Obituaries

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

Rose Marie Michels

Rose Marie Michels

Jul 19, 2024

Michels, Rose Marie

October 25, 1935 – July 19, 2024

Rose Marie Michels, born October 25, 1935, in Detroit, MI, to Aloysius and Mathilda (nee Sandecki), passed away surrounded by her loving family. She was a beacon of education, humor, and wit, known for her sharp intellect and quick sense of humor.

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Mariano J. Burgos

Mariano J. Burgos

Jul 18, 2024

Burgos, Mariano Joseph. July 18th 2024. Beloved Son of Monica Batts and Mariano (Vikki). Dearest Brother of Mercedes Burgos, Austin Rush, Antonio Burgos, and Ayana Burgos. Loving Grandson of Helena and the late Rudolph King, the late Temisto, the late Marsella Burgos and Pat Hixson. Mariano will also be missed by his fur baby, Abby.  Also survived by loving...

Sandra Kay Rowland

Sandra Kay Rowland

Jul 16, 2024

Sandra Kay Rowland

October 19, 1947 - July 16, 2024

Sandra Kay (Gohl) Rowland, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024.  Born to Emerald and Kathleen (Duke) Gohl in Ferndale, MI. Sandy will forever be known for her dedication to her family, her caring heart for others, and...

Jan Wojciechowski

Jan Wojciechowski

Jul 16, 2024

Wojciechowski, Jan July 16, 2024 Beloved husband of the late Weronika. Dearest father of Zofia Dec, Henryk, Zbyszek. Kochany dziadzio of Izabela, Eryk, Dawid, Karol, Tomek. Pra dziadzio of Adrian, Juliusz, Artus, Olivia, Veronika, and Maja. Visitation Thursday 4-8 pm with a Rosary at 7 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. Instate Friday at 10:30...

Stella Swierczek

Stella Swierczek

Jul 15, 2024

Swierczek, Stella. July 15, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Thadeusz. Dearest mother of Barbara (the late David) Veverica, George, Patricia and Thomas. Loving babcia of Paula (David) Gentile and Patrick. Great babcia of Alexander and Eva.

Visitation Thursday from 2-8 pm with a Rosary at 6:30 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn...

Alan William Purcell

Alan William Purcell

Jul 12, 2024

Alan William Purcell

November 3, 1967 - July 12, 2024

Alan William Purcell, beloved husband, son, brother, and friend, passed away on July 12, 2024, at the age of 56. Alan is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Smith; his father, John P. Purcell; and his sister, Briana Purcell. He was preceded in death by...

Kenneth "Kenny" Frank Sadek

Kenneth "Kenny" Frank Sadek

Jul 4, 2024

Kenneth "Kenny" Frank Sadek, born February 15, 1955, to Frank and Olga (née Bober) Sadek in Detroit, MI, passed away on July 4, 2024. Kenny was an avid sports fan, wholeheartedly supporting the University of Michigan—"Go Blue!"—and all of the Detroit teams, especially the 1968 World Champion Tigers. Not only did he love sports, but he also excelled in them....

Girrard "Jerry" Zalno

Girrard "Jerry" Zalno

Jun 30, 2024

Girrard "Jerry" Zalno, born June 29, 1953, passed away on June 30, 2024. He was the beloved son of the late John and Virginia Zalno, and is survived by his siblings Paul (Diane), Marianne (James) Matthews, and John (the late Brenda). Jerry was a proud uncle to his nieces and nephews. Jerry cherished his childhood dream of becoming an artist...

Robert Paul Staroscik, Jr.

Robert Paul Staroscik, Jr.

Jun 28, 2024

Robert Paul Staroscik Jr. October 3, 1978 – June 28, 2024 Robert Paul Staroscik Jr., affectionately known as Bobby, Robby, Bryan Metro, Robby Starr, The Doctor, and “That Guy from the Blog,” passed away on June 28, 2024. Born on October 3, 1978, to Robert Sr. and Dianne (nee Pilat) in Detroit, MI, Robert was a beloved son, brother, uncle,...

Margaret "Pegeen" Mary Mitchell

Margaret "Pegeen" Mary Mitchell

Jun 28, 2024

"Pegeen" Margaret Mary Mitchell was born in Detroit on 9 January 1957. The first child of the late Ellen and Aloysius Mitchell, and big sister to twins Eileen (Keith) Miazgowicz, and the late Jamie. Margaret will be remembered fondly as an Aunt to Matthew and Patrick and as a dear friend to Kimberly. Pegeen grew up in a close-knit Northwest...

Geraldine A. Polanski

Geraldine A. Polanski

Jun 23, 2024

Polanski, Geraldine A. June 23, 2024. Geraldine was preceded in death by her husband Edwin in 1987. She is survived by her daughters, Linda and Susan. Susan is married to Michael Clay, and they have two children, Nicholas and Natalie. Nicholas is married to Jahnabi, and they have blessed Geraldine with great-grandchildren Edward and Eleanor. Geraldine lived a fulfilling life,...

