OBITUARIES

December 29, 2011

Lori A. Rutila, age 58, of Monroe, MI. passed away December 29, 2011 in her home surrounded by her family. Lori is survived by her best friend Sandy Rheinschmidt; children, John Rheinschmidt, Audrey (Derrick Colon) Rheinschmidt and Ashley Rheinschmidt; siblings, Sherrilyn (Gary) Speck of Northville, MI., Kimberlee (Greg) McKernan of Plymouth, MI. and Janet (Brett) Martz of Canton, MI.;...

December 28, 2011

Clark, Robert F., age 81, December 28, 2011 of Macey, IN, formerly of the downriver area. He is survived by 5 children, 2 brothers and a sister. Memorials may be made to H.E.A.D.S., Helping Every Animal Downriver Society. at P.O. Box 312, Trenton, MI 48183.

December 27, 2011

Dear wife of the late Douglas. Dearest mother of Robert L. Johnston and Barbara (James) Naragon. Loving grandmother of Shawn Passey, Tonya Franklin, and Alisha (Michael) Conley, Kristin (Chris) Gainey, and Jeffrey (Gloria) Narabrook. Great-grandmother of J.P. and Nathan Passey. Dearest friend of Betty Harris for 75 years. Jan served in the US Navy as a Wave during World...

December 26, 2011

Tony W. Schneider, age 46, beloved son of Winford Eugene Schneider and the late Sally J. (Oldani) Schneider, dear brother of William (Kelly), David (Staci), Michelle Schneider, Brenda (Sam) Harding, Penny Kane and Julie Schneider, proud uncle of 11 nieces and nephews.

December 25, 2011

December 25, 2011

December 25, 2011

Beloved husband of Rose and the late Barbara. Dearest dad of Eric (Pamela), Terry (Carmen) and Tim (Sharon). Dear grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 4. Loren enjoyed dancing and bowling. Donations in memory of Loren may be made to the donor's charity of choice.

December 24, 2011

December 24, 2011

Gerry leaves to cherish her memory children: Cathy (Wayne) Parsons, Sue Stoga and Mary (Jeff) Sheldon as well as four grandchildren: Matthew Parsons, Laura Goodyear, Drew Stoga, Caroline Stoga; nine great grandchildren and two brothers: Roy (Carrie) Alexander and Ralph Alexander. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Donald L. Wilson.

December 24, 2011

Amazing mom of Paul, Tina, JoAnna (Jim) Baron, Angie (the late Jeff) Cooke, Jenny, Kenny and Christina (Chris) Zimecki. Dearest sister of Dolores Stribbling and Jackie Swarthout. Loving nan of 13 and great-nanny of 5.

December 23, 2011

Newsome, James R. Sr. Age 79, of Roscommon, formerly of the Downriver area. Dec 23, 2011. Loving Dad of James (Cindy) Jr., Faye (Tom) Kaske, David (Annette) and Beth "Suzy" (Bill) Vierk. Stepfather of Yvette (David) Dallaire and Daymon Bryant. Proud Papaw of 9 grandchildren and 23 great grand children. Brother of Chuck (Karen), Maryann (Carl) Heavlin. Proceded in...

December 23, 2011

Walker, Arthur E. Age 91 of Allen Park, formerly of Lincoln Park. December 23, 2011. Beloved husband of Ida. Loving father of Gerald Walker, Arleen Skinner and Kevin (Jean) Walker. Grandfather of Aaron, Eric (Molly), Tiffany (Derek), Alan, David and Arleen. Preceded in death by his first wife Winifred and daughter Kathleen. Memorial contributions may be made to the...

December 22, 2011

Shearer, Mary Jane, age 81, December 22, 2011 of Riverview. Beloved mother of Paulette DeBacker. Also survived by her grandson James Faircloth and her great grandchildren Darren James and Emma Rose. According to Mary Jane's wishes, there will be no services: The Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 10915 Allen Rd., Allen Park, MI 48101

December 22, 2011

December 22, 2011

Walters, Daniel D., age 52, December 22, 2011 of Grosse Ile. Beloved son of the late Daniel and Sue Walters. Loving brother of Steven (Catherine) Walters. Also survived by his nephew Shaun and niece Kristen. Contributions in memory of Daniel's life may be made to Miles Christi Religious Order (www.mileschristi.org) towards paying for Gregorian Masses to be prayed for...

December 21, 2011

Feichtinger, Norma J., age 86, December 21, 2011, formerly of Detroit. Beloved wife of the late Louis M. Feichtinger Jr. Loving mother of the late Richard Feichtinger. Norma is survived by her nieces, nephews and many friends. Memorial Gathering: The Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 10915 Allen Rd., Allen Park, MI 48101 Memorial Service: The...

December 19, 2011

Richard is survived by his wife Barbara

December 18, 2011

Chapman, Violet D. (nee: Begeman). Born June 17, 1917 to Albert and Clara Begeman in Wyandotte, MI. She passed away December 18, 2011 in Brownstown, MI. Married to John S.H. Chapman for 39 years. They made their home in Trenton and raised their family there. She is survived by her children Judith Chuhran, Carol Moss, Janet Chapman and John...

December 17, 2011

Banyase, John J. Age 87. December 17, 2011 of Southgate. Beloved husband of 64 years to Mary. Loving father of David (the late Rena) Banyase, James (Linda) Banyase and Janet (the late Frank) Karpinski. Proud grandfather of Natasha, Brandon, Tatiana, Frankie, Ryan, Brianna and Johnny. Memorial contributions to honor John's life may be made to a charity of the...

December 17, 2011

Jackson, Shawn D, age 20 of Detroit, December 17, 2011. Beloved son of Julia. Dear brother of Anthony Jackson, Amanda Jackson, David Flynn, and the late Karl Jackson. Nephew of Rick (Sasquatch). Grandson of Effie Jackson and the late Ernest Wagner.