Funeral For Dearborn Heights Mayor Paletko Set For Monday Morning

Paletko​ died Tuesday from complications with the coronavirus​.

Former Michigan Senator Morris Hood III dies at 54

Hood served in Michigan's 3rd Senate District for eight years. He also served three terms in the state House.

Red Wings Legend 'Mr. Hockey' Gordie Howe Dead at 88

Tributes are pouring in to "Mr. Hockey," one of the greatest hockey players in history, after his death Friday.

Longtime Howell's Bar Manager Elayne Klavinger Dies

A memorial service will be held on the second anniversary of the date the bar Elyane Klavinger transformed burned.

'Beverly Hills Cop' Star, Real 'Super Cop' Gil Hill, Dies

Gil Hill wasn’t just Eddie Murphy’s irascible boss in the movies. He was a real-life “super cop” tapped to help solve Atlanta Child Murders.

Dearborn-Based Plastech Founder Julie Nguyen Brown Dies

The company was once the largest minority-owned auto supplier in the United States.

Dearborn Boxer Dies After Debut Fight

A teen who had dreamed of becoming “the future Muhammad Ali” died of head injuries days after a match in Ohio.

Pacers Basketball Legend Mel Daniels Dies

The Detroit native turned down the NBA, and chose the fledgling ABA, becoming one of the best players ever to play for the league.

Activist, Civil Rights Icon Grace Lee Boggs Dies at 100

Grace Lee Boggs’ odyssey of social justice activism touched thousands of lives across the country.

Internationally Acclaimed Sculptor David Barr Dies at 73

Mayor Bob Gatt: “All the citizens of Novi are grateful that Mr. Barr passed our way, in our time.”

Funeral Tuesday for Trooper Dragged Behind Trailer

Visitation and the funeral will both be in Fenton, and burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Linden.

Fallen Trooper Loved His Family, God and Serving the Public

Trooper was dragged behind a trailer for several miles after his department-issued motorcycle was struck Friday.

Michigan State Trooper Dragged By Car Dies

Trooper Chad H. Wolf was patrolling on his department-issued motorcycle when he was struck and dragged several miles.

Endangered Chimp Dies Suddenly at Detroit Zoo

Zoo staff and visitors mourn the loss of “a lovely, intelligent being and wonderful mother” of two.

Emma Didlake, Nation's Oldest Known Veteran, Dies at 110

Michigan woman dies almost a month to the day she met President Obama, who called her a “true trailblazer for generations of Americans."

World's Oldest Person Dies at 116 Years, 26 Days

"Mother Talley," as she was known, credited longevity to an enduring belief in God. “If you want to do right, follow Him,” she often said.

Centenarian Who Buzzed Around in Classic Packard 740 Roadster Dies at 104

Margaret Dunning known for turning heads by driving her classic car well after her 100th birthday. and for philanthropy to her hometown.

Amtrak Victim Left Legacy to Rekindle Detroit's Entrepreneurial Flame

Through Detroit Nation, Rachel Jacobs left a legacy of community service that shows “one person can always make an impact.”

Michigan Hit Hard by Military Helicopter Crash off Florida Coast

Three Marines with Michigan ties believed aboard doomed Black Hawk helicopter; one confirmed dead, two others believed to have perished.

Community Memorial for Longtime Councilman Doug Thomas Planned

The family of the late Doug Thomas is inviting the public to honor him at a community celebration of life event on March 21.

Wanda - Former Detroit Zoo Elephant Who Changed Ethics of Captivity - Dies

The Detroit Zoo was the first zoo in the country to decide solely on ethical grounds to no longer keep elephants. Others followed suit.

Dearborn Native, Longtime City Council Member Dies

Five-term councilman with a "knack for keeping you on your toes" and "made democracy work in Dearborn," mayor says

Teen Who Met Eminem as Dying Wish Loses Cancer Battle

Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett credits teen's "amazing friends" with securing the legacy of a "courageous hero" and "fighter."

Patricia Hill Burnett - Artist, Feminist and, Ironically, Glamour Queen - Dies in Bloomfield Hills

A Miss America runner-up, she defied the stereotype by opening male-bastions to women and advocating internationally for women’s rights.

'Showboat' Hall, Harlem Globetrotters' Ball-Handling Wizard, Dies

The Detroit native’s legendary career with the Harlem Globetrotters took him around the world and behind the Iron Curtain.

Plans for Friend's Final Rites Are Out of This World

Space Camp scholarships intended to memorialize Daniel Wilson’s “passion, excitement and wonder of what’s beyond our little blue marble.”

Watch Robin Williams Laugh It Up with Talking Gorilla Koko

Koko, who understands spoken English and expresses human emotions, hadn’t smiled for seven months. Then she met Robin Williams.

Woman Loses Battle with Cancer a Month After Dream Wedding

Jennifer Hutcheson knew she had little time on July 6 when she married her longtime fiancé and became Mrs. Allen Korth. She died Monday.

'He is Irreplaceable': Dick Wagner Dies At 71

Dick Wagner, remembered as one of rock ‘n’ roll’s best guitarists, has died. He was 71.

ACCESS Mourns the Loss of Radio Personality Casey Kasem

Casey Kasem entertained the world with his welcoming, smooth, baritone voice for more than four decades. But more than that, he leaves a legacy of openness.

Dearborn, Inspired by the Legacy of William Clay Ford, Mourns

“Dearborn is better off because of his actions and accomplishments over a long life, well-lived,” Mayor John B. O’Reilly Jr. said. “His legacy is an inspiration to us all.”

Ford Motor Co., Detroit Lions Titan William Clay Ford Sr. Dead at 88

Mr. Ford's greatest legacy may have been as the owner of the Detroit Lions. He is remembered for his passion not only to the Lions and the auto industry, but also to the city of Detroit.

UPDATED: Former Dearborn Fire Chief, Councilman and State Rep. Polidori Dies at 72

"Gino will be deeply missed! He was such an incredible friend and mentor."

Dearborn Residents Lost This Week

A compilation of obituaries from the Dearborn area.

Dearborn Residents Lost This Week

A compilation of obituaries from the Dearborn area.

In Memorial: Dearborn Residents Lost This Week

A compilation of obituaries from the Dearborn area.

In Memorial: Dearborn Residents Lost This Week

A compilation of obituaries from the Dearborn area.

Former State Rep., School Board Member Agnes Dobronski Dies at 88

Dobronski served on the Dearborn School Board from 1980 to 1986, and served in the state House of Representatives from 1987 to 1988 and 1991 to 1998.

In Memorial: Dearborn Residents Lost This Week

A compilation of obituaries from the Dearborn area.

In Memorial: Dearborn Area Residents Lost This Week

A compilation of obituaries from the Dearborn area.