All Obituaries

 OLLIE M. SMITH, age 95, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021, at her home.  She was born July 14, 1925 in Marion, Alabama to Luellen and Peggie (Stemage) Chapman.   She was baptized at the age of 12 at Greenleaf Baptist Church in Marion, Alabama.  In 1956, she married Richard C. Smith. They resided in in Michigan for many years.  While there she worked for Progressive Cleaners as a seamstress for 20 years.  In 1978, she moved to Fort Wayne, Indiana and...

Our Savior Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. Let us remember with thanksgiving what God has done through His servant Gladys Evelyn (Wise) Presley. Gladys Evelyn (Wise) Presley Evelyn, as she was known by many, was born on March 28, 1927. On September 19, 1952, she received the gift of a beloved companion in her spouse, Douglas Wayne Presley, who preceded her in death. She was blessed with the gift of...

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sis, JoAnn Bowman

EVANGELIST DOROTHY NICHOLS, age 73, passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2021. Surviving are her children, Sheila Nichols, Velton D. Nichols and Isaiah Nichols III; her sister, Gloria Cruse and brother, Anthony Blankenship, 11 grandchildren and numerous other family members and friends. Services will be streamed live via Jerusalem Baptist Church Facebook page  

JACK BROOKS AKA “BUDDY” Jack “Buddy” Brooks, age 66, was born November 13, 1954, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Dewitt and Nancy M. Brooks.  He departed this life on Saturday, January 8, 2021 at Lutheran Hospital surrounded by his loving family.  Jack leaves to cherish his memory with his three sons, Kenyatta (Dawn) Simpson Sr., of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Demetrice (Emily) Burton of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Quiyon (Shanda) Brooks Sr. of Dallas,...

N’Kosha Zonia Kizer was born March 7, 1992 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She departed this life on Tuesday, January 5, 2021.    N’Kosha was a good daughter, and a loving and caring mother. She was a good friend to all who came in contact with her. She was one of the best hairdressers in Fort Wayne.   She leaves to cherish her memory, her companion, Joshua Gary Sr.; mother, Clortee Bridges, and companion, Reggie Turner; father, Albert Junior Kizer and companion,...

A loving soul was taken from us in the twinkling of an eye when God summoned the Angel of Silence to bring his daughter home.  A beautiful and faithful life ended here on earth on Thursday, December 31, 2020.   Janet Lynn Muff   was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on November 27, 1962 to the late Anna Mae and the late Willie Muff. Janet accepted Christ at an early age and joined True Love Missionary Baptist church under the leadership of the late Bishop Jesse...

CHRISTOPHER M. WILLIAMS, age 49, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020. Surviving are his mother, Karen Fowler-Williams; sisters, Rhonda Derrick and Chelsea Phillips; brother, Charles J. Williams Jr.; and a host of other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles J. Williams Sr.; brother, Shawn Fowler; and sister, Lassette Helire. Due to the ongoing concern of Covid-19 a service will be held at a later date. Christopher will be laid to rest in...

Michael Lashon Jefferson was 29 years old. He was not only a loving human being but was a loving father, son, brother,cousin, nephew, uncle and friend. His kind and goofy ways always kept the family afloat and bursting with laughter. His smile was pure joy and his heart was wise. He loved to bust a move anytime he got and would hoop anybody on a basketball court. Michael was trying to do better and even get out free for his only son he leaves behind Armon by getting his GED and...

Elizabeth Marie Ganaway, age 83, was born August 18, 1937 to Sylvia (Williams) Ganaway and John Ganaway in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  She was the oldest girl of seven siblings.  Elizabeth attended McCulloch, Harmar and Central High School in Fort Wayne graduating in 1955. She departed this life on Thursday, December 24, 2020 at her home. Elizabeth accepted Christ at an early age and served for many years at Christ Temple Apostolic Church under the leadership of the late Elder...