Our Obituaries
Christine Mary Naples
February 8, 1933 - May 20, 2019
Christine Mary Naples, age 86 of Roseville, died Monday, May 20, 2019 at the Sanctuary at Fraser Villa in Fraser, Michigan. She was born February 8, 1933 in Detroit, daughter of the late Walter and the late Sally (nee: Mazur) Sawicki.
Christine was a mere 21 years old when she joined with her beloved John in holy matrimony, a relationship that would grow and blossom to become a living...
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John Joseph Klank
March 18, 1930 - May 20, 2019
John Joseph Klank, age 89 of Shelby Township, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2019 in Madison Heights. He was born in Detroit on March 18,1930 , son of the late John and the late Mary (nee: Grabowski) Klank
Mr. Klank was a resident of Shelby Township and was employed as a maintenance man in the automotive field and also for Stroh's Brewery. Mr Klank loved going out on his boat, navigating...
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Cheri Michelle Stabile
August 19, 1957 - May 19, 2019
Cheri Michelle Stabile, age 61, died Sunday, May 19, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital & Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan. Cheri was born August 19, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late John Carroll and the late Shirley (nee: Richard) Howard.
Cheri was the beloved mother of Lisa (Bobby) Hollifield, and loving grandmother of Matthew, Nicholas, Nathan, Emily, and great...
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Barbara Ann Nawrocki
January 21, 1957 - May 18, 2019
Barbara Ann Nawrocki, age 62 of Warren, died Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. She was born January 21, 1957 in Detroit, daughter of the late Francis Bernard and the late Margaret Elsie (nee: Steffe) Duvall.
Barbara was just a young woman, not long out of high school, when Cupid began sharpening his arrow for the change he was about to bring her way. That change would...
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Eva Ilene Coppa
March 8, 1924 - May 17, 2019
Eva Ilene Coppa was born in Muncie, Indiana, USA on March 8th,1924. She passed away on May 17th, 2019 while in the care of her loving family, at Pembroke Pines, Florida. She was a current member of the Hollywood, Florida Branch. She was 95 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents; Virgil and Elsie Huey, her Brother Zedric Huey, three sisters Elizabeth (Betty) Monfils, Dixie Huey,...
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Michael David Briggs
January 9, 1950 - May 15, 2019
Michael David Briggs, age 69 of Warren, died Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital in Warren. He was born January 9, 1950 in Detroit, son of the late Henry Thomas and the late Betty Louise (nee: Repp) Briggs.
As a millwright in the automotive industry, it was pretty commonplace to find Michael with his sleeves rolled up and hunkered down while either installing, dismantling,...
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Edward Stephen Vraniak
December 11, 1938 - May 13, 2019
Edward Stephen Vraniak, age 80, died Monday, May 13, 2019, with his loved ones by his side, at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina.
He was born on December 11, 1938 in Detroit, son of the late John and the late Bertha Theresa (nee: Rocko) Vraniak.
Born and raised in Detroit, Edward's education highlights would begin with his graduation from Wilbur Wright Technical...
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Andrew Mark Grillo
July 12, 1961 - May 13, 2019
Andrew Mark Grillo, age 57 of Sterling Heights, died Monday, May 13. 2019 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan. He was born in Detroit on July 12, 1961, son of Bartolo and Delphine (nee: Hallman) Grillo.
Mr. Grillo was proud to be a cog in the massive wheel of the automotive industry where he worked as a maintenance technician. His job was to keep things running smooth,...
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Robert Rutledge Gray
December 5, 1939 - May 13, 2019
On May 13, 2019, the Gray family lost a husband, father, confidante, and friend. Robert Rutledge Gray, known as "Bob" was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 5, 1939 to Robert James Gray and Mary Ellen Gray (nee: Rutledge). Bob spent his entire life in the Detroit area.
Known as "Robin" to his extended family, Bob often visited his mother's relatives in Galesburg, Illinois. He spent nearly...
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Rita J. Gniewek
October 28, 1926 - May 13, 2019
Rita J. Gniewek, age 92 of Warren, died Monday, May 13, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Troy, Michigan. She was born October 28, 1926 in Detroit, daughter of the late Joseph and the late Joanna (nee: Piedchalski) Kotz.
Rita, like many loving homemaker's and Mom's, woke up each day with a list of the chores and responsibilities that needed tending to,…but nothing was getting done without...
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Henry Frank Krzystowczyk
July 11, 1930 - May 10, 2019
Henry Frank Krzystowczyk, age 88, died Friday, May 10, 2019 at Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital in Rochester Hills, Michigan surrounded by his loving family.
Henry was born July 11, 1930 in Hamtramck, Michigan, son of the late Frank Krzystowczyk and the late Regina (nee: Dzierbicki) Krzystowczyk. Henry's family moved in 1940 from Hamtramck to Warren Township, Michigan into a one room...
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Kathleen Allport
June 7, 1944 - May 10, 2019
Kathleen Allport, age 74 of Sterling Heights, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Ascension Macomb-Oakland-Hospital in Warren. She was born June 7, 1944 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and the late Mary (nee: Dean) Lapinski.
Kathleen was known for her love of reading, especially when it came to her favorite genre, Mysteries. When she was able to find a little "me time," Kathleen found...
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Naomi "Chunkie" Delamielleure
August 12, 1929 - May 9, 2019
Clela Naomi Delamielleure, "Chunkie", age 89, died Thursday, May 9, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Naomi was born August 12, 1929 in Vandergrift, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Robert Presnell and the late Julia (nee: Sorrells) Presnell.
