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Cullen “June Bug” Cannon Jr
Mar 29, 2026
Cullen Bryant Cannon Jr., affectionately known as “June Bug” to those who loved him, entered this world on December 7, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois; a city whose rhythm and spirit would forever echo in his own. He was the fifth of six children born to Cullen B. Cannon Sr. and Louise Perry, both of whom preceded him in death, and...
James Ray Buchanan
Mar 27, 2026
James Ray Buchanan was born into life on November 3, 1945 in Winston Salem, NC to parents, James and Bessie Buchanan. He was their third child and was named after his father.
James was a member of the Jewish faith. He spoke several languages; he was fluent in Hebrew and German.
James graduated from Proviso East in 1964, then attended Triton College,...
Ernest "Boo" King
Mar 23, 2026
Ernest, affectionately known as “Boo,” was born on September 16, 1978, in Peoria, Illinois, to Helen King, who preceded him in death. After his mother’s passing at a young age, Ernest and his siblings moved to Chicago, where he was lovingly raised by his grandmother, Mary Faulkner. Mary was more than a guardian; she was his guiding light, his source...
Alexis Charmaine Lott
Mar 17, 2026
Alexis Charmaine Lott, lovingly known as Stink, Koke, Snoop, Lex, Sexy Lexi, and Lisa’s Little Mama, was truly the heart of her family. From the very beginning, Lexi carried a light all her own. She embodied diva energy in the most beautiful way, bold, radiant, unforgettable, and full of life. Fashionably late, yet always right on time, Lexi had a...
Donnie Greenlee
Mar 17, 2026
Her Story
Donnie was born on July 21, 1937, in Calhoun City, Mississippi to Tommy and Dony Pryor, who both preceded her in death. She embraced her faith early in life as a member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Calhoun City, Mississippi.
In 1955, Donnie met and married Lafayette Greenlee in Eupora, Mississippi, who preceded her in death. In 1956,...
Christopher C. Fowler
Mar 10, 2026
Christopher C. Fowler was born on June 2, 1960, in the great city of Chicago, Illinois, the third of five children lovingly brought into the world by his devoted parents, Joseph and Gloria Fowler. From his earliest days, Christopher was surrounded by family, faith, and a community that would shape the extraordinary man he became. He is preceded in death...
Mary Ruth Lewis
Mar 9, 2026
With deep love, reverence, and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the life and legacy of May Ruth Lewis, a devoted mother, grandmother, and woman of enduring faith and strength. On March 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and the grace of God, May Ruth Lewis peacefully transitioned from this earthly life into eternal rest.
Born...
Ronnie Earl Brewers
Mar 5, 2026
We come together to celebrate the life and legacy of Ronnie Earl Bowers, a loving father, husband, and son who was lovingly known as Ron and Big Dooky. Ronnie Earl Bowers was born on April 17, 1958, in Helena, Arkansas. He was born to Annie Lee Washington and Stylon Bowers. Both parents preceded him in death.
Ron later made his home...
Shauntee McKnight
2026
Shauntae Dantrice McKnight, also known as “Shay”, was born on February 4, 1995 in Chicago, Illinois to Barbara McKnight and Sean Loggins. She was called home on February 26, 2026. She is preceded in death by: Three loving grandparents, Roosevelt and Anese McKnight, and Alberta Loggins; and three uncles, Ray, June and Albert (Pook).
Shauntae attended John Calhoun North Elementary School...
Delores Jean Jones
Feb 25, 2026
Psalm 19:12-13
Who can discern their own errors?
Forgive my hidden faults. Keep your servant
also from willful sins; may they not rule
over me. Then I will be blameless,
innocent of great transgression.
Thank you for your comfort and support
in our time of sorrow. Your kindness and
generosity is greatly appreciated.
~The Family of Delores Jean Jones
“Do not be overcome by evil, but
overcome evil with good”
~Romans 12:21
Alton Davis
Feb 18, 2026
Alton Davis was born to Harvey and Juanita (Bins) Davis on April 2, 1944 in Hazelhurst, Mississippi. He was one of six siblings. Alton was baptized at the early age of five at the Chapel Hill Church in Hazelhurst, Mississippi. The family moved to Chicago in 1951.
Alton graduated from Cregier High School. After graduation, he worked at Automatic Electric until...
Jack Aldridge
Feb 14, 2026
Jack Aldridge was born on December 29, 1958 in Chicago, IL. He was born to Florida Mae Aldridge and JD Thomas. He was a member and attended New Deliverance COGIC Church for many years.
Jack attended James Weldon Johnson Elementary through 5th grade, followed by Herzl for 6, 7 and 8th grade. He graduated Herzl, then went on to Crain High...
Pearlene Haralson
Feb 12, 2026
Pearlene Haralson often referred to as “Pearl” was born February 10th 1936 to the union of John and Lula Heard in Bentonia Mississippi, where she accepted Christ at an early age and also received some of her education.
She was the beloved wife of the late Robert Haralson, whom she married in 1955. Together, they raised six beautiful children: Robert Jr.,...
Elizabeth Bell
Feb 10, 2026
Elizabeth Bell was born on April 29, 1949, in Sledge, Mississippi, to the late Virginia and Andrew Askew.
Elizabeth, affectionately known as Liz, attended Lucy Flower Technical School and later married Louis Star Bell. From that union, they built a beautiful life together, raising ten children: Louis Bell Jr. (Sandra Bell), Parry Bell, Virginia Bell-Godbold (Paul Godbold), Veronica Gilliam (Alpha Gilliam),...
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