Obituaries

James Barnett

James Barnett

June 12, 2012

Mr. James Barnett Jr. passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at his residence. Age 84 years. He was born January 22, 1928 in Rison, Arkansas to James Sr. and Hattie Barnett. James was a graduate of Pine Bluff High School in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He retired from Grey Iron...

James R Watson

James R Watson

June 9, 2012

Mr. James Reese Watson, our beloved husband, father, brother and uncle moved from his earthly home to his heavenly home on Saturday June 9th 2012 at Covenant Healthcare - Cooper. Age of 87 years. He was surrounded by his family who loved him dearly. James was born April 30,1925 in Meridian, Mississippi, son of Edd Watson and Reaner Watson. On...

James R Watson

James R Watson

June 9, 2012

Mr. James Reese Watson, our beloved husband, father, brother and uncle moved from his earthly home to his heavenly home on Saturday June 9th 2012 at Covenant Healthcare - Cooper. Age of 87 years. He was surrounded by his family who loved him dearly. James was born April 30,1925 in Meridian, Mississippi, son of Edd Watson and Reaner Watson. On...

Kenneth H Frierson

Kenneth H Frierson

June 8, 2012

Our beloved father and grandfather went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 8, 2012 at the Saginaw Senior Care and Rehabilitation Center. Age 74 years. Kenneth H. Frierson was born February 6, 1938 in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee the son of Mary and Harry Frierson Sr. He was the youngest son of eight children in this loving family....

Kenneth H Frierson Sr.

Kenneth H Frierson Sr.

June 8, 2012

Our beloved father and grandfather went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 8, 2012 at the Saginaw Senior Care and Rehabilitation Center. Age 74 years. Kenneth H. Frierson was born February 6, 1938 in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee the son of Mary and Harry Frierson Sr. He was the youngest son of eight children in this loving family....

Tamaris V Steward

Tamaris V Steward

June 7, 2012

Tamaris Vernell Steward Jr. or TJ as he was referred to by many was born on April 25, 2000 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper in Saginaw, Michigan. TJ enjoyed playing various sports, but his favorites were basketball and football. He loved playing video games and had a deep affection for his lifelong idol, pop star Michael Jackson. TJ was an active member...

Elizabeth Harrold-Miles

Elizabeth Harrold-Miles

June 7, 2012

Elizabeth Harrold- Miles passed away Thursday, June 7, 2012 at Saginaw Geriatrics Home. Age 64 years. She was born November 3, 1947 in Greenville, Mississippi to Samuel Sr. and Cecelia Harrold. Liz retired from AT & T. She was a member of Victorious Believers Ministries where she served faithfully until her health failed her. She loved reading her Bible and...

Elizabeth Harrold- Miles

Elizabeth Harrold- Miles

June 7, 2012

Elizabeth Harrold- Miles passed away Thursday, June 7, 2012 at Saginaw Geriatrics Home. Age 64 years. She was born November 3, 1947 in Greenville, Mississippi to Samuel Sr. and Cecelia Harrold. Liz retired from AT & T. She was a member of Victorious Believers Ministries where she served faithfully until her health failed her. She loved reading her Bible and...

Tamaris Vernell Steward Jr.

Tamaris Vernell Steward Jr.

June 7, 2012

Tamaris Vernell Steward Jr. or TJ as he was referred to by many was born on April 25, 2000 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper in Saginaw, Michigan. TJ enjoyed playing various sports, but his favorites were basketball and football. He loved playing video games and had a deep affection for his lifelong idol, pop star Michael Jackson. TJ was an active member...

James E Woodson

James E Woodson

June 6, 2012

James E. Woodson passed away Thursday, June 21, 2012 at St. Marys of Michigan Medical Center. Age 85 years. He was born December 15, 1926 in Blytheville, Arkansas to Sadie Mae Whiting. Mr. Woodson has lived in Saginaw, Michigan for most of his adult life. He left school in the 11th grade to join the United States Army. After serving...

