Community Farewell Obituaries

Michael Onderchanin Howell

Michael “Mike” Onderchanin, 69, passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, May 8, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Marty, and his twin sisters. Mike is survived by and was the devoted husband of Irene; cantankerous brother of Maribeth (Tim); the beloved father of Steph and Nicole (Dan); and the proud “Papa” of Hank and Lark. Those who knew him will remember him being as clever as he was tenderhearted, possessing of a pithy ...

Michael “Mike” Onderchanin, 69, passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, May 8, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Marty, and his twin sisters. Mike is ...

Randy Gilleland Pinckney, MI

Gilleland, Randy Pinckney, MI His Legacy… Randy Leland Gilleland, 68, passed away May 6, 2026. He was born on January 27, 1958, in Ypsilanti, Michigan to Leland Gilleland and Myra Gilleland. Randy married the love of his life, Mary Gaethke on December 17, 1993, on a cruise ship near the Bahamas. Randy spent his career in the automotive industry, retiring from General Motors. He loved all sports and was loyal to his Detroit teams. Randy liked being outdoors, hunting, fishing ...

Gilleland, Randy Pinckney, MI His Legacy… Randy Leland Gilleland, 68, passed away May 6, 2026. He was born on January 27, 1958, in Ypsilanti, Michigan to Leland Gilleland and Myra ...

Gregory Gaynor Pinckney, MI

His Legacy… Gregory Melvin Gaynor, 66, passed away May 6, 2026. He was born on April 20, 1960, in Cheboygan, Michigan to Melvin and Shirley (Paige) Gaynor. Gregory married the love of his life, Patricia Miller, on April 12, 1985, in Clarkston, Michigan. Gregory will be remembered as someone who was a true outdoorsman at heart. Whether he was out hunting in the woods, fishing on a quiet lake, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature. He also had a deep love for motorcycles and cherished ...

His Legacy… Gregory Melvin Gaynor, 66, passed away May 6, 2026. He was born on April 20, 1960, in Cheboygan, Michigan to Melvin and Shirley (Paige) Gaynor. Gregory married the love of his ...

Robert Nakon Pinckney, MI

His Legacy… Robert Marvin Nakon, 82, passed away on May 4, 2026. He was born on February 11, 1944, in Hamtramck, Michigan to Walter and Regina (Zieja) Nakon. Robert married the love of his life, Denise Reh, on August 29, 1980, in Hamburg, Michigan. Bob was born and raised in Hamtramck, Michigan, he carried his roots with pride throughout his life. A proud “Pollock,” he embraced his heritage with a sense of humor and identity that endeared him to everyone who knew him. In ...

His Legacy… Robert Marvin Nakon, 82, passed away on May 4, 2026. He was born on February 11, 1944, in Hamtramck, Michigan to Walter and Regina (Zieja) Nakon. Robert married the love of his ...

Robert Tracey Pinckney, MI

Tracey, Robert Pinckney, MI His Legacy…Robert Lee Tracey, 84, passed away May 3, 2026. He was born on June 12, 1941, in Alpena, Michigan to William Tracey and Edna (Bauer) Tracey. Robert was raised rurally in Hillman, Michigan, where farming, hunting and fishing were daily activities; igniting a lifelong love of hunting and being outdoors. After meeting at hunting camp, Robert married the love of his life, Marilyn Shirey, on February 24, 1962, in Howell, Michigan and they made ...

Tracey, Robert Pinckney, MI His Legacy…Robert Lee Tracey, 84, passed away May 3, 2026. He was born on June 12, 1941, in Alpena, Michigan to William Tracey and Edna (Bauer) Tracey. ...

Karla Storrs Dexter, MI

Storrs, Karla Dexter, MI Her Legacy… Karla Ann Storrs, 83, passed away May 3, 2026. She was born on October 8, 1942, in San Francisco, California to Karl Krepela and Milena (Cizkovsky) Krepela. Karla married the love of her life, Paul Storrs, on August 19, 1978, in San Francisco, California. Karla spent 30 years at U of M as a critical care nurse. She was an amazing nurse with a heart of gold; after her children were grown, she often offered to work holidays so that her ...

Storrs, Karla Dexter, MI Her Legacy… Karla Ann Storrs, 83, passed away May 3, 2026. She was born on October 8, 1942, in San Francisco, California to Karl Krepela and Milena ...

