Obituaries

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

Andrew "Drew" Garcia

Andrew "Drew" Garcia

Oct 9, 2023

Andrew “Drew” Garrett Garcia, 39, March 31, 1984 – October 9, 2023 With great sadness, we announce the passing of Andrew “Drew” Garrett Garcia on October 9, 2023. He was the beloved son of Antonio M. and Patricia Ann Garcia, brother of Lauren Carissa-Garcia (Devon) Glass, uncle of Owen Rapaport Glass and Kara Zozula Glass, and friend to many. Andrew,...

Eugenia Gorgon

Eugenia Gorgon

Sep 25, 2023

GORGON, EUGENIA. September 25, 2023. Beloved mother of Marcos (Lisa), Corrina, Daniel, and Jonathan (Grace). Dearest grandmum of Christie, Marcos Jr., Alexis, Alicia, Annmarie, Noah, Michael, Olivia, Kayla, Quentin, Victoria, Vincent, Amelia, and Levi. Loving great-grandmum of Dominic, Andrew, Liliana, Jeremiah, Francesca "Frankie", Michael, Benicio, Quentin Jr., Alexandria, and Ayra. Cherished sister of Adam, Kathleen, Sean, the late Jerome, Don,...

Frank J. Slawnikowski

Frank J. Slawnikowski

Sep 22, 2023

SLAWNIKOWSKI, FRANK J. September 22, 2023. Beloved husband of Carol. Dearest son of the late Frank and Alice Slawnikowski. Dear brother of John (Jeannie), Ted (Kay), the late Bernadette (the late Frank) Grabowski, Joseph (the late Joyce) Stanley (the late Patricia), James (Jacqueline), and Paul. Dear Brother-in-Law of Chester Calka, Christopher (Diane) Calka, Kathleen Calka, and Jan (Donna) Calka. Loving...

William "Ken" Kenneth Dye

William "Ken" Kenneth Dye

Sep 17, 2023

William Kenneth Dye, affectionately known as Ken, passed away on September 17, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and cherished memories. He was born on October 28, 1944, in Louisville, Kentucky, to proud parents James and Wylvia (nee McCauley). Ken's life was marked by a vibrant spirit and a deep passion for various pursuits. He was a proud...

Keith A. Surmacz

Keith A. Surmacz

Sep 7, 2023

SURMACZ, KEITH A. September 7, 2023. Beloved father of Shelby (Brandon) Cramer and Alexis (Alex) Woerdehoff. Loving son of Mickey and the late Richard. Dearest brother of Mark (Deanna). Loving grandpa of Riley, Logan, Sadie, and Peyton. Loving companion of Marcia Killian. Former spouse of Kimberly Begin. Keith was an avid outdoorsman who loved to spend his time fishing and...

Joann Leja

Joann Leja

Sep 6, 2023

LEJA, JoANN September 6, 2023. Beloved wife of the late James. Dearest mother of Mary Jo (David) Kujala, Lynn (Rick) Grodek, and James Jr. (Amy Miller). Loving grandma of Kristy (Joseph), Sarah (Peter), Greg (Jennifer), Emma, Leo, Max, and great-grandma of Juliana, Kaylie, Karalynn, Lydia, Samuel, Everleigh, Thaddeus, Timothy, and Hannah. Dear sister of the late Leo (Kathy) Whalen. Visitation...

Linda Marie Gresko

Linda Marie Gresko

Sep 6, 2023

GRESKO, LINDA MARIE, September 6, 2023. Beloved wife of Joseph. Dearest sister of the late Janice (the late Joseph) Gray. Loving aunt of Michael (Keri) Gray and David (Jennie) Gray. Great aunt of Meghann and Joey. Visitation Sunday 1-4 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 West Warren, Dearborn Heights.

James Richard Kurek

James Richard Kurek

Aug 20, 2023

KUREK, JAMES R. August 20, 2023. Beloved husband of Lynn. Dearest father of David (Michelle) Saad, and John (Stacie) Saad. Loving grandpa of Brendan, Samantha, Vivian, and Samuel. Dear brother of Susanna Heisig. Dear uncle of Christopher Heidisch, and Bobbi Lynn Koeppen. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

George Kramar

George Kramar

Aug 15, 2023

George Kramar, 92, of Dearborn Heights, Michigan and Naples, Florida died from complications due to a stroke without one wrinkle on his face. George was born in Banatsko Novo Selo, Yugoslavia and had a rough life there. During World War ll George had to leave his village at the age of 14 to move to the city to find work...

