Obituaries

Bernice Elizabeth Mccarver (Lansing)

Bernice Elizabeth Mccarver (Lansing)

June 16, 2015

Bernice Elizabeth (Holman) McCarver was born June 12, 1920 to Harry and Hazel Holman in Fort Wayne, Indiana and left her pain behind on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 16, 2015. On June 16, 1940 she married Leon McCarver who moved her to Detroit to start a life there. To their union were seven children. Always a hard worker, she...

Efua Hayford

Efua Hayford

June 15, 2015

Ms. Efua Denise Hayford peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on Monday, June 15, 2015 at the age of 33 years. She was born November 20, 1981 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to Faye E. and Ekow Olu Hayford. Efua was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She was a member of Emmanuel Church of Deliverance under the leadership of Pastor Provis Carter. Efua...

Mattie Bond

Mattie Bond

June 15, 2015

Ms. Mattie M. Bond departed this earthly life for her place in the Kingdom of Heaven on Monday, June 15, 2015. Age 70 years. She was born September 13, 1944 in Jackson, Tennessee the daughter of Ben and Emma Jane Ingram. Mattie relocated to Saginaw, Michigan in March 1971. After graduating high school, she furthered her education by attending Saginaw...

Eddie James Iii (Lansing)

Eddie James Iii (Lansing)

June 15, 2015

On June 15, 2015, Eddie James III, affectionately known as Bam or Big Ed was called to his Heavenly Fathers kingdom. Eddie resided in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan until the time of his home going where he spent his final days Petoskey, Michigan with his immediate family by his side; his wife, two sons, daughter, sister, mother, aunts, uncle, cousins...

Eveey Webb

Eveey Webb

June 14, 2015

On Sunday, June 14, 2015 Mr. Eveey Webb answered the Lords call and entered the kingdom of Heaven at the age of 73 years. He was born October 28, 1941 in Sherrill, Arkansas, the son of Griffen and Carrie Webb. Eveey relocated to Saginaw, Michigan in 1955. He was a graduate of Saginaw High School. Eveey retired from Saginaw Malleable...

Ruby Gary

Ruby Gary

June 13, 2015

Saturday, June 13, 2015 Ms. Ruby L. Gary peacefully made her transition to eternal rest. She was born September 21, 1928 in Rosedale, Mississippi to Abe Holden and Annie Hall. After relocating to Saginaw, Michigan at an early age, Ruby attended Saginaw Public Schools. She was a member of World Outreach Campus under the leadership of Pastor Hurley J. Coleman...

Paul (Lansing) Snell

Paul (Lansing) Snell

June 12, 2015

Mr. Paul Snell passed away Friday, June 12, 2015 at Eaton Community Palliataive Care in Charlotte, Michigan. Age 59 years. There will be no public viewing. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place.

Lafayette O'Neal

Lafayette O'Neal

June 11, 2015

Mr. Lafayette O'Neal passed away Thursday, June 11, 2015 at his residence. Age 54 Years. Mr. Lafayette O'Neal has been taken to Leak & Sons Funeral Chapel, 7838 South Cottage Grove, Chicago, Illinois 60619 773-846-6567

Larry (Lansing) Williams

Larry (Lansing) Williams

June 11, 2015

Mr. Larry Williams passed away Thursday, June 11, 2015 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 67 years. Memorial Service: Friday, June 19, 2015 - 2:00 p.m. Doors of Healing Church 900 E. Mt. Hope Lansing, MI 48910 Erlene Sudduth, Pasto

Martin Tambunga Ramirez (Lansing)

Martin Tambunga Ramirez (Lansing)

June 9, 2015

Mr. Martin Tambunga Ramirez passed away at his home June 9, 2015. Age 72 years. Memorial Service: Friday, July 17, 2015 - 11:00 a.m. Cristo Rey Church 201 W Miller Rd Lansing, MI 48911 Phone:(517) 394-4639

Lula Butler

Lula Butler

June 8, 2015

Mrs. Lula B. Butler passed away Monday, June 8, 2015 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper at the age of 78 years. She was born July 17, 1936 in Yazoo City, Mississippi to Tommie and Annie Almond. Lula was raised in Yazoo City, Mississippi, and moved to Saginaw, Michigan in 1956 to be with her siblings. She was united in Holy Matrimony to...

