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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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Debbi A. Compton
Jan 20, 2018
Debbi A. Compton Age 65, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 20, 2018.. Beloved wife of the late Ken Compton. Loving mother of Tammy (Todd) Hill, Ken (Melissa) Compton, Tina (Derek) Kaunelis, Shelly (Dan) Cervenan. Dear grandmother of Brittany & Brendan Hill, Mackenzie & Logan Compton, Brianna & Dominick Kaunelis, Addison, Kylie & Gabriella Cervenan and Holley...
William J. Zemko
Jan 20, 2018
William J. "Bill" Zemko of Belleville, age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, January 20th. Bill was born September 5, 1931 in Cleveland, Ohio. Bill is survived by his loving wife Marilyn, and children: William (Shirley), Theresa (Jacques), Allison, Susan (Mike), Mark (Becky), Marylynne (Jeff); sister, Nancy Timbrook, and a plethora of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces...
Sharlene Sexton
Jan 17, 2018
Sharlene Brock Sexton, Age 59, went to be with the Lord on January 17, 2018. Beloved mother of Zackary Sexton. Loving grandmother of Carly & “Little Zack”. Dear sister of Mary (William) O’Nan, James (Sally) Brock, Barbara (Ray) Curling, Joyce (Jeffrey) Adams, Janice (Andy) Manz, Shirley (the late Richard) Gira, Darlene (Gary) Goodin & the late Jerry (Debbie Seija). Preceded...
Norman Carl Michelson
Jan 16, 2018
Michelson, Norman C., age 98, January 16, 2018, of Garden City. Beloved husband of the late Caroline. Loving father of Larry, Terry (Richard) Thomas and the late Karen Davis. Grandfather of 11 and great grandfather of 14. Private family services will be held at a future date. Please share a memory of Norman on his tribute wall.
Paul O. Dugener
Jan 12, 2018
Paul O. Dugener Age 60, born February 14, 1957 in Detroit, MI. Beloved brother of Norm (Tina), Husband of Kathy Dugener. Father of Paul & Kyle (Terri). Grandfather of Ava Lynn. Dear Uncle of Frankie Chrzanowski, David (Allison) Chrzanowski, Carol Bandy. Many nieces and nephews, great as well. Dear friend of Gary and Steve. Paul was a kind hearted generous...
Helen R. Henderson
Jan 10, 2018
Helen R. Henderson Age 91, born June 30, 1926 in Detroit MI. She is survived by her husband, James "Jim". Jim and Helen were married for 70 years in April. Her children, Gail Henderson, Heather (Ken) Bond, Bruce (Sandy) Henderson, Grandkids; Bruce, Maritza, Jaclyn (Kevin), Jillian, Bob, Andrew, Ben (Tiffani) and Kenny. Great grandchild: Gabriela. Helen worked in Boys and...
Ingeborg Goff
Jan 9, 2018
Ingeborg Goff Age 81, January 9, 2018. Beloved wife of Penrith for 55 years. Loving mother of Christopher Goff, Tanya (Brian) Davis and Erika Goff. Dear grandmother of Lianna and Amara Davis. Ingeborg was a teacher and a volunteer usher for the Detroit Symphony Orchestra for many years. A visitation will be held at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral...
Frances M Edington
Jan 7, 2018
Frances Marguerite Edington Age 89, January 7, 2018 Beloved wife of the late Fred Joseph and Bernard Edington. Loving mother of Karen (William) Craig, Sharon (Brian) Long & the Late Michael Joseph. Dear step mother of Gloria Tonriste & the late Leavelle Stone & Bernadette Edington. Dear grandmother of Jennifer, Emily & Justin. Step grandmother of Raquel, Daniel, Gina, Maria,...
Patrick D. Downs
Jan 6, 2018
DOWNS, PATRICK D, AGE 63, JANUARY 6, 2018. BELOVED HUSBAND OF MARY KAY (LAWRENCE), PROUD AND LOVING FATHER OF STEPHEN, AND MICHAEL. DEAREST BROTHER OF JOHN (SUE), THOMAS (KARMEL), DANIEL, AND CAROLYN (KEITH). LOVING UNCLE TO MANY. IN STATE FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, AT 9:00AM WITH MASS AT 9:30AM AT ST. AIDAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 17500 FARMINGTON RD. LIVONIA, MI. VISITATION AT...
Beverly D Semeniuk
Jan 6, 2018
Beverly D. Semeniuk Age 77, January 6, 2018 Beloved wife of the Late William. Loving mother of James (Lee), Rebecca (John) & Jeffrey. Dear grandmother of Dylan, Zackary, Kyle & Ryan. She was preceded in death by her brother Donald Urbanek. Funeral mass will be held Wednesday, January 10, at 10 AM (Instate at 9:30 AM) at St. Kenneth Catholic...
