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MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES

January 2009

 LAST NAME "R"

 RADCLIFFE BONNIE M RADCLIFFE BONNIE RADCLIFFE She was born August 3, 1911 in Tamaqua, PA to Howard J. & Flossie (Kline) Heilner. She married Harold Radcliffe, who preceded her in death in 1974. She is survived by many nieces, nephews & cousins. Memorial services 11am Friday, December 26 at Niblack Funeral Home, with her nephew Rev. Ron Heilner officiating. www.niblackfuneralhome.com She was born August 3, 1911 in Tamaqua, PA to Howard J. & Flossie (Kline) Heilner. She married Harold Radcliffe, who preceded her in death in 1974. She is survived by many nieces, nephews & cousins. Memorial services 11am Friday, December 26 at Niblack Funeral Home, with her nephew Rev. Ron Heilner officiating. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

RADKE EDMUND RADKE Of Lansing, formerly of Holt, MI. Age 88, died December 31, 2008. WWII, Asiatic Pacific Theatre Veteran. Retired Michigan Public Health, Vision Section Chief. Husband of the late Marilyn "Mert". Loving father of Kathy (Conrad) Cook, Anne Marie Boomershine and E. Garett. Loving grandfather of seven, great-grandfather of three and friend to Fred Moore. Visitation Friday 5-8 p.m., Palmer Bush & Jensen Holt—Delhi Chapel, 5035 Holt Rd., Holt, MI. Services, Saturday, 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment following in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lansing. Condolences can be made at www.palmerbush.com

RADZIBON MARGARET E RADZIBON MARGARET RADZIBON Age 78, of Alma, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2009 with her loved ones at her side. Visitation will be held at the Dewey Funeral Home, in Alma on Friday, January 30 from 5-8 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at St. John's Episcopal Church in Alma on Saturday, January 31 at 11 a.m. The Rev. Mary Delaney will officiate. Burial will take place in Riverside Cemetery, Alma.

RALLIS FREIDA MAE PHILLIPS RALLIS FREIDA MAE RALLIS FREIDA RALLIS January 11, 2009. Age 73. Beloved wife of the late Socrates for 41 years. Dear mother of Nicholas (Misty). Loving grandmother of Isabella, Sophia, and Maxwell. Born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin August 20, 1935. Supported Greek Orthodox Church education and many charitable organizations while having a lifelong desire to help young people through her profession as an elementary school teacher. Freida received the Delta Kappa Beta International Honorary Society's Woman of the Year Award in 1980 for excellence in education, presented in Zurich, Switzerland. In addition to her achievements in education and active involvement in church she also enjoyed many activities and sports such as tennis, hot air ballooning, and playing classical piano music. However, most important to Freida was her family. Family will receive friends Thursday 2-9 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd. (between Maple and Big Beaver), with Trisagion at 6:30 p.m. Funeral Service Friday 2 p.m. at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox, 760 West Wattles Road, Troy. Visitation at church begins 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorials to American Cancer Society or St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. View obituary and share memories at www.desmondfuneralhome.com

RALPH KENNETH E RALPH KENNETH RALPH January 2, 2009, age 88. Beloved husband of Janet. Loving father of Jane (the late Carl) Mattson, Robert (Sherry) Ralph, Michael (Margaret) Ralph and Rosanne (Frank) Aiuto. Proud grandfather of Kendra, Matthew, Paul (Jennifer) and John Mattson. Todd Ralph, Mark Ralph, and Kimberly (Ben) Martin. Christopher Ralph and Ryan Ralph. Anthony (Laura) and Andrea Auito. Also 13 great-grandchildren. Visitation and services to be held in Garden, Michigan. Donations to the Parkenson Foundation. Arrangements by Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, Sterling Heights Chapel.

RAMAUT JULIEN A RAMAUT JULIEN RAMAUT Age 96, of Warren, died Wednesday, January 28, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Simonne J. Ramaut; dear father of Nadine Ramaut and Marlene (Ronald) Subjeck; dear grandfather of Heather; dear great-grandfather of Summer. Funeral service 9:30 am Saturday at St. Martin De Porres Church, 31555 Hoover, Warren. Instate at 9 am. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Visitation 3-9 pm Friday at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Light a candle and share a memory at: www.verheyden.org

RAMONAITIS FRANK RAMONAITIS Born February 9, 1961, age 47. Loving father of Alan Ramonaitis, proud and beloved mother Nancy Ramonaitis and beloved son of the late Al Romanaitis and his wife Jaon Romanaitis. Loving brother to Kim Humphries, Debbie Phillips, Robin (Kevin) Anderson, Tammie (Ken) Tanner and John (JoAnne) Romonaitis. Beloved Godson of Stan and Aldona Backaitis. Frank served 24 years in the Air Force. Viewing will be Friday, January 23, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Howell, Michigan. Military Salute and Mass on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. The church is located on M-59 just west of US-23 on North side of M-59. Memorials could be made to the Heart Association or a College Fund for his son. Arrangements by Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Lamb Chapel in Howell.

RAMSEY TILDON RAMSEY "Always 32", passed away on January 18, 2009. Preceded in death by son Conn. Loved by Linda, Sara (Don), V, T, Bonnie, Beth (Joe), Sherry (Roy), Maggie (Charles), Bubba, six sisters, 20 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and many more family and friends. Visitation Tuesday 6-9 p.m., Wednesday 12-9 p.m. and Thursday January 22, 2009 from 10 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. at J.L. Peters Funeral Home Inc., 3880 Fort, Lincoln Park MI (313-928-6500). Sign the register and print a memorial at: www.jlpetersfuneralhome.com

RANDLE DONALD R RANDLE DONALD RANDLE  Age 80. Beloved husband of Beverly A. Loving father of Barbara (Tom) Hoelzle, Craig and Janet (Robert) Barden, and the late Robert. Dear father-in-law of Lynn. Proud grandfather of Colton and Sierra. Funeral Service Wednesday 12:00 noon. Visitation Tuesday 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home 32000 Schoenherr Rd. at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile Rd.), Warren. www.ahpeters.com

RANEY RICHARD V RANEY RICHARD RANEY Age 73, January 2, 2009. Beloved husband of Adrian. Dear father of Brian. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. and Monday 12-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary. Prayers Tuesday 9 a.m. from John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (bet. Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill) to St. Colette Catholic Church, 17600 Newburgh (bet. 6 & 7 Mile Rd.) for 10 a.m. Mass. Memorials suggested to Lymphoma Research.

