Obituaries

Kathleen Powers

Kathleen Powers

July 11, 2025

Ms. Kathleen "Kathy" Joann Powers was born March 25, 1956, in Eaton Rapids, Michigan. The daughter of Richard William Sr. and Betty Ann Louise (Sundermann) Powers.

Kathy Powers’ spirit was greeted by the ancestors and her Lord and Savior on July 13, 2025. She was born on March 25, 1956, in Eaton Rapids, MI—the oldest child and daughter of Richard William...

Sandra Marie Broyles

Sandra Marie Broyles

July 11, 2025

Sandra “Sandy” Broyles, age 79, of DeWitt, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 23, 1946, to Joyce and Gene Watson, Sandy’s life was one filled with devotion, kindness, and a strength that touched all who knew her. At a young age, she was lovingly guided and raised by...

Dr. Samona L. Perry

Dr. Samona L. Perry

July 11, 2025

THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF DR. SAMONA LYNETTE PERRY

Dr. Samona Lynette Perry was born on October 5, 1965, in Detroit, Michigan, to the union of the late Viola Marie Perry and Robert Louis Perry. From the beginning, Samona was a force of nature—graceful, determined, loving, and full of life. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an...

Dimetri Wells, Sr.

Dimetri Wells, Sr.

July 10, 2025

Mr. Dimetri Wells Sr., affectionately known as “Macaroni,” departed this earthly life on Friday, July 10, 2025, at the age of 51 years. Dimetri was born September 13, 1973, to Jacqueline Ann Prescott and Daniel Wells.

Dimetri was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He attended Saginaw Public Schools. Dimetri was a member of Greater Impact International Church under the leadership of Pastor...

Herbert C. Jackson, Jr.

Herbert C. Jackson, Jr.

July 9, 2025

Herbert Clavorn Jackson, Jr. entered the world on December 28, 1950, in Monroe, Louisiana, to the late Herbert C. Jackson, Sr., and Dorothy L. Bynum Jackson. He was the eldest of five children born to their union.

From an early age, Herbert displayed a strong sense of faith and dedication to his church. He joined Ludden Chapel Baptist Church as a...

Troy Anthony Burton

Troy Anthony Burton

July 9, 2025

Mr. Troy Anthony Burton suddenly passed away on July 9, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan. At the age of 61, he was born on December 20, 1963, to John Ivory Burton and Ruth Evon Gordon-Burton.

Troy was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, MI, where he attended Saginaw Public Schools & was well-known and loved throughout the community. In his younger years, he...

Ronald E. Dozier

Ronald E. Dozier

July 9, 2025

Mr. Ronald Earl Dozier passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at My Michigan Medical Center Saginaw (Michigan) at the age of 72 years. He was born January 18, 1953, to Silasteen Turner and Fred German, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Ronald relocated to Amityville, New York, at an early age and graduated from Copiague High School, Class of 1971. Music was a...

Leon Dell Fransisco

Leon Dell Fransisco

July 9, 2025

Leon Fransisco, a resident of Okemos, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 9th at Sparrow Hospice House after a courageous three-year battle with colon cancer. He was 67 years old.

Leon’s passion was always with his faith and love of God. Automobiles defined much of his life. A dedicated businessman, he took immense pride in owning and operating several new and...

John Johnson

John Johnson

July 9, 2025

John Kevin Johnson was born on November 14, 1959, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Basil and Mary Lou Johnson. He passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 65 years.

John was a graduate from Bridgeport High School, Class of 1977; he attended Northwood University. He was an incredibly savvy and accomplished businessman. For over 35...

Dianne Green

Dianne Green

July 7, 2025

Our beloved mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt, great-aunt, cousin, and friend, Ms. Dianne Green, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, with her daughter and son-in-law by her side, on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the age of 68 years. Dianne was born on January 18, 1957, in Saginaw, MI, the daughter of Spencer Sr....

Deborah A. Hollis

Deborah A. Hollis

July 5, 2025

Ms. Deborah A. Hollis was born on November 12, 1957, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Pate Hollis Sr. and Gradie Robinson-Hollis. Our Beloved Sister, Mother, Aunt, Great-Aunt, Cousin, and Friend, Deborah Hollis, transitioned from labor to reward on Friday, July 5, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital; age 67 years.

Deborah was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She attended Saginaw Public Schools...

Timmie D'Quan Favorite, Jr.

Timmie D'Quan Favorite, Jr.

July 5, 2025

Timmie D’Quan Favorite Jr. was born March 3, 2010, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Timmie Favorite Sr. and Andaja Box.

Timmie graduated from 8th grade, from Thompson Middle School, where he was an “OUTSTANDING” athlete, and his jersey #1 was retired and presented to him before his death. He excelled in track, football, and basketball. Timmie was ranked #2 in the state during...

Wendell Smith

Wendell Smith

July 5, 2025

Wendell Tommy Smith, a beloved Husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at age 66. Wendell was born April 20, 1959, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Lucy Mae and Willie Tom Smith.

Wendell graduated from Saginaw High School in 1977. He married Joyce Pruitt on April 28, 1989. After 20 years with GM, Wendell retired. Wendell...

Mark Steven Hammond

Mark Steven Hammond

July 3, 2025

Mark Steven Hammond, a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on Sunday, June 21st, 1953, in Lansing, Michigan, Mark spent his later years as a cherished resident of Aiken, South Carolina.

Mark dedicated his professional life to serving his community as a meter reader at the Board...

Corey McDaniel

Corey McDaniel

July 3, 2025

Mr. Corey Lamont McDaniel passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born on December 7, 1991, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Desma D. Reynolds and Gwendolyn M. Hickman.

Corey was a lifetime resident of Saginaw, Michigan, and was educated in Carrollton and Saginaw Public Schools. He was previously employed by Vlasic Pickle Factory. Corey’s greatest joy was...

Darian Michelle Roby Gamble

Darian Michelle Roby Gamble

July 3, 2025

Ms. Darian Michelle Roby Gamble passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 63 years. She was born Thursday, March 22, 1962, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Roma Jean Roby and James Orr.

The family moved to Lansing, Michigan in 1969. As a young child, Darian accepted Christ in her life at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Lansing. She...

Nicholas Faulkner

Nicholas Faulkner

July 3, 2025

Mr. Nicholas Faulkner passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 54 years. 

Angela Ferguson

Angela Ferguson

July 3, 2025

Ms. Angela Ferguson passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025. Age 59 years.

Jeanne Kaminski

Jeanne Kaminski

July 3, 2025

Jeanne Kaminski, 78, of Okemos, Michigan, passed away on July 3, 2025. Born March 2, 1947, in Flint, Jeanne’s remarkable journey was defined by grace, vivacity, and a commanding presence that left a lasting impression on everyone she met. A proud alumna of Michigan State University, Jeanne earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees before embarking on a distinguished career...

O. C. Anderson

O. C. Anderson

July 3, 2025

Mr. OC Anderson, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the age of 98. OC was born on December 20, 1926, in Laurel, Mississippi, to Pete and Marthan Anderson.

OC grew up in Panola, Alabama, and later relocated to Saginaw, Michigan, in 1955. He was a retired minister of the Spiritual...