Obituaries

Jul 13, 2024

Ms. Dorothy J. Ambrose Miller was born on July 4, 1947, in Tchula, Mississippi, through the union of Thelma and John Miller, who both preceded her in death. Dorothy confessed her life to Christ very early and later served as a Mother of the Divine Providence Baptist Church in Chicago, IL.

Ms. Dorothy completed her education in...

Jul 13, 2024

Life Reflections

John Ervin Robinson was the youngest child of Anthony and Rosie Robinson’s 3 children. John’s life journey began on Thursday, July 25th, 1940 in Carrollton, MS. His spiritual journey began at Progressive Missionary Baptist Church in Greenwood, MS.

John’s “dimpled” smile and charismatic personality were his life trademarks. His energetic vibe attracted most...

Jul 11, 2024

“A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN”

One finds herself engulfed in thoughts of what a new day brings

Eyes open cries heard flowers burst open from the dew

Birds sing and the dawn emerges so does life begin

The early morning awakening brings to...

Jul 3, 2024

Life’s Reflection

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

Jul 3, 2024

Lue Emma Edenburgh was born February 8,1952 in Belzoni, Mississippi to Ida Mae and James Edenburgs Sr. In 1956, her family moved to Gary, Indiana, the place she would forever call home. She was a fun-loving and feisty child that in kindergarten, decided that she would like to be called just "Emma". Emma graduated from Froebel High School in...

Jul 2, 2024

Merrel Daniel Booker Jr. (affectionately known as Booker) was born to Merrel Sr. and Erma Beatrice (Barbour) Booker on September 20, 1941, in Jersey City, New Jersey. He and his family spent his formative years traveling and living in different regions of the country before settling in Chicago.

After graduating from the University of Chicago Lab School,...

Jun 29, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Kaishawn Stone. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jun 23, 2024

Alma Calloway was born May 2, 1941, in Jackson, Mississippi to Alvin Pratt, Sr. and Lula Bell Pratt, who preceded her in death. Alma was the youngest daughter of this union.

Alma was educated in the Mississippi school system and moved to Chicago thereafter. Alma worked at Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center and retired after 41 years...

Jun 23, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Brandon Avila. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

May 18, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Reina Gandarilla. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

May 7, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Karen Reese. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

May 3, 2024

Alyce Ruth Meredith was born October 5, 1932, to the union of Ernest Smith Johnson and Magnolia Gregory Johnson in Meridian, Mississippi.

Alyce was a loving and kind child, and throughout her lifetime she remained loving, kind, and generous to her family and friends. At a very young age, Alyce was united with the Haven Chapel Methodist...

Apr 25, 2024

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Carolyn Ann Evans was born on September 21, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois to her loving and hardworking parents Murphy and Sarah Buckley. Because of Daddy Murphy’s (her father) military background and his dream of starting his own business, Buckley’s Construction, they settled in Marysville,...

Apr 17, 2024

Tiffany Rosemary Gill was born June 5,1983 to the union of Gwendolyn Gill-Harris and Cleotha Harris in Chicago, Illinois. She was the only daughter born to this union. She was perceived by her father Cleotha Harris, her Uncle Gregory Gill, and her grandparents. She was born and raised on the West Side of Chicago,IL, and she received her primary...

Mar 20, 2024

Thomas Chapmon, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather made his transition on March 20, 2024. Thomas was born on December 28, 1941, in the rural town of Bynum, Alabama. He was born from the union of Evelyn Sumlin and Cleveland Chapmon, who preceded him in death. Thomas has shared 61 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Gussie. Their...

Mar 20, 2024

Roosevelt (Cody) Morrison graced the world on April 10, 1930. He was the first and only child born to Alex and Willie Bell Morrison in Birmingham, Alabama.

He attended school in Birmingham AL, where he met and later married Mildred L. Thornton who he lovingly referred to as "Slim ". In 1952 they were married and had...

Mar 14, 2024

Fritzi June Mitchell was born December 20, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois. She was the daughter of Charles James Mitchell and Louise Mitchell who preceded her in death. She married Orlando Jones June 10, 2002. She was baptized as a young girl. She and Orlando are members of the Lighthouse Church of All Nations where they served on the Dining...

Mar 11, 2024

Our beloved Barbara Jean Robinson, affectionately known as “Cleo” to her family and friends, was born on March 31, 1953, in Gages Spring Community in Durant Mississippi. Barbara was the second eldest child and the oldest daughter of eleven born to her proud parents, the late James Robinson and Bessie Mae Jackson of Gages Springs Community. Barbara accepted Christ...

Mar 3, 2024

It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Jackie S. Noyes, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024. Jackie was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Marjorie Noyes, and siblings Rose, Beverly, Shirley, Carol, Ted, and Judy. He leaves behind his loving wife of...

Mar 2, 2024

Joan B. Gray affectionately known by some as “Joanie”, was born July 29, 1949 to Edith Arlene Langford and William Lincoln Gray in Chicago, Illinois. Joan passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024.

Joan will be remembered as the loving matriarch of her family, a loyal friend, a staunch supporter of the arts, and a cultural trailblazer....