BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING 

MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES

March 2009

 LAST NAME "K"

KABISA JOHN KABISA March 22, 2009. Age 83. Beloved husband and best friend of Annie. Loving father of Pam Duhr and John D. "John Boy" (Mary) Kabisa. Beloved Papa of Kalynn, Sara, and Cody. He was also survived by loving family and many friends. John was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. Visitation Friday, 2-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral Mass, Saturday, in state 10:30 a.m. with Mass 11 a.m. at St. Colman Catholic Church, 32500 Middlebelt Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association, The American Cancer Society, or to the family. www.mccabefuneralhome.com.

KACHADOORIAN ANAHID KACHADOORIAN Age 85, preceded by her beloved husband Charles. Loving mother of Ara and Cynthia. Also survived by Mary Shaghzoian, nephews Robert and Raymond and their families, Nancy (Andy) Kevorkian, Andrew (Jill) Kevorkian, their children, other relatives and many friends. Visitation Thursday from 3 - 9 p.m. with prayers at 7:30 p.m. at Martenson Funeral Home, 10915 Allen Rd., Allen Park (at Goddard). Funeral Friday 11 a.m. in St. Sarkis Armenian Church. Interment Woodmere Cemetery. Memorial donations to St. Sarkis Armenian Church or Armenian Relief Society - Sybille Chapter. Arrangements by SIMON JAVIZIAN FUNERAL HOME, 248-626-7815. Internet condolences to SJavizian2@msn.com

KAHLE CHARLOTTE J KAHLE CHARLOTTE KAHLE Age 76, 12 year resident of the Romeo-Washington area, died March 15, 2009 at home. Born December 18, 1932, the daughter of Jack and Charlotte (Chedister) Booth in Detroit. Graduated from Redford High School in 1950. Married her husband Donald in 1953 in Detroit. Survived by her husband Donald and two children, Gary Kahle and Kimberly Kahle both of Shelby Township. Memorial Service held April 4, 2009, 11 a.m. at the Roth-Muir Funeral Home, 296 S. Main St., Romeo with the Rev. David Michael of the New Hope Christian Church, officiating. Donations made to Leader Dogs for the Blind, 1039 S. Rochester Rd., Rochester Hills, MI 48307. Arrangements by Roth-Muir Funeral Home.

KAISER KASIMIRA KAISER Age 89 on March 17, 2009. Predeceased by husband, Gunter. Loving mother of Alfred (Gloria) and Raymond (Dolores). Grandmother of Kristine (Christopher) Welch, Meredith (Anthony) Atrasz, Kathryn, Tiffany and Stephanie. Great-grandmother of Ava Kaiser Welch, and Rorey Newell Welch. Visitation at Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores (btwn. 12 & 13 Mile Rds.) on Thursday 2-9 p.m. Funeral service Friday at 10 a.m. at funeral home.

KAISER KAY S KAISER KAY KAISER 65, Howell, died March 18, 2009. Beloved wife of David; dear mother of Michael Malcho and Michelle Seward; stepmother of Leah Moelich, Steven Kaiser, Gregory Kaiser, Ann Kaiser and Thomas Kaiser; dear daughter of Geraldine Collins; dear sister of Jan Collins, Dr. Ann Richards, and Dr. Thomas Collins. Visitation Thursday , March 19 and Friday, March 20 from 2-8 p.m. at Niblack Funeral Home, Fowlerville (517-223-8656). Services: Saturday 10 a.m. March 21 at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville.

KALMAR MICHAEL C KALMAR MICHAEL KALMAR Age 45. Passed away suddenly, March 20, 2009. Preceded in death by his mother, Michaeline. Survived by his loving father Charles, Charles' significant other, Jacquelyn Lehman; brother David, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Cremation will be followed by a memorial service at a later date. Arrangements by Generations Funeral & Cremation Services.

KALOUSTIAN FLORENCE O KALOUSTIAN FLORENCE KALOUSTIAN Age 78, Survived by Andy, her beloved husband of 56 years. Loving mother of Mary (William) Bradley, Michael (Brenda) Kaloustian. Dearest grandmother of Jimmy, Billy and Alyson Bradley, Valerie and Stephanie Kaloustian. Loving sister of Alice Betrosian, Nephew Richard, Niece Amy and Many other relatives and friends. In state Sunday 6-9 p.m. with Dan Gark Prayers at 7:30 p.m. in St. Sarkis Armenian Church 19300 Ford Rd., Dearborn (east of Southfield Fwy). Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. i n the church. Memorial tributes to St. Sarkis Armenian Church or Heartland Hospice. Arrangements by SIMON JAVIZIAN FUNERAL HOME, 248-626-7815. Internet condolences for the family may be sent to SJavizian 2@msn.com.

KAMINSKI JULIA J KAMINSKI JULIA KAMINSKI LUKIE KAMINSKI Age 85, March 18, 2009. Loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Ave (at Artesian) Friday 1-9 p.m. Rosary 8 p.m. Funeral Saturday 8:45 a.m. from the funeral home to St. Francis d'Assisi Church, Mass of Resurrection 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery.

KANGAS GERTRUDE AGNES KANGAS GERTRUDE KANGAS Age 97. March 17, 2009. Beloved wife of the late William E. Strand and the late Charles E. Kangas. Loving mother of Sally (Andy) Hill, Roger (Ruth Helen), Russell (Elizabeth), Bruce (Sarah), and the late Clinton A. Strand. Grandmother of 29, great-grandmother of 97. Dear daughter of the late William and Josephine Patana. Also survived by three step-children, nine step grandchildren and 23 step great-grandchildren. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. at THAYER-ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 33603 Grand River Ave., downtown Farmington (1 blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). Visitation Friday 5-9 p.m.  

KANSKE JOSEPH J KANSKE JOSEPH KANSKE Aged 88, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Detroit, passed away Monday, March 30, 2009. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday 11 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church (2750 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids) with Monsignor Ernest Schneider as celebrant. The family will be at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel (2800 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids), Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with a prayer service 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans.

KARAGOSIAN MICHAEL A KARAGOSIAN MICHAEL KARAGOSIAN Age 51, suddenly, March 21, 2009. Beloved son of the late Varton and Sylvia. Dear brother of Deborah Rule. Loving uncle of Tina (Scott) Pellerito. Leaves hosts of loving friends. Family will receive friends Friday from 2 p.m. until time of Memorial Service 3 p.m. at 150 W. Boston Blvd., Detroit 48202. Arrangements by Fisher Funeral Home of Redford Twp. (313) 535-3030.

KARASIN JANE F KARASIN JANE KARASIN February 28, 2009. Age 56. Beloved wife of Joseph. Loving mother of Joseph and Julie. In state Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 44800 Warren (W. of Sheldon). Visitation Monday 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 45100 Warren (between Canton Center and Sheldon). www.neely-turowski.com  

KARBEL CARL KARBEL Beloved husband of the late Evelyne Karbel. Dear father of Steven (Susan) Karbel, Brian (Kerry) Karbel, and the late Paul Karbel. Loving grandfather of Jamie (Brenna) Karbel, Jason (Sara) Karbel, Andrew Karbel, and Justin Karbel. Great-grandfather of Lucas and Madelyne. Devoted brother-in-law of Lillian (the late Leonard) Meyers, Eleanor (the late Edward) Meyers, and Pauline Karbal. Dearest brother of the late Harold Karbal, the late Florence Norber, and the late Gertrude Karbal. Also remembered by many loving nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. SERVICES TODAY 12 NOON AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000. INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT TEMPLE ISRAEL GARDENS OF BETH EL CEMETERY, LIVONIA, or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com.

KARBOWSKI JAMES M KARBOWSKI JAMES KARBOWSKI Age 79, died March 19, 2009 in Shelby Township. Beloved husband of Marylal. Dear father of Christine Ivory, Michael, Patrick, Joseph (Angela), William (Nancy) Burkart, Jean Marie (Paul) Auman, Timothy Burkart, and Richard Burkart. Proud grandfather of 11. Great-grandfather of one. Beloved brother of Ben and John (Patricia). Predeceased by his brother David. Family will receive friends at Wm Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., (3 blks. East of Van Dyke) Utica, on Sunday 2-8 p.m. with a parish prayer service at 7 p.m. Monday in state at 10:15 a.m. at St Mary of the Hills Catholic Church, 2675 John R, Rochester Hills, until time of Mass of the Resurrection at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers contributions appreciated to U of D Mercy (CHP), St Mary of the Hills and or Henry Ford Macomb Hospital (Clinton Twp.) Please share a memory with the family at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.

KARGOL BARBARA J KARGOL BARBARA KARGOL Age 68. Loving wife of the late Raymond J. Dearest mother of Keith J. Kargol, Raymond (Laura) Kargol and the late Darren and Timothy Kargol. Dearest grandmother of Brittney, Paige, Amanda, and Benjamin. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Raymond Church, 20103 Joann St., Detroit. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary 7 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd (west of Hoover) Warren. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

KAROLLE MARTY F KAROLLE MARTY KAROLLE Age 62, March 17, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Kathlyn. Dear brother of Suzanne (Art) Peters, William, Kendra (Gary) Smith and Kathlyn Allen. Brother-in-law of Rosemary (Patrick) Gallagher and Celestine (the late Denny) Condon. Also survived by his aunt Mary Stankovich and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 5-8 p.m. at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at St. Mel Catholic Church, 7506 Inkster Road (just north of Warren). In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to St. Mel Church or Angela Hospice.

