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Charles Nelson Leek (Lansing)

Charles Nelson Leek (Lansing)

May 5, 2024

Mr. Charles Nelson Leek passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024, at McLaren Greater Lansing. Age 96 years. He was born in Lansing, Michigan on Thursday, February 9, 1928, the son of Ernest and Hildred Joy Turner-Leek.

Charles was a lifelong resident of Lansing, Michigan. He was a former member of Bethlehem Temple of Lansing. He was known by his family as...

Ja'Quez Jewan Moye-Young (Lansing)

Ja'Quez Jewan Moye-Young (Lansing)

May 4, 2024

Master Ja’Quez Jewan Moye-Young passed away, Saturday, May 4, 2024, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 14 years old. He was born Saturday, August 1, 2009, at 7:04 a.m. in Lansing, Michigan to Kisha Skinner and Darieus Moye. He was the 4th of 9 children, between both parents.

Ja’Quez attended Lansing Eastern High School...

Don Fabin

Don Fabin

May 4, 2024

Mr. Don Steven Fabin was born on September 2, 1953, in Saginaw, Michigan to Alice Kingsland. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 4, 2024. Age 70 years.

Don was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He was honorably discharged from the United States Army on March 26, 1980, after serving 5 years as a Private...

Clyde Tolliver

Clyde Tolliver

May 4, 2024

Mr. Clyde Tolliver passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Hoyt Nursing & Rehab Center in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 80 years. Clyde was born March 21, 1944, in Wisner, Louisiana, to Leola Tolliver and Fred Henderson.

Clyde, a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor James Hodge. He retired...

Barbara Lois Filmore (Lansing)

Barbara Lois Filmore (Lansing)

May 4, 2024

Ms. Barbara Lois Filmore passed away Saturday, May 5, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 77 years. She was born Thursday, November 21, 1946, in Opelika, Alabama. She is the daughter of Albert Filmore and Malissie Gilliam Filmore.

Barbara lived in Lansing, Michigan. She was a member of Tabernacle of David. Barbara earned a master’s degree in administration. She is a retiree...

Carrie Simon-Mcleod

Carrie Simon-Mcleod

May 1, 2024

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30

Peace I leave with you; my peace I...

Lenward Carter

Lenward Carter

Apr 30, 2024

Mr. Lenward Carter Beloved Son, Brother, and Uncle passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Age 54 years. Lenward was born January 1, 1970, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Lenward McKinney and Ella Mae Carter Warren.

Lenward, a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, was a graduate of Buena Vista High School, Class of 1988. He enjoyed cooking and spending time...

Fredrick Hope

Fredrick Hope

Apr 28, 2024

Mr. Fredrick Hope passed away early Sunday morning, April 28, 2024, at the age of 46, while walking his dog.

He leaves to cherish his memory his common-law wife of 28 year,s Pamela Howard, and his dog, along with his family who were the love of his life.

Mayola Childress

Mayola Childress

Apr 28, 2024

Childress, Mayola, Saginaw, MI – Mayola Childress, affectionately known as "Sweet," passed away on  April 28, 2024, at the age of 75. She was born on December 27, 1948, to L.C. Harris, Sr., and Mattie B. Harris (Smith) in Inverness, Mississippi.

She leaves to cherish her memories four children, Ronnie (Ruth) Childress, Semo (Pamara) Childress, Consuela (Tavarse) Little, and Heather (Chester)...

Dorothy Mae Harris

Dorothy Mae Harris

Apr 27, 2024

Ms. Dorothy Mae Harris passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 79 years. She was born April 9, 1945, to R.L. Windum and L.B. Windum in Robinsonville, Mississippi.

Ms. Harris was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She was a member of United Missionary Baptist Church where Cedric Nickson is Pastor. Dorothy Mae was a homemaker and an...

Johnnie Eugene Lee

Johnnie Eugene Lee

Apr 27, 2024

Our Beloved Son, Brother, Grandson, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin, and Friend, Johnnie Eugene Lee “Mickey Spalaney” entered the world on July 6, 1982, at Saginaw General Hospital, Saginaw, Michigan, and departed the earth into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 27, 2024, at age 41 years. Although our hearts were not ready, we know that Johnnie...

Gail Rochelle Dilworth (Lansing)

Gail Rochelle Dilworth (Lansing)

Apr 27, 2024

Mrs. Gail Rochelle Dilworth passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 61 years old. She was born Thursday, August 2, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Herbert Moore and Rose Jackson.

Gail lived in Lansing, Michigan where she was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. She attended Austin High School in Chicago, Illinois and...

Barbara C. Cain (Lansing)

Barbara C. Cain (Lansing)

Apr 26, 2024

 Age 93 years.Mrs Barbara C. Cain passed away in Lansing, Michigan on Friday, April 26, 2024.  Age 93 years old. She was born in Williamston, South Carolina on Wednesday, July 23, 1930.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Sparrow Hospice House of Mid-Michigan if you would...

Lucille Webb

Lucille Webb

Apr 24, 2024

Mrs. Lucille Webb transitioned from this earthly life on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Age 75 years. She was born on July 21, 1948, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Cornelious Irvin and Rufus Gill.

Lucille was a graduate of Carrollton High School, Class of 1966. She was employed for over thirty years at Michigan Bell Telephone in the Operator Services Department. Lucille was...

Lonny Beeman (Mason)

Lonny Beeman (Mason)

Apr 22, 2024

Mr. Lonny Beeman passed away Monday, April 24, 2024, at The Willows of East Lansing in East Lansing, Michigan. Age 76 years.

Winnie Janet Mcdaniel (Lansing)

Winnie Janet Mcdaniel (Lansing)

Apr 22, 2024

Ms. Winnie Janet McDaniel passed away Monday, April 22, 2024, at McLaren Greater Lansing in Lansing, Michigan. Age 72 years.

Lillie Mae Harris

Lillie Mae Harris

Apr 22, 2024

Mrs. Lillie Mae Harris gained her heavenly wings on Monday, April 22, 2024, at the blessed age of 92 years. She was born April 9, 1932, in Altheimer, Arkansas, to Sarilla and Samuel Ruth.

Mrs. Harris was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She relocated to Saginaw in 1956; if anyone wanted to move here, they knew her door was always open....

John Lee Watson, Sr. (Lansing)

John Lee Watson, Sr. (Lansing)

Apr 21, 2024

Mr. John Lee Watson, Sr. passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024, at McLaren Greater Lansing in Lansing, Michigan. Age 97 years.

Reginald Eugene Carr

Reginald Eugene Carr

Apr 21, 2024

Mr. Reginald Eugene Carr passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born on January 31, 1969, in St. Louis Missouri, to his mother, Rolene Lloyd Boles. Donald L. Lloyd, Sr., Reginald’s stepfather, was instrumental in raising him.

Reginald attended the Millet Learning Center. He loved music and enjoyed playing the drums. Reginald was...

Bennie  Charles Griffin

Bennie Charles Griffin

Apr 19, 2024

Our beloved, Husband, Father, and Grandfather, Bennie C. Griffin also known as “GG,” “Griff,” or “Daddy,” passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 83 years. He was born on September 5, 1940, in Lawrenceville, Georgia, James and Frances Griffin.

In 1964, Bennie relocated to Saginaw, Michigan, where in 1984, he met Rae,...

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