OBITUARIES

November 12, 2016

Pearl grew up in Newport and Monroe, Michigan, and was the daughter of Albert and Louise Barron of Newport. She was married to the late Woodrow Wilson Smith and is survived by their daughters: Donna Bashaw, Ruthann Shanteau (Clem) Fuentes, Sandra (Norm) Ortolan and Ann Marie Roussin; also numerous nieces and nephews. She has 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and...

November 11, 2016

Dr. Jerry Mitchell; age 85, November 11, 2016, formerly of Trenton. Beloved husband of Jean. Loving dad of Bill (Vicky), Bob (Anna-Marie) and the late Tom. Dearest grandpa of Kim, Andy and Brent. Dear brother of Carol (Mike) McMahon and the late Dr. Roy Mitchell. Also survived by other loving family members and friends. Donations in memory of Jerry...

November 11, 2016

Lehner, George R of Grosse Ile, MI and formerly of Norwalk, WI was born on December 19, 1937 in Hustler, WI and died on November 11, 2016 at Applewood Nursing Center in Woodhaven; he was 79 years old. Beloved husband of Teresa. Loving dad of Daniel (Lisa). Proud grandpa of Kristin (Justin) and Kateland and great grandpa of Alayna....

November 10, 2016

Born in Detroit, Jerome was the son of William and Marguerite (Meyer) Olleges. He married the love of his life, Nancy Tonkin, on February 29, 1968 in Gibraltar. A veteran of the United States Army, having served overseas in Korea, Gus worked for over 30 years at Detroit Stoker Company, retiring in 1992. He was a life member of...

November 9, 2016

Donald Ray Goines, age 72 of Taylor, formerly of Detroit, passed away November 9, 2016. Loving husband of the late Arretta Sue. Dear father of Rebecca Goines and Rita (Jerry) Goines-McClain. Proud grandfather of Arretta, Christopher, Grace, and Hope. Great grandfather of Ma'Kai and LeiLani. Also survived by brother Charles (Susan), sisters Linda (Rick) Stewart, Mildred Glover, Alice (Eugene)...

November 9, 2016

Coffee, Samuel ;age 82, November 9, 2016 formerly of New Boston. Beloved husband of Ann. Loving father of Bob (Joyce), Michelle (Richard) Yeramian, Stephen (Jill), Gary (Kristi) and Brian (Julia). Dearest grandfather of 10 and great-grandfather of 1. Donations in memory of Sam may be made to the donor's charity of choice. Click on the multimedia tab to view...

November 8, 2016

Al Rinna; age 60, November 8, 2016 of Flat Rock. Beloved husband of Sherrie. Loving father of A.J. (Stefanie), Rachel (Derek) Patton and Frank (Tosha). Dearest papa of Frankie, Alivia, Aiden, Caleb, Ellieana and Elijah. Cherished son of Marianne and the late Alfred. Dear brother of Tommy (Midge), Frances, Lena (Rick) Nelson, Marianne (Lee) Huston, Rocky (LouAnn), Tony (Geri),...

November 8, 2016

Donald Eveard Hartwell passed away peacefully at home on November 8, 2016 several weeks after his 97th birthday. He was born on September 27, 1919 to Eveard and Della Hartwell and grew up in Detroit graduating from Northwestern High School where he met his life-long sweetheart, Mildred. After marrying, Donald took his bride to New York where he was...

November 8, 2016

Joseph F. Rostkowski ; age 51, November 8, 2016 of Brownstown Twp. Beloved husband of Susan. Loving dad of Benjamin and Jasmine. Dearest son of Bernice and the late Joseph T. Rostkowski. Dear brother of Michael, Marc, Debbie (Mark) Sullivan and Judy (Paul) Checcobelli. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends. Donations in memory...