KASEY-KACZOR EUGENIA KASEY-KACZOR EUGENIA KASEY EUGENIA KACZOR Age 93. Passed away March 27 at the Sanctuary of Fraser Villas. Beloved wife of the late Walter Kaczor. Loving mother of Sharon Whitaker and Susan (Paul) Baumgartner. Dearest sister of Theodore (Noleen) Kasey, the late Myron (Sophie) Kasey, and the late Peter (Olga) Kasey. Dear grandmother of Sharron Baumgartner, David Baumgartner, Jenny (Ryan) Fischer, and the late Brian Baumgartner. She is also survived by six great-grandchildren, four nieces, one nephew, five grandnieces, and one grandnephew. Early in her career, she worked at Packard Motor Car Co. Eugenia received her BS Degree in Teaching at Wayne State University while in her 60's. She taught at Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Elementary School and retired from the Detroit Public School System at Corvelle Elementary School. After retiring she became very active at The Clinton Township Senior Center where for 17 years, she wrote the monthly byline "Please Meet" in their newsletter. She was honored as the Clinton Township Volunteer Senior Citizen of the Year in 1991. Eugenia also wrote stories about her life memories for the Charter Oaks Co-op monthly booklet. She was a long time member of the Ukrainian Graduates. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Parish Prayers 7:30 p.m. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church, 3150 Commor St. in Hamtramck. Burial Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Family would appreciate memorials to the Clinton Township Senior Center, 40730 Romeo Plank Rd., Clinton Twp., MI 48038.

KASPERS JOSEPH E KASPERS JOSEPH KASPERS TOBY KASPERS Suddenly February 27, 2009 in Fairplay, CO., formerly of Bloomfield Hills. Beloved father of Elizabeth and Chase. Dear son of Pamela and Richard Kaspers, and Edward Godfrey (Marilyn). Brother of Christopher and Andrew Kaspers. Grandson of Charles and Diana Drury. Stepbrother of Nicole and Melissa Godfrey. Toby passionately cared for his family. He built homes in Fairplay, loved the outdoors and was a talented athlete (golf, tennis and skiing). Toby loved animals, particularly his dogs Tasha and Mandy. Memorial service Friday 1 p.m. at Kirk in the Hills, 1340 W. Long Lake Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. Family will receive friends Thursday 5-7 p.m. in the St. Andrew's Room at Kirk in the Hills. Memorials to Kirk in the Hills or the Kaspers Scholarship Fund of Southeastern Mich. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

KATZMAN BARNEY KATZMAN was born May 15, 1911 in Brooklyn, New York. He co-founded Prudential Investment Company in 1939. He began his working life as a fruit peddler and bricklayer, and rose to prominence as a pioneering designer and innovator in the post-WWII production housing business, remaining an active developer until his retirement. Barney was an advocate of fitness and a healthy life. He was an avid skier, fisherman, tennis player and walker. Barney's love of the outdoors and adventurous spirit shaped and inspired the lives of his children and grandchildren. He was a mentor and inspiration and admired for his creativity, open-mind, unfailing good humor and his interest in the ideas of others. Above all, Barney was a family man. He was totally devoted to his wife of sixty-four years and to his children. They were, beyond measure, the most important part of his life. He was an abundantly kind and generous man who throughout his long years took care of his immediate family, his parents, his sister and his extended family by marriage. All who knew and loved him will remember and miss greatly his warm smile and gentle spirit and the good and honorable life that he lived. Beloved husband of Jeanette Katzman. Dear father of Dr. Richard (Bonnie) Katzman, Jane Glass and the late William Katzman. Devoted grandfather of Talia Glass, Ben Glass, Shane (Steve Sadowski) Rooks, Brady Katzman-Rooks, Jena (Ray) Medina and Josh (Liz) Katzman. Proud great-grandfather of eight. Cherished brother of the late Meyer (the late Sis) Katzman and the late Sylvia Katzman. Also survived by nephew Robert (Lisa) Katzman and many other loving relatives and friends. MEMORIAL SERVICE 3;00 P.M. FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. www.irakaufman.com

KAUCHECK JULIA KAUCHECK March 27, 2009. Age 95. Dear wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of David (Marian) and Richard. Beloved Nana of Kristin Roth (Jacob) and David Kaucheck, II (Amy) and great-grandchildren Cullen, Andrew, Julia, Katie and Brendan. Sister of Jack Kosanic and the late Thomas Kosanic and Pete Hansen. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile), Monday, 6-8 p.m. Scripture service 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Tuesday 11 a.m. at St. Regis Church, 3695 Lincoln at Lahser, Bloomfield Hills. Visitation begins at the church at 10:30 am. Memorials to the Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48207. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

KAZANIWSKY YAROSLAVA KAZANIWSKY BUNIA KAZANIWSKY  Age 92. Beloved wife of the late Peter. Dearest mother of George Kazaniwsky and Lydia (Leonard) Wroblewski. Awesome Bunia of Andrea (Roman) Jakubowycz and Peter (Lesia) Wroblewski. Dear sister of Ivan (Irena) Szwak and the late Olha, Lesia, Lida, Ivanka, Nadiya, Vlodzia and Orysia. Wonderful aunt to many nieces and nephews in the US, Canada and Ukraine. She was a great-friend and "Bunia" to all who knew her. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Panakhyda 7 p.m. Funeral Saturday 9:30 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church, 3150 Commor St. in Hamtramck.

KAZARIAN JOHN KAZARIAN Age 77. Beloved husband of Takouhi. Father of Lisa (Steve) Kreucher. Grandfather of Caroline. Dear brother of George Kazarian and the late Samuel (Ilene) Kazarian. Dear brother-in-law of Garabed Tadian and Dr. Vartkes (Patricia) Tadian. Dear uncle of Mariam and Keith Davis and Dr. William and Dr. Jemellee Tadian. Dear great-uncle to Samantha and Thaddeus Tadian. Also will be missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation Thursday 2-8 p.m., Prayers 7:30 p.m. at the Edward Korkoian Funeral Home, 836 N. Main St., Royal Oak (248) 541-8325. In state Friday 10 a.m. at St. John's Armenian Church until 11 a.m. funeral service. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Family requests memorial gifts to St. Johns Armenian Church or ARS Educational Fund.

KEELAN JAMES D KEELAN JAMES KEELAN Age 70, March 24, 2009. Loving husband of Betty. Dear father of James (Michelle) Keelan, Lawrence (Kim) Keelan, Michael Keelan and Daniel Keelan. Devoted grandfather of Kristin, Ryan, Kaitlyn, Luke, Logan, Larry, Ashly, Jimmy, and Jacob. Visitation will be Friday 4-9 p.m. with a Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. Memorials may be addressed to: Hospice of Michigan, 400 Mack Ave., Detroit, MI. 48201.

KEELTY BEATRICE KEELTY ELAINE KEELTY age 86; of Commerce Twp.; died March 7, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Francis; loving mother of Bonnie (Frank) Bader, Ruth (Gordon) Doyon, Jane (Paul) Fletcher, Frank (Julie) Keelty, and Wendy (Lee) Reyes; loving grandparent of 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; dear sister of Herman Rubritius, David Rubritius and Leitha York; also survived by many other loving and caring friends. Funeral Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at 11 a.m. from First Baptist Church of Walled Lake (309 E. Market St.) Friends may visit Tuesday 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 N. Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. South of Maple Rd). Interment at Walled Lake Cemetery. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com

KEENEY WAYNE W KEENEY WAYNE KEENEY Age 85 of Huntington Woods for 32 years, passed March 12, 2009. Beloved father of Ronald Keeney and Karen Mitchell. Loving grandfather of Talia Mitchell. Brother of the late Norman, Dorothy and Carmel. Mr. Keeney retired from Detroit and Bloomfield Village Police Force after 37 years of service. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge #542 F&AM Olive Branch and served our country during WWII in the Army Air Force. The family will receive friends at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., Berkley (2 Blks. W. of Woodward), Tuesday 2-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions suggested to American Heart Association. Funeral Services are PRIVATE. Share your memories at: www.sawyerfuller.com

KEISIC RITA MAE KEISIC RITA KEISIC February 27, 2009, age 80. Dear sister-in-law of Marcella Keisic. Aunt of Dennis, Patrick, and Terry Keisic, Karen Treppa, Janet Keisic, Carol Lewandowski and the late Donald Keisic. Great aunt of 13 nieces and nephews. Visitaiton Sunday from 2:30 until 9 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd. (N. of 15 Mile Rd.) In state Monday at St. Thecla Catholic Church, 20740 Nunneley (Clinton Twp.) from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Scripture Service Sunday 7 p.m. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

KELLMAN MARY E HENDERSON KELLMAN MARY HENDERSON KELLMAN MARY E KELLMAN (NEE HENDERSON) Peacefully died, with her son Keith near her side at Superior Woods Healthcare Center, early Saturday, February 28, 2009, morning. Mary (aka Betty) graduated high school in 1942, becoming a wife, mother of seven and medical nurse. Betty was preceeded in death by her parents James Arthur and Kathleen Grace Henderson; her brothers James, Joseph and Jonathan (aka Terry ) Henderson; her husband of 63 years Norman Lee Kellman. Betty is survived by all of her children: Timothy (Dianna) Kellman, Patricia (Kenneth) McDonald, Charles (Daniel) Davis-Kellman, Robert (Lori) Kellman, Keith (Leslie) Kellman, Barbara (Jeffery) Whitmore and Elizabeth (E. Robert) Heard; her grandchildren: Andy, David, Colleen, Mary, Andrew G., Kimberly, Pamela, Ryan, Sally, William and Erica; six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. An 11:00 a.m. memorial Mass will be celebrated at Holy Trinity Student Chapel, 511 West Forest Avenue, Yspilanti, MI Thursday, March 5th. A short cemetery gathering will follow at 2 p.m. at Riverside Cemetery, Plymouth. Betty would appreciate if, instead of flowers, donations could be made to Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers: http/society.maryknoll.org

