Recent Obituaries in St. Louis

Arnold Gene Atkins

Arnold Gene Atkins

Jul 23, 2012

ObituaryArnold Gene Atkins, the youngest son born to the late Walter Curtis and Mattie Lucille (nee Moore) Atkins, was born February 14, 1960. One sibling, David, followed him since his demise. Arnold was reared from birth in Christ Hollness Temple where he participated in youth activities. He attended the St. Louis County Public Schools. After high school graduation, he...

Ora Lee Hayden

Ora Lee Hayden

Jul 21, 2012

ObituaryOra Lee was born in Howell, Arkansas on January 7, 1932 to Jack Nelson and Naomi Bass Nelson. Her parents and a brother, Floyd Ryland Nelson, preceded her in death. Ora Lee accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior at an early age and was baptized at Mount Bethel Church in Howell, Arkansas. Ora Lee moved to Saint Louis as...

Freddie Eugene Craig

Freddie Eugene Craig

Jul 18, 2012

ObituaryFreddie Eugene Craig, the son of Reverend Dan and Willie Mae Craig was born December 9, 1953 in Helena, Arkansas. Freddie joined Free Grace Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend P.D. Allen in 1975. Freddie was the oldest of eight siblings and was known for "trying to keep everybody in line." Freddie attended St. Louis Public Schools...

Vera Zarina Garner

Vera Zarina Garner

Jul 14, 2012

Life's Reflections Vera Zarina Garner was born February 9, 1949 in Elmwood Park. Vera was the baby of thirteen children raised by Harold and Julia Garner. Vera was preceded in death by both parents, three sisters: Juanita, Shirley and Norma; and three brothers: Donald, Roland and Harry. Vera attended Elementary, Junior and Senior High Schools in the Ritenour School...

James Henry Fantroy

James Henry Fantroy

Jul 12, 2012

ObituaryJames Henry Fantroy (affectionateiy known as "Jimmy) was born February 14, 1958 to William and Bertha Fantroy in St. Louis, Missouri. James was the fifth of eight children. His father William A. Fantroy and brother-in-law Hurley Nickens preceded him in death. As a young man, James accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior and was educated in the Kirkwood Public...

Deidre A. Little-Bennett

Deidre A. Little-Bennett

Jul 9, 2012

Life ReflectionsDeidre A. Little was born December 2, 1960. To the union of Ernest Sr. And Thelma Josephine Little, who preceded her in death. Deidre attended the Brentwood School System where she graduated, and then went on to Fontbonne University for 2 years. Deidre confessed a hope in Christ in her youth where as she was a member of...

Karen Lancee Baker

Karen Lancee Baker

Jul 3, 2012

Life ReflectionsMRS. KAREN GRAVES-BAKER was born June 8,1953 in St. Louis, Missouri. She attended St .Louis Public Schools and graduated from Sumner High School. She graduated from the University of Colorado with a major in Recreation and a minor in Education. She worked at Mallinckrodt Radiopharmaceutical most of her adult life and retired in November of 20 10. At...

Joyce Marie Mccarthy

Joyce Marie Mccarthy

Jun 26, 2012

Life ReflectionsJoyce Marie (Johnson) McCarthy was born on August 16, 1945 in Hayti, Missouri. She was the second oldest of Dorothy and George Johnson. Joyce married Harvey McCarthy, Jr. and, after his death, later married Leroy Williams, Jr. She had two daughters. Joyce was preced- ed in death by her father and two brothers, Paul Johnson and Steven Johnson....

Lillian Beatrice Burnside Williams

Lillian Beatrice Burnside Williams

Jun 26, 2012

ObituaryLillian Beatrice Burnside-Williams was born August 12th, 1937 to Nolenand Ethel Burnside in Poplar Grove, Arkansas. She was a strong, kindhearted, God fearing woman until God called her home. Her husband, mother, father and five brothers preceded her in death. For years she served God by ushering in the church, leading praise and worship, and being a faithful. dedicated...

Arthur Lorell Clair, Sr.

Arthur Lorell Clair, Sr.

Jun 19, 2012

Life Reflections Arthur Lorell Clair Sr. was born on December 16, 1941 to proud parents Ervin Jerome Clair and Alfreida Elizabeth Alexander Clair. When his mother passed he was raised by Hattie Clair. Arthur was baptized at an early age by Rev. William Thompson at First Baptist Church of Creve Coeur. Arthur married Georgetta Ball on August 16, 1964....

