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MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES

April 2009

 LAST NAME "D"

DABROWSKI VINCENT DABROWSKI March 30, 2009. Age 89. Beloved husband of Leona (nee Kubiak). Dearest father of Michael Dabrowski, David Dabrowski, and the late Ellen (Bruce) White. Loving grandfather of Sara and Joseph. Proud great-grandfather of Laura and Logan. Dear brother of Elizabeth (the late Alex) Rogos and the late Henry (Charlotte) Dombrowski. Inurnment Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan Arrangements by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile).

DAEL JULIUS C DAEL JULIUS DAEL April 5, 2009, age 82. Beloved husband for 62 years of Dolores. Dear father of Robert E. (Ellen) and Dennis A. (Doreen). Loving grandfather of Julie, Roger, Mary Frances, Susan, Nicholas, Christopher, and the late Joseph Dael. Brother of George E. Dael (Ann). Family will receive friends Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (between 13 - 14 Mile), with Scripture Service Tuesday 7 p.m. Memorial Mass Wednesday 11 a.m. at St. Hugo of the Hills Stone Chapel, 2215 Opdyke Road, Bloomfield Hills. Memorials to U of D Jesuit High School & Academy. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

DALLIGAN ALICE C DALLIGAN ALICE DALLIGAN Age 85, April 16, 2009. Beloved wife of Carl. Dear cousin of Jane Cook and Susan Pyle. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Funeral service Wednesday 10 a.m. at Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church, 19950 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods. ahpeters.com

DALRYMPLE DEREK A.DALRYMPLE DEREK DALRYMPLE age 30; of Oxford (formerly of Seminole, FL); passed away April 2, 2009. Derek was passionate about playing music and spending time with his family. Beloved husband of Heather Dalrymple; "daddy" of Hadley, Michaela and Aspen; beloved son of Margaret (Larry Vanscoy) Dalrymple and Tim (Therese) Dalrymple; brother of Jim (Mary) Hartman, Larry (Maria) Hartman, David Dalrymple, Jessica Dalrymple, Nicole Dalrymple and Denise Reardon; nephew of Pat (Henry Zeuner) Nagal; son-in-law of Daryl (Russella) Pyke; brother-in-law of Tanya Pyke, Jason Malin and Daryl (Glory) Pyke II. "Daddy, we will always have you in our hearts." Friends may visit Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel, 39 W. Burdick, Oxford, MI 48371 on Monday, April 6, 2009, from 12 Noon to 4 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Monday, April 6, 2009, at 4 p.m. Pastor David Gerber will be officiating. www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com

DANIEL EDWARD A DANIEL EDWARD DANIEL age 84; of Commerce; passed away on April 18, 2009. Mr. Daniel was an Army veteran and proudly served his country during W.W. II. He was an educator in music and taught for the Pontiac school system. When he was not spending time with his family, he enjoyed archery, wood carving and lapidary. Beloved husband of 61 years to Norma; proud father of Deborah Crotty, Judith Daniel, Anne (Kerry) Scott, Victoria (Erick) Clasman, Catherine (Roger) Daniel-Deboer; caring grandfather of Lucas, Sean, Christopher, Zachary, Valerie, Samantha and Sydney; brother of Theodore Daniel and Joyce Szymczyk; along with several nieces and nephews. The Memorial Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Road, White Lake. A Private Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

DANILUK JERZY G DANILUK JERZY DANILUK Age 78. March 30, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Anna. Dear father of Monika (Marko) Shumylo. Adored grandfather (Dziadzio) of Christian and Sophia Shumylo. Survior of Polish Uprising during WWII. Immigrated to the U.S. in 1965 and began working at Ford Motor Co. from which he retired 32 years later. He will be truly missed by all of his family and friends. Funeral service Friday 9:30 a.m. at Church of the Divine Child, 25001 Herbert Weier Dr., in Dearborn. Memorial donations suggested to Odyssey Healthcare of Detroit or the American Cancer Society.

