OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Carol Lynn Bohl

Carol Lynn Bohl

April 17, 2024

Carol Bohl died peacefully in her sleep on April 17. She was the most famous woman during the most idyllic time on the world’s most beautiful island.

She met the first true love of her life in 1946 when her family moved from Detroit: Grosse Ile. In 1957, she met the second: Bob Bohl. These...

Renee Marie Gibbons

Renee Marie Gibbons

April 15, 2024

North Augusta, SC – Mrs. Renee Marie Gibbons, 68, entered into rest April 15, 2024, at her residence.

Renee was born August 12, 1955, to the late Robert William Gudith and Joan Alice Baumia Gudith. She was a native of Trenton, MI, having made North Augusta, SC her home for the past 15 years. Renee...

Antonia (Toni) Schaefer

Antonia (Toni) Schaefer

April 15, 2024

Antonia lived a full adventurous life, drove until her 90’s, went to church 3-4 times a week, visited family and friends regularly, went out to eat 3-4 times a week. Up until her knee problem in her late 80’s, Toni line-danced, ice skated, cross country skied, walked a mile daily, bicycled, played tennis, and went on yearly pilgrimages to...

Lou Guerrero

Lou Guerrero

April 15, 2024

Eliu "Lou" Guerrero, age 84 of Detroit, passed away on April 15, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband to his late wife, Betty, of 60 years and is survived by his loving partner, Sandra Murray

Loving dad to Sherry (Michael), Anthony, Keith (Kristie), and Lynn (John). Loving grandpa to 13 grandchildren....

John L. Swearengin

John L. Swearengin

April 12, 2024

John Lou Swearengin was born October 4, 1948 in Lima, Ohio to John and Lucille Swearengin. He married Judy Metzger on May 14, 1971.

John’s love for family and community, shown through in several years of involvement in the Rockwood Area Jaycees, served on City Council, Recreation Director, Senior Van driver, Gibraltar Carlson clock and score keeper...

James A. Schropp

James A. Schropp

April 12, 2024

James Andrew Schropp, 82, husband, father, grandfather, educator, and benefactor of numerous charitable, educational, and civic organizations, as well as the arts, died peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Private Mass of Catholic burial, The Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Detroit, Michigan. Private Interment, Our Lady of Hope Catholic...

Judith Kay Rennie

Judith Kay Rennie

April 11, 2024

Age 82, of Belleville, Mi passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 11, 2024. She was born November 17, 1941 in Mound City, IL to Roscoe Charles Rogers and Reba Lucille Harp.

Judy married Charles Lynn Womble Rennie on August 23, 1960 in Detroit, Wayne Co., MI. They enjoyed 39 years of a very loving marriage....

Susan Lynne Jenkins

Susan Lynne Jenkins

April 11, 2024

Susan Lynne was born on May 22, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on April 11, 2024 at the age of 76; she was of Riverview and formerly of Trenton. Beloved mother of Kenneth Baker and Kevin (Megan) Baker. Proud grandma of Autumn Marie Baker. Dearest sister of the late Betty Jane Sketel and of Carol (Sketel) Rommelare....

Deborah Jean Everett

Deborah Jean Everett

April 11, 2024

Deborah Jean Everett, age 70 of Monroe, passed away April 11th, 2024.

Deborah was born February 1st, 1954 in Detroit, MI to the late Herbert Bennett and Beverly Wasilewski. Loving mother of Anthony (Jennifer) Everett, Daniel Everett, and Alfred (Tammie) Everett. Proud grandmother of Kaylee, Dalton, Christopher, Ashley, Marcus, Breanna, and Shane. Great grandmother of...

William Warren Neubecker Jr.

William Warren Neubecker Jr.

April 10, 2024

William Warren Neubecker Jr.

April 26, 1929 - April 10, 2024

William “Bill” Neubecker Jr, age 94 of Trenton, passed away peacefully, with family at his hospital bedside, after a short illness on Wednesday April 10, 2024.

Bill was born April 26 th , 1929, to the...

