OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

James "Jim" Crews

James "Jim" Crews

May 13, 2025

Jim was born on November 28, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on May 13, 2025 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 67; he was of Lincoln Park. Beloved dad of Eric and Jeffrey (Krysten). Proud grandpa to a grandson who is on the way. Dearest brother of Peggy (Pete) Molter. He was preceded in death...

Ryan Allen Morris

Ryan Allen Morris

May 12, 2025

Ryan Allen Morris of Monroe, Michigan passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025.  Ryan was born on January 25, 1983 to Ronald Morris and Kathryn Irvin.  He leaves behind his sisters Jennifer (Frank) Irvin, Heather (Heath) McLaughlin and Holly (Jeff) Davis.  Also, his bonus mother Andrea Morris as well as 3 nieces, 7 nephews and one great niece.

Ryan never had...

Inez Morton "Granny"

Inez Morton "Granny"

May 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Inez Marie Morton (Anderson), also known as Inez Bettis Inez Marie Morton, 94, of Westland, Michigan, peacefully passed away in her sleep on Sunday, May 11, 2025—Mother’s Day. She was born on July 31, 1930, in Cleveland, Tennessee, to Rueben Anderson and Florence Hamby.

Inez was preceded in death by her three beloved sons: Robert Lee Bettis...

Nicholas Andrew Golda

Nicholas Andrew Golda

May 11, 2025

Nicholas Andrew Golda, of Grosse Ile, Michigan, passed away May 11, 2025. Beloved son of Jacqueline and Michael Golda. Cherished brother of Lindsey (Matt) Nagorski, and Michael (Kaitlyn) Golda II. Loving boyfriend of Amanda Hoffmeyer. Proud father of Adaline Rose and Wyatt Arthur. He is survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Nicholas was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed adventuring,...

Steven J. English

Steven J. English

May 10, 2025

Steven J. English, of Taylor, formerly of California, passed away May 10, 2025. Dear son of the late Jean English. Dear son of the late Nicholas English. Loving brother of Sandra (David) Schuck. Cherished uncle of Jeff (Nicole) Schuck, and Amanda (Kevin) Vissotski. “Uncle Steve the Great” to Olivia, Aiden, Connor, and Caitlyn. Steve is survived by many cousins and...

Ruth Bianco

Ruth Bianco

May 9, 2025

Ruth Bianco, of Dearborn, passed away May 9, 2025. Beloved mom of Kent (Barb) Bianco. Loving grandma of Chad, Kayley, and Sara. Proud great grandma of Brandon, Jonas, Emma, Lucian, and Violet. Dear sister of the late Bill Harry, the late Bob Harry, and the late Midge Wiley. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Sheila, Bobby, Charlie, Jimmy,...

Raymond K. Wilcox

Raymond K. Wilcox

May 9, 2025

Raymond Keith Wilcox, 99, died quietly at home on May 9, 2025. He was born October 5, 1925, in Gault, Ontario, Canada, the son of Louis F. and Henrietta M. (Teasdale) Wilcox. He met the love of his life (Virginia King of Detroit) on a blind date in 1943, and their romance grew in spite of WWII and having to...

Barbara Ruth Peffer

Barbara Ruth Peffer

May 8, 2025

Barbara Ruth Peffer, of Trenton, passed away May 8, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Roy “Mickey” Peffer. Dear sister of James, John and the late Robert. She is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family members. She is preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Ruth Clark.

Barbara cherished her dogs, Suzie and Bailey. She was...

Mary Rose Bennett

Mary Rose Bennett

May 7, 2025

Mary Rose Bennett, age 99, was born in Wyandotte on May 2, 1926 and was a longtime Trenton resident. Mary graduated from Slocum Truax High School in 1945. She was married to Charlie Moore from 1949-1970 and to Lee Bennett from 1972 until his death in 1994. Mary enjoyed volunteering at the Riverside nursery and working at a car dealership...

Lorraine Flynn

Lorraine Flynn

May 7, 2025

Lorraine Flynn, age 90 of Trenton, passed away peacefully on May 7th, 2025.

Lorraine was born July 31, 1934 in Gaylord, MI to the late Louis and Frances Borowiak. Loving wife of the late Donald. Dear mother of Michael (Roberta), Matthew, Kristin (William Goble), and Donald (Jennifer). Proud grandmother of Hayden, Katharine, Krystian, Keegan, Avelinn, Louis, and Breana. She is also...

