BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES March 2009 LAST NAME "L" LaBINE HELEN LaBINE Age 91. March 15, 2009. Beloved mother of Rosemarie Danlovich, Charles LaBine, Charlene Keck and the late Nancy Keck. Loving grandmother of seven and step-grandmother of seven. Great-grandmother of 10. Dear sister of Ethel Prain. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Rd., Redford. Rosary Thursday 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Friday, in state 10:15 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Genevieve Catholic Church, 29015 Jamison, Livonia. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery LACHMAN NATHAN LACHMAN Beloved husband of the late Shirley Lachman. Dear father of Michael (Janice) Lachman, Rochelle (David) Koloff, and Arlene Lachman. Loving grandfather of Scott and Audra Lachman, Shawna and Blake Koloff. Cherished brother of the late Ben (Fay) Lachman. Proud uncle of Anna Strickstein and David Lachman. Also remembered by the many family members who perished during the Holocaust. SERVICES 12:30 P.M. SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL 248-569-0020. INTERMENT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com LAFFERTY JENNY LAFFERTY Age 51 of Allen Park. March 28, 2009. Beloved wife of Rick. Loving mother of Jason. Dearest sister of Mike Hagerman, Patrick (Terri) Hagerman, and Anne Marie Kuhlman. Dear sister-in-law of Gail (Russ) Atanosian. Visitation Wednesday 2 to 9 pm at the Allen Park Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd., (313) 928-2300. Funeral service Thursday 11:00 a.m. from the funeral home. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com LaFRATE LOUIS ANTHONY LaFRATE LOUIS LaFRATE Age 86. Beloved husband of Ann. Loving father of Josephine "Mimi" (Joseph) Groh, Sandra (Richard) Wagner, Gail (Ralph) Wasik and Louis (Deborah) LaFrate; 11 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter. A brother of Peter (Nancy) LaFrate. Visitation Monday from Noon until 4 p.m. at the S. K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8˝ Mile Road. Rosary Monday 3 p.m. Memorial donations to Hospice of Henry Ford P.O. Box 02220, Detroit, MI 48202 would be appreciated. Share your special thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com. LaKATOS MARY L LaKATOS MARY LaKATOS February 25, 2009. Age 73 of Romulus. Beloved wife of Joseph J. Loving mother of Helen (Freddie) Mazaitis and Joseph J. Jr. Dear sister of Minnie Clark. Dearest grandmother of Eric, Andrea, David, Kristen, Joseph, Nichole and Stephen. Dear great-grandmother of Ashley, Nina, David, Alessa and Cade. Visitation Sunday 3-8 p.m. and Monday 12-8 p.m. Funeral services Tuesday 1 p.m. at the John K. Solosy Funeral Home, 3206 Fort, Lincoln Park. Interment Michigan Memorial Park. LAMB ROBERT LAMB BOB LAMB ROBERT BRUCE LAMB Died at home in Tryon, NC March 1, 2009. Born May 16, 1923 in Detroit, Michigan, he is survived by his wife of 24 years, Joyce Huey Lamb, and a sister, Bettie Lamb Fairbanks of Michigan. He was predeceased by his first wife, Delphine Kerr Lamb. Bob was a veteran of World War II where he fought in the Battle of the Bulge and subsequently was detained as a Prisoner of War. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart, among other decorations. After graduation from Michigan State University, Bob spent his working career as a partner in the firm Schmidt, Lamb & Smith, Manufacturing Agents to the automotive industry. Foxhunting in Metamora, Michigan was a passionate avocation for many years. Bob was a long-time advocate of animal rights and a loyal supporter of the Salvation Army and Disabled American Veterans. After retiring to Tryon, NC he served on the Board of Directors of the Foothills Humane Society. An online guest register is available at www.mcfarlandfuneralchapel.com McFarland Funeral Chapel Tryon, NC. LAMONT ERIC A LAMONT ERIC LAMONT Age 85, of St. Clair Shores passed away February 27, 2009 at his home. Born in England, graduated from Sandhurst and served in the British Army during World War II with the Fife and Forfar Yeomanry Armoured Regiment as Captain. Wounded during the war and was awarded the Military Cross. Survived by his wife of 48 years; Eleonore; daughters Deborah (Hoshaw) and Susan (Gray); son Leslie; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A private family memorial service is planned. Memorials appreciated to charity of donor's choice. LANGIEWICZ MARY FLORENCE LANGIEWICZ MARY LANGIEWICZ FLO LANGIEWICZ March 17, 2009. Age 82. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Dear mother of Florece Carroll, Sandy (Chet) Rogulski, and Dawn Langiewicz. Dear grandmother of Beckie and Melissa. Great grandmother of Jenna and Breonna. Predeceased by sister Joyce Leads. Ms. Langiewicz is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with an 8 p.m Rosary at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Twp. Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until the time of service 10 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, 31740 Cyril Drive, Fraser. Burial Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Twp. Memorials to the family would be appreciated. Please share a memory of Flo at www.kaulfuneralhome.com. LANGLOIS BILL LANGLOIS passed away and is at peace. He is loved and will be missed by his wife Pam, his beagles, Bugsy and Max, and many family and friends. Bill loved outdoor activities, music and animals. In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to American Cancer Society or Michigan Humane Society. LANGSTROM FRANK LANGSTROM III MIKE LANGSTROM March 7, 2009. Age 59. Beloved husband of Beverly. Loving son of Josephine and the late Frank, Jr. Dear brother of Susan Sadowski (Jeffrey). Adored uncle of Michael. