James Wilbur Murphy
Oct 28, 2026
MURPHY, JAMES W. of Pontiac, passed away on October 28, 2026, at 84 years of age. Loving husband of the late Kathleen, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage; dear father of James (Kimberly) Murphy, Cheryl (Rafael) Gonzale-Murphy, Janice (Jim) Hall, Chris Murphy, and Kathy Jo Murphy; proud grandfather of 11, great-grandfather of 20, and great-great-grandfather of 6. Preceded...
Rhona Lavon Hart
Oct 26, 2026
HART, RHONA L. of Waterford, passed away on October 26, 2026, at 85 years of age. Devoted wife of the late Gary L. Hart, with whom she shared more than 50 years of marriage; loving mother of Stephanie Lesner and the late Laura A. Hart; proud grandmother of Noah Lesner and Abigayle (Joe) Okayie; and soon-to-be great-grandmother. Dear sister of...
Patricia Ann Shampine
Oct 26, 2026
Patricia Ann Shampine, affectionately known as Pat, Patty, Aunt Patty, Mom, and Nana, passed away on October 26, 2026 peacefully at home at the age of 79 surrounded by the love of family.
Born on August 28, 1947, in Clifford, Michigan, Patricia was the daughter of George Paul McSkulin and Betty Jane Antis McSkulin. She grew up in Pontiac, Michigan, graduating...
Lolly O. Dye
Oct 23, 2026
Lolly O. Dye, of Pontiac, passed away on October 23, 2026, at the age of 78. Born Oralia Ramirez in Corpus Christi, Texas, to her loving parents, Monico and Cleo Ramirez, Lolly later moved with her family to Michigan, where she attended Eastern Junior High School in Pontiac.
It was in Michigan that Lolly met the love of her life, William...
Donald Norbert Senkmajer
Oct 22, 2026
SENKMAJER, DONALD N., of Algonac, passed away on October 22, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on July 17, 1940, in Racine, Wisconsin, Don was the beloved son of Louis and Clara (Miller) Senkmajer.
Dear father of Denise (Brian) Palmer and Joseph (Deborah) Senkmajer; proud grandfather of Brian (Rachel), Nicole (Ross), Matthew (Kadie), Alexa (Christian), and Joseph; great-grandfather of Viviana,...
Donald Eugene Ihrke
Oct 21, 2026
Donald E. Ihrke Jr., of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on October 21, 2026, at the age of 59. He was born on February 6, 1967, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Donald Sr. and Sharon Ihrke. Donald grew up in Pontiac and graduated from Pontiac Central High School in 1986.
Donald met the love of his life, Tammy Mick, through mutual friends, beginning...
Brenda Jean Burt
Oct 17, 2026
Brenda Jean Burt, of Hartland, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at the age of 70. Brenda was born in Middletown, Ohio, to Marshall and Mary Tester (nee Brewer). She had a fun, wild, and unforgettable spirit, along with a personality that could light up any room. Brenda lived life on her own terms and had a way of...
Brian Jack Taylor
Oct 15, 2026
Brian Jack Taylor, age 66, passed away on October 15, 2026. He was born on March 3, 1960, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late Donald Taylor and the late Miriam Taylor. Raised in Waterford, Brian shared his early years with his brother, Scott (Kathy) Taylor, and went on to build a life centered around his love of the arts, lifelong...
Hayden John George Huggins
Oct 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Hayden John George Huggins
October 21, 1978 – October 12, 2026
Hayden John George Huggins, age 47, passed away on October 12, 2026, just days before his 48th birthday. Born on October 21, 1978, Hayden grew up in Ortonville, Michigan, where he made cherished memories and formed lifelong connections. Immediately after graduation, he served four years in the...
Wyatt Anthony Immell
Oct 11, 2026
Wyatt Anthony Immell, 23, passed away on October 11, 2026, leaving behind a world that is a little quieter, a little less bright, and forever changed by his absence. Wyatt was the kind of person who brought a smile wherever he went, a genuine soul with a big heart, a playful spirit, and a love for life that was contagious....
