Jimmy Delk
May 31, 2026
Age 79.
Beloved husband of Eva for 55 years. Dear father of Erica Delk. Cherished papa of Jillian Sharp. Adored brother-in-law of Edie (Jim) Mulcahy, Esther (Rick) Whittico, and Ellie (Ron) Hoff.
Memorial visitation on Monday, June 8th from 1pm until the 4pm Memorial Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 N. Inkster Road, Garden City (between Ford...
Barbara J. Batherson
May 30, 2026
Barbara Jean (Detroyer) Batherson age 93, died at home May 30, 2026 with her daughters at her side.
Barbara was born January 1, 1933 in Detroit, MI to Ernest N. and Elizabeth (Connelly) Detroyer. She graduated from Holy Redeemer High School and went to University of Detroit Mercy for two years.
In December 1953, Barbara married Charles R. Batherson, who she was...
Ronald Lee Wolkowicz
May 28, 2026
On Thursday, May 28, 2026, Ronald L. Wolkowicz died in his sleep at the age of 76. He was born September 27th, 1949 to Frances (née Wilchesky) and Leo Robert Wolkowicz in Detroit, MI. The eldest of three children, he was called into responsibility at an early age when their father passed away in 1957 at only 39 years old....
Paula M. Gnacke-Nemeth
May 28, 2026
Paula Marie Gnacke, age 53, of Westland, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on May 28, 2026.
Paula was the adored daughter of William and Emily (Borja) Gnacke Jr.; dear sister of Pamela (Craig) Bar and Peggy (Bill) Egan; and beloved mother of Jason (Sarah) Quick Jr., Amye (Adrian) Gnacke, and Andrew (Olivia) Nemeth. She was the cherished grandmother of Kirstin, Eden, and...
Ervin Ray Baker
May 28, 2026
Ervin Ray BakerJuly 2, 1947 – May 28, 2026
It is with profound sadness and immense love that we announce the passing of Ervin Ray Baker, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, family member, and friend.
To know Ervin was to know a man of strength, kindness, and unwavering devotion to the people he loved. He lived a life rooted in...
Sylvia 'Nana' Wodarski
May 28, 2026
Sylvia (Nana) Jeanne Wodarski, age 76, of Livonia, Michigan passed away May 28, 2026.
Sylvia was born in Ypsilanti, MI on July 8, 1949, to Charles and Reba (Hegwood) Hoeflein, being the 3rd of 4 children. Sylvia had a very close, loving relationship with John’s parents, John and Stephanie Wodarski as she grew up.
She was predeceased in death by her parents,...
Russell "Rusty" Troost
May 28, 2026
Age 58.
Cherished husband of Lynn for 35 wonderful years. Loving dad of Tommy and Jennifer. Devoted grandpa “Dzia” of Athena and Jordan. Adored brother of Danny (Tiffany) and Nancy. Dearest brother-in-law of Debby (Bob), Tom, and Joanne (the late Eugene) Szot. Fur dad of Bailey and the late Clio. He was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by...
Josephine Victoria Zalusky-Gumiela
May 25, 2026
Age 80.
Beloved wife of the late Michael A. Zalusky II and of the late Louis E. Gumiela. Loving mother of Michael III (Lisa) Zalusky. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and great nephews.
Visitation will be on Monday 2-8pm. Funeral Service Tuesday 10am at John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home,...
Frederick Voegele
May 24, 2026
Age 93.
Beloved husband of the late Delores. Dear father of Linda (Tony) Haywood, Paul (Denise) Voegele, Dayle Garrett, Duane (the late Katherine) Garrett, Douglas Garrett, and Donna Garrett. Cherished grandfather of Paul, Rachel, Sean, and Bryan. Adored great-grandfather of Vivian.
The family has chosen cremation.
Burial at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan will take place at a later date.
John Taube
May 24, 2026
John was born in Detroit, Michigan, son to Frank and Helen. After attending St Francis de Sales Catholic School in Detroit, and starring on the football field, he married the love of his life Carolyn. Together, they raised their family primarily in Garden City, Michigan. To support his family, he worked as a sign painter extraordinaire for Jan Signs in...
Patricia Manning
May 24, 2026
Patricia Jean Manning, age 91, of Dearborn Heights, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Patricia was born in Cheboygan, Michigan on March 12, 1935, to William and Nina (Socha) Woiderski, being the oldest daughter of fourteen children. She was raised on her family's farm, which included the Inverness Dairy, and graduated from Cheboygan High School in 1953. Later...
