BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
February 2009
LAST NAME "W"
WAGNER ROSE MARIE WAGNER ROSE WAGNER DOLLY WAGNER East Lansing, age 79, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2009 in Lansing. Rose was born March 13, 1929 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of the late Domenico and Grace Perrino. She obtained her B.S. from Wayne State University, was a teacher in the Detroit Public Schools and retired as a medical statistical epidemiological researcher. Rose was a member of Phi Upisilon Omicron, Alpha Gamma Chapter; the American Association of University Women, the Unitarian Universilist Women's Federation, volunteered her time and talents with Sparrow Hospital, and was an active member of the Red Hat Society. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Wagner. Surviving are her son, Dr. Robert J. Darios, M.D. and his wife, Diane Strachan of East Lansing; stepdaughter, Cheryl Wagner and her spouse, Brenda Bates of TN; three grandchildren, Emma, Scott and Brian Darios; brother, Tony Perrino and his wife, Karen Freiss-Perrino of Virginia. A Celebration of Rose's life will be held Wednesday, February 11, at 2:00 p.m. at the Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel, 520 E. Mt. Hope Ave. with Rev. Senia Taipale, Director of Pastoral Care with Sparrow Health System. For those wishing, memorial contributions may be made to the Sparrow Foundation in memory of Rose Marie Wagner. Friends may sign the online guestbook at: www.palmerbush.com
WAKEFIELD GERALD E WAKEFIELD GERALD WAKEFIELD February 4, 2009 Age 76 of Westland. Beloved husband of Deloris. Dear father of Debbie (Steve) Young, Don, Sharon Pattenaude, Ron (Clarice), and John (Julie). Step father to Sandra Duncan, Deborah (Terry) Norman, and Blake (Diane) Norman. Brother to Anita Hutton. Also grandfather to fourteen, and seven great grandchildren. Memorial luncheon at the Harris Kehrer V.F.W. Post 3323 of Westland on Saturday at 2 p.m. Cremation rights were accorded.
WALL JOAN WALL February 21, 2009. Beloved mother of Jodi (Greg) Revere and Jason. Loving grandmother of Sabrina, Kyle and Aidan. Memorial visitation Saturday, February 28 from 2 until 9 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 6 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Rev. Bogdan Milosz officiating. Sign the online guestbook at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com
WALLACE WILLIAM S WALLACE WILLIAM WALLACE of Clarkston; February 22, 2009; age 87. Husband of Docia; preceded in death by his first wife Zetah; father of Nan (Guy) Henton; step-father of Connie (Bill Sclesky) Morgan and Theresa (Terry) Harp; grandpa of Michele (Craig) Morris, Lisa (Hassan) Salim, Chris (Carolyn) Morgan and Andy (Katie) Harp; great grandpa of Alex, Nick, Josh and Sophie; brother of Betty Thorne. William was a retired conductor for the Illinois Central Railroad and a member of Clarkston United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge #131 AF & AM, IL, York Rite Bodies of Paducah, KY, Scottish Rite Bodies and Rizpah Shrine Temple of Madisonville, KY, United Transportation Union, American Legion and later a member of Sahib Shrine Temple, FL. He was a four year veteran of W.W. II, having served with the United States Marine Raider Battalions in the Pacific Theater. Funeral Service Wednesday, February 25, 2009, 12:30 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Tuesday 7 to 9 p.m. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Memorials may be made to Disabled Veterans of America or Shriners. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com
WALSH EDWARD J WALSH EDWARD WALSH March 1, 2009, age 84, of Wayne. Proud U.S. Army Veteran of WWII and Korea, as well as being proud of his Irish ancestry. Beloved husband of the late Geneva. Dear father of Glen (Melissa) Burd, Audrey Forth, Gordy (Ruth), Gloria (Daniel) Sills, Theresa Sills, Colleen (Mike) Gomez, Brian (Linda), Patrick (Mary), Tracy Wohlfeil, Edward Jr. (Jessica), and the late Mark. Brother of Ann Dingman, Margaret Kepler, Patricia Lamb and nine other predeceased brothers and sisters. Also survived by 30 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service Friday 4 p.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland. Family will receive friends Friday 11-4 p.m. Please visit and sign a tribute at www.uhtfh.com
WALSH SUSAN M WALSH SUSAN WALSH February 17, 2009, age 68. Loving mother of Kenneth (Cori) Bergeron, Christine (Jeff) Close, Steven (Christine) Bergeron, Lawrence (Isabella) Bergeron and Bret Bergeron. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, brother and sisters. Memorial gathering Friday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke (S. of 11 Mile Rd. or the 696 Expressway).
WALTERS DELPHINE MERWIN WALTERS DELPHINE WALTERS Age 80 of Brighton. After a four year struggle with lung cancer, she went to be with the Lord on February 2, 2009. Married for 62 years to Bob. Mother to Robert Jr. (Nancy), Larry (Sharon), Delann (Gary) and the late Jerry. Also has eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her loving parents Lester and Edna Merwin. At her request cremation has taken place. When the next holiday season draws near, please do not shed a tear, cause she will be spending Christmas with Jesus this year.
WALTHER GRACE CATHERINE WALTHER GRACE WALTHER age 96; of Lake Orion; February 21, 2009. Loving wife of the late George; dear mother of Roger (Sandra) and Douglas George (Sue) Walther; grandmother of Kenneth, Heather (Robert), Brian, Kirsten, Erik (Diana), Curt, Melissa, and Brian; great grandmother of Riley, Dionna, Alexander, Reagan, Hannity, Robert III, CJ, and Carson; great great grandmother of Jaylin and Anthony; aunt of Geralynn. Grace was a member of the St. Michael s Church Altar Society in Pontiac for many years. Funeral Mass Thursday, February 26, 2009, 10 a.m. with an In State of 9:30 a.m. at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 2700 Waldon Rd., Lake Orion. The family will receive friends Wednesday, 3 to 8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Interment Ottawa Park Cemetery. Suggested memorials to Christ the Redeemer Church Bldg. Fund. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
WARD CAMERON K SHEWARD CAMERON SHEWARD February 15, 2009. Age 75. Beloved husband of Nancy. Dear father of Tracey (Ken) Pinch, Shannon and Heather (Roland) Reaume. Proud grandfather of Sarah Pinch, Charlotte Pinch, Cameron Reaume and Isabelle Reaume. Loving brother of the late Ronald. Son-in-law of Josephine Korleski. Funeral Wednesday (Kindly call 586-826-8550 for time) at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Pkwy. (16 Mile). Visitation Tuesday 3-9 PM. Masonic service at 7:00 PM. Tributes to Shriner's Hospitals or the National Aphasia Association are welcome. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
WAREHAM DOROTHY L WAREHAM DOROTHY WAREHAM age 87; of Holly; died Monday, February 2, 2009. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 5, 2009, at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly with Pastor Brandon Korter officiating. Burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Mrs. Wareham was born in Detroit on April 19, 1921, the daughter of Harold and Margaret Brown. She loved cooking, reading, puzzles, bingo and family gatherings. She was a member of the Hollyhocks Senior Citizens. She was the beloved wife of the late William Bruce Wareham; dear mother of Larry (Cece) of OR, William (Benita) of MO, Douglas (Bev) of Westland, the late Howard, the late Jerry, Jeffery (Sara) of CA, Susan (Os) Donovan of Clarkston and Janet (Paul) Schultz of FL; 13 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com
WARHOLAK MICHAEL V WARHOLAK MICHAEL WARHOLAK Age 89, January 31, 2009. Owner of Warholak Tire. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth. Dear father of Maria (William) Earp, Michael Jr. (Susan) and Paul (Gerilyn). Grandfather of seven. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Panachyda at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Service at Sts. Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church, 3810 Gilbert (S of Michigan Ave, W of Livernois).
