OBITUARIES
Our Obituaries
Ralph Donald Knapp
October 14, 2020
Ralph Donald Knapp, age 67 of Monroe, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Medilodge of Monroe. Born in Miami, Arizona, Ralph was the son of Lloyd and Florence (Beswetherick) Knapp. A high school graduate, Ralph married his love, Diane Ehrsam, in November of 1980. Sadly, she preceded him in death January 15, 2015. Over the years of his...
Joanne Marie Bostian
October 14, 2020
Bostian, Joanne Marie, age 91, October 14, 2020 of Lincoln Park, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late David. Loving mother of David (Sheryl) Lee, Don Bostian, the late Debra Gottlin and the late Michelle St. John. Also survived by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. The will be no services.
Sharon Marie Rayl
October 12, 2020
Sharon Marie Rayl. Age 67 of Brownstown, passed away October 12, 2020. Loving mother of Kevin (Lisa) Rayl and Kenneth Rayl. Proud grandmother of Ashleigh Rayl and Allison (Robert) France. Great grandmother of Robert, Jason, Lillian and Andrew. Dear sister of Darryl (Denise) Rayl and Renee Rayl. Survived also by many loving nieces and nephews. Sharon was preceded in...
Jack Arthur Lezotte Jr.
October 12, 2020
Click on the tribute wall above to view Jack's video tribute and recording of Funeral Service Born in Trenton, Jack was the son of Jack and Deborah (Collins) Lezotte. Jack was a member of Rouge Free Will Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing Basketball and was a Football fan. Jack leaves to cherish his memory his parents: Jack and Deborah...
C. Earl "Mel" Melvin
October 11, 2020
Melvin. C. Earl, age 91, October 11, 2020 of Riverview. Beloved husband of Claudia. Loving father of Sandra McKenna and Robert E. (Julie) Melvin. Also survived by his grandchildren Harry Cutting, Jill (Douglas) Thornton and Todd (Adriana) McKenna; his great grandchildren Eric, Marissa, Evan and Kai. There will be no services. Contributions in memory of Earl’s life may be...
Mary M Vazquez
October 11, 2020
Mary M. Vazquez, age 73 of Woodhaven, MI. Loving wife of the late Pedro for 35 wonderful years. Loving mother of Christopher Vazquez. Beloved sister of Kathy (the late Gary) Shea, Grace Riley, Margaret Riley and the late Ellen Babbitt. She also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. Mary enjoyed, knitting, crocheting, crafts, politics, and was a devout...
Bob Janulis
October 10, 2020
Bob Janulis, of Riverview passed away October 10, 2020. Loving husband to Mary for 41 years. Beloved father to Stephen and David. Dear brother to Shirley. Cherished uncle to Angela. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Lottie. Bob was an active member in the Society of Vincent De Paul and an usher at St. Cyprian...
David Franklin Winters
October 8, 2020
David, born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, was the son of Joseph and Mary Frances (Rogers) Winters. He became a naturalized USA citizen on November 29, 1976. Dave was married to Shawn Marie Missinne on February 11, 2000. He worked in the Graphic Arts/Communications profession for most of his employment career. After his retirement he devoted his life to being...
Henry Allen Tatreau Sr.
October 7, 2020
Click on the tribute wall above to view Henry's video tribute. Henry Allen Tatreau Sr., age 60 of Wyandotte, MI. Loving husband of Cheryl Tatreau. One of a kind father to Crystal (Robert) Sickels, Henry (Amanda) Tatreau Jr., Renee (Earl) Tatreau, and Michael Tatreau. Dearest Pappy T to James, Hannah, Thomas, Douglas Alex, Spencer, and great Pappy T to...
Arnold R. Thayer
October 7, 2020
Click on the tribute wall above to view Arnold's video tribute. Thayer, Arnold R. October 7, Age 91, of Grosse Ile. Beloved Husband of the latte Betty Jo. Dear Father of Robin (Jim) Daly and the late Keith. Dearest Grandfather of Lauren, Mitchell and Melissa. Also survived by 1 sister Joan Carney. All services due to Covid 19, will...
Gary W. Schleicher
October 6, 2020
Click on the tribute wall above to view Gary's video tribute. Gary Wayne Schleicher, 58, passed away suddenly on October 6, 2020. Gary fought a hard battle every single day for almost 13 years trying to defeat his cancer. Sadly, his body grew tired and God called him home so he could live his eternal life without pain. Gary...
