BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
March 2009
LAST NAME "W"
WAGERSON GRAY C WAGERSON GRAY WAGERSON Of Bonita Springs, Florida and Rapid City, MI, died on March 2, 2009 after living with ovarian cancer for over nine years. Mrs. Wagerson was born on the southwest shore of Torch Lake in northern Michigan on January 3, 1928 to Alex and Maxine Campbell. Mrs. Wagerson is survived by her daughters Deborah (Charles) Grombala of Saugatuck, MI; Cindy (Jim) Pixley of Traverse City, MI; and Susan (Greg) Payne of Rochester Hills, MI. She is also survived by grandchildren Khaki and Elizabeth Pixley, and Andrew, Rebecca and Joseph Payne, her stepmother Vera Campbell of Rapid City, MI; nephew John Rogalski and niece Valerie Rogalski.
WAITKINS ALFREDA A WAITKINS ALFREDA WAITKINS Age 84, March 24, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Andrew J. Dear mother of Allen (Arlene) Waitkins and Laurie (Mike) Stefanovski. Loving grandmother of Michael, Ryan, Jessica, Andrew, Joey and A.J. Visitation Saturday 12 p.m. until 4 p.m., the time of the funeral service at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Inurnment Clinton Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Hospice. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com
WAITKUS LILLIAN M WAITKUS LILLIAN WAITKUS Age 92, died March 7, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Casimir. Dear mother of Donald (Linda) and the late Gerald. Sister of Virginia Jablonowski. Also survived by grandchildren; Jay and Michelle, and great-granddaughter, Samantha. Commital service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 11 at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Detroit. Arrangements were entrusted to D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12½ Mile) in Warren. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com
WALCZAK WALTER L WALCZAK WALTER WALCZAK February 22, 2009. Age 81. Beloved husband of Polly. Also survived by children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and a sister. Funeral arrangements by Ford Funeral Home (586)754-2464.
WALKER ALICE E WALKER ALICE WALKER Age 73, formerly of Clawson, March 10, 2009. Wife of the late Allen. Mother of Timothy (Dawn) Walker, Wendy (Billy) Bowen, Sherri (Rev. Bruce) McCormick and Todd (Erika) Walker. Daughter of Emma Haley Ennest. Also survived by nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Memorial Service 11 a.m. today (Saturday) at First Baptist Church of Rochester, 6377 Orion Road in Rochester Hills. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
WALKER GLEN WALKER Age 78, died Sunday, March 8, 2009, surrounded by family in his home in Grand Blanc, after a courageous 12-year battle with leukemia. Glen was born on July 14, 1930 to Monie Calvin and Cora Mae Walker in Macbeth, West Virginia. Mr. Walker attended Rets Electronics School and God's Bible School; in Cincinnati, Ohio. In 1953, he moved his family to the Detroit area, where he worked at Ford Motor Company for 41 years as a Pyrometer Skilled Tradesman. A devoted Christian, he had a great passion for touching souls with gospel music. He organized and sang in several quartets that spread their ministries in nursing homes and prisons, as well as churches. He also served as Minister of Music at several churches. A gifted athlete, Mr. Walker took great joy in coaching his sons and granddaughter in Little League baseball. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Juanita June; children, Rebecca (Roger) Royer, Charles (Shirley) Walker and Randy (Linda) Walker; four grandchildren, Clayton (Sherri), Steven (Andrea), Julie and Brian; as well as six great-grandchildren, Jared, Anthony, Alexis, Sophia, Kaylee and Anderson. He was preceded in death by his sons, Timothy W. Walker and Glen E. Walker, II. A viewing will be 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Mr. Walker will lie-in-state from 10a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, March, 11, 2009 at Fairhaven Baptist Church, 34850 Marquette St., Westland. A Memorial Service will be held at 12:30 p.m., Dr. Carl Petty, Reverend Dan Louman and Reverend Bob McDonald co-officiating. Mr. Walker will also have services and burial in Madison, West Virginia. Anyone interested in attending is asked to contact the family. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
WALKOWSKI BEATRICE M WALKOWSKI BEATRICE WALKOWSKI BEATRICE PERUSKI WALKOWSKI (nee Peruski) March 15, 2009. Age 83. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence. Loving mother of Shirley Kaczorowski (Ron Ruckdeschel). Proud and loving grandmother of Jeffrey Kaczorowski. Loving sister of Theresa (Ted) Oparka, Bob Peruski, Jack (Shirley) Peruski, Ron (Anna) Peruski and the late Catherine Messing, Ray Peruski and Jean DeCaluwe. Dear sister in law of Arthur, Walter and Raymond (Halina) Walkowski. Mrs. Walkowski was born in Minden City, MI and lived 57 years in Roseville. She retired from Crowleys Department Store and was also a former employee of Nicholson File. Beatrice was proud to be a member of the Senior High Steppers of Roseville, the VFW Post 9428 Ladies Auxiliary, the Roseville Big Club and a very active member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church. Visitation Wednesday 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 Thursday 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Mass at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 24800 Phlox (S. of 10 Mile Rd., between Hayes and Gratiot). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com
WALRAD PHYLLIS A WALRAD PHYLLIS WALRAD Age 77, March 18, 2009. Friend of Janet Fortney. Sister of Ann (Ed) Anthony, and the late Terry Terbrueggen. Also survived by Mary Terbrueggen and many nieces and nephews. Phyllis was a retired professor at Macomb Community College. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Michigan Humane Society. Visitation Sunday 2-6 p.m. at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile). Funeral Monday 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment Roseland Park Cemetery. Share a memory at bcfh.com
WALT ALAN WALT 80; Husband, Father, Lawyer, Labor Arbitrator. Alan Walt, of West Bloomfield, born June 13, 1928 in Detroit, passed away in Sarasota, FL on March 22, 2009. He is survived by wife Arlene, daughter Adrienne, son Robert, and is predeceased by beautiful daughter, Julie. Mr. Walt was a successful labor arbitrator, deciding thousands of disputes involving a wide range of union, public, and private sector organizations. Previously, he practiced law in the firm bearing his own name, was City Attorney of Livonia, and was an Assistant Prosecutor for Wayne County. Mr. Walt earned B.A. and J.D. degrees from Wayne State University and was member of the Michigan Bar. He was commissioned as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army and served in the Judge Advocate General Corps. Alan Walt was a generous and devoted husband, father, father-in-law, and friend, a patron of the arts, and an individual who was committed to and maintained the highest standards of personal and professional integrity. He was deeply loved and will be terribly missed. Donations may be made in Mr. Walt's memory to Gilda's Club Metro Detroit (http://www.gildasclubdetroit.org).
