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Diane Rappleye

Diane Rappleye

May 18, 2026

Diane Rappleye - judge, mother, sister, aunt, friend, and unrepentant love of an afternoon in the sun, passed on May 18, 2026 at the age of 65. 

Diane was born in Jackson, Michigan and grew up on "the East side of town" where she established lifelong friendships. She attended St. John's Elementary School then Jackson Catholic Middle School and Lumen Christi...

Renda S. Williams

Renda S. Williams

Jun 19, 2026

Williams, Renda S.

Of Jackson, passed away under the loving care of her family and the staff of Residential Hospice on Friday, June 19, 2026 at the age of 75 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel J. Williams Sr.; parents, Joseph and Maxine Betts; sister, Karen; and brother, Gary. She is survived by her daugthers, Joamber and Shauna;...

David Glenn Gier Sr.

David Glenn Gier Sr.

Jun 12, 2026

David Glenn Gier, Sr.

Of Jackson, MI passed away June 12, 2026 at home at the age of 93 years, surrounded by family.

David is survived by his wife of 65 years, Alice Gier (Kefuss); his children David, Jr (Marla) Gier, Melissa (Bruce) Loring, and Jeff (Dawn) Gier; Brother Robert (Ann) Gier; 5 grand children, 7 great grand children; many nieces nephews...

Mary Ann Spaan (Birney)

Mary Ann Spaan (Birney)

Jun 12, 2026

SPAAN, (BIRNEY) MARY ANN

Age 99, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12th, 2026. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her husband Arnie, son Michael, and son in law Ken Risinger. She is survived by her four children, Cynthia Risinger, Patrick Spaan, Johanna (Ken) Duffek, Mark (Karen) Spaan, Grandchildren: Jenny (Brad) Lincoln, Greg (Chrissy) Risinger, Jeff (Markie) Risinger, Steve Risinger,...

Marie Todoroff

Marie Todoroff

May 30, 2026

Marie Todoroff (Economou) passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at age 91. Her husband and children were at her bed side. Marie was born on February 2, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan to Macedonian parents Laburo and Parskavea (nee Karantjieff) Economou. Marie and her future husband, Richard, married in 1955. Their marriage was based on love. Marie’s children and her...

Gail Marie McGlynn (Hamula)

Gail Marie McGlynn (Hamula)

May 24, 2026

Gail, age 70 of Jackson, Michigan passed away peacefully on May 24th, 2026 in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 7th, 1956 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada to Al & Lily Hamula, older sister Susan.

Gail closed her eyes to the world and opened them to God. Her life was rooted in faith, her heart led...

Thomas Peter Hawkins

Thomas Peter Hawkins

May 21, 2026

Hawkins, Thomas Peter

Of Jackson, Michigan passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026 under the loving care of his family, the staff at Hospice of Lenawee and Cambrian Senior Living of Tecumseh at the age of 91 years.

He is survived by his two sons, Thomas P. Hawkins II (Vera) and Mark J. Hawkins (Laura); daughter, Jacqueline Willis (Phil); grandchildren, Russell Hawkins...

Carol Frances West (Hardwick)

Carol Frances West (Hardwick)

May 17, 2026

Age 81, passed from her family’s arms to our loving Saviors arms on May 17, 2026 at Henry Ford Hospice Home. Carol was born on August 4,1944 in Glenridge, New Jersey to her parents the late H.B and Margaret Seiler Hardwick. The family moved to Jackson, Michigan when Carol was 3 years old. Carol is survived by her children 4...

David Garcia Sr.

David Garcia Sr.

May 13, 2026

Of Jackson passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at the age of 75 years old. He was born in Raymondville, TX on July 19, 1950 to Leobardo and Maria Garcia. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Linda; son Lupe (Tamara) special to his heart and daughter in law Kayleena Brown. He is also survived by his...

Thomas D. Vogt

Thomas D. Vogt

May 10, 2026

Of Spring Arbor passed away under the loving care of his family, Optimal Hospice and the staff at Spring Arbor Assisted Living on Sunday, May 10, 2026 age 94 years.

A private burial has taken place at St. John Catholic Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. at the Desnoyer Funeral Home.

Lee Robert Reeve

Lee Robert Reeve

May 5, 2026

Age 81, of Jackson Michigan, passed away on May 5th, 2026 surrounded by his wife and family. Beloved husband of Cynthia (Flintoft) for more than 35 years. Loving father of Kristen (Jim) Paul, Jon (Michele) Reeve, Molly (Victoria) Reeve, Todd (DeeDee) Mortimer, Chad (Stephanie) Mortimer, Kristina (Adam) Garcia and Elizabeth Boldt. Cherished grandfather of Nicole (Michael), Jessica, Samantha, Brendan, Hope,...

