Randolph Putmon (Lansing)
November 7, 2022
Mr. Randolph Putmon passed away Sunday, November 7, 2022, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 45 years.
John David Rankin (Lansing)
November 5, 2022
John David Rankin, Sr., passed away quietly in his sleep at home on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at the age of 71 years old. He was born December 1, 1950, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the son of John and Stella Rankin.
John was a Field Service Engineer who traveled for his job. He enjoyed his travels as well as camping and...
Johnny Johnson (Lansing)
November 5, 2022
Mr. Johnny Ervin Johnson passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 69 years. He was born February 7, 1953, to the parents of Pete Johnson and Geneva Sheperd in Memphis, Tennessee.
Johnny was retired but he previously worked for Lansing’s newspaper, The Lansing State Journal. He attended Michigan State University and lived in Lansing most of his adult...
Katie Esther Phipps
November 2, 2022
Katie Esther Smith entered this life on April 1, 1942, by way of Beatrice Collier-Smith-Somerville and George Lee Boyd in Brighton Tennessee. At the tender age of six weeks, she was gifted to her great aunt Ellen Crawford who she absolutely adored. She often said, “she never told me anything wrong.” With her she professed a hope in Christ at...
Gerald E. Runyon (Lansing)
November 2, 2022
Mr. Gerald E. Runyon peacefully passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at Hospice House of Shiawassee County in Owosso, Michigan surrounded by family. He was 86 years old. Gerald was born July 15, 1936 to Gerald Leslie and Velma Dorothy Runyon in Yakima, Washington.
Gerald loved being outdoors. He enjoyed golfing, working in the church community garden, engineering projects, and building...
Sevyn Marquise Ashworth "Dudiee"
November 2, 2022
Sevyn Marquise Ashworth gained his wings on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the University of Michigan-Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Sevyn was born June 18, 2015, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Seville Ashworth, and Troy McClain.
Sevyn was a first grader at the Millet Learning Center. He was bright, and adventurous. Sevyn was a special little boy, loving as well;...
Dudley Riley, Jr.
November 1, 2022
Mr. Dudley Riley, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 55 years. Dudley was born October 12, 1967, in Saginaw, Michigan to Dudley and Evelyn Riley.
Dudley Jr. was a very family-oriented man, who loved life no matter what came his way. He was known for his bright beautiful smile and pretty teeth....
Johnnie "George" Harris
November 1, 2022
Mr. Johnnie "George" Harris passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, in Louisville, Kentucky. Age 81 years. Johnnie was born December 18, 1940, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Calvin and Alberta Harris.
Johnnie, a United States Air Force Veteran, was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He was a member of Refreshing Life Ministries under the leadership of Superintendent Edward Jones. Johnnie retired...
John "Joe-Joe" Walker, Jr. (Lansing)
October 31, 2022
Mr. John F. Walker, Jr. transitioned from his earthly home to his Heavenly home on Monday, October 31, 2022, in Pinola, Mississippi. Age 58 years. He was born on January 4, 1964, in Lansing, Michigan. He was the son of Cora Jean Walker and John F. Walker, Sr.
John aka “Joe-Joe” was a resident of Lansing, Michigan for all his life....
Lee Anthony Lynn (Lansing)
October 29, 2022
Mr. Lee Anthony Lynn passed away Saturday, October 29, 2022, at his residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 62 years.
Lionel Thomas (Traverse City)
October 27, 2022
Mr. Lionel Thomas passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, at Munson Memorial Hospital in Traverse City, Michigan. Age 73 years. He was born to Henry Thomas, Sr. and Argusta Lett-Ausborn on August 3, 1946, in Montgomery, Alabama.
Lionel attended Union High School in Monroeville, Alabama. After high school he joined the United States Army. After his Honorable Discharge from the United...
Eleanor Hodges
October 25, 2022
Mrs. Eleanor Davis Hodges passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Covenant Healthcare Cooper. Age 74 years. She was born on April 11, 1948, in Bay City, Michigan, to Jerry and Agnes Davis.
Eleanor was a resident of Montrose, Michigan. She was a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church and she also attended Community of Christ. Eleanor was a...
William H. Middleton (Lansing)
October 25, 2022
Mr. William Henderson Middleton passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Sparrow Health Systems, Sparrow Campus in Lansing, Michigan. Age 63 years. He was born on June 3, 1959, in Lansing, Michigan, the son of James and Juanita Middleton.
William attended Eaton Rapids High School. He loved to cook and became a Chef, working until he became ill. William loved to...
Brian Keith Mcclendon
October 25, 2022
Mr. Brian Keith McClendon, a resident of Port Huron, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2022. He was born on March 22, 1964, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Berry A. McClendon and Willie Faye McClendon.
Brian attended Saginaw Public Schools and was a graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of 1982. After relocating to Port Huron, Brian received a certificate in...
Michelle Bledden (Lansing)
October 24, 2022
Michelle Marie Bledden was born December 10, 1953, in Lansing, Michigan.
Michelle, such a wise and truly beautiful person. Everyone that knew her learned something from her. She loved her family and was there for her children every second of her life. She had a spark like no other. Those who she called friends called her “Mickey”. We were all so...
E'Mari Bachan Doss-Collins
October 23, 2022
Miss E’mari Bachan Doss-Collins, born April 30, 2006, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Diamond Doss and Esmond Collins, received her wings on Sunday, October 23, 2022, in Saginaw, Michigan, at the age of 16 years.
E’mari, a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, attended Arthur Hill High School with the graduating Class of 2024. She attended Victorious Believers Ministries Church of God in Christ,...
Albert Burton
October 23, 2022
Our beloved brother, father, and grandfather, Albert Junior Burton, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at the age of 48 years. Albert was born on October 15, 1974, in Saginaw Michigan, to Abbott and Diane Burton.
Albert grew up surrounded by his enormous family. He was a passionate, caring, and loving man who was authentically and...
Agatha Marie Cheeks (Lansing)
October 23, 2022
Ms. Agatha Marie Cheeks went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 23, 2022, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 70 years. She was born August 15, 1952, in Lansing, Michigan, the daughter of James, Sr. and Minnie Cheeks.
Agatha was a lifelong resident of Lansing. She was educated in the Lansing School District, graduating from J. W. Sexton in 1970....
Debra Yvonne Walker
October 21, 2022
Mrs. Debra Yvonne (Webb) Walker, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, wife, aunt, and friend, passed away from this life on Friday, October 21, 2022, at DMC Sinai Grace Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. She was born on November 16, 1970, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Samuel and Doris Jean (Irvin) Webb.
Debra gave her life to Christ at an early age at Clearstone...
Christopher Sparks (Lansing)
October 21, 2022
Mr. Christopher Sparks passed away Friday, October 21, 2022, at Sparrow Health Systems Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 52 years.
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