BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
November 2008
LAST NAME "K"
KAHAEL RUDY KAHAEL Age 72. Died November 9, 2008. Dear husband of the late Joyce. Loving father of Michael (Dorene), Keith (Karah), and the late Diane. Grandfather of Krystal, Ashley, Kody, Katelyn, and Kameron. Dear brother of Fred (Beverly). Memorial Service will be held at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blks East of Van Dyke) Utica on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Contributions appreciated to Trinity Lutheran Church, Utica. Share a memory with the family at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
KALANDJIAN MYDA M KALANDJIAN MYDA KALANDJIAN Age 48. Wife of the late Raffi. Loving and devoted mother to Taline, Maral, Razmig and Tamar. Dear daughter of Nennette (the late Dr. Krikor) Merametdjian. Dear sister of Sevahn Merian, Arax (Boris) Ryvkin and Krikor Merametdjian. Dear sister-in-law of Armig (the late Garbis) Kalandjian. Dear aunt of Brandon Ryvkin, Alec, Sandra and Christine Kalandjian. Also loved by uncles, aunts, cousins and many friends. Visitation Today 6-9 p.m. Prayers 8 p.m. at St. Johns Armenian Church, 22001 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield (248-569-3405). In state Wednesday at the church 10 a.m until 11 a.m. Funeral Service. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Family request in lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Kalandjian Family Trust. Arrangements entrusted to the Edward Korkoian Funeral Home, 248-541-8325.
KALISZEWSKI CASIMER W KALISZEWSKI CASIMER KALISZEWSKI November 21, 2008, age 82. Beloved husband of the late Dolores. Loving father of Bridget (Mark) Blackwell and Dennis (Patty). Proud and loving grandfather of Kelly, Katherine, Emily, Dennis, Nolan, and Nathan. Dear uncle of Sharon, cousin and friend of Gerry Davis and dearest friend of Ann Caruso. Mr. Kaliszewski was proud to be a retired Detroit Police Officer. Visitatiotn Sunday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Please share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
KALNICK LARRY J KALNICK LARRY KALNICK of Trenton. November 9, 2008. Age 77. Beloved husband of Barbara. Loving father of the late Steven (Jeanne), Gloria (James) Cavalier, and Lorene (Christopher) Bouchard. Dear grandfather of Carl, Sarah Lynn, and Josiah. Larry performed as "Blackgold the Magician." Visitation Thursday 1-9 p.m. at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak Street, Wyandotte (734) 285-9000. Funeral Service Friday, in state 10:15 until 10:45 a.m. at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 2441 Nichols St., Trenton. Service at 11 a.m. Memorials suggested to Chronic Disease Fund (866) 619-5651.
KANITRA DOLORES A KANITRA DOLORES KANITRA DOLORES VIGNALI (nee VIGNALI) Died suddenly on November 8, 2008. Age 79. Beloved wife of the late Steve. Loving mother of Stephen (Theresa), Catherine, Susan and John (Anne). Grandmother of Christopher, Matthew, John and Michael. Family will receive friends Tuesday November 11, 2008 3 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile, Livonia, Michigan 48152.
KARNER KIMBERLY LUKE KARNER KIMBERLY KARNER Age 52. Went home to be with the Lord, November 19, 2008. Beloved daughter of Mary and the late Henry Luke. Sister of Sherry Luke, Denise (Joe) Wright, and the late H. Daniel Luke. Precious aunt of JenaFer (Scott) Kowalski, Joshua (Jodi) Wright, Zachary (Julia) Wright, Courtney (Josh) Baker, and Jillian Wright. Great-aunt of Tyler, Drew, and Madison Kowalski. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith" (2 Timothy 4:7). Private services have been held. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com.