WARNICK MARY L WARNICK MARY WARNICK Age 71 of St. Clair Shores. Beloved wife of 53 years to Regis. Dearest mom of Cheryl (David) Bridges and Steve Warnick. Loving nana of Mark Jackson and Steven and Shelby Warnick. Memorial services Monday 7 p.m. Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Family will receive friends Monday 2-9 p.m. Memorials to American Cancer Foundation. Expressions of sympathy may be made at kaulfuneralhome.com.
WATCH DR EARL J WATCH DR EARL WATCH Age 90 of Royal Oak, died February 17, 2009. He was born on January 19, 1919 to Lillian and Earl Watch. Dr. Watch practiced dentistry in Royal Oak for thirty-seven years. Surviving are his wife, Alice; children, Elizabeth (Jerry) Dewey, James (Susan), William (Teryl) and Thomas (Laurel) Watch; and eight grandchildren. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009 at the Kinsey-Garrett Funeral Home, 420 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak. Memorial Service 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 21 at the First Congregational Church, Royal Oak. Memorials suggested to the Student Aid Fund of the Royal Oak Musical. www.kinsey-garrett.com
WATKINS FRONIA WATKINS age 87; of Royal Oak; died February 19, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Elijah; dear mother of Glenda (John) Kaltenbach and Doug (Alana); loving grandmother of Lisa (Roger) Ryckman, Jeff, Jennifer, Brian (Aimee) and the late Joey Gabbard; step-grandmother of Debra (James) Hawkins, Doug (Danielle) Kaltenbach and Michael Grahl; great grandmother of Michael, Angela (Edwin), Sammy, Xander, Jacob, Thia, Marcus, and Bryan; sister of Louise Moore, Clarence Childers, Doreen (Tom) Faulkner and Olema (Albert) Fletcher. Visitation Sunday 2 to 9 p.m. at Gramer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main, Clawson. Funeral Service Monday 11 a.m. at funeral home. Share online condolences at www.gramerfuneralhome.com
WAWRZYNIAK JAMES A WAWRZYNIAK JAMES WAWRZYNIAK Age 63 of Macomb Township, February 6, 2009. Beloved husband of Lois. Loving father of Alan (Jennifer) and Aaron. Proud grandfather of Meghan and Baby to be. Dearest brother of Robert (Vicky). Visiting Sunday 4-9 and Monday 1-9 with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile), Warren. Funeral Tuesday, In state at 9 a.m. until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes, Clinton Township. ahpeters.com
WAY MARY DEAN WAY MARY WAY passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2009. She was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and grew up in Miami, Florida. She attended the University of Iowa, where she became a member of Phi Beta Kappa, and achieved a BA in Psychology. Mary Dean married Robert Way, who preceded her in death in 1990. They raised their family in Detroit, Michigan, and moved to Jacksonville, Florida in 1980. Mary Dean devoted her life to raising her children, and to giving her time and talents to volunteer efforts in her church and community. In addition, she enjoying boating and travel with husband Bob. She is survived by six children: Stephen, Christopher, Peter, Anne, Gregory, and Andrew; nine grandchildren: Andrea, Lea, Lisa, Mica, Jody, Jason, Lillian, Dean, Daniel; six great-grandchildren: Isaac, Devon, Kenzie, Alarica, Aaron, Andrea; one great-great grandchild: Austin; and her sister Jean. Mary Dean devoted her volunteer efforts to Hospital Guilds in Michigan, serving on the state and local boards of directors. She volunteered in many capacities through her church and community in the Jacksonville area, including delivering Meals on Wheels, and serving in a variety of ways in her years living at Westminster Woods on Julington Creek. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home, St. Augustine, FL.
WAY RICHARD C WAY RICHARD WAY born August 3, 1926, in Grand Rapids, MI, son of Herbert and Lena Irene (Reames) Way; passed away March 2, 2009, in DeWitt; at the age of 82. Dick was a former principal for Okemos and Waterford Township Public Schools and retired as a principal from the Grand Ledge Public Schools. During his retirement, Dick and Donna spent 9 years in Ludington. He was a veteran of W.W.II, serving in the U.S. Airforce; past president of the Grand Ledge Area Chamber of Commerce; member of the Wacousta Community United Methodist Church; played baseball for MSU and was a member of the MSU Alumni. Dick was an avid gardener, enjoyed landscaping and spending time with family, especially his children and grandchildren. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Donna; 3 sons, James (Kathy) of Grand Ledge, Steven (Cindy) of Lansing and Scott (Debbie) of Haslett; 3 daughters, Janice (Rod) Lawrence of Clarkston, Barbara (Scott) Sitler of Ludington and Judy (Michael) Birkmeier of Rockford; 22 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Herbert Way of Grand Rapids and Russell (Vonnie) Way of Spring Lake; 4 sisters, Evelyn Albee of Grand Rapids, Roberta Schiuteman of FL, Virginia Carew of Ada and Dorothy Guglietta of West Suffield, CT. Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 6, 2009, 1 p.m. at the Wacousta Community United Methodist Church, 9180 Herbison Road, Eagle, MI 48822, with Rev. Lyle Heaton officiating. The family will receive friends Thursday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. For those desiring, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences may be made at www.petersandmurrayfuneralhome.com
WAZNAK WILLIAM D WAZNAK WILLIAM WAZNAK February 13, 2009. Age 85. Beloved husband of Margaret "Jean". Loving father of Karen (Paul) Karas and Mark (Florence). Dear brother of the late Bernice Mullen. Proud grandfather of Ruben (Brandy) David and Nicole (Steve) Ouellette and great-grandfather of Ethan, Brandon, and Izabella. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (between Ford and Cherry Hill). Prayer Service Monday 7 p.m. In state Tuesday 9 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Richards Catholic Church, 35637 Cherry Hill, Westland. Memorials may be made to Angela Hospice. To leave a message of condolence for the family, log on to www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com.
