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MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES

February 2009

LAST NAME "P"

PACE LARRY A PACE LARRY PACE Age 50. February 12, 2009 of Eastpointe. Dear brother of Frank, Lynda and Glenn. Uncle of Ken, Kathi and Deanna. Great Uncle of five. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Marie; and sisters, Alice Clegg and Carole Friedland. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 12 p.m. at Exclusive Chapel of the Shores, 29801 Harper, St. Clair Shores. The family suggests donations to the Michigan Humane Society or any Veterans Organizations. Please sign Larry's online guestbook at: www.cremationmichigan.com

PACE VITO A PACE VITO PACE 74 of Reading and formerly of Detroit. Died February 25, 2009 in Hillsdale County. Graveside Services will be held later in Detroit.. Survivors are wife, Theresa; daughter, Eugenia (John) Lafleur; and grandsons, Brett and Jared. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Reading

PACHOLSKI MARGARET A PACHOLSKI MARGARET PACHOLSKI resident Lake Orion 17 years and formerly of Fraser; passed away on Friday, February 20, 2009 at St. Joseph Mercy of Oakland Hospital, Pontiac; age 66; born on January 25, 1943 in Detroit, MI to the late Earl and Marie Lietzau. Loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Beloved wife of Daniel; loving mother of Robert (Sandie), Sandra (Vince) Coccimiglio, and Thomas; proud grandmother of Lisa, Michael, Makayla, and Giavanna; dear sister of Charles (Lucille) Lietzau. Visitation at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home 8459 Hall Rd. (3 Blks. E. of Van Dyke) Utica Sunday 5 to 9 p.m. and Monday 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service Tuesday 12 Noon at the funeral home. Interment Utica Cemetery. Please share a memory www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

PADDY JUNE PADD JUNE ROBERTS PADDY (nee ROBERTS); age 89; of Commerce Twp.; February 15, 2009. Preceded in death by her children, Mike Paddy and Jan Howard; brother, William Roberts; sisters, Anne Zecchino and Jane Warner. Survived by her beloved husband, Arthur; daughter, Libby Paddy; grandchildren, Andy (Marybeth) Howard and Angela Howard; great grandson, William Howard; nephew, Tim Warner; and many loving friends; former colleagues; and students. Mrs. Paddy taught first grade through Scotch and Roosevelt elementary schools from 1959 to 1987. A Memorial Service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 East Liberty, Milford on Sunday, March 1, at 3 p.m. Friends may gather with the family beginning at 2 p.m. Memorials encouraged to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Hospice of Michigan or the Michigan Humane Society. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com

PAGLIAI AURO PAGLIAI PAG AURO February 15, 2009. Age 80. Beloved husband of Nellie. Dear father of Ann Marie Franks, Susan (Kenneth) Achrem, and Donald (Kathy). Proud grandfather of Tina Marie, John, Eric, Blake, and Garrett. Also remembered by his brother Donald (Anne). Funeral Friday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. Tributes to The Father Solanus Casey Center are welcome. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

PALACE JAMES PALACE Age 73. January 29, 2009 of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, formerly of Pawleys Island, South Carolina and Trenton, MI. Beloved husband of Yvonne. Loving father of Joseph (Janet) and Susan (Todd) Watkins. Retired from Great Lakes Steel in Ecorse, MI, was an active member of the GLSBC boat club, an avid golfer, and Red Wings fan. We will all miss his wit, sense of humor, and warm personality. Visitation Monday, February 2, 1-8 p.m. at Girrbach-Krasun Funeral Home, 15748 Fort St., Southgate, MI. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday. Memorial contributions can be made to Alive Hospice, Nashville, TN or American Cancer Society.

PALMERI PAUL PALMERI SR February 9, 2009. Age 75. Loving father of Samuel (Beverly), Paul Jr. (Maria), John, Laura (Don) Stehlin, and Joanne Rospierski. Proud grandfather of Holly, Daniel, Brent, Jeffrey, Kyle, and Anthony. Dear brother of Eva Tilotta, and the late Frank and John Palmeri. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Wednesday 2 to 9 p.m. with prayers at 7 p.m. Funeral Thursday at St. Peter Catholic Church, 95 Market Street, Mt. Clemens. In State 9:00a.m. until time of Mass 9:30a.m. Memorials to St. Jude Research. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com

PANAVAS JOSEPH  PANAVAS Age 86. Husband of the late Violet. Dear father of Kathi, David (Merry) and Karen Panavas. Loving grandfather of Hannah (David) Weber, Hollie and Vicki. Great grandfather of Cody. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (between 6-7 mile). In state Friday 9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. at Divine Providence Church 25335 W. Nine Mile (E of Beech Daly). Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations to the Church appreciation.

PANUSH ANNE PANUSH Beloved wife of the late Bernard Panush. Dear mother of Ellen (Julian) Zelenko and Dr. Richard (Rena Joffe) Panush. Loving grandmother of Jeremy and Betty Zelenko, Daniel (Tal) Zelenko, Rivka Z. (Avi) Holzer and Avi Zelenko, Rachel (Will Grant) Panush, Jonathan Panush, David Panush and seven great grandchildren. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. SERVICES 10 AM SUNDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com

PAOELETTI PETER P PAOELETTI PETER PAOELETTI Age 58 of Allen Park. February 4, 2009. Beloved husband of Elizabeth "Lisa" Paoletti (nee Luberti). Loving father of Jason (Amy) Paoletti, and Janis (Brad) Moulton. Dearest brother of JoAnna (Phil) Jones, Nancy Bills, and Terry (Jackie) Whittaker. Dear grandfather of Hanna and Raven. There will be a Memorial Mass on Saturday (2-7-09) at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church, 1721 Junction at Vernor (Detroit). Arrangements through the Allen Park Chapel of Voran Funeral Home (313)-928-2300. Please visit our Online Guestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com

PAPUGA RICHARD T PAPUGA RICHARD PAPUGA 74, February 21, 2009. Beloved husband of Dorothy. Loving father of Carie (John) Bahorski, Judy (Bob) Garon, Mary (Tom) Stork, and Alan (Misti) Papuga. Loving grandfather of John, Peter, Rachel, Rebekah, Megan, Nicole, Chris, and Justin, and great-grandfather of little JB. Memorial visitation Tuesday from 2-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Home, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of Ryan). Memorial Services Wednesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Please share memories online or leave a message for the family at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com.

PARAMO JUANITA M PARAMO JUANITA PARAMO Age 71 of Rochester Hills, entered life eternal on February 18, 2009, after a lengthy illness. A Registered Nurse, she was employed at several medical facilities and corporations in Oakland County. Beloved wife of Phillip C. Paramo, whom she married March 2, 1957. Loving mother of Darryl (the late Joan) Paramo of Macomb and Dr. Glenn (Shelly) Paramo of Charlevoix. Grandmother of Ryan, Katie, Jessica and Abby. Sister of Dolores Diaz, Janet Martinez, Rita Villa, Daniel Bia and Rose Castillo. Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m. Friday at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood at Northwood in Rochester. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PIXLEY FUNERAL HOME, 322 W. University Dr. in Rochester with a Rosary at 7 p.m. Memorials in Juanita's name may be made to Crittenton Hospital, 1101 W. University Dr., Rochester Hills, MI 48307.

