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Amena Amal Sabri (Midland)

Amena Amal Sabri (Midland)

Jun 4, 2024

Loving mother, sister, and wife, Amal Sabri, passed away at home in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan after a long battle with an illness.

Amal was born in Damascus, Syria to Dr. Zafer Sabri and Nemat Ismat. She married the love of her life Dr. Nazem Haidar in 1967 with whom she had three children Salma Haidar (Rami Safadi), Samer Haidar (Alia Alsarraj),...

Claude L. Macon

Claude L. Macon

Jun 4, 2024

Our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, Claude L. Macon, transitioned on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the age of 80 year, surrounded by his family and lots of love. He was born April 2, 1944, in Malvern, Arkansas, to Claude Macon Jr. and Marie Evans. 

“Claude L,” as he was affectionately known, attended Saginaw High School. After...

Mr. Ed Ingram

Mr. Ed Ingram

Jun 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ed Ingram, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Ed left us too soon, but his spirit and cherished memories will remain with us forever.

Ed was born September 9, 1967, in Lambert Mississippi to Lemartis Matthews Ingram and Ed Johnson. He was called home to be with...

Johnny  C. Jones, Jr. (Okemos)

Johnny C. Jones, Jr. (Okemos)

Jun 2, 2024

Johnny C. Jones, Jr., beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend was called home to rest by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, June 2, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 42 years olds. He was born on Sunday,  March 10, 1982, in Clarksdale, Mississippi, to his parents, Johnny and Sue Jones.

 

Johnny’s education began in the...

Houston Jackson

Houston Jackson

Jun 2, 2024

Houston Jackson went home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2024. Born in Aliceville, AL, Houston was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a hard-working man who took immense pride in providing for his family.

Houston was married to Isabella Jackson for 57 years, honoring their commitment since their wedding on September 17, 1966. He was a dedicated...

Steven Frarey (Lansing)

Steven Frarey (Lansing)

Jun 1, 2024

Steven Blaine Frarey, 71, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan.

Steve Frarey, a beloved musician and mentor, passed away, leaving a void in the hearts of all who knew him. Born July 6, 1952, in Canandaigua, New York and raised in Lansing, Michigan, Steve's musical journey began when he witnessed the Beatles' iconic performance on the...

Leandre Thompson

Leandre Thompson

Jun 1, 2024

Mr. Leandre Thompson passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 66 years. LeAndre was born November 8, 1957, in Joliet, Illinois, to James and Bernice Thompson.

Leandre was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. Although he was outgoing and funny, Leandre was a homebody and he enjoyed relaxing. He loved his family. Leandre’s favorite pastimes included...

Jenna Jean Johnson

Jenna Jean Johnson

May 31, 2024

Jeanna Jean Johnson age 25 sadly passed away May 31, 2024. Jenna was born November 21, 1998, to Joseph Ray Johnson, and Tonya Sue Kratz.

Jeanna leaves to cherish her memory four children Myles and Isabel Martinez, and Alyssa and Elijah Henderson; four siblings, Heather Reichle, Joey (Jodi) Johnson, Josh (Candice) Johnson, and Cecelia Merrow; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts,...

Janice Hill (Lansing)

Janice Hill (Lansing)

May 31, 2024

Mrs. Janice Lynne Hill passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 74 years. She was born Saturday, May 6, 1950, in Lansing, Michigan to the late Jessie and Eddie Collins. 

 

Janice graduated from Eastern High School and enlisted in the United State Army; she was Honorably Discharged. Janice was blessed with three daughters, Nicole...

Mr. James Curry

Mr. James Curry

May 30, 2024

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, son-in-law, brother-in-law, father-in-law, and friend transitioned quietly surrounded by his family to his heavenly home on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at the age of 80 years old.  Mr. James Curry was born on May 29, 1944, in Archibald, Louisiana to the late Ed and Maggie Curry.

James relocated to Saginaw, Michigan in December...