Anne Klask

Anne Klask

May 6, 2025

Anne Klask, of Trenton, longtime resident of Ecorse, passed away May 6, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Thorton Klask. Loving mom of Toni (Dan) Smith. Proud grandma of Victoria, Isabelle, and Olivia. Dear aunt of Chris Mathews (Monica and Ian Mathews) and Joe Maynard (Ashley, Danielle and Joe Jr.). She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and...

Josephine Falzon

Josephine Falzon

May 6, 2025

Josephine FalzonAugust 11, 1958– May 6, 2025

Josephine Falzon, age 66, of Qormi, Malta, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in prayer.Beloved wife of George Falzon for 48 wonderful years, Josephine was the heart of her family and a beacon of love, strength, and joy. She was the proud and devoted mother of Gilbert (Sandra)...

Donna Jean Anderson

Donna Jean Anderson

May 6, 2025

Donna Jean Anderson passed away peacefully at her home in Riverview, Michigan, on May 6, 2025. Born in Barberton, Ohio, Donna devoted her life to caring for others, both personally and professionally. As a hospice nurse, she provided comfort and compassion to countless individuals and their families during their most challenging times. Her unwavering faith as a follower of Jesus...

Mary Ann Metras

Mary Ann Metras

May 5, 2025

Mary Ann Metras, age 83 of Dearborn, MI passed away May 5, 2025. Loving mother of Marlene, Michael, Pam and Rebecca Newberry. Proud grandmother of Anthony and Natalie. Loving aunt of Eric (Amy) Conner and great aunt of Kyle and Kaylee. Mary loved her family very much and will be greatly missed.

David Michael Rees

David Michael Rees

May 5, 2025

David Michael Rees, age 64, of Grosse Ile, born and raised in Dearborn Heights, passed away on May 5, 2025. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Wendy Rees, of 44 years. 

Loving dad to late Justin, Brennan (Kim) Rees, and Brady (Hannah) Rees. Cherished grandpa to Harper, Connor, Charlotte, Cooper, and Beau. Devoted brother to Debbie (Jeff) Galvin, Terry...

Mike Cleary

Mike Cleary

May 5, 2025

Mike Cleary, age 73 of Lincoln Park, passed away peacefully Monday May 5th, 2025 surrounded by family.

Mike was the son of the late Patrick and Mary Ellen Cleary. Loving father of Michael, Brandon, Rachel, Rebecca (Andrew), and the late Joel (Marcie). Proud grandfather of Colton (Katie), Kendra (Ronnie), Logan, Kanna, Kayla, Chloe, Gavin, Bryson, Levi, Leighton, and six great grandchildren....

Giuseppe Iacopelli

Giuseppe Iacopelli

May 5, 2025

Iacopelli, Giuseppe. May 5, 2025. age 88, formerly of Riverview .  Beloved husband of the late(s) Jenny and Benedetta.  Giuseppe and the late Jenny are survived by 4 children Joseph (Judy), Maria (Dwayne) Barker, Rose Ellen (Luigi) Bucaro and Michael (Lisa).  Loving grandfather of Jenny, Giuseppe, Gabriella, Giuseppe, Anthony, Grace, Alessandra, Francesca, Gabriel, Michael and Jenny.  Dearest great grandfather to...

Donna J. Dabbs

Donna J. Dabbs

May 4, 2025

Donna J. Dabbs of Southgate, Michigan passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at the age of 61. Beloved wife of 44 years to John Dabbs. Cherished mother of John Dabbs and Jeffrey (Jordan) Dabbs. Caring grandmother of Gavin Dabbs and Cailyn Dabbs. Dear sister of Linda (Rick) Segedy, Larry Milen, and Ronald Milen. Donna was preceded in death by...

Donald Paul Frankhouse Sr.

Donald Paul Frankhouse Sr.

May 3, 2025

Born in Monroe, on Christmas day, December 25, 1931. Donald Paul Frankhouse Sr. was the son of Francis and Mable (March) Frankhouse.He married Eunice Mae (Kurtz), on August 18, 1950. Donald was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, where he was baptized, confirmed, and married Eunice.A dedicated hard worker at Ford Motor Company for 25 years.A loving husband, father, grandfather,...