RAPSON LAWRENCE EARL RAPSON LAWRENCE RAPSON 91, January 8, 2009, of Mikado, formerly of Warren. Beloved husband of Grace. Loving father of Sandra Campbell, Judith Prell, Debra Zebari, Larry Rapson, Clyde Rapson, Ricky Lapson, and the late Danny Rapson. Devoted grandfather of 17, great-grandfather of 12, and great-great-grandfather of six. Fond brother of Frances Hickey, Bernice Wilde, and of the late Minnie Greenlee, Grace Rogers, Betty Juzek-Pierce, Durward, Thomas, Lee, J. Laury, and Gerald Rapson. Funeral Services 11 a.m., Saturday, January 10, Calvary Baptist Church, Mikado, MI. Burial Saturday, January 17, 1 p.m., Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley. Arrangements by Gillies Funeral Home, Lincoln. www.gilliesfuneralhomes.com

RATH ROBIN RATH Dear father of Timothy J. Rath, Emily Robyn Rath, Katie Lynn Rath and their mother, Annette Rath. Dearest brother of Judy (Harvey) Blavin and Lisa Polk. Devoted son of Betty (and the late Frank P.) Rath. Also remembered by many loving family members and friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES FRIDAY 10 A.M. AT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY, LIVONIA. ARRANGMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

REA HENRY REA HANK REA age 82. January 22, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary. Adoring father of Bernadette (Wayne) Walli, James (Loretta), Henry J. and Mary Ann Evans. Cherished grandfather of Michael (Melissa) O'Connor, Jennifer Rea, Eric Walli, Jason and Adam Cooper and Blake Evans. Dear brother of Arcola Rea. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and close friends. Preceded in death by his parents and brother Vincent (Vangie) Rea and three sisters, Ann Traverso, Mary Weaver and Rose Vincent. Visiting Sunday 3-8 p.m., Monday 2-8 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (Between 6-7 Mile). In State Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass of the Resurrection at Church of the Transfiguration (10 Mile and Code Rds, Southfield). Entombment Holy Sepulchre with military honors under the auspices of the US Coast Guard. In lieu of flowers, contributions remitted to William Beaumont Wound Care Center in honor of Andrew Gavagan M.D., the Capuchins or the Franciscan Poverty Program appreciated, envelopes available at the funeral home

REAM ANITA C WUTZKE REAM ANITA C REAM ANITA REAM ANITA WUTZKE REAM ANITA C WUTZKE REAM  Age 64, December 30, 2008. Beloved mother of Mark (Laura), Michelle (Matt), Marcy (Vance), Mike (Robin), Mary (Ken) and Matthew (Sara). Beloved grandma of 23 grandchildren. Also survived by sisters; Diane, Judy, Charlene and Denise and her current husband; Forrest Ream. Predeceased by her son; Mitchell, husband; Dennis and her parents; Raymond and Lillian Radzwion. Visitation Saturday 1 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Memorial Service at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd. (W. of Hoover Rd.). Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

REBB ELLA BROWE REBB ELLA REBB (NEE BROWE) Age 99, December 31, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Herman. Dear mother of Eilene Fifield (the late Richard), the late Donald Rebb (Carol), the late Richard and Lois Rebb. Loving grandmother and great grandmother. Dear aunt of the late Jean and Chuck Murch, Dorothy Posey (the late Fred), Richard Browe (Mary) and James Kasenow. Visitation Monday 12 p.m. until the time of funeral service at 3 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park Chapel, Tuesday at 12 p.m. Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Hamburg, Michigan or charity of choice.

REDDING EDWARD J REDDING EDWARD REDDING of White Lake Twp.; January 27, 2009; age 90. Loving husband of Florence for over 61 years; beloved father of Thomas (Jeanie) Redding and William (Mary) Redding; dear brother of Harry (Barbara) Redding; beloved grandfather of Kelly (Scott) DePasque, Lauren Redding, Christopher Redding, Andrew Belliotti, Brian Belliotti, Carman (Jorge) Regeuro, Crista (Avery) Phillips and Angela (John) Sanchez; great grandfather of Alyssa and Tyler. Mr. Redding was retired from General Motors Pontiac Motor Division and was a W.W.II Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Pearl Harbor. He was a member of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association, enjoyed playing hockey and was a hockey coach for the Waterford Rangers and also the Waterford Senior League. Funeral Services will be Friday, January 30, 2009, 10:30 a.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. The family will receive friends Thursday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Interment White Chapel Memorial Cemetery. The family would prefer that memorials may be made to the Lakeland Hockey Association Kulick Hardship Fund. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

REDMOND MARGARET S REDMOND MARGARET REDMOND Age 81, January 16, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Marvin. Dear mother of Linda (Nathan) Rose, Thomas (the late Denise), Debbie (Tom) McGuire, Judy (Steve) Campbell, Chris (Claudia), Kathy (Keith) Collins, Tim, and Gerry. Grandmother of 17. Great-grandmother of 14. Sister of Michael (Joyce) Matczak. Close family friend Brenda. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). Mass Tuesday 11:30 a.m. at St. Colette Catholic Church, 17600 Newburgh (between 6 and 7 Mile Rd.).

REED RICHARD REED RICK REED Age 71, January 11, 2009. Beloved husband of Carol. Dear father of Richard, Jr. (Crystal) and Robin (Robert) Staples. Dear grandfather of Emily, Elizabeth and Samantha. Dear brother of Carol LaBo and the late Barbara Burke. Visitation Friday 4-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Memorial Service Saturday 10:00 a.m. at Grosse Pointe United Methodist Church, 211 Moross Rd., Grosse Pointe Farms. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Patient Medical Needs Fund Henry Ford Hospital. ahpeters.com

REED YVONNE M REED YVONNE REED January 23, 2009. Age 81. Beloved wife of Allan. Dearest mother of Bob (Patty), Pam (Doug) Demey, Patricia (Stephen Grossbart) Reed, the late Blair, and the late Bill. Dear grandmother of Kelly, Katie, Andy, Ben, Isabel, and Angelica. Dear sister of Ann Cox. Visitation Monday 3:00-8:00 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Twp. Funeral Tuesday 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial Sacred Heart Cemetery, Roseville. Please share a memory of Yvonne at www.kaulfuneralhome.com

REGENTIK ELIZABETH V REGENTIK ELIZABETH REGENTIK Age 91 of Farmington. January 5, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Otto for 51 years. Loving mother of Elizabeth (Thomas) Higgins and Robert Regentik. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer, Heather, Daniel; great-grandmother of four. Dear sister of William Porter and Jean Parsonson. Elizabeth is preceded in death by her sister, Mary Shivas and brother, Andrew Porter. Memorial Service Saturday, January 10th, 11:30 a.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Road. (just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington, 248-474-5200. Visitation Saturday 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Memorial tributes are suggested to the charity of the donor's choice. heeney-sundquist.com

REGIS SISTER MARY HELEN BARCZYNSKI REGIS SISTER MARY REGIS SISTER REGIS SISTER MARY HELEN REGIS SISTER REGIS (HELEN BARCZYNSKI) REGIS SISTER MARY (HELEN BARCZYNSKI) January 10, 2009. Funeral Mass Monday 10:30 a.m. following the Translation Service at 10 a.m. with Prayers at 10:15 a.m. at the Felician Convent, 36800 Schoolcraft, Livonia. Viewing at the convent Sunday 1-8 p.m. Arrangements by the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 313-561-1500. Memorials may be made to the Felician Sisters Retirement Fund. Interment Holy Sepulchre.

