OBITUARIES

December 24, 2023

Born in Tomah, Wisconsin, Steve was the son of Clyde and Luann (Marten) Shepherd. He worked for over 39 years at Fisher Dynamics, retiring in 2023. Steve was a member of the Wildlife Foundation and the North American Hunting Club. He enjoyed bowling and hunting.

Steve leaves to cherish his memory his children: Nicole (Steve Davis) Shepherd...

December 22, 2023

David Bryan Kozlowski, age 64, peacefully passed away on December 22, 2023. He is was a loving son, brother, husband, uncle, and great-uncle. David was a member of the Allen Park Knights of Columbus and the National Rifle Association (NRA). He enjoyed target shooting, especially with his late best friend Bob.

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December 20, 2023

John David Sharkey, of Monroe, passed away December 20, 2023. Beloved son of John Jacob Sharkey and the late Ruth Sharkey. Cherished brother of Christine Thomas, Barbara (Bill Stephens) Sharkey, Jackie (Richard) Connelly, Tim (Charmaine) Sharkey, the late Paul Sharkey, and the late Tom Sharkey. Also survived by his nieces, nephews, and other loving family and friends.

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December 20, 2023

Robert David Christensen, 68, of Trenton, Michigan, found peace on December 20th, 2023. Robert, who was also known as Bob, Rapid Robert, and Dad, spent his life in Southeast Michigan. He devoted his professional life to legally dispensing drugs. He loved gardening, listening to classic rock and oldies, staying at home, vintage cars, Harley Davidson motorcycles, trains, architecture, and...

December 19, 2023

Born in Puerto Rico, Elena was the daughter of Dionisio and Bienvenida (Perez) Maldonado.  She was married to Miguel Viruet.  Sadly he preceded her in death in 1987.  Elena enjoyed playing cards, playing bingo, crocheting and knitting, but her most treasured times were those spent with her family.

Elena leaves to cherish her memory her children: Lucy...

December 19, 2023

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Dennis Alan Heatherly, 63, of Trenton, Michigan, passed away on December 19, 2023. He was born on November 20, 1960, in Riverview, Michigan. Dennis was a loving husband to Debbie Heatherly, and a devoted father to Shannon Heatherly, Megan Budzyn (Nick), Shaun Heatherly, Amanda Pitts (Kyle),...

December 18, 2023

Born February 20, 1967 in Monroe, Tim was the son of Albert and Bette (Sutton) Rodey. A 1985 graduate of Jefferson High School, he then continued his education at the University of Toledo where he earned his RN in Nursing. Tim married the love of his life, Tracey Johnson, in 1992. He worked as a Registered Nurse at Veteran’s...

December 17, 2023

Nancy Johnson of Allen Park, Michigan formerly of Stanton, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at the age of 95. Cherished mother Pamela (John) Atanosian and Sandra (Frank) Joly. Dearest grandmother of John Eric Atanosian, Carey (Greg) Goodall, Sarah (Ken) Yorke, Lauren Joly, and Hilary (Steve) Joly. Loving great-grandmother of Addyson Goodall, Camryn Goodall, and Emily Goodall....

December 17, 2023

Born August 16, 1952 in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada, Michelle was the daughter of Walter and Corinne (Simard) Pinkett. She married Dale Swiderski in 1972. She then was married to Michael Buterakos. Sadly he preceded her in death May 18, 1996. A dedicated homemaker, Michelle was a member of the Eagles. She enjoyed boating, fishing, sitting by the water, cooking...

December 17, 2023

Grace Marie Noto was born on August 5, 1933 in Wyandotte, Michigan to Salvatore and Anna DiMaggio. She passed away on December 17, 2023 at the age of 90 in Trenton, Michigan.

Grace was the second child born in a family of four. She grew up in the north end of Wyandotte and never lived...

December 16, 2023

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December 16, 2023

Joyce “Annabelle” Golden, 92, of Monroe, passed away peacefully Saturday December 16, 2023, at Wellspring Lutheran Home in Monroe, where she was in hospice for two weeks.

Annabelle was born November 25, 1931, in Monroe. She grew up in Dundee, Michigan, on a small farm, and graduated from Dundee High School in 1949.

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December 15, 2023

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Oscar was born January 3, 1942 in Coleman, Kentucky; he moved to Michigan at a young age where he spent the rest of his life with his family. He went to be with the Lord and his beloved wife Linda on December 15, 2023 at the...

December 13, 2023

Michael T. Gazarek, age 64 of Trenton, passed away December 13th, 2023.

Michael was born September 1st, 1959 in Detroit, MI, to the late Norbert and Ella Gazarek. Loving husband to the late Shawna Gazarek. Dear father of Merissa (Scott) St. Andre and Lauren Gazarek. Proud grandfather of Grayson and Harper St. Andre....

December 12, 2023

Born November 14, 1939, Charles was the son of Charles and Ethen (Warren) Koscher. He faithfully served our country in the United States Marine Corps. Charles married the love of his life, Marion Herden, September 21, 1963.  He was a 58 year member of the Roofers Local 149.  He enjoyed listening to old music, going up north and hunting....

December 12, 2023

Heineman, Louise Esther of Trenton, Michigan, December 12, 2023, age 76. Daughter of the late Dale and Julia Gust. Survived by husband of 52 years Charles W. Heineman. Preceded in death by brothers Leon and Leonard, survived by sister Lorraine. Mother of Ryan (Julie) Heineman and Karl (Ashley) Heineman. Loving grandmother to Nathan, Jacob, Luke and Harlow. Loving and...

December 12, 2023

Born May 23, 1948 in Monroe, Ronald was the son of Wayne and Lell (Souva) Bressler. A graduate of Jefferson High School, he married the love of his life, Kathleen Bruck, on September 14, 1974. Ronald worked as a Clerk Operator for the railroad; first at DT&I then Grand Trunk Railroad and finally Canadian National. He was a member...

December 11, 2023

Jerry L. Flaishans, of Trenton, passed away December 11, 2023. Cherished husband of Arlene for 71 beautiful years. Loving father of Mark, Terry (Donna), Karen (Ken) Beck, Gary (Barb) and Kim Betway. Dear grandfather of Kristen (Richard), Jonathan (Allie), the late Justin, Brad (Maggie), Tara, the late Travis (Tracy), Justin (Lindsey), Kelsey (Eric), Zachary (Cheyenne), Kristy, Nathan, and Kelly....

December 11, 2023

Gary Thomas Davis, age 40 of Lincoln Park, passed away on December 11, 2023. He is survived by his mother Lillian Reichow, sister Angela Johnson, and many cousins who loved him. He is also survived by Angela’s godchildren Neveah, Alexis, Christian, DeCarlos, Aaliyah, and Alanna, who he considered to be his nieces and nephews. He was an avid collector...

December 11, 2023

Jacqueline Cortis, of Grosse Ile, passed away peacefully December 11, 2023. Loving mother of Christine (Lawrence) Yuerhs, Steven (Michelle) Cortis, James (Maureen) Cortis, and Julie (Trista) Cortis-Redfield. Dear grandma of Lawrence (Jodi) Bohl, Zachary Bohl, Colton Cortis, Lindsey Bohl, Bailey Shaver, Matt (Chelsea) Swenson, and Katie (Mike) Hoover. Proud Super Grandma of Jacqueline, Raelyn, and Donovan. Cherished sister of...