Jun 5, 2026

Jeffery Lee Brown was born on July 23, 1953, in Merigold, Mississippi, to the union of Mae Bertha Weatherspoon and Percy Brown.

Jeffery received his high school diploma from John Marshall High School and went on to build a life filled with hard work and dedication. Throughout the years, he held many different jobs, but the one he loved most was...

Jun 3, 2026

Marvin was born on June 9, 1966, at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, to Barbara Jasper and Joe O. Exson. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence brought joy and laughter to everyone around him.

Marvin dedicated much of his career to working in security, where he was known for his reliability, professionalism, and strong...

May 31, 2026

Mother Ethel Lee Polk was born on March 28, 1924, in Jackson, Mississippi. On May 31, 2026, at the age of 102, she peacefully transitioned from labor to reward, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, service, and devotion to God.

Mother Polk was a faithful and devoted member of Union Missionary Baptist Church for many years. She served faithfully on...

May 25, 2026

Kenisha Watkins was born on January 31, 1990 and she was not alone! She came into this would with a twin brother to meet her parents Denise Watkins and Sherman Williams.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Kenisha spent her childhood years in Marietta, Georgia, where she attended both grade school and Marietta High School. While there she grew up surrounded by her...

May 25, 2026

Annie Stanton of Bellwood, IL. was born on January 12, 1953, in Panola Alabama to the late Clate and Annie Stanton. Annie grew up in Salem and in Panola with her 9 sisters & 3 brothers. Annie grew up helping support her family working as a sharecropper in her youth. Annie attended York HS and graduated in 1972. After her...

May 22, 2026

Nicole Sheree Wilson was born on October 26, 1979 to the union of Columbus and Charmaine Pitts in Chicago Illinois.

Nicole Wilson receives her formal education at Senn High School.

Nicole Wilson accepted Christ as her savior at an early age and was united with Mount Ebeneezer Baptist Church.

Nicole Wilson was united and holy matrimony with Michael Sweenie on June 2002 in...

May 20, 2026

Earline Drummond was born on June 27, 1939, in Coaling, Alabama, to the late Lee Underwood and Rossie Underwood. She was the youngest of four children.

At an early age, Earline accepted Christ as her Savior and attended Mt. Ebell Baptist Church in Brent, Alabama, where she began building the strong faith that would guide her throughout her life.

At the age...

May 20, 2026

It is with profound sadness and yet enduring love that we announce the passing of Johnny "Blade" Butler, a cherished son, father, brother, and friend, who left us on May 20, 2026, at the age of 50. Johnny was born on June 16, 1975 in Chicago, Illinois, to Elaine Butler and Johnny Butler Sr., and from the very beginning, his...

May 19, 2026

Annette Thigpen, lovingly known as "Mome," was born on October 24, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois, to Gennie Mae Thigpen and Theodis Newton Jr. She was the third of eight beautiful children. She was preceded in death by both of her parents and her two brothers, Derrick and Douglas.

Annette was known for her compassionate heart, generous spirit, and unwavering love for...

May 18, 2026

Willie B. (Betta) Kitchen was born on October 31, 1952, in Walls, Mississippi, to Louise Dean and William Johnson, who preceded her in death. Willie stepped out into the water at an early age in 1960 under the leadership of the late Rev. R.C. McCray.

Then the Lord said, "Go ye forth and be fruitful". From Willie's tree came six fruits:...

May 15, 2026

Reginald E Thompson, lovingly known as "SNUG" was born December 18, 1989 on the westside of Chicago to Janice Harris and Reginald Thompson. He received his carlier education from Howe Elementary then later Marshall High School where he received his high school diploma. After high school he worked various jobs throughout the city and surrounding suburbs. He departed this life...

May 11, 2026

Debra Ann Davis, Lovingly known as "Debbie," was borarn

December 23, 1957, in Chicago to Charles Davis Sr. and Margaret Rodriguez-Davis. Debbie was the second born of two very special children. Then Margaret blessed them both with a beautiful sister, Charlene Davis.

Debra accepted Christ Jesus as her Lord and Savior at a young age. She was raised in a faith-filled home...

May 10, 2026

Kathryn Mae Holmes Williams was born in Chicago, Ilinois on September 24, 1948, to the late James Holmes Sr. and Lillie Mae Holmes who preceded her in death, as well as her daughter, April Williams; brothers James Holmes and Curtis Holmes, sisters; Mary Alice Hardy and Mildred Holmes. Kathryn departed this life on Sunday, May 10, 2026.

Kathryn attended Manley High...

May 9, 2026

Anthony Ray Essie was born on March 19th, 1954 in Leland Mississippi to the union of Robert and Hertie Essie who proceeds him in death.

Anthony accepted Christ at an early age in Leland Mississippi. The family later moved to Chicago where Anthony attended grammar school and George Westing House College Prep High School.

Ray loved his family with a passion, his...

May 7, 2026

With love and deep remembrance, we celebrate the beautiful life of Bobbie Young, who peacefully departed this life on May 7th, 2026. Born on August 20, 1952, in Chicago, Bobbie was a woman whose warmth, strength, and vibrant spirit touched everyone blessed to know her.

Bobbie dedicated much of her life to caring for others through her work as a Certified...

May 4, 2026

Gertrude Dunlap was born April 8, 1945 in Friar’s Point, Mississippi to John and Flora Lee Anderson.

Gertrude was educated in School District 189 in East Saint Louis, Illinois.

Gertrude was a loving, humble, caring person that took everybody in. She was also sassy with a no non sense personality.

Gertrude knew Christ at an early age. She was a member of Mount...

May 2, 2026

Apr 25, 2026

Helen Jenkins, lovingly known as "Boozie," was born on March 6, 195, in Yazoo City, Mississippi to

Johnny and Mary Cooper. She peacefully departed this life on April 25, 2026, at the age of 75 in Chicago.

Helen accepted Christ into her life and carried her faith with strength throughout the years. She was a strong-willed, lively, and fun-loving woman who brought...

Apr 21, 2026

Mattie Pearl Fitch, affectionately known as "Spit Fire," was born

on August 20, 1935, to Minnie Pearl Hudson and Cleveland Moseley, both of whom preceded her in death. She was raised in Noxapater, Mississippi, by her devoted grandparents, Pearlie Mae and Andrew Your, where she developed a strong foundation of faith, resilience, and character. She later married Will Fitch, moved to...

Apr 20, 2026

Kaye Sandra Ellis, affectionately known as "Tea-Mama", 73 of Chicago,

Illinois (formerly of Stuttgart, Arkansas) died April 20, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. She was born February 18, 1953 in Stuttgart, Arkansas, a daughter of the late Rufus Ellis Sr. and Augusta Roe. She was the fifth child of twelve children.

Kaye Sandra accepted Christ as her Lord and savior at Greater St....