Obituaries

Oct 28, 2024

Filipina Narciso, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away on October 28, 2024 in Warren, Michigan, at the age of 78. Born on May 17, 1946, in the Philippines, Filipina dedicated her life to caring for others through her work as a registered nurse. Her passion for healthcare was matched only by her profound capacity for compassion,...

Oct 26, 2024

Teresa Carbajal, age 88, passed away October 26, 2024.

Teresa was survived by her sister-in-law, June Carbajal, several nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Teresa was predeceased by her parents, Joseph Carbajal and Marie (Santiago) Tafoya, and siblings, Aurora (John) Sapiano, Henry Carbajal, Charles Carbajal, and David Carbajal.

Teresa loved to see the world and travel around seeing what each unique...

Oct 25, 2024

Theresa S. Pokorske, age 79, passed away October 25, 2024.

Theresa was the beloved wife of Clarence Pokorske; loving mother of Kevin Pokorske; and devoted grandmother of Luke, London, and Ruby Pokorske.

Theresa loved to create things with her own hands and talent of crafting and sewing. She and those around her have her handy work around in their lives as a...

Oct 21, 2024

Robert D. Potter, age 86, passed away October 21, 2024. 

Robert D. Potter, age 86, passed away October 21, 2024. Robert was the beloved husband of Barbara Potter (Hammer); loving father of Wendy Potter and Joelle (Robert) Maleszyk; devoted grandfather of Allie Cuva, Jacob Cuva, Joseph Maleszyk, and Benjamin Maleszyk; dear brother of the late Ann Potter, the late William (the...

Oct 13, 2024

John L. Skorna, age 88, passed away October 13, 2024.

John Skorna, 88, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. His life was one of service, love, and devotion to his family, friends, and country. Following graduation from St. Cecilia's High School in Detroit, he proudly served in the Marine Corps. He then went on to...

Oct 8, 2024

SARKIS SARKISSIAN Obituary

Sarkis Antranik Sarkissian peacefully passed away on October 8, 2024, at home with his loving family by his side. On the 26th of June 1960, Sarkis was born in Beruit, Lebanon. He was the son of Antranik and Valantin Sarkissian and the third sibling of four: Toros Sarkissian, Maida Injeyan, and Sebouh Sarkissian. In 1980, Sarkis made his...

Oct 7, 2024

Judith A. Gamicchia, age 82, passed away October 7, 2024.

Judith was the loving wife of Roland F. Gamicchia; dearest mother of Ann (Michael) Cornacchia, Janet (Garnet) Siedmiorka, and Robert Gamicchia; loving grandmother of Alexandra, Hannah, C.J., Jasper, Louis, and the late Joshua; and dear sister of Joe (Joan) Stockman, Mary (Tom) Giannini, and Barbara (John) McParland.

Visitation Thursday, October 17, from...

Oct 5, 2024

Thomas W. Zajdel, age 76, passed away October 5, 2024. 

Tom was the beloved husband and best friend of Sue Zajdel for 18 years; loving father of Becky (John Hopf) Zajdel, Nickie (Curt) Smiscik, Scott (Tammy) Wilson, and Brian Wilson; devoted papa of Zachary (Sami) Zajdel, Samantha Wilson, Madison Smiscik, Natalie Smiscik, and Clarissa Hopf; proud great-grandfather of Sadie; dear brother...

Sep 29, 2024

Patricia Carol Napper, aged 80, passed away on September 29, 2024, in Flint, Michigan. Born on September 4, 1944, Patricia lived in Prescott, Michigan, where she cherished her home of 20 years.

Patricia devoted 20 years of her life to the Fitzgerald Public Schools Food Service, contributing passionately to the school community. She was an avid bowler, a skillful crafter, and...

Sep 23, 2024

Michael John "Spaz" Pazdziora, age 59, passed away September 23, 2024.

Mike was the dear son of Maryann and the late John Pazdziora; brother of Gerry (Lynn) Pazdziora and the late Tony Pazdziora; loving uncle of Sarah (Jory) Little and Emily (Justin) Malek; and great-uncle of Thomas Gerard Little. He is also survived by his many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends...

