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Mark Edward Jones

Mark Edward Jones

Feb 26, 2025

A Memorial Gathering for Mark will be held Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 12:00 - 4:00 PM at Manns Family Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt, Livonia 48154.

Mario Dajay Araquil

Mario Dajay Araquil

Feb 20, 2025

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Mario Dajay Araquil, who left us on February 20, 2025, at the age of 81. He was more than just a father—he was our rock, our role model, and the foundation of our family. A man of few words, but whose actions spoke volumes,...

Lynda Marie Maki

Lynda Marie Maki

Feb 10, 2025

Lynda Marie Maki 75 of Redford Michigan, passed away on February 10, 2025. She was born in Detroit on May 3,1949 to Grady and Alma Arnold. She graduated from Redford Union High School.

Lynda was married to William "Bill" J. Maki on November 25,1994 and they were married 30 years.

She worked as a Salvage Clerk for AAA for 35 years.

Lynda lived...

Dorothy Margaret Dwyer

Dorothy Margaret Dwyer

Jan 31, 2025

Dorothy Margaret (nee. Kline) Dwyer, 95, of Livonia Michigan, passed away on January 31, 2025.

Dorothy was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on March 15, 1929 to William C. Kline and Hattie (nee. Miller) Kline. She graduated Salutatorian from Mount Mercy High School in 1947.

Dorothy married Gregory J. Dwyer on June 23, 1956; they were married 68 years.

She worked as a...

George Edward VanSach

George Edward VanSach

Jan 29, 2025

George E. VanSach, 85, of Redford, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, following a decade-long struggle with Dementia and then Alzheimer's. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on October 15, 1939, to George and Kathrine VanSach. 

He was a proud alumnus of the Lawrence Technological University and longtime member/staff at the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and Sacred Heart...

James C Walcott

James C Walcott

Jan 25, 2025

James C. Walcott, affectionately known as "JC," passed away on January 25, 2025, in Hiawassee, Georgia, at the age of 92. He was born on August 17, 1932, in Blairsville, Georgia, to James C. Walcott and Florence Agnes Walcott.

On June 1, 1956, JC married the love of his life, Rita Walcott, with whom he shared many wonderful years until her...

Michael Robert Ulaszek

Michael Robert Ulaszek

Jan 23, 2025

Michael “Mike” Robert Ulaszek, 54, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away on January 23, 2025. 

Mike was born in Chicago, Illinois to Ronald and Diane Ulaszek. He graduated from Plymouth Salem High School and continued to receive an associate’s degree from Eastern Michigan University. 

Mike was married to Laura (Kulisz) Ulaszek on April 17th, 1999; they were married for almost 26 years and...

Danica Hristov

Danica Hristov

Jan 14, 2025

Danica  Hristov passed away January 14, 2025 at the age of 98. 

The funeral service will take place Thursday, January 16th at 10:30 AM at St. George of Kratovo Macedonian Orthodox Church in Farmington Hills. Burial will follow at Glen Eden Memorial Cemetery in Livonia.

Robert Carroll Maxwell

Robert Carroll Maxwell

Jan 6, 2025

Robert Carroll Maxwell "Bob", 90, of Livonia, passed on January 6, 2025. Bob was born in a log cabin in Baxter, Tennessee to his parents Herman C. Maxwell & Callie (nee. Lollar) Maxwell on February 13,1934. He graduated from Northwestern High School in Detroit and continued on in his education, receiving a bachelor's degree from Wayne State University. 

Bob was married...

Donald Edward Hall

Donald Edward Hall

Dec 23, 2024

Donald Edward Hall, 55, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away on December 23, 2024. He was born in Dearborn, Michigan on October 26, 1969 to Melvin Charles and Glemma Lois Hall.

Don was married to Debra Lynn on June 3, 1994; married for 30 years. They spent 40 wonderful years together. 

Don worked as a Robot Programmer and Robotic Technician Leader for Comau...

Marc Allan Averill

Marc Allan Averill

Dec 22, 2024

Marc Allan Averill, 77 of Redford, Michigan, died with his family around him on December 22, 2024 after a year long illness. 

