Obituaries

Daniel Adieu Alastair Ishmel

Daniel Adieu Alastair Ishmel

January 1, 2025

Daniel Adieu Alastair Ishmel arrived on the scene in Lansing, Michigan, on November 14, 1980, brought into the world by James Robert Ishmel Sr. and Maggie Lee Ishmel. While his exact birth weight remains a mystery, we do know that by the tender age of two months, he tipped the scales at a whopping 17 pounds – a fact his daughter...

Pastor Mae Joyce Redfearn

Pastor Mae Joyce Redfearn

January 1, 2025

Reverend Mae Joyce Redfearn, age 62, of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, surrounded by family and listening to her favorite gospel playlist. Mae Joyce was born in Saginaw, Michigan to George and Grace (Alexander) Braddock Jr. on May 19, 1962. From birth her love and faithfulness in God was seeded and cultivated by her family. 

Mae Joyce...

Roy Lee Jones (Lansing)

Roy Lee Jones (Lansing)

December 31, 2024

Mr. Roy Lee Jones went from labor to reward on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. He was 68 years old. Roy was born in Chicago, Illinois, on Thursday, April 5, 1956, the son of George Ella Burks Williams and John Wright.

In his early childhood, Roy moved to Lansing, Michigan, where he grew up and built...

Eleaszer Buyck Sr. (Lansing)

Eleaszer Buyck Sr. (Lansing)

December 31, 2024

Mr. Eleaszer Buyck Sr. returned to his Lord, Most High, on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Age 92 years. Eleaszer “Dede” was born April 3, 1932, in Wetumpka, Alabama. He was the only child born to Lacy and Louise Buyck.

After high school, Eleaszer joined the United States Airforce. In 1952, he wed Annie Farrow and migrated to Lansing, Michigan the next...

Robert D. Davis (Lansing)

Robert D. Davis (Lansing)

December 30, 2024

Mr. Robert Darwin Davis passed away Monday, December 30, 2024, at his residence in Owosso, Michigan. Age 70 years.

Roderick Steven Rhodes (Lansing)

Roderick Steven Rhodes (Lansing)

December 29, 2024

Roderick Steven Rhodes, known affectionately as Steve, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29, 2024, in his hometown of Lansing, Michigan at the age of 70 years old. He was born on Saturday, May 29, 1954, the beloved son of Samuel and Louise Rhodes and cherished brother to Sam, Kirk, Diana, Laura Kay, and Malcom "Butch". 

Steve's heart found its match...

David Thomas, Sr.

David Thomas, Sr.

December 29, 2024

Mr. David Thomas, Sr. passed away Sunday, December 29, 2024. Age 76 years. David was Born January 6, 1948, in Saginaw, MI, to the late Theodore Daggs Sr. and Mary Lou Thomas. 

David was educated in the Saginaw Public School system and received his high school diploma from St. Joseph High School. David accepted Christ at an early age and continued...

John Nolan Jr. (Lansing)

John Nolan Jr. (Lansing)

December 28, 2024

Mr. John Nolan, Jr. passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the age of 46 years old. John was born on Tuesday, February 14, 1978, in Lansing, Michigan, to parents, John Charles Nolan and Tammy Carter. 

John was raised in Lansing and attended Lansing public schools at J. W. Sexton High School. He worked in many restaurants in the community, which...

Eric Allen

Eric Allen

December 28, 2024

Eric Demond Allen, age 55, passed away suddenly at Carriage House Nursing Facility, on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Eric was a beloved son, brother, and uncle. Eric was born to Jimmy and Juanita Allen on October 29, 1969, in Saginaw, Michigan.

Eric will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Eric attended Caro Regional Center and excelled in all...

Michael Singleton (Tulsa, OK)

Michael Singleton (Tulsa, OK)

December 27, 2024

Michael Darnell Singleton, transitioned at home, on Friday, December 27, 2024. Micheal was born on Saturday, July 16, 1966, in Cook County, Chicago, Illinois. He was the second child born to Howard and Mary Singleton. 

