All Obituaries

Francis X. Azzopardi age 91 of Plymouth. Beloved husband of the late Florence for over 64 years. Cherished father of Mark (Terri), Maryellen (Ken) Sobczak, John (Cindy), Steven (Dianne), Susan (Doug) Ehrheart, and Diana (Erich) Heuschele. Proud grandpa of Lauren, Nicholas, Michael, Mitchell, Christian, Alex, Emily, Paul, Brian, Daniel D., Daniel F., and great grandpa of Leonardo, Vivian, and Luca. Also survived by many other loving family members and friends. Visitation will be held Friday...

Richard “Dick” Hurttgam Passed away surrounded by his loving family on March 27, 2023, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Mary Lou for 62 wonderful years. Loving father of Beth (Richard) Rexford, Richard “Rick” Hurttgam, and Jill (Bryan) Lynch. Cherished Gramps to Krista, Steven, Robert, Rachel, Cory, Tyler, and the late Richie. Proud great-grandpa to Jordyn, Gage, Karsyn, Adalynn, Ethan, Elliott, Harmony, Rich, Barrett, Mason, Owen, Landon, Noah, and Luca. He...

Rita Elizabeth Adams Formerly of Livonia, age 101, passed away peacefully March 27, 2023. Rita was predeceased by her devoted husband of 65 years, Robert E. Adams, in 2010. Beloved mother of Laurice (James) Bray, Amy (Tim) George and Marci L. Adams. Survived by many loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. Rita was a proud WWII US Marine Corps veteran serving in Pearl Harbor. She graduated from Madonna University and was a devout Catholic her entire life, a selfless...

Joseph Lawrence Sandel, Age 86 was surrounded by his wife and children when he went home to the Lord on March 24, 2023. Cherished husband of Patricia for 65 wonderful years.  Beloved father of Laura (Gary) Steffy, Joseph (Maria), and Michael (Shannon).  Adored grandfather of 5, great-grandfather of 6. Preceded in death by his parents Walter and Lottie Sandel, and his brother Edmond Sandel. He will be missed by many loving family members and friends. Joseph was a senior designer at...

Rick Frayer age 68 of Livonia. Cherished father of Jamie (Chris Mester), Ryan, and Joseph. Proud grandpa of Raqueal and great-grandpa of Frankie Joe. Loving brother of Roger (Connie). Dearest uncle of Chris. Also survived by many other loving family and friends. Rick was the life of the party. He will be deeply missed. Visitation will be held Thursday ~ March 23, 2023 Gathering 2:00pm-8:00pm Funeral Service 2:30pm Fred Wood Funeral Home ~ Rice Chapel 36100 Five Mile Rd. Livonia (E....

James "Swede" Peterson Jim passed away on March 20, 2023, at the age of 88. Beloved husband of the late Norma Peterson. Loving father of Karen Peterson, Kim (Pat) Dunn, Kirk (Candy) Peterson, and the late Kathy Peterson. Proud grandfather of Ryan Dunn, Jeremy Bullard, Alexa (Eric) Holsten, Griffin Peterson, Emma Peterson, and Nathan Peterson. Cherished great-grandfather of Harper Holsten. He leaves behind many other loving family members and friends. Jim enjoyed playing cards,...

James Elvin age 78 of Livonia. Cherished husband of the late Barbara. Loving father of James and the late Christine. Beloved uncle of Angela (Bill) Govier, Wes, Garrit and Cheri (Scott) Govier-Blanchura. Dearest brother-in-law of Carol (Bill) Govier and Jim (Marcia) Begeman. Also survived by many other loving family and friends.   A memorial gathering Thursday ~ March 30, 2023 5:00pm-8:00pm Fred Wood Funeral Home ~ Rice Chapel 36100 Five Mile Rd. Livonia (E. of...

Leslie M. Najarian Leslie passed away on March 12, 2023, at the age of 84. He was born in Highland Park, Michigan on October 23, 1938 to parents Sarkis and Elizabeth Najarian. Leslie was a 1956 Cooley High School graduate. Shortly after graduation he started a family and a career as a chief engineer at the Detroit Statler Hotel. Leslie was the beloved father of Tony, Sarkis (Vicki), and the late Duane (the late Diane). Loving grandfather of 4. Dear brother of James (Margaret), Jerry...

Eugene Luke Scott age 89. On March 12, 2023 Eugene went to heaven to be with his beloved wife Barbara (nee: Mallow) and his family. Eugene was the seventh son of twelve children to Vince and Rose Scott. Loving father of Ann (Steve) Fabirkiewicz, Eugene (Karen) Scott, Janet (Christopher) Roos and Rose LaFountain. Cherished grandpa to Barbara Harrington, Michael Roos, Matthew Roos, Ryan Scott, Adam Fabirkiewicz, Marcus Roos, Sarah Scott and Lauren (James) Barbera. Adored great-grandpa to...

Ron Fick age 86 of Livonia. Cherished husband of the late Mary for over 65 years. Beloved father of Cindy and John (Annamaria). Proud grandpa of Jacob and Aaron and great-grandpa of Henry. Loving brother of Marlene Pollard, Judy Schoonover, Karen (Rich) Ellstrom and Debbie (Mike) Manoogian. Also survived by many other loving family and friends.   Visitation and Service will be held at Fred Wood Funeral Home ~ Rice Chapel 36100 Five Mile Rd. (E. of Levan) Friday ~ March 10,...