BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
January 2009
LAST NAME "Z"
ZABORSKI CHERYL ZABORSKI Age 57, January 9, 2009. Beloved wife of Bill. Dearest mother of Jason Deslatte and Lisa (Randy) Springer. Proud grandmother of Samantha and Zachary. Dearest daughter of Richard and the late Marjorie Krape. Dear sister of Barbara Krape, Richard Krape, Jr. and Carole Przybrowski. Arrangements entrusted to Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., (586) 677-4000. Share memories with the family at their "On line guest book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
ZACHOW HERBERT E ZACHOW JR HERBERT ZACHOW JR RED ZACHOW JR a long-time resident of Milford and Zephyrhills, FL; died on January 23, 2009; at the age of 87. He is survived by his daughter, Cathy Zachow (Steve) Purdy of Williamston; sons, Jim (Sue) Zachow of Traverse City, Doug (Julie) Zachow of Milford and Rick (Kim) Zachow of Commerce; ten grandchildren; and four great grandchildren; also surviving are his wife, Beverly Zachow of New York; and brothers, Robert (Mary) Zachow and Donald (Laweeta) Zachow; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. He was preceded in death by wives, Dorothy Zachow and Agnes Zachow, a daughter, Sandra (Bill) Pfahlert, and grandsons, Matthew and Thomas Sharpe. Red was a U.S. Army Veteran of W.W.II, a long-time Scout Master with the Clinton Valley Council of Boy Scouts of America, and was retired from the General Motors Proving Grounds, where he worked for over 28 years. A Funeral Service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, on Monday, January 26, at 11 a.m. Friends may visit Sunday, 3 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made in his name to the Clinton Valley Council of Boy Scouts of America, 1100 County Center Drive West, Waterford, MI 48328-1903. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
ZAK JAMES A ZAK JAMES ZAK age 61; of Fenton, formerly of Highland; passed away on January 29, 2009. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janis; loving children, Lauren Bouchard, Michael (Aimee) Zak and Andrea Zak; dear grandchildren, Scott, Brett, Olivia and Zofia; siblings, Rosemary (Dan) Callahan, Richard Zak, Jerry (Kathy) Zak, Elizabeth (Jim) Christopher and Karen (Dan) Lopez; also survived by many extended family members and dear friends. Funeral from Church of the Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Road, Highland, Monday, 10 a.m. Father Leo Lulko to officiate. Burial Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Sunday, 2 to 9 p.m., Rosary 6 p.m. For further information please call 248-684-6645 or www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
ZALEWSKI CONSTANCE A ZALEWSKI CONSTANCE ZALEWSKI Age 71. December 31, 2008. Former wife of the late Frank Zalewski and Anthony Boscarino. Dear mother of Michael (Sheila) Zalewski. Loving grandmother of Zachary, Sean, Brett, and Mallory. Sister of Freda (Bob) Allen, Emily Obrycki, Lillian Kucharski, the late Jean Bawol, the late John Lania, and the late Stanley Lania. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. with Funeral Services Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre (1 block S. of 13 Mile Rd.), Madison Heights. Interment Christian Memorial Cultural Center. Memorials to the Salvation Army.
ZALOGA BERNICE DOLORES ZALOGA BERNICE ZALOGA May 26, 1928-January 17, 2009. Born in Detroit, Bernice was a resident of Harrison Township for 25 years. She worked at Farmer Jack as a cashier and was a member of St. Hubert Catholic Church. She is survived by her son David and numerous nieces, nephews, and Godchildren. Bernice was a loving mother, aunt, and Godmother. Memorial Service Saturday, January 24, 2009 at St. Hubert's Church, 38775 Prentiss, Mt. Clemens 48043 at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements made by Wm. R. Hamilton Co., Mt. Clemens. Fr. Blondell will officiate.