KARPEN KAREN A KARPEN KAREN KARPEN KAREN A JARKIEWICZ KAREN JARKIEWICZ Age 60. November 26, 2008. Beloved wife of Ted. Loving mother of Terri (Mark) Leo and Ted (Lisa). Dearest daughter of Joan Jarkiewicz and the late Leonard Jarkiewicz. Dear grandmother of Mark Jr., Autumn, and Edward. Sister of Dennis (Marstyne) Jarkiewicz. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation Saturday 1-5 pm immediately followed by a 5 pm Memorial Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 Mile Road). In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are appreciated to National Multiple Sclerosis Society Michigan Chapter. Please share memories at: www.Temrowski.com
KARR ROBERT J KARR ROBERT KARR Age 90 of Wyandotte; November 15, 2008. Mr. Karr was a member of the Instrument Society of America and was a successful self-employed inventor for 50 years. He is survived by his wife Doris; his nephews William (Valerie) Jambeau, Larry (Judy) Jambeau, and Fred Karr; his nieces Jeanne (Larry) Todd, Suzanne Jambeau, and Carolyn (Ken) Dent; and his friends Bruce Tackett and Julie Shepard. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, November 22, 2008 from 10 a.m. until the time of the memorial service 11 a.m. at the R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte. Online guestbook and obituary at: www.nixonfuneralhome.com
KASCHALK MARGARET MARY KASCHALK MARGARET KASCHALK Age 82, November 19, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Leo Kaschalk. Loving mother of Elizabeth (Mark) Minbiole, Christine (Pat) Pietrangelo, Theresa (Nicholas) Mares, Richard (Laurene) Kaschalk, Michael (Julie) Kaschalk, Susanne Kaschalk, John (Regina) Kaschalk, Albert (Linda) Kaschalk, Dolores (Douglas) Sheffer and Jeanette (Jeffrey) Jaster. Dear grandmother of 20. Loving sister of Dolores (John) Diefenbach, Marvin (Emeline) Schulte and the late Ruth Kapala, Jerome Schulte, Eugene Schulte, and Joan Hotton. Visitation Saturday from 3-9 p.m. and Sunday from 1-9 p.m. at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8½ Mile Road. Rosary Sunday 7:30 p.m. In state Monday 9 a.m. at St. Basil the Great Catholic Church, 22860 Schroeder, Eastpointe until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Twp. Share memories at www.schultzfuneralhome.com.
KASHOUTY PATSY KASHOUTY PATSY BELL KASHOUTY (nee BELL) of Capac, formerly of Armada. Beloved wife of Jack Kashouty and the late Robert E. Moore. Dearest mother of Pamela (George) Whiting, Patrice (Jim) Moeller, Penny (Don) Penzien and Peggy (Scott) Penzien. Dearest step-mother of Michael (Theresa) Kashouty; dear sister of the late Darlene Hunt and Mary Ann Hicks; loving grandmother of 12 and great-grandmother of two. Service Friday 10 a.m. at Tiffany-Young and Hauss Funeral Home, 73919 North Ave., Armada. Visitation Wednesday 1-9 p.m. and Thursday 6-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to family appreciated.
KAY THOMAS N KAY THOMAS KAY November 8, 2008, age 82. Beloved husband of the late Gloria. Loving father of Dennis (Sandy), Deborah (Frank) Zdankiewicz and Pamela (David) Rorabaugh. Loving grandmother of Ryan, Eric, Jared, Jacob, Amanda, Frankie, Lisa, Tina and McKay. Great-grandfather of six. Dearest brother of Grace Wise. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Wednesday 7:00 p.m. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. time of Mass at St. Paul of Tarsus Church, 41300 Romeo Plank at Canal Rd. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to the American Cancer Society appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
KEITH SHIRLEY KEITH 83, formerly of Dearborn. Loving wife of Lowell "Bud" Keith. Dearest sister of Ethel (Jesse) Richards, six nieces and nephews, many grand nieces and nephews and her special friends Fred and Cynthia Page. She is preceded in death by her brother Edward Eichstead. A Simple Farewell will be Sunday, 2 p.m. at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Hamburg Chapel. Memorials are suggested to Odyssey Hospice. Visitation 1 p.m. until the time of service. Please leave a Message of Comfort to Shirley's family by calling, 877-231-7900 or sign her guestbook at borekjennings.com.
KELLY JAMES M KELLY JR JAMES KELLY JR Age 81 of Stow, Ohio and a 34 year resident of Hudson, OH. Beloved husband of Muriel S. (nee Shields). Dear father of Margaret (James) Burnham and Elizabeth (Bernard) Kois. Grandfather of Nathan and Sean McMinn, Sarah and Abigail Kois. Brother of Patricia Libengood and Joyce (Russell) Spletzer. Died Tuesday, November 18, 2008. U.S. Navy Veteran. Mr. Kelly retired from Bowman Distribution in Cleveland, OH in 1992. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to Alzheimer's Association of Akron, 1815 West Market St., Akron, OH, 44313. Memorial Services 12:30 p.m., Saturday, November 22, 2008 at First Congregational Church of Hudson, 47 Aurora St., Hudson, OH. Arrangements by Johnson-Romito, A Golden Rule Funeral Home, Hudson, OH, 330-650-4181.
