BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
December 2008
LAST NAME "K"
KACORZYK JOHN KACORZYK of Wyandotte. December 14, 2008. Age 63. Beloved husband of Wanda. Loving father of Arek (Vicky) and Agatha (Adam) Rogowski. Dear brother of one sister and two brothers in Poland. Dearest grandfather of four. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 12-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak Street, Wyandotte (734) 285-9000. Funeral Service Thursday with Prayers 9:30 a.m. at Czopek to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery.
KAHN ARLENE E KAHN ARLENE KAHN age 77; of Davisburg; died Sunday, December 28, 2008. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at St. Rita Catholic Church of Holly with Father David Blazek officiating. Burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. and a Rosary will be prayed at 7 p.m. Monday at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Mrs. Kahn was born in Detroit on July 9, 1931 the daughter of Theodore and Wanda (Lietke) Korff. She was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. She is survived by her 4 children, Michael (Maria) Kahn of Waterford, Eugene (Lori) Kahn Jr. of Davisburg, Karen (Dean) Kahn of Davisburg, and Mark (Kathy) Kahn of Davisburg; 11 grandchildren; brother-in-law Delbert (Cathy) Kahn of PA; 2 sisters-in-law Geraldine (George) Hood of Farmington Hills and Beverly (Walter) Cygan of Shelby Twp. She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene Kahn Sr. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com
KAISER ELIZABETH KAISER GOLDIE KAISER Age 78. December 30, 2008. Beloved wife of Peter. Loving mother of Marlene (Greg) Quirk, James (Kari), and Michael. Dear grandmother of Veronica (Collin) Westphal and Rachel Quirk. Sister of Madeline and Mary. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 6 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. St. Malachy Catholic Church, 14115 Fourteen Mile Road (between Schoenherr and Hayes) Sterling Heights. Goldie was the proprietor of "Wish-U-Well" Tavern from 1985 to 2001. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
KALAS WILLIAM KALAS Age 79, December 7, 2008. Beloved husband of 49 years to Aglaia. Loving father of Voula Vasiliou, Bessie Karadimas (Tom) and Tom Kalas (Nickalene). Devoted grandfather of Dina, Leah, Billy, Leah and Joe. Also survived by his sisters Maria Tsatsos and Katerina Karnas and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 760 Wattles Rd., Troy. Visitation at church begins at 10:30 a.m. Burial at White Chapel Cemetery. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
KALMINSKI LEO G KALMINSKI LEO KALMINSKI December 17, 2008. Beloved husband of Cecilia. Loving father of Denise Niemasz, Dale (Edie), Don (Vicki). Dearest grandfather of Deanna, Shane, David, Alissa, Nicholas, Tammy, Danny, Chad, Jennifer and Andrea. Dear brother of Jerry (Anna Mae). Visitation Saturday 5 until 9 p.m. and Sunday 1 until 9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary service at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 MIle Rd. (NW corner 18 and Ryan). Funeral Service Monday, in state 9 a.m. with Mass at 9:30 a.m. St. Mark Catholic Church, 4401 Bart Ave., Warren, Michigan. View on line guestbook at www.mandziukfuneral.com.
KAMINSKI HENRY KAMINSKI SMOKEY KAMINSKI died peacefully November 28, 2008 at the age of 59. Resided in Killen, Alabama, formerly of Westland Michigan. Loving husband of Sondra. Dearest father of Douglas. Brother of Frank (Loretta), Sr. Mary Peter Kaminski, Fred (Noreen), Pat (Richard) Terlaak, and Christine Gribben. Private services were held.
KANUK ELLEN ELIZABETH KANUK ELLEN KANUK ELLEN ELIZABETH PALM KANUK ELLEN PALM KANUK (nee PALM) A longtime resident of Sharonville, Ohio, passed away October 26, 2008. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Alexander M. Kanuk; Daughters, Barbara Kilgore of Fraser and Sharon MacLean of Macomb Township; grandchildren, Gerald (Roberta) Kilgore of Algonac, Shelly (Mark) Wolak of Roseville, Mark Kilgore and Jodie MacLean of Sterling Heights and four great granddaughters; her sister, Rosa Brown and niece, Vickie Brown of Garden City and sister-in-law Mildred Dudek of Wyandotte. Mrs. Kanuk was a retired supervisor for R.L. Polk, Detroit. Mr. and Mrs. Kanuk also lived in Morristown, TN, Elkhart, IN, and Roseville, MI. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Peters Catholic Church, 98 New Street, Mt. Clemens, MI at 11 a.m. on December 13, 2008.
KASE YVONNE M KASE YVONNE KASE December 25, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Michael V. Kase. Loving mother of Sherry Miney, Jerry (Kristen) Miney and Denise (David) Gerger. Grandmother "Nanny" of Rachel, Amanda, Michael and Rebecca. Sister of Gary (Diane) Kliczinski. Sister-in-law of Roland Kase, Richard, and Faith Kase. Visitation Sunday 1-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Rosary 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Mass Monday 11 a.m. at St. Colette Catholic Church, 17600 Newburgh Rd., Livonia. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Angela Hospice or Capuchin Soup Kitchen.
