OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Barbara Lawson

Barbara Lawson

November 11, 2024

A beautiful soul left this Earth on November 11, 2024. Barbara Lawson, 80 of Riverview, MI went home to be with the Lord after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Barbara was born on September 1, 1944 in Boons Camp, Ky to Ora and Sarah (Perry) Daniels. Barbara married the love of her life, Herschel...

Betty Marie Dace

Betty Marie Dace

November 11, 2024

Born in Lilly, West Virginia, Betty was the daughter of William and Thurley (Ware) Lilly. She married Victor Guzzi in October of 1958. Betty worked at Western Union in Detroit and then for Ford Motor Company. A published author, she was a member of the Rockwood Moose. Betty enjoyed sewing, cooking and baking, but her most treasured times were...

Kyle James Ramirez

Kyle James Ramirez

November 11, 2024

Kyle James Ramirez of Belleville, Michigan passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024 at the age of 67. Cherished son of the late Alfred Ramirez and Patrica Ramirez. Loving brother of Alfred “Tip” (the late Angie) Ramirez and Gail (the late Marcos) Dias. Adored uncle of Adam (Danielle) Dias, Monica (Frank) Hayes, Mathew (Sarah) Dias, Carissa (Jason) Felger, Jessica...

Judith Cecilia  Walsh

Judith Cecilia Walsh

November 10, 2024

Born in Detroit, Judith was the daughter of Roy and Evelyn (Hammond) Mathews. She married the love of her life, John Walsh, on February 15, 1958. Judith worked for the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company for many years. She was a member of the Wyandotte Power Squadron as well as enjoying ceramics, but her most treasured times were...

Al Burden

Al Burden

November 10, 2024

Al Burden of Taylor, MI passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the age of 93. Beloved husband of the late Esther Burden. Cherished father of Cheryl Fonseca, Karen (William) Hatley, Carol (Robert) Proodian, and Jim (Connie) Burden. Loving grandfather of Jeremy (Laura), Beck, Joe (Lisa), Angela (Patrick), Brad (Liz), and Ali. Caring great-grandfather...

Jerry W. Whitehead

Jerry W. Whitehead

November 9, 2024

Jerry Wayne Whitehead Sr., age 63 of Taylor, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 9, 2024. He was the loving companion to Teresa of 20 years.

Loving father to Christy (Antwon) Hayes, Jerry (Jessica) Whitehead Jr., Alicia (Anthony) Borboa, Aleigha (Zach) Push, Erika Rowe, and Emily (Breytan) Melson. Dearest gumpy to Antwon...

Joanne Maple

Joanne Maple

November 9, 2024

Joanne R. Maple

June 12, 1940 – November 9, 2024

Trenton, Michigan

Joanne R. Maple, lovingly known to many as “Tootie,” passed away on November 9, 2024, in Trenton, Michigan, at the age of 84. She was born on June 12, 1940, in Louisville, Ohio to the late Jack and Twila...

Paul A. Liedel

Paul A. Liedel

November 7, 2024

Paul A. Liedel died peacefully on Nov. 7th at Seacrest Rehab and Nursing Center. He was cared for by a caring staff and Hospice. Paul was 83 years old.

Paul worked at the University of Toledo Broadcasting all his work life. He was a faithful member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. Paul volunteered at River...

Dimas R. Cruz-Araus

Dimas R. Cruz-Araus

November 6, 2024

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Charles "Chas" Langley

Charles "Chas" Langley

November 6, 2024

Langley, Charles "Chas", Nov. 6, age 82. of Wyandotte.  Beloved husband of Nancy.  Dear father of Jeffrey and JoAnn(James) Ellsworth.  Dearest grandfather of Jessica (Jacob) Gross and step grandfather of James Ellsworth Jr.  Loving brother of Rich, David, Cathy Danley and Denise Schmidt.  Chas was preceded in death by his parents Leo and Catherine and his brothers Michael, Robert...

Jeri Mullins

Jeri Mullins

November 5, 2024

Nancy “Jeri” Mullins was born on January 23, 1939 in Paducah, Kentucky and went home to be with the Lord on November 5, 2024 at the age of 85; she was of Riverview. Beloved wife of 49 years to Clyde. Loving mom of David (Geri) Brown, Debra (John) Walters, Laura Windorf, Robert (Andrea) Brown and Michael (Jade) Mullins. Proud...

