Obituaries

Donna Haymon (Lansing)

Donna Haymon (Lansing)

February 4, 2025

Ms. Donna Haymon passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Age 64 years.

Christy Uribe

Christy Uribe

February 4, 2025

Ms. Christy Uribe passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw.  Age 70 years.

Johnnie Junior Porter

Johnnie Junior Porter

February 4, 2025

Mr. Johnnie Junior Porter passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Covenant Healthcare Cooper.  Age 51 years.

A service is not planned at this time. Please remember the family in your prayers.

Bobbie Lowery

Bobbie Lowery

February 3, 2025

Bobbie James Lowery passed away at his home on February 3, 2025. He was born to James and Estelle Lowery in Saginaw, Michigan on September 23, 1943. 

He attended Saginaw public schools and graduated from Saginaw High School, class of 1962. After graduation, Bobbie enlisted in the U.S. Air Force where he received an honorable discharge. Shortly after returning home, he...

Michael R. Smith (Lansing)

Michael R. Smith (Lansing)

February 3, 2025

Mr. Michael Ray Smith was born on Tuesday, October 26, 1954, in West Virginia to parents, Reginald and Nelgene Smith. He passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 70 years old.

Michael was raised in Gauley Bridge, West Virginia. He graduated from Gauley Bridge high school. After moving to Michigan, he took a course in psychology at Lansing Community College...

Robert Owens

Robert Owens

February 3, 2025

Mr. Robert W. Owens was born February 6, 1943, in Henry, Tennessee, to William and Mary Odessa Wilkins Owens. He gained his wings on Monday, February 3, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan.

Robert came to Michigan in August 1976. He was employed by the Wickes Company and Brother Arthur's Fish Market for many years.

Robert leaves to cherish his memories one son, Robert...

Latronda Browder

Latronda Browder

February 3, 2025

Ms. LaTronda Browder “Boppy G” was born to Walter and Geraldine Browder in Saginaw, Michigan on October 24, 1973.

Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, LaTronda Browder, departed life on Monday, February 3, 2025, peacefully at her home.

LaTronda enjoyed many hobbies such as doing puzzles, watching her favorite TV shows, and most of all spending time with her “Boppy G babies”.

LaTronda...

Jennefie Parson Stewart

Jennefie Parson Stewart

February 3, 2025

The Lord called a precious jewel, Jennefie Parson Stewart affectionally known to some as "Sudder," on Monday, February 3, 2025. She was born on Wednesday, August 16, 1950, in Vicksburg, Mississippi to James and Bertha (Evans) Parson.

Jennefie and her beloved husband, Bill, were married on July 31, 1967. She was a member of the Rosa A. Temple High School Class...

Annie Marie Johnson

Annie Marie Johnson

February 2, 2025

Mrs. Annie Marie (Mushatt) Johnson passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at McLaren Hospital in Flint, Michigan. Age 58 years. She was born in Montgomery, Alabama, on May 11, 1966, to Reella Mushatt and McKinley Mushatt Sr.

Annie lived in Saginaw before moving to Flint. She graduated from Saginaw High School and retired from Talecris after many years of service. Annie...

Erma L. Dennis

Erma L. Dennis

February 1, 2025

With love and gratitude, we celebrate the remarkable life of Erma Dennis, who peacefully transitioned from this life on February 1, 2025, at the age of 103. Born on August 25, 1921, in Memphis, Tennessee, Erma was a woman of strength, resilience, and unwavering honesty. She was loving but didn’t take any mess—she spoke her mind, stood her ground, and...

Jessie Spears (Lansing)

Jessie Spears (Lansing)

January 31, 2025

Jessie Ivory Spears was born on Sunday, January 29, 1956, in Pontiac, Michigan to parents, Annie B. Warren and J.I. Spears. He passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at the age of 69 years. 

Jessie was a resident of Lansing, Michigan and a member of Rivers of Life Church, in Holt, Michigan. He worked for General Motors, the YMCA, and...

Jayden Malachi Ryan (Lansing)

Jayden Malachi Ryan (Lansing)

January 31, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved son Jayden Ryan. Jayden went home to his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 31, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Jayden was 17 years old. He was born on Saturday, February 3, 2007, in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Robert Ryan ll and Sharonda Ryan. 

Jayden was a...

Rolland Flood "Rusty"

Rolland Flood "Rusty"

January 31, 2025

Mr. Rolland Joseph Flood affectionally known as “Rusty” passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, at Covenant Healthcare-Harrison. Age 63 years. Rolland was born June 6, 1961, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Joe N. and Lula Flood.

Rolland attended Saginaw High School and loved to be around people having fun. He loved driving around the city and playing his music. Rusty would make...

Garfield King, Jr. "Bruh"

Garfield King, Jr. "Bruh"

January 30, 2025

Mr. Garfield King, Jr. "Bruh" passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Covenant Healthcare-Harrison.  Age 85 years. He was born August 10, 1939, to Nellie Green-King and Garfield King Sr., in Greenville, Mississippi.

Mr. King had been a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, since 1943. He accepted Jesus Christ and was baptized at an early age in Mississippi. Garfield attended Saginaw Public...

Priscilla Renee Davenport (Lansing)

Priscilla Renee Davenport (Lansing)

January 29, 2025

 Celebration of 

Priscilla Renee Davenport

Her Beautiful Life Story

Ms. Priscilla Renee Davenport transitioned from labor to reward on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 60 years old. She was born in Victoria Arkansas on Sunday, March 15, 1964, to Howard and LeOra Davenport. She holds the distinctive honor of being the first and eldest child member of...

CéAsia Matthews (Lansing)

CéAsia Matthews (Lansing)

January 29, 2025

CéAsia Matthews passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Age 10 years. 

Julia Marie Essex

Julia Marie Essex

January 29, 2025

Ms. Julia Essex passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 35 years. Julia was born November 20, 1989, in Saginaw, Michigan to Robert Lee Essex Sr. and Christy Baker.

Julia affectionately known as “Red-Juicy” was a loving, adventurous, and ambitious individual. Julia attended Saginaw Public Schools.

Julia leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Amari Danielle Gonzales;...

Noble Ramsey, Jr.

Noble Ramsey, Jr.

January 28, 2025

Mr. Noble Ramsey Jr., affectionately known as “The Skin Man” a very well-respected man and our beloved and devoted father, husband, grandfather, and great grandfather departed this life and went home to be with the Lord on January 28, 2025. Age 81 years. He was born October 23, 1943, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Noble and Adabell (Doncan) Ramsey. He...

Lisa Bridenbaker

Lisa Bridenbaker

January 26, 2025

Ms. Lisa Bridenbaker, a devoted, loving mother, grandmother, and fiancée, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 51 years. She was born on February 3, 1973, to Marsha and Gary Galbraith, in Honolulu, Hawaii. 

Lisa was a resident of Bridgeport Township, Michigan. She loved the outdoors, especially making memories at the beach. Her saying was "I'm still...

Shirley Avery

Shirley Avery

January 26, 2025

Ms. Shirley Avery passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Stone Crest Assisted Living Center. Age 76 years. She was born on July 26, 1948, to Quita Ellis and James Wilson, in Camden, Arkansas.

Shirley, a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, attended Zion Valley Baptist Church where she served with the Women of Praise and the Ushers' Ministry. She was an...