Marvin Pedersen Pinckney, MI

Pedersen, Marvin Pinckney, MI His Legacy…Marvin H. Pedersen,104, passed away May 2, 2026. He was born on December 16, 1921, in Greenville, Michigan to Anders Pedersen and Alta (Christensen) Pedersen. Like many members of the Greatest Generation, Marv grew up on the family farm during the Great Depression. He joined the U.S. Army during World War II and served in the Pacific theater, preparing for the planned invasion of Japan. After the war, he married his first wife, Madge, ...

Pedersen, Marvin Pinckney, MI His Legacy…Marvin H. Pedersen,104, passed away May 2, 2026. He was born on December 16, 1921, in Greenville, Michigan to Anders Pedersen and Alta ...

Florence Lindberg Brighton, Michigan

Her Legacy… Florence Lindberg, 96, passed away May 2, 2026. She was born on August 11, 1929, in Edwardsville, Pennsylvania to John Luke and Catherine (Zasuwa) Gorajek. Florence married the love of her life, Marvin Lindberg, on May 13, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan. Florence was a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother (Gigi). She was the heart of her family, someone whose warmth, kindness, and steady presence touched all who knew her. A loving partner to her ...

Her Legacy… Florence Lindberg, 96, passed away May 2, 2026. She was born on August 11, 1929, in Edwardsville, Pennsylvania to John Luke and Catherine (Zasuwa) Gorajek. Florence ...

Sarah Reifschneider Pinckney, MI

Her Legacy… Sarah Christine Reifschneider, 71, passed away on May 2, 2026. She was born on January 4, 1955, in Redford, Michigan to David and Dorothy (Sanders) Roberts. Sarah married the love of her life, John Reifschneider, on October 27, 1973, in Livonia, Michigan. Sarah will be remembered as someone who spent her life caring for others, a natural nurturer whose greatest joy came from looking after children and creating a home filled with warmth, laughter, and love. As a ...

Her Legacy… Sarah Christine Reifschneider, 71, passed away on May 2, 2026. She was born on January 4, 1955, in Redford, Michigan to David and Dorothy (Sanders) Roberts. Sarah married ...

Bruce Kimball Howell

Kimball, Bruce Howell, Michigan His Legacy… Bruce Craig Kimball, 78, passed away on May 2, 2026. Born on June 18, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan, he was the son of William Kimball Jr. and Ruth (McCarthy) Kimball. He was raised in Livonia, where he later dedicated many years of service working for the City of Livonia. Bruce proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. On October 6, 1990, he married his soulmate, Heather Beni, in Farmington Hills, Michigan. ...

Kimball, Bruce Howell, Michigan His Legacy… Bruce Craig Kimball, 78, passed away on May 2, 2026. Born on June 18, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan, he was the son of William Kimball Jr. and ...

Priscilla Miller Howell, Michigan

Miller, Priscilla Howell, Michigan Her Legacy… Priscilla Ann Miller, 84, passed away on April 30, 2026. She was born on November 22, 1941, in Pontiac, Michigan. A Gold Star orphan of World War II, Priscilla was lovingly raised by Leonard Ziemann and Helen (Ward) Ziemann, who gave her the forever home she cherished. She later married James Schell, with whom she raised five wonderful children. She found love again with her second husband, William Miller. Priscilla will be remembered ...

Miller, Priscilla Howell, Michigan Her Legacy… Priscilla Ann Miller, 84, passed away on April 30, 2026. She was born on November 22, 1941, in Pontiac, Michigan. A Gold Star orphan of ...

Deanna DeWolf

Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother & great grandmother Deanna Jane DeWolf, age 80, sadly passed away on April 28, 2026. She was born on April 12, 1946, in Sturgis, Michigan to Art and Shirley Stenke. Although she spent her early years on her grandparents farm in Ann Arbor, it was when she moved to Hamburg that she first saw the love of her life, Charles (Chuck) DeWolf, in the upstairs window of Hamburg Elementary School. Jane married her love, Chuck, on August 3, 1968. ...

Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother & great grandmother Deanna Jane DeWolf, age 80, sadly passed away on April 28, 2026. She was born on April 12, 1946, in Sturgis, Michigan to Art and ...

