OBITUARIES

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Gaye Anne Halley

Gaye Anne Halley

July 31, 2019

Born September 9, 1947 in Wyandotte, Gaye was the daughter of Norman and Norma (Dell) Sholtz. After graduating from high school, she received her Cosmetology certification, first teaching and later working in several salons. Gaye married the love of her life, John Robert Halley III, in March of 1994. Sadly he preceded her in death September 8, 2018. She...

Lloyd  B.  Bellamy

Lloyd B. Bellamy

July 30, 2019

Bellamy, Lloyd B., born on June 23, 1941 left this world on his own terms July 30, 2019. Age 78 of Trenton Michigan. Survived by his daughter Susan (Mark) Weisbrod, formerly Susan Hunter and his granddaughter Samantha Weisbrod. Lloyd was preceded in death by his wife Joan in 1993.He proudly served his country as a United States Marine. Memorial...

Wendy Mead

Wendy Mead

July 30, 2019

Please click on tribute wall above to view Wendy's memorial video. Wendy Damman – Mead, age 47. Born in Frankfort, Germany. Hometown Hollywood, Florida and resided in Brownstown, Michigan. Passed on July 30, 2019. She was born on October 12, 1971 to Patricia LaChance and the late Gary Damman. She is survived by her loving husband Leo. Dearest mother...

Charles P.  Lupinski

Charles P. Lupinski

July 29, 2019

Please click on the tribute wall above to view Charles' video tribute. Charles P. Lupinski, age 86, of Lincoln Park passed away peacefully in his sleep Monday, July 29, 2019, at the Lodge at Taylor. Charles will be deeply missed by his wife, JoAnn of Lincoln Park, his four children; Thomas Lupinski of Lincoln Park, Joseph (Janet) Lupinski of...

Geraldine Ann Kotcher

Geraldine Ann Kotcher

July 28, 2019

Born in Detroit, Judy was the daughter of Harry and Frances (Kolar) Snider and step daughter of Frank Ward. She married the love of her life, Joseph Kotcher Sr. in 1960 and together they raised their two children: Joe and Janine in Center Line. Judy worked in administrative assistant support and as a Pharmacy Technician until her retirement. She...

Ernest Grimm, Jr.

Ernest Grimm, Jr.

July 27, 2019

Ernest Grimm, Jr. was born on May 25, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan and died on July 27, 2019 at his home on Grosse Ile at the age of 93; he was of Grosse Ile, Stevensville, Traverse City and Harrisville, Michigan. Beloved husband of the late Ruth. Loving dad of Karen (Jon) Sleder and Lisa Grimm. Proud papa of Amanda...

Richard O.  Biccum

Richard O. Biccum

July 26, 2019

Richard “Dick” Biccum. Age 80 of Maybee, passed away Friday, July 26, 2019 in his home. Born January 23, 1939 in Detroit, MI, Dick was born to John Edward and Marian Lola (Ried) Biccum. Dick served in the US Army from 1962-1964 and was in the Army Reserves until 1968. He received a Good Conduct Medal and a Certificate...

Franklin (Frank) T. Glascott

Franklin (Frank) T. Glascott

July 26, 2019

In Loving Memory Franklin Thomas Glascott September 24, 1935 - July 26, 2019 Franklin (Frank) T. Glascott of S. Rockwood went in peace to his final resting place on Friday July 26, 2019 at his daughters home where he has resided since June 18, 2019, under the care of Beaumont Hospice. He was surrounded by his loving family. Frank...

Bill Potter, Sr.

Bill Potter, Sr.

July 26, 2019

Please click on the tribute wall above to view Bill's video tribute. Bill Franklin Potter, Sr. was born on March 26, 1943 and passed away after a courageous battle on July 26, 2019 at the age of 76; he was of Johannesburg and Dearborn Heights. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor (nee: DeFazio). Loving dad of Michael (Kristy), Bill,...

Susie Denno

Susie Denno

July 26, 2019

Susie Denno. Age 83, of Rockwood. July 26, 2019. Beloved wife of Cletus "Andy" Denno for 65 years. Loving sister of Doc Wright and John (Marianne) Wright. Survived also by many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Wilbur and Florence Wright, brother Jack and sisters Marylou, Dorothy and Trisha.

