GRATHWOHL IRENE A. November 15, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Rev. Dr. Carl H. Grathwohl. Is survived by two daughters, Irene (Howard) and Carole (John), three grandsons, two granddaughters-in-law, four sisters, one brother-in-law and nieces and nephews. On Friday, November 20th visitation from 1-2 p.m. with Funeral Service at 2 p.m. will be at St. James United Church of Christ, 4920 Greenfield Rd., Dearborn, 48126. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. James United Church of Christ. Interment will be in Boonville, MO.

LOFTIS SYLVIA ANNE Of Allen Park, and a Ford Motor Company Salaried Retiree, died at Oakwood Hospital's Critical Care Unit in Dearborn on Monday, November 16, 2009 at 12:52 p.m. after waging a courageous battle with a longstanding pulmonary condition, diabetes and other complications. She was preceded in death by her beloved Mother, Sallie (Fleming) Loftis; brother, Alton McClarion Loftis and wife Doris; brothers-in-law Paul M. McGlone and J. Philip Schaupner; and the passing of her two much-loved Siamese cats, Coco and Cleo. Sylvia leaves behind to mourn her passing two cherished sisters, Sally Louise Schaupner and Betty Jo McGlone; her precious remaining brother, John Robert Loftis and wife Sharon; and a number of loving and caring nieces and nephews, with special mention of nephew Larry Loftis for the steadfast help and comfort he provided throughout. Howe-Peterson in Dearborn will handle arrangements for cremation, and interment will be at the White Chapel Cemetery in Troy. A private memorial to honor Sylvia's time on earth will take place at a later date. Contributions in her name would be gratefully received by either Unity Church, 1901 NW Blue Parkway, Unity Village, MO 64065-0001, or at any local branch of the Humane Society. Sylvia believed in the teachings of Unity, a worldwide Christian organization, and received much spiritual comfort from them. She also loved all animals, especially her cats. Condolences and remembrances would be deeply appreciated by the family and may be sent to www.howepeterson.com

ILLES PATTI LOU November 13, 2009. Beloved wife to Gerald Illes. Dear sister of Lauren (Rick) Myers and Jack (Sandy) Holmes, loving mother to Cindy (John) Kraly, and grandmother to Morgan and Nathan Kraly. Also survived by her extended family, four stepchildren, 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Friends are welcome to an open house at the Hanford Club House, 45800 Hanford, Canton, on Saturday, November 21, 1-4:30 and 7-9 p.m. with a memorial at 3:30 p.m.

SCHWENZER PETER November, 7, 2009 at age 71. Born in Engers, Germany. Resided in Almont, MI and most recently Dunedin, FL. Loving father of Janet and Peter (Cheryl); cherished Opa of grandchildren, Kirsten, Claudia, Annika and Johanna. Retired from Chrysler Corporation Sterling Stamping in 1991 after 25 years of service. Funeral Mass Saturday,November 21, 2009 at 10 a.m. St. Clement of Rome Church, Romeo, MI.

SEILER DOUGLAS R. Age 61. Loving husband of Renee. Dear son of Yvonne (Mal) Haggert. Cherished father of David Seiler. Stepfather of Ryan (Melissa) LaFave. Brother of Donna (Algimantas) Juska. Predeceased by his father, Donald R. Seiler and sister Madeline Coury. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial gathering will take place Sunday, November 22, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 43300 Garfield (N. of 19 Mile Rd.), Clinton Township. Share your thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com

MYERCHALK DENA Born September 3, 1912 in Bessmer, Michigan. Dear wife of the late Frank. Loving mother of Rick Myerchalk and Pat Rogers. Grandmother of Rozalyn Rogers and Jennifer Mazzone. Great grandmother of John Bock. Also survived by her sister Dolores Coyne. Visitation Saturday 5-9 p.m., Sunday 1-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (N.W. corner of 18 and Ryan). Funeral Services Monday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Please visit the online guest book at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com.

HOPE REGINA Age 90. Wife of the late Thomas Hope. Mother of Barbara McGraw and Patricia Fearer. Grandmother of Cynthia Urbas, James Davis, Kelly Spooner and Thomas Fearer. Great grandmother of Cody and Joel. Memorial visitation Sunday 1 p.m. until Memorial Service at 3 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (between 6-7 Mile) Redford. Donations to American Heart Association.

DZIEWIT MOLLY A. (NEE SALKOWSKI) November 17, 2009. Age 55. Beloved wife of Walter J. Loving daughter of Betty Ann and the late James. Loving sister of Karen (Tom) Norin, Bill (Diane) Salkowski, John (Patti) Salkowski, Jane (Michael) Iaquaniello, and the late Andrew. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Family requests donations to ACT program. Visitation Saturday 10:30 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Church until time of Memorial Mass 11 a.m. Arrangements by Sajewski Funeral Home, 313-271-2500.