Naomi spent her early youth in Pennsylvania before the family moved to Michigan where her father found new employment. Naomi would graduate...
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Franz Willison Stevens
February 23, 1937 - May 8, 2019
Major Franz Willison Stevens, age 82 of Warren, died Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at Acsension St. John Hospital in Warren. He was born February 23, 1937 in Detroit, son of the late Theodore "Ted" and the late Virginia (nee: Willison) Stevens.
Following high school, Franz decided he wanted to further his education and learning, and ultimately went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree in Engineering....
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Frances Ann Wilson
April 22, 1935 - May 6, 2019
Frances Ann Wilson, age 84 of Warren, died Monday, May 6, 2019 at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born April 22, 1935 in Detroit, daughter of the late Frank and the late Anna (nee: Gorka) Puzio.
A devoted and consummate homemaker and Mom, Frances poured the best parts of her tender-loving-care into the nurturing of her family and tending to their needs,…and she did it all with the...
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Ruth Salamie
September 18, 1934 - May 5, 2019
Ruth Salamie, age 84 of Roseville, died Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Troy. She was born September 18, 1934 in Detroit, daughter of the late Tony and the late Hopsi (nee: Joseph) Salamie.
By day, Ruth was the friendly customer service representative that assisted her clients with the warmest smile and the utmost in professionalism while attending to their needs. By nights and...
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Richard Joseph Maladecki
April 7, 1927 - May 3, 2019
Richard Joseph Maladecki of St. Clair Shores passed away on Friday, May 3, 2019 at 92 years of age. A native of Detroit and Hamtramck, he was the son of Frank and Charlotte (Lottie) Maladecki.
Born in 1927, Richard was a proud U.S. Army veteran of World War II and served with honor to include assignments with the United Nations as a transportation specialist.
Additionally, Richard was...
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Dennis Gilbert Phy
July 20, 1957 - May 3, 2019
Dennis Gilbert Phy, age 61 of Newport, Michigan, died Friday, May 3, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital in Warren, Michigan. He was born on July 20, 1957 in Detroit, son of the late Gilbert and the late Lucille (nee: Bryant) Phy.
Dennis was the beloved husband of Frieda Ortiz-Phy. Dear father of Alfred (Jamie) Lacombe, John (Connie) Lacombe, and James Lacombe. Loving grandfather of Carissa ...
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Ruth Verna Cook
March 9, 1939 - May 1, 2019
Ruth Verna Cook, age 80, died Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital in Warren, Michigan. She was born on March 9, 1939 in Detroit, daughter of the late Joe and the late Helen (nee: Czaplewski) Gora.
For anyone who truly knew this wonderful lady, they'll easily attest to Ruth's strong and abiding faith and how important she considered her walk with God. A longtime parishioner at...
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Elaine Alma Schaible
November 22, 1939 - May 1, 2019
Elaine Alma Schaible, age 79 of Warren, died Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 22, 1939 in Detroit, daughter of the late Walter and the late Alma (nee: Kaiser) Neubacher.
If there were such a thing as a listing in the dictionary for a "Loving & Godly Couple," there is no doubt that you would see a picture of Marvin & Elaine Schaible heading...
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Stanley Benny Modjeski
May 23, 1934 - April 30, 2019
Stanley Benny Modjeski, age 84, died Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at his home in Warren surrounded by his loving family. Stanley was born May 23, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan. son of the late John Modjeski and the late Stella (nee: Kozianowski) Modjeski.
Stanley was raised in Detroit and graduated from the city's iconic, Cass Technical High School. He later studied the trades before going to work...
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Mary Ann Marsili
October 20, 1937 - April 29, 2019
Mary Ann Marsili, age 81, died Monday, April 29, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital in Warren, Michigan surrounded by her loving family. Mary Ann was born October 20, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Edward Rydzewski and the late Josephine (nee: Zbozien) Rydzewski.
Mary Ann was raised on Detroit's east side in an area known as the "Polish Grosse Pointes". She attended Our...
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Terence Jude Amico
January 6, 1943 - April 26, 2019
Terence Jude Amico, age 76, died Friday, April 26, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital in Warren, Michigan. Terence was born January 6, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Joseph Amico and the late Josephine (nee: Esposito) Amico.
Terence was raised on the east side of Detroit and graduated from Austin Catholic Preparatory school. He later attended St. Benedicts College in Kansas City...
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Virginia Dorothy Golembiewski
May 23, 1924 - April 23, 2019
Virginia Dorothy Golembiewski, age 94 of Warren, died Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at Farmington Hills Inn in Farmington, Michigan. She was born May 23, 1924 in Detroit, daughter of the late Edward and the late Marie (nee; Jablonski) Okonowski.
Husbands & fathers bear an incredible amount of responsibility when it comes to the family, but they are certainly nothing without the strength and...
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Mona Gail Butler
April 3, 1958 - April 19, 2019
Mona Gail Butler, age 61 of Applegate, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital & Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan. She was born in Detroit on April 3, 1958, daughter of the late of Norman and the late Helen (nee: Tackett) Butler.
Mona's career path was truly meaningful as she chose the field of caregiving to extend her compassionate side, specifically through...
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Dolores Frances Nawrocki
March 6, 1924 - April 19, 2019
Dolores Frances Nawrocki, age 95 of Macomb Township, died Friday, April 19, 2019 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan. She was born March 6, 1924 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and the late Theresa (nee: Golochowicz) Stoinski.
The consummate homemaker and Mom, Dolores gave her utmost in making sure the house was in order and her family was well cared for. Like...
