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Andrew Thurman Howard

Andrew Thurman Howard

Nov 26, 2025

Andrew Thurman Howard was born on March 5th, 1941 in Detroit, Michigan to Andrew Howard and Willie Thurman.  He was the second of two children born to this union.  In 1985 his parents and sister, Freda Wyatt, preceded him in death.

Andrew resided with his family in Inkster, Michigan.  Andrew was educated through the Inkster Public Schools...

Carolyn Joan Lang

Carolyn Joan Lang

Nov 25, 2025

Age 87.

Beloved wife of the late John Lang.  Loving mother of Steve Lang, Jennifer (Doug) Kelly, and the late Jeffrey Lang, and Debra Brown.  Dear mother-in-law of Kim Lang and Doug Brown.  Cherished grandma of Kate (Steve) Pydym, Alex Lang, Andrew Lang, Audrey Lang, John (Amber) Lang, Courtney Lang, Lauren Brown, Kyle Brown, Lindsey (Bryan) Parman,...

Gerrie Tomashewsky

Gerrie Tomashewsky

Nov 24, 2025

Age 98.

Beloved wife of the late Alex.  Loving mom of Sharon ( George) Kennedy, Donna (Gary) Slovinsky and the late Dennis, and Carol Carrier.  Dear mother-in-law of Mary.  Cherished grandmother of 8 grandchildren and adored great-grandma of 10  great-grandchildren.  She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed.  Gerrie was proud to be a lifelong...

Ralph Kozora

Ralph Kozora

Nov 24, 2025

Age 89. Passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025. Beloved husband of Dorothy for 68 wonderful years, Ralph was the loving dad of Doreen Strachan (Mike) Sandroni, Diane (Tony) Kornaga, Donna (Dan) Stanley, Denise (Carl) Baumeister, and the late Debbie Amrhein. He was the dear father-in-law of Tom Amrhein and the late Pete Strachan. Ralph was the cherished grandpa...

Genevieve T. Lupinski

Genevieve T. Lupinski

Nov 24, 2025

Age 101.

Genevieve was married to Felix Lupinski for 73 ½ years. They had 4 children: Joyce, Dan, Mary, and Mike. 16 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. The newest being baby Felix born in Poland in 2023.

Genevieve was happiest when spending time with her family and being involved with her grandchildren. She loved cooking, baking,...

Melvin K. Najm

Melvin K. Najm

Nov 23, 2025

Age 69.

Beloved husband of Diane for 45 years. Dear father of Travis Najm. Cherished brother of Michael, and the late Marlon, and Mark. Adored nephew to many. Preceeded in death by his parents: Mahmoud and Monera Najm.

Visitation Tuesday 10am until the 12pm Funeral Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son, Inc,, 1139...

Dan Bowerson

Dan Bowerson

Nov 23, 2025

Dan Bowerson, a loving Husband, devoted Dad, cherished Papa, and loyal friend, entered into eternal life after a courageous seven-year battle with brain cancer. Dan's love of God and trust in His Will allowed Dan to accept what God had planned for him without ever complaining.

Dan was married to the love of his life, Maura, for...

Michael R. Landa

Michael R. Landa

Nov 22, 2025

Age 46

Loved son, nephew and grandson.  Preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Patricia Landa.

Mike grew up a happy boy in the Detroit area.  He played many sports with the Wayne-Westland Special Olympics.  After graduation from Garden City High School, he worked in the food service industry.  Mike was social, always joking.  ...

Kathryn A. Schmitt

Kathryn A. Schmitt

Nov 20, 2025

Age 80.

Beloved wife of the late Christopher. Loving mother of Steve and Tony (Genevieve). Dear grandmother of Keira (Nick) Stockwell, Kylie, and Kessa. Adored great-grandmother of Beckett. Cherished sister of Carolynn Roover, Barbra Rowan, and Danny (Mary Jo) Rowan. Aunt to many.

Memorial Visitation Tuesday 2pm until the 5pm Memorial Service at the John...

Mabel Mckenzie

Mabel Mckenzie

Nov 18, 2025

Age 91.

Beloved wife of the late Johnny William Mckenzie.  Loving mom of Carol Latimer, Reshelle (James) Robinson, William Daryl Mckenzie, Johnny Mckenzie, Terri Mckenzie, and Tia (Reginald) Williams.  Cherished grandma of Bobbie (Terrell), Robert (Courtney), Antoine (Jazmine), James III, Helene (Christopher), John, Derenda (Andre), Jessica, William (Shan), China, Jonathan, Reginald Jr., Jasmin, Isaiah, Christine, and Joshua. ...

