Obituaries

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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Devon Krisher

Devon Krisher

Aug 19, 2021

Devon Marie Krisher, Age 39, of Sterling Heights, died unexpectedly August 19, 2021. Beloved wife of Daniel Krisher. Loving mother of Nathan & Tegan Krisher. Cherished daughter of Alice (the late Edward aka “Papa Bear”) Kremkow & John Buls. Sister of Tracey Warg , Monica Ford, Kimberly Niven, David (Ann Marie) Buls. Daughter in law of Charles and Sue Krisher....

Michael J. Abraham

Michael J. Abraham

Aug 18, 2021

Michael J. Abraham "Abe" of Westland, age 70, August 18, 2021. Loving father of Jennifer (Michael) Bauer. Dear grandfather of Sean Bauer. Also survived by 1 sister, 3 brothers, nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Abe was a Vietnam War Veteran who proudly served his country. He was a faithful Lions Fan, and he regularly attended sporting events. Abe loved...

Henry Jennings

Henry Jennings

Aug 15, 2021

Henry Jennings was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 24, 1958 to William Henry Jennings and Sara Viola Jennings, both of Henry’s parents preceded him in death. Henry was the seventh child of eight siblings, six girls and two boys. Henry was baptized and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age at Elyton Baptist Church...

Marie Longshaw

Marie Longshaw

Aug 15, 2021

Marie Longshaw, Age 65, Born May 30, 1956 passed August 15, 2021. It is with a sad broken heart that I write this obituary for my dear sweet loving and kind baby sister Marie Longshaw. Marie was born May 30, 1956, to the parents of Delmer and Lonie Bartley, both preceded her in death along with 5 other siblings. Frelon...

David Peters

David Peters

Aug 14, 2021

David Richard Peters, age 77, of Kalamazoo, MI passed away August 14, 2021 in Auburn Hills, MI due to complications from multiple strokes. His character, strength, and charm never waned even as his physical and mental functions continued to decline. David was born June 14, 1944 to Martin Avery Peters, Ret Lt Colonel and Mary Frances Field Peters in San...

Marilyn Gilbert

Marilyn Gilbert

Aug 13, 2021

Marilyn Christine Gilbert of Westland, Age 75. Aug13, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Gary Gilbert. Loving mother of Ronald Mertz. Dear Sister of June Slayton (the late Diane Ickes), Donna Tice. Sister-in-law of Nan Mertz. Marilyn loved reading, boating, casinos and watering lifetime. No Memorial Service will be held. Please share a memory of Marilyn on her tribute wall

Elda Juengel

Elda Juengel

Aug 11, 2021

Elda Juengel, of Farmington Hills, Michigan passed away on August 11, 2021 at the age of 91. She was born on March 4, 1930 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of Walter and Eldalene Green and stepdaughter of Frank Sweeney. Elda graduated from Western High School, and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Baldwin-Wallace College in 1982. Elda was married...

John M. Borrie

John M. Borrie

Aug 11, 2021

John MacDonald Borrie "Jack", Age 95 of Troy, Michigan. Clearwater, Florida and most recently Westland, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2021 at home with his family by his side. He was born July 29, 1926 in Windsor, Canada and became a naturalized citizen of the United States in 1942. In 1948, John "Jack" married Shirley Sloat in Oakland...

Kingee Moy

Kingee Moy

Aug 8, 2021

Kingee Moy of Detroit, Michigan passed away at Sinai Grace Hospital early Sunday morning August 8, 2021 at the age of 62. Kingee was preceded in death by his father, Dip Wo Moy and his mother Tew Ngook Moy (Yuen). He is survived by his sisters Pearl Moy and Mary Moy of Detroit and Katge Havlik (Moy) of St. Louis...

Helene Avedisian

Helene Avedisian

Aug 7, 2021

Helene Avedisian, Age 96. Born November 18, 1924 Passed August 7, 2021 Helene (Kuhnle) Avedisian born in Stuttgart Germany to Christine & Jakob Kuhnle At 96 years Helene has had an incredible life the youngest of 13 children, She and John(from Armenia) immigrated to the United States after the war (WWII). Sailing from Germany entering via Ellis Island separated by...

Christina Lynn (Gabbard) Garbacik

Christina Lynn (Gabbard) Garbacik

Aug 2, 2021

Christina Lynn (Gabbard) Garbacik, age 51, August 2, 2021, of Inkster. Beloved wife of James. Loving mother of Chris (Brickette) Gabbard and the late Courtney Lynn Gabbard. Dear grandmother of Christian, Haley and Brooklynn Gabbard. Sister of Robert (Amy) Gabbard Jr., Michele Martin and Lori (Timothy) Roeder. Daughter of Cheryl Ann and the late Robert Gabbard Sr. She was also...