PARE JOCELYNE L PARE JOCELYNE PARE of Warren; died February 4, 2009; at 66 years of age. Loving wife of Louis for 37 years. Dearest sister of Gerard (Anne) Simeneau and Diane (the late Harry) Knowles; special sister-in-law of Dorothy Pare; also survived by her beloved niece who was like a daughter to her Lori Little; her dog Harley; and 11 nieces, nephews and numerous great nieces and nephews. Jocelyne retired from Social Security after 26 years of service she also spent 12 years with Waste Management as an administrative assistant. She was a member of St. Mary Magdalyn in Hazel Park; loved traveling to Mackinaw City and the Island; loved her gardening, yoga, and was everyones favorite "graunty" as she was lovingly called by her family. She touched the lives of many and anyone she met became a friend. Funeral Mass Monday, February 9, 2009 at 10 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 825 Ortonville Rd., Ortonville. Family will receive friends Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Rosary Service Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Envelopes available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

PARKER-HEWSON SUSAN K PARKER-HEWSON SUSAN PARKER SUSAH HEWSON SUSAN PARKER-HEWSON age 46; of Rochester, formerly of Clawson; February 22, 2009. A graduate of the American School of Travel and Baker College as a Certified Interior Designer. An accomplished photographer, her photos were exhibited in different galleries. Beloved wife of James F. Hewson; loving mother and step-mother of Domenic Terenzi, Sydney Terenzi, Julie (Jason) Jones, Elizabeth (Steven) Kaczmarek, Thomas (Kerry) Hewson and David Hewson; grandmother of Charlotte Jones, Amelia Jones, Lauren Hewson and Grady Hewson; daughter of Joanne Mowrey and John (Lois) Parker; sister of Michael Parker and John Parker, Jr. Funeral Service 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Drive in Rochester. Visitation Tuesday and Wednesday, 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to her family, who are in the process of setting up a trust fund through the University of Michigan to provide morphine pumps for Stage IV cancer patients for relief of extreme and constant pain. Share your memories and condolences at www.MeM.com

PARKS CLETA P PARKS CLETA PARKS Age 95, February 2, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John T. Parks. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Parks was a lifelong member of the Detroit Yacht Club. A Memorial service will be held at a later date. www.mccabefuneralhome.com

PARKS INA PARKS age 74; of Waterford; died February 6, 2009. Loving wife of Jerry; dear mother of Greg (Laureen) Reimer, Timothy (Dona) Reimer, Jeffrey (Deborah) Parks, Douglas (Margaret) Parks, Frank (Jodie) Telaki and the Late Brad; dear grandmother of Jamie, Danielle, Hailee, Seth, Sarah, Samantha, Joseph, Conner, Colin, Mitchel and Morgan. Sister of Janet (Bill) Austin and Eva Drake. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 N. Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. South of Maple Rd) Tuesday 11 a.m. Friends may visit Monday 2 to 9 p.m. Memorials to American Heart Association appreciated. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com

PARTRIDGE JIMMY ROY PARTRIDGE SR JIMMY PARTRIDGE SR Cropwell, AL. Age 69, February 14, 2009. Visitation Tuesday, February 17th, 6-9 p.m. and services Wednesday, February 18th 11 a.m. at Kilgroe Chapel, 2219 2nd Ave North, Pell City, AL, 205-338-3341. Interment Mt. Zion Cemetery, Pell City, AL. Survived by son, Jimmy Roy Partridge, Jr., daughters, Deborah Lynn Chasse and Mary Ann Partridge, brothers, William "Bill" Curtis Partridge and Tommy Dwyer, sister, Joyce Catherine Barber, and grandchildren, Falisadee Partridge, Jimmy Partridge, Jacob Chasse, Deneen Partridge, Colin Partridge, Heather Chasse and Delaney Partridge.

PASCOE RITA A PLOTKOWSKI PASCOE RITA PLOTKOWSKI PASCOE RITA PASCOE (NEE PLOTKOWSKI) Age 81. February 12, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of Frank (Debbie), David (Kelly), Thomas M. (Kathee), and Craig (Lori). Proud grandmother of Christopher (Amy), Jeffrey, Thomas Lorin, Michael, Elizabeth "Elly", Alyssa, and Logan. Great-grandmother of Jonathan, Kaitlynn, and Rachel. Dearest sister of Alice (Henry) Klink, the late Wilfred (Carol) Plotkowski, the late Alvin (Joan) Plotkowski, and Joanne (Jerry) Lis. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 4-9 p.m. and Monday 1-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile. Funeral Tuesday, in state 10:30 a.m. at SS John & Paul Church, 7777 28 Mile Rd., W. of Campground, until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Donations are welcome to Meadowbrook Hall. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

PASINI ROBERT L  PASINI ROBERT  PASINI Age 74. February 17, 2009. Beloved husband of Fran. Dearest father of Rob (Debbie) Pasini, Ken (Liza) Pasini, Diane (Mike) Pasini-Hill, and the late Judi Pasini. Loving grandfather of Corynda, Cameron, Sofie, Jaylie, and Mark (Trish). Dear brother of Bart (June) Pasini. The family will receive friends at Fern Hill Country Club, 17600 Clinton River Rd, Clinton Twp, MI 48038, on Friday February 20th, from 11 a.m.—4 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 1 p.m. followed by a luncheon. In lieu of flowers donations are appreciated to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Arrangements entrusted to D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, Warren, MI. Share memories at www.Temrowski.com

PATTERSON JULIA M PATTERSON JULIA PATTERSON Age 91, of Powell, Ohio and formerly of Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at Arlington Court Care Center in Columbus. Preceded in death be her husband John J. Patterson, Julia is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Thomas A. and Phyllis B. Patterson of Powell. She was a former parishioner of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Grosse Pointe Farms. Funeral Service will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2009 at the Chapel of Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit, Michigan. In lieu of flowers friends are asked to consider memorial contributions to HomeReach Hospice, 3595 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43214 in Julia's memory. Arrangements by Rutherford Funeral Home, at Powell, 450 W. Olentangy Street, Powell, Ohio 43065 (614) 792-1471. www.rutherfordfuneralhomes.com.

PATTON DOROTHY PACK PATTON DOROTHY PATTON Age 87. February 3, 2009. Loving mother of Margaret (Mark Einhaus) Patton. Dear sister of Margaret and Alice. Predeceased by her beloved cat, Beulah. Memorial visitation Saturday 12 noon until time of service 2 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to the Detroit Zoological Society appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

PAULSON NORMAN OSCAR PAULSON NORMAN PAULSON Age 83. February 18, 2009. Beloved husband of Linda Lou Paulson and the late T. Elizabeth Paulson. Loving father of Dennis (Gerrie), Michael (Cathy), Charles (Vicki), and Norma (Charles) Bawtinheimer. Stepfather of Marissa (Shawn) Sayers and Collene Hawk. Cherished grandfather of Rachel (Adam) Paulson, Andrea (Josh) Hoffman, Sarah (Scott) Paulson, Katie Paulson, Amanda Paulson; Ben, Jennifer, and Erika Bawtinheimer, Nathan Paulson and the late Jennifer Elisabeth Bawtinheimer. Step-grandfather of Jakob and Kyle Sayers. great-grandfather of Dorothy, Lyle Paulson; David, Jonathan, Rebekah Hoffman; and Myah Paulson. Dear Brother of Virginia (Melvin) Ahonen and Nancy Moritas, the late Raymond Aho and Stanley Paulson. Norman was a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran. On April 1, 1960, he began his own business, World-Wide TV & Appliance in Detroit. Later he opened six additional stores and the World Wide Shopping Center on Grand River Avenue in Farmington. Norman's business activities provided career opportunities for many family members and friends throughout his 34 years in business. Memorial Celebration Saturday, March 28, 2009 11:00 a.m. (in state 10 a.m.) at Orchard United Methodist Church, 30450 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills. Condolences to nlbcwb@att.net

PAYNE ANITA M PAYNE ANITA PAYNE ANITA M ROTH PAYNE ANITA ROTH PAYNE (nee ROTH) January 7, 1941 - February 3, 2009 of Sun Lakes, Arizona, formerly of Warren, Michigan, passed away peacefully, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by Donald, her devoted husband for 47 years and her precious sons, Tim (Sue) and Tom (Nancy). Proud and loving grandma of Katelin, Karly, Derek, and Jenna. Cherished sister of Bernadine (Ken) Kraemer and Henry (Janice) Roth. She was preceded in death by her loving sister Christine (Tina) Cabrera. She was a most dear aunt to her many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation is Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (One block N. of 12 Mile), Warren, with a Scripture Service at 6:30 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Cletus Catholic Church, 26256 Ryan Rd., S. of 11 Mile, until Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions to the Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014 would be greatly appreciated.

