All Obituaries

Frederick “Dean” Betcher Passed away on May 4, 2024 at the age of 95, peacefully holding hands with his beloved wife Josephine of 38 years. Born in Detroit, Michigan on April 8, 1929 to parents Frederick and Emma Betcher. He was the loving father of Susan Krajewski, Fred D. (Kathy) Betcher II, and Sandy (Jeff) Rathnaw. Dear step-father of Madeleine (Mike) Roginski, Gary McNab, Sandy McNab, and the late Keith McNab. Proud grandpa of Sean (Tess), Shane (Mei-an), Shea (Drew), Fred...

James “Jim” Raymond Carravallah, age 76 of Livonia, passed away on May 1, 2024. Loving son of Geraldine and Raymond.  Cherished husband of Cecilia for 52 loving years.  Beloved father of Benjamin and Christina.  Treasured grandfather of Maria, Martin “Pete”, Jason, Eisley, and Benjamin Jr. Dear brother of Robert, Judi, Michael, Edward, Janice, Mary, Jean, Raymond, Theresa, Leonard, and David.  Jim had a passion for numerous activities and causes...

John “Jack” Tenbrunsel of Brighton, Michigan, passed away on May 1, 2024, at the age of 66. Beloved son of the late Donald and Jean (nee.Stacey) Tenbrunsel. Loving brother of Robert (Sissy) Tenbrunsel, Lisa (Gary) Taylor, James “Jim” (Lori) Tenbrunsel, and Ann (Dante) Domenella.  He leaves behind many nieces, nephews, family members and friends. Jack enjoyed cheering on the University of Michigan Football team, his alma mater. He graduated first in his accounting...

Joann Buhl age 84 formerly of Livonia. Beloved sister of Albert (Kim) and the late Marlene Serwatka. Cherished aunt of Mark (Carrie), Michele (Joe), Megan (Dan), Jessica and Lauren (Jack). Loving great aunt to Jamie, Joey, Dylan, Emily, Ezra and great-great aunt to Henry. Also survived by many other loving family and friends.   Visitation will be held Sunday ~ April 21, 2024 1:00pm-7:00pm Fred Wood Funeral Home ~ Rice Chapel 36100 Five Mile Rd. Livonia (E. of...

Mario Leopardi age 94 of Livonia. Loving Husband of Isolina for 65 years. Beloved Papa of Erminio and the late Anthony. Proud Nonno of Sophia, Isabella, Maria and Anthony. Dearest Brother of the late Natalina D’Amato and Guido Leopardi. Dear Father-In-Law of Patti Leopardi and Lisa Amico. Also survived by many loving family and friends all around the world. Visitation will be held Monday ~ April 15, 2024 3:00pm-8:00pm with a 7:00pm Rosary Fred Wood Funeral Home ~ Rice Chapel 36100...

Sandra “Sandy” Falvo Passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 65. Born in Detroit, Michigan on February 3, 1959 to her late parents Samuel and Dorothy Falvo. Loving mother of Jeremy (Alexis) Jagosz, Justin (Tracey) Jagosz, Danny (Kristy) Jagosz, and Cody Jagosz. Proud grandma of Parker, Piper, Summer, Skylar, Lorelei, Connor, and Savannah. Dear sister of Denise (Tom) Atkins and Mark Falvo. Dearest aunt “G.A.S” of TJ, Sam, Tedi, Sean, Gabriella, and Catherine. She...

Visitation will be held Tuesday ~April 9, 2024 3:00pm-8:00pm 6:45pm Police Honors  Rosary 7:00pm Fred Wood Funeral Home ~ Rice Chapel 36100 Five Mile Rd. Livonia (E. of Levan)   Funeral Service will be held Wednesday April 10, 2024 Instate 10:00am, Mass 10:30am St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church 11441 Hubbard, Livonia, Michigan   On Friday April 5, at 95 years old Bill Collins exhaled his last breath surrounded by his daughters and wonderful caregivers....

Age 80, formerly of Redford and Livonia. Cherished Wife of the late Michael Pingilley. Beloved Mother of Stacey (Mark) Warren and Linnea Nilsson. Loving Nona of Mason,and the late Zachary and a nona in love to Sean. Also survived by many other loving family and friends.    Please keep the Pingilley Family in your thoughts and prayers. Private services are being held. 

Ronald William Rink Passed away on March 27, 2024 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Hilda Rink for 45 wonderful years. Loving father of Kristi (Dan) Offer, Jamie (Chris Marx) Rink, and Brian (Jackie) Rink. Cherished Papa of Derek, Kaden, Charlotte, Norah, and soon to be Baby Boy Rink. Dear brother of Pamela, Larry, Deanna, Christine, Karen, Cheryl, Denise, and Tracey. He is preceded in death by his parents Larry Rink and Barbara Lochmayer. Ronald enjoyed bowling and spending time on the...

Roy Mathieson Stewart Passed away peacefully on March 25, 2024, at the age of 91. Beloved husband of the late Julie Ann Stewart for 61 wonderful years. Loving father of David and Mary Jane. Cherished grandfather of Alexandria, Michael, Renee, and Maxwell.  Proud great-grandfather of Sophia. Dear brother of Joyce Hall and the late Clifford Stewart.  He leaves behind many other loving family members and friends. Roy enjoyed cheering on his favorite sports teams. In...