Obituaries

Dec 10, 2024

Howard L. Phelps Jr.; of Lake Orion; age 87; passed away on December 10, 2024 in the company of family and friends.  In 1955 Howard graduated from Lake Orion High School, and later married Jean Lois Myre, whom preceeded him in death in October of 2024.  Together, they shared 65 years of marriage.  He was a resident of Lake...

Dec 9, 2024

Sutherland, Jeffrey, known by all as “Jeff”, originally from Romeo, MI, and a long-time resident of the Lake Orion area, passed to his next great adventure on December 9, 2024.  Jeff was born on July 30, 1944. He attended Romeo schools and graduated from Romeo High School, followed by college at Michigan State University; Jeff was always a diehard...

Dec 8, 2024

Annmarie Lucille Stepp; of Oxford, Michigan; age 65; lost her courageous battle with cancer on December 8, 2024. She was the beloved wife of Randall Stepp for 29 ½ years; loving mother of Laura (Michael) Farrell; adoring grandmother of Giovanni and Gianna Farrell, and three step-children who she all leaves behind to cherish in her memory. Ann is preceded...

Dec 5, 2024

Carlyle W. McCormick; of Rochester Hills; age 78; passed away on December 5, 2024.  Carl is the beloved husband of Beth for 52 years; loving father of Dawn McCormick, Christina (Tony) DeMartini and Heather (Bill) LaLonde; loving grandfather Courtney, Ailsa, Patryck, Josh, Grace, Emma and Lily; and dear brother of Mickie, the late Robert (the late Sandy), Janice (Gary),...

Dec 2, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of David Welch, who left this world on December 2nd, 2024 at the age of 44. David was a beloved son, brother, uncle, dear friend, whose kindness, humor, and unwavering strength touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Born on April 11th, 1980 in Lapeer, Michigan, David...

Dec 1, 2024

Martha Ann Ziegler (Trejo) 1953 – 2024

Martha Ann Ziegler, age 71 of Waterford, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home, with her family by her side on December 1,2024.

Martha was born in Boerne, Texas, in 1953 to Felix and Stella Trejo (who preceded her in Death). Martha was a beloved Mother to...

Nov 28, 2024

Linda Sue Purvis, 86 of Oxford, Michigan passed away at home on Thursday, November 28, 2024 surrounded by her beloved family.  She was born December 20, 1937 in Pontiac, Michigan to the late Henry and Jessie Nichols.  Linda married her high school sweetheart Larry in December 1955.  She was preceded in death by her brother Jack Nichols of Keego...

Nov 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Katherine Margo Goltz, who left this world on November 28, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on July 15, 1946, Katherine was a beacon of love, generosity, and strength to all who knew her.

Kathie was the cherished mother of Ward Goltz Jr., Grant P....

Nov 23, 2024

George J. Bolvari II was born in Chicago Illinois on November 30, 1946 to parents George Bolvari Sr. and Dorothy Bolvari, nee Staich. He passed away with his family at his side, on November 23, 2024 after a lengthy illness. George grew up in Oak Park MI and proudly served in the United States Air Force. Service to his...

Nov 23, 2024

Arlene June Kern; of Lake Orion; age 87; passed away on November 23, 2024.  Arlene is the beloved mother of Paul (Sandra) Kern, Kathy Cronin and William (Terra) Kern; loving grandma of Kelly, Melessa (Matt), Curtis, Steven, Brooke (Logan), Bethany (Max) and Brandon (Alexis); and loving great grandma of Morgan, Emily, Josephine, Olivia, Kaiya, Takoda, Emmery, Dez, Adelyne, Rochelle,...

Nov 23, 2024

Ron Mancini; a longtime resident of Lake Orion, passed away on November 23, 2024 at 85 years of age.  Outside of working for Chrysler for many years, Ron just loved cars.  And racing them.  Over the years, he set many records at the track and earned many trophies along the way.  Ron achieved so much success that he was...

Nov 21, 2024

Matthew Meredith Henry Nov 1 1963 - Nov 21 2024

The family grieves the sudden loss of Matthew, survived by his wife Silvia, sons Lucas and David, and dog Trooper.  He is also survived by his mother Margaret Henry, sisters Kimberly (Don) McClain, Jacquelyn (Steve) Filarecki and brothers James K Henry and Mark (Cindy) Henry.  He is...

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...