Obituaries

Jan 17, 2025

William "Spanky" Borrusch, 75 of Lexington, MI passed away on January 17,2025.

Born on May 18,1949 in Lexington, MI. He was a devoted husband of 50 years to Susan, a loving father to Curt (Stephanie), Nicole (Jason) and Allison (Mike) and an amazing Bubba to Haylie, Nikole, Colton, Lucas and Linzi. Brother of Darlene (Don), and Guy...

Jan 16, 2025

Age 62

Loving dad of Stephanie. Cherished grandpa of Gwen. Adored son of Sybil (the late Donald) Bryan and the late Henry Moore. Dear brother of Nicole (James), Joseph (Angela), and the late Michael, Patrick, and Douglas. He was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews, family members and friends, especially his...

Jan 16, 2025

Age  68

Beloved wife of Doug for 45 wonderful years. Cherished mother of Angela, Steven, and the late Jason. Caring grandmother of Jacob Sutherly. Dear sister of Rickey Robertson, Gary Robertson, Cindy (Joe) Kasbauer, and the late Terry Robertson and Craig Robertson. She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew her....

Jan 14, 2025

Age 73

Devoted husband of Betty for 24 years. Dear step-father of Ann Marie (Bryan) Hann, and Andrew (Michelle) Proctor. Brother of Steve (Gail) Jones, and the late Daniel Jones. Brother in law of Sherry Jones. Uncle of John, Kenneth, Marissa, Leeann, and the late Kurt.

Visitation Friday 1 pm - 8 pm. In state...

Jan 12, 2025

Age 94

Thelma went peacefully in her sleep. Beloved wife of the late Donald. Dear mother of Janice (Dale) Fields, Michael (Lisa), and Robert (Diane. Loving grandmother of 6 and great grandmother of 6. Sister of the late Marie Mattalock, Ressie Massingill, Lunis Massingill, and Jewell Hamilton.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials...

Jan 11, 2025

Age 68

Beloved father of Joseph and Stephanie. Loving grandpa of Journey. Dear brother of Joanne (the late Walter) Kacher, Madeline Wesol, and Gloria (the late Fred) Biggs. Brother-in-law of Norm Wesol. Life long friend of Russ Schultz, and Paulette Cash. He was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by nieces, nephews, family members and...

Jan 10, 2025

Age 78

Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of Christina (Philippe) Gliott, and Catharine (Phil) Walby. Chershied grandmother of Elisbeth, Alexandre, Sophie, Philip, Kathleen, and Jack. Dear sister of Nancy and Fran.

Janis was a dedicated nurse for many years and found great meaning and satisfaction in her career. She especially enjoyed her...

Jan 9, 2025

Age 81

Dear father of Romica Vlad, Claudia Oprea, Marius Vlad, Eusebiu Vlad, Cerasela Gheorghila, Liviu Vlad, Adrian Vlad, and Ruben Vlad. Grandfather of Bianca, Nathan, Marcus, Octavian, Julia, Naomi, Darius, Lois, Matias, Abigail, Evelyn, Rebeca, Daniel, and Ana. Brother of Polixenia.

Visitation Tuesday 6 pm – 8pm at First Romanian Pentecostal Church in Romulus....

Jan 7, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Showalter, age 91, a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to public service, community involvement, and personal achievements. Ronald retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after proudly serving 22 years in the United States Air Force. His commitment to education was exemplified by earning a Bachelor of Science...

Jan 7, 2025

Age 83

Beloved husband of Mary for 36 years. Dear father of Brian (Mai). Loving grandfather of Jordyn, Sophia, Alex, and Wyatt. Brother of Ken (Mary Ann) Rogers.

Visitation Saturday 1 pm – 8 pm. Funeral Service Sunday 11 am at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home.

Memorials suggested to Boys...

