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BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING 

MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES

January 2009

 LAST NAME "H"

HAAS HAROLD HAAS Beloved husband of Molly Haas. Dear father of Susan Smith, Barbara (Lawrence) Dubb and Marsha (Warren) Kifferstein. Loving grandfather of Jodi and Marney Smith, Emily (Mark) Eaton, Bradley and Brett Kifferstein. Devoted great-grandfather of Marley Eaton. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. SERVICES FRIDAY, 12:30 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE TEMPLE ISRAEL GARDENS OF BETH EL CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

HAAS THERESA HAAS THERES DEBSKI HASS (Nee DEBSKI) January 4, 2009 in Corpus Christi, TX. She was a Warren High School Class of '76 graduate and a MISSIONARY. She was greatly loved.

HAASE DELORIS M HAASE DELORIS HAASE Age 89 of Lapeer, formerly of Royal Oak, went home to be with her Lord, Jesus, on January 13, 2009. She was born April 5, 1919 in Frankfort, IN to William and Kolela Ham. Mrs. Haase attended Grace Episcopal Church in Lapeer and enjoyed singing and dancing. Surviving are her children, John H. (Christine) Anderson of Tempe, AZ and Garnet A. Haase of Lapeer; grandchildren, Mark (Natalie) Anderson, Marlon Anderson, Bill Lewis and Judy Lewis; brother-in-law, Fredrick (Alyce) Haase of Caro and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William W. Haase, in 1981 and by her son, William F. Haase, in 1976. Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. at the Kinsey-Garrett Funeral Home, 420 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak. Service 11 a.m. Saturday at Grace Episcopal Church, 221 N. Monroe, Lapeer, MI, 48446. Interment, Ottawa Hills Memorial Park Cemetery, Toledo, OH. Memorials suggested to the church. www.kinsey-garrett.com

HADDON EVELYN JEAN HADDON EVELYN HADDON lifelong resident of Waterford; January 16, 2009; at 85 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Winslow Haddon; dear mother of Daniel Haddon and Dave (Kathleen) Haddon; grandmother of Michael, Eric and Justin; great grandmother of five; sister of Hazel Fox, Lorna Beauchamp and Gerald Parks. Evelyn was a member of Marimont Community Church and their former organist and piano player. She enjoyed traveling and also teaching piano and organ to numerous students thru the years. Funeral Service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at Coats Funeral Home, Waterford. Pastor Michael Elliott officiating. Interment will follow at Ottawa Park Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Monday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.

HAGAN ELSIE I HAGAN ELSIE HAGAN Age 91, December 30, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth. Loving mother of Donna Jean (Fred) Gareau, Diana Marie Gallmore and the late Kenneth R. Devoted grandmother of seven, great-grandmother of seven, and great-great-grandmother of five. Dear sister of Fred (Wilma) Gallandt. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. Service 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com

HAHN CAROLYN MARIE HAHN CAROLYN HAHN CAROLYN DOSCH HAHN CAROLYN MARIE DOSCH HAHN age 83, died Tuesday, January 20, 2009, in Dearborn, peacefully surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Donald for 63 years, loving mother of Larry (Becky) and Kathy Beach (Mike); dear grandmother of Jennifer Mellen (Daniel), Jeffrey (Jamie), Kristen DeMarce (Derek), Ashley Beach; loving great grandmother to Cheyanne, Dakota, Zachary, Mackenzie, and Chloe. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 24 at 12:00 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel, 4180 Monroe Boulevard, Dearborn Hts., MI 48125.

HAIST KYLE ROGER HAIST KYLE HAIST age 20; of Lake Orion; January 13, 2009. Loving son of Sharon (Richard) Bieser and Dean (Daryn) Haist; brother of Mike and Robby; grandson of Beverly Thoel and Randy Olmack, Roger and Vicky Haist, John and Elaine Thoel, and Gerry and Theresa Bieser; great grandson of Edward and Mary Urbonovic and Howard Haist; cherished fianc e of Lindsay Halliday; son-in-law of Bruce and Connie Halliday; step-sister of Nina; also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Kyle was a 2006 Lake Orion Graduate where he played football and was involved in the music program. He was also a member of the Grand Valley Symphony. Funeral Mass Friday, January 16, 2009, 11 a.m. with an In State of 10:30 a.m. at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 2700 Waldon Rd., Lake Orion. The family will receive friends Thursday, 2 to 9 p.m. at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Suggested memorials to the Kyle Haist Fund for a future scholarship in Kyle s memory, or Hospice of Michigan. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

HAKIM PHILIP G HAKIM PHILIP HAKIM December 31, 2008. Beloved husband of Marie. Dearest father of Philip (Kim) and Mark (Linda). Loving grandfather of Miranda, Sally, Andrew, and Grace. Dear brother of Mary DorGhali. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Friday, 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. In state Saturday 11:30 a.m. St. Linus Church until time of mass at Noon.

HALLER META B HALLER META HALLER Age 101, January 13, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Ernest. Loving mother of Douglas (Eleanor), Beverly Gruenewald, and the late Larry. Grandmother of 10 and great grandmother of 31. Visitation today, Thursday 3-8 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Instate Fri 9 a.m. until her funeral service at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Eight Mile/ Middlebelt, Farmington

HAMMOND CLARA J HAMMOND CLARA HAMMOND Age 82. January 3, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Earl J. Loving mother of Earl (Darlene) and Mark (the late Connie). Dear grandmother of Amber, Michael, Natalie, Christina and Brian. Great grandmother of Marissa. Visitation at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home, 2640 Monroe (Near W. Outer Dr.) Dearborn, Tuesday 1-9 p.m. and Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Thursday at St. Sebastian Catholic Church. Clara will be instate at 9:30 a.m. until Mass at 10 a.m.

HAMPSON ROBERT HAMPSON Age 91. Date of death January 21, 2009. Husband of "Puff" (Sadie). Wonderful father of Robert Jr. (Paula), Thomas (Anne), Christoper, Jane (Florin Berca) and Nancy. Proud grandfather of Julie, Rob, Betsy, Melissa, Noah, Will, Laura and Win. He is survived by his sister-in-law Eleanor Hampson. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard Burrell and Maude Jaquins Hampson and his brother, Richard. Funeral service will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's name can be made to: The Mayo Clinic Foundation for Medical & Educational Research, Volunteers of America or The Salvation Army. On-Line sympathy message at: www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com

HAND MARIE HAND January 6, 2009. Age 87. Beloved wife of the late Levi. Dearest mother of Joyce (William) Bergman, Janyce (Guy) Verduyn, Tomi (the late Grover) Hunter, Robin (Howard) Carl, and Bridget (Chester) LaDell. Dear grandmother of five, great-grandmother of four. Marie was predeceased by her grandson Andrew. Visitation Saturday 3-9 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township. In state Monday 10 a.m. until the time of Mass 11 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Barbeau, Michigan. Burial at Oaklawn Chapel Gardens in Barbeau. Please share a memory of Marie at www.kaulfuneralhome.com

