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MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES

April 2009

 LAST NAME "P"

PAGE KATHLEEN FERREE PAGE KATHLEEN PAGE age 59; of Farwell, and former Pontiac resident; died Saturday, April 25, 2009, at her home, after an illness. She was born on April 24, 1950, in Oakland County, daughter of the late Harley and Myrtle (Stone) Ferree. She attended schools in Pontiac and had worked at the Fox and Hounds Restaurant. Kathleen loved to cook. Her hobbies included computers, flowers, crocheting, astrology and going for rides in her car. Kathleen was a loving mother and enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. She is survived by 3 sons, Christopher (Amanda) Page, Dane (Lisa) Page and Shawn Page; by 12 grandchildren; 3 brothers, Harley Grant (Connie) Ferree, II, Brian (Diana) Ferree and Brent (Janna) Ferree; two sisters, Tami (James) Robinson and Dianne (Ron) Battle. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by one son, Shane Page. Funeral Services will take place at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, 2009, from the Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Home, 1200 West Wheeler Street, Midland. Kathleen's family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the family. If you are unable to visit with the family in person you may send your condolences through www.waresmithwoolever.com

PALAZZOLA JOHN PALAZZOLA Age 66 of Warren died April 20, 2009. Beloved husband of Darlene. Dear brother of Nina (Dennis) Rathnaw, Connie (Thomas) Kotula, and the late Theresa Jeszke. Brother in law of Larry and Debbie. Survived by several nieces, nephews and the late Grace Marie Carver and Ann Skrok. Also survived by great nieces and nephews. Greatly missed by his beloved pets: Candi, Sparky, and Pouncer. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile) Warren. Vigil service 7 pm. Mass Thursday 11 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, 4401 Bart Ave., Warren. In state 10:30 a.m. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery. www.ahpeters.com

PALIGA LOIS PALIGA April 17, 2009. Age 66. She married Walt in 1964 and lived most of her married life in Dearborn Heights. She was a wonderful, giving person who had a love for the arts. Lois wrote poetry and played many musical instruments including the guitar, piano, and violin. She also played the harp and performed in numerous harp concerts. Lois was the beloved wife of Walter V. of 45 years. Dear mother of Walter C. (Marielly), Sherry Kernohan, and Kelly Yun (Curt). Sister of Joyce Lanza. Grandmother of Walter and Vincenzo Paliga, Ian, Zoe, and Phoebe Kernohan, and Jordan, Ryan, Emily, Curt, and Quinn Yun. Funeral Mass Friday 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 22430 Michigan Ave., Dearborn. Visitation Thursday, from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Howe-Peterson.com

PALMER RICHARD P PALMER RICHARD PALMER DICK PALMER of Clarkston; April 21, 2009; age 76. Loving husband of Barbara for 55 years; father of Cynthia (Tom) Boller, Patricia (Dennis) Jones, Mike (Elaine) Palmer and Colleen (Russell) Wrijil; grandfather of Gregory Worrell, Jennifer Worrell, Loren (Brandi) Worrell, Christopher (Amanda) Jones, Cheryl (Courtney) Mazur, Joshua (Lindsey) Palmer, Melissa (Brett) Park, Jason Palmer, Meghan Palmer, Emily Wrijil and Jacob Wrijil; great grandfather of five; brother of Joy Brummet and Kitty Stearn. Dick retired from Consumers Power. He served in the United States Army and was recently president of the Oxford Senior Center. Memorial Service 3 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2009 at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Saturday 2 p.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association. On line guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com

PALMER ROBERT ALLEN PALMER ROBERT PALMER Age 88, April 12, 2009, of Livonia. Beloved husband of the late Lucille. Loving father of Sandra Johnstone of Pleasant Ridge, MI. Brother of Jack Palmer of Hesperia, MI. Robert was a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII and retired from Kelsey-Hayes Wheel. Funeral service Friday 10 a.m. at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia. Visitation Thursday 3-5 and 6-8 p.m. Donations would be appreciated to Michigan Humane Society or Michigan Animal Rescue League. Share a memory at: www.rggrharris.com

PAMEL JAMES P PAMEL JAMES PAMEL April 25, 2009, age 85 of Bloomfield Hills. Retired owner and co-founder of National Reproductions Corp. Active member of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese. Member of the Board of Trustees for Leadership 100. Beloved husband of Esther for 53 years. Dear father of Peter J. and Gregory J. (Lisa). Father-in-law of Genevieve. Loving grandfather of Pelagia. Brother of Xeni, Vivi and Ulysses. Family will receive friends Monday 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn. 13-14 Mile), with Trisagion Tuesday 7 p.m. Funeral service Wednesday 11 a.m. at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 43816 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. Memorial tributes to St. George Greek Orthodox Church, or to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 760 W. Wattles, Troy, MI 48098, or donors choice. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

PASCOE HARRY E PASCOE HARRY PASCOE April 27, 2009, age 81. Beloved husband of the late Notie. Loving father of Shirley (Curtis) Golden, Martha Jane Pascoe, and Virginia (Tracy) Hall. Also leaves five dearest grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. from the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd., (one Block N. of 12 Mile), Warren. Interment Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m.