Jan 6, 2025

Age 87

Beloved husband of the late Nancy for 56 wonderful years. Devoted father of David, Julie (Dennis) Bakka, and Angela (Michael) Petrimoulx. Cherished grandpa of Chelsea (Maria) Espinosa, Dakota (Ashley) Bakka, Tayler Petrimoulx, and Justine Petrimoulx. Great grandpa of Scarlett, Remmington, and one on the way. Dear brother of Bill (Ann), and Carolynn (Lee) Moore. Also...

Jan 4, 2025

Kathleen "Kathie" Hermelinda Dudansky neé Plasencia, widow to the late "Danny" Thomas L. Dudansky, passed away this weekend (Jan. 4, 2025, Corewell Health, Dearborn) at the age of 71 from complications associated with cancer. Kathie was born in 1953 in Detroit to parents, Benedict B. and Alice C. (neé Berryman) Plasencia. Kathie was incredibly loving and beloved and she...

Jan 4, 2025

Age 87

Loving mother of Frankie. Beloved grandmother of Daren (Alexandra). Dear companion to her cat, Babygirl.

Family suggests memorial donations to Gleaners and Forgotten Harvest.

Jan 2, 2025

Age 71.

Beloved husband of Cindy for 44 years.  Loving dad of Theresa (Tom) Ryan, Michael, Emily (Jacob) Good, and Joseph.  Cherished pops of Emma, Landon, Cameron, Colin, Conor, and Alder.  Dear brother of Cynthia (Mich) Gauvin, Sharon (Phil) Widman, Bird (Kevin) Sherry, Pat (Sheila), and Shawn (Tran).  He was very dearly loved and will be deeply...

Jan 2, 2025

Age 75.

Loving mother of Robert (Jennifer) Lesz and Marnie (Richard) DeWulf.  Cherished Grandmother of Caitlin Lesz, Ethan Lesz, Allison DeWulf and Joey DeWulf.  Dear sister of Gerald (Rosemary) Markowitz and Larry Markowitz.  Beloved aunt of Kimber, Richard, Jason and Laura.  She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed.

Arrangements were handled privately....

Jan 2, 2025

Age 68

Beloved son of the late Stanley and Dorothy Baranowski. Dear brother of Antoinette (Robert) Borset and the late Stanley and the late Michael (Sue). Dear brother-in-law of Barbara. Loving uncle to Cindy, Mike, Rebecca, Kelly, Leah, and the late Samantha.

During his lifetime, Tom enjoyed playing his guitar, his trumpet, riding his motocycle,...

Jan 1, 2025

Veturia Nicula, Age 85, of Livonia, Michigan passed away on January 01, 2025, peacefully in her sleep.

Veturia was born in Talmaciu, Romania on December 16, 1939, to Ioan and Ana Voicu. She married Constantin 'Aurel' Nicula on October 13, 1960, and lived in Sebesu de Sus, Romania until 1978 when they immigrated to the United States...

Dec 31, 2024

Age 95

Mary, a long time resident of Southwest Detroit, and recently a resident of Corewell Health, died peacefully December 31, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Married to the late Robert L. Betts for 69 years. Mother of Jim (Debe), Linda (Mike) Zundel, Donna (Greg) Matuszak, Greg (LeeAnn), Margaret (John) Boyle, Rose (Paul) Blazo, and the...

Dec 31, 2024

Age 83

Beloved husband of the late Judith. Loving father of Rick (Margaret), Chris (Theresa), and Carrie (Michael) Maloziec. Cherished grandfather of Rachel, Brian, Ashley (Stephen), Kyle, Cassandra, Natalie, and Nicholas. Dear brother of the late Ronald. Beloved uncle of David Walczybock.

Memorial Visitation Friday 11am until the 1pm Memorial Service at the John N....

Dec 29, 2024

Age 74

Beloved husband of the late Mary. Loving father of Melissa (Steven) Jones, and Mallory (Michael) Lawrenchuk. Cherished grandfather of Robert, June, and Ian. Dear brother of Carol (Bob) Wyrobek.

Robert was dedicated to his family and a dear friend to many.

Visitation Thursday 4 pm – 7 pm. Funeral Service Friday...