KASPER THEODORE F KASPER THEODORE KASPER Age 85 of Lake Orion. December 29, 2008. Beloved husband of Elfriede for 56 years. Dear father of Theodore (Jayne), Ronald (Kathy), and Kenneth (Kelly). Loving grandfather (Opa) of Erika, Andrew, Brandon (Sarah), Jeffrey, Stefanie, Kyle, and Kayla. Great-grandfather of Sophia. Also survived by Emilie Kasper and other loving sisters and brothers-in-law, many nieces, nephews and friends here and in Germany. Funeral Mass Friday, January 2, 2009 - 11 a.m. with an in state of 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 715 N. Lapeer Rd., Lake Orion. The family will receive friends Thursday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Prayer Service at Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell, Orion.. Memorial contributions in Theodore's name may be made to a charity of your choice. Interment Guardian Angel Cemetery. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
KASPRZYK HELEN KASPRZYK Age 90. Beloved wife of the late Arthur S. Dear mother of Karen and Arthur (Linda). Dear grandmother of Jennifer (Todd) Baker, Arthur C. (Heather), Brian, Jacob and Kimberly. Great grandmother of Lake, Ana and Brooke. Devoted aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visiting Thursday and Friday 2-9 p.m. at Wasik Funeral Home, 11470 13 Mile Rd (Bet. Hoover & VanDyke). Prayers 7 p.m. Friday. Instate Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Jude Church, 15889 E. 7 Mile, with Mass at 11:00 a.m. Burial Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
KASZUBSKI BERNICE T KASZUBSKI BERNICE KASZUBSKI Age 94, November 24, 2008. Dear mother of Pat (Harry Hines) Lopata and Richard (Sue) Kaszubski. Memorial service 11 a.m. Saturday, December 6, 2008 in The St. Mark's Catholic Church, Harsens Island, MI. Arrangements by the Gilbert Funeral Home, Algonac. www.gilbertfuneralhomeinc.com
KATAKIS ANTONIOS KATAKIS November 28, 2008. Beloved husband of Hilda. Loving father of Dikea Edwards, Georgia Gielniak. Dearest grandfather of Rachel, Matthew, Michael, Rebekah, Sarah. Great-grandfather of Joel. Visitation Monday and Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods with Trisagion at 7 p.m. In state 10 a.m. Wednesday until time of service 10:30 a.m. at St. Spyridon Church, 24301 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores. ahpeters.com
KATCHMAR ANTOINETTE KATCHMAR Dec 23, 2008. Age 79. Beloved wife of William J. Katchmar Sr. Loving mother of William J. Katchmar Jr. Dearest sister of Jack (Marie) Calderone. Funeral Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008 instate 11:30 a.m. with mass at 12:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 23750 Goddard Rd. (Taylor Chapel). Rosary Friday 7:30 p.m. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Onlineguestbook at: www.voranfuneralhome.com
KATICH JULIA C KATICH JULIA KATICH Age 90. December 18, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Thomas M. Jr. Loving mother of Patricia (Jack) Casad, Charlene (Joe) Muth, Thomas (Joyce), Deborah (Walt) Mayer and Janet (David) Felimonik. Proud Grandmother of 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Dear Sister of Anna Marone. Visitation at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (3 blks. E. of Van Dyke) Utica, Sunday 2-8 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Therese of Lisieux Church, 48115 Schoenherr (btwn 21-22 Mile) Shelby Twp. until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment Guardian Angel Cemetery. Please share a memory at: www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
KAWA CASMERE J KAWA CASMERE KAWA Age 88. December 18, 2008. Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee Klotz). Loving father of Carol (Robert) Stasser, Lois Frantz, Kenneth (Susan) and Susan (Fabian) Montori. Dear grandfather to six and great-grandfather to five. Casmere was very proud to have served in World War II earning both the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star medals. Arrangements were entrusted to the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home in Warren, Michigan. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com
KEEGAN CECELIA B KEEGAN CECELIA KEEGAN Age 83 of Sterling Heights. Dearest wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of Judy Jakubiak, Janice (Ed) Ritter, John Sass, Jim (Suzy) Sass and Rick Keegan. Sister of Marion Pruitt. Grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of six. Family will receive friends Friday 2-9 p.m. with funeral service Saturday at 11:30 a.m. at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blks. east of Van Dyke) Utica. Share a memory with the family at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.
KEELAN KATHLEEN P KEELAN KATHLEEN KEELAN December 18, 2008; age 62. After a short but courageous battle with cancer, Kathleen passed away peacefully and is now an Angel with her God. Kathleen is survived by her three sons, Edward, Michael and Kenneth (Jennifer) Krausman; her brother, John; and her grandchildren, Katie and Cameron Krausman. Kathy was a waitress for the past 26 years in Bloomfield Hills at both Forest Lake Country Club and at the former Kingsley Inn. Kathy was a loving mother, sister and grandmother and a true professional in her occupation. She always demanded the best from herself for her customers and club members. She will be greatly missed. Private services will be held.
KELLER GORDON L KELLER GORDON KELLER 76, of Barton City, Michigan, formerly of Troy, December 7, 2008. Retired Mechanical Design Engineer with Chrysler. Served in the U.S. Marines in the Korean War. Beloved husband of the late Allene. Loving father of Linda Peeples. Loving step father of Gary Sharum, David Sharum and Richard Sharum and the late Beth Sharum. Dearest grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 12. His sister, Pat Milles and two brothers Jack Spadefore and Karl Keller also survive. His sister Karen Martin and brother Donald Keller predeceased him. Visitation Friday, December 12, 2008, 4-8 p.m., Gillies Funeral Home, Lincoln, MI. Funeral Saturday 1 p.m. at funeral home. Memorials: Marine Corps League Toys for Tots. (gilliesfuneralhomes.com)
KELLY BETTY J KELLY BETTY KELLY of Clarkston, formerly of Livonia. December 19, 2008, age 82. Preceded in death by her husband Edward and her son Michael. Mother of Carol (Michael) Estes of Clarkston and Kathleen (Gustave) Ploss of Clarkston; grandma of Ryan, Chelsea, Corey, Katie and Cameron. Betty retired from Michigan Bell in 1983. She was a U of M fan, enjoyed playing bingo and was an animal lover. Betty's family was her priority and she will be greatly missed. Friends may visit the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston, Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Cemetery service Monday 1:30 p.m. at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Chapel, Southfield. Memorials may be made to Hospice Advantage. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com
KELLY RUTH MARY KELLY RUTH KELLY December 9, 2008, age 77. Loving mother of Michael T., Timothy G., John F. (Michelle), Kathleen Chisholm (Malcolm), and the late Patrick. Dearest grandmother of Ryan, Erik, Keegan, Claire, Jack, Kyle, Colleen, Kacey, Michael, and Mark. Daughter of the late John and Hannah. Services have been held privately. Memorial Tributes to the charity of donor's choice. A. J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2500.
