BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING 

MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES

February 2009

LAST NAME "R"

RACHUNOK ALEX RACHUNOK age 88. Died on January 27, 2009 in Vero Beach, FL surrounded by his family. He was born in Rittman, OH on March 16, 1920 and lived most of his life in the Detroit and Novi, MI area, spending the winter months in Green Valley, AZ for many years. Alex graduated from Pershing High School and enjoyed playing sports throughout his lifetime including golf, semi-professional baseball, and senior softball. Alex was nicknamed the "Babe" due to his great love of baseball, which was second only to his love of family. He spent sixty years married to his sweetheart, Kay, and they had four children. After her passing, he married Sybil Dermody and they happily spent his last years being Vero Beach snowbirds. Big Al, as he was known, was an easy going, kind, and very generous man. He was actively involved in church fundraising, coaching little league & basketball, and establishing various youth sports programs. He spoke Russian fluently and proudly served in WWII as an interpreter in Military Intelligence stationed in Tehran, Iran. Alex was fortunate to live a full and complete life, but he leaves behind many who love him dearly. Survivors include his wife, Sybil Rachunok; son, Alex Rachunok, Jr. (Sue); daughters, Donna Rachunok, Cathy Hirschauer (Jack), and Marg "Peggy" Hanlin (Gary); sister, Nina Trimberger; and three beloved grandchildren, Kelly Gilman, Ben Rachunok, and Charlie Rachunok. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in memory of Mr. Rachunok. A funeral mass and memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 46325 W. 10 Mile Rd. Novi, MI.

RAFT WILLIAM RAFT 1930—2009. Weep no more as I have gone to be with our Lord. Loving father of Cindy (Steve), the late Patric (Lisa), Billy (Josh) and Kerry (David). Precious Papa of Brianna, Braeden, Taylor, Meghan, Danielle, Sarah, Christopher and Vicki. Great-Papa of Anthony, Caleb and Marissa. Beloved brother of the late Frank (Ruth), the late Margaret (William), the late Georgie, sister Grace Marie, the late Rosemary (Leo), Robert (Peppi), Doris (Howard), the late John (Jean) and Ken (Anne). Bill will be missed by all of his friends and relatives here and in Canada. Visitation Sunday 1-6 p.m. at the Don Graham Funeral Home, Inc. 1005 Junction, Detroit at Fisher Fwy. (313) 849-0120. Visitation Monday 12 noon at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 5930 McClellan until time of Mass at 1 p.m.  

RAHAIM PATRICIA SIMONE RAHAIM PATRICIA RAHAIM age 70, of Grosse Pointe Shores, passed away peacefully at her home along side her family with a short and sudden battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Robert for 49 years. Born April 15, 1938 to the late Peter and the late Doris DeAngelo. Dear loving mother of her sons, Robert Samuel Rahaim, Douglas (Margaret) Rahaim, and daughter Kimberly (Jeffrey) Llaneza. Survived by her brothers Sam (Karey) DeAngelo, Peter (Kay) DeAngelo, Mark DeAngelo, and sisters Mary Ann (the late Frank) Tiseo, Caroline (the late Nick) Locricchio and Rose (Conrad) Sulla. Loving grandmother of nine grandchildren Robert (Susan) Rahaim, Sarah Rahaim, Kristin Rahaim, Jennifer Rahaim, Amanda Llaneza, Samantha Llaneza, Douglas Rahaim, Michael Rahaim, and Nicholas Rahaim. Proud great grandmother of three beautiful girls: Grace Rahaim, Maya Rahaim, and Aline Rahaim. Patricia was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many. She made holidays and family gatherings special with her exceptional talent in the kitchen. She unconditionally opened her heart and her kitchen to her children and grandchildren, friends and family. We are deeply saddened by her death and Patricia will remain in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers forever and ever. Viewing will be held at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230 on Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 467 Fairford (at Morningside), Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org.

RAISANEN ELIZABETH HILDA RAISANEN ELIZABETH RAISANEN BETTY RAISANEN Age 92, of Matthews, NC, and formerly of Mt. Clemens, died Monday, February 9, 2009 at her residence. Born January 25, 1917 in England, she was a daughter of the late Henry Arthur William Roberts and Agnes Elizabeth Bentley Roberts. During WWII she worked in hangers on British Aircraft. Mrs. Raisanen was a retired E.K.G. Technician. She was a member of Mill Grove United Methodist Church of Indian Trail. Mrs. Raisanen enjoyed arts and crafts, painting, gardening and solving word puzzles. The service to celebrate her life will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2009 in the chapel of White Chapel Cemetery of Troy. Interment will immediately follow in the cemetery. Survivors include two children, Jack Raisanen and his wife, Shari, of Matthews and Bobbi Jo Raisanen of Houston, TX; two grandchildren, Kim Carmien of Gillette WY and Russell T. Pitera and his wife, Alisa of Hemby Bridge; and five great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Raisanen was preceded in death by four siblings. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 324 N. McDowell Street, Charlotte, NC 28204. Arrangements by Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 East 15 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 (586-977-7300).

RAMSEY BETTY M RAMSEY BETTY RAMSEY February 14, 2009. Age 79 of Garden City. Beloved mother of Lila (James) Jones and L. Carlton (Sarah Ann) Ramsey. Dear grandmother of Eli (Katie) Jones, Miranda (Aaron) Cox and Stephan Carlton Ramsey. Service Tuesday 1 p.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood, Westland. Family will receive friends Monday 4-8 p.m. Please visit and post a note of condolence at www.uhtfh.com

RANKIN PAUL T RANKIN PAUL RANKIN Paul passed on Friday, January 30, 2009 at Beaumount with wife Fran at his side. A native Detroiter, he worked for Detroit Public Schools until his 1986 retirement. Paul is survived by his wife, Fran; brothers, Stuart Rankin and Graham Rankin; daughters, Barbara Walker, Marylee Diaz Cortez, and Pattie Shanks; and grandchildren, Stephen Walker and Ann Walker. Memorial service, 11 a.m. Wednesday February 4, at North Congregational Church in Farmington Hills. Memorial contributions to St. Alexander Food Cupboard, 27835 Shiawassee, Farmington Hills.  

RATCLIFFE BERNETTA M RATCLIFFE BERNETTA RATCLIFFE February 23, 2009. Dear wife of John. Dear mother of Kenneth (Denise) and Brian (Holly). Loving grandmother of Cody, Amber and Gabrielle. Dear sister of Jean M. Patterson, Ronald (Patricia) Martoia, Joseph and the late Charles Martoia. Visitation 6:30 -9 p.m. Thursday and 2-9 p.m. Friday with a 7:30 p.m. Scripture Service at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Rd., New Baltimore. In state 9:30 a.m. Saturday until time of Liturgy at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Queen of Creation Church, 50931 Maria, New Baltimore. Memorials to St. Mary Church.

