Nakia T. Weems "Nikki"
July 28, 2017
Ms. Nakia Ta’Juana Weems "Nikki" passed away on Friday, July 28, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Nakia was born on April 20, 1976 in Saginaw, Michigan to Evangeline Weems. Nakia was a resident of Canton, Michigan. She attended Saginaw Public Schools and was a graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of 1994. She obtained an Associate in Business degree from Great...
Nikia Rayone Martin
July 25, 2017
Ms. Nikia Rayone Martin entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper after a lengthy illness. Age 31 years. Nikia was born on February 21, 1986 in Saginaw, Michigan to Charley ”Billy” and Geneva Martin. Nikia was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, and a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Burt, Michigan. She attended...
Timothy Darnell Surles
July 24, 2017
Mr. Timothy “Tim” Darnell Surles passed away on Monday, July 24, 2017 at his residence. Age 52 years. He was born on August 22, 1964 in Saginaw, Michigan to Lewis and Odessa Miles-Surles. Tim attended Saginaw Public Schools and graduated from Saginaw High School in 1982. He accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour at an early age while attending...
Reverend Oliver J. Quarles, Jr.
July 24, 2017
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Reverend Oliver J. Quarles, Jr., affectionally called “Little Jim,” gained his wings and went home to be with our Heavenly Father at the age of 86 years. He was born on June 18, 1931 in Panola, Alabama to Oliver and Lillie (Halsell) Quarles. As a young child, Jim attended St. John’s Baptist...
Jorge De La Fuente Iii (Lansing)
July 23, 2017
Mr. Jorge De La Fuente III passed away Sunday, July 23, 2017 in Lansing, Michigan. Age 33 years. We invite friends, family and acquaintances of Jorge De La Fuente to join his parents and family as they mourn his passing and celebrate his life. They invite you to gather with us this Friday, July 28th 2017! Please share with all...
Katrina Perkins (Lansing)
July 22, 2017
Ms. Katrina Denise Perkins passed away Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 63 years. She was born May 19, 1954 to Lillie Randle-Perkins and Albert Lee Perkins in Leland, Mississippi. She was the last child born to this union. Katrina graduated from Lansing Sexton High School and attended Davenport University where she received her associate...
Madelyn Walker (Lansing)
July 21, 2017
Ms. Madelyn S. Walker passed away Friday, July 21, 2017 at Hebrew Home of Greater Washington. Age 67 years. She was born December 12, 1949 to Earl Virtee and Ruth Hager Walker in Richmond, Indiana. Madelyn matriculated through Richmond Community Schools and graduated from Richmond High School in 1968. Shortly after graduation, Madelyn married Gerald Williams and to this union...
Archia Marie Allen
July 21, 2017
Ms. Archia Marie Allen passed away Friday, July 21, 2017 at her residence. Age 70 years. She was born September 11, 1946 in Saginaw, Michigan to Demona Jackson and Archie Quisenberry. Archia attended Saginaw Public Schools and united with All Nations Prayer Tower COGIC under the leadership of Supt. Louis Bishop. She was employed as an LPN at St. Mary’s...
Rudy "Chuco" Reynero (Lansing)
July 20, 2017
Rudy L. Reynero, known as “Chuco” passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 56 years. He was born April 16, 1961 to Jessie Martinez and Juanita Reynero in Brownfield, Texas. Rudy grew up in Stanton, Michigan. He lived his adult life in Lansing, Michigan. Rudy enjoyed spending time with his children and grandkids. He...
Willie "Bo" Anderson Iii (Lansing)
July 19, 2017
Willie “Bo” Clarence Anderson III was born April 4, 1961 in Hartford, Alabama to the Rev. Willie Clarence Anderson II and Ivy Anderson. Willie was raised in Hartford, Alabama, but later in life he moved to Lansing, Michigan to be close to family. He obtained employment at the Radisson Hotel and worked there for several years. Willie also rededicated his...
