Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Wayne county

Edward William Meredith

Edward William Meredith

Dec 1, 2025

Edward William Meredith

Ed Meredith passed away peacefully in his home in Taylor, Michigan on December 1, 2025, at the age of 90.

Ed was born in Toledo, Ohio to Edward and Marguerite (Doe) Meredith on May 11, 1935, and was the eldest of 10 children. Ed was a graduate of Whitmer High School where...

Bonita J. Orlando

Bonita J. Orlando

Nov 30, 2025

Bonita J. Orlando passed away on November 30, 2025 at the age of 79. Beloved mother of Tammy Gray and Terry Orlando. Loving grandmother of Kennedy Orlando and the late Joseph A. Orlando. She is predeceased by her husband, Joseph J. Orlando.

She will be deeply missed.

Sabrina Lyn Sproles

Sabrina Lyn Sproles

Nov 30, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sabrina Sproles, a bright and beautiful young woman whose spirit touched everyone who had the joy of knowing her. Sabrina left this world far too soon, but she leaves behind a legacy of laughter, warmth, and unforgettable memories.

From the moment she set foot outdoors, Sabrina...

Kevin Roy Wagner

Kevin Roy Wagner

Nov 28, 2025

Kevin Roy Wagner, age 71, of Dearborn, MI, passed away on November 28th, 2025.

Born on August 25th, 1954, in Gross Pointe, MI, Kevin was the son of Edwin and Ruth Wagner. He was raised here in his early years with his brothers Edwin, Bradley and Norman before meeting and marrying his wife, Carol. Kevin and Carol...

Robert L. Laskey

Robert L. Laskey

Nov 28, 2025

LASKEY, ROBERT L.

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Robert L. Laskey, Age 68 of Westland, Michigan. Born in Dearborn, Michigan on October 14,1957 to (the late) Robert H. Laskey and Bonnie L. Laskey.

Beloved son of Bonnie (Partner Don Kingery), brother of: Kathy (Joe) Nahra, Vickie (Joe) Pulido, Carol (Mike)...

Dusty Mae Elliott

Dusty Mae Elliott

Nov 26, 2025

Dusty Mae Elliott, 55, from Taylor, passed away surrounded by her love ones on November 26th, 2025. She is survived by her husband, Patrick. Mother-in-law, Donna; her siblings, John (Renee), Robin, and David (Donell); her children Meghan (Amanda), Desteney (Jon) and Joseph (Cheyenne) and her 7 grandchildren, Joshua, Jayson, Juliana, Jaxxon, Adam, Ezekiel & Paislyn.

"As I...

Kimberly Ann Roberts

Kimberly Ann Roberts

Nov 26, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Kimberly Ann Roberts (Valade), who left this world on November 26, 2025, in Taylor, Michigan. She was born on January 19, 1956, in Trenton, Michigan to parents, Lucille (Zimmerman) and Clayton Valade. She lived a life of hard work and persistence but found time for love, laughter,...

Shelby Jean Coleman

Shelby Jean Coleman

Nov 25, 2025

Shelby Coleman, beloved wife of Bee for 59 wonderful years. Loving mother of John Coleman (Mirella), and Cora Coleman.  Shelby passed away peacefully on November 25 2025, surrounded by the family she cherished so deeply. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unmatched creativity that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew her.

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Marie Violet Emmons

Marie Violet Emmons

Nov 22, 2025

Marie Emmons of Dearborn passed away on November 22nd 2025, at her home. Marie was born on September 7th 1933, to Flora and Eurrett Compton. Marie worked for 45 years as a secretary.  She lived a very active life. She cherished her family, loved traveling, and even learned how to fly a plane. Her hobbies were making dolls, painting,...

Dorothy Ann Cederquist

Dorothy Ann Cederquist

Nov 22, 2025

Dorothy Cederquist, 95, of Dearborn, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2025.

Dorothy was a devoted mother who welcomed everyone with warmth and became a beloved "second mom" to many of her children's friends. She was the oldest of five siblings—Katy, Ruth, Nancy, and Don—and leaves behind several nieces and nephews.

She is survived...

