Obituaries

Donna  Marie Jesse

Donna Marie Jesse

Jun 7, 2020

Donna Marie Jesse, 86, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at Leisure Manor Sunday, June 7, 2020. Donna was born March 21, 1934 to the late Charles and Leona Suess. Beloved wife of the late Donald Jesse. Donna is survived by her children, Marie (Tom) Baker, Debbie (Marty) Stoecklin, Don (Cathy) Jesse, Shirley (Dwayne) Sopha and Scott (Katie) Jesse, 11 grandchildren,...

Michael  Patrick Gainor

Michael Patrick Gainor

Jun 6, 2020

Michael Patrick Gainor, 65, of Grand Rapids, passed away at Spectrum Hospital Saturday, June 6, 2020. Mike was born October 17, 1954 to the late Robert and Janet Gainor. Beloved husband of Rita Gainor; cherished father of David (Dawn) Gainor, Carey (Jesse) Riemersma and Mark (Lindsay) Gainor; special grandfather of Shayla, Mason, Charlotte, Kelsey, Victoria and Charles. Also, survived by...

Jeffrey  George Novak

Jeffrey George Novak

May 24, 2020

Jeffrey Novak, 61, of Richmond, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Sunday, May 24, 2020 after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer just two weeks prior to his passing. Jeff was born January 22, 1959 to the late John and Nancy Novak. Jeff is survived by his children, Jillian (Anthony) Harmer and Jeffrey (Alyssa Varcally) Novak Jr., and brothers,...

John  Roger Mcvannel

John Roger Mcvannel

May 15, 2020

John McVannel Jr. age 58 passed away May 15, 2020 at Henry Ford Hospital. John was born in Ishpeming, MI on July 17 1961 to the late Darlene McVannel (Grondin) and John McVannel. After graduating from Westwood HS in 1979 John then joined the US Air Force and served until 1984. He continued his service as a Fire Chief and...

Randy  Joseph Nichter

Randy Joseph Nichter

May 11, 2020

Randy Joseph Nichter, 57, of Richmond, went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, May 11th, 2020. Randy was born to Thomas and Betty Nichter March 18, 1963. Loving husband of Lisa Nichter; Beloved father of Katherine (Jacob) Kramer, Hannah Nichter, Emily Nichter, and Zachary Nichter; Cherished grandpa of Blake Kramer. Randy was the type of person who could...

Elaine  Adair Shepherd

Elaine Adair Shepherd

May 7, 2020

Elaine Adair Shepherd, 89, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2020 at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Elaine was born January 1, 1931 to the late William and Lillian Cone. Elaine is survived by her children, James (Pam), Jerry (Janet) and Jack (Jody) Smith, step son, Samuel (Joyce) Shepherd, 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and her sisters, Alice LaFore and Connie...

Maurice  Allen Hanchin

Maurice Allen Hanchin

May 6, 2020

After the army he was studying to become a mortician. Only after a short time he changed gears and decided to do Automotive Body Repair for Elder Ford. He worked for Elder Ford for 18 years. Reese was one of those people whom no matter the darkest of times could always find light within that darkness. He was a special...

Richard  Jeffrey Platz

Richard Jeffrey Platz

Apr 18, 2020

Richard Jeffrey Platz, 73, of Richmond, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2020. Richard was born October 25, 1946 to the late Rudolph and Evelyn Platz. Loving husband of Barbara (Vargo) Platz; caring father of Jeffrey (Donna) Platz, Christopher Platz, Paulette (Rickey) Watson and Jonathan (Amy) Platz; special grandfather of Logan, Daiton, Ivey, Allisa, Allison, Mason, Austin and Evan; great grandfather...

Carol  Ann Smith

Carol Ann Smith

Apr 17, 2020

Carol Ann Smith, 77, of St. Clair Shores, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family Friday, April 17, 2020. Carol was born April 9, 1943 to the late Lawrence and Mae Ottenbacher. Beloved wife of James Smith, he lost his sweetheart; cherished mother of Michael (Heather) and Jeffrey (Stephanie) Smith; caring grandmother of Kyle (Chrissy), Ashley (Richard), Cody (EJ),...

Bernice  Ann Shafer

Bernice Ann Shafer

Apr 14, 2020

Bernice Ann Shafer, 85, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Bernice was born June 2, 1934 to the late Andrew and Mary Baszczuk. Loving wife of Miles Shafer; caring mother of Mary (John) Bowling, Miles E. Shafer, Nancy (Rick) Heinzmann, Sally (Robert) Galloway, Mark (Lori) Shafer, Julie (Aaron) Swartz and Michael (Jenifer) Shafer; cherished grandmother of Emily (Dennis), Allison, Andrew,...

