OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Floyd D. Macneil

Floyd D. Macneil

February 8, 2018

Floyd Dennis MacNeil of Taylor was born on September 10, 1945 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away peacefully at home on February 8, 2018 with several loved ones present after several long illnesses and surgeries; he was 72 years old. Floyd is survived by his daughter, Tawnya Dysarz, his grandson Elijah Dysarz, his sister Linda Sisk, many nieces, nephews...

Randall John Rapai

Randall John Rapai

February 8, 2018

Born in South Rockwood, Randy was the son of John and Marcella (Gaynier) Rapai. After receiving his high school diploma and Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting at the University of Michigan, Randy worked as an accountant for Ford Motor Company for over 33 years, retiring in 2007. He was then hired back as a consultant for Ford for...

Mr. Steven James Zyskowski

Mr. Steven James Zyskowski

February 7, 2018

Steven James Zyskowski "Ski", age 58 of Detroit and Milford, passed away February 7th, 2018. Loving father of Katie, Kristy, Allison, Ashley (Chris) Johnson, Amber, and Natalie. Proud grandfather of Marty III, Jordan, Chelsey, Landon, Jerremy, Chris III, Ava, Cameron, and Victoria. Also survived by his ex wife Susan, father Edwin, and siblings Lori Demarest, David, Terri, Sharon Earhart,...

Antonio Vega

Antonio Vega

February 7, 2018

Vega, Antonio. Age 76, of Detroit. February 7, 2018. Beloved husband of Maria-Luisa Sanchez De-Vega for 55 years. Loving father of Maria Eva Vega, Antonio Vega, Yolanda Vega, David Vega, Rosalinda Vega and Alfredo Vega. Proud Papa Tono of Javier Araiza, Marcoantonio Araiza, Cindy Andrade-Vega, Antonio Vega, Guadalupe Araiza, Martin Vega, Xitlalitl Andrade-Vega, Alexis Calzada, Mansol Araiza, David Vega,...

Helen T. Ligeski

Helen T. Ligeski

February 7, 2018

Helen T. Ligeski, age 97. July 19, 1920-February 7, 2018. Beloved wife of Stanley for 62 years. Loving mother to Claire, Peter, Richard, TJ, and Monica (Dale). Proud grandma to 10, great-grandma to 12, and great-great grandma to 13 (soon to be 14). Also survived by her sister Virginia. Helen loved to crochet and she loved polish music; she...

"Beautiful" Betty V Blazok

"Beautiful" Betty V Blazok

February 6, 2018

Age 88, of Grosse Ile Township, February 6, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Leo C. Blazok. Preceded in death by her parents Carl and Delcie Buckholz. As a former teacher and high school counselor, Betty was passionate about education and touched the lives of many children. Her talents included music, singing and sewing. Betty was always willing to...

Samuel 'Del' Galofaro

Samuel 'Del' Galofaro

February 6, 2018

Galofaro, Samuel "Del". Age 84, of Trenton. February 6, 2018. Beloved husband of Barbara for 63 years. Loving father of Gale (James) Nagy, Gary Galofaro, Carol Galofaro, Jim Galofaro and Larry Galofaro. Proud grandpa of Anthony, Jacqueline, Shannon, Sam and Stephanie. Great grandpa of Emily, Evan, Ethan, Eli, Asher, Mackenzie, Makayla and Michael. Dear brother of Philip (Vickie) Galofaro....

Joan Ruth Cowie

Joan Ruth Cowie

February 6, 2018

Joan Ruth Cowie. February 6, 2018; age 91. Beloved wife of the late Alexander for 57 years. Loving mother of Alex Jr. (Diane), Robert (Denise), Cheryl (Paul) Zell, and the late Suzie Anteau (Gary). Proud grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 14. Also survived by her brother Bob Gassman. A memorial service will be held for Joan Saturday February...

Marlene G. Dzwik

Marlene G. Dzwik

February 3, 2018

Marlene was born on November 15, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan and died at her home in Rockwood on February 3, 2018 at the age of 81. Beloved mom of Sharon Westmoreland, Gary, Jeanne (Craig) Reifsnider, Richard and the late Robert. Proud grandmother of Robert, Daniel, Amy, Christopher (Ashley) and Nicholas and great grandmother of Kacey, Dominic, Sophia, Gabriel, Averie...

Aniela "Nell" Kaczynski

Aniela "Nell" Kaczynski

February 3, 2018

Aniela "Nell" Kaczynski; age 96, February 3, 2018 of Allen Park. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Christine (Bill) Fritz. Dearest grandmother of Vicki (David) Splaine, the late Tommy Duncan, William (Tera) Fritz and great-grandmother of Julia (Vik Mukherjee) Splaine and Maria Splaine. Also survived by other loving family members and friends. In lieu of flowers...

