Obituaries

Leonard Swartz

Leonard Swartz

Jun 10, 2026

Leonard Swartz, age 77 of South Lyon, Michigan passed away on June 10, 2026. He was born on May 19th,1949 in Detroit, Michigan to his parents, the late Kenneth Henry Swartz and Sylvia (Alan) Swartz.

He is the beloved and devoted husband of Michele (Watterson) Swartz of 51 years. They were married August 17, 1974. Leonard is the loving father of two...

Cheryl Dolores Guzik

Cheryl Dolores Guzik

Jun 9, 2026

Cheryl Dolores (Shukis) Guzik - Devoted and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and sister died peacefully on June 9, 2026 from complications of lymphoma. Cheryl, also known affectionately as Cher, Mom, and Nanny, received her diagnosis last September and chose to live the remainder of her life at home in Plymouth, Michigan with the care of immediate family, aides, and Michigan...

Michael John Runstrom

Michael John Runstrom

Jun 7, 2026

Mike passed suddenly at home at the age of 58, on Sunday, June 7, 2026. He was born on June 16, 1967 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Mike is survived by his parents Robert and Barbara Runstrom, his son Marcus Runstrom, his brother Jamie Runstrom (Tonya), his sister Lisa Crawford (Tim), along with his Nephews and Nieces. Robert Runstrom (Brittany), Rachael Hammond...

Elfriede Roper

Elfriede Roper

Jun 6, 2026

Elfriede Roper, age of 85 passed away on June 6, 2026.

She is the beloved and devoted wife of the late John Roper; loving mother of Donna Wade and Crystal Aherne; proud grandmother of Jenelle (Nicole), and Katelyn.

Elfriede is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by her siblings Ann (Harold) McElyea and Lisalottie Jankowski (Richie), and many nieces and nephews....

Bette Ann Weimer

Bette Ann Weimer

Jun 5, 2026

Bette was the beloved and devoted wife of the late Wayne Weimer; loving mother of three children - Scott (Claire) Weimer,

Stephanie (John) Allard, and Sallie (Mike) Bartkowiak; proud grandmother of the late Jessica Weimer, Jared (Jess) Weimer, John (Jennie) Allard, Paige (Sam) Swem, and Mikyle (fiancée Leisl) Bartkowiak; great-grandmother to Derek, Duncan, Dustin and Daxton Brown.

Private services were held.

Those who...

Maria Helen Makarov

Maria Helen Makarov

Jun 4, 2026

Maria Helen Makarov passed away peacefully June 4, 2026 at the age of 97.

Maria lived a full and remarkable life. She was born July 8, 1928, in Burgberg, Germany, as Maria Helen Wirnsberger. Her mother was Italian and her father Austrian. She was the middle child of thirteen.

At the age of three, her family moved to the village of Rennweg,...

Clyde Thomas Parrott

Clyde Thomas Parrott

May 30, 2026

Clyde Thomas Parrott, aged 81, passed away on May 30, 2026. Clyde is the loving husband of the late Frances; dear father of Matthew (Beth), Christopher, and the late Daniel; and beloved grandfather of Isla, Lana, and Leo.

A proud Vietnam Veteran, Clyde served in the 56th Army Postal Unit, and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for his service.

The family...

Phil Pursell

Phil Pursell

May 30, 2026

Phil Pursell passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 30, 2026.

Born on January 23, 1961, in Wyandotte, Michigan, Phil’s life was marked by dedication, service, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved. Phil was preceded in death by his loving parents, Congressmen Carl D. and Peggy Pursell.

Phil was the proud owner of Main Street Auto Wash of...

John Elliott Flanigan

John Elliott Flanigan

May 22, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the sudden passing of John E. Flanigan, 78, on May 22, 2026. Known for his strength, sense of humor, and unwavering devotion to his family, John leaves behind a lifetime of memories that will be deeply cherished by all who knew and loved him. 

John is survived by his beloved wife, Pam; his...

Terri Lynn Scrimger

Terri Lynn Scrimger

May 20, 2026

Terri Lynn Scrimger, age 63 of Canton, passed away on May 20, 2026. She was born at Mount Sinai Hospital in Detroit, Michigan on January 31, 1963 to her parents, the late Janet (née Schafer) and Norman Kish.

She is the beloved and devoted wife of Dean Scrimger and loving mother of two daughters – Emily Scrimger and Mallory Scrimger.