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WALTER STAN WALTER of Waterford, formerly of Holly; March 27, 2009; age 68.
Husband of Carol; father of Lisa Lotridge and Stan Walter both of Holly;
step-father of Toni Deal, Tom (Holly) Witherow, Tim (Paula) Witherow and
Tina (Mark) Krumrie; grandfather of 25; great grandfather of 13; brother of
John (Judie) Walter of AZ; preceded in death by his son Tony and daughter
Cheryl. Stan retired from Sears and formerly owned Tricity TV, Holly.
Funeral Service Wednesday 10 a.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home,
Clarkston where friends may visit Tuesday 3 to 8 p.m. Interment Ottawa Park
Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Trailsedge Camp. Online guestbook
www.wintfuneralhome.com
WALTER THOMAS
J WALTER THOMAS WALTER February 23, 2009, age 58. Beloved son of Mary
(Walter) Eagle and the late Albert G. Walter. Dear brother of Bette (Fred)
Knapp, Bert (Joan) Walter and Mary (Phil) Abate. Also survived by many other
family members. Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, March 28 at 9:30 a.m.
at St. Michael Church, 40501 Hayes (between 17 and 18 Mile Rds.), Sterling
Heights.
WALTERS SVEA GUNHILD WALTERS SVEA WALTERS Age 76. March 19, 2009. Devoted wife of the late Joseph "Pat". Dearest mother of Kathleen, Judith, Patricia (Gene), Joseph, William and Colleen. Dear grandmother of six and great grandmother of twelve. Loving sister of Mary Hames. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Funeral Service Tuesday 10:00 a.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road. Visitation Sunday, 3-9 p.m. and Monday, 12-9 p.m. Interment at St. Hedwig Cemetery, Dearborn Heights. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Hospice of Michigan. www.howepeterson.com
WARD GERTRUDE PAULINE WARD GERTRUDE WARD of Pontiac; March 29, 2009; at 91 years of age. Wife of the late Roy; loving mother of James (Teresa) Ward, Ronald (Linda) Ward, Susan (Dan) Hall and Cynthia (David) Williams; Pauline was one of 16 children; also survived by 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Pauline was a member of Shenikah Temple. She retired from Clinton Valley Hospital in 1976. Funeral Service Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 1 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Interment following at White Chapel Cemetery in Troy. Family will receive friends Wednesday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.
WARREN CAROL LYNNE OLIVER WARREN CAROL OLIVER WARREN CAROL LYNNE WARREN CAROL WARREN (NEE OLIVER) Age 42 of West Bloomfield, formerly of Milford, suddenly, March 9, 2009. Survived by her beloved husband, Glenn; loving parents, Harold and Helen Oliver; dear brothers, Harold (JoAnne), Rodney (Ruth), Michael (Kristen) and twin sister, Cheryle (Michael) Shamo. Mrs. Warren is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, 404 East Liberty, Milford, Saturday 12 p.m. Rev. Frank Pies, Jr., Rev. Christopher I. Thoma to officiate. Friends may visit Friday 3-9 p.m. For further information please call 248.684.6645 or www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
WARREN MARILYN RUTH COHN WARREN MARILYN COHN WARREN MARILYN WARREN Age 82 of Acton, formerly of Leominster, Detroit and Syracuse. Sunday, March 1, 2009. Beloved wife of George A. Warren of Acton. Devoted mother of Martha Warren and her husband Peter Clark of Boxborough and Edward Warren of Maynard. Loving grandmother of David and Michael Clark. Sister of Gerald H. Cohn, MD and the late Naomi K.Cohn and Sanford Cohn. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Memorial Observance was held on Thursday, March 5 at The Inn at Robbins Brook, 10 Devon Drive, Acton, MA. Gifts in her name may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc., P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22313 or Emerson Hospital, 133 ORNAC, Concord, MA 01742. For online guestbook visit: www.concordfuneral.com
WARREN MILDRED L WARREN MILDRED WARREN Age 93. Died peacefully March 11, 2009 in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI. Beloved wife of the late William J. Warren. Dear mother of Ann (Michael) MacDonald, Jane (Allan) Spaulding and William (Christine). Loving grandmother of Katie, John, Bradley, Geoff, Jason, Anne Marie and Kristina. Great grandmother of five. Aunt of Mary Westerhof and David Smith. A memorial service will be held 12:00 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 2009 at St. Paul on the Lake Church, 157 Lakeshore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms, 48236. Memorial contributions may be made to Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption, 18519 Mack Ave. Detroit, MI 48236. ahpeters.com
WATCH EARL J WATCH EARL WATCH Age 90 of Royal Oak, died February 17, 2009. He was born on January 19, 1919 to Lillian and Earl Watch. Dr. Watch practiced dentistry in Royal Oak for thirty-seven years. Surviving are his wife, Alice; children, Elizabeth (Jerry) Dewey, James (Susan), William (Teryl) and Thomas (Laurel) Watch; and eight grandchildren. Memorial Service 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 21 at the First Congregational Church, (Crooks at Webster), Royal Oak. Memorials suggested to the Royal Oak Musicale Student Aid Fund, c/o Violet Daniel, 23535 Noel Dr., Southfield, MI 48075-7705. www.kinsey-garrett.com
WATSON AMY J WATSON AMY WATSON Age 88. Loving mother of Vilma Barber, Gail (Robert) Clor, and Vicki (Richard) Potter. Proud grandmother of eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life visitation at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (3 Blks. E. of Van Dyke) Utica, Tuesday 1-8 p.m. and Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of Services 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Family request donations to the Utica Community Schools Foundation of Excellence or Alzheimers Association. Please share a memory www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
WATSON ELAINE A WATSON ELAINE WATSON March 17, 2009. Age 84. Beloved wife of the late William "Bob". Dear mother of Nancy (Michael) Emond, Catherine (Carl) Simmons, Peter (Vicki), Daniel (Michele) and Robert (Mary). Proud grandmother of 18. great grandmother of 11. Also remembered by her sister Bernice Bilbrey. Funeral Saturday 11:00 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. Entombment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Tributes to the American Cancer Society are welcome. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com
WATSON HARRY W WATSON HARRY WATSON Age 70 of Novi, passed away March 21, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father of Jeffrey (Julie) and Brian (Moira). Dear brother of Doug (Jane). Adored grandfather of Sarah, Nathan, Emily, and Tyler. Visitation Wednesday 4-8 p.m. at Casterline Funeral Home, Inc. 122 W. Dunlap, Northville. Contributions to the American Heart Assoc., 3816 Paysphere Cr., Chicago, IL 60674 appreciated.
