Obituaries

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

Emil J. Zapalski

Emil J. Zapalski

Dec 30, 2023

ZAPALSKI, EMIL J. December 30, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Lillian H. Dearest father of Robert (Annie), Raymond (Karen), Barbara (the late David) Ganshorn, Ronald, and Susanna (Luke) Elliot. Loving Dziadzia of Bobby, Kristyn, Alan, Neil, Megan, Michael, Mary, and Noah. PraDzia of Riley, Ryder, Weston, Cooper, Lyla, Maya, Nolan, Campbell, Sarah, and Beau. Visitation Wednesday from 2-8 pm...

Sandra L. Rodgers

Sandra L. Rodgers

Dec 29, 2023

Rodgers, Sandra L. December 29, 2023. Beloved wife of the late James David. Dearest mother of David, Brian (Robin), Chris. Loving grandma of Jamie, Danyel, Christopher James, Tasha, Jackie, and James. Private services were held.

Rosemarie D'Onofrio

Rosemarie D'Onofrio

Dec 28, 2023

D’Onofrio, Rosemarie. December 28, 2023 Beloved wife of the late Mario. Loving mother of Linda and Larry (Shelia). Cherished Nannie of Andrea, Daniel, and Matthew. Dear sister of the late Francis, the late Stella, the late, Anna, the late Joseph. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3-8 pm with a Rosary at 7:00 pm at Stanley Turowski...

Angela Imperi

Angela Imperi

Dec 27, 2023

Imperi, Angela. December 27, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Gino. Loving mother of Robert (Theresa) and the late Gia. Loving Nona of Valencia and Antonio. Instate Friday 10:00 am-11:30 am at St. Barbara Church. Funeral Mass Friday at 11:30 am at St. Barbara Church.

Christopher J. Serwatowski

Christopher J. Serwatowski

Dec 22, 2023

Serwatowski, Christopher J. December 22, 2023. Beloved father of Holly. Loving son of Delphine Bosek and the late Stanley Serwatowski. Dear brother of Laurie Brocki, Lynnette Bivins, Mary Shedlock, James Serwatowski, Geri Ann Serwatowski, Kenneth Serwatowski, and the late Stanley Serwatowski Jr, and Lisa Parsons. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday from 10 am – 2 pm...

Rose Marie Roch

Rose Marie Roch

Dec 21, 2023

ROCH, ROSE MARIE, December 21, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Dearest mother of Laura (Thomas) Schoefter and Elaine (Eric) Lovdahl. Loving grandma of Ian and Lauren (Michael). Visitation Thursday 3-8 pm with a Rosary at 6:30 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 West Warren, Dearborn Heights. Instate Friday 10:00 am at St. Linus Church until time of...

Ruth Al-Saadi

Ruth Al-Saadi

Dec 18, 2023

Al-Saadi, Ruth. December 18, 2023. Dearest mother of Adelia (Mike) Colson. Loving grandma of Ashley, Austin, and Alec (Natalie). Dear sister of Amos (Linda) Long, Edward (Jani) Long, the late Callie, Corabelle, Fancy, Lucy, Elsie, Roscoe, Elaine, Garnett, Freddie, and Daniel. Former spouse of the late Fadhil Al-Saadi. Visitation Thursday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home,...

Elizabeth "Ellis" C. Lange

Elizabeth "Ellis" C. Lange

Dec 17, 2023

Lange, Elizabeth C. "Ellis" December 17, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Dearest mother of Stuart Lange and Heather (Jeff) King. Loving Nana of Daniel (Jessica), Rachel Small, and Addie King. Great Nana of Alivia, Amora, and Ezra. Dear sister of Roberta Nash and the late Jean Wallace and Robert Brown. A Celebration of Life Service will be held...

Dorothy B. Gismondi

Dorothy B. Gismondi

Dec 15, 2023

Gismondi, Dorothy B. December 15, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Antonio. Dearest mother of Paul (Cynthia), Kayne (the late Danny) Williams, and Jayne. Loving grandmother of Christopher (Elizabeth), Breana, Joshua, and Jonah. Loving great-grandmother of Cordelia, Dante. Dear sister of Ron (the late Teresa), Marian (the late David) Jolet, the late Geri Kendall. Dear friend of Barbara Kanclerz. Loving...

Jack Paul Mattieson

Jack Paul Mattieson

Dec 14, 2023

Jack Mattieson (died December 14, 2023), was raised in Dearborn, MI and graduated from Dearborn High School (Class of 1953). After a year at the University of Miami, Jack went to Northland College in Ashland, WI. While at Northland, he was an outstanding defenseman on the Northland Hockey team for three seasons from 1956-1959, while simultaneously playing with the Ironwood...

