BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
February 2009
LAST NAME "L"
LaCAPRARA GIOVANNA LaCAPRARA Age 88, February 6, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Nicola. Dearest mother of Anthony (Mary Ann), Anna, Nick and Joseph. Loving grandmother of Joseph, Lisa, Nicholas, Salvatore, Joseph, Pasquale, Veronica, Nicola, Andrea, Lauren and 12 great-grandchildren. Dear sister-in-law of Domenico (Angela). Family will receive friends Sunday 1-8 p.m. with 6:30 p.m. Rosary at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren (3 blocks east of Beech Daly) Dearborn Heights. In state Monday 11 a.m. at Church of the Divine Child until 11:30 a.m. Mass.
LACHOWSKI STANLEY LACHOWSKI Age 86, February 19, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Olga for 64 years. Loving father of Karen (Aaron) Mackey and Lawrence (Valerie) Lachowski. Dearest grandfather of Brent, Kayla, and Troy. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. Scripture Service Friday 7 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (one block N. of 12 Mile Rd.) Warren In state Saturday 9 a.m. until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, 4256 Bart, Warren. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery.
LaDUCER JOHN A La DUCER JOHN La DUCER Age 59. February 22, 2009. Beloved husband of Karen. Loving father of Tamra and Nicholas. Dear brother of Bev (Kevin) Quinn and Ron (Jean). Proud grandfather of Ethan. Also survived by several nephews and one niece. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. and service Friday 11:30 a.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 3229 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45229. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
LAFATA JOSEPH A LAFATA JOSEPH LAFATA Beloved husband of Danielle. Best dad forever of Antonio, Alex and Ella. Loving son of Antonio and Sharon. Dearest grandson of Tina Lafata and Roberta Puttie. Dear brother of Renee (Dennis) Giesey. Joe was a true friend to many and will be a song in our heart. Memorial Mass Friday 10:00 a.m. at St. Gertrude Church. Memorial visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Expressions of sympathy may be made at kaulfuneralhome.com
LAFRAMBOISE ELTON J LAFRAMBOISE ELTON LAFRAMBOISE Went home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 30th, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Anna Mae (nee Sanecki). Loving father of Michael (Gail) and Joseph (Janice). Dearest grandfather of Amber and Megan. Preceded in death by his parents Angeline (nee Roulo) and Louis and Ira LaFramboise; wife, Anna Mae; brother, James; and sisters, Alfrieda and Susan. Elton was a long time parishioner of St. Mary's Catholic Church and resident of Wayne, Belleville and Canton areas. He was employed as a tool and die maker for Republic Tool and Die and Hydromatic until his retirement in 1985. Elton enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and gunsmith. He moved to Canadian Lakes in August 2002. Visitation will be on Monday, Feb. 2nd from 5-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 34567 Michigan Ave., Wayne, Michigan. Funeral Services are on Tuesday, Feb. 3rd at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Michigan.
LAHTI NORA C LAHTI NORA LAHTI Age 72, February 5, 2009. Beloved wife of ROBERT R. LAHTI. Loving mother of Lori (Joseph) Alioa and Gary (Stacy) Lahti. Cherished grandmother of Bryan, Nicholas, Brooke and Brendan. Dear sister of the late Lillian Paulson. Memorial service 12 noon Monday, February 9, 2009 at: Finnish Center Association 35200 W. 8 Mile Road, Farmington Hills. Family to receive friends from 11 a.m. until 12 noon service. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Finnish Center Association or the charity of your choice. www.Thayer-Rock.com
LAIDLAW DAVID ORVILLE LAIDLAW DAVID LAIDLAW Age 89. A resident of North Carolina, formerly of Milford, died February 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Lee Laidlaw. Loving father of Ayesha Lancaster, Linda Whipple, John (Kathleen) Laidlaw, Charles (Rebecca) Jolley, Carol (Timothy) Vance and Barbara Durren; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Also survived by many loving extended family members and dear friends. Preceded in death by his wife, Georgine Laidlaw (d. 1980); their sons, Andrew Laidlaw (d. 1974) and Thomas Jolley (d. 1992); grandson, Todd Laidlaw (d. 1989) and brother, Dr. Robert Laidlaw (d. 1980). Mr. Laidlaw retired as the director at Huron-Clinton Metroparks. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 East Liberty, Milford, Saturday, February 21 at 12 O'clock. Burial Oak Grove Cemetery. Pastor Nathan Whipple to officiate. Friends may visit 10 a.m. until time of service. Memorial donations are being accepted for the David Laidlaw Memorial Garden Fund, payable to Galloway Ridge, Inc. (Memorial Garden), 3000 Galloway Ridge Road, Pittsboro, NC 27313. For further information please call 248-684-6645 or: www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
LaJOY WILLIAM H LaJOY WILLIAM LaJOY February 21, 2009. Beloved husband of Joyce. Loving father of Theresa L. (Michael) Bates, Catherine M. (James) Wiser, Sandra J. (Lee) Walker and the late Stephen. Dearest grandfather of Stephen, Sarah, Carolyn, Lara, Emily and Diana. Also survived by three brothers and one sister. Resting at L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt (at Ann Arbor Trail) Monday 2-9 p.m. Scripture Service Monday at 7 p.m. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Bernardine of Siena, 31463 Ann Arbor Tr. (at Merriman Rd.) until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Association would be appreciated. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com
LAKE MARY KATHLEEN LAKE MARY LAKE Age 56 of Taylor. February 10, 2009. Loving wife of Edward. Beloved mother of Steven (Sarah) and Aaron Sr. (Sherri). Dearest grandmother of Brandon, Aaron Jr., Dominic and Skylar. Loving daughter of Leonard and Mary Seese. Dear sister of Victoria (David) Wilkie, April (Joseph) Lalland and the late Leonard. Visitation Friday February 13, 2009 from 2-9p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23750 Goddard Rd. (313) 291-1800. Funeral Saturday 1:00 p.m. from the funeral home. Interment Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made to the family for burial purposes. Obituary/Guest Book at www.voranfuneralhome.com
LAMBERT BRUCE J LAMBERT BRUCE LAMBERT Age 51. Beloved son of George and Rosemary. Dear brother of Alison Caron, Carol Emans, and Mary Jackson. Uncle of Jeanine, Christina, Michelle, Jason, Thomas, Patrick, Brittany, Jade, and Zach. Visiting Saturday 10 a.m. until 12 noon Funeral Services at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (between 6-7 Mile). Interment Glen Eden Cemetery.
