OBITUARIES
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Lorraine L. Lezotte
July 28, 2017
Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Lorraine was the daughter of David and Evelyn (Wolfe) Foerster. She married the love of her life, Arthur J. Lezotte on September 10, 1957. A dedicated homemaker Lorraine also worked as a School Aide for Carlson Schools, she volunteered as a Cub Scout Den Mother and was active with her children's sports activities while they...
James B. Kondziela
July 28, 2017
James B. Kondziela (Jim K.), age 71, July 28, 2017 of Taylor. Beloved husband of Theresa for 37 years. Proud dad of Kristine, Kelly Morse, Kimberly (Richard) White and Tricia (Justin) Ebright. Awesome papa of Ryan, Alexander, Conner, Brendan, Skailar and Zennah. Dear brother of Jean (Brooke) Batta, Janet Kondziela-Bowman and the late Thomas. Also survived by many nieces,...
Daniel Leidholdt
July 27, 2017
Daniel was born on May 7, 1927 in Dayton, Ohio and died on July 27, 2017 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 90; he was of Allen Park. Beloved husband of the late Claire. Loving father of Jillian (Andy) Shimko and Bruce (Myra) Leidholdt. Proud papa of Alexandra Shimko and Nicholas Shimko. Dearest brother of Rosemary...
Rebecca Lynn Henderson
July 27, 2017
Henderson, Rebecca Lynn, age 37 of Downriver, MI. Went home to be with the lord on July 27, 2017. Beloved mother of Dakota Henderson. Loving sister of William Henderson III, and Christine Nettles. Dearest daughter of the late William (Sandra) Henderson.
Deanna J. Capen
July 27, 2017
Deanna J. Capen; age 71, July 27,2017 of Melvindale. Loving mother of Kurtis (Debbie) Primm, Kevin (Bridgette) Primm and Kimberly (Erik) Dunnett. Dearest grandmother of Arthur, Kristopher, Rebecca, Samantha, Brandon, Alaura, Angela and John. Dear sister of Jerry (Ann) Keiser, Chuck (Wanda) Keiser and Denny (Evy) Keiser. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends....
Bertha V. Strimpel
July 26, 2017
Bertha was born on October 2, 1922 in Monroe, Michigan and died at the age of 94 on July 26, 2017 at Wellspring Lutheran Home in Monroe; she was of Woodhaven. Beloved wife of the late Robert Strimpel and the late Albert Bromund. Loving mother of Nancy (Ralph) Kurtz, Alberta (Jerry) Strimpel, Robert (Marge) Strimpel, Rosemary Roseland, Nancy Hoffman...
Katherine M. Mohammed
July 24, 2017
Katherine M. Mohammed; age 68, July 24, 2017 formerly of Trenton. Beloved wife of Richard for 49 years. Loving mother of Jennifer, the late Brad (the late Nicole) and the late Kevin. Dearest grandmother of Jacob, Bradley and Victoria Nemeth. Dear sister of Sharlotte Crook, Peggy (Tom) Anderson, Kenny (Emily) Ratledge and Glen Ratledge. Also survived by many nieces,...
Robert Bruce Miller
July 24, 2017
Robert Bruce was born on July 14, 1970 in Trenton, Michigan and died on July 24, 2017 at his home in Southgate at the age of 47. Beloved son of Garland and the late Robyn. Cherished brother of Wendy (Eugene) DeAngelis and Michael. Dearest uncle of Chelsea, Justin and Michael. Also survived by other loving family and friends. Memorial...
Andy Sassak
July 23, 2017
Andy was born on September 2, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan and died on July 23, 2017 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit at the age of 81; he was of Woodhaven. Beloved husband of 54 years to Mary. Loving dad of Stephen, Tim and Brian. Proud grandfather of Kevin and Kayla and great grandfather of Kyle and Kaylie. Also...
Gloria Anne Krantz
July 23, 2017
Born in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, Gloria was the daughter of Thomas and Marie (Kappert) Tuttle. She married the love of her life, Tony Krantz, in April of 1944. Sadly he preceded her in death in 1993. A devoted homemaker, Gloria worked in Retail Management for many years, having worked at Topps, Spartan's Grocery Store, as well as Boron and Mobile...