REHFIELD CHLOE D REHFIELD CHLOE REHFIELD Age 97 of Grosse Ile; January 24, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Alfred. Dearest sister of James (Joan) Pfister, the late Gerald W. (Virginia) Pfister, and the late Herbert Pfister. Loving aunt of Gerald H. Pfister, Cynthia Pfister, J. Christian Pfister, Frederick "Fritz" Pfister, Barbara Pfister, Melinda Pfister, and the late David H. Pfister. Dear cousin of Ann (King) Pung. She also leaves behind many loving great nieces and great nephews. Proud graduate of the University of Michigan School of Nursing. Visitation and funeral Wednesday; In state 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 12 noon at St. John United Church of Christ, 2744 4th St., Wyandotte. Interment at Woodmere Cemetery, Detroit. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Church or the Arthritis Foundation. Arrangements handled by H.F. Thon Funeral Home, Wyandotte. Online guestbook at: www.thonfuneralhome.com

REICH CECILE O REICH CECILE REICH Age 88 of Royal Oak. Died January 17, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Dearest mother of Gerald (Becky) Reich, Lawrence (Connie) Reich, Sally Ann (Tom) Carl, and Theresa (Dave) Buchanan. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren, and her sister Laura Millitello. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. at the Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Rd., Madison Heights. Funeral Tuesday at St. Mary Magdalen Church, Hazel Park, 9:30 a.m. in state followed by a 10 a.m. Mass. Burial at Christian Memorial Cemetery, Rochester Hills. Online condolences at: www.hopcroftfuneralhome.com

REISTMAN-KARABENICK RUTH REISTMAN-KARABENICK RUTH KARABENICK RUTH REISTMAN Beloved wife of the late Maurice Reistman for 56 years, and the late George Karabenick. Dear mother of Linda (Ronald) Benson and Patty (Howard) Maziar. Devoted grandmother of Adam (Gabriella) Benson, Abigail (Steven) Karasick, Aaron (Heather) Benson, Michelle Maziar and Michael Maziar. Proud great-grandmother of Maya Karasick, Jacob Benson, Madeline Benson and Theodore Karasick. Cherished aunt of Karen and Allen Litwack. SERVICES 1 P.M. SUNDAY AFTERNOON MACHPELAH CEMETERY CHAPEL. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL (248) 569-0020. www.irakaufman.com.

REITENGA MILDRED G REITENGA MILDRED REITENGA January 19, 2009. Age 88 of Livonia. Beloved wife of the late Duane. Loving mother of Bonnie (Marlin) Adams, Roger (Barbara), Rex (Mary) and Barbara (Keith) Lang. Grandmother of 10, great grandmother of 16 and great great grandmother of two. Family will receive friends Thursday 2-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd, Livonia. Instate Friday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 10 a.m. at Ward Presbyterian Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48167.

REITERMAN WILLIAM REITERMAN BILL REITERMAN Age 67. January 19, 2009. Beloved husband of Vi for 46 years. Loving father of Sherri (Mike) Gallucci and Doreen (Carl) Novelli. Proud grandfather of Jenna, Michael, Leeann and Tiffany. Survived by ten brothers and sisters and predeceased by two brothers. Active member of the UAW. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Isidore Catholic Church (23 Mile Rd. at Romeo Plank) until 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Donations preferred to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (2141 Rosecrans Ave. Ste 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245). Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

REITH JOHN R REITH JOHN REITH Age 61, January 9, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Diana. Dear father of Jason (Jill) and the late Kimberly. Brother of Sharon, Gary, Denise, Renee, and Michele. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at St. Mel Catholic Church, 7506 Inkster Rd. (just North of Warren).

REITENGA MILDRED G REITENGA MILDRED REITENGA January 19, 2009. Age 88 of Livonia. Beloved wife of the late Duane. Loving mother of Bonnie (Marlin) Adams, Roger (Barbara), Rex (Mary) and Barbara (Keith) Lang. Grandmother of 10, great grandmother of 16 and great great grandmother of 2. Family will receive friends Thursday 2-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd, Livonia. Instate Friday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 10 a.m. at Ward Presbyterian Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48167.

REPPKE MARY E SINGER REPPKE MARY SINGER REPPKE MARY REPPKE MARY E REPPKE (NEE SINGER) Age 82, passed away January 29, 2009,. A Washington, Michigan resident since 1974, Mrs. Reppke retired from General Dynamics. Beloved wife of the late Edward Reppke whom she married on January 24, 1948. He preceded her in death on February 17, 2002. Dear sister of the late Helen Szymanski and Ann (Stanley) Czarnik. Cherished by her nieces and nephews; Patricia, Mark, Tom, Kitty, Peggy, Paul, Marian, and Monica. Funeral service Saturday 12:30 p.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 VanDyke Ave. (S. of 22 Mile Rd.) in Shelby Twp. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials to Leukemia Foundation or Muscular Dystrophy Association would be appreciated. Share online condolences, visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com

RHODES DR ALBERT C RHODES DR ALBERT RHODES Beloved husband of the late Miriam Rhodes. Dear father of Dr. Clayton (Janice) Rhodes, Alicia (Rabbi David) Nelson, Selena (Malcolm) Katz and Dr. Harvey (Terri) Rhodes. Loving grandfather of Harry (Dorit Naftalin) Nelson, Debra Nelson, Reva (Daniel Kaplan) Nelson, Zeke, Emily Katz, Allison Rhodes, Taylor, Micah, Annie and Mira Rhodes. Great grandfather of Ami, Noah, Aiden and Leila Nelson, Levi and Isaiah Kaplan. Brother of Dr. Stanley Rhodes. SERVICES AND INTERMENT WERE HELD IN TENNESSEE. FOR INFORMATION CALL THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com

RICCI THOMAS P RICCI THOMAS RICCI Age 93, January 7, 2009 of Sterling Hgts. Beloved husband of the late Viola. Dear father of Thomas V. Ricci, Lorell F. (John) Leon. Loving grandfather of six. Dear brother of Angeline Long and the late Concetta Ricci and Katie Servitto. Private Services have been held. Arrangements by Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, Utica.