DARGA LEON DARGA Age 82, of White Lake; passed away on April 4, 2009. Mr. Darga was a master bricklayer for over 50 years, working on the many commercial buildings in the Detroit area. He also was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, and served in the US Army Aircorps. Beloved husband of 63 years to Ruth. Dear father of Susan Rusiecki, Karen Darga, Charles (Linda) Darga, Michael (Deborah) Darga, Jane Darga, Leon, Jr. (Sharon) Darga, and Peter (Colleen) Darga. Proud grandfather of 16 and great-grandfather of 7. Caring brother of Maryann Neumann and Rosemarie Dinehart. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9086 Hutchins Road, White Lake. The visitation will be Monday from 3-8 p.m., with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Road, White Lake. Mr. Darga will lie in state at church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until Mass. Private interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit. Memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home for the Friarworks-The Franciscan Friars and Capuchin Soup Kitchen.

DAUGHERTY MARY JEAN DAUGHERTY MARY DAUGHERTY Age 80, formerly of St. Clair Shores, died April 19, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Dear mother of Carol (James) Hall, Kevin (Sue) Daugherty, Brian (Denise) Daugherty and David (Mary) Daugherty. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Memorial Mass Monday, June 8th at 10 a.m. at St. Isaac Jogues Church, 21121 Madison, St. Clair Shores. Inurnment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials to In-House Hospice would be appreciated.

DAVIS GLENN DANE DAVIS GLENN DAVIS Age 79, passed away on April 2, 2009 at his home after a long illness. He was born on March 29, 1930 in Detroit, the son of the late Carl and Nellie Davis. He attended Georgetown College in Kentucky and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. On June 4, 1951, he married Jean Nickora. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jean; two daughters, Denise (Tom) Miller and Dawn (Richard) Fox, three sons, Scott (Sandi) Davis, Kurt (Barb) Davis and Lance (Marcia) Davis; thirteen grandchildren, Ryan (Angela) and Sarah Miller, Kelly (Dan) Weier, Erik and Brett Fox, Drake, Logan, Dane, Nolan and Adam Davis, Erik, Ryan and Candice Carlson; two great-grandchildren, Ian and Isabella Weier. Also survived by sister, Nancy Bissett and many nieces and nephews. He was predeseased by his sister, Barbara Kelley and brother Sidney. Glenn was an avid outdoorsman and artist who loved to spend time at his homes on Harsens Island and Hawks, Michigan. He left behind many beautiful award winning duck decoys that he hand carved and painted. Before his retirement he worked for the State of Michigan, Macomb County and the City of Warren. Glenn was cremated and there will be a private ceremony at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made out to Ducks Unlimited or Hospice of Michigan, c/o Lance Davis, 68223 Winchester Court, Washington, Michigan 48095.

DAVIS LEO E DAVIS LEO DAVIS; of White Lake, formerly of Waterford; April 18, 2009; age 92. Loving husband of Helen for 69 years; father of Terry (Dorothy) Davis, Judy (Ron) Santavicca, Margaret (Patrick) Dunn and Douglas (Evelyn) Davis; grandfather of 7; great grandfather of 12; brother of Velma Walters, Arlene Walters, Shirley Bryan and the late Lauren Davis and the late Ariel Davis. Leo retired from General Motors after 42 years of service. He served in the U.S. Army during W.W. II. Leo was an avid outdoorsman. Leo was a member of the U.F.O. Model Airplane Club, the Waterford Rusty Blades and numerous square dance clubs. Memorial Mass 11 a.m. Friday, May 1, 2009 at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, Waterford where friends may visit after 10:30 a.m. Inurnment All Saints Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Mercy Hospice or Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church. Online guest book www.wintfuneralhome.com

DAVIS NORMAN DAVIS April 4, 2009. Dear husband of Mary L. Dear father of Norman, Daniel (Jackie), Dawn (Jeffrey) Kujawa and Janice Wilson Davis. Dear grandfather of Jeffrey and Justin Davis, William and Danny Wilson and Kyle and Nicole Kujawa. Visitation at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Rd., New Baltimore, Friday 2:30-9 p.m. and at Grace United Methodist Church, 49655 Jefferson, Chesterfield, on Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of memorial service at 11 a.m. Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church.

