Obituaries
Recent Obituaries from Wayne county
Pauline Elizabeth Paul
Jun 2, 2021
Pauline Elizabeth Paul, 98, formerly of Dearborn Heights, went to be with her Lord Wednesday, June 2, 2021, passing away at her daughter's home in Shepherd, MI. Â She was born February 10, 1923 in Box Elder, Montana as the daughter of the late Peter and Grace (Nevins) Parson. Pauline married Captain Elmer Paul (US Army) on April 27, 1946...
James Loyd Shepard
Jun 1, 2021
James Loyd Shepard passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 after a long battle with his health.
Loving husband to Judith Shepard for 38 wonderful years. Beloved brother to Thomas Shepard, brother-in-law to Stan and Barbara AuBuchon and Dan and Joan Walker. Cherished uncle to Kristopher Shepard,...
Willie Fred Stubbs
May 30, 2021
Stubbs, Willie Fred age 71 of Huron Twp. Passed away on May 30, 2021. Beloved Husband of Ethel. Dearest Father of Alysia Reed, Kimberly Stubbs, Frederick Stubbs, Willie " Timothy " Stubbs, and Tara Stubbs. Loving Step-Father of Margaret Adams, Megan Adams, Michael Adams Jr. and Re'Shea Coats. Special Grandfather of 15. Loving Brother of Eva Wright. Also survived...
Lois Jean Anger
May 30, 2021
Lois Anger passed away peacefully on May 30th surrounded by family at the age of 75.
Beloved wife of David Anger.
Loving mother of Leah (Christopher) Lanam and Jodi (Mark) Van Proeyen.
Proud grandmother of Charles, John, Macy and Jamie Lanam, and Eden and Marin Van Proeyen.
Dear sister to Lynn...
Richard H. Mclaughlin
May 30, 2021
McLaughlin, Richard H. age 101 passed away on May 30, 2021. Beloved Father and Grandfather, Richard McLaughlin was a WWII Marine Veteran, Builder of Many Homes, and world traveler.  Richard was born in Minnesota January 15, 1920, and from there lived in Michigan, California, Illinois and Florida and traveled the world with his late wife, Virginia P. McLaughlin. He...
Patricia Dolena Cravens
May 29, 2021
Patricia Dolena (Prouse) Cravens passed away on May 29, 2021 at the age of 93.
Loving wife of the late William.
Dear mother of Peter (Kristine), Richard (Constance), and the late David (Susan).
Proud grandmother of Jessica, Joshua, Jennifer, and Alissa and great-grandmother of Michael, Rory, Cosette, Logan, and Victor.
Patricia...
Sharon Lee Cooksey
May 29, 2021
Sharon L Cooksey of Lincoln Park passed away on May 29 th at the age of 79. Sharon was born in Detroit to Helen and Fred Cooksey in 1942. She was raised in Lincoln Park and attended Henry Ford Community College. Sharon loved to travel and explore the world including Italy, Germany, Scotland, Norway, Britain, and France. She enjoyed...
Tomiko Margaret Shimoda
May 29, 2021
Tomiko "Margaret" Shimoda aged 92, beloved Wife of the Late Jiro , Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother left this world peacefully on May 29, 2021. She is survived by her children Jon (Donna), Debra(Richard)Taylor, Cindy(The Late Daniel)Hardy, and Daniel(Judith), grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as many friends and relatives. She spent much of her life attending to others by...
Sharon Mae Gemus
May 27, 2021
Sharon Mae Gemus sadly passed away on May 27, 2021 at the age of 77. Loving wife to Sam Gemus for 54 wonderful years. Beloved mother to Carmen Allen Gemus. Cherished sister to Janet Enguehard.
In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting donations in Sharon's name to Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit https://www.metrodetroitanimals.org/get-involved/donate/
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Edna Lynn Johnson
May 27, 2021
Edna Johnson passed away peacefully in her home on May 27th, 2021.
She leaves behind many loving children, grandchildren and friends.
