OBITUARIES

November 30, 2024

Jack Francis Conrad, 82, of Dearborn Heights passed away Nov. 30, 2024. Beloved husband of Suzanne, dearest father of Jennifer LaForce (Lennis) and Jeffrey. Dearest Papa of Olivia and Kyle. Dear brother-in-law of Mary Lou Matthews and uncle of Angela Matthews Perkett (Drew), Steven Matthews (Kate) and James Matthews (Leanne). Dear great uncle of Tess, Josie, Jonathan and Glen....

November 28, 2024

Chester James Budziak of Sun City, Florida (formerly of Cleveland, Ohio), passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of 52 years to Judy Budziak. Cherished father of Christopher Budziak, M.D. and Michael Budziak. Adored grandfather of Christopher James, Andrew Brian, and Ryan Thomas. Chester was preceded in death by his parents Chester...

November 27, 2024

Born in Wyandotte, Robert was the son of Bernard and Lilly (Bampton) Shingleton. A graduate of Wyandotte Roosevelt High School, he worked as a Machinist. Robert’s interests included literature, music and genealogy.

Robert leaves to cherish his memory, his siblings: James Shingleton and Judith May Smith; as well as his nieces and nephews: Dave Smith, Sue (Lee)...

November 26, 2024

Richard Alan Schubert of Southgate, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of 41 years to Nancy Schubert. Cherished father of Jimmie, James (Melissa), Lionel (Loran), Heather (Matthew), and Ronni (Mark). Loving papa of 15 and dear great-papa of 8. Adored brother of Beth Ann and Dennis. Richard was preceded in...

November 25, 2024

Jack Hartley, 89 of Grosse Ile, MI. Born on April 5, 1935 in Alexandria, IN to Paul Ralph Hartley and Leila Bruton Emmons; he

passed away on November 25, 2024

Husband of Sue Hartley for 68 years. Father of Elizabeth Hartley, Monica (Doug) Treadwell, and Rhett Hartley. Proud grandpa of Nathan Treadwell, James...

November 24, 2024

It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of David Cole Giltner Jr. On November 24, 2024.

David was born on November 7, 1958, in Garden City Michigan. He grew up with his mom Patricia Dandy along with two sisters Jody Johnson and Annette Hovious and a brother Bill Dandy. He would later...

November 23, 2024

Sandra Vassallo, of Riverview, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the age of 55 or as she would say “double nickels.”

She was the beloved wife of Caterina Lo Duca. Cherished mother of Angela Lillian Shemwell and Jesse Agostino Shemwell (Caitlyn). Fur mom to her baby, Sophia.

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November 23, 2024

Donald James Thompson, Jr. was born on October 21,1951 in Jackson, Michigan and passed away on November 23,2024 at the age of 73; he resided in Southgate, Michigan. Don proudly served his Country in the United States Air Force. He retired after 28 years of service with Wayne County as an accountant. He was an avid car enthusiast and...

November 23, 2024

Born in Detroit, Katelyn was the daughter of Francis and Cynthia (Brooks) Shuereb. A graduate of Allen Park High School, she worked as an Auto Mechanic for various dealerships, most recently Fischer Honda. Katelyn’s most treasured memories were those spent with her family, her biggest goal in life was to be the best mother she could be.

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November 22, 2024

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The memorial gathering will be at The Allen Park Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (Corner of Goddard), Allen Park on Saturday, December 7th, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM. The memorial service will begin at 11:30 AM at...

November 21, 2024

Linda Catherine Fairgrieve “Pietruszkiewicz”, age 66 of Allen Park, passed away on Novmeber 21, 2024. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Tom Fairgrieve, of 37 years.

Loving domestic partner to Paul Praedel, of 8 years. Cherished and devoted mother to Melissa Pierson. Proud grandma to Terry and Aubrey; great-grandma to Arya. Caring...

November 20, 2024

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Jessie was a proud and devoted mother to Kai Thomas Owens. Beloved daughter of Dawn Riley, Michelle Riley, and the late Mark Riley. She was a kind, caring sister to Brandy Riley and a deeply adored aunt to Ariana and Elijah Riley, and Victor and Lilith...

November 18, 2024

Doris F. Goudreau passed away November 18th, 2024 in Dearborn, MI. Doris passed away less than 2 weeks before her 103rd birthday. She was born in Willard, OH to Clint and Alice Keiffer. She was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth and sister, Garland . She was married to Michael Costantino from 1943 until his death in 1982....

November 18, 2024

Michael Richard Stout, age 53 of Taylor, MI and Fresno, CA, passed away on November 18, 2024. He was the beloved husband to Jennifer Bader-Stout, of 23 years.

Loving father to Daphne. Dearest brother to late Katherine (Mark) Black and Andrea (Daniel) Bernadine. Beloved son to Richard and Marie Stout. Cherished uncle to Stephanie and...

November 18, 2024

Terry Michael Gunnell, age 73, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his

loved ones on November 18th , 2024.

Born to James and Carolyn Gunnell, the Gunnell family included his surviving siblings,

David (Alfie) and Richard (Lisa). Terry is also survived by his wife Vickie and his first

wife...

November 16, 2024

Robert H. Sharkey, age 80, of Grosse Ile Twp, Michigan passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024 in his home while surrounded by his loving family. Cherished husband of 59 years to Terry Sharkey. Dearest father of Roxanne (Rick) Gayheart, Robert Sharkey Jr. (Dora Rodriguez), and Rene (Ray) Matchko. Dear grandfather of Steven (Justice) Gayheart, Nicole (Jon Barley) Gayheart,...

November 15, 2024

Joseph Paul Berkey, age 101 of Grosse Ile, passed away November 15, 2024.

Born March 15, 1923 in Temerin, Yugoslavia, Joseph was the son of Andrew and Mary Ivanics. He entered the Navy and participated in World War II before he graduated high school. After discharge he finished high school then received his Bachelor's in Education from...

November 14, 2024

Charles Forrest Ray of Southgate, Michigan passed away on November 14, 2024, he was 87 years old. “Chuck” was born on December 11, 1936, in Highland Park, Michigan. He was a devoted & loving partner of more than thirty years to Celeste Lezuch and a loving father to Forrest (Lisa) Ray, Laura Christen, Derrick Ray and Darrell (Janice) Ray....

November 14, 2024

James Edward Salliotte, son of the late Raymond and Antoinette Salliotte was born on October 4th, 1949. He departed this life on Thursday November 14th, 2024. Jim was born and raised in Ecorse, Michigan and later moved to Woodhaven, Michigan to start and raise his beloved family.

Jim received a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering...

November 14, 2024

Jadwiga Krzepton Wolan was born on January 10, 1936 in Poland and went home to be with the Lord on November 14, 2024 at the age of 88; she was of Chicago, Illinois and formerly of Detroit, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Jan. Loving mom of Richard Wolan, Halina (Chester) Surdyka, Irene (Jan) Zagorski, the late...