BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
March 2009
LAST NAME "R"
RADE ANNIE MAY RADE ANNIE RADE Age 97 of Rome, GA, died March 4, 2009 of injuries sustained in a fall. She was born May 25, 1911 in Rome to Arch and Cora Selman. Mrs. Rade was a homemaker and member of the Armuchee Baptist Church in Rome. Surviving are her daughter, Mary Ann Braun of Royal Oak; grandchildren, Bonnie Braun of AZ and Kenneth Braun of Royal Oak; siblings, Pauline (George) Green of Dearborn, Mildred (Hoyt) Formby of GA and Ed (Olga) Selman of GA. Her husband, John, died in 1985. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date at the Armuchee Baptist Church, 6648 Big Texas Valley Rd., Rome, GA, 30165. Memorials suggested to the church or Beaumont Hospice or Michigan Humane Society. Arrangements by Kinsey-Garrett Funeral Home, Royal Oak. www.kinsey-garrett.com
RADLEY LOTTIE S RADLEY LOTTIE RADLEY Age 90. February 28, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Leroy. Dear mother of Leslie (Pat) Radley, Betty (John Dudley), and Roy Lee. Grandmother of four and great-grandmother of nine. Sister of Honor Dawson. Visitation Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral service 10 a.m. Wednesday at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood, Dearborn. www.querfeldfh.com.
RADZIEWICZ VICTOR RADZIEWICZ Age 81, March 15, 2009. Beloved husband of Lorraine. Dear father of Gary (Lynn), Jay, Rick and Mary (Frank) Shields. Loving grandfather of Amy (Levi) Stiff, David, Jessica, Brandon and the late Michael. Loving great-grandfather of Violet. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. In state Wednesday 10 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., the time of the funeral Mass at St. Athanasius Church, Roseville. Inurnment Great Lakes National Cemetery at a later date. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com
RAKESTRAW KENNETH E RAKESTRAW KENNETH RAKESTRAW Age 83. March 3, 2009. Husband of the late Marie. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his sister Lois. Visitation Saturday, March 14, 2009 11:00 a.m. until time of memorial service at 1:00p.m. at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home , 41555 Grand River, Novi. 248-348-1800. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of your choice. On line sympathy messages www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com.
RAKOWSKI JEROME RAKOWSKI Age 89, March 2, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Jane. Loving father of James (Susan) Rakowski, Janice (Terrence) Sacra, Kathleen (Michael) Roehrig, and Sheri (James) Roberts. Cherished grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of nine. Loved brother of Nancy Wozniak and Alice Milliken. Visitation Wednesday 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the S. K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8½ Mile Rd. Funeral Thursday in state 10:30 a.m. at St. Angela Catholic Church, until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Scripture Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share your special memories or thoughts at www.Schultzfuneralhome.com
RAMAR JOSEPH RAMAR Age 78, a resident of Warren, MI died March 7, 2009. Survived by his wife Virginia (Rokita). Surviving are his children, Laura (Patrick Greek) and David (Vicki). Loving grandfather of Ashley and Tyler. Memorial Service 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 13, 2009 at A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr Road, Warren, 586-293-8030. The family requests that memorial contributions be made in lieu of flowers to the donor's favorite charity.
RAMSDEN DONALD B RAMSDEN DONALD RAMSDEN age 78 of West Bloomfield died February 26, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Aretta. Loving father of Lawrence (Laurie) Ramsden and the late Donald R. Ramsden. Grandfather of Rachel Ramsden. Private family services have been held. Arrangements by Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Walled Lake. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com
RANDALL HARRIETT REVA RANDALL HARRIETT RANDALL HARRIETT ABRAMS HARRIETT PEASE HARRIETT GAWRON Suddenly on March 7, 2009. Age 77. Beloved wife of Robert Randall and the late Leo Gawronski. Loving mother of Michael (Gail) and Bruce (Rosalie) Gawronski and step mother of Brian Randall. Proud and loving grandmother of Matthew (Patricia), Christopher, Johnathon, Amanda, and the late Megan Gawronski and great grandmother of Zachery. Harriett retired from J.L. Hudson's after 30 years of dedicated service. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Memorial contributions to the family are appreciated. Please share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
RAUCH KATHLEEN F RAUCH KATHLEEN RAUCH February 25, 2009, age 62. Beloved wife of Phillip. Loving mother of Julie (Jeff) Glebe and Suzanne (Phil) Waligora. Dear sister of Ralph Fader. In state Tuesday 10 a.m. with Mass to follow 10:30 a.m. at St. Edith Catholic Church, 15089 Newburgh Road (South of Five Mile Rd.). Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m., with Scripture Service 7 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile Rd. (Between Middlebelt and Merriman) Livonia. Memorial contributions may be made to IHM Sisters or Angela Hospice and envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. www.neely-turowski.com.
RAVIN SYLVIA RAVIN Beloved wife of the late Sidney Ravin. Loving mother of Dr. Sheldon (Alaine) Ravin. Dear grandmother of Rachel (Ginghis) Wetzel, Carla Ravin, Kate Fleming and Chase (Lindsey) Garwood. Great-grandmother of Shelby Fleming. GRAVESIDE SERVICES WEDNESDAY 1:00 P.M. AT BETH TEFILO EMANUEL CEMETERY, FERNDALE. ARRANGEMENTS BY HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (248) 543-1622
REDFORD VIRGIL C REDFORD JR VIRGIL REDFORD JR RED REDFORD Age 79, March 10, 2009. Beloved husband of Katherine Schober. Loving father of Krystal (William) Harris, Virgil III "Rusty" (Brenda), and Bryan (Teresa). Dear brother of Evelyn Prather, Betty Day, the late Dorothy Gouple, and the late Harold Redford. Loving Papa of Heather, Bryan Jr., Brittany, Josh. Loving Great Papa of Kaleb, Megan, Jaden, and Cody. Funeral Service 10:00 a.m. Friday at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Ave. (S. of 22 Mile Rd.) in Shelby Twp. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. Share online condolence visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com
REECE LEE REECE Age 74, went to be with the Lord February 26, 2009. Loving husband of Ruth and father of Joe (Linda), Rick (Nalin), Cindy (Mariano), and Rod. Adoring grandfather of Vicki (Jesse), Christy (Chad), Nathan (Meghan), Aaron (Kasey), Byron (Missy), Scott, Josh, Ryan, Alan, Isabel, and Annabella, and great-grandfather of Logan and Luca. Preceded in death by two brothers. Survived by four sisters and two brothers. A Memorial Service will be held on March 2 at 1 p.m. at Heritage Baptist Church, 8291 E. 14 Mile, Sterling Heights. In lieu of flowers, please support the Lawrence "Lee" Reece Golden Rule Scholarship Fund via Cindy (Reece) Tomei at (231) 620-7011 or email Cindy at mcjritomei@yahoo.com or Rick at rickr@villagefocus.org.