PASKO VIRGINIA S PASKO VIRGINIA PASKO April 26, 2009, age 87. Beloved wife of Anthony for 62 cherished years. Loving mother of Tony J. (Lori), Glenn (Debbie), and Randall (Mary Jane). Proud grandmother of Jeff, Todd, David, Andrea, Jacquelene, Christine, and John. Predeceased by her adored brother Eugene Skowron. Dear sister-in-law of Edward Pasko, Mary Pasko, and Irene Davis. Also survived by many admiring nieces and nephews. Virginia was an avid bowler and golfer who enjoyed playing bridge. Virginia loved gardening and was an officer in the Clinton Valley Gardening Club. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m Knights of Columbus Rosary Service and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Funeral Thursday in state 8 a.m. at St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 38900 Dodge Park at 17 Mile Rd. until time of Mass 9 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Virginia's honor would be appreciated to Henry Ford Hospice. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

PAULEY MARGARET JANE MacDONALD PAULEY MARGARET MacDONALD PAULEY MARGARET JANE PAULEY MIDGE PAULEY MIDGE MacDONALD PAULEY Born on November 10, 1920 in Highland Park, MI. Passed away peacefully on April 24 under hospice care in Providence Park Hospital. Survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Robert, who was deeply in love with her. Margaret and her husband were residents of Fox Run Retirement Village in Novi, MI. Also survived by her nephew Jack (Lena) MacDonald and Emily and niece Marilyn (Jim) Langenberg. Predeceased by her brothers Jack and Malcolm. Visitation at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, MI on April 26 from 1 to 7 p.m. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Detroit. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. John Hospice or The Michigan Humane Society. On line sympathy message at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com.

PAULI MARIE V PAULI MARIE PAULI MARIE RINKE PAULI (nee RINKE) Age 88. Wife of the late Raymond. Loving mother of Thomas (Doris), Joyce (Arthur) Colpaert, Carolyn (William) Scruggs, Gene (Sue), Barbara Metzger, Allen (Jeannie), Marlene (James) Przybylski, Gary (Denise) and Leo M. (Janet). Predeceased by her parents, Rose and Bartholomew Rinke and seven brothers. Survived by 17 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Visitation at Rudy Funeral Home, 25650 Van Dyke (10½ Mile) Tuesday 3-8:30 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Clement Church, 25320 Van Dyke, until Mass 10 a.m. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to the Capuchins. 

PALUCH MARIA PALUCH Age 81. Beloved wife of the late Dmytro. Loving mother of Daria, John, Christine and Marta (Carl) Copen. Dearest grandmother of Christopher, Joshua, Laryssa and Nicholas. Also survived by family in Ukraine and Poland. Visitation Sunday 6-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Parish Prayers Monday 7 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 10 a.m. at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church (Ryan Rd. just south of 11 Mile Rd.) in Warren.

PANEK AGNES MARIE A PANEK AGNES MARIE PANEK AGNES PANEK life long resident of Royal Oak, died April 20, 2009 at age 80. Beloved mother of Sharon Panek, Patricia Lewis, Barbara Panek, Jeffrey (Rosemarie) Panek, Bertha (Dennis) Elie, Bernard Panek, Peter Panek, James (Patti) Panek, Cindy Songalewski, David (Teri) Panek, and Harry (Krista) Panek. Predeceased by Linda, Aloysius, and Debra. Also survived by 12 brothers and sisters, 23 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 12 Mile Road (2 blocks West of Woodward) Berkley. Rosary Service Thursday 7:00 p.m. In state Friday 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Dennis Catholic Church, 2200 E. 12 Mile Road (at Stephenson) Royal Oak. Share your memories at www.sawyerfuller.com

PAPA WILLIAM PAPA BILL PAPA April 1, 2009, age 84. Beloved husband of the late Barbara for 56 cherished years. Loving father of Albert (Tracey), and Patricia (Joseph) Spezia. Proud grandfather of Stacey (Shamus) O'Keefe, William (Christina) Capaldi, Alexander Papa, Domenic Spezia, Joseph (Teresa) Spezia, Douglas (Martha) Roossien and great grandfather of Brandon and Nathan Hodobas, Hailee O'Keefe, and Isabella Spezia. Dear brother of the late Vince Mantini, the late Americo Papa, and the late Michael Papa. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.) Memorial contributions in William's honor would be appreciated to Leader dogs for the Blind of Rochester. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

PARISIEN LEO ALEXANDER PARISIEN LEO PARISIEN A resident of Wixom and owner of Shade Haven Landscaping, passed away on April 13th, 2009. He is survived by Donna, his beloved wife of fifty years; sons, Michael (Robin) Parisien, Rodney (Janice) Parisien; daughter, Michelle (Larry) Hinze; six grandchildren, three great grandchildren, his siblings, and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. A Memorial Service will be held at New Song Community Church, 1655 Glengary Rd., in Wolverine Lake on Friday, April 24, at 5 p.m. For further information please contact Lynch & Sons, Milford, 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com

