OBITUARIES
Our Obituaries
James Bernard Herzog
June 14, 2026
Jim was born Sept 4 1937, the first of 4 children to late Bernard and Martina Herzog. He was born and lived on Railroad St. in the Village Rockwood in what is the only house left standing on that street.
The family moved to Huron River Township in 1941 where they lived until returning to Rockwood in 1945. In April 1946,...
Louis Gustave Lehman
June 12, 2026
Louis Gustave Lehman, age 83, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Lou was born on July 20, 1942 to Gustave and Louise (Dupont) Lehman. He spent his youth split between DeTour, Michigan, and Detroit, Michigan. He graduated with the Class of 1961 from Boysville High School in Macon, Michigan.
Following graduation, Lou proudly served his country...
Linda Marie Pawlowski
June 11, 2026
Linda Marie Pawlowski was born on August 21, 1952, and died on June 11, 2026. She was preceded in death by her older brother, Daniel John Jay of the United States Air Force, and her husband, Raymond John Pawlowski, of the United States Navy. She is survived by her two children, Kelly (Michael) Lomas and Raymond (Heather) Pawlowski and her...
Marilyn Olive Quirk
June 9, 2026
Marilyn Olive (Zeldam) Quirk, 90, of Trenton, Michigan and in the care of Rivergate for the last of almost 5 years, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2026. Marilyn was born in Detroit on April 19, 1936, to Frank Zeldam and Myrtle Kennedy Zeldam and raised in Grand Rapids with a love of learning. Marilyn was predeceased by her husband...
Fred R. Cox
June 9, 2026
Fred R. Cox, born February 20, 1967, passed away on June 9, 2026. A skilled carpenter by profession, Fred dedicated his talents to his craft with care and precision. Beyond his work, he was a man whose greatest love was his family, especially his cherished grandchildren. He also had a deep passion for NASCAR Racing, which brought him much joy...
William "Bill" Kuehnel
June 8, 2026
William “Bill” Kuehnel, born on December 23, 1937, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on June 8, 2026, in Allen Park, Michigan. A devoted flight instructor, Bill shared his passion for aviation with countless students throughout his distinguished career, guiding many to their dreams of flight with patience and expertise.
He was a devoted companion, deeply cherished by Lillie, who stood by...
Alice C. Villarreal
June 8, 2026
Alice C. Villarreal peacefully passed away on June 8, 2026. Born June 21, 1929 in Corpus Cristi, Texas, she was the daughter of Patricio Juanita (Ochoa) Contreras. Alice married her life long love, Gonzalo Villarreal, on October 4, 1945. Sadly he preceded her in death February 14, 2002. A dedicated wife and mother who enriched the lives of those around...
Teresa Sophia Mercier
June 7, 2026
Teresa Sophia Mercier, née Birg, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on August 2, 1935, in Detroit, Michigan, Teresa lived a life marked by devotion to family and faith, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Teresa was the beloved wife of the late James Arthur Mercier Jr....
Lewis "Big Lou" Caruana
June 7, 2026
Lewis “Big Lou” Caruana passed away on June 7, 2026, at the age of 77, surrounded by the love of his family after a hard-fought battle marked by the same strength and determination that defined his entire life.
Born on May 17, 1949, Lou lived a life defined by hard work, loyalty, humor, and an unchanging devotion to those he loved....
Lawrence T. Stewart
June 7, 2026
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Lawrence “Larry” Stewart, born August 11, 1949, in Wyandotte, Michigan, passed away peacefully in Midland, Michigan, surrounded by the love of his family. Larry was the beloved husband of Barbara Stewart and the late Deborah Stewart. He was a devoted father to William Stewart (Heather), Shannon Glatfelter (Brian), and Scott Stewart (Amy)....
Joseph Whiting "Lil Joe"
June 6, 2026
In Loving Memory of Our Brother Joseph Whiting aka Lil joe
We say goodbye to a man who was more than a member of our club. He was a brother, a friend, and a constant presence in the lives of those fortunate enough to know him. His loyalty was unwavering, his heart was genuine, and his friendship extended far beyond the...
Edward G. Bollman
June 6, 2026
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Edward G Bollman, 90, of Allen Park, MI, passed away on June 6, 2026. The chirp of the cricket has been stilled.
Eddie took great joy in his family; nothing made him happier than when the entire family, or some large fraction of it, was gathered together: “Great to have you all here...
Catherine Slusarz
June 5, 2026
Catherine Slusarz, 75, of Woodhaven, passed away on June 5, 2026. Born on December 30, Alma, MI, she was raised in Detroit by her parents Marnel and Virginia along with siblings Betty, Sandy, Michael and Madeline. As a teen, she met her high school sweetheart Dennis with whom she married in 1971 and went on to share 54 wonderful years....
Roger A. Belanger
June 5, 2026
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Roger A. Belanger, a dedicated and long-time employee of Unistrut in Wayne, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, in Southgate, Michigan. Born on August 6, 1969, in Dearborn, Michigan, Roger lived a life marked by steadfast commitment to his work and the deep bonds he shared with his family and...
Judith Ann Roberts
June 4, 2026
Judith Ann Roberts, a cherished member of the Monroe community and a dedicated professional, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026. Born on June 8, 1940, Judith's life was one marked by unwavering commitment, both to her career and to her family, as well as a deep love for the simple joys and meaningful pursuits that enriched her days.
Judith completed...
Jane Marie Brant
June 3, 2026
Born at Bryan Air Force Base in Bryan, Texas, in the fall of 1953, “Janie” was the oldest of what would eventually be eight children. She attended St. Joseph’s grade school in Maybee and was a graduate of St. Mary’s Academy in Monroe. With thoughts of being a math teacher, Jane was a first-generation college student before there...
Margaret Rose Runkle
June 3, 2026
Margaret Rose was born June 19th, 1938. She was the youngest child of the late Richard and Ivy Axford. At sixteen years old, she met Jack Runkle when her brother-in-law convinced Jack to meet “his cousin from New Mexico.” What started out as a fib by a matchmaking friend led to a love story spanning seven decades. Margaret and Jack...
Ruth Patricia Klemans
June 1, 2026
RUTH PATRICIA KLEMANS
Ruth (Pat) Klemans died June 1, 2026. She is remembered as thoughtful, curious, generous, kind, keenly intelligent, and as a loving and devoted mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great grandmother.
Pat is survived by daughters and sons-in-law Diana (Alejandro Diaz) Klemans, Mary (David) Carter and Ruth Klemans; grandchildren Mary (Jerry) Paffendorf, Lucille (Brandon Donlon) Carter, Eli (Jenny) Carter, Abigail (Daniel)...
Tara Marie Burkhart
May 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Tara Marie Burkhart
Her parents' favorite middle daughter, Tara Marie Burkhart, lost the fight on May 30, 2026, at 2:14 PM after a long, tough battle with Triple-Negative Breast Cancer.
An unforgettable force, dedicated patriot, and beloved sister and friend, Tara leaves behind a legacy of immense strength, laughter, and gregarious spirit. She is undoubtedly in heaven right...
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