Obituaries

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....

Feb 26, 2024

James Rodney Nelson Sr. or “Big Rodney” as we all called him, passed away on February 26th, 2024. He was born on May 26th, 1959 in Chicago, IL to his loving mother Florence Mitchell. Rodney was blessed to be raised by Florence and his step father, Calvin “Grandpa Cal” Walker. He attended Dunbar High School and worked at O’hare...

Feb 19, 2024

Joe Michael Simpson was born in Chicago Heights, IL. on November 25th, 1975 to Beverly J. Simpson and Joe Ward. He was the youngest child of this union. Alongside Beverly J. Simpson, Joe Michael Simpson was adopted and raised by William Lee Simpson. William and Beverly Simpson created a blended family that included Joe’s three siblings as follows: Jennifer...

Feb 19, 2024

Life Reflections Derrick was born on January 25, 1992, in Oak Park, IL to the union of Debra and Derrick Eiland. At an early age, Derrick accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized. Derrick attended and graduated from Hillside Elementary School and Proviso West High School both in Hillside, IL. Derrick had a love for music, sports...

Feb 7, 2024

With heartfelt sorrow, we announce the peaceful passing of Mr. John "JB" Brewer on February 7, 2024. Born on June 16, 1936, John was a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, uncle, and friend, known for his charming personality and zest for life. Preceding him in death were his parents Earl and Lula (Macklin) Brewer, and his siblings...

Feb 6, 2024

Mary Ellen Almo affectionately known as Bae Mae, was born November 24, 1938 to Elizabeth Fry Brown. She was the second of six children with her brother Oliver Earl Fry and her mother preceding her in death.

Mary  received her education at Vaughan Station Grammar School and Linwood High School in Mississippi. She acknowledged Christ at an...

Jan 11, 2024

Valeria Ann Olds was born Valeria Ann Stuart on December 16, 1953 in Texarkana, Arkansas. She was raised by her loving Mother and Father, Charles and Lorene Iverson in Chicago, Illinois. As a child she was affectionately nicknamed “Rusty”.

Valeria graduated from Oglesby Elementary School and Lindblom College Prep High school in Chicago. After High School, she...

Jan 9, 2024

Missionary Georgie Mae Jackson Cross was born on March 22, 1938 in McComb, Mississippi to the union of Lawrence and Martha Allen Jackson. She was the youngest girl child out of 8 girls and 4 boys. Georgie received her education from the Mississippi School System attending Okalona Grammar School and graduating early from Liberty Rosenwald High School. She served...

Jan 5, 2024

The Story of… Bernadette “Bern” Marie Odum, began on May 25, 1945. She was the first born child of Charles & Veola Odum Sr. Who preceded her in their home goings as well as her brother Clarence Odum and son Michael W. Beasley.

Raised in First Church Deliverance, Bernadette was casted in the children’s choir and attended...

Jan 4, 2024

Rasheeda Staci Fields was born to Claude Fields II and Linda Clayton Fields on Feb 21,1976. She was the eldest of three children born to this union. Rasheeda received her education through the Chicago Public School. She excelled so much in academics that she skipped a grade. She graduated from Lakeview High School in 1993. Rasheeda obtained her CNA...

Dec 27, 2023

The beautiful life story of Jean Stacy-Goddard began on August 4, 1939 when she was born in Lex, West Virginia to Ruben and Sallie Sweeney (who preceded her in death). She joined a large family of siblings: Leonard, Hobert, Okey, Donnie, Olie, Bessie, Elmer and Willie (who each preceded her in death). She is survived by siblings Hubert, Bob...

Dec 26, 2023

In the vibrant narrative of Rosolyn Marie Spey-Weddington's life, every chapter resonates with a melody of love and joy. Born on January 29, 1968, in the heart of Chicago, she was the perfect blend of both Roy Mack and Pamela Spey, her parents.

From the spirited days at Mulligan Elementary School with her cousins, to the proud...

Dec 25, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to a beloved son, brother, loving uncle, cousin and veteran. Danny “Boy” Sellers was born on September 1, 1960, to Samuel and Ruthie Sellers. After fighting the good fight, he received his wings on December 25, 2023. Henceforth the 25th of December will be known to the Sellers’...