OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Carol A. Lang

Carol A. Lang

May 2, 2025

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Sam Wilson

Sam Wilson

May 1, 2025

Sam Wilson, age 80 of Taylor, MI, passed away on May 1, 2025. He was the devoted husband to Geri (Wieckowski) of 55 years. Sam was also a loving father to his children Amy (Mark) Klotz and Eric Wilson, cherished grandfather to Andrew (Kayla) Klotz, Morgan Klotz, and Madison Klotz, and dear great-grandfather to Eleanor and Wyatt Klotz.

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Rosa Ferrante

Rosa Ferrante

May 1, 2025

Rosa Ferrante, age 77 of Southgate, MI passed away May 1, 2025 surrounded by family. Rosa was born February 25, 1948 in Supino, Italy Provence of Frosinone to the late Gino and Maria Tomei. Loving wife of Santino Ferrante for 56 wonderful years. Loving mother of Gino Ferrante, Anna (James) Ede and Roberto Ferrante. Dearest sister of Gabriella (Joseph) Marchioni,...

Deborah A. Rowley

Deborah A. Rowley

May 1, 2025

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Deborah A. Rowley was born on November 30, 1951 in Detroit, MI and passed away on May 1, 2025 at her home in Grosse Ile, Michigan at the age of 73. Beloved wife of 40 years to Michael Rowley. Loving mother of Jason (Amy) Connelly. Proud grandma of Jenna. Dearest sister of...

Barbara J. Watkins

Barbara J. Watkins

April 30, 2025

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Watkins, Barbara J. was born on January 21, 1950 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on April 30, 2025 in Dearborn, Michigan at the age of 75; she was of Dearborn Heights. Beloved mother of James (Ashley) Mikalacki and Jodi Palmer (Edward Safadi). Proud grandma to Joshua, Emily, Sebastian, Edison, Molly, Zachary,...

Robert "Bob" Gurganus

Robert "Bob" Gurganus

April 30, 2025

Robert "Bob" Joseph Gurganus, age 64 of Trenton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. 

Beloved son to Harlie and late Shirley. Proud brother to late John. Loving fur-dad to Never. He was also well loved by other family members and friends. 

Bob was funny, sarcastic, and incredibly generous to others no matter who they were. He was a smart aleck,...

Jeffrey Charles Bellmore

Jeffrey Charles Bellmore

April 30, 2025

Born in Detroit, Jeffrey was the son of James and Pauline (Wright) Bellmore. A graduate of Carlson High School, he worked as an Auto Mechanic. One of Jeffrey's many hobbies was flying Drones, but his most treasured times were those spent with his family.

Jeffrey leaves to cherish his memory his son Jeff Bellmore; three siblings: Glenda (Jack) Ruffner, James (Vicki)...

Patricia Kozole Martin

Patricia Kozole Martin

April 29, 2025

Patricia (Pat) Kozole Martin, born on November 8, 1937, peacefully passed away on April 29, 2025, at her residence, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy at the age of 87.

Patricia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert (Mike) Martin; her parents, Anthony and Lillian (née Bodrie) Kozole; her brother-in-law, Clem; her sister-in-law, Velma; her sister and...

Christine Foster

Christine Foster

April 27, 2025

Christine Foster, lifelong resident of Woodhaven, Michigan passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at the age of 82. Beloved mother of Kimberly McGinn, Cynthia (Michael) Schanck, and Kathleen (Daniel) Mercure. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Andrea) Schanck, Matthew Schanck, Bruce (Amanda) Bosman, Melissa Schanck, Caitlin (Tyler) Schilawski, Anthony Leone, Bradley Bosman, Daniel (Delaney) Mercure, Alexis (Coleman) Fierst, Christian Mercure, Brandon...

Janet Davis

Janet Davis

April 27, 2025

Janet Louise Davis, age 87 of Riverview, passed away on April 27, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, David, of 68 years.

Beloved mother to Jay (late Jo Ann) Davis, Eric Davis, Tod (Andrea) Davis, Craig (Laura) Davis, and Jodi (William) Cheplick. Cherished grandmother to Chad, Jaymie, Danielle, Alyssa, Tad, Angela, Aaron,...

Anna E. Ferrante

Anna E. Ferrante

April 27, 2025

Ferrante, Anna E. April 27, age 88, of Trenton.  Beloved wife of the late Tony.  Dear mother of Tony, Mario (Michele) and Dino (Cathy).  Dearest grandmother of Nicolo, Jacob, Jason, Evan, Dominic and Luke.  Also survived by 2 great grandchildren Gianna and Alondra.

