Feb 19, 2026

Henry Lee hill affectionately known as Uncle Jelly was born January 7th, 1941 in Macon, Mississippi to the late Anderson & Ella hill. Henry confessed to Christ at an early age & joined Mt. Moriah Methodist Church. Henry attended elementary & high school in Macon, Mississippi.

Henry moved to Chicago, Illinois in 1969.

Henry worked various jobs in Chicago.

Henry departed life February...

Feb 17, 2026

Charles L. High was born on October 20, 1971, in Chicago,

Illinois, to Flora High and Arrington Walther High.

He attended Charles Darwin Elementary School and later pursued vocational training in driving, earning his Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Charles worked as a professional driver for several years before transitioning into forklift driving, where he continued to apply his skills and strong work...

Feb 15, 2026

Tyrean Kamari Owens Jr. was born on July 13, 2007, in Chicago, Illinois. From the very beginning, Tyrean carried a bold presence and a vibrant energy that could fill any room. With his confident walk, bright smile, and playful spirit, he made sure you knew when he had arrived.

As the youngest, Tyrean brought laughter and life into his family. He...

Feb 13, 2026

Linda Kate Rice was born on December 7, 1952, in Winston, Mississippi, to the late L.C. Carter and

Nettie Jane Carter. In her early years, her family relocated to Evanston, Illinois, where she was

raised and later attended Evanston Township High School. At the age of fifteen, she was baptized,

beginning a lifelong foundation of faith that carried her through every season of...

Feb 13, 2026

Christopher M. Rankins was born on June 24, 1983 in Chicago, IL to Annette Hardy and Marvin Rankins (Big Chris).

Chris graduated from Manley High School in 2001, laying the foundation for a life built on hard work and perseverance. Committed to furthering his education, he later earned his Master of Science in Business Management in 2017 from University of Phoenix...

Feb 6, 2026

Jan 28, 2026

Today, we gather not in sorrow, but in celebration, celebration of a life that began with purpose and unfolded with meaning.

On January 29, 1955, the world was gifted with the arrival of Kathy Glasper, born in Chicago, Illinois, to Jack and Inez Harrison. From her very first breath, she carried a light that would go on to touch countless lives.

Kathy...

Jan 19, 2026

Jan 17, 2026

Sammie Baker, a beloved matriarch, mentor, and source of strength to her family, was born on December 15, 1930, to the late Reverend Sam Freelon and Mary Freelon in Grenada, Mississippi.

Sammie accepted Christ as her Savior at an early age.

Sammie married Gene Baker, and to this union, children were born. Sammie then moved to Chicago, IL.

Sammie lived a long and...

Jan 9, 2026

Daviyae Keimar Shotwell, affectionately known as "Diggy," "Duke," "Mr. Do Berry," and "D'Shiesty," was born on March 21, 2008, in Chicago, Illinois, to Latanya Denise Cobbins and Dwayne Shotwell.

He was christened under the leadership of Pastor Michael Wright at True Freedom church. Later, he attended New Life Covenant Church with his mother under the leadership of Pastor John Hannah.

Daviyae's first...

Jan 6, 2026

Sonia April Teague was born on April 23, 1965, to Virgil and Jacqueline (Jackie) Teague in Chicago, Illinois. She is the oldest of 7 children between her parents and she loved every bit of it.

Sonia attended Farragut High School where she graduated and took up cosmetology. She accepted Christ in her life when she became an adult.

Sonia could brighten up...

Mar 4, 2006

Barbara Elaine Smith was born on October 28, 1958, to the union of the late Dollie Mae and Lavell Evans. She was one of seven children and, from an early age, was determined to do things her own way.

Affectionately known as "Toot," Barbara truly marched to the beat of her own drum. Her spirited personality, strong opinions, and famous phrase...