Obituaries

Aug 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of Leslie (Les) Louis Schlaud: A Life of Innovation, Dedication, and Love.

Leslie (Les) Louis Schlaud, born on January 9, 1943, left this world on August 15, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of resourcefulness, commitment, and boundless love.

A devoted husband, skilled X-ray Tech, renowned "Mr. Fixit," and doting grandfather,...

Aug 11, 2023

Marilyn Nicole Foltz, age 89, a lifelong resident of the Village of Romeo, passed away on August 11, 2023 at Beaumont Hospital of Troy. Marilyn was born February 2, 1934 in Washington Township, Michigan, the daughter of Edward and Mary Majszak. Marilyn was a Probate Court Officer in Macomb County, and also Owned M&J Antique Shop. She was a...

Aug 4, 2023

Sandra Ann Bell, age 71, a lifelong resident of Romeo, Michigan, passed away on August 4, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital- Macomb, in Mount Clemens, Michigan. Sandra was born on June 17, 1952 in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the daughter of Herman and Della (Womble) Bell. She graduated from Romeo Schools in 1970, then worked at Saint Joseph East Hospital...

Aug 1, 2023

MARTHA (KOVACH) PETERSEN of Howell, Michigan, passed peacefully to her Lord on August 1, 2023 surrounded by her family.

She is survived by her children, Michael (Karrie) Petersen and Kimberly (Joseph) Gimmarro; along with her grandchildren, Sarah Petersen, David Petersen, Jack Petersen, and Joseph Gimmarro, sister Helen (Vernon) Peterson, and sisters-in-law Orlean Kovach and Sandra Kovach. She...

Jul 24, 2023

Richard L. Raymond, age 72, a lifelong resident of Romeo, passed away July 24, 2023 in Shelby Township, Michigan. Richard was born March 30, 1951, the son of Thomas and Theodora (Miller) Raymond. Richard was a graduate of Romeo High School. After high school, he was self employed as a landscaper. Richard loved trains and model cars.

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Jul 22, 2023

Thomas Peter Hartsig

May 9, 1927 through July 22, 2023

Tom passed away peacefully in his sleep at Holly Care Homes, in Longview, WA. Tom had a full life, with many accomplishments. He was born in Ann Arbor, MI to the family of Otto and Theresa (McGuire) Hartsig and spent most of his...

Jul 22, 2023

Betty June Trowsse, age 88, a longtime resident of Romeo, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Betty was born on July 31, 1934 in Bad Axe, Michigan, the daughter of Charles and Violet (Cove) Gardner. Betty married Barry C. Trowsse on March 3, 1950 in Royal Oak, Michigan. She also was an Ordained Teacher...

Jul 21, 2023

KENNETH J. HAMPSON, of Armada, MI, passed on July 21, 2023 on his 59th birthday after a long battle with cancer.

Most summer evenings, Ken could be found sitting next to a campfire with an oversized mug of hot coffee or tea and country music quietly playing in the background. He also enjoyed a childhood...

Jul 16, 2023

Vivian G. Kufta, age 102, a 31 year resident of Macomb County, passed away on July 16, 2023 in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Vivian was born July 27, 1920 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Nash) Gould. Vivian married Robert Kufta on March 31, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan. They enjoyed 69 years of marriage before Robert’s passing...

Jul 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of Solomon John Bell

On July 15, 2023, at 10:39 PM Solomon was peacefully called home to be with the Lord. Born in Hartford, Connecticut on February 28, 1960, Solomon was the son of Robert Albert Bell and Meredith Elaine Bell.  The seventh of ten children Solomon relocated to Detroit,...

Jul 12, 2023

We are heartbroken to announce the untimely passing of Jeffrey Charles Adams, age 34, formerly of Ray Township, Michigan. Jeff took his life on Tuesday, July 11, 2023.

Jeff was born on November 21, 1988 to Calvin Adams and Christine Adams (Sarosy).

Jeff had an intensely burning fire within him that shone through...

Jul 11, 2023

Raymond B. Surgalski, age 93, a resident of Washington Township, Michigan, passed away on July 11, 2023 surrounded by family. Raymond was born August 1, 1929, in Hamtramck, Michigan, the son of Benjamin and Mary (Evans) Surgalski. After graduating high school, Raymond joined the Navy. On June 21, 1952, Raymond married Gloria L. Kenney. They enjoyed 69 years of...

Jul 8, 2023

Juli Dawn "Jules" Herfert (née Moore), late of Gaylord Michigan, passed away on July 8,

2023 at Henry Ford Hospital Detroit, with her son holding her hand and her husband by her

side. Her son Ryan and Granddaughter Dylan were able to be with her in her time of passing

surrounding her with...

Jul 6, 2023

Barry Allen Bryant, age 75, a lifelong Bruce Township area resident, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 6, 2023. Barry was born June 27, 1948 in Cario, IL., the son of George and Dorothy (Howard) Bryant. After serving in the Army during the Vietnam War, Barry came back to Bruce Township and married the former Jane Wigley...

Jul 5, 2023

Jul 5, 2023

Roberta Louise Petz, (“Berta”), adoring wife to husband Thomas Petz and loving mother and grandmother, passed away with her family by her side on July 5, 2023 at age 82, after a long courageous battle with lymphoma and AML. Roberta met Thomas in 1961 while they were both working at General Motors. They fell in love instantly and were...

Jun 27, 2023

Stephen Monroe Chapman

It is with broken hearts, we mourn the sudden death of Stephen Monroe Chapman. On June 27, 2023, Steve left our fallen world to meet his Savior in His heavenly home.

If you knew Steve, you knew his lifelong passions. He was loyal to his faith, family, friends,...

Jun 26, 2023

Robert, ‘Rob’ E Butz, age 64, passed away unexpectedly the evening of June 26, 2023.

Rob was the devoted husband to his wife, Terry (Norris) Butz and father to his daughter, Janessa Brown (David) and his son, Joshua Butz (Jaclyn). He was lovingly known as G-pa to his seven grandchildren- Ryley (20), Cameron (19), Kayden...

Jun 21, 2023

Sharon “Sherry” Ann Cischke, age 74, passed away on June 21, 2023 at Ascension Providence Rochester with her husband by her side. Sherry was born on May 28, 1949, daughter of Frank and Barbara (Merritt) Knorp. Her backyard was a little piece of heaven to her, she loved to care for her garden and flowers. Sherry had a wonderful...

Jun 16, 2023

John D. Grapentine, age 71 a longtime resident of Washington Twp. passed away on June 16, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. John was born on March 26, 1952 the son of William & Rachel (Hyypio). On August 2, 1975 he married Wanda. John owned a business called Grapentine Floor Surfacing for many years, and now his...