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

Feb 15, 2025

Irene Clara Stepien was born November 6,1928, in Revin de Ardennes, France, to Adam and Anna Butryn. A few years later, the Butryns returned to their family farm in their native Pysznica, Poland, where Irene grew up and married. After World War II, she immigrated to the United States in 1949. Irene, who resided in Detroit, Michigan for 75...

Feb 14, 2025

Beverly Jean Moeller (Baker). Born October 27, 1932 in Detroit to her parents John and Ida Baker.  Beverly attended Chadsey High School and graduated early at the strong encouragement of her mother. She played the violin and soon went to work in banking.

Bev married Robert Charles Moeller in 1953. They had four children and settled in...

Feb 12, 2025

Zacharski, Karen Barbara, February 12, 2025. Cherished daughter of the late Josephine and Robert Zacharski. Dearest sister of Connie (John) Spiteri, Debbie Gilliam, Kathryn Zacharski, Susan (Michael) Martzig, Paul Zacharski, the late Steve Zacharski, and Monica Zacharski. Loving aunt and Godmother to Brittany Eaves. Cherished aunt of Melissa Reamer, Jessica Zacharski, Aimee Spiteri, Jim Ingmire Jr., Matt Spiteri, and Corey...

Feb 11, 2025

Robert Edmund Szostak July 2, 1947 – February 11, 2025

Robert Edmund Szostak, affectionately known as Bob or Brillo, passed away on February 11, 2025, in Garden City, MI. He was born on July 2, 1947, in Detroit, MI, to Edmund and Theodora (née Leibiada) Szostak.

Bob was the cherished father of Lauren (Shawn O’Donnell),...

Feb 3, 2025

Beloved wife of the late Ronald.  Dearest mother of Yvonne (Jeffrey) Ravenscroft, Christine Wojcik, and Ricky (Grace).  Cherished grandma of Erin, Alec, Eric, Hannah (Logan), Noah, Pierce, and Conner.  Loving great-grandma of Emma and Lucas.

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Alphonsus-St.-Clement Parish on Saturday, May 31st, at 11:00 am.

The family kindly...

Feb 3, 2025

Link for live-stream of John's Memorial Mass

John Fitzgerald MacIsaac, 60, passed away on February 3, 2025, in Canton, MI after a four year battle with cancer. Born on November 20, 1964, John grew up in Dearborn, MI and graduated from St. Alphonsus High School in 1983.

John devoted many years of service...

Feb 2, 2025

Simon, Julius Geza. February 2, 2025 Beloved husband of Genevieve. Dearest father of Michael (Catherine), Kathy Poslaiko, the late Stephen. Loving grandpa of Theresa Roberts, Emily Simon, Kelly (Adam) Lane, and Peter (Detra) Poslaiko. Dear great-grandpa of Madalin Roberts, Josephine Roberts, Grant Roberts, Grace Roberts, Dempsey Lane, Alexis Lane, and Anastasia Santiago.

Born and raised in the...

Jan 31, 2025

Beloved wife of the late Albert.  Dearest mother of Cynthia (Thomas) Evasic and Larry (Ann).  Loving grandma of Olivia, Amelia, Matthew, and Julia. Dear Sister of the late Nancy (the late Richard) Chonko. Dorothy loved being with her family and friends, listening to Polka music, dancing, and playing bingo.

Visitation Wednesday, February 5th at Stanley Turowski Funeral...

Jan 30, 2025

Alexander Stanley O’Chel Jr.

Beloved husband of the late Judy.  Dearest father of Alex (Suzanne), David (Nancy), and Michael (Cheryl).  Loving grandpa of Olivia, Crystal, Ricky, and Mikey.  Dear great-grandpa of Landon, Aria, and Louie.  A private service has been held.

Jan 27, 2025

Thomas N. Czerwienski, age 83, of Williamsburg, MI, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, MI, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on November 2, 1941, in Detroit, MI, to Walter and Helen (Neszala) Czerwienski, Tom was a man of great kindness and integrity.

