Obituaries

Latrece Harper

Latrece Harper

October 30, 2025

Our Beloved and Beautiful Mother, Daughter, Sister, and Cousin, Ms. Latrece Harper, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, in Pontiac, Michigan. Age 33 years.

Matthew R. Kolbe

Matthew R. Kolbe

October 29, 2025

Matthew R. Kolbe passed away peacefully at the age of 61 in Rocky River, Ohio. Born on July 15, 1964, in Saginaw, Michigan, Matt was the first of six children.

Always a positive, encouraging voice to others, Matt will be remembered for his passion for life and contagious energy. Matt was a social butterfly whose gift of gab made him one of...

Larry Hutchinson

Larry Hutchinson

November 2, 2025

Mr. Larry Hutchinson passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 70 years.

Deacon James Washington

Deacon James Washington

November 2, 2025

Deacon James Washington, affectionately known as "Suede", passed away on November 2, 2025, at the age of 80 years, to be with the Lord. Born on May 31, 1945, as the fifth of thirteen children, to the late Vester Milner Washington and John Washington in McKamie, Arkansas. James's family later relocated to Stamps, Arkansas, where he graduated from Ellis High...

Paul Jansma

Paul Jansma

November 1, 2025

Mr. Paul Jansma passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 90 years.

Jonathan David Decker

Jonathan David Decker

October 31, 2025

Mr. Jonathan David Decker passed away Friday, October 31, 2025, at University of Michigan Health Sparrow in Lansing, Michigan. Age 53 years.

Jamal J. Haney

Jamal J. Haney

October 30, 2025

Mr. Jamal J. Haney passed away Thursday, October 31, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan, at Covenant Harrison. Age 42 years.

Darrell Evans

Darrell Evans

October 30, 2025

Darrell Leon Evans Sr., passed away October 30, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 63 years. He was born on October 13, 1962, the son of the late Harrison and Annie Mae Evans.

He completed his education within the Gary School system and graduated from William A. Wirt.

Darrell had a deep passion for electronics—whether it was TVs, watches, or cars—and loved taking...

Audrey Harrison

Audrey Harrison

October 30, 2025

Ms. Audrey Denise Harrison passed away Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Optalis Health and Rehab (St. Francis) in Saginaw, Michigan, Age 64 years. Audrey was born on February 6, 1961, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Levi and Curley Mae Harrison.

Audrey attended all Buena Schools and was a graduate of the Class of 1979 Buena Vista Knights. She grew up as a member...

Lisamarie Lynn Coffey

Lisamarie Lynn Coffey

October 27, 2025

Lisamarie Lynn Coffey was born on May 10, 1972 in Owosso Michigan to her parents the late Ernest Daniel Coffey and Diana Lynn (Vejcik) Coffey.

Lisamarie (Lisa) was the youngest of four children born to Ernest and Diana, and she grew up in Perry Michigan. Following graduation from Perry High School, Lisa became a hardworking server at her local Burger King...

Landon Taylor III

Landon Taylor III

October 27, 2025

Mr. Landon Taylor III passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at Saginaw Select Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 75 years. Landon was born in Saginaw, moved to Illinois in his twenties, and moved back to Saginaw, Michigan, where he has resided for the last thirty years.

Landon, also known as "Hamp or Handsome" to his friends and loved ones, enjoyed...

Perry Lee Colley

Perry Lee Colley

October 25, 2025

Mr. Perry Lee Colley passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 61 years. Perry was born November 4, 1963, in Reform, Alabama, to Marie (Nick Hall, Jr). and Willie Joe Colley.

Perry was a resident of Saginaw, and was a member of Bethesda Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Bridgeport High School and employed...

Reida J. Williams

Reida J. Williams

October 24, 2025

Ms. Reida J. Williams departed this life on Friday, October 24, 2025, at University of Michigan Health - Sparrow in Lansing, Michigan. Age 71 years.

Dorties Thompson

Dorties Thompson

October 23, 2025

Ms. Dorties Thompson passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Covenant Harrison Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 78 years. Dorties was born on October 13, 1947, in Shelby, Mississippi, to Omatine Water and Silas Phelon.

Dorties Thompson “Granny” life story would make for a compelling book, as she left an incredible mark on the hearts of those around her. At a...

Virgil Marsh

Virgil Marsh

October 22, 2025

Virgil Allen Marsh, 93, of Eaton County, Michigan, and Citrus County, Florida, was called home to the Lord on October 22, 2025.

He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Darlene (Weldon) Marsh, whom he dearly loved, and their children: Steven (Sharon) Marsh, Valorie (Donald) Buck, Scott Marsh, and Penny Marsh, a blessing he cherished deeply. He was preceded in...

Mrs. Charles Mae Green

Mrs. Charles Mae Green

October 20, 2025

I HAVE FOUGHT THE GOOD FIGHT, I HAVE FINISHED THE RACE. I HAVE KEPT THE FAITH. NOW THERE IS IN STORE FOR ME THE CROWN OF RIGHTEOUSNESS, WHICH THE LORD, THE RIGHTEOUS JUDGE, WILL AWARD TO ME ON THAT DAY-AND NOT ONLY TO ME, BUT ALSO TO ALL WHO HAVE LONGED FOR HIS APPEARING. 

II Timothy 4:7-8 

Mrs. Charles Mae Green passed...

Mary Ann Richardson

Mary Ann Richardson

October 20, 2025

Our beloved Sister, Aunt, Great-Aunt, Niece, Godmother, and Friend, Ms. Mary Ann Richardson, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Avista Nursing & Rehab. Age 65 years. She was born on May 12, 1960, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Curtis Lee Richardson, Sr., and Helena D. Johnson Richardson.

Mary Ann was a graduate of Buena Vista...

Timothy Schumacher

Timothy Schumacher

October 18, 2025

Mr. Timothy Schumacher passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 69 years.

Duane Frank

Duane Frank

October 17, 2025

Duane Roger Frank (88), passed peacefully at home on October 17, 2025. Born on May 24, 1937, to Oliver and Thelma Frank in Lansing, Michigan. He was a lifelong resident of Lansing and attended Eastern High School, Class of 1955. After graduation, he was employed at Oldsmobile for two years before enlisting in the Marines. Following his 4 years of...

Charlie Bernard Macon, Sr.

Charlie Bernard Macon, Sr.

October 17, 2025

Mr. Charlie Bernard Macon, Sr., passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Covenant Cooper Hospital, Saginaw, Michigan. Age 85 years. Charlie was born May 19, 1940, in Winston County in Louisville, Mississippi, to Clotile Headd Macon and Charlie Bernard Macon, Sr.

Charlie was employed as a welder. He was a family man who loved spending time with his grandchildren. He...