OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Revis Alley Jr., "Rj"

Revis Alley Jr., "Rj"

February 24, 2024

Revis Alley, Jr. “RJ” of Detroit, passed away February 24, 2024. Loving Husband of Jimmie Lynn. Cherished Dad of Elizabeth and David (Samantha). Proud Papaw of Leland and Logan. Dear Brother of Greg and Michael. He is survived by his mother in law, father in law, sister in laws and brother in laws as well as many nieces, nephews,...

Peter Xavier Mooney Sr.

Peter Xavier Mooney Sr.

February 24, 2024

Born in New Castle, Pennsylvania, Peter was the son of Philip and Mildred (Dorris) Mooney. A graduate of St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland, Ohio, Peter faithfully served our country in the United States Army for 9 years earning the rank of Major. This is where he met the love of his life Geraldine Szul. They were married February...

Mary  Louise Vickroy

Mary Louise Vickroy

February 24, 2024

Mary Louise Vickroy. Age 90 of Allen Park. Passed away February 23, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Donald Anthony Hornyak. Mary found a later love and married the late James W. Vickroy, Sr. She was also predeceased by her daughter, Donna (John) Montgomery. She leaves behind her children, Andrew (Dawn) Hornyak, Daniel (Frances Jockwig) Hornyak, Suzanne (Erik) Trombly...

Donald B. Batson

Donald B. Batson

February 24, 2024

Donald B. Batson passed away quietly on February 24, 2024 at the age of 93. Born to Thomas Donald Batson and Gerturde (Wagner) Batson on April 16, 1930, in Pontiac, Michigan, Don enjoyed a long and very full life. Growing up in Detroit Michigan, Don was an active and rambunctious child. At the age of 14, he began schooling...

Thomas B.  Kolakowski, Jr.

Thomas B. Kolakowski, Jr.

February 23, 2024

Thomas Barney Kolakowski Jr (80), passed away peacefully on February 23, 2024.  He leaves behind his wife Maria, 3 children:  Kelly (Kevin Wright), Thomas (Alika), Nancy (Robert Wisler), 6 grandchildren:  Victoria (Devante Woods), Rachael, Gage, Jack, Luke and Austin, along with 2 great grandchildren:  Logan and Ja'Kai, Siblings:  Kenneth (Micheal) and Mary Margaret (George Lindenberg) and nieces and nephews. ...

Glendora "Sam"  Trotter

Glendora "Sam" Trotter

February 23, 2024

Born in Wyandotte, Glendora was the daughter of James and Gladys (Trombley) Carolan. She married the love of her life, William Trotter, on September 27, 1952. Sadly he preceded her in death July 23, 1978. A dedicated homemaker, Glendora also had worked as an Accountant at the Holiday Inn in Monroe for many years. She was a faithful member...

Eddie R. Schwartz

Eddie R. Schwartz

February 22, 2024

Eddie R. Schwartz, of Gaylord, Michigan, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024. Loving brother of Lisa (Paul) Louis. He is

preceded in death by his wife Kari and his parents, Marcia and Bob Schwartz. He will be deeply missed by all who were blessed

to know him.

A memorial gathering will...

Karen Marie Safavian

Karen Marie Safavian

February 22, 2024

Karen Marie Safavian of Grosse Ile Twp., Michigan passed away in her home of fifty years, in the early hours of Thursday, February 22, 2023 at the age of 78. Beloved mother of David (Jennifer) Safavian and Mehnaz (Steve Dieterle) Safavian. Cherished grandmother of Kathleen Cameron Safavian, Rebecca Grace Safavian, and Henry George Dieterle. Dearest sister of Doni (Bob)...

Lloyd  Donald Runyon

Lloyd Donald Runyon

February 22, 2024

Lloyd Donald Runyon, age 93, passed into the loving arms of his Savior on Thursday, February 22 nd , 2024. He was born April 1st, 1930, in Belfry, KY, to Trimble Runyon Sr. & Peruna (Chapman) Runyon. Following the passing of Peruna when Lloyd was young, his father re-married Mary (Varney) Runyon, who continued to raise Lloyd and his...

Joan M. Zacharias

Joan M. Zacharias

February 22, 2024

Born in Lorain, Ohio, Joan was the daughter of John and Gladys (Shank) Horan. A High School Graduate, she then graduated from Nursing School. Joan worked as a Registered Nurse for Wyandotte General Hospital. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wyandotte and she enjoyed doing Jigsaw Puzzles.

Joan leaves to cherish...

