Helen Jenkins
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...
Mattie Pearl Fitch
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...
Kaye Sandra Ellis
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....
Billy Laqwon Ragland
Apr 17, 2026
Billy Lagwon Ragland was born on March 22, 2000, in Chicago, Ilinois
to the union of Billy Ragland and Lakisha Staples. Billy accepted Christ at an early age. He was a young man of God and carried himself with love. He regularly visited Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church with his mother and grandmother. Billy preceded in death by his aunt Vache Moore,...
Pearlie Mae Smith
Apr 8, 2026
Pearlie Mae Smith Loving known as Pearl was born to the union of George and Annie Washington on November 19, 1942, in Helena Arkansas. Pearl was a hard-working woman devoted to her children and grandchildren pearl loved to listen to her music and Aretha Franklin and Prince was her favorite. Pearl confessed in Christ at an early age. MT Olive...
Sonya Coprice Franklin
Apr 7, 2026
Sonya Coprice Franklin was born February 2, 1984 to Melvin Anderson and Norma Franklin in Chicago Illinois.
Sonya attended George Manierre Elementary School and Lincoln Park High School.
Sonya was a very kind hearted person. She always showed up for her family when needed. She loved her siblings dearly.
She would always call her mom on Saturday morning just to talk to her...
Denise Diane Smith
Apr 4, 2026
Denise Diane Smith, 64 of Chicago II, passed away on April 2,2026.
Denise, was born November 26, 1961 in Chicago Illinois to William C.
Smith and Bessie Mae Smith. Denise grew up on the north-side of Chicago in Old Town. (Neicy) as we called her, had a happy childhood full of love and rooted in family. She attended Saint Michael's grade school...
Sarah Jane Taylor
Apr 4, 2026
Sarah Jane Taylor (Lady T) was born in Chicago, Illinois, on September 24, 1961. She was the oldest of six children born to Bernice Lamar Taylor. Our mother knew Sarah was a special child from the moment she first laid eyes on her. When she brought her home, the first person she introduced her to was Uncle Elbert, who was...
Laserick Webster
Apr 3, 2026
On Friday, April 3, 2026, God called His faithful servant, Laserik J. Webster, lovingly known
as “Zeke,” from labor to reward. Though our hearts are heavy with sorrow, we rejoice in
knowing that he now rests peacefully in the loving arms of the Lord.
Laserik was born on December 16, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, to the proud parents of L.J.
Henry and Quillie D....
Carolyn Renee McCrary
Mar 31, 2026
Carolyn Renee McCrary was born on April 5, 1962, to the late Rubye Lee Griffin and Joseph Griffin. She was a vibrant, loving woman whose presence brought joy, laughter, and warmth to everyone who knew her.
Carolyn attended Marshall High School, where she was a proud cheerleader. From an early age, she was known for her fun-loving spirit and her love...
Willie Jessie James Patterson
Mar 21, 2026
Willie Jessie James Patterson was born on September 17, 1934 in Hamburg Mississippi to Georgia Patterson and Robert Gilmore.
Willie was known as Doc or Jessie to all his loved ones he was an observing and funny man who loved to curse and crack jokes. His passion was fixing trucks, cars and partying at motorcycle clubs. He was the granddad and...
Donald James Roland
Mar 19, 2026
Elder Donald Tames Roland was born on May 21, 959, in Chicago, Illinois to the proud parents, Mr and Mrs. Freeman Roland. In 1972 Donald relocated to California, where he resided with his older brother, Elbert and his wife. He later graduated from El Cerrito High School in El Cerrito, California.
Donald accepted Christ at an early age and began a...
Nick Hilary Davis Jr.
Mar 14, 2026
Nick Hiary Davis Jr. was born May 27, 1938 in Yazoo County Mississippi, to the loving parents of Nick Hilary S & Mary Davis also of Yazoo County, Mississippi, (both preceded him in death.
While still living in Yazoo County, in 1958 he met Doris Murphy, and on January 29, 1960, they were united in marriage. On January 1, 1966, with...
Sylvester Gates
Mar 13, 2026
Sylvester Gates was born on December 17, 1957, in Chicago, Winois, to the late Henry Ellis
and Martha Gates-Nalls, siblings; Debra, Erma, Jerry, Cedrick, Wanda, Edmond and Jerome, niece Tierra and nephew Cortez who preceded him in death.
Sylvester received his early education at Manley Elementary School and later attended Westinghouse High School, where he graduated in 1975.
At an early age, Sylvester...
Bernice Percy
Mar 10, 2026
With profound love and admiration, we honor the life of Bernice Percy, born May 1, 1946 in Gholson, Mississippi. Bernice is the oldest of 5 under the union of Geneva and Ivory Ray. On March 10, 2026, she peacefully transitioned, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Bernice shared a bond with her husband, Otis...
Calmeter Wallace McBeth
Mar 7, 2026
Calmeter Wallace Mcbeth a.k.a Rita was born December 19th, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois. She received her education at Tinley Park High School.
Rita was known for her bold personality and preparing meals for her family. She was very passionate about cooking, and her family loved her meals. She loved to watch sports. The Bears and Cubs were her favorite teams. She...
Cedric Lamar Elery Jr.
Mar 2, 2026
Cedric Lamar Elery Jr., lovingly called "Ceddy," was born on April 6, 2003, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to his mother Tomika Nelson (who preceded him in death) and Father Cedric Lamar Elery Sr.
At an early age, Cedric Jr. accepted Christ and was baptized at Greater St. John Bible Church under Rev. Ira J. Acree's leadership. He cherished attending church, and when...
Joe Willie Feazell
Feb 28, 2026
Joe Willie Feazell was born March 18, 1970, in Chicago, Illinois, to Lee Flora and Wilmer Feazell Sr. He confessed
Christ at a young age at New Hope M.B. Church.
Joe grew up on the North Side of Chicago. He attended Sojourner Truth and Schiller Grade School. He also attended Near North High School. Joe, also known as JG, loved his family...
Kayla Saquita Austin
Feb 27, 2026
Kayla Saquita Austin was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Gloria Perry and Tommie Austin Jr on May 18, 1991. Kayla accepted Christ at an early age, and was a member of Lively Stone Baptist Church. Her favorite scripture was Matthew 5:5 “Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the Earth.”
Kayla grew up on the west side of...
Cassanita Ciear Mosley
Feb 25, 2026
Cassanita was born to Edward Mosley and Angela Wiley, July 29, 1986 in Chicago Illinois.
Cassanita affectionately called by Cassie and Cassie Pooh was an outgoing, smart and witty young lady.
She gained friends and no one she met was a stranger because she loved on you through it all.
Cassie attended Leif Erickson grammar school and graduated from Fredrick Douglas Academy school....