OBITUARIES
Our Obituaries
Mrs. Marie Maryann Tupacz
February 25, 2013
Born in Detroit, Marie was the daughter of Julius & Madeline (Kramer) Mandelka. She married Chester Tupacz in 1947. Sadly he preceded her in death December 29, 1975. A dedicated homemaker and wife of a farmer, Marie loved spending time outdoors. Marie will be greatly missed by her daughter Sally (Harold) Wolverton of Grass Lake; 10 grandchildren and 9...
Mr. John Edward York
February 24, 2013
Born in Detroit, John was the son of Walter & Pauline York. Beloved husband of the late Margaret. Dearest father of Linda (James) Morris, Johnny (Karen) York and the late Michael York. Also leave to cherish his memory 2 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
Stellamae Rose Zellerino
February 23, 2013
Beloved wife of the late Darrell. Loving mother of Darrell Lee and Sandra (Mark) Enright. Dearest grandmother of Stephanie, Vincent and Lydia. Also survived by several loving nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Donations in Stellamae's memory may be made to the donor's charity of choice.
Ronald G. Hammond, Md
February 23, 2013
Hammond, Ronald G., MD, age 75, February 23, 2013 of Trenton. Beloved husband of Carole. Loving father of Mary Beth (Robert) Hollman, Ronald (Janice) Hammond, Susan (Paul) Robinson and Michael (Erin) Hammond. Also survived by his grandchildren Timothy, Lauren, Michael, Christina, Megan, Nicholas and Colleen; his brother Thomas (Carolyn) Hammond. Preceeded in death by his sister Patricia Letang. Contributions...
Freda Forgey
February 22, 2013
Beloved wife of the late Joseph Funari. Loving mother of Linda (John) Powser and step-mother of Maryann and Antoinette. Dearest grandma of Christy Butler, Shelley (Michael) Benn, James (Madeline) Butler, Sierra (Nathan) Lykins and great-grandma of Jack Benn, Ryan Benn and Bradley Butler. Freda has been the owner of White Grove Restaurant in Detroit for over 60 years.
Mr Daniel A. Hindbaugh
February 21, 2013
Daniel A. Hindbaugh, age 54, of Monroe, MI. beloved husband of Kimberly (Rautio), and a friend of a host of relatives and friends. Dan worked as a tool crib manager at Michigan Assembly Wayne, Michigan for over 29 years. He enjoyed working in his garden, woodworking and especially restoring antique tractors.
Walter R. Bagwell
February 21, 2013
Bagwell, Walter R. Age 90 of Taylor, formerly of Allen Park. February 21, 2013. Beloved husband of Sandra for 49 years. Loving father of Carol (Thomas) Carouvich, Janet (Richard) Schiller, Linda (Jay) Willis, Cindy (John) Chrysler and Marcia (Tracy) Fressel. Proud grandfather of 17. Great grandfather of 19. Dear brother of Erma (Richard) Wagner. Preceded in death by daughter...
Ms. Bonnie Jo Begeman
February 21, 2013
Begeman, Bonnie Jo, age 61 of Trenton, passed away February 21, 2013. Loving daughter of Vera and the late Raymond Begeman. Dear sister of Nancy (Leon) Seal-Stern. Bonnie is also survived by 1 niece, 3 nephews, 4 great nieces, and 1 great nephew. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 465 Oak Street. Wyandotte, Michigan. 48192.
Mr. Bennie Euel Keeton
February 20, 2013
Keeton, Bennie Euel. Age 79. February 20, 2013 of Taylor. Beloved husband of Lynda and the late Ruby. Loving father of Arthie (Alice), Billy (Patricia), the late Ruby Gail, the late Paul, Bonnie (Robin). Step father to Donna and Darrell. Also survived by his grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, other loving family and friends. Memorial contributions may be made...
William R. Lane
February 20, 2013
Beloved husband of the late Anne. Loving father of Patricia, William (Christy) and Roger (Kris). Dearest grandpa of Alex, Emma, Kelsie and Connor. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and other family members. Donations in memory of William may be made to the donor's charity of choice.
Lawrence "Larry" E. Hopp, Jr.