PUROL CHRISTOPHER A. Age 60. November 17, 2009. Loving uncle of Jeffery Kurek, Jeremy Kurek, Patrick Purol, and Adam Purol. Loving brother of Charlene (Dannie) McGuire and Timothy. Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Ave. at Artesian, Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday noon-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, in state 9 a.m. at SS. Peter and Paul with Mass of the Resurrection at 9:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. He was the past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, 3rd Degree Council #3312 and 4th Degree Assembly #0520. There will be a parish and K of C Rosary Friday 7 p.m.

CHINN DONALD J., Age 70, November 17, 2009. Dear father of Sheryl Chinn (Jim Robertson), Robyn Sundberg (Chris), and Donald Chinn, Jr. (Shelley). Grandfather of Taylor and Andrew Renton, and Abigail and Samantha Chinn. Brother of Philip (Linda Hill), Rosemary Lewis, Patricia Newman, Sharon West, and Dennis (Connie). Also survived by former wife, Mary Lou Bale. Family will receive friends Thursday 5-8 p.m. and Friday 2-8 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Funeral Mass Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Hugo of the Hills Stone Chapel, 2215 Opdyke Road, Bloomfield Hills. Visitation at church begins at 10 a.m. Rite of Committal Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial Tributes to Lewy Body Dementia Association, P.O. Box 451429, Atlanta, GA 31145-9429. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com

DeSANTINO JOSEPH Age 58. Passed away November 17, 2009. Beloved son of Theresa and the late Vito. Loving brother of Dave (Sharon). Proud uncle of Bianca and Alisha. Also survived by many loving cousins. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with an evening Scripture Service at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of the Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile). Funeral Saturday at Our Lady Queen of Peace, 20955 Bournemouth, Harper Woods. In state at the church 9:30 a.m. until Mass at 10 a.m. Burial Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share a memory at www.bcfh.com

ROTT VERNON E. Born in Detroit on August 30, 1919 died November 16, 2009. Loving father of five daughters, Suzie, Penny, Janice, Kathy, and Cindy. Six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. One brother Ronald Zitrick. A Service is scheduled on Friday November 20, 2009 from 3-8 p.m. at Buehler Funeral Parlor, 26429 Gratiot Roseville, MI 48066.

STRADNIEKS SOFIA age 85, November 16, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Laimons. Dearest mother of the late Alfreds. Loving grandmother to Michael Stranieks. Beloved great grandmother to Brendan Stradnieks. Also survived by a sister Nina (Janis) Trubacs, nephew, Eric Trubacs, nieces, Skaidra (John) Roper, Ruth (Adrian) Jaques and many other family members overseas. Preceded in death by parents Peteris and Veronica. Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary service at 7 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Saturday 9 a.m. until the Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. at St. Richards Catholic Church 35637 Cherry Hill Rd., Westland. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. To share a memory with the family, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com.

KOLMETZ ANNA LOUISE Age 56, November 15, 2009. Services will be held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church,in Detroit Saturday, November 21, 2009, Rosary 10:30 a.m., Mass 11 a.m.

SMITH JOAN E. Age 91. Beloved wife of Charles for 63 years. Dear mother of Helen L. Timm, Donald W. (Beverly), David A. and Linda J. Smith. Loving grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of 15. Visiting Friday 4-8 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (Btw 6-7 Mile). Visiting Saturday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Services at Westminster Church of Detroit (17567 Hubbell at Outer Drive) Interment Roseland Park Cemetery.

VanHaelemeersch HENRY A. Age 90. Survived by four children, four grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services Saturday 11 a.m in the Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 S Main St., Mt. Clemens. Visitation in the funeral home today 2-8 p.m. Share memories at www.vickfuneralhome.com

WINDROW MAJOR "BUCKY" Age 68, November 16, 2009. Major is survived by his sons Robert A. (Nichell) Windrow and William L. Oliver, his sister Barbara (Charlie) Hill, and longtime companion Barbara Crews. His memory is also cherished by numerous other relatives and friends. Arrangements by Swanson Funeral Home (313)-272-9000

FISCHER-CSURGO NORMA JEAN Age 60, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at her home in Royal Oak. Beloved wife of the late Renald Csurgo. Stepmother of Jason and Marcela Csurgo. Loving daughter of Katherine J. Fischer and the late Ernest Fischer. Dearest sister of Ernest Fischer (Jennifer Wilson) and Patricia (Wesley) Smith. Niece of Shirley (Al) Shay. Visitation was held at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 Twelve Mile Road (two blocks west of Woodward Avenue) in Berkley, 4-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral 1:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial Acacia Park Cemetery. Share a memory with the family at www.sawyerfuller.com

ANSTETT GREGORY F. A memorial service for Gregory Anstett, 53, of Alpena, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 24th at Mausoleum Chapel of Holy Sepulchre, 25800 W. 10 Mile, Southfield. He is survived by four siblings and their spouses: Michael, Patricia Anstett Kiska (Timothy), Alexis Murillo Anstett (Henry) and Timothy (Jan).

