Sir-Scythian Lamar Vance
July 29, 2023
Sir-Scythian came into this world with the purpose of giving and doing for others. Having fulfilled his purpose according to God’s plan, our beloved Sir-Scythian Lamar Vance entered eternal life on July 29, 2023, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 42 years. Sir-Scythian was born on January 14, 1981, to the late Irene Vance and Larry Sims.
Sir-Scythian was...
Ora Lee Bryant
July 28, 2023
The Life and Legacy of Ora Lee Bryant
Ora Lee Bryant was born August 19, 1951, in Saginaw, Michigan to Hubert and Leola (Henley) White and was raised by James and Annie Henley. She received her education in Saginaw, Michigan.
Ora filled the shoes of both parents, worked endlessly on multiple jobs to provide for her children while putting emphasis on them...
Deborah Allen (Lansing)
July 28, 2023
Mrs. Deborah Allen passed away Friday, July 28, 2023, at her home in Lansing, Michigan. Age 58 years. She was born in Lansing, Michigan on Monday, November 30, 1964, the daughter of Robert and Mildred Wilson.
Deborah lived in Lansing and attended the Lansing School District. She graduated from Lansing Eastern High School. Deborah was employed at Sparrow Hospital and worked...
Jeffery Wilbourn (Lansing)
July 28, 2023
In loving memory of Jeffery Wilbourn, born on February 3, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan. He was the third child of the late Ruffin Wilbourn and Wilma Wilbourn. Jeffery is survived by his loving wife Estelle Wilbourn, who always called him “her Jeffrey.” Jeffery was called to his eternal home on July 28,2023.
He was a devout Christian, accepting Christ at a...
Curtis D. Farrow "Curt"
July 28, 2023
Mr. Curtis Duane Farrow “Curt” passed away peacefully on Friday, July 28, in the year of our Lord Jesus Christ 2023, at Covenant Medical Center Cooper, at the age of 61 years, and surrounded by his family. He was born September 26, 1961, in Saginaw, Michigan to Curtis and Vera Farrow, Sr.
Curtis was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. His early...
Denzel Hodge (Lansing)
July 27, 2023
Mr. Denzel Ryan Smith Hodge, “Denny”, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 29 years. He was born Thursday, March 31, 1994, Denzel (Denny) Ryan Smith Hodge came bounding into this world with a big body and an even bigger spirit. Even as a baby, he had the sweetest personality that was open and accepting of everyone....
Dana Davis (Lansing)
July 27, 2023
Mr. Dana Davis passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 55 years.
Ricky Holmes
July 26, 2023
Mr. Ricky Holmes passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 39 years. Ricky was born on April 17, 1984, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Shawn Holmes and the late Ricky Riche.
Ricky “Lil One” was a family man who enjoyed music, buying cars, going to the casino, holding up the lottery,...
Derek Austin (Jackson-Lansing)
July 26, 2023
Mr. Derek Austin passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 60 years old.
Paulette Dobynes Dunbar (Lansing)
July 25, 2023
Paulette Dobynes Dunbar, 72 years young, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of July 25, 2023.
Born in Detroit, Michigan to Preston and Queen Ella Dobynes, she was the eldest of their four daughters. Paulette spent her childhood forging her way with her trademark calm, insight, adaptability, and exquisite intellect, graduating from high school with honors and paying her...
Mazzie D'Tavyion Rudison
July 25, 2023
Mazzie D’Tavyion Rudison passed away suddenly on July 25, 2023. Age 18 years. He was born on January 28, 2005, in Saginaw, Michigan to Nikviba Conner and Mazzie Rudison.
Mazzie was a proud student at Arthur Hill High School. He was an All-American athlete who epitomized the essence of liveliness, energy, wit, and wisdom. From the moment you encountered him, his...
Thatia Ross (Lansing)
July 25, 2023
Mrs. Thatia Ross passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at her residence in Mt. Morris, Michigan. Age 56 years. She was born in Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, December 13, 1966, the daughter of Mamie Jo Howell and Willie Howell, Jr.
Thatia was raised in Lansing, Michigan. She attended the Lansing School District, graduating from Everett High School. Her hobbies and interests...
Larry Eugene Wilburn
July 25, 2023
Mr. Larry Eugene Wilburn was born June 13, 1955, in Saginaw, Michigan to Amos Wilburn and Marion Wilburn “Daggs.” Larry passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at the age of 68 years.
Larry, a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, grew up in Carrollton, Michigan, where he attended Carrollton Public Schools. After graduation, Larry attended Olivet College and later joined the United...
Kimberly Dickens (Lansing)
July 24, 2023
On July 16, 1970, Kimberly Alisa Bryant started her earthly existence with her parents Joel C. and Elnora K. Bryant. At an early age, Kimberly’s extroverted, friendly, exuberant and happy personality was noticeable and was the foundation for a powerful presence in years to come.
Kimberly’s early education was received in the Lansing School District where she was a graduate of...
Tony K. Parks
July 24, 2023
Tony Kentrail Parks, more affectionately known as “T,” or “Tone,” moved on to our Father’s house at the age of 49.
Tony was born July 26, 1973, in Saginaw, Michigan. Tony’s childhood friends were from every intersection on Ray Street, starting on Ruckle all the way down Webber. The Castillio, Quinn, Cuevas, Carson, Johnson, Abernathy, and Thomas families, and many more....
Tavonna Garrett-Smith
July 23, 2023
Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, niece, aunt, and friend, Tavonna Garrett-Smith, was called home by the Lord on Sunday, July 23, 2023. Tavonna was born July 23, 1972, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Walter and Mary Garrett.
Tavonna leaves to cherish her memory three sons, DeMartez (Mor’jorie), and DeMarion Couch, and Taivion Garrett and one daughter, Shannon Davis-Garrett, all of Saginaw, Michigan;...
Clarence Edward Hassel, Sr. (Lansing)
July 23, 2023
Clarence Edward Hassel passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family and caregivers from this life the evening of Sunday, July 23rd, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 67 years old. He was born in Lansing, Michigan on Wednesday, September 7th, 1955, the son of Shirley R. Hassel and Tyree Owens.
Clarence was a student in the Lansing School District...
Spencer Lee Correia (Lansing)
July 23, 2023
Mr. Spencer Lee Correia passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 25 years. The son of Maria Correia and Charles D. Maxwell, Jr.; he was born on Tuesday, May 19, 1998, in Orange Park, Florida.
Spencer lived in Lansing, Michigan. He was raised in Green Cove Springs, Florida where he attended Clay High School. Spencer was a member...
Joyce Barlow "Bay Bay"
July 21, 2023
Joyce Evlyn (Murdock) Barlow, affectionately known as “Bay Bay” by her childhood friends and family, transitioned on July 21, 2023, surrounded by her husband Mitchell, her daughters Jaynaya and Bridgett, and her grandchildren Anisa and Julian.
Joyce was born December 15, 1953, in Benton Harbor, MI. She was the only daughter of Julius C. Murdock and Dorothy L. Murdock. As a...
Robert Hall (Lansing)
July 21, 2023
Mr. Robert Hall passed away Friday, July 21, 2023, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Age 39 years.
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