OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Gary L. Blackwell

Gary L. Blackwell

January 23, 2015

Beloved father of Gary (Kristin) Blackwell Jr. Loving grandfather of Drayke Dudzic and Landon Blackwell. Loving brother to Monica Blackwell, Morris (Michelle) Blackwell Jr., Cheryl Blackwell, Craig Blackwell and Mark (Bridget) Blackwell. Sadly preceded in death by his parents Morris & Barbara (Kalis) Blackwell as well as a sister Leah Ann Keegan and brother Keith Blackwell. Gary taught school...

Troy E. Smith,  Sr.

Troy E. Smith, Sr.

January 23, 2015

Smith, Troy E., Sr. Age 86 of Melvindale. Born August 12, 1928 in Fonde, KY and died January 23, 2015 in Allen Park, MI. Beloved husband of 53 years to Joyce. Loving dad of 50 years of Troy, Jr. (Michelle). Proud papa of Nicole Smith. Dearest brother of Janette Martin of Monroe, MI and Joseph Smith of Byron, MI....

Nancy A. Horner

Nancy A. Horner

January 22, 2015

Horner, Nancy nee: Shaw. Age 61, of Melvindale. January 22, 2015. Beloved daughter of Jeanne and the late Jimmie Shaw. Loving sister of Cheryl (Carl) Szczepaniak and Barbara (Ronnie) Morris. Dear aunt of Lisa, Stephen, Matthew, Amanda, Nicolas and Benjamin. Great aunt of 13. Caretaker of Annie, Teddy and Reenie. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made...

Geradean A. Chappell

Geradean A. Chappell

January 21, 2015

Chappell, Geradean A. Age 81 of Grosse Ile and formerly of Allen Park. Born April 30, 1933 in Sumpter, Twp., MI and died January 21, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Loving mother of Patricia (David) Ezell and Susan (Garry) Lloyd. Proud grandmother of Rachel, Ryan and Nathan. Also survived by other loving family and friends. Preceded in...

Sheila M. Rogers,  D.O.

Sheila M. Rogers, D.O.

January 21, 2015

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

Peggy Sue Kelley

Peggy Sue Kelley

January 20, 2015

Kelley, Peggy Sue. Age 80 of Riverview. Born December 4, 1934 in Fleming, KY and died January 20, 2015 in Woodhaven, MI. Beloved wife of 59 years to Doug. Loving mom of Bob (Sandy) Kelley, Tim (Sue) Kelley and Brenda (Thom) VandeKoppel. Proud grandma of Doug (Rachael), Steven, Ryan, Amanda, Alyssa, Kelley and Paul. Great grandma of Allison. Dearest...

Mrs. Judith Anne Lughermo

Mrs. Judith Anne Lughermo

January 20, 2015

Lughermo, Judith A. Jan 20 Age 59 of Trenton. Beloved wife of Frank. Dear Mother of David and Stephanie. Also survived by 3 Brothers and 2 Sisters. Visitation Fri 1- 9 pm at the Trenton Chapel of Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 3200 West Rd. In State Saturday 9:30 am at St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church until...

Vincent F. Vancena

Vincent F. Vancena

January 20, 2015

Born in Toledo, Vincent was the son of Frank & Louise (Krull) Vancena. He married Betty Kilpatrick in August of 1946. Sadly she preceded him in death in 1959. A World War II Veteran of the Navy, Vincent served from November 11, 1942 until January 14, 1946. While with the Navy he was stationed on the USS Windsor, USS...

Mr. Joseph U. Andreassi

Mr. Joseph U. Andreassi

January 20, 2015

Andreassi, Joseph Jan. 20 Age 85 of Allen Park. Beloved Husband of Ada. Dear Father of Mary (Mike) Bawol and Ann (Wayne) Combs. Dearest Grandfather of Michael, Andrew and Matthew.

Larry J. 'Bubba' Brown

Larry J. 'Bubba' Brown

January 19, 2015

Brown, Larry J., age 54 of Brownstown Twp., died January 19, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Mary. Dearest son of Shirley and the late James Brown. Loving brother of Cindy (Donald) Groff, Bill (Kelly) Brown, Pam (Keith) Johnston and the late Gary Brown. Larry was also a cherished brother-in-law and uncle to many. Contributions...

