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MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES

February 2009

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DAFINGAS MICHAEL DAFINGAS February 24, 2009. Age 84. Beloved husband of Athena. Dearest father of Anastasia (Christ) Pitses and Roula (Tony) Lipinski. Loving grandfather of Eleni, Chrisoula, Michael, Nicholas and the late Alexander. Dear brother of Evdokia (John) Andony of Australia. Dear brother-in-law of Costas Renieris. Past president of Pan-Macedonian Association Aristotelis and Macedonia Chapter. Visitation 3:00-9:00 p.m. Thursday with Trisagion 7 p.m. at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 21800 Marter Rd., St. Clair Shores. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of service 10:00 a.m. at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the church appreciated. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org

DAKESSIAN MARGARET DAKESSIAN February 9, 2009 of Melvindale. Dear sister of Elizabeth Meladosian. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends. Funeral Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 instate 9 a.m. with service at 10 a.m. at St. John Armenian Church, (22001 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield). Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Voran Funeral Home (Allen Park Chapel). Online guestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com

D'ALLEVA JOHN P D'ALLEVA DDS JOHN D'ALLEVA DDS Age 91. February 23, 2009, of Dearborn. Beloved husband of the late Josephine. Loving father of Christopher D'Alleva and Mark D'Alleva. Dear brother of Clorinda DeCello. Also survived by two grandchildren, Michael and Joseph. John practiced dentistry in Dearborn for 35 years and for the last 25 years has been retired. Visitation at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home on Wednesday 1-9 p.m. Funeral service Thursday, February 26, 2009 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Entombment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association Metro Detroit Region, 20300 Civic Center Drive, Suite 100, Southfield, Michigan 48076. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com

DALY MARY JANE DALY MARY DALY February 9, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Timothy. Dear mother of Michael T. (Tish), Timothy P. (Mary Beth), William J. (Laurie), John T. (Patti) and the late David J. Grandmother of 10. Great-grandmother of eight. Visitation Saturday and Sunday 2-7 p.m. at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Monday 11:30 a.m. until a 12 noon Mass at Church of the Divine Child, 1055 N. Silvery Lane at Wilson in Dearborn. Memorials suggested to Catholic Central Scholarship Fund.

DANIEL ZELMA E WHITE DANIEL ZELMA WHITE DANIEL ZELMA DANIEL (NEE WHITE) f Aiken, South Carolina, formerly of Port St. Lucie, Florida and Hazel Park, blessed with 103 years of life and 109 descendants went to be with her lord on February 3, 2009. Beloved wife of the late J. Homer Daniel. Dearest mother of Mary Louise Picard of Warren, Donna (John) Doctor of Bloomfield Hills, Robert (Marilee Miller) of Sun City, California, Melvin (Barbara Williams) of Idaho Falls, Idaho and Marvin (Arlene Fouse) of Aiken, South Carolina and the late Dorris Milby. Loving grandmother of 26 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and 28 great-great grandchildren. Dear sister of Florence Hutchinson of Greenville, Michigan and the late four brothers and four sisters. She was also preceded in death by her sons-in-law Wilbur (Bub) Milby and Leander (Al) Picard. Visitation at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 West Twelve Mile Road (two blocks west of Woodward Avenue) in Berkley, 3-8 p.m. Sunday. She will lie in state at Grace Baptist Church, 280 E. Lincoln St. (14 ½ Mile Rd) Birmingham, Monday from 12 noon until time of funeral at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Boys and Girls Bible Clubs, 21122 Indian St,. Southfield, Michigan 48033-3579. Share your memories at www.sawyerfuller.com

DATTILO ANTHONY DATTILO Died February 16, 2009 at the age of 90. Beloved husband of the late Giovanna. Dear father of Carol (Joseph) Hovorka, Lorraine (Larry) Mates, Michael A. and Robert C. Grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of seven. Visitation Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt (S. of 6 Mile) Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Service Thursday, 11 a.m., at funeral home. Family suggests memorials to charity of your choice. Share a memory at www.mannsfuneralhome.com

DAUTERMANN KLAUS B DAUTERMANN KLAUS DAUTERMANN Age 92, died February 20, 2009, at his home in Farmington Hills. He was born August 12, 1916 in Racine, Wisconsin. Mr. Dautermann is predeceased by his beloved wife Jeanette and siblings Fredric, Paul, David, Grace and Edith. Mr. Dautermann is survived by his loving children David (Judy) Dautermann, Donna (John) Stadel and Barbara (Michael) Seuss; sisters Marion Sery and Rachel Trinko; as well as nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at the Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe. Funeral services will be Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church of St. Clair Shores, 24036 Greater Mack. In state 10 a.m. with service at 11 a.m. Donations to the First United Methodist Church of St. Clair Shores appreciated.

DAVENPORT ANNE-LISE DAVEM[PRT of Lake City, formerly of Clarkston; passed away Thursday, February 12, 2009 at the St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was 65 years old. Mrs. Davenport was born March 20, 1943 in Oslo, Norway to Adolf and Borghild Sorensen. She married Ted G. Davenport March 7, 1964 at Fort Ben Harrison, Indianapolis, Indiana. She was a member of the American Legion Post # 300 Auxiliary of Lake City. She is survived by her husband, Ted; three sons, Erik (Lori) Davenport of Oxford, Tony (Cindy) Davenport of Macomb, and Brian (Christine) Davenport of Oxford; and also survived by three step-children, Robert (Shirley) Davenport of Kalkaska, Scott (Barbara) Davenport of Mancelona and Doris( Tom) Schultz of Canby, Oregon; and a sister, Reidun Lindaas of Oslo, Norway; 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. A Memorial Service will be Friday, February 20, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Young Funeral Home in Lake City. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. until time of service.Burial will be in the Lake City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Hope Lodge, 129 Jefferson S. E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503.