PARKA TADEUSZ PARKA TED PARKA age 89; of Livonia; passed away April 14, 2009. Loving husband of Eugenia; dear father of Gerald (Lou Ann) Parka and the late Joyce Sal; proud grandfather of Carl Sal, Kristin (Michael) Powers, Allison (Brian) Graysmark and Michael Parka; great grandfather of Sophia and Nicholas; son-in-law of Dennis (June) Sal; dear brother of Laura Sofian and Virginia Sioma. The Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 17, 2009, at St. Patrick Church, 9086 Hutchins Rd., White Lake. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Rd., White Lake. Mr. Parka will Lie in State at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Odessey Hospice. Please visit www.mem.com

PARKER BRETT MICHAEL PARKER BRETT PARKER age 50; of Brighton; passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at home. Born to Arthur and Winona (Weimer) Parker on June 18, 1958, in Pontiac. Brett married Julie Scott on October 7, 2000, in Southhaven, MS. He was employed with General Motors as an Automotive Engineer. He is survived by his wife, Julie of Brighton; one son, Bryan Gnyp of Florida; his parents, Arthur and Winona Parker of Waterford; one sister, Peggy Parker of Ann Arbor; mother-in-law, Doris Scott of Memphis, TN; brother-in-law, Jason Scott of Seattle, WA; loving aunts, uncles, cousins and many special friends. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m., with visitation starting prior to the service at 10 a.m. at Herrmann Funeral Home, Brighton, with Pastor Tom Hartley officiating. Memorials suggested to Arbor Hospice.

PARKER EARL E PARKER EARL PARKER Age 83. Went to be with the Lord April 9, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Lois. Loving father of Patricia (W. Ronald) Thomason and the late Wayne Parker. Dear grandfather of Christin (Kyle) Mavin, Larry (Kristin) Parker, Ryan (Carrie) Thomason and Guy (Patti Gossett) Parker. Proud great-grandfather of Jacob, Aubrey and Rebekah Mavin, Alexis and Brianna Thomason, Joshua and Jack Parker. Funeral service at R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia Monday 11 am. Visitation Saturday 1-9 pm. Please sign the online guestbook at: www.rggrharris.com

PARRISH JAMES A PARRISH JAMES PARRISH April 13, 2009. Age 91. Veteran WWII 3rd Armored Division and recipient of the Bronze Star. Beloved husband of the late Sunshine. Dearest father of the late Jimmy. Dear brother of Thomas and the late Dorothy Milliron. Also several loving nieces and nephews. Services Saturday 11 a.m. at the Chas. Verheyden Funeral Homes, Inc., 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. Visitation Friday noon-9 p.m. Light a candle and share a memory at: www.verheyden.org .

PASTOR ESTHER PASTOR Dear mother of Sheldon (Anita) Pastor, Dr. Joan (John) Pastor Thompson and the late Becki Pastor. Loving grandmother of Shawna (Brian) Apple, Richard Pastor, Travis (Jennifer) Thompson and Angela (Tony) Cox. Adoring great grandmother of Noa, Talya, Ryan, Lauren, Conner, Sydney and Ava Rose. Devoted sister of Mitzie Halberg and Shirley Taub. SERVICES SUNDAY 12:00NOON AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE HEBREW MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

PASTOR REBECCA PASTOR BECKY PASTOR Passed away in San Fransico. Memorial and Shiva Services at her father Manny Pastor's home on April 19-20 at 31488 Hunter Circle, Farmington Hills, 248-932-0502.

PATRUS HELEN PATRUS April 8, 2009. Age 91. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Loving mother of Reggie (Sue) and Judy (Frank) Urbiel. Loving grandmother of Jeff, Amy (Eric) Kipp, Jenny (Scott) Fraser, Andrea (Gary) Urbiel Goldner, Paul and David. Great-grandmother of Kayla Kipp. Sister of Rev. Joseph A. Janiga, Loretta Janiga, and the late Julia Maciejewski and the late Edziu Janiga. Visitation Saturday 1-9 p.m. and Sunday 12-9 p.m. Rosary Sunday 7 p.m. at Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren. Visitation Monday 9 a.m. at S.S. Peter & Paul Church until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.

