BLITZ KRIEG PUBLISHING
MICHIGAN DEATH NOTICES
December 2008
LAST NAME "F"
FAIRBROTHER GAIL HENNEY FAIRBROTHER GAIL FAIRBROTHER GAIL Died on December 5, 2008. Beloved mother of Joshua Fairbrother, dear sister of Hope Hoffman, loving aunt of Melissa Koos (Gregory) and Kristin Cowper (John). Also survived by four great nieces. Funeral serivce on Wednesday, December 10 at 4:00 p.m. at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, 61 Grosse Pointe Boulevard. Memorial contributions may be made to Services for Older Citizens (SOC), 17150 Waterloo, Grosse Pointe City, MI, 48230.
FAIRCLOTH WILLIAM A FAIRCLOTH WILLIAM FAIRCLOTH Of Saint Clair Shores passed away at home on Sunday at the age of 78. Born at home in Camilla, Georgia on August 30th 1930, a son of Rayford Dooley and Nancy Jane Dollar Faircloth he was married to his wife Barbara for 48 years. William made his home in the Detroit metro area from 1947 until he passed away. The founder and owner of Faircloth Manufacturing Company in Warren, Michigan, Bill was a well known figure of the manufacturing community in the Groesbeck Highway corridor. He was also known as a Worshipful Brother of the Masonic Fraternity, a Past Master of Jefferson Lodge #553 F& AM, a member of several Masonic organizations and an ambassador of the Ancient Arabic Order, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, Moslem Temple, Detroit. He was also an avid power boater and had been a member of the MacRay Yacht Club. William is survived by his wife Barbara, his son Patrick of Saint Clair Shores, his morally adopted son Joseph Ferrera of Saint Clair Shores, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild, one brother Frank of Atlanta, and in the Detroit area by his nephews James and Guy Faircloth. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Oakland University in memory of William A. Faircloth: Oakland University, John Dodge House, Rochester MI, 48309 Friends may call at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave. Saint Clair Shores, visitation Tuesday 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Masonic memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Kaul Funeral Home and will be followed by a religious service. William will be buried at the Delwood Cemetery in Camilla, Georgia
FAIRFIELD, KEVIN JAY FAIRFIELD KEVIN FAIRFIELD of Grand Blanc; age 32; died Thursday, December 18, 2008. Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, December 22, 2008 at Faith Church, 3411 Airport Road, Waterford, MI 48329. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to an educational fund for his son, Jeremiah. Visitation 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Kevin will be at the church 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
FALARDEAU, GRACE HELEN FALARDEAU GRACE FALARDEAU of Clarkston, formerly of Ferndale; December 8, 2008; age 79. Wife of Edward; mother of Edward Bob (Pat) of Midland, James Jim (Cynthia) o f FL; preceded in death by her son Bill; mother-in-law of Donna Falardeau of Waterford; "Grandma Grace/Grammy of Nicole, Anne, Lee, Alexandre, Wyatt and Abby. Memorial Service Tuesday, December 16, 2008 12:30 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Tuesday 11:30 a.m. until time of service. Memorials may be made to Toys for Tots or Autismspeaks.org Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com
FARRIS FAYE ZELBA FARRIS FAYE FARRIS Age 82 of Garden City, was called home to the Lord's house Sunday, December 28, 2008 from Oakwood Hospital. Beloved wife of Adrian. Dear mother of Adrian C. (Vivien), Donna (Mark) Sullivan, and Susan (John) Livak. Sister of Charles and James Roman. Grandmother of Simona Keith, Brandon, Rebecca, and Eric Lane, and Karri, Holly, and Ryan Ontko. Great-grandmother of Calum Keith. Visitation Wednesday 2-7 p.m. and Thursday 1-7 p.m. Funeral Service Friday 10 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill).