DAVEY EVELYN A DAVEY EVELYN DAVEY Age 86. Wife of the late Denzil. Beloved mother of Joan (Rick) Stegmeyer, Judith Lozo, Dale (Kathie) Mouton, and Joyce (Michael) Golden. Also 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Visitation Wednesday 2-8 p.m. and Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes (S. of 18 Mi). Burial Acacia Park Cemetery. Memorials to In House Hospice, 24293 Telegraph, Suite 102, Southfield, 48033 would be appreciated. Visit online at www.mem.com.

DAVIDSON EARL ISRAEL DAVIDSON EARL DAVIDSON Dearest husband of Silvia. Loving father of Elliot Segal. Dear grandfather of Rachel Segal. Dear brother of the late Sam and Mary Davidson, the late Alex Davidson, the late Lee and Allan Stone and the late Belle and Max Diller. Dear brother-in-law of Joseph (Sharon) Cohen. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Graveside services Sunday 2:00 p.m. at Beth Abraham Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, (248) 543-1622.

DAVIS PASTOR ANANIAS DAVIS PASTOR DAVIS was born and raised in Mississippi, the sixth of eight children. He was converted, August 27, 1929. He married Jennie Maebelle Griffin, December 12, 1937, to this union a son was born. Pastor Davis became a Deacon in 1945 at the Beautiful Zion Baptist Church. In 1950, he moved his family to Detroit, Michigan and later a daughter was born. Upon his arrival I Detroit, he united with the New Bethel Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Rev. C. L. Franklin. In 1960, he moved his membership to the Holy Cross Baptist Church, under the covering of the late Rev. Eddie Shack. There he served on the Deacon Board until he accepted his calling to the ministry, on the first Sunday in May of 1964. On the fourth Sunday in October 1965, Pastor Davis was called to Pastor the Welcome Missionary Baptist Church. Pastor Davis attended the Michigan School of Religion from 1967-1970, where he earned his Doctor of Divinity Degree. He began a radio outreach ministry in February of 1988 where the services were heard over the airwaves of WGPR 107.5 FM each Sunday evening at 6:30p.m. Pastor Davis formally served as the First Vice-President of the Congress on Christian Education of Fellowship District and served faithfully with Sunday School Congress. When Pastor Davis was called to pastor the Welcome Missionary Baptist Church, the congregation had only five(5) members. We marched in the to 3730 Phillip on November 4, 2007. Pastor Davis served as a pillar of the community. Pastor Davis went from labor to reward on Feb. 5, 2009. Celebration of Life and Homegoing will follow, lie in state Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, 4-9p.m. at Welcome Baptist Church and Thursday until. The address is 3730 Phillip, Detroit, MI. Memorial service Thursday at 7pm also at Welcome. Final Homegoing Services Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 10a.m. at the Fountain of Truth F.G.B.C., 8901 Chalmers, Detroit, MI. His grandson Bishop Gregory Davis and the Sons of Welcome officiating.

DAVIS, KATHLEEN M.; age 64; of Walled Lake; died February 25, 2009. Beloved sister of Sheila (John) Mulverhill, Patrick (Marilyn) Davis and the late Gene Paul Davis; aunt of John, Michelle (Cliff), Ryan, Courtney, Meghan (Matt) and Bridget (Michael); great aunt of Tanya, Jaclyn and Levi. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2009, at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 340 Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake (3 blks. S. of Maple Rd.). Friends may visit Sunday, 2 to 6 p.m. and Monday, 10 a.m. until time of service. Memorials to the American Cancer Society appreciated.

DAVIS THOMAS ANDREW DAVIS THOMAS DAVIS age 68 of Milford, February 18, 2009. Beloved husband of Gill; father of Teagen (Bernie) Lefere, Tristen (Michael) Williams, Trent (Jennifer) Davis and ten grandchildren; also leaves his brother Gerald Michael (Lynn) Davis, Margaret Ann Garlow and many dear friends. Mr. Davis was a veteran of the Air Police Reserves and a retired Chief Superintendent of the Power Plant at Metro Airport. A Funeral Service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, on Monday, February 23rd, at 11a.m. Friends may visit Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 3-9 p.m. Donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com

DEAN MICHAEL J DEAN MICHAEL DEAN. MIKEDEAN ; of Waterford; died suddenly February 10, 2009; at 61 years of age. Loving husband of Julie for 17 years; beloved father of Lauren Dean, Jennifer (Jason) Ethridge, Amy (Charlie) Janczarek and Michael Walczuk; treasured grandfather of Alayzia and Charlotte; dearest brother of Charles Robert (Elsie) Dean, Jr. and Kellie Patrick (Marilyn) Dean; loving uncle of Charles Robert (Mary Beth) Dean, III, Patrick S. Dean and Christopher M. Dean. Mike was employed by the Walled Lake School District, where he was a beloved teacher at Clifford Smart Middle School for 39 years. During this time he was a mentor to many. He was a cherished friend, trusted neighbor and an advocate for education and children. Mike was an avid sports fan and loved living on the lake. He was friendly in nature, humble and a man of integrity. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, February 14, 2009, at 11 a.m. at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church (46408 Woodward Ave., Pontiac). Family will receive friends Friday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Coats Funeral Home, Waterford. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made toward his grandchildren s college fund or to U of M Oncology Lymphoma Clinic; envelopes at the funeral home. To send a private condolence to the family, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook. 

