It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard B. Light, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Richard left us peacefully on December 23, 2024 at the age of 94. He was with his five devoted children – Debbie, Steve, Mike, Scott and Bob during his final moments. Born on October 18, […]
Robert L. Garvey of Lake Orion left us suddenly on Dec. 23, 2024. He was 66 years old. Robert is the loving son of Lawrence Garvey Jr. and the late Barbara Garvey; and loving brother of Colleen (Hans) Gudding, Michael (Sandi) Garvey, Kathleen Haney and Sharon (Joseph) Daldine. He is also survived by 19 nieces […]
Anne Marie Donovan died at home on December 23, 2024. She was born in Pontiac, Michigan on October 16, 1955 to Priscilla and William Donovan. Anne grew up in Lake Orion, Michigan as one of 10 children. She often referred to herself as “#6.” Anne attended Lake Orion schools, finishing with Lake Orion High School. […]
Ronald James Gehrke II of Ira Township, formerly of Lake Orion/Oxford and Metamora, passed away on Dec. 12, 2024 age 63. Ronald is the dear father of Ronald III (Kaylee) of Maine and Joshua of Oxford; dear son of Sharon Gehrke and the late Ronald Gehrke Sr.; dear brother of Roxanne (Jim) Antczak and the […]
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 […]