Obituaries
Gary Ted Hayes
Dec 5, 2024
Obituary
Gary T. Hayes
Gary T. Hayes, a beloved son, brother, and friend, graced this world with his presence on May 19, 1955, in Elizabeth, New Jersey. He was the youngest of three children born to Donahue and Eleanor (Tottie) Hayes. From his early days, Gary exhibited an extraordinary curiosity and talent in the realms of chemistry and the intricate art...
Evangelist Charlene McLin
Dec 4, 2024
Evangelist Charlene Hill was born on April 2, 1954, in Denver, Colorado to her parents, David and Charlie Hill. She was raised with her sister, Patrice Hill. As a child, Charlene enjoyed helping in the kitchen. Her mother and aunt Ora taught her how to make many things from scratch. Charlene had a lot of energy in her young years....
Superintendent Chester Maxwell
Dec 4, 2024
A SERVANTS JOURNEY
Superintendent Chester Lynn Maxwell
Superintendent Chester Lynn Maxwell, a beacon of faith and service, was born on January 6, 1953, in Burnett, Texas, to Mervene and Odell Maxwell. His journey through life was marked by an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, as evidenced by his achievements at Pala Duro High School in Amarillo, where he thrived academically. He furthered his...
Ronnie Holden
Dec 4, 2024
PRECIOUS MEMORIES
Ronnie “Boggadi Bob” Holde
With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Ronnie “Boggadi Bob” Holden, whose journey began on August 16, 1956, in the vibrant city of Denver, Colorado. Born to Ruthie Mae Holden and Russell Heath, he was the cherished third child of this loving union.
Ronnie was a proud Thunderbolt, having attended Denver public schools, where he laid...
Norma Faye Phillips
Dec 4, 2024
LIFE’’S REFLECTIONS
Norma Faye Bryant Phillips
Norma Faye Bryant, a cherished soul born on September 5, 1938, to Purl and Dora May Bryant, embarked on her journey of life in the vibrant city of Denver, Colorado. As the second of six children, Norma formed deep bonds of love and camaraderie, particularly with her cousin Gloria, with whom she shared a bed during...
Marvin Ludell Kelly Sr.
Nov 30, 2024
For those who are able, please wear navy blue to the Celebration of Life.
Marvin Ludell Kelly, Sr. began on January 31, 1952, in Kansas City, MO, when he was born to Cora Elizabeth Kelly and Rev. Eugene Kelly, Sr. He was the second of four children, with one sister, Sharon Jean Green, and two brothers, Mark and Matthew Kelly.
On November...
Shirley Ann Gilkey
Nov 24, 2024
Obituary
Shirley (Cheryl) Gilkey
Shirley Gilkey, affectionately known as Cheryl, graced our lives with her vibrant spirit on January 21, 1952, born to Grace and Melvin Gilkey in the heart of Denver, Colorado. As the seventh child in a beloved family of eight, her presence was a brilliant thread woven into the tapestry of their lives.
Shirley’s journey through education began in...
Amaya Kennedy Bradley
Nov 23, 2024
Precious Memories
Little Miss Amaya Kennedy Bradley
Those we love remain with us, for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone; those we love can never be more than a thought apart; for as long as there is memory, they’ll live on in the heart.
Amaya Kennedy Bradley blessed her parents, Parrish J. Bradley, and Marshannon...
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Gary Ted Hayes
Dec 5, 2024
Obituary
Gary T. Hayes
Gary T. Hayes, a beloved son, brother, and friend, graced this world with his presence on May 19, 1955, in Elizabeth, New Jersey. He was the youngest of three children born to Donahue and Eleanor (Tottie) Hayes. From his early days, Gary exhibited an extraordinary curiosity and talent in the realms of chemistry and the intricate art...
Evangelist Charlene McLin
Dec 4, 2024
Evangelist Charlene Hill was born on April 2, 1954, in Denver, Colorado to her parents, David and Charlie Hill. She was raised with her sister, Patrice Hill. As a child, Charlene enjoyed helping in the kitchen. Her mother and aunt Ora taught her how to make many things from scratch. Charlene had a lot of energy in her young years....
Superintendent Chester Maxwell
Dec 4, 2024
A SERVANTS JOURNEY
Superintendent Chester Lynn Maxwell
Superintendent Chester Lynn Maxwell, a beacon of faith and service, was born on January 6, 1953, in Burnett, Texas, to Mervene and Odell Maxwell. His journey through life was marked by an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, as evidenced by his achievements at Pala Duro High School in Amarillo, where he thrived academically. He furthered his...
Ronnie Holden
Dec 4, 2024
PRECIOUS MEMORIES
Ronnie “Boggadi Bob” Holde
With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Ronnie “Boggadi Bob” Holden, whose journey began on August 16, 1956, in the vibrant city of Denver, Colorado. Born to Ruthie Mae Holden and Russell Heath, he was the cherished third child of this loving union.
Ronnie was a proud Thunderbolt, having attended Denver public schools, where he laid...
Norma Faye Phillips
Dec 4, 2024
LIFE’’S REFLECTIONS
Norma Faye Bryant Phillips
Norma Faye Bryant, a cherished soul born on September 5, 1938, to Purl and Dora May Bryant, embarked on her journey of life in the vibrant city of Denver, Colorado. As the second of six children, Norma formed deep bonds of love and camaraderie, particularly with her cousin Gloria, with whom she shared a bed during...
Marvin Ludell Kelly Sr.
Nov 30, 2024
For those who are able, please wear navy blue to the Celebration of Life.
Marvin Ludell Kelly, Sr. began on January 31, 1952, in Kansas City, MO, when he was born to Cora Elizabeth Kelly and Rev. Eugene Kelly, Sr. He was the second of four children, with one sister, Sharon Jean Green, and two brothers, Mark and Matthew Kelly.
On November...
Shirley Ann Gilkey
Nov 24, 2024
Obituary
Shirley (Cheryl) Gilkey
Shirley Gilkey, affectionately known as Cheryl, graced our lives with her vibrant spirit on January 21, 1952, born to Grace and Melvin Gilkey in the heart of Denver, Colorado. As the seventh child in a beloved family of eight, her presence was a brilliant thread woven into the tapestry of their lives.
Shirley’s journey through education began in...
Amaya Kennedy Bradley
Nov 23, 2024
Precious Memories
Little Miss Amaya Kennedy Bradley
Those we love remain with us, for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone; those we love can never be more than a thought apart; for as long as there is memory, they’ll live on in the heart.
Amaya Kennedy Bradley blessed her parents, Parrish J. Bradley, and Marshannon...
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