REEDY JAMES MARTIN REEDY JAMES REEDY age 61; of Waterford; went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 18, 2009. Memorial Services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 26, 2009, at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly, MI. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. before the service. Mr. Reedy was born in Pontiac on July 15, 1947, the son of George and Eleanor Reedy. He was an avid bowler, sports enthusiast and loved the Lord. Surviving are his children and step-children, Brian (Jen) of Clarkston, James (Nancy) of Tampa, FL, Cindy (Ken) Malone, Gail Reinert, Nena (Curt) Holmes and Nick Parker; many grandchildren; sisters, Barb (Bob) Diggs and Bonnie (Dan) Richards. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly, and his parents. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com
REEL WILLIAM S REEL WILLIAM REEL March 7, 2009. Age 81. Loving husband of Bettie. Father of JoAnn (Larry) Kobe, Bill (Linda) and John. Grandfather of Jennifer Osborne, Jeramie (Suzi) and Jonathan Reel. Private memorial. Donations to Heartland Hospice.
REESE KENNETH M REESE KENNETH REESE Age 85, passed away on March 3, 2009 in Denver, Colorado. A long standing member of the University Club of the City of Washington, D.C., he will be missed by family and friends. A University of Michigan College of Engineering graduate, he retired as the Managing Editor for the Chemical and Engineering News in 1967 and served as a Contributing Editor and author of the weekly Newscripts column until September 2004. Ken served in the Navy as a naval aviator and patrol plane commander during WWII and as a reservist thereafter. He is survived by three nieces, Sherry, Judy and Andi and a nephew, Mike. Private services will be held.
REETER BEVERLY REETER Beverly M REETER BEVERLY MELDRUM REETER March 4, 2009, age 76. Beloved wife of the late Robert Meldrum and Wayne Reeter. Loving mother of Cheryl (Danny) Paeth. Devoted grandmother of six and great-grandmother of seven. Dear sister of Ted (Lila) Belanger, Gail (Joseph) Drexler and Linda (Harvey) Gordon. Proud aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2-5 and 6-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral service Monday, 11 a.m. at Oakland Hills Cemetery, 43300 12 Mile Rd., Novi. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
REID PAUL W REID PAUL REID March 2, 2009 at 86. Born in Detroit May 21, 1922. Babson College, Wayne State. Started his own insurance agency, V.P. Reid Corp., real estate bus. WW II veteran, accomplished pianist, golfer and true gentleman with a kind word for all. Loving husband to Pat. Survived by daughter Paula Fong, son Scott, brother Robert, three grandchildren and companion Dorothy Post. Memorial, Kirk in the Hills, March 27, 12 noon 248-626-2515. Donations to American Heart Association.
REILLY CHRISTOPHER J REILLY CHRISTOPHER REILLY Age 85, March 24, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy. Loving father of Thomas Poff (Suzanne) and Mark (Jan) Poff. Proud grandfather of four. Brother of Mildred Davis. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, loving family, and friends. A private memorial service to be held.
REILLY DENNIS M REILLY DENNIS REILLY Age 62, died at his home in St. Petersburg FL, surrounded by family on Saturday, March 28th after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a graduate of St. Mary's HS of Royal Oak. Dennis was an avid sailor and enjoyed spending time on the sea with his wife and family. Survivors include his wife of 42 years Bonnie; his mother Mary Reilly; his sons Jeffrey and Richard; his grandchildren Kate Godard, Sean and Evan Reilly, Conrad, Daniel and Zachary Reilly; his brothers; Leonard, Robert, Kenneth and Timothy; his sisters Susan and Karen Reilly and Mary Santine. Services will be held at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church of Sterling Heights, MI on Friday April 3 at noon. Donations may be made to the Outreach Program at The Cathedral of St. Jude, St. Petersburg FL 33710.