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile) Thursday 4-8p.m. Memorial Mass Friday 10:30am at St. Thomas More Church, 4580 Adams Rd., (north of Wattles Rd.), Troy. Visitation begins at church 10 a.m. Memorial tributes to the University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy, 8400 S. Cambridge, Detroit, MI 48221. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com LANNOO JOSEPH D LANNOO JOSEPH LANNOO March 27, 2009. Age 62. Loving father of Michelle (Peter) Wardowski and Matthew Lannoo. Grandfather of Veronica and Edgar Wardowski. Brother of Lawrence and Kenneth. Visitation at the Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke (S. of 11 Mile Rd. or the 696 Expressway) Monday from 2-9 p.m. In state Tuesday at St. Clement Catholic Church, 25320 Van Dyke (N. of 10 Mile Rd.) from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Clement Cemetery. LaROSA JOHN I LaROSA JOHN LaROSA Age 93 of Lake Worth, passed away on March 15, 2009. He was a resident of Lake Worth since 1985, having moved here from Lexington, MI. Mr. La Rosa was predeceased by his wife Catherine in December, 2007. John was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is survived by his children Rosella (Frank) Miceli, Carol Gary, Peter (Tracey) La Rosa; his grandchildren Joseph Miceli, John Miceli, Cathy McKay, Jim Gary, David Gary, Maria Corte and Christina De Berardino; 12 great grandchildren also survive. Visitation with the family will be held 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday March 19th in the chapel of Palm Beach Memorial Park Funeral Home, 3691 Seacrest Blvd, Lantana, FL. A funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. on Friday March 20th at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 10935 S. Military Trail, Delray Beach, FL. Entombment will follow with Navy honors at Palm Beach Memorial Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in John's memory to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33047. LATACK ELLEN LATACK Age 87 of Roseville. Passed peacefully in her home on March 5, 2009. Survived by her loving husband Joseph of 65 years. Loving children Dr. Joseph (Lauri) Latack, Carol (Curt) Benham, Elaine (Tom) Wells, Richard (Sandy) Latack and 9 grandchildren. Sister of Dorothy and George. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot, Roseville. In state Monday 10:15 a.m. until time of service at 10:45 a.m at St. Angela Catholic Church, 25395 Chippendale LATHAM CATHERINE LATHAM CATHERINE MARYO LATHAM born October 19, 1929, died Thursday, February 26, 2009 after a long illness. She was the beloved wife of Gerald, who died in January, and loving mother of Karen (Tom) Milligan and Craig (Lynne). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jeffrey Milligan and Elizabeth and Scott Latham. Kate was a devoted mother who considered raising her children her most important job. A lifelong resident of Dearborn, she delivered Meals On Wheels with her husband, and volunteered at Snow Elementary School for many years. Kate was also an accomplished artist and a member of the Sweet Adelines. Funeral Sunday 2 pm at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation Saturday 6:30 - 9 pm and Sunday 12 Noon till time of service. Memorials to NORD - National Organization for Rare Disorders, P.O. Box 8923; New Fairfield, CT 06812-8923. howepeterson.com LAUER CARL MICHAEL LAUER CARL LAUER Age 53, of Lexington, MI, survived by his father Alden Lauer, sister Margaret, brothers Robert and David, nine nieces and nephews, five great-nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his beloved mother Elizabeth. Private Services. LaVANWAY GENEVA VIOLA LaVANWAY GENEVA LaVANWAY Age 89 and a former resident of Farmington Hills. Passed away at West Hickory Haven in Milford on March 20, 2009. She is survived by her sons, David and Dan LaVanway; daughters, Julie (Roy) Horning and Linda (Tim) Begoske; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary LeFaive. She was preceded in death by daughters, Patricia Sieminski and Donna Zito. Services will be held privately. For further information please phone Lynch & Sons, Milford, at 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com. LAWRENCE ELEANOR F GRAY LAWRENCE ELEANOR GRAY LAWRENCE ELEANOR LAWRENCE ELEANOR F LAWRENCE age 80, March 15, 2009 of Macomb Twp. Beloved wife of the late William Lawrence Jr. Dear mother of Rev. William C. (Ruth) Lawrence, Sr., Dr. Charles G. (Lori) Lawrence, Sr., and Michele Ann (Donald) Rocho. Loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Dorothy Clutter, Roberta Santee and Frances Durham. Mrs. Lawrence was a member of Grace Baptist Church. Her family says "Eleanor loved the Lord. Her greatest desire was for no one to perish without knowing Jesus Christ as their Savior. She has passed the torch and will be greatly missed until we meet her again in heaven." She was very gifted in arts and crafts and sewing. Friends may call at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (3 blocks. E. of Van Dyke) Utica from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday and 2-9 p.m. Thursday. Mrs. Lawrence will lie in state on Friday at Grace Baptist Church, 4454 18 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights. from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. time of Service. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials suggested to Grace Baptist Church. Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com LAWSON MARGARET E LAWSON MARGARET LAWSON died Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at the age of 92. She was born May 10, 1916 in Bismarck, North Dakota the daughter of Wesley James and Mary Jane (Brandy) Lefler. She achieved her Masters of Education from Wayne State University and worked in both the Southfield and Royal Oak Schools. She enjoyed northern Michigan and was a summer resident of Naubinway and a member of the Hiawatha Sportsman Club in Naubinway. On June 19, 1941 Margaret married Bruce R. Lawson and he preceded her in death in 2007. Surviving are two daughters, Patricia (James) Dickson of St. Johns, MI and Janet (Michael) Hampton of Powell, Ohio; four grandchildren, Kristin and David Dickson, Carrie and Nicholas Hampton. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements and service by Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns, MI 989-224-4422 LECHOWICZ MARY LECHOWICZ March 12, 2009, age 93. Beloved wife of the late Casmer. Loving mother of Carol Bass, Diane (Brian) Ennis, and the late Kenneth. Dearest grandmother of Terri Tocco, Lindsay (Rob) Villasenor, Alison and Brock Lechowicz. Dear sister of Pauline Balazy. Funeral Monday at St. Aidan Catholic Church, in state 9 a.m. with Mass to follow at 9:30 a.m. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m., Scripture service 7 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile (btw. Merriman and Middlebelt). Interment St. Hedwig. www.neely-turowski.com LECOURS ROBERT JOSEPH LECOURS ROBERT LECOURS of Davison, formerly of Waterford; March 2, 2009; at 79 years of age. Loving husband of Mitzie for 55 years; loving father of Russell Lecours, Marie Lecours, David Lecours, the late Mark Lecours and the late Robert P. Lecours; beloved grandfather of Robert James Lecours. Preceded in death by two brothers and a sister. Robert retired from Pontiac Motors. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during Korea. Memorial Mass, Friday, March 6, 2009 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, 5481 Dixie Highway, Waterford. Burial following at Ottawa Park Cemetery, Clarkston. The family will receive friends at church after 10:30 a.m. on Friday. Arrangements entrusted to COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook. LECZNAR ROSE BRODA LECZNAR ROSE LECZNAR Age 87, March 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Edward "Whitey". Loving mother of Michael (Ellen), Judy (John) Lundberg, and Mark (Patricia). Dear grandmother of Timothy (Doris), Jeffrey (Jody), Brian, Phillip, and Alicia. Great-grandmother of Danielle. Rose was an aircraft Riveter for the war effort, affectionately known as "Rosie The Riveter". We're sure that St. Peter is saving a seat at a slot machine in Heaven for Rose. Rose is the last of her nine siblings to leave the earth. Visitation at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, Monday from 2-9 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to Hospice of Michigan. Please sign the online guestbook at www.rggrharris.com. LEDESMA JUAN L LEDESMA JUAN LEDESMA Age 80. March 14, 2009 of Lincoln Park. Beloved husband of Sofia. Loving father of Olga (Rolando) Zavaleta, Neri Marroquin, Benito (Rose) Marroquin Jr., Jose Luis (Catalina), Roel (Teresa), Noel (Maria), and the late Joel. Dearest brother of Celestina Garza, Adelaida Zavaleta, and Connie Marroquin. Also survived by 14 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and eight great great grandchildren. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m., Wednesday 12 - 9 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m., John Molnar Funeral Home, 14032 Northline Road, Southgate. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m., until time of Mass, 10 a.m., Ste. Anne de Detroit Catholic Church, 1000 Ste. Anne, Detroit. www.molnarfuneralhome.com LEE DAVID W LEE DAVID LEE Age 79. February 26, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary. Proud father of Janice (Frank) Grisa, Barbara (Tim) Schiller, Dixon (Susan) Hall, Michael (Kim) Hall and the late Karen. Loving grandfather of Garrett, Kristen, Jordan, Max, Cody, Graham, David, Carley, Reagan, Michael, Taylor, Alexa and great grandson Jacob. Brother of Gerry Jones, Shirley Gofton and the late Marion Koss. Visitation Monday and Tuesday 4-8 p.m. from McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral Service from First United Methodist Church of Birmingham, 1589 W. Maple Rd., Wednesday, 11 a.m. In state 10 a.m. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society appreciated. LEEDLE JAMES G LEEDLE JAMES LEEDLE Of Gladwin. Born September 26, 1934 in Durrand, MI, to Hieretta Ellen and Earl Clifton Leedle. Passed away March 14, 2009. 