KELSAY EVA M KELSAY EVA KELSAY Age 80, of Berkley, died December 21, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Roy. Loving mother of J. Michael Millikin, Maureen (Bill) Delegato, and Julie Millikin. Dear grandmother of Anthony and Christopher. Visitation Tuesday 3-8 p.m. at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 blks. W. of Woodward), Berkley. Funeral Service, Wednesday 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Share your memories at www.sawyerfuller.com
KENNARD VELMA KENNARD 92 of Macomb Township. Widow of Roger. Passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her five children, on Saturday, December 6, 2008. Survived by two sons and three daughters, Gary Roger (Beverly) Kennard of Macomb, MI, Janet Carol (Eddie) Higgins of Columbus, MI, Ronald J. (Susan) Kennard of Lincoln, MI, Sherry Ann (William) Kitts of Humble, Texas, Connie Lynn (Edward) Tenkel of Whitehall, MI, 16 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter. Visitation Tuesday, December 9, 2-8 p.m. at Kaatz Funeral Directors, Richmond, 586-727-3434. Services Wednesday, 11 a.m. at Columbus Bible Church with a 10 a.m. Interment in Memphis Cemetery. Memorials to Columbus Bible Church or Hospice of Michigan.
KENNEDY ANGUS N KENNEDY ANGUS KENNEDY age 85, of Royal Oak, died December 6, 2008. Beloved husband of Janet for 57 years. Loving father of Robert (Kathy) Kennedy, Linda (Richard) Bryan, and Cindy (John) Robinson. Also lovingly survived by four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Visitation, Tuesday 3-8 p.m. at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 Blks. W. of Woodward), Berkley. Funeral, Wednesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Final Resting Place, Oakview Cemetery. Share your memories at www.sawyerfuller.com
KENNEDY SHARON ANN KENNEDY SHARON KENNEDY Age 66 of Eastpointe, died December 8, 2008. Beloved wife of Michael. Loving sister of Debbie (Pat) Celani and the late Donald K. McLean. Also survived by many loving family and friends. A. Funeral Service will be held Friday at 11:30 a.m. at S. K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8 ˝ Mile Rd., Eastpointe. Visitation Thursday 1-9 p.m. Please share a thought or memory at www.schultzfuneralhome.com
KENT ALFRED LEO KENT ALFRED KENT Age 63, of Fenton formerly of Milford, died Sunday, December 21, 2008 at Rockwell Memory Impaired, Inc. Funeral Service will be held 10:00 Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton, with Fr. David Harvey officiating. Burial in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. Wednesday until time of service. Contributions may be made to Rockwell Memory Impaired, Inc, 700 S. Adelaide St, Fenton, 48430. Mr. Kent was a professor of Engineering at Southern Poly Tech University in Georgia. Surviving are: two sisters, Teresa Labadie of Milford and Rita Kent of Gaines; brother, Christopher and wife Mary Ellen Kent of Gaines; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Tributes may be posted at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com
KERSTEN SHIRLEY KERSTEN December 28, 2008, age 79, (nee Schroeder). 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 Shepard Lutheran Church, 2225 E. 14 Mile Rd., Birmingham. Visitation at church at 10 a.m. 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
KIDDER SR PATRICIA ANN KIDDER IHM SR PATRICIA KIDDER IHM SR KIDDER I H M Age 79. Died December 24, 2008. Beloved sister of Frances Mauren of Portland, MI. Visitation Sunday 2-7:30 p.m. at the I.H.M. Motherhouse Chapel in Monroe, MI, with prayers at 3 p.m. Funeral services on Monday at 10 a.m. Memorials to the I.H.M. Retirement Fund. Arrangements by the Rupp Funeral Home (734) 241-9300.
KILMER L ROBERT L KILMER ROBERT KILMER BOB KILMER A retired Boy Scouts of America Executive died in Sarasota, Florida on November 20, 2008. A native of Detroit, Michigan and an Eagle Scout, Mr. Kilmer attended Wayne State University. He entered the Scouting profession in 1944 as an Assistant District Executive in Detroit and served that council as a District Executive, Assistant Director of Field Service, Director of Activities, Director of Field Service and Deputy Scout Executive until December 1960. In January 1961 he became Scout Executive in St. Paul, Minnesota and after five successful years was promoted to the Scout Executive position in Baltimore, Maryland. In May 1972 he became Director of Support Service in the East Central Region. In January 1974 was appointed as the Regional Director of the East Central Region in Oak Brook, Illinois responsible for 78 Local Councils in six states. After more than four years later, he became Scout Executive in Miami, Florida resolving internal organizational and financial problems in that council. Serious back problems made it necessary to leave the profession and he retired after 41 years as a Career Scouter. Mr. Kilmer has been active in civic affairs in each community in which he lived, including Rotary, the United Way, along with active participation in the Episcopal Church. A memorial service will be held on December 13 at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 5603 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21210 where he was a former member. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Mr. Kilmer's name to the Church. Beloved husband of the late Helen Mickey Kilmer and brother of the late James Kilmer. Devoted father to Nancy Marsiglia, and significant partner Gregory Leyko of Parkton, Maryland, and son Dr. David Kilmer and his wife Susan of Roanoke, VA. Dear grandfather of Robert, Bradley and Bryan Marsiglia and Julia Kilmer and four great grandchildren.