REIN JEAN REIN Age 94. March 20, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Harry. Loving mother of Dolores Newcomb and Geraldine Rein. Proud grandmother of Jim (Mary) Newcomb. Great-grandmother of Daniel and Katelyn. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
REINKE RICHARD FABIAN REINKE RICHARD REINKE March 2, 2009 Age 72 of Huntington Woods. Retired mechanical engineer for Chrysler Corp. Beloved husband of Karen F. (nee. Williams) for 32 years. Dear father of Sheila Fowler (Edward), Christopher (Dana) and Patrick (fiance' Gina). Grandfather of Drew, Hallie and Garrett Fowler. Brother of Janet Kiernicki (John). Funeral service Friday 11a.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Thursday 3-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes to Beaumont Hospice, 3601 W. 13 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073 or Eastland Community of Christ, 19160 Toepfer, Eastpointe, MI 48021. View obituary and share memories at www.desmondfuneralhome.com
REITANO MARIE ELIZABETH KLEMA REITANO MARIE REITANO Age 94. March 24, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Frank Reitano. Daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Klema and sister of the late Edward Klema Sr. Survived by sister-in-law Barbara Klema, nephews Edward (Linda) Klema Jr. and Thomas (Lynda) Klema, grand nephew Matthew Klema and grand nieces Erin and Kristine Klema. Visitation at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home Thursday March 26, 2009 from 1-9 p.m. Funeral service Friday March 27, 2009 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com
REVELS LEATHA M REVELS LEATHA REVELS Age 80, March 21, 2009. Wife of the late James. Dear mother of Sid (Regina) Barton, Scarlet Revels-Tarnowski and the late Lucky Barton. Also survived by five grandchildren, April, Courtney, Joshua, Kaleb and Sandy, and three great-grandchildren. Sister of Juanita Locklear. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Services Thursday 11:00 a.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre (one block S. of 13 Mile Rd.) Madison Heights. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Mrs. Revels was a member of the North American Indian Association and Southeastern Michigan Indian Association. Share an online memory at www.MeM.com
REVENAUGH MARIAN P REVENAUGH MARIAN REVENAUGH MARIAN LIPSKEY REVENAUGH (Nee Lipskey) February 21, 2009 in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Wife of Wilson B. Revenaugh, Jr. Mother of Wilson III (Wendy) and James (Karen). Grandmother of Wilson, Eric, Jeslyn and Jordan. Donations in Marian's name to FirstHealth Hospice Foundation, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374, 910-715-6000.
REWITZER EDWARD REWITZER Age 67, of Warren, died Monday, February 9, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Rose Mary (nee Yax) Rewitzer; dear father of Rebecca (James Pinkley) Rewitzer and William Rewitzer; dear grandfather of Kelly, William, Jr., Madison and Mason; dear brother of John Rewitzer, Rodger (Carol) Rewitzer and Adolph (Dea) Rewitzer. Private services through Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org.
REYNOLDS DARREN M REYNOLDS DARREN REYNOLDS age 46; of Waterford; passed away Saturday, February 28, 2009. Loving husband of Elizabeth; dear son of Maxine and the late Veron Chuck Reynolds; brother of Donna Cheek, Larry Cheek, Dan (Cindi), David (Debi), Dana (Deborah) and Drindal uncle to many nieces and nephews. Darren received his B.S. from Oakland University and his M.S. from Wayne State University. He was a member of the Engineering Society of Detroit and Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. A Memorial Service will be held 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at Pixley Funeral Home Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel, Keego Harbor. The family will greet visitors from 12 Noon until the time of service.
REYNOLDS JAMES ROBERT REYNOLDS JAMES REYNOLDS age 71; of Oxford. March 23, 2009. Loving father of Robin Schaller, James M. Reynolds and Cheryl (Jeff) Ziegelbaur; dear grandfather of Matthew (Ashley), Meggan, Marissa, Justin, Cortney and Brittany; great grandfather of Brayden and Gracie; also survived by his sister Barbara (Carl) Kenworthy, and the children s mother Marjore Reynolds-Gillard. Mr. Reynolds was a life member of the North Oakland and North Macomb Sportsmen s Clubs and was also involved in the Golden Retriever Club. Funeral Service Friday, March 27, 2009, 10 a.m. at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 East Silverbell, Orion. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m. and Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association or Leader Dogs for the Blind. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
RICCI DOMINIC J RICCI DOMINIC RICCI Age 79. February 26, 2009. Beloved Husband of Alice. Loving Father of Renee Marie Poster and Sharon (James) Johnson. Proud Grandfather of Jason Nagy, Melanie (James) Nowacki, Amanda (William) Litwaitis, Jill Nagy and Dominic Poster. Great grandfather of Caydein Litwaitis, Xavier Litwaitis and Jayse Nagy. Also survived by three sisters. Funeral at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile Rd), Warren, Tuesday at 10 a.m. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, MI. ahpeters.com
RICH LEOCADIA RICH Age 91, March 28, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Samuel Rich. Dear mother of Samuel (Sally) Rich, the late Marie (David) Wu. Dearest grandmother of Kimberly (Gordon) Shell, Christine Rich, Lisa (Tim) Zapawa and Kevin (Angela) Wu. Visitation Monday 2-4 PM and 6-9 PM at EJ Mandiziuk Funeral Home, 22642 Ryan (S. of 9 Mile), Warren. Funeral Monday 9:30 AM at St. Marks Catholic Church (4401 Bart) in Warren.
RICHARDSON JAMES MELVIN RICHARDSON JAMES RICHARDSON Age 73 of Oscoda. Passed on March 11, 2009. Loving husband of Carole Ann. Dear father of Scott (Lisa), John, Douglas, and Kara. Grandfather of Joey, Tristin, Hope, and Josh. Brother of Robert (Jan) Richardson. Funeral Service Thursday, March 19th, 2009, 1 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. The family will receive friends 11 a.m. until time of Service. Suggested memorials to the Rainbow Connection, Rochester. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
RICHMAN MARIAN RICHMAN Beloved wife of 59 years of Isadore Richman. Loving mother of Judy (David) Zimmerman, Martin Richman and Melanie Richman. Dear sister of Leo Neuman and the late Gertrude (Herman) Pritz. Loving grandmother of Steven (Aimee) Zimmerman and Amy Zimmerman. Great-grandmother of Tori and Ari Zimmerman. Service Thursday 11:30 a.m. at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622. Interment Workmen's Circle Cemetery. www.hebrewmemorial.org
RICHMOND ROBERT W RICHMOND ROBERT RICHMOND 74 of Clinton Township. Died on Sunday, March 8, 2009 in Warren. Beloved husband of Iris (nee Clinesmith) Richmond. Dear father of John Richmond and Rebecca (Matt) Maracle. Dear brother of Nancy (Lloyd) Kimball. Dear grandfather of Jaclyn and Heather. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Thursday at Shelby Bible Church, 47905 Hayes, Shelby Township. In state at 9:30 a.m. Burial at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly Township. Visitation 1-9 p.m. Wednesday at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren. Memorial contributions to "Cure P.S.P." Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org.
