It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Barbara Long, who left us peacefully on January 4, 2025, in Livonia, Michigan. Born on February 5, 1934, in Detroit, Michigan, Barbara lived a full and vibrant life, touching the hearts of those around her.
A proud graduate of high school in Southwestern-Detroit, class of 1952, Barbara exemplified dedication, both...
Vanilla Marie Grayson (Johnson) was born March 17, 1927 to Holsey Grayson and Hilda Pope Grayson in Bashi Alabama; both parents preceeded her in death.
Vanilla Marie was the fourth in a sibship of seven; Jessie Grayson (deceased), Eunice 'Yirgia' Grayson-Glass (deceased), Roosevelt Grayson, Annie Bell Grayson (Nickens) (deceased), Bedell Grayson (deceased)., and Hosie Mae Grayson Eckford (deceased).
Vanilla Marie attended Detroit...