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Eathel Ruby Schoenheide

Eathel Ruby Schoenheide

Mar 6, 2011

Went to her Lord in Heaven on March 6, 2011, at the age of 85. She was predeceased by her loving husband James Sr. and infant son Rodney. Eathel was a homemaker who raised seven active children in their Westland home and has been enjoying her last 20 years in sunny Florida. Eathel will be dearly missed by her children...

George Mercea

George Mercea

Mar 6, 2011

Passed away on March 6, 2011 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of Frances (Pat). Brother of the late Eli Mercea. Visitation for George will be held on Friday, March 11, from 3 until 9 pm. He will be in State Saturday, March 12, at 11 am until time of service 11:30 at St. Matthew United Methodist Church, 30900...

Albert William "Bill" Brenton

Albert William "Bill" Brenton

Feb 26, 2011

At the age of 81, was called to Heaven on February 26, 2011 in Florida. Cherished husband of Anna Lou and the late wife Betty. Beloved father of Barbara (Kevin) McDonell, William (Laurie) Brenton, Robert (Lisa) Brenton. Precious stepfather of Christy Norgren, Kimberly Nickerson, Kelly Greene and Gregg Nickerson. Grandfather of Allison, Hailey, Colin, Laurynn, Matthew, Michael, Billy, Katelyn, Jackie...

Hannah Winter

Hannah Winter

Feb 23, 2011

Passed away on February 23, 2011 in Farmington Hills, at the age of 90. Hannah was predeceased by her beloved husband, Arnold. She will be dearly missed by her son Al and his wife Terri; and is the loving grandmother of Cory (Kristin) & Brent (Rebecca); great grandmother of Emma, Jordan & Seth. Visitation will be held for Hannah on...

Frank Briglia

Frank Briglia

Feb 22, 2011

FRANK was 98 years of age at the time of his death, at home in Detroit. He is the beloved husband of the late Nancy and loving father of the late Mary Jane. He is a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces; and a retired teacher at Southwestern of the Detroit Public Schools, where he received awards. Frank will be...

James Henry Gallagher

James Henry Gallagher

Feb 21, 2011

Passed away on Monday, February 21, at the age of 85. James served our country in the US Navy in the Pacific during WWII. A long time resident of Livonia, James worked for the City of Livonia's DPW for 32 years. Dear father of James R., P. John, Richard (Anita), Donald, Susan (Doug) McKay, Janet (Jay) Warchol & Andrew (Tescile)....

Gerald A. Mcshane

Gerald A. Mcshane

Feb 20, 2011

JERRY was 77 years of age at the time of his death, in Livonia. He is the dear son of the late Ed and Florence McShane; and much loved brother of Dolores Rollins, Jackie Johnson, and the late Larry and Edward. "Uncle Jerry" is cherished and survived by many nieces and nephews. A veteran of the United States Army, Jerry...

Mary Anne Shevchik

Mary Anne Shevchik

Feb 16, 2011

Mary died peacefully in her sleep, one month shy of her 100th Birthday. She is the dear mother of daughter and son-in-law, Rosemary and Michael Malbin. Mary is the loving aunt of numerous nieces and nephews, and will be especially missed by Mark Hoffman. A private burial took place on February 18th at the Woodmere Cemetery in Detroit, MI. A...

Violet Louise Morris

Violet Louise Morris

Feb 15, 2011

Passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at the age of 78, in Pontiac, MI. Dear mother of Lesley (Cliff) Densmore, Kim Morris (Kevin Carter) & Wendy Walsh. Grandmother of Chris Densmore, Jenny (Greg) Lawhorn & Shannon Burns. Great Grandmother of Alex, Kyra, Katelyn, Jacob & Tommy. Visitiation will be held on Thursday, February 17, from 1 until 8 pm....

Chester John Swieton

Chester John Swieton

Feb 15, 2011

Passed away on February 15, 2011 in Livonia, at the age of 85. Chester was a U.S. Navy veteran, and the beloved husband of the late Rita. Loving father of Christine Smith, Susan Hunter, Phillip Swieton and Alicia Swieton. He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren Lauri, Matthew, Janene, Michael, Jason, Ryan, Chase, Stassie, Dalton, Holly, Lauren, and his...

