OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
Mrs. Michiyo Cook
July 9, 2020
Cook, Mrs. Michiyo, age 88, July 9, 2020, formerly of Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved wife of Kenneth. Loving mother of Clifford (Regina) Cook, Kenny (Jan) Cook and Kathryn (Ken) Torrico. Also survived by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. There will be no services.
John D. Idol
July 8, 2020
John D. Idol. Age 70 of Gibraltar. Passed away July 8, 2020. Beloved husband of Sharon for 47 years. Loving brother of Guy (Barbara) Idol and Chester "Allen" Idol. Survived also by many loving nieces, nephews and extended family. Preceded in death by his parents Chester and Meda Idol and a brother Charles Idol. Services will take place at...
Donald Lester Hoffman
July 8, 2020
Born in Maybee, Donald was the son of Daniel and Leola (Bressler) Hoffman. He married the love of his life, Janice Straub, on Febraury 3, 1962 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Maybee. Donald worked as a plasterer for over 68 years, founded Hoffman Plastering, retiring in 2001. His sons Doug and Rick continue to run the business today....
Shirley Ann Graham
July 7, 2020
Born in Price County, Wisconsin, Shirley was the daughter of Clinton and Golda (Hafea) Harvey. Shirley worked in food service at St. Anthony Hospital. She enjoyed fishing, crocheting, sewing and she adored her pets. Shirley leaves to cherish her memory her children: Richard Graham and Terry (Paul) Schmitz; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Sadly she was preceded in...
Jay L. Stangis
July 7, 2020
Click on the tribute wall above to view Jay's video tribute. Stangis, Jay L., age 81, July 7, 2020 of Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved husband of Donna. Loving father of Sherri Stangis, Dawn (Butch) Laginess and Joni Stangis. Proud grandfather of Olivia, Mason, Eve and Kylie. Preceded in death by his parents John and Marion Stangis, his brother Roger...
Pauline L. Arthurs
July 7, 2020
Pauline Lenore Arthurs (Steinmetz) was born on March 19, 1930 in Eyota, Minnesota. She passed away on July 7, 2020, surrounded by her family. Pauline was the oldest of three daughters born to Theodore and Julia (Daly) Steinmetz. She was raised on the family farm in Eyota, Minnesota. She graduated from Eyota High School in 1948, and was valedictorian...
Desmond Roberts
July 5, 2020
Desmond was born on May 21, 1931 in Wales and died on July 5, 2020 at the age of 89; he was of Trenton. Beloved husband of 60 years to Patricia (nee: Blackmore). Loving dad of Brendan Roberts and Jacqueline (Andy) Morrison. Proud papa of Desmond, Teagan and Finley. Also survived by other loving family and friends. He was...
Douglas Allan Brown Ii
July 4, 2020
Born in Detroit, Douglas was the son of Douglas and Elaine (Nestor) Brown. A graduate of Edsel Ford High School, Douglas then went on to further his education, graduating from Wayne State University. He faithfully served our country in the United States Army. Douglas married the love of his life, Virginia Smith, on April 25, 1970. He was a...
Fleta Joe Smith
July 4, 2020
Fleta Joe Daniel Smith age 100 passed away Saturday July 4, 2020 in her home with family at her side. Born December 20, 1919 in Fredericktown, Missouri. Fleta Joe was born to Otis "Dewey" and Mable (Hobbs) Daniel and was raised by her loved grandparents John and Nannie Mae Daniel in Hillsdale Michigan. She Graduated Valedictorian of her class...
James F. Macek
July 4, 2020
“GROSSE ILE - We are sad to announce the July 4 death of James F. Macek, 84, of Grosse Ile, MI. Jim was born October 14, 1935, in Detroit to Frank and Frances Macek. After graduating from Fordson High School he went to work at Ford, where he remained for 41 years, beginning as a runner in the drafting...
Matthew F. Ortkras
July 4, 2020
Matthew was born on October 22, 1988 in Wyandotte, Michigan and died on July 4, 2020 at the age of 31; he was of Allen Park. Cherished son of Ann (nee: Gerlach) Ortkras and the late Michael F. Ortkras. Beloved brother of Ashley Ortkras. Loving grandson of Josephine Gerlach, the late Joseph Gerlach, the late Shirley Ortkras and the...