James Fergus O'Connor

James Fergus O'Connor

May 2, 2026

James Fergus O’Connor age 89, died on 5/2/26 in Ann Arbor Michigan at the Michigan Medicine Hospital. He was born 9/13/36 to John and Dorothy O’Connor. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia O’Connor, son John O’Connor, granddaughter Kailey O’Connor, sisters Betty Russell and Jean O’Connor IHM. He is survived by his children Julia (Tom) James, Michael (Cheryl),...

Marilyn Jean Perticone (Harsch)

Marilyn Jean Perticone (Harsch)

May 2, 2026

Perticone (Harsch), Marilyn Jean

Age 94, of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026. She was born on April 7, 1932, in Jackson, and graduated from St. John High School in 1950.

Jean worked locally at Margaret Mary, Spartan Automotive, and Clark Equipment. She later met the love of her life, Justin Perticone, and the couple married on June 14,...

Diane Elise Zimmer

Diane Elise Zimmer

Apr 28, 2026

Of Jackson, Michigan passed away on April 28, 2026 at the age of 91 years.

She is survived by Linda Zimmer, Lori (Kevin) Krominga and Lisa (Dan) Zimmer-Chu; grandchildren Maggie Zimmer-Parsons and Li Ming and Quinn Zimmer-Chu; and many beloved in-laws, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Milton F. Zimmer; parents Mildred and Oliver Kilham; brother...

Ann "Andzia" Carol Wiszynski (Dzien)

Ann "Andzia" Carol Wiszynski (Dzien)

Apr 26, 2026

Ann "Andzia" Carol Wiszynski (Dzien), born on March 4th, 1944 (age 82) of Jackson, Michigan passed peacefully in her own bed on the night of April 26, 2026.

She was a self employed domestic engineer for over 40 years to many of Jackson's finest and was a proud grandmother to 10 amazing people. Her hobbies of present and past included bowling,...

Thomas Gerald Fleming

Thomas Gerald Fleming

Apr 24, 2026

A distinguished attorney, dedicated educator, and compassionate patriarch, passed away peacefully on his 87th birthday, April 24, 2026.

Thomas Fleming, born in 1939 in Jackson, Michigan, to James "Jay" and Bernadine "Betty" Fleming, dedicated his life to justice, mentorship, and education. After graduating from St. John’s High School in 1957, he earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and...

Norma J. Hawley

Norma J. Hawley

Apr 10, 2026

Hawley, Norma J.

Passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. She was preceded in death parents, Benjamin and Edith Hawley, beloved sister, Lucille (Hawley) Payne, brothers, Max S., Daniel C. and Paul R. Hawley. She is survived by nephews and nieces, Thor Jeffrey and Connie Payne of Jackson, Michigan, Suzanne and Douglas Hawley of California, Robert (Dawn) Hawley and Susan (Cody)...

William J. Bullinger Sr.

William J. Bullinger Sr.

Apr 9, 2026

Age 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Arcadia, Michigan, on April 9, 2026. Bill was born on October 17, 1937, in Jackson, Michigan, to his loving parents, Louise (Lefere) and John “Jack” Bullinger. He was a proud graduate of St. John High School (Class of 1955), served his country in the United States Marine Corps, and later attended...

Margaret Ann Hockman (Irvin)

Margaret Ann Hockman (Irvin)

Apr 4, 2026

Of Culver, Indiana passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026 at the age of 84 years.

She is survived by her daughter Suzanne (Nathan) Corey; grandchildren, Thomas Corey, Sarah Gilger, Benjamin Gilger, Tarra Jones, Ian Armstrong, and Aaron Armstrong; her siblings, Sharon Kurzy, Mary Campbell, Carol Miller, Donna Clark, Gilbert Irvin, Patricia Dryer, and Robert Irvin; along with many nieces/nephews and...

Eugene Kwaske

Eugene Kwaske

Apr 2, 2026

Age 91 of Jackson, passed away on April 2, 2026 at Henry Ford Hospital. He is survived by two children Julie (Dave) Harrington, Kevin (Chandra); three grandchildren, Grace, Carter and Pierce; and siblings Tony, Hank, Mary Ann and Margie Bromley. Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Jane and siblings Ed, Delores, Ernie, Jerry, Ralph, Kenny and Agnes. 

Gene graduated from...

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