RICE ELLEN KATHY RICE ELLEN RICE Beloved wife of Stephen Rice. Loving mother of Michael (Tracey) Stein and Adam Rice. Proud AMA of Jackson and Gracen. Devoted daughter of Barbara Wachstein and the late Michael Travis. Cherished sister of Nancy (John) Lichtwardt and John (Gabriella) Travis. Dear sister-in-law of Susan Rice, Stuart and Laura Rice. Adoring aunt of David Rice and Noreen Bucknun, Noah Lichtwardt, Max and Cosima Travis. A true and generous friend to many. SERVICES 1:00 P.M. TUESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com

RICE TIMOTHY RICE TIMMYSON RICE age 56; of Hazel Park; died January 27, 2009 after a long battle with diabetes. He is survived by his mother Audrey Rice; son Timothy (Sue) Rice; brother Chuckie Rice; sisters Linda "Susie" (Jim) Waddy, Carol (Dave) Peterson, Kathy (John) Travnik, Peggy (Julian) Rybicki, Cindy (Steve) Langewicz, and Amy (John) Maloney; and three grandchildren. He is predeceased by his daughter Kim, father Charles "Tim" Rice, and siblings Dennis, Patrick, Kenneth, and Therea Cox. He was a carpenter by trade, and lived and worked in Florida for 20 years before returning to Michigan. He loved Florida with the ocean and sun, to fish and hunt, rock music, NASCAR, and fresh sea food. Memorial Visitation Saturday 2 to 5 p.m. Service at 3:30 p.m. at the Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, Madison Heights. In lieu of flowers donations to the family are suggested. Online condolences at www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com

RICER LOTTIE PATRICIA RICER LOTTIE RICER Age 86. January 7, 2009 of Livonia. Loving wife of the late Albert. Beloved mother of Raymond (Liz), Ellen Bishop and Kenneth (Susan). Cherished grandmother "Busha"of 10 and great grandmother of 10. Also survived by many dear nieces and nephews. Rosary, 9:30 a.m. with Memorial Mass at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at St. Priscilla Catholic Church, 19120 Purlingbrook Road, Livonia. Arrangements by Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, Taylor Chapel. www.howepeterson.com

RICHARD JAMES RICHARD J.R. RICHARD JR RICHARD Age 61, January 24, 2009. Beloved husband of Shelley (nee BUBLITZ). Loving father of Alison (Dan) Ristovski, Sarah and Leah. Dearest brother of Mark (Charlene) and Kurt (Clara). Dear son-in-law of Millie Bublitz. Brother-in-law of Stephen (Dawn) Bublitz and Stacey Cummer. Proud uncle of Jaqui Otto, Stephen, Nichole, Mark, Michael, Brittany, Brian Bublitz, Megan Bublitz, Madison Cummer, Anthony and Victoria. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Donations are welcome to the American Heart or American Lung Associations. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com

RICHARDSON AUDREY RICHARDSON AUDREY TANK RICHARDSON AUDREY (nee Tank) Age 90 of Harper Woods, December 31, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Henry. Loving mother of Harry (Jayne), Christine (David) Groth, Mary (Allan Karchner), Michael and the late Jack (Carol). Dear Grandmother of Tinna, Audrey, Samantha, Matthew, Jennifer, Jason, Jared, Rachel and Aubrey. Great Grandmother of nine. Dear sister of Jacqueline Kilcline. Visitation Friday 4-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile), Warren. Instate Saturday 12:30 p.m. until 1 p.m. Mass at St. Malachy Catholic Church, 14085 E. 14 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights. Memorials to Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliott St., Detroit, MI 48207-3485. ahpeters.com

RICHER, ROBERT L RICHER ROBERT RICHER a longtime resident of Waterford and Vero Beach, FL.; died January 27, 2009 after a long battle with Alzheimer s; at 84 years of age. Beloved husband of Agnes Richer; loving father of Michael (Tina) Richer and Lisa (George) Lewis; dearest pepere of Abby and Beth Lewis; Robert is also survived by his sister Edmay, and preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters. Mr. Richer retired from Pontiac Motors with over 30 years of service. He was a veteran of W.W. II serving with the U.S. Merchant Marines. He was also a long time coach for the Pontiac Class A Men s Baseball League. A Memorial Service will be Friday, January 30, 2009, at 1 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the time of the service. Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer s Association, envelopes are available at the funeral home. To send a private condolence go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select guestbook.

RICHMOND BETTY J RICHMOND BETTY RICHMOND Age 87, of Farmington Hills. January 22, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of Jack, David (Carolyn), and Timothy (Donna). Also survived by seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Visitation Monday, January 26, 2009 from 2-9 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd. (313) 278-5100. Funeral Tuesday January 27, 2009 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Salt River Cemetery in Shepherd, MI.

RICKSGERS BETTY JO RICKSGERS BETTY RICKSGERS of Waterford; died January 1, 2009; at 84 years of age. Loving wife of the late Henry J. Ricksgers; dearest mother of Mary Sitto and the late Paul Ricksgers; sister of the late Edward Eickmeier; also survived by six grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral Mass Thursday, January 8, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, 5481 Dixie Hwy., Waterford. Rite of Committal at All Saints Cemetery, Waterford. Family will receive friends Wednesday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook

RIEMENSCHNEIDER SALLY REIMENSCHNEIDER  January 14, 2009; age 84. Beloved wife of Paul for 59 years; dear mother of Paul Kurt (Karen), Sally Bzdok (the late Walter), David (Donna), Thomas, Susan and Julie Jolley (Bill); grandmother of Julie, Katie, Carey, Lindsay, Scott, Allison, Kelsey, Jaimie; and great grandson Adam; sister of Bernard Carey, Margaret Brown and the late Phil Carey and Gay Shepard. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (between 13-14 Mile) Friday 2 to 8 p.m. Scripture Service Friday evening. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Hugo of the Hills Stone Chapel, 2215 Opdyke Rd., Bloomfield Hills. Visitation begins at church 9:30 a.m. Memorial tributes to Marian High School, 7225 Lahser Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

RILEY GORDON C RILEY GORDON RILEY Age 77. January 1, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Dolores. Dear father of Cynthia (Wayne) Cash, James (Kathryn), Kevin and Constance Gregg. Grandfather of Jacob, Jonathan, Scott, Joshua, Jennifer and Lucas. Brother of Lee (Clyde) Atkinson. Brother-in-law of Dorothy Hallman. Gordon proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and the Army National Guard. He was active in the Garden City Police Reserve, Wayne Co. Sheriff's Auxiliary and the Garden City Senior Center. Visitation Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a 6 p.m. Scripture Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Monday 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Mel Catholic Church, 7506 Inkster Road (just North of Warren). Memorials suggested to Garden City Hospital Heart-wing.

RILEY ELIZABETH RILEY Age 88. January 21, 2009. Loving wife of the late George. Beloved mother of Susan (Ron) Tackett. Cherished grandmother of Ronnie (Jennifer), Sean (Jenna) and Kyle Tackett. Faithful friend of Rocky and Joey. She was loved by all who knew her. Visitation 3-9 p.m. Saturday with funeral service at 6 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile, Livonia

RILEY SALLY ANN RILEY SALLY RILEY Age 76 of Eden Prairie, MN, formerly of Duluth, MN, on January 13, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband, Richard and parents, Hans & Ilse Deckert. Survived by daughters, Allyson (Joseph) Debes & Robyn Riley; son, Douglas (Janet) Riley; grandchildren, Matthew Houck & Angela Riley; sister, Mary Ellen (William E.) Riley; niece, Jill Bachle and nephew, Christopher Riley. Memorials preferred to Alzheimer's Association or Fairview Hospice. Services have been held. Arrangements with Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel, 952-975-0400.