HANGACH RICHARD HANGACH january 20, 2009. Age 56. Survived by his wife, Patricia; sister Cindy; brother, Vince. Visitation 2-8 p.m. January 22 at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Rd., Redford, MI (313) 937-3670

HANKINS CHERYL L HANKINS CHERYL HANKINS Age 63, January 15, 2009. Dear mother of Jeffrey (Sammy) Swanson, John (Tammy) Swanson and Jeorge (Kara) Swanson. Loving grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of two. Long time companion of Bobby Hankins. Sister of Laura (Ed) Biegan, Mary (Les) Pressel, Patricia McCauslin, John (Anne) McCauslin, Kathy (Butch) Quinn and the late Steve McCauslin. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2:30-9:00 p.m. with a Scripture service Sunday 7:30 p.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre (1 blk. S. of 13 Mile Rd.) Madison Heights. Additional visitation Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. St. Vincent Ferrer Church, Madison Heights. Interment Roseland Park Cemetery. Memorials to Henry Ford Hospice, 11700 E. 10 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48089.

HANLEY GEORGE HANLEY Age 81, died January 5, 2009. Retired as Lt. Col. of the U.S. Army; retired from the City of Detroit. Beloved husband of Marjorie. Father of William(Renee) and John (Paige) Hanley. Dear grandfather of Madeliene, Jack, Palmer, William, Erin and Payton. Brother of Thomas. Memorial Contributions to Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1760 Mt. Elliot, Detroit, MI 48207 or USO World Headquarters, Department W.S. , P.O. Box 96860, Washington, DC 20090-6860.

HANRAHAN JOHN E HANRAHAN age 84; of Rochester Hills; died Thursday, January 22, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Lilias, and his four children, Karen (Frank) Beckman of Rochester Hills, Kathy (Joel) Burgio of Rochester Hills, Colleen (Tedd) Bieganski of Rochester Hills and Kevin (Eileen) Hanrahan of White Lake; proud grandfather of Jonathan Beckman, Victoria Beckman, Kristin Burgio, Aubrey Hanrahan and Quinn Hanrahan; also survived by sister, Annetta VanBlooys of Grand Rapids and brother, Kevin (Barbara) Hanrahan of Grand Rapids. Funeral Service Monday, 11 a.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Drive, Rochester; visitation Sunday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to Crittenton Hospital Foundation, Cardiac Rehabilitation, 1101 W. University, Rochester, MI 48307. Condolences can be made to the family via www.mem.com

HANSEN STANLEY B HANSEN STANLEY HANSEN December 25, 2008 Age 78. of Beverly Hills for 52 years. Received his Bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University and a Master's degree from the University of Michigan. Teacher at Highland Park High School and Highland Park Community College. Beloved husband of Geraldine for 53 years. Dear father of Philip of Waterford, MI and Jeffrey (Teffanie)of Sherman, TX. Grandfather of Douglas and Marina of Sherman, TX. Brother of Robert of Beverly Hills, MI and Alvin (Mary Ann) of Cedarville, MI. Memorial service Saturday January 17th 11a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1669 W. Maple Rd., Birmingham. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial tributes to the charity of donor's choice. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500.

HANSMANN STEFAN HANSMANN January 5, 2009. Age 84. Beloved husband of Antonia. Loving father of Ruth (George) Henry and Isabel (Robert) Cole. Dear grandfather of Nicholas, Christina and Erica Henry, Stephanie and Clayton Cole. Dear brother of Eva Linz. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 49150 Schoenherr Road (North of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. In state Friday 9 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Michael Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes Rd. (South of 18 Mile) Sterling Heights. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

HANSON EUGENE R HANSON EUGENE HANSON Age 73, January 10, 2009. Beloved husband of June. Dear father of Ellen (Kevin) Shaw and Carol Hanson. Grandfather of Owen, Emily and Allison Shaw. Memorial Service at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Thursday 11 a.m. Memorial Visitation Wednesday 4-8 p.m. Memorials appreciated to Hospice of Michigan, 400 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com

HANSON JAMES HANSON JASBO HANSON Age 50, Suddenly, January 14, 2009. Father of Deana and Austin. Son of Robert. Grandfather of Joleana. Brother of Bob Jr. (Debbie) and Debbie (Tom) Discher. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, (248) 348-1800, Thursday 7-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. Funeral service Saturday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Donations in James name can be made to Austin's Educational Fund, 47306 Cider Mill Dr., Novi, MI 48374. On line sympathy messages can be made at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com

HARB GERALD HARB JERRY HARB GERALD J HARB December 30, 2008, of Toronto, formerly of Plymouth, MI. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Alice Harb, brothers George and John Harb. Jerry will be deeply missed by daughters Donna (Barry Ross) Harb, Denise (Eugene) Sutherland, son Douglas (Bernice) Harb, their mother Gail Harb and loving companion Alison Acorn. Loving grandfather of Adrian and Brittany Sutherland. Loving brother of James (Julie), Joseph (Linda) Harb and sister Joanne Cimeot. Jerry was the former owner of Colonial Pizza & Harb's Restaurant in Plymouth. Founder of Chain Restaurant Resolutions in Toronto. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca). Please send condolences to jh844@aol.com

HARMS CHERYL ANN HARMS CHERYL HARMS RED HARMS Age 52, of Roseville, died January 8, 2009. Beloved mother of Timothy (Angie). Loving grandmother of Dakota. Loving daughter of Patricia and the late Charles Harms. Dear sister of Beverly (Robert) Smith, Evelyn (Jeffrey) Touchtone, Charles (Julie), Mary (Ronald Sr.) Stebbeds, William (Traci), Patricia (John) Hoover, and Kelly (Raymond) Ford. Also many nieces, nephews, and her dog "Peanut". Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13˝ Mile), Warren. Service Monday at noon. Burial at White Chapel Cemetery. ahpeters.com

HARRELL BETTY JANE HARRELL BETTY HARRELL BETH O’HEARN HARRELL BETTY JANE O’HEARN HARRELL of Otisville, formerly of Pontiac; age 89; died after a long illness on Friday, January 23, 2009 at her residence. Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2009 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens, Novi, Michigan. Visitation 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday and 11 a.m. Monday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Beloved wife of the late Dan of 63 years; mother of Danny (Deborah) Harrell of Illinois, Dennis (Holly) Harrell of Whitmore Lake, David (Michelle) Harrell of Grand Blanc, Diane (Ken) Sands of Otisville; loving grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of 4; also surviving are the O'Hearn family of Grand Rapids. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Dan and parents, Richard and Gladys O Hearn. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com

