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Wayne Coleman

Wayne Coleman

Dec 31, 2025

Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd;

I shall not want.

He maketh me lie down

in green pastures.

He leadeth me beside

the still waters

He restoreth my soul.

He leadeth me in the

paths of righteousness

for His name’s sake.

Yea, though I walk

through the valley of

the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil:

For Thou art with me

Thy rod and Thy staff,

they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table

before me in...

Phyllis “Tut-Tut” Davis

Phyllis “Tut-Tut” Davis

Dec 18, 2025

Phyllis Davis, affectionately known as Tut-Tut by her loved ones, was born on August 25, 1971. She was born at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, IL to Florine and Frank Davis Sr., who welcomed her and her twin brother Phillip, with loving arms.

Phyllis attended Autism Specialty Academy on the Westside, from elementary to high school, where she learned life...

James Turner

James Turner

Dec 18, 2025

James (Jamie) E. Turner was born into life on July 16, 1978. He was born to Faye Turner and the late James Turner Jr. in Chicago, Illinois.

Eighteen years ago, James joined Marshalls where he remained until his passing.

James was an avid sports fan and could quote many sports statistics of major teams and players. His all-time favorite was the Chicago...

Jeanie Mae Lyles

Jeanie Mae Lyles

Dec 17, 2025

Jean was born Jeanie Mae McDougle on Thursday, August 24, 1933 in Mounds, Louisiana to parents, Clarence McDougle and Jessie Virginia Smith-McDougle. Both parents preceded her in death. Jean was an only child. Her mother was severely ill and could not travel when Jean and her father moved to Chicago in 1942 when she was nine years old. 

Jean attended McKinley...

Eric Gill

Eric Gill

Dec 16, 2025

Eric Gill was born on January 29, 1966 in Chicago, IL to the loving parents of Herman Browder and Corine Gill. He was the oldest of three siblings.

Eric was welcomed at Greater Bethlehem Healing Temple, located at 12 S. Oakley in Chicago, Illinois and this is where he accepted Christ and was Baptized. 

Throughout his young life, Eric attended numerous schools...

Edna Mae Bradley

Edna Mae Bradley

Dec 11, 2025

• Born on November 10, 1940 to William Densmore Sr. and Ollie Jones in Emelle, Alabama. That was ‘Edna Mae’. 

• Known as Culiva by her Dad and Baby Sister by her Mother. That was “Edna Mae’. 

• Was Baptized at Jones Church in Emelle, Alabama at an early age. That was ‘Edna Mae’. 

• A student at Jones School 1st-6th, Pilgrim School...

John Harold Moody

John Harold Moody

2025

John Harold Moody was born on February 27, 1948 in Germantown, Tennessee. He was born to Nancy Moody and Fred Moody, who both preceded him in death.

John was a hardworking man with a remarkable talent for building and repairing anything he set his hand to. He spent many years as a skilled carpenter and construction worker, dedicating himself fully to...

Ella Bae Meeks

Ella Bae Meeks

Dec 8, 2025

Ella Bea Meeks, affectionately known as “Bea”, was born on January 26, 1936 in Welding, Arkansas to the late Charles and Ruth Macon. Ella was the youngest of four children. They were a close knit family, but sadly, all of her siblings preceded her in death.

Ella came to Chicago in her teenage years with her parents. After many years of...

Lola Beatrice Grayer

Lola Beatrice Grayer

Nov 29, 2025

Lola Beatrice Grayer was born December 2, 1970 in Chicago, IL to the union of James and Dorothy Grayer. Lola was given the nickname “BeBe” by her father, but was known to most as “Beedy”.

Lola loved to stay on the move more often than others. She loved skating and bowling. When Lola did take a moment to relax, she would...

Melva Jean Brown-Halton

Melva Jean Brown-Halton

Nov 26, 2025

Ms. Melva Jean Brown-Halton, affectionately known as “Red,” was born on June 15, 1958, to the late Johnie B. Halton and the late Louvenia Bryant in Chicago, Illinois. She was one of six children: Sylvia Brown, Everda Brown, Linnie Halton, Corine Jacobs, and the late Lela Halton.

