Obituary Listing

Apr 16, 2025

Jean Ann Wright (Stoughton) Watson, age 81, of Waterford, passed away on April 16, 2025, at 2:25pm with her husband and daughter by her side. Jean was born on March 6, 1944, in Detroit, Michigan, to Raymond Leroy Wright and Isabella Jane Karbal (née Stange). She graduated from Chadsey High School in Detroit and went on to earn an...

Apr 16, 2025

Jerry D. Gaines, of Clarkston, Michigan, formerly of Hoxeyville, Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, at home, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on June 18, 1943, in Pontiac, Michigan, Jerry lived a full life rooted in simplicity, honesty, and deep affection for the great outdoors.

Known to many as a straight shooter...

Apr 15, 2025

My sister, Rachel Renee Wooten passed away far too soon on April 15, 2025, at the age of 23. She was born on June 27, 2001, a little over a year after our brother Jordan, and she and I (Heather) were Irish twins. We were blessed to all stay together after being born in Indiana and navigate the foster...

Apr 15, 2025

Betty Jo (Frisch) Crabtree, beloved wife (widow), mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, in Lake Park, MN, at the age of 77. Born on January 30, 1948, in Goodrich, Michigan, Betty was the cherished daughter of Stella Bitha Liley and Edward Louis Frisch. Betty's life took a meaningful turn when she met Lawrence (Larry),...

Apr 15, 2025

HERR, I. GAIL (neé Collins) of Waterford, passed away April 15, 2025 at 73 years of age. Loving wife of the late Joseph Herr, Sr. for 41 years; cherished mother of Dawn (Joseph) Orefice, Christina (Raymond) Jenkins; grandmother of Emily, Jason II, Alex, Aaron, Elizabeth, Issac, Alexus, and Alana; great grandmother of 8; preceded in death by her parents...

Apr 12, 2025

Jane Ann Bauer

March 21, 1933 – April 12, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jane Ann Bauer, who passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025, at the age of 92, at Lourdes Nursing Home. Jane was born on March 21, 1933, in Logansport, Indiana, to Verna and Delbert Hill. She was preceded in...

Apr 8, 2025

MEINHART, PATTY R. of Ortonville, formerly of Pontiac, passed away April 8, 2025 at 82 years of age. Loving wife of the late Jack Meinhart; dear mother of Jackqulin (Art) Varady, Lanta (Michael) Garris, the late Regina Matouq, Timothy (Susan) Meinhart, and Terry (Allen) Wood; grandmother of Kelly (Mike), Timothy (Alisha), Christopher, Nicholas, Matthew (Sabrina), Ryan (Margaux), and Emily...

Apr 8, 2025

Madeleine Ann Fritschka, age 96, passed away peacefully April 8, 2025. She was born in the town of Somber, Yugoslavia, to the late John and Helen Felkl. Madeleine lived in Yugoslavia with her parents and brother until 1954, when they made the life-changing decision to immigrate to the United States. It was in Detroit where Madeleine met the love...

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...