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I'm FreeDon't grieve for me now I'm free, I'm following the path God has chosen for me.I took His hand when I heard Him call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way, I've now found peace at the end of the day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joys.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, be not burdened with times of sorrowlook for the sunshine tomorrow.My life's been ...

Syrena Antinette Bradford was known as “Toni” to those who knew her best. She became part of the Thornton family in the fall of 1960. She was 3 years old. Syrena was born on June 22, 1957, in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, to the union of Allen Bradford and Maxine Bull Bear. She was a Native American and a member of the Oglala Lakota Sioux Nation. In 1960, Syrena and her mother moved to Chicago. Her mother lost custody of her and Syrena was temporarily placed with the ...

In Loving Memory  Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I'm following the Path God left for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh to love to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I've now found peace at the end of the day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joys. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, look for the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, ...

Jason Ware was born on December 2, 1983 in Maywood, IL, and transitioned peacefully on December 10, 2025 in Aurora, IL. at the age of 42. He was known for his resilience, humility and steady presence,  meeting life's challenges with grace and determination. Jason consistently showed up for those closest to him, offering loyalty, encouragement, wisdom, and positive energy. He found joy in sports, music, video games, and he deeply valued time spent with family. Though his life was far ...

In Loving Memory of Marquisa Brown MorrisMay 26, 1983 – November 7, 2025Marquisa Brown Morris was a devoted young mother whose gentle spirit and heart of gold touched everyone blessed to know her. To her family, she wasn’t just loved - she was treasured. Marquisa lived her life with quiet strength, always putting her children first and showing them every day what unconditional love looked like. Being their mother was her greatest joy, and she poured everything she had into raising them ...

  An honest man here lies at rest, The friend of man, the friend of truth; The friend of age, the guide of youth. Few hearts like his, with virtue warm'd, Few heads with knowledge so inform'd. If there's another world, he lives in bliss; If there is none, he made the best of this.   A LINK TO VIEW THE FUNERAL SERVICE LIVESTREAM, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THIS PAGE BELOW, SATURDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2025 AT 10:00AM.          

When tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not here to see,If the sun should rise and find your eyes filled with tears for me. I wish so much you didn't cry, the way you did today,While thinking of the many things, we didn't get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you,and each time you think of me, I know you'll miss me too. When tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart,for every time you think of me, I'm right there in your heart. A LINK WILL BE MADE ...

Beverly Prater was born January 28, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, from the union of the late Archie L. Prater Sr. and Mildred Prater of Chicago, Illinois.  Beverly was the eldest of six children, with five brothers. Darrell Prater, and Archie L. Prater Jr. proceeded in death, Eric Prater, Chicago, Illinois, Stephen Prater, Fayetteville, GA, and Anton Prater, Chicago, Illinois. Beverly graduated from Austin High School and Malcom X College with an Associate Degree in Applied ...

    In Loving Memory of Mamie Gaines October 10, 1936 - September 23, 2025 Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Friend. Mamie Gaines lived a life defined by love, strength, and quiet grace. Born on October 10, 1936, she devoted every day to caring for others - not out of obligation, but from a deep, unwavering purpose: to be a mother in every sense of the word. Her home was a haven, her hands always open, her heart endlessly generous. She nurtured not ...

    I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and the days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake, from which I'll never part. God has you in His arms I have you in my heart.   THE SERVICE WILL BE LIVE STREAMED. A LINK WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE ON THIS PAGE BELOW, SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 AT 10:00AM