OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Charles "Bud" Runyon

Charles "Bud" Runyon

January 4, 2016

Born in Monroe, Charles was the son of Joseph and Marcille (Nixon) Runyon. A graduate of Monroe High School, he faithfully served his country with the United States Army. Charles married the love of his life, Christine Swanson, in August of 1975. Charles spent most of his career as Store Manager with Runyon's Carpet for over 45 years, retiring...

Ruth Gerber

Ruth Gerber

January 2, 2016

Gerber, Ruth. Age 97. January 2, 2016 of Trenton and formerly of Lincoln Park. Beloved wife of the late Roy. Loving mom of the late Pamela and her husband Stan Balazy, the late Phillip and his wife Joan, the late David and his wife Barbara, Diane Fortuna, Gregory (Deborah) and Nanette Gerber. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 13...

Mr. Kenneth A. Kvasys

Mr. Kenneth A. Kvasys

January 2, 2016

Mr. Kvasys is survived by his daughter Monika.

Clement "Clem" Wierzba

Clement "Clem" Wierzba

January 2, 2016

Clement Jacob Wierzba of Allen Park was born on January 28, 1926 in Wyandotte, Michigan to Bronislaus and Josephine (nee: Biniarz) Wierzba and died on January 2, 2016 at Beaumont-Dearborn at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Albina and the late Betty. Cherished brother of Nina (Gene) Ringler. Also survived by his nieces, nephews, other loving...

Arthur Hugh Cameron

Arthur Hugh Cameron

December 31, 2015

Cameron, Arthur Hugh, age 88, December 31, 2015 of Dearborn, formerly of Trenton. Beloved husband of Mary "Pat". Loving father of Mike (Shelly), Andrew (Laurie), Mary (Mark) Funk and Amy Cameron. Also survived by his grandchildren Casey, Alexia, Christine, Matthew and Jack; his sister Madeline "Mimi" (the late Bill) Haubrich. Preceded in death by his brothers George and Horace...

David A. Serafin

David A. Serafin

December 31, 2015

Serafin, David A. Age 61, of Allen Park. December 31, 2015. Beloved husband of Andrea for 40 years. Loving father of David M. (Wendy) Serafin. Proud grandfather of Patrick and Andrew. Dear brother of Dennis Serafin and Daniel (Carol) Serafin. Step-son of Julia A. Serafin. Memorial contributions may be made to Dearborn Animal Shelter

Louise M. Cevora

Louise M. Cevora

December 31, 2015

Cevora, Louise M., age 85, December 31, 2015 of Taylor, formerly of Allen Park. Beloved wife of Charles. Loving mother of Janay (Tony) Bongiorno, Jill (Dave) Tortonesi and June (Mark) Farrah. Also survived by her grandchildren Erin, Bryan, Grant, Morgan, Mark and Anthony, Jr. (Tara); her great grandchildren Lauren, Ryan, Jalyn and Dominic; her sister-in-law Linda Wolff. Preceded in...

Ruth E. Norris

Ruth E. Norris

December 31, 2015

Norris, Ruth E. Age 80, of Trenton. December 31, 2015. Loving mother of Steve (Melissa) Norris and Lynnette (Jeff) Bosman. Proud grandmother of Jake, Bailey, Matthew and Hope.

Carol E. Woodward

Carol E. Woodward

December 29, 2015

Woodward, Carol E. (nee: Henig). Age 81. December 29, 2015 of Allen Park. Beloved wife of the late David H. Loving mother of Diane (Mark) Drane. Proud gmama of Alexa and Owen Drane. Dearest sister of Richard Henig. Loving aunt of David (Nancy) Henig, Kelly (Scott) Kowalski and Peggy (Randy) Kepple and the late Rick Henig. The family will...

Anita Louise Reese

Anita Louise Reese

December 29, 2015

Anita Louise (Parkison) Reese of Monroe, was born July 18, 1939 in Colorado Springs, Colorado and departed suddenly but peacefully in her sleep December 29, 2015 at her daughter and son-in-law's home in Parker, Colorado. Anita and Harold Brent Reese were married August 19, 1956 in Englewood, Colorado. They settled in Detroit and raised four children: Brent, Shari, Susan...