All who...

Thomas Short

Thomas Short

May 18, 2026

Thomas Short, age 92, of Plymouth passed away on May 18, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona.

He was born on July 9, 1933, at his home in Detroit, Michigan to his parents, the late Ellen (née Edwards) and John Elliot Short. Thomas was the beloved and devoted husband of Dr. Fern Espino, and the late Rita Short; loving father of three children...

Barbara Ann Carson - Gardner

Barbara Ann Carson - Gardner

May 17, 2026

Barbara Ann Carson, age 72, of Plymouth passed away on May 17, 2026. She was born in Detroit, Michigan to her parents, the late Dorothy (née McGrath) and Paul Plante.

She is the beloved and devoted wife of three years to Gregory Gardner and the late Mark Carson; loving mother of Lee Carson. She is deeply loved and will be greatly...

Mayuri Patel Pathak

Mayuri Patel Pathak

May 15, 2026

Mayuri Patel Pathak, of Plymouth, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at the age of 70.Born on September 14 in Borsad to Jasubhai and Kusum Patel, Mayuri brought warmth, humor, and curiosity everywhere she went. After coming to the United States, she quickly embraced life here while holding close the traditions and relationships that mattered most to her. She...

Diane K. Kent

Diane K. Kent

May 13, 2026

Diane Kay Kent, age 81 of Plymouth, passed away on May 13, 2026. She was the devoted wife of the late Robert J. Kent; loving mother of two children, Kathryn (Thomas) Moss and Robert (Jennifer) Kent, and proud grandmother of three grandchildren, Alexandra Moss, Andrew Moss, and Erik Moss. Diane will also be greatly missed by her siblings, Jaquelyn (Elvin)...

Henry Lloyd George, Jr.

Henry Lloyd George, Jr.

May 13, 2026

Henry Lloyd George, Jr., age 75 of Plymouth passed away on May 13, 2026. He was born on December 8, 1950 in Detroit, Michigan to his parents, the late Ruth (née Liebold) and Henry Lloyd George, Sr.

He is the beloved and devoted husband of to his wife, Mary (née Moore) George; loving father of three children – Heather (Carl) Traub,...

Shelly Lynn Sapp

Shelly Lynn Sapp

May 11, 2026

A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered.

Shelly Lynn (Caldwell) Sapp, born March 24, 1966, of Farmington Hills, passed away in her home in Northville Township surrounded by family on May 11, 2026. Leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and lasting memories.

Shelly dedicated her life to the care of others, both in her career and her personal...

Anthony Salvatore Campagna

Anthony Salvatore Campagna

May 9, 2026

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Father, Anthony Salvatore Campagna, on May 9, 2026, at the age of 84.

Anthony was born on December 27th, 1941, and grew up in Providence Rhode Island. Anthony attended Our Lady of Providence Seminary and graduated with a B.A. in English from University of Detroit...

Cynthia Lucille Lattin

Cynthia Lucille Lattin

May 8, 2026

Cynthia Lucille Lattin, aged 95, passed away on May 8, 2026, after a brief hospital stay. Beloved daughter of Lucille and Michael Danczuk, sister of Roy (Gertrude) Danczuk and Shirley (Henry) Slominski. Dear wife of Thomas Lattin, loving mother of Anne (Mitchell) Saywitz, Karen (Bruce) Morey and Robert (Susan Hunt) Lattin. Wonderful grandmother to Robin, Lilly, Alex, Ren, Katie and...

Larry Gullen

Larry Gullen

May 7, 2026

Larry Gullen, age 90 of Rochester passed away on May 7, 2026. He was born in Detroit, Michigan to his parents, the late Dorothy (née Danielson) and Harold Gullen.

Larry is the loving and devoted father of three children – Michael Gullen, David (Simona) Gullen and Brian (Tiffany Janeway) Gullen and proud grandfather of Charlotte Gullen and Isabella Gullen. He is...

Ashok Bachan Goyal

Ashok Bachan Goyal

May 1, 2026

Ashok Bachan Goyal

February 16, 1950 – May 1, 2026

Ashok Bachan Goyal, age 76 years, passed away peacefully on May 1st, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

Born on February 16th, 1950, to Bachan Lal and Pritma Devi Goyal, Ashok was known for his hard work, dedication to family and zest for life.

After graduating from IIT Kharagpur and IIM Kolkata, Ashok pursued a...