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 doomed Black Hawk helicopter; one confirmed dead, two others believed to have perished.

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."

Married 60 Years, Couple Die Within 60 Hours

Marguerite Harper knew her life was ending. Husband Matthew, also ailing, prayed he could hold on long enough to care for her.

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.

Friend's Final Tribute 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.”

Beloved Restaurateur John Genitti, 67, Dies

Northville residents are mourning the death of Genitti, who died of a heart attack on Friday night.

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.

In Memoriam: Battle Against Cancer Fought with 'Grace and Courage'

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from Jan. 22 to Jan. 28.

In Memoriam: A Dancer, Actor, Yogi, Photographer and Motivational Speaker

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from Jan. 10 to Jan. 21.

In Memoriam: Brighton Paraprofessional Who Love Helping Children Learn

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from Jan. 3 to Jan. 8.

In Memoriam: Kimberly Foster Binion, 'She Touched All of Our Souls'

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from Dec. 27 to Jan. 2.

In Memoriam: Founding Member of Brighton Classic Legends Car Club Dies at Age 76

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from December 4 to December 10.

In Memoriam: 'Woman of Beauty, Gifted With a Generous Heart'

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from November 28 to December 3.

In Memoriam: Air Force Veteran Famous for His Story Telling

Roy Donald Worthy, June 10, 1932 - November 8, 2013

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from October 21 to October 29.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from October 14 to October 20.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from June 30 to July 8.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from June 23 to June 30.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from June 16 to June 23.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from June 10 to June 16.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from June 2 to June 10.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from May 22 to June 2.

Philanthropist, Industrialist, Publisher and Former Brighton Business Man Dies at Age 77

Longtime Brighton Business Owner Dies at Age 65

Visitation for Frank Leppek will be held from 3-8 on Saturday and 1-8 on Sunday at Keehn Funeral Home in Brighton.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from May 14 to May 20.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from April 30- May 5.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from April 22-29.

In Memoriam: This Week's Brighton Obituaries

These obituaries were published on the websites of local funeral homes from April 17-21.