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.

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 Black Hawk helicopter – one confirmed dead, one reported dead, one unaccounted for.

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.

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.

Jack Tocco, Detroit's Boss and Last of the 'Old-School Godfathers,' Dies

The longest serving Mafia boss in the United States passed away at his Grosse Pointe Park home on Monday. Funeral Mass will be Friday.

Buffalo Bills Founder and Owner Ralph Wilson Dies at Grosse Pointe Shores Home

The future ownership of the NFL franchise and Wilson's Detroit business holdings is unclear.

Obituary: Jeffrey Nardone Taught Student Journalists in Grosse Pointe, Michigan for Two Decades

Jeffrey Nardone, an English teacher and newspaper adviser at Grosse Pointe South, died Sunday.

Friends, Family And Hockey Players Return To The Rink For Dale Buss

The hockey community came together Tuesday to celebrate the life of Grosse Pointe Shores resident Dale Buss, who died Aug. 17.

Community to Gather to Celebrate Dale Buss, A Leader in the Hockey Community

Dale Buss, who was a hockey coach, philanthropist and community leader, died Aug. 17. A memorial service will be held Tuesday at Civic Arena.

This Week's Grosse Pointe Obituaries

In memory of the Grosse Pointe friends and neighbors who passed away in recent days.

This Week's Grosse Pointe Obituaries

In memory of the Grosse Pointe friends and neighbors who passed away in recent days.

Memoriam: This Week's Grosse Pointe Obituaries

In memory of the Grosse Pointe friends and neighbors who passed away in recent days.

Obituaries: Grosse Pointe, Early April 2013

In memory of the Grosse Pointe friends and neighbors who passed away in recent days.

Obituary: Developer Ted Gatzaros Dies at 68

Grosse Pointe Park resident Ted Gatzaros, a founder of Greektown Casino who also owns the Shore Club Apartments in St. Clair Shores, died Thursday.

Students, Journalists Remember Ben Burns

Ben Burns, a longtime Grosse Pointe resident and prominent journalist, has died of acute myeloid leukemia, his family told the Detroit Free Press.

Councilman Loved Family, Grosse Pointe Farms

Grosse Pointe Farms mayor pro tem Joe Leonard loved the city he retired from and later represented as a city councilman. He also enjoyed his time with family, including three grandsons.

Obituary: Wm. Taylor Flaska, 23

The Grosse Pointe South High School graduate Wm. Taylor Flaska scored the winning goal for the 2007 State Hockey Championship game against Muskegon Mona Shores.

Obituary: James Edward Leidlein

The city manager for Harper Woods dies at age 60. He has been on leave since August 2011. The Michigan Municipal League recognized Leidlein's passing as he served on the board of trustees.

Remembering Grosse Pointer Jane Bashara

Jane Bashara's leadership skills began when she was a child and continued into adulthood.

Remembering Scott Ivers: 'A Family Man'

The Ivers family and many Grosse Pointe residents are preparing for his visitation and funeral, which are Friday. The Grosse Pointe Public Libraries will close for a few hours Friday afternoon so employees will be able to attend the service.

Obituary: Cyril A. Grobbel, 85

The owner of the oldest independent corned beef in the U.S. grew up in the Pointes and later moved to Port Huron. He died Wednesday.

Barbara Bentley Rememberd for her Longtime Involvement in Grosse Pointe Theatre

Bentley recently passed after a battle with cancer. She is well known in the Grosse Pointe Theatre community, where she was an actor and director as recently as earlier this year.

Councilman's Passion Rooted in Government, Community Involvement

Charles "Terry" Davis III was a third-generation Grosse Pointer who loved being involved in government and the community. He loved helping others through his Grosse Pointe-based business and is well known to the Grosse Pointe Theatre.

Teen Loved Art, Standing Up for the Underdog

The funeral for Grosse Pointe North alumna 19-year-old Kara I. Wilhelm is Saturday with visitation Thursday and Friday. A candlelight vigil has also been scheduled for Monday at GPN High School.

'Field of Honor' Pays Tribute to 245 Fallen Michigan Troops

Displays this weekend at cemeteries in Oakland Township and Clinton Township honor troops who died in Afghanistan and Iraq, including soldiers from St. Clair Shores and Grosse Pointe.

Founder of National Coney Island, Pointer James Giftos, Dies at 72

Grosse Pointer James Giftos died Monday at 72 years old.