Obituaries

Jon O'Connor

Jon O'Connor

Apr 13, 2018

Jon Carl O’Connor of Plymouth died April 13, 2018 at the age of 76. He was born in Detroit to parents Harry and Pearl O’Connor on April 26, 1941. Jon was the beloved husband of the late Maureen O’Connor who died in 2006. They were married for 42 years. Jon is survived by his loving children Jon O’Connor, Colleen (Matthew)...

Elizabeth Doroftei

Elizabeth Doroftei

Apr 13, 2018

Elizabeth Doroftei of Plymouth, died April 13, 2018 at the age of 98. She was born in Trenton, New Jersey to her parents Gregory and Mary Jorza. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her beloved husband Vasile in 2009 and her loving son Charles in 1990. Visitation will be Sunday, April 15, from 5-8pm with a Scripture Service at 7pm...

John Douglas Kalmbach

John Douglas Kalmbach

Apr 11, 2018

John Douglas Kalmbach passed away on April 11, 2018 in Gainesville, Florida. He was born February 25, 1920 in Detroit, Michigan to his parents, the late Raymond E. and Anna (nee Poster) Kalmbach. He is the beloved husband of the late Lona Belle (nee Rohde) Kalmbach who passed away in 2006 and devoted father of the late Carole K. Kalmbach...

Daniel Michael O'Mara

Daniel Michael O'Mara

Apr 5, 2018

Daniel Michael O’Mara passed away on April 5th, 2018 at the age of 64. Dan was born in Deckerville, MI September 8th, 1953 to Joseph and Patricia O’Mara, both preceded him in death. Dan is survived by his beloved wife Diane (Byrd) O’Mara, his loving children, son Troy and daughter Shayla, step-son Ferris Haddad (Laura), grandson Landon Haddad and step-son...

Nancy J. Peterson

Nancy J. Peterson

Apr 5, 2018

Nancy J. Peterson, born to loving parents; Mitchell & Lottie Madej on April 20, 1948 passed away on April 5, 2018. Loving wife of the late John. Dear sister of Diane (Michael) Berry. Also survived by her niece Laura Berry and by all her extended family and friends who loved Nancy so very much. Visitation Monday, April 9th from 2:00pm-...

Garrett A. Kazanowski

Garrett A. Kazanowski

Apr 4, 2018

Garrett Anthony Kazanowski passed away on April 4, 2018. Garrett was born on November 22, 1956 in Detroit to his parents, the late Conrad and Helen (nee Aliferis) Kazanowski. He was a Respiratory Therapist and was employed at Beaumont Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn. He was trained in pulmonary medicine and worked with those suffering from pulmonary disease. He loved his...

Brian  Michael Major

Brian Michael Major

Apr 4, 2018

Brian Michael Major, born November 24, 1948 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada to loving parents Roger & Marie Major. Beloved brother of Pierre (Debbie) Major, Chris (Tammy) Major, Ron Major and the late Linda Cosman. Also survived by brother-in-law Bill Cosman and by many nieces and nephews. Brian proudly served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam. Funeral service...

John Edward Denison

John Edward Denison

Apr 3, 2018

John Edward Denison of Plymouth, died April 3, 2018 at the age of 60. He was born in Detroit to Harold and Viola Denison on September 29, 1957. John is survived by his loving mother Viola Denison, dear siblings Susan (Daniel Raupp) Denison, and Duane (Elizabeth Gregory) Denison, and his nieces Jamie and Francesca. John was preceded in death by...

William Everett Traub

William Everett Traub

Mar 31, 2018

William Everett Traub of Plymouth, MI and of Houghton, MI in the Upper Peninsula, died March 31, 2018. He was 80 years old. Bill was born September 15, 1937 in Hancock, MI to William and Evelyn (nee Opie) Traub. Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Mary (nee Hummer), his loving daughter Anna (Ricky) McGarry, step-children John...

Derek  Lee Parsons

Derek Lee Parsons

Mar 28, 2018

Derek Lee Parsons, age 30, of Redford, passed away on March 28, 2018. He was born July 29, 1987, to his loving parents, Ron & Kim Parsons. Beloved brother of Jessica (fiancé David Graye) Parsons. Proud nephew of Roger (Sue) Parsons, Randy Parsons, Gary (Michelle) Mayhew and Brian (fiancée Cheri White) Mayhew. Also survived by his cousins, Lisa Parsons, Paul...

