OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Bernard "Bernie" Macdonald

Bernard "Bernie" Macdonald

June 9, 2021

MacDonald, Bernard “Bernie” age 80 of Detroit passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2021. Born on July 22, 1940 in Mabou, Nova Scotia, Cape Breton Canada to Duncan and Jane MacDonald. He moved with his family as a young boy to Detroit, attending Holy Redeemer schools, Detroit College of Business and finalizing his career at DTE. Bernie, an avid musician,...

Stephen Jessie Calvin

Stephen Jessie Calvin

June 9, 2021

Born in Lincoln Park, Stephen was the son of Roxie Koelber. He was a graduate of Woodhaven High School. Stephen leaves to cherish his memory his mother Roxie; siblings: Tricia Minnick, John Koelber, Joshua (Jessica) Calvin and Maghan (Nathan) Hairell; his partner of seven years Alyssa Harris; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many other family...

Margaret F. "Marge" Mcmillan

Margaret F. "Marge" Mcmillan

June 9, 2021

McMillan, Margaret "Marge", age 82, June 9, 2021 of Riverview, Michigan. Wife of Bobbie. Mother of Toney (Mary) McMillan, Sandra (Devon) Tyson and Mark (Karen) McMillan. Also survived by her grandchildren Christen, Sarah, Jeanee, Joey, Jacob, and Chase; her great grandchildren Maggie, Charles, Eliza and Oakley; her sister June Wilkerson. Contributions in memory of Margaret's life may be made...

Margaret Blair

Margaret Blair

June 8, 2021

Click on the tribute wall above to view Margaret's video tribute. Margaret “Honey” Blair passed away on June 8, 2021 at the age of 93 after a courageous battle with cancer; she held on to her beauty and dignity the whole time. We were able to stay by her side until her last breath although, this is going to...

Hector  M.  Hernandez

Hector M. Hernandez

June 8, 2021

To view Hector's video please click on the tribute wall above. Hector M. Hernandez. Age 58 of Taylor. Passed away June 8, 2021. Loving brother of Carmen Owens Hernandez, Yolanda (Porfirio) Lopez, Luisa (Jorge) Martinez, Cornelio (Gabriela) Martinez, Joel Hernandez (Ericka), Elva (Jeronimo) Lopez and Juan (Robin) Hernandez. Survived also by many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death...

Patricia  Ann Schmitz

Patricia Ann Schmitz

June 7, 2021

Click on the tribute wall above to view Patricia Ann’s video tribute. Patricia Ann Schmitz, age 78 of Monroe, passed away Monday, June 7, 2021 in her home, surrounded by her family. Born March 26, 1943 in Monroe, Patricia was the daughter of Victor and Delphine (Hopp) Wolf. A graduate of St. Mary’s Academy, Patricia married the love of...

Eric James Parker

Eric James Parker

June 7, 2021

Eric James Parker died peacefully on June 7th, 2021, in his home next to family. He was born July 3rd, 1976. He is survived by his mother Pamela (Brake) Parker and father, Kenneth Parker. He is also survived by his sister Stacey, his brothers Greg (Kristie), Todd (Jenny), and his nieces and nephews, Chelsea, Cody, Cooper, Logan and Reese....

John "Jack" Siffer

John "Jack" Siffer

June 7, 2021

Click on the tribute wall above to view Jack’s video tribute. John “Jack” Siffer, age 84 of Monroe, passed away peacefully June 7, 2021 with family by his side. Jack was born July 29, 1936 in Monroe to the late John and Bernadine Siffer. After high school, Jack proudly served his country in the United States Army. Upon completion...

Tyler Harrell-Burleson

Tyler Harrell-Burleson

June 6, 2021

Tyler Russell James Harrell-Burleson was born on June 4, 1998 in Dearborn, Michigan and died on June 7, 2021 at the age of 23; he was of Taylor. Beloved son of Richard Harrell, Jr. and the late Shandale Burleson-Drugach. Dearest brother of Haley and Zachary Burleson-Drugach. Cherished grandson of Diana and the late Richard Harrell, Melisa Mather and Mark...

Jeanette M.  Ryska

Jeanette M. Ryska

June 6, 2021

Jeanette M. Ryska. Age 84 of Flat Rock. Passed away June 6, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Louis Ryska. Loving mother of Cindy (Richard) Salyers. Proud Grams of Christopher Salyers. Great Grams of Luke and Keira Salyers. Survived also by several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents Walter and Ruth Riedel and sisters Janet Mathews and...

