BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
February 2009
LAST NAME "A"
ABATE CHRISTINA E ABATE CHRISTINA ABATE February 17, 2009, age 24. "Suddenly" Beloved daughter of Philip and Mary (nee Walter). Dear sister of Jenn. Loving granddaughter of Elaine Walter- Eagle. Also remembered by many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Twp), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Thursday 3-9 p.m. Scripture Service at 7 p.m. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Isidore Catholic Church, 18201 23 Mile Rd. at Romeo Plank until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
ABEL NORMAN ABEL Beloved husband of 64 years to Thelma Abel. Dear father of Kerry Abel and the late Martin Abel. Also survived and loved by devoted friend Howard Gourwitz and his son Jake Gourwitz. Brother of Gerald Abel and the late Isadore Abel. Brother-in-law of Belle Abel and the late Marcia Abel. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. SERVICES 12:30 P.M. THURSDAY AFTERNOON AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY CHAPEL. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com
ABESS SHIRLEY A ABESS SHIRLEY ABESS Age 69, February 23, 2009. Loving mother of John Michael (Holly) and the late Mary Helen. Dear Situ of John Jr., Alex, Vinny and Nicholas. Sister of Joseph, Norman and Donald Bryan and the late Richard (Dickie) Bryan and Lucille Green. Visitation Friday 2-9p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 10a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill).
ABRAMCZYK RAYMOND ABRAMCZYK Age 76 of Taylor. February 21, 2009. Beloved husband of Ginger. Loving father of Christine (Johnathan) Lambdin, David (Sheri) and Jeffrey (Jennifer). Dearest grandfather of Joshua, Nicole, Jordan and Kia Lambdin. Dear brother of Eugene and the late Stanley. Funeral service Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at St Alfed Catholic Church, 9500 Banner, Taylor. In state at Church, 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Monday 6 p.m. Interment at Michigan Memorial Park. www.howepeterson.com
ADAMS JOSEPHINE M ADAMS JOSEPHINE ADAMS age 85, of Highland; passed away on February 3, 2009, in Bradenton, Florida. Born on May 8, 1923, in Detroit, MI., she lost her parents at an early age and was adopted by Michael and Graciela Civetta. She was a true Matriarch that touched and shaped the lives of many people. Her heart had no boundaries for loving and caring about all her family and friends. She always found ways to make everyone enjoy life. She will be sadly missed. Beloved wife of 51 years to the late Brandon Adams; mother of Michael (Rose) Adams, Nancy (Tom) Oltesvig, Linda (Bill) Slack, Leon (Linda) Adams. She is also survived by her sister Catherine Rossi and her brother Gino D'Ambrosio. She has a large extended family of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews as well as friends all around the country, especially in Bradenton, Florida. The funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, February 9, 2009, at 10 a.m. at Church of the Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Road, Highland. Visitation will be Sunday from 1-8 p.m. at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Road, Highland. A rosary service will be held at the funeral home, Sunday at 7 p.m. Mrs. Adams will lie in state at church on Monday from 9 a.m. until Mass. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery. Memorial envelopes will be at the funeral home for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul or the American Heart Association. Please visit www.MEM.com and leave a tribute.
ADAMS LINDA ADAMS February 15, 2009, born January 11th, 1960. Loving mother of her son Jason Adams, her daughter Jessica Angius, her grandchildren Victoria Angius and Dylan Adams. Service is held Friday at 3:00 p.m. at Christ The King Lutheran Church in Chesterfield Township.
