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James Brown (Lansing)

James Brown (Lansing)

Feb 22, 2023

James Brown was born March 18, 1970, at Sparrow Hospital, in Lansing, Michigan. The son of Danial Brown. James went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2023, after fighting bone cancer.

James loved spending time with family and friends, campfires, beer, and old music. He never had his own children, but he loved to spend time helping his sister’s...

Brenda Sweeney (Lansing)

Brenda Sweeney (Lansing)

Feb 21, 2023

Brenda Joyce Sweeney, transitioned from earth to Heaven on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, surrounded by her loving family in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 71years. She was born to Henry Wray, Sr. and Geneva Wray on February 4, 1952, in Muncie, Indiana.

She grew up and attended schools in the Lansing, Michigan area and graduated from J.W. Sexton High School....

Jeanne Lynn Neuenfeldt

Jeanne Lynn Neuenfeldt

Feb 21, 2023

Ms. Jeanne Neuenfeldt passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Covenant HealthCare Cooper in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 69 years. She was born March 24, 1953, in Hemlock, Michigan, to James and Shirley Neuenfeldt.

Jeanne received her degree in Nursing and was employed as a Nurse’s Aide. She loved to go shopping and to garage sales, and talk to different people. ...

Dr. Craig Oster (East Lansing)

Dr. Craig Oster (East Lansing)

Feb 21, 2023

Dr. Craig Oster passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Age 59 years.

Mitchell Lee Jones

Mitchell Lee Jones

Feb 19, 2023

On Sunday, February 19, 2023, God’s angels descended from Heaven to carry Mitchell Lee Jones to his eternal home. His earthly journey in life began on April 12, 1945; he was born to the late Walter Mack and Essie Mae Jones in Newton County, Mississippi.

Mitchell was a graduate of North Gulfport High School. He moved from Gulfport, Mississippi in 1968...

Davone  M.  Bowser (Lansing)

Davone M. Bowser (Lansing)

Feb 19, 2023

Mr. DaVone Martez Bowser, our beloved son, grandson, father, brother, uncle, cousin and dear friend was called home Sunday, February 19, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan, at age 32. He was born in Lansing, Michigan, on May 27, 1990, to Jerry Bowser, Sr. and Tarsheikia Beasley.

DaVone received his formal education through the Lansing Public School District. Throughout his adult life, DaVone...

Matthew C. Ethington, Ii (Lansing)

Matthew C. Ethington, Ii (Lansing)

Feb 19, 2023

Mr. Matthew Charles Ethington, II passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023, at his residence in Livonia, Michigan. Age 26 years. He was born August 15, 1996 in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Donnielle Lott and Matthew Ethington.

Matthew attended East Lansing Public Schools. He started his football career at East Lansing High School. Matthew graduated from East Lansing High School and...

Cheryl Robinson

Cheryl Robinson

Feb 18, 2023

Ms. Cheryl Robinson passed away Saturday, February 18, 2023 at Brian's House in Essexville, Michigan.  Age 61 years.

Eddie Jackson, Jr.  (Lansing)

Eddie Jackson, Jr. (Lansing)

Feb 18, 2023

Mr. Eddie Jackson, Jr. (affectionately called Paw Paw) was born on December 10, 1939, to Beatrice and Eddie Jackson Sr. in Pendleton, South Carolina.

Eddie attended the Pendleton School District and worshipped at Kings Chapel A.M.E. church growing up. He had a large family and shared many funny stories of growing up with his siblings. He also fabricated his football and...

Dorothy Jenkins (Lansing)

Dorothy Jenkins (Lansing)

Feb 15, 2023

Mrs. Dorothy Mae Jenkins passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at Sparrow Health System, Sparrow Campus in Lansing, Michigan. Age 67 years. She was born on April 9, 1955, in Birmingham, Alabama to James Aurelious Christian and Cleola Clark Christian. She was the third child in the line of eleven children (seven girls and four boys). We called her “Dot”.

Dorothy...