41 year Xerox employee, sales executive, retired 1997. Enjoyed time spent with family, friends, including hunting, fishing trips and cross-country motorcycle rides. Survived by his bride of 56 years, Patricia Ann (Hopko) Leedle (Gladwin, MI), sister Rebecca Hayes (Canton, MI), brother Donald Leedle (Indio, CA), two daughters Susan Campau and husband Fred (Clinton Township, MI) and Cathleen Stewart (Sterling Heights, MI), son James Leedle and wife Martha (Fenton, MI), six grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Never afraid to speak his mind, always up for a challenge, truly a role model, will be missed by many. \LEENY GAYE ANN LEENY GAYE LEENY March 5, 2009. Age 56. Loving partner of Janie Plunkett Henderson. Cherished daughter of James V. Leeny and the late Naomi. Sister of Susan Chase (Michael), Dawn (Leeann), Sandra Stulberg (Daniel) and Jamie (Stephen). Step-mother of Bill Plunkett (Jenn) and Andrew Plunkett (Ellen). Step-grandmother of Madelynn and Christian. Aunt of Naomi and Ben. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile), Saturday 3-7 p.m. with memorial service at 6 p.m. Memorials tributes to the charity of donor's choice. View obituary and share memories at: www.DesmondFuneralHome.com LEFKOFSKY HERBERT ISRAEL LEFKOFSKY HERBERT LEFKOFSKY Beloved father of Mitchell (Sally) Lefkofsky, and Sandra Lefkofsky. Loving grandfather of Jonah Lefkofsky. Dear brother of Michael Lefkofsky. SERVICES 11:30 A.M. FRIDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com LeFORGE HELEN YODIE LeFORGE HELEN LeFORGE (Nee YODIE) Age 89. Passed into the loving arms of Jesus March 6, 2009. Beloved wife for 66 years of the late Laurel "Larry". Loving mother of Larry (Pam), Susan (the late Chuck) Pennington, George and Gary (Mary). Also survived by 11 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Frank, Ann, Mary, Margaret, Millie and Becky. Visitation at R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, Sunday 3-7 PM. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 26701 Joy Rd., Dearborn Hgts., Monday 10 AM. Memorial contributions may be directed to In House Hospice, 24293 Telegraph, Suite 102, Southfield, MI 48034. Share a memory of Helen at www.rggrharris.com. LENHOFF ROLANDE LENHOFF Age 86 of Clawson, March 23, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence. Loving mother of Steven (Carolynn) Lenhoff. Cherished grandma of Bradley and Carissa. Dear sister of Imelda Benoit, Emma Silvia, Doris Brilliant, Thomas Gauthier, and Joseph Gauthier. Predeceased by siblings; Jerry Gauthier and Regina DuPont and Adrian Gauthier. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main Street (four blks. N. of 14 Mile Rd.) in Clawson. In state Thursday 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 581 E. 14 Mile Road in Clawson. Memorials to the Charity of Choice. Share online condolences at www.gramerfuneralhome.com LEONARD LAURA L SNYDER LEONARD LAURA SNYDER LEONARD LAURA L LEONARD LAURA LEONARD (Nee SNYDER) Age 63, March 17, 2009 in Pensacola, Florida. Beloved wife of Charles. Loving mother of Lori Dodea and Charles (Petra) Leonard. Devoted grandmother of eight. Cherished sister of Kathy (Dan) Bonikowski, George (Liz) Lee, Cindy (Michael) Groh and Francine (Robert) Kroll. Visitation Saturday from 5-9pm and Sunday 2-4 and 6-9pm with a 7pm Rosary at the L.C. Friederichs & Son Funeral Home, St. Clair (810-329-4222). In state Monday from 9am till time of Mass 10am at St. Mary's Catholic Church, St. Clair. Internment; Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair. Memorials are suggested to the wishes of the family. www.lcfandson.com LEOPOLD LARRY W LEOPOLD LARRY LEOPOLD March 8, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary Alice. Dear father of Stefanie (Randall) Ainley. Loving grandfather of Rueben and Regen. Brother of Bernice and Billy Leopold. A Memorial Service from the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Road (W. of Lilly) will take place in late April. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com LESKOVITZ NICHOLAS R LESKOVITZ NICHOLAS LESKOVITZ age 64, March 13, 2009. Beloved son of the late Josephine. Father of John. Brother of Joanie (Jim), Loretta (Eugene), Elaine, Dave (Millie) and Angelo (Maria). Also many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday 7-9 p.m with a 7:30 p.m. Funeral Service at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). LESOSKY KATHLEEN MARIE LESOSKY KATHLEEN LESOSKY KATHLEEN MARIE WROBEL LESOSKY KATHLEEN WROBEL LESOSKY KATHLEEN LESOSKY March 24, 2009, age 57. Beloved wife of LeRoy. Loving step mother of Tiffany Snowden (Kelly), and Lisa Lesosky (Adrian Huff). Dearest sister of Thomas (Barbara), Walter (Diane), Ronald (Debra), and Rodney (Tina) Wrobel, Deborah Golec (Daniel) and Carolyn Beitel (James). Also leaves six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. and Monday 1-9 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (1 block N. of 12 Mile), Warren, with a Scripture Service Monday at 6 p.m. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at Transfiguration Church, 5830 Simon K., Detroit, until Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. LESZCZYNSKI OLGA H LESZCZYNSKI OLGA LESZCZYNSKI Of Wyandotte. February 27, 2009. Age 92. Beloved wife of the late Walter. Loving mother of James, Sr. and Richard. Dearest grandmother of James, Jr., Walter II, Christine, and Sarah, and great-grandmother of Marius, Max, Zach, and James III. Visitation Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 12-9 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak St., Wyandotte, 734-285-9000. Interment Woodmere Cemetery. LEUNG ROSA LEUNG Age 76, March 22, 2009. Beloved wife of Larry. Loving mother of Kennie (Steven) Brenner and Clarence. Grandmother of Daniel, Cole, and Dylan. Service Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel), 36100 Five Mile Road (One Mile West of Farmington Road) Thursday 10 a.m. Visitation Wednesday 1-9 p.m. LEWIS MICHAEL D LEWIS MICHAEL LEWIS Age 54, March 27, 2009. Beloved husband of Ida. Dear father of Richard Stewart, Sarah Lewis, Melissa Jones, and the late Shala Stewart. Dear grandfather of Ciairra. Brother of Sharon (Dennis) Lutz and the late George Lewis. Also survived by two nieces and one nephew. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Tuesday 1 p.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). LEY SALLY LEY of Holly; passed away on February 4, 2009. Memorial Services will be held at Davisburg Methodist Church on April 4, 2009, 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to ASPCA.org LIETZ NORMA D LIETZ NORMA LIETZ Age 89 of Bloomfield Hills, passed away February 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Archibald J. Lietz. Loving mother of James (Mary) Lietz and Cynthia (Richard) Amann. Dear sister of June Cunningham and the late Ruth Higbee. Proud grandmother of five and great-grandmother of two. The Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Pixley Funeral Home, Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel. Visitation 4-8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of Service. Please visit www.mem.com to share a memory with the family. LINDBLOOM FRED W LINDBLOOM FRED LINDBLOOM Age 82 of Utica, March 3, 2009. A United States Navy Veteran, Mr. Lindbloom was a graduate of Cranbrook and University of Detroit Law. He was a business owner and an avid boater. Beloved husband of Joyce House. Loving father of Kay Lane, Gregg (Kat) Lindbloom, Jess (Tammy) Bussell, Fred (Jackie) Bell, Elizabeth (Don) Calderone, Brent Bussell, Karen (Glenn) Franks, and Joyce (Greg) Salisbury. He was also cherished by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Private Services are being held. Inurnment at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. Memorials to St. John Hospice appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel in Shelby Twp. Share on line condolence with the family, visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com LINDEMAN SALLY A LINDEMAN SALLY LINDEMAN of Clarkston; March 17, 2009; age 68. Sister of Richard (Marilyn) Lindeman of Manistee; aunt of Laurie (Randy) Shook of TX, Paul (Karen) Lindeman of IN and Jill Lindeman of IN. Sally retired as a teacher from Clarkston Schools. She enjoyed traveling and was a member of the Red Hat Society. Memorial Service Saturday 3 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Saturday 2 p.m. until time of service. Memorials may be made to National Kidney Foundation or Hospice of Michigan. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com LINDENSMITH KENNETH L LINDENSMITH KENNETH LINDENSMITH Age 78. February 17, 2009 in Leesburg, Florida (formerly of Michigan). Beloved husband of Patricia. Loving father of Diane (Pete), Debbie (Ray) and Mark (Barb). Loving step-father of Gary (Pam), Michael, Larry (Linda), Nancy (Joe) and Jim (Sharon). Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Memorial Services were held at St. Pauls Catholic Church in Leesburg, Florida. Military Services were held at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida. LINDQUIST PEARL LINDQUIST Age 84 died March 11, 2009. Mrs. Lindquist was a manager when she retired from the Stroh Brewery Co. Loving mother of Joan (Carl) Tocco, Laura (Gary) Miserlian and Don Lindquist. Dear grandmother of Michael, Keith, Bradley, Jason, Brian and Kim; great grandmother of Rebecca, Rachel, Eve, Joseph, Maya, Joey and Ryan. Sister of Mary Shepherd, Jenny Elwin and the late Joan Reay. Funeral Service 2 p.m. Sunday at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Road, Clinton Township, 48038. Visitation Sunday 1-8 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home. LINDSEY REV ROBERT L LINDSEY REV ROBERT LINDSEY REV LINDSEY The Rev. Robert L. Lindsey entered life eternal, Friday, March 20, 2009. Born July 15, 1923 in Syracuse, New York, elder brother to Jeanne Lindsey of Atlanta, GA. Bob Lindsey was a graduate of Syracuse University and Union Theological Seminary, NY. Lindsey married Marilynn Ware. He was founding Pastor of Lincoln Park Presbyterian Church, Lincoln Park, MI 1950-1960. Here, the eldest of three sons were born and his first wife died. Bob married Virginia Herb, and moved to St. Louis, where he served as Founding Pastor of John Calvin Church, Bridgeton, MO 1960-1969, and their youngest son was born. In the summer of 1969, Bob Lindsey began attending the U of M, where he worked for the Office of Ethics and Religion, while earning all but the dissertation for his PhD. 1976-1988, Rev. Lindsey served The Kirk in the Hills, Presbyterian Church of Bloomfield Hills, MI as Associate Pastor until his retirement. Bob loved summers at Torch Lake. Beloved husband of Virginia Herb Lindsey for 50 years. Father of four sons, three daughters-in-law, and five grandchildren: Doug and Kathy; Keith and Jeannette; Craig and Judy; Mark; Grandfather of C. Michael, Nathaniel, Justine, Hannah and Jackie Lindsey. Memorial Worship Service Wednesday, March 25th at 2 p.m. at Kirk in the Hills. LINEBAUGH LINDA A LINEBAUGH LINDA LINEBAUGH Age 58, March 21, 2009. Beloved wife of Bruce. Dear daughter of Eli and Aurelia Lupu. Sister of Ronald (Judy) Lupu, Darlene "Dene" (Rick) Schnieders, David Lupu. Aunt of Ryan, Kevin, Gary, Brianna and Brittany. Niece of Virginia Popa. Also survived by many cousins. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with funeral services Wednesday 10:00 a.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre (one block S. of 13 Mile Rd.), Madison Heights. Interment Oakview Cemetery. Memorials to Michigan Humane Society or St. Judes Children Hospital. Sign online guestbook at www.MeM.com LIVERANCE EDWARD DAVID LIVERANCE EDWARD LIVERANCE Age 64 of Southfield, passed away at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak on Friday, February 27, 2009. Mr. Liverance was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was known as Mr. Ed at the Hamtramck Library. Loving son of Edward A. Liverance and the late Marie R. Liverance. Funeral services are private. Arrangements were made by Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home of Berkley. LOCKHART RICHARD LOCKHART DICK LOCKHART Age 65. March 21, 2009 of Taylor. Beloved husband of Jeanne. Loving father of Rich, Doug (Cate) and Greg (Jennifer). Dearest grandfather of Nolan and Nicklas. Funeral Wednesday 12 noon at the Allen Park Chapel— Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (at Goddard). Visitation Monday from 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2-9 p.m. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Family suggests donations to the Michigan Humane Society or American Diabetes Association. Visit the online guestbook at www.martenson.com LOCRICCHIO GRACE LOCRICCHIO March 9, 2009, age 93. Beloved sister of the late Concetta (the late Salvatore) Locricchio, the late Paul (Concetta) Locricchio, and the late Rosalie (the late Jerome) Cracchiolo. Loving aunt of Lena (Don) Gillette, Susan (the late Jack) Giannosa, Sam (Sharon) Locricchio, the late Vincent and Matthew (Gloria) Locricchio, Sam (Carol) Locricchio, Susanna (Gary) Simms, Joe (Mary) Locricchio, Matt Locricchio, Cathy (Cesare) Polizzi, and Pauline (Paul) Moceri. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Wednesday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with evening rosary. Funeral service Thursday at St. Paul of Tarsus Catholic Church, 41300 Romeo Plank (at Canal). In state 11:00 a.m. until time of Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations to Hospice. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com LODISH TIMOTHY STEPHEN LODISH TIMOTHY LODISH Of Tustin, CA formerly of Detroit, age 63, died March 15, 2009 after a long illness. He is survived by his brothers E. Michael Lodish (Judith) and Thomas J Lodish (Deborah). He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Deborah E Allison, Michael T Lodish, Kelly L Berghoff (John), Christopher M McAvoy (Michelle), William C McAvoy (Carrie), Kevin P Lodish, T Geoffry Lodish and Julie M Lodish. Eight great-nephews and two great-nieces also survive. A memorial Mass will be held at Shrine of the Little Flower Church in Royal Oak on Monday, March 23, at Noon. Visitation with the family will begin at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution can be sent to AIDS Service Foundation, 17982 Sky Park Circle, Irvine CA 92614. LONGSTRETH VIRGINIA LONGSTRETH March 13, 2009, age 84. Loving mother of Roy (Sheryll), Rick (Anne), Kevin and the late Kim. Sister of the late Dorothy Semrau and Gloria Wolozski. Also survived by four grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. Visitation Monday 4-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd., (N. of 15 Mile). For service information, please call the funeral home at 586-792-5000. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com. LONGYEAR EDYTHE MOORE LONGYEAR EDYTHE LONGYEAR Passed away on February 26, 2009 in Grand Rapids, MI. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald C. Longyear. Formerly of Bloomfield Hills and Grosse Pointe Park she is held in loving memory by her sister, Lynne Girard Dewey, her niece and nephew, Kathryn and John Girard, John's wife Linda, and their daughter, Lauren. Fashionable, energetic, socially outgoing, and dedicated to improving Detroit's business and cultural communities, Edye had a long and successful career as a fashion buyer for Detroit's best stores and her own boutique at the Hotel Pontchartrain, and as a volunteer leader raising millions of dollars and enlisting many new supporters for Detroit's prominent charitable and cultural organizations. A private mass will be held for the family. Memorial contributions to Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan (www.bgcsm.org). LOPER GLENDORA E LOPER GLENDORA LOPER 93, of Farmington Hills, March 19, 2009. Glendora was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Denver, her devoted son, Denver (Nancy); and her brother, Allen Snyder. In addition to her daughter-in-law, Nancy, she is survived by five grandchildren, Kathy (John) Fribley, Dave, Kenneth (Denise), Mary (Dan) Dixon and Christopher (Karen); and 13 great grandchildren. Funeral Mass Saturday, March 21st, 11 a.m. (in state at 10 a.m.) at St. Catherine of Siena, 23450 W. Davison, Detroit. Memorial