Merle "Moe” Victor Thomas, Jr.

Merle "Moe” Victor Thomas, Jr.

Dec 9, 2023

Merle Victor Thomas Jr. June 16, 1937-December 9, 2023 Beloved son of the late Merle Sr. and Helen. Dearest brother of the late Robert (the late June) and the late Stanley. Cherished uncle of Jason (Denise), Patrick (Nicole), Sharon (Chuck) Lindenmuth, and Randy (Teresa). Dear great-uncle of Lauren, Rachel, Emma, Hanna, Leia, Jordan, and Preston. Loving companion of Margret. Also...

Victoria "Vickie" Flis

Victoria "Vickie" Flis

Dec 6, 2023

Victoria "Vickie" N. Flis April 16, 1960 – December 6, 2023 Victoria "Vickie" Flis passed away on December 6, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family. Born to Pasquale and Maria DeMarco in Ridgway, PA, on April 16, 1960, Vickie's life was a testament to love, selflessness, and unwavering faith. At the tender age of 15, she encountered the...

Richard E. Heilstedt

Richard E. Heilstedt

Nov 22, 2023

HEILSTEDT, RICHARD E., November 22, 2023. Beloved husband of Margaret (Diem) for 66 years until her death in January of 2022. Dearest father of Richard (Jen Meagher) and Debbie (Ron) Desjardins. Loving grandpa of Derek and Crystal (Rickie) Elkins. Doting great-grandpa of Faith Margaret. Richard E. Heilstedt (“Dick”) was born in Detroit on February 20, 1931 to Loretta and Elmer...

Joann Jones

Joann Jones

Nov 16, 2023

JONES, JOANN, November 16, 2023. Beloved wife of Tom. Dearest mother of Peggy (Michael) Smith, Donnie (Kathy) Tomblin, Elizabeth (Matthew) Rons, and Ray (Cheryl) Jones. Loving Granny of Casey (James) Patterson, Cheyenne (Jack) Wright, Genesis Jones, Hailey & Kaitlyn Rons, and Breanna & Tyler Maddock. Loving Great Granny of Cullen Patterson and Little Jack Wright, and loving Sister to Barb,...

Stanley “ Staś ” Anthony Wilk

Stanley “ Staś ” Anthony Wilk

Nov 13, 2023

Stanley Anthony Wilk, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and a pillar of strength to all who knew him, peacefully passed away on November 13, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 11, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, Staś was the son of the late Franciszek and Mary Wilk (née Grzegorek). Staś faced life's challenges with unwavering determination,...

Joseph Edward Urban, Jr.

Joseph Edward Urban, Jr.

Nov 11, 2023

Joseph Edward Urban Jr., a devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on November 11, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and a genuine passion for life. Born to Joseph and Julia Urban, nee Malarchik, on March 8, 1955, Joseph lived a life marked by sincerity and resilience. A proud graduate of Crestwood High School, Class of...

Charles F. Bizoe

Charles F. Bizoe

Nov 9, 2023

BIZOE, CHARLES FREDERICK. November 9, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Margaret. Dearest father of Sarah (Shawn) Case, David. Loving grandpa of Cynthia and Matthew. Visitation Tuesday from 3-7 pm with Rosary at 7 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren Dearborn Heights. Instate Wednesday at 10:30 am until time of Mass at 11 am at St. Sabina...

Alvin A. Plonka

Alvin A. Plonka

Nov 6, 2023

PLONKA, ALVIN A. November 6, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Christine. Dearest father of Craig (Lisa). Loving grandpa of Casey, Sawyer, and Nolan. Dear brother of Ken, Art (Margaret), and Cindy (Dave) Kramarczyk. Visitation Thursday 2-8 pm with a Rosary at 7:00 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. Instate Friday 10:30 am at St....

Charles "Charlie" Edward Keller

Charles "Charlie" Edward Keller

Nov 4, 2023

Charles Keller Tribute Video Charles Edward Keller passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on November 4, 2023. He was born on April 1, 1935, to Edward and Agnes Keller (née Preisser) in Tarentum, Pennsylvania, and later moved to Michigan with his family, settling in River Rouge. In his youth, Charlie found his passion for music in the River Rouge...

Michael "Stu" J. Stupar

Michael "Stu" J. Stupar

Oct 17, 2023

STUPAR, MICHAEL J. “Stu”, October 17, 2023. Loving son of the late John and Mary Stupar. Dearest brother of Anne Lazar. Cherished uncle of Michelle and Sabrina. Visitation Friday 2-6 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 West Warren, Dearborn Heights. Funeral Service Friday 6:00 pm at the funeral home.