WEAVER-HUDSON PASTOR JOHN WEAVER-HUDSON PASTOR WEAVER-HUDSON PASTOR HUDSON Born on August 10, 1958 in Detroit to Louis Hudson and his wife, Kathleen (nee Weaver). He was adopted into the family of God by the washing of holy baptism on December 10, 1969. John was an avid student all of his life. He attended elementary and secondary schools in Oak Park and Birmingham. He received a B.A. in German and Religion from Oberlin College in 1979, an M. Div. from the seminary program at Earlham School of Religion in Richmond, Ind. in 1984, an M.A. in classical languages from Loyola University in 1996 and a Doctor of Theology Degree from the University of Zululand in South Africa in 2008. After his graduation from the seminary in 1984, he served as Pastor at UCC Congregational and Baptist churches in Ohio and Illinois. For confessional reasons, he applied for and was accepted by colloquy into the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod in 2001. As part of the colloquy process, he attended a semester at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary in Mequon, Wis. and also served as vicar/pastoral assistant at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, Wis. and at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Livonia. In 2002, the Lord called him to serve as pastor of Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hartford, where he served faithfully for the rest of his days. On Tuesday, January 27, 2009, the Lord in his wisdom and love took the soul of Pastor Weaver-Hudson from this vale of tears to himself in heaven. He is survived by his parents. His time on earth was 50 years, 5 months and 17 days. The Christian funeral service to honor Pastor Weaver-Hudson's life will take place at 1 p.m.; Monday, February 2 at the Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 205 Bennett Avenue, Hartford. Pastor Paul S. Naumann will serve as officiant. His remains will be interred at Grandlawn Cemetery in Detroit, where they wait for the sure and certain resurrection to eternal life in Christ. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in John's name be made to the Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church. The family has entrusted the Calvin Funeral Home, Hartford, with handling the arrangements. CALVIN FUNERAL HOME, 8 East Main Street; P.O. Box 96, Hartford, Michigan 49057. Phone: (269) 621-4101.
WEIBEL SR CATHERINE WEIBEL IHM SR CATHERINE Louis de Montfort WEIBEL IHM SR WEIBEL I.H.M. Age 75. Died Friday, February 6, 2009. Beloved sister of Joseph Weibel and Mary Joan Weibel and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 2-7:30 p.m. at the I. H. M. Motherhouse Chapel in Monroe, MI with Prayers at 3 p.m. and Funeral Service on Friday at 10 a.m. Memorials to the I.H.M. Retirement Fund. Arrangements by the Rupp Funeral Home, (734) 241-9300.
WEINSTEIN HAROLD WEINSTEIN Beloved husband of Marian Weinstein. Dear father of Ronald (Denise) Weinstein, Michael (Monica Dostal) Weinstein, and Jill (David) Wright. Loving grandfather of Rachael and Jenna Weinstein, Kevin and Paul Wright, and the late Jeffrey Wright. Cherished brother of the late Marvin Weinstein and the late Florence Soverinsky. Brother-in-law of Annette and Allen Stone and the late Jack Kaufman. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. SERVICES 1:30 FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT OAKVIEW CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
WEINSTEIN MORRIS WEINSTEIN Beloved husband of the late Shirley. Dear father of Judith (Raphael) Schwartz and Sandy (Norm) Gorstein. Loving grandmother of Barry (Jodi) Gorstein, Alan (Martine) Gorstein, Robert (Sara) Gorstein, Mark (Andi) Schwartz, David (Rachel) Schwartz, Dahlia Schwartz and Kathleen Moltz. Dear sister of Sally (Joe) Berns and Bessie Stone. Services Sunday, 1:00 P.M. at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (248)543-1622. Interment at Hebrew Memorial Park.
WEISMAN S MILLER WEISMAN S WEISMAN Age 86. March 3, 2009. Beloved husband of Ann. Dear father of Carol (Jim) Blann, Patricia (John) Golin, Marnie (Andy) Marks and the late Steve Weisman. Loving brother of Nancy Weingarten. Step-father of Susan Bellinson, Thomas Bellinson and Jim Bellinson. Grandfather of Emily Cintron, Molly Blann, Karey (Jesse) Bacon, Hannah (Zack) Kon, Seth (Andrea) Golin, Josh (Typhaine) Marks, Daniel Marks, Sarah Marks, Danielle (Mark) Kohut, Alaina Weisman, and Katharine Weisman. Step-grandfather of Adam Bellinson, Alex Bellinson, Leah Weber, Aron Weber, Cooper Bellinson, Nicholas Bellinson and Dara Bellinson. Dear uncle of Ann (Jerome) Rock and James Weingarten. A memorial service will be held at a later date at The Village Players, Birmingham. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com
WEISS FREDERICK WEISS Age 86, of Lincoln Park. Beloved husband of Bertha for 58 years. Loving father of John Weiss. Friends welcome Friday 2-8 p.m. at J.L. Peters Funeral Home, 3880 Fort, Lincoln Park. (313) 928-6500. In state Saturday 10-11 a.m. with service at 11 a.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church. Sign the register book at: www.jlpetersfuneralhome.com
WEITZ STEVEN A WEITZ DO STEVEN WEITZ DO 55, of Traverse City and Northville, died suddenly, Sunday afternoon, February 1, 2009. Born April 18, 1953 in Detroit, he was the son of the late Leon and Shirley Weitz. Steve was a long time faculty member of Garden City Hospital, the University of Michigan, and the Veterans Hospital, serving as a Board Certificated Radiologist. He is survived by his wife, Donna (Gupton) Weitz of Traverse City and Northville; brother, Jon (Kathy) Weitz of Marietta, Georgia; aunt, Arlene Weitz of Traverse City; cousins, Dr. Charles (Ann) Weitz of Traverse City, Elliott Weitz of Scottsdale, Arizona and Sheryl Weitz of Overgaard, AZ; sister-in-law, Linda Bucko of Clinton Township; brother and sister in-law, Bill (Anne) Gupton of Lapeer; nieces and nephews, Lillian, Brian (Susie), Liam, Alex, Neil and Elizabeth. In addition to his parents, Steve was also preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Milan Bucko and a special uncle, Dr. Harry Weitz. Memorial services will be held at the University Hospital-Ford Amphitheater, 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI on Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 4:00 P.M. In remembrance of Steve, memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 525 West Fourteenth Street, Suit #5, Traverse City, MI 49684. Kindly share your memories with the family on their online guest book at www.legacy.com/record-eagle/. Arrangements were made with the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, 305 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI 49684. www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com
WELCH DOROTHY EILEEN LaLONDE WELCH DOROTHY LaLONDE WELCH DOROTHY WELCH February 14, 2009. Dot was preceded in death by her husband, Francis James, son John, and parents Rilla and Gaspard LaLonde. They will be reunited with love before God's eyes. Dorothy will be missed by her children, James, Nancy Mohlman, Mark, Noreen Wofford (David) and Paul (Kelli). Erika, David, Christopher, Evan, Dana, and Traci will sadly miss their Mimmie as she watches over them. She will be remembered lovingly by her close friends, the Golden Girls. A memorial Mass will be held at Holy Redeemer Church, 1721 Junction at Vernor, Detroit on February 21, 2009 at 10 a.m. Dorothy will join her husband and be interred at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Memorial donations are requested to be sent to: www.ihmsisters.org
