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Recent Obituaries in Livonia, Michigan

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Livonia, Michigan area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Marianthi "Marilyn" Vasseliou

Marianthi "Marilyn" Vasseliou

Oct 10, 2015

Marianthi Vasseliou, of Livonia (Formerly Marilyn Green of Hamtramck), passed away peacefully on October 10 at home surrounded by her family. Loving wife of Athanasius Vasseliou for 47 years. Mother of seven: John, Joseph and James Gorelski, and Maria, Panayota (Trish), Thomas (Ponce), and David Vasseliou. Marianthi had eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was survived by her sister...

Irene T. Fortuna

Irene T. Fortuna

Oct 8, 2015

Irene T. Fortuna Age 92, October 8, 2015 Loving Mother of Richard (Susan), Ron (Judi) and Roberta (Todd) Eis. Grandmother of Renee Carrigan, Bret, Tim Eis and Kristin Eis. Great-Grandmother of Connor and Gavin Carrigan. Irene was preceded in death by her husband Chester; and siblings Mary, Alex, and Henry. Funeral Service Tuesday, at 11 AM at the R.G. &...

Ken P Dudeck

Ken P Dudeck

Oct 8, 2015

Ken P. Dudeck, age 52., October 8. 2015. Beloved husband of Jennifer. Loving father of James (Ariel) and Christopher (Samantha Madrigal). Dear grandfather of Jerry. Great uncle to Nevaeh and Brysen. Brother of Sharon Strait, Ronald Prater and Don Prater. Funeral Service Sunday at 1pm at the RG & GR Harris Funeral Home, 31551 Ford Rd., Garden City. Visitation Saturday...

Ivadean Jackson

Ivadean Jackson

Oct 5, 2015

Ivadean Jackson Age 91, October 5, 2015 Loving mother of Joanne Jackson and Kenneth (Susanne) Jackson. Dear grandmother of Mike and John. Great grandmother of six. Preceded in death by her husband Roy, and many brothers and sisters. Visitation Wednesday from 12-6pm with closing prayers following visitation at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home 15451 Farmington Road, Livonia. Please...

Helen C. Czaplicki

Helen C. Czaplicki

Oct 4, 2015

Helen Cecilia Czaplicki Age 92, October 4, 2015. Awesome mother of Carol (Marion) Grzanowski, Gregory (Patricia) Czaplicki, Vicky (Steven) Gaines and the late Mary Jane Czaplicki. Dear grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of seven. Visitation Wednesday from 5-9 pm at R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Road, Livonia. Instate from 10 am Thursday, October 8, until 10:30 am...

Diane G. Rounisto

Diane G. Rounisto

Sep 30, 2015

Diane G. Rounisto Age 67, September 30, 2015 Loving mother of Tracey (Jay) Levino and Adam (Amanda) Rounisto. Dear grandmother of Andrew Levino. She was preceded in death by her parents; Paul and Dorothy Kulow. Diane owned and operated "The Buzz", a Bingo and gift store located in Redford. She also enjoyed crafting. Her family requests donations to Angela Hospice,...

Philip R. Bergin

Philip R. Bergin

Sep 27, 2015

Philip Raymond Bergin age 60, went to be with the Lord September 27, 2015. Beloved husband of 35 years, Barbara. Loving father of Toni (Dave) Nitz, Debbie (Mike) Smith. Dear brother of Ann (Mike) Tavares and the late Mike Bergin. Dear grandfather of Amanda, Alaina and Riley. Also survived by his beloved pets Harley and Coconut. Visitation at the R.G....

Robert Puninske

Robert Puninske

Sep 21, 2015

Robert Puninske Age 79, September 21, 2015 Beloved husband of Pat. Loving father of Michael (Susan), Mark and the late Robert M. Dear grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of two. Memorial Service 3:00 PM Friday, September 25, 2015 at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia. Visiting from 1:00 PM until time of Service. Please share...

Linda Elliott

Linda Elliott

Sep 17, 2015

Linda Elliott, Age 68, passed away September 17, 2015. Beloved wife of Sonny. Loving mother of David, and Carrie (Jeff) Ritthaler. Dear grandmother of Samantha, Billy (Cassie), Hannah, and Drake. Great-grandmother of Christian and Bentley. Dear sister of the late Al (Pat) Forgash, Shirley (Bob) Harper, Ken (Carol) Forgash and Bob Forgash. Dear sister-in-law of the late Marlene Forgash. Visitation...

John W. Wright

John W. Wright

Sep 17, 2015

John W. Wright Age 85, September 17, 2015 Beloved husband of the late Helen. Loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Funeral Service 4:00 PM Monday, September 28, 2015 at the R.G. & G.R Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia. Visitation from 2:00 PM until service at 4:00 PM. Please share of memory of John by signing his guestbook. Funeral...

