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Cheryl Ann Hoover-Rasmussen

Cheryl Ann Hoover-Rasmussen

Dec 5, 2025

Age 69.

Passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, in Littleton, Colorado, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on June 28, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan, Cheryl was the daughter of Ruth and Wilbur Hoover and one of five children. Cheryl began her career with the Michigan State Police just two weeks after graduating from high...

Barbara T. Ward

Barbara T. Ward

Jan 6, 2026

Age 88.

Beloved wife of the late Richard for 61 years.  Loving mom of Steven (Karen Skillman-Ward), Alan (Michelle), and Amy (Ed) Kling.  Cherished grandma of Megan (Andrew), Nathan, Shannon, Sam (Jacklynn), Anthony (Pooja), Katie (Kyle), Sarah, Max, and Piper.  Adored great-grandma of Archer.  Dear sister of Edward (Rita) Robak and the late Pat.  She was very dearly loved and will...

Timothy A. Zigulis

Timothy A. Zigulis

Jan 4, 2026

Timothy A. Zigulis, cherished husband, devoted father, loving brother, and beloved friend, departed this life on January 4, 2026, at the age of 59. Born on June 20, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois, Tim left a significant mark on the hearts of those he encountered, living a life filled with compassion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to his community and family.

Tim was...

Jerilyn M. Lobb

Jerilyn M. Lobb

Jan 3, 2026

Age 83

Beloved wife of the late James. Loving mother of Daniel (Cindy), Lawrence (Ann), and the late Michael Anthony. Cherished Grandmother of Brodie, Jonathan, and Morgan. Dear sister of Eleanor (the late Merritt) Engberg and the late Dorothy (Ruben) Queen. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews, family members, and friends.

Visitation Friday, January 9th,...

Margaret R. Gibbs

Margaret R. Gibbs

Jan 3, 2026

Margaret Rose Gibbs, a long-time resident of Brighton, Michigan. She was born in Howell, Michigan and went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 3rd, 2026. As a faithful servant of Jesus Christ, and a prayer warrior, she could be found on her knees at any given time, throughout any day, and her children can contest to...

Richard "Rj" James Searcy

Richard "Rj" James Searcy

Dec 29, 2025

Age 65.

Beloved husband of Julie "Jules" for 9 years.  Loving dad of Jo (Philip) Tillison. Step-dad of Kara Howe, and Hunter Howe.  Cherished Papa Rick of Brayden and Layla.  Dear brother of Jeffrey (Tina), Julie (Todd) Faulkner, and Jeni.  Dearest uncle of Lauren, Lea, Ian (Jaimie), Brandon, Lucas, and Derek.  He was preceded in death by...

Don McAdam

Don McAdam

Dec 29, 2025

Age 95.

Beloved husband of the late Grace.  Loving step-dad of Bill (Sharon) Sturk and Bob (the late Sue) Sturk.  Cherished grandpa of Karl (Nikki) Sturk, John Sturk, and Aletha (Steven) Schultze.  Dear brother of Phyllis (the late Dick) Terman and the late Glenn (Violet) McAdam.  He proudly served his country in Korea for the US Army,...

Joann T. Shea

Joann T. Shea

Dec 27, 2025

The world has lost a very kind, loving, and generous woman.  JoAnn Theresa Shea, 78, passed away early Saturday, December 27, 2025 at St. Mary's hospital.

On Christmas day, our family was blessed to be able to say our final I love you and, even then, her sense of humor still shone through.  As the room got...

Lucretia Ortan

Lucretia Ortan

Dec 27, 2025

Age 79.

Beloved wife of the late Emanuil.  Loving mother of Gabriela (Daniel) Iacob, Petrica (Alina), Ionel (Gabriela), Danu, Marius (Ioana), and Claudia (Daniel) Bud.  Cherished grandmother of Daniel Iacob, Andrei (Alexzandria) Iacob, Dorin Iacob, Nicola Iacob, Anda, Andrei, Naomi, Sergiu (Tabita), Bianca (Paul) Cociuba, Raul, Joshua, Jonathan, Jayden, Jason (Adina) Bud, and Emily Bud.  Adored great-grandmother...

