Obituaries

Jun 6, 2024

Nancy A. Richmond, age 88, a long time resident of Washington passed away tragically on June 6, 2024. Nancy was born December 9, 1935 in Pontiac, Michigan the daughter of John and Marjorie (Trumble) Phillips.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Richmond.

Nancy worked for A&P Grocery Store...

Jun 6, 2024

Crystal A. Brunn, age 63, a longtime resident of Auburn Hills, Michigan passed away tragically on June 6, 2024. Crystal was born February 20, 1961 the daughter of Paul and Nancy Richmond.

She was in the food and beverage industry for many years. Crystal loved her time with her grandchildren. Crystal has been traveling and...

Jun 3, 2024

Robert Ernest Lotan, age 69, of Mussey Township, formerly of Ray Township, died Monday, June 3, 2024 in Troy, MI. Robert also went by several nicknames - Bob or Bobby.

He was born November 25, 1954 in Detroit, MI to the late Robert William Lotan and Rita Caroline Syrowik. He was raised in Detroit until...

Jun 2, 2024

Edward J. Kretz , a resident of Washington, Michigan since 1971, and formerly of Detroit, Michigan passed away on June 2nd. He was 88 years old.

Edward was a loving husband and father, dedicated to his wife, Marguerite. They were married for 67 years. He instilled in his children the values of love, hard work, helping others,...

Jun 1, 2024

Richard Hall, age 82, passed away on June 1, 2024, at Fawcett Hospital in Port Charlotte, FL with family by his side. Richard was born on January 25, 1942, son of Granville and Stella (Maciag) Hall.

Richard was retired from Chrysler for several years. He enjoyed collecting Coke Cola memorabilia which he displayed proudly.

May 23, 2024

Donald R. Schultz, age 94, a resident of Washington, Michigan since 1990, and formerly of Fraser, Michigan, passed away Thursday May 23, 2024 at Vista Springs Assisted Living in Washington Township. Donald was born December 28, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Walter and Josephine Schultz. Donald married Louise E. Herzog on September 17, 1949 and enjoyed 57...

May 20, 2024

James Theodore “Ted” Auffenorde, age 74, passed away Monday, May 20, 2024 at Orion Oaks Assisted Living in Lake Orion, Michigan. Ted was born on March 15, 1950 to James Edward and Lee (Evans) Auffenorde of Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania. He was the oldest of their five children.

Although he was born and raised in Pennsylvania,...

May 19, 2024

Brenda Sue Raines, age 76, a 32 year resident of Shelby Township, Michigan, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024 at her home. Brenda was born April 27, 1948 in Knoxville Tennessee, the daughter of Amos Paul and Helen Louise (Sharp) Emert. Brenda married Kenneth E. Raines September 28, 2001 at their property in Shelby Township. Brenda was self employed...

May 15, 2024

Frank P. Prainito, age 71, a Romeo resident for over 40 years, passed away suddenly & peacefully in Rochester, MI on May 15th, 2024. He was born on August 16th, 1952, in Detroit, son of Frank and Rosemary (Carta) Prainito.

Born with a heart of gold, Frank's life was defined by his unwavering dedication to...

May 1, 2024

Robert W. DeRiemaecker, age 74, a Dryden resident for many years, passed away suddenly at home on May 1, 2024. Robert was born on July 19, 1949, in Mt.Clemens, son of Albert and Gilberte (Dolfen) DeRiemaecker.

Bob is a 30+ year retiree from Ford Motor Company, he retired in 2012. Bob loved being with his family and...

Apr 29, 2024

Joyce M. Fogler, age 93, a resident of Rochester, Michigan, passed away April 29, 2024 at The Orchards of Armada. Joyce was born May 5, 1930 in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the daughter of John and Helen (Newbar) Hotchkiss. Joyce enjoyed selling produce, and loved her home.

Joyce is survived by her 5 children, Linda (Ray) Dupuie, Judy...

Apr 26, 2024

Beloved Mother and Friend, Jennie Krawchuk was called home on April 26, 2024. Born on December 25, 1937, she is survived by her children Fred Theodore III and his spouse Mila, Kenneth Paul, Marie Ann and Gerald Michael and grandchildren Caden James, Kenneth Paul Jr. and Helena Sophia. Jennie received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of...

Apr 24, 2024

Robert D. Harrow, age 74, a lifelong Romeo resident, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Serene Gardens of Imlay City. Robert was born June 30, 1949 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Clifford and Geraldine (Moline) Harrow. Robert was a 1967 graduate of Almont High School. He then married Joanne Micks, and they enjoyed 55 years together. Through...

Apr 24, 2024

Benjamin Francis Wrobel, age 32, a 14 year resident of Grand Rapids, formerly of Almont, passed away surrounded by the love of his family, in the comfort of his childhood home, on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Benjamin was born on August 20, 1991, in Deerfield Beach, Florida, the son of John and Paula (Reiss) Wrobel. Ben was a 2009...

Apr 21, 2024

Carl F. “Dutch” Morris, age 87, a 57 year resident of Leonard, Michigan, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Vista Springs Washington Place. Carl was born September 21, 1936 in Arcadia, Kansas, the son of Ray and Florence (Davenport) Morris. Carl married Lois Bechtel on April 26, 1958 in Utica, Michigan. During his working years, Carl mostly did...

Apr 20, 2024

It is with heavy hearts to announce the death of Gary Lee Orr of Romeo on April 20, 2024. He was 80 years old.

Gary was born on January 2, 1944, in Almont, Michigan. He graduated from Romeo High School in 1962. Gary married the love of his life, Sharon Hagedorn, on April 10, 1965. They welcomed...

Apr 14, 2024

Vicki L. Miracle, age 70, a 5 year resident of Port Huron, Michigan, passed away April 14, 2024 at Corewell Health Hospital of Troy. Vicki was born May 7, 1953, in Pontiac, Michigan, the daughter of James and Genevieve (Tabowski) Bradford. Vicki was a 1971 graduate of Ortonville High School, then owned the Blue Gill Motel and Grandma’s Kitchen....

Apr 14, 2024

Jean Marie Perala , age 78, a one year resident of Almont, and formerly of New Hudson, Michigan, passed away on a beautiful Sunday, April 14, 2024, at home surrounded by family. Jean was born January 3, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Harry Gus and Rachel Aitken (Elliot) Alsbury. Jean owned a family produce stand, which she...

Apr 11, 2024

John C. Dehring, age 69, a resident of Lapeer for the last 5 years and previously from Armada, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at McLaren-Flint Hospital. John was born October 27, 1954 in Detroit, the son of Paul Gregory and Barbara (DeShryer) Dehring. After graduating from Armada High School and working on the family farm, (Madonna Meadows...

Apr 10, 2024

George Arthur Braman, age 76, passed away April 10, 2024, at his home.

A 39-year resident of Romeo and Washington, George was born July 16, 1947 in Alma, Michigan to parents Lester and Helen (nee Gilbert) Braman. He was proud of his upbringing on the 160-acre family farm outside of Middleton, Michigan. Milking cows and...