Obituaries

Marilyn Pennywell

Marilyn Pennywell

August 30, 2025

Ms. Marilyn Pennywell passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025 at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan.  Age 86 years.

Kenneth Dale Smith

Kenneth Dale Smith

August 30, 2025

Mr. Kenneth Dale Smith passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025 at his home surrounded by family in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 67 years.

Barbara Townsend

Barbara Townsend

August 25, 2025

Ms. Barbara Townsend passed away Monday, August 25, 2025 at Covenant Hospital. Age 69 years.

Cortney King

Cortney King

August 23, 2025

Ms. Cortney King passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 43 years.

Nathan L. Pentecost, Jr.

Nathan L. Pentecost, Jr.

August 23, 2025

Mr. Nathan Lamar-Will Pentecost, Jr. passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 21 years.

Evangelist Alberta McCullem

Evangelist Alberta McCullem

August 23, 2025

Evangelist Alberta McCullem transitioned from labor to reward with the Lord on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 93 years.

Imari Thomas

Imari Thomas

August 23, 2025

Miss Imari Thomas passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 23 years.

Hazel J. Irvin

Hazel J. Irvin

August 22, 2025

Mrs. Hazel J. Jackson Irvin was born March 25, 1948, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Hayward Bell and Willie Ruth Jackson. She was raised by the late Isaac Riley, to age 12, when she moved from Pine Bluff to Saginaw, Michigan, where she completed her General Education Development (GED) in the Saginaw Public School System. She married Larry D. Irvin,...

Duane J. Fairris

Duane J. Fairris

August 22, 2025

Mr. Duane J. Fairris passed away Friday, August 22, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 66 years

Jerry Patterson

Jerry Patterson

August 20, 2025

Mr. Jerry Patterson passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 63 years. 

Ms. Johnnie M. Blount

Ms. Johnnie M. Blount

August 20, 2025

Ms. Johnnie M. Blount passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 83 years.

Norma Jean McLaurin

Norma Jean McLaurin

August 19, 2025

Welcome Thy Good and Faithful Servant

“Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.” – Proverbs 31:10

Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend, and church servant received her healing and rest with the Lord on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

Formally known as Norma Jean Staples, Deaconess Norma Jean McLaurin, affectionately called ‘Jean’, was born on December...

Lamont Ezell Jr.

Lamont Ezell Jr.

August 19, 2025

Mr. Lamont Ezell Jr. passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan. Age 43 years.

Lacrecia Bell

Lacrecia Bell

August 18, 2025

Lacrecia Antoinette Bell, beloved sister, niece, aunt, partner, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025. Though our hearts are heavy, we honor her life with joy, gratitude, and love.

Born on January 9, 1965, in Saginaw, Michigan, Lacrecia lived a life filled with laughter, determination, and compassion. She was known for her ever-present smile, quick wit, and fiery...

Darrell Lamar Palmer

Darrell Lamar Palmer

August 17, 2025

Mr. Darrell Lamar Palmer, formerly of Saginaw, Michigan, Passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, in South Bend, Indiana. Age 35 years.

Evangelist Linda D. King

Evangelist Linda D. King

August 17, 2025

With heavy hearts and grateful spirits, we invite you to join us in prayerful reflection on the life of Evangelist Linda Darnell King, age 75 years, of Lansing, Michigan, who was gently called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Linda was born Friday, October 14, 1949, in Mobile, Alabama, to...

Havell "Buck" Hinton

Havell "Buck" Hinton

August 16, 2025

Mr. Havell "Buck" Hinton, a cherished brother, devoted uncle, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at Henry Ford St. John Hospital of Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 71. Buck was truly the heart of his family, known for his ability to bring everyone together and his vibrant spirit that touched all who knew him. He...

Doristeen Wright

Doristeen Wright

August 16, 2025

Ms. Doristeen Wright passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 67 years.

Mark Anthony Robinson

Mark Anthony Robinson

August 16, 2025

Mr. Mark Anthony Robinson passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 58 years.

Ronald Barnett Christian

Ronald Barnett Christian

August 15, 2025

Mr. Ronald Barnett Christian (better known as “KoKo”), was born on November 6th, 1975, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Ronald Doxie and Debra Christian. KoKo transitioned suddenly on Friday, August 15, 2025, in Coldwater, Michigan. Age 49 years.

Ronald was a family-oriented individual, believing a strong family unit formed the foundation of all success. He was an exceptionally creative person, having penned...