OBITUARIES

August 20, 2024

August 19, 2024

Genevieve Leja, age 91 of Allen Park, MI. Beloved wife of the late Fred Leja. Loving mother of Kenneth (Linda), Greg (Kathy), Brian (Robin), Randy (Sheila) and Kathy Killam. She is survived by her grandchildren Daniel, Timothy (the late Rachel), Nicholas, Julie (Justin), Matthew (Kelly), Steven (Melissa), Jason (Jackie), Kristen, Jacob (Sarah), Katelyn (Brad), Rachael, Anthony and great grandmother...

August 18, 2024

Keith B. Elliott, of Riverview, passed away August 18, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Susan Elliott. Loving father of Derek (Meghan) Elliott. Proud grandfather of Holden, Hayes, Harrison, and Penelope. Dear brother of Pamela (Dwight) Davis and the late Kevin (Sandy) Elliott. He is survived by many nieces, nephews and other loving family members.

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August 18, 2024

Nathalie Ann Beach, age 90 of Brownstown, MI passed away on August 18, 2024. Loving wife of the late Robert Beach. Beloved mother of Michael Beach Sr., James (Marilyn) Beach, the late Robert Lee Beach II, Mark Beach, and John Beach. Proud grandma of Michael II, Robert III, Jordan (Michael), Shauna (Philip), John (Sara), Rachael (Kenny), Jamie (Jessica), Shelby...

August 18, 2024

Miguel "Mikey" Ramirez, age 31, born in Southwest Detroit left this world too soon but not without leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him. A proud father, beloved son, and an irreplaceable brother. Mikey's presence lit up the lives of those around him.

Mikey was a man who was gentle and loved deeply....

August 18, 2024

Buck Jones of Woodhaven, Michigan passed away in his home on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the age of 55. Beloved husband of Lapellya Jones. Dearest father of Nate Smith of Woodhaven, MI, Timothy (Corrie) Smith of Cross Plains, TN, Crystal (Charles) Cole, Lucas Jones, and Maggie Jones of Portland, TN. Caring son of Mack and Nina Bennett of...

August 16, 2024

Donald Ray Claypool, of Taylor, passed away August 16, 2024. Beloved husband of Fay for 62 beautiful years. Loving father of Donald R. (Therese) Claypool, and Thomas L. (Lora) Claypool. Cherished grandfather of Andrea, Amanda, Hannah and Reagan. Proud great grandfather of Elizabeth and Leland. Dear brother of Pat Gray, Mike Rigo and the late Thomas Claypool. He is...

August 15, 2024

Marlene Irene Pavlick, age 81 of Grosse Ile Township passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 15, 2024. Loving wife of Richard for 59 wonderful years. Amazing mother of Richard M. Pavlick and Lisa (Brian) Nagy. Beloved grandmother of Kyle, Rhiannon, and Evan. She also leaves behind her former daughter-in-law Angela and many nieces and ...

August 15, 2024

Janice Fox-Davis of Trenton passed away August 15, 2024 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Beloved wife of Nelson Graff. Loving mother of Bethany, Troy, the late Aleea, Wesley (Tiffany), Heidi, Amanda, Ashley, Holly, and Hillary. Proud grandmother of 18 adoring grandchildren. Dear daughter of Jean and the late Paul Fox. Cherished sister of Paul, Denise, and the...

August 15, 2024

John Collins LaPointe passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Hampton Manor, Dundee Mi. where he resided since August 23 after experiencing a fall, breaking his hip. He was 82 years old.

John was born in Logansport, Indiana on November 9, 1941, to Burton J. and Dorothy (Vincent). They moved to Monroe, and then during his formative...

August 13, 2024

Francette Marie Elock of Largo, Florida passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Elock. Loving mother of Shelly (Bob) Naglick, Peter Elock, Ray Elock, Margaret Elock, Joseph Elock, and Thomas (Nina) Elock. Cherished grandmother of Alexis, Shawn, Lauren (Stephen) and Lindsey (Aaron). Dear great-grandmother of Juliette, Thomas, and...

August 10, 2024

Cynthia Karen Gravila of Lincoln Park, Michigan passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the age of 70. Beloved wife of 17 years to Steve Gravila. Cherished mother of Christopher (Mary) English, Charles Gravila, and Steven (Dominique) Gravila. Dearest grandmother of Tyler, Devon, Gabriella, Liam, Blakely, Halston, and Miles. Caring sister of Wendy Przytula, sister-in-law of Michelle (Mark)...

August 9, 2024

Joanne Nissen, 78, of Taylor, Michigan, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on August 9, 2024. Born on May 15, 1946, in Detroit, she was the loving daughter of the late Milford and Esther Olson. Her life was driven by an unwavering dedication to her family and a profound faith that guided her every step.

August 8, 2024

Born in Decatur, Tennessee, Donald was the son of Richard and Artie Mae (Paul) McKenzie. He married the love of his life, Judith Hollatz, on August 18, 1979. He owned and operated Bud’s Towing for over 50 years, retiring in 2015. Donald was a member of the Loyal Order of The Moose in Northville and the Harley Owners Group....

August 8, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Bonnie “Teenie” Jenkins aged 67, passed away on August 8, 2024, in Woodhaven, Michigan. Bonnie was born on January 17,1957, and dedicated her life to family, friends, and community.

Bonnie’s commitment to her family was paramount. She was a loving wife to her husband, John, and...

August 8, 2024

John Madden of Allen Park, Michigan passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the age of 71. Beloved brother of Shirley French and step-brother of Debbie Davis. Loving uncle of Carl French, Mark French, Jane French, Ron Wolf, and Scott Wolf. John was preceded in death by his parents John and Delpha Madden and his sister Sandra (the...

August 7, 2024

Donna Geiger, age 84 of Allen Park, MI passed away August 7, 2024. Loving wife of Gary Geiger. Beloved mother of Patrick (Anna) Geiger, Kelly (William) Frank and the late Michael Geiger. Proud grandmother of 6 grand children. Loving sister of Patty Surma, Sandy Noland and Doris Pichini. Donna enjoyed spending time with her family, attending church masses and...

August 7, 2024

Russell Kasper, age 68 of Southwest Detroit, passed away August 7th, 2024.

Loving husband of Karen. Dear father of Gwen (Lenin) Brito and step daughter Jada (Gene) Henson. Proud grandfather of Destiny, Zavius, Keyana, Malia, and Alizay.

Russell was a longtime employee and retiree of MNP Corporation. He loved shooting pool...

August 6, 2024

Born in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, Elsie was the daughter of Vere and Bertha (Daisher) Hollen. A 1947 graduate of Fordson High School, she married the love of her life, David Nicholl in 1947. Sadly he preceded her in death December 14, 2013. A dedicated homemaker, Elsie enjoyed playing baseball and golfing, she also was very talented at making Greeting Cards,...

August 5, 2024

Angele V. Williams, of Taylor, formerly of Southgate, passed away August 5, 2024. Loving daughter of the late Leon and the late Elizabeth Williams. Dear sister of the late Leon A. Williams and Terry (Richard) Lewis. Cherished aunt of Stephani Mummert, and Christopher Lewis. Cousin of Lorraine Lofton, Harold Lofton, Janet Fischer, Barbara Ann Pipkin and Shelia Monack.