PEARCE MARIE E PEARCE MARIE PEARCE 95; of Oxford; died February 1, 2009. Marie E. Pearce was born May 18, 1913 in Saranac Lake, New York. She was a graduate of Barnard College and Columbia Teachers College in New York and the Yale College of Nursing in New Haven, Connecticut. She lived in Manhattan, where she met Paul C. Pearce, a soldier stationed at Governor's Island. They were married on September 9, 1944 and returned to Paul's home state of Michigan. They raised a family in Oxford, where they resided together until Paul's death in 1997. Marie then moved to Independence Village in Oxford, where she was active in community affairs. Marie was Chair of the Nursing Department at Oakland Community College in the 1970s and was the first Chair to see the program accredited. Marie was also a dedicated member of the Northeast Oakland Historical Society, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and an avid genealogist. Marie is survived by her children, Dr. Stephen Lee Pearce of New Orleans, Louisiana, Margaret Camarata and her husband Frank of Jacksonville, Florida, Elizabeth Anne Morrill and her husband Tracey of Groveton, New Hampshire, and Michael J. Pearce, Esq. and his wife Madelyn, of Phoenix, Arizona. She is also survived by her grandchildren Thomas and Kevin Mann, of Jacksonville, Florida, and a great granddaughter Shelby. Marie died in the home of her loving daughter, Margaret, surrounded by family. A Mass will be held for Marie at St. Joseph's church on Lapeer Road in Lake Orion, Michigan,

on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at 11 a.m.

PEARSON ANTHONY CHRIS PEARSON ANTHONY PEARSON Was born to Emandia Pearson December 27, 1967 in Detroit, MI. He was the 3rd of 4 children. A lively an active child he attended Kettering High School. Anthony's sense of humor was a constant joy to the family. His monotone voice always brought a smile to your heart. January 16, 2009, Anthony went home to Glory. He leaves to mourn his passing, his mother Emandia Pearson, sister Pamela Wilson, brother Quinton Pearson, his daughter and sons, fiancé Mary and many relatives and friends.

PEARSON DORIS J PEARSON DORIS PEARSON age 88; of Rochester, former long time resident of Clarkston; February 14, 2009. Wife of the late Earl Eugene Pearson; beloved mother of John (Patricia) Pearson, Roger Pearson, Charles (Charlotte) Pearson and the late Cheryl Pearson; grandmother of John, William, Brian and Nathaniel Pearson and Kelly Simon; great grandmother of Ethan, Liam, Sophia, Travis, Evelyn, Nathan and Charles. Funeral Service Monday 1 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Dr., Rochester. Visitation Sunday 3 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to In House Hospice Solutions, 24293 Telegraph Rd., Ste. 102, Southfield, MI 48034. Please visit www.mem.com

PEARSON IVAR HUGO PEARSON IVAR PEARSON February 6, 2009. Died peacefully at age 89. Beloved husband of the late Shirley V. for 39 years. Loving father of Michael. Brother of Rodger. Uncle of Mark Pearson, Sandy (Steve) Martin and Kim (Steve) Gerrits. Predeceased by his parents Olov and Lena. Ivar was a Staff Sergeant in the 20th Air Force during WWII serving on Guam. He was a job superintendent for general contractors in the construction industry and was a proud member of the Carpenters Union for 62 years. Family will receive friends Monday 4-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia, MI 48152. Funeral Wednesday, February 11, 2009 In State 9:00 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Service at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 30650 Six Mile, Livonia, MI 48152. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Ivar's name to The American Heart Association. Please leave the family a message at: www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com

PEAY CARRIE E PEAY CARRIE PEAY Departed this life on February 7, 2009. Surviving children are Deborah Peay-Hobbs, James H. Peay, Lynnette Zeno, and Orlando LaVance Peay, and sister Juanita Levine. Memorial Service Sunday 3 p.m. at Andrews and Hardy Funeral Home, 13841 Gratiot, Detroit 48205.

PECK MARIA PECK MARIA ZAMORA PECK (Nee Zamora); lifetime resident of Waterford; passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at Wm. Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak; age 53; born January 21, 1956 in Pontiac, MI. A 24 year employee at the GM Pontiac Truck Plant as an assembler. Loved to garden and spend time with her grandchildren. Beloved wife of Donald Kinner Jr.; loving mother of Michelle (Daniel) VanSteenkiste; proud grandmother of Lauren, Haley, and Ethan; dear daughter of Otila and the late Jose Zamora; sister of Raul (Lupita) Lopez, Jose (the late Marlene) Zamora, Jesus (Patricia) Zamora, Roberto (Eileen) Zamora, Rodolfo (Diane) Zamora, Arnoldo (Kathleen) Zamora, Daniel (Julie) Zamora, and the late Rogelio Jauregi; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home 8459 Hall Rd. (3 Blks E. of Van Dyke) Utica Tuesday 2 to 8 p.m. with Prayers 7 p.m. In State Wednesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Isidore Church 18203 23 Mile (at Romeo Plank Rd.) Macomb until timeof Mass 10 a.m. Please share a memory www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com PEREGOY MICHAEL PEREGOY Age 53. Dear brother of Thomas (Sheila). Loving uncle of James and Mark. Visiting Thursday 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Memorial Services at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (Btw 6-7 Mile).

PELLILLO ISOLINA PELLILLO LINA PELLILLO Age 82, peacefully passed away in Fenton, MI on February 17 surrounded by loved ones. Beloved wife of the late Natalino (2001). Dearest mother of Maria Antonietta "Toni" (Mike) and Robert (Rosalie); sister Lisetta; brother Mario (Maria); three nieces and four nephews in Rome, Italy. Adoring grandmother of Marisa, Michael and Mallory Niemczyk, Angela and Gina Pellillo. Preceded in death by a sister, Ida, and brother, Angelino, as well as parents Bartolomeo and Erminia "Emilia" (Santucci) DeVita. Born in Bagnoli del Trigno in 1926, she spent years in Rome learning the art of creating beautiful garments before bringing her talents to the U.S. in 1952. Friends may call from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. Friday at the Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd., where a scripture service will be at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be Saturday. She will lie in state 10 a.m. until Mass 11 a.m. from St. Constance Catholic Church. Entombment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Online condolences at www.martenson.com

PERRY PATRICIA ANN PERRY PATRICIA PERRY Age 78, of Ecorse. Dear mother of James R. (Dorothy) Pongracz and Deborah A. (Willis) Reeder. Six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren also survive. In state at the Ballheim Funeral Home, 4120 W. Jefferson Ave., Ecorse, Tuesday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. In state at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery.

