Obituaries

Jun 6, 2025

Mary M. Riley; 81; passed away on June 6th with her family by her side just as they were throughout her life. Mary is beloved daughter of Charles and Molly Vickers. She is survived by her three brothers, Charles, William and James; two daughters, Lana Monaghan (Husband, William Monaghan) and Jenny Calcaterra, (Husband, Robert Calcaterra); as well as three...

Jun 3, 2025

John Frederick Austermann “Jack”; age 94; passed away on June 3, 2025.  Jack was born in Madison, Wisconsin in 1931. He is survived by his children, John (Susan) and Claudia (Andy); grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. Jack was preceded in death by his daughter Laura; wife Opal; parents Helen and John Austermann; and his brothers, Hans (Marsha) Austermann and...

Jun 2, 2025

Everett Leroy Seay passed away on June 2, 2025. The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with a family hour starting at 10:00 a.m. at Prospect Missionary Baptist Church,...

May 30, 2025

Raimundo "Ray" Hernandez, of Pontiac, MI, passed away on May 30, 2025, at the age of 57.  Ray is the devoted son of Maria Armendarez. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, one aunt, and three uncles. Ray was the maintenance worker for the Boys and Girls Club for many years. He will be greatly missed by all....

May 29, 2025

Rosalie Ward

She Left with Style, a Smile, and 3 Tote Bags

Heaven just got a little more fun as Rosalie Ward arrived at the Pearly Gates on Thursday, May 29th, at the age of 87. She came bearing tote bags full of surprises, snacks, and games. She lived...

May 20, 2025

Craig Lawrence Collins passed away on May 20 at 70 years of age, surrounded by family. He is survived by his cherished wife, Cindy (Rich) Collins, of 46 years. Loving and doting father of Jeremy (Marcia), Holly, Glen, and Andrew. Grandfather of Ian, Ivy, Joshua, and Savannah. His father-in-law, Robert Rich; his sisters-in-law, Lisa (Roy) Randles, Linda (Matthew) Scott,...

May 20, 2025

Michael D. Engle; of Lake Orion; age 75; passed away on May 20, 2025.  Mickey is the beloved husband of Janis for 44 years; loving father of Brian O’ Brien II and Meghan O’ Brien; loving grandpa of James Patrick O’ Brien and Brian Shamus O’ Brien; and dear brother of Beverly (Bud) Newby.

Mickey was a...

May 19, 2025

Ruth M Carlson; of Lake Orion; age 95, passed away to be with the Lord on May 19, 2025. Ruth is the beloved wife of the late Wesley B Carlson for nearly 60 years; dear mother of Steve (Geri); Jim (Sue) and Dave (Ronda); cherished grandmother of Wesley, Keaton and Shelby.

Ruth was born in Muskegon, Michigan...

May 17, 2025

Pablo Lopez (AKA Peewee) was born November 2, 1952 - passed May 17, 2025. Pablo was a graduate of Pontiac Central High School. He joined the United States Marine Corps thereafter. He earned the title of Lance Corporal and also served in Okinawa during his time in the Marine Corps. Pablo was a proud Marine veteran. He is preceded...

May 16, 2025

Dorothy Mae Major; of Lake Orion, on May 16, 2025 has joined her husband Louis and son James in Heaven.  Dorothy, with her beautiful heart, was always there for that cup of coffee and a chat or a helping hand.  She was a friend to many, with a smile that was a joy to be with.  Dorothy loved the...

May 13, 2025

Ross Arthur Waite; of Oakland; passed away on May 13, 2025 at 82 years of age.  Ross is the beloved husband of Sharon (Parsons) Waite for nearly 62 years; loving father of Ross Edward (Kristin) Waite, Kevin (Robin) Waite, and Cyndi (Dave) Graybill; loving grandfather of Katie (Michael) Wright, Daniel Waite, Nicklas Waite, Mady Anderson, Nick Anderson, Kelsea Lincoln...

May 12, 2025

Donald John (DJ) Upton, 74, of Lake Orion, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, surrounded by his family, following a brief illness.

DJ was born on May 8, 1951, and was preceded in death by his parents, Donald G. and Gloria E. Upton, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clyde and Allene Cronover, sisters Diane (Wade) Robertson and...

May 11, 2025

Welch, Delmer Lee; of Birmingham; age 78; passed away on May 11, 2025 surrounded by his family.  Delmer is the loving husband of Laida Dawn (Erfourth) for 59 years; loving father of Tracy (Darrin) Wondero of Grand Blanc and Dawn (Stephen) Hager of White Lake; loving grandfather of Jacalyn Hagar, Kane Wondero, Mason Wondero, Olivia Hagar and Reese Wondero;...

May 11, 2025

Robert "Bob" Spicuzza, age 83, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on May 11, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 1/2 years, Karen M. Spicuzza; his five children from a previous marriage; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and his beloved German Shepherd, Hans. Bob is also survived by his sisters, Mary-Ann Stein and Virginia Neuman, as well...

May 7, 2025

Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Wayne, age 70, of Pontiac, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on May 7, 2025. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Thomas “ Big Tom” Wayne and her parents, Jim and Geri Kalso.

Cindy is survived by her loving children, Shannon(Brian) and Tom(Heather); adoring grandchildren, Alyssia (Matt), Marco...

May 6, 2025

Colleen Soulliere devoted wife and beloved mother; passed away on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 at the age of 88.  She was a 1954 graduate of Lake Orion High School. Colleen retired from the Lake Orion school district in 1998 after decades of service. She is survived by her husband Gary of 55 years; and her son Gary. Colleen and...

May 5, 2025

Thomas  “Tom” Donald Ruperd; AKA Santa in the Thumb; of Caro, Michigan.  Tom entered eternal rest on May 5, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family at 73 years of age.  Tom is the loving and devoted husband of Ruth Ann Ruperd; loving father of Melissa Haynes and Aubrey (A.J.) Kauthen; loving stepfather of Shentele Sudds, Samantha (Michael)...

May 3, 2025

Robert Lee Cole Jr.; of Oxford; passed away on May 3, 2025 at 66 years of age.  Robert is the devoted son of Sharon Ruggles; loving brother of Robin L. (Janet) Cole, Randall L. Cole, and Russell L. Cole; and loving uncle of Ryan, Royce, and Casie Cole.  He was preceded in death by his father Robert L. Cole...

May 3, 2025

Dorothy Elaine Hill, age 96, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, May 3 at Pomeroy Living Orion-Assisted Living. Dorothy was born in Worth County, IA on May 22, 1928 to Arthur K. and Selma L. (Henderson) Horvei. She graduated from Lake Mills High School in 1946. Dorothy moved to Albert Lea, MN and began working for Munsingwear.

On...

May 1, 2025

Paz Resendez, Jr.; of Auburn Hills; passed away on May 1, 2025 at 82 years of age.  Paz is the devoted husband of Mary Resendez for 63 years; loving father of Juan Resendez, Joe Resendez, and the late Julia Theresa Resendez; loving grandfather of Mario Resendez, Jesse Resendez, Andrea Resendez, and Joey Resendez; and great grandfather of Andriana and...