De'Tavion Favorite
February 21, 2020
De’Tavion Favorite was born October 27, 2003 in Saginaw, Michigan to David Favorite and Banesha Hamilton. He departed this life on Friday, February 21, 2020 at the tender age of sixteen years. De’Tavion received Christ at an early age and was baptized at Greater Freewill Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor James E. Speed. Before his death, he was...
Cassandra Wilson
February 21, 2020
Ms. Cassandra Joyce Wilson, “Sandra”, was born January 2, 1954 in Columbus, Georgia, the daughter of Dorothy and Sonnie Wilson. On February 21, 2020, God called His angel home. Sandra, at the age of twelve, along with her family, moved to Saginaw, Michigan in 1966. She attended Saginaw High School and graduated with the “Class of 1972.” Sandra went to...
Moses Harris, Jr. (Lansing)
February 20, 2020
Deacon Moses Harris, Jr. made his transition to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, February 20, 2020 in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 77. He was born July 29, 1942 to Moses, Sr. and Nathaniel Harris in New Madrid, Missouri. He was the eldest of 3 children born to this union. Moses family relocated from...
Evander Scott, Sr.
February 20, 2020
Beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Grandfather and Uncle, Evander Burk Scott, Sr., departed this earthly life on February 20, 2020 with his loving, faithful, and devoted wife Betty Scott at his side. Evander was born June 30th, 1943 to Mamie Garrett and Ben Scott in Montgomery, Alabama. Evander received his education through Alabama public schools. He moved to Saginaw, Michigan in...
Alicia Gwili Walker (Lansing)
February 17, 2020
Ms. Alicia Gwili Walker passed away Sunday, February 16, 2020 in Lansing, Michigan. Age 45 years. She was born May 23, 1974 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan the daughter of Michael Walker and Debra Walker. Alicia was a very vibrant creative person who lived a very colorful life filled with lots of family and friends who loved her very...
James A Goosby (Lansing)
February 17, 2020
The sun rose for James Andre’ Goosby October 14, 1964. The sun set for James on February 17, 2020. He was born to James Earl Goosby and Vassie Goosby on October 14, 1964 in Lansing, Michigan. James graduated from J.W. Sexton High School. He worked at Michigan State University until his hip failed him. James was a kind soul. He...
Gary Duane Hunt, Jr.
February 17, 2020
Gary Duane Hunt Jr., age 54 years and surrounded by close family and friends, passed away in Saginaw, Michigan on Monday, February 17, 2020. He was born December 31, 1965 in Saginaw, Michigan at St. Mary’s hospital to Gary Hunt Sr. and Juanita Clark. Gary graduated from Saginaw High School, “Class of 1984.” As a child, he was passionate about...
Johnetta Sanders
February 17, 2020
Mrs. Johnetta Sanders was born January 17, 1948 in Edwards, Mississippi to Richard and Wilna Richardson. She was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 17, 2020 at the age of 72 years. Johnetta accepted Christ at an early and grew in her faith at Truevine Missionary Baptist Church. She was active in ministry and sang in...
Denise Jones
February 17, 2020
Ms. Denise Jones passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020 in Bay City, Michigan. Age 56 years.
Ned Mills
February 17, 2020
Mr. Ned Mills was born December 1, 1948 in Panola, Alabama to Curtis and Lucy Mills. He was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 17, 2020 at the age of 71 years. Ned moved to Saginaw, Michigan in the late 1960s. He began working for General Motors Corporation Grey Iron Foundry and was a member of...
Louise Gurley (Lansing)
February 17, 2020
Louise’s life story: Generous and loving, Louise was a woman who enjoyed the simple things in life. Always one to unhesitatingly give of her time and talents. Louise relished in providing care and assistances to any and everyone. She was compassionate and kind. However, she was also quick to become a lion queen when it came to defending her family...
Fannie B. Johnson
February 16, 2020
Mrs. Fannie B. Johnson was born April 23, 1929 in Doddsville, Mississippi to Nathan and Maude (McClain) Wilson. After 90 blessed years of living, God called her home to be with him on Sunday, February 16, 2020. Fannie was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She had gifted hands that allowed her to be a beautician for many years....
Frizzell C. Sutherlin, Sr.
February 15, 2020
Mr. Frizzell Sutherlin Sr. was called home to be with his heavenly father on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria, Louisiana. He was born to Richard W. and Margaret Ann (Robinson) Sutherlin on October 29, 1929 in Middlesex, Virginia. Frizzell, known to many as “Fritz”, was the youngest of twenty-two children. He accepted Christ at...
Helen Nannie Taylor (Lansing)
February 15, 2020
Mrs. Nannie Helen (Strickland) Taylor passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020 in Okemos, Michigan. Age 85 years. She was born on August 3, 1934 in Stokes County, North Carolina to Floyd Chester Strickland and Florence Augusta (Fralin) Strickland. She was one of 11 children born to this union. Helen was a graduate of J.J. Jones High School and later attended...
Tyeara Charelle Holmes (Lansing)
February 14, 2020
Ms. Tyeara Charelle “NuNu” Holmes passed away Friday, February 14, 2020 at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 23 years. She was born June 25th 1996 at Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, Michigan, the daughter to Jeanettia (Danial) Green and Chappie Dean Holmes Jr. When Tyeara entered this world, she brought to our lives a breath of fresh air; she...
Gloria Mckinstry (Lansing)
February 14, 2020
Our Beloved Momma and Big Mama, Gloria McKinstry, was called to be in the garden of the Lord God on Friday, February 14, 2020 at the age of 97. She’s now a perfect rose beautifying His garden. She was born on August 4, 1922 to Mose Hall and Cora Pruitt in Birmingham, Alabama. She grew up with her brothers and...
Teresa “Kathy” Darden (Lansing)
February 12, 2020
THE WONDERFUL LIFE OF TERESA "KATHY" DARDEN "But our commonwealth is in Heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will change our lowly body to be like His glorious body, by the power which enables Him even to subject all things to Himself." Philippians 3:20-21 On Saturday, November 16, 320 days into the year...
Loree Webb (Charlotte)
February 11, 2020
Ms. Loree Webb passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Eaton County Health & Rehabilitation Services. Age 57 years.
Darlene Williams
February 11, 2020
Mrs. Darlene Williams made her transition on Tuesday, February 11, 2020. She was born January 30, 1949 in Saginaw, Michigan to Betty Jean (Andrews) and Andrew L. Williams. Darlene graduated from Saginaw High School, “Class of 1967.” She obtained her associates degree in Criminal Justice and became a corrections officer for the State of Michigan, from where she later retired....
James Jenkins "Bam"
February 10, 2020
Mr. James Anthony Jenkins was born July 18, 1970 in Saginaw, Michigan to Sarah Jenkins. Our beloved son, brother, father, companion and uncle was called home to his Heavenly Father on February 10, 2020. James, affectionately known as “Bam”, received his diploma and completed Job Corps. He then attended Delta College before leaving to work in the Ann Arbor area....