BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
February 2009
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TABER MARY G TABER MARY TABER February 13, 2009, age 81. Wife of the late Lewis Taber. Loving mother of Linda Marple, Steve Taber, Gail (Mike) Smith, Sharon (Bill) Dotson, Mark (Chris) Taber, Karen (Jim) Boase, and Michelle Taber. Also survived by loving grandchildren and great grandchildren, brother and sister. Celebration of her life on Saturday March 7th 11:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Lyon Oaks Golf and Banquet Center (County Park), 52251 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, Luncheon begins at 12:30 -1:30 p.m.
TANSKI IRENE TANSKI Age 93. February 7, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Henry. Loving mother of Robert (Audrey), Richard (Xokprakhong) and the late Ronald. Dearest grandmother of Daryl, Erica and Jeremy. Great-grandmother of Taylor, Jessica, Jack and Sydney. Dear sister of Edward (Leona) Lisoski. Funeral Tuesday, 10 a.m. Prayers at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (1 block N. of 12 Mile Rd.) Warren. Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Louise Catholic Church. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. Scripture Service Monday 7 p.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
TAULBEE DORIS E TAUBEE DORIS TAUBEE of Waterford; January 19, 2009; age 73. Loving wife of the late Reverend Raney W. Taulbee; beloved mother of James W. (Theresa) Taulbee; dear sister of Della Mitchell, Mary (Don) Williams, Lois Wolfe and Tolbert Carter Jr. (Jeannie); sister-in-law of Mary Carter and Peggy Carter; dear grandmother of Mary E. Taulbee and Jamie M. Taulbee. Mrs. Taulbee was retired from William Beaumont Hospital in Troy. Memorial Services will be Saturday, February 7, 2009, 2 p.m. at the Old Fashioned Pentecostal Church, 5765 Clarkston Road, Clarkston. The family will receive friends at the church Saturday 1:30 p.m. until time of service. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com Arrangements by the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, Waterford (248) 674-4181.
TAVTIGIAN CLAIRE G TAVTIGIAN CLAIRE TAVTIGIAN Age 93, February 19, 2009. Dear wife of the late William. Beloved mother of Shirleen Curtis, Bruce (Barbara) Tauck, and Nedra (Patrick) Porach. Five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Sister of Eileen Bacon. Funeral Thursday 10 a.m. at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn. Visitation Wednesday 1-9 p.m. www.querfeldfh.com.
TAYLOR WILLIE M TAYLOR WILLIE TAYLOR February 10, 2009 of Detroit. loving husband of Clara Caroline; nephew of Joe W. Taylor (Iona). Loving father of Nicole Taylor-Brown, William (Tina) and Sean (Tiffany). Survived by four brothers, six sisters and seven granchildren. Visitation Friday 7-9 p.m. with Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 34567 Michigan Ave., Wayne.
TEDESCO JOSEPHINE PETERS TEDESCO JOSEPHINE TEDESCO Age 85, February 16, 2009. Beloved wife of James J. Dear mother of Madeline (Yoshi) Tedesco, Charles, James (Joni) and Michael. Loving grandmother of Dana, Noah, Alex, Laura, Anthony, Vincent and the late Charles. Visitation at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800, Friday 3-8 p.m. Family will receive friends at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, 32340 Pierce St., Beverly Hills, Saturday at 10:30 a.m. until the Funeral Liturgy at 11:00 a.m. Donations may be made to Marygrove College or the Capuchins. Online condolences at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com
TEDESCO MARIA TEDESCO February 22, 2009. Age 73. Beloved wife of the late Giuseppe. Loving mother of Betty (Mario) DiPonio, Tony (Loretana), Mario, and Angelo. Proud grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of five. Dearest sister of Giuseppa Serra, Filippa DeBellis, Francesca (Peter) Melaragni, the late Italo (Aurora) Serra. Also survived by many adored nieces and nephews. Proud member of the St. Elia Club. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Thursday 7 p.m. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. time of Mass at SS. Cyril & Methodius Church, 41233 Ryan Rd. (N. of 18 Mile Rd.). Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
TERRY HAROLD TERRY SCRUBBS TERRY Born March 22, 1949 in Detroit, MI. Beloved brother of Elvin Terry Jr. (Marlene) and sister Harriette Terry-Shelby; also he leaves to cherish his memory one niece and three nephews. Arrangements by O. H. Pye Funeral Home, 17600 Plymouth Rd. (313) 838-9770.
