White Lake, MI Obituaries

Linda Gilchrist, who was born on October 10, 1948, in Dearborn, Michigan, and passed away on August 5, 2026, in Commerce Township, Michigan, lived a life marked by love, creativity, and devotion to th...

Allen Hamp, age 84, passed away on August 4, 2026. Born on May 3, 1942, to Roger and Bernice Hamp in Lake Odessa, MI, Allen’s life reflected steady devotion—to family, to faith, and to the work set be...

Loretta Ann Hall passed on August 1, 2026, at the age of 88, having been born on March 7, 1938, and residing in White Lake, Michigan.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Glen Winfield Warner, who was 94 years old. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Glen peacefully passed away o...

In the care of Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa Ethan James Schlappi, Freeport Michigan, was born in Grand Rapids Michigan on September 4, 2008 to Rose and Nathan Schlappi, moving to Freeport with h...

Amber Ann Simmons was born on September 7, 2009, and passed on July 27, 2026, after a tragic accident. Amber with her world brightening smile will be dearly missed by her parents Todd and Julie Simmo...

Carmen Garcia Abinoja, age 93, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on July 26, 2026. Born in the Philippines, Carmen carried with her a lifelong love of gardening, a passion that began in her homelan...

Judith Lynn DeBoer, age 82, of Grand Blanc, Michigan, passed away on July 26, 2026. She was born on January 17, 1944, in Waterford, Michigan, and lived a life marked by love, creativity, and devotion ...

Steven Eugene Courser, 72, passed away on July 22, 2026. He was born on August 27, 1953. Steven worked at Steelcase for many years, earning the respect of those around him through steady dedicatio...

Joann Anita Woodworth passed away peacefully at 7:45 pm on July 21, 2026, in Denver, Colorado, at the age of 93. Born on January 22, 1933, in Bennington, Michigan, Joann most recently lived in Goodri...

John W. "Jack" Adams, age 98, of White Lake, Michigan, formerly of Dearborn Heights, Michigan passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026. Jack was born in Plains, Pennsylvania on August 31, 1927. He proud...

Rodney Wildman passed on July 16, 2026, at the age of 58 at his home after a brief fight with cancer. Rod was born to Robert and Maxine (Leiby) Wildman on January 1, 1968 in Ionia, MI. He was an avi...

Jeffrey William Moser, age 67, of White Lake Twp., Michigan, passed away on July 15, 2026. He was born on March 3, 1959 to Charles and Jean (Smith) Moser in Pontiac, Michigan. Jeff will be remembered...

Andrew Eastridge, 65, of Lake Odessa, Michigan, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on July 14, 2026. He was born on October 23, 1960, in Fredericksburg, VA, to Clinton Eastridge and Charlotte Crismo...

Rudolph Curtis Kutey, also known as "Rudy" or "Dr. Ru", 78, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, surrounded by his family. Rudy was born on March 9, 1948 in Detroit, to M...

Gary Rottman, age 64, went to be with his Heavenly Father on July 10, 2026. Born October 14, 1961, in Pontiac, Michigan, Gary was the son of Dr. G Jay and Barbara (Beimers) Rottman. He was a graduate ...

James Edward Watt, Sr., affectionately known as “Grizzly” and Jim, passed away on July 9, 2026, in Commerce Township, Michigan, at the age of 74 after a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Jim...

Ruth Ann Wallace, nee Radway, 88, of White Lake, Michigan, formerly of Novi, Michigan and Margate, Florida died on July 8, 2026. She is survived by Art Wallace, her husband of 45 years, and the proud...

Gerald Lee “Jerry” Morenz Gerald Lee “Jerry” Morenz passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, surrounded by his loving family. Though our hearts are broken, we find co...

Joseph Martin Gardner, a longtime resident of Commerce, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026. Joseph was born on October 15, 1936, in Hughestown, Pennsylvania, to James and Elizabeth (Ge...

John Cabot Ross, a resident of Commerce, passed away on July 2, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on November 21, 1937, in Highland Park, Michigan, John was the son of John and Helen Ross. He was a devote...

Janice Ilene Maxim (née McVay), born March 27, 1939, passed away on July 2nd, 2026, after facing cancer with quiet courage for more than ten years. Through a decade of treatments she never complained,...

Barbara Luanne Doerr, known lovingly to family and friends as Barbie, passed away on June 23, 2026, in Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 66. Born on August 8, 1959, in Pontiac, Michigan, Barbie lived ...

