All Obituaries

Some people simply exist — and then there are people like Quincey, who leave an imprint everywhere they go. Born on June 5, 1972, to the late May Robie Jones and Ralph Hayden, Quincey was truly "Granny’s" baby boy. From childhood, he stood out. He was incredibly book smart -the neighborhood “nerd”,  in the very best way.  Before any titles or degrees, he carried himself like a professional, walking through the neighborhood with his briefcase, ...

Jimmie Lee Wilbert was born on October 12, 1941, in Dora, Alabama.  He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Lutheran Hospital on February 23, 2026.  He met and later married Viola Wilbert on January 9, 1967, in Birmingham, Alabama.  In 1969, they made Fort Wayne, Indiana, their home. For 35 faithful years, he worked at General Motors Powertrain in Defiance, Ohio.  Outside of work, Jimmie loved collecting and listening to his favorite blues music.  ...

Radiance Sophia (Corey) Carter, age 33, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, died on Sunday, February 22, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones. Radiance was born on June 14, 1992, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Kevin Corey and Chelsea (Powell) Phillips. The Life Story Radiance was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where she was raised and formed lifelong bonds with family and friends. From an early age, she embodied the meaning of her name, bringing warmth, compassion, and brightness into every room she ...

Gewanda Letitia Jackson, age 61, was born in Marion, Alabama, on April 5, 1964, to Hardis Lee Jackson, Sr., and Pearlie Mae Lee Jackson and left for Heaven on February 18, 2026, after passing at Parkview Regional  Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana, surrounded by family. Wanda was the 6th of 10 children, but acted like she was everyone’s momma. She professed Christ as a teenager, joining Antioch Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir for many years. The Lord led her ...

William Adams Jr., affectionately known as “Black Beauty” and “Snow,” was born on June 4, 1940, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to Mable Brown and William Adams Sr. He departed this life peacefully at home on February 7, 2026.  William accepted our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at an early age. Throughout his life, he faced many challenges, yet he remained steadfast in his faith, trusting that God would guide him through every obstacle.   In 1963, William moved ...

Velma Louise York completed her earthly journey and entered her eternal rest with grace and peace. She was 85. Velma was born on September 2, 1940, in Hamburg, Arkansas, to Vera and Joe Woods. She was the fourth of their seven children. From the very beginning, Velma carried a quiet strength, a generous spirit, and a deep love for God and family. Velma confessed her life to Christ at an early age and became a lifelong servant of God. She was a prayer warrior. Velma married the love of her ...

Honoring A Life Well Lived    Gwendolyn Anita Young was born on November 23, 1977, to Mary Kate Young and Carlos Lee Young, Sr. Her journey through life ended on February 1, 2026. Gwen’s early acceptance of Christ shaped her life profoundly. One of her cherished Bible verses was, “Faith, it does not make things easy, it makes them possible” (Luke 1:37). Gwen drew her strength from her faith and knew that her help came from God. Gwen was a diligent worker, ...