OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Diane M. Lichy

Diane M. Lichy

April 27, 2019

Lichy, Diane M., age 64, April 27, 2019 of Southgate, MI. Beloved daughter of the late John and Gertrude Lichy. Dear sister of Sharon Lichy, John (the late Kris) Lichy, Gary (Eileen) Lichy and Cheryl (Todd) Poore. Also survived by her nieces and nephews Connie, Christy, John Christopher, David, Danny, Angela, Jennifer and Robbie; her great nieces and nephews...

Carole E. Slupek

Carole E. Slupek

April 27, 2019

Slupek, Carole E., age 72, died on April 27, 2019. Beloved wife of the late John Slupek. Loving mother of Toni Black, Nick (Michelle) Amato and Doni (Jeff) Polenz. Also survived by her grandchildren Shay (Krista) Black, Joseph Holt, Samantha (Chelsea) Pelaccio, Charles Amato, James Polenz and Joselyn Polenz; her great grandchildren Shay Black and Jackson Holt; her siblings...

Blanche Webb

Blanche Webb

April 27, 2019

Born in Detroit, Blanche was the daughter of Edward and Sophie (Piotrowski) Hasse. After graduation from high school, she married the love of her life, George Webb, on August 28, 1971. A dedicated homemaker and talented artist, Blanche enjoyed painting and drawing. She also loved horsed and enjoyed camping. Blanche leaves to cherish her memory, George, her husband of...

Paula J. Pelto

Paula J. Pelto

April 26, 2019

Paula J. Pelto; age 68, April 26, 2019 of Woodhaven. Beloved wife of the late Larry Dodd and the late John Pelto. Loving mom of Jeff (Bridget) Dodd, John (Marah) Pelto and Matt Pelto. Dearest grandma of Josh, Zack, Victoria, Collin, Grayson and Milo. Dear sister of Pat (Mary) Horning and Susan (Stuart) Casey. Special companion of John "Paco"...

Dawn Marie Blackson

Dawn Marie Blackson

April 26, 2019

Blackson, Dawn Marie. Age 60 of Trenton. Passed away peacefully April 26, 2019. Loving daughter of Nancy Blackson and the late William L. Blackson. Dearest sister of David (Michelle) Blackson. Precious Aunt of Rachel (Rick) Young, Ryan and Phillip. Great Aunt of Abigail, Cole, Paige and Ella. Survived also by Uncle Carl Erxleben of Harbor Springs and many loving...

Herta L.  Kokorudz

Herta L. Kokorudz

April 26, 2019

Herta L. Kokorudz, age 100 of Grosse Ile and loving wife of the late Michael Kokorudz, passed away April 26, 2019. She preceded in death by her mother Helen Eppler. In her spare time she enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, sewing, knitting, spending time with family and friends, and various activities with her husband, including working on the homes they...

Janet  Marie Savage

Janet Marie Savage

April 26, 2019

Born in Monroe, Janet was the daughter of Roy and Myrtle (Quick) Savage. Janet worked at Restaurant Italia, her family’s restaurant, for many years. She then moved to Vero Beach Florida, where she worked for the Oak Harbor Retirement Community, retiring in 2007. She then moved back to Michigan, making her home in Livonia. A devoted mother and grandmother,...

Eric J. Williams

Eric J. Williams

April 25, 2019

Williams, Eric J., age 67, April 25, 2019 of New Boston, Michigan. Beloved husband of Jill. Loving father of Jill (Stephen) Gentner and Erika (David) Vivio. Proud grandfather of William, Audrey, Evelyn, Ethan, Owen and Norah. Preceded in death by his parents James and Alfreda Williams and his brother Carl Williams. Contributions in memory of Eric's life may be...

George J. Sanger, Jr.

George J. Sanger, Jr.

April 25, 2019

Sanger, George John, Jr., age 75, April 25, 2019 of Trenton, Michigan. Survived by his cousin Allen Brooks.

Robert Lee  Giannola "Bob"

Robert Lee Giannola "Bob"

April 25, 2019

Robert Lee Giannola "Bob", Born on June 13, 1938 he was called home on April 25, 2019. He preceded in death by his parents Leo and Leona, his brother Tony, his beloved son Anthony (Tony), and his grand daughter Sydney. He survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Carolyn and his children Salvador, Caryn, Lena and Vito; his...

