All Obituaries

Ella Lou Richard 80, of Michigan City, Indiana went home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2024 at Franciscan Health Center. A Celebration of life will be held Friday, May 10, 2024 at her home Church, Zion Hill Baptist Church 123 Helen St. Michigan City, Indiana 46360 with Pastor James E. Lane Jr., to do Eulogy. Viewing will be 10am until time of service at the Church. Interment to follow at Swan Lake Memorial Gardens.  2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus...

Norma Jean Smith, 81, of Gary, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024. She was born on February 21st 1943, in Cairo, Illinois, to Etheline Murray and Gus Keywood. Norma was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Mary Everly McQuire. Known for her vibrant and fun-loving personality, Norma brought joy to those around her with her infectious laugh, quick wit, and love for good times. She cherished her relationships with friends and family and had a special fondness for...

Latashia Monique Graham was born on September 25, 1972, in Michigan City, Indiana to Lillian Graham. Tashia grew up in Michigan City and attended Michigan City area schools where she graduated from Rogers High School. She was a bus monitor for over 20 years until her health began to decline. She was a part of a group called N.B.Q. sisters. Tashia enjoyed singing, taking pictures, babysitting, shopping, partying, playing bingo, but most of all loved spending time with her family and...

HER STORY... Joyce Ann Lipsey, affectionately known as “Doll”, was born on November 3, 1952, to the late John C. and Leathie Lipsey in Michigan City, Indiana.  In 1962, she confessed her love for the Lord, at the tender age of 10 years old. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Lakeland and later became a member of Mt. Zion MB Church (Now known as Zion Hill MB Church). While a member at Zion Hill, Joyce served the Lord through various auxiliaries, such as the...

Ricardo Peterson, also known by Blade was born July 11, 1963 to Willie and Bertha Peterson in Michigan City, Indiana. He accepted Christ at an early age under the leadership of Rev. Ship of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Michigan City, IN. Ricardo attended Elston High School. He worked for the Michigan City Refuse Department for 16 years of loyalty performance. He was also employed at Tri Plex as a laborer. Ricardo’s hobbies were fishing, going to the casino, and he loved yard...

His Legacy... Baby Abel Reign Sampson was born on February 2, 2024 to Malachi Sampson and Shianne Gramlin in Michigan City, Indiana. He leaves to cherish his memories: his Parents: Malachi Sampson and Shianne Gramlin, his Brothers: Malachi Sampson Jr., Mikah Sampson, Grandparents: Tiffany Ramirez, Robert Sampson, Bobbie Jo Novak-Gramlin , Donnie Keaton , and Kevin Clark, Uncles: Sébastian Sampson, Robert Sampson Jr., Aunts: Aleshla Ramirez, Jocelyn Stephens, Sydney Stachulak, Maggie...

Julie Ann Thomas 63, of Michigan City, Indiana gained her wings on April 7, 2024. No services are scheduled at this time. Interment will be private. Please continue to keep the family in your prayers.

 HIS STORY... Michael Fields, affectionally known as “Mike,” was born on June 21, 1959, in Chicago, IL to the late Josephine Fields and Johnnie Estelle. Michael grew up in Chicago where he attended elementary school and high school at Carver High School. Later in his life, he relocated to Georgia with his wife. Michael was a hardworking individual, and his employers truly appreciated him. He worked at LePetite Baker in Marietta, Georgia for a couple years, and his last...

HIS LEGACY... Richard Anthony Gore, known as “Big Rick,” was born on December 13, 1963 in Fort Wayne, IN to Richard L. Sr. and Judy Gore. Ricky grew up in Michigan City, Indiana and graduated from Roger’s High School, Class of 1983. Ricky found himself as a cook at several different restaurant chains throughout Michigan City. He worked several years alongside his father, Richard L. Sr., as well as the men’s shelter of the Salvation Army, supplying temporary housing...

Edith (MEANING) WEALTH PROSPERITY A Blessed Woman Who Is A Gift To Mankind Edith Marie Paige was born on June 9, 1939 in Little Rock Arkansas to the union of John Samuel Thomas and Doris Elizabeth Fowler, both who preceded her in death. Edith lost her birth mother Doris at a young age, but was Blessed to be raised by her bonus Mom Clara Thomas and developed a special connection with her Aunt Hazel Broadnax that she always treasured. Edith was the great matriarch of the family also known...