ADAMS VERA MAE ADAMS VERA ADAMS SAL ADAMS age 87; of West Bloomfield; February 8, 2009. Dear sister of James W. Adams, Jr. and John D. Adams; loving aunt of James W. Adams, III, Jill A. Bush, Jeffrey A. Adams, J. Denise Wilson and David J. Adams; also survived by many great nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, James and Freda Adams. Vera was a former teacher and counselor at Pontiac Central High School and an active member of the Kappa Gamma Pi Society. Funeral Service 11 a.m. Wednesday at Pixley Funeral Home Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel, Keego Harbor. Visitation Tuesday, 2 to 8 p.m. Interment Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens Novi, MI. Memorials suggested to St. Johns Hospice, Southfield, MI. Visit www.mem.com
ADAMS WILLIAM A ADAMS WILLIAM ADAMS TONY ADAMS February 16, 2009. Beloved husband of Ellen Jane, bride of 55 years. Dear father of Mary Ellen (Dave) Smith, Anthony (Judi), William (Gail), Caryl (Frank) Lombardi, Kathy (Chris) VonEper, Stephen, Patti and James. Grandfather of Paula, Andrew, Lauren, Katie, Zachary and Nancy. Survived by one brother and one sister, and their families. Visitation Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Anselm, Mass 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre. Rosary Thursday 6:30 p.m. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at the Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to the Detroit Area Council, D-A Scout Ranch, Boy Scouts of America.
ADDIS CLIFFORD W ADDIS CLIFFORD ADDIS Longtime resident of Eastpointe, died peacefully February 25, 2009 at the age of 55. Former employee of Gilco Spring Manufacturer. Cliff loved to work with children as a coach of the M.A.H.A. and the Little Ceasars Hockey Program. Loving son of William and the late Jewell. Dearest brother of Sandra (David) Schelosky and Glenn Addis. Cherished uncle of David (Dianne) and Matthew (Kayli) Schelosky, Jason Addis and Matthew Thiel. Great uncle of Will, Molly and Jeremy Schelosky. A loving and caring man, Cliff will be missed by many he has touched in his lifetime. A memorial will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be addressed to Solid Ground, Inc. (a family shelter), 17955 11 Mile Rd., Roseville, MI 48066. Arrangements entrusted with the Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home of Fraser. Share memories at: www.faulmannwalsh.com
ADDISON CHRISTOPHER A ADDISON CHRISTOPHER ADDISON Age 60, died January 28, 2009. Survived by his wife Julie. Loving father of Scott (Tracy) Addison, Kristin (Richie) Shepherd and Julie (Ed) Stucky. Caring grandfather of RJ Shepherd. Dear brother of Charlotte (Dan) Heikkinin, Rick (Kathy) Addison, Judith Addison, Jon (Kathy) Addison and Cathleen (Ron) Klingbyle. He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his free time. A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday 1-4 p.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Please sign the online register book at www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com
AKERLEY JOHN C ACKERLEY JOHN ACKERLEY age 96; went home to Heaven, February 12, 2009; born November 28, 1912 in Pugwash, Nova Scotia, Canada. He moved to Birmingham, Michigan in 1926. At 27 he met and married his first love Lela, and lived the American dream for 61 years. They were members of the First Baptist Church of Birmingham, Michigan for over fifty years. He worked for General Motors Corp. for forty years and was retired for thirty-five years. John spent many hours restoring furniture and caning chairs. He was the loving father to Danial Akerley (Nancy) and Judith Kortryk (Wilbert); grandfather to Christine DeGrendel (Grant), Linda DuCharme (Steven), Karen Todd (Alan), Terrance and Alyssa Akerley; great grandfather of ten who he said made him great. He is survived by his beloved wife, Edna for 8 years in sunny Florida. His extended family consist of Beverly and Ed Bohlin, Jim and Diane Reiter, Bonnie and Ron Graham; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Member of St. Paul United Methodist Church of Largo, Florida for many years. His life has touched so many and we will love and miss him always. Memorial Service at a later date. Local arrangements by Potere-Modetz Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhome.com
