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Josephine Abdo

Josephine Abdo

Mar 2, 2026

Josephine Abdo, loving wife of the late Victor Abdo, passed away on March 2, 2026.

Beloved mother of Mary (Greg) Winokur, Barb, Debbie (Brian) McAndrew, Suzan, Carrie (Dan) Pilot and Robert (Amy). Loving grandmother to Marty (Crystal) Gorton II, Jaclyn (Riaz) Sheriff, Sam (Jackie) Gorton, Zack (Kailyn), Ben (Cady) and Ethan (Danielle); her great-grandchildren, Griffin and Presley Gorton, Zaire and Zayn...

Irene "Nana" Drott

Irene "Nana" Drott

Dec 24, 2025

Age 94

Beloved wife of the late Bob Drott for 63 years. Dear sister of Linda Falcon and the late Carol Coggins, and late John Harris. Loving Mom of Terri (Dennis) Golla. Loving Grandma "Nana" to Derrick (Emily) Golla and Great Grandma "Nana" to Sophie and Hannah. She was dearly loved and will be missed by all that knew her. Per...

Thomas D. Weiland

Thomas D. Weiland

Apr 3, 2026

Thomas passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sofia (“Tony”), in 2018. Together, they shared 60 wonderful years of marriage.

Thomas was a devoted father to Thomas Weiland Jr., CherylAnn (Mike) Patterson, Kathleen (Brian) Bartlett, Linda Weiland, Karan (Scott) Hancock, and Loriann (Ken) Untch. He was a loving and proud grandfather to...

Lanny A. Raper

Lanny A. Raper

Apr 3, 2026

Age 75. 

Beloved husband of Lorraine and the late Beulah. Loving father of Mark, Abraham (Amanda), and the late Michelle, and Ted. Dear step-father of Daniel Shell and Leah (Rick) Salisbury. Cherished grandfather of 13. Adored great-grandpa of 3. Dear brother of Steve (Sue), Mike (Linda), Paulette Rapier, Esther (the late Tim) Woodward, and the late Dennis Roper. Brother-in-law of Lorraine....

Velia Elda Arrambide

Velia Elda Arrambide

Apr 2, 2026

Age 76.

Beloved mother of Marisol Oviedo, Gina Oviedo, Ashley Arrambide, and Aaron Arramide.  Dear grandmother of Steven (Danielle), Brea (Robert Goldman), and Gina Marie. Loving great-grandmother of Ezio and Ezekiel. Adored sister of Elida, Alma, and the late Ernestine. 

Memorial Visitation Thursday, April 16, 2026 2-8pm. Memorial Service 11:30am Friday, April 17, 2026 at the John N. Santeiu & Son, Inc.,...

Karen E. Duncan

Karen E. Duncan

Mar 29, 2026

Karen was born in Dearborn, Michigan on July 14, 1975, at 7:40am. Her twin sister was born at 7:43am. She was called home by Jesus on March 29, 2026, at the age of 50. 

She attended St. Dunstan Parochial Elementary School where she excelled in her academic programs, girl scouts, and participated in many sports. At Garden City High School she...

Lois Evelyn Wilson

Lois Evelyn Wilson

Mar 29, 2026

Age 90

Beloved wife of the late Green for 68 wonderful years. Loving mother of Linda (Jack) Hemmes, Deborah, Kelly (Mark) Downey, and Steven (Terri). Proud grandmother of Nicholas (Lacey), Katrina, Joey (Haley), and Adam. Cherished great-grandmother of Colton, Carson, Dalton, Ashtyn, Kenley, Rylan, and Jayden. Great-great-grandmother of Laniyah. 

The family has chosen a private cremation with burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery...

Margaret A. Ostrowski

Margaret A. Ostrowski

Mar 27, 2026

Margaret Ostrowski was called to her heavenly home on March 27, 2026, at the age of 84—a life marked by steadfast faith, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to her family.

She was born on February 9, 1942, in Wyandotte, Michigan, the eldest of three children born to William Clifford and Loretta Mae (McGuire) Lange. From her earliest days, Margaret’s life was...

Robert "Biker Bob" Sebes

Robert "Biker Bob" Sebes

Mar 27, 2026

Age 79. 

Beloved husband of Carlene for 19 wonderful years. Loving father of Lynnette (Nick) Mousseau, Bob (Nastassia), Deanna Spiteri, and the late Tonya. Proud grandfather of Lexus (Hunter), Bryonna (Kody), Kody Lee, Kenzie, and Ashley (Shawn). Devoted Papa Bob of Gracie, Rylee, Maverick, Autumn, and Brandon. He was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many close family...

Camille Topolski

Camille Topolski

Mar 27, 2026

Age 86.