KELLUM ETHELMAE KELLUM ETHELMAE ROBBINS KELLUM of Pontiac; died March 28, 2009; at 70 years of age. Loving mother of Twila (Robbin) Knowlton, Tamera (Ernest) Frye, Douglas (Mary) Robbins, Brenda Robbins, James (Denise) Robbins and Rebecca Woods; dearest grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of 9; also survived by her sister Joanne (Al) Bucco; and brother Ronnie (Linda) Smades. Funeral Service will be Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 11 a.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday. To send a private condolence to the family, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

KENNEY LILLIAN EDITH KENNEY LILLIAN KENNEY at Sunrise of Clarkston; February 20, 2009; at 94 years of age. Loving wife of the late Burnell "Bud" E. Kenney, Sr. for 70 years; devoted mother of Pamela (Lon) Britton of Waterford and the late Burnell "Bud" E. Kenney, Jr.; proud grandmother of Thomas G. Bergschwenger, Tamara (Marc) Hadley, Sarah (Sean) Strong, Keith Kenney, the late Christian Kenney; and four great grandchildren; survived by her sister, Lela Milligan of Arizona. Mrs. Kenney was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters. She retired from the Accounts Receivable Department at Pontiac Motor in 1974 after 26 years of service. Also left to mourn her passing are her loving caregivers at Sunrise of Clarkston and Odessy Hospice. Memorial Service will be Friday, March 6, 2009 at 2 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Family will receive friends on Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Recovery Church, 100 N. Saginaw, Pontiac, MI 48342. Envelopes available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook on our menu.

KEOSHIAN BARBARA L KEOSHIAN BARBARA KEOSHIAN March 10, 2009. Beloved wife of Jack M. Loving mother of Mary Lou (Doug) Collins, Jack M. Jr., Kevin J., Brenda L. (Matthew) Wezensky and Gail A. (Jim) Mounsey. Also survived by two brothers, two sisters and seven grandchildren. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. from the Chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Road (South of Ann Arbor Trail). Family willl receive visitors Friday, 1-9 p.m. Share a Memorial Tribute with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com

KERSCHENHEITER KATHY JUNE KERSCHENHEITER KATHY KERSCHENHEITER KATHY WILKS KERSCHENHEITER (NEE WILKS)Age 55, of Roseville. Beloved wife of John M. Dear mother of John (Angela) Jr., Karrie (Mark) Fountain and Raymond (Jenni). Loving grandmother of Kaily, Ariel, John V, Ray, Valerie, Isabella and Victoria. Daughter of Patricia (Charles) Sebastian and the late Kenneth Wilks. Dear sister of Kenneth (Maureen), Kim (Jim), Karen (Dan), Kris (Rick), Kevin (Regina), Kurk (Cheryl), Karrie (Ken), and Scott (Julie). Predeceased by siblings Karolyn and Keith. Many nieces and nephews also survive. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m., Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

KESSLER MARGOT KESSLER Died March 2, 2009 at home with her family at the age of 85. Born 1924 and raised in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. After graduation from Wyomissing High School, attended governmental studies at American University in Washington, D.C. Graduated with an Associate Degree from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA. Worked as Executive Secretary to the Production Manager at RCA in New Jersey, 1944-1946. Married William Kessler in 1946, moved to Chicago and served as Corresponding Registrar for the Chicago Academy of Arts. Moved to Cambridge, MA in 1948 and worked as Technician Secretary to Professor George Wald, Nobel Prize Laureate, at Harvard University. Moved to Detroit in 1951 and modeled for Hudons, Automotive Companies and the photographer Kawamoto until a family came along in 1953. Served on Boards in a voluntary capacity for the Grosse Pointe PTO Councils, the League of Women Voters, The Detroit Urban League, Wayne State University Center for Teaching about Peace and War, The Grosse Pointe War Memorial, The Detroit Institute of Arts and The Arts Foundation of Michigan and Art/Serve Michigan. Margot wrote poetry in her leisure moments and was an avid sailor, swimmer and tennis player. Married to noted Detroit architect, the late William Kessler, she is survived by daughters, Tamara Checkley, Chevonne Patten, sons-in-law, William Checkley, Michael Patten and three grandsons, Aaron, Alexander and Ariel Wagner. Memorials may be sent to The Grosse Pointe War Memorial, The Detroit Institute of Arts, Services for Older Citizens (SOC) Grosse Pointe and Hospice of Michigan. No services will be held.

KETELHUT ROBERT WILLIAM KETELHUT ROBERT KETELHUT age 77; of Oakland. March 14, 2009. Loving husband of Beverly; dear father of Karen Davis, Kraig (Mary Ann), Kurt (Carrie) Ketelhut, and Kirstin (John) Orr; grandfather of Tracy, Ryan, Chelsey, Marisa, Cole, and Casey; brother of Donald Ketelhut, Betty (Vince) Mele, Emil (Theresa) Ketelhut, Diane (Gary) Wilson, and the late Virginia and Tom; also survived by his sister-in-law Marlene. Robert was a Korean War Army Veteran. Suggested memorials to McLaren Hospice or the Alzheimer s Association. Arrangements were in the care of the Modetz Funeral Home, Orion. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

KIDD A RICHARD KIDD A KIDD Age 84 of Cadillac, formerly of Harper Woods, died March 18, 2009. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Saturday, March 21 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Mt. Pleasant. Visitation at Charles R. Lux Family Funeral Home, 2300 S. Lincoln Rd., Mt. Pleasant, Friday 7-9 p.m. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, he was a business professor at Highland Park Junior College and also taught at Greenville High School in the late 1950's. Former member of St. Peter Parish in Harper Woods. Online condolences at: charlesrlux.com

KIEFIUK MARY KIEFIUK Age 101, March 22, 2009 of Shelby Twp. Beloved wife of the late Mike. Dear mother of Edward (Judy) Kiefiuk, Robert (Cecilia) Kiefiuk, Jeanette Douglas and Gary Felts. Loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Dear sister Elizabeth Letwin, Anne Leaf, and dear sister in law of Anne Palinka. Friends may call at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., (3 blks. E. of Van Dyke) Utica from 2-8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Mrs. Kiefiuk will lie in state on Wednesday at St. Kieran Catholic Church, 53600 Mound Rd., Shelby Twp. from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. time of Mass. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorials suggested to American Cancer Society or American Diabetes Assoc. Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

KIEPPE SHIRLEY M SIMMONS KIEPPE SHIRLEY SIMMONS KIEPPE SHIRLEY M KIEPPE SHIRLEY KIEPPE 85 of Venice FL, formerly of Birmingham, MI died March 14, 2009. Services were held in Florida. Survived by her husband of 63 years, Richard "Dick"; daughters Judy Nelson, Karen Kieppe, Janis Nelson, Linda Biewer; brother Walter Simmons and 14 grandchildren.

KILGORE ANNABELLE KILGORE of Waterford; March 15, 2009; at 87 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Paul Kilgore; dear mother of Paula Patterson, Leonard Bud Kilgore and the late Virginia Miller, Sheila Fay and Billie Lynn Kilgore; sister of Sarah Leist; grandmother of Jim Patterson, Kim Patterson, Kristine Porter, Kathy Miller, Lisa Dingman, Paul Kilgore and Kelli Grenz; also survived by eight great grandchildren. Mrs. Kilgore was a 1970 graduate of Waterford Twp. High School at the age of 49. She especially enjoyed her family and being their Memaw. Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday March 18, 2009 at Coats Funeral Home, Waterford. Pastor Dan Wine officiating. Interment will follow at Ottawa Park Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Williams Lake Church of the Nazarene. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

KING BRIAN MATTHEW KING BRIAN KING Our sweet baby boy, born July 1st, 2004 and taken from us on March10th, 2009 smiles at us no more. We will forever miss his smile, his adorable laugh and his loving hugs. Brian is survived by his twin brother David and his brother Timmy, Aunt Laura, Aunt Vicki and Grandma and Grandpa Collins. Sleep well little angel. We shall love you always.

KING STEPHEN F KING STEPHEN KING of Waterford; February 27, 2009; at 51 years of age. Loving father of Christopher (Misty) King; proud grandfather of Brendan T. King; Brother of Carolyn (Mike) Patterson and Ric King; beloved son of the late Orrin and Ingeborg King; also survived by his special niece Heidi Patterson. Mr. King worked for Peakes Excavating for 20+ years and ended his career with Kenmore Construction. Ding s motto was Biker Born, Biker Bred, When I die I ll be Biker Dead. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, March 4, 2009 1 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to an education fund for his Grandson Brendan; payable to Fidelity Advisor 529 Plan  Envelopes are available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

KINNA MARILYN ANN LYNCH KINNA MARILYN ANN KINNA MARILYN LYNCH KINNA MARY KINNA Age 74. March 12, 2009. Beloved wife of J. Michael Kinna. Dear mother of Kathleen (the late Frederick) Shimp, the late Bridget Kinna, Michael (Beth) Kinna, Maureen (Steve) Gross, Geraldine (John) DiIorio, Martin (Cara) Kinna, and Margaret (Billy) Currier. Cherished grandmother of Freddie, Rory, and Katie Shimp, Clare, Grace, Lucy, and Michael Kinna, Bridget, Michael, Ryan, and Stephen Gross, Connor and Cole Kinna, Molly and Samantha DiIorio, and Mary Kate and Matthew Currier. Sister of the late Edward J. (the late Rosemary) Lynch. Funeral from St. Regis Catholic Church, Lahser at Lincoln, Bloomfield Hills, Monday 10 a.m. Friends may visit at church beginning at 9:30 a.m. Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Sunday 2-8 p.m. Burial in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield. Memorials appreciated to St. Regis Father Shields Club Room Kitchen Renovation Project, 3695 Lincoln, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com.