KENNEDY DENISE SWANSON KENNEDY DENISE KENNEDY Age 50 of Ft. Wayne passed away on Friday, November 21, 2008 at her home surrounded by her family and friends. Born November 27, 1957 to Pauline and Fred Swanson of Grosse Pointe, Michigan, Denise was one of five children. She is survived by her mother, her brother Wayne of Troy, Michigan, her sisters Annetta Saroli of Boynton Beach, Florida, Kathy Trupe of Bloomfield, Michigan, and Michelle Soderquist of Caloma, Michigan, along with many nieces and nephews. Denise graduated from L'Anse Creuse High School in Harrison Township Michigan. On August 24, 1984 she married Bruce Kennedy. He passed away in 2005. She is survived by her four children Aaron Franz and Megan, Sarah and Alyssa Kennedy, of Fort Wayne. In lieu of flowers, make donations payable to Lungs for Life. A memorial service will be held at a later date. www.CovingtonMemorial.com
KENNEDY SARAH LOUISE KENNEDY SARAH KENNEDY November 24, 2008, age 82. Beloved wife of 59 years to Robert. Dear mother of Kevin (Claricesa), Brent (Madeline), Kathleen, Brian (Cheryl), Maura Schreibman, Colleen Forgash and Karen. Loving grandmother of Mark, Kristin, Jamie, Eric, Cayla, Matthew, Chelsea, Phillip and Katie. Great grandmother of Molly and Meg. Family will receive friends Friday, 2-8 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd. (between Maple and Big Beaver) with Scripture Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Saturday 11 a.m. at Guardian Angels Church, 581 E. Fourteen Mile Rd., Clawson. Visitation at church begins at 10:30 a.m. Rite of Committal White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial Tributes to American Cancer Society. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
KEOUGH WILLIAM R KEOUGH WILLIAM KEOUGH BOB KEOUGH November 20, 2008 Age 91 Founder of Atmosphere Furnace Company. Beloved husband of "Toni". Dear father of Patrice Gibson, William M. (Gina) and John R. (Nancy). Step-father of Michael and Patrick O'Mara. Grandfather of Eric, Kevin, Bonnie, Scott, Sara, Josh, Ian and Lane. Also survived by five great grandchildren. Memorial luncheon Sunday, November 23rd, 12:30 p.m. at The Birmingham Community House, 380 S. Bates, Birmingham. Memorial tributes to the charity of donor's choice appreciated. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
KEPPINGER JOHN J KEPPINGER JOHN KEPPINGER Age 91 of St. Clair Shores. Beloved brother of Elizabeth (Gerald) Rowan. Dearest uncle of Susan (Charlie) Callison, Barbara (Terry) Bowen, Patricia (Chris) Mroch and the late Gerald Rowan. Loving great uncle to Matthew and Michael Mroch and Gerry and Leah Callison. Visitation Sunday 4-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Twp. Services Monaday 10 a.m. at the funeral home.
KERSTEN SHIRLEY SCHROEDER KERSTEN SHIRLEY KERSTEN (NEE SCHROEDER)December 28, 2008, age 79. Beloved wife of Galen for 56 years. Loving mother of Jeffrey (Cynthia), Galen (Anne) and Kimberly (David Lagerquist). Grandmother of Travis, Ashley, Alayna, Brooke, Hunter and Paige. Also survived by sister, Beverly Allison (Clem). Family will receive friends Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers and Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave (between 13 and 14 Mile). Funeral service Wednesday 11 a.m. at Our Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2225 E. 14 Mile Rd., Birmingham. Visitation at church at 10 am Memorial tributes to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, 386 Park Ave. S., 17th Floor, New York, NY 10016. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
KESKENY KENNETH P KESKENY KENNETH KESKENY November 20, 2008. Age 76 of Dearborn. Beloved husband of Susan for 28 years. Loving son of Julia. Dearest brother of William, Raymond, Dolores Watson, and the late Frederick and Albert Jr. Special uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Sunday from 2-8 p.m. with a scripture service at 7 p.m. at the Voran Funeral Home (5900 Allen Rd.), Allen Park Chapel. Mr. Keskeny will be in state on Monday from 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Constance Catholic Church, Taylor, MI 48180. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield, MI. The family suggests please, in lieu of flowers, donations to St. Constance St. Vincent DePaul. Please visit our on line guest book at www.voranfuneralhome.com.
KIBAT KENNETH KIBAT Age 65, November 20, 2008. Beloved husband to the late Marce. Loving father to Nicole (Bill) and Therese (Keith) Beverly, grandfather to Ian, Cody, Travis and Kasey. Faithful and loving son to Bernie and the late Ervie Kibat. Brother and best friend of Allan (Janice). Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Caring son-in-law and brother-in-law and an exceptional friend to many. Ken worked at Ford Motor Co. for 33 years, retired 5 years ago and enjoyed his retirement immensely. Visitation will be at Martenson Funeral Home, 10915 Allen Road Allen Park, MI. Please contact the funeral home at (313)-386-6600 for service arrangements.
