Obituaries

Francis G. Tylka

Francis G. Tylka

Jun 10, 2013

Francis "Frank" Tylka passed away June 10, 2013 at the age of 84. He was born August 6, 1928 in Gates, Pennsylvania to Francis and Florence Tylka. Frank was preceeded in death by his wife Helen Rose. He is survived by his wife Johnie and his children Karen(Larry Siedell)Hawraney and Dianne Gravett, also step children Brenda(James)Dingman, Sandra(Larry)Groth, Lisa(Mark)Bear, Darla(Kevin)LaForge and...

Karl S. Horvath

Karl S. Horvath

Jun 5, 2013

Karl S. Horvath, age 96 of Warren, Ohio and Plymouth passed away on June 5, 2013. Beloved husband of the Linda and the late Vivian. Loving father of Diana (Walter) Mozurkewich, Karen Horvath Washburn and Ilona Horvath. Proud grandfather of Karl (Jessica) Mozurkewich, Landon Mozurkewich and Gabrielle Mozurkewich. Preceded in death by his sister Eva Szantos. Karl enjoyed swimming, golfing...

Michael Alan Eddy

Michael Alan Eddy

Jun 5, 2013

Passed away at the Karmanos Cancer Center on June 5, 2013 after a brave battle against lymphoma at the age of 60. He was an inventor with a great sense of humor and was always ready to lend a hand. Michael enjoyed designing and building toys, working in the emerging field of 3D video and computer interaction. He had developed...

Helen Joy Lynas

Helen Joy Lynas

Jun 4, 2013

Helen Joy Lynas born in Bothwell, Ontario, Canada on June 6, 1923. Departed on June 4, 2013 and resided in Plymouth Twp., MI Age 89. She is preceded in death by her parents, George Willard Kribs and Lillian (Webster) Kribs; her beloved husband of 55 years, Albert Lynas; her beloved daughter, Linda Rowland; her brothers, Jack Kribs, Charles Kribs, Kenneth...

Dorothy Maxine Lee

Dorothy Maxine Lee

Jun 3, 2013

Dorothy Lee, age 85 of Plymouth, passed away on June 3,2013. Loving wife of the late J.C. Lee. Beloved mother of Jerry (Kathleen) Lee, Jim (Marilyn) Lee, Shirley (John) Henning and Mary Margaret (Tim) Campbell. Proud grandmother of Jason (Joanna) Lee, Amy (Brian) Bastien, Todd (Michele) Lee, Sharon (Kevin) Holt, David Lee, Michael (Amy) Lee, John (Theresa) Henning, Melissia Stockett,...

Margaret Elizabeth Smith

Margaret Elizabeth Smith

May 31, 2013

Passed away at home with her family beside her on Friday, May 31, 2013 at the age of 85. Margaret was born in Detroit the daughter of Leo M. and Anna Mae ( Sayen ) Cavinaw. For a good portion of her life the family resided in the Berkley area and after her husband's retirement they moved to Florida where...

Patsy Sue Harper

Patsy Sue Harper

May 31, 2013

Passed away at her home with her family beside her on Friday, May 31, 2013 at the age of 66. Patsy was born in Northville on July 25, 1946, the daughter of Samuel and Emma ( Williams ) Dickey. Pasty's life revolved around her family and work. She had worked for 1st Technology Safety Systems and also with Western Electric...

Shirley Margaret Covach

Shirley Margaret Covach

May 30, 2013

Shirley Gwendolyn Margaret Covach passed away at Cederwoods Assisted Living in Belleville on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at the age of 89. Shirley had battled MS for 48 years. She was born in Walkerville, Ontario, Canada on April 8, 1924 the daughter of Richard and Margaret ( Warren ) Longley. In the early 1950's she married Louis Covach and together...

Raymond H. Golembiewski

Raymond H. Golembiewski

May 22, 2013

Passed away at the University of Michigan Hospital on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at the age of 88.Ray served in the United States navy during World War II and worked for Ford Motor for 45 years. In 1948 he married Gertrude M ( nee Strzalkowski ) at St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Detroit and together they shared 58 years of...