FARRIS VERTA FARRIS 88, December 17, 2008. Loving wife of the late C.B. Beloved mother of Barbara, Ann, Linnon, Gerri, Judy, Charlean, Donnie, Yvonne, and Hope. Proud grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral Service Saturday 10 a.m. A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd. Grosse Pointe Woods. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. ahpeters.com
FARRUGIA GRACIE MARY FARRUGIA GRACIE FARRUGIA 82, of Atlantic Beach, NC, died Monday, December 15, 2008. Mrs. Farrugia was born November 8, 1926, on the Island of Malta in the village of Kirkop to the late Charles and Vincenza Ellul. She and her husband retired to Atlantic Beach from Detroit in 1992. She was a member of the Maltese American Club in Detroit and a former member of St. Jemma Catholic Church, Detroit. Her funeral services will be private. Survived by husband Emmanuel Farrugia; daughters Odette Park (Randy), of Howell, Michigan; Carmen L. DeStefano of Morehead City, NC; son Leonard E. Farrugia (Lana), of Newport, NC; brother Andrew Ellul (Jessie), of Michigan and Florida; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Egbert Catholic Church, 1706 Evans Street, Morehead City, NC 28557. Arrangements by Brooks Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Morehead City, North Carolina. Access online obituary and Internet condolences through brooksfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
FAST ALYCE L FAST ALYCE FAST Age 93. Died November 30, 2008. Dear wife of the late Adolph. Dear mother of Charles (Sharon), Robert (Carol), Charlene (Mark) Hamlyn, and Rosemary Ward. Proud grandmother of seven and six great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with her Funeral Service Thursday at 11 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
FAULKNER GILLIAN MARY FAULKNER GILLIAN FAULKNER Age 53 of Ferndale. Beloved wife of Duane Hamel for 30 years. Dear mother of Kiera (Lee) Jekos and Simone (Jeffrey) Culley. Sister of Peter, Pat, Timothy and Gay Faulkner. One grandson Gavin Ray Culley also survives. She worked for Northwest Airlines as a lead trainer in customer service. Memorial visitation Friday, December 19, 6-9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until her service, 2 p.m. at Wessels & Wilk Funeral Home, 23690 Woodward Ave., Pleasant Ridge. Memorials suggested to Ferndale Public Library. Her ability to love inspired many.
FAZIO PHILLIP FAZIO 83, of Macomb Township, died Tuesday, December 16, 2008, at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Clinton Township. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio and lived in both Michigan and Florida. Mr. Fazio was a successful businessman who was President of Sherwood Iron Works, the President of Warren Chateau Hall and an active real estate investor. He was an outdoor enthusiast, an avid golfer, WWII veteran and a friend to many. He is survived by his wife Jean Fazio; five of his six brothers and sisters, Pauline McNabb (George), Vincenta Fowlds (Robert, dec'd), Benedetto Fazio (Ilene) Saverio Fazio (Jeanette), and Natalie Fazio, dec'd (Carol); three of his four children, Michael Fazio, Steven Fazio (Christine), and Katie Riggio, Phyllis Fazio, dec'd (Thomas LeFebvre); five step children, Ken Karam (Kim), Kelly Karam (Butch Stenz), Kim Nothnagel (Arnie), Kay Mahan (Bryan), and Keith Karam; six grandchildren Antonio Riggio, Phillip Fazio, Vincent Riggio, Lisa Fazio, Rose Riggio and Jacob Fazio; 12 step -grandchildren; two great grandchildren and two step great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Thursday 6-9 p.m., December 18, 2008 and Friday 1-9p.m. December 19, 2008 with evening prayers 7 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes Road, Sterling Heights. In state 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com.
FEARON RITA A FEARON RITA GANNON FEARON RITA FEARON (nee GANNON) Age 78. December 10, 2008. Wife of the late John "Jack". Dear mother of Michael (Opal), John, Colleen (Fred) Lipsey, Diane (Mike Majewski) Fearon and Carole Mitchell. Grandmother of Ann Marie, Rachel, Amanda and Joey. Great-grandmother of Jack, Brayden and Nicholas. Sister of Gerald and Robert Gannon and the late Marie and Shirley. Visitation Friday 3 - 9 p.m. at O'Brien/ Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi (248) 348-1800. Funeral Service Saturday 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Donations in Mrs. Fearon's name can be made to Hospice of Michigan, American Diabetes Association and Michigan Humane Society. On line sympathy messages at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com