PERRY ROGER L PERRY ROGER PERRY of Waterford; died suddenly January 29, 2009; at 51 years of age. Dear father of Becky (Ed) Heichel, Jessica Johnson and Abby Perry; grandfather of Randilynn, Jakob, Colleen, Kayleigh, Jazzmin and Joshwa; brother of Karen (Randy) Yarbrough, Michael (Sherry) Perry, Cindy (Steve) Brown, Leland (Michelle) Perry, Charles Perry, Jr., Elizabeth (Timothy) Lohr, Jeannette Perry, and Kevin (Judi) Perry; step-son of Carolyn Perry; also survived by the mothers of his children Lori Ramsey, Donna Galecki; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Charles, Sr. and Mary Lou Perry. Roger was a graduate of Waterford Mott 1975. He worked for GM for 20 years and loved hunting and his Harley. He coached traveling girls fast pitch softball; score keeper and bench coach for his brothers softball team; and most recently assistant coach at Pontiac Central H.S. baseball. Private Services will be held. Memorial donations may be made to American Heart Association or Cancer Foundation. To send a private condolence go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook on our menu.

PESTA VIRGINIA PESTA Age 84, February 9, 2009. Beloved wife of Chester. Dear mother of Kathleen Ruczynski, Tish Rettberg, Sharon (Michael) Lathrop and Julie (Randy) Clark. Loving grandmother of Cheryal (Steven) Beger, Frank Ruczynski, Abbey (Mike) Gough, Mere and Brad Lathrop and Ian and Lauren Clark. Loving great grandmother of five. Sister of Henrietta (Alvin) Hall and the late Robert and Raymond Rutkowski. Memorial visitation Friday 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. the time of Memorial Service at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Memorials may be directed to the Capuchin Fathers. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com

PETERS JUDY PETERS Age 56. February 2, 2009. Loving wife of Robert. Dearest mother of Katie, Garrett and Rachael (John) Keith. Dear grandmother of James Douglas Keith. Dear niece of Betty (Graydon) Marshman. Daughter of the late Dorothy and Owen Meritt. Visitation Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (N. of 22 Mile Rd.) Shelby Twp. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. at Zion United Methodist Church, 14952 Imlay City Rd., Capac. Additional visitation begins at church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to Judy's family. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

PETERSEN KNUD D PETERSEN KNUD PETERSEN Age 75, of Berkley, passed February 20, 2009. Husband of Beverly and the late Judith (1974). Loving father of Erik (Lisha) and Daniel Petersen. Dear step-father of Marcy (Alan Moore) Rosenberg and Denise Rosenberg. Beloved grandfather of Cal Petersen and Denise Rosenberg. Memorial visitation Tuesday 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. Service at Sawyer Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd. (2 Blks. West of Woodward).

PETERSEN RODNEY MARIUS PETERSEN RODNEY PETERSEN Age 83 February 2, 2009. Beloved husband of Carol. Loving father of Robert "Burns" (Linda Lau) Petersen, James (Sharon Umber) Petersen, Susan (Stefan Frembgen) Petersen, Ellen (Richard Crites) Edmondson, Daniel Edmondson, Ian Edmondson, Holly Edmondson, Darren (Rachel) Edmondson and the late John Petersen. Grandfather of Daniela, Andrew, Ingrid, Alannah, Marco, Cierra, Jessica and Renee. Uncle of David and Steven Penn. Memorial Service at First United Methodist Church, 1589 W. Maple Road, Birmingham, Friday 11a.m. Memorial Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Thursday 3-8p.m. Memorials appreciated to NAMI (National Alliance of Mental Illness) P.O. Box 759155, Baltimore, MD 21275-9155. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com

PETERSON ROBERT L PETERSON ROBERT PETERSON BOB PETERSON Age 83 of Howell, passed away Friday, February 13, 2009. He was born January 25, 1926 in Kinde, Michigan, formerly of Redford. Bob had been in the restaurant business for 47 years, owning several restaurants including the Texan Restaurant in Howell which he purchased in 1970. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (August 13, 2004). Loving father of Robert J. Peterson of Howell. Funeral service Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, 210 Church St., Howell. Visitation Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800). Memorial contributions suggested to "Walk for Warmth" c/o OLHSA, 2300 E. Grand River, Suite 107, Howell, MI 48843. Please visit the family's online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com.

PETRACICH MARY JANE PETRACICH MARY PETRACICH Age 80, February 11, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Louis. Loving mother of Kathy Thompson, Alan (Debbie), Rick, Terri, Michael (Diane), Nancy (Rob) Sindle. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She greatly loved her family and was a wonderful mother who gave her best unselfishly to all and was always putting others before herself. Family will be receiving relatives and friends on Monday from 10 a.m. until time of memorial service at 1 p.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Donations to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com

PETRASZKO EDWARD A PETRASZKO EDWARD PETRASZKO Age 66, February 23, 2009. Loving husband of Mary. Step father of René. Brother of Irene and the late Pearl. Edward served 30 years as an officer on the Livonia Police Department. Member of Multi-Lakes Conservation Association. Visitation Wednesday 4-9 pm and Thursday 4-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Friday visitation at Holy Family Catholic Church, 24505 Meadowbrook, Novi at 10 a.m. until his funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Committal at Glen Eden Memorial Park, Livonia.

PEWARCHIE CAROLYN RUTH PEWARCHIE CAROLYN PEWARCHIE Age 68. Feb. 19, 2009. Beloved wife of Michael Jr.. Loving mother of Michael III (Janice), Mark Sr. (Deborah) and Matthew (Geralyn). Proud grandmother of Michael IV (Jamie), Kristina, Mark Jr., Melissa, Nicholas and Jenna. Also survived by great grandchildren Michael V. and Emma. Dear sister-in-law of Patricia Letzring. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile), Warren. Visitation Saturday 4-9 p.m. & Sunday 1-9 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. www.ahpeters.com

PHILLIPS DOROTHY S PHILLIPS DOROTHY PHILLIPS February 23, 2009. Age 75. Beloved wife of James. Dearest mother of Daniel. Dear sister of Irene House. Dorothy is also survived by a brother-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Twp. Funeral Friday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Memorials may be made to the Huntington University in Huntington, IN; American Diabetes Association; or the Bethany Baptist Mission Fund. Please share a memory of Dorothy at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

PICCIURRO GIUSEPPA  PICCIURRO Age 88. February 16, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Giuseppe. Loving mother of Giuseppe (Benedetta), Filippa (Francesco) Badalamenti, Concetta (Marcello) Carmesini, Francesco (Catherine) and Salvatore (Silvana). Loving grandmother of 27 and proud great-grandmother of 30. Predeceased by five dear sisters. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 9 a.m. from Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Pkwy (16 Mile) to San Francesco Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com

PICKERING VIVIAN MAXINE PICKERING VIVIAN PICKERING Of Harrison Township. Born October 7, 1919 in Peck, Michigan. Died February 13, 2009 in Fraser, Michigan. Graduated from Peck High School, Class of 1930. Employed by Reliance Insurance Company as a Secretary. Predeceased by husband, of more than 60 years, Robert J. Pickering. Survived by nephew Robert (Lynn) Whalen.

PIECHOTA SHAWN PIECHOTA Age 48. Beloved mother of Danielle. Loving daughter of Gloria and the late Al Pavlichek. Dear sister of Dawn (Ken) Schrader, Jean Randall and Joseph Pavlichek. Visiting Saturday 3-8 p.m., Sunday 2-8 p.m. with Services at 5:30 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (Btw 6-7 Mile).

