Obituaries

James Leroy 'Bell' Grimmett

James Leroy 'Bell' Grimmett

November 1, 2016

Saturday, November 12, 2016 - 1:00 p.m. Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-4826 Officiating: Pastor Christopher Wathen - New Beginnings Apostolic Church

Gary Vance Davis,  Sr.

Gary Vance Davis, Sr.

October 31, 2016

Gary Vance Davis, Sr. departed this earth on Monday, October 31, 2016, at Masonic Pathways in Alma, Michigan at the age of 52 years. He was born on March 15, 1964 in Saginaw, Michigan to Carolyn (McHenry) and Lamar G. Davis. Gary was the second oldest of five (5) children. He accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour at an...

Rosie Ann Brantley

Rosie Ann Brantley

October 30, 2016

Thursday, November 10, 2016 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-4826 : Thursday, November 10, 2016 - 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 11, 2016 - 11:00 a.m. Pastor Eddie Brown, Love Center Church of God in Christ Roselawn Memorial Gardens

Enedina (Lansing) Angel

Enedina (Lansing) Angel

October 30, 2016

Ms. Enedina Angel, affectionately known as Dina passed away Sunday, October 30, 2016 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 52 years. She was born February 28, 1964 in CD. Juarez Chihuahua, MX to Francisco and Manuela Angel. Dina graduated from Eastern High School in Lansing, Michigan. She worked at Sparrow Hospital and East Lansing Public Schools. Dina met Mario...

Marcus (Lansing) Osby

Marcus (Lansing) Osby

October 27, 2016

Our beloved Marcus Jamal Osby, Sr. passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2016. Age 28. He was planted on earth, Sunday, January 24, 1988 in Lansing, Michigan; the son of Jeannette Childs and Regginald Osby. Marcus, since the day he was born, was advanced and did everything earlier than most children, such as learning to walk and talk. Our lives...

Latoy (Lansing) Tate

Latoy (Lansing) Tate

October 27, 2016

LaToy MeaShea Tate passed away Thursday, October 27, 2016 at home in Lansing, Michigan. Age 29 years. She was born July 1, 1987 to Ardene Jackson. LaToy enjoyed cheerleading. She was a cheerleader for both Walter French Junior High School and the Southside Panthers. She attended Potterville High School and graduated with honors. LaToy earned a degree in nursing at...

Sheila Garcia

Sheila Garcia

October 23, 2016

Sunday, October 30, 2016 - 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-4826 Monday, October 31, 2016 - 11:00 a.m.

David (Lansing) Sprague

David (Lansing) Sprague

October 23, 2016

David Sprague passed away Sunday, October 23, 2016 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 34 years. He was born April 17, 1982 in Lansing, Michigan the son of Ruby Rennee Edsall and David Sprague. David lived in Lansing all his life. He loved the outdoors, swimming, camping and bike riding. He loved working with his hands so much, he...

Doretha (Lansing) Akins

Doretha (Lansing) Akins

October 21, 2016

Doretha Akins , age 92, peacefully made her transition to her heavenly home, October 21, 2016. She was born April 6, 1924 to John Fidline and Reno Holbrook in Trap Hill, North Carolina. Doretha enjoyed her childhood years in rural North Carolina. As a young woman, she moved with her sister, Nina, to Chicago. There she met and married Henry...

Jibreel D. Goins (Lansing)

Jibreel D. Goins (Lansing)

October 20, 2016

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Friday, October 28, 2016 Paradise Funeral Chapel & Arrangement Services 1107 East Miller Road Lansing, Michigan 48911 9:30 AM, Saturday, October 29, 2016 Abundant Grace Faith Church 5750 South Cedar Street Lansing, Michigan 48910 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 29, 2016 Abundant Grace Faith Church 5750 South Cedar Street Lansing, Michigan 48910

Malvin  Sr. (Lansing) Young

Malvin Sr. (Lansing) Young

October 20, 2016

Malvin James Young, Sr., age 66 passed away on Thursday, October 20, 2016. He was born March 21, 1950 in Bradley, Arkansas to Joe Bass and Sarah Harris. Malvin graduated from Bradley Arkansas High School in 1967. Soon after graduating he relocated with Mama Pearl, his sister, Lessie B. and brother Pete to Lake Los Angeles, California. There he met...

Johnnie L. Gilmore

Johnnie L. Gilmore

October 18, 2016

Tuesday, October 25, 2016 - 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-4826

Harry Allen

Harry Allen

October 17, 2016

Funeral Service: Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 11:00 a.m. Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-4826 Officiating: Pastor David Howard, Holy Mission Ministries Church of God in Christ

Carole (Lansing) Woods

Carole (Lansing) Woods

October 17, 2016

The Lord presented Carole Evangeline (Cooper) Woods as the only child to Francelia Cooper and Joseph McLewis on May 9, 1938 in Lansing, Michigan and she transitioned to Heaven on October 17, 2016. As a young girl she accepted Christ in to her life at West Lansing Church of God and served Him throughout her life. She attended Lansing Schools....

Michael Anthony Tijerina

Michael Anthony Tijerina

October 15, 2016

Michael Anthony Tijerina passed away suddenly Saturday, October 15, 2016 at age 14 years. He was born July 5, 2002 in Saginaw, Michigan to Kimberly Tijerina and Ralph Gonzales. Michael attended Carrollton High School as a freshman. He attended Holy Family Catholic Church. He enjoyed playing trumpet as a band member, playing baseball, and soccer, his favorite sport. Michael loved...

Debra (Lansing) Burke

Debra (Lansing) Burke

October 15, 2016

Debra Ann Smith Burke passed away Saturday, October 15, 2016 at her residence in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 53. She was born May 12, 1963 to James Hayes and Annie R. DeBerry in Madison County, Humbolt, Tennessee. Debra moved to Lansing, Michigan from Humbolt, Tennessee as a child where she attended Everett Elementary School, Walter French Middle School...

Jose (Lansing) Perez

Jose (Lansing) Perez

October 15, 2016

Jose Perez passed away October 15, 2016 at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 84 years. He was born March 26, 1932 to Tomas and Consuelo Perez in Brownsville, Texas. Jose Perez has been a resident of Lansing, Michigan for 28 years. He attended Nueva Vida (New Life) Hispanic Church. Jose has had a wide variety of employment with the...

Felix Noel

Felix Noel

October 14, 2016

Monday, October 24, 2016 - 10:00 a.m. until time of service Paradise Funeral Chapel 3100 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989)754-4826 Monday, October 24, 2016 - 11:30 a.m. Great Lakes National Cemetery - 4200 Belford Rd., Holly, Michigan

Jontoya Smith

Jontoya Smith

October 13, 2016

A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date.

Carolyn (Lansing) Jones-Mitchell

Carolyn (Lansing) Jones-Mitchell

October 13, 2016

A little brown baby girl with sparkling eyes was born on December 17, 1962 in Albion, Michigan. Carolyn Marie Jones was born to Charlie Joe and Elma Marie Jones. She was the fifth child born to this union. She was lovingly accepted by three sisters and one brother. She accepted Christ as her personal savior while a young girl and...