OBITUARIES

Richard G. Rankin

June 15, 2024

Richard G. Rankin, age 64 of Allen Park, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024.

Born in Detroit, Richard was the son of Duncan and Mary (MacDonald) Rankin. A graduate of Detroit South Western High School he worked for many years in the bearing industry.

Richard leaves to cherish his memory his siblings: Ronald (Debra) Rankin,...

Regina Frances Maxwell

June 15, 2024

Regina Frances Maxwell, age 77 of Allen Park, passed away June 16, 2024.

Born in Detroit, Regina was the daughter of George and Leora (Rhodes) Franke. She was a lover of art and nature. She enjoyed gardening, drawing, and doing jigsaw puzzles. Regina was an avid thrift-shopper, an animal lover, a wonderful cook, and enjoyed...

Willis Alvin Keesee

June 14, 2024

Willis “Bill” Alvin Keesee, age 83 of Monroe, passed away June 14, 2024 in his home.

Born June 24, 1940 in Bristol, Virginia, Bill was the son of Alvin and Edna (Byran) Keesee. A 1957 graduate of Wallace High School, he very proudly and faithfully served our country in the United States Marine Corps from March 17,...

Thomas Kootsillas

June 13, 2024

Thomas A. Kootsillas, 80 years of age died at home June 13th, 2024. Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Ilene and his brother, Frank (Debbi) . He leaves behind his daughters, Deborah (Ken) Darr and their children Tyler and Celine; Barbra Kootsillas (Mike Walters); their children Brendan and Noah. Tom also leaves behind a brother, Robert Kootsillas...

Ramon "Monie" Garcia, Iii

June 13, 2024

Ramon “Monie” Garcia, III of Garden City, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the age of 42. Beloved son of Mercedes Garcia and Ramon Garcia, Jr. Cherished brother of Felipe (Amy) Garcia and Eric Garcia. Dearest “Uncle Mone” of Marcus, Carlito, Alina, Isabella, and Emma. Caring nephew of Ardelia Lawhorn, Hilda (Jim) Gambino, Betty Davis,...

Leo Louis Kormos

June 11, 2024

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Leo was born on January 29, 1936 in Trenton, Michigan and died on June 11, 2024 at the age of 88. Cherished husband of 56 years to the late Connie. Loving father of Amy (Paul) and Allen (Davena). Proud grandfather of Courtney (Brent), Paul (Megan), Rachel...

Jennifer Ann Moline

June 11, 2024

Jenny Moline, age 39 of Allen Park, passed away Tuesday June 11th, 2024.

Loving mother of Mary. Dear daughter of Mary (Anthony) Moline. Also survived by her brother Jeff Moline and half siblings Anna and Kenny.

Jenny's loving, fun, and caring soul will be greatly missed by all.

Anne Marie Bradley

June 11, 2024

Anne Marie Schropp Bradley, BSN, RN, 54, beloved wife, sister, aunt, godmother and friend died suddenly and peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Anne Marie, who had enjoyed robust great health her entire life, was diagnosed with leukemia on Saturday, June 8, 2024, and passed away three days later of Acute...

Rose Marie Arnold

June 10, 2024

Rose Marie Arnold, age 76, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2024. She is survived by her husband Kenneth Paul Arnold; her children Kenneth Paul Arnold II, James (Cheryl) Arnold, and Lisa Arnold; her grandchildren Randy Arnold, Ryan Arnold, Cherokee Arnold, James Arnold, Karrina Pulk, Kalyn Bolton, and Joshua Arnold; as well as many great-grandchildren. Rose is preceded in...

Alakson Androsian

June 8, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alakson Androsian. He was born on March 10, 1926 in E. St. Louis, Illinois and passed away at his home in Lincoln Park, Michigan on June 8, 2024. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Androsian, his son, Keith Androsian and his daughter, Georgeanne Dysart. He...

James Clarence Bruhn

June 8, 2024

James Clarence Bruhn of Allen Park, Michigan passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the age of 72. Beloved father of James Bruhn, Robert Bruhn, and Michael Bruhn (Melissa Perala). Cherished brother of Virginia “Kookie” (Sam) Blair. Dearest papa of Johnathon, Blake, and Kayla. Caring uncle of David (Angela Skotak) Benkarski, and Diana (Andrew) Nelsen. Sweet great-uncle of...

