Katie M. Jackson (Lansing)
September 29, 2021
Katie Mae Nelson was born Thursday, July 1, 1926, to parents Louis Ray and Martha Nelson of Wichita Falls, Texas. One of seven children, Katie grew up in Wichita Falls, attended public schools and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. As part of the Great Migration, she relocated to Lansing in 1943. It wasn’t long before Katie caught the...
Shantina Lashey Davenport
September 29, 2021
“Devoted to Faith, Family, Friends and Profession” “As for me, I will behold thy face in righteousness: I shall be satisfied, when I awake, with thy likeness”. Psalm 17:15 KJV Shantina Davenport was a woman of faith. Faith in the unconditional love she showered on her children to nurture and sustain them. Faith in the healing power and restorative value...
Ms. Tangala Lynette Williams
September 28, 2021
Tangala Lynette Williams, 52, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on September 29, 2021 at St. Bernards Medical Center. Tangala was born in Saginaw, MI on October 5, 1968 to the late Pauline Williams. In addition to her mother, Tangala is preceded in death by her grandparents, Orletha and Willie Williams; aunts, Williatte Staffney and Deborah Derasammy-Allen; uncle, Terry Williams;...
Jodi Young
September 28, 2021
Ms. Jodi Young passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at Covenant HealthCare Harrison. Age 56 years.
Callie Hoard (Lansing)
September 27, 2021
Mrs. Callie B. Blocker-Hoard passed away Monday, September 27, 2021, at Sparrow Health Systems Hospital. Age 83 years. She was born January 1, 1938, in Clarksdale, Arkansas to parents, Otho Blocker, Sr. and Wilma Peeler. Callie graduated from Alternative Education in Blytheville, Arkansas. From there she started her journey to Lansing, Michigan, where Callie attended Lansing Community College and obtained...
Aaron Woodard (Lansing)
September 26, 2021
Mr. Aaron Woodard passed away Saturday, September 26, 2021, in Detroit, Michigan. Age 33 years.
Jacqueline J. Jones (Lansing)
September 24, 2021
Ms. Jacqueline J. Jones passed away Friday, September 24, 2021, at Sparrow Health Systems-Sparrow Campus in Lansing, Michigan. Age 64 years. The daughter of Evangelist Annie Cora Jones born November 11, 1956, in Lansing, Michigan. Jacqueline was a long-time resident of Lansing, Michigan. She was a member of Lansing Christian Center Church under the leadership of Pastor Howard Davenport. Jacqueline...
Timothy Reed, Jr. (Lansing)
September 23, 2021
Mr. Timothy Reed, Jr, passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021, at McLaren Greater Lansing, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 39 years.
Kenneth Stone, Jr. (Lansing)
September 23, 2021
Mr. Kenneth Stone, Jr. passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021, at McLaren Greater Lansing in Lansing, Michigan. Age 44 years.
Napoleon Frierson
September 23, 2021
Napoleon Frierson “Dokey” our beloved father, grandfather, great- grandfather, brother, and friend, made a heavenly transition home on Thursday, September 23, 2021, at his home in Saginaw, Michigan, to be with his loving wife, Dolores Frierson. Napoleon was born on April 17, 1931 in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee to Harry Frierson and Mary Frierson. Napoleon retired from General Motors Chevrolet Grey...
Scott "Po' Boy" Clinton Harris
September 22, 2021
Mr. Scott Clinton Harris transitioned home on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born March 4, 1953, in Saginaw, Michigan to Henry Harris and Mary Sue Floyd. Scott Harris, better known as “Po-Boy and Junior,” was raised by his loving grandmother, Mrs. Queenie Wooten. He attended Saginaw Public Schools. Scott was a very loving person who loved...
Burnette Wilson
September 21, 2021
Ms. Burnette Wilson passed away on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Age 67 years.
Javier Hidalgo, Sr. (Lansing)
September 21, 2021
Mr. Javier “Jay” Hidalgo, Sr., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Age 63 years. Jay was born September 26, 1957, to Francisco and Esperanza (Suarez) Hidalgo in Marion, Texas. Jay was a hard, very dedicated worker and was employed with Ryder Logistics for 20+ years. He taught his sons to work hard and with pride. He...
Brian L. Currin, Sr.
September 20, 2021
Mr. Brian Lawrence Currin passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021. Age 48 years. A private service has taken place.
Anthony Alvion-Inez Davis, Iii (Lansing)
September 20, 2021
Mr. Anthony Alvion-Inez Davis, III, known as Trae or Budda passed away September 20, 2021, at Sparrow Health Systems Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 17 years. He was born February 12, 2004, in Lansing, Michigan, to parents, Anthony LaVanson Davis, II and Darrilyn Jeanette Moore. Trae was known for his beautiful smile and compassion for others. He enjoyed spending time...
Delishous Travon Thomas
September 18, 2021
Delishous Travon Thomas was born February 3, 1997 in Bay City, Michigan to Tracy and Davonnda Thomas. She passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Bay Regional Medical Center at the age of 24 yrs. Delishous was affectionately known by her nicknames, Lish, Rabbit, and Princess. Delishous’ parents moved to Bay City, Michigan in 1993 from Saginaw, Michigan to...
Cordé Smith (Lansing)
September 18, 2021
Baby Cordé Liam Rashaun Smith passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021, at McLaren Greater Lansing in Lansing, Michigan. Age 4 months. Cordé was happy baby with an infectious smile. He was greatly loved by his family; they spoiled him whenever possible. Cordé loved to chatter on and on, he was very advanced for his age. There is a hole in...
Lawrence Burton, Sr. (Lansing)
September 17, 2021
Mr. Lawrence Burton, Sr., passed away Friday, September 17, 2021, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 58 years. Larry was born in Detroit, Michigan, on October 5, 1962, to Evelyn and Austin Burton, Jr. He was the second child born into a family that had purchased a house on Lawton Street in a promising neighborhood whose residents were increasingly...
Darrell Andre Aldridge (Lansing)
September 17, 2021
Mr. Darrell Andre Aldridge passed away Friday, September 17, 2021, at McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 51 years. He was born October 9, 1969 in Lansing, Michigan, to Earnest and Deloris Aldridge. Darrell was a long-time resident of Lansing, Michigan. He was educated in the Lansing School District and he loved sports. He had an infectious smile...
William "Billy" Edward Berry
September 16, 2021
Mr. William “Billy” Edward Berry was born on March 20, 1961 in Tallulah, Louisiana. He gained his wings on September 16, 2021 at the age of 60 years. His parents, James and Elizabeth Berry, brought him to Saginaw at a young age. Billy attended Saginaw Public Schools, and honorably served in the United States Army. Bill loved life, laughter and...
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