Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Wayne county

Phyllis Brim

Phyllis Brim

Aug 2, 2026

So, I’ve gone to look for Doug, but where should I start

Our lives together included so many wonderful places and memories, at which one will I find my one and only sweetheart

We first met in Geology class at University of Buffalo, surely that’s where you’ll be waiting

But all I found was the old coat you used to keep my shoes...

Pastor Jeanne Buzzeo

Pastor Jeanne Buzzeo

Aug 1, 2026

Pastor Jeanne A. Buzzeo, age 95, of Dearborn, Michigan, passed on August 1st, 2026, surrounded by her family.

A visitation and service for Jeanne will take place on August 9th at the Word of Faith Fellowship Church. Visitation will begin at 9:45am and continue until 10:15am. A funeral service will follow at 10:15am.

Lawrence L. Kliemann Jr.

Lawrence L. Kliemann Jr.

Jul 31, 2026

Lawrence L. Kliemann Jr. born September 9th, 1935, to Lawrence Sr. and Emma of Dearborn Mi., where he was raised. He went to William Clay Ford Elementary, Lowery Jr. High and Fordson High School. He started his working career as most boys in the 1940’s, as a paper boy, later at Brown’s Fish & Chips where he bussed tables and...

Mary G. Evola

Mary G. Evola

Jul 30, 2026

Evola, Mary G. Entered into rest on July 30th, 2026. Age 91. Loving wife of the late Paolo. Cherished daughter of Andrew and Frances Todaro and loving step-daughter of Albert Rozzisi. Loving mother of Kathryn (Gaspare) Dara, Salvatore (Wendy) Evola, Frances (Jeff) Evola, Paula (Jeff) Zygila and the late Salvatore Evola. Dearest Nonna of Frank, Paolo (Karisa), Jonathan, Thomas and...

Elaine Marie Kless

Elaine Marie Kless

Jul 29, 2026

Obituary to come.

Melvin Leroy Moden Jr.

Melvin Leroy Moden Jr.

Jul 29, 2026

Melvin Leroy Moden Jr., age 50, passed away on July 29, 2026, just days before his 51st birthday. He was born on August 3, 1975.

Melvin was the beloved son of the late Linda Moden and the late Melvin Leroy Moden Sr. He is survived by his stepfather, James Williams; older brother, Richard Moden; his half-sisters, Tamara Honeycutt and Rebecca Ballard;...

Ronnie Chandler

Ronnie Chandler

Jul 28, 2026

Ronnie L. Chandler passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, knowing he was deeply loved by his family and friends.

Ron was born on July 6, 1944 in Dearborn, MI, the son of the late Joe and Hazel Chandler.

Growing up Ron's love of baseball led him to pursue a professional career as a pitcher. From 1963 to 1970, he played in...

Peter Nicols Jr.

Peter Nicols Jr.

Jul 28, 2026

Peter Nicols Jr. passed away on July 28, 2026.

Private services entrusted to Howe-Peterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services. 

Mark Alan Hintz

Mark Alan Hintz

Jul 26, 2026

Mark Alan Hintz

August 27, 1960 — July 26, 2026

Mark Alan Hintz, age 65, formerly of Rudyard, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026.

Born on August 27, 1960, Mark grew up in the Eastern Upper Peninsula (EUP) and graduated from Rudyard High School with the Class of 1978. Following graduation, he proudly entered the U.S. Army and was stationed in...

Elicia Rodriguez

Elicia Rodriguez

Jul 26, 2026

Obituary to come. 

Bernadine Mistor

Bernadine Mistor

Jul 25, 2026

Bernadine Geraldine Mistor, age 86, of Dearborn, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on April 13, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, Bernadine was the beloved daughter of Mary and Simon Kwiecien and the second of seven children. She attended St. Andrew High School in Detroit, earned her Bachelor’s degree from Wayne State University, and...

Gloria G. Witt

Gloria G. Witt

Jul 23, 2026

Gloria G. Witt, 74, of Dearborn, passed away on July 23, 2026. She was born in Wyandotte on January 5, 1952, the daughter of Eugene and Theresa Rice.

Gloria leaves behind three loving children, Rebecca Howard, John (Tori) Audritsh, and Zack Witt, 5 grandchildren, Sydney (Mackenzie) Mitchell, Hunter (Murad) Rashdan, Johnny Audritsh, Avery Audritsh, and Delilah Witt, and two great grandchildren,...

John Joseph Miller

John Joseph Miller

Jul 21, 2026

John Joseph Miller, Sr., age 78, of Dearborn Heights, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 21, 2026.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, John lived most of his life in Dearborn, Michigan, building a rich life centered around family, humor, and a deep appreciation for good company.

John served for four years in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War,...

Stanley Leo Dalton

Stanley Leo Dalton

Jul 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stan Dalton, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, who left this world peacefully at his home on July 20, 2026, following a courageous battle with liver cancer. Born on December 23, 1954, in the serene town of Tampa, Florida, Stan's life was a...

Marilyn Ann Madlinger

Marilyn Ann Madlinger

Jul 20, 2026

Marilyn Madlinger, 93, of Dearborn, Michigan, formerly a longtime resident of Milford, Michigan, passed away on July 20, 2026.

Born in 1933, Michigan, Marilyn was the daughter of the late Carl and Ruth (Deloney) Moore. She grew up in Wayne, graduating from Wayne High School in 1950 before continuing her education at Cleary College where she studied Medical Secretarial Training. She...

Lisa Gay Winningham-Smith

Lisa Gay Winningham-Smith

Jul 18, 2026

Lisa Gay Winningham-Smith, loving wife of Mike. Married December 17, 1991. Born February 24, 1960 to Will A. and Patricia Ann Winningham. Lisa was the 4th oldest of 6 daughters. Sister of Rita, Teresa, Anita, Denise and Shelly. 

Preceded in death by her husband Mike, parents Will and Patricia, and oldest sister Rita. Lisa made this life a brighter place for...

Steven Nicholas Wicker

Steven Nicholas Wicker

Jul 17, 2026

Steven Nicholas Wicker was born in Atlanta, Georgia on October 7, 1995, to Steven R. Wicker and Tammy Wicker of Dearborn Heights, Michigan.

Nicholas and family relocated to the Upper Peninsula and resided in Norway, Michigan where he played several sports starting from Norway middle school to Norway high school. During this time, he participated in cross country, track and field,...

Landon Lee Long

Landon Lee Long

Jul 17, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Landon Lee Long, who passed away on July 17, 2026.

Landon is the loving son of Victor and Maria Long. Brother of Emma, Izabella, Haley, Victor, and Leeland, along with other family members who will cherish his memory forever.

Private services entrusted to Howe-Peterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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