Michelle Antoinette Pleasant
Michelle Antoinette Pleasant “Chunky” was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother and friend whose life touched the hearts of many. She will always be remembered for the love, memories, and moments she shared with her family and those who knew her.
Michelle, 58, of Quincy, Illinois, went home to be with the Lord on September 30, 2026.
She was the life of the party. If music was playing, she was there – day and night.
She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Samuel Pleasant and Marie Watson-Pleasant, two brothers, Randy and Michael Pleasant, her beloved sister, Sandra Pleasant Jones, and her grandchildren, NaVonte Cardenas, Or’lando Littlejohn, and Ty’ran Weatherspoon.
She leaves to cherish her memory:
Two daughters: Johnnae Pleasant Vick (Ke’von) and Lenaezah Chism.
Three grandchildren: Adri’onte Littlejohn, Lee Jr., and Jamarion Weatherspoon.
And a grandson on the way, Ka’Marion Wilson, who she was lovingly awaiting the arrival of to spoil.
Two bonus daughters: Ja’Meria Jones and Imani Smith.
Her fiancé, Jajuan Foster who was the love of her life and will cherish their time together always.
Two brothers: Termass “Tony” Pleasant, Sr. and Stephen Pleasant.
Her only living uncle, Norris Watson.
A host of nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved her dearly, including her ride or die sister Carla Johnson, her special homegirls Monica, Theresa, Chantil and Cliché, and her extended siblings, the Scott family.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A Memorial will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 10:30 AM at First Baptist Church. A Further Celebration of her life will be held Saturday afternoon beginning at 4:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall.
Our condolences and prayers. I am glad that we got to be friends and we were neighbors on 4th and Chestnut.
She was just talking to me bout you… thank you for sympathy
I miss you mommy. Rest easy
My condolences to Tony (TP) and the entire family. God Bless from Peggy Jackson-Scott and family.
My deepest sympathy to the Pleasant family. Michelle was a joy to be around at all times. She had a heart of gold and a smile when greeting you. Some will remember her playing on the baseball team coached by myself Diana Osborne, Kent Dade, Alice Bell and Esmarado. We were a first place winning team. When Michelle was in your presence, she was sure to make you laugh 😂 Michelle your are loved, you will be missed and Rest in Peace 🙏🏽🩷
I never knew my mother played baseball!! Thats awesome… thank you for your sympathy
Your larger than life energy will be spoken about until the end of our time Michelle. I thank you for your friendship and love throughout the years my friend. 🕊️❤️💔
I had the joy of being her neighbor and friend for years on 4th and Chestnut Street,whenever she had a big cook out she would invite us over, her smile and laugh was one of a kind! Dave and I had great love for her.She will be truly missed.
mICHELLE WAS IN OUR awana club T cALVARY bAPTIST cHURCH.
i FELT HONORED that she called me when she needed help. of course I responded .
Michelle was in our AWANA club at Calvaty Baptist Church. She helped us win The AWANA olympics in St. Louis. I felg very honored when she called me when she needed help,,Of course I responded She was a sweetie.
My deepest sympathy to the Pleasant family as well as the Scott family. Chelle was the kind of person that at first meeting her, she was your little sister, her smile, laughter, just the joy of being around her was so uplifting. She will be deeply missed.
Michelle, you will be so missed. You brought so much joy and laughter in my life and in the lives of my sisters when we were growing up. We love you and your memory will live on in our hearts forever.
To Michelle family, you have our deepest sympathy. From Sparky, Poncho & Marquitta.
Chelle you will truly be missed and all the fun times that you have with everybody may you rest easy my friend.