Michael Willemse
May 19, 2024
Michael Willemse, a longtime resident of South Lyon, passed away May 19, 2024, at Ann Arbor's U of M Hospital.
Mike was born April 6,1958, the son of Marlene and the late Cornelious, (Neil) Willemse.
Michael is survived by his wife Heidi, children: Kati, Nick, and Tyler (Jake), mother: Marlene, brothers: Ken (Sue) and Neal...
Irene M. Swisz
May 18, 2024
Irene Swisz was born on April 4, 1929 in Detroit, MI to Steve and Margaret Koshko. Beloved wife of the late Daniel Swisz. Loving mother of Daniel (Jeannette Frasson) Swisz, Donna (Jim) Crooks, Kim (Bob) Butkin, Sandy (Rod) Tomchick, Debbie (Chuck) Wojno, and Mark Swisz. Dearest sister of Gary (Mary) Koshko. Irene is also survived by 16 grandchildren and...
Arthur Frank Girard
May 17, 2024
Arthur F. Girard passed away on May 17, 2024 at the age of 86. Beloved husband of the late Carolyn for over 50 years. Loving father of Arthur (Beatrice) Girard. Cherished grandfather of Amanda (John), Christie (Dave), Crystal, Kathleen, Shawn, and Carolyn. Great grandfather of Connor, Isabella, Makenzie, Alyvia, Ashtin, and many more. Dearest brother of Rosalie McCray, and...
Betty Sciarrotta
May 17, 2024
Betty Sciarrotta passed away peacefully at home in Dearborn surrounded by her loving family on May 17, 2024 at the age of 89. She was born on April 24, 1935 in Kentucky to Frank and Bonnie Seat. Beloved wife of the late Tony. Loving mother of Janet (John) Jergovich, Donna Andrus, John (Leah) Sciarrotta, Frank Sciarrotta, Bonnie Sciarrotta, Joe (Pam)...
John Howard Dillon
May 17, 2024
John Howard Dillon passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 17, 2024 at the age of 69. He was born on November 25, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan to Shirley and Howard Dillon.
John is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 45 years, Debra. Dear brother of Elizabeth, Beverly (Larry), Bonnie (Bobby), and Patrick. Dear brother-in-law...
James "Jim" Buchanan
May 16, 2024
James "Jim" David Buchanan died peacefully at home on May 16th, 2024, at 76. He was born on October 7th, 1947, to the late James Buchanan and Betty Weidling.
James Buchanan, affectionately known as Jim, was the cherished husband of Thea Buchanan. He was a beloved father to Tracy (Kevin) Flint, Todd (Breanne) Buchanan, Chrissy (Rob) Hall,...
Clarice Jestice
May 16, 2024
Clarice Elizabeth Cook Jestice went to be with our Lord on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Dearborn, at the age of 84. She was born December 9, 1939, to the late Clarence and the late Eloise Cook. Dearest sister of the late Carlton and the late Clarence (Martha). Beloved wife of the late Charles Edward Jestice. Loving momma of...
Elaine M. Toth
May 14, 2024
Elaine M. Toth was born on a late summer's day on September 2, 1937, in Allen Park, Michigan, to Marion Nicholas and Charles Harrison. From a young age, Elaine learned the art of caring and sharing within her family. Her life took a fortuitous turn when she met Martin Toth. Their meeting was no accident; it was orchestrated by...
Shirley Ann Nichols
May 13, 2024
Shirley Ann Nichols passed away peacefully on May 13, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of Kristen (Kenneth) Griffin, Karen (John) Stewart, and Thomas (Marybeth) Nichols. Proud grandmother of Lindsay, Tommy, Kyle, Ashleigh, Kelsey, J.T., Ryan, and Colin. Great grandmother of Leo, Jack, and Connor. Shirley also leaves behind her lifelong friends, Tootsie Samosiuk and Camille...
Thomas Earl Smith
May 13, 2024
Funeral Mass will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 31, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 22430 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, 48124. Gathering from 10:30 a.m. Visitation Thursday 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Dearborn location of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 22546 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, 48124. Family Eulogy service Thursday 7:00 p.m. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park Cemetery,...