DAWSON SHIRLEY J DAWSON SHIRLEY DAWSON Age 77, April 3, 2009. Beloved wife of Eric. Loving mother of Eric Jr. (Jami), Jim (Beth) and Ken Dawson and Lynn (Chuck) Fischback. Dear grandmother of Kimi, Jamie, Nick, Ron and Ryan. Sister of Pat (Lee) Messer and Tom (Marla) Robinson. Funeral Service at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, Tuesday at 11 a.m. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to In House Hospice. Please sign the online guestbook at: www.rggrharris.com.

DEAN ANITA ELEANOR DEAN ANITA DEAN of Clarkston, formerly of Brown City; April 18, 2009; age 89. Preceded in death by her husband Dewey Duke ; mother of Robert (Ann) Dean of Clarkston; grandma of Julia (Henry) Whitmore and Mark (Darlene) Dean; also survived by five great grandchildren; sister of Louise Dombrawski and George (Viola) Pisariuk. Funeral Arrangements are being entrusted to the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. For further information call 248-625-5231 Sunday after 1 p.m.

DeCESARE AURORA MARIE DeCESARE AURORA DeCESARE age 97; of Rochester Hills; April 24, 2009. Loving wife of the late Roy; dear sister of Roy Tassinare and Lorraine Janson; aunt of Jerry (Susan) Janson, Judy (Ed) Wisnewski, Charles Tassinare, Curtis Tassinare, and the late Bruce Tassinare. Funeral Mass Monday, April 27, 2009 11 a.m. with an In State time of 10 a.m. at St. Irenaeus Catholic Church, 771 Old Perch Road, Rochester. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorials to St. Irenaeus Catholic Church. Arrangements in the care of Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

DECKER MARJORIE G DECKER MARJORIE DECKER Age 91 April 20, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Francis. Dearest mother of Anne Marie Decker (Edward Marshall), Kathryn Decker and the late Frank F. Dear grandmother of Jennifer Witt, Justin Breard, Stephen Burlingame and Daniel J. Burlingame. Also survived by three great grandchildren. Dear sister of Joseph McDyer. Visitation Thursday 3-8 p.m. with a Scripture service 6:30 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Friday 10:00 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 467 Fairford, Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial Contributions to the American Heart Association. ahpeters.com

DEEDS ELIZABETH DEEDS March 31, 2009. Age 97. Wife of the late Glenn. Mother of Melanie Deeds, David (Christine) Deeds, and the late Hazel Beth Deeds. Grandmother of Michael Brown, Sara Brown, Nicole (Timothy) Snow, and Lori Deeds. Great-grandmother of Zachary and Jackson Snow. She was a fighter for everything she believed in. She was magnificently curious about the world. She left an impression on everyone she met. The world will not be the same without her. Memorial Service pending. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Gray Panthers, the Detroit Institute of Arts, or your local public library.

DELANEY CHARLES F DELANEY CHARLES DELANEY Age 89 of Farmington Hills, April 11, 2009. Dear father of Patricia (Jess) Soto. Loving grandfather of Greg (Jane) Catanese. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, Downtown Farmington, (248) 474-5200 heeney-sundquist.com

DeLONG HERBERT E DeLONG HERBERT DeLONG Age 81, April 4, 2009. Retired Detroit Police Dept. Dear husband of Sharon. Dear father of Dianne (Jihad) Slim, David, Daniel (Robin), Michael Mackey, Theresa (Tim) O'Grady, Kathleen (Ken) Punter, David (Misty) Mackey and Tina (Jim) Vinton. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Visitation at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Rd., New Baltimore, Monday 2:30-8 p.m. In state at St. John's Lutheran Church, 51161 Maria, New Baltimore, Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association.

DELONIS DOROTHY DELONIS Age 92, April 23, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Harry. Dearest sister-in-law, aunt, godmother, and close friend. Longtime member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Visitation Monday 4-9 p.m., Rosary 6:30 p.m., Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren, Detroit. In state 9 a.m. Tuesday at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 7685 Grandville, Detroit. Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery.