WATSON THOMAS B WATSON THOMAS WATSON age 73; of Oxford; went to be with the Lord on March 27, 2009. Survived by his wife, Carol of 38 years; son, Joshua; and daughter, Chiya. Preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters. Tom is also survived by his sister-in-laws, Maxine Watson, Mary Martin, Yvonne Dennis and Patricia (Jack) Boothe; as well as many nieces and nephews including great and great greats. He will be sadly missed by all of his close friends and caregivers who were devoted to him. Mr. Watson retired in 1992 from Oakland County s Water Dept. He was a member of Mt. Zion Temple, First Church of Worship & Praise and currently at Lake Orion Church of God. Funeral Service Wednesday, April 1, 2009, 11 a.m. at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion with Pastor Ronald Finger officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday, 2 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment Christian Memorial Cemetery. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
WATTERS GEORGE POLLARD WATTERS GEORGE WATTERS Age 92, March 10, 2009. Beloved husband of Virginia. Loving father of Ronald Edd (Linda). Grandfather of Robert Trimble and Ronald George Watters. Great-grandfather of Symone and Robyn Trimble. Brother of Andrew J. Watters. Visitation O.H.Pye Funeral Home, 17600 Plymouth Road, Friday 4-8 p.m. Family hour Saturday 10:30 a.m. Funeral immediately following at 11 a.m. Friendship Baptist Church, 3900 Beaubien, Detroit. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.pyefuneralhome.com.
WATTS DAVID JOSEPH WATTS DAVID WATTS February 27, 2009. Beloved husband of Joanne G. Loving father of Michael (Merry), Charles and the late Bryant. Dear son of Harriette and the late Charles Watts. Brother of Judy (Ron) Menig, Donald (Sue) and the late Charles. Brother-in-law of Gary (Pam) Lyle. Grandfather of Danny, Tammy, David and Beau. The family has entrusted care and services to the L. J. Griffin Funeral Home. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at: griffinfuneralhome.com
WEBB LARRIE M WEBB LARRIE WEBB February 28, 2009, age 51. Beloved husband of Diane. Loving father of Vince. Dear son of Larrie E. and Darleene Webb. Dear brother of Karen (Jeff) Moore. Funeral Service Tuesday 11:00 a.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 49150 Schoenherr Road (north of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. Visitation Monday 1-9 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
WEBBER CLARA HELEN WEBBER CLARA WEBBER Age 81 of Roseville, died March 24, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Golaszewski and the late Donald L. Webber. Loving mother of Marlene (Michael) Koreck and Susan Gray. Stepmother of Cheryl S. Holzen, Guy A. (Carrie J.) Webber and Shawn M. Webber. She is also survived by grandchildren Marcy, Jeffrey, and Andrea; 10 step-grandchildren; great grandchildren Melinda, Dylan, and Evan; and sister Gertrude Madin. She enjoyed traveling and listening to songs by Frank Sinatra. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 11 a.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. at the Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R Rd, Madison Heights. Online condolences: www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com
WEBSTER CLYDE I WEBSTER CLYDE WEBSTER 91, March 10, 2009. Retired from the Detroit Police Department. Clyde is survived by his wife, Juanita Webster: daughters Patricia Davidson, Jacqueline Stone and sister Marjorie Morris.
WEIDMAN JOSEPH E WEIDMAN JOSEPH WEIDMAN March 20, 2009. Beloved husband of Tami. Loving father of Courtney Jane and Conner Joseph. Dear son of Leona and brother of Jene (Steve) Morche. He will be missed by many friends and relatives, especially the many nieces and nephews, who loved their caring and fun loving Uncle Joe. Resting at L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.), Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Instate Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 27101 W. Chicago (at Inkster) until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at: griffinfuneralhome.com
WEISMAN S MILLER WEISMAN S WEISMAN Age 86, March 3, 2009. Beloved husband of Ann. Dear father of Carol (Jim) Blann, Patricia (John) Golin, Marnie (Andy) Marks and the late Steve Weisman. Loving brother of Nancy Weingarten. Step-father of Susan Bellinson, Thomas Bellinson and Jim Bellinson. Grandfather of Emily Cintron, Molly Blann, Karey (Jesse) Bacon, Hannah (Zack) Kon, Seth (Andrea) Golin, Josh (Typhaine) Marks, Daniel Marks, Sarah Marks, Danielle (Mark) Kohut, Alaina Weisman, and Katharine Weisman. Step-grandfather of Adam Bellinson, Alex Bellinson, Leah Weber, Aron Weber, Cooper Bellinson, Nicholas Bellinson and Dara Bellinson. Great-grandfather of Ariella, Ronia and Kylie. Dear uncle of Ann (Jerome) Rock and James Weingarten. A memorial service will be held at The Village Players, 34660 Woodward Avenue, Birmingham, Saturday, March 14th, at 11 am. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com
WEISS ELENA WEISS Beloved wife of the late Emerich. Dear mother of Dr. George Weiss. Loving grandmother of Danielle and Dylan Weiss. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services Thursday 1:00 p.m. at THE HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, (248)543-1622. Interment at Oakview Cemetery.
WEISS EMORY ENOCH WEISS EMORY WEISS Age 92 of Clinton Township, passed away Friday, March 27. 2009 in Brighton, MI. He was born January 6, 1917 in Mt. Clemens. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Elizabeth (Clarke) Weiss. Mr. Weiss, a violinist who studied at the Ganapol School of Musical Art in Detroit, MI, was a violin teacher who played in community orchestras and local churches for many years. He married Frances E. Couillard, who was also a graduate of the Ganapol School, in 1940; Frances pre-deceased him in 1980. He is survived by their children, Rosemary E. Gould, Peter E. Weiss, John C. Weiss and Barbara L. Tutt; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. During his lifetime, Emory lived in Detroit, Cheboygan and Mt. Clemens. His Cheboygan home on Lake Huron, with a view of the Mackinac Bridge, was a source of great joy to him. A celebration of Emory's life will be held Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 57 Southbound Gratiot Ave., Mt. Clemens, MI 48043 where the family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. A private Memorial Service is being planned by his children and will be scheduled at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800). Please visit the family's online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com
WEITZMAN BERNADINE WEITZMAN Age 94, Beloved wife of the late Ned Weitzman. Dear mother of Sherrie (Frank Lamarra) Weitzman. Also survived by loving nieces, nephews, devoted care givers and a brother and sister. GRAVESIDE SERVICES 2:30 P.M. FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT B'NAI ISRAEL CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com.
