OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
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.
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
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
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...
Simon Williams
September 15, 2024
Williams, Simon was born on June 15, 1930 and passed away on September 15, 2024 at the age of 94; he was of Riverview. Beloved husband of the late Mary. Loving father of Donna (the late Douglas) Coulter and the late Simon J. Williams. Proud grandfather of Lauren and Joshua and great grandfather of Ella. Loving uncle to many...
Kevin Wend
September 14, 2024
Kevin Wend, of Riverview, passed away September 14, 2024. Beloved husband of Lori. Loving dad of Jessica (Tom) Hickam, and Jennifer (James) Melvin. Proud papa of Aubree. Dear son of Edith and the late Grayson Wend. Cherished brother of Karen (the late Gary) Zuk, and Ken (Laura) Wend. He is survived by his chocolate lab, Big Head Ed; and...
Cindy "Minnie" Williamson
September 14, 2024
Cynthia Ann Williamson passed away on September 14, 2024. She will be remembered as the sunshine at the center of our universe. She was married to her late husband and best friend, Bill Williamson and loved him dearly. She knew the day would come that she would see him again. She raised her three wonderful children, Bill, Brian (Kim),...
Craig Steven Bass, Ii
September 13, 2024
Craig Steven Bass II, often called Craigy left this world Friday, September 13, 2024 at the age of 27 at his home in Flat Rock.
Craigy was born October 2nd, 1996, that day is when the world got a little more colorful. From day one, he was energetic, vibrant and a special one-of-a-kind person. Craigy...
Lewis Edward Dolan
September 13, 2024
In Loving Memory of Lewis Edward Dolan
Born on August 30, 1954 in Royal Oak, Michigan, Lewis Edward Dolan from Newport, MI passed away on the morning of September 13, 2024.
He lived a life full of love for sports, especially his favorite teams: the Detroit Lions, the Detroit Tigers, and...
Imogene Sabo
September 13, 2024
Imogene Sabo "Mullins", age 91 of Trenton, passed away on September 13, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife to her late husband, John, of 52 years.
Loving mother to Connie (Ken), Marcy (Tim), Lisa, and Angie (Brian); grandmother to 8 grandchildren; great-grandmother to 4 great-grandchildren. She was also well loved by...
Kim Kochevar
September 12, 2024
Kim Kochevar, of Lincoln Park, age 67, September 12, 2024. Loving daughter of Dorothy and the late Gordon Kochevar. Cherished sister of Kathy (Derek) Fox. Beloved aunt of Becky Lukas, and Ben Lukas. Proud great aunt of Kaylee, Benjamin, and Elek. She is survived by many wonderful friends and family members.
Kim loved to travel...
Charles W. "Chuck Or Charlie" Hamrick, Sr.
September 12, 2024
Charles W. Hamrick, Sr. or “Chuck/Charlie” was born May 28, 1934 in Ripley, West Virginia to Bertha “Betty” Hamrick and Charles McGraw. He grew up poor, helping his grandparents farm the land. He joined the U.S. Army and served in Europe, post WWII. Returning to the States, he ventured to Michigan to find work. He was a handsome, young...
Richard Elwood Bressler
September 12, 2024
Richard Elwood Bressler, age 88, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loved ones, on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Richard was born September 11, 1936 to the late Elwood and Evelyn (Johnson) Bressler. A lifelong Monroe and Newport resident, he was a dedicated member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Richard received his education with Airport High...
Michele Preston
September 12, 2024
Michele Preston of Brownstown Twp., Michigan, formerly of Allen Park, passed away at her home on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at the age of 71. Beloved wife of 50 years to William Preston. Cherished mother of Joseph Preston and the late Christopher Preston. Cherished grandmother of Jane Preston. Dear sister of Maryanne Loeengruber. Michele was preceded in death by...
Fred Fischer
September 11, 2024
Fred Fischer, age 86 of Woodhaven, MI passed away September 11, 2024. Loving husband of Mary Ann Fischer. Cherished father of James Cassan, Richard (Marlo) Cassan, Tom Cassan, John (Dania) Fischer, Jennifer (Ken) Heebsh, the late Michael Cassan and the late Robert Cassan. Proud Papa of 16 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Loving brother of Terry Mayville, David (Sharon) Fischer,...
James Timothy Black
September 11, 2024
James Timothy Black, age 71 of Grosse Ile, passed away on September 11, 2024 surrounded by his family.
He was the beloved husband to his wife, Barbara, of 18 years. Loving father to Aaron (Leeanne), Lisa (David), and Danny (Genette). Cherished papa to Gaaron, Grayson, and Ellie. Devoted brother to Greg (Sharon). Beloved uncle to...
Sharron L. Salsbury
September 11, 2024
Sharron L. Salsbury of Allen Park, MI passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at the age of 77. Beloved daughter of the late Harvey and Arlene Salsbury. Cherished friend of Vickey L. Thompson. Dear niece of Frank E. Hanson. Loving cousin of Randy, Darryl, Frank, Michael, Cathy, Mark, Eric, Vicky, and Teri. Devoted cat-mom...
Dave L. Crum
September 11, 2024
David Leroy Crum, age 69 of Southgate, passed away on September 11, 2024 peacefully.
Loving father to Carrie, Ryan, and Lindsay and her husband B. Loving grandfather to Dean and Owen. Loving spouse of 30 years to Shirlee. Loving son to his late parents, Leroy and Loretta. He was also well...
Laura Marie Musial
September 11, 2024
Laurie Musial, 63, the best sister a brother could ask for, left us on September 11, 2024.
Laurie was born in Wyandotte and lived her entire life at her home in Trenton. She is survived by her brother Mickey Musial and her partner in crime Thor. Laurie was preceded in death by her parents Helen...
Mary "Eileen" Offerman
September 10, 2024
Mary “Eileen” Offerman of Allen Park, MI passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Frederick “Tim” Offerman. Loving mother of Diane (Steven) Tolbert, Tim Offerman, Patrick (Renee) Offerman, and Karen (Brian) Offerman-Daley. Cherished grandma of Nathen and Emilie Offerman, and Kyle (Maria) Daley, Jacob Daley, and Mackenzie Daley. Caring...