OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
Marilyn Reaume
March 27, 2021
Click on the tribute wall above to view Marilyn's video tribute. Marilyn Reaume, age 91 of South Rockwood, MI. Loving wife of the late Melvin Reaume. Beloved mother of Lou Anne (the late John LeBlanc) Dekemper, Wayne Reaume, Barbara (Daniel) Vandercook, Angela (Mike) Smith), Paul Reaume, Denise (David) Rice and Christine (Don) Lorbeske. Dearest gramma of 9 grand children...
Bertha E. Folgmann
March 27, 2021
Bertha (Bert, Bea) Folgmann of Grosse Ile, MI, 83, passed away at her assisted living residence in Trenton, MI on March 27, 2021. The family is planning a memorial service later in the summer. Bertha was born to Ernest and Lillian (Dyer) Dayles in Detroit, Michigan on December 22, 1937. She grew up in Lincoln Park, MI where she...
Norma Bernice Tidwell
March 25, 2021
Click on the tribute wall above to view Norma's video tribute.. Norma Bernice was born on February 10, 1935 in Barbourville, Kentucky and died on March 25, 2021 at Beaumont Hospital Trenton at the age of 86; she was of Brownstown Twp. Beloved mom of Jerry Tidwell, Phyllis Hernandez and the late Billy J. Tidwell. Proud mamaw of Jason...
Claris Joy Young
March 25, 2021
Born in Albion, Australia, Claris was the daughter of Lester and Jesse (Caldwell) Woodforth. She married the love of her life, Harold Young, August 4, 1949. Sadly he preceded her in death in 1988. A dedicated homemaker, Claris was a member of the Carleton Church of God. She enjoyed crafts and reading the bible, but her most treasured times...
Phyllis Louise Geist
March 24, 2021
Geist, Phyllis Louise Age 92. Loving wife of Walter Geist for 68 years who preceded her in death in 2018. Dear Mother of Raymond, Robert (Anne), and Richard (Sarah) Geist. Proud grandmother of Katherine (Matthew) Oliver and Caroline Geist. Great grandmother of Grafton, Laken, Otto, Camille, and Dorothy Oliver. Phyllis was a Home Economics teacher at Grosse Ile High...
Peter J. Gonzales
March 24, 2021
Peter J. Gonzales, age 89 of Taylor, MI. Loving father of Marlene Davis, the late Janice Mytych, Marie McGinnis, Rusty Gonzales and Jerry Gonzales. Loving grandfather of 9 grandchildren, great grandfather of 10 great grandchildren and great-great grandfather of 4 great-great grandchildren. He also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. Peter is preceded in death by Mary Loretta...
Glenn R. Carr
March 24, 2021
Glenn Carr, age 59 of Taylor, passed away March 24th, 2021. Born February 14th, 1962 in Corbin, KY to the late Gilbert and Bertie Carr. Loving companion of Denise Rub. Dear brother of Raymond (Carol), David (Debbie), Donnie, and Clinton (Leona). Also survived by Denise’s children Steven, Chris, Matthew, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Joyce A. Moore
March 23, 2021
Joyce was born on September 17, 1946 in Detroit, Michigan and died on March 23, 2021 at Beaumont Hospital Dearborn at the age of 74; she was of Taylor. Beloved wife of 56 years to Jim. Cherished mom of James, Jr. (Francine) Moore and Tim (Karen) Moore. Proud grandma of Brian, Aaron, Hannah and Julie. Dearest sister of Verley...
Jean Bussell
March 23, 2021
Click on the tribute wall above to view Jean's video tribute and recording of her service. Jean Bussell (nee: Hobday) was born on July 10, 1932 in River Rouge, Michigan and died on March 23, 2021 at Beaumont Hospital Dearborn at the age of 88; she was of Trenton. On September 8, 1951 she married George “Roy” Bussell; together...
Kenneth Hughes
March 21, 2021
Born in Kentucky, Kenneth was the son of Everett and Louise (Pennington) Hughes. He married the love of his life, Juanita Franklin, on September 16, 1955. Sadly she preceded him in death May 26, 2018. Kenneth worked for over 40 years at McLouth Steel. He was a faithful member of the Christian Baptist Church. Kenneth leaves to cherish his...
