Settina Arlean Luellen

Settina Arlean Luellen

Sep 14, 2026

Settina was born on a foggy, Sunday afternoon on March 22, 1981, to Arlean McKinney and Phillip Hansbrough, both who preceded her in death along with son Alijah Luellen. Settina was a longtime resident of Chicago, Illinois. She attended Chicago public schools and worked jobs that were close to home. Such as Chicago Public Schools in her community, Popeyes, and...

Beverly Grant

Beverly Grant

Sep 1, 2026

Beverly Victoria Woodard Grant was born on Friday, February 28, 1958, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, to her loving parents, Billie Hallum and Ethel Lee Woodard. She was raised in a family where love, faith, and the importance of family were cherished values.

Her father, Billie Hallum; her mother, Ethel Lee Woodard; her husband, Alexander Grant; and her grandson, Romeo I. Grant, preceded...

Elmer Dwayne Hill
Mother Carolyn Jones

Mother Carolyn Jones

Aug 24, 2026

Carolyn Jones was born Carolyn Smith to Lady B and Otis Smith Sr on October 3, 1953 in Clarksdale,Mississippi. She came to Chicago as a young girl and attended Chicago Public Schools where her beautiful spirit allowed her to gain many friends from all walks of life.



Throughout her life, Carolyn held various jobs, but while caring for her grandchildren, she...

Jimmy D. Roberts

Jimmy D. Roberts

Aug 21, 2026

Jimmy Dale Roberts was born on July 27, 1948, in Lula, Mississippi, to Mokialey Roberts and Surella Summers.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, McKinley & Surella Roberts; his son, Vern Aaron Roberts Sr; his granddaughter, Brittney Williams; and his siblings, May-Rena, Leflora, Tommie, McKinley Jr., Howard, Nelson, Eddie, Robbi, Miller, Bessy, and Wretha.

Jimmy later moved to Chicago, Illinois,...

Elizabeth Rose Reed

Elizabeth Rose Reed

Aug 15, 2026

Elizabeth Rose Reed, affectionately known as "Fluff", a nickname given by her father due to her chubby face as a baby, was born October II, 1963 in Chicago, Illinois to Levola Reed and Norman Reed whom both proceeded her in death.

Elizabeth was raised in the Near North Side/Old Town neighborhoods and attended Near North Magnet Career High School where she...

Johnnie Mae Washington

Johnnie Mae Washington

Aug 15, 2026

WHERE MY STORY BEGAN

I was born September 8, 1939, in Drew, Mississippi, to Paul and Willie Mae Coleman, the oldest of their four children. On May 14, 1955, I married Robert Washington Jr., and from our union eleven children were born. In 1958 we moved to Chicago, where I attended Cooley High School, and I spent more than twenty five...

Steve Tingle

Steve Tingle

Aug 14, 2026

Mr. Steve Tingle Sr. (affectionately known as” Sweet Tee”) was born on November 22, 1959, to the union of John Hershel Tingle Sr. and Bernice Austin Tingle at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, IL.

Both parents whom he loved so dearly, two brothers: James Edward Tingle Sr. (Ed), Johnny Hershel Tingle Jr., his sister: Diane Tingle, great-granddaughter: Carmen Waltermire and his...

Danny Barrow

Danny Barrow

Aug 6, 2026

Danny Barrow was born on April 18, 1952, to the union of Walter and Willie Barrow, both of whom preceded him in death.

In 1987, Danny accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at Armitage Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Charles Lyons. His faith became an important part of his life and guided him in his love and service...

Dorothy J. Collier

Dorothy J. Collier

Jul 31, 2026

Dorthy J. Collier was born on July 17, 1942, in Birmingham, Alabama, to her parents, Sue Ethel and ST, who preceded her in death.

Dorthy was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and most of all, a friend to many. She graduated from Lucy Flowers High School in Chicago, Illinois.

Dorthy spent much of her time with her family, whom she loved...

Terri Ann Jenkins

Terri Ann Jenkins

Jul 28, 2026

Terri A. Jenkins affectionately called "Mama-Girl & TAJ" was the sixth of ten children born January 9, 1953, to the union of Thomas and Emma Jenkins who preceded her in death. Terri married Van Thomas in January of 1978 who also preceded her death.