PATTERSON MICHAEL PATTERSON Age 92. March 29, 2009 of Detroit. Beloved husband of the late Virginia. Loving father of Trina (Raymond) Czubaj. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral service Saturday, April 4, 2009 1:00 p.m. at Grand Lawn Cemetery (Detroit). Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com

PAVIA CHARLES P PAVIA CHARLES PAVIA Age 79, April 16, 2009 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of Christine. Loving father of Barbara (Michael) Leis. Dear brother of Caroline (Donald) Dembeck and Frank (Linda) Pavia. Also survived by his nieces and nephews. Funeral Service from The Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard), Monday 11:15 a.m. Prayers to Saint Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Allen Park for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Entombment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. with Vigil Service 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Please visit on line guest book at www.martenson.com

PAWLIK JOSEPH G PAWLIK JOSEPH PAWLIK April 15, 2009. Age 55. Of Redford. Longtime friend of Jenny Johnson. Loving father of Rachael (Brian) King. Dear grandfather of Trevor, Alyssa, Brianna, and Kiera. Dearest brother of Maria R. Weiner, Linda (Dennis) Dinko, and Matthew (Lynn) Pawlik. Dear uncle of Eileen and Erin. Predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Lillian Pawlik. Onlineguestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com

PAYNE WALTER A PAYNE JR M D WALTER PAYNE JR MD Former longtime Grosse Pointe Farms resident Walter A. Payne Jr., M.D., 91, died Sunday, April 5, 2009. Dr. Payne was born Aug. 13, 1917, in Corbin, Kentucky. to Walter A. Payne and Minnie Freeman Payne. He attended high school in Corbin, then received his bachelor's degree from Berea College. He attended Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia earning his medical degree in 1944. Dr. Payne continued at Jefferson in an internship position before entering the U.S. Army Medical Corps in 1945. He served nearly three years in the European Theatre. He was discharged as a captain in 1948 and worked as a physician in the student health department of Cornell University. Dr. Payne then went to the University of Alabama Medical School to work under Dr. Tinsley R. Harrison, later serving as his chief resident. While in Alabama, Dr. Payne met and married Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Berney in 1952. That same year he was invited to work in the internal medicine department of Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. He retired in 1997 after 45 years of practice. Dr. Payne had many interests among them history, literature and the fine arts. He is survived by his son, Robert B. (Susan) Payne; daughter, Gena E. Callison and grandchildren, Max R. Canché and Sara A. Canché. He was predeceased by his wife, Betty and son, Walter A. Payne III. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 18 at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, 61 Grosse Pointe Blvd., Grosse Pointe Farms. Memorial donations may be made to the All Saints Fund at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, 61 Grosse Pointe Blvd., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236.

PENNY PALMYRA RAE PENNY PALMYRA PENNY age 83; April 19, 2009; of Commerce, formerly of White Lake; died after nine years of fighting ovarian cancer. She went into many clinical trials with the hope that some day a cure would be found. Mother of Michael Penny, Sandy (Patrick) O'Donnell and Suzanne (Jack) Sadler; grandmother of Michael Penny, Jr., Jason Penny, Jennifer (O'Donnell) Alvarado, Jeffery O'Donnell and Holly Goans; step-grandmother to Jill Sadler and Sarah (Eric) Hahn; great-grandmother of Sierra and Noah Alvarado; step-great-grandmother of Charlette and Riley Hahn. Memorial Service Saturday, April 25, 11 a.m. at Oxbow Lake Baptist Church, 10730 Elizabeth Lake Rd., White Lake.

PENNY ROSE A PENNY ROSE PENNY Age 90, April 20, 2009. Beloved wife of Robert Sr. Dear mother of James (Jewel), Patricia Hayes, Robert Jr. (Yvonne) and Judy. Grandmother of Clyviane (Bryan) Townsend, Annette (Roosevelt) Barnes, Renee, John Smith II and Fiona and Karen Simmons. Great-grandmother of Bryan Jr., Teanne, Amiri, Roosevelt Jr., Lauren, Jehon, Alexus and Jamal. Also survived by nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends. Visitation Wednesday 1-8 p.m. with 5-8 p.m. family hour at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Thursday 10:00 a.m. until an 11:00 a.m. Mass at Holy Family Catholic Church, 27800 Annapolis (west of Inkster).

PERRI CARMELA PERRI Age 89 April 14, 2009. Beloved wife of Francesco for 69 years. Loving mother of Philip (Shawn), John (Mary), Cathie (Tom Samuel) Seeley, Angelo (Eva), Frank (Rosemary), Tony, Joe, Angela (Larry) Carmack and Michael. Proud grandmother of 22 and great grandmother of 21. Dearest sister of Antonia Cognetto. Visitation Thursday 4-9p.m., Friday 1-9p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday In state 9:30a.m. at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 21201 13 Mile (Btw. Little Mack and Harper) until time of Mass at 10:00a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

PERUSKI PAULINE M PERUSKI PAULINE PERUSKI Age 86 of Allen Park. April 20, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of the late Rosemary (Jim) Burnett, Joseph (Debra) Peruski, and Mary Ann O'Farrell. Dearest sister of Josephine Taylor. Also survived by four grandchildren, Ian (Angela) Burnett, Chris O'Farrell, Joey and Jessica Peruski. Visitation Thursday April 23, 2009 from 2-9 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd. (313) 928-2300. Rosary Thursday 7:15 p.m. Funeral Friday in state 9:30 a.m. with a 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery . Visit our online guestbook and share memories at www.voranfuneralhome.com

