BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
January 2009
LAST NAME "C"
CALDWELL DANIEL GLEN CALDWELL DANIEL CALDWELL Age 64. January 8, 2009. Beloved husband of Gloria J. Caldwell. Loving father of Mark Sean Caldwell and Michelle Noel (Kirk Alan) Maronen. Grandfather of Samantha Marie Maronen and Joshua Alan Maronen. Brother of Walter Spencer Caldwell, Jr. (Cookie). Memorial Service Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at Alpha Baptist Church, Livonia. Arrangements by Harry J. Will Funeral Home, Livonia.
CALDWELL WILLIE FRED CALDWELL WILLIE CALDWELL age 56; of Clayton, NC, formerly of Pontiac, MI; transitioned suddenly into the arms of his Lord and Savior on January 20, 2009. He is survived by wife, Henrietta; daughters, Shana (Samson) Caldwell-Carter and Lesley Caldwell both of MI; step-daughters, Anita Faulkner and Kimberly York of MI, Cynthia York of CO, Audretta Hall of Greensboro, NC, Antoinette Randall of Knightdale and Andrea Ramsey of Las Vegas, NV; grandchildren Roderick and Ke Arra Caldwell, and Darius Carter; three step-grandchildren; siblings David Caldwell, Jr. and Johnny Saw Skeet both of MI, Ora Caldwell of AL; aunts Frances White and Isabelle Demo both of MI, Edna Harrison and Ruth McCray both of AL; also many other loving relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents David Caldwell, Sr. and Eddie Mae, brother, Hebert Caldwell. Willie enjoyed spending time with his family, Sci-Fi Movies, cartoons, wrestling, and many fun activities, including restoring cars and participatingin the Woodward Dream Cruise every year...a "Mr. Fix-It". He was employed with Firestone. Funeral Services 11 a.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Wake Chapel Church, 4509 Bland Rd., Raleigh, NC 27609. Visitation 10:30 to 11 a.m. Pastor J.J. Wilkins, Jr. officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Lea Funeral Home, 2500 Poole Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610, (919-231-1000). To send a private condolence to the family, please visit www.leafuneralhome.com
CALVERT FRANCES H CALVERT FRANCES CALVERT of St. Clair Shores passed away January 4, 2009 at home with her family. She was born April 10, 1927 in Boston, Massachusetts. Mrs. Calvert was a homemaker who enjoyed family and friends. Mrs. Calvert is survived by her husband Gerald; daughter Aletha (Gene) Capilla; grandson Craig; brother-in-law Carter Smith; many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great great nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sisters Mary Gay, Alice Kay, Barbara Smith, Fern Benvisuto and Ethel Doherty and brothers Paul and William Louberry, Hubert and Connie Adams and Daniel Rotar. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 10th at St. Hubert Catholic Church, Harrison Township, with the Rev. Robert Blondell officiating. Visitation at the church prior to the Mass at 10 a.m. Visitation will be Friday January 9th from 3-9 p.m. at Van Lerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper, St. Clair Shores, with Scriptures at 5:30 p.m.
CAMERON DOROTHY MARIE HANSEN CAMERON DOROTHY HANSEN CAMERON DOROTHY CAMERON DOROTHY MARIE CAMERON Age 91, January 12, 2009 of Troy. Beloved wife of the late Charles Cameron. Loving mother of Catherine Lord (Richard) and Carol Maljak. Four grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Dear sister of Daniel Hansen. Private services were held. Arrangements by Price Funeral Home, Troy. (248) 689-0700. Memorials to the Alzheimer's Association. Interment Union Corners Cemetery, Troy. Share memories at www.pricefuneralhome.net.
CAMPBELL ROBERT L CAMPBELL ROBERT CAMPBELL December 29, 2008. Age 85. Beloved husband of the late Ethel. Dearest father of Robert D. (Ruth). Loving grandfather of Anne, Gayle and Craig. Brother of Marge (Robert) Porter. Visitation Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of Service 11 a.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Homes, Inc., 16300 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe. Memorial contributions may be made to The Capuchins.
CAPRA ANNE M CAPRA ANNE CAPRA January 10, 2009. Age 88 of Allen Park. Beloved wife of the late American "Nanny". Loving mother of Mary (Larry) Forest, Rose McLean, Richard (Debbie) Capra, Theresa Capra, and the late Helene Zimmerman. Also survived by seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Martina Pichoni. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd. (Allen Park Chapel). Rosary Tuesday 6 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, prayers at funeral home at 10 a.m. with Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Interment Woodmere Cemetery. Online guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com.
CAPRA DOROTHY C CAPRA DOROTHY CAPRA Age 73, of Howell, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2009. Born September 3, 1935 in San Mateo, California. Dear mother of Michael (Kristen) Capra of Howell and Deanna (Stephen) Varesi of Webberville. Also eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Dorothy was a retired Hudson's Store manager. Services Tuesday 11 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Howell. Visitation Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800). Please visit the family's online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com
CAPUTO JAMES CAPUTO Age 79. James Caputo was called to heaven on December 25, 2008. He will join his loving wife of 57 years, Margaret and his two sons Frank and Sam. James will be deeply missed by his daughter, Deborah, and his sister, Mary and sister-in-law, Rose. He will always be in the hearts of his beloved grandchildren, Jeannie, Erick, Samantha, Sarah, Chris, Brad and Evan, and his great-grandchildren, Brandon, Zackary, Jonas, James and Violet. Family quotes James as "a man of many virtues and loved his family above all else, he will be missed very much by all those who knew and loved him." Special thanks to the loving hearts at Sunrise of Shelby Twp. and In House Hospice for helping us through the journey. Memorial visitation Saturday 4-7 p.m. at Wasik Funeral Home, 49150 Schoenherr, Shelby Twp, MI 48315. with a 7 p.m. Memorial Service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Michigan, 20300 Civic Center Drive, Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076, (248) 351-0280. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
CARDINAL ELAINE M CARDINAL ELAINE CARDINAL Age 84 of Fenton, December 31, 2008. Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Rita Catholic Church, 309 E. Maple St, Holly. Fr. David Blazek celebrant. Burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Grand Blanc. Visitation at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton Friday 2-8 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until Mass at church. Rosary 7 p.m. Friday. Contributions to St. Rita Catholic Church or Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Elaine was born September 25, 1924 the daughter of the late Peter and Mayme (Mog) Galetto. She married Charles C. Cardinal on June 2, 1945 in Detroit and he preceded her in death on June 10, 1987. Surviving are 5 children, Gail Allen (John), Charles Cardinal Jr. (Chris), Richard Cardinal (Nanci), Robert Cardinal (Kathy), Kimberly Cruickshank (Chris); 15 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Jerry Galetto (Mary Jane); 2 sister-in-laws, Viv Cardinal and Pat Cardinal.
CARDINALE MARIE T CARDINALE MARIE CARDINALE January 1, 2009. Loving wife of Charles. Dear mother of Louise Mann, Charles (Betsy) and Anita Strach. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Funeral Monday 11 a.m. from the chapel of L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Rd. (W. of Lilley). Visitation Sunday 1-9 p.m. Share a memorial tribute with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com
CAREY FRANCES LORENE CAREY FRANCES CAREY January 12, 2009 Age 80 of Oak Park. Beloved wife of Charles J. for 46 years. Dear mother of Douglas C. (Cheryl Lynn) and Carolyn C. Taylor (Mike). Grandmother of Ashley, Brandon and Chance. Sister of Modell Camp, Murlene Frizzell, Bobbie Tipton (Waldon). Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile) Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral service Wednesday 10:30a.m. at Emmanuel Bethel Church, 4000 Normandy Rd., Royal Oak. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorials to the National Kidney Foundation, 1169 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48108 or American Diabetes Association, 30200 Telegraph Rd., Ste 105, Bingham Farms, MI 48025. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
CARLSON CARL ARTHUR CARLSON CARL CARLSON Age 89, January 6, 2009, of Royal Oak, formerly of Phoenix, Arizona. Beloved husband of Evon (VanWynsberghe) Carlson. Loving father of Eric Carlson (Patricia), Sharon Donner, and the late Arne Carlson. Dear grandfather of Tamara (Justin), Robert (Philip), James (Dee), and Tara, and great-grandfather of Tyler, Dalys, Jaden, Savannah, and Shelby. Visitation Friday 11 a.m. until funeral service 2 p.m. at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Rd. (between Big Beaver and Wattles Roads), Troy, (248) 689-0700. Memorials to Hospice of Michigan and Michigan Humane Society. Share memories with the online guest book at www.pricefuneralhome.net
CARLTON HENRIETTA L CARLTON HENRIETTA CARLTON HENRIETTA L WISNIEWSKI CARLTON HENRIETTA WISNIEWSKI CARLTON (NEE WISNIEWSKI)Of Clinton Township. Age 67 January 27, 2009. Beloved wife of Carl. Loving mother of Cindy, Cori, and Christyn. Dear sister of Paul M. (Anne) Wisniewski, Timothy J. (Michele) Wisniewski, Barbara Wisniewski, and the late Thomas H. Wisniewski and late John H. Wisniewski. Daughter of the late Henry S. and Florence B. Wisniewski. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Founding member of St. Michael Catholic Community, Sterling Heights. Visitation Thursday 3-8 p.m., Friday 3-8 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Scripture service at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Rd. (S. of 18 Mi. Rd.) Clinton Twp., and Saturday 9 a.m. until time of funeral mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Community, 40501 Hayes Rd., Sterling Hts. Memorial contributions to Henry Ford Hospice, Clinton Twp. would be appreciated. Please visit www.mem.com for online memorials.
