OBITUARIES

Dewayne Arlington Smith

April 30, 2023

DeWayne Arlington Smith was born November 2, 1935, in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. He was the

fourth child born to Walter and Paine Smith. His family moved to River Rouge, Michigan when he was

in the third grade. DeWayne loved and excelled in sports throughout his life. He was a proud graduate of

River...

Izleigh Mars Engelhardt

April 30, 2023

Izleigh Mars Engelhardt passed away on April 30th, 2023. Izleigh was born to parents Kathryn and Timothy, on December 23rd, 2011. She was known to all her friends, family, and teachers as an outgoing, kind, bubbly, and energetic girl. Izleigh was exceedingly kind, funny, and curious. She brought joy to anyone she came into contact with. She was an...

Larry M. Buryta

April 29, 2023

Larry Michael Buryta, age 72 of Taylor, passed away on April 29, 2023. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Denise Buryta, of almost 46 years.

Devoted father to Corey and Matthew (Jamel) Buryta. Caring grandfather to Corbinn and Ella. Most caring brother to Robert and Allen (Terri) Buryta. Well-respected uncle to Scott and...

Yvonne Ruth Wardlaw

April 28, 2023

On Friday, April 28, 2023, Yvonne Ruth Wardlaw of Grosse Ile, Michigan peacefully passed into Heaven’s Glory at the age of eighty-eight while residing in her winter home in Palm City, Florida. Yvonne will be eternally missed by her children Yvette (Todd) Gronda and Michael Campeau, along with her adoring grandchildren Andrew and Alexis. She is also survived by...

Antoinette J. Cora "Toni"

April 28, 2023

Antoinette J. Cora “Toni”, age 94 passed away Friday April 28, 2023 surrounded by her family at home. Beloved wife of the late Robert P. Cora Sr. Loving mother of Kathleen (Gary) Bowling, Ruth (Dan) Martinez, Robert (Kelly) Cora Jr., Cynthia Cora and James (Lori) Cora. Proud grandmother of 13 grandchildren and great-grandmother of 24 great-grandchildren. Cherished aunt and...

Patricia "Patty" Makarewicz

April 28, 2023

Patricia "Patty" Makarewicz was born on November 18, 1947 and passed away on April 28, 2023 at the age of 75. She was a native resident of Lincoln Park until 1999, when she and her husband moved to Taylor. Patty enjoyed reading, shopping, and playing board and card games. Above all else, she loved her grandchildren and spending time...

Joseph Bernard Saam

April 27, 2023

Born in Detroit, Joseph was the son of James and Rosemary (Miller) Saam.  A graduate of Carlson High School, Joseph worked as a Machinist.

Joseph leaves to cherish his memory his daughters: Melissa (Dale) Rathbun and Christy (Michael) Biller; five grandchildren: Allison (McCarty Mendoza) Rathbun, Ashley Rathbun, Kyle Biller, Ryan Biller and Zachary; three siblings: James (Agnes)...

Jacqueline "Jackie" Lafayette

April 24, 2023

Jacqueline "Jackie" Lafayette of Grosse Ile Twp., Michigan passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late William Lafayette. Cherished mother of Charlie (Lynn) Lafayette, Suzanne (Thomas) Brown, Bruce (Noelline) Lafayette, and Brian Lafayette. Dearest grandmother of Jason (Marina) Lafayette and great-grandmother of Ella and Abbi. Jackie will be deeply missed...

Pastor John C. Mills

April 23, 2023

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Pastor John C. Mills, 95, went home to the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, April 23, 2023, in Allen Park, Michigan. Pastor Mills was born and raised in Wyandotte, Michigan and after serving a year in the Merchant Marines (1944)...

Jerry Lee Roland

April 22, 2023

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Jerry Lee Roland was born on February 2, 1972 in Highland Park, Michigan and died on April 22, 2023 in Detroit at the age of 51; he was of Detroit, Michigan and Tennessee. Dearest father of Jerod, Aleena and the late “JJ” Jerremy Jordan. Proud...

