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Patricia Jane "Board" Abrahamian

Patricia Jane "Board" Abrahamian

Apr 30, 2020

Patricia Jane (nee.Board) Abrahamian passed away peacefully on April 30, 2020.   She was born January 26, 1934 in Detroit to James and Rose Board.  She graduated from Commerce High School in Detroit.  She was a faithful Catholic and an avid reader.   Patricia was the beloved wife of Rostom “Ronie” for 55 years.   She is survived by her...

Frank L. Petersmark Jr.

Frank L. Petersmark Jr.

Apr 29, 2020

Frank, usually called Ted or Tex, was born July 18, 1935 in Detroit and passed away peacefully in Rochester Hills on April 29, 2020.  Predeceased by parents Frank L. Petersmark Sr. and Helen (nee McCoy) Petersmark, whom he now joins in heaven.   After a private service, Ted will be laid to rest in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield, Michigan. ...

Kazimiera Elizabeth "Carol Kuzon" Gawel

Kazimiera Elizabeth "Carol Kuzon" Gawel

Apr 25, 2020

Kazimiera "Carol" Gawel, age 88, Of Livonia, Michigan passed away on April 25, 2020.   Kazimiera was born in Warsaw, Poland on May 14, 1931. She was married to Raymond Gawel on May 29, 1954; they were married 57 years when Raymond passed away.   Kazimiera was a loving homemaker who always valued family and loved to spend time with them....

Mary Ellen "Krueger" Halstead

Mary Ellen "Krueger" Halstead

Apr 23, 2020

Mary Ellen Krueger-Halstead, born, October 3, 1928, in the city of Detroit, passed away peacefully at 91 years of age on April 23, 2020 in her home, to join her loving husband, John Floyd Halstead.  Mary Ellen was raised by the Salvation Army family and later met the love of her life there, John Floyd, a tuba player in the...

Marion Louise "Mineweaser" Sandberg

Marion Louise "Mineweaser" Sandberg

Apr 19, 2020

Marion "Mern" Louise Sandberg, 98, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away on April 19, 2020, with her husband at her side. Marion was born in Osceola Mills, Pennsylvania on November 12, 1921 to Albert and Margaret (nee. O'Farrell) Mineweaser.  She graduated from Osceola Mills High School and continued on to receive an associate's degree from Schoolcraft College.   Marion was married to John V. Sandberg on August 3, 1946; they were married 73 years....

Charles Elwood Will

Charles Elwood Will

Apr 15, 2020

Charles E. Will, 90, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2020, at home and in the presence of his daughter Kimberly Will and future son-in-law Patrick Ruelle.    Chuck. as he preferred, was born in Detroit and was the youngest of 9 children. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict and was long term employee of Giffles, working...

Yiu Fu Tom

Yiu Fu Tom

Apr 10, 2020

Yiu Fu Tom (87 years old), of Farmington Hills, Michigan passed away on April 10, 2020.  He was born in Taishan, China, he immigrated from Hong Kong and resided in Southfield, Michigan and later moved to Farmington Hills, Michigan.   Yiu is survived by his wife, Kam; children Kwok (Joyce), Yee Yee (Lic Hang), Harvey (Paula), and Carlo; grandchildren Thomas,...

William Albert O'Neill

William Albert O'Neill

Apr 6, 2020

William Albert O’Neill, 94, passed away April 6, 2020.   He graduated from Northwestern High School in Detroit. Following high school, he entered the U.S. Navy and was enlisted from 1943 to 1946.   On October 6, 1951, he married Laura Becht; they were married for 68 years.   William worked as a Press Operator for Drake Printing Company in...

Dolores R. "Cholewa" Trepkowski

Dolores R. "Cholewa" Trepkowski

Apr 5, 2020

Dolores R. (nee. Cholewa) Trepkowski passed away April 5, 2020 at the age of 90. She married Lawrence F. Trepkowski at St. Cunegundes Parish on August 27, 1949.   In 1987, Dolores and Lawrence became “Snowbirds” spending the fall and winter months in Ocala, Florida. After Lawrence’s death, she moved to Westland, Michigan.   Her greatest joy was her family,...

Loraine D. "Isbrandt" Eliason

Loraine D. "Isbrandt" Eliason

Apr 4, 2020

Loraine D. Eliason, 92, passed away April 4, 2020. She was born August 23, 1927 in Milwaukee, WI.    Loraine had a degree in occupational therapy and worked in that field for several years.  She married Arthur F. Eliason on October 11, 1952 and they were married for 43 years.        “Sweet Loraine” was happily involved with most aspects of...

