OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Vera E. Begeman

Vera E. Begeman

May 6, 2020

Click on the tribute wall above to view Vera's service. Vera E. Begeman, 94, left us to be in heaven on May 6th, 2020 from natural causes, and was cared for by her loving daughter, Nancy, in the comfort of her home. Born Vera Eva-Mabel Agney in Ecorse, Michigan on December 2, 1925 to parents Ethel Blanche Porter (of...

Annabelle "Peg" Daniels

Annabelle "Peg" Daniels

May 5, 2020

Click on the Tribute Wall above to view Annabelle's Memorial Tribute and Service Video Annabelle “Peg” Daniels was born on September 3, 1922 in Detroit, Michigan. She went home to be with the Lord on May 5, 2020 at the age of 97; she lived in Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Lyle “John” Daniels. Loving mother...

Amore Velanie Vargas

Amore Velanie Vargas

May 5, 2020

Amore Velaine Vargas was born May 3, 2020 in Dearborn, Michigan and passed away May 5, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan. Beloved daughter of Amanda Martinez and Antonio Vargas. Loving sister of Antonio Jr. Vargas. Services are private.

Bob Kraft

Bob Kraft

May 4, 2020

Bob Kraft, age 63 of Trenton, passed away May 4th, 2020. Loving husband of 41 years to Debbie. Dear father of Patrick (Colleen) and Laura (Mikal) Morris. Proud grandfather of Owen, Benjamin, and Max. Also survived by his siblings Marilyn (Mike) Niebel, Marcia (Paul) Haack, Patricia (Greg) Rutkowski, David (Judy) Kraft, Barbara (Gary) Fleming, as well as his much...

Matthew John Vandevelde

Matthew John Vandevelde

May 2, 2020

Matthew John VanDevelde, age 51, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020 in his home after a brave 18 month battle with colon cancer. Matt was born on August 7, 1968 in Monroe to John and Karen (Aldridge) VanDevelde. A 1986 graduate of Monroe High School, Matt was a member of Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 working for Automatic Fire Protection...

Steven Lee Casto Jr.

Steven Lee Casto Jr.

May 1, 2020

Steven Lee Casto Jr., age 44 of Monroe, Michigan, passed away very peacefully on May 1, 2020 after an illness with cancer. At the time of his passing Steven was surrounded by his loving family. Born December 7th, 1975 in Monroe, Steven was the son of Steven Casto and Helen (Brantly) Casto. Steven loved playing poker and in his...

Anthony Barrios

Anthony Barrios

May 1, 2020

Click on the tribute wall above to view Anthony's video tribute and his service. Anthony's video will be live streamed at The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes Facebook page on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 4 pm. The stream will appear on our Facebook at 4 pm. Anthony was born on September 19, 1931 in Detroit, Michigan and died...

Carl Edward Tank

Carl Edward Tank

May 1, 2020

Carl Tank was called home to his Lord and Savior on May 1, 2020 after a short illness. He was a devoted husband to Sue, his wife of 52 years, and a dedicated son to his late parents, Robert and Jean Tank. He would visit them daily to share a cup of coffee and a laugh. He was also...

Gregory Richard Smoots

Gregory Richard Smoots

May 1, 2020

Click on the tribute wall above to view Gregory's video tribute and service video. Gregory Richard Smoots passed away peacefully at his home on May 1st, 2020. Greg was born in Detroit, MI on August 16th, 1950 to parents Robert M. Smoots and Shirley (Brilinski) Smoots. Greg was a graduate of Riverview Community High School, class of 1968. Greg...

Virginia P. Venier

Virginia P. Venier

April 30, 2020

Born in Detroit, Virginia was the daughter of Edward and Catherine (Schaefer) Tumey. A 1961 graduate of Grosse Ile High School, she married the love of her life, Don Venier, on January 12, 1962 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Rockwood. Sadly he preceded her in death September 18, 1965. A dedicated homemaker, Virginia loved listening to 50's and...

Barbara Ann Apperson

Barbara Ann Apperson

April 30, 2020

Barbara is survived by her children; Michael Grundy, Vicki (Timothy) Smith, Kimberly Frederick and Lorri (David) Bartha; grandchildren, great granchildren, her sisters Deborah (Ed) Pilch, Arlene Horvath and her brother Charles Horvath. Services are private. Contributions in memory of Barbara's life may be made to St. Jude' Children's Research Hospital or the Michigan Humane society.

