Obituaries

Harold Charles Papson

Harold Charles Papson

Apr 24, 2025

Harold Charles Papson, 85, surrounded by loving family, passed through the Gates of Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Harold was born January 25, 1940 to the late John and Eleanor Papson. He was the loving father of Ann (Keith) Perry, John (Suzanne) Papson, Karen (Juan) Balboa, Michael (Erin) Papson, Kenneth Papson, Michele...

Joyce Ann Hartway

Joyce Ann Hartway

Apr 10, 2025

Joyce Ann Hartway, 83, of Richmond, passed away peacefully April 10, 2025 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital with her loving family by her side. Joyce was born October 10, 1941 to the late Oscar and Freda Fistler. Beloved wife of Robert Hartway; cherished mother of Debbi Williams and Karen (David) Tousignant; caring grandmother of Brittany (Rob) Bordley, Kelsey Williams...

Duane John Rushlow

Duane John Rushlow

Mar 22, 2025

Duane John Rushlow, 89, of Richmond, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Duane was born January 16, 1936 to the late Joseph and Marie Rushlow. Duane married the love of his life, Jacqueline Carpentier, on November 18, 1961. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and worked...

Charles Henry Lafore

Charles Henry Lafore

Feb 25, 2025

Charles Henry LaFore, 87, of Richmond, passed away February 25, 2025 at Blue Water Hospice Home. Charles was born November 25, 1937 to the late George and Saima LaFore. Beloved husband of the late Carol LaFore; adored father of Carrie (Russell) Francis, Curtis LaFore and Caren (Kenneth) Campbell; caring grandfather of Travis, Curtis, Carlie, Candice, Aurora, Noah and Owen;...

Elisabeth Buseman

Elisabeth Buseman

Feb 20, 2025

Elisabeth Busemann, 96, of Columbus Township, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Lake Shore woods Assisted Living in Fort Gratiot, Michigan surrounded by her loving family. Elisabeth was born January 15, 1929 in Germany. The daughter of the late Franz and Elizabeth Gockel. She married Josef Busemann on March 2, 1957. In 1958 they gave birth to...

Sally Ann Jerore

Sally Ann Jerore

Feb 16, 2025

Sally Ann Jerore, 87, of Columbus Twp., passed away peacefully February 16, 2025 at Medilodge of Richmond. Sally was born January 25th, 1938 to the late Harry and Charlotte Parsons. At the Michigan State fair, she met the love of her life, Edward Jerore. In 1959, they married and moved to St. Clair Shores where they went on to...

Patricia Joyce Force

Patricia Joyce Force

Feb 9, 2025

Patricia Joyce Force, 82, of Richmond passed away February 9, 2025 at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Patricia was born November 6, 1942 to the late Raymond and Lollie Hicks. Beloved wife of Dennis Force, devoted Mother of Lisa Curley, Michele (Mike) Anulli, Matthew (Tammy) Force. Cherished Grandmother of Alex and Nicholas Anulli, Bryn Brooklyn, and Colton Force. Caring Sister of...

Darene Ida Martin

Darene Ida Martin

Jan 7, 2025

Darene Ida Martin, 83, of Lenox, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Darene was born August 25, 1941 to the late Nicholas and Madeline Zenick. Cherished mother of Jane (David) Bishop, Gerald (Susan) Martin Jr. and Kelly (Dawn) Martin; adored grandmother of Gerald (Mary) Martin III, Kelly (Kara) Martin II, Marlana (Jason) DeVergilio and Shelby (Joshua) Lesinski; great...

Bernice June Callahan

Bernice June Callahan

Dec 21, 2024

Bernice June Callahan, 71, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 21, 2024 after a hard fought battle with cancer. Bernice was born July 26, 1953 in St. Clair, Michigan, to the late Wallace and Beatrice Teltow. She was a 1971 graduate of Richmond High School. Marrying her husband of 50 years Michael Callahan on April...

Darlene Gail Renier

Darlene Gail Renier

Dec 12, 2024

Darlene Gail Renier, born on January 23, 1956 in Detroit, MI, passed away of natural causes very suddenly on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at approximately 3:15 p.m. at her home in Richmond Twp. She was the beloved daughter of Mary Lee and Kermit Tucker. She was one sister of seven children, Linda Tucker “deceased”, Bruce Tucker “deceased”, Clifton (Braunda)...