FEHLIG WILLIAM G FEHLIG WILLIAM FEHLIG December 12, 2008 Age 88 of Plymouth. Loving husband of Virginia. Beloved father of David (Holly) and Patricia (David) Tome. Beloved grandpa of David (Maria), Jeff (Nancy), Brian (Sabrina) Tome, Catherine Tome, Jeff (Chitose) Hanert, and Jill (George) Carroll. Dear Great-grandpa of Brittany, Makayla, Brenden, Jeremy, Justen, Jordan, Reed, Owen, Luke, and Brandon. Mr. Fehlig was a custom home builder, developer, and real estate broker. Bill was the last surviving charter member of the Plymouth Lions Club, having been a very active member for 61 years. He was also a lifelong member of the Plymouth Elks. Funeral Monday 11 a.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth (between Sheldon and Beck). Visitation Sunday 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Plymouth Lions Foundation. To share memories, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com
FENNER, NEWELL FRANKLIN FENNER NEWELL FENNER age 34; of Lennon; died Tuesday, December 2, 2008. Funeral Services will be held 4 p.m. Sunday, December 7, 2008, at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton with Pastor James Mascow officiating. Visitation will be held 12 Noon until the time of service Sunday. Newell was born August 21, 1974, in Pontiac, the son of Thomas C. Fenner and Viola Brown. He lived most of his life in Oakland County and attended Waterford High School. Newell worked at Fast Eddie's Oil Change in Swartz Creek. Surviving are daughter, April Marie Noon; mother and step-father, Viola and William Swain of NV; three sisters, Linda (Gary) Amos of Harrison, Robin (Douglas) Mecham of Linden and Dawn (Kevin) Kozlowicz of Grand Blanc; half-brothers and half-sisters, Tom Fenner, Katrina Gilbert, Tammy (Jason) Mead, Kim (Jerry) Zinger, Lila (John) Sokol and Valerie Peters; grandmother, Betty Butterfield. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituary page of sharpfuneralhomes.com
FENTON DAVID FENTON Beloved husband of the late May Fenton. Dear father of Cyd Stone and Neale Stone, Stuart Fenton and fiancée Milana Yatskevich. Loving grandfather of Ryan Stone, Scott Stone and Rachel Fenton. Dearest brother of the late Ruth (the late Cecil) Malach. GRAVESIDE SERVICES TODAY 1 P.M. AT THE B'NAI ISRAEL MEM. GARDENS IN NOVI. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com
FERRISS JANE D FERRISS JANE FERRISS Age 77, December 3, 2008. Beloved mother of Michael (Andrea) and Dave (Kristine). Dear sister of Joan Sackett, and cherished grandmother of Elizabeth, Arthur, Michael, Laura, Joseph and Katherine. The family will receive guests on Friday, December 5th from 2-8 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (just N. of Grand River, btwn. 9-10 Mile Rd.), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Memorial tributes suggested to Mariner's Church of Detroit, 170 E. Jefferson, Detroit 48226. heeney-sundquist.com
FIELD MERL FIELD Age 92 of Hale, formerly of Clawson. December 29, 2008. Beloved husband for 61 yrs to Lillian (nee; McCabe) Merl is survived by his children; Thomas (Karen) Field, Kathleen (the late Bill) McCann, five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and siblings; Berl Field and Ethel Mundt. Mr. Field is predeceased by his parents and six siblings. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with Scripture at 7:00 p.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main St. (4 Blks. N. of 14 Mile Rd.) in Clawson. Instate Wednesday 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral mass 10:30 a.m. Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 581 E. 14 Mile Rd. in Clawson. Share online condolences at www.gramerfuneralhome.com
FILTHAUT RICHARD E FILTHAUT SR RICHARD FILTHAUT SR Age 70, December 21, 2008. Beloved husband of Judith. Loving father of Richard E., Jr. (Denise), Randall W. and Whitney K. Dear grandfather of Andrew and Jake. Dear brother of William (JoAnn), Fred, David Arnold (Lisa), and Paula. Dear uncle to several nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Saturday 7:00 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (north of 22 Mile), Shelby Twp. Visitation Saturday 2-9 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Mat Gaberty Heart fund at Mt. Clemens Regional Medical Center. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
FINCH IRA LEON FINCH SR IRA FINCH SR Sunrise November 26, 1925 - Sunset October 23, 2008. Of Detroit. Married to Josephine in 1951. Survived by children Barbara and Ira, Jr.
FINCH JOSEPHINE ELIZABETH HOBBLEY FINCH JOSEPHINE HOBBLEY FINCH JOSEPHINE ELIZABETH FINCH JOSEPHINE FINCH Sunrise February 20, 1924 - Sunset March 5, 2008. Preceded in death by husband, Ira. Survived by children, Barbara and Ira, Jr.
