Obituaries

Honoring Lives and Memories - Obituaries for Families in Dearborn Heights, MI

David Stanley Morris

David Stanley Morris

Mar 13, 2026

David “Dave” Stanley Morris, born February 25, 1954, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 13, 2026.

Dave was the devoted husband of June, with whom he shared 47 loving years of marriage. Together, they built a life centered on family, faith, and community.

Dave worked for many years as an auto worker at Ford Motor Company. Following his retirement,...

Laquita Ann Caron

Laquita Ann Caron

Mar 21, 2026

Laquita Ann Caron, March 21, 2026. Beloved wife of late Jean-Louis Caron. She was the dearest mother of John-Paul (the late Laura) Caron, Michael Caron, Charlotte (William Orlewicz), Renee (the late David) Schuit, Simone (Tarek Kazbour), and the late Pierre (Suzanne). She was the loving Meme to Danyelle (Bruce) Wilson, Andrew Caron, Nicholas Caron, William (Victoria) Orlewicz, Kristina (Michael) Moran,...

Levi Pacheco

Levi Pacheco

Mar 20, 2026

June 8, 1964 – March 20, 2026

Loving father of Clarissa (Eduardo) Castillo, Nydia (Tony) Gomez, and Joanna Pacheco. Cherished grandpa of Destiny, Tyina, Benjamin, Tiana, Tatiana, Dannie, Mateo, and Anais.

Visitation Monday, March 30th, 12:00 pm until the time of the Funeral Service at 1:30 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights.

Henry J. Lewandowski

Henry J. Lewandowski

Jan 26, 2026

Henry “Jim” Lewandowski

Born in Toledo, Ohio on August 6, 1935, to the late Rose Grupa and Henry Lewandowski. Beloved husband of Suzanne (Begien) for 65 years, and loving father of Steven (Julie), Jeffrey, and Andrea (Trin) Astrella. Dearest grandfather of Jennifer, Matthew, Grant, Trin James, Marina, and Sebastian, and great-grandfather to Blake. He was preceded in death by his sister,...

Burl Guy Hays

Burl Guy Hays

Mar 19, 2026

Burl Guy Hays, 79, of Monroe, Michigan, passed away on March 19, 2026, at home surrounded by family after a battle with Mantle Cell Lymphoma.

Burl was born on September 22, 1946, in Charleston, West Virginia to Wanda and Guy Hays. He is survived by his wife, Tina Hays, daughter, Lisa (Robert) Novak, son Stuart (Maria) Hays, stepson Matthew (Marti) Varga,...

Lawrence Frank Franchek

Lawrence Frank Franchek

Mar 8, 2026

January 24, 1942 – March 8, 2026

Beloved son of the late Frank and Lillian. Dear brother of the late Ray (Sharon). Dearest uncle of Mike, Rob (Heather), Beth (Andrei) Komolov, and great-uncle of Gage and Chase.

Instate Friday 10:00 am at St. Linus Church, 6466 N. Evangeline, Dearborn Heights, until the Funeral Mass at 10:30 am.

Christine Mary Gladki

Christine Mary Gladki

Feb 26, 2026

January 21, 1954 - February 26, 2026.

Beloved wife of Gary. Cherished mother of Tina and Jason. Dearest sister of Janina (the late Amando) Jayme, Cindy (Dave) Otremba, and Ilene (the late Robert) Madden. Dear sister-in-law of Elizabeth (Jim) Florence, Karen (Rodney) Kuncho, Greg (Connie) Gladki, and the late Kathy Hansen. Visitation Thursday 2-8 pm with a Rosary at 7:00 pm...

Peggy Zastrow

Peggy Zastrow

Feb 26, 2026

Peggy was the beloved wife of Charles Zastrow and the proud, devoted mother of Nicholas Zastrow (Rouba) and Erin Gregory. She was a loving and joyful Nana to Jude Biggs and Binyameen Zastrow, and a treasured Great-Nana to August. Peggy was the dear sister of Stanley (Sharon) Kley, Jacqueline Day (the late Russell Day), and the late Louis Kley.

Family was...

Frances Chronicle

Frances Chronicle

Feb 23, 2026

Frances Chronicle, lovingly known as “Franny,” passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, at the remarkable age of 101, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and devotion to family.Born on November 6, 1924, Frances lived a full and beautiful life defined by hard work, generosity, and an artistic spirit. She married the love of her life, James Chronicle, on...

Carolyn L Clay

Carolyn L Clay

Feb 21, 2026

Carolyn L Clay.  Loving mother of Michael, Christopher, and Patrick.  Private Service has taken place.

