OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
Dianne G. Batch
October 15, 2019
Dianne G. Batch, 1934-2019 Dianne G. Batch, 85, of Grosse Ile, MI, passed in her sleep at her home on October 15, 2019. Born in Highland Park, MI before moving several times with her parents Hugh C. Gibson and Dorothy C. Gibson (nee Hennig) to Lansing, Milwaukee, and finally to Toledo, OH. She graduated Cum Laude from DeVilbiss High...
Betty "Pat" Cawood
October 15, 2019
Born in Monroe, Betty was the daughter of John and Laverne (Anteau) Roach. She married the love of her life, Clyde “Steve” Cawood on July 3, 1945. Sadly he preceded her in death March 11, 2014. A dedicated homemaker, Pat was a Certified Rug Hooker, certified by Pearl McGowen. She taught Rug Hooking at Greenfield Village, enjoyed Quilting, Needlework...
Alma Victoria Walker
October 14, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Alma's video tribute. Walker, Alma “Vicky”, age 97 of Dearborn. Loving wife of the late John Walker. Alma is proceeded in death by her parents Charles and Esther as well as her brothers Charles, Lloyd, Harry, and baby Gordon, her two sisters Olive and Ethel. She is survived by her nieces...
Daniele Cerroni
October 14, 2019
Cerroni, Daniele, age 49, of Flat Rock. Loving Husband of Barbara for 19 years. Loving father of Emma and Madeline. Beloved son of Anna and the late Andrea Cerroni. He is survived by his brother Marco Cerroni, his sister Maria (John) Smith, and many loving nieces and nephews. Daniele was a police officer for 25 years and served the...
Joseph Willsey
October 13, 2019
Joseph Carl Willsey was an adventurous man. He loved nothing more than to be out on his boat, fishing or spending days with his family. He was an avid boat lover, and spent most of his life working as a mechanic for various companies. Joseph loved all his children, Jessica, Jared, April, Chelsie, Cassandra and Garret Downing. But he...
Nellie B. Schultz
October 10, 2019
Mrs. Nellie Bernadine Schultz (Light) of Brownstown Township went peacefully to be with our Lord on Thursday October 10, 2019 in Trenton Michigan, at the age of 61. Nellie was born on December 28, 1957. She married the love of her life, James Schultz on October 10, 1975. Together they raised 4 children; James II (Angel) Schultz, Khristina Downing,...
Margaret "Buddy" Rosemary Mcnally
October 10, 2019
McNally, Margaret Rosemary “Buddy”. Age 94 of Lake Leelanau, formerly of Trenton and The Villages of Florida. Beloved wife of the late Dr. John F. McNally and Joseph F. McInerney. Loving mother of Karen (Paul), Colleen (Dr. Craig), the late John F. Jr., Kathleen (Charles), Patrick (Elise), Michael (Rory), Michele, Dr. Timothy, Theresa (William), Brian (Michele) and Rosemary (Jeff)....
Shirley Gurganus
October 9, 2019
Shirley Gurganus. Age 79 of Trenton. October 9, 2019. Beloved wife of Harlie for 60 years. Loving mother of Robert Gurganus and the late Johnny Gurganus. Dear sister of Bill (Kathy) Troungo.
Stanley Kozlowski
October 8, 2019
Born in Bartoszyny, Poland in 1937, Stanisław “Stanley” was son of the late Józef and Katarzyna (Polak) Kozlowski. He married the love of his life, Wiesława “Wiesia” Szkutnik, on February 8, 1959. They immigrated to Rhode Island in 1964 with their two children. Before retiring in 2000, Stanley worked as a maintenance mechanic for over 20 years at Mossberg...
Anna Maria Hamet
October 6, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Anna's video tribute. Hamet, Anna Maria, age 58, October 6, 2019 of Trenton, Michigan. Beloved wife of Clint. Loving mother of Jacob Nelson, Amber Willinger and Joseph Willinger. Bonus mom of C.J. Hamet, Tara Hamet, Jayna Hamet and Leanne (James) Soleski. Proud grandmother of Layla, Ella, Larkin and Adelyne. Contributions in...
