OBITUARIES
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Peter R. Garr
October 6, 2019
Garr, Peter. Age 90 of Trenton. October 6, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Joan Garr. Loving father of Michael (Deanne), Peter (Ann Marie), Stephen (Jennifer), Kathleen Garr and the late Margaret Smith. Father-in-law of Gregory Smith. Proud grandpa of Lauren, Katie, Audie, Macey and Jacob. Memorial contributions may be made to the Trenton Hockey Association.
Edward "Jack" Lezotte
October 6, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Jack’s video tribute. Edward "Jack" Lezotte, age 87, was born on October 8, 1931, and raised in Rockwood by his late parents, Edward and Eyla Lezotte. From the young age of 10, Jack helped his father manage the boat rentals and deliveries in the Pointe Mouillee state game area. Jack served...
Donald R. Ayers Sr.
October 6, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Donald’s video tribute. Ayers Sr., Donald R., age 72 of Taylor. Loving husband to Tonna for 36 wonderful years. Beloved father of Catherine (Dan) Levinson and Donald Ayers Jr.. Loving grandfather of Natalie Kelley and Gavin Ayers. Donald proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during Vietnam. He will be...
Giuseppe G. Giavedon
October 5, 2019
Click ont he tribute wall above to view Giuseppe's video tribute. Giuseppe G. Giavedon. Age 84 of Grosse Ile. Passed away October 5, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Mitzi Giavedon. Loving Uncle of Branko (Diane) Gegich, Mark (Debbie) Gegich, Lara Morson and her husband Stefano Bagnariol and the late Cathy Gegich. Dearest Great Uncle of Julie Gegich, Katherine...
Terrie L. Aldred-Mccraight
October 5, 2019
Terrie L. McCraight was born on May 24, 1967 in Georgia and died on October 5, 2019 at the age of 52; she was of Westland and formerly of Romulus. Beloved mom of Stephen (Mary-Kaitlyn) McCraight and Brandon (Chelsea Phillips) McCraight. Dearest sister of Tom (Stephanie Renee), Kelly (Tito), Tammy, Timmy and Bobby. Also survived by other loving family...
Charles C. Watkins
October 4, 2019
Click the tribute wall above to view Charles' video tribute Watkins, Charles C., age 86 of Lincoln Park. Happily married to Berta for fifty nine and a half years. Charles grew up in North Carolina, finding his interests in carpentry, small motor repair, antiquing, gardening, and puzzles. Charles was a loving and considerate husband, brother, and uncle. He is...
Linda "Susie" Shimmell
October 3, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Susie's video tribute Linda “Susie” Shimmell, age 73 of Trenton, passed away October 3rd, 2019. Loving wife of the late Carl. Dear mother of Karla (Charles) Calahan and Kelly (Roxanne). Proud grandmother of Jay (Tyler) Ulman, Cody (Sarah) Calahan, and Hayden Shimmell. Great grandmother of Caleb and Chloe Calahan. Also survived...
George Arthur Carder
October 3, 2019
Born in Monroe, George was one of 7 children born from the union of Oval and Bernice (Kim) Carder. He attended Boyd School here in Monroe. In his younger years, George worked at the Goodwill store. He worked many years at Matthews Bait Shop, where he enjoyed being around water. He also worked many years for Kroger. George enjoyed...
Patrick D. Clinton
October 3, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Patrick's video tribute. Patrick D. Clinton was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on June 21, 1949 and died on October 3, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital Trenton at the age of 70; he was of Brownstown and formerly of Melvindale. Beloved husband of 50 years to Margaret (nee: Roulo). Loving dad of Peggy...
Patrick James Dempsey
October 3, 2019
Dempsey, Patrick James, age 62 of Taylor. Father of Amy Foster and James Bonikowski. Grandfather of Darrell Foster Jr. and Violet Lanesdale. Patrick loved the outdoors, motorcycles, fast cars, and going out on the boat. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Youth Foundation.