DEBOL ELIZABETH J DEBOL ELIZABETH DEBOL Age 85, February 9, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Dear mother of Daryl (Jill), Susan (Joseph) Cilluffo, David and Daniel. Loving grandmother of Stephen, Samuel, Scott, Alexis, Myles, Joseph, Jr., and Frank. Dear sister of Rita Carol, Helen Cendrowski, June (Al) Mlynarek, Rose Bork, Edward (Pat) McMahon and the late Doreen Knapp, Gloria Breeze and Donald McMahon. Visitation Wednesday 4-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township. Rosary 7 p.m. Thursday. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. the time of the Funeral Mass at St. Paul of Tarsus Church, Clinton Township. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Seasons Hospice or the Capuchin Fathers. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com

DeBRINCAT CAROLINE M DeBRINCAT CAROLINE DeBRINCAT Age 91. February 21, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Anthony for 60 years. Loving mother of Frank (Sue), Richard (Pat) and Vera (Allan) Diedo. Cherished grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of seven. Dear sister of Mary (Carm) Aquilina and sister-in-law of Doris Riviera. Funeral Mass Saturday 11 a.m. (in state 10:30 a.m.) at St. Gerald Catholic Church, 21300 Farmington Rd., Farmington, MI 48336. Visitation Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. (Rosary 7 p.m.) at THAYER-ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 33603 Grand River Ave., downtown Farmington (1 Blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). Memorial contributions may be made to St. Gerald Catholic Church. www.thayer-rock.com

DECOREK AUDREY E DECOREK AUDREY DECOREK Age 75 February 2, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Walter. Loving mother of Walter J. (Sue), Cyndi Logan, and Linda (Joe) DiGiovanni. Dearest grandmother of Jonathon Decorek, Sarah Logan, and Alexandra Matvchuk. Dear sister of Joanne (Roger) and sister-in-law of Richard Decorek and Elaine (Roy) Shute. Funeral Friday, 10 a.m. at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 ½ mile), Warren. Visitation Wednesday 5 to 9 and Thursday 1 to 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to: CARE House, 44765 Woodward Ave., Pontiac, MI 48341, Attn: Donations or www.carehouse.org ahpeters.com

DeFOUR BETTY J HALLOCK DeFOUR BETTY HALLOCK DeFOUR BETTY DEFOUR (NEE HALLOCK) February 16, 2009, age 76. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Dear mother of Donna (Joseph) Frontiera, Catherine Alexander, Charles (Pat) Goodson, and Randy Goodson. Stepmother of Joseph, Debbie, Denise, Kim Griffith and Carol DeFour. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Daughter of the late John and Katherine Hallock. Sister of George Hallock, and the late Katherine DeWitte. Visitation at the Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke (S. of 11 Mile Rd. or the 696 Expressway) Thursday from 2-9 p.m. Funeral service Friday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery.

DEGE MARY DEGE Age 90. February 3, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Andrew. Dearest mother of Robert (Janet). Dear sister of Benigna "Lena" Tylak, Rinaldo Campagna and Gofredo "Freddy" Campagna. Loving cousin of Irene Astolfi and Frank Moriconi. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road. Visitation Friday, 2-9 p.m. Memorials suggested to Alzheimer's Association. www.howepeterson.com

DeGREGORIO LENA DeGREGORIO LEE DeGREGORIO Age 82, February 17, 2009 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Steven (Sheri) DeGregorio, Joseph (Barbara) DeGregorio, Charles (Marie) DeGregorio and Donna Carducci. Dear sister of Rose (Dominic) Frabotta. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home on Thursday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Friday, February 20, 2009 at St. Mels Catholic Church. In state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Donations may be made to Make a Wish Foundation. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com

DEIGHTON PHILLIP G DEIGHTON PHILLIP DEIGHTON Age 55 of Livonia, February 2, 2009. Beloved husband of Karen. Loving father of Christopher (Tara), Dr. Sarah (Michael) Deighton-Collins, and Diana (Christopher) Brooks. Proud grandfather of Hayley and Morgan Brooks, and Mackenzie and Jack Phillip Collins. Dear brother of Bruce, Kevin, Dan, Tim, Ken, Steve, and Lynda Polto. Faithful Christian and Clerk of Session at Fellowship Presbyterian Church. Visitation Thursday and Friday 4-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd. (btwn Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until the 10 a.m. Funeral Service at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 10101 Ann Arbor Rd. (at Gotfredson) Plymouth. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the University of Michigan Transplant Center or the American Diabetes Association. To share memories, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com

DELANEY ELIZABETH DELANEY Age 86, of Ann Arbor, passed away February 21, 2009. Beloved mother of Cornelia (Phil) Johnson, Stuart (Beth), and Barbara Delaney. Loving grandmother of J.C. and William Johnson, and Sean and Cara Delaney. Dear sister of Janet Phyfe and Barbara Hart. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorial service at First Presbyterian Church, 701 Church St., Plymouth, Saturday, February 28, 11am. Memorial visitation at Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 S. Main St., Plymouth, Friday 3-9pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Plymouth Community Band or the Plymouth Community Arts Council. Share memories at schrader-howell.com.

DeMAGGIO JOSEPH J DeMAGGIO JOSEPH DeMAGGIO Age 94, and a resident of Bloomfield Hills, passed away on February 24, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian; and is survived by his children, Joann (Terry) Sullivan, Frank (Claudia) DeMaggio, Joyce (Gary) Makowski, Mary (Jerry) McNair and Annette (Gregg) Ford; grandchildren, Lisa, Tina, Dawn, Christina, Christopher, Lee, Laura, Jessica, and six great-grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Regis Catholic Church, 3691 Lincoln Drive, Birmingham, Thursday, February 26th at 10AM. Memorials may be made in his name to Mercy Hospice, 281 Enterprise Ct., Suite 200, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. For further information phone Lynch & Sons, Milford at 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com.

