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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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Delores Anne Troske

Delores Anne Troske

Mar 21, 2020

Delores Anne Troske, born November 21, 1933 in Omaha, Nebraska, died peacefully on March 21, 2020 at Fox Run Retirement Community in Novi, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 60 years, Thomas J. Troske, who passed away March 27, 2019. She is survived by her children: Ann Rohr (Matt), Janet Steigerwald, and Thomas M. Troske...

Donna Lynn Cullen

Donna Lynn Cullen

Mar 20, 2020

Donna Lynn Cullen, March 20, 2020 Beloved wife of James. Dear mother of James (Jennifer), Daniel, Sarah (Ryan) Bullock. Proud grandmother of Daniel, Aubrey, Paige, and Ava. Sister of Thomas (Ronnie) D'Anci and Dolores Pavese Visitation at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home 41555 Grand River Novi Thursday from 2:00 until the celebration of Donna's Life at 3:30. Donations in memory of...

William James Greyson

William James Greyson

Mar 17, 2020

William James (Bill) Greyson Age 86 March 17, 2020 Son of the late Stella and Boleslaw Gulowski of St. Cunegunda parish in Detroit. Predeceased by brothers Bernard Gulowski Sr. and Edward Gulowski. Survived by sister Antoinette Hughes and sisters-in-law Barbara Rulon and Loretta Gulowski. Loving uncle ("Unc") to many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Bill proudly served his...

Marie Elizabeth Crandon

Marie Elizabeth Crandon

Mar 11, 2020

Marie Elizabeth Crandon, Age 91. March 11, 2020. Dear wife of the late Jerry G. Marie for 61 years. Sister of Helen (Jack) Regan and the late Margaret O'Dowd, Thomas J.O'Dowd and sisters in law of Angelina O'Dowd and Patricia O'Dowd. Proud aunt of many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Marie enjoyed traveling with Jerry, spending time...

Henry Otto Holtschneider

Henry Otto Holtschneider

Mar 9, 2020

Henry O. Holtschneider, born Jan. 7, 1937 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, died March 9, 2020 in Novi, Michigan at the age of 83. Along with his brothers Charles and James Holtschneider, Henry was raised by parents John and Susan Holtschneider to value family, religion and great music. Known for his warm wit and mischievous nature, Henry was recognized as a loving...

Dennis Wayne Hall

Dennis Wayne Hall

Mar 7, 2020

Dennis Wayne Hall, 44, passed away on Saturday March 7th after a courageous battle with MSA (Multiple Symptom Atrophy) with his loving son and mother by his side. Born on October 16, 1975 in Fort Myers, Florida to Linda Arnold and Jimmy Hall, he grew up in Livonia, MI, where he played football at Franklin High School. Dennis was a...

Delphine Ann Putt

Delphine Ann Putt

Mar 5, 2020

Delphine Ann Putt, age 79, of Novi, passed away on March 5, 2020. Prior to moving to Novi, she was a longtime resident of Farmington Hills. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward and oldest daughter, Cynthia. Cherished mother of Pati (Edward) Church & Mari (Stephen) Wink. Adored grandmother of Nicole (John) Rice, Abigail, Allison, Cody & Parker....

Edward E.J. Higgins

Edward E.J. Higgins

Mar 5, 2020

Edward E.J. Higgins, age 95, passed on March 5, 2020 in Novi. Beloved husband of Eileen for 57 years. Loving father of Nancy (Ronald) Carroll, and the late Patrick and Dennis. Dear grandfather of Andrew (Kimberly), Keith, Erik, Kristine, and great-grandfather of Ryan. Edward is preceded by his brothers, William and Donald. A private service will be held at a...

Judy Elizabeth Mcnamara

Judy Elizabeth Mcnamara

Mar 4, 2020

McNamara Judy Elizabeth March 4, 2020 age 67. Judy was born on March 12, 1952 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Edward and Sadie McNamara. She is survived by her siblings, Lynda (Mark) Hinchy, Edward (Debbie)McNamara, Michael (Donna) McNamara, Patrick (Betsy) McNamara , Peter McNamara, Paul McNamara, Loretta McNamara and the late Kathleen. Also survived by many nieces and nephews....

F. Michael Faubert

F. Michael Faubert

Mar 3, 2020

Lyon Township – F. Michael Faubert, age 80, passed away March 3, 2020. He was a full of life, always laughing, remembered everyone he met. He loved music and his faith. He spent 50 years of his life as a mechanical engineer at several different companies in California and Michigan and he taught at local Universities for 10 years. He...