LAMBRECHT BARBARA A LAMBRECHT BARBARA LAMBRECHT February 11, 2009, age 61. Beloved wife of David. Loving mother of Deborah Lambrecht (John Kalist) and Victoria (Harold) Sartor. Proud grandmother of Blake Sartor and Kasie Kalist. Dear sister of Jackie (Jerry) Hildreth. Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills. Funeral Mass Saturday, in state 10:30 a.m. with Mass 11 a.m. at St. Colman Catholic Church, 32500 Middlebelt Rd. Farmington Hills. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
LAMONTAINE CECELIA LAMONTAINE Age 73. February 15, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Ronald. Dear mother of Gerald (Carrie), Vickie (Bruce Robbins) and Susan (Dwayne Foster). Predeceased by her children Debra and Toby. Grandmother of 14. Great grandmother of 12. Sister of Bruce White. Visitation Monday 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday 11:30 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill).
LANAGAN DOLORES F LANAGAN DOLORES LANAGAN Age 78, February 5, 2009 of Grosse Ile. Beloved wife of Herman George. Loving mother of Jude and Andrew. Dearest grandmother of Jay and Jonathon, and great grandmother of Reann and Nathan. Dear sister of Sr. Barbara Borkowski. In state Saturday 6-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the Trenton Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd., Trenton and Monday 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 21599 Parke Lane, Grosse Ile until time of Mass 10 a.m. Wake service Sunday 4:30 p.m. Entombment Michigan Memorial Park. Please visit on line guest book at www.martenson.com.
LANGAN SHERRIE ANN KITCHEN LANGAN SHERRIE KITCHEN LANGAN SHERRIE LANGAN (NEE KITCHEN) February 3, 2009, age 54. Beloved wife of Dennis. Proud and loving mother of Rachele and Mitchel. Dear daughter of the late Richard T. and June Kitchen and sister of Rick Kitchen (Norman Van Etten), Debbie (Vic) Tovar, and Julie (Mike) Schmitt. Loving aunt of Billy Heike, and Dani and Randi Schmitt, and niece of Jack (Bonnie) Kitchen, Mari (Brian) Sherwood, and Shirley (Dale) Tilley. Sherrie worked as a bus driver for Chippewa Valley School District, and was an avid bowler. She will be most remembered for being a loving wife and mother. Visitation Sunday 2-8 pm. Memorial Service Monday 11 a.m at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Please share memories with the family at their "On line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
LARK ERNEST E LARK ERNEST LARK February 23, 2009, age 98. Beloved husband of the late Loretta. Dear father of Dennis, Richard and the late Carole Hetherington. Father-in-law of Carol, Susan and Gerald Hetherington. Grandfather of Erick (Andrea) Hetherington, Michael (Sheri) Hetherington, Lisa, Bryan, David and Karin. Great grandfather of Amber, Ava and Ian Hetherington. Ernest will also be remembered by Kimberly Dyer, Sebastian Encina and Julie Henninger. Funeral Friday 11 a.m. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church (Military and Garrison). In state at 10 a.m. until time of service. Visitation Thursday 2-8 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Penrickton Center for Blind Children or Angela Hospice. howepeterson.com.
