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Kathleen Simpson

Kathleen Simpson

May 16, 2014

KATHLEEN was 69 years of age at the time of her death. She was an avid Tigers fan and loved to discuss the action and the outcome.  She had found satisfaction in her work with children, as a Para-Professional in the school setting. Kathleen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Eddie. She is the dear mother of Charlie (Cyndee,)...

John S. Thomas

John S. Thomas

May 5, 2014

John was 91 years of age at the time of his death. He was preceded in death, this past winter, by his dear wife, Margaret "Peg." A veteran of the Army Air Corps, and retired from Ford Motor Company where he enjoyed a career as an electrical engineer, John is the dear father of: Carol Ann (Michael) Young, John (cindy)...

Robert Paul Alexander

Robert Paul Alexander

May 2, 2014

ROBERT PAUL ALEXANDER was 79 years of age at the time of his unexpected death, at home. Born in Detroit in 1934, to Robert and Helen Alexander, Bob was a friend to many, and worked hard and skillfully as a truck mechanic. He took great satisfaction in being the husband of over 58 years, to Martha, who survives him. Together,...

Anna Jean "Ann" Alexander

Anna Jean "Ann" Alexander

Apr 26, 2014

ANNA JEAN “ANN” ALEXANDER was born November 20, 1923 in Centralia, IL to Tena Norris and Emma E. (Rackham) Norris. She passed away on Saturday morning,  April 26th with her daughter beside her, in Farmington Hills, MI. Ann was 90. She is the beloved wife of the late Russell J., and loving mother of Carolyn (Robert) Petersen. Ann was preceded in...

Brigidanne Murphy Dds

Brigidanne Murphy Dds

Apr 23, 2014

DR. BRIGIDANNE MURPHY was 52 years of age at the time of her death, in Livonia. A proud graduate of the University of Michigan Dental School, she enjoyed helping people in the practice of dentisty, with her brother, Dr. Edward Murphy. Brigidanne was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Maureen Murphy. She is the dear sister of Kevin...

Victor S. Capaldi

Victor S. Capaldi

Apr 16, 2014

VICTOR S. CAPALDI began his life on January 1, 1922 and concluded his many years (92) on April 16, 2014.  He is the beloved husband of Stella. Family will gather on Thursday, April 24th at 2 PM for Committal Services at the Great Lakes National Cemetery, located at 4200 Belford Road  in Holly, Michigan. In tribute to Victor's service with the United...

Donald Thomas Baines

Donald Thomas Baines

Apr 11, 2014

DONALD was 95 years of age at the time of his death. He was born in Detroit and served in World War II as a U.S. Navy Electrician's Mate. His duty ships took him to the European-African-Middle Eastern and Asiatic-Pacific theatres, and included the USS KEARNY and the USS OGLETHORPE. A Livonia resident for more than 50 years, Donald had...

Sophie Irene Pucci

Sophie Irene Pucci

Mar 29, 2014

SOPHIE lived a loving, long life of 96 years before passing peacefully. She is the beloved wife of Sam, who preceded her in death on November 3, 2009. She is the dear mother of Frank (Cynthia,) and Tony (Pamela).  Sophie is the adored grandmother of 4, and great grandmother of 9. The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 5th from...

Jason Alan Belanger

Jason Alan Belanger

Mar 29, 2014

JASON was 31 years of age at the time of his sudden death. Mourning his loss are his b eloved fiance` Meaghan Devaney; and his d ear parents, Joseph and Sylvia. Jason is the loving grandson of Marian Belanger, and Ernest and Irmhilde Leiner. He is also survived by a brother, Joseph III (Elizabeth); and  many aunts, uncles and cousins....

Janet Ruth Gault

Janet Ruth Gault

Mar 20, 2014

JANET was 72 years of age at the time of her death. She is survived by her beloved husband, Robert. Janet worked for many years as a Loan Officer with the former Detroit Teachers Credit Union.  She loved Disney World, and vacationed there almost every year! Most special to Janet was the "magical" experience of the Magic Kingdom. Continuing her...

