Obituaries

JaQius N. Cox

JaQius N. Cox

June 7, 2025

With hearts full of sorrow and love, we celebrate the life of JaQius N. Cox, affectionately known as Bugg, who departed this earthly life on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the age of 28 years old. JaQius was born in Lansing, Michigan, at St. Lawrence Hospital, to Valeria Hutchinson and Nelson Cox, on Wednesday, February 5, 1997. From the very...

Larry Walton

Larry Walton

June 7, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, 2025, Mr. Larry Walton made his transition from this world to be with his Heavenly Father. Larry was born on August 9, 1958, in Verbena, Alabama, to Talmadge and Elnora Bulger.

Larry was a long-time resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He accepted Christ in his life at an early age. Larry attended Spiritual Macedonia Baptist Church. After attending...

Macon Kimble

Macon Kimble

June 6, 2025

Mr. Macon Markale Kimble passed away June 6, 2025. Age 37 years. He was born March 31, 1988, in Lansing, Michigan. The son of Jim H. Macon Jr. and Deborah Ann Macon.

Macon graduated from Potterville High School and worked at Sodexo Magic in Lansing, Michigan. He attended church at Fearless Faith Church Ministries. He was a hard-working man but, in...

Charlie F. Timmons

Charlie F. Timmons

June 6, 2025

Mr. Charlie F. Timmons passed away Friday, June 6, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center.  Age 74 years.

Lavon Draine

Lavon Draine

June 5, 2025

Mr. Lavon Draine, 72, of Lilburn, GA, passed away peacefully at his home on June 5th, 2025. Though his passing was unexpected, the warmth of his spirit and the joy he shared with others continue to shine in the hearts of all who knew him.

He was born on July 14, 1952, in Eupora, Mississippi, to Samuel T. and Catherine Draine...

Eric Shorter

Eric Shorter

June 4, 2025

Mr. Eric Shorter peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 52. He was born on June 19, 1972, in Boston, Massachusetts, to his beloved parents, George R. and Ernestine Shorter.

A longtime resident of Lansing, Michigan, Eric was affectionately known as the life of the party. He found his greatest joy in...

Rachel Dawkins

Rachel Dawkins

June 4, 2025

Ms. Rachel Dawkins passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan.  Age 86 years.

Leona Spates

Leona Spates

June 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Leona (Lee) Spates

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and cherished friend, Leona also known as Lee, Belle Starr, and Spates, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on July 9, 1945, in Saginaw, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late James...

Dionna Marie Leonard

Dionna Marie Leonard

June 2, 2025

Ms. Dionna Leonard passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Toni & Trish House in Auburn, Michigan. Age 64 years.

In accordance with Dionna's wishes, a service is not being planned.

Demetrious Antonio Robinson

Demetrious Antonio Robinson

June 1, 2025

Demetrious Antonio Robinson, born on February 1, 1984, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Jamison Lovell Johnson and Lavearn Robinson, was a man of strength, resilience, and a caring heart. He passed away on June 1, 2025.

Robinson attended Saginaw Public Schools and later earned his General Educational Development (GED). He worked as a laborer in the construction industry for Pullman Construction, a job...

Frederick R. Dalton

Frederick R. Dalton

June 1, 2025

Mr. Frederick R. Dalton passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 73 years. He was born Thursday, August 30, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Willoughby and Florida Dalton.

Frederick lived in Lansing, Michigan with his wife, Candice C. Dalton. He worked at General Motors Corporation for 31 years, was a proud member of...

Jose Manuel Montalvo

Jose Manuel Montalvo

May 31, 2025

Mr. Jose Montalvo passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 68 years. 

Emmitt Jones

Emmitt Jones

May 31, 2025

Emmitt Junior Jones was born on October 18, 1947, in Philadelphia, Mississippi, and passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan, at the age of 77. He endured a long recovery following a 2020 stroke with quiet strength and unwavering faith.

He was the beloved son of Ethel Mildred Jones and Emmitt Bill Roman. Following his mother’s early passing,...

Dexter V. Fite

Dexter V. Fite

May 30, 2025

Mr. Dexter Vernard Fite passed away on May 30, 2025, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born on January 2, 1962, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Willie Lee Fite and Margaret Ann Hodges (Henderson).

Dexter attended Saginaw Public Schools and graduated from Saginaw High School. He was a member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church and was employed at Bethel AME Church and...

Ethel M. Artis

Ethel M. Artis

May 29, 2025

Mrs. Ethel Mae Artis, lovingly known to many as “Lucy,” passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 85 years.  She was born Sunday, December 24, 1939, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to the late Bernice N. Stringer and Floyd Underwood. She was the second oldest of six children and spent much of her early life...

Roosevelt Woods Sr.

Roosevelt Woods Sr.

May 27, 2025

Mr. Roosevelt Woods Sr. passed away May 27, 2025. Age 95 years. He was born December 29, 1929, in Forest City, Arkansas. The son of Ivery Woods and Annie Davis.

Roosevelt was a Deacon and faithful member of the Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church in Hayti, Missouri for over 75 years. He was a prayer warrior and was always concerned about...

Denise McKinney

Denise McKinney

May 27, 2025

Ms. Denise McKinney passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at her residence in Buena Vista Township, Michigan. Age 69 years young. She was born on November 30, 1955, in Saginaw, Michigan, to loving parents, Philander Williams and Carrie Lee Collins-McKinney.

Denise was a lifetime resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She received her Trojan education from Saginaw High School, Class of 1974,...

Renita McAbee

Renita McAbee

May 27, 2025

Ms. Renita McAbee passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 61 years. She was born October 28, 1963, in Kilmichael, Mississippi. The daughter of Leola and Charlie McAbee.

Renita moved to Lansing, Michigan in 1975. She attended Walter French Jr. High School and graduated from Sexton High School in 1983. Renita attended Bethlehem Temple Bread House church from...

Agustina Quimba

Agustina Quimba

May 24, 2025

Agustina Paran Quimba, lovingly known as Tina or Bheng, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, at her home in Lansing, Michigan, surrounded by the love of her devoted family. Tina was 50 years old. She was born on May 27, 1974, in Maragusan, Davao de Oro, Philippines, to Gavina and Gervacio Sr. Quimba.

Tina devoted her life to caring for...

Ray-Margaret Hall

Ray-Margaret Hall

May 24, 2025

Dr. Ray Margaret (McConnell) Hall transitioned to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 98 years old. She was born on Thursday, March 17, 1927, in South Bend, Indiana. Her parents were Raymond and Maggie Lee (Rowsey) McConnell. By the time she was 7 years old, both...