OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Mrs. Helen J. Horvath

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

Mrs. Phyllis J. Lachapell

Mrs. Phyllis J. Lachapell

July 4, 2011

Lachapell, Phyllis J. Age 68. July 4, 2011 of Flat Rock. Beloved wife of 49 years, 8 months and 13 days to Edmund. Loving mom of Linda Lachapell, Tim Lachapell, the late Karen Mathews and William (Martha) Lachapell. Proud grandmother of Bethany Lachapell, Ryan Mathews, Amanda Mathews and Matthew Aliua. Phyllis was looking forward to the arrival of her...

Mr. James  Jr. Barnes

Mr. James Jr. Barnes

July 4, 2011

James is survived by his wife Dorothy and his parents James and Sally Barnes.

Harrison Scott Volk

Harrison Scott Volk

July 3, 2011

Volk, Harrison Scott. Age 14. July 3, 2011 of Woodhaven. Beloved son of Timothy and Jill. Loving brother of Abbey and Elliot. Dearest grandson of Frank and Joyce Volk and Harry and Lynne Britton. Also survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins, other loving family and friends. Harrison enjoyed soccer and played for rush soccer. He attended Patrick Henry Middle...

. Patricia A. Bertera

. Patricia A. Bertera

July 3, 2011

Bertera, Patricia A. (nee: O’Grady). Age 85. July 3, 2011 of Trenton. Beloved wife of the late Marcello “Tack”. Loving mother of Patricia (Greg) Martin, Gregory and Martin (Kathy). Proud grandma of Eric, Ryan, Jason, Kelly and Aaron. Great grandma of Kaiden, Khalil and Baby Gage. Memorial contributions to honor Patricia's life may be made to Affinity Hospice

Henry H. Mr. Herin

Henry H. Mr. Herin

July 2, 2011

Beloved husband of Caroline. Loving father of Christopher (Karen), Patricia (Jesse) Garcia and Scott (Angela). Dearest grandfather of Gabrielle, Alexander, Meredith, Ian and Jack. Dear brother of Betty (Edwin) Dean, Darroll (Veva), Everett (Jean), Leola (Al) Aschbacher and Vivian Plaunt.

Mr. Ben Michal

Mr. Ben Michal

July 2, 2011

Beloved husband of Sally. Loving father of Lawrence and Marsha (Everett) Harrison. Dear brother of Frances Lennis, Rose Sciberras and Ann (Frank) Pospychala.

Ms Pamela Jean Morency

Ms Pamela Jean Morency

July 2, 2011

Pamela J. Morency, age 62, beloved wife of the late Wallace, loving mother of John (Amy) Owens and Shelly (Angelo) Nappo, dear sister of Richard, Patrick and John Graves, proud grandmother of Christopher, Craig, Courtney, Amanda and John Jr., dear aunt of Amber, Ashley and Brittney Graves, Debbi Mitsch and Jenni Piechocki, she was employed at Grosse Isle High...

Mr. Samuel R. Bost

Mr. Samuel R. Bost

July 2, 2011

Bost, Samuel R. Age 47. July 2, 2011 of Lincoln Park. Formerly of Flat Rock. Beloved husband of Jennifer. Proud dad of Rachel. Son of Robert and the late Evelyn. Brother to John, Becky, Judy (Bill) and Shela. Dear son-in-law of Sandra Saide. He will be greatly missed by many dear friends. Memorial contributions to honor Samuel's life may...

Mr Richard Billy Wain

Mr Richard Billy Wain

July 2, 2011

Richard L. Wain, age 78, of Monroe, MI., beloved husband of Shirley, loving father of Richard, Gary, Terry (Nancy) and Don (Lisa), dear brother of Robert (Dora), Elizabeth Engel, Luella Lindner, Betty Bodine and Irene (John) Bogi, proud grandfather of Erin (Shane) Foster, Danielle (Eric) Venzke, Andrea, Cassandra, Stacy and Teddy, great grandfather of Savannah, Bobby, Conner and Brody....

Richard "Rich" Bright

Richard "Rich" Bright

June 30, 2011

Bright, Richard J. Age 50, of New Baltimore, MI went to be with Jesus on June 30, 2011. He leaves behind his high school sweetheart and beloved wife, Lori-Ann. Proud father of Richard Ray and Ian Thomas. Loving son of the late Richard "Dick" Bright and Dee Bright. Dear brother of Rosemary (Timothy) Mirabitur, Michelle (Louis) Poisson and Lisa...

Mrs Joan B Fetchiet

Mrs Joan B Fetchiet

June 30, 2011

Fetchiet, Joan B. (Nee: Wimbush), Age 82 of Trenton passed into the presence of the Heavenly Father June 30, 2011. Beloved wife of Raymond for 62 years. Loving mother of Richard (Kay) and Ann (Tom) Cranford. Proud grandmother of Derek and Dayna Cranford and Madeline and Matthew Fetchiet. Family suggests donations to the Food Bank at St. Timothy Catholic...

Mr Gerald Lynn Carney

Mr Gerald Lynn Carney

June 30, 2011

Gerald L. Carney, age 59, of Romulus, MI., June 30, 2011, beloved husband of Beverly (Wood), loving father of Gerald "Buck" Jr. and Frankie, dear brother of Sharon (John) Dale, Bill (Mary), Roger (Bernadette), Nancy (John) Maitland, JoAnn (Jon) Hulet, Robin (Dave Carney), Darlene (Rob) Lelekatch and Barbara (Ralph) Eckert

Christos Liangos

Christos Liangos

June 28, 2011

Liangos, Christos. Age 65, of Allen Park. June 28, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Eftichia. Loving father of John, Chris (Michelle) and George. Proud grandfather of Vanessa Lang, Andrew Liangos, Eleni Liangos and Isabella Liangos. Dear brother of Evelyn Kircos, Mara (Bill) Tsikaris and Pete (Christina) Liangos. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Mr. Donald R. Barnhart

Mr. Donald R. Barnhart

June 28, 2011

Barnhart, Donald R. Age 63. June 28, 2011 of Lincoln Park. Formerly of Melvindale. Loving father of Donald (Heather) and Eric. Loving step-father of Denise (Mark) Crank and Linda Cooter. Proud grandfather of Elizabeth and Donald, Jr, Lindsey, Ashley, Austin and Sydney. Dear brother of Katherine McClelland, Claud (Janice), Linda Barnard and David. Preceded in death by his parents...