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Ernst Wimmer
August 12, 1949 - April 19, 2019
Ernst Wimmer, age 69 of Warren, died Friday, April 19, 2019 surrounded by his loved ones at home. He was born August 12, 1949 in Berndorf, Austria, son of the late Ernst and the late Gertrude Antonia (nee: Ruesch) Wimmer.
Choosing the admirable and time-honored career of truck driving, one of the major benefits of Ernst's work was in the many beautiful and scenic highlights he got to enjoy...
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Laurence William Bauman
January 29, 1941 - April 17, 2019
Laurence William Bauman, age 78 of Warren, died Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at the Ascension St. John Hospital, Warren Campus. He was born January 29, 1941 in Detroit, son of the late Laurence Herman and the late Ruth Rose (nee: McDonnell) Bauman.
An automotive engineer for GM by day, Larry's time off was spent being engrossed in something entirely different than most. So when the chores were...
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William Madro
December 18, 1921 - April 16, 2019
William Madro of Clinton Township, Michigan, age 97, died Tuesday April 16, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Troy, Michigan. William was born December 18, 1921 in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Stanley Madro and the late Anna (nee: Ciecerenga) Madro.
William was raised in Detroit and was a proud graduate of Cass Technical High School. He would later serve, from 1942-1946, as a soldier in...
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Leonard Arthur Sowders
April 20, 1929 - April 15, 2019
Leonard Arthur Sowders, age 89, died Monday April 15, 2019 at his home in Warren, Michigan. Leonard was born April 20, 1929 in Detroit Michigan the son of the late George Edward Sowders and the late Hilma (nee: Griebe) Sowders.
Leonard was a lifelong resident of Warren, Michigan and a graduate from Lincoln High School. He later served in the United States Navy as an electronics technician...
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Linda Ann Marie Novinski
July 16, 1962 - April 15, 2019
Linda Ann Marie Novinski, age 56 of Center Line, died Monday, April 15, 2019 at the Ascension St. John Hospital, Warren Campus. She was born July 16, 1962 in Detroit, daughter of the late John Alexander and the late Dorothy Jean (nee: Blair) Opalewski.
Linda was raised in Warren and was a proud graduate of Cousino High School's Class of 1980. Ultimately, as life took its course, she would meet...
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Bellerine Florence Waltermire
July 12, 1932 - April 14, 2019
Bellerine Florence Waltermire age 86, a longtime resident of Warren, Michigan died Sunday, April 14, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital in Warren, Michigan. Bellerine was born July 12, 1932 in Auburn, Michigan the daughter of the late Henry Majeske and the late Lydia (nee: Matheas) Majeske.
Raised in Michigan, Bellerine would meet and marry the love of her life, OJ Waltermire. The young...
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Ronald William Gilbert
October 2, 1934 - April 14, 2019
Ronald William Gilbert, age 84 of Macomb Township, died Sunday, April 14, 2019 at McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. He was born October 2, 1934 in Detroit, son of the late Alfred and the late Edna (nee: Brackelbauer) Gilbert.
Twenty-two years of age was surely a momentous period in Ronald's life as that's the year he received two special callings,…one from Cupid, and the...
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Ralph Charles Morrison
November 12, 1929 - April 12, 2019
Ralph Charles Morrison, age 89, died Friday, April 12, 2019 at the Rose Senior Living facility in Clinton Township, Michigan. Ralph was born November 12, 1929 in Denver, Colorado, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Robert Morrison.
Ralph was born and raised in Denver and, shortly after graduating high school, married Patricia Mae Phenix. Ralph was a very intelligent person who possessed a...
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Wanda Charline Morris
January 1, 1933 - April 8, 2019
Wanda Charline Morris, age 86 of Warren, died Monday, April 8, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital at their Warren Campus. She was born January 1, 1933 in Putnam County, Tennessee, daughter of the late Charlie Wheeler and the late Manson Mary (nee: Cassity) Welch.
For this down-to-earth kind of lady, Charline had some deep seated roots as a Warren resident and was about to embark upon a 70...
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Margaret Jakob
February 11, 1917 - April 7, 2019
Margaret Jakob, age 102 of Roseville, died Sunday, April 7, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital at their Warren Campus. She was born on February 11, 1917 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Samuel and the late Frieda (nee: Kielblock) Jakob.
Just imagine,…102 years old,…and all the events, experiences and changes Margaret has watched unfold in her many years upon this earth. Yes, we...
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Joseph John Fahoome
September 16, 1950 - April 5, 2019
Joseph John Fahoome, age 68 of Harrison Township, Michigan went to Heaven on Friday, April 5, 2019. He was born on September 16, 1950 in Detroit, son of the late John and the late Rose Mary (nee: Rice) Fahoome.
Joe's grandfather emigrated from Lebanon while his grandmother and their daughter stayed behind, giving him time to become established in the states. The family was reunited 10 years...
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Dorothy Jean Coolman
December 3, 1928 - April 5, 2019
Dorothy Jean Coolman, age 90, died Friday, April 5, 2019 at the Autumn Woods Health Care Facility in Warren, Michigan. She was born December 3, 1928 in Huntington, Indiana, the fifth of seven children entrusted to Walton Elbridge and Jeannetta Malissa (nee: Killen) Paul.
Growing up in Huntington, Dorothy's education would culminate with her graduation from the city's Lancaster High School. It...