Janet Marie Pennington

Janet Marie Pennington

Nov 21, 2025

Janet Marie Pennington (Chudyk) 71, of Brownstown, MI, passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2025. She was born October 2, 1954, in Farmington Hills, MI, to Caroline Chudyk (Russo) and William Chudyk. Janet spent her childhood in Detroit, MI with siblings Sandra Pongratz (Chudyk) and John Chudyk. She graduated from Cody High School in 1972.  On November 5th of...

Samantha Rose Edmunds

Samantha Rose Edmunds

Nov 20, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Samantha, at the age of 39.

Samantha was the cherished daughter of Keith and Darlene, and a loving sister to Jason (Terrie). She was a proud and devoted aunt to her nephew Louis and niece June,...

Erek Farrell Adrian Smith

Erek Farrell Adrian Smith

Nov 19, 2025

Erek Farrell Adrian Smith passed away on November 19, 2025 at the age of 59.

Loving father of Rachael Smith, proud Papa to Wyatt and Wesley, son to Stanley and Coni Smith.

Erek LOVED classic cars and he used to take his 1969 Grand Prix to many car shows to show it off and he...

Mary Gallagher

Mary Gallagher

Nov 16, 2025

Mary Gallagher of Dearborn Heights, MI, passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 96 on November 16, 2025. In the week prior to and at the time of her passing, Mary was surrounded by many loving family members. Mary is survived by her sisters, Bridget "Gert" Gallagher, Catherine "Kathleen" McCarthy, and Evelyn Sheehan, and by her...

Marvin Louis Olkowski

Marvin Louis Olkowski

Nov 15, 2025

Marvin Louis Olkowski passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family at the age of 89.

Preceded in death by his loving wife Nancy, Loving father of Gary Olkowski, Steven (Donna) Olkowski, Leigh Olkowski, and Nancy Olkowski. Devoted grandfather to Troy, brother to Tom (Donna) Olkowski, and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be...

Peggy Graf

Peggy Graf

Nov 12, 2025

Margaret (Peggy) Graf passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025.

Loving wife of the late Daniel Graf for 59 wonderful years. Cherished mother of Diane (Alan) Lawrence, and David (Irina) Graf. Loving Grandma/Nana of Peter, Anton, Robert, Natalia, Katerina, and Margaret. Dear sister of Emory (Theresa) Pankas, Pam (Paul) Sujdak, and Donna (Matt) Sype and sister-in-law to...

Norman Earl Tank

Norman Earl Tank

Nov 12, 2025

Norman Earl Tank of Brownstown Mi, passed away on November 12, 2025 at the age of 85.

Loving brother of Nancy, Mary, Beverley, Harold, Edwin Jr., Johnnie, George, Mike, Frank and the Late Richard, Robert and Warren. He will be deeply missed by all.

James R. Sears

James R. Sears

Nov 12, 2025

James Richard Sears was as a Detroiter at heart. Born in the City of Detroit on November 2, 1945, he grew up in Delray with his mother Mary Sears and five siblings, Joe, Marion, Margaret, Vincent, and Barbara. Jim developed a deep attachment to Motown music and all Detroit sports teams – even the Lions before they could win...

Frederick S. Senczyszyn

Frederick S. Senczyszyn

Nov 12, 2025

Beloved husband of the late Kathleen. Loving father of Karin (Ben) Sanchez , Fred (Alyssa) Senczyszyn and Zachary (Wynston) Senczyszyn. Loving grandfather of Freddie and Jacob Senczyszyn. Dearest brother of Candy, Tonya, Tamara Barrales (Arturo), John (Aileen), and Taras. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.  Fred was a huge Detroit Sports fan. Loved watching Michigan Football,...

Gertrude "Cinch" Shank

Gertrude "Cinch" Shank

Nov 11, 2025

Gertrude "Cinch" Shank passed away on November 11, 2025 at the age of 70. Beloved wife of Douglas for 38 years. Loving stepmother of Tamara Shank and the late Tara Shank. Cherished step grandmother of Addison. Dearest sister of Douglas Bromley and Darrell Bromley. She is survived by many nieces and nephews.

Cinch was a beloved aunt...

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