RINALDI GEORGE RINALDI Age 79. Beloved husband of Mary Lou. Dearest dad of Robert (Kathy) and Carolyn (Mark) Mears. Loving pups of Robert (Samantha) and Tracy, great-pups of Phoebe. Dear brother-in-law of Dolores Severini, Joseph (Charlotte) Olgiati and Louis (Barbara) Olgiati. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Memorial Services Thursday 12 noon at St. Paul on the Lake Church, 157 Lakeshore Dr., Grosse Pointe Farms. Expressions of sympathy may be made at kaulfuneralhome.com

RIOPELLE JAMES O RIOPELLE JAMES RIOPELLE January 9, 2009. Age 77. Resident of Plymouth, formerly of Northville. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn. Dear father of Jeffrey P. (Bettina) Riopelle and Jennifer A. (Joseph) Rutherford. Dear grandfather of Robert and Julia Riopelle. Dear brother of Donna London. Dear uncle of Elizabeth (Terry) McGowan and great-uncle of Sean (Jennifer) Samkowiak, Kristen (Joshua) Carlson, Julian Samkowiak, Erin Samkowiak and Isaac McGowan. Funeral Services will be Wednesday 11 a.m. at Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 S. Main St., Plymouth. Friends may visit Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Salvation Army. To leave a condolence www.schrader-howell.com

RISHER DOROTHY W RISHER DOROTHY RISHER Age 90 of Redford Township, passed away peacefully December 22, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Ralph. Loving mother of Douglas (Kathy), Robert, Stephen (Phyllis), and Ronald (Mindy). Adored grandmother of Chris, Michael, Karen, Todd, Jeffrey, Jennifer, Adam, Jaclyn, Jeremy, and Jaimee, and great-grandmother of 12. She was preceded in death by two sisters and two great-grandchildren. Memorial Service, Saturday, January 10, 2009, 11 a.m. at Oak Pointe Church, 50200 Ten Mile Rd., Novi, MI 48374. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial contributions to Oak Pointe Benevolent Fund. Arrangements entrusted to Casterline Funeral Home, Inc. of Northville. ROSS JAMES C ROSS JAMES ROSS December 28, 2008, age 80. Beloved husband for 58 years of Margaret. Dear father of Larry Ross and Cheryl (John) Sirhan. Loving grandfather of Eric, Ian (Katie), Shannon, Christopher and Jordan. Great-grandfather of Nathan, McKenzie, Abbey, Morgan, Riley, Kennedy, and Macie. Dear friend of William and Alison Finnie. Mr. Ross was born in Scotland, and was a member of the GM design staff for 37 years. He was a Veteran of the Korean War. Funeral service Friday 7:00 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd. (N. of 15 Mile). Visitation Friday 3:00-9:00 p.m. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com

RITCHIE IRENE M RITCHIE IRENE RITCHIE Age 88, January 2, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Larry. Dear mother of Diane (LeRoy) Brennan, Gary (Diania) and Dennis (Pamela). Grandmother of nine. Great-grandmother of 19. Sister of David Hickel and the late Robert, Richard and Earl Hickel. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Funeral service Monday 10 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill).

RIVERS KATHERINE BEATRICE RIVERS KATHERINE RIVERS Services to be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at Dunamis Outreach Ministries, 13220 Greenfield Rd., Detroit.

ROACH ANNE LEONA ROACH ANNE ROACH of Waterford; January 23, 2009; age 90; born October 16, 1918 in Montana. Daughter of the late Frank and Kathryn Roach; dear friend of Julia George and Felice Petipren; also survived by many other loving neighbors and friends. She retired from the Michigan Employment Security Commission after 45 years of service and graduated from Pontiac High School in 1936. Anne will lie in state at St. Benedict Catholic Church Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 10:30 a.m. until time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Richard S. Rakoczy celebrant. Interment to follow at Mt. Hope Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Donelson, Johns and Evans Funeral Home Monday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Rosary Monday 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Michigan Animal Rescue League or Michigan Humane Society. Envelopes available at the funeral home. Celebration of Life website and online condolence: http://web.me.com/djefh/anneroach.

ROBER BARBARA LOU BURKE ROBER BARBARA BURKE ROBER BARBARA ROBER BARBARA LOU ROBER (NEE BURKE) Age 77. January 2, 2009 of Clinton Township. Loving wife of Herbert. Beloved mother of Gary (Susan), Kevin, Trina (William) Scharmann, and the late Eric. Grandmother of Allison (Kevin) Wyatt, Neil, and the late Aaron. Sister of Beverly (Louis) Dauw. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorial gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and St. John Hospice. Arrangements entrusted to the Kaul Funeral Home, Clinton Township. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

ROBERTSON VIVIAN ROBERTSON January 18, 2009 of Westland. Loving wife of the late Henry. Loving mother of Sharon Caldwell (Jerry), Charlene Cripps (Michael), David (Chris), Sandy Goins (Jesse), Ann Serman (Edward) and James (Carolyn). Sister of Virginia Robertson, 17 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Visiting Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 12-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 34567 Michigan Ave., Wayne. Funeral Services Wednesday, Prayers 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home, Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Simon and Jude Catholic Church, 32500 Palmer Rd., Westland.

ROBINSON BILLY L ROBINSON BILLY ROBINSON of White Lake, formerly of Chattanooga, TN; January 26, 2009; at 78 years of age. Wife of Juanita Robinson and the late Eliza Robinson; dear father of Becky (Larry) Medley of Indiana, Rick (Terri) Robinson and Vicki Ford (fianc Bob) all of Clarkston; loving grandfather of Shannon (Andrew) Ryan, Maria (Jeremiah) Roy, Sean (Pam) Medley, Annie (fianc Joe) Robinson, Spencer Ford and Chandler Ford; great grandfather of Olivia, Rachel, Caleb, Myah, and grandson Noah on the way; also survived by his sister Helen Oliver. Billy had retired from GM Truck & Bus following over 20 years of service. Funeral Service Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 5 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Family will receive friends Tuesday 3 to 5 p.m. Private Burial at Ottawa Park Cemetery in Clarkston. To send a private condolence to the family go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select guestbook.

RODRIGUEZ ERNESTO RODRIGUEZ Age 81, December 29, 2008. Beloved son of the late Antonio and Ester. Survived by three sisters and two brothers. Funeral service Tuesday 11 a.m. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan (one block N. of 12 Mile Rd.) Warren.

