OBITUARIES

December 25, 2024

Brian James Maddox Sr

Sunrise: November 24th, 1972 – Sunset: December 25th, 2024.

Brian James Maddox Sr, age 52 of Romulus, Michigan made his transition on the 25th of December, 2024 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan surrounded by his loving family and Friends.

Brian was born at Riverside...

December 25, 2024

Thomas C. Nankervis was born to Loretta H. Nankervis and John Nankervis in Detroit, MI on January 30, 1938. He passed away peacefully on December 25th, 2024, at his home on Grosse Ile, MI at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Stephanie (Johnson) Nankervis, his ex wife, Carol Nankervis, his daughters, Nancy...

December 24, 2024

Born in Rockwood, Joyce was the daughter of Charles and Mildred (Pierson) Domke. She was the Rockwood City Clerk for over 20 years. Joyce married Don Withey on May 7, 1992. Sadly he preceded her in death February 8, 2006. A faithful member of the Woodhaven Bible Church, Joyce cherished times spent with her family.

Joyce leaves...

December 24, 2024

Billy Joe Towle, age 78 of Riverview, passed away on December 24, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband to his recent late wife, Altha Maude Towle.

Devoted father to John (Michelle), Patricia, and late Billy Joe Jr. Dearest grandfather to Damien, Paige, Raven (Jake), and Gage (Heather). Loving great-grandfather to Brinley,...

December 23, 2024

Paul Randell Thompson was born on May 17,1939 in Feds Creek, Kentucky and went home to be with the Lord on December 23,2024 at the age of 85; he was of Woodhaven and formerly of Trenton. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (Lockaby). Precious daddy of Jennifer Rene Thompson and survived by his loving sister, Ermalee (Paul) Stanley. Paul...

December 23, 2024

Born in Detroit, Joan was the daughter of Leo and Leona (Heide) Hyland. She married the love of her life, Wayne Sandifer, sadly he preceded her in death March 12, 1985. A dedicated homemaker, Joan also worked customer service at Wesburn Golf Course. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Rockwood. Joan enjoyed going to the...

December 23, 2024

Joanie Morgan, age 76 of Flat Rock, MI was born October 29, 1948 and passed away December 23, 2024 surrounded by family. Loving bride of Craig C. Morgan for 42 wonderful years. Loving mother of James P. Valentine, Jodi (Stephen) Bogue and Michelle (Dave) Olson. Proud grandma of Paige (Iain) McCormick, Ciara (Jon) Dunlap, Owen Herring, Hunter (Vince) Olson,...

December 23, 2024

Robert Raymond Nowicke, age 76 of Grosse Ile, MI passed away December 23, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. He had two great loves in his life; Susan Nowicke, his wife for 53 wonderful years and his dear, amazing cat Carter. Robert is preceded in death by his parents Ray and Edna Nowicke. Loving brother of Joanne (David) Cooley, Patricia...

December 22, 2024

Virginia Lorraine Rousse, affectionately known by her family as “Virgie”, age 95 of Woodhaven, Michigan, formerly of Allen Park, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Donald Rousse. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents Samuel and Mary Martin and her siblings; Dorothy Barker, Irene Olson, Lucille Purcell, Maxine Sharp, Betty Suchan, Lillian...

December 22, 2024

Born October 9, 1930 in Mill City, Pennsylvania, Helen was the daughter of Alfred and Lottie (Keeler) Kern. She married the love of her life, Donald Walker, on November 10, 1954. Sadly he preceded her in death September 20, 2024. A dedicated homemaker, Helen also worked as a Teachers Aide with Lincoln Park Schools for many years. She enjoyed...

December 21, 2024

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Anna was born on July 12, 1929 and went Home to be with the Lord on December 21, 2024 at the age of 95; she was of Taylor. Beloved wife of the late Bob. Loving mother of John (Kathy), Eileen (Jack), Kathleen (the late David) and...

December 20, 2024

Martha Jane Gape, born May 26, 1935 died December 20, 2024. She is survived by sister and brother in law Kathy and Ken Meek, her children Shelley Flood (Mark), Deb Lamers (Greg), Jen Coggins, and Kenny Gape (Margie); 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, K. Bruce Gape, and...

December 19, 2024

Larry "Lawrence" Paul Longfellow, 82, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024, at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. He was a beloved husband to Elaine and a cherished father to Sherri Amann (Manfred) and Kristen Veliz (Jose). Larry took great joy in being a caring grandfather to Nicholas, Patrick, Danielle, Noah, and Olivia. He...

December 19, 2024

JoAnn Bevins-Gardner, age 82 of Southgate, passed away December 19th, 2024.

JoAnn was born October 21st, 1942 to the late Joseph and Dorothy Susnjar. Loving wife of the late Charles. Dear mother of Diane Haygen, Suzanne Stevanovich, Joseph Bevins, and the late Mona Lisa Ramirez. Proud grandmother of Michael Ramirez, Andrew Ramirez, Nicholas...

December 19, 2024

Papalia, Dominic, December 19, age 86, of Trenton.  Beloved husband of Joyce.  Dear father of Pasquale "Pat" (Deborah), Rocky (Angela) and Denise.  Dearest grandfather of Brandon Meyers, Dominic, Dante, Olivia and Rocco.  also survived by one sister Mary Bruno.

December 19, 2024

Ginny was born on July 14, 1945 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on December 19, 2024 at the age of 79; she was of Melvindale. Beloved wife of the late Dennis. Loving mom of Rosemarie (Bob) Fox and Jeff (Tennille) Warzecha. Proud gramma of Kaitlyn, Nicholas, Joshua, the late Cody, Cameron, Savannah, Lauren and Aubrey and great gramma...

December 19, 2024

Astrida Marija Milligan of Trenton, Michigan passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at the age of 82. After meeting her husband, Dr. James S. Milligan, on the campus of Ohio State University, she was happily married for 45 years before his passing in 2009. While working as a dedicated nurse, she was a beloved mother of John Milligan...

December 19, 2024

Debra was born on December 11, 1952 in Kitteryme, Maine and passed away on December 19, 2024 at the age of 72; she was of Riverview. Beloved wife to Steven. Loving mom of Michelle and David. Proud grandma of Vincent, Raina, and Jet. Also survived by her brothers, sisters, other loving family and friends.

December 18, 2024

Vito Gaglio, age 82 of Southgate, MI passed away December 18, 2024. Beloved husband of Mary Gaglio. Cherished father of Rosa Abbulone (Russ Abbulone), Sandy Bommarito (Salvatore Bommarito), Gina Durdubakov, Pia Chasney (Joe Chasney), Lisa Kirk (Jason Kirk), Rosolino Gaglio, and Christina Hayes (Brandon Hayes). Adored grandfather of Pietro Bommarito, Vito Bommarito, Aleksandro Kirk, Samuele Bommarito, Caterina Abbulone, Maria...

December 18, 2024

James David Fowler passed away on December 18, 2024, at the age of 66 in his home in Brownstown, MI. Born January 5, 1958 in Trenton, MI.

A gathering to honor Jim’s life will be held on Sunday, December 29, 2024, from 3:00pm-7:00pm at Martenson Funeral Home, located at 3200 West Rd, Trenton, MI 48183....