CARMAN JEROME G CARMAN JEROME CARMAN Age 66, died January 5th at his home, with his beloved wife by his side, after a long battle with cancer. Jerry was retired from the Air National Guard, where he was a Security Specialist at Selfridge ANG Base responsible for security coverage for the ANG Wing/Group Flying Base. His military career began with the Army after high school. He also served in Germany, Vietnam and at TACOM Army Arsenal in Warren, MI and earned the rank of Master Sergeant before joining the ANG. In addition to his wife Jennifer Lindsay, he is survived by a stepdaughter, Heather Lindsay, a daughter, Jennifer Carman, as well as brothers Raymond Carman and Daniel Buchholz, a sister, Judith Espitia, and an aunt, Georgiana Guy, all of Milwaukee or the Milwaukee area.
CARMICHAEL MARIE GLEASON CARMICHAEL MARIE CARMICHAEL age 99; of Rochester; January 5, 2009. Loving wife of the late John; dear mother of Elizabeth (Richard) Koerber, Joan Bates, and Robert (Jan) Carmichael; also survived by 9 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. The four leaves of Marie s Four Leaf Clover were the foundation of her life: Faith, Family, Friends, and Fun. Mass of Resurrection Monday, January 12, 2009, 10 a.m. with an In State of 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood, Rochester. The family will receive friends Sunday 3 to 8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
CARNAHAN LYNDA S CARNAHAN LYNDA CARNAHAN of West Bloomfield; January 28, 2009; age 49. Loving daughter of Whitney and the late Shirley; dear sister of Karen (Daniel) Fettig of Battle Creek; adored aunt of Alison and Carli; niece of Joyce (William) Buis of Holland; preceded in death by her uncle John (Carolynne) Etheridge of Grand Rapids and aunt Patsy (Dr. Jack) Benkert of Grand Blanc; also survived by many cousins and their children. Lynda loved animals, music and acting. Memorial Service Saturday, February 21, 2009 11 a.m. First Congregational Church of Clarkston. Arrangements entrusted to the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children s Research Hospital or Karmanos Cancer Institute. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com
CARPENTI BERNARD CARPENTI January 17, 2009 of Westland. Beloved husband of Kathie. Dear father of Aaron (Kellie) and Mary (Aaron) Gedlen. Also survived by four grandchildren, one brother, and three sisters. Visiting Tuesday 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 34567 Michigan Ave., Wayne. Funeral Services Thursday, in state 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. time of Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church, 34530 Michigan Ave., Wayne.
CARSON CLARENCE ELLIOT CARSON CLARENCE CARSON CLARENCE RABBIT CARSON Peacefully, December 27, 2008. Beloved father of Rudolph, Calvin (Gail) and Michael. Grandfather of Traci and Meredith. Visitation Monday, January 5th from 3-8 p.m. at O. H. Pye III Funeral Home. Funeral service, Tuesday, January 6th at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Visit the online guestbook at www.pyefuneralhome.com
CARSWELL RAMONA W CARSWELL RAMONA CARSWELL October 21, 1928—January 6, 2009. Age 80 of Detroit, raised in Macon, Georgia. Loving mother of Armethyst C. Lucius, Hildreth C. (John) Jones, Johnnetta Carswell, Lorenzo D. Carswell, Regina C. (Matthew) Russo and Reginald Carswell. Dearest grandmother of seven grandchildren. Ramona was preceded in death by her son Harry F. Carswell Jr., her father David Williams and mother Martha Keith Montgomery. A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, January 12, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the American House, 20300 Fort St., Riverview, Michigan 48193.
CARTER RICHARD A CARTER RICHARD CARTER Age 59, December 29, 2008. Beloved husband of Mariam. Step-father of Jennifer (Stephen) Hebel. Step-grandfather of Bethany. Dear brother of Diana (Gary) Kuch and Nicholas Carter. Uncle of Sarah, Andrew and Chrissy. Visitation Friday 2-9 pm Funeral Service Saturday 10 am at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (btwn Ford and Cherry Hill).
CASSANI MARY CASSANI MARY Age 95. December 31, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Henry. Loving mother of Dennis, Julie (Mark) Hall, and Gerry (Jane). Proud grandmother of Anthony, Donald, Michael, Matthew, Elizabeth, Dan, Frank & Maria. Great grandmother of Ciara, Anthony & Amber. Dear sister of Rose Merlo, the late Ernestine Carnagi, Natalie, Angelo & Joe Garvaglia. Also survived by many loving nieces & nephews. Visitation at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Ave. (3 blocks north of 10 Mile Rd.) on Friday 2-9 p.m. with evening prayers. Funeral Saturday Instate 8:30 a.m. until Mass 9 a.m. at St. Hubert Catholic Church, 38775 Prentiss, Harrison Township. Interment St. John Cemetery. To share a memory, visit. www.bcfh.com
CATHCART MARLENE A CATHCART MARLENE CATHCART Age 74, January 6, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Charles "Bub" for 52 years. Sister of Larry, Suzanne (the late John) Smith and the late Donald, Virginia and Bruce. Dear sister-in-law of Janet Sevakis, Donna (Otto) Knittel, Judy (Doug) Washburn and Paula Cathcart, IHM. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, loving friends Mary and John Hodges, Joanne and Darrell Bair and Barbara Kerr. Visitation Thursday 2-7 p.m. with a 6 p.m. Remembering 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).
CAVANAUGH-HUFFMAN CHARLEEN A CAVANAUGH-HUFFMAN CHARLEEN CAVANAUGH-HUFFMAN CHARLEEN HUFFMAN CHARLEEN CAVANAUGH Age 67, of Center Line, December 31, 2008. Loving mother of David and Kevin (Partner Pat). Preceded by husbands Raymond and Ron. Dear sister of Jeanine (Jay) Conrad and the late Rita (Marc) Blaquiere and Patrick (Yvonne) Bernard. Also many nieces, nephews, and in-laws: Tom, John and Sally, and Reva and Carl. Visitation Sunday 3-8 p.m. and Monday 1-8 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile) Warren. Mass Tuesday 10 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church, 25320 Van Dyke, Center Line. In state at 9:30 a.m. ahpeters.com
CECI BARBARA M CECI BARBARA CECI age 72, January 25, 2009. Beloved mother of Angie (Jim) Craven, Joe and Matt (Kristie). Grandmother of Jessica, Jenna, Amy, Joey, Katie (Jonathan) Smith, Bradley, Kyle and McKenna. Great-grandmother of Nevaeh and Ryleigh. Visitation Monday 2-8 pm at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Tuesday 9:30am until 10am Mass at Resurrection Catholic Church, 48755 Warren (between Beck Rd and Ridge Rd.) Memorials suggested to American Heart Association and American Lung Association.
CEJMER NORBERT CEJMER Age 80, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Gladwin, MI. He was born June 6, 1928 in Flint, MI, the son of the late Konstancy and Pauline (Swieczkowski) Cejmer. Norbert was a Firefighter and former Fire Marshall for the City of Madison Heights. He loved the outdoors, golfing and walking. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Tony, Ernest, Frank and Louie, and sisters, Anna, Stella and Nettie. He is survived by his wife Geraldine Cejmer of Gladwin, MI; children; Janice Bloch of North Carolina; David (Rosemary) Cejmer of Beaverton, MI; Paula (Bob) Heck of North Carolina and Shari (Mike) Cook of North Carolina. 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gladwin, MI with Rev. Fr. John Cotter as celebrant. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 9, 2009 from 2-8 p.m. at the Sisson Funeral Home, Gladwin, MI, with a Scripture service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
CELMER STANLEY J CELMER STANLEY CELMER Age 78, December 29, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Patricia. Dearest father of Suzanne (Timothy) Celmer-Harter, Judith (Frank) Celmer-Nadolski, and Joseph. Loving grandfather of Brittney, Nicholas, Michael, Brendan, Tyler and Justin. Also survived by one brother and three sisters. Family will receive friends Friday 1-8 p.m. with prayers at 7 p.m. at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Linus Church until Mass at 10 a.m.
CERLIGIONE PHYLLIS C CERLIGIONE PHYLLIS CERLIGIONE PHYLLIS SCRAFANO CERLIGIONE PHYLLIS C SCRAFANO CERLIGIONE (nee: SCRAFANO) - Age 92 - January 6, 2009 - Formerly of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Dear sister of Rose (Raymond) Desgroseilliers. Predeceased by siblings Lena Mannino, Louise Tripiano, Charles Scrafano, Tony Scrafano, Nick Scrafano, James Scrafano, Frances Scrafano, Sam Scrafano, and Mary Sarcone. Also survived by caretaker Rose (Dave) Molloy and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 Mile Road). In State Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Hospice and The Capuchins. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com
CESAREK HELEN M WIYKOVICS CESAREK HELEN WIYKOVICS CESAREK HELEN CESAREK HELEN M CESAREK (NEE WIYKOVICS)Age 87, December 30, 2008, in Tucson, AZ. Bleoved wife of the late Alphonse (1986). Loving mother of Timothy (the late Sylvia), Linda Zacharek (the late Mitchell), the late William Sr. (Camille), Blake (Mary Ann) and Terry. Dear friend of Les Lederer and Michael Mitchell. Dearest grandma to 10 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Mass at 10:00 a.m. St. Clement Church, Center Line, on January 17, 2009.