RATICH GARY L RATICH GARY RATICH January 30, 2009, Age 64. Dear father of Jeffrey, Christopher, Melissa and Lance. Loving grandfather of Maya.Brother of Marlene Barkley. For time and place of service please contact the family. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com  

RAUCH KATHLEEN F RAUCH KATHLEEN RAUCH February 25, 2009, age 62. Beloved wife of Phillip. Loving mother of Julie (Jeff) Glebe and Suzanne (Phil) Waligora. Dear sister of Ralph Fader. In state Tuesday 10 a.m. with Mass to follow 10:30 a.m. at St. Edith Catholic Church, 15089 Newburgh Road (South of Five Mile Rd.). Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m., with Scripture Service 7 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile Rd. (Between Middlebelt and Merriman) Livonia. Memorial contributions may be made to IHM Sisters or Angela Hospice and envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. www.neely-turowski.com.

READ JANET POLK READ JANET READ Age 64, of Wellington, Florida, passed away on Thursday, February 5 from heart complications. Born in Detroit, Michigan on August 29, 1944, to Winifred and Ralph L. Polk. Janet resided in Pacific Palisades, California and Bloomfield Hills, Michigan before moving to Wellington in 1995. An avid horse lover her entire life, Janet was a dedicated member of the Bloomfield Open Hunt Club and the Wellington Polo Club and proud owner of several accomplished hunter/jumpers. Janet's generous spirit, sharp wit, and infectious laugh will last in the memories of all who knew and loved her. Janet is survived by her son Christopher Read of California, her brother Stephen Polk of Michigan, as well as four nieces, four nephews, three great-nephews and one great-niece. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 2nd at 10 a.m. at St. Rita Catholic Church, 1379 Riverside Circle, Wellington, Florida. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the American Heart Association (AmericanHeart.org), or to Central Kentucky Riding for Hope (CKRH.org). Acknowledgement of gifts can be made to Stephen Polk, P.O. Box 2199, Birmingham, MI 48012.

READER HELENE C  READER HELENE  READER died Monday, February 16, 2009. Beloved wife of the late James Reader and loving mother of the late James Reader Jr. and Barbara Jan who survives. Helene's family will receive friends at the Nie Family Funeral Home, Carpenter Rd. Chapel, 2400 Carpenter Rd., on Wednesday, February 18th from 2-8 p.m. A Trisagion Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 19th at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 3109 Scio Church Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103 at 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Fr. Nicolaos Kotsis officiating. Burial will follow at Washtenong Memorial Park. Please visit Helene's personal web page at www.niefuneralhomes.com to sign her guest book or to leave a memory.

REARDON LYNNE GAIL BALSOM REARDON LYNNE BALSOM REARDON LYNNE REARDON LYNNE GAIL REARDON September 30 1942-January 30, 2009. Devoted mother, loving sister, doting aunt. Survived by daughter Tracy (Jennifer); sister Barbara; nephews Chad (Valerie) and Adam; niece Taylor (Austin) Epp, and numerous family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or the Humane Society of MI.  

REAUME NORMAN EDGAR REAUME NORMAN REAUME EDDY REAUME Age 76 of Howell, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Eddy had been employed as a Sergeant with the Detroit Police Department until his retirement. Beloved husband of Bobbie (Hutson), loving father of Gary Edgar (Donna) Reaume of Howell, Marc (Gina) Reaume of Howell and Danny Carl Reaume of Fowlerville. Dear grandfather to five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Also survived by his sister, Donna Mae (Dennis) Fettig of Farmington. Memorial service Saturday, March 7 at 4:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of the Eagle, 141 Schroeder Park Drive, Howell (517-548-1630) where the family will receive friends from 1- 6 p.m., luncheon at 2 p.m. Memorial contributions suggested to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by MacDonald's Funeral Home - Howell (517-546-2800). Please visit the family's online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com

REDDO C JUNE REDDO C REDDO Age 79, February 11, 2009. Beloved wife of the late James Bovee. Loving mother of Diane, Dana and Dennis. Devoted grandmother of two and great grandmother of six. Dear sister of Joseph A. Reddo and the late Joe Faucett. The family would like to extend their thanks to all the special caretakers of June through her last days; Debbie M., Krihna, Donna and Debbie Mc. Visitation Friday 3 p.m. until the funeral service at 7:30 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com

REEDY RONALD JOSEPH REEDY RONALD REEDY born March 8, 1935, died February 16, 2009 in Colorado Springs. Loving husband of Patti Reedy of Colorado Springs, Colorado; devoted father/stepfather of Patricia Reedy (Meri Issel) of Berkeley, CA, Sean Reedy of FL, Aimee Reedy (Eduardo Brambila) of San Jose, CA, Carrie Pedraza (Carlos) of Corte Madera, CA, Rebecca Reedy of Oakland, CA, Lance Geda (Mary) of Milford, CT, and Summer Geda of Quincy, MA; adoring grandfather of Alejandro, Quinn, Analuna, Louie, Rico, Colin, Bunta, Yuzo, Sierra, and Dashiel. Ron Reedy was born in Detroit, Michigan to Lois (nee: Daziel) and Joseph Brooks. When he was nine years old he was adopted by his stepfather, Victor Reedy. During his childhood he lived in Lansing, MI where he graduated from Resurrection High School and attended Michigan State University before honorably serving in the United States Army. After his military service, he completed an apprenticeship as a wood model maker for the Fisher Body Division of General Motors Corporation in Warren, MI. He retired from General Motors after 38 years of service as a Journeyman Wood Model Maker, UAW Representative, and Training Consultant for UAW represented plants in the US and Canada. He worked an additional two years for the Oakland County Road Commission, as the Manager of Training. Mr. Reedy earned Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from Oakland University in Rochester, MI where he subsequently taught for five years, as an adjunct faculty member, in the School of Education and Human Services. Throughout his life, Ron passionately defended human rights by actively supporting: civil, workers', women's, gay, and prisoner's rights; and worked to improve conditions for the sick and poor. In 1997, he and his wife relocated to Colorado Springs, CO where Ron was an active member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Men's Club and Pax Christi; and served as President for the Ravencrest Homeowners Association for several years. He was often the "Pots & Pans Washer" at the Marion House Soup Kitchen on the fourth Saturday of the month. Ron had a passion for running and competed in many road races including the Boston, New York, Detroit, Los Angeles, and Chicago marathons. He climbed several fourteeners in Colorado and successfully completed the Pikes Peak Ascent. Ron also enjoyed telling long stories to family and friends, reading, hiking, golfing, a good game of poker or craps, and the thrill of having a bet on a big horse race. His sparkling blue eyes and great love of life will be missed, but never forgotten, by all of us who love him. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 1800 W. Maple Road, Birmingham, MI 48009. Inurnment will follow at the Ottawa Park Cemetery, 6180 Dixie Highway, Clarkston, MI 48346

