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Ocie Harris Joliet
Ocie James Harris was born on April 28, 1937 to Earley and Celler Stine Harris in Blytheville, Arkansas. He was one of twelve children born, into the union of holy matrimony of Earley and Celler Stine Harris. Ocie was an Army veteran who served for three (3) years and was honorably discharged. He then pursued a college degree and graduated, after which, he was employed at Durkee for several years and also worked at Stateville Correctional Center. Ocie accepted Jesus...
Ocie James Harris was born on April 28, 1937 to Earley and Celler Stine Harris in Blytheville, Arkansas. He was one of twelve children born, into the union of holy matrimony of Earley and...
Charles Branch Bolingbrook
Charles (Chuck) Otis Branch was born on December 22, 1923, the third of 5 children to Agnes and William Branch. Chuck grew up in the warmth of his close family in a modest brownstone in the Chicago Woodlawn community. Wise but always humble, he will be remembered by so many for his loving, compassionate, and generous spirit. Chuck attended McCosh Elementary and graduated from Englewood High School in 1942. Eager to join his brothers in service to his country, Chuck had no qualms answering...
Charles (Chuck) Otis Branch was born on December 22, 1923, the third of 5 children to Agnes and William Branch. Chuck grew up in the warmth of his close family in a modest brownstone in the...
Lloydis Shelby Sr. Joliet, Il
Lloydis Shelby Sr. was born on April 27, 1930 to Roy S. and Rubie Ainsworth Crosby in Soso, Mississippi. He was the only child born to this union.
Lloydis confessed Christ at an early age where he worked diligently in various churches with his father, Pastor Roy S. Shelby.
He was educated at Shady Grove School in SoSo, MS. During this time he was very active in sports. He was a guard on the basketball team. He...
Lloydis Shelby Sr. was born on April 27, 1930 to Roy S. and Rubie Ainsworth Crosby in Soso, Mississippi. He was the only child born to this union.
Lloydis confessed Christ at an early age...
Alan Hickman Joliet
Alan Lee Hickman was born February 24, 1947 in Chicago, IL to the late John L. & Mildred Hickman. “Moe” as he was affectionately known as transitioned this life on July 25, 2020. Moe accepted Christ as a teenager and was baptized at Shiloh MB. Church under his uncle the late Rev. J.W. Walton, Sr where he briefly served on the usher board.
After graduating from Lockport High School, He enlisted in the Marine Corps. After discharge he began a long time career at...
Alan Lee Hickman was born February 24, 1947 in Chicago, IL to the late John L. & Mildred Hickman. “Moe” as he was affectionately known as transitioned this life on July 25,...
Wesley Whorton Plainfield, Illinois
Wesley received his wings on Thursday, July 23, 2020 and moved to heaven after several battles with cancer. On September 21, 1950 he was the first born to Juliet Beauchamp. Wesley was a graduate of Mackenzie High School in Detroit, MI where he played the saxophone in the band.
In 1979 Wes met the love of his life, Gwendolyn Reed, and to that union a daughter was born and completed their blended family. Gwen & Wes shared a life filled with love and joy for 40 years. Wes’ children...
Wesley received his wings on Thursday, July 23, 2020 and moved to heaven after several battles with cancer. On September 21, 1950 he was the first born to Juliet Beauchamp. Wesley was a graduate...
Marvin McCord Joliet
Marvin G. McCord, Sr. suddenly passed away at the age of 82. Marvin was born in Beloit, Wisconsin to the parents of John McCord and Mattie Bell. Marvin attended Beloit Wisconsin High School and graduated in 1955. He was employed at Caterpillar and retired in 1995. Marvin accepted Christ and became a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. Later in life he joined Mount Olive Baptist Church. Marvin is proceeded in death by his parents John and Mattie McCord, His...
Marvin G. McCord, Sr. suddenly passed away at the age of 82. Marvin was born in Beloit, Wisconsin to the parents of John McCord and Mattie Bell. Marvin attended Beloit Wisconsin High...
Terry Irby Joliet
Dr. Terry R. Irby was born on May 23, 1949 and passed away peacefully on October 23, 2018. She gave her life to the Lord at an early age. Dr. Irby had a passion for education and learning which led to educational achievements including an Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Master’s Degree in Reading, Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and a Ph.D. in Higher Education, Academic Administration.
Dr. Irby led the...
Dr. Terry R. Irby was born on May 23, 1949 and passed away peacefully on October 23, 2018. She gave her life to the Lord at an early age. Dr. Irby had a passion for education...
Linda Walker Joliet, IL
Linda Jean Walker, age 68, passed away suddenly at home on August 1st, 2018.
Linda was born in Mobile, Alabama to Thomas and Mabel Robinson .
She moved to Joliet, Illinois in 1969. She worked a variety of jobs, most recently as a home care provider.
She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Penny.
Linda is survived by her three loving brothers: Billy (Janet) Robinson of Jackson, Alabama; Bobby Robinson of Joliet, Illinois and Ozzie...
Linda Jean Walker, age 68, passed away suddenly at home on August 1st, 2018.
Linda was born in Mobile, Alabama to Thomas and Mabel Robinson .
She moved to Joliet, Illinois in...
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