Carolyn Geiss

Carolyn Geiss

Dec 27, 2025

Age  83

Beloved wife of Jim for 64 years. Dear mother of Colleen (Bob) Ameel, and John (Sara) Geiss. Grandma of Chance, Mary Grace, Jonathan, and Jessica. Great grandma of Aubrey, Noah, Aiden, Kenleigh, Cara Jane, Jaxon, and Oliver. Sister of Anne Marie, Dan (Barb), and the late Sandee.

Visitation Thursday 2pm – 8pm with...

Darlene Northup

Darlene Northup

Dec 26, 2025

Age 79.

Beloved wife of Paul for 56 years.  Loving mom of Scott and Traci (Keith) Purdy.  Dear sister of Beverly Johnson and Geri (Chris) Leiter.  She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews, family members, and friends, especially her beloved niece Carol (Rick).  Darlene served the Wayne Westland School District...

Cathy Kane

Cathy Kane

Dec 26, 2025

Age 69.

Best friend of Charles "Chuck" Heidelberg.  Beloved daughter of the late Edward and Rita Kane. Step daughter of Ellen Kane. Dear sister of Michael (Deborah), Diane (Larry) Bachman, Mary (Peter) Martin, John (Tracie), and the late Susan Atwell.  She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews, family members, and...

Peggy A. Tackett

Peggy A. Tackett

Dec 25, 2025

Age 63

Beloved wife of James. Dear sister of Ted (Margaret) Wasilewski, Marie Baziotes, Steve (Rita) Wasilewski, Ken (Tina) Wasilewski, and the late John Wasilewski. Beloved sister-in-law of Kim Adkins. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Loving daughter of Theodore and Frances Wasilewski.

Cremation has taken place

Patricia Susan Collins

Patricia Susan Collins

Dec 25, 2025

Age 88

Beloved wife of the late Henry Clay Collins and the late Richard Kleczynski. Dear mother of David, and the late Stephen Kleczynski. Loving grandmother and step-grandmother of several. Sister of Sam (Cheryl) Vogel, Jeanette Pritt, and the late Sally Vogel, and Margie (Jim) Cagle.

Per Patricia request, cremation has taken place, and a...

Vivian Jeziorski

Vivian Jeziorski

Dec 25, 2025

Vivian was born on May 4, 1941, to Irvin and Rose Kemp.

She attended Chadsey High School, where she remained connected through class reunions and luncheons over the years. After high school, Vivian attended cosmetology school and went on to enjoy a lifelong career as a beautician, a profession that perfectly matched her love for people and...

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...

Joseph Olmsted

Joseph Olmsted

Dec 24, 2025

Joseph James Olmsted, 89, of Dearborn Heights, Michigan, passed away suddenly on December 24, 2025.

Born in Hamtramck, Michigan, on February 7, 1936, Joseph was a hardworking man known for his quick wit, great sense of humor, and friendly nature - he truly never met a stranger. He joined the U.S. Navy in October 1954 and was...

Ernest Christopher Rybka

Ernest Christopher Rybka

Dec 23, 2025

Ernest C. Rybka, of Salem Township, formerly of Dearborn Heights, Michigan, passed away on the morning of Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the age of 86.

Ernie proudly served his country for many years, dedicating himself to military service in the United States Navy, Air Force, and Armed National Guard. His commitment to duty and service was...

Doris Brailean

Doris Brailean

Dec 22, 2025

Doris aspired to live to be 100 years old. She nearly made it, but her heart could no longer hold out, and she passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, December 22, 2025, a few months short of her 98th birthday.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George, on November 22, 2020. After...

Barbara Sue Simpson (Nee: Lemke)

Barbara Sue Simpson (Nee: Lemke)

Dec 22, 2025

Barbara Sue Simpson (nee: Lemke), Age 74 of Westland, Michigan, passed away on December 22, 2025.

She was born on December 18, 1951 in North Tonawanda, New York to the late Raymond and Thelma Lemke.

Barbara enjoyed watching a variety of sports, and spending time with her family. She was also hardworking and dedicated to...

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