Beverly Szparaga
Jan 6, 2018
Beverly Szparaga Age 77, January 6, 2018 Beloved wife of the Late Ken. Loving mother of Eric, Mark (the Late Caron), Angie Yarnevich & the Late Paul. Dear grandma of Brianne & Stephanie, and great grandma of Alexis. Sister of Augustine (Rita) Lewinski & Arnold (Margaret) Lewinski. Daughter-in-law of Ed & Grace Szparaga. Sister-in-law of Karen Szparaga. Funeral mass will...
Mary Ann Hensley
Jan 2, 2018
Mary Ann Hensley Age 61, Went to be with the Lord January 2, 2018. Beloved mother of Daniel Korte and Shawn Hensley. Dear sister of Robert and Douglas Hayes. Visitation at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, Friday from 10 a.m. until her Funeral Service at 1 p.m. Please share a memory of Mary Ann...
Rhoda Ann Lindman
Jan 2, 2018
Rhoda Ann Lindman Age 85, January 2, 2018. Beloved aunt of Ted (Betty), Dan, Mark (Susan) and Joel (Lori) Lindman. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Funeral Service at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 3:30 p.m. Please share a memory of Rhoda by...
Joseph Edward Bell
Jan 1, 2018
Joseph E. Bell, age 66, Jan. 1, 2018 of Westland. Beloved son of the late William Sr. and Josephine Bell. Dear brother of Donald (Sheryl), Cissie Hague, James (Sun Cha), Blake (Barbara), John (Debra), Audrey, Jacquelyn (Tony), Manetta, Patrick (Nong Yow), Peter (Sherry), Michael (Victoria) and the late William Jr. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces...
Elsa G Masys
Dec 31, 2017
Elsa G. Masys Age 93, December 31, 2017. Elsa was married to Willard Masys until his death then spent her last years with her beloved Charlie Taylor. She is the loving mother of Karen (Mike) Joynt, Marilyn (Peter) Piotrowski, and the late Kristine Masys. Dear grandmother of Michelle and Rose Joynt, Laura Hayward and Davin Piotrowski. She is now enjoying...
Jason Chandler Gordon
Dec 30, 2017
Jason C. Gordon, Age 39, Went to be with the Lord December 30, 2017. Beloved husband of Jennifer. Loving father of Tyler Ketelhut, Selecia Elachkar, Alexis Gordon, Abigail Gordon, Sumyia Elachkar And Jayden Gordon. Dearest son of Elizabeth (Harold) Greenberg and the late Kevin Gordon. A private Memorial Service will be held. Please share a memory.
Robert Dwyer
Dec 29, 2017
Robert M. Dwyer of Livonia Age 88, December 29, 2017 Beloved husband of Noreen for 61 years. Loving father of Michael (Mary), Patrick (Stella), James (Mary), Daniel (Shon) and Brian (Marianne). Grandfather of Brady, Megan, Sarah, Gordy, Emma, Brendan, Dylan and Colleen. Funeral service will be held at RG & GR Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Road, Livonia Wednesday at...
Garnet J. Simpson
Dec 28, 2017
Garnet J. Simpson Age 71, December 28, 2017 Beloved mother of Ron (Debbie) and Roger (Robin) Vargo. Dear grandmother of Derek, Leanne and Samantha, Amanda and Shaun, Bradley, Casey, Holly and Austin, Rodney and Rachel. Great grandmother of Annabella, Jameson, Asher, Trysten, Hunter and Mason. Dear sister of Otis Baker. Aunt of Michelle and Leisha. Visitation at the R.G. &...
Debra A Campbell
Dec 26, 2017
Debra A. Campbell Age 60, December 26, 2017 Beloved wife of the Late Dale Campbell. Dear mother of Cristy Campbell. Loving daughter of parents, Gail and the Late Michael Asterella, and in-laws, Berta and the late Ronald Campbell. Also survived by her sister, Donna (Michael) McKerrell and nephew, Michael (Naomi Porter) McKerrell. Debbie loved her Kitty Cat, crafting and cooking...
Dwight Slater
Dec 23, 2017
Dwight Slater, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on December 23, 2017. He was preceded by his dear wife, Barbara Slater and daughter Kayleen Merry (Slater). He leaves behind five children, Linnea Boese (Glenn), Dwight (Debbie), Bruce (Jill), Brent (Inell) and Kirk (Laura). He is also survived by 22 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Dr. and Mrs...
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