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Daniel E. Riley
August 7, 2016
Born in Dearborn, Daniel was the son of Ellis and Patricia (Brubaker) Riley. Daniel worked as a Custodian at Flat Rock High School and as a Security Guard. He enjoyed Bowling, doing Word Search Puzzles and Instant Lottery Tickets, as well as a good cup of coffee and a donut. Daniel leaves to cherish his memory his siblings: Pamela...
Denise M. Allen
August 7, 2016
Born in Detroit, Denise was the daughter of James and Verna (Sullivan) Thompson. She married Dennis E. Allen in 1974. Sadly he preceded her in death May 5, 2011. A dedicated homemaker, Denise's greatest joy in life was being a grandmother to her grandkids. Denise leaves to cherish her memory her children: Dennis Allen Jr. of Maybee and Deanna...
Ted E. Wild
August 6, 2016
Ted E. Wild; age 77, August 6, 2016 of Riverview. Beloved husband of Beverly. Loving dad of Marsha (Jason) Lind. Dearest Pa of Ryan and Zak Lind. Dear brother of Robert and son-in-law of Martha Denis. Donations in memory of Ted may be made to the donor's charity of choice. Click on the multimedia tab to view Ted's video...
Edward "Lee" Daniels
August 5, 2016
Lee was born on December 17, 1971 in Detroit, Michigan and died on August 5, 2016 in Taylor. Beloved father of Darius and the late Cedric. Cherished son of Heidi Smith and Grandson of Gisela Gottschlich. Loving brother of Markus Adam, Heidi (Richard) Genson and Anthony (Sarah) Daniels. Dearest uncle of Anthony Jr., Angel and Richard III. Also survived...
Jeffrey Leitz
August 5, 2016
Jeffrey Leitz ;age 38, August 5, 2016 formerly of Grosse Ile. Loving son of Greg and the late Patricia. Dearest brother of Jenny (Brian) and Karl. Dear grandson of Bev. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Donations in memory of Jeff may be made to the donor's charity of choice. Click on the...
Mr. John 'Corky' Hancock
August 5, 2016
Hancock, John "Corky". August 5, 2016, age 73, of S. Rockwood. Beloved Husband and Best Friend to Catherine. Dear Son of the late John and Frances. Dearest Brother to the late Patrick. Survived by his cousin Bob (Cindy) Joly and many nieces and nephews. Corky was also an honorary member of the Teifer family. Visitation Sunday 5-8pm and Monday...
David S. Schneider
August 4, 2016
Schneider, David S. Age 50, of Taylor. August 4, 2016. Beloved dad of Brittney Schneider and Daniel Schneider. Dearest brother of the late Michael Schneider, Doug (Edie) Schneider, John Schneider and Ricky Schneider. Loving son of Doug Finan and the late Beverly Finan. Proud grandpa of Dom'Nik Nino and Lailana Nino. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity...
Julia Gatti
August 4, 2016
Gatti, Julia. Age 84. August 4, 2016 of Southgate. Beloved wife of the late Giovanni. Loving mother of Carolyn (Paul) Stoney, the late Theresa Chilelli and John (Kathy) Gatti. Proud nonna of Paula Stoney, Valarie Stoney, Louis (Beth) Stoney, Jack Gatti and Christina Gatti. Cherished great grandma of Rocco and Regan. Dearest sister of Ida Rende, Esther Franch, Luigi...
Melissa Ann Morris
August 3, 2016
Morris, Melissa Ann, age 36, August 3, 2016 of Taylor. Mother of Thomas, Felicity, Kayla, Ariyonna, Alexis, Johnathon and the late Robert. Also survived by her parents Michael and Shirley Lowe; her siblings Mike, Amy, Tim, Joe, Rikki and Billie; many aunts, uncles and cousins
Mrs. Vickie D. Gajewski
August 3, 2016
Vickie D. Gajewski, age 70 of Woodhaven, formerly of Wooster, OH, passed away August 3rd, 2016. Loving wife of Tom. Dear mother of Deborah (Don) VanHemel, Lynn (Mark) Arturi, Pam (Jeff) Cunningham, and Jill (Ryan) Quinn. Proud grandmother of Alec, Evan, and Aaron Arturi, Kelsey and Mallory VanHemel, Gabrielle and Madeleine Cunningham, Kennedy, Amanda, and Reagan Quinn. Also survived...