ALANDT CLARENCE J ALANDT CLARENCE ALANDT February 8, 2009, age 88. Beloved husband of Gloriette Galloway for 63 years. Loving father of Michael (Katy) Alandt, Patrick (Richard Colbert) Alandt, Jonathon (Jody) Alandt, Robert Alandt, Suzette Alandt, Gigi (Peter) Hriso, Amy (David) Waldeck. Survived by 17 grandchildren (Julie, Michael, Bill, Betty, Wendy, Greg, Ryan, Danielle, Christopher, Ashley, Jonathon, James, Steven, Caitlin, Nolan, Matthew and John-Michael) and 13 great grandchildren (Rachel, Erin, Liam, Bryn, Bridgette, Peter, Eva, Brigetta, Taylor, Morgan, Sydney, Kendall, Jake, James and Gavin).Visitation Wednesday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 West 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills. Service Thursday 10 a.m.at McCabe Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Lourdes Senior Community www.lourdesseniorcommunity.org. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
ALBRIGHT JOSEPH M ALBRIGHT JOSEPH ALBRIGHT Age 69 of Owosso. Passed away Friday, February 6, 2009 at Memorial Healthcare Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at St. Paul Catholic Church, with Fr. John Fain officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. and on Monday from 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary being prayed at 7 p.m. Survivors include his wife, Angie; a daughter, Jennifer (Gerald) Belanger of Gaylord; a son, Joseph Jr. (Dawn) Albright of Redford Township; grandchildren, Lilly and Patrick Belanger; sister, Virginia (Don) Vizzaccaro of Arizona; and several nieces and nephews. On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com.
ALLEGRINA RUTH M ALLEGRINA RUTH ALLEGRINA Age 83. of Canton, Feb. 15, 2009. Beloved wife of 59 years to the late Charles. Loving mother of Charles J., Thomas, Paul, Christine, Suzanne (John), Margaret, Barbara and Stephen. Dear sister of Catherine (Bernard) Galazin, Joan and the late Herbert. Proud grandmother of Michael (Emily), Alex, Tara, Nicholas, Dean and William and great grandmother of Cameron. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and many loving friends. She was a homemaker and self-employed as a tax accountant. Mrs. Allegrina was also active in local causes and lent her time and expertise to the Canton Public Library. In the past she was active in Christ Child and the North Rosedale Park Civic Association. Devout to her faith, she was an active member of St. Scholastica and St. John Neumann Parishes. She was a graduate of St. Mary's of Redford High School and the University of Detroit. Visitation Tues. 10-12 a.m. and 2-9 p.m. and Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth (Btwn. Sheldon & Beck) In state Wed. 10 a.m. until Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Neumann Church, 44800 Warren Rd., Canton (Btwn. Sheldon and Canton Center Rd.). Interment Holy Sepulchre. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit: www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com
ALLEN KRISTEN ERIKA ALLEN KRISTEN ALLEN of Ann Arbor, MI; age 35; born July 18, 1973; died suddenly on February 9, 2009; she resided in Valparaiso, IN. She is survived by her mother, Jacqueline Doneghy, and her partner, Carol Bennett (Ann Arbor); father, Wendell Allen, and his spouse, Sarah; sister, Adrienne Skinner, and her spouse, Matthew (Aurora, IL); brother, Ian Allen (West Hartford, CT); colleagues and a host of friends. A physician in obstetrics and gynecology, Kristen practiced with North Shore Health Systems, Portage, IN. A graduate of Spelman College, Kristen received her medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School. She was a member of Beta Kappa Chi and Alpha Lambda Delta. Academic honors include Cum Laude Spelman College, Who s Who in American Colleges and Universities. She was a member of the executive board of the Black Medical Student Association; treasurer of the American Medical Women s Association; as well as performing other professional and civic activities. Kristen s family will receive friends at the Nie Family Funeral Home, Carpenter Rd. Chapel, 2400 Carpenter Rd., on Friday, February 20, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Visitation will continue at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 306 N. Division, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 on Saturday, February 21, from 12 Noon until the time of service at 1 p.m. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. To sign her guestbook or to leave a memory please visit her personal page at www.niefuneralhomes.com
