OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Helen Rose Gajewski

Helen Rose Gajewski

September 23, 2024

Helen Rose Gajewski, age 92 of Dearborn Heights, passed away on September 23, 2024. She was the beloved wife to her husband, Richard, of 70 years.

Loving mother to Teresa (Gary) Meerschaert, Arthur (Marcy) Gajewski, Phillip (Rebecca) Gajewski, Anthony (Rita) Gajewski, and Joel (Stacy) Gajewski. Loving grandmother to late Nathan, Suzie, Paula (Nick), late Jacob,...

Gilbert White Beasley Jr..

Gilbert White Beasley Jr..

September 21, 2024

Gilbert White Beasley Jr., age 68 of South Rockwood, passed away September 21, 2024.

Born November 10, 1955 in Detroit, Gilbert was the son of Gilbert and Ruby (Parsley) Beasley. A 1974 Graduate of Clarenceville High School, Gilbert married the love of his life, Jill Harvell, on October 13, 1979. He worked as a machine...

Timothy Jerome Smelter

Timothy Jerome Smelter

September 21, 2024

Timothy J. Smelter was born on July 16, 1956 in Washington and passed away on September 21, 2024 at the age of 68; he was of Trenton, Michigan. Loving husband of Cindy, father of Jennifer (James) Covello, step-father of Jennifer Payne and Michelle Fawcett. Dear brother of Dave, Mark, Linda Wanta. Preceded in death by his parents William and...

George Henry Steffin Vi

George Henry Steffin Vi

September 20, 2024

George Henry Steffin VI, age 56 of Wyandotte, passed away on September 20, 2024.

Loving son to Regina Weiss (Richard). Devoted brother to Jeff (Maria) Steffin. Beloved uncle to Mario and Nina. Proud nephew to Aunt Elisa (Dave). Cherished friend to Sheila and his rock 'n roll family.

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Nicholas Allen Tamsen

Nicholas Allen Tamsen

September 20, 2024

Tamsen, Nicholas Allen, Died unexpectedly from a long term medical condition on Sept 20, 2024. Age 38. of Trenton. Beloved son to Deborah Petraska and Dean Tamsen.  Dear stepson to Brad Petraska and Gloria Tamsen-Kerekes. Dearest grandson of Robert Shaw and brother of Luke (Mackenzie) Tamsen and Chad Tamsen. Also survived by many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nephews and Nieces....

Dennis Glenn Schooley

Dennis Glenn Schooley

September 20, 2024

Born in Detroit, a graduate of Seaholm High School in Birmingham, he married the love of his life, Sharon Garvin, on May 8, 1976. Dennis worked as an Environmental Services Supervisor for Clean Harbors Environmental for over 15 years, retiring in 2021. He then took a seasonal position with the State of Michigan at Sterling State Park, enjoying morning...

Donald W. Walker

Donald W. Walker

September 20, 2024

Donald W. Walker, of Allen Park, passed away September 20, 2024. Beloved husband of Helen for 69 beautiful years. Loving father of Donna (Brett) Barager. Cherished grandpa of Paul (Kaitlyn) Barager, Sarah (Gio) Luica, and Carly (Nick) Byrd. Proud great grandfather of Avery Barager, and Cameron Barager. He is survived by many nieces, nephews and other loving family members....

Preston Dulz

Preston Dulz

September 19, 2024

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Preston was born on August 16, 2005 in Dearborn, Michigan and he left us unexpectedly on September 19, 2024 at the age of 19. Cherished son of Jared and Holly. Loving big little brother of Kiersi and big brother of Mason. Beloved Sweet grandson of James...

Ronald R. Barnett

Ronald R. Barnett

September 19, 2024

Ronald R. Barnett was born on May 11, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on September 19, 2024 at the age of 77; he was of Lincoln Park. Father of Cassie Camacho, the late Michael Vega and the late Robin Smith. Also survived by his grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends. Ronald proudly served his Country during Vietnam in...

Al Petri, Jr.

Al Petri, Jr.

September 19, 2024

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Alexander Z. Petri, Jr.

June 21, 1941 to September 19, 2024

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and patriarch, Alexander Z. Petri, Jr., passed away at the age of 83,...

