OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
Mary Forth
June 13, 2022
Mary Forth of Taylor, Michigan passed away peacefully on Monday, June 13, 2022 at the age of 97. Beloved mother of the late Rick Weclowski, Larry Weclowski, Randy (Vickie) Weclowski, and Debbie Wilkinson. Cherished nanny of Matthew (Jules) Lamarand, Kellie (Matt) Krawczak, Jake (Courtney) Krawczak, Taylor (Haley) Weclowski, Brandy (Zeke) Stormick, Tori (Carl) Price, Cody Cody (Chris) and Jacob...
Colleen Anne Stepp
June 13, 2022
Colleen Anne Stepp, age 65 of Dearborn Heights, Michigan passed away at her home on June 13, 2022. Beloved mother of Michael (Christie) Stepp. Cherished grandma of Jack Stepp and Mackayla Gibbs. Loving sister of Mary Nell Kelly. Colleen was preceded in death by her parents Michael and Patricia Kelly and her brother John Kelly. She will be deeply...
Eric John Uselton
June 12, 2022
Born in Wyandotte, Eric was the son of Doyle and Gloria (Sands) Uselton. He worked for Shaw Plumbing. Eric is survived by his children: John Bodart, Keirsten Kobb and Alyssa Uselton; his mother Gloria Uselton; a grandchild Noah Callahan; siblings: Neil (Nancy) Uselton, Ryan Uselton, Caroline (William Hemphill) Uselton and Rachel Uselton.
James A. Spears
June 12, 2022
James A. Spears, of Trenton for 55 years, originally from Justell, Kentucky, passed away June 12, 2022. Loving husband of Madlyn Newsome Spears. Beloved father of Jodi (Thom) Williams, Todd, and the late Jeffrey Spears. Proud grandfather of Jake Thomas and Nicholas James. Cherished brother- in- law of Anthony Newsome Jr and Doris Newsom. He is survived by many...
Linda Marie Odette
June 11, 2022
Click on the tribute wall above to view Linda’s video tribute. Linda Marie Odette, age 66 of Flat Rock, passed away Saturday, June 11, 2022 in her home. Born February 28, 1956 in Detroit, Linda was the daughter of Merrill and Helen (Hawkins) Peterson. After graduating high school, she earned her degree in nursing from Henry Ford Community College....
Donald E. Girard
June 11, 2022
In Don's words 'I'm just resting my eyelids' (and he did that a lot!).... he had a great life and his heart was so full that he required open heart bypass surgery. Although he went through a month-long recovery, he had everything pretty much planned out for his forever nap. He passed away June 11, 2022 in Florida with...
Florence M. Bryce
June 11, 2022
Florence M. Bryce, age 88 of Brownstown, MI passed away June 11, 2022 at home with her loving daughter Ida Lukasik. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Bryce. She is survived by her children Anthony P. (Christine) "Ski" Bryce, Deborah (James Canha) Bryce, Ida (the late David) Lukasik and her grandchildren Paul (Sonia) Kincaid and Hannah (Zach) Janz. She...
Calvin Lee Johnson Sr.
June 11, 2022
Born in Monroe, Calvin was the son of Joseph and Margaret (Byrd) Johnson. A 1974 graduate of Monroe High School, he was married to Nina Bruce. Sadly she preceded him in death November 14, 2021. Calvin supported his family as a laborer. He enjoyed watching sports and movies, but his most treasured times were those spent with his family....
Kevin Matthew Dunn
June 10, 2022
A video tribute will be added, please check back. Kevin Matthew Dunn was born on October 30, 1991 in Wyandotte, Michigan and died on June 10, 2022 at his home in Flat Rock at the age of 30; he was formerly of Trenton. Cherished son of Kimberly Dunn and Robert Dunn. Beloved brother of Robbie (Mandy) and Shannon. Proud...
Terry Kane
June 10, 2022
Terry Kane, of Riverview, passed away June 10, 2022. Loving mom of Caitlin (Randy) Flick. Proud grandma of Brendan Flick. Beloved aunt of Nicole (Walter) Brown, Annette Johnson and Ronald Smith. Dear great aunt of Ryan, Marisa, Devin, Peyton Brown, Joseph and the late Steven Deblasio, and Trenton and Spencer Smith. Cherished sister of the late Linda Thomas. She...