Sister Helen Marie Strawa
May 12, 2024
Sister Helen Marie Strawa. May 12, 2024. Visitation at the Felician Convent (36800 Schoolcraft Rd., Livonia) on Wednesday, May 15, 4-8pm. Funeral Mass at the convent on Thursday, May 16, at 11am. Gathering begins at 10am and prayers at 10:30am. Arrangements entrusted to the Dearborn Chapel of Howe-Peterson Funeral Home. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Â Donations may be made...
Evan Andrew Campbell
May 12, 2024
Evan Andrew Campbell of Dearborn was called to his Heavenly home on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at the age of 21.
Evan was born in Dearborn, Michigan on March 5, 2003, to his loving parents Mark and Amy Campbell. His life was a challenge from birth, having been born with Smith-Lemli-Opitz Syndrome resulting in severe developmental and...
Allen M. Ison
May 12, 2024
Allen M. Ison passed away on May 12, 2024 at the age of 69. Beloved husband of Theresa Ison for 50 years. Loving father of Serena Ison, Edwin (Rebekah) Ison, and the late Allen Ison II. Dear father in law of Jennifer Ison. Cherished grandfather of Kaden Ison, Korynn Ison, and Melina Ison; Step Grandfather of River, Riker, and...
Dwight Eugene Ray
May 11, 2024
Beloved husband of Jane. Loving father of Darcy, Michael, David, Randy and the late Roxanne. Also survived by his loving grandchildren Perry, Garrett, Nolan, Paige, Claire, Michael, Liza Jane, Jenna, Josh, Olivia, Jordan and great -grandfather of Amaia, Mila, Max and Noah. Dwight's Funeral service will be 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 15th at the Dearborn Location of the Howe-Peterson...
Thomas B. Simpson
May 10, 2024
Thomas "Tom" B. Simpson
(January 3, 1955 – May 10, 2024)
Tom Simpson passed away suddenly on May 10, 2024, at the age of 69, due to a heart attack. He never did marry but he is the beloved brother of Dick, John (Linda), and David (Jeanine) Simpson; adored uncle of Daniel (Lisa), Liz (Craig),...
Bruce Alan Hoffman
May 10, 2024
Bruce Alan Hoffman of Taylor, Michigan, passed away on May 10, 2024 at the age of 51. He was born on June 26, 1972.
Bruce cherished every moment spent with his two children, Mackenzie (Mike) Schoelles and Chandler Hoffman, and he took great pride in their achievements. Bruce's love for his children extended to his role as...
Linda Marie Stephan
May 9, 2024
Linda M. Stephan passed away on May 9, 2024 at the age of 70. Beloved mother of Dawn (Kenneth) McNeely, and Keith Bates. Loving grandmother of Jerome (Sara), Craig, Ryan, and Brandon. Great grandmother of 4. Dearest sister of Michael, Serena (Eric), April, Kim, Stacy, and Aaron. Cherished aunt of Tiffany, Trevor, Breanna, Brandy, Jason, and many more.
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Victoria Suzanne Keleman
May 9, 2024
Victoria Keleman passed away on May 9, 2024 at the age of 72.
Beloved wife of David for 54 wonderful years. Loving mother of Leanne Laginess, and Melanie (Eric) Swingle. Caring grandmother of Alicia, Brookelynn, Jenna, and Miranda. Cherished great grandmother of Darius, Rodney, Javonta, and Adrian. Dear sister of Debi Newton, and Billy (Carole) Wade. Dear...
James T. Crocker
May 8, 2024
James Thomas Crocker, 91, passed away on May 8, 2024. He was at home, his favorite place, surrounded by his loving family. Jim is survived by his beloved wife of seventy-one years, Marjorie H. Crocker. They were life time companions, who met in first grade, and never parted. Jim was predeceased by his cherished daughter, Kathleen Crocker Thompson, his...
Gary Penk
May 7, 2024
Beloved husband of Wendy. Loving father of Craig (Claudia), Bridget Muiruri (Erik Schnetzer) and Kristen Penk. Dearest grandfather of Zoe, Brendan and Alexandra. Dear brother of Susan (Tim) and the late John (Amy). Uncle of Lindsay and Steven. Retiree of Ford Motor Company. Gary cherished his time with his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren. He had a...