LARSEN, ALFRED K.; of Waterford; February 24, 2009; age 68. Loving husband of Patricia Ann Place Larson for over 45 years; dear father of Michael Allen Larsen and his wife, Cynthia Mroz-Larsen, of Waterford and Robert Eric Larsen of Inkster; dear brother of Betty Lou (Tony) Herbest, Diana Penoyer and preceded in death by Carol Jean Judy, Edith Mary Larsen and David George Larsen; beloved grandfather of Erica and Nicole. Mr. Larsen retired as an inspector from General Motors and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Funeral Services will be Saturday, February 28, 2009, 3 p.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, 4 to 8 p.m. Interment Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society of America. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
LARSON ROBERT A LARSON ROBERT LARSON Age 78. February 3, 2009. Beloved husband of Nancy. Dear father of Karen (Charles) Cosgrove, Joan (Michael) Shaffer, Michael (Kimberly) Larson, Calvin (Tim Cuevas) Wilson and the late Connie Brabant. Proud grandfather of Andrew, Cory, Ben, Dillon, Sara, Jayme, Jake, Grady and Cyrus. Also survived by a brother Arthur (Janet) Larson, nieces and nephews. Mr. Larson was a graduate of U of M and retired as Assistant Managing Director of the Wayne County Road Commission. Memorial Service 11a.m. Saturday, February 7 (Family Gathering at Church from 10a.m.) at the Allen Park Presbyterian Church, 7101 Park, Allen Park. Memorial contributions to the Allen Park Presbyterian Church or Angela Hospice would be appreciated. Arrangements by Weise Funeral Home, 7210 Park, Allen Park (313-382-1150). See online obituary/guestbook at www.weisefuneralhome.com
LASKOWSKY HAROLD CLAIR LASKOWSKY HAROLD LASKOWSKY Age 81 of Harrison passed away Thursday, February 19, 2009. Harold was born March 13, 1927 in Detroit, MI, the son of George and Alma (Cable) Laskowsky. Mr. Laskowsky was united in marriage to Betty Ruth Taulbee on June 23, 1950 at Epiphany Lutheran Church, Detroit. Mr. Laskowsky was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church—Harrison, Harrison Sportsman Club and a past member of the Clare County Sheriff Reserves. Harold earned the rank of Eagle Scout on October 16, 1944. He was an avid wildlife observer. Surviving is his loving wife, Betty R. Laskowsky of Harrison, one son, Karl (Karen) Laskowsky of Woodbridge, VA, one daughter, Cynthia (Brian) Murphy of Huntington Woods, MI, one sister, Betty Lenk of Edmund, OK, seven grandchildren: Katrina Laskowsky, Kurt Laskowsky, Emily (Franz) Rosenzweig, Eva (Nate) Mays, Patrick Murphy, Elisabeth Murphy and Dana Murphy, three loving pets: Dingo, Sheba and Bandit. Mr. Laskowsky was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers: Arnold, Wilbur and Norbert Laskowsky and two sisters: Arbutus Hinchey and Darlene Johnson. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Luke Lutheran Church, Harrison. Visitation Tuesday 4-8 p.m. at Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison. Inurnment Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak, MI. Memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Laskowsky may be considered to: St. Luke Lutheran Church or Michigan Humane Society. To share an online condolence with Harold's family, please visit www.stockingfuneralhome.com (989) 539-7810
LATHAM CATHERINE LATHAM CATHERINE MARYO LATHAM (nee MARYO) born October 19, 1929, died Thursday, February 26, 2009 after a long illness. She was the beloved wife of Gerald, who died in January, and loving mother of Karen (Tom) Milligan and Craig (Lynne). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jeffrey Milligan and Elizabeth and Scott Latham. Kate was a devoted mother who considered raising her children her most important job. A lifelong resident of Dearborn, she delivered Meals On Wheels with her husband, and volunteered at Snow Elementary School for many years. Kate was also an accomplished artist and a member of the Sweet Adelines. Funeral Sunday 2 pm at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation Saturday 6:30 - 9 pm and Sunday 12 Noon till time of service. Memorials to NORD - National Organization for Rare Disorders, P.O. Box 8923; New Fairfield, CT 06812-8923. howepeterson.com
LAUSMAN REV ROY E LAUSMAN REV ROY LAUSMAN passed away on Friday, February 20, 2009. Roy served at churches in Stonyhill, Indianapolis, Royal Oak, Mt. Clemens, Lima and Middletown. He has served on numerous boards with the United Church of Christ. Roy was preceded in death by his loving wife Lois. They shared the ministry and life together for over 43 years. They had three sons, David (Carol), John (Brenda) and Mark (Eileen); along with grandchildren, Thomas, Kurt (Tracy), Tara and Krista and great-grandson, Berkley. Roy has continued to remain active in the ministry. Funeral Monday, Feb. 23rd at 12 Noon from Henry Ford Village Chapel (Ford Rd. at Greenfield Rd.) in Dearborn. In State from 11 AM. Visitation Sunday, Feb. 22nd 2-8 PM from the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. www.howepeterson.com
LAVIGNE LEO A LAVIGNE LEO LAVIGNE February 12, 2009. Age 85. Loving husband of the late Rosalie. Brother of Andrew (Grace). Survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 12-8 p.m. Funeral Service Sunday 7:30 p.m. at Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery.
LaVOIE ROSE MARY LaVOIE ROSE LaVOIE February 15, 2009. Age 70. Beloved mother of Jeffrey W. (Susan), Paul E. (Kristi), Richard M., Denise M. and Rhonda Russell. Dear sister of Dorothy (John) Skowronek, Thomas (Peggy) Gruba, James (Mary) Gruba, Kathleen (David) Jatczak and Michael (Isabel) Gruba. Dear grandmother of Brie, Colby, Megan, Delaney, Daniel and Katie. Memorial service Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. from the Chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Rd. (W. of Lilley Rd.). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com
LAW FREDERICK J LAW FREDERICK LAW age 82; of White Lake; passed away on February 2, 2009, in Clearwater, FL. Mr. Law retired from the Detroit Fire Department as a Lieutenant; served in the U.S. Navy during W.W.II aboard the USS Lexington. He also was a member of the American Legion in Grand Haven, MI, and enjoyed spending time with family, fishing and watching the horses. Loving husband of 60 years to Velma; proud father of Fred (the late Pam) Law, Christine (David) LaRouche, Mary (Todd) Hix, Anne (Michael) Greenberg and Betty Proctor; dear grandfather of Guy, Andre, Sarah, Kevin, Krystal, Keely, Kirstin, Nathan and Natalie; great grandfather of Ciara, Leo and Adrianna; brother of Mary (the late John) McHugh and Robert (Annette) Law; along with many relatives and friends. Mr. Law was preceded in death by his brother, Ebmund (the late Mary) Law, and Florence (the late Tom) Gibson. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 7, 2009, at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9086 Hutchins Rd., White Lake. The visitation will be Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Road, White Lake. There will be a Rosary Friday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Law will Lie in State on Saturday from 10 a.m. until mass. Interment at All Saints Cemetery, Waterford. In lieu of flowers, memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home for the Michigan Humane Society. Please visit www.MEM.com and leave a tribute.