Vicki Lynn Kowalski

Vicki Lynn Kowalski

February 3, 2018

Vicki Lynn Kowalski, age 61 of Oxford, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, February 3, 2018 under the care of her loving family and McLaren Hospice. Born March 8, 1956 at Moody Air Base in Valdosta, GA, Vicki was the daughter of John and Gloria (Sahr) Hawkins. Sadly, she was preceded in death by her parents. A...

Helen Louise Coffee

Helen Louise Coffee

February 2, 2018

Beloved wife of Clifford; dearest mother of Robert (Eleana) Coffee, Charlotte (Steven) Gronda, Leah (Howard "Bud") Ray, David (Sharon) Coffee, Maryann (Herbert) Hummer, Sarah (Daniel) Ross, Michael, (Rebekkah) Coffee and Richard Coffee; loving grandmother of 41 and great grandmother of 31. Also leaves a sister Betty (Bill) Hitchcock. Sadly she was preceded in death by two grandchildren: Christa Coffee...

Larry W. Bezeau

Larry W. Bezeau

February 1, 2018

Larry W. Bezeau, age 71, of Monroe, MI, was surrounded by family as he passed away at 6:03 am on Thursday, February 1, 2018 at Promedica Monroe Hospital. Larry was born in Monroe, MI on December 13, 1946 and was preceded in death by his parents, William and Bette (Loveland) Bezeau. He graduated from Monroe High School in 1965...

Robert J. Swearingen

Robert J. Swearingen

February 1, 2018

Robert was a great family man and loving father. He married Jacqueline in 1982 and the couple had two children together, son Kyle and daughter Lindsey, with one granddaughter Emma Swearingen. He was the youngest of 5 siblings, Chuck, Sharon, Tom, and Les. As hectic as life can be, Robert always put family first. Robert's passion for hockey began...

Donald J. Bezeau

Donald J. Bezeau

February 1, 2018

Donald J. Bezeau, age 91 of Monroe, passed away peacefully at Medilodge of Monroe. Donald was born December 22, 1926 in Monroe, MI to William and Leona (Lazette) Bezeau. He married Dorothy Mahn at Fort McClellan in Anniston, Alabama on June 23, 1945. Donald worked for 34 years as a machinist at Teledyne, formerly Continental Aviation, retiring in 1984....

Mr. Frederick J. Mulvin

Mr. Frederick J. Mulvin

January 31, 2018

Frederick Mulvin was born on December 13, 1946 and passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. Mr. Mulvin was a resident of Brownstown, Michigan. Beloved husband of Rosemary. Dearest father to James (Jennifer), Michael (Angela) and Joseph (Stephanie). 8 Loving Grandchildren - Jacob (Alyssa), Brittany, Breanna, Noah, Bella, Savannah, Kaylee and McKenzie. Brother of Patricia, Mary Cameron, William, Howard,...

Rev. James E. Daniels

Rev. James E. Daniels

January 31, 2018

Daniels, James E. Rev. Age 84, of Trenton. January 31, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Barbara for 66 years. Loving father of James M. (Judith) Daniels, Beverly S. (the late Marvin) Morgan, Belinda L. (Randy) Cather, Vonita J. (Danny) Wyatt and Rheba J. (Nicholas) Thomeczek. Proud pa of Kristy (David), Tylena, Sean (Samantha), Stacy (Chase), Rachel (Sean), Dennis,...

Norbert L. Bochenek

Norbert L. Bochenek

January 31, 2018

Bochenek, Norbert L. Age 88. January 31, 2018 of Livonia. Beloved husband of the late Marilynn. Loving father of Greg (Kathy) Plymale. Dearest grandpa of Dian (Adam) Acord and Jeff (Toni) Plymale and great grandpa to Alyssa, Brent, Grace and Faith. Also survived by one brother Roman (Loretta) and one sister Stella. Visitation is on Monday from 1 pm...

Mrs. Fides E. Simms

Mrs. Fides E. Simms

January 30, 2018

Simms, Fides E. January 30, Age of 86, of Allen Park. Beloved Wife of the late Jimmy. Dear Sister of Reno and Aldo Truant. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. There are no services scheduled at this time.

Ramiro Ureste

Ramiro Ureste

January 30, 2018

Ramiro Ureste; age 77, January 30, 2018 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of Delores for 53 years. Loving father of Monica, Dawn and Jason. Dearest grandfather of Zachary Riojas. Dear brother of Vicki (Manuel) Fernandez, Rudy (Edna) and Mary (Walter) Wordell. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family...