REED-ALLEN DENISE A REED-ALLEN DENISE REED-ALLEN DENISE ALLEN age 56; of Holly; died Tuesday, February 3, 2009. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, February 6, 2009, at St. Rita Catholic Church of Holly with Father David Blazek, Celebrant. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and a Rosary prayed at 7 p.m. on Thursday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Denise was born in Howell on September 7, 1952, the daughter of Eugene and ReJeanne (LaMarche) Reed. She was a police dispatcher with the Holly Police Department for 24 years and was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. She will be sadly missed by her two children, Jennifer Allen of Grand Blanc and John Allen of Holly; father, Eugene Reed of CA; brothers and sisters, Dennis (Debbie) Reed of Holly, Janet (Terry) Hoag of Holt, Eugenia Reed of Fenton and Ronald Reed of Oscoda. She was preceded in death by her mother. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com 

REETZ JOHN REETZ SR Age 73 of Warren, died January 29, 2009. Dear father of Tawny Reetz-Davis, John Jr., Linda (Kevin) Reetz-Kahl, Michael (Alicia), Richard Reetz and Arlene Contreras. Brother of Patricia (Irwin) McGinnis, Helen Marsack, Robert Reetz and the late William, James, Gerald and Peggy Reetz, Elenor Peltier, Eileen Kalisz and Kathleen Galvin. Former husband of Mable Reetz. Funeral Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Rewalt Funeral Home, Richmond. Visiting Monday from 3-8 p.m. and Tuesday from 9-10 a.m.  

REGAN TIMOTHY REGAN Age 52 of Detroit, died January 29, 2009. Memorial Mass to be held Tuesday February 3rd, 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Marine City.

REICHERT FRANK REICHERT age 96; of Higgins Lake, formerly of Pontiac; died January 29, 2009. Supervisor at Pontiac Motor Division for 36 years retiring in 1972. Born in Sandusky to George and Margaret (Neider) Reichert, and married Verna I. Hatt on November 23, 1939 in Owosso. Survived by wife, Verna; children, Miriam Wisenbaugh of Roscommon, Linda (Dick) Dunaj of Pontiac, Paul (Quanda) Reichert of Rochester and Ken (Janis) Reichert of Prudenville; 15 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; 16 great great grandchildren; and 2 sisters. Funeral Services 11 a.m. Monday at First Congregational Church, Roscommon. Memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements by Walsh Funeral Home, Roscommon (989-275-3600). 

REID JAMES EDWARD REID JAMES REID of Pontiac; beloved husband of Jeanette for nearly 30 years; was taken to his eternal home in heaven by the angels on February 24, 2009. He was born in Pontiac on September 10, 1927, to the late Clarence and Linda (Arft) Reid. A postal worker, he retired in 1985 after 30 years of service. He was a faithful member of the Eastside Church of Christ, where he was active in the Food Pantry Ministry and was vice president of the Senior Saints Ministry. Jim was an honored veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II and saw action on Okinawa. He was on the Oakland County Veterans Board and was a member of VFW Post #1008 and was an active member of the Honor Guard detail. He was preceded in death by his first wife, DeLores. Father of Kerry Reid of White Lake, Laureen Shafer of Panama City, FL, Kathleen (Chet) Bartnik of Waterford, Colleen Tremblay and Delleen Kuras, both of Port Huron; step-father of Roger (Laura) Kuras of Waterford, Robert Kuras of Port Huron andMichelle (Samir) Kashou of Texas; also survived by 16 grandchildren; and one great grandchild; brother of Don (Bette) Reid of Waterford, Robert (Lois) Reid of Rochester, Donna (Leslie) Shadwell and the late Richard Reid. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Friday at Eastside Church of Christ, 149 Martin Luther King Blvd.-North in Pontiac, followed by burial with military honors at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. Visitation Wednesday, 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday, 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home-Davis Chapel, 3530 Auburn Road in Auburn Hills. Memorial contributions in Jim's name may be made to his church's building fund

REID MARY ELIZABETH REID MARY REID MARY ERDMANN REID (nee Erdmann) Age 78, died February 21, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Francis James Reid. Dear mother of Michael, Frank, Paula, Mary Katherine Ladd, Marty, David and Chris. Also seven grandchildren. Funeral from St. Mary Magdalen Church, 50 E. Annabelle, Hazel Park, Tuesday, time pending. Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd (between 14 & 15 Mile Rds), Monday 2-9 p.m. Obituary and condolences at: lynchfuneraldirectors.com

REIFLER DONALD ALLEN REIFLER DONALD REIFLER Beloved husband of the late Faye Reifler. Devoted father of J.J. (Amy) Reifler, Nancy (Dale) Turken, Dr. Sharon (Dr. Barry) Reifler Rosenberg, and Alan (Fiancee Liza Zolot) Reifler. Loving grandfather of Madison and Morgan Reifler, Jack and Alec Turken, Drew and Lauren Rosenberg. Cherished brother of the late Dorine Reifler and brother-in-law of Harriette (Jack) Kligman and Anne (Jack) Aronson. SERVICES 10:30 A.M. SUNDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT AT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com  

REINSTEIN MARIANNE REINSTEIN Beloved wife of the late Norbert Reinstein. Dear mother of Gladys (Larry) Rockind and Mark (Anne) Reinstein. Loving grandmother of Neil (Karen) Rockind, Sandy Rockind, Carin Rockind, Joel Reinstein, and Elizabeth Reinstein. Devoted great-grandmother of Aliya, Harley, and Jaden. Dearest sister of the late Karl Bauer. SERVICES SUNDAY, 1 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE HEBREW MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com.

REITERMAN BEATRICE E SCHOENHERR REITERMAN BEATRICE SCHOENHERR REITERMAN BEATRICE REITERMAN (NEE SCHOENHERR)Age 93. February 8, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Cliff. Donations preferred to the Wilson Cancer Center at William Beaumont-Troy. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby), 54880 Van Dyke Ave. at 25 Mile Rd. Rosary Wednesday 7 p.m. Funeral Thursday, in state 9 a.m. at St. Blase, 12151 15 Mile Rd. (between Schoenherr and Van Dyke) until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Davis Cemetery, Ray Township, MI. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

REITZ MARION C REITZ MARION REITZ age 78; of Rochester; entered life eternal on February 5, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Marvin; dear mother of Susan (Thomas) Mellott of White Lake, Karen (Bryan) Lister of Rochester Hills, Laura (Thomas) Barrett of Rochester Hills, Paul (Donna) Reitz of San Antonio, TX, Daniel (Tricia) Reitz of Newport, NC, and Thomas (Patti) Reitz of Clarkston; also survived by 14 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren; sister of Donald (Louise) Doran and Lillian Williams; sister-in-law of Virginia and Bill Woodruff. Funeral Service 11 a.m. Monday at St. John Lutheran Church, 1011 W. University Drive in Rochester, the Rev. Dr. Gregory Sawyer, officiating. Burial in Glen Eden Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Drive in Rochester. Memorial contributions may be made to the Karmanos Cancer Institute or the Alzheimers Association. Send memories and condolences to www.mem.com