WERNER JULIE MARIE WERNER JULIE WERNER Age 26, after a courageous battle with a rare dysmotility disorder, Julie joined our Lord on January 27, 2009. She will be sadly missed and loved forever. Beloved daughter of Dennis and Virginia (Ginny) (nee Moceri). Loving sister, best friend, and hero of Amy. Dear granddaughter of Vincent and Pauline Moceri, and Phillip and the late Phyllis Werner. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Scripture service Tuesday 6:30 p.m. In state Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 4300 Walnut Lake Rd., West Bloomfield. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to G-Pact, or the National Foundation for Transplants. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
WERTHEIMER MARJORIE WERTHEIMER Age 80 of Farmington Hills. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Frederick W. Wertheimer. Loving mother of David (Carmen), Karen (Robert) Dickey and Eric (Cheryl). Grandmother of Michael, Laura, Austin and Andrew. Also survived by her brother Ernest (Joan) Spence. Visitation Saturday 1 p.m. until time of funeral at 4 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
WESTFALL HAROLD R WESTFALL HAROLD WESTFALL Age 94. February 6, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Elaine for 64 years. Loving father of Diane Kreimes, Judith (the late Carl) Mau, and the late Sylvia Jean. Dear grandfather of Michael (Kim), Kandace (Ray), Kelly (Shane), Kimberly (Dan), and Scott. Great-grandfather of 12. Funeral service Tuesday 11 a.m. (in state 10 a.m.) at First United Methodist Church of Farmington, 33112 Grand River Ave., Farmington. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. (American Legion Service 7:30 p.m.) at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Ave. (1 block W. of Farmington Rd.), downtown Farmington. Memorial contributions to American Cancer Society or the Church. www.thayer-rock.com
WESTLEY KURT A WESTLEY MD KURT WESTLEY MD Died January 31 at his home, he was 57 years old. Dr. Westley did both his undergraduate and doctoral studies at Wayne State University, and completed his Radiology Residency at Wm. Beaumont Hospital. He practiced Radiology for 15 years in W. Palm Beach, FL before returning back to MI in 1999 to practice. He was preceeded in death by his father Joseph L. Westley and will be lovingly remembered by his mother Betty Westley, his sister Kim Parker, niece and nephew Heidi and Eric Parker, and his ex-wife Laura Westley. It was Dr. Westley's wish that he be cremated and have a private family's scattering of his ashes.
WETTERSTROM MILDRED WETTERSTROM Died February 4, 2009, age 95. Dear mother of Wilma (Joseph Wooters) Wetterstrom and the late Dennis (Rosemary Wetterstrom). Grandmother of James, Daniel, and Julie. Visitation Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt Road (S. of 6 Mile) on Sunday 1-7 p.m. Services Monday at 11 a.m. Memorials suggested to St. Paul's Presbyterian Church. Online guestbook at www.mannsfuneralhome.com.
WHALEN ROSE L WHALEN ROSE WHALEN Age 95, February 20, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Malcolm. Dear mother of Ida Walton, William, Malcolm (Dani), Daniel (Barbara), Rosemary (Dennis) Embo, Carol Hobbs, Dorothy (Charles) Becker, Patrick (Hester), Sharon, and Catherine Brzys. Also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorial Mass Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m. at St. Linus Catholic Church, 25500 Hass (btwn. Ford & Warren, west of Gulley). Arrangements by Santeiu & Son, 734-427-3800. Memorials suggested to Cystic Fibrosis.
WHITBECK ELIZABETH M WHITBECK ELIZABETH WHITBECK Age 85. February 7, 2009 in Florida. Formerly of Redford. Beloved wife of George Whitbeck for 66 cherished years. Loving mother of Karen Johnson and Rod (Amelia) Whitbeck. Beloved grandmother of five. Funeral 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Ave. downtown Farmington. Visitation Friday 3:00-8:00 p.m. www.thayer-rock.com
WHITE CHARLES S WHITE CHARLES WHITE Age 67; January 25, 2009 of Rochester. Beloved husband of Sheila; loving father of Michelle (Phillip) and Charles (Jennifer). Brother of Blaine and Margaret. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Charles was a retired purchasing agent for General Motors. Memorial Saturday February 7, 11 a.m. Fillipas in Shelby Twp. Memorials may be given to Michigan Humane Society, Leader Dogs for the Blind- Rochester, or Oakland Pet Adoption Center.
WHITEFORD MARGUERITE WHITEFORD Age 84, February 10, 2009. Survived by children William (Sandra), Robert (Tina), Lynn (Phil) and Bruce. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sister of Betty Varvel, cousin B.J., Aunt Duddy (101 years old), niece Margaret (Glenn) Hogg. Visitation Friday 1 to 8 p.m. Funeral service Saturday 11 a.m at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot, Roseville.
WHITTAKER HAROLD WHITTAKER HAL WHITTAKER age 73; of Oakland Township; passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2009. He was born on March 9, 1935, in Nanticoke, PA, as the eighth child of James and Susie (Pope) Whittaker. He is survived by sister-in-law, Veronica Whittaker; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Hal spent over 35 years of his career as the Executive Assistant to Heinz C. Prechter, the deceased CEO of ASC/Prechter Holdings in Southgate, MI. Hal was a true people person, greatly respected by his co-workers and by everyone he encountered. A deeply religious man, he was a long-time member of the Metropolitan United Methodist Church, in Detroit, where he served as a warm greeter for many years. His friends at the Modetz Funeral Home thoroughly enjoyed working with Hal over the last 5 years and will miss his smile and humor. Visitation will be on Friday, March 6, 2009, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2009, 11 a.m. with an In State of 10 a.m. at Metropolitan United Methodist Church, 8000 Woodward Ave, Detroit. Entombment will follow at Michigan Memorial Park in Flat Rock. Memorials are encouraged to be given to Leader Dogs for the Blind, Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Fund at the University of Michigan, or Oakwood Hospital/Cardiology in Dearborn. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
WIEMER JOSHUA D WIEMER JOSHUA WIEMER age 16; of White Lake; passed away March 2, 2009. Loving son of Bill and Roxanne; dear brother of Caleb and Luke; grandson of Pastor Dan and Linda Broaddus and Karin Wiemer. Josh was a student at Lakeland High School. He played varsity soccer. The Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 6, 2009, at the Union Lake Baptist Church, 8390 Commerce Rd., Commerce. Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Rd., White Lake. Joshua will Lie in State at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be in White Lake Cemetery. Please visit www.mem.com
WIENCKE STEPHANIE WIENCKE age 94, of Warren, February 22, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving sister of Sophie Kucharski and the late Tessie Mazur, Frank, John, and Edward Sislowski. Also several nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday 3-8 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile Rd.) Warren. Mass Thursday 11 a.m. at St. Malachy Catholic Church, 14085 E. 14 Mile, Sterling Heights. In state at 10:30 am. ahpeters.com
WIENER ROLAND CHARLES WIENER ROLAND CHARLES January 25, 2009, of Royal Oak. Bon Vivant and loving father of Gerard Wiener, Alice Wiener (Calvin Stovall), and Charlotte Wiener (Will Bajal). Grandfather of Calvin A. S. Stovall and Helen A. W. Stovall. Memorial Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes to the George Stines Foundation (for establishing free dental and medical care in Haiti), 2131 Itsell Rd., Howell, MI 48843. Arrangements by A.J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com.