PEIRCE BEVERLY A PIERCE BEVERLY PIERCE BEVERLY ROBINSON PIERCE (nee ROBINSON); February 12, 2009; age 84. Beloved wife of James L.; dear mother of Robert (Juliette), Douglas (Teri) and the late Michael; loving grandmother of four. Visitation Tuesday, 4 to 7 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. www.mccabefuneralhome.com

PIERFELICE THEODORE  PIERFELICE Age 85, February 17, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Eliana. Loving father of Louis (Olga), Francesco, Maria (Alfred) Vogwill and Vittorio (Connie) Pierfelice. Proud grandfather of 12 and three great-grandchildren. Brother of Carmela Kilgore and the late Francesco and Renato Pierfelice. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. with evening Rosary at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr). In state Saturday 11:30 a.m. until time of Mass 12 noon at St. Malachy Catholic Church, 14085 E. Fourteen Mile Rd (E. of Schoenherr). Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Twp. Share memories at www.bcfh.com

PIERNICK IRENE C PIERNICK IRENE PIERNICK IRENE CITRON PIERNICK(nee CITRON) Age 92, of Westland and Clearwater Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Maplewood Manor, Wayne, Sunday, February 1, 2009 after a long battle with colon cancer. Irene was born February 9, 1916 in Detroit. She grew up in Detroit and graduated from high school at the age of 15 from the High School of Commerce, adjacent to Cass Tech. She met her future husband-to-be Anthony "Tony" Piernick, in 1930. In 1932, Irene married Tony and they began their marriage of over 57 years. In 1941 they bought property and built a home on Pennie Road in Dearborn Township, now Dearborn Heights. They lived together there until Tony passed away in 1990, and then Irene lived there and in Florida until just two years ago, when she relocated to the Village of Westland. Irene worked as an executive secretary for Ford Motor Company for 27 years. Irene Piernick is survived by her two sons, Anthony T. "Tom" (Margie), Clearwater Beach, Florida and Matthew (Jean), Dearborn Heights, by two grandsons, David and Adam, and by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, Dearborn Chapel, 22546 Michigan Ave., Dearborn Thursday, February 5, 2009 from 1-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral will be held Friday, February 6th, 11 a.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 120 N. Military, Dearborn, MI 48124, followed by a luncheon at the church. Interment will follow, at Glen Eden Cemetery, 35667 W. 8 Mile Rd., Livonia. Contributions may be made in Irene's name to Christ Episcopal Church of Dearborn. howepeterson.com

PIETRANDREA DINA PIETRANDREA age 83 of Dearborn. Beloved wife of the late William. Loving mother of Linda (Artemio) DelSerrone, Doris (David) Pratt, and Angela (Patrick) Canfield. Dear sister of Cornelia Rossi, the late Fiorina Evangelista, the late Romeo Cerilli. Dearest grandmother of Dina (Mike) Muglia, Kristina (Tony) Finocchio, David Pratt, William Canfield, Jennifer (Brian) Woehlke, Mark Pratt, Patrick Canfield, and Mike Pratt. Dear great-grandmother of Isabel and Michael Muglia. Visitation at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home 23701 Ford Rd. on Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a Rosary Sunday 7:00 p.m. Funeral service Monday, In state St. Clement Catholic Church, 5275 Kenilworth (Dearborn) 10 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Entombment St. Hedwig Cemetery (Dearborn Hts.) Family suggests donations to American Heart Association. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com

PIHL LT GEN DONALD SCOTT PIHL LT RETIRED LT GEN DONALD PIHL RETIRED born on 18 August 1937 in San Francisco, CA; died on February 10, 2009; at the age of 71. He was the son of the late Donald and Evelyn Pihl of Albany, CA. He is survived by Sandra (Young), his beloved wife of 51 years, of Rochester Hills, MI.; as well as his loving children, son and daughter-in-law, Douglas and Kimberly of Gilroy, CA; son and daughter-in-law, Gregory and Diane of Aubrey, TX; and daughter and son-in-law, Victoria and Nathan Rose, of Saginaw, MI; and adoring grandchildren, Michael, Alyssa, Amy, Sarah, Alexis, Alana, Jacob, and Abigail. He is also survived by his brother, Stanley of Mariposa, CA; and his brother and sister-in-law, Curtis and Cindy, of San Mateo, CA. Don attended the University of California at Berkeley, where he earned his BS and, later, his MBA degrees. He had a distinguished career in the United States Army, proudly serving his country for 31 years. He later joined the General Dynamics Corporation, from which he retired in 2002 as a Senior Vice President. Don was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who treasured the time with his loved ones and close friends. He enriched the lives of a great many people, personally and professionally, and he will truly be missed. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at Sacred Heart of the Hills Catholic Church, 3400 S. Adams Rd. Auburn Hills, MI followed by an Interment Ceremony at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, MI at 2 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the USO, the American Red Cross, or Leader Dogs for the Blind of Rochester, MI. Arrangements in the care of the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home Rochester. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

PILCHIK DAVID PILCHIK Devoted brother of Hy (Louise) Pilchik. Dear uncle of Marsha (Dr. Jeffrey) Deitch, Ilene (Douglas) Kahan, Hilary (Brian) Goodman, Risa (David) Blau. Also survived by many loving great-nieces and nephews, other family members and friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES TODAY, 2:00PM AT THE BETH EL MEMORAL PARK CEMETERY IN LIVONIA. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL (248) 406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

PINAK WALTER PINAK February 21, 2009. Age 83. Beloved husband of Mary for 55 years. Loving father of John (Vicki), Ronald (Mary) and James. Grandfather of Patrick, Riley, and Shane. Memorial gathering Tuesday, February 24, 2009 11 a.m.-12 p.m. immediately followed by a noon memorial service at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth, Redford, MI 48239. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Walter's name to the Parkinson's Foundation of Michigan. Please leave the family a message at www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com

PIWOWAR ALLEN A PIWOWAR ALLEN PIWOWAR February 4, 2009 age 60 of Canton. Survived by his loving wife Gayle; children Eric, Nicole, Robyn and Scott; parents Walter J. and Mary Helen Piwowar. Also survived by siblings; Gordon, Karen, Martin, Susan and Jean Ann as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family. Visitation Saturday and Sunday 2-9 p.m. McCabe Funeral Home, 851 N. Canton Center Rd., Canton. In state Monday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 44800 Warren, Canton. www.mccabefuneralhome.com

PIZIALI GLENN CAROL PIZIALI GLENN PIZIALI GLENN MATTHIAS PIZIALI Age 59. February 25, 2009 of Lake Orion since 1995. Beloved wife of David Piziali. Loving step-mother of Robert Piziali (Tamara), Lisa Piziali, Daryl Greenwood, and Bryan Greenwood, and step-grandmother of Matthew, Lauren, and Kristen. Dear aunt of Natalie Christiansen (Carlos), Art Matthias, and the late Joe Matthias. Dear great-aunt of Lor, Kane, Kayley, and Tyler. Predeceased by brothers Raymond and Arthur Matthias and parents Raymond and Mary Matthias. Viewing Friday 4-8 p.m. at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Rd. (between Big Beaver and Wattles Rds.), Troy, 248-689-0700. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. with viewing at 10 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 37635 Dequindre Rd. (just N. of Big Beaver Rd.), Troy. Interment White Chapel Memorial Cemetery, Troy. Memorial donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association or the National Kidney Foundation. Share memories at www.pricefuneralhome.net.

