OBITUARIES
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Janet Valade
November 5, 2025
Janet Valade, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grand, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at the age of 84 in Allen Park, MI. Born on July 29, 1941, in Wayne, MI, she was a bright light in the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Janet shared sixty and a half cherished years of marriage with her devoted...
Timothy Ray Mattox
November 5, 2025
Timothy Ray Mattox, a cherished individual known for his quiet strength and kind spirit, was born on March 1, 1983, in Watsonville, California. He passed away on November 5, 2025, in Taylor, Michigan, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and generosity.
Timothy attended Kennedy High School in Taylor, MI, where he began to cultivate his interests in gaming and graphic design,...
Kay L. Ikola
November 5, 2025
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Kay L. Ikola
October 28, 1940--November 5, 2025.
Kay was born in Long Beach, California on October 28, 1940. Her parents were Jack Orion Brandt and June Brandt. Her father was of Irish ancestry, and her mother’s parents were early 20th Century immigrants, from Norway. Kay was close to her maternal grandmother, Karen Berge,...
Benny Farrell Buie
November 4, 2025
Benny Farrell Buie, a beloved patriarch and vibrant soul, was born on July 12, 1933, in Big Sandy, Tennessee. He was the son of Thomas and Katie (Moon) Buie. He departed from this life on November 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by his family and friends.
Benny dedicated a significant portion of his life to...
Robert A. Zurack
November 3, 2025
Robert A. Zurack, beloved pediatrician, cherished family member, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, at the age of 88. Born on December 7, 1936, in Detroit, Michigan Robert devoted his life to caring for others, practicing pediatric medicine for over 40 years in Trenton and Riverview, Michigan.
A proud graduate of Catholic Parochial...
Catherine Elizabeth Butcher
November 2, 2025
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Catherine Elizabeth Butcher on November 2, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on August 3, 1965 in Detroit, Catherine was the daughter of Ruben and Catherine (Bowen) Cavazos, she dedicated her life to being a devoted homemaker, nurturing her family, and creating an environment filled with love and...
Ruth Fairchild
November 1, 2025
Ruth Fairchild, a cherished matriarch and devoted nurse, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, in Dearborn, Michigan, at the age of 88. Born on October 18, 1937, in Newcomb, Tennessee, Ruth lived a life rich with creativity, compassion, and warmth that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Her professional journey was one marked by dedication, as she devoted...
Jerry Julian, Sr.
November 1, 2025
Jerry Julian, Sr., born on June 26, 1942, passed away peacefully at home on November 1, 2025. He was a devoted husband to his wife Diann, with whom he shared 60 wonderful years of marriage. Jerry was a loving father to his four children: Terry (Mark) Holobaugh, Tina (Terry) Teifer, Tricia (Hans) Julian, and Jerry Jr. (Katie) Julian. He took...
William Henry Leibengood, II
October 31, 2025
William Henry Leibengood, II, a cherished husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on October 31, 2025, in his hometown of Trenton, Michigan. Born on October 10, 1967, William was a man whose spirit and joy brought light to everyone around him.
A proud graduate of Trenton High School, Class of 1985, William dedicated his career to BOSCH, where...
Sylvia El-Tabche
October 30, 2025
Sylvia El-Tabche, a beloved matriarch, passed away on October 30, 2025, at Corewell Health Dearborn. Born on June 23, 1939, in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, Sylvia lived a life filled with warmth and spirit, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Sylvia dedicated a significant part of her career as a Secretary for the United States Government,...
Gregory K. McPheter
October 30, 2025
Gregory K. McPheter, a cherished and respected member of his family, passed away on October 30, 2025, at Corewell Health in Trenton, Michigan. Born on January 5, 1955, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, Gregory grew into a kind and respectful man, known for his unique dry humor that brought joy to those around him.
He attended Judson College in Illinois, where he continued...
Patricia Demko
October 30, 2025
Patricia Kathleen Demko, age 89, of Dearborn Heights, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025.
She was a devoted sister to Cecelia Salewske and Kathleen Escamilla, and is preceded in death by her beloved parents John Demko and MaryAnn Demko, as well as her brothers Michael Demko and Joseph Demko. She is also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews,
Pat built...
Judith A. Taylor
October 29, 2025
Judith A. Taylor, born on October 17, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on October 29, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love and resilience.
Judith, known by her maiden name Chick, dedicated a significant part of her life to her career at Atchinson Ford in Belleville, Michigan, where she...
Ross Paul Nelson
October 28, 2025
Ross Paul Nelson, age 71, passed away peacefully at home on October 28, 2025. Ross was born on July 7, 1954 at Wyandotte Hospital. Ross graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in 1973. Shortly after graduation Ross moved to California where he married and had 2 children: Jeffrey and Elizabeth. He apprenticed and excelled in the floor covering trade. Ross...
Ann Moody
October 28, 2025
Ann Moody, a remarkable woman whose life was a tapestry of devotion, service, and boundless love, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on January 16, 1939, Ann was a nurturing mother and an accomplished registered nurse, dedicating her professional and personal life to those she held dear.
Ann spent many years working at Outer...
Pat Buchanan
October 27, 2025
For those of you who are here to pay your respects to our father, you already know he was one of a kind and had a heart of gold. So many great memories that we will keep with us will forever be with us and we will continue on laughing and loving in his honor.
Pat was a loving father to...
George J. Bourlier
October 26, 2025
George J. Bourlier, born on August 17, 1954, passed away on October 26, 2025. He leaves behind his devoted wife, Carol, with whom he shared 41 wonderful years of marriage. George is also survived by his loving children, Mark Andrew (Anna) Bourlier and Melissa (Aaron) Toth, and his cherished grandchildren, Bryce Walker, Milo Bourlier, Nolan Bourlier, Mark Bourlier, Willow Toth,...
Guy Joseph Couture
October 26, 2025
Guy Joseph Couture
January 1, 1937 – October 26, 2025
Guy Joseph Couture was born in Wyandotte, Michigan, on January 1, 1937, and passed peacefully on October 26, 2025. He was a lifelong resident of Michigan and made his home in Gibraltar with his beloved wife of nearly 63 years, Anna Maria Couture.
Guy graduated from Wyandotte Roosevelt High School in 1954. In...
Geraldine Bedard
October 26, 2025
Geraldine “Geri” Bedard, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away on October 26, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on July 6, 1934, in Detroit, Geri lived a life full of love, laughter, and countless cherished memories that will be forever treasured by her family and friends.
Geri was the heart of her expanding family, known for her unwavering...
Gerald Jelsomeno
October 26, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" Jelsomeno, born on March 21, 1942 in Wyandotte, MI passed away on October 26, 2025 in Riverview at the age of 83. Jerry was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kathleen Kane Jelsomeno, his parents, Ignazio and Stella Jelsomeno, his brother Joseph Jelsomeno and his sister Janet Elaine Smith.
He is survived by his loving children Julie (James)...
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