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Recent Obituaries in Novi, MI
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Novi, MI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Helen Elizabeth Kirwan
Dec 30, 2024
Helen Elizabeth (Collins) Kirwan Age 89 December 30, 2024, Beloved wife of Honorable John Robert Kirwan for 54 years (preceded in death) and sister-in-law of Joseph (Mary Ellen) Kirwan. Beloved sister-in-law of Frank and Elizabeth Jeannette (Kirwan) Pinkelman. Loving mother of Mary Helyn, Kathleen (Brett) McMillen and Colleen (Michael) Brady. Dear Gammy of Johnny, Colleen, Kate, Patrick and Declan. Sister...
Alfredo Arzamendi Ricano
Dec 28, 2024
Alfredo Arzamendi Ricano March 29, 1951 – December 28, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alfredo Arzamendi Ricano on December 28, 2024, at the age of 73. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Alfredo leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and music that will forever be cherished by those who...
Ross Leonard Haight
Dec 26, 2024
Ross Leonard Haight (age 94), of White Lake, MI passed away peacefully, with family at his side on Thursday, December 26th, 2024. He is survived by his cherished children Patti (Ted) Tabeek and John Haight; beloved grandchildren Jennifer (Jacob) Ernst and Scott Tabeek; adored great granddaughters Lily and Emma Ernst; brother Roy (Joan) Haight; son-in-law; John Carbott, and several nieces...
William H. Clark
Dec 26, 2024
William ( Bill) Herbert Clark, Jr. was born in Detroit, MI on January 10, 1941. He was the oldest child of William & Mary Clark, growing up with his brother Richard & sister Patricia. Raised in the Detroit area, Bill went to Redford High and went on to serve four years in the United States Navy, attending both Center for...
Frank Andrew Gonda
Dec 25, 2024
Frank Andrew Gonda, Jr., 93, d. Dec 25. Son of Frank and Jessie, brother of Pat Gorski. Devoted husband to Eleanor (d. 1998) and Elizabeth (d. 2024). Proud father to Sue (Cay), Frank, & Terry (Kirsti); grandfather to Spencer, Kellen, & Tess; step dad to Randy (Tami),Toni (Bob), Terese (Dean), Jerry (Janice), Jeff (Lisa), and grandpa & great grandpa to...
Thomas Edward Murphy
Dec 23, 2024
Thomas Edward Murphy, 89, passed away suddenly on December 23, 2024, in Ann Arbor Michigan. Tom was born on July 24, 1935, in Highland Park, Michigan to Thomas and Catherine Murphy. Tom was the oldest of three children and attended Epiphany Catholic Grade School in Detroit. He had a brother Francis Murphy (dec 9/17/2000) and a sister Ann (Przybylski) (dec...
Barbara Ann Place
Dec 22, 2024
Obituary for Barbara Ann Place Barbara Ann Place, age 76, of Northville, Michigan, passed away on December 22, 2024. Born on March 14, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, Barbara was the cherished daughter of the late Shirley (McCombs) and William Felska. Barbara's life was filled with love, warmth, and a passion for teaching. She devoted more than 20 years as an...
Elmer "Al" Bela Bolla
Dec 21, 2024
Elmer "Al" Bela Bolla February 11, 1931 – December 21, 2024 Elmer "Al" Bela Bolla, 93, of Northville Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024. Born on February 11, 1931, in Detroit, MI to Bela and Vilma (Makker) Bolla, Al lived a full life dedicated to his family, his work, and his passions. Al was the beloved husband of...
Irma Perpignon Kujat
Dec 21, 2024
Irma Perpignon Kujat, Age 98, December 21, 2024. Beloved wife of Rodney for 76 years. Loving mother of Michael, Thomas (TwoMoons), Theresa (Paul) Simmons, Suzanne (Craig) Pasechnik, Mary Anne Martin, Janet (Robert) McCausland, Nancy Rozum and Jonathon. Grandmother of 21, step-grandmother of 17, great-grandmother of 20, and great-great-grandmother of 4. Irma was preceded in death by her husband Rodney (2019),...
