Uravon Loving-James
May 13, 2026
Uravon (Von) was born on January 6, 1961, in Amarillo, Texas, to Mary Nelson and Willie Loving Sr. From an early age, her life was rooted in faith. She accepted Christ at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Shackleford, where her love for worship first began to shine. As a child, she sang in the choir, and...
MONAE SHUNTAE JOHNSON-LEATCH
May 10, 2026
Born on February 25, 2000, in Dallas, Texas, Monae Shuntae Johnson-Leatch was the first child of Melanie Leatch and Jerry Johnson. A graduate of Mesquite High School, she went on to pursue a Culinary Associate Degree at El Centro. Monae was a multi-talented individual who played softball, the drums, and was an active member of both the dance team and...
Gwendolyn Swinton
May 9, 2026
Gwendolyn Delores Swinton, a devoted educator and cherished member of her community, passed away on May 9, 2026, at Methodist Charlton Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Born on March 20, 1930, in Los Angeles, California, Gwendolyn's life was a testament to dedication, wisdom, and a quietly sharp wit that touched all who knew her.
Graduating in 1946 from Central Colored High...
