Obituaries

Stanley D. Banks

Stanley D. Banks

October 5, 2015

Mr. Stanley Banks passed away peacefully on Monday, October 5, 2015 at the age of 55 years. He was born October 16, 1959 in Saginaw, Michigan to James Sr. and Luberta Banks. Stanley was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He was a graduate of Delta College, receiving a degree in Philosophy. He also received a degree in Welding from...

Julia Anderson

Julia Anderson

October 5, 2015

Ms. Julia C. Anderson passed away Monday, October 5, 2015 at Covenant Healthcare-Harrison. Age 63 years. She was born March 11, 1952 in Saginaw, Michigan to James and Bessie Anderson. Julia attended Saginaw Public Schools and was a graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of 1970. She was a member of Harris Memorial Church of God in Christ under leadership...

Lucille Carson (Lansing)

Lucille Carson (Lansing)

October 5, 2015

Ms. Lucille B. Carson peacefully made her transition on Monday, October 5, 2015 at the age of 78 years. She was born in Yazoo City, Mississippi on September 4, 1937 to the late Charles and Minnie Cosey Carson. Lucille was the youngest of sixteen children. Lucille confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Mt. Zion Baptist...

Desiree Coleman

Desiree Coleman

October 4, 2015

Ms. Desiree (Archer) Coleman passed away Sunday, October 4, 2015 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 52 years. She was born April 18, 1963 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Clarence Whiting and Annie Ruth Archer. Desiree lived in Saginaw, Michigan, and most recently resided in Lansing, Michigan. She was a long-term member of Victory Temple Church of God in Christ...

Tommy Lee Williams (Lansing)

Tommy Lee Williams (Lansing)

October 4, 2015

Mr. Tommy Lee Williams Jack peacefully transitioned into eternal life on Sunday, October 4, 2015 in Lansing, Michigan at Sparrow Health System. Age 54 years. He was born on February 2, 1961 in Clarksdale, Mississippi to Sam Tucker Sr. and Mary Lee (Tucker) Wilhite. Tommy was a quick learner. He learned to walk at nine months of age and learned...

Caroline Carthan

Caroline Carthan

October 1, 2015

Our loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother, Mrs. Caroline Carthan departed this earthly life on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at the age of 65 years. She was born May 13, 1950 in Saginaw, Michigan to Corine Toney and Charles Welch. Caroline retired from General Motors Flint Truck and Bus Assembly after several years of service. She was also a member...

Regina Mcclain

Regina Mcclain

September 29, 2015

On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 the angels of Heaven descended upon the earth to carry our beloved Regina Harrison Monroe McClain home to glory. Age 56 years. She was born October 19, 1958 in Saginaw, Michigan to Levi Sr. and Curley Mae Harrison. Regina was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She attended Downes Elementary School, Ricker Jr. High School...

Charlie Williams

Charlie Williams

September 28, 2015

Mr. Charlie Williams passed away Monday, September 28, 2015 at GlenLake Terrace Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Waukegan, Illinois. Age 71 years. He was born July 2, 1944 to Roosevelt and Lessie Williams in Enterprise, Alabama. Charlie was a graduate of Alabama Public Schools. He moved to Saginaw, Michigan in 1962 where he met and married his loving and devoted...

Brandon Patrick Parker (Lansing)

Brandon Patrick Parker (Lansing)

September 25, 2015

On Friday, September 25, 2015, Brandon Patrick Calvin Hilyet Odell Marvio Gregory (Truman) Parker, passed away at the age of 34 in Lansing, Michigan. He was born March 17, 1981 in Anaheim, California, to Dennis (Truman) Parker, Sr. and Anna Diana Parker. Brandon was the youngest of four children. At the age of 11, he received Jesus Christ in his...

Barbara Denise 'Bibbs' Perkins

Barbara Denise 'Bibbs' Perkins

September 25, 2015

Ms. Barbara Denise Bibbs Perkins passed away Friday, September 25, 2015 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 51 years. She was born to Estella Bibbs on June 6, 1964 in Greenwood, Mississippi. Barbara accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour at an early age. She was a member of Truevine Missionary Baptist Church under leadership of Pastor Paul E. Broaddus. She was...

