Obituary Listing

Apr 8, 2025

Clayton "Clay" Earl Cobb, of Pontiac, passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he was the beloved son of the late Rex W. and Sylvia E. Cobb (née Sirvio).

After graduating high school during the Vietnam War era, Clay was drafted into the United States Army, where he proudly...

Apr 7, 2025

Wayne Thomas "Swamper" Helfrich, a beloved father, grandfather, Navy veteran, and lifelong Red Wings fan, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on April 6, 2025. Born on March 2, 1934, in Detroit, Michigan, to Wayne Turner Helfrich and Helen Marjorie Helfrich (née Coe), Wayne was known for his humble spirit, his dedication to his family, and his...

Apr 7, 2025

FINKBEINER, RICHARD L. of Waterford, passed away April 7, 2025 at 84 years of age. Loving husband of the late Sharleen and the late Rosalie Finkbeiner; dear father of Jeffery (Beth) Finkbeiner; grandfather of Zachary and Kevin; brother of Elaine (Elbert) Harrell; uncle to many nieces and nephews. Also survived by Sharleen's family: sons Bryan (Donna), Craig (Tonya), and...

Apr 5, 2025

John Warren Bryant, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend, who left this world too soon. John passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on September 22, 1965, in Detroit, Michigan, John was the beloved son of Claudia Bernice Bryant (nee Kendrick) and the late David Edward Bryant. He was...

Apr 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Courtney Elizabeth Bond, 43, of Clarkston, Michigan, on April 4, 2025. Born in Pontiac, Michigan, on March 17, 1982, to Mike Bond and Kim (Donahue) Bond, Courtney was a radiant light in the lives of everyone she met.

Known for her infectious smile, laugh, and boundless...

Apr 3, 2025

BELKOWSKI, BRIAN A. of Davisburg, passed away unexpectedly on April 3, 2025 at 49 years of age. Loving husband of Kathie for 17 years; adored father of Kinsley; cherished son of Walter and Carol Belkowski; brother of Kim (Tom) DiDio, Michelle (Mike) Caton, and step brother Dwayne Belkowski; also survived  by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and...

Mar 30, 2025

Nick Hughes, 34, of Hemlock, Michigan, passed away suddenly on March 30, 2025. He was born on June 9, 1990, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Tracy Henson and Robert Hughes, and spent most of his life in Waterford before settling in Hemlock.

Nick was an extraordinary bowler, known for his skill, competitive spirit, and love for the game....

Mar 29, 2025

Dianne (Martin) Bildstein, of Clarkston, Michigan, passed away on March 29, 2025, at the age of 76. Dianne was the beloved wife of William Bildstein for 34 years and the devoted mother of Robert (Tammy) and Michael. Dianne was cherished by her stepchildren Derek (Ashleigh), Corey (Megan), and Megan (Thomas). Surviving her are her 6 grandchildren who adored her;...

Mar 28, 2025

Konstantinos Spiros Demopoulos, known to all as Gus, of Waterford, Michigan. Gus passed away on March 28, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born on January 1, 1943, in the town of Nafpaktos, Greece, to his loving parents, Spiridon Konstantinos and Evanthia Demopoulos (née Alexopoulos). Gus grew up in the beautiful town of Patra, Greece, and in...

Mar 28, 2025

Cheryl Bernadette Sargent, passed away on March 28, 2025, in Rochester, Michigan, at 74 years of age. Cheryl was born on January 20, 1951, in Dowagiac, Michigan, to the late parents Dolph D. Wright and Shirley M. (Donald).

Cheryl is survived by her loving husband, Edwin Sargent Sr. whom she spent many years with; her children, Cristy...

Mar 28, 2025

Dorothy Jane Davidson, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, at the age of 83. Dorothy was born in Pontiac, MI, to the late Julius Scherbing and the late Bernice Scherbing (nee Newlon).

Dorothy lived a full and vibrant life in Waterford, MI, where she shared 44 wonderful years of marriage with her late husband, David Davidson....

Mar 27, 2025

Susann E. Furlong passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025. She was born on December 26, 1941, in Detroit. Susann graduated from Allen Park High School and spent many years working for GM as well as Penske. Following a stroke about 15 years ago, she continued to live a full and enjoyable life until the past couple of years...

Mar 22, 2025

Luther (Skip) Bernard Schultz Jr., of Clarkston, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born on August 1, 1942, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Luther Sr. and Fern (Agar) Schultz.

Luther graduated from Pontiac Northern High School and went on to work at General Motors, starting on the assembly line....

Mar 22, 2025

PARKS, RICHARD C. of Clarkston, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025 at 86 years of age. Loving husband of Sherry (née Connelly) for 64 years; dear father of Kim (Kenneth) White, Scott Parks, and David Parks; a second father to Elizabeth (Demetrios) Hloros; grandfather of Vanessa, Devon, Amber Steven, Amanda, Katie, Stephanie, Kevin, Alicia, Karena, Demetrios James and...

Mar 19, 2025

ASDELL, DONALD L. Jr. "DON" of Waterford, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025 at 68 years of age. Loving husband of Erin (née Shaughnessy) for 46 years; dear father of Don (Ashley) Asdell; grandfather of Alex, Eva, Elin, Emrie, and Eve; brother of Walter (Nancy) Asdell, Jack (Janet) Asdell, Donna Asdell, Candy (Randy) Dixon, Tom (Judi) Asdell, Kim...

Mar 19, 2025

WATKINS, WILLIAM T. "BILL" of Davisburg, passed away March 19, 2025 at 76 years of age. Loving husband of Christine (née Carter) for 42 years; dear father of Billy (Jessica) Watkins and Whitney (Jake) Kemerer; grandfather of Billy, Reagan, Cohen, Jude, and Crosby; brother of the late James (Jan) Watkins. Bill was born in Youngstown, Ohio to loving parents,...

Mar 18, 2025

BEVINS, CARL C. JR. of Waterford, surrounded by his family, passed away March 18, 2025 at 85 years of age. Loving husband of Ruth Bevins for 62 years; dear father of Debra (Keith) Patten and Carl D. Bevins; grandfather of Makenzie and Eli; brother of Richard Bevins; preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Mattie Bevins and 13...

Mar 18, 2025

Ellen Lee Kelley, age 79, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on March 18, 2025. She was born on April 22, 1945, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late William and Marjorie (Phillips) Seiber.

Ellen had a deep love for books and learning, filling her home with stories from every genre. She shared this passion with her students during...

Mar 16, 2025

HAASE, DONALD E. SR. surrounded by his loving family, passed away March 16, 2025 at 92 years of age. Loving husband of the late Mary Ann (nѐe Wolenter) for 68 years; dear father of Donald E. (Ingrid) Haase, Jr., Gregory A. (Sheryl) Haase, and Douglas K. (April) Haase; grandfather of Donnie III (Sherri), Melanie (Chris), Christina, Melinda (Jairus), Gregory...

Mar 15, 2025

Kevin Jesus Alvarez, of Pontiac, age 20, passed away unexpectedly. He was the middle of three boys born on December 12, 2004, to loving parents Jose Manuel Alvarez roque and Marta Perez Hernandez.

Kevin was an exceptional young man, full of life, talent, and potential. He graduated from Lake Orion High School in 2023, where he excelled...