Obituaries

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.

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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...

May 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Rodney Bernard High

June 22, 1971 – May 1, 2025

Rodney Bernard High was born on June 22, 1971, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the loving union of Mary E. High and Marion High. From a young age,...

May 1, 2025

Jerry Mitchell Roeher; of Oxford; passed away on May 1, 2025 at 81 years of age.  Jerry is the beloved husband of the late Donna Roeher; loving father of Lisa (Don) Woods, Bonnie Roeher, Terry (Heather) Roeher, and Tim (Sue) Roeher; loving grandfather of Courtney (Sorin) Badila, Emily (Cosimo) Lombardo, Amanda Woods, Jamie Bailey, Joe Roeher, Zoe Roeher, and...

May 1, 2025

Thomas Wasielewski; of Lake Orion; passed away on May 1, 2025 at 76 years of age.  Tom is the beloved husband of Brenda for 47 years; devoted father of Jon (Kim) Wasielewski, Susan (Todd) Glover, Jeremy (Karen) Wasielewski, Anthony (Jen) Wasielewski, and Amanda (Kelly) Kilgore; loving grandfather of Heidi, Jay, Megan, Lindsey, Faith, Jacob, Joshua, Katherine, Amelia, Maggie, Colin,...

Apr 30, 2025

In Loving Memory of Linda Darlene Baggett

February 13th, 1956. April 30th, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and love that we mourn the passing of Linda Baggett, a devoted wife, cherished mother, and beloved grandmother, who passed away peacefully on April 30th at the age of 69.

Linda was born February 13th,...

Apr 28, 2025

Coletta Ann Tait; of Orion-Gingellville; passed away on April 28, 2025, at 87 years of age.  Coletta is the beloved wife of Eugene for 63 years; loving mother of Jeffrey, Christopher (Lisa), and Ian (Tuesday); loving grandmother of Joseph, Eric (Adla-Marie), Lauren (James) Mosser, Julia, Kelsi and Addison; and great grandmother of Tess, whom she was thrilled to recently...

Apr 25, 2025

Gary Norman Cosgrove; of Lake Orion; age 71; passed away on April 25, 2025.  Gary is the beloved husband of Linda, his “Tulip” for 52 years; loving father of Toni and her husband and son in law Tony Detwiler; and loving grandfather of Michael, Heather, Sydnie, Tessa and Mitchell.  He is also the great grandpa and “special friend” of...

Apr 23, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bonnie LeeFisher (Sage), beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend.Bonnie passed away in her home on April 23, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 67, after a courageous, years-long battle with cancer. Bonnie loved fiercely and her steadfast loyalty was a constant for all her friends and family....

Apr 22, 2025

Arvonne Wright, age 75, of Pontiac, Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025. She leaves behind to cherish in her memory her children, Jeffrey Daniel, Natashia Daniel (Ricky Dyson), David (Latrese) Daniel, Tanya Daniel, Luther Daniel, Elaine Daniel, James Jr., Helen, Gloria, Beverly and Jessie Wright; grandchildren, Kutasshia, Lamont, Jeffrey, Rickey, Oscar, Joseph, Tarina, Kevin, Katrina, Litashia, Curtis,...

Apr 21, 2025

Leonard J DePauw; of Orion Township; age 89; passed away peacefully in his home on April 21, 2025.  He was born September 1, 1935 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Leonard graduated from Pontiac Central High School, class of 1953, where he was a drum major in the marching band.  He was an extremely active member in the Lake Orion...

Apr 19, 2025

Moises Saucedo, age 18, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, surrounded by his parents and loved ones. He will be genuinely missed by all who lived and cherished him. The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, April 24, 2025 from 4:00-8:00 with rosary prayers to be said at 7pm at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel. A...

Apr 19, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Karen Hasler, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, mentor and friend. She departed this world April 19, 2025 at the age of 69 from a sudden terminal illness. Born in Battle Creek Michigan to Edward and Opal Bell, Karen attended Lakeview High School, Alma College, and received...

Apr 17, 2025

Ruby Jean Hall; of Lakeville; age 92; passed away on April 17, 2025.  Ruby is the beloved wife of the late Wesley “Larry” Hall, with whom she spent 58 years of marriage.  She leaves behind her loving daughters, Theresa (Mark) Celusta and Corrine Hall; her loving “son” Mark Celusta; and dear grand dog Belle.  Ruby was preceded in death...

Apr 15, 2025

Alfred E. Powell Sr.; of Lake Orion; age 90; passed away on April 15, 2025.  Alfred is the beloved husband of the late Velma Jean; loving father of James Powell, Alfred (Deborah K.) Powell Jr., Bruce (Sandra) Powell and Daniel Powell; loving grandfather of Melissa, Heather, Daniel, Connor, Bruce II, Matthew and Stefanie; loving great grandfather of Leah, Kaitlyn,...

Apr 15, 2025

Richard J. Sorgi Sr.; of Pontiac; formerly of Lake Orion; age 89; passed away on April 15, 2025.  Richard is the loving father of Richard (Patti) Sorgi Jr., John Sorgi, Angela Sorgi and Linda Gunthner; loving grandfather of Cristina, Rich III, Johnella, Erin, Evan, Dominique and Carnell; loving great grandfather of Kamari, Richard IV, Faith Ann, Evalise, Vincent, Jeremiah,...

Apr 9, 2025

Richard “Dick” Hedderich; 84; peacefully passed away on April 9, 2025; at his winter home in Port Isabel, Texas.  He was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 4, 1940 to Richard Guy and Phyllis Mae (Marlow) Hedderich.  Dick grew up Lake Orion and relocated to Traverse City in 1976.  Following his retirement, he enjoyed splitting his time between Traverse...