CHABEN SARA J CHABEN SARA CHABEN Age 92. Beloved wife of the late Abe Chaben. Dear mother of Patricia (Fred) Erlich, Jerry (Sharon) Holinstat, and Marilyn (Richard) Moss. Loving grandmother of Brian (Angela) Erlich, Barbara Erlich, Stephanie (Jeff) Perry, Steven (Debbie) Holinstat, Michael (Izabella) Holinstat, Tammy Holinstat, Traci Moss, and Jason (Jennifer) Moss. Proud great-grandmother of Jamie, Hanna, Morgan, Zachary, Ethan, Sydney, Jack, Katy, Ben, Rachel, and Sami. Cherished sister of the late Irving (the late Belle) Marx, the late Ben (the late Goody) Marx, and the late Esther (the late Ted) Fogel. SERVICES 2:30 P.M. SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
CHALIFOUX JAMES M CHALIFOUX JAMES CHALIFOUX Age 40, January 19, 2009. Husband of Julie; dear father of Elleana, and Mara; beloved son of Robert and Margaret; dear brother of Jeanne, Janice, Lori, Robert and Peggy; also survived by many nephews, nieces and cousins. James will be greatly missed. Family will receive friends Thursday 3-9 p.m. with Rosary services at 7 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Funeral Mass will be Friday, in state 10:15 am until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Maurice Catholic Church, 32765 Lyndon Street, Livonia. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com
CHAMBE LUCIE CHAMBE Age 90. January 6, 2009. Loving mother of Herbert Doebritz. Cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. Aunt of Ernst Tegethoff. Great aunt of Rebecca (Thom) McLeod and John T. Francis. Committal service Today 10:00 a.m. at Resurrection Cemetery, 18201 Clinton River Rd, Clinton Township. Arrangements by A.H. Peters, (313) 884-5500. ahpeters.com
CHAMBERLIN JAMES FREDERICK CHAMBERLIN JAMES CHAMBERLIN Age 90. January 12, 2009. Beloved husband of Phyllis. Loving father of Jeff F. Jr. (Pam Fisher), Bruce D. (Kathy), Carolle A., and Gary A. Dear brother of Donald. Proud grandfather of four and great-grandfather of four. Memorial visitation Sunday 5-8 p.m. at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blocks E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorial service Monday 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Royal Oak. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.
CHAMPAGNE JEANNE L CHAMPAGNE JEANNE CHAMPAGNE Age 83. January 12, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Arthur G. Champagne. Loving mother of Carol (Mike) McMicken, Gary (the late Mary Pat), Ronald (Bev) Champagne, Linda (Joe) McCarthy, Craig (Andrea) Champagne, Arthur Champagne Jr., Beth Ann Champagne, Mary Jo Champagne and Sandy (Mike) Hall. Granny of Bryan (Angela) McMicken, Amy (Al) Seguin, Jennifer (Chris Tanner) McMicken, Douglas (Deedra) Champagne, Scott Champagne, Jacqueline (Justin Long) McCarthy, Danny McCarthy, Patti (Tim) Zub, Jessica Champagne and Brooke Hall. Great-granny of Scott, Marissa and Madalyn McMicken, Ella Seguin, Andrew and Patrick Long, Alexis, Andrew and Joshua Champagne and Claire Champagne. Loving sister of Geraldine (George) DeBrincat and the late William LaPonse. Sister-in-law of Julie. Sister-in-law to many and aunt and great-aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visitation at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home 2640 Monroe Blvd. (near W. Outer Dr.) Dearborn. Wednesday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Thursday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. In state 9:30 a.m. until Mass 10 a.m. Memorial contributions to Angela Hospice appreciated.
CHAO PEN-CHI CHAO Age 87, December 31, 2008. Beloved husband of Rachel. Dear father of Yi-Chia (Ron) Schmaeman, Jerry (Kathy) Chao and Dave (Annette) Chao. Grandfather of 12. Funeral from First United Methodist Church, 1589 W. Maple Rd., Birmingham, Saturday 11a.m. Friends may visit at church beginning at 9:30a.m. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com
CHEANEY ANN S CHEANEY ANN CHEANEY of Northville, January 30, 2009. Loving wife of the late Dalton S. Cheaney II. Cherished mother of Dalton S. Cheaney III, Debra Kuptz and Dawn Nash. Beloved grandmother to Desiree Bourgeois, Matthew and Kevin Cheaney, Amanda, Morgan, Derek and Jordyn Nash. Great grandmother to Arie and Lily Bourgeois. She leaves behind many to whom she was an example of life lived to its fullest. Visitation Sunday 2-6 p.m. and Monday 2-8 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (bet. 9-10 Mile Rds., just North of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Funeral Service Tuesday, February 3, 11 a.m. (in state at 10:30 a.m.) at the Berean Baptist Church, 38303 West 8 Mile Rd., Livonia (48152). Memorial tributes suggested to the church. heeney-sundquist.com
CHERNY SEYMOUR CHERNY Beloved husband of Karen. Dearest son of Chaja "Ida" and the late Sigmund. Loving father of Shanon (Fred) Stibor, Mindy (Jim) Schneider and Kimberly Cherny. Dearest brother of Harold (Flora), Frances (Jeffrey) Israel and Sandi (Joel) Felsenfeld. Loving grandfather of Brendan Schneider and Luke Stibor. Also survived by many loving close family, friends and dogs, Shayna and Roxie. Services Monday, 11 a.m. at Hebrew Memorial Chapel. Interment Beth Moses Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, (248) 543-1622.
CHESS MURRAY ALAN CHESS MURRAY CHESS 64, of Oak Park died January 16, 2009. He is survived by his dear wife Marlene Chess; brother and sister-in-law Ronald and Phyllis Chess of West Bloomfield, and brother-in-law Larry Sherman of West Bloomfield. Also survived by loving niece and nephews Jason Chess and Nancy and Kevin Blitz, and great-nephew Ryan Blitz. He is also survived by devoted cousins, family and many many friends. Murray was the beloved son of the late Dorothy Chess and the late Joseph Chess. Those desiring may make contributions to Temple Israel-Caring Community Fund or a charity of your choice. Funeral services will be Sunday, January 18th. Call Hebrew Memorial Chapel at (248) 543-1622 to confirm time.
CHIMOFF SAMUEL CHIMOFF Beloved husband of Minna. Dearest father of Barton (Cookie "Hope") Chimoff, Mark (Darien) Chimoff, Doreen Bernstein, and Barry (Mary Jo) Bernstein. Loving brother of Raphael (Elenor) Chimoff and Florence Sternberg. Dearest grandfather of Cortney, Taylor, Sarah, Zachary, Jennifer and Scott. Services Monday 1:00 p.m. at the HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Interment Hebrew Memorial Park.
CHMIELARCZYK JOSEPH S CHMIELARCZYK JOSEPH CHMIELARCZYK January 21, 2009. Age 79. Beloved husband of the late Sally. Loving father of Marilyn (David) Hendrix, Peter, Jeanne (Randy) Climer and Mary Kay (Tim) Kohrman. Dearest grandfather of 10. Dear brother of Norbert and Adele Counsil. Visitation Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Friday 7 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 10 a.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd (1 blk. N. of 12 Mile), Warren.
CHO JUNE ZEININGER CHO JUNE CHO Ann Arbor, MI Age 76, died Tuesday, December 30, 2008. She was born September 21, 1932 in Ypsilanti, MI. She is survived by her sister, Mary Zeininger, an aunt and many cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 10, 2009 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2250 E. Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI 48104. Visitation will take place at church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Humane Society of Huron Valley, 3100 Cherry Hill Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Please visit June's webpage at www. niefuneralhomes.com to sign her guest book.
CHOCHOL BARBARA M CHOCHOL BARBARA CHOCHOL Age 53, Preceded into Gods' Care by parents Stefan and Genowefa and brother Andreas. Beloved sister of Stefania Chochol and Donna Morris. Loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. Parish Scripture Service Sunday 7 p.m Funeral Service Monday 8:30 a.m at Krot Funeral Home, 2687 Caniff, Hamtramck. Mass of Christian burial Monday 9a.m. at St. Florian Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.
CHOPP JOSEPH CHOPP Age 98. Beloved husband of the late Ann. Loving father of Margaret (Harvey) Smith, Dorothy (Gus) Brama and Joanne (Dale) Andrews. Cherished grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 24. Also survived by one brother and one sister. Visitation Sunday January 25th from 2-8 p.m. with a 5 p.m. Vigil Service at the Risko Ferguson Family Funeral Home 2401 S. Wayne Rd. Westland, MI. www.riskoferguson.com Final visitation Monday 11 a.m. until time of Mass at 11:30 a.m. at St.Theodore Catholic Church, 8200 N. Wayne Rd. Westland. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations are to be made to Angela Hospice.
CHRISTON GEORGE CHRISTON Age 81, January 7, 2009. Dear husband of the late Helen. Brother of Peter Pokas. Also survived by four nieces, five nephews and five step-children. Visitation at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13˝ Mile Rd.), Warren, Friday 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. with a Trisagion Service at 7 p.m. In state Saturday at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 21800 Marter Rd., St. Clair Shores from 10:30 a.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions to Assumption Greek Orthodox Church General Fund appreciated by family.
