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Will Henry Tankson was born to Mary Etta Tankson and Will Henry Gardner on August 30, 1943. Will “Sonny” was born in Clarksdale, MS.

Sonny attended Myrtle Hall Elementary and Higgins High School in Clarksdale. Sonny came to Chicago in 1959 and graduated from Cregier High School.

He united in marriage with his lifetime love Allene Brown (Tankson) on September 10, 1966....

Apr 16, 2025

Jesse James Ford was born into life on May 17, 1945, to Fannie Ford and Clifton Cates in Leland, MS.

He confessed a hope in Christ at a young age. He was a member of Messiah Temple M.B. Church under the leadership of Rev. Saulsby. On September 2, 2018, he joined Home of Life Christian Ministers under the leadership of Apostle...

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My story began on August 13, 1942 in Gainesville, Alabama. Did ya’ll know that my name was originally Percy Cleophus? Yep, I know some of ya’ll might be shocked. Gratefully, my older sister Exie Mae insisted that my name should be changed to Darnell Hatter and my momma said ok. I was the youngest of 13 born to my momma...

Mar 27, 2025

Marsie B. Clark was born on December 6, 1925 in Tillitoba, Mississippi to the late Alex and Della Turner. Her siblings; Lennie Watson, Arilla Browley, Ellen Williams, Rachel Turner, Jessie Turner, James Turner, Hubert DuBois, Andrew Townes and Peyton Turner all preceded Marsie in their earthly transitions.

Marsie was married to Clinton Clark in 1943. To this union, one son, Roscoe,...

Mar 27, 2025

Parlee Johnson was born on October 18, 1950 to Ms. Minnie Adolph in Sunflower, Mississippi. She was the second youngest child born to her mother, Minnie Adolph. Parlee was baptized in the Baptist church while in Mississippi.

Parlee moved from her hometown along with her family to the North Lawndale area on the westside of Chicago, where she pursued her love...

Mar 25, 2025

L.A. (Sunshine) Jefferson (nicknamed Tom Dooley by his mother) of Chicago, IL was 66 when he passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2025, in the early hours of the day.

He was born on December 16, 1958, in Lexington, MS. At an early age, he moved to Chicago and received his upbringing and education here.

L.A. loved the education system...

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George Frey was born on January 13, 1941 in Springfield, TN. He was born to parents, Lorene Woodard and Richard Frey.

George attended First Baptist Church, located at 1204 Cheatham St in Springfield, TN.

George graduated from Springfield High School. He received his Bachelor of Science degree at Tennessee State University, followed by his Master of Science from Roosevelt University.

George worked for...

Mar 17, 2025

Rachel M. Gunartt-Jordan was born on November 2, 1947 to the union of Sip and Marie Martin. Both parents preceded her in death.

Rachel met Louis W. Gunartt Sr. in Clarksdale, Mississippi and the two were married on January 27, 1963. Later that year, Rachel and Louis moved to Chicago, Illinois. It was here that they raised three boys, Louis Jr.,...

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Willie J. Johnson, a.k.a. “Radar”, was born on August 18, 1939 in Osceola, Arkansas. Willie was the oldest of eight children. He was born to the union of James and Alberta Johnson. Both parents preceded him in death.

Willie was baptized at an early age at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. Later in life he became a faithful member of House of...

Mar 4, 2025

Cedric Louis Miles was born June 11, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois. To the union of Erma Jean Osborne (deceased) and David Louis Miles. He was the first child born to this union.

Cedric attended Mary Lion Elementary School on the North side of Chicago. Cedric continued his education at Austin High School, where he graduated with a high school diploma class...

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