OBITUARIES

Our Obituaries

Carol A. Downie

Carol A. Downie

September 30, 2025

Carol A. Downie, a cherished member of her community and devoted family matriarch, passed peacefully on September 30, 2025, in Monroe, Michigan. Born on January 24, 1937, in Pontiac, Michigan, Carol's life spanned nearly nine decades filled with love, service, and dedication.

Carol was well known and deeply respected as a lunch aid within the Lincoln Park School System, where she...

Mary Gaglio

Mary Gaglio

September 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of our beloved Mary Gaglio, a beautiful and selfless woman who left this world on September 27th at the age of 78. Surrounded by the love of her family, she peacefully transitioned after a remarkable journey through this life.Mary was the heart of the family. She lived...

John Logelin

John Logelin

September 26, 2025

John Logelin, a cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away September 26, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on October 29, 1929, John lived a life full of passion, creativity, and love for his family and friends.

Throughout his life, John cultivated a multitude of interests, finding joy in music, family gatherings, fishing, golfing, boating, and duck hunting. His enthusiasm...

Jon Bedrick

Jon Bedrick

September 25, 2025

Jon Robert Bedrick, beloved Husband, Father, Stepfather, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle, Great Uncle, and friend passed away on September 25th, 2025, at his home at the age of 75. Jon was born on February 18th, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan. Jon was known for his love of Family and Tim Horton’s Coffee.

Jon dedicated 44 years of work to Marathon...

Nikolle Gjergji Lucaj

Nikolle Gjergji Lucaj

September 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Nikolle Gjergji Lucaj, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and husband, who left us on September 24, 2025, at his home in the presence of his cherished family. Born on February 1, 1964, in Delaj, he was the son of Gjergji and Maruka (Lulgjuraj) Lucaj. Nikolle was a man whose life...

Melissa Rae Solano

Melissa Rae Solano

September 24, 2025

April 16, 1961 – September 24, 2025

Melissa Rae Solano, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on September 24, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on April 16, 1961, in Dearborn, Michigan, Melissa lived a life full of warmth, creativity, laughter, and love.Melissa spent much of her life in the service industry, where her vibrant personality and kind...

Raymond Otto Setter

Raymond Otto Setter

September 23, 2025

Raymond Otto Setter was an artist by trade skills. He crafted, fixed, repurposed and gave objects function. His work knew no limits, featured in hospitals to homes. He will be deeply missed by his family and remembered through his work.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the Trenton Chapel of the Martenson Family of Funeral Homes located at 3200 West Road,48183. 

In...

Freeman I. Sims

Freeman I. Sims

September 23, 2025

Freeman I. Sims, 78 of Grosse Ile, Michigan passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025. A beloved husband, father, poppa, brother and friend, he was born on January 05, 1947 in Trenton, Michigan to Arthur and Thelma Sims.

Freeman devoted an impressive 46 years of his career as a machinist at Great Lakes Steel, where he became known not just for...

Dora McLeish

Dora McLeish

September 22, 2025

Dora McLeish, 77 of Trenton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025. She was born on November 18, 1947, in Kentucky.

Dora was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Hugh McLeish.

She is survived by her children and their spouses: Ian (Marti),...

Dr. Charles E. Owens, D.D.S.

Dr. Charles E. Owens, D.D.S.

September 22, 2025

Dr. Charles E. Owens, D.D.S., a respected figure in the dental community and a beloved family man, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, in Wyandotte, Michigan, at the age of 85. Born on October 5, 1939, in Detroit, Dr. Owens dedicated his life to both his professional pursuits and his family.

Dr. Owens built a successful career as a dentist,...

William Shonk

William Shonk

September 22, 2025

William Edward Shonk, age 59 of Rockwood, passed away on September 22, 2025.

Beloved brother to Rae Marie, Laurin, and Thomas (Laura). Loving uncle to Shanna,Kristin, Thomas, and Jason. He was also well loved by other friends.

William "Dan" Jervis

William "Dan" Jervis

September 21, 2025

William "Dan" Jervis, aged 74, of Lincoln Park, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025. Born on May 18, 1951, in Prestonburg, Kentucky, Dan was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, and grandfather whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.

Dan dedicated over 27 years of his professional life to McClouth Steel, where he served as a Crew...

Anthony "Scotty" Sucharski

Anthony "Scotty" Sucharski

September 20, 2025

Anthony "Scotty" Sucharski of Newport born 12/8/1953 passed away peacefully Saturday, 9/20/2025.  He is remembered by family including: brothers Tom (Linda) and Tim, step children Shelly and Johnny (Sarah), grandchildren Hailey (Rylie), Lucas, Brayden, and great granddaughter Celeste.

Cathleen J. Kornacki

Cathleen J. Kornacki

September 20, 2025

Cathleen Jean Kornacki, age 87 of Carleton, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Loving mother to Eric Hollister, Adam (Wendy) Hollister, and Dorcas (Steve) Spurlock; step-mother to Laurie, Cynthia, and Dan Jr. Devoted grandmother to Jason Watson, Mary Hollister, Amber (Jonathon) Martin, Ryan (Shannon) Spurlock, Adam (Jessy) Kennedy, Aubrey (Gary) Banning, and Kelly Hollister; great-grandmother to Justin, Jessica, Jayda, Zachary,...

Mary Jean Brant

Mary Jean Brant

September 19, 2025

Mary Jean Brant, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, departed from this world on September 19, 2025, in her home in Maybee, Michigan. Born on February 15, 1932, Mary was the daughter of Peter and Catherine (Vandenburg) Lozon in St. Clair, Michigan. She married the love of her life, Charles A. Brant. Mary lived a vibrant life filled with...

Daniel Witz

Daniel Witz

September 19, 2025

Daniel Witz, born on October 27, 1951, in Detroit, left this world on September 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy marked by love, talent, and unwavering dedication. He was a beloved husband, father, paw paw, and brother, whose spirit touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Daniel dedicated 40 years of his life to US Steel, where he not only contributed...

Randy Anthony Pribyl

Randy Anthony Pribyl

September 18, 2025

Randy Anthony Pribyl, born on May 17, 1958, in Monroe, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, in his hometown. He led a fulfilling life marked by dedication to his family and a strong work ethic throughout his career in underground utility construction, where he served for 30 years before recently retiring.

Randy was known for his quick sense of...

Leroy Edward Digue, Jr.

Leroy Edward Digue, Jr.

September 15, 2025

Leroy Edward Digue Jr., 87, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, surrounded by family. Leroy was Born on March 2, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Eileen and Leroy Digue Sr. Leroy is survived by his brother, Mike (Linda), and was preceded in death by his brother Greg (Cathy). Leroy graduated from Holy Redeemer High School then enlisted...

Carolyn Ann Morrin

Carolyn Ann Morrin

September 15, 2025

Carolyn Ann (Sara) Morrin passed peacefully into eternal life on September 15th, 2025, surrounded by her five loving children. She was born in Monroe, MI on February 26, 1944 to Alex and Eleanor (Cherry) Sara. She attended St Mary’s Academy and was President of her class. As lifelong friends, the class of ’62 ladies still gather regularly.

Howard James Morrin swept...