Obituaries

Peter "Dave" Disalvo III

Peter "Dave" Disalvo III

May 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce that Peter “Dave” DiSalvo III, 51, of Huron Township, went to be with the Lord in the early hours of Friday, May 16th, 2025. He was surrounded by his children at the time of his passing.

Peter was born on October 2, 1973, in Garden City, Michigan, to Peter David DiSalvo Jr. and Catherine Courtney. He...

Timothy E. Reed

Timothy E. Reed

May 11, 2025

Timothy Emmett “Tim” Reed, 66, of Plymouth, Michigan, our beloved husband, father, son, brother and uncle, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 11, 2025, surrounded by family members.

Tim was born June 16, 1958, in Detroit, and was the oldest of eight children of Emmett V. Reed, Jr. and Patricia Casey Reed. After graduating from Bloomfield Hills Andover High School, Tim...

Steven "Steve" Rapson Jr.

Steven "Steve" Rapson Jr.

May 23, 2025

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Karen Margaret Mulholland

Karen Margaret Mulholland

May 21, 2025

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John A. Janitz

John A. Janitz

May 19, 2025

John A. Janitz, age 82 of Northville passed away on May 19, 2025.

He was born in Northampton, Pennsylvania to the late Mary (née Novak) and John F. Janitz. John graduated with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Villanova University, earned his MBA from Eastern Michigan University and is graduate of the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School. He was...

Mary Ellen MacRae

Mary Ellen MacRae

May 14, 2025

Mary Ellen MacRae, a beloved mother and devoted grandmother, passed away on May 14, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on June 18, 1943, in Detroit, Mary served her community as a teacher for over 30 years. Her commitment to teaching was evident in her pursuit of a Master’s degree in education, which showcased her dedication and love of...

Constance Dell Cavanaugh

Constance Dell Cavanaugh

May 13, 2025

Constance Dell Cavanaugh, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, at the age of 92. Her warmth, sparkle, and joyful spirit left a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Born on December 22, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan, Constance was a woman who lived life with...

DruAnn MacPherson

DruAnn MacPherson

May 7, 2025

DruAnn MacPherson, 60, of Plymouth, MI, passed away on May 7, 2025.

She was born on March 19, 1965, in Saginaw, MI, to her parents, the late Beatrice (née Gelltly) and Paul Haag.

She is survived by her three siblings; Shawn (Max) Williamson, Andrea (Jim) Jezak, and Christopher (Angela) Haag. Her nieces and nephews; Cory Williamson, Ian Jezak, Alie (Richard) Cortopassi, and...

Georgia Lee Schmalzried

Georgia Lee Schmalzried

May 2, 2025

Georgia Lee Schmalzried, age 94 of Plymouth Mi. passed away on May 2, 2025.

She was born on March 23, 1931 in Dodge City, Kansas to her parents, the late Helen (née Waters) and Walter Dierking. She was the beloved and devoted wife of the late Raymond Schmalzried; loving mother of two children – Brenda Lee Schmalzried, Gretchen Marie (Arthur) DiTullio...

Randall P. Whately

Randall P. Whately

May 1, 2025

Randall “Randy” Patrick Whately, beloved husband, devoted father, accomplished attorney, and standout athlete, passed away on May 1, 2025, at the age of 73. A man of uncommon talent, unwavering integrity, and deep warmth, Randy lived a life rich with purpose, filled with love, achievement, and joy.

Born on St. Patrick’s Day—March 17, 1952—in Toledo, Ohio, to Jean (née Nowicki) and...

Gregory Joseph Kaiser

Gregory Joseph Kaiser

May 1, 2025

Gregory Joseph Kaiser, 86, died on Thursday, May 1 at home, Peoria, Illinois under the care of his wife, Leslie who was by his side. Cause of death was a heart attack from progressive heart failure.

He was a loving father to Kurt and Kristine, and his pre-deceased children Timothy and Sarah. He is survived by his sisters Judie O'Bryan, Shirley...

Conrad W. "Connie" Fries Jr.

Conrad W. "Connie" Fries Jr.

May 1, 2025

Connie was born August 22, 1934 in St. Louis, Missouri to Conrad Fries Sr. and Margaret (Bokerman) Fries. He is deeply loved and will be sorely missed by his wife of 37 years, Myra. He will also be missed by his son, Dan (Penny) Fries, and step-sons and daughter, Allen (Rhonda) Marsh, Steve (Joanne) Marsh, Carrie (Steven) Slusarski and Anthony...

Jeffrey Alan Blackburn

Jeffrey Alan Blackburn

Apr 29, 2025

Jeffrey Alan Blackburn, age 79 passed away on April 30, 2025. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 9, 1945 to his parents, the late Dorothy (née Thornton) and Harry Blackburn.

He is the beloved and devoted husband of Frances; loving father of Joseph (Lauren) Blackburn, Rebecca (Chris Cooper) Blackburn and proud grandfather of Max. He is pre-deceased by his...

Barbara Jean Clark

Barbara Jean Clark

Apr 29, 2025

Barbara Jean Clark, age 85 of Canton, Michigan passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025. She was born to Raymond and Lillie Petty in Hickman County, Tennessee, Barbara was the youngest of eight children. She grew up in Sharon, Tennessee, before the family relocated to Plymouth, Michigan, where Barbara attended Plymouth High School. Barbara was the last surviving member of...

Gregg D. Asbill

Gregg D. Asbill

Apr 25, 2025

Gregg D. Asbill, born on October 1, 1964, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025, in Livonia, Michigan. He was a cherished individual whose smile would light up the room, bringing warmth and happiness to those fortunate enough to know him.

Gregg is survived by his loving brother, Jeffrey Asbill, who is married to Joanne Cai; his devoted...

Irving Feldman

Irving Feldman

Apr 24, 2025

Irving "Irv" Feldman, 97, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, in Westland, Michigan. A beloved musician, educator, veteran, and family man, Irv's remarkable life spanned nearly a century of music, service, and joy.Born on October 9, 1927, in Detroit, Michigan, Irv grew up in a vibrant city that would become the backdrop for much of his musical journey. He...

Richard Wallace McMann

Richard Wallace McMann

Apr 24, 2025

Richard Wallace McMann, a cherished father, brother, and friend, passed away on April 24, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on November 30, 1933, in Jackson, Ohio, Richard lived a life filled with dedication and a love for his family that touched all who knew him.

A proud member of the Navy and the Seabees, Richard served his country with...

Michael Ralph Cherry

Michael Ralph Cherry

Apr 22, 2025

Michael Ralph Cherry, age 69 of Plymouth passed away on April 22, 2025.

He was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 22, 1955 to his parents, the late Elna (née McBryde) and William Elroy Cherry. Michael is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his brother Robert Cherry and his sister Kathryn Booth as well as his nieces and nephews...

Elizabeth Chaney

Elizabeth Chaney

Apr 22, 2025

Elizabeth Chaney, age 84 of Plymouth, Michigan passed away on April 22, 2025. She was born on December 8, 1940 in Wyandotte, Michigan to her parents, the late Elizabeth (née Gibbons) and Thomas Vincent Santoro.

Elizabeth, “Betty,” was a beautiful soul who lit up every room that she ever stepped in and always left the room with a new set of...

William Michael Chkoreff

William Michael Chkoreff

Apr 21, 2025

William (Bill) Chkoreff, aged 98, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025 at Angela Hospice. He was born on January 14, 1927 to Michael and Aspacia, emigrants from Bitola, Macedonia who settled in the Springwells neighborhood of Detroit. Bill always spoke of the love and strong sense of family that they gave to him. His earliest memory was of his...