Lance Abernathy, Jr.

Lance Abernathy, Jr.

Jun 15, 2012

In Loving Memory Of -Lance Albernathy, Jr. born January 25th, 1974 in St. Louis, Missouri, the third child born to Leatha Gamble and the late Lance Albernathy, Sr. Lance was the third of 4 children: Richard Booth, Roy Booth, and Kinga Telfair. Lance attended the Kirkwood School District. He went to First Baptist Church of Meacham Park. Lance enjoyed...

Theophilus Calvin

Theophilus Calvin

Jun 11, 2012

asleep in Jesus -Beloved aunt of John Wortham .

Ethel Nicole Ivy

Ethel Nicole Ivy

Jun 5, 2012

Life ReflectionsEthel Nicole Ivy was born on December 30, 1968 in Saint Louis, Missouri from the union of Steven E. Turner, Sr. and Toni M. TurnerNina, affectionately called by her family and friends, was the eldest of he siblings: Steven E. Turner, Jr., Stephanie M. Turner, Michelle Y. Turner Hopson, and her two adoptive Sisters, Aila Jenkins and Ava...

Willie Jackson Macon

Willie Jackson Macon

Jun 4, 2012

Willie Jackson Macon Beloved Brother, Uncle & Friend Born on October 15, 1936, he was the fourth of five children born to Louretha Sherrod-Macon and Fed Macon in Louisville, Mississippi. Two of his siblings Rev. Jeremiah Macon and Helen Macon-Cooper, preceded him in death. He confessed a hope in Christ at an early age while attending the Mt. Sinai...

Denise Elaine Taggert

Denise Elaine Taggert

Jun 3, 2012

ObituaryDenise Elaine Taggert was born April 5, 1962 in St. Louis, MO to the union of Emma D. Taggert-Taylor and Levi Taggert II. Denise attended Webster Groves Nigh School. Later she attend- ed Job Corps and took the trait of nursing. She confessed her love for Christ at an early age and joined Parks Chapel. Later, she met Lonnie...

Magnolia Guyton

Magnolia Guyton

May 27, 2012

Life ReflectionsMAGNOLIA WALLEY GUYTON, was born in Stateline, MS on June 18, 1924. She was the oldest daughter of Leonard Walley and Annie Mae Walley. Maggie came to St. Louis, Missouri in 1942. She cooked at several St. Louis hotels and in later years she did domestic work. She met and married Burnell Cuyton, Sr. She accepted Christ and...

James Edward Watson

James Edward Watson

May 22, 2012

HIS lIFE ... James Edward (Ackmed) Watson was born to Cornelious James Tanksley & Sidra Boston Watson in Richmond Heights, Missouri who both have preceded him in death. He entered this world on March 9, 1952. A beloved father, brother and grandfather he is also preceded in death by his grandparents; Booker & Fannie Boston, his daughter; Zeotta Watson,...

Jaylie Miracle Elkins

Jaylie Miracle Elkins

May 21, 2012

Jaylie "Miracle" ElkJns... was born on May 5, 2011 to Jillian Denise Elkins and Joshua Christopher Andrew Battle. Jaylie was brought into this world for a short time fulfilling her purpose of touching the hearts and lives of everyone around her. She brought so much joy and happiness to the people.While at Cardinal Glennon Hospital during that time. She...

Erma Lucille Drayton

Erma Lucille Drayton

May 11, 2012

Life's Reflections Erma Lucille Shane was born on July 17, 1922 to Porter and Irabelle Shane in St. Louis, MO. In 1939 she joined in union to Harold Smith in which they had five children. Later she bore a daughter, Carla Davis. In 1958, Erma was lovingly joined in holy matrimony with Robert V. Drayton and God blessed them...

Chajmira Jackson

Chajmira Jackson

May 9, 2012

MEMORIAL Wednesday, May 16,2012 5:00-6:00 P.M. Williams & James Funeral Home St. Louis, MO 63132 Repast 914 Country Club Dr. Pasadena Park, MO 63121 Order of Memorial Service Soft Music..............................................................,,,,,.Paster James Foster Scripture Reading (1 Corinthians 15: 50 - 58 )....Paster James Foster Selection..................Soon and very soon we are going to see the King Acknowledgement of Cards, Gift, ETC....