Obituaries
Joan Y. Ettinger
Feb 6, 2025
Joan Yvonne Ettinger, 94, died peacefully on Thursday, February 6, 2025 with family members at her side. She led a life of kindness, community, and wry humor.
Joan was born May 19, 1930 in Detroit, the eldest child of Leroy and Marie Armstrong. Her family moved frequently during the Great Depression to find better rental housing. They eventually bought a home...
Marda Benson
Feb 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the matriarch of our family. Marda died peacefully at her home on February 4th, 2025, just one day shy of her 93rd birthday.
She was born in Detroit, Michigan, to her parents, the late Ethel (née Lundgren) and Howard Jessop. She is the beloved wife of the late Dr. Paul...
John Moodie
Feb 2, 2025
John Moodie, a cherished son, devoted father, and proud grandfather, passed away on February 2, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering support. Born on September 20, 1950, John lived over seven decades that were marked by rich experiences and the lasting impressions he made on those fortunate enough to know him.
John honorably served in the United...
Albert E Belcher
Feb 1, 2025
Albert (Butch) Belcher, aged 78, passed away on February 1, 2025. Born on June 4, 1947, in Newberry, Michigan, he was the son of the late Howard and Retha (Baber) Belcher. Butch was a devoted husband to the late Donna, with whom he shared 48 beautiful years of marriage.
He was a loving father to Jennifer (Chris) Atkinson, Kimberlee Belcher, and...
Carol Lynn Johnson
Jan 31, 2025
Carol Lynn Johnson, a beloved wife, sister, aunt, and stepmom passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on January 31, 2025 at her residence in Genoa Township, Michigan.
She was born on October 5, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan, to her parents the late Robert and Ida (Rylko) Everitt. Her journey through life was marked by dedication, kindness, and the warmth...
Albert Donald "Don" Bar
Jan 30, 2025
On the afternoon of January 30th, 2025, Albert Donald “Don” Bar, 92, of Plymouth Michigan, passed away in the comfort of his home. He is already dearly missed and survived by his six children, nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren: Linda (Jim) Rowell (Joe (Kristen) (Beckham, Lincoln), Lindsey), Deborah (Matt Anderson) Poole, Donna (Dan) Joppich (Allison, Kelsey (Matt) Hecksel, Catherine (Ben)...
Kristina G. Bundon
Jan 30, 2025
A visitation for Kristina will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. at the Schrader- Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main Street, Plymouth, Michigan. Family and Friends are invited to gather, share memories, and celebrate Kristina's life.
Phyllis Scheff
Jan 28, 2025
Phyllis Scheff, age 92 of Plymouth, passed away on January 28, 2025.
Phylllis was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on November 8, 1932, the daughter of the late Richard and Octavia (nee Beck) Hammerschmidt. Phyllis married her beloved husband, Don Scheff on May 27, 1966 and enjoyed 52 years together before his passing in December 2018.
Together, they were blessed with two...
Robert J. Dunn
Jan 28, 2025
Robert J. Dunn, age 74 of Northville, passed away on January 28, 2025.
Bob was born on February 20, 1950 in Brooklyn, New York the son of Robert and Margaret (née Campion)Dunn. Bob is the beloved husband of the late Eileen O’Connor Dunn, loving and devoted father of Megan (Chris) Crespi and Erin (Jeff) Falcon and proud Poppy to Gabriella, Connor...
Nancy Carolyn Pangrazzi
Jan 27, 2025
Nancy Carolyn Pangrazzi, age 91, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 2, 1933, she was the cherished daughter of the late Frank and Sarah (Jones) Angell. Nancy's legacy as a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother to 7 children, 9 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren is a testament to her love...
Thomas W. Marcero
Jan 26, 2025
Thomas William Marcero, age 77 of Canton passed away on January 26, 2025. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 17, 1947 to his parents, the late Dorothy (née Azarovitz) and Miles Marcero. Thomas was raised in Carleton, Michigan, graduating from Catholic Central High School in Monroe, Michigan.