ROGIER GERALDINE M ROGIER GERALDINE ROGIER Age 87 of Roseville. Died March 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Jerome. Dear mother of Charlene Rogier, Albert (Roxanne) Rogier, Kathleen (Jeffrey) Pilotto, Mary (Marc) Dawidowski, Lorrie (Christopher) Shock, Sharon (Duane) Gore, and Gerard (Julie) Rogier. Also survived by 19 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Predeceased by brothers Alfred Dettloff and Kenneth Combs. Visiting hours Sunday 12-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Gertrude Church, 28839 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores, until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. John Cemetery. Prayers Sunday evening. Memories may be shared at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.
RIGONI ANN RIGONI Of West Bloomfield, Michigan passed away of natural causes on Friday, February 27, 2009. She was born Anni Lilja (Havana) Koski in Hailuoto Finland on April 17, 1911. At the age of 7 years, Ann immigrated to the United States arriving at Ellis Island, New York on Christmas day, 1918. The family settled in Ironwood, Michigan and Ann spent her early years attending school and working on the family farm. She was employed in the Anesthesia department at the Grand View Hospital and in later years at the Deaconess Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. She was married to Victor Rigoni for many happy years first living in Ironwood and then in Detroit, Michigan. They enjoyed traveling by car and visiting interesting sites across the United States. Family celebrations were always apart of their lives. They entertained and always welcomed family and friends at their home. Following Victor's death, Ann moved to Grosse Pointe, Michigan. She enjoyed the new community and spent many years enjoying a lifestyle of socializing, volunteering, and participating in local events. Ann's final years where spent at Sunrise Senior Living in West Bloomfield, Michigan where she made many new friends and thrived under the care of the caring, attentive staff. Ann is remembered by all who knew her for her caring spirit, thoughtfulness, and sense of fun. She enjoyed sharing meals with friends and family and was ready for a lunch or dinner date at a moment's notice. Her graciousness and warm smile made those occasions memorable for all. She was loved by her entire family. Every niece and nephew was the recipient of a hand knit sweater and Christmas was celebrated with great varieties of cookies from her kitchen. Ann was preceded in death by husband, Wilbert Johnson of Bessemer, Michigan who passed away during their first year of marriage; husband, Victor Rigoni; parents, Sophia and John Koski; brothers, John Koski, William Koski, Arvo Koski and Sister Lempi Salo. She leaves behind sister in law Olga Koski of Ironwood, Michigan and three generations of nieces and nephews. Memorial Services are scheduled for 7:00 p.m.; April 27, 2009; at the West Bloomfield United Methodist Church; 4100 Walnut Lake Road; West Bloomfield, Michigan. Interment is at the Evergreen Cemetery in Detroit, Michigan. Serving the family Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Walled Lake. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com
RIOS ELISSA RIOS Age 87, lifelong resident of Detroit. Beloved wife of Ramon. Loving mother of M. Antonia, the Late Ramon Jr., Frank, Katherine, Joseph, Elissa, John, Theodore, Alexander and Christina. Dearest grandmother of 27 and great-grandmother of 17. Elissa is also survived by her brother Frank and sisters Alexandra, Ruth, and Josephine. After raising 10 children Elissa returned to school, obtained a teaching degree and after 20 years, some of which she taught at Webster and Maybury Elementary schools, she retired from the Detroit Public Schools. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at Don Graham Funeral Home, 1005 Junction at Fisher Fwy. with Rosary at 7 p.m. Visitation Wednesday 9 a.m. at Ste. Anne Church, 1000 Ste. Anne St. until time of Mass 10 am. Interment Woodmere Cemetery.
RISSMAN BURTON RISSMAN Beloved husband of Sheila Rissman and the late Geraldine Rissman. Dear father of Kathy Lowenthal, Vicki Fingeroot, Pam and Randy Smith, Cyndi and Michael Stone. Loving grandfather of Joshua, Julie, Erika and Gabby Lowenthal, Nicole Churchill and Brad Fingeroot, Lexi, Amanda, and Garrett Smith, Jessica and Marissa Stone. Also survived and loved by Sheila's children, Sheryl and Jim Rosin, Shari and Eric Dobrusin, their children, Sloane and Kole Rosin, Franklin and Jackson Dobrusin and Howard Fingeroot. Brother of Robert and Pearl Rissman, the late Donald and the late Florence Rissman. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. SERVICES 1 O'CLOCK WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
RITCH GARY WILLIAM RITCH GARY RITCH Age 66 of Warren. March 3, 2009. Husband of Bernadine. Memorial Service 3 p.m. Sunday, March 15 at Warren F.O.P. Hall, 11304 14 Mile Rd., Warren. Arrangements, Lyle Elliott Funeral Home.
RITTERSDORF JOHN V RITTERSDORF JOHN RITTERSDORF March 15, 2009. Age 91. Beloved husband of the late Florence. Dearest dad of Elaine Ryan (Jack), Marcia Giera (Rich), Mary Kay Fedak (Stephen), and Linda Keimig (Jim). Loving grandfather of Maureen Nemeth (John), Jack, and Patrick Ryan, Christie and Brian Giera, Erin and Lauren Fedak, and Joseph (Melissa), Christopher, and Daniel Keimig. Brother of the late Carl Rittersdorf and the late Marian Schmidt. Mr. Rittersdorf was a 1942 graduate of the University of Detroit and a former longtime parishioner at Gesu Church, Detroit. He was a resident of Henry Ford Retirement Village for 15 years. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd. (between Mapel and Big Beaver), Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at The Henry Ford Village Chapel (Ford Rd. at Greenfield). Visitation at the chapel begins Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Rite of Committal Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial tributes to University of Detroit Mercy, 4001 W. McNichols, Detroit, MI 48221 or Henry Ford Village Benevolent Fund, 15101 Ford Rd., Dearborn, MI 48126. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com.
