Obituaries
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Ellen Voyette Swann
May 31, 2025
Psalm 37:3-4…Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness. Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.
Ellen Voyette Swann was born to Joe Willis Swann and Nola Mae Adams on October 31, 1963, in Abilene, Tx.
Voyette, (aka Vo) attended Breckenridge I.S.D. and was a member of the...
Isaiah James Gurley
May 30, 2025
Isaiah James Gurley, who was born on February 20, 1997, in Long Beach, California. He was the son of Thomas William Gurley Sr., who passed away on December 25, 2018, and Denise Robinson Gurley, who passed away on February 14, 2014. Isaiah is survived by his brother, Thomas William Gurley Jr.
Known to many as “Eastside Gypsee,” Isaiah touched countless lives....
Jarvis Dwayne Bobb Sr.
May 21, 2025
Apostle Jarvis Dwayne Bobb Sr., lovingly known as Apostle Bobb, departed this world on May 21, 2025, in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada. He was born on November 30, 1971, in the warm embrace of Alexandria, Louisiana, where his journey began—a path that would later lead him to touch countless lives as a devoted pastor and leader.
Apostle Bobb...
Semiah Christine Red
May 17, 2025
Semiah Christine Red, born on August 20, 1992, in California, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, in Las Vegas. She was a vibrant soul whose presence brought joy to all those fortunate enough to know her. Semiah’s life, though far too short, was marked by an abundance of love, laughter, and adventure.
Throughout her journey, Semiah illuminated the lives of...
Yolanda Avitia
May 17, 2025
Yolanda Avitia, a beloved wife and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, at the age of 70 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Born on April 14, 1955, in Mexico, Yolanda brought warmth and kindness to everyone she encountered throughout her life.
Yolanda is survived by her devoted husband, Marcos Avitia. Together, they created a life filled...
Melvin Jones
May 16, 2025
Melvin Jones passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, in Las Vegas, NV at the age of 90. Melvin was born June 6, 1934, in Shreveport, LA to the parents of William Ted Jones and Ophelia Eubanks Jones, both who preceded him in death.
Melvin spent his early years in Dallas, TX where he attended Dallas Public schools. At the age...
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