OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
John Roger Nocella
December 4, 2019
Born in Monroe, John was the son of Thomas and Margaret (Duprez) Nocella. John was a member of the US Army in the early 60’s and later made a career as an oiler for Chrysler Corporation for over 40 years. John was an active member of several motorcycle clubs in the Detroit and Toledo areas and had a passion...
Rick "Homes" Lozano
December 4, 2019
Click on tribute wall above to view Rick's memorial video. Rick "Homes" Lozano. Age 62 of Lincoln Park. December 4, 2019. Loving father of the late Michelle Lozano, Tammy Barks-Lozano and David Lozano. Proud grandpa of the late angel Sky Lozano, Jason Gordon, Justin Gordon, Mario Romero, Jaden Romero, Briana Bates, Khloe Lozano and Isabella Lozano. Beloved son of...
Caroline Allen
December 3, 2019
Caroline was born on May 27, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan and died on December 3, 2019 at Detroit Receiving Hospital at the age of 80; she was of Detroit. Beloved wife of the late William. Loving mom of Michael (Pamela) Giles. Proud grandma of Jayden and Randy and great grandma of Mason and Caleb. Dearest sister of Thomas Glegola...
Mary Ann Seitz
December 3, 2019
Click on tribute wall above to view Mary's memorial video. Seitz, Mary Ann, age 91, December 3, 2019 of Melvindale, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Loving mother of Charles J. (Sheri), Ann Marie Hoffman, Thomas (Tammy), Andrew (Anne), Susanne Seitz and the late John. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and many honorary kids and...
Theresa Annette Zamesnik
December 3, 2019
Theresa Annette Zamesnik passed away December 3, 2019. Her only child Justin Parks proceeded her in death as did both her parents and her husband. Theresa’s deep faith in our Lord Jesus Christ carried her and strengthened her at all times. She is sincerely missed by those who loved her most. Rest In Peace until we meet again. The...
Betty Jane Kessler
December 3, 2019
She was born Betty Wittes, the third of four farmer’s daughters to Rosa and Frank Wittes in Waterville, Ohio. Their farm was classic, rural America: hard work, family, and rewards of the earth. Betty was the only daughter to break out of the farm family pattern when she left to take nursing classes. She graduated nursing school with a...
David John Yodhes
December 3, 2019
David John Yodhes, an attorney, lifetime resident of Allen Park Michigan passed away on December 3rd, 2019. David is survived by his wife, Betty Yodhes; his parents, Valerie and John Yodhes; his father- in-law George Sanchez; his siblings, Ann and James McKnight, Paula Wing, and John and Jeanne Sanchez; his nieces Caroline and Ian Mcknight, and Jenna Sanchez. He...
Robert Ray King
December 1, 2019
Beloved husband of Magdalene. Dearest father of Raymond (Kim) King, James (Shannan) King and Tammy (Charles) Hildebrandt. Loving grandfather of 8 and great grandfather of 2. Also leaves siblings: Frank King, Barb (Dan) Canode and Becky Shinaver.
Audrey May Harold
December 1, 2019
Click on tribute wall to view Audrey's memorial video. Audrey May Harold, age 91, December 1, 2019, formerly of Southgate, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Leslie Harold whom she married Jan. 7, 1950 and preceded her in death on March 1, 1981. Loving mother of Saundra (Ronald) Tabor, Stephen (the late Sharon) Harold, Daniel (Betty) Harold, Sharon (Mike)...
Thomas M. Afetian
December 1, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Thomas' video tribute. Thomas Michael Afetian was born on August 30, 1938 in New York and died on December 1, 2019 at his home at the age of 81; he was of Taylor. Beloved husband of 50 years to Val. Cherished dad of David, Brian and Angela. Proud grandpa of David...
Billy W. Hensley
November 30, 2019
Billy W. Hensley. Age 66 of Detroit. November 30, 2019. Beloved husband of Phyllis for 46 years. Loving father of Abbie Hensley (Jary Helter), Robert Hensley and Keith Hensley. Proud Papaw of Sarah, Megan, Nevaeh, Jacob, Eva, Katlynn, Joshua and Craig. Great Papaw of Levi. Billy was preceded in death by his parents George and Eva Hensley and a...
Catherine Bernice Rejefski
November 30, 2019
Catherine Bernice (Bunny) Rejefski, 101, of Southgate, MI, passed away at her home on Saturday, November 30, 2019, surrounded by her loving children. She was born July 6, 1918, in Detroit, the daughter of the late Willis and Mary Ellen Houk. In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Willard Edward Rejefski, in...
Krystle D. Frye
November 29, 2019
Please click on tribute wall above to view Krystle's memorial video. Krystle was born on April 29, 1988 and died on November 29, 2019 at the age of 31; she was of Taylor. Beloved wife of Travis. Cherished mom of Zackary, Adrianna, Andria and Anastaisha. Loving daughter of James (Dawn) and Lisa. Dearest sister of Joseph, Tiffany and Amber....
Kyle F. Stack
November 29, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Mayor Stack's video tribute. Mayor Kyle F. Stack., age 62 of Trenton. Loving wife of Bill Jasman. Beloved daughter of Shar Stack. Dearest sister of Craig (Pam) Stack. Loving aunt of Evan, Kristen, Peyton, Mary, and Michael. Kyle leaves behind also her half sister Lisa (Mark) Andrews. Memorial contributions in honor...
Irene O'Neill Edwards
November 29, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Irene's video tribute. Irene O’Neill Edwards, age 87 of Riverview. Irene was married to Jack O’Neill, her first loving husband and father of her five children for 33 years. Loving mother of Diana (Roger) Bowman, David (Rose) O’Neill, Cookie Bootz, Jackie Sullivan, and Mary Liz Herman. Beloved grandma of Dave Jr.,...
Elenor T. Lozon
November 29, 2019
Elenor was born in Monroe, the 2nd child of the family of 7 children from the union of the late Peter Lozon and the late Catherine (Verdenburg) Lozon. She remained single all of her life. Elenor was a caregiver for much of her life. When she was younger, she lived with her sister, Virginia, and cared for their children...
Richard M. Nielsen, Jr.
November 28, 2019
Grosse Ile, MI – Richard M. (Dick) Nielsen, Jr, devout engineer, beloved husband and cherished father and grandfather, died at his home early Thanksgiving morning (28 November) Dick’s health had taken a turn for the worse in the last several weeks. In October, family and friends paid tribute to him in an 80th birthday celebration. Dick was a noted...
Jacqueline Faith Deschaw
November 28, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Jacqueline's video tribute. Jacqueline Faith was born on August 29, 1931 in Lincoln Park, MI and died on November 28, 2019 at the age of 88; she was of Woodhaven. Beloved wife of the late Paul Robert Deschaw, Sr. Loving mom of the late Cathy, the late Ronald Martin, the late...
Jim Pace
November 28, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Jim's video tribute. Jim Pace, age 79 of Woodhaven, passed away November 28, 2019. Loving husband of the late Juanita. Dear Dad of Robin (Tim) Johnson and Jody Kovich. Proud Poppy of Nicholas (Victoria) Johnson, Natalie Johnson, and Garrett Kovich. Great Poppy of Layla Johnson. Also survived by many other beloved...
Jim Beyer
November 26, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Jim's video tribute. Jim was born on February 1, 1960 in Trenton, Michigan and died on November 26, 2019 at Advantage Living Center at the age of 59; he was of Taylor. Beloved husband of 15 years to Cheryl. Loving dad of Samantha (Darrel), Heather, Michael (Courtney) and Tony (Meghan). Proud...