Ellen Mary Beale
Jun 2, 2026
Ellen Mary Beale, of Novi, Michigan, died on June 2, 2026, at the age of 97. Ellen was born in 1928 in Detroit, Michigan, to Letitia (née Wangler) and Frank Daugherty. She grew up on the east side of Detroit, a place she carried with great pride throughout her life. Ellen was a dedicated wife, a loving mother, a beloved grandmother...
Carroll Lee Knight
Apr 9, 2026
Carroll Lee Knight, 91, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, at his home in Farmington Hills, Michigan.
Born on May 25, 1934, in Marion, Illinois, Carroll was the son of Robert and Dorothy Knight. A proud graduate of York High School in Elmhurst, Illinois, Class of 1952, Carroll excelled both academically and athletically, serving as captain of the football and...
Russell J. Monforton Jr.
May 25, 2026
Russell J. Monforton Jr., age 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family.
Russell was the beloved husband of Donna for 66 and a half wonderful years. Together they built a life centered on love, faith, and family. He was a devoted and dear father to Steven (Laura), Randy, and Danielle, and a proud grandfather to Nicholas, Brienne,...
Clifford Ray Thompson
May 17, 2026
Clifford Ray Thompson passed away on May 17th, 2026. He is survived by his wife Donna Thompson, three children Keith, David, and Christina, five grandchildren Cecilia, Charli, Shaelyn, Samuel, and Brendan, and his sister Joyce Carroll.
Cliff was born to Hazel and Harvey Thompson on July 7th, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan. He grew up in what was then rural Livonia, graduating...
Nancy Loran Wanchik
May 27, 2026
Nancy Loran Wanchik (nee Jackman), age 74, of Farmington Hills, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026. She was born on June 8, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, to Robert and Marion Jackman.
Nancy was truly one of a kind — creative, compassionate, intelligent, and endlessly generous with her time and love. A gifted artist and active member of the Detroit...
Victoria Louise Dean (Vicky)
May 24, 2026
Victoria Dean came to rest on May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. In keeping with her generous spirit and lifelong desire to help others, she made the selfless decision to donate her body to the Wayne State University Body Bequest Program. Through this incredible gift, her legacy lives on by supporting vital medical research and the...
Carmen Mae Klock
Apr 27, 2026
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Carmen Mae Klock. March 22, 1936 – April 27, 2026
Carmen Mae Klock, aged 90, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026. Born in York, Pennsylvania on March 22, 1936, Carmen was the cherished daughter of Hiram and Cornella Maile Groff. The family soon moved to Hershey, Pennsylvania where Carmen would grow up surrounded by the sweet allure of her hometown....
Helen M. McDonald
Jun 1, 2026
Helen M. McDonald (nee Woodward) of Novi
Age 84, Born: January 26, 1942 Passed away: June 1, 2026
Daughter of Owen & Aileen (Brady) Woodward
Preceded in death by her husband Leslie McDonald & Daughter Ann Michele Bergstrom.
She worked many years at Detroit Teachers Credit Union and Advantage One Credit Union.
She will be deeply missed by surviving family members: brother John (Valerie) Woodward...
Christine Anne Roznowski
May 31, 2026
Christine Ann Roznowski passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose kindness, faith, and determination touched the lives of all who knew her.
Christine was the beloved wife of the late John. She is survived by her five cherished sons: Mark; Jim (Janet); Mike...
Cyril James Nymberg
May 24, 2026
Cyril James Nymberg, Jr., age 86, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, in Farmington Hills, Michigan. He was born on September 13, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, and lived a life defined by unwavering devotion to his family, hard work, integrity, and craftsmanship.
Cyril was the beloved husband of the late Bonnie Nymberg, with whom he shared a lifetime of love...
Lawrence Burke
May 22, 2026
Lawrence Burke, age 87, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026. He was born on May 13, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Ruth (O'Reilly) Burke and Thomas Burke.
Lawrence was a devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend whose life was centered on faith, family, and helping others. A graduate of Bentley High School in Livonia, he...
Dennis James Thibodeau
May 20, 2026
Dennis James Thibodeau, 83, of Novi, Michigan, passed away May 20, 2026. Born July 21, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan, Dennis lived a life defined by loyalty, humor, and a deep love of community.
A proud Eagle Scout, Dennis attended Henry Ford Community College and devoted 30 years to Ford Motor Company as an Analyst. He was an avid car enthusiast who...
George Robert Zambiasi
May 19, 2026
George Robert Zambiasi, age 85, of Novi, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026. He was born on December 25, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, to George and Sally Zambiasi.
George lived a full and joyful life centered around faith, family, friendship, and community. A proud graduate of Bentley High School, he went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Michigan...
Robert “Bob” Webb
May 13, 2026
Robert “Bob” Terry Webb, age 79, of Novi, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026.
Bob was born on April 27, 1947, in Laurium, Michigan, to Dorothy M. Webb and Robert H. Webb. He lived a life defined by quiet strength, loyalty, hard work, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends.
For 60 wonderful years, Bob was the beloved husband...
John Alan Rioux
May 10, 2026
John Alan Rioux passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026 in his small group home, Francis House, in Granger, Indiana. John was a beloved husband, father and friend to many.
Born in Detroit, Michigan on March 18, 1943, to Elizabeth and Joseph Rioux, John grew up in a lively home with siblings Barbara, Joe, Jim, Jerry, and Jay. He attended St....
John L. Clinton
May 9, 2026
John L. Clinton, born in 1948, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026. He will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, dedication to family and country, and the kindness he showed to both people and animals throughout his life.
John served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War as a member of the 99th Infantry Brigade, known as “The...
Patricia Anne Zondlak
May 8, 2026
Patricia Anne Zondlak 1936 – 2026
Patricia Anne Zondlak, age 89, passed away on May 8, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Allen Zondlak, with whom she shared a marriage of 67 years of love and memories.
Patricia was the loving mother of Brian (Cindy) Zondlak, Linda (Joe) Zukowski, and Kevin (Denise) Zondlak. She was a proud and cherished grandmother to...
Truman Allan McLaughlin
May 5, 2026
Truman Allan McLaughlin, age 81, passed away on May 5, 2026, in Novi, Michigan. He was born on July 20, 1944, in Dearborn, Michigan.
Truman lived a full and active life, marked by dedication to his family, his country, and his profession. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for 20 years, demonstrating commitment, discipline, and honor throughout his...
William "Bill" Robert Gould
May 4, 2026
William “Bill” Robert Gould, age 92 of Novi, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026.
Bill was born in Exeter, Ontario, Canada, on June 9, 1933. He moved to Detroit, MI, with his mother, Lois Meehan, at age 13 and graduated from Cass Technical High School. Bill served two years in the Army beginning in 1953, then spent six...
