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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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Diane Louise Williams

Diane Louise Williams

Apr 28, 2020

Diane L. Williams, 80, Novi, Michigan, passed away peacefully of early-onset Alzheimer's disease on April 28, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Louise Papke, sister of the late Suzanne (Papke) Hughes, and beloved wife of Robert C. Williams, and mother of Blake Williams of Pennsylvania. She had three grandchildren, Madison, Chandler, and Phillip. Diane was widely...

Judith A. Hutson

Judith A. Hutson

Apr 28, 2020

Judith A. Hutson Age 76 April 28, 2020 Beloved wife of Sammy for 49 years. Dear mother of Dawn Michelle Hutson and Samuel Henry (Dawn Marie) Hutson. Sister of Jennifer Evans and Janet Mullican. A service will be held at a later date Donations in memory of Judith can be made to the Backdoor Friends of Farmington Hills or the...

Janet L. Bennett

Janet L. Bennett

Apr 28, 2020

Janet L. Bennett died on April 28, 2020 at the age of 77. Jan was born on September 8, 1942 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Jan is survived by her husband of 55 years, Richard F. Bennett, and two sons: Andrew S., Michael J. and families. Jan graduated from Pioneer High School (1960) in Ann Arbor. She attended Albion College (two...

Caterina Cianferra

Caterina Cianferra

Apr 27, 2020

Caterina "Catherine" Cianferra Born May 8, 1942 Entered enternal life April 27, 2020 Beloved wife of Salvatore for 58 years. Daughter of the late Rosa and Domenic Florio. Dear mother of Linda, Anthony and the late Anthony. Proud grand mother of Madison Rogers, Jacob Vidra and Zachary Vidra. Sister of Francis DiCintio, Vito Florio and the late Vincenzo Florio. Caterina...

Kurt Cottrill

Kurt Cottrill

Apr 26, 2020

Kurt Cottrill, Age 59 April 26, 2020 Best friend and husband of Penny for 35 years. Loving Dad of Sara and Ben (Christina). Steadfast and empathetic son, brother, uncle and friend. Private memorial to be held at a later date.

Richard E. Peel

Richard E. Peel

Apr 26, 2020

Richard E Peel, Sr (Dick), 92, went to be with the Lord on April 26, 2020 at Ascension Providence Park Hospital, in Novi, MI after succumbing to Covid-19. Dick's family would like to thank the staff at Ascension Providence Park Hospital on the Covid floor for the care and love that he was shown in his final days. The family...

Inamae Deneau

Inamae Deneau

Apr 25, 2020

Inamae (Ina) Deneau Inamae Patricia Deneau, 84, of Detroit, MI, died on Saturday, April 25, 2020. Daughter of Bob and Elsie Collins (predeceased) and loving partner of Thomas Martin (also predeceased) Ina passed away at the hospital after a brief illness. She is survived by two children, Christopher Deneau (Brenda) and Shelley Dowland (Gary); two grandchildren, Patrick Deneau (Crista) and...

Jack Sadao Ninomiya

Jack Sadao Ninomiya

Apr 24, 2020

Jack S. Ninomiya Age 84 April 24, 2020 Beloved husband of Alexandra for 63 years. Dear father of Chris (Mary), Tim and Mark (Lori). Jack served in the US Army Reserve and retire from Ford after 35 years. Please keep Jack and his family in your thoughts during this time.

Jean P. Sochocki

Jean P. Sochocki

Apr 24, 2020

Jean P. Sochocki passed away Friday, April 24, 2020 at the age of 93. Beloved wife for 64 years of the late Stanley Sochocki. Loving Mother of Tim, Joe (Margaret) and Richard Sochocki. Proud Grandmother of Andy (Christina), Meghan, Ryan, Dan and Jenni, and Great Grandmother of Jack. A Private Service will be held at a future date. In lieu...

Geraldine Veronica Raymo

Geraldine Veronica Raymo

Apr 22, 2020

Geraldine V. Raymo 4-4-1927 4-22-2020 Longtime resident of Detroit and Gaylord Survived by; Nephew David Broxholm and wife Nancy Niece Veronica Oliver (Raymo) and husband Larry And other nieces and nephews Preceded in death by; Parents Nan and Charles Raymo Brothers James and Robert Sisters Betty Raymo, Helen Broxholm (Raymo), and Angela Raymo A committal service was held at Holy...

