OBITUARIES

Sonta Lucia Williams

October 30, 2023

Sonta Lucia Williams, age 69 of Monroe passed away peacefully on October 30, 2023, surrounded by her family. Sonta was a loving mother of Mary (Richard) Falkenburg and Joel Williams Jr. Survived by her sisters Carolyn Pocs, Patrica (Robert) Pocs, Dorothy (Michael) Braden, Mary Maniaci, Marie (Joe) Reinhart, and brother Peter (Carolyn) Patterfritz; Grandchildren Aaron Wright, Scott Wright, Kaylee...

Timothy V. Miller, Jr.

October 29, 2023

Timothy V. Miller, Jr., of Detroit passed away October 29, 2023. Beloved husband of Carol Miller. Loving father of Toni Marie, the late William, Michael (Kate), and the late Contessa. Proud grandfather of Addison, Alaina, Jordan, and Emma. Dear brother of Charles, Tonya (Marcus), Charles Elmer II (Maggie), Clarease (Jason), Cathandra, and April. He is survived by many nieces,...

Cathy Ann Mahoney

October 29, 2023

Cathy Ann Mahoney of Brownstown Twp., Michigan passed away in the early hours of Sunday, October 29, 2023 at the age of 71. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Mahoney. Dearest stepmom of John (Tricia) Mahoney and Erin (Rob) Knox. Loving grandma of Meghan (Josh Sauve), McKenna, J.T. and Jayden. Dear sister of Jim (Diane) Carmody, Pat (the...

Elizabeth Thorsen

October 27, 2023

Elizabeth was born on September 22, 1947 in Detroit, MI and died on October 27, 2023 at Henry Ford Hospital in Wyandotte, MI at the age of 76. She was a long-time resident of Brownstown Township. Beloved wife of 51 ½ years to the late Timothy. Loving mother of Troy and Jason. Proud grandma of Carter and Brody. Dearest...

Keith M. Chinavare

October 25, 2023

Keith M. Chinavare met his Lord and Savior at 10:25 am on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. His loving mom was close by when Keith passed at his residence in Riverview, Michigan.

Keith lived at home with his mom until his mid-twenties. He moved to his own apartment, with a full-time caregiver, where he learned to...

Mark Steven Couch

October 24, 2023

Mark Steven Couch of Rockwood passed away on October 24, 2023, at age 67.

Born in Detroit on March 30, 1956, Mark was the son of Harold and Elizabeth (Toor) Couch. He was a 1974 graduate of Carlson High School. Mark married the love of his life, Shirley Brannon, in 1978. A life-long entrepreneur, Mark...

Gerald "Jerry" Partlow

October 23, 2023

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Jerry was born on February 18, 1935 and on October 23,

2023 he went home to be with the Lord and the loved

ones that went before him. Preceded in death by

Deloris and Thelma. Loving dad of Mary (Tim) Henley,

...

Anna Evola

October 22, 2023

Anna Evola, age 86 of Riverview, MI, passed away on October 22, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Loving sister to Giuseppe (Providence) Evola, Phyllis (Philip) Salamone, late Salvatore (Pietra) Evola and late Benedetta (Joe) Iacopelli.

She was also well loved by many of her nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews.

...

Elaine Clara Cowper

October 22, 2023

Elaine Clara Cowper (Colver), age 89 of Trenton, passed away on October 22, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife to her husband, David, of 71 years.

Loving mother to Roxanne (Tom), David (Denise), and Lenise (Rodney). Loving grandmother to Jason (Michelle), Philip, Marisa, Tori, Steve, Chris, Angelica, Emily, late Zachery, Brooke,...

Yvonne Elaine Florian

October 21, 2023

Born in Monroe, Yvonne was the daughter of George and Eva (Cousino) Zinner. A graduate of Monroe High School, she married the love of her life, Carl Florian on August 20, 1966. A dedicated homemaker, Yvonne also worked at Hoover NSK for over 32 years, retiring in 2002, where she also was the Union Rep for the UAW Local...

Geraldine M Stempien

October 20, 2023

Geraldine M. Stempien, age 98 of Grosse Ile, passed away peacefully on October 20th, 2023.