Robert John "Doc" Halladay
October 6, 2020
Please click on the Tribute Wall above to view a recording of Robert's Funeral Service Robert John “Doc” Halladay, age 83 of Belleville formerly of Ecorse, passed away peacefully October 6, 2020. Loving husband of Lavon for 58 years. Dear father of Deanna (Duane) Swift and Tonya (James) Terry. Proud grandfather of Shanna, Duane, Teresa, Matthew, Noah, and James...
Rita Blicharski
October 6, 2020
Rita Blicharski, of Trenton, passed away October 6, 2020. Beloved wife to the late Frederick for 67 years. Cherished mom to the late Lawrence (Janet), Christopher (Julie), Fred, Rozanne (Steve), the late Michael, Darrin, and Eileen (Donald). Loving Busia to Bethany, Adrian, Elise, Adam, Tricia, Jessica, Amy, Alyssa, Yvonne, Henry, Ray, Serena, Ryan, Hope, the late Donald, Ashley, Dylan...
Kelly Maureen Collins
October 5, 2020
Born in Toledo, Kelly was the daughter of Thomas and Terry (Fox) Horne. She married the love of her life, Derek Collins, on August 22, 2020. Kelly enjoyed doing crafts and baking. Kelly leaves to cherish her memory her husband Derek; her parents: Thomas (Anne) Horne,; mother-in-law Aleta (David Zenz) Collins; step children: Joseph Collins, Dereka Collins, Jacob Collins...
Ronald Douglas Earl, Jr.
October 5, 2020
Born in Detroit, Ronald was the son of Ronald and Doris (Emhoff) Sr. A graduate of St. Clair Shores High School, Ronald worked as a Supervisor in the Steel industry until his retirement. Ronald leaves to cherish his memory, Elena, his wife of the past 16 years; children: Linda (Chip) Hoffman, Steven (Laurie) Earl, Mark (Jessica) Madigan and Dan...
Frank James Witte
October 5, 2020
Witte, Frank James, age 89, October 5, 2020 of Taylor, Michigan. Beloved husband of Jessie. Loving father of Frank (Sarah) Witte. Proud grandfather of Megan (Ramon Toya) Witte and Erin (D.J. Smith) Witte. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Frank's life may be made to Mt. Hope Lutheran Church
James "Jimmy" Ulrich
October 4, 2020
Born in Taylor, James was the son of James and Jeanne (Simpson-Leigh) Ulrich. He worked as a carpenter for Wallside Windows, retiring in 2016. James leaves to cherish his memory, Dawn Trouten, with whom he made his home; children: Christine Ulrich, James (Michaela Andrzejewski) Beaver and Shawn Ulrich; as well as 5 grandchildren and 4 siblings: Jay (Judy) Ulrich,...
Irma Ruth Fritz
October 4, 2020
Click on tribute wall above to view Irma's memorial video. Fritz, Irma Ruth. Age 92 of Brownstown, Michigan. Devoted wife to the late Leonard. Loving mother of Karen, Eric "Randy" (Christine), Douglas (Amy), Elaine and the late Louis. Irma is survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and sadly preceded in death by 4 grandchildren. Irma...
Bud Arquette
October 3, 2020
Kenneth "Bud" Arquette Sr., age 58 of Monroe, MI. Beloved father of Kenneth (Samantha) Arquette Jr. and Christopher (Robyn) Arquette. Dearest grandpa of Timothy, Destynee, and Hailee. Loving brother of Brenda (Carl) Allor, Chuck Arquette, Jimmy (Kelly) Arquette, Jamie Webber and Douglas Arquette. Loving companion of Kathleen Connolly and dogs Faith and Karma. He also leaves behind many loving...
Arnold Deangelis
October 3, 2020
Arnold DeAngelis, age 68 of Detroit. Arnold passed away at his home in Detroit on Saturday, October 3, 2020. He was the beloved son of the late Luigi and the late Dorothy DeAngelis. Arnold was also a loving brother; brother-in-law; uncle to 5 nieces and nephews; and great-uncle to 5 great-nieces and nephews. A priest will bless his ashes...