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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

Oct 5, 2025

Taurean J. Small was born on December 5, 1986 in Chicago, IL.

He was the second child of Vincent Miller and Thomasa (Tami) Small. Taurean was raised in the suburbs of Chicago before attending Henry Sibley High School in West St. Paul,MN, and graduating in 2004. 

He attended community college before starting full-time at ComEd in 2013. Later, Taurean obtained his realtor...

Sep 22, 2025

Mr. Bobbie Robinson was born to parents, the late Mr. Bobbie Robinson Sr. and Cynthia Hampton Robinson, in Helena, Arkansas. He joined the Galilee Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. He attended Eliza Miller Junior High School in Helena, Arkansas.

Bob was married to Ms Rozetta Robinson. He was a welder at the Chicago Welding Company until he later retired. 

Bob...

Sep 19, 2025

Mr. Carl E. Farver was born on April 4, 1941 in Altheimer, Arkansas to the late Reverend Sylvester S. Farver Sr. and Mrs. Estella Rosebud Farver. 

He is preceded in death by: Three brothers, Mr. Sylvester S. Farver Jr., Mr. Washington Farver and Jessie L. Farver; and three sisters, Mrs. Bobbie Jean Farver Tate, Ms. Everlena Farver and Mrs. Estella Farver...

Sep 16, 2025

I was born November 9, 1943 to the late Eddie & Lucille Jones in Greenville, MS. I am the fourth born of eight children. My siblings, Francis Woods, John Jones, Leola McDowell, JoAnne Rhodes and Rhonda Minor all preceded me in death. 

I confessed Christ at an early age in Hollandale, Mississippi. I graduated from Simmons High School in Hollandale, MS...

Sep 10, 2025

Jimmie Ward was born on July 9, 1951 in Marion, IL. He was born to parents, Ora, C. Shannon and Sam Soloan. Jimmie was the only child. 

Jimmie relocated with his mother to Chicago, IL, where he attended Victor Hubert High School on the South Side of Chicago. 

Jimmie briefly worked at Revere Aluminum manufacturing in Franklin Park. Jimmie was a friendly...

Sep 4, 2025

Timothy Turner was born on September 25, 1979 to Otis and Illinois at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park, IL. Timothy attended Proviso West High School where he graduated early to attend American Academy of Art. Timothy was a life-long learner and attended college in Los Angeles, California and later Triton College in Melrose Park. Timothy was a...

Aug 28, 2025

Aug 20, 2025

Herman Young was born on July 16, 1955, in Dumas, Arkansas, to Clay Young Jr. and Catherine Young. He completed his education at Austin High School and went on to earn two Associate of Science Degrees in Substance Abuse Counseling.

Herman began his career at Haymarket as a Substance Abuse Counselor and, alongside his wife, opened two recovery homes. He had...

Aug 17, 2025