Joseph Yanez

Joseph Yanez

Feb 14, 2011

Joseph passed away on February 14, 2011 at the age of 92 in Sterling Heights, MI. Beloved husband of Priscilla and dear mother of Larry (Theresa), Henry (Kathryn), Joseph, and the late Loretta Haulk. Loving grandfather of 10. Brother of Helen Street, Elouise Young, the late Cello Villa, Edward, Alfonso, Henry, Albert & Martha Flores, Mary Theresa Yanez. Visitation will...

Ronald Edward Creswell

Ronald Edward Creswell

Feb 9, 2011

Ronald passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 9, at the age of 58, at his home in Independence Twp. Ron was a graduate of Livonia Bentley High School and worked as a telecommunications engineer for Siemens. Beloved companion of Sharon Miller. Dear father of Troy (Amy) Creswell and Andrea Creswell. Loving grandfather of Olivia & Elise. Ron will be dearly...

Phil O. Farrow

Phil O. Farrow

Feb 3, 2011

PHIL was 92 years of age at the time of his death. Phil is the beloved husband of the late Winifred; and the dear father of Jack (Lorie). He is adored by one grandson, Michael; and was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald, and a sister, Dorothy. Phil proudly served in the United States Army during World War II;...

Kyle Addison March

Kyle Addison March

Feb 1, 2011

Kyle passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 1, in Farmington Hills. Beloved son of Richard and Donna. Grandson of Patricia Swansinger and Barbara Johnson. Brother of Christopher and Samantha. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 3, from 3 until 8 PM. Mass of the Resurrection, will be held on Friday, February 4, at 10 AM at St. Priscilla Catholic...

Hazel Elizabeth Mckinney

Hazel Elizabeth Mckinney

Jan 31, 2011

Hazel was 89 years of age at the time of her death. She was the beloved wife of the late James McKinney, for 67 years. She is the dear mother of Sharon, James (Maureen), and Scott (Elaine). Hazel is also survived by 11 loving grandchildren: Jim, Susan, Melinda, Erin, Meghan, Sara, Michael, Matthew, Ryan, Brandon, and David. 8 great grandchildren...

Mary Ellen Miller

Mary Ellen Miller

Jan 29, 2011

Mary was 56 at the time of her death, in Royal Oak. She is the dearest mother of Christine Valmont, Wendy Miller, Jeanette Bradford, and Richard Miller. Mary is also survived by grandchildren, Kevin and Allison; and siblings: Richard, Carol, and Barb. She was preceded in death by her brother, William. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday, February 1st,...

Vina R. Gimple

Vina R. Gimple

Jan 28, 2011

VINA was 59 years of age at the time of her death, in Farmington Hills. She is the beloved wife of Chris. Vina is the dear mother of Brian and Kenneth, and stepmother of Kenneth, Justine, and Mark. Grandmother of Branden, Josh, Jennifer, Devin, Baily and Dillon. Great-grandmother of Gage. She is also survived by loving family and friends in...

Gary R. Thuss

Gary R. Thuss

Jan 27, 2011

GARY was 60 years of age at the time of his death. He leaves--to cherish his memory, his loving life partner, Jane; three children: Wendy, Shannon, and Susan; seven grandchildren: Crystal, Enrique, Dorothy, George II, Shanna, Magdalena, and Andrew. Gary is also survived by four brothers: John, David, Steve, and Bill; and three sisters: Gay, Joy, and Laura. He was...

James Donaldson Canavan

James Donaldson Canavan

Jan 24, 2011

Passed away suddenly on Monday, January 24, 2011 at the age of 58. James was an employee of the Livonia Kroger warehouse until his recent retirement. James will be dearly missed by his wife Catherine,his family and friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 27, from 2 until 8 pm. Service will be on Friday, January 28, at 11...

Gerald Edward Sweatt

Gerald Edward Sweatt

Jan 23, 2011

Passed away on Sunday, in Howell, MI. Beloved husband of Adoline. Father of the late Edward and Patricia Sweatt. Dear grandfather of Edward, Wendy, Tracie and Kim. Military service with entombment will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery on Friday, January 28 at 10:30 am.

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