OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Virginia Helen  Rolling

Virginia Helen Rolling

October 21, 2024

Virginia Helen Rolling of Trenton was born on July 25, 1933, and died on October 21, 2024, at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Richard “Red”. Loving mother of Teresa (Tom) Feeney, Kathie (Ted) Sauter, Michael (Vickie), David (Tammy), Mark (Ruth), Maureen (Greg) Starry, Tim (Erin), the late Colleen and the late Mary. Dearest grandma of...

Dr. Norman Joseph Shamus

Dr. Norman Joseph Shamus

October 20, 2024

Dr. Norman J. Shamus, 86, of Grosse Ile died Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Wyandotte after a brief illness.

Born Jan. 15, 1938, to Joseph and Frances (née Lewandowski) Shamus, he grew up on Indiana Street on Detroit’s west side. An only child, he attended St. Luke’s Grade School and graduated from Holy...

Elaine Wolfe

Elaine Wolfe

October 19, 2024

Elaine Sophie Wolfe, age 81, of Trenton, Michigan passed away on October 19, 2024. She was born on

October 24, 1942 to the late Casimer and Jeanette Lenard. She is survived by her beloved husband of 62

years, Jerome Wolfe. Elaine is the loving mother to Debora (Patrick) Heaney and the late Jeffrey Curtis

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John Podlewski

John Podlewski

October 19, 2024

John Posleski, age 80 of Southfield, passed away on October 19, 2024. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Evelyn, of 52 years.

Loving father to Christopher (Cari) and Tim. Cherished grandfather ot Kayla, Bethany, Lauren, Ethan, and Hunter.

John was a medical technologist for 45 years with the DMC....

David F. Brushaber

David F. Brushaber

October 18, 2024

David Frederick Brushaber, 83, of Trenton, Michigan passed away October 18, 2024. He was born on

January 21, 1941 in Temperance, Michigan to the late Theodore and Esther Brushaber. David is survived

by his wife Dolores, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

David’s wishes were to be cremated, a memorial will...

Billie Jean Cosby-Rugenski Iii

Billie Jean Cosby-Rugenski Iii

October 18, 2024

Born in Monroe, Billie was the son of Billie Jean and Georgia (Nixon) Cosby II. He married the love of his life, Aaron Rugenski, on August 20, 2016. Billie worked for Knopf International Moving Company. He enjoyed writing, rescuing animals and binge-watching television series, but his most treasured times were those spent with his family.

Billie leaves...

Joshua Hadad

Joshua Hadad

October 18, 2024

Joshua Richard David Hadad, age 27, of Trenton, Michigan passed away October 18, 2024. He was born on June 15, 1997 in Boston, Massachusetts. Joshua is the beloved son of Ruth Hadad, dearest nephew of Sammi Hadad and David Hadad, and cherished grandson of Shirley Hadad.

Joshua was a kind person with a wry sense...

Philip F. Drum

Philip F. Drum

October 17, 2024

Phillip Frank Drum, age 92 of Downriver, passed away on October 17, 2024. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Fran, of 65 years.

Loving dad to Daniel Drum, late Kay Drum, and Marty (Kelly) Drum. Cherished grandpa to Oliver (Kay), Sarah, Jordan, Ryan, and Jennifer (Jason). He was also well loved by his...

Marla  J.  Zebarah

Marla J. Zebarah

October 16, 2024

Marla J. Zebarah of Brownstown Twp., Michigan passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at the age of 69. Beloved mom of Lisa (Dan Urson and Ian Shears) and David Zebarah. Cherished grammy of Eliana Urson-Shears. Loving sister of Dave (Dawn) Hillebrandt and sister-in-law of Cheryl (Mark) Zelek. Marla was preceded in death by her husband Dan, and her...

Robert G. Sharp

Robert G. Sharp

October 16, 2024

SHARP, Robert Glenn

September 20, 1953 - October 16, 2024

Robert Glenn Sharp, 71, of Woodhaven, Michigan, passed away on October 16, 2024, peacefully with his wife and three daughters at his side. It was a sunny afternoon with a view of the blue sky over the...