February 20, 2013
Loving father of Melanie (Eric) Johnson. Dearest grandpa of Mariah and Zackery. Eldest brother of Marilyn Muth and Tom. Son of our dearly departed Lawrence E. Hopp Sr., and Vera (Dunn) Hopp. Friend to many, believer in Christ our savior. Larry graduated from Rochester H.S., and later received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Wayne State University. He...
Mr. John A. 'Jack' Chesney
February 19, 2013
Chesney, John A. "Jack", age 83, February 19, 2013 of Riverview. Beloved Father of Thomas (Nancy) Chesney, Robert (Pam) Chesney, Deborah (Thomas) Morden, Suzanne Laramie, Jacqueline Mercer and Michele (Dale Saylor) Chesney. Also survived by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Contributions in memory of Jack's life may be made to the charity of your choice. A video tribute to...
Bradley David Hassett
February 19, 2013
Born in Trenton, Brad was the son of Earl & Rosemarie (Reynolds) Hassett Jr. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator with Local 324 of the International Union of Operating Engineers. An avid boater and outdoorsman, Brad was a member of the Swan Boat Club. He enjoyed 4-wheeling, off-roading, remote control cars and had a passion for power and speed,...
Clarence "Larry" Marcoux
February 19, 2013
Beloved husband of the late Elsie. Loving father of Susan (Vaughn) Rowe, Ann (Mark) Regan, Michael, Paul (Gale), Michelle Veino, Joseph (Linda), Jeffery (Cherri), the late David and the late Edward. Dearest grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 5. Dear brother of Betty Sharkey. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Larry grew up in Saginaw Michigan. He graduated from...
Mrs. Nancy Carr Parker
February 18, 2013
Parker, Nancy Carr. Age 60. February 18, 2013 of Woodhaven. Beloved wife of 35 years to Rick. Loving daughter of Donald and the late Anetta. Dearest sister to Janis (Robert) Lorimer, Greg Carr and Randy (Penny) Carr. Also survived by her nieces, nephews, other loving family and friends. Nancy was the Multiple Sclerosis Downriver Support Group leader for 18...
Mrs. Sharon Kay Hurst
February 18, 2013
Sharon Kay Hurst passed away at Sinai-Grace Hospital in Detroit. Sharon was born in Monroe, MI to John S. and Barbara B. (Baker) Miracle; she attended Carlson High School and was employed at Wayne County Airport Authority for over 13 years. Sharon married Kenneth L. Hurst December 3, 1972 in Rockwood, MI. Sharon enjoyed gardening, pets, flowers and being...
Lula M. Harrell
February 18, 2013
Lula Mae Harrell entered into the presence of her Savior at age 90 on February 18, 2013. Born to William & Lula Timberlake on May 9, 1922, she lived in Murfreesboro, Tennessee with her 4 brothers and 3 sisters, until she married Allen Harrell in 1940. Together they made their home in Michigan, where they raised their 3 children....
Jr., Dawn And William, Iii Gatesy William
February 18, 2013
Gatesy, William, Jr. age 55, Dawn age 53 and William, III age 28. February 18, 2013 all of Allen Park. William and Dawn are survived by their loving daughters Nicole (Jason) Montminy and Jennifer (Dean) Fenner and were the proud grandparents of Chase and Addison Montminy. William, III is survived by his 2 sisters Nicole (Jason) Montminy and Jennifer...
Mr. Samuel James Mignano
February 17, 2013
Born in Monroe, Sam was the son of Joseph & Rose (Barretta) Mignano. A 1945 graduate of Monroe High School, Sam honorably served his country in the United States Army. He married Virginia Neboyskey on October 8, 1949. Sadly, after 61 years of marriage, she preceded him in death March 3, 2011. Sam worked for over 33 years at...
Mrs Darlus L. Gonzales
February 17, 2013
Gonzales, Darlus L., age 77, February 17, 2013 of Taylor, MI. Beloved wife of Peter Gonzales and the late Donald Anderson. Dearest mother of Ken (Sheila) Anderson, Blaine (Shelia) Anderson and the late Adriene Hawks. Also survived by her son-in-law Hank Hawks; her grandchildren; 3 sisters; her brother; her step-children Marlene (the late Mitch) Davis, Marie McGinnis, Janis (Ed)...