OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Mr. John James Wilson

Mr. John James Wilson

May 17, 2011

Born in Detroit John was the son of William & Margaret (Gilhespy) Wilson. He worked for some 31 years as a Machine Operator at Chrysler's Trenton Engine Plant. John is survived by his wife Christine; a son Scott (Sarah) Wilson; daughter Danette (Joseph) Terzano; brother Thomas (Thelma) Wilson as well as four grandchildren: Ruth, Frieda, Noah and Abigail.

Mr. Richard Sligay

Mr. Richard Sligay

May 17, 2011

Sligay, Richard. Age 68. May 17, 2011 of Grosse Ile. Beloved husband of the late Patty Lou. Loving father of the late Shane, Debra Bostwick and Donna Kramer. Proud grandfather of Alexis Hogan, Jake Kramer and Quinn Kramer. Great grandfather of Abbie Hogan. Dearest brother of the late Joe, John (Norene), the late James, Robert (Cheryl) and Ronald (Denia)....

Mr. John Beryl Boedicker,  Sr.

Mr. John Beryl Boedicker, Sr.

May 16, 2011

Born in Monroe to the late Beryl and Irene (Drewior) Boedicker. John enjoyed the outdoors, camping, hunting, fishing and tinkering with engines, but most of all he enjoyed his family and grandchildren. John is survived by his wife Gloria, children: Steven (Danyale) Boedicker, Robert (Jennie Guy) Boedicker, John Boedicker Jr., Jason (Jessica) Boedicker and Rhonda and Jeff Marsee; sister,...

Mr. Andrew Kubek

Mr. Andrew Kubek

May 16, 2011

Kubek, Andrew. Age 89. May 16, 2011 of Taylor. Beloved husband of the late Margaret. Loving dad of Andrew (Cheri) Kubek and Sandra (Douglas) Sikorski. Proud grandpa of Melanie, Jason, Lindsey and Brian. Andrew was preceded in death by his parents and several siblings. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, going to the casino and especially enjoyed birds and bird watching....

Mr. Jimmy D. Lambert

Mr. Jimmy D. Lambert

May 16, 2011

Loving father of Keith (Lori), Tara Paris and Tiffany (Michael) Stec. Lifelong friend of Donna. Dearest papa of Kailee, Corissa, Lindsey, Ryan, Camden and Addilyn. Dear brother of Anthonette (Bill) Beach and Terry (Kathy). Donations in Jimmy's memory may be made to the family to help them with their battle against Huntington's Disease.

Mr. William M Ptaszynski

Mr. William M Ptaszynski

May 16, 2011

William M Ptaszynski, May 16, 2011, S. Rockwood, Mi. Survived by his beloved wife Mary, several nieces and nephews, 1 brother Chester (Patricia) Patin, Sisters Helen Michalski and Charlotte Gumienny

Mr. Steven M. Chojnowski

Mr. Steven M. Chojnowski

May 15, 2011

Chojnowski, Steven M., age 48, May 15, 2011 of Rockwood. Beloved son of Joseph and the late Rosetta. Loving brother of Betty (Steve) Swierlik, Joe Jr., Debbie (Delmer) Moore, Mike, Sue (Garry) Moore and the late Frank. Also survived by his nieces and nephews.

Mr. Louis Collura

Mr. Louis Collura

May 15, 2011

Collura, Louis age 88 May 15, 2011 of Taylor. Beloved husband of the late Jacqueline. Dear father of Louis, David "Coney Dave", Donna (Al) Witkowski and James. Dearest grandfather of Carly, Hillary and Chelsea. Visitation Wed 6-9pm and Thurs 2-9 at The Trenton Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd. Rosary Thursday 7Pm. Family suggest donations...

Mr. Kenneth Roy Miller

Mr. Kenneth Roy Miller

May 15, 2011

Born in Wayne to Elmer and Cheryl D. (Farrell) Miller, Ken graduated from Jefferson High School. He married Nichole Robish of Monroe and was employed by Asplundt Tree Service for many years. Ken was an avid fan of the Detroit Red Wings, loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing & camping. Ken is survived by his children, Jacob Miller, Danielle Miller...

