OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
Dale J. Bosetti
January 24, 2025
Dale J. Bosetti, age 76, passed away surrounded by his family on January 24, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife, Kimberly and children Alyson (Jeff) Wrase, Samantha (Caleb) Ashley, and Matthew (Devany) Bosetti. He was the cherished “Papa” of Peyton, Emma, Quinn, Reese, and Dean.
Dale is preceded in death by his parents...
Walter T. Zombeck
January 22, 2025
Walter T. Zombeck, 98, born in Windber, PA to Jacob and Nellie Zombeck, both immigrants from Poland, lived there with many beloved brothers and sisters. He loved baseball, and played left field. He joined the Navy when he turned 18 to serve in WWII, and was trained as a gunner in the Navy Armed Guard, serving until 1946. He...
Dillon Thomas Shaw
January 22, 2025
SHAW, Dillon T.
Age 33, of Wyandotte, passed away on January 22, 2025.
Beloved son of Thomas Shaw and Amy Lesner. Cherished brother of Meghan (Uribi Beaumont) Shaw, Claire Gomez, Brad Gomez, and Reyna Gomez. Devoted cat dad to his fur companions, Gus and Wally. Treasured grandson of Joan Lesner and Nancy Souke....
Robert Handyside
January 22, 2025
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Robert Handyside was born on February 23, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on January 22, 2025 at the age of 90; he was of Brownstown Twp. Beloved husband of the late Mary (McElroy) Handyside. Loving dad of Robert (Lisa) Handyside. Proud grandfather of Madison,...
Freda "Freddie" Boger
January 21, 2025
Freda "Freddie" Boger, age 80 of Trenton, MI passed away January 21, 2025 surrounded by family. Loving mom of Susanne (Lynn) Bell and Stacy (Jeff) Robillard. Proud grandma of Samantha Murphy, Joseph Robillard and Christopher Robillard. Beloved sister of Elizabeth (JR) McDonald, Raymond (Donna) Miller and Robert Rowe. Freddie is preceded in death by her son Stephen Malinczak Jr.,...
Shirley Swisher
January 21, 2025
Shirley Swisher, age 93, passed away peacefully on January 21st, 2025.
Shirley was born May 2nd, 1931 to the late John and Luella Litten. Loving wife of the late Cyril Swisher. Dear mother of Deborah Schumacher, Randall Petros, and the late Richard Petros. Proud grandmother of David (Lyndsay) Petros, Bobbie (Billy) Burek, Rachel Travis, Cori...
Lisa Marie Rausch
January 20, 2025
Lisa Marie Rausch of Allen Park, Michigan passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025 at the age of 53. Beloved daughter of Adam F. Rausch and Dolores Rausch. Cherished sister of Adam (Laura) Rausch, Kenneth (John Elia) Rausch, and Stephanie (Kimberly Werman) Rausch. Dearest aunt of Ayla, Amelie, and Marisa. Lifelong best friend of Mistie (Ben) Lohrengel. Dear friend...
Mary Elizabeth Fountain
January 19, 2025
Born December 7, 1939 in Monroe, Mary was the daughter of Rowland and Augusta (Lehman) Berry. A graduate of Monroe High School, she married the love of her life, Earl Roudolph Fountain, August 27, 1960. Sadly he preceded her in death January 28, 2014. A dedicated homemaker, Mary had studied to be an X-Ray Technician. She was a faithful...
Roger "Roy" Kormos
January 19, 2025
Roger “Roy” Kormos, of Alger, raised in Rockwood, passed away January 19, 2025. Beloved husband of Sandy Kormos. Loving dad of Sherry (Dave) Viaene, Sue (Tim) Viaene, and Laura (Chris) Roman. Proud grandpa of Matthew Viaene, Miranda Viaene, Taran Viaene, Zachary Viaene, Shane Viaene, Kaitlyn Viaene, Abigail (Gerth) Willighagen, Erica Roman, and Anthony Roman. He is survived by many...
Lavonne Grace Oakley
January 19, 2025
LaVonne Grace Oakley (Truxall) Belleville, MI, the matriarch of the Oakley family passed away peacefully on Jan 19, 2025, she was 88.
