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....

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...