TERTZAG HONORABLE KAYE TERTZAG CHACH TERTZAG Retired Wayne County Circuit Court Judge and longtime Detroit and Downriver public servant, passed away February 4, 2009. He is survived by his devoted wife, Kathleen; three loving children, Kyle, Kraig (Linda Robbins) and Kara (Sergio Lividini); four grand children, Julian, Kyle, Isha Bella and Sasha Tertzag; brother Mitchell "Mio" Jantamrian; brothers-in-law Robert (Sandy) Smith and Lowell (Dottie McKee) Smith, Timothy (Kathleen) Milne; sister-in-law Norma Jantamrian, and cousins, nieces and nephews, friends and colleagues. The following are members of his family who entered into eternal rest before him: Parents Hagop "Jack" and Vartanoosh "Rose" Tertzag; mother-in-law Hattie Milne, father-in-law Tom Milne, brothers George and Norman Jantamrian, sister-in-Law Ruth Jantamrian, brother-in-law Christopher Milne, nephew Austin Milne, uncle Al Moukborian and many beloved friends. Visitation Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m.-9 p.m. at Martenson Funeral Home 10915 Allen Road (at Goddard Road), Allen Park. Memorial Service Sunday 2 p.m. at Allen Park City Hall Auditorium, 16850 Southfield Road (South of I-94), Allen Park. Arrangements by SIMON JAVIZIAN FUNERAL HOME, 248. 626.7815. Internet condolences for the family may be sent to SJavizian@msn.com.
THEISEN JAMES R THEISEN JAMES THEISEN Age 82, January 31, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Dear father of James (Marj). Grandfather of James (Gina), Jonathon, Matthew, Patrick and Michaela. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Tuesday 9 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Mass at Church of the Divine Child, 1055 N. Silvery Lane at Wilson in Dearborn.
THICK GREGORY G THICK GREGORY THICK age 38; of Pontiac, MI; died Saturday, February 21, after an arduous fight with diabetes. He was born on June 29, 1970, growing up in Clarkston, MI. He is survived by his mother, Sue; and sister, Tracy Basile. Greg was a courageous young man who loved his family. He had an affinity for dogs and had a real gift for teaching large dogs to be gentle. Spending most of his life battling his diabetes, Greg was able to leave us on his terms, passing peacefully surrounded by family. His spirit and soul lives on with his family, who are comforted by the peace and serenity our beloved Greg has found. May he rest in peace as he continues his journey watching over the rest of his family and friends. Contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
THOMAS ARTHUR THOMAS ACE THOMAS The Lord has called for His angel. Arthur left us with memories of joy that will never leave our hearts. Taken on the 3rd of February, He will forever be remembered.
