Kathleen Griffin-Ruiz (Lansing)
March 30, 2025
Kathleen Marie Griffin-Ruiz, known as “Kathy,” to many, age 64 years, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Born on Saturday, June 18, 1960, in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Dr. Richard and Grace Griffin.
Kathy lived a life marked by resilience, joy, and deep devotion to her family. Kathleen found...
Kent D. Glass
March 29, 2025
Mr. Kent Douglas Glass passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Avista Nursing & Rehab. Age 71 years. He was born on November 21, 1953, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Joseph Glass and Arcola Wilson Glass.
Kent attended Buena Vista Public Schools in Saginaw, Michigan. He was a member of Spiritual Israel Church, Temple # 7. Kent enjoyed singing, dancing,...
Nicole Yolanda Mills-Fomby
March 28, 2025
Mrs. Nicole Yolanda Mills-Fomby began her earthly journey in life on January 9, 1982, in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of Almeta and Willie Mills Sr. She gained her eternal wings and entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the age of 43 years.
Before relocating to Rochester Hills, Michigan, with her family, Nicole was a lifelong resident...
Mother Willie B. Williamson Wilkins
March 28, 2025
Our beloved mother, Willie B. Williamson Wilkins, 90, was born September 25, 1934, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, to Columbus Baker and Ophelia Mack. She went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Covenant HealthCare Cooper, with her daughter and only remaining child, Ceylon, by her side.
Mother Willie B. loved the Lord and was always there when the...
Eldridge Cook "Cookie" (Lansing)
March 28, 2025
Mr. Eldridge Urnod Cook aka "Cookie" passed away Friday, March 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 85 years. The son of James and Juanita Cook was born at home in Chickasaw County, Mississippi on Saturday, March 9, 1940.
Eldridge was raised in Center Hill Baptist Church in Chickasaw County, Mississippi. He attended Okolona Junior College and...
Jessie Studs
March 27, 2025
Mr. Jessie Studs passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 76 years. He was born on October 29, 1948, in Lake Providence, Louisiana, the son of James Ella Stewart.
Mr. Studs was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He loved fishing, listening to music, and cars. Most of all, he loved his children and grandchildren.
He leaves...
Duran Coats (Lansing)
March 26, 2025
Mr. Duran Coats passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Marquette, Michigan. Age 31 years.
Floyd Jenkins, Jr.
March 26, 2025
Our beloved brother, uncle, and friend, Mr. Floyd Jenkins Jr., passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan, at the age of 69. Floyd was born March 29, 1955, in Sunflower, Mississippi, to Floyd and B. Ella Jenkins.
Floyd attended Saginaw High School. He found great joy in life’s simple pleasures, fishing, listening to music, dancing, and riding his bike. Floyd’s kindness...
Leslie "Cookie" Harris-Comer
March 24, 2025
Although we feel a profound sadness with the loss of Ms. Leslie Harris Comer, affectionately known as "Cookie", there is joy in knowing that she gained eternal life through her faith in Christ. Leslie passed away on March 24th, 2025, at the age of 66. She was a cherished mother, beloved grandmother, sister, niece, friend, and a source of light...
Missionary Jacquelene Washington-Donald
March 23, 2025
Missionary Jacquelene Marie Washington-Donald was born in Maryville, Tennessee, to Ollie Mae Washington and John Frank Jr. She went home to be with the Lord on March 23, 2025, at Covenant Harrison Hospital.
Jacquelene faced early losses, losing both her mother and grandmother in her 20s. Raised by her grandmother, Rev. Gertrude Washington, Jacquelene accepted the Lord at the tender age of...
Kim L. Donald
March 22, 2025
Mr. Kim L. Donald passed away at his home on March 22, 2025, in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Age 64 years.. He was born to Florence Lee Morton and Eddie Lee Donald Sr. in Lauderdale, TN in 1960. He graduated from Reuben Daniels Adult High School and furthered his education with many certificates while attending Delta Community College in Saginaw, Michigan. He...
Demarcus M. Peterson
March 21, 2025
Mr. Demarcus Montrell Peterson passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Covenant Health Care Harrison after a lengthy illness, age 40 years. Demarcus was born August 11, 1984, in Saginaw, Michigan to Felicia McDaniel and Edward Hulett. He was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan.
Demarcus attended Saginaw public schools. Many referred to him as “Block” and “Keyglock,” and his...
Marquaveus Baston
March 20, 2025
Mr. Marquaveus Quentez Baston was called home on March 20, 2025. Marquaveus was born January 29, 2003, in Saginaw, Michigan to Frederick J. Baston Jr. and Cloretha Baston.
Marquaveus loved to work on cars with his dad and brother. He loved to spend time with family and friends. Marquaveus loved to rap and crack jokes, and smoke good flowers.
Mr. Baston was...
Shombrieka Ambriel Williams (Lansing)
March 20, 2025
Shombrieka Ambriel Williams was born Saturday, April 29, 1989, to Byron Williams, and Connie Huff-Williams, in Bremerhaven, Germany. Shombrieka went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, March 20, 2025. Age 35 years old.
Shombrieka accepted the Lord when she was young, joining Galilee Baptist Church, where she was baptized and served. Shombrieka had a love for the choir,...
Tameria Marie Gaines
March 19, 2025
Ms. Tameria Marie Gaines passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Tameria was born January 6, 1963, in Saginaw, Michigan to Leselie and Rose McDonald.
Ms. Tameria was strong in her Catholic faith. She went to college, became a certified therapist, and had a long fulfilling career in home healthcare. Tameria loved bicycling, canoeing, hiking, reading,...
Patricia Mays
March 18, 2025
Mrs. Patricia Eugenia Mays (Singleton) heard God whisper her name on March 18, 2025, and went to her mansion in the sky. She was born on May 04, 1944, to Willie Charles and Willa Mae Singleton in Cleveland, Ohio, the youngest child of four girls.
Ms. Pat gave her life to Christ as a child at the Zion Baptist Church, where...
Jane Jones (Lansing)
March 18, 2025
Mrs. Jane April Jones (VanBuren) passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 61 years. Jane was born April 1, 1963, to Hollis and Ruth (Stowell) VanBuren, in Harrison, Michigan.
Jane was a manager for Don’s Windmill Truck stop for several years. She loved unicorns and enjoyed watching Daytime Soaps. Jane also loved spending her time with her grandchildren....
Ronnie Scott
March 17, 2025
Mr. Ronnie Scott passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025, at McLaren Bay Region Hospital. Age 72 years.
Jerome Baber
March 17, 2025
Mr. Jerome Baber departed this life on March 17, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1954 in Saginaw, Michigan to Jimmy D. Baber and Ruby Baber.
Jerome attended Saginaw Public Schools. He was a graduate of Saginaw High School class of 1972. After graduation, he attended Washtenaw Community College where he studied communications. He later earned his Associates Degree of...
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