Walter Joseph Plajstek, a devoted husband, father, doting grandfather, and friend, passed away Aug. 3, 2023 at the age of 77 after his most recent two-year fight with cancer.Resident of Commerce Township, formerly of Clarkston.Born to the late Walter and Eleanore Plajstek in Detroit on May 24, 1946, Walter was raised alongside his siblings Carolyn […]
Jeffrey A. Katakowsk, of Clarkston, passed away Aug. 3, 2023, at the age of 49.Jeff was born in Detroit on Dec. 2, 1973, to loving parents, the late Robert Katakowski and Donna (Edward) Katakowski-Phillips.Beloved husband of Diane for 24 years, dearest father of Robert and Anna, brother of Mark (Gao Qi) Katakowski, son-in-law of Thomas […]
Walter James Doll, born May 28, 1941, in Detroit, died peacefully on July 30, 2023 at the age of 82.Preceded in death by his parents Howard and Ann Marie Doll (nee MacIntosh), by his loving wife of 44 years Susan L Doll (nee Fitch), his siblings Virginia Buscavage, Bill Doll, Donald Doll, Edward Doll, and […]
Pecky D. Lewis Jr., the longest serving chairperson of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission, passed away at his home in Bloomfield Hills on July 10, 2023 at the age of 94.Lewis served as a parks commissioner from 1982-2015 and chairperson of the Parks Commission from 1992-2013.Under Lewis’ leadership, Oakland County Parks opened Catalpa […]
Wint’s Healing Hearts Grief Support Group for all ages for those who have recently lost a loved one will be held on Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Carriage House in Clintonwood Park, 6000 Clarkston Road.The topic of this month’s meeting is “A New Normal.” The meeting will be led by a bereavement counselor […]
Ian McClelland, of Clarkston, born in Royal Oak to Robert and Muriel Jean McClelland on Oct. 26, 1956, passed away unexpectedly on July 27, 2023 at the age of 66.Husband of Katie for 33 years, father of Paige (Jamie Despard) McClelland and Mac McClelland, Grandpa of Cameron Ian Despard, brother of Bob (Laura) McClelland, Nancy […]
Anne Shakespeare Rose, of Clarkston, passed away on July 27, 2023 at the age of 92.Wife of the late Herbert N. Rose, mother of Alan (Marya Gutek) Rose, the late Bruce (Susan) Rose, and the late Jonathan Rose, grandmother of Kate Rose, and great-grandmother of Spencer.Preceded in death by her parents Archie and Ruth Shakespeare, […]
Melanie L. Peterson, of Clarkston, passed away unexpectedly on July 26, 2023 at the age of 62. Beloved wife of Eric. Loving mother of Noah, Josh, and Jacob Peterson. Loved daughter of Stephanie and the late Samuel Vranjes. Daughter-in-law of Ken and Elaine Peterson. Sister-in-law of Kaari (Andrea Lewak) Peterson. Aunt of Natalya Peterson. Niece of Bob Kanachki. Melanie graduated […]
Daniel Rush, of Lake Orion, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2023 at the age of 69. A celebration of life will be held on Aug. 12 from 1-4 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 8047 Ortonville Road, Clarkston.
Diane Lee Libby, of Clarkston, passed away on July 19, 2023 at the age of 87. She was born on May 9, 1936 in Detroit. Diane was a faithful member of The River Church. She enjoyed doing puzzles, crosswords, and diamond dots. She will be remembered for her kindness and her loving nature. Diane is […]