OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Phyllis Ann Mckenzie

Phyllis Ann Mckenzie

May 29, 2015

Born in Wyandotte, Phyllis was the daughter of Earl and Vera Pannell. She married the love of her life, Joseph McKenzie, February 22, 1980. A dedicated homemaker, Phyllis also worked in the Nurse Recruiting Profession, most recently with Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, retiring in 2013. Phyllis leaves to cherish her memory, Joseph, her husband of the past 35 years;...

Betty E. Gingrich

Betty E. Gingrich

May 28, 2015

Gingrich, Betty E., 97, of Lincoln Township, Michigan, passed away on May 28, 2015. Betty was born in Hersey, Michigan on February 14, 1918 to her parents John and Catherine (Stead) Lickert. Beloved wife of the late Marshall E. Gingrich. Loving mother of Marcia (Harold) Neubauer, the late Muriel (Arlo) Session, Pamela (Harold) Rescoe, Linda Gingrich, Mr. Tracy Gingrich,...

Mr. Scott T. Eggert

Mr. Scott T. Eggert

May 27, 2015

Scott Thomas Eggert age 50 of Sterling Hts longtime resident of Romeo, MI, peacefully passed away after many years of illness on May 27, 2015. He was born June 30, 1964 in Lansing, MI to Marion and Gerald Eggert. Scott is survived by our blended family mother Marion Gudinas (Leonard); father Gerald Eggert (Helen); brothers and sisters Leahann Clarke...

Mrs. Dorothy "Pondzy" Poniedzialek

Mrs. Dorothy "Pondzy" Poniedzialek

May 27, 2015

Dorothy "Pondzy" Poniedzialek, age 92 of Monroe, passed away May 27, 2015. Loving wife of the late Edward. Dear mother of Kathleen (Ralph) Osborne, Richard (Shirley), Edward (Linda), Michael (Shelly), and Linda. Proud grandmother of 19, great grandmother of 29, and great-great grandmother of 6. Also survived by a sister Marlene Fuller. Dorothy was preceded in death by 3...

Mildred L. Horden

Mildred L. Horden

May 27, 2015

Mildred L. Horden age 92, May 27, 2015 of Trenton. Beloved wife of the late Daniel. Loving Mother of Beverly Shuttleworth. Dearest Mim of Renee' Harmon (Juli Seymour), Robert Harmon, and Mishael Bardoni (Letha Lidster). Great Mim of Daniel, Nicholas, Madison, Joseph and Joshua. Dear sister of Bill (Barb) Traster. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Donations...

Mr. Michael Douglas Balagna

Mr. Michael Douglas Balagna

May 27, 2015

Michael Douglas Balagna, age 44 of Allen Park, passed away May 27, 2015. Loving son of the late Charles and Judith Balagna. Dear brother of C. Allan, Dean (Beth), and Victoria (David) DeSantis. Proud uncle of Cheryl, Faith, Sierra, Michael, and Madison. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made directly to the family.

David H. Bull

David H. Bull

May 26, 2015

Bull, David H., age 35 of Livonia, Michigan passed away May 26, 2015. Beloved son of Arthur W. Bull, Jr. and Marie E. Hocking; Loving brother of Elizabeth A. Bull-Davie. Beloved Uncle Dave to Kaiden A. Davie and Brother-In-Law to Eric Davie. Dave will be missed by many close friends and family members who adored his quick wit and...

Glenn T. Foe

Glenn T. Foe

May 24, 2015

Foe, Glenn T., age 65, May 24, 2015 of Trenton, Michigan. Per his wishes, there will not be any services.

Angeline Mary Lehr

Angeline Mary Lehr

May 24, 2015

Angeline leaves to cherish her memory her children: Wilbur Fish Jr., Charles (MaryAnn) Fish and Antionette (John) Sype as well as 3 grandchildren. Memorial contributions in Angeline's honor may be made to the charity of donor's choice.

Patricia Ann Vallade

Patricia Ann Vallade

May 23, 2015

Born in Monroe, Tricia was the daughter of Robert and Freda (Liedel) Vallade. A graduate of Dundee High School she worked as a postal clerk for the United States Post Office in Dundee until taking a medical retirement. Tricia enjoyed playing pool, bowling and coloring in coloring books. But most of all she loved attending her son's and daughter's...

Samantha F. Zajas

Samantha F. Zajas

May 23, 2015

Zajas, Samantha F., age 32, May 23, 2015 of Southgate, formerly of Lincoln Park. Beloved wife of Gabriel. Loving mother of Mason. Dearest daughter of Fay and the late Patrick Gallagher. Also survived by her siblings Sean, Kyle and Molly Gallagher; nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. View Samantha's video tribute by clicking the multimedia tab above.

Ruth Ann Nietubicz

Ruth Ann Nietubicz

May 23, 2015

Nietubicz, Ruth Ann age 71, May 23, 2015 of Frenchtown Twp. Beloved mother of Marilyn , Janet (Joe) Duby, Sharon, Larry (Jenny) and Randy (Kathy). Loving grandmother of Shauna (Philip) Nietubicz-Sindone, Christina, Gavin, Maxwell and Quentin. Dearest sister of William (Helen) Lonsberry. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Per Ruth Ann's wishes, cremation will...

G. Jack Ciullo

G. Jack Ciullo

May 23, 2015

Ciullo, G. Jack. Age 85 of Trenton. Born July 29, 1929 in Wyandotte, MI and died May 23, 2015 at Oakwood Southshore Hospital in Trenton. Beloved husband of 59 years to Pat. Loving dad of Kimberly (John) Hundley, Karen Ciullo and Kathryn (Christopher) Eliason. Proud grandpa of Jack, Monica and Mitchell. Preceded in death by his parents and two...

Mr. Angelo Scotta

Mr. Angelo Scotta

May 23, 2015

Scotta, Angelo, age 97 of Allen Park, passed away May 23, 2015. Loving husband of the late Angela. Beloved father of Adriana (Russ) Greenwood, Robert (Rose), and Maria Cecilia. Proud grandfather of Eric, Justin, Lauren, and the late Anita. Great grandfather of Kyle and Lindsey. Also survived by other loving family and friends from around the world.

James E. Cragg

James E. Cragg

May 22, 2015

Cragg, James E., 69, of Taylor, died peacefully on May 22, 2015 at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, Michigan. James was born in Preston, England on July 20, 1945 to his loving parents Edward and Ellen (Murray) Cragg. They moved to the United States when he was just 10 years old. When he was a teenager, James was drafted into...

Mary L. Lefaive

Mary L. Lefaive

May 22, 2015

Mary L. LeFaive age 86, May 23, 2015 formerly of Wyandotte. Loving mother of Mike (Terri), Michele and the late James (the late Theresa). Dearest grandmother of Chantel (Jeff) Atherton, the late Andre', and Jon. Dear great-grandmother of 8 and great-great grandmother of 1. The family suggests donations in memory of Mary to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen or the...

Ralph R. Stewart

Ralph R. Stewart

May 22, 2015

Stewart, Ralph R. Age 73 of Taylor. Born June 16, 11941 in Wyandotte, MI and went home to be with the Lord on May 22, 2015. Beloved Husband of 54 years to Ponnie. Loving Dad of Debbie (Greg) Gitter and Donna (Carl) Williams. Proud Gaga to Ryan (Alli) Williams, Andrew (Ashley) Williams, Amber (Josh) Griffith and Abbie Gitter. Great...