Obituaries

Richard "Dick" Dwyer

Oct 2, 2021

D ick (Richard) Dwyer, age 69, died at home after a two month fight with cancer. He will be greatly missed by Libby Dwyer, his wife and partner of 47 years, along with many loving friends and family. Visitation and a chance to share memories and stories will be on Tuesday, October 12 at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, 111 E....

Frederick George Dickman

Oct 2, 2021

Frederick G Dickman

December 8, 1937 – October 2, 2021

Fred Dickman is the beloved husband of Jean (Ellard) Dickman for 56 years; father of Wendy Mlynarek and Philip Dickman; father-in-law to Robert Mlynarek and Sherry Dickman; and doting grandfather – “Papa” – to Justin and Ryan Klotz and Nathan Dickman.

Fred emigrated...

Charles Mclaughlin

Oct 2, 2021

Charles F. McLaughlin, Sr.

April 5, 1933 - October 2, 2021

Charles “Chuck” McLaughlin, age 88, of Orion Twp., MI, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Devoted husband to Bonnie,...

Bonnie Jean Davis

Oct 1, 2021

Bonnie Jean Davis; of Oxford; age 81; passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021.  Bonnie was born in Springfield Township, Michigan to Darrell and Helen Irelan.  She married Benjamin Davis in Lapeer, Michigan in 1963.  Before her retirement Bonnie was a self-employed house keeper.  She was a very social and independent woman who could talk the ear off of...

Dr. Charles Mcneely

Sep 30, 2021

Dr. Charles E. McNeely; of Pontiac; January 14, 1942 – September 30, 2021.  Charles is the beloved husband of Alice Faye (Davis) McNeely for 58 years; loving father of Donna (Clyde) Richter and Alicia Bennett; loving grandfather of Jeremy Richter, Amanda (Cody) Bushong, Samantha (Ryan) Hillier, James Gillette, Stephanie Gillette and Devon Huntley; and dear great grandfather of Gabriel...

Leslie Michele Caldwell

Sep 29, 2021

Leslie Michele Caldwell; of North Branch; age 43; passed away on September 29, 2021.  Leslie is the beloved wife of Roy Alan Caldwell; loving mother of Shaylynn and Sarah Green, Arianna, Wesley and Ryleigh Caldwell; dear daughter of Cynthia (the late Mark) Hancsak and the late Harold Bilbey; granddaughter of Victor and Maxine Scram and Stephen and Hilda Bilbey;...

Carol Leslie Ulin

Sep 26, 2021

Carol Leslie Ulin; of Ferndale; age 62; passed away on September 26, 2021.  Carol is the loving mother of T.J. (Catelyn) Ulin and Brandon (Krystal) Crittendon; loving wife of Terry L. Ulin; and dear grandmother of Emery (Walks on water) Ulin and Avery (Don't forget the donut!) Ulin.  She is also  the sister of William Cobb and the late...

Vena Marie Burke

Sep 23, 2021

In Loving Memory of Vena Marie Burke; November 5, 1960 – September 23, 2021. Vena is survived by her father Donald Williams; her husband of 30 years Brian Keith Burke; sons, Michael Queen (Jennifer), John Queen and Donald Williams (Lorae); grandchildren, Logan, Taya, and Samara and sister, Anita Williams (Wendy). Vena was preceded in death by her mother...

Rosemary Osley-Williams

Sep 23, 2021

Rosemary Osley-Williams; age 72; passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021; residing in Pontiac, Michigan. Rosemary is the beloved wife of the late Murdock Williams; loving mother to Chrystal Westbrook and Staci Osley. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 1, 2021 at 11am at Welcome Missionary Baptist Church, 143 Oneida St., Pontiac, MI 48341. Family...

Lonzy Davis

Sep 22, 2021

In Loving Memory of Lonzy Davis; age 85; of Pontiac; February 1, 1936 - September 22, 2021. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Perry Mount Park Cemetery, 878 N. Perry Street, Pontiac, Michigan.