Margaret Amey Kanowski

June 7, 2024

Margaret Amey Kanowski, age 92 of Riverview, MI. Loving wife of Ernest J. Kanowski Jr. Beloved Mother of Kathleen (Mark) Boettcher, Diane (Jim) Hanley, Jerry (Peggy) Kanowski, Maureen (Terry) Benedict, Laura (John) DeMarco, and John (Candy) Kanowski.

Dearest Grandmother of Ashley, Nicole, Matt, Michelle, Sarah, Sean, Kyle, Jake, Kiley, Kennedy, and Jack. Great Grandmother to Kaelyn, Logan,...

Larry Bruce Jennings

June 5, 2024

Larry Bruce Jennings, age 77 of Monroe, passed away June 5, 2024 after a long battle with Parkinson's.

Born January 14, 1947 in Lansing, Michigan, Larry was the son of Leland and Mildred (Fitzpatrick) Jennings Jr. A graduate of Waverly High School, he faithfully served our country in the United States Army in Vietnam. Larry married the...

John Stanley Czarnik

June 4, 2024

John Stanley Czarnik, age 82 of Trenton, MI passed away June 4, 2024. Loving husband of Millie for 57 wonderful years. Beloved father of Lisa Czarnik, Alison Anne (Troy Seaburg) Czarnik and Jason (Cindy) Czarnik. Proud papa of Alison Marie Czarnik, Lakin Turner, Kayla Czarnik, Jack Czarnik and great-grandfather of Lily Czarnik. Loving brother of Joanne (the late Brian)...

Douglas Norman Sherrard

June 3, 2024

Douglas Norman Sherrard was born in Trenton, Michigan to Mark and Flossie Sherrard (nee LaBell) on September17, 1926 and passed away peacefully in Monroe, Michigan on June 3, 2024, at the age of 97.

Doug was born and raised, met and married his loving wife Jessie, worked most of his career, and raised his family...

Terry Malone

June 3, 2024

Terry was born on December 1, 1964 on Dearborn, Michigan and passed away on June 3, 2024 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 59; he was of Allen Park. Beloved dad of Adam and Brady. Dearest brother of Sharon (the late AL) Oshinsky, Kevin (Kathleen), and the late Patrick. Loving uncle of Ryan (Kim), Sean, Nicole...

Edith Mae Mitchell

June 2, 2024

Edith was born on September 3, 1945 in Goshen, Alabama and passed away on June 2, 2024 at her home in Southgate, Michigan at the age of 78. Beloved mom of Dana Mitchell and Renee Jackson. Cherished granny of Dantae George. Dearest sister of Curtis Jackson, Callie Mae Bodiford-Dean, Glen Bodiford, Valerie Bodiford, AC Ramsey, Rufus Jackson, Jr., Dewayne...

Pauline Kalisz

June 1, 2024

Pauline Kalisz, age 95 of Grosse Ile, passed away June 1, 2024.

Born in Honaker, Virginia, Pauline was the daughter of Thurman and Edna (Compton) Deel. She married the love of her life, John Kalisz, on November 22, 1948. Sadly he preceded her in death May 18, 2016. A dedicated homemaker, Pauline was a faithful member of...

Robert "Boomer" Sweitzer

May 31, 2024

Robert "Boomer" Sweitzer, age 81 of Trenton, MI passed away May 31, 2024. Loving brother of Karen Smith. Proud uncle of Heather (Jimmy) Stewart, Heidi Smith and was a proud dog uncle. He also leaves behind his many friends and family. Boomer proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was an avid golfer, fisherman and enjoyed...

Glen Richard Struthers

May 31, 2024

Glen R. Struthers, of Grosse Ile, passed away on Friday May 31, 2024, at the age of 83. Beloved husband of the late Gloria Struthers. We can all take comfort knowing he is with Gloria now. Cherished Uncle of many nieces & nephews. Glen was very family oriented, even though he did not have children of his own, he...