DEMRAY DAVID PAUL DEMRAY DAVID DEMRAY age 62; of Walled Lake; died April 4, 2009. Beloved husband of 5 years to Ellen; loving father of Malinda and David; and dear husband of the late Linda; caring brother of William and Peter(Marion). Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. Walled Lake United Methodist Church 313 E. Northport Walled Lake. Friends may visit Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 N. Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. South of Maple Rd) Tuesday 5 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday 2 to 8 p.m. with a Masonic Service at 7 p.m. Interment Oakland Hills Cemetery. Memorials to Karmanos Cancer Center appreciated. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com

DENENFELD RUTH DENENFELD Beloved wife of the late Ernest Denenfeld. Dear mother of Lewis (the late Barbara) Elbinger, Douglas Elbinger (fiancee Judy Brysk), Reuben (Leah) Elbinger, Robert Elbinger, Yehudit (Yossi) Yeinan, and other children Rosalie Denenfeld (Kris Parnicky), Renee Denenfeld, Deborah Denenfeld, and Corinne (Roger) Holberg. 11 loving grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. SERVICES MONDAY 2 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000. INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY, LIVONIA or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com.

DENNIS GEORGE C DENNIS GEORGE DENNIS Age 78. Beloved husband of Linda of 41 years. Dearest father of Laura, Timothy (Jane) Dennis, Tony, Mary (Jan) Jenson, Jim (Ellen) Ressler, Laura (David) Phillips and Frances. Dear brother of Donald Dennis, Margaret (William) Whithorn, and Marilyn (Dennis) Framton. Also survived by 10 beloved grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Walter Scott Skupny Funeral Home, Roseville, 586-773-6333. George served in the U.S. Marine Corps of the American Legion Post 431 of Auburn Hills. He loved all sports and playing cards, and was a loving, kind person who will be deeply missed.

DEPOORTER IRENE M DEPOORTER IRENE DEPOORTER Age 81. April 15, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Oril. Dearest mother of Donald (Sue), Gerald (Mary), Janet (Jeff) Grove, Betty (Larry) Clouse, James (Sheila), Michelle (Robert) Olzem and Timothy (Linda). Loving grandmother of 16 and one great grandchild expected. Visitation Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 4:30 p.m. Scripture Service at the Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper, St. Clair Shores (between 12-13 Mile Rd). In state Monday 10:15 a.m. at St. Angela Church with mass 10:45 a.m.  

DERFINY JOYCE D DERFINY JOYCE DERFINY JOYCE LeBLANC DERFINY Age 87, of Mesa, Arizona for 32 years, Chicago-land area, and Lincoln Park and Newaygo, Michigan, passed away in Burr Ridge, Illinois, April 13, 2009 where she had been living the past year. She is survived by her sons: Dennis (Patricia), of Clarendon Hills, IL; Daniel (Linda) of Cass City, MI; David Derfiny of Gardena, CA; grandchildren: Katherine and Stephen Derfiny; Matthew Derfiny, Michele (Andres) Wells; Aaron (Veronica) Kudlak; great-grandson: Caleb Kudlak; brother: Joseph (Billie) Le Blanc, Foster City CA, and was preceded in death by her daughter, Patrice (Kirby) Kudlak in 1974, husband, Joseph in 1978, and brother, Bruce (late Thelma) Le Blanc in 1980. Memorial Visitation will be held Saturday, April 25, 9-11 a.m. with Service at 11 a.m. at Heartland Memorial Center, 7151 183rd St., Tinley Park, IL. Memorial Mass, Tuesday, April 28, 10:30 a.m. at The Church of the Resurrection, 3201 S Evergreen Rd, Tempe, AZ, inurnment following at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Mesa, AZ. Memorials may be directed to the American Stroke Association. For info call (708)444-22

De ROUSIE CORY H De ROUSIE CORY De ROUSIE Age 82, died, April 10, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Joyce. Dearest father of Michael (Jessica) De Rousie, Patricia (Robb) De Rousie-Webb and Tammy Havenstein. Dear step-father of the Kuczek family. Dear grandfather of Stephanie and Philipp. Dear brother of the late John Carlova, Marcella Silitch and Thomas De Rousie. Mr. De Rousie served our country during WW II in the US Navy. Services from the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd. (2 blks. W. of Woodward), Berkley, Tuesday at 11:00 AM, with visitation Monday from 2-9 PM. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or American Lung Association or Disabled American Veterans. Share your memories at: www.sawyerfuller.com