KINNEAR DONALD J KINNEAR DONALD KINNEAR March 1, 2009, age 81. Beloved husband of the late Mary. Loving father of David, Steven (Debbie) and Robert (Holly). Loving grandfather of Adam, Nathan, Sarah, Olivia and Jeremy. Dearest brother of Ada (the late John) Robelli, Eva (Larry) Kujawski, Theresa (the late Tom) Atchison, Elaine (Bob) Majewski, the late John and the late David. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Wednesday 7 p.m. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. time of Mass at St. Thecla Church, 20740 S. Nunnely (one block S. of Metro Parkway and E. of Groesbeck). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

KINNISON CHERYL BUERKLE KINNISON CHERYL KINNISON (NEE BUERKLE)Age 54, March 31, 2009. Beloved wife of Frank. Loving mother of Christopher. Daughter of Estelle and the late Gerald. Grandmother of Skye. Sister of Dennis (Robin), Michael (Susan), Eric (Karen) and Katherine (David) Boik, and the late Gerald. Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Ave. at Artesian Wednesday 5-9 p.m. Thursday noon-9 p.m. Funeral service Thursday 7 p.m.

KISH LUCILLE MARIE KISH LUCILLE KISH Age 96, February 28, 2009 formerly of Lincoln Park. Beloved wife of the late Charles Stokes and Albert Kish. Loving aunt of Thomas and Gerald Gulich and Connie (Ronald) DeCamillo; five great-nieces and nephews, seven great-great-nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia and Tuesday at St. Aidan Catholic Church, 17500 Farmington Rd., Livonia from 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 9:30 a.m. Scripture service 7 p.m. Monday. Share a memory at www.rggrharris.com.

KISH NORMAN G KISH NORMAN KISH March 12, 2009. Age 74. Beloved husband of the late Janet. Dearest father of Terri (Dean) Scrimger. Dear grandfather of Emily and Mallory Scrimger. Funeral Wednesday 12:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Plymouth, 45201 N. Territorial Rd. Friends may visit at Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 S. Main St., Plymouth, Tuesday 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday at church 12 noon until Service. Share your special thoughts and memories at www.schrader-howell.com

KITCHEN J RICHARD KITCHEN J KITCHEN March 4, 2009. Age 68. Beloved husband of the late Kathryne. Dear father of Ann (Michael) Wilkerson and Susan (Michael) Robertson. Loving Papa of Evan, Marin, Jack and Elena. Richard will be remembered for his devotion to his family and his joyful spirit. Funeral Monday 9:30 AM prayers at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. and 10:00 AM Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Visitation 1-9 PM Sunday, Rosary 6 PM Sunday. Memorials to the Hospice of one's choice.

KLAFT VINCENT KLAFT Age 46, March 7, 2009. Beloved son of Sylvia and the late Walter. Loving brother of Pamela (Paul) Nowakowski, Theresa (Dennis) Wilkelis and Victoria (David) Yeihey. Dear uncle to five nephews and two nieces. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m., Rosary 7 p.m. Funeral service Wednesday 11 a.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (1 block west of 12 Mile Rd.), Warren.

KLAWENDER ARTHUR KLAWENDER Age 87. WWII veteran in the 96th infantry "L" Company and received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen. Dear father of Arthur (Karen), Suzanne (Anthony) Frattarelli and Gary (Stephanie). Grandfather of Kristen, Art, Erin, Doug and the late Jeffrey. Great grandfather of 4. He was a cherished and respected uncle by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Rd., Clinton Twp., MI 48038. Visitation Friday 3-8 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home. www.MeM.com

KLEIN ERVINE EMANUEL KLEIN ERVINE KLEIN March 1, 2009, age 91. Loving husband of the late Eula. Proud and generous father of Christina, Leslie, Mary, Brock, John, Peter, Anne and the late Stephanie. He is survived by his brother Lawrence Klein. Dear grandfather of 15 and great-grandfather of two. He will be greatly missed by all. Family will receive friends Friday 4-9 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Thomas More Church, 4580 N. Adams Road, Troy. Memorial tributes to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

KLEPINGER PATRICIA J KLEPINGER PATRICIA KLEPINGER March 5, 2009, age 77. Beloved wife of Richard "Dick" for 53 years. Dear daughter of the late Clarence and Beatrice "Pyle" Carnes. Loving mother of Jennie of Hartland, MI and Mark (Laura) of Troy. Dear grandmother of Drew and Sara. Sister of David R. (Marilyn) Carnes and Don E. (Connie) Carnes, both of Chillicothe, OH. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Patricia was a longtime Financial Secretary at First Presbyterian Church of Dearborn, retiring in 1993 and also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading and loving her family. Memorial Service Friday 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 600 N. Brady, Dearborn. Memorials may be made to the church. Share your memories with the Klepinger family at: howepeterson.com

KLINGKAMMER LEONA M KLINGKAMMER LEONA KLINGKAMMER Age 77, March 7, 2009 of Shelby Township. Beloved wife of Joseph. Dear mother of Sheryl (Jerry) Morris, Arlene (Brian) Hooper, Gary (Mary Anne) Klingkammer, Joanie (Ed) Oliver, and Mary Leone. Loving grandmother of 14. Dear sister of Edmund (Pat) VanThomme, Eleanor (Clarence) DeBuck, Raymond VanThomme, Roman (Grace) VanThomme, Blase (Eleanor) VanThomme, and Charlene Shephard. Friends may call at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., (3 blocks E. of Van Dyke), Utica, from 2-9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. Rosary Tuesday evening (time pending). Mrs. Klingkammer will lie in state on Wednesday at St. Isidore Catholic Church, 18203 Romeo Plank Rd., Macomb from 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. time of Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials suggested to The Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.

KLIX HOWARD THOMAS KLIX HOWARD KLIX of Northville, age 82, passed away suddenly March 18, 2009, following a short illness. Howard, a loving husband and caring father, was born September 20, 1926, in Highland Park, Michigan, to the late Gerhardt and Annie (Thomas) Klix. He graduated in 1944, from Cooley High School, Detroit. On May 2, 1974, he was united in marriage to Nancy Allen Cook. They would have celebrated 35 years of marriage this year. In 1982, Howard retired from the Michigan Bell Telephone Co., after 36 years of service. He was also a lifetime member of the Farmington Elk's Lodge No. 1986. Howard is survived by his best friend and wife Nancy. He was the caring father of Gregory Alan (Angela), Bradford Devon, and Karen Beth (James) McEvoy. Loving grandfather of Sean Michael and Ryan James McEvoy, and Keelyn Elizabeth Klix. Loving brother of Gerhardt (Elsie) Klix, Marianna Dunmire, and Daniel (Marietta) Klix. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many caring friends. A private service has been held. Arrangements entrusted to PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME, South Lyon. Online guestbook: www.phillipsfuneral.com

KLOTKOWSKI FRANCES L KLOTKOWSKI FRANCES KLOTKOWSKI March 7, 2009. Age 85. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Loretta (Ron) Simpson, Susan (Richard) Krainiak and Michael (Sandra). Survived by eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Sister of Ann Lewicki, Carl Buniack and Marie (Rodney) Thompson. Visitation Friday 1-9 p.m. Rosary Friday 6:30 p.m. at Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren. Visitation Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, until time of Mass 10 a.m. 

KLUTZ SOPHIE SWIATEK KLUTZ SOPHIE KLUTZ SOPHIE (NEE SWIATEK)Age 84, March 10, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Joseph (Rosemarie), Michael (Sheryl), and Robert (Debra). Proud grandmother of Nichole, Joseph and Kristopher. Predeceased by her brother, Edward (survived by Stella) Swiatek. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Friday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with scripture 7:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday at St. Blasé Catholic Church, 12151 Fifteen Mile (btwn. Schoenherr & Van Dyke). In state 9 a.m. until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com

KNAFFLE DUANE EDWARD KNAFFLE DUANE KNAFFLE 64, passed away Friday, February 27, 2009 at Medstar Rehabilitation Center, Conway, South Carolina. Duane was born in Detroit, Michigan, September 20, 1944 and was a son of the late Harry Emil Knaffle and Frieda Bertha Kohnke Knaffle. He was also predeceased by his wife, Pauline Pinard Knaffle who died March 30, 2008. Duane was a graduate of Bentley High School, Livonia, MI in 1962 and retired from the US Navy as a Master Chief Petty Officer after 27 years of service. He was a life member of the DAV; loved traveling and gambling, bingo, fishing, being on the water, the Detroit Lions and he never met a stranger. Surviving are two sons, James Roger Knaffle and wife, Sloan of Murrells Inlet, SC and Michael H. Knaffle and wife, Kellie of Myrtle Beach, SC; four grandchildren, Sloan Smith Knaffle, James Roger Knaffle, Jr., Ashley Nicole Knaffle and Katlyn Diane Knaffle; a brother, Dale Harry Knaffle and his wife, Karen of Gladwin, MI. and a sister-in-law, Jacqueline Pinard Smith and her husband, Eugene of Lewiston, Maine. A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at McMillan-Small Funeral Home. The family would like to thank the staff of Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Medstar and MUSC, and a special thank you to Dr. John Kratz and Dr. Amit V. Pande for the exceptional love and care given to Duane. The family request contributions be made in Duane's memory to the American Heart Association, 1113 44th Ave. N. Suite 200, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 An online guest register is available at: www.msfh.net

KNEIP KENNETH E KNEIP KENNETH KNEIP Age 60 of Westland. March 26, 2009. Beloved husband of Jayne. Dear father of Kevin (Kelly) and Kirstin (Bobby Wallace) Kneip. Grandfather of Owen Kneip. Brother of Barbara Gish and the late Patricia Hickling. Service Monday 1 p.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood, Westland. Family will receive friends Sunday 2-9 p.m. Donations to Victory Junction Gang Camp (www.victoryjuction.org) would be appreciated. Please visit and leave a note of condolence at www.uhtfuneralhome.com.

