Obituaries

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Francine Washington graced this earth on September 30, 1945, in Waterproof, Louisiana, to the late William Washington Sr. and Bessie Washington. She was the seventh of nine children, six of whom preceded her in death.

During her early years in Louisiana, Francine helped on the family farm and cherished time spent with loved ones. She graduated from Tensas Rosenwald High School...

Jun 16, 2025

Gwendolyn Patricia Morris Davenport was born on August 13, 1950, to Ida Jewell Heaggans Morris and Howard Watson Morris in Bee Branch, Arkansas. Gwen was the oldest of two daughters. In 1952, she and her family moved to St. Louis, MO, where she graduated from Beaumont High School and later from Harris-Stowe State College.

Gwen was a member of Mercy Seat...

Jun 16, 2025

Yvonne Marie McDaniel was born on September 10, 1941, at City Hospital #1 in St. Louis, Missouri. She was the third of four children born to the union of Robert W. Hubbard Jr. and Bernice Hubbard (née Roberts). Her oldest sibling and brother, Robert William Hubbard III, preceded her in death.

Yvonne accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early...

Jun 14, 2025

Supportive Sister/Daughter:

Spiritually, a daughter is seen as the recipient of divine provision and protection, a blessing from God.

The Bible emphasizes the love between Brothers and Sisters. It encourages a genuine, affectionate, and supportive relationship, rooted in God’s love. ” Grimes siblings 4-ever”

Awesome Aunt:

She was Auntie Corrine to many nieces and nephews whom she loved with all her heart. At times...

Jun 11, 2025

Lawyer Quincy Lewis II (known by his nickname, Tu), was born on February 11, 1998, to Shamoneece Mills and Lawyer Lewis in Saint Louis, Missouri.

As a young boy, Quincy loved heights and began climbing up closets, cars, and even a van. As a baby, he would use his walker to push himself out and up in order to climb onto...

Jun 9, 2025

With deep sorrow and abundant love, we announce the passing of DaKishea Reese-Ezell, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend. Born on July 9, 1976, in Saint Louis, Missouri, DaKishea was a radiant soul whose kindness, strength, and vibrant spirit touched everyone she met.

She was the heart of her family—a gracious, selfless woman known for her unwavering love,...

Jun 4, 2025

JAMES “PICK” WILLIAMS was born on June 26, 1948, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to Cornelia Williams and Booker Hoagan. James was named after his grandfather. His two sisters, Gwendolyn McCarty and Settie Hoey, along with a host of loved ones, preceded him in death over the years.

He was raised by his mother, Cornelia Williams, and his aunt, Viola Oldham—two strong...

May 28, 2025

Born to Cozy Marks Jr. and Shirley Marks on August 13, 1958, Cozy Marks III grew up in a household that nurtured love, service, and ambition. Alongside his cherished siblings, Connie and Steven, he began his educational journey at Scullen Elementary and graduated from Northwest High School in 1976. A bright mind with boundless curiosity, Cozy pursued Electrical Engineering at...

May 27, 2025

Our beloved, MR. RICKEY MILLER, SR. was born in Crawfordsville, Arkansas on August 2, 1957 to Mr. Richard Miller Sr., and Mrs. Jessie Savannah (Thomas) Miller, who both preceded him in death.

Rickey was baptized at St. John Baptist Church in Crawfordsville, Arkansas. His childhood was instilled with a lifelong passion for driving: he loved cars. Rickey started driving at the...

May 27, 2025

Sister Flora Mae Grimm was born on March 29, 1936, to Walter and Maggie Grimm in Saint Louis, Missouri. She was the tenth child of thirteen children.

She received her education in the St. Louis Public School system and graduated from Vashon High School. With a passion for beauty and service, she pursued cosmetology and received her license from Gladys Cosmetology...

May 19, 2025

May 15, 2025

James Alton Bishop, Jr. was the third of six children, born on April 15, 1955, to James and Davola Bishop in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The sunset of his life was Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Saint Louis, Missouri.

James, affectionately known as “Jimmy,” confessed his belief in Christ at an early age, having been raised by his parents to know and...

May 14, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Jones, more intimately known as Candy, was received into this world on February 19, 1975, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was the eldest child born to Marian Starr Jones-Dobbins.

Those who knew her understood she was a force to be reckoned with—extreme in every way. A jack of all trades, Candy mastered everything from cars to carpentry and beyond....

May 12, 2025

Lynetta “Net” Davis was born on December 12, 1958, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was the oldest of five children born to Henrietta Price and Lynn Davis, and stepfather Rodney Price. Her mother, father, stepfather, sister Nina, and grandson Rontez preceded her in death.

Lynetta, affectionately called “Net,” received her education through the St. Louis Public School District and attended Sumner...

May 12, 2025

Robert James Diggs was born on October 23, 1957, in Saint Louis, Missouri. He was the first of three children born to the union of the late James and Carolyn Diggs.

Robert accepted Christ at a young age. He was educated in the Saint Louis Public School system and was proud to be a Soldan Tiger— he loved attending alumni picnics...

May 8, 2025