Obituary Listing

Nov 2, 2026

Donald Van Akin of West Bloomfield passed away on November 2, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on November 26, 1941, in Detroit, Michigan, to Kenneth and Elsie Van Akin.

Donald was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of faith. Throughout his life, he built a career as the owner of a mortgage company, bringing dedication and...

Nov 1, 2026

Jack Thomas Huston, 98, a longtime resident of Commerce Township, Michigan, passed away on November 1, 2026. Born April 16, 1928, in Toledo, Ohio, Jack lived an extraordinary life marked by faith, devotion to family, service to his country, and a pioneering spirit that left a lasting impression on the automotive industry.

Jack began his career as a Merchant Marine, sailing...

Nov 1, 2026

Aleta Mae Clair, age 80, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on November 1, 2026.

Aleta was born June 19, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, to James and Aleta Wilburn. She grew up in the old Brightmoor district of Detroit and graduated from Garden City High School. She went on to study piano at the Detroit Conservatory of Music....

Oct 31, 2026

Michael S. Guzman, 65 years, Detroit MI

July 13, 1961 – October 31, 2026

In 1983 following college and armed with infinite wisdom, Mike embarked on a 12 year sailing journey that transported him around the world, port-to-port, seaside and on foot where he soaked in U.S. coastlines and embraced cultures and life throughout Europe, Asia, Africa and South America. Home was...

Oct 26, 2026

Deborah Ruth Niekamp of Farmington Hills passed away October 26, 2026 at the age of 70. She was born April 15, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan to Virgil and Betty Horton.

Debbie was a woman who found joy in life’s simple pleasures and took pride in everything she did. From baking from scratch to building a career in corporate banking and accounting,...

Oct 25, 2026

Lisa Lemponen, a woman of strength, dignity, and beauty, passed away on Sunday, October 25, with her beloved husband, Jeremy, by her side.

Lisa was a loving and devoted wife to Jeremy Lemponen, the true love of her life. Their love for one another was deep, steadfast, and unmistakable. They were partners in every sense of the word, each other’s greatest...

Oct 18, 2026

Armida B. Tesorero passed away October 18, 2026 at the age of 97.

She was born on December 20, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan to Felix and Teresa Bolotta. She grew up in Highland Park, Michigan.

Beloved wife of the late Abraham J. Tesorero. They were married on October 22, 1949.

Loving...

Oct 5, 2026

Anthony "Tony" V. Grimaldi, age 83, of Farmington Hills, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on October 5, 2026, following a brief battle with lymphoma, and returned home to God.

A devout Catholic, Tony walked faithfully in the light of our Lord and had a special devotion to Saint Padre Pio, who held a meaningful place in...

Sep 28, 2026

Shelly Jean Headlee, of Novi, sadly passed September 28, 2026. She was born July 29, 1956, to Ralph and Shirley Wilson.

Loving mother of Ben, Sara, and Nathan (Savanna) Headlee; Beloved grandmother to Dominik Headlee, Amanda Mackey, Moj Ben Headlee, Ashton Headlee, Mateo and Scarlett Rodriguez, Jelly Spear, and Nathan Headlee; Shelly will be dearly missed by...

Sep 25, 2026

Shirley Brown was born on June 6, 1933 in the Methodist Church's parsonage in North Branch, MI.

She sadly passed away in Farmington Hills on September 25, 2026 at the age of 93.

Shirley lived in Detroit, Livonia, and Farmington Hills throughout her life.

She graduated  from Redford High School and...

Sep 20, 2026

Janet Schlenke, of Novi, sadly passed Sunday, September 20, 2026. She was born March 26, 1957, to Richard and Elizabeth Pauline.

Loving wife to Michael for 47 years; Dear mother of Elizabeth, Joseph (Tobie), and Patrick; Caring sister to Robbie (Richard) Ruland, and Curtis (Kay) Pauline; Beloved grandmother to Olivia, Henry, Calvin, and Henry; Janet will be...

Sep 15, 2026

Dr. Joseph Musial of Farmington passed away suddenly September 15, 2026 at the age of 62.  He was born July 3, 1964 in Dearborn, Michigan to Joseph L. Musial and Joane Musial.

Beloved husband of Nicol Shamey for 27 wonderful years. Devoted father of Jonah Musial.  Dearest brother of Nancy (Lance Carpentier) Kovacs and James (Freda) Musial. ...

Sep 4, 2026

Phil A. "Skip" Lasky, 79, of Farmington, Michigan, passed away on September 4, 2026, just weeks shy of his 80th birthday.

Skip lived the way he believed: a true Spartan at heart, he rose early, lived simply, and stayed active every day. Whether he was on the pickleball court or the golf course, volunteering, deep...

Aug 26, 2026

Karvonen  Ronald W.

August 26, 2026 age 81.

Dearest brother of Joan Karvonen. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Son of the late Waino and Ellen Karvonen.

Ron had a love of sailing. He was also passionate about his music which he shared with his never-ending family of...

Aug 24, 2026

James "Jim" Drury, 84, of South Lyon, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 24, 2026.

Jim was born on Valentine's Day, 1942, in Berkley, Michigan, to Harris and Helen Louise Drury.

Destined to be together since elementary school, Jim married his beloved Darlene Dichtel. They began their lives together in Royal Oak and...

Aug 22, 2026

John "Johnny" Moilanen, of Farmington Hills, tragically passed on August 22, 2026. He was born January 9, 2004, to Craig and Kristin Moilanen.

Beloved son of Kristin; dear brother to Jessica and Emily, and brother-in-law to Cort and Logan; caring grandson to John and Cindy Moilanen and Gordon and Judy Wolter; Johnny will be dearly missed by...

Aug 22, 2026

Loving daughter of the late Frank Maykovich, Jr., and the late Maureen Waack. Dearest sister of Michael (Cindy) Maykovich, the late Steven Maykovich, and the late Laura Kay Kassab.

Loving aunt of Jason, Kevin, and the late Jeannette. Dear friend of Robyn Daane.

Sharon was a proud MSU graduate, lover of all things...

Aug 14, 2026

With great sadness and heavy hearts, we share that Richard John Savage, 78, of Farmington, passed away peacefully at home on August 14, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.

Rich was born on February 13, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late August and Lorraine Savage. He grew up in Roseville, Michigan, as...

Aug 11, 2026

Carl J. Aebersold, of Beverly Hills, MI, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026. He was born on a cold and snowy morning, February 23, 1962, to Fred and Delores Aebersold in Detroit, MI.

Loving and devoted son to Delores; Dear father of Kirk (Ashley); Beloved brother to Jill (David) Yob, Jean (Scott) Lowrance; Caring uncle of...

Aug 4, 2026

On August 4, 2026, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Marlene Theobald, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior at the blessed age of 94. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family.

She is survived by her three daughters Christi Young (Bob), Debbi Rock (Bob), and Kathi...