All Obituaries

Mrs. Betty M. Shinsky, age 92, passed away October 14, 2019 at Lockwood of Fenton. She is the loving wife of the late Paul V. Shinsky. Surviving are her children, Ken (Kathy) Shinsky of Livonia, James (Linda) Shinsky of Niles, Daniel (Mary) Shinsky Linden, Barbara (Rodney) Zachman of Newaygo, Seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and friends.  She was born to Arthur and Gertrude Fox on September 14, 1927, grew up in Detroit, MI. She married Paul V....

Robert S. Duffney, “Bob”, age 77, passed away surrounded by his family on October 6, 2019. Beloved husband of Judy for 46 years. Dear father of Lisa (Wayne) Werth, Marget (John) Gusumano and Andrea Perani. Loving grandfather of Kayla, Alyssa, Emma, Joey, Payton, Audrey, Robert, Ben, Johnny and Bobby. Great grandfather of Kaiden, Harper, Oaklee and Riley. Bob was an avid collector of many things; including Legos, books, old western movies and especially Hot Wheels. He was even...

Jennifer Asmus Sullivan, age 54, passed away surrounded by her family on October 5, 2019. Beloved wife of Joseph for over 30 years. Dear mother of Patrick (Kristen Gratton) Sullivan. Loving daughter of Louis Asmus and Judith (Richard) Weir.  Sister of Chip (Stephanie) Asmus and Chris Weir. Jennifer also leaves many nieces, nephews and loving friends.  A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, December 14, 11am at St. John’s Catholic Church, Howell.

Mrs. Bernice Ruth Griesbach, born Bernice Hoelter on June 11, 1924, passed away September 20, 2019 in Fenton.  She is survived by her children, Pamela J. (Chas) Handley and Timothy J. (Ludmila) Griesbach; grandchildren, Kathryn A. Handley and Alexei R. Griesbach; and many friends.  Bernice was a radiant, warm, caring, positive and joyous woman, loving parent and grandparent who faced life with sheer confidence and her utter assurance in Christ.  Bernice was married to A....

Mr. Randy W. Strong, age 65, died September 19, 2019 at Ascension Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc.  He is the son of William Strong.  A memorial mass will be held Thursday, September 24, at 10:30am, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Fenton.  Fr. David Harvey will officiate.  Interment will follow in St. John Catholic Cemetery.

Join a historic cause by helping say good bye to  Three U.S. War Veterans From the same family who fought in the Civil War, WWI and WWII With the Blessings and Support of a Grateful Nation these veterans will be buried side-by-side at a national military cemetery These three veterans are all related - Peter Armstead Civil War Veteran is Robert Earl Armstead’s WWII great-grandfather and Robert Earl Armstead (a.k.a. Earl) WWI Veteran is Robert Earl Armstead’s (WWII) uncle....

William G. Graves, age 81, passed away on September 17, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Darlene. Loving father and grandfather. Veteran's Honors will take place in October at Great Lakes National Cemetery.

Mr. John Meredith III, age 72, died peacefully September 16, 2019 at his home in Swartz Creek.  He is the loving husband of Sheryl Meredith.  Also surviving are his children, Amy(Mark) Forbush, Courtney(Eric) Good, and John IV(Jody) Meredith; six grandchildren; sisters, Sharon(Gerald) Reigle, and Jackie Schweigert; faithful companion, “Murphy”; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 28, 2019, at 1pm, at the...

Jane Mrowka, age 86, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Dear mother of Mark (Karen) Mrowka, Patricia (Scott) Maloney and Linda (Fred) Rubarth. Loving grandmother of Ken, Gregg, Kira, Whitney and John. Great Grandmother of Shayla and Camila. Sister of Dolores Isenberg, Karen Reynolds and David Gould.  Jane loved to entertain and hosted many family holiday gatherings. She was an excellent cook, baker and seamstress. Every season she would can...

Bridget J. Duncan, age 52 passed away after a long battle with cancer. Loving mother, sister, aunt and friend. Private family services will be held.