OBITUARIES
Our Obituaries
George S. Martin
March 4, 2023
George S. Martin of Taylor, Michigan passed away in the early hours of Saturday, March 4, 2023 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of the late Georgia Martin. Cherished father of Kathleen (Paul) Stencel, Candus (Laura Yartz) Olson, Meckell Martin, and Erica Spicer. Loving grandfather of Aaron Stencel, Nicholas (Kristina) Stencel, Felisha Reeves, Jessica (Brandon) Sloan, and Christopher...
Mark "Mugs" Kapera
March 4, 2023
Mark William Kapera, age 68 of Hillsdale, passed away on March 4, 2023.
Cherished father to Kalvin and Scott. Loving brother to Anita Dale. Loving uncle to Justin. Sadly, he was preceded in death by his parents, Boleslaw and Lillian Kapera. He was charismatic, very social and outgoing. He was a brother of Jackson Shrine...
David Glenn Bilbrey
March 4, 2023
David Glenn Bilbrey, of Detroit, passed away March 4, 2023. He is survived by his sister Bonnie Bilbrey, nephew Ryan Bilbrey, and nieces Dena Nagy, Amanda Bilbrey, and Melissa Bilbrey. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Nova Bilbrey; and his siblings William Dale Bilbrey and Janine Louise Bilbrey. David was a past member of Mariners...
David Craig Gozdor
March 4, 2023
David Craig Gozdor, of Woodhaven, passed away March 4, 2023. Loving son of Carol Osborne and the late Walter Gozdor. Beloved brother of Meghan Porter and the late Michael Gozdor. Proud uncle of Nicole (Joe) Nurmi, Jenni (Jacques) Strohschein, Ashlee Porter and Dylan Porter.
David loved the outdoors; fishing, camping, roller blading and bike rides....
Eileen "Shani" Lezotte
March 3, 2023
Born in Trenton, Eileen was the daughter of Clayton and Anita (Gilbert) Hunt. She worked for over 30 years for Detroit Edison at the Trenton Chanel Power Plant.
Eileen leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Jeniffer (AJ) Alana; grandchildren: Cheyenne and Savanah; great grandchildren: Blaike and Averie; as well as a brother Patrick Hunt and a...
James Michael Schneider
March 3, 2023
Born in Monroe, James was the son of Carl and Dorothy (Laginess) Schneider. He enjoyed making things with wood and working in the yard.
James leaves to cherish his memory his siblings: Edwin (Joan Pluff) Schneider, Deborah Getter, Glenda (Marv) Garrett and Linda (Michael) Bush; as well as several nieces and nephews. Sadly he was preceded in...
Andrew Joseph Asaro, Jr.
March 2, 2023
ANDREW J. ASARO, JR
On March 2, 2023 Andrew had taken his final journey home and is now flying high amongst the angels. He left this earth by doing it his way. His legacy is honorable being an organ donor..
Even in death his spirit will live on forever because of his selfless...
Beverly Taylor-Nere
March 1, 2023
Beverly Taylor – Nere, of Gibraltar, passed away March 1, 2023. Loving mother of Constance J. (Ray) Bonds, Mary K. (Michael) VanHollebeke, James T. Taylor Jr. (Shana), and Jennifer (David) Parlette. Cherished grandma of Raymond J. (Cortnie) Bonds, Justin T. (Jazmyn) Bonds, Taylor Carl VanHollebeke, Carly (Travis) Papke, Lauren O. Taylor, Nathanial J. Taylor and Joseph C. Taylor. Proud...
Betty Wilhelm
March 1, 2023
Betty Wilhelm, age 83 of Lincoln Park and Monroe, passed away peacefully March 1st, 2023.
Betty was born September 2nd, 1939 in Detroit, to the late Gilbert and Genevieve Boulware. Dear wife of James Wilhelm. She was also a proud and loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother of many. Sadly, Betty was preceded in death...
Willia Sue Borders
February 27, 2023
Willia Sue Borders, age 83 of Riverview, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 27, 2023. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, Grant Borders.
Devoted mother to Gerard Borders and Paula (Vince) Lowler. Loving grandmother to Chelsea Borders and Thomas Grant Lowler.
Visitation will take place...
W. Kevin Steele
February 27, 2023
Walter Kevin Steele, age 70 of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Jody Steele, of 47 years.
Loving father to Cody and Carly Steele. Proud Grandpa to his grand-dog, Walter/Dyer. Dear brother to his sister, Christine (Frank) Snyder and his brother,...
Arline M. Orzech
February 27, 2023
Arline M. Orzech, of Taylor, passed away February 27, 2023. Beloved mother of Adrienne Berner. Proud grandmother of Brianna.
Arline retired for the communication industry, working under what was once AT&T, SBC and Ameritech. She loved her animals dearly, her dog and two cats. She loved reading. She always supported her local animal shelters.
David James Preston
February 26, 2023
David James Preston was born on April 24, 1951, in Monroe, Michigan to Robert and Madonna (Boudrie) Preston. He graduated from Monroe High School in 1969. Dave was a truck driver in the Southeast Michigan area many years and went by the handle Tin Man.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents: Robert and Madonna (Boudrie)...
Judith Arlene Evans
February 25, 2023
Judith was born on May 28, 1943 in Newport News, Virginia and died on February 25, 2023 at Beaumont Hospital Taylor at the age of 79; she was of Melvindale. Beloved wife of Lee. Loving mom of two. Proud grandmother of three and great grandmother of six. Dearest sister of Kathy (Darrell) and Janice. Also survived by other loving...
Richard J. Monrad
February 25, 2023
Richard John Monrad, age 80 of Riverview, entered Heaven’s glory on February 25, 2023. Beloved husband of Connie of 56 years, and devoted father of Christine (Jim) Halladay, and Eric Monrad. He is preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Ruth Monrad.
He graduated from Grosse Pointe High School in 1960, attended Kalamazoo College...
Les Kellogg
February 25, 2023
Leslie William Kellogg, Jr., age 85 of River Rouge, MI, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 25, 2023. He was a beloved husband to his late wife, Mary Lou Kellogg, since 1960.
Devoted father to Stephen (Lori) Kellogg, Leslie Ann (Jay) Kellogg, Angelia (Mike) Allsbrooks, and Amy (Chris) O'Neil. Loving grandfather to Lesa...
Dennis James Turner
February 25, 2023
Dennis James Turner, age 67 of South Rockwood, MI, passed away surrounded by his family and loved one on February 25, 2023. He was the beloved companion and partner to Michelle Edwards.
Devoted dad to late Meagan Turner, Matthew (Laura) Turner, Amber (Robert) Daniels, Beth (Eric) Doyle, and Molly Turner. Beloved papa to Eric Jr.,...
David Edward Molaski
February 24, 2023
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David Edward Molaski was born on March 26, 1957 in Wyandotte, Michigan and died on February 24, 2023 at his home in Riverview at the age of 65. Beloved husband of 24 years to Ann. Loving dad of Kimberly Ford (Kenneth), Lauren Molaski (Sam),...
Antonia Muscat
February 23, 2023
Antonia Muscat was born on April 28, 1932 in Malta and died on February 23, 2023 at Beaumont Hospital Trenton at the age of 90; she was of Southgate. Beloved wife of the late Paul Vella and the late John “Jim” Muscat. Cherished mother of Sally (Mike) Henderson, Janet (Matt) Martin, Mary (Marty) Micallef, Grace Harris and Jimmy (T’ayre)...