Lois Buchanan

Lois Buchanan

May 30, 2024

Mrs. Lois Rochelle Buchanan passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 77 years. She was born May 1, 1947, in Saginaw, Michigan to Gillis Spikes and Joyce Tyree Maxey.

Mrs. Buchanan was a graduate of Emmanuel Arts High School in Los Angeles, California. She relocated to Saginaw, Michigan, and attended COC, currently Saginaw Career Complex, majoring in...

Arnita Smith (Lansing)

Arnita Smith (Lansing)

May 29, 2024

Ms. Arnita Smith passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing. Age 67 years.

Mrs. Tina  McMillon

Mrs. Tina McMillon

May 27, 2024

Mrs. Tina McMillon, a cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024. She was born June 4, 1951, in Saginaw, Michigan to James and Mary Watson. Tina was a lifelong resident of Saginaw but spent the last 14 months residing in Memphis, Tennessee with her loving son and daughter-in-law.

Tina was a proud graduate of...

Dameion Donnell Pittman (Lansing)

Dameion Donnell Pittman (Lansing)

May 27, 2024

Mr. Dameion Donnell Pittman passed away Monday, May 27, 2024, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 51 years old. He was born Tuesday, April 17, 1973, in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Sherill Pittman.

 

Dameion was raised in Lansing, Michigan. He confessed his belief in Jesus Christ and received him into his heart as Lord and Savior...

Kylete Nasir Owens (Lansing)

Kylete Nasir Owens (Lansing)

May 27, 2024

Mr. Kylete Nasir Owens passed away Monday, May 27, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 17 years old. He was born Monday, March 5, 2007, in Pontiac, Michigan to loving parents, Paul Manns and Carmen Owens. Kylete was a young man who was destined for great things to be manifested in his life. Kylete was loved by many...

Baby D'ior L. Johnson (Lansing)

Baby D'ior L. Johnson (Lansing)

May 26, 2024

Baby Girl D'ior LaShar Johnson passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing. Age 2 weeks old. She was born May 12, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. The daughter of Tanikia Turner and Donte Adams. 

 

She leaves to cherish her memory her parents, Tanikia Turner and Donte Adams;  grandparents, Tracey Ware, Kent Johnson, and Jeanelle Hill; sisters, Támiyah, Jalissa,...

Frederick W. Ramsey (Lansing)

Frederick W. Ramsey (Lansing)

May 25, 2024

Mr. Frederick Walter Ramsey, Sr., after a lengthy illness, departed death to life on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Mother Teresa House in Lansing. He was born on Sunday, February 14, 1943, in Lansing, Michigan. He was the son of Thomas James Ramsey and Florence “Flossy” Dungey and his Godmother, Violet Barry of Jackson, Michigan.

Fred resided in Lansing, Michigan for...

Katherine Middlebrook (Lansing)

Katherine Middlebrook (Lansing)

May 25, 2024

Mrs. Katherine Middlebrook transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the age of 91 years young. She was born Wednesday, May 17, 1933, in Mason, Tennessee to Ernest and Elnora Lauderdale. She was lovingly raised by her aunt and uncle Mary and David Lauderdale of Covington, Tennessee; and was a graduate of Gallor High School, Tipton...

Mary L. Sturdivant (Lansing)

Mary L. Sturdivant (Lansing)

May 25, 2024

Mrs. Mary Sturdivant was born on May 25, 1943, to her delighted parents, Jonnie Mae Brown and Noah Hicks in Birmingham, Alabama. 

Mary relocated to Lansing, Michigan in 1968 with her husband Ralph Sanford Knox, Sr. where she went on to further her education and graduated from Ross Medical. Years later she moved to Georgia where she met and married Alester...

Ann Parks

Ann Parks

May 23, 2024

Ann Parks passed peacefully at Stone Bridge Senior Living on May 23, 2024, at the age of 87 years. Ann was born on September 26, 1936, to the late James Monroe and Ruthie Mae Parks, in Osceola, AR. Ann was the second-born child.

 Ann confessed in Christ at an early age. She attended Rosenwald School in Osceola, AR. She then moved...

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