Chester "Chet" Helstowski
June 10, 2022
Chester “Chet” Helstowski was born on December 10, 1926 in Wyandotte, Michigan and died on June 10, 2022 at the age of 95; he was of Trenton. Beloved husband of the late Loretta for 69 wonderful years. Loving dad of James of Southfield, Michigan, David (Debra) of Jacksonville, Florida, Gerald (Linda) of Riverview, Michigan and Daniel of Trenton, Michigan....
Stephen J. Papalas
June 9, 2022
Stephen J Papalas was born on August 28, 1940, in Warren, Ohio. He passed away on June 9, 2022, at the age of 81 after a 2 1/2-year battle with cancer. Steve was married to his lifetime love, Joyce (Bertelli) Papalas for 62 years. He was the cherished father of John, Robert (Nicole), and Patrick (Kim), loving grandfather “Pop...
Shirley A. Meggison
June 9, 2022
Survived by Sandra Munroe (Daughter) of Woodhaven, Robert Munroe (son), of Trenton, Branda Munroe (daughter) of Brownstown; Grandchildren: Theresa Williamson (Sarah), Bobby Munroe (New Orleans), Brent Munroe (Amanda), Chad Munroe (Brittni), Brandon Munroe (Beth), Jessica Dahmani (Sam), Morgan Munroe; and 13 Great Grand Children; Carolyn Beeler (sister), Debbie Stevens (sister) and Harry Wilson (brother). Preceded in death by her...
Randall Self
June 9, 2022
Randall Self, age52 of South Rockwood, passed away June 9, 2022 at his home. Born April 30, 1970 in Detroit, Randall was the son of Randall and Debbie (Haines) Self. He married the love of his life, Tonia Arquette, on July 24, 2003 after being together since 1993. Randall worked at Flat Rock Metal for the past 26 years....
Richard J. Smith
June 8, 2022
Richard "Rich" Smith was born on February 1, 1965 in Trenton, Michigan and died June 8, 2022 at the age of 57. Rich went to Riverview High School and was a resident of Riverview when he passed. Beloved Brother of Tim (Rona) of Fairborn, Ohio, Mike (Laura) of Brownstown, Michigan, Sue Terback of Louisville, Kentucky and Brian (Melissa) Smith...
Patricia Ellen Doliber
June 7, 2022
Patricia Ellen Doliber, age 72, passed away on June 7, 2022. She was the beloved wife of Richard Holland Doliber of 42 years; the loving mother of the late Geneva Springall, Dairrai Doliber (Alan Gieche), and Dawn Doliber (Norman Tworek); cherished grandmother of Justin (Angelo) Zuniga, Trisha Frericks (Jeff Valeck), Angelo Valderas, and Julian Valderas; and the loving great-grandmother...
Lori Lynne Ries
June 6, 2022
Lori Lynne Ries, of Rockwood, passed away June 6th, 2022. Loving mother of Malisa and Emily. Proud grandma of Eva and Lilly. Cherished sister of Timmy, Char, Danny, Teresa and Dink. She is survived by her ex-husband Jim; her son in law Steve as well as a few nieces and many nephews. She moved to Louisiana breifly and then...
Clarence Sillus Sharp
June 6, 2022
Sharp, Clarence Sillus, age 98 of Trenton, MI, passed away June 6th, 2022. Loving husband of the late Ethel Elaine Sharp. Dear father of Kenneth and the late Cecil “Jack” Hardin (Anita Hardin). Proud grandfather of Brent (Margaret) Hardin, Genevieve (Ahmed) Elmahdi, Marla (Brandon) Garton, and Christopher Hardin. Great grandfather of Joshua Nemeth, Eric Hardin, Christian Hardin, Layen and...
Richard "Dennis" Boddy
June 6, 2022
To view a recording of the service, please click on the tribute wall above. To view the family tribute, please click on the tribute wall above. Richard “Dennis” Boddy, of Wayne, Michigan, passed away June 6, 2022. Beloved son of Rose Boddy and the late Richard. Cherished brother of Deborah (Dr. Pasquale) Papalia, and Kimberly Staniszewski. Proud uncle of...
Clarence Andrew Rogers
June 6, 2022
Clarence Andrew Rogers, born December 7, 1941. Served in the Air Force from 1959 to 1979. He was a loving and devoted husband to Kim Yong Ja Rogers, they were married for 59 years. Loving father to Kim Chang Il Rogers ( deceased), Anna Maria Waddle, Kim Ellen Fronk, Lee Rae Bondarenok and Penny Jan Talbert. He was a...