Anca Talevska

Anca Talevska

Nov 18, 2025

Age 88

Beloved wife of the late Vasil. Loving brother of the late Vasil. Dearest aunt of Steve (Milka) Popovski, and Tony (Jennifer) Popovski. Great aunt of Maum, Chris, Justin, and Nicholas. Great great aunt of Alexandar.

In state Monday, 10 am until the 10:30 am Funeral Service at St. George of Kratovo, Farmington Hills....

Diana Lynn Mclaughlin

Diana Lynn Mclaughlin

Nov 17, 2025

Age 69.

Beloved daughter of the late Paul and Betty Lou.  Dear sister of Donna (Del) Unsworth, Janella (Guy) Bray, Forrest (Robin), Patricia, Michial (Melissa) and the late Gary.  Adored aunt to many nieces and nephews.  She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many family members, friends, and especially her beloved cat, Scrappy....

Gary Werner

Gary Werner

Nov 15, 2025

Age 72

Beloved father of Nicole Werner. Preceded in death by his parents Welden and Mildred Werner and his sister Bonnie. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many family members, friends, and his dog Ely.

Because Gary was an animal lover, memorial donations can be made to the Michigan Humane Society...

Frasina Vadana

Frasina Vadana

Nov 14, 2025

Age 78

Beloved wife of the late Petru Vadana. Loving mother of Iuliana (Ion) Gutu and the late Adrian. Grandmother of Paul (Erin), Alexandra, and Adriana. Great grandmother of Nicolai Peter, Sebastian, and Andrea. Preceded in death by her siblings. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.

Visitation Sunday 4 pm – 8pm...

Iolanda Marcuccilli

Iolanda Marcuccilli

Nov 14, 2025

Age 94.

November 14, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Vincenzo. Loving mom of Angela Marcuccilli, Linda (Marcos Rubino) Marcuccilli, and Denice (Danny) Testani. Cherished meme of Maria Troiani, Samantha (Andrew) Arndt, Marissa (Ryan Warwick) Testani, Joseph (Danielle) Testani, and Sophia Testani. Adored great-meme of J.J. Testani and Milayna Testani.

Visitation Sunday 2-8pm with a...

Gus B. Efthimion, Jr.

Gus B. Efthimion, Jr.

Nov 13, 2025

Age 63.

Loving son of Diana and the late Gus.  Dear brother of Phyllis (Mike) Kashat, Joan (Philip) Tapper, and Patricia Stanchina.  Adored uncle of Michael Kashat, II, Timothy Tapper, Joshua Tapper, and Kole Stanchina.  Gus loved to fish, play his guitar, and never met a dog he didn't like.  His family and friends will truly miss...

Anastasia K. Rachor

Anastasia K. Rachor

Nov 10, 2025

Age 29.

Beloved daughter or Angelica Rachor. She is also survived and will be missed by many other family members and friends.

Mildred Lucille Obidzinski

Mildred Lucille Obidzinski

Nov 8, 2025

Mildred "Millie" Obidzinski  gained her heavenly  reward  on November 8,2025.

Born Mildred Lucille Taylor on April 15,1933 on a rural farm in Southern Indiana, she was the apple of her much older siblings and her Dad's eyes from the time she entered this world.

She met the love her life while in high school and...

Dr. Harold W. Stehlik

Dr. Harold W. Stehlik

Nov 5, 2025

Age 80.

Loving Son to Otto and Lillian Stehlik, Husband to Jerry Stehlik who proceeded him in death, he leaves to mourn his beloved cousins Terry Swink/Drawert, Greg Swink, Lauren Kostal, Dave Swink, Andrea Kostal, Rodger Swink, Jayne Kostal, Cherished Friend Patricia Davis and a host of other Family and Friends.

Memorial on Friday November...

Charley Lee Perkins

Charley Lee Perkins

Nov 5, 2025

Charley Lee Perkins, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away November 5, 2025 at the age of 91. Born on May 12, 1934, in Grady, Arkansas, to Charley Perkins and Bertha Johnson (Richardson), Charley grew up in Pine Bluff as the youngest of nine siblings. All five brothers and four sisters preceded him in death, leaving him with...

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