Mary Varchola
May 23, 2026
Age 102.
Beloved wife of the late Michael. Loving mother of Chris and Michael Jr. (Teresa). Cherished grandmother of Joseph and Anna.
Visitation, Friday 2-8pm with a 7pm Evening Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son, Inc., 1139 N. Inkster Road, Garden City (between Ford Road and Cherry Hill). In state, Saturday 11am until the 12pm noon Service at St. Michael...
George Richard Lehman
May 22, 2026
George Richard Lehman lived a life defined by kindness, devotion to family, and a passion for creating. A truly wonderful husband and father, George was known for his gentle spirit and his remarkable talent for woodworking. He was exceptionally gifted with his hands, turning simple wood into lasting treasures. He also brought that strong work ethic to his career, dedicating...
Barbara Jean Bennett
May 21, 2026
Age 93.
Beloved wife of Walter. Loving mother of Sharon (the late Donald) Bergeron, Rickey Bergeron, Roderick (the late Traceyjoan) Bergeron, Kimberly (Jeffrey) Dold, Barbara Bergeron (Randy Kruger). Cherished grandmother of Michelle (Frank) Sherry, Melanie (Rob), Misty, Mandy (Patrick), Cory (Elizabeth), Rebecca (Neeko), Christopher (ShyKayla), Jaime (Phil), Jessica (Joseph), Jacob (Amy), Daniel, John (Marylyn), Heath, Timothy (Mary). Adored great-grandmother of 32...
Jess W. Shough
May 21, 2026
Jess Shough, longtime teacher and track coach for the Wayne/Westland and Canton school districts, passed away peacefully at his home on May 21, 2026 at the age of 81.
A devoted follower of Christ, Jess lived his life grounded in Scripture and a desire to serve others, especially the students, athletes, and family entrusted to his care. For many years, he...
Joyce Baker
May 21, 2026
Age 94
Beloved wife of Donald. Loving mother of Sharon (Jim) Jeffery, Terry (Tim) Bumpus, Donna (Mike) Feltz, Janis (Bob) Martin, and Ronald (Tami). Cherished grandmother of Jimmy, Chris, Kevin, Austin, Tyler, Lindsay, Bradley, Amanda, Robby, Blake, and Jenna. Great grandmother of Ethan, Madden, Bryson, Connor, Ophelia, Wynn, Wilson, Caiden, Everlee, Colson, and Vivianne. She was dearly loved and will be...
Ileana Hulai
May 20, 2026
Age 86.
Beloved wife of the late Ioan. Loving mother of Viorel, Letitia, Silvia, Lidia, Ioan, Elena, Robert, Lucica, and Cecilia. Cherished grandmother of Beni, Melissa, Naomi, Joshua, Ruben, Catalina, Jasmina, Estera, Loredana, Gabriel, Samson, Samuel, Solomon, Jayden, Mason, Sadalia, Jolene, Luca, Giovanni, Audrianna, Alexia, Levi, Daniel, Silviu, and Viorica.
Visitation, Tuesday 6-8pm. Funeral Service Wednesday 11:30am at the John N. Santeiu...
Tim "Skully" Cronce
May 20, 2026
Age 57.
Loving husband of Wendy for 37 years, together for 47 years. Proud dad of Kyle (Chelsea) and the late Tyler. Cherished papa of Oliver, Lillian, and Loralei. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Visitation, Sunday 2pm until the 6pm Eulogies and Memory Sharing at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home,...
Daryl Heintz
May 18, 2026
Daryl Heintz of Garden City passed away unexpectedly on May 18,2026 while traveling out of state for work. Daryl was the loving husband and high school sweetheart of Crystal Heintz and loving father of Nathen and Samantha.
Daryl was proceeded in death by his mother Rhonda Heintz. He leaves behind his father Rick, brother Rick II, sister-in-law Jeanine, niece Heather, nephew...
Dora Mosquera
May 18, 2026
Dora Mosquera, age 93, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026. Born on June 24, 1932 to the late Ramon and Manuela Baamonde. Dora lived a life centered on faith, family, kindness, and service to others.
Dora was the beloved wife of the late Alphonse, with whom she shared a loving marriage beginning on October 16, 1954. Together they built a...