THOMAS PATRICIA C THOMAS PATRICIA THOMAS Age 82. February 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Dear mother of Joel (Vivienne), Michael (Patricia), Tracy (Amy) and the late Martin. Grandmother of Jamie, Jody, Michael, Jason and Jeffrey. Great-grandmother of Scarlett, Jude and Destiny. Sister of Beverly Quint and the late Shirley Rickard. Visitation 5-8 p.m. Thursday and 3-8 p.m. Friday at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic, Warren. Rosary 7:00 p.m. Friday. In state at St. Martin de Porres Church from 10:30 a.m. Saturday until Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. ahpeters.com
THOMPSON JANE L THOMPSON JANE THOMPSON February 7, 2009. Age 88. Beloved wife of the late Marion "Butch". Dear mother of Lynn Thompson Gibbons (Jim) and Kay Miller (Bill). Loving grandmother of Lindsay and Meghan Miller. Dear sister of John Burzenski of Connecticut. Visitation and Memorial Tuesday 10 a.m.-12 Noon at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods. Memorial Contributions to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Metropolitan Detroit Chapter, 24359 Northwestern Highway Suite 225, Southfield, MI 48075. ahpeters.com
THOMPSON JUDY THOMPSON Age 89, of Plymouth, passed away February 6, 2009. Devoted wife of 67 years to Stephen. Loving mother of Stephenie VanHellemont and Ron (Sue) Thompson. Proud grandmother of Ronnie (Kristy) Thompson, Katie Thompson, Joey Thompson, Trevor Stewart, Megan and Julian VanHellemont. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. from St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 44800 Warren Rd. (¼ mile West of Sheldon Rd.) Canton. Family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. Memorials may be made the Alzheimer's Association. Share memories www.schrader-howell.com
THORESON GERALDINE THORESON JERI THORESON Age 76. February 21, 2009 in Tucson, Arizona. Born September 3, 1932, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Jeri was a former resident of Farmington Hills and South Lyon. Her hobbies included golf and many years of horse and dog breeding, training and competition. She is survived by her life-long friend, JoAnn Lewis. Cherished mother of John Thoreson. Dear sister of Jeane Johnson, Richard (Joyce) McKenzie, Michael (Debbie) McKenzie. Niece of Kenneth McKenzie. Survived and loved by many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and friends. She was predeceased by parents Harrison and Helen McKenzie. Visitation at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi (248) 348-1800 Friday, 12:00 p.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m. Interment Oakland Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to: Peppi's House Hospice Unit, c/o TMC, 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85712.
THORPE DANNY LEE THORPE DANNY THORPE January 31, 2009. Age 56. Of Melvindale. Dearest father of Danny, Tricia, Lauraleigh Thorpe, and Nathan, Maria, and Nikol French. Loving brother of Donna, Sandy, Brenda, Carol, Debbie, and the late Randy and Wanda. Also survived by three grandchildren, five nieces and one nephew. Funeral Friday, February 6, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd. (Allen Park Chapel). Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. Interment Woodmere Cemetery. Onlineguestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com
THORSBY WALKER GEORGE THORSBY WALKER THORSBY February 1, 2009, age 86. Beloved husband of the late Jacqueline. Dear father of Mark (Lise), Gordon (Elaine) and Jennifer Hendrickson. Grandfather of six. Brother of William (Mary Lee) and Nancy Novak. Memorial service Wednesday 11 a.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Visitation begins at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes to William Beaumont Hospital. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
THURWACHTER ELIZABETH J THURWACHTER ELIZABETH THURWACHTER age 87; long time resident of Lathrup Village; passed away peacefully February 21, 2009. Loving mother of John (Nina) and Dawn; beloved grandma to Sean and Evan. Predeceased by her son, Charles. Visitation Wednesday 2 to 7 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 32515 Woodward Ave. Royal Oak. Funeral Service Thursday, 11 a.m. Northbrook Church, 22055 W. 14 mile at Lahser, Beverly Hills. Interment at White Chapel Cemetery.
TILTON JAMES F TILTON SR JAMES TILTON SR Bay City, Michigan. Mr. Tilton passed away Thursday January 29, 2009 at his residence in Leesburg, Florida. Age 74 years. He was born May 12, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, retired from the Brighton Ford Dealership. The Funeral Liturgy and Rite of Committal Service will take place Friday, February 6, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Celebrant will be Rev. Fr. Robert S. Gohm with private interment in Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc., 201 W. Midland St. Bay City, MI 48706 Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. The Vigil for the deceased will take place Thursday at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Tilton will be taken to the church on Friday to lie in state from 9 a.m. until the time of services. If you are unable to attend the services you may offer your condolences on line at www. gephartfuneralhome.com
TIMM ELMER J TIMM ELMER TIMM February 19, 2009. Age 93 of Dearborn. Formerly of Lincoln Park. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Loving father of Marilyn Pellock. Dearest grandfather of Dennis (Gina) Pellock. Dear great-grandfather of Camryn Pellock. Dear brother of Shirley Moore. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. at the R.C. Aleks & Son Funeral Home, 1324 Southfield, Lincoln Park, MI. In state Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Henry Church, 1358 Council, Lincoln Park, MI. Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Rosary Sunday at 8 p.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery.
