Obituaries

Jul 25, 2023

Richard "Two Moons" Fortin, age 80 of Lincoln Park, died July 25, 2023. Preceded in death by his beloved parents Raymond and Margaret Fortin. Survived by his wife Barbara Sheffield-Fortin, daughter Susan (Chris) Rappuhn, sister Jean, and grandchildren; Derek, Lauren, Rebecca, and Noah. Along with many friends and family also survive. His greatest love was 18th-century Native American reenacting....

Jul 22, 2023

Baby Iris and Zane Umlah were born sleeping on July 22, 2023. Loved by their parents; Ariel and Christopher Umlah. Cherished siblings of Allyson, Christopher, Jennifer, and Maverick.

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Jul 22, 2023

Ray Sullins passed away on July 22, 2023 at the age of 68. He is survived by the love of his life, Lisa Sullins, for over 30 years. Beloved Father of Coco (Anthony) Miller, Billy Sullins, Danielle (Kyle Kopicki) Brown, and Leann Sullins. Loving Papa of Mia Brown, Joseph Noffke, Kennedy West, Marley West, Lukas Harris, Asher Harris, and...

Jul 20, 2023

Robert Bartlett passed away on July 20, 2023. Robert found joy in the simple things in life. Hitting the golf course and simply relaxing is what he was passionate about and found joy in. He will be missed deeply.

Jul 19, 2023

Billy E. Buie passed away at his home on July 19, 2023 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Rosemary. Loving father of the late Bill (Pat), Donald (Sandy), and Gerry. Proud grandfather of Erin (Mike) Consanti and Christa (Jeremy) Oliver. Great-grandfather of Braydon, Ava, Olivia, and Sophia. Billy is also survived by his brothers, Benny and Jesse....

Jul 17, 2023

Jessika Ann Mansfield

Baby Girl, Sister, Tia, Niece, Cousin and Great Friend.

Jess age 30 left us unexpectedly mid July 2023, in Taylor Michigan. Her memory will never leave us and will live forever in our hearts. She brightened any room she walked into. She loved her Michigan State Spartans and the game of softball....

Jul 16, 2023

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

Jul 16, 2023

Michael died on July 16 after  bravely battling cancer since 2019.  He was a true testament to LIVING with a terminal illness.  Cancer, may have been the only thing that never  controlled him in his life. He lived everyday actively until his death. The terminal cancer allowed him the opportunity to embrace life.  Michael proudly retired from Blue Cross...

Jul 16, 2023

Leonard Michael Kapanowski, known to his loved ones as Mike, passed away on July 16, 2023, in Wyandotte, MI, at the age of 67. He was born on September 22, 1955, in Detroit, MI. Mike was a kind and caring man, known for his generosity and compassion.

Mike is survived by his beloved wife Janet Kapanowski, sister,...

Jul 15, 2023

Deborah Jean Pitts, age 56, passed away July 15, 2023.

Beloved wife of Jeffery Pitts for 34 devoted years. Mother of Heather Humphrey, Dustin Hill, and Christian Hill. Dear sister, aunt, and friend to many.

Deborah, above all, was a fighter. She suffered for many years and stood tall to the pain as it came....

Jul 15, 2023

John Girard Phillips, age 95, passed away July 15, 2023.

Beloved husband of Maureen. Proud father of John (Cathy), Girard (Wendy), Paula (Gary), David and the late Michael, Kevin, Andrew, and Thomas. Caring grandfather of 10, great-grandfather of 7, and great-great-grandfather of 1. Dear uncle to many. Preceded in death by his 5 siblings.

John...

Jul 14, 2023

Eileen Yvonne Scharfenaker (nee Miskall), age 97, originally of East Liverpool, Ohio, passed away July 14, 2023.

Beloved wife of the late William Joseph Scharfenaker for 25+ wonderful years. Proud mother of Cynthia (the late Jim Gehle and Larry Slusher), Mark (Sarah), Curtis, Keith, and Karen (Mark) Hartstein. Caring grandmother of Kyle, Claire, Molly, Ellis, Ana, David,...

Jul 13, 2023

On July 13, 2023, Dorothy (Zagel) Sproul entered the rest given to her by the grace of God. She was born December 17, 1932 to Rev. Herman and Irmgard Zagel, both of whom came from families with a rich history of providing the church with faithful pastors, teachers, musicians, and parish workers. Her siblings are Marjorie Murken (Robert), the...

Jul 13, 2023

Thomas H. Morrison passed away on July 13, 2023 at the age of 92.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 19, 2023 from 11:00am-2:00pm and the Funeral Service will begin at 2:00pm located at Howe-Peterson Funeral Home 9800 Telegraph Rd. Taylor, MI 48180. Thomas will be interred at Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery in Flat Rock, MI.

Jul 12, 2023

Beloved husband of the late Nancy. Loving father of George Jr. (Katy), Donald (Mabel), Ellen Warren (Joe) . Dearest grandfather of Nancy and Garry. Dear brother of Carol Dazy and uncle of Kevin Dazy and Kristen Walters.

Jul 12, 2023

ULIN, Phyllis     Age 92, of Taylor

Beloved Wife of the late Kenneth, for 61 years.

Loving Mother of Kenneth Jr. (Pat), Sandy (Bernie), Laura Moran and daughter-in-law Barbara.  Predeceased by daughter; Mary Lou Minton and sons; Philip and Mike.

Dearest Grandmother of Lori, Ken III, Guido, Phil Jr., Nathan, Stephanie, Jim, Christopher and...

Jul 10, 2023

Maria Olga Zavaleta (Marroquin) from Raymondville, Texas. Born to Sofia Montez and stepfather Juan Ledesma. Preceded in death by her brothers Joel Ledesma and Neri Marroquin. Surviving brothers are Benito Marroquin (Rose), Jose Luis Ledesma (Catalina), Roel Ledesma (Teresita), Noel Ledesma (Maria). Survived by her beloved husband Rolando Zalvaleta, and children Lisa Lakin (Kevin)(Brent) and Tammy Thibodeau (Scot). Beloved...

Jul 10, 2023

David-Allen "Shadow" Thomas Wegrzyn, age 35, passed away July 10, 2023.

Beloved husband of Samantha for 11 years. Proud dad of Jade and Amber. Cherished son of Larry Wegrzyn and Kathleen Goodgall. Dear brother of Nikki Dreher.

David-Allen was a man with many facets to his life. Riding his beloved Harley was his lifestyle. He...

Jul 8, 2023

Sister Mary Anita, (Irene Niemiec) Entered into rest on July 08, 2023. Funeral Liturgy 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 11th at the Felician Convent, 36800 Schoolcraft Road; Livonia, viewing from 10:00 a.m. and prayer service at 10:30 a.m.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Felician Sisters Retirement Fund. Visitation Monday 3:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Felician Convent....

Jul 7, 2023

LAEMMEL, John      Age 67 of Taylor

Beloved Husband of Sandra, for 47 years.

Loving Father of John (Kristin) and Julie (Justin) Watts.

Dearest  Papa of Jenna, Lily, Justin Jr. and Destiny

Dear Brother of Thomas (Mary Jane), Robert (Patricia), Jerry "Rocky", Penny (Tommy) and the late Bonnie and James.

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