Obituaries

Apr 16, 2018

Calvin Seccombe of Dearborn, passed away April 16, 2018 age 81. Beloved husband of Pat. Loving father of Karen Stroud, Wayne and Dana, Adam and Susan, Douglas and Sue. Cherished grandfather of Chris, Adam, Ryan and Jillian, Cody and Shauni, Sean, Kellie, Lily, Megan, Noah, Claire and Jaiden.  Dear brother of Violet King and the late Robert. Calvin was...

Apr 14, 2018

Benjamin Dale Miller III Beloved Son of Maureen Wilson and Benjamin Miller Jr. Loving Brother of Danielle Dorris Proud Uncle of Deanna Dorris and Cicely Dorris Great Uncle of Austin Turner, Christopher Turner and Brooklynn Kakos Dear Nephew of Charlotte Spaman-Holland Owner and Operator of Franklin Heating and Cooling In Lieu of flower please make donations to the family

Apr 14, 2018

Joseph "Xidja" Micallef, 69, passed away April 14th, 2018 in Trenton, Michigan. Beloved by his wife of 47 years, Carmen. Loving father to Catherina (Ceasar) Perez, Sandra (Juan) Chavarria, Cina (Jesus) Reyez-Garay, and Jose Nino. Dearest grandfather to Johnathan (Erica) Nino, Christian (Jamie) Reyez-Garay, Carmen Chavarria, Juan Chavarria, Jordan Reyez-Garay, Joseph Reyez-Garay, Andrew Nino, Adrian Nino, and Sarah Nino. Caring...

Apr 12, 2018

Ronald Allen, of Taylor MI, passed away Thursday, April 12, 2018 at the age of 76. Beloved Husband of Kathleen for 56 years. Loving Father of David (Holly), Laura (Todd) Suspeck, and Christine (Michael) Allen-Carlson. Dearest Grandfather of Rachel (Jonathan), Daniel, Ian, Timothy, Ava, and Monica. Sweetest Great Grandfather of Corbin and Grayson. First day of Visitation will be held...

Apr 11, 2018

Beatrice Margaret VanBuhler, 98 years young, passed away on April 11, 2018. Beatrice was born in Wyandotte, Michigan. She was an only child and married Russell(deceased, 2007) on August 23, 1940 and was absorbed into his loving family of 9 siblings whom she shared many years of large family gatherings. Beatrice lived most of her life in Taylor, Michigan...

Apr 11, 2018

Marilyn Joan Blanch Marilyn Blanch passed away April 11, 2018 at age 92. Beloved wife of the late Edward James Blanch, for 66 years. Loving mother of Susan (Paul) Meister, Edward (Connie) Blanch, Karen (Trevor) Page, Mary (John) Smyth, and Ellen Blanch. Proud grandmother of Katherine & Carolyn Meister; Colleen & Edward Blanch; Claire, Jacob...

Apr 11, 2018

Beloved husband of the late Bernice. Dearest father of Alfred Jr. (Renee), Theresa (Lloyd) Thomas, Richard, Patty Fawaz and the late Hazel. Loving grandfather and great-grandfather. Memorial gathering will take place at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road, Taylor, Mi on Friday, April 20th, from 3:00 untli 8:00. Memorial service will be on Saturday,...

Apr 10, 2018

James E. Frasier, age 80 of Lincoln Park passed away peacefully April 10, 2018. Preceded in death by his parents Elbert and Dorothy Frasier. Survived by his loving wife Joan, his children Kim (Dwayne) Newsome, Debbie (Stew) Howell and James (Sandy) Frasier. Six grandchildren; Brandon Newsome, Steven Newsome, Jimmy Howell, Sammi Howell, Courtney Newsome and Emmalee Frasier. Jim was...

Apr 10, 2018

Beloved son of Holly Hensley. Loving brother to Kimberly Kepke, Michael Runions (Mindy) and Misty Jordan (Chris). Dearest grandson of Verna LeBlanc. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Thursday, April 12th, from 4:00 until 8:00 and also on Friday, April 13th, from 3:00 until 8:00 at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800...