WIGGINS SHIRLEY G WIGGINS SHIRLEY WIGGINS 79, of Leesburg, FL, died Wednesday, February 18, 2009. She is survived by 2 brothers, Carl Gakstatter and David Gakstatter; 2 sisters, Frances G. Thrombley and Deborah G. Woods; 2 step daughters, Mary Knox and Pamela Diederich; 4 step grandchildren; aunt, Thelma Striefler. Services will be held Tuesday, February 24 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Pauls Catholic Church, with burial at Florida National Cemetery. Arrangements by Beyers Funeral Home, Leesburg, FL.
WIGHTMAN WANDA MAE ROBBINS WIGHTMAN WANDA MAE WIGHTMAN WANDA ROBBINS WIGHTMAN WANDA WIGHTMAN (NEE ROBBINS) Age 82. February 16, 2009. Beloved wife of Robert and married for 61 years. Loving mother of Gerald, Ronald (Dawn), James (deceased), Thomas (Maureen), and Sharon (John) Woolsey. Proud grandmother of Wendy, Stacy, Scott, Leslie, Nicole, John, Nick, Kaitlyn, Jason, Stephanie, Jessica, and Allison. Great-grandmother of Nate and Kelsey. Wanda was an avid bridge player, talented decorative artist, and a member of the Village Painters. Visitation Wednesday 5-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral Mass Friday, in state 9:30 a.m. with Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
WILK GENEVIEVE WILK JEAN WILK GENEVIEVE KLYSZEWSKI WILK (nee Klyszewski) February 13, 2009. Age 91. Beloved wife of the late John A. Dear mother of Deanna (Don) Newport. Loving grandmother of Brad and Jeff. Also survived by one sister Cassie Goch. Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009 at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation 9-11 a.m. Memorials to the John A. and Genevieve Wilk Scholarship Fund at Alpena Community College, Alpena, MI 49707. howepeterson.com
WILK HENRY A WILK HENRY WILK WWII Marine Veteran. Age 87. February 26, 2009 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved husband of Florence. Loving father of Rick (Sandy) Wilk, Tina Marinucci and Anne-Marie Wilk. Dear brother of Cass (Henrietta) Wilk and Helen Wilk. Preceded in death by grandson Steven. Survived by grandchildren Jeff, Jill (Don), Mike, Lisa, Jessica, Kelly and great-granddaughter Heidi. Visitation at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home, Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service Monday, March 2, 2009 At Our Lady Of Grace Church. In state 10:30 a.m. until time of mass at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street Detroit, Michigan 48207. Obituary/Guestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com
WILLIAMS MARLENE K WILLIAMS MARLENE WILLIAMS Age 74. February 20, 2009. Beloved wife of Earl Duane Williams. Dear mother of Delane (Ron) Lombardi, Diane Wink, Greg (Jackie) Williams, and Mary (Bob) Germain. Loving grandmother of eleven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 13 Mile Rd. (W. of Hoover), Warren. Family and friends will gather for a 10 a.m. Funeral Mass Monday at St. Louise Church, 2500 12 Mile Rd. (Warren). Interment at Cadillac Memorial Gardens East Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com.
WILLIAMS MERVIN B WILLIAMS MERVIN WILLIAMS Age 87, February 8, 2009 of Indian River, MI, formerly of Redford. Beloved husband of the late Thelma (1968). Loving father of Linda (Michael) Harter, Sharon (Stanley) Pankiewicz, Donna (Kenneth) Murdock, Luther (Peggy), the late Mary Lou (1974) and the late George (2006) (Sandy). Cherished grandfather of 11 and great-grandfather of 18. Funeral Thursday, February 12, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. 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 Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Memorial tributes may be made in Mervin's memory to Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, 3000 Monroe St., Grand Rapids, MI 49505. heeney-sundquist.com
WILLIAMS MICHELE WILLIAMS Age 51, February 3, 2009. Beloved wife of Bob. Dear mother of Ryan and Daniel. Grandmother of Hayden, Madison and Brenden. Daughter of Eleanor Cvengros. Sister of Elaine (David) Allore, Robert (Cynthia) Cvengros, Patricia Cvengros and David (Terri) Cvengros. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service. Funeral Service Friday 11:30 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill).
WILLIAMS RUTH K WILLIAMS RUTH WILLIAMS Age 85. February 6, 2009. Beloved wife of the late William. Dear mother of Ted Marilyn) and Donna. Proud grandmother of Justin Williams, Kevin (Derelle) Cornett, Melissa (Tom Paison) Cornett, and Michelle (David) Richardson. Proud great-grandmother of Ceredwyn, Ian, Xavier, and Joshua. Preceded in death by her brother Donald. Also survived by her loving sister-in-law Lina Hess. Charter member of Holy Family Church in Novi. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, (248) 348-1800. In state Tuesday at Holy Family Church, 24505 Meadowbrook Rd., Novi, 10 a.m. for 10:30 a.m. Funeral Liturgy. Donations may be made to Franciscan Fathers or Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com.
