OBITUARIES

February 9, 2017

Patricia Anne "Patti" Hovorka (August 6, 1931 – February 9, 2017) Patti was born to Raymond and Irene Courtney in Youngstown, Ohio. As an only child, she always wished for a big family. She leaves behind just that: Five children: Jan (Cliff), Jim (Laura), Bob (Conni), Tom (Sheryl), and Kathleen (Craig); two step-children: Nancy (Mike), and Linda; 19 grandchildren;...

February 9, 2017

Wesley, Ann E. nee: Jefferys. Age 83, of Grosse Ile. February 9, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Bill Wesley. Loving mother of Kathleen (Jeff) Kline, Craig (Stephanie) Wesley, Claire (Chris) Lewis and Jeff (Stephanie) Wesley. Proud grandmother of Jonathan (Jen), Patrick (Caitlin), Emily, Brynna, Jenna, Keira, Josie and Cece. Great grandmother of Kennedy and Landon. Dear sister of...

February 8, 2017

Leighton, Robert, age 45 of Dearborn passed away peacefully on February 8th, 2017. Robert was a loving husband to his wife Jennifer, father to Nevada, Robert, Kallie, Summer, Ryan and Ava, son to Robert (Lisa) Leighton, Debbie (David) Roe. He also leaves behind his brothers Brian (Amy) Leighton, James (Deanna) Leighton and his sister Barbara (Josh) Dunkin and many...

February 8, 2017

Thomas-Kwasniewski, Dawn L. Age 56 of Riverview, Florida, formerly of Taylor, Michigan. February 8, 2017. Loving mother of Bradley (Elizabeth) Ballard. Proud grandmother of Benjamin and Henry. Beloved daughter of Bob and Judy Kwasniewski. Dearest sister of Jeffrey (Ava) Kwasniewski. Loving aunt of Cody, Shelby and Emma. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ The King Lutheran Church, 15600...

February 7, 2017

Born in Monroe, Christine was the daughter of Kenneth and Wilma (Miller) Dusseau. A dedicated homemaker Christine was a devout Christian. She enjoyed working in her flower garden, traveling, collecting knickknacks and antiques; reading; and feeding the birds and squirrels in her yard. Christine also very much enjoyed talking to others and sharing her life experiences, but her favorite...

February 7, 2017

Duclo, Lloyd H., age 73, February 7, 2017 of Southgate, Michigan. Bleoved father of Elizabeth Parent, Lisa Barrera and Lori Cook. Also survived by his grandchildren Alexis, Emily, DJ "Duke", Cody, Isabelle, Elena, Joshua, Billy, Nicole and Tammy; his sister Kathleen Baughman.

February 6, 2017

Warren Bielby, age 72, of Woodhaven died of natural causes on Tuesday, February 6 at Beaumont Hospital, Taylor. Warren was born on January 21, 1945 to Charles and Bretta Marie (Holzheuer) Bielby. In 1967 he married Judith Fick of Midland. They relocated to Downriver when Warren began working in the auto industry. Warren enjoyed both playing and coaching volleyball...

February 6, 2017

Anna Beth was born on August 17, 1941 and died on February 6, 2017 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 75; she was of Southgate. Beloved mom of Pamela (Eric) Samu, Clifford (Heather), Richard (Shannon) and Glenn (Cari). Proud grandma of Erika, Emily, Alexandra, Dion, Lillian, Madysen, Cameron, Liam, Kassidy, Samantha and Donovan. Dearest sister of...

February 4, 2017

Miller, Coleen S., age 73, February 4, 2017 of Woodhaven, Michigan. Beloved wife of Larry. Loving mother of Jerry (Sue) Miller, Julie (Joel) Hornick, Debbi (Steve) Flickema and David (Cheryl) Miller. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 3 siblings.

