Obituaries

Patricia Marie Pitt

Patricia Marie Pitt

Sep 27, 2025

Patricia Marie Pitt

May 3, 1960 - September 27, 2025Patricia Marie Pitt, age 65, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Patricia was born May 3, 1960 to her parents Matthew and Bridget Shields. 

Patricia came from a very big, and warm loving family, being one of six children. She...

Robert R. Witte

Robert R. Witte

Sep 27, 2025

Robert R. Witte passed away on September 27, 2025 after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and determination. Rob was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Lorraine Witte, and is survived by his brother Larry (Susan) Witte. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 46 years and best friend, Nan, and...

Nancy G. Ray

Nancy G. Ray

Sep 22, 2025

Nancy G. Ray, age 67 a lifelong Romeo resident passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 at Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital. Nancy was born on July 6, 1958 the daughter of Merle and Joann (Keller). She was a graduate of Romeo High School the class of 1976. She worked for many years as a library tech for the Macomb...

Evelyn M. Stier

Evelyn M. Stier

Sep 21, 2025

Evelyn Marie (Ford) Stier August 30, 1939 – September 21, 2025

Our family is heartbroken to announce Evelyn (Ev) Marie (Ford) Stier left us and went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 21, 2025.

Evelyn was born August 30th, 1939 in the heart of Detroit. In 1953 her father Edward Ford, moved...

Donald William Spanske

Donald William Spanske

Sep 20, 2025

Donald William Spanske, passed away on September 20, 2025 at his home in Bruce Township, Michigan.

Don served in the Navy for 2 years 1955-57 on the USS Smalley. Coming home Don worked as a construction worker until he began an apprenticeship as a carpenter for skilled trades with the UAW. Shortly afterwards he was hired in at the Chrysler Sterling...

Marion L. Smith

Marion L. Smith

Sep 18, 2025

Marion Lucille Smith, age 84, of Clarkston Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at McLaren Oakland Hospital with family members by her side during her final moments.

Born June 9, 1941 in Randolph, Vermont. Marion was the daughter of the late Howard H. and Mollie (Booth) Smith. She was a 1959 graduate of Whitcomb High School in her...

Douglas Sladen Card

Douglas Sladen Card

Sep 7, 2025

Douglas Card passed away on September 7, 2025. Born July 21, 1948, Doug was a lifelong resident of Romeo. He was the son of Llewellyn and Kathleen Card and younger brother of Stuart Card. Doug will be remembered for his keen intellect, remarkable sense of curiosity, humor and optimistic nature. He recognized even as a child how special it was to...

Janet Sue Chambers

Janet Sue Chambers

Sep 7, 2025

Janet Sue Chambers, age 58, of Almont, MI, entered into God’s eternal care on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Beaumont Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on December 23, 1966, Janet was a cherished daughter of Kay and Gene Zajko. On May 18, 1990, she married the love of her life, Brian Chambers, and together they built a beautiful life...

Walter George Deaner

Walter George Deaner

Sep 2, 2025

Walter George Deaner died on September 2, 2025. Walter was born on November 25, 1951 to Harvey and Lilly Deaner. He graduated from Romeo High School in 1970. Wally, as most of his friends called him, served in the US Army. After his service, he worked at a plastic manufacturer that supplied the auto industry and helped on the family...

William John Strachan

William John Strachan

Sep 2, 2025

William John Strachan, age 89, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at The Bells Assisted Living in Almont. Bill was born October 3, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of William and Helen (Menzer) Strachan. Bill married Patricia Stephenson, and they enjoyed 67 years of marriage before her passing on March 6, 2024.

Bill attended Cass Tech High School. After graduation,...

Norman Leo Martin

Norman Leo Martin

Aug 26, 2025

Norman Leo Martin, 74, was welcomed into the arms of his Lord on August 26, 2025. He was

born May 16, 1951, the son of Edwin and Dorothy (McElroy) Martin.

Norman proudly served his country in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. He entered the Army

requesting training in diesel mechanics. He excelled at Wheel Vehicle and Track Vehicle

mechanics. He also received commendations for...

Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson

Aug 25, 2025

Robert Johnson entered his eternal life on August 25, 2025 at the young at heart age of 89. He was born to Morris and Margaret (Arzoomanian) Johnson.

Bob retired from GM after a 31-year career, having worked in quality assurance in the Chevrolet Division. However, he was not an“all work and no play” kind of guy. Bob actively displayed a zest...

Charles J. Donoso

Charles J. Donoso

Aug 22, 2025

Charles John Donoso, affectionately known as “Chuck” or “Chief,” passed away at home on August 22, 2025, in Romeo, Michigan, surrounded by his loving wife and daughters. He was 87 years old.



Born on June 19, 1938, in Lilly, Pennsylvania, Charles was the son of the late Angeline (Rimini) and Severino Donoso. He is survived by Volena, his devoted wife of...

Mary J. Bentley

Mary J. Bentley

Aug 17, 2025

Mary J. Bentley, beloved mother, grandma, great-grandma, and aunt passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025 at the age of 99. She was a longtime resident of Romeo, Michigan. Born on December 18, 1925 to Frank and Edra Hamilton, she married Frederick (Ted) Bentley on January 11, 1947. They had four children, Linda, Jane, Jean, and Ted.

Mary worked at National...

Margaret Ann Schramm

Margaret Ann Schramm

Aug 6, 2025

Margaret Ann (Kemp) Schramm, aged 88, was joined into the love of her Lord Jesus Christ on August 6, 2025. A resident of Romeo, Michigan for 59 years, she was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose passion for the Lord guided her entire life.

The daughter of Paul and Gertrude Kemp of Pontiac, MI, Margaret was born on...

Christa R. Fritz

Christa R. Fritz

Aug 2, 2025

Christa Renate Fritz

February 20, 1945 – August 2, 2025

Christa Renate Fritz, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025. She was 80 years old.

Born on February 20, 1945 in Nuremburg, Germany, Christa was the cherished daughter of Alois and Frieda Wolf. In 1964, she bravely left her homeland and moved to Romeo, Michigan, where she began a...

Bryan Gayle Nagy

Bryan Gayle Nagy

Aug 1, 2025

Bryan Gayle Nagy, age 38, a lifelong resident of Almont, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025 in Lapeer, Michigan. Bryan was born May 7, 1987 in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the son of Kenneth Gayle and Claudia Jean (Sanborn) Nagy. Bryan was a 2005 graduate of Almont High School. He then went on to Macomb Community College to obtain his Associate...

Sylvia Janet Medley

Sylvia Janet Medley

Jul 27, 2025

Sylvia Janet Medley, age 84, of Romeo, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Sylvia was best known as “Medley’s Greenhouses” on the Royal Oak Market. She was a cherished fixture in the community and recognized for her warm smile, hardworking spirit and her legendary produce and flowers. Sylvia grew up with...

Paul E. Garland

Paul E. Garland

Jul 23, 2025

Paul Edwin Garland, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 23,2025, at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and resilience.

Born on March 4, 1944, in Melvindale, Michigan, Paul graduated from Waterford Kettering High School. He attended Oakland University and later proudly earned his bachelor’s degree from Spring Arbor College.

Paul began...

Carolyn Anne Anthony

Carolyn Anne Anthony

Jul 19, 2025

CAROLYN ANNE ANTHONY, born on March 6, 1939, the daughter of John and Anna Jane (Ruen) Wolf. As a young child, Carolyn moved with her parents to Saginaw MI, where she was raised and graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1957. Carolyn went on to attend Saint Mary’s College in South Bend, IN, before transferring to Michigan State University...