tributes suggested to St. Catherine Church or St. Alexander Church Food Cupboard, Farmington Hills. Arrangements entrusted to Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). heeney-sundquist.com. LOPICCOLO SUSAN LOPICCOLO SUSAN PUZZUOLI LOPICCOLO (nee PUZZUOLI) Age 81. March 17, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Angelo. Loving mother of Sam (Debbie), Tom (Linda), and Jim (Sina). Proud grandmother of Joli, Jamie (Liz) and Nikki (Lou) Aquino. Great-grandmother of seven. Dear sister of Ann Arcaro and the late Pat and Ozzie Puzzuoli. Visitation at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks north of 10 Mile) Wednesday 6-9 p.m. and Thursday 3-9 p.m. with evening prayers. Funeral Friday, in state 9:30 a.m. until Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Gertrude Catholic Church, 28839 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. To share a memory, visit www.bcfh.com LORENZ EVA LORENZ Age 82, March 8, 2009. Of Max Broock Realtors, Birmingham. Beloved mother of Bettina Morris and Clarissa Lorenz. Memorial service at Christ Church Cranbrook, 470 Church Rd., Bloomfield Hills on Saturday, March 28 at 2 p.m. LOVE LAURA JAY LOVE LAURA LOVE Age 61. Beloved mother of the late Cassandra. Dear sister of David (Jeanne), Victoria (Michael) Cunningham, Janice Kamradt, Jeffrey Moore and Connie (Ross) Miyao. Also leaves many beloved nieces, nephews and loving friends. Visitation Thursday 4-8 p.m., Rosary 7:00 p.m. at Charles R. Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (btwn. 6-7 Mile). In state Friday 10:00 a.m., Mass 10:30 a.m. at Christ the King (Grand River, S. of 6 Mile). Interment Holy Sepulchre. Contributions to Christ the King or your favorite charity appreciated. LOVENDUSKI MARIE LOVENDUSKI March 21, 2009. Age 97. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Loving sister of Harry Sado and the late Eugenia, Frank and Helen. Beloved Aunt of Wallace, Harry, Cheri, Warren, and the late Gary, Rosmarie and Frank Jr. Also survived by many great nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday 10:00 a.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (n. of 22 Mile Rd.), Shelby Twp. to be followed by a funeral procession to St. Kieran Catholic Church, 53600 Mound Rd. (N. of 24 Mile Rd.) for a 1:00 p.m. funeral Mass. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com LOWE AVIS T LOWE AVIS LOWE February 27, 2009. Age 87. Retired from Farmington School System and served her country as a United States Navy Officer during WWII. Dear mother of Allan (Leslie), Barbara and Douglas. Also survived by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial Service will held at a later date. Arrangements Fred Wood Funeral Home. LOWE TERRANCE A LOWE TERRANCE LOWE age 57; of White Lake; passed away February 21, 2009. Loving husband of Cheryl; dear father of Terrance B. Lowe, Daniel Adaza and the late Alexander T. Lowe; son of Cecila and the late Theodore Lowe; dear brother of Barbara (Henry) Hanson, Margaret (Ben) Granlund and Theodore (Ann) Lowe. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at St. Patrick Church, 9086 Hutchins Rd., White Lake. The family will receive visitors at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Evergreen Park, II. Arrangements are entrusted to Elton Black Funeral Home. LUCAS COLLEEN LUCAS COLLEEN MOORE LUCAS Age 62. February 23, 2009 of Dearborn, MI. Colleen will be dearly missed by her surviving family members including husband Frank Lucas, son Nathaniel Lucas, sister Karen Kraft and brother Brian Moore. A Memorial Service will be held at Cherry Hill Baptist Church, Dearborn Heights, Saturday, April 4th at 12:00 p.m. Please sign Colleen's online guestbook at: www.cremationmichigan.com LUCAS ROBERTA GERALDINE LUCAS ROBERTA LUCAS Devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2009 in Ft. Myers Beach, Florida. Loving wife of Robert Lucas of 58 years. Former resident of Mt. Clemens, Michigan for 53 years. Loving mother of Linda (David) Jackson and son Thom (Karen Lashley) Lucas. Loving grandmother of Jennifer (Robert) Dych, Sarah (Andrew) Meteer, Natalie Jackson, Kyle Lucas, and Kendel Lucas. Loving great-grandmother of Jackson, Carson, and Talia Dych and Nina Meteer. Tribute to be held Sunday March 22nd in Ft. Myers Beach, Florida. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Salvation Army. LUCKES ROY L LUCKES JR ROY LUCKES JR of Orion Twp.; February 24, 2009; age 53. Dear father of Justin R. Luckes and Kira A. Luckes, and her friend Rafe McBride; beloved grandfather of Kay leigh Ray Olmstead. Brother of Peggy Ann (Robert, Sr.) Larion; uncle of Terra A. and Quinton Larion; also survived by the mother of his children Pamela Miller. Mr. Luckes was retired from the General Motors Orion Plant. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, March 4, 2009, 1 p.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday 5 to 8 p.m. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com LUDWIG MARY M LUDWIG MARY LUDWIG Age 88. March 10, 2009. Loving mother of Carl D. (Jean). Dear grandmother and great grandmother of many. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl J. Ludwig. Please sign Mary's online guestbook at: www.cremationmichigan.com LUELFING OLIVENE JANE GOTTSCHALK LUELFING OLIVENE GOTTSCHALK LUELFING OLIVENE JANE LUELFING OLIVENE LUELFING Passed away March 13, 2009 at the age of 92. She was a lifelong resident of Plymouth who had worked as a clerk for the Post Office in Plymouth. She also had a special love for her family history and genealogy. Beloved wife of the late Earl B. Luelfing. Dearest mother of Nancy E. (Michael) Herr and the late Linda Wilson. Dear grandmother of Carl Wilson, Chris (Carole) Wilson, Vickie (Chris) Jackson, Aimee (Joshua) Schier, Alison (Brian) Oliver, Elizabeth (Chris) Chier, Edward (Tara) Herr, and Nicole Herr. Also leaves 10 great-grandchildren. Dear aunt of Marlene, Randy, and Richard Sharland. Funeral Services will take place Monday 1 p.m. at Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 S. Main St., Plymouth. Friends may visit Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the Plymouth Historical Museum. Share your special thoughts and memories at www.schrader-howell.com. LUKE GENEVIEVE LUKE Age 83, March 25, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Leonard. Dearest mother of Robert (Jeanette). Loving grandmother of Erik and Jeffrey. Sister of Bernice Burchart and Rose Brent. Will be dearly missed by nieces and nephews. Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Ave. at Artesian, Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Friday 6 p.m. Funeral Saturday in state at St. Anselm Church, 9:30 a.m. with Mass of the Resurrection 10 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. LUKIEWSKI ANNA LUKIEWSKI March 26, 2009, age 96. Beloved wife of the late Ted. Loving mother of Michael (Linda) and Barbara Ruth (Richard). Dearest grandmother of Ted Lukiewski (Carolyn), Ryan Lukiewski, Katherine Holloway (Mark) and Ann Ruth. Loving sister of Kay Soroka. Visitation Friday 4:30-9:00 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Interment Roseland Park Cemetery. www.howepeterson.com. LUNEK ATHELENE ELIZABETH LEEBER LUNEK ATHELENE LEEBER LUNEK ATHELENE ELIZABETH LUNEK ATHELENE LUNEK (Nee LEEBER) March 19, 2009, age 87. Born in McAlpin, West Virginia. Retired from Dodge Main Hamtramck. Beloved wife of the late Michael. Dear mother of Rosemarie (Tom) Perrin. Grandmother of John (Julie) Perrin. Great-grandmother of John II and Catherine Perrin. Sister-in-law of Julio Balde of Nutley, New Jersey and Norma Leeber of Clemmons, North Carolina. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by her parents, Mike and Domenica Leeber; sisters, Joan Balde, Julia (Robert) Privette and Vera (J.D.) Belcher; brothers, Fury (Dorothy) Leeber, Herman Leeber, Lewis Leeber and Mike Leeber Jr. and sister-in-law, Mary (Roko) Skorich and Annie (George) Cristea. Visitation Sunday 2-5 p.m. Funeral service Monday 10 a.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (1 blk. N. of 12 Mile Road), Warren. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. LUNG SHIRLEY M LUNG SHIRLEY LUNG March 17, 2009. Age 73. Beloved wife of Tony for 41 years. Loving mother of Nancy (Leonard Jr.) Gajewski, Carol (Brian) Rood, Joseph, and James (Stacey). Proud and loving "Grandma Busia" of Danielle, Nicholas, Zachary, Morgan and Joshua. Dear sister of Elmer (Rosie) and the late Conrad Donajkowski. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Friday 10 a.m. until time of 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Irenaeus Catholic Church, 771 Old Perch Rd. (between Avon and Walton Blvd.) Interment Guardian Angel Cemetery, Rochester LYLE VIRGINIA E LYLE VIRGINIA LYLE 88, Ann Arbor, February 24, 2009. Beloved mother of William C., Robert (Joyce) and Christine Mosier; dear grandmother of William III (Siobhan), Mark (Christine), Kristy and Kevin Lyle; dear great grandmother of Olivia, Connor, and Morgan. Dear sister of Donald Lund and one niece, Susan (Bruce) Allison. Memorial service, 2 p.m., Sunday, March 8, 2009, First United Methodist Church of Ann Arbor, 120 S. State, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. Memorials to Arbor Hospice, 2366 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Sign Virginia's guest book on her webpage at www.niefuneralhomes.com LYNCH CHARLENE R LYNCH CHARLENE LYNCH March 2, 2009. Age 59. Of Taylor. She will be missed by her many loving family members and friends. Charlene is predeceased by her parents Charles and Josephine Cavanaugh. Family to receive friends on Sunday March 8, 2009 from 2-4 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 23750 Goddard Rd. (Taylor Chapel). Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Humane Society. Onlineguestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com LYNCH PATRICIA LYNCH PATRICIA STRALE LYNCH (NEE STRALE) 84, of San Diego, California, died suddenly February 14, 2009. She is survived by her daughter, Marianne and husband, John W. of San Diego; her sister Trudie Strale of Detroit; brother Fred (Maryellen) Strale of Port St. Lucie, Florida. Pat is remembered fondly by many nieces and nephews. She graduated from Visitation High School, Detroit. Pat attended the University of Detroit and graduated from Rosary College, River Forest, Illinois. She was active in Christ Child Society and Rosedale Park Women's Club and an active participant in St. Scholastica Parish before moving to Denver, Colorado and currently in San Diego, CA since 1983. Her funeral was held in San Diego on February 24 at San Raphael Church with burial in San Diego. Condolences to email address: mplynch@san.rr.com. |
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