Makiel Swift 'Mikey'

Makiel Swift 'Mikey'

September 25, 2015

On Friday, September 25, 2015 our loving father, son, brother and friend, Mr. Makiel Swift Sr. was called home to receive his wings after 40 blessed years of life. He was born January 21, 1975 in Saginaw, Michigan to Anderson Sr. and Ruth Swift. Makiel, affectionately known as Mikey, attended Houghton Elementary School until his family relocated to Oakland, California....

Patti Ann Vogel (Lansing)

Patti Ann Vogel (Lansing)

September 24, 2015

Patti Vogel of Holt Michigan passed away September 24th, 2015 at the age of 52 years after battling cancer for over 3 years. Patti was born in Bay City Michigan, lived in Lansing Michigan during her early school years and then graduated from high school from Eaton Rapids High School. Patti was a graduate from Michigan State University with a...

Mansel  Sr. 'Bubbie' Reed

Mansel Sr. 'Bubbie' Reed

September 23, 2015

On Wednesday, September 23, 2015 Mr. Mansel Reed Sr. Bubbie peacefully transitioned into eternal rest. Age 70 years. He was born October 18, 1944 in Saginaw, Michigan to Louise and Willie Reed Sr. Mansel was a graduate of Saginaw High School and NRI Automotive. He was employed with Grey Iron Foundry and was a member of UAW Local 668. Mansel...

Teveldia Davis Lyle 'Lady T'

Teveldia Davis Lyle 'Lady T'

September 22, 2015

Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5,6. Our beloved mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, godmother, aunt and friend, TeVeldia Davis Lyle Lady T, went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, September 22, 2015, at 12:59 a.m.,...

Olga (Lansing) Olowolafe

Olga (Lansing) Olowolafe

September 18, 2015

On Friday, September 18, 2015 Ms. Olga Olowolafe gained her Heavenly wings and flew into the arms of Jesus. She was born May 4, 1957 in Chicago, Illinois to Dorothy and Shabazz Muhammad. Olga attended and graduated from South Haven Public Schools. She later received an Associates Degree from Lansing Community College in Business Administration. Olga had been employed by...

Charles Freeman Jr.

Charles Freeman Jr.

September 17, 2015

Mr. Charles Olevers Freeman Jr. passed from this life to eternal rest on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at the age of 61 years. He was born November 14, 1953 in Saginaw, Michigan to Mamie and Charles Olevers Freeman Sr. During his earthly journey, Charles also known as Bo joined Janet Humes in holy matrimony and from this union five kings...

Sharilyn Kay Jordan (Lansing)

Sharilyn Kay Jordan (Lansing)

September 17, 2015

Sharilyn Kay Jordon of Holt, Michigan, passed away Friday, September 18, 2015 at the age of age 57 years. She was born July 14, 1958 in Lansing, Michigan to Darwin and Barbara Jean Colby. Sharilyn attended Waverly High School and Davenport College where she received her Associates Degree in Business Administration. She was employed with Auto Owners but had to...

Earlene Adway

Earlene Adway

September 17, 2015

Mrs. Earlene Adway departed this earthly life on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at the age of 66 years. She was born June 8, 1949 in Sherrill, Arkansas to I.C. Garner and Ruby Walker Smith. Earlene was a longtime resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She was employed with General Motors for over 30 years. Her presence will be missed by all who...

Craig Steven Houston (Lansing)

Craig Steven Houston (Lansing)

September 15, 2015

After a lengthy illness, Mr. Craig Steven Houston peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 15, 2015. Craig was the youngest child born to Jim and Joyce Ann Houston on June 18, 1969 in Lansing, Michigan. He accepted the Lord in his life at an early age. Craig attended school in the Lansing School District. He...

Theodora Mcmullen 'Lady D'

Theodora Mcmullen 'Lady D'

September 14, 2015

Ms. Theodora McMullen Lady D passed away on Monday, September 14, 2015 at the age of 53 years. She was born November 24, 1961 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to Theodore McMullen Jr. and Bertha Windom. Theodora was raised in Saginaw, Michigan and attended school in the Saginaw Public School District. She was a 1989 graduate of Delta College. Theodora confessed Christ...