HARRELL LILLIAN MARY HARRELL LILLIAN HARRELL LILLIAN COFFEY HARRELL 88; of Thorn Hill, TN; entered eternal life on January 27, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tarrence and Susan (Rucker) Coffey, her husband of 55 years, Elvin L. Harrell, infant daughter, Lela Sue Harrell, sisters, Kathleen Rucker (Coffey), brother, Torrance Avery Coffey. She is survived by her children, daughters, Alice Willett and Susan Shorbe and son, Elbert (Elaine) Harrell; grandsons, Michael (Michelle) Harrell, Craig (Patty) Harrell, James Harrell, John (Denise) Shorbe, Jason (Teresa) Shorbe; and granddaughters, Amy (Rodney) (Willett) Winstead, and Laura (Chris) (Harrell) Dorcey; she has 17 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren; she is also survived by sisters, Juanita Long and Delta Dalton; and brothers, Samuel (Lena Faye) Coffey and William (Mary Lou) Coffey; many nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly including her niece, Kathy Rucker Coffey; and special friend, Jan Fields. Lillian was retired from GM Truck and Coach and lived in Waterford, Michigan where she made many life-long friends. She loved to travel and tend her flowers and various crafting projects. The family would like to thank all of those who cared for her at UT Medical Center and St. Mary s Medical Center with special thanks to William D. Black, M.D. who was her physician for many years and showed her great care and compassion. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, January 28, 2009 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, January 29, 2009 at Coffey Funeral Home in Tazewell. Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m Friday, January 30, 2009, at Coffey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ronnie Manis, Rev. Denver Davidson and Rev. Dana Dalton officiating. Singers will be the Walk Softly and Family, Jan, Debbie and Patti. Burial will follow in the McGinnis-Harrell Cemetery in Thorn Hill, TN. Pallbearers: Craig Harrell, James Harrell, Clifton Harrell, John Shorbe, Jason Shorbe and Rodney Winstead.

HARRIS ANDREW J HARRIS ANDREW HARRIS Of Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of South Lyon. Age 34. January 3, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Beloved husband of Rebecca. Loving son of Bill, the late Linda (1999) and Pamela. Dear brother of Trisha, Amanda, and the late Matthew (1975). Cherished son-in-law of Alan and Barbara Greenberg. Andrew is also survived by nephews Matthew and Jason and many loving family and friends. Funeral Service Wednesday, January 7, 1 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). Visitation Tuesday 2 until 9 p.m. with a 6 p.m. Rosary. Memorial tributes suggested to Children's Research Fund, U of M C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, 300 E. Liberty, Suite 400, Ann Arbor 48104. heeney-sundquist.com

HARRIS ANTHONY DELMAR HARRIS ANTHONY HARRIS BIG LOC HARRIS age 37; passed away Monday, January 19, 2009 at his residence. Family Hour 10 a.m. Monday, January 26, 2009 from the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 268 N. Perry St., with Funeral Service commencing at 11 a.m. Interment Perry Mount Park Cemetery, 878 N. Perry St. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the funeral home 10 a.m. Monday. Mr. Harris will Lie in State in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, and may be viewed from 12 Noon to 7 p.m. Sunday.

HARRIS VIRGINIA A HARRIS VIRGINIA HARRIS GINNIE HARRIS GINNIE SHERIDAN HARRIS VIRGINIA A SHERIDAN HARRIS VIRGINIA SHERIDAN HARRIS Age 70, died on Tuesday, December 23, 2008 in Naples, Florida at Georgeson House of Avow Hospice.  She was born in Oxford, Michigan on September 23, 1938 and spent her summers at her home in Harbor Springs, Michigan and winters at her home in Naples, Florida. She was an avid golfer and homemaker and a member of Birchwood Farms Golf and Country Club in Harbor Springs and Quail Creek Country Club in Naples. She is survived by her loving husband Eugene "Gene" Harris, her mother Marjorie Windfrey of Damascus, Arkansas and three sons, Jeffrey and his wife Becky Sheridan of Highland, and Todd and Tim Sheridan both of Walled Lake. She was preceded in death by her son Mark Sheridan and brother James Keller. In memory of Ginnie, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 990 1st Ave. South, suite no. 200, Naples, FL 34102 or call 1-800-227-2345. For further information contact Lynch & Sons, Milford, 248-684-6645.

HARRISON AARON R HARRISON AARON HARRISON Age 69. January 24, 2009. Beloved husband of Margo. Loving father of Patrick, Aaron, and Jason. Devoted grandfather of Lily. Dear brother of Gus. Visitation Wednesday from 2:30-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

HART MARY K McNALLY HART MARY McNALLY HART MARY HART MARY K HART Of Burton, age 69, died Thursday, January 8, 2009 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12 noon Saturday, January 10, 2009 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 1227 East Bristol Road in Burton, Father Tim MacDonald officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Friday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Rosary will be prayed at 6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Mrs. Hart will be at the church from 11 a.m. Saturday until the time of the Mass.

HARTMAN RICHARD L HARTMAN RICHARD HARTMAN Beloved husband of Nancy Hartman. Dear father of Jeffrey (Adi) Hartman, Michael (Andrea) Hartman. Loving grandfather of Jacob, Alexandra and Emily Hartman. Devoted brother of Jay Hartman, Shirley Gruber and Jane Blumberg. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. SERVICES TODAY, 1:00PM AT THE CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY CHAPEL IN BIRMINGHAM. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL (248) 406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

HARVEY THOMAS C HARVEY THOMAS HARVEY January 8, 2009. Age 51. Retired Detroit Police Officer and currently Grosse Pointe Police Dispatcher. Loving son of Marilyn and the late Robert L. Dearest brother of the late Robert A. (Judy). Also survived by two aunts, Lee and Helen as well as many loving nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation Monday 1-9 p.m. with Scripture Service 7:30 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack, Grosse Pointe Park. In state Tuesday 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at St. Clare of Montefalco, 1401 Whittier (at Mack), Grosse Pointe Park. Memorials to charity of choice appreciated.

HAUSWIRTH GERTRUDE A HAUSWIRTH GERTRUDE HAUSWIRTH Age 82, died January 26, 2009 at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. She was a resident of Royal Oak since 1955 and a devoted parishoner at Guardian Angels Churc.h Gertrude was the beloved wife since June 7, 1947 to the late Alloys J. Hauswirth who died in December 2004. Loving mother of Lawrence (Geraldine), Aloys Jr. (Peggy) and Deborah (Earl) Garner. Cherished grandma to Kevin, Stacie (Brian) Houghton, Erica, Brandon, and Meghan. Sister of Bernice Bilski. Also survived by her loving nieces, nephews and her favorite dog, Brea. Preceded in death by her parents George and Francis Schneedecker; her five siblings. Visitation Wednesday 3-8 p.m. at Gramer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main St. (Livernois. N of 14) Clawson. Funeral Service Thursday, in state 10:00 a.m., Mass 10:30 a.m. at Guardian Angels Catholic Church. Burial White Chapel Cemetery. Memorials to Guardian Angels Catholic Church or the Michigan Humane Society. Online condolences can be sent to www.gramerfuneralhome.com

HAWTHORNE JAMES HAWTHORNE SR Age 61. Husband of the late Jennifer. Dear son of Lillian and the late John William Harold. Beloved father of Lori, Jon and James, Jr. Loving grandfather of 4. Dear brother of Joyce & David. Visiting Saturday 12 Noon unitl 1 pm Funeral Services at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (Btw 6-7 Mile).