KING DAVID H KING JR DAVID KING JR Age 55, Suddenly December 24, 2008. Loving son of Betty and the late David Sr. Beloved brother of Paul and John (Lauren). Dear uncle of Kelly, Brittany and Abbey. Instate Monday 2-9 pm at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia and instate at Highland Park Baptist Church, 28600 Lahser Rd., Southfield Tuesday 10 am until time of service at 11 am. Memorials may be made to Southfield Christian School or Carenet of Berkley. Please sign the online guestbook at www.rggrharris.com
KING, SANDRA LEE KING SANDRA KING of Waterford; died November 29, 2008; at 63 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Chester A. King; loving mother of Steven (Lynne) King of Waterford, Kevin King of CA and Patricia Brown of Plymouth; dear grandmother of Cierra, Evan, Alexandra, Shelby and Angel; also survived by her brother Norvin (Fran) and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her sister Patricia. Sandra retired from Fisher Body after many years of service; after retirement her life centered around her family. Funeral Service will be Friday, December 5, 2008 at 1 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Pastor Dan Niewoit officiating. Burial will follow at Crescent Hills Cemetery, Waterford. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday 3 to 9 p.m., with a Rosary at 7 p.m. Memorial donations may made to Steven King on behalf of Sandra s granddaughter Angel Monroe, envelopes available at the funeral Home. To send a private condolence go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select Guestbook.
KINNEY EVELYN KINNEY of Farmington Hills, Age 75. Beloved mother of Frank, Wayne, (who preceded her in death), Robert, Darlene (Robert) Mowatt, and Larry (Carol). Loving grandmother of 10 and great grandmother of four and dear sister of Viola Walton. Farewell, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Hamburg Chapel (810) 231-0200. Visit Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Please leave a Message of Comfort to Evelyn's family at 877-231-7900 or visit and sign her guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.
KIRK JANE KIRK Devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Predeceased by her husband Frank and six siblings. Mother of Bo (Diane) and Bob (Catherine). Grandmother of Gregg, Brendan, Justin, and Ashlyn. Worshiped her grandchildren, family, and friends. Always there whenever she was needed and a heart of gold. Gave to others before she gave to herself. Her generosity was boundless. She gave herself to the Lord with her sons by her side, just the way she dreamed. She will not be forgotten and her spirit lives forever. Services Thursday 10:30 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St Clair Shores. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made at kaulfuneralhome.com.
KITCHEN JOHN KITCHEN Age 87. December 13, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Irma. Loving father of Judy (Mark) Gill, Joyce (Rick) Inatome, and Patti Coe. Proud grandfather of Brendan and Ryan (Theresa) Gill, Dania (Winston) Justice, Evan, Blake and Jaron Inatome, Brad and Tyler Coe. Great-grandfather of Keegan, Reese, Lucas, Vivian, and Selah. Brother of Betty (Jack) Lochner and the late Earl W. He was a custom home builder in the tri-county area and a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard in WWII. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 12 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr and Masonic (13˝ Mile Rd.), Warren. ahpeters.com
KITTINGER EDITH KITTINGER MINNA KITTINGER of Farmington Hills, December 23, 2008. Dear wife of the late Abbie (1977). Cherished mother of Barbara (Pete) Acho and Jack (Hilda). Loving grandmother of Michael (Renee) Acho, Jackie (John) Acho LeMay and Paul Kittinger. Beloved great grandmother of Alex, Raquel, Jenna Acho and Sophie and Grant LeMay. Memorial Service 12:00 Noon Saturday, January 3rd at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23270 Farmington Rd. (just N. of Grand River, btw. 9-10 Mile Rd.), downtonw Farmington (248-474-5200). The family will receive guests 10 a.m. until time of service. Memorial tributes suggested to the Citizens for Better Care, 4750 Woodward, suite 410, Detroit, MI 48201.
KLAIN TANYA J KLAIN TANYA KLAIN December 7, 2008, age 41 of Novi. Survived by her husband Robert Reuter; daughters Samantha and Alexandra; parents Clark and Sally Wareham; sisters Heidi and Kristin; brother-in-law Darrell; niece Cecilia and nephew Nicholas. Also survived by her beloved dog Madison. Memorial service 2 p.m. Friday at Kirk in the Hills, 1340 W. Long Lake Rd., Bloomfield Hills. www.mccabefuneralhome.com.
KLASSEN JOHN D KLASSEN JOHN KLASSEN Age 80, born in Dearborn, Michigan on May 17, 1928, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Memorial Healthcare. He was predeceased by his wife of fifty years, Virginia Lou (Kerr) Klassen; his son, David in the year 2000; and sister, Joyce Babits during 2006. He is survived by daughter, Lisa F. Klassen-Pakkala (William); and grandchildren, Eero John Pakkala, Kiira Lou Pakkala and Eliel Ross Pakkala; brothers, Ralph C. Hoffman (Beverly), Paul E. Klassen (Runnel); and sister, Mary A. Owen. Also survived by loving companion and travel partner, Ruth S. Shaw of Orange, Mass.; brother-in-law, Roger Bickel; sister-in-law, Joyce Powanda (Robert); and many nieces, nephews, and their families. John was a product of Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn Junior College and Wayne State University. He voluntarily served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Ford in 1988 following thirty-four years of service in materials management. John was a lifetime member of Dearborn F@AM 172, and the Dearborn-Wayne Royal Arch Masons #182, a member of the USS President Hayes Reunion Association, The Detroit Institute of Arts, The National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, Chapter 57 American Legion, Owosso, Michigan, The Troy-Clawson Elks, The Honorary Society of Kentucky Colonels, and a member of the Shellbacks and Ancient Order of the Deep. John played golf throughout his lifetime with anyone who cared to play and was proud of his two holes in one. He enjoyed following his grandchildren's numerous sports activities and they became known as "Poppy's Pak". Since 1998, John has received many personal rewards as a volunteer mentor for reading skills at Owosso Public Schools. John's body has been cremated. Private family services will be held at a later time. A private burial at Acacia Park in Beverly Hills, Michigan will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Owosso Hospice at Memorial Healthcare, 826 W. King Street, Owosso, MI 48867. On-line condolences can be made to the family at www.nelson-house.com
KLEMMER MARK KLEMMER December 9, 2008, age 52. Beloved son of Bettie and the late Vincent. Dear brother of Bill Mertz, David, Robert, Donald, Lawrence, James Roger (JR) and Mary Hinkle. Visitation Fred Wood Funeral Home, Rice Chapel, 36100 Five Mile Rd. (One Mile W. of Farmington Rd.) Thursday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. Service and Burial will be held in Hubbard Lake, MI.
