OBITUARIES

August 26, 2016

Antol, Helen, age 85, August 26, 2016, of Riverview, MI. She is survived by her siblings Ethel (Earl) Palk, Isabelle (the late James) Bowden, Roberta (the late Stanley) Madeya and Yolanda (Jay) Yarnell; many nieces and nephews. Contributions in memory of Helen's life may be made to American Hungarian Reformed Church, 9901 Allen Road, in Allen Park, MI 48101...

August 25, 2016

Darden, Phyllis M., age 66 of Allen Park, passed away August 25th, 2016. Beloved mother of Clatice, James (Terri), and Antoine (Veronica). Cherished sister of Sylvia (Christopher). Visitation will be Tuesday August 30th, from 2-9pm at The Allen Park Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes. A celebration of life will be held that night at 7pm.

August 24, 2016

Callihan, Vera J. Age 99. Entered Heaven's Glory on August 24, 2016 of Riverview and formerly of Melvindale. Beloved wife of the late Glenn H. Loving mom of Harold (Clare), David (Donna) and Joyce (Les) Syring. Dearest grandma of Kathy Gimson, Denise Callihan, Scott Callihan, Erin (Jimmy) Johnson, Kimberly (Bill) DeMonde, Jennifer (Steve) Osterhout, Les, Jr. (Laura) Syring, Rebecca...

August 24, 2016

Carr, Joan G., age 80 formally of Taylor, passed away August 24th, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Loving mother to Richard(Mila), Jeannice, Laurie(Jerry), Theresa(Darryl), Ruth Anne(Andy), and John(Nicky). Caring grandmother to 16 grandchildren, and great grandmother to 18 great grandchildren. Cherished sister of Caroline Thomas, Ernest Gravlin, the late Calvin Gravlin, and the late Paul Gravlin. Visitation...

August 23, 2016

Martha A. Harris—February 18, 1957 – August 23, 2016. Martha was a sassy woman, with an infectious laugh and a love for chocolate, comfy slippers, and four-legged friends. And she was one hell of a warrior. She battled Multiple Sclerosis for over 30 years and made the decision to survive using grace, humor and courage. Martha married her first...

August 23, 2016

Endres, E. Irma. Age 93. Went home to be with her Lord on August 23, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Arthur. Loving mom of Arthur C. (Susan), Shirley Doty and Dolores (Dennis) Gekiere. Dearest grandmother of Michelle (Greg), Rob (Lindsay), Stephanie (Tony), Melissa (Steve), Steve (Dena), Doug and Lindsay (Scott). Sweet great grandmother of Emily, Madison, Matthew, Jacob,...

August 23, 2016

Cesari, August "Gus", age 97, August 23, 2016 of Grosse Ile, Michigan. Beloved husband of the late Ethlyn for 50 years. He is survived by his siblings Daniel (Helen) Cesari and Helen Adeline; many nieces and nephews; his best friend Amy (her son, Donovan) Yesnach.

August 22, 2016

Born in Monroe, Chance was the son of Lonnie Furrow and Judith Prajzner. A graduate of Dundee High School, he had worked as a Meat Cutter at one time. Chance also worked as a Police Officer in Elmore, Ohio, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, but his greatest joy in life was spending time with his son. Chance leaves to...

August 21, 2016

Dempsey, Rose Anna. Age 67. August 21, 2016 of Brownstown. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth. Cherished mother of Georgiana. Proud grandma of Vincenzo. Dearest sister of Everett, Cecil and Susan. Also survived by her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 2 brother's Jr and Tommy. Visitation Thursday 5 – 8 pm at The Trenton Chapel...

August 21, 2016

O'Keefe, Sally, age 71 of Southgate, passed away August 21st, 2016. She was cherished by numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews. She was a member and dedicated volunteer at St. Pius Catholic Church, and was a Trenton High School graduate, class of 1962. Visitation will be Monday, from 12-9pm, with a rosary at 7pm, at The Allen Park Chapel...