LEASURE LOIS MARION LEASURE LOIS LEASURE born February 24, 1930; passed away January 30, 2009. Survived by daughters, Wanda Doherty, Linda Wert, Robin McCoy; son, Walter Krueger; grandmother of seven and two great grandchildren. Preceded in death by daughter, the late Dorothy Grinnell. A Memorial Luncheon will be held at V.F.W. Hall Post #1370, 800 Oakland Ave., Pontiac, MI. today Wednesday, February 4, 2009 1 to 4 p.m.
LEFEBVRE ROBERT LEFEBVRE Age 80. February 2, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary Lou. Loving father of Carol (Rick), Elaine, Terry, Don (Sue), Bob (Debi), Chris (Bob), Karen (Tom), Jack (Robbin), Gerard (Kathleen), Rosanne (Bob), and Michelle (Steve). Proud grandfather of over 60 grandchildren. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 26123 MacDonald, Dearborn Heights. Visit Wednesday 12 until 8 p.m with Rosary 7 p.m. at The Fisher Funeral Home, 24501 Five Mile (between Beech Daly and Telegraph), Redford Township, 313-535-3030. Memorials suggested to Alzheimer's Association.
LEKTZIAN HELEN ROSE LEKTZIAN HELEN LEKTZIAN of Ovid; age 74; born in Bicknell, IN, December 6, 1934; passed away on February 6, 2009. On this day we lost a very special person who was the best mother that any of her three children, Michael, Joan and David, could have ever imagined. For 40 years she was the loving wife of Sam Lektzian, who preceded her in death. She was also a tremendously loving and caring grandmother to her seven grandchildren, Zachery, Katy, Annabel, Amelia, Sammy, Asta and Lucy; Helen will also be greatly missed by her daughters-in-law, Stacey and Jovita, whom she loved and cared for greatly; Helen s brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Louise Branch, will also miss her deeply. Helen was preceded in death by her mother and father, Dot and Grover Branch, her sister, Ardella, and her brother, Larry. Helen was a schoolteacher for many years in the Waterford school district, and she never lost her joy for reading to and teaching her children and grandchildren. She truly did always put her family first in her life. Helen was the special kind of person whom everybody liked, and she will be deeply missed by all. The family would prefer that in lieu of flowers memorials be made to the St. Jude Children s Hospital at www.stjude.org/tribute or by contacting 800-873-6983. Helen preferred not to have a funeral, but if you would like to share memories or offer condolences, an online guest book and pictorial memorial is available at www.keck-colemanfuneralhome.com
LAUSMAN REV ROY E LAUSMAN REV ROY LAUSMAN passed away on Friday, February 20, 2009. Roy served at churches in Stonyhill, Indianapolis, Royal Oak, Mt. Clemens, Lima and Middletown. He has served on numerous boards with the United Church of Christ. Roy was preceded in death by his loving wife Lois. They shared the ministry and life together for over 43 years. They had three sons, David (Carol), John (Brenda) and Mark (Eileen); along with grandchildren, Thomas, Kurt (Tracy), Tara and Krista and great-grandson, Berkley. Roy has continued to remain active in the ministry. Funeral Monday, Feb. 23rd at 12 Noon from Henry Ford Village Chapel (Ford Rd. at Greenfield Rd.) in Dearborn. In State from 11 AM. Visitation Sunday, Feb. 22nd 2-8 PM from the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. www.howepeterson.com
LEMONS BOB LEMONS BUCKY LEMONS February 26, 2009. Age 61 of Redford. Loving husband of Christine (Tina). Loving son of Edna Hernandez and the late Harvey Lemons. Greatest Big Brother of Linda (Jerry) Montry, Mary Lynn Sullivan, and Sally (Dugie) Meredith. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Retired from Detroit Diesel after 39 years and is a member of The Living Word Church of God. Family will receive friends Saturday 4-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-8 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Rd., Redford. Celebration of Life Service Monday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to ALS.
