OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Florence 'Flo' Lemay

Florence 'Flo' Lemay

November 21, 2015

Flo was born on January 16, 1938 in Tiffin, Ohio to John and Irene (nee: Frontz) Stover and died at the age of 77 on November 21, 2015 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. Beloved wife of 32 years to Bob. Loving mother of Tony Mis, Kenny Mis, Cheryl Hymer and Christine Davie. Proud grandma of Jessica, Jamie, Gerald, Tiffany,...

Mr. James O. Hoover

Mr. James O. Hoover

November 20, 2015

Hoover, James O., age 73 of Grosse Ile, passed away on November 20, 2015. Beloved husband of Mary Ann. Loving father of Kristi (Salvatore) Pascarella and step-father of Robert (Bessie) Newbery. Proud grandfather of Mia Cecilia Pascarella, Joey Newbery and Brandy Newbery. Dear friend of many, especially Larry "Mopar" Yuerhs and Sonny Gandee. He is also survived by his...

Douglas L. Yardley

Douglas L. Yardley

November 19, 2015

It has been said that a good teacher is like a candle-it consumes itself to light the way for others. Douglas Yardley was a bright light not only for his family but for all the students he helped guide throughout his years as an educator. Dedicated to a life of helping others reach their potential, his endless optimism and...

David W. Wright

David W. Wright

November 18, 2015

Wright, David W. Age 82 of Melvindale was born on July 19, 1933 in Isabel, South Dakota and died on November 18, 2015. Beloved husband of 58 years to Janet. Loving dad of Dawn (Greg) Ordus, Jeanne (Karl) Schieltz, Heidi (Steven) Brown, the late Pamela Wright, David (Michelle) and the late Matthew. Proud grandpa of Ryan, Katie Beth, Meghan,...

Elaine Ursula Zajac

Elaine Ursula Zajac

November 17, 2015

Loving sister of Ken (Linda), Walter (Linda), Tina, Jerry (Donna) and the late Carole. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends. There Will Be No Services: The Ridge Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes 2272 West Jefferson, Trenton, MI 48183

John R. Hocking

John R. Hocking

November 16, 2015

Hocking, John R. Age 91. November 16, 2015. Beloved husband of 68 years to the late Ruth. Loving father of John, Thomas (Patricia) and Marie Hocking. Proud grandfather of Elizabeth, the late David, Jared, Lesley and Elizabeth. Great grandfather of Kaiden. John was born and raised in the Detroit area and served with distinction at the age of 18...

Krissie Ann "Lulu" Shrum

Krissie Ann "Lulu" Shrum

November 16, 2015

Shrum, Krissie Ann "Lulu". Age 22. November 16, 2015. Beloved daughter of Adam and Christine Shrum. Beloved sister of Adam, Jr., Robert "Buddy" (Angela), Adam Nicholas "Baby Adam" and Heather Nicole "Sis" (Ricky). Proud aunt of Ashton, Jayden, Olivia and Noah. Loving granddaughter of Carolyn Miller and Marvin and Sally Shrum. Also survived by her fiancé Steven Badalamente as...

Frederick Kurtycz

Frederick Kurtycz

November 16, 2015

Born in Detroit, Frederick was the son of Thaddaeus and Katherine (Fic) Kurtycz. He graduated from Chadsey High School in Detroit. Frederick faithfully served his country with the United States Air Force. He married the love of his life, Patricia Massey,on March 5, 1966. Sadly she preceded him in death November 28, 2008. Frederick furthered his education, graduating with...

Sherry L. Mannausa

Sherry L. Mannausa

November 15, 2015

Mannausa, Sherry L. Age 80 of Brownstown was born on August 5, 1935 in Belfry, Kentucky and died at Oakwood Southshore Medical Center on November 15, 2015. Beloved wife of 61 years to Leonard who she married on October 9, 1954 at St. Sebastian Catholic Church in Dearborn. Cherished mom of Philip (Janice). Proud grandma of Philip Jr. (Angela)...

Michael Lee Pengelly

Michael Lee Pengelly

November 15, 2015

Pengelly, Michael Lee, age 68 of Trenton, Michigan, was born May 31, 1947, and died November 15, 2015. Beloved husband of Susan Kathleen Dowling Pengelly and loving father of Michael and Kristen Pengelly. Also survived by his brothers Dennis (Joyce) Pengelly and Patrick (Cheryl) Pengelly, in-laws Deanna (Vincent) DeMassa, beloved nieces and nephews, and many cherished friends. He was...

