OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Helen M. Stutesman

Helen M. Stutesman

September 17, 2011

Stutesman, Helen M. Age 83, of Southgate. September 17, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Harry. Loving mother of Terry (Janet), Dennis (Diane) and Ernest (Barbara). Proud grandmother of 8. Great grandmother of 12. Dear sister of Alberta (Tom) Norton. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

Mr. Robert T. Kraske

Mr. Robert T. Kraske

September 17, 2011

Kraske, Robert T. Age 69. September 17, 2011 of Detroit. Beloved companion of Margaret. Dearest Uncle of Michelle (Richard) Lapanowski. Great uncle of Mallory, Michael and Megan Lapanowski. Step father of Wendy (Ray) Davis. Grandpa of Michael Wallace, Anastasia Wallace and Raymond Davis. Great grandpa of Michael, Jr. and Landon. Preceded in death by his parents Carl and Jennie...

Mr. James H. Simmons

Mr. James H. Simmons

September 16, 2011

Simmons, James H.., age 89, September 16, 2011 of Trenton. Beloved husband of the late Isabell. Loving father of Timothy Simmons and the late James H. Simmons, Jr. Also survived by his grandchildren Scott Simmons and Rebecca (Dave) DeVore. Contributions in memory of James may be made to Riverview United Methodist Church, 13199 Colvin, Riverview, MI 48193

Mr. Richard J. Jakacki

Mr. Richard J. Jakacki

September 15, 2011

Jakacki, Richard J. Age 83, of Allen Park. September 15, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Carolyn. Loving father of Cathy (Ron) Rodriguez, Rick and Debbie (Russ) Acosta. Dearest grandfather of seven. Preceded in death by his parents, twin brother Ray and brother Ed. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

Jeanette Scott

Jeanette Scott

September 13, 2011

Beloved lifelong companion of Tom Plemmons. Dearest mother of Larry Scott, the late Loria Scott and the late Richard Scott. Loving grandmother of Erica Scott and Ethan Scott. Dear sister of Robert Little. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Mr. Eugene J. "Rick" Rickey

Mr. Eugene J. "Rick" Rickey

September 13, 2011

Rickey, Eugene J. "Rick". Age 86. September 13, 2011 of Riverview. Beloved husband of 63 years to the late Jacqueline. Loving dad of Michael (Betty), Matthew (Rose), Mark (Jan), and Mitchell (Cindy). Proud papa of Carson, Maddie, Sophie, Mark and Annie. Also survived by his friends Ann Molaski and Terri Wendl. Rick served with three of his brothers in...

Frances I. Burnell

Frances I. Burnell

September 12, 2011

Burnell, Frances I. Age 77 of Grosse Ile, formerly of Toledo, Ohio. September 12, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Loving mother of David (Gloria) Burnell and Brian Burnell. Dear sister of Norm (Arlene) Howe, Fred (Lillian) Howe, Roger (Janet) Howe and Richard Howe. Sister-in-law of Wilma (George) Holloway. Survived also by many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions...

Mrs. Deborah Ann Gonyea

Mrs. Deborah Ann Gonyea

September 12, 2011

Gonyea, Deborah Ann, age 53, of Carleton, MI, formerly of Trenton, MI, September 12, 2011. Beloved wife of Bret. Loving daughter of Vera and the late Harvey Hartrick, Dear sister of Steve (Dia) Hartrick and the late Jim Hartrick, proud aunt of 4 nieces and 1 nephew.

Mr. Archie I. Eggemeyer

Mr. Archie I. Eggemeyer

September 11, 2011

Eggemeyer, Archie I. Age 88. September 11, 2011 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of the late Dolores. Loving father of Ivan, Dennis (Pam), Gerald and Shelley. Proud grandfather of Lora (Brendon Kowatch) and Aaron. Archie retired from Ford Motor Company after 32 years of service. Memorial contributions to honor Archie's life may be made to The American Heart Association....

Mr. Michael Guy Ergonis

Mr. Michael Guy Ergonis

September 11, 2011

Father of Katie Furie, Skyler Trotter, Natalia Selman and Scotty Trotter. Loving son of Toylene Franco and the late Donald Ergonis. Dear brother of Karie Crisp and Robert Ergonis. Dearest uncle of Nicholas Crisp, Nathan Crisp, Ashley Paolino, Anthony Sims, Dominic Ergonis and great-uncle of Jay'Veon Ford.

