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Kimberly Lynn Mojet
Aug 10, 2025
Kimberly L. Mojet; passed away on August 10, 2025. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10:00 - 1:00 a.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 11: 00 a.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home.
Marie Lucille Hedgcock
Aug 15, 2025
Marie (Rapson) Hedgcock, a woman who proved that even Groundhog’s Day babies don’t get a free pass on the date of their final departure, died peacefully on August 15, 2025. True to form, she waited until after her final game of Bingo to make her exit. She was 78 years young. Born on February 2, 1947, to Regina and...
Paul Joseph Keller
Aug 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Joseph Keller, beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
Paul was preceded in death by his loving mother, Mary.
He is survived by his father, Jim; his devoted wife, Vivian; and his three children: Tara (Gerrit), Kate (Michael), and Jesse (Kiana); and his siblings, Bill...
William Victor Caddick
Aug 3, 2025
William Victor Caddick, 68, of Lake Orion, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025.
Born on February 10, 1957, in Royal Oak, Michigan, “Bill" was the son of Wilbert Caddick and Patricia Caddick (née Koster). He was a devoted father, a proud grandfather, a reliable uncle, and a steady presence in the lives of those who...
Kathleen Susan Hubbard
Aug 2, 2025
Kathleen Susan “Kathy” Hubbard; of Lake Orion, Michigan, at the age of 71 passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025 surrounded by family with love. Born on October 16, 1953, Kathy lived a full and generous life devoted to her family, faith, and community. Kathy was a strong leader and an anchor for her husband, children, and grandchildren. Throughout...
Elijah Broner
Jul 31, 2025
Elijah Broner; age 78; of Pontiac, MI; passed away on July 31, 2025 at Trinity Health - Oakland. Elijah is the beloved husband of Bonnita Broner; loving father of Shana (Tony) Edwards, Elijah (Tralena) Pittman, Sharon (Quincy) Brawner, Casey ( LaKeisha) Phillips, Radshad Broner and Ronnita Broner; dear brother to 5 siblings; grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of...
Brian James Gallentine
Jul 30, 2025
With heavy hearts and enduring love, we announce the passing of Brian James Gallentine, who left us on July 30, 2025, at the age of 52. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth Gallentine, who has certainly welcomed him with open arms.
Born on March 8, 1973, in Jackson, Michigan, Brian was the cherished son...
Beatrice Bryson
Jul 29, 2025
In Loving Memory of Beatrice Margaret Bryson (Madrid); of Lake Orion, Michigan; passed away on July 29, 2025 at 83 years of age. Beatrice, a cherished mother, grandmother and a guiding light passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She is survived by her loving children; Robert Bryson Jr., Jenny Bryson, Kenneth Bryson, and Michael (April) Bryson. Her legacy continues...
Pamela Sue Paul
Jul 24, 2025
Pamela S. Paul; of Lake Orion; passed away on July 24, 2025 at 57 years of age. Pamela is the beloved daughter of Roy Blankenburg, Sr. and Joyce (Lapeer) Blankenburg; and the devoted mother of Bryce Paul. She is survived by five sisters and one brother. Pamela was preceded in death by her parents Roy and Joyce; and her...
Karen Lee Schadel
Jul 24, 2025
**Please note Funeral Service has been changed to Lake Orion United Methodist Church.
Karen L. Schadel of Lake Orion; age 81; July 22, 2025. Karen was born on May 28, 1944 to the late Robinson L. and Doris A. Bronoel in St. Louis, Missouri. She graduated from Pontiac Central High School and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in...
Rita Lucille Golden
Jul 23, 2025
Rita Lucille (Ramos) Golden, age 85 of Leonard, Michigan went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 23rd, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 30th, 1940, in Honolulu, Hawaii, Rita was a devoted follower of Christ throughout her life. Her unwavering faith was a beacon of light to all who knew...
Elsie Carol Murray
Jul 23, 2025
Elsie “Carol” Murray of Oxford; Michigan passed away on July 23, 2025 at 81 years of age. Carol is the cherished mother of Cari Kleinschmit and John Allen Eberhardt (Lora Moreno) and loving grandmother to JP and Samantha Eberhardt. She is also survived by her brother Robert Wayne Murray; as well as many loving nieces and nephews. Carol is...
Jill Anne Mcgeachy
Jul 20, 2025
Jill Anne McGeachy; of Flint; passed away on July 20, 2025 at 55 years of age. Jill is the beloved daughter of Larry McGeachy and Linda Lumm (Sangster); loving mother of Tammy Heighcamp (Mike Bissett), Tonya (Ron) Russ, Larry (Jamie) Roy, Tinesha (Tustin) Cool, and David (Christie) Roy. She is also survived by her brothers Gary (Nicole) McGeachy and...
Kenneth Albert Backus
Jul 19, 2025
Kenneth Albert Backus passed away peacefully at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, loyalty, love of family and friends, and quiet resilience.
Born on March 14, 1939, in Pontiac, Michigan, Ken was the youngest of three children born to Albert and Iva (Pratt) Backus. He grew up helping his parents run the...
A.C. Smith
Jul 11, 2025
A.C. Smith; 97; of Lake Orion, Michigan; passed away peacefully in his home on July 11, 2025. He was born in Whitley County, Kentucky on March 11, 1928. A.C. was in the U.S. Navy serving in the Korean War. He then worked for the City of Pontiac as a Civil Engineer for 30 years. A.C. is preceded in death...
Nancy Ann Keel
Jul 5, 2025
Nancy Ann Keel; passed away on July 5, 2025 at 87 years of age. Nancy is the beloved wife of Jim for 68 years; loving mother of Terri (Terry) Moore, Randy (Dianne) Keel and Kevin (Hollee) Keel; loving grandmother of 8; and dear great grandmother of 22. She will also be dearly missed by her church family who affectionately...
Richard "Rick" A. Johnson
Jul 2, 2025
Richard “Rick” Allen Johnson
June 7, 1971 - July 2, 2025
Rick Johnson, 54, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on July 2, 2025, at home.
Rick is predeceased by his mother, Dorothy Legrand, and his daughter, Alexis Johnson....
Hilda Lorena Bilbey
Jun 23, 2025
Bilbey, Hilda L. 91
Hilda Lorena (Hughey) Bilbey; was born on February 23, 1934 in Mancelona, Michigan and passed away on June 23, 2025 in Pontiac, MI. Hilda currently resided in Ocala, Florida. where she has lived since 1983. She was preceded in death by her husband Stephen L. Bilbey of 70 years; her parents George and...
Kevin Romero
Jun 22, 2025
Kevin Romero, age 25, unexpectedly passed away on June 22, 2025, at 7:53 am in Traverse City, Michigan, while on a trip with family. Kevin was born in Detroit, Michigan, on April 25th, 2000. He leaves behind to cherish in his memory his fiancée, Susie Perez (Together for nine years); his 9-month-old son, Elias Alexander Romero; his parents, Elias...
Marilyn Schram
Jun 22, 2025
Marilyn Schram; passed away Sunday June 22nd, 2025. She was born February 19th, 1944. She got married to Jerry Schram, on April 23rd,1977, and together they built a life full of joy and unforgettable memories. Marilyn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and beloved sister. She found happiness in the little things—fishing, gardening, bird watching, enjoying concerts, and visiting...