Desmond Thomas 'Baby Boy'

Desmond Thomas 'Baby Boy'

June 7, 2015

The Lord looked and said, Come my child, the time is here for you to be at peace. Desmond ONeal Thomas (Baby Boy) passed away Sunday, June 7, 2015 at Tendercare Nursing Home of Frankenmuth, Michigan after a long-term illness. Age 26 years. He was born January 8, 1989 in Saginaw, Michigan to Loretta Thomas and Ronnie Bledson. Desmond attended...

Geraldine Lewis

Geraldine Lewis

June 7, 2015

Mrs. Geraldine Jenkins Lewis departed this earthly life on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at the age of 63 years. She was born June 30, 1951 in Vicksburg, Mississippi to Ella Mae and James White Jenkins Jr. During her elementary and high school years, Geraldine was the perfect student making all A's and Bs. In 1971 she was united in holy...

Antoine Smith

Antoine Smith

June 7, 2015

Very early in his life, Antoine Tony Smith was a blessing for his parents James H. and Donie Smith. He was their youngest son born January 20, 1959. Tony also known as "Papa" by his family and close friends, confessed Christ at an early age and loved the Lord. After attending Saginaw Public Schools, Tony held various positions and later...

Garry D Cunningham (Lansing)

Garry D Cunningham (Lansing)

June 6, 2015

Mr. Garry D. Cunningham passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015 at the Hospice House of Mid Michigan in Lansing, Michigan. Age 62 years. Memorial Service: Saturday, July 18, 2015 - 11:00 a.m. Ellis Tabernacle Original Church of God 1916 Olds Avenue Lansing, MI 48915 Sarah Johnson, Pasto

Minnie Longuemire

Minnie Longuemire

June 5, 2015

On Friday, June 5, 2015 the angels of Heaven descended upon the earth to carry Mrs. Minnie Mae Longuemire home to glory. Age 85 years. She was born November 13, 1929 in Mineral Springs, Arkansas to Clarence and Mary Williams. Minnie married Mr. John Longuemire Sr. on January 29, 1948. Together they enjoyed 59 years of wedded bliss. He preceded...

Matthew Laury 'Matt'

Matthew Laury 'Matt'

June 5, 2015

Mr. Matthew Laury Matt peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on Friday, June 5, 2015 at MagnumCare of Saginaw at the age of 65 years. He was born February 8, 1950 in Itta Bena, Mississippi to Nathan Lee and Jimmie (Tolden) Laury. Matthew was a 1970 graduate of Saginaw High School. He served in the United States Army, receiving an honorable...

Tommie Jean Joyner

Tommie Jean Joyner

June 5, 2015

On Friday, June 5, 2015 the angels of Heaven descended upon the earth to carry Mrs. Tommie Jean Joyner home to Glory. Age 57 years. She was born May 25, 1959 in Memphis, Tennessee to Alice Brown Cathey and Tommy Lee Cathey. Tommie accepted Christ at an early age while attending Peter Rock Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. She was...

William Mcdaniel

William Mcdaniel

June 4, 2015

Mr. William McDaniel Bill departed this earthly life on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at Luther Manor Nursing Home. Age 92 years. He was born December 15, 1922 in Winnsboro, Louisiana to Luella McDonald and William Cork. William proudly joined the United States Army in 1945, faithfully serving as a cook with the 24th Infantry Regiment Technician 5th grade. William excelled...

Baby Milani Jackson

Baby Milani Jackson

June 2, 2015

On Tuesday, June 2, 2015 our Heavenly Father wrapped His loving arms around Baby Milani Kennadi Jackson and welcomed her into the kingdom of Heaven. Age 3 months. She was born February 21, 2015 in Saginaw, Michigan to Levarhyus Jackson and Kenya Campbell. Milani was a very happy baby. She was the attention seeking twin who loved to be held...