Obituaries

Aug 2, 2026

Malenda Cole was born on August 6, 1940, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Carolyn and Sterling Davis. From a young age, she displayed strength, grace, and quiet determination—qualities that remained with her throughout her life. She grew into a deeply respected woman whose life reflected compassion, humility, and steady leadership.

Malenda was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She is...

Jul 29, 2026

Henry Pendelton peacefully passed away on July 29, 2026 at the age of 80. Henry was born on August 20,1945 to the late Beatrice L. Pendelton (Graves) and Willie Pendelton Sr. He was raised by the late John E. Graves Sr., also his father.

He was the third son of nine siblings. He is predeceased by his wife, Patricia Pendelton; daughter,...

Jul 29, 2026

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Jul 28, 2026

Alexander Beard was born on July 24, 1940, in Haywood County, Tennessee, to the union of the late Lonnie Beard Sr. and Gertie B. Beard. The third of seven children, Alexander spent his early childhood rooted in faith and family as a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his beloved siblings Annie Mae Tucker, Doris...

Jul 26, 2026

Supreal Graden Banks was born on August 23, 1930, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was the youngest of five children born to the late Thomas and Ellen Graden. Married to Raymond Bank 1948 who preceded her in death.

Supreal was educated in the St. Louis Public School System, attending Marshall Elementary School and later Sumner High School. She was a hardworking...

Jul 18, 2026

Murry Hill Shipp III was born July 2, 1985, in St. Louis, Missouri, to his parents Hilda Norwood and Murry Hill Shipp II. Murry was the second of three children. His mother, father, and stepfather (James Norwood) preceded him in death.

Murry was a devoted son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend.

Murry (affectionately known as Micky Bob) accepted Christ in...

Jul 18, 2026

Christopher Donell Johnson was born on January 3, 1969, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to Walter and Jeannette Johnson. He was known as Chris, and he was the second oldest of four siblings.

Chris was raised in the church, where his faith became an important part of his life. He attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School, after graduating from elementary he...

Jul 17, 2026

God has opened the doors of heaven and called Harry Gerrod Gladney Jr. home on July 17, 2026 at 04:48 a.m. Harry was born on March 18, 1950 in Saint Louis, Missouri. His parents Louise (Wofford) Gladney and Harry Gerrod Gladney Sr. both preceded him in death along with his sister Charlotte J Brooks and his two brothers Fredrick (Freddie)...

Jul 8, 2026

Jun 23, 2026

Mother Bunzella Alexander Washington, the beloved Matriarch of her five generation family, was born on Saturday, June 12, 1926, in Steele, Missouri, to the union of the late John Quincy, Sr. and Lucinda (Holton) Alexander. As the second of seven children, Bunzella learned early the values of resilience, compassion, and family devotion. Four sibling - Dorthea, John Quincy, Jr., Ethel,...

Jun 17, 2026

Bruce Edward Lee, Sr. was born on February 5, 1934, in Sicily Island, Louisiana, to parents “Red” Johnson and Ozell Lee, who both preceded him in death. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Bruce was first married to Helen Boyd, and to this union three children were born: Stephanie, Cheryl, and Bruce Jr. She preceded him in...

Jun 17, 2026

Today, we gather to celebrate the beautiful life of Sultania "Sul" Hudson Godfrey, a beloved mother, grandmother, educator, mentor, and friend whose love, wisdom, and joyful spirit touched generations.

Born on December 10, 1935, in East St. Louis, Illinois, Sul was the daughter of Millard Hudson Sr. and Rosa Thomas Hudson. She was raised in a loving family and maintained a...

Jun 16, 2026

Jun 9, 2026

John 3:16For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. (KJV)

Jun 1, 2026

ANDREW FRANKLIN WILLIAMS, the nineth of ten children, was born on June 3, 1951 to the union of Andrew and Maggie Williams, in Wilson Arkansas. Andrew (Frank) accepted JESUS CHRIST at a later age. April 23rd, 2011 Frank was baptized at St. Angela Merci Catholic Church in Florissant, Missouri. Frank attended and graduated from Wilson High School in Wilson, Arkansas....

May 31, 2026

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes memorial donations to:

The Salvation Army of St. Louis Aiding Homelessness

https://salarmy.us/eddiemack

Mrs. Eddie Mae Mack was a kind and generous woman whose life was defined by service to others. Through her church, she helped provide nutritious meals to seniors through the Meals on Wheels program and was deeply committed to aiding individuals experiencing homelessness.

She was a...

May 30, 2026

Lawrence Burden Beasley was born on May 25, 1944 in Saint Louis, Missouri to the parents of Frederick L. Beasley, Sr. and Ceacer Bessie Hammons Beasley. He was the second oldest of five. His father, mother, brother and sister preceded him in death. At times, he was affectionately known as Baby Boy, Larry, Kuki (Cookie) and Papa. He was educated...

May 29, 2026

DeAndre Harris-Bey, affectionately known to many as “Brother Ahmed,” transitioned from this earthly life on May 29, 2026, leaving behind a profound legacy of service, transformation, and unwavering commitment to his family and community. Born on November 24, 1966, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Tommy Lee Harris Sr. and Brenda Harris-Norman, DeAndre dedicated his life to helping others discover hope,...

May 20, 2026

Tonya Lynette Smith was born in St. Louis, November 28, 1975. She was the youngest of her siblings. Albert, the oldest, preceded her in death.

At an early age, she was baptized at Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church under the late Reverend Joseph Morgan. Her spirited foundation remained an important part of who she was throughout her life.

Tonya received her education in...