RIVARD JOAN BIVOL RIVARD JOAN RIVARD March 14, 2009. Age 77. Loving mother of Cheryl (Jim) Karalla and Kathleen Kay. Loving grandmother of Lisa, Bobby, Trevor, and Mackenzie. Dearest sister of Margie (Ray) Szucki and Raymond Slade. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Scripture Service Monday 7 p.m. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. time of Mass at St. Thecla Church, 20740 S. Nunneley (1 block S. of Metro Parkway and E. of Groesbeck). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to Hospice of Henry Ford appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at Wujek-Calcaterra.com.
ROBB IAN GEORGE ROBB IAN ROBB age 53; passed away on Monday, March 2, 2009, in Franklin, IN. He was a former longtime resident of Michigan. His parents were Jerry and Gloria (Newman) Robb. He married Sherry Lynn (Morris) Robb. She lovingly survives; other survivors include daughter, Tiffany (Joe) Reese; and son, Ian Jerome Robb; grandchildren, Gabrielle Reese and Joe Reese, III. Rev. Chris Richards will conduct a Memorial Service on Saturday, March 14, 2009, at 3 p.m. at the Pontiac Chapel of Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home at 46 Williams Street, Pontiac, MI. Friends may call on Saturday, March 14, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in Memory of Ian G. Robb Family, c/o Irwin Union Bank, 1073 W. Jefferson Street, Franklin, IN 46131.
ROBINSON BERNARD M ROBINSON BERNARD ROBINSON Age 84, of Milford. Passed away in Fort Pierce, FL on Monday, March 2, 2009. Survived by his beloved wife, Dora Jane (nee Sheffield) and their children, Joanne (the late Dale) Sorensen, Diana Abgarian, Marion (Jim) Souden, Rob (Pam) Robinson, Janette (Bret) Charlick; 19 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends. Visitation & Funeral Service arrangements are pending. For further information, please phone Lynch & Sons Funeral Home in Milford at 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
ROBINSON PATRICK JOHN ROBINSON PATRICK ROBINSON Age 65 of Bluffton, South Carolina, formerly of Hartland, Michigan. He was born 12/14/43 in Detroit. He was married to his sweetheart Pam Robinson for 45 years. They have four children: Lee Robinson of Howell, MI, John Robinson of Lexington, SC, Jennifer Dean of Bluffton SC, and Jessica Gibbs of Greenville, SC. He had nine grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He is survived by his sister, Judy Collinsworth of Bowie, TX; and his brothers, Jim Robinson of Novi, MI, and Terry Robinson of Farmington Hills, MI. Pat was active in the manufactured home industry having founded Global Mobile Homes in the mid 70's in the metro Detroit market. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 7, at 3 p.m. at Sauls Funeral Home in Bluffton, SC.
ROBISON RALPH GILPIN ROBISON RALPH ROBISON March 17, 2009. Age 90. Proud veteran, Captain in the US Army during WWII. Longtime sales executive in the automotive supply industry. Beloved husband of the late Amy (nee Sanders) for 31 years. Dear father of Amy Nanette Rosi, Sandra Murphy (Richard Robin), Jacqueline Gounaris (John), Patricia McKenney (Richard). Grandfather of Kristine, Andrew, Max and Greg. Uncle of Susan, Patricia, Bruce and Julie. Services were held privately. Ralph was a loving father who enjoyed dancing, cooking, gardening and fishing. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorials to Alzheimer's Association, 20300 Civic Center Dr., Ste 100, Southfield, MI 48076 or Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Avenue, 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851 A.J. Desmond & Sons, 248-549-0500. View obituary and share memories at: www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
ROCHE ELLEN L ROCHE ELLEN ROCHE March 2, 2009. 85 years. Beloved wife of Maurice P. Dear mother of Michael, Curtis (Ursula), Kevin (Mary Jo Wolff), Maryellen (Alan) Kunst, David, Patricia, Daniel (Gretchen), William (Kristin), Maureen (Richard) Trombley, Ann (Paul) DeMeulemeester, and Martin. Also survived by 25 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Sister of Nancy Ziegenbein and Martin (Judy) Boss. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe. Funeral Mass Thursday 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church (Downtown). Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Rosary Wed. 7 p.m.
ROCHELEAU MARJORIE E ROCHELEAU MARJORIE ROCHELEAU MARJORIE ROBINSON ROCHELEAU (nee Robinson) Age 90, formerly of Redford, died Feb. 27, 2009. She was a devoted long time employee of Michigan Bell working in customer relations. Beloved wife and soul mate of the late Jay A. Cherished mother of Joan (Matt) Galfano. Proud and devoted grandmother of Matthew and Mark (Laura). Adoring great grandmother of Alissa, Sophia and Erin. Also family pet Sara. Dear daughter of the late Leander and Elizabeth. Dear sister of the late Donnell (Fran) and Phyllis. Also many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 6-9 p.m. and Monday 1-9 p.m. with Scripture Service Monday 6 p.m. at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile), Warren. Funeral Tuesday, in state 10:30 a.m. until Mass 11 a.m. at St. Malachy Catholic Church, 14085 Fourteen Mile Rd. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or Michigan Humane Society. ahpeters.com
ROCKWELL LEWIS A ROCKWELL LEWIS ROCKWELL February 28, 2009, age 90. Beloved husband of the late Jean W. Rockwell. Dearest father of Louise R. (Richard C.) Jensen. Dearest grandfather of Richard J. "Arjay" Jensen (Alicia), and Morgan L. Jensen. Dear great grandfather of Andrew, Alex, William and Miles Jensen. Memorial Service Saturday 12 noon at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Visitation Friday 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Wayne State University Law School or the Salvation Army, S.E. Michigan Division. ahpeters.com.