HAYHURST JAMES HAYHURST FRANK HAYHURST Age 71, of Warren, died January 1, 2009. He was born May 16, 1938 in Fairmont, West Virginia to Karl and Helen Hayhurst. Mr. Hayhurst was a long time member of the Salvation Army, Warren Corps. Surviving are his wife, Shirley (Barbe); children, Karl (Beverly) Hayhurst of Shelby Twp., Terry (Chuck) Doehring of Warren, Jimmy Hayhurst of Roseville, Pattee (Dwain May) Hayhurst of Warren and Frank "Chip" Hayhurst of Warren; two brothers; three sisters and eight grandchildren. His first wife, Florence, died in 1970. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. at the Kinsey-Garrett Funeral Home, 420 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak. Service Monday 11 a.m. at the Salvation Army, Warren Corps, 24140 Mound Rd (at Stephens) Warren, 48091. Burial, Cadillac Memorial Gardens. Memorials suggested to the Warren Salvation Army. www.kinsey-garrett.com.

HEATH JAMES A HEATH JAMES HEATH Age 83 of Jensen Beach, Florida; formerly of Bloomfield Hills, passed away December 26, 2008 in Florida, with family at his side. Beloved husband of Thelma, dear father of sons Craig (Julie), Jeffrey (Holly), and daughter Leslie (Peter) Travis. Dearest brother of Janet Kosty and the late Rev. Father David Heath, CSB. Proud grandfather of Scott, Todd and Allison Heath; and Julia and Andrew Travis. A memorial service to be held Sunday, February 1, 2:00 p.m. at New Hope Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 57885 Grand River Ave, New Hudson, MI 248-474-9108. Memorials appreciated to Treasure Coast Hospice of Stuart, Florida. http://www.tchospices.org/donations.php

HEBDA JULIA M HEBDA JULIA HEBDA January 8, 2009, age 89. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Loving mother of Robert (Theresa). Dearest grandmother of Jonathon and Lisa. Dear sister of the late Stanley Cichostemski and Bernice Talko. Dear aunt of Lorraine and Bill Odgers. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will receive friends Friday 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 Warren Ave. (3 blocks east of Beech Daly) Dearborn Heights. In state Saturday 11 a.m. at St. Cunegunda Church, 5900 St. Lawrence (north of McGraw/ east of Lonyo) until Mass of Resurrection at 11:30 a.m.

HECHT ALBERT HECHT ROY HECHT of White Lake, December 31, 2008, age 36, born June 26, 1972 in Pontiac, Michigan. Son of Phyllis Hecht and the late Albert Dale Hecht; brother of Tammy Jo Hecht (John); uncle of Daniel Albert Hecht, Katlyn Marie Hecht, Kyle Andrew Brooks and Jacob Adam Brooks. Roy enjoyed hunting, ice fishing, NASCAR, football and especially spending time with his friends. A Celebration of Roy's Life will be held Monday, January 5, 2009, 11 a.m. at Donelson, Johns and Evans Funeral Home, Pastor Tigg Vanaman officiating. Interment at Mt. Avon Cemetery, Rochester. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday 7-9 and Sunday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Great Lakes Baptist Church, 16222 Falk Rd., Holly, MI 48442. Envelopes available at funeral home. Celebration of Life website and online condolence: http://web.me.com/djefh/alberthecht

HEFFERON SHIRLEY ANN HEFFERON SHIRLEY ANN UNGER HERRERON SHIRLEY HEFFERON SHIRLEY UNGER HERRERON (nee Unger) Age 83, of Noblesville, IN passed away Friday, January 9, 2009 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born June 3, 1925 in Detroit, MI to Austin Victor and Helen (Arnell) Unger. Shirley was a homemaker and a member of St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church in Westfield, IN. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Hefferon; son, Mike (Teri) Hefferon of St. Charles, MO; daughters, Christine (Larry) Person of Carleton, Michigan, and Terry (Allen) Smith of Noblesville; four grandchildren, Kelly (Jason) Capps, Brad Hefferon, Sara Smith, and Traci Smith; sister, Mary Frances Cumming, of MI; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 17102 Springmill Road, Westfield, on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Kevin Haines officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5635 W. 96th St, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46278 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Randall and Roberts Funeral Home in Noblesville will be handling the arrangements.

HEIDRICH MILDRED IRENE HEIDRICH MILDRED HEIDRICH passed away December 21, 2008, age 86 in Royal Oak. The beloved wife of Lawrence and dearest mother of Janet (Peter), Roy (Pam), Bruce, Gary, Glen and the late James; four grandchildren and one great grandchild survive as well as her Canadian Relatives. "Midge" was born in Stratford, Ontario an only child brought to Detroit. She graduated from Cass Tech. She was a homemaker with many interests: History, Geneology , Antiques and Gem Stones.

HEIN CAROLINE HEIN Age 69 of Romulus. Passed January 10, 2009. Beloved wife of Ronald R. Hein. Dear mother of Gary M. and Larry S. (Tracy) Hein, Caryn R. (Neil) Schultz, Shari L. (Richard) Taylor and Doreen A. (Donald) Ripple. Grandmother of 11. Sister of Jean Gaudi. She was preceded in passing by her parents Edward and Genevieve (Elwartowski) Wroblewski, son Ronald R. Hein II and sister Angeline Weaver. Friends may call at Crane Funeral Home, 36885 Goddard Rd., Romulus, MI (734) 941-9200 on Sunday from 6-9 p.m. and Monday 1-9 p.m. Rosary at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass Tuesday at 11 a.m. at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Romulus. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Memorials to Penrickton Center. www.cranefuneralhome.com

HELLWEGE WALTER FREDRICK HELLWEGE II WALTER HELLWEGE II of Waterford; January 8, 2009; age 66. Loving husband of Betty Hellwege for over 45 years; devoted father of Debi Buchholz and her husband Pastor Jeff Buchholz; dear brother of James Hellwege, Timolee (Ray) Bodenham and the late Richard Hellwege; proud grandfather of Scott, Noah and Edie; also survived by one nephew, one niece and one great-nephew. Mr. Hellwege was retired from Kraus Brick Company and attended Oakland Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Funeral Services will be Monday, January 12, 2009, 1 p.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Officiating Pastor Jeff Buchholz. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday 1 to 6 p.m. Memorials may be made to the family for his grandchildren s education. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

HELTSLEY DOLORES MARIE HELTSLEY DOLORES HELTSLEY age 77; of Oxford; January 5, 2009. Dolores was preceded in death by her daughter, Frances Schalau, and her beloved husband, William Heltsley. She is survived by her loving children, Diane Turnbull (Schalau), Mike (Connie) Schalau and Brian Schalau; seven grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. Funeral Service from Oakwood Restoration Church on Friday, January 9, 2009, at 11 a.m. Friends may visit Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel, Oxford, MI, Thursday, January 8, from 1 to 3 and 5 to 8 p.m. Memorials to the Diabetes and Heart Association appreciated. For further information please visit lynchfuneraldirectors.com

HENDERSHOT CHARLENE HENDERSHOT Age 58. January 16, 2009. Beloved wife of Roger. Loving mother of Raquel (Jeremy) Haviland, Stacey (David) Ahearn, and Stephen. Dearest grandmother of five. Dear sister of Douglas Wioskowski and Mary Alleman. Visitation Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. Rosary Sunday 4 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (1 block N. of 12 Mile, Warren). In state Monday 11:30 a.m. until time of Mass 12 p.m. at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 21201 13 Mile Rd., St. Clair Shores.

