All Obituaries

McCreedy, Gayle Lynne, age 65, of Farmington Hills, Michigan passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023. Gayle was born in Detroit, Michigan, on April 10, 1958, to parents Elmer and Winifred (Deckard) McCreedy. Gayle was dedicated to her career, earning her Bachelor’s Degree at Wayne State University and her Master’s Degree from Garrett Theological Seminary. Gayle was an Academic Advisor at Wayne State University where she guided students for over 41 years. In her...

Cathryn Ellen Ripper, better known as Cathy passed away on September 22, 2023 at the age of 78. Cathy was born on July 22, 1945 in Greensboro, North Carolina to the late Lawrence and Agnes Loffman. In February 1965, Cathy married Dennis Kitchen and they welcomed their two children, Jeff and Jim Kitchen. Cathy then fell in love again with the late John “Jack” Ripper later in life and they got married in September 2005 and they shared 17 happy years together. Loving mother of Jeff...

Marion Linn of Farmington Hills passed away peacefully on September 18, 2023. Devoted wife to the late Larry for 59 years. Cherished mother to Randy (Jane) Linn, Terry Linn, David (Barbara) Linn, Gary (Debra) Linn, Douglas (Susan) Linn, and Steven (Kendra) Payette-Linn. Loving grandmother of Jennifer, Brian, Heather, Meagan, Erica, and Andrea. Beloved great-grandmother to 8 who were very dear to Marion. She enjoyed Knitting and painting ceramics in her spare time. She also had a deep love...

Carol J. Sterling, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed at age 92 into eternal life on June 19, 2023. Carol was born on August 21, 1930, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Emma and Homer Bashford. Carol was preceded in death by Richard (Dick) Sterling, her loving husband of over 56 years. Carol is survived by her three most devoted daughters and sons-in-law: Rene Henriksen (Craig), Sheri Louks (Scott), and Suzanne Olivieri (Antonio). She also...

Carol Ann Leppala passed away on September 10, 2023, at age 64 from Huntington’s disease, following a long and courageous battle. Carol is survived by her beloved husband Wayne for 45 years. Loving mother of Jason, Kimberly, and Nicholas Leppala. Sister of Susan (Steve) Wood and William (Pamela) Eland. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, who all were very dear to Carol. Visitation is Wednesday, September 13, 2023, from 6 – 8 pm at the Thayer- Rock Funeral...

Jack McCloud passed away at the age of 96, surrounded by his loving family. Jack lived a wonderful life, and was preceded in death by his wife, Shirlee. A dedicated father to Kathie Shaffer and had a very special relationship with his son-in-law, Bill. Jack was a loving grandfather to Maggie and Patrick Gibbons, Billy Jr., and Kristi Shaffer. Some of his greatest joy came from the blessing of his six great-grandchildren: Austin, Billy III, Connor, Elizabeth, Preston McCloud, and Ethan. Jack...

Jacqueline “Jackie” Joyce DiCicco, of Livonia, passed away on August 16, 2023, at 80 years old. Jackie was born on June 25, 1943, to parents Louis and Irene Schulz. Proud wife of Benedetto; Cherished mother of Marisa (Tim), Lisa (Kevin), Mark (Lisa), and Tina; Adored grandmother of Drake (Kaela), Ashley, Shelby (Ken), Max (McKenna), Chase, Jacob, and Jesse; Devoted great-grandmother of Jasmine, Victor, and Abel. Jackie will be remembered for her love of gambling; her favorite...

Dan Hughes, age 80, of Livonia passed away on September 1, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Nancy Hughes, for over 54 years. Loving father of Jeff (Autumn) Hughes and the late Jennifer (Michael) Mancuso. Cherished grandfather of Savannah, Beckett, Mya, Zoe and Reven. Dear brother of Gale (Jack) Brown. Dan retired from Ford Motor Company in 2001, and was an avid golfer during his retirement years. Friends are invited to join the family luncheon following services. 

Robert Faughn Goodman died peacefully at home on September 2, 2023. Bob was born on September 19, 1932, in Paducah, Kentucky to Noel and Opal Goodman, who predeceased him. He was also predeceased by his brother, Dale. Bob married the love of his life, Audrey Joan Brown, and raised four children and enjoyed 61 years of marriage.  Audrey passed away in 2018, leaving an unfillable void in Bob’s life. Bob is survived by children Linda Alessio (Ric), Sharon Shada (Joseph), Vicki McNiff...

ALAN JOHN HILEWSKY, of Oxford, Michigan, passed away on August 21, 2023, at 75 years of age. Alan was born on July 26, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan to parents Alexander and Irene (Koperski) Hilewsky. Proud father of Lara (Ron) Vandekerckhove; Dear grandfather of Jackson, Caty, and Parker, with special mention of Brooke (Gary) Cooper, Julia Vandekerckhove and Drake Vandekerckhove. Cherished brother of Gary (Jan) Hilewsky, Bonnie (the late Frank) McNail, the late Linda Hilewsky, John Hilewsky,...