Peter R. Garr
October 6, 2019
Garr, Peter. Age 90 of Trenton. October 6, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Joan Garr. Loving father of Michael (Deanne), Peter (Ann Marie), Stephen (Jennifer), Kathleen Garr and the late Margaret Smith. Father-in-law of Gregory Smith. Proud grandpa of Lauren, Katie, Audie, Macey and Jacob. Memorial contributions may be made to the Trenton Hockey Association.
Edward "Jack" Lezotte
October 6, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Jack’s video tribute. Edward "Jack" Lezotte, age 87, was born on October 8, 1931, and raised in Rockwood by his late parents, Edward and Eyla Lezotte. From the young age of 10, Jack helped his father manage the boat rentals and deliveries in the Pointe Mouillee state game area. Jack served...
Donald R. Ayers Sr.
October 6, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Donald’s video tribute. Ayers Sr., Donald R., age 72 of Taylor. Loving husband to Tonna for 36 wonderful years. Beloved father of Catherine (Dan) Levinson and Donald Ayers Jr.. Loving grandfather of Natalie Kelley and Gavin Ayers. Donald proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during Vietnam. He will be...
Giuseppe G. Giavedon
October 5, 2019
Click ont he tribute wall above to view Giuseppe's video tribute. Giuseppe G. Giavedon. Age 84 of Grosse Ile. Passed away October 5, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Mitzi Giavedon. Loving Uncle of Branko (Diane) Gegich, Mark (Debbie) Gegich, Lara Morson and her husband Stefano Bagnariol and the late Cathy Gegich. Dearest Great Uncle of Julie Gegich, Katherine...
Terrie L. Aldred-Mccraight
October 5, 2019
Terrie L. McCraight was born on May 24, 1967 in Georgia and died on October 5, 2019 at the age of 52; she was of Westland and formerly of Romulus. Beloved mom of Stephen (Mary-Kaitlyn) McCraight and Brandon (Chelsea Phillips) McCraight. Dearest sister of Tom (Stephanie Renee), Kelly (Tito), Tammy, Timmy and Bobby. Also survived by other loving family...
Charles C. Watkins
October 4, 2019
Click the tribute wall above to view Charles' video tribute Watkins, Charles C., age 86 of Lincoln Park. Happily married to Berta for fifty nine and a half years. Charles grew up in North Carolina, finding his interests in carpentry, small motor repair, antiquing, gardening, and puzzles. Charles was a loving and considerate husband, brother, and uncle. He is...
Linda "Susie" Shimmell
October 3, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Susie's video tribute Linda “Susie” Shimmell, age 73 of Trenton, passed away October 3rd, 2019. Loving wife of the late Carl. Dear mother of Karla (Charles) Calahan and Kelly (Roxanne). Proud grandmother of Jay (Tyler) Ulman, Cody (Sarah) Calahan, and Hayden Shimmell. Great grandmother of Caleb and Chloe Calahan. Also survived...
George Arthur Carder
October 3, 2019
Born in Monroe, George was one of 7 children born from the union of Oval and Bernice (Kim) Carder. He attended Boyd School here in Monroe. In his younger years, George worked at the Goodwill store. He worked many years at Matthews Bait Shop, where he enjoyed being around water. He also worked many years for Kroger. George enjoyed...
Patrick D. Clinton
October 3, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Patrick's video tribute. Patrick D. Clinton was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on June 21, 1949 and died on October 3, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital Trenton at the age of 70; he was of Brownstown and formerly of Melvindale. Beloved husband of 50 years to Margaret (nee: Roulo). Loving dad of Peggy...
Patrick James Dempsey
October 3, 2019
Dempsey, Patrick James, age 62 of Taylor. Father of Amy Foster and James Bonikowski. Grandfather of Darrell Foster Jr. and Violet Lanesdale. Patrick loved the outdoors, motorcycles, fast cars, and going out on the boat. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Youth Foundation.