OBITUARIES

Barbara J Stevens

March 7, 2025

Barbara Stevens, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of Christ, entered her heavenly home on Friday, March 7th at the age of 91. She was surrounded by the love of her family and prayers of her loved ones as she transitioned from this life into the arms of her Savior.

Born on April 26th,...

Rev. Edward John Sheedy

March 7, 2025

Rev. Edward John Sheedy of Buffalo, New York passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at the age of 78. Beloved son of the late Francis and Rita Sheedy. Cherished brother of the late Judith Roberts, Claudia (the late Kenneth) Buchanan, Linda Sheedy, Robert Sheedy, Joseph Sheedy, and Luanne (Gerald) Spillane. Proud uncle and great-uncle of many loving nieces...

Judy Totzkay

March 7, 2025

Judy Totzkay, of Trenton, passed away March 7, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Richard Totzkay. Loving mother of Eric (the late Beth) Totzkay, and Marlo (Mark) Schafer. Proud grandmother of Ryan, Nikolas, Cassandra, Sara, Alyssa, Richard, and Mark, great grandmother of 10 and great great grandmother of one. Dear sister of William (the late Florence) and Mary (Jim)....

Sheila J. Melms

March 6, 2025

Sheila J. Melms, of Riverview, passed away peacefully on March 6th, 2025 at the age of 63.

Beloved wife of LeRoy Melms III for 35 beautiful years. Sheila was a 1979 graduate of

Trenton High School, an employee of DTE for over 40 years where she recently retired in...

William Robert Gill Sr.

March 6, 2025

William “Bill” Robert Gill Sr., age 77 of Monroe, passed away unexpectedly March 6, 2025.

Born October 20, 1947 in Lanark Holler, West Virginia. William was the son of William Joseph and Gaye Virginia (Lawson) Gill. He graduated 1965 from Jefferson High School, where he lettered in football. Bill, as he was called for most of his...

William Charles Branum

March 5, 2025

Born in Highland Park, Michigan, William was the son of Wilfred and Jeanette (Donahue) Branum. Bill was the kindest, most loving, larger than life man to ever know! Bill lit up the room and brought the best out of everyone constantly laughing, smiling, and sharing stories. He married the love of his life, Teresa Druyor, on February 14, 1980....

Margaret Peggy Breckenridge Harris

March 5, 2025

Margaret Peggy Breckenridge Harris, age 61 of the Downriver area, passed away peacefully March 5th, 2025.

Loving wife of Lee. Dear mother of Dillan Breckenridge. Proud grandmother of Nina. Also survived by her siblings Jim, Bill, Craig, Karen, Darlene, Barbara, Cheryl, and Debbie. Margaret was a loving “MAH” to many and will be greatly missed...

Ryan "Brobee" Forsyth

March 5, 2025

Ryan “Brobee” Forsyth of Lincoln Park, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, just a few days prior to his 18th birthday. Beloved grandson of Debbie and Bill Blevins and Christopher Nagle. Cherished brother of Lucas Nagle, Anna Nagle, and Serenitie Noble. Loving nephew of Mike (Ashley) Nagle, Bryan (Samantha) Nagle, Jeffrey Nagle, and Chris Nagle. Caring...

Ann Cecile Macdonald

March 3, 2025

Ann MacDonald, age 95, of Monroe, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Promedica

Monroe Regional Hospital, after a brief illness.

Born April 14, 1929 in Pittston, Pennsylvania, Ann was the daughter of Anna (Dougher) and

Michael Kelly. She graduated from Hughestown High School in June, 1947. On June 18, 1949,

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Robert "Bob" Mealback

March 3, 2025

Bob had the ability to light us any room. Constantly laughing, smiling, and sharing stories over cold beers. He lived his life to the fullest. He loved to travel, watch hockey, baseball, and spend time with family.

He was proceeded in death by his wife, Nancy Mealback. He is survived by his two children, Wayne...

Karen Lee Smeltzer

March 3, 2025

Our beloved mother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and neighbor, Karen Lee Smeltzer was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 3, 2025. Though she is now in the loving embrace of her creator, her light continues to shine here on earth in the hearts of her family, friends and community to whom she showed...

John Jerome Gorecki Iii

March 2, 2025

John Jerome Gorecki, age 76 of Riverview, passed away March 2, 2025.

Born March 2, 1949 in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, John was the son of John and Josephine (Stanko) Gorecki. A graduate of Valparaiso High School, he continued his education at Purdue University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. John married the love...

Bryan Dobija

March 2, 2025

Obituary for Bryan Dobija

April 24, 1977 – March 2, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Bryan Dobija, age 47, on March 2, 2025.

Bryan was a beloved son, brother, father, and uncle who touched the lives of everyone...

Hector S. Hernandez

March 1, 2025

Hector S. Hernandez, age 87, of Taylor, Michigan, passed away on March 1, 2025. Hector was born in Detroit, Michigan, on April 1, 1937. Hector lived a life filled with love, faith, and joy. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Telesforo and Maria Dolores Hernandez; his cherished wife of 53 years, Maria Trinidad; and his sisters,...

Clifford Leo Faistenhammer

February 28, 2025

Clifford Leo Faistenhammer, age 68 of Trenton, MI passed away February 28, 2025. Loving father of Joey Faistenhammer and Candace Bracey. Proud grandfather of Maverick and River Quinn Bracey. Beloved brother of Jeffrey (Kimberly) Faistenhammer, G. Mark (Susan) Faistenhammer and Gregory Faistenhammer. He also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor...

Brett Lee Wojtylko

February 28, 2025

Brett L. Wojtylko was the son of Larry and deceased Mother Mary (Friend) Wojtylko. Brett was born in Taylor, Michigan. A graduate of Truman High School in Taylor. He was a Tech and a Fabricator in the Auto Industry, and most recently with Rivian Auto Company for 8 years. Brett also had a side business making boat tops. He...

Patricia Ann Bumpus

February 27, 2025

Patricia Ann Bumpus of Allen Park, Michigan passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the age of 94. She passed away surrounded by her son, Roger, and his loving family in their home in Dexter, Michigan. Patty joins her husband, Howard, and daughter, Nancy, in heaven.

Pat was a devout Christian who loved and...

Joan Louise Lobato

February 27, 2025

Joan Louise Lobato, of Trenton, passed away February 27, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Ernest Wayne Lobato. Loving mom of Vicki (Leo) Buk, and David Wayne (Yvette) Lobato. Cherished grandma of Angella (Tony) Pizzo, Leo (Jes) Buk, Stephen (Lindsey) Buk, and Olivia (Andrew) Simmers. Proud great grandma of Antonina, Aleza, Elle, Ensley, Dalton and the late Abigail. Dear...

Bernadine Floyd

February 26, 2025

Bernadine Floyd of New Boston, Michigan passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at the age of 96 while surrounded by her loving family. Cherished wife of the late Freeman L. Floyd, Sr., Dear mother of Freeman Jr. (Janet) Floyd, Cheryl (Karl) Keck, Richard (Lisa) Floyd, and Patti (Andy) Bonham.

Caring...

Susan Marie Smith

February 24, 2025

Susan Marie Smith was born on May 17th, 1966 to her Mother, Janet Schuster-Zonca and her Father Richard Zonca. Susan was raised with her 3 siblings Michael Zonca, Michelle Zonca and Julie Zonca in her family home in Dearborn. Sue attended St. Sebastian Catholic school from kindergarten- 8th grade and Edsel Ford high school graduating class of 1984. After...