HENIG SEYMOUR I HENIG SEYMOUR HENIG SY HENIG Beloved husband of the late Fern Miller Henig. Dear father of David (Bonnie) Henig and Les (Carol) Henig. Loving grandfather of Sara (Bradford) McLouth and four other devoted grandchildren. Also survived by four great-grandchildren and many other loving family members and friends. Services were held in Maryland. Local arrangements by The Dorfman Chapel (248) 406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

HENSON LYNN A HENSON LYNN HENSON December 31, 2008. Age 60. Dear mother of Joseph Henson, James (Jill) Henson and Lori (Jared) Smithberger. Dear sister of Mark Morrow. Dear grandmother of Joshua, Jayden, Connor and Carson. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (at NW corner of Ryan). Funeral Monday 11 a.m. at funeral home.

HENTNIK HENRY HENTNIK a k.a. Santa Claus HENTNIK January 24, 2009. Loving husband of the late Josephine L. and the late Elvera Polidori. Dear father of Myra A. (Richard) Kieller, Joseph M. (Sharon), Nancy L. (Jerome) Samkowiak and Henry J. (Mary). Also survived by two sisters, 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. from the Chapel of L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Road (at Ann Arbor Trail). Family will receive visitors Tuesday 5-9 and Wednesday 12-9 p.m. Rosary Wednesday at 7 p.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at: griffinfuneralhome.com HENTNIK HENRY a

HERBISON AUDREY COOMBE HERBISON AUDREY HERBISON age 79, January 7, 2009. Loving mother of Donna Calhoun, Cheryl (Ralph) Erickson, Marilyn Herbison and Kim (Kim) Korzeniewski. Dear grandmother of nine. Sister of Dorothy Reeser, Ursula Panula and Marie Dunstan. She was preceded in death by her husband Howard. A memorial service will be held on Monday, January 12, 2009, at 1 p.m. (visitation at 12:30 p.m.) at Henry Ford Village Chapel, 15101 Ford Rd., Dearborn 48126. The family suggests donations to the Alzheimer's Association or the Copper Range Historical Museum in South Range, MI. Please sign Audrey's online guestbook at www.cremationmichigan.com.

HERBSTER BLANCHE E HERBSTER RN BLANCHE HERBSTER RN "Forever 39". Wife of the late William. Wonderful mom of William (Linda), Dina DeWeese (Ron), Joline Clark (Gregory) and Daria Burcar (Jim). Fabulous grandma to Sarah, Erica, Ryan, Suzy, Jeremy, Jenna, Michael, and Katelyn. Great grandma to be to Baby Surman and Baby Durkee. Vivacious member of the Red Hat Society. Family will receive friends Thursday 2-8 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church, 4571 John R, Troy. Visitation at church begins at 9 a.m. Rosary Thursday 7 p.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial Tributes to The Felician Sisters, 37800 Schoolcraft, Livonia, MI 48150 or Leader Dogs for the Blind, Memorial Department, PO Box 5000, Rochester, MI 48308. Her loving heart is finally at rest. She is in Heaven looking for new Scrabble and Euchre partners. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

HERNANDEZ JESSE HERNANDEZ age 84; of Waterford; died Thursday, January 22, 2009 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac. Mr. Hernandez was born December 20, 1924 in Shiller Park, Illinois. He was a past member of the Eagles. Jesse worked Skilled Trades at Flint Truck Assembly for 36 years retiring in 1983. He was a member of U.A.W. Local 598 and served as a Committee Man. After retiring Jesse and Elvira moved to Texas returning to Michigan in 2007. Surviving to cherish his memory are his wife Elvira of 66 years; children, Rita (Dale) Bentley, Irene (Tim) Long, David (Karin) Hernandez, Robert Hernandez, Celia (Michael) Cagle; grandchildren, Lisa (Rodney), Rachel (Aaron), Michelle (Matt), Jessica (Dan), Anthony (Stacy), Mike (Mandy), Alicia (Jason), Deborah and Joseph; 16 great grandchildren; brother, Peter Hernandez; sister, Delores Gurrola; many nieces and nephews. Mr. Hernandez was preceded in death by his parents, sons, Jesse and Joseph Hernandez, daughter, Carmen Hernandez, brothers, Joe, Paul and Leo, sisters, Margaret, Carmen, Ida, Mary and Josephine. Friends may visit the family from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday and 1 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hill Funeral Home. A Rosary will be prayed 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Mr. Hernandez will Lie in State at church from 10 a.m. Tuesday until time of service. The Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd. in Flint. Fr. Tim Nelson will officiate. Burial will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family or American Cancer Society. Our dad was a hero to us. He saved our lives on June 8, 1953 when he saw the tornado coming and got us to safety. He will be deeply missed by his wife and all who loved him. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Lourdes Nursing Home in Waterford, MI. Leave a memory for the family at www.mem.com

HERNANDEZ NICASIO HERNANDEZ December 14, 1928-January 25, 2009. Passed away peacefully at 80 years. Husband of Serafina, father of Omar (Lena), Cecilia (Dino), Susi (Ignacio), grandfather of Jessica, Michael, Gabriel & Lucas. McCabe Funeral Home, Farmington Hills, 248-553-0120. Viewing Tuesday 2-8 p.m.

HERTZBERG GERTRUDE HERTZBERG Age 89. Loving wife of the late Henry. Dear mother of Ronna (Rob) Resnick and David Allen (Doris Harmon) Hertzberg. Dear grandmother of Vanessa H. Harmon. Graveside services Wednesday 12 p.m. at Adat Shalom Memorial Park. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, (248) 543-1622.