Patricia Ann Doody

Patricia Ann Doody

Feb 21, 2026

August 19, 1934 – February 21, 2026

Patricia Ann Doody, born August 19, 1934, in Detroit, Michigan, to George and Ann McColl, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Patricia shared 71 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Rick. She was a vibrant and social woman who truly enjoyed life—especially music, dining out,...

Dennis Michael Polak

Dennis Michael Polak

Feb 18, 2026

October 11, 1953 - February 18, 2026

Dennis M. Polak of Plymouth, Michigan passed away February 18 at the age of 72. He was born October 11, 1953 in Detroit, MI, the only child of Bennie and Alice Polak.

Dennis attended the University of Detroit earning his BA in 1975. He went on to earn his MA from Wayne State University in...

Frances Ann Mercurio

Frances Ann Mercurio

Feb 15, 2026

Frances Ann Mercurio passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 72, following a courageous year-and-a-half battle with stage 4 breast cancer. Born in Detroit on November 12, 1953, Fran was the beloved second daughter of Dolores and the late Joseph Mercurio.

Fran was the loving and dedicated mother of Joseph and Scott (Heather) Greenwell, and former spouse of...

Dennis David Basharrah "Denny Bartel"

Dennis David Basharrah "Denny Bartel"

Feb 13, 2026

Dennis "Denny" David Basharrah is the beloved husband of Marie. Devoted father of Gina (Bob) Gilligan, Sherri Switala, and Vince (Jamie) Basharrah. Loving PaPa of Alex, Andrea, Owen, Carter, and Violet. Dear son of the late Joseph and Olive, and cherished brother of the late Ronald.

A gifted musician for over 70 years, he shared his remarkable talent on the guitar...

Sandra Jenkins

Sandra Jenkins

Feb 11, 2026

Sandra “Sandie” Jenkins, February 11, 2026. Loving daughter of the late Robert and Emily Jenkins. Visitation Thursday (February 19, 2026) 10:30 am-1:00 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 West Warren, Dearborn Heights. Graveside Service following at 2:00 pm at Acacia Park Cemetery, 31300 Southfield Rd., Beverly Hills, MI 48025.

Robert "Bob" D. Jameyfield

Robert "Bob" D. Jameyfield

Feb 10, 2026

Robert “Bob” Jameyfield

Robert “Bob” Jameyfield passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of devotion to family, friendship, and living life to the fullest.

Bob was the beloved husband of Debra and a devoted father to Aaron (Victoria) Jameyfield, Amy (Tom) Essi, and Eric Johnson. He was a loving and proud grandpa to Kyler, Destiny, Alex (Lucy), and Sarah, each...

Petar Atovski

Petar Atovski

Feb 7, 2026

Petar Atovski, devoted husband, father, and Dedo, unforgettable member of the Macedonian community, and adored patriarch of his cherished family, entered eternal rest on February 7, 2026, at the age of 90.A master cobbler by trade, Petar spent nearly his entire life working and giving. He built his business in his birthplace of Tearce, Tetovo. After spending time in France,...

Susan M. Garcia

Susan M. Garcia

Feb 4, 2026

Beloved sister of Virginia (the late Richard) Nawrocki, Veronica (the late Rich) Suchyta, Stephen (Helen), Julie (the late Mike) Swiecicki, Elizabeth, the late Viola (Norbert) Motowski, and the late Margaret (the late Charles) Bizoe. Beloved daughter of the late Hilda and Jesus. Dearest aunt to many nieces and nephews. Loving pet mom of Josie, Peggy, Hiedi, Cleo, and Pilgrim.

After a...

Thomas Joseph Kearney

Thomas Joseph Kearney

Feb 3, 2026

July 7, 1954 – February 3, 2026

Beloved husband of Diane. Cherished father of Thomas (Kimberly) and Drew. "The Grandfather" of Mason, Vanessa, Lilah, and Delaney. Dear brother of Richard, Kathy McMullen, and Timothy. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews, and his devoted dogs, Apollo and Thor.

Memorial Visitation Friday, February 13th, 10:00 am at St. Linus Church until the...

Jozef Porada

Jozef Porada

Feb 1, 2026

Jozef Porada

January 2, 1931 – February 1, 2026

Jozef Porada, age 95, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, on February 1, 2026. He lived a long and full life defined by resilience, hard work, deep love for family, and an unwavering determination to create a better future for those he loved.

Jozef was born on January 2, 1931,...