KLEPP DOROTHY L KLEPP DOROTHY KLEPP Longtime resident of Harper Woods, died peacefully December 19, 2008 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Leonard; dearest mother of Barbara (Fred) Jorgensen, Michele (Lonny) Marney, Robin (Frank) Sossi, Christopher (Laura) Klepp and the late Donna Bellow and Deborah Garavaglia; mother-in-law of Jeff Bellow; and cherished grandmother of 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A memorial gathering will be held in Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home, 32814 Utica Rd., Fraser, Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family has requested a memorial contribution to donor's wish in Dorothy's name. Share memories on line at www.faulmannwalsh.com
KLIEBERT HELEN KLIEBERT Age 88, a native of Hamtramck, MI died Sunday at Hilton Head Island, SC. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law Mary Lou and Larry Cygan; a granddaughter Rebecca Cygan all of Hilton Head Island; and sister Jane Stasik of Yale, MI. Preceded in death by her husband, John Kliebert; son Robert Kliebert; grandson Jeffrey Cygan and a sister Josephine Bozek. Services were held on Hilton Head Island with additional services later in Detroit. The Island Funeral Home and Crematory was in charge of arrangements.
KNIFFEN THERESA KNIFFEN Age 81, November 26, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Melvin. Dearest mother of Melvin, Jr., Gerald (Debra), Lezlie Calcaterra (Richard), Donna DeCarlo, and the late Mark. Mother-in-law of Cheryl. Loving grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 11. Also survived by brother, Ernest Gray. Memorials suggested to donor's choice. Arrangements by Fisher Funeral Home of Redford Twp., 313-535-3030.
KOCH EDWARD R KOCH EDWARD KOCH December 10, 2008. Age 74. Beloved husband of the late Mary. Loving father of Conrad (Kathryn) and George (Barbara). Dearest grandfather of Robert, Grace, Alison, Emily and Joseph. Dear brother of Nancy Myers Smith and Kenneth. Visitation Saturday 2-8 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (1 blk. N. of 12 Mile), Warren, with a funeral service at 5 p.m. Family requests donations to the Henry Ford Hospice of Macomb.
KOCHAN JENNIE V KOCHAN JENNIE KOCHAN Age 80 of Pinckney, MI. "Founder of Jennies Pierogies". Beloved wife of Raymond, loving mother to Mary (John) Sokol of Pinckney, Theresa (Steve) Remski of Plymouth, Ken (Debra) Kochan of West Bloomfield and Christopher (Kristin) of Allen Park, dear grandmother of Kelsey, John, Sarah, Kim, Keith, Kevin, Adam, Alyssa, Thomas, Kyle and Jonathon. Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 18, 2008 at St. Damian Catholic Church, 30055 Joy Rd, Westland, MI. Memorial Contributions may be given to Angela Hospice; envelopes will be available at the church where Jennies' family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. Please sign Jennie's guest book at www.borekJennings.com
KOENIG KEN KOENIG Age 64. December 13, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Mary Ann. Loving companion of Susan Gregory. Dearest father of Annmarie, Kenny (Kara), and Vikki (Chris) Reid. Proud grandfather of Kyle, Caden, Sawyer, Carter, and Emery. Dear brother of Mary Lou (Ken) Jackson and Katy (Sam) Abraham. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to the Karmanos Cancer Foundation (attn: Development Office), 4100 John R., Detroit 48201. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.
KOLEFF ZORA KOLEFF December 11, 2008. Age 97. Beloved wife of the late Sam. Loving mother of Draga (Peter) Phillips, Victoria Roberts and Christina Homeier. Dear grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of 12. Funeral Monday, December 15, 2008 in state 10 a.m. with service at 11 a.m. at St. Clement Orthodox Church. Interment Grandlawn Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd. (Dearborn Chapel). Prayer service Sunday 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Clement Orthodox Church. Online guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com
KOLIBA FLORENCE P KOLIBA FLORENCE KOLIBA FLORENCE P CZARNECKI KOLIBA FLORENCE CZARNECKI KOLIBA (NEE CZARNECKI) Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Dearest mother of Deborah Paduchowski, Thomas, Susan (Jody) Gibbons, Paul, Tina and Patricia (Derrick) Craig. Loving grandmother of 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Visitation Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Warren Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 22642 Ryan Rd. (one block S. of Nine Mile). In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 16365 Frazho Rd., Roseville with interment in Resurrection Cemetery.
KOLONGOWSKI STEPHEN KOLONGOWSKI Age 85. December 18, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Blanche. Loving father of Andrea (Chris), Steve, Michael (Linda) and Paul (Carrie). Cherished grandfather of eight grandchildren. Brother of Genevieve Posuniak. Visitation Sunday 1-9 p.m. at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Ave. at Artesian. Funeral Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 10 a.m.
KONARSKI ELEANOR KONARSKI December 9, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Theodore. Dear aunt of Ernest (Mary) Klimek. Also survived by many other nieces and nephews. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail), Thursday, 3-9 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m. In state Friday, 9:30 a.m. at St. Theodore Catholic Church, 8200 N. Wayne Rd. (N. of Warren), until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com.