Mrs. Dorothy Grace Poupard

Mrs. Dorothy Grace Poupard

January 19, 2015

Poupard, Dorothy Grace. Jan 19 Age 94 or Brownstown. Belove Wife of the late Floyd. Dear Mother of Donald (Christine) and the late Charles (Sharon.) Also survived by 7 Grandchildren, 12 Great grandchildren and 4 Great great grandchildren.

Bonnie Lee Kezeli

Bonnie Lee Kezeli

January 19, 2015

Born in Monroe, Bonnie was the daughter of Vernon and Thelma (Cheek) Vinton. She worked as a Phlebotomist in the Lab at Mercy-Memorial Hospital for 28 years, retiring in 2004. Bonnie loved to play Bingo. She also enjoyed crocheting, especially potholders and afghans, which she was always giving away to family and friends. Her afghans were also sent to...

Mr. Donald C. Carr

Mr. Donald C. Carr

January 18, 2015

Donald C. Carr, age 90,of Trenton, Michigan, passed away Sunday January 18, 2015, beloved husband of the late Anetta, loving father of Janis (Bob) Lorimer, Greg Carr, Randy (Penny) Carr and the late Nancy (Rick) Parker; proud grandfather of 7, great grandfather of 7; dear brother of Richard (Bobbi) Carr. He was employed for 39 years at Ford Motor...

David J. Stevens

David J. Stevens

January 17, 2015

Stevens, David J., age 23, January 17, 2015 of Southgate, Michigan. Beloved son of Bonnie Mullins and William Stevens. Dear brother of brother Derek: loving grandson of Ron and Gerrianne Mullins and the late William and Nancy Stevens; many Aunts, Uncles and cousins.

John Arble

John Arble

January 17, 2015

John Arble, born 4/27/1926 in Pennsylvania, died 1/17/2015. He graduated from Our Lady of Lourdes High School in River Rouge, class of 1944. The day after graduation, John enlisted in the Navy and served in the Pacific during World War II. He was employed in 1948 by Wyandotte Chemicals (BASF) and retired in 1991. During his career John traveled...

Valentine "Coz" Lindquist

Valentine "Coz" Lindquist

January 17, 2015

Lindquist, Valentine "Coz". Age 38; born May 5, 1976 in Dearborn, Michigan and died on January 17, 2015. Cherished dad of Armiah and Kassy. Beloved son of Paul Lindquist and Valaurie Moscarello (Gary Iannicello). Loving brother of Paul (Kristy), Christie (Patrick) Herr, Angelina (Edward) Iannicello, Desirae Iannicello, Jodee Iannicello and Angelo Iannicello. Dearest grandson of Laurie Moscarello. Also survived...

Russell J. Dionne

Russell J. Dionne

January 16, 2015

Dionne, Russell J. Age 79. Born September 2, 1935 in Detroit, MI and died January 16, 2015 in Woodhaven, MI. Russell is survived by his wife Loraine whom he married on January 10, 1952 at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in River Rouge. He is the loving father of Edward (Dawn), Diane Corbiere, Russell, Jr. (Mickie), Mike (Robin), Joyce...

Gloria Joan Hyvari

Gloria Joan Hyvari

January 16, 2015

Hyvari, Gloria Joan. Age 65. January 16, 2015 of Brownstown. Beloved wife of Walter. Loving mother of Edwin Furness, the late Steven Furness, Lisa (Chris) Dempsey and Brian (Angie) Furness. Proud grandmother of 6. Dearest sister of Rick (Connie) Coogan. Also survived by her former spouse Edwin, Sr. as well as other loving family and friends. Memorial contributions may...

Alice Faye Gramly

Alice Faye Gramly

January 16, 2015

Gramly, Alice Faye. Age 67 of Berlin Twp. Born April 30, 1947 in Betsy Lane, KY and died January 16, 2015 at Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center in Dearborn. Beloved daughter of the late Bill Sweeney and the late Belva (the late Wayne) Garrett. Loving niece of Mary Caldwell. Also survived by her fiancé Tommy Salisbury; her cousin David...