Obituaries

Dollie Laster

Dollie Laster

November 7, 2015

Mrs. Dollie Ann Laster peacefully transitioned into her Heavenly home on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at the age of 63 years. She was born February 22, 1952 in Glen Allan, Mississippi to Inez Manuel Selvey and Grover Cleveland Selvey. Dollie confessed Christ as her personal Savior and was baptized at an early age. She attended Glen Allan High School in...

James Prescott 'Blue Boy'

James Prescott 'Blue Boy'

November 7, 2015

Mr. James Prescott "Blue Boy" passed away Saturday, November 7, 2015 at his residence. Age 75 years. He was born April 15, 1940 to David and Marie (Belton) Prescott in Sumter, South Carolina. James resided in Saginaw, Michigan where he was a member of Truevine Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Paul E. Broaddus. He was a member...

Terry Gipson

Terry Gipson

November 6, 2015

Mr. Terry Lee Gipson passed away Friday, November 6, 2015 at St. Marys of Michigan Medical Center. Age 31 years. He was born May 27, 1984 in Saginaw, Michigan to Shirley L. Gipson and Terry Lee Brown, Sr. Terry was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan and he attended Saginaw High School. He enjoyed playing cards, dancing and partying with family...

Baby Yvonnie Mallett

Baby Yvonnie Mallett

November 6, 2015

Baby Yvonnie Mallett passed away Friday, November 6, 2015 at Covenant Healthcare. Age 3 weeks. She was born on October 10, 2015 in Saginaw, Michigan to Tyrone Preston Mallett and Lynett RaShonda Williams. Baby Yvonnie loved to eat and she was crazy about her pacifier. She and her dad had a very special bond. Her favorite spot was on her...

Larry Patilla

Larry Patilla

November 4, 2015

Mr. Larry Charles Patilla of Detroit, Michigan entered into eternal peace on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at the age of 60 years. He was born April 27, 1955 in Saginaw, Michigan to Nora Lee Patilla and Jettie Scott. Larry was a 1973 graduate of Saginaw High School. He also attended Saginaw Valley State University. Larry retired from the Michigan Department...

Dameon Alford

Dameon Alford

October 31, 2015

Mr. Dameon Lawayn Alford passed away Saturday, October 31, 2015 at the age of 40 years. He was born on June 20, 1975 in Saginaw, Michigan to Odis Lee Brown and Alice Marie Alford. Dameon attended Saginaw High School where he was a member of the National Honors Society and he also participated in track and football. He furthered his...

Rosalee Bates

Rosalee Bates

October 27, 2015

On Saturday, April 9, 1949 in Saginaw, Michigan a baby girl was born to the late Aaron B. Sr. and Rosa Lee Arthur. While strolling through His flower garden on Tuesday, October 27, 2015, the Lord saw a beautiful blooming flower named Mrs. Rosalee Bates. He said to the Father, she is ready; let us bring this flower home to...

Kristine (Lansing) Benson

Kristine (Lansing) Benson

October 24, 2015

Kristine E. Benson passed away Saturday, October 24, 2015, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 47 years. There will be no private viewing. Cremation has taken place.

Allen Loggins (Lansing)

Allen Loggins (Lansing)

October 21, 2015

Mr. Allen Loggins passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2015, at Dimondale Nursing Care Center in Lansing, Michigan. Age 82 years.

Josephine Mary Moore

Josephine Mary Moore

October 21, 2015

Ms. Josephine Mary Moore gained her Heavenly wings and entered the kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at the age of 96 years. She was born August 26, 1919 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Samuel and Beatrice Young. Josephines parents relocated to Wayne, Pennsylvania when she was a toddler. Jo as she was called by friends and family was...

Howard Lee Bennett,  Jr.

Howard Lee Bennett, Jr.

October 20, 2015

Mr. Howard Lee Bennett, Jr. went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at the age of 66 years. He was born December 12, 1948 in Saginaw, Michigan to Howard Lee and Lucille Bennett. Howard attended Saginaw Public Schools and was a 1967 graduate of Saginaw High School. He retired from Grey Iron Metal Casting...

