Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Wayne county

Joseph Lawrence Knedgen

Joseph Lawrence Knedgen

Mar 24, 2020

Joseph Lawrence Knedgen of Dearborn Heights, Michigan passed away on March 24, 2020 at the age of 78.

He was born March 18 th , 1942, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Mary (Walczak) and Joseph Victor Knedgen. He was the youngest of 3 siblings, Earl and Shirley (Baczewski). Joseph married Joyce Lavonne Klenn February 19, 1964,...

John Ormiston

John Ormiston

Mar 23, 2020

ORMISTON, John     Age 56 of Taylor

Beloved Brother of Deborah and Robert Jr.

Preceded in death by Parents Robert Murray Ormiston and Lillian Rosella Ormiston.

John V. Deaver

John V. Deaver

Mar 22, 2020

John V. Deaver died on March 22, 2020, in his home at Henry Ford Village, Dearborn, Michigan. He was born on June 16, 1922, in Tustin, California, the son of Virgil and Louise (Utt) Deaver.  He had been a resident of St. Clair County, Michigan, from 1983 until 2016 at which time he moved to the Henry Ford Village,...

Clay Welch

Clay Welch

Mar 22, 2020

WELCH, Clay  passed March 22, 2020. Loving husband of Bridgette Welch Beloved son of Mark (Angel) Welch Dear brother of Cody Welch and Lilly Welch Precious grandson of Daniel (Darlene) Campbell and Christopher (Martha) Welch He will be dearly missed.

In respect to the executive order issued by the governor, the gathering for the Welch family will be...

Agnes Bachwansky

Agnes Bachwansky

Mar 22, 2020

Agnes Bachwansky passed away on March 22, 2020 at the age of 91.

Agnes Bachwansky was born on August 17, 1928 to Mike and Dana Bachwansky in Regina, Saskatchewan and was the youngest of seven girls. She died peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at Advantage Living Center in Redford, MI She is survived by many nieces,...

Bernard Ringwelski

Bernard Ringwelski

Mar 21, 2020

Bernard Ringwelski passed away at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Janene. Loving father of Anthony (Sue) and Rebecca. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Joan Virginia Handrinos

Joan Virginia Handrinos

Mar 21, 2020

Joan Virginia Handrinos died Saturday, March 21, 2020. She was 90 years old. She was born Joan Delewsky in Detroit on Dec. 15, 1929 and graduated from Chadsey High School. She lived in the Detroit area for nearly her entire life, including more than 50 years in Southgate. In 1949, she married Constantine "Gust" Handrinos, who preceded her in...

Maureen R. Oelke

Maureen R. Oelke

Mar 21, 2020

Oelke, Maureen R. age 64 of Taylor passed away March 21, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Dearest sister of Patricia Guerra, Brian ( Jan ) Molloy, Nora ( Brian ) Snyder, the late Ben Heiden, the late Fred Heiden, and the late Katie Molloy. Also survived by many Nieces and Nephews. Maureen also leaves behind her loving...

Lori A Klavon

Lori A Klavon

Mar 21, 2020

The beautiful life of Lori (Lola) Ann Klavon peacefully ended on March 21, 2020 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her husband and two daughters. Her life began on December 24, 1965, to her parents Clara and Edward Beleski (deceased). Her marriage to her high-school sweetheart Matt Klavon was one filled with love, adventure, and a commitment...

Mary Roseann Sylvester

Mary Roseann Sylvester

Mar 20, 2020

Mary R. Sylvester age 76 of Taylor passed away March 20, 2020.

Beloved Mother of Samantha (William) Gideon and Brian Sylvester.  Dear Grandmother of Jake Sylvester, Celena Guajardo, Tommy Guajardo, Tenishia Sylvester, Derek Sylvester.  Precious Great grandmother of Aidon Sylvester, Chezney Sylvester and Derek Sylvester.  Mary loved her grandchildren, they were everything to her. She also loved...

