Obituaries

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...

Gerald Roderick Lee (Lansing)

Gerald Roderick Lee (Lansing)

December 16, 2024

Mr. Gerald R. Lee, Sr., a man who never met a stranger, transitioned from labor to reward on Monday, December 16, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 70 years old. He was born on Wednesday, March 24, 1954, in Detroit, Michigan, to Josephine (Griffin) and Alex Lee. Raised in Lansing, Michigan, Gerald attended Lansing public schools, where his...

Winston D'Angelo Bush

Winston D'Angelo Bush

December 15, 2024

It is with great sadness the sudden death of our son Mr. Winston D’Angelo Bush “Dee” passed away at the young age of 46 on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Winston was born on May 8, 1978, in Saginaw, Michigan to Winston Walker and Doretta Bush Walker.

Dee had a huge personality full...

Ethel Wilson

Ethel Wilson

December 15, 2024

Ms. Ethel Wilson passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024 at Covenant Healthcare-Harrison.  Age 78 years.

Robert James Meredith

Robert James Meredith

December 15, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert James Meredith, age 80, a devoted husband, beloved son, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, cherished brother, and dear friend to many, on December 15, 2024. Robert was surrounded by the love of his family, who will forever honor his legacy of unwavering love, strength, and kindness. 

Born on August...

Marvin Kaye Nettles

Marvin Kaye Nettles

December 14, 2024

Mr. Marvin Kaye Nettles, age 60, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024, with his family by his side. Mr. Marvin Kaye Nettles was born on March 20, 1964, to John Wesley Nettles Jr. and Alma C Nettles in Saginaw, Michigan. 

Marvin graduated from Saginaw High School Class of 1982 and was a Saginaw High football team member. Marvin loved watching...

Don Charles (Lansing)

Don Charles (Lansing)

December 14, 2024

In Loving Memory of Don Albert Charles

November 4, 1963 – December 14, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Don Albert Charles on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Age 61 years.

Born in Gurdon, Arkansas, on Monday, November 4, 1963, the son of Willie Charles and Thelma Charles. Don was a kind soul whose presence brought light...

Pastor Carroll Carter (Lansing)

Pastor Carroll Carter (Lansing)

December 14, 2024

Pastor Carroll Carter, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and servant of God, was born on September 8, 1950, in Caseyville, Mississippi, to Fred and Otis Bell McDaniel (Carter). His life was a powerful testament to faith, service, and love for other. Before entering the ministry, Pastor Carter worked diligently at the Road Commission of Lansing and as a driver for...

Heather Jackson (Lansing)

Heather Jackson (Lansing)

December 14, 2024

Mrs. Heather Jackson passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at University of Michigan Health Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 42 years old. She was born on Monday, June 21, 1982, in Alma, Michigan to parents, Robert and Marilyn Garrett.  

Heather loved God and attended Life Christian Church in Holt, Michigan. She was employed by McDonald’s. She...

Anthony Wood (Lansing)

Anthony Wood (Lansing)

December 13, 2024

Mr. Anthony Wood passed away Friday, December 13, 2024. Age 91 years.

Gladys Mae Neal

Gladys Mae Neal

December 13, 2024

Gladys Mae (Hunt) Neal was born on July 15, 1945, in Stanton, Tennessee, to the late Booker T. and Alfreda Hunt. She was a tiny, bright-eyed baby girl who was eager to grow up and leave her mark on this world.  

At a very young age, Gladys moved to Saginaw, Michigan where she avidly watched her parents and quickly picked up...

Steven T. Robinson (Lansing)

Steven T. Robinson (Lansing)

December 11, 2024

Mr. Steven Troy Robinson passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 61 years.

Nichole Keckler-Cooley (Lansing)

Nichole Keckler-Cooley (Lansing)

December 9, 2024

Ms. Nichole Agnes Cooley was born on Wednesday, January 3, 1979, in Lansing, Michigan to parents, Ronald J. and Teresa E. Cooley. She passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the tender age of 45 years.

Nichole was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan and was baptized at St. Therese’s Catholic Church. Nichole had a deep passion for helping others,...

Bonnie Faye Jones

Bonnie Faye Jones

December 9, 2024

Ms. Bonnie Faye Jones, who was known by many as “Tunka” passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. Age 67 years. Bonnie was born on January 29, 1957, to Paul and Willie Jones. 

Bonnie was a resident of Buena Vista Township in Saginaw. She was a graduate of Buena Vista High School Class of 1975. Bonnie served in the United States Army...

James E. Jones Jr.

James E. Jones Jr.

December 9, 2024

Mr. James E. Jones Jr. passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. Age 59 years.