DeWITT JAMES O DeWITT JAMES DeWITT 78, of Oregon, Ohio passed away Monday, April 13, 2009 at the Toledo Hospital. He was born on January 30, 1931 in Wyandotte, MI. to Wayne and Mildred DeWitt. James worked in the Steel Industry for 38 years, including McLouth Steel for 32 years and Razorback Steel for 6 years. James was a wonderful and caring husband, father, brother and friend. He will be sadly missed, but he has left us with so many great memories of his love and humor that we will cherish forever. James is survived by his daughters, Marilyn Steel, Susan (Mark) Oldham, Linda (James) Malvesto and Beth (Mark) Beach; grandchildren, Brandon, Sarah and Alison; great-granddaughter, Ava; siblings, Fred (Carolyn) DeWitt and Louise (Roger) Lance and his canine companion, Smokey. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Bettie, in July of last year, parents and son, Richard. Friends may visit Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S. Wynn Rd. in Oregon (419) 693-9304, on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 from 3 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Assistance Dogs of America or the American Lung Association. www.freckchapel.com

DICKEY MARY ELAINE DICKEY MARY DICKEY Age 61, of New Boston, April 24, 2009. Beloved wife of Ernest Dickey. Loving mother of Mike (Shari) Dickey. Dearest grandmother of Brendan and Shannon. Dear daughter of Mary Jane (the late Charles) Jenkins, and sister of David (Sharon) Jenkins. Funeral service is Wednesday, 2 p.m. at Michigan Memorial Funeral Home, (next to Michigan Memorial Park), 30895 Huron River Dr., Huron Township, (734) 783-2646. Visitation is Monday, 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday, 12-9 p.m. Interment at Michigan Memorial Park.

DIDIA JOSEPH W DIDIA JOSEPH DIDIA February 5, 1937 to February 6, 2009. Beloved son of the late John Battista Didia and Francesca Giacalone Didia. Brother to the late Jim, Mary, Frances and Nick. Survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends from coast to coast and beyond. Service Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 2:00 pm at White Chapel Cemetery. Please sign guestbook at: obituaries.uniontrib.com

DIEM ROBERT LEO DIEM ROBERT DIEM Died Friday, April 24, 2009 at Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo, MI. Mr. Diem was born October 5, 1921 in Carsonville, MI, the son of Leo and Margaret (Maher) Diem. He was known locally as "The General". He had retired from management at Kraft/General Foods in 1982. Surviving are his wife Estelle; 3 children and their spouses, Marcia and Jim Connell of Allegan, Robert and Kathryn Diem of Shingle Springs, California and Gregory and Diane Diem of St. Charles, Illinois; five grandchildren, Robert, Renee, Ian, Ryan, and Kari; 3 great-grandchildren, Chance, Cade, and Joshua. He was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. Friends may meet with the family from 1-3 p.m. Friday, May 29, at the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.com. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 4 p.m Friday, May 29, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Allegan. Rev. Fr. Alan P. Jorgensen, Celebrant. Interment will take place at a later date at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Port Sanilac, MI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Children's Neuroblastoma Cancer Foundation.

DIETZMAN LORENE EVELYN DIETZMAN LORENE DIETZMAN born March 26, 1914, in Wamac, Illinois, to Albert and Edith Bronson; went to be with the Lord April 22, 2009; at the age of 95. She was the loving and faithful wife of Rev. Ralph Dietzman; and wonderful mother to Leslie (Estelle) Dietzman, Mavis (Bob) Sturgis, and Bonnie (Douglas) Meenen. She was the loving and kind grandmother of 9 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Funeral Service Monday, April 27, 2009 11 a.m. at Clarkston Free Methodist Church. Friends may visit Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. Memorial contributions may be sent marked African Scholarships in Memory of Lorene Dietzman, sent to: Friends of Hope Africa University, c/o The Free Methodist Foundation, Box 580, Spring Arbor, MI 49283. For me to live is Christ and to Die is gain. Online guest book www.wintfuneralhome.com