Herman "Frank" Mcelwee, Jr. (Lansing)
July 18, 2017
Herman McElwee Jr. was born September 26, 1949 in Grand Rapids Michigan to the union of Herman Sr and Helen McElwee. Family and friends may know Herman as Frank. Frank dedicated his life to family and working. He attended South High School where he met Essie Lee Daniel(Pat) his high school sweetheart who coincidently shared the same birthdate. Due to...
Willie Isaac Powell
July 18, 2017
Mr. Willie Isaac Powell, age 66, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 in Tempe, Arizona. He was born November 27, 1950 in Sumpter, South Carolina, to Emma and James Powell, Jr. Willie was a veteran, having served with the United States Marine Corps. Mr. Powell was a retiree from General Motors after 33...
Ira "Bay Bro" Weathers, Jr.
July 18, 2017
Mr. Ira “Bay Bro” Weathers, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare Harrison. Age 62 years. He was born October 21, 1954 in Saginaw, Michigan to Ira, Sr. and Marie Weathers. Bay Bro attended Saginaw Public Schools and graduated from Saginaw High School in 1972. He accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour at an early...
Mrs. Metasha Lefaye Harvey
July 18, 2017
Mrs. Metasha LeFaye Scroggins-Harvey passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at her residence. Age 42 Years. She was born June 26, 1975 in Saginaw, Michigan to Delphine Grays and Lawrence Scroggins. Metasha grew up in the Saginaw area accepting Christ as Savior at an early age. She was a very caring person who loved reading her Bible. She demonstrated...
Baby Maximus Giovanni Dennis
July 17, 2017
Baby Maximus “Max” Giovanni Dennis was born on July 5, 2017, the loving son of Shakiel Franklin and Gary Dennis. Max earned his wings on Monday, July 17, 2017 at Henry Ford Hospital. Although Max’s 12 days with us were short, his energy and vibrant spirit will never be forgotten. Baby “Max” Dennis leaves to cherish his memory, his loving...
Elaine Carter
July 16, 2017
Ms. Elaine Dorothea Carter passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at the Toni and Trish House in Auburn, Michigan. Age 65 Years. She was born September 15, 1951 in Everett, Massachusetts to Irene Delaney-Benoit and Bernard Benoit. Elaine came to Saginaw, Michigan during her teen years attending Saginaw Public Schools and St. Joseph Catholic Church under the leadership of...
Diana Gomez (Lansing)
July 13, 2017
Diana Maria (Herrera) Gomez passed away July 13, 2017 in Lansing, Michigan. Age 47 years. She was born October 1, 1969 to Jose and Diana Herrera in Lansing, Michigan. Diana attended Eastern High School in Lansing. She was employed by Meijer Warehouse for 20 years. Diana had the biggest heart and always had a smile on her face. Her family...
Kenya "Ken" Demon Sanders
July 13, 2017
On July 13, 2017 God called his child on to Glory. Kenya took on his wings and flew home to be with God. Ken was born on September 6, 1974 to Yvonne Sanders and Lavalle Williams, Sr. Ken attended Saginaw Public Schools, and later, what we now know as his greatest accomplishment, went on to receive his barbering license. Ken...
Trevon Mcduffy (Lansing)
July 11, 2017
Trevon Rashad McDuffy passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2017 in Lansing, Michigan. Age 22 years. He was born December 24, 1994 to Henry and Tammie McDuffy in Detroit, Michigan. Trevon “Tre” attended Everett High School in Lansing, Michigan where he was known for his athletic expertise in football and basketball. When it came to basketball, Tre would always say, “I’m...
Elnora Jackson
July 9, 2017
Ms. Elnora Jackson passed away on July 9, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 93 years. She was born on April 25, 1924 in Keo, Arkansas to Thomas and Cora Lee Dilworth. Elnora and Porter Sims were married in March of 1943 in Little Rock, Arkansas. To their union, two sons, Samuel and Norvell, and one daughter, June Dester Sims, were...
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