Willmo Barbee

Willmo Barbee

June 6, 2012

Willmo Barbee Jr. transitioned to his heavenly mansion on Tuesday, June 7, 2012 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 61 years. He was born April 11, 1951 in Flint, Michigan to Willie and Pearlie Barbee. Willmo moved to Saginaw, Michigan in January 2012 after residing in Memphis, Tennessee for the past 10 years. Leaving to cherish his memory one sister, Rita (J...

Wilmo Barbee

Wilmo Barbee

June 6, 2012

Willmo Barbee Jr. transitioned to his heavenly mansion on Tuesday, June 7, 2012 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 61 years. He was born April 11, 1951 in Flint, Michigan to Willie and Pearlie Barbee. Willmo moved to Saginaw, Michigan in January 2012 after residing in Memphis, Tennessee for the past 10 years. Leaving to cherish his memory one sister, Rita (J...

Shirley Demery

Shirley Demery

June 3, 2012

Shirley Demery our beloved mother, sister and aunt went on to be with the Lord Sunday, June 3, 2012 at University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Age 63 years. Shirley was born January 31, 1949 in Saginaw, Michigan to Richard Sr. and Lenora Lewis. Shirley was formerly employed by Saginaw Mental Health Department. She was a member...

Shirley Demery

Shirley Demery

June 3, 2012

Shirley Demery our beloved mother, sister and aunt went on to be with the Lord Sunday, June 3, 2012 at University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Age 63 years. Shirley was born January 31, 1949 in Saginaw, Michigan to Richard Sr. and Lenora Lewis. Shirley was formerly employed by Saginaw Mental Health Department. She was a member...

Debra Lynn Steward

Debra Lynn Steward

June 1, 2012

"There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in our hearts." Beloved mother, sister, aunt, companion and friend, Debra Lynn Steward passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 1, 2012 at St. Mary's of Michigan Medical Center. Age 55 years. Debra was born June 14, 1956 in Saginaw, Michigan to Duane Harmon and Clementine Lawrence. She was...

Joann Washington

Joann Washington

May 28, 2012

Our beloved daughter, sister, mother and grandmother departed this life on Monday, May 28, 2012 at James E. Cartwright Care Center. Age 65 years. JoAnn Washington was born May 19, 1947 in Saginaw, Michigan to Bernice Morris and James Washington. She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Demruse (Williams) Phillips; one grandson, Damarcus Phillips; one sister, Vercie (Cleveland) Burks;...

Rahsaan Williams

Rahsaan Williams

May 28, 2012

Our beloved father, brother, nephew and cousin made his transition to his Heavenly Father on Monday, May 28, 2012. Rahsaan Germaine Williams was born February 27, 1973 in Saginaw, Michigan to Clara Mae Williams and Sylvester Brown. Rahsaan accepted Christ under the leadership of Pastor Ronnie Bryant Sr. He enjoyed basketball and football. He was loved by everyone he met...

Berda Maria (Barnett) Perez

Berda Maria (Barnett) Perez

May 26, 2012

Berda Maria (Barnett) Perez passed away Saturday, May 26, 2012 at Heartland Hospice. Age 74 years. She was born May 30, 1937 in Weatherford, Oklahoma to Clayton Barnett and Walsa Evelina Reves. She loved to cook and spend time with her family and friends. She was a loving, caring, and giving person to all whom new her. Berda leaves to...

Harold Doss

Harold Doss

May 21, 2012

Mr. Harold Jerome Doss, beloved husband, father, brother and friend went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday, May 21, 2012. Age 55 years. He was born October 28, 1956 in Baltimore, Maryland to Amos and Virginia Doss. Harold was a 1975 graduate of Saginaw High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp. He...

Melvin Carter

Melvin Carter

May 19, 2012

Melvin Carter made his heavenly transition into glory on Saturday, May 19, 2012 from Covenant Healthcare Cooper. Age 70 years. He was born November 20, 1941 in Abanda, Alabama to Henry and Katie Belle Carter. Melvin retired with 30 years of service from General Motors Powertrain in 1992 and was a member of UAW Local 668. He was a faithful...