Obituary
Dawn Marie Pilch, age 50, passed away on October 18, 2025, in Dearborn. Born on March 18, 1975, in Ypsilanti, she lived a life full of love and devotion to her family.
Dawn is remembered as a cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her greatest joy came from spending time with the family she loved so dearly. She found happiness in every gathering, creating lasting memories with those she held dear.
She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Ted and Jan Wooten; her sister, Lisa Browning; uncles, Robert and Jerry Wooten; and her cousin, Robert Wooten. Dawn's legacy endures through her surviving family: her devoted husband, Ryan Pilch; her loving son, Trevor (Trinity Porter) Pilch; her sister, Sherry (Dave) Lindsay, and her brother-in-law, Terry Browning. She also leaves behind her cherished nieces and nephews: Jessica, Jake, Stephanie, Yolanda, Junior, and Daniel, her uncles, Roger and Larry Wooten, her Aunt Linda (Rusty) Coates, her best friend Heather Bonnici and her daughter Jake Woods. Dawn will be deeply missed by her many loving cousins and friends who shared in her life's journey.
Though she has left this world, Dawn's spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love have left an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to have been part of her life.