Obituaries

Nov 19, 2023

Janette Margaret Aldis, 84, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at The Orchards in Armada. Janette was born June 3, 1939 to the late Harold and Nellie Deinzer. Beloved wife of the late Samuel Aldis; loving mother of Samuel (Carol), Steven (Katharine) and Scott (Shelley) Aldis; cherished grandmother of Tanya Gulland, Samuel (Amanda), Jeffrey (Nicole), Melissa and...

Nov 18, 2023

Anna Marie Truance, 71, of Chesterfield Twp., died peacefully at home after a short bought with cancer Saturday, November 18, 2023. Anna was born November 16, 1952 to the late Harvey and Julia Cools. Anna is survived by her son, Mark (Melanie) Cools and grandsons, Alexander and Zachary. Anna loved spending time with her grandchildren.

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Nov 4, 2023

Christine Helen Babcock, of Ray Township, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2023 surrounded by the love of her family.  Christine was born February 11, 1946 in Mt. Clemens, Michigan, a daughter of Thomas F. and Kathryn J. (Duckert) Murphy.  She was united in marriage with Bob R. Babcock on June 3, 1967 at Grace Episcopal Church in Mt....

Nov 3, 2023

No Services to be held.

Oct 31, 2023

Jerome Joseph Barton, 85, of Riley Twp., passed away at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Jerome was born April 12, 1938 to the late Joseph and Lillian Barton. Loving husband of the late Marilyn Barton; cherished father of Dennis Barton, Denise Matthes, Diane (John) Cannon and Derrick Barton; grandfather of Kelley (Sam Addobbo) Barton and...

Oct 30, 2023

Arnold McVittie age 85, of Deckerville, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, October 30, 2023. He was born February 27, 1938 in Deckerville to the late Walter and Marion (DeLong) McVittie. He graduated from Deckerville High School and then attended Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music where he met Sally, his beloved wife of...

Oct 29, 2023

Rodney Harold Stolicker, 61, of Palms passed away on Sunday October 29th, 2023. Rod was born July 19, 1962, in Deckerville to the late Nelson and Phyllis Stolicker. He married Jody Cass on February 15, 1989, in Las Vegas. Rod graduated with the Deckerville Class of 1980. Upon completion of high school, Rod joined the family farm. Rod could often...

Oct 21, 2023

Arthur Lawrence O’Donnell, 70, of Goodells, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Arthur was born July 31, 1953 to the late Arthur and Phyllis O’Donnell. Beloved husband of Rhonda O’Donnell; caring father of Kenneth (Dajana) O’Donnell, Brent O’Donnell, Garrett (Katie Anliker) O’Donnell and Lynsey (Mitch) Blount; cherished grandfather of Calvin, Mia, Oliver...

Oct 17, 2023

Antoinette Gabridge, 78, of Richmond Twp., passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at Leisure Manor with her family by her side. Toni was born July 9, 1945 in Detroit Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Gabridge who she married on December 8, 1979. Toni is survived by her children, Rozanne (Tony) Buhagiar, Kim (Dean) Jones and Jennifer (Todd)...

Oct 15, 2023

Edwin David Verbrugge, 77, of Columbus Twp., passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023. Edwin was born November 27, 1945 to the late Edwin and Ann Verbrugge. He graduated from St. Augustine High School in 1965 and married his high school sweetheart, Gladys Cain. They were married for 58 years. During that time, they had three beautiful daughters; Rhonda (Rick)...

Oct 14, 2023

Breanna Gabriela Lundgren was born January 10, 2003 to her proud parents, Phil and Tina Lundgren and her two brothers Dillon and Dustin. Anyone who knew Breanna knew she only cared about three things -her family (friends became family to Bre), her dog, Casper and having a good time. No matter where she was or what she was doing, she...

Oct 14, 2023

Edward Thomas LaValley, 87, of Richmond, peacefully passed away Saturday, October 14, 2023. Edward was born July 24, 1936 to the late George and Lila LaValley. Edward is survived by his wife, Deanna LaValley, Daughter, Shelley (George) Murdick, grandchildren, John (Sarah) Gillies and Katherine (Dennis) Stuckey, great grandchildren, Emily and Logan Gillies and son-in-law, John Gillies. He is preceded...

Sep 15, 2023

Richard Witte, 82, of Indian River, and formerly of Richmond, passed away peacefully Friday, September 15, 2023. Richard was born February 23, 1941 to the late Otto and Margaret Witte. Beloved husband of Marilyn Witte; cherished father of Scott (Lori) Witte, Craig (Pamela) Witte and Lindsay (David Noe) Witte; caring grandfather of Cole, Trent, Tyler, Eddie and Zoe. Also...

Sep 14, 2023

John Chester Dickinson, age 76, of Casco Township passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 peacefully and surrounded by family at Select Specialty Hospital in Mount Clemens, Michigan.  John was born on March 25, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan to the Late Thomas Sr. and Clara Dickinson.  He went to Richmond Public Schools and graduated from Richmond High School in 1965. ...

Sep 12, 2023

James Philip Smith 79, of St. Clair Shores, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. James was born on November 28, 1943, to the late Myron P. Smith and Ellavienne Smith. After high school James enlisted in the United States Navy. He served for 4 years as a Second-Class Petty Officer. James met the love...

Aug 25, 2023

A Private Mass has taken place.

Aug 21, 2023

Donna Jean Burch, age 95, of Marysville, died Monday August 21, 2023, in Medilodge of Port Huron. She was born February 14, 1928, in Deckerville, the daughter of Harmon and Bertha (Young) Lincoln. She attended Deckerville High School. She later was married to Donald K. Burch, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Burch was a librarian for 25 years at...

Aug 20, 2023

Wayne Eugene Allen Sr., of Richmond, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023, at The Orchards of Armada Assisted Living Center. Wayne was born November 7, 1932. Loving son of the late Jack and Evelyn Stickney and devoted husband of the late Janet Allen; caring Father of Wayne (Kathy) Allen Jr. and Jack (Julia) Allen; cherished grandfather of Melisa (Shawn)...

Aug 18, 2023

Joseph H. Van Dalen, age 89, of Palms, died August 18, 2023 in Autumnwood of Deckerville. He was born August 6, 1934, in Palms, the son of the late August and Cecilla (Messing) Van Dalen. On May 25, 1963, in married Margaret Walters in Palms. Joe had worked since he was 12 years old, when, as the oldest of six...

Aug 13, 2023

Mary Louise Matusko, 83, of Columbus, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at The Orchards of Armada. Mary Lou was born May 1, 1940 to the late Russell and Stella Santoro. Mary Lou is survived by her husband, Raymond Matusko, children Raymond (Donna) Matusko and Maria Mayer, grandchildren, Dustin (Nikki) Matusko, Vicki (Collin) Winfrey, Kevin (Susan) Brown, Sean Matusko,...