Ramon Culbert
January 29, 2026
Mr. Ramon Deon Culbert, 46, of Saginaw, Michigan, made his heavenly transition on January 29, 2026. A devoted Christian man, Ramon lived a life marked by love, service, and quiet strength, leaving a lasting imprint on all who knew him.
Ramon was born on January 26, 1980, to Kimberly Culbert. He was a proud graduate of Arthur Hill High School, Class...
Alan Jerome Butler, Jr., Esq.
January 29, 2026
Attorney Alan Jerome Butler, Jr. was born on June 16, 1982, in Detroit, Mchigan, the son of Alan Jerome Butler, Sr. and Marilyn Webster. He passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan, with his loving wife, Monyata, by his side.
Alan was a devoted husband, proud dog dad, and respected criminal defense attorney whose presence filled...
Franklin Veto Smith, Jr.
January 28, 2026
Franklin Veto Smith Jr. was raised in Highland Park, Michigan, where he began his education at Willard School before continuing on to Barber Middle School on Buena Vista. He later attended Highland Park Community High School. Though he did not complete his high school education there, Franklin remained steadfast in his pursuit of growth and opportunity. He went on to...
Kenneth Ellenwood
January 27, 2026
Mr. Kenneth Ellenwood passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 74 years.
JaJuan Keas
January 26, 2026
JaJuan Dominique Keas was born on August 23, 1982, in Detroit, Michigan, bringing infinite joy to his parents and his entire family. While attending private school in Detroit, his humor, charm, and larger-than-life presence quickly made him the center of every room. He was truly the life of the party.
In 1994, JaJuan’s family relocated to East Lansing, Michigan, where JaJuan...
Donna Dowdy
January 25, 2026
Mrs. Donna J. Dowdy passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 80 years. Donna was born May 11, 1945, in Akron, Ohio, to Dorothy Lee and Darnell Fisher.
Donna migrated from Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Saginaw in 1976 with her husband, John Dowdy, and family to support John’s new position with the State of Michigan Department...
Governor Gray, Jr.
January 25, 2026
The Life of Our Governor!
Mr. Governor Gray Jr., affectionally known as Gov, G-Man, Daddy, Papa, and Uncle Jim, made his earthly transition on Sunday, January 25, 2026, in the city of Duluth, State of Georgia. Ironically and lovingly, Governor transitioned on his wife’s 81st Heavenly birthday. Happy Heavenly birthday, momma, and goodnight, daddy - rest peacefully well.
During Governor’s 84 years...
Denise Lefler
January 25, 2026
Ms. Denise Lefler passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 62 years.
Tab Aaron Leonard
January 22, 2026
Tab Aaron Leonard, 68, of Lansing, Michigan, and his beloved dog, “Bobo”, tragically passed away January 22, 2026, following an auto collision. He was born on March 2, 1957, in Lansing, Michigan, to the late Arthur Leonard and Louise (Smith) Marsh. He proudly made a career in the engineering field. His eye for detail made him a great fit in...
Nori'Ehna A'Nhilee Denea Garrett
January 21, 2026
Nori’Ehna A'Nhilee Denea Garret was born on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, in Lansing, Michigan at Sparrow Hospital, to Ta’Nhi Garrett and Letrelle Jones. On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, God called his precious angel home. Age 4 years old. Nori’ was a precious gift from God, entrusted to our family for a short but meaningful time. From the moment she arrived,...
Elsie Guy
January 21, 2026
Elsie Paulette Guy passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 75 years. She was born on July 11, 1950, in Lansing, Michigan. The daughter of Aldine and Albertine Guy.
Elsie spent her childhood in Lansing, with frequents visits to her father’s hometown, Mecosta, Michigan. She graduated from Sexton High School and attended Lansing Community College and Michigan State...
Richard Williams
January 21, 2026
Mr. Richard Williams passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Williamston, Michigan. Age 86 years.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations please be made to an animal shelter.
Albert Taylor (Formerly of Saginaw, Michigan)
January 21, 2026
Mr. Albert Earl Taylor passed away after a sudden illness on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, and went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 62 years.
Albert, affectionately known as Al, was born November 7, 1963, in Saginaw, Michigan. After graduating from Buena Vista High School, Class of 1981, Al went on to attend...
Alonza James Colvin
January 19, 2026
Mr. Alonza James Colvin, affectionately known as "Jim", was born on July 8, 1931, in Union Springs, Alabama, to Allen and Gertrude Colvin. As a teenager, he moved to Columbus, Georgia, with his brother Coleman and later followed his brother Robert to Saginaw, Michigan. In Saginaw, Jim found a career at General Motors, where he worked for over 20 years....
Rev. Murray Fentress, Sr.
January 18, 2026
Rev. Murray Fentress, Sr. passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 76 years. Murray was born on January 31, 1949, in Madison, Tennessee, to Sam and Lessie Fentress.
Murray married the love of his life, Bernie Hudson, and they relocated to Saginaw, Michigan in 1967. From this union five children were born.
Murray enjoyed spending time with his family,...
Latisha Fuller
January 17, 2026
Ms. Latisha Ann Fuller transitioned from this life on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the age of 46. She was born on February 7, 1979, to Patricia Rogan Fuller and Clinter Roy Cooper in Saginaw, Michigan.
Latisha, affectionately known as Tish to many, attended Saginaw Public Schools and Buena Vista Schools. Tish held positions in the Home Health field, where she...
Dorothy Whitt
January 16, 2026
Ms. Dorothy Whitt passed away Friday, January 16, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 75 years.
Ellen Ann Cannarile
January 16, 2026
Ellen Ann (Creager) Cannarile gained her wings and flew away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at University of Michigan Sparrow Health Systems, Lansing, Michigan. She was born on Tuesday, July 10, 1945, the daughter of Wilson and Gladys Creager in Harrison, Michigan.
Ellen started her career working at the old Lansing General Hospital and worked there for a number of years...
Linda Lou Rose
January 15, 2026
Mrs. Linda Lou Rose passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on July 27, 1949, in Lansing to her devoted parents, Harold and Mildred Strouse.
Linda’s love story began in the simplest and most charming of ways—while she sat on her porch enjoying a bag of popcorn....
Michele Lynn Bergs
January 14, 2026
Ms. Michele Lynn Bergs passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan, at the age of 53. Michele was born on March 23, 1972, in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, to James and Georgene Bergs. Three years ago, Michele moved to Saginaw, Michigan, to be closer to her family.
Michele cherished the comfort of her home, where she...
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