FISANICK MICHAEL FISANICK Age 83. Departed 21 December. Loving husband of the late Lesia Lillian (Kotovich). Beloved father of Nancy Yevich, Karen Holowchak (David), and Laura Gibbons. Dear grandfather of Heather and Melissa Yevich, Jennifer, David, and Andrew Holowchak, and Hailey Gibbons. Great-grandfather of four. Brother of Steve Fisanick (Mickie). Born in Barnesboro, Pennsylvania. U.S. Army Veteran. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with Panahida at 7 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 6 Mile Rd. in Livonia. Funeral Services at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Ukrainian Catholic Church, 26667 Joy Rd. in Dearborn Heights on Saturday. Visitation 10 a.m. until Funeral at 10:30 a.m.
FISHER ROBERT J FISHER ROBERT FISHER Dec 4, 2008. Age 54 of Marine City, formerly of Harper Woods. Retired from G.M. Powertrain Plant, Warren. Best friend and husband of Carol Ann. Father of Kimberly (Ray) Martin, Brian Fisher and Michele (Scott) Cherry. Grandfather of Jordan and Kayla Cherry, Holly Martin and Ray Martin III. Son of Jean Fisher and the late George F. Fisher. Brother of Sue Harrington, Mary Hein, Judy Austin, David Fisher, Elaine Kunnath and Janet Shoener. Memorial Service Saturday, December 13 at 10 a.m. in New Life Assembly of God Church, 16975 E. 12 Mi. Rd., Roseville, MI 48066 bet. Utica Rd. and (M-97) Groesbeck Hwy.
FISHER WILLIAM LEO FISHER WILLIAM FISHER Born April 28, 1927. Attended Detroit Public Schools, earning an engineering degree at the University of Detroit, and a law degree at George Washington University School of Law. Married 55 years to Barbra Jean (Loesch). Loving father of the late Therese de Lisieux, Mary Payne (John), William (Yvonne), Edward, John, Georgia Germani (Robert, Jr.), Martin, and Patrick. Dear grandfather of Katherine, Maureen, Johno, Adam, Sarah, Megan, Jacob, Claire, Rachel, Leah, Rebecca, Kayla, Haley, Owen, and Mya. Great-grandfather of Jaela. Brother of Claire Koklar Sheridan of Oxford, MI. Visitation Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Funeral Service Monday, in state 9:30 a.m. with Mass at 10 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church, 16414 14 Mile, Fraser, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Latin Rite Church, Fraser, MI and/or St. Joseph Catholic Church, 34437 Sims St., Wayne, MI 48184. View on line guest book at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com.
FISS NATHAN C FISS NATHAN FISS of Waterford; December 20, 2008; at age 87. Husband of the late Anna Fiss; dear father of James (Connie) Fiss of Davisburg and the late Nathan L. Fiss; loving grandfather of Nathan (Crystal) Fiss and Jamie Fiss; also survived by his his long time companion, Margarete Stites; his brothers, Wilbert and Richard Fiss; and his sister, Venita McPhail. Nathan was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, W.W.II. He was a retired painter and an avid long time musician who, along with other instruments, especially enjoyed the guitar. Funeral Service Tuesday, December 23, 2008, 3 p.m. at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford. Family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until the time of the service. Memorial donations may be made to the Waterford Golden Agers. To send a private condolence go to www.coatsfuneralhome.com and select guestbook.
FITZPATRICK JOHN FITZPATRICK JACK FITZPATRICK Age 84 of Marathon, Florida and Lewiston, MI. Beloved husband of the late Marilynn. Loving father of Patricia Kehoe, Rita (Jerry) Stefano, Kathleen FitzCrane, John Fitzpatrick, and Teresa (Michael) Lavenuta. Sibling of Fred and David (Rosemary) Fitzpatrick. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Visitation Wednesday 5-8 p.m. and Thursday 1-8 p.m. with a wake, prayer service, Thursday at 7 p.m. at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale (1½ blocks W. of Woodward). Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. with in state at 10:30 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, Ferndale, MI. www.spauldingcurtin.com
FITZPATRICK ROBERT E FITZPATRICK ROBERT FITZPATRICK The Saw Man Fitzpatrick "The Saw Man" Age 84, died peacefully at home November 30, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Ann (nee Dragomer). Dear father of Robbie (George ) Sawitski and Randy Fitzpatrick. Loving grandfather of Austin and Olivia Fitzpatrick. Brother of Shirley Ash, Sally (Lloyd) Durkee and Larry Fitzpatrick. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews and many dear friends in this county and in Ireland. Visiting hours Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Thursday at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores (586-775-2424). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Prayers Tuesday evening.