KOPONEN IRENE MAYRY KOPONEN IRENE KOPONEN Beloved wife of the late Norman Koponen. Dear mother of Glenn (Marcia) Koponen and Janet (Victor) Koponen-Hsu (Victor). Loving grandmother of Michael, Jennifer Cole, and Brian. Also survived by twenty nieces and nephews. Irene had a lifelong interest in Finnish culture and language, and was devoted to her extended family. She and Norman were members of St. John's Lutheran Church and sang together in its choir for 60 years. Funeral services Monday, December 29, at 11:00 a.m. (in state at 10:00 a.m.) at St. John's Lutheran Church, 13542 Mercedes, Redford. Memorial tributes may be made to the church. Arrangements by Thayer-Rock Funeral Home. www.thayer-rock.com
KONOPSKI ZIGMUND KONOPSKI Age 90, December 15, 2008. Beloved brother of Doris M. Masten, and the late Anthony Konopski. Uncle of Joseph (Carol) Masten, and Marguerite (Walt) Zwierzchowski. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 ˝ Mile). Share memories at www.Temrowski.com
KOPERA LEONARD J KOPERA LEONARD KOPERA December 4, 2008. Age 85. Beloved husband of Lottie (nee Krysinski). Dear father of Donald, Dennis, Karen (John) Frye and the late David (Cheryl). Grandfather of Erin (David) Rychlick and great-grandfather of Abigail Rose and Emma Leigh Rychlick. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe. In state Monday 10 a.m. at St. Veronica Church until Mass at 10:30 a.m. Burial Monday 1:30 p.m. at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly.
KOPONEN IRENE KOPONEN IRENE MAYRY December 18, 2008 at age 92 in Ridgewood, NJ. Beloved wife of the late Norman Koponen. Dear mother of Glenn (Marcia) Koponen and Janet (Victor) Koponen-Hsu (Victor). Loving grandmother of Michael, Jennifer Cole, and Brian. Also survived by twenty nieces and nephews. Irene had a lifelong interest in Finnish culture and language, and was devoted to her extended family. She and Norman were members of St. John's Lutheran Church and sang together in its choir for 60 years. Funeral services Monday, December 29, at 11:00 a.m. (in state at 10:00 a.m.) at St. John's Lutheran Church, 13542 Mercedes, Redford. Memorial tributes may be made to the church. Arrangements by Thayer-Rock Funeral Home. www.thayer-rock.com
KOSECKI EUGENE A KOSECKI EUGENE KOSECKI Age 73, December 22, 2008. Dearest brother of Betty Lou Heaton. Loving uncle of Laurie Ann, Kevin (Dawn) and Brenda Holler. Also five great-nephews. In state Monday 9 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at San Francesco Church, 22870 Nunneley Rd., Clinton Twp. Memorial donations to St. Bonaventure Monastery or San Francesco Church. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Light a Candle and Share a Memory at www.verheyden.org.
KOTLARCZYK HELEN KOTLARCZYK Of Grosse Ile, November 27, 2008. Age 90. Beloved wife of the late Walter. Loving mother of Walter (Elizabeth) and Anthony (Yvette). Dear sister of Hattie Cybulla and Regina "Jean" Rizeppa. Dearest grandmother of Scarlett, Danielle and Joseph. Visitation Friday 1-9 p.m. with a 6:30 p.m. Scripture Service at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak St., Wyandotte, (734) 285-9000. Funeral Saturday, in state 9:30 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, 266 Antoine in Wyandotte with 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
KOVICH SOPHIA E KOVICH SOPHIA KOVICH SALLY KOVICH Age 93 of Farmington Hills, formerly of Frontenac, Kansas. December 4, 2008. Beloved wife of the late John (September 13, 2006). Dear mother of Nancy (Paul) Berrigan; cherished grandmother of Shannon (Jim) Carrier and Kathleen Berrigan; and great-grandmother of Emma, Nathan and Cody Carrier. Visitation Monday, December 8th, 2-8:30 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Scripture Service at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (between 9-10 Mile Rds., just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Funeral Mass Tuesday, December 9th, 10 a.m. (in state 9:30 a.m.) at St. Fabian Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Entombment Glen Eden Mausoleum, Livonia. Memorial tributes suggested to St. Fabian Church, Angela Hospice, or Alzheimer's Assn. heeney-sundquist.com
KOWALEC, CHRISTOPHER P KOWALEC, CHRISTOPHER KOWALEC age 33; of Rochester Hills; December 12, 2008. Loving son of Robert and Anne Kowalec of Oakland; loving brother of Bob (Carlee) Kowalec, Kim (David) Ulbrich, Gabriel Kowlaec and Erica Kowalec; uncle of Cayden and Natalia; nephew of Chet (Betsy) Kowalec, Carol Landry, Larry (Mary) Welch, Michael (Sharon) Foukes and Joseph (Josephine) Foukes. Memorial Mass Thursday 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 715 N. Lapeer Rd., Lake Orion. Memorial Visitation Wednesday 6 to 9 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Dr., Rochester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Easter Seals, Attn: Online Giving Coordinator, 233 S. Wacker Drive, Ste. 2400, Chicago, IL 60606.
KOWALSKI KIMBERLY LYNN KOWALSKI KIMBERLY KOWALSKI KIMBERLY CETNAROWSKI KOWALSKI KIMBERLY LYNN CETNAROWSKI KOWALSKI (nee CETNAROWSKI) Age 40 of Casco Twp., died December 8, 2008. She was born April 6, 1968 in Detroit to Robert and Rosemary Cetnarowski. On February 20, 2005, Kimberly married Steven Kowalski. She is survived by her husband Steven Kowalski; daughters Kaitlyn Rose and KaliAnna Nicole Kowalski; parents Robert and Rosemary Cetnarowski; brothers William (Debbie) and James (Sonja) Cetnarowski; sisters-in-law Donna, Cynthia and Patricia; and godchildren Amber Bouse and Stephanie Flood. Kimberly will be remembered as a beloved wife, loving mother, wonderful daughter and cherished friend. We will miss you dearly. Cremation has taken place and the family will receive visitors Friday 4-9 p.m. at Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, China Twp. (810-329-4766). Memorials may be made to Karmanos Cancer Institute.
