Former Oxford resident Barbara Marie Bird (Martel), 76, of Lapeer, passed away peacefully January 23, 2021 in the comfort of her family. She was born on February 27, 1944 in Windsor, Ontario, daughter of the late Wally and Louise Brewer; loving wife of the late John Martel for 32 years and the late John Bird […]
In our 42nd week of reporting local COVID numbers, our area saw increases in “recent” and total cases. “Recent” cases are the positive confirmed cases within the last 30 days and is updated by Oakland County Monday through Saturday. According to numbers provided by the county, last week we reported there were a total of […]
Stephanie Gilling Parents: Donna and Stephen Gilling GPA: 4.157 Favorite Subject: Wind ensemble and all things band Plans after graduation: Research how to improve educational techniques for kids with learning challenges by studying as a psychology major. Extracurricular Activities: The spring musical and fall play, marching band, cross country, SEED Club, and golf. Outside Interests […]
You gotta’ admit it, sometimes I know what I am doing. I know, as a columnist — a person of undocumented knowledge or wit — my job is to get you readers emotionally involved. I need to take you by the hands and like the Pied Piper, lead you down the path I wish you […]
Lifelong Oxford resident Joyce Marie Hadd passed away on January 20, 2021. She was 84. Joyce was the devoted wife of the late Derold Leroy Hadd for over 50 years; loving mother of Debbie (Robert) Sinacola, Dennis Hadd, Diane Stevenson, Denise (David) Harvey and Steven (Kasey) Hadd; dear grandmother of 9; great grandmother of 6 […]
In our 41st week of reporting local COVID numbers, our area saw a decrease in “recent” cases and an increase in total cases. “Recent” cases are the positive confirmed cases within the last 30 days and is updated by Oakland County Monday through Saturday. According to numbers provided by the county, last week we reported […]
I learn’t — and don’t use that word in school, kids because teachers frown upon its use — there were only three school districts in Oakland County who continuously maintained an in-person option for students since the school year began. Wanna’ know which districts? Clawson, Brandon and Oxford. I’m kind of surprised by this […]
Last week, Oxford High School swimmers and divers participated in the 2020 Michigan High School Athletic Association’s Div. 1 championship meet at Hudsonville High School. Senior diver Amelia Knotts was All-State with a 3rd place finish. “We are so proud of her and can’t wait to continue watching her diving career at Grand Valley State […]
Oxford resident Ronald Chaffee, 83, our kind, gentle, and most thoughtful husband, father, and grandfather passed away on January 16, 2021 at home, with his loving family by his side. Ron was born on September 11, 1937 to parents Ellsworth and Frances (Ackerman) Chaffee in Harrison Township, Clare County. He was raised in Sterling, Michigan […]
Pamela Ann Jessee of Lake Orion passed away on January 13, 2021. She was 77. Pamela was preceded in death by her parents Otis and Katherine Broome. She was an amazing mother to her children Candi (Steve) Pavliscak, Angie (JT) Gaietto and James (Michele) Jessee; loving grandmother of Megan, Justin, Laura and Joseph; beloved sister […]