FLEMING ALICE ELAINE FLEMING ALICE FLEMING Of Oscoda. December 5, 2008. Age 74. Beloved wife of James. Loving mother of Lee (Stanley) Thompson, Maureen (Jeff) Silverstein, Jamie (Keith) Skipworth, Kelly (Dale) Robertson, James Fleming, and Carolyn Fleming. Dear sister of Walter Dunn, Grace Callahan, Ann LaPorte, Joan Gulyas, and Connie Armatis. Dearest grandmother of eight. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. with an evening Rosary at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak St., Wyandotte, 734-285-9000. Funeral Service Tuesday, in state 9:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 105 Superior Blvd., Wyandotte with a 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery.
FLEMING GARNET FLEMING Age 81, December 20, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Loving mother of Diane Foerster (Tom), Debbie Schultz (the late Steve), Donna Hope, Karen Fleming, Kathleen Kent (Terry) and John Fleming. Grandmother of Erin Fleming, Andrew Kent and John Richard Fleming. Also survived by extended family, Jerry and Clayton Hunter. Visitation Monday 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. with prayers at 7:00 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. Funeral Tuesday, in state 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Angela Catholic Church, 25395 Chippendale, Roseville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org
FLETCHER WILLIAM FLETCHER Age 86, December 22, 2008. Beloved husband of Carol. Dearest father of Barry (Sandy) Fletcher, Brad Fletcher, and Kay (Terry) Hilton. Loving grandfather of Sara Fletcher, Lisa Fletcher, Julie (Matthew) Heromin, Kelly (Adrian) Robson, and Kathryn (David) Meninga. Loving great-grandfather of Madison, Joshua, James, Amanda and Ellie. Dear brother of Margaret Denham. Dear uncle of Gayle (Jim) McAmis. Visitation Tuesday 6-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorial service Wednesday 2 p.m. at Henry Ford Village Chapel, 15101 Ford Rd., Dearborn. www.mccabefuneralhome.com
FLYNN TERRY EDWARD FLYNN TERRY FLYNN Died December 22, 2008. He is survived by three sons, five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Internment to be in Tennessee.
FOKSA DALE M FOKSA DALE FOKSA Of Ferndale, age 52, December 16, 2008. Preceded in death by his loving parents, Joseph and Ida. Loving brother of Dennis (Sue) and the late Robert. Uncle of Russell and Amy. He was a proud underachiever as a U.S. postal employee (Detroit GMF) since 1986; as well as being a WWE fanatic and a human encyclopedia of punk rock and generally everything else worth knowing. Dale will be missed by all of his friends, including his Thursday night Gusoline Alley colleagues and his Huckleberry Friend, Ruth. Visitation Saturday 2-8 p.m. and funeral Sunday 1 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to Michigan Humane Society or family appreciated. "I've been set free and I've been bound to the memories of yesterday's clouds. I've been set free and I've been bound and now, I'm set free. I'm set free." -Lou Reed. Share your memories at. www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
FOLTENYI ELIZABETH MARY FOLTENYI ELIZABETH FOLTENYI Age 84 of Oakland Twp. went to be with Jesus December 11, 2008. Loving wife of Gabor for 54 years. Wonderful mother of Nicolette (Daniel) Jenaras and Lenci (Kristin) Foltenyi. Cherished granny of Lydia, Alexander, Celia, Nicholas, and Anastasia. The family will receive friends Sunday 4-8 p.m. at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Memorial Mass Monday, December 15, 4 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 715 N. Lapeer Rd., Lake Orion. In lieu of flowers memorials to St. Joseph Church Building Fund, or for a future Memorial Educational Scholarship. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
FORD ELEANOR A FORD ELEANOR FORD December 13, 2008. Age 84. Beloved wife of the late George. Dear mother of Sue Ford (Mike Bird). Loving grandmother of Moreija, Gnora, Cody, and step-grandmother of Cathy, Kyle, Sheryl and Matt. Funeral service Tuesday 10 a.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave at Vernier Road, Grosse Pointe Woods. Visitation Monday 4-9 p.m. Interment Mt. Vernon Cemetery. ahpeters.com
FORD ELIZABETH HOLTON FORD ELIZABETH FORD December 13, 2008. Wife of the late Frederick C. Ford, Jr. Mother of John B. (Anna) Warren, Jr. of Metamora, MI. Stepmother of Fred C. (Eleanor) Ford III. Loving grandmother of Elizabeth and Charles, step-grandmother of Booth and Anne. Memorial service at Christ Church of Grosse Pointe Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Memorial tributes to Garden Club of Michigan-Memorial Fund, c/o Mrs. Thomas N. Griffith, 515 Washington Rd., Grosse Pointe, MI 48230. Arrangements by Hamilton Cremation Society of Grosse Pointe.