KOZLOW LOIS KOZLOW Beloved wife of the late Richard Kozlow. Dear mother of Amy (Dr. Eddy) Elkaim, Abby (Avi) Gruber, Rabbi Julie Kozlow, and Jenny (Ricardo) Kozlow Rodriguez. Loving grandmother of David (Noemie) Elkaim, Joshua Gruber, Jordan Gruber, Chelsea (J. Nieto) Poyo, Zachary Poyo, Marley Poyo, Gabriel Rodriguez, Julian Rodriguez and Antonio Rodriguez. Sister-in-law of Robert A. (Carol) Kozlow. SERVICES 11 O'CLOCK THURSDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
KOZLOWSKI CLARA A KOZLOWSKI CLARA KOZLOWSKI CLARA A GULIK KOZLOWSKI CLARA GULIK KOZLOWSKI (nee GULIK) Age 90, December 29, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Walter "Jim" Kozlowski; dear mother of James (Karen) of Lake Orion, Thomas (Jane) of Roscommon and Lori Kozlowski of Garden City. Retired from Holy Cross Hospital as supervisor in accounting department and was a member of Our Lady of Good Council while residing in Detroit. The family will receive friends 2-7 p.m. Friday at Walsh Funeral Home, Roscommon (989-275-3600) and 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Michael Catholic Church until Mass at 11 a.m.
KRAEMER DARYL KRAEMER Age 53, December 15, 2008. Beloved husband of Cheryl for 33 years. Loving father of Thomas (Jennifer) and Melissa (Patrick) Pordon. Adored grandpa of Katelyn and Zachary. Loving son of Leo and Shirley. Dear brother of David (Rose Ann), Dennis (Donna), Diane, Donna, Duane (Jill), Donald, Dean (Jackie), Doreen (Mark) and Douglas. Brother-in-law of Carole (Les) Botfa, Lisa (John) Brennan, Lesley (Tony) Laudzio and Richard (Sally) Hamilton. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 4 until 9 p.m. and Friday 1 until 9 p.m. with a scripture service at 7:30 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Funeral service Saturday. In state 10:00 a.m. with Mass at 10:30 a.m. at SS. John and Paul Catholic Church, 7777 W. 28 Mile Rd., Washington Twp. Please sign online guestbook at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com
KRAJEWSKI MARY THERESA KRAJEWSKI MARY KRAJEWSKI Beloved wife of Edward, passed away December 27, 2008 in Lewiston, MI at age 75. A long time Center Line resident and graduate of Hamtramck High, Mary is survived by brother Joe Bodnar, son Timothy, daughter Geralyn, granddaughter Jacquelyn, and great-grandchildren Trevor and Marcus. Visitation December 30 from 4-7 p.m. at Green Funeral Home, Lewiston. Memorial 11 a.m. December 31 at St. Francis of Assissi, Lewiston.
KRAJEWSKI ROBERT MARIO KRAJEWSKI ROBERT KRAJEWSKI Age 44 of Madison Heights, died on December 2, 2008. Loving husband of Karen (Bieszke). Dearest son of George and Rose Krajewski. He has been employed by WEBASTO for the past 15 years. He enjoyed golf and playing video games. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with the funeral on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Rd., Madison Heights, MI. Burial in White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Online condolences can be sent to: www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com
KRAUS EMIL LENNON KRAUS EMIL KRAUS 91 of Grayling passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2008. Visitation will be held at Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home, on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 between 1-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Grayling on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 11 a.m Interment will be at Elmwood Cemetery in Grayling. Condolences may be sent to www.sorensonlockwood.com.
KRAUSE MATTHEW T KRAUSE MATTHEW KRAUSE Age 30, of Redford. Suddenly on Friday, December 12th, 2008. Beloved son of Sandra and Thomas Krause, loving brother to Alycia, uncle to Dylan and Gage. Grandparents Eleanor (deceased) and Ray Dzendzel, Maureen and William (deceased) Krause. Aunts and uncles, Kathy Johnson (David), William (Cindy), Tim (Lee Ann), Robert (Christine), Michael, John (Sherri) Krause, Judith Ann Telfer and Cheryl Lynn (John) Sprader. Matt has left many dear friends behind. Friends viewing Tuesday, December 16th following a private family viewing, at 3 p.m.-9 p.m. Wednesday, December 17th, 2 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 5 Mile Road, Livonia, 734-525-9020, Thursday, December 18th, viewing at 10 a.m., followed by services at 11 a.m., Brightmoor Christian Church, 40800 W. 13 Mile Rd., Novi, MI 48377, 248-668-7000 The family requests memorial contributions in Matthew's name can be made to: Children With Hair Loss— www.childrenwithhairloss.us. And, The Joseph J. Laurencelle Memorial Foundation—www.jjlmf.com. Additional expressions of sympathy can also be shared at www.neely-turowski.com
KRUEGER CAROL E KRUEGER CAROL KRUEGER Age 90. December 16, 2008. Dearest wife of Carl (deceased). Dear mother of Karen (Ray)Essell, Bob(Anne), and Rick(Deb). Loving Grandmother of six and great-grandmother of three. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 8260 Jackson Rd. Ann Arbor. Visitation Friday from 5-8 p.m. at Muehlig Funeral Chapel, 403 S Fourth, Ann Arbor and at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Family suggests memorials to Bethany Lutheran Church, 11475 E Outer Drive, Detroit 48224, or Peace Lutheran Church, 8260 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, 48103.
KRUSLENSKY ANNA J KRUSLENSKY ANNA KRUSLENSKY Age 80. December 2, 2008 of Lincoln Park. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of the late Vincent. Dear mother-in-law of Lorraine. Dearest sister of Angelo Tasti, Lena Grzebyk, Grace Barr, Elizabeth Tasti and Mary Colone. Loving grandmother of Derek (Vicky), Kevin and great grandmother of Andrew and Olivia. Visitation Thursday 5-8 p.m. at the John K. Solosy Funeral Home, 3206 Fort St., Lincoln Park. Instate Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of mass 10 a.m. at St. Henry Catholic Church, 1358 Council, Lincoln Park. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery.