Camille was born in Detroit on October 07, 1939 to the late Edward and Frances Sliwa. She married David on April 15, 1961 at St. Cunegunda Church in Detroit, Michigan and they lived in Detroit until 1966 when they moved to their current residence in Dearborn Heights.

Camille loved gardening and several times was elected president of the Dearborn Heights...

Paul John Altesleben

Paul John Altesleben

Mar 24, 2026

Paul John Altesleben, age 83, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family and with his beloved wife Judy at his side. Paul was born on September 22, 1942 and was a lifelong resident of Dearborn, Michigan. He graduated from St. Alphonsus High School Class of 1960 and worked as a skilled tradesman for the Ford Motor Company for...

Karen Beth Cooker

Karen Beth Cooker

Mar 22, 2026

Age 66.

Beloved life-long partner of Dave. Loving mother of Jennifer Watkins and Michelle Oehlberg. Proud grandma of Angelia, Landin, Caiden, and Everly. Cherished dog mom of Lucy. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. 

Memorial visitation, Saturday 1:30pm until the 4pm Memorial Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son, Inc., 1139 N. Inkster...

Nancy Lee Beamish

Nancy Lee Beamish

Mar 21, 2026

Age 72.

Nancy was a U.S. Navy Veteran residing in Westland for many years.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Nancy and William Beamish, her two brothers, William and Jerry Beamish, and her fiancé, Kevin W. Smith.  She is survived by her sister, Diane Beamish.  Nancy loved animals and is also survived by her beloved dog, Bennie.

As per Nancy's...

James Taube

James Taube

Mar 20, 2026

Age 79.

After graduating from high school, Jim was drafted into the military and served one year in Vietnam with the First Cavalry Division, stationed out of Fort Hood, Texas. In 1971, he married the love of his life, Mary Ann, and together they shared 54 wonderful years of marriage. Jim dedicated 40 years of hard work to Ford before retiring....

Andrew J. Mikulec

Andrew J. Mikulec

Mar 20, 2026

Age 95. 

Beloved husband of the late Theresa. Loving dad of Tom (Shell), AnnMarie (Peter) Ivanoff, Christine (Neil) Kistler, Paul (Rachel), Peter (Betsey), and MaryEllen (Scott) Walker. Cherished grandpa of Lindsey (Steve) Manza, Michael (Allison), Katie (Mike) McQueen, Jaclyn (Brendan) Price, John Ivanoff, Michelle, Ivanoff, Alex (Katie) Kistler, Garrett (Karina) Kistler, Matilda Mikulec, Edith Mikulec, Frances Mikulec, Zach Mikulec, William Walker,...

Brenda Jane Goerke

Brenda Jane Goerke

Mar 20, 2026

Age 65.

Beloved wife of David for 40 years. Loving mother of Ashley Masterson. Cherished sister of Cindy, Tina, Renee, and Beckey.

Memorial Visitation, Thursday 4-8pm with a 7pm Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son, Inc. Memorial Service, Friday 9:30am until the 10am Memorial Mass at the Divine Child Catholic Church, 1055 N. Silvery Lane at Wilson in Dearborn.

In lieu...

Janice F. Adkins

Janice F. Adkins

Mar 20, 2026

Age 77

Beloved wife of William Adkins. Loving mother of Eric Perez. Cherished grandma of Christina and Janessa. Adored great-grandma of 6. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many family members and friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday March 24, 2026 from 4 pm until the 6 pm Funeral Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son...

Ernest Majestic

Ernest Majestic

Mar 19, 2026

Ernest "Ernie" T. Majestic was born to Steve and Constance on May 20, 1931 in Ubly, Michigan. He was the dear brother of the late Steve (Mary), the late Tony (Patricia), the late Elmer (Lucille), the late Leonard (Dorothy) and Harold (Mary Ellen) and a dear uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Ernie loved to share his childhood stories of working...

Ana Niculcea

Ana Niculcea

Mar 17, 2026

Age 99.

Beloved wife of the late Dumitru.  Loving mother of Felicia (Iulian) Iacob and Moise (Estera) Niculcea.  Adored grandmother of Jacob Niculcea, Michael Niculcea, and Isaac Iacob.  Dear sister of Aurica, Elisabeta, and Marioara. She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed.

Visiting and services on Friday March 27 from 6-8 pm.  Funeral service Saturday March 28 at 10...

Nancy Ann Buterbaugh

Nancy Ann Buterbaugh

Mar 17, 2026

Age 79. 

Beloved wife of David for 56 wonderful years. Loving mother of Kurt (Jill) and the late Kim. Proud grandmother of Regan and Elijah. Adored sister of the late Andrew Repucci. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. 

Visitation Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 2-8pm. Funeral Service Thursday, March 26, 2026 10am at...

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