WELCH DENNIS J WELCH DENNIS WELCH MUGGSY WELCH 50, March 3, 2009. Retired Hazel Park Police Dept. Dear husband of Sherry. Dear father of Daniel (Nicki). Dear brother of Michael (Judy) and the late James. Son of the late Leo and Mary. Visitation Friday 2 p.m. until time of Service at 7:30 p.m. at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Rd., New Baltimore. Memorials may be made to American Red Cross or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
WELFARE ERWIN J WELFARE ERWIN WELFARE age 94; of Walled Lake; died March 21, 2009. Loving husband of the late Elizabeth; dear father of Richard (Lynn) Welfare of Waterford, Betty (Daniel) Booth of Walled Lake; dear grandfather of Yvette (Rick) Comerford, Robert (Kathie) Welfare, Tina (Paul) Sherman, Angela Booth and the late Corry Booth; great grandfather of five; loving brother of Eileen Rickard and the late Izetta Campbell; also survived by nieces, nephews, and many other loving and caring friends. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 N. Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. South of Maple Rd) Wednesday 11 a.m. Friends may visit Monday 3 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday 1 to 9 p.m. Interment at Wixom Cemetery. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com
WELDON ALBERT L WELDON ALBERT WELDON Of Grand Blanc, age 94, died Friday, March 6, 2009 at Clare Bridge of Grand Blanc. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Saturday and 1-8 p.m. Sunday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Rosary will be prayed at 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Family and friends will gather at Holy Family Catholic Church, 11824 South Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc on Monday, March 9, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass at 12 noon, Father Ken Coughlin officiating. Entombment at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to Alzheimer's Association or Hospice Advantage. Albert was born in Young, Saskatchewan, Canada on December 23, 1914. He married Marge O'Halloran on June 15, 1942 in Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Grand Blanc Senior Citizens and the UAW Local #1292. He enjoyed word search puzzles, working in the yard, driving in the country, and visiting with family and friends, along with playing the fiddle and harmonica, his wife also played the guitar and sang in a band with him. Mr. Weldon was a Job Setter at Chevrolet Spring and Bumper in Livonia for 26 years, retiring in 1980. Before his career at GM he was a farmer, lumberjack, and miner. Surviving are son, Larry and wife Angie; daughter, Terry and husband Phil Peterson; five grandsons, Chris and wife Lynn, Martin and wife Sue, Ken and wife Lindi, John and wife Lori, and Danny; 11 great-grandchildren, Amanda, Taylor, John, Nathan, Lexi, Katey, Tiffany, Trevor, Misty, Jennifer, and Brandon; three great-great-grandchildren, Andy, Parker, and Autumn; many nieces and nephews. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com.
WELLMAN LEONA M WELLMAN LEONA WELLMAN Age 87, March 13, 2009. Wife of the late Carleton Wellman. Mother of Wayne St. Pierre. Grandmother of Renee` Darbyshire, Lorie VanGuilder, and Danielle St. Pierre. Also survived by eight great-grandchildren and her dear friends. Private services will take place. Arrangements entrusted to Gramer Funeral Home in Clawson. www.gramerfuneralhome.com
WENTA CHARLOTTE WENTA Age 91, March 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Michael. Dear mother of Gerald (Sherry) and the late Carolyn. Loving grandmother of Lesa DeSantis, Laura Kahn, Brian DeSantis, Jennifer Preston, Dana Strickland and the late Gregory DeSantis. Great-grandmother of six. Visitation Monday 4-9pm and Tuesday 12-4 and 5-9pm with a 7pm Rosary at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Wednesday 9:00am until 9:30am Mass at St. Mel Catholic Church, 7506 Inkster Road (just north of Warren).
WESTLAKE DOROTHY P WESTLAKE DOROTHY WESTLAKE age 70; of White Lake; March 8, 2009. Beloved wife of Raymond Westlake; dear mother of William (Kelly) Stiles, Michael Stiles, Richard (Carol) Westlake, Karen Schrock and Ruth (Chuck) Lemay, the late Deandra (Tony) Lemay; proud grandmother of 19 and great grandmother of 5. Funeral Services 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2009 at the Union Lake Chapel of Elton Black and Son Funeral Home. The family will welcome friends 11 a.m. until time of service. Memorials suggested to Karamanos Cancer Institute. Visit www.mem.com
WHIPSTOCK ANTHONY WHIPSTOCK Age 97, March 26, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Bertha. Dear father of Dennis (Susan), the late Russell Whipstock and Shirley Silvis. Grandfather of four. Great-grandfather of four. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. Funeral service Saturday 11:30 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill).
WHITE DENIS P WHITE DENIS WHITE Age 56, suddenly. Husband of Linda White. Son of Bernard and the late Helen White. Brother of Denise Ann Molof, of Austin, Texas, Madeleine Louise Pantoni, of Sarasota, Florida, Sue Ann White of Atlanta, Georgia and the late Mary Maureen Skusa. Father of Kimberly Alcantara and Brian White. Employed as a Technical Advisor Hot Repair Specialist for P T Mulia Glass in Indonesia and previously Guardian Glass. A U.S. Army Veteran. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday March 14, 11 a.m. at Church of the Divine Child, Dearborn.
