Obituaries

James Franklin Thomas

James Franklin Thomas

Apr 20, 2025

A Life Well Lived

James Franklin Thomas

February 20, 1953 ~ April 20, 2025

James Franklin Thomas was born on February 20, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, to Leroy Thomas, Sr. and Emma Ophelia Green. James grew up embraced by the strong bonds of his siblings: Leroy Jr., Paulette, Wilverlyn (“Cricket”), and Alphonso. His childhood was rich with the simple joys of street ball,...

Michael J. Cook

Michael J. Cook

Apr 13, 2025

Michael J. Cook, born on May 30, 1959 to his parents, Margaret and Leo Cook. He was raised with his siblings, Donald and Robin. Following high school, Michael pursued higher education where he earned is associate degree in nursing. He dedicated many years of his life working as a nursing assistant, where his nurturing spirit and gentle demeanor provided comfort...

Gladys Kay Crowley

Gladys Kay Crowley

Apr 13, 2025

**A Life Well Lived: Remembering Gladys Kay Crowley**

Born on December 4, 1957, in the vibrant city of Denver, Colorado, Gladys Kay Crowley entered this world as the cherished youngest child of Ardie May Armstead and Ivan Bill Brantley. Her childhood was a tapestry of joy and exploration, woven with sunlit days spent swimming and adventuring, alongside the warmth of family...

Alonzo Barber Jr.

Alonzo Barber Jr.

Apr 11, 2025

**Obituary for Alonzo Barber, Jr. (May 28, 1950 - April 11, 2025)**

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alonzo “Al” Barber, Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this life on April 11, 2025, in Minden, Louisiana. He was born on May 28, 1950, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Reverend Alonzo Barber, Sr. and Doris Lee...

Alice Jean Darden

Alice Jean Darden

Apr 11, 2025

Alice Jean Darden was born March 12, 1959, she was born in the majestic city of Denver, Colorado. Alice came into the world as the third child of Benolia and Jerry Williams, joining her siblings Willie, Barnett, Jessie, James and Betty in a life filled with laughter and camaraderie. Her family expanded to include Venessa, Victoria, Philip, and Calvin from...

James Franklin Thomas

James Franklin Thomas

Apr 20, 2025

A Life Well Lived

James Franklin Thomas

February 20, 1953 ~ April 20, 2025

James Franklin Thomas was born on February 20, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, to Leroy Thomas, Sr. and Emma Ophelia Green. James grew up embraced by the strong bonds of his siblings: Leroy Jr., Paulette, Wilverlyn (“Cricket”), and Alphonso. His childhood was rich with the simple joys of street ball,...

Michael J. Cook

Michael J. Cook

Apr 13, 2025

Michael J. Cook, born on May 30, 1959 to his parents, Margaret and Leo Cook. He was raised with his siblings, Donald and Robin. Following high school, Michael pursued higher education where he earned is associate degree in nursing. He dedicated many years of his life working as a nursing assistant, where his nurturing spirit and gentle demeanor provided comfort...

Gladys Kay Crowley

Gladys Kay Crowley

Apr 13, 2025

**A Life Well Lived: Remembering Gladys Kay Crowley**

Born on December 4, 1957, in the vibrant city of Denver, Colorado, Gladys Kay Crowley entered this world as the cherished youngest child of Ardie May Armstead and Ivan Bill Brantley. Her childhood was a tapestry of joy and exploration, woven with sunlit days spent swimming and adventuring, alongside the warmth of family...

Alonzo Barber Jr.

Alonzo Barber Jr.

Apr 11, 2025

**Obituary for Alonzo Barber, Jr. (May 28, 1950 - April 11, 2025)**

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alonzo “Al” Barber, Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this life on April 11, 2025, in Minden, Louisiana. He was born on May 28, 1950, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Reverend Alonzo Barber, Sr. and Doris Lee...

Alice Jean Darden

Alice Jean Darden

Apr 11, 2025

Alice Jean Darden was born March 12, 1959, she was born in the majestic city of Denver, Colorado. Alice came into the world as the third child of Benolia and Jerry Williams, joining her siblings Willie, Barnett, Jessie, James and Betty in a life filled with laughter and camaraderie. Her family expanded to include Venessa, Victoria, Philip, and Calvin from...