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Thomas Lee Williams (Jackson)

Thomas Lee Williams (Jackson)

Jan 14, 2023

Mr. Thomas Lee Williams entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Countryside Care Center in Jackson, Michigan. Age 97 years. He was born on September 1, 1925, in Malden, Pennsylvania to his parents, Charlie and Ora Dee Williams.

Thomas also known as “Tommy”, has been a part of the Jackson Community since 1944, when he moved there. He...

Cheryl Gray (Lansing)

Cheryl Gray (Lansing)

Jan 11, 2023

Mrs. Cheryl Gray passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Sparrow Health Systems in Lansing, Michigan. Age 74 years.

Eric Thomas

Eric Thomas

Jan 10, 2023

Mr. Eric Thomas passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 50 years. Eric was born July 11, 1972, in Kankakee, Illinois, to Edward and Vida Mae Thomas.

Eric was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He was a graduate of Saginaw High School. Eric was very sociable and energetic, and he loved to dance. He...

Yulinda Peace

Yulinda Peace

Jan 10, 2023

Yulinda Renae Peace was born in Hollandale, Mississippi, on October 25, 1961, to the late Ola Jones Peace and the late Oscar Charles Peace, Jr. She transitioned peacefully on January 10, 2023, at the United Hospice Service of Marlette Regional Hospital, Marlette, Michigan.

When Yulinda was a young child, she and her mother moved from Hollandale, Mississippi, to Saginaw, Michigan, where...

Shirley Yvonne Harvey

Shirley Yvonne Harvey

Jan 10, 2023

Ms. Shirley Yvonne Harvey passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 71 years. Shirley was born June 29, 1951, in Greenville, Mississippi to Alonzo and Lucille Simmons.

Shirley loved spending time with her family; especially the enjoyment of loving and watching her grandchildren.

Shirley leaves to cherish her memory three daughters, Evelyn Weems, Tammy Harvey, and...

Clarissa Fay Davis

Clarissa Fay Davis

Jan 10, 2023

Ms. Clarissa Fay Davis passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, at the age of 56. She was born May 10, 1966, in Bay City, Michigan, to the late Reverend James Davis, Sr. and Maude Davis.

Clarissa confessed Christ at an early age. She was a member of the Historic Second Baptist Church in...

Gary Manuel

Gary Manuel

Jan 10, 2023

Mr. Gary Manuel passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Age 46 years. He was born January 2, 1977, in Saginaw, Michigan to Shirley Manuel and Earl Trouse.

Gary was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, where he attended Saginaw Public Schools including Nelle Haley, Webber Junior High, and Saginaw High School. He was a...

Annie  M. Harris

Annie M. Harris

Jan 9, 2023

Mrs. Annie Mae Money Harris entered her final rest on Monday, January 9, 2023, at the age of 69 years, after a life well-lived. She was born in Batesville, Mississippi, on May 10, 1953, and was raised by loving parents, Edmond Turner and Yester Lee Brimage Turner.

Annie Mae attended Second Concord Missionary Baptist Church in Batesville, Mississippi, where she accepted...

Tammy Kay Gonzales (Lansing)

Tammy Kay Gonzales (Lansing)

Jan 9, 2023

“We know that we can’t have you, but we take comfort knowing you’re with Jesus.”

Tammy Gonzales, age 54, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, January 9, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on May 7, 1968, in Lansing, Michigan, to Arturo and Gregoria Gonzales.

 a stranger to no one and found great purpose in...

Baby Jamarie King-Sylvester (Hardy) Mays

Baby Jamarie King-Sylvester (Hardy) Mays

Jan 7, 2023

Baby Jamarie King-Sylvester Mays (Hardy) was granted his angel wings on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Covenant Healthcare-Harrison. Age 2 days. Jamarie was born January 5, 2023, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Jeannetta Hardy and Brandon Mays.

Although Jamarie had a short life, he was loved very much. He brought joy and happiness into our lives.

Jamarie leaves to cherish his memory his...

 Octavion Krésean Hoskins (San Antonio-Lansing)

Octavion Krésean Hoskins (San Antonio-Lansing)

Jan 6, 2023

Mr. Octavion KréSean Hoskins passed away Friday, Janauary 6, 2023, in San Antonio, Texas. Age 28 years old.

Midonyis  Dontaye Maliq  Cosby

Midonyis Dontaye Maliq Cosby

Jan 6, 2023

His Story…

Midonyis Dontaye Maliq Cosby “Donyis” passed away Friday. January 6, 2023.  Age 21 years. He was born June 1, 2001 in Saginaw, Michigan to Kinyata Cosby.

Midonyis was educated in the Saginaw Public School District. He enjoyed social media and listening to music. He was very loved and will be truly missed.

He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Kinyata...

Herman Mcnair

Herman Mcnair

Jan 5, 2023

Mr. Herman Lee McNair passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at the age of 80. He was born December 13, 1942, in Troy, Alabama, to Jake Pete McNair and Sadie Lee Finnel.

Herman was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Saviour. Herman was a graduate of Arthur Hill Technical High School, Class of...

André P. Cunningham, Sr. (Lansing)

André P. Cunningham, Sr. (Lansing)

Jan 3, 2023

Mr. André Pierre Cunningham departed this life on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at his home in Lansing, Michigan surrounded by his family. He was 80 years old. He is the son of Madeline Cunningham and the late Paul Cunningham, and was born on November 26, 1942, in River Rouge, Michigan.

André was a proud Vietnam Veteran of the United States Air...

Keshawn Banks

Keshawn Banks

Jan 2, 2023

Keshawn Navere Banks II known as “Chico,” passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023, at Covenant Healthcare Cooper. Age 16 years. Keshawn was born April 30, 2006, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Alexandria McClaine and Keshawn Banks Sr.

Keshawn, a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, was furthering his education at Success Academy. His family would describe him as the happiest soul, a natural...

Annette Louise Bates-Glasscoe (Lansing)

Annette Louise Bates-Glasscoe (Lansing)

Jan 1, 2023

Ms. Annette Louise Bates-Glasscoe passed away Sunday, January 1, 2023, at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 60 years. She was born in Lansing, Michigan, the daughter of Johnny Cox and Verna Bates on May 30, 1962.

Annette aka “Lou” attended Lansing J. W. Sexton High School. She oved to cook, do crossword puzzles, play her games on her phone, and...

Shellie Ann Johnson (Lansing)

Shellie Ann Johnson (Lansing)

Jan 1, 2023

Mrs. Shellie A. Johnson closed her eyes and went into the Arms of her Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 1, 2023, at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 68 years. She was born in Doddsville, Mississippi on March 7, 1954, to the union of Jimmy Lee and Lillie Mae Prewitt.

Shellie accepted Christ at an early age and joined New Macedonia...

Cheyanne King (Lansing)

Cheyanne King (Lansing)

Jan 1, 2023

Ms. Cheyanne King passed away Sunday, January 1, 2023, in Jackson County, Michigan. Age 42 years. 

Curshawn Terrell (Lansing)

Curshawn Terrell (Lansing)

Dec 31, 2022

This is the story of the one and only Curshawn Lamont Terrell (Nov. 4, 1982 - Dec. 31, 2022). Curshawn is a wonderful man that was loved, is missed, and will always be cherished. Our "Lakaz or Kaz" as he liked to be called was an amazing Father, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Friend, and Musical Genius.

Curshawn's story starts on November...

Viola "Tet" Harden (Lansing)

Viola "Tet" Harden (Lansing)

Dec 31, 2022

Ms. Viola "Tet" Harden passed away Saturday, December 31, 2022 at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 71 years. 

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