Obituaries

Terrence Sheppard

Terrence Sheppard

September 25, 2024

Terrence Jamar Sheppard passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in Saginaw Michigan at the age of 37. He was born on April 4, 1987, in Saginaw Michigan to Regina S. Sheppard and Earl L. Thomas, Jr. 

Terrence attended Saginaw Public Schools, always was on the Honor and Merit Roll, he loved to draw, and his favorite color was blue. He...

Joseph Scott, Sr.

Joseph Scott, Sr.

September 23, 2024

Mr. Joseph Scott, Sr. passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. Age 71 years. He was born September 19, 1953, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Wilton and Martha Scott.

Joseph had been a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, before relocating to Texas. In Saginaw, he attended Harris Temple Church of God in Christ. Joseph played football at Buena Vista "BV"...

Brian Tyrone Weems

Brian Tyrone Weems

September 21, 2024

Brian Tyrone Weems, age 64 passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at his home. He was born on December 15, 1959, in Saginaw, Michigan to Robert “Big Rob” Weems and Evelyn “Big E” Weems. Brian was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, MI.  

Brian was a devoted partner and avid sports fan. He lived life to the fullest through...

Robert Earl "Blue" Jones  (Lansing)

Robert Earl "Blue" Jones (Lansing)

September 20, 2024

Mr. Robert Earl Jones, who affectionally went by “Blue”, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024, at Dimondale Nursing Center in Dimondale, Michigan at the age of 60 years old. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama, the son of Barbara Ann Jones and Robert Watts on Friday, July 3, 1964.

Blue was a resident of Lansing, Michigan since 1989. He was a...

Rayvonda Garrett

Rayvonda Garrett

September 19, 2024

Ms. Rayvonda Norshell Garrett our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and cousin went home to be with the Lord on September 19, 2024, age 53 years. Rayvonda was born October 28, 1970, to  Walter and Mary Garrett.

Ray Ray (as she was affectionately known) was a homebody who enjoyed playing many phone games. She also enjoyed playing Pokeno with her family, spending time...

Mary Ann Lee (Lansing)

Mary Ann Lee (Lansing)

September 18, 2024

Mary Ann Lee transitioned peacefully in her sleep to be with her LORD and Savior on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at the tender age of 71 years old. Mary Ann was born on Monday, January 5, 1953, to parents Aaron Scott and Willie Mae Jackson in Greenville, Mississippi. 

 Mary Ann accepted Jesus Christ as her personal savior as a young adult...

Romel Keyon Montgomery

Romel Keyon Montgomery

September 16, 2024

Mr. Romel Montgomery passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024, at Covenant HealthCare, Cooper. Age 29 years.

 

Leonard Henderson

Leonard Henderson

September 16, 2024

Mr. Leonard Henderson passed away Monday, September 16, 2024 at MediLodge of Cass City.  Age 71 years.

Clarence Joyner

Clarence Joyner

September 14, 2024

Our beloved father Clarence Joyner, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 14, 2024. He was born to Elizabeth and Elton Joyner, Sr. on Monday, March 22, 1948, in Memphis, Tennessee.

Our dad accepted Christ at an early age and attended Cane Creek Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. He was employed at St. Patrick’s Cemetery before...

Annie Arnold "Aunt Annie"

Annie Arnold "Aunt Annie"

September 12, 2024

Ms. Annie Arnold was born on May 19, 1929, in Oakland, Tennessee, to Charley and Savannah Jones. She was raised by her mother and her stepfather, Louis Ivy Sr. Annie went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the blessed age of 95 years.

Annie, known as “Aunt Annie” by family and friends, was educated in...

Henry Ford

Henry Ford

September 10, 2024

Mr. Henry John Ford passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw. Age 38 years. He was born in Saginaw Michigan on July 19, 1986, to Mary Lou Betzold and Henry Ford Sr. 

Henry lived in the Tri-City area all of his life but spent most of his life in Saginaw, Michigan. He attended Saginaw High School and...

Grace Voltz

Grace Voltz

September 10, 2024

Ms. Grace Marie Voltz passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Covenant Healthcare Harrison. Age 78 years. She was born December 11, 1945, in Gallion, Alabama, the 3rd child of John Henry and Susie Mae Williams Hughes.

Grace was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, having relocated from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, in 1966. She was a graduate of Boteler High School. Grace accepted...

Jane-Anne Alissa-Kristin Leonard (Lansing)

Jane-Anne Alissa-Kristin Leonard (Lansing)

September 8, 2024

Mrs. Jane-Anne Alissa-Kristin Leonard passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024, at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 58 years.

Pabi Magar (Lansing)

Pabi Magar (Lansing)

September 8, 2024

Mrs. Pabi Magar passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024, in East Lansing, Michigan. Age 57 years.

Brenda Ann Caldwell

Brenda Ann Caldwell

September 8, 2024

A beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Aunt, Niece, Cousin, and Friend, Brenda Ann Caldwell, passed away on September 8, 2024, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 67 years. She was born October 24, 1956, in Saginaw, Michigan to Olarvean and Albert Caldwell.

Growing up, Brenda spent most of her time with her siblings. She was the second youngest but had a big personality...

Jimmie Lee Holliday III

Jimmie Lee Holliday III

September 7, 2024

Jimmie Lee Holliday, III, age 82, of Saginaw, Michigan passed away peacefully on September 7, 2024. Born on January 14, 1942, in Aberdeen, Mississippi, to Jimmie Lee Holliday II and Lillie Mae (McMillan) Holliday, he was the sixth of eleven children. Jimmie was a cherished husband, father, uncle, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed.

Jimmie moved...

Eddie Young

Eddie Young

September 7, 2024

Mr. Eddie Young passed away on Saturday September 7, 2024, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 71 years.

Willia Dickens (Lansing)

Willia Dickens (Lansing)

September 6, 2024

Mrs. Willia Elizabeth Dickens ascended to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 6, 2024, at the age of 95 years old. She was born on Sunday, June 16, 1929, to parents, Willie Hall and Ellen C. Hall, in Uniontown, Alabama. 

Willia attended Perry County Public School in Uniontown. She graduated from Alabama State College in 1957, with a...

Julia Townsend Jones Scruggs (Lansing)

Julia Townsend Jones Scruggs (Lansing)

September 6, 2024

Mrs. Julia Mae Townsend Jones Scruggs, 77, was born in Indianola, Mississippi on January 17, 1947. Julia was the first of eleven children born to William Sr. and Anna Townsend. Julia made her heavenly transition on September 6, 2024, surrounded by her son, siblings, and family members.

Julia was educated through the Lansing Public Schools. She graduated in 1965 from J....

LeOra PolLe Davenport (Lansing)

LeOra PolLe Davenport (Lansing)

September 6, 2024

LeOra "PolLe" Davenport's life came to a close on Friday, September 6, 2024, at the age of 80 years old. She was born on Thursday, October 7, 1943, in Oceola, Arkansas to Elnora and A.W. Norris. She relocated to Lansing, Michigan with her husband, Howard Davenport, Sr., where four children were born to this union. They later adopted two daughters.As a...