WILLIAMS SUE MAYNARD WILLIAMS SUE WILLIAMS Age 69, of Madison Heights, February 18, 2009. She was born August 17, 1939 in Decalb, Tennessee. She enjoyed spending time with her family, going to church, taking car rides, but mostly loved to hear the laughter from her grand and great grandkids. Beloved wife of the late John R. Williams. Dear mother of Barbara Wysocki, Brenda (Richard) Beck and John Williams. Loving grandmother of eight and adoring great grandmother of seven. Sister of Liz, Gertrude "Gerk", Margie, Reed and Eulus. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com
WILLIAMS WESLEY G WILLIAMS WESLEY WILLIAMS February 12, 2009. Age 84. Husband of the late Gladys. Dear father of Marcy Lace, Jeff Williams (Susan) and Kim McMillan (Dave). Grandfather of Jason and Ryan Lace, Christopher and Timothy Williams, Caitlin and Calley McMillan. Great grandfather of Tyler Boerkoel. Brother of Norma Truran (Milt) and Jerry Williams (Alice). Funeral service Monday 11a.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (between 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Sunday 2-8p.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial tributes to Beaumont Hospice, 3601 W. Thirteen Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073. View obituary and share memories at www.desmondfuneralhome.com
WILSON CHARLES JACK WILSON CHARLES WILSON age 70; Of Oxford; February 2, 2009. Loving husband of Jacquline; dear father of Darin, Chris, Brenda, and Monica; grandfather of Ryan; uncle of Misty and Great Uncle of Sabrina and Alex; also survived by his sister-in-law Janet (Robin) Cole. Charles loved his children, fishing, and boating. Funeral Service Saturday, February 7, 2009, 11 a.m. at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. The family will receive friends Friday 3 to 8 p.m. Interment Guardian Angel Cemetery. Suggested memorials to TTI, 1450 S. Lapeer Rd., Oxford, MI 48455 or the K-9 Rescue League, 2120 Metamora Rd., Oxford, MI 48371. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
WILSON ENGLA JEAN WILSON ENGLA WILSON JUDY WILSON went home to see the Lord Sunday, February 08, 2009. She was born May 27, 1939 to Everett and Lois Ann Edwards in Detroit, Michigan. Judy was a deeply religious woman and a wonderful wife and mother. Judy was preceded in death by her mother Lois Riddle, her father Everett Edwards, her step-father Lytle Riddle and her brother Kenneth Edwards. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Robert Charles Wilson, her children; Lytle Wilson, Robert Wilson, Shavonne Stewart, Sheralyn Love, Lois Wilson, her grandchildren; Diante Johnson, Shavonne Schumacher, Ashley Schumacher, her great grand-daughter Mia Johnson, her Son-in-law Vance Stewart, as well as a host of other family members who will miss her deeply. The Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 12th, 2009 from 5p.m. to 7 p.m. at Haley Funeral Home, 24525 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield, Michigan 48075. The celebration of Judy's life will occur Friday, February 13th, 2009 at Bethesda Christian Church; 14000 Metropolitan Parkway, Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312. Services begin at 11a.m. Services entrusted to Haley Funeral Director, 248-356-4800
WILSON ROBERT H WILSON ROBERT WILSON BOB WILSON Age 73, February 26, 2009. Beloved husband of Maudlene. Dearest step-father of Franklin (Sheila) Cook, Rick (Theresa) Cook, Cheryl (Edward) Gennari, Tracie (David) Rozmus and Terri Lynn (John) Sigler. Proud grandfather of 10 and great-grandfather of 11. Dear brother of Francis (Pat) Wilson, Ralph (Margaret) Wilson, Tommy Wilson, Margaret (Mel) Loch and the late Mary Lou (Edward) Perzyk and Rose Marie Wilson. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Monday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons., Inc. (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd.
WILSON THEODORE FRANCIS WILSON THEODORE WILSON Age 77 of Oakland Township, January 31, 2009. Loving husband of Beverly. Dear father of Kevin (Cindy) Wilson and Keith (Sherry) Wilson. Grandfather of Heather, Eric, Abigail and Samuel Wilson. Brother of Jack (the late Mary) Wilson, Florence (the late Anthony) Baczewski, Rose (LeRoy) Underwood, Mary (Gerald) Dalrick and the late Albert (Edie) Wilson. Funeral Mass Thursday, February 5, 2009 10:30 a.m. with an in state time of 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood, Rochester. The family will receive friends Wednesday 2-8 p.m with a 7p.m. Scripture Service at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Interment Van Hoosen Jones Cemetery. Memorials to American Heart Association. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
WILSON VIRGINIA M WILSON VIRGINIA WILSON Age 89, February 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Harry B. Dearest mother of Pamela (James) Dalton, Elizabeth (Steven) Lindner, and Barbara (Steven) Robertson. Loving grandmother of nine and great grandmother of 12. Dear sister of Dorothy (Frank) Licht. Visitation Friday 2-5 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills. In state Saturday 10:30 a.m. until time of Service 11 a.m. at Nardin Park Methodist Church, 29887 W. 11 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorial contributions may be directed to the church. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
WINCHESTER FERN E WINCHESTER FERN WINCHESTER Age 90 of Farmington, February 19, 2009. Beloved sister of Larry (Mary) Winchester. Dear aunt of Shirley Yanachik, Jeanne Roe, Dianne Kanaby and Nancy Boari. Fern is preceded in death by her brother William and nephew Ron Winchester. Funeral Service Monday, February 23rd, 11 a.m. (in state 10:30 a.m.), at First United Methodist Church, 33112 Grand River Ave., Farmington. Visitation Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd (just N. of Grand River, btw. 9-10 Mile Rd.), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Memorial tributes are suggested to the Salvation Army. www.heeney-sundquist.com
WINTERS EVELYN M WINTERS EVELYN WINTERS Age 87. February 6, 2009. Beloved wife of William for 65 years. Loving mother of son Richard and daughter Diane (Ken) Monberg. Dear grandmother of Tracie, Amber, Amy and David. Great-grandmother of two. Also survived by her sister, Florence Thibeault and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul United Church of Christ, 24158 Goddard Rd., Taylor. In state 10:00 a.m. until time of Service. Visitation Monday 2:00-9:00 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph. www.howepeterson.com
WISE RONALD R WISE RONALD WISE Age 60, February 8, 2009. Beloved son of the late Ralph and the late Helen Wise. Brother of Mary Lou Steuer, Thomas Wise and the late Susan Trumble. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral services are being held privately. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com
WISHART MARY M WISHART MARY WISHART Age 100. Wife of the late Wilbert Kirsch and James Wishart. Dear mother of George Kirsch, Thomas Kirsch, David Kirsch, Anne Oliver, and Barbara (Tom) Weibel. Step mother to Jim (Linda) Wishart. Also 21 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren. Memorial visitation Saturday, Feb 28, 2009 at St. Ronald's Catholic Community (15 Mile East of Garfield) 9:30 a.m. until time of mass 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Resurrection Funeral Home, 586-412-3000. Visit online at: www.mem.com
WITKOWSKI DENNIS A WITKOWSKI DENNIS WITKOWSKI Beloved husband of Theresa, daddy to the late Linda Thauer and Nancy McDerment (Richard Hutchinson). Very special grandpa to Jack and Rich. Brother of the late Joseph and Sophia, and Wanda. Private Memorial Mass is pending.
WITKOWSKI HELEN WITKOWSKI (Age 83, February 1, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Arthur. Dearest mother of Bruce and Mark (Patricia). Loving sister of Clara Sarzynski, Edmund Sitek and Richard Sitek. In state Wednesday, 10:30a.m. with Funeral Mass at 11:00a.m. at St. Constance Catholic Church, 21555 Kinyon, Taylor. Visitation Tuesday, 3-9p.m. with Rosary at 8 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Rd. Interment at Our Lady of Hope Cemetery, Brownstown Twp.
