Obituaries

Lenette Williams Reeves

Lenette Williams Reeves

Aug 5, 2026

Lenette “Nette” Williams was born on October 24, 1964, to Walter Williams Sr. and Leerean Williams. She accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Mountain Top Missionary Baptist Church, where she enjoyed lifting her voice in song as a member of the choir.

Lenette graduated from George W. Collins High School in 1982 and later continued her...

Jessie Lavalle Meredith

Jessie Lavalle Meredith

Aug 4, 2026

Jessie LaValle Meredith was born December 26, 1959, as the third of seven children to the union of Jessie L. Meredith and Alyce R. Meredith in Meridian, Mississippi.

Jessie was a loving and kind child, whose gentle and vibrant spirit remained constant throughout his life. At a very young age, he united with the Haven Chapel Methodist Church, laying the foundation...

Bruce Terence Meredith

Bruce Terence Meredith

Aug 3, 2026

Tuesday, September 21, 1965, in Meridian, Mississippi Alyce and Jessie were blessed with the birth of their sixth child, Bruce Terence.

The Meredith Family moved to Maywood, Illinois in 1966. Bruce attended Irving Elementary and Proviso East High Schools. Bruce was a Proviso East lettered football player. He was also the basketball team manager where he encouraged the same level of...

Veronica D Adams

Veronica D Adams

Aug 2, 2026

IN LOVING MEMORY Veronica Devon Adams aka “Ronnie”

Veronica Devon Adams — affectionately known to everyone as Ronnie — was born on October 1, 1960, to the loving union of Larnell and Ceola Adams. As the middle child, Ronnie held a special place in the family. Ronnie adored her daddy, Larnell, and she never stopped being his girl — heart and...

Jessie L. Meredith

Jessie L. Meredith

Jul 14, 2026

Jessie Lee Meredith was born May 6, 1935, to Everette Meredith and Elnora Evans in Meridian, Mississippi.

Jessie was a gentle and kind child, and throughout his lifetime he remained loving, kind, and generous to his family and friends. At a very young age, Jessie was united with the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church.

Jessie received his early education in the Meridian and...

Valerie Jean English

Valerie Jean English

Jul 9, 2026

Valerie Jean Rogers was born on February 14, 1954, in Xenia, Ohio, to Lloyd William Rogers and Alice Charlevoix (Powell) Rogers. She was the second of four children.

Valerie attended public schools in Xenia before continuing her education in Chicago. She graduated from Gillespie Upper Grade Center in 1968 and Harlan High School in 1972. Valerie went on to earn her...

Julius Jackson

Julius Jackson

Jul 7, 2026

Life’s reflections

Julius “Sunny” Jackson was born on July 13th, 1951, in Webb, Mississippi, to the union of Henry and Ella Jackson. He was the youngest of 14 children. He attended elementary school at Hess Upper Grade Center and graduated from Cregier Vocational High School in 1969.

He accepted Christ at an early age as his Lord and Savior in Chicago, Illinois,...

Lionor M. Zamora

Lionor M. Zamora

Jul 2, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Lionor M. Zamora on July 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 11, 1941, in Uvalde, Texas, Lionor was the cherished daughter of Damien and Aurelia Mansanarez. Her life was one of profound love and dedication to family, embodying the spirit of warmth and hospitality in every gesture.

Lionor...

Sheryl Anita Brown

Sheryl Anita Brown

Jun 25, 2026

Life Reflections

Sheryl Anita Brown was born on February 11,1956 to parents William H. Brown Sr. and Virlyn M. Brown, of Detroit, Michigan.

Sheryl was the youngest and had one older brother William “Billy” Brown Jr. However, Sheryl would tell anyone who would listen she was the oldest, probably meaning the smartest.

Sheryl was an active member in church, Fellowship Chapel, Detroit, Michigan...

Jessica Jamie Glover

Jessica Jamie Glover

Jun 22, 2026

Jessica Jamie Glover

Jessica Jamie Glover was born on December 24, 1986, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Jesse J. Glover, Sr. and Brenda Glover. She was the second of three children, with one brother, Jesse Glover, Jr., and one sister, Kelly Glover.

Jessica was blessed to be brought to the Church of God in a blanket, beginning a lifelong connection to...

Eulastene Coppage

Eulastene Coppage

Jun 2, 2026

Eulastene Coppage, affectionately nicknamed “Honey”, was born on January 15, 1939, in Sledge, Mississippi to Clarence Williams and Janie Clark. It was in Mississippi that Eulastene accepted Christ at a young age and attended school.

She married the love of her life and soulmate, Willie James Coppage, better known as “Peter”, on September 16, 1956. To this union 5 children were...

Armenia Faulkner-Alexander

Armenia Faulkner-Alexander

Jun 1, 2026

Armenia was the 14th child born to Tobie Falkner, Jr. and Laura Scruggs in Holly Springs, Mississippi on August 14 or August 24, 1938. She has always celebrated both days for her birthday. She attended Jones School in Holly Springs. She gave her life to the Lord at an early age while attending Smith Grove Missionary Baptist Church where she...