Angeline Mrs. Poulos

Angeline Mrs. Poulos

May 13, 2011

Poulos, Angeline. Age 81, of Riverview. May 13, 2011. Beloved wife of Steve for 58yrs. Loving mother Estelle (Bobby) Angelinas, Tula Alexander, Peter (Jan) Poulos and Nancy (Jeff) Sabuda. Proud grandmother of Nikita, Stamatis, Rhonda, Christopher, Patrick and Jackie. Proud great grandmother of Megan and Jake. Dear sister of Tasia. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made...

Mrs. Bonnie Mae Pierce

Mrs. Bonnie Mae Pierce

May 13, 2011

Bonnie was the daughter of Fred & Sular (Griffin) McBee. She married Robert E. Pierce on August 14, 1948. Sadly he preceded her in death September 19, 1989. A devoted homemaker, Bonnie also worked for over 17 years in the cafeteria at Mercy-Memorial Hospital. Bonnie is survived by her son Carlton C. Kitts; a sister Dorothy (John) Ehman; two...

Mrs. Inga L. Strebel

Mrs. Inga L. Strebel

May 13, 2011

Inga is survived by her husband Walter; her children Flemming (Jette) Kroyer, Bjarne (Cheryl) Kroyer, Michael Strebel and Heidi (Mark) Hranchook and 5 grandchildren. There Will Be No Visitation or Services: The Ridge Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 2272 West Jefferson, Trenton, MI 48183

John C. Mr. Manor

John C. Mr. Manor

May 12, 2011

Born in Wyandotte, John was the son of Julius & Mary Eileen (Chuey) Manor. Beloved father of Michael (Shelly) Manor and Deborah (Roderick) Lesko. Dearest brother of James P. (Maureen) Manor and Patricia (Michael) Batko. Also leaves to cherish his memory, grandchildren: Jacquelyn Lesko, David Lesko, Jacob Lesko, Matthew Lesko, Katelyn Lesko, Carolyn Lesko, Joey Lesko, Luke John Lesko,...

Frances Roman Toth

Frances Roman Toth

May 12, 2011

Toth, Frances Roman, age 84, of Wyandotte, lost her courageous battle to Alzheimer’s on May 12, 2011. Loving mother of Stephen (Donna), Janet (Eli) Cash, Robert (Eileen), Susan (Mike) Martin and David (Kim). Dear sister of Jenny Molcsan, Marge Probst, John (Eileen) Roman, and James (Val) Roman. Dearest grandmother of 11 great grandmother of 6 and great-great-grandmother of 3,...

Joseph Patrick Riordan,  Iii

Joseph Patrick Riordan, Iii

May 12, 2011

Riordan, Joseph Patrick, III. Loving Son of Karen and Michael M. Riordan; kindred spirit and Brother of Kathleen, Michael, Colleen and Daniel; and beloved Grandson of Rosie Locklear. Also survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins, other loving family and friends. Rose in the spirit of the Phoenix May 12th, 2011 to join his departed loved ones, the Angels and...

Mrs. Ruby Alice Rigiel

Mrs. Ruby Alice Rigiel

May 11, 2011

Rigiel, Ruby Alice. Age 83. May 11, 2011 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Gary (Madelyn), the late Susan, Mark (Margaret), the late Lynne and Kimberly. Proud grandmother of Paul, Matthew, Luke, Jennifer and Patrick and Steven Rigiel and Wesley Zain. Great grandmother of Julia, Samantha and Rylee. Also survived by one brother...

Shawna L. Gazarek

Shawna L. Gazarek

May 11, 2011

Gazarek, Shawna L. Age 46, of Trenton. May 11, 2011. Beloved wife of Michael for 24 yrs. Loving mother of Merissa and Lauren. Dear sister of Mark (Darla) Huber, Mike Huber, Patty (Dennis) Edwards and Daniel "Boone" (Lori) Huber. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

Colin Robert Estes

Colin Robert Estes

May 10, 2011

Estes, Colin, Robert. Age 11. May 10, 2011 of Van Buren Twp. Beloved and Adored son of Mark and Jodie. Loving brother to his twin Gage, Evan and Luke. Dearest grandson of Larry Miller, Barbara Kellso, the late Pamela Miller and the late Robert Kellso. Also survived by his meemaw Velma Dudley as well as his aunts, uncles, cousins,...