WHITE MARY MARGARET WHITE MARY WHITE Age 94, February 25, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Malcolm. Loving mother of Kristin (Marc) Madden. Dear grandmother of Nicholas. Memorial service Friday 1 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills. Memorial gathering Thursday 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Lymphoma Society. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
WIARD ANITA JUNE WIARD ANITA WIARD Age 99, March 21, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Judith (Edward) Bachle and the late Susan Zielinski. Loving grandmother of Elizabeth (John) Douglass, Stephen (Jill) Bachle, Ann (Jim) Early, Mark (Karey) Bachle, Lynn (Tom) Longanbach, Christopher Zielinski, Susan (Kent) Kennedy, Judy (Dan) Husak and Anita (Irwin) Van Schaik Martinet. Great-grandmother of eleven. Sister of the late Helen Askew. Memorial Mass 9:30 a.m. on April 2nd at St. Rene Church, 35955 Ryan Road, Sterling Heights. Memorials to St. Rene Church or Seasons Hospice - www.seasons.org
WICHA WALDEMAR H WICHA WALDEMAR WICHA Age 69, March 5, 2009 of Fraser. Beloved husband of Angie. Dear father of Julie (Matt) Evans. Loving grandfather of Angelina. Dear brother of Edie Schiemann. Funeral Service 11 a.m. Monday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., Utica. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Sunday. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Memorials suggested to The Wishes of the Family. Please share a memory at: www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
WIGNER GORDON D WIGNER GORDON WIGNER age 53; of Wixom; died March 1, 2009. Beloved husband of Genevieve; loving father of Scott (Dawn), Shelly (Rob) Wigner Dwyer, Robbie, Daniel (Jackie) Wendel, Edward Pattison and James Pattison; Papa of Sydney, Parker, Ivy, Jasmine, Myah, Genevieve and Drew; beloved son of Max and Margaret Wigner; dear brother of Greg, Geoff, Karen, Karla and Kari. Funeral Mass from St. William Catholic Church, Walled Lake Wednesday, 10 a.m. Friends may visit at the church from 9:30 a.m. until time of service. For more information please call Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Walled Lake. Condolences at www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
WILBURN ELIZABETH WILBURN Age 85 of Taylor. March 14, 2009. Loving wife of the late Albert. Beloved mother of Patricia (Ernest) Miller, Sue (John) Vagonis, Sonny (Patsy), Elaine (David) Manders, and Timothy. Dear sister of Myrtle Prater, Billye Jean Sowders, and Barbara Browning. Also survived by nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren with two on the way. Visitation Monday March 16, 2009 from 1 to 9 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23750 Goddard Rd. (313) 291-1800. Viewing Tuesday 10:00 a.m. with an 11:00 a.m. Service to follow at the Wick Road Baptist Church in Taylor. Interment Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery. Obituary/Guest Book at www.voranfuneralhome.com
WILEY DOUGLAS EDWARD WILEY DOUGLAS WILEY Age 50, March 4, 2009. Beloved husband of Kathy. Dearest father of Nathan, Craig and Keith. Dear son of Dorothy and the late Edward. Dear brother of the late Susan. Friends may visit at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., Berkley (2 blks W. of Woodward), for a family gathering Thursday 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to the American Heart Assoc.
WILK HENRY A WILK HENRY WILK WWIIMarine Veteran. Age 87. February 26, 2009 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved husband of Florence. Loving father of Rick (Sandy) Wilk, Tina Marinucci and Anne-Marie Wilk. Dear brother of Cass (Henrietta) Wilk and Helen Wilk. Preceded in death by grandson Steven. Survived by grandchildren Jeff, Jill (Don), Mike, Lisa, Jessica, Kelly and great-granddaughter Heidi. Visitation at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home, Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service Monday, March 2, 2009 At Our Lady Of Grace Church. In state 10:30 a.m. until time of mass at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street Detroit, Michigan 48207. Obituary/Guestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com
WILKIE BERNICE GLADYS WILKIE BERNICE WILKIE Age 94, March 16, 2009. Wife of the late Hinton "Ted". Loving mother of Glen (Penny), James (Marium) and Judy (Randy) Church. Dear grandmother of 10 and great grandmother of 15. Sister of Betty Hackett and aunt to Mary Shaw. Visitation today, Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and funeral service 11 a.m. Thursday at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Rd., Redford. Burial at Parkview Memorial, Livonia. Contributions may be made to Angela Hospice in her honor.
WILKINSON SHIRLEY M WILKINSON SHIRLEY WILKINSON Age 84 of Sterling Heights, formerly of Ferndale, passed away on March 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Gerard S. Loving mother of Carol (Stanley) Stryjecki , Gerard (Rosemary) Wilkinson, Wendy (Ed) Ely, and Mary Lou (Bruce) Adams. Dear grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral Service, 11 a.m. Monday at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 blks. W of Woodward), Berkley. Burial, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials, Beaumont Hospice. Share your memories at www.sawyerfuller.com
WILLARD THOMAS R WILLARD THOMAS WILLARD Age 84, March 3, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Martha. Dear father of Marion (William) Anderson, Timothy (Denise) Willard, Teri (Steve) Portz and Julie (William Stine) Willard. Loving grandfather of Timothy Robert Willard, Dana (Chris) Collins, Joshua Portz and Leigha (Ryan) Ruffin. Great-grandfather of Chris, Brianna and Brody Collins. Brother of Myron (Karen) Willard and Violet LaLone. Brother-in-law of Norma (the late Emerson) Willard and Shirley (the late Bruce) Willard. Funeral at Community of Christ Church, 3830 Crooks Road, Troy, Monday 10am Friends may visit at church beginning at 9:30am. Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Saturday 5-8pm and Sunday 2-8pm. Memorials appreciated to Community of Christ Church. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com
WILLIAMS DEWEY W WILLIAMS DEWEY March WILLIAMS DEWEY W 19, 2009. Beloved husband of Lillian. Dear father of Karen Lynn (George) Beall, Bill (Debbie) Williams, Vern (Sharon) Motala and the late Fred Williams. Dear brother of Carol Southard, Cindy (Jim) Murray and the late Robert and Bill Williams. Loving grandfather of six and great grandfather of six. Proud Marine Corp veteran of WW II and the Korean Conflict. 42 year resident of Arizona. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 pm with a Scripture Service 7 pm at A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd. Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Thursday 9 am until time of funeral Mass 10 AM at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 19851 Anita, Harper Woods. ahpeters.com
WILLIAMS LILLIAN JACOB WILLIAMS LILLIAN WILLIAMS March 6, 2009, age 97. Long time member of Christ Church Cranbrook. Retired after 37 years as an administrator with Michigan Life Insurance Company. Beloved wife of 72 years to the late Foster A. Williams. Memorial Service 11 a.m. Monday, March 9, 2009 at Christ Church Cranbrook, 470 Church Road, Bloomfield Hills. Memorial tributes to Salvation Army. Inurnment Christ Church Cranbrook. A.J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
WILLIAMS LOIS A WILLIAMS LOIS WILLIAMS Age 91. March 21, 2009. This lovely lady passed peacefully in to the gardens of the heavens. Lois left those she loved with memories of her love for life. She leaves a daughter, Jacqueline Cole; grandchildren, Alissa & Christopher Chronopoulosl; and several great grandchildren. Dear friend of the Hoffman and Erz families. She will be missed by all. Memorials suggested to the Humane Society of Michigan. Arrangements by Buehler Funeral Home.
WILLIAMS NORMA M WILLIAMS NORMA WILLIAMS Age 84, March 17, 2009. Beloved wife for 60 years of E. Edward Williams. Loving sister of Delores Iovan (Maisel) and the late Betty Troha and the late Robert Maisel. She will also be missed by her 19 nieces and nephews, 35 grandnieces and nephews, and eight great-grandnieces and nephews. Former GM Chevrolet division employee. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Scripture Service Friday 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Aidan Catholic Church, 17500 Farmington Rd., Livonia. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh, Livonia 48154.