KICIAK JERRY KICIAK Age 61. Beloved son of Anastasia and the late Wasyl. Dear father of Nicholas, Michael and Andrew. Loving brother of Irene (Leonard) Maciborski, Walter (Terry) and Jim. Dearest uncle of Brian, Marie, Alana and Mary. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile (NW. corner of 18 and Ryan Rd.). Parish Prayers 7 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 10 a.m. at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church (Ryan Rd., just S. of 11 Mile) in Warren.
KLEIN VERONICA CECELIA KLEIN VERONICA KLEIN Age 99. Born April 1, 1909. Died November 25, 2008. Beloved wife of the late John. Dearest mother of Rosalie (Ronald) Lambrecht, John (Sandra) Klein, and Jim Klein. Dearest grandmother of nine grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Loving sister of the late Marie Pace, Josephine Nawrocki, Walter Zielinski, and Anna Sunal. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Friday with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Haper, St. Clair Shores (between 12 and 13 Mile Rd.). In state Saturday 9 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church with the Funeral Mass at 10 a.m.
KLEMM REINHARD KLEMM November 12, 2008, age 70. Beloved husband of Ursula for 46 cherished years. Loving father of David (Cherie) and Heidi (Brian) Chaplin. Proud Opa of Jessica, Becky, Joshua, Andrew and Jenna. Dear brother of Ursula Klemm, Christel Weber, and Herbert (Eva) Klemm. Predeceased by nine brothers and sisters. Visitation Friday 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Funeral Saturday, in state 10 a.m. at Hope Lutheran Church, 32400 Hoover (btwn. 14 Mile Rd. and Masonic) until time of service 11 a.m. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
KLESCIC, CLELLA JEAN KLESCIC CLELLA KLESCIC; November 17, 2008; of West Bloomfield; age 80. Loving wife of the late Carl; beloved mother of James (Patricia) Klescic of Waterford; grandmother of Jamie (Daniel) Keeley of Mesa, AZ; sister of Barbara Hutcheson of Mesa, AZ; aunt of Karen Strickland and Alan (Anne) Hutcheson, both of Mesa, AZ; also survived by cousin, Sally (Russ) Waggener; dearest friends, Jerry and Corky Miller, Bea Mazur, and Jean Taylor of the old Buxton Court group. Jean enjoyed spending time with her family and faithful Labrador, Spook, as well as camping trips, the old neighborhood get-togethers and especially spending time with her granddaughter, Jamie. The family wishes to express its gratitude to the nurses and staff on the ICU and Hospice floors at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Pontiac, MI. Thank you for all your compassion and "hugs." As was Jean's request, there will be no funeral service. She will be cremated and interned with her husband at Great Lakes National Cemetery, in Holly, MI. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Donations can be made to the Hospice care unit at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Pontiac, MI. Arrangements entrusted to Pixley Funeral Home Godhardt-Tomlinson Chapel. Share a memory at www.mem.com
KOBYLAS KENNETH KOBYLAS Age 48, November 10, 2008. Beloved son of Stanley and the late Jessie. Dearest brother of John (Pamela). Dear uncle of Taylar and Brad. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 12-9 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (one block N. of 12 Mile) Warren. Memorial Mass Friday 11 a.m. at St. Cletus Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association.
KOESTER MAXWELL ANDREW KOESTER MAXWELL KOESTER November 17, 2008. Age 6. Beloved son of Ame Elizabeth (Scott Jacklyn) Koester and Timothy Andrew (Keri) Koester. Dear brother and best friend of Griffin James Koester. Dear step-brother of Michael and McKenna Palys, and Marissa and Justin Jacklyn. Dear grandson of David and Janice McCatty, Sandra (Keith) Birberick, and Timothy (Susan) Koester. Dear nephew of Douglas Koester, Matt McCatty, and Trevor Birberick. Great-grandson of Maxine and the late Gordon Rice, Marjorie and the late James McCatty, Pat and Freeman Griffin, and Emil and Helen Koester. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Visitation Friday from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (at NW corner of Ryan). In state Saturday at 10 a.m. for a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. at Greenfield Presbyterian Church, 2312 Greenfield Rd. (2 blocks N. of 11 Mile Rd.), Berkley. Memorials may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation. Maxwell was a wonderful little boy who was instantly loved by everyone. He was a first-grader at Indian Hills Elementary School, Washington Township. Max loved football, dirt-bike riding, basketball, and all animals. We will all miss him more than words can say.
