Obituaries

Earl Lee Fly (Chicago, Il)

Earl Lee Fly (Chicago, Il)

March 8, 2023

Mr. Earl Lee Fly was born September 28,1959 in Shaw Mississippi, to his proud parents, Henrietta Fly-Silas and Willie Silas, both preceded him in death. Earl received his wings on Wednesday, March 8, 2023.

Earl truly lived life to the fullest as one of the kindest, compassionate, and unselfish people you could ever meet. He opened his heart and touched many...

Dequan Le'Ondrae Lee "Quan"

Dequan Le'Ondrae Lee "Quan"

March 7, 2023

DeQuan Le’Ondrae Lee was born on June 22, 2002, in Saginaw, Michigan, to TraVanda Thomas and the late Demont Lee, Sr. He gained his wings and transitioned from earth to his new home on March 7, 2023, at the age of 20 years.

DeQuan was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan, and a graduate of Arthur Hill High School, “Class of...

Marquavis Keyshawn Smithers "Quay"

Marquavis Keyshawn Smithers "Quay"

March 7, 2023

Marquavis Keyshawn Smithers was born on April 5, 2005, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Shatara Thomas and Kenneth Smithers. He gained his wings and transitioned from earth to his new home on March 7, 2023, at the age of 17 years.

Marquavis was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He was a student at Success Academy and was scheduled to graduate in...

Terrence Simmons (Lansing)

Terrence Simmons (Lansing)

March 5, 2023

Mr. Terrence Rene Simmons departed this life on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at Sparrow hospital surrounded by his family. He was 58 years old. He is the son of Pearl (Jones) Geiger and the late Theodore R. Simmons, Jr. and was born on August 21, 1964, in Lansing, Michigan.

He was a proud graduate of Everett High School class of 1982,...

Bettie Washington

Bettie Washington

March 4, 2023

Ms. Bettie Washington passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 65 years. She was born January 28, 1958, in Wetumpka, Alabama, to Willie Mae Sears.

Bettie graduated from Wetumpka High School. She moved to Saginaw, Michigan, where she enjoyed worshipping at Zion Baptist Church. Bettie also attended Delta College. She enjoyed spending time with...

Arvids Driksna (Indian River, Mi)

Arvids Driksna (Indian River, Mi)

March 3, 2023

Mr. Arvids “Guy” Driksna, 76, of Cheboygan, Michigan passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023, surrounded by family. He was born on April 3rd, 1946, to Adams Driksna and Milda (Kepitis) Driksna in Lubeck, Germany.

Arvids was a soft-hearted jokester and an avid fisherman and sports enthusiast. His favorite sports teams being Michigan State Spartans, Detroit Lions, and Detroit Tigers. He...

Mario Bobbitt (Lansing)

Mario Bobbitt (Lansing)

March 3, 2023

Mr. Mario Robert Bobbitt, age 49 passed away Friday, March 3, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. He was the son of Cheryl Bobbitt and Robert Howse, born on January 3, 1974, in Cleveland, Ohio. His parents died when he was young and he was adopted and raised by his aunt/mother, Joann Phifer

Mario grew up in Lansing, Michigan. He enjoyed spending time...

Leonilda Ramos

Leonilda Ramos

March 2, 2023

Ms. Leonilda Ramos passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at DMC Sini Grace hospital in Detroit, Micigan. Age 68 years.

Roland Mcdole

Roland Mcdole

March 2, 2023

Mr. Roland Craig McDole “Disco” passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 58 years. Roland was born February 12, 1965, in Saginaw, Michigan to Barbara Jean Swilley-McDole and Samuel Roy McDole “Singing Sam.”

Roland was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. He graduated from Rueben Daniels. Roland enjoyed fishing, listening to music, playing chess, detailing...

Carolyn Nickerson

Carolyn Nickerson

March 1, 2023

MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR VISITATION AND SERVICE

Mrs. Carolyn Nickerson passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Covenant HealthCare Harrison in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 88 years. She was born September 18, 1934, in Brundidge, Alabama, to Frank Newson and Emma Haynes.