Cindy Ruff

Cindy Ruff

April 25, 2025

Cindy Ruff, age 64 of Southwest Detroit, passed away April 25th, 2025.

Dear daughter of the late June and Lewis Good. Loving mother of Raymond, Tracy, and Jerry (Cynthia) Reynolds, Ronald (Sharon), Joseph (Melissa), Chester (Jessica), Brett (Alexis), Bonnie (Cedric), and Brandon Ruff, Steven (Jamie), Bryan, and the late Tiffany Garcia. Proud grandmother of 33 and great grandmother of 20. 

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James Edward Crimmins

James Edward Crimmins

April 25, 2025

Crimmins, James E. April 25, 2025, age 96, of Plantation, Florida, formerly of Trenton.  Beloved husband of the late Mary Martha.  Dear father of James (Linda), Julie (Phil) Koza, Bill (Lorie), Patty and Kevin.   Jim was also survived by 9 grand children and 4 great grand children.

Sean Marshall

Sean Marshall

April 23, 2025

Sean Marshall, of Rockwood, passed away on April 23rd, 2025. Beloved son of Danielle and David, Nephew of Fred (Teresa) Marshall, Dan (Dana) Marshall, and Thomas (Gloria) Metcalf. Great Nephew of Bradley (Janice) Laesser and biological cousin of Gemma Mueller. Sean is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bruno Mondro, Gayle Mondro, David Marshall and Judith Marshall. He is survived...

Virginia Ann Pannozzo

Virginia Ann Pannozzo

April 23, 2025

Virginia Ann Pannozzo of Trenton, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at the age of 78. Beloved daughter of the late Aldo and Enise Pannozzo. Cherished sister of Gerald “Jerry” Pannozzo and Maria Pannozzo-Preston (Henry). Dear aunt of Anthony (Delaney) Preston and Gerard (Kaylee) Preston. Loving great-aunt of Josephine Preston and Henry Robert Preston. Virginia will be deeply...

Matthew "Tear Drop" Sloan

Matthew "Tear Drop" Sloan

April 22, 2025

Born in Detroit, Matthew was the son of James and Paulette (Hawley) Sloan. He worked as a Tow Truck Driver. Matthew was an avid Kid Rock fan; he enjoyed Harley Davidson Motorcycles and scrapping cars.

Matthew leaves to cherish his memory his children: Matthew (Catherine) Sloan II and Courtney Frost; grandchildren: Isabella Sloan, Joshua Sloan, William Sloan and Addison St. Andre;...

Marilyn Newton

Marilyn Newton

April 20, 2025

Marilyn Newton, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025 at the age of 79. A devoted family woman, she cherished her children, Kim Herod (Malik Herod), Deanna Newton, Sean Newton and Chris (Melissa Newton), and her grandchildren, Ashlee Rice (Neil Fisher), Tanner Rice (Brianna Molina), Sam Masek, Richard Pagel, AJ Furry, Joshua...

Patricia Jean Anderson

Patricia Jean Anderson

April 19, 2025

Patricia Jean Anderson, age 84 of Allen Park, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Loving mother to Michael (Marlene) Berro, Danny (Lismar) Berro, Chris (Bonnie) Berro, and Sean Berro. Cherished grandmother to Kayla Lilah, Daniel, Joseph, and Maria. Dearest sister to Philip, Mary, Jane, and Scott. She was also well loved by many other family members and friends.

She will be...

Bryan Morrin

Bryan Morrin

April 19, 2025

Bryan L. Morrin, 66, of Monroe MI passed away unexpectedly at Beaumont Hospital on April 19, 2025. He passed peacefully with his two daughters Samantha Halason, Amanda Treadway and his partner Deborah Hutchisonat by his side.

Bryan was known as a loving, fun, free spirited cowboy. Always the life of the party and a loving devoted Cat Daddy. Bryan had is...

Gioacchino "Gino" Tognetti

Gioacchino "Gino" Tognetti

April 19, 2025

Gioacchino “Gino” Jack Tognetti of Riverview, Michigan passed away in his home while surrounded by his family on April 19, 2025 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of 58 years to Vincenza “Enza” Tognetti. Cherished father of Cathy (Matt) Vitale, Leo Tognetti, Geri (Vince) Galati, and Tony Tognetti. Loving nonno of Nicholas, Gina (Benedetto), and Michael. Dearest great-nonno of...