All Obituaries

Theodore (Ted) John Hoinka passed away in Southfield, Michigan on July 25, 2019 at the age of 79.   Ted is predeceased by his parents, Edward Hoinka and Rose (Owsiany) Hoinka, and by his sister, Dolores Strickland.   Ted is lovingly remembered and survived by his three children, Steven (Andrea), Mark (Jennifer) and Dawn (David), his grandchildren Madison, Jake and Jordan, his former wife, Sandra (Hogan) Lang and his niece Colleen Strickland.   Ted was born in Monessen,...

  Michael P. Ferry, 62, of Pontiac, Michigan, passed away the morning of August 9, 2019.   Mike was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 7, 1957 to Rejane and Herbert Ferry. He graduated from Northville High School, then enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1975.   Mike enjoyed fishing, reading and blacksmithing. In spite of Mike’s personal challenges, he was always ready and willing to help those in need. He fixed broken items, repaired cars, drove neighbors to the store,...

Jean Ann Strickler, 77, loyal daughter, devoted wife, loving mother, dedicated teacher, doting grandmother, and adoring great-grandmother, went to heaven on Sunday, July 28, 2019.   Jean was born September 16, 1941 in Plymouth, Michigan to Dawson “Dan” Gilmore and Annette “Detta” Kissire.  Jean fondly remembered helping her father build their house when she was little, riding her bicycle, spending time with her uncles, and living with her...

    Arlene Elizabeth True, 73, of Northville, MI, passed away on July 15, 2019.   Arlene was born in Philadelphia, PA, on November 2, 1945, to Alfred and Alberta Birch. She was raised in Mays Landing, NJ, and graduated from Oakcrest High School. She went on to study Mathematics and Russian at Michigan State University.   Arlene spent over 45 years working as a writer for Gale and 15 concurrent years working for Detroit Art Services as a writer and project manager....

  Donald “Lippy” George Liptow, 76, of Farmington Hills, passed away July 23, 2019.   He was born in Detroit on June 15, 1943 to George and Marion Liptow.   Don graduated from Cooley High School and continued on to receive a bachelor’s degree from Wayne State University.   Don was married to Betty on June 2, 1990; they were married 29 years.   Don is survived by his wife, Betty; children, Tammy (Dean), Darrin (Erin), and Sheryl (Matt);...

  Keri Beth Oakland, 31, of Northville, passed away July 21, 2019.   She is the cherished mother of Elodee Anderson; beloved daughter of John and Fran Oakland; dear sister of Chris (Taylor) and the late Elizabeth; loving partner of Kiel Anderson; niece of Tony (Margaret) Ruffini, Michael (Anita) Ruffini, Gary (Sidonie) Oakland, and Kathy Davis; cousin of many including the late Anthony Ruffini.   Visitation for Keri will be held Wednesday, July 24th from 10:30 am until...

Phyllis Rosemarie Serafa, age 93, of Livonia, Michigan, was born into eternal life on July 10, 2019.   Phyllis was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 2, 1925, to Catino and Emilia Vizzini. She graduated from Northwestern High School in 1943 and became a legal secretary and stenographer at the law firm of Miller, Canfield, Paddock, and Stone until the birth of her first child.   She was married to Charles Joseph Serafa on April 29, 1950. They were married for 28 happy...

Pearl Cavins passed away June 25, 2019 at the age of 94.   Visitation for Pearl will be held Monday, July 1st from 2:00 - 8:00 PM at Manns Family Funeral Home.   Pearl will be In-State for final visiting on Tuesday, July 2nd from 10:30 until the time of the Funeral Service at 11:00 AM At Manns Family Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt, Livonia 48154. Burial to follow at Grand Lawn Cemetery.   Family request memorial donations in memory of Pearl be made to Purple...

  Christopher Jay Evans of Redford, passed away June 20, 2019 at the age of 55.   He was born in Wayne, MI on March 17, 1964 to Laurice J. Evans and Rita A. Rutkowski. He graduated from Salem High School and continued his education at Schoolcraft College.   Chris was self-employed in the HVAC industry where he owned and operated S & J Affordable Heating and Cooling. He enjoyed historical military novels, antique guns and sharing his wealth of knowledge in anything...

  Philip Alan Jones passed away June 12, 2019 at the age of 74.   Phil grew up in Livonia and was a 1963 graduate of Bentley High School. As a young man, his interests were fast cars, which he occasionally raced, working on cars and riding his Harley.   He became a member of the Iron Workers Local 25 and had over 50 years membership.   Phil is survived by his daughter, Kelly (Jim); grandchildren, Marisa, Nathan, Zachary and Ava; sisters, Sharon and Susan (Greg);...