Brenda Joyce Allen
Jul 23, 2026
Reverend Dr. Brenda Joyce Allen, 79, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, peacefully transitioned at home on July 23, 2026.
She began her life in East Saint Louis, Illinois in 1946 as the fourth, of eventually, nine children blessed to the union of Rev. Fred L. Pettie and Essie M. Pettie.
Although she spent most of her...
Darryl Clark
Jul 17, 2026
Darryl Clark was born on August 9, 1956, in East St. Louis, Illinois to Leon and Essie Mae Clark.
Darryl resided in the Goose Hill area and attended the East St. Louis Public Schools.
Darryl confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and was baptized. He later...
Henry Harper Sr.
Jul 15, 2026
Henry Thomas "T-Harper" Harper Sr. was born on December 13, 1933 in Blytheville, Arkansas. He lived a life defined by faith, service, hard work, and an unwavering devotion to his family and community.
Henry proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, receiving an honorable discharge after his military service in...
Verna "Pat" Haynes
Jul 15, 2026
Verna Patricia Haynes, affectionately known as "Pat," was born on September 8, 1957, at St. Louis Maternity Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri, to John Matthew Haynes and Goldia Geraldine Pryor. After 68 beautiful, love-filled years, Pat transitioned peacefully on July 15, 2026, at Kindred Hospital in Brea, California, following a period of declining health. She leaves behind...
James Taylor Sr.
Jul 13, 2026
James Taylor Sr. was born on October 17, 1958, in Canton, Mississippi, to Walter Lee and Madell Taylor. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Shirley Brown, and nieces, Linda, Natasha, and Jermecka.
James graduated from Canton Public School in 1977. He relocated from Mississippi to Illinois, where he lived...
Wilbur Ervin Jr.
Jul 10, 2026
Wilbur Ervin Jr. was born to Wilbur Ervin Sr. and Lorastine Doss on July 4, 1962 in St. Louis, Missouri. Both preceded Will in death.
Will, affectionately called "Shane," and his family had the gift of song and enjoyed singing. Shane would break out into a song at any given time, anywhere.
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Gregory Ross
Jul 6, 2026
Gregory Ross was born on September 4, 1952 in East St. Louis, Illinois to Thomas Ross and Clara Patterson-Ross. He confessed a hope in Christ at an early age under the leadership of the late James Wings at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church.
Gregory received his education from School District #189 and graduated...
Lenona D. Williams
Jul 2, 2026
The Life Of Lenona Lenona "Rita" Williams, also known as "Grandma Rita" and to family as "Lenore," was a woman of vibrant joy and boundless love. She peacefully transitioned home on July 2, 2026. A beautiful soul, she was lighthearted and fun, yet always commanded respect.
Her Journey Born...