OBITUARIES

February 28, 2016

Born in Wyandotte, Michigan, Christine was the daughter of Julian and Catherine (Noble) Rhinehart. She married the love of her life, Robert Hasselbach, on August 14, 1962. Sadly he preceded her in death November of 1981. A dedicated homemaker, Christine also had worked at Meijer, retiring in 2006. Christine leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Rhonda (Robert) Tomasik;...

February 28, 2016

Sylvia is survived by 11 great nieces and nephews; 11 great nieces and nephews. contributions in memory of Sylvia's life may b e made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 5885 N Venoy Rd, Westland, MI 48185 There Will Not Be Any Visitation or Funeral Service: The Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 10915 Allen Rd., Allen...

February 27, 2016

February 27, 2016

McQueen, Hunter Allen. Age 16, of Ecorse. February 27, 2016. Beloved son of Jeneane McQueen and Kenneth McQueen. Loving grandson of Cheryl Kadar and Christine McQueen. Dearest nephew of Michelle (Jon) Moore. Dear great nephew of Darwin (Elizabeth) Cook and Mary (Michael) Kegley. Preceded in death by his grandfathers George Kadar and Vincent McQueen and a great aunt Carol...

February 26, 2016

Nicholas J. McGrath "Mr. Nick", age 75 of Trenton, passed away February 26, 2016. Loving father of Ryan (Beth) and Megan (Branden) McGrath. Proud grandfather of Kayla, Max, Jameson, and Conner. Loving partner of Chris Fry. Also survived by brother Gus (Mary), sisters Kathleen Ryan, Patricia McGrath, Noreen (Joseph) Williamson, and Margaret (Frank) Furey. Nick was the proud owner...

February 26, 2016

Larry was born on September 1, 1941 in Wyandotte, Michigan and died at his home in North Port, Florida on February 26, 2016 at the age of 74; he was formerly of Romulus. Beloved husband of the late Pamela Joy. Loving dad of Richard (Janinne) Miller, Kristie Joy Letwinski, Jodie (Mark) Estes and Judie (Scott) Napier. Proud papa to...

February 25, 2016

Carpenter, Gregory Neal II. Age 38, of Ecorse. February 25, 2016. Loving father of Courtney, Gregory, Cadence and Olivia. Proud grandfather of Allison. Dearest son of Donna Carpenter and the late Gregory Carpenter. Dear brother of William, Paul and Samantha. Memorial contributions may be made directly to the family.

February 25, 2016

Walter F. Zimmerman, Jr., age 87 of Gibraltar, passed away February 25, 2016. Loving husband of Joan. Dear father of Walter F., III , Kristi L. Bussell, Carrie E., John G. (Cathrine), and David M. (Sheri L.). Proud grandfather of Andrea Bussell, Stephanie (Jack) Burg, David M. Zimmerman, Jr., Michael Peters, Nicole (Zach) Vineski, Kaitlyn Bussell, Adam Zimmerman, Kevin...

February 25, 2016

Basham, Ramona J. of River Rouge was born on February 15, 1946 in Shelbyville, Tennessee and died on February 25, 2016 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 70. Beloved wife of Adrian. Loving mom of Ginny (Jimmy) Holloway, the late James Kenneth Teal, Robert (Violet) Teal, Johnathan Teal, Elizabeth Basham, Regina (the late Jerry) Marks, James...

February 25, 2016

Janice R. Beleske, age 82 of Trenton, formerly of South Rockwood, passed away February 25, 2016. Loving wife of Robert Beleske for 61 years.. Dear mother of Vicki (Paul) Bourdeau and the late Bobby Beleske. Proud grandmother of Jacob Bourdeau. Janice was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star #325 in Trenton.

February 25, 2016

February 25, 2016

Harriett was born on November 8, 1915 in Rockwood, MI and died on February 25, 2016 at her home in Trenton at the age of 100. Beloved wife of the late Bruce. Loving mom of the late Dennis and his wife Debbie Martell and of Deane and his wife Maria Martell. Proud grandma of Kelly (Shane) Scovel and the...

February 24, 2016

Linda was born on February 28, 1952 in Charleston, South Carolina and died on February 24, 2016 at Rivergate Terrace at the age of 63. Beloved mom of Mark (Linda) Carlton. Proud nana of Jordan and Madison. Dearest sister of Dale (Darlene) Swoveland, Debbie Weir, Kim (Chuck) Nelson, Sharon (Jerry) Schotthoefer, Craig Swoveland, Mark (Chris) Swoveland, Tim (Stormie) Swoveland...

February 24, 2016

Sharon Lee was born on April 23, 1954 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and died on February 24, 2016 at Henry Ford Hospital at the age of 61. Beloved mom of Michelle (Michael) Berry, Esther (Michael) Pisano, Daniel (Genevieve) Ramirez, Isabel (Michael) Gilleran, Veronica (Eloiso) Paredes-Hernandez, Rebekah (Jacob) Krell, Stephen (Candice) Ramirez and Erik Ramirez. Proud grandma of Cheyenne, William,...

February 24, 2016

Buddy Chester Bobruk; age 76, February 24, 2016 of Woodhaven. Life-long love of Sally. Loving Dad of Brian, Jill (Chris) Watters and Duane. Dearest Grandpa of Ryan. Donations in memory of Buddy may be made directly to the family or to the donor's charity of choice. Bud was always taking on a new adventure whether it was woodworking, crafting,...

February 23, 2016

Joseph Oro; age 98, February 23, 2016 formerly of Brownstown Twp., Michigan. Beloved husband of the late Sarah. Loving father of Nicholas (Susan) and Joseph (Mariko). Dearest grandfather of William, Jessica, Lukas and Markas. The family suggests donations in memory of Joseph to the Knights of Columbus of the donor's choice.

February 23, 2016

Woldt, Robin G., age 60, of Dearborn Heights, passed away on 2/23/2016. Robin was the beloved wife of her husband, Bill. Caring mother of April, Holly, and Jill. Dear sister of Paul (Jean). Nurturing grandmother to numerous grandchildren.

February 23, 2016

February 22, 2016

Born in Monroe, Charles was the son of Claude and Martha (St. Bernard) Payne. Charles leaves to cherish his memory his sister Catherine Evoe of Monroe as well as many nieces and nephews. Sadly he was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: Eugene Payne and Larry Payne; and a sister Virginia Gillet.

February 22, 2016

Fitchpatrick, Richard E., age 77, of Lincoln Park passed away on 2/22/2016. Richard was a retired foreman from Detroit Edison where his crew and buddies always called him Fitz. He spent many years climbing poles and trimming trees. He is survived by his loving children, Shawn (Kimberly), Colleen ( Dwain), and Kathleen. He was exceedingly proud of his two...