ALLEN NANCY GREENE BRODHEAD ALLEN NANCY BRODHEAD ALLEN NANCY GREENE ALLEN NANCY ALLEN 84, of Harbor Springs, retired from Northern Michigan Hospital, died Saturday, January 31, 2009. Nancy was born on July 29, 1924 in Detroit, Michigan to Guy S. and Helen Arnsman Greene. She grew up in Indian Village in Detroit and Grosse Pointe, Michigan. Nancy graduated from Dana Hall School, Wellesley, Massachusetts in 1943. In 1946 she married Richard Thornton Brodhead, Jr., son of Naval Captain Richard T. Brodhead and Elise Moran Brodhead. While still living in Grosse Pointe, she was a member of Tau Beta Association and the Junior League of Detroit, and she volunteered with the American Red Cross. Richard preceded her in death in 1966. In 1970, Nancy married Paul B. (Jack) Allen, Jr. and together they moved from Grosse Pointe, MI to Harbor Springs, MI. Jack preceded her in death in 2003. Also preceding her in death are her son, Peter S. Brodhead; sister, Sally G. Bragaw; and her brother, Guy S. Greene, Jr. Nancy's interests included golfing, hiking, cross-country and downhill skiing, love of dogs, traveling, literature, crossword puzzles, board games and card games and most of all, being with her grandchildren. We will miss her great sense of humor and her vivacious appetite for being the "life of the party". She is survived by her five children: Christine M. Smith of Algonac, MI; Richard T. Brodhead, III (Christine) of Harbor Springs, MI; Brian A. Brodhead (Patricia) of Grosse Pointe, MI; Carey A. Hall of Bay City, MI; Catherine E. Brodhead-Lauer (Bryan) of Harbor Springs, MI. Her grandchildren are: Dana B. Smith, Peter M. Smith, Matthew T. Brodhead, Andrew J. Brodhead, Hilary T. Brodhead, Edward R. Hall, Bonnie S. Hall, Gordon N. Hall, Peter M. Lauer, Morgan E. Lauer. Nancy is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visititation will be Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. at Schiller Funeral Home of Harbor Springs, Michigan. A memorial luncheon will immediately follow at Stafford's Pier Restaurant in Harbor Springs, Michigan. Nancy's family would like to thank the employees of Bay Bluffs for their loving care the past 13 years. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Bay Bluffs Medical Care Facility, 750 E. Main St., Harbor Springs, Michigan 49740 or Little Traverse Conservancy, 3264 Powell Road, Petoskey, Michigan 49770.
ALLEN ROBERT NORRIS ALLEN ROBERT ALLEN Age 81. February 21, 2009 of Rochester Hills, formerly of Farmington Hills. Beloved husband of Vicenta Allen. Loving father of Paul Allen, Robyn Sliney, and Jill Davis (Steven). Dear grandfather of Eive and Paul. Arrangements by Price Funeral Home, Troy, 248-689-0700. Share memories at www.pricefuneralhome.net.
ALLOR CATHERINE LOUISE ALLOR CATHERINE ALLOR Age 68 of Brooklyn passed away February 12, 2009 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. Catherine was born on August 6, 1940 in Detroit, the daughter of George and Constance (Zavicar) Barker. Catherine was a member of St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church. She is survived by her children Thomas Hugo Allor, Jr. of Dearborn Heights, Janet Marie Allor of Grand Rapids, Michelle S. (Erik) Berg of Onsted; beloved grandchildren: Brinae Nicole Bain of Brooklyn and Annika Calen Berg of Onsted; mother: Constance Barker; siblings: George (Kathy) Barker, MaryLou Flowers, Linda (Tom) Ladoski, JoAnne (Clem) Wierzbicki; Ken (Debbe) Barker and Don (Betty) Barker. She was preceded in death by her father George Barker and sister: Janet Barker. Memorial donations may be given to the Cathy Allor Mathematics Scholarship Fund. Envelopes will be available at the Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Braun Chapel where family will receive friends on Monday, February 16, 2009 from 2-6 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service. The family will receive friends at the St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. until the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. with Father Chris Talbot as Celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Cemetery. Please sign Catherine's guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for her family by calling 877-231-7900.