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Louis Joseph Sassin
March 20, 1967 - April 2, 2019
Louis Joseph Sassin, age 52, died Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at his home in Warren. Louis was born March 20, 1967 in Warren, son of Sonia (nee: Bertolini) Sassin, and the late Louis John Sassin.
Born and raised in Warren, Louis was a proud graduate of Warren Woods Tower High School,…the Class of '85. From there, he would ultimately choose a career in trucking and become one of the countless...
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Louis Mario Abella
April 5, 1937 - April 2, 2019
Louis Mario Abella, age 81, died Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan. He was born April 5, 1937 in Toa Baracoa, Cuba, son of the late Mariano Luis and the late Biela (nee: Fernandez) Abella.
A longtime and devoted employee of the automotive giant, General Motors, Louis extended the utmost in dedicated service to the company before ultimately...
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Ilene Stahlbusch
March 21, 1934 - April 1, 2019
Ilene Stahlbusch, age 85, passed away peacefully at home in Elgin, Illinois on Monday, April 1, 2019 with her son Tom and daughter-in-law Michelle by her side. Ilene, the eldest child, was born on March 21, 1934 in Detroit to the late Casmir Dobrzelewski and the late Helen (nee: Bruszewska) Dobrzelewski.
Ilene was a proud graduate of Dominican High School in Detroit. In her early years, Ilene...
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Adelinda "Linda" Eleanora Dishman
October 8, 1936 - March 31, 2019
Adelinda Eleanora Dishman "Linda," age 82 of Warren, died Sunday, March 31, 2019 at Arden Court Assisted Living in Sterling Heights. She was born October 8, 1936 in Detroit, daughter of the late Domenico and the late Antonia (nee: Delvecchio) Sanitate.
Linda grew up in Detroit and graduated from St. Catherine's High School. In the years following high school, Linda met Patricia's brother...
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Gerald Richard Ziemba
December 4, 1930 - March 29, 2019
Gerald Richard Ziemba, age 88, died Friday, March 29, 2019 at his home in Livonia. He was born on December 4, 1930 in Detroit, son of the late Frank and the late Amelia (nee Pawlowski) Ziemba.
Although Gerald was born with impairments it never stopped him from enjoying life. He was treated like family by the staff at the Floral Group Home in Livonia where he lived for over 40 years. Gerald...
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Betty Jean Valenti
November 5, 1933 - March 29, 2019
Betty Jean Valenti, age 85 of Warren, died Friday, March 29, 2019 at Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital in Warren. She was born in Carnegie, Pennsylvania on November 5, 1933, daughter of the late Richard and the late Ada (nee: Pullan) Chesstnutt.
Betty met John, better known to all as Curly, at a dance hall. The two dated for a few years before ultimately sharing their vows of marriage in...
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Frank John Lemanek
January 6, 1931 - March 25, 2019
Frank John Lemanek, age 88, died Monday, March 25, 2019, in Warren, Michigan. Frank was born January 6, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Francis Lemanek and the late Francisca (nee: Antoskiewicz) Lemanek.
Frank was raised in a Polish, Catholic household on Detroit's east-side. Following his schooling, Frank worked various jobs before finally settling within the automotive industry....
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Justin Gerard Grone
February 14, 1981 - March 23, 2019
Justin Gerard Grone, age 38 of Plymouth, Michigan, died Saturday, March 23, 2019 at home. He was born February 14, 1981 (A Valentine's Baby) in Mt. Clemens, Michigan, son of James Gerard and the late Karen Helene (nee: Harbison) Grone.
As they grow up and begin their journey in life, most boys seem to excel at something. For some it may be sports,…others seem to shine in math or science...
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Andrew "Andy" Joseph Cieslinski
November 6, 1970 - March 22, 2019
Andrew Joseph Cieslinski, "Andy," age 48, died Friday, March 22, 2019 at his home in Warren, Michigan. Andy was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 6, 1970, the fourth of five children. Dearest son of Rose "Audrey" and Walter Cieslinski. Loving brother of Holly (Mike) Wojcik, Donna (Joe) Cilia, Stephen (Jessica) Cieslinski, and Laura (Steven) Gowland. Proud Uncle of Anthony, Shelby, Rachel,...
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Paul Joseph Briguglio
March 13, 1932 - March 19, 2019
Paul Joseph Briguglio, age 87, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. Paul was born March 13, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Joseph Briguglio and the late Antoinette (nee: Cusimano) Briguglio.
Paul was raised in Detroit and later served in the United States Army during the Korean War. With thanks and praise from a grateful nation...
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Mildred Elsie Carmack
November 7, 1929 - March 19, 2019
Mildred Elsie Carmack, age 89 of Warren, died Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 7, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Raymond Volz Sr. and the late Dorthea (nee: Hoffmeyer). Volz.
Mildred was the beloved wife of the late Henry. Dear mother of Tom (Amy) Carmack, Nancy (Earl) Gusa, Mary (the late Tom) Mello, and Betty (Tim)...
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Helen Mary Cruice
April 22, 1925 - March 18, 2019
Helen Mary Cruice (nee: Rossman), age 93, died Monday, March 18, 2019 at My Doctors Inn in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Helen was born on April 22, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Jacob and the late Mary (nee: Avender) Rossman.
Helen was truly a selfless woman. She gave up her dream of finishing high school to become a caretaker for her mother who could no longer care for...
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Delphine Irene Furtak
March 23, 1926 - March 18, 2019
Delphine Irene Furtak (nee: Tomczyk), age 92, died Monday, March 18, 2019 at the Martha T. Berry Health Facility in Mount Clemens, Michigan surrounded by her loving family.