CHRONIS MADELINE CHRONIS Age 84. December 29, 2008. Beloved wife of Andrew for 62 years. Married September 28, 1946 in Detroit at Our Lady Queen of Sorrows. They enjoyed many happy times and made wonderful friends with both the St. Clair Shores Senior Cruisers and the New Baltimore Seniors Clubs. Dear sister of the late Billy Cucinello, Rose Tranchida, Peter (Mary) Cucinello, Mary (Bill) Meadors, Lena (Mario) Garmani, Celia (Charles) Casango and Joseph (Lena) Cucinello. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with Scripture Service 7:00 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Instate Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Angela Catholic Church (25001 Chippendale, N. off 10 Mile, East of Kelly) until Mass at 11:00 a.m. Entombment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Donations preferred to Seasons Hospice. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" @ WujekCalcaterra.com
CHUCHLA EDWARD CHUCHLA January 27, 2009, age 85 of Farmington Hills. Beloved husband of Carol. Dear father of David and Ken (Diane). Loving grandpa of Adam, Ashley, A.J. and Aussie. Special uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 2-8 p.m. with funeral service Thursday 8:00 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Heart Association. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
CHURCH BRUCE B CHURCH BRUCE CHURCH age 76; of Shelby Twp.; died suddenly January 13, 2009. A graduate of Michigan State and a veteran of the U.S. Army, he retired from the Social Security Administration in 1987. Following retirement, he was employed at the Palace, where he was known as the "Dancing Usher." Husband of Cleone; father of Renee Church and Gregory (Claudia) Church; grandfather of Tessa, Jerimiah and Kit; great grandfather of Harry, Desmond and Stella; brother of Marguerite Simson. Funeral Service 7 p.m. Thursday at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Drive in Rochester. Visitation Thursday, 2 to 4 and 6 p.m. until the time of service. Send condolences and your memories of Bruce to www.Mem.com
CIBULKA FRANK CIBULKA CIBBY CIBULKA Age 90. January 11, 2009 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved husband of Jane. Loving father of Larry (Cathy) Cibulka, Catherine (Robert) Nichols, Bill Cibulka (Lisa Guido) and Chuck (Leinaala) Cibulka. Also survived by six grandchildren Joe, Jeff, Matt, Billy, Ruby and Maeve. Visitation at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday, January 17, 2009 at St. Anselm Catholic Church, in state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Donations may be made to St. Anselm Church or Detroit Sokol. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com
CICCIARELLI ARLENE CICCIARELLI Age 80, of Lapeer, formerly of Shelby Twp. Beloved wife of the late Ferrel "Blackie". Dearest mother of Linda (Tom) Good, Gail (Jerome) Wutka, Nicholas (Ramona) Cicciarelli, Renee (Kirt) Pankow and Tina (Reid) Schook. Dear sister of Joyce (Ford) Kirk. Loving grandmother of 13 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. In state Saturday 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Funeral at Immanuel Lutheran Worship Center, 47120 Romeo Plank, Macomb. Visitation Thursday 6-8 p.m. and Friday 1-8 p.m. at Hauss Funeral Home, 47477 Romeo Plank, Macomb.
CICCO MARIA CICCO DiAge 80. January 14, 2009. Loving wife of Francesco. Dear mother of Antoinette (Toni), Orlando (Fred). Cherished grandmother of Tony (Sheri), Frank (Meghann), Michael (Abbey) and Freddy (Allison Frontczak). Visitation 5-9 p.m. Thursday and 2-9 p.m. Friday at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods. Rosary 7 p.m. Friday. In state at St. Joan of Arc Church, 21620 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores from 9:30 a.m. Saturday until Mass at 10:00 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. She will be greatly missed!
CICCO MARIANNA CICCO Died December 29, 2008. Age 95. Beloved wife of the late Cesare. Loving mother of Anna (the late Salvatore) Brasile, Joe (Nancy) and the late Antonio (Nancy) and Raffaele. Proud grandmother of 16, 28 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Josephine (the late Guy) Avolio and Adeline (the late Johnny) DeSantis. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m. In state Friday 9 a.m. until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Martin DePorres Catholic Church, 31555 Hoover (N. of 13 Mile Rd.) Entombment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Twp. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com
CIESIELSKI HELEN ROSE CIESIELSKI HELEN CIESIELSKI January 8, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Ernest. Dearest mother Nicolette Jakubowicz, Karen Bochenek (Frederick), Nancy Soter (Joseph), and Marcia Stevens (Greg). Grandmother of Kevin (Donna), Jeffrey (Debbie), Lisa (Robert), Laura (Christopher), Joseph, Alan (Alyse), David, Beth, and Julie. Leaves five great-grandchildren. Sister of Phyllis Wolons, the late Adam and Henry. Sister-in-law of Helen and the late Anne. Visitation Monday 10 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas. Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig. Scripture Service Sunday 7 p.m. Visitation Sunday 1-8 p.m. at the Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren (313-271-2500).
CIESZKOWSKI EDMUND N CIESZKOWSKI EDMUND CIESZKOWSKI January 23, 2009. Beloved husband of Margaret M. Dear father of John H. (Colleen), Kathleen A. (Richard) Kline, Karen M. (Richard) Matles, James E. (Kathryn), Kevin E. (Jean), and Tina M. (Gary) Daykin. Brother of Ziggy. Also survived by 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 8809 Wayne Rd. (at Joy Rd.), Sunday 1-8 p.m. Rosary at 4 p.m. In state Monday 9 a.m. at the Church of the Divine Savior, 39375 Joy Rd. (W. of Newburgh Rd.) until 10 a.m. Mass. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com.
CIVAN CATHERINE MARIE CIVAN CATHERINE CIVAN Age 86 of Southfield, died December 29, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Jim. Dear sister of the late Jerome Herbert Techlow and sister-in-law of the late Mary Cerneant and the late Helen Master. Marie was employed by J.L. Hudson downtown store for 29 years. Visitation Monday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at Church of the Transfiguration in Southfield (25225 Code Rd., North off 10 Mile between Lahser and Telegraph). Entombment at Grandlawn Cemetery. On-line condolences & directions at: www.haleyfuneraldirectors.com
CLARK CHARLES FREDERICK CLARK CHARLES CLARK of Lansing, born July 11, 1910, the son of Paul and Freda Clark died January 4, 2009, at the age of 98. Charles earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Iowa State in 1936. He later served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII as a Mechanical Engineer. He loved playing golf, feather bowling, and especially curling. He was a member of the Detroit Curling Club for over 50 years. He had many friends and experiences from this association. Charles was also a lifetime member of the VFW Post #1146 located in St. Clair Shores. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Charles is preceded in death by his wife, Margaret, who was the love of his life; and sister, Mildred Peterson. He is survived by daughter, Nancy Anderson; son, James Clark; nieces, Marlene, Beverly, and Barbara; grandchildren, Andrew, Brandi, Mitchell, Scott, Matthew, Julie; and several great-grandchildren. Fulfilling Charles wishes, a private memorial service is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Detroit Curling Club, 1615 E. Lewiston, Ferndale, MI 48220; Ingham County Medical Care Facility, 3860 Dobie Rd., Okemos, MI 48864; or Hospice of Lansing, 400 MAC Ave., Detroit, MI 48201 in memory of Charles Frederick Clark.
CLARK GRACIE MAE CLARK GRACIE CLARK January 3, 1919 - January 11, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Albert Clark, Sr. Dearest mother of Magnolia Williams, William (Janice) Clark of New Mexico, Marilyn (John) Simmons of Oklahoma, Clarence Clark of Florida, Darlene Berry and the late Albert Jr., Benjamin and David Clark. Also survived by three daughters-in-law, Jacqueline Clark of Arizona, Juanita Clark and LaViolet Clark; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation at Barksdale Funeral Home, 1120 E. State Fair, Detroit, Friday, January 16, 2009 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday, January 17, 2009, Family Hour 10:30 a.m., Funeral 11 a.m. at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 13651 Dequindre St., Detroit MI 48212.
CLARK ISABEL LUCINDA CLARK ISABEL CLARK 92 of West Bloomfield. January 24, 2009. Beloved wife of Robert E. for 67 years. Beloved mother of Karen Clark, Nancy (Philip) Krempely, and James (Sandi) Clark. Beloved grandmother of Rene Tatai, Greyson (Yulin) Chen-Landvoy, Tiffany, Lindsay, and Wyatt Krempely, and Shannon and Brian Clark. Beloved great-grandmother of Tristan and Elena Tatai. Memorial Service February 14 at 11 a.m. at West Bloomfield United Methodist Church, 4106 Walnut Lake Rd. (W. of Orchard Lake). Arrangements by the Pixley Funeral Home Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel, Keego Harbor. Memorials to the Alzheimer's Association.