KOHL, CAROL J KOHL CAROL KOHL.; age 91; of Rochester; November 22, 2008. A life-long resident of Rochester, she graduated in 1935 from Rochester High School and then from Michigan State University. She taught for many years at the Woodward School in Rochester, retiring in 1975. Wife of the late Earl; mother of Kenneth Kohl of Rochester, Sharon (Ronald) Savage of Pontiac, and Allan (Julia) Kohl of Kent City; grandmother of Shannon Kohl; sister of Lois Little, Burton Juengel, Oliver Juengel, Verne Juengel, and the late June Turgeon. Funeral Service 11 a.m. Wednesday from First Congregational Church, 1315 N. Pine St. in Rochester. Visitation Monday 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Drive in Rochester. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions in Carol's name be made to the First Congregational Church or the donor's choice.
KOHLER JOHN G KOHLER JOHN KOHLER Age 46. Dear father of Laurin. Son of Helen (Michael) Yank and the late Edwin Kohler. Brother of Michael (Theresa), Edwin, and Mark (Renee). Grandson of Laurine Kohler. Former husband of Gail Jones. Visitation Sunday 3 p.m. until time of service 5 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Rd. (S. of 18 Mi). Memorials for his daughter's college fund would be appreciated. Share memories at: www.mem.com
KOLASINSKI ANTHONY THOMAS KOLASINSKI ANTHONY KOLASINSKI Pinckney, MI, age 67, died November 18, 2008. He was born July 6, 1941, and was the beloved husband of Patricia J. Kolasinski. He is also survived by daughter, Denise Barney, son, Anthony (Elena) Kolasinski, and four grandchildren. A Mass for Mr Kolasinski will be held at St. Mary Catholic Parish, 10601 Dexter-Pinckney Rd. Pinckney, MI 48169, (734) 878-3161, on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. A luncheon will follow. Arrangements by Generations.
KOPECK STANLEY J KOPECK STANLEY KOPECK November 20 2008. Beloved husband of the late Barbara. Dearest father of Lawrence and Phillip (Susan). Grandfather of Steven and Alex. Brother of the late Walter. Brother-in-law of Stella. Visitation Saturday 10:30 a.m. at S.S. Peter and Paul. Mass 11 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig. Rosary Friday 7 p.m. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at the Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren.
KOPEK CASSIE KOPEK 92, of Caseville, died November 14, 2008. Wife of the late Walter. Beloved mother of Cynthia (Al) Gagnier and Raymond (Terry). Grandmother of eight, great-grandmother of six; sister of Edward and Bunny Zaloga. Preceded in death by son Rev. Robert SJ. Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Monday at St. Roch Catholic Church. Visitation noon-5 p.m. Sunday at Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville (989-856-3662). In lieu of flowers, donation to Robert Kopek Scholarship Fund, U of D High School and Academdy, 8400 S Cambridge, Detroit, MI 48221.
KOPERA MARY KOPERA Thanksgiving Day, November. 27, 2008. Age 99 of Troy. Former manager at Zuiebach's Women's Apparel. Wife of the late John. Dear mother of John F. (Janice). Grandmother of John G. (fiancee Kristin), Matthew (Jackie), Stephen (Huira) and Michael (Rachel). Great Grandmother of Mia, Lauren and David. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Friday 2-9 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd. (btwn. Maple and Big Beaver) with prayer service 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Thomas More Church, 4580 Adams Rd., Troy. Memorial Tributes to Lourdes Campus, 2300 Watkins Lake Rd., Waterford, MI 48328. View obituary and share memories at: www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
KOROGEANOS GEORGE KOROGEANOS Age 76 of Chesterfield, VA. Formerly of Melvindale, MI. November 21, 2008. Loving father of Gina Rageas and Demetria (Rich) Szellan. Beloved grandfather of Nikole Rageas, Niko Szellan, and Aleko Szellan. Dearest brother of Helen (Sam) Golematis. Preceded in death by his sister Vita Demopolis. Memorial Service Tuesday November 25, 2008 at 7:00 pm from the Allen Park Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd, Allen Park, Mi. (313) 928-2300. The family will begin greeting guests starting at 5:00 pm until the time of service. Mr. Korogeanos was the proud owner of the Carriage Stop Lounge for 30 years. George will be sadly missed by his family and by all those who loved him. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com
KOSHAR ELAINE H KOSHAR ELAINE KOSHAR Beloved wife of Charles Koshar. Loving sister of Gerry (Abe) Pasternak, Dear sister-in-law of Billie Nagler Survived by loving niece and nephews, Dr. Bill Nagler, Todd (Peggy) Nagler, Judy Pasternak, Drs. Steven (Nuchi) Scheiner, Rabbi Marty (Tammy Kornfeld) Pasternak and great nieces and nephew. Service Thursday 11:30 a.m. at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL 248-543-1622. Interment Oakview Cemetery.