FOSTER HAL BURNS FOSTER HAL FOSTER Age 100. Loving husband of the late Julia. Beloved father of Margery (Samuel) Knapp, Joseph (Jean) Foster, and the late James Huxley Foster. Proud grandfather of Samuel David (Leann) Knapp III, Jill (Les) Sheldon, and Joel Foster. Three great-grandchildren, Laurie, Evan, and Kirsten also survive. Dear brother of the late Ross Foster. Funeral Services Friday 10 a.m. (in state at 9:30 a.m.) in First United Methodist Church, 57 SB Gratiot, Mt. Clemens. Visitation in the Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main, Mt. Clemens, Thursday 3-8 p.m. Contributions to First United Church or charity of choice. Share memories with the family at www.vickfuneralhome.com.
FOSTER ROB FOSTER SR December 2, 2008. Age 81 of Bloomfield Hills. Husband of the late Norma J. Dear father of Kathryn Carey Foster, William Chapman Foster, III (Marcie), Julie Robinson Foster-Lindquist, George Lindquist, Samuel Robinson Foster and Cymbre Foster. Also survived by six grandchildren. Funeral Saturday 1 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Friday 4-8p.m. View obituary and share memories at: www.desmondfuneralhome.com
FRACZEK LEONARD M FRACZEK SR LEONARD FRACZEK SR Father of Leonard Jr, Rosemary, Joanne, and Joseph. Born September 11, 1933-died December 8, 2008 Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Woods, Woodhaven, 10 a.m. December 13, 2008
FRANCISCO DOLORES FRANCISCO Age 77. Beloved mother of Betty, Sammy (Dee), Dorothy, Margie, Irene, Rusty, June, Toni and Maryann and seven daughters of love; Carol, Arlene, Laura, Lisa, Joann, Cristo and Ronnie; five sons of love: Ray, Rick, Danny, Randy, Rick and Fess. Also leaves many grandchildren, great grandchildren and a great great grandchild. Sister of Alfred Bowman. Visiting Monday 3-9 p.m. Services Tuesday 12 noon at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (between 6-7 Mile).
FRANKFURTH WILLIAM S FRANKFURTH WILLIAM FRANKFURTH of White Lake Twp.; December 10, 2008; age 55. Loving husband of Judy Smalik Frankfurth for over 34 years; dear father of Erin (Tim) Callico, Joe (Christy) Frankfurth and Jamie Frankfurth; beloved son of Jack Frankfurth and the late Alice; dear brother of Jim (Mary) Frankfurth, Cindy (Tom) Tesolin and Mary Collins; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mr. Frankfurth was a machinist at Trutron Corporation and was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. He also was an avid fisherman. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, December 13, 2008, 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9086 Hutchins Road, White Lake. Celebrant Father Thomas L. Meagher. The family will receive friends Friday 3 to 8 p.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford and at the church on Saturday after 10:30 a.m. The family would prefer that flowers not be sent, but rather memorials be made to the Make A Wish Foundation. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com
FRANKS DR JULIUS FRANKS DR JULIUS JR DDS passed away November 27, 2008, formerly of Hamtramck. Julius attended Hamtramck High School where he was an outstanding student and athlete which earned him a selection in the School's Hall of Fame. After High School he enrolled at the University of Michgan where he earned All American Honors. In 1951 earned his D.D.S. degree from University of Michigan School of Dentistry. He began his dental practice in Grand Rapids. Julius leaves to cherish his memories his children Cheryl, Bobby, Beverly (George) Grant, Fredrick; sister Edith Adkins; four grandchildren several nieces and nephews.
