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Robert "Bob" Duane Dingman
Nov 17, 2025
Robert “Bob” Duane Dingman, 89, of Davison, Michigan passed away on November 17, 2025. He was born March 23, 1936, in Portland, Michigan to Merlin M. and Edith M. (Bixby) Dingman. Bob grew up and graduated from Durand High School in 1954. On June 8th, 1957, Bob married Shirley Ann Durling, and they were married for 68 years.
He attended General...
Deevon C. Brown
Nov 15, 2025
Deevon C. Brown, age 36, of Pontiac, Michigan, tragically passed away on November 15, 2025. At this time funeral arrangements are pending.
Shirley Vaughan "Viar" Davis
Nov 11, 2025
Shirley Vaughan (Viar) Davis, 94, of Lake Orion Michigan, passed into Eternal Rest from her home on November 11, 2025. She was a cherished wife, beloved mother, and doting grandmother and great-grandmother. She is and will be deeply missed, and always remembered.
She was born in Monroe, Virginia on January 17, 1931 to Mary Elizabeth (Jordan) Viar and George E. Viar,...
LaVerne Ann Sharette
Nov 8, 2025
LaVerne Ann Sharette passed away on November 8, 2025. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel.
Ann Gay Schmidt
Nov 7, 2025
Ann “Annie” G. Schmidt was born on August 18, 1950 in Lake Orion, Michigan, to Margaret and Perry Hathaway, Annie was raised in and lived a life full of love, faith, and service. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and devotion.A woman of deep faith, Annie cherished her relationship with her Heavenly...
Ines Giovanna Raffaela (Panella) Stefani
Oct 28, 2025
Ines Giovanna Raffaela (Panella) Stefani was the beloved wife of the late Aldo Stefani, daughter of Ida and Giuseppe (Pino) Panella, sister of Ralph Panella (Theresa), sister-in-law of Ernest and Lucille Stefani and dear cousin of Malvina Gasparotto who she referred to as a sister, all of whom have preceded her in death.
Ines grew up with Italian immigrant parents, all...
Heather Ann Jarvela/Johnson III
Oct 27, 2025
Heather Ann Jarvela/Johnson III
February 18, 1970 - October 27, 2025
i.e. - 20,341 Days on Earth
Heather Jarvela, age 55, of Lake Orion peacefully passed away, with her husband (Jim) by her side on October 27, 2025 at their Residence, under Hospice Care. Her devotion to life and living it completely and not wasting a moment was her passion. Her determination while...
Ryan Francis Gajeski
Oct 26, 2025
Ryan Gajeski; of Lake Orion, Michigan; age 45; passed away on October 26, 2025. Ryan is the loving father of William, and RJ. He is survived by the mother of his children Jenny Gajeski. He is also survived by his parents, Ron and Delores Gajeski; sister Lisa Tivy; nephews Lucas and Jacob; and many loving extended family and friends.
Ryan graduated...
Ralph Filiberto Jimenez
Oct 24, 2025
Ralph Filiberto Jimenez
March 30, 1941 – October 24, 2025
Ralph Filiberto Jimenez age 84, of Waterford, Michigan, entered into eternal life October 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Ralph was the beloved son of the late Filiberto Jimenez and Eulalia (Placencia) Jimenez. He was a loyal and devoted husband, married to the love of his life, Judith L. Jimenez, for 66...
Pauline Castillo
Oct 23, 2025
Pauline (Vasquez) Castillo of Pontiac, Michigan, passed away at the age of 82 on October 23, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Pauline leaves behind her husband Fidel Castillo of 62 years; children Christine (Patrick) Lewis, Rose (Eric) Carpenter, Daughter-in-law Danna Castillo, Patrick (Diana) Castillo, Ricky (Kacey) Castillo, Rueben (Brittany) Castillo, Michelle (Alonso) Muñoz. 23 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Siblings; Theresa...
Vicente Colon Collazo
Oct 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Vicente Colon Collazo (June), who left us on October 20, 2025. Leaving behind 5 kids, 5 grandkids and two great grandchildren, as well as 8 sister and two brothers and many nieces and nephews.June was a happy, bubbly person who lit up every place he went. His...
Catherine L. Blascyk
Oct 20, 2025
Catherine Leonore Blascyk "Aunt Cat", age 84, of Pontiac, Michigan, passed away on October 20, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents, Stephen and Helen Blascyk; brother, Lawrence P. Blascyk; and her sister-in-law, Sally, nee Lane.
Catherine is survived by her siblings, Sheila Blascyk and Michael E. (Linda) Blascyk; six nieces and nephews; and sixteen great-nieces and nephews.
The family...
Karen Lea (Harvey) Recknagel
Oct 19, 2025
Karen Lea (Harvey) Recknagel of Lake Orion, MI; born at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines; age 61; passed away on October 19th, 2025. Karen is the beloved daughter of Joseph Harvey III (spouse Delores Harvey) and late Lea (Ysip) Harvey; loving wife of Dennis Recknagel; dear sister of Dale Harvey (spouse Jenna Harvey) and Deborah Harvey (spouse Nicole...
Dawn Marie Neddermeyer
Oct 18, 2025
Dawn Marie Neddermeyer; of White Lake; age 63; passed away on October 18, 2025. Dawn is the beloved daughter of the late Russell and Marion Neddermeyer; loving sister of Brenda (the late Edward) Blakley and Shelly Neddermeyer; and dear aunt of Amber Neddermeyer, Sarah (Joey) Fabiano, Marabeth (Eric) Zielinsky, Russell Bullock and Travis Bullock. She is also survived by her...
Jackwellyn A. Breaux
Oct 13, 2025
Jackwellyn A. Breaux, of Pontiac, Michigan, passed away on October 13, 2025. She leaves behind to cherish in her memory her beloved husband, Joseph R. Breaux, and her loving children, Sonya-Marie Garwold, Joseph R. (Otok) Breaux Jr., and Jacques A. (Teresa) Breaux Sr., her sister, Shirley Ann Wims of Pontiac, MI, her brother, Otto White of Canada, and many grandchildren...
Tomas B. Reyes
2025
Tomas B. Reyes, of Pontiac, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, Refugio and Salome Reyes; siblings, Francisco (Herminia) Reyes, Juan (Virginia) Reyes, Agustine (Guadalupe) Reyes, and Isadora (Juan) Guillean.
Tomas is survived by his companion Rita Edwards; his loving children, Antoinette Cervantes, Elida Reyes, Elsa Reyes, Elia (Henry) Santos, Tomas Jr...
John George Gibson
Oct 6, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of John Gibson on October 6, 2025, while enjoying one of his favorite past times - watching Monday Night Football. A proud member of Lake Orion’s Class of 1972, John was a life-long resident who touched many lives. Known for his dry wit, storytelling and unwavering independence, John made...
Norma Carol Ludy
Oct 5, 2025
Norma Carol Ludy, 82 (almost 83), of Oxford, MI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Norma was born on October 11, 1942, to the late Rev. Walter C. & Ida R. (Dyer) Ballagh in Pontiac, MI. She is survived by her sister, Millie (Rev. Bruce) Benson. She was preceded in death by her brother, David (Sylvia) Ballagh, and...
Lawrence Lee Gaskins
Sep 29, 2025
Lawrence (Larry) Lee Gaskins, 82, of Lake Orion passed away on September 29, 2025 at home with his wife, Marilyn, and kids – Erin, Dana, and Derek – lovingly holding his hands and caressing his magnificent mane of silver-white hair. He had lived with ALS for eight years, a ventilator becoming a constant in the last week. The air was...
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