OBITUARIES

March 27, 2024

Peter Perry Sparkes died on March 27, 2024. Pete was born September 18, 1963 to Roy and Badilia Sparkes in Dearborn, Michigan. He is survived by his loving siblings: Joseph (Berhan), Mary Merriman (Bob), his nephew, Mikael, and many adoring cousins and friends. Pete had an abundance of unconditional love for his family and friends, and a never-ending capacity...

March 26, 2024

Obituary of Dwight Wendell Crupper

Born: November 18,1928 Nowata County, Oklahoma

Died March 26, 2024

Dwight is survived by his wife of 73 years Deloris Crupper (nee Maddux)

His three children:

Dennis Ray Crupper/Vickie

Michael Duane Crupper

Debra Ann Blanton/Robert

His...

March 26, 2024

Born in Detroit, Joan was the daughter of Wadsworth and Victoria (Brunkowski) Krainik. She married Albert Guido Tremonti on April 15, 1950. Sadly he preceded her in death. A dedicated homemaker, Joan was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Maybee. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting and playing cards and bingo, but her most treasured times were those spent...

March 24, 2024

Born in Monroe, Shirley was the daughter of Edward and Mamie (Carroll) Owens. A 1969 graduate of Dundee High School, she married the love of her life, Donald Bitz, July 26, 1969. Sadly he preceded her in death December 31, 2019. Shirley worked at MediLodge of Monroe for over 40 years, retiring in 2008. She was a member of...

March 23, 2024

Sandy Weaber. Age 77 of Detroit, Michigan. Passed away March 23, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Weaber. Loving mother of Ed (Paula) Kish. Proud grandma of Eddie (Ashley) Kish and Dan (Nicole) Kish. Great Gigi of Judah Kish, Ezra Kish, Silas Kish and Rowen Kish. Dear sister of Kenny (Theresa) Beard and George (Charlene) Beard. Survived also...

March 22, 2024

Born in Trenton, Gene was the son of Charles and Mary (Day) Miller. He faithfully served our country in the United States Army overseas in Vietnam. Gene married the love of his life, Joan Carter, October 15, 1966. He was an Owner/Operator Over the Road Truckdriver for B&W Interstate. He was a Life Member of the VFW Post 9363,...

March 22, 2024

Patricia was the daughter of parents; Ross and Rose (Chado) Miller of Taylor, Mi. She was a 1966 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School. Patricia moved to Brownstown with her daughter & son-in-law in 2012. For many years Patricia worked as a secretary for Marks & Goergens grocery brokerage. She was also a member of St.Mary Our Lady...

March 21, 2024

John J. Toczky, age 83, passed away peacefully on March 21st, 2024.

John was born December 9th, 1940 in Windber, PA, to the late John and Ann Toczky. Loving husband of Betty. Dear father of James L. (Holly) Hunter. Proud grandfather of James Swain and Kerry Brauner. In addition to his parents, John was preceded...

March 21, 2024

Frank Timothy Marek, 92, born Easter Sunday April 5, 1931, was taken to Heaven in God's loving arms on March 21, 2024 surrounded by his cherished family. The son of Frank and Bernice Maciejewski and Francis Hill, Frank graduated from Tech High School and St. Cloud State College in St. Cloud, MN and Wayne State University in Detroit, MI....

March 21, 2024

Born in Detroit, Rojelio was the son of Heladio and Apolinar (Cruz) Rodriguez. He faithfully served our country in the United States Navy.  Rojelio worked for Ford Motor Company for over 42 years, retiring in 2008.

Rojelio is survived by his children: Delia Rodriguez, Diana (Daniel) Campbell, Dora Rodriguez, Mercedes (Aaron) Stafford, and Palomino Rodriguez; 8 grandchildren...

March 21, 2024

Angie “Grangie” Yoemans, age 43 of Wyandotte, passed away March 21st, 2024.

Dear daughter of Gregory and Patricia Smolinski. Loving wife of James Yoemans. Dear mother Hailey and Lacey. Very proud grandmother of Jayce and Lukas. Angela also leaves behind to cherish her memory her brother Tony, niece Kady, nephews AJ and Jim, and many...

March 20, 2024

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Boelter, Nancy was born on February 15, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan and died on March 20, 2024 at the age of 70. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth. Loving mother of Nicholas (Autumn) and Nathan (Mandy). Proud grandmother of Savannah, Brody, Brennan, and Shaylee. Dearest...

March 20, 2024

James Richard Van Horn, age 49 of Allen Park, passed away on March 20, 2024. Beloved husband of Randi Jo Van Horn for 11 years. Loving father of Skyelar, Arieonna, Nathan, Jade, and the late Kyle. Proud Gramps of "Karson with a K", Ava, and Kennedy. Dearest son of James and the late Karen Anne Van Horn. Dear brother...

March 20, 2024

Jacqueline "Jackie" Eileen Pancoast (Pinnick), passed away on March 20, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife to her husband, Chuck, of 36 years.

Devoted mother to Elizabeth & step-mother to Rachael (Donald), Chaz, Jenny (Keith), and Brittany (Chad). Loving grandmother to Phoebe, Jaden, Tori, Lainie, late Tyler, Macie, Lila, Henry, and...

March 19, 2024

Born in Sicily, Maria was the daughter of Santo and Angela (Mazzola) Chrico. A graduate of Roosevelt High School, she married the love of her life, Vito Trupiano on November 24, 1956. Sadly he preceded her in death May 3, 2018. A member of St. Cyprians Catholic Church, she also was a member of the Santa Rosalia Club. Maria...

March 18, 2024

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Michael McClanahan was born on April 13, 1947 in Grosse Pointe Farms and passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024 at the age of 76; he was of Grosse Ile. Beloved husband of the late Janice. Loving father of Kimberly and Patrick (Janna). Proud grandfather...

March 18, 2024

Sebastian DeAngelis of Southgate, Michigan. Born in Pofi, Frosinone, Italy on January 20, 1935 and passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Betty DeAngelis. Cherished father of Esther (Jared) Fekete and Eugene (Wendy) DeAngelis. Loving grandfather of Ashley (Kyle) Johnson, Chelsea (Scott) DeAngelis, and Justin DeAngelis. Loving great-grandfather of...

March 16, 2024

Ruth Buckfelder Hurliman of Allen Park Passed away peacefully at the age of 93 with her family by her side. Born in Buffalo, New York September 6, 1930 to Laurence and Martha Buckfelder. The beloved wife of the late Louis Hurliman.

Loving mother of Louis Hurliman Jr. (Diane), Sue Francis ( Harold), Mark Hurliman (Cara),...

March 16, 2024

Joseph Bravo was born on July 29, 1949 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on March 16, 2024 at the age of 74; he was of Brownstown Twp., MI. Father of Lisa Loger and Mike (Marie) Bravo. Grandfather of six. Also survived by other family and friends. Visitation is on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 5:30 pm to 7...

March 16, 2024

Born in Detroit, Barbara was the daughter of Charles and Hazel (Brabenac) Baker. A high school graduate, she continued her education to earn her Associate Degree in Nursing. Barbara married the love of her life, James Marsh on September 6, 1968. She worked as a Registered Nurse for the Monroe County Health Department for over 20 years, retiring in...