Jesse R. Amos
April 2, 2026
Mr. Jesse Ray Amos, affectionately known as “Jake,” answered the heavenly roll call on April 2, 2026, at the age of 79. He was born on a bright spring day, April 18, 1946, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Jesse was the eighth of twelve children born to Bertha and Isaac Smith.
Jesse attended elementary school in Cotton Valley, Louisiana. He later graduated from...
Mary Ann Burgin
April 1, 2026
Our beloved Mother, Sister, and Grandmother entered eternal rest on April 1, 2026. The sun rose for Mary Ann Burgin on April 27th, 1944, in Columbus, Mississippi, to Charlie and Mary Ann Burgin.
Mary Ann's memories will be forever cherished by her son, Rafael L. Taylor, Sr., her sister, Lucille Davis, and her grandchildren.
Mary Ann was preceded in death by her...
Magline E. Whitley
March 30, 2026
On Monday, March 30, 2026, at the age of 69 years, Magline Evon Whitley peacefully went home to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with a sudden illness. She was born September 5, 1956, in Waco, Texas, to James and Rosezena DeGrate.
In 1971, Magline moved to Saginaw, Michigan, where she attended Central Jr. High School and was a...
Pastor Joe C. Rush, Jr.
March 30, 2026
Pastor Joe Cephus Rush Jr., born on February 27, 1936, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, to Joe Cephus and Alice Rush, peacefully departed this earthly life on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 12:51 a.m.
A man of deep and abiding faith, Pastor Rush accepted Christ into his life at an early age. He was baptized at Mt. Alban Church, under the spiritual leadership...
LeAndre Chapman
March 29, 2026
LeAndre Obie John Chapman,Sr. was born January 16, 1982, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing MI, mother: Gloveta Chapman and father: Leonard Ferguson.
LeAndre was a really happy baby, he kept a smile on his mother’s face. He always used to try to dance. He and his mom would both laugh whenever he did that twirl with his hips. His mother took...
Robert Leon Gordon
March 28, 2026
Mr. Robert Leon Gordon, known by all as “Leon”, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 69 years. He was the son of Reverend Robert and Denotra Gordon, born in Sacramento, California on Monday, January 14, 1957.
Leon was raised to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior. Leon did attend a...
Sandra Crook Walker
March 27, 2026
Ms. Sandra Crook-Walker, also known as “Fatty,” went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 27, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 73 years. She was born an “Army Brat” on Saturday, November 8, 1952, in Columbia, South Carolina; the daughter of Command Sergeant Major and 1960 Olympic boxing gold medalist, Edward Crook Jr., and beautiful Patricia Louise Burr.
Sandra...
Lawrence Person
March 26, 2026
Lawrence Henry Owen Person, born April 27, 1997, in Lansing, Michigan. Passed away on March 26, 2026. He was born to Liza Person, Lawrence Vanburen, and pops, Zakee Stevenson.
Lawrence attended and graduated from Nebraska High School, where he was a talented athlete in football, basketball, and swimming. He went on to receive a basketball scholarship to Michigan State University. Lawrence...
Jerrie Ann Hoking
March 25, 2026
Mrs. Jerrie Ann Hoking, age 63, of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. A woman of deep compassion and unwavering love for her family, Jerrie leaves behind a legacy of kindness and service.
Jerrie was born January 18, 1963, in Saginaw, she was the daughter of the late Willean and Jerry Wilkerson. Jerrie was a proud 1981...
Senior Assistant Pastor Benjamin E. Fomby
March 24, 2026
District Elder Benjamin E. Fomby entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family in Lansing, Michigan. Age 73 years. He was born Saturday, November 15, 1952, in Ragland, Alabama, the son of Cleveland and Ophelia Fomby.
Ben received his primary and secondary educational certificates through educational institutions in the state of Alabama. In 1972, District...
James Warner
March 23, 2026
Mr. James Warner passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, in Lansing. Michigan. Age 61 years.
Robert Watson
March 23, 2026
Mr. Robert Watson went to his heavenly home on Monday, March 23, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan, surrounded by his wife and family. Age 93 years. He was born on Friday September 23, 1932.
He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and faithful wife, Ernestine Watson; 4 children Betty (Curtis) Cooper, Willie Watson, Gloria (James) Mc Clendon, and Bobbie Watson Parker;...
Rosa Coleman
March 23, 2026
With gentle grace, Mrs. Rosa Nell (Jackson) Coleman was called home to be with the Lord in the early morning of March 23, 2026, at Bay City Comfort Care Center. Surrounded by her family, she departed this life at the age of 87 years, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and cherished memories that will continue to live on...
Kendra Horton
March 21, 2026
Kendra Vanise Horton, ("KD"), was born on January 21, 1971, in Lansing, Michigan, Kendra was the first and only child to Henry Horton and oldest daughter of two to Sherly Horton.
At an early age, she was baptized at Union Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Charles Patterson, planting a foundation of faith that remained with her throughout her...
Allen Jones
March 20, 2026
Mr. Allen Jones passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 56 years. Allen was born February 26, 1969, in Saginaw, Michigan, to James Jones, Sr., and Geneva Culpepper Jones.
Allen completed school at the Millett School of Learning. In his free time, he loved to play basketball.
Allen leaves to cherish his memory his father,...
Arthur Cooper Armstrong, Jr.
March 18, 2026
Reflection Of Life Arthur Cooper Armstrong Jr.
Gracing this earth on November 13, 1947, a handsome, ton-of-fun, baby boy born to Marion Ray Armstrong-Hamilton and Arthur Cooper Armstrong Sr. in Lansing, MI. Arthur went to be with the Lord on March 18, 2026. Arthur received Christ and was baptized at an early age at Friendship Baptist Church by Rev. E. Gladstone...
Kenneth Roby "Kenny"
March 18, 2026
Mr. Kenneth Roby, known to all as “Kenny,” passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at his residence. Age 62 years old. He was born April 6, 1963, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late Woodrow and Geraldine Roby.
Kenneth moved to Saginaw, Michigan, in 1975, where he attended Saginaw Public Schools. Kenneth worked for Chi-Chi’s, Matthew Car Care, RPM Automotive,...
Kanitha Myles
March 18, 2026
Kanitha Myles lived a life filled with purpose, kindness, and quiet strength. She was a woman who showed her love not only through words, but through her actions - always present, always dependable, and always willing to give more than was asked of her. Her presence brought comfort, and her character left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.
As...
Mabel Anita Hayes
March 18, 2026
Ms. Mabel Anita Hayes passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 75 years.
Sharon Gregg
March 17, 2026
Ms. Sharon Gregg passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 72 years.
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