ROE DONALD E ROE DONALD ROE Age 71, January 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Bonnie for 52 years. Dearest father of David, Karen Schultz, Lisa Duprey, and Lauren Kardos. Dear grandfather of Kristopher, Steven, Sarah, Brandon, Eric, Rachel, Paige, and Brooke. Loving brother of Joe, Jack and Chris. Son of Marguerite and the late Theron. Member of Teamsters Local #299 and #124 for 36 years, retired. Funeral Service Friday, 1:00 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road. Visitation Thursday, 1-9 p.m. www.howepeterson.com

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

ROESKE EMILY K ROESKE EMILY ROESKE Age 87, of Hartland, died peacefully on December 29, 2008  She is survived by her loving children, Shayla (Bob) Sass, Eric (Patty) Roeske and Rev. Todd (Kim) Roeske; dear grandchildren, Scott (Stacy) Flatt, Kelli Belt, Kevin (Kim) Flatt, Ryan (Tamara) Brodbent, Marlan (Lindsey) Flatt, Jill (Troy) Achard, Jenny Brodbent, Matt Brodbent, Nicole Roeske, Steven Roeske, Brandi Bates, Mysty Bivens, Kiara Bates, Audrie Roeske, Jessica Roeske, Kalae Roeske, Karis Roeske, Amani Roeske; great-grandchildren, Kenai, Collin, Skylar, Sophie, Carmyn, Jordyn, Nora and two yet to be born. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends. Emily is preceded in death by her dear husband, Walter, beloved daughters JeAnn Bates and Tammie Bivens. Funeral was from Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hartland, Friday, January 2, 2009. Rev. Frank Pies, Jr. officiated. Burial followed at Hartland Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Our Savior Lutheran Church designated for either Alaska Mission Fund or Child of Christ Lutheran School. For further information please call Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Milford at 248-684-6645 or www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com

ROHRBECK WILLARD J ROHRBECK WILLARD ROHRBECK Age 89 of Hazel Park, died January 24, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Stella. Dear father of Willard E. (Carol), Judy (Robert) Strutz, and John (Barbara). Loving grandfather of six and great grandfather of 10. Visitation Tuesday 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m., at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Burial in Christian Memorial Cemetery, Rochester Hills. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Heart Association. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com

ROI THERESA M ROI THERESA ROI Age 77. January 25, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Adam. Dear mother of Mark (Kathy Merllot), Tina (Gordon) Whittaker and Dwayne (Vesna). Also survived by 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 4 grandchildren. Funeral Wednesday 12 Noon from the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 8809 Wayne Rd. (at Joy Rd.). Family will receive visitors Tuesday 2-9 p.m. Scripture Service Tuesday 7 p.m. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at: griffinfuneralhome.com

ROKASH LOIS J ROKASH LOIS ROKASH January 16, 2009. Age 82. Beloved wife of the late Wesley. Dear mother of Valoree (David) Crawford and Brian (Teresa) Rokash. Grandmother of Kyle (Erin) Crawford, Adam Crawford and Stephen Rokash. Visitation Monday 2-8 p.m. at the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main Street, Plymouth. Everyone who really knew her, loved her. Contributions suggested to In-House Hospice, 24293 Telegraph Road, Suite 102, Southfield, MI 48033. Share your special thoughts and memories at schrader-howell.com

RONAU MARIA LANA RONAU MARIA RONAU MARIA LANA LANDRY RONAU MARIA LANDRY RONAU (nee Landry); age 59; of Rochester Hills; January 5, 2009. Loving wife of Paul; dear sister of Dianne (James Worley) Landry-Worley, Jeanne (Robert) Guest, Fred (Linda) Landry, David (Julie) Landry, the late Donald and Phillippe Landry; also survived by 21 nieces and nephews and 25 great nieces and great nephews. Funeral Mass Friday 11 a.m. with an In State of 10:30 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 46408 Woodward Ave., Pontiac. The family will receive friends Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. with a Rosary Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Suggested memorials to the family. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

ROSANNE SR MARY ROSANNE MARGARET KRZESICKI SR MARY ROSANNE KRZESICKI January 6, 2009. Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. Friday following the Translation Service at 10 a.m. with Prayers at 10:15 a.m. at the Felician Convent, 36800 Schoolcraft, Livonia. Viewing at the Convent Wednesday and Thursday 1-8 p.m. Arrangements by the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home (313) 561-1500. Memorials may be made to the Felician Sisters Retirement Fund. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

ROSE BERYL ROSE Age 92 of Huntington Woods, died January 2, 2009. Beloved wife of the late William. Loving mother of John (Barbara) Rose. Dearest grandmother of John (Kristin), Marc (Stephanie) and Sara (Morgan). Dearest grandmother of Madeline, William and Jack. Visitation, Tuesday 3-8 p.m. at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 Blks. W. of Woodward), Berkley. Instate, Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until time of service 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 1800 W. Maple, Birmingham. Burial, White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Memorials may be made to the Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1800 W. Maple, Birmingham. Share your memories at: www.sawyerfuller.com

ROSENS SAMUEL ROSENS Beloved soulmate of Phyllis Eisenberg. Dear father of Randy (Linda) Rosens, Mark Rosens, Tami (Gary) Rosens-Fink and other devoted children, Gil Eisenberg, Phillip (Claudia) Eisenberg, Laura Eisenberg and Pamela (Bob) Kelleher. Dearest brother of Herman (Jan) Rosens and the late Doreen Ossepow. Loving Saba of Danielle, David, Andrew, David, Jacob, Ben and Devon. SERVICES TODAY 1 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000. INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT B'NAI ISRAEL CEMETERY, NOVI, or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

ROSIAK STELLA ANNE ROSIAK STELLA ROSIAK STELLA ANNE PALISZEWSKI ROSIAK STELLA PALISZEWSKI ROSIAK  (nee PALISZEWSKI) Age 89. January 5, 2009. Born October 14, 1919. Oldest daughter of seven children of the late Andrew and Agitha (nee Mucha) Paliszewski. Loving wife of 61 years of late Joseph Rosiak, married at Saint Peter and Paul in Detroit, Michigan. Loving mother to Richard (Tania) Rosiak, and the late Frederick, Patricia Yesta, Gloria Murphy, and Timothy. Loving mother-in-law to Marie (Vicky) Rosiak (Gatt) and Thomas Yesta. Sister to the late Edward Paliszewski, Walter Paliszewski and Virginia Tilly Karas. Siblings still living, Joseph Paliszewski, Mildred Ainsworth and Jenny Samara. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Dear grandmother of Ann, Jonathan, Joy, Sarah, Suzanne, Noel, Thomas and Caroline. Great-grandmother of Brooke, Brady, Cory, Kai, Connor, Zachary, Sawyer, Taylor and Chase. Graduate of Cosmetology from Mayfair in 1935, and established one of the first minority businesses in Detroit, "Stella's Beauty Shop," Central near Livernois, later to service at home in Dearborn. Stella enjoyed her trips to the Casinos and playing cards. Member of Sacred Heart Dearborn. She loved all her family and she will be greatly missed by all. Visitation at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home, 2640 Monroe (near W. Outer Dr.) Dearborn. Wednesday 1-8 p.m. and Thursday 1-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. In state 10 a.m. until Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig.

ROSS DANIEL JAMES ROSS DANIEL ROSS Age 83. January 9, 2009. Husband of Geneva Helen Ross. Father of Daniel J. (Diana) Ross, Nancy (Joseph) Bidinger and the late Janet Morrison. Grandfather of Brian, Steven, Patrick, Amanda and Joey. Brother of Peggy George, Joan Burress, Shirley Quick, Bernie Ross, the late Violet Webb and the late Dorothy Everett. Served as a Sea Bee in the Navy During WWII. He retired from and was proud to be a Hazel Park Firefighter. Visitation Monday 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 23919 John R. Rd., Hazel Park. Funeral Wednesday, instate 9:30 a.m until 10 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Magdalen Church, Hazel Park. Burial White Chapel Cemetery, Troy.

