Darelle Larry DeLongchamp
Nov 8, 2026
Darelle “Larry” DeLongchamp, passed peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2026, in Pontiac at the age of 93. He was born on November 25, 1932, in Keego Harbor, Michigan, to the late Russell and Erma (nee Linsenman) DeLongchamp.
Beloved husband of Nancy S. DeLongchamp for 64 wonderful years. Loving father of Dona (Kevin) Kraft and Debra (Paul) Oberski. Dear grandfather of Brett...
Larry Eugene Prince
Nov 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Larry Eugene Prince
Larry Eugene Prince, age 77, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Larry was a proud veteran, who honorably served his country and retired from General Motors after more than 30 years.
Larry is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Stephanie (Dennis) Williams; his grandsons, Michael...
Carolyn Ann Cartier
Nov 5, 2026
Carolyn Ann Cartier passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born on January 31,1938 in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late Ernest Lewis and Belva Marian (Cronk) Riemenschneider. Carolyn graduated from Pontiac Central High School and went on to further her education at Michigan State University. She later settled in the Waterford area,...
Karen Ann Hoemke
Nov 4, 2026
November 4, 2026
Karen Ann Hoemke of Waterford, MI was born Feb. 4, 1957. The daughter of Shirley and Donald Delaney (deceased), sister to Kathy Delaney Borock, Connie Delaney (deceased), brothers Doug and Dan Delaney and Carolyn Gallagher. She was the widow of Norm Hoemke.
Karen was a graduate of Rochester High School 1975 and Western Michigan University 1979. She was an...
Benjamin Bliss Golding
Nov 4, 2026
GOLDING, BENJAMIN B. formally from Keego Harbor, passed away on November 4, 2026, at 98 years of age. Loving husband of Beverly (née Swift), with whom he shared an extraordinary 77 years of marriage; devoted father of Theodore (Wendy) Golding, Todd Golding, Linda Golding, Lisa Golding, and Russell (the late Connie) Golding. Preceded in death by his beloved children, Timothy...
Gerald "Jerry" Lee Jacks
Nov 3, 2026
JACKS, GERALD L. “JERRY” of Waterford, passed away on November 3, 2026, at 69 years of age. Loving father of Tim (Kassidie Hansen) Irwin, Jr.; proud grandfather of Timothy and Adriana Irwin; dear brother of Anthony (Linda) Vickery. Also survived by his precious dog, Dusty. Cherished son of William Jacks and the late Joyce Vickery (née Wilson).
Jerry was born in...
James "Paul" MacCormack
Nov 3, 2026
James "Paul" MacCormack was born on January 24, 1945, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Proud of his Irish and Scottish heritage, he was the son of James Robert MacCormack and Donalda Agnes MacCormack (McKee). He passed away on November 3, 2026, at 81 years old.
Paul graduated from Western Michigan University, earning a master's degree in clinical psychology. During his college years,...
Hal Howard Ridings
Nov 2, 2026
Hal Howard Ridings, born January 17, 1954, passed away on November 2, 2026.
Hal was a proud father to his son, Joe Ridings, and the former husband of Theresa Ridings. He enjoyed spending his time doing the things he loved most, including hunting, fishing, and following his favorite sports teams. An avid sports fan, Hal was especially devoted to the New...
Gary Lynn Clement
Nov 1, 2026
Gary Lynn Clement, age 79, was born on April 9, 1947, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late Jack Clement and the late Patricia Ann Clement.
Gary’s story of love began nearly 62 years ago when, while working as a manager of a miniature golf course, “Putt Putt”, in his younger years, he met Faye, who would become the love of his...
Annie Chachich
Oct 28, 2026
Annie Chachich, age 94, of Waterford, Michigan passed away on October 28, 2026.
Born May 21, 1932 in Detroit to immigrant parents from Croatia, she excelled in school. She qualified for the High School of Commerce (Cass Tech’s counterpart for females) graduating at age 16. She took two city buses to get to the prestigious school where she loved becoming a...
