Obituaries

Nov 20, 2024

Marvin O. McVicar; of Lake Orion; age 86; passed away on November 20, 2024.  Marvin is the beloved husband of the late Marilyn Kay, who passed away in 2009 after 48 years of marriage; the loving father of Tim (Connie), Tom, and Tracy (Shelley); loving grandfather of 10; and great grandfather of 11.  He is also survived by his...

Nov 16, 2024

Rev. Jon M. Clapp passed away on Nov. 16, 2024. He was the devoted husband of his wife of 61 years, Karen Baird Clapp, and beloved father to daughters Alisa Clapp-Itnyre and Amy Clapp Salmonson. He is also survived by sister Joanne (Clapp) Close; sons-in-law Ron Itnyre and David Salmonson; grandchildren Annetta Itnyre, Rebecca Salmonson, and Andrew Salmonson; and...

Nov 16, 2024

Shyanne Marie Craig, age 19, of Pontiac, Michigan, passed away on November 16, 2024. The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel....

Nov 16, 2024

Virginia M. Williams; of Lake Orion; age 91; passed away on November 16, 2024.  Virginia was preceded in death by her husband Donald Edward Williams and her son, Burl Neal Wilson.   She is survived by her children, Vicki Marie Whipple, Steven Neal Wilson, Kathy Ellen Wilson, Dennis Wayne (Michell) Wilson, Rose Marie (Rod) Simon and Edward Frank Williams.  Virginia...

Nov 14, 2024

José Alfredo (Al) Merle Jr., cherished Son, Brother, Uncle, and Friend, departed this life peacefully, surrounded by family, on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the age of 76.

Born on November 20, 1947, in Guayama, Puerto Rico, Al was the eldest child of José Alfredo Merle Sr. and Julia Muñiz Merle.

Endearingly known as ‘Nene’...

Nov 13, 2024

In Loving Memory of Charles Marvin “Charlie” Gillis

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Charles Gillis, beloved husband to Ellen Kay Gillis (England), with whom he shared 64 wonderful years together. He was also a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.  Our Charlie passed away at home, surrounded by many loved ones,...

Nov 8, 2024

Antonn Cecil-Richàrd Thomas, age 28, forever young, forever and always in our hearts. A child of God who was called home to receive his wings on November 8, 2024. To his family, he was our Deuce. He was loved by so many. A beloved son, brother, uncle and friend and his most cherished role, a doting father to his...

Nov 5, 2024

Connie Lee Oates, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away surrounded by his loved ones. A man known for his dedication to family and friends. Connie brought warmth and humor to everyone he met.

Connie spent 30 years of his career with General Motors, where he worked tirelessly until his retirement. Outside of work, he...

Nov 4, 2024

Sharon Ann DeMeritt; of Lake Orion; age 68, passed away on November 4, 2024.  Sharon is the daughter of the late Arthur and Winifred Johnson; the beloved wife of Paul, with whom they shared 49 years of marriage; the loving mother of Derrick (Jen) DeMeritt and Vail (Kellie) DeMeritt; loving grandmother of William, Mikaila, Vivian and Brecken; and sister...

Nov 4, 2024

Horst Fischer; of Lake Orion; age 85; passed away on November 4, 2024.  Horst was preceded in death by his wife Nancy in 2017.  They were married on August 25, 1965 at St. Veronica in East Detroit and would spend 51 years together.  He is survived by his oldest son Glenn, his wife Christine and their children Benedict and...

Oct 28, 2024

Jeanette E. Frady; of Lake Orion; age 87; passed away on October 28, 2024.  Jeanette is the beloved wife of the late Jimmie; loving mother of Mark (the late Linda) Sims, LuAnn (Dennis) Churchill, Cheryl (Dennis) Mahan, Carol (Charlie) Hanning and Charlie (Daisy) Frady; loving grandmother of 8; and great grandmother of 4.  She was preceded in death by...

Oct 27, 2024

Christopher Osborn-Rivera (“Chris”) of Orlando, Florida passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 27, 2024, in the company of his mother at her home in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Chris was born December 20, 1968, in Pontiac, Michigan, and was the loving husband of Carlos and proud father of three standard Poodle fur babies: Stormie, Luckie, and Miss Pearl....

Oct 27, 2024

Ernest Michael Thorndycraft; of Lake Orion; age 74; passed away on October 27, 2024.  Michael is the beloved husband of MaryAnne, with whom they shared 50 years of marriage; loving father of Kelly (Chris) Stanley, Kim (Ryan) Negoshian and Kory (Joanne) Thorndycraft; loving grandfather of Kinzly, Andrew, Kate and Samantha; and dear brother of the late Denise (David) Sanderson.  ...

Oct 25, 2024

Twiley Kemp went to her heavenly home, on October 25, 2024; age 83.  Twiley is preceded in death by her parents Twiley L. Clark and Robert D. Clark and husband Kenneth Kemp.  Twiley was both a secretary and a receptionist at different times in her life.  Primarily, she was a stay-at-home mom and homemaker.  Twiley loved her two daughters...

Oct 23, 2024

Antonia “Toni” Guerrero

July 13, 1938 – October 23, 2024

Antonia “Toni” Guerrero of Waterford, MI, passed away on October 23, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe C. Guerrero. Toni is survived by her children Ralph (Elke Christine), Cynthia (Carlos) Quinones, and Mark;...

Oct 21, 2024

Louise Imogene Chamarro; of Lake Orion; age 94; passed away on October 21, 2024.  Imogene is the beloved wife of the late Jimmy, who passed away in 2001 after 52 years of marriage; loving mother of Richard (Karen) Chamarro, Michael (Jayne) Chamarro and Tina (Dave) Frankovitch; loving grandma of Jamie (Melinda) Chamarro, Jason (Stephanie) Chamarro, Destiny Chamarro, Anthony (Becky)...

Oct 14, 2024

Ronald M. Bunker; of Lake Orion; age 93; passed away on October 14, 2024.  Ron is the beloved husband of the late Faye, with whom they shared 58 years of marriage; loving father of Dennis (Michele) Bunker, Stephen (Lisa) Bunker, Bruce (Deb) Bunker and Rhonda (Dave) Mobley; loving grandfather of 10; and dear great grandfather of 17.  He is...

Oct 3, 2024

Jean Lois Phelps; of Lake Orion; age 84; passed away on October 3, 2024.  Born, Jean Lois Myre in Pontiac, she was raised by a strong mother and dedicated, contributing resident of Lake Orion, Freda Myre.  In 1958 Jean graduated from Lake Orion High School, and later married Howard L. Phelps, with whom she shared 65 years of marriage.  ...

Oct 2, 2024

Anne Marie Middleton; of Davison; age 60; passed away on October 2, 2024.

Anne is the daughter of the late Bill Middleton and the late Janice Lewis. She is survived by her stepmother, Barb Middleton; her brothers, Jeffrey (Judy) Middleton, Nick (Lori) Middleton and Marvin (Kim) Middleton; and by her many nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Sep 30, 2024

Scott Christopher Trautman; age 54; left this earth to be in the loving arms of Christ on September 30th, 2024. He waged a mighty battle with ALS and won, as it could not and did not steal his faith in God, whom he knew to be kind, loving and merciful.

Scott was the son of Donald (deceased)...