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Gary Lee Miller

Gary Lee Miller

Jun 8, 2026

Gary (Doc) Lee Miller; age 78; of Lake Orion passed away on June 8, 2026. Gary was born December 21, 1947 in Goodrich, Michigan to the late John Clovis and Mabel (Ludwig) Miller. The younger brother of sister Carol.

Gary grew up in Oxford and worked at American Aggregates (along with his dad) as a heavy equipment operator.

Gary met the Love...

Richard Michael Uhrin II

Richard Michael Uhrin II

Jun 6, 2026

Richard M. Uhrin II; of Gulliver, Michigan; age 64; passed away on June 6, 2026. Richard is survived by his nephew Alex and niece Nicole; cousin’s Anna Uhrin and Sherry; her amazing husband Michael Mazola; longtime companion Dawn Belanger; Dawn’s son Michael Belanger; and grandson Shane. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Gloria Uhrin; and brothers,...

Raul Pedro Lopez

Raul Pedro Lopez

Jun 6, 2026

In Memory of Raul Pedro Lopez

Raul “Rudy” Lopez lived a life defined by simplicity, genuine kindness, and an insurmountable capacity for love. A man who embodied the word "selfless," Rudy possessed a big heart and was always ready to help others, never expecting anything in return. He had a natural gift for making everyone around him feel happy simply by...

Helen Maxine Barnes

Helen Maxine Barnes

Jun 5, 2026

Helen M. Barnes; of Lake Orion; age 99; passed away on June 5, 2026. Helen in the beloved wife of the late Monte Barnes, to whom she wed on October 16, 1945; and the loving mother of Ross Monte Barnes, the late Kirk Norman Barnes and the late Scott Robert Barnes. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Robert...

Kathleen Ann Young

Kathleen Ann Young

Jun 2, 2026

Kathleen Ann Young; of Oxford; passed away on June 2, 2026; at the age of 76. Kathleen was the eldest child of George and Patricia Burrows born in Pontiac, MI and was a graduate of Lake Orion High School. She is the loving mother of Greg Young (Aimee), Matthew Young and Amy Young; and the dear sister of Sandra Costello,...

Tomasa Gaytan de Alvarado

Tomasa Gaytan de Alvarado

May 25, 2026

Tomasa Gaytan de Alvarado passed away on May 25, 2026. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, May 29, 2026 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Damien of Molokai Paris- St. Vincent de Paul Church, 46408 Woodward Ave, Pontiac,...

David Franklin Hickman, Jr.

David Franklin Hickman, Jr.

May 24, 2026

David F. Hickman Jr., 68, of Goodrich, Michigan, passed away peacefully but unexpectedly on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Born November 27, 1957, in Cherry Point, North Carolina, David was the son of the late David F. Hickman, Sr., and Beverly Sue Cleavenger. He attended Lake Orion Schools and proudly served four years in the United States Marine Corps in San Diego,...

Michele "Miki" Holdwick

Michele "Miki" Holdwick

May 19, 2026



Michele "Miki" Holdwick passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving daughters.

Miki is the beloved wife of Jerry Holdwick, who preceded her in death in 2020; the loving mother of Becky (Andy) Dutkiewicz, Nicky (Jeremy) Tennant, Kelly (Ian) Kelley; and the dear gramma of Carson Tennant, CeCe Kelley, Ben Dutkiewicz, Petra Kelley, Kylie Tennant, Russell Kelley and...

Annette "Annie" Lucille Gorney

Annette "Annie" Lucille Gorney

May 18, 2026

Annette Lucille Gorney “Annie”, passed away quietly on May 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She is now reunited with her Lord and Savior. Annie was born on October 7, 1961 in Pontiac, Michigan as the daughter of Ervin and Carol Ashby. She attended Lake Orion High School, class of 1979. After high school she worked at various medical...

Suzann (Sue) Marie Johnson

Suzann (Sue) Marie Johnson

May 15, 2026

Suzann Johnson (Sue), of Lake Orion, Michigan, age 75, passed away on the evening of May 15, 2026.