LEOW SHURL LEOW Age 88. February 14, 2009. Beloved Husband of the late Rose. Loving Father of Kathleen (Rudy) Hennig, and Lawrence (Jacky). Proud Grandfather of Cheri (Pete) Wolf, Wendy, Josh, Madison, and Lauren. Great grandfather of Steve. Funeral Tuesday 10:00 AM at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile), Warren. Visitation Monday 2 to 8 PM. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. ahpeters.com
LESINSKI MARY FRANCES LESINSKI MARY LESINSKI FRANNY LESINSKI Passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 11, 2009, at her home in Delray Beach, FL. She was 57. Born in Detroit on April 8, 1951, Franny received her B.A. from MSU, and previously worked in Fashion Merchandising. Preceded in death by her father, T. John Lesinski, and her youngest brother, Thomas J. Lesinski. Franny is survived by her mother, Carol Lesinski of Boca Raton, FL; sisters, Susan Lesinski of New York, NY, and Patricia Paul of Tucson, AZl; brothers, Kevin Lesinski of Sausalito, CA, and Steven Lesinski of Delray Beach, FL; sisters- and brothers-in-law; and nieces and nephews. In spite of challenges Franny remained cheerful, and was a source of joy to her many friends and family. Family will receive friends Tuesday 4-8 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Funeral Mass Wednesday 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart of the Hills Church, 3400 S. Adams Road, Auburn Hills. Visitation begins Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. View obituary and share memories at: www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
LEVENTER DR IRA LEVENTER DR LEVENTER Beloved husband of Diana Laventer. Dear father of Dr. Mark (Dr. Kathleen Anzicek) Leventer, Robert (Jenna Blaustein) Leventer and Jan (Dr. Kenneth Axelrad) Leventer. Loving grandfather of Sarah Parker Leventer, Eva, Loren, Edward and Benjamin Leventer, Greg Axelrad and Ben Axelrad. Also remembered by many loving family members and friends. A MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD AT A LATER DATE. ARRANGMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com
LEVIN ARTHUR DAVID LEVIN ARTHUR LEVIN Beloved son of Justice Charles L. Levin and Patricia Oppenheim Rice. Dear brother of Amy (Matt) Ragen, Fredrick (Marsha) Levin, Benjamin White Levin and Francesca White Levin. Also survived by Benjamin and Francesca's mother Judge Helene White. Uncle of Jacob and Joshua Ragen and Emily Levin. SERVICES 11:00 FRIDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
LEVIN HAROLD LEVIN Beloved husband of Doris. Loving son of the late Meyer and Pearl Levin. Dear father of Debra (Larry) Snider, Sharil (Jeffery) Roby, Jay (Andrea) Levin, Michael Levin and Marcee (Neil) Clemens. Loving grandfather of Aimee, Samantha Roby, Ari, Shelby Levin, Rachel (Justin) Freedland, Lindsay, Eric Steingold, Jacob, Alexa, Tessa Levin. Dear brother of Lorraine (Paul) Kales, Yale (Anna) Levin and Karen Block. Dear brother in law of Lucille (Maynard) Gordon and the late Arnold and Loretta Mandel. Services Monday 11:00 a.m., at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (248) 543-1622. Interment at Clover Hill Park Cemetery.
LEVIN MOLLY L LEVIN MOLLY LEVIN Beloved wife of the late Morris. Dear mother of Adele (Alvin) Nodler, Arlene (Marvin) Gurecki, Menachem (Shoshana) Levin, Nancy (Harry) Topper and Jacki (Steve) Silvergleit. Loving sister of Ruth Middleman. Dear grandmother of many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services Friday 10:30 AM at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (248)-543-1622. Interment at Beth Yehudah Cemetery, Workmen's Circle.
LEWANDOWSKI HENRY LEWANDOWSKI HANK LEWANDOWSKI February 19, 2009. Age 91. Very loving husband of Eleanor and the late Hattie. Dearest father of Michaline (Ronald) West, Henry Jr. (Connie), Sharon (Carmine) Savastano, and Phillip. Grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of four. Uncle of Kathy and Bob. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. with Mass to follow at 10 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 31530 Beechwood (2 blocks N. of Ford Rd., W. of Merriman Rd.), Garden City. Visitation Sunday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile Rd. (between Middlebelt and Merriman), Livonia. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. www.neely-turowski.com.
LEWANDOWSKI LOTTIE LEWANDOWSKI Age 78, passed away, peacefully, surrounded by her family on February 21, 2009. Beloved wife of Melvin ("Pini"). Loving mother of Gary (Lori), Barb and David (Paulette). Loving grandmother of Eric, Steph, Lisa, Kristy, Carly, Alex and Megan. Dearest sister of Jean Green, Michael Czuchaj and Ted (Judy) Czuchaj. Preceded in death by parents, Michael and Antionette and brother, Stanley. She was a very talented and creative artist, seamstress, cook and gardener who enjoyed many awards for the "best landscaped home" in her subdivision. She loved arts and crafts, golf, watching baseball and most importantly, her family. She will be greatly missed and forever remembered for her great inner strength and for the love she had for her family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 24 at st. John Vianney Catholic Church, 54045 Schoenherr Rd., Shelby Township. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Arrangements were entrusted to D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12˝ Mile Rd.) in Warren. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com
LEWIS ELEANORE LEWIS ELLIE LEWIS February 2, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert "Bob". Dear mother of Michael, Carol (Bryan) Yakel, Robert, Donald, and John (Jennifer). Loving grandmother of eight. Sister of Geraldine (Gerald) Wszola, Ernest (Pat) Bedard, Frank (Lisa) Bedard and Mary Wendt. Visitation at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800, Sunday 2-9 p.m. Scripture Service Sunday 7:00 p.m. In state at Holy Family Church, 24505 Meadowbrook, Novi, Monday 10:00 a.m. until the funeral liturgy at 10:30 a.m. Donations can be made to the Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliot, Detroit, MI. On-Line sympathy message at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com
LEWIS JOSEPH E LEWIS JOSEPH LEWIS Age 87 of Hillman, Michigan. Beloved husband of Joanne; dear father of Gregory (Nerida) Lewis, Phillip (Julie) Lewis, Dolores (John) Moore, Lawrence (Brenda) Russell, Daniel (Yvette) Russell, Thomas (Susan) Russell and Kristopher (Cheryl) Russell. Loving grandfather of 22 and great-grandfather of 15; dear brother of George W. Lewis and Tom (Betty) Lewis. Pre-deceased by wife Lorraine, brothers Louis (Harriet and the late Pat) Lewis, John (Rose) Lewis and sisters Ollie (Richard) Wright and Elizabeth Kalep. Funeral Friday; 10:30am, Prayers at Lyle Elliott Funeral Home, 31730 Mound Rd. in Warren with 11am Mass at St. Anne Catholic Church, 32000 Mound Rd. in Warren. Burial at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials suggested to The Kidney Foundation or American Diabetes Foundation.