Martha A. Downey
October 1, 2019
Downey, Martha A., age 81, October 1, 2019 of Southgate, MI. Beloved wife of the late Vincent. Loving mother of Terry (Larry) Bajorek, Carole (Darrell) Wellman, Tom (Melissa) Downey and Robert Downey. Proud grandmother of Kara, Julie, Sarah, Riley, Emily and Lauren. Also survived by 4 great grandchildren; 2 brothers Jim (Terry) Donnelly and John (Sharon) Donnelly. Contributions in...
Charlie Arquette, Sr.
October 1, 2019
Charlie Arquette, Sr., age 75 of Carleton, passed away October 1, 2019. Born January 21, 1944 to the late Clayton and Irma Arquette. Loving husband of the late Diane. Dear father of Kenneth, Brenda (Carl) Allor, Charles Jr., Jamie Webber, James (Kelly), and Douglas. Very proud grandfather of 13. Very, very proud great grandfather of 7. Sadly along with...
Richard Charles Nemeth Iii
September 30, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Richard’s video tribute. Richard Charles Nemeth III. Age 21 of Trenton. September 30, 2019. Loving son of Jennifer Nemeth (Bruce Holsomback) and Richard C. Nemeth Jr. Dear brother of Cherie (Derek) Peltz. Proud Uncle of Aidan and Landon. Dearest grandson of Blanche DeWitt and Richard and Phyllis Nemeth. Beloved nephew of...
Frederick Charles Lys
September 30, 2019
Frederick Charles Lys was born on August 22, 1943 and died on September 30, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital Dearborn at the age of 76; he was of Allen Park. Loving dad of Tanya (Anthony) Miller and the late Eric Lys. Proud grandpa of Eric, Hannah and Chance. Dearest brother of Michael (Geraldine) Lys. Also survived by his nephew Bruce...
Adam James Thomson
September 29, 2019
Adam James Thomson was born on July 31, 1981 in Trenton, Michigan and died on September 29, 2019 at his home at the age of 38; he was of River Rouge. Beloved father of Zoey. Cherished son of Betty Thomson. Dearest brother of Tom (Laura), Denise (Jesse) Hawkins and the late Jason. Loving uncle of Alura, Julien, Tara, Nikki,...
John Bevak
September 28, 2019
Bevak, John, age 88 of Grosse Ile, was born in Detroit on August 19, 1931 and passed away on September 28, 2019. Loving husband to the late Nancy and the late Ann. Beloved father of the late Patti, Matt (Cindy), Diane (Jeff), Joe (Tina), Joan (Mary), Johnny, Nancy (Tim), Larry (Tammy) and Carl (Jesse). Loving grandpa to 16 grandchildren...
Virginia O. Jackson
September 28, 2019
Jackson, Virginia O., age 80, September 28, 2019 of Browstown Twp., Michigan. Beloved mother of Lawrence (Nicole) Jackson and Eric Jackson. Proud grandmother of Lawrence Jackson II. Dearest sister of Ruth (the late Melvin) Cosby, Charles (Brenda) Lomax, Doris (the late Tom) McIntyre, Edward (Jannie) Lomax. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Contributions in memory of Virginia’s life...
Dennis S. Ruetz
September 27, 2019
Click on the tribute wall above to view Dennis' video tribute Ruetz, Dennis S., Age 67 of Trenton. Beloved husband of Evelyn. Loving father of Jason (Adriana) and Brian. Grandfather of Riley. Preceded in death by his twin sister Denise (Brent) Hunt. Survived by his siblings Carol (Greg) Bollo, Dick (Nancy) Ruetz, John Ruetz and Mike (Clare) Ruetz. Dennis...
Ruth Dorothy Webster
September 27, 2019
Ruth Dorothy Schleh was born December 17, 1922 to John and Melanie (Schmid) Schleh of Saline, Michigan. She was salutatorian of Saline High School in 1940. She then graduated from the University of Michigan and came to teach at South Rockwood High School. She was one of the original Airport High School teachers when the district was formed. She...
Larry Raymond Mullins
September 26, 2019
Larry Raymond Mullins was born in Kentucky on October 13, 1946 and passed away on September 26, 2019 at the age of 72. Larry and his wife Dawn have lived in Southgate since they were married 50 years ago. Loving father to Larry (Heidi) Mullins, William Raymond Mullins (Kim Spence), Jason Robert Mullins and Daniel Ryan Mullins. Beloved grandfather...
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