RELING ROSE WIST RELING RELING (NEE WIST) Age 68, February 22, 2009. Beloved wife of Edward O. Loving Mother of Mark, David (Christine), Michael (Tricia) and Claudette (Kurt) Fix. Proud grandmother of David (Daniella), Jacqueline, Austin, Aaron, Kurt Fix Jr., Ryan Fix and Anthony Fix. Great-grandmother of Vincent. Dear Sister of Mary Hammer, Eva Kristl, Josef Wist, Theresa Gerber and Helen Merony. Visitation at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile Rd) Warren, Wednesday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Thursday 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. In state at St. Blasé Catholic Church, 12151 Fifteen Mile Rd. Sterling Heights Friday 9 a.m. until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. www.ahpeters.com

REMBACKI FRANK A REMBACKI FRANK REMBACKI Age 76, passed away on February 21, 2009. Beloved husband of Beverly (Plocki). Dearest Dad to Therese (Patrick) Boka, Cheryl (Ralph) DiPerna, Debra (Craig) Holder and Danise Workman. He was a loving gramps to eight and a great-gramps to four. Memorial Mass will be held at our lady of the Lakes in Waterford, MI at 11 a.m. on February 28, 2009.

RETZEL MATILDA RETZEL Age 92, February 9, 2009. She was a loving mother, a devout Catholic and a dedicated nurse. Matilda was preceded in death by her husband Henry of 34 years and is survived by daughters Cynthia (Mike) Flack, Christine (Ed) Doyle, Elizabeth (Barth) Bucciarelli, and Geralyn Retzel; grandchildren Matthew, Joseph, Andrew, Ian, Nicholas, Brigette, Thomas, Olivia, and Gabriel; siblings Josephine "Sophie" Klapkowski, William Sustrich, and many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Wednesday 3-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Road, Redford. Funeral Mass will be Thursday, in-state 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Scholastica Catholic Church, 17320 Rosemont, Detroit. In lieu of flowers the family appreciates memorials to the Lutheran Home of Livonia. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com.

REWIAKO February 5, 2009. Age 90. Beloved husband of the late Irene. Dearest father of Karen (Don) Shirey, Andrea (Stephen) Vandekerkhoff, Patrick (Carol) Rewiako, and the late Richard (Vici) Rewiako. Also survived by six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Tuesday 9 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Matthias Church, 12509 19 Mile Rd. (W. of Schoenherr). Interment Resurrectionn Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

REYNOLDS NORMA JEAN REYNOLDS NORMA REYNOLDS February 10, 2009; age 71; of West Bloomfield. Wife of the late Richard; dear mother of David Jones (Amy); step-mother of Dale (Ann) and Jenifer Foster (Ken); also survived by eight grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Funeral Service Saturday, 11 a.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (between 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Friday 5 to 7 p.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial tributes to Beaumont Hospice, 3601 W. Thirteen Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073.

RICE ANNA RUTH RICE ANNA RICE Age 77, February 20, 2009 of Dearborn Heights. Very beloved wife of Francis. Dearest mother of Shelia (Lloyd) Bennett, Lois Jean (Dennis) Crandall, David Allen Mason, Denise Popp, Linda (James) Smith and Florine (Terry) Ruttan. Proud grandmother of Maggie Logan as well as 11 other grandchildren. Also survived by several great-grandchildren as well as three sisters, Jean Burton, Mary Lou Harris and Rosa Lee Haygood and one brother, Kenny (Linda) Rodgers. Preceded in death by her son, J.L. Mason, a daughter, Marilyn Engle and her parents. Funeral service Wednesday 12 p.m. at The Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). Visitation Monday 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Entombment Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery. Visit on-line guestbook www.martenson.com

RICE WILLIAM R RICE WILLIAM RICE Age 103, of Kanawha City, died Tuesday, February 10th, at Heartland of Charleston. Prior to living in Charleston, he resided in Grosse Ile, Michigan, and Winter Park, Florida. Son of Margaret and William W. Rice, he was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on August 23, 1905. He moved to Detroit at age 12, attending Northwestern High School and graduated from the University of Detroit. He was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes, of 44 years, along with five brothers and sisters. Bill was a contract negotiator for the Federal Government, specializing in cost analysis. He acted as a liaison between the "Big Three" automakers and the Department of the Army in production of specialized vehicles and worked beyond the mandatory retirement age as a chief negotiator. Bill loved to play golf which he continued to do many years after he moved to Florida in 1979. An avid sports fan, Bill loved college sports, particularly football and baseball. For years, he followed the Detroit Tigers and the Atlanta Braves. Upon moving to Charleston, he adopted WVU football and could tell you the names w/numbers of his favorite players. Simply put, Bill was a character. He was always dapper, ever cordial with an easy laugh and a kind heart. He is survived by his daughter, Barbara, of Kanawha City. Extended family includes Christi and John Martin, Charleston, Diane and Albert Ferrari, Trenton, Michigan, Stephanie and Kevin Whitehart, Archdale, NC, Tresa and Andy Martin, Winston Salem, NC, special great granddaughters, McKenzie and Kaelyn Whitehart, and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Kanawha County Humane Society, 1248 Greenbrier Street, Charleston, WV, 25311. Service will be held at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 14th, 2009, with Father John McDonough officiating. Interment will be Monday, February 16th, 2009, in Our Lady of Hope Cemetery, Brownstone, Michigan. The family will receive friends Friday, February 13th, 6 - 8 p.m. at Harding Funerals and Cremations, Kanawha City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Harding Funerals & Cremations 514 50th St. SE Kanawha City is serving the Rice family.

RICHARDS LILLIE MAY RICHARDS LILLIE RICHARDS Age 72, February 11, 2009. Beloved wife of Arthur, Jr. for 56 years. Dear mother of Arthur III, Karen (John) Patrick, Deborah (Charles) Roarty, Marie Richards, and Catherine (Kent) Pickles. Grandmother of 14 and great-grandmother of five. Sister of Gertrude Rolfe and Ralph Brennan. Visitation Friday 3-9 pm, with a scripture service at 7 pm at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Funeral Saturday 9:30 am in state, 10 am Mass at St. Dennis Catholic Church, Royal Oak. Burial Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak. Donations to Alzheimer's Association. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com.

RIGGS JACK H RIGGS JACK RIGGS September 28, 1929 - February 6, 2009. Jack H. Riggs, formerly of Northville, died February 6, 2009. Memorial Service March 27, 11 a.m., St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 508 Riviera St., Venice, Florida. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association Grant Fund or American Heart Association, appreciated.

RILLO SINFOROSA RILLO Age 96, February 24, 2009 of Lincoln Park. Loving mother of Dr. Lucy (Vic) Rivera, Tag (late Lydia) Rillo, Lily (Jun) Diego, Candido C. (Elvie) Rillo, Jr. and Teddy Rillo. Dearest grandmother of nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation Thursday 8-11 a.m. at the John K. Solosy Funeral Home, 3206 Fort, Lincoln Park. Mass 9:00 a.m. RINEER LARIENE RINEER BILLIE RINEER Age 83 of Warren, February 9, 2009. Wife of the late Phil. Sister of Betty Iadipaolo and Patricia Harris. Several nieces and nephews. No services held. Arrangements by Rudy Funeral Home.