Joseph Vito Randazzo

Joseph Vito Randazzo

Aug 2, 2021

Joseph Vito Randazzo, age 81, August 2, 2021, of Livonia. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife Sharon, grandson Richard and first wife Norma. He is survived by his children Cindy, Joseph Jr., Michelle (Keith), Cristy (Dan); Grandchildren Lindsey, Chelsea, Joseph III, Natalie, Troy, Sarah, Steven, Jessica (Joe), Ashley; and great grandchildren Daniel, Dominic, David, Cohen, Kade, Aubrey and...

Gordon L. Buyck

Gordon L. Buyck

Aug 1, 2021

Gordon L. Buyck of Livonia, Age 86. August 1, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Shirley for 65 years. Loving father of Steve (Sue), Dan (Angie) & Rick Buyck. Dear grandfather of Nicole, Sheri & Tomas. Great grandfather of Maryssa, Jordan, Cole & Addy. Dear brother of Ron Buyck. A Memorial Service will be held at the Ward Presbyterian Church,...

Kevin Baker

Kevin Baker

Jul 31, 2021

Kevin Baker of Bloomfield Hills, MI. December 7, 1982 - July 31, 2021 Kevin was born on Dec. 7, 1982 in Greenwich, CT. Shortly thereafter, his family moved to Farmington Hills, MI. Kevin grew up in SE Michigan and loved playing sports. He was a Catcher on multiple baseball teams in Farmington; he played Golf for Southfield Christian School (graduated...

Gary Emerson

Gary Emerson

Jul 30, 2021

On Friday, July 30, 2021, Gary Emerson, originally from Traverse City and longtime partner of Sharon, passed away at the age of 65. Gary will always be remembered for his lifetime passion for hunting and fishing, organizing an annual youth fishing tournament in Traverse City, and most recently serving on the Board of Directors of Michigan BASS Nation. If you...

Justen Wilhelmsen

Justen Wilhelmsen

Jul 27, 2021

Justen Wilhelmsen, Age 26. Loving son of Richard (Bridget) & the late Tammy. Beloved father of Noah. Brother of Timothy, Samantha, Thomas, Joseph & Elizabeth. Visitation will be held at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd, Livonia on Friday, July 30 from 12PM – 9 PM and the Funeral will be held on Saturday, July 31...

Frederick Hancz

Frederick Hancz

Jul 27, 2021

Frederick Hancz. Age 90. Passed away peacefully on July 27, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Mary Arlene for 69 years. Loving father of Frederick Jr., Michael (Deb) and Gregory (Carol) Hancz, Cynthia (James) Powell and David (Lynda) Hancz. Dear grandfather of Erin and Bryan (Brittany), Michael Jr, Erica (Mark), & Rachael (Ryan), Lindsey (James) and Lauren (Alex), Alexis and...

Arthur Neal Hughes

Arthur Neal Hughes

Jul 26, 2021

Arthur Neal Hughes, Age 85, July 26, 2021 of Garden City. Beloved father of Donald (Ronda), Gary (Karen), Joni (Mike), and the late Larry. Grandfather of Troy, Brendon, Josh, Kristen, Evelyn, and the late Kyle. Great grandfather of Connor, Kalleigh, Carter, Keira, Carlyle and Olivia May. He is also survived by his long time companion, Diane, his sister Charlotte and...

Eva Crawford

Eva Crawford

Jul 25, 2021

Eva Mae Crawford was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was born July 11th, 1936 in Continental, Ohio to Walter and Eva Shank. Eva had 13 brothers and sisters. She is survived by two sisters: Betty Lou Joy and Mildred Kistner, and three brothers: Gene Shank, Jay Shank, and Walter Shank. She was married to Duane Crawford...

Gary Dan Clark

Gary Dan Clark

Jul 25, 2021

Gary Dan Clark. Age 84. July 25, 2021. Husband of Kathryn Nel Hoffer. Father of Darcy (Shawn) Licata, Deneen (Eric) Sink, & Martin (Paula) Clark. Grandfather of Evan, Catherine, Nathan, Julia, Michael, David, Kathryn. Son of the late Wilfred (Geraldine). Great Grandfather of Lucy and Clark. Please share a memory of Gary on his tribute wall.

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