WILLIAMS PATRICIA A SOWINSKI WILLIAMS PATRICIA SOWINSKI WILLIAMS PATRICIA WILLIAMS PATRICIA A WILLIAMS Of Gladwin, formerly of Hamtramck, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2009 after a brief battle with cancer. She was 67 years old. Survived by her sons Raymond (Elaine) of Saline, MI and Anthony (Shelley) of Dallas, GA, grandchildren Jessica, Tyler, Eric, Patrick, and Alyssa, sister Joanne (Eugene) Surhigh, brothers Joseph (Cynthia) Sowinski, Ronald Sowinski, Stanley (Jenny) Sowinski, Paul (Janet) Sowinski, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Aloisius and Helen Sowinski and former husband, Raymond Williams. Pat loved to laugh with her grandchildren, bargain hunt at garage sales, and work in her garden. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, March 6, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edmund Catholic Church, Warren. Memorial gifts may be made to The University of Michigan Cancer Center Fund.
WILLIAMS ROSE G WILLIAMS ROSE WILLIAMS 89, of North Port, Florida, died on Thursday, March 19, 2009. She was born on June 12, 1919, in Detroit, Michigan, to Nicholas Gennick and Elizabeth Maden Gennick. She was a resident of North Port since 1982, coming from East Detroit, and a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in North Port. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph K. Williams Sr. and son, Frederick M. Mileski. She is survived by her daughters, Michele (Kenyon) Zryd and Valerie (Mark) Klobuchar; sons, Joseph K. Williams Jr. and Roderick M. Williams; 10 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. All services were held in Florida. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Tidewell Hospice & Palliative Care Fund Development, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, Florida 34238. Arrangements with Charlotte Memorial.
WILLIAMS SHIRLEY M WILLIAMS SHIRLEY WILLIAMS Age 80. Beloved wife of Lawrence. Dear mother of Marty (Deb), Steve (Linda), Peter, and Rick (Laurie). Grandmother of Jim, Becky, Mandy, Tony, Jessie, Eric, Ross, and Nick. Great-grandmother of Angel and Brynn. Sister of Cecelia Nowacki and Gloria Silversides. Also leaves nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m. at Charles R. Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (between 6-7 Mile). In state Monday 9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. at St. Priscilla, 19120 Purlingbrook (N. of 7 Mile, W. of Middlebelt). Final resting place, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
WILLIAMSON MARY LOU WILLIAMSON MARY WILLIAMSON Age 74 of Sterling Heights, February 26, 2009. Loving wife of Donald. Dear mother of Kevin (Linda) Williamson, Sharon (Dennis) Kreza, Raymond (Patricia) Williamson and Julie (Dale) Pelshaw. Survived by 10 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren. Sister of Linda (Ken) Harkins, Steve (Crystal) Koerber and Greg (Teresa) Koerber. Funeral Mass Tuesday, March 3, 2009 11:00 a.m. with an in state time of 10:30 a.m. at St. Jane Frances de Chantal, 38750 Ryan Rd, Sterling Heights. The family will receive friends Monday, 2-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd, Rochester. Memorials to American Heart Association, Capuchins, or St. Vince de Paul. Online guestbook ww.modetzfuneralhomes.com
WILSON JOAN WILSON Age 85 of Northport, died March 18, 2009. Funeral service today, March 21 at 2 p.m. at the Trinity Church of Northport, 103 Warren St. Family guestbook at: www.legacy.com/record-eagle/
WILSON MARGARET WILSON MARGARET TOMKO WILSON (NEE: TOMKO) March 25, 2009, age 87. Loving wife of the late Robert W. Dear mother of Christine Berns (Michael), Timothy, Robert T., Lorraine and Connie. Caring grandmother of three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Also survived by one brother and one sister. Employee of J. L. Hudson Co. for 30 years. Memorial tributes to Michigan Humane Society. A J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
WILSON PAULA JEANNETTE WILSON PAULA JEANNETTE WILSON PAULA JEANNETTE March 19, 2009. Survived by her mother, Betty L. Wilson; step-mother Judy Mifflin; sister Julie and brothers George and Tom Wilson. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2009 with a Prayer service at 7 p.m. and funeral service on Wednesday, March 25, 11 a.m. at Wm. R. Hamilton Co., Mt. Clemens.
WILSON RUTH J WILSON RUTH WILSON Age 81, of Walled Lake, passed away peacefully March 16, 2009. Beloved mother of John (Laura) Wilson, Pat (Ray) Marotta, Gordie (Ann) Wilson, and Dan Wilson. Adored grandmother of Mike (Christine) Wilson and Callie Marotta. Cherished great grandmother of Katie and Emilie. Visitation Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday Noon at Casterline Funeral Home, Inc., 122 W. Dunlap, Northville. Contributions to In House Hospice, 24293 Telegraph Rd., Ste. 102, Southfield, MI 48033 would be appreciated.
WINCKOWSKI BERNICE R WINCKOWSKI BERNICE WINCKOWSKI Age 90. March 16, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Joseph A. Loving mother of Valerie Miller (Ziad Ahmed) and Joseph. Grandmother of Jamie. Dear sister-in-law of Minnie Hrabonz. Dear sister of the late Max and Joseph Hrabonz. Also survived by three nieces and two nephews. Family will receive friends and visitors Thursday 4-8 p.m. and Friday 1-8 p.m. at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr Rd. at Masonic (13½ Mile Rd.) Warren, MI. Rosary Friday 7 p.m. In state Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Edmund Church, 14025 Twelve Mile Rd. Warren, until time of Service 10:30 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit. www.ahpeters.com
WINKLER CLARE WINKLER Beloved wife of the late Sidney Winkler. Dear mother of Leslie (Judy) Winker and Howard (Diane) Winkler. Devoted grandmother of David (Nancy) Winkler, Marc (Kelli) Winkler, Aaron (Amy) Winkler, Steven (Ashley) Winkler, Jeffrey, Debbie, Lexie, Colin, Hayley and Taylor Winkler. Proud great-grandmother of Jacob, Hannah, Michael, Garrett, Tate, Nolan and Torrey. Cherished sister of Allen (Marilyn) Menlo. SERVICES SUNDAY 12 NOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
WINTER KATIE ST. AMANT WINTER KATIE WINTER of Clarkston; died March 27, 2009; at 92 years of age. Loving mother of Noreen (Jerry) Baker and the late Ronald Winter; dearest grandmother Nancy Mooney, Julie Eldred, Todd Baker, Gregory Baker, Laurie Winter and Cheryl Banks; great grandmother of Kelli, Ryan, Trisha, Fallon, Gaige, Amber, Jeffrey, Amanda and Brandy; great great grandmother of Madison. Family will receive friends Monday March 30, 2009 from 11 to 1 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME in Waterford. To send a private condolence to the family, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.