ALOUSI MAJID ALOUSI MD February 4, 2009, age 84, survived by Sarah Alousi. Father of Hamid (Janis), Alise Alousi-Berner (Klaus), Suzanne Alousi-Miller (Derek), Amin (Nicole) and Janine Alousi-Miller (James). Grandfather "Jidu"of Owen, Laith, Esme, Adnan, Nadim and Laila. Brother of Majida, Adawia and Sammy. Funeral Service Friday 9 a.m. at the Muslim Unity Center, 1830 W. Square Lake Road, West Bloomfield (west of Telegraph). Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial tributes to the Iraqi Medical Sciences Association (IMSA). A. J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2500 View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
ALPERN ROBERT ALPERN BOB ALPERN Beloved husband of Marge Alpern. Dear father of Harlan (Sandee) Alpern, Wayne (Nancy Bielski) Alpern, Nancy (Jon) Levin and Carolyn (Jon) Vitriol. Proud grandfather of Micah (Sarah Culberson) Alpern, Rebeka (Brian) Seelinger, Sophie and Tess Alpern, Nina Levin, Anna and Joseph Vitriol and the late Miles Levin. Son of the late Anne Alpern and brother of the late Dr. E. Bryce (Harriett) Alpern. SERVICES 11 A.M. MONDAY MORNING AT THE BIRMINGHAM TEMPLE, 28611 W. 12 MILE ROAD, FARMINGTON HILLS. INTERMENT WOODMERE CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com
ALVARADO CIPRIANO ALVARADO SKIP ALVARADO February 16, 2009. Age 77. Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father of Sherry, Vincent, Gregory, and Monica Alvarado. Dearest grandfather of Ashlee, Alexis, Gabriel, and Robert. Dear brother of Salome (Kathleen) Alvarado and Sara (Melvin) Marron. Visitation Wednesday 4-9 p.m. and Thursday 12-9 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd. (Allen Park Chapel). Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Mr. Alvarado was a member of the Hispanic War Veterans, VFW, The American Legion, the 2nd (Indianhead) Division Assoc. of the Korean War, and the America's Young Warriors. Please call the funeral home for service time at 313-928-2300. Onlineguestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com
AMATO JOSEPH A AMATO JR JOSEPH AMATO JOSEPH JR February 14, 2009. Age 69 Beloved husband of Johanna "Joni". Dear father of Corene "Cori". Loving brother of Carmen (Eugene) Hrynewich. Nephew of Gilda Orr and close buddy to Joe Morabito. Joseph was Co-Owner of Amato's Restaurant of Dearborn since 1946 and owner of Amato Foods. Joseph was also an avid pilot since age 15 and flight instructor. Funeral Thursday 10 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 7455 Calhoun, Dearborn. Instate from 9:30 a.m. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m. from the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. with Rosary at 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society, 20450 Civic Center Drive, Southfield, MI 48076, Attn: Memorial Department. Visit our online website at: howepeterson.com
AMEJKA JEANETTE AMEJKA Age 88. Preceded into God's care by husband, Syl (1981). Loving mother of Kevin and Karen (Richard) Oszustowicz. Cherished grandmother of Melissa and Adam. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. Parish Scripture service Friday 6 p.m. Funeral service Saturday 9:30 a.m. at Krot Funeral Home, 2687 Caniff, Hamtramck. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Ladislaus Church. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
AMIN KAREN ANN AMIN KAREN AMIN The Amin family announces, with a broken heart, the passing away of their beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, Karen Ann Amin on February 4, 2009 at her home in Lake City, Michigan. Karen was originally from the Manderfield family of Houghton, Michigan. She had a deep love of the Keweenaw Peninsula, visiting that area often when she came home from overseas. Karen received a nursing diploma from Grace Hospital in Detroit, and bachelor of arts degrees in Middle Eastern studies and Anthropology and a Master's degree in Public Health Administration from the University of Michigan. She is survived by her husband, Sam of 51 years, three sons and their spouses and seven grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations are being gratefully accepted by the Cadillac Chapter of Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were by the Young Funeral Home.