Doris Marie Thomas

Doris Marie Thomas

November 4, 2024

Doris Marie Thomas, age 84 of Riverview, passed away on November 4, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. She was the beloved wife of her late husband, Stanley Boyd Thomas, of 53 years.

Loving mother to Jeffery Thomas, Gregory (Sandy) Thomas, Mark Thomas, and Laura (Robert) Chojnacki. Dearest grandmother to Brandon Thomas, Brent Thomas, Aaron...

Pauline Gooch

Pauline Gooch

November 4, 2024

A beautiful soul left this earth on November 4th 2024. Pauline (Roberts) Gooch went to be with the Lord she loved while sleeping comfortably in her bed. Pauline was 93 years old having seen her eight sons and daughters grow up, having children, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren along the way. She survived the passing of her husband, Maurice...

Gilbert Saenz

Gilbert Saenz

November 4, 2024

Gilbert Saenz, age 83 of Melvindale, passed away on November 4, 2024.

Loving companion to Anita Walters. Dearest brother to late Josephine Niz, late John Lopez, late Julia (Jack) Sullivan, late Steve (Sylvia) Saenz, late Valentine (Roberta) Saenz, late Robert Saenz, late Mary Lou (Rick) Robinson, Rudolph (Fran) Saenz, and Alice (Victor) Poertner. He was...

Oscar Nelson Campbell

Oscar Nelson Campbell

November 1, 2024

Oscar Nelson Campbell, age 82 passed away Friday, November 1, 2024 with his family at his side.

Oscar, born in Tazewell, Tennessee, was the beloved son of Alva and Gladys (Ellison) Campbell. He was a proud graduate of Trenton High School with honors in 1961. Oscar went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from...

Marybeth Beebe

Marybeth Beebe

October 31, 2024

Marybeth grew up in Trenton with her parents Beth and Cecil and younger sister Grace Ann.

After graduation, she attended Wayne State University. She graduated from there with a bachelor's degree in education and a master's degree in special education

Marybeth taught elementary school in Southgate for over 30 years. One...

James Carter

James Carter

October 31, 2024

James Franklin Carter, age 85 of Riverview, passed away on October 31, 2024. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Janet, of 63 years.

Loving father to Michael (Pamela) Carter and Karen (Perry) Taylor. Dearest grandfather to Heather (Greg), Nicole, Michael Jr. (Samantha), Tiffany, Renee (Bryan), Katelyn (Lance), and Wesley; great-grandfather to Lola, Audrey,...

Clyde Henry Shepherd

Clyde Henry Shepherd

October 31, 2024

Born in Inman, Virginia, Clyde was the son of Adrion and Ruby (Marcus) Shepherd. He married the love of his life, Luann Marten, on October 11, 1957. Clyde was a faithful member of Paul the Apostle Lutheran Church where he has served as Church President, Treasurer and Trustee. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and playing cards, but his most treasured...

Paul Louis Ehause

Paul Louis Ehause

October 30, 2024

Paul Louis Ehause, age 78 of Monroe and formally of Detroit. Beloved father of Paul Ehause Jr., Kimberly Eberly, Jaynee (Ron) Nelson, Megan (Shaun) Munroe, Mary Ehause. Dearest Grandpa of LeRoy III, Shelby, Spenser, Keegan, Antonio, Avah, Latham and Maddox. Great Grandfather of Kaden and Delilah. Survived by his siblings Louis (Renee), Chuck (Janet), Michael, Toots, Carol (Ken), Linda,...

Shawn Ryan

Shawn Ryan

October 29, 2024

Shawn Ryan, age 59 of Grosse Ile, passed away peacefully on Tuesday October 29th, 2024.

Born October 23rd, 1965 to Henry "Butch" and Margaret Ryan. Loving brother of Shannon (Steffen) Peters, Will (Holly) Ryan, and Dr. Tyler (Kate) Ryan. Loving uncle to Cliff, Liam, Clara Lissa, and Maaria Ryan. Also survived by his dear friend...