Linda Foote

Linda Foote

October 19, 2015

Linda Joyce Robbins-Foote was born March 22, 1951 in Saginaw, Michigan to Rev. Alfred Robbins and Jessie Robbins. Linda departed this earthly life to gain eternal life on Sunday, October 19, 2015 at Heartland Healthcare in Bridgeport, Michigan. Linda was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She attended schools in Buena Vista Township and was a graduate of Buena Vista High...

Samuel Judie

Samuel Judie

October 19, 2015

Brother Samuel E. Judie, the youngest of three children, was born August 14, 1965, son of Sherman Benoid Judie and Early Mae Carpenter-Adams in Kansas City, Missouri. Samuel passed away Monday, October 19, 2015 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Age 50 years. Samuel attended elementary school in Wilmington, California. He graduated from Washington High School in Kansas City, Kansas. He received...

Henry Jackson

Henry Jackson

October 19, 2015

Mr. Henry Jackson passed away Monday, October 19, 2015 at Luther Manor Nursing Home. Age 86 years. He was born March 3, 1929 in Sheridan, Arkansas to Mrs. Bertha Dreyer. Mr. Jackson was educated in Grant County, Arkansas. After leaving Arkansas, Henry moved to Chicago, Illinois, later relocating to Saginaw, Michigan. He was a member of St. Luke C.M.E. Church...

Laquavis Cooper

Laquavis Cooper

October 18, 2015

Mr. LaQuavis TreDevon Cooper passed away Sunday, October 18, 2015 at the age of 19 years. He was born July 22, 1996 in Saginaw, Michigan to Laquitia Cooper and William Bibbs. He was a resident of Grand Rapids, Michigan. LaQuavis attended Arthur Hill High School in Saginaw, Michigan. He was employed by NBHX Trim U.S.A. in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He...

John Trice Jr.

John Trice Jr.

October 18, 2015

On Sunday, October 18, 2015 God outstretched His loving arms and welcomed Mr. John Trice Jr. to his Heavenly home. Age 41 years. He was born May 29, 1974 in Saginaw, Michigan. He was the only son of John Trice and Lucile Walker Trice. John attended Saginaw Public Schools and graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1992. He was...

Dwayne Mans (Lansing)

Dwayne Mans (Lansing)

October 16, 2015

Mr. Dwayne Everett Mans transitioned into his Heavenly home on Friday, October 16, 2015 at the age of 55 years. He was born September 15, 1960 in Lansing, Michigan to Alonzo Sr. and Blanche Mans. Dwayne was a lifelong resident of Lansing, Michigan where he graduated from Everett High School in 1978. An avid sports fan, he co-founded S.K.I.L.L.S. (Support...

Robert (Lansing) Whaley

Robert (Lansing) Whaley

October 14, 2015

The Legacy ~ ROBERT EUGENE WHALEY Quiet, Soft Spoken, Calm, Pleasant, Hard Working, Devoted, Honorable, Steadfast, Servant, Son, Brother, Uncle, ETERNAL LOVE, DADDY and Friend.All who had the pleasure of knowing Robert could attest to these words describing him. Among the many things that brought Robert Whaley great joy was foremost his family, gardening, working in the yard, searching Craigs...

Jermie Stacey

Jermie Stacey

October 13, 2015

Mr. Jermie Narvell Stacey departed this earthly life on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at the age of 28 years. It may have been too soon for us but within Gods plan. He was born August 1, 1987 in Saginaw, Michgian to Louise Stacey and James Longstreth. Jermie enjoyed cooking and grilling outside. He loved to travel and enjoy life. Jermie...

Kenny Choyce

Kenny Choyce

October 12, 2015

Mr. Kenny Choyce passed away Monday, October 12, 2015 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 53 years. He was born March 22, 1962 in Saginaw, Michigan to Lawrence Walker and Shirley Choyce. Kenny resided in Saginaw, Michigan. He enjoyed fast cars and watching sports. He loved to laugh and talk to everybody. Kenny was truly the "life of the party". He leaves...