Terri departed this life early Tuesday morning July 28, 2026. Mama-girl has taken her place in eternity...

Mary Madgeline Delaney-Smith

Mary Madgeline Delaney-Smith

Jul 25, 2026

Mary Madgeline Delaney Smith was born in Sunflower, Mississippi, on March 16, 1945, the 10th of 11 children born to Joe Delaney Sr. and Pearlie Mae Brown. Mary departed this life on July 25, 2026, at 4:30 a.m., at the age of 81.

Mary moved to Chicago in 1954 at the age of nine years old. Mary attended Sumner Elementary School...

Tracy Tucker

Tracy Tucker

Jul 16, 2026

Tracy "Gingo" Tucker was born on May 31, 1971, on the Near North side of Chicago, Illinois, to Clinton and Mary Tucker. He was the youngest of four children. From an early age, Tracy was known as an extraordinary child with a kind heart. He was baptized at a young age and attended church with his family.

Tracy was a natural-born...

Mildred Pickett-Thompson

Mildred Pickett-Thompson

Jul 16, 2026

Mildred Denise Thompson, affectionately known as "Peach," was born on October 12, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Ellen T. Pickett and Benjamin Pickett. On July 16, 2026, she peacefully entered eternal rest.

Peach was a baptized believer whose life was rooted in faith, love, compassion, and service. She was a faithful member of her church and found strength in...

Eugene Logan Williams

Eugene Logan Williams

Jul 14, 2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF EUGENE LOGAN WILLIAMS

Eugene Logan Williams was born on August 28, 1959, to the late Eleanor Logan and Eugene Logan. Raised with the values of hard work, perseverance, respect, and faith, he carried these principles throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his parents and his nephew, Kenny Walker.

He leaves to cherish his memory his...

John Edward Richardson

John Edward Richardson

Jul 13, 2026

John Edward Richardson, Sr., affectionately known as "Big John," was the ninth of sixteen children born to the late David Richardson, Sr. and Inez Joiner Richardson on September 1944, in Tchula, Mississippi. Surrounded by the love of his family, John peacefully answered God's call and entered eternal rest on July 13, 2026.

John accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior...

Monett Wiley-Temple

Monett Wiley-Temple

Jul 13, 2026

Born on October 18, 1985 in Chicago Illinois, Monett was the beloved Child of Shirley Wiley. 

Throughout life, she exemplified, authenticity, resilience, faith, and unconditional love. Monett touched, countless lives through a generous heart, infectious life, and a spirit that made everyone feel welcomed.

Monett attended Wilbur Wright, College and Benedict University and dedicated 15+ years to a career as a nurse...

Jonas Lenear Underwood

Jonas Lenear Underwood

Jul 7, 2026

Jonas Lenear Underwood was born on August 16, 1964, to Humphrey P. Underwood and Julia Lee Marshall Underwood. Jonas attended preschool in the Head Start Program in Rosedale, Mississippi. He attended West Bolivar Elementary School and West Bolivar Junior High School, where he participated in football and trade courses. Jonas relocated to Chicago and attended John Marshall High School.

Thereafter, he...

Mary A. Thomas

Mary A. Thomas

Jul 6, 2026

Mary Hadley was born to the proud parents of Rufus and Beatrice Hadley on September 13, 1937. She accepted our Lord and Savior at an early age.

On June 23, 1957 Mary married the love of her life, Jerry Thomas. Together they raised eight children, Frankie (Mary), Amos, Vivian, Betty, John (Mary), Yvette, Sherry (Glenn) and Gerome. Not only was she...

Edward Lee Grant

Edward Lee Grant

Jul 6, 2026

Edward Lee Grant was born on November 26, 1958, in Marked Tree, AR, to Lillie Mae and Leroy Grant Sr. He spent his early years in Marked Tree, and in 1969 the family moved to Chicago, IL. Edward enjoyed his childhood surrounded by the love of his many siblings. He attended elementary school at Michael Faraday. He later attended Marshall...