KRYVICKY JEFFREY S KRYVICKY EFFREY KRYVICKY of Naples, Florida, died Monday, December 8, 2008 at home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife Kimberly; his children, Harrison Kryvicky, Clayton Kryvicky, Shannon (Bruce) Fawcett, Patrick (Missy) Kryvicky, Robert Kryvicky, Kristie Reaves, Jeffrey (Claire) Kryvicky. Also survived by his nine grandchildren, Grace, Riley, Tyler, Spencer, Harper, Wyatt, Bailey, Payton, Grant, and his great-grandson Colton. Relatives and friends are invited to call Friday, December 12th from 6-8 p.m. at the Fuller Funeral Home, 1625 Pine Ridge Rd. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, 475 Ninth Avenue South. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jeff's memory to the Cancer Alliance of Naples, 733 Fourth Ave. North, Naples, FL 34102. www.fullerfuneralhome.com
KUJALA, IDA KUJALA BETTY KUJALA age 69; of Flint; passed away November 29, 2008. She was born January 3, 1939, in Detroit, the daughter of Harold and Fannie (Seppanen) Kujala. She attended Troy High School, Western Michigan University, and Michigan State University for a master's degree. She first taught English at Ferndale High School, then for over thirty years at Flint Northern High School, retiring in 2001. She also owned Copy Depot Express Printing in Flint for several years. She is survived by her sister, Sandra (Joe) Walls of Ann Arbor; brothers, Michael (Patricia) Kujala of Troy and Donald Seppanen of Madison Heights; brother-in-law, Dennis Haase of Troy; nieces, Tracy, Michelle, Heidi and Cassie; nephews, Shawn, Chad and Dillon; several cousins; special friends, Sharon, Sally, Shirley, Karen K., Karen F. and Bobbi. She was preceded in death by her parents and beloved sister, Joyce Haase. A Memorial Service will be on Saturday, December 27, at 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Flint, 2474 S. Ballenger Hwy., Flint. Memorial donations can be made to UTF (United Teachers of Flint), 5095 Exchange Dr., Flint 48507, please note "Scholarship Fund"; or FCA (Finnish Center Association), c/o Pearl Wantaja, 28235 Townley, Madison Heights 48071.
KULAS ROSE E KULAS ROSE KULAS December 14, 2008, age 86 of Wayne. Beloved wife of the late Julius. Dear mother of Ron (Peggy), Rick, Calvin (Cindy), Roxanne, Gary and the late Ray. Sister of Corrine Pudysz and Bill Tousignant. Grandmother of 10, great grandmother of eight. Family will receive friends Saturday 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. rosary service at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland. Memorials to Presbyterian Village of Redford would be appreciated. Visit and post a note of condolence at www.uhtfh.com
KULCHYSKI MARGARET E KULCHYSKI MARGARET KULCHYSKI December 6, 2008. Age 90. Beloved wife of the late Peter. Loving mother of Joseph (Kathleen) and James (Catherine). Loving grandmother of Kimberly (Paul) Schmitt, Jodie (Joseph) Barnes, and Shannon Haskin. Predeceased by one grandson, the late Shane. Great-grandmother of five. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Scripture Service Monday 7 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, for place and time, please call 586-826-8550. Interment St. John Catholic Cemetery, Oceola Township, MI. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Michigan Parkinson Foundation.
KULINSKI DEBRA L KULINSKI DEBRA KULINSKI December 21, 2008. Beloved wife of Lawrence M. Dear mother of Adam S. (Korinn) and Amy L. Loving daughter of Lois Kebbe. Grandmother of Carter. Also survived by two sisters and two brothers. Funeral Saturday at 10 a.m. from the chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.). Family will receive visitors Friday 1-9 p.m. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com
KULWICKI JOSEPH KULWICKI III Age 48. December 13, 2008. Beloved son of Jeanette and the late Joseph Jr. Dearest brother of Constance (Michael) Paduchowski, Ann (Matthew) Brown and Michael (Donica) Kulwicki. Dear uncle of Jennifer, Kate, Jessica, Jacob, Natalie, Joshua, Sarah, Andrew and Zachary. Funeral Wednesday 9 a.m. from David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (1 blk N. of 12 Mile Rd.), Warren to St. Florian Catholic Church for a 10 a.m. Mass. Visitation Monday and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
KUPIEC HELEN KUPIEC Age 87, November 29, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Loving mother of Marcella (Mike) Combs, Victor (Bernie) Kupiec, Richard Kupiec, Arthur (Louise) Kupiec, Gerry (Anne) Kupiec, Carl (Patricia) Kupiec and the late Henry Kupiec. Devoted grandmother of 13 and proud great-grandmother of 11. Dear sister of Rose and Jean. Visitation Tuesday 2:30-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. Visitation will continue Wednesday at St. Thecla Catholic Church, Clinton Twp., 9:30 a.m. until Mass at 10 a.m. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com
KUZAWINSKI JACOB JOHN KUZAWINSKI JACOB KUZAWINSKI December 12, 2008. Age 83. Beloved husband of the late Betty. Loving father of Jacob James (Ann) and Robert (Linda). Dear grandfather of Todd, Matt (Kim), Jessica and Elizabeth. Dearest great-grandfather of seven. Also survived by his dear companion Gloria Silardi and many other loving family members. In state Tuesday 10:30 a.m. with Mass to follow 11 a.m. at St. Aidan Catholic Church, 17500 Farmington Rd. Visitation Monday 5-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile Rd. (between Middlebelt and Merriman) Livonia. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. www.neely-turowski.com
KUZINKOSKI EUGENE J KUZINKOSKI EUGENE KUZINKOSKI GENO KUZINKOSKI December 6, 2008. 77 years. Beloved husband of Genevieve. Dear father of Pamela Levin, Karen (Gordon) Heidacker, and Garry (Deborah) Kuzinkoski. Also survived by seven grandchildren. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Cremation Meadowcrest Cemetery. Memorials to Hospice of Southeastern Michigan.
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