OBITUARIES

November 17, 2014

Mary J. Prokurat, age 90, of Brownstown, Michigan, passed away peacefully Monday November 17, 2014 Beloved wife of the late Anthony in 2002, loving mother of Jerry (Sandy), Lori (Warren) Kennedy, Marie (Norm) Clark and the late David in 2005, proud grandmother of Tim Prokurat, April (Clayton) Butts, Tony (Liz) Clark, Benjamin Kennedy and David Kennedy, loving great grandmother...

November 16, 2014

Sunny Flowers, age 92, of Monroe, MI, he was called from our midst on Sunday November 16, 2014 at Brighton Gardens in Belleville, MI. Sun was born January 22, 1922 in Jackson, Mississippi, while working as an elevator operator in Jackson he was drafted into the 92nd Infantry Division of the U.S.Army (known as the Buffalos) in 1942. He...

November 15, 2014

Tierney, Pamela. Age 54. November 15, 2014 of Trenton and formerly of San Diego, CA. Beloved daughter of Patricia and the late James. Loving sister of Jamei, Mary and Peter (Aliza). Proud aunt of Sophia and Max. Also survived by other loving family and friends.

November 15, 2014

Richardson, Jean S., age 89, November 15, 2014 of Allen Park, formerly of River Rouge. Beloved wife of the late James Richardson. Loving mother of Scott (Julie) Richardson and Susan (Roy) Tonkery. Also survived by her granddaughter Dr. Elizabeth A. Tonkery; her sister Jesse (the late Charlie) Malin; nieces and nephews. Jean was a long time teacher at River...

November 15, 2014

Born in Detroit, Donna was the daughter of Martin & Vera (Buesnell) Lizyness. She married the love of her life, Leonard Venier on August 31, 1946. A dedicated homemaker, Donna was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church. She enjoyed bowling and crocheting but most of all she loved spending time with her family. Donna leaves to cherish her...

November 15, 2014

November 14, 2014

LaFata, John. Age 45, of Carleton. November 14, 2014. Loving father of Nicholas John LaFata. Dear brother of Tina Marie (Scott) Leigh and Patty (John) Taylor. Survived also by many nieces, nephews, 1 great niece and 2 great nephews. Preceded in death by parents Vincent and Gail LaFata and a brother Vincent Tony LaFata. Memorial contributions may be made...

November 14, 2014

Sayyae, William Allen, age 73 of Newport, formerly of Dearborn Heights, passed away November 14, 2014. Dear father of Scott, Carrie (Jeffrey) Wood, and Michael (Corey) Brill. Proud grandfather of Courtney Allen, Caylie Wood, Joseph Sayyae, Charlotte and Maria Brill.

November 13, 2014

November 13, 2014

Lloyd, Kelly E. Age 39, of Brownstown. November 13, 2014. Beloved wife of Shane for 9 years. Loving mother of Emily, Brooke and Lily. Loving daughter of Patricia (Jim) Ellenburg. Dear sister of William (Michelle) Burks and Jamie Ellenburg (Crystal). Dearest granddaughter of Dorothy Gray. Daughter-in-law of Butch (Joy) Lloyd. Adored aunt of Cadance and Angeleena'. Survived also by...

November 13, 2014

After an extended illness, William Lloyd Carson (Bill), 91 of Taylor, MI passed away of natural causes in his home on Thursday, November 13, 2014. Bill was born on October 4, 1923 and his parents were Robert and Delia Carson of Detroit, MI. Bill graduated from Wilbur Wright Trade School, where he studied automotive manufacturing. During World War II,...

November 12, 2014

Evan Alexander Spezia, age 19 of Trenton, passed away November 12, 2014. Loving son of Amy. Dear brother of Timothy and Caitlyn. Beloved grandson of Duncan and Carol Murdock. Evan is also survived by his aunts, uncles, and many other loving family and friends.

November 11, 2014

Perez, Canuta Coronado. Age 97 of Allen Park. Born on January 19, 1917 in Mexico and died on November 11, 2014 in Dearborn. Beloved wife of the late Pedro G. Loving mother of the late Mary Reyna, Richard, Lillian Dedes, Pedro, Jr., Gloria Nowland, Alfred, Raquel Grzyb, Mario, Veronica Miller, David and Joseph. Also survived by her grandchildren, great...

November 10, 2014

Kopke , Robert, beloved husband of Joan (Howard) and longtime resident of Grosse Ile, passed away on November 10, 2014 at age 83. Born in 1931 to Michael & Gladys (LaForest) Kopke, Bob resided in River Rouge as a young child but soon moved to Grosse Ile where he grew up, went to school, and lived for the rest...

November 10, 2014

Beloved husband of Norma. Loving father of Vicki Betyn, Craig (Effie), Michelle (Dan) Kuenning and Brian (Becky). Dearest grandpa of Brendan, Brooklynn (Luke), Brittany (Josh), Kevin, Krista, Brianna, Julianna, Landan, Madison, Tucker and Lillie. Ed was an avid sports fan who will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

November 10, 2014

Peffer, John. Age 63 of Trenton. Born May 29, 1951 and died on November 10, 2014. Beloved dad of Jennifer Cocklin, John and Scott. Proud papa to 7 grandsons and 1 granddaughter. Dearest brother of Judy and Joyce. Also survived by other loving family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents John and Luella and 1 sister Janet....

November 9, 2014

Born March 23, 1923 in Monroe, Darwin was the son of Darwin & Margaret (Weatherholt) Johnson. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy serving during World War II and then with the United States Army during the Korean War. He married the love of his life, Sarah Bodenmiller, on February 11, 1956. Sadly she preceded him...

November 8, 2014

Born in Wyandotte, Michael was the son of John & Georgina (Phettiplace) Thomas. He married the love of his life, Heather Decker, on December 13, 2013. Michael worked as a Cook, most recently at Theo's Coney Island in Trenton. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Wyandotte. Michael was an avid sports fan, especially Hockey. He enjoyed...

November 8, 2014

Dr. Ajay R. Shah, 53 years, of Grosse Ile, MI, went to the Lord on Sat., Nov. 8th, 2014. He was born Nov. 30th, 1960 in Sambalpur, Orissa, India. Raised by his parents, Dr. Ramesh and Indira Shah. The family moved to San Luis Obispo, CA when Ajay was 10 years old. Ajay obtained a biochemistry degree from Cal...

November 8, 2014

Berrelez, Carlos. Age 61 of Detroit. Born January 3, 1953 in Detroit, MI and passed at home surrounded by his family on November 8, 2014. Beloved Dad of Daniel, Andrew and Justin. Cherished son of Lila and the late Juan. Dearest brother of John (Debbie), Ana Southers, Rolando, David (Pam), Robert (Sue) and Joseph (Carole). Loving companion of Linda...