Gregory Charles Taylor

Gregory Charles Taylor

Mar 3, 2020

Greg Charles Taylor age 57 March 3, 2020 Dear son of Elvera "Judy" (Ron) Ward and Robert (Marge) Taylor. Beloved brother of Daniel (Lori) and Julianne (Dean) Giachino, Kristie, Ryan (Sarah). Proud Uncle of Hunter, Jenna, Adam, Logan,and Graham. Greg loved the outdoors he enjoyed camping, jet skiing, dune buggies and snowmobiling. Visitation at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home 41555 Grand...

Dolores Marie Sanchez

Dolores Marie Sanchez

Mar 3, 2020

Dolores Marie Sanchez November 8th 1942-March 3rd 2020 On March 3rd 2020 Dolores passed away peacefully in her Novi home with family at the age of 77. Dolores was A Beloved wife to her life long partner Arthur Sanchez. A loving daughter of the late Irene and John. Dear sister of Tom, and the late Michael and Barbara. Loving mother...

Ronald E. Herrman

Ronald E. Herrman

Mar 2, 2020

Herrman, Ronald E. March 2, 2020 age 82. Beloved husband of Margaret (Kozle) of 56 years. Loving father of Eric (Taraneh) Herrman, Lisa (Eric) Kieb and Duane Herrman. Grandfather of Brennan, Calvin, Isabella and Ava. Brother of Linda Case. Dear Brother-in-law of Maurice(Joan) Kozle, Phyllis Wagar, Marion (Vernon) Woods, Rachel Colvin, Leonard (Judy) Kozle and the late Marjorie Baier, Wilma...

Karen A. Grzywacz

Karen A. Grzywacz

Mar 1, 2020

Grzywacz, Karen A. March 1, 2020 Age 77. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Loving mother and step-mother of Christopher (Sailaja) Grzywacz, Annette Douglas, Linda Simonsen, Richard (Tammy) Grzywacz, John (Kim) Grzywacz, Kim (Chuck) Mayle and the late Sharon Feyes. Also survived by 20+ grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and her grand-cats. Preceded in death by her sister Joyce Dickelman. Karen was...

Michael G. Lehnert

Michael G. Lehnert

Feb 28, 2020

Lehnert, Michael G. February 28,2020. Age 64. Beloved husband of Policarpina "Poletta". Loving father of Nicholas (Carmen). Dear papa of Carley and Samantha. Brother of Richard (Marie) Lehnert and Beverly (Gene)Abbo. Visitation Monday March 2, 2020 from 3-7 pm with a Memorial service at 6 pm at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home 41555 Grand River Ave. Novi MI 48375. 248-348-1800. Mr. Lehnert...

Roy Linenberg

Roy Linenberg

Feb 27, 2020

Roy W. Linenberg, age 80, of Evart, Michigan, passed away February, 27th, 2020. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Sue (Walter), sister Irene Lindgren, his sons, Mark (Michael), Dean (Beth), Paul (Maggie), Michael and John (Deanna), grandchildren, Casey, Marley, Parker, Jenna, Justin, Andrew, Michala, William, Amanda, Evan, Nathan and great-granddaughter Sofia. Roy was predeceased by his...

Anthony Frank Brinza Iii

Anthony Frank Brinza Iii

Feb 27, 2020

Anthony Frank Brinza III Age 72 February 27, 2020 Dear father of Tonya, Beloved son of Patricia and the late Anthony Frank Brinza II. Brother of Ron (Pam) and Dave (Jacky). Uncle of Ryan and Lindsey. Tony served in San Diego, California in the US Navy, and went on to to serve his country honorably in Vietnam on the USS...

Doris M. Watson

Doris M. Watson

Feb 25, 2020

Doris M. Watson Age 96 February 25, 2020 Beloved wife of the late Gilbert. Dear mother of Joan Moss, Jerry, and the late Walter H. Mother in law of Kathy Watson. Proud grandmother of Lisa, Lori, Angela, Walter Jr., Charles Aubrey and Paul Lewis Great grandmother of 17 and Great Great grandmother of 4. Sister of Harold (Mary) Galloway. Doris...

Geralann M. Shields

Geralann M. Shields

Feb 24, 2020

Geralann Marie Shields, 58, loving wife and mother, of South Lyon, unexpectedly passed away February 24, 2020. Geralann was married to James on May 1, 1993; they were married 26 years. She is also survived by her two daughters, Vanessa and Kelsey, her brothers, Ron (Vicki) and Stephen (Hillary), her father-in-law, Thomas Shields, and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts,...

Robert "Bob" Rossana

Robert "Bob" Rossana

Feb 22, 2020

Rossana Robert J. February 22, 2020 Age 70. Beloved husband of Eileen(Sweeney) of 48 years. Loving father of Matthew (Chrissy) and twin sons Brian (Jessica) and Thomas Rossana. Bob was born October 29, 1949 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Rocco and Josephine (Ginaldi) Rossana. Mr. Rossana was a Professor of Economics at Wayne State University and received his Ph....

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