HESSELL KATHERINE M HESSELL KATHERINE HESSELL Age 82, Jan. 1, 2009. Beloved wife of Joseph. Dear mother of Karol (Jimmy Dale) Boozer, Joseph (Cathy), Tracey (Joseph) Bedford and the late Barbara Hopps. Eight granchildren and one predeceased grandchild. Also survived by three great grandchildren, two sisters and one brother. Visitation Friday 3-8 p.m. with 7 p.m. Prayer Service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Funeral Saturday, in-state 9:30 a.m. until Mass 10 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalen, Hazel Park. Share your memories at: www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

HETZEL STEVEN S HETZEL STEVEN HETZEL Age 61, January 18, 2009. Beloved husband of nearly forty years to Young He. Loving father of Julie, Cindy and Jennifer. Proud grandfather of William and Jared. Dear brother of Ernest (Carol) and Barbara Gastmier. Proud U.S. Army Veteran. Visitation Tuesday 4-9 p.m. and Wednesday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Thursday 11:00 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Twp.), 54880 VanDyke at 25 Mile Rd. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com  

HEWELT ELEANOR MILDRED HEWELT ELEANOR HEWELT Age 87. Beloved wife of the late August J. Dear aunt of Brian (Cathy) Lambert, Craig (Nina) Lambert and Donna (Ken) Larson. She was predeceased by brother Donald (Lillian) Lambert and sister Doris (Morrie) Liptzer. Funeral Service Saturday 10 a.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Road, Eastpointe. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. Interment Forest Lawn, Detroit

HICKS GARY M HICKS GARY HICKS Of Novi, formerly from Grand Rapids, died Friday, January 9, 2009. He was preceded in death by wife, Rosemary and survived by children Bob Hicks, Marianne (Tom) Farley, Carolyn (Frank) Rourke, Betty Jane (Dan) Blossfeld, and Nancy (Bill) Cozart. Arrangements pending. Please contact McCabe Funeral Home, Farmington Hills, MI for more information, 248-553-0120.

HIRD JOHN D HIRD JOHN HIRD January 2, 2009. Beloved husband of Marie. Dearest father of Sandra and Bob (Chelina). Loving grandfather of Lamont, Jennifer, Jason, and Justice. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Visitation Monday 2-8 p.m. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. www.mccabefuneralhome.com.

HOCHSTEIN LUCY A HOCHSTEIN LUCY HOCHSTEIN Age 88. Wife of the late Robert. Dear mother of Mary Lou (Frank) Simpson, Thomas (Cheryl), Margaret (Ron) Peters, David (Lillian), Donna, Kathy, John (Judi), Susan, Robert (Julie), and the late Anthony. Grandmother of 35, great-grandmother of many, great-great-grandmother of one. In state Monday 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Loretto (N.E. corner of 6 Mile and Beech Daly).

HOEFT ROBERT K HOEFT ROBERT HOEFT Age 31, of Westland. Dear son of James (Valerie McDonnell) Ritchie and the late Vicky Hoeft. Beloved husband of Becky. Dear father of Kalie, Makenzi, and Robert Jr. Also leaves behind two sisters, Christine (Dan) Hodges, Jamie Hilton, and two brothers, Larry and John McDonnell. Visitation at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., (btwn Cherry Hill and Ford) on Thursday 2:00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be on Friday 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. To share a memory with the family, please visit www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com

HOERL DOROTHY HOERL Age 77, of Dearborn. Died January 5, 2009. Beloved mother of Susan (Steve) Nichols and David (Ann) Hoerl. Four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. Sister of Jean Carter. Funeral Services Thursday 11:00 a.m. at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood, Dearborn. Visitation Wednesday 4-8 p.m. Memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Michigan Humane Society. www.querfeldfh.com

HOFFMAN BARBARA ANN MARIE HOFFMAN BARBARA HOFFMAN of White Lake Township; January 1, 2009; age 54. Loving wife of Gary M. Hoffman for over 35 years; devoted mother of Angeline Mary Ann Greene and Rebecca Ann Marie Bolvari and her husband Devin; dear sister of Edward (Sandy) Wasmund, Robert Wasmund and Tom (Laura) Wasmund; proud grandmother of Keegan, Garan, Dylan and soon to be expected Sawyer. Mrs. Hoffman was the Director of Family Support at Oakland Family Services in Pontiac. Funeral Services will be Sunday, January 4, 2009, 1:30 p.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Officiating Reverend Terry A. Claus. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday 2 to 7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, envelopes available at the funeral home. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

HOFFMANN JACK W A HOFFMANN JACK HOFFMANN WWII and Korean War U.S. Marine Corps captain and golf professional, died January 17, 2009, a few days after his 86th birthday. Jack is survived by his six children, two sisters, and wife. Memorial service is January 30, 2009 at the Los Angeles National Cemetery. For info: 602-741-1700

      HOGAN SYLVESTER M HOGAN SYLVESTER HOGAN BUD SYLVESTER  Age 79 of Fraser. January 22, 2009. Beloved husband of Ellen. Dearest father of James, Robert (Laura), Ann

       (Joseph) Lenard and Thomas (Beth). Loving grandfather of Nicole, Daniel, John, Hannah, Connor and Aidan. Brother-in-law of Louis Caloia. Many nieces and nephews also survive. Visitation

      Sunday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores. In state Monday from 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, 31740

      Cyril Dr., Fraser. Burial with military honors at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Twp. Share a memory at www.kaulfuneralhome.com

HOLDEN GLORIA M HOLDEN GLORIA HOLDEN Age 82, January 24, 2009. Beloved wife of Harry E. Loving mother of Candice LaMar, Deborah (James) Miller, and Jeffrey. Dear sister of Daniel Jeffrey, Louise Martin, Kenneth Jeffrey, Elizabeth Dingman, and the late Herbert Jeffrey, Loretta McArdle, and Dorothy Gehringer. Funeral Services, Wednesday at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph. Visitation, Tuesday 4-8 p.m. www.howepeterson.com

HOLLAND LORETTA M HOLLAND LORETTA HOLLAND Age 77, died January 21, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Terrance. Loving mother of Thomas, William (Patricia), Lawrence (Ginger), Linda (Bob) Rossman, and Marianne Metz. Dear sister of Rosemary Finney. Also leaves six grandchildren. Visitation 5-8 p.m. Saturday and 2-8 p.m. Sunday with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd. (2 Blks. West of Woodward). In state Monday 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Mass at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 581 E. 14 Mile Rd., Clawson (west of Rochester Rd.). Burial Roseland Park. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association. Share a memory at www.sawyerfuller.com  

      HOLLANDER MARTIN E HOLLANDER MARTIN HOLLANDER Age 81. He is survived by his dear wife, Bernice, to whom he was married 59 years. Devoted father of Jay (Jill), David

      (Louisa), Dan (Priscilla) and Mitch (Betsy). Proud grandfather of Brad, Alexa, Rachel, Greg, Clare, Phil, Nicole, Alex, Jack and Isaac. Dear brother of Bea (Jerry) Mandell and Flo (Louis) Bloch.

