Obituaries

Nov 18, 2024

Devin O’mari Newcombe, born on December 29th, 2006, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, to Rondell D. Newcombe and Miriah A. Brown, passed away on November 18th, 2024. Devin embraced his faith at the age of 16, and was baptized at Union Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois.

 Devin attended West Chicago Community High School and served as the manager of the varsity...

Nov 13, 2024

Toya Rochelle Jenkins was born on April 2nd, 1947, at Cook County General Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She was the second of five children born to Timothy and Constance Jenkins and is survived by her brother Douglas Lynn Jenkins and sister Deborah Lee Jenkins. In 1967 Toya married William A. Jordan they had daughters from this union Myown Michelle Allison...

Nov 13, 2024

Arthur Lee Taliaferro was born August 11, 1946, to Lutherlia and Lue Ora Taliaferro in Water Valley, MS. Arthur confessed his faith in Christ at an early age and was baptized at Bayson Chapel Church in Water Valley, MS. He would later join St. Paul M. B. Church. The latter part of his life, he kept God close and attended...

Nov 8, 2024

Nov 6, 2024

Obituary for Jennie Lee Allen Burton



Jennie Lee Allen Burton, born January 1, 1934, in Tunica, Mississippi, was the beloved eldest child of Albert and Corrine Allen. Raised on a plantation where her parents were sharecroppers, Jennie’s early life was marked by resilience, hard work, and a deep-rooted faith that would guide her throughout her life. Fondly known as “Tea” or...

Oct 26, 2024

Mr. Billie Dean Payne was born on May 11th, 1938 in Tutwiler, MS to the union of Willie Lu Martin & John Payne who preceded him in death. 

Paw Paw, as Billie was called by his family and closest friends was a born again Christian and confessed his faith in Christ at an early age. Billie was a proud veteran and...

Oct 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of Edith J. McElroy-Boler**

Edith J. McElroy-Boler, a vibrant spirit and beloved matriarch, was born on September 26, 1943, to Edna Lawrence and Thessalonia Davis in Chicago, IL. Her journey through life was filled with love, laughter, and indomitable spirit that touched the hearts of all who knew her.

Ed's education began in the bustling city of Chicago, where...

Oct 16, 2024

Oct 14, 2024

Renee Denise Knox Carter, born September 19, 1952 to Christine Holloway in Jacksonville, Florida, was a beacon of love and strength for her family. She journeyed through life with grace and compassion, eventually moving to Illinois, where she created a warm and loving home. Surrounded by her loved ones, Renee transitioned peacefully from this life to Glory on October 14,...

Oct 3, 2024

**In Loving Memory of Jemia Erin Laye**

Jemia Erin Laye was born on July 3, 1978, in Chicago, Illinois, to the beloved parents James and Joyce Laye. A proud graduate of South Shore High School's Class of 1998, Jemia embarked on a fulfilling career in the Food and Hospitality industry, where her warm spirit and dedication shone brightly.

Jemia's faith played a...

Oct 3, 2024

Augustin 'Gus' Galeas, born on August 26, 1946, passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2024. He was a loving father, grandfather, husband, uncle, brother, son, and friend, cherished by all who knew him.

As one of four remaining siblings from a family of seven, Gus was a loving son to Efrain and Eulalia Galeas. He is survived by his devoted wife,...

Sep 12, 2024

One Glad morning, when this life is over, I will fly away. Mrs. Inez Ashley, affectionately known as "Mama Nez ", made her Heavenly transition on September 12th, 2024. Born to proud parents Nathaniel Johnson Sr. and Sarah Johnson on August 1st, 1942, in Bolton, Mississippi. Inez was the fifth child of fifteen born to this union. Her parents instilled...

Sep 8, 2024

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Sep 1, 2024

Niesha Nicole Buchanan Canada, affectionately known as Moo-Moo or Ne-Ne, passed away on September 1, 2024, in Chandler, Arizona, at the age of 36. Preceded in death by her Loving Mother, LaTanya Chestnut & Stepfather, Michael Chestnut Sr. Niesha was born to LaTanya Nicole Chestnut and Brian Buchanan Sr, on September 10, 1987, in Maywood, IL. 

She dedicated her life to...

Aug 23, 2024

Mr. Charles “Eric” Moore was born January 26, 1971, in Chicago, IL, to Mearlee Moore (Wilkerson) and Charles “Moe” Moore. Eric graduated from Austin High School in 1989 but attended Metropolitan High School for most of his high school education. Shortly after graduating high school, Eric started a career managing stocks at a large global company called Chicago Mercantile Exchange....

Aug 19, 2024

Aug 4, 2024

I lived an amazing life,

I came into the world as the third child of late Samuel Norwood Sr and late Odessa Norwood on January 3rd, 1964. I was born amazingly large, I weighed over 10 pounds.

My mom never let me forget how those labor pains were coming, hence the middle name Paine.

Jul 19, 2024

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Jul 13, 2024

BORN TO THIS LIFE: JANUARY 13, 1921

BORN TO ETERNAL GLORY IN CHRIST: JULY 13, 2024

Psalm 116:15: “Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his Godly ones”

John Locke, 17th century English philosopher, Age of Enlightenment thinker, physician, and major contributor to the U. S. Declaration of Independence...