KOSMOWSKI TIMOTHY KOSMOWSKI TIM KOSMOWSKI November 12, 2008, Age 53. Proud and loving father of Jaquelyn McCulley-Kosmowski. Beloved son of Thaddeus and the late Joan, and brother of Ted (Leslye) and Terrence (Jennifer). Loving uncle of Sheryl (Thomas) Perrin, Christopher Kosmowski, and Joey Kosmowski. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with an evening Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterrra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Mass at St. Clement Catholic Church, 25320 Van Dyke (N. of 10 Mile Rd.). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the family preferred. Please share memories with the family at their "On Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
KOSTELNIK MARY ANN KOSTELNIK MARY KOSTELNIK Age 56 of Wyandotte; November 16, 2008. Dearest wife of David. Loving mother of Dan Drugalis and step-mother of Jason Kostelnik and Cody Aune. Dear daughter of Antoinette Kowalczyk and the late Stanley. Sister of Jim (Nancy) Kowalczyk, Alice Grabowski and Carol (Phil) Brisbois. Proud grandmother of Daniel Leon and David Fisher. Mary Ann was a blessing to all those she came in contact with. Visitation Thursday 1-9 p.m. at R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle, Wyandotte 48192, 734-284-1600. Funeral Friday at the First United Methodist Church of Wyandotte, 72 Oak St., 10 a.m. instate until the time of the service at 11am. www.nixonfuneralhome.com
KOTCHOUBAY MAGDALENA KOTCHOUBAY Age 89. November 19, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Paul. Mother of Annick Kubik and John. Grandmother of Monique, the late Danielle, and Joshua. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, Warren. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at St. Josephat on Ryan in Warren. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.
KOTKOWSKI DOROTHY KOTKOWSKI DOROTHY RESZIWSJU (NEE RESZOWSKI) Of Romeo, MI, November 14, 2008, age 74. Beloved wife of Gerald. Dearest sister of Henrietta (the late Donald) Bergsieker and Charlotte (Clarence) Cook. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Wednesday 7:00 p.m. In state Thursday 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Rene Goupil Church, 35955 Ryan (between 15 and 16 Mile). Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
KOURY ANNAMAE KOURY Age 85. Nov. 13, 2008. Beloved Wife of the late Louis J. Loving Mother of Tim (Lynn), Nancy (Peter) MacKenzie & Kathy (Charlie) MacKenzie. Proud "Sitto" Grandmother of Jason (Amy), Stefanie (John), Brian (Donna), Kourie, Ken(Mandy), Amanda (Ray) & Chris. Great Grandmother of Matthew, Tryston, Derek, Shelby, Arek & Dylon. Visitation Sunday 2:00-9:00 p.m. Monday 3:00-9:00 p.m. Rosary Monday 8:15 p.m. A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic ( 13 1/2 Mile Rd. ), Warren. Instate Tuesday 10:00 a.m. till time of Mass 10:30 a.m. St Athanasius Catholic Church. 18720 Thirteen Mile Rd. (W. of Gratiot), Roseville. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. www.ahpeters.com
KOVACIC IRENE KOVACIC Age 81, November 11, 2008, of Clinton Township. Loving wife of the late John. Mother of Craig (Ricki), Kris and Carol (Brant) Linson. Grandmother of Dayna, Gina, Neil, and Samantha. She was an active Catholic and member of St. Claude Catholic Church. She was also an active member of the Clinton Township Seniors. She was an avid gardener and flower enthusiast. She will be deeply missed by her family. In state Friday 10:30 a.m. at St. Claude Catholic Church, 33826 Beaconsfield, Clinton Township until funeral mass 11:00 a.m. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield (N. of 15 Mile). Scripture service Thursday 7:00 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com
KOVACS JOSEPH KOVACS Beloved Husband of Irmgard. Loving Father of Joseph (Dottie), Steve (Jennifer) and Mike (Tracy). Proud Grandfather of John (Michelle), Angela (Billy), Jaclyn, Amanda, Grant, Andrew and Abby. Great-Grandfather of Bryce. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. with Scripture Service 7:00 p.m. at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile), Warren. Instate Monday 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11:00 a.m. at St. Malachy Catholic Church, 14085 E. Fourteen Mile Rd., Sterling Heights. www.ahpeters.com
KOZONIS LORRAINE KOZONIS Age 86 November 11, 2008 Beloved wife of the late Dr. Michael C. Kozonis. Dear mother of Mary Kozonis-Marudas, Joan (Fred) Dickow, and Judy (Gilbert) Snider. Proud grandmother of five and great-grandmother of three. She will be dearly missed. Private services. Memorial contributions to the Dr. Michael Kozonis Memorial Fund, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital, Pontiac, MI. Arrangements by Resurrection Funeral Home (586) 412-3000
KRAMER FRANK NELSON KRAMER FRANK KRAMER November 11, 2008, age 67 of Redford. Loving father of Kristie (Matt) Carr, Jackie (Ryan) Muliolis and Dane. Arrangements by Harry J. Will Funeral Home, Livonia.