Apr 10, 2018

Maria Del Rosario De Alba, of Romulus, passed away peacefully in her home April 10th, 2018. She joins her husband Juan in eternal rest. Beloved mother of Arnulfo, Margarita, Beto, Gloria, Tere, Martin, and Mona. Cherished grandmother to Mary, Chachin, Lizzy, Alex, Joey, Adelita, Josue, Chuyito, Julissa, Jessica, Armando, Daisy, Krystal, Angelito, Sandy, Wendy, Charlie, Vanessa, Nathaly, Martincito, Esteban, Andrea,...

Apr 10, 2018

Louis Samuel Lapham

Louis (Lou) Samuel Lapham was born January 16th, 1949, continuing the Lapham legacy in Dearborn, Michigan. A man who honored his heritage, Lou spoke proudly of the historical impact his family had on the creation of the city.

Those with the fortune to know him will say that Lou's passion for sharing his wealth...

Apr 10, 2018

Mildred I. Reyst of Dearborn, passed away April 10, 2018 at age 99. Beloved wife of the late Arie. Loving mother of Beverly Tharp, (the late) Kathleen Reyst, Lynda Klema. Also leaves behind many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Visitation Monday, April 16, from 11 am to 12:30 pm at Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, Dearborn Chapel, followed by...

Apr 9, 2018

Beloved husband of Catherine. Loving father of Cristy Evans (Steve), Beth King, Jennifer Gregory (Dave), Heather Bowen and Sarah King. Dear brother of Larry King and the late Kenny King. Dearest grandfather of Lindsey (Scott), Cody, Shaylee, Emily, Patrick, Olivia, Alton and Lexi. Loving great-grandfather of Amelia. Visitation will be on Thursday, April 12th, from 5:00 until 9:00pm at the...

Apr 8, 2018

Mary F. Erickson, 89, passed away April 8th, 2018 at her home in Taylor, Michigan. She joins her beloved husband, Roland, in everlasting peace. She was the dearest mother of Cheryl (Randy) Twigg, Cindy (Mark) Ballard, Lawrence (Debbie), Kevin (Lisa), Frances (Paul) Phillips, Kara (Mitch) Simmons, Leaia (Mike) LaVegue, Trina (Steve) Pittman, and Stacey (Sandy). Loving grandmother of 18 and...

Apr 8, 2018

Eugene Flecker Age 96, of Dearborn, passed away on April 8 , 2018.  Devoted and loving husband of 70 years to the late Jean Flecker.  Predeceased by siblings Delores Howard, Freeman Flecker, Martha Teer  and Helen McClellan.  Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation at 10 am on Wednesday April 18 , 2018 followed by Funeral Mass at...

Apr 7, 2018

Ten Eyck, Janice A.  age 68, passed away April 7, 2018. Beloved mother of Brian Stone and Michael (Danli) Stone. Loving grandmother of William. A memorial gathering will take place, Saturday, April 21, 2018, from 1 pm to 9 pm, at the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, Dearborn Chapel.

Apr 6, 2018

WILLIAM E. KRAMER

July 11, 1934   - April 6, 2018

Life Legacy

Bill met Mary Lou in 1956 when she was a student at Marygrove College, just down the street from Bill's alma mater U of D  College. His first job was in Erie, PA and soon...

Apr 6, 2018

Wickman, Geraldine E. age 80 of Livonia passed away April 6, 2018. She was part of the first graduating class of Edsel Ford High School.  Class of 1956. Beloved wife of the late Jeffrey. Loving mother of Jeffrey (Heather) and the late Brian. Dear sister of Orzelie LaJoice and Barbara Schemanske. Predeceased by siblings Virginia...

Apr 5, 2018

Ronald Joel Harworth, 76 year old former Marine who served in Vietnam and retired Dearborn Police Officer, passed peacefully on April 5th after a tough 6 year battle with Multiple Myeloma & Scleroderma.  Ron not only served his country and community, but lived his life with a huge servants heart.  His family, friends and acquaintances were often overwhelmed by...

Apr 5, 2018

Roger L.  Boskey Age 72 Roger L. Boskey was a dear brother and friend to many and an awesome uncle to several nieces, nephews, including  great and great-great nieces and nephews.  He is brother of Walter and the late Ruth Crumb, Sylvia Sitter and Ronald.  Awesome uncle of Randy (Mary) Debra (Cliff), Robin, Glen and Kim.  Great-uncle to Randy (Tammy),...