Italia Sutton

Italia Sutton

June 5, 2021

Born in Monroe, Italia was the daughter of Alex and Anna (Dorozio) Ciacelli. She married the love of her life, Charles Sutton, on August 18, 1951. Sadly he preceded her in death. Italia leaves to cherish her memory, her many nieces and nephews and her cat Tutu. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by her...

Virginia Osinski

Virginia Osinski

June 5, 2021

Virginia Osinski, age 92 of Allen Park formerly of Detroit, passed away peacefully June 5th, 2021. Born May 23rd, 1929 in Detroit to the late John and Angeline Krakowiak. Loving wife of the late Jerome. Dear mother of Jerome (Ruth), Donald, Michael (Merlene), and the late Karen and David. She was a proud grandmother of 7 and great grandmother...

Benjamin Eric Nadeau

Benjamin Eric Nadeau

June 5, 2021

Born in Monroe, Benjamin was the son of Daniel and Christine (Braden) Nadeau. A graduate of Jefferson High School, he married the love of his life, Erica Russeau, on July 7, 2003. He worked for Ford Motor Company for over 15 years, retiring in 2014. Benjamin enjoyed working on Demolition Derby cars. He was a member of the Oddfellows,...

John Leonard Hainbecher

John Leonard Hainbecher

June 5, 2021

To view John's video and service recording please click on the tribute wall above. John Leonard Hainbecher. Age 69 of Lake Michigan. Passed away June 5, 2021. Born February 8, 1952 to Leonard Hainbecher and Lillian (Monroe) Hiller. John graduated from Ecorse High School. He served in the U.S. Army stationed overseas, which he proudly served and was helicopter...

Joyce J. Jones

Joyce J. Jones

June 5, 2021

Joyce J. Jones, of Southgate, formerly of Detroit. Passed away June 5, 2021. Loving mother to the late Edward( Marilyn) and Marla (Matt). Beloved granny to Nicole and Joseph. Beloved sister to the late Mack and Sandra (Emmett). Dear aunt to Sarah (David), Emmett and Joseph. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Devere and Sarah Green. Joyce...

James R. Chascsa

James R. Chascsa

June 5, 2021

James R. Chascsa, age 90 of White Lake, MI.

Chester Allen Barnes, Jr.

Chester Allen Barnes, Jr.

June 4, 2021

Born in Trenton, Chester was the son of Chester and Elizabeth (LaBelle) Barnes. Chester worked for the City of Trenton for over 35 years, retiring in 2010. Chester leaves to cherish his memory his children: Michael Barnes, Melanie Barnes, Thomas (Krista) Barnes and Brandon Barnes; grandchildren: Abigail, Ariell, Macy, Michael, Connor, Aubree and Bryleigh; as well as a sister...

Anthony Garcia

Anthony Garcia

June 3, 2021

Click on the tribute wall above to view John Anthony's video tribute. John Anthony Garcia (Anthony) of Huron Township, formerly from Detroit, passed away on June 3, 2021. His death was sudden and unexpected. He is survived by his father, Richard Garcia; sisters Lisa Garcia, Lorrie Hodnicki (Mark Hodnicki), Andrea Garcia (Joesiah Jones); and brother David Garcia (Rebekah Garcia)....

Angelo Liberati

Angelo Liberati

June 3, 2021

Click on the tribute wall above to view Angelo's video tribute. Angelo Liberati, age 26 of Allen Park, MI, died June 3, 2021. He was the beloved son of Nina and Frank Liberati; brother of Nicolo and Antonio; and grandson of Richard and Florence Coleman and Tullio and Rose Liberati. He is survived by his parents, brothers, grandmother, cousins,...

Alfred "Big Daddy" Cantu

Alfred "Big Daddy" Cantu

June 3, 2021

Click on the tribute wall above to view Alfred's video tribute. Alfred “Big Daddy” Cantu, age 65 of Melvindale, passed away June 3rd, 2021. Loving father of Alisha (Ignacio) Rodriguez, Alfredo (Angie), and Jose (Ashley). Proud grandfather of Maricella, Selena, Anjelo, Little Fredo, Angel, Julissa, Allsion, and AJ. Alfred also leaves behind to cherish his memory siblings Lupe, Petra,...