CLARK LAURA MAI CLARK LAURA CLARK January 5, 2009, Age 85 of Bloomfield Hills. Longtime teacher for Detroit Public Schools. Wife of the late Arthur E. Dear mother of Janice Korstange (Jason), Marjorie Duncan, Jennifer Condreay (Dennis) and Laura Geist (Gordy). Grandmother of Lindsay Korstange, Emily Decker (Kevin), Bradley Duncan, Clark Condreay, Davis Condreay, Geoffrey Geist and Gretchen Geist. Sister of Robert T. Winston, Jr. (Regina) and the late Marvin Winston. Memorial service Saturday 10:30a.m. at Highland Park Baptist Church, 28600 Lahser Rd., Southfield. Visitation begins at church 10a.m. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial tributes to Youth for Christ Detroit, P.O. Box 40801, Detroit, MI 48240 A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
CLARK ROBERT D CLARK JR ROBERT CLARK JR age 63; January 19, 2009. Survived by his loving wife of 43 years Sandy Clark; dear father of Laura Jean (Paul) Baugher, Scott (Becky) Clark, Ken (Amanda) Clark; beloved brother of Sandy Stevens, Glenna Myers, Jerry (Laura) Clark, and Don Clark; also survived by 12 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild. Mr. Clark was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Betty Clark. Visitation Thursday 5 to 9 p.m., and Friday 2 to 9 p.m., at the Harrington & Temrowski Funeral Home, 8909 Dixie Highway in Clarkston. Funeral Services Saturday 11:30 am at the Funeral Home. Share memories at HarringtonFuneralHomeClarkston.com
CLARK RYAN M CLARK RYAN CLARK January 17, 2009, age 18. Beloved son of Rory and Karen Clark. Dearest brother of Brittany Clark. Loving grandson of Dee (the late Richard) Clark and Veronica (the late Milton, Sr.) Harrigan. Also survived by family and friends. Memorial visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Memorial service Saturday 11:00 a.m. at Cross Lutheran Church (Clinton Township), 35851 Utica Rd. Memorials to Gift of Life or your favorite charity appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
CLEM BERNARD A CLEM BERNARD CLEM age 89; of Commerce Twp.; January 3, 2009. Survived by his loving wife, Lillian; many loving family members and dear friends. Services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to a charity of choice. For further information please contact Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors at 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
CLEVELAND DOROTHEA CLEVELAND DOT CLEVELAND DOTTY CLEVELAND DOROTHEA 75, Camano Island, Washington. Born January 17, 1933, passed January 12, 2009. Born in Detroit, MI to Milan and Dorothea Dabich. The youngest of five children, Wally, Molly, Mike and Mary, all deceased. Married in 1956 to Richard Cleveland (deceased). Dot moved to New York City, where she worked in paper and publishing. She later moved to Orlando, Florida with long-time mate George Stott (deceased). Dot retired to Camano Island, her favorite place of all, where she loved to play bridge, hit garage sales, and be with her grandchildren. Dot will be missed by her daughter, Stephanie Hansen and son-in-law, Chris Hansen; and grandchildren Trevor and Naja. Dot is also survived by nieces and nephews, Pat Fortney, Steff Holstein, Shelley Sollars, Milan Majarov and numerous grand-nieces and nephews. No immediate service will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Dot's name to the American Heart Association. http://amha.convio.net/goto/Dot.Cleveland
CLINCH ELEANOR CLINCH Died peacefully January 22, 2009 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of John P.; dearest mother of John B., Eileen (Bret) Bertollini, and James (Monica); cherished grandmother of Katelyn, Kenneth, and Conner; and sister of Eileen (Harvey) Dean. Visitation Sunday 11 a.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. in Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home, 32814 Utica Rd., Fraser. Share memories at www.faulmannwalsh.com
CLINE BARNEY CLINE age 67; of Commerce Twp.; died January 11, 2009. Beloved husband of 43 years to Linda; loving father of Michael (Angie), Cheryl (John) Nickerson, Donnie, Renee (Brian) Ferch and Mark; dear grandfather of John, Amanda, Timmy, Megan and David; brother of Thelma Senger, Jeneanne (William) Hyatt, Gregory Lynn Cline and the late Jerry (Doris); also survived by numerous nieces; nephews; extended family; and loving friends. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 340 N. Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake (3 blks. south of Maple Rd.) Friday, 1 p.m. Friends may visit Wednesday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Thursday, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Memorials to American Kidney Foundation appreciated. www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com
CLINTON FRANCIS A CLINTON FRANCIS CLINTON CLINT CLINTON Age 85, January 15, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Jane. Loving father of Deborah (Robert) Harden and the late Tracy. Father-in-law of Sheryl. Dearest grandfather of Tracy, Chris, Matt, Bill and Katie. Step grandfather of Rachel and Erin. Great grandfather of two. Visitation Sunday 1-6 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia, with Funeral Service Monday 1 p.m.
COBB WILLIAM C COBB WILLIAM COBB of Clarkston; January 11, 2009; at 92 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Mae Cobb; dear father of Robert (Cheryl) Cobb, Jerry (Susan) Cobb, Betty (Paula) Cobb, Janet Kelley and Mary Jo (Larry) Bond; grandfather of Debbie (Jason) Phipps, Mike Kelley and Sarah Bond. Bill was a member of the Clarkston United Methodist Church and served as the Independence Twp. Assesor and Building Inspector. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force in W.W. II having served as a B24 pilot in India. Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 16, 2009 at Coats Village Funeral Home, Sherman-Wilk Chapel, 135 South St., Ortonville. Family will receive friends on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Clarkston United Methodist Church or the Salvation Army. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.
COCKFIELD RICKY J COCKFIELD RICKY COCKFIELD Age 54, December 30, 2008. Dearest father of Chris, Scott Cockfield, Andrea (Jeffrey) Noble, Brian (Rachel), Daniel, Shannon and Nicholas Cockfield. Loving grandfather of Makayla, Trevor and Olivyia Cockfield, Hunter, Kylie and Ryland Noble, Emma Hoffman and Nathan Greenawalt. Dear brother of Gail Bongiovi, Gary (Linda), Ron (Diana) Cockfield, beloved brother of Lori (Tom Buchanan) Sanborn. Son of the late Elmer and Dolores. Visit Friday 1 p.m. until time of service 5 p.m. at Generations Funeral & Cremation Services, 29550 Grand River (W. of Middlebelt) Farmington Hills, (248) 426-9200. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to the family.
COFFIN ELEANOR COFFIN ELEANOR RED JACKSON COFFIN ELEANOR JACKSON COFFIN Age 85 of Garden City. Went home to be with the Lord, January 2, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Vern. Loving mother of Larry (Karen) Coffin and Linda (Gary) Allen. Dear grandmother of Amy (Gary), Eric, Jason (Sarah) and Dean (Karen). Also survived by 10 great-grandchildren. Visitation Sunday 1-8 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). Funeral Service Monday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Heartland Hospice. To leave a message of condolence for the family, log on to www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com
COFFING SEBEWAING MARION L COFFING SEBEWAING MARION SEBEWAING MARION COFFING age 87 died Thursday evening, January 23, 2009 at her apartment at Medallion Village following a brief illness. She was born May 13, 1921 in Grand Junction, Iowa, daughter of the late Melvin O. and Naadene (Sweeney) Howard. She was united in marriage to William T. Coffing on April 1, 1944 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He preceded her in death on March 28, 2002. They had lived in Marion until moving to Sebewaing in 1998. She had been a registered nurse serving in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps during World War II. Marion also was a nurse later in Pontiac and Cadillac. She was a former member of the Marion United Methodist Church where she had been very active. She was an avid reader enjoyed sewing, had been involved in the Girls Scouts, PTA and many church activities. Surviving are three daughters, one son and spouses Marilyn (Robert) Pomeroy, Clarkston, Cheryl (James) Joyner, Kennett Square, PA, Janet Coffing, Sault Ste. Marie, William T. (Susan) Coffing Jr., Newark, DE; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; also one brother, Dirck (Joyce) Howard, Lansing, IL; aunt, Theodosia Graham, Carroll, IA; several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service will take place later at White Chapel in Troy. Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing.
COHEN JEANNETTE COHEN Beloved wife of the late Louis E. Cohen. Dear mother of Harriet Stone and Sue (Gerald) Hoffman. Loving grandmother of Debra Rubin, David (Flavia) Stone, Dana (David) Greenhut, and Michael Hoffman. Proud great-grandmother of Yaniv, Gali, and Lior Rubin, Andrew and Alyssa Greenhut, and Ariel Stone. Cherished sister of the late Dorothy Green and the late Lois Cohen. SERVICES 10 A.M. SUNDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
COHN SIDNEY COHN Beloved husband of the late Beverly Cohn. Dear father of Gail (William) Palmer, Lynne Rae Lowe, Wendy Cohn, John (Franny) Cohn and the late Janice Morganroth; 13 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren. Brother of Henry Cohn. SERVICES 1:30 SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com
COLE CHRISTOPHER A COLE CHRISTOPHER COLE Age 46. January 15, 2009. Beloved father of Brandon and Phaelyn. Dear grandfather of Makaila. Brother of Michael, Patricia, Suzanne, Darin, Robert, Holly, and Clayton. Step-son of Sharon. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Friday 11 a.m. until time of Service 12 p.m. at Grace Community Church, 21001 Moross, Detroit. Memorial contributions to the family appreciated. ahpeters.com
COLEMAN HENRIETTA COLEMAN Age 94. Beloved wife of the late Julian. Loving Mother of Carol Gray and James. Also survived by five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral service Monday 11 a.m. in the Resurrection Chapel of Roseland Park Cemetery, Corner of 12 Mile & Woodward. For Info call Wessels & Wilk 248-543-0100 www.wesselsandwilk.com
COLEMAN HOWARD LEE COLEMAN HOWARD COLEMAN Age 64 of Pontiac, Michigan a former resident of New Haven, died January 15, 2009. Mr. Coleman served his country in the Vietnam War and received a Bronze Star. He retired from Ford Motor Co. in 1998 after 25 years of employment. He is survived by one daughter Katrina Hall; six sisters Shirley Barnes, Clara Sanders, Dorothy (O.V.) Sykes, Jewell (Johnnie) Siedge, Donna Brown, Mossie (Michael) Nortz; three brothers Melvin Barnes, Marvin Barnes and Samuel Coleman. Visitation will be held Friday, January 23, 2009 from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. at United Memorial Funeral Home, 75 Dickinson St., Mt. Clemens, MI 48043. A family hour will be held Saturday, January 24, 2009 from 12 noon until 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service will start at 1 p.m. Rev. John Mack officiating Minister. Burial at Centennial Cemetery in New Haven, MI.
