Obituaries

Sep 6, 2026

Katharine Jane Dedow (nee. White) of Livionia, MI passed away September 6, 2026. Kate was born in Jackson, Michigan on February 20,1949 to Charles and Rosemary White. Kate lived a life marked by generosity, tenacity, humor, and a deep love of music — especially the rock and roll that energized her spirit throughout her life.

Raised in Clarklake, Michigan, Kate carried...

Sep 2, 2026

Thomas "Tom" Charles Blasco, 63 of Westland, Michigan passed away on September 2, 2026.

Tom was born in Detroit, Michigan, the 4th of 5 children of Charles and Sandra Blasco.

Tom spent his early adulthood working alongside his father, Chuck, at his collision shop where he worked as a body repairman, mechanic, and tow truck driver. He honed his bodywork skills and...

Aug 27, 2026

Tammy Lynn Janisch, 56, passed away August 27, 2026. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 5, 1969 to Kurt and Kathleen (nee. Sebring).

Visitation will be held Friday, August 28th from 10:00am until the time of the funeral service at 11:30am at Manns Family Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt, Livonia 48154. Burial to follow at Glen Eden Memorial Park.

Aug 24, 2026

The obituary for Lynn is being written. Please share a memory with her family.

Aug 24, 2026

Helen Stulock, 93, passed away August 24, 2026, surrounded by her family, following a brief illness. She was born on January 7,1933 in Perryopolis, Pennsylvania to Helen and John Veloshin.

On November 12, 1955, she married her loving husband, Frank. They had two sons, Frank and David, who were born while they were residing in West Newton, Pennsylvania.

She worked for over...

Aug 22, 2026

George Arthur Hackett, 79, of Kalamazoo, Michigan passed away August 22, 2026. 

He is the son of the late George A, Jr. and Evelyn Hackett; brother of Valerie Wardway; nephew of the late Ronald Hackett.

Private services were held with burial at White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery.

Aug 10, 2026

Thomas Bernard Pheney, aged 102, of Farmington Hills, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026.

Thomas (Tom) was born in Detroit, Michigan on Valentine’s Day in 1924, to Sylvia and Edward Pheney. He attended school in Detroit and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering at the University of Detroit.

A World War II veteran, as a young man he faithfully...

Jul 18, 2026

Gladys Janelle Barnett passed away July 18, 2026.

Jul 16, 2026

Denis Dunnebacke, age 70, passed away on July 16, 2026.

A lifelong resident of Lansing, music was central to Denis’s life. In his youth, he played the drums in a band and moved on to classical guitar. He eventually taught drum, guitar and keyboard to children and adults for many years. He was very active in church music ministry, which included...

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Jul 5, 2026

Phyllis Bruce, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law, passed away surrounded by her loving family. 

She was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth Bruce and the cherished daughter of the late Sam and Charlotte Turiciano. Phyllis lived a life that revolved around family. She was a proud and loving mother to her children: Anthony, Teri, Dino, and Cara. The...

Jul 4, 2026

Howard Carl Crill, Sr, 80, passed away July 4, 2026. 

Howard served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.

No services are planned at this time.

Jul 1, 2026

Michael "Mike" Phillip Olandese passed away July 1, 2026 at the age of 71. He was born September 24, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan to Carlo and Rose Olandese.

Mike retired from his career as a Millwright in the automotive industry and then followed his passion as a knife enthusiast. He became a custom knifemaker and avid collector of rare and custom...

Jun 29, 2026

Michael Joseph Petisce, 65, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away June 29, 2026.

Michael was born in Providence, Rhode Island on June 18, 1961 to Pasquale Jesus Petisce and Lucy Eleanor Imondi. He graduated from North Providence High and received his diploma.

On April 8, 1989, Michael married Christina and they were married for 37 years.

Michael was employed by Whole Foods for over...

Jun 22, 2026

John Jack Swek was born on February 11, 1946, in Delray, Michigan. At the age of 80, John passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026.

John is survived by his devoted wife, Martha Swek, and his loving children, Timothy Swek, Pam (Robert) Sosa, Christopher (Amy) Swek, Paul (Shelley) Swek, David (Angela) Philippart, and Sara (Ryan) Vetter. He also leaves behind his...

Jun 14, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and beautiful memories that we announce the passing of April Mitchell Padgen. April passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

April was born in Valparaiso, Indiana, on April 1, 1966, to Ken Mitchell and Jo Sanders. She graduated from LaPorte High School and continued on to receive an Associate Degree from Michiana College...

Jun 14, 2026

Benedykta Ochrem, age 91, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026.

She was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and dear friend whose love and warmth touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. She outlived her beloved husband, Witold, who preceded her in death, and carried his memory lovingly in her heart throughout the years.

Her family was the center...

Jun 13, 2026

Lupe Alcantar, 88, of Detroit, Michigan, passed away on June 13, 2026. She was born November 5, 1937 in Detroit to Odilon and Juana (nee. Rodriguez) Alcantar.

She graduated from Holy Redeemer High School, class of 1955, and continued on to receive a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Detroit College of Business.

Lupe worked as an accountant at Ford Motor Company until...

Jun 12, 2026

Stephen TomHon passed away peacefully on the morning of June 12th 2026 while in home hospice care just shy of his 91st birthday. He was born in Guangdong, China on June 16th 1935 to Chin Fong Tom 谭 傅晃 (father) and Fong Ho Tom Ng 谭吴 逢好 (mother).

During his early years in China, Stephen’s access to formal educational was limited....