ZAREMBERG JEAN JOSEPH ZAREMBERG JEAN ZAREMBERG Beloved wife of the late Morris Zaremberg and the late Charles Joseph. Dear mother of Joyce (Michael) Rosett and Kenny (Isa) Joseph. Loving grandmother of Lynn Chio, Laurie (Tod) Fynke, Charles (Rachel) Joseph and Robert (Rebecca) Joseph. Devoted great-grandmother of Adam, Julie, Alex, Ryan, Devyn, Dylan, Emma and Ty. Dearest sister of Ethel Schwartz and the late Benjamin (the late Beatrice) Baskin. SERVICES FRIDAY 12 NOON AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, MI (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT OAKVIEW CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com
ZAMBOROWSKI DAVID J ZAMBOROWSKI DAVID ZAMBOROWSKI COWBOY ZAMBOROWSKI Age 31, of Brighton, passed away December 20, 2008. He was a member of G.H.O. David is survived by his son Michael Zamborowski, daughter Ashley Williams; parents Leo and Peggy Van Sickle; two brothers Samuel and Joshua (Bonnie)Van Sickle; grandparents Brenda (Michael) Hynes, Charles (Frances) Zamborowski; and his fiancée Heather Myers. A Funeral was held on Dec. 27, Saturday, at PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME, South Lyon. Online guestbook www.phillipsfuneral.com
ZELAZNY JOSEPH ZELAZNY Age 90. January 1, 2009 of Dearborn Hgts. Beloved husband of the late Frances. Loving father of Jack (Barbara) Zelazny and the late Robert (Rosemary) Ennis. Dear grandfather of Jeffrey, Andy, Bobby Jr., John and Gina. Also survived by 7 great grandchildren. He served in the U.S. Army as a Staff Sergeant in WWII and received two Bronze Stars and one Purple Heart. Visitation at the Voran Funeral Home (Dearborn Chapel), 23701 Ford Rd., Sunday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. Funeral Monday, January 5, 2009 at Divine Child Catholic Church, instate 9:00 a.m. until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. www.voranfuneralhome.com
ZELINKA PATRICIA J ZELINKA PATRICIA ZELINKA January 19, 2009. Beloved wife of Donald. Dear mother of Donna (Robert) Fedorov, Richard and Diana (Tim) Campau. Grandmother of David, Robert, Brandi, Amy and Shani. Also survived by four great-grandchildren, two sisters and one brother. Memorial visitation Friday 4-7 p.m. at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail). Memorial Services Saturday 11 a.m. at St. Damian Catholic Church, 30055 Joy Rd. (West of Middlebelt Rd.). Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com
ZELLMAN LILLIAN ZELLMAN Beloved wife of the late Edward; loving mother of Melvin (Arlene) Zellman; dear grandmother of Shaila (Keith) Newman and Daniel (Melinda Porter) Zellman. Services were held Tuesday at Machpelah Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL 248-543-1622.
ZIEGLER HARRY GARRETT ZIEGLER JR HARRY ZIEGLER JR YATES VIRGINIA KATHERINE1925-2009. Devoted husband of Patricia. Father of John A. (Leslee), Jeffrey W. (Eileen), Julie E. Falls (Alan), and grandfather of six. He is survived by brother Hal W. Ziegler and sister Dee A. Allison. A Radioman in the United States Navy Submarine Service during WWII, he later graduated from Kenyon College where he was a member of Psi Upsilon Fraternity. Professionally, he was the owner of H.G. Ziegler and Associates and was personally involved as a Scoutmaster in the Boy Scouts of America and as a member of the Advent Episcopal Church. He was also an avid golfer and life-long stamp collector. Visitation at McCabe Funeral Home, Tuesday, January 20 from 4-7 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, January 21, 11 a.m. at Advent Epsicopal Church, 3325 Middlebelt Road, Orchard Lake, MI 48323. Donations to ALS of Michigan.
ZIEMBA WILLIAM ZIEMBA Age 87, January 25, 2009. Resident of Warren, MI and Brooksville, FL. Dear husband of Barbara (Steensma). Loving father of William (Kathy), Ronald (Sheila), William Steensma and proud grandfather of Jennifer, William, Ronald, Christopher, and Tyler Steensma. Great-grandfather of William, Lily, Clair, and Isabella. Predeceased by wife, Helen (Novak) Ziemba in 1986, daughter Linda Ziemba and step-daughter Patricia Steensma. Retired from Chrysler Sterling Stamping in 1984. Bowled a 300 in 1973. Loved and cherished, their dog Louie. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Wednesday 7 p.m. Funeral service Thursday 10 a.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (one block N. of 12 Mile), Warren. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation.
ZIMMER DORETHA O ZIMMER DORETHA ZIMMER January 4, 2009, was born in Forest, Indiana to parents Edward and Belzora Smelser. She was preceded in death by her parents and previous husbands Emory and Hukill, and a brother Ophir Smelser of Buffalo, Indiana. She is survived by her sister Kathleen Stavropulos of Lincoln Park, MI and five nephews in Florida, Donald (Eula) Smelser, Edward (Kathy) Smelser, Dale Smelser, William (Sheila) Smelser, and James (Kathy) Smelser. Doretha was an active community person. She had five Beauty Salons in the downriver communities of River Rouge, Wyandotte, Trenton, Lincoln Park and Southwest Detroit. She also managaed Virginia Farrell Career Beauty School on Fort and Southfield in Lincoln Park. She owned and managed several apartment buildings. She had the honor of serving two terms as one of the first women to be President of a Chamber of Commerce in Lincoln Park. She retired from her last remaining Salon in Lincoln Park after 45 years in the same location at Mayflower and Fort St. In her last years she resided at her home on River Road in St. Clair, MI. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, that donations be made to Heartland Hospice. Visitation will be at the John K. Solosy Funeral Home, 3206 Fort, Lincoln Park, Tuesday from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Burial will take place in St. Paul Cemetery, Forest, Indiana.