Thomas K. Smith, age 86, of Clarksville, MI, went to his heavenly home on June 21, 2026. Born on October 7, 1939, in Ionia, MI, he was the son of the late Calvin and Stella Smith. Raised as the son of...

Kelly Elizabeth Green, age 54, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on June 16, 2026. Born on February 27, 1972, in Royal Oak, Michigan, to Philip and Jane Kress, Kelly will be remembered for her kin...

Roger “Rog” Lee Lowry, Jr., age 60, of Waterford, Michigan, passed away on June 17, 2026. He was born on April 28, 1966, in Pontiac, Michigan, and lived a life marked by love, humor, hard work, and de...

Karen Byington, age 65, was born to William and Dorothy (Decker) Swift on December 16, 1960. She graduated from Maple Valley Highschool after which she attended Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music,...

Shavon Marie Plantrich passed on June 8, 2026, at the age of 48, born April 4, 1978, in Wayne, Michigan, and a resident of Ortonville, Michigan.

It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of Leonard (Doc) Earl Dockter, who passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2026, at the age of 65. Doc was born July 24, 1960, to Dal...

In the early minutes of Sunday, June 7, 2026, Patricia P. Reser, 88, of Clarksville, Michigan, peacefully breathed her last earthly breath and was ushered into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus C...

Francis E Simon, age 97, passed away on June 5, 2026 in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born December 9, 1928, to Arthur and Clara Simon in Portland, MI, Francis lived a long life marked by ...

Diane Cecelia Zaya, a longtime resident of White Lake Township, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on September 26, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, Diane was the beloved daugh...

In Loving Memory of Laurie Ann Smith December 31, 1962 – June 5, 2026 She was 63yrs old With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Laurie Ann Smith, on June 5, 2026. Laurie...

Theresa Carmella Fodale (nee Dalessandro), a longtime resident of Commerce Township, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on January 18, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, Theresa ...

Robert Rasche, age 86, passed away on May 26, 2026. He was born on July 25, 1939, in Jasper, Indiana, to Martin and Hattie Rasche. Robert resided in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Robert’s life was marked...

John M. Himes passed away on October 25, 2025, at the age of 73.

Sharel Sue Brown, age 81 of Commerce Twp., Michigan passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of family, music, joy and faith. Sharel truly was an angel walking on this earth- a w...

Wiegert, Doris Amelia; age 103; passed from life to eternal life on Friday, May 22, 2026. Doris was born on May 18, 1923, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Arthur and Florence (Thompson) Grawburg. Do...

Brent August Jones, age 55, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on May 17, 2026, leaving behind a life marked by love, laughter, curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the people and experiences that...

Barbara Francis of White Lake, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on May 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Barbara attended Dominican High School before...

James Ronald Harter of Commerce Township passed away on May 19, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on May 5, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, James was the son of George and Gertrude Harter. He lived a life mar...

Connie Sue Mitchell passed on May 18, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on July 26, 1950, Connie Sue Mitchell was a resident of Clarksville, Michigan.

Elizabeth Jane Kapeluch, of Waterford, passed away on May 16, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on March 26, 1929, Elizabeth was the beloved daughter of Joseph and Catherine (née Sedlock) Strishock. She l...

Howard Paul “Butch” Christian, age 80, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on May 16, 2026. He was born on October 13, 1945, in Pontiac, Michigan. Butch was the beloved husband of Barb, marrying on...

Nancy Ella Hoyt, age 90, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026. She was born on July 11, 1935, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Julian and Helen Bradburn, and lived a life marked by ...

Edward Henderlong, age 69, of White Lake, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Ed retired from Red Laser. He was the former owner of P & E Steel Stairs. Ed also loved to golf. He could often be fou...

William Laslavich, age 94 of White Lake, Michigan formerly of Warren, Michigan passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026 at New Hope of White Lake. William was a man of resilience, creativity, and deep spi...

Robert Geoffry Covington, a resident of Wixom, passed away on May 9, 2026, at the age of 76. Robert was born on December 4, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Basil and Lois Covington, who preceded him in...

Barbara Arbaugh—known to many as “BarbiArby,” and lovingly called “BaBaAnn” by her husband—passed away on May 6, 2026, in West Bloomfield, MI at the age of 68. To be honest, she’d probably be annoyed ...

Marge Geoghegan, of White Lake, passed away at home peacefully on May 5th, 2026 at the age of 92. Margaret Joan Kerner was born in Petoskey, Mich., to parents George and Ava Kerner in 1933. She grew u...