TINKHAM M THOMAS TINKHAM TOM TINKHAM January 25, 2009, age 54. Survived by wife Betsy; daughter Moriah, son Ben; mother Rosalie; brothers Cliff, Mike, Matt and their families. Memorial service at First United Methodist Church, 57 S. Gratiot Ave., Mt. Clemens, MI 48043, on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at 2 p.m.
TISEO GERARDO FRANCESCO TISEO GERARDO TISEO FRANK TISEO Age 91, February 22, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Maddalena. Loving father of Victoria (Benny) Valente, Maria Antonia (Giovanni) Cerro and Benedict (Gena). Proud grandfather of nine and great-grandfather of eight. Dear brother of Victoria Cicillini. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Tuesday 4-9 p.m. and Wednesday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Thursday, in state 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes (N. of 17 Mile Rd.) until time of mass 11:00 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com
TKACHIK SUE TKACHIK Age 60, of East China Twp., died February 18, 2009. Services Monday, February 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, East China Twp. (810-329-4766). Visiting hours Saturday 5-8 p.m. and Sunday 4-8 p.m. Memorials to U of M Sarcoma Research or Leader Dogs for the Blind.
TOLES SUSAN L TOLES SUSAN TOLES February 2, 2009, age 67. Beloved wife of Gordon. Dear mother of Julie (Robert) Gardel, Gary (Amy) Toles and David Toles. Loving grandmother of Jack Gardel. Sister of John Curtis, Linda Guy and Alice Traubenkraut. Memorial service Friday 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 5005 Chicago Rd. (W of Mound), Warren, MI. Arrangements by Ford Funeral Home, (586) 754-2464.
TOMASIK ALBERT TOMASIK Age 90, of Mesa, passed away February 7, 2009. He was born March 24, 1918 in Detroit, Michigan. During World War II, he served in Patton's Third Army from 1942-1945. After 30 years of service with the U. S. Postal Service, Dearborn, Michigan, he retired in 1974 and moved to Mesa, Arizona. He was past President of the Pulaski Club of Phoenix for 15 years. He was predeceased by his father Nicholas, mother Valeria, brother John, twin sister Agnes and son-in-law Peter Fuoco. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Anne, children Maureen Cotter (Larry), Judy Fuoco, Alan, Valerie Purdy (Norman), and Ronald, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Stanley (Phyllis). Visitation will be from 6:00 pm to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 12, 2009 at Queen of Heaven Mortuary Chapel, 1562 East Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85204. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 13, 2009 at Queen of Heaven Mortuary.
TOROSIAN ARTHUR TOROSIAN ACE TOROSIAN Age 80, February 4, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Delores. Loving dad of John (Judy), Susan Markey and David (Kandice). Dearest papa of Johnny, Michelle, Sean, Halena and David. Also survived by his great-grandchildren, two sisters, Violet DerManulian and Josephine Kalustian and his companion, Lucy Katoch. Funeral service Saturday 5 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard), Allen Park. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. and Saturday 1-5 p.m. at the funeral home. Visit on-line guestbook at www.martenson.com
TORUK BEVERLY J TORUK BEVERLY TORUK Age 72, passed away February 9, 2009 in Mooresville, NC. Loving mother of Liz (Jim) Pinkowski and Suzanne Toruk. Proud grandmother of Michael, Catherine and Kaitlin. Dearest sister of Bill (Sharon) Montpetit, Bob (Carol) Montpetit, Marge (Dan) Monacelli and Mike (Brenda) Montpetit. Member of the Mooresville Ladies Golf Club. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Friday, 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Interment Resurrection. Donations to the East Carolina University School of Theater and Dance are appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
TOSQUI ANTONIO C TOSQUI ANTONIO TOSQUI Beloved husband of the late Teresa. Dear father of Tony, Kitty Maas (John) and Martha Marker. Loving grandfather of Jon, Aric, Lea, Angelina and Michael. Also survived by three great grandchildren. Memorial service 10 a.m. Friday at Ste. Anne Church, 1000 Ste. Anne St., Detroit. Donations to Ste. Anne Church.
