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Our holiday 2024 photo contest winner!
Congratulations to Phyllis Liparoto St. Bernard
Our judges comments on this photo: Signifies Holiday Tradition with Multi-Generational Family. Wonderful Holiday Family Tradition with Many Details. Phyllis wins a $100 Amazon Gift Card.
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Tribute to Phyllis Castiglione Barron
Obituary
Phyllis Mary Barron
passed away on
April 10, 2025
January 16, 1954 - April 10, 2025
Phyllis Mary Barron, age 71, made her way to her heavenly home on Thursday, April 10, 2025, after courageously battling illness for many years, under the care of an amazing home healthcare team, with her husband by her side.
Born January 16, 1954, in Monroe, she was the daughter of Vincent and Lucretia “Pat” (Petracca) Castiglione. Phyllis graduated in 1972 from Monroe High School and was a lifelong member of St. Mary Catholic Church. She was a loving wife to John Barron, whom she married in 1973.
Phyllis began her career at Mercy Memorial Hospital in the Registration Department, where she worked for 40 years before her retirement in 2017. She was known for her dedication and care in her role, and she developed lasting relationships with her colleagues and the many people she served.
Family was at the heart of her life. She fondly remembered growing up in a loving, large household as the oldest and only girl with four brothers. The bond they shared was unbreakable, and she cherished the closeness and support they maintained throughout her life. She especially loved spending time with her two children and four grandchildren, creating lasting memories filled with joy and laughter. She also enjoyed bringing her loved ones together for annual holiday and summer parties full of love.
She is survived by her husband, John Barron; her mother, Pat Castiglione of Monroe; two children, Jeanette (Thomas) Haynes of Monroe and Jared (Jessica) Barron of Perrysburg, Ohio; four brothers, Vincent (Lynda) Castiglione, Dominick (Kim) Castiglione, Anthony (Tammy) Castiglione, and Joseph (Cheri Hoy) Castiglione, all of Monroe; and four grandchildren, Izzy, Liliana, Sophie, and Ethan.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her father, Vincent Castiglione.
Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Bacarella Funeral Home, 1201 S. Telegraph Rd., Monroe, MI. She will lie in state at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. John the Baptist Church, with a Mass of the Resurrection celebrated at 10 a.m. by Rev. David Burgard, pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Monroe.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Phyllis’s memory are suggested to Cure PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy) at www.psp.org.
Online condolences and special memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.bacarellafuneralhome.com.
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Deceased Classmates PG 1
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Tribute to diana marie stone powell
Obituary
Diana Marie Powell
passed away on
March 24, 2025
February 25, 1954 – March 24, 2025
Diana Marie Stone was born in Monroe, Michigan on February 25, 1954. She was the daughter of Audra Stone and Betty Mae (Noble) Stone. She grew up in Woodland Beach and on Stony Creek Road attending kindergarten at Brest Bay. She graduated from Monroe High School with the Class of 1972.
Diana was blessed with four children. She supported her family by being employed at the County of Monroe for more than thirty years. Although she was a Juvenile Detention Specialist, Diana served wherever she was needed in many capacities, from food service coordinator to cook. She retired in 2010.
Diana loved family and served as a caregiver to many. She was always lending a helping hand whether providing transportation or nursing someone through sickness. She loved on her mom, aunt Dorothy Guczwa, and sister Janice Valerio when they needed her most.
Diana loved to travel with Northern Michigan being a favorite destination. She had also enjoyed trips to see her brother David and his family in New York. Her sisters, Georgia and Norma were constant companions on these journeys with ear-to-ear smiles and laughter a common theme. From time to time, Diana tried her hand at the casino and never missed a game of bingo. She could count on her mom and Georgia to tag along.
Each summer, Diana looked forward to the Monroe County Fair. For more than 25 years she enjoyed the event so much that she took her two-week vacation to work there. She was a consistent presence at the admission booth as she welcomed guests and collected tickets. For the past nineteen years she had made her home with her daughter: Diane
Diana Marie Powell age 71 of Sylvania passed away at 6:20am on Monday; March 24, 2025, at Mercy Health – St. Anne Hospital in Toledo. Her passing was preceded by her parents; a son: Niles McIntosh; the love of her life, a special friend: James Tall; two brothers: David Burnette and Dennis Stone; a nephew Daniel Stone; her grandma and grandpa Noble; a brother-in-law: Chum VanWassenova; and her best friend: Janet Talley.
To cherish her memory she leaves three children: Diane (Edward Hobbs) Powell-Hobbs of Sylvania, Kenneth Powell (Tammie Russell) of Monroe, and Robert (Melanie) McIntosh of Toledo; six siblings: John (Laura) Stone of Monroe, Georgia VanWassenova of Newport, Danny (Dana) Stone of Monroe, Norma (Michael) Miller of Florida, Janice (Tony) Valerio of Monroe, Andy (Helga) Parker of Monroe; a sister-in-law: Loretta Burnette of North Carolina; cherished grandchildren: Tanesha Smith-Krabill (Kory Krabill), Teija Mosley, Tiahna Mosley (Stone York), Niles (Noelle) Sparks, Miranda Powell, Hunter Russell-Powell; and a great granddaughter: Sekani Diana York;
Private services were held, and no public services are planned. Her care was entrusted to Merkle Funeral Service, South Monroe; 14567 South Dixie Highway, Monroe, Michigan 48161 (734) 241-7070. Cremation has taken place through Covenant Cremation of Erie, Michigan, a division of Merkle Enterprises, Inc.
Memorial contributions for those who desire are suggested to the American Kidney Foundation.
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Tribute to susan ann frederick gasper
Obituary
Susan Ann Frederick Gasper, age 70
passed away on
Saturday, March 15, 2025
June 6, 1954 – March 15, 2025
Susan Ann (Frederick) Gasper, age 70 of Monroe, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 15, 2025.
Born June 6, 1954, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Rebottaro) Frederick. She attended Monroe High School, graduating with the class of 1972 and had a long career in medical reception. On October 16, 1995, Susan married the love of her life, Alan Gasper, in Monroe. She was preceded in death by Alan, who passed away on March 10, 2025.
Above all else, Susan enjoyed spending time with her large extended family. In recent years, she had overcome her fear of flying and had enjoyed traveling with her sister, niece, and great-nephew. She was led by her unwavering faith in God and her love for those around her. She was a second mom to many and loved taking care of her loved ones.
To cherish her memory, Susan leaves behind her son, Robert (Melissa) Shankleton of La Salle, Michigan; step-son Adam (Abigail) Gasper of Paw Paw, Michigan; siblings William (Susan) Frederick of Tecumseh, Michigan, Rita Frederick of Maybee, Michigan, and Mary Beth (William) Savage of Milan, Michigan; grandchildren Brian, Wyatt, Wesley, Rowan, and Georgia; and many nieces and nephews.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and services celebrating her life will take place at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Rupp Funeral Home.
Susan was a long-time benefactor to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and memorial contributions can be made there in her name.
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