Born July 16th, 1925 in Bad Axe, MI to the late George and Marguerte Kosal. She was the loving wife of the late Ronald R. Stempien, sharing 60 years together. Geri is survived by her 6 children, Karen Van Atta,...

Ruth Mary Drexler

October 19, 2023

Ruth Mary Drexler, age 56 of Monroe, passed away October 19, 2023 in her home.

Born December 21, 1966 in Monroe Ruth was the daughter of Carl and Virginia (Van Wassehnova) Drexler. A graduate of the Monroe County Intermediate School District, she had worked at the Monroe Evening News, and most recently at Kroger. Ruth was a...

Thomas Alan Vargo

October 19, 2023

Thomas Alan Vargo of Southgate, Michigan passed away in the early hours of Thursday, October 19, 2023 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of 55 years to Linda Vargo. Loving dad of Thomas Vargo, Brian (Sunaina) Vargo, and Christopher (Katie) Vargo. Cherished grandpa of Xavier, Sai, and Roma. Dear dog-dad of Nina and dog-grandpa to Eevee and Rammy....

Adrienne Egan

October 17, 2023

Adrienne Egan. Age 70 of Belleville, Michigan. Passed away October 17, 2023. Beloved wife of Chris Egan for over 30 years. Loving mother of the late Stephan Kosmyna and Jeffrey Kosmyna. Dearest step-mother of Michele Egan, Jerry Egan and Chris S. Egan. Proud grandma of Ethan. Survived also by many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents Rodney...

Robert Wolff

October 17, 2023

Robert Wolff, age 58 of Woodhaven, MI passed away October 17, 2023 peacefully at home. Loving husband to Laurie Wolff for 31 wonderful years. Beloved dad of Marissa Wolff and Jessica Wolff. Loving brother of Monique Wolff. Proud dog dad of Harley. Beloved son of Bob and Lore Wolff. Robert was an avid hunter and sports fan. He proudly...

Teresa Elizabeth Sullivan

October 17, 2023

Teresa Elizabeth Sullivan, age 62 of the Downriver area, passed away peacefully on October 17th, 2023.

Born June 19th, 1961 to the late Ellis and Audrey Cowles. Teresa leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving children Misty (Billy) Fetty, Brad (Amber) Sullivan, and Brianna (Jason) Jankowski, her lifetime soulmate and best friend Thomas Sullivan,...

Jeffery King

October 17, 2023

Jeffery King, age 62 of Flat Rock, passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 17th, 2023.

Born January 28th, 1961 in Detroit to the late Malcolm “Rex” and Billie Sue King. Loving husband of Tracey (Feeback) King. Dear father of Bradley King and fur-daddy of Rex and Senna. Also survived by his siblings Vickie Brown, Ricky...

Charles F. Edge, Jr.

October 16, 2023

Charles F. Edge, Jr. was born on December 7, 1946 in Wheeling, West Virginia and went to be with the Lord on October 16, 2023 at the age of 76; he was of Brownstown Twp. Beloved husband of Carol for 49 years. Loving dad of Gretchen (Chris) Hudson, Darren Edge

and Denise (Justin)...

Sharon Marie "Gale" Oberly

October 16, 2023

Sharon Marie “Gale” Oberly, age 68 of Monroe, passed away October 16, 2023 in the comfort of her home.

Born October 10, 1955 in Monroe, Sharon was the daughter of Richard and Jacqueline (Richards) Gale. A 1973 graduate of Jefferson High School, she worked at K-Mart for over 30 years. Sharon also worked for Food Town, Magnum-Activities...

Melissa Ann Sexton

October 15, 2023

Melissa Ann Sexton of Detroit, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at the age of 31. Cherished daughter of Frank and Ginger Sexton. Loving sister of Trisha May, Dorothy Pelvas, and Miranda (Joe) Rhodes. Dear aunt of Hailey (Chase) Baxter, Leah Eby-May, Felicity Roman Pelvas, Alex Roman, Kiya May, Peyton May and Remi Rhodes. Caring cousin...