Obituary Listing

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...

Mar 8, 2026

James Nelson Richardson, age 83, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on March 8th, 2026 surrounded by family. Born on May 5th, 1942 in Marion, Michigan to Onnalee and Harold, Jim was known for his deep love and loyalty to his family and for his 35 years of service as a millwright with General Motors.

Jim is survived...

Mar 8, 2026

Noe Alba Cruz of Waterford formerly of Emiliano Zapata, Morelos Mexico passed away on March 8, 2026. Noe was born to Filemon and the Late Teresa on February 22, 1966 in Emiliano Zapata. Dear Husband to Lilly and former Husband to Shari. Noe was the proud Father of two sons, Daniel and Adrian, three step children Nickole, Mario and...

Mar 4, 2026

Debbie Sue Ortez (Farnsworth), 57, passed away peacefully on March 4th, 2026, after a courageous and private battle with an ongoing illness. She packed more love, laughter, and adventure into her 57 years than seemed truly possible.

Debbie was born on June 4th, 1968, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Donald and Pamela Farnsworth. She is survived by her...

Mar 4, 2026

Harold Walter Brehm, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on March 4, 2026, at 78 years of age. Born June 6, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan to the late Ervin Brehm and the late Loretta Ozment. He lived a life defined by faith, service to his country, dedication to his wife, and a deep kindness that touched everyone he met.

Mar 4, 2026

Roseanna King, a devoted mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her family, passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on March 4, 2026 at 3:10 AM. While her passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of those who loved her, her family takes comfort in knowing she is now reunited in Heaven with her childhood...

Feb 28, 2026

Robert William Firman, age 72, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026.

Born on September 6, 1953, in Germany to Irene and the late Gerald "Jim" Firman, Robert moved to Michigan as a young child, where he would go on to build a life defined by devotion to family, steadfast friendship, and simple joys well shared. Michigan...

Feb 27, 2026

MARTIN, BOBBY JOE — lovingly known as Bob, BJ, Rughead, Dad, Grandpa, and Umpa — of Waterford, passed away on February 27, 2026, at 85 years of age.

Born in Pontiac to Dorothy (née Adkins) and William Martin, Bob experienced the loss of his father at a young age. He was lovingly raised by his mother and...

Feb 26, 2026

BEAM, PATRICIA J. — went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 26, 2026, at 88 years of age.

Beloved wife of the late Robert L. Beam. Cherished mother of Kerri (Doug) Heinzman, Kelli Jo (Craig) Winnie, and Korri (Paul) Cowen. Dear grandmother of Andrea (Matthew Messana) Angott, Troy (Andria) Angott, Jordan (Walker) McIntyre, Erin...

Feb 23, 2026

COLEMAN, EVELYN M. (née Murray), went to be with the Lord on February 23, 2026, at 81 years of age. Her passing leaves a space in the hearts of her family, but also a legacy of faith, love, and devotion that will never fade.

Evelyn was the loving wife of Kenneth Coleman for 62 wonderful years, a...

Feb 20, 2026

Melanie Merle Meek, age 11, passed away on February 20, 2026. Born on May 12, 2014, in Ann Arbor, Melanie was the cherished daughter of Terry Allen and Karen Cathleen Meek. Melanie was the beloved sister of Alisha Ruth Meek and Jacob Lee Meek. She was also dearly loved by her aunts, uncles, extended family members, and friends. Melanie...

Feb 17, 2026

Kenneth D. Moore passed peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family in Clarkston at the age of 85.

Beloved husband of Patricia "Pat" Moore for 64 wonderful years, Kenneth was a devoted and loving family man. He was the cherished father of Sheila (Kevin) Raymond, Terry (Laura) Moore, and Shawn (Jeff)...