FRASER DONALD E FRASER SR DONALD FRASER SR December 9, 2008. Age 91. Beloved husband of Shirley for 63 years. Dear father of Don Jr. (Gina), Ray (Valerie), Jim (Sally), Wendy Routhier (Charles) and the late Lawrence. Also survived by 9 grandchildren. Brother of William (Joanne). Father-in-law of Danielle. Memorial service Saturday, January 3, 2009 12 Noon at North Congregational Church, 36520 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorials to Beaumont Hospice, 3601 W. Thirteen Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073 or North Congregational Church. A.J. Desmond & Sons 248-549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
FRASER MARK STEPHEN FRASER MARK FRASER Passed away on December 13, 2008 at the age of 49. He is survived by his wife Cindy and his children Carly, Barbara, Emily, and Kevin; his father Mac, and step-mother Eileen; his siblings Terri, Mike (Michelle), Steve (Kathy), Lori (Randy) Wakeling, Mike (Grace) Mortiz, Marty (Sheila) Mortiz, and Matt Mortiz; and many wonderful friends. He is predeceased by his mother Barb and sister Cheryl. He will be greatly missed by all. Family will receive friends at Harry J Will Funeral Home. Viewing will be Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 12-9 p.m. with Prayer Service 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made for his children to the "Fraser Family Fund", P.O. Box 930083 Wixom, MI 48393.
FREEL THOMAS JOSEPH FREEL THOMAS FREEL December 3, 2008. Age 72, resident of Grosse Ile for 32 years. Beloved husband of Mary Jane. Dear father of Cathy Tucker, Thomas, and Carrie Chisholm (Todd). Grandfather of Bailey and Nicole Tucker and Micaela Freel. Brother of Leon, Mike, John, Pete, George, Don, Chuck, Paul, Pat Hill, and Mary Green. Preceded in death by brothers Barney and Jerome. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Tom was born in Bay City, Michigan, graduated from the University of Detroit and obtained a Master's Degree in Public Relations from Wayne State University. In addition to a long career in public relations with AAA of Michigan, he was Past President of the Detroit Press Club and member of the Michigan Outdoor Writer's Association. Passionate about the great outdoors and especially sailing, he was a lifetime member of the Ford Yacht Club. Family will receive friends at a memorial gathering Monday, December 8 from 4-7 p.m. followed immediately by a memorial service at 7 p.m. at the R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation. Online guestbook and obituary at: www.nixonfuneralhome.com.
FREEMAN MILTON EDWARD FREEMAN MILTON FREEMAN Age 75 of Clinton Twp., died on Thursday, December 18, 2008. Beloved husband of Judith. Dear father of Elisabeth and Scott and dear brother of Janet Hall. Funeral Service will be held at 12 Noon on Monday, December 22, 2008 at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr at Warren. Burial at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation Monday 10 a.m. until Noon.
FREISEN THERESA FREISEN TERRY FREISEN Age 44, of Northville, passed away December 8, 2008. Beloved wife of Timothy P. Devoted mother of Kirsten, Cameron, and Kendall. Cherished daughter of Katharine Yoder and daughter-in-law of Terrence and Maryellen Freisen. Loving sister of Rebecca (Dennis) Sweigart and Cynthia (Michael) Witty. Also loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Time of gathering Thursday 5-8 p.m. at Casterline Funeral Home, Inc. 122 W. Dunlap, Northville. Memorial Mass Friday 10:30 a.m. with visitation beginning 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel, 47650 North Territorial Rd., Plymouth. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Our Lady of Good Counsel Religious Education, 1062 Church St., Plymouth, MI 48170 are appreciated.
FRENCH CHARLES E FRENCH CHARLES FRENCH Age 55. December 7, 2008. Loving son of Marguerite and the late William. Dear brother of Christine (Robert) Sarason and William. Visitation Wednesday 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Dennis Catholic Church, Royal Oak. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com
FRIDAY MARY LOUISE FRIDAY MARY FRIDAY December 10, 2008 Age 94. Wife of the late Wilfred. Dear mother of Richard (Lorrie) and Mary Sue Friday. Grandmother of Amy (Michael), Matthew and David (Ivonne). Great grandmother of Emerson and Liam. Sister of Walter Scheuerman (Helen). Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (between 13-14 Mile) Friday 3-8 p.m. Rosary 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass Saturday 11 a.m. at St. Kenneth Church, 14951 Haggerty Rd., Plymouth. Visitation begins at church 10:30 a.m. Rite of Committal Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com
FRIEDMAN AARON M FRIEDMAN AARON FRIEDMAN AARON Beloved husband of the late Jean J. Friedman and the late Babette Slawin Friedman. Also survived by Babette's two daughters, Mitzi (Dr. Dale) Robinson and Lisa (Dr. Howard) Rose. Loving grandfather of Nicole Rose (Ivan Sheldon), Daniel Rose, Margo Weitzman and Zak Rose. Great grandfather of Ella Babette Sheldon. SERVICES MONDAY AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT AT OAKVIEW CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com
FRISKE ALBERT R FRISKE ALBERT FRISKE Age 62, December 7, 2008 of Allen Park. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen Morrison. Dearest brother of Cheryl (Lewis) Moeller, Darlene (Gary) Bolton and Robert (Julia) Friske. Beloved son of the late Marie and Richard Friske. Also survived by his sister-in-law Ruth Morrison and his very dear friend Mary Mulkey. Funeral Service Friday 7 p.m. at The Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). Visitation at the funeral home, Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. Memorial contributions in honor of Albert's life may be made to Penrickton Center for the Blind. Please visit online guest book at www.martenson.com.