Mary E. Smith

Mary E. Smith

Mar 27, 2018

Mary Elizabeth Smith, age 86, passed away on March 27, 2018. She was a long-time resident of Plymouth, Michigan, and the wife of George B. Smith, who precedes her in death. She leaves behind five devoted children, Greg (Pam), Barbara, Thomas (Marilyn), Dan (Diana), Tim (Sue), and eight doting grandchildren, Tanner, Brad, Steven, Tyler, Alexandra, Kelli, Danny, and Austin. While...

David Robert Champe

David Robert Champe

Mar 22, 2018

David Robert Champe, passed away on March 22, 2018, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Superior Township. He was born October 31, 1944, in Northville, to his loving parents, Robert & Jean Champe. Beloved husband of 52 years to Rose (Siok). Loving father Douglas (Elizabeth) Champe and Kristen Keys. Proud grandfather of Jacob Champe, Hadley Champe, Michael Keys, John Champe,...

Richard Lee Holloway

Richard Lee Holloway

Mar 21, 2018

Richard Lee Holloway, of Plymouth, died March 21, 2018, at the age of 95. He was born to Earl and Eva Holloway, on November 2, 1922. Richard is survived by his loving children, Richard (Sally) Holloway Jr., James (Nancy) Holloway, and Douglas Holloway; his precious grandchildren, Nicholas, Andrew (Stephanie), Jon, Jacob, Jill, and Scott (Jennifer); and his cherished great grandchildren,...

Thomas Stanley Gates

Thomas Stanley Gates

Mar 17, 2018

Thomas Stanley Gates, age 95, passed away on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2018. Tom was born in Detroit, on January 1, 1923, to Reginald and Ellida (nee Eddy) Gates. He was the youngest of five children. He attended Detroit schools, and when the nation called, he joined the United States Army. Tom attained the rank of sergeant and was...

Josephine Almansour

Josephine Almansour

Mar 9, 2018

Josephine Almansour, age 87, of Plymouth, passed away on March 9, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Ibrahim. Devoted mother of Sarmad Almansour and Hedeel (David) Evans. Proud grandmother of Christina & Katie Evans. Dear sister of Sabah Yousif. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church in Plymouth, on Saturday, April 21,...

Mary V. Plante

Mary V. Plante

Mar 8, 2018

Mary Violet Plante, of Plymouth, died March 8, 2018, at the age of 94. She was born on September 8, 1923, in Wyoming, to Joseph and Ann Fanelli. Mary was the beloved wife of the late Henry Plante. Mary is survived by her two beloved children, Henry (Roger Groth) Plante III, and Charles Plante; her 3 loving grandchildren, Jeffrey (Kelly),...

Carole L. Muraske

Carole L. Muraske

Mar 5, 2018

Carole Muraske died peacefully in her home in Plymouth, on March 5, 2018. Carole was born on February 23, 1929, on her sister's birthday, who was none-too-pleased as she wanted a tricycle. Carole grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota, where she met her future husband, Richard Muraske. They moved to New Jersey, and then settled in Michigan in 1968. A...

David D. Wert

David D. Wert

Mar 5, 2018

David D. Wert, age 68, passed away on March 5, 2018. He is the beloved husband of Patti (nee Henegar) for 36 years; loving and devoted father of two children, Derek Wert and Jennifer (Rob) Jarmusevich; proud grandfather of Callie and RJ. He is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his brother, Michael (Cathy) Wert. He is preceded...

George  A. Fabbri

George A. Fabbri

Mar 5, 2018

George A. Fabbri, born in Pence, Wisconsin, on September 9, 1929, to parents Chester & Marie passed away in Livonia, with his family surrounding him, on March 5, 2018. George proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict in the United States Navy. On February 27, 1954, George would marry the love of his life, Nancy Jane “Dinky” Thomas, and...

Kenneth J. Korinek Sr.

Kenneth J. Korinek Sr.

Mar 2, 2018

Kenneth Joseph Korinek Sr., of Canton, died March 2, 2018, at the age of 75. He was born in Cicero, Illinois, on April 1, 1942, to James and Henrietta Korinek. Ken is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Carole (nee Walsh) Korinek; his five loving children, Michele (Gary), Dawn (Dave), Lisa (Mark), Laura (Gary), and Kenneth Jr.; his...