William "Bill" J. Guilder

April 21, 2023

William “Bill” J. Guilder, of Allen Park, passed away April 21, 2023. Beloved husband of Janet for 70 beautiful years. Loving father of Susan (Paul) Guerriero, Jill (Walt) Yakima, Bill Jr., (Brenda) Guilder, Julie (Norm) Chavka and Carol (Evan) Varvatos. Cherished papa of Douglas (Krista), Melissa (Matt), Kristyn (Louie), Mike (Eva), Scott (Sarah), Katie (Derek), Craig, Billy III, Chelsea...

Mary Lois Beckstrom-Chasteen

April 21, 2023

Mary Lois Beckstrom-Chasteen. Age 86 of Indianapolis, Indiana, formerly of Brownstown, Michigan. Passed away April 21, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Raymond Chasteen. Loving mother of Stella Cortese and Alan (Carol) Sleep. Proud grandma of Jennifer (Allan) Drouillard, Alan (Kelli) Turner, Farren (Mario) Sleep and Ryan (Amber) Sleep. Great grandma of Kyle Drouillard and Amelie Turner. Survived also...

Nancy C. Bowman

April 19, 2023

Nancy Carroll Bowman (Carter), age 77 of Trenton, passed away on April 19, 2023. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Larry Bowman, of 28 years.

Cherished mom to David (Kathy), Larry (Sarah), Brian, and Daniel. Loving grams to Ashley (Saleh) Aboubaker and late Cody. Loving great grams to G.G. and Layla. Sadly,...

Margaret E. Pisarcik

April 18, 2023

Margaret Pisarcik of Trenton, MI celebrated her 94th birthday on April 4, 2023 and passed away April 18, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Anna Lesko, and her siblings John (Lazar) and Eddie Lesko. She is survived by her sister Josie Lesko, of Sykesville Pennsylvania. She married the late Valentine Pisarcik on August 1,1953....

Brenda K. Jones

April 18, 2023

Brenda K. Jones, of South Rockwood, passed away April 18, 2023. Beloved wife of Michael Jones for 53 beautiful years. Loving mother of Christine (Richard) Mazur, Jeffery Jones, William (Ann) Jones and Michael R. (Dawn) Jones. Proud Nana of Jeffery Jones Jr., Jonathan Mazur, Ashley Jones, Nicholas Mazur, Victoria Mazur, Jason Jones, Timothy Jones, Austin

Jones, Brody...

Gerry Poupard

April 17, 2023

Geraldine Poupard, age 89 “39” of Monroe, passed away April 17, 2023 at Wellspring Lutheran Services, surrounded by her family.

Born August 18, 1933 in Monroe, Gerry was the daughter of Francis and Mabel (March) Frankhouse. She married Robert Poupard on November 28, 1953. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. A breast...

Mike Lyons

April 17, 2023

Mike Lyons, of Trenton, passed away April 17, 2023.

Dear brother of Daniel, Jim and John Lyons. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Lorraine Lyons.

He proudly served his country in the United States Navy.

James E. Monroe

April 16, 2023

James Edward Monroe of Trenton, MI passed away Sunday April 16, 2023 at the age of 93. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather James was an avid gardener and artist. A native of Detroit, MI, James graduated from Michigan Normal College with a degree in Art and Physical Education. He received a Masters in Education at Michigan State University. He...

Socorro Ojeda Buentello "Coco"

April 15, 2023

Socorro Ojeda Buentello “Coco” age 91 of Horton, MI formerly of Detroit. Loving wife of the late Raul Buentello. Cherished mother of the late Raul Jr. (Carmensita), Michael (Donna), Ricardo (Carter), Manuel (Philip) and Robert (Lisandra). Proud grandmother of Jacalenne (Michael), Sebastian, Xavier, Isabella, Adrian, Xiomara, and great-grandmother of Estella. Dear sister of Bill (the late Sue) Ojeda, Sylvia...

Mary Sophia Pappas

April 15, 2023

Mary Sophia Pappas of Trenton, Michigan passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at the age of 93. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Cherished lifelong best friend of Olga Karth. Mary was preceded in death by her parents William and Sofia Pappas and her siblings; Walter (the late Mary) Bisiorek, Irene (the late...