Wardell Hayes

Wardell Hayes

Feb 14, 2023

Mr. Wardell Dewan Hayes “Punchie” went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Age 45 years. Wardell was born March 16, 1977, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Wardell Laury and Gracie Hayes-Turner.

Wardell attended Saginaw High School and later married Evette Woods-Hayes. He enjoyed driving, modifying his vehicles, and listening to music inside his favorite Chevy Tahoe,...

Thomas Lee, Jr. (Lansing)

Thomas Lee, Jr. (Lansing)

Feb 14, 2023

Mr. Thomas Lee, Jr. passed away February 14, 2023, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 59 years. He was born April 18, 1963, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The son of Thomas Lee, Sr., and Mary Virginia Saddler.

Thomas was born and raised in Kalamazoo, Michigan and then moved to Lansing in 2006 when his father passed away. He worked for Allied...

Jacqueline Ann Prescott "Jackie"

Jacqueline Ann Prescott "Jackie"

Feb 14, 2023

Mrs. Jacqueline Ann Prescott “Jackie” passed away February 14, 2023. She was born July 5, 1954, in Saginaw, Michigan, to William E. and Essie Mae Swilley. Jackie’s foundation in faith began at Spiritual Israel Church where she sang in the choir and was a longtime church secretary. Jackie continued in service to the Lord at Mount Nebo Baptist Church where...

Alan Hutson, Sr.

Alan Hutson, Sr.

Feb 14, 2023

Services for Mr. Hutson are planned for a future date to be determined.

Mr. Alan Hutson Sr., our beloved father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on February 14, 2023, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born December 12, 1964, to the late O.Z. and Jessie Hutson, in Unionville Tennessee.

Alan attended Saginaw High School but later obtained...

Burnius Brown (Lansing)

Burnius Brown (Lansing)

Feb 13, 2023

Mr. Burnius Brown made his transition from this life on Monday, February 13, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 63 years. Burnius was born on February 10, 1960, in Drummonds, Tennessee, to loving parents, Arthur and Velma Brown.

Burnius loved to learn new and interesting things. He was an avid reader, who loved history. He also enjoyed restoring old cars as a...

Willie Pulliam  (Lansing)

Willie Pulliam (Lansing)

Feb 13, 2023

Mr. Willie Pulliam passed away Monday, February 13, 2023, at Mother Teresa House in Lansing, Michigan. Age 69 years.

Edgar Jones

Edgar Jones

Feb 12, 2023

Mr. Edgar Jones entered eternal rest on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at Ascension St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 44 years. He was born January 7, 1979, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Vera L. Jones and Hathard Gatlin.

Edgar was a member of New Birth Baptist Cathedral under the leadership of Bishop Larry Camel. He attended Saginaw Public Schools. Edgar was...

Billy Collins

Billy Collins

Feb 11, 2023

Mr. Billy Earl Collins passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2023, in Saginaw, Michigan, at the age of 50 years. He was born October 16, 1972, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Billy Smith and Brenda Collins-Brown.

Billy, a resident of Saginaw, was a member of Resurrection Life Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Carolyn Wilkins. He was an honors graduate from Saginaw...

Charles R. Siler

Charles R. Siler

Feb 11, 2023

We celebrate the life and legacy of Charles “Chuck” Robert Siler of Saginaw, Michigan, who transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home after a short illness on February 11, 2023, with loved ones by his side.

Chuck was born January 19, 1952, in Saginaw, Michigan to his loving mother, Amida (Siler) Smith, and was raised by his loving stepfather,...

Mildred Louise  Hall (Lansing)

Mildred Louise Hall (Lansing)

Feb 11, 2023

Mildred Louise Coleman entered this world Monday, January 6, 1936, in Bessemer, Alabama, the fourth of nine children born to the late Manley and Zola Mae Coleman. Although her family did not have much when she was young, Mildred often said she was "never wanting and had a rich, wonderful childhood." She was educated in the Bessemer School District graduating...

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