Barry E. Detavernier
Oct 23, 2024
Barry Edward Detavernier, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully at his home on October 23, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family, who will forever hold him dear in their hearts. Barry Edward was born on September 25, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan, to Edward Detavernier and Jean (Warden) Detavernier. He and his brother, Dennis...
Frederick Charles "Chuck" Hunter
Oct 16, 2024
Frederick Charles "Chuck" Hunter, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away on October 16, 2024, at the age of 94. He was born on March 20, 1930, in Detroit, Michigan to Dorothy and Frederick P. Hunter. Chuck graduated from Cooley High School, Detroit in 1948. He earned his Bachelor's degree from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois, a...
John A. Marxer
Oct 15, 2024
John A. Marxer October 15, 2024, Age 81 John A. Marxer, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on April 16, 1943, in Dearborn, Michigan, he was the cherished son of the late Otto H. Marxer and Laura (Mundo). John is survived by his devoted wife, Debra,...
Laura H. Gier
Oct 15, 2024
Laura H. Gier, age 68, passed away on October 15, 2024. Born on April 24, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late George J. Horeftis and Margaret A. (Willis). Laura was a devoted wife to Chris for 28 years and a loving mother to Lydia. She is survived by her cherished siblings, Deborah (Bill) Chilman and...
Ellen Genevieve Folk
Oct 15, 2024
Ellen Genevieve (Sullivan) Folk, age 96, of Novi, MI, died peacefully on October, 15, 2024 after living a long, full life. Ellen was born to Matthew Cornelius and Ruth (Galarno) Sullivan on June 4, 1928, in Bay City, MI. Her family moved to Detroit, MI where she met some life-long friends. She attended St. Theresa High School and eventually studied...
Susan Lynette Sheeran
Oct 15, 2024
Susan (Sue) L. Sheeran passed peacefully on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, in Farmington Hills at the age of 66, surrounded by her three daughters. Sue was born in Royal Oak, MI, on February 6, 1958. She proudly attended Katharine Gibbs School in Boston, MA, and began working in insurance claims in the late 1970s. She was married in 1980, then...
Patricia "Patty" Bambrick Flesher
Oct 13, 2024
Patricia "Patty" Bambrick Flesher was born on 30 October 1942 in Cleveland, Ohio and died peacefully on 13 October 2024 in Southfield, surrounded by her family in prayer. Patty was affectionately referred to as "Pink" by some of her family members, as she always had a rosy hue to her complexion. Her smile was as big as her personality, and...
Estelle "Terry" Burgoyne
Oct 13, 2024
Estelle "Terry" Burgoyne, born on October 11, 1936, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024, at the age of 88. She was the beloved wife of the late Xavier Burgoyne and ex wife of the late Marvin Reinhold. A devoted mother, Estelle is survived by her children: Mark Reinhold, Dan Reinhold (Carlene), Beth Kobylarz (Steve), Paul Reinhold (Nicole), Steve Reinhold,...
Lawrence Anthony Reisner
Oct 12, 2024
Larry Reisner passed peacefully on October 12, 2024, at the age of 81, from complications of pancreatic cancer. He was the second of seven sons born to the late Anthony and Ruth Reisner. Larry grew up on his family's farm near Posen, Michigan and spent his teenage years working with his grandparents and uncles at the Reisner Dairy. He worked...
Margaret Virginia Clark, "Ginger"
Oct 7, 2024
Margaret Virginia Clark, "Ginger," died on October 7, 2024 in Novi, MI. She was born on December 15, 1931 in Greenwich, CT of Irish immigrants, Alfred Wilson and Mary Jane Duffy Wilson. Ginger is survived by her devoted husband of 70 years, Eldon L Clark (Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, Retired) of Novi, formerly of East Lansing; her son, David Wilson...
Paul F. Carlton
Oct 6, 2024
Paul Francis Carlton, son, brother, a beloved performer and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024, at the age of 66. Born on December 27, 1957, in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, he was the son of the late Annette Cecilia (Lucas) and Stanley Francis Carlton. Paul is survived by his devoted partner, Thomas Gilliam, and his loving siblings: Michael...
Leo "Nemo" Duane Laclair
Oct 4, 2024
Leo "Nemo" LaClair, born on September 1, 1964, at Pontiac General Hospital, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024, in Pontiac, Michigan. A beloved son, partner, brother, uncle, and friend, Nemo leaves behind a legacy of warmth and laughter. Nemo dedicated over 20 years of his life to his work as a thread roll machinist at Terry Machine, where his...
Susan G. Seelye
Oct 3, 2024
Susan Seelye February 24, 1943 – October 3, 2024 Susan Seelye, age 81, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, mother-in-law, teacher, and friend to many. Her love for people, especially children, shaped a lifelong career as an educator, where she dedicated herself to nurturing both young minds and the world around...
Fr. Dennis J. Kauffman
Oct 2, 2024
Fr. Dennis J. Kauffman died on October 2, 2024 in Novi, Michigan at the age of 76. A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 3:00p to 7:00p in the Chapel at Catholic Central High School, 27225 Wixom Rd., Novi, MI 48374. A rosary will begin at 6:00p on Sunday. Funeral Mass will be on Monday, October...
Caroline May Irvine
Sep 27, 2024
April 25, 1933 – September 27, 2024 Caroline M. Irvine, age 91, of Northville, passed away peacefully with loving family by her side on September 27, 2024. She was born on April 25, 1933, in Detroit, the only child of William and Stella Andras. Carrie grew up in Detroit and graduated from Northeastern High School. Carrie was married in 1957...
Mary Ann Skaja
Sep 22, 2024
Mary Ann Skaja, born on January 29, 1941, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of the late Patrick Skaja, with whom she shared nearly 50 years of marriage until his passing in 2018. Together, they raised two daughters, Katie (Patrick) Foss and Amy (Robert) Smith. Mary Ann was the proud...
Richard H. Patterson
Sep 22, 2024
Obituary for Richard H. Patterson Richard H. Patterson, age 81, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2024, in Rochester, MI, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. A long-time resident of Roseville, Richard was born on January 3, 1943, to the late Harold A. Patterson and Virginia (Hurlburt). Richard was a devoted family man, beloved husband of the...
Patricia Ann Melton
Sep 22, 2024
Patricia "Pat" Ann Melton Patricia "Pat" Melton passed away unexpectedly September 22, 2024. She was 85 years old. She was the widow of James Aaron Melton Jr., to whom she was married 44 years until his passing in 2002. Pat was born September 4, 1939 in St. Petersburg, Florida, the only child of Alderman Aska and Melanie Aska (Adams). She...
Timothy Rogers
Sep 21, 2024
Timothy Rogers March 20, 1958 – September 21, 2024 Timothy Rogers, born on March 20, 1958, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024. He was the beloved son of the late Charles Kevin Rogers and Marion Noemi Rogers. Timothy was the beloved husband of the late Glenda Rogers. Timothy was a cherished brother to Patricia (Gregory) Kasper, Jeanne (James) Zielinski,...
Eileene J. Lindeman
Sep 18, 2024
Eileene J. Lindeman, age 79 of Livonia, MI, passed away September 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was employed at the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers. She spent her retirement as a proud wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed playing cards, board games, and tending to her flower garden. Eileene is survived by her children, Diane (Brian) Mier, Susan...
