Highland, MI Obituaries

James G. Banes, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on June 21, 2026 at the age of 80. James was born on February 13, 1946 in Pontiac to James H. Banes and Merle M....

Nancy Irene Konkle, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born on March 22, 1935, in Pontiac, Michigan. Nancy was a woman whose life was defined ...

Dawn M. Craig, a resident of Goodrich, died peacefully in her daughter’s home, surrounded by love, on June 16, 2026, at the age of 58. She was born on September 3, 1967, in Pontiac, Michigan to Joseph...

Jane M. Warren, age 93 of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Jane had a gentle spirit, a kind heart, and a warm smile. Jane was born on February 8, 1933 in Detroit, Michigan...

David Eugene Hill, Sr., age 82, of Hartland, Township, Michigan, passed away on June 10, 2026. He was born on December 27, 1943, in Brighton, Michigan, and lived a life marked by intelligence, courage...

Pamela Sue Zeeman, known lovingly as Pam, passed away on June 11, 2026, in Milford, Michigan, from complications following a stroke. She was born on April 19, 1949, in Pontiac, Michigan, and lived a l...

John Henry Bechtel, age 97, of Highland, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his lake house on June 4, 2026. Born on May 16, 1929, in Highland Park, Michigan, John was the beloved son of Henry and Et...

Amy Turner, a longtime resident of White Lake Township, passed away peacefully at the age of 60 after a full day of visitation from many friends and family members. Born in Sandusky, Ohio on March 3,...

Robert (Bob) McMahon, April 4, 1947 - June 6, 2026. In his own words, shared with his wife of 57 years, looking out over the lake they both loved, Robert (Bob) McMahon said “we have had a very good ...

Joy Marie May, age 74 of Highland, Michigan passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026. Joy was born in Pontiac, Michigan on February 17, 1952 to Ernest and Ruth (Gundrum) Daniels. They preceded her in death...

Charles Carey Baker, known to family and friends as Carey, passed away on May 28, 2026, in Commerce Township, Michigan, at the age of 71. Born on March 25, 1955, in Michigan, Carey lived a life marke...

Gerald "Jerry" Scott Waligora, 66, of Placida, Florida, passed away on April 23, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. While Jerry's time with us ended far too soon, his spirit, humor, and generosity contin...

Sean M. Crook, age 31, of Milford, Michigan, passed away on May 25, 2026. Sean was born in Commerce Twp., Michigan on June 9, 1994. Sean found peace in nature and loved taking walks outside, He enjoy...

Carol Ann Lehman Tralongo Layton Born December 23, 1933, “Christmas” Carol grew up in Tottenville, Staten Island, the only child of Frank and Caroline (Wallum) Lehman. Frank co-owned the Lehman Broth...

Diane Hilton (née Krupa), a resident of White Lake, passed away on May 22, 2026. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 18, 1955 to Stephen and Dorothy (née Bork) Krupa. Diane filled many roles ...

Dorothy Mae Sherk, of White Lake, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on December 5, 1929, Dorothy was the beloved daughter of Virgil and Catherine (née McVay) Isham. She l...

Gary Otto Tino was born on December 13, 1933 in Troy, MI. He passed away peacefully in his home on May 17, 2026 at the age of 92. He was married for 71 years to his sweetie pie Catherine Anne Tino. T...

Carole Ann Ziegler passed on May 17, 2026, at the age of 87, and was born on December 12, 1938. She was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan.

Daniel Raymond LaFontaine, age 75, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on May 10, 2026. He was born on September 23, 1950, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, and throughout his life he carried with him the...

Lynne R. McKenna, age 87, of Clarkston, Michigan, formerly of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Lynne was born in Elmira, New York, to Clifford and Myra Jones. Lynne dedicate...

Raymond William Aho, born December 3, 1943 and passed away May 5, 2026 was a loving husband to Wilma (Tamm) Aho and father to William (Kim) Bowers of Fairview, MI, Debbie (Brian) Slye of Ontonagon, MI...

Betty Lillian Kopriva passed on May 4, 2026, at the age of 92; born April 25, 1934, Betty lived in White Lake, Michigan.

Mark Andrew Venie, age 71 of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. Mark was born in Detroit, Michigan to Harold and Isabel Venie. Mark was a m...

Thomas Joel McDonnell, age 74, of Holly, Michigan, passed away on April 19, 2026. He was born on December 14, 1951, to Gerald and Virginia McDonnell. Tom is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, G...

Lee Raymond Rusetzke, age 74, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on April 13, 2026. He was born on January 20, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan, and lived a life marked by love, laughter, talent, and dedi...