Joshua Brian Terry

Joshua Brian Terry

September 11, 2011

Joshua leaves to cherish his memory a son Cristian; girlfriend Laura Shultz and parents Denise (Brian) Breedon and Kenneth Terry; as well as three brothers: Kenneth Terry, Donald (Michelle) Terry, Chris (Laverina) Terry and a sister Sandra Terry.

Mrs. Lydia D. Vallimont

Mrs. Lydia D. Vallimont

September 10, 2011

Vallimont, Lydia D. Age 51. September 10, 2011 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved wife of James. Loving mother of Michael. Step mom of Carrie. Step grandmother of Avery. Cherished daughter of Antonia Gonzalez and the late Valentin. Dearest sister of Jesse, Thomas, Catherine, Cesar and Cristina. Preceded in death by one sister Carmen and one brother Miguel. Proud loving owner...

Mr Robert W. Gnam

Mr Robert W. Gnam

September 10, 2011

Beloved husband of the late Beverly. Loving father of Robert (Gwen) and Sharon (Kim) Harper. Dearest grandfather of 8.

Mrs. Betty L. Kavanaugh

Mrs. Betty L. Kavanaugh

September 9, 2011

Kavanaugh, Betty. Sept. 9, Age 76 of Taylor. Beloved Wife of the late Michael. Loving Mother of Janice ( Jeffrey) Pfeifer, Diane (Emad) Eldamaty, Kevin ( Tina) preceded in death by 1 son Larry. Dearest sister of Marilyn Meier. Survived by 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Memorial contributions to honor Betty's life may be made to Autism Speaks...

Mrs. Carol J. Coy

Mrs. Carol J. Coy

September 8, 2011

Coy, Carol J. Age 62. September 8, 2011 of Brownstown. Beloved wife of Ronald. Loving mother of Tracy Hale, Timothy Hale and Robert Coy. Proud grandmother of Britney, Chelsea and Samuel. Great grandmother of Aubrey. Also survived by one sister Deana (Roger) Lezotte. Memorial contributions to honor Carol's life may be made to the donor's choice.

Mr. Carl L. Brooks

Mr. Carl L. Brooks

September 8, 2011

Carl is survived by Joan; four brothers: Bernie (Bonnie) Brooks, Harry Brooks, Fred Brooks & Joseph Brooks three sisters: Pat (Gene) Bratcher, Marge Brooks & Dorothy Hoffer; sister-in-law Joyce (Raymond) Beaudrie; brothers-in-law Norman (Loretta) Blanchett & the Very Reverend Melvin Blanchette as well as many nieces & nephews. Sadly Carl was preceded in death by his parents; a brother...

Arndt Mr. Trygstad

Arndt Mr. Trygstad

September 7, 2011

Arndt G. Age 87, of Trenton, MI passed away September, 7, 2011. Loving husband, brother, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather. A long time employee and retiree of Detroit Edison, he was past president of the Trenton Rotary. A Celebration of Arndt's life is planned for this fall on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 11a.m. in Trenton at the Martenson...

Phyllis Dorothy Baty

Phyllis Dorothy Baty

September 6, 2011

Baty, Phyllis, age 86 September 6, 2011, resident of Trenton/Riverview formerly of Bufallo, New York. Beloved wife of the late Clifford, Loving mother of the late Lorraine, survived by granddaughters, Cheryl and Tami, great grandchildren Michael, Jordyne, and Jonathan. Arrangements by the Trenton Chapel Martenson Family of Funeral Homes.

Jamie Marie Tibai

Jamie Marie Tibai

September 6, 2011

Jamie leaves to cherish her memory her huband Larry Tibai; six children: Kimberly Gallottia, Karen (Eric) Kain, Lisa Tibai, Larry Tibai II, Adam Tibai and Annette Tibai. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Audra, Taylor, Lylian, Hannah, Korinna, Lee, Emma, Harlee, Summer, Kaileigh and Gabrielle; four sisters: Jill (Charles) Gilman, Joyce (Michael) French, Jennifer Short and Jody (David)...