OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Brian J. Scheffler

Brian J. Scheffler

January 6, 2018

Survived by his siblings, Donald, June Raimond, James, Ronald, Delbert, Geralyn, Roger and Mark. There Will Not Be Any Visitation Or Services: The Trenton Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 3200 West Rd., Trenton, MI 48183

Richard Rennie

Richard Rennie

January 6, 2018

Rennie, Richard L. "Dick", age 91., January 6, 2018 of Trenton, MIchigan,.born in New Castle,PA.. Beloved husband of the late Shirley. Loving father of Nelson"Rocky" (Roberta) Rennie and Tom (Janet) Rennie. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Retired electrician from McLouth Steel, former Chief of the Trenton Auxiliary Police, was currently working at 33rd, District Court...

Nancy Sue Spain-Estes

Nancy Sue Spain-Estes

January 6, 2018

Born in Monroe, Nancy was the daughter of Thomas and Hazel (Knack) Spain Jr. A 1968 graduate of Jefferson High School, she married the love of her life, Lawrence Estes, on July 10, 1976. A dedicated homemaker, Nancy enjoyed crocheting, Detroit Tiger Baseball, the Michigan Wolverines (but not so much Ohio State), music and playing practical jokes. But her...

Mark D. Carlton

Mark D. Carlton

January 6, 2018

Carlton, Mark D. Age 44, of Carleton. January 6, 2018. Beloved husband of Linda for 19 years. Loving father of Jordan and Madison. Dear son of Gary Strange (his father figure). Survived also by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and in-laws. Preceded in death by his mother Linda "Dee" Swoveland. Click on the multimedia tab to view Mark's video...

'Born Free' James H. Nichols

'Born Free' James H. Nichols

January 5, 2018

Nichols, James H., age 78, January 5, 2018, formerly of Gibraltar. Beloved husband of the late Joan Nichols. Loving father of Kim (Duane) Trojniak, William (Marianne) Knight, Steven (Sheryl) Knight and Susan (Dan) Rose. Also, survived by 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and his sister Julie Storm. James was a lifelong resident of Gibraltar, a volunteer firefighter and was...

Mrs. Victoria Schamanski

Mrs. Victoria Schamanski

January 5, 2018

Schamanski, Victoria, January 5, 2018, Age 103, of Gibraltar. Beloved Wife of the late Leonard . Dear Mother of Charles (Joann). Dearest Grandmother of Rose (Matthew) Fauls. and survived by 5 great grandchildren Victoria, Abigail, Mildred, Michael and Autumn. Devoted Red Cross volunteer for 35 years at Riverside Hospital in Trenton. Memorial gathering Friday, January 12 , 12 pm...

Kenneth A. Kama

Kenneth A. Kama

January 4, 2018

Kenneth A. Kama; age 73, January 4, 2018 of Brownstown Township. Beloved husband of Judy. Loving dad of Kathy Burke, Karin (Rob) Moore, Kevin (Katie) and Keith (Jennifer). Dearest papa of Chelsea, Tyler, Brandon, Ashley, Hunter, Karlie, Courtney and Robbie. Dear son of Dorothy and the late Karol. Mr. Kama worked as a welder for 33 years at Mclouth...

Norman J. Lapierre

Norman J. Lapierre

January 4, 2018

Norman was born on May 29, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan to Herminegilde and Albertine (nee: Villeneuve) and died on January 4, 2018 at the Mortenview Manor in Taylor at the age of 85; he was of Royal Oak. Beloved husband of the late Shirley. Dearest step-father of Carole (the late John) Slupek, Shirleen Moore and Clifford Moore. Cherished grandfather...

William M. Gutekunst,  Jr.

William M. Gutekunst, Jr.

January 3, 2018

Gutekunst, William M., Jr., age 74, January 3, 2018 of Rockwood, Michigan. Beloved husband of Joan, Loving father of William, III (Lori) and Scott (Teresa). Also survived by his grandchildren Scotty, Brenden, Shelby and Sydnie; his sister Gloria (Doug) Traskos. There Will Not Be Any Visitation Or Services: The Ford Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 23620 N....

Bobbie Jean Wallace

Bobbie Jean Wallace

January 2, 2018

Wallace, Bobbie Jean. Age 81, of Gibraltar. January 2, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Richard Wallace. Loving mother of Toni and Tracy (Scott). Proud grandma of Nicole and Tyler. Memorial contributions may be made to the family for The Legacy of Life Foundation at the University of Louisville Hospital.