ROE BETTY E ROE BETTY ROE of Clarkston; March 30, 2009; age 75. Mother of Allen Scott of Clarkston and Lisa Bell of Clarkston; preceded in death by her sons Timothy, Terry and Frederick; grandma of Michael, Mandi, Lindsay, Tanya, Ashley and Anthony; great grandma of two. Funeral Service Thursday 12:30 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Wednesday 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Online guest book www.wintfuneralhome.com
ROGERS LUTHER MONROE ROGERS LUTHER ROGERS Age 85, died peacefully March 7, 2009. Loving husband of Nellie M. (Calhoun). Dear father of Zondra (Michael) Dunlop and Edward (Sue) Rogers. Adoring grandfather of Monica (Phillip) Rinke and Brandon Rogers. Proud great-grandfather of James Monroe Rinke. Preceded in death by parents Luther and Etta (King) Rogers and seven brothers and sisters. Luther Monroe was a retired minister of 50 plus years and was a World War II Army Veteran and was a recepient of the Purple Heart. He will lie in state at 12 Ryan Baptist Church, 3500 12 Mile Rd. (Warren) on Monday from 3-9 p.m. Funeral service will be on Tuesday 11:00 a.m. at church with visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. Interment Christian Memorial Cultural Center. Donations may be made in his memory to Alzheimer's Association. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
ROGERS ROBERT R ROGERS ROBERT ROGERS Age 80, March 23, 2009. Beloved husband of Anna. Dear father of Robert (Marina), Mark, Lorrie (Steve) and Dave (Cathy). Grandfather of seven. Brother of Douglas, Danny, Florence and Nicholas Schenk. Visitation Thursday 6-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at St. Mel Catholic Church, 7506 Inkster Road (just north of Warren). Memorials suggested to Alzheimer's Association.
ROHRABAUGH JACOB ROHRABAUGH JAKE ROHRABAUGH Age 65, March 27, 2009. Beloved husband of Carol. Loving father of Brian (Maria), Barbara Mitchell, Doug (Sarah) and Mike (Maryann). Step-father of Todd Nuppnau, Ron (Julia) Hill and Shannon Hill. Grandfather of twelve and great- grandfather of one. Brother of Dan (Barb), Lew (Dottie), Bruce (Bobbi) and the late Floyd, Nelson, Anna, Fred and Harry. Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. at Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel (Van Dyke, S of 22 Mile), Shelby Twp. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. Donations to the family greatly appreciated. www.gramerfuneralhome.com
ROMANSKI WILLIAM C ROMANSKI WILLIAM ROMANSKI Beloved husband of the late Stella. Dear father of Roger (Charlene), Robert (Kate), and Wesley. Loving grandfather of four granddaughters and seven great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Stella (Ross) Eames. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday at 10 a.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (N.W. corner of 18 and Ryan). Interment at Resurrection Cemetery with Military Honors.
ROOSEN JOHN A ROOSEN JOHN ROOSEN Age 81. March 28, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Rita D. Loving father of John (the late Anne Marie), Michael, David, Ann (Ricky) Taylor, Mary, Karen. Proud grandfather of Sarah, Ruth, Jennifer, Jeffrey. Great-grandfather of Ava and Jacek. Visitation Monday 5-8 p.m. Tuesday 1-8 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blocks E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Dennis Catholic Church, Royal Oak. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.
ROSE MICHELLE LYNN ROSE MICHELLE ROSE March 23, 2009. Age 33 of Dearborn Heights. Loving mother of Nicholas. Dearest daughter of Judith (Michael) Hannah and Michael (Susan) Rose. Dear sister of Fred Schofield and Kimberly (Russell) Szarka. Dear niece of Kathleen (Kent) Blixberg. Funeral Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 23750 Goddard Rd. (Taylor Chapel). Visitation Thursday 4-9 p.m. & Friday 1-9 p.m. Onlineguestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com
ROSENBERGER ANGELINE H ROSENBERGER ANGELINE ROSENBERGER March 26, 2008 Age 95. Wife of the late Donald Butland and Virgil Rosenberger. Dear mother of Donald Butland II and Patricia Gruley (Al). Beloved grandmother of Bret (Traci), Lynn (Clint), Leigh (Bryan), Tina (Mike) and Donald III. Great grandmother of Donald IV, Kyle, Russell, Colin and Sophie. Funeral service Monday 10 a.m. A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Sunday 2-7 p.m. Interment Grand Lawn Cemetery. Memorial tributes to the Michigan Humane Society, 30300 Telegraph Rd., Suite 220, Bingham Farms, MI 48025. View obituary and share memories at: www.desmondfuneralhome.com
ROSENTHAL DR RHODA ROSENTHAL DR ROSENTHAL Beloved wife of the late Dr. Albert Rosenthal. Cherished mother of Janice (Moddy) Bonney. Loving grandmother of Benjamin and David Bonney. Devoted sister of the late Fred Horwitz. Dear sister-in-law of Belle Linton and Molly Center. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. SERVICES 3:00 P.M. MONDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT AT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
ROSEY CAROL KAY ROSEY CAROL ROSEY 50, passed away on March 22, 2009. Preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Betty Rosey; and her brothers, Kirk and Craig Rosey. Survivors include her husband, Rick Edwards; her sons, Michael and David Edwards; and her sister, Gayle Rosey. She was a Physician's Assistant at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit and St. Joseph's Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was a member of South Lyon Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held April 4, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Nardin Park Methodist Church, 29887 W. Eleven Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI. 48336. Memorials may be made to Litwin-Zucker Dementia Research, Attn. Ted Huey, 350 Community Dr., Manhasset, NY 11030.
