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Rodney Petty

Rodney Petty

Aug 19, 2010

RODNEY was 61 years of age at the time of his death, in Trenton. He is the beloved husband of the late Martha; and dear brother of Richard, John, and Kimberly. He will be dearly missed. Family will receive friends on Saturday, August 21st & Sunday, August 22nd from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Monday...

Rita Mae Westfall

Rita Mae Westfall

Aug 18, 2010

RITA was 79 years of age at the time of her death, in Farmington Hills. She is the beloved wife of the late Raymond. Rita is the dear mother of Stanley (Mary Helen) Bokota, Steven (Pam) Westfall, Ranea Simmons, and Mary Simoneau. She is adored by four grandchildren: Janelle, Steven, Ariene, and Ryan; and two great grandchildren: Russell and Katie....

Joette Rose Mccully

Joette Rose Mccully

Aug 18, 2010

Of Hopetown, Bahamas, passed away on Wednesday, August 18th, at the age of 68. Joette was the beloved wife of Daniel for 49 yrs. Dear mother of Julie (John) Barnett of Livonia, Patrick (Christine) of Hopetown, and the late Daniel Jay. She will be dearly missed by her grandchildren, Shilo (Matt) Nelson, Dana, Megan and Ian and her great-grandchildren Austen,...

Raoul Sostenes "Rocky" Rodriguez

Raoul Sostenes "Rocky" Rodriguez

Aug 15, 2010

Passed away on Sunday, August 15th at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Sheryl. Dear father of Aaron, Adam, Amanda, Ashley. Brother of Tony, Esther, Louise, Theresa, and the late Ernie. Family and friends will gather at the funeral home on Saturday August 28, from 1:00 until 3:00 pm. A memorial service for Rocky will be held at 2:00...

Domenico Soave

Domenico Soave

Aug 10, 2010

Passed away suddenly on Tuesday August 10, in Livonia, at the age of 71. Domenico was preceded in death by his two loving daughter Joseppine and Antonette. He is survived by his beloved wife Lena, his son-in law Todd, and his dear grandchildren Jesica, Jennifer, Michael, Dominic & Anthony. Brother of Anitta Grossi. Visitation will be held on Thursday from...

Charles Gilders

Charles Gilders

Aug 8, 2010

CHARLES was 75 years of age at the time of his death, at home. He is the beloved husband of Carol; and dear father of Donna (Mark) Halstead, and Christor. Charles is survived by two grandchildren: Hanna and Hunter. He is the brother of Carole Rusher, Douglas Gilders, the late Thomas Gilders and Susan Burzlaff. The family will receive friends...

Martha Catherine "Mickie" Coleman

Martha Catherine "Mickie" Coleman

Aug 3, 2010

Passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 3, in West Bloomfield, MI. at the age of 79. Mickie is the beloved wife of Harvey, and loving mother of Bruce (Wendy). She will be dearly missed by her granddaughters Brooke and Paige. Sister of Betty Weddel & the late Helen Dingman and Robert Hays. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 6th...

James F. O'Neil

James F. O'Neil

Aug 1, 2010

Passed away at his home, on Sunday, August 1st, at the age 86. James will be dearly missed by his beloved wife Elaine. Loving father of Mark (Paula). James was preceded in death by his son David. Grandfather of Timmie and Melanie and great-grandfather of Ethan and Ella. James was chairman of the National Voter Referendum. Former member of Michigan's...

Joseph C. Goetz

Joseph C. Goetz

Jul 25, 2010

JOSEPH was 85 years of age at the time of his death, the beloved husband of Virginia. He is the dear father of Stewart (Carolyn) and David (Jill); and grandfather of Kathryn, Andrew, Matthew (Mandy), and Kristen. Joseph is the brother of Dorothy Adams, and the late William, Phyllis Splitt, and Robert. The family will receive friends on Saturday, July...

Diana Jean Tarnacki

Diana Jean Tarnacki

Jul 24, 2010

DIANA was 65 years of age at the time of her death, in Livonia, where she has resided since 1974, with her beloved husband, Bill. Diana is the dearest mother of daughter, Leslie (Jasen), who are the parents of Beth and Jacob; son, Bill (Laura), who are the parents of Leah, Katie, and Joey; and son, Tom. Diana has been...

