Obituaries

Dec 9, 2023

Jeffrey Lawrence McDonald, age 64, a long-time resident of Taylor, Michigan, passed away peacefully at Henry Ford Hospice, Detroit, on December 9, 2023, with a good friend Mary Lakner at his side, after a lionhearted battle with cancer.

Jeff was born to Lawrence V. McDonald and Karen N. McDonald (nee Konkel) on June 28, 1959. After graduating...

Dec 7, 2023

Nick was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth, and is survived by his loving companion, Vera Kakares, and his four children, Mike (Vickie), Greg (Margaret), Matt, and Katherine and his grandchildren, Nicholas, Alexander, Maggie, and Allie. Brother of George (Joan).

Nick led a full life as an Air Force Intelligence Officer (spy) in the Korean War,...

Dec 6, 2023

David Gary Park, aged 68, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2023 in Livonia, Michigan, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.  He was born on August 21, 1955 in Cleveland, Ohio.  He grew up in Maple Heights, Ohio, and was a 1973 graduate of Maple Hts. High School.  He was a strong student and active in band and...

Dec 6, 2023

Russell Barrett, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at the age of 54 surrounded by his family. He was born February 18, 1969 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Doyle and Freda Barrett.

He owned and operated his own painting company. Russell had a love for music, especially for the Beatles, and was a Detroit Lions...

Dec 5, 2023

It is with heavy heart and great pain that I share the loss of my best friend and beautiful, loving soul, my sister Maxine Virgo Lipton at the age of 82.

Daughter of the late Louis and Celia Virgo, sister of Sam Virgo, Pat Virgo and Rosalie Virgo.

Wife of Harry Lipton, Aunt of Kevin...

Dec 5, 2023

Mike Alexander Husak of Taylor, Michigan went to be with the Lord on December 5, 2023.

Mike served in the United State Marine Corps and was a member of Saint Alfred Catholic Church.

Mike was predeceased by his wife Betty Husak of 59 years, his daughter Mary Fournier, his son Michael Husak and his granddaughter...

Dec 4, 2023

(1961-2023) Joe died December 4, 2023 peacefully in his home in Livonia, Michigan of complications from ALS. His fiancée Debbie Quandahl was by his side.

Joseph is survived by his fiancée, Deborah L. Quandahl of Livonia, MI.

Dearest brother of Thomas R. Pauly, (Kimberly) of Bellingham, WA, Christina M. Henshaw (Daniel) of Jenks, OK, John...

Dec 3, 2023

Angela Marie Novak, of Dearborn Heights, passed away on December 3, 2023. Angela is survived by sister, Andrea (Fernandez) Novak, nephew Diego Fernandez, and uncle, Aldo (Susan) Martin, and many cousins. She is preceded in death by her mother, Vera Novak, father John Novak, brother, Lawrence Novak, and her partner Bill Godwin.

Angela was an avid guitar...

Dec 1, 2023

Beloved daughter of the late John and Stella.  Loving sister of Jeanette Whiting (Larry) and the late Stephanie Plachta.  Dearest aunt of Jamie Warner (Brandon). Dear cousin of Danisa, Brenda, Donna, Craig, Cynthia and Carol.  Grandmother of Moe, Ali and Sam.  Kathleen was born and raised in Dearborn.  She was proud to be a graduate of Fordson High.  She...

Nov 29, 2023

Barbara Louise Malone, of Taylor Michigan, passed away on November 29, 2023 at the age of 86.

Beloved Wife of the late Jerry Malone.

Loving Mother of Cathy, Michael (Lynne) and Matthew.

Dear Grandmother of Leigh, Jonathan, Mike Jr., and Daniel.

Proud Great-grandmother of Maya, Lila, Luca, Isannah, and Evelyn.

Nov 26, 2023

Carol M. Mickel passed away on November 26, 2023 at the age of 72. Beloved mom of Jerry (Ginger) Mickel, and Kelly (Maureen) Mickel. Loving grandma of Jerry, Mandi, Christian, Riley, Kelly, Brooke, Charlie, and Violet. Dearest sister of Sally. Carol is preceded in death by her parents; Charles and Emma Cox, and her siblings; Mel, Tom, Ray, Kenny,...

Nov 26, 2023

Pameila R. Jones passed away on November 26, 2023 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Loving mother of Albert (Tina) Jones. Cherished grandmother of Ryan (Rachel) Jones, Adam Jones, and Brooke Jones. Great grandmother of Inez Ruth Jones. Dearest sister of Nadine. She will be deeply missed.

Visitation will be held Friday,...

Nov 26, 2023

Danny (Dan) Odell Partee, age 78, of Dearborn Heights MI, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 26, 2023.  He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Dan was an only child born to Gordon Odell Partee and Frances Lorene (Dillard) Partee of Arkansas on September 23, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan.  Dan graduated from Cooley...

Nov 25, 2023

CAMPONELLI, William Sr.   Age 57 of Taylor

Beloved Husband of Becky, for 34 years.

Loving Father of William Jr. (Brittany), Justin and Vincent (Ashley).

Dearest Pop-Pop of Abiageal, Izabella, Skylar, Ailey, Mia, Elizabeth, Alexandria and Zack.

Dear Brother of Guido Jr., Dino, Theressa, Gail and the late Joseph.

Precious...

Nov 25, 2023

Joel Nedzlek, age 70, passed away November 25, 2023.

Beloved husband of Shirley for 51 wonderful years. Proud father of Patrick (Michelle), Heather (Dwight) Baber, Christopher (Lisa), and Tiffany (Todd) Phillips. Caring grandfather of Zachary (Mackenzie), Ashley, Christopher, Lincoln, Peyton, Jackson, Mara, Alex, Mickey, and Izzie. Dear brother of Kevin (Dawn). Loved by many nieces, nephews, and...

Nov 24, 2023

DANNY LEE LINNE of Taylor, MI passed away on November 24, 2023 at the age of 72.

He was born on June 22, 1951 in Ypsilanti, MI. His mother, now deceased, was Dorothy (DOT) Linne and his father was Gerald Lother, with whom he never had the pleasure of meeting. He was raised with siblings; John Owens,...

Nov 24, 2023

Ellen M. Hess passed away on November 24, 2023 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Hess Jr. Loving mother of Lloyd (Leann) Andrews, and Angel Andrews. Cherished grandmother of Annalise Andrews, and Hayden Andrews.

She will be deeply missed.

Nov 22, 2023

Batista Mignani, age 94, passed away November 22, 2023.

Beloved husband of Margaret E. Sandusky Mignani for many years. Proud father of Carrie Bryans and Vicki Sandusky. Dear grandfather of Christine Bryans and great-grandfather of Devin.

Services for Batista will be held privately.

Nov 22, 2023

Marion A. Simmons passed away peacefully on November 22, 2023 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Leonard. Dear mother of Darlene (Richard) Kuhr and Richard (April) Simmons. Proud grandmother of 8, great-grandmother of 13, and great-great-grandmother of 11.

Marion taught Sunday School diligently for over 70 years. She also proudly served as league...

Nov 20, 2023

Ronald Kujawski passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023, at the age of 76.

Beloved husband of Nancy for 55 years. Proud father of Susan (David) Szewczul and Jeffrey (Christy) Kujawski. Caring grandfather of Sydney, Madison, Cody (Michaela), Tyler, Travis, Madison, and Matthew.

Great-grandfather of James. Dear brother of Christine (Tony), James, Charlene, and Janet...