With great sadness, we announce the passing of our mother Barbara Ann Denis on Dec. 16, 2024. She was born on Aug. 25, 1941 in Pontiac. Barbara was a longtime resident of Lake Orion. She was preceded in death by her two husbands, Marvin Menefee Jr. and Raymond Larry Denis; and her son Jeffrey L. […]
Howard L. Phelps Jr. of Lake Orion passed away on Dec. 10, 2024 in the company of family and friends. He was 87 years old. In 1955, Howard graduated from Lake Orion High School and later married Jean Lois Myre, whom preceded him in death in October of 2024. Together, they shared 65 years of […]
Charles Thomas McKinney, Sr., “Tom”, of Chase Township, age 76, passed away to his heavenly home on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. Tom was born on July 11, 1948, in Pontiac to George Thomas and Edith Emily (Nique) McKinney. He attended Lake Orion Schools and then went on to serve in the United States Navy from […]
Jeffrey Sutherland, known by all as “Jeff,” originally from Romeo, MI, and a long-time resident of the Lake Orion area, passed to his next great adventure on Dec. 9, 2024. Jeff was born on July 30, 1944. He attended Romeo schools and graduated from Romeo High School, followed by college at Michigan State University; Jeff […]
In Loving Memory of Sue Watterworth August 10, 1957 – December 5, 2024 It is with heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Sue Watterworth, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She has blessed us with a legacy of joy, love, and unwavering faith. Sue was […]
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Blair James Hamm, who left us on Dec. 7, 2024, at the age of 50. Blair was a loving husband, father, brother, son and friend. He was known for his sharp wit, infectious humor, and the genuine warmth he brought to every room he […]
Carlyle W. McCormick of Rochester Hills passed away on Dec. 5, 2024. He was 78 years old. Carl is the beloved husband of Beth for 52 years; loving father of Dawn McCormick, Christina (Tony) DeMartini and Heather (Bill) LaLonde; loving grandfather of Courtney, Ailsa, Patryck, Josh, Grace, Emma and Lily; and dear brother of Mickie, […]
Annmarie Lucille Stepp of Oxford, Michigan lost her battle with cancer on Dec. 8, 2024. She was 65 years old. Ann leaves behind to cherish in her memory her beloved husband of 29-and-a-half years, Randall Stepp; loving daughter, Laura (Michael) Farrell; adoring grandchildren, Giovanni and Gianna Farrell, and her three stepchildren. Ann is preceded in […]
Nov. 1, 1963 – Nov. 21, 2024 The family grieves the sudden loss of Matthew, survived by his wife Silvia, sons Lucas and David, and dog Trooper. He is also survived by his mother Margaret Henry, sisters Kimberly (Don) McClain, Jacquelyn (Steve) Filarecki and brothers James K Henry and Mark (Cindy) Henry. He is pre-deceased […]
Arlene June Kern of Lake Orion passed away on Nov. 23, 2024. She was 87 years old. Arlene is the beloved mother of Paul (Sandra) Kern, Kathy Cronin and William (Terra) Kern; loving grandma of Kelly, Melessa (Matt), Curtis, Steven, Brooke (Logan), Bethany (Max) and Brandon (Alexis); and loving great-grandma of Morgan, Emily, Josephine, Olivia, […]