Obituaries

Eugene  Charles Brown

Eugene Charles Brown

Jan 13, 2018

Eugene (Gene) Charles Brown, 72, formerly of Richmond, passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, January 13, 2018. Gene was born in Richmond on December 8, 1945 to Harvey and Delores Brown. Gene was an avid basketball player and excelled at sports at Richmond High School. He was a veteran of the US Army and served his country in...

Paul  Edward Mcconnell

Paul Edward Mcconnell

Jan 8, 2018

Paul Edward McConnell, 89, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 8, 2018. Paul was born and raised in Warren, Michigan the son of Paul and Margaret (Doerr) McConnell. In his early years, Paul would help on the family's gladiolus farm, Warren Gladiolus Farm. He joined the U.S. Army in 1951 serving time in Germany and earning an Army of...

Evelyn  Mae Gabriel

Evelyn Mae Gabriel

Dec 31, 2017

Evelyn Mae Gabriel, 84, of New Baltimore, was granted her angel wings on Sunday, December 31, 2017. She spent her final days at home surrounded by her loving family. Evelyn was born to the late George and Amelia Price on March 2, 1933. She was married to her husband, the late John Gabriel, on September 26, 1959. Caring mother of...

Michael  Edward Quinn

Michael Edward Quinn

Dec 27, 2017

Michael Edward Quinn Sr., 74, of Casco, passed away at McLaren Macomb Hospital Wednesday, December 27, 2017. Mike was born to James and Adeline Quinn March 25, 1943. Beloved husband of the late Annie Quinn; caring father of Kim (Brian) Doyle, Michelle (Bill) Tack and Mike (Angie) Quinn Jr.; special grandfather of Eric (Kara) Doyle, Colleen (Jim) Pickens, Julia (Dallas)...

Thomas  Leonard Vanhevel

Thomas Leonard Vanhevel

Dec 27, 2017

Thomas Leonard VanHevel, 82, of Lenox, passed away at Lake Wales Medical Center (Florida), Wednesday, December 27, 2017. He is preceded in death by beloved wife of 62 years, Mary Jane VanHevel and grandson, Andrew Thomas VanHevel; Caring father of Thomas (Sue) VanHevel, Michael (Norma) VanHevel, Anne (Jeff) Bond and Patricia VanHevel; Loving grandfather of Eric (Amy), Darren (Jodi), Brian...

Henry  Ford (Hank)  Clark

Henry Ford (Hank) Clark

Dec 21, 2017

Henry (Hank) Ford Clark, 88, of Richmond, passed away at Medilodge of Richmond Thursday, December 21, 2017. Henry was born to Henry and Josephine Clark on September 16, 1929. Beloved husband of Henrietta Clark for 64 years; devoted father of Debbie (Ron) Wahl and Sherie (Steve) Czenkus; special grandfather of Christopher, Matthew, Nickie, Lexie and Kallie; great grandfather of Conner...

Anna  Helen Hill

Anna Helen Hill

Dec 20, 2017

Anna "Helen" Hill, 98, of Richmond, passed away at Medilodge of Richmond Wednesday, December 20, 2017. Anna was born in Colchester North, Ontario, Canada to the late Joseph Lester and Alice Boultinghouse on February 5, 1919. Beloved wife of the late Thomas "Fred" Hill; Caring mother of William (Elaine) Hill, Beverly (Anthony) Manchik, Betty Jean "BJ" Hill and Brenda Lee...

Edith  Ann Shirk

Edith Ann Shirk

Dec 13, 2017

Edith Ann Shirk, 85, of Chesterfield, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 with her family by her side. Edith was born to Carl and Dorothy Getz on February 9, 1932. Beloved wife of Richard Shirk; Caring mother of Deborah Sexton and Dennis (Cynthia) Shirk; Special grandmother of Michael Jr., Dawn (Lee-J), Chadwick (Chelsea) and Chelsey;...

Conrad  Robert (Bicycle Bob)  Nowort

Conrad Robert (Bicycle Bob) Nowort

Dec 7, 2017

Conrad (Bicycle Bob) Robert Nowort, 87, passed away at River Bend Assisted Living Thursday, December 7, 2017. Conrad was a lifetime resident of the Richmond area. He grew up on the Ottenbacher farm on Church Rd with Michael and Anna Ottenbacher and their children. He then later lived with Clara and Karin Carlson on Bartell Rd. Bob made his rounds...

Alice  Marie Dobrynski

Alice Marie Dobrynski

Nov 25, 2017

Alice Marie Dobrynski, 58, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 24, 2017. Alice was born to Gordon and Julianna Messing August 26, 1959. She is survived by her loving husband Gary Dobrynski, siblings Barbara (Rick) Koenig, Randy (Jill) Messing, Donna Joseph, Kathryn (Neil) Bitzer, David Messing, Laura (Mike) Scott, and Sarah Messing. Many nieces and nephews, Patrick (Nicole) Koenig, Jessica Koenig,...