Inge Beaudrie

Inge Beaudrie

April 30, 2020

Inge was born on June 5, 1941 in Berlin, Germany and died on April 30, 2020 at her home in Rockwood at the age of 78. Beloved wife of Tom. Loving mom of Sue Stevens, Sylvia Laufenberg and Tommy Laufenberg. Proud grandma of Amanda Bering and to her furry grandson, Jake. Dearest sister of Karin (Ralf) Wittsack and Wolfgang...

Susan  Marie  Weaver

Susan Marie Weaver

April 30, 2020

Please click on the tribute wall above to view Susan's memorial video and service. Susan Marie Weaver, age 90 of Monroe, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Elderly Solutions in Monroe. Susan was born January 31, 1930 in Monroe, MI to Anthony and Mary (Colucci) DeNardo. Susan was a 1948 graduate of Monroe High School. She...

Charles E. Matelic

Charles E. Matelic

April 29, 2020

Matelic, Charles E., age 73, April 29, 2020 of Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved husband of Susan. Loving father of Scott (Carol), Brian (Lesley), Kelly (John) Cathy. Proud grandfather of Devin, Brandon, Anthony F, Anthony, Ava, Kyle, Brody. Dear brother of Siblings Louise, Antoinette, Anthony, Thomas, Lauris, John,Daniel and the late Francis, Stephan. The Story of Charles Matelic: the world...

Josephine Tarnowesky

Josephine Tarnowesky

April 29, 2020

Click on the tribute wall above to view Jo's video tribute. Josephine “Jo” Tarnowesky, age 91 of Allen Park, passed away April 29, 2020. Loving wife of the late Stephen. Dear mother of Paula (Dennis) Gonzales and Cheryl (Mark) Rudd. Proud grandmother of Jason Gonzales and his partner Kathryn Bogen. Also survived by her brother Martin Golia. Josephine was...

Betty L. Broschay

Betty L. Broschay

April 29, 2020

Betty was born on March 8, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan and died on April 29, 2020 at Beaumont Hospital Trenton at the age of 92. She lived in Riverview for 66 years. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Loving mom of Pamela (Brian) Reicks, John (Pam) Broschay, David (Toinette) Broschay, and the late Mark Broschay. Proud grandma of Derek...

Larry D. Overholt

Larry D. Overholt

April 28, 2020

Click on the tribute wall above to view Larry’s service. Born in Ft. Hood, Texas, Larry was the son of Larry and Hazel (Luster) Overholt. He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors hunting and fishing. Larry leaves to cherish his memory his children: Autumn Overholt, Amber Maynard and Kyle Miller; grandchildren: Nevaeh and Aurora; his parents: Larry and Denise...

Roberta "Robbie" Saenz

Roberta "Robbie" Saenz

April 27, 2020

Born in Dearborn, Roberta was the daughter of Kenneth and Lillian (Cottignes) Rayl. She married the love of her life, Valentine Saenz, on April 21, 1978. Sadly he preceded her in death Februrary 26, 2014. A dedicated homemaker, Roberta enjoyed knitting, crocheting and reading celebrity magazines, but her most treasured times were those spent with her family. Roberta leaves...

Robert William Porter, Ii

Robert William Porter, Ii

April 27, 2020

Porter, Robert William, II, age 66, April 27, 2020 of Trenton, Michigan. Beloved father of Robert W. (Jenna Kubik) Porter, III. Loving brother of Meredith (Fred) Teska, MaryJo (Ed) Kidd, Kathy Porter, Jackie Sears, Paul (Mel) Porter and the late Steve Porter. Also survived by his nieces and nephews. Services are private. Contributions in memory of Robert's life may...

Karen Kay Navyac

Karen Kay Navyac

April 26, 2020

Karen Kay Navyac; age 76; of Brownstown; passed away peacefully April 26, 2020 surrounded by family. Beloved daughter of Betty Jane (Mihalko) Ruff and the late John Mihalko. Devoted wife of James Navyac. Loving mother of Susan (Paul) and Lisa (Jason). Dear sister to Jack (Sue) Mihalko. Cherished grandmother of Jacob, Josh, Carly (Moe), Hayley, Roger, Paul, Ashley. Great-grandmother...