OBITUARIES

June 5, 2023

James David Hall was born on June 30, 1946 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on June 5, 2023 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Colleen. Loving dad of Michael (Wendy) Hall, the late Heather Hall, Scott (Karen) Hall, the late Amy Phillips and to her husband Steven Phillips and to Liza (Bradley Wynn). Also survived by...

June 4, 2023

Michelle Rose Hallmark, age 47 of Riverview, passed away June 4, 2023.

Born June 12, 1975 in Royal Oak, Michelle was the daughter of Dale and Denice (Brown) Thorsby. A graduate of Riverview High School, she earned her Bachelor of Business from Northwood University and her Nursing Degree from Henry Ford College. Michelle worked as a Registered...

June 3, 2023

Larry Barragan Barbosa, age 57 of Allen Park, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 3, 2023.

Loving father to Alexis Barbosa. Loving brother to late Luis Barragan Barbosa, late Kenneth Barragan Barbosa, and Laura (Charles) Barbosa-Irvin. Sadly, he was preceded in death by his parents, Louis A. Barbosa and Josephine Barragan. He...

June 3, 2023

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Berry, Kay “Kati” was born on February 4, 1937 and passed away on June 3,

2023 at the age of 86; she was of Taylor. Loving wife of the late Y.H. Berry, Sr.

Dearest mom of Young “Todd” (Patricia “Cookie”) Berry, Phae...

June 3, 2023

John Gary Lewis was 56 when his time with his loved ones was unexpectedly cut short on June 3, 2023. He lived in Southgate and was preceded in death by his parents, James Gary Lewis and Margaret “Peggy” (Stahl) Lewis. John’s greatest joy, his children, survive him: Ellen Lewis (James Gardner), Benny Lewis (Maia), James Lewis, and Sammy Lewis....

June 3, 2023

Raymond Barden was born on November 11, 1965, to Shirley Deno and Allen Stuck. He was later adopted by his grandparents, Alberta and Marlin Barden. Ray passed away on June 3, 2023. He was born in Trenton, raised in Trenton, lived in Trenton, and even passed away in Trenton. His whole life was in Trenton. Ray had recently retired...

June 3, 2023

Catherine Jean Randall, of Wyandotte, passed away June 3, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth William Randall Sr. Loving mother of Chris (Ally) Loniecki, Kenneth Randall Jr. (Amber Sangret), and Jessica Randall (Ricardo Lara). Proud grandmother of Christopher Thomas Loniecki, Domonic James Loniecki, Mercedes Lynn Randall, Sienna Rosemarie Randall and Kenneth William Randall III. Dear sister of Theodore...

June 2, 2023

Joan Marie (Phee) Linenfelser, age 86, of Trenton, passed away on June 2, 2023. She was born in Wyandotte on June 18, 1936 to the late Carl and Eileen Phee. Joan is survived by her children, Norbert (Toni) Linenfelser II, Susan (Thomas) Nonnenmacher, Denise (David) Hakanson, Roger (Barbara) Linenfelser, Sally (Dan Hyman) Seymour, Paul Linenfelser and daughter-in-law Janene Linenfelser....

June 1, 2023

Joan Bettinger, age 83 of Rockwood, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023.

Born January 18, 1940 in Rockwood, Joan was the daughter of Nelson and Mabel (Shanaver) Gomoll. She married James Brown on June 18, 1960. Joan then married Jimmy Bettinger August 15, 1986. Sadly, he preceded her in death May 13, 2012. A dedicated homemaker, Joan...

May 30, 2023

Pierre “Petey” Compeau of Brownstown Twp., Michigan passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at the age of 40. Beloved son of the late Pierre and Nancy Compeau. Cherished brother of the late Annette Ridenour. Petey is survived by his loving aunt Mary Louise (Lloyd) Hartrick and his aunt Nancy Hall, his nephew Josh (Selina) Ridenour, his great-nephew Jaxon...

May 30, 2023

Daniel Joseph Smith was born on August 23, 1976 and died at his home in Taylor, Michigan on May 30, 2023; he was 46 years old. Beloved father of Olivia Smith. Dearest son of the late Philip and Katherine Smith. Also survived by his niece, three nephews, other loving family and friends. He will be missed by his dog,...

May 30, 2023

Steven Lee Blackwell, age 36 of Allen Park, passed away on May 30, 2023. He was the beloved partner to Kelly Schomberger of 15 years.

Loving father to Kaylee Jade Blackwell. Loving son to Roy and Christine Blackwell. Loving brother to Brandon Blackwell, Amy Hastie, late Jennifer Lepard, and late Jon Story II. Loving grandchild...

May 29, 2023

On Monday, May 29th 2023, Milton Stewart Moore Jr. - a wonderful husband, brother, father,

grandfather and great grandfather passed away.

Born in Wyandotte MI on July 25th, 1934 to parents Milton and Ester Moore.

Milton Attended Purdue university, and met Roselynn James at age 18 - while she...

May 29, 2023

John Frank Astorino, age 91 of Allen Park, passed away peacefully May 29th, 2023.

John was born February 16th, 1932 in Detroit, MI to the late Vincent and Rose Astorino. Loving husband of the late Bernadette. Dear father of John (Suzanne), Gina, Dan (Lisa), and the late Vince. He was the proud grandfather of Andrew...

May 29, 2023

Ralph Lee Barton was born on October 27, 1947, in Wyandotte, MI, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on May 29, 2023. He had a passion for sports – especially golf, baseball/softball, bowling, and pool. Some would even say he was a “pool table hustler”, very rarely losing a game. Ralph always said he was number 1....

May 27, 2023

Nancy L. Worlen was born on March 23, 1947, in Trenton and peacefully passed away at home on May 27, 2023 after a brief illness. She initially worked as a school bus driver for disabled children. Nancy retired from the News Herald where she was an Ad Builder. After her retirement she enjoyed travelling the United States in her...

May 25, 2023

Raymond Andrew Sultana, age 66 of Flat Rock, passed away on May 25, 2023. He was the beloved husband to his late wife, Ann Marie Sultana "Wallace" of 12 years. He was also the beloved husband to his wife, Robin Sultana since April 12, 2004.

Devoted and hard-working father to Lauren Sultana, Lindsay (Robbi Rummell,...

May 25, 2023

The family and friends of Laurie Mae Miles of Grosse Ile, Michigan are so sad to announce her passing. Laurie died at the age of 63 on May 25, 2023 at home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Laurie was born on November 28, 1959 at Delray Hospital in Detroit, Michigan and...

May 25, 2023

Jim Crock was born on June 9, 1951 in Wyandotte, MI, and unexpectedly passed away at his home in Trenton, MI, on May 25, 2023.

He was a resident of Trenton until he moved to Southern Florida. He lived in Southern Florida for about 20 years before moving back to Trenton. Jim was considered to...

May 25, 2023

Beverly Marie Rose was born on April 11, 1943, and passed away on May 25, 2023, at the age of 80. She grew up on Green Street in Southwest Detroit before moving to Southgate, where she resided for over 50 years. Beverly attended Cass Tech High School, graduating with outstanding grades in 1961. After receiving her high school diploma,...