Bennie White Jr.
Jun 21, 2025
Bennie White Jr. Ethiopia Israel, Master Artist 1937- 2025Detroit lost one of its own, Bennie White Jr. Ethiopia Israel of Detroit, Michigan born October 31st, 1937to father Bennie Lee White and mother Ruth Marie Smith White-Duggan. His talent was first discovered as a third grader at Higginbotham school in Detroit.There was no concerted effort to develop his talent,but this youngster...
Hal Heard Jr.
Jun 20, 2025
Hal Heard Jr.November 8, 1943 - June 20, 2025
Hal Heard Jr., age 81, of Canton, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on June 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Pontotoc, Mississippi, Hal lived by his motto: “Don’t stand on the corner, own the corner.” He graduated from Siggers High School in 1964 and earned an associate’s degree from...
Jessie Stevens
Jun 18, 2025
Jessie (known as "Honey" to many) was born in Blocton, Alabama on July 13, 1928. She relocated to Detroit, MI with her mother and sister at a young age. Jessie completed high school and later married Jerome Stevens. Four children came from their union: Jerome (Jerry), Gregory, Marion and Alison. Essie initially worked as a seamstress and transitioned to Champion...