PETERS SARAH PETERS of Columbia Missouri; passed away on April 24, 2009. Graveside Services will be held Sunday, April 26, 2009 at 3 p.m. at Columbia Cemetery. She was born in April 9, 1920 to Giselle and Jacob Newman in Detroit, Michigan and was a longtime resident of Waterford, Michigan. Lover, wife, mother, friend, reader and teacher, Sarah was known for her laughter and good nature. Born in the worst of times, she lived through the best of times. She always hoped for the best. She cherished and was cherished by her husband, Jerry, for 64 years. She taught her children to believe in themselves. She was loved by her children, Michael and Sydney Peters of San Francisco, CA, Deborah and John Zemke of Columbia, MO; and granddaughters, Rachel Zemke and Emma Peters. She will be missed by family, Razel and Matt Garfinkel, Ruben Wartel, David and Doris Wartel, and Dan and Karyn Wartel. Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of the Columbia Public Library, P.O. Box 1267, Columbia, MO 65205. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.parkerfuneralservice.com

PETERSON KARL S PETERSON KARL PETERSON PETE PETERSON "Pete"; age 80; of Highland; passed away on April 17, 2009. Pete proudly served in the US Army, was a hard worker that provided well for his family, retiring from Ford Motor Company-Wixom Plant. He enjoyed hunting and golfing when he could, and spending time with his family was always important. Loving husband for over 50 wonderful years to the late Patricia; beloved father of Rick (Patricia) Peterson, Jeffrey Peterson, Alan (Arlene) Peterson; dear grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of four. The Funeral Service will be Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at 12 p.m. at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Road, Highland. Military honors will follow. The Visitation will be Tuesday from 1 to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until service. Memorial envelopes will be at the funeral home for Parkinson Disease or donor's choice.

PETTYPOOL RAYMOND R PETTYPOOL RAYMOND PETTYPOOL Age 87, April 18, 2009 of Shelby Twp. Beloved husband of Jean and the late Miriam. Dear father of MaryLou (Harry) Phillips, Michael (Vickie) Pettypool and the late Raymond Pettypool. Loving grandfather of Anna and Julia Pettypool. Dear brother of John (Dolores) Pettypool and Catherine Richter. Funeral Service 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., (3 blks. E. of Van Dyke) Utica. Visitation 6-9 p.m. Monday. Memorials suggested to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

PIATEK IRENE PIATEK Age 85 of South Lyon, passed away April 24, 2009. Irene was born on April 12, 1924 in Detroit to the late Andrew and Sadie Vettese. She is the loving wife of Andrew for 64 years. Beloved mother of Sandra (John) Davis and the late Andrew (Kathy) Piatek. Grandmother of Dennis (Laurie) Davis, Jeffrey (Rosemary) Davis, Pamela (Todd) VandeVord and Corri Piatek; great-grandmother of Nick, Katie, Andrew, Elise, Tyler and Trevor. Irene was preceded in death by 4 brothers and 4 sisters. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 from 3-9 p.m. with a rosary being prayed at 7 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home, 122 West Lake Street South Lyon. Funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 830 S. Lafayette, South Lyon with final visitation at 10:30 a.m. at the church on Wednesday, April 29, 2009. On-line guestbook: www.phillipsfuneral.com

PIDEK MATTHEW PIDEK Age 50. April 20, 2009. Beloved father of Jessica Lane (Michael Preski) Pidek and Melissa (Brent) Pawloski. Proud grandfather of Jordan, Sybil, Shawn and Kennedy. Loving brother of Catherine, Michael (Marsha) and Michele (Dana). He was predeceased by his brother Gregory and parents Felix and Christine. Visitation Friday 4-7 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blocks E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Funeral 7 p.m. Friday following visitation. Share your memories at: www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

PILON MARY E PILON MARY PILON 72 of Canton, April 8, 2009. Beloved mother of David Marion, Daniel (Cathy) Marion, Theresa (Mark) Tucker, Jean (Tim) Colling and Dennis (Kristin) Marion; dear sister of Shirley (Tony) Marra and devoted grandmother of Julie McBrien, David Antishin, Christine Marion, Stephen Marion, James Marion, Catherine Marion, and Nicki Colling. Sadly, Mary was preceded in death by three husbands, Jacques Marion, William Schulz and David Pilon. She is also lovingly survived by members of the Schulz and Pilon families. Visitation Saturday 4-8 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. (no visitation Easter Sunday) at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (between 9-10 Mile Rds., just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Rosary Monday 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Tuesday April 14th, 11 a.m. (in state at 10:30 a.m. ) at Resurrection Catholic Church, 48755 Warren Rd., (between Beck and Ridge Rds.), Canton. Interment Holy Sepulchre. Memorials suggested to Angela Hospice, Livonia, or Michigan Humane Society. heeney-sundquist.com.