Delphine was born March 23, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Alexander Tomczyk and the late Theresa (nee: Paddock) Tomczyk. Delphine was raised on Detroit's east side in a loving Polish, Catholic household...
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Stella Wanda Grzybowski
April 27, 1917 - March 16, 2019
Stella Wanda Grzybowski (nee: Balabuch), age 101, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Fraser Villa in Fraser, Michigan where she was a resident for 6 1/2 years. Stella was born on April 27, 1917 in Camden, New Jersey.
Stella was raised by her mother, Agnes, in Detroit, Michigan along with her brother William. On January 30, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan Stella married Max J. and raised...
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Beatrice Marie Conrad
August 25, 1925 - March 16, 2019
Beatrice Marie Conrad, age 93, died Saturday, March 16, 2019 at the Vitas Hospice facility in Deerfield Beach, Florida surrounded by her loving family. Beatrice was born August 25, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Henry Dixon and the late Bessie (nee: Campbell) Dixon.
Beatrice was raised in the northern Michigan community of East Jordan. During her youth, she and her family...
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Kenneth John Dombruski
December 10, 1936 - March 16, 2019
Kenneth John Dombruski, age 82 of Clinton Township, died Saturday, March 16, 2019 at McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. He was born December 10, 1936 in Warren Township, Michigan, son of the late John Joseph and the late Bernice Viola (nee: Hornfisher) Dombruski.
In sharing this brief bio of Kenneth's life, the first & foremost place to begin just has to be the mention of the...
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Deborah Marie Dikowski-Baum
June 27, 1956 - March 13, 2019
Deborah Marie Dikowski-Baum, age 62 of Fraser, died Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Troy, Michigan. She was born June 27, 1956 in Detroit, daughter of Charles and Margaret (nee: Berels) Lytle.
When Deb wasn't working or taking care of her family's needs, she enjoyed letting down her hair and enjoying some of her favorite pastimes,…like giving Ol' Lady Luck a run for her...
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Erwin Michael Jozwiak
September 10, 1935 - March 12, 2019
Erwin Michael Jozwiak, age 83 of Warren, died Monday, March 12, 2019 at Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital, the Warren Campus. He was born September 10, 1935 in Detroit, the son of John and Lottie (nee Dvwik) Jozwiak.
Erwin was the beloved husband of Karen. Dear father of Stacey (Dennis) Jodway, John Charles (Lisa), Steven, and the late Jane Jacobs. Loving grandfather of Andrew Jacobs, Allison...
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Gerard John Piech
February 4, 1954 - March 12, 2019
Gerard John Piech, age 65 of Warren, died peacefully while under the watchful care of his daughter, Kelly at her home in Shelby Township on Tuesday, March 12, 2019.
Gerard was born February 4, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Arthur Valentine Piech, and the late Marguerite Sofia (nee: Beaumont) Piech.
An M.R.I. technologist by day, Gerard was the perfect sort of "Gentle Giant"...
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Margaret June Rayes
July 1, 1938 - March 11, 2019
Margaret ("Peggy") June Rayes, age 80 of Sterling Heights, died peacefully on Monday, March 11, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital with her children by her side. She was born July 1, 1938 in Detroit, daughter of the late Edward and Elizabeth (nee: Ammer) Allam.
She was the mother of eight children: David Rayes, Paul Rayes, Mike Rayes, Chris (Julie) Rayes, Robert (Michele) Rayes, Jeff (Rhonda) Rayes,...
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Ronald Kidd
October 23, 1934 - March 11, 2019
Ronald Kidd, age 84 of Warren, died Monday, March 11, 2019 at Heritage Manor in Detroit, Michigan. He was born October 23, 1934 in Detroit, the son of Claude and Lucille (nee Glowney) Kidd.
Ronald was the loving husband of Mary Lou. Dear father of Don (Myrosia) Kidd, and loving grandfather of Nicholas and Natalia.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home...
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Ann Cahalan Mercier
February 18, 1930 - March 11, 2019
Ann Cahalan Mercier, age 89 of Grosse Pointe, died Monday, March 11, 2019 at home. She was born February 18, 1930 in Detroit, daughter of the late William Leo and the late Ursula (nee: O'Connell) Cahalan.
Ann was the beloved wife of the late Tom. Dear mother of Tom (Eleanor) Mercier, Julie (David Mikesell) Mercier, Mary Robinson, Denise Mercier, Sheila (Pat) O'Neill, and the late Jules Mahon....
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Salvatore "Sam" Joseph Petitto
September 24, 1922 - March 10, 2019
Salvatore Joseph Petitto, "Sam," age 96 of Warren, died Sunday, March 10, 2019 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan. He was born September 24, 1922 in Detroit, son of the late Giovanni and the late Raffaela (nee: Perri) Petitto, but was ultimately raised by his stepmother, Rose Petitto.
With thanks and praise from a grateful nation, we pay homage to Mr. Petitto for his...
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William James Taylor, Sr.
January 28, 1926 - March 10, 2019
William James Taylor, Sr., age 93 of Detroit, died Sunday, March 10, 2019 Advantage Living Center in Roseville, Michigan. He was born January 28, 1926 in Autaugaville, Alabama, son of the late Sheel and the late Sara (nee: Dorsey) Taylor.
With thanks and praise from a grateful nation, we pay homage to William for his service to our country as a soldier in the U.S. Army. Wearing the uniform...
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John Bertram Brown
May 11, 1938 - March 10, 2019
John Bertram Brown, age 80 of Madison Heights, and formerly of San Antonio, Florida, died Sunday, March 10, 2019 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan. He was born May 11, 1938 in Detroit, son of the late Harry Allen and the late Mercy "Verona" (nee: Woods) Brown.