Melva worked various jobs throughout her life, always dedicated and hardworking. She eventually found...

Eloise Simon

Eloise Simon

Nov 24, 2025

Eloise Simon was born May 17, 1954 in Poplar Grove, Arkansas to parents of Mae Ella Wright and James William Simon. Both parents preceded her in death, along with her three siblings James Christopher, Felechia and James William Simon III, and her special close friend, Anthony. 

Eloise began her early years in Arkansas and later moved to Chicago where she attended...

Kenneth Earl Davis Sr.

Kenneth Earl Davis Sr.

Nov 24, 2025

Kenneth Earl Davis Sr. was born to Gertrude Davis and Prentiss Wheeler on June 17, 1964, in Grace, Mississippi. Kenneth was the eldest of ten children. 

Kenneth, although never making a public declaration of baptism, was fond of the beliefs of Jehovah’s Witnesses - often mentioning that he wanted to have a Bible study later in life. He attended Crane High...

Loretta Young-Ige

Loretta Young-Ige

Nov 19, 2025

Loretta Young-Ige was born on April 1, 1961, the fourth child of Clay Young Jr. and Katherine Young. A woman of deep and abiding faith, her relationship with God was steadfast and unwavering. Her spiritual foundation guided the way she lived, loved, and nurtured those around her throughout her life.

Loretta graduated from Westinghouse High School in 1979 with a focus...

Vera "Jo Jo" McFadden

Vera "Jo Jo" McFadden

Nov 8, 2025

Vera McFadden was born in Chicago, Illinois. She was born on March 3, 1956 to her parents, Vera and Wright Hughes.

Vera received her early education at Melody Grammar School and later graduated from Von Steuban High School. For many years, she dedicated her services to working for the Social Security Administration and The United Center.

Vera got married to Melvin McFadden...

Eron Rice

Eron Rice

Nov 4, 2025

Eron Rice was born on November 2, 1960 in Chicago, Illinois. He was the third child of five born to Margaret Rice.

Eron is preceded in death by: His mother; his brothers, Kevin and Arnold; and his grandparents, Alex and Dora Rice.

Eron attended Willa Cather Grade School and graduated in 1974. He later attended John Marshall High School.

Eron enjoyed sports when...

Joyce Ann Harris

Joyce Ann Harris

Oct 12, 2025

Joyce Ann Harris was born on April 30, 1961, in Lambert, Mississippi, to the late Janie Ruth Harris and Nelson Harris Jr. During her early years, her mother relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, where Joyce spent the majority of her childhood. At the age of 14, she moved to Chicago, Illinois, to live with her late aunt, Callie Watson. While residing...

Mr. James Martin

Mr. James Martin

Oct 11, 2025

James Jerome Martin, the most lovely person, was born December 25, 1946 to the loving parents of Mr. Jerry D. Martin and Arlethie Martin. He was their sixth child. Both parents, Jerry and Arlethie; his siblings, Geraldine Ford, Mike Asque, Jean Banks, William, Lucillie McCorkle, Alice M. Martin and Sandra C. Ware; and his son, Robert all preceded him in...

Darlene Banks

Darlene Banks

Oct 9, 2025

Darlene was born on September 20, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois. She attended Gregory Elementary School and Manley Career Academy High School. She was later employed at Diamond Security Company. In 1996, 

Darlene made Minnesota her home. Darlene loved spending time with her family and grandchildren, creating memories that will last forever. She had a great sense of humor and loved to...

Jonathan Mallett

Jonathan Mallett

Oct 5, 2025

Jonathan Mallett was born into this world on November 19, 1982 to the proud parents of Delores Sloan and Curtis Hall.

Jonathan accepted Christ at an early age and was a very loving soul.

Jonathan attended Faraday Elementary School and later graduated from Orr High School. He worked at Barton Staffing.

Jonathan loved music, playing cards, watching WWE, sleeping and spending time with...