OBITUARIES

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Keith David Halsey

Keith David Halsey

January 22, 2022

Born in Grosse Pointe, Keith D. Halsey was the son of Dennie and Elizabeth (Cook) Halsey. He was married to Patti Shellabarger on July 19th, 2004. Sadly, she preceded him in death in 2014. Keith was a member of Bethesda Christian Church in Sterling Heights and exhibited unwavering faith during his life. He was a very kind, loving and...

Dorothy E. Luellen-Gray

Dorothy E. Luellen-Gray

January 22, 2022

A video tribute will be added, please check back Luellen-Gray, Dorothy E. Age 85. January 22, 2022 of Taylor. Beloved wife of the late David Gray. Cherished mom of Patricia (the late Bones), Linda, Sandy (Steve), Deborah (the late Lester) and Terry. Proud grandma of 11 and great grandma of 17. Also survived by many loving family members and...

Joseph P. Downey

Joseph P. Downey

January 21, 2022

To view Joseph's video tribute, please click on the tribute wall above. Joseph P. Downey was born on May 25, 1931 in Flint, Michigan and died on January 21, 2022 at Beaumont Hospital Trenton at the age of 90; he was of Brownstown Twp. Beloved husband of the late Merris (nee: Cowell) Downey. Cherished father of Christina (Joseph) Snyder...

Tina M. Wright

Tina M. Wright

January 21, 2022

Wright, Tina M. Jan 21, age 53, of Brownstown. Beloved wife of George McKinnon. Dear mother of Michael (Lacey) Wright. Dearest daughter of Lark and Glenda Mitchell. Also survived by 3 grandchildren Alexis, Michael Jr., Riley and 2 sisters Katrina Mitchell and Lisa Polly.

June B. Fraczek

June B. Fraczek

January 21, 2022

A video tribute will be added, please check back. June was born on September 28, 1949 in Erie, Pennsylvania and died on January 21, 2022 at Beaumont Hospital Dearborn at the age of 72; she was of Dearborn and formerly of Lincoln Park. Beloved wife of John. Cherished mom of Cindy Myers (the late Gary Riggs) and Jamie (John)...

Elvenia G. Earles

Elvenia G. Earles

January 21, 2022

Click on the tribute wall above to view Elvenia's video tribute. Elvenia was born on November 29, 1935 in Harlan, Kentucky and died on January 21, 2022 at her home in Brownstown Twp., Michigan at the age of 86; she was formerly of Melvindale, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Cherished mom of Charles, Jr. (Cyndi). Proud mammaw...

Carolina Rivas De Campa

Carolina Rivas De Campa

January 20, 2022

Carolina Rivas de Campa, age 63 of Detroit, MI. Born May 3, 1958 in Tlalcosahua, Jalisco, Mexico and passed away January 20, 2022. Loving Mother of Lorenzo Campa, Angelica Campa, Eduardo (Lara) Campa and Veronica (Diego Sanchez) Campa. Proud Abuelita of Isabella Campa, Lilianna Campa, Ashley Sanchez, Eduardo Campa Jr., Kathy Sanchez, Alyssa Sanchez and soon to be born...

Donald Lee Rinna

Donald Lee Rinna

January 19, 2022

Born in Detroit, Donald was the son of Henry and Dorothy (Dalton) Rinna. He married the love of his life, Karen Wiseman, on March 4, 1967. Donald worked for over 30 years for Calgon/Beecham/Benckiser. He was a faithful member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Rockwood and served on the Parish Council. Donald enjoyed playing baseball, bowling, and was...

Tony Mantua

Tony Mantua

January 19, 2022

Tony Mantua, age 63 of Allen Park, passed away January 19th, 2022. Born July 15th, 1958 to the late Tony and Joan Mantua. Dear husband of Diane (Zuke) Mantua. Loving father of Anthony Jr., Daniel, and Maria (Johnny Cox). Cherished brother of Robert (Mary) Mantua, Pat (Greg) Marinski, Mary Ann Kalonick, Carol (Larry) Gordy, Diane (Jim) Engardio, James (Michelle)...

