Debra Lynn Spooner
May 24, 2026
Debra Lynn Spooner (Debbie), 70, of Lansing, passed away peacefully on May 24th, 2026. She was born April 14, 1956, the second of four children to Howard and Carole (Gould) Spooner. Even when they were separated by distance, she always checked in on her siblings.Debbie first attended Sexton and later graduated from Everett High School. As a young, single mom,...
Mildred Dobbs
May 19, 2026
Mildred Dobbs peacefully transitioned leaving behind a legacy of kindness and devotion dedicated to faith, family and friends. Mildreds’ curiosity and competitive nature compelled her to participate in tennis and golf in local community golf clubs. Mildred was a loving and supportive wife, mother, sister, cousin, friend and community member who will be celebrated but sorely missed.
David Crim
May 13, 2026
David Allen Crim passed away surrounded by his loving family, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, devotion, humor, and kindness that will continue through the many lives he touched.David was born to Max and Marjorie Crim. He was also a loving brother whose bond with his family remained important throughout his life. David was a devoted husband to Rosa...
Earl King, Jr.
May 9, 2026
Earl King Jr. was born on October 25, 1948 in Union Town, Pennsylvania. He was the eldest of three siblings to Earl King Sr. and Eloise Bailey King. In his youth he attended Mount Rose Baptist Church.After graduating from Union Town High School, Earl moved to Lansing, Michigan and became employed with General Motors. Earl attended Lansing Community College where...
Emma Garza
May 9, 2026
Emma Garza was born on January 6, 1947 to Bentura Garcia and Elida Barrera in Alice, Texas. She was one of 11 children. Emma was preceded in death by: her husband of 47 years, Albino Garza. Emma lived a full and loving life, centered on family. She was the proud mother of five children,: predeceased by son, Jesse Romero; survived...
Lee Rogers Williams
May 8, 2026
Lee Rogers Williams, 90, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026. Born on April 1, 1936 in Dallas County, Alabama, Lee lived a life defined by service, sacrifice, and an unwavering devotion to family.Family was the cornerstone of Lee’s life. From an early age, he understood the meaning of responsibility, stepping up to provide for his younger siblings by ensuring...
Melvin Lee Johnson
May 7, 2026
Born on April 6, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, Melvin entered the world alongside his beloved twin sister, Evelyn to proud parents Lee Samuel and Mildred (Jones) Johnson. The twins shared a lifelong bond filled with laughter, warmth, and unforgettable memories. Their family was later completed by siblings Lee and Brenda. A proud Vietnam-era United States Army Veteran, Melvin honorably served...
Gouchong Vue Bedard
May 6, 2026
Gouchong Vue Bedard was born November 9, 1990 in Boulder, Colorado, the third child of five born to the loving family of Thong Yia Vue and Chua Vue. The family relocated to the Lansing, Michigan area and Chong graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 2008.She followed her aspiration to teach and to impact young lives by attending Lansing Community...
Mary Ruth Plummer
May 6, 2026
Mary Ruth Plummer was born on November 1, 1932 to James Hubbard Davis and Mary Morris in Birmingham, AL. She is the second child of seven sisters and two brothers and the oldest daughter. Mary, affectionately called “Ruth,” accepted Christ at an early age in Birmingham, AL. The family later moved to Lansing, MI due to her father getting hired by...
Edward Bailey Williams, Jr.
Apr 27, 2026
Edward Bailey Williams, Jr. was born to Edward and Verno (Johnson) Williams on March 23, 1947 in Hull, Georgia. Edward graduated from Sexton High School in Lansing, Michigan in 1965 where he ran varsity track.After graduation, he enlisted in the US Army and was honorably discharged. Ed married Theresa Miller-Williams, and added two sons: Marlon and Jevon. Ed attended a...
Willie Blair
Apr 24, 2026
Willie Ray Blair, a devoted husband, loving father, gifted educator, and faithful servant in the Lord’s church, was born on January 14, 1940, in Jackson, Tennessee. He was the first of eight children born to Oliver and Eva Blair. From an early age, Willie’s life reflected a deep commitment to learning, family, and faith—values that would guide him throughout his...
Jeri Elaine Ruthruff
Apr 23, 2026
Today we gather with heavy hearts to remember and honor someone who meant so much to us. Losing her feels like losing a part of ourselves. A light that once made our days brighter.Jeri Elaine Ruthruff was born on July 11, 1952. Jeri was preceded in death by: her mother, Jacquelin Tissue (Ruthruff); father, Keith Ruthruff; and brother, David Ruthruff....
Lawrence Hinton
Apr 17, 2026
Lawrence Henry Hinton, age 86, of Lansing, Michigan, entered eternal rest on April 17, 2026. Born on June 14, 1939, to the late Grace and William Demps, Lawrence lived a life marked by faith, family, and unwavering strength.He was educated in the Lansing School District and proudly graduated from J.W. Sexton High School. Lawrence went on to build a long...