ANDERSON DOLORES TENAGLIA ANDERSON DOLORES ANDERSON (NEE TENAGLIA) Age 73 of Farmington Hills, died February 4, 2009. Beloved mother of Bobby (Corky), Jim (Partner Jim), and Renee. Dear loving nanny to Austin, Colin and Warren. Loving grandmother of Zach, Emily, Tanya, Angela, and Stanley and four great-grandchildren. Sister of Bill (Carol), Philip (Lois), Rocco (Henrietta), Kay (Don), Guido (Sissy), Connie, and Patrick (Lisa). Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends. Serving the family is Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Walled Lake. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com.
ANDERSON EDWIN A ANDERSON EDWIN ANDERSON Age 79, February 2, 2009. Husband of Helga for 51 years; dear father of Linda Cardwell, Lori Anderson, Lisa Johonan (Daniel), James (Trish), Mark (Becky); Grandfather of Joshua, Zachary, Lyndsay, Justin, Emma and Constance; brother of Delores. Services will be at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Road, Redford. Visitation Thursday 3:30-9 p.m., funeral services 11 a.m. on Friday. Please share a memory with the family at www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com
ANDERSON PATRICIA M ANDERSON PATRICIA ANDERSON TRISH ANDERSON Age 50 of Tecumseh died suddenly at her home Saturday, February 7, 2009. She was born May 5, 1958 in Detroit, to Frank and Irene (Zdanowicz) Lesniak. She is survived by her husband, James, of 22 years; a daughter Lindsey (Justin) LeBlanc and one grandson, Cole; and six brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents. At Tricia's request cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at The American Legion, 101 W. Pottawatamie St., Tecumseh, on Saturday, February 14, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., with a wake immediately following. No flowers, please. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.
ANDERSON THEODORE ANDERSON STAN ANDERSON Age 88. January 31, 2009. Beloved husband of Yvonne. Dear father of Ted (Ellen), Phillip (Karen), and David (Susan). Loving grandfather of Megan (Matt), Katie, Aaron, Abby, Adam, Kyle, and Kelsey. Brother of Lorraine Hedin. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2-6 p.m. and Monday 2-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Funeral Service Tuesday, in state 10 a.m. for 11 a.m. Service at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 9300 Farmington Rd., Livonia. Luncheon held at church immediately following the service. Procession to Glen Eden Memorial Park following the luncheon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or Friends of the Barn.
ANGEL SHIRLEY E ANGEL SHIRLEY ANGEL February 20, 2009. Dear wife of the late Arnold. Dear mother of Cathy (Bill) Ireland and Karen (Duke) Prestridge. Dear sister of Ronald (Shirley) Slobodnik. Also survived by eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Sunday at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Rd., New Baltimore with a 7 p.m. Rosary. In state at St. Kieran Church, 53600 Mound Rd., Shelby Twp., Monday from 10 a.m. until time of Liturgy at 11 a.m.
