Obituaries

Heidi Christine Mier-Brandemuehl

Heidi Christine Mier-Brandemuehl

Feb 4, 2024

Dr. Heidi C. Mier, D.V.M. was a dedicated veterinarian and passionate advocate for holistic veterinary medicine. She passed away on February 4, 2024. Heidi was born on May 23, 1962, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Her unwavering commitment to improving the well-being of animals through her extensive knowledge and expertise will be missed by her family, friends, colleagues, and the countless lives...

Adam Schaefer

Adam Schaefer

Feb 2, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Adam Jordan Schaefer, born on November 16, 1983, in Defiance, Ohio. Adam passed away on February 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Adam is survived by his loving parents, Gary and Susan Schaefer, and his siblings Blaine McDowell, Brent Schaefer, and Jordan Schaefer. Adam...

James Adam Simpson

James Adam Simpson

Feb 2, 2024

James Adam Simpson, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away at the age of 70 on February 2, 2024, in Garden City, Michigan. He leaves behind his loving wife of 37 years Carol and son Daniel.

James dedicated an impressive 40 years of his life to the Ford Motor Company. As an electrician, he tirelessly served the company finishing his...

Nick Johnson

Nick Johnson

Jan 25, 2024

Nick Johnson, born on September 15, 2003, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, tragically passed away on January 25, 2024. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend to many. Nick's sudden departure has left a void in the hearts of all who knew him.

Described as outgoing and full of life, Nick had an infectious personality that lit up any...

Ronald William Hubbs

Ronald William Hubbs

Jan 24, 2024

Ronald William Hubbs passed peacefully on January 24, 2024 surrounded by his family. Ron was born in Michigan on August 7, 1941 to Albert and Lorena Hubbs. Ron is survived by his spouse Gerrie Hubbs (nee’ Krumm) his daughters Shana Grife (Dr. David Grife) and Lara Bouse (Michael Bouse) his step-children Laurie, Lance and Blake Fox, grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Ronald was...

John M. Adams

John M. Adams

Jan 19, 2024

John Michael Adams, 83, passed away on January 19, 2024. 

 

Born on January 30, 1940, John grew up in Detroit. He began working at Taystee Bread which was across the street from the family-owned Michael’s Bar started by his Polish immigrant maternal grandparents. He met the love of his life, Carolyn (née Migora) in the office at the bakery and they...

Carole L. Kovatch

Carole L. Kovatch

Jan 18, 2024

Carole L. Kovatch (nee Klein), age 82, was a long-time resident of the City of Westland, Michigan. Carole was born and raised in Detroit and attended Western High School Class of 1959. She was baptized, confirmed, and married at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Detroit. Carole had a long career (36+ years) working in shipping and receiving for Feblo, Inc...

David Isom

David Isom

Jan 16, 2024

David Isom, age 62 of Grosse Ile, Michigan passed away on January 16, 2024.

David was born on November 23, 1961 in Indianapolis, Indiana to his parents Barbara (née Murawski) and John Richard Isom.

He is the beloved and devoted husband of Alisa and former spouse Suzanne (Daniel) Kubiak-Karrick and mother of his daughter Kaitlyn Isom (Kyle).  He is deeply...

Michael Jon Shannon

Michael Jon Shannon

Jan 15, 2024

Michael Jon Shannon, born February 16, 1969 in Detroit, Michigan, passed away January 15, 2024 at the age of 54.  

Mike was a gifted athlete and an avid collector of music memorabilia. 

Mike was preceded in death by his father, William J. Shannon, Sr., mother, Glenrose Shannon (Trapp). Survived by his loving family: Wife, Lynn Shannon, Brother, William (Pam) Shannon of...

Darlene S. Munfakh

Darlene S. Munfakh

Jan 14, 2024

Darlene S. Munfakh, age 78 of Plymouth passed away on January 14, 2024.

