Obituaries

Marlene C. Springstube

Marlene C. Springstube

Dec 13, 2025

Marlene C. Springstube, age 80, a resident of Romeo since 1978, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Shelby Comfort Care in Shelby Township. Marlene was born August 28, 1945 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Peter and Patricia Serafini. Marlene attended St Augustine High School in Detroit, graduating class of 1963. On November 14, 1964, she married Donald Springstube...

James Edward Palonis

James Edward Palonis

Dec 13, 2025

James Edward Palonis, age 90, a resident of Washington, Michigan, passed away Saturday December 13, 2025 at Vista Springs of Washington. James was born November 29, 1935, the son of Stanley and Florence (Glowezwski) Palonis. He attended St. Anthony's High School in Detroit. He went to Wayne State University, where he obtained his Master’s Degree in Education. James taught for...

Lawrence E. Mihalek

Lawrence E. Mihalek

Dec 10, 2025

Lawrence Edward Mihalek, a devoted resident of Dryden, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the age of 72.

Lawrence, born on January 22, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, joined his mother at Bundy Tubing as a millwright. He dedicated over 30 years to the company before retiring.

He is survived by his loving family, including Michelle Woodward, Andy (Andrea)...

Felicia Iacono

Felicia Iacono

Dec 9, 2025

On December 9. 2025, Felicia Iacono passed away surrounded by family after a long illness. Felicia was born in Detroit on April 25, 1937, the third child of Dominic and Lauretta (Marini) Randolfi. She graduated from Saint Gregory Catholic High School in 1955. After graduation, she worked as a hospital medical transcriptionist.

Felicia married Giovanni “John” Iacono in Detroit on October...

Sue Ann Last

Sue Ann Last

Dec 7, 2025

Sue Ann (Theisen) Last, age 74, passed away unexpectedly on December 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 29, 1951, in Port Washington, Wisconsin, Sue grew up in nearby Belgium and carried the warmth of her Midwestern roots with her throughout her life. She was a longtime resident of Washington Township, Michigan.

Sue is survived by her devoted...

Theresa Marie Manning

Theresa Marie Manning

Dec 1, 2025

Theresa (Terrie) Marie Manning, age 97, a resident of Almont, passed away Monday, December 1, 2025 . Terrie would have been 98 on December 5th. Terry was born December 5, 1927 in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Simon and Bertha (Wasniak) Sante. Though originally from Cleveland, she moved to Michigan to be near her sister Rita. She then met Douglas...

Gabino Rodriguez Rangel

Gabino Rodriguez Rangel

Nov 29, 2025

Gabino Rodriguez Rangel “ En esta vida lo abrazaste con amor liberalo de todo mal y dale descanso eterno dale la bienvenida al paraíso donde no habrá tristeza ni dolor si no plenitud de paz y amor.. Amén

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 3-8 pm, the Rosary will begin at 7 pm, at the Henry M. Malburg...

Rene Ann Baltzer

Rene Ann Baltzer

Nov 24, 2025

Rene A. Baltzer

July 26, 1942 – November 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Rene Ann Baltzer, who left this world peacefully on November 24, 2025, at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital’s hospice unit. She was 83 years old.

Born on July 26, 1942 to Edward and Elizabeth (Moore) Baumgarten, Rene graduated from Mt....

Daniel Joseph Hier

Daniel Joseph Hier

Nov 23, 2025

Daniel Joseph Hier September 1, 1951 – November 23, 2025

Daniel Joseph Hier, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully,aged 74, on November 23, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan.

Born on September 1, 1951, at Camp Carson, Colorado, Dan grew up with an adventurous spirit that never faded. He was an avid outdoorsman and craftsman, who found joy in camping...

Nancy C. Vlaz

Nancy C. Vlaz

Nov 22, 2025

 Nancy Vlaz (nee Polglase) a resident of Washington Township since 1972, passed away peacefully on November 22,2025 at Corewell Troy Hospital. Nancy was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 4, 1938 to Kenneth and Donna Polglase. She is survived by her devoted husband of 65 years, James (JD) Vlaz. and her two children Richard (Doris) Vlaz of Oxford, MI and Holly...

