Obituaries

Lessie Foster

Lessie Foster

January 20, 2017

Lessie moved to Detroit, Michigan in 1938 and attended a school of cosmetology. She married A.C. Foster who predeceased her in death in 1980. Lessie was a strong, praying Christian woman and faithful servant of God. She attended Church of God of Detroit and Faith Harvest Church in Saginaw, Michigan, always demonstrating love, encouragement, godly character and wisdom. She loved...

Estella Bibbs

Estella Bibbs

January 19, 2017

Ms. Estella Bibbs passed away Thursday, January 19, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 87 years. She was born April 14, 1929 in Itta Bena, Mississippi to Henry and Ora Tolden. Our beloved mother, grandmother and sister, Estella, grew up and received her education in Itta Bena, Mississippi, coming to Saginaw, Michigan in 1970. She accepted Jesus Christ...

Julia 'Judy Carol' Varner

Julia 'Judy Carol' Varner

January 18, 2017

Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue

Ruby Mae Jackson (Lansing)

Ruby Mae Jackson (Lansing)

January 17, 2017

Mrs. Ruby Mae Jackson, age 63 years, daughter of Commodore and Cora Joy, departed this life for her heavenly home on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Eaton County Palliative Care in Charlotte, Michigan. Ruby enjoyed listening to music, and attending her church, Eliezer Temple. But her greatest joy came from spending time with her family and close friends. After many...

Bonnie (Williams) Simon

Bonnie (Williams) Simon

January 16, 2017

Ms. Bonnie Ruth Williams Simon began her earthly journey in life on April 9, 1947 in Kosciusko, Mississippi, the daughter of Annie and Herbert Williams, Sr. On Monday, January 16, 2017, she gained her eternal wings and entered the Kingdom of Heaven at the age of 69 years. Bonnie accepted Christ at an early age. She was a lifelong member...

Lorene Noel

Lorene Noel

January 15, 2017

Ms. Lorene Rennie Noel passed away Sunday, January 15, 2017 at St. Marys of Michigan Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 59 Years. Rennie was born July 7, 1957 in Saginaw, Michigan to Marjory and Robert Noel. Rennie truly loved God and enjoyed going to church whenever she was able. She enjoyed her time at S.V.R.C. Industries, Inc., including the...

Charles Jackson

Charles Jackson

January 15, 2017

Mr. Charles E. Jackson passed away Sunday, January 15, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 58 years. In accordance with Mr. Jackson's wishes, cremation has taken place.

Brian Wyatt

Brian Wyatt

January 14, 2017

Mr. Brian Lutrell Wyatt Jr. passed away at his residence on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at the age of 18 years. He was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan and he attended Saginaw Township Schools. He was born on December 1, 1998 in Saginaw, Michigan to Linda (Curry) Brittain, Jr. and Brian Wyatt, Sr. Brian loved all sports, especially the City...

Willie B. Johnson,  Jr. (Lansing)

Willie B. Johnson, Jr. (Lansing)

January 13, 2017

Willie B. Pickett Johnson, Jr. passed away Friday, January 13, 2017 at McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 71 years. He was born May 8, 1945 to Willie and Maude (Ellerson) Johnson in Mobile, Alabama. Willie B. retired from General Motors (Fisher Body) with over 30 years of service. He loved his family and spending time with them....

Margaret Carter

Margaret Carter

January 12, 2017

Funeral Service: Saturday, January 21, 2017 - 10:30 a.m. Christ Fellowship Baptist Church 818 North Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-1330 Officiating: Pastor Robert Davis, Jr. Interment: Forest Lawn Cemetery

Gerald Mader

Gerald Mader

January 12, 2017

Gerald William Mader (Jerry) passed away peacefully Thursday, January 12, 2017 at his residence. Age 70 years. He was born in Bay City, Michigan on June 16, 1946 to the late George Vincent and Florence (Galeski) Mader. Gerald was employed by Thompson Boat, the Saginaw Fairgrounds and Saginaw Diesel Truck Sales. Gerald is survived by three daughters, one son, and...

Charlene Taylor

Charlene Taylor

January 11, 2017

Visitation: Friday, January 20, 2017 - 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Messiah Missionary Baptist Church 2615 Williamson Road Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989) 777-2636 Family Hour: Friday, January 20, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Messiah Missionary Baptist Church 2615 Williamson Road Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989) 777-2636 Funeral Service: Saturday, January 21, 2017 - 11:00 a.m. Messiah Missionary Baptist Church...

Joyce General

Joyce General

January 11, 2017

Visitation: Wednesday, January 18, 2017 - 9:00 a.m. until time of service Candlelight Baptist Church 3305 Ruckle Street Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-1322

Ollie Lee Blair,  Jr.

Ollie Lee Blair, Jr.

January 8, 2017

Visitation: Monday, January 16, 2017 - 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-4826

Flora Weston

Flora Weston

January 5, 2017

Visitation: Saturday, January 14, 2017 - 9:00 a.m. until time of service Christ Deliverance Center 5584 Dixie Hwy Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)777-0041

Douglas J Brown 'Doug'

Douglas J Brown 'Doug'

January 4, 2017

Douglas J. Brown Doug passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at Faith Regional Health Center of Norfolk, Nebraska. Age 64 years. He was born on July 20, 1952 in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of McKinnely and Helen (George) Brown. Douglas was raised in Saginaw and graduated from high school. He worked as a certified mechanic at the former General Motors...

Troy Lewis

Troy Lewis

January 4, 2017

Mr. Troy Thomas Lewis passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at Heartland Health Care Center. Age 68 years. He was born on February 14, 1948 in Saginaw, Michigan to Richard Sr. and Lenora Lewis. Troy attended Saginaw Public Schools and was a graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of 1968. His hobbies were fishing and bike riding, but most...

Thomas Gilyard

Thomas Gilyard

January 3, 2017

Thursday, January 12, 2017 - 9:00 a.m. until time of service Thursday, January 12, 2017 - 10:30 a.m. Thursday, January 12, 2017 - 11:00 a.m. Pastor Miles Franklin, Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Forest Lawn Cemetery

Steven Mccoy (East Lansing)

Steven Mccoy (East Lansing)

January 1, 2017

Family will be present from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Angie V. Addison

Angie V. Addison

January 1, 2017

Friday, January 13, 2017 - 3:00 p.m. Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-4826 L. C. Addison, Jr.