OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Ronald B. Whitaker

Ronald B. Whitaker

October 26, 2017

Whitaker, Ronald B., age 71, October 26, 2017 of Allen Park, Michigan. Beloved father of Chris (Jamie) Whitaker, Melissa (Rob) Yeary and Michele (Roy Rodriguez) Whitaker. Also survived by 9 grandchildren; his brother Tom Whitaker and his sister Sheila Whitaker.

Jean Clara Burt

Jean Clara Burt

October 26, 2017

Jean Burt, age 83 of Woodhaven. She went home to be with her late husband Adrian and the Lord on October 26, 2017. Loving mother of Michelle (the late Fred) Frazier. Dearest sister of Ruth (Jerry) Miller and Wayne (Margaret) Harmon and the late Kenneth (Pat) Harmon and the late Clyde (Karen) Harmon. Beloved daughter of the late Charles...

Irene Florence Drouillard

Irene Florence Drouillard

October 26, 2017

Born in Clacton-On-Sea, England, Irene was the daughter of William and Maude (Tyler) Cook. She married Donald Drouillard in 1958 in Bury St. Edmonds, England. She then moved to the United States in 1959 to begin her journey of becoming a citizen, which she accomplished in 1972. A devoted, hard working homemaker and mother of five, Irene had worked...

Mrs. Dorothy Markese Rose

Mrs. Dorothy Markese Rose

October 26, 2017

Rose, Dorothy M. Oct. 26, Age 94, of Trenton. Beloved Wife of Ardith. Dear Mother of Daniel. Dearest Grandmother of Justin, Stephen, Aubrey and Mia. also survived by 2 great grandchildren Griffyn and Kensley. Visitation at the Trenton Chapel of the Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd. Sunday 10:00 until time of 12:30pm. Entombment at Michigan Memorial...

Mr. Daniele Graziani

Mr. Daniele Graziani

October 25, 2017

Daniele Graziani October 17, 1927 to October 25, 2017 Loving Husband, Father, Nonno (Grandfather), Brother & Uncle Southgate, MI (90) Beloved husband of Maria (Gentile) for 56 years. Loving father of John (Maryann) and Patricia Graziani. Proud Nonno of Christian, Daniel & Joshua. Dear brother of Elia (Graziani) Battaglini (Toronto, Canada). Dearest brother in law of Ubaldo (Teresa) Gentile...

Carmella Dumais

Carmella Dumais

October 25, 2017

Carmella was born on December 12, 1935 and died on October 25, 2017 at the age of 81; she was of Trenton. Beloved wife of the late Cyrille. Loving mom of Dennis, Steven (Pamela), David (Judy) and Deborah (Jeff) Mann. Proud grandma of Michael (Kelly), Eric (Lindsay), Grant, David, J.R., Daniel and Natalie. Great grandma of Hunter, Hudson, Claire...

Dillon Michael Sadler

Dillon Michael Sadler

October 24, 2017

Sadler, Dillon. Age 18. October 24, 2017. Beloved son of Tommie (Christina) and Kimberly Sadler. Cherished grandson of Eve Harmon, Edward and the late Barbara Greiner, Joy and the late Butch Lloyd, and the late Jerry Ray and Ida Fay Sadler. Dearest brother to Amber, Brittney, Tommie, Madisyn, Makiya, Mackenzey, Miranda, Megan, and Morgan. Proud uncle of Joey, Savannah,...

Dr. Edwin J. Grzesik

Dr. Edwin J. Grzesik

October 24, 2017

Edwin John Grzesik was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 29, 1936 to Rozalia and John Grzesik. He had five siblings: 4 brothers and 1 sister. Edwin worked in his parent's corner grocery all during his school years. While growing up he attended Our Lady Queen of Angels Grade School and St. Hedwig High School. He then attended Wayne...

Marina Hess

Marina Hess

October 24, 2017

Born in Eagle Pass Texas, Marina was the daughter of Sontiago and Ana (Pineda) Carter. She married to love of her life, Brijido Hess. Sadly he preceded her in death in 1964. A dedicated homemaker, Marina was a faithful member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church. Marina leaves to cherish her memory her children: Victor Hess, Robert (Nancy) Hess, Rosalia...

Mr. Robert A. Morrison

Mr. Robert A. Morrison

October 23, 2017

Robert A. Morrison, age 67 of Lincoln Park and Trenton, passed away October 23, 2017. Loving father of Tim (Kelli) and the late Robert A. Morrison, Jr. Proud PaPa of Bowen, Mackenzie, Emma, and Jack. Also survived by his loving sister, Nancy Marks and daughter in law, Danielle Morrison. In addition to his son, Robert was preceded in death...