DIMECH CONNIE DIMECH April 21, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Dearest mother of Gloria (Jeff) Dimech-Gaines, Joyce (Frank) Reeser, Manuel (Sandra), John (Kristen) and Robert (Sean). Dear sister of Carmen (James) Fenech, Charles (Rose) Axiak and sister-in-law Katherine Axiak. Grandmother of Daniel, Laura, Kimberly, Christina, Geena, Matthew and Addison. Funeral Saturday 9am at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. and 9:30 a.m. Mass from Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. Vigil Service Friday evening. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. howepeterson.com

DISNER ELIOT DISNER Beloved husband of Sandra Disner. Dear father of Perrin Disner, Seth Disner and Madeleine Disner. Loving son of the late Devora and Jerome Disner. Dearest brother of Harve (Judy) Disner, Burton (Adrienne Mark) Disner and Steven Disner. Devoted brother-in-law of the late Susan Disner and the late Shari Disner. SERVICES WEDNESDAY, 10:00 AM AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

DOBEK GLORIA DOBEK KAY DOBEK Age 74. April 7, 2009. Loving wife of Joe for 55 years. Cherished mother of Debbie, Joe (Kathy), Sue and Mary. Dearest grandmother of six and great-grandmother of eight. Visitation Thursday 2-8 p.m. at the Leonard A. Turowski and Son Funeral Home, 9300 Middlebelt Road (just south of West Chicago Road) Livonia. www.neely-turowski.com

DOBNER JOHN LEO DOBNER JOHN DOBNER Age 92 of Rochester Hills, April 19, 2009; Loving husband of the late Ella Jean. Dear father of Gail. Grandfather of Jason. Survived by several nieces and nephews. Mr. Dobner was a veteran of WW II and a member of Abiding Presence Lutheran Church. The family will receive friends at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd. Rochester Wednesday 3-8 p.m. Funeral services will be Thursday April 23, 2009 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Clinton Grove Cemetery. Suggested memorials to Abiding Presence Lutheran Church. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

DOLKOWSKI DELPHINE G DOLKOWSKI DELPHINE DOLKOWSKI Age 85 of Sterling Heights, beloved wife of the late Hillard Anthony, died in the arms of Jesus, April 11, 2009. Mrs. Dolkowski will be lovingly remembered by her six children, Larry (Debbie), Michael (Dona), Robert (Sue), Donald (Judy) Dolkowski, Jacqueline (Hank) Pierik, and Suzann (Dolkowski) Wheatly; thirteen grandchildren, Scott, Shelly (Jeff), Todd (Lisa), Kelley (Vince), Candice, Michelle, Laura, Michale, Alexis and Jack; two great grandchildren, Ricardo and T. J.; surviving sister Sylvia Opatich. Mrs. Dolkowski was employed by the federal government for 17 years and was recognized for her loyal service at the 1987 Pan American Olympic Games held in Indianapolis. Mrs. Dolkowski was an accomplished violinist and gifted seamstress. As a young woman Mrs. Dolkowski shared a passion for ballroom dancing with Hillard, family and friends at the Greystone Ballroom on Woodward Avenue. Mrs. Dolkowski enjoyed volunteering her time as a Boy Scout den mother for 9 years. Delphine and Hillard took every opportunity to travel both domestically and abroad. Delphine died peacefully at home with her family by her side. Visitation Wednesday 2-8 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Rd. Clinton Twp., 48038. Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, Burial will take place at Great Lakes National Cemetery.  

DOLORIA SR MARY DOLORIA April 24, 2009 (Dorothy Horozaniecki). Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. Tuesday following the Translation Service at 10 a.m. with Prayers at 10:15 a.m. at the Felician Convent, 36800 Schoolcraft, Livonia. Viewing at the Convent Sunday and Monday 1-8 p.m. Arrangements by the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, (313) 561-1500. Memorials may be made to the Felician Sisters Retirement Fund. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

DOMINGO JOSEPH V DOMINGO SR JOSEPH DOMINGO SR 84 of Homer, ormerly of Albion, passed away Monday, April 13, 2009 at his residence. He was born in Albion on February 10, 1925 to Frank and Rosario (DiAngelo) Domingo. Visitation will be Thursday, April 16 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive in Albion. See www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com

DONA GEORGE A DONA GEORGE DONA Beloved husband of the late Sonia. Dear father of Tony (Sue), Ric (Linda) and Dawn (Steve) Boyd. Grandfather of Calvin, Talia, Aidan, Ashlyn, Crystal and Ashley. Brother of Georgine (Bernie) Grabe. Aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. And of course his shop partner, Tiffany. Memorial service Saturday 12 noon at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville.  