DENNING WILLIAM DENNING JR February 19, 2009. Loving husband of Barbara. Dear father of Robert Denning and Linda (James) Cunningham. Grandfather of Shelby and Kaci. Uncle of Ed Feiler and Fred Feiler. Funeral service 1 p.m. Monday at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia. Visitation 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Memorial contributions maybe made to the Michigan Humane Society or the charity of your choice. Please sign online guestbook at: www.rggrharris.com

DENOMME ELEANOR DENOMME age 94; of Marquette; died early Thursday morning, February 19, 2009, at the Norlite Nursing Center in Marquette. Mrs. Denomme was born on February 25, 1914, in Detroit to the late Floyd E. and Alice M. (Brauer) Sitts. She had lived in Marquette since 2000, moving here from St. Johns, MI. Eleanor loved to sing and was a collector of fine and different hats, wearing them for many occasions. She also took great joy in speaking of her son, Steve s athletic career. Eleanor was a caring and graceful woman who always possessed a keen sense of humor. She was a member of St. Mary s Cathedral in Gaylord. Survivors include one son, Steve Kebler of Valdosta, GA; and two grandchildren, Steve (Pam) Kebler, also of Valdosta, GA, and Susan Stephens of Lula, GA; also a close friend and Eleanor s Marquette family, Mark and Heidi Simon. Eleanor was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Steve Kebler, in 1950 and her second husband, Walter Denomme, in 1988. Visitation will be on Tuesday, February 24, from 10 to 11 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, where a Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Msgr. Jed Patrick officiating. Rite of Committal will take place in May at Fairview Cemetery in Gaylord. Mrs. Denomme s obituary can also be viewed at www.canalefuneral.com where relatives and friends may leave a note of remembrance. The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family.

DePALMA GRAZIA DePALMA Age 96, February 2, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Celestino. Loving mother of Vito (Giulia), Teresa (Ben) Maltese, Rita (Vito) Campanaro, the late Maria (the late Vito) Amennuno, and the late Pasquale (Teresa). Proud grandmother of 13, great-grandmother of 13, and was predeceased by one granddaughter. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m., Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Thursday, in state 10:00 a.m. at St. Linus Catholic Church, 6466 Evangeline (E. of Beech Daly btwn. Warren and Ford Rds.) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Entombment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

DERENIAK STANLEY M DERENIAK STANLEY DERENIAK 76, February 26, 2009, of Roseville. Dear husband (for 54 years) of Phylis D. (nee Wendland). Dear father of Cindy (David) Russo, Pam (Dennis) Germann, Sally (Sam) Loiacano, and Stanley (Kim) Dereniak. Dear son of Alma Dereniak and the late Walter Dereniak. Dear brother-in-law of George (Diane) Wendland. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and one great-grandson. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. and Saturday from 12:30 p.m. until time of the Funeral, 2 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot, Roseville. Friends may share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

DERNBERGER JOHN J DERNBERGER JOHN DERNBERGER of Lincoln Park/Wyandotte. January 31, 2009. Age 93. Beloved husband of the late Gertrude. Loving father of Karen (Lawrence) Tavernier and Linda (Daniel) Johnson. Dear brother of the late Roy Dernberger. Dearest grandfather of Nicole Tavernier. Visitation Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak Street, Wyandotte (734) 285-9000. Funeral Service Wednesday, in state 9:30 a.m. with Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Wyandotte.

DESANTIS LISA MARIE DESANTIS LISA DESANTIS Age 44. February 10, 2009. Beloved daughter of Grace (the late Rocco) DeSantis. Loving sister of Victoria (Michael) Okuniewski and Nicholas (Shelly) DeSantis. Dear aunt of Vincent, Ava Grace and Mia Rose. Dearest niece of Victor (Anna) Colosi, Ferruccio (the late Immacolata) Sisti, Maria (the late Antonio) Giovannelli and Eleuterio (Assunta) DeSantis. Lisa is also survived by many loving cousins. Donations preferred to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons., Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "Online Guestbook" at: WujekCalcaterra.com

DEXTER JUDITH LEE DEXTER JUDITH DEXTER age 66; of Auburn Hills; died February 9, 2009. Sister of Mike Dexter of Auburn Hills and Tom Dexter of Waterford. Memorial Service 11 a.m. Saturday at Pixley Funeral Home - Davis Chapel, 3530 Auburn Rd., Auburn Hills. Inurnment will be Monday, 11 a.m. at White Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the National Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.

DIAZ PELAGIA DIAZ Age 85, February 13, 2009. Beloved wife of Juan. Dear mother of Remedios (Rogelio), Encinares, Alfredo (Daisy), Ramon (Marilou), Gloria (Frank) Canilno, Antonia (Leslie), Elizabeth (Todd) Robertson and John; also survived by 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel), 36100 Five Mile Road (One Mile West of Farmington Road) Sunday 5-9 p.m. and Monday 1-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7:30 p.m. In state St. Edith Catholic Church, 15089 Newburgh (S. of Five Mile Road) Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10 a.m.

DIBERT JOHN DIBERT JACK DIBERT  February 18, 2009. Age 70. Beloved husband of Pat. Father of Susan (Joe), Stephen, Scott and Shawn (Grace). Grandfather of Cassie, Jeremy, Dylan and Alison. Also survived by his mother-in-law Julia and sister Nancy. Visitation Monday 1-9 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 West 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In State Tuesday 10 a.m. until time of mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. www.mccabefuneralhome.com

DICKERSON JOSEPH W DICKERSON JOSEPH DICKERSON Died February 5, 2009 Ret. Captain of the Detroit Fire Dept. and a WWII Vet. in the USCG. He was a beloved husband to Gloria Jean and a loving father to Steven (Julie) Dickerson and to Debra (Dennis) Cassandria. He was pre-deceased by his children Dianne Marie, Joseph Jr., and Elizabeth Jean. He is fondly remembered by many grandchildren. A private viewing will take place at Brewer & Sons Funeral Home, Spring Hill, FL. where cremation will take place. A memorial service will take place in the summer in Michigan.