PINO JENNIFER PINO April 17, 2009. Age 39. Beloved mother of Jacob Pino. Loving daughter of Joseph (Sue) Pino and Barbara Pino. Dear sister of Angela Alonzi, Joseph Pino, Dave Pino, and the late Marion Pino. Funeral Wednesday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

PIOTROWSKI HILARY R PIOTROWSKI HILARY PIOTROWSKI Age 86, April 24, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Irene. Dearest father of Thomas (Darla) Piotrowski and Elaine (the late Ted) Masbouth. Loving grandfather of Jason (fiance Christina Kerjes) and Mark Piotrowski. Visitation Monday 4-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd. (west of Hoover), Warren. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. Louis the King Church, 18891 St. Louis (corner of E. Seven Mile and Mound), Detroit. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Catholic Extension or Disabled American Veterans. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com.

PIPER ROLAND E PIPER ROLAND PIPER 89, of North Port, FL. Passed away April 8, 2009. He was born October 4, 1919 in Revere, MA raised and schooled in Detroit, MI. Roland served in the US Army during WWII. He retired as a tool and die maker with Chrysler Corp. Roland and his beloved wife Eileen were winter residents for twenty years moving permanently to North Port three years ago. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Eileen, daughter, Kathy (Dominic) DePalma of St. Clair, MI; sons, Warren (Bonnie) Piper of North Port and Roland (Shannon) Piper of Brighton, MI; five grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Services will be private. Memorial donations can be made in Roland's memory to TideWell Hospice and Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34238.

PITTENGER ANNE C PITTTENGER ANNE PITTENGER age 97; of Rhinelander, Wisconsin; passed away on Monday, April 13, 2009 at Taylor Park Nursing Home. She was born on August 22, 1911 in Chicago, Illinois to Kazimier and Antanina (Kairitus) Norvainis. She married her husband, Glen, on September 27, 1939 in Chicago. Anne was a member of Pythian Sisters in Michigan for 50 years from 1957 - 2007. She and Glen moved to Rhinelander in 2000 from Waterford, Michigan. They loved to travel together in their Airstream Travel Trailer. Glen preceded her in death on January 22, 2001. Anne enjoyed playing cards and gardening. Anne is survived by her niece, Shirley (Matt) Slesicki of Rhinelander, Wisconsin; her grand-nieces, Kathi (Don) Stradley and Karen (Michael) Zettler, both of Rhinelander; and grand-nephew, Michael (Jean) Slesicki of Tomahawk, Wisconsin; 13 great-nieces and nephews; and 3 great great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her brother, Kazimier, and her sister, Stella Younger. A Memorial Mass for Anne will be celebrated on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Nativity of Our Lord Parish - St. Joseph's site with Father John Gerritts officiating. Inurnment will be in St. Casimir Cemetery in Chicago, Illinois. Hildebrand-Russ Funeral Home, 715-365-4343, is assisting the family with arrangements. All are invited to share memories and extend condolences on-line at hildebrandfh.com

PLIETH FREDERICK A PLIETH FREDERICK PLIETH FRED PLIETH Age 79. April 15, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Andy. Dear father of Frederick (Kathleen), David, Steven (Jane), and James (Holly). Loving grandfather of eight grandchildren. Dear brother of Norma Golec and brother-in-law of Joan Plieth. Predeceased by his sister Vivian Chalmers and brother Wally Plieth. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Donald Catholic Church 16330 Twelve Mile (east of Groesbeck) Roseville. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

PLISKA MARCELLA M PLISKA MARCELLA PLISKA March 29, 2009, age 89. Beloved wife of Peter. Dear mother of Robert Pliska and Susan Boggs. Dear sister of Wesley (Joan) Cousino and the late Wayne Cousino and the late Bernum Cousino. Grandmother of Jennifer (John) Karp and Christine (Brian) Heintz. Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (Michigan Ave. and Military), Dearborn. Prayers Friday 10 a.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. with Scripture Service 7:15 p.m. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery, Erie, Michigan. howepeterson.com

POHL RALPH POHL age 77; of Milford; April 24, 2009. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara (d.2000) and his daughter, Amber (d. 2008). He is survived by his sons, Ralph Jr. (Jackie), Scott (girlfriend, Jean); grandchildren, Terra, Jamie, Jennifer, Kevin; siblings, Jackie (Jack) Edwards and Melvin Pohl; also leaves many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends. A Funeral Service and Military Honors will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 11 a.m. Friends may visit Monday 4 to 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to Hospice Advantage. For further information please call 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com

POLEK EDWARD POLEK April 15, 2009. Age 75. Beloved husband of the late Mary. Dear fiance and loving companion of Janet Kleczynski. Dear father of Keith (Lisa Hohmann-Polek) Polek and Jeff (Sara Boehringer) Polek. Dear brother of Caroline (Jim) Dunleavy, Florence (Bob) Babbish and Christal (late James) Lewandowski. Also survived by 11 nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (at NW corner of Ryan). Vigil Sunday 7 p.m. In state Monday 10:30 a.m until Mass 11 a.m at St. Mary of the Hills Catholic Church (on John R. between Auburn and Hamlin). Interment Resurrection Cemetery with U.S. Army Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to two foundations. Envelopes available at funeral home. Share memories at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com

POLK SILAS W POLK III SILAS POLK III 64, passed away April 23, 2009, retired supervisor with the U.S. Government. Beloved father of John and Audra Polk and Stacia Pettus. Also leaves one grandchild, Joshua Polk and one brother Michael Polk, and nieces and nephews and cousins. Visitation Monday 4-9 p.m. at James H. Cole Home for Funerals, 2624 W. Grand Blvd. Family hour Tuesday at 10 a.m. with Funeral following at 11 a.m. at Plymouth United Church of Christ, 600 E. Warren. Internment at Elmwood Cemetery.

