OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Charles C. Mccrary

Charles C. Mccrary

August 25, 2024

Charles C. McCrary, age 87 of Detroit, MI passed away August 25, 2024. Loving husband of the late Allyne M. McCrary. Beloved father of Sandra Cagle and Sindra (John) Wasmund. Proud papaw of Steven (Michelle), Trish, Charlie (Heather), John, Krista (Emmanuel) and great grandpa of many great grandchildren. Loving brother of Dina.

Joseph  Richard  Velthuysen

Joseph Richard Velthuysen

August 24, 2024

Joseph Richard Velthuysen, age 57, loving father, son, brother, and uncle, passed away unexpectedly Thursday the 22nd, 2024. Despite his inner battles, Joe remained optimistic and believed in his heart he would get a second chance with his loved ones, as family was the one thing that he could count on no matter what. During his recent moments here...

John Michael Nicholson

John Michael Nicholson

August 24, 2024

John Michael Nicholson passed away on August 24th, 2024, at the age of 33. John was the loving and kind son of his father Brian Nicholson (Tammy) and his mother Kathy Nau (Tony). He is survived by his Son Damian and Daughter Lillith, his brother Alex and his sisters Kayla, Erin, and Caeley. He is also survived by his...

Philip Charles Labelle

Philip Charles Labelle

August 23, 2024

Philip Charles LaBelle, 93, of Brownstown , Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 23, 2024.

Visitation will take place at Martenson Funeral Home, 3200 West Road, Trenton, Michigan, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 4:00-8:00 pm.

Philip will lie in state Thursday, August 29, 2024, from 3:00-3:30 at...

Angela  Robinson

Angela Robinson

August 22, 2024

Angela Robinson nee Vassallo of Trenton, Michigan passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Clarence Robinson. Cherished mother of Mary (John) Lecznar, Richard (Debra) Robinson, Patty (Rob Swonger) and Lisa (the late Gary) Buffa. Dearest grandmother of Kellie Joyce (Brendan), Michael (Aurelie), Christopher (Alexis), Angela (Chris), Nichole (Weldon), Brad...

Jim P.  Sexton

Jim P. Sexton

August 22, 2024

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Jim was born on September 22, 1952 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on August 22, 2024 at the age of 71; he was of Riverview. Beloved husband of 50 years to Karen (Hamilton). Cherished dad of the late Andrea, Theresa (Richard), the late Donny, Melissa...

Arleen Tomasik

Arleen Tomasik

August 22, 2024

Arleen Lee Tomasik "Reifsnider", age 85 of Gibraltar, passed away on August 22, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Robert, of 20 years.

Loving mother to Robert (Rhonda) Tomasik, Jefferey Tomasik, and Michelle (Jim) Whitwam. Loving grandma to Krysten, Daniel, Katie, Brianna, Joseph, and James. Loving G.G....

Melvin Bernard  Markwardt

Melvin Bernard Markwardt

August 22, 2024

Born in Detroit, Melvin was the son of William and Anne (Casneuf) Markwardt. A graduate of Cooley High School in Detroit, he faithfully served our country in the United Staes Air Corps. Melvin married the love of his life, Betty Dahmer, in 1948. Sadly she preceded him in death in 2014. He earned his Bachelor Degree from Wayne University...

Theresa "Tess" Pierce

Theresa "Tess" Pierce

August 21, 2024

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Edward  S.  Gardulski

Edward S. Gardulski

August 21, 2024

Edward S. Gardulski of Southgate, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at the age of 80 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved husband of 56 ½ years to Patricia Gardulski. Loving father of the late Michael E. Gardulski and Paul J. (Kimberly) Gardulski. Cherished grandfather of Ethan E. Gardulski. Dear brother of Amelia (Bruce) Schneider...

