All Obituaries

Richard Witte, 82, of Indian River, and formerly of Richmond, passed away peacefully Friday, September 15, 2023. Richard was born February 23, 1941 to the late Otto and Margaret Witte. Beloved husband of Marilyn Witte; cherished father of Scott (Lori) Witte, Craig (Pamela) Witte and Lindsay (David Noe) Witte; caring grandfather of Cole, Trent, Tyler, Eddie and Zoe. Also survived by his sister Carol Schulte of Richmond. Richard loved working with his hands and spent over 40 years in the auto...

John Chester Dickinson, age 76, of Casco Township passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 peacefully and surrounded by family at Select Specialty Hospital in Mount Clemens, Michigan.  John was born on March 25, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan to the Late Thomas Sr. and Clara Dickinson.  He went to Richmond Public Schools and graduated from Richmond High School in 1965.  He married Dolores Jean Westphal on February 26, 1966 in Richmond, Michigan.  He began working for General...

James Philip Smith 79, of St. Clair Shores, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. James was born on November 28, 1943, to the late Myron P. Smith and Ellavienne Smith. After high school James enlisted in the United States Navy. He served for 4 years as a Second-Class Petty Officer. James met the love of his life the late Carol Ann Smith. They were married for 57 years.  They have two sons Michael (Heather) and Jeffrey (Stephanie) Smith. Grandfather...

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Wayne Eugene Allen Sr., of Richmond, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023, at The Orchards of Armada Assisted Living Center. Wayne was born November 7, 1932. Loving son of the late Jack and Evelyn Stickney and devoted husband of the late Janet Allen; caring Father of Wayne (Kathy) Allen Jr. and Jack (Julia) Allen; cherished grandfather of Melisa (Shawn) Minier, Jennifer Allen, Benjamin (Lindsey) Allen, Caitlyn Allen, and Brian (Paige) Allen; great grandfather of Jaqueline, Teddy, Grace,...

Mary Louise Matusko, 83, of Columbus, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at The Orchards of Armada. Mary Lou was born May 1, 1940 to the late Russell and Stella Santoro. Mary Lou is survived by her husband, Raymond Matusko, children Raymond (Donna) Matusko and Maria Mayer, grandchildren, Dustin (Nikki) Matusko, Vicki (Collin) Winfrey, Kevin (Susan) Brown, Sean Matusko, Rachel (Chris) Donoher and Jennifer Lico, as well as 8 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Louise...

Kenneth Allen Geil of Richmond passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023, following an extended illness. He was 85 years old. Ken was born on September 10, 1937, to Theodore and Mildred Geil. He spent his early childhood years in Detroit until the family moved to Richmond in 1949. He graduated from Armada High School in 1955 and served his country in the U.S. Army from 1955-1957. He furthered his education at Macomb Community College and pursued a career in accounting, working at Cross...

Rosalie Beth Rowe, 92, a long time resident of Memphis, passed away at her home surrounded by family & friends on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Rosalie was born August 10, 1931 to the late Sylvester and Geneva Lawson. Beloved wife of the late Donald Rowe; adored mother of Dannie (Linda) Rowe, Ronda (Larry) Bradke, Ricky Rowe and Rodona (Jamie) Harper; cherished grandmother of Dalynn, Angie, Dannie II, Athena, Taneal, Raina, Larry Titus, Kimberly, J.C. Ro, Ashley and Joshua; great...

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

A memorial Service will be held at a later date.