With thanks and praise from a grateful nation, we pay homage to John for his service to our country as an...
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Janet Sue Smith
July 28, 1946 - March 8, 2019
Janet Sue Smith, age 72 of Clinton Township, died Friday, March 8, 2019 at Medilodge of Shoreline in Sterling Heights, Michigan. She was born July 28, 1946 in Detroit, daughter of the late Harvey and the late Doris (nee: Coleman) Moore.
When people asked Janet "Jann" Smith what her greatest accomplishment was, she answered "my children." More than anything else, she cherished her children and...
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Beverly B. Sommers
September 7, 1927 - February 28, 2019
Beverly B. Sommers, age 91, died Thursday, February 28, 2019 at Windemere Park Assisted Living in Warren, Michigan. She was born September 7, 1927 in Detroit, daughter of the late Axel and the late Elizabeth (nee: Ellis) Miller.
Miss Beverly was a fine young lady, brought up under the loving and stable rearing of her parents who instilled her with many of the familial traditions that would...
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James Elliot Thieda
October 3, 1961 - February 27, 2019
James Elliot Thieda, age 57 of Warren, died Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan. He was born October 3, 1961 in Detroit, son of the late Norman Kenneth and the late Marjorie Jane (nee: Charlebois) Thieda.
Jim loved hunting, fishing, and the great outdoors. Kids and adults alike always liked Jim because he was a big kid himself, always making...
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Violet Emma Whitmore
July 1, 1926 - February 27, 2019
Violet Emma Whitmore, age 92 of Sterling Heights, died Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at the Oakmont Sterling Assisted Living facility in Sterling Heights, Michigan. She was born July 1, 1926 in Reese, Michigan, daughter of the late Gottfried and the late Mollie (nee: Diener) Bessinger.
Violet Emma Bessinger was one of six children: Arnold, Donald and Roland; Rose and Lillian. All are...
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Delphine Siekiera
January 22, 1934 - February 25, 2019
Delphine Siekiera, age 85 of Warren, died Monday, February 25, 2019 at Ascension St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital at their Warren Campus. She was born January 22, 1934 in Detroit, daughter of the late Stanley and the late Anna (nee: Klack) Kuk.
Filling the role as bookkeeper for an insurance company, Delphine truly enjoyed her career and the many folks she was blessed to engage with each day,...
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Bonnie Lynn Quatrine
April 11, 1960 - February 23, 2019
Bonnie Lynn Quatrine age 58 died Saturday February 23, 2019 at home surrounded by her loving family. Bonnie was born April 11, 1960, the daughter of Annabelle (nee: Cipiti) Burnham and the late John Robert Fish.
Bonnie was raised in Roseville and attended Roseville High School. Bonnie worked various jobs over the years, however her longest serving job was with Total Pool Concept working as...
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David Alan DuPont
December 3, 1955 - February 23, 2019
David Alan DuPont, age 63 of Roseville, died Saturday, February 23, 2019 at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He was born December 3, 1955 in Detroit, son of the late Charles Walter and the late Gladys Wyvon (nee: Geldart) DuPont.
With thanks and praise from a grateful nation, we pay homage to David for his service to our country during the Vietnam War era. As a...
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Gerlinde Gerhard Bossung
July 25, 1932 - February 22, 2019
Gerlinde Bossung, age 86 of Warren, died Friday, February 22, 2019 at Ascension St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital in Warren, Michigan. She was born July 25, 1932 in Donsieders, Germany, daughter of the late Adolph and the late Emma (nee: Mörschel) Gerhard.
Gerlinde married the love of her life, Heribert Robert Bossung on June 20, 1953 in Germany,...the couple would have celebrated their 66th...
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Thomas Lee
January 3, 1930 - February 17, 2019
Thomas Lee, age 89 of Warren, died Sunday, February 17, 2019 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan. He was born January 3, 1930 in Detroit, son of the late Loy and the late Fong Shee Lee.
Born and raised in Detroit, Tom was proud to have attended Cass Tech High School where he ultimately graduated after pouring himself into his studies and achieving an early goal in life...
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Patricia Ann Foster
April 25, 1955 - February 16, 2019
Patricia Ann Foster, "Pat," age 63 of Clinton Township, Michigan and formerly of Warren, died Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Ascension St. John Macomb Hospital in Warren, Michigan with her family by her side. Pat was born April 25, 1955 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Robert and Ruth Stanko.
Pat was raised in St. Clair Shores Michigan and later graduated from Lakeview High School. ...
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Patricia Ann Ritchie
February 7, 1933 - February 16, 2019
Patricia Ann Ritchie, age 86, formerly of Warren, Michigan, died at her home in Novi, Michigan on February 16, 2019 with her family at her side. Patricia was born February 7, 1933 in Banner, Kentucky, daughter of the late Homer Akers and the late Josephine (nee: Hall) Akers.
Patricia and her late husband Jim were active members of the Warren-Center Line Community for many years. Jim served...
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Barbara Jean Wrobel
December 31, 1932 - February 15, 2019
Barbara Jean Wrobel, age 86, died Friday, February 15, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. Barbara was born on New Years Eve of 1932 in Detroit to the late Joseph and the late Edna (nee: Kovich) Misukiewicz.
As a young lady Barbara would grow up in the Polish community of Hamtramck where she also graduated from Hamtramck High School. Shortly after graduation, Barbara's brother Jim...