Genevieve Leja

Genevieve Leja

August 19, 2024

Genevieve Leja, age 91 of Allen Park, MI. Beloved wife of the late Fred Leja. Loving mother of Kenneth (Linda), Greg (Kathy), Brian (Robin), Randy (Sheila) and Kathy Killam. She is survived by her grandchildren Daniel, Timothy (the late Rachel), Nicholas, Julie (Justin), Matthew (Kelly), Steven (Melissa), Jason (Jackie), Kristen, Jacob (Sarah), Katelyn (Brad), Rachael, Anthony and great grandmother...

Keith B. Elliott

Keith B. Elliott

August 18, 2024

Keith B. Elliott, of Riverview, passed away August 18, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Susan Elliott. Loving father of Derek (Meghan) Elliott. Proud grandfather of Holden, Hayes, Harrison, and Penelope. Dear brother of Pamela (Dwight) Davis and the late Kevin (Sandy) Elliott. He is survived by many nieces, nephews and other loving family members.

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Nathalie Ann Beach

Nathalie Ann Beach

August 18, 2024

Nathalie Ann Beach, age 90 of Brownstown, MI passed away on August 18, 2024. Loving wife of the late Robert Beach. Beloved mother of Michael Beach Sr., James (Marilyn) Beach, the late Robert Lee Beach II, Mark Beach, and John Beach. Proud grandma of Michael II, Robert III, Jordan (Michael), Shauna (Philip), John (Sara), Rachael (Kenny), Jamie (Jessica), Shelby...

Mikey Ramirez

Mikey Ramirez

August 18, 2024

Miguel "Mikey" Ramirez, age 31, born in Southwest Detroit left this world too soon but not without leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him. A proud father, beloved son, and an irreplaceable brother. Mikey's presence lit up the lives of those around him.

Mikey was a man who was gentle and loved deeply....

Buck  Jones

Buck Jones

August 18, 2024

Buck Jones of Woodhaven, Michigan passed away in his home on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the age of 55. Beloved husband of Lapellya Jones. Dearest father of Nate Smith of Woodhaven, MI, Timothy (Corrie) Smith of Cross Plains, TN, Crystal (Charles) Cole, Lucas Jones, and Maggie Jones of Portland, TN. Caring son of Mack and Nina Bennett of...

Donald Ray Claypool

Donald Ray Claypool

August 16, 2024

Donald Ray Claypool, of Taylor, passed away August 16, 2024. Beloved husband of Fay for 62 beautiful years. Loving father of Donald R. (Therese) Claypool, and Thomas L. (Lora) Claypool. Cherished grandfather of Andrea, Amanda, Hannah and Reagan. Proud great grandfather of Elizabeth and Leland. Dear brother of Pat Gray, Mike Rigo and the late Thomas Claypool. He is...

Marlene I. Pavlick

Marlene I. Pavlick

August 15, 2024

Marlene Irene Pavlick, age 81 of Grosse Ile Township passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 15, 2024. Loving wife of Richard for 59 wonderful years. Amazing mother of Richard M. Pavlick and Lisa (Brian) Nagy. Beloved grandmother of Kyle, Rhiannon, and Evan. She also leaves behind her former daughter-in-law Angela and many nieces and ...

Janice Fox - Davis

Janice Fox - Davis

August 15, 2024

Janice Fox-Davis of Trenton passed away August 15, 2024 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Beloved wife of Nelson Graff. Loving mother of Bethany, Troy, the late Aleea, Wesley (Tiffany), Heidi, Amanda, Ashley, Holly, and Hillary. Proud grandmother of 18 adoring grandchildren. Dear daughter of Jean and the late Paul Fox. Cherished sister of Paul, Denise, and the...

John Collins Lapointe

John Collins Lapointe

August 15, 2024

John Collins LaPointe passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Hampton Manor, Dundee Mi. where he resided since August 23 after experiencing a fall, breaking his hip. He was 82 years old.

John was born in Logansport, Indiana on November 9, 1941, to Burton J. and Dorothy (Vincent). They moved to Monroe, and then during his formative...