OBITUARIES

November 25, 2024

Jack Hartley, 89 of Grosse Ile, MI. Born on April 5, 1935 in Alexandria, IN to Paul Ralph Hartley and Leila Bruton Emmons; he

passed away on November 25, 2024

Husband of Sue Hartley for 68 years. Father of Elizabeth Hartley, Monica (Doug) Treadwell, and Rhett Hartley. Proud grandpa of Nathan Treadwell, James...

November 24, 2024

It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of David Cole Giltner Jr. On November 24, 2024.

David was born on November 7, 1958, in Garden City Michigan. He grew up with his mom Patricia Dandy along with two sisters Jody Johnson and Annette Hovious and a brother Bill Dandy. He would later...

November 23, 2024

Sandra Vassallo, of Riverview, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the age of 55 or as she would say “double nickels.”

She was the beloved wife of Caterina Lo Duca. Cherished mother of Angela Lillian Shemwell and Jesse Agostino Shemwell (Caitlyn). Fur mom to her baby, Sophia.

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November 23, 2024

Donald James Thompson, Jr. was born on October 21,1951 in Jackson, Michigan and passed away on November 23,2024 at the age of 73; he resided in Southgate, Michigan. Don proudly served his Country in the United States Air Force. He retired after 28 years of service with Wayne County as an accountant. He was an avid car enthusiast and...

November 23, 2024

Born in Detroit, Katelyn was the daughter of Francis and Cynthia (Brooks) Shuereb. A graduate of Allen Park High School, she worked as an Auto Mechanic for various dealerships, most recently Fischer Honda. Katelyn’s most treasured memories were those spent with her family, her biggest goal in life was to be the best mother she could be.

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November 22, 2024

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The memorial gathering will be at The Allen Park Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (Corner of Goddard), Allen Park on Saturday, December 7th, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM. The memorial service will begin at 11:30 AM at...

November 21, 2024

Linda Catherine Fairgrieve “Pietruszkiewicz”, age 66 of Allen Park, passed away on Novmeber 21, 2024. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Tom Fairgrieve, of 37 years.

Loving domestic partner to Paul Praedel, of 8 years. Cherished and devoted mother to Melissa Pierson. Proud grandma to Terry and Aubrey; great-grandma to Arya. Caring...

November 20, 2024

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Jessie was a proud and devoted mother to Kai Thomas Owens. Beloved daughter of Dawn Riley, Michelle Riley, and the late Mark Riley. She was a kind, caring sister to Brandy Riley and a deeply adored aunt to Ariana and Elijah Riley, and Victor and Lilith...

November 18, 2024

Doris F. Goudreau passed away November 18th, 2024 in Dearborn, MI. Doris passed away less than 2 weeks before her 103rd birthday. She was born in Willard, OH to Clint and Alice Keiffer. She was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth and sister, Garland . She was married to Michael Costantino from 1943 until his death in 1982....

November 18, 2024

Michael Richard Stout, age 53 of Taylor, MI and Fresno, CA, passed away on November 18, 2024. He was the beloved husband to Jennifer Bader-Stout, of 23 years.

Loving father to Daphne. Dearest brother to late Katherine (Mark) Black and Andrea (Daniel) Bernadine. Beloved son to Richard and Marie Stout. Cherished uncle to Stephanie and...

November 18, 2024

Terry Michael Gunnell, age 73, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his

loved ones on November 18th , 2024.

Born to James and Carolyn Gunnell, the Gunnell family included his surviving siblings,

David (Alfie) and Richard (Lisa). Terry is also survived by his wife Vickie and his first

wife...

November 16, 2024

Robert H. Sharkey, age 80, of Grosse Ile Twp, Michigan passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024 in his home while surrounded by his loving family. Cherished husband of 59 years to Terry Sharkey. Dearest father of Roxanne (Rick) Gayheart, Robert Sharkey Jr. (Dora Rodriguez), and Rene (Ray) Matchko. Dear grandfather of Steven (Justice) Gayheart, Nicole (Jon Barley) Gayheart,...

November 15, 2024

Joseph Paul Berkey, age 101 of Grosse Ile, passed away November 15, 2024.

Born March 15, 1923 in Temerin, Yugoslavia, Joseph was the son of Andrew and Mary Ivanics. He entered the Navy and participated in World War II before he graduated high school. After discharge he finished high school then received his Bachelor's in Education from...

November 14, 2024

Charles Forrest Ray of Southgate, Michigan passed away on November 14, 2024, he was 87 years old. “Chuck” was born on December 11, 1936, in Highland Park, Michigan. He was a devoted & loving partner of more than thirty years to Celeste Lezuch and a loving father to Forrest (Lisa) Ray, Laura Christen, Derrick Ray and Darrell (Janice) Ray....

November 14, 2024

James Edward Salliotte, son of the late Raymond and Antoinette Salliotte was born on October 4th, 1949. He departed this life on Thursday November 14th, 2024. Jim was born and raised in Ecorse, Michigan and later moved to Woodhaven, Michigan to start and raise his beloved family.

Jim received a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering...

November 14, 2024

Jadwiga Krzepton Wolan was born on January 10, 1936 in Poland and went home to be with the Lord on November 14, 2024 at the age of 88; she was of Chicago, Illinois and formerly of Detroit, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Jan. Loving mom of Richard Wolan, Halina (Chester) Surdyka, Irene (Jan) Zagorski, the late...

November 11, 2024

A beautiful soul left this Earth on November 11, 2024. Barbara Lawson, 80 of Riverview, MI went home to be with the Lord after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Barbara was born on September 1, 1944 in Boons Camp, Ky to Ora and Sarah (Perry) Daniels. Barbara married the love of her life, Herschel...

November 11, 2024

Born in Lilly, West Virginia, Betty was the daughter of William and Thurley (Ware) Lilly. She married Victor Guzzi in October of 1958. Betty worked at Western Union in Detroit and then for Ford Motor Company. A published author, she was a member of the Rockwood Moose. Betty enjoyed sewing, cooking and baking, but her most treasured times were...

November 11, 2024

Kyle James Ramirez of Belleville, Michigan passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024 at the age of 67. Cherished son of the late Alfred Ramirez and Patrica Ramirez. Loving brother of Alfred “Tip” (the late Angie) Ramirez and Gail (the late Marcos) Dias. Adored uncle of Adam (Danielle) Dias, Monica (Frank) Hayes, Mathew (Sarah) Dias, Carissa (Jason) Felger, Jessica...

November 10, 2024

Born in Detroit, Judith was the daughter of Roy and Evelyn (Hammond) Mathews. She married the love of her life, John Walsh, on February 15, 1958. Judith worked for the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company for many years. She was a member of the Wyandotte Power Squadron as well as enjoying ceramics, but her most treasured times were...