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Details are starting to emerge about next week's services, viewings and tributes to the Queen of Soul.

Grand Blanc High School continues to mourn the loss of one of their beloved football coaches.

Both Cody and Aria Thomas passed away after the accident yesterday on I-69.

They say that they're all family - it's a brotherhood.

Alaina Ullmer, who was hit by a car while crossing the road, has passed away from her injuries.

His funeral will be held next week, and an account has been set up for his two young children.

William "Bill" Hayes passed away on February 17th at the age of 87.

Another testament to the power of social media.

"She connects with people on a different level than we can."

His body was released to his family yesterday afternoon and he was cremated. His remains will be stored in a private location, according to his publicist.

From his father to his wife to his coworkers, WNEM-TV5 news anchor Sam Merrill was fondly remembered yesterday at his visitation.

"The students have come to understand that it is not our place to judge someone and their circumstances in life, but rather to celebrate and respect the dignity of that person’s life."