All Obituaries

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Tillman Jr., affectionately known as “Goonie,” who departed this life on July 4, 2026, at the age of 54. David was born on August 12, 1971, in Chicago, Illinois, to Rosezella James and David Tillman Sr. He lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep appreciation for family. To those who knew him, Goonie was more than a son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend—he was the one ...

Remember  Christina Rossetti Remember me when I am gone away, Gone far away into the silent land; When you can no more hold me by the hand, Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay. Remember me when no more day by day You tell me of our future that you plann'd: Only remember me; you understand It will be late to counsel then or pray. Yet if you should forget me for a while And afterwards remember, do not grieve: For if the darkness and corruption leave A vestige of the ...

I, Kenneth Jones, the 10° child of Robert Jones and Chritine Sharp Jones in the state of Mississippi. I accepted Christ at an early age under the leadership of Rev. Manuel at the Free Grace M.B.C. where my grandparents were members. After moving to Chicago, I united with Union M.B.C where Rev. James Moore was Pastor. I learned a lot from Rev. Moore. I enjoyed singing with the choir. After working a few years, 1 fulfilled my dreams by enlisting in the U.S. Navy. (What a great ...

Our beloved brother, Fred Lee Anderson, was born on July 25, 1958, to the late Fred Anderson and Hattie Mae Anderson. Fred accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Lawndale Missionary Baptist Church. He received his education at Manley High School and later completed a welding program. Fred was employed by the Schwinn Bicycle Company, where he worked faithfully for many years. Fred enjoyed fishing with his brother Cleo, spending time with family, and playing his lottery numbers. ...

Terrance "Spanky" Taylor was born on May 25, 1977, in Chicago, Illinois, to the loving union of Venora "Vicki" Taylor and Lardell Taylor, who preceded him in death. On June 2, 2026, at 5:30 a.m., Terrance peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, Minnesota, at the age of 49. Terrance was a devoted family man whose greatest joy was spending time with those he loved. He cherished family gatherings, creating lasting ...

  If I Should Go Tomorrow If I should go tomorrow It would never be goodbye, For I have left my heart with you, So don't you ever cry. The love that's deep within me, Shall reach you from the stars, You'll feel it from the heavens, And it will heal the scars. Anon

Gone, But Not Forgotten Don’t think of her as gone away Her journey’s just begun, Life holds so many facets This earth is only one. Just think of her as resting From the sorrows and the tears In a place of warmth and comfort Where there are no days and years. Think how she must be wishing That we could know today How nothing but our sadness Can really pass away. And think of her as living In the hearts of those she/he touched For nothing loved is ever lost And she was loved ...

Justin Ray Anderson was born On December 31, 1980 in Chicago, Il. to James E. Anderson SR. and Darlene Anderson (Who has preceded him in death) and grandparents Willard and Mildred Arrington and uncle Tyrone Arrington (who also preceded him in death.) Justin graduated from Saint Katherine Elementary School and Lane Tech High School and went to Northeastern College studying Engineering and Accounting. Justin worked many jobs, mostly as an Air Traffic Controller and a Truck ...

WILLIE T. BODIE, JR "Bodie" was born on January 23,1953 in Tallahatchie, Mississippi to the union of the late Willie T. and Joanna Bodie. Bodie was one of nine children of which 3 Sisters preceded him in death. Bodie confessed in Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Union Hill Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. William Johnson in Chicago, Illinois. Bodie attended schools in the Chicago Public School System where he attended Bryant Public School, Mason Upper ...

Mildred was born on April 1, 1940, in Oran, Missouri, the eldest of four children born to the union of Ivory and Mary Alice Howlett. She later became the proud mother of five wonderful children, whom she raised with strength, love, and unwavering dedication. At the age of 33, she surrendered her life to Christ at Holy Temple COGIC in Culp IL, under the leadership of the late Pastor Russell Massey. Upon returning to Chicago, she became a devoted member of Unity COGIC, pastored by the late ...