OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries
Keith Leon Stilson
May 11, 2022
Click on the tribute wall above to view Keith's video tribute. On Wednesday, May 11, 2022, Keith Leon Stilson passed away at his home in Southgate, Michigan. Keith was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 28, 1961, the son of the late Robert (Karen) and Charlotte Stilson. Keith was employed for 35 years at AJM Packaging Corporation of Detroit,...
Chet Kolerski
May 11, 2022
Chet Kolerski of Trenton, MI passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. Beloved husband of 42 years to Barbara Kolerski. Loving father of Lorraine (Charlie) Gubbini, Linda Day, James (Dawn) Gilbert, Rondelle (Steve) Mitchell, and Myki Bowling. Cherished papa of Quinlin, McKailey, Madison, James, Allen, Jordyn, Macy, Cameron, Gage, Meggison, Mya, and Kelton....
Elizabeth R. Lovett
May 10, 2022
Elizabeth R. Lovett, age 51 of Monroe, formerly of South Rockwood, passed away peacefully May 10th, 2022. Born October 24th, 1970 in Monroe, to Kathleen and the late Thomas Beaudrie. Elizabeth was a 1988 graduate of St. Mary’s Academy in Monroe. She was employed throughout the years with Meijer, Wesburn Golf & Country Club, Ritter Pottery, Beaudrie Insurance Agency,...
Michael Duperron
May 10, 2022
Mike Duperron, age 54 of the Downriver area, passed away May 10th, 2022. Mike was born March 9th, 1968 in Trenton, MI to David (Patricia) and the late Claire Duperron. In addition to his father, Mike leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving family Elizabeth, Claire, Jack, and Grace. His siblings Jacqueline (Bill) Baraboll and Marc (Sandy) Duperron....
Kenneth Michael Chrapko
May 10, 2022
Kenneth Michael Chrapko, age 63 of Rockwood, passed away February 10, 2022 in his home. Born November 6, 1958 in Ecorse, Kenneth was the son of Steve and Evelyn (Myrand) Chrapko. A graduate of Ecorse High School, he worked at Allstate Industrial Equipment. He married the love of his life, Barbara Laura, on February 20, 2003. Kenneth enjoyed hunting,...
Duane D. Bates
May 8, 2022
Duane D. Bates, of Lincoln Park, and longtime downriver resident, passed away May 8, 2022. Loving father of Sabrina, Lauren and Cole. Proud son of Audree Bates and the late Everett Bates. Cherished brother of Jason and Jeremy Bates. He is survived by his large extended family and friends. Duane was talented when it came to working with his...
Gene Spurr
May 7, 2022
Gene Spurr, of Newport, passed away May 7, 2022. Loving mother of William and Dawn. Grandmother of two grandsons. Beloved daughter of the late William Langford and Shirley Foley. She is survived by many cousins, and dear friends. Gene was part of a pool league. She enjoyed to lounge in the sunshine, whether it was by the pool or...
Wallace Wendel Scoles
May 7, 2022
Wallace Wendel Scoles, infant son of Mark and Emily (Van Wasshenova) Scoles, was born on May 4, 2022 and went to be with his Heavenly Father on May 7, 2022. Although far too short, his worldly time with his parents brought with it great joy, and peace. In his three days on Earth, his hand holding and snuggles offered...
Sylvia "Troy" Roark
May 7, 2022
Click on the tribute wall above to view the video tribute for Sylvia. Roark, Sylvia “Troy”, age of 89, born in Simms Fork, KY, passed away peacefully in her home in Taylor, MI. She was a lifelong resident of Detroit, MI. Beloved wife of her late husband, Homer Roark of 47 years. Loving mother of late Laymon (Karen), Lonnie...
Angela "Julie" Camilleri
May 7, 2022
Angela “Julie Camilleri, Age 80, of Allen Park. May 7, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Carmelo. Loving mother of Mary (Thomas) Stevens and Darlene (Joseph) Shay. Proud nana of Jennifer (Alex), Branden, Karissa, Trent, and Trevor. Dear sister of John Mary (Helen), and Giovanna (the late John). She is preceded in death by her siblings, Angelo (Carmen), Paul,...