PIZZO MARIA V PIZZO MARIA VENTIMIGLIA PIZZO (nee VENTIMIGLIA) Age 95, February 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Salvatore. Loving mother of Salvatore (Martina) and Giuseppa (the late Salvatore) Nepa. Proud Nonna of Grace, Tom (Maria), Maria Nepa, Maria (Pete) Messmen and Gabriella Pizzo. Great grandmother of Luca and Noemi Messmen and Salvatore and Giuseppe Nepa. Dear sister of Andrew Ventimiglia and the late Serafina Candela, Caterina Bommarito, Gino, Pietro, Francesco and Vito Ventimiglia. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Ave. (N of 10 Mile Rd.) Sunday from 2-9 p.m. with an evening Rosary. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at San Francesco Catholic Church, 22870 S. Nunneley Rd. (off Metro Pkwy/Gratiot) Clinton Twp. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Twp. Share memories at www.bcfh.com

PLESZ JOHN EARL PLESZ JOHN PLESZ Age 65 of Auburn Hills. January 31, 2009. Husband of Susan. Dear father of Lisa (Chris) Nagorski, Michelle (Drew) Ciora, Michael (Missy), Jessica, and John Plesz. Loving grandfather of Shane, Scout, Amanda, Josh, Anna, and Julia. Brother of Jerry (Mary) Plesz. Also survived by his step-father Gerry Sulkay and many nieces and nephews. John founded CES Computer and Engineering Services. He was an accomplished musician and a huge sports fan. Funeral Mass Wednesday, February 4, 2009 11 a.m. with an in state of 10:30 a.m. at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 2700 Waldon Rd., Lake Orion. The family will receive friends Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Suggested memorials to the Parkinson Foundation. Online guestbook at www.modetzfuneralhomes.com.

POFF MARY V POFF MARY POFF of Waterford; February 21, 2009; at 95 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Rufus Poff; dear mother of Lucille (special friend Joseph Leavy) Thompson and the late Patricia (Donald) Donner; loving grandmother of Jack (Jacquelyn) Thompson, Jill (Branton III) Dennis, Scott (Missy) Thompson, Donald (Linda) Donner and Catherine (Keith) Kowicki; great grandmother of Jack and Valerie Thompson, Victoria and Branton IV Dennis, Jason Thompson, Melissa and Michael Kowicki, Conrad, Dillon, and Jordan Donner. Funeral Mass Thursday, February 26, 2009, 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Church, 5495 Dixie Hwy., Waterford. Prayers of Committal to follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Clarkston. Family will receive friends at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford Wednesday 4 to 8 p.m. Vigil for the deceased Wednesday 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Avalon Hospice. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

POINTER, DAVID W.; age 68; passed February 25, 2009. Beloved husband of Deborah for over 20 years; loving father of Linneya (Ted) Keranen and Shawna (Jim) Ludwig; beloved grandfather of Erin, Ted, Morgan and Jordan; cherished brother of Pauline (Harold) Cross, Richard Pointer, Myrtle (Tom) Fuller, Orlene Oldenburg, Jay Trammell, Larry Trammell and the late Brenda Meir. Services Saturday, February 28, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black and Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Rd. Visitation Friday, February 27, 2009, 2 to 8 p.m. Memorials appreciated to Area Agency on Aging 1-B and Arbor Hospice Foundation.

POKRIEFKA GEORGIANA E POKRIEFKA GEORGIANA POKRIEFKA GEORGIANA MIARKA POKRIEFKA COOKIE POKRIEFKA (nee Miarka) February 8, 2009 in Gainesville, Florida, 66 years. Beloved wife of J. Mike Pokriefka. Dear mother of Jeffrey G. (Jane) and Robert (Christine). Loving grandmother of David, Jeffrey, Matthew and Joshua. Dear daughter of the late Thaddeus and Helen Miarka. Sister of Thaddeus and John Miarka. Niece of Matthew Lewicki. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe. In state 9 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Detroit until Mass at 10 a.m. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Rosary Monday 7:30 p.m.

POLIAT ESTHER POLIAT Devoted aunt of Linda Puner and Elizabeth (Dennis) Blasberg. Great-aunt of David, Mark, Stephen and Kelley. Also remembered by many loving family members and friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES FRIDAY 2 P.M. AT CLOVERHILL PARK CEMETERY, ROYAL OAK. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

POLIDORO LEWIS G POLIDORO LEWIS POLIDODO of Pontiac, formerly of Tempe, AZ; died February 15, 2009; at 78 years of age. Brother of Gilbert Polidoro; cousin of Larry and Greg Campagna, John and Michael Heggie and Gary, Steve and John DiBernardo. Mr. Polidoro was a Sergeant with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He received a degree in Pharmacy in Detroit and was also a professor at Arizona State University, where he taught Speech Audiology, in which he had received his Doctorate degree. Lewis was an avid reader, and he also enjoyed playing golf. A Graveside Service will be held Friday, February 20, 2009, at 9:30 a.m. at Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Rd., Holly, MI 48442. Arrangements entrusted to Coats Funeral Home, Waterford. To send a private condolence to the family, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select guestbook.

POLLEY PATRICIA A POLLEY PATRICIA POLLEY of Waterford; February 13, 2009; age 70. Preceded in death by her husband Arthur, son Arthur and grandson Michael. Mother of Debbie (Dan) Nance; grandma of Christin and Courtney Easton; sister of Jean Willhite. Funeral Service Monday 11:30 a.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit 10:30 a.m. until time of service. Online guest book www.wintfuneralhome.com

POLTORAK JUNE POLTORAK Age 88, February 8, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Leonard. Dear mother of Dennis Poltorak (Carole), Claudia Azarovitz (Stephen) and David Poltorak. Loving grandmother of Jennifer Poltorak, John Poltorak (Dunya), Janeen Azarovitz, Matthew Azarovitz, Michael Azarovitz, Darren Poltorak, and Renee Poltorak. Great-grandmother of Audie and Tate. Also survived by former daughter-in-law, Noreen Poltorak. Family will receive friends Sunday 2-7 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver), with Scripture Service at 4 p.m. Memorial Mass Monday 10:30 a.m. at Guardian Angels Church, 581 E. 14 Mile Road, Clawson. Memorial tributes to Leader Dogs For the Blind. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

POMA VINCENZO POMA JIMMY POMA February 5, 2009. age 87. Beloved husband of Maria (nee Manzo) for 60 years. "Per sempre amore" Loving father of Francesco (Lucy) and Catherina (Kayed) Elamad. Proud and loving Nonno of Joseph (Julia), Dina, Jennie, Adam, Jimmy, and Vince, and great grandfather of Isabella, Francesca, and Maria. Mr. Poma served in the Italian Army during WWII, and retired from Chrysler in 1980 after 33 years of loyal service. Visitation Saturday 5-9 pm. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Mass at San Francesco Catholic Church, 22870 S. Nunneley (S. of Metro Parkway, E. of Gratiot). Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Please share memories with the family at their "On line Guest Book" at Wujekcalcaterra.com.