Dr. William Hill

Sep 21, 2021

William Emerson Hill, MD

Emerson was born August 13, 19333 to Mary Ruth and Ben A. Hill in Alcoa TN. He was the youngest of six children and was a product of the Alcoa School system. Emerson went to graduate from Howard University as an undergraduate in 1955 where he met and married his wife Betty H....

Joyce Anna Frias

Sep 21, 2021

Joyce Anna Frias of White Lake, Michigan passed away peacefully at her home on September 21 , 2021 at the age of 88. Joyce’s death was preceded by the passing of her husband Abelardo “Lefty” Frias who died in January 2020. Their marriage spanned 69 loving years together filled with fond memories enjoying family gatherings, traveling and wintering for over...

Patricia Marie Lanigan

Sep 16, 2021

In Loving Memory of Patricia Marie Lanigan; January 29, 1958 - September 16, 2021.  Patricia is survived by her son Drew Dood (Advika); and her grandpuppies Clementine and Stella.  She is also survived by her sisters, Mary Ellen (Frank) Vellucci, Kelly (Dale) Fay, Kathy (Ken) Smith, Laurie (David) Butkovich and Peggy Clark; many nieces and nephews; and great nieces...

Kathy Diane Taylor

Sep 15, 2021

In Loving Memory of Kathy Diane Taylor born on February 23, 1953 to the late Mr. Jimmy Green Sr. and Mrs. Mable Green of Pontiac, Michigan. Our Mother was called Home on September 15, 2021, receiving her Golden Wings. She graduated from Pontiac Central High School in 1970. Our Mom Enjoyed Family Time: Drive-In Movies, Fox Theater for Karate movies...

James C Leszczynski

Sep 13, 2021

James Leszczynski – December 20, 1941 to September 13, 2021

James, aka Jim, Jimmy, Umpie, Uncle Jimmy, Husband and Dad – a man little in statue but huge in effervescent energy, endless borderline inappropriate humor and the sweetest and strongest personality ever to walk this earth.  Jim left us after stealing almost 4...

Wendell D. Stafford Jr.

Sep 13, 2021

Wendell Davis Stafford Jr.; age 65; of Pontiac; passed away September 13, 2021. Wendell is the beloved son of Mary and the late Wendell Stafford Sr.. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021...

Gerardo Lugo

Sep 11, 2021

GERARDO “Fatso” LUGO, 54

Gerardo “Fatso” Lugo, 54 of Pontiac, Michigan passed on to heaven on September 11, 2021 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, Mich. from pneumonia & Covid 19.

Gerardo, son of the late Heriberto Lugo Jr. & Teresa Morales, was born on March 3,1967 in Ponce, Puerto...

G.C. "Gary" Alston

Sep 11, 2021

G.C. "Gary" Alston; age 79; of Pontiac; passed away September 11, 2021. Gary is the beloved husband of Erma Alston; loving father of Tad Giles, Shannon Helton, Erin Wilson and Douglas Caemeans; adoring grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of 3. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral...

Sharon Louise Crowe

Sep 11, 2021

Sharon Louise Crowe; of Oakland Township; age 70; passed away on September 11, 2021. Sharon is the beloved wife of Harry James Crowe for 46 years; loving mother of Ryan (Melissa) Crowe and Meaghan (Joshua) Reiser; loving grandmother of Adelyn, Samuel and Gweneth; dear sister of Gail McClung, David (Dianne) Yezbick and Gary (Denise) Yezbick; sister in law of...

Melvin Fremont Helm

Sep 10, 2021

Melvin (Rack) Helm, 82, of Lapeer, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, September 10, 2021.  He was born May 8, 1939 in Bay County, Michigan to the late Burl and Retha Helm.  He was the loving husband to Peggy Helm for 64 years.

He served in the United State Air...