ANTCZAK THERESA M ANTCZAK THERESA ANTCZAK of Farmington Hills. Age 85. Passed away February 8, 2009. Born October 12, 1923 in Boswell, Pennsylvania. Beloved wife of John for 62 1/2 years. Loving mother of Karen. Dear sister-in-law of Jane Szyniszewski. Survived by several nieces, nephews and special friends. Dear daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Wojcik. Dearest daughter-in-law to the late Bronislaw and Angeline Antczak. Dearest sister to the late John (Mary) Wojcik, Mary (William) Lorence, Stella (Nicholas) Popowicz, Jennie (George) Zalewski, Martin (Irene) Wojcik, Helen (John) Siewicki and Edward (Josephine) Wojcik. Dearest sister-in-law to the late Harry Szyniszewski, Edward (Ruby) Antczak and Mitchell Antczak. Her beautiful smile and love of life will always be remembered by the many friends and family that will miss her deeply. She will live forever in our hearts. Memorial Mass at Saint Aidan's Catholic Church, 17500 Farmington Road, Livonia, Michigan (between 6 and 7 Mile Roads) on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. Greetings at 9:00 a.m. www.thayer-rock.com
ANTONE ROSEMARY ANTONE Age 67. February 6, 2009. Beloved wife of Zuhair. Dearest mother of Tony (Nermien), Jeff (Nikki), Steve (Rachel), and the late Rick. Loving grandmother of Joey, Grace, Luke, Jordan, Danny, and Charlie. Dear daughter of Naima Lossia. Dear sister of George and John Lossia. Visitation Sunday and Monday 4-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral Service Tuesday 10 a.m. at Five Points Community Church, 3411 East Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please prayerfully consider a donation to Five Points Community Church Benevolence Fund. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
ANTOS PETER ANTOS February 19, 2009. Age 78. Born in Pontiac, MI March 24,1930 . Dearest father of Betsy Vines (Jason), George (Julia), and Tracee Theodore (Christos). Papou to Zachary, Jordan, Lane, Melissa, Katey, Kristy, Nicholas, Ari, Grace and George. Brother of Bessie, Stella, Steve (Marie), and the late James. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and his former wife of 49 years, Helen. Peter's beautiful voice will enrich God's heavenly choir now and forever. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn 13-14 Mile), Saturday 5-8 p.m. and Sunday 3-8p.m. Trisagion Sunday 7 p.m. Funeral service Monday 11 a.m. at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 43815 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills. Visitation begins at church 10:30 a.m. Memorial tributes to St. George Greek Orthodox Church. View obituary and share memories at: www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
ARBANAS SHIRLEY L ARBANAS SHIRLEY ARBANAS Age 77, February 26, 2009. Beloved wife of John. Dear mother of Joan Carter. Sister of Merry L. Scheck; also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was active in the Women of the Moose, Chapter 1330 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 396. Visitation Sunday 12-4 and 6-9 p.m. Monday 2-9 p.m. Funeral service Tuesday 11:30 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster, (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill) In lieu of flowers , donations to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or the USO.
ARENS ADOLF M ARENS ADOLF ARENS Age 78, of Dearborn. Died January 24, 2009. Beloved husband of Maria. Loving father Peggy (Kevin) Kozicki, Jacqueline (Donald) Cross, Maurice (Gail) Arens and Monique (Pat) Cosenza. Grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of three. Brother of Trees Ruers and Miep Barendregt. Memorial service Friday, February 6, 2009 at 4 p.m. with visitation from 2-4 p.m. at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn. www.querfeldfh.com
ARNDT HERBERT A ARNDT HERBERT ARNDT Age 93, February 13, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Walda. Survived by eight brothers and sisters. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m. from Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 24931 Union St. in Dearborn. In state in church 10 a.m. till time of service. Visitation Sunday 4-9 p.m. and Monday 1-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave.
