Posts in category Obituaries

Who knew that a pair of Jordans, a Tshirt, jeans, and an attitude could influence what is considered haute couture and change the landscape of …

Funeral services are being held Dec. 11 in Tampa for Dr. Walter L. Smith, educational leader, citizen of the world and seventh president of Florida …

RANGE FUNERAL HOME  Honorable Carrie Pittman Meek, 95, retired Congresswoman, died November 28, at home. Survivors include her son, Hon. Kendrick Meek; daughters, Lucia DavisRaiford …

Lee Elder played through the scourge of racism. He broke down enormous barriers. He carved a path for Tiger Woods and others to follow. Finally, …

DETROIT (AP) – Barbara-Rose Collins, who represented Detroit in Congress and served on its City Council, has died after contracting COVID-19. She was 82. Collins’ …

Atlanta (AP) – Longtime Atlanta news anchor Jovita Moore has died after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. She was 54. WSB-TV, …

Beirut (AP) – One of the Arab world’s most famous singers, Sabah Fakhri, who has entertained generations with traditional songs and preserved extinct forms of …

JAY FUNERAL HOME  Melvina Bufkins, 67, childcare, died October 20th. Service will be held 10am Saturday, November 6, at Morning Star. Spencer Jones, 63, died …

Ronnie Wilson, multi-instrumentalist and founder of the popular R&B and funk group The Gap Band, has died. He was 73. His wife, Linda Boulware-Wilson, posted …

JAY FUNERAL HOME  Edd Suddreth, 80, line man, died October 11. Viewing will be held 46pm Thursday, October 28, at Jay Funeral Home. Kerry Cannon, …