LIEDEL WAYNE C LIEDEL WAYNE LIEDEL Age 80 of Westland. Passed away February 3, 2009. Beloved husband of Eunice. Loving father of Curt (Debbie) Liedel, Joni (Ron) Rettman, Denise (Chris) Rexin, and Susan (Mike) West. Proud grandfather of nine and great-grandfather of four. Brother of Lois (Ken) Sanborn, Sandy (Ron) Derham, Dick (Elaine) and the late Larry (Gail). Visitation Thursday 1-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (btwn Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass at 10 a.m. at Church of the Divine Savior, 39375 Joy Rd., Westland. Memorial contributions may be made to the Open Door Mission, 631 W. Fort Street, Detroit, Michigan 48226. To share a memory with the family, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com
LINDSLEY SHARON LINDSLEY Age 63. Loving wife of Gary. Dearest mother of Kenneth Lindsley and Pamela (Timothy) Harrison. Beloved grandmother of Devin Harrison and Kelsey Harrison. Sister of William (Evelyn) Hunt, Ann (Frank) Brisendine, James (Carolyn) Hunt, Brenda (James) Causey and David (Terri) Hunt. Visitation at the S. K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8˝ Mile Road Tuesday from 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. Share your special thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com.
LINEHAN KEVIN C LINEHAN KEVIN LINEHAN Age 52. February 16, 2009. Beloved husband of Katie. Loving father of Sean and Mark. Dear brother of Mary (Kenneth) McNeese, Thomas, Dennis, James, Maureen, Pat Woomer, Sean and Dana. Visitation Thursday 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. scripture service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Friday 11:30 a.m. until time of Mass 12 noon at St. Mary Catholic Church, Royal Oak. Memorials to the Sean and Mark Linehan Educational Fund appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
LIPAN DOREEN A LIPAN DOREEN LIPAN Age 81, February 21, 2009. Beloved wife of Raymond,of 59 years. Loving mother of John (Cheryl), Thomas (Kathy), and Kenneth (Donna). Dear grandmother of Ryan, Andrea, Amy and Michael. Great-grandmother of Raven, Elxis and Ryley. Dear sister of James (Audrey) Schmidt. Funeral service Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to Salvation Army. Please share a memory of Doreen at www.rggrharris.com
LIS DAVID LIS age 59; of Florida, formerly of Wolverine Lake; died February 3, 2009, after a long illness. Beloved husband of Sherron; dear son of Florence Lis; brother of Randy (Donna); uncle of Jennifer, Tori and R.J. Preceded in death by his father, Stanley, and his sisters, Susan and Barbara. He will be missed by many relatives. Burial at National Cemetery in Florida. Funeral Mass from St. William Catholic Church, Walled Lake, Saturday, March 7, 2009, at 11 a.m. Condolences at www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
LOBALDO BEULAH H LOBALDO BEULAH LOBALDO Age 84 of Rochester. February 24, 2009. Loving wife of the late Carl. Dear mother of Patricia (Steve) Lathey, Carla (the late Clarence) Williamson, Teresa (Richard) Shaieb and John Lobaldo. Grandmother of Tom Daniels, Michael Detzler, Michelle Shaieb, Richard Shaieb, Jr, Amanda Lobaldo and Michael Lobaldo. Great Grandmother of two. Sister of Norma LaBo. Funeral service Monday, March 2, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. The family will receive friends Sunday 2-8 p.m. Interment Van Hoosen Jones Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online guestbook at: www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
LOCHER JOHN L LOCHER JOHN LOCHER Age 91. February 11, 2009 in Florida. Retired senior design engineer for GM Fisher Body. Survived by his wife, Mary; 8 children; 19 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren & a sister. Visitation 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and funeral services 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Walsh Funeral Home, Roscommon 989-275-3600.
LOIACANO JOSEPH LOIACANO Beloved son of Nancy. Dearest father of Toni Loiacano and Katie (Steven) Cole. Loving grandfather of Grant and Makayla. Dearest brother of Pamela (Mike) Hubbell and Julie (Frank) Ament. Visitation Tuesday 5 to 9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Memorial service at 7:00 p.m. with Military Honors 7:30 p.m.
LOIACANO NANCY LEE LOIACANO NANCY LOIACANO February
19, 2009, age 83. Beloved wife of the late Sam. Dear mother of Pamela Hubbell (Michael), Julie Ament (Frank), and the late Joseph Loiacano. Grandmother of Kristine, Steven, Michelle, David, Toni, and Katie. Great-grandmother of Jack, Michael, Grant, and Makayla. Funeral Service Saturday (today) 12 Noon at White Chapel Cemetery (Chapel of the Flowers), Troy. Memorial Tributes Seasons Hospice, 27355 John R, Suite 100, Madison Heights, MI 48071. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
LOKUTA RONALD LOKUTA of Wyandotte. February 18, 2009. Age 70. Beloved husband of Elsie. Loving father of Scott (Teresa), Cheryl (John) Komosa and Michael (Lucy). Dear brother of Phyllis Mathis. Loving grandfather of Shane, Karlie, Kassandra, Brandon and Mikayla. Visitation 1-9 p.m. Friday. Funeral Service Saturday 9:30 a.m. at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak St., Wyandotte 734-285-9000 to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church for 10 a.m. Mass.