ARNDT LOTTIE LAURIE ARNDT LOTTIE ARNDT Age 84 of Novi. February 7, 2009. Preceded in death by her brother, Eugene. Survived by her beloved sister, Lorraine; niece, Evelyn DeLabbio; nephew, Eugene Jr.; numerous great-nieces and nephews and dear friends. Services will be held privately. For further information please phone Lynch & Sons Funeral Home in Milford, 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
ARNOLD WILLIAM L ARNOLD WILLIAM ARNOLD February 12, 2009. Age 76. Beloved husband of Betty Lou. Dear father of Debra (John) Caramagno, Patricia (Bill) Allen III and David (Mary) Arnold. Proud grandfather of Bill IV., Keith, Rachel and Megan. Loving brother of Marguerite "Peggy" Arnold, John "Jack" (Judy) Arnold and the late Donald Arnold. Funeral Monday 11:00 am at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Pkwy. (16 Mile). Visitation Sunday 3-9 pm. Tributes to The Kingdom Hall of Sterling Hts, MI. are welcome. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
ASHBY FRANK L ASHBY FRANK ASHBY Age 72. February 13, 2009. Of Troy. Beloved husband of Nancy (Cherry) Ashby. Loving father of Kate Zink (Bob), Daryl Ashby (Anna), Laura Beuther (David) and the late Sandra Ashby and the late Linda Prouty. Dear grandfather of Christopher Saylor, Zurich Ashby, Max Ashby, Emma Ashby and Evan Beuther. Dear brother of Marion McKay and Irene Griffin (Gary). Frank was loving pet owner of Sugar the late cat. Visitation Tuesday 4-8 PM at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Road (between Big Beaver and Wattles Roads), Troy (248) 689-0700. Funeral Wednesday 12 Noon at funeral home with viewing starting at 11 AM. Interment Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley. Memorial donations can be made to Michigan Humane Society. Share memories at www.pricefuneralhome.net
ARBANAS SHIRLEY L ARBANAS SHIRLEY ARBANAS Age 77, February 26, 2009. Beloved wife of John. Dear mother of Joan Carter. Sister of Merry L. Scheck; also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was active in the Women of the Moose, Chapter 1330 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 396. Visitation Sunday 12-4 and 6-9 p.m. Monday 2-9 p.m. Funeral service Tuesday 11:30 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster, (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill) In lieu of flowers , donations to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or the USO.
AUER SOPHIE C AUER SOPHIE AUER February 1, 2009 of Wayne. Wife of the late John and companion of the late Robert. Loving mother of Sandy (Dennis) DeBilzan, John, Noreen Balcer and Jeff. Grandmother of Carrie, Danelle and Julie. Sister of Stanley, Eddie, Theresa and the late Martha, Gertie, Wally, Anna and John. Visitation Wednesday 4-9 p.m. with Funeral Service Thursday 10 a.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 34567 Michigan Ave. Wayne.
AUGUSTYN EDWARD AUGUSTYN CHUCK AUGUSTYN February 7, 2009. Loving husband of Rose. Dear father of Sharon and Timothy (Leigh). Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.), Wednesday 1-9 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m. In state Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from St. Raphael Catholic Church, 31530 Beechwood, (N. of Ford Rd. & W of Merriman) until time of the funeral mass at 10 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com
AUNE GERALD AUNE Age 71. January 29, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Jean D. (10/12/08). Dearest father of Carmen. Loving grandfather of Collin. Dear brother of Roberta (Dale) Rhodes, James (Linda) Aune, Lawrence Aune and Lynda (Doug) Ladoski. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Memorial service Tuesday, February 3rd at Redford Aldersgate Methodist Church, 10000 Beech Daly, Redford Twp. 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by the Fisher Funeral Home of Redford Twp., (313) 535-3030. Memorials suggested to the Family's Wishes.
AVESIAN PENELOPE S AVESIAN PENELOPE AVESIAN February 24, 2009; age 61. Beloved wife of Paul; dear mother of Berge, Rachel Rabidoux (Jason) and Katie; sister of Sam Halkias (Carol). Memorial Service Friday 11 a.m. at Highland Park Baptist Church, 28600 Lahser Rd. (south of Twelve Mile), Southfield. Memorial tributes to the LUNGevity Foundation, Penelope Avesian Memorial Fund, 435 N. LaSalle St., Ste. 310, Chicago, IL 60654 or Detroit Country Day Friends of the Arts Association, 22305 W. Thirteen Mile Rd., Beverly Hills, MI 48025. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
AWAD ELIE AWAD Age 51, February 5, 2009. Beloved husband of Christina. Dear father of Mariel, Leila, Michael and Elie Jr. Loving son of Honeine and the late Chafic. Brother of Raymonda, Florida, Tony and Aziz. Visitation Sunday 6-8 p.m. at The Basilica of St. Mary, 18100 Merriman Rd. Trisogion 8 p.m. Funeral service Monday 10 a.m. Please leave the family a memorial message at harryjwillfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Mary's Building Fund.
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