POMEROY ETHEL POMEROY Age 85, of Howell, formerly of Grosse Isle, on Saturday. Beloved mother of Olivia (Ty) Ostrander of Brighton. Memorial services Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the KEEHN FUNERAL HOME, Brighton (810-229-9871). The family will begin receiving friends at 10:00 a.m. Memorials to Heartland Hospice or Alzheimer's Association.

PONIATOWSKI FRANK PONIATOWSKI of Southgate, April 16, 2009. Age 61. Dearly loved husband of Susan. Dear brother of Robert and Helen, Patricia Wachol and the late Donald. Dearest brother-in-law of Stephen and Teresa Borowski, John and Rosa Borowski, and Kenneth Borowski. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Frank was a Vietnam Veteran and 35 year employee of the Ford Motor Company. Visitation Saturday 12-4 p.m. with a 4 p.m. Service Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak Street, Wyandotte 734-285-9000. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

POPOVICH MILDRED POPOVICH Age 91 of Troy. April 7, 2009. Wife of the late Pete. Mother of Nick (Angeline) Popovich of Utica and Dorothy Popovich of Troy. Grandmother of Pete, Chedo, Milan and Mirjana. Funeral 10 a.m. Friday at St. Lazarus Serbian Orthodox Church, 4575 E. Outer Drive in Detroit, 48234. Visitation Thursday 5-8 p.m. at PIXLEY FUNERAL HOME, 322 W. University Drive in Rochester with Pomen at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ravannica Church Choir of St. Lazarus Serbian Orthodox Church.

POVLITZ MELANIE POVLITZ Age 41. April 6, 2009. Suddenly. Beloved daughter of Lorraine and Patrick Phelan. Sister of Margo (Philip) Moran, Sandra Phelan, and Eileen (Bill) Villegas. Loving fiancee of Donald Krupp. Also survived by many other loving family members. Funeral Thursday at 10 a.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack, Grosse Pointe. Visitation will begin following the service on Thursday until 12 noon. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capuchins. Light a candle and share a memory at www.Verheyden.org

PRICE ANNA L PRICE ANNA PRICE Age 95, of Linden, April 7, 2009. Service 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sharp Funeral Home, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Linden. Visitation Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. Eastern Star Memorial Service Monady 7 p.m. www.sharpfuneralhomes.com

PRIEUR MARGARET MURRAY PRIEUR MARGARET PRIEUR age 95, of Detroit, passed away on April 10th, 2009. She was the beloved mother of the late Barbara (Rolland) Courser and Donald (Janet) Prieur. The loving grandmother of Renee (Michael) Ogden, Damon Prieur, Jason (Kathryn) Snyder and Landon (Hua) Prieur. A proud great-grandmother to Melissa and Christen Ogden, Arjuna, Bryant and Lana Prieur. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rene. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 18th at 10 a.m. followed by an 11a.m. service at the Warrendale Church, 6920 Piedmont, Detroit, Michigan, 48228. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Warrendale United Brethren Church.

POSEY SHIRLEY M POSEY SHIRLEY POSEY Age 72, March 26, 2009. Retired Michigan Bell employee. Beloved wife of the late Lone Ray Posey. Dearest mother of Deborah A. Shirley, and Guy C. Posey. Loving grandmother of Joseph R. Shelton, Davitt L. Shirley, and Lisa M. Shirley. Sister of William Robert "Bob" (Ethel) Clark. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 ½ Mile). Scripture Service Thursday 7p.m., at the funeral home. Please share memories at www. Temrowski.com

POST PHYLLIS M POST PHYLLIS POST Age 90, of Ludington, passed away on April 9 ,2009 at Memorial Medical of West Michigan. She was born October 26, 1918, in Kalamazoo, MI daughter of the late Jesse and Ella (Capron) Hudson. Phyllis is survived by her husband Don M. Post; son, David (Linda) Post; granddaughters, Erika (Kendel) Trim; Lauren (Tony) Sterley and 4 great-grandchildren.. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., April 25, 2009 at the Walled Lake Untied Methodist Church, 313 Northport, Walled Lake, MI. Memorial contributions be directed to Walled Lake United Methodist Church or Hospice of Michigan.

