OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
Claude Moore Wiggins
July 15, 2011
Wiggins, Claude Moore, age 79, of Allen Park. Beloved husband of Rose. Loving father of Claude (Lynn), Margaret (Ron) Wilson, Stephen and Andrew (Paula). Dearest grandfather of Kristina (Caleb) Coppola, Emilie Wilson, Benjamin, Trey Wilson, Joshua and great-grandfather of Ashlyn and Ian. The family suggests donations to Inter-City Baptist School.
Mrs. Frances Hazel Amross
July 14, 2011
Amross, Frances Hazel of Riverview. Departed this life July 14, 2011 into the loving arms of her savior. Dearest spouse to the late Thomas. Loving mother of Margaret Smith, Arlene Champnella, Thomas (Debby) and James (Margaret). Proud grandma of 9. Also survived by 11 great grandchildren, 1 sister and 1 brother. Also preceded in death by 1 sister. Memorial...
Mr. Andrew P. Nagy
July 12, 2011
Dear uncle of Mary Ellen Bohn and William Mealback, Jr. Great uncle of Allison Bohn, Laura Bohn, Darren Mealback and Nicole Mealback. Dear nephew of Emery (Dorothea) Salamon and Althea Solomon.
Mr. Charles Barton
July 11, 2011
In addition to Catherine, his wife of some 50 years, Charles is survived by his children: Jeff (Krista) Barton, John (Linda) Barton and Jill (Ken) Ranger. He is also survived by four brothers: Donald (Sandy) Barton, Roland (Peggy) Barton, Tom (Janet) Barton, James (Sue) Barton; two sisters: Florence (Joe) Stoddard and Mary Ella Gaynier as well as six grandchildren:...
Mr Harry L. Willoughby
July 11, 2011
Harry J. Willoughby, age 87, of Blissfield, MI., passed away July 11, 2011, beloved husband of the late Marjorie E. (Risinger), loving father of Dave (Ruth) and Daniel (Georgette), proud grandfather of Christopher, Amy, Timothy and Ryan, great grandfather of 9, dear brother of Jeanne Risinger.
Mrs Mildred Evaline Knight
July 9, 2011
Mildred is survived by her children:Sandra (Bob) Keck, Douglas Knight and Debra (David) Armstrong. She is also survived by a granddaughter Lindsey Armstrong as well as a sister Ethel Radabaugh.
Opal Brown
July 9, 2011
Opal Brown, 86, of Gibraltar, died at 7:41pm at Oakwood Southshore Hospital, Trenton. Born May 26, 1925 in Newberry, Michigan, she was the daughter of Henry and Mae (Schivley) Babcock. Opal married Ralph O. Brown October 1, 1960. She worked as a cook for over 30 yrs. for Gibraltar School and was a member of the First Congregational Church...
Mrs. Joyce Marie Bucko
July 8, 2011
Beloved wife of Bernard. Loving mom of Fred (Lori) Pero and Tony (Diane) Pero. Proud grandma of Jonathan, Jason, Jennifer, Anthony and Daniel. Also survived by 1 sister and several nieces and nephews.
Frank Kootsillas
July 8, 2011
Kootsillas, Frank. Age 49, of Trenton. July 8, 2011. Devoted husband of Sherri. Loving father of Brandon and Brittany (Kevin) Johnson. Proud grandfather of Gabriella. Dear son of Frank (Debbi) Kootsillas and Elaine Kootsillas. Brother of Kevin (Pam), Jeff and Corey. Survived also by many nieces and nephews. Son-in-law of Chuck (Helen) Gliga and Rith Conley. Faithful furry friend...
Mrs. Marie M. Snavely
July 8, 2011
Marie leaves to cherish her memory her children: Ralph (Diana) Snavely of Monroe and Sally (John) Plunkett of Mishawaka, Indiana. She is also survived by four grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one step-grandchild and one step-great grandchild. In addition to her parents and husband, Marie was preceded in death by a brother Alfred Robert as well as three sisters: Doris...
Mrs. Helen J. Horvath
July 8, 2011
Horvath, Helen, J., age 84, July 8, 2011 of Trenton. Her passing was her reward for the journey for the never ending compassion she extended to all who touched her life. Forty years of nursing along with the many years of caring for those in need, was one of her objectives throughout her life. Helen is the beloved wife...
Mr. Russell C. Adkins, Jr.
July 7, 2011
Adkins, Russell C., Jr. Age 44, July 7, 2011 of Lincoln Park. Beloved son of Catherine and the late Russell Sr. Dear brother of Penny Adkins and John Adkins.
Mr. Dale A. Palmer
July 6, 2011
Dale is survived by two daughters: Patricia Ann Woodward of Monroe and Kathleen Ann Palmer of Kalamazoo. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and spouse, Dale was preceded in death by a son James Michael Palmer and a brother Roy “Wuzzy” Palmer, Jr.
George E. Gietzen
July 6, 2011
Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father of Stephine. Proud grandpa of Isabella and Joshua. Dearest brother of Steve. Uncle of Todd and Greg. Preceded in death by his parents Norman and Ethel "Janie".
James J. Bernardelli
July 5, 2011
Bernardelli, James J. Age 89, July 5, 2011, of Allen Park. Beloved husband of 64 years to Helen. Loving father of Mary Ann (James) Sears, William (Sandra), the late Carol Dickinson, Kathy and Joan Jackson. Father-in-law to Michael Dickinson. Proud grandfather of Sally (Christopher) Coder, Jill Sears, Dina Bernardelli, Nicole (Stephen) Curd, Christine Dickinson, Jamie Jackson and Brittany Jackson....

Judith Judy Mrs. Hittinger
July 5, 2011
Hittinger, Judith Anne age 62 of Taylor beloved wife of the late Danny. Loving mother of Nicole(Donnie), Carri(Chris), Brian(Kristine. Loving grandmother of eight, great grandmother of 3. Loving sister of Darryl, Sharon, Roberta, and Renee.