LONG BILLY R LONG BILLY LONG February 9, 2009. Beloved father of James and William (Nancy). Dear father-in-law of Drenna. Loving grandfather of William (Jennifer), Cynthia (Brad) Miller, Jeffrey (Cynthia), Jennifer (John) Reifschneider, and Erin. Also survived by seven great-grandchildren. Masonic Service Thursday 7 p.m. at L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail). The family will receive visitors Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 2 p.m. until time of Service. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com.
LOONEY MICHAEL P LOONEY MICHAEL LOONEY February 11, 2009, age 59. Dearest step brother of Alice Kenifeck, Christopher Looney, Jr. and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass Thursday February 19th, 12 p.m. at St. Clare of Montefalco, 1401 Whittier (at Mack), Grosse Pointe Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Barbara Karmanos Cancer Institute. Light a Candle and Share a Memory at www.verheyden.org. Arrangements by Chas. Verheyden Inc. of Grosse Pointe (313) 881-8500.
LOPEZ REFUGIO LOPEZ JR February 19, 2009. Beloved husband of Zulema V. Dear father of Cynthia (Steven) Lopez-Beavis, Doris L. Lupinski, Daniel (Karen), Pat A. (Stuart) Weiler and Christina L. (Miguel) Lopez-Cancel. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, two brothers, and four sisters. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.) Sunday 2-9 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 11441 Hubbard (S. of Plymouth Rd.) until time of Mass 10 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com
LORNE JANE LORNE February 22, 2009 in Springdale, AR Age 91. Beloved wife of the late John S. Loving mother of Lorraine, William and Alan (Araceli). Dear grandmother of James, Stacy, Alex and Sarah. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile) Sunday 2-6 p.m. Memorial service Monday 2 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1669 W. Maple Rd., Birmingham. Memorial tributes to the American Heart Association. View obituary and share memories at: www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
LOWE RITA LOUISE LOWE RITA LOWE Age 54. February 12, 2009 in Detroit MI. Survived by sisters Mary, Elizabeth, Celia, and brother Harold. The celebration of Rita's life will occur Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at El Bethel Church, 25295 Grand River, Redford, MI 48240. Family Hour 10:30 a.m. until time of Service 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations are sent to the cancer organization of your choice.
LOZON CLARENCE LAWRENCE LOZON CLARENCE LOZON Age 90, February 1, 2009. Beloved husband of Evelyn. Dear father of the late Marilyn Stephan. Loving Grandfather of Joann (Pete) Huber and Paul (Linda) Stephan. Great-grandfather of Zachary and Rachel. Brother of the late Dorothy Mosher and Butch Lozon. Visitation Wednesday 3-8 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. Please leave the family a message at harryjwillfuneralhome.com
LUCAS ELSIE F LUCAS ELSIE LUCAS February 5, 2009. Age 89. Beloved wife of the late Harold. Loving mother of Ray (Marcia) and Harold (MaryAnn). Proud and loving grandmother of Kenneth (Annjanette), Karen (Bob), Robert (Ellen), Brian (Heather) and Leslie. Great-grandmother of Brandon, John Robert and Jonathan. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 4:30 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
LUCKINO DOMINIC J LUCKINO DOMINIC LUCKINO February 7, 2009. Age 84. Beloved husband of Gloria. Dearest father of Robert (Sue Marentette), Patrick (Kathy), and Tony (Walter Newman). Dear grandfather of Mandy (Michael), Michael (Joy), Robbie, and Matthew. Dear great-grandfather of Jack. Visitation Sunday 3-7 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Twp. In state Monday 10:30 a.m. until the time of Mass 11 a.m. at St. Donald Catholic Church, Roseville. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Donald Parish. Please share a memory of Dominic at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.
LUECKENHOFF MARY RUTH LUECKENHOFF MARY LUECKENHOFF Age 78 of Taylor and Cape Coral, Fl., February 20, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert Lueckenhoff. Loving mother of Linda (Mike) Marks, Vicki Gjukich, Debbie (Bob) McCarthy, Robert Lueckenhoff, Jr. and Laura Lueckenhoff. Dear grandmother of Stacey, Danya (Dave), Kelly and Patrick. Great grandmother of Chelsea, Jake and Lindsey. Great great grandmother of Aubrey. She is also survived by her sisters Carrie Agius and Anne Trail. Funeral service is Saturday, February 28, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at Michigan Memorial Funeral Home, (Next to Michigan Memorial Park), 30895 Huron River Dr., Huron Twp., 734-783-2646. Visitation is Saturday from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service.
LUEVANO SALLY ELAINE LUEVANO SALLY LUEVANO SALLY STEMPOWSKI LUEVANO (nee STEMPOWSKI) Age 50, died February 8, 2009. Beloved wife of Ronald C. Dear mother of Robert and Anthony Carroll. Daughter of Donald and Elaine Stempowski. Daughter-in-law of Evangeline (George) King. Dear brother of the late Glenn Stempowski. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe. Cremation Meadowcrest Cemetery. Memorials to the family appreciated.