Josephine Violet Acromite

Josephine Violet Acromite

February 21, 2024

Josephine Violet Acromite, of Lincoln Park, Michigan, passed away February 21, 2024. Beloved wife of the late William C. Acromite. Cherished mom of the late Gary M. Acromite, of Fort Collins, Colorado; Sherry (Robert) Hipp, of Lake Placid, Florida; William J. (Jeri) Acromite, of Evergreen, Colorado; Daniel (Starr) Acromite, of Brighton, Michigan; Michael (Pam) Acromite, M.D., of Pensacola, Florida;...

Sue Hinton

Sue Hinton

February 21, 2024

Sue Hinton, of Gibraltar, passed away February 21, 2024. Loving wife of Jerry Hinton for 60 beautiful years. Dear mom of the late Bob Hinton, Barb (Bob) Lange, and Cheryl (the late Mike) Chadwick. Cherished grandma of Jen (Cory) Bias, Chelsey Hinton, Rachel (Ben) Brown, Mitch (Leesa) Hinton and Jason Chadwick. Proud great grandma of Owen Bias. She is...

Jason Edward Justian

Jason Edward Justian

February 20, 2024

On February 20th, 2024, Jason Edward Justian died peacefully in his home in Brownstown, MI, at the age of 52. He was a devoted husband of 25 years to Trinity Collins-Justian and a beloved father to Murphy, Merric, Reilly, and Broderick Justian. Son of David and Rose, he is survived by his two siblings, Eric and Robin, and seven...

Catherine Traykovich

Catherine Traykovich

February 20, 2024

Born in Detroit, Catherine was the daughter of Christopher and Frances (Bercheny) Traykovich. She worked as a Manager for Dollar Tree for the past 18 years.

Catherine leaves to cherish her memory her children: Adam (Sheila Morrison) Traykovich and Maegan (Richard) O’Brien; three grandchildren: Richard O’Brien Jr. Luis Vidal-O’Brien and Adam Traykovich Jr.; as well as her...

Martin "Marty" Robinson

Martin "Marty" Robinson

February 19, 2024

In loving memory of Martin (Marty) T. Robinson, age 66, who passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024. Marty was a lifelong resident of Trenton, Michigan. He will be remembered for his love of family and friends. He thoroughly enjoyed hosting and attending family gatherings. He loved working in his yard. He retired from ADP in Allen Park, Michigan....

Gerald "Jerry" Heistand

Gerald "Jerry" Heistand

February 18, 2024

Born in Coloma, Michigan, Jerry was the son of Harry and Nina (Jackson) Heistand. He worked as a Painter for many years. Jerry enjoyed hunting, fishing and singing Karaoke.

Jerry leaves to cherish his memory, Melody Woodward, his companion of the past 11 years; two sons: Kenneth (Rhea) Heistand and Timothy (Dawn) Heistand; two step-children: Lashonda (Kiana)...

Joan  Linda  Powers

Joan Linda Powers

February 18, 2024

Joan Linda Powers of Trenton, Michigan passed away unexpectedly in her home on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at the age of 81. Beloved mother of Eric (Aimee Hischke) Powers, Amy (Roland) Marque, and Jennifer (Keith) Peterson. Cherished grandmother of Kylie, Courtney, Brooke, Sophia, Lucas, Ashley (Anthony Swanson), and Zoe. Joan was preceded in death by her mother Anna Bennett...

Thomas G. Morris, Jr.

Thomas G. Morris, Jr.

February 18, 2024

Thomas G. Morris, Jr., of Lincoln Park, passed away February 18, 2024. Beloved husband of Mary Morris. Loving father of the late Michael, Cassie, the late Robin, David, Jennifer, Jessica and Thomas III. Proud papa of Mandy, Michael Jr., Carlos, Miguel, Nico, Nick, Giovanni, Adrianna, and Jasmine. Cherished great grandfather of Camilla, Xavier, Ezra, Liam and Candace. Dear brother...

Jane Lankford

Jane Lankford

February 17, 2024

Jane Susan Lankford, age 75 of Trenton, passed away on February 17, 2024. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Steven of 39 years.

Loving mother to Lance (Jennifer) and Jennifer (Will). Loving grandmother to Trent, Charlotte, Hayes, and Adam (Elena). Loving sister to Daniel (Gail), Mardel (Frederick), James (Janis), and late Andrew....

Frederick W. Schefsky, Jr.

Frederick W. Schefsky, Jr.

February 17, 2024

Frederick W. Schefsky, Jr. was born on October 16, 1950 in Detroit, Michigan to Frederick W. Schefsky and Mary Doody Schefsky. He passed away on February 17, 2024 at Symphony Applewood at the age of 73; he was of Southgate. Cherished husband of Lea Rolaff Schefsky who preceded him in death on April 5, 2020. Beloved father of Jeff...