Gerald Eagle
July 3, 2020
Click ont he tribute wall above to view Gerald's video tribute. Gerald Eagle, of Trenton, passed away July 3, 2020 at the age of 75. Loving husband to Jeanne Eagle for 33 years. Beloved father to Julie (Robert) Neiman, Frank Eagle, Debra S. Taylor, Terri (Tim Mcmahan), Michael “Charlie” Charles, Melvin D. Charles, Jill Charles and Kelly (Gary) Dooley....
Roger Nile Hawthorne-Crisp
July 3, 2020
Born in Trenton, Roger was the son of Frank and Hazel (Davis) Crisp. A graduate of Taylor Center High School, Roger worked for General Motors for over 23 years, retiring in 2004. He enjoyed NASCAR and drag racing. He also was a fan of University of Michigan football. Roger leaves to cherish his memory his children: Venisha Hawthorne and...
Richard "Rj" Collins
July 3, 2020
Click ont he tribute wall above to view RJ's video tribute. Richard "RJ" Collins. Age 28 of Ecorse. Passed away July 3, 2020. Loving brother of James (Carolyn) Gonzalez and Elizabeth (Ziad) Shihadeh. Dearest uncle of Jasmine, Chase, Angela, Marissa-Ann, James, Malik and Amin. Beloved grandson of Elizabeth Ann Gonzalez.
Genevieve "Jenny" Martin
July 3, 2020
Genevieve “Jenny” was born on February 6, 1927 in Solvay, New York and died on July 3, 2020 in Trenton, Michigan at the age of 93; she was of Trenton. Beloved wife of the late Howard. Loving mother of Ron, Mike (Sue) and Jerry. Proud grandma of Jeremy, Sarah and Scott. Great grandma of Alexa, Everly, Maxwell, Mackenzie, Nicole,...
Leallen Lambert
July 2, 2020
Click on the tribute wall above to view Lambert's video tribute. Leallen (Lee) Lambert, 66, of South Rockwood, MI, went home to be with the Lord early Thursday morning, July 2, 2020. Lee was born on November 20, 1953, to Thurman and Ruth (Bussell) Lambert. He graduated from Airport High school and attended Monroe County and Henry Ford Community...
Betty Ann Krempa
July 2, 2020
Click on tribute wall above to view Betty's memorial video. Betty Ann Krempa, of Huron Township, passed away July 2, 2020 at the age of 76. Devoted wife to Jerry Krempa for 55 years. Cherished mother to her children Geoffrey (Brooke) Krempa, and Brienna Krempa. Born in Bay City, Michigan, in June 1944, to the late George and Betty...
Paul R. Bittner
July 2, 2020
Paul Raymond Bittner at the age of 72 in Taylor, MI passed peacefully on July 2, 2020 and is now resting in heaven. Paul was born in Detroit, MI to Paul (Edward) and Madeline Bittner on May 2, 1948. He was married to his beloved Special Kay on September 17, 1994. After graduating High School he joined the Air...
Barbara Ann Wylie
July 2, 2020
Barbara Ann was born on April 26, 1979 in Trenton, Michigan and died on July 2, 2020 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 41; she was of Taylor. Cherished mom of Brooke Lewis (Mike England), Teressa Lewis (Ronnie Warren), Nathan Lewis, Madelyn Lewis and Linzey Wylie. Proud grandma of Grayson England. Beloved daughter of Marion and...
James A. Longhway
July 1, 2020
James A. Longhway, AKA Jimmy James, of Romulus, passed away July 1st, 2020 at the age of 54. Jimmy was born on February 17th, 1966 to Merlen (Jim) and Cheryl Longhway. Loving soulmate of Christeen. Dearest father of Derek James and Sean Alan (Jordan). Beloved brother of Thomas, Michael (Becky) Medulla, Jill Medulla, David Scott and Brandon Neil. James...