Thomas "Tom" Martin Waligorski

Thomas "Tom" Martin Waligorski

Jun 22, 2024

Thomas "Tom" Martin Waligorski, born on May 23, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, to Alphonse and Eleanor Waligorski, passed away on June 22, 2024, at his home in Dearborn Heights. Tom was the beloved husband of Carole, with whom he shared many wonderful years. He was a loving father to Amy Rogers, Matt, and Andrea (Mike) Waker. He was cherished as...

Joseph J. Mercurio

Joseph J. Mercurio

Jun 21, 2024

Live stream of Joseph Mercurio's Funeral Mass Joseph J. Mercurio, age 96, passed away on June 21, 2024. Beloved husband of Dolores Mercurio of 72 years. Cherished father of Kathy (Greg) Dabkowski, Fran Mercurio (former spouse Chuck Greenwell), and Therese (Jasper) Fodera. Loving Papa of Joe, Scott, Lauren, Jackie, Colette, and Allison. Great Papa of Dominic, Dino, Giovanni, and Maxine....

Michael Ibrahim Barhoumeh

Michael Ibrahim Barhoumeh

Jun 14, 2024

Barhoumeh, Michael Ibrahim June 14, 2024. Loving father of Ibrahim Michael. Beloved son of Lina and the late Ibrahim. Dearest brother of Julie Farhat, and Rommie (Sarah). Many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends will miss Michael. Visitation Wednesday at 10:00 am at The Basilica of St. Mary, 18200 Merriman Road, Livonia, until the time of Divine Liturgy at 11:00...

David Raymond Semplici

David Raymond Semplici

Jun 6, 2024

SEMPLICI, DAVID RAYMOND June 6, 2024. Loving son of the Late Bruno and Marion Semplici. Dear brother of the late Danny. Dearest nephew of Emilia (the late Raymond) Semplici. Dear cousin of Bonnie, Judy, Tony, and Tim. Dear neighbors, Margie and Tina. Private services will be held.

Eleanor Barczak

Eleanor Barczak

Jun 3, 2024

Barczak, Eleanor. June 3, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Leo. Dearest mother of Laurel and the late Marsha (Edward) Van Hoey. Loving grandma of Gregory (Nicole) Van Hoey, Elaine (Ryan) Kish, and Kevin Van Hoey. Cherished great-grandma of Olivia, Josephine, Owen, Lily, Annabelle, Emilia, and the late Elizabeth and Abigail. Instate Wednesday, June 12th, at St. Francis D'Assisi Church,...

Constance Joyce Fitzgerald

Constance Joyce Fitzgerald

Jun 2, 2024

FitzGerald, Constance J. June 2, 2024. Beloved Wife of the late Bill. Dearest mother of Kim (John) Pinney and Daniel (Pamela) FitzGerald. Loving grandma of Michael Pinney, Katie Neibert, Kelly FitzGerald, Daniel Pinney, Melissa FitzGerald, Meghan Strand, Patrick Pinney, and Kevin Pinney. Loving great-grandma of Abby, Colin, Keegan, Reagan, Finn, Emmy, and Evie. Visitation Friday 10:15 am at St. Kenneth...

Hazel J. Mccaslin

Hazel J. Mccaslin

Jun 1, 2024

McCaslin, HAZEL (Nee Buckingham) born December 29, 1925. Died Saturday, June 1, 2024. She was born in Pennsylvania and lived there for 35 years before coming to Michigan. She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene and her daughter, Audrey (Roy) Greer. She is survived by her son, Dale (Karen) McCaslin, Granddaughter Dana (Eric) Homeier, Grandson Sean (Ann) McCaslin,...

Anna Chimienti

Anna Chimienti

May 25, 2024

Chimienti, Anna May 25, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Carlo. Dearest mother of Vito (Ronda Pellerito). Former mother-in-law of Dawn Hebert. Loving grandma of Anjilla (Aseel), Stephani, and Anthony. Loving great grandma of Amin, and Alina. Dear sister of Loreta (the late Vittorio) Rea, Joe (Loretta) Ciccarelli, Patty (Mike Mihaesi) Galilei, Silvana (Bruno) Santioni, Franco (Catherine) Ciccarelli, and the...

Arthur Stanislaus Baker

Arthur Stanislaus Baker

May 23, 2024

Arthur Stanislaus Baker July 11, 1931 - May 23, 2024 Arthur Stanislaus Baker, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024. Born to Stanley and Clara (nee Piotrowski) in Detroit, MI, on July 11, 1931, Arthur was known for his sharp wit, humor, and unwavering dedication to family. Arthur proudly served his country in the Army...