James E.  Saunders

James E. Saunders

January 19, 2022

Saunders, James E. of Trenton, MI passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of 65 years to Sylvia Saunders. Loving dad of Leisa (Jim) Cooper, Craig (Dana) Saunders, and Mark (Jeannie) Saunders. Cherished grandpa and papa of Michael (Taylor) Stull, Elisabeth Cooper, Collin (Nicole) Saunders, and Kelsey Saunders. Dear great-grandpa of Ryleigh...

Walter J. Pociask

Walter J. Pociask

January 19, 2022

Pociask, Walter J. Jan 19, age 74, of Grosse Ile. Beloved husband of Susan. Dear father of Ken (Scarlette). Dearest grandfather of Abigail, Allison and Jacob. Also survived by one sister Nancy Matschekowski and three brothers Robert, Gary and Tom.

Kenneth Drewior Sr.

Kenneth Drewior Sr.

January 19, 2022

Kenneth J. Drewior Sr., age 79 of Monroe County, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 19, 2022. Kenneth was born April 10, 1942 in Monroe, MI to Yeager and Grace Drewior. He attended Monroe High School in 1961. He worked all of his life as a mill wright until he retired. He is preceded in death by...

Kathleen Marie Hollister

Kathleen Marie Hollister

January 19, 2022

Born in Wyandotte, Kathleen was the daughter of Arnold and Alice (Jackson) Abbott. She attended Carlson High School and went on to earn her Associate of Art Degree from Monroe County Community College. Kathleen married the love of her life, Eric Hollister, on December 7, 2020. She was known as a very talented artist with a special love for...

Marcelle "Marcie"  Wagner

Marcelle "Marcie" Wagner

January 19, 2022

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Robert John Cline

Robert John Cline

January 18, 2022

Born in Stowe, Pennsylvania, Robert was the son of Edward Cline and Marie Serco. A graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School he then went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree from Kentucky Wesleyan College. He married the love of his life, Karen LaPerriere, on January 18, 2004. Robert enjoyed fishing and making his own lures. Robert leaves to cherish...

Bonnie Charette

Bonnie Charette

January 17, 2022

Charette, Bonnie, age 78 of Riverview, passed away peacefully at home January 17, 2022. Born January 26, 1943 to the late Ernest and Marceline Hampton. Loving wife of the late Robert Charette. Dear mother of Michelle (Sam) Vassallo, Nicole Settle, and the late Rob (Vicky) Charette. Proud grandmother of Sal (Hanna) Vassallo, Vincent Vassallo, Mia Vassallo, Brent (Megan) Charette,...

Kenneth D. Gorno

Kenneth D. Gorno

January 17, 2022

Click on the tribute wall above to view Kenneth's video tribute. Kenneth Donlon Gorno, Sr., age 89 of Trenton, Michigan passed away on January 17, 2022 in his home. Ken served his community as a firefighter from 1965 until he retired in 1990 as captain of the Trenton Fire Department. Ken also served as an EMT for many of...

Ciara Schmedding

Ciara Schmedding

January 17, 2022

Click on tribute wall above to view Ciara's memorial video. Ciara Schmedding, of Detroit, passed suddenly on January 17, 2022, at the young age of 25. Beloved daughter of the late Anthony “Skip” Eliel and Desiree Schmedding. Cherished sister of Jazmyne, Tony and Emilio. Proud Auntie of Juliet “JuJu”. Dearest granddaughter of the late Peggy Faletti, Joseph Faletti, William...

Arthur Roger Fritz Jr.

Arthur Roger Fritz Jr.

January 17, 2022

Born in Wyandotte, Arthur was the son of Arthur and Leota (Helbig) Fritz Sr. A graduate of Lincoln Park High School, he faithfully served our country in the United States Army overseas during the Vietnam War as a Tank Operator. Arthur received numerous medals and commendations including the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Cross...

Mike Mobley

Mike Mobley

January 17, 2022

Mike Mobley, age 59 of Newport, passed away January 17th, 2022. Born October 9th, 1962 in Thomasville, GA to the late William and Julia Mobley. Dear brother of Royal Mobley of Plymouth, MI. Beloved father of Stephanie Peterman and Holly Peterman. Proud grandfather of Devin and Donovin Peterman, Jacob Wampler, Justin, Emily, and Anthony Andrews. A Memorial Gathering will...