Obituaries

Mar 22, 2024

Joseph August Oravec, 74, passed away on March 22nd, 2024 at his home in Dearborn.

Joe was born to August Joseph Oravec and Elizabeth Louise Kennedy on March 29, 1949 in Detroit Michigan.

Joe graduated from Wayne State University.  He retired in 2020 after a 46 year career in the College of Science. Joe made his mark at WSU leading efforts in...

Mar 20, 2024

His Legacy.... Tommy Lee Grisham, age 74 passed away in his home March 19, 2024. He was born in Arkansas on February 10, 1950 to Charles and Alta Grisham.

Tommy is survived by the love of his life, his wife Denise of 13 years. Tommy is survived by his children, Darla Gaydosh, Leeann (Adam) Dick, Aleena Grisham,...

Mar 19, 2024

LaGosh, George, age 86, of Dearborn, MI went home to claim his eternal reward on March 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.   Beloved husband of Lucinda (Krantz) for 63 years and devoted father of four: Vincent, Christine Jordan(Mike), Lindsay Schuetz(Bill), and Claire Kurtinaitis(Jeremey). George was the adored "Grandpa" of seven: Brett, Elizabeth, Ryan, Nicholas, Luke, Hannah, and Kathryn.  ...

Mar 16, 2024

Brenda Helton went home to Jesus on March 16, 2024 unexpectedly at the age of 68.

Brenda met her loving husband of 51 years, Lee Helton, at a church event in August of 1970.  They married on March 16, 1973 and went on to have two children, Elizabeth and James.

In addition to being a...

Mar 15, 2024

Beloved wife of the late Melvin. Loving mother of Patricia (Ernie) Martin, Alice (Larry) Walters and Karen (Ron) Wensley. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 16 great -grandchildren. Dolores was a dedicated mother to her three loving children. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was a friend to all.  Dolores spent many years working as...

Mar 15, 2024

Christopher Runions, age 19, a beacon of strength, loyalty, and love, departed this world on Friday March 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him. Born May 12, 2004, he was taken from us far too soon.

Though his time with us was brief, Chris lived a...

Mar 14, 2024

Beloved mother, grandmother, wife, sister and friend, Helen T. Szelc (Skolarus), passed away peacefully on Thursday March 14, 2024. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Richard Louis Szelc, her sister, Michaeline Drenzek (Joseph), and brothers Edward Skolarus (Wanda) and Stanley Skolarus (Julie). She is survived by her youngest brother, Frank Skolarus (Judy), her three children, Richard...

Mar 13, 2024

Patricia passed away on March 13, 2024 at the age of 74. Beloved wife of Gerald for 55 years. Loving mother of Sally (Don) Cicotte, Cathy (Bill) Vine, Joyce (David) Murray. Cherished grandmother of DJ (Sarah) Cicotte, Jerry (Emily) Cicotte, Justin Vine, Billy Vine, Cooper Murray, and Elizabeth Murray. Great grandmother of Leo, Jack, Ryder, and Lily Cicotte.

Mar 7, 2024

Beloved husband of the late Margaret and Dawn.  Loving father of Elizabeth (Marc) Rabinowitz, Susan (Chuck) Reinhardt, Karen (Peter) Ricoy and the late Robert Jr.  Dearest grandfather of Carmin, C.J., Alex, Emilie, Claire, Bella, Jeremy, Penelope, Amy and the late Glenn. Dear brother of Nancy Haney (Jack) and the late Bruce and Arthur. Retired after many years in the...

Mar 5, 2024

Terri Reber, beloved by all who knew her, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024 at the age of 63. Terri will be remembered for her infectious smile, contagious laughter, and graceful dance moves that brightened every room she entered. Terri loved and cherished her 3 children, and her 2 beautiful grand babies.

Born March 31,1960 in...

Mar 5, 2024

Brian Ziga, Sr. passed away on March 5, 2024 at home. Beloved husband of Dolores for 56 years. Dear father of Brian, Jr. and Melissa.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 11am-12:30pm at the Dearborn location of Howe-Peterson Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will follow at 1:00pm at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church. Interment at...

Mar 5, 2024

RATLIFF-LEE, Debra  Age 65 of Farmington Hills

Mar 4, 2024

Marsha (Dusza) Movsesian passed away peacefully on March 4, 2024 with the love and support of family around her. Marsha was a long-time volunteer with various organizations in the Dearborn area, which included a 30+ year commitment to Meals On Wheels with her husband, Ruben. Marsha will be missed by many, including family, friends, and her close neighbors that...

Mar 4, 2024

Alice Clementine Nagy of Trenton MI, passed away on March 4, 2024 at the age of 82. She is survived by her loving husband Dennis Nagy. Dear Stepdaughter, Delena Fradl (George). Step grandchildren, Kyle Krueger, Kelli Krueger-Manning (Mark), and Kayla Laney. Alice is the last survivor of eight children, Carl Edward, Irene Johnson, Jeanette Johnson, Phyllis Estelle Johnson, Victoria...

Mar 3, 2024

Antonio was born to Arcangelo and Filomena on September 23,1947, in Frosinone, Italy. Beloved husband of Patricia for 55 years. Devoted father to Steve (Amy) and Robert (Christina). Loving Nonno to Erin, Vinnie, Dominic, and Cassie. Uncle of Deanna (Kenneth) Rowe. Brother of Iolanda. He also leaves behind Lily, his cherished four legged friend. Antonio loved his garden, especially...

Mar 2, 2024

James Bryant

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Evans Bryant a beloved husband, father, and grandfather on March 2, 2024, at the age of 83.

He was born on August 7, 1940, in Wrigley, TN to Verna Dee and Lawrence Bryant. James graduated from Lewis County High School in...

Mar 2, 2024

PALMQUIST, ARLENE E. (nee Thornwald); passed away March 2, 2024; age 96; formerly of Dearborn, MI and Chicago, IL

In loving memory of our Mother, Arlene Eleanore (Thornwald) Palmquist, Age 96.

Arlene was born February 16, 1928, in Chicago, IL at the Swedish Covenant Hospital to David (1890-1981) and Elna (1890-1983) Thornwald who had both...

Mar 1, 2024

Patrick J. "Pokey" Tajak passed away on March 1, 2024 in Whitmore lake, MI. He was 76 years old. He was born on October 1st, 1947 at Grace Hospital in Detroit to his parents, Emil and Carol Tajak.

Pokey graduated from Dearborn High School in 1965 and honorably served in the U.S. Army from 1967-1969. He served...

Mar 1, 2024

Kelly Ray Barker passed away unexpectedly at the age of 51.

Beloved husband of Michelle

Loving son of Zena Rivers and the late Thomas Barker, Step son of Ken Rivers

Brother of James Barker, Linda Clark, Paul Barker and the late Thomas Bruce Barker.

Son in-law of Roger Anderson and the...

Mar 1, 2024

Michael Crossman, of Lincoln Park, MI, passed away on March 1, 2024 at the age of 66. Beloved father of Michael Carney (Ronni), and Eric Jerome. Cherished grandfather of Ryan Michael, Savannah Grace, Joseph Steven, and Davon Michael. Loving brother of Janine (the late Danny) Linne, Russel (Sharon) Crossman, Jonathan (Linda) Crossman, Phillip (Sheri) Crossman, and Patrick (Michelle) Crossman....