OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Shirley Wolfe

Shirley Wolfe

July 13, 2020

Shirley Wolfe, age 78 of Taylor, MI formerly of Viper, KY, passed away July 13, 2020. Loving wife of the late Albert. Dear mother of Elizabeth Couch, James Tennessen, and Renee Tennessen. Proud grandmother and great grandmother of many. Also survived by her brothers AG Branson, Justin Branson, and Donald Branson.

Gay S. Hughes

Gay S. Hughes

July 13, 2020

Gay S. Hughes, of Lincoln Park, passed away July 13, 2020 at the age of 55. Loving mother to Vanessa, Michael and Sammy. Beloved grandma to Tyler, Lilly and Mikey. Dear daughter to the late Kenneth and Georgette Daisy. Cherished sister to Gordon and Georgette. Gay spent her entire life being a devoted mother and grandmother.

Mohamed "Jim" Hamood

Mohamed "Jim" Hamood

July 13, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Mohamed's memorial video and service. Mohamed “Jim” Hamood was born on April 3, 1949, in Lebanon and died on July 13, 2020, at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor at the age of 71; he was of Allen Park. Beloved husband of 45 years to Doris (nee: Galea). Loving dad of...

Robert A. Clark

Robert A. Clark

July 12, 2020

Robert "Bob" Clark, age 65, of Lincoln Park, Michigan peacefully passed on Sunday, July 12th 2020. Bob was born December 11, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan and was raised in both Colorado and Michigan. Bob was the 8th of 11 children. He was a loving husband of 40 years, father of 2 daughters and grandfather of 6. He is survived...

Betty R. Millward

Betty R. Millward

July 12, 2020

Betty R. Millward, age 89 of Allen Park, passed away July 13, 2020 and went home to be with the lord and her late husband Les. Loving mother of Michael Millward. Dearest grandma of Tyler, Ashley and Abby, and great grandma to Jaxon. Betty also leaves behind a loving niece and nephew Pat (Don) Martin and Robert (Bonnie) Devine....

Philip M. Lightfoot

Philip M. Lightfoot

July 11, 2020

Click on the tribute wall above to view Philips video tribute. Philip M. Lightfoot 96, of Trenton, passed away on July 11, 2020. Visitation will take place at the Martenson Funeral Home, Ridge Chapel in Trenton on Tuesday, July 14th from 3:00-8:00 pm with the service on Wednesday at 10:00 am. Phil retired from Ford Motor Co. working for...

Mary Jane Napper

Mary Jane Napper

July 11, 2020

In Memory of Mary Jane Napper who passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer's on July 11, 2020 at 89 years of age. Mary was the youngest Daughter of Charles and Jane Stokes (Smyth). Married to Joseph Napper who preceded her in death in 1991. Predeceased by Brothers Charles (Lucille) and Ellsworth (Marty) Stokes and Robert Smyth (Margaret)...

Gary V.  "Cool Breeze"  Godoshian

Gary V. "Cool Breeze" Godoshian

July 11, 2020

Gary V. Godoshian "Cool Breeze". Age 66 of Melvindale. Passed away July 11, 2020. Brother of Gwynlen Carroll. Nephew of Nancy Altounian. Dear friend of Brad Butcher. Gary was Melvindale's #1 neighbor and friend. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Mary Lee "Leeland" Godoshian.

Linda Tirado

Linda Tirado

July 11, 2020

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Leslie Fraser

Leslie Fraser

July 10, 2020

Leslie was born on April 17, 1938 in Scotland and died on July 10, 2020 at Beaumont Hospital Trenton at the age of 82; of Riverview, Michigan and formerly of Horton, Michigan. Beloved dad of Leslie (Brenda) Fraser and Fiona (Timothy) Brown. Proud grandfather of Lauren Fraser, Megan Fraser, Kallista Brown and Matthew Brown. Dearest step father of Pat...