WISE GERTRUDE H WISE GERTRUDE WISE of Waterford; age 80; joins her beloved husband and daughter after a courageous battle with cancer March 17, 2009. Daughter of the late Francis and Wilhelmina Held; wife of the late Norbert J. Wise; devoted mother of Randy Wise (Kathy), Pam (Zezula) Richard Hale, Jeff Wise (Lucy) and the late Karen Lynne Wise; loving grandmother of Brian Zezula (Karen), Andy Wise (Margaret), Kevin Zezula (Katie), Christopher Wise (Elizabeth), Katherine Wise, Lindsay Wise, Michele Canfield (Arthur) and Jessica Wise; great grandmother of Elizabeth and Donovan Zezula and Nadia Zezula; sister of Loretta Bulloch, Frank Held and Kay Ralston (Bill); beloved aunt and special friend to many. Mrs. Wise was a member of MADD and president of the Women s Stock Club, she enjoyed bowling, golfing, all professional sports, traveling and being a mother and grandmother. Gertrude was also a member of Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, where she will lie in state Friday, March 20, 2009, 10:30 a.m. until the time of her Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Rev. Lawrence J. Delonnay celebrant. Rite of Committal to follow at Lakeview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Donelson, Johns and Evans Funeral Home Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Rosary Thursday 7:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Karen Lynne Wise Scholarship Fund in care of Our Lady of the Lakes High School. Envelopes available at the funeral home and church. Celebration of Life website and online condolence: http://web.me.com/djefh/gertrudewise
WITOWSKI WILLIAM J WITOWSKI JR WILLIAM WITOWSKI JR 76, of Caseville, formerly of Ysplanti, died February 26, 2009. US Air Force Veteran, former owner of Castaways Banquet Hall. Husband of Rose Marie; father of Denise (James) Shackelford, Delaine (Larry) Helton, William J. III (Patricia), Dawn (Mark) Hanna, and Daralyn Makowski; grandfather of 13 and great-grandfather of 14; and brother of Ronald (Geri) and Gerald (Deborah). Memorial mass 11 a.m. Monday, St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville. www.cfcCaseville.com
WNETRZAK THADDEUS ALOYSIUS WNETRZAK THADDEUS WNETRZAK 90, passed away on March 4, 2009 at Carrington Place in Matthews, NC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday at St. Matthew Catholic Church in the Daily Chapel with Father Patrick Toole celebrant. Inurnment will follow in the Garden of St. Matthew Catholic Section at Forest Lawn East Cemetery. Ted was born on February 6, 1919 in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Apolonia and Joseph Wnetrzak. Ted was preceded in death by Gerry, his beloved wife of 62 years. Brother, Bill Wnetrzak and sister Gene Bieszke also preceded him in passing. Ted spread joy and laughter with his incredible sense of humor wherever he went. Ted loved to tell stories and jokes to make all the people he knew laugh. He enjoyed Detroit Tigers baseball, playing cards and bowling. Survivors include sons, Larry Wnetrzak (Loretta) Chuck Wnetrzak (Sallie) and daughter Debi Harkins; grandchildren, Sharon (Sharooon!) Welling, Vicki Lewis (Gary) and Jason Wnetrzak (Stephanie), Michelle Pence (Richard), Dena Wnetrzak, Chris Wnetrzak, Brian Harkins, Kevin Harkins, nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary, Helen, and Theresa and brother Stanley. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to, Medassist of Mecklenburg, 5516 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28212. Arrangements for the family are in the care of Heritage Funeral & Cremation Service, Weddington Chapel. Online guestbook is available at www.heritagefuneral.net
WOJCIECHOWSKI JEAN HELEN WOJCIECHOWSKI JEAN WOJCIECHOWSKI Age 94, of Rochester Hills, formerly of Detroit and Hamtramck, died March 23, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Loving mother of Gerald F. (Linda) and Ronald R. (Nora). Dear sister of Mary Kaczmarczk and cousin of Sr. Agnes Nienaltouska. She was predeceased by granddaughter Laura Livingston, and is survived by four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with Scripture Service at 5 p.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Funeral Thursday 10 a.m. in state with Mass at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Church, 8175 E. Lantz, Detroit. Entombment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com.
WOLFE BERENICE WOLFE AUNT B WOLFE Beloved wife of the late Mathew Wolfe. Loving sister of the late David Polasky, the late Lourine Polasky and the late Alfred Payson. Also survived by her devoted nephew Tony Payson and his sons, Anthony Payson, Marc (Sara) Payson, David Payson and Marc and Sara's children, Abigale and Nicolas Payson. GRAVESIDE SERVICES 11:00 A.M. WEDNESDAY MORNING AT THE CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. www.irakaufman.com
WOLMAN LEON WOLMAN Beloved brother of the late Arthur Wolman, the late Edjya Pirowicz, the late Joseph Wolman and the late Chaya Wolman. He will be missed by his loving nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES AT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com
WOODS THERESA EVANS WOODS THERESA WOODS A child of God, at the age of 90 was called home on March 18, 2009. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles Woods. Loving mother of Charles David (the late Brenda) Woods, and L. Cheryl Lucero, and mother-in-law of JR Lucero. Proud grandmother of Michelle (David) Verkest, Sean (Rebecca) Woods, Charles Lucero, Jamie Lucero, Kimberly Pappas and great-grandmother of Christopher Lucero. Dear sister of Connie (the late William) Atkinson, Joe (Margaret) Coldwell, Claude (the late Sue) Coldwell, Agnes Louise Sanders Brock (the late Russell and the late Elisha), Monte Coldwell, Stephen (Paula) Lindsey, and La Teresa (Richard) Garbe. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday, in state 10 a.m. at the Maranatha Church of God, 13700 Stephens Dr. unti time of service 11 a.m. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
WORKMAN DAVID R WORKMAN DAVID WORKMAN 54, of Luther. Passed away February 26, 2009. On-line obituary may be viewed and condolence wishes offered at www.pruittlivingston.com. Arrangements for a down-state Funeral Service will be announced.
WORONA PAUL N WORONA PAUL WORONA PAUMarch 19, 2009, of Emmett, Michigan, lost his valiant 6 year battle with cancer. He passed peacefully with all his loving family by his side. A memorial service is being planned, details will follow.