FUCHS CHARLES D FUCHS CHARLES FUCHS age 59, December 7, 2008. Beloved husband of Karen. Dear father of Keith (Lanette) and Adam. Grandfather of Brianna and Nickolas. Brother of Susan Little and Debra Meany. Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday 11:30 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). Memorials suggested to Multiple Sclerosis Society.
FUJA FLORENCE J FUJA FLORENCE FUJA FLORENCE J Age 87 of Dearborn, December 11, 2008. Survived by her beloved sister-in-law, Trudy Fuja of Milford; 3 nieces, including Deborah (Mark) Kowalski of Commerce and 2 nephews, including, Thomas Fuja of Highland. Memorial Mass from St. Mary Catholic Church, 1955 E. Commerce Rd., Milford, Monday, December 15th at 10 a.m. Fr. Ron Anderson officiating. For further information phone Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors in Milford at 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com
FULTON, LILLIAN FULTON 85; died November 15, 2008 at St. Lucie Hospice House. She was preceded in death by her husband Vernon Fulton in 1999. Beloved mother of Susan Greer of Jensen Beach, FL, Nancy (Stephen) Lang, of Port St. Lucie, FL, Michael (Deborah) Fulton of Chester, SC; grandmother of Kristen (Mark) Dremann, Susanne (Michael) Zaborowski, Jennifer Greer, Laurie Lang, Kevin Lang, Leslie (Riad) Nakhle, Melanie (George) Santizo; great grandmother of Jake and Dex Dremann, Kennedy and Olivia Zaborowski, Michael and Benjamin Nakhle, Gavin Santizo. Memorial Brunch December 6th, 10 a.m. for family and friends at Deer Lake Athletic Club.
FUNDARO VINCENT JAMES FUNDARO VINCENT FUNDARO JIMMY FUNDARO Age 97. December 19, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Mary. Dearest father of Joseph (Judie), Frank (Rose) and Anthony (Phyllis). Loving grandfather of nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Josephine Ribel. Family will receive friends Sunday 2-8 p.m. and Monday 1-8 p.m. with Prayers at 7 p.m. at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. In state Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Barbara Church until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Member Bishop Foley K of C for 71 years. Oldest City of Dearborn Goodfellow.
FUNK VIRGINIA FUNK December 18, 2008. Age 94 of Detroit area. Beloved daughter of the late George and Martha. Dear sister of Hazel Fortune, Marion Randall, Grace Mantalas, George B. Funk, Jr. and the late William and Robert. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday 9:30 a.m. untill time of Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia, 48152.
FUQUA ROSEMARY FUQUA Age 81, of Harbor Beach, formerly of Detroit, died Monday, December 29, 2008. Dear wife to the late Fred Fuqua. Loving mother of Mark Fuqua, Gail DeRouin, Michael Fuqua, and Susan VanDeuren. Funeral services Saturday, January 3, 2008 at 1 p.m. at the Knoblock Funeral Home, 5720 N. Van Dyke, Kinde, MI 48445. 989-874-4022.
FURGAL RONALD G FURGAL RONALD FURGAL December 22, 2008. Age 73. Loving husband of Nancy. Greatest dad of Karen (Ray) Szukala, Kathy (Gerry) Skeltis, Karrie (Matt) Koneczny, Kevin (Cheryl) Furgal, and the late Ken Furgal. The Best Dziadz to Jason (Annie), Gary (Elisha), Justin, Lucas, Craig, Lauren, and Bryan. Dear great-grandfather of Andrew. Dear brother of the late Norman Furgal. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, 2291 E. Outer Drive (West of Ryan) Detroit. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (West of Hoover) Warren. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, charity of donors choice. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com
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