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Dorothy McLaurin was born on March 10, 1947, to the union of Joseph and Johnnie May Gordon in Mound Bouyer, Mississippi. She grew up in Greenwood and Minter City, MS and moved to Chicago as a young adult. She was the youngest of six siblings.

Dorothy accepted the Lord Jesus as her Personal Savior at a young age, and she was...

Feb 7, 2025

Samuel L. Cole was born October 5th, 1946 in Batesville, Mississippi to the late Nennie S. (Hughes) and the late Agen C. Cole. To all that knew him, he was a funny and hardworking individual who touched the lives of everyone. In 1957, the Cole family relocated to Chicago, Illinois during the Great Migration for a better life for their...

Feb 4, 2025

Joe Powell was a man of quiet strength, deep faith, and unwavering dedication to his family and work. Born in Lexington, Mississippi, to Ada Mae Cox and Willie Powell, he grew up with strong values that shaped his character. At a young age, he found Christ, and his faith remained a guiding force throughout his life.

He received his education at...

Jan 31, 2025

Preston Dobyne was born on September 20, 1926 to Thomas and Minnie Dobyne. He was born in Centerville, Alabama, located in Perry County. Both parents preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his other siblings: Two brothers, Paul and Lee Dobyne; and eight sisters, Bertha Melton, Verdia Melton, Mamie Dobyne, Horn-buckle, Jennie Melton, Corene Heard, Ruby...

Jan 27, 2025

Lee Anthony Davis, born on October 18, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, to Anderson Lewis and Annie Davis, peacefully passed away on January 27, 2025. As the fifth of twelve children in a large and loving family, Lee grew up on the West Side of Chicago, particularly in Rockwell Gardens. He attended Grant Elementary School, McKinley Upper Grade School, and later...

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...

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Rodney Williams was born to the union of John and Mary Williams on April 10, 1969 in Mound Bayou, Mississippi. Rodney was the first born of three children. He is preceded in death by his two sisters, Cassandra Powell and Michelle Powell.

Rodney began his Christian journey very early in life. He accepted Christ and was baptized at the age of...

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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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