OBITUARIES

July 9, 2024

Arthur “Dale” Straub - 90 yrs. of Maybee, MI - died surrounded by family at Hampton Manor in Dundee, MI, under the care of Compassionate Hospice. Friends may call at the Martenson Funeral Home, Maybee, MI Thursday July 18, 2024, from 2-8 PM, with Rosary Thursday evening. He will lie-in-state on Friday July 19, 2024, from 10 AM until...

July 9, 2024

Stella Marie Francis, age 65 of Monroe, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

Born in Monroe, Stella was the daughter of John and Marion (McLaughlin) Czupich. She was married to Dan Rock Francis on June 6, 1977. Stella met Bruce Miller in 2002 and they were together until his passing in 2002. Together they enjoyed...

July 9, 2024

Jimmy Angel Rosario, Jr. was born on December 14, 1991 in Detroit, Michigan and on July 9, 2024 he went Home to be with the Lord and his family that went before him. He was born and raised in Southwest Detroit. Beloved father of Jimmy Angel Rosario, III and Analiyah Elianna Rosario. Dearest brother of Alexis Elkins, Joshua Elkins,...

July 8, 2024

Sharon Martha Craine “Klimek”, age 79, was soon to be 80 on July 31st, passed away in Angela Hospice care on July 8th, 2024 surrounded by her family.

She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Wayne, of 50 years. Caring, strong, and loving mother to Edward, late Michael (Carol), and Daniel (Michele). Loving...

July 8, 2024

Mary Catherine Chupurdy of Grosse Ile Twp., Michigan passed away in her home on Monday, July 8, 2024 at the age of 58. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Neal Chupurdy. Cherished mother of Dennis Chupurdy, Dillon Chupurdy, and Deric Chupurdy. Loving sister of Ann (Alan) Summers, Laura (the late Richard) Wirtel, Donna Darin-Volz, and Noreen (James) Chessrown. Dear...

July 7, 2024

Fred Drotar

08-16-1930 – 07-07-2024

This past Sunday, Fred Drotar passed away at home in Newport, Michigan, with

his sons, Tom and Bill, and daughter, Mary, by his side, just short of his 94th

birthday. His incredible journey started in 1930 in Detroit, along with 11 brothers

...

July 7, 2024

Egidio Antonio Pomponio, age 81 of Southgate, passed away on July 7, 2024 peacefully surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Anna Pomponio "Liberatore", of 60 years.

Loving and cherished dad to Morris (Donna), Kathy (Enrico), and Emanuele (Laina). Loving papa to Antonio, Luca, Erica, Natasha, Marco, and Francesca. Loving...

July 6, 2024

Russell Leon VanWasshenova, age 68 of South Rockwood, passed away July 6, 2024.

Born in Monroe, Russell was the son of Harold and Betty (LeFeve) Van Wasshenova. A graduate of Airport High School, he continued his education at Washtenaw Community College. Russell married the love of his life, Emily McNabb, in 1982. He dedicated his career to...

July 5, 2024

Barbara Raymond, of Rockwood, passed away July 5, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Marvin Hilray Raymond. Loving mom of Cheryl Ann (Dennis) O’Sullivan. Cherished grandmother of Ronald O’Sullivan, Kenneth O’Sullivan, and Christopher (Alicia) O’Sullivan. Proud great grandmother of Zack, O’Sullivan, Kelsey O’Sullivan, Rory O’Sullivan, Finn O’Sullivan, and four great great grandchildren. She is survived by her sister, Janet...

July 4, 2024

Bonnie Dougherty, of Gibraltar, passed away July 4, 2024. Beloved wife of the late William Dougherty. Loving mother of William (Candace) and Joseph (Sharon). Dear granny of Joe, Joanna, Alicia, and Danielle. Proud great granny of Emily, Alex, Joslyn, Leah, Nathan, Christopher, and Brooklyn. She is survived by many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. She is preceded...

July 3, 2024

Cheryl May, beloved mother, Mimi, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 3, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was 69 years old.

Born on November 30th, 1954 in Oakland, California, Cheryl was known for her dedication to education and her unwavering passion for teaching. As a Trenton Public School teacher for over...

July 2, 2024

Ronald Ballard, age 76 of Allen Park, passed away Tuesday July 2nd, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Ronald was born October 30th, 1947 to the late Ronald C. and Betty Ballard. Loving husband of the late Trudy. Dear father of Tammy (John) Ballard- Bohlender, Ronald, Michael (the late Anna), Andy, Missy, Keisha (Andrew), Kaliah, Daniah,...

July 2, 2024

Patrick Neil Hawkins

February 3, 1951 – July 2, 2024

Patrick Hawkins, 73, passed away suddenly on July 2, 2024.

He was born February 3, 1951 and was raised by his mother in Dearborn, MI, where he graduated from Fordson High School in 1968. He married Joyce...

July 2, 2024

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Lawrence was born on November 5, 1956 and passed away on July 2, 2024 at the age of 67; he resided in Lincoln Park. Beloved husband of 30 years to Harelene. Loving father of Ronald (Melissa), Julie Ann (Eddie), Stephanie (Thomas & Patrick). Proud papa of...

July 1, 2024

Donna Jo (Cline) Rodgers was born on November 8, 1937 in Trenton, Michigan and passed away on July 1, 2024 at the age of 87; she was of Grosse Ile. Beloved Wife of the late Edward Lee. Loving Mom of Mark, Laura (Brian) Steffke, Philip (Karen), Timothy and James (Lisa). Proud Grandma of 10 and Great Grandma of 8....

June 30, 2024

Irene B. Reichwage

01/05/1934 – 6/30/2024

Irene B. Reichwage (Doyon), was born January 5, 1934 in Detroit,

Michigan to Joseph and Josephine Doyon. She graduated from

Wyandotte Roosevelt High School, where she met her husband James

Reichwage. They were married immediately upon his return from the

Korean...

June 29, 2024

Laura Rinna Paige, of Okemos, passed away June 29, 2024. Cherished daughter of the late Giulio and the late Angeline Rinna. Loving sister of Thomas Rinna. Dear aunt of Aaron Rinna. Beloved niece of Milio and Viola Rinna.

Visitation will take place at The Allen Park Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral...

June 28, 2024

Donald Albert Lizyness, age 80 of Rockwood, passed away June 28, 2024.

Born October 3, 1943 in Monroe, Donald was the son of Frank and Ramona (Cousino) Lizyness. He married the love of his life, Clara Hicks, on September 19, 1964. Sadly she preceded him in death August 27, 2020. Donald worked for Ford Motor Company, most...

June 27, 2024

Steve was born on January 12, 1952 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on June 27, 2024 at the age of 72; he was of Dearborn Heights, Michigan. Beloved dad of Steve (Jessica) Stempien, Ryan (Kehlee) Roberts and Wayne (Samantha) Roberts. Proud grandpa “Old Man” of Steven, Carter, Kelsey, Hannah, Miranda, Easton and Brantley and great grandpa of Cambree....

June 27, 2024

“My Dad” by Ellen Trudell

Norman Thomas Trudell was born on January 19, 1949 in Detroit and raised in Southwest Detroit, where he spent his childhood and early adulthood, and also where he met his beloved wife of 41 years, Karin.

A lover of sports and comic books from a young...