COLES RICHARD E COLES RICHARD COLES Age 72, January 6, 2009. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Sikora). Loving father of Cynthia (Paul) Parker, Gregory, Kevin (Mary) and the late Mark. Proud grandfather of Morgan, Chad, Bianca, Kane and Sydney. Richard was a member of the American Polish Century Club. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with 7:30 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday, in state 8:00 a.m. at St. Ephrem Church, 38900 Dodge Park at 17 Mile until time of Mass at 9:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
COLLINS BOBBIE JEAN COLLINS BOBBIE COLLINS Age 73. January 4, 2009. Beloved wife of Eli. Dearest mother of Merrill (Marlene), Deborah Kay (John) Osborne, Tony, Shannon (Scott) Mullins, and the late Mary Evelyn. Loving grandmother of 14 and great-grandmother of 14. Dear sister of Martin (Ann) Collier, Cleve (Kay) Collier, and Thomas J. Collier. Funeral Service 11:00 am. Wednesday at McCabe Funeral Home, 851 Canton Center Rd, Canton. Visitation Monday 6-9 pm and Tuesday 1-9 pm. Interment Knollwood Memorial Park. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
COLLINS ELWOOD REED COLLINS DVM ELWOOD COLLINS DVM WOODY COLLINS DVM Died peacefully, Thursday, January 8, 2009 at home surrounded by family and friends. Woody was born March 13, 1919 to Charles Collins and Grace MacTaggart in Farmington, MI. The family then moved to Hadley, MI and in 1926 to the family farm in Bad Axe, MI. Woody was particularly a man of family; a brother, husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. His next passion was his true calling as a companion animal veterinarian and to the profession and the colleges teaching that science. Woody served from 1942-1946 as a 2nd Lieutenant, U.S. Army, in the South Pacific Theatre (and after was a member and supporter of both the American Legion and the VFW). Upon completing military service, Woody attended the then Michigan State College and was awarded his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1951. He actively practiced for 56 years. In 1962 Woody purchased his first animal hospital, which was followed in 1984 by another, in 1987 by a third, and in 1990 at age 71, he acquired four more clinics, all seven of which continue to operate. Elwood and Linda Rae Nelson were married in May 1959 in Detroit. Their children are Janice Collins, DVM of Plymouth, Leslie Collins of Garden City, Karen Collins Grady, DVM of Cincinnati (Jeff Grady, DVM); son Charles died 2007. In addition Woody is survived by grandchildren, Alexandra, Spencer, Eleanor of Plymouth and Olivia, Bennett, and Avery of Cincinnati, and sisters Lois Harding of Grosse Pointe and Edith Jochen of Maryland. Dr. Collins was an ardent supporter of his alma mater Michigan State University, from which College of Veterinary Medicine both he and daughter Janice graduated. He also supported the College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University from which daughter Karen and son-in-law Jeff graduated. Woody was given the signal of honor of receiving the Distinguished Alumni Award from MSU in 1981. He was an active member and benefactor of his professional organizations AVMA and MVMA. Woody was known for his love of life-long learning, his eagerness to learn of others, thier ideas and work. He was an avid downhill skier and bird hunter. Most of all Woody will be remembered for his generosity of spirit and mind to family and friends and institutions. Visitation 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 13, 2009 with services to follow at 2 p.m. at Newburg United Methodist Church, 36500 Ann Arbor Trail, Livonia, where Woody and Linda are members. Interment will be in the spring at the family plot in Bad Axe. Memorials may be directed to The National WWII Museum, 945 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130 In Memory of Dr. Elwood Collins or to a charity of one's choice. Local arrangements entrusted to L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, Livonia, 734-522-6200. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com
COLLRIN MARY THERESA COLLRIN MARY COLLRIN Age 54, December 27, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late Paul S. and Mary M. Collrin. Loving sister of Patrick, Janet Cameron, Peggy, Kathy (Mike) McGeary, Annie Burnham, and the late Rita Collrin-Halabi. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews and her loving Noah. The family will gather with friends Saturday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Memorial Mass at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 44800 Warren Rd, Canton. Contributions may be made to the Family Memorial Fund. To leave a message of condolence please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com
COLOMBO ROMAYNE COLOMBO Age 84, of Linden, formerly of Grosse Pointe. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Dear mother of Kathy (Rick) Hittle, Kim (Warren) Cook, and Michael (JoAnn) Colombo. Cherished grandmother of Tricia, Jeff, Tania, Charles, Michael, Joseph, Shaun, and Ryan. Loving great-grandmother of 10. Visitation Friday, January 2, 2009, 2 to 8 p.m., and the funeral service Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 2:30 p.m., both at the KEEHN FUNERAL HOME, Brighton, 810-229-9871. Visitation on Saturday begins at 10:00 a.m. Memorials to the charity of your choice. www.keehnfuneralhome.com
COLUCCI ELIZABETH ANN COLUCCI ELIZABETH COLUCCI ELIZABETH HANNA COLUCCI from Baraga, MI, born on Halloween, 1928, "she lived a life of mischief." She died on January 11, 2009. Beloved wife of Anthony P. Colucci (deceased). Mother of 11 children, 12 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. Redford H.S. class of 1946, MSW, WSU graduate and retired from the State of Michigan. Very active in the community, HD MI Chapter, Senior Alliance. Donations to WSU School of Social Work or HD Michigan Chapter. Special thank you to UM Medical Center and Arbor Hospice. Memorial information: bettycoluccimemorial@yahoo.com
COMPLIMENT REBECCA K COMPLIMENT REBECCA COMPLIMENT Age 63. January 25, 2009. Beloved wife of Henry. Dear sister of Phyllis McLeod, Patricia Hancock & Gerald Turner. Visitation at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, (248-348-1800), Tuesday 2-9 p.m. Scripture service at 7 p.m. Instate at St. Joseph Church, 810 S. Lafayette, South Lyon, Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. until the Funeral Liturgy at 1:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Karmanos Cancer Institute, 4100 John R., Detroit, MI 48201. On line sympathy message at: www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com
CONNOLLY TERRENCE J CONNOLLY TERRENCE CONNOLLY Age 37, was taken from us suddenly January 8, 2009 in Miami, FL. He is survived by loving parernts Terry and Ellie Connolly of Farmington Hillls, brothers Frank (Amy), Christopher (Kelly), four nieces and nephews, many aunts, uncles and cousins, and a multitude of loving friends. Terry loved to travel and was fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. A memorial celebration will be held at Vladimir's, 28125 Grand River, Farmington Hills, MI 48336 on Saturday, January 17, 1 p.m.
CONSER THOMAS DWIGHT CONSER THOMAS CONSER Age 70, January 11, 2009 of Novi. Beloved father of Sherri (Tim) DeOrnellas, Carol (Karen) Conser, Michael Conser and James (Christine) Conser. Grandfather of Holly (George), Robert, Erica (Nate), Todd, Jordan, Catherine, Donovan, Kevin and Christopher. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, MI where services will be held Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Please share a memory of Tom at www.rggrharris.com
CONWELL LILLIAN CONWELL of Waterford; January 19, 2009; age 93. Preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, E.C.; dear mother of Carol Rapaport of Waterford, Coni (Stanley) Smith of White Lake and John (Kathy) Conwell of Clarkston; grandmother of Jack, Stephen and Cheryl Johnson, Melissa Gohrmann, Erek Smith, Kari May, Douglas Conwell, Matthew Russo, Christina Warner and Dana Adaline; great grandmother of 12; great great grandmother of 2; sister of Hazel Pill of Clarkston and Edward (Judy) Griffith of Essexville; sister-in-law of Glynda (Louis) Chires; also survived by several nieces and nephews; and special caregivers Tiffany Jones, Gina Jenkinson and Winnie Mavunga. Funeral Service Thursday 12:30 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Wednesday 6 to 9 p.m. Interment Ottawa Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer s Association. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com
COON MARION IRENE VIECELLI COON MARION VIECELLI COON MARION COON Age 86. January 20, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert Coon and Louis Viecelli. Loving mother of Wayne (Dottie), Loretta (Jeff), Arlen (Kathy) and Dierdre. Dear step-mother of Richard, Dorothy (Ed) and Pete (Mary Jayne). Loving grandmother of five. Funeral Service at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, Friday 11 a.m. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. Please sign the online guestbook at www.rggrharris.com
COOPER GENEVA COOPER of Kalamazoo; formerly of Pontiac; passed away on January 19, 2009, at her home in Comstock, MI. She was born in Ridgeway, South Carolina, on March 29, 1931. She leaves to mourn her husband of 54 years, Tsgt. Paul Cooper USAF retired; four children Jessie Henry, Comstock, MI, Paul S.(Rae Ann) Cooper, Jr., of Laingsburg, MI, Leslie (Ronald) Dewberry, of Kalamazoo, MI, Noyd (Karen) Cooper, of Fremont, California; grandchildren Brandon and Stephen Cooper, Ronald and Aaron Dewberry, Lauren, Jordan and Nathan Cooper; siblings Alice Bouie, Larry Guerrant and Mary Stephens. Service will be held at Saint Stephen Missionary Baptist Church, 69 South Astor, Pontiac, MI, on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 1 p.m. with a 12 noon Family Hour hour, led by Reverend Al Terrell. Interment immediately following at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, MI. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Senior Services of SW Michigan.