DONOVAN JOHN F DONOVAN JOHN DONOVAN JACK DONOVAN Age 78, April 5, 2009. Beloved husband of Anne. Dear Step-father of Michael (Donna) Parow, Susan (Bruce) Farver and David Parow. Grandfather of eight. Brother of Peggy Broder, Phil (Rose), Sharon (Barry) McAskin and the late James. Brother-in-law of Carol. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 8679 Riverview (2 blocks east of Telegraph, south of Joy). Member of O.L.G St. Vincent dePaul Society.

DOPULOS NETTIE N DOPULOS NETTIE DOPULOS Age 83 of Brighton, MI, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2009 at U of M Hospital in Ann Arbor. Beloved wife of Dino Dopulos. Nettie was a teacher for many years at Ruddman School in Detroit. Family will receive friends on Monday, April 13, 2009 from 1-7 p.m. with Service at 2 p.m. Arrangements made by Keehn Funeral Home in Brighton.

DORNOFF DOLORES DORNOFF Tecumseh, MI. Age 74, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2009. Dolores' family will receive friends at the Nie Family Funeral Home, 3767 W. Liberty Rd., Ann Arbor, MI on Monday, April 20, from 2-8 p.m. A Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, April 21, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Catholic Church, 520 Elizabeth St., Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass. For more details, please visit www.niefuneralhomes.com

DOROUGH WILLIAM J DOROUGH WILLIAM DOROUGH April 26, 2009. Age 75 of Livonia. Beloved husband of Eileen. Loving father of Kathryn (Scott) Carano, Karen (John) Duncan and Bill (Jill). Devoted grandfather of Connor, William, Cooper, Kyle, Bryce, Brooke and Thomas. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. In state Thursday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. Maurice Catholic Church, 32765 Lyndon, Livonia.

DOUGLAS ANITA FLO DOUGLAS ANITA DOUGLAS of Pontiac; April 20, 2009; at 74 years of age. Loving mother of Jerry (Debbie) Douglas and Terry Douglas; beloved sister of Joan Anderson, Linda (Nick) Gerard, Marvin Treece, Charles (Bernadette) Treece, James (Beth) Treece, Floyd (Darnell) Treece and the late Paula Mathews; dear grandmother of Tonya (Dave), Shane and Darlene. Anita was great animal lover and especially loved her dogs. She also enjoyed painting in her earlier years. Funeral Service will be Friday, April 24, 2009 11 a.m. at Silver Lake Church of the Nazarene, 520 W. Walton, Pontiac. Pastor Larry Bowling will officiate. Interment will follow at Ottawa Park Cemetery, Clarkston. Family will receive friends at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford, Thursday 6 to 9 p.m. and at church after 10 a.m. on Friday. Memorial donations may be made to Silver Lake Church of the Nazarene. To send a private condolence go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

DOUGLAS EARL DOUGLAS Age 82. April 14, 2009 of Southgate. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen. Loving father of Stacey (Raymond) Severyn. Dearest grandfather of Michelle (Steve) and Chad (Stacy). Dear great-grandfather of Abigail, Ryan, Jennifer and Jimmy. Brother of Gertrude Baird and Mary Christen. Preceded in death by brothers W.J. and Francis. Visitation Friday 1 - 9 PM, service Saturday, 11 AM, John Molnar Funeral Home, 14032 Northline Road, Southgate. www.molnarfuneralhome.com

