OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

David Michael Rees

David Michael Rees

May 5, 2025

David Michael Rees, age 64, of Grosse Ile, born and raised in Dearborn Heights, passed away on May 5, 2025. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Wendy Rees, of 44 years. 

Loving dad to late Justin, Brennan (Kim) Rees, and Brady (Hannah) Rees. Cherished grandpa to Harper, Connor, Charlotte, Cooper, and Beau. Devoted brother to Debbie (Jeff) Galvin, Terry...

Mike Cleary

Mike Cleary

May 5, 2025

Mike Cleary, age 73 of Lincoln Park, passed away peacefully Monday May 5th, 2025 surrounded by family.

Mike was the son of the late Patrick and Mary Ellen Cleary. Loving father of Michael, Brandon, Rachel, Rebecca (Andrew), and the late Joel (Marcie). Proud grandfather of Colton (Katie), Kendra (Ronnie), Logan, Kanna, Kayla, Chloe, Gavin, Bryson, Levi, Leighton, and six great grandchildren....

Giuseppe Iacopelli

Giuseppe Iacopelli

May 5, 2025

Iacopelli, Giuseppe. May 5, 2025. age 88, formerly of Riverview .  Beloved husband of the late(s) Jenny and Benedetta.  Giuseppe and the late Jenny are survived by 4 children Joseph (Judy), Maria (Dwayne) Barker, Rose Ellen (Luigi) Bucaro and Michael (Lisa).  Loving grandfather of Jenny, Giuseppe, Gabriella, Giuseppe, Anthony, Grace, Alessandra, Francesca, Gabriel, Michael and Jenny.  Dearest great grandfather to...

Donna J. Dabbs

Donna J. Dabbs

May 4, 2025

Donna J. Dabbs of Southgate, Michigan passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at the age of 61. Beloved wife of 44 years to John Dabbs. Cherished mother of John Dabbs and Jeffrey (Jordan) Dabbs. Caring grandmother of Gavin Dabbs and Cailyn Dabbs. Dear sister of Linda (Rick) Segedy, Larry Milen, and Ronald Milen. Donna was preceded in death by...

Donald Paul Frankhouse Sr.

Donald Paul Frankhouse Sr.

May 3, 2025

Born in Monroe, on Christmas day, December 25, 1931. Donald Paul Frankhouse Sr. was the son of Francis and Mable (March) Frankhouse.He married Eunice Mae (Kurtz), on August 18, 1950. Donald was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, where he was baptized, confirmed, and married Eunice.A dedicated hard worker at Ford Motor Company for 25 years.A loving husband, father, grandfather,...

Sandra (Cindy) Ferguson

Sandra (Cindy) Ferguson

May 3, 2025

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Sandra (Cindy) was born on January 27, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan and joined her husband, Donald Ferguson, in Heaven on May 3, 2025; she was 82. She was currently of Canton, Michigan and was a resident of Detroit for 60 years. Loving mother of Kim (Ken) Brinsden, Donald (Susan) Ferguson and Nicole...

Carol A. Lang

Carol A. Lang

May 2, 2025

Carol A Lang

1940 - 2025



Carol was born at home in Wyandotte, Michigan February 8th, 1940. After 85 blessed years, she passed peacefully in the early hours, on Friday May 2nd, 2025.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband Roger Lang and her sister Shirley Peterson. Her 3 adoring sons, Kerry Lang (Erica Lang), Kevin Lang (Tammy Lang), and Kurt...

Sam Wilson

Sam Wilson

May 1, 2025

Sam Wilson, age 80 of Taylor, MI, passed away on May 1, 2025. He was the devoted husband to Geri (Wieckowski) of 55 years. Sam was also a loving father to his children Amy (Mark) Klotz and Eric Wilson, cherished grandfather to Andrew (Kayla) Klotz, Morgan Klotz, and Madison Klotz, and dear great-grandfather to Eleanor and Wyatt Klotz.

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Rosa Ferrante

Rosa Ferrante

May 1, 2025

Rosa Ferrante, age 77 of Southgate, MI passed away May 1, 2025 surrounded by family. Rosa was born February 25, 1948 in Supino, Italy Provence of Frosinone to the late Gino and Maria Tomei. Loving wife of Santino Ferrante for 56 wonderful years. Loving mother of Gino Ferrante, Anna (James) Ede and Roberto Ferrante. Dearest sister of Gabriella (Joseph) Marchioni,...

Deborah A. Rowley

Deborah A. Rowley

May 1, 2025

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Deborah A. Rowley was born on November 30, 1951 in Detroit, MI and passed away on May 1, 2025 at her home in Grosse Ile, Michigan at the age of 73. Beloved wife of 40 years to Michael Rowley. Loving mother of Jason (Amy) Connelly. Proud grandma of Jenna. Dearest sister of...

