Obituaries

Sep 30, 2023

Jacquelyn Tracy Mignone, age 78, passed away peacefully at her home in Texas. Jacquelyn was born on February 15, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, daughter of Frank and Julia Duplay, though she spent most of her life in the Detroit, Michigan area.

Jacquelyn is preceded in death by her parents and her sister Judith.She is survived...

Sep 26, 2023

Mary Louise (née Recor) Burns, age 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 surrounded by her loving husband and children. Mary was born in Detroit, MI, the daughter of Jack and Margaret (Ryan) Recor. She married the love of her life, James Burns in 1953 and they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary in August. Mary and Jim...

Sep 19, 2023

Don Klemm of Oakland Township, Michigan, age 85, passed away on September 19, 2023 at Blossom Springs. Don was born on January 13, 1938, the son of Joseph and Michalina (Garstecki) Klemm. He was a Research Aquatic Biologist at the Ecosystems Research Branch. He also served our country in the Air Force. Don loved the outdoors, traveled all over...

Sep 16, 2023

Virgil James Laurain, age 92, passed away on Sat., Sept. 16, 2023 at his home. Virgil was born Feb 12, 1931 in River Rouge, MI., the son of Archibald & Eva (Page) Laurian. He married the former Mary Ann Boland 1953 and she preceded him in death on June 2, 2023. Virgil served his country in the Marines in...

Sep 14, 2023

Mickie Hoefer, age 65, a longtime resident of Washington Township, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan. Mickie was born August 21, 1958 in Almont, Michigan, the daughter of Harvey McDonald and Margaret (Strouse) McDonald. Mickie graduated from Eisenhower High School in 1976, then worked as a Machine Operator for...

Sep 6, 2023

Agnes Marie Hopp, age 94, of Washington, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023, in her home surrounded by her family. Agnes was born September 5, 1929, in Detroit, the daughter of Joseph and Eva (Perry) McInerney. She met Harold Hopp in 1947, son of George and Ina (Balch) Hopp, of Washington through a mutual friend and it was love...

Sep 3, 2023

Lester Edwin Knust, age 80, a local resident of Almont, passed away on Sunday September 3, 2023 in Leonard, Michigan. Lester was born April 13, 1943, the son on Walter H. and Ethel (Sutton) Knust. Lester was a graduate of Romeo High School. He then married Barbara Ebeling on August 27, 1966 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Imlay...

Aug 26, 2023

Thomas Gerald Petz, also known as Tom, passed away on August 26, 2023, at the age of 82. Tom lived a full life and brought his unique charm and wit to every corner of his humble journey. Throughout his 61 years of unwavering partnership with his beloved wife, Roberta, their bond remained unbreakable, serving as a radiant example to...

Aug 25, 2023

Christian Edward Bressler, age 30, formerly of Romeo, Michigan, passed away on Friday August 25, 2023 in Alaska. Christian was born January 16, 2023 in Middletown New York, the son of Timothy and Victoria (VanPelt) Bressler. Christian graduated from Romeo High School in 2011. On March 25, 2013 he was sworn in to the United States Air Force. Christian...

Aug 19, 2023

Christine Sue Martin, age 75, a resident of Richmond, Michigan, passed away August 19, 2023 in Romeo, Michigan. Christine was born July 22, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Billy Lee Baker and Helen Jean Aldridge.

Chris had a love for people! She enjoyed talking (to almost anyone), cooking, reading and loved watching her...

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,...