In the early 1970’s the family moved to Lansing Michigan. He attended Otto Middle School and graduated from Eastern High School in1985. As a seeker of...

Ronald Bruno Welch

Ronald Bruno Welch

December 25, 2024

Mr. Ronald Bruno Welch passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at the blessed age of 64 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was the last child born to Roosevelt and Lucy (Scott) Welch on April 6, 1960, in Saginaw, Michigan.

Ronald grew up in a Christian home and declared his faith in Christ at an early age at Mt. Olive Institutional Missionary...

Reverend Lillian Deloris Cole-Jeter-McKinney

Reverend Lillian Deloris Cole-Jeter-McKinney

December 25, 2024

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course; I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. 

2 Timothy 4:7-8 KJV

Reverend Lillian Deloris Cole-Jeter-McKinney, formerly...

Barbara Jean Giles

Barbara Jean Giles

December 24, 2024

Barbara Jean Giles went home to be with her Lord on December 24, 2024, in Oak Park Illinois. Barbara Jean was born April 26, 1945, in Saginaw, Michigan to Albert Sr. and Caron Haynes.

Barbara accepted Christ at an early age. She was baptized at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church in Saginaw, Michigan, and was a member of Rock of Ages Baptist Church...

Kenneth Germaine Parker

Kenneth Germaine Parker

December 23, 2024

Mr. Kenneth Germaine Parker a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, nephew, and true friend to many passed away Monday, December 23, 2024. Age 50 years. Kenny was born on June 25, 1974.

Kenny, better known by most as “KP,” grew up in Buena Vista, in Saginaw, Michigan, where he called home. He will be loved and dearly missed by us...

Keon James Madison

Keon James Madison

December 21, 2024

Mr. Keon James Madison passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Age 28 years. Keon was born December 5, 1996, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Jabrin Reed Thompson, and Calvin Madison.

Keon attended Saginaw High School. He loved music and entertaining his family and friends. He would brighten the room with his loving and caring smile whenever he walked...

Johnny Hamilton (Lansing)

Johnny Hamilton (Lansing)

December 21, 2024

Mr. Johnny Hamilton passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024, at the Ingham County Medical Care Facility in Okemos, Michigan. Age 89 years. He was born Wednesday, April 24, 1935, the son of Melree and Peggie Hamilton in Columbus, Arkansas.

Johnny worked for General Motors Corporation for over 36 years before retiring. He was a Deacon at New Life Full Gospel Church...

Linda Lee Moton

Linda Lee Moton

December 21, 2024

Ms. Linda Lee Moton, 65, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, December 21, 2024, while surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Born on May 29, 1959, in Postelle, Arkansas, Linda was the beloved daughter of Leroy Young and Malinda Brown.

Linda attended school in Marvell, Arkansas; she later relocated to Saginaw, Michigan, following a few years in Flint, Michigan....

Patricia Gertrude Pearson (White Lake)

Patricia Gertrude Pearson (White Lake)

December 19, 2024

Ms. Patricia Gertrude Pearson passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024, at West Hickory Haven in Milford, Michigan. Age 61 years. She was born in Lansing, Michigan, the daughter of Fred Lee and Karel Alice Williams, on Sunday, September 8, 1963. 

Patricia last lived in White Lake, Michigan with her significant other, Phil Defauw. Their house was filled with 3 lovely dogs,...

Sheldon Tillman

Sheldon Tillman

December 17, 2024

Mr. Sheldon Willie Tillman, Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. He was born on May 19, 1962, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Elijah Sr. and Lutitia Tillman, the youngest of seven children. Sheldon accepted Jesus and was baptized at an early age.

Sheldon, a loyal Saginaw High School Trojan and Class President, graduated with...

Dancie Janet Jackson (Lansing)

Dancie Janet Jackson (Lansing)

December 17, 2024

Dancie Janet Jackson, a beloved matriarch, trailblazer, and pillar of her community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at the age of 90 years old. Born on Tuesday, October 2, 1934, in McKenzie, Tennessee, Dancie was the daughter of Edward Hart and Margaret Robinson Hart. She lived a remarkable life full of love, service, and achievements that inspired...

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