OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Ronald Douglas Earl, Jr.

Ronald Douglas Earl, Jr.

October 5, 2020

Born in Detroit, Ronald was the son of Ronald and Doris (Emhoff) Sr. A graduate of St. Clair Shores High School, Ronald worked as a Supervisor in the Steel industry until his retirement. Ronald leaves to cherish his memory, Elena, his wife of the past 16 years; children: Linda (Chip) Hoffman, Steven (Laurie) Earl, Mark (Jessica) Madigan and Dan...

Frank James Witte

Frank James Witte

October 5, 2020

Witte, Frank James, age 89, October 5, 2020 of Taylor, Michigan. Beloved husband of Jessie. Loving father of Frank (Sarah) Witte. Proud grandfather of Megan (Ramon Toya) Witte and Erin (D.J. Smith) Witte. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Frank's life may be made to Mt. Hope Lutheran Church

James "Jimmy" Ulrich

James "Jimmy" Ulrich

October 4, 2020

Born in Taylor, James was the son of James and Jeanne (Simpson-Leigh) Ulrich. He worked as a carpenter for Wallside Windows, retiring in 2016. James leaves to cherish his memory, Dawn Trouten, with whom he made his home; children: Christine Ulrich, James (Michaela Andrzejewski) Beaver and Shawn Ulrich; as well as 5 grandchildren and 4 siblings: Jay (Judy) Ulrich,...

Irma Ruth Fritz

Irma Ruth Fritz

October 4, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Irma's memorial video. Fritz, Irma Ruth. Age 92 of Brownstown, Michigan. Devoted wife to the late Leonard. Loving mother of Karen, Eric "Randy" (Christine), Douglas (Amy), Elaine and the late Louis. Irma is survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and sadly preceded in death by 4 grandchildren. Irma...

Bud Arquette

Bud Arquette

October 3, 2020

Kenneth "Bud" Arquette Sr., age 58 of Monroe, MI. Beloved father of Kenneth (Samantha) Arquette Jr. and Christopher (Robyn) Arquette. Dearest grandpa of Timothy, Destynee, and Hailee. Loving brother of Brenda (Carl) Allor, Chuck Arquette, Jimmy (Kelly) Arquette, Jamie Webber and Douglas Arquette. Loving companion of Kathleen Connolly and dogs Faith and Karma. He also leaves behind many loving...

Arnold Deangelis

Arnold Deangelis

October 3, 2020

Arnold DeAngelis, age 68 of Detroit. Arnold passed away at his home in Detroit on Saturday, October 3, 2020. He was the beloved son of the late Luigi and the late Dorothy DeAngelis. Arnold was also a loving brother; brother-in-law; uncle to 5 nieces and nephews; and great-uncle to 5 great-nieces and nephews. A priest will bless his ashes...

Beatrice G. Smith Olsen

Beatrice G. Smith Olsen

October 3, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Beatrice's memorial video. Beatrice was born on December 22, 1932 in Wyandotte, Michigan and died on October 3, 2020 at Beaumont Hospital Taylor at the age of 87; she was of Flat Rock. Beloved wife of the late James D. Smith and the late John Olsen. Loving mom of Alice (Chuck) Stewart,...

Richard "Dan" Mcelroy

Richard "Dan" Mcelroy

October 2, 2020

Richard Daniel McElroy, 73, of Wyandotte, Michigan, died on October 2, 2020 at Angela’s Hospice Home Care in Livonia, Michigan after battling Alzheimers. Due to COVID-19, a memorial will be planned at a later date to celebrate his amazing life. Daniel McElroy was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on April 28, 1947. He had a life that was full of...

Keara Lee Johnson

Keara Lee Johnson

October 2, 2020

Johnson, Keara. Age 21, born in Trenton, Michigan. Loving daughter of Michael (Holly) Johnson and Michelle (Scott) Wagoner. Dearest sister of Sarah Reigle and Brendon Wagoner. Beloved aunt of Aerynne Brancheau and Emelia Espinosa. Cherished granddaughter of Kevin Kobrzycki and Debbie Burns. Niece of Keith Kobrzyski and Ron and Janette Johnson. Proceeded in death by her grandma, Sharon Johnson...

