Obituaries

Melvin  E. Anderson  (Lansing)

Melvin E. Anderson (Lansing)

February 19, 2021

“God has spoken”, Mr. Melvin Ernest Anderson made his transition from this life into eternity on Friday, February 19, 2021, in Lansing, Michigan, with his wife, Elizabeth by his side along with their son, Jeffrey Evans. Age 81 years. Melvin was born in Detroit, Michigan, on November 5, 1939, the third son of five boys to Ethel and Fredricka Anderson....

Tommy R. Brooks

Tommy R. Brooks

February 19, 2021

Mr. Tommy R. Brooks passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021 at his residence in Atlanta, Georgia at the age of 57 years. He was born on February 15, 1964 to Margie R. Brooks and William Brooks. Tommy loved to build things, fix cars, and was a great cook. He was an all-around man. He leaves to cherish his memory...

Damany Amir Doby, Sr.  (Lansing)

Damany Amir Doby, Sr. (Lansing)

February 17, 2021

Mr. Damany Amir Doby, Sr. entered eternal rest Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at Sparrow Health System in Lansing, Michigan. Age 42 years. He was born February 7, 1979, in Lansing, Michigan to Randolph Doby Jr. and Joann Adams Doby. Damany was a lifelong resident of Lansing and a long-time member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church. He attended Waverly Community Schools....

Douglas Duane Boring (Lansing)

Douglas Duane Boring (Lansing)

February 16, 2021

Mr. Douglas Duane Boring passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at Sparrow Health Systems Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 84 years.

Zachary Ryan Abby

Zachary Ryan Abby

February 15, 2021

The lives of Kimberly Skipper and Leo Abby were blessed on January 6, 1995. On that day, Zachary Ryan Abby was born into the world. For the last 26 years, Zachary has fulfilled the purpose God predestined for him. In life, Zachary touched the lives of a vast amount of people; rich, poor; young, old; black, white; friends and family....

Kathrine Benson (East Lansing)

Kathrine Benson (East Lansing)

February 15, 2021

Mrs. Kathrine Embry-Benson made her transition from this earthly realm to be with our Lord and Savior on Monday, February 15, 2021. Age 62 years. As she made her transition to glory her grandson, Antione II, heard her softly mumble a few words. We believe that she was silently reciting from 2 Timothy 4:7 “I have fought the good fight,...

James Ashford

James Ashford

February 14, 2021

James Alvin Ashford was born August 12, 1983 in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of James Mason and Bunnie Ashford. He passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the age of 37 years. James was a resident of Flint, Michigan though he grew up in Saginaw. He attended Saginaw Public Schools and later received his GED through Job Corp. and...

James Earl Butler

James Earl Butler

February 14, 2021

Mr. James Earl Butler was born June 12, 1946 in Dothan, Alabama to James Thomas and Trimma Lee Butler. God called his name on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the age of 74 years. James was a graduate of Carver High School in Dothan, Alabama. He celebrated with the Classes of 1966 and 1967. He was loving, kind and caring...

William Troy White

William Troy White

February 13, 2021

Mr. William Troy White was born July 17, 1962 in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of Roy White and Marie Dunnaway. He transitioned from this life to the next on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at the age of 58 years. William liked to play the lottery, listen to music, cook and spend time with family. He loved to dance and had...

Richard Robinson  (Lansing)

Richard Robinson (Lansing)

February 12, 2021

Mr. Richard Robinson passed away Friday, February 12, 2021, at Sparrow Health System - Lansing in Lansing, Michigan. Age 76 years.

James Mcgee

James Mcgee

February 12, 2021

Our beloved, Mr. James Anthony McGee, was born February 27, 1969 in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of James Edward and Gloria Jean McGee. He went home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2021. James was a graduate of Arthur Hill High School, “Class of 1987”. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army and served for three...

Joshua  Zuriel Hall (Lansing)

Joshua Zuriel Hall (Lansing)

February 11, 2021

Mr. Joshua Zuriel Hall entered eternal rest on Thursday, February 11, 2021, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 22 years. He was born March 10, 1998, in Lansing, Michigan to Nathan and Michelle Hall. He was the fourth of five Hall children and deeply, deeply loved. Joshua knew that he was loved by the Lord and he loved Him as well. He...

Lloyd Brief

Lloyd Brief

February 11, 2021

Beloved husband of Barbara, passed away Thursday morning, February 11, 2021 at Medilodge of Cass City. Lloyd Brief was born April 23, 1947 in Kingston, MI, the son of Clare and Orlena (Nowland) Brief. Age 73 Years. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Service will take place at a later time and date.

Billie Ray Henderson (Lansing)

Billie Ray Henderson (Lansing)

February 11, 2021

Mr. Billie Ray Henderson entered into eternal rest on February 11, 2021, at Sparrow Health System in Lansing, Michigan. Age 78 years. He was born August 30, 1942, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, to the union of Ivory and Lorene Henderson; and was the second oldest of four children. His family moved to Oakland, California, where Billie grew up. He attended high...

Alfanso  Reyes Alvarez (Lansing)

Alfanso Reyes Alvarez (Lansing)

February 7, 2021

Mr. Alfanso Reyes Alvarez passed away February 7, 2021, at his home in Lansing, Michigan. Age 67 years.

William S. Paige

William S. Paige

February 6, 2021

Mr. William S. Paige passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 58 years.

Richey Peterson (Lansing)

Richey Peterson (Lansing)

February 6, 2021

Mr. Richy Peterson passed away on February 06, 2021, at Sparrow Health Systems Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 53 years.

Natasha Peterson (Lansing)

Natasha Peterson (Lansing)

February 6, 2021

Ms. Natasha Peterson passed away at Saturday, February 6, 2021, at McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 33 years.

Dion Edwards

Dion Edwards

February 6, 2021

Deacon Dion Edwards made his movie premiere on March 22, 1971. His last curtain call was Saturday, February 6, 2021, when God called him home. Despite having kidney failure, Dion maintained a strong relationship with God and undeniable faith. Dion strengthened his faith when he became an ordained deacon at Newer Dimensions Fellowship Ministries. He attended church with his wife...