OBITUARIES

May 14, 2023

Socorro “Pita” Quintanilla (née Maldonado Olluela) passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, in Southgate, MI at the age of 96, on Sunday, May 14, 2023, Mother’s Day.

She was born on January 27th, 1927 in Nueva Rosita, Coahuila, Mexico to the late Hermenegilda Olluela and Estanislado Maldonado.

She...

May 13, 2023

Mary Theresa Salwoski, of Allen Park, passed away May 13, 2023. Mother of Al Kwilos, the late Joyce Esparza, Maryann Kwilos, Thomas Kwilos, and Debra Cooter. Grandmother to many. Sister of Joseph Cebulski. She is preceded in death by her parents, Valentine and Martha Cebulski and her husband Anthony Salowski.

Visitation will be held at...

May 13, 2023

Dwayne L. Thomas, of Gibraltar, passed away May 13, 2023. Beloved son of Vonda and the late David Thomas. Loving father of Rebecca (Justin) Howington, Trina (John) Collins, Shala Thomas, Brent Thomas and Maranda Thomas. Mother of his children, Shindle Thomas. Proud grandfather of Aubreana H., James H., John C., Mila C., Nico H., and Roman H. Dear brother...

May 12, 2023

Lowell L. Peacock, born April 15, 1926, in Napoleon Ohio

Predeceased by his parents, Florence (Sworden) Peacock and Thurman Stanley Peacock and his loving wife of 50 years Mary Louise (Cloutier) Peacock who passed away June 16, 2001, and his brother, Ronald Peacock.

He was a three-sport athlete throughout high school,...

May 9, 2023

Joan Griffin. Age 65 of Dearborn Heights. Passed away May 9, 2023. Beloved sister of Barbara Griffin. Loving cousin of Marie (Steve) Aloe, Anita (Mark) Parrish and Louise Aloe. Dearest second cousin of Christopher (Tamie) Parrish, the late Andrew Kohler, Ethan (Brie) Kohler and Jonathan Aloe. Preceded in death by parents Richard and Eleanor Griffin and extended family.

May 8, 2023

Kathy M. Johnson of Riverview, Michigan passed away in her home on Monday, May 8, 2023 at the age of 63. Beloved mother of Jason Krug, Billy Johnson, Holly (Tim Hammar) Billups, Tiffany (David Rushing) Trammell, and Brandon Johnson. Cherished grandma/g-ma/gammy of Billy Jr., Kristifer, Bianca, Jayden, Jaxson, and Aurora. Dearest sister of Jim (Sue) Grigsby, Denise (Nino) Barone,...

May 7, 2023

Michael Stiles, 67, beloved husband and father, passed away at home and surrounded by his loved ones, early morning, May 7th. He was born January 9th 1956 in Detroit Michigan, to Lenora and Walter Stiles, and the middle of their six children: Terry, David, Steve, Michael, Peggy, and Chris. After graduating from Carlson High School, he worked with his...

May 7, 2023

LuAnn Guthrie of Allen Park, Michigan passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at the age of 63 while surrounded by her adoring family. Beloved wife of 44 years to Thomas Guthrie. Cherished mother of Nicole (Richard) Neer, Thomas (Diane) Guthrie, and Janelle (Daniel) Guthrie-Farkas. Dear sister of Karen (Pat) Shea, Donna (the late Leo) Mysiewicz, and Jacqueline Murawski....

May 7, 2023

Wanda J. Woolcott of Trenton, Michigan passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at the age of 94. Beloved mother of Carol (Gary) Slade, William (the late Cyndi) Sweany, Greg (Pam) Woolcott, Doug (Christine) Woolcott, and Kimberly (the late Tom) Chesney. Cherished grandma of 18 and great-grandma of many. Wanda was preceded in death by her first husband Charles...

May 6, 2023

Eugene (Gene) Morelli (October 7, 1941-May 6, 2023) “Don’t weep for me, I’m

playing 18 holes with the most phenomenal players and always hitting under my

age.” I enjoyed a fulfilling career as a secondary math teacher and elementary

school principal, giving me life long friends. Spent many years, cooking up a chili...