DiFRANCO ROSE DiFRANCO ROSE Age 88, beloved wife of the late Frank. Most loving mother of Annie (Christopher) Buhay, Sam, Carmen (Mary) and the late Frannie. Precious grandmother of Nicholas, Cecilia and Dominic. Dearest sister of Jenny (Steve) Kuclo, the late John Pugliarisi and the late Dominic (Caroline) Pugliarisi. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2-9 pm. at the Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home 30351 Dequindre (just S. of 13 Mile) In Madison Heights, Parish Rosary 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Monday 10 a.m. (lying in state 9:30 a.m. ) at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4855 Parker in Dearborn Heights.

DI LEO JOSEPH P DI LEO JOSEPH DI LEO Age 89. Died 2-19-09. Joe served in the U.S. Army in WWII in the South Pacific. He was wounded and received the Purple Heart. He is survived by his brother Sam, many nieces and nephews and sister-in-law Bette Gibson. He was predeceased by his wife Victoria (the love of his life). Also, predeceased by his parents, brother Carmen, sisters Millie Monte, Jennie D'Anastasio and Connie Dinielli. Entombment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Capuchins or St. Jude Children's Hospital.

DIXON GERALDINE Z DIXON GERALDINE MOORE DIXON (nee Moore) February 16, 2009. Age 66. Beloved mother of Gregory Timothy Dixon, Sandra Ann (Michael) Peplinski, Donald William (Chris) Dixon and Stephanie Rochelle Marsh. Also survived by nine grandchildren. Significant other Robert Miller. Survived by loving identical twin sister Colleen Fields, Bobby Moore and their families. Arrangements by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons., Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com

DLUGOSIELSKI JOSEPH DLUGOSIELSKI Beloved husband of Rosemarie. Loving father of Donna, Karen (Tim) and Susan. Proud grandpa of Jennifer, Jessica, David, Brandon, Carlie, Christopher and Trevor. Dear brother of Richard (Marie) and the late Valerie. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandzuik & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner 18 and Ryan). Funeral Service Monday in state 9 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial at St. Rene Catholic Church, 35955 Ryan Rd. (N. of 15 Mile). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. On line guest book www.mandziukfuneralhome.com

DOLOT BRUNO J DOLOT BRUNO DOLOT BRUNO J Age 82, Beloved companion of Pauline Cronin-DeMeere. Devoted godfather of Michael Gallina. Cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews. WWII U.S. Army Air Corp veteran, GM retiree of 48 years, and former local president of UAW-Skilled Trades. Visitation Saturday 10 a.m. Funeral Service 12 noon Saturday at Krot Funeral Home, 2687 Caniff, Hamtramck, 313-365-5240. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

DOMKE ARNOLD E DOMKE ARNOLD DOMKE SKIP DOMKE 78, of East Jordan, and formerly of Dearborn, died Sunday, February 8, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. He was born April 18, 1930, to Arnold E. and Lillian (Christie) Domke. Skip graduated from McKenzie High School in Detroit, earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from the University of Idaho, and a Master's degree from the University of Illinois. He served in the US Air Force. Skip enjoyed a successful career in education for more than thirty years, as teacher, coach and athletic director at Edsel Ford High School in Dearborn, retiring to East Jordan in 1986. While at Edsel Ford, he coached the Boys Class A Cross Country State Champions in 1981. Skip enjoyed sailing, swimming, traveling, being outdoors and camping. In 1989, he married Romane (Williams) Everett of Charlevoix. Skip is survived by Romane; his children, James (Michele) Domke of Sunnyvale, Calif., Teresa (William) Beam of Placentia, Calif., Mike (Terri) Domke of Dallas, Tex., Laurie (Anthony) Loncar of Colorado Springs, Colo., David (Lisa) Domke of Seattle, Wash.; grandchildren, Sara and Dan Beam; Chase, William, Samuel, Trisha, and Eric Domke. Skip was preceded in death by his wife Patricia in 1977. Burial will be Tuesday, February 10, in Grand Lawn Cemetery in Detroit. A celebration of his life will be held in Dearborn at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Grandvue Medical Care Facility, East Jordan, MI 49727. The Winchester Funeral Home in Charlevoix is handling arrangements. 

DONLEY BRIAN J DONLEY BRIAN DONLEY February 7, 2009, Age 50. Brian was the youngest son of the late Verle and Rita Donley from Warren, Michigan, and the brother of the late Bill Donley. Brian is survived by his four remaining brothers, Gary (Jackie) Donley, Robert (Barb) Donley, Rodney (Judi) Donley, Tim (Shari)Donley and four sisters, Maureen (Tom) Godin, Mari (Ron) Moran, Melissa (John) Teregan, and Nancy Bale. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews whom he adored. His love of music and beautiful smile will always be remembered by the many friends and family that will miss him dearly. He will live forever in our hearts. Visitation, Saturday, February 14, 2009, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke, Centerline, MI.

DORGAN EDWIN J DORGAN EDWIN DORGAN February 4, 2009, age 88. Beloved husband of the late Delphine. Loving father of Roberta (Carl) Henrichs and Charity Dorgan. Loving grandfather of Carl III, Ellen and Joseph. Dearest brother of Lucille Schubert, Ruth (Ray) Metz, Gloria Schoenrock and the late Betty Thompson. Loving uncle of Faith Marie Kolly. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Sunday 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Monday 10 a.m. at St. Lucy Church, 23410 Jefferson (S. of 9 Mile Rd.). Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

DOOLEY MARY B DOOLEY MARY DOOLEY 97, of Royal Oak died February 1, 2009. Survived by her children Mary (Jack) Curry and John (Mun Hui) Dooley; three grandchildren, three great-grand children and one great-great-grandson. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date. Please call Gramer Funeral Home at 248-435-9010. Inurnment at Lake View Cemetery, Calumet, MI. www.gramerfuneralhome.com

DORMEN KARL STEPHEN DORMEN KARL DORMEN February 3, 2009, age 88. Beloved husband of Louise. Dear father of Maryanne (Rich) Correll, Carl John (deceased), Linda, Catherine Inman, and James (Renee). 13 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren. Visitation Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel), 36100 Five Mile (1 mile W. of Farmington Rd.) Thursday 12 p.m. until time of service 4 p.m.

