Obituary Listing

Oct 12, 2025

Virla Lee Cleasby, 81 passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at home on Schoolhouse Lake surrounded by love. Virla was born on January 14, 1944, in Lake Orion, Michigan, to Clarence and Phyllis (Barclay) Landon.

Virla's devotion as a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend touched every part of her life. Her boundless...

Oct 10, 2025

Larry "Shorty" Howard, 82, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025. Born December 28, 1942, Larry was a proud Navy veteran, family man, and longtime General Motors employee. Known for his love and loyalty he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Larry was a lifelong sports fan-often enjoying games with friends. He loved starting his days...

Oct 9, 2025

McCOLEMAN, MARY M. (née Lehr) of Waterford, passed away October 9, 2025 at 74 years of age. Mary attended school in Murdo, South Dakota and graduated from Murdo High School in 1969. She attended South Dakota State University and graduated in 1973 with a BSN (RN). She worked as an ICU nurse for nearly 38 years and then worked...

Oct 8, 2025

KENNEDY, GILIAN E., of Royal Oak, passed away on October 8, 2025, at just 24 years old—a bright light gone far too soon, but one that left warmth, joy, and beauty wherever she went. Gilian was the beloved daughter of John and Julie (née Haener) Kennedy; cherished sister of Brooke Kennedy, John Kennedy, Jr., and Emily Giampa; and a...

Oct 7, 2025

Barbara A. Millsap (née Wojtylo) passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, at the age of 85. She was the beloved wife of the late Claude Millsap, Jr., and the devoted sister of John "Jack" Whittier.

Born in Detroit to John E. and Irene (née Turowski) Wojtylo, Barbara was a woman of grace, intellect, and remarkable talent....

Oct 6, 2025

With hearts overflowing with both love and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Xander Isaiah Evans. Born on February 23, 2025, Xander graced this world for a brief but beautiful seven months. In that short time, he brought immeasurable joy, light, and love to everyone who had the blessing of knowing him.

Xander's sweet spirit...

Oct 6, 2025

Jeanette Audrey Lewis, of Clarkston, passed away on October 6, 2025, at 89 years of age. She was born on March 9, 1936, in Hamtramck, Michigan, the proud daughter of Stephan and Mary Ann Wozniak (née Michalczyk), who immigrated from Poland.

Jeanette lost her father at a young age, and her mother lovingly raised her and her...

Oct 1, 2025

Joe Swain, of Waterford, Michigan, age 85, passed away peacefully on October 1st, 2025 with his loving family by his side. A man of deep integrity, unwavering devotion, and incredible work ethic, Joe's legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Joe was preceded in death by his loving wife, Edith, his parents...

Oct 1, 2025

Shelley Prudhomme (Greenhoe) of Waterford, passed away October 1, 2025 after a short battle with cancer at 90 years of age. Loving wife of the late Alen Prudhomme; cherished mother of Michael (Shauna) Prudhomme and the late Tony (Carla) Prudhomme; grandmother of Cameron, Chelsea and John; great grandmother of Paige and Brooklyn Scally. Preceded in death by siblings, Raymond...

Oct 1, 2025

JEWELL, JUDTIH E. (née Tanner) of Waterford, passed away surrounded by her loving children on October 1, 2025 at 87 years of age. Loving wife of the late Larry Jewell for 51 years; beloved mother of Michael Jewell, the late Kathleen (Brian) Pement, Kenneth (Laura) Jewell, Debra (David) Mann, Diana Sherrod, and James (Debbie) Jewell; grandmother, "GG" of Shelby,...

Sep 30, 2025

Mary Ellen (Short) Wright, age 65, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on September 30, 2025, at the University of Michigan Hospital.

Mary was born in Pontiac on November 9, 1959, the daughter of Howard Jennings and Louise Mary (Shenberger) Short. She grew up in the Pontiac area and graduated from Pontiac Central High School, Class of...

Sep 29, 2025

Ernestine B. Kline, age 97, passed away on September 29, 2025. She was born on May 4, 1928, in Roscommon, Michigan, to Burton Leroy and Louise (Kreuzer) Williams.

Ernestine graduated from Roscommon High School in 1945. She later met the love of her life, Frank, with whom she shared over 60 years of marriage until his passing...

Sep 25, 2025

William "Bill" Franklin McCullough, age 92, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on September 25, 2025.

Born on May 27, 1933, in Flint, Michigan, Bill proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean war and served overseas. He built a lifelong career in the printing industry, working with dedication and integrity for over 50...

Sep 24, 2025

Our beloved son, Lawrence E. Dixon Jr., passed away on September 24, 2025. Though his time with us was far too short, he filled our hearts with immeasurable love, joy, and hope.

Lawrence was deeply loved and adored by his parents, grandparents, and the entire Dixon family. From the very beginning, he was an angel—both in spirit...

Sep 23, 2025

Marguerite Elizabeth Day, age 96, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025. Born in West Columbia, South Carolina, on September 15, 1929, she spent her early years on her grandparents' farm, where she gained a lifelong appreciation for discipline, resilience, and family. A gifted student, she graduated as the valedictorian of her high school class, an early testament to...

Sep 20, 2025

Lynn Hyde of Clarkston, Michigan went home to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ on September 20, 2025 at the age of 97. Lynn graduated from Clarkston High School in 1945, Michigan State University in 1949 and then taught at Clarkston High School for 30 years.  She was the mother of Alan Hyde (Carol), Nancy Hamlin (Tom Behrens) and...

Sep 20, 2025

SHAW, MARILYN S. (née Gary) of Waterford, passed away surrounded by her loving family on September 20, 2025 at 85 years of age. Loving wife of the late Edward Shaw; cherished mother of Vicky (the late Rod) Skelton, Margaret Shaw, Todd Sekles, Angela (Stefanie) Sekles, and Shelly Booth; grandmother of Dathon (Buffy), Sarah (Mike), James (Michelle), Laura (Kyle), Chelsea,...

Sep 17, 2025

Thomas Joseph Shedlowsky, lovingly known as TJ, passed away on September 17, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born on August 16, 1938, in Pontiac, Michigan, to loving parents Joseph Harold and Tommie Lee Shedlowsky (nee Vickory). TJ graduated from Clarkston High School in 1956 and went on to enjoy a long and accomplished career with General...

Sep 17, 2025

HRYNYK, BARBARA J. (née Piet) of Waterford, passed away September 17, 2025 at 86 years of age. Loving wife of the late Robert Hrynyk for almost 60 years; cherished mother of Michael Hrynyk and Christine (Kurt) Mathes; very loved grandmother of Alexa and Daniel Mathes, and Michael Muccino.  Sister of the late David Piet.

Barb was born...

Sep 13, 2025

BORN:  December 13, 1927, in Baden, PA

DIED:  September 13, 2025, in Waterford, MI at 97 years of age. Audrey was born to Vena Boring on December 13, 1927.  Audrey was Vena's only child.  Since Vena was only 15 years old, she was sent away to work and baby Audrey went to live with her grandmother, Ogella. ...