POURCHO ALTHEA E POURCHO ALTHEA POURCHO Age 87. April 17, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Harold. Loving mother of Deanna (Don) Isbell, David (Madeline), Richard, Judy, and the late Noreen Huber and George Pourcho. Proud grandmother of 11 and great grandmother of 7. Dear mother-in-law of Al Huber and Cynthia Pourcho. Also predeceased by one grandson. Visitation Monday 2-8 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Funeral Tuesday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials to Season's Hospice or the Michigan Humane Society appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

POWELL STANLEY PETER POWELL STANLEY POWELL age 68; of Oakland; April 27, 2009. Loving husband of Reyne; dear father of Peter, Jeremy (Denise), and Scott (Hope) Powell; brother of Donald (Maryjane) Powell; also survived by six grandchildren and one great grandchild. The family will receive friends Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 4 to 9 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Suggested memorials to the American Lung Association. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

POWER HELEN O POWER HELEN POWER April 16, 2009, age 93. Wife of the late Arthur Power and Herbert Scott. Sister of Alta Pidpyryhora. Aunt of Alan Crow, Ronnie Crow, Doris Ann Festog, Alta Mae Grigg, Mary Lou Campbell and William Moats. Great aunt of Stephen (Kim) Arbogast. Visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave.

PREMO ROBERT S PREMO ROBERT PREMO Age 67, of Holly and formerly of Livonia, April 23, 2009. He is survived by his beloved wife, Linda; daughter, Alison (Ian) Dillman; grandson, Tyler; father, Robert E.; siblings, Donald (Anne), Crystal and many loving extended family members and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margritt. Services will be held privately at a later date. For further information please call Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Milford at 248-684-6645 or visit: www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com

PRICE ANNA L PRICE ANNA PRICE Age 95, of Linden, April 7, 2009. Service 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sharp Funeral Home, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Linden. Visitation Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. Eastern Star Memorial Service Monady 7 p.m. www.sharpfuneralhomes.com

PUENTE PATRICIA PUENTE PATRICIA ANN PUENTE Age 59, of Allen Park, April 7, 2009. Beloved wife of Jose. Loving mother of Anthony (Mary) Puente, Lisa (Kevin) Masterson, Christopher Puente and Angela Puente. Dearest grandmother of Anthony II, Andrew, Alex, Brianna and Lucas. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Lenyk and Delphine Mazza. Funeral service is Saturday 1 p.m. at Michigan Memorial Funeral Home (next to Michigan Memorial Park), 30895 Huron River Dr., Huron Twp., (734) 783-2646. Visitation is Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Hermelin Brain Tumor Center at Henry Ford Hospital.

PUMA JOSEPHINE PUMA Age 83. April 20, 2009. Beloved daughter of the late Peter and Pauline Puma. Loving sister of the late Carmela (Bernard) Kachman. Dear niece of Lena (the late Henry) Cirenese. Dearest cousin of Carmen (Sam) Leone, Nick (Pat) Cirenese, Nick (Maureen) Cirenese and Andy Cirenese. Donations preferred to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh, Livonia, MI 48154. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Pkwy (16 Mile Rd.) Prayers 6 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Thursday, in state 9 a.m. at St. Ephrem, 38900 Dodge Park at 17 Mile Rd., until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

PURDY LESTER C PURDY LESTER PURDY age 64; of Rochester Hills; died April 20, 2009. An Army veteran of Vietnam, he retired in 1982 from General Motors. He was a lover of animals and always lent a hand to help his family and acquaintances. Husband of Jean; father of Corrina Hill-Purdy and Sabrina (Art) Livingston; step-father of Robert (Violet) Miller, Randy Miller and Rose Miller; grandfather of Nathan Purdy and Calvin Hill; step-grandfather of Brent Miller, Katlin Spencer and Devon Miller; also surviving are many brothers and sisters. Funeral Service 1 p.m. Thursday at Pixley Funeral Home - Davis Chapel, 3530 Auburn Road in Auburn Hills. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. Thursday until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Humane Society.

PURSLEY RONALD DOUGLAS PURSLEY RONALD PURSLEY of Harrison, formerly of Clarkston; age 75; passed away April 22, 2009 in Phoenix, AZ. A Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 E. Davison Rd., Davison, Rev. Robert D. Taylor officiating. Burial, with Military Graveside Honors, will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Lakeview Cemetery, Clarkston, MI. Visitation will be 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday and 12 to 1 p.m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Independence Township Fireman's Fund, 6500 Citation Dr., Clarkston, MI 48346, or, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Ronald was born in Pontiac, MI on February 14, 1934, son of the late Robert and Mary (Croasdell) Pursley. He proudly served his country with the U. S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Ronald married Shirley A. Wiechert on June 9, 1956. He was a Superintendent with the Oakland County Road Commission, retiring with 32 years of service. Ronald is survived by his wife, Shirley; children, Kim (Dan) Bentley, Jill Hodges and Ronald R. "Bob" (Lori) Pursley; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sisters, Joyce Susalla and Dolores Parsons; many nieces and nephews. Please share your thoughts with the family at www.allenfuneralhomeinc.com