OBITUARIES
Our Obituaries
Nobuye 'Nobi' Zaran
April 21, 2017
Nobuye (Nobi) Zaran, age 90 of Wyandotte, Michigan passed away on Friday, April 20, 2017. Born on August 3, 1926 in Tacoma, Washington, she was the daughter of Kumataro and Asako (Ikegami) Suyama. Nobi worked for many years as a colorist for Powell Studio in Detroit, Michigan. She loved spending time with her family and friends, as well as,...
Clarence 'Jim' Teenor
April 21, 2017
Clarence "Jim" Teenor; age 79, April 21, 2017 of South Rockwood. Loving father of Nicole (Rob) Johnson, Theresa Teenor and the late James Teenor. Dearest grandfather of 6 and great-grandfather of 7. Donations in memory of Jim may be made to the donor's charity of choice. Click on the multimedia tab to view Clarence's video tribute.
Barbara Joan Suski
April 21, 2017
Suski, Barbara Joan; age 79, April 21, 2017 of Allen Park. Beloved wife of Marvin. Loving mother of Marvin (Sheila), Randal (Tachia), Frank, John and David (Jennifer). Dearest grandma of 9 and great-grandma of 2. Dear sister of Dennis (Linda) Sayyae, Michael (Ann Marie) Layden and the late William Sayyae. Donations in memory of Barbara may be made to...
Marian Ackerman
April 20, 2017
Ackerman, Marian. Age 78, of Detroit. April 20, 2017. Loving mother of Randy (Samantha) Freels, Francine (Gary) Simason, Juanita (Jerry) Greenfielder, Judy Freels and Ginger Freels (Teddy Shrader Sr.). Proud grandmother of Tony, Shawn, Brad, Lucas, Jeffery, Melissa, Virginia, Ginny, Amber, Rodney, Steven, Terry, Crystal, Mickel, Amanda, Jennifer, Joleane, Johnnie Jr., Diane, Tiffany, Thomas, Christopher, Amy, Kayla and Jerry....
Donald "Don" Ray Brunell
April 20, 2017
Twisted trails weeps today! The party has been moved to a higher location, as the ultimate son, brother, uncle and friend has passed away this day April 20, 2017 at the age of 58. He will be remembered for his unwavering determination in the face of physical difficulties and his unmatched kindness and love for others. Don was known...
Oden Nicholas Williams
April 20, 2017
Williams, Oden Nicholas (ODIE). Age 38, of Westland. April 20, 2017. Loving father of Leslie Williams. Beloved son of Wayne and Laurie Williams. Dearest brother of Inga Waldrep, Tara and Pat Williams. Proud Uncle of Abigail, Ann and Audrey Waldrep. Preceded in death by grandparents Wallace and Marie Williams, Clarence and Audrey Bosell. Oden was a Gift of Life...
Rosalie V. Gierada
April 19, 2017
Gierada, Rosalie V., age 74, April 19, 2017 of Detroit, MI. Beloved sister of Stanley (Cecelia) Gierada and Thomas (Cyndy) Gierada. Also survived by her nieces Suzanne Gierada, Sandy (Rob) Fulton, Pam DeYoung, Aowyn (Peter) Jones and Katie Gierada Cameron; her nephews David (Lorie) Gierada and Robert (Barbara) Gierada; many great nieces and nephews. A memorial service is being...
Rodney F. Julian
April 19, 2017
Rodney was born on February 11, 1952 and died at his home on April 19, 2017 at the age 65; he was of Brownstown Twp. Beloved husband of 10 years to June. Loving brother of Toni (John) Wieck. Dearest uncle of Jon (Stacey) Wieck and Brian Wieck. Also survived by his great niece Brittany (Richie) Grams as well as...
John P. Gloskey
April 18, 2017
Gloskey, John P. Age 92, of Brownstown. April 18, 2017. Beloved husband of Sophie for 63 years. Loving father of the late Deborah Gloskey, Michael (Ann) Gloskey, David Gloskey, Ralph Gloskey and Andrew (Kelly) Gloskey. Proud grandfather of Sarah, John, Michael, Daniel, Nicholas and Emily. Great grandfather of Violette.
Clarence E. Nieman, Jr.