DORNATT KAREN LOUISE DORNATT KAREN DORNATT November 26, 1947-February 6, 2009. Karen Dornatt passed away February 6 after a sudden cerebral hemorrhage. She had been battling breast cancer for the past 5 months but treatment had been beneficial and she was looking forward to beginning life anew, healthy. She died with family and friends around her in a peaceful state in a hospice in Phoenix, Arizona. During her life Karen delved deeply into spiritual awakenings and enjoyed a special, personal and unique connection to God. She is survived by her sisters Denise Denney, Rochelle Dornatt and Alessandra Derniat, her brother Joseph Dornatt, and her nephews Austin and Ross McGuyer and Joey Dornatt. Memorial services are being planned by the family for a later date in the Detroit metro area. Those wishing to remember Karen in a special way may make contributions to the Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014-5656.

DOSTERT JOHN H DOSTERT JOHN DOSTERT Age 84 of Taylor, February 20, 2009. Beloved husband of Alice. Loving father of John Jr. (Christina), Gloria (Robert) Ellis and the late Sherry Marie. Dearest grandfather of four and great-grandfather of two. Dear brother of Edward Dostert. Funeral service Tuesday 11:00 a.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph. Visitation Monday, 2:00-9:00 p.m. Memorial contributions to the Detroit Fireman's Fund Association. Interment at Our Lady of Hope, Brownstown. www.howepeterson.com

DOUGLAS ANNELISE RUTH DOUGLAS ANNELISE DOUGLAS Age 85, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2009. She is survived by her husband Edwin, her children Bradford Smith and wife Jan, Richard Smith and wife Mary, grandchildren Kristin, Kelly, Ben, Philip, Annelise, great grandchild Lina, sister Gunvor Lynch, and brothers Erik and Finn Bergishagen. Annelise will be deeply missed and always be remembered by her loving family and friends. The family would like to thank the kind people at Canterbury on the Lake for their support, care and compassion. Private services will be held. Family requests memorial contributions to the Michigan Parkinson Foundation, 30400 Telegraph Rd, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 in Annelise's memory...Thank you and God Bless.

DRAHOS SHARON ANN DRAHOS SHARON DRAHOS February 15, 2009. Loving mother of Thomas, David, Jon and Karisa. Dear sister of Richard (Dolores) O'Driscoll. Also survived by two grandchildren. Funeral Tuesday 2 PM from L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.) Family will receive visitors on Monday 1-9 PM, Tuesday 12 Noon until time of service. Share a Memorial Tribute with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com

DRAZBA JOSEPHINE R DRAZBA JOSEPHINE DRAZBA JOSEPHINE PACE DRAZBA (nee PACE) February 16, 2009. Age 85. Beloved wife of the late John W. Dearest mother of Carol (Neil Casale) Malcolm and John A. (Sharon) Drazba. Loving grandmother of John, Matthew (Jennifer), Taylor and Mackenzie. Proud great-grandmother of Nicholas. Dear sister of Maria Leneway. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Monday 7 p.m. In state Tuesday 9 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Matthias Church, 12509 19 Mile Road (W. of Schoenherr). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

DREFFS JANE V DREFFS JANE DREFFS Age 82. Beloved wife of the late Louis. Loving mother of Thomas (Donna), Andrea (Conrad) Schwartz, Michael, Paul (Michelle), Lawrence, Patricia (Lawrence) Shultz and Kenneth (Sharon Cook). Dear grandmother of Lisa (Stephen) Ranzini and Jon Michael (Shaun) Schwartz. Great-grandmother of Joseph Paul Ranzini. Sister of Alice (Casmir) Dreffs. Visitation Friday 3:00-9:00 p.m., Rosary 7:00 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (btwn. 6-7 Mile). In state Saturday 9:30 a.m., Mass 10 a.m. at St. Priscilla, 19120 Purlingbrook (W. of Middlebelt, N. of 7 Mile). Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery.

DROSS HELEN DROSS February 19, 2009. Age 95. Wife of the late Carl. Dear mother of Carol Joy Cohron (Bill) and James Dross (Diane). Sister-in-law of Margaret Stevens, Sue Stevens, and Ruth Drew. Also survived by five nieces, three nephews, and longtime and loving caregiver Yvonne Clay. Family will receive friends at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver) Friday 2-8 p.m. with Trisagion at 6:30 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 1 p.m. at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 760 W. Wattles, Troy. Visitation begins at church 12:30 pm. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

DRYJA SUSAN M DRYJA SUSAN DRYJA Age 61, of Livonia. Passed away January 31, 2009. Loving mother of Kevin (Jennifer) Dryja and Renae (Tony) Upchurch. Proud grandmother of Jacob and Madelyn. Long time friend of Dennis Dryja. Also survived by two brothers, Duane and Gregg Reinke. Visitation on Friday 2-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (btwn Ford and Cherry Hill). A funeral service will be on Saturday, 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. To share a memory with the family, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com

DUCHAN ANNETTE DUCHAN Beloved wife of the late Herbert Duchan. Loving mother of Dr. Bruce Duchan, Barbara (Ron) Stoffer and Aaron (Tamar) Duchan. Also survived by many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren. Services were held Thursday February 12, 2009 at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622. Interment Nusach Hari Cemetery.

