Jul 3, 2026

Judy Kathleen Barnhart was born on September 22, 1959, to John and Regina Barnhart at Cook County Hospital. She was the third born of seven children; 5 girls and 2 boys. They affectionately called her “Dee Dee”. 

Judy attended Plamondon Elementary. After graduating, she attended Harrison High School. She excelled, showcased her beautiful vocal talent and graduated at the top of...

Jun 25, 2026

Travyarn Tynail Patterson, affectionately known as Booschie, was born on August 13,1983 in Chicago Illinois to the proud parents of Nadine James and Tyrone Patterson. Travyarn was a loving son, father, uncle, brother, cousin, and friend who loved family and enjoyed making others laugh. His sense of humor either made you smile and laugh or be ready to fight. 

Travyarn was...

Jun 10, 2026

Diane Ingram-Kelley was born to Samuel Ingram Sr. and Thelma Ree Ingram on July 12, 1955 in Cook County, Chicago, Illinois. Diane was one of nine children. She is preceded in death by: Her mother and father; and her two brothers, Samuel Ingram Jr. and Phillip Ingram. 

She peacefully departed this life on June 10, 2026 at her place of residence...

Jun 5, 2026

Jewelene “Jewel” Berry was born on July 22, 1939, in Lincoln County, Mississippi. She was the twelfth and final child born to the loving union of John and Lena Wise-Watkins.

Early Life and Faith

Jewel received her primary education in Mississippi and later attended Eve Harris High School in Brookhaven. As an adolescent, she accepted Christ and joined Chisholm Mission Missionary Baptist...

Jun 3, 2026

On a hill far away in Bastrop, Louisiana, on April 23, 1938, God blessed Shelby and Lucille Lawson with a hard-working, strong, and loving angel named George Lawson. George was one of twelve children and was deeply rooted in a large and loving family. His maternal grandparents were Ola and Enoch Rogers. He was preceded in death by seven siblings...

May 29, 2026

Jeanie Marie Daniels was born on July 18, 1940 in Newnaw, Georgia. Jeanie was born to Jessie Mayes who preceded her in death.

Jeanie accepted Christ at an early age. She was a part of her church community. 

Jeanie went to grade school in Newnan and graduated high school in Chicago, Illinois, where she would continue to live for many years. 

Jeanie later...

May 18, 2026

With deep love, gratitude, and treasured memories, we celebrate the beautiful life of Aaliyah Jonell Presswood, who peacefully transitioned at the age of 32. A proud resident of Chicago, Illinois, Aaliyah was born to Thomas Presswood and Tina Littleton. 

She attended and graduated from Phoenix Military Academy in 2012 and later attended Malcom X College in pursuit of general studies for...

May 9, 2026

Gregory Strowder was born into life on March 12, 1963 in Mississippi to Bernice Strowder. He grew up in Mississippi where he received his education in the public school system. 

As an adult, Gregory made his way to Chicago, where he met and married Debra Powell. Through this union, his two sons were born, Jeremy and Gregory II. Although the marriage...

May 6, 2026

Venus Jean Williams was born on November 21, 1959 to the late Loretta and James Williams, in Chicago, IL. Venus was their only child.

Venus dedicated her life to Christ at an early age. She was a member of Progressive Baptist Church in Chicago, where she was a former member of the choir.

Venus’ childhood was surrounded by both of her parents...

May 3, 2026

Mary Martine Newsome, affectionately known as “Tina” or “Tinie,” was born on September 13, 1952, in Chicago to her loving parents, Ola Mae Newsome and S.T. Newsome. Tina was the fourth of seven children and shared a close bond with her siblings: Lynn Newsome, Bobby Newsome, Ronnie Newsome, Randall Newsome, Alton Newsome, and Augustine Newsome. She spent most of her...

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Apr 24, 2026

Jeffery Strickland was born into life on September 21, 1955 in Maywood, IL to parents, Jean and Jim. He was raised by his father, Jim and his stepmother Deanna.

Jeffery attended catholic school and services as a young boy through his teenage years. He graduated from Proviso East High School in Maywood, IL.

Jeffery was very friendly, he could make friends with...

Apr 23, 2026

Imagine with me, Thursday, April 23, 2026, God stood surrounded by Seven of Heaven Angels as they discussedGod’s will, concerning our daughter, Bridget D. Henderson.

Angel I: God we were told you sent for us.

God: Precious in my eyes is one residing in Yorkville, Illinois whose mission is complete.

Angel II: Lord, who is this one who has found favor in you?

God:...

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Apr 8, 2026

Ida Mae was born on January 15, 1942 to Katie Catherine Thompson and Alexander Dutch Thompson. 

Ida was a baptized Jehovah’s Witness and was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, located at 4225 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, IL 60623. 

Ida graduated from Coffeeville High, in Coffeeville, Mississippi when she was just 17 years old. She went on to take...

Apr 6, 2026

Dorsey Lee Meridy was born on April 29, 1933 in Marianna, Arkansas to Will and Georgia Mae Meridy. He was the first born of eleven children and the first born of a set of identical twins. 

Dorsey relocated to Benton Harbor, Michigan in 1960 and shortly after, he moved to Chicago, Illinois. There he was employed at Amco Wiring Steel Company...

Apr 5, 2026

Robert Hawkins was the kind of man the world doesn’t make on an assembly line. Handsome without vanity. Brilliant without arrogance. Down to earth, yet somehow luminous - the star who never needed a spotlight because the room just naturally lit up around him.

He spoke Jazz fluently - not just as a listener, but as a player who could read...

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...

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,...