OBITUARIES
Our Obituaries
Arleen Tomasik
August 22, 2024
Arleen Lee Tomasik "Reifsnider", age 85 of Gibraltar, passed away on August 22, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Robert, of 20 years.
Loving mother to Robert (Rhonda) Tomasik, Jefferey Tomasik, and Michelle (Jim) Whitwam. Loving grandma to Krysten, Daniel, Katie, Brianna, Joseph, and James. Loving G.G....
Melvin Bernard Markwardt
August 22, 2024
Born in Detroit, Melvin was the son of William and Anne (Casneuf) Markwardt. A graduate of Cooley High School in Detroit, he faithfully served our country in the United Staes Air Corps. Melvin married the love of his life, Betty Dahmer, in 1948. Sadly she preceded him in death in 2014. He earned his Bachelor Degree from Wayne University...
Edward S. Gardulski
August 21, 2024
Edward S. Gardulski of Southgate, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at the age of 80 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved husband of 56 ½ years to Patricia Gardulski. Loving father of the late Michael E. Gardulski and Paul J. (Kimberly) Gardulski. Cherished grandfather of Ethan E. Gardulski. Dear brother of Amelia (Bruce) Schneider...
Genevieve Leja
August 19, 2024
Genevieve Leja, age 91 of Allen Park, MI. Beloved wife of the late Fred Leja. Loving mother of Kenneth (Linda), Greg (Kathy), Brian (Robin), Randy (Sheila) and Kathy Killam. She is survived by her grandchildren Daniel, Timothy (the late Rachel), Nicholas, Julie (Justin), Matthew (Kelly), Steven (Melissa), Jason (Jackie), Kristen, Jacob (Sarah), Katelyn (Brad), Rachael, Anthony and great grandmother...
Keith B. Elliott
August 18, 2024
Keith B. Elliott, of Riverview, passed away August 18, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Susan Elliott. Loving father of Derek (Meghan) Elliott. Proud grandfather of Holden, Hayes, Harrison, and Penelope. Dear brother of Pamela (Dwight) Davis and the late Kevin (Sandy) Elliott. He is survived by many nieces, nephews and other loving family members.
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Nathalie Ann Beach
August 18, 2024
Nathalie Ann Beach, age 90 of Brownstown, MI passed away on August 18, 2024. Loving wife of the late Robert Beach. Beloved mother of Michael Beach Sr., James (Marilyn) Beach, the late Robert Lee Beach II, Mark Beach, and John Beach. Proud grandma of Michael II, Robert III, Jordan (Michael), Shauna (Philip), John (Sara), Rachael (Kenny), Jamie (Jessica), Shelby...
Mikey Ramirez
August 18, 2024
Miguel "Mikey" Ramirez, age 31, born in Southwest Detroit left this world too soon but not without leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him. A proud father, beloved son, and an irreplaceable brother. Mikey's presence lit up the lives of those around him.
Mikey was a man who was gentle and loved deeply....
Buck Jones
August 18, 2024
Buck Jones of Woodhaven, Michigan passed away in his home on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the age of 55. Beloved husband of Lapellya Jones. Dearest father of Nate Smith of Woodhaven, MI, Timothy (Corrie) Smith of Cross Plains, TN, Crystal (Charles) Cole, Lucas Jones, and Maggie Jones of Portland, TN. Caring son of Mack and Nina Bennett of...
Donald Ray Claypool
August 16, 2024
Donald Ray Claypool, of Taylor, passed away August 16, 2024. Beloved husband of Fay for 62 beautiful years. Loving father of Donald R. (Therese) Claypool, and Thomas L. (Lora) Claypool. Cherished grandfather of Andrea, Amanda, Hannah and Reagan. Proud great grandfather of Elizabeth and Leland. Dear brother of Pat Gray, Mike Rigo and the late Thomas Claypool. He is...
Marlene I. Pavlick
August 15, 2024
Marlene Irene Pavlick, age 81 of Grosse Ile Township passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 15, 2024. Loving wife of Richard for 59 wonderful years. Amazing mother of Richard M. Pavlick and Lisa (Brian) Nagy. Beloved grandmother of Kyle, Rhiannon, and Evan. She also leaves behind her former daughter-in-law Angela and many nieces and ...
Janice Fox - Davis
August 15, 2024
Janice Fox-Davis of Trenton passed away August 15, 2024 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Beloved wife of Nelson Graff. Loving mother of Bethany, Troy, the late Aleea, Wesley (Tiffany), Heidi, Amanda, Ashley, Holly, and Hillary. Proud grandmother of 18 adoring grandchildren. Dear daughter of Jean and the late Paul Fox. Cherished sister of Paul, Denise, and the...
John Collins Lapointe
August 15, 2024
John Collins LaPointe passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Hampton Manor, Dundee Mi. where he resided since August 23 after experiencing a fall, breaking his hip. He was 82 years old.
John was born in Logansport, Indiana on November 9, 1941, to Burton J. and Dorothy (Vincent). They moved to Monroe, and then during his formative...
Francette Marie Elock
August 13, 2024
Francette Marie Elock of Largo, Florida passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Elock. Loving mother of Shelly (Bob) Naglick, Peter Elock, Ray Elock, Margaret Elock, Joseph Elock, and Thomas (Nina) Elock. Cherished grandmother of Alexis, Shawn, Lauren (Stephen) and Lindsey (Aaron). Dear great-grandmother of Juliette, Thomas, and...
Cynthia Karen Gravila
August 10, 2024
Cynthia Karen Gravila of Lincoln Park, Michigan passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the age of 70. Beloved wife of 17 years to Steve Gravila. Cherished mother of Christopher (Mary) English, Charles Gravila, and Steven (Dominique) Gravila. Dearest grandmother of Tyler, Devon, Gabriella, Liam, Blakely, Halston, and Miles. Caring sister of Wendy Przytula, sister-in-law of Michelle (Mark)...
Joanne C. Nissen
August 9, 2024
Joanne Nissen, 78, of Taylor, Michigan, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on August 9, 2024. Born on May 15, 1946, in Detroit, she was the loving daughter of the late Milford and Esther Olson. Her life was driven by an unwavering dedication to her family and a profound faith that guided her every step.
...Donald Richard Mckenzie
August 8, 2024
Born in Decatur, Tennessee, Donald was the son of Richard and Artie Mae (Paul) McKenzie. He married the love of his life, Judith Hollatz, on August 18, 1979. He owned and operated Bud’s Towing for over 50 years, retiring in 2015. Donald was a member of the Loyal Order of The Moose in Northville and the Harley Owners Group....
Bonnie "Teenie" Jenkins
August 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Bonnie “Teenie” Jenkins aged 67, passed away on August 8, 2024, in Woodhaven, Michigan. Bonnie was born on January 17,1957, and dedicated her life to family, friends, and community.
Bonnie’s commitment to her family was paramount. She was a loving wife to her husband, John, and...
John Madden
August 8, 2024
John Madden of Allen Park, Michigan passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the age of 71. Beloved brother of Shirley French and step-brother of Debbie Davis. Loving uncle of Carl French, Mark French, Jane French, Ron Wolf, and Scott Wolf. John was preceded in death by his parents John and Delpha Madden and his sister Sandra (the...