February 4, 2017

Laskosky, Vicky Lynn. Age 61, of Taylor. February 4, 2017. Loving mother of Jeremy (Jennifer) Hatfield, Xenia Shupe, Christopher Shupe and Ashley Shupe. Proud grandmother of 8. Dear sister of Cindy, Cliff (Peggy), Jeff (Elaine), Lona (Mike) and Jackie. Preceded in death by parents Roy and Dolores Laskosky and brothers Marty and Rich Laskosky. Memorial contributions may be made...

February 3, 2017

Born in Detroit, Luke was the son of Johann and Winifred (Coon) Drotar. He married the love of his life, Bonnie Brown, August 3, 1968. Sadly she preceded him in death October 26, 1999. He had worked at Ford Motor Company as a Skilled Tradesman and Welder/Repairman for over 46 years, retiring in 2016. Luke served in the Navy...

February 3, 2017

February 2, 2017

Born in Detroit, James was the son of Joseph and Ivy (Holland) Dempsey. He worked for many years for Charles Oehring Well Drilling, retiring in 1999. James was a member of the Estral Beach Fire Department. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and looking for mushrooms. James also enjoyed shooting pool and playing Euchre. James leaves to cherish his...

February 1, 2017

Ashley Marie was born on January 18, 1992 in Detroit, Michigan and died on January 31, 2017 at the age of 25; she was of Lincoln Park. Beloved daughter of Jeffrey and Toni. Dearest sister of Heather, Gabrielle, Tiffany and to Hannah Meade . Cherished granddaughter of Jerry. Also survived by her aunt Tracey as well as other family...

February 1, 2017

Boggess, Lela Annette, age 74 of Trenton, passed away February 1, 2017. Loving wife of the late Gary. Dear mother of Craig (Denise) Moon and Melissa (Sean) Louwers. Proud grandmother of Autumn (Chad) Denny, Jake Moon, Madison and Morgan Louwers. Great grandmother of Jaxson Denny. Visitation will take place on Saturday from 3pm until time of Funeral Service 5pm,...

February 1, 2017

Born in Niles, Ohio, Lois was the daughter of Alexander and Margaret (Hedley) Nelson. Dearest wife of the late Gus. Loving mom of Sheila Neuman and Lorraine Neuman (Dave Morley). Also survived by her nieces, nephews, other loving family and friends. Sadly she was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers and three sisters. Lois was an avid...

February 1, 2017

Donaldson, Norman James, age 84 of Grosse Ile, passed away February 1st, 2017. Loving husband of Betty. Dear father of Stephen (Traci), Gordon (Noelle), Amelia, and the late Jane Donaldson. Proud grandfather of Lauren, Alexander, Zachariah, Levi, and Ava. Also survived by his sister Lillian Bergren. Click on the multimedia tab to view Norman's video tribute.

January 31, 2017

Moody, Dolores T. "Dolly", age 89, January 31, 2017 of Brownstown Twp., Michigan. Beloved wife of the late George Moody. Loving mother of Thomas (Karen) Moody and Karen (Ron Erbisch) Gniewek. Also survived by her grandchildren Ryan (Laura) Gatny, Samantha (Jason Carpenter) Gatny and Brittany Gniewek; and her great grandchildren Milanija and Natalija Gatny. Sister of Evelyn (the late...

January 31, 2017

Born in Detroit, Michael was the son of Charles and Joyce (Rardin) Asam. He was as Truck Driver for many years before his retirement. Michael leaves to cherish his memory his children: Loren (Derek) Fulner of Monroe and David Asam of Monroe; his mother Joyce Asam of Monroe; five grandchildren: Allisun Fulner, Tyler Fulner, Mason Fulner, Kyleigh Dionne and...

January 30, 2017

Lipchik, Dolores Marian. Age 83, of Lincoln Park. January 30, 2017. Beloved wife of Frank for 62 years. Loving mother of Leslie (Lawrence) Tarnacki and Eileen (John) Reich. Proud grandma of Anne (Don), Stephen, Jacqueline and Beth. Great grandmother of Josephine, Sadie, Haydn and Willow. Dear sister of LeRoy (Sue) Bartman. Preceded in death by sister Clara McKamey. Memorial...