David  Andrew Edwards

David Andrew Edwards

Apr 14, 2020

David A. Edwards, born April 15, 1974, of Harrison Township, passed away unexpectedly, April 14, 2020, at his home. Son of James Edwards and the late Diane Edwards (Covert), step-mother Brenda Edwards. Survived by his brother Brian (Kelly) Edwards and their three children. Also survived by his girlfriend, Jackie S., and best friend Max M., many aunts, uncles and cousins....

Gary  Robert Ritter

Gary Robert Ritter

Apr 12, 2020

Gary Robert Ritter, 79, of Casco, passed away at Medilodge of Richmond Sunday, April 12, 2020. Gary was born September 17, 1940 to the late Norman and Louise Ritter. Beloved husband of Dianne Ritter; cherished father of Gary Ritter Jr., Tammy Ritter-Pyles, Craig and Mike Ritter; special grandfather of Heather Otlowski, Brittany, Emma, Meghan, Brooke and Travis Ritter and Samantha...

David  Robert Turgeon

David Robert Turgeon

Apr 8, 2020

A private Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 13, 2020 at the Rewalt-Peshek Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be live streamed on David's obituary page at Rewaltpeshekfuneralhome.com ORDER OF SERVICE Invocation In the name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Remembrance of Baptism To those who are...

Allen  David Thomas

Allen David Thomas

Apr 8, 2020

Allen David Thomas, 87, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Allen was born September 24, 1932 to the late Henry and Genevieve Thomas. Loving husband of Helen Rosemary Thomas; caring father of Michael (Cynthia), David and Patrick (Colleen) Thomas; special grandfather of Christopher, Shannon (Tyler) LaFountain, Robert (Jenny), Jessica (Brad) Bertlan,...

Erik  Joseph Sebastian

Erik Joseph Sebastian

Apr 5, 2020

Cremation has taken place

Grace  Marie Shore

Grace Marie Shore

Mar 21, 2020

Grace M. Shore, 71, of Macomb, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2020. Beloved mother of Kelley Lovati, Brian (Kristen) Black and Danielle (Kevin) Baxter. Proud grandmother of Joseph Lovati, Jr, Gianna Lovati, Christopher Black and Stephanie Black. Grace was known for her contributions to Macomb County, for mentoring and inspiring other leaders, her joy for life, and her perseverance through...

Clarence  George Hebel

Clarence George Hebel

Mar 15, 2020

Clarence "Chick" George Hebel, 97, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020 at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Clarence was born December 28, 1922 to the late Herman and Amanda Hebel. Beloved husband of the late M. Kathleen Hebel; caring father of Lynette Rupersburg, Timothy (Tonya), Daniel (Sheri), John (Kimberly) and Scott Hebel; cherished grandfather of Cynthia and David(Devon) Rupersburg, Melora...

Phyllis  Kathleen Winter

Phyllis Kathleen Winter

Feb 27, 2020

Phyllis Kathleen Winter, 91, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Phyllis was born August 29, 1928 to the late Herbert and Grace Hengehold. Companion of Ed Verhelle for 45 years. Loving mother of Beverly (Richard) Hollick-Roberts, Joyce Roberts, Elizabeth (Kenneth) Ren, Kathleen (James) Corwin, Charlotte Winter and Ginger (Michael Micks) Winter; cherished grandmother...

John  Henry Maxwell

John Henry Maxwell

Feb 19, 2020

John Henry Maxwell, 76, of Richmond, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home, Wednesday, February 19, 2020. Beloved husband of Marilyn Maxwell; cherished father of John (Sally) Maxwell and Michelle Peretto; special grandfather of Patrick, Eric, Anna and Abigail. Also, survived by his goddaughter and niece Christienne. John loved being with his family and his family always came first. He was...

Patricia Devolder

Patricia Devolder

Feb 8, 2020

Patricia DeVolder, 84, of Richmond Twp., passed away peacefully at home Saturday, February 8, 2020. Patricia was born April 22, 1935 to the late Joseph and Sophie Macay. Beloved wife of Oscar "John" DeVolder; caring mother of Victor "Mike" DeVolder, John (Pamnella) DeVolder and Ryan DeVolder; special grandmother of 7, great grandmother of 2. Preceded in death by her daughter...