      Cherished brother-in-law of Rae Mucasey. SERVICES 3:00 P.M. TUESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT BETH EL M

      MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com

 

      HOLLINGDALE MARY LOU HOLLINGDALE MARY HOLLINGDALE January 1, 2009. A former resident of Milford and Highland, passed away on December 27th, at West Hickory

      Haven in Milford Township. She was 87 years old. She leaves her lifelong companion, Herb Hollingdale, sons, David (Rose Marie Willis) Fox of Illinois, Duane (Linda) Fox of West Bloomfield, a

      daughter, Patricia Wright of Missouri, and her beloved grandchildren. Mary was a past Head Custodian for Hartland Middle School and a long time member of the Eastern Stars. Funeral Services

      were held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, on Tuesday, December 30th, 2008, with Rev. James Braid officiating. For further information please phone 248-684-6645.

HOLMAN DAVID C HOLMAN DAVID HOLMAN January 22, 2009. Beloved husband of Patricia M. Loving father of Brad T. (Shannon), Scott L. (Heather Sheeler) and Casey C. Son of Donald and the late Muriel. Also survived by three sisters and seven grandchildren. David was preceded in death by two brothers, one sister and two grandchildren. Funeral Monday, 10 a.m. from the chapel of the L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt (at Ann Arbor Trail). Family will receive visitors Sunday, 6-8 p.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com

HOOD EUGENE FRED HOOD EUGENE HOOD Age 84, January 16, 2009 of Plymouth. A U.S. Navy Veteran of WWll. Beloved husband of Nancy. Loving father of Pam (Jim Anderson) Hood, Cindy Hood and the late Patti Hood. Brother of George (Geraldine) Hood. Private services will be held at a future date. Burial Great Lakes National Cemetery. Arrangements by R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, Livonia.

HOPKINS KENDALL LEONARD HOPKINS KENDALL HOPKINS Age 82, of South Lyon, Michigan died peacefully December 30, 2008. Kendall was beautiful. Everyone said she looked like Katherine Hepburn only prettier! She had a quick wit and wry charm that captured many admirers throughout her life. She taught her children and grandchildren the value of being individual thinkers—introducing them to her favorite books and films—A Thousand Clowns, Harvey, King of Fools, Catcher in the Rye, Collected Poems of Edna St. Vincent Millay. She was a strong advocate for the environment and nature in general - swans, ducks and wildlife seemed to always congregate around her lake house to her delight. Born on September 26, 1926 in Highland Mills, New York, Kendall was valedictorian of her high school class. She received a B.A. in Sociology from Cornell University in Ithica, New York where she met her husband of 53 years, Thomas M. Hopkins. He retired following a distinguished career as a naval officer and they lived together in McLean, Virginia. His death in 2003 prompted her move to Michigan to be near her daughter Peg Hopkins-Oehler. She is survived by Peg and her two other daughters Karen Crowell and Annette Hopkins; son-in-laws Mark Welles and Ron Oehler; grandchildren Tom Hoppe, Nathan Hoppe, Paul Oehler and Caline Welles; and her dog, Brewster. A service and luncheon will be held in her honor at 9555 Firwood, South Lyon, Michigan January 31st, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. (Direct questions to Peg Hopkins 248-808-0706). In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Howell Nature Center, 1005 Triangle Lake Road, Howell, Michigan (517-546-0249).

HOPWOOD ANN E HOPWOOD ANN HOPWOOD January 11, 2009, age 83. Beloved wife of the late Norman. Dear mother of Julie (Carol), David (Laura), Jeffrey (Judith) and PJ Two Ravens (Rion). Loving grandmother of Joel, Corey and Christopher. Ann was a talented artist which included painting, fiber arts and lampwork glass. Funeral Friday 11 a.m. from the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation Thursday 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorials to Michigan Humane Society, Attn: Honorariums and Memorials, 30300 Telegraph Rd., Suite 220; Bingham Farms, MI 48025-4507 and First United Methodist Church, 22124 Garrison (at Mason), Dearborn, MI 48124-2274

HORNBURGER WANITA B HORNBURGER WANITA HORNBURGER January 4, 2009, age 83. Survived by four children, Steve (Juanita) Chilcutt, Dee Mills, Bob (Shirley) and the late David; seven grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Sister of Gloria Moffit.

HOSTE LARRY HOSTE January 2, 2009, Age 57. Beloved father of Nicole (Scott) Hoste-Breslin and Jennifer Morton. Dear friend and previous spouse of Mary A. Hoste. Loving son of Mary E. and the late Norbert Hoste. Dear brother of Kathleen (Dennis Janeczko) Hoste, Barbara Hoste, and Marchell Hoste. Visitation and Funeral Services were private and arranged by the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. Donations may be made to Craig Hospital Foundation, 3425 S. Clarkston St., Englewood, CO 80113 or Hospice of Michigan. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

HOVER DONALD L HOVER DONALD HOVER 73, Monday, January 5, 2009. Born January 27, 1935 in Caro, MI. He worked as a real estate agent at Century 21 in Redford for many years. A gathering will be 4-9 p.m. Friday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. www.sharpfuneralhomes.com

HOWE DOROTHY J HOWE DOROTHY HOWE Age 84. January 8, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Leonard. Beloved mother of Mike (Becky), Pam (Ron) Black, Pat (Diane), Barb, Kathy (Steve) Keck, Sue (Paul) Bonarek and Rob (Wendy). Beloved grandmother of Amy, Jen, Scott, Brad, Shawn, Mike, Kelley, Adam, Matt, Steve, Katie, Justin, Joe, Kevin, Courtney, Brett, Robbie, Lauren and Brooke. Beloved great-grandmother of Austin, Allie and Nathan. Visitation Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Monday 9 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Mel Catholic Church, 7506 Inkster Road (just north of Warren).

HUBBARD GREGORY T HUBBARD GREGORY HUBBARD January 26, 2009. Loving son of the late Gabrielle and G. Barry. Dearest brother of Kathleen Kurko, Marie (Gene) Eicher, Dave (Carolyn) and Paul (Mary). Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Friday 2-8 p.m. with a rosary at 6:30 p.m. at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren (3 blocks east of Beech Daly), Dearborn Heights. In state Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Church until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Memorial donations to St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center.

HUDLER LYNN W HUDLER LYNN HUDLER age 89; January 10, 2009; in Hollywood Fl. Loving husband of Anne-Shirley Hudler; dear father Steven Hudler of MI and Darlene Hudler of CA; uncle to Robert Hudler of OH, Russell Hudler of IA and Carol Bryce of NJ. A veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force serving in both WWII and the Korean Conflict. He was a life long member of the Free and Accepted Masons of MI and was a retiree of Michigan Bell Telephone Company (ATT). Interment will take place at Roseland Memorial Gardens in Jackson MI.

