Donald Church
February 1, 2026
Mr. Donald Church passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 87 years. He is survived by his wife, 3 sons, and 1 daughter.
Bertha Payne
February 1, 2026
Mrs. Bertha Payne transitioned from this life on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the age of 91 blessed years. She was born on September 10, 1934, in Sunflower, Mississippi to Helen Williams and Buster (Maggie) Johnson.
With roots in Saginaw, Michigan dating back to the 1960s, Bertha built a life filled with purpose, meeting her soulmate Leon Payne along the way....
Delford Smith
January 31, 2026
Mr. Delford Smith passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 81 years.
Mary Louise Jackson
January 30, 2026
Ms. Mary Louise Jackson received her eternal wings on Friday, January 30, 2026. Mary was born February 25, 1930, in Columbus, Georgia, to the late James Chambers and Sarah Lilly Chambers. She lived a long and meaningful life marked by faith, service, and deep love for family and community.
Mary later relocated to Saginaw, Michigan, where she became a devoted and...
Ramon Culbert
January 29, 2026
Mr. Ramon Culbert passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 46 years.
Alan Jerome Butler, Jr., Esq.
January 29, 2026
Attorney Alan Jerome Butler, Jr., 43, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan, with his loving wife, Monyata, by his side.
JaJuan Keas
January 26, 2026
JaJuan Dominique Keas was born on August 23, 1982, in Detroit, Michigan, bringing infinite joy to his parents and his entire family. While attending private school in Detroit, his humor, charm, and larger-than-life presence quickly made him the center of every room. He was truly the life of the party.
In 1994, JaJuan’s family relocated to East Lansing, Michigan, where JaJuan...
Govenor Gray, Jr.
January 25, 2026
Mr. Govenor Gray, Jr. passed away on January 25, 2026, in Georgia. Age 84 years.
Denise Lefler
January 25, 2026
Ms. Denise Lefler passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 62 years.
Tab Aaron Leonard
January 22, 2026
Tab Aaron Leonard, 68, of Lansing, Michigan, and his beloved dog, “Bobo”, tragically passed away January 22, 2026, following an auto collision. He was born on March 2, 1957, in Lansing, Michigan, to the late Arthur Leonard and Louise (Smith) Marsh. He proudly made a career in the engineering field. His eye for detail made him a great fit in...
Elsie Guy
January 21, 2026
Elsie Paulette Guy passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 75 years. She was born on July 11, 1950, in Lansing, Michigan. The daughter of Aldine and Albertine Guy.
Elsie spent her childhood in Lansing, with frequents visits to her father’s hometown, Mecosta, Michigan. She graduated from Sexton High School and attended Lansing Community College and Michigan State...
Richard Williams
January 21, 2026
Mr. Richard Williams passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Williamston, Michigan. Age 86 years.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations please be made to an animal shelter.
Albert Taylor (Formerly of Saginaw, Michigan)
January 21, 2026
Mr. Albert Taylor, Cherished Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin and Friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Sacramento, California.
Alonza James Colvin
January 19, 2026
Mr. Alonza James Colvin passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 94 years.
Rev. Murray Fentress, Sr.
January 18, 2026
Rev. Murray Fentress, Sr. passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 76 years. Murray was born on January 31, 1949, in Madison, Tennessee, to Sam and Lessie Fentress.
Murray married the love of his life, Bernie Hudson, and they relocated to Saginaw, Michigan in 1967. From this union five children were born.
Murray enjoyed spending time with his family,...
Latisha Fuller
January 17, 2026
Ms. Latisha Ann Fuller transitioned from this life on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the age of 46. She was born on February 7, 1979, to Patricia Rogan Fuller and Clinter Roy Cooper in Saginaw, Michigan.
Latisha, affectionately known as Tish to many, attended Saginaw Public Schools and Buena Vista Schools. Tish held positions in the Home Health field, where she...
Dorothy Whitt
January 16, 2026
Ms. Dorothy Whitt passed away Friday, January 16, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 75 years.
Ellen Ann Cannarile
January 16, 2026
Ellen Ann (Creager) Cannarile gained her wings and flew away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at University of Michigan Sparrow Health Systems, Lansing, Michigan. She was born on Tuesday, July 10, 1945, the daughter of Wilson and Gladys Creager in Harrison, Michigan.
Ellen started her career working at the old Lansing General Hospital and worked there for a number of years...
Linda Lou Rose
January 15, 2026
Mrs. Linda Lou Rose passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on July 27, 1949, in Lansing to her devoted parents, Harold and Mildred Strouse.
Linda’s love story began in the simplest and most charming of ways—while she sat on her porch enjoying a bag of popcorn....
Michele Lynn Bergs
January 14, 2026
Ms. Michele Lynn Bergs passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan, at the age of 53. Michele was born on March 23, 1972, in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, to James and Georgene Bergs. Three years ago, Michele moved to Saginaw, Michigan, to be closer to her family.
Michele cherished the comfort of her home, where she...
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