Mrs. Julia Lillian Tibbs

Mrs. Julia Lillian Tibbs

November 14, 2015

Julia Lillian Tibbs, age 84 of Grosse Ile, passed away peacefully November 14, 2015. Loving wife of Emery. Dear mother of the late Marc Farrand, Cheryl (Robert) Vance, Lisa Bennett, Cynthia (Daniel) Dusik, Monica (Randy) Summers, Edward, and Mitchum (Diane). Proud grandmother of 12 and great grandmother of 8. Julia is also survived by her sister Lottie Wydick and...

Mr. Reginald L. Burke

Mr. Reginald L. Burke

November 13, 2015

Burke, Reginald L., age 78 of Livonia, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away November 13, 2015. Loving husband of Mary Ann. Dear father of Daniel (Jennifer) and Christopher (Michele). Proud grandfather of Tyler, Brandon, Ashley, Cole, and Nicholas. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Russo family to help with their son Brandon's fight with...

Margaret Davidson

Margaret Davidson

November 13, 2015

Davidson, Margaret, age 89 of Allen Park, passed away November 13, 2015. Margaret was born on April 1, 1926 in Cheshire, England to her parents Thomas and Phylis Holland. She finished out high school there in England and met the love of her life, Aram, in 1945. Aram was serving our country during WWII and the couple met when...

Dorothy Lambart

Dorothy Lambart

November 11, 2015

Lambart, Dorothy Irene. Age 89, of Grosse Ile. November 11, 2015. Beloved wife of Walter for 72 years. Loving mother of Arthur (Sue) Lambart, Diane (Richard) Fleming and the late Rev. Eric (Judi) Lambart. Proud grandmother of Arthur II (Leah) Lambart, Kurt (Sherri) Lambart, Carole Rakow, Eric (Jilian) Rakow, Megan (Luke) Meier and Erica Lambart. Great grandmother of 10....

Charles W. Neihoff,  Jr.

Charles W. Neihoff, Jr.

November 11, 2015

Born in Detroit, Charles was the son of Charles and Mary (Brock) Neihoff. He married Kathy Maliszewski who sadly preceded him in death in 2010. Charles last worked for Mercy-Memorial Hospital as a Switchboard Operator. A veteran of the United States Air Force, he served with the Military Police. Charles volunteered for the Veteran's Administration. He was an avid...

Christopher Gaynier

Christopher Gaynier

November 10, 2015

Gaynier, Christopher; age 49 of Lincoln Park was born on January 8, 1966 in Trenton, Michigan to Milo and Rosemary (nee: Elliott) Gaynier and died on November 10, 2015 at his home. Best friend and father of Nikki Gaynier and the late Ryan Gaynier. Life-long friend and spouse to Robin Gaynier. Cherished son of Milo, Sr. and Rosemary. Loving...

Marjorie Bandla

Marjorie Bandla

November 10, 2015

Bandla, Marjorie, Age 94 of Brownstown. She was a long-time resident of Fredonia, NY before retiring to Lady Lake, FL. Marjorie was born on May 8, 1921 in Tuxedo, NY to Robert and Ellen (nee: Clifford) Bentley who preceded her in death. Beloved wife of the late William. Loving mother of William (Nancy) Bandla, Charles (Karen) Bandla and Susan...

Robert David Costa

Robert David Costa

November 10, 2015

Robert David Costa ;age 55, November 10, 2015 of Melvindale. He was laid to rest on May 18, 2016. Beloved son of Dorothy Painter and the late Stanley Costa. Dear brother of Bruce Costa. Robert was an All Star baseball player and MVP of the 1978 Melvindale Cardinals Championship Team. He first started playing baseball at Palmer Elementary School....

Marion J. Lawrence

Marion J. Lawrence

November 6, 2015

Lawrence, Marion age 85, November 6, 2015 of Trenton. Beloved wife of the late Ray. Loving mother of Gail Appleby, Ray (Marcia), Jay (Affy) and Debbie (Paul) Kin. Dearest grandmother of Chelsea, Holly, Kristy, Sarah, Jacob, Affy and Connor. Dear sister-in-law of Diane (Reg) Bartram and Kaye Lawrence. The word "Together" lasts beyond this life. There will be no...

Catherine I. Gough

Catherine I. Gough

November 6, 2015

Catherine I. Gough, age 90, November 6, 2015 of Brownstown Township. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of Thomas Beaudry, Christine (the late Raymond) Lepper, Rochelle (Chuck) Clear, the late Melford Beaudry and the late Dennis Beaudry. Dearest grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 16. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. The family suggests donations...