RINEY JEAN M RINEY JEAN RINEY February 13, 2009. Age 81 of Belleville. Loving mother of Sandra L. (Jim) Vasko and David B. Riney. Proud grandmother of Melaina and Matthew Vasko. Visitation Monday 4-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd, Westland (btwn. Ford and Cherry Hill), Funeral Service Monday 8 p.m. To leave a message of condolence please visit: vermeulenfuneralhome.com

RIPPLINGER THERESA M DeFRANCESCO RIPPLINGER THERESA DeFRANCESCO RIPPLINGER THERESA RIPPLINGER (Nee DeFRANCESCO) February 23, 2009 in Oregon City Oregon. Beloved wife of the late John. Dear mother of Christopher (Debbie), Michael (Kate), Annette, Gregory (Karen) and Joseph. Grandmother of Paul, Ben, Alex and Zoe. Funeral handled by Hillside Chapel-Oregon City. Services and burial on Saturday, February 28, 2009. 

RISTICH NIKOLA RISTICH M.D.; of Waterford; on February 21, 2009. Husband of Marija Ristich; also survived by his nephews and nieces, Nick (Nancy) Ristich, Jim Ristich, Jenny Ristich and Lillian (Tim) Hultz. Dr. Ristich was born in Yugoslavia, studied medicine at Belgrade University and served at Clinton Valley Mental Hospital for many years before retiring. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Wednesday, February 9, 2009, COATS FUNERAL HOME in Waterford. Fr. Dimitar Alincanec of St. George of Kratovo will officiate. Interment following at Perry Mt. Park Cemetery in Pontiac. Family will receive friends on Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to St. George of Kratovo, 29141 W. 12 Mile, Farmington Hills 48334. To send a private condolence to the family, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

RIZK DR ROBERT K RIZK DR ROBERT RIZK DR RIZK February 2, 2009. Age 76 of Troy. Prominent dentist in Bloomfield Hills. Dear father of MaryAnn McKenna, Robert T. (Lynette), Kathleen K. and the late Timothy R. Grandfather of Taylor McKenna, Abigail Rizk and Madeline Rizk. Brother of Dolores Radtke (William), Gloria Bonacorsi, Raymond (Dolores) and the late Ronald. Preceded in death by his parents Abraham and Sarah. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile) Thursday 5-8 p.m. and Friday 2-8 p.m. Rosary Friday evening. Funeral Mass Saturday 11 a.m. at Church of St. Owen, 6869 Franklin Rd., Bloomfield Hills. Visitation begins at church 10:30 a.m. Memorial tributes to The Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48207. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

ROBERT DONALD E ROBERT DONALD ROBERT February 22, 2009; age 77. Beloved husband of the late Anne; loving father of Mike (Mary) Robert and Kathy Robert; proud grandfather of Sarah, Alyssa, and Christopher; dear brother of Ken (Sandy) Starbird and Marlene (Carl) Brodie. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 8 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral Mass Thursday; In State 9:30 a.m. with Mass 10 a.m. at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent DePaul. www.mccabefuneralhome.com

ROBERTS LIONEL F ROBERTS LIONEL ROBERTS Age 79, of Brighton, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at home with his family by his side. Born to Thomas and Ethel (Johnston) Roberts on August 9, 1929 in Ontario, Canada. Lionel was a member of the United States Army during the Korean War. He married Hazel Jolly on May 12, 1951 in Detroit. He received a degree in criminal justice from School Craft College and also attended the F.B.I. National Academy 106th session. He then retired from Redford Township where he held the position of Deputy Chief of Police. Lionel was a member of All Saints Lutheran Church of Hartland. Preceding him in death were his parents, Thomas and Ethel. He is survived by his wife, Hazel, two daughters, Sasha (Robert) Roberts-Levi and Elizabeth Roberts Wizinsky; four grandchildren, Alexander Roberts-Perazza, Ramon Roberts-Perazza, Steven (Rachel Beckley) Wizinsky and Pamela Wizinsky; two brothers, Thomas Roberts and William (Charlott) Roberts. Visitation Friday 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Herrmann Funeral Home. Funeral Saturday 12:00 p.m. with an hour of visitation prior to at All Saints Lutheran Church of Hartland, with Rev. Ronald Rein officiating. Memorials suggested to ALS or Livingston County Humane Society, envelopes are available at Herrmann Funeral Home, 810-229-2905.

ROBLEE MIRIAM ANN STOCKING ROBLEE MIRIAM STOCKING ROBLEE MIRIAM ROBLEE MIRIAM ANN ROBLEE February 11, 2009. Age 84. Wife of the late Marvin Roblee, mother of Michael (Iris), Ronald (Sharon), Claudia (Mark) and Suzanne (Mark). Grandmother of Jennifer, Aimee, Daniel, Katie, Becky, Sarah, Selina, Justin and Lauren. Great-grandmother of twelve and great-great grandmother of two. Sister of Frederick (Maxine) Stocking and the late Andrew (Helen) Stocking. She was a source of unconditional love to all and loved by all who will remember her beautiful smile. Mass will be held at Saint Ann's Catholic Church at 825 South Ortonville Road, Ortonville, at 10 a.m. on Monday February 16th. In lieu of flowers consider a donation to Seasons Hospice or the Alzheimer's Association.

ROCHELEAU DONALD ROCHELEAU Age 74, of Warren, died Saturday, February 14, 2009. Beloved husband of Geraldine (Cook) Rocheleau. Dear father of Renee (Douglas) Bowers and Craig (companion Kathleen Buck). Dear grandfather of Ryan and Randy Bowers. Brother of Richard. Donald was an avid outdoorsman. Funeral Services Wednesday 10 a.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 9 p.m. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org

ROCHELEAU MARJORIE E ROCHELEAU MARJORIE ROCHELEAU MARJORIE ROBINSON ROCHELEAU (nee Robinson) Age 90, formerly of Redford, died Feb. 27, 2009. She was a devoted long time employed of Michigan Bell working in customer relations. Beloved wife and soul mate of the late Jay A. Cherished mother of Joan (Matt) Galfano. Proud and devoted grandmother of Matthew and Mark (Laura). Adoring great grandmother of Alissa, Sophia and Erin. Also family pet Sara. Dear daughter of the late Leander and Elizabeth. Dear sister of the late Donnell (Fran) and Phyllis. Also many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 6-9 p.m. and Monday 1-9 p.m. with Scripture Service Monday Evening at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile), Warren. Funeral Tuesday at St. Malachy Catholic Church, 14085 Fourteen Mile Rd. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or Michigan Humane Society. ahpeters.com

ROCKHILL DELVIN ROCKHILL DV ROCKHILL age 25; passed away Sunday, February 8, 2009 at his residence. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009 at St. Stephens Missionary Baptist Church, 69 S. Astor St., Pastor Al Terrell, officiating. Interment Perry Mount Park Cemetery, 878 N. Perry St. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 10 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Rockhill will Lie in State in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 268 N. Perry St., from 1 to 7 p.m. Friday. Mr. Delvin Rockhill was born May 13, 1983 in Vicksburg, Mississippi, the son of Carolyn Singleton and Alfred Warren. Mr. Rockhill leaves to cherish his memory, fiance', Desiree Lether of Clinton Township, MI; three children, Samare'a, Chrishaundra and Jaylen; parents, Carolyn Singleton and Alfred Warren; step-father, Robert Singleton; grandparents, Sylvester (Alice) Rockhill; four sisters, Valencia; Shaquia, Sanopia, Jessica; two brothers, Shontell and Jeremy; mother and father-in-law, Cheryl (Daniel) Nelson; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.

