Dennis Edward DeSmet
Dec 20, 2025
Dennis was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Raymond and Genevieve, and lived a life defined by technical intelligence, curiosity, and a relentless desire to understand—and improve—how things worked.
From an early age, Dennis excelled in math, chemistry, and engineering. He attended Austin Catholic Preparatory School, an all-boys Catholic high school, from 1957 to 1960, where he built the analytical foundation that...
Irene Agnes Kennedy
Jan 16, 2026
Irene Agnes Kennedy, age 93, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 16, 2026, in Royal Oak, Michigan.
Born in Detroit, Michigan to Anthony and Anna Brazer, Irene spent many years living in Secord Township, where she built a life rooted in faith, family, and love with her husband Charles. For the final eight years of her...
Janice Ida Lang
Jan 12, 2026
Janice Ida Lang, age 95, of Clinton Township, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026. Born on December 13, 1930, in Detroit, she was the beloved daughter of the late Carl and Irene (nee: Duebal) Munzel. Janice spent her formative years growing up in East Detroit, where she formed treasured memories that would stay with her throughout her life.
After...
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...
Caroline Bokios Blomeyer
Jan 28, 2026
Caroline Bokios Blomeyer died peacefully in her sleep on January 28, 2026. She was 86 years old. Kiriakoula “Caroline” Bokios, was born on June 20, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois. She was the second of four children and the only daughter of Steven and Victoria Bokios, Greek immigrants from Argostoli, Kephalonia, Greece, an island in the Ionian Sea.
Caroline was a beautiful...
Joyce Ann Patton
Jan 18, 2026
Joyce Ann Patton, born May 10, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on January 18, 2026, in Warren, Michigan. She was a devoted mother, cherished friend, and beloved grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love and strong connections with both her family and her friends.
Throughout her life, Joyce was best known for devoting herself to her son, Joel. Together, they...
Janis Camille Bischoff
Jan 16, 2026
Janis Camille Bischoff, age 76, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, in Richmond, Michigan. She was born on November 14, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan.
Janis grew up in Roseville, Michigan, and later made her home in Sterling Heights, where she spent her adult years and raised her family. She retired from TD Auto Finance after many years of dedicated service.
Janis...
Richard Joseph Cebula
Jan 11, 2026
Richard Joseph Cebula, born on April 13, 1951, in Warren, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, in Troy, Michigan, after bravely facing serious medical issues. Richard's courage throughout his battle was a testament to his character and love for his family.
Richard held a deep affection for his family, which was evident throughout his life. He cherished the time...
Harold George Hardy Jr
Jan 9, 2026
Harold Hardy was born on December 28, 1940, in Detroit, the cherished son of Harold and Emma (Bishop) Hardy. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 9, 2026.
A devoted husband for 54 wonderful years, Harold is survived by his beloved wife, Doris (DesRochers). He was a loving father to Michael and Sharon, who is married to John Scales,...
Virginia Pawenski
Jan 5, 2026
Virginia Pawenski of Clinton Township passed away on January 5, 2026. She was a loving and devoted wife, a cherished sister to Daniel Dobroczynski, and a woman whose life was centered around family, kindness, and hard work.
Virginia was deeply devoted to her beloved husband, Ronald Pawenski, who preceded her in death. Together they shared a life filled with love and...