KNIBBS SHARON K KNIBBS SHARON KNIBBS of Clarkston; March 28, 2009; at 57 years of age. Loving wife of Thomas Knibbs, Sr.; dear mother of Tracie Knibbs, Thomas J. Knibbs, Jr., and Trina Knibbs; beloved daughter of Juanita (Leslie) Rothbarth, Mary Hanson and the late Henry L. Hanson; sister of Henry (Karen) Hanson, Carol (Gary) Gerke, Lisa (Joe) Paredes, Jim (Annette) Reid, and the late Michael Hanson; cherished grandmother of Taylor, Tommy III, Julia, Jennifer and Nicholas; also survived by a huge circle of extended family. Sharon spent her whole life helping everyone, putting their needs in front of her own. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, April 1, 2009 11 a.m. at Harvest Land Ministries, 5848 Clintonville Rd., Clarkston. Interment will follow at Ottawa Park Cemetery, Clarkston. The family will receive friends Monday 6 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford and at church after 10 a.m. on Wednesday. To send a private condolence select guestbook at www.coatsfuneralhome.com

KNIGHT MARK F KNIGHT MARK KNIGHT Age 78. February 27, 2009 of Woodhaven. Beloved husband of Barbara. Loving father of the late Lisa K. Dybal. Also survived by his adored granddaughter Elizabeth Dybal, his brother Kenneth (Barbara) Knight, his son-in-law Eric Dybal, nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday, March 2, 2009 from 4:30-9:00 p.m. and Funeral Service Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 12 noon at The Trenton Chapel—Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Mark's life may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Visit the online guestbook at www.martenson.com

KNOX JOE W KNOX JOE KNOX Age 76, of Detroit, departed this life March 10, 2009, surrounded by his loved ones. He leaves to his mourn his passing, his loving devoted wife Stella Marie; five children Ballerie Knox Allen, Paula Knox, Pierre (Alanda) Knox, Stephanie (Steven Mittan) Knox-Mittan, and Marilyn Knox-Anthony; two siblings, Anderson and James; 18 grandchildren, eight great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by three sons, Joe Jr, Andre, and Anthony; and six siblings. Visitation 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Haley Funeral Directors in Southfield (24525 Northwestern Hwy./east of Evergreen on southside service drive). Home Going Services 10:30 a.m. (Family Hour 10 a.m.) Saturday at NW C.O.G.I.C. in Detroit (15811 Rosa Parks Blvd.) Full obituary, condolences and directions at www.haleyfuneraldirectors.com

KOCH JOSEPHINE KOCH Age 95, March 1, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Albert. Loving mother of Judith, Ronald and Rebekah (Gregory) Cook. Proud grandmother of Matthew. Dearest sister of Edward (Ginny) Buchacz. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Wednesday in state 9 a.m at St. Martin de Porres, 31515 Hoover (Between 13 and 14 Mile Rd.), Until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

KOCH KELLY J KOCH KELLY KOCH KELLY BROWN KOCH Age 49, March 10, 2009. Beloved wife of Sam. Loving daughter of Joyce Brown and the late Robert Brown. Dear sister of Becky (Rob) Rose. Devoted aunt of Aaron, and Alexis Rose. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation Sunday 3-9 pm at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 ½ Mile). Funeral Services for Kelly will be Monday 10:30 am at the funeral home. Donations appreciated to St. Luke's Hospice, 1026 A Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52406. Please share memories at: www. temrowski.com

KOCHIS HELEN KOCHIS HELEN SIMCO KOCHIS Age 84, March 9, 2009, of Allen Park. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Andy Kochis, son Joseph Kochis, and darling great-granddaughter Kimberly Steffes. Loving mother of Thomas (Ellen) and cherished daughter Mary Ellen. Dearest grandmother of Kristy (Michael) Steffes, Karyn (Matthew) Salah, Kathryn (Patrick) Kochis, Daniel, Michael, and Sarah. Dearest great-grandmother of Myah Salah. Sister of Elizabeth (Richard) Marra. Survived by 20 nieces and nephews as well as loving extended family and friends. Visitation will be at The Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard) from 2-9 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11. Services Thursday, March 12, in state 10:30 a.m. until Funeral Mass 11 a.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, 9000 Laurence. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Please vist the on-line guest book at www.martenson.com.

KOCHYAN ALICE BARONIAN KOCHYAN ALICE KOCHYAN (NEE BARONIAN) Beloved wife of the late Robert Ichran Kochyan. Loving mother of Diran (Pat) Kochyan and Mihran (Joan) Kochyan. Loving grandmother of Patrick Diran and Alyssa Adrine. Dear sister of Helen (Harry) Derderian. Dear aunt of Grant (Arlene) Derderian and Pamela Zabell. Dear great-aunt of Alexander, Kevin, Eric, and Ryan. Will also be missed by her many relatives and friends. Alice taught Sunday School for 23 years, was in the original Mr. and Mrs. Club, sang in Zavarian Choir and a member of Ladies Guild and Women's Society of St. Sarkis Armenian Church. Visitation Thursday 2 p.m.-8 p.m. with 7:30 p.m. prayers at John N. Santieu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd., Garden City (734) 427-3800. In state Friday 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. funeral at St. Sarkis Armenian Church, 19300 Ford Rd., Dearborn, (313) 336-6200. Entombment Woodmere Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Sarkis Armenian Church or Angela Hospice. Arrangements entrusted to Edward Korkoian Funeral Home, (248) 541-8325.

KOENIGBAUER SOPHIE KOENIGBAUER Age 93. God's Faithful Servant, March 27, 2009. Wife of the late Frank. Mother of Sharon (Frank) Mallon and Susan (George) Weertz. Grandmother of Patrick, Michael, Christopher and Beth. Great Grandmother of 6. Preceded in death by her brothers and sister, Chester, Jean, Peter, Sigmund and Ted. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with a scripture service at 7 p.m. at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800. Instate at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 1062 Church St., Plymouth,Thursday 10 a.m. with funeral liturgy at 10:30 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh Rd., Livonia, MI 48154. Online sympathy messages at: www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com

KOHS GERALDINE J KOHS GERALDINE KOHS Age 97, a long time resident of Northville, passed away March 29, 2009. Devoted wife of the late George W. Kohs. Beloved mother of Curtis F. Kohs, Gary W. Kohs, and George W. (Sharon) Kohs, Jr. Adored grandmother of Greg (Andrea), Carrie, Amy, Brianne, Kate and Kristin. Cherished great grandmother of Grayson, Cameron, Sophia and Memphis. Visitation Wednesday 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary 7 p.m. at Casterline Funeral Home, Inc., 122 W. Dunlap, Northville. Funeral Mass Thursday 11 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory, 133 Orchard, Northville. Contributions appreciated to Northville Garden Club, 18341 Laraugh, Northville, MI 48168 Attn: Barbara O'Brien.

KOLAR GENEVIEVE KOLAR GENEVIEVE GOLENIAK KOLAR March 12, 2009, age 94. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Larry and Marsha and the late Joseph Jr. Grandmother of Rich and Lourie, Michele, Rob and Shelly and the late Kimberly. Great-grandmother of Kristin, Emily, Ryan and Erin. Sister of Ted Goleniak. Visitation Sunday 1-9 pm, Rosary Sunday 7 pm at Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren. Visitation Monday 9 am at Ss. Peter & Paul Church (west side) until time of Mass 9:30 am. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Family requests donations to Alzheimer's Association.

KOMARA FRANK J KOMARA FRANK KOMARA Of Okemos, died March 17, 2009 at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Lois. He is survived by his sons, Dr. Francis (Pamela) Komara and Dr. James (Kimberly) Komara; 5 grandchildren, Christopher (Kristen) Komara, Lauren Komara, Stephen Komara, Jessica Komara, and James Stephen Komara, Jr. The family will receive friends Friday, March 20, 2009 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Ave, East Lansing with the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Student Parish, 327 MAC, East Lansing, with the Rev. Mark Inglot officiating. A visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3100 West Rd. Bldg. B, Suite 110, East Lansing, MI 48823, Ingham County Medical Care Facility, 3860 Dobie Rd., Okemos, MI, 48864, or St. John Student Parish in memory of Frank.

KOMESHAK LORETTA W KOMESHAK LORETTA KOMESHAK Age 74 of Yale, formerly of St. Clair Shores, March 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late William. Dear friend of Cheri (Bernie) Maduri, Kathy Komeshak, and Larry Komeshak. Grandmother of four and great-grandmother of four. A Memorial Service will be held 12 noon, Wednesday, March 25, 2009 in Jowett Funeral Home, 1634 Lapeer Ave. at 17th St., Port Huron. Visiting hours will be held 11 a.m. until the time of Service Wednesday in the funeral home. www.jowettfuneraldirectors.com.