RODE VIRGINIA MAY RODE VIRGINIA RODE JEAN RODE Age 87, February 4, 2009 of Detroit. Loving mother of Robert (Lynn). Proud grandmother of four. Great grandmother of three. Preceded in death by her husband Donald and two sons David and Douglas. Funeral service Saturday 12 noon at the Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). Interment Woodmere Cemetery. Visitation Friday 2:30 -9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in honor of Virginia's life may be made to the American Heart Association. Please visit online guest book at www.martenson.com

RODEGHIER ROSE RODEGHIER 58, of Farmington, suddenly on January 29, 2009. Rose is survived by Rich, her beloved husband of 35 years; and her devoted children, Janet, Chris and Matt. Visitation Sunday 1-8 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd., (btw. 9-10 Mile Rds., just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Funeral service Monday, February 2nd, 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Glen Eden. Memorial tributes suggested to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Breast Cancer Found. www.komen.org. heeney-sundquist.com

RODRIGUEZ RUBEN RODRIGUEZ age 80; of Pontiac; January 29, 2009. Beloved husband of Dale; cherished father of Richard, Kimberly and Stephanie (Steve) Vandergraff; proud grandfather of five; and great grandfather of three; also survived by two dear sisters; and many loving nieces and nephews. Ruben retired from GM after 30 years of service; he was a member of the Pontiac Eagles #1230 and Boy Scout Leader of Troop #29. He was an avid gardener and bowler and enjoyed spending time with his family. Private family services have been held. Inurnment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Arrangements by Pixley Funeral Home Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel, Keego Harbor. Visit www.mem.com

ROELANDT CHARLES R ROELANDT CHARLES ROELANDT Age 66 of Naperville, IL. Beloved husband of Joan. Loving father of Rachelle (Scott) Piwko, Joelle (Thomas) Sisto, Dr. Darrell (Jennifer) and Danielle. Dear grandfather of Brandon, Nicholas and Sarah Piwko, Katherine and Madeline Sisto, Steven and Isabelle Roelandt. Cherished son of Julia and the late Arden. Fond brother of James (Shirley) and the late Susan Burstall. Also survived by his special friend Lucky. Charles retired from AT&T in 1998. Prior to moving to Naperville, IL he was on the planning commission for Sterling Heights, MI for 9 years. Charles was also a member of Belgium American Association. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores (Between 12 and 13 Mile Roads). Instate at St. Denis Catholic Church Monday 9 a.m. with a mass at 10 a.m. Internment at St. Denis Cemetery Lexington, MI.

ROEMENSKY, OLGA K ROEMENSKY OLGA ROEMENSKY a life long resident of Cass Lake in Waterford; died January 18, 2009; at age 85. Beloved wife of the late Edward Roemensky for 49 years; dear mother of David (Gaele) Roemensky of White Lake; loving grandmother of Ryan (Kelly) Roemensky and Michael (Diana) Roemensky; dear sister of Norbert (Rose Marie) Kopeikin and the late Joseph Kopeikin; dear aunt of Pamela (Roy) Bowden. Olga had retired from Oakland County where she served as a Social Worker for many years. She was a life long member of Our Lady of Refuge, 3750 Commerce Rd., Orchard Lake where a Memorial Mass will be held Friday, February 20, 2009 at 11 a.m. Family will receive friends at church at 10:30 a.m. prior to Mass. Memorial donations may be to Estabrook s Havencrest, 9259 Sandyside, White Lake 48386. To send a private condolence to the family, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

ROESER WESLEY E ROESER WESLEY ROESER Age 94, February 6, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy. Dearest father of David (Deborah). Loving grandfather of David R. and Devon. Dear brother of Violet Braden. Services were held at Emmanuel Church, Livonia. Interment Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. Arrangements by Generations Funeral Services, Farmington Hills.

ROESLER LAURA V ROESLER LAURA ROESLER Age 88. February 7, 2009. Lifelong resident of Dearborn. Beloved wife of Wilbert Max Roesler. Loving mother of Don (the late Karen), Bill and Gary (Pamela Johnston). Cherished grandmother of Dawn and David. Dearest great-grandmother of two. Private Funeral Services were arranged for Mrs. Roesler. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, 4100 John R., Detroit, MI 48201. Arrangements by Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home.

ROFFEY LOIS H ROFFEY LOIS ROFFEY February 1, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Donald. Dear mother of Dawn Roffey and Susan (Gene) LeBlanc. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Service Thursday 3:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

ROGERS RICHARD ROGERS Age 53. Beloved husband of Bettylou Rogers. Loving father of Stacey (Michael) Huyser, Richard Rogers and Krista Rogers. Brother of Ethel Helsel, John (Joann) Rogers, Jim (Pat) Rogers, Woody (Patty) Rogers, Linda (Rich) Mandoky, Larry (Marcia) Rogers and the late Raymond Rogers and Jerry Rogers. Visitation at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 43300 Garfield (north of 19 Mile Rd.) Monday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday 7 p.m. Share your thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com

ROOSA DOROTHY J ROOSA DOROTHY ROOSA DOTTIE ROOSA of Waterford; February 18, 2009; at 87 years of age. She was born on August 29, 1921, to the late Kort and Martha Spitzner. Devoted wife of the late Jack Roosa, whom she married on February 20, 1946, in Cleveland, OH; loving mother of Barbara (John) LeRoy of Oxford and the late Roger Roosa; grandmother of Roger Keith (Valerie) Roosa, Brian (Misty) Roosa, Laura (Jason) Ricketts, all of MD, John (Kelly) LeRoy of Oxford and Karen (Keith) Sampsell of Waterford; great grandmother of Roger, Tori, Vanessa, Riley, Drew, Trystan, Teagan, Justin, and was anticipating the arrival of Jack, due any day; sister of Martha Scottie Vanaman, Elizabeth Merola, the late Herbert Spitzner, the late Richard Spitzner and the late Anne Azulay. Dottie was a veteran of the U.S. NAVY in The Waves during W.W.II. She formerly owned and operated Stapp s Shoes in Pontiac and Waterford with her husband. She especially enjoyed crocheting, was heavily involved with the WaterfordSenior Center and was a longtime member of Community Presbyterian Church, 4301 Monroe, Waterford, where her Memorial Service will be Monday, February 23, 2009, at 11 a.m. The family will receive friends Sunday, 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford and at church after 10 a.m. on Monday. Pastor Tom Hartley officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Community Presbyterian Church and/or the Waterford Senior Center. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

ROSE RONALD ROSE Age 78, died at home in Barefoot Bay, FL on February 9, 2009. Ron loved his bride for 59 years and cared about his family above all else. Ron was born in Detroit and attended Southeastern High School and Michigan State University. He is survived by his loving wife Midge; children Carolyn, Don and Sue; and grandchildren Lizzie, Jennifer, Tim, and Jack. He will be missed very much. Memorial donations to H.A.L.O. animal rescue in Sebastion, FL 32976 would be appreciated.

