Obituaries

Reginald Brown (Lansing)

Reginald Brown (Lansing)

February 2, 2024

Reginald Roosevelt Brown passed away Friday, February 2, 2024. Age 55 years. He was born July 7, 1968, in Berrien Springs, Michigan. The son of Arthur James Brown and Shirley Madeline Brown.

Reginald attended Mandeville High School in Mandeville, Louisiana but completed his high school education at J.W. Sexton High School in Lansing, Michigan. “Mudfoot,” as his family and friends affectionately...

Reverend Reginald Fitzgerald Cameron, Jr.

Reverend Reginald Fitzgerald Cameron, Jr.

February 2, 2024

In as much as Reverend Cameron was instrumental in advancing the Kingdom of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and that he served in various roles such as Chaplain and Interim Pastor/Minister in the Great Lakes Bay Region, and friend to many, the family requests that those wishing to share an expression of sympathy, please consider a contribution toward services...

Whilmon Austin, Jr. (Lansing)

Whilmon Austin, Jr. (Lansing)

February 1, 2024

Mr. Whilmon Austin Jr. affectionately known as “Willie” went home to be with his Heavenly Father on February 1, 2024. At the age of 67 years old. He was born June 30, 1956, in Flint, Michigan, the beloved son of Whilmon and Carlean Austin. He was their second child and only son.

In his young adult years, Whilmon worked at General...

Vena Stier (Lansing)

Vena Stier (Lansing)

February 1, 2024

Ms. Vena Stier passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 59 years.

Donnie Joe Rich (Lansing)

Donnie Joe Rich (Lansing)

January 31, 2024

Donnie Rich was born to Earline and Charlie Rich Sr. on February 25, 1953, in Camden, Alabama. He accepted Christ at a young age and was baptized. He attended and graduated from Job Corps in Spokane, Washington. He was a retired Bus Driver with Lansing School District/Dean Transportation. In his spare time, he loved his computer games, sports, WWE wrestling,...

Charelena Buttler

Charelena Buttler

January 31, 2024

Ms. Charelena Buttler passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at St. Francis Home of Saginaw. Age 72 years. Charelena was born in Dublin, Mississippi, to Selena Jackson and Rubin Butler Sr.

Charlena grew up in Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Saginaw, Michigan, where she met her lifetime companion, Mose Fisher. They shared a love for over 32 years.

Charelena loved listening to...

Clemmie Stone (Lansing)

Clemmie Stone (Lansing)

January 31, 2024

Clemmie Tean Stone passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 69 years. She was born May 6, 1954, in Sumpter, Alabama. The daughter of John & Annie Covington.

In 1975, Clemmie moved from Sumpter, Alabama to Lansing, Michigan. She was affiliated with Zion Hill Baptist Church and Solid Rock FGB Church. In addition to attending church, Clemmie also...

Guy Perkins (Lansing)

Guy Perkins (Lansing)

January 30, 2024

Mr. Guy Perkins passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 58 years.

Larry M. Wray (Lansing)

Larry M. Wray (Lansing)

January 29, 2024

Deacon Larry Michael Wray was a caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He departed this world on Monday, January 29, 2024, at the age of 73 years old. His battle with medical issues in recent years revealed his courage and strong faith in God. Larry was born Wednesday, November 8, 1950, in Covington, Tennessee. Affectionally called “Mike” by family,...

Tommy Washington, Jr. (Lansing)

Tommy Washington, Jr. (Lansing)

January 29, 2024

Mr. Tommy Washington, Jr. passed away Monday, January 29, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 37 years. He was born on Tuesday, September 2, 1986, in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Lottie and Tommy Washington, Sr.

Tommy Jr. was a lifelong resident of Lansing, Michigan. He attended J. W. Sexton High School, where he met his high school sweetheart, Rachel Hodge. She...

Charlene James (Lansing)

Charlene James (Lansing)

January 29, 2024

Charlene James entered into God’s care on January 29th, 2024. She was born on June 29th, 1946, to the late Lorene and Amanda Jones in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Charlene graduated from W.A. Higgins High School and decided to further her education at Delta State University. After graduating, she, her mother, and six sisters moved to Lansing, Michigan where she met, married,...