Arlie Jones Whitmore Lake, MI

Jones, Arlie Whitmore Lake, MI His Legacy… Arlie David Jones, 63, passed away April 26, 2026. He was born on April 2, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio to Arlie Jones and Linda (Kitchen) Jones. Arlie spent much of his career as an electrician and enjoyed the work. He loved making everyone laugh, he could often be heard saying “my life is complete, I’ve made everybody laugh today”. He was incredibly proud of his son and grandchildren- and if you were lucky enough to witness ...

Jones, Arlie Whitmore Lake, MI His Legacy… Arlie David Jones, 63, passed away April 26, 2026. He was born on April 2, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio to Arlie Jones and Linda (Kitchen) Jones. Arlie ...

Thomas Higby Fowlerville, Michigan

Thomas F. Higby, M.D. It is with heavy hearts that the family of Thomas F. Higby, M.D., announces his death on April 26th (1932-2026). Dr. Higby was a longtime resident and physician from Fowlerville, MI. Tom grew up in Wyandotte, MI, where his family operated Higby’s Drug Store, with his father Warren J. Higby, Sr. as the pharmacist, and his mother Helen (Kimball) Higby baking pies, serving as business manager, and working the counter. He attended Theodore Roosevelt High School, ...

Thomas F. Higby, M.D. It is with heavy hearts that the family of Thomas F. Higby, M.D., announces his death on April 26th (1932-2026). Dr. Higby was a longtime resident and physician from ...

Thomas Wilson

Thomas C. (Tom) Wilson, age 89, passed away on April 22, 2026, in Brighton, Michigan. Born on January 3, 1937, in St. Johns, Michigan, to Virginia and Rollin Wilson, Tom was a man of immense character, creativity, and an "unbridled enthusiasm" for life that left a lasting impact on everyone he met. On August 6, 1960, Tom married the love of his life, Joyce Elaine (Henning). Together, they shared 65 beautiful years of marriage, raising their family in Ann Arbor and Pinckney before ...

Thomas C. (Tom) Wilson, age 89, passed away on April 22, 2026, in Brighton, Michigan. Born on January 3, 1937, in St. Johns, Michigan, to Virginia and Rollin Wilson, Tom was a man of immense ...

Roger Evans

His Legacy . . . Roger Louis Evans, 86, passed away on April 22, 2026. He was born on May 10, 1939, in Excelsior, West Virginia to George Evans and Lydia (Mahone) Evans, the youngest of seven siblings. Roger proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for three years before settling in Ypsilanti, Michigan, to be closer to family. On June 23, 1962, he married the love of his life, Denise Legault. Roger dedicated 40 years to General Motors, starting as a skilled tradesman and ...

His Legacy . . . Roger Louis Evans, 86, passed away on April 22, 2026. He was born on May 10, 1939, in Excelsior, West Virginia to George Evans and Lydia (Mahone) Evans, the youngest of seven ...

Mary Hensley South Lyon, MI

Hensley, Mary South Lyon, MI Mary E. Hensley, 87, of South Lyon, peacefully went to be with her Lord on April 22, 2026. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jimmie Hensley. Mary is survived by her children, Jim (Rhonda) Hensley, Kelly (Mike) Bugeja, Felecia Joy (Dan) Williams; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Mary will be laid to rest at Washtenong Memorial Park. Please leave a message of comfort for Mary’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign her ...

Hensley, Mary South Lyon, MI Mary E. Hensley, 87, of South Lyon, peacefully went to be with her Lord on April 22, 2026. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jimmie Hensley. ...

Rosemary Reschke Hamburg, MI

Her Legacy… Rosemary Reschke, 92, passed away on April 21, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan to James and Elizabeth (Graham) Craib. Rosemary married the love of her life, Harry Reschke, on May 12, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan. Rosemary was a woman whose smile, laughter, and vibrant spirit touched everyone she met. For 27 dedicated years, she served as a school secretary at Hosanna-Tabor Lutheran Church in Redford, Michigan, where she became a beloved and ...

Her Legacy… Rosemary Reschke, 92, passed away on April 21, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan to James and Elizabeth (Graham) Craib. Rosemary married the love of ...