DIAZ FLORENCE C. Age 93. November 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Armando. Loving mother of Donald Diaz, Robert Diaz, and Sharon Fraile. Cherished grandmother of Donna, Michael, David, William, Steven, and great-grand-mother of nine. Funeral Saturday 1:30 PM at THAYER-ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 33603 Grand River Ave., Farmington (1 blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). The family will receive friends Saturday from 10:30 AM until 1:30 PM service. www.thayer-rock.com

TURNBULL GLENN GREG Age 53, of Los Angeles, CA passed away November 12 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born August 30, 1956 in Wayne, MI to Donald L. and Eunice E. Turnbull. Glenn graduated from Garden City HS; received his BS from Louisiana State and served 4 years active duty in the Persian Gulf with the US Navy, continuing with the Naval Reserve. He earned masters degrees from San Francisco State and Cal Lutheran before settling in LA where he was a teacher, vice principal, and LAUSD administrator for the LA public schools. Glenn traveled extensively, visiting every continent and collecting a vast library and photos from his travels. He is survived by his mother, Eunice, of Garden City; sisters Karen Mullen, Lynn Hurst, and Heather Allen; brothers Mark and Matthew; nieces Genevieve, Laura and Ellyn; nephews Cutter and Grant; Earle Emery, and many close friends and family.

MAKILA EMIL Age 87. November 17, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Wealthy. Loving father of David Makila and Robert (Pamela) Makila. Cherished grandfather of Sara, Brandon, Amy, and great-grandfather of Dylan, Hannah, Lydia and Lily. Dear brother of Alma Uitti, Aili Mitter and Judy Snowdon. Funeral Sunday 4 p.m. at THAYER-ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 33603 Grand River Ave., Downtown Farmington (1 Blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). Visitation Saturday 2-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. www.thayer-rock.com

Di CENZO SARAH Age 86 of Dearborn Heights. November 18, 2009. Beloved wife of Michele. Dear sister of the late Mecurio, Joseph and Frank. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home on Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Funeral Saturday November 21, 2009 at St. Anselm Catholic Church. In state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com

FAIRFIELD A. SID November 17, 2009. Age 81. Beloved husband of Anne. Loving father of Greg, Randy (Vickie) and DiAnn. Proud grandfather of Mike and great-grandfather of Paige and Isabell. Dear brother of Nancy Jankowiak. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Friday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. with evening scripture 7:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday at St. Athanasius Parish, 18720 13 Mile Road, Roseville (W. of Gratiot), in state 11:00 a.m. until time of Mass 11:30 a.m. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com

PARSONS GINA M. (nee Howell), 34, November 15, 2009. Dear mother of the late Andrew Davis. Dear step-mother of Daniel and the late Sean Parsons. Dear daughter of Linda (Dennis) Dettar and Kenneth (Anlee) Howell. Also survived by many loving family members and friends. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Saturday with a Service at 7 p.m. at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23-Mile Road, New Baltimore.

BISTROW TOBY Beloved wife of Seymour Bistrow. Dear mother of Mark (Mary) Bistrow, Gary Bistrow and Susan Bistrow. Devoted sister of the late Pearl (the late Martin) Olshansky. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. SERVICES SUNDAY, 12:00 NOON AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com

XENAKIS ATHENA November 18, 2009, age 88. Beloved wife of Peter. Dearest mother of Joanne Xenakis, Jim (Alice) Xenakis, Thomas Xenakis and Peter (Anna) Xenakis. Loving Yia Yia of seven and three great grandchildren. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m with Trisagion 7 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Homes, Inc., 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. In state 10:30 a.m. Saturday until time of service 11 a.m. at Annunciation Cathedral, 707 E. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit. Memorials to the Cathedral or Alzheimer's Association, Michigan Chapter or In House Hospice. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org

SHEGAN DELORES I. November 16, 2009, age 87. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Dear mother of Cynthia (James) Jensen, Kathleen (Joseph) Burlager and the late Patricia Maaske. Sister of Leona Wright and Bernice McGregor. Also survived by seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Funeral Services Saturday 11 a.m. at the D. S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Rd. at Common (12½ Mile). Visitