Sep 1, 2026

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Celebrating the Life of

Darvin Lavan Shaver

November 21, 1950 - September 1, 2026

His Life & Legacy

Darvin Lavan Shaver was born on November 21, 1950, in Montgomery, Alabama, to the late Johnny and Leola Shaver. Darvin was the youngest of three children and he accepted Christ...

Sep 5, 2026

Beverly Ann Johnson was born on September 24, 1958, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late parents, Carl E. Johnson and Barbra Johnson (a.k.a. Bobbie). Her family roots reign from Texas, with a Native American and African American heritage. Beverly grew up with her 3 brothers and after losing their mother at a very young age, she played the dual role...

Aug 29, 2026

Loretta Williams was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on February 24, 1958, to the union of the late Lafayette and Mary Williams. She grew up and was raised along with her two sisters. She attended Cleveland Public Schools. After graduating from high school, she continued her education and graduated from Cuyahoga Community College, earning a degree in business management. Loretta was...

Aug 26, 2026

George “Jokie” Hatcher Sr., finished his earthly journey on August 26, 2026, at 92 years old, after a short illness. George was born on March 15, 1934 to Willie Eugene Sr., and Ponner Hatcher, here in Cleveland, Ohio. From this union, George was the youngest son of ten siblings.

George received his formal education from the Cleveland Public Schools. After high...

Aug 21, 2026

Randolph Townsend was born on July 24, 1959, in Leonardtown, Maryland. He was the first-born child of Sophia Marie Townsend, a native of Maryland. Randy was the eldest of four children-one sister, Justina Townsend, and two brothers, Kenneth and Chris Townsend. He, along with his mother, Sophia; his sister, Justina; and his father, Kenneth Townsend, later relocated to Cleveland, Ohio,...

Aug 11, 2026

Richard Bradford Jr., born September 29, 1969, was a loving father, son, grandfather, brother, and friend remembered for his kind, outgoing, and respectful nature. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, entertaining, and bringing family and friends together, and was known for forming close bonds with everyone he met.

He was affectionately known as Slick Rick, Ricky, Mac Daddy, and Bucko, and was called...

Aug 8, 2026

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Denise Ali was born on April 23, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois, to Mary Alice and Henry Drew. She was the third of five children. On Saturday, August 8, 2026, Denise peacefully departed this life.

Having been introduced to Christ at an early age and baptized at Sunrise Baptist...

Aug 6, 2026

In Loving Memory of Bennie Beard Jr.February 26, 1936 - August 6, 2026

Bennie Beard Jr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Heritage Crossing. He was 90 years old.

Bennie was born February 26, 1936, in Crawfordsville, Arkansas, to the late Bennie Beard Sr. and Viola (McDonald) Beard. He was the sixth of 11 children. He accepted...

Jul 29, 2026

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William Thomas Vaughn was born on March 25, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his mother, Jeanette Vaughn. He was her only child. William’s earliest childhood memories were of living in Elyria, Ohio.

William earned his GED from Max S. Hayes High School and went on to...

Jul 27, 2026

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Jul 25, 2026

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Teia Maria Murphy, born on November 9, 1959, transitioned peacefully from this life on July 25, 2026. A devoted daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother, she embraced her family and friends with boundless love and warmth. Teia will be deeply missed by her son, Rashawn...

Jul 22, 2026

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Demetrius Broussard White was born on May 20, 1979, to William (Andre) Burse and Gwendolyn Ann White. As the oldest child and the first boy among eight sisters and one brother, Demetrius naturally stepped into a role of love, protection, and leadership within his...

Jul 17, 2026

Emanuel Lee was born on May 3, 1975, at Hillcrest Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Major Emanuel Lee and the late Rosa Mae Franks. He had one sibling, Rose Marie Lee.

Emanuel was born and raised on East 139th Street. He attended Mount Pleasant Catholic, where he helped establish the Royal Family. Emanuel excelled in basketball at Mount...

Jul 13, 2026

Donald Gillespie Jr. was born on July 9, 1965, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Donald Gillespie Sr. and Cheryl Gillespie. One of eight children and the second oldest, Donald was active from an early age. As a young man, he developed a love for sports, especially basketball, and spent countless hours playing on courts throughout the city. He attended Shaw High...

Jul 12, 2026

Fredrick Moss was born on August 18, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Benny Moss and Ruby Moss. He grew up alongside his eight siblings: B.J. Johnson, John Henry, Linda, Gloria, Cornell, Teresa, Stanley, and Phillip.

Fredrick attended East High School, where he met the love of his life, Dorine Brownlee. While in high school, he ran cross-country and track and...

Jul 10, 2026

Jul 6, 2026

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Marchéa Denise Tiggs-Smith, affectionately known as "Cookie Tee" and "Veda," was born on April 8, 1970, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Floyd and Louise Barbee. She was the youngest of six children, blessed to grow up with two sisters and three brothers.

Marchéa was...

Jul 5, 2026

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Erick Roberson. A man whose presence could light up any room and whose kindness left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Erick Anthony Roberson was born July 19, 1967 in Cleveland, Ohio to Rodell and Bernice Roberson. Known as the...

Jun 30, 2026

Deborah Saleem was born as Deborha K Withers on February third 1964 to the union of Walter and Ida Mae Withers and she was the 4th of five children. Throughout her life she liked to sing and dance and always had a desire to learn how to play piano.

Deborah graduated from Glenville High School in 1982. Later she enrolled in...

Jun 28, 2026

Dolores Ruth Randall was born on June 4, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, to William Randall and Ethel Randall. Dolores had four siblings: David Rease, Warnell Randall, William ("Billy") Randall, and Darnell Randall.

Dolores attended Cleveland Public Schools, where she received her diploma from Glenville High School. She accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age and attended Greater Avery...