Obituaries

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Michael Lewis, sr. was born on November 1, 1956, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to the union of Thomas and Frances Lewis. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers: David Simmons, Andre Lewis, and Alvin Lewis.

Michael received his education in the Saint Louis Public School System. He was united in marriage to Valerie Douglas, who also preceded...

May 7, 2025

Apr 22, 2025

David Holmes was born on June 8, 1952, in Shuqualak, Mississippi, to the late John Holmes and Rebbie Holmes. Raised with strong Christian values, David lived a life anchored in faith, family, and hard work.

He attended Beaumont High School in Saint Louis, Missouri, where he built lasting friendships and nurtured a love for learning that carried him throughout his life....

Mar 31, 2025

Mar 30, 2025

Garion Larion Peebles was born on April 23, 2002, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to Elouise Brown and Gary Peebles.

At about 15 months old, Garion was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). He was nonverbal and expressed himself through hand gestures, sounds, and visual aids.

He lived in the Ferguson School District and graduated from McCluer North High School in 2020.

Garion enjoyed...

Mar 27, 2025

Mar 15, 2025

Diane (Thomas) Minor was born to the union of Mr. Morn Thomas and Mrs. Edith Mae Thomas on March 15, 1954 in Saint Louis, Missouri; they both preceded her in death. Diane was educated in the Saint Louis Public School System, graduating from Northwest High School.

She was baptized under the late Rev. Mitchel, and served in the church as the...

Mar 12, 2025

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Feb 24, 2025

Mrs. Martha Mitchell Harvey was born in Blytheville, Arkansas on October 16, 1924, to William and Lillian Lucas Mitchell.

Martha Harvey's seven brothers and seven sisters preceeded her in death.

At the age of twelve, Martha confessed a hope in Jesus Christ under the leadership of the Late Pastor Steward at the Burdenspur M. B. Church in Blythville, Arkansas.

On March 16, 1946,...

Feb 18, 2025

Carlotta “La-La” Canova Bond was born on November 12, 1975, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to the late Countee and Jessie Mae Bond. She graduated from Riverview Gardens High School in 1995 and later earned an Associate’s Degree in Administrative Assistance from Hickey College in 2002. In June 2024, Carlotta relocated to Houston, Texas, where she resided with her daughters.

Carlotta was...

Jan 28, 2025

Benjamin Steele Jr. was born on April 25, 1981, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to the union of Benjamin Steele Sr. and Sherry Ann Steele. On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Benjamin peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home at DePaul Hospital.

Benjamin, lovingly known as "Benjie" by his family, had one brother, Lavelle Phillips. He was preceded in death by his mother, father,...

Jan 23, 2025

Lynnett Elaine Hopson was born on January 11,1962, in St. Louis MO to John Sr and Earlean Hopson. She was their first born and only girl of two children. She was preceded in death by her beloved father and both maternal and parental grandparents.

Lynnett accepted Christ as her savior and was baptized at an early age at Prince of Peace...

Jan 8, 2025

Mary Ann Brandon was born on October 24, 1930, as the first of four children and the only girl. She was born to the union of William and Nealey Alexander Brandon in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee.

Mary experienced tragedy early in life with the passing of her mother when she was just eight years old. Her father kept the family together until...

Jan 5, 2025

Demetrius "Meaty" Ramon Mondaine was born on March 29, 1976, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Laura Wright and Sterling Roberts. He attended St. Louis public schools and embraced his faith in Christ at an early age, being baptized as a Mormon at the age of 12.



At the age of 25, Meaty moved to Portland, Oregon, where he was surrounded...

Dec 26, 2024

Ms. Mary Ann Wilson was born on December 21, 1962, in Tchula, Mississippi, to George Edward Wilson Sr. and Annie Mae Wilson.

She is preceded in death by her father, George Edward Wilson Sr.; her mother, Annie Mae Wilson; sister, Bobbie Jean Couch; her nephew, George Wilson; and her grandparents, Joe Carter, Ola Mae Farmer-Carter, Vinie Ransburg, and Preston Williams.

Mary Ann...