POMILIA JAMES V POMILIA JAMES POMILIA February 8, 2009, age 59. Beloved father of Jana (Greg) Lantzy and Lisa. Proud grandfather of Vinnie and Jacob. Loving son of Mary (the late John). Also remembered by his siblings Angela (Paul) Yandura, Lisa Casanova, Joanne (Mike) Reiss and John (Lori). Visitation at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Twp). 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rds. Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Wake Service at 7 p.m. In state Wednesday 10 a.m. at SS. John and Paul Catholic Church, 7777 W. 28 Mile (Just West of Campground) until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. Tributes to Vietnam Veteran's of America are welcome. Share memories with the family at their "On line guest book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

POPE VINCENT POPE Age 96 of Dearborn. February 4, 2009. Loving father of Vincent J. Pope and Vickie Lee (Jim) Kubus. Dearest grandfather of Tiffany Lee Pope. Mr. Pope was a retired Livonia Public School Teacher, as well a proud U of M Graduate. Visitation Wednesday (2-18-09) 3-7 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd (313)278-5100. Memorial Service Wednesday 6 p.m. at the funeral home. The Family suggests donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Please visit our Online guestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com

POPKE ORVILLE E  POPKE ORVILLE  POPKE Age 76, of St. Clair, died February 16, 2009. Beloved husband of Janice, Loving father of Loren (Dennis) Sheppard and Carol (Rev. Peter) Marcis. Cherished grandfather of Molly and Erin Marcis and Sean Sheppard. Brother of Hazel Janush. Predeceased by brother-in-law Leonard Janush. Services Friday at 10:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Port Huron. Interment in Great Lakes National Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, China Twp. (810-329-4766) and Friday 9-10 a.m. at the church. Memorials suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church and school.

POPP MINERVA POPP Age 87, of Bloomfield Hills, died peacefully February 1, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John L. Popp. Dear mother of Carolyn (Walt) Lindow, Violet (Philip) Vestevich, and Patricia (Michael) Raezler. Proud grandmother of Johnathon Lindow, Jennifer Lindow, Wendy Vestevich, Christina Vestevich, Johnny Philip Popp Vestevich, Adam (Colleen) Raezler, Katie Raezler, Michael Raezler, and Stephanie Raezler. Cherished sister of Irimie "Jim" Burz, Aurelia "Irene" Metes, and Nicholas (Helen) Burz. Also many nieces and nephews. Funeral from St. John the Baptist Romanian Byzantine Rite Catholic Church, 2371 Woodstock Dr., Detroit 48203, Thursday 10 a.m. Friends may visit at church beginning at 9:30 a.m. Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Saracusta 7 p.m. Memorials appreciated to St. John the Baptist Church. Obituary & Condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com

POPRAVSKY WALLACE NICHOLAS POPRAVSKY WALLACE POPRAVSKY Age 78 of Howell, formerly of Farmington Hills, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2009. Wally was a U.S. Army Veteran and retired Detroit Edison electrical engineer. Beloved husband of Margaret (Anderson) whom he married in Farmington Hills in 1981. Loving father of Nicholas (Debbie) Popravsky, Jr. of Novi, Lori (Phil) Corbett of Corvallis, MT, Cindy (William) Davis of Utica; step-father of Alex (Terri) Mamo of Redford, Gayla (Bruce) Reuter-Alm of Howell and Charles (Janet) Reuter of Howell. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and his brother, John Popravsky of Farmington Hills. He was preceded in death by brother, Louis. Funeral Service Wednesday, February 25 at 11 a.m. from MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800). Interment to follow at Harger Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to American Cancer Society. Please visit the family's online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com

PORRECA TERESA PORRECA Age 88, February 17, 2009 of Trenton. Beloved wife of the late Vincent. Loving mother of Joe (Renee'), John (Linda) and Catherine (Dennis) Eddolls. Mrs. Porreca is survived by her grandchildren, Michael Porreca, Terri (Roger) Toupin, Vincent (Debbie) Porreca, Lori (Dennis) Walczak, Denise Kwilos, Danielle Eddolls, the late Victor Porreca and his wife Stacey and 11 great grandchildren. In state at Trenton Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd. Friday 2:30 -9 p.m. and at St. Timothy Catholic Church, Trenton, Saturday 9 a.m. until Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Michigan Memorial Park. Rosary, Friday 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Please visit online guestbook at www.martenson.com.

PORTELLI GODWIN KURT PORTELLI GODWIN PORTELLI February 11, 2009, age 55, resident of Roscommon. Dear brother of Josette (Fred) Drobek, Rosette Doherty and Edwin Portelli. Dear uncle of Kris (Krista), Kerry, Michael and Kelly. Great uncle to Grace, Marissa and Isabelle. Proud owner of Foxy. Celebration of Life Memorial Mass will take place on Saturday, February 28th, 10 a.m., at Sweetest Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 4440 Russell, Detroit (313-831-6659). Family will receive friends at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. Arrangements entrusted to the Sterling Heights Chapel of the Obarzanek Funeral Home.

PORTER JAMES T PORTER JAMES PORTER February 25, 2009, age 81. Beloved husband of 61 years to Phyllis. Loving father of Carol Porter and the late Steven. Funeral Service Monday 1p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Family will receive friends Sunday 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes to the Alzheimer's Association. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

POSPIECH FRANK POSPIECH February 17, 2009 Age 89. Retired Fire Chief, Detroit Fire Department. Loving husband of Helen. Dear father of Dennis (Mary) Pospiech, Sandra (Michael) Quinlan, Betty Pospiech and the late Linda Cibulski. Dear grandfather of seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 5-9 p.m and Friday 1-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service Friday 7 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Saturday 12 noon until time of Funeral Mass 12:30 p.m. at St. Raymond Church, 20103 Joann, Detroit. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

POSZYWAK DAVID A POSZYWAK DAVID POSZYWAK February 8, 2009, age 48. Beloved son of John and Nancy. Dear brother of Michael, Thomas, Karen (Criag) Cartmill and Sharon. Uncle of Tyler, Angelina, Ian, Sarah and Daniel. Nephew of Raymond Poszywak. Visitation Wednesday 2 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main Street, Plymouth. Visitation will continue on Thursday from 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 47650 North Territorial Road at Beck, Plymouth. Rosary service Wednesday 7 p.m. Share your special thoughts and memories at schrader-howell.com

POTTER RALPH B POTTER RALPH POTTER age 88; of Rochester Hills; February 14, 2009. Husband of Helen; father of Gene, Roy and Carol Prenosil; grandfather of 16. Funeral Service 2 p.m. Tuesday at Pixley Funeral Home-Davis Chapel, Auburn Hills, with Visitation from 11 a.m. until service time.

POTTER TIMOTHY J POTTER TIMOTHY POTTER Age 57. February 12, 2009. Beloved husband of Sharon. Dearest father of Michelle Karas, Christine, and Timothy, Jr. Proud grandfather of Marissa, Kailee, and Colin. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Prayers Sunday 7 p.m. In state Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Kieran Church, 53600 Mound (S. of 25 Mile) until Mass 11 a.m. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

POULLS HARRY  POULLS Age 82, February 17, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Anny. Loving father of Christine (the late Alfred) Gebert. Proud grandfather of Michael J. Gebert. Brother of the late George (Fanny) Alexander and Marge (Robert) Taddia. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral service Friday 12 noon at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile) Warren. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. www.ahpeters.com

POWELL MICHAEL DAVID POWELL MICHAEL POWELL of Pinckney, formerly of Pontiac; February 5, 2009; age 65. Husband of Nancy; father of Christine (Harry) Anderson of Pinckney, Erica Sawallich of Green Oak Twp., David Michael Powell of Flint, Edward M.R. (Janice) Powell of Webberville, Vincent (Michelle) Powell of Brighton, Haven (Shannon) Powell of Metamora and Stephen Powell of Gregory; grandfather of 11 and 3 foreign exchange grandchildren; brother of Stephen of FL, Catherine of Waterford and the late Mark and Patrick; son-in-law of Elsie Bigger; brother-in-law of Diane Powell. Preceded in death by his parents, Marvin Red and Dorothy. Mike retired from Ford Motor. He was the former Mayor of Pinckney and worked for SSB Bank. He enjoyed gardening. His family was his life. Funeral Service Monday, 12:30 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston, where friends may visit Saturday, 6 to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Interment Ottawa Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family. Online guest book www.wintfuneralhome.com

POWERS ISADORE D POWERS ISADORE POWERS February 10, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Victoria R. Also survived by several loving nieces, nephews, great nieces, nephews and many friends. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail), Thursday 2:30 - 9 p.m. Rosary Thursday 8 p.m. In state 10 a.m. at St. Sabina Catholic Church, 25065 Ann Arbor, (between Inkster and Telegraph Rds.) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com.