Zita Danute Skuciene
May 7, 2022
Born in Kaunas, Lithuania, Zita was the daughter of Bronius and Barbora (Pagojute) Spakauskas. She was married to the love of her life, Juozas Andrius Skucas. Zita leaves to cherish her memory her husband Juozas; children: Oktavijus, Linas, Nerijus and Adrija; as well as 6 grandchildren.
Barbara Jean Hardy
May 6, 2022
Barbara Jeanne Hardy, age 76 of Monroe, passed away Friday May 6, 2022. Born May 29, 1945 in Monroe, Barbara was the daughter of Charles and Clarabelle (Eckert) Morris. She married the love of her life, Harvy Hardy, on December 25, 1964. He preceded her in death February 27, 2015. Barbara retired from Greenbrook Manor. She was dedicated to...
Alberto "Tex" Vega
May 5, 2022
Alberto "Tex" Vega. Age 85 of Taylor. Passed away May 5, 2022. Beloved husband of Lucille for 66 years. Loving father of Gary (Caroline) Vega, Karen (Bill) Bonanno, Nanci (Mike) Solace and Lisa (Mike) Shesterkin. Proud Papa of Jonathan (Megan), Albert, Paige (Jeff), Hillary (Mike), Nina, Christine, Billy, Sarah and Emma. Great Papa of Lyla, Poppy and Josie. Dear...
Mary Kay Ely
May 4, 2022
Mary Kay Gourlay Ely, of Ecorse, was born on October 29, 1960 and passed away peacefully on May 4, 2022. She was the daughter of the late William and Muriel Gourlay; sister to Kathy, Al, Daniel, Rich, the late Debbie, the late Robert, and the late Scott; loving wife to the late Daniel; beloved mother to Jovita, Antonio, Joseph,...
Joan M. Blanchette-Brooks
May 4, 2022
Joan Blanchette-Brooks of Newport passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at Southshore Hospital Hospice Center in Trenton, Michigan. She was the daughter of Ernest and Hazel (Bondy) Blanchett and married Carl Brooks in October of 1973. Joan was the sister of Norman (Loretta) Blanchett and Very Reverend Melvin Blanchette P.S.S. of Baltimore, Maryland. Joan was a lifelong member of...
William J. Miller
May 4, 2022
Born in Monroe, William was the son of Clarence and Myrtle Miller. William worked on produce farm and enjoyed cutting wood. William leaves to cherish his memory two siblings: Tinka Miller and Mary Adkins; as well as many nieces and nephews. Sadly he was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings: Clarence Miller, Kathryn Bruck and David...
Ferdinand "Flirt" Joseph Jean
May 4, 2022
Ferdinand “Flirt” Joseph Jean, age 85 of Rockwood; Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. Beloved husband of 61 years to the late Dolores Jean. Loving father of Gregory (JoAnn) Jean, Lisa (the late John) Gutenschwager, and the late Robert Allen Jean. Dear brother of Louis (Marion) Jean, Jeanie (the late Jim) Osbourne, and Robert (Cynthia) Jean. Cherished...
Florence M. Nicksich
May 3, 2022
Nicksich, Florence M. of Allen Park, MI passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of 64 years to Edward Nicksich. Loving mother of Denise (Brian) Mansour and Edward S. Nicksich. Dear sister of Patrick (Carol) Palmeri. Cherished grandmother of Stephanie Mansour, Jennifer (Chasen) Allen, and Christine Mansour. Sweet great-grandmother of Emily...
Tony Bandy
May 3, 2022
Tony Bandy, age 49 of Dearborn Heights, MI passed away May 3, 2022. Loving brother of Melissa (Lance) Provost, Kalman Bandy, Joe Solano and Emily Outlaw. Beloved son of the late Kalman and Carolyn Bandy. Proud uncle of Lance, Lauren, Nicholas, Matthew, Gavin, Alyssa, Serenity and Alexander. Memorial contributions in honor of Tony may be made directly to the...
Jane Higgins
May 3, 2022
Higgins, Jane of Trenton, MI passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of 66 years to Charles O. Higgins. Loving mother of Diane (Dennis) Cicchelli and Donna (Jim) Taurence. Cherished grandmother of Natalie (Andy) Wahl and Dante Cicchelli. “Grandma the Great” to Weston Wahl. Dear sister-in-law of Don Higgins. Caring aunt...
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