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Helen Yablonsky
December 11, 1934 - February 12, 2019
Helen Yablonsky, age 84 of St. Clair Shores, and formerly of Warren, died Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at Ascension St. John Hospital & Medical Center in Detroit. She was born December 11, 1934 in Detroit, beloved daughter of the late George and the late Eva (nee: Patrician) Yablonsky.
Helen was the dearest sister of the late Beverly Karol, loving aunt of David Karol, and is also survived by...
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Daniel Bruce Crosse
September 20, 1959 - February 11, 2019
Daniel Bruce Crosse, age 59 of Roseville, died Monday, February 11, 2019 at home. He was born September 20, 1959 in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late James Donald Crosse and the late Valeria Ann (nee: Rogowski) Crosse.
Daniel was a proud graduate of Madison High School. After graduation, Daniel began working at Wolverine. Leaving behind a legacy, Daniel eventually moved on to work at Night...
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Robert Charles Post
February 17, 1961 - February 8, 2019
Robert Charles Post, age 57 of Warren, died Friday, February 8, 2019 at Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital, the Warren Campus. He was born February 17, 1961 in Detroit, son of Wayne Leroy and Joan Marie (nee: Pfeifauf) Post.
Employed as a supervisor in the field of manufacturing, Robert certainly earned his time away from work and the enjoyment of his favorite pastimes,…one of which was...
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David Welling Harger
August 28, 1934 - February 8, 2019
David Welling Harger, age 84 of Sterling Heights, died Friday, February 8, 2019 at Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital at their Warren Campus. He was born August 28, 1934 in Niles, Michigan, son of the late Marvin Lee and the late Dot Ellen (nee: Welling) Harger.
David was the beloved husband of Shirley. Dearest father of Michael (Kirsten) Harger, Jeffrey (Anna) Harger, Daniel (Laurie) Harger,...
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Virginia Stefanek
November 28, 1928 - February 7, 2019
Virginia Stefanek, age 90, died Thursday, February 7, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Troy, Michigan. Virginia was born and raised in Hamtramck, Michigan the daughter of the late Louis Sticklinski and the late Stella (nee: Trawinski) Sticklinski.
Virginia attended St. Florian Catholic grade school, and later the high school. Following her schooling she joined the workforce where she held many...
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Edward Duncan Sieloff
May 7, 1934 - February 6, 2019
Edward Duncan Sieloff, age 84 of Warren, died at home on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born May 7, 1934 in Detroit, son of the late Edward and the late Agnes (nee: Duncan) Sieloff.
Interesting stories come in many variations for us all, and for Edward it was found in his career. First of all, he came from a day and time where job-hopping was near unheard of...
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Patricia Ellen Brennan
April 11, 1931 - February 6, 2019
Patricia Ellen Brennan, age 87, died Wednesday, February 6, 2019, surrounded by her loved ones, at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan. She was born April 11, 1931 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late William and the late Pauline (nee: Tomasik) Rutledge.
Growing up in a devout Catholic family, Patricia was just a young woman when she felt God's call upon her...
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Roney Wilson Berryhill
August 28, 1945 - February 5, 2019
Roney Wilson Berryhill, age 73 of Warren, died Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at St. Anthony Healthcare Center in Warren. He was born August 28, 1945 in Clinton, Kentucky, son of the late Edward Wilson and the late Martha Elizabeth (nee: Jackson) Berryhill.
Working as a Journeyman in the automotive industry, that obviously makes a strong statement regarding Roney's aptitude, skills and interest...
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Nicholas Paul Zulick
March 24, 1934 - February 4, 2019
Nicholas Paul Zulick, age 84, a longtime resident of Sterling Heights, Michigan, died Monday, February 4, 2019 at the William Beaumont Hospital in Troy. Nicholas was born March 24, 1934 in Hamtramck, Michigan, son of the late Michael and the late Mary (nee: Perejda) Zulick.
Nick, as he was more affectionately known, was raised in Detroit and later graduated from Henry Ford Trade School in...
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Dennis Ronald Gamester
July 1, 1925 - February 2, 2019
Dennis Ronald Gamester, age 93 of Washington Township, died Saturday, February 2, 2019 surrounded by his loving family at the Wellbridge of Romeo Rehabilitation Center in Romeo, Michigan.
Dennis was born July 1, 1925 in London, England, son of the late Frederick and the late Nancy (nee: Sanders) Gamester.
Born and raised in London, England, Dennis would actually spend some of his childhood...
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Florence Edna Sherohman
November 7, 1945 - February 2, 2019
Florence Edna Sherohman (nee: Starry), age 73 of St. Clair Shores, Michigan, died Saturday, February 2, 2019 at the Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital, Warren Campus in Warren, Michigan.
She was born November 7, 1945 in Madison Heights, Michigan, daughter of the late William Starry and the late Dorthea (nee: Babcock) Starry.
Growing up in Roseville, Michigan, Florence attended and was a...
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Ernest Olaf Halvorson
June 9, 1941 - January 30, 2019
Ernest Olaf Halvorson, age 77, died Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at his home in Warren, Michigan. Ernest was born June 9, 1941 in Sinai, South Dakota, son of the late Olaf and Gladys Halvorson.
Mr. Halvorson is survived by his wife, Marina, and was the dear father of Sandy Hoppe. He was also the loving grandfather of William Dickerhoff, Brandy Dickerhoff, Steven Hoppe, Phillip Hoppe, and James...
