Current Obituaries

Ray Klotz, age 64, of Manitou Beach, MI, unexpectedly passed away, August 12, 2022, at his home. He was born June 28 1958, in Detroit, MI, the son of Raymond & Eva (Gumbis) Klotz. In 1992 he married his wife Michelle, she survives.  Ray was a 1976 graduate of Cody High School in Detroit, MI. Following his passion of working on cars he entered the automotive industry at 19 and retired from General Motors in 2004 from the Willow Run plant in Ypsilanti, MI. Throughout his life Ray...

Ignacio "Joe" Cuellar III, age 53, of Adrian, MI, passed away peacefully at home, August 10, 2022 He was born January 6, 1969, in Adrian, MI, the son of Ignacio Jr. & Rosemary (Estala) Cuellar.  Joe loved to fish and hunt. He was an avid Detroit Lions fan and Los Angeles Lakers. Joe looked forward to the 4th of July and loved his fireworks. He loved to do night rides with his kitten on his electric wheelchair. He enjoyed playing cards with his friends and spending time...

James Henry Patton, age 85, of Clayton MI,  joined all those at peace Tuesday August 9, 2022.  He was born July 11,1937.  A man of kindness, action, and few words James and future wife Katherine (McGraw) met as teens in Panther Creek, WV. A northward path to Chicago, marriage (9/12/59), and the birth of daughters Kathie and Sheila, marked the beginnings of their family.  A second move to Michigan brought the Patton's to the place they called home.  James’...

Susan Aileen McCarty, age 67, of Adrian, MI, passed away, August 5, 2022.  She was born May 30, 1955, in Tecumseh, MI, the daughter of Luther & Nerissa (Strand) McCarty.  Susie loved cooking and gardening. She was always up for a good time whether it was going dancing or thrift shopping. Susie especially enjoyed spending time with all of her grandchildren and her puppy Shelby.  She is survived by her children, Chris (Brooke Morawski) McCarty, Kari (Woody) Woodcock, Corine...

Brian Kent Horton, age 40, of Lansing, Mich. passed away on August 4, 2022, in Detroit, Mich., succumbing to a long-fought illness. He was born August 13, 1981, in Lansing and spent most of his life in the area. Brian had a great sense of humor and always had a smile on his face. Being a kind, generous, and compassionate man who dearly loved his family, Brian will be greatly missed by his mother Jean, daughter Tabitha (“Tabby”), girlfriend and Tabby's mom...

Deborah "Debbie" Lycans, age 66, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away, August 4, 2022, at University of Michigan Hospital.  She was born December 19, 1955, in Adrian, MI, the daughter of Robert Lycans Sr. & Leila Kughn.  Debbie was a graduate of Adrian High School. She then went onto Jackson Community College and earned an Associate Degree in Nursing.  Debbie was preceded in death by her father, Robert Lycans Sr.; her grandparents, Clarence & Ida Wood; nephew,...

In loving memory of  Latasha Ann (Groom) Hyde, born October 14, 1986, to Michael Groom and Debra (Morris) Groom. Latasha passed away unexpectedly August 1, 2022. She is preceded in death by her mother, Debra (Morris) Groom, and paternal and maternal grandparents. She is survived by her daughters, Kaydence Page and BrookLynn Hyde; father, Michael Groom; brother, Justin Groom; stepsister, Elizabeth; and several aunts and uncles, including her “special” aunt...

Ronnie Frank Gilbert Jr., age 55, of Morenci, MI, passed away, July 31, 2022, at home surrounded by his family. He was born February 11, 1967, in Adrian, MI the son of Ron Gilbert Sr. & Vickie (Watson) Gilbert.  Ronnie is survived by his children, Brittany (Jacob) McGibbeny and Todd Gilbert; five grandchildren, James, Madilynn, Madison, Gavin and Isabella; his father, Ronald Sr. (Dawn) Gilbert; his siblings, Ronda Robinson, Scott (Michelle) Gilbert, Miranda (Josh...

David Arthur Everts passed away due to a brief illness on November 6, 2021. He was born on September 29, 1954. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jeanette Everts, his step father, William Everts, and his sister, Shellie Everts. He is survived by his brothers, Kevin Everts and Lonnie Everts, sister, Lori Everts Stanton, plus many nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Services provided by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, 2959 N. Adrian Hwy.,...

Richard Carl Young, age 55, of Jerome, MI, passed away, July 28, 2022, at home. He was born November 27, 1966, in Jackson, MI, the son of Robert & Ann (Wheeler) Young.  Richard is survived by his mother, Ann Wheeler; two sisters, Judy Young-Fauria and Kitty (David Rogers) Young-Rogers; one brother, Roger Dale Young; nieces & nephews, Jessica, Savannah, Sara, Amanda, Jacob, Destiny and Sean; and many great nieces, great nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other family...