OBITUARIES

February 11, 2017

James Ray was born on March 7, 1944 in Valley Creek, TN and died on February 11, 2017 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 72; he was of Riverview. Beloved dad of Kimmie (Keith) Johnston, Shelly (Dean) Flucks, Jamie (Tonya) and Kristina Terry. Proud papaw of Anthony James, Ashley, Tabbitha (Etan), Briawnna, Alex, Teresa (Nick) and...

February 11, 2017

Niner, Harry E., age 91, February 11, 2017, formerly of Gibraltar, Michigan. Beloved husband of the late Anna. Loving father of Deberah (Brad) Soash, Rod (Andrea) Niner, Daryl (Teresa) Niner and Terry (Susan) Niner. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

February 11, 2017

Martha Ann Bitz, 91, of Monroe, passed away February 11, 2017 in Medilodge of Monroe. Born September 21, 1925 in Monroe, Michigan, Martha was the daughter of Lester Charles and Anna Frances (Boes) Bitz. Martha received her GED from Monroe Public Schools and she retired from AT & T after 35 years of clerical work. Martha volunteered at Habitat...

February 11, 2017

Max E. Szobonya; age 70, February 11, 2017 of Lincoln Park. Beloved husband of Patti. Loving Dad of Timothy, Angela, Shawn, Shannon, Shawn D. and Montana. Dearest grandpa "papa bear" of 5: Shayla, Rhianna, Natalie, Dylan and Nevada "Rose". Also survived by 1 brother, 2 sisters, nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends. Donations in memory of Max...

February 10, 2017

Ruth was born on July 14, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan and died on February 10, 2017 in Trenton at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Eugene. Loving mother of JoAnn Rizzuto, Suzanne Slick, E.J., Timothy, Michael and Matthew. Ruth leaves behind many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The family suggests donations in memory of Ruth...

February 10, 2017

Randy R. Poore; age 58, February 10, 2017 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of Trina. Loving dad of Bobby (Sally), Stacy Barnes and Amy (Walter) Cuevas. Dearest papa of 14 and great-papa of 2. Dear brother of Rodney (Brenda), Todd (Cheryl), Tamara Moore and Timothy. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends. Donations in...

February 10, 2017

Andrusaitis, Jonas "John", age 56 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of Norma. Loving father of Michael, Katie, and Julia. Beloved son of the late Albinas and Kostule Andrusaitis. Loving brother of Gediminas (Connie), Irena (Douglas) Dunn, Laima (Brian) Vizachero, Birute, and Vytas. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. John enjoyed spending time outdoors, watching and attending sporting...

February 9, 2017

Patricia Anne "Patti" Hovorka (August 6, 1931 – February 9, 2017) Patti was born to Raymond and Irene Courtney in Youngstown, Ohio. As an only child, she always wished for a big family. She leaves behind just that: Five children: Jan (Cliff), Jim (Laura), Bob (Conni), Tom (Sheryl), and Kathleen (Craig); two step-children: Nancy (Mike), and Linda; 19 grandchildren;...

February 9, 2017

Wesley, Ann E. nee: Jefferys. Age 83, of Grosse Ile. February 9, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Bill Wesley. Loving mother of Kathleen (Jeff) Kline, Craig (Stephanie) Wesley, Claire (Chris) Lewis and Jeff (Stephanie) Wesley. Proud grandmother of Jonathan (Jen), Patrick (Caitlin), Emily, Brynna, Jenna, Keira, Josie and Cece. Great grandmother of Kennedy and Landon. Dear sister of...

February 8, 2017

Leighton, Robert, age 45 of Dearborn passed away peacefully on February 8th, 2017. Robert was a loving husband to his wife Jennifer, father to Nevada, Robert, Kallie, Summer, Ryan and Ava, son to Robert (Lisa) Leighton, Debbie (David) Roe. He also leaves behind his brothers Brian (Amy) Leighton, James (Deanna) Leighton and his sister Barbara (Josh) Dunkin and many...

February 8, 2017

Thomas-Kwasniewski, Dawn L. Age 56 of Riverview, Florida, formerly of Taylor, Michigan. February 8, 2017. Loving mother of Bradley (Elizabeth) Ballard. Proud grandmother of Benjamin and Henry. Beloved daughter of Bob and Judy Kwasniewski. Dearest sister of Jeffrey (Ava) Kwasniewski. Loving aunt of Cody, Shelby and Emma. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ The King Lutheran Church, 15600...

February 7, 2017

Born in Monroe, Christine was the daughter of Kenneth and Wilma (Miller) Dusseau. A dedicated homemaker Christine was a devout Christian. She enjoyed working in her flower garden, traveling, collecting knickknacks and antiques; reading; and feeding the birds and squirrels in her yard. Christine also very much enjoyed talking to others and sharing her life experiences, but her favorite...

February 7, 2017

Duclo, Lloyd H., age 73, February 7, 2017 of Southgate, Michigan. Bleoved father of Elizabeth Parent, Lisa Barrera and Lori Cook. Also survived by his grandchildren Alexis, Emily, DJ "Duke", Cody, Isabelle, Elena, Joshua, Billy, Nicole and Tammy; his sister Kathleen Baughman.

February 6, 2017

Warren Bielby, age 72, of Woodhaven died of natural causes on Tuesday, February 6 at Beaumont Hospital, Taylor. Warren was born on January 21, 1945 to Charles and Bretta Marie (Holzheuer) Bielby. In 1967 he married Judith Fick of Midland. They relocated to Downriver when Warren began working in the auto industry. Warren enjoyed both playing and coaching volleyball...

February 6, 2017

Anna Beth was born on August 17, 1941 and died on February 6, 2017 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital at the age of 75; she was of Southgate. Beloved mom of Pamela (Eric) Samu, Clifford (Heather), Richard (Shannon) and Glenn (Cari). Proud grandma of Erika, Emily, Alexandra, Dion, Lillian, Madysen, Cameron, Liam, Kassidy, Samantha and Donovan. Dearest sister of...

February 4, 2017

Miller, Coleen S., age 73, February 4, 2017 of Woodhaven, Michigan. Beloved wife of Larry. Loving mother of Jerry (Sue) Miller, Julie (Joel) Hornick, Debbi (Steve) Flickema and David (Cheryl) Miller. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 3 siblings.

February 4, 2017

Laskosky, Vicky Lynn. Age 61, of Taylor. February 4, 2017. Loving mother of Jeremy (Jennifer) Hatfield, Xenia Shupe, Christopher Shupe and Ashley Shupe. Proud grandmother of 8. Dear sister of Cindy, Cliff (Peggy), Jeff (Elaine), Lona (Mike) and Jackie. Preceded in death by parents Roy and Dolores Laskosky and brothers Marty and Rich Laskosky. Memorial contributions may be made...

February 3, 2017

Born in Detroit, Luke was the son of Johann and Winifred (Coon) Drotar. He married the love of his life, Bonnie Brown, August 3, 1968. Sadly she preceded him in death October 26, 1999. He had worked at Ford Motor Company as a Skilled Tradesman and Welder/Repairman for over 46 years, retiring in 2016. Luke served in the Navy...

February 3, 2017

February 2, 2017

Born in Detroit, James was the son of Joseph and Ivy (Holland) Dempsey. He worked for many years for Charles Oehring Well Drilling, retiring in 1999. James was a member of the Estral Beach Fire Department. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and looking for mushrooms. James also enjoyed shooting pool and playing Euchre. James leaves to cherish his...