TOTH MARGARET R TOTH MARGARET TOTH Age 76, February 8, 2009. Sister of the late William Toth. Margaret was the office manager at Jefferson Chevrolet for many years. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, February 13th at 10 a.m. at Old St. Mary Catholic Church, 646 Monroe St., Detroit. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of your choice. Cremation Society of Michigan, 313-839-4100 in charge of arrangements.
TOUMAJIAN MARY TOUMAJIAN January 11, 2009, age 88, preceded by spouse Sam. Mother of Thomas, Charles, Anita and Lucille. Employed by Jacobson's in Birmingham for 25 years in Gifts, she will be remembered by many past clients. Donations to charity of choice.
TOUSIGNANT DONALD J TOUSIGNANT JR DDS DONALD TOUSIGNANT JR DDS CHIP TOUSIGNANT Age 44, passed away February 9, 2009. Born November 11, 1964 in Lincoln Park. He is survived by two sons Joshua and Jacob Tousignant and seven sisters Betty (Bill) Marton, New Boston, Vickie (Tom) Quinlan, Atlanta, Georgia, Sandra (Curt) Gatny, Willis, MI, Elizabeth (William) Marton, New Boston, Linda (Roland) Carros Atlanta, Georgia, Kelly Tousignant, Atlanta, Georgia, Sheryl (Edward) Mandzuick White Lake Township, Tracy (Robert) Fletcher Wyandotte, Michigan; a brother-in-law, Ben Whitmore of Lincoln Park, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald and Shirley Tousignant and a sister Miriam Whitmore. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. Monday in St. Edward on the Lake Catholic Church. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. in the Smith Family Funeral Home - North, 1525 Hancock Street, Port Huron 810-985-4351. Visitation also at church on Monday beginning at 9 a.m. www.smithfamilyfuneralhome.com.
TRAITEL WILLIAM H TRAITEL WILLIAM TRAITEL Beloved husband of the late Shirley Rovin Traitel. Dear father of Dr. Richard (Gloria) Traitel and Maureen Traitel Leslie. Loving grandfather of David Traitel, Jocelyn (Jason) Tink, Marc (Victoria) Leslie, and Steven (Susan) Leslie. Devoted great-grandfather of Monica, Nicole, Alex, Megan, Zoey, and Naomi. Also survived by dear friend Sylvia Miller Lawson and many other loving family members and friends. SERVICES SUNDAY, 3 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE TEMPLE ISRAEL GARDENS OF BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com.
TRBOVICH MILAN TRBOVICH Age 97. Dear brother of Mary Lotts, Annie Tarkowski, Helen Banach, Louis Trbovich, and the late Barbara Moskaitis, Margaret Trbovich, George, and Peter Trbovich. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. Service Monday 11 a.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (between 6-7 Mile). Interment Parkview Cemetery.
