Obituaries

Nov 19, 2025

Erek Farrell Adrian Smith passed away on November 19, 2025 at the age of 59.

Loving father of Rachael Smith, proud Papa to Wyatt and Wesley, son to Stanley and Coni Smith.

Erek LOVED classic cars and he used to take his 1969 Grand Prix to many car shows to show it off and he...

Nov 16, 2025

Mary Gallagher of Dearborn Heights, MI, passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 96 on November 16, 2025. In the week prior to and at the time of her passing, Mary was surrounded by many loving family members. Mary is survived by her sisters, Bridget "Gert" Gallagher, Catherine "Kathleen" McCarthy, and Evelyn Sheehan, and by her...

Nov 15, 2025

Marvin Louis Olkowski passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family at the age of 89.

Preceded in death by his loving wife Nancy, Loving father of Gary Olkowski, Steven (Donna) Olkowski, Leigh Olkowski, and Nancy Olkowski. Devoted grandfather to Troy, brother to Tom (Donna) Olkowski, and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be...

Nov 12, 2025

Margaret (Peggy) Graf passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025.

Loving wife of the late Daniel Graf for 59 wonderful years. Cherished mother of Diane (Alan) Lawrence, and David (Irina) Graf. Loving Grandma/Nana of Peter, Anton, Robert, Natalia, Katerina, and Margaret. Dear sister of Emory (Theresa) Pankas, Pam (Paul) Sujdak, and Donna (Matt) Sype and sister-in-law to...

Nov 12, 2025

Norman Earl Tank of Brownstown Mi, passed away on November 12, 2025 at the age of 85.

Loving brother of Nancy, Mary, Beverley, Harold, Edwin Jr., Johnnie, George, Mike, Frank and the Late Richard, Robert and Warren. He will be deeply missed by all.

Nov 12, 2025

James Richard Sears was as a Detroiter at heart. Born in the City of Detroit on November 2, 1945, he grew up in Delray with his mother Mary Sears and five siblings, Joe, Marion, Margaret, Vincent, and Barbara. Jim developed a deep attachment to Motown music and all Detroit sports teams – even the Lions before they could win...

Nov 12, 2025

Beloved husband of the late Kathleen. Loving father of Karin (Ben) Sanchez , Fred (Alyssa) Senczyszyn and Zachary (Wynston) Senczyszyn. Loving grandfather of Freddie and Jacob Senczyszyn. Dearest brother of Candy, Tonya, Tamara Barrales (Arturo), John (Aileen), and Taras. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.  Fred was a huge Detroit Sports fan. Loved watching Michigan Football,...

Nov 11, 2025

Gertrude "Cinch" Shank passed away on November 11, 2025 at the age of 70. Beloved wife of Douglas for 38 years. Loving stepmother of Tamara Shank and the late Tara Shank. Cherished step grandmother of Addison. Dearest sister of Douglas Bromley and Darrell Bromley. She is survived by many nieces and nephews.

Cinch was a beloved aunt...

Nov 10, 2025

John Sheridan Sr. passed away on November 10, 2025 at the age of 78. Loving husband of Katie for 31 years. Father of John Sheridan Jr and Christopher Sheridan. Brother of Maureen Webster and Thomas Sheridan. Uncle of Shannon Webster, Elizabeth Webster, Erin Webster, Shelby Sheridan, and Sean Sheridan. John is also survived by many loving extended family. Private...

Nov 9, 2025

Doris Ann Herrick passed away on November 9, 2025 at the age of 79. Beloved sister of Tom (Mary) Herrick, Judith Pattison, Richard (Pauline) Herrick, Kenneth (Claudia) Herrick, Shirley (Wayne) Collier, Sharon (Frank), and Sheila. She was survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her siblings Fred (Betty), Annice (Carol), Jane (Fred), George (Mary), Phil, Danny (Cassandra),...

Nov 9, 2025

Claudia K. McKinnon, age 76, of Dearborn, MI, passed away on November 9, 2025. Born in Wyandotte, she lived a life filled with laughter, generosity, and adventurous spirit. Claudia was the heart of her family — a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She had a gift for making people feel cared for, always offering warmth, humor,...

Nov 9, 2025

David Bowersox passed away on November 9, 2025 in Livonia, Michigan. Beloved husband for 53 years of Elizabeth, beloved father of Patricia Bowersox. He is survived by brother George Bowersox, nephews Nick Bowersox, Zack Bowersox and Ted Bowersox, sister-in- law Heather Kendall, brother - in -law Fred Post, niece and nephews and great nieces/nephews. He will be greatly missed....

Nov 8, 2025

Robert Borgman, known for his unmistakable voice, strong will, and unmatched craftsmanship, passed away on November 8, 2025 at the age of 64.

Born on October 26, 1961 in Detroit Mi, Robert grew into a man whose hands and heart were rarely still. A gifted carpenter and builder, he could turn a pile...

Nov 8, 2025

Roger Lee Miller, age 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8th, 2025 in the presence of his wife, Lenice. Roger is survived by his two sons, Darryl (Elizabeth) and Bryce (Lynn). His two granddaughters, Ella and Ivy, and step-granddaughter Lydia Mearing.

Raised in Dearborn, Roger grew up in the historic Springwells Park community with eldest brother ...

Nov 7, 2025

Josephine Angeline O'Brien (Montante) of Taylor, MI passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025. She was born in Detroit on February 7, 1934 to Michael and Rose Montante, who emigrated from Sicily in the early 1900's. She was raised in a loving family in Detroit with brothers Joe and Tony, and sister Frances (Fran).

Josie graduated from...

Nov 4, 2025

David Paul Fraunfelter passed away on November 4, 2025 at the age of 84.

Loving husband of the Late Beverly. Dear father of Rob (Kathy), the Late Rodney, Huber, David (Johnnie) and James (Wanda). Beloved Grandfather of 11, Devon, Jared, Tisha, Jeremey, Glenna, David, Mary, Nick, Brianna, Tyler, Austin and Robin.  Great Grandfather of Mieke, Nathan, Jacob,...

Nov 4, 2025

Beloved Fiancé of Cheree Jermanus. Loving father of Rick Thorning (Bridget), Kelly Kern (Murril), Tracy Donaldson (Jeremy), Jaclyn Riggs and the late Kevin Thorning. Cherished son of the late Roy and Norma Jean Thorning. Former husband of Georginna Smith.  Dearest brother of Jeff Thorning, Michael Thorning, Jenna Thorning and the late Kevin Thorning, Bob Gallimore, Terry Gallimore and Dennis...

Nov 4, 2025

Larry Joe Roe, age 87, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, dedication, and quiet strength.

He was the loving husband of Mary Ann Roe, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and companionship.

Born to the late Theron Roe and Marguerite Reed, Larry was preceded in death by his brother Donald...

Nov 2, 2025

Rita Veronica Turpen, age 78, passed away Sunday evening in Garden City, Michigan, surrounded by the love of her family.

Rita was born to Rita and Mitchell Broilo on March 7, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan. In 1966, she married the love of her life, David Turpen, and together they shared more than forty years of marriage filled...

Nov 2, 2025

Daniel Lawrence Warner passed away peacefully at home at the age of 84

Beloved husband of Patricia for 59 wonderful years. Loving father of Natalie (Mark) Mijal, Michael Warner, and the late Cheryl Warner. Grandfather of Stephanie Warner-Caudill, Douglas Mijal and the late Sarah Warner. Great grandfather of Craig Nichols III.

Daniel, better known as...