ZIMMER GLADYS THERESA ZIMMER GLADYS ZIMMER GLADYS CONNELLY ZIMMER (nee Connelly) Age 92. January 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Linn (d.2004). Loving mother of Mary Catherine (Jim) Corbin, Peggy (Bob) Cassey and Larry (Chris) Zimmer. Also Seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Sister-in-law of Arthur Montagne, Kathleen Connelly, Shirley Catsman, and Robert Peterson. Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd (btwn. 14-15 Mile Rds) Friday, Jan. 30, 5-8 p.m. Prayers 7 p.m. Funeral from St. Columban Church, 1775 Melton, Birmingham, Saturday, Jan. 31, 9:30 a.m. Friends may visit at church beginning at 9 a.m. Remembrances may be sent to: Patna Jesuit Missions, 7303 W. 7 Mile, Detroit, MI 48221. Obituary and condolences at: lynchfuneraldirectors.com
ZIMMERMAN OTTILIE ZIMMERMAN Age 98 of Marine City, died Wednesday, December 31, 2008 in Beaumont Hospital, Grosse Pointe. Mrs. Zimmerman was born in Iversheim, Germany, March 4, 1910. She was predeceased by her husband Herman, son Earnest and grandson Brian. She is survived by her beloved children Herman O. (Marilyn) and Larry J. (Stuart Itzkowitz); grandchildren Mark (Ranee), Dean (Eileen), Scott (Pamela), Craig (Diane), and Kevin (Stacy); 11 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great-grandchildren and loving friend Irmgard Ulmen. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Celebration is scheduled at Holy Cross Church in Marine City for Saturday, January 3 at 10:30 a.m. Family will accept visitors one hour prior to the Service. Visitation Friday 4-9 p.m. at Young Funeral Home, 4061 St. Clair Highway, East China, MI (810) 329-4766. In lieu of flowers the family strongly requests memorial contributions to the Marine City Scholarship Fund or Holy Cross Parish Flower Fund.
ZUZICH ANN POLENTZ ZUZICH ANN ZUZICH age 90, of Holland, died Sunday, January 11, 2009. She lived at Oak Crest Manor in Holland, MI. Ann was an Associate Professor at Wayne State School of Nursing; served as a former President of the Michigan Nurses Association, Citizens for Better Care and ARC/Michigan. She was an active member and volunteer at the National Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak. She had a passion for individuals with developmental disabilities that led to advocacy at the state and national levels. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank, in 1983 and a son, Francis, in 1965. She is survived by her children; Paul and Mary Zuzich of Tempe, AZ, Marge and Carey Bakker of Holland and Michael Zuzich of Romeo, MI; grandchildren, Michael Zuzich and Maria (Zuzich) Ries; a great grandson, Chase Ries; and a sister-in-law, Vera and John Kerastas of Farmington Hills, MI. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 171 W 13th St., Holland, with Fr. Fred Hoesli officiating. Burial will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield, MI. Visiting hours are scheduled for 5-7p.m. on Tuesday with Rosary Prayers at 6:00p.m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice and St. Francis de Sales Church. Arrangements are by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, Holland and an online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com
ZYLIK MICHAEL K ZYLIK MD MICHAEL ZYLIK MD December 31, 2008. Graduated from Phillips University in Germany; Universite Catholique De Louvain Medical School in Belgium. Internal Medicine at Cornell University, Radiology at Providence and Harper Hospitals. Diplomate of the American Board of Radiology, AMA, Wayne, State and Roentgen Ray Societies. Chief Radiologist at River District and Almont Community Hospitals. Emergency Physician at Cottage Hospital in Grosse Pointe. Radiologist at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Detroit. Commanding officer in the USAF Hospital in Bordeaux, France. The Medical profession, history and music were his passions. Spoke six languages. Wayne County Medical Society Award in recognition of fifty years in Medicine. A mentor to many. Survived by his wife of 57 years Tatiana; daughter Margaret, son Dr. Joseph and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2 p.m. until prayers at 5 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods. ahpeters.com
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