Charles M. Stallman

Charles M. Stallman

January 2, 2018

Born in Detroit, Charles was the son of Charles and Margaret (Roach) Stallman. He married the love of his life, Catherine McDiarmid, on November 6, 1965. Charles worked for over 34 years as Teacher and Counselor with Taylor Public Schools, retiring in 1997. He also owned and operated Island Gardens, growing and selling Perennials at the Ann Arbor Farm...

Rodger R. Rowley

Rodger R. Rowley

January 2, 2018

Rodger was born on November 30, 1927 in Menominee, Michigan and died at Season's Hospice on January 2, 2018 at the age of 90. He was of Lake, MI and formerly of Taylor. Beloved husband of Alice and the late Phyllis. Loving dad of Michael (Deborah), Karen (David) Katus, Doug (Sharon), Cathy Maher and Rodger P. (Cathy). Proud grandpa...

Margarett E. Martin

Margarett E. Martin

January 2, 2018

Martin, Margarett E. Age 70, of Howell. January 2, 2018. Beloved wife of William. Loving mother of Doug (Kim) Simpson. Dear sister of 6. Visitation Friday 3-9pm at The Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). Funeral service Friday 7pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project...

Mr. John H. Schmittou

Mr. John H. Schmittou

January 1, 2018

Schmittou, John H., age 70 of Trenton, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away January 1st, 2018. Loving husband of Patsy. Dear father of Karen (Charles) Long and Scott (Michelle) Schmittou. Proud Papa of Justin, Sydney, Amelia, and Violet. Beloved brother of Linda (Larry) Morgan and Dave (Caryn) Schmittou. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Barbara...

Michael David Scullen

Michael David Scullen

December 31, 2017

Born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Michael was the son of James and Joyce (Wentling) Scullen. He married the love of his life, Kimberley Kessler, on October 31, 2017. Michael had worked in the Construction Trades, as a Cook for various restaurants, but most recently for Bektrom Foods here in Monroe. He enjoyed time listening to music and was a...

Mr. Robert M. 'Bob' Shusteric

Mr. Robert M. 'Bob' Shusteric

December 31, 2017

Shusteric, Robert M. "Bob", age 75 of Riverview, passed away December 31, 2017. Loving husband of Ann. Dear father of Robert and Jason. Beloved brother of James (Mary Jane), Joseph (Linda), and Mark (Robin). Also survived by sister-in-law Pat (Joseph) Luciow, brother-in-law Steve (Michele) Soter, as well as many other loving family members and friends. He was preceded in...

Yvette Marie "Susie" Keller

Yvette Marie "Susie" Keller

December 31, 2017

Born in Dearborn, Yvette was the daughter of Anthony and Sandra (Tkach) Keller. A dedicated homemaker, Yvette also owned and operated Bee Sweet Antiques in downtown Monroe. She enjoyed working in her garden, loved her dogs and cats and had a passion for refinishing and restoring antiques, but her most cherished times were those spent with her daughter Emily....

Robert E. Viers

Robert E. Viers

December 31, 2017

Viers, Robert E., age 65, December 31, 2017 of Trenton, Michigan. Beloved father of Vanessa (Jonathane) Braasch. Devoted grandpa of Trent. Loving son of Shirley (Marvin) McKibben and the late Everett Jr. (the late Brenda) Viers. Brother of Gerald, Mark, Vincent (Grace), Brad (Holly) and Keenan Viers, Donald (Debbie) Grames, Sherry (Chuck) Cuykendall, Annette Patterson, Kimberly (Jim) Guy, Becky...

Tabatha "Tabby" Wells

Tabatha "Tabby" Wells

December 31, 2017

Tabatha Ann Wells. December 31, 2017. Age 28. Beloved daughter of Randy Wells. Loving sister of Robert, Thomas, Angel, and Larry. Cherished companion of Justin Pearson. Proud momma to her fur baby Kobe. Dear niece to her Aunt Nancy and Aunt Sandra and family. Also survived by many more family and friends. Tabby was well loved and will be...

Sandra J. Vassel

Sandra J. Vassel

December 31, 2017

Sandra was born on January 8, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan and died at Beaumont Hospital-Dearborn on December 31, 2017 at the age of 70; she was of Allen Park and formerly of Taylor. Beloved mom of Terri Clanton and the late Michial and his wife Debra Clanton. Cherished granny of Cheyenne, Destiny, Misty, Lacey, the late Brandon and the...