William Richard Wagner

William Richard Wagner

Nov 18, 2025

William Richard Wagner, age 81, a longtime resident of Armada, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mount Clemens. Bill, the 3rd of 10 children, was born on June 21, 1944 in Ferndale, MI to Friedrich and Esther (Steinkraus) Wagner. In 1952, while living in Armada with his family, Bill met Janine B. Mills when her...

Linda Lane Pillot

Linda Lane Pillot

Nov 18, 2025

Linda Lane Pillot, age 74, of Almont, Michigan passed away on the morning of November 18, 2025. She was born in Charleston, West Virginia to Dorothy Ileen (Jones) Smith and Clifford Lawrence Smith. Throughout her career, Linda worked in multiple school districts in various capacities, including elementary teacher. Her hobbies included woodworking, stained glass, crocheting, and traveling. She was known...

Thomas Charles Schuch

Thomas Charles Schuch

Nov 17, 2025

Thomas Charles Schuch of Lenox Township went to be with the Lord on November 17, 2025, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 15, 1942, Tom lived a life marked by love, hard work, and devotion to his family.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Margo, with whom he joyfully celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary this...

James Edward Cornell Jr.

James Edward Cornell Jr.

Nov 16, 2025

James Edward Cornell Jr.

February 16, 1935 – November 16, 2025

  James Edward Cornell Jr., age 90, a lifelong resident of Romeo went to be with the Lord on Sunday November 16, 2025. He passed away at home with his family by his side. Jim was born to James & Irene (Hayward) Cornell Sr, on February 16, 1935 in Brown City,...

Roy Carl Linden

Roy Carl Linden

Nov 14, 2025

Roy Carl Linden, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and devoted Christian, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025. Born on May 6, 1952, Roy embodied the spirit of a true gentle giant throughout his life, grounded by his unwavering relationship with the Lord.

Life and Legacy

A proud 100% Swede standing 6 feet 5 inches tall, Roy was often described as a...

Delphine Diane Gallagher

Delphine Diane Gallagher

Nov 14, 2025

Delphine Diane Gallagher (Warehall), 82, of Washington Township, MI died on November 14, 2025 in Rochester, MI. She was born April 20, 1943 to Michael and Sophie (Lipa) Warehall in Detroit, Michigan. She grew up on Detroit's East Side with her extended Polish family of many aunts and uncles and over 40 cousins. She worshiped with her family at St Anthony...

Lawrence E. Welch Jr.

Lawrence E. Welch Jr.

Nov 8, 2025

Lawrence E. Welch, Jr., age 70, a lifelong resident of Romeo, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025 at his home in Romeo. Lawrence was born June 12, 1955 in Mount Clemens, the son of Lawrence E. Sr, and Beatrice (Parkin) Welch. Lawrence attended Romeo Schools. After high school, he got a job in the automotive industry where he worked until...

Diana S. Schapman

Diana S. Schapman

Oct 29, 2025

Diana S. Schapman, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Born in Detroit on November 4, 1945, and raised in Hamtramck, Diana is the daughter of Edward and Sophie Nowaczyk.



Diana witnessed early on how the families on Lilac Street worked together toward a common goal. From attending church and celebrating holidays to finding work and forming lifelong friendships...

Marjorie Winona Kerr

Marjorie Winona Kerr

Oct 25, 2025

Marjorie Winona Kerr, age 93, a longtime resident of Clarkston, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025 in Richmond, Michigan. Marjorie was born March 19, 1932 in Pontiac, the daughter of Joseph L. and Nettie L. (Hardeman) Usery. Marjorie married George Kerr. Marjorie worked as a cook for Waterford Schools for many years. She enjoyed many hobbies, such as camping, morel...

Stephen W. Sobanski

Stephen W. Sobanski

Oct 24, 2025

Stephen W. Sobanski, age 69, a resident of Washington, Michigan, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025 in Lapeer. Stephen was born January 3, 1956, in Hamtramck, the son of Benjamin W. and Irene C. (Dziurlikowski) Sobanski.

Stephen married Margaret E. Sobanski (Northey) at St. Joseph’s of Detroit on July 18th, 1981. He worked as a Telecommunications Manager for Sears Holdings and...