April 18, 2017
Nieman Jr., Clarence E., age 91 of Trenton, formerly of River Rouge. Loving husband of the late Constance. Dearest father of the late Christine. Beloved uncle of Tim (Barbara) Black and Gregory (Sharon) Black. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. Clarence was a decorated war veteran who served in the U.S. Army in World War II. A...
Judith Ann Brannan
April 18, 2017
Born in Lincoln Park, Judith was the daughter of Joseph and Marianna (Ruger) Brannan. Judith leaves to cherish her memory her siblings: Ralph (Theresa) Brannan, Wayne (Diane) Brannan, Charles Brannan, Joseph (Linda) Brannan, James Brannan and Robert (Elaine) Brannan; as well as many nieces and nephews and her extended family at the Mortinview Group Home in Taylor. Sadly she...
William G. 'Billy' Wood
April 18, 2017
Born in Monroe, Billy was the son of George H. and Barbara A. (Gerber) Wood II. He attended Monroe High School and had worked for Wood Auto Sales as well as Taylor Cadillac of Toledo. Billy was a past member of Monroe Boat Club and a member of the Monroe Goodtime Cruisers car club. He enjoyed collecting motorcycles, mini...
Mr. Thomas M. Bommarito
April 17, 2017
Thomas M. Bommarito, Sr., age 94 of Southgate, passed away April 17th, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Anna. Loving father of Josephine (the late Michael) Tocco, the late Frances Gajewski, and the late Thomas Jr. (Sharon). Dearest grandfather of Deborah (Don) VanHemel, Lynn (Mark) Arturi, Michael (Dawn) Tocco, Annmarie (Tim) Opoka, Thomas III (Sarah) and Briana (Charlie) Saches....
Mr. William V. Petterle
April 17, 2017
Petterle, William V. April 17, Age 85, of Allen Park. Beloved Husband of Eva. Dear Father of Perry (Barb), Brian (Laura) and Tom (Susan). Also survived by his sister Nory Serapiglia, 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandson.
Janice Nadine Rinne
April 16, 2017
Rinne, Janice Nadine, age 77, April 16, 2017 of Trenton, MI. Beloved wife of Thomas. Loving mother of Kelly Rinne and Dana (Derrick) Allison. Devoted grandmother of Michael Leone and Sydney Allison. Also survived bey her siblings Brad (Fran) Hackney, Randy (Joanna) Hackney and Tommy (the late Betty) Hackney; many nieces and nephews who loved her.
Mark Edward Presson
April 16, 2017
Presson, Mark Edward. Age 50. April 16, 2017 of Woodhaven. Beloved Father of Kristen, Jacob and Jason. Proud Pops of Gavin, Liam and Jordyn. Dearest brother of Terry (Brenda), Rick (Linda), Dana (Joann), the late Steven and the late Janet Rose. Preceded in death by his parents James and Betty. Visitation Wednesday 2 – 9 pm at The Trenton...
Alexander J. Kubrak
April 16, 2017
Kubrak, Alexander J., age 73 of Allen Park. Loving husband of Agnes for 49 years. Beloved Dad of James (Kelli) Kubrak. Loving Grandpa of Conner and Mason. Dearest brother of Donald (Bernadette) Kubrak. Loving brother-in-law to Thomas McLenaghan and Rita McLenaghan. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Alexander taught at Southgate Anderson high school for 30 years and...
Leray Mayville
April 15, 2017
Leray was born on Grosse Ile. She is survived by a sister Elsie; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Billy Ray Wylie
April 15, 2017
Wylie, Billy Ray. Age 45 of Taylor, formerly of Riverview. April 15, 2017. Loving father of Ryan (Lissa) Frost and Steven (Taylor) Frost and their mother Tracy Frost and Kyle Pruneau and his mother the late Rochelle Karshnock. Beloved son of Marion (Lester) Shier and the late Ray William Wylie. Dear brother of Barbara Wylie. Proud uncle of Nathan,...
Emely Lu Lange
April 14, 2017
Emely Lu Lange; age 92, April 14, 2017 formerly of Allen Park and Trenton. Beloved wife of Robert. Loving mother of David (Lynn) and Janet (Lloyd) Jones. Dearest grandma of Stacey, Grace, Ellyn, Joey, Pen Jones, Paget Jones and Philip (Callie) Jones. Dear great-grandma of Oakley Jones.