POWERS MARY POWERS age 91; of Bloomfield Hills, formerly of Oscoda and Pontiac; February 1, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband, Howard; survived by her sons, Gerald (Johneane) and Rob (Linda); grandchildren, John (Valerie), Lisa and Stephen; and great granddaughter, Harper. Private Services by Pixley Funeral Home Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel Keego Harbor. Visit www.mem.com

PRAJZNER JEROME PRAJZNER JERRY PRAJZNER Age 72, of Hazel Park, died February 4, 2009. Surviving are his sisters Ann Less, Theresa Dudek, Gloria Main; brother Patrick Prajzner; and 15 nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by brothers John, Robert, and LeRoy Prajzner, and his parents John and Anna Prajzner. Memorial gathering Tuesday 5 p.m., until the time of service at 7 p.m., at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 23919 John R., Hazel Park. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com.

PRAKKEN JOHN COOK PRAKKEN JOHN PRAKKEN JACK PRAKKEN Jack was born March 25th, 1920 in Highland, Park, MI to Helena Lawrence and William Prakken. He passed away in his home at age 88 in Brighton MI, Saturday January 31, 2009, with his family at his bedside. Jack was preceded in death by his first wife Kathryn Lockwood Prakken, daughter Shauna, brothers Lawrence and Richard Prakken. He is survived by his loving wife Sybil M. Holton Prakken, his children Janet (Robert) Serra, Mark, Lawrence and Andrew (Julie) Prakken, Liana, Edward (Melany) and Mark Holton, as well as his grandchildren Aaron (Rose) Lake, Rachel and Juliet (Nathaniel) Serra, Kaitlin and Adriana Prakken, Isaac Walker, Christopher, Samuel, Joseph, Chad and Melissa Holton, as well as one great-grandchild Ruby Lake. Jack was a veteran and worked 37 years as a Metallurgical Engineer for Chrysler. He attended the First United Methodist Church in Howell, was a distinguished flautist, loved tennis, sailing, traveling, water skiing and playing bridge. Jack was also a devoted Scoutmaster. He will be remembered for his generous spirit, quick wit, and stories of his many wonderful adventures. He will be missed by all. Jack's memorial service is Friday February 6th at the First United Methodist Church of Howell, 1230 Bower St., Howell, MI 48843 (517) 546-2730. Visitation 11 a.m.-noon, Memorial Service 12 p.m.-1 p.m. Donations may be made to St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospice, Office of Dev, P O Box 995 Ann Arbor, MI 48106.

PRIEM ROSALINE D STEFFKA PRIEM ROSALINE STEFFKA PRIEM ROSALINE PRIEM  (NEE STEFFKA)Of Taylor, age 78, February 11, 2009. Dear wife of the late Howard. Dearest mother of Diane (Lee) Campbell, Sharon (Jeff) Brehmer, Dennis (Patti), the late William, and Wesley (Carol) Priem. Six grandchildren. Visitation Sunday 12 noon until time of service at 2 p.m. at R.J. Nixon Funeral Home in Wyandotte, (734) 284-1600.

PRIEUR LAWRENCE PRIEUR February 9, 2009, age 76. Loving husband of Beverly. Loving father of Beverly (Jim) Fields, Gregory (Nan), Debra (Everett) Finkbeiner, Ronald (Pam), Mark, and the late Patti Prieur-Schmeling. Survived by 13 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren, one brother and one sister. Father-in-law of Matt Schmeling. Visitation Thursday 9:30 a.m. at St. Anne Church, 1000 St. Anne, Detroit until time of Mass 10 a.m. Arrangements by Sajewski Funeral Home, 313-271-2500.

PRUSS MICHAEL CASMERE PRUSS MICHAEL PRUSS Age 87, of Grosse Pointe Woods and Sault Ste. Marie, Canada. February 1, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Norma Z. Dear father of Michael Craig (Terry) and Susan (Joseph) Lafata. Dearest grandfather of Michael Vincent. Brother of the late Frederick. Memorial service and interment Thursday 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Dixie Cemetery in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Peace. Arrangements entrusted to A.H. Peters Funeral Home, Grosse Pointe Woods. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Michigan Humane Society or American Diabetes Association. ahpeters.com

PRZYWARA EDNA PRZYWARA February 22, 2009. Age 87. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Dearest mother of James (Jackie), Jerry and Larry (Barb). Dearest grandmother of Dennis, Deann (Pat) Nagel, Jimmy, Paul, Shannon, and Michael. Dear great grandmother of Ashley, Nicholas, and Gabriel. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. ((One Block N. of 12 Mile), Warren. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

PURCELL WILLIAM R PURCELL WILLIAM PURCELL Died peacefully November 8, 2008 surrounded by the love of his family at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Phyllis. Dearest father of Bradley (Patricia) and Kristin. Cherished grandfather of Alaina; and brother of Mary Lou Purcell and Judith Matelic. A memorial service will be held at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 17100 Chalmers, Detroit 48205 on Saturday, Feb. 21st at 11a.m. Memorials may be addressed to the church. Arrangements entrusted with Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home of Fraser. Share memories at: www.faulmannwalsh.com

PURDY DOROTHY EDNA PURDY DOROTHY PURDY Age 81 of Westland, February 16, 2009. Dear mother of Nancy Rohloff of West Bloomfield and James (Lynette) of Traverse City. Proud grandmother of Brian, Michael, Scott, and John. Leaves behind her special "grandkids" Rudy, Berniece, and Duke. Survived by her sister Marion (Wallace) Barringer and many nieces and nephews who affectionately called her "Auntie Duck". Family will greet visitors Friday 2 p.m. until the time of Service 4 p.m. at Generations Funeral & Cremation Services, 29550 Grand River (W. of Middlebelt), Farmington Hills. Please, at her request, no flowers. Instead, donations to Michigan Humane Soceity would be appreciated.

PURVIN CHARLES L PURVIN CHARLES PURVIN Age 80, died peacefully February 3, 2009. Beloved husband of Lorraine. Dear father of Gary (Vicki) Purvin, Glenn (Sandy) Purvin and Lorry (John) Schwegman. Proud grandfather of Katherine and Eric Purvin, Warren and Harper Purvin and Maxwell, Erica and Elena Schwegman. Cherished brother of Ted (Mary) Purvin, Betty Ball, Beverly Luria, the late Benjamin Purvin Jr., the late Dorothy Thomas, and the late Calvin Purvin. Also great friend to many at Sunrise Assisted Living. Funeral at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Friday 11 a.m. Friends may visit beginning at 10 a.m. Visitation Thursday 3-8 p.m. with Mason Service at 7:30 p.m. Memorials appreciated to the Alzheimer's Association. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com

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