Obituary Listing

Apr 4, 2026

WEBER, JOHN C. of Waterford, with the heaviest and saddest of hearts we announce the sudden passing our dad on April 4, 2026. He was 80 years old. A man to honor, a man whose kindness seemed to have no limits, our dad was the kind of person who didn't just care about his family — he cared about...

Apr 3, 2026

SMITH, BRYAN A., of Waterford, passed away unexpectedly in Chicago on April 3, 2026, at 69 years of age.

Bryan was the loving partner, companion, and best friend of Barbara Allen for 14 years; devoted father of Jason (Kelly) Smith and Justin (Christine) Smith; and proud grandfather of Logan (Kaylee), Hannah, Layla, Jakob, and great-grandfather of Dyna....

Apr 3, 2026

WINER, MYRNA J. (née Lobb), of Orion, formerly of White Lake, surrounded by her loving family, went to be with her heavenly Father on April 3, 2026, at 90 years of age.

Myrna was the loving and cherished mother of Patty Deaton and Sherri (Darran) Powell, and was preceded in death by her daughters, Penny Winer and...

Apr 2, 2026

JONES, TOMMY F. "TOM", of Waterford, passed away on April 2, 2026, at 82 years of age.

Tom was the loving husband, companion, and soulmate of the late Della (née Hall) Jones for 56 years. He was the beloved father of Tina (Willie) Conner and Thomas Watson, and was preceded in death by his daughters, Robin Pincombe...

Apr 1, 2026

Michael "Mick" Morrow, 86, passed away on April 1, 2026. A proud United States Marine, devoted family man, and trusted mortgage broker, Mick lived a life defined by honor, integrity, and no small amount of laughter.

He was a passionate golfer who loved the game until the end, and a businessman known for genuinely caring about the...

Mar 31, 2026

Joy Mary Powers, age 98, of Clarkston, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026, shortly after celebrating her birthday surrounded by family.

Born on March 28, 1928, in Detroit, Joy was the cherished daughter of the late Barney Paul McKevitz and the late Catherine Betty McKevitz (née Wilson), and the cherished sister of the late Sandra...

Mar 30, 2026

William Michael Nicholas passed peacefully in his sleep on March 30, 2026, after a gradual journey with dementia. In his final rest, he was reunited with the love of his life, Marge, who preceded him in death in November 2024, a reunion surely marked by the same joy and dancing that defined their life together.

Bill was...

Mar 29, 2026

Patricia "Patti" Maureen Cavin, age 66, of Waterford, passed away on March 29, 2026. She was born on June 29, 1959, in Battle Creek, to Burton Glenn Bond and Mary Jane Bond (née Davis).

Patti was a woman whose life was centered around love, especially for her family and the simple joys that brought her happiness. She...

Mar 26, 2026

GOSS, JOHN C., of Waterford, passed away on March 26, 2026, at 77 years of age.

John was the loving husband of Donna (née Gillette) Goss for 50 years; beloved father of Sarah (Cruz) Deleon and Daniel Goss; and proud grandfather of Johnathan, Jaime, Benjamin, Tabatha, and Bethany, and great-grandfather of Cooper. He was the dear brother...

Mar 24, 2026

Dara LeAnn Michael, known to those who loved her best as "Dara Bear," "Mommeo," "Mama," and "Banny" to her grandkids passed away on March 24, 2026, in Clarkston, Michigan. She was 62 years old.  She was a woman who lived loudly, loved fiercely, and never met a room she couldn't light up with her laughter.

Born on...

Mar 20, 2026

KOOP, LARRY G. of Pontiac, passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2026 at 69 years of age.

Beloved husband of Karen (née Carlton) Koop for 8 years, a love at first sight with a "star" rating. Loving father of Lena, Annie, Brian (Nicole), and Charlie. Proud and cherished grandpa of Tara, Brian, Benny, Lola, Trinity. Survived by...

Mar 19, 2026

Shirley Jean McGee, age 98, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on March 19, 2026. She was born on March 31, 1927, in Clarkston, Michigan, to Carlos and Evadna Richardson (née Sanford). Shirley was raised on her family's farm, located on what is now the site of the Waterford VG's, and carried those strong roots and values with her throughout...

Mar 16, 2026

RATLIFF, WILLIAM O. "BILL", passed away on March 16, 2026, at 85 years of age.

Bill was the loving husband of the late Wilma J. (née Thomas) Ratliff; devoted father of Derek Ratliff, Shannon (Doug) Taylor, and the late Brian Ratliff; and proud grandfather of Dustin, Morgan, and Kaleb. He was the dear brother of John (Pam)...

Mar 13, 2026

BOLT, NORMAN E., of Waterford, passed away on March 13, 2026, at 64 years of age.

Born in Pontiac, Michigan, to his loving parents, Harry and Ruth Ann (née Lemond) Bolt, Norm was a lifelong member of the community he proudly served. He was the dear brother of Brian, Terry, Bob, Pam, Joan, Cindy, and Julia, and...

Mar 12, 2026

Jamye Velinda Berard, age 58, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. Jamye was born on December 15, 1967, in the Bronx, New York. During her childhood, her family moved frequently due to her father's work before eventually settling in Michigan, where she graduated from high school. A remarkably intelligent and thoughtful woman, Jamye valued education...

Mar 11, 2026

MORRISSEY, RYKER RANDOLPH, flew away to play with the angels on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

Ryker was born on February 11, 2026, at 3:34 a.m. at William Beaumont University Hospital, weighing 7 pounds, 0.5 ounces, and measuring 19 inches long. In his short time here, he brought immeasurable love and meaning to those around him.

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Mar 10, 2026

Timothy (Tim)  was born on April 4, 1966, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Robert James and Marcella Jean Courtemanche (née Tode). He attended Pontiac Northern High School and later took classes at Oakland Community College. Tim was truly a jack of all trades and someone who could fix or build just about anything. Over the years he worked in real...

Mar 10, 2026

Deanna "DeeDee" Renee Taylor (Dendy), aged 60, passed away on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 after a long battle with cancer. Her final moments were spent peacefully in her home in Waterford, surrounded by loved ones.

Deanna was survived by her devoted husband of 28 years, Nick D. Taylor, her 7 children; Ricky L. Grabowski, Daniel S. Taylor,...

Mar 9, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Trisha Marie Stites, 35, of Lake Orion, Michigan on March 9th, 2026. A truly strong and beautiful soul who fought a long and courageous battle with systemic sclerosis.

Trisha leaves behind a family who loved her deeply and who will forever carry her memory in their hearts. She is...

Mar 8, 2026

Rebekah Kohnke-Swoveland, age 53, passed away on March 8, 2026. Born on November 3, 1972, in Grand Haven, Michigan, she was the beloved daughter of the late Larry Michael Kohnke and Faith Audrey Kohnke (née VanLuven).

Rebekah grew up surrounded by family and shared a lifelong bond with her siblings, Rachel Swoveland and Christopher Kohnke. She was...