DOUGLAS ERNESTINE DOUGLAS Age 80, April 24, 2009. Resident of Fraser and previously of St. Clair Shores. Beloved wife of Richard. Loving mother of Terry (Lynn) Warfield, Lon (Diane) Warfield, Daniel (Vickie) Warfield, Lori (Daniel) Brophy and step-mother of Kirk (Harumi), Craig (Lisa), and Kathleen Douglas. Proud grandmother of Kelly, Adam, Christopher, Ryan, Lindsay, James, Erin, James, Lindsey, Hannah and James. Dearest sister-in-law of Grace (McCollom) Schmitz, niece Nancy (Patrick) Ford and nephew Charles (Barbara) McCollom. Previously deceased by her brother Richard McCollom. Ernestine was a graduate and longtime respected employee of South Lake Schools. Visitation Tuesday 4-9 PM at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until Funeral 11:30 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 22915 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores. Internment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East Cemetery. Memorial contributions to St. John Health Foundation, 1471 E. 12 Mile Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071-9784. ahpeters.com

DOVER RONALD W DOVER RONALD DOVER Age 60 of Madison Heights. Husband of the late Peggy. Dear father of Kimberly (Michael) Sloan, Christy Dover, Rhonda Dover and Elizabeth Dover. Brother of Linda Dabio, Carol (Les) Heidmous and Larry Dover. Four grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive. Visitation Sunday 1-8 p.m. with Funeral Services Monday 11 a.m. at the Wessels & Wilk Funeral Home, 23690 Woodward, Pleasant Ridge. Burial Roseland Park. Memorials are suggested to Royal Oak Beaumont Hospice.

DUCA JOSEPH DUCA Age 75, April 22, 2009. Beloved husband of Diane. Loving father of Mark (Laura) and Joseph Jr. (JoAnne). Proud grandfather of Mark Jr., Anthony, Melody and Aimee. Dear brother of John (Mary), Salvatore (Carol), Rose (Anthony) Randazzo, Gaspare (Mary) , Mary Grace (Benjamin) Aloia, Joann (Nicholas) Samartino and Ann (Joseph) Serra. Visitation Saturday 3-9 p.m., Sunday 1-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Monday in state 9 a.m. at St. Blase Church, 12151 15 Mile (between Schoenherr and Dodge Park) until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Donations are welcome to the Karmanos Cancer Institute. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

DUNKER VIOLA DUNKER of Frankenmuth, MI, passed away Thursday April 23, 2009 at her home, age 94 years. Viola List was born on October 2, 1914 in Tuscola County, MI. She was married to Melvin Dunker on February 22, 1949, he survives her. Funeral services will take place at 10:15 A.M. Monday April 27, 2009 at the Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin St. and 11:00 A.M. at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church. Rev. Michael Fitzgerald will officiate with burial between services in St. Lorenz Cemetery. Viola's family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Sunday from 1-4 P.M. and on Monday from 9:30 A.M. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. Lorenz Lutheran Church or St. Peter Lutheran Church. www.cederbergfh.com

DUNN HAYWARD H DUNN HAYWARD DUNN of Waterford; April 6, 2009; age 87. Loving husband of Betty June for 64 years; beloved father of Hayward Dan Lee (Mary), Gary (Betty Jo), Donna (Larry) Walker, Deborah (Jeffrey) Latimer, Michael (Wanda) and Robin; preceded in death by his sons Rodney and Philip; grandfather of 22; great grandfather of 27; great great grandfather of 2; beloved brother of Norman, Marian (Roger), Shirley, Norma, Harriett, Joan (Jack), James (Judy). Preceded in death by Edgar, John and Jo Ann. Hayward retired from General Motors. He served in the Navy during W.W. II. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Saturday, April 11, 2009 at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Thursday 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Interment Ottawa Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First Church of the Brethren. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com 

DYORICH MILDRED DYORICH April 18, 2009. Age 91 of Brownstown, formerly of Lincoln Park. Beloved wife of the late John. Dearest mother of Joseph (Marie), Nick, Michael (Bonnie) and the late John Jr. (the late Mary). Loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren and the late grandson Daniel. Dear sister of Michael Perensovich and Evelyn Bent. Funeral Service Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at the John K. Solosy Funeral Home, 3206 Fort, Lincoln Park, followed by 11 a.m. Mass at Christ the Good Shepherd Church. Visitation Tuesday from 1-8 p.m.