Sheila Lockard Howell

Lockard, Sheila Howell, Michigan Her Legacy… Sheila Ellen Lockard, 72, passed away on April 20, 2026. She was born on May 21, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, to Warren Coleman and Jane (Kurish) Coleman. On July 6, 1985, Sheila married the love of her life, Lloyd Lockard, in Walled Lake, Michigan. Together they built a life rooted in love, faith, and family. Sheila will be remembered for her strong faith, as well as her loving, caring, and nurturing spirit. She had a deep appreciation ...

Lockard, Sheila Howell, Michigan Her Legacy… Sheila Ellen Lockard, 72, passed away on April 20, 2026. She was born on May 21, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, to Warren Coleman and Jane ...

James Meadows Jr. Howell

Meadows, James Howell, Michigan His Legacy… James Morgan Meadows Jr., 86, passed away on April 19, 2026. He was born on November 5, 1939, in Taylor, Michigan, to James Meadows Sr. and Bernadette (Trudeau) Meadows. James married the love of his life, Patricia Cobb, on September 3, 1960, in Taylor, Michigan. Together, they shared 65 years of marriage filled with love and devotion to one another. James proudly served the United States for 20 years in both the Marine Corps and the Army. ...

Meadows, James Howell, Michigan His Legacy… James Morgan Meadows Jr., 86, passed away on April 19, 2026. He was born on November 5, 1939, in Taylor, Michigan, to James Meadows Sr. and ...

Donald Radebach Jr. Fowlerville, Michigan

For those Blessed to See the Heart of Donnie: A quiet, reserved and independent man, Donnie saw the heart of those around him. He would sit back and observe. Because he was observant, he saw the countless prayers you prayed for him. He saw and appreciated the guidance and support you gave him over the years, even when he didn't show it. He loved those around him fiercely and he treasured the memories you had with him. He was never the center of attention, nor did he ...

For those Blessed to See the Heart of Donnie: A quiet, reserved and independent man, Donnie saw the heart of those around him. He would sit back and observe. Because he was observant, ...

Janet Cooke Howell, MI

Cooke, Janet Howell, MI Janet Lee Cooke, 64, passed away April 17, 2026. She was born on September 13, 1961, in Colorado Springs, Colorado to Kenneth Emerson and Patricia (Norris) Emerson. She will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who found her greatest joy in her family. Janet loved camping, picnics at the beach, and spending time with her children and all of her grandbabies. She had a gift for cooking copious amounts of food to feed her army of a family especially ...

Cooke, Janet Howell, MI Janet Lee Cooke, 64, passed away April 17, 2026. She was born on September 13, 1961, in Colorado Springs, Colorado to Kenneth Emerson and Patricia (Norris) ...

Lynn Saunders Brighton, MI

Saunders, Lynn Brighton, MI His Legacy… Lynn Frederic Saunders, 83, passed away April 16, 2026. He was born on January 16, 1943, in Wayne, Michigan to Robert and Margaret (Staley) Saunders. Lynn married the love of his life, Kathy Carpenter, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Lynn was an avid golfer throughout his life, he felt most at home on the course. The game brought him not only personal fulfillment but also lifelong friendships. He was a member in both the Michigan Professional Golf ...

Saunders, Lynn Brighton, MI His Legacy… Lynn Frederic Saunders, 83, passed away April 16, 2026. He was born on January 16, 1943, in Wayne, Michigan to Robert and Margaret (Staley) ...

John Ross Dexter, MI

Ross, Brian Dexter, MI His Legacy… John Brian Ross, 74, passed away April 14, 2026. He was born on February 25, 1952, in Boston, Massachusetts to Robert Ross, a fighter pilot with the Marines during WWII, and Suzanne (Dessureault) Ross. Brian moved to Grand Rapids in middle school and went on to attend U of M, where he met his wife, Toni. Brian and Toni were married on October 12, 1977, in Clare, Michigan. Brian was a life-long lover of history. He earned his master’s degree ...

Ross, Brian Dexter, MI His Legacy… John Brian Ross, 74, passed away April 14, 2026. He was born on February 25, 1952, in Boston, Massachusetts to Robert Ross, a fighter pilot with the ...

