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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...

Diane Ruth Kubany

Diane Ruth Kubany

Apr 21, 2026

Age 80.

Beloved wife of Gerald. Dear mother of Necole (Carlo) Capicchioni. Loving grandmother of Gino and Enzo. Cherished sister of Marlene Stephan, Howard (Shirley) Stephan, Warren (Phyllis) Stephan, and the late Danial and Arnold. 

The family has chosen cremation.

Jennifer Lynn Kirn

Jennifer Lynn Kirn

Apr 20, 2026

Age 45

Beloved daughter of Timothy Kirn and Karen O'Farrell. Cherished mother of Savanna (Robert), Lavayda, and Keanna. Dear grandmother of Wayne, Weston, and Wyatt. Loving sister of Melissa (Josh), Marc (Olivia), Jessica, and Stacee. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many relatives and friends. Please wear Jennifer's favorite color blue to the visitation. Jennifer also loved...

Mary Louise Brooks

Mary Louise Brooks

Apr 19, 2026

Mary Louise Camilla Brooks, 98, of Detroit, Michigan, passed away peacefully in her home on 19 April 2026. Her remarkable life began when she was born on July 18, 1927, in Calumet, Michigan to parents Paul LeChevalier and Marguerite LeChevalier.

Mary graduated high school from St. Mary of Redford in 1945. She enjoyed multiple careers in her lifetime including newspaper delivery...

Viola Ester Golich

Viola Ester Golich

Apr 18, 2026

Age 96.

Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of Robert (Nadwa) and John (Sandy). Cherished grandmother of Jonathon, Jessica, Stephen, Donovan, and Julie. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. 

Visitation Monday, April 20, 2026, 5pm until the 7:30pm Funeral Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son, Inc., 1139 N. Inkster Road,...

Lawrence Laliberte

Lawrence Laliberte

Apr 15, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Lawrence (Larry) Francis Laliberte, 89, on April 15th after a lengthy battle with illness.

Known as a man of faith who worked hard, loved immensely and always put his family first, Larry is survived by Janet, his wife of 68 years, children Richard (Robin), Anne Marie (David) and Mary Jo...

Dan A. Kieltyka

Dan A. Kieltyka

Apr 12, 2026

Age 70.

Married to the love of his life, the late Laurene Anne for 45 wonderful years. Loving father of Jeremy (Jeny), Nicole (Jon) Lindstrom, and Matthew. Cherished Papa of Austin, Hayden, Nicklas, Alexis, Cam, Charlie, Kylie, and Masen. Caring brother of Mark (Helen), Christine (Stanley) Mrocka, and Robert.  Beloved uncle Danny to many nieces and nephews. He was deerly loved...

Joan Elizabeth Trela

Joan Elizabeth Trela

Apr 11, 2026

Age 93.

Beloved wife of the late Casmir. Dear mother of David, Kathy (John) Long, and Robert (Joanne). Busia of Jennica (Andrew), Ryan, Talia, and Brandon. Beloved sister of the late Helen, John, and Lee.

In state Thursday, 10am until the 10:30am Funeral Mass at St. Linus Catholic Church, 25500 Hass (between Ford & Warren, west of Gulley).

In lieu of flowers, memorials...

Joan Guirlanda

Joan Guirlanda

Apr 9, 2026

Age 88.

Beloved wife of the late Rocco.  Loving mom of Rocco (Karen) and Theresa Oak.  Cherished grandma of Brian (Melanie), Michael (Elizabeth) Oak, Christopher (Kathryn), and Rachel (Kyle) Brinker.  Adored great-grandma of Dante, Callum, Kyle, and Conan.  Dear sister of Carol Cline.  She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many family members and friends.  

Visitation Monday...

Edward James Kaczorowski

Edward James Kaczorowski

Apr 6, 2026

Age 88

Beloved husband of JoAnn Kaczorowski for 55 years. Loving father of Kim Kaczorowski, William (Susie) Cooper, and Ron (Becky) Cooper. Dear brother of the late Shirley (George) Tankersley. Edward was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by his grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and fur baby.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the American Heart Association and American...

Joseph Peter Ferris

Joseph Peter Ferris

Apr 5, 2026

It is with great sadness we share the unexpected passing of our beloved father, Joseph P. Ferris, 79, on April 5, 2026. Joseph was a man with many names. To his predeceased parents, Peter and Linda, he was known as ‘Zuzu’, to his predeceased siblings Anthony, Antoinette, George, and surviving brother Charles he was known as ‘Joe’, to his predeceased...

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.,...

Lynn D. Rollet

Lynn D. Rollet

Apr 1, 2026

Age 68.

Dear longtime partner of Jim Crews.  Beloved mother of Tanya, Heather, and the late Nicholas.  Cherished grandmother of Brianna and Maya.  Adored great-grandmother of Isabel, Joseph, and Emery.  Dear sister of Terry Manning.

Visitation Thursday April 16, 2026 from 3-7 pm.  Funeral services Friday April 17, 2026 at 12:30 pm at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139...

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...

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