OBITUARIES
Our Obituaries
Mariette Ann Burnard
May 6, 2026
Mariette Ann Burnard, age 93, of Monroe passed away on May 6, 2026 in Monroe. Born February 14, 1933, she was the daughter of Maurice and Adeline (DeClerq) Willaert.After graduating in 1951 from St. Mary Academy High School, she became engaged and then married the love of her life, Roland E. Burnard on February 17, 1953 at St. Mary Catholic...
Carolyn Toth
May 6, 2026
Carolyn Toth, a devoted mother, proud grandmother, and dedicated professional, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026. Born in Detroit on February 18, 1945, she was the daughter of John and Helen (Belak) Machinsky. Carolyn's life was a tapestry woven with love, dedication, and unwavering commitment to her family and career.
A 1963 graduate of Trenton High, Carolyn embarked on a...
Carl C. Sutton
May 5, 2026
Carl Chester Sutton, a devoted Christian man and beloved husband, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Born on August 12, 1934, in Jasper, Alabama, Carl lived a life marked by steadfast faith, service to his country, and deep familial love.
Carl answered the call of duty with honor, serving in the United States Army during the...
Louise Marie Griffiths
May 4, 2026
It is with deep sorrow yet profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Louise Marie Griffiths, a devoted and cherished homemaker, who left us on May 4, 2026. Born on November 2, 1930, in Wyandotte, she was the daughter of Louis and Dora (Martin) Pavalock. Louise carried with her the warmth and love that marked...
Wanda Brachaczek
May 4, 2026
Wanda W. Brachaczek (née Mydlarz), a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed
away peacefully on May 4, 2026.
Wanda was born on April 28, 1930, to parents Stefan and Irena Mydlarz in Poland, as the youngest of six siblings. After surviving the devastation of the Second World War in her native Poland, Wanda dedicated herself to the pursuit of knowledge. Breaking...
Kevin Eugene Shepherd
May 4, 2026
Kevin Eugene Shepherd, a devoted and cherished family man, passed away on May 4, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and pride that reflects the life he so earnestly lived. Born on June 22, 1965, he was the son of Kelley and Mary (Newsom) Shepherd. Kevin grew up with a strong sense of commitment and craftsmanship, qualities that...
Ralph Wood
May 4, 2026
Ralph Wood, age 91 of Taylor, passed away peacefully May 4th, 2026.
Born October 2nd, 1934 in Dearborn to the late Robert and Goldie Wood. Loving husband of 53 years to the late Josephine Wood before later marrying Joyce. Dear father of Rick (Carla) Wood, Ralph (Terry) Wood, Frank (Carrie) Wood, Daniel Wood, and Natalie Wood. Proud grandfather of Shawn (Carli),...
Sharon McCarty
May 4, 2026
Sharon Rose McCarty, 72, passed away on May 4, 2026, just one day before her 73rd birthday. She was born on May 5, 1953, in Newark, Ohio.
Sharon lived a life marked by faith, gentleness, and devotion to others. She resided in several places throughout her life, including Nashport, Ohio; Greenville, South Carolina; Hangzhou, China; and Detroit, Michigan. The highlight of...
Bruce E. Bohr
May 3, 2026
Bruce E. Bohr, a devoted guardian of the children and a cherished member of the Trenton community, passed away on May 3, 2026. Born on February 22, 1955, Bruce’s life was characterized by unwavering dedication, a vibrant love for those around him, and an enduring passion for many interests that enriched both his life and the lives of those who...
Kelley Harris
May 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Kelley, who left us far too soon at the age of 44.
Kelley was a vibrant soul who lived life in full color—especially pink, her absolute favorite. Whether she was dressed head-to-toe in it or adding a bold pop of it to her day, pink wasn’t just a color to her—it...
Joyce LeClair
April 29, 2026
Joyce LeClair, née Dapoz, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, devotion, and cherished memories. Born on August 11, 1941, Joyce lived a life that touched the hearts of all who knew her, a testament to her warm spirit and unwavering kindness.
She was a beloved wife to Thomas L. LeClair, with whom she...
Russell Bielawski
April 28, 2026
Russell Bielawski, Jr. was born on April 4, 1983, in Youngstown, Ohio. He grew up in Rockwood, Michigan, with a great love for both school and life.
Russell was the valedictorian of his class at Carlson High School, where he was a member of the swim team and a percussionist in the marching and symphonic bands. He also toured with the...
Deanmartin R. Agius
April 28, 2026
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Deanmartin “Dean” Robert Agius, age 59, passed away on April 28, 2026. Dean lived a life defined by generosity, dedication, and a deep love for the people around him.
Dean graduated Gabriel Richard High School in 1985 and began his career in the family jewelry business where he developed a strong work ethic...
Dr. Colette Hillebrand Duggan
April 28, 2026
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Dr. Colette Hillebrand Duggan, of Trenton, passed away April 28, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Thomas Joseph Duggan. Loving mother of Brigit Duggan (Mustafa) Akpinar, Brian Thomas (Melanie) Duggan, Christian Michael (Katherine Oleksiak) Duggan, and Patrick Shea Duggan (Fr. Albert Duggan, O.P). Proud grandmother of Zachary Akpinar, Safiya Akpinar, Adeline...
Diane Mills Goodsite
April 27, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Diane Mills Goodsite, a beloved wife ,mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this life on April 27, 2026. Born on April 17, 1935, in Columbus, Ohio, she was the daughter of Fred and Elizabeth (Byers) Mills II .Diane lived a rich and full life marked by devotion to her...
Scott Anthony Jaciuk
April 27, 2026
Scott Anthony Jaciuk, a man whose spirit was as steadfast and tenacious as the man he was, passed away peacefully at his home in Wyandotte, Michigan, on April 27, 2026 at the age of 58. Born on May 2, 1967, Scott was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, leaving behind a legacy marked by love, loyalty, and...
Betty Rose Hoffman
April 27, 2026
Betty Rose Hoffman, born on September 2, 1931, in Monroe, she was the daughter of Herron and Lucy (Coutcher) Steinle. Betty peacefully passed away on April 27, 2026 at home surround by her family. A devoted homemaker whose life was marked by love, faith, and a generous spirit, Betty’s presence touched all who knew her.
She married the love of her...
Theodore R. Lacki "Flea"
April 26, 2026
Theodore R. Lacki, affectionately known to many as "Flea," passed away on April 26, 2026, in Dearborn, Michigan. Born on January 21, 1949, at home on Florida Street in Detroit, Michigan, Ted lived a life marked by dedication, service, and deep familial bonds.
A proud graduate of St. Andrews High School in the class of 1967, Ted went on to serve...
Mary Endicott Agosti
April 26, 2026
Mary Helen Agosti (Endicott Hunter) passed away peacefully in Trenton, Michigan on April 26, 2026, after suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease. Mary was born in Detroit to Helen and Elwood Morris on March 12, 1937. One of her fondest childhood memories was attending Detroit Tiger baseball games with her brother and “Georgie” Kell, the son of Tiger great George Kell. She...
Thomas Oliver
April 25, 2026
Thomas Oliver, age 97 of Allen Park, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Thomas was born on on August 20, 1928 in Belle Vernon, PA. The 7th of 12 children of Theresa Tiano and Antonio Oliverio.
On his 18th birthday, Thomas enlisted in the army and served over a year in Headquarters Eight Army in Yokohama, Japan. After serving in the...