Vicki Marie Hogan
Oct 5, 2026
Vicki Marie Hogan, of Clarkston, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026, at the age of 74. She was born on June 10, 1952, to the late Leonard and Helen Gartner (née Listermann). After graduating from Our Lady of Angels High School, Marie continued her education, attending college in both Cincinnati and Tallahassee. Throughout her life, Marie was a woman...
Joan Christine Kostecki
Oct 3, 2026
KOSTECKI, JOAN C. of Waterford, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 3, 2026, at 83 years of age. Loving wife of Anthony “Tony” Kostecki for 64 wonderful years; cherished mother of John Kostecki (the late Patty), Jim (Juanita) Kostecki, and Andrew Kostecki (Paulette); proud grandmother of Toni, Polo, Paulina, Noah, Claire, Jordan, and Robert. She was preceded...
Christine E. Vanderelzen
Oct 2, 2026
Christine “Tina” VanderElzen
Christine “Tina” VanderElzen was a loving wife, mother, Nana, and cherished friend whose warmth made everyone around her feel welcome.
Tina was the beloved wife of Robertus “Rob” VanderElzen. She was a devoted mother to Sean VanderElzen (Christina), Michael VanderElzen (Todd Bronkema), Jessica VanderElzen, and Emmie Kennedy (James). Her greatest joy was being Nana to Julia, Ethan, Lauren, Drew,...
Jacqueline C Moses
Oct 2, 2026
MOSES, JACQUELINE “JACKIE” (née Carroll) of Waterford, passed away on October 2, 2026, at 98 years of age. Loving wife of the late Leonard L. Moses for 61 years; cherished mother of Randy (Linda) Moses, Susan (Ronald) Dunlap, Garry (Kim) Moses, and Carolyn (William) Gross; proud grandmother of 18 and great-grandmother of 35. She was preceded in death by her...
Darlene Kay Fields
Sep 30, 2026
Darlene Kay Fields, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on September 30, 2026, at 73 years of age. Darlene was born on February 22, 1953, in Pontiac, Michigan, the daughter of Clifford and Edna Martinson (née McNaughton).
Darlene met the love of her life, Dell Fields, and the two were married on May 22, 1981. Together, they built a beautiful life centered...
Gerald F. Frechette
Sep 30, 2026
Gerald F. Frechette
January 13, 1948 – September 30, 2026
Jerry was born on January 13, 1948, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. He was the beloved adopted son of Arthur and Justyna (Schwartz) Frechette. He attended Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic High School and, following graduation, proudly enlisted in the United States Army. Jerry faithfully served his country during the Vietnam War,...
Darlene Kay Fields
Sep 30, 2026
Darlene Kay Fields, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on September 30, 2026, at 73 years of age. Darlene was born on February 22, 1953, in Pontiac, Michigan, the daughter of Clifford and Edna Martinson (née McNaughton).
Darlene met the love of her life, Dell Fields, and the two were married on May 22, 1981. Together, they built a beautiful life centered...
David R. Kitchen
Sep 26, 2026
David R. Kitchen, age 90, of Waterford, passed peacefully on Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was the beloved son of the late Ralph and Ruth (nee Smith) Kitchen.
David was the loving father of Jerry Kitchen and the late Mark Kitchen. He is survived by his former wife, Dorothy Hooper. He was a proud grandfather of Jeffrey (Adriana) Kitchen, Tyler Kitchen,...
Sharon Lynn Wilson
Sep 26, 2026
Sharon Lynn Wilson
December 15, 1958 – September 26, 2026
Sharon Lynn Wilson (née Davis), age 67, of West Bloomfield, Michigan, passed away on the morning of September 26, 2026.
Sharon was born on December 15, 1958, at Pontiac General Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan, to Robert Niel Davis and Frances (Curry) Davis. As a young woman, she gained a stepfather in Rolland Thayer...
Brenda Elaine Love
Sep 20, 2026
Brenda Elaine Love, beloved wife, devoted sister, dedicated teacher, world traveler, and cherished friend, passed away on September 20, 2026, at the age of 60.
Brenda was raised by her loving mother, Margaret, along side Mark (Peggy) and her sister, the late Karen Doemer. Some of Brenda’s happiest childhood memories were made during family trips to the lake house on Lake...