COOPER-LeCESNE CONZELLA B COOPER-LeCESNE CONZELLA COOPER-LeCESNE CONZELLA LeCESNE CONZALLA COOPER CONZELLA B COOPER Died on January 7, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She is survived by her husband Terrel LeCesne and five children. Family hour 10 a.m. Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Gesu Catholic Church, 17204 Oak Dr., Detroit, MI. Arrangements are entrusted to the Swanson Funeral Home, Inc.
COPENHAVER GERALD M COPENHAVER GERALD COPENHAVER PAPA COPENHAVER of Waterford; January 4, 2009; at 87 years of age. Loving husband of Norma for 58 years. Dear father of Mark (Janet) Copenhaver, Joel Copenhaver, Scott Copenhaver, Glenn Copenhaver, Bryan Copenhaver and Adam (Dawn) Copenhaver; brother of Marvin (Theresa) Copenhaver; Papa of Erica (Joe) Schnur, Ryan, Chelsea, Noelle, Gordon and Ian Copenhaver; great Papa of Madison, Hailey, Gracie and Olivia. Preceded in death by his parents Frederick and Grace (Hunt) Copenhaver and sisters Gertrude Racine and Thelma Smith. Gerald retired from GM Truck & Bus after 47 years of service. He was a veteran of both the U.S. Army and Navy. Funeral Service Saturday, January 10, 2009, 10 a.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Interment will follow at Perry Mount Park Cemetery, Pontiac. The family will receive friends Thursday 6 to 9 p.m. and Friday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. To send a private condolence go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select guestbook.
CORBIN GUY D CORBIN JR GUY CORBIN JR Age 52, January 3, 2009 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of Cindy. Loving father of Donald and Christyna. Dearest son of Guy Sr. and the late Joanne. Dear brother of Kevin (Carol), Karen (Chris) Pinkney and Sharon Needham. Also survived by uncles, aunts and many nieces, nephew and friends. In state Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (at Goddard) and Wednesday 11:30 a.m. at West Mound United Methodist Church, 22395 Eureka Rd., Taylor until time of Service 12 noon. Interment West Mound Cemetery. Family suggests donations to West Mound United Methodist Church Food Pantry. www.martenson.com
CORNELL MARGARET CORNELL MAGGIE CORNELL MARGARET IVORY CORNELL MAGGIE IVORY CORNELL (nee IVORY) Age 93. January 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Donald O. Cornell. Cherished mother of Kathleen (Ken) Snooks, Christine Cornell and David (Denise) Cornell. Also eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Sister of Mary Courtney. Funeral Mass at St. Regis Church, Lahser at Lincoln, Bloomfield Hills, Thursday 10 a.m. Friends may visit at church beginning at 9:30 a.m. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com
CORRADO GRACE F CORRADO GRACE CORRADO GRACE F SANSONE CORRADO GRACE SANSONE CORRADO (NEE SANSONE) Age 82, January 6, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence J. Corrado. Dear sister of Frank Sansone and Charlotte (Stanley) Kotula. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Malachy Catholic Church (14114 14 Mile Rd. - east of Schoenherr) until Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
CORTRIGHT JOAN M CORTRIGHT JOAN CORTRIGHT Age 64. Clinical supervisor at Wayne State University. Dear mother of Daniel (Linda), and David (Lisa Towell). Grandmother of Ruth and Clara. Sister of Dennis Morrissey. Memorial visitation Saturday 12 noon until time of Service 2 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes (S. of 18 Mile) Share memories at www.mem.com
COSTANZA FANNY R MAZZOLA COSTANZA FANNY MAZZOLA COSTANZA FANNY R COSTANZA FANNY COSTANZA (NEE MAZZOLA) 93, January 30, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Louis. Loving mother of Anna and Ronald. Proud grandmother of Michelle (Michael) Imbrunnone, Christine (Vincenzo) Amato and great-grandmother of Silvana, Salvatore, and Vincenzo. Dear sister of Josephine Mazzola, Jenny Hajduk, and the late Rose Orlando, Domonic Mazzola, and Mary Mazzola. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 4 p.m. at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13˝ Mile), Warren. Funeral Monday, in state at 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Sylvester Catholic Church, 11200 Twelve Mile Road, Warren. ahpeters.com
COTTER JOAN COTTER JOSIE COTTER December 24, 2008. Age 90. Wife of the late Eugene. Sister of Robert Pascoe, Rosemary Barrett (Donald) and the late Jane Barbara Pascoe. Also survived by six nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorials to The Michigan Humane Society, 30300 Telegraph Rd., Ste 220, Bingham Farms, MI 48025. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
COTTER WILLIAM L COTTER WILLIAM COTTER of Waterford. January 24, 2009 age 80. Beloved husband of Joyce. Dear father of Cynthia Cotter, Candace Fisher, Julie Plank, and the late William D. and Kelly Yates. Loving grandfather of eight, great-grandfather of seven. Brother of Jean (Fred) Auch. Mr. Cotter was formerly a police officer in Detroit, following his service as a Marine Corps veteran in WWII. He later owned Cotter Electric Co, and was very an active member of Pine Lake Country Club. Funeral services Thursday, 11:00 am. from the Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home, Pontiac Chapel (248-338-9288). Internment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m., and 6-8 p.m. Memorial reflections may be made to: www.sparksgriffin.com
COUGHLIN MARY J COUGHLIN MARY COUGHLIN Age 87 of Metamora, formerly of Hamtramck. Died January 25, 2009. Loving mother of Richard Coughlin of Metamora. Dear grandmother of Daniel (Angi) Coughlin and Timothy Coughlin. Sister-in-law Irene Szwarc of Metamora. Preceded in death by husband, Leo Coughlin; parents, John and Stella (Trella) Szwarc; brothers, Joseph Szwarc and infant John Szwarc. Daughter-in-law Donna Coughlin. Mary retired as a clerk/stenographer from the Hamtramck Court System. She enjoyed gardening, ceramics, cooking, and baking. Funeral Service 11 a.m. Thursday, January 29, 2009 at Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer. Father Aaron Depeyster officiating. Visitation 5-8 p.m. Tuesday and 1-8 p.m. Wednesday with Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Burial Hunters Creek Cemetery, Lapeer. Memorials for Mass Cards or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, 810-664-8111.
COULES DAVID COULES JIM COULES Age 80, January 11, 2009. Beloved husband of Roseann. Loving father of Marianne Labadie, Michael (Pam), Richard (Marie), JoAnn, Joan (Bob) Gesell, Michelle Bennett, David (Sheri) and Daniel (Julie). Grandfather of 19 and great-grandfather of one. Brother of Marqueritte Diegel and Patricia Waters. Predeceased by his son, Thomas, brothers, William and Michael Joseph, and son-in-law, Michael Bennett. The family will greet friends Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 22412 Overlake Drive, St. Clair Shores, Michigan. Share memories at www.schultzfuneralhome.com
COVAULT ROBERT D COVAULT ROBERT COVAULT Age 83 of Oak Park, died January 21, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Irene (1999). Loving father of Greg (Katie), David (Sherry), and Robert (Jenny). Dear grandfather of Benjamin, Dane, Trevor (Janelle), Kori Beth and Tyler. Proud great grandfather of Caleb. Visitation Thursday 6-9 p.m. and Friday 2-8 p.m. at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 Blks. W. of Woodward), Berkley. Funeral service, Saturday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Veteran's Administration and/or the American Lung Association. Share your memories at: www.sawyerfuller.com
COWEN DORIS D COWEN DORIS COWEN Age 96, died Thursday, January 1, 2009. She was born to Roy and Margaret Meller Baldwin in Lockney, Texas and grew up in Durango and Denver, Colorado. After graduation from the University of Denver, she earned a master's degree in nuclear physics from Harvard University in 1934. She then married Andrew Dempster and lived in Detroit for 39 years until his death. During the latter part of that period, she taught high school math and science in Detroit Public Schools. She was active in the Unitarian Church in Detroit, the Radcliffe Club, and Girl Scouts. In 1974 she married John Cowen and moved to Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, where she was a member of The Village Club. In retirement, they moved to Green Valley, Arizona where she was involved in shuffleboard and P.E.O. Upon John Cowen's death in 2004, she moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan. A totally selfless, energetic mother, she passed on to her children her love of learning, creativity, outdoor activity, and travel, taking her young family on camping trips throughout the United States. Between and after long periods of tireless care-giving in her home to aged family members, she was able to enjoy extensive world travel with each of her husbands. She is survived by 4 children and 3 step-children: Andrew Dempster (Suzanne), Margaret Edwards (Melvin), Carol Dempster, Jill Licata Russell-Cave (Gordon), Nancy Cowen, Robert Cowen (Karen), and Tim Cowen (Signe). She is also survived by seven grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and five step-great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 5 in the Huron Woods Chapel on the St. Joseph Mercy Hospital campus. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Huron Woods, 5361 McAuley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. Please visit Doris' web page at: www.niefuneralhome.com to sign her guestbook or leave a memory.