DUDEK KEVIN P DUDEK KEVIN DUDEK November 17, 2008. Age 47 of Valdosta, Georgia, formerly of Farmington Hills, MI. Beloved son of Sylvia and the late Frank Dudek. Dear brother of Kenneth (Karen), Deanna (Mark) McClain, Kurt (Hope), and the late Dawn Dudek. Proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. Best friend of Jim and Andrew Denning. A private memorial service was held. Memorial contributions may be made in Kevin's name to The Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street, Detroit, MI 48207. Kevin was a big man with an even bigger heart. He will be missed.

DUDZIK GEORGE S DUDZIK GEORGE DUDZIK Age 78. Beloved husband of the late Loraine. Loving father of Debbie Voss, Audrey Filarski, Julie (Mark) Webb, Mark Dudzik, and Diane (Bob) Delickta. 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Visitation on Thursday from 2-9 p.m. at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8½ Mile Rd. Rosary Thursday 7 p.m. Visitation on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 24800 Phlox. Share your special thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com.

DULA JACOB DULA JR JACOB DULA JR Of Lincoln Park. Age 70. Preceded in death by wife Nancy. Beloved father of Laurie. Loving son of Eleanor. Visitation Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 12-9 p.m. with Rosary at 4 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. with Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak St., Wyandotte, 734-285-9000.

DUMAS IVANKA DUMAS Age 92 of Dearborn. February 9, 2009. Beloved mother of Nadja Budimir. Loving grandmother of Nicholas Budimir, partner Bonnie and daughter Gabriel. Dearest aunt of Sika, Gele, Mile, Morfa, and Andrnika. Visitation Thursday February 12, 2009 from 2-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd. (313) 278-5100. Funeral Friday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment at Woodmere Cemetery. Obituary/Guest Book at www.voranfuneralhome.com

DUNCAN SHIRLEY M DUNCAN SHIRLEY DUNCAN SHIRLEY BROWN DUNCAN Age 76 of Bloomfield Hills, MI, died Tuesday, February 3, at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Streator. She is from the Boyle and Griffith families of Lostant that have been in Illinois for 6 generations. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and a Memorial Service will immediately follow on Friday, February 6, in the Mueller Funeral Home in Lostant. Shirley was born on May 14, 1932 in Detroit to Frank R. and Mildred (Griffith) Brown. She was a graduate of Michigan State University where she met Dean and married him on May 2, 1953. She was strongly connected to her community including: started a nursery school and Deacon at her local church, president of the PTA and active in Goodwill. Shirley is survived by her husband; three daughters, Trina C. Duncan (Stuart W. Rose, Ph.D.) of Poquoson, VA, Michele S. Jones (Richard Rassey) of Clinton Twp., MI, and Heather D. (Mark) Simpson of Park Ridge, IL; and 2 grandchildren, Evan and Clark Simpson. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Shirley M. Duncan Memorial Fund, c/o Illini State Bank, P.O. Box 206, Lostant, Il 61334. Due to her longtime dedication to children and Lostant the funds will support Lostant's playground renovation. The online guestbook may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.MuellerFH.com

DUNCAN VIVIAN I DUNCAN VIVIAN DUNCAN age 90; of Hazel Park, formerly of Grayling; died Friday, February 6, 2009 at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. She was born July 24, 1918 in Pontiac to Martin and Edna Groner. Mrs. Duncan graduated from Pontiac Central High School and was a homemaker. Surviving are her children, Donald (Linda) Duncan of Northville, James Duncan of Jacksonville, FL and Cheryl Duncan of Hazel Park; son-in-law, Charlie Loy of Zephyrhills, FL; sisters, Reta Oltesvig of Howell and Lillian McAlpine of Waterford; nine grandchildren; several great grandchildren and one great great grandson. Her husband, Robert, whom she married in 1939 in Pontiac, died in 2003 and her daughter, Barbara Loy, died in 2007. Visitation Sunday 2 to 8 p.m. and Monday 1 to 8 p.m. Service Tuesday 11 a.m. at the Kinsey-Garrett Funeral Home, 420 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak. Burial, White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Memorial contributions suggested to Beaumont Hospice or the Alzheimers Association or American Cancer Society. www.kinsey-garrett.com

DUNSMORE JOHN E DUNSMORE JOHN DUNSMORE; age 79; Lake Orion; January 27, 2009; passed away peacefully with his family and friends by his side. He is the beloved father to Lorrie (Russ) Hall of Minnesota and Gale (Tom) Marion of Oxford; loving grandfather to Amy (Nick) Rettinger and John Hall of Minnesota, Abby Marion and the most precious and recently deceased, Mac Marion of Oxford. John was born in Stratford, Ontario, on October 11, 1929. He joined the U.S. Army in 1948 and is a Korean War veteran. Following his military service, he lived in Rochester for many years and worked for the Martin Bus Lines and for his aunt and uncle, Nelda and Earl Carmichael, and the Carmichael School Bus Lines of Rochester. In 1956, he began his 40 year long career working as a test driver at the Ford Michigan Proving Grounds in Romeo where he was a dedicated and loyal employee until the day he retired and was almost always seen proudly wearing his Ford hat. He eventually moved to Lake Orion where he became a favorite friend to many, especially Nick and Tara Christi, owners of Christi s Bar & Grill, Jaqui McMahon, & Keith Flannigan, with whom he enjoyed yearly trips to Cancun, Mexico. John was a simple and genuine person who enjoyed the comfort of having good friends in his life, his own stool to sit on at his favorite bar, and the family he was very proud of. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him! A special thanks to all of the wonderful people who cared for John at Harbor Chase Memory Care facility in Auburn Hills and to In-House Hospice. Your friendship and kindness will never be forgotten! Visitation Saturday, February 7, 2009, 5 to 9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Service at Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Burial Monday, February 9, 2009, 11 a.m. at Guardian Angel Cemetery, 4701 N. Rochester Rd., Rochester. Suggested memorials to the Muscular Dystrophy Association Farmington Hills, MI. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

DUSZA LOTTIE A DUSZA LOTTIE DUSZA Age 87. Beloved wife of the late Walter. Dearest aunt of Rod Marlinga and dear sister of Joseph Marlinga. Services Monday, in state 9 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Heaven, 8200 Rolyat Street, Detroit, Mass at 9:30 a.m. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. at the Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery.