Barbara J. Watkins

Barbara J. Watkins

April 30, 2025

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Watkins, Barbara J. was born on January 21, 1950 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on April 30, 2025 in Dearborn, Michigan at the age of 75; she was of Dearborn Heights. Beloved mother of James (Ashley) Mikalacki and Jodi Palmer (Edward Safadi). Proud grandma to Joshua, Emily, Sebastian, Edison, Molly, Zachary,...

Robert "Bob" Gurganus

Robert "Bob" Gurganus

April 30, 2025

Robert "Bob" Joseph Gurganus, age 64 of Trenton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. 

Beloved son to Harlie and late Shirley. Proud brother to late John. Loving fur-dad to Never. He was also well loved by other family members and friends. 

Bob was funny, sarcastic, and incredibly generous to others no matter who they were. He was a smart aleck,...

Jeffrey Charles Bellmore

Jeffrey Charles Bellmore

April 30, 2025

Born in Detroit, Jeffrey was the son of James and Pauline (Wright) Bellmore. A graduate of Carlson High School, he worked as an Auto Mechanic. One of Jeffrey's many hobbies was flying Drones, but his most treasured times were those spent with his family.

Jeffrey leaves to cherish his memory his son Jeff Bellmore; three siblings: Glenda (Jack) Ruffner, James (Vicki)...

Vernon Leland Hallquist

Vernon Leland Hallquist

April 29, 2025

Vernon Leland Hallquist, age 78 of Trenton, Michigan passed away April 29, 2025.

Born August 13, 1946 in Jamestown, New York, Vernon was the son of Harry and Evelyn (Gustafson) Hallquist. A graduate of Dunkirk High School, he married the love of his life, Alene Cybart, on January 15, 1966. Vernon worked as a Blast Furnace Operator at Rouge Steel and...

Patricia Kozole Martin

Patricia Kozole Martin

April 29, 2025

Patricia (Pat) Kozole Martin, born on November 8, 1937, peacefully passed away on April 29, 2025, at her residence, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy at the age of 87.

Patricia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert (Mike) Martin; her parents, Anthony and Lillian (née Bodrie) Kozole; her brother-in-law, Clem; her sister-in-law, Velma; her sister and...

Christine Foster

Christine Foster

April 27, 2025

Christine Foster, lifelong resident of Woodhaven, Michigan passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at the age of 82. Beloved mother of Kimberly McGinn, Cynthia (Michael) Schanck, and Kathleen (Daniel) Mercure. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Andrea) Schanck, Matthew Schanck, Bruce (Amanda) Bosman, Melissa Schanck, Caitlin (Tyler) Schilawski, Anthony Leone, Bradley Bosman, Daniel (Delaney) Mercure, Alexis (Coleman) Fierst, Christian Mercure, Brandon...

Janet Davis

Janet Davis

April 27, 2025

Janet Louise Davis, age 87 of Riverview, passed away on April 27, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, David, of 68 years.

Beloved mother to Jay (late Jo Ann) Davis, Eric Davis, Tod (Andrea) Davis, Craig (Laura) Davis, and Jodi (William) Cheplick. Cherished grandmother to Chad, Jaymie, Danielle, Alyssa, Tad, Angela, Aaron,...

Anna E. Ferrante

Anna E. Ferrante

April 27, 2025

Ferrante, Anna E. April 27, age 88, of Trenton.  Beloved wife of the late Tony.  Dear mother of Tony, Mario (Michele) and Dino (Cathy).  Dearest grandmother of Nicolo, Jacob, Jason, Evan, Dominic and Luke.  Also survived by 2 great grandchildren Gianna and Alondra.

Cindy Ruff

Cindy Ruff

April 25, 2025

Cindy Ruff, age 64 of Southwest Detroit, passed away April 25th, 2025.

Dear daughter of the late June and Lewis Good. Loving mother of Raymond, Tracy, and Jerry (Cynthia) Reynolds, Ronald (Sharon), Joseph (Melissa), Chester (Jessica), Brett (Alexis), Bonnie (Cedric), and Brandon Ruff, Steven (Jamie), Bryan, and the late Tiffany Garcia. Proud grandmother of 33 and great grandmother of 20. 

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James Edward Crimmins

James Edward Crimmins

April 25, 2025

Crimmins, James E. April 25, 2025, age 96, of Plantation, Florida, formerly of Trenton.  Beloved husband of the late Mary Martha.  Dear father of James (Linda), Julie (Phil) Koza, Bill (Lorie), Patty and Kevin.   Jim was also survived by 9 grand children and 4 great grand children.