Sheilanda Renea Manuel

Sheilanda Renea Manuel

January 28, 2024

Ms. Sheilanda Manuel entered the resting place on January 28, 2024, surrounded by the ones she loved dearly. Sheilanda was born May 16, 1968, in Gary, Indiana, to Shirley Manuel and Nathaniel Franklin.

Sheilanda moved to Saginaw, Michigan, and resided there for many years. In 2016, she joined the Hebriac awakening. Accepting Yahuah and Yahusha as the true Elohiym and Mashiach....

Anthony William Vasquez

Anthony William Vasquez

January 28, 2024

Mr. Anthony William Vasquez “Scarface” gained his wings after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, January 28, 2024, surrounded by loved ones and his companion, Angie Nino, at the age of 65. He was born May 19, 1958, in Saginaw, Michigan to Richard Vasquez Sr., and Consuelo Garcia Hernandez, and stepfather, Nicholas Hernandez..

Anthony retired from General Motors (Chevrolet Grey...

Emma J. Glover (Lansing)

Emma J. Glover (Lansing)

January 27, 2024

Eldress Emma J. Glover was born in Greenwood, Mississippi on Sunday, September 29, 1946, to Pink and Lottie Mae Hoskins, the third of twelve children. At the age of 77 years old, she transitioned into her heavenly rest on Saturday, January 27, 2024, with her family by her side.

Eldress Emma Glover attended Quitman County High School in Marks, Mississippi and...

Drew Ramsey (Lansing)

Drew Ramsey (Lansing)

January 27, 2024

Drew Stephan Ramsey was born on December 15, 1971, in Southfield, Michigan into the loving arms of his parents Drew and Jennifer. He was a child prodigy able to read at the age of 4 and played the piano brilliantly at the age of 5. He attended St. Thomas Aquinas Grade School and East Lansing High School. He Graduated with...

James  Derrick  Bandy

James Derrick Bandy

January 25, 2024

A beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, James Derrick Bandy, fondly known as "Dank," "Big Baby" and "Big D" gained his wings on Thursday, January 25, 2024. He was born on March 30, 1963, in Saginaw, MI, to Willie J. Bandy and the late Margaret Johnson.

James was a talented athlete, who excelled in basketball, football, and...

Mr. Reginald  Tim Thompson

Mr. Reginald Tim Thompson

January 25, 2024

Mr. Reginald Tim Thompson passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Maplewood Manor Nursing Skilled Facility, in Clio, Michigan. Reginald was born on February 24, 1952, in Flint, Michigan. Age 71 years.

Reginald was a Flintstone plus a Saginaw, Michigan native. He loved singing, watching sports on TV, dancing, roller skating, making CDs, going to concerts, traveling, and coaching the...

Willis Stuckey, Sr.

Willis Stuckey, Sr.

January 24, 2024

Mr. Willis Stuckey, Sr., 96, took his heavenly flight on January 24, 2024, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan, surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was born October 27, 1927, in Kiblah, Arkansas, to Champion and Evelyn Watson Stuckey (Mildred Stuckey).

Willis was affiliated with Unionville CME Church, Kiblah, Arkansas, and was educated in Kiblah Public Schools, graduating from...

Shirley Ann Louis

Shirley Ann Louis

January 24, 2024

Ms. Shirley Ann Louis, affectionately known as "Shell," "Shell-Ann," or "Shirl," peacefully passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on December 4, 1953, in Duncan, Mississippi, to Emma Cannon.

Her seventy-year journey began under the loving care of her grandparents, Mr. William Cooks and Mrs. Leaion Cooks. In pursuit of...

Jessie Aikens

Jessie Aikens

January 23, 2024

Ms. Jessie Aikens passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 66 years.

Jessie loved playing with baby dolls, especially Barbie dolls, listening to music, and being outdoors. She had a very close relationship with her roommate, Grace. They enjoyed spending time together and having fun. Jessie made the world a better place during her time...