Shabazz Adams (Lansing)
September 28, 2023
A smile that illuminated our lives will now be shining bright on us from Heaven. Shabazz DeShawn Adams, age 24 years, of Lansing, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023.
He was born in Flint, Michigan on Thursday, August 19, 1999. His family was his whole world. His pure heart, loving soul, and his smile that would light up the...
Irene Thomas "Sugar Mama"
September 28, 2023
The ninth of eleven children, the party did not start until the arrival of Irene “Sugar Mama” Martin Thomas on 0ctober 30, 1952, in Pickens, Arkansas, to Moses Martin, Sr. and Irene Williams Martin. She departed peacefully, on September 28, 2023.
Sugar Mama, or “Shug” as she was affectionately known by many was a firecracker, a lump of sugar, and a...
Andrew "Jerry" Mcintyre (Lansing)
September 27, 2023
Mr. Andrew Jerome McIntyre “Jerry” passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Sparrow Health Systems in Lansing, Michigan. Age 77 years. He was born Friday, December 14, 1945, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The son of Senia McIntyre-Wheeler and stepson of Joe Nathan Wheeler. He was the second oldest of seven children.
Jerry was a resident of Lansing, Michigan, a member and Deacon...
Robert J. Warner
September 26, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Joseph Warner, of Saginaw, Michigan, who left us on September 26, 2023, at sixty-nine. Robert was born on March 24, 1954, in Flint, Michigan to Louis and Guilda Warner.
Robert Joseph Warner led a remarkable life, leaving his family and friends with many fond memories. He was a master...
Cora L. Triplett
September 26, 2023
Ms. Cora L. Triplett, lovingly known as Big Momma, the family's matriarch, mentor, teacher, and sometimes, disciplinarian, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 93 years of age. She was born November 26, 1929, in Indianola, MS, to Mr. John Wilkins Sr and Mrs. Charity B. (a.k.a. Sugar) Wilkins, who preceded her in death. She was united in marriage...
Baby Boy Neeko Davale Salazar
September 23, 2023
Baby Neeko Davale Salazar was given wings to fly on Saturday, September 23, 2023. He was born August 28, 2023, in Saginaw, Michigan, to JoAnn Salazar and Roosevelt Kelly.
God granted this family an amazing 26 short days before Baby Neeko departed. Those days were spent with his mother holding his fingers as he rested on her chest for hours inside...
Mary Lee Cooper Dunn
September 22, 2023
Ms. Mary Lee Cooper Dunn made her transition on Friday, September 22, 2023, at Covenant HealthCare Harrison. Age 96 years. She was born October 11, 1926, in Stamps, Arkansas to the union of Chine Cooper and Drucilla Evans Cooper.
The family moved to Saginaw, Michigan when Mary was two years old. She attended Saginaw Public Schools and graduated from Saginaw High...
Michael Herndon
September 22, 2023
Our beloved brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle, Micheal Duane Herndon went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 22, 2023, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 65 years. He was born to military parents, Hayward and Queen Esther Herndon, in Germany.
Michael was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He was well-known as “Mighty Mike.” He was an...
Mr. Leon Stanley Clark
September 22, 2023
Mr. Leon Stanley Clark passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023, at the age of 93 years.
James E. Watts (Lansing)
September 21, 2023
Mr. James E. Watts passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023, at Sparrow Health Systems, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 87 years. He was born Sunday, December 8, 1935, in Selma, Alabama. The son of Joseph Sr. & Rosa Watts.
James graduated from A.H. Parker High School in Birmingham, Alabama in 1954, prior to moving to Lansing, Michigan. He was a retiree from...
Gerald Lett (Lansing)
September 21, 2023
Mr. Gerald Lett passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023. Age 96 years.
Catherine Miller (Lansing)
September 19, 2023
Cathy “Bissy” Miller, was born to George Miller and Elizzie B. Wilson in Roseland, Arkansas on Monday, August 28, 1944, embarked on a remarkable journey through life that touched the hearts of many. A few years after her birth, the family made a significant move to Laramie, Wyoming, where Cathy’s story would unfold.
Bissy, as she was affectionately known to family...
Betty J. Riley
September 19, 2023
A private celebration of Betty's life is planned. Please contact the family at (517)703-7202 for information.
Ms. Betty J. Riley passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at her residence. Age 74 years. Betty Jean was born February 17, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, to Ida Mae Lawrence.
Betty was raised in Chicago where she attended McCorkle Elementary and Dusable High School. While...
Denise Jackson (Lansing)
September 18, 2023
A Time to be Born
Denise was born Thursday, October 13, 1955, to her parents Alldean and Katie Jackson in Lansing Michigan. She was the seventh of 11 children. She was preceded in death by her great grandparents, Louis Ray and Martha Nelson, Oceola and Maime Jackson; mother, Katie Jackson; two brothers, Donald and Wilfred Hall; one sister, Francia Hall Pond;...
Curtis Wesley Beavers "Murk"
September 17, 2023
Mr. Curtis Wesley Beavers passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023. Age 44 years. Curtis who was affectionately called “Murk” by all, was born June 17, 1979, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Tonya Beavers Joe, and Curtis Willis Jr.
Murk’s spirit would brighten any and everyone around. He had a laugh that was infectious. He was a loyal, and kindhearted person; a...
Milton T. Grays
September 17, 2023
Mr. Milton T. Grays passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 71 years. He was born September 4, 1952, in Yazoo, Mississippi, to Alean Grays and Oscar Lee Ford, Sr.
Milton attended Saginaw Public Schools and was a graduate of Arthur Hill Technical High School.
He leaves to cherish his memory one daughter, Ameshia Grays;...
Sarah Ann Foxx
September 17, 2023
Ms. Sarah Ann Foxx was born December 24, 1963, Union Springs, Alabama, the daughter of Marshall Sr. and Sallie Foxx. Sarah was the youngest of twelve children and she loved to be loved. She was a charismatic lady with a huge personality, and she knew exactly how to leave a smile on your face. Sarah gave her life to Christ...
Randle Lawrence Lewis Jr.
September 17, 2023
Mr. Randle Lawrence Lewis, Jr. passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023. Age 62 years. He was born November 30, 1960, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Randle Lawrence, Sr. and Ella Mae Dobison.
Randle was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, and was a proud graduate of Saginaw High School “Trojans” Class of 1979. Although not affiliated with a church, Randle was a...
Leroy Cedric Dorsey
September 17, 2023
Leroy Cedric Dorsey, affectionately called “Lee”, was the last child born to Pastor James & Ella Dorsey on August 1, 1966, in Turrell, Arkansas. At 28 days old, he left Arkansas and relocated to Saginaw, Michigan with his family.
The baby of the Seven Seeds, Lee was the most mischievous and curious child. If his siblings were to write a book...
Scharmelle Monique Branklin (Lansing)
September 16, 2023
Scharmelle Monique Branklin passed away Saturday, September 16, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 53 years. She was born to parents, Joanne and Roy Branklin, on August 13, 1970, in Lansing, Michigan.
Scharmelle was raised in Lansing, Michigan, where everyone knew her for her beauty, inside and out. She had a big heart and kept others smiling no matter what she was...
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