Obituaries

Aug 18, 2026

Mary Janet Grant, age 87, was born on December 16, 1938, in Toledo, Ohio, to Henry V. and Mary (Gilbert) Boyer. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters Ann (Fred) King and Pamela Wunderlin; and her brother Henry Boyer.

Janet graduated from Central Catholic High School in Toledo and attended the University of Toledo for two years. Prior...

Aug 16, 2026

Maureen Ann (Cronin) Strachan, 71, of Canton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, with her son and daughter by her side holding her hand.

Maureen was born on July 24, 1955, in Great Lakes, Illinois, to Charles W. Cronin Jr. and Priscilla R. (Cassidy) Cronin.

Maureen worked for the State of Michigan for 45 years before retiring. Throughout her life,...

Aug 15, 2026

On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Henry “Jim” Rozwood completed his journey here on Earth. Surrounded by his loved ones, Jim passed peacefully and went home to be with the Lord.

Jim was a proud Detroit native—born, raised, and a lifelong resident of the city he deeply loved. As the son of Polish immigrants, he carried his heritage with great pride. He...

Aug 14, 2026

Wayne Cummins went to be with the Lord August 14th, 2026.

He was the greatest husband and family man.

He was so good with his hands at everything he did from carpentry, landscaping, building, steel factory, outdoors, nature and whatever anyone wanted in his community. Made sure his wife, April, had anything and everything. He is survived by his Wife, April, his...

Aug 14, 2026

Robert “Bob” Edward Smith, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and faithful servant of God, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, surrounded by his family in Dearborn, Michigan. He was born on January 6, 1944.

Bob proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force from 1962 to 1966 and later continued his military service...

Aug 13, 2026

Michael G. Fruehauf was born on August 22, 1947 at the Mt. Carmel Hospital in Detroit to Richard and Gertaline Fruehauf. Sadly, he passed away alone in his Dearborn, MI home on August 13, 2026.

Michael is survived by his two younger brothers, Fred and Gary.

Mike had attended Snow elementary school and then Edsel Ford High School in Dearborn, as well.

Mike...

Aug 13, 2026

Obituary Coming Soon.

Aug 13, 2026

Jerry “Ziggy” Sienkiewicz, 81, passed away on August 13, 2026, after a brave battle with cancer.

Jerry was born in 1944 in Dearborn, Michigan. He attended the University of Detroit School of Architecture, graduating with honors on a full scholarship.

His professional career began in 1971 with an internship, formerly known as Smith, Hinchman & Grylls, a major American architectural, engineering, and...

Aug 12, 2026

Gary John Donahue 1952-2026

Gary John Donahue, 74, of Taylor, Michigan, died in Detroit, Michigan on August 12, 2026.

He was born in Detroit on February 14th, 1952, to parents Elizabeth Joyce and John William Donahue. He attended school in Taylor, acquiring his GED and 2 years of college. He worked as a welder, silk screener and janitor throughout his career.

Gary loved...

Aug 12, 2026

Katherine Ann Porach, beloved partner, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on August 12, 2026. She is leaving behind a lifetime of love and cherished memories.

Born on June 11, 1944, Kathy grew up in Detroit and graduated from Visitation High School in 1962. She went on to build a fulfilling career with the National Labor Relations Board, where she began...

Aug 11, 2026

Dennis Michael Stover, age 79, of Warren, Michigan, passed away on August 11, 2026.Dennis was a loving and caring father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Dorothy, and his sister, Sherry.He is survived by his five children: Michael, Kimberly, Tamara, Jennifer, and Holli; 18 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.Dennis worked for General Motors for...

Aug 9, 2026

Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother Betty Jane Kral. Betty passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Born May 19, 1935, to Frank and Helen Maytas, Betty was the loving mother of Sherri, Glen (Laura), and the late Edward; grandmother of Amanda (Luke), Nicholas, Sarah (Peyton), Brett, the late...

Aug 8, 2026

Richard “Rick” Nelson, age 68, passed away on August 8, 2026 at Corewell Hospital, in Trenton, MI . He was born on February 20, 1958 to Orval and Hazel (nee Simonson) Nelson. He was a 1976 graduate of Truman High School. Richard worked in construction, demonstrating strong leadership, problem solving skills and a love for teaching others. He married Lisa...

Aug 7, 2026

Private interment entrusted to the Dearborn Location of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services. 

Aug 6, 2026

Full obituary to come.

Aug 6, 2026

Cynthia Grace Severyn-Gren, age 74

Passed away on August 6, 2026, at Hampton Manor Assisted Living in Taylor, Michigan.

Born on May 27, 1952 in Detroit, Cynthia dedicated much of her professional life to the University of Michigan Hospital, where she was a Financial Senior Manager. She also shared her knowledge by teaching classes in medical coding.

Cynthia was a graduate of St....

Aug 4, 2026

Aug 4, 2026

Beloved son of the late LeRoy and Barbara. Loving brother of Linda Lentz, Sharon Brown and the late Michael Laratonda. Dearest uncle of Jeff, Angela and Rebecca Lentz and Randal Brown.  Arrangements for private cremation entrusted to the Dearborn location of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services.  Inurnment will take place at Calvary Cemetery in Altoona, PA.

Aug 4, 2026

In Loving Memory of Brian Stark

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Stark, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, mentor, and friend whose kindness, compassion, and unwavering faith touched countless lives.

Brian is survived by his loving wife, Penny Stark; his son, Anthony Stark and his wife Jennifer; his daughter, Heather McKinney and her husband...

Aug 3, 2026

Full obituary to come.