Obituaries

William Alexander Beverly Iii

William Alexander Beverly Iii

February 3, 2023

Mr. William Alexander Beverly III passed away on Friday, February 3, 2023, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 35 years. He was born December 24, 1987, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Aretha Blackmon and William Beverly II.

William attended Buena Vista and Arthur Hill High Schools. He was affectionately called “June” or “June-June” by family and friends. William was a “jack of all trades,”...

John Fitzgerald  Kennedy, Sr.

John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Sr.

February 2, 2023

Every superhero has a story, and with that, this is

the delightful story of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Sr.

John was born August 16, 1962, at Beyer Hospital in Ypsilanti, Michigan, to Guy Howison and Lillie Mae Kennedy. He was the 3rd child of their union, (Samuel, Miriam Elizabeth) and the 5th child (Guy Jr., Robert) of his father, Guy.

It would be in...

Earnestine Stinson

Earnestine Stinson

February 2, 2023

Ms. Earnestine Stinson passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 73 years. She was born July 16, 1949, in Lambrook, Arkansas, to James and Pearlie Mae Cole.

Earnestine resided in Saginaw for over 45 years. She retired as a Police Officer Crossing Guard after 30 years. Earnestine was a member of New Jerusalem Baptist...

Latrice Angela Slade

Latrice Angela Slade

February 2, 2023

Ms. Latrice Angela Slade, born May 18, 1981, beloved daughter of Edith Ann Slade and David Lee Watts, Sr., was suddenly called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at the age of 41 years. She had been battling breast cancer since 2019. She remained strong and kept her faith that she was going to “beat...

Eddie Keller (Lansing, Mi-Rockford,Il)

Eddie Keller (Lansing, Mi-Rockford,Il)

February 2, 2023

Mr. Eddie Keller passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 36 years.

Quintin Lee Sass  (Lansing)

Quintin Lee Sass (Lansing)

February 2, 2023

Mr. Quintin Lee Sass passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 66 years. He was born on June 19, 1956, in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Donald and Audrey (Whitten) Sass.

Quintin resided in Lansing, Michigan his entire life. He was a graduate of Lansing Everett High School, Class of 1975. Quintin was employed with...

Consuelo Gonzales  (Lansing)

Consuelo Gonzales (Lansing)

January 31, 2023

Ms. Consuelo Gonzales passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 62 years

Brent Letts, Sr.  (Lansing)

Brent Letts, Sr. (Lansing)

January 30, 2023

Mr. Brent Allen Letts, Sr., passed away Monday, January 30, 2023, at is residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 38 years.

Jessica Jasmine Davis

Jessica Jasmine Davis

January 28, 2023

Ms. Jessica Jasmine Davis passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 29 years. She was born October 2, 1993, in Saginaw, Michigan to Jesse J. Davis and Janie Davis.

Jessica was an angel on earth. She loved eating, and fussing when things didn’t go her way. Most of all, Jessica loved her family and being hugged and...

Edward  Panasiewicz, Jr. (Lansing)

Edward Panasiewicz, Jr. (Lansing)

January 28, 2023

Mr. Edward Florian Panasiewicz, Jr. passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, after a brief illness, at home with his loving wife, Cheryl, by his side. Ed was born December 6, 1938, in Lansing, Michigan, to Edward and Wilhelmina Panasiewicz, the first of four children born to the couple.

Ed was raised Catholic and graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic School, where he...

Maria  Aldaco (Lansing)

Maria Aldaco (Lansing)

January 28, 2023

Mrs. Maria L. Aldaco passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 76 years. She was born October 6, 1946, in Mission, Texas, the daughter of Frank and Rosa De La Cruz.

Maria lived in Lansing and was the co-founder of Aldaco’s restaurant. She loved being with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also, she loved going...

Jessica  Smith (Lansing)

Jessica Smith (Lansing)

January 27, 2023

Ms. Jessica Smith passed away Friday, January 27, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 37 years.

Karen S. Klein (East Lansing)

Karen S. Klein (East Lansing)

January 26, 2023

Karen Klein was born July 13, 1956 in Marshall, Michigan, daughter of Burl and Lucille Harper.

Karen loved learning and graduated with her Masters Degree from Michigan State University. She taught for over 20 years at North Aurelius Elementary and enjoyed being in a 4th grade classroom. After her first retirement, she coordinated education programs through the Asian Studies Program of...

Baby Keel Wharton Macon, III

Baby Keel Wharton Macon, III

January 26, 2023

Baby Boy Keel Wharton Macon, III passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023. Age 2 months. 

Baby Kianna Lynn Harris

Baby Kianna Lynn Harris

January 26, 2023

Kianna Lynn Harris went to join the Angels suddenly early Thursday morning January 26, 2023, at home in her sleep. Age 5 weeks. She was born December 19, 2022, at Covenant-Harrison in Saginaw, Michigan to Allana Lynn and Darius D. Harris.

Besides her parents, she leaves to cherish her memory, two sisters, Aroura Neptune and Roselina Effie Mae Harris at home;...

Marie Ford  (Lansing)

Marie Ford (Lansing)

January 25, 2023

Ms. Johanna Marie Ford, known as Marie,  passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Maplewood Assisted Living in Eaton Rapids, Michigan. Age 61 years.

Frederick Foster

Frederick Foster

January 25, 2023

Mr. Frederick Foster passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Ascension St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 61 years. Frederick T. Foster, also known to many as “Freddy Cougar,” was born September 16, 1961, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Arthur Foster Jr. and Rutha Mae Weathers-McGlory.

Frederick was a member of Mt. Nebo Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor...

Walter E. Simmons

Walter E. Simmons

January 25, 2023

Mr. Walter E. Simmons passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 72 years of age. He was born November 9, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Elijah and Patricia Simmons.

Walter was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle to many loved ones. To know Walter a/k/a “Lumpy, Lump or Nump” is to love him. His sense of humor would bring...

Frances Regina Abraham

Frances Regina Abraham

January 22, 2023

Mrs. Frances Regina Abraham passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 53 years. She was born January 21, 1970, in Joiner, Arkansas, to Bernice and George Cowley.

Frances later moved to Saginaw, Michigan where she met her husband, Lee Abraham. She was employed by Saginaw Intermediate Schools and was a beloved teacher for many...

Matthew  Bartrom (Charlotte)

Matthew Bartrom (Charlotte)

January 21, 2023

Matthew Jay Bartrom passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, January 21, 2023, in Charlotte, Michigan at the age of 39.

Matthew was born on January 9, 1984, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the son of Mary (Olson) Witherspoon and Howard Bartrom. In his youth, Matthew was an avid soccer player and talented musician, playing guitar, saxophone, and piano. He spent several...