Born January 21, 1947 to Harry and Pearl Averill, he grew up In Redford where he graduated from Redford Union High school in 1964. Marc earned a degree from Michigan State University and worked for and eventually owned the...

Mary Rosetta Lang

Mary Rosetta Lang

Dec 22, 2024

Visitation for Mary will be held Friday, December 27th from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Manns Family Funeral Home.

Mary will be In-State for final visiting on Saturday, December 28th from 10:00 AM until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 AM at Cornerstone Baptist Church of Livonia.

Debra Rene Koslakiewicz

Debra Rene Koslakiewicz

Dec 20, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debra Rene Koslakiewicz (affectionately known as Debbie to her family and friends) on December 20, 2024, following a valiant battle with cancer. Born in Detroit, Michigan on September 28, 1953, to Walter and Julia Parisot, Debbie was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose kindness and love touched...

Dawn Marie Sanford

Dawn Marie Sanford

Dec 13, 2024

Dawn Marie Sanford, age 68 of Livonia, Michigan passed away December 13, 2024. 

Dawn was born in Jackson, Michigan on October 08, 1956 to John Sanford and Norma Connell.

Dawn was a Christian woman and mother and grandmother.

Dawn is survived by her daughter, Holly; Sons, David, Richard, and Robert; grandkids, Gabriel, Dominic, Harrison and Lilian; brother, Wesley; Sisters, Cindy, Susann, Robin, Serena,...

Lois JoAnn Dunne

Lois JoAnn Dunne

Dec 12, 2024

Lois Joann Dunne, of Livonia, MI, passed December 12, 2024. 

Lois JoAnn was born to Daniel and Catherine O’Donnell, May 6, 1940, in Detroit Michigan. She married John Patrick Dunne in 1962 and spent 56 years living together in Livonia, MI. Together they raised 4 children. 

She leaves as her legacy her son Brendan Dunne, granddaughter Haley (Kyle), great granddaughter Thea. Daughter...

Arthur Jacob Mumaw, Jr

Arthur Jacob Mumaw, Jr

Dec 7, 2024

Arthur Jacob Mumaw, Jr., 82, of Livonia, MI, concluded his earthly journey on December 7th, 2024, – Pearl Harbor Day – a fitting end for a man whose life was marked by a passion for aviation and a dedication to engineering excellence. Born in Hazelton, PA on December 25th, 1941, to Arthur Jacob and Thelma Mumaw, Art’s life was a...

Pamela Susan Pucci

Pamela Susan Pucci

Dec 7, 2024

Pamela Susan Pucci, 76, of Brighton, Michigan passed away December 7, 2024. She was born in Detroit Michigan on November 29, 1948 to William and Vonderine Owsley. 

Pamela graduated from Redford Union High School in 1967and continued on to receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor Michigan. 

Pamela married Anthony Pucci on August...

Anne Marie Belknap

Anne Marie Belknap

Dec 2, 2024

Anne Marie Belknap, 89, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024 in Livonia, Michigan. She was born in Windsor, Ontario on March 2, 1935 to Catherine and Joseph Tondreau and grew up in Detroit. She had five brothers, Joe, Al, Ken, Leo and John and a sister, Gail. Anne loved her brothers and sister dearly. 

She also had two daughters, Madge...

Diana B. Forynski

Diana B. Forynski

Nov 30, 2024

Diana Forynski (Maheu, Beyett), 80, of Highland, Michigan, passed away November 30, 2024. She was born in Wixom, Michigan on April 24, 1944 to Thomas Romeo Maheu and Lois Belle (nee. Walters). Diana graduated from Walled Lake Western High School.

Diana was a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She worked hard so her family could have everything they needed. She...

Esther Jane Tondreau

Esther Jane Tondreau

Nov 17, 2024

Esther Jane Tondreau, 92, of Livonia, MI passed away on November 17, 2024. She was born in Detroit on April 21, 1932, to Main and Ebba Mark. She graduated from Cooley High School in 1950.

Esther married Joseph on July 21, 1950; they were married 62 years. 

Esther enjoyed going to the casino, playing bingo, doing crossword puzzles, watching Days of Our...

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