Simplicia Anna Maria Boccarossa

Simplicia Anna Maria Boccarossa

Aug 14, 2023

I am sure that when Simply reached heaven, God reached out his arms to her and she said..." please Sit down, and I will cook you dinner". A million things can be said about Simply but I know we can all agree on the fact that she cooked for everyone all the time. She loved to feed people and could...

Lucy H. Cline

Lucy H. Cline

Aug 14, 2023

CLINE, LUCY H. August 14, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Philip. Dearest mother of Terry, Valerie (Robert) Bak, Colleen (David) Gutowski. Loving grandma of Mandi (Lester) Monger, Aaron (Emily) Cline, Brandon (Meggan) Bak, and Sarah Bak. Loving gigi of Gabriel, Jacob, Aurora, Avarie, Adelle, Leila, Isabella, Brayden, Charleigh. Lucy was a huge animal lover. Over the course of her...

Catherine Jo Cody

Catherine Jo Cody

Aug 11, 2023

Catherine Jo Cody passed away on August 11, 2023 at her home in Dearborn. She was 71 years old. Catherine was born on March 19,1952, to Francis and Sophie Szymialis. She grew up in Dearborn as the middle child of five siblings - Fran, Roni, Joe, and Theresa. Catherine graduated Fordson High School in 1970, and she would later attend...

Brent J. Burchart

Brent J. Burchart

Aug 6, 2023

BURCHART, BRENT J. August 6, 2023. Beloved uncle of Alexander, Sarah, and Elizabeth. Dearest friend of many. Beloved son of the late Robert and Bridget. Loving brother of the late Brian. Brent had a deep affection for the world of animation, particularly the enchanting creations of Walt Disney. Which led him to his career as a draftsman. In his youth,...

Elizabeth Mary Hudzik

Elizabeth Mary Hudzik

Aug 1, 2023

Elizabeth Mary Hudzik passed away peacefully on August 1, 2023, at the age of 89. Born on May 8, 1934, in County Kildare, Ireland, she was the cherished daughter of the late Edward and Mary O'Brien. In 1957, Elizabeth made the courageous journey to America, seeking new opportunities. However, her heart remained tied to her homeland, Ireland, where she longed...

Lynn Kristin Cser

Lynn Kristin Cser

Jul 30, 2023

CSER, LYNN KRISTIN July 30, 2023. Beloved wife of Steve. Dearest mother of Michael (Cora Capler) Cser, Nicole (Devin) Kachinosky, and Kellie (Jason) Blacha. Loving Mimi of Easton, Elliott, Macy, Emerson, Beau, Aria, and Hayden. Visitation Friday 2-8 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 West Warren, Dearborn Heights. Visitation Saturday starting at 9:00 am, at the funeral home, until...

Mary Ann Siatkowski

Mary Ann Siatkowski

Jul 24, 2023

SIATKOWSKI, MARY ANN, July 24, 2023. Dearest sister of Joan (Larry) Kobylarz. Loving aunt of Stephen Kobylarz and the late Richard and Linda, also several great grandnieces and nephews. Honoring Mary Ann’s wishes, there will be no Funeral Mass or Memorial Service.

Kathryn Mary Sobota

Kathryn Mary Sobota

Jul 14, 2023

Kathryn Mary Sobota March 20, 1949 - July 14, 2023 Kathryn Mary Sobota, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed from this world into eternal life on July 14, 2023, in Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 74. Kathryn was born March 20, 1949, in Detroit, to Valentine and Elizabeth Fox. Kathryn left behind a legacy of...

Michelle Noonan

Michelle Noonan

Jul 14, 2023

Michelle Noonan lived a life devoted to family, consciously nurturing her relationships with those she loved. She was a practical person who believed in saving money and choosing functional over fashion. With unwavering values, she treated others with kindness, respected her elders, and was nonjudgmental. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, Michelle was revered and cherished by...

Lillian Mary Zuzak

Lillian Mary Zuzak

Jul 11, 2023

Zuzak, Lillian Mary. July 11, 2023 Beloved wife of the late Theodore. Loving mother of Elaine Collins and Mary Ann DeJohn. Cherished grandma of Brittany. Instate Friday at 10:30 am at Ss. Peter and Paul Parish, 7685 Grandville Ave., Detroit, until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00 am.

Florence Eugenia Jendrasik

Florence Eugenia Jendrasik

Jun 25, 2023

Florence Eugenia Jendrasik, 94 died Saturday June 25th at home. Florence was born December 27, 1928 in Dearborn Heights, Michigan to Kazimierz and Stephanie Jendrasik. She was an administrative secretary for many years and loved to travel with her mother, sister Helen, and sister-in-law Gloria all over the US including Alaska, Florida, the Carolinas and across Europe. Florence was a...