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 culminated in their marriage in 1949. Bill and Betty went on to have three children, Karen Sage, Robert Santer and Susan Santer, six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Betty...

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 at the Open School!” Former student’s...

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 enjoyed a distinguished career of 42 years with Consumers Power Company.  He married the love of his life, Patricia Ann...

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 wife Janet. He worked for Kroger Foods for fifteen years and then began working for several printing companies before starting his own, Jack Ripper and...

Linda Rae Johnson Age 77, of Commerce Township passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on Friday January 20th, 2023. She was the beloved wife of John Eric Johnson for 47 years, who preceded her in death in 2014. Loving Mother of Kristian Eric (Lauren) Johnson and Marni Rae (Charles) Johnson-McClune. Cherished grandmother of Connor McClune, Laine Johnson, Max Johnson and Emersen Johnson. Dear sister of Bill...

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 baseball. He received his Master’s in Business Administration at the University of Detroit. Dennis was a hospital administrator for many years, starting...

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 up until her death in 2019.  Fun-loving and reliable, Don was a dedicated brother, father, grandfather, uncle, friend, and...

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. Awesome uncle of Jenna, Julia, Nathaniel, Paisly, Norah and Elliot. Also, survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Eric was an avid movie fan, and enjoyed bowling and traveling.   The Leppala family will receive guests at the funeral home on...

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 Michigan University focusing on communications Minor in Philosophy in 1988. David was a passionate and innovative...

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 Marie (the late Stefan) Rokoszak and Michael (Chris) Malaniak.  Sister-in-law of Stella...