Sue was born on April 30, 1951, in Ubly, Michigan, to Donna and Raymond Osentoski. She was the oldest of six children and grew up alongside her five brothers: Bill Osentoski, Carl Osentoski, Dale Osentoski, Dean Osentoski, and Lee Osentoski.

She graduated from Michigan...

Faye (Aubree) Ann Hayes

Faye (Aubree) Ann Hayes

May 13, 2026

Faye(Aubree) Ann Hayes

08-09-2008 to 05-13-2026

17 years old

Mother: Melissa Ann Greene

Father of 15 years: Sam Haddy

Biological Father: Nathaniel Lee Hayes

Faye planned on becoming a veterinarian, he loved animals and nature. He had the biggest and sweetest heart and was always willing to stick up for others and fight for the ones he loved. Faye had the courage and strength to have...

Kenneth Thomas

Kenneth Thomas

May 13, 2026

Kenneth S. Thomas, age 70, of Waterford, MI, passed away on May 13, 2026. 

Adam Vasquez

Adam Vasquez

May 9, 2026

Adam Vasquez, age 70, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026. Born on April 7, 1956, Adam lived a life defined by knowledge, hard work, curiosity, and dedication to his family and students.

After graduating from Pontiac Central High School, Adam pursued his passion for electronics by attending NIT to study electronics. His fascination with mathematics and electronics remained a lifelong...

Madeline Pawloski

Madeline Pawloski

May 4, 2026

Madeline Pawloski; of Lake Orion; age 96; passed away on May 4, 2026. She was born on August 5, 1929 in Flint, Michigan to Frank and Anna Senko of North Branch. Madeline was a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Leo Pawloski whom she married April 30, 1960. She was also preceded...

Robert Roy Youngs

Robert Roy Youngs

May 4, 2026

Robert R. Youngs (Bob), never met a tractor he didn’t love, could play almost any musical instrument, and loved hosting an annual Walleye fishing trip to White Lake, Canada for over 30 years.

Bob was born on March 14, 1930, in Detroit to Olive Mary Ellar and Wellington J.F. Youngs. He grew up in Royal Oak, MI and enlisted at age...

Alfred Evo Collini

Alfred Evo Collini

May 3, 2026

Alfred Evo Collini – 07/16/1940 – 05/03/2026

Al was a high accomplished multi-talented pianist, organist, singer and composer. A child prodigy beginning at the age of 5. His vast musical career included a contract with A & M Records in Hollywood, CA where he played with many well-known musician’s and actors.

Al is preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, a...

Alfred Timothy Sinclair Jr

Alfred Timothy Sinclair Jr

Apr 28, 2026

Alfred T. Sinclair Jr., age 64, of Pontiac, MI, passed away on April 28, 2026. The family will receive friend on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 11:00 am with a family hour starting at 10:30 am at New...

Mary Delia Trevino

Mary Delia Trevino

Apr 27, 2026

Mary Delia Trevino; age 82; of Pontiac, Michigan; passed away on April 27, 2026. She was born on July 6, 1943 to the late Epifanio Gomez Sr. and Guadalupe Cassillias Gomez. Mary is preceded in death by her loving husband, Ramon G. Trevino Sr; her son, Ramon Trevino Jr.; and her sisters, Evangelina Anthes and Erminia E. Davis. Mary is...

Virginia Lea Beloungea

Virginia Lea Beloungea

Apr 27, 2026

Virginia L. Beloungea; of Lake Orion; age 92; passed away April 27, 2026.

Virginia was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Alvin. She is survived by her children, Deborah (Colin) King, Pamela (Larry) Happke, Joseph (Barbara) Beloungea and Daniel Beloungea; grandchildren Derek (Sheila) Beloungea, Sara King and Cody King; and great grandchildren Megan (Phil) Smith and Jacob Parsons.

Virginia...

Frank Dennis Britt

Frank Dennis Britt

Apr 26, 2026

On April 26, 2026, Frank “Frankie” Britt passed away unexpectedly at the age of 48. Frank was a lifelong resident of Pontiac. He was born on September 17, 1977, to Dennis and Barbra Britt.

Frank was a friendly, loving, and active man. He made sure to always call his mom goodnight and let her know he loved her. He always wanted...

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