Gary A. Kupchick

Gary A. Kupchick

October 22, 2017

Born in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, Gary was the son of Walter and Lucy (Falcone) Kupchick. He married Dale Nowicki on May 26, 1987. Gary worked as a Material Handler Manager for Ford Motor Company for over 42 years, retiring in 2007. Gary enjoyed target shooting, gardening and working in his yard. Gary leaves to cherish his memory, Dale,...

Reta Jean Teets

Reta Jean Teets

October 22, 2017

Reta Jean Teets; age 79, October 22, 2017 of Lincoln Park. Beloved wife of Jim. Loving mother of Kenny, Jackie (Robert) Acuna, Mark (Lisa) and Brian (Amanda). Dearest grandmother of Jason, James, Chelsea, Zachary, Victoria, Ashley, Alayna, Gavin and great-grandmother of Alice. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends. The family suggests donations in...

Arthur F. Koester

Arthur F. Koester

October 22, 2017

Koester, Arthur F. Age 87. October 22, 2017 of Portage and formerly of Grosse Ile. Loving husband of 63 years to Clare. Beloved father of William Charles "Bill" and Ann Phyllis (Gerardo) Rincon. Proud grandfather of Alicia (Kyle) Wright and Michael Rincon. Also survived by his brother-in-law James Piet of Charleston, SC as well as other loving family and...

Grayson 'Joe' Wend

Grayson 'Joe' Wend

October 22, 2017

Wend, Grayson "Joe". Age 78; October 22, 2017. Beloved husband of Edith Wend for 59 years. Loving father of Kevin (Lori) Wend, Karen (Gary) Zuk, Ken (Laura) Wend. Cherished grandpa to Jessica (Tom) Hickam, the late Laura Zuk, Justin (Nicole) Wend, Robyn Zuk, Jennifer Wend, Courtney Wend, Grace Wend, and Emma Wend. Beloved brother of Mildred (the late Joe)...

Amy Patricia Przybylo

Amy Patricia Przybylo

October 21, 2017

Amy Patricia Przybylo. Age 32. October 21, 2017. Of Dearborn Heights. Precious daughter of Randy and Linda Przybylo. Dearest sister of Jimmy (Amber) Zelek, Randy Przybylo Jr. and Branden Przybylo. Adored auntie of Brantley Zelek. Loving girlfriend of Matthew Fisher. Doting fur mommy to Bandit Przybylo. Amy is preceded in death by her best friend and sister Kelly Przybylo,...

Maria Vespa

Maria Vespa

October 21, 2017

Vespa, Maria. Age 73, of Allen Park. October 21, 2017. Beloved wife of Edward for 51 years. Loving mother of Felicia Vespa, Paola Vespa and Gino (Angela) Vespa. Proud Nonna of Guiliano and Marianna. Dear sister of Joe (Rosetta) DiRusso. Dearest Zia of Josie (Jason), Daniela (Rob) and Melissa. Great Zia of Antonio and Angelo. Survived also by many...

Grace Marie Debiasi

Grace Marie Debiasi

October 21, 2017

Grace was born on January 25, 1923 in Detroit, Michigan and died on October 21, 2017 at her home in Taylor at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Chester. Loving mother of Mary (Don) Hall, JoAnn (Chuck) Holt, Debbie Compton, Kathy (Mark) Pierfederici, Carol (John) Kaus and Theresa (Randy) Dodson. Dearest grandmother of 12 and great...

David M. Wiseman

David M. Wiseman

October 20, 2017

David M. Wiseman: age 63, October 20, 2017 of Flat Rock. Beloved husband of Wilma for 44 plus years. Loving dad of David (Jennifer), Scott (Jennifer) and Hillary (Brendan Sandusky). Dearest papa of Brianna, Jacob and Brett. Dear brother of Karen (Don) Rinna, Rick (Dawn Curry), Christie (Donly) Elkins, Kevin (Colleen) and the late Gayle (Tim) Alexander. Also survived...

Joseph 'Butch' Krzyston

Joseph 'Butch' Krzyston

October 19, 2017

Joseph "Butch" Krzyston, age 72 of Monroe, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2017 at his home. Joseph was born August 3, 1945 in Monroe, Michigan to Joseph Anthony and Ann Marie (Vadun) Krzyston. He worked as an assembler at the Ford Plant in Monroe for 36 years, retiring in 2001. Joseph was an avid golfer, enjoyed bowling, was a...

Christal Marie Parker

Christal Marie Parker

October 19, 2017

Christal Marie Parker: age 35, October 19, 2017 of Romulus. Loving mother of Samantha, Colin, Jacob, Christian and Chace. Dearest sister of Allan (Rachel) and Jillian (Kyle) Jordon.