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Gerrell Hampton Brown
February 7, 1933 - January 30, 2019
Gerrell Hampton Brown, age 85 of Macomb Township, died Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at home under the compassionate care of Reverence Home Health & Hospice. He was born February 7, 1933 in Kentucky, son of John and Daython Brown.
A quality control specialist in the automotive industry, Gerrell's life was centered around cars both professionally and personally. Not only did his expertise and...
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Linda Janis Zinniger
June 3, 1947 - January 29, 2019
Linda Janis Zinniger, age 71 of Warren, died Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at her residence. She was born June 3, 1947 in Hillsdale, Michigan, daughter of the late Clayton and the late Margaret Irene (nee: Annis) Freese.
Linda was the beloved wife of the late John "Jack" Zinniger. Dear sister of Richard (Doris) Freese, Donald Freese, Gary (Carolyn) Freese, and Joan (Roger) Norton. Loving...
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Jacques Albert Schillio
June 9, 1926 - January 29, 2019
Jacques Albert Schillio, age 92 of Warren, died Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born across the pond in the City of Lights, Paris, France on June 9, 1926, son of the late Paul B. and the late Helene (nee: Guichaux) Schillio.
With his career path being centered in the field of automotive engineering, Jacques worked in more of a supportive role for the...
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Rose Mary Ogonowski
July 31, 1922 - January 29, 2019
Rose Mary Ogonowski, age 96 of West Bloomfield, died Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at home while in the care of her loving daughter. She was born at home on the farm in Capps Creek Township, Missouri on July 31, 1922, daughter of the late John and the late Helen (nee: Polkoski) Schroetter.
For this girl, born and raised on the family farm in the heart of rural Missouri, life on the farm was a...
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Rose Mary Larimer
September 2, 1939 - January 28, 2019
Rose Mary Larimer, age 79 of Warren, died Monday, January 28, 2019 surrounded by her loved ones at Ascension Park Hospital in Novi, Michigan. She was born September 2, 1939 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Pietro and the late Catherine (nee: Debarberi) Tavormina.
Rose was the beloved wife of the late William "Bill" who preceded her in death in 2014. She was the loving mother...
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Brian Edward Lewis
August 10, 1963 - January 27, 2019
Brian Edward Lewis, age 55, died Sunday January 27, 2019, at the Kindred Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada. Brian was born August 10, 1963, at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, and was the son of the late Benjamin Lewis Jr. and the late Shirley (nee: Bonham) Lewis.
Brian's very early years were spent in Royal Oak, Michigan and later in Okemos, Michigan. Brian was a 1981 graduate of...
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Betty Sue "Subie" Chaffins
September 24, 1934 - January 26, 2019
Betty Sue Chaffins, "Subie", age 84 of Clinton Township, died Saturday, January 26, 2019 at the McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. Subie was born on September 24, 1934 in Pikeville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Curtis and the late Alma (nee: Tackett) Slone.
As shared by her loved ones; "our Subie will always be remembered for being a beautiful, loving and funny woman. She was...
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Paula Kay Gambill
November 2, 1947 - January 26, 2019
Paula Kay Gambill, age 71 of Fraser, died Saturday, January 26, 2019 at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan. She was born November 2, 1947 in Detroit, daughter of the late Roy Alfred and the late Rosalyn Marie (nee: Cotten) Causley.
While her main focus and greatest efforts were those as a homemaker and Mom for her two precious daughters, Paula was also part of the workforce...
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Margaret Sharon Menessa
March 28, 1947 - January 25, 2019
Margaret Sharon Menessa, age 71 of Sterling Heights, died Friday, January 25, 2019 at Windemere Park Assisted Living in Warren. She was born March 28, 1947 in Hamtramck, Michigan, daughter of the late William and Genevieve Burdelski.
For over 10 years, Margaret was one of the smiling & energetic faces who greeted the customers that visited her store, the ever-popular New York Carpet World. She...
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Pauline Abramski
September 16, 1930 - January 20, 2019
Pauline Abramski, age 88 of Warren, Michigan, died Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Ascension St. John Oakland Hospital in Madison Heights, Michigan. Pauline was born September 16, 1930 in Detroit, Michigan, daughter of the late Angelo and the late Catherine (nee: Crusiano) Peters.
Pauline grew up on the west side of Detroit where she was raised in an Italian Catholic family. She would later...
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Debra Ann Clarey
September 21, 1957 - January 19, 2019
Debra Ann Clarey, age 61,died Saturday, January 19, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Troy following a short illness. Debra was born September 21, 1957 in Mt. Clemens to William Clarence Blomme and Patricia Ann (nee Strunk) Blomme.
Debra was a wonderful daughter growing up. Yet like many children who find themselves in sticky situations, Debra always knew when something wasn't right. From the time...
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Alana Royce Dayne
September 24, 1943 - January 18, 2019
Alana Royce Dayne, age 75, died Friday, January 18, 2019 at Beaumont Hospital in Troy, Michigan. Alana was born September 24, 1943 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late William Balzer and the late Mildred (nee: Manalovich) Balzer.
Alana was raised in Pittsburgh where she also graduated high school. Following graduation, she worked various jobs until ultimately becoming the owner...
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Betty Lou Evans
May 18, 1930 - January 18, 2019
Betty Lou Evans, age 88, died Friday, January 18, 2019 at home. Betty was born May 18, 1930 in Saginaw, Michigan,. daughter of the late Harold and the late Fern Viola (nee: Skeels) Darling. To Betty's misfortune, her mother passed away when she was just 3 years old,...and then tragedy struck again when her father died at just 4 years of age.
Following the death of her parents, Betty and her...
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