WORTHINGTON TAMI R WORTHINGTON TAMI WORTHINGTON age 50; passed away peacefully with her family and friends by her side on March 24, 2009; in West Palm, Florida. She was a past resident of Waterford Township, Michigan and a Mott graduate. Tami was a people person and loved her family and friends. She was the manager of Sunshine Plumbing in Pompano. Daughter to the late John and Janet Worthington. She leaves behind her partner of thirty years, Suzie Valek; also survived by Geneva Worthington; a sister to Joyce ( Billy) Capps, Toni (Tim) Lawson, Viki (John) Zettel, Mari (Tim) Adrain, and Patty Shultz, Billy and David Carrie; Tami had ten nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach, Florida.
WORTON HELEN I WORTON HELEN WORTON HEWas born September 14, 1914 in Harperville, MS. She passed away on March 18, 2009 in Pentwater, MI of Alzheimer's Disease. Helen is survived by her husband George Worton, son, William D. (Dianne) Baedke, Joyce (Richard) White, John Baedke, four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by George's children, spouses, and one granddaughter. Helen is preceded in death by her 1st husband William H. Baedke and daughter Bonnie. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family has entrusted Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center with arrangements.
WOZNIAK MARIANNA WOZNIAK MARY WOZNIAK March 18, 2009, age 81. Beloved wife of the late Stanislaus. Dear mother of Bernice Unger, Stanley (Janine), George, Andre' (Kim), Barbara (John) Barile, Wanda (Virgil) Hicks; son-in-law Robert Harbin and the late Jadwiga Harbin; 11 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Services Fred Wood Funeral Home, (Rice Chapel), 36100 Five Mile (one mile W. of Farmington Rd.), Saturday 11 a.m. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m.
WRIGHT ANITA L WRIGHT ANITA WRIGHT of Bloomfield Hills; February 18, 2009; at 86 years of age. Beloved wife of William G. Wright whom she married in 1942 in Pontiac; dear mother of the late Jeanette Morrison-Marks; dear grandmother of Heather Morrison, Chris, Adam and James Marks; mother-in-law of Byron Morrison and Jack Marks; also survived by five great grandchildren. Mrs. Wright was a member Central United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, the PEO-Sisterhood. She was also formerly active in a number of community organizations in Pontiac and was especially active in PTA in Pontiac Schools and also on the state level. Memorial Service Thursday, March 5, 2009, 11 a.m. at Central United Methodist Church, 3882 Highland Rd., Waterford 48328. Pastor Wendy Chrostek will officiate. Family will receive from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Arrangements entrusted to COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. To send a private condolence, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.
WRONA JAN WRONA Beloved husband of Eleanora. Step dad of Zofia and Wlodek Musial, Halina and Stanley Sakowski, James and Lucy Popielarczyk, Irena and Kaz Stechly, Theresa and Jurek Wronikowski, Wesley Hands, and Craig Hands. Loving grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of six. Also survived by many family members and friends. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (N.W. corner of 18 and Ryan) Mass of the Christian Burial Thursday 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Czestochowa Catholic Church. Mr. Wrona will lie in state at church from 10 a.m. until time of Mass.
WYKE DARRELL NORMAN WYKE DARRELL WYKE 46; of Marlette; died Friday, March 20, 2009 at Marlette Regional Hospital in Marlette, Michigan. He was born August 23, 1962 in Pontiac, Michigan the son of Harold and Marilyn (Bodson) Wyke. He was a 1980 graduate of Clarkston High School and moved to Marlette in 2003 from Dearborn, MI. Darrell married Judyth Diegel on December 28, 1995 in Sandusky, MI. He was a Project Manager for I.S.C.G. of Royal Oak and was certified in Haworth Furniture. Darrell was a volunteer at the Marlette VFW Post #4837. His special interests included wood working and mechanics. He is survived by his wife Judy; Brandon Wyke (son) of Clarkston; Harold and Marilyn Wyke (parents) of Clarkston; Rochelle and Terry Beiser (sister) of Jackson, Lisa and Mark Keel (sister) of Clarkston; beloved uncle of Dustin, Dillon, Abigail Keel and Christie Allen. Cremation has taken place in the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Memorial Services will be held Monday, March 23, 2009 at 2 p.m. atMarsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, with Pastor Tom Hampton officiating. Visitation will be held at Marsh Funeral Chapel on Monday from 12 to 2 p.m. Memorials may be given to any organization of the donors personal choice. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette. www.marshfuneral.com
WYLIE SHIRLEY L WYLIE SHIRLEY WYLIE Age 85 of Warren Village, died peacefully March 1, 2009 at Wm. Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. Beloved wife of the late Guy. Dearest mother of Dale (Julie) and Louis. Loving grandmother of Cody and Meneka, also survived by many loving family and friends. Visitation Wednesday 1-9 p.m. Service Thursday 11 a.m. at Lyle Elliott Funeral Home, 31730 Mound Rd. (at 13½ Mile), Warren. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggest to National Kidney Foundation.
WYNNE WILLIAM WYNNE at his home in Huron Twp., MI on Saturday, February 28, 2009. William Wynne in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Hebert) Wynne. Dear brother of John and his wife Jenny, and uncle of Tracy and Shannon. Predeceased by his parents, Mike and Catharine (O'Neil) Wynne and aunt Carrie O'Neil. Friends will be received at McCallum & Palla Funeral Home, Cambria Rd. at East St., Goderich on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Goderich on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 11 a.m. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery.
WYON RALPH E WYON RALPH WYON 75 of Clinton Township. Retired pharmacist.. Survived by wife, Margaret; six children; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a sister. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Louis Catholic Church (Crocker at Harper), Clinton Township. In state 10 a.m. Visiting at Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 NB Gratiot, Mt. Clemens from 4-9 p.m. Tuesday and 12-9 p.m Wednesday.
WYPYCHA CHARLOTTE WYPYCHA Age 96, August 16, 1912-February 16, 2009. A sister, three children, six grandchildren and many great grandchildren survive. Charlotte's wishes were immediate cremation. Loving memory, "another day."
WYREMBELSKI HENRY WYREMBELSKI March 16, 2009. Age 82. Beloved husband of Shirley. Loving father of Chris (Sharon), Rick (Eileen), Cindy (Dave) Grone, Patty (Bob) Hemovich, Gordon (Sandi), and Jeff (Lori). Loving grandfather of 16 and great-grandfather of 18. Dearest brother of Dolores (Leonard) Hayden, Leonard (Carol), and Russell (Josie). Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Son, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Scripture Service Wednesday 7 p.m. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. time of Mass at St. Therese of Lisieux Church, 48115 Schoenherr Rd. (between 21 and 22 Mile Rd.). Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
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