August 18, 2016

Mary Louise was born on September 18, 1946 in Wyandotte, MI and died on August 18, 2016 at her home in Pinckney, MI at the age of 69; she was raised in Dearborn. Beloved mom of Robin Taylor, Wendy (Kent) Lawrence, Richard (Terri) Ruddell, IV and Sandy (Jeff) Musial. Proud grandma of Tyler Poore, Cameron and Jeremy Taylor, Elizabeth...

August 17, 2016

Born in Maybee, Carl was the son of Anton and Margaret (Franzen) Werstein. He married the love of his life, Nancy Quermbach, on April 19, 1952. Sadly she preceded him in death February 2, 2009. A lifelong farmer, Carl also worked as a Machine Operator with Ford Motor Company for 29 ½ years, retiring in 1986. Carl was a...

August 15, 2016

Rosalie H. Sayen, age 95 of Taylor, passed away August 15, 2016. Loving wife of James. Dear mother of Debra (William) Merte, Maria Sayen, and James J. (Teresa). Proud grandmother of James Michael (Rachael) and Joseph (Judith). Visitation Thursday 3-8pm, Prayer Service 7pm, at the Allen Park Chapel- Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. The family will...

August 14, 2016

Csotty, Joseph R., age 70, August 14, 2016 of Rockwood, Michigan. Beloved husband of Michele. Loving father of Michael (Lisa), Christopher (Terra), Karen (Carey) Tulik and Beth (Eric) DeVall. Also survived by 10 grandchildren; his brother Stephen (Lorie) Csotty; his sister-in-law Noreen Csotty; his brother-in-law Dave Kallay. Preceded in death by his brother Robert; his sister Kathleen Kallay; his...

August 13, 2016

Darcy, Thomas G., age 81, August 13, 2016, of Taylor, Michigan. Beloved husband of Doris. Loving father of Michael (Margo), Coleen (Michael) Bender, Timothy, Kathleen (David) Paulus and Nancy (Steve) Plohg. Also survived by his grandchildren Kathleen, Shannon, Kelly, Megan, Erin, Molly, Darcy, Kelsey, Brian, Lindsey and Chelsea; his sister Mary McCormick and his brother-in-law Robert (the late Eileen)...

August 12, 2016

Born in Lorain, Ohio, Verneal was the daughter of Ralph and Esther (Campbell) Beal. She married the love of her life, John Carr, on November 23, 1948. Sadly he preceded her in death May 13, 2003. A dedicated homemaker, Verneal also had worked various positions throughout her life, including Glazier Gifts in Orlando, Florida for some 15 years, retiring...

August 12, 2016

Born in Monroe, Jesse was the son of James and Ruthie (Littleton) Lathan. A 1987 graduate of Monroe High School, he worked as a laborer at various factories. He was a member of the Spiritual Israel Church Monroe Mission where he served as a Deacon and Sunday School Superintendent. Jesse leaves to cherish his memory, Lorette, his wife of...

August 12, 2016

Turner, Andy. Age 59, of Wyandotte. August 12, 2016. Loving brother of Dr. Jim (Connie) Turner and Susan (Phil) Halt. Dearest uncle of Jennifer, Christy, Todd, JT, Chrissy, Cathy, Tim, Elizabeth, Jared, Kyle, Tyler and Katie. Great uncle of Kennedy, Delaney, Greysan, Carter, Ava, Emmy, BW, Turner, Cordell, McKenzie, Layke and Liam. Step father of Raymond and Ryan. Preceded...

August 12, 2016

August 12, 2016

Mihm, Thomas J., age 86, August 12, 2016 of Southgate, Michigan. Beloved husband of Irene. Loving father of Janet (John) Humble, Thomas (Rosanne), Matthew, Joseph (Laura) and Gerald (Claudette). Also survived by his grandchildren Robert, Yvonne, David, Daniel, Helen, Tina, Annie, Phillip, Russell, Kyle, Alec, Nicole, Patrick, Dyanne and Steven; his great grandchildren Joey, Matthew and Kinsley. Mr. Mihm...