TRINGALI SALVATORE TRINGALI Age 89. January 31, 2009. Beloved husband of Josephine (nee Sarcia) for 56 years. Loving father of Carmela (Salvatore) Mazurco and Dominick (Lee) Tringali. Also survived by 3 grandchildren. Donations preferred to the American Heart Association or the Arthritis Foundation. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby), 54880 Van Dyke Ave. at 25 Mile Rd. Prayers Sunday 7 p.m. Funeral Monday instate 10:30 a.m. at St. Kieran, 53600 Mound (S. of 25 Mile Rd.), until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Entombment Guardian Angel. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
TRIPLETT ULYSSES TRIPLETT Owner and founder of Triplett Cleaners passed away on February 24, 2009 at Providence Hospital. Arrangements held by Murdock Funeral Home.
TROSZAK JOSEPH TROSZAK February 23, 2009. Age 66. Beloved husband of Carolyn (nee Livi) for 43 cherished years. Loving father of Mark (Lynn), Scott (Pamela), Adrienne (Donald) Kiefiuk, Eric and Todd (Paula). Proud Dzia Dzia of 12. Dear brother of Thomas (Delphine) and Paul (Elizabeth). Predeceased by his sisters Virginia, Delphine, Marian and Patricia. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7:30 Scripture service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday in state 8 a.m. at St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 38900 Dodge Park at 17 Mile Rd., until time of Mass 9 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Joseph's honor would be appreciated to St. Vincent DePaul. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
TUCKER JUNE J TUCKER JUNE TUCKER of White Lake; February 19, 2009; at 75 years of age. Beloved wife of James Tucker; dear mother of Thomas (Margaret) Menard, Mary Miles and Michael Menard; step-mother of Linda Fitzpatrick and Jill Smith; grandmother of Mac and Zoe Menard; step-grandmother of Shelli Przywara, Shannon Duby and Courtney Pfaff; step-great grandmother of Cody Pfaff. June was a member of Community Presbyterian Church and was formerly their organist. She was an active member of the Presbyterian Women at the local and Presbytery level. She retired as a music teacher from the Waterford School District and was a member of the MEA. Funeral Service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Pastor Thomas Hartley officiating. Interment will follow at All Saints Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Monday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Christian Children's Fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook on our menu.
TURNER MICHAEL ANTHONY TURNER MICHAEL TURNER age 39; a resident of Highland and owner of Milford Tile & Marble; passed away on February 6, 2009. Loving husband of Wendy and loving father of Michael and Johnathan; son of Muriel Wilcox of VA, Matthew (Marilyn) Turner of West Bloomfield; brother of Matt (Kim) Turner, Justine Markland; grandson of Dorothy Liley, Mary Robinson, Phyllis Skorupski; son-in-law of John and Cheryl Skorupski; brother-in-law of Steve Skorupski and uncle of Derek Markland. Also leaves his uncle Tom, aunt Susie, and many amazing friends and relatives. A Funeral Liturgy will be held at Church of the Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Road, Highland, on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, at 10 a.m. Friends may visit at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass. Memorials may be made in his name to Boy Scout Troop 172, Milford or to Hartland Tae Kwon Do. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com.
TYE MILDRED TYE Age 81. Of Clawson for 58 years Died February 15, 2009 at home. Survived by her sons Richard (Pam) and Brian. Grandchildren Jim (Karen) Sparks, Amy (Steve) Haney, Chris (Jennay) Tye, Stacey Tye, Markie Tye and Karlie Tye. Great-grandchildren Tyler and Maddie Sparks, Blake and Brett Haney, Colton and Jarren Tye, Kaylynn and Trevor Hankie. Survived by eight sisters. Preceded by her husband Harold and daughter Karen Sparks. Memorial Gathering Tuesday 3-8 PM at Gramer Funeral Home 705 N. Main St. (Livernois, N of 14) Clawson. Interment Oakview Cemetery. Memorials to American Cancer Society. www.gramerfuneralhome.com
TYRKUS TERESA TYRKUS February 21, 2009, age 83. Beloved sister of Mildred (John) Hutko, Stanley (the late Clara) Tyrkus, the late Mike (the late Mary) Tyrkus and the late Harry (the late Gert) Tyrkus. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Visitation Tuesday 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. with funeral 11:00 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
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