OBITUARIES

Cena Bell Woods

December 5, 2024

Cena Bell Woods, born on May 10 th , 1928 to George and Mary Gurganus in Oakman, Alabama.

Sadly, she passed on December 5 th , 2024 in her home surrounded by her loved ones at the age

of 96 years young. Cena Bell was a woman of faith who dedicated her life to her...

Janice E. Houchens

December 5, 2024

Janice was born on May 1, 1947 and passed away on December 5, 2024 at Corewell Health in Taylor at the age of 77; she was of Taylor. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Joseph and Jeffrey. Dearest sister of Ralph (Theresa) Hobbs. Preceded in death by her parents James E. and Beatrice A. Hobbs. She...

Barbara A. Oakes

December 5, 2024

Barbara Ann Oakes "Foster", age 93 of Allen Park. Born in Holdenville and raised in Ada, Oklahoma. Passed away on December 5, 2024. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Harold Oakes, of 24 years.

Beloved mother to Debra Cranford, Glenna (David) Dailing, and Tom (Ann) Cranford; step-mother to Kathleen (Jessie) See, Doris...

Ivalene Mcdonald

December 5, 2024

Ivalene McDonald, 95 of Sweetwater, Texas, formerly of Newport, Michigan, left this earth to forever live in The Kingdom Of Heaven "Gods Kingdom". She made her journey to Heaven on December 5, 2024 at the Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Sweetwater, surrounded by loved ones. Ivy was born December 10, 1928 in Jenson, Kentucky. She is the...

Randy Gene Woolum

December 4, 2024

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Randy Gene Woolum was born in Garden City, Michigan on September 24, 1955 and passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 4, 2024 at the age of 69; he was of Brownstown and formerly of Southgate. Beloved husband of the late Gloria Woolum and long-time...

Marie "Betty" Blackett

December 4, 2024

Marie E. “Betty” (Wilson) Blackett, age 93 years old, passed away on 12/4/2024 at the IHM Senior Living Center in Monroe, MI. Born September 9, 1931 in Detroit, MI, she was predeceased by her life partner, Bob Fedon, her husband, H. B. Blackett, her parents, Gordon Alexander Wilson and Margaret Kelly (Woodcroft) Wilson, her sisters Dorothy Mac Donald, Margaret...

Kathleen Scharboneau

December 4, 2024

Kathleen Scharboneau, age 89 of Trenton, passed away Decemeber 4, 2024. Beloved mother of Cynthia Grell, Pennie (Dennis) Liddle, the late Elizabeth Templin (Jack) and Christine (Mark) Havican. Dearest grandmother of Rebecca, Jesse, Blake (Lisa), Nichole (Ben), Kelsey (Tony), Whitney (Nate), and Ashley; great grandmother to Emma, Alison, Gianna and Gemma. She was preceded in death by her husband...

Edith Marie Langton

December 3, 2024

Born the daughter of Mick and Irene (McCutcheon) Langton on December 10th in the post war year of 1947, Edie enjoyed a childhood filled with the wonder and optimism of the era until being diagnosed with debilitating rheumatoid arthritis in the sixth grade at age 10 while attending St. Mary grade school in Monroe. In the following years, months...

Marilyn S. Bufalini

December 3, 2024

Marilyn Bufalini, a cherished matriarch and devoted friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. She was the loving wife to the late Gerald Bufalini, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and laughter.

Marilyn was the beloved mother of Gary (Kim) and the late Toni, and she leaves a legacy...

Joseph Baker Iii

December 2, 2024

Born in Detroit, Joseph was the son of the late Helen (Semon) and Joseph Jr. A graduate of Southgate High School, he faithfully served our country in the United States Marine Corps. Having completed his service and honorably discharged, he married the love of his life, Rosemary Haman, on August 11, 1969. As a veteran, he was an active...