ROSS HAZEL JUANITA ROSS HAZEL ROSS January 8, 2009. Mrs. Hazel J. Ross; age80; of Casco Township; passed away Thursday evening in Mount Clemens Regional Center Hospital. She was born on November 21, 1928 in Columbus, Kansas, a daughter of the late James Albert and Willie May (Swepston) Tadlock. Hazel was united in marriage with Charles A. Ross on September 11, 1949 in Pontiac, Michigan. Mr. Ross passed away on March 1, 2000. Hazel had lived in Pontiac and moved to her present address in May 1998. Hazel enjoyed being a homemaker, playing the piano and singing. She worked as a volunteer at church and taught Sunday School. Mrs. Ross is survived by six children, Charles (Mary) Ross of Indiana, Clair (Jane) Ross of Harrison Twp., Juanita (Mark) Brabeau of Casco Township, Harry (Yvonne) Ross of Pontiac, Larry (Tina) Ross of Waterford and Roger (Michelle) Ross of Casco Township; also surviving are 3 sisters, Opal Kerwood, Frieda Markelwitz and Patricia Cotton all of Kansas; 21 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and a nephew James (Bonnie) Ross of Harrison Township. Hazel was predeceased by 3 siblings, Lee Tadlock, Charles Tadlock and Addie VanHorn. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the Chapel of Christian Memorial Cultural Center Cemetery, 521 East Hamlin Road, Rochester Hills, Michigan. Memorial contributions may be addressed to the Alzheimer's Association, 20300 Civic Center Drive, Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076. Mr. Ross will Rest in the Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot Avenue, Mount Clemens on Sunday from 10 a.m. until the time of service 7 p.m. with the Reverant John Nyhof officiating.

ROSSI MARYANN F ROSSI MARYANN ROSSI MARYANN F GOUGH ROSSI MARY ANN GOUGH ROSSI 67, of Perrysburg, passed away January 27, 2009 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg with her loving husband by her side. MaryAnn was born February 18, 1941 in Detroit, Michigan to Clarence and Ruth (Burke) Gough and was a 1959 graduate of East Detroit High School. She married Arthur C. Rossi on September 1, 1961 in Detroit, MI. MaryAnn was an accomplished artist and received her Bachelors degree in Fine Arts from the University of Toledo and went on to earn her Masters degree in Fine Arts from Bowling Green State University. She was a former member of the Athena Society and currently has works on display at Divine Design in Perrysburg. MaryAnn was the founding member and Queen Mother of the Perrysburg Chapter of the Red Hat Society. MaryAnn is survived by her husband, Arthur Rossi; sons, Scott Rossi of Seattle, WA and Brian (Jamie) Rossi of Toledo; two grandchildren, Alec and Mitchell Rossi; mother, Ruth Gough of Toledo; and sister, Dolores (Ralph) Linley of Coldwater, MI; along with several dear nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law and brother-in-law. MaryAnn was preceded in death by her father, Clarence Gough. Friends will be received from 2-9 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2009 at Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, 222 E. South Boundary Street, Perrysburg, OH (419-874-3133) where funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2009 with Pastor Ann Marshall, officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Meigs Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.witzlershank.com.

ROUSER, PATRICIA MAE ROUSER PATRICIA ROUSER PATRICIA BRADY ROUSER PATRICIA MAE BRADY ROUSER passed away on January 17, 2009. She leaves to mourn her husband Arnold; and 4 children, Johmain, Johnny, Nina (Keon) Williams and Antwaine Rouser; 2 step-daughters, Conswella Houston and the late Tanya Anthony; mother Nina Johnson and the late Johnnie Brady; 3 brothers, Sam, Wyndell and Steve (Rochelle) Brady; 21 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She will Lie in State at Cobb's Funeral Home January 22, 2009 from 12 Noon to 8 p.m. Funeral Service at Berea Family Tabernacle, 68 W. Walton, Pontiac, MI January 23, 2009. Family Hour 12 to 1 p.m., service at 1 p.m. Pastor Parker officiating.

ROWLAND LAWRENCE R ROWLAND LAWRENCE ROWLAND Age 83 of Mt. Clemens. Employed for 39 years by Ford Motor Co. Survived by three children, Gary Rowland, Terri (David) Bowen and Sherri (Daniel) Piwko; three grandchildren, Andrew, Jacob and Alex, and brother, Ronald (Kathy) Rowland. Predeceased by his wife, Margaret, and son, Richard Rowland. Funeral 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 NB Gratiot, Mt. Clemens. Visiting hours are from 2:30-9 p.m. Monday.

ROYAL DREAMA GRACE ESTEP ROYAL DREAMA GRACE ROYAL DREAMA ESTEP ROYAL DREAMA ROYAL (NEE ESTEP) Age 77, died Sunday Jan. 11, 2009 following an extended bout with heart disease. She lived at Fox Run Retirement Community, Novi, Michigan, since 2007. A long-time resident of the Birmingham area, she was born in St Albans, W.V . She is survived by her beloved husband Richard Royal and daughters Martha (John) Cooper and Nancy (Dave) Crouch, and grandchildren Liam and Kieran Cooper and Alexander, Catherine, and Jack Crouch. Dreama was active in the music community in greater Detroit, as an adjunct professor of voice at Macomb Community College, as a private voice teacher, as a soloist at All Saints Epsicopal Church in Pontiac and as choir director at University Presbyterian Church in Rochester Hills. In their retirement Dreama and her husband, Dick, created textile art, especially for liturgical settings. A memorial service will be held Thursday, January 14 at 3:30 p.m. at Fox Run Retirement Community, Belmont building. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

RUBER DAVID J RUBER DAVID RUBER Age 59. January 16, 2009 of Flat Rock. Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and step-father. Also leaves his special four-legged friend Chika. Visitation today from 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. from Ford Chapel-Martenton Family of Funeral Homes, 23620 N. Huron River Dr., Rockwood. Funeral Services will be at 6 p.m. Online condolences at www.martenson.com.

RUCINSKI EDWARD RUCINSKI Age 91, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2009 at the Golden Living Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Ed is preceded in death by his wife, Jean, with whom he was married for 58 years. He is also preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Francis Rucinski and brother, John. Ed was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 19, 1917. Ed served during World War II from 1941 to 1945 as a Sergeant in the United States Army Infantry stationed in the Aleutian Islands. For his service in the Army he received a Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Ribbon, Asiatic Pacific Ribbon with one Bronze star, and four overseas bars. After his service was over, he went back home to Detroit, Michigan where he began his career as a carpenter. He worked on building homes and apartments and later in his career helped to build Big Boy restaurants in Michigan. He never said no to a neighbor who needed help with their carpentry projects. Edward was a member of Carpenters Local 118/687 in Michigan for 59 years and a Life Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6896 in Detroit, Michigan. Ed also had a dance band in which he played the accordion. He loved to pull out the accordion and play for people. Ed was an accomplished builder who built his own home in Allen Park, Michigan where he and his wife, Genieve Cibulski Rucinski, lived after they were married on November 22, 1947. Together they raised a daughter, Roslin J. Walker. Ed is survived by his daughter, Roz and son-in-law, Rick, one granddaughter, Victoria Smith, and her husband, Jason, along with many nieces and nephews. There will be family-only viewing. Mass will be held Friday, January 9, 2009 at 11 a.m. at St. Brigid in Alpharetta. A private burial will be held in Savannah, Georgia on Saturday, January 10, 2009. In lieu of flowers, remembrances can be made to: Alzheimer's Association—Georgia Chapter, 1925 Century Blvd., Suite 10, Atlanta, GA 30345.