Paul Gobeille Brighton, MI

Gobeille, Paul Brighton, MI His Legacy… Paul Jeffrey Gobeille, 68, passed away April 14, 2026. He was born on April 20, 1957, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to William Gobeille and Catherine (O’Leary) Gobeille. Paul married the love of his life, Debra Yennior on May 11, 1995, in Novi, Michigan. Paul lived with a generous spirit that was felt by everyone who knew him. He had a rare gift for making people feel at ease—no one stayed a stranger for long, and time spent with Paul ...

Gobeille, Paul Brighton, MI His Legacy… Paul Jeffrey Gobeille, 68, passed away April 14, 2026. He was born on April 20, 1957, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to William Gobeille and Catherine ...

Suzanne Eaton Whitmore Lake, MI

Eaton, Suzanne Whitmore Lake, MI Her Legacy… Suzanne Eaton, 85, passed away April 13, 2026. She was born on July 30, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan to James McKendry and Margaret “Peggy” (Shields) McKendry. Suzanne married the love of her life, William Eaton, on May 28, 1960, in Detroit, Michigan. Suzanne was a loving wife, a devoted mother and a wonderful grandmother. She was a faithful Catholic; she had a beautiful voice and sang in the church choir. Suzanne also ...

Eaton, Suzanne Whitmore Lake, MI Her Legacy… Suzanne Eaton, 85, passed away April 13, 2026. She was born on July 30, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan to James McKendry and Margaret ...

Anna Maria Maddock Brighton, MI

Anna Maria Maddock, age 66, of Brighton, MI passed away on April 12, 2026. Anna Maria was born on September 16, 1959, in Lincoln Park, MI to Yolanda and August Vacca. She married the love of her life, Edward Maddock, on May 30, 1980, in Allen Park, MI. Their 46 years together were filled with love, faith, devotion, and family. Anna will be remembered as a beloved mother, educator, and woman of Faith. She worked as a teacher at St. Cyril of Jerusalem School in Taylor, ...

Anna Maria Maddock, age 66, of Brighton, MI passed away on April 12, 2026. Anna Maria was born on September 16, 1959, in Lincoln Park, MI to Yolanda and August Vacca. She married ...

William Smith Pinckney, MI

Smith, William Pinckney, MI His Legacy… William Allen Smith, 81, passed away April 12, 2026. He was born on January 10, 1945, in Inez, Kentucky to Martin Smith and Gertrude (Moore) Smith. Bill married Joanne Caswell, on August 9, 1991, in Brighton, Michigan. Bill had a passion for hunting and farming. He operated B & J Farms in Pinckney from 1978 to 2023. When he wasn’t farming, he also worked for GM, retiring after 28 years. Bill was dearly loved by his family and ...

Smith, William Pinckney, MI His Legacy… William Allen Smith, 81, passed away April 12, 2026. He was born on January 10, 1945, in Inez, Kentucky to Martin Smith and Gertrude (Moore) ...

Carol Haviland Fowlerville, Michigan

Her Legacy… Carol Kay (Carney) Haviland, 81, passed away on April 11, 2026. She was born on June 13, 1944, in Brighton, MI, to Edward Carney and Arla (Burgett) Carney. Carol married the love of her life, Verne Haviland, on September 26, 1996, on the Home Farm in Fowlerville, Michigan. She will be remembered as a woman who was generous to a fault, always wanting to be sure others were taken care of with birthday presents, cards, and general loving care. She loved birds and ...

Her Legacy… Carol Kay (Carney) Haviland, 81, passed away on April 11, 2026. She was born on June 13, 1944, in Brighton, MI, to Edward Carney and Arla (Burgett) Carney. Carol married ...

Kenneth Hickey Brighton, MI

His Legacy… Kenneth Charles Hickey, 63, passed away on April 9, 2026. He was born on February 3, 1963, in New Brighton, Pennsylvania to Richard and Lois (Jernburg) Hickey. Ken married the love of his life, Stacy Stemple, on September 14, 1991, in Burton, Michigan. Ken was raised in New Brighton, Pennsylvania. As a teenager, he worked at Perkins Steakhouse and a local steel mill, gaining the values of perseverance and responsibility that would guide him throughout his life. He attended ...

His Legacy… Kenneth Charles Hickey, 63, passed away on April 9, 2026. He was born on February 3, 1963, in New Brighton, Pennsylvania to Richard and Lois (Jernburg) Hickey. Ken married the ...

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