ROSENTHAL HAROLD ROSENTHAL Son of the late William and Minnie Rosenthal. Beloved husband of Diana Rosenthal. Dearest mother of Jerome (Constance) Rosenthal, and Larry (Linda) Singer. Loving brother of Sam Rosenthal. Devoted grandfather of Dana (Wendi) Singer, Eric (Anna) Singer, Benjamin Rosenthal, and Joshua Rosenthal. Adoring great-grandfather of Chase Rosenthal. Also survived by many loving nephews and nieces. Graveside Services Tuesday 1 p.m. at the Hebrew Memorial Park. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622.

ROSENTHAL HAROLD ROSENTHAL Son of the late William and Minnie Rosenthal. Beloved husband of Diana Rosenthal. Dearest father of Jerome (Constance) Rosenthal, and Larry (Linda) Rosenthal. Loving brother of Sam Rosenthal. Devoted grandfather of Dana (Wendi) Singer, Eric (Anna) Singer, Michael Singer, Benjamin Rosenthal, Joshua Rosenthal. Adoring great-grandfather of Chase Rosenthal. Also survived by many loving nephews and nieces. Graveside Services Tuesday 1 p.m. at the Hebrew Memorial Park. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622. 

ROSSEEL RENE O ROSSEEL RENE ROSSEEL Age 96, February 4, 2009 of Clinton Township. Loving husband of Marie. Beloved father of Edward, Mary (Mark) Jones, Thomas (Carol) and Denise (Douglas) King. Dear grandfather of Carolyn Hardy, Tara King, David Roseel and Kathleen Jones. Great-grandfather of five. In state Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church, 95 Market, Mt. Clemens until Funeral Mass 11:00 a.m. Rosary Friday 7:00 p.m. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield (N. of 15 Mile). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com 

ROSSOW RAYMOND H ROSSOW RAYMOND ROSSOW Age 85, of Clearwater, FL (formerly of Farmington Hills), February 10, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Iris (1991). Loving father of Larry (Kelly), Linda, Jerry (Dolly) and Cheryl (Elliot) Hathorn. Cherished grandfather of five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Arlene (Al) Smithson and Helen (Ed) Taylor. Longtime companion of Eleanor Morgan. Ray is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Martha (nee Esch) and his brothers, Harold, Lawrence and Ralph. Funeral service Saturday, February 14th at 12:00 noon at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (just N. of Grand River, btwn. 9-10 Mile Rds.), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Visitation Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of the service. heeney-sundquist.com

ROTH HELEN ROTH January 26, 2009. Age 91. Wife of the late Joseph. Beloved mother of Loretta (Louis) Simon, Laura Moosekian and Theresa (Kenneth) Byrd. Dear sister of Anna Huerta, John "Sol" Mercado, Connie Wojtowicz and Mary Belkowski and the late Manuel Mercado. 10 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Trinity Church, 34500 Six Mile Road, (W. of Farmington Rd.) Livonia. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Funerals, Livonia, www.SimpleFuneralsInMichigan.com

ROUND STELLA T ROUND STELLA ROUND February 8, 2009, age 84. Beloved husband of the late Genevieve. Loving father of Robert (Margaret) and Gary (Dana). Grandfather of Rylie, Crea, Christopher (Mary), and Jennifer, and five great-grandchildren. Memorial Service Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel), 36100 Five Mile Rd. (One Mile West of Farmington Road), Friday 10 a.m.

ROWE PHYLLIS ROWE Died February 11, 2009 at the age of 76. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Dear mother of Wayne (Susan) and Kathy Rowe. Loving grandmother of Michael and Angela. Sister of Gladys Smoll, Lola Frownfelder, Carolyn Snyder and the late Bula Soderberg, Evelyn Soderberg, Myrtle Kinkir and David Snyder. Visitation Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt (south of 6 Mile) Friday, February 13, 2-9 p.m. In state Saturday 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at St. Matthew United Methodist Church, 30900 6 Mile, Livonia. Family suggests memorials to American Red Cross or American Cancer Society. Share a memory at: www.mannsfuneralhome.com

ROZYCKI, JEROME J ROZYCKI Ph.D JEROME ROZYCKI Ph.D age 97; of West Bloomfield; passed away at home on January 29, 2009. Mr. Rozycki served his country and community in many ways. He earned the rank of Captain, while serving in the United States Marine Corps during W.W.II, and was a combat officer in the South Pacific. He received copious amounts of commendations for honorable and faithful service. After his military career, Mr. Rozycki earned his doctorate degree in sociology, and became a professor at University of Detroit. Loving husband to both the late Magdalen and Eteline; beloved father of Jerry P. (Molly), Thom (Ellie), Philip (Sue) and Robert; dear grandfather of Paul, Sarah (Derek), Eileen, Devin and Christie; brother of Ray. The Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, February 2, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 4300 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield. The family will be at church on Monday to greet friends from 10:15 a.m. until mass. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Arrangements entrusted to the Pixley Funeral Home, Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel, Keego Harbor 248-682-0200. Please visit www.MEM.com and leave a tribute.

RUBENACKER, JEREMIAH D RUBENACKER JEREMIAH RUBENACKER age 23; of Ypsilanti, formerly of Davisburg. Click here for a tribute to this wonderful young man. Loving son of Richard and Debra Rubenacker and the late Charles Williams; dear brother of Scott (Christina) Rubenacker, Angelina (Daniel) Scheideman, William and Jennifer Rubenacker; proud grandson of Adrian and Evelyn Coon and Tommie and Jo Thornsbury. Jeremiah left behind many family and friends who deeply cared about him. The Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Friday, February 27, 2009, at Church of the Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Rd., Highland. Visitation will be on Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Rd., Highland. Jeremiah will Lie in State at the church on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be in Davisburg Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the church of the Holy Spirit Building Fund. Please visit www.mem.com to share a memory with the family.