November 6, 2016

Roels, Maxine Mary., age 81, November 6, 2016 of Riverview, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Roger Sr. Loving mother of Debbie (Denise Saint-Arnault) Roels, Florence (Dennis) Lienhardt, Darlene (Jerry) Bivins and Roger (Dawn) Roels Jr. Also survived by her grandchildren Alicia, Dennis Jr., Melissa (Joe), Roger III, Chelsea, Stacey, Brenden and Ashley; her sister-in-law Barbara Kennedy, She was...

November 5, 2016

Baier, Kimberly Sue., age 49, November 5, 2016 of Wyandotte, Michigan. Beloved wife of Joe. Loving mother of John and Emily. Also survived by her siblings Tom (Debbie) Senters and Mickey Senters. Contributions in memory of Kim's life may be made to the charity of your choice. Click on the multimedia tab to view Kimberly's video tribute.

November 5, 2016

Born in Westland, Jennie was the daughter of Herbert "Frank" and Annette (Marsh) Honey. A dedicated homemaker Jennie's primary focus in life was her family, especially her children and grandchildren. Jennie leaves to cherish her memory her children: Billy Collins III of Westland (his fiancé' Rosalie Estrada) and Morgan Collins of East Lansing; a grandson Billy Collins IV; siblings:...

November 5, 2016

Born May 5, 1989 Steven was the son of John and Sheryl (Pillarelli) Doty Sr. A 2007 graduate of Monroe High School he enjoyed working in Musicals and Drama Club Plays with director Sue Sacks. He also helped his parents with All Around Sounds DJ Music Service. Steven received many awards performing in Jazz, Concert and Marching Band. Steven...

November 4, 2016

Lynne Gonyea Cooper, age 66 formerly of Grosse Ile and Rockwood, passed away November 4, 2016. Loving wife of Everett "Sonny". Dear mother of Holly (Brian) McNeal and Noelle (Tommy Wilson) Cooper. Proud grandmother of Nina and Austin Cooper, Peyton and Justice McNeal. Also survived by her siblings Donna (Mike) Soule, Nancy (Bob) Nagle, Bruce (Pat) Gonyea, Bonnie Jones,...

November 3, 2016

Pethtel, Evelyn R., age 99 of Brownstown, passed away November 03, 2016. Beloved wife to the late Glenn. Loving mother to Paul(Bridget), Judy(Harold), and the late Gary(the late Donna). Caring Granny to Mark(Tine), John(Sara), the late Aimee, Matthew, Paula, Jamie(Angie), Angie(Mike), David, Chris, Jeremy(Patti), Holly(John), and Eddie. Dear great Granny to Andrew, Kristen(Colin), Bridgette, Bernadette, Shay, Noah, Brendan, Brianna,...

November 3, 2016

Mehlhose, Dale A., Sr., age 82, November 3, 2016 of Allen Park, MI. Beloved husband of Marjorie. Loving father of Stacey Mehlhose and Dale (Lisa) Mehlhose. Devoted grandfather of J.D. and Blake. Also survived by his sisters JoAnn Blair and Linea Churchill.

November 2, 2016

Anderson, Jim. Age 70. November 2, 2016 of Riverview. Beloved husband of the late Karen. Loving dad of Scott (Sarah) and Marisa (Denny) Faith. Proud and loving grandpa of Ryan. Dearest brother of Joan (the late Eugene) Heiman, the late Marian (the late Donovan) Osterlie and the late John and his wife Arlene Anderson. Also survived by his companion...

November 1, 2016

Rosary--Friday Evening: The Allen Park Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 10915 Allen Rd, Allen Park, MI 48101-1141

October 31, 2016

October 31, 2016

Born in Newton Falls, Ohio, Mary was the daughter of Michael and Bertha (Chopko) Cherney. She married the love of her life, Hubert Steffes, on September 29, 1951 at St. Joseph Catholic Church here in Monroe. Sadly he preceded her in death February 26, 1999. A dedicated homemaker she enjoyed gardening and sewing. She was a faithful member of...