Michael W. Genson, age 91 of White Lake Twp., Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. He was born on April 27, 1934 to Anthony and Anna Gensorowski in Detroit, Michigan. Mike retired from ...

Phyllis Ann Moore, age 95, of Highland, Michigan passed away April 3, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born September 22, 1930 in Pontiac, Michigan Phyllis was the devoted wife of the lat...

Scott Joseph Swackhamer, known to many as “Swack,” passed away on April 1, 2026, in Highland, Michigan, at the age of 49. Born on February 13, 1977, in Pontiac, Michigan, he lived a life marked by har...

Lois G. Martin, age 84 of Hartland Twp., Michigan formerly of Louisville, KY, passed away on March 31, 2026. She was born on July 29, 1941 in Louisville, KY to Dewey and Nona Richardson. Lois was very...

Carolyn Marie Ascencio (nee LeJack), a resident of Howell, passed away on March 29th, 2026. Carolyn was born in Dearborn, MI to John and Eleanor LeJack on December 23rd, 1941. Carolyn is survived by ...

Richard Edward Presley, age 79, passed away on March 27th, 2026. A resident of White Lake, Richard was born in Detroit on August 27th, 1946 to James and Barbara Presley. Richard is survived by his wi...

Cody Stepanian, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on a warm evening, Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the age of 34. Cody will be deeply missed by so many, although at times he carried...

Trevon Payne Hamilton, 35, of Waterford Township, passed away on March 22, 2026. Born on August 6th, 1990, Trevon was known for his kind nature, huge heart, sense of humor, ease of athleticism, and ...

Dwayne Allen Shockey of Highland, Michigan, born February 10, 1957, passed peacefully at home on March 21, 2026. He is now reunited in heaven with his parents, Lewis and Grace Shockey, and his beloved...

Christopher Pagel passed away on January 10, 2026, at the age of 56. Born on April 13, 1969, Christopher was a resident of Commerce Township, Michigan.

Yvonne Evelyn Bare, age 74, of West Bloomfield, MI, passed away on March 19, 2026. She is survived by her daughter Melissa Bare, her daughter Allana McDonald (Wil Fairless), her grandson Dylan Bare, a...

Derrick Joseph Dearman, of Highland Twp., MI, age 59, passed away on March 1, 2026. He will be remembered as a man who found his greatest joy in the simple and meaningful moments of life- time with f...

Edward Clarence Passmore, age 91, of Waterford, met his Savior on Saturday, February 21st, 2026. Left to cherish his memory are his three loving sons: Ed (Lynda) Passmore, Bryan Passmore, and Mike (Pa...

Cheryl A. Jacek, 77, of Milford, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026. Born on July 26, 1948, in Wyandotte, she lived a life defined by kindness, quiet strength, and an unwavering love for othe...

Roberta “Bobbi” Lynell Brown, a beloved family matriarch and longtime resident of White Lake, passed away on February 14, 2026, at the age of 78. Born March 15, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan, she was the...

Sharon Ann Duffing, age 83 of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on February 13, 2026. She was born on March 17, 1942 to Robert and Teresa Miller in Detroit, Michigan. Sharon was happiest when she was ...

William Raymond Brendel was born on February 22, 1937, in Clarkston, Michigan. He passed away on February 6, 2026, at the age of 88. He was a resident of White Lake, Michigan. Husband of the late Joy...

Gene Allan "Geno" Sousa, aged 80, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with the love of his family. Born on December 16, 1945, in Highland Park, Michigan, Geno was a man...

Our most beloved Alton “Al” Valentini, husband, daddy, grandpa, big brother, teacher of God’s Word, friend to all, went to be with His Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 29th at 4:18 AM. Al was bo...

Christine Rose Stone passed away on January 20, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on January 17, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan, Christine was a cherished wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. Chris...

Sharon Lezette Watkins, affectionately known as "Queenie" by those who knew her best, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, at the age of 84 in Commerce Township, Michigan. Born on November 22, ...

Lynn Ellen Erickson, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, at her home in White Lake, Michigan. Born November 30, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, Lynn's ...

Gary Leon Melton, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Commerce Township, Michigan, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, a...

Beth Alison Lipscomb, a loving daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 57. Born in Pontiac, Michigan, on May 14, 1968, Beth was the cherished daughter of John and ...

Klann, Vivian (née VunCannon), age 94, of Highland, Michigan, passed away on January 13, 2026. Born in Royal Oak, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Mary VunCannon. Vivian married Jo...