Julia A. Stong

Julia A. Stong

December 28, 2015

Stong, Julia A. of Brownstown and formerly of Wayne was born on September 21, 1957 in Canada and died at Beaumont-Dearborn on December 28, 2015 at the age of 58. Beloved mom of Dawn Manning (Larry Taylor), Dannielle Navock (Nick Jones), James Smith and Jessica Smith. Proud grandma of Saraya, Kaiden, Cyrus, Damien, Nicholas, Karen, Jayden and Julian. Dearest...

Scott Gatherum

Scott Gatherum

December 28, 2015

Scott was born on February 6, 1956 in Scotland to Thomas and Elisabeth (nee: Adamson) Gatherum and died at his home in Taylor on December 28, 2015 at the age of 59. Beloved husband of 36 years to Phyllis. Loving dad of Pamela (James) Caudill, Brandy Lynn Gatherum and Scott J. Gatherum. Proud papa to Brooke Noel, Zachary James...

Luis R. Gonzales

Luis R. Gonzales

December 28, 2015

Luis was born on May 18, 1974 in Lincoln Park, Michigan to Ramiro and Edna (nee: Rodriguez) Gonzales and died at his home in Brownstown, Michigan on December 28, 2015 at the age of 41; he was formerly of Lincoln Park. Beloved husband of Angela. Beloved father of Randie (Jason) Contreras. Proud grandfather of Jaydin and Jason. Cherished son...

Benjamin "Bing" Bondy

Benjamin "Bing" Bondy

December 28, 2015

Bondy, Benjamin "Bing", age 80, December 28, 2015 formerly of South Rockwood. Beloved husband of Karen. Loving father of Frederick (Connie) Evans and Cheryl (Roger) Mater. Dearest papa of Heather (Joe), Brittney, Michael, Mark, Jay, Amber and Keaton. Dear great-grandpa of Gabriel, Emilia and Micah. Preceded in death by his parents; Ben and Catherine, sisters; Bea Boisvenue and Dorothy...

Russell E. Waugh

Russell E. Waugh

December 28, 2015

Born August 8, 1941 in Detroit, he was the son of Russell E. and Laura Waugh. Russell was a 1959 graduate of Monroe High School and a graduate of Eastern Michigan University. He was a lifelong teacher in the Dundee School District. He led his students to several state championships in history. Russell loved history and politics, college football...

Leslie John Kachadourian

Leslie John Kachadourian

December 27, 2015

Leslie John Kachadourian, age 81, December 27, 2015 of Southgate. Beloved husband of Joan. Loving dad of Daniel (Amy) Kachadourian and the late Douglas Kruszewski. Dearest brother of Andrew Kachadourian. Dear grandfather of Drew Kachadourian, Kathryn Kachadourian, Mitchell Kruszewski and Darren Kruszewski. There Will Be No Services: The Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 10915 Allen...

Leo Rauchman

Leo Rauchman

December 26, 2015

Rauchman, Leo, age 92, December 26, 2015 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of Valerie. Loving father of Laura (Tom) Bolduc and Leanna (Mark) Bronni. Also survived by his grandsons Nick, Ethan, Leo, Owen, Ben, Simon and Ryan; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings Victoria Rauchman, Irene Ouellette, Joe, John and Frank Rauchman.

Larry E. Jabtecki

Larry E. Jabtecki

December 26, 2015

Jabtecki, Larry E., age 56, December 26, 2015 of Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved husband of Lauralynn. Also survived by his children John Davis, Crystal Davis, Shaun Davis, Kimberly Davis, Nicholas Jabtecki, Larry Jabecki, Jr., Valerie Showalter and Katlyn Davis; his grandchildren; his siblings David Jabtecki and Christina Upton. Contributions in memory of Larry's life may be made directly to...

Linda S. Bloink

Linda S. Bloink

December 26, 2015

Bloink, Linda, Age 52 of Detroit. December 26, 2015. Linda is preceded in death by her parents Edna and Vince Bloink. She is survived by her sister April "Rose" Bloink-Akers. No services scheduled---please check back: The Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 10915 Allen Rd., Allen Park, MI 48101

Adam Gerald Dusik

Adam Gerald Dusik

December 23, 2015

Born in Riverview, Adam was the son of Gerald and Carolyn (Cybulski) Dusik. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents Gerald and Carolyn; a son Charles Adam Dusik; his fiance' Shreya Patel and a sister Clarice (Craig) Clark; as well as a niece Savanna Clark and nephews Noah Clark and Isaac Clark. Click on the multimedia tab to...