Maxine Helene "Depuydt" Norden

Maxine Helene "Depuydt" Norden

Mar 28, 2020

Maxine Helene Norden, 82, Livonia, MI died March 28, 2020. She was born June 3, 1937 in Maple Ridge Township, MI.   Maxine is survived by her children, Mark (Robin) Norden, and Rocelle (Mark) Ranta; four grandchildren, Scott (Kylie) Ranta, Lauren (Steve) Abernethy, Bridget (Sean) Murphy, and Jeremy Norden; three great-grandchildren, Logan, Colton, and Levi.   She is preceded in...

Ernoe Berdy

Ernoe Berdy

Mar 20, 2020

Ernoe Berdy, 87, of Livonia, MI, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 20, 2020.   Ernoe was born on September 2, 1932 in Budapest, Hungary to Erno Berdy and Katalin Berdy, he was an only and very active child.  He did complete two in years of college but due to the state of Hungary he participated in two different...

Leo Lawrence Konchel Jr.

Leo Lawrence Konchel Jr.

Mar 18, 2020

Leo Lawrence Konchel, Jr. of Farmington Hills Michigan passed away on March 18, 2020 at the age of 65. Leo was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 10, 1955 to Leo and Helen Konchel (preceded in death). He graduated from Cody High School in Detroit, Michigan.   Leo was married to Deborah Konchel; they were married for 44 years.  Leo...

Felisa Itchon Deluna

Felisa Itchon Deluna

Mar 10, 2020

Felisa DeLuna passed away March 10, 2020 at the age of 95. She was born July 10, 1924 in Villasis Pangasinan Philippines to Eustaquio and Benita.   During WWII, Felisa was a Sergeant in the Thorps Infantry Regiment in the Medical Service.   In 1951, she graduated from University of Philippines with a BS in Education, majors in Home Economics...

Borko Janceski

Borko Janceski

Mar 9, 2020

Borko “Bore” Janceski, 67, of Westland, passed away March 9, 2020. He was born in Beloviste, Macedonia on July 25, 1952 to Sokol and Danica Janceski.   Borko was married to Menka Janceska on March 25, 1977; they were married for 43 years.   He is survived by his wife, Menka; sons, Davor (Daniela) and Darko (Marijana); grandchildren, Kristian and...

Roy Leo Hunt

Roy Leo Hunt

Feb 24, 2020

Visitation for Roy will be held Friday, February 28th from 2:00 PM until the time of the Funeral Service at 5:00 PM at Manns Family Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt, Livonia 48154.   Memorial donations may be made to Angela Hospice. Link located below.

David Durfee Fredrick

David Durfee Fredrick

Feb 17, 2020

David D. Fredrick, Pastor of Galilean Baptist Church in Plymouth, MI, went to be with his Lord on February 17, 2020.   He grew up in Farmington and graduated with honors from Clarenceville High School in 1960. He worked for the Detroit News in delivery for many years.   In 1967, he was ordained to the gospel ministry until his...

Edwina May "Neeve" Kirby

Edwina May "Neeve" Kirby

Feb 15, 2020

Visitation for Edwina will be held Wednesday, February 19th from 3:00 - 7:00 PM.   Edwina will be In-State for Final Visiting from 10:00 AM until the time of the Funeral Service at 11:00 AM at Manns Family Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt, Livonia 48154.   Family requests memorial donations in memory of Edwina be made to Senior Alliance. Link to...

Lirie "Lirka Selimi" Idrizi

Lirie "Lirka Selimi" Idrizi

Feb 14, 2020

Lirie (Selimi) Idrizi of Rancho Palos Verdes, California passed away peacefully on February 14, 2020, at Little Company of Mary Hospital. She was 74 years old.   "Lirka" was born on July 5, 1945 to Celik and Vezire (Rexhepi) Selimi. She grew up in Grencari, a village in Macedonia.   Lirka arrived in America in the late 60's and dedicated...

Brian Carmen Sharpy

Brian Carmen Sharpy

Feb 8, 2020

Brian Carmen Sharpy, a longtime resident of Trenton, Michigan, passed away suddenly on February 8, 2020 at Beaumont Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was 70 years old.   Born October 23, 1949 in Trenton, Michigan. He was one of six children, five girls and one boy, born to Alice and Carmen Sharpy. Brian is survived by his two sons,...