ROSS BONNIE M ROSS BONNIE ROSS Age 67. March 12, 2009 of Detroit. Beloved wife of the late Larry. Loving mother of Raymond (Shane), David (Lisa) Carlos (Lylian) and Elizabeth (John). Companion of David Fricks. Dear sister of Zack (Sara) Doss and David Doss. Dearest grandmother of Toney, Andy, Matthew and Li'Lee. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at the Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). Visitation Saturday 6-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. Interment United Memorial Gardens. Visit online guestbook www.martenson.com
ROSS EDWARD S ROSS EDWARD ROSS March 3, 2009. Age 88. Beloved husband of Genevieve. Dear father of Arlene (Marty) Tanona and Lawrence Ross. Dear grandfather of Duane (Amy) Tanona. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (at NW corner of Ryan). For further information, please call (586) 997-3838.
ROSS MARY ROSE HUETTEMAN ROSS MARY ROSE ROSS MARY ROSS Age 78. Beloved wife of Paul. Loving mother of Eric (Kris) Ross, Martin (Debra) Ross, Raymond (Judy) Ross, Kenneth (Eileen ) Ross, and Janet (Paul) Ruggirello. Cherished grandmother of 16 and great grandmother of eight. Sister of Paul Huetteman and Sr. Charlotte Huetteman, O.S.M. Predeceased by her sister Shirley Duff. Visitation at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 43300 Garfield (north of 19 Mile Road) Friday from 3:00 until 9:00 p.m. Scripture Service 7 p.m. on Friday. Visitation on Saturday at St. Paul of Tarsus Catholic church, 41300 Romeo Plank Rd., in Clinton Township from 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations to Servants of Mary, 7400 Military, Omaha, Nebraska, 68135. Share your thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com.
ROTHENHAUSER BRIAN D ROTHENHAUSER BRIAN ROTHENHAUSER Age 34 of Warren. Loving husband of Robin, Beloved son of Glenn and Karen. Dear son-in-law of Sonny and Joanne Crisan. Dear brother of Jennifer (Mac) McClanahan, Lauren (Mark Winbigler), Erik (Jill Schuster); brother-in-law of Brian Crisan and Brandi (Justin Czenkus) Crisan. Grandson of Ralph (the late Joyce) and Barbara (the late Thomas) Anderson. Great-grandson of Dorothy Potter. Viewing Friday 3 - 9 pm, Saturday 12 - 9 pm Sunday 2 until time of service 3 pm at Lyle Elliott Funeral Home, 31730 Mound Rd. (at Chicago Rd.), Warren.
ROTHERMAL SOPHIA ROTHERMAL Age 79 of Wyandotte, February 27, 2009. Dearest wife of Edward. Loving mother of Brian (Charlotte) Rothermal, Cheryl (Pat) Dolan, Suzanne Meyers and LouAnn (Robert) Scott. Dear sister of Michael and Alex Manchizh and Mary Widenhofer. Grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of three. Visitation Saturday 4-8pm and Sunday 1-8pm at R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle, Wyandotte, MI 48192. Funeral Monday 10am in state until time of service at 11am at Immanuel Lutheran Church 17125 Fordline, Riverview, MI 48193.
ROUPE DARRELL N ROUPE DARRELL ROUPE POP ROUPE Age 81 of Wyandotte. March 2, 2009. Loving husband of Shirley. Dearest bather of Brenda (Danny) Coffey and the late Darrell "Skip" Roupe, Jr. Dear brother of Delaine, Bobby, and Bill Roupe. Proud grandfather of Danny (Jolanta), Jeffrey (Marie), and Amanda Coffey; and Jessica, Andrew, Kyle, and Kenny Roupe. Great grandfather of Angelina and Jeffrey. Visitation Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Services Thursday 11 a.m. at R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle Ave. Wyandotte (734) 284-1600 followed by military honors by the Wyandotte Veterans Honor Guard. Burial at Michigan Memorial Park, Flat Rock. Online obituary at www.nixonfuneralhome.com
ROUSSEAU ROBERT L ROUSSEAU ROBERT ROUSSEAU passed on to eternal life on Sunday, February 15, 2009. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2009 at St. Clare of Montefalco Parish, 1401 Whittier Rd., Grosse Pointe. A family visitation beginning at 10AM will precede the memorial service at 11AM. Memorial contributions to St. Clare Parish or Little Traverse Conservancy, 3264 Powell Rd., Harbor Springs, MI 49740.
ROZYCKI CASIMIR B ROZYCKI CASIMIR ROZYCKI Age 86 of Dearborn Heights. March 14, 2009. Beloved husband of Stella. Loving father of Robert C. (Joann), Patricia R. (the late Robyn) Blackmore, and James C. (Laura). Dearest grandfather of Dena, Jennifer, Kristin, Kara, Rachael, Samantha, Jillian, and Alyssa. Also survived by five great-grandchildren. Visitation Monday, March 16, 2009 from 2-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd., (313) 278-5100. Rosary Monday 7:30 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, March 17, 2009, in state 9 a.m. with a 10 a.m. Mass at St. Anselm Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Orchard Lake Schools, 3535 Indian Trail, Orchard Lake, MI 48324. Visit our online guestbook and share memories at www.voranfuneralhome.com
RUCKLE LAURA ANN RUCKLE LAURA RUCKLE March 28, 2009 Age 38. Dear daughter of William and Kay. Sister of Thomas and Amy. Granddaughter of June List. Aunt of "Jack". Niece of Mary Jane Cole (Blair) and Jim Ruckle (Carol). Cousin of Wyatt and Emily Cole. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile), Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral service Thursday, 11 a.m. at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 1800 W. Maple Rd., Birmingham. Visitation begins at church 10:30 a.m. Memorial tributes to Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Sacred Space Fund. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
RUSKOVIC MARY ANNE RUSKOVIC MARY RUSKOVIC Age 87, February 26, 2009. Beloved aunt of Richard Green of Lansing and Kathleen Krudwig of Jackson. Dear sister of the late Irma M. Green of Lansing. in state Friday 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at St. Valentine Catholic Church, Redford Twp. Visit Thursday 1 - 8 p.m. at the Fisher Funeral Home, 24501 Five Mile (between Beech Daly and Telegraph) Redford Twp. (313) 535-3030.
