Obituaries
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
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...