Lawrence "Larry" Rink

Lawrence "Larry" Rink

October 1, 2020

Lawrence “Larry” Rink, 66, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2020. Larry was a lifelong resident of Melvindale, Michigan. He was born on December 28, 1953 in Detroit, Michigan, and graduated from Melvindale High School in 1972. Larry was a devoted husband to Diann (Webb) for 43 wonderful years, soon to be 44 years in December. Loving father of...

Sandra L. Somerville

Sandra L. Somerville

October 1, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Sandra's memorial video. Sandra L. Somerville. Age 76, of Woodhaven. Passed away October 1, 2020. Loving mother of Stacey Banks. Proud grandma of Gabriel and Lilyana. Survived also by her loving nieces and nephews. Sandra enjoyed her yard and especially all the wildlife that would venture into her yard. She was good...

Robert Sarazin

Robert Sarazin

October 1, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Robert's memorial video. In loving memory of Robert Sarazin. November 27 1948 - October 1 2020. Robert has gone to be with our Lord and goes to be with Dana Gardner Sarazin, his wife of 46yrs; the love of his life. Also in this heavenly reunion will be his parents Charles and...

Gladyth Ann Chubb

Gladyth Ann Chubb

September 30, 2020

Born in Detroit, Gladyth was the daughter of Harry and Edna (Bennett) Clark. A graduate of Lincoln Park High School, she married the love of her life, Richard Chubb, on October 10, 1964. Gladyth leaves to cherish her memory, Richard, her husband of the past 55 years; children: David (Beth) Chubb, Gerald (Theresa) Chubb and Donald Chubb; 6 grandchildren...

Michael David Grimaldo

Michael David Grimaldo

September 30, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Michael's memorial video and Funeral Service Michael David Grimaldo, 37, died on Wednesday September 30th, 2020. He was born May 18th, 1983 to David and Marijane Grimaldo in Detroit, MI. He grew up with a love for life and a love for all people. Michael, affectionately known as Bull or Mikey, was...

Faith June Petsch

Faith June Petsch

September 29, 2020

Click on the tribute wall above to view Faith's video tribute and service video. Petsch, Faith June was born on May 25, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on September 29, 2020 in Dearborn at the age of 85. After graduating Lutheran High School on Joy Road, Faith worked for the City of Detroit at the Traffic Court...

Linda Marie Crowe

Linda Marie Crowe

September 29, 2020

Linda Marie Crowe, age 59, September 29, 2020 of Lincoln Park, Michigan. Loving Mother of Shanda (Bryan) McFall, Lisa (Aaron) Snoeberger and the late Bryan Crowe. Survived by her grandchildren Zavannah, Alexyss, Kailer, Deanna and Jerimiah. Also by her brother Dale Crowe.

Patricia M. Chechlowski

Patricia M. Chechlowski

September 29, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Patricia's memorial video. Patricia May Chechlowski (nee: White); age 76; passed away September 29, 2020 following a courageous 5-year battle with multiple myeloma. Patricia was born in Detroit on February 8, 1944. Pat attended John Gardner Elementary School, Mackenzie High School, and Wayne State University. She worked as a teller at the...

Stephen  Paul Williams

Stephen Paul Williams

September 28, 2020

Stephen Paul Williams was born in Dearborn, Michigan on April 1, 1958 , was raised in Melvindale, MI and died on September 28, 2020 at the age of 62; he was of Trenton, MI and formerly of Clarkston, MI. Beloved husband of Susan. Loving father of Michael J. (Margaret) Williams, Lauren Williams (Jackson Berry), Brittany Wellman and Nolan Wellman....

Dorothy Ann Evanski

Dorothy Ann Evanski

September 28, 2020

Click on tribute wall above to view Dorothy's memorial video. Dorothy Ann Evanski, age 87 of Milan, passed away, Monday, September 28, 2020 at her home under the care of her family and ProMedica Hospice. Born September 15, 1933 in Detroit, Dorothy was the daughter of James and Winifred (Higgins) Kane. A graduate of St. Mary’s High School in...

Robert S. Casement

Robert S. Casement

September 28, 2020

Robert S. Casement, age 87 of Taylor, passed away peacefully September 28, 2020. Loving husband of Florence. Dear father of Mary Elizabeth (David) Anderson and Robert Charles (Kim) Casement. Proud grandfather of 6 and great grandfather of 2. Funeral Services have already taken place. Please keep the family in your prayers and feel free to share a memory on...