James Wilbur Murphy
Oct 28, 2026
MURPHY, JAMES W. of Pontiac, passed away on October 28, 2026, at 84 years of age. Loving husband of the late Kathleen, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage; dear father of James (Kimberly) Murphy, Cheryl (Rafael) Gonzale-Murphy, Janice (Jim) Hall, Chris Murphy, and Kathy Jo Murphy; proud grandfather of 11, great-grandfather of 20, and great-great-grandfather of 6. Preceded...
Rhona Lavon Hart
Oct 26, 2026
HART, RHONA L. of Waterford, passed away on October 26, 2026, at 85 years of age. Devoted wife of the late Gary L. Hart, with whom she shared more than 50 years of marriage; loving mother of Stephanie Lesner and the late Laura A. Hart; proud grandmother of Noah Lesner and Abigayle (Joe) Okayie; and soon-to-be great-grandmother. Dear sister of...
Patricia Ann Shampine
Oct 26, 2026
Patricia Ann Shampine, affectionately known as Pat, Patty, Aunt Patty, Mom, and Nana, passed away on October 26, 2026 peacefully at home at the age of 79 surrounded by the love of family.
Born on August 28, 1947, in Clifford, Michigan, Patricia was the daughter of George Paul McSkulin and Betty Jane Antis McSkulin. She grew up in Pontiac, Michigan, graduating...
Lolly O. Dye
Oct 23, 2026
Lolly O. Dye, of Pontiac, passed away on October 23, 2026, at the age of 78. Born Oralia Ramirez in Corpus Christi, Texas, to her loving parents, Monico and Cleo Ramirez, Lolly later moved with her family to Michigan, where she attended Eastern Junior High School in Pontiac.
It was in Michigan that Lolly met the love of her life, William...
Donald Norbert Senkmajer
Oct 22, 2026
SENKMAJER, DONALD N., of Algonac, passed away on October 22, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on July 17, 1940, in Racine, Wisconsin, Don was the beloved son of Louis and Clara (Miller) Senkmajer.
Dear father of Denise (Brian) Palmer and Joseph (Deborah) Senkmajer; proud grandfather of Brian (Rachel), Nicole (Ross), Matthew (Kadie), Alexa (Christian), and Joseph; great-grandfather of Viviana,...
Donald Eugene Ihrke
Oct 21, 2026
Donald E. Ihrke Jr., of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on October 21, 2026, at the age of 59. He was born on February 6, 1967, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Donald Sr. and Sharon Ihrke. Donald grew up in Pontiac and graduated from Pontiac Central High School in 1986.
Donald met the love of his life, Tammy Mick, through mutual friends, beginning...
Glenna Mae Cox
Oct 20, 2026
Devoted daughter of the late Glen and Nina Mae Williams. Loving wife of the late LaVerne George Cox. Beloved mother of Dennis (Sue), David, Susan (Kevin), Sandra, Barbara (George). Cherished grandmother of Denise, Dennis Jr, Ryan (Leah), Sean (Christy), Erin (Tommy), Kelly (Josh), Nate (Jessica), Tessa, Katherine (Craig), Will (Emory) and great grandmother (GiGi) of Tyler, Dominic, Leighton, Kieran, Tristen...
Brenda Jean Burt
Oct 17, 2026
Brenda Jean Burt, of Hartland, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at the age of 70. Brenda was born in Middletown, Ohio, to Marshall and Mary Tester (nee Brewer). She had a fun, wild, and unforgettable spirit, along with a personality that could light up any room. Brenda lived life on her own terms and had a way of...
Brian Jack Taylor
Oct 15, 2026
Brian Jack Taylor, age 66, passed away on October 15, 2026. He was born on March 3, 1960, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late Donald Taylor and the late Miriam Taylor. Raised in Waterford, Brian shared his early years with his brother, Scott (Kathy) Taylor, and went on to build a life centered around his love of the arts, lifelong...
Hayden John George Huggins
Oct 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Hayden John George Huggins
October 21, 1978 – October 12, 2026
Hayden John George Huggins, age 47, passed away on October 12, 2026, just days before his 48th birthday. Born on October 21, 1978, Hayden grew up in Ortonville, Michigan, where he made cherished memories and formed lifelong connections. Immediately after graduation, he served four years in the...