Donna Jean Jordan
March 21, 2021
Click on tribute wall above to view Donna's memorial video. Jordan, Donna Jean, age 83, March 21, 2021 of Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Curtis Jordan, Jr. Loving mother of Curt (Denise) Jordan, Kim (Steve) Carlson and Kelly (Lynette) Jordan. Also survived by her grandchildren Erin, Ryan, Steven, Brad and David; her great grandchildren Keira and...
James A. Boudrie
March 20, 2021
James Alfred Boudrie, age 74 of Monroe, passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021 at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital. Born September 10, 1946 in Monroe, James was the son of James and Anna (Siterlet) Boudrie. A 1964 graduate of Monroe High School, he also had attended Monroe County Community College. James faithfully served our country in the United States Army...
Annette M. Laurell
March 20, 2021
Click on the tribute wall above to view Annette's video tribute. Annette M. Laurell, age 49 of Riverview, MI. Loving wife of Joseph Laurell. Beloved mother of Joshua (Selina) Ridenour and Gabrielle Ridenour. Dearest grandma of Serenity, Jaxon and Dezmond. Loving sister of Pierre Compeau and Robert (April) Ridenour . Beloved daughter of Robert Ridenour . In lieu of...
Karen Sue Williams
March 19, 2021
Please click on the Tribute Wall tab above to view a recording of Karen's Funeral Service Karen Sue Williams, age 60 of Rockwood, MI. Loving sister of Kathie (Ken) Modi, Brad Williams and David (Jodie) Williams. Beloved aunt of Kelli, Gayle Nicole, Adam (Stephanie), Rocky (Angela), Candise (Joe), Brittany (Jared), Hannah (Spencer), Ethan and great aunt of Bryant, Dustin,...
Kenneth Lewis Wright
March 17, 2021
Click on the tribute wall above to view Kenneth's video tribute. Kenneth Lewis Wright, age 73 of South Rockwood, passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Ann Arbor. Born January 21, 1948 in Trenton, Ken was the son of Albert and Virginia (Lewis) Wright. A graduate of Airport High School, he then faithfully served...
Josephine "Jo" Gerlach
March 17, 2021
Click on the tribute wall above to view Josephine's video tribute. Josephine “Jo” Gerlach, age 94 of Allen Park, passed away peacefully March 17th, 2021. Born October 11, 1926 in Detroit to the late Joseph and Mary Masiarczyk. Loving wife of the late Joseph Gerlach, Sr. Dear mother of Joe (Tina), Ann (the late Michael) Ortkras, John, JoAnn (Michael)...
Joseph J. Tomascik
March 17, 2021
Tomascik, Joseph J. Age 74; March 17, 20201 of Grosse Ile. Beloved husband of 40 years to Patricia. Also survived by his nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents and one brother. He will be missed by his dog, Cubby.
Bill Spicer Jr.
March 17, 2021
Bill Spicer, Jr., age 85 of Allen Park, passed away March 17, 2021. Loving husband of Diana. Dear brother of Pamela Shefner, Robert Michaels, and Vivian. Proud uncle of Nick (Jim), Mary (Mitch), Lisha (Adrian) Vera and Michael Willis. Bill was the longtime owner of 'Sign Specialties' in Allen Park. He enjoyed piloting his personal Cessna 172 plane, traveling,...
Frank James Labo
March 17, 2021
Click on the tribute wall above to view Frank's video tribute. Frank James LaBo, age 43 of Detroit, MI. Loving son of Mary LaBo. Dearest grandson of Frank (the late Edith) Vallar. Beloved brother of Crystal (LaBo) Schonfeld and Michael J. DeRome. Loving uncle of Bella, Bethany, Gionna and Richard James. He also leaves behind his loving aunts, uncles,...
Sylvia A. Woodcroft
March 16, 2021
Sylvia Ann Woodcroft. Age 84 of Riverview, formerly of Rockwood, passed away peacefully March 16, 2021 at her home. She was born April 21, 1936 in Monroe, MI. She was the daughter of Olaf and Hazel (Gonyea) Barrow. Sylvia married the love of her life Joseph Woodcroft August 11, 1956 at St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church in...