Mark Stewart

Mark Stewart

April 9, 2024

Mark Andrew Stewart, age 41, passed away unexpectedly on April 9, 2024.

He was born April 5, 1983 to Randy and Cindy Stewart.

Mark was a resident of Trenton, MI from the age of 6 until his passing.

Growing up Mark enjoyed Lincoln Logs, Legos, Big Wheels...

Sheila Louise Denno

Sheila Louise Denno

April 9, 2024

Sheila Louise Denno, age 46 of Brownstown, passed away on April 9, 2024.

Loving mom to Austin Matthew, Alexis Nicole, Kameron Allen, Veronica Leigh, and sadly preceded in death by her son Koty Lee. Loving grandma to Isabella, Josie, Ivy, Jaxon, Benjamin, Journey, Iris, and Evelynn. Loving sister to Patti (Dave) and Angela (Aaron). Loving...

Jesse "Bill" Traster

Jesse "Bill" Traster

April 8, 2024

Jesse “Bill” Traster, age 87 of Rockwood, passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side, Monday April 8th, 2024.

Bill was born April 13th, 1936 in Lincoln Park, MI to the late Jesse and Pearl Traster. On May 25th, 1957, he married the love of his life Barbara (nee Keller). Together they...

Rick L. Poland

Rick L. Poland

April 8, 2024

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Visitation will take place at The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Allen Park Chapel on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. A military honor guard and funeral service will begin at 6:00 pm.

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Tina Marie Rivera

Tina Marie Rivera

April 8, 2024

Click on tribute wall above to view Tina's memorial video.

Tina Marie was born on May 11, 1977 in Detroit, Michigan and went Home to be with the Lord on April 8, 2024 at the age of 46. Beloved significant other of Kay. Cherished mother of Yasmine (Blue), Xavier (Juliana), Keenan (Chloey), Keshawn and Kayden...

John A. Rex

John A. Rex

April 7, 2024

John A. Rex of Detroit, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at the age of 43. Beloved father of Jewels Rex, Jocelin Rex, and Jonayah Rex. Cherished son of Velma Rex. Dear brother of Frank (Kimberly) Rex and Paul Rex. Loving uncle of Lou Lou, Haylee, Skye, Kyla, Frankie, and Sebastian. Caring great-uncle of Micah, Elayah,...

Judy Smedo

Judy Smedo

April 4, 2024

Judith “Judy” May Smedo, age 83 of Lincoln Park, passed away on April 4, 2024. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Robert, of 35 years. She was very well loved by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She will be deeply missed.

There will be a celebration of life for Judy taken place...

Dewrell Hayes

Dewrell Hayes

April 3, 2024

Dewrell Hayes, of Wyandotte, MI, passed away April 3, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Dovard Hayes. Loving mom of Sheila and Rickie Hayes. Cherished grandma of Cora Hayes (Lance Staffke), Della (Rodney) Baur and Keith (Ronney) Hayes. Proud great grandma of Hailey Whiteman. Dear sister of Rev. Foster Gillon. She is preceded in death by her parents, Rosie...

Shirley E. Atkinson

Shirley E. Atkinson

April 3, 2024

Shirley E. Atkinson, of Allen Park, passed away April 3, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Edward T. Atkinson. Loving mother of Thomas (the late Judy), Gerald (Debra), the late Barb (Michael) Bray, Wendy (Dean) Nay, the late Douglas (Denise), Mary (Robert) Taylor, and the late James (Alicia). Cherished grandmother of Stephanie, Eric, Kathryn, Jason, Kevin, Heather, Jason, Jordan,...

Stephanie  Marie Davis

Stephanie Marie Davis

April 3, 2024

Stephanie Marie was born on December 27, 1983 in Mobile, Alabama and went Home to be with the Lord on April 3, 2024 at the age of 40; she was of Clinton Twp., Michigan. Beloved mother of Kayleigh Pepper and Kaycee Pepper. Cherished daughter of Kimberly Davis. Loving sister of Yvonne (Jefferson) Davis, Shana (Paul) Secchiari and Kimberly Shell....