Roger William Naylor

Roger William Naylor

October 15, 2024

Born on October 28, 1952, in Detroit, Roger William Naylor was the beloved son of Gerald and Eleanor (Rogers) Naylor. A graduate of Lincoln Park High School, Roger went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Army. He built a long career as a Tool Maker with Chrysler Corporation, where he worked for over 23 years...

Eddy G. Mizzi

Eddy G. Mizzi

October 15, 2024

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Friends of the Detroit River .

Mizzi, Eddy G. age 79. October 15, 2024 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of the late Carole. Loving dad of Fiona (Josh) Stollfuss and Michael (Jennifer) Mizzi. Proud Nunu of Matthew, Jordan, Jacob and Maya. Dear brother...

David Lee Mills

David Lee Mills

October 15, 2024

David Lee Mills, age 74, passed away October 15, 2024.

Born in Flint, David was the son of Alexander and Beatrice (Winkler) Mills. A graduate of Flint High School, he married the love of his life, Mary Paluskas, on October 3, 1992. As a dedicated family man, David worked very hard to support his family,...

Patricia Ann Rees

Patricia Ann Rees

October 14, 2024

Patricia Ann Rees entered the presence of Jesus on Monday, October 14, 2024. She died surrounded by those she loved and in complete peace in Christ Jesus, her Lord.

She lived a life full of service to Jesus, her family, and the world-wide church. She was a faithful member of Inter-City Baptist Church where she...

Lena C. Brent

Lena C. Brent

October 14, 2024

Lena Brent passed away October 14, 2024, while surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 98. She had strength and bravery while facing many hurdles of her declining health. It was God’s Will to have her live as long as she did. She was the heart of her family, leaving behind a legacy of love. She influenced...

Henry "Tom" Bates

Henry "Tom" Bates

October 14, 2024

Henry Thomas Bates, age 92 of Ecorse, passed away on October 14, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. He was the beloved husband to his wife, Mary, of 62 years.

Loving dad to late Tom (Coleen), Alma (Kevin), Barbara (Robert), and Benjamin. Cherished grandpa to Stephen “sidekick”, Justin (Alanna) “sidekick”, Connor “buckaroo”, Spencer “little buddy”, and...

Gloria Flores-Saldivar

Gloria Flores-Saldivar

October 13, 2024

Gloria Marie Flores-Saldivar, age 74 of Detroit, passed away on October 13, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones.

Gloria leaves behind her husband (Juan), two devoted children, Monica and Miguel (Daniela), four cherished grandchildren, Antonio,  Merzaya, Zeus and Dair. Three beloved great-grandchildren Alessia, Mila, and Natalia, and her brothers, Robert (Beverly) Gonzalez, Danny Saldana, and Dr. Gary...

James Glen  Maynard Ii

James Glen Maynard Ii

October 13, 2024

James Glen Maynard II, of Southgate, age 48, passed away October 13, 2024. Loving fiancé of Kim Rasnick. Beloved son of James and Joyce Maynard. Dear brother of Kevin (Jennifer) Maynard, Jeff (Lisa) Maynard, Sherilyn (Michael) Kuhn. Proud uncle of Liz, Adam, Madison, and Katelyn. He is survived by his loving dogs, Blue and Destiny.

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John Whitney Royston

John Whitney Royston

October 13, 2024

John Whitney Royston, age 89 of Monroe, passed away on October 13, 2024.

He was born on the Whitney Horse Farm in Litchfield, MI on July 23,1935 to parents John and Wannetta Royston. He was an only child and grew up as a poor tenant farmer in a house with no indoor plumbing. His meager...

Eunice Mae Frankhouse

Eunice Mae Frankhouse

October 13, 2024

Born in Monroe, Eunice was the daughter of John and Clara (Scheick) Kurtz. A graduate of Monroe High School, she married Donald Paul Frankhouse, on August 18, 1950. A dedicated homemaker, Eunice was a member of Zion Lutheran Church where she was Baptized and Confirmed. She enjoyed hunting and going for long rides in the country, but her most...