Dorothy Wisniewski

Dorothy Wisniewski

Mar 18, 2020

Dorothy Wisniewski, age 99, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2020. Just five months shy of her 100th birthday.

Helen Blair Cumming

Helen Blair Cumming

Mar 18, 2020

Beloved wife of the late James. Loving mother of Catherine MacKenzie (Grant), Janet Nelson (the late Donald), Margaret Lloyd (Tom).  Dearest grandmother of James, Randal, Grant, Robert, Daniel, Jordan, Gillian, Meg and the late Emily. Also survived by 16 loving great-grandchildren.  Dear sister of Mary Frisch and Ann Penman. Helen enjoyed bowling, playing bridge and spending time on the...

Thomas Shomaker

Thomas Shomaker

Mar 17, 2020

Arrangements for cremation by the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home. Please be sure to sign the guest book and leave an online condolence to comfort the family.

Juanita Jewel Baker

Juanita Jewel Baker

Mar 14, 2020

Juanita Jewel Baker of Taylor, Michigan passed away on March 14, 2020 at the age of 80.

Beloved wife of the late Lindsey.

Loving mother of the late Tracy.

Most amazing and supportive grandmother of Nicole (Charles), Branden (Cassie), Trevor, and Amber (Justin).

Cherished great grandmother of Savannah, Charles, Camden, Brookelynne,...

Anthony Dionisi

Anthony Dionisi

Mar 14, 2020

Anthony Dionisi passed away peacefully on March 14, 2020 at the age of 59.

Dear brother of Sandy Stephens, Timothy Dionisi, Jim Dionisi, Kenneth Dionisi, Jacky Sirdan, Cheseray Dionisi, and the late Debra Harville.

Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Anthony worked for nearly 40 years as a truck driver.

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Barbara Ann Gracik

Barbara Ann Gracik

Mar 13, 2020

With children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren nearby; Barbara Ann Miller Gracik, 87, of Tawas City, MI, died March 13, 2020, at her daughter's home in Dearborn, MI.

She was born December 20, 1932, in Jackson, Michigan, the daughter of Evelyn O'Connor Miller and Herbert Hugh Miller. She was the oldest of 12 siblings. Barbara married Francis John Gracik...

June Rose Labenne

June Rose Labenne

Mar 11, 2020

June Rose LaBenne

June Rose  LaBenne passed away peacefully on March 11, 2020.

Loving wife of James for 55 years.

Beloved mother of Julie and John.

Grandmother of Elayna LaBenne and Great-grandmother of Charliegh.

Sister of Joyce, Judy and Jurrie and the late Leroy.

Loved to donate...

Paul Michael Magusin

Paul Michael Magusin

Mar 11, 2020

Paul Michael Magusin, 62 of Oklahoma, died March 11, 2020. Preceded in death by his wife Mary Kay Magusin and parents Paul J. & Cecilia Magusin. Survived by his siblings; Thomas (Neva), Daniel (Sharon), Catherine (Joe), John and James (Debby), and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held later, please check back or contact J.L. Peters Funeral Home,...

Michael John Ottlinger

Michael John Ottlinger

Mar 9, 2020

"Mike the barber"  Entered into rest on March 9, 2020. Age 78.  Mike is the beloved husband of Wanda for 51 years.  Loving father of Wendy Shene and the late Jennifer.  Dearest grandfather of Connor Shene.  Funeral service will be Sunday 6:00 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. 48124.  Visitation Sunday 1-8...

Barbara Ann Mastaw

Barbara Ann Mastaw

Mar 8, 2020

Loving mother of Christie Benoit (Cory). Dearest grandmother of Dominic, Jean-Luc and Leo. Dear sister of Gerri Smith, Cindy Bak (Michael) Susie McLamb (Bob) and the late Bobby Grodzicki and Kathy Genord.  Visitation Saturday 11:30 a.m. at St. Cunegunda Catholic Church 5900 St. Lawrence Street. Detroit, MI 48210. Funeral Liturgy 12:00 p.m.  Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. at the Dearborn...

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