LUKASIK JOSEPHINE M LUKASIK JOSEPHINE LUKASIK age 91, passed away February 11, 2009. She is survived by her three children: Paul (Sandra) Lukasik of Westland, Zenith Lukasik of Texas, Barbara (Dino) Bona of Whitmore Lake, seven grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 13th from 2-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m.at Phillips Funeral Home, 122 West Lake St. (Ten Mile), South Lyon. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at 11 a.m. with a final visitation beginning at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 830 Lafayette, South Lyon. Online guestbook www.phillipsfuneral.com
LUMM NANCY L LUMM NANCY LUMM age 67; of Oxford and formerly of Clarkston; December 16, 1941, to February 13, 2009. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold W. Lumm. Survived by her loving children, David Lumm, Cindy (Russell) Beebe and Carl Lumm; seven grandsons; four great grandchildren; and her brothers, David (Karen) Montreuil and Roger Montreuil. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel, 39 West Burdick, Oxford, Tuesday, February 17, 2009, at 11 a.m. Interment Lakeview Cemetery, Clarkston. Friends may visit Monday from 12 Noon to 3 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m.
LUSTIG CYNTHIA LUSTIG age 63; of Huntington Woods; died February 8. Beloved wife of Ronald Lustig; dear mother of Scott Lustig; loving daughter of Lillian (the late Philip) Bernstein; devoted sister of Jerrold (Dana) Bernstein and the late Lawrence Marvin Bernstein; also survived by many loving nieces; nephews; aunts; uncles; other family members; and friends. Services today, 1:30 p.m. at the Dorfman Chapel, Farmington Hills, MI 248-406-6000. Interment at Machpelah Cemetery or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com
LUTSCH CELESTINE LUTSCH SALLY LUTSCH Age 88. February 8, 2009. Beloved wife of William. Loving mother of Sandra (Brian) Peitzsch, Karen (Kevin) Conlan, and the late William Jr. (Chris). Proud grandmother of Jeffrey, Kristen, Shannon, Heather, Andrew, and Caitlin, and great-grandmother of Madeline and Adrianna. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr), Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com.
LYNCH EILEEN B LYNCH EILEEN LYNCH February 20, 2009 of Royal Oak Longtime senior account executive for Ameritech. Loving mother of Kari Bohl (Rich). Daughter of the late Bud & Eileen. Dear sister of Chris (Robin), Kathleen (Richard Wojtylo), Mary Beth, Kevin (Renee), Michael (Vickie) and Peter (Carrie). Also several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn 13-14 Mile), Saturday after 1 p.m. until Service of Remembrance at 5pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes to Gilda's Club 3517 Rochester Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073. Eileen made an impression on all those she met during her life. She was fiercely driven to discover truth and meaning in everyone and everything she encountered. Whether it was world travel, poetry, painting or taking a trip to northern Michigan to go morel picking, she loved to experience life with passion. Her designs won awards at the B.B.A.C. Her poetry was beautifully brave and compelling. She shared her love of fine healthy food, "dressing up" to go to the opera, interior design and healing with so many friends who were on the journey with her. She showed bravery in expressing her emotions and was determined to live her final moments on her own terms. She was dearly loved by her family and friends. She touched so many lives and will be missed. View obituary and share memories at www.desmondfuneralhome.com
LYNCH IRMA E LYNCH IRMA LYNCH Died February 17, 2009 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of the late Everett. Dear mother of Florence (Bob) Stupar, Renee (Chuck) Curtis, Edith Molik & the late Albert (Christiane) Lynch. Grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 15. Sister of Kenneth & Homer Biggs. Visitation Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt (S. of 6 Mile) Friday 11 a.m - 2 p.m. with service at 2 p.m. Share a memory at www.mannsfunerlhome.com
LYNCH JOSEPH C LYNCH JOSEPH LYNCH age 90; of Walled Lake; died February 8, 2009. Loving husband of Jeanette; dear father of Barbara (George) Havens, Kenneth J. (Janet), Joseph R., Kathleen (Paul) Luft, Janet Sinsabaugh, John F. and the late Gary P. and Carolynn Boyce; dear grandfather of 21; and great grandfather of 26; loving brother of Audrey Guenther; also survived by extended family; 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 Tuesday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com
LYNCH PAULINE LYNCH February 3, 2009 age 87. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Austin Lynch. Loving mother of Austin Ellwood (Deborah) Lynch. Dear grandmother of Deborah, Joseph, David, and Vanessa Lynch and Andrea and Nicholas Cassetta. Dearest great grandmother of Samantha, Alexander and Felicia Kotsonas and Corey Dunn. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with Scripture Service 7:30 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile Rd. (Between Middlebelt and Merriman) Livonia. Chapel Service Saturday at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. www.neely-turowski.com
LYON JOHN LYON SR JACK LYON SR JOHN ROGER LYON SR age 67; of Pontiac; February 12, 2009. Beloved husband of Carol for 43 years; loving father of John Jr., Tim (Dina), and Kevin (Jennifer) Lyon; dear grandfather of Melanie, Brandon, Anna, Blake, and Megan; brother of Robert (Lori), the late Donald (Jean), and his twin sister Judy (Tom) Richardson; brother-in-law of Mary Ann (Don) Farrell, Dick (Lois), and Tom (Sandi) Johnson; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jack was a graduate and successful football player of St. Fredricks in Pontiac. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marines and also served in the National Guard with his son John Jr. Jack retired from JC Penney after 27 years in management. He was a member of Pontiac-Waterford Elks Lodge 810 and most recently a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity in Pontiac. Funeral Mass Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 9:30 a.m. with an In State of 9 a.m. at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 2700 Waldon Rd., Lake Orion. The family will receive friends Monday 2 to 9 p.m. at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Interment with Military Honors at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Suggested memorials to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Alzheimer s Association. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
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