HUDSON MARION N HUDSON MARION HUDSON Age 88. Of Hillman, formerly of Milford. Passed away January 10, 2009 at Medilodge of Hillman. She was born March 15, 1920 in Milford to Rufus and Carrie (West) Darlington. Mrs. Hudson is survived by three children, Lawrence & Penny of Gettysburg, PA, Marge & Robert Sprouse of Hillman, and Jeanette & Joseph Caswell of Milford; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Thelma Blancke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garner; granddaughter, Bobby Kline; brother, Vern Darlington; sister, Dormae Musoff. Cremation arrangements in care of Beck Funeral Home. Per Mrs. Hudson's request, there will be no public viewing or service. Inurnment will take place in Oak Grove Cemetery in Milford at a later date. www.beckfuneralhome.org

HUDZIK BERNICE HUDZIK December 29, 2008. Age 96. Beloved wife of the late Walter. Dear mother of Dorothy (Ray) Grey and Walter (Pat) Hudzik. Loving grandmother of Debbie (John) Lininger, Judy Grey, David Grey and Mark (Julie) Hudzik. Precious great grandmother of Amanda, Samantha and Melissa Lininger and Sarah Hudzik. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd. (West of Hoover), Warren. Instate Saturday 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Church, 31555 Hoover Rd. (North of 13 Mile), Warren. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: www.wasikfuneralhome.com

HUETHER ROBERT HUETHER BOB HUETHER ROBERT L HUETHER Age 92. January 20, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Betty and Pat. Loving father of Bob (Terri), Ken, Bill (Nancy), the late Mary Lou Fitzpatrick and Debbie Hennessey (survived by Dick). Proud grandfather of 16, great-grandfather of 27 and great-great-grandfather of one. Survived by six dear brothers and sisters. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blks. N. of 10 Mile). Funeral Thursday at Heritage Presbyterian Church, 23415 Jefferson (S. of 9 Mile). In state at the church 10:30 a.m. until Service at 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share a memory at bcfh.com

HUGHES DANIEL ELLIS HUGHES SR DANIEL HUGHES SR 88 year old educator. Passed away while sleeping December 12, 2008. He was born in Bethel Springs Tennessee, August 15, 1920. His ashes are to be scattered at a Sea Side Bon Voyage in San Pedro, California, January 10, 2009. For details or to share memories of your best Sr. Hughes story, please call Daniel Jr., 313-931-0927 or e-mail to, SekouTorre@hotmail.com.

HUGHES JAMES L HUGHES JAMES HUGHES of Clarkston, formerly of Detroit; January 15, 2009; age 63. Husband of Sheila (Goins) for 36 years; proud father of Scott of Clarkston and Jason of Chicago; brother of Larry (Diane) of Arcadia and John Aral of Allen Park; brother-in-law of Larry (Ann) Goins of FL and Cynthia (Michael) Duggan of Waterford; uncle of Jeffery and David Hughes, Grace and Jesse Goins, Lindsay and Kesley Duggan. Jim retired from Ford Motor/Dupont, Mt. Clemens after 40 years of service. He enjoyed golf, his cottage up North, and was a huge Red Wings and U of M fan. He treasured any time spent with family. Funeral Service Tuesday 12:30 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Monday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Interment Ottawa Park Cemetery. Online guest book www.wintfuneralhome.com

HUGHES THOMAS F HUGHES THOMAS HUGHES Passed away January 10, 2009 at the age of 76. He is the beloved husband of Inez. Dearest father of Karen (Yu-Keung) Chan, David (fiance', Kathi) Hughes, Jule Hughes, Tom (Tameka) Hughes and Allison (Bill) Dowling. Loving grandfather of Nicole, Zack, Tessa and Liam. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 15, 2009, 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, 47650 N. Territorial Rd., Plymouth. Friends may visit at Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 S. Main St., Plymouth Wednesday 2-9 p.m. and Thursday at church beginning at 10 a.m. There will be a Rosary Wednesday 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Angela Hospice or in the form of Mass Offerings. Share memories at schrader-howell.com

HUNT FAITH G HUNT FAITH HUNT 88, December 28, 2008 of Farmington Hills. Beloved wife of the late Norman (2002). Loving mother of David Hunt. Dear grandmother of Airen and Matthew Hutchings. Mrs. Hunt is preceded in death by her daughter Sue Ann Hunt. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, Downtown Farmington (248) 474-5200. www.Heeney-sundquist.com

HUNT SHIRLEY A HUNT SHIRLEY HUNT Age 82, of Lexington, died January 8. Retired 35 year Ameritech staff manager. An avid golfer, she leaves several nieces and nephews. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday at Trinity Episcopal Church, Lexington. Visiting 1 to 7 p.m. Sunday in Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington, and at church from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday. Burial 2:30 p.m. Monday at Evergreen Cemetery, Detroit. Memorials to Blue Water Hospice or Trinity Episcopal Church.

HUSBAND THOMAS S HUSBAND THOMAS HUSBAND East Lansing, died January 25, 2009 at the age of 70. He established the firm of Thomas Husband and Associates and headed the firm for 25 years. A private memorial service will be held. For those desiring, contributions may be made to the Sparrow Foundation, Hospice Services, P.O. Box 30480, Lansing, MI 48909-7980 or the Greater Lansing Food Bank, c/o NBD commerce Bank, P.O. Box 16224, Lansing, MI 48901 in memory of Tom.

HUTCHENS DR RAYMOND FREDERICK JAMES HUTCHENS DR RAYMOND JAMES HUTCHENS DR RAYMOND HUTCHENS DR HUTCHENS Age 72 of Dearborn, Michigan died on Wednesday, December 31, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mrs. Fay E. Hutchens (nee Rotter); his daughter, Kimberly Poulson (Gregory); his son, The Reverend Kurt Hutchens (Karen) and their children, Chelsea, Allie, Luke and Clare; his son Kent Hutchens (Elizabeth) and their children, Kendall and Alexander. Family and friends will be received from 1-9 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Avenue, in Dearborn. Service will be held on Sunday, January 4th at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 21915 Beech Street, Dearborn. The viewing will be at 1:30 p.m. and the funeral service will follow at 3:00 p.m. Memorials can be made to Shalom Lutheran Church. www.howepeterson.com

HUTCHINGS DONALD S HUTCHINGS DONALD HUTCHINGS December 31, 2008. Age 62. Beloved husband of Edith. Loving father of James (Tawana) Askins and Barbara (Mark) Carter. Loving grandfather of Jonathon, Chadd, Katelyn, Shayla, Iam. Loving great grandfather of one. Dearest brother of Caroline McLean, Mary Lou Bachman, Donna (Ron) Koppsch, Dennis (Sheri) Hutchings, the late Victor "Dick" (Rita) Hutchings. Predeceased by parents Victor & Annette Hutchings. Donald was a Marine Veteran in Vietnam. 3rd Marine Division Engineer. Memorial service Monday 1:00 p.m. at Living Faith Church 21740 Ryan Rd., (8 1/2 Mile Rd.). Memorials to the Michigan Humane Society appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

HYNES MARY HYNES Age 83, December 24, 2008 in Wenatchee, WA. Formerly of Northville, MI. Beloved wife of the late Warren "Rusty". Loving mother of Linda (Gene) Slade. Step-mother of Jackie (Michael) Bentley and Richard (Nikki) Hynes. Dear grandmother of four, great-grandmother of four. Visiting Friday 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. services at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (btwn. 6-7 Mile). Interment Parkview Cemetery.

 

 

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