KOPP CLAIRE M KOPP CLAIRE KOPP age 86, a resident of Macomb county and former resident of Lupton, Michigan. Beloved wife of Ralph; dear mother of Ralph (Cathy) Jr., Catherine, Carol Maikoski, Cynthia (Mark) Manetta, Robert, Christine (Lawrence) Prus and Colleen (Daniel) Romanchuk. Dear sister of Mary Ellen Marshall, the late Virginia Karnes and Sally in infancy. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Visitation Wednesday from 2p.m. till 9p.m. at the Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home, 3281 Utica Rd. Fraser and Thursday at St. Ronalds Catholic Church of Clinton Twp. from 10a.m. till time of Mass at 10:30a.m. Memorials to the Association for Retarded Citizens appreciated. Share memories with the family at www.faulmannwalsh.com

KOPPELMAN FRANCES KOPPELMAN Beloved sister and best friend of Evelyn Lowen and the late Frank S. Koppelman. Dear aunt of Alan (Karen) Lowen, and Barton (Gayle) Lowen. Loving great-aunt of Marissa, Jaimie, Scott, and Aaron. GRAVESIDE SERVICE THURSDAY 3 P.M. AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. www.irakaufman.com

KOSBE LEONARD J KOSBE LEONARD KOSBE Age 82. Beloved husband of Glenda and the late Irene. Dear father of Mark (Paula) and Wayne (April). Grandfather of Mark, Kendall, Zack, Christopher and Emma. Brother of Marcella Ziemba and the late Edward Kobeski and Dorothy Sucher. Committal service Tuesday 1:30 p.m. at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. For information please call Charles R. Step Funeral

KOSEK CONSTANCE M KOSEK CONSTANCE KOSEK POKIE DOTTY KOSAK Age 81 of Westland. Born June 16, 1927, died March 2, 2009. Beloved wife of Joseph W. for 62 years. Dear mother of Carolyn (Ron) Johnson, Beverly (Bill) Haag and Gloria (Mike) Haarer. Loving grandmother of Joseph, Michael, Suzanne, Sabrena, Robert and Andrew. Great-grandmother of Samantha, Jordan, Celeste and Hunter. Sister of Phyllis Johnson and the late Harry and William Sides. Sister-in-law of Helene Smith and Harriet (Max) Kanter. Past member of Clowns Around Redford. She was loved by all who knew her and she loved everyone she met. Resting at the L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 8809 Wayne Rd. (at Joy Rd.) Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m., Vigil Service Thursday at 7 p.m. Instate Friday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Theodore Catholic Church, 8200 Wayne Rd. (S. of Joy Rd.) until time of Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Yankee Air Museum would be appreciated. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com

KOSHEN ESTELLE M KOSHEN ESTELLE KOSHEN March 9, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Ervin. Loving mother of Connie Guerra, Emma (Bryon) Nunnally, Carole Cameon and Fred (Karen). Dear grandmother of Jeff, Crystal, Kaitlyn and Matthew. The family has entrusted care and services to the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com

KOSS HERMAN KOSS Died March 2, 2009 of Pancreatic Cancer. He retired as an administrator for Detroit Public schools after serving at Miller, Osborn, Martin Luther King and Mumford High Schools, Whitney Young Middle School and the Region Eight Office. After retiring he worked for the Grolier Educational Publishing Company. He was a zealous advocate for education, justice and peace. He was born in Detroit April 10, 1922, attended Cass Technical High School and worked as a printing apprentice until enlisting in the U.S. Army Air Force in 1942, serving in Europe. After the war, he married Mary Lopusniak and earned his B.A. and M.A. degrees at Wayne State University. He was active in many civic organizations including Veterans for Peace. He leaves his wife, Dorothea Hunter, son, Mitchell, daughter-in-law, Amy and two grandchildren, Emily and Ben of Glendale, California, and a host of friends who miss him. A memorial service will be held at Central United Methodist Church, 23 E. Adams at Woodward at 11 a.m., Friday, March 13. Contributions in his name may be sent to the Salvation Army.

KOTLARCZYK JOHN KOTLARCZYK Of Southgate, March 17, 2009. Age 90. Beloved husband of the late Julia. Dear brother-in-law of Veronica Paluch. Dearest uncle of Walter, Anthony, Cynthia Cousineau, Christine McQuiston, Charlene Paluch and Constance Fields. Visitation Thursday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary at 6 p.m. at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak St., Wyandotte (734) 285-9000. Funeral service Friday, in state 9:30 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, 266 Antoine, Wyandotte with Mass at 10:00 a.m.

KOTOWSKI DOROTHY KOTOWSKI Age 82 of Dearborn. March 21, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Loving mother of Kerry Kotowski, Kathy (Randy) Hanna. Dearest sister of Gerald Pfeifer, and the late Shirley Welker, Benard Pfeifer, and thirteen nieces and nephews. Also survived by three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd. (313) 278-5100. Rosary Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Funeral Wednesday March 25, 2009, in state 10:00 a.m. with a 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Anslem Church. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Visit our online guestbook and share memories at www.voranfuneralhome.com

KOVACH ANNE E KOVACH ANNE KOVACH Age 53. March 18, 2009. Beloved wife of Stephen M. Loving mother of Nicholas S. and Peter J. Dearest daughter of John & Mildred Birosak. Dear sister of Michela Birosak, Christopher Birosak and Margaret (George Lenox) Moher. Dear sister-in-law of Susan Woodley Birosak, Mary Ellen & Michael Ramker and Elizabeth & David A. Kovach. Dear aunt of Michelle Ramker, Daniel Ramker, Andrew Birosak and Patrick Birosak. Graduate of Immaculate Heart of Mary Grade School, 1969, Henry Ford High School in Detroit, 1973, Harper Hospital School of Nursing and Wayne State University School of Business. Employed at DTE Energy for 22 years. Past president of the Aviation Property Owners Association and St. Alphonsus P.T.O. Family will receive friends Friday 2-8 p.m. with 6:30 p.m. Rosary at Fairlane Funeral Home, 13510 W. Warren at Schaefer, Dearborn. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. St. Alphonsus Church until 10 a.m. Mass. Entombment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Henry Ford Pulmonary Fund, 1 Ford Place 5A, Detroit, MI 48202.

KOVACH EDWARD MICHAEL KOVACH EDWARD KOVACH Age 87 of Rochester Hills (formerly of Ferndale) passed away March 4, 2009. Loving father of Carol (Dave) Young and Mark (Patty) Kovach. Dear grandfather of Stephanie, Jessica, Katie, Kyle and Stacy. Great-grandfather of NaTasha, TaBitha and Anthony. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice Kulish and son, Michael Kovach. A private memorial service will be held. He will be inurned in Christian Memorial Cemetery in Rochester Hills next to his wife. Please sign Edward's online guestbook at: www.cremationmichigan.com

KOVACH MICHAEL KOVACH Age 85 of Riverview. March 6, 2009. Beloved husband of Lydia and the late Betty. Loving father of Michael Jr., Martha, Timothy, Patricia Peer, Nancy Rafferty, and the late John Andrew; and step-father of Peggy Rebb and the late Patrick Pierzynowski. Also survived by his loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and his sister Margaret Kish. In addition to his son and step-son, he is preceded in death by his six brothers. He retired from Great Lakes Steel after more than 30 years of employment and was a former councilman for the city of Riverview. Visitation will take place Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service 11 a.m. at the R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte. Online guestbook at www.nixonfuneralhome.com.

KOWALCZUK NICOLAUS KOWALCZUK Age 58 of Harrison Twp. and formerly of Gaylord and Hamtramck, MI died March 2, 2009. He was an avid pool player and enjoyed fishing and boating. Loving father of Nicolaus (wife, Kari) Kolasa of Warren and close friend of Dee Kolasa. Visitation 3-6 p.m. Saturday at Haley Funeral Directors, Southfield (24525 Northwestern Hwy./East of Evergreen). A full obituary, condolences & memorial information at: www.haleyfuneraldirectors.com

KOWALCZYK STANLEY KOWALCZYK March 4, 2009 Age 94 of Taylor. Beloved husband of the late Stella. Loving father of Raymond (Linda) Kowalczyk, Barbara (Robert) Prusakiewicz, Robert (Debbie), Kowalczyk, Stanley II (Janice) Kowalczyk. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Visitation at the Allen Park Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd. on Sunday (March 8, 2009) 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Monday (March 9, 2009) at St. Alfred Catholic Church 9350 S. Telegraph (Taylor), in state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Interment at Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of Michigan or Alzheimer's Association. Please visit our Online Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com

KOWALIK ANGELINE ROSE KOWALIK ANGELINE KOWALIK ANGELINE STEC ROSE ANGELINE ROSE STEC KOWALIK (nee Stec) Age 94 of Rochester Hills, formerly of Detroit, passed away March 20, 2009. She leaves to cherish her memories, her daughter Patricia (Edward) Spinazzola, sons Robert (Patricia), Dennis (Sherry) and David (Teiko), and a sister, Toshia (Henry) Syroid. Angeline was very proud of her 12 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She was best known for her generosity, sense of humor and being a wonderful cook. She will be missed! Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Twp.), 54880 VanDyke at 25 Mile Rd. Prayers Monday 7 p.m. Instate Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Kieran Church, 53600 Mound (S. of 25 Mile), until Mass 11 a.m. Donations to Capuchin Soup Kitchen are appreciated. Interment Mt. Olivet. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com

KOWALSKI CLARA M KOWALSKI CLARA KOWALSKI March 10, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Aloysius. Dear mother of Susan (Guy) Miller, Randall, Timothy (Barbara). Sister of Anne Ciarkowski. Also survived by four grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail) Friday 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Rosary Friday 7:30 p.m. In state Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 11441 Hubbard (Plymouth Rd. W. of Merriman Rd.) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com

KOWNACKI MARYANN KOWNACKI Age 84. March 17, 2009. Beloved wife of Thaddeus H. Dear mother of Michael (Janet). Loving grandmother of Jon (Janna) and Adam. Sister of Barbara Randazzo. Family will receive friends and visitors Thursday from 1-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Avenue at Vernier Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods. Instate Friday 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 19851 Anita, Harper Woods. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Henry Ford Hospice, 1 Ford Place 5A, Detroit, MI 48202 or flowers preferred. ahpeters.com

KOZEL BERNARD FRANCIS KOZEL BERNARD KOZEL Age 59, of Ferndale, March 18, 2009. Beloved husband of Betty. Loving father of Shawn (Vicky), and Darin Kozel. Also survived by grandson Jacob Kozel. Visitation Monday from 2-9 p.m. at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale (1½ blocks West of Woodward). Funeral Mass Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church with an in state at 10 a.m. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations to prostate cancer.