RUDZIENSKY NORMA P RUDZIENSKY NORMA RUDZIENSKY Age 83, January 30, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of John (Beth), Tim (Maryanne), David (Anne) Rudziensky, and Mary Jo (Richard) Kiefer. Cherished grandmother of seven, great-grandmother of two. Dear sister of Albert Burchianti, Elizabeth Stewart and Ida Richards. Memorial Mass 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. www.thayer-rock.com

RUDZINSKI THOMAS RUDZINSKI January 16, 2009. Beloved husband of Maureen. Dearest father of Eric and Sydney. Son of Mary and the late Eugene. Brother of Walter, Frank, Tony and Ann. Memorial Mass Saturday, February 7 at SS. Peter and Paul Church at 9:30 a.m. For further information, 313-271-2500.

RUELLE RITA T RUELLE RITA RUELLE of Waterford; February 14, 2009; age 83. Loving wife of Patrick Pat for 63 years; mother of Patrick E. (Vicki Cassar) of CA, Therese Ruelle of CO, Michael John Ruelle of Sterling Heights, Gary (Lula) Ruelle, M.D. of Waterford; grandma of Kristen and Nicholas Ruelle; brother of Geraldine (Jim) Slis of Lake Ann; sister-in-law of Richard (Rita) Ruelle of Port Huron. Rita formerly worked at Clarkston Village Clinic. Friends may visit at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston Wednesday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and directly at the church Thursday 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass. Funeral Mass Thursday 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, Waterford. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Online guest book www.wintfuneralhome.com

RUSSO ROCCO RUSSO ROCKY RUSSO Age 79. February 20, 2009. Beloved husband of Bernida "Bernie" for 55 years. Dearest father of Jenny Lynn (Frank) Tymrak, Rocco, Jr. (Jacqueline), Karen Marie (William) Navalta, Barbara Ann (Robert) Heide, Patricia (Brian) Giannetti, Joseph (Cherl), and Thomas (Andrea). Proud grandfather of 24. Dear brother of Catherine Vitale, Dominic (Mary), Mary Ann Miller, Jean (Sam) Pugliese, and Anthony (Linda). Owner and Founder of Rocky Produce and Rocky Peanut. Visitation Sunday 4-9 p.m. and Monday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Church, 1400 Inglewood in Rochester until Mass 10 a.m. Entombment Resurrection. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

RUTILA AMELIA TAPANI RUTILA AMELIA RUTILA Age 103, died on February 10, 2009. Survived by daughter, Muriel Kelley, two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Respecting her wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal services will be held.

RUTKOWSKI BARBARA WASILENSKI RUTKOWSKI BARBARA RUTKOWSKI (NEE WASILENSKI)V70 years young, February 16, 2009. Formerly of New Boston, Clinton Township, and lastly Chesterfield. Loving wife of Larry. Devoted mother of Kevin (Mona), Michael (Lynne), Renee (Scott) Thurlow, Brian (Cheryl) and Steve (Lisa). Greatest grandmother of Duane, Leticia, Rachael, Ryan, Danielle, Justin (deceased), Shelby, Derek, Jordin and Payton. Precious G-ma to Alexis, Landyn and Dylann. One of earth's most precious angels has spread her wings and gone home. Until we meet at HIS feet...we were so blessed with you. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with rosary 7:00 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Thursday 9:00 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church, 95 Market St., Mt. Clemens 48043 until Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

RUTKOWSKI STANLEY RUTKOWSKI Beloved husband of Tamara Rutkowski. Dear father of Kevin (life partner Will Cowden) Rutkowski and Mark Rutkowski. Cherished son-in-law of Fay Jezioro, and the late David Jezioro. Brother of the late Barbara Gantos. Brother-in-law of Lola (Allan) Rubens. Uncle of Matthew Rubens and Daniel Rubens. SERVICES 3:00 PM SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com

RUTT ROBERT L RUTT DDS ROBERT RUTT DDS Passed away peacefully Feb. 10, 2009. Born in Philadelphia on November 8, 1920. Earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy from Wayne State University. Served in the U. S. Army as a medic in Okinawa. On April 6, 1946 he married Wanda Janice in Detroit, MI. Dr. Rutt then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Detroit and started his dental practice in Marysville. Member of the American Dental Association. Loving father of Janice (Mark) Hanson Ph.D, Donald (Pat), Brian (Kathy), and Douglas Rutt. Cherished grandfather of seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Visitation at Young Funeral Home, 4061 St. Clair Highway, China Twp. (810-329-4766), Friday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Hillside Cemetery, St. Clair. Donations may be made to establish a trust for granddaughter Mia Rutt Campbell. (write checks to Donald Robert Rutt with "Mia Trust" in memo). Donations may also be made to Annie's Nest, 1512 Clinton, St. Clair, MI.

RYAN JOANN RYAN JODY RYAN 73, passed away suddenly in Houston's Ben Taub hospital on January 19, 2009 of an aneurysm. JoAnn was born on April 4, 1935 in Detroit, MI to Margaret and John Crippen. JoAnn was previously married to Larry Ryan and for the last 10 years enjoyed Len Baranski's companionship. After JoAnn retired from First Federal Savings and Loan, she summered in Michigan and wintered on Galveston, Texas. JoAnn enjoyed dancing, traveling, playing cards with her friends, attending St. Anne's Episcopal Church (MI) and volunteering at the Marine Corp League (TX) Events. Surviving relatives include sons Eric (and Janet) and James (and Lori); her three grandchildren; Emily, Gabby and Noah, sister and brother; Caroline and John, sister-in-law; Franny and family, cousins; Debbie, Tom, Diane and Kevin, and the Baranski family. We will all remember her smile, laughter, helping hands, and enthusiasm for life. JoAnn brightened our lives and will be deeply missed. Memorial Services will be held in the spring when the flowers bloom. For more information contact either Eric at 248-808-2559 or eryan@bhamintroy.com or James at 602-510-3617 or jryan26@cox.net

RYGIEL CECELIA THERESA RYGIEL CECELIA RYGIEL February 13, 2009 . Age 92. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother Arleen (Melvin) Piasecki, Christine (Louis) Mielcarek and Denise (Thomas) Andris. Grandmother of David, Julie, Lisa, Dawn (Eric) and Justin (Sarah). Preceded in death by Paul and Timothy. Great-grandmother of seven. Visitation Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel) 36100 Five Mile Road (one mile west of Farmington Road) Sunday 3-9 PM with rosary at 4 PM. In state Monday at 10:30 AM at St Kenneth Catholic Church, 14951 Haggerty Rd. Plymouth with Mass to follow 11:00 AM

RZEPECKI RAYMOND IGNATIUS RZEPECKI RAYMOND RZEPECKI January 31, 2009. Age 69. Beloved husband of Sandra. Loving father of Pamela (Jonathan) Finch, Raymond, Jr., and Patrick. Dear grandfather of Emily Grace and Andrew Dare. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Rd. (W. of Lilley Rd.) Tuesday 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday 12-9 p.m. Rosary Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. In state 10:00 a.m Thursday at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 44800 Warren Rd. (W. of Sheldon) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.com

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