Obituaries

Michael Joseph Hudson, Sr.

Michael Joseph Hudson, Sr.

Dec 30, 2025

Michael Joseph Hudson, Sr., age 54 of Canton, passed away on December 30, 2025.

He was born on February 9, 1971 in Farmington, Michigan to his parents, the late Charles and Thelma (Thomas) Hudson. Michael is the beloved and devoted husband of 34 years to Tina (Bekemeier) Hudson; loving father of three children – Michael Joseph (Rachel) Hudson, Jr., Matthew Charles...

Robert John Goodsell

Robert John Goodsell

Dec 25, 2025

Robert John Goodsell, age 67 of Northville, Michigan, passed away on December 25, 2025.

Robert was born at the Offutt Air Force Base in Sarpy County, Nebraska on February 20, 1958 to Colonel Leonard J. and Mary Goodsell. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Lea; brothers Jim Goodsell (Ewa) and Richard Goodsell; nieces Beth (Jeremy) and Alison; nephews...

Karen Maier

Karen Maier

Dec 29, 2025

Dr. Karen Maier, PhD, age 81, of Plymouth, Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025.

Karen was born on July 22, 1944, in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, to the late Stephanie (Sobolak) and Joseph Vovak. She was a distinguished clinical psychologist and educator whose career was marked by compassion, intellect, and dedication to helping others.

Karen was the beloved wife of 57...

Elfriede "Freda" Hildegard Vinyard

Elfriede "Freda" Hildegard Vinyard

Jan 4, 2026

Elfriede “Freda” Hildegard Vinyard, age 86 of Canton, Michigan, passed away on January 4, 2026.

She was born in Immenstadt, Germany, on August 6, 1939. She was the third of four daughters to her late parents, Leopold and Margarethe (née Edenbeck) Häusler.

Freda was the beloved wife of the late Bob Vinyard and longtime companion of the late David Ratliff, both from...

Richard "Dick" Allan Underwood

Richard "Dick" Allan Underwood

Jan 3, 2026

Richard “Dick” Underwood, age 92, passed away on January 3, 2026 at the Clemson Downs Medical Care facility in South Carolina.

He was born and raised in Plymouth, Michigan. Richard’s parents were the late Harold and Yvonne Underwood. Dick graduated from Plymouth High School and received his bachelors, masters, and doctorate degrees from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, Michigan.

He...

Judith Ann Kinczkowski

Judith Ann Kinczkowski

Jan 2, 2026

Obituary information to be published soon.

Arthur Gasiewicz

Arthur Gasiewicz

Jan 1, 2026

Arthur “Art” Gasiewicz Jr., a beloved friend in his community, passed away peacefully at his home on January 1, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on May 25, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan, Arthur grew up in a Polish-Catholic family where he attended St. Juliana and De La Salle in Detroit for his education. He then went on to work...

Ryan Ashley Nellis

Ryan Ashley Nellis

Jan 1, 2026

Ryan Ashley Nellis, age 47 of Plymouth, Michigan, passed away on January 1, 2026.

He was born in Marion, Ohio on July 7, 1978 to his parents David (Jill) Nellis and Linda (née Lewis) Nellis. Ryan is the beloved and devoted husband of 21 years to Amanda (née Martin) Nellis and loving father of their two children – Reagan Nellis and...

Linda Wickman

Linda Wickman

Dec 28, 2025

Linda Wickman, age 82 of Canton, Michigan passed away on December 28, 2025.

She was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 3, 1943 to her parents, the late Emma (Braekevalt) and Gino Tiracchia. Linda is the beloved and devoted wife of 61 years to Floyd Wickman; loving mother of Nancy Loichinger, Gino (Kathy) Wickman and David (Jim Phillips) Wickman; proud grandmother...

Nicholas J. "Doc" Cirino

Nicholas J. "Doc" Cirino

Dec 26, 2025

Nicholas J. “Doc” Cirino, a cherished member of his family and a highly respected dentist, passed away on December 26, 2025, in Westland, Michigan. He was born on June 23, 1929, in Montreal, Canada to his late parents, Louis and Antoinette (nee' Sancolla) Cirino, and lived a life defined by dedication and service.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Mildred,...