Gladys Kincaid Gotts

Gladys Kincaid Gotts

May 21, 2013

Gladys Kincaid Gotts passed away May 21, 2013 at the age of 108. She was a long time resident of Canton and Plymouth. Gladys was born in Silverwood, Michigan to Herman and Ethel(Cunningham)Kincaid on May 4, 1905. She married Percy Gotts in 1923. She is deeply loved and will be missed by her daughters Dorothy(Robert)Richards and Joyce(David)Gyde. She was preceded...

Lawrence Leo Johnson

Lawrence Leo Johnson

May 20, 2013

Lawrence Leo Johnson of Livonia was born in St. Louis, Missouri on April 3, 1928 and died on Monday, May 20, 2013. Beloved husband of Doris for 61 years, cherished father of Susan (George) Ontko, Sally (Ed Peterson) Johnson, and Amy Johnson, and dearest grandfather of Ryan Peterson, Erik Peterson, and Emily Ontko. Larry was preceded in death by his...

Nicklas James Aldis

Nicklas James Aldis

May 19, 2013

Nicklas James Aldis, age 15, precious son of Jon & Lisa passed away surrounded by his family on May 19, 2013. Loving brother of Joshua. Proud grandson of Ray & Darleen Ferensic and Walter Charles Aldis. Preceded in death by his grandmother Katherine Aldis. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral service Thursday, 10:30am at St. Kenneth...

Rachel Collett

Rachel Collett

May 18, 2013

Rachel Collett, age 18 of Livonia, passed away on May 18, 2013 after a courageous seven year battle with Osteosarcoma Cancer. Born in Gaylord, MI to parents Roy & Audrey on June 29, 1994. In January of 2012 Rachel accepted her diploma and fulfilled her lifelong dream of graduating from Churchill High School. She was also a cheerleader for Churchill...

Sandra Smith

Sandra Smith

May 17, 2013

Sandra Smith passed away suddenly at the age of 68. Sandra was born in Detroit the daughter of William and Anne ( Lochrie ) Kondor. For over 20 years she worked as a kitchen supervisor for a number of nursing homes, the last being Ashford Court in Westland. Among her many interests were cooking, Walmart shopping, watching TV, especially the...

Mary A. Case

Mary A. Case

May 16, 2013

Passed away at St. Mary Mercy Hospital in Livonia on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at the age of 90. Mary, known by her nickname " Aggie " was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa the daughter of John J. and Julia A. ( Scanlan ) O'Connell on February 5, 1923. Her early years were spent in Iowa where she graduated from...

Wilma Rebecca Retz

Wilma Rebecca Retz

May 15, 2013

Passed away at her home on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 with her family beside her, age 86. Wilma was born in Detroit, the daughter of Wilbur and Beatrice ( Curtiss ) Walsh. She graduated from Cooley High School and after World War II she married Dr. Robert T. Retz. He passed away in 1987. For years she worked for the...

Lucille E. Hoscelo

Lucille E. Hoscelo

May 15, 2013

Passed away at Addington Place in Northville on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the age of 86. Wilma was born in Detroit, the daughter of Andrew F. & Mary ( Traciak ) Popowicz . She is survived by her brother Andrew and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 10 am until time of the funeral mass at 10:30am...

Everett James Steiner

Everett James Steiner

May 15, 2013

Passed away at St. Mary Mercy Hospital on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the age of 94. Everett was born in Detroit, the son of James and Martha ( Lojowski ) Steiner. He received his education both at Chancy High School in Detroit and with the Ford Motor Company. From 1942 until 1945 he served with the United States Army...

Shirley Ann Wenzel

Shirley Ann Wenzel

May 12, 2013

Shirley Wenzel passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at the age of 87. Shirley was born in Rochester, Minnesota on June 14, 1925 the daughter of Selmar & Ethel ( Darmody ) Golberg. She graduated from Rochester High School and Rochester Junior College before moving to Ann Arbor in 1945. She retired in 1985 from St. Joseph Mercy Hospital...

Leonilda "Nini" Aloe

Leonilda "Nini" Aloe

May 10, 2013

Leonilda "Nini" Aloe passed away May 10, 2013 at the age of 95. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael. Beloved Mother of Michael (Sandra) Aloe, Alex (Toni) Aloe and Ned John (Joann) Aloe. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Ned Rudolf (Josephine) Gilardino. Visitation will be Friday, May 17, 2013, 3pm...