KOZIEL MARY H OSIECKI KOZIEL MARY OSIECKI KOZIEL MARY H OSIECKI KOZIEL MARY KOZIEL Age 90 of Caseville, MI died March 20, 2009. Born January 8, 1919 in Detroit. Loving wife of the late Sigismund (2002). Loving mother of Gregory (Sharon) Koziel, Marilynn (Paul) Hebebrand, Ralph Koziel, and Darice (John) Scarborough. Cherished grandmother of Kristina, Karen, Cory, Lacey, Kendall, and Parker. Mary tirelessly tended to her Caseville home, vegetable garden, and apple trees. She took great joy in providing an endless supply of baked goods and home-cooked meals. No one ever left Mary's kitchen empty-handed or hungry. Her passing leaves an emptiness in the hearts of her family, but they are comforted knowing she has entered everlasting life. In June, Mary and Ziggy will be interred at Fort Custer National Cemetery following a funeral mass in her honor.

KOZLOWSKI JOHN KOZLOWSKI JACK KOZLOWSKI Age 61, Beloved brother of Pauline (Ray) Smolinski. Uncle of several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Ted and Sophie; brothers Mike, Joe and Richard. Jack was well known in the Automotive Field of Dealerships. Visitation Monday, March 16 from 2-9 pm. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Madison Heights with service at 8 p.m. A Celebration of Life, Mass at a later date.

KOZOUZ ZAKI KOZOUZ Age 78, of Troy, March 20, 2009. Beloved husband of Ruth. Dear father of Reham Alexander, Rana Florida (Richard), Ruba Alexander (Dean), Leena Hosler (Adam), Tarig (Anastasia), and Ramiz (Christina). Loving grandfather of Markis and Adiev Alexander, Christian, Melia, and Sophia Hosler, and one more grandson on the way. Brother of Hannah Farah and Zakieh Haddad. Preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Family will receive friends Sunday 2-8 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver), with Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Service Monday 11 a.m. at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, 2160 E. Maple, Troy. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. Memorial Tributes to Rose Cancer Institute, 3577 W. 13 Mile Road, Suite 103, Royal Oak, MI 48073. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com 

KRAJEWSKI WITOLD KRAJEWSKI VIC KRAJEWSKI Age 92, on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 in Brighton. Beloved father of Joanne Dopkowski, Lorraine Katz and Larry Krajewski. Visitation Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the KEEHN FUNERAL HOME, Brighton (810-229-9871). Mass of the Christian Burial on Saturday, 10:30 AM at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 711 Rickett Rd., Brighton 48116. Final visitation begins at 9:30 AM. Burial to follow at Pinckney Cemetery. Memorials to Detroit Children's Hospital or Charity of one's choice.

KRAM STEPHEN DOUGLAS KRAM STEPHEN KRAM Age 46 of Hazel Park, March 29, 2009. Beloved son of Frona and the late Harold. Loving brother of Deborah (Brian Saulter) and Donna Kram. Also survived by nieces Georgia Holt and Laura Barrett, and a nephew Justin Barrett. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale (1½ blocks W. of Woodward). Funeral Service Thursday 2 p.m. with in state at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Donations to American Heart Association or Michigan Humane Society.

KRAMER HELEN GERALDINE KRAMER HELEN KRAMER Age 89 of Melvindale , Michigan passed away Sunday, March 1, 2009 at Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility, Corunna, MI. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, March 6, 2009 at 10 a.m. at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield, Michigan. Helen was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania on February 2, 1920, the daughter of William and Ethel (O'Rourke) Rowan. Helen married Frederick Kramer and he passed away in 1978. Helen worked at the Telegraph Inn as a bar tender. She believed in living everyday to the fullest and loved everyone in her life. She has been living in Shiawassee County since 2005 moving here from Melvindale, MI she also lived in Lincoln Park where she made life long friends. Helen is survived by a son, six grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, three sisters and a brother. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, a sister and a brother. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel Owosso, MI. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com

KRAMP VIRGINIA PEARL KRAMP VIRGINIA KRAMP March 20, 2009. Age 90 of Dearborn. Beloved wife of the late Irving Francis. Loving mother of the late Darrell, and the late Kenyon. Dear mother in law of Loraine. Dearest grandmother of Eric (Kyoko) Kramp, and Gretchen (Michael McGillis) Kramp. Dear great-grandmother of Clayton, Alina, Maia, and Phoebe. Visitation Saturday 9:30 a.m. at Henry Ford Village (Chapel) 15101 Ford Rd. at Greenfield (Dearborn) with Mass to follow at 10:30 a.m. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery (Port Huron, MI). Family suggests donations to the Michigan Humane Society or the Detroit Zoo. Arrangements through the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd., Please visit our Online guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com

KRAPP MARGUERITE C KRAPP MARGUERITE KRAPP Age 95. March 13, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Ivan DeClercq and the late H. Steven Krapp. Loving mother of Mary Lou (Patrick) Adamcik. Dear grandmother of Melanie (Matthew) Olk and Reneé (Nicholas) Niarhos. Dearest great-grandmother of Richard, Narissa, Veronica, and Charles. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Vigil Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12½ Mile Road). In State Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions are appreciated to The Society of St. Vincent de Paul 3000 Gratiot Ave., Detroit, MI 48207. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com

KRASNICKI ALAN KRASNICKI ALAN ANTHONY KRASNICKI passed away Wednedsay, March 18,2009 at the age of 52. He was senior class president at Lincoln High School in Warren in 1974. Alan's musical talent on the piano entertained family and friends for many years. He also was a talented singer and song writer with two of his original songs on the soundtrack of the Jeff Daniels movie "Super Sucker". Alan is survived by his two brothers, Greg (Barb) Krasnicki and David Krasnicki; a niece and a nephew, aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends. Visitation Saturday 1-8 p.m. at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot, Roseville.

KRAUSE THERESA KRAUSE Age 77. Passed away peacefully March 27 with her four children and other loved ones by her side. Beloved wife of George Krause for 56 years. Loving mother of Lou Ann (Bill) Jauss, Michele (Frank) Mayer, George (Jen) Krause, and Joe (Christine) Krause. She will also be missed by eleven grandchildren, several siblings, and dozens of nieces and nephews. Theresa (LeTourneau) Krause loved her family and was a committed follower of Jesus Christ. She will be remembered for her quick wit, infectious laughter, and the enthusiastic delight she took in life's simple pleasures. She loved life and lived a good one! You may celebrate Theresa's life with her family at: 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 31 at Independence Village, 701 Market Street, Oxford, MI 48371. In lieu of flowers, please bring a positive memory of Theresa to share with everyone.

KRENCH DOMINIC KRENCH RAY KRENCH March 19, 2009, age 87. Member of UAW Local 245. Employee of Ford Motor Company for 44 years. Beloved husband of Cecilia. Dear father of Mark (Susan). Grandfather of Jennifer, Erica, and Laura. Brother of Helen Jackwah. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. Mass at St. Martha Catholic Church (in state at 9:30 a.m.). Visitation 5-9 p.m. Saturday and 1-9 p.m. Sunday at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Parish Rosary 2 p.m. Sunday. Memorials to Karmanos Cancer Institute or American Heart Association. Visit our online guestbook at howepeterson.com.

KRCEK SHARON L KRCEK SHARON KRCEK Grass Lake, died March 15, 2009. Survived by husband, Arthur R.; sons, Arthur W., Guy (Connie) and Dion (Tina) Krcek; seven grandchildren; sisters, Ruth Biggam, Mary Smith and Clara Myczkowski; brothers, Charles, Alex, Gordon, James and Frank Orsette. Preceded in death by parents Alexander and Evelyn Orsette; brother, Richard; sisters, Betty Barrick, Helen Matulevich, Doris Orsette and Joyce Nix. Visitation will be Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Sherwood Funeral Home, Grass Lake. Memorial service Friday 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, Napoleon, MI. Please sign her guest book at sherwoodfh.com

KRESTEVSKI ZORICA KRESTEVSKI March 27, 2009. Age 63 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved wife of Todor. Loving mother of Marina (Ron), Mirjana (David), and Jasmina. Dearest sister of Mira, Misa, and Zoran. Dear grandmother of Valentina, Daniel, Vini, Jacob, and D.J. Visitation Sunday 3-29-09 from 2-9 p.m., and Monday 3-30-09 from 1-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd. Funeral Tuesday 3-31-09 where prayers will take place at the funeral home at 9 a.m., with a funeral mass to follow at 11 a.m. at St. Lazarus Orthodox Church. Interment Parkview Memorial Cemetery. Please visit our on line guest book at www.voranfuneralhome.com

KROBOCK JOHN J KROBOCK JOHN KROBOCK March 12, 2009, age 76. Beloved husband of Ora. Loving father of Mary, Katherine (Michael) Morrison, John, Rose Taube. Loving grandfather of six and great grandfather of two. Dearest brother of Nora (the late George) Olson and Elaine. John was owner of Krobock Tool & Engineering in Mt. Clemens, MI. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. time of Mass at San Francesco Church, 22870 S. Nunneley (between Harper and Gratiot). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to donor's choice. Share memories with the family at their "Online Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com.