Beulah L. Coatta

Beulah L. Coatta

Mar 18, 2014

We, her family, compose this life story for the loving memory of BEULAH L. COATTA, long time resident of Livonia, who was called to heaven March 18, 2014 at the age of 94. She is the beloved mother of Susan A. (Bill) Vourex, William A. Coatta, and Linda L. Brown, and the late Janice E. Henneman. As the family grew,...

Cecile L. Gilmore

Cecile L. Gilmore

Mar 11, 2014

CECILE was 76 years of age at the time of her death. She is the b eloved wife of the late Edward. She will be dearly missed by her children: Diane (Kevin) Ray, Daren (Valerie) Gilmore, and the late Douglas, and her l oving grandchildren: Ashley, Steve, Rachael, and Sean. Cecile is also survived by her siblings:  Frankie Lowery, Pat Jarrett,...

Jonathon Gary Pauley

Jonathon Gary Pauley

Mar 4, 2014

Jonathon Gary Pauley, 36, of San Diego passed away Tuesday March 4th, 2014. He was born in Dearborn, MI on August 2nd, 1977 to Gary and Cecil Pauley. Jonathon graduated from Clarenceville High School. He went on to become a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, while serving seven years and two tours in Iraq. He then earned a...

Mary "Adam" Lesko

Mary "Adam" Lesko

Mar 2, 2014

Passed away on March 3, at the age of 96.  Mary is the beloved wife of the late Emery. Dear Mother of Shirley (Stephen) Tempe and Monica (Ronald) Washel.  Grandmother of Rober and Veronica, and great-grandmother of Jordan Washel and Ashley Grihorash.  Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 4, from 1 until 5 PM with Service at 5PM. Please share a memory...

Barbara Jean "Broxson" Rowland

Barbara Jean "Broxson" Rowland

Feb 17, 2014

BARBARA JEAN, a long time resident of Livonia,  died peacefully at home on February 17th. She was 82. Before her own entry into eternal life, she said farewell to: Barbara is survived by her children:  Robert (Sally) Rowland, David (Claudia) Rowland, Kathy Rowland, Susan (Bill) Carbott, and Richard Rowland. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren:  James “JD” Rowland, Rick...

Florence Boron

Florence Boron

Feb 17, 2014

FLORENCE was 86 years of age at the time of her death. She is the beloved wife of the late Tony. Florence will be dearly missed by her children:  Chris (Jean), Henry, and Mary (Clyde) Phillips. She is also survived by loving grandchildren:  Scott Phillips, Lisa Boron, and Steve Phillips. Florence was preceded in death by one brother, Henry Sliwinski. Friends are...

Shirley M. Rose

Shirley M. Rose

Feb 14, 2014

SHIRLEY was 83 years of age at the time of her death. She is the beloved wife of R. A. Rose. For many years, before her illness, Shirley owned and operated YELLOW ROSE ESTATE SALES. It required a lot of work, but she enjoyed every aspect of the business and the people she came in contact with! Shirley is survived...

Helen Ferensic

Helen Ferensic

Feb 4, 2014

HELEN was 86 years of age at the time of her death. She was reunited into eternal life with her beloved husband, Joseph, who preceded her in death, last October. Helen is the dear mother of Ellen (the late Harold) Dant, Debbie Ferensic, Sandi Vaughan, Joanne Bernard, and Joseph Jr. She is the loving grandmother of Valerie, Wendy (Todd), Jennifer,...

Frances P. "Pat" Mercea

Frances P. "Pat" Mercea

Feb 4, 2014

Better known as PAT, Frances Phyllis Mercea was 91 years of age at the time of her death.  Many things brought a smile to Pat's face, but being with those she loved was her ultimate joy. She is the beloved wife of the late George Mercea, who preceded her death in March of 2011. Pat is the cherished aunt of Linda...

John Francis Bongero

John Francis Bongero

Feb 2, 2014

JACK was 84 years of age at the time of his death, at home, in Livonia. He is the beloved husband of Johane, and dear father of John (Denise), Roseane Bradbury, Dan (Lory), Suzane (Scott) Holycross, Carol (William) Bryant, David (Wendy) and Gary (Kelly). Jack is the adored grandfather of 17 and great grandfather of 7.  He was preceded in death...