Carolyn married Milton Nickerson in 1953 and they relocated to Saginaw, Michigan. To their union, they were blessed with the...

Michael G. Todd (Lansing)

Michael G. Todd (Lansing)

March 1, 2023

Michael’s Song

INTRO

There are those who enjoy music whether it be, singing, playing or merely listening to songs. Michael Granvil Todd had an appreciation for music uniquely particular to him. He didn’t sing or play, but he enjoyed listening to good music, especially jazz.

Michael’s song began on November 1, 1950, when he was born in Cleveland, Ohio at Mt. Sinai Hospital...

Mother Reaoda Wheeler "Baby Sister"

Mother Reaoda Wheeler "Baby Sister"

February 27, 2023

Mother Reaoda Wheeler lived a long and full life. The LORD called his Angel home on Monday, February 27, 2023, at home. Age 96 years young. Reaoda was born on January 17, 1927, to Acie Southall and Pearl Neuben-Southall in Brownsville, Tennessee. Reaoda’s mother passed at an early age, so she was raised by her grandparents, Stephen and Laura Neuben....

Donterrion Lamar Rodgers "Taye"

Donterrion Lamar Rodgers "Taye"

February 26, 2023

Mr. Donterrion L. Rodgers passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 42 years. He was born on June 18, 1980, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Zina Smith and Richard Rodgers, Jr.

Donterrion was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School and was a member of Bethel AME Church. Donterrion always had various...

Baby Naomi Leah Thomas

Baby Naomi Leah Thomas

February 26, 2023

Baby Naomi Thomas was given angel wings to fly on Sunday, February 26, 2023, in Buena Vista Township, Michigan. Age 7 months. She was born July 20, 2022, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Kurt’Niesha McGee and Charles Thomas, Jr.

Naomi was such a sweet baby. She loved to watch Mrs. Rachel, and laugh and play with her big sister. Naomi was the...

Donnell Eugene Blaylock

Donnell Eugene Blaylock

February 26, 2023

Our beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend Donnell Eugene Blaylock transitioned peacefully at home Sunday February 26, 2023 surrounded by family. He was born June 13, 1973 in Saginaw, MI to Jacqueline Marie Blaylock and Ezzard Charles Mack.

Donnell was an avid music collector. Music really spoke to his soul. It held a special place in his heart. He had...

Virginia Ann (Branch) Maple

Virginia Ann (Branch) Maple

February 25, 2023

Virginia Ann (Branch) Maple was the youngest of seven children born to Clarence Sr. and Zelma Odessa (Crider) Branch on September 19, 1944, in Huntington, Tennessee. Virginia relocated to Saginaw, Michigan with her family at the age of eight, and went on to graduate from Saginaw High School with the Class of 1962. Many years later, she would continue her...

Janice Barton

Janice Barton

February 25, 2023

Ms. Janice Barton passed away Saturday, February 25, 2023 at Covenant Healthcare-Harrison.  Age 67 years.

Daniel Jerome Nash

Daniel Jerome Nash

February 25, 2023

Our beloved father, Daniel Jerome Nash, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at the age of 63 years. Daniel is known affectionately as “Jerry” by his family and close friends. He was born October 15, 1959, in Sunflower, Mississippi, to James Oldar Nash and Eunice Pearl (Robinson) Nash.

Jerry was raised in Saginaw, Michigan. He attended Saginaw Public Schools and...

Craig Irwin

Craig Irwin

February 24, 2023

Mr. Craig Irwin passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, at Gladwin Pines Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Gladwin, Michigan. Age 52 years.

Jessie Smith

Jessie Smith

February 23, 2023

Mr. Jesse Smith was born August 14, 1947, in Lowndes County, Alabama, to the union of Robert and Susie Smith. He was the fourth child of eight children. He accepted Christ at an early age at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Jesse attended Calhoun High School and graduated in 1968. He moved to Saginaw Michigan in 1970, where he was employed...