Teresa M. Waldroup
July 22, 2017
Teresa was born on September 24, 1967 in Westland, Michigan and died on July 22, 2017 at Beaumont Hospital Taylor at the age of 49; she was of Taylor. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Cherished mom of Robert, Stephen (Christan), Amber, Ashley and Fred "Bubba". Proud grandma of Maria, Adrianna and Stephen, Jr. Dearest daughter of Robert 9Jennie)...
Frank Smith
July 22, 2017
Frank Earl Smith, age 85, of Trenton, peacefully passed away at home Saturday, July 22, 2017 surrounded by his family. Survived by his loving wife of 60 ½ years Shirley, his 3 children, Kathy, Rob (Jill) and Bill (Tina). 8 grandchildren; Jenni (Ryan), Amy (Dennis), Brad, Brett, Justin, Chris, Jon, Jacob and one great grandchild, Colton and his sister...
William 'Bill' Riley
July 21, 2017
Born in Detroit, Bill was the son of Clell and Nina (Castor) Riley. He married the love of his life, Jean Perrin, in 1954. Bill worked as an Engineer for Ford Motor Company for over 42 year, retiring in 1994. An avid Cyclist, Bill was known for riding his bike to work for many years, regardless of the weather....
Steven J. Price
July 21, 2017
Price, Steven, age 24, July 21, 2017 of Trenton. Beloved son of Gary and Andrea. Loving brother of Gary. Dearest uncle of Madison. Visitation, Friday 2-9 PM with scripture service and a time of sharing, Friday 6 PM at the Trenton Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd. Steven will lie in state at St....
Brian Walker Benson
July 21, 2017
Brian John Walker Benson Born January 27, 1948 at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI, the son of the late Earl Eugene (Mike) Benson, and Mary Margaret Walker McCarthy. Passed away July 21, 2017, age 69. Attended Barbour Hall Junior Military Academy Kalamazoo, MI.graduating Eighth Grade Spring 1963. Grosse Ile High School, graduating Spring 1967. He attended Montcalm CC. Brian...
Darrell D. Loger
July 21, 2017
Darrell D. Loger; age 69, July 21, 2017 of Newport, formerly of Trenton. Beloved husband of Gale. Loving dad of Jeff (Tracy) and Jason (Lisa). Dearest papa of Katie, Emma, Abigail, Natalie and Ella. Dear friend of Dennis (Claudia) Gilpatrick and the late Bob (Chuckie) Adams. Godfather of Chase McLane. Brother of Dennis Loger, Dawn Loger and Shawn Langley....
Kenneth R. Crayne, Sr.
July 21, 2017
Crayne, Kenneth R., Sr., age 68, July 21, 2017 of Brownstown Twp., MI. Beloved husband of Diana. Loving father of Michelle (Don) Antio, Ken Crayne, Jr., Sarah (Matt) Franks and Brandon Crayne. Also survived by his grandchildren Tiffany, Tyler, Alexa, Dylan, Alyssa, Brianna & Rylyn a great granddaughter Noelle; his siblings Chuck (Maxine) Crayne and Gail Crayne. contributions in...
Thomas J. Podgajski
July 20, 2017
Thomas J. Podgajski; age 77, July 20, 2017 of Grosse Ile. Beloved husband of Judy (nee Bak) for 56 years. Loving dad of Lynn (Frank) Uveges, Michael and the late Patricia Freeman. Dearest grandpa of 8. Dear brother of Robert Phillips. Tom was a retired Grosse Ile Fire Marshall and a successful business man. Donations in memory of Tom...
Charles 'Charlie' Frost
July 20, 2017
Charles "Charlie" Frost of Gibraltar; passed away peacefully to be with his late wife Doris Joyce Frost on July 20, 2017. Charlie was born on November 9, 1926 (one of five children) to Wilfred and Lillian Frost. He was raised in Peoria, Illinois and at age 18 he joined the merchant marines as an Oiler and then served as...
Gary Robert Cozad
July 20, 2017
Born in Wyandotte, Gary was the son of Charles and Ethel (Bagans) Cozad. A 1961 Graduate of Trenton High School, he faithfully served his country in the United States Navy. Gary was a Self Employed House Painter and had worked maintenance at his church, St. John United Church of Christ, in Wyandotte. Gary leaves to cherish his memory his...
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