KRATZ CHARLES W KRATZ CHARLES KRATZ Age 83, November 16, 2008, of Taylor. Beloved husband of Mary. Dearest father of Gordon (Wilma) Smith, Dennis (Mary) Smith, and Kenneth Smith. Loving grandfather of four and great-grandfather of four. Also survived by four brothers and one sister. Preceded in death by one brother and by his first wife, Helen. Funeral Service Tuesday, 12:00 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Rd. Interment at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy, Wednesday.
KRAUSE HELEN L KRAUSE HELEN KRAUSE HELEN CHIMNER (NEE CHIMNER) November 14, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Loving mother of Virginia A. (Thomas) Gerhard, Paul D. (Ann) Krause, Susan K. Moorcroft, and Barbara J. (Hal) Moretti. Dear sister of Grace Judd and Francis Chimner. Also survived by nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Helen's accomplishments were being a volunteer with Hospice of the Straits and Cheboygan Community Memorial Hosptial. She was named Cheboygan Volunteer of the Year in 2000, past President of the State of Michigan Woman's Auxiliary of the Purple Heart and was an active member in the Cheyboygan VFW. She was also a founding member of St. Gerard's Catholic Church in Detorit. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m. from the Chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail). The family will receive visitors Monday 1-9 p.m. Contributions to Heartland Hospice, 28588 Northwestern Hwy., S-475, Southfield, MI 48034 or Hospice of the Straits, 761 Lafayette, Cheboygan, MI 49721 would be appreciated. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.com.
KRAUSS DR DEENA LEE KRAUSS DR DEENA KRAUSS Dear mother of Ned (Sara) Silverman and Julia Silverman. Dearest sister of Judith Kruass. Loving grandmother of Isaac, Zoltan, Louise, and Avi. Private Services will be held. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000, or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com.
KRETCH ROBERT J KRETCH ROBERT KRETCH Age 91, November 10, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Ella. Dearest father of Robert H.and Richard. Cremation has taken place. KUSHNER GEORGE JOHN SR November 8, 2008, age 86. Beloved husband of Fifi. Dearest father of George Kushner, Jr. (Robin) and Sally Kushner. Dear brother of Marion, Betty, Ann, Rosemarie and the late John and Verna. Memorial gathering Wednesday 11:30 a.m. until time of Mass 12 noon at St. Paul on the Lake, 157 Lakeshore Rd., Grosse Pointe Farms. Memorial contributions to American Cancer Society or American Heart Association. Arrangements by Chas. Verheyden Funeral Homes, Inc., (313) 881-8500. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org
KRIST JACOB KRIST November 27, 2008, age 94. Beloved husband of the late Katharina. Dear father of Robert (Shirley) and Richard Krist. Loving Ota of Lauren and Stephanie Kirst. Visitation Sunday 1 p.m. until time of service 4:30 p.m. at the D. S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 Mile). Please share memories at www.temrowski.com
KRUEGER RONALD N KRUEGER RONALD KRUEGER Age 66, November 22, 2008. Loving husband of Dolores. Dear father of Lee (Dawn), Kristen (Jim), Jason (Chrissy), and the late Danny. Grandfather of Danny, Savannah, Jacey, Kailey, Elyse, and Lee. Dear son of Mildred Krueger. Visitation Monday and Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. at the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main Street, Plymouth. Visitation Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, 47650 North Territorial Road at Beck Road, Plymouth. Share your special thoughts and memories at schrader-howell.com.
KUBIK RONALD JAMES KUBIK RONALD KUBIK 57 of Traverse City, died Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at Munson Medical Center. A gathering celebrating Ron's life will take place on Saturday, November 29, at 2 p.m. at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. A complete obituary will appear in Friday's edition of Record-Eagle. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home.
KUBINSKI THADDEUS J KUBINSKI THADDEUS KUBINSKI TED KUBINSKI age 92, November 15, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Anne Theresa. Dear father of Christine (Eric) Nielsen, Angela Hoffmeyer and Melanie (Duane) Nagalski. Grandfather of Kimberly, Lisa, Lauren, Eric, Pamela, Karl and Steven. Great-grandfather of Jacqueline. Long time friend of Helen Olkowski, Millie Kolbusz and all his neighbors. Companion to his favorite dog Trixie. Visitation Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 31530 Beechwood (at Merriman Road, 2 blocks north of Ford Road.
