Larry Joseph Gassel
Apr 18, 2026
Larry Joseph Gassel, a devoted firefighter whose career spanned four decades, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, in Detroit, Michigan, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 16, 1957, in Hamtramck, Michigan, Larry was a man whose life was marked by compassion, dedication, and an unwavering love for his family and community.
Larry’s journey began in Detroit, where he...
Lucy Christensen
Apr 19, 2026
Lucy Christensen, née Heger, born on November 28, 1929, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, in Northville, Michigan. Her life spanned nearly a century of cherished memories, deep connections, and compelling laughter that resonated with all who knew her.
Lucy’s early years were shaped in Detroit, and throughout her life she exemplified warmth and joy, qualities that...
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...
Stephen Duda
May 10, 2026
Stephen “Steve” Duda, born on January 30, 1954, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home in Warren, Michigan, on May 10, 2026.
Steve was a man defined by his dedication to both his work and his play, a quality those closest to him admired deeply. His enthusiasm for life was evident in his many passions—foremost among them his love...
Margaret Ann Kehoe
May 9, 2026
Margaret Ann Kehoe, a woman of profound warmth, dedication, and boundless love for her family, passed away peacefully surrounded by those she cherished most. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy defined by her 65 years of marriage to her beloved husband, Thomas Kehoe, and a life richly lived in service to her family and community.
Born to the late John and...
Mary Lou Hawkins
May 8, 2026
Mary was the beloved wife of William Hawkins, her partner in life, laughter, and family. Together they built a home filled with love, resilience, and the kind of everyday joy that becomes a legacy. She was also preceded in death by her former husband, Mark Amos, with whom she shared important chapters of her early life and motherhood.
She was the...
Elzbieta Maria Mirowski
May 7, 2026
Elzbieta Maria Mirowski, née Glassner, passed away on May 7, 2026, in Warren, Michigan. Born on May 2, 1958, in Rzeszow, Poland, Elzbieta's journey from her childhood in Poland to creating a new life in America was marked by courage, determination, and unwavering love for her family.
Elzbieta immigrated to the United States at the age of 23, venturing alone and...
Louise Ann Kolakowski
May 4, 2026
Louise Ann Kolakowski, née Dzielski, passed away on May 4, 2026, in Shelby Township, Michigan. Born on January 13, 1941, in Masontown, Pennsylvania, Louise’s journey took her from her birthplace to Hamtramck at the age of 11, where she would grow into the beloved woman remembered by many today.
Louise was dearly loved by all who knew her. She was a...
Milford C. Messer
May 4, 2026
Milford C. Messer, affectionately known as "Mel," passed away on May 4, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on March 4, 1935, in Greenville, South Carolina, he was the beloved son of Jesse Messer and Rebecca Young. He was preceded in death by his brother Vern and sister Della.
Mel was a devoted father and grandfather who served honorably in...