Obituaries

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...

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...

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.

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Oct 25, 2024

Joseph “Joe” Christopher Tilson, 64, of Livonia, MI passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, October 25th, 2024. 

Joe was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 27th, 1960 to Walter and Evelyn Tilson. He graduated from Redford High School, and continued on to Denver Auto and Diesel College. He worked as a mechanic for UPS for 34 years. He...

Oct 24, 2024

 Patricia "Pat" Jugon, 89, of Livonia, MI passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Pat was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on April 13, 1935 to William and Marie Semelveis. After graduating high school, she moved to Detroit and worked as a secretary for American Harvester, where she met her future husband, Michael, then at Henry Ford hospital in Detroit until they...

Oct 17, 2024

Robert Charles Mullen, aka Bob Mullen, 84 years old, Redford Michigan passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024.

Bob was born in Southfield Michigan on October 12, 1940 to Delbert C. Mullen and Celestine Schonhofen. He was one of 9 brothers and sisters. Bob graduated from Salesian High School and continued on to receive his business degree from Walsh Business Institute.

Bob was...

Oct 10, 2024

Eric Douglas Booth, 80, passed away October 10, 2024. He was born April 11, 1944 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.

Eric was married to Marcia on November 12, 1966 and had two sons, Kenneth and Todd.

He graduated from Eastern Michigan University in January 1967 and became a certified CPA in April 1970. He began his career at what became Price...

Oct 7, 2024

Patricia Leonard, 87, passed away October 7, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Detroit on September 16, 1937, to Zigmond and Helen Goslawski, where she joined her older sister, Irene. She graduated from St. Andrews High School in 1955 and soon after graduation, she met the love of her life, Raymond Leonard. They married on August 16,...

Oct 3, 2024

After a beautiful fall afternoon with his niece, Lesley, our Uncle George Paul Brancato peacefully slipped away in the wee hours of October 3, 2024 - reuniting after almost 11 months with his beloved "Barb" (nee Gordinier). At the age of 97, he represented the last of our family's "Greatest Generation".

Soft spoken, small in stature, big in heart, kind, Godly,...

Sep 22, 2024

Laura Jean Gonzalez, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2024, in Livonia, Michigan, at the age of 92. Born on December 1, 1931, in Detroit. 

Laura retired from her career at Life of Virginia Insurance Company, yet her most treasured role was that of a devoted mother to her children, Deborah, Gary, and Laurie, and...

Sep 14, 2024

Jacqueline “Jackie” Lee Ritchey, 84, of Livonia, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, September 14th surrounded by her loved ones.

Jackie was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on April 16,1940 to Michael and Pearl Possert. She graduated from Thurston High School in 1959.

Jackie was married to Billy Ritchey on September 9, 1964; they were married for 36 years. They had five daughters.

Jackie held...

Sep 7, 2024