Lavonne was an avid swimmer and an excellent seamstress. She was well known for making excellent wedding dresses from scratch often working tirelessly to get last minute requests finished. LaVonne had unwavering faith...
Jean Peterman
January 18, 2025
Jean Ann Peterman
November 30, 1946 to January 18, 2025
Jean Ann Peterman (Leatherman) was born on November 30, 1946 to Elvera (Benedetto) and Earl Leatherman. She is preceded in death by her brother, Steven Leatherman and her sister, Maryanne Stayonovich (Leatherman). Jean is survived by her daughters, Dawn...
Russell D. Schneider
January 17, 2025
Russell D. Schneider of Trenton, Michigan passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025 at the age of 75. Beloved son of the late Herbert and Elizabeth Schneider. Loving brother of Dale (Cheryl) Schneider. Caring uncle of Lauren (Omar) Diaz and Kyle Schneider. Dear great-uncle of Konnor Diaz and Christian Schneider. Russell will be deeply missed by his family and...
Jacquelyn "Jackie" Abraham
January 17, 2025
Jacquelyn “Jackie” Abraham, born October 28, 1941, passed away peacefully
on January 17, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of joy, love, and unforgettable
memories. She was 83 at the time of her passing.
Jackie was raised in Ecorse Michigan by her loving parents Joseph Horgas,
Elaine LeBlanc and her...
Ronald John Karchefski
January 17, 2025
Ronald John Karchefski, Sr. was born March 29, 1933 in Detroit and passed away January 17, 2025. Ron is survived by his wife of 68 years, Betty, son Ron Karchefski Jr. (Cheryl), daughter Suzi Nichols (Jim), daughter Joanie Kraemer (Mike), grandchildren Ryan, Lindsay, and Adam Nichols; Kelsey, Alex (Elizabeth), Madison, Will and Robbie Kraemer, great-grandchild Charlotte Kraemer, sister Delores...
Barbara Ann Bommarito
January 17, 2025
Barbara Ann Bommarito, age 92 of Trenton, passed away January 17, 2025.
Born August 10, 1932 in Detroit, Barbara was the daughter of David and Keitha “Irene” (Edmonds) Beaty. A graduate of Lincoln Park High School, she married the love of her life, Peter “Joe” Bommarito, on January 10, 1950. Sadly he preceded her in...
Tyler Wesley Koons
January 16, 2025
Tyler Wesley Koons, age 24 of Flat Rock, MI passed away January 16, 2025. Loving son of Travis (Rene) Koons and Michelle Koons. Beloved brother of Alyssa Koons and Brooklyn Koons. Loving grandson of Larry (Nora) Koons, Richard (Maryann) Ledbetter and great-grandson of Wesley (the late Beulah) Boyd. He also leaves behind many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, coaches, teammates,...
Dolores Nunez
January 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Dolores Nunez, a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, great grandmother, and dear friend. She passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Dolores was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tony Nunez, with whom she shared a lifetime of...
Thomas D. Morrison
January 14, 2025
Morrison, Thomas D. Jan 14, 2025, age 45, of Grosse Ile. Beloved son of Thomas G. and Donna. Dear brother of Holly (Shawn) McClain and Brian (Breanna). Dearest uncle of Cami, Kylie, Juliette and Jenavieve. Nephew of Wendy (Ray) Confer and Joann (George) Fulmer.
Roger D. Smith
January 13, 2025
Roger D Smith, age 82 of Grosse Ile, MI passed away January 13, 2025. Loving husband of Jan Smith and father of Dr. Beth Ann Smith and Jeffery Smith. Dearest brother of Gregory (Shelley) Smith and leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Donald L Smith and Dolly Ann Smith. Roger was...
James William Matthew
January 13, 2025
James William Matthew, age 79 of Trenton, passed away January 13, 2025.
Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia, James was the youngest child of Clyde and Laura (Maxson) Matthew. Clyde and Laura made their home in Huttonsville, WV where “Jim” spent most of his youth. A graduate of Tygarts Valley High School, he married his high school sweetheart,...