Cynthia Helen Schuman

Cynthia Helen Schuman

Dec 8, 2024

Cynthia Helen Schuman, 75, of New Baltimore, passed away December 8, 2024 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Cynthia was born January 23, 1949 to the late Andrew and Patricia Christians. Beloved wife of Danny Schuman; adored mother of Patricia (Dan) Monaghan and David (Tracy) Schuman; cherished grandmother of Gage, Liberty and Ashton Schuman Elena Monaghan, Sierra (Joe) and Jerzey...

Janice Elizabeth Popke

Janice Elizabeth Popke

Nov 29, 2024

Janice Elizabeth Popke, 87, of St. Clair went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, November 29, 2024. Though our hearts are deeply saddened, we receive comfort from the words of our Lord, who says to us: “I am the resurrection and the Life.” These words give us encouragement, knowing that one who has faith in...

Floyd Norman Boike

Floyd Norman Boike

Nov 20, 2024

Floyd Norman Boike, 79, of Richmond Twp., passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Floyd was born May 5, 1945 to the late Clarence and Pearl Boike. Floyd is survived by his children Kristi Boike and Jason (Jodi) Boike, stepdaughter, Michelle Hobson, grandchildren, Paige, Gabriella, Austin, Hunter, Logan, Chase and Brooklyn, great grandchild, Kanon, and...

Heather Marie Oswald

Heather Marie Oswald

Nov 19, 2024

Heather Marie Oswald, 49, of Casco Twp., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born on February 4, 1975, to Robert and Sharon Hernden, Heather brought light and joy to everyone fortunate enough to know her. She was the beloved wife of Todd Oswald, sharing 29 beautiful...

Michael Jerome Vandamme

Michael Jerome Vandamme

Nov 16, 2024

Michael Jerome VanDamme, 76, of Columbus Twp., passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Mike was born April 15, 1948 to the late Jerome and Cecilia VanDamme. Mike is survived by his children, Michael, Brian (Robin), and Gregg VanDamme, grandchildren, Heather (Matt) froehl, Danny (Emily) Lico, Clyde Crankshaw, Michael (Dominique), Gregg, Scott, Hailey, Brian and...

Barbara Anne Mckiernan

Barbara Anne Mckiernan

Nov 15, 2024

Barbara Anne McKiernan, 90, passed away Friday, November 15, 2024 after a long illness. Barbara was born April 7, 1934 to the late E. Buel and Lucille Priestap. Barbara is survived by her husband, John McKiernan, children, Michael (Sue), Patrick, Thomas and Anne  McKiernan and Barbara (Tony) Caporale, grandchildren, Braeden McKiernan, Courtney (Kris) Coronado, Christina (Vincent) Pelino, Maggie, Christopher...

Steven Mark Ozanic

Steven Mark Ozanic

Nov 13, 2024

Steven Mark Ozanic, 62, of Goodells, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Steven is survived by his mother, Judith Ozanic, siblings, Edward (Theresa) Ozanic, Mark Ozanic and Julie Durphy, niece, Rachel, and nephews, Kevin, Aaron and Nolan. Steven is preceded in death by his father, Edward Ozanic and beloved girlfriend, Dawn. Steven enjoyed being outdoors, spending time in...

Elizabeth Ann Bianchi

Elizabeth Ann Bianchi

Nov 9, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Bianchi, 61, of New Haven, formerly Port Huron, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024. Elizabeth was born in Port Huron on February 1, 1963, to the late Duane Hartley and Gloria Arter, formerly Hartley. She was the loving mother of Keely (Jamie) Ptach; and adored Nana of Palmer and Sutton Ptach. Elizabeth is also survived by her...

Helen Sylvia Schoenherr

Helen Sylvia Schoenherr

Nov 2, 2024

Helen Sylvia Schoenherr (nee Biermann), 98, of Richmond, MI, passed away on November 2, 2024, at her home. She was born December 24, 1925, in Warren, MI, the daughter of Joseph L. Biermann and Julia M. Biermann (nee DeFour). Helen married Clement J. (Jack) Schoenherr, on May 3, 1947, in Utica, MI. She and Jack were married 58 years,...

Carlo Fantin

Carlo Fantin

Nov 1, 2024

Carlo Fantin, 89, of Memphis, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024 at McLaren Port Huron Hospital. Carlo was born in Fanzolo, Italy on October 5, 1935 to the late Natale and Edvidge Fantin. Beloved husband of Priscilla Fantin; adored father of Lisa (John) Bergeski, William (Teresa) Fantin, Gerald (Terese) Fantin, Jody (Cynthia) Fantin and Sandra (Christopher) Schremser; grandfather of...