Genevieve A. Kay

Genevieve A. Kay

Jul 18, 2010

GENEVIEVE was 86 years of age at the time of her death, in Farmington Hills. Genevieve was very active in St. Priscilla Church, a member of Livonia Senior Citizens and a great role model as a MOM. Genevieve is the beloved wife of the late Edward Chester Kay; and dear mother of Douglas (Darlene) Kay, Richard (Rosemarie) Kay, Audrey (the...

Michael Allan Tuomi

Michael Allan Tuomi

Jul 16, 2010

MICHAEL was 51 years of age at the time of his death, in Farmington Hills. He is the dear father of Ryann Yost, and grandfather of 2. Mike is also survived by his mother, Violet, and two brothers, James and Martin. The family will receive visitors on Monday, July 19th, from 12 Noon to 4 p.m., with services at 3:30...

Charles R. Lectka

Charles R. Lectka

Jul 7, 2010

CHARLES was 84 years of age at the time of his death. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Janice. They were both public school teachers. He is the dear father of Jill Lectka, and John (Cindy) Lectka. Also survived by 3 grandchildren. The family will receive visitors on Sunday July 11th, 2:00 PM at Mt. Hope Congregational Church, 30330...

Alma N. Weaver

Alma N. Weaver

Jun 26, 2010

Passed away on Saturday, June 26th, in Livonia, at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Lyle, dear mother of Connie (Richard) Webb, Teresa Weaver, Kristen (Les) Jackson. Loving grandmother of 6, great grandmother of 16 and great-great grandmother of 2. Sister of John Mauldin. Visitation for Alma will be held on Monday, June 28th from 2 until...

Lillian Dorothy Misevich Gisner

Lillian Dorothy Misevich Gisner

Jun 26, 2010

Lillian was born May 15,1923 in Detroit, and passed away on June 26, in Livonia at the age of 87. Lillian was a volunteer English as a Second Language teacher for over 40 years and volunteered for reading programs in Livonia elementary schools. Beloved wife of the late James Leroy Gisner. Dear mother of Janet (David) Landry and Joan Ellen...

Kenneth H. Harma Jr.

Kenneth H. Harma Jr.

Jun 26, 2010

Kenny was 53 years old when he passed away in Novi, Michigan. Born in Detroit to loving parents, Kenneth Sr. and Mary Virginia Harma, Kenny is also survived by his sisters, Bonnie (Sam) Bailo and Rachel "April" (Wayne) Robins; his caring niece, Lagaya "Ging" Harma; his nephews, William "Billy" Harma Jr., Zac Robins, Samuel and Matthew Bailo. Kenny was preceded...

Clara Rhodes

Clara Rhodes

Jun 19, 2010

A Memorial Service to honor the life of Clara Rhodes, will take place on Friday evening, June 25th at 7:00 PM, at the First Baptist Church of Detroit. The Rev. William A. Walker will officiate. The church is located at 21200 Southfield Road in Southfield (48075).

James G. Richards Jr.

James G. Richards Jr.

Jun 17, 2010

James was 82 years of age at the time of his death, in Farmington Hills. He is the beloved husband of Marie, and dear father of Jim Richards, and Lori (Bruce) Revord. Jim retired from MichCon, and has enjoyed the company of family, friends...and watching television! Jim is survived by his loving grandson: Dirk (Erica) Richards; Great granddaughters: Delilah and...

Billy Ray Hackett

Billy Ray Hackett

Jun 10, 2010

BILLY RAY, was 63 at the time of his death in the Detroit V.A. Medical Center. A U.S. Navy veteran, Billy Ray proudly served his country in the Vietnam War. He is the dear son of Ronald and the late Rusty Hackett; and father of Anthony, and the late Shelia. Billy Ray is also survived by aunts: Thelma, Zelma, and...

Louise Baur Heck

Louise Baur Heck

Jun 4, 2010

Louise Anna (Shoemaker) Baur-Heck passed away on June 4, 2010 , at Hospice House of Cheboygan. Louise was born on August 27, 1920 , in Boston Massachusetts to Andrew and Mary (Siliber) Shoemaker. On June 1, 1940 , she married Andrew Baur, who preceded her in death in January, 1989. On November 5, 1994 , she married Richard Heck, who...