May 6, 2023

Mary J. Worrell-Mitoraj of Trenton, Michigan passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at the age of 91. Beloved mother of Lynne (Jerry) Parr, Denise (Gene) Stephens, Diana (Tony) Manick, and Maria Hutchison (Jerry Zyjewski) and late Bill Hutchison. Step mother to Debra (Bill) Powell, Michael Mitoraj, Patrick (Deborah) Mitoraj, Paul (Nancy) Mitoraj, and Walter (Diane) MItoraj and their...

May 6, 2023

Salvador "Bruno" Rivas, Jr. of Detroit passed away May 6, 2023. Proud father of Zackary and Dylan. Beloved son of Lynn Rivas (Martin Hernandez). Loving brother of Ruben Rivas, Javier (Sonya) Rivas, Victor Hernandez and Carolyn (Ryan) Taylor. Cherished uncle of Alexa Rivas, Solrisa Rivas, Sorella Rivas, and Serafina Rivas. Brother in law of Carina Plascencia. Dear nephew of...

May 5, 2023

Patricia Czaikowski, of Monroe, Michigan passed away May 5, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Robert Czaikowski. Loving mom of Ken Czaikowski and Keri (Tony) Bailo. Proud grandma of Veronica (Austin), Anthony, Harrison, and Gwendolyn. Dear sister of Raymond, Florence, Edward, and Thomas (Pat). She is survived by many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her...

May 5, 2023

Norma C. Diegel, age 96 of Trenton, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away peacefully May 5th, 2023.

Norma was born July 16th, 1926 to the late William and Nancy Witt. Loving wife of the late Roy O. Diegel. Dear mother of James W. (Beverly), Larry R. (Cheryl), Dianne L. (Paul) Dietz, Richard V. (Cindy), Deborah...

May 4, 2023

John “Jack” Herbert Ford, age 88 of Allen Park, MI, passed away peacefully May 4th, 2023.

Loving husband of Jo Ann for 69 years. Dear father of Terri (Bill) Gazsi, John (Kelly), Thomas (Sharon), and the late Michael. Proud grandfather of 6 and great grandfather of 15. Jack also leaves behind to cherish his memory...

May 4, 2023

Kurt Steven Strauss, 57, of Reading, Michigan, formerly of Trenton, Michigan, died unexpectedly on Thursday, May 4th while in the hospital.

Kurt was born as the second of three children on July 25, 1965 in Trenton to Donna J Strauss (Ennis) and William G Strauss.

As a child, he grew up in Rockwood...

May 4, 2023

David Lee Whittenburg, Sr. of Trenton, Michigan passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at the age of 60. Beloved husband of 32 years to Patricia Payment. Loving father of Jessica Whittenburg, David Whittenburg, Jr. (Briel Harper), Patrick Whittenburg, Kyle Whittenburg, and James Whittenburg. Cherished papa of Paris, Madelyn, and Isaac. Dear brother of Jim Whittenburg and Dan Whittenburg....

May 3, 2023

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Salvador Joseph Bisesi was born on June 17, 1953 in Detroit, Michigan and died on May 3, 2023 at Beaumont Hospital Dearborn at the age of 69. Cherished husband of 45 years to Kathleen (Albani). Loving father of Donald (Stefanie) Bisesi, Angela (Kevin) Freeman...

May 3, 2023

Jack was born on April 21, 1955 and died on May 3, 2023 at the age of 68. He is survived by his family and many friends. Jack enjoyed playing tennis and watching his grandchildren play sports. There will be no services at this time. Memorial contributions to honor Jack’s life may be made to the TEAD One Memorial...

May 2, 2023

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Lolly was born on November 5, 1973 in Garden City, Michigan and died on May 2, 2023 at the age of 49.  Dearest wife of Michael Lamb.  Loving mom of Sarah Butcher, Jessica Butcher, Gage Webb, Jayme Webb, Jeffrey Reynolds, Bailey Kennedy, Tanner Kennedy, Brianna Copley....