KUCISH OLGA KUCISH Age 78 of Belleville, passed away Monday, November 24, 2008. Born December 29, 1929 in Detroit, she was the daughter of Frank and Barbara Kobleck. A member of the Immanuel Baptist Church of Ypsilanti and the September Days Senior Club of Belleville, Olga was an avid bingo player who loved driving and cooking. She touched everyone with whom she came in contact with, bringing to them a smile or making them laugh. Beloved wife of the late John Kucish, Jr. Loving mother of Tony (Diana Rogers) Kucish of Brighton, Michael (Toni) Kucish of Summerville, S.C., John (Lisa Edwards) Kucish of Novi and Joe (Kimberlee) Kucish of Howell. Also survived by her grandchildren, Kristi, Kanyon, Karissa and Kelsey; siblings, Joe Kobleck, Connie Kobleck and Mary Kobleck; several beloved nieces and nephews. For those she touched in life, a memorial service will be held Saturday, November 29, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at the Immanuel Baptist Church, 1565 E. Forest Ave., Ypsilanti (734-483-4107) with Pastor Kent Jennings, officiating. Olga's wishes were that there be no contributions or flowers. Arrangements by MacDonald's Funeral Home Howell (517-546-2800). Please visit the family's online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com
KUHN JOAN FRANCES KUHN JOAN GRUSCHOW KUHN JOAN KUHN Beloved wife of Frank Kuhn. Loving mother of Kim (Kelly) Meyer and Kathy (Brad) Landstra. Devoted grandmother of Adam, Ryan and Bryce Meyer, and Tanner and Devin Landstra. Dear sister of Donald Gruschow and the late Bud Gruschow. Departed in Cincinnati on Friday November 21, 2008 at the age of 77. No visitation. Friends may attend the Memorial Mass at St. Gertrude Catholic Church, 7630 Shawnee Run Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45243 on Friday, November 28 at 10 a.m. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 644 Linn St. Suite 1026, Cinti, OH 45203 or Evercare Hospice, 9050 Centre Pointe, Suite 400, West Chester, OH 45069. Condolences may be expressed at: www.gilliganfuneralhomes.com
KUKESTELLE D KUKESTELLE Age 82, of Dearborn. Died November 14, 2008. Beloved wife of Norbert. Loving mother of Diane (Mark) Cirillo. Loving grandmother of Amber (Daryl) Petricca. Visitation Sunday 12:30 p.m. until the 4:00 p.m. funeral service at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI. www.querfeldfh.com.
KULA EMILY M KULA EMILY KULA November 14, 2008. Age 91. Beloved wife of the late Walter for 59 cherished years. Loving mother of Pete (Ronnie), Diane Kula, Sharon (Jeff) Capizzi and the late Gary. Proud grandmother of six and great grandmother of four. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Funeral Monday, instate 9 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 31515 Hoover (btw. Masonic and 13 Mile Rd) until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" @ WujekCalcaterra.com
KUPLICKI STANLEY V KUPLICKI STANLEY KUPLICKI Age 85, of Highland, passed away at his home on November 14, 2008. He is survived by his son, James Kuplicki of Auburn Hills; daughters, Diane (Michael) Zalac of Walled Lake, Janet (Don) Carrier of Canton, and grandchildren, Jaime Zalac and Jen (Jeff) Williams. Also surviving are his sisters, Caroline (the late John) Arbogast, Martha Kuplicki, and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard Kuplicki, a daughter, Laura Kuplicki, and his beloved wife, Margaret, in 1998. Funeral Liturgy from Church of the Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Rd., Highland, on Tuesday, November 18th, with Fr. Leo Lulko officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Sunday 2-8 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Monday 7 p.m. Memorials may be made in his name to Angela Hospice. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com.
KUZDAK RAYMOND ROGER KUZDAK RAYMOND KUZDAK Age 68, November 12, 2008. Beloved husband of Donna. Loving father of Glenn, Cheryl (Joe) Pawlik. Cherished grandfather of Chevy Pawlik. Brother of Richard (Carol) Kuzdak. Also eight nieces and nephews, and 16 great-nieces and nephews. Family will receive visitors Saturday, November 22 at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church at 9 a.m. with Memorial Mass at 9:30 a.m. Arrangements by the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 313-271-0800. Donations to MS Society, 31311 Civic Center Dr., Southfield, MI 48076.
KUZNIA IRENE KUZNIA November 22, 2008. Age 92. Beloved wife of the late Edward S. Loving mother of Edward J. (Susan), Irene (Dr. Robert) Valice, John and Raymond (Maria). Loving grandmother of 12 and great grandmother of 21. Dearest sister of the late Leonard Kondrat and the late Helen Kondrat. Visitation Tuesday 3-8pm at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc. 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Tuesday evening. In state Wednesday 9:00am until 9:30am time of mass at St. Michael Church, 40501 Hayes (bet. 17 & 18 Mile Rd.). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to St. Michael Church. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com
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