She was born on November 7, 1945 in Detroit, Michigan to her parents, the late Stephany (née Savage) and Charles Kali.

After her high school graduation, Darlene received her Bachelor’s degree at Barry College in Miami, Florida and later, a Master’s degree in mathematics from Louisiana State...

David J. Rocker

David J. Rocker

Jan 14, 2024

 

David J. Rocker passed away on January 14th, 2024 at the age of 73 in his hometown of Plymouth, MI after a couragous 10 year battle with lymphoma. Dave is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years Sue, loving son Corey (Brandi), and dog Jack. He was preceded in death by his parents Claude & Charlotte, and his siblings...

Inez Belobradich

Inez Belobradich

Jan 13, 2024

Inez was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved cooking, gardening and baking-blueberry muffins were her specialty.  

She cared for her many trees and flowers that filled her yard. She was very proud of her home of 64 years where she lived and raised her family. 

One of her prized possessions was her beautiful Hummel collection that she displayed for...

Margaret Szopa

Margaret Szopa

Jan 12, 2024

Margaret Szopa, age 97 of Canton passed away on January 12, 2024.

She was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 7, 1926 to her parents, the late Mary (née Sabatino) and Carmine Tartaglia.

Margaret is the beloved and devoted wife of the late Eugne Szopa; loving mother of three children, Eugene Szopa, Jr., Denise (William) Balow and Debra Szopa and...

Victoria Gagleard

Victoria Gagleard

Jan 12, 2024

Victoria Gagleard, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away on January 12, 2024 at the age of 91. She was born in Dearborn on December 3, 1932.

Victoria was preceded in death by her husband James.

 Her children survive her: James (Judy) Gagleard, Donald( Liz) Gagleard, Carol Ann Gagleard (Andrew) , Mark (Mindy) Gagleard and  Darlene (Dean) Neely.

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Robert J. Bend

Robert J. Bend

Jan 12, 2024

Robert James Bend was born on 14th August 1951. He was the first son of Mavis and Jim Bend and would go on to be the brother of Steve and Chris and father to Ian and Merrisa.

He used to spend that much time at his Grandmothers in his adolescent, that in time when he was around 12 years old...

Margaret Ann Jarrell

Margaret Ann Jarrell

Jan 11, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Ann Jarrell on January 11, 2024.  She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother from Plymouth Michigan.  

Margaret was preceded in death by her mother (Lillian), father (Floyd) Hinkel and daughter Debra Salsbery.

Margaret is survived by her husband Roy Jarrell, Sr., Son, Roy (Lisa) Jarrell Jr, Son-in-law,...

Mark Vernon Pelton

Mark Vernon Pelton

Jan 10, 2024

On January 10th, 2024, family and friends mourned the passing of Mark Vernon Pelton, age 69. Mark will be greatly missed and will be remembered by many for his kind heart, unwavering compassion and his effortless way of befriending anyone, anywhere and anytime.  His ability to see the good in everyone was unparalleled and made him one of the easiest...

Stanley Tkacz

Stanley Tkacz

Jan 9, 2024

 

Stanley Tkacz, Jr., of Plymouth, MI passed away January 9, 2024 at the age of 82.  He was married to Carolyn Tkacz for 59 years and was a resident of Plymouth for 56 years.  He was the owner of his own architectural firm for 45 years specializing in commercial buildings throughout the United States.  He is survived by his...

Coleman F. Flaskamp, II

Coleman F. Flaskamp, II

Jan 9, 2024

Coleman Frederick Flaskamp, II, age 83 of Canton passed away on January 9, 2024.

He was born on February 17, 1940 in Bay City, Michigan to his parents, the late Beatrice A. (née Greene) and Coleman F. Flaskamp.  He is the beloved and devoted husband of Shirley Karen (née Markin) Flaskamp; loving father of Laura Flaskamp, Alison (Andy) Goodrich, Coleman...

Edmund J. Meurer, Jr.

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...

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