Tom's educational journey began at the...

Jan 13, 2025

Donald “Don” A. Romanski Sr. Clearwater Beach, FL (Formerly of Dearborn, MI)

Donald “Don” A. Romanski Sr., age 88, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025, in Clearwater, FL. He was born on February 6, 1936, in Detroit, MI, to Felix and Frances (Suski) Romanski. Don married Elaine Grondziak on September 6, 1958, at St. Barbara Catholic...

Jan 11, 2025

Anthony Gerard Kempinski September 24, 1953 – January 11, 2025

Anthony Gerard Kempinski, affectionately known as Tony, was a loving Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Nephew, and Friend, Tony’s (Antek’s) legacy will be the music he left behind

As a founding member and bandleader of the Dynasticks, "Detroit's Spirit of Polkas," Tony revolutionized the sound of...

Jan 9, 2025

Vella, Pauline. January 9, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Paul. Dearest mother of Mary Petroskey, Joseph (Yvette) Vella, Emanuela "Lilly" (James) Baldwin, Ann (Marcel) Killingbeck, Paul Vella, Connie (Chuck) Holland, Victor Vella, and James (Andrea) Vella. Loving Nanna of 16 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Loving sister of John (Connie), Gemma (Alfred), Joseph (Margaret), the late Carmela Vella, Anthony...

Jan 7, 2025

Rita Montoni

November 20, 1942 – January 7, 2025

Former wife of Enrico.  Dearest mother of John (Yola) and Rosa (John) Ferrara.  Loving Noni of Nicholas and Amanda (Robert) Ferrera. Dear sister of Rosa (the late Nando) Palermini, Ottavio (Patrice) Carlomusto, Vanda (Gerald) Soborowski, Franca (Terrence) Winowiecki, Gabriella Carlomusto, and the late Firminio Carlomusto.  Also...

Jan 4, 2025

Daniel Jerome Zak, Sr. September 6, 1938 – January 4, 2025

Daniel Jerome Zak, Sr., born on September 6, 1938, to Theodore and Helen Zak in Detroit, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Daniel was a man of immense talents and determination, often described as a jack of...

Jan 2, 2025

Kandow, Steven Michael. January 2, 2025. Beloved husband of Thelma. Dearest father of Brittany, Brianna (James) Tilden, and Katelynn. Loving grandpa of Brendan, Bailee, Alayah, and James Jr. Loving brother of Lori Bailey and Linda. Dear uncle of Scott and Dennis. Loving son of the late Leo and Sally.

Steven found joy in testing his luck, whether...

Jan 2, 2025

Paul Coleman Haase February 4, 1948 – January 2, 2025

Paul Coleman Haase, beloved brother, uncle, partner, and friend, passed away on January 2, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on February 4, 1948, Paul was the son of the late Frances Coleman Haase Millard and the late Otto Haase.

He is survived by...

Dec 18, 2024

SCHOENBERGER, Richard “Rick” Douglas December 18, 2024.  Beloved husband of the late Jean.  Dearest father of Richard (Sasha Merritt) Schoenberger, and Catherine (Tim Parent) Schoenberger.  Loving grandpa of Adelyn and Landon.  Dear brother of the late John Schoenberger and Beverly Zielinski.  Dear Brother-in-Law of Louis (Carolyn) Bruno.  Memorial visitation Saturday, January 4, 2025, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at...

Dec 11, 2024

ARBUCKLE, KATHLEEN LYNN, December 11, 2024.  Loving Daughter of the late Beryl and Richard Arbuckle.  Dearest sister of Patricia (Rick) Rifkin.  Private Services will take place.

Dec 8, 2024

James "Jim" Francis Kernen, born on July 24, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, to Robert and Beatrice Kernen, passed away suddenly on December 8, while working. Jim grew up in Dearborn, Michigan, where his parents owned a local gas station, instilling in him a strong work ethic and a love for connecting with people.

Jim was known for...