WITKOWSKI DENNIS A WITKOWSKI DENNIS WITKOWSKI Beloved husband of Theresa, daddy to the late Linda Thauer and Nancy McDerment (Richard Hutchinson). Very special grandpa to Jack and Rich. Brother of the late Joseph and Sophia, and Wanda. Private Memorial Mass is pending.
WITTENBERG GEORGE WITTENBERG GILBERT WITTENBERG Age 89, February 9, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Josephine. Loving father of Linda (Robert, Sr.) Ireson and Kathleen. Devoted grandfather of Robert Ireson, Jr. Mr. Wittenberg was a graduate of Cass Tech and served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. Visitation Thursday 1-8 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack, Grosse Pointe. Funeral Friday 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment at White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
WOLF WAYNE A WOLF WAYNE WOLF Age 57, February 1, 2009. Beloved husband of Diane. Dear father of David (Rebecca), Dana Wagner, and Jason Wagner. Grandfather of Justin, Jenna, Bazel, Aiden, and Remedie. Brother of Henry, Linda Chilkiewicz, and LouAnn (David) Berlin. Also survived by nieces, nephews, and one great-niece; and his beloved dogs Precious, Brinkley, and Shayla. Dedicated to serving Wayne County for over 34 years. Visitation Wednesday 5-8 p.m. and Thursday 1-8 p.m. at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (btwn. Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Friday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Mass at St. Sabina Catholic Church, 25605 Ann Arbor Tr. (btwn. Inkster & Telegraph). In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to the family.
WOLFER MARY MARGARET WOLFER MARY WOLFER Age 87, formerly of Detroit, died February 21, 2009 in Warren. She was born May 13, 1921 in Caseville, MI. She married William Wolfer April 26, 1941 in Detroit and he preceded her on March 28, 1989. She retired from Holy Cross Hospital in Detroit as a nurse aid. She was past president of Fraser Senior Citizens, a member of the St. Anne Society, and was a Red Cross Volunteer. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, crafting, sewing, and going to Florida in winters. Surviving are her children, Mary Ann Baril, Noreen (Ron) Baller, Cheryl (Dale) Lesh, and William (Marie) Wolfer; grandchildren Diane, Donna, Carey, Dawn, Autumn, Dale, Ron, Bill, Amy, Bob, and Patrick; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Anna (Wesley) Nutt and Eileen (Don) Wickline. She was preceded by her husband William; son John Patrick; son-in-law Paul Baril; siblings Frank, Alfred, and Helen. Mass 12 noon Tuesday at St. Edmund Catholic Church, 14025 12 Mile Rd., Warren, MI. Reverend Robert Witkowski officiating. Burial Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Scripture Service Monday 7 p.m. and visitation 2-8 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic, Warren. Memorial contributions to In-House Hospice Solutions, 24293 Telegraph Rd., Suite 102, Southfield, MI 48033.
WOLK DR MERLA WOLK DR WOLK Beloved wife of Richard Wolk. Dear mother of Steven Wolk and David (Miriam) Wolk. Eight grandchildren. Cherished sister of Barry Samuels and dear sister-in-law of Robert Wolk. SERVICES 1 P.M. SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com
WOOD SANDRA K WOOD SANDRA WOOD LISA WOOD Age 67, January 28, 2009, of Garden City. Beloved wife of William. Loving mother of Charles, Jeffrey, Mark, and the late Renae. Arrangements by R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, Garden City, MI.
WOOD, VIRGINIA LEE; passed away; January 29, 2009; former Pontiac resident. She was born October 2, 1916 in La Harpe, IL. She was employed at Baldwin Rubber Co. in Pontiac, where she met her husband, Harry Joseph Wood, a chemist. Virginia was a member of the Presbyterian Church. In 1960, they moved to Long Beach, CA. She remained there until moving to Bishop in 2006. Virginia is survived by her two daughters, Joanne Wood Parsons of Bishop, CA, and Barbara Wood Mills of Grand Blanc, and their respective families; including three grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
WOOD WILLIAM E WOOD WILLIAM WOOD February 19, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada, formerly of Warren. Beloved husband of Myrna J. Dear father of William Jr., Patricia, Barbara, Lori, and Cindy Wood. Step-father of Charles Nicholas Jr., and Robert Wm. Nicholas. Also survived by three grandchildren. Visitation Friday 1-9 p.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe. Funeral Saturday, 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials to the American Heart Association appreciated. Mr. Wood was a member of the Shafer-Rachelle VFW Post #6782.
WOODARD LYMAN ELNATHAN WOODARD SR LYMAN WOODARD SR Age 66, of Owosso, MI passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at Memorial Healthcare, Owosso, MI. There will be a Memorial Service held at a later date. Lyman was born in Owosso, Michigan on March 3, 1942, the son of Lyman Elnathan and Jane Elizabeth (Wiggins) Woodard and resided most of his life in the Detroit area. Lyman married Cynthia Elaine King on August 30, 2004. She passed away April 5, 2005. Lyman was a graduate of Owosso High School and attended Oscar Peterson School of Jazz in Toronto. He started playing the piano at the age of three and was a gifted piano and Hammond B3 organ player, music was his life. He was a Director and Arranger for Motown and toured with Martha Reeves. Lyman owned and operated Corridor Records of Detroit and was the Director and Arranger for Lyman Woodard Trio and Lyman Woodard Organization. He was a well known and beloved musical artist in Detroit. Lyman was also a short story writer and retired to his family farm in Owosso where he spent his later years. He is survived by his son Lyman Elnathan Woodard, IV of Hamtramck, MI, twin sisters, Jane Stevens of Sisters, OR and Susan Sasso of Olema, CA; and his niece Sarah and Joe Purcell of Dublin, Ireland. Lyman was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shiawassee County Humane Society. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso, MI.
WOODFORD MARY WOODFORD Age 85, of Warren, formerly of Ferndale, February 1, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Allan, Jr. Loving mother of Allan III (Senora), Barbara (John) Klinger, Douglas (Josephine), Susan (Terry) Rosenthal and Michael (Katie). Also survived by sister, Vera Taaffee; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Visitation Tuesday 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile, Ferndale (1½ blks west of Woodward). Funeral service Wednesday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield. Memorial donations to Alzheimers Association. www.spauldingcurtin.com
WOODS CLARA E WOODS CLARA WOODS Age 93, of Dearborn Heights, died February 7, 2009 after a long illness. Beloved wife of the late Wesley. Loving sister of Pearl Osburn, Ruth Adams and Lillian Wood. Loving son Nick (Christina) Sittas and their children. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Leaves behind an abundance of friends. Original owner of the Trail Bar in Dearborn Heights. Everyone who met her loved her. She will be sadly missed. Private services were held at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI. Memorials to the Salvation Army. www.querfeldfh.com
WOODS GARY E WOODS GARY WOODS Born August 24, 1940, passed away at Piedmont Hospital Atlanta, GA, February 17, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife, Zoe Darling-Woods; brother Ron, of N. Palm Beach, FL; daughter Ami, of Good Hart, MI and his devoted dog, Bob. Woods worked as a graphic artist in the printing and advertising field in Atlanta and Detroit. Burial will be in Michigan at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in memory of Gary Woods to Piedmont Hospital Transplant Fund, 1968 Peachtree Rd, NW, Atlanta, GA 30309.