Sep 18, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Hoang Van Phan on September 18, 2024. Hoang was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is survived by his devoted wife, Cam Nguyen; his son, Vu Phan; his daughter, Linh Phan; his cherished granddaughter, Sophia Britt; his daughter in law, Jeanine Phan; and his two sisters...

Sep 13, 2024

Michael Robert Starosta, age 55, passed away September 13, 2024.

Mike was the son of Jane Starosta and the late Ronald Starosta Sr.; dear brother of Ronald (Kathy Olson) Starosta; uncle to Megan and Matthew Starosta. He was the longtime companion of Dawn Starosta and their beloved pet dog, Murphy. Mike had many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends that will deeply...

Sep 6, 2024

Beverly Ann Mark (nee: Pomeroy) of Sterling Heights, Michigan passed away at the age 85.

Beverly is survived by her husband of 69 years, Richard Mark. She has 6 children, the late John Mark, Paul Mark, James Mark, Rochelle Mark-Haire, Matthew Mark, and Lance Mark. She has 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and her beloved cats, Buddy and Hank.

She had an associate’s...

Sep 4, 2024

Richard Harold Brochu of Warren, MI passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at his home of 59 years on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at the age of 92. 

Richard is survived by his beloved wife of 73 years, Betty Brochu. His children, Susan (Jack) Bogen-Mineer, Judy (Ted) Santa Maria, Peggy Adamski, and Rick (Michelle) Brochu. As well as many grandchildren,...

Sep 3, 2024

Dolores Ann Przybylski, age 92, passed away September 3, 2024.

Dolores was the beloved wife of the late Gerald Przybylski; loving mother of Linda (Robert) Burk, Louis (Michele) Przybylski, Janine (Mark) Cochran, and Denise (Michael) Cleary; devoted grandmother of Tiffany (Kevin) Jacobson, Aaron (Lisa) Burk, Matthew (Jessica) Super, Sarah Super, Robert (Jia Liu) Przybylski, Katie (Mike Horowitz) Przybylski, Daniel (Denyé) Super,...

Aug 24, 2024

Donna Marie Lubiarz, age 46, passed away on August 24th, 2024. 

Donna was the daughter of Eugene and Casmira Lubiarz. She was born on September 12th, 1977 at Royal Oak Beaumont Hospital. Donna was the loving sister of older brothers Mark and Jerry Lubiarz, and the aunt to Brendan, Elise, and Evan. She also had a special place in her heart...

Aug 22, 2024

Shirley Gail Mitchell, age 98, passed away August 22, 2024.

Shirley was the beloved wife of the late Edward Jannusch and the late Jesse James Mitchell; loving mother of the late Sherry Matthews and Edward (Tonya) Jannusch; devoted grandmother of Cory (Kim) Caruana and Heather (Mike) Alent; and proud great-grandmother of Ethan, Charlotte, Christian, and Hunter. Shirley was one of ten...

Aug 22, 2024

Son Ngoc Duong, age 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 22, 2024. 

He is survived by his beautiful wife, Hue Nguyen; son of the late Hoa Duong and Khanh Nguyen; brother of the late Quang Duong, Huy Duong, Hai Duong and survived by his brothers and sisters, Ngoc Duong, Hoa Duong, Hung Duong, and Tuyen Duong; loving father...

Aug 6, 2024

Thomas Walter Ozarski, age 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 6, 2024. Tom was the son of the late Chester Ozarski and Julia Alice Lubkowski; loving father of Jill Ozarski (Travis Keeley) and Amy (Sean) Lantis; devoted grandfather of Gavin Lantis, Kieran Lantis, Adelaide Keeley and Mirabel Keeley; brother of Robert (Idel) Ozarski and Barbara Ozarski. He...

Aug 5, 2024

Kenneth John Kowalski, age 74, passed away August 5, 2024.

Ken was the beloved husband of the late Christine A. Kowalski; loving father of Michael K. (Janette) Kowalski; devoted grandfather of Abigail A. Kowalski; brother of the late Bernie (the late Nora) Kowalski, the late Ted (the late Dolly) Kowalski, Phyllis Hempel, Lorraine (John) Grzywack, Pat (the...