Jan 21, 2025

Eddie Snyder, “Ned”, or “PaPa Snyder” was born on May 8,1944 to Benard and Laura Snyder in Arcola, Mississippi.

Eddie was the sixth child of fourteen children. He attended Simmons High School in Hollandale, Mississippi where he received his high school diploma.

Eddie confessed Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age at Sunrise Missionary Baptist Church, under Rev. Blander...

Jan 21, 2025

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Jan 14, 2025

The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand. (Psalm 37:23-24)

On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Deacon Ben Brown was called home to be with the Lord. The Lord called him to a place of...

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Mavis was born in Louisville, Mississippi in 1937. She was the last of six children born to Jethro and Maggie Hannah Mitchell. Four of her siblings have preceded her in death; Zettie, Maranie, Sonia and James. The family moved to Chicago from the state of Mississippi in the mid 40’s and settled in the area that is now called Bronzeville....

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Jan 10, 2025

Charles Elliotte Satterfield, Sr. was born on August 11, 1945, in Jasper, AL. He was the 10th child of a family of thirteen to the late James Satterfield and the late Julia (Harton) Satterfield of Alabama.

After graduating from Walker County High School, Charles moved to Chicago in 1965. There he met & married his wife, Geraldine Stevenson (Gerri), in 1968....

Jan 8, 2025

A beloved wife, devoted mother, loving grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord transitioned from this life at the age of 91.Her life was a testament of love, resilience, and unwavering faith. In this life, there is a time for all things.

Mother Nancy Mae Charles’ Time

As we reflect on the journey of Mother Charles, we find solace in the timeless...

Jan 7, 2025

Phillip Goston-Brady was born to Florida Goston and Phillip Kaplan on June 26, 1956 in Chicago, IL. He was the fourth child of nine children. Phillip passed away on January 7, 2025. He had one son and two grandsons.

Phillip received Christ at an early age.

To everyone who knew Phillip, he was affectionately known as Poncho. He enjoyed dressing in his...

Jan 2, 2025

Kathleen Hamilton Keys was born on September 21, 1956 in Chicago, IL. She was born to the loving union of Johnnie & Jessie Mae Hamilton.

Kathleen was full of faith, having confessed her love of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at an early age. She was a true believer. Kathleen was a member of Greater Zion Temple Church of God...

Jan 2, 2025

Jerry Dodd was born into life on April 14, 1941 to the parents of David Dodd and Leona Dodd (Hollins) in Chicago, IL.

A man of faith, Jerry was a longtime member of New Evangelical Bible Church under the leadership of Pastor Willie J. Sams. He embraced his spirituality throughout his life, attending various churches and finding solace in his devotion.

Jerry...

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Jan 1, 2025

Chapter 1 – The Beginning

The date was Tuesday, May 20, 1941, springtime in Sledge, Mississippi. This wasn’t any ordinary day, Mary and Lewis Morgan welcomed their second baby girl whom they named Martha Morgan.

Chapter 2 – School Days

Martha received her early education from the Mississippi State School system, where she played forward for Sledge high school. However, her family would...

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Dec 26, 2024

Douglas Easley, Sr. Age 80, passed away peacefully in his home December 26, 2024. He was born on June 1, 1944, in Marion, Alabama to the late John and Sallie Lou Easley.

After graduating from Lincoln High School, he later met and married Mary Ann (Womack) Easley (preceded him in death, 2009). With their union three children were born, Kimberly, Sharnell...

Dec 26, 2024

Jerome Snyder Jr. affectionately known as “Chief”, was born to parents Jerome Snyder Sr. (who preceded him in death) and Bernice Snyder on May 16, 1962, both of Chicago, Illinois. 

Jerome accepted Christ at an early age and was Baptized at Fellowship Missionary Church under the leadership of Rev. Clay Evans.

Jerome graduated from Collins High School and was involved in all...

Dec 24, 2024

Willie Drones was welcomed into this world on May 20, 1951 by his parents, W.L. Drones and Kathleen Drones in Mcgee, Mississippi. He was the eldest out of seven children.

Willie accepted Christ in Chicago, IL at Greater Little Rock Baptist Church. He remained a member.

Willie was educated in the Chicago Public School System, he attended Lincoln Park High School.

Willie worked...

Dec 20, 2024

Curtis Danzy Jr. was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 4, 1946 to the union of Curtis Danzy Sr. and Rhoda Mae Rivers, who preceded him in death.

He attended Oliver S. Westcott Vocational High School. In 1965, he served in the United States Navy. After an honorable discharge, he worked with his father at General Motors, then pursued his college...