Ron Fantino
Dec 17, 2024
Ron Fantino, 78, of Novi, MI, passed away on December 17, 2024, peacefully at home and surrounded by family. He was born in the Bronx, NY, on April 7, 1946, the son of the late Gaetano and Bridgette Fantino. Ron was proud of his Italian heritage and often reflected on his tight-knit family ties. He was preceded in death by...
Elaine P. Kluska
Dec 13, 2024
On December 13, 2024, Elaine Patricia Kluska passed on to her eternal rest. Elaine was a kind and gentle soul. She was born September 16, 1946 to Betty and Earl Jakel and grew up in Dearborn along with her younger brothers Don and Alan. They were a happy, hard-working, and close-knit family who enjoyed their annual camping vacations up north....
Ronald Michael Valente Sr.
Dec 8, 2024
Ronald Michael Valente, Sr. June 19, 1945 – December 8, 2024 Ronald Michael Valente Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and man of faith, passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on June 19, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, to Anthony and Helen Valente, Ron was the youngest of five children....
Christopher J. Konkel
Dec 7, 2024
Christopher John Konkel, age 49, passed away on Saturday, December 7th, at McLaren Macomb hospital. He was born in July of 1975, in Detroit, MI, to Frank and Joann Konkel; he was their only son. Chris was a proud resident of New Baltimore and, more recently, Richmond, MI. He graduated from Plymouth-Canton High School in 1993 and achieved his Associate's...
Clara V. Hill
Dec 7, 2024
Clara Virginia (Monticelli) Hill 1922-2024 Clara V. Hill, passed peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024 in Lyon Twp., at the age of 102. Born the youngest and only daughter of a family of 5 brothers to Angelico and Teresa Monticelli. Her parents were immigrants from Northern Italy, that came to the United States before the 1920's. She was born in...
Adele Bagnasco
Dec 7, 2024
Adele Bagnasco Born: August 15, 1931 – Detroit, MI Died: December 7, 2024 Adele Bagnasco, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Godmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, at the age of 93. Adele was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 15, 1931, and spent her early years in the Linwood and Puritan area, where she was...
Andrea M. Gioia
Dec 7, 2024
Andrea Marie Gioia, a loving mother, sister, daughter, and friend passed away peacefully with those most dear to her by her side on Saturday, December 7th, 2024, at the age of 59. Andrea was born on June 28th, 1965, in Detroit, MI to James Bernardino Gioia Sr. and Kathleen Ann Kramer. The family lived in Westland, MI until moving to...
Mcdonald "Micky" Bullock
Dec 6, 2024
McDonald "Micky" Bullock June 5, 1961 – December 6, 2024 McDonald "Micky" Bullock, a proud Geordie from South Shields, United Kingdom, passed away suddenly on December 6, 2024, at the age of 63. Born and raised in South Shields, Micky spent the first 30 years of his life there before embarking on a life of adventure that would take him...
Steven Matthew Frame
Dec 2, 2024
Our beloved Steven Matthew Frame passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the age of 54. Steven was born on February 17, 1970, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Charles and Sandra Frame. After Steven was born the family moved to Brighton where Steven planted his roots. Steven's greatest joy in life was his son, Ryan, to whom...
Jahangir Mohadi
Dec 2, 2024
Dr. Jahangir (Jahan) Mohtadi October 10, 1930 – December 2, 2024 Dr. Jahangir Mohtadi, affectionately known as Jahan, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024, in Novi, Michigan, at the age of 94. Born on October 10, 1930, in Tehran, Iran, Jahan lived a life defined by kindness, dedication, and a selfless commitment to others. Jahan had an insatiable thirst...
Mary Frances Curtis
Nov 28, 2024
Mary Frances Curtis passed away on November 28, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on January 6, 1937, in Johnson City, Tennessee, she was the beloved daughter of Sara (née Carnett) and Westley Jones. Mary was a talented beautician and a devoted wife and mother, who created a warm and welcoming home for her family. She shared her passions...
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