Thomas is the beloved and devoted husband of Janis Lynne (née Parent)...
Denise Randall
Jan 25, 2025
Denise Randall, born on October 16, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away peacefully in Plymouth on January 25, 2025. Denise was a light in this world—strong, brave, loving, playful, unforgettable, and deeply a committed to her family.
Denise is survived by her sons: William (Tracey) Randall, Scott (Christine) Randall, and Robert Randall; her daughters: Kristin Lobron, Jennifer (Bryan) Ollar, and Julie...
Piiamari Riikka Bowers
Jan 22, 2025
Piiamari Riikka Bowers (Piia), 52, of Canton, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on January 22, 2025. She was born on August 9, 1972, in Finland and was raised in Marquette, Michigan. She was born to her parents, the late Dr. Maynard and Leenamari (Kangas) Bowers. She was deeply loved and will be missed by her brother Eerik (Jennifer Vargas) Bowers, and...
Ifet Jakupi
Jan 20, 2025
Ifet Jakupi, age 89 of West Bloomfield Township and formerly of Plymouth passed away on January 20, 2025. She was born in Asamat, Macedonia on March 13, 1935 to her parents, the late Sajde and Hysen Taipi.
She is the beloved and devoted wife of the late Abdulla Jakupi who passed away on May 29, 2022; loving mother of three children...
Beverly Joan Mitchell
Jan 18, 2025
Beverly Joan Mitchell, née Kennedy, was born on September 25, 1936, in Detroit, and left this world on January 18, 2025.
Beverly is survived by her daughter, Karleen Daugherty, and her sons, Steven John Mitchell and Michael Patrick Mitchell. Her legacy continues through her granddaughter, Sarah Nicole Mitchell.
Beverly has been reunited with her late husband Joseph, and her son Kevin Joseph...
Judith Ellen Jouppi
Jan 16, 2025
Judith Ellen Jouppi, known affectionately as Judie, passed away on January 16, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on May 20, 1938, in Detroit, MI, she spent her later years in Westland, MI, surrounded by family and friends.
Judie was married to her high school sweetheart, Eugene Alan Jouppi, for 22 wonderful years before becoming a widow. Together, they owned...
William Robert Manchester, Jr.
Jan 16, 2025
William Robert Manchester, Jr., age 100, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, in Livonia, Michigan. He was born on September 9, 1924, in Detroit, Michigan, to his late parents William Robert and Clara (née Lietz) Manchester, Sr. William lived a long and fulfilling life marked by notable achievements and cherished relationships.
Professionally, William contributed to the automotive industry serving as...
Bernard G. Papay
Jan 14, 2025
Bernard G. Papay, age 88 of Canton passed away on January 14, 2025. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 20, 1936 to his parents, the late Helen (née Bistak) and Kalman Papay.
Bernard is the loving and devoted husband of the late Mary Ann (née Medsker) Papay; loving father of seven children – Charley Papay, Terry Papay, Patricia (Gregory)...
Vicki A. Pokerwinski
Jan 14, 2025
Vicki Alice Pokerwinski age 75, of Kalkaska, Michigan passed away on January 14, 2025. She was born in Pontiac, Michigan to her parents, the late Beverly (née McKinney) and Charles Newman.
Vicki is the beloved and devoted wife of Robert Pokerwinski for 52 years; loving mother of three children – Jeffrey (Joi) Pokerwinski, Robert Pokerwinski and Michele (Terry) Ozak; proud grandmother...
Mildred M. Wesley
Jan 11, 2025
Mildred M. Wesley, age 100 of Canton passed away on January 11, 2025. Mildred was born in Queens, New York on January 12, 1924 to her parents, the late Georgina (née Pears) and Charles Stanley Allen.
She is the beloved and devoted wife of the late Edward Wesley; loving mother of six children – Sharon Kelley, Maureen (Mike) Kisabeth, Priscilla (Gerald)...