Diana Mary Burke

December 2, 2024

Diana Mary Burke, age 82 of Grosse Ile, MI passed away peacefully December 2, 2024 surrounded by family. Loving wife of the late Wilfred H. Burke II. Beloved mother of Michael Burke and Julia (Joshua) Jones. Proud grandma of Ella Jones, Saara Jones and William Jones. Dearest sister of Judy Seefeldt and the late David Harrison. She is preceded...

Ricky Warden

December 2, 2024

Richard “Ricky” Lee Warden, age 35, of Taylor, passed away on December 2, 2024.

He was a loving cat dad to Mystique and Echo. Ricky is survived by his parents, Richard (Michelle) Warden and Laura (Jayson) Williams; his siblings, Jesse (Amanda) and Tayler Warden; and his stepbrothers, Derek Carter and Matt (Jodi) Carter. He was...

Faye Elizabeth Grooms

December 1, 2024

Faye E. Grooms born in Barnardsville North Carolina on October 12, 1938.

Daughter of Mary E. (Fleming) and Marion Coates.

She married the live of her life on October 12,1956 to Glendell Grooms.

Faye cherished her children and grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Daughter's Barbara Grooms (Robert MacGregor) Brenda (Randall Giles)

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Annabelle M. Shook

December 1, 2024

Annabelle M. Shook, age 94 of Trenton, MI, passed away on December 1st, 2024. She was the beloved wife to the late Donald H. of 64 years. She was a talented seamstress and had a beautiful singing voice. She was active in Trenton Senior Citizens and loved to travel.

Annabelle leaves to cherish her memory...

Janine "Jan" Redfield

December 1, 2024

Janine Marie Redfield, age 67 of Grosse Ile, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024 surrounded by her family.

Devoted mom to Daniel (Melissa) Jones and Carrie Jones. Loving grandma to Austin, Devin, Tyler (Ally), Daniel Jr., and Leyla. Cherished great-grandma to Laney. Beloved sister to Craig (Ann) Redfield, Brian (Karen) Redfield, and Mark (Colleen)...

Deborah "Deby" Sue Mosher

November 30, 2024

Born in Monroe, Deby was the daughter of Roy and Delores “Sue” (Gose) Cook. A 1974 graduate of Monroe High School, she married Michael John Mosher. Deby worked for 30 years at Ford Motor Company Milan Plastics Plant, retiring in 2008. An avid Billiards player she played in two different leagues. Deby enjoyed morning coffee at The Clamdigger and...

Jack Francis Conrad

November 30, 2024

Jack Francis Conrad, 82, of Dearborn Heights passed away Nov. 30, 2024. Beloved husband of Suzanne, dearest father of Jennifer LaForce (Lennis) and Jeffrey. Dearest Papa of Olivia and Kyle. Dear brother-in-law of Mary Lou Matthews and uncle of Angela Matthews Perkett (Drew), Steven Matthews (Kate) and James Matthews (Leanne). Dear great uncle of Tess, Josie, Jonathan and Glen....

Chester James Budziak

November 28, 2024

Chester James Budziak of Sun City, Florida (formerly of Cleveland, Ohio), passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of 52 years to Judy Budziak. Cherished father of Christopher Budziak, M.D. and Michael Budziak. Adored grandfather of Christopher James, Andrew Brian, and Ryan Thomas. Chester was preceded in death by his parents Chester...

Robert Brian Shingleton

November 27, 2024

Born in Wyandotte, Robert was the son of Bernard and Lilly (Bampton) Shingleton. A graduate of Wyandotte Roosevelt High School, he worked as a Machinist. Robert’s interests included literature, music and genealogy.

Robert leaves to cherish his memory, his siblings: James Shingleton and Judith May Smith; as well as his nieces and nephews: Dave Smith, Sue (Lee)...

Richard Alan Schubert

November 26, 2024

Richard Alan Schubert of Southgate, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of 41 years to Nancy Schubert. Cherished father of Jimmie, James (Melissa), Lionel (Loran), Heather (Matthew), and Ronni (Mark). Loving papa of 15 and dear great-papa of 8. Adored brother of Beth Ann and Dennis. Richard was preceded in...