Joyce Ann Mills

Joyce Ann Mills

Sep 12, 2015

Joyce Ann Mills Age 77, went to be with the Lord September 12, 2015. Loving wife of Ferris E. Loving mother of James (Jennifer) Mills and Janet (Jay) Firebaugh. Grandmother of Kyle, Ryan and Kelsey Mills, Joanna (Darren) Briley and Joel (Anna) Firebaugh. Great grandmother of Carson Briley. A Memorial Service will be held at Calvary Baptist Church, 43065 Joy...

Robert Donald Bennett

Robert Donald Bennett

Sep 7, 2015

Robert Donald Bennett Passed away peacefully on September 7, 2015 at the age of 87. Mr. Bennett was born to Rhea and Katherine Bennett on April 1, 1928 in Highland Park, Michigan and grew up on the east side of Detroit. After graduating from Cass Technical High School, he joined the United Sates Army Air Corp for a three year...

Ruth P. Hitchcock

Ruth P. Hitchcock

Sep 7, 2015

Ruth P. Hitchcock Age 100, September 7, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Francis Reed Hitchcock. Loving mother of Gary (Loretta) Hitchcock. Dear grandmother of David Hitchcock, Debbie Hope, Nancy Marsack, William Hitchcock, Kimberly Warda and Kerri Snyder. Great grandmother of 16 and great, great grandmother of 3. Visitation at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd.,...

James J. Hayes

James J. Hayes

Aug 29, 2015

James J. Hayes Age 64, August 29, 2015. Survived by beloved daughters, Heather (Michael) Chopp and Sarah Hayes, and son, Jason Hayes. Dear grandfather of Shane, Jaden and Isabella. Dear brother of Todd (Mary Ann) Hayes. James was a former member of the Jaycees, an avid gardener and a Master Military Modeler. He was the owner of H & H...

Loren Cottrell Feagan

Loren Cottrell Feagan

Aug 27, 2015

Loren Cottrell Feagan Age 89, August 27, 2015 Beloved husband of the late Peggy. Loving father of Karin Kowalik and Cheryle (Ron) Davis. Dear grandfather of Lysa Kowalik, Sherri LaFrance and Bonny (Rich) Mate. Great grandfather of 7 and great great grandfather of 3 and 2 on the way. Brother of the late Christine Granger. He was a servant of...

Earl Roberts

Earl Roberts

Aug 25, 2015

Earl Roberts Age 77, August 25, 2015. Beloved husband of Gay. Loving father of Ricky (Tiffany) Roberts and the late Debra Salliotte. Dear grandfather of Logan. Brother of Bruce Roberts and Kimberly (Randy) Ruppel. Stepfather of Gerald (Michele) Brauer, Lori (Donald) Dragowski and Sheri (John) Sauer. Step grandfather of Julie, JJ, Donald and Melinda and step great grandfather of Sadie....

Patricia Ann Magaluk

Patricia Ann Magaluk

Aug 23, 2015

Pat Magaluk, Age 78, August 23, 2015. Beloved wife of Jim. Loving mother of Jim and Renee (Kelly). Dear grandmother of Stefanie and Tommy. Pat was a realtor for over 25 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Funeral Service at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 31551 Ford Rd., Garden City, Thursday at 10:00 a.m....

Kenneth S. Russell

Kenneth S. Russell

Aug 23, 2015

Kenneth Stuart Russell Age 82, August 23, 2015 of Livonia. Beloved husband of Virginia. Loving father of Doug (Diane) and David (Sherry). Dear grandfather of 10. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred & Mabel; and a brother Frederick C. Mr. Russell was a Teacher with Wayne-Westland Schools for over 30 years. Visitation will be on Wednesday from...

Gunhild E. Talik

Gunhild E. Talik

Aug 22, 2015

Gunhild Evelyn Talik Age 96, August 22, 2015 Beloved mother of Diane M. Talik. No services are planned at this time. Please check back for any additional information. Please share a memory of Gunhild by signing her guestbook. Funeral Home: R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services 15451 Farmington Rd. Livonia, MI US 48154

Carolyn Sue Rubin

Carolyn Sue Rubin

Aug 22, 2015

Carolyn Sue Rubin (Underwood Mayville) Age 77, August 22, 2015. Loving mother of Bill (Jill) and Bob (Kurt) Underwood, Kathy (Keith) Sparks, Julie (Tim) Ludwig and the late Jan Mayville. Dear grandmother of Shelley, Sheila, Lanai, Lesley, Brandon, Taylor, Christopher, Cory, Trisha, Jason and Caleb. Great grandmother of Jocelyn, Jamison, Julien, Jonathan, Jordan, Hannah, Brooke, Luke, Blake and Mackenzie. Great...

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