DUSENBURY BETTY LOU DUSENBURY BETTY DUSENBURY daughter of the late Leonard and Iva Jane VanderKooy; and beloved wife of the late Kleber Dusenbury; died February 8, 2009, in Florida. Dearest mother of Kleber (Sharon) Dusenbury, of South Carolina; Kim (David) Gaide, of Fort Myers; and Karen (Bob) Sak of Burton, MI; devoted grandma to Wendy Sak, Alex Sak, David (Lindsay) Gaide, Zachary Gaide and Kristie Kennington; loving great grandmother of Braydon; sister of Richard (Sue) VanderKooy of Goodrich, Phyllis Herron of Saginaw, Gloria Scheall of Davison, Gerrit (Hazel) VanderKooy of Colorado and Leroy (deceased) Lois of Saginaw; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Betty worked at Wrigley s when she met her husband and later was homemaker until the death of her husband. She went back to work at Hughes & Hatcher clothing store until her retirement to North Fort Myers in 1981. Betty was a member of NARFE and a lifetime member of Elks BPOE of Pontiac, MI. A Chapel Service will be held at White Chapel Cemetery in Troy, MI, on Thursday, February 12, at 2 p.m. Donations may be given on Betty s behalf to either of these programs at Lee Memorial Health System: Auxiliary Education Scholarship Fund for future healthcare workers or the Military Support Program; P.O. Box 2218, Fort Myers, FL 33902. Arrangements entrusted to Harrington & Temrowski Funeral Home in Clarkston.

DUYCK ALBERT C DUYCK ALBERT DUYCK Age 86, January 30, 2009. Beloved husband of Clare. Dear father of Robert (Lucille), Donna (William) Sanders, David and Annette. Loving grandfather of Dennis, Cheryl, Jack and Cathy. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores. Prayers 7 p.m. Monday. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m., the time of funeral Mass at St. Gertrude Church, St. Clair Shores. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to In House Hospice. Share a memory with the family at: www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

DYDE CAROL ANN DEPA DYDE CAROL DEPA DYDE CAROL DYDE February 14, 2009. Age 45 of Commerce Township died February 14, 2009. Carol died peacefully in St. Johns Hospice after suffering an acute heart arrhythmia on November 27, 2008. Beloved wife of Paul. Devoted mother to Cameron and Noel. Dearly loved daughter of Joanne and the late Ted Depa. Much loved sister of Patricia, Don, Mark and Gary (Dona) Depa. Dearly loved niece of Frances Lee (Palazzolo), Rosalie House (Palazzolo), Carol Palazzolo, Jerry (Dorthea) Palazzolo, and the late Mathew (Catherine) Palazzolo, and the late Dominic Palazzolo. Daughter-in-law to Thomas and Kathy Dyde, Jack and Jean Whitehead. Sister-in-law to Garry and Olivia Dyde and the late Tony Dyde and Anne. She is also survived by many nephews and nieces. Carol is also survived by countless friends and loved ones. Carol was such a special person who touched the lives of everyone she met. She will live in the hearts of her family and friends forever. We are left with our memories of her giving spirit, laughter, love and dedication to everyone she loved. In lieu of flowers an Education Trust Fund for Carol's sons c/o Public Service Credit Union. Resting at L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail) Monday 4-9 p.m. and Tuesday 12-9 p.m. Rosary Tuesday evening. In state Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Linus Catholic Church, 6466 Evangeline (W. of Telegraph) until time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com

DYKE WILLIAM DYKE February 2, 2009. Age 98. Beloved husband of Helen for 71 years. Loving father of Ronald (Patricia), Judith Hernandez, Robert (Kathy) and the late William (Virginia). Also survived by eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation at McFarland Foss Funeral Home, 5401 Schaefer, Dearborn, Thursday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Friday, 12 noon at St. Barbara Catholic Church, with visitation beginning at 11:30 a.m. Burial St. Hedwig Cemetery.

DZBANSKI ZACHARY MARK DZBANSKI ZACHARY DZBANSKI Age 14. February 8, 2009 of Madison Heights, MI. Loving son of Tony and Linda (Rutherford) Dzbanski. Dear brother of Rachael Dzbanski. Grandson of Bernard and Virginia Dzbanski, Addie Rutherford-Zook and the late Carl Rutherford. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation Wednesday 4-8 p.m. and Thursday 3-8 p.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre (1 block S. of 13 Mile Rd.) Madison Heights. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral 10:30 a.m. at Lutheran Church of the Master, 3333 Coolidge Rd., Troy. Interment Highland Cemetery. Memorials for Zachary Mark Dzbanski (checks payable to Anthony or Linda Dzbanski) c/o Lutheran Church, of the Master, 3333 Coolidge Rd., Troy MI 48084.

DZIEDZIC LAWRENCE J DZIEDZIC LAWRENCE DZIEDZIC Age 85, died February 10, 2009. Beloved husband of Theresa Rose for 61 years. Dear father of Robert Landon (Kathy), Daniel (Dorothy) and Susan (Michael) Gorang. Grandfather of three; Robert, Mary Beth and Alex. Great-grandfather to Katie and Mina Marie. Survived by sisters Charlotte Komosa and Mary Makiej, as well as many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by brothers; Stanley, Casmier and Chester. In state Saturday, February 14 at 12:00p.m. until time of Mass at 12:30p.m. at St. Edmund Catholic Church, 14025 Twelve Mile Rd., Warren. Visitation Friday, February 13 from 2-9 p.m., with a Rosary at 8p.m., at D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover

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