OBITUARIES

September 13, 2015

Filippi, Joseph. Age 75 of Trenton was born on May 12, 1940 in Wyandotte, Michigan to Hugo and Iola (nee: Campodalorto) Filippi and died on September 13, 2015. Beloved husband of 53 years to Elaine. Loving dad of Jeffrey (Linda) and Theodore (Penelope). Proud grandpa of Nina, Eva, Milana and Vincenzo. Joseph was a graduate of Roosevelt High School...

September 13, 2015

Walker, Harold E., age 89, September 13, 2015 of Taylor, Michigan. He is survived by his son Ray. Committal service with Military Honors---Downriver Veteran's Honor Guard, Thursday, September 17, 10: AM, Michigan Memorial Park in Huron Twp., Michigan THERE WILL NOT BE VISITATION: The Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 10915 Allen Rd., Allen Park, MI...

September 12, 2015

Townsend, Shrilda "Shirley" age 98 of Monroe, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital. Loving grandmother of Dianna (Bill) Standifer, Paul Turner Jr. of Buford, Georgia, Judy Turner, James (Karan) Turner, Toni Bean, and James Butler Jr. of Kissimmee, Florida. Shirley is survived by her 16 great-grandchildren, many great-great-grandchildren, and other loving family...

September 10, 2015

Born July 25, 1943 in Monroe, Dale was the son of Earl and Millie (Padgett) Terry. He faithfully served his country with the United States Army, Dale then became a Machine Operator with Ford Motor Company for over 20 years, retiring in 1988. Dale was an avid bowler at one time, with the pinnacle of his bowling career being...

September 8, 2015

Guerra, Manuel Sr. Age 92, of Trenton. September 8, 2015. Beloved husband of Angelina for 69 years. Loving father of Manuel Jr. (Christine), Juan (Carol), Armando (Brenda), David (Judy), Thomas (Teresa), Marisela (Gary) Gagne, Maria (Wayne) McMullen. Proud grandfather of John Scott, Angelina, Richard, Stacy, Alana, Mason, Bryanna, Sterling, Alexandria and Austin. Great grandfather of Devin, Connor, David, Selena...

September 8, 2015

Donna L. Seither, age 87 of Toledo, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2015 in her home surrounded by family. Born September 5, 1928 in Jamestown, New York, Donna was the daughter of Seibert and Esther (Carleson) Swanson. She married Richard Freiheit on June 23, 1947. She then was married to Donald Seither April 27, 1996. Sadly he preceded her...

September 8, 2015

September 7, 2015

Lewis, Donna Jean; Age 59; of Ecorse. Donna was born on July 10, 1956 and died on September 7, 2015 at her home. Beloved mom of Tim Lewis and Tammie (Kevin) Kozicki. Proud nana of Chris, Ashley and Joshua. Loving companion of Gary Sommers. Also survived by sister Diane (Jerry) Beleski and brother Ed (Debbie) Kretschmer. Aunt to Dominique...

September 6, 2015

Allen, Robin, age 71, September 6, 2015 of Newport, Michigan. There will not be any visitation or service. Mr. Allen served his country honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps and will be interred with military honors in Great Lakes National Cemetery. THERE WILL NOT BE ANY VISITATION OR SERVICE: The Trenton Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 3200...

September 6, 2015

David Gergel age 45, September 6, 2015 of Allen Park. Loving father of Jaclyn. Beloved son of Pat and James Olah. Dearest brother of Ricky, Rene Cizio, Jimmy Olah and Stefanie Olah. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

September 5, 2015

Payne, Mary Catherine (Swaney); age 81, of Southgate: September 5, 2015. Beloved wife of James; loving mother of Deborah Rebbeck (James), Darlene McCaffery (Kevin), James Jr. (Debra), Timothy (Barbara), Denise Shepherd (Gerald), Kenneth (Renee); Proud and loving Nana to 13 grandchildren, and Great Nana to 5 great-grandchildren; dearest "Mom" to over 50 foreign exchange students. Mary is survived by...

September 5, 2015

THERE WILL NOT BE ANY VISITATION: The Trenton Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 3200 West Rd., Trenton, MI 48183

September 4, 2015

Rausch, Paul Gilger. Age 87 of Rockwood. Paul was born on April 12, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio to Karl and Lois (nee: Gilger) Rausch and died on September 4, 2015. Beloved husband of 64 years to Jane. Loving pop of Paul (Pam) Rausch, Laurel (Ted) Greshel and father-in-law to Judy Rausch. Also survived by his grandchildren the late Amanda,...

September 4, 2015

Ferns, Roger D., age 73, September 4, 2015 of Woodhaven, Michigan. Beloved husband of Maryann. Loving father of Jason (Bo) Ferns and Kim Ferns. Devoted grandfather of Alia and Nathan Ferns. Visitation, Monday, September 7, 6-9 PM , Tuesday, September 8, 2-9 PM and funeral service, Wednesday, September 9, 10 AM at The Trenton Chapel of The Martenson Family...

September 3, 2015

Born in Monroe, Keith was the son of Carl and Beulah (Bodine) Sweet. A 1966 graduate of Monroe High School, Keith then proudly served in the United States Air Force as an Airplane Mechanic from October 1966 until his discharge August of 1970. Keith then worked for the United States Post Office from 1971 until 1974. He married the...

September 3, 2015

Penny Elizabeth Smith, age 54 of Woodhaven, passed away September 3, 2015. Dear mother of Patrice Harter and Shaun Wirick. Loving companion of Jim Skinner of Woodhaven. Also survived by her sisters Shelly (Craig) Graboske, Lesley (Richard) Hunt, brother Ronald (Christine) Runyan, and stepfather Ron "Pops" Runyan. Proud grandmother of Jazmyn Wirick. Family will receive friends Saturday September 12,...

September 3, 2015

Plassman, Marilyn L., age 87 of Trenton, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Robert F. Plassman. Loving mother of Bobby (Shirley) Plassman, Donald (Michelle) Plassman, and the late John Plassman. Proud grandmother of Rob (Angie) Plassman, Corrie (the late Steven) Kettler, Blake Plassman, Evan Plassman, and Liz (Eli) Boike. Great-grandmother of Kate Plassman,...

September 3, 2015

Robinson, Bonnie E. Age 94; formerly of Trenton. Bonnie was born on September 29, 1920 in LaFollette, Tennessee to Robert and Stella (nee: Brown) Miller and died on September 3, 2015 at Sanctuary at St. Joseph's Village in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Leonard H. Loving mom of Huntley (Rose) Robinson and Jeff Robinson. Proud grandma of...

September 2, 2015

Mrs. Barbara (Orr) Geddes, born September 17, 1934 in Port Huron, MI to Karl and Elizabeth Orr, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 2, 2015. Barbara retired from the State of Michigan in 1994. She was a 45 year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and was honored to serve as State Auxiliary...

September 2, 2015

Alexa, Violet M. Age 85 of Riverview was born April 30, 1930 in Detroit, Michigan and died on September 2, 2015 at Rivergate Terrace in Riverview. Beloved wife of the late Mike. Loving mother of Kathy (the late Ken) Brown, Micheale (Tim) Tye and the late Sharon Fry. Beloved aunt of Nila Woods. Dearest grandmother of Kenneth Michael Brown,...