John A. Barron
May 26, 2021
John A. Barron passed away unexpectedly on May 26th, 2021 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Rosemarie. Loving father of Todd (Jeanine). Proud grandfather of Lydia and Jason and Ethan Moore. Dear brother of Edward and Harold (Susan). Brother-in-law to Marilou Lovera, Joanne Lovera, Janet (Tom) Christin, John (Pam) Lovera, and Linda (Mike) Jenner. John is also...
Michail William Michail
May 25, 2021
Michail William Michail, of Taylor Michigan, passed away on May 25, 2021 at the age of 65.
Beloved son of Imagene and the late Michail.
Loving brother of Janice (David) Helms.
Dear uncle of Leigh and Jaclyn.
Cherished nephew of Mary Hovatter and Helen Stevens.
During his spare time,...
Alfred Hess Jr.
May 25, 2021
Alfred Hess Jr., of Taylor, passed away on May 25, 2021 at the age of 82.
Beloved husband of Ellen. Loving father of Angel Andrews, Lloyd Andrews and Chris Hess.
Funeral Services will be Thursday, July 1, 12:00 PM at the Taylor Chapel of Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 Telegraph Rd. Visitation will be Wednesday, June...
Ken Wilkinson
May 24, 2021
Ken Wilkinson passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 24, 2021 at the age of 54.
Beloved husband of Tammy for 8 years. Devoted step-father of 3.
Private cremation service entrusted to Howe-Peterson Funeral Home.
Rita Lavon Cook
May 23, 2021
Rita Lavon Cook at the age of 67 passed Sunday May 23, 2021. Rita was born on April 9, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan. She was the Beloved daughter of Lucille and the Late Edwin Cook. She was the Loving Sister of Eddie Cook, Carlyn(Al)Young, Jannie(Arnell)Smith, Sharon Cook, Lapellya(Buck)Jones, Mary(Rob)Johnson,Joseph Cook and the Late Bennie Cook and Dorothy Cook. Rita...
Shirley Ann Ormandy
May 21, 2021
Shirley Ann Ormandy passed away peacefully on May 21, 2021 at the age of 95. The day was as unique and exceptional as she was; being the 21st day, the 21st week of the 21st year of the 21st century.
Beloved wife of the late Stan. Dear mother of Suzan, Carol, Beth, Mary and Ann. Proud grandmother...
Stephen Frank Willoughby
May 20, 2021
Stephen Frank Willoughby passed away on May 20, 2021 at the age 64.
Loving father of Jacqueline Ann (Gabe) Shadder and Alexandra Willoughby (AJ Simmons).
Proud papa of Caleb and Ellery.
Cherished companion of Renee Clemmons.
Oliver James Hilliker
May 20, 2021
HILLIKER, Oliver James Sr.   Age 84 of Taylor
Beloved Husband of the late Doris.
Loving Father of Denise (James) Alexander, Allen (Julie) Hilliker, Oliver Jr. (Becky) Hilliker, Robert Freeman, Sandy (Bob) Greff and Dori (Henry) Lamberti.
Dearest Grandfather of Robyn, Renee, Ryan, Allen Jr., Jacob, Schana, Eric, Robert Jr., Andy, Carly, Crystal, Katherine...
Mildred Mary Panyard
May 19, 2021
To view the Recording of The Time of Reflection Service please click the link below: Time of Reflection Service for Mrs. Panyard | Howe-Peterson YouTube
Millie Panyard, as most people knew her, fell asleep in death on May 19, 2021, at the age of 92 in the home that she loved in Melvindale, Michigan. ...
Patricia Ann Parker
May 19, 2021
Patricia Ann Parker of Romulus passed away peacefully at the age of 74. Survived by her loving husband Robert A. Parker, 3 children (Elizabeth Napier, Emma Parker, and Robert Parker). 5 Grandchildren, her sister Mary Caudle and brother David Williams also survive.
Please sign the register book & share a memory at: www.jlpetersfuneralhome.com.
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