Current Obituaries

Wilma J. Marvin, age 96, of Adrian, MI, passed away June 2, 2023, at Lenawee County Medical Care Facility with her daughter & daughter in law by her side. She was born August 6, 1926, in Clayton, MI, the daughter of Virgil & Clara (Harrington) Brockway. On November 10, 1951, she married, James C. Marvin, who preceded her in death on January 15, 2019.  Wilma graduated from Clayton High School. She retired from Drager Middle School cafeteria on July 1, 1988. Wilma attended the...

William David "Quickdraw" McGraw, age 62, of Adrian, MI, passed away, May 31, 2023, after a year long battle with pancreatic cancer surrounded by his wife and many loved ones. He was born January 26, 1961 to William & Helen McGraw in Chicago, IL.  Quickdraw, as he was known to anyone who knew him was a lover of all things especially food. He never turned down an opportunity to try something new. Quickdraw was up for any kind of adventure or travel, seeing many states and...

Jesse Torres, Jr.,age 81, of Hudson, MI, passed away, May 31, 2023.  He was born February 6, 1942, in San Antonio, TX, the son of Jesse Sr. & Beatrice (Delgado) Torres. On October 26, 1963, he married Mary Cortez in Adrian, MI, she survives.  Jesse retired from the U.S. Air Force in May of 1980 after 20 years of faithful & honorable service. He then went onto work for Wacker Silicones for over 17 years eventually retiring from there. Jesse was was a loving husband, father...

Paul Aaron Lynch, 67, of Adrian, passed away on Saturday morning, May 27, 2023.  Paul was born on September 14, 1955, the loving son of Hazel (Breeding) and Elton Lynch.   A devoted husband to Cheryl (Clymer) Lynch and beloved father to Shelby (Clymer) Parish.  A guiding father-in-law to Manuel Parish and a doting Poppi to Piper and Mason Parish.  He is survived by his brother George and Dianne (Snively) Lynch, nieces Brooke Lynch and Lauren...

Joseph N. Drogowski, age 83, of Adrian, MI, passed away, May 30, 2023, at Hickman ProMedica Hospital. He was born March 16, 1940, in Adrian, MI, the son of Joseph & Frankie (Miller) Drogowski.  Joe owned & operated Joseph Painting for almost 50 years. He enjoyed working on his classic cars and going to car shows and events. Joe liked woodworking, going camping & traveling with his family. He was a longtime member of the Adrian Eagles, Adrian American Legion and the Adrian...

Cherrie A. Mirelez, age 71, of Adrian, MI, passed away, May 27, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. She was born August 23, 1951, in Tecumseh, MI, the daughter of Arnold & Eula (Meads) Ries. On April 2, 2000, she married Fidencio Mirelez, he survives.  Cherrie was retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. She was a proud member of the UAW.  In addition to her husband Fidencio, she is survived by her daughter, Kellie (Heath) Shaffer; step children, Nicholas...

Jennie M. Rader, age 91, of Tecumseh, MI, passed away, May 23, 2023, at Hospice of Lenawee Hospice Home into the loving arms of Our Lord Jesus Christ. She was born December 28, 1931, in Ridgeway Twp., MI to Walter J. Jr. & Jennie (Hicks) Bird. Jennie was a longtime resident of Tecumseh and attended Tecumseh High School. Jennie married William "Red" Rader on November 13, 1948. He preceded her in death on October 27, 2005. They were married 56 years together.  Jennie enjoyed...

Ronald L. Pickford, age 73, of Rome Center, passed away, May 24, 2023, at home with his family. He was born February 25, 1950, in Adrian, MI, the son of Lester & Shirley (Watkins) Pickford. On September 21, 1979, he married Debra Suydam, she survives.  Ronald was a graduate of Onsted High School, Class of 1968. He served his country in the US Army from 1969 to 1971 during the Vietnam War. Ronald was retired from Meijer in Adrian and then onto to work at L & W Engineering in...

Dennis C. Kirkendall, Sr., age 74, of Adrian, MI, passed away May 21, 2023, at home. He was born March 20, 1949 in Adrian, the son of Frank and Marcella (Johnson) Kirkendall. On May 20, 1967, he married Barbara Craft, she preceded him in death on February 20, 2020.  Dennis was a High School Football Referee for over 25 years and coached the Adrian Moose Senior League Baseball team. He owned and operated K & K Enterprises. Dennis was a faithful employee at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral...

Michael Arlan Pahl   December 19, 1946 - May 5, 2023   Michael Arlan Pahl, age 76, of Adrian, MI, formerly of Plymouth, MI passed away on May 5, 2023. Mike was the son of William and Arla (Eyer) Pahl and was born on December 19, 1946. He is survived by his beloved wife, Dr. Diane Pitak, daughters, Olivia Pahl, Caitlin (Brandon) Belknap, Lisa Hatmaker, grandchildren, Lyle and Laine Belknap, Cullen, Kelsey and Shelby Pancak, brother, William Pahl, sister, Pam (Doug)...