Franklin T. Glascott

Franklin T. Glascott

July 26, 2019

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Otto Lichtfusz

Otto Lichtfusz

July 23, 2019

Born in Budapest, Hungary, Otto was the son of Nicholas and Anna (Zeller) Lichtfusz. He married the love of his life, Irmgard Groetsch, in 1951. Sadly she preceded him in death June 24, 2016. A founding member of the Downriver Germania Club, Otto worked as a Tinsmith with General Motors for over 30 years, retiring in 1989. Otto leaves...

James L. Vogler

James L. Vogler

July 21, 2019

Vogler, James, L., age 71, July 21, 2019 of Brownstown Twp., Michigan. Beloved father of Matthew Vogler, Aaron (Melissa) Vogler and Justin (Mandy) Vogler. Also survived by 14 grandchildren.

Bernice Rostkowski

Bernice Rostkowski

July 21, 2019

Click ont he tribute wall above to view Bernice's video tribute. Rostkowski, Bernice, age 90, July 21, 2019 of Allen Park, MI. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Michael Rostkowski, Marc Rostkowski, Deborah (Mark) Sullivan, Judy (Paul) Checcobelli and the late Joseph Rostkowski. Also survived by her grandchildren Mike, Amber, Kris, Lisa, Marc, Mark, Jr., Benjamin...

Evanell M. Gronda

Evanell M. Gronda

July 20, 2019

Click on the tribute wall above to view Evanell's video tribute. Evanell Gronda of Grosse Ile was born on October 11th 1955 in Wyandotte, Michigan to Alva Quinton Robinson and Panzie Dow (nee: Nabors) Robinson and died on July 20th 2019 at Seasons Hospice at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 63. Beloved wife of Ernest Gronda,...

Thomas W. Bergeron

Thomas W. Bergeron

July 19, 2019

Click on the tribute wall above to view Thomas' video tribute. Bergeron, Thomas W., age 81, July 19, 2019 of Pearl Beach, Michigan. Beloved father of Carollynn (Jeff) Babisz, Nancy (Jeff) Paquette and Bonnie (Guy) Sykes. Also survived by his grandchildren Alexandria, Cole, Jeffrey, Christina and Sarha; 7 great grandchildren; his siblings Paul (Carollynn) Bergeron, Louis (Sandra) Bergeron, Kathy...

Cynthia Lee Georges

Cynthia Lee Georges

July 19, 2019

Click on the tribute wall above to view Cindy's video tribute. Cindy was born to the late Steve Warady and Leona Francis Warady (Walker) on May 27, 1954 and grew up in Lincoln Park, Michigan. She spent her adult life in Taylor, Michigan where she raised her two beautiful children Ryan Georges and Stephanie Bunch (Corey). She was known...

Linden A. Foster

Linden A. Foster

July 19, 2019

Born in Detroit, Linden was the son of Linden and Ida Mae (Bissonette) Foster. A graduate of Taylor Center High School, he faithfully served our country with the United States Air Force from April 5, 1961 until April 2, 1965. Linden married the love of his life, Kathleen Cochran, on February 16, 1964. He enjoyed woodworking and building, hunting,...

Gloria Ann Boller

Gloria Ann Boller

July 19, 2019

Boller, Gloria A., age 80, July 19, 2019 of Grosse Ile. Beloved wife of Charles. Loving mother of Kym (David) Sharp and David-John (Mary Beth) Ziembiec. Also survived by her grandchildren Zachary Townley, Simon, Mary Kate and Madelyn Ziembiec; Jacob and Jessica Kreinik and Taryn Boller; her sister Kathleen (the late George) Patton. Contributions in memory of Gloria’s life...

John B Szabo

John B Szabo

July 19, 2019

Szabo, John B., age 62 of the Downriver area, passed away July 19th, 2019. He was born to Edward E. and Josephine Szabo (Bartolotta) on December 20th, 1956. John was an expert mechanic and handy with all things electrical, plumbing and building. He had a strong interest in music and enjoyed discovering new artists. He had many interests and...