CRADDOCK ALEXANDER CRADDOCK BABE CRADDOCK Age 89. January 6, 2009. Beloved husband of 66 years of the late Florence. Loving father of Deanna (John) Callewaert, Marilyn (the late Dick) Wagnitz, Daniel (the late Joyce), Timothy (Mary Ann), Marie (Ron) Ralko, Joanne, Martin (Deanna), Elizabeth (Dale) Woodmansee, Virginia and Christopher (Mary Ann). Proud grandfather of 22 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Agnes; four brothers, Marty, Ed, Francis and Norm; and grandson, Alexander Albert. Past Grand Knight 4th Degree of the Knights of Columbus, Bishop Gallagher Council, Royal Oak. Visitation Saturday 3-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. scripture service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Monday 11:30 a.m. until time of Mass 12 noon at St. Mary Catholic Church, Royal Oak. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
CRAVENS NELMA L CRAVENS NELMA CRAVENS January 15, 2009. Age 90. Beloved wife of Forris "Doc". Dear mother of Joanne (Alan) Apfel. Loving grandmother of Jennifer (William) Hamilton. Visitation Sunday 2-6 p.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe, with Funeral Service at 6 p.m. Cremation White Chapel Cemetery.
CREWS GLADYS C CREWS GLADYS CREWS Age 86, January 24, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Janis. Dear mother of Allen (Linda), the late James Jr., and Karen Faye. Grandmother of seven. Great-grandmother of seven. Sister of Mildred, Jack and Gene. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 1 p.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill).
CRIST RICHARD CRIST RICK CRIST Age 56, Saturday, January 17, 2009 in Woodruff, Wisconsin. Rick was married to Judy Crist and together they owned "The Wild Goose Resort, Pub and Grill" in Park Falls, Wisconsin. After serving in the U.S. Navy and reserves, Rick completed his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Technology and successfully launched Laser Centers of America before he retired and became proprietor of "The Goose." He loved golfing, snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, and his new Harley Davidson motorcycle. Rick is survived by many loved ones, family and friends and he will be missed by all who knew him. A Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2009, at 3:30 p.m. at Medina Federated Church in Hudson, MI.
CROFT FRED G CROFT JR FRED CROFT JR January 3, 2009, age 89, of Westland. Beloved husband of the late Vera. Dear father of Fred (Janet), Don (Freda), Ken (Therese), Cindy (Mark), Bill (Jeannie), Bruce (Cyndi), and Robert (Christine). Also survived by sister, Barbara (Bill) Mulligan, 18 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and three great-great- grandchildren. Service Tuesday 11:30 a.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood, Westland. Family will receive friends Monday 1-9 p.m. Please visit and post a note of condolence at www.uhtfh.com.
CULLEN JOANNE CULLEN JAN CULLEN JOANNE ALLEN CULLEN JAN ALLEN CULLEN (nee ALLEN); died November 24, 2008; age 70; at her home in Goodridge, MN. She is survived by her husband, John H. Cullen; 7 children; 12 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 6 foster children; and a great many nieces and nephews; she is also survived by her mother, Elanore (Dolly) Allen of Union Lake, MI; four sisters, Patricia (Leonard) Medel of Bay City, MI, Michelle (Keith) Hartley of Ft. Pierce, FL, Margaret (Deforest) Sanford of Waterford, MI, and Judy (John) Traxler of Colorado Springs, CO; and one sister-in-law, Joanne (Lynd) Allen of Shelby Twp, MI. She was predeceased by her father, Mitchell E. Allen, and her only brother, Lynd R. Allen. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, January 10, 2009, at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church on Hutchins Road in Union Lake, MI.
CUNNINGHAM HAROLD ARTHUR CUNNINGHAM HAROLD CUNNINGHAM Died peacefully at home surrounded by his family January 18, 2009. Age 83. Beloved husband of Jacqueline (nee Lang) for 60 years. Loving father of Roger Martin (Marian), Deborah Ann Palumbo, Kevin Michael (Sheri), Brian Keith, Lisa Marie (Darryl) Hamel, and the late Scott Alan. Proud and loving grandfather of Wendy, Roger (Candy), Christi (Scott), Jay (Amy), Jenny (Tony), Beth (Michael), Erin (Brian), Emily, Heather, Andrew, Bret, and the late Marshall, and great-grandfather of 10. Dear brother of MaryAnn, Edmund (Charlotte), and the late Art (Shirley). Hal was a proud WWII Army veteran, serving in the special forces. He retired from a long career in banking as a vice-president and remained active in the retirees group. His greatest joy however was found in the love he had for his family. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-9 p.m with a 7 p.m. Liturgy Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Friday 8:30 a.m. until time of Mass 9 a.m. at St. Hubert Catholic Church, 38775 Prentiss (S. of Metro Parkway., E. of Jefferson). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book at WujekCalcaterra.com.
CUNNINGHAM NANCY ELLEN LINDERMAN CUNNINGHAM NANCY LINDERMAN CUNNINGHAM NANCY ELLEN CUNNINGHAM NANCY CUNNINGHAM Dear wife of Don. Loving sister of Janice Linderman Katz. Interment took place at Adat Shalom Memorial Park Jan 18, 2009. Memorial Service, Friday 1:00 PM AT HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, (248) 543-1622.
CUNNINGHAM PAULINE A FINA CUNNINGHAM PAULINE CUNNINGHAM PAULINE CUNNINGHAM PAULINE A CUNNINGHAM (NEE FINA) Age 90, of Munroe Falls entered into rest January 13, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Richard L. Cunningham Sr.; loving mother of Richard Jr. (Brenda), John (Mary Alice), Lawrence (Laura) and Thomas (Karen); devoted grandmother of Eric and Katie; dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents John and Agnes (nee Grafenauer) Fina. Born January 25, 1918 in Detroit, MI, graduated from Eastern High School in 1937. She was a longtime member of the Austrian Society of Detroit. Pauline Married Richard Cunningham Sr. on May 30, 1941. She was a longtime member of St. Mary's Catholic Church of Hudson and one of the original members of the Hudson Handicrafters. The family will receive friends SUNDAY, JANUARY 18, FROM 2-6 P.M. AT THE BLESSING FUNERAL HOME, 8592 DARROW ROAD., TWINSBURG, OH (˝ MI. SO. OF I-480/ RT.91 EXIT). Mass of Christian Burial, Monday, January 19, 10:30 a.m., St. Mary's Catholic Church, 340 North Main Street, Hudson 44236. FAMILY AND FRIENDS PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment Crown Hill Cemetery. Visit us on line at blessingfuneralhome.com
CURTIN GLORIA LaVONNE CURTIN GLORIA CURTIN Age 75. January 21, 2009. Beloved wife of John T. Loving mother of Christopher and Mark. Dear sister of Rodell Jensen. Visitation 4-8 pm Thursday at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods with a 7:00 p.m. scripture service. Instate at St. Joan of Arc Church, 21620 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores, 48080, from 9:30 a.m. Friday until Mass at 10:00 a.m. Memorials to the Church appreciated. ahpeters.com
CURTIS RONALD A CURTIS RONALD CURTIS January 6, 2009. Age 71. Survived by wife, Carolyn, five children, eight grandchildren and two nieces. Predeceased by one son. Service April 25 at 1 p.m. New Jerusalem Church, Cement City, MI. Donations to stjude.org
CUSTER GEORGE W CUSTER GEORGE CUSTER 74, suddenly on January 28, 2009. George is the beloved husband of the late Lynne (November 6, 2008); the loving father of Patricia, Judy, Michael (Kelly), Nancy, Connie and Rachel. Dear brother of Sara Downing; and devoted grandfather of six, great grandfather of one. Visitation Friday, January 30th, 4-8 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (between 9-10 Mile Rds., just N. of Grand River) downtown Farmington (248-474-5200) Memorial Service Saturday January 31st 11 a.m. at Nardin Park United Methodist Church, 29887 W. Eleven Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorial contributions will be used to further Rachel Custer's education. heeney-sundquist .com.
CZARNECKI EDWARD F CZARNECKI EDWARD CZARNECKI Age 89. January 22, 2009. Beloved husband of Ann for 60 years. Loving father of Pat (Gary) Grundy, Karen (Walter) Zawadzki, Colleen (Jack) Kinney, Edward (Kelly) Czarnecki and Jim (Holly) Czarnecki. Proud grandfather of 15 and great-grandfather of four. Retired from the the Detroit News in 1983. Mr. Czarnecki survived the sinking of USS WASP in the Battle of Guadalcanal during WWII. He was also a 1987 showcase winner on The Price is Right! Member of American Legion Post #351, VFW Post #4659 and 4th Degree member of St. Lawrence K of C. Visitation Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-8 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Monday 10 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church (Schoenherr Rd. just south of 25 Mile) until Mass at 10:30 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com
CZESKI WANDA CZESKI WANDA NOWAK CZESKI (nee NOWAK), born 22 January 1927, passed away 21 January 2009. Beloved wife of the late Ted; loving mother of Patrick Ted, and Dan Richard (wife, Donna Kutylowski); adoring Baci of Aurelia Bernice. Aunt of the late Bobby Snyder; Phyllis Snyder, Donna (Vincent) Aarons, Charlene Czeski and Patsy Czeski. Loving sister of the late Richard (died at age 3). Sister-in-law of the late Jane and Adolph Snyder, Ziggy (late Grace) Czeski, and the late Chester and Isabel Czeski. Member of Polish Aid Society, Polish American Retirees. Final cremation wishes entrusted to Krot Funeral Home, Hamtramck. Interment Forest Lawn, Detroit. Memorial Mass on Monday, 26 January 2009 at 11 am and donations to Holy Cross PNCC, 2311 Pulaski, Hamtramck, 48212.
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