RUEHR EMILY D RUEHR EMILY RUEHR Age 73 of Farmington, passed away December 28, 2008. She is preceded in death by her husband, Norman and parents, Ernest and Edna Krampitz. A private memorial will be held at a later date. Remembrances may be made to Angela Hospice or the Alcona Humane Society.

RUMBAUGH BETTE JEAN RUMBAUGH BETTE RUMBAUGH Age 89, January 11, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Chester B. Loving mother of Deborah (Richard) Ellsworth. Sister of the late Joann Gard. Grandmother of Jason, Joanne and Jeffrey. Great-grandmother of Sarah. Aunt of Janet Burley and Lori Johnson. Visitation 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Road, Livonia. Funeral Services at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers Assoc. or American Cancer Society. Share a memory online at www.rggrharris.com

RUMPH MARVIN J RUMPH MARVIN RUMPH age 92; December 31, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Bernadine; loving father of Gerald (Geri), Marlene (the late Bob) Appledorn, Paul (Patti), Barbara (Ron) Swain, Kathy (Pete) Giacalone and the late Thomas; proud grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 10; dearest brother of Theresa (Bill) Adams; dear brother-in-law of the late Raymond (Mary) Biermann. Past President of O.L Queen of All Saints Seniors Citizens. Visitation Friday 2 to 9 p.m with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday In State 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Church, 31470 Cyril (off Masonic btw. Utica & Hayes) until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "Online Guestbook" at wujekCalcaterra.com

RUPP DOROTHY ANNE DALIAN RUPP DOROTHY DALIAN RUPP DOROTHY RUPP DOROTHY ANNE RUPP (Nee DALIAN)Former Southgate Councilwoman and entertainer Dorothy Anne Rupp died Thursday, January 1, 2009, in Ormond Beach, Florida. She was 74. A memorial service is planned for 10 a.m. January 17 at Evangelical Baptist Church, Taylor. She will be interred at Flat Rock Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Rupp was born December 17, 1934, in Detroit. She graduated from St. Anthony Catholic High School in 1952 Mrs. Rupp is survived by a son, Michael Alfaro Anthony, Denise Merchant, Jody Ward, Lisa Doherty, Monica Daniels, brother, Anthony Dalian; 18 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

RUPPRECHT DOROTHY C RUPPRECHT DOROTHY RUPPRECHT of Commerce Twp., formerly of Saginaw; January 4, 2009; at 97 years of age. Wife of the late Rudolph; loving mother of Ann (Dennis) Alvis; beloved grandmother of Christa (Steve) Nahs, Gregory (Michelle) Alvis and Jeffrey (Sandra) Alvis; great grandmother of Brady, Brooklynn and Kyla Nahs and Aubrey and Drew Alvis. Preceded in death by a sister Grace Ford. Dorothy liked to read and knit. She was active in her home parish of St. Helen s Catholic Church in Saginaw. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, 5481 Dixie Highway, Waterford. Entombent Oakwood Mausoleum in Saginaw. The family will receive friends at church on Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of Mass. Arrangements by COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. To send a private condolence, go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select guestbook. 

RUSHIN MARY G RUSHIN MARY RUSHIN December 29, 2008. Age 92 of Livonia. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Dear mother of Marilyn (Chester) Siembor and the late Carol. Loving grandmother of Michael and Matthew. Sister of Frances, Josephine, Beatrice, Peter, and the late Anna and Marie. Visitation Thursday 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary 7 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. In state Friday 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 27101 W. Chicago, Redford. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church.

RUSS ALLEN E RUSS ALLEN RUSS Age 78 of Rochester Hills, formerly of Royal Oak, died January 15, 2009. Beloved husband of Irene Gildner Russ for over 55 years. Father of Craig (Dawn Stamper) Russ and Shari Russ. Also survived by two grandchildren and one great grandchild. Brother of Wilbur (Eyla) Russ, Michael and Paul Russ. Service 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Lutheran Church, 1011 W. University Drive in Rochester. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Drive in Rochester. Memorial contributions to Lutheran Adoption Services, 8131 E. Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48214 would be greatly appreciated.

RUTHA CECELIA RUTHA Age 88. January 20, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Loving mother of Constance (Tom) Samul and Dorean (Randy) Pearson. Proud grandmother of Richard (Sara) Samul, Elizabeth Samul, Rebecca and Adam Pearson. Visitation Thursday 3-8 p.m. and funeral Friday 11 a.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to a charity of donor's choice. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

RUTHA LEONARD T RUTHA LEONARD RUTHA Age 93. December 21, 2008, of Taylor. Beloved husband of Veronica. Dearest father of Marie (Tony) Niemiec, Carol (Ron) Pomorski, and Marilynn (Ed) Pokoj. Dear grandfather of seven and great grandfather of seven. Loving brother of Virginia Kuss. Memorial Service Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Alfred Catholic Church, 9500 Banner, Taylor. Arrangements by Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, Taylor Chapel. www.howepeterson.com \

RYAN THOMAS K RYAN THOMAS RYAN 75, December 23, 2008. Beloved brother of Elizabeth Valentine (Merrill) and Rosemary Ryan. Dear uncle of one niece and two nephews. Memorial Service January 17, at St. Theodore Catholic Church, 8200 Wayne Rd., Westland, Visting 11 a.m., Funeral Service 11:30 a.m.

RYBINSKI ARTHUR G RYBINSKI ARTHUR RYBINSKI January 19, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Jane A. Loving father of Susan L. (Mark) Elliott, Mathew J., David W. (Kim) and the late Joseph D. Grandfather of Jennifer and Maureen Elliott, Adam and Alex Rybinski. Brother of Geraldine VanLopik and Carol Chamberlain. Long time companion of Barbara Simon. Family will receive visitors Thursday 3-8 p.m. Friday 10 a.m. until 11 a.m Service of family reflections from the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Road (At Ann Arbor Trail). Share a Memorial Tribute with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com.

RZUCIDLO FRANK M RZUCIDLO FRANK RZUCIDLO WWII Veteran. January 11, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Bernadine. Brother of Jerome M. (Lorraine) and the late Mary and John. Funeral Wednesday at 11 a.m. from the Chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail). Family will receive visitors Tuesday 1-9 p.m. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com.

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