Gary Lee Koprin
Mar 8, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Lee Koprin, who departed life peacefully on March 8, 2026, at the age of 73.
Gary was born on September 18, 1952 in Hazel Park, MI to Louis and Constance Koprin. He proudly served his country for 4 years during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged as a...
Janet Sue Arnold
Mar 25, 2026
It is with profound grief but also the certainty of resurrection that the loved ones of Janet Arnold announce that she has gone to the arms of her Savior.
Jan was born in Detroit to Wallace and Thelma Bartlett on January 12, 1953, and lived on the road to Belle Isle where her dad stoked her love for learning by reading...
Mary Ann Bayer
Mar 24, 2026
Our mom, Mary Ann Bayer, born April 19, 1935 Mary Ann Young, passed away March 24, 2026. She is happy to be joining her best friend, Greg Bayer, who died in 2013. Mary Ann was most proud of being a mother to her six children, Mike, Chris, Rosemary, Heidi, Bridget, and Jennifer. Her extensive family included grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces,...
Bernadette Janet Doto
Feb 21, 2026
Bernadette Doto, 93, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, in Chesterfield, Michigan. She was born on April 29, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan, and was a long-time resident of St. Clair Shores, and later, Macomb Township, Michigan.
Bernadette dedicated 25 years to working for Michigan Bell/AT&T, where she became known for...
Mary Eleanor Fox
Mar 1, 2026
Mary (Gaston) Fox, age 80, stepped into glory on March 1, 2026. She was born on December 8, 1945 in Detroit, MI to the late Henry and Helen Gaston.
Mary raised four incredible children with faith, strength and compassion. Cindy Kanehl-Malaga (David), Kenneth Kanehl (2005), Heather Casper (Ken), and Heidi Illig (Paul). She also had the honor and privilege to assist...
John Mantovani
Jan 16, 2026
John Mantovani, a cherished resident of Eastpointe, MI, was born on October 2, 1933, and peacefully departed from this world on January 16, 2026. He was the beloved son of Giovanna Pavan and Santino Mantovani and a treasured brother to the late Mary Mantovani.
John was a devoted husband to the late Carolyn Marie Marullo Mantovani. He took great pride in...
Lucille Rae Smith
Mar 29, 2026
Lucille Rae Smith, age 76, of Columbus, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on March 29, 2026. Born in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, on January 2, 1950, to William and Mary Lou Morgan, Lucille’s life was a testament to love, resilience, and devotion to family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her devoted husband, Ivan Dave Smith; her cherished...
Kathryn Jean Balysh-Wisniewski
Mar 27, 2026
Kathy Balysh-Wisniewski, aged 75, of Harrison Township, Michigan, peacefully passed away in her home on March 27, 2026.
Kathy was deeply appreciated for her love of nature and the arts. She found great joy in gardening, nurturing her surroundings with care and dedication. Additionally, her passion for photography allowed her to capture meaningful moments and the natural beauty that surrounded her.
She...
Anthony Miquel Little
Mar 25, 2026
Anthony Little, born June 18, 1968, was called home to be with the Lord on March 25, 2026, at the age of 57. Early on, Anthony embraced his free spirit and lived with fearless authenticity. Living his truth as a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, he moved through the world on his own terms, with a sense of independence...
Thomas Keith Coates
Mar 21, 2026
Thomas “Keith” Coates, aged 87, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in Warren, Michigan. Born on July 2, 1938, in Exeter, Ontario, to Whitney and Viola (Hodgert) Coates, Keith spent his early years in Exeter and Usborne Township. After completing Grade 10, he attended Ridgetown College of Agriculture Technology before returning to the family farm. There, he and his...