Tracy Stone

Tracy Stone

Dec 16, 2025

Tracy Colleen Stone passed away on December 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and connection. The mark she left on the hearts of those who knew her is unmistakable and everlasting.

Tracy was the daughter of Marilyn Beck and Gordon Stone. She was lovingly raised by Walter “Bud” Elo and her mother, both of whom played meaningful roles...

Margaret Suzanne Daniel

Margaret Suzanne Daniel

Dec 14, 2025

A Private Graveside Service is being planned.

Irene Pomerleau

Irene Pomerleau

Dec 12, 2025

Irene Margaret Pomerlau, age 97, of Canton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, December 12, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by family. She was born on June 29, 1928, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, to the late Charles and Mary Cherkun.

Irene, lovingly known as Mom, Gram, GG, and Ms. Irene, took great pride in being a coal miner’s daughter, the last...

Alice "Betty" Hayden

Alice "Betty" Hayden

Dec 11, 2025

Alice "Betty" Hayden, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, in Canton, Michigan, at the age of 89. Born on September 2, 1936, in Amherstburg, Ontario, Betty brought joy and warmth to all those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Betty is survived by her five loving children: Patricia (Thomas) Kurt, Jill (Bruce) Cochran, Julie (Ernesto) Luna,...

Karen Christina Davenport

Karen Christina Davenport

Dec 10, 2025

Karen Christina Davenport, age 62 of Plymouth passed away on December 10, 2025. She was born on November 27, 1963 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to Dorothy (Agnes Hinrichs) and the late James Oliver Davenport. Karen is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by Dorothy, sister Kathryn (Barry) Green, her nephews, James (Rachel) Green and David Green, as well as...

Carol Anne Weigand

Carol Anne Weigand

Dec 9, 2025

Carol Anne Weigand, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, left this world on December 9, 2025 at the age of 76. Born on August 5, 1949, in Detroit, MI, Carol devoted her life to caring for others as a daughter, sister, mother, wife, and nurse.

Carol's memory lives on through her cherished family. She was the loving and proud...

Mildred L. Rainaldi

Mildred L. Rainaldi

Dec 8, 2025

Mildred “Mickie” L. Rainaldi, age 96, a longtime resident of Plymouth, passed away on December 8, 2025.

Mickie was born in Springdale, Pennsylvania on March 2, 1929, to her parents, the late Helen (née Milosky) and John Razelun. She is finally reunited with her departed siblings, Helen Bodzuich, John Razelun, and Alberta Takach.

Mickie proudly served her country in the United States...

Patrick Joseph Carty

Patrick Joseph Carty

Dec 8, 2025

Patrick Joseph Carty was welcomed into the kingdom of heaven on December 8, 2025. Born in Detroit on June 6, 1942, Pat is reunited with his parents Michael and Mary Jane Carty, his eldest sister, Peggy, and his cousin and sister by heart, Mary (Chris). Pat is survived by his loving wife Debbie, his sisters Judy (Ed) and Maureen (Stan),...

Jyeshta Bhagani

Jyeshta Bhagani

Dec 8, 2025

Jyeshta Bhagani, age 80 of Canton passed away on December 8, 2025. She was born on December 6, 1945 in Porbandar, India to her late parents, Mr. Ramlal Kotecha and Mrs. Godavariben Kotecha.

She is the beloved and devoted wife of the late Chandrakant Chunilal Bhagani; loving mother of Vijay Bhagani, Sita Teli and Gita Bhagani; mother-in-law to Umesh Teli and...

Matthew John Lee

Matthew John Lee

Dec 8, 2025

Michigan Firehouse MuseumMatthew J. Lee, age 81 of Plymouth, Michigan, passed away on December 8, 2025.

He was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 29, 1944 to his parents, the late Helen M. (née Miller) and Robert L. Lee. Preceded in death by brothers John E. (Patricia) Lee, Fr. M. Owen Lee and Robert E. Lee.

Matthew was the loving father of...