Jay Arthur Drogmiller

Jay Arthur Drogmiller

Apr 21, 2020

"On Monday, April 20th of 2020, Jay Arthur Drogmiller, talented photographer and loving family man passed away at the age of eighty in Novi, Michigan. Jay was born on December 20th of 1939 in Howell, Michigan. Jay was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Albert Drogmiller, his mother, Kathleen Mary Drogmiller and two children, Brian Jay Drogmiller and Dawn...

David Frederick Lang Jr.

David Frederick Lang Jr.

Apr 18, 2020

David F Lang, Jr., 73, of Novi, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on April 18, 2020 at Providence Hospital, in Novi, MI after a sudden illness. He was born on September 2, 1946 in Detroit, MI to the late David and Virginia Lang. David was a Veteran of the US Army where he served in Vietnam. He retired...

Frances A. Murphy

Frances A. Murphy

Apr 18, 2020

Frances Aileen Murphy (nee Duggan) passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late William O. Murphy. Loving Mother of 13 children including: William (Susan) Murphy, Michael (Leonetta Bugleisi) Murphy, the late Daniel Murphy, Timothy (Dana) Murphy, Patricia Murphy Higgins, Robert (Karen) Murphy, the late Kathleen Murphy, Peggy (Brian) Haver, Gerry (Bob)...

Frances J Collins

Frances J Collins

Apr 17, 2020

Collins , Frances J. Beloved wife of the late John A. Collins of 47 years. Loving mother of Kevin(Brenda) Collins, Bryan (Maryann) Collins, Kelly(Diane ) Collins and Daniel (Ann) Collins. Grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 4. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy www.obriensullivanfuneralhome .com Memorial contributions to...

Jeanette Aspinall

Jeanette Aspinall

Apr 17, 2020

April 27, 1926 – April 17, 2020 Jeanette T. (Jaworski) Aspinall, age 93. Beloved wife for 66+ years of the late E. Robert (Bob) Aspinall. Loving mother of Gary (Sherry) Aspinall, David (Judy) Aspinall, Kevin (Berta) Aspinall, Susan Aspinall and Karen (Paul) Treverton. Beloved grandmother to 13 grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren: Rob, Casey and Rose Aspinall; Jason (Jennifer), Steven (Jill)...

Peggy Ann Lewis

Peggy Ann Lewis

Apr 16, 2020

Peggy Ann Lewis Age 70 April 16, 2020 Beloved wife of Thomas F. for 47 years. Dear mother of Cassandra M. (Daniel) Voeller and Kimberly E. (Jeffery) Redmond. Daughter of Loraine and the late Robert Kegler. Proud grandmother of Dominic, Emma, Connor and Alexandria. Sister of Douglas (Sandy) Kegler. Interment Glen Eden Cemetery Livonia Michigan

William A Hurley

William A Hurley

Apr 15, 2020

William A. Hurley April 21, 1926- April 15, 2020 William Hurley passed away on April 15, 2020 at the great age of 93. William was survived by his children David (Tonya) Hurley, and Natalie (Steve) McDougall. He was a loving Papa to Zachary, Lauren, Alexandra, Nathaniel, and Nicholas. He was also survived by his sister, Marqueret Prickett. William was predeceased...

Loren Edward Cote Sr

Loren Edward Cote Sr

Apr 13, 2020

Loren Cote Sr. (Bud) passed away at the age of 90 from complications of Covid-19. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Emma (May) Cote. Father to sons: Lennie Cote , (deceased), his wife Barb, and Loren Cote Jr. Daughters: Linda Bullock (deceased), her husband (Jim),and Charlene Reinsch, her husband,(Denny). Bud was born at home in Southfield,...

Thomas Trestler

Thomas Trestler

Apr 10, 2020

Thomas E. Trestler age 94 April 10, 2020 Beloved husband of the late Phyllis Blickfeldt for 70 years Dear father of Thomas P. (Linda) Trestler. Grandfather of Travis (Becca) Trestler, Wes (Jen) Trestler, Paige Trestler and Chloe (Eric) Ridenour. Great grandfather of Isabell Walters, Audrey, Gabrielle, and Landon Trestler. Tom served in the Air Wing of the 5th Marines during...

Gregory J. Knoph Sr.

Gregory J. Knoph Sr.

Apr 10, 2020

Gregory J. Knoph, Sr. May 9, 1947-April 10, 2020 Greg was born in Detroit, MI to Edwin and Genevieve Knoph (Papa and Nana Nop) and was the third of seven children: Judy Hunt, John (Barb), Joe (1949-2003), Jerry (Marcie), Mark (Jeanette), and Mary Kay (Ralph) Sirotkin. He attended Our Lady Gate of Heaven Grade School, Visitation High School, Highland Park...

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