Obituaries
Edmund J. Meurer, Jr.
Jan 9, 2024
Edmund J. Meurer Jr., born on July 27, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2024 in Ann Arbor, Michigan surrounded by his family. He was known for his passion of antique and classic cars, enjoyment of travel and Detroit sports.
With the success of his family’s publishing business, he created a diverse collection of automobiles dating...
Ernestine Roberts
Jan 8, 2024
Ernestine Roberts passed away on January 8th, 2024 at 90 years old. She was born in Hamtramck, Michigan to her parents John and Constance (Klaska) Briolat. She grew up in Harbor Beach, Michigan where she met the love of her life, Lavern Roberts, whom she was married to for over 70 years. Together they made a home and raised...
Larry H. Moore
Jan 8, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Moore, a visionary corporate executive and dynamic entrepreneur who left an indelible mark on the media and technology landscape. Mr. Moore, aged 74, passed away on January 8th, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones.
Larry was born to Sarah and Louis Larry Moore and then moved to Belleville...
Sino John D'Angelo
Jan 7, 2024
Sino D’Angelo passed away on January 7th, 2024 after battling Parkinson’s for almost 20 years. He was a Machine Repairman and retired from Ford Motor Company after 42 years of service.
He was a loving and caring Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend.
Sino was predeceased by his parents, Sinodoro and Candida (nee’ DiVitto) as well as his sister, Annette D’Angelo....
Joan L. Anderson
Jan 7, 2024
Joan Louise Anderson, age 96 of Plymouth, Michigan passed away on January 7, 2024 in Livonia, Michigan.
Born on November 11, 1927, in Saginaw, Michigan to her parents, the late Louise and John Gilles. Joan was the beloved wife of John Anderson (deceased) and Robert Rienas (deceased); loving mother of Jane Hasse (Ken) and James Anderson (Susan); proud grandmother of...
Jeanette Persich
Jan 6, 2024
Jeanette (Jay) Persich, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on January 6, 2024, at the age of 94. She was born on February 12, 1929, in Toledo, Ohio to her parents, Kelly and Abriza Kassim.
Jay is preceded in death by her husband Stanley, one brother, and two sisters. Her children survive her: Sean Kahlil, Mona (Bill) Applegate,...
Barbara Tomaszycki
Jan 5, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara (Barb) F. Tomaszycki, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, on January 5th, 2024, in Canton, MI.
Barb is preceded in death by her husband Francis (Frank) G. Tomaszycki whom she loved dearly, her mother Margaret (Bell) Gdaniec, and her stepfather Edward Gdaniec. Barb is survived by her children, Michelle...
Frances (Fritzi) Atkins
Jan 4, 2024
Frances (Fritzi) Atkins, 97, was born October 14th, 1926, in Hanover, PA and died on January 4, 2024, in Canton, MI. In the final days of her life she was surrounded by her children, dying peacefully from a body weakened by time.
Fritzi spent much of her youth growing up in the small town of Salamanca, located in the...
Rita R. Perron
Jan 3, 2024
Rita Perron, age 100 of Plymouth, passed away on January 3, 2024. She was born in Detroit on March 8, 1923, to the late Paul and Frances (Media) Gersky.
Rita was the loving and devoted wife of the late Arthur Perron, whom she married on July 7, 1951.
She was the proud mother of Linda (Philip) Petz, the late David Perron and the late...
Daniel B. Kentala
Dec 31, 2023
Daniel B. Kentala, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, left us to be with Jesus on December 31, 2023, at the age of 77. He was born on December 18, 1946, to proud parents John and Josephine Kentala in Detroit, Michigan, where he spent his childhood.
Dan graduated from high school in 1965 and shortly after met the love of...
Lois Emma Merriman
Dec 29, 2023
Lois Emma Merriman passed away December 29, 2023 at the age of 98, having lived 90 of those years in Plymouth. She was born February 2, 1925 in Royal Oak, Michigan to Howard and Helen (Cowen) Bowden. She is deeply loved and missedby her children Greg (Jill McDonough) Merriman and Bill (Lisa Wolske) Merriman, her grandchildren Alex Merriman, Jack Merriman,...
Joyce Nadine Staffski
Dec 27, 2023
Joyce Nadine Staffski, daughter, sister, aunt, and great aunt passed away on December 27th, 2023 at the age of 84. She was born on August 30, 1939 in Detroit Michigan. Joyce is survived by her niece Candace J. Schaff (David), great nephew Zachary D. Schaff, and nephew Douglas A. Nay. She was preceded in death by her parents Eva and...
Anna L. Vaughn
Dec 26, 2023
Anna L. Vaughn, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on December 26th, 2023 at the age of 92. She was born on January 6, 1931 to her parents David and Ethel Dodge.
Anna lived a remarkable life. Her kind heart and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be...
Stanley A. Wickman
Dec 25, 2023
Stanley A. Wickman, beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished friend, passed away on December 25, 2023, at the age of 95. He was born on January 19, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan to his parents Gale and Elise Wickman.
Stanley is preceded in death by his loving wife Helen. Together they created a beautiful life filled with love and cherished memories....
James K. Harkins
Dec 24, 2023
James K. Harkins, a beloved husband, dad, son, and friend, passed away on December 24th, 2023. Born on September 16th, 1971 in Farmington Hills, MI to his loving parents John and Kathy. James led a remarkable life that touched the hearts of many. James' true source of joy came from his family. He shared 27 beautiful years of marriage with his...
Jesse Norman Tiilikka
Dec 23, 2023
Jesse Norman Tiilikka, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on December 23rd, 2023, after a long battle with drug addiction . He was born on September 25th, 1992, in Ann Arbor.Jesse was a young man with an infectious zest for life. He had a deep love for nature and especially enjoyed spending his days by the water. Fishing was...
Virginia "Ginger" May Krueger
Dec 18, 2023
Virginia “Ginger” May (Vail) Krueger, a Northville Township resident, gained her angel wings on Monday December 18th, 2023 at the age of 79.
Virginia was born on September 8th, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan.
Ginger graduated from Mumford High School in June of 1962. She then went on to get her Master Gardener Certificate through Michigan State and was in the...
Alfonsa Porcari
Dec 16, 2023
Alfonsa Porcari, aged 85, was called home to our Heavenly Father on December 16, 2023. Alfonsa was born to Giovanni and Generosa Viani in Norma, Italy on August 3, 1938 as Europe was on the verge of another world war. Her formative years were spent living through the horrors of war - first by the occupation of her town by...
Shirley M. Depew
Dec 15, 2023
Shirley M. Depew passed away in Plymouth, MI on December 15, 2023 at age 95. She was born on April 2, 1928, in Plymouth, Michigan to her parents Thomas and Thelma Bower. Shirley leaves behind a legacy of love and boundless memories.
Shirley's life was enriched by the love she shared with her late husband Clifford Depew of 49 years.She...