Richard Stanley Moosekian

Richard Stanley Moosekian

September 19, 2024

Richard (Rick, Ricky, Moose) was born March 15, 1956 in Dearborn, Michigan. He sadly passed away at the early age of 68 on September 19, 2024 while living in Allen Park, Michigan.

Rick attended Dearborn Public Schools where he met lifelong friends that he still kept in touch with. He graduated from Edsel...

Barbara  Jean Farley

Barbara Jean Farley

September 19, 2024

Barbara Jean Farley, age 83 of Brownstown Twp., passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024 in her home. Beloved mother of William J. (Andrea) Prowse. Cherished life partner of 30 years to Matthew Jackson. Loving grandmother William James Prowse, Jr. (Brittany) and great-grandmother of Lincoln Mathias Prowse. Dear sister of James (the late Roberta) Trezona. Caring friend of Annie...

Judy Urbanski

Judy Urbanski

September 18, 2024

Judelyn Jayne Urbanski, affectionately known as Judy to her loved ones, passed away on September 18, 2024 at the age of 80, in Trenton, MI, due to an aneurysm. Born on January 3, 1944, in Genoa, OH, Judy's zest for life and her laughter were infectious to everyone she met.

Judy graduated from...

Helen A. Camilli

Helen A. Camilli

September 17, 2024

HELEN ANN CAMILLI (Lexa)

80 years young, Passed away in her home on 9/17/24; Woodhaven, MI She was born to Charles F, and Helen Ann Lexa (Mihel) on May 24, 1944 in Racine, WI

Helen graduated from Horlick High School. She worked at National Steel; Great Lakes Steel division from 8/1973,...

Bernita "Bunny" Matt

Bernita "Bunny" Matt

September 17, 2024

Bernita “Bunny” Matt

December 29, 1943 – September 17, 2024

Bunny Ann Matt, originally of Shelby, Michigan, passed away in her home in the presence of family in Riverview Michigan on September 17, 2024. Beloved wife to her husband of 53 years, George Matt. Loving mother of Michael (Jessica) Matt, Lesley (Paul) Tuttle...

Michele Underwood

Michele Underwood

September 17, 2024

Michele Underwood, age 76 of Oscoda, formerly of Southgate, passed away Tuesday September 17th, 2024.

Michele was born October 4th, 1947 in Wyandotte, MI to the late Ralph and Elizabeth McFarland. Loving wife of Ray. Dear mother of Ray III (Heidi) and Michael (Brooke). Proud grandmother of Mitchell (Samantha) Underwood, Emily (Shawn) Swicki, Hannah (Seth)...

Denise Malone

Denise Malone

September 16, 2024

Denise Malone, of Grosse Ile, passed away September 16, 2024. Beloved wife of Robert E. Malone, MD. Loving mother of Jill, Mark, Elizabeth, Erin, and Kirsten. Proud grandmother of Mason, Blake, Michael, Meghan, Nicholas, and Gretchen. Dear sister of John, Elaine, and Carol. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents,...

Burle George Barnier Sr.

Burle George Barnier Sr.

September 16, 2024

Born in Sandwich, Ontario, Canada, Burle was the son of Francis and Mary (Aiston) Barnier. He married the love of his life, Cheryl Murray, on October 20, 1973. Burle worked at Milan Cast Metal for over 31 years, retiring in 2006. He enjoyed going to the casino and traveling up-north, but his most treasured times were those spent with...

Suzanne "Sue" Claire Shotwell Rebandt Magee

Suzanne "Sue" Claire Shotwell Rebandt Magee

September 15, 2024

Sue Magee, a beloved mother, dedicated caregiver, and passionate advocate for both people and animals, passed away peacefully at the age of 63 after a long battle with glioblastoma. A fixture at Odette Chiropractic for 40 years, Sue’s warmth and unwavering support made a lasting impact on her colleagues and the countless patients who entered the practice seeking care....

Ed Wickenheiser

Ed Wickenheiser

September 15, 2024

Ed Wickenheiser, of Allen Park and Carleton, passed away September 15, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Peggy Wickenheiser. Loving dad of Ted, Faith, and the late Hope. Proud grandpa of Adam, Mark, Jessica, Tabitha, Teddy, Dana, and six great grandchildren. Dear brother of Suzanne, Carl, Lenore, Marcia and the late Tom. He is survived by many nieces, nephews...