WORTH FRANCES WORTH Age 96. February 10, 2009. Retired artist and alumna of the Detroit Society of Arts & Crafts. Wife of the late Otto. Dear mother of Allan (Marilyn) Worth, Glenn (Karin) Worth and Shirley (Peter Hiltz) Worth. Loving grandmother of Jennifer (Patrick Long) Worth, Joshua (Maureen) Worth and Randall (Nicole) Worth. Great grandmother of Faith Long, Grayson, Preston and Talula Worth. Visitation Sunday 3-7 p.m. and Monday 6-8 p.m. followed by services Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at the Northrop-Sassaman Funeral Home, 19091 Northville Road (At Seven Mile), Northville. Memorial contributions to the American Heart Association appreciated.
WORTHINGTON LEONARD A WORTHINGTON LEONARD WORTHINGTON FRITZ WORTHINGTON Age 86, of Northville, February 22, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Lucille (2007). Dear father of John (Gracie), Jim (Chere), Susan (Don) Harris, Michael, Betty (Dan) Bruci, Linda King and Mary (Keith) Rowley. Cherished brother of Richard (Nancy). Leonard is the proud grandfather of 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral service Friday, February 27, 10 a.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (just N. of Grand River, btw. 9-10 Mile Rds.), downtown Farmington (248 474-5200). Visitation Thursday 2 until 8 p.m. Memorial tributes are suggested to Beaumont Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. heeney-sundquist.com
WRIGHT ANITA L WRIGHT ANITA WRIGHT of Bloomfield Hills; February 18, 2009; at 86 years of age. Beloved wife of William G. Wright whom she married in 1942 in Pontiac; dear mother of the late Jeanette Morrison-Marks; dear grandmother of Heather Morrison, Chris, Adam and James Marks; mother-in-law of Byron Morrison and Jack Marks; also survived by five great grandchildren. Mrs. Wright was a member Central United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, the PEO-Sisterhood. She was also formerly active in a number of community organizations in Pontiac and was especially active in PTA in Pontiac Schools and also on the state level. Memorial Service Thursday, March 5, 2009, 11 a.m. at Central United Methodist Church, 3882 Highland Rd., Waterford 48328. Pastor Wendy Chrostek will officiate. Family will receive from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Arrangements entrusted to COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. To send a private condolence, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.
WRIGHT B BENSON WRIGHT BEN WRIGHT 94; of Prescott, AZ; died at 8:30 a.m., on Monday, January 19, 2009 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born on Friday, October 2, 1914, in Ithaca , OH. Mr. Wright had moved to Prescott, Arizona 7 years ago from Rochester, MI where he had lived for 50 years. He graduated from Arcanum High School in Ohio and was a member of the Moose Lodge in Muncie, IN and had been an avid bowler for his entire adult life. He had served in the US Navy during W.W. II. He was a member of the First Congregational Church in Rochester, Michigan. He married Grace Pearl (Davies) Wright on June 27, 1942 in Montpelier, IN. He was the son of the late Archie Edward Wright and the late Reva Jeanette Wright. Survivors include son, Edward (wife, Carol) Wright of Prescott, AZ.; daughter, Beverly Goubeaux of Greenville, OH; brother, Doyle (wife, Georgia) Wright of Perrysburg, OH; 7 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by wife, Grace Pearl (Davies) Wright, father, Archie Edward Wright, mother, Reva Jeanette Wright and brother, Bob Wright. Arrangements are being handled by Walker & Glancy Funeral Home, 109 West Windsor Street, Montpelier, IN. Funeral Service will be at Walker & Glancy Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2009. Interment will be at Brookside Memorial Park in Montpelier, IN. Memorials to First Congregational Church 1315 N. Pine Street Rochester, MI 48307 WALKER & GLANCY FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.glancyfuneralhomes.com
WRIGHT DOREEN WRIGHT age 80, widow of Robert H. Wright died February 3, 2009 at the Manors of Hobe Sound Nursing Home in Hobe Sound, Florida. Doreen was born in England May 31, 1928 and moved to the U.S. in 1969. Surviving her are two daughters, Lesley Hammond, Tricia Schurman, one son, Peter Wright and three grandchildren. According to her wishes cremation has taken place in Florida.
WRIGHT THOMAS H WRIGHT THOMAS WRIGHT February 17, 2009. Age 89 of Beverly Hills. Proud veteran US Army WWII. Retired partner and CPA for Deloitte Touche. Beloved husband of Elaine (nee. Klave) for 59 years. Predeceased by 3 sisters and 1 brother. Survived by 19 nieces and nephews and also many relatives in Ireland. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile) Sunday 2-7p.m. Rosary Sunday afternoon. Funeral Mass Monday 11a.m. at St. Regis Church, 3695 Lincoln at Lahser Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301.Visitation begins at church 10:30a.m. Memorial tributes to St. Regis Church or The Capuchin Monastery, 1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48207. View obituary and share memories at: www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
WROBEL LUCILLE WROBEL Age 91, of Troy, passed away February 11, 2009. Devoted wife to the late Leon Wrobel. Loving mother of Kathy Birkmeier (Joseph), Nancy Mitter (Dipankar) and Patricia Wrobel (Dan Coffman). Proud grandmother of Andrew Mitter, Greg Birkmeier, Marci Comeau and Lisa Kostic.
WYPYCHA CHARLOTTE WYPYCHA Age 96, February 16, 2009. A sister, three children, six grandchildren and many great-granchildren survive. Charlotte's wishes were immediate cremation. Loving memory, "another day."
WROBLEWSKI CHRIS WROBLEWSKI Age 28. February 20, 2009. Beloved son of Gary and Pamela. Dear brother of Kelly. Loving grandson of Beverly Wroblewski and the late Clarence Wroblewski, the late Edward and Sue Margavich. Also survived by many cousins and friends. Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. Visitation Tuesday 1-9 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
WYSE NORVAL E WYSE NORVAL WYSE February 9, 2009, age 89. Beloved husband of 65 years of Mildred. Dear father of Nancy Dolehanty (Dr. Frederick). Loving grandfather of Bryan Dolehanty (Denise), Allison Dolehanty and the late Colin Dolehanty. Great grandfather of Liam Dolehanty. Brother of Ardell Moore (James) and Bernice MacDonnell. Family will receive friends at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver) Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at Troy First United Methodist Church, 6363 Livernois. Visitation at church begins at 10:30 a.m. Burial at White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial Tributes to the church or Beaumont Hospice. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
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