Lorenda Burris

Lorenda Burris

April 24, 2019

Lorenda Burris; age 80, April 24, 2019 of Brownstown. Loving mom of Phyllis (Robert) Baker, Kim (Ken) Rode, and Pearl Daugherty. Dearest mimi of Scott, Tyler, Natalie, Susan, Jim, David, and loving great grandmother. Dear sister of Charlotte, John, and the late Charles. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Joyce Beaudrie

Joyce Beaudrie

April 23, 2019

Joyce died on April 23, 2019 at Bell Fountain Nursing Center in Riverview at the age of 89 years old. Daughter of Ernest and Hazel (Bondy) Blanchett she was born on January 28, 1930. She married Raymond Beaudrie of Rockwood on June 6, 1953 at St. Charles Borromeo in Newport. They spent 62 loving years together. Sadly, Ray preceded...

Edwardine "Dean" Mccall

Edwardine "Dean" Mccall

April 23, 2019

Edwardine "Dean" McCall; age 89, April 23, 2019 of Trenton. Loving sister, aunt and friend. Visitation Monday, April 29, 2019 from 3 pm - 8 pm at the Trenton Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Road. Visitation Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 2565 Third Street, Trenton, until time of Mass 12 noon. Donations in...

Roland E. Burnard

Roland E. Burnard

April 23, 2019

Born in Toledo, Roland was the son of Frederick and Kathryn (Zock) Burnard. After graduation from high school, Roland faithfully served our country with the United States Army during the Korean War from August 1952 until August 1954. He married the love of his life, Mariette Willaert, on February 17, 1953 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Monroe. Roland served...

Nancy Jo Goins

Nancy Jo Goins

April 23, 2019

Born in Monroe, Nancy was the daughter of Hershel and Gloria (Simonelli) Burchett. Nancy attended Monroe High School and was later married to Gillis Gene Goins. Sadly he preceded her in death in 1993. She then was engaged to Bobby Wayne Williams, who also preceded her in death in 2003. Nancy was an avid reader, enjoyed watching Netflix and...

Charles R. Mcadams

Charles R. Mcadams

April 22, 2019

Charles R. “Chuck” McAdams, April 22, 2019, age 80 of Wyandotte, Michigan. Dearest husband of the late Joann McAdams. Father of Teresa, Michael, Scheryal, and the late Charles W. Loving grandfather and great grandfather of many. In his spare time he enjoyed playing bingo and cards, boating, fishing, traveling and spending time with his family and Lorelei.

Joseph Loiacano

Joseph Loiacano

April 22, 2019

Joseph Loiacano; Age 88, April 22, 2019 of Canton. Beloved husband of Catherine. Loving father of Samuel (Mary Jo Lacey), the late Theresa Faasse, Marie (Gary) Wallis, Joseph (Jenn) and Nicolo (Lisa). Dearest grandfather of Jenni, Michael, Kyle, Derek, Nicole, Sarah, A.J., Sophie, Heather and Artie. Dear brother of Tony, Sam, John (Sharla) and Russell. Also survived by many...

Hildegard A. Stetson

Hildegard A. Stetson

April 22, 2019

Stetson, Hildegard A. Age 84. April 22, 2019 of Rockwood. Beloved companion of 22 years to Edward Lezotte. Dearest grandmother of Maja Stark, Enrico Stark and Jelena Stark. Also survived by many friends. Hildegard was preceded in death by her son Hans Joachim Stark, her parents and her sister.

Jerome A. Stairs

Jerome A. Stairs

April 21, 2019

Jerome A. Stairs, age 74 of Detroit; April 21st, 2019. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary. He leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Jennifer. He is also survived by his sister, Yvonne (Thomas) Tadajewski and nephew, Jason Hicks. Donations made in memory of Jerome may be made to the donor's choice.

Billy L. Miller

Billy L. Miller

April 21, 2019

Billy L. Miller, Trenton resident since 1954, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019 at the age of 89. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Jean Miller. He is survived by four children, Melissa Surmacz, Brenda Chabot, William (Colleen) Miller, and Thad Miller as well as 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Billy was...