RUTALLIE THOMAS RUTALLIE March 6, 2009. Age 82 Beloved husband of 61 years of Genevieve "Dolly". Dear father of Jerome (Mary), Virginia "Gini" (Dan) Brodzik, Steven (Debbie), Teresa (Kirk) Aichinger and Patrice Abraham. Loving grandfather of 13 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Dear brother of William. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. and Monday 4-9 p.m. with a Rosary Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (West of Hoover), Warren. Instate Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. Theresa of Avila Church (St. Dorothy Campus), 12255 Frazho Rd (East of Hoover), Warren. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
RUTH EARL JOSEPH RUTH EARL RUTH 75, of Mio, Michigan died March 19th, 2009. A Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church, in Mio, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24th. Donations to the Special Olympics. Lashley Funeral Home, Inc., Mio, MI.
RUTKOWSKI STANLEY RUTKOWSKI Beloved husband of Tamara Rutkowski. Dear father of Kevin (life partner Will Cowden) Rutkowski and Mark Rutkowski. Cherished son-in-law of Fay Jezioro, and the late David Jezioro. Brother of the late Barbara Gantos. Brother-in-law of Lola (Allan) Rubens. Uncle of Matthew Rubens and Daniel Rubens. SERVICES 3:00 PM SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com
RYAN DOROTHY A RYAN DOROTHY RYAN March 4, 2009, age 89. Beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Dear mother of John, Sharron (Raymond) Okdie, Darlene (Patrick) Hennessy, Kevin (Sherry) and Kristi (Thomas) Tunney. 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel), 36100 Five Mile (one mile W. of Farmington Rd.) Saturday 2:00 p.m. Visitation Friday 4:00-9:00 p.m.
RYBERG LOUISE MANN RYBERG LOUISE RYBERG Age 109, of Troy, March 15, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Paul Ryberg sharing 65 years. She was the oldest of her seven siblings. Loving mother of Marian Ryberg Krasa. Cherished by her grandchildren; Bob Krasa, Jan Krasa Thorson, and Ron Krasa, great grandchildren; Rob, Kristy, Jill, Holly, Brian, and Kate, as well as great great grandchildren; Nora, Caroline, Blake, Jack, Regan, Will, and Jane. Funeral 11:00 a.m. Friday at the Gramer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main St. (3 Blocks N. of 14 Mile Rd.) in Clawson. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials to Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Clawson, Prince of Glory Lutheran Church in Madison Heights, or Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Rose City. Share online condolences with the family, visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com
RYCKMAN RITA M RYCKMAN RITA RYCKMAN Age 92. March 6, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Russell. Loving mother of David Ryckman. Dearest grandmother of Dawn, Eric, Andrea and Neil. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd. 313-928-2300. Funeral service Tuesday, 12 Noon from the funeral home. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Obituary/ Guestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com
RYDER RAYMOND D RYDER RAYMOND RYDER Age 82, of Royal Oak died March 8, 2009. He was born July 30, 1926 in Detroit to Walter and Karen Ryder. Mr. Ryder operated the stamp and coin section at the Models Hobby Shop in Ferndale from 1960 until 1985 when he opened Ryder Hobbies in Royal Oak, which he operated with his son until 2004. He also served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Surviving are his son, Jeffrey D. (Kathy Fisher) Ryder of Royal Oak and many friends. He was predeceased by his former wife, Barbara J. Ryder, in 2002. Visitation Wednesday 3-8 p.m. Service Thursday 11 a.m. at the Kinsey-Garrett Funeral Home, 420 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak. Burial, White Chapel, Troy. Memorials suggested to a charity of your choice. www.kinsey-garrett.com
RYKOWSKI FATHER VALERIAN RYKOWSKI FATHER RYKOWSKI Was ordained in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, Wisconsin on March 20, 1943 where he served until his retirement in 2000. With permission from his bishop, Father was allowed to retire in the Detroit area. He assisted at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Parish, Sterling Heights, as Senior Priest since 2001. Father Val is survived by his brother, Father Jerome A. Rykowski and his sister, Betty Irany; nieces, Kathy, Margaret, Valerie Rykowski; nephews David Irany; and his spiritual family. Visitation will be held at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Slovak Catholic Church, 41233 Ryan Rd., Sterling Heights, MI (Ryan Rd., N. of 18 Mile Rd.) on Monday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service. On Wednesday, March 11, Fr. Val will lie in state from 10 a.m. until the celebration of his Funeral Holy Mass at 12 noon. For further information, please call E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc. at 586-997-3838. In lieu of flowers, please make donations for Mass Offerings or to The Trinitarians of Mary, c/o Mother Lily/Sr. Ines, 62 Marble Rd., Lowell, MI 49331.
RYPKOWSKI GRACE A RYPKOWSKI GRACE RYPKOWSKI March 10, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Isidore. Loving mother of Connie (Ken) Miller, Margaret (Edmond) Robert, John (Joann) and the late Dorothy Szczepanski. Dear sister of the late Delores Leach. Proud grandmother of 8 and great-grandma of four. Visitation Thursday 7-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd. (btwn Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. Rosary Thursday 8 p.m. In state Friday 10 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. funeral mass at St. John Neumann Church, 44800 Warren Road (West of Sheldon), Canton. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. To leave a message of condolence, please visit: vermeulenfuneralhome.com
RYZINSKI GENEVIEVE P RYZINSKI GENEVIEVE RYZINSKI March 21, 2009. Age 91. Beloved daughter of the late Leo and Mary Ryzinski. Dear sister of Wanda Puchala. Loving aunt of Lawrence Puchala and Karen (Robert) Agacinski. In State Wednesday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church. Arrangements entrusted to the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12½ Mile Road) in Warren. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com
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