OBITUARIES

March 24, 2014

Milan Knezovich was born on a farm in Kinney, Minnesota to Drago and Angela Knezovich on October 3, 1932. He graduated from Martin Hughes High School in Buhl, Minnesota and attended junior college in Virginia, Minnesota. After serving four years in the United States Air Force, Milan earned a Bachelor's degree in education from the University of Minnesota, Duluth....

March 23, 2014

March in Monroe, Debra was the daughter of Cleatis & Martha (Fleemon) Lester. She married the love of her life, Terry Laurain, on June 25, 1986. A dedicated homemaker, Debra also had received her nursing degree from Monroe County Community College. She was a member of Phi Theta Kappa. Debra enjoyed gardening, flowers and decorating (especially Christmas Trees). Debra...

March 23, 2014

Born March 16, 1935, Joan was the daughter of Herbert & Angela (Duggan) King. She married the love of her life, Fred Luszczynski, on November 14, 1953 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rockwood. Sadly he preceded her in death June 3, 1998. A devoted wife and mother, Joan could often be found in her sewing room or baking cookies...

March 23, 2014

Truszkowski, Marlene C. age 54, March 23, 2014 of Wyandotte. Loving daughter of John (the late Eileen). Dearest sister of Linda and Donald (Sheila). Dear aunt of Donald, Caitlin and great-aunt of Luke. The family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society.

March 23, 2014

Brenda Joyce Steele was born at Wyandotte General Hospital on November 2, 1948. She died on March 23, 2014 at Southshore Medical Center in Trenton, MI. Brenda graduated from Allen Park High School in 1966. She attended David Libscomb College in Nashville, Tennessee for one year and then transferred to Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas, where she graduated...

March 21, 2014

Kruszka, Reginald "Reggie". Age 58. March 21, 2014 of Woodhaven and formerly of Trenton. Dearest dad of Patrick Kruszka (Jessica Benavides). Grandpa of Aubree. Loving brother of Gregory, Geraldine (Gordon) Basinger, Diane (Bob) McGuire and Pamela (Geroge) Erdei. Also survived by his nieces, nephews, other loving family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents John and Genevieve (nee:...

March 21, 2014

Shingleton, Marilyn Marie. March 21, 2014, of Trenton. Beloved wife of James for 52 years. Loving mother of Elise (Michael) Metric, Daniel (Leslie) Shingleton and Heather (Chris) Petersen. Proud grandmother of Evelyn Metric, Sabrina and Scott Shingleton. Dear sister of Louis (Earlaine) Kiel.

March 21, 2014

Born in Ewing, Virginia, Francis was the oldest of 13 children born to Floyd & Cora Ayers. She married the love of her life, George Hammac in 1948. Sadly he preceded her in death in 1987. A dedicated homemaker, Francis also cooked for many years at various local restaurants including the Busy Bee and Harmony House. She was a...

March 20, 2014

Bell, Annie Sue. Age 80. March 20, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of Susan Roberge, Sandra Chevalier and Sharon (Robert) Segura. Proud grandma of the late Michael, Sean (Lexi) Chevalier, Nicole Ryski, Katie (Brian) Golas, Jesse (Sara) Ryski, the late Jacqueline Ryski, Jennifer (Eric) Hawrylak, Andrew Chevalier, Daniel Ryski, Natalie (Adam) LaFata and Thomas (Amy)...

March 20, 2014

Born April 19, 1955, Ted was the son of Fred & Joan (King) Luszczynski. He married the love of his life, Diane Brown, on November 3, 1979. Sadly she preceded him in death June 2, 2008. Ted's spent 10 years as a Boilermaker with Local #169 and the rest of his career as a Welder/Fabricator with the Operating Engineers...

March 20, 2014

Sennett, Bernette Theresa. Age 95. March 20, 2014 of Southgate. Beloved wife of the late Mack. Loving mom of Thomas and Donald. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, her sister Beatrice Bushey as well as other loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Alphonse and Alvine (nee: Dube) Senechal and her siblings....

March 20, 2014

Jenkins, Joyce E. Age 91, of Trenton. March 20, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Dewey W. Jenkins. Loving mother of Wayne Jenkins. Visitation Sunday 2-9 pm at The Trenton Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd. Funeral service Monday 2 pm at the funeral home. Entombment Michigan Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity...

March 19, 2014

Clipper, George age 98, March 19, 2014 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of the late Angeline. Loving father of Ronald (Diane). Dearest grandfather of Christie, Lori (Roger) Furman and Michael (Cathy). Dear great-grandfather of 5. Also survived by his daughter-in-law Bernadette, his nieces Lillian (Jerry) Post, Marie Miller, Danielle (Dan) Hart, Julianna (Paul) Emery and his nephews Darin (Tracey)...

March 18, 2014

March 16, 2014

Eatmon, Will E. Age 26, of Ecorse. March 16, 2014. Loving son of Patrick Eatmon and Rebecca Eatmon. Dear brother of Daniel, Kristy and Sarah. Proud uncle of Jessica Marie. Dearest grandson of Irene McNeill. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

March 16, 2014

March 15, 2014

Esther C. Rupp, age 95, of Maybee, Mi, passed away Saturday March 15, 2014 at Fountainview of Monroe. Esther was born September 6, 1918 in Maybee to Frank and Bertha (Steinman) Gotha. She graduated from Ann Arbor High School in 1939. Esther married Carl Rupp May 16, 1940 at St Thomas Rectory Ann Arbor; sadly he preceded her in...

March 14, 2014

Medel, Michael J. "Pops". Age 82. March 14, 2014 of Taylor. Loving dad of Michael J. and Darryl (Janet). Proud grandpa of Shaun Minor, Scott (Lacie) McCloud, Chrystal Lewis, Bradley Medel (Kelsey Donnley) and Ryan Medel. Dearest great grandpa of Gabriel Minor and Juliana Harris. Also survived by other loving family and friends. Michael was a graduate of Holy...

March 14, 2014

Willey, Dennis E. Age 71 of Rochester Hills, formerly of Trenton. March 14, 2014. Loving father of Sandra Lewis, Susan (Jim) Moutgalias and Jack Willey. Proud grandfather of George, Kim, Nick, Aaron and Ryan. Dear brother of David (Terry) Willey. Loving companion of Diane Wyrick. Avid sailor and competed in numerous Mackinac races. A memorial service will be held...

March 14, 2014

Kowalski, Arnold J. Age 70. March 14, 2014 of Southgate. Beloved husband of 48 years to Patricia (nee: Conant). Loving dad of Kimberlee (Mike) Blaskiewicz. Proud grandpa of Morgan and Kaitlyn. Dearest brother of Leo. Also survived by other loving family and friends. Arnold graduated from St. Casimir High School in Detroit; he was an avid hunter and fisherman...