OBITUARIES
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Emma N. Stepke
October 31, 2026
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Loretta Blackburn
October 31, 2026
Loretta Blackburn, of Brownstown, Michigan, passed away on October 31, 2026, at the age of 96. She was born on October 14, 1930, in Cromona, Kentucky.
Loretta will be remembered with love by her family and by all who were blessed to share in her life. She is survived by her daughter Cynthia (Bob) Joly; her son Larry (Brenda) Blackburn; her...
Arthur Lazarski
October 31, 2026
Arthur Lazarski passed away on October 31, 2026 at the age of 95. Born on June 23, 1931 in Wyandotte, he was the son of Frank and Lucy (Glinka) Lazarski. Arthur lived a long life marked by devotion to his family, steady work, faith and service.
Arthur was a graduate of Mt. Carmel High School. Arthur married the loved of his...
Dr. Judith Marie Ronan
October 29, 2026
Dr. Judith "Judy" Marie Ronan died on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at The Loft Rehabilitation & Nursing of Normal in Normal, IL at the age of 78. She was born on March 19, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan to Howard and Sylvia Kwolek Ronan. Her daughter, Kathleen Therese, and grandson, Timothy, preceded in her death.
Dr. Ronan had many fond memories of...
Iva J. Thompson
October 29, 2026
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Iva J. Thompson, née Trouten, passed away on October 29, 2026, at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. She was born on June 22, 1941, in Detroit, Michigan.
A woman who found joy in creativity, Iva loved crafting and enjoyed many kinds of crafts throughout her life. Her hands and heart were often busy making...
Larry E. Dailing
October 28, 2026
Larry E. Dailing, age 87 of the Downriver area, passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 28, 2026.
Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, serving from 1958 to 1962. During his military service, he served aboard the USS Lester and the USS Caperton. His years in uniform reflected a deep and lasting commitment to his country, a commitment...
John C. "Jack" Morrison
October 27, 2026
John C. “Jack” Morrison passed away peacefully at the age of 92 at home in Trenton, Michigan, on October 27, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on May 15, 1934, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, and lived a long life marked by love, devotion, laughter, and deep pride in the family he cherished above all else.
Jack was a...
Kathleen Jean Sedlock
October 27, 2026
Kathleen Jean Sedlock (Farber), affectionately known as Kathy, age 77, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Kathy was the daughter of Clarence and Pauline Farber. Kathy married the love of her life, Barry Edward Sedlock, on May 3, 1969. Together, they shared 44 wonderful years of marriage, building...
Tyler R. Matchko
October 26, 2026
Tyler R. Matchko passed away on October 26, 2026, at the age of 30. Born on November 19, 1995 in Wyandotte, MI, Tyler’s life was held closely by those who knew and loved him, and his memory will remain a lasting part of his family.
He is survived by his beloved daughter Layla Matchko, his loving parents, Ray and Rene Matchko;...
Panagiota Moutzalias
October 24, 2026
Panagiota “Pat” Moutzalias (née Zaharias) of Lincoln Park, Michigan passed away on October 24, 2026 at the age of 53. She is the loving mother of Maria, Anastasia, and Ioannis (Kailey Susewitz) Moutzalias. She is the beloved daughter of Zaharias Zaharias. The beloved sister to Eleni (Paul) Noel and Anastasios (Luda) Zaharias . The beloved sister-in-law to George (Christina) Moutzalias,...
Brian Shufeldt
October 24, 2026
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Brian Shufeldt, passed away on October 24, 2026, at the age of 46. Born on July 15, 1980, in Dearborn, Michigan, Brian will be remembered as a bright, spirited presence whose warmth and energy left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Brian graduated from Taylor Center High School and went on...
Edward "Eddie" Gillis
October 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ed Gillis
Ed Gillis was a man whose life was filled with creativity, laughter, and love for his family and friends. The eighth of ten children born to Teresa and Gorman Gillis, Ed grew up in Southwest Detroit surrounded by family. He graduated valedictorian from Western High School in 1984.
Ed had seemingly endless talents, including music. He...
Georgette Marie Daisy
October 23, 2026
Georgette Marie Daisy, born Georgette Marie Richardson, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026 at the age of 86. She was born on June 16, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, and will be remembered as a loving, sweet, and nurturing woman whose greatest pride was always her family.
Georgette lived a life grounded in care for others. Those who knew her experienced...
Steve A. Riley
October 23, 2026
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Steve A. Riley, of Taylor, Michigan, passed away on October 23, 2026, at the age of 71. He was born on September 18, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan.
Steve will be remembered as a devoted family man whose love for those closest to him shaped the course of his life. His family was his...
Ermadean Bennett
October 22, 2026
Erma Dean Bennett (Bondie), 86, of Trenton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026, at Henry Ford Wyandotte, surrounded by her family.
Erma Dean was born on August 15, 1940, at her childhood home in Flat Rock, Michigan, to Harold Bondie Jr and Reba Bondie (Bird). Erma entered this world to the sound of music; her Dad was playing the...
Ethel Anne Antol
October 22, 2026
Ethel Anne Antol, née Murray, passed away on October 22, 2026, in Royal Oak, Michigan, at the age of 76. She was born on June 21, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, and will be remembered as a devoted homemaker, a loving wife and mother, and a grandmother whose family was the center of her heart.
Ethel lived a life marked by kindness...
Pattie Wallace
October 20, 2026
Pattie Wallace passed away peacefully at home on October 20, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Born August 14, 1958, Pattie was the daughter of Ray and Edna (Stone) Nowicke. She was a graduate of Allen Park High School and went on to earn an associate degree from Henry Ford College.
Pattie married Mel Wallace, on February 27, 1993. She enjoyed her life...
Pamela Jean Filkins
October 19, 2026
Pamela Jean Filkins, of Grosse Ile, Michigan, passed away on October 19, 2026, at the age of 71. She was born on September 29, 1955, in Trenton, Michigan.
Pamela built her career as a medical transcriptionist, bringing dedication and care to her work. Outside of her profession, she found joy in Bible study and Christian music, interests that reflected the faith...
Kathy Sowards
October 18, 2026
Kathy Sowards
Born October 28, 1942 in Praise (Elkhorn City), Kentucky
Died October 18, 2026 in Trenton, Michigan
Kathy was born in Pike County, Kentucky and went to Hellier High School. She moved to Trenton, MI in 1959 where she was a stay-at-home Mom and later became a caretaker for an elderly family. Later in life she obtained her GED from the Southgate...
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