Robert "Bob" Wentzell

Robert "Bob" Wentzell

July 9, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Robert's memorial video. Robert “Bob” Wentzell, age 80 of Detroit, MI. Loving husband of the late Betty Wentzell. One of a kind father of Wendi (Corey) Wentzell-Cuc and Kimberly (Ernie) Heidel. Dearest brother in law of George (Pat) Porter. Proud cat dad of Caboodle. Bob proudly served in the United States Army...

Mrs. Michiyo Cook

Mrs. Michiyo Cook

July 9, 2020

Cook, Mrs. Michiyo, age 88, July 9, 2020, formerly of Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved wife of Kenneth. Loving mother of Clifford (Regina) Cook, Kenny (Jan) Cook and Kathryn (Ken) Torrico. Also survived by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. There will be no services.

John D.  Idol

John D. Idol

July 8, 2020

John D. Idol. Age 70 of Gibraltar. Passed away July 8, 2020. Beloved husband of Sharon for 47 years. Loving brother of Guy (Barbara) Idol and Chester "Allen" Idol. Survived also by many loving nieces, nephews and extended family. Preceded in death by his parents Chester and Meda Idol and a brother Charles Idol. Services will take place at...

Donald Lester Hoffman

Donald Lester Hoffman

July 8, 2020

Born in Maybee, Donald was the son of Daniel and Leola (Bressler) Hoffman. He married the love of his life, Janice Straub, on Febraury 3, 1962 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Maybee. Donald worked as a plasterer for over 68 years, founded Hoffman Plastering, retiring in 2001. His sons Doug and Rick continue to run the business today....

Shirley  Ann Graham

Shirley Ann Graham

July 7, 2020

Born in Price County, Wisconsin, Shirley was the daughter of Clinton and Golda (Hafea) Harvey. Shirley worked in food service at St. Anthony Hospital. She enjoyed fishing, crocheting, sewing and she adored her pets. Shirley leaves to cherish her memory her children: Richard Graham and Terry (Paul) Schmitz; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Sadly she was preceded in...

Jay L. Stangis

Jay L. Stangis

July 7, 2020

Click on the tribute wall above to view Jay's video tribute. Stangis, Jay L., age 81, July 7, 2020 of Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved husband of Donna. Loving father of Sherri Stangis, Dawn (Butch) Laginess and Joni Stangis. Proud grandfather of Olivia, Mason, Eve and Kylie. Preceded in death by his parents John and Marion Stangis, his brother Roger...

Pauline L. Arthurs

Pauline L. Arthurs

July 7, 2020

Pauline Lenore Arthurs (Steinmetz) was born on March 19, 1930 in Eyota, Minnesota. She passed away on July 7, 2020, surrounded by her family. Pauline was the oldest of three daughters born to Theodore and Julia (Daly) Steinmetz. She was raised on the family farm in Eyota, Minnesota. She graduated from Eyota High School in 1948, and was valedictorian...

Desmond  Roberts

Desmond Roberts

July 5, 2020

Desmond was born on May 21, 1931 in Wales and died on July 5, 2020 at the age of 89; he was of Trenton. Beloved husband of 60 years to Patricia (nee: Blackmore). Loving dad of Brendan Roberts and Jacqueline (Andy) Morrison. Proud papa of Desmond, Teagan and Finley. Also survived by other loving family and friends. He was...

Douglas Allan Brown Ii

Douglas Allan Brown Ii

July 4, 2020

Born in Detroit, Douglas was the son of Douglas and Elaine (Nestor) Brown. A graduate of Edsel Ford High School, Douglas then went on to further his education, graduating from Wayne State University. He faithfully served our country in the United States Army. Douglas married the love of his life, Virginia Smith, on April 25, 1970. He was a...

Fleta Joe Smith

Fleta Joe Smith

July 4, 2020

Fleta Joe Daniel Smith age 100 passed away Saturday July 4, 2020 in her home with family at her side. Born December 20, 1919 in Fredericktown, Missouri. Fleta Joe was born to Otis "Dewey" and Mable (Hobbs) Daniel and was raised by her loved grandparents John and Nannie Mae Daniel in Hillsdale Michigan. She Graduated Valedictorian of her class...