Obituary Listing

Apr 21, 2023

Connie Drew Ray passed away April 21, 2023 at the age of 66.  She was born August 11, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan to Jonathan and Scharlyne Drew.  Beloved mother of Brandon (Katelyn) Ray and the late Kristin Ray.  Loving grandmother of Jason and one on the way.  Dearest sister of Craig (Donna) Drew.  Cherished aunt of Danielle (Scott) Stiegemeier,...

Apr 2, 2023

Nicole Rae Doerr passed away unexpectedly early in the morning on Sunday April 2nd, 2023, from a pulmonary embolism.  She was in Niagara, New York doing something that she loved: judging a dance competition. She is survived by her mother Sally J. Doerr of Northville, her dad John Doerr and stepmother Barb Doerr of Cass City and step-sister Samantha,...

Mar 30, 2023

Elyse Anne Barnum, a resident of Southfield, passed away March 30, 2023.  She was born June 23, 1956 in Royal Oak, Michigan to Herbert and Rose Barnum.  Beloved sister of Michael (Akiko Shina) Barnum, Sherry (the late Stephen) Keller, and Brian Barnum.  Per Elyse's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this...

Mar 27, 2023

Thomas Hayden Ensor V, of Farmington passed away suddenly on March 27, 2023 at the age of 41.  He was born August 16, 1981 in Grosse Pointe, Michigan.  Tom graduated from Farmington High School in 2000 and went on to receive a BA from the University of Michigan Dearborn. Prior to working in the automotive industry he...

Mar 26, 2023

Richard R. Rudorffer of Farmington Hills, Michigan passed away on March 26, 2023 at the age of 97. Richard was born in Detroit, Michigan to the loving parents Richard and Bertha in September of 1925.  Growing up in Detroit, Richard attended Wilbur Wright High School. After graduating, Richard began working as a Processing Engineer at Ford Motor...

Mar 22, 2023

Jane Marie Bin of Farmington Hills passed away peacefully on March 22, 2023 at age 56.

Beloved daughter of Edwin Bin and the late Lucille Bin.  Dear sister of Sheila (Dan) Burke, Mark Bin, Tina (Mike) Tremblay, Michael (Erika) Bin.  Loving Partner of Jim Reno.  Proud auntie JJ to Sean, Kyle, Christopher, Samantha, Timothy, Audreana,...

Mar 9, 2023

Funeral Service will be held on March 21, 2023, at 10AM at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home (33603 Grand River Ave. Farmington MI 48335).

Zoom will begin once the service begins at 10am - https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84555189910?pwd=RjM3OVZyQ0F0ZkU2UDBSeVk3NEJ2Zz09

"Instead of getting mad, remember our rule!" —"Yes it's possible at the Open! Yes it's possible at the Open! Yes it's possible...

Mar 9, 2023

John L Ripper, better known as Jack, son of Florence and Clarence, passed away at the age 87 on March 9, 2023. Jack grew up in Dearborn, Michigan, with his older sister Dore (pre-deceased). He ran track in high school and enjoyed hunting with his father. Jack graduated from Michigan State University and then moved to Livonia with his...

Mar 8, 2023

John Raymond Robbins, age 91, of Farmington Hills, Michigan, passed away on March 8, 2023. John was born the oldest of three children to Raymond and Margaret Robbins in Detroit, Michigan on January 20, 1932.  After John graduated from East Detroit High School in 1950, he enlisted in the 82nd Airborne Division of the United States Army.  John later...

Mar 6, 2023

Betty Margaret Santer, 96, of Novi, Michigan, passed away on March 6, 2023.

Betty was born on July 15, 1926 to Guy and Myrtle Winters of Farmington, Michigan, and graduated from Farmington High School in 1944.

In 1945, Betty met Bill Santer, just home from World War II. Bill and Betty began a romance that...

Mar 2, 2023

Don "Duck" Taylor from Redford Township joined his beloved wife, Bobbie Lou, in Heaven on Mar. 2, 2023.  Don was born on March 13, 1941, passing away just days before his 82nd birthday.  Don was committed and loyal to his family and friends.  His wife was the absolute light of his life and they shared 55 wonderful years together...

Mar 2, 2023

Leppala, Eric J., passed away March 2, 2023 at the age of 38. Eric was the wonderful son of Norman E. Leppala and Janette (James) Mansfield. Best brother to Pattye (Charles) Givens and Janet (Patrick Holt) Leppala. A wesome uncle of Jenna, Julia, Nathaniel, Paisly, Norah and Elliot. Also, survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Eric was an...

Feb 26, 2023

Dennis Edward Sal, age 80, passed away peacefully in his home in Farmington on February 26, 2023. Dennis grew up in Hamtramck and moved to Livonia to start his family. He was a cherished father who attended every one of his kids' hockey games and school events. He was a graduate of University of Detroit, where he enjoyed playing...

Feb 23, 2023

Marcella Dzmelyk of Farmington Hills passed away February 23, 2023 at the age of 91.  She was born November 10, 1931 in Jersey City, New Jersey to Wasyl and Stefanie Malaniak.  Beloved wife of the late Samuel.  Loving mother of Brian Dzmelyk.  Dearest grandmother of Erica (Jeremy) Wells and Kelly Dzmelyk.  Dear great-grandmother of Hailey and Scarlett.  Sister of...

Feb 21, 2023

Thelma Mott Ruckhaber had many loves!  From an early age, she dreamed of being a teacher.  She taught for seven years, loving every minute of it.  She was married for 58 years to her doting husband Charles.  She loved her three children Catherine, Joan and Jeremy (Kim).  She loved her grandchildren Mitchell, Chase and Jake.  She loved The United...

Feb 17, 2023

William J. Stringer was a caring Grandfather, Dad, Brother, Colleague and Friend. Bill left this world suddenly on February 17, 2023. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Mary Ellen, and he continued to love and honor her through the care of his children and grandchildren. Bill was born to William and Elizabeth Stringer on April 15, 1947. After...

Feb 16, 2023

John Edward Heinonen died February 16, 2023, age 83. John was born on June 14, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Matt and Edna Heinonen. He married Carol Jane Ruotanen on April 8,1961. They raised their family in Milford, and then after retirement, resided in Howell. He is preceded in death by his parents Matt and...

Feb 10, 2023

LIVINGSTONE, DAVID BRUCE, of Farmington, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023, at 59 years old. David was born on March 4, 1963, in Detroit, Michigan to parents David Stanley and Phyllis (née Hayward) Livingstone. David attended Harrison High School in Farmington, MI. Following his high school graduation, David had earned his BFA English from Western...

Feb 6, 2023

Hermine von Sonnleithner was born on February 9, 1939, in Berlin, Germany and passed February 6, 2023 at the age of 83.  Her father was named Franz and her mother was also named Hermine.  She was the second of four children in her family.  Dolores was her sister; Gerd and Michael were her younger brothers.  Hermine's family...

Feb 5, 2023

Michael (Mike) Kern passed away peacefully on Sunday February 5, 2023 at the age of 74. He was with Dianne, his devoted wife of 50 years.  Mike was the oldest of 6 children born to George and Betty Kern of Farmington, Michigan. He is survived by his daughter Rachel, son Matt (Kristina), son Pete (Sarah), and grand-daughter Loren.  Mike...