KROHA WILMA MARIE BERGHOFF KROHA WILMA BERGHOFF KROHA WILMA MARIE KROHA WILMA KROHA (NEE BERGHOFF)Age 93, March 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence A. Kroha, M.D. Dear mother of Marilynn (John) Metzler, Sharon (Michael) Delong, Larry, Jr., Kristine (John) Piana, Karen (Tom) Veryser, Richard, Thomas and the late Barbara Wood. 23 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. Visitation Thursday 3:00-9:00 p.m. with Rosary 7:30 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack, Grosse Pointe Park. Funeral Friday, in state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 15004 Hampton, Grosse Pointe Park. Donations to Kids on the Go for special needs children or the Capuchins. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org

KROVCHUCK WALTER KROVCHUCK Age 81, died March 27, 2009. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 34 years, Gerda. Survived by his three children, Kim (Jim) Lingeman, Kirk (Sharon) and Ken Krovchuck; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. His life will be celebrated with a Memorial luncheon at 3 p.m. at the Lee-Ellena Funeral Home, 46530 Romeo Plank (south of 21 Mile), Macomb, 586-412-8999.

KRUEGER NADINE KRUEGER Of Pompano Beach, Florida. Passed away March 3, 2009. Originally from Michigan, she resided in Florida for the past 19 years. For many years sang professionally in the "Rhythmettes" trio for RCA records. They sang with Tony Bennett, The Ralph Flannigan Band, and USO Tours. Nadine is survived by her loving husband Walter of 39 years. 2 sisters Deloris and Nancy. Sister-in-law Ernestine (Herb) Hagermoser of Grosse Point and niece Sandria (Jerry) Moore in FL and numerous other nieces and nephews.

KRUG ELEANOR KRUG Of Dearborn, MI. Age 71. Loving wife of the late James. Beloved mother of Joseph, Mary Ann (Akshay) Sharma, Karl (Karen), and Kurt. Dear grandmother of two and sister of Jerry Madonna. Visit, Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Hamburg Chapel, (810) 231-0200. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m. Monday with gathering at 9 a.m., March 23, 2009 at Old St. Patrick Catholic Church. Burial, Hamburg Cemetery. Please leave a Message of Comfort to Eleanor's family at 877-231-7900 or visit her guestbook at www.borekjennings.com

KRUPP DAVID W KRUPP DAVID KRUPP 78, was born in Fremont, Ohio on February 2, 1931, the son of Walter and Mary Krupp. He spent most of his early life in Port Clinton, OH, where he graduated from HS as a member of the National Honor Society. He earned 12 varsity letters in football, basketball and track and was named to the second All-Ohio teams in two of these sports. He attended U of M on a basketball scholarship and was a member of the varsity basketball team for 3 years. He as a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity. Afterwards becoming publicity mgr. at Greenfield Village, and later spent 35 years in public relations with Ford Motor Co. including 9 years as regional mgr. of its west coast PR office where he kept a home in Newport Beach, CA. After retiring from Ford, he was a consultant for J. Walter Thompson. In his later years he kept homes in Bloomfield Hills, MI, and Rancho Mirage, CA, where he was a member of The Springs Country Club. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jacqueline; son David Krupp Jr. and daughter-in-law, Cindy; daughters, Katherine Frasher and Claire Brull, son-in-law, Douglas Frasher, and grandchildren, Garrett, Olivia, Elizabeth, Rebecca and Grace; sisters, Elizabeth Fagan and Jane Ewers, and brother-in-law, Conrad. A funeral mass was held at Sacred Heart Church, Palm Desert, CA followed by a reception at The Springs Country Club. Donations to The Women's Committee for Hospice Care, www.wchcinc.org

KRUSE KELSEY L KRUSE KELSEY KRUSE Age 22. March 13, 2009. Beloved daughter of Jeff and Cindy. Beloved sister of Jarret. Loving mother of Dane. Dear granddaughter of Margaret and the late Clark Kruse, and the late Helen and James Jobak. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Visitation Tuesday 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to D.A.R.E. www.mccabefuneralhome.com

KUHLMAN GERTRUDE KUHLMAN SUSIE KUHLMAN Age 96, passed away March 15, 2009. Surviving are her brother, Charles (Shirley) Kuhlman; five nieces and nephews, and many great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edmund and Helen Kuhlman. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing, 517-321-2211. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 11851 Van Dyke, Detroit.

KULASZEWSKI EDWARD FRANK KULASZEWSKI EDWARD KULASZEWSKI  Of Wyandotte, March 11, 2009. Age 80. Beloved husband of Joan. Loving father of Sandy (Frank) Moss and the late Duane. Dear brother of Helen Dabrowa. Dearest grandfather of two. Visitation Friday 12-9 p.m. with a 6 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Service Saturday 9:30 a.m. from Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak St., Wyandotte (734) 285-9000 to Our Lady of Hope Cemetery for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

KULLING GERALD J KULLING GERALD KULLING Age 85. Died on March 8, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary for 59 years. Loving father of Gerald (Ann Marie), Sheila (Michael) Cushing, Margaret (James) Walsh, Paul (Carol Shea), Anne (Cheng-Yu) Lee, and the late Gregory. Beloved grandfather of Theresa (Scott) Thomas, Andrew Walsh, Ellen Cushing, Denise Walsh, Mary Kulling, Emily (Fidel) Gonzalez, Marielle Kulling, Joey Kulling, and Gregory Lee. Great-grandfather of Brady Thomas. Cherished brother of Marjorie Sullivan and Patricia Cornair. He was also loved by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Funeral Mass Thursday 10 a.m. (In state at 9 a.m.) at Church of the Holy Spirit 3700 N. Harvey Lake Road Highland, MI. Visitation Wednesday March 11, 2009 from 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 7p.m., at Highland Chapel of the Elton Black and Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Rd. Memorials appreciated to IHM Retirement Fund and Church of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church.

KULPA DEBORAH A KULPA DEBORAH KULPA DEBORAH SWOISH KULPA DEBORAH A SWOISH KULPA March 14, 2009. Beloved wife of Michael. Loving mother of Michael E., Jason A. and Kelly A. Family will receive friends Tuesday 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday 1-8 p.m. with Prayers at 7 p.m. at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. In state 9:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Linus Church until Mass at 10 a.m.

KUMMER CAROL ANN KUMMER CAROL KUMMER March 4, 2009. Age 67 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved daughter of Sonia and the late James. Loving sister of Sandy Sarrach, Jim (Norma), and the late Sheila. Dearest aunt of six, and great aunt of eight. Visitation Friday March 6, 2009 from 2-9 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home (Dearborn Chapel), 23701 Ford Rd. (313) 278-5100. Carol will lie in state Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Anselm Catholic Church, with a service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Online guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com

KUNNATH VIRGINIA KUNNATH Age 84. Beloved wife of the late Leonard. Loving mother of Dennis (Renetta) Kunnath, Leonard M. (Victoria) Kunnath, and Kathleen (Gene) Kome. Grandmother of six. Great grandmother of two. Visitation at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 43300 Garfield (north of 19 Mile Rd.) Friday from 3-8 p.m. Additional Visitation Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 24800 Phlox in Eastpointe. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to The Chapel Fund of Presbyterian Villages of Michigan Foundation, Village of East Harbor, 26200 Lasher Rd. Suite 300 Southfield, MI 48033. Share your thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com

KURTYKA LILLIAN A PORVAZNIK KURTYKA LILLIAN PORVAZNIK KURTYKA LILLIAN KURTYKA Died on March 11, 2009 at the age of 76. A three-year resident of Pleasanton/Livermore, CA, a 33-year resident of Frankfort, MI, and 22 years as a career Air Force wife, Lillian was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Devoted mother of Karen (George) Durbin, Joseph (Kari) Kurtyka, III, Kathleen (Troy) Compton, Jayme (Jennifer) Kurtyka, and Jonathan (Rachel) Kurtyka. Treasured grandmother of 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She is survived by a brother, Arthur (Dolores) Powers, and sisters Patricia (Clyde) Groves and Elaine (Gary) Reed. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 46 years, Joseph Kurtyka, Jr. (USAF, Ret.) and her brother, Paul Porvaznik Jr. Lillian was a charter member and long-time secretary/treasurer of the Northern Michigan Orchid Society. A funeral Mass was held on March 13, 2009, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Pleasanton, CA. Contributions to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org, or 1-800-822-6344, are suggested in memory of Lillian A. Kurtyka.

KUSMIROWICZ MICHAEL B KUSMIROWICZ MICHAEL KUSMIROWICZ Age 88 , passed away peacefully on Friday January 9, 2009. Michael was a construction worker for 35 years in Chicago. He was a volunteer and youth ice hockey player for Dom Polski Club of Montreal. He loved us all and he had a warm spot in his heart for everyone he met. Beloved father of Michael E., Daniel M., (deceased); daughter-in-law Jane M. Kush. Proud grandfather of Kristin and Kelly Kush; and Elaine Balkevitch and many nieces and nephews. Everyone who knew him best call him simply "Uncle Mike!"

KWIATKOWSKI RICHARD E KWIATKOWSKI JR RICHARD KWIATKOWSKI JR Age 35. Suddenly, March 22, 2009. Loving father of Bria Nichole Martin. Dearest son of Richard E., Sr. and Macheal Gordon. Dearest step-son of Raydell Kwiatkowski and Arnold Gordon. Dear step-brother of Nathea and Cartier. Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Ave. (at Artesian), Thursday 1-9 p.m. Chapel Service at the funeral home Thursday 7 p.m.

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