OBITUARIES

July 17, 2024

Marie Duncan of Melvindale, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at the age of 58. Beloved wife of 22 years to Kenny Duncan, Sr. and life partner since 1986.  Cherished mother of Charie Downey, Adam Duncan, Kelly Lynn (John) Lesko, and Ken Duncan, Jr. Dearest grandma of Makahla, Dariean, Grace Ann, Natalie, Jonathan, and Madison. Caring sister...

July 15, 2024

Shirley E. Waske, of Woodhaven, passed away July 15, 2024. Beloved wife of John Waske for 61 beautiful years. Loving mom of Diane and Karen (Thomas). Cherished grandma of Nicole (Jeremy) and Richard (Elissa). Proud great grandma of Logan, Lucas, and Lola. Dear sister-in-law of Mary Jean, Pat (Greg) and Jerome. Aunt of Kaitlyn and Alex. She is preceded...

July 14, 2024

Mariann E (Hanlon) Jeffery passed on July 14, 2024, at age 96, in Livonia, MI. She was preceded in death by her husband of 77 years, Donald B Jeffery Sr. Mother of Daniel Jeffery Sr., late Cathy (late Gordon) Wood, Kenneth (Sheila) Jeffery, and Donald (Juli) Jeffery Jr.; grandchildren Kelly (Loren) Hirvela, late Eric Wood, Daniel Jeffery Jr., Adam...

July 13, 2024

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations can be made to Breakthrough T1D, formerly JDRF. For more information, please visit their website: https://www.breakthrought1d.org

Please note that the time for the gathering and the location of the service have been changed.

Lauren Elise Tolot born and raised in Grosse Ile...

July 12, 2024

John B. Bores, age 91 of Monroe, passed away July 12, 2024.

Born February 16, 1933 in Harlan, Kentucky, John was the son of John and Maggie (Farley) Bores. John worked at Monroe Steel Castings for over 32 years, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and former member of the Monroe...

July 12, 2024

Richard Thomas Clute, age 83, passed away on July 12, 2024, with his family by his side, while listening to the Detroit Tigers play the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 3-3 tied game.

Richard Thomas Clute was born on August 16, 1940, in Monroe Michigan, and was the youngest of four children born to Lola...

July 10, 2024

Kenneth Eugene Groh, a 70-year resident of Riverview, passed away quietly in his sleep in

Petoskey, Michigan, on July 10th, at the age of 94. Dear father of Lois (Patrick) Sullivan and

Michael (Cindy Lee) Groh. Dear grandfather of Kira Groh, Brett LeBlanc, and Erin (Laura Webb)

Sullivan. Loving great grandfather of Ryan...

July 10, 2024

Richard Thomas Staffin, of Detroit and South Lyon, passed away July 10 2024. Beloved husband of Mary Beth. Loving father of Antonio (Ashley), and Emilio (Nadia). Proud grandfather of A.J., Aubree, Ashton, and Emilio. Dear brother of Michele (Ray) Patrick. Cherished son of Patricia and the late Paul Staffin. He is survived by two nieces, a nephew and many...

July 9, 2024

Arthur “Dale” Straub - 90 yrs. of Maybee, MI - died surrounded by family at Hampton Manor in Dundee, MI, under the care of Compassionate Hospice. Friends may call at the Martenson Funeral Home, Maybee, MI Thursday July 18, 2024, from 2-8 PM, with Rosary Thursday evening. He will lie-in-state on Friday July 19, 2024, from 10 AM until...

July 9, 2024

Stella Marie Francis, age 65 of Monroe, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

Born in Monroe, Stella was the daughter of John and Marion (McLaughlin) Czupich. She was married to Dan Rock Francis on June 6, 1977. Stella met Bruce Miller in 2002 and they were together until his passing in 2002. Together they enjoyed...

July 9, 2024

Jimmy Angel Rosario, Jr. was born on December 14, 1991 in Detroit, Michigan and on July 9, 2024 he went Home to be with the Lord and his family that went before him. He was born and raised in Southwest Detroit. Beloved father of Jimmy Angel Rosario, III and Analiyah Elianna Rosario. Dearest brother of Alexis Elkins, Joshua Elkins,...

July 8, 2024

Sharon Martha Craine “Klimek”, age 79, was soon to be 80 on July 31st, passed away in Angela Hospice care on July 8th, 2024 surrounded by her family.

She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Wayne, of 50 years. Caring, strong, and loving mother to Edward, late Michael (Carol), and Daniel (Michele). Loving...

July 8, 2024

Mary Catherine Chupurdy of Grosse Ile Twp., Michigan passed away in her home on Monday, July 8, 2024 at the age of 58. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Neal Chupurdy. Cherished mother of Dennis Chupurdy, Dillon Chupurdy, and Deric Chupurdy. Loving sister of Ann (Alan) Summers, Laura (the late Richard) Wirtel, Donna Darin-Volz, and Noreen (James) Chessrown. Dear...

July 7, 2024

Fred Drotar

08-16-1930 – 07-07-2024

This past Sunday, Fred Drotar passed away at home in Newport, Michigan, with

his sons, Tom and Bill, and daughter, Mary, by his side, just short of his 94th

birthday. His incredible journey started in 1930 in Detroit, along with 11 brothers

...

July 7, 2024

Egidio Antonio Pomponio, age 81 of Southgate, passed away on July 7, 2024 peacefully surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Anna Pomponio "Liberatore", of 60 years.

Loving and cherished dad to Morris (Donna), Kathy (Enrico), and Emanuele (Laina). Loving papa to Antonio, Luca, Erica, Natasha, Marco, and Francesca. Loving...

July 6, 2024

Russell Leon VanWasshenova, age 68 of South Rockwood, passed away July 6, 2024.

Born in Monroe, Russell was the son of Harold and Betty (LeFeve) Van Wasshenova. A graduate of Airport High School, he continued his education at Washtenaw Community College. Russell married the love of his life, Emily McNabb, in 1982. He dedicated his career to...

July 5, 2024

Barbara Raymond, of Rockwood, passed away July 5, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Marvin Hilray Raymond. Loving mom of Cheryl Ann (Dennis) O’Sullivan. Cherished grandmother of Ronald O’Sullivan, Kenneth O’Sullivan, and Christopher (Alicia) O’Sullivan. Proud great grandmother of Zack, O’Sullivan, Kelsey O’Sullivan, Rory O’Sullivan, Finn O’Sullivan, and four great great grandchildren. She is survived by her sister, Janet...

July 4, 2024

Bonnie Dougherty, of Gibraltar, passed away July 4, 2024. Beloved wife of the late William Dougherty. Loving mother of William (Candace) and Joseph (Sharon). Dear granny of Joe, Joanna, Alicia, and Danielle. Proud great granny of Emily, Alex, Joslyn, Leah, Nathan, Christopher, and Brooklyn. She is survived by many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. She is preceded...

July 3, 2024

Cheryl May, beloved mother, Mimi, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 3, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was 69 years old.

Born on November 30th, 1954 in Oakland, California, Cheryl was known for her dedication to education and her unwavering passion for teaching. As a Trenton Public School teacher for over...

July 2, 2024

Ronald Ballard, age 76 of Allen Park, passed away Tuesday July 2nd, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Ronald was born October 30th, 1947 to the late Ronald C. and Betty Ballard. Loving husband of the late Trudy. Dear father of Tammy (John) Ballard- Bohlender, Ronald, Michael (the late Anna), Andy, Missy, Keisha (Andrew), Kaliah, Daniah,...