Ann  Katherine Burns

Ann Katherine Burns

Nov 21, 2017

Ann Katherine Burns, 77, passed away at Medilodge of Richmond Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Ann was born to the late Frank and Eleanor Rabideau on December 19, 1939. Loving mother of Mechelle (Brian) Williams; Caring grandmother of Jacob, Hannah and Abigail. Also survived by Brian's children Brian, Megan, Miranda and sister-in-law Barbara Rabideau. Proceded in death by her daughter Dawn...

Helen  Henrietta Schafka

Helen Henrietta Schafka

Nov 20, 2017

Helen Schafka was born September 4, 1921 and died peacefully at home with loved ones on November 20, 2017. Devoted wife to Raymond Schafka, loving mother to son‘s Mike, wife Barb, and Mark, wife Valerie. She was proud of her six grandchildren Michael, Nick, Matthew, Christine, Michelle, Steve, and seven great-grandchildren. For many years, Helen was a volunteer in the...

Joseph  S. Lafata

Joseph S. Lafata

Nov 19, 2017

Joseph S. Lafata, 70, of St. Clair Shores passed away Sunday, November 19, 2017. Joe was born in Detroit to the late Russell and Angeline (Copozzo) Lafata on September 20, 1947. Beloved husband of Mary Edna (Glover) Lafata; Caring father of Eric (Sarah) Lafata; special grandfather of Lucas and Adrianna Lafata. Also, survived by his brother Tony (Peggy) Lafata, In-Laws...

Joanne  Marie Hamilton

Joanne Marie Hamilton

Nov 18, 2017

Joanne Marie Hamilton, 76, of Casco passed away Saturday, November 18, 2017. Joanne was born to the late Henry and Mary Brys on February 1, 1941. Beloved wife of Ward Hamilton; Caring mother of Michael (Sharon) Turzak, Christopher Turzak and Elizabeth (Thomas) Jones; Special grandmother of Joshua, Addison, Melissa, Samantha, Anthony and Adam. Also, survived by her sister Marilyn Barry,...

Janet  Mae Kaufman

Janet Mae Kaufman

Nov 15, 2017

Janet Mae Kaufman, 76, of Casco, passed away at home with family by her side Wednesday, November 15, 2017. Janet was born to the late Russell and Mae Hartway August, 5, 1941. Loving mother of Lislee (Kenny) Burns, Jamie (Tim) McConnell and Benjamin (Brooke) Kaufman; Father of her children Bernie Kaufman; Caring grandmother of Madison, Madison, Morgan and Chloe. Also,...

Thaddeus  Benjamin Tszinski

Thaddeus Benjamin Tszinski

Nov 2, 2017

Thaddeus Benjamin Tszinski, 77, of Lenox, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side Thursday, November 2, 2017. Thaddeus was born to Ben and Victoria Tszinski August 15, 1940. Beloved husband of Barbara Tsziniski; Father of Timothy (Julie) Tszinski, Laura (Tom) Remeselnik and Gregory Tszinski; Grandfather of Alyssa (Adam Evola), Jacob, Danielle, Mckenzie and Shelby. Also,...

Patrick  Daniel Fryer

Patrick Daniel Fryer

Nov 1, 2017

Patrick Daniel Fryer passed away on November 1st, 2017 in his home in Lake George, MI. Born to Jack and Elsie (Daniels) Fryer on March 14th, 1955 in Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Pat grew up in Richmond, MI and traveled to many places including Arizona and the Virgin Islands for work before settling down in East China, MI and having...

Donna  Jeanne Bartell

Donna Jeanne Bartell

Oct 24, 2017

Donna Jeanne Bartell, 81, passed away October 24, 2017. She was born on August 7, 1936 in Richmond to the late James and Jean Hollis. Donna married Francis (Frank) Bartell on March 19, 1955 in Columbus, Michigan. Donna was devoted to her family, cooking meals and hosting gatherings at their home. She had a passion for crafting, sewing, knitting and...

Robert  Mark Fillhart

Robert Mark Fillhart

Oct 21, 2017

Robert Mark Fillhart, 66, of Columbus, passed away peacefully at his home Saturday, October 21, 2017, with his wife and good friend at his side. Born to Mark and Helen Fillhart August 26, 1951. Beloved husband of Lynn Fillhart; Caring father of Jennifer (Joe) DaSilva and Alyssa (Josh Fair) Fillhart; Grandfather of Ava, Owen, Parker, Annabelle and Jaxson. Also, survived...

Ann  Betty Harmon

Ann Betty Harmon

Oct 20, 2017

Ann Betty Harmon, 82, passed away at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital Friday, October 20, 2017. Ann was born to Michael and Catherine Victor on October 29, 1934. Loving wife of the late William Harmon; Caring mother of Mary Ann Harmon, William (Shelly) Harmon, David Harmon, Diane (Sean) Dare and Michelle Harmon; Special grandmother of Michael, Christine, Brian, Sean and Marie;...