Obituaries

Oct 14, 2026

Jeanette "Jeannie" Willoughby , 94, of Livonia, MI, passed away on October 13, 2026. She was born in Detroit on February 20,1932 to Luke and Agnes Rooney. She graduated from Redford Union High School in 1948.

On June 28, 1952, Jeanette was married to William "Bill" Willoughby; they were married for 63 years before Bill's passing in 2015.

Jeanette worked as an...

Oct 10, 2026

Chad David Reeves, 49, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away on October 10, 2026.

Born on September 1, 1977, in Wayne, Michigan, Chad was the son of David Gerald and Connie Sue (Hines) Reeves. He graduated from Wayne Memorial High School.

On June 29, 2001, Chad married the love of his life, Adrienne “Katie” Burke. Together, they shared 25 years of marriage and...

Oct 4, 2026

Ronald "Ron" Thomas Schlacht, age 91, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026, surrounded by family. He was born on October 31, 1934, the second of three boys, to Otto and Margaret.

Ron grew up in Allen Park, MI, with a big family filled with his brothers and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He served in the armed forces from 1954...

Sep 24, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Roger Dale May II, of Hastings, Michigan (2/18/93 – 9/24/26).

More than anything, Roger loved his children, Colton, Khilor, Gavyn and Roger Dale. Being their dad was something that he carried deeply in his heart. Circumstances made being present in their lives more difficult than he ever wanted it to...

Sep 23, 2026

Anthony Van Etten, a blessing to so many for 21 years, was taken away from us far too suddenly on September 23, 2026. He was born November 13, 2004 to Melissa Van Etten and Nalbert Roach.

His love remains unbreakable. Anthony leaves behind his mom, Melissa; stepdad, Michael; a baby sister Liliana and three brothers, Dominic, Benjamin, and Joseph; his dad,...

Sep 12, 2026

Patrick "Pat" Howard Casey, 98, of Livonia, Michigan, entered into eternal rest on September 12, 2026.

Pat was born on March 24, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan. He was a loving husband to the late Phyllis Palazzolo Casey for 67 years. He was a devoted father to his children, Sue Casey (Leo Padot), Patrick M. Casey (the late Kathleen), Steve Casey (Patty),...

Sep 8, 2026

Marjorie May Bardyga passed away September 8, 2026 at the age of 95. She was born in Denver, Colorado on November 9, 1930 to Hugo and Marie (nee. Farmer) Stewart.

Visitation will be held Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 2:00 - 7:00pm with a Rosary Service at 4:00pm at Manns Family Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt, Livonia 48154.

Marjorie will be In-State for...

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

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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...

Jul 10, 2026

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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.