Obituaries

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

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...

Linda Louise Landfair

Linda Louise Landfair

May 23, 2024

Linda Louise Landfair, born January 23, 1957. Died May 23, 2024. She is survived by Daughter Lindsey Shaw, Son Robert Basse, Spouse William Basse, Sister Sandra Glover, Brothers Randy Landfair and Matthew Landfair. Linda was a beloved mother, sister, aunt and dear friend. A very proud graduate of Fordson High School (class of 1975), Linda went on to study marketing...

Stanley Adams Jr.

Stanley Adams Jr.

May 21, 2024

Adams Jr., Stanley. May 21, 2024. Beloved husband of Diane. Father of Jeffrey and the late David. Loving grandpa of Jeffrey, Sydney, and Dominick. Loving great-grandpa of Melody and Melodious. Dear brother of Robert. Visitation Monday from 1-8 pm with Carl Stitt American Legion Military Honors at 4 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. Visitation...

Antonio Micheli

Antonio Micheli

May 21, 2024

Micheli, Antonio. May 21, 2024. Beloved father of Phillip (Kathy), David (Maria), and Martha. Dearest Pa of Garrett, Amelia, David, and Elena. Loving son of the late Filippo and Antonia. Loving brother of Maria (Romolo) Maura, the late Giovanna (Vincenzo) Maura, and the late Domenico (Anna). Instate Tuesday at 10 am St Alphonsus – St. Clement Parish until time of...

Stella Sakowicz

Stella Sakowicz

May 21, 2024

Sakowicz, Stella, September 18, 1925-May 21, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Roman. Dearest mother of John (Sharon) Sakowicz and Edward (Denise) Sakowicz. Loving Babcia of Dr. Stephanie Sakowicz-Schnell (Mr. Kelsey Schnell) and David (Caitlin Wunderlich) Sakowicz. Loving Babush of Roman and Baby #2. Dear sister of the late Genevieve, Josephine, Michael, and Richard. Loving aunt to many nieces and...

Kenneth Eugene Stecker Jr.

Kenneth Eugene Stecker Jr.

May 9, 2024

Kenneth Eugene Stecker, Jr. (March 17, 1942 – May 9th, 2024) was born in Detroit/Dearborn on St. Patrick’s Day. He was the only child of Kenneth Eugene Stecker and Marion Quarton Stecker (both now deceased). Growing up in historic Springwells Park there were many who lovingly nicknamed him “Pat.” Ken Jr. graduated from Fordson High School and then joined the...