Joan G. Pitts
August 2, 2016
Joan G. Pitts (nee Brocius) ; age 73, August 2, 2016 of Trenton, passed away peacefully with her family at her bedside. Loving mother of Jeff (Maria) and Karla (Jerry) Hunter. Cherished grandmother of Nicole (Peter) Vacketta, Jerry Pitts and Josh Hunter. Proud great-grandmother of Sophia Vacketta. Dearest sister of Carol (Jim) Benson and brother-in-law Omar Russell. Sadly preceded...
Elvie Murphy
August 2, 2016
Murphy, Elvie. Age 67, of Lincoln Park. August 2, 2016. Beloved husband of Linda for 46 years. Loving father of Aundrea, Sabrina and Rhonda. Proud Papa of Stephen. Dear son of Mary Hinkle. Dearest brother of 6 sisters and 7 brothers. Survived also by many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father Steven Murphy. Memorial contributions...
June Catherine Bulick
August 1, 2016
Bulick, June C. ; age 86, August 1, 2016 of Trenton. Beloved wife of Adam. Loving mother of Sandi (Al) Robinson, Steven (Isabella) and Jeff (Beth). Dearest grandma of Tracey, Stephanie, Andrew, Emily, Hannah and great-grandma of Michael, Amanda and great-great-grandma of Noah and Eli. Dear sister of Evelyn Magnotti, the late Edward Knapp and the late William Knapp....
Richard Lee Brancheau
August 1, 2016
Richard Lee Brancheau ;age 76, August 1, 2016 of Woodhaven. Beloved husband of Barbara. Dear father of Daniel (Sue) and Debrah (James) Pappas. Dearest grandfather of 2. Loving brother of Rita (Kenneth) King and James (Beth). Donations in memory of Richard may be made to the donor's charity of choice.
John Howard 'Jack' Emerson
July 29, 2016
Emerson, John Howard "Jack", age 87, July 29, 2016 of Riverview, Michigan. He is survived by his children Valerie Zenko, Ken (Sharon) Whitlatch, Paul Emerson, Terri (Rob) Longfellow and Carole Christie; his grandchildren Ashley, Brandon, Caitlin, Chase, Dillon, Andrew, Mandy, Daniel, Cathleen, Jennifer, Jacklyn and Melissa; his great grandchildren Lainie, Preslie, Maddy, Izzy, Lillie, Trenton, Mya; his brothers Gene...
Martha Bagans-Black
July 29, 2016
Black, Martha Jo (Nee Bagans), age 63 of Grosse Ile, passed away on July 29th, 2016 with family at her bedside. Loving mother of Aaron, Lisa(Dave) Curtis, and Danny(Genette). Proud grandmother of adoring grandchildren Gaaron, Greyson, and Ellie. Dearest sister of Larry(Mary Jo) and Marlene(Bill) Fisher. Martha was a beloved aunt of Meredith, Zachary, Sarah, and Emily, and great...
Mr. Gary A. Meyers
July 29, 2016
Meyers, Gary Allen. Age 65. July 29, 2016 of Bradenton, FL and formerly of Grosse Ile. Beloved husband of 46 years to Pam. Loving dad of Kim (Chris) Collins and Jen (Stitch) Horvat. Proud papa of Lucas and Nichole. Dearest brother of George (Marilyn) and Betty (Jerry) Krempa. Preceded in death by his parents George and Betty. Memorial Gathering...
Joseph F. Chatell
July 29, 2016
Joseph F. Chatell, age 60 of Napoleon, Ohio, formerly of South Rockwood, passed away Friday, July 29, 2016. Born September 13, 1955 in Monroe, Joseph was the son of Francis and Margaret "Peggy" (MacNeil) Chatell. A Pipefitter and Welder he worked through the United Association of Pipefitters Local 50 in Toledo for many years, retiring in 2004. An avid...
David 'Jim' Tilley
July 29, 2016
Born in Homestead, Florida, Jim was the son of David L. and Marie (Gibbs) Tilley Sr. Jim married the love of his life, Carol Laura, on June 29, 1950 at the South Rockwood United Methodist Church. He faithfully served his country with the United States Marine Corps for over 16 years. Jim worked for over 30 years as a...
Mr. Havard F. Root
July 28, 2016
Root, Havard F., age 71 of Rockwood, passed away July 28, 2016 after a short illness. Loving husband of Betty for 50 years. Dear father of Douglas (Karen) Peters of Millville, NJ, Theresa (Frank) Smith of Downington, PA, Denise (Douglas) Jones of Ida, MI, and Christopher (Erica) Root of Mt. Laurel, NJ. Proud grandfather of Frankie, Douglas, Darby, Hannah,...
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