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...
Abigail White
Apr 12, 2026
Abby was born in Bethlehem PA on January 12, 1988 and passed away on April 12, 2026 in her sleep at home in Lansing, MI.She was artistic, creative, smart, funny, a lover of animals, and she was deeply loved. Abby had a tender heart and loved all things animals. Even though Abby struggled with chronic illness, her smile could still...
Gary Roper
Mar 14, 2026
Gary Lee Roper, 85, of Lansing, Michigan, peacefully entered eternal rest on March 14, 2026, in Austin Texas after an extended illness, surrounded by the love of his family.Born on July 4, 1940, in Lansing, Michigan to Theodore and Thomelia Roper, Gary’s life reflected faith, joy, and deep connection to those he loved. At an early age, he accepted Jesus...
Lahine Davis
Feb 24, 2026
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 NKJV Lahine Lane Davis was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi, to Elease Lane and George Chandler. Her family moved to Michigan where she accepted the Lord at an early age. Lahine was educated in the Lansing School System. She graduated from...
James Robert Mcvey
Feb 17, 2026
James Robert "Bob" McVey, 81, went to be with Jesus on February 17, 2026. Born on September 2, 1944, Bob lived a life marked by devotion—to his faith, his family, and to the simple but sacred act of caring for others. Bob was preceded in death by: his beloved wife of more than 60 years, Connie Lee Lillian (Purchase)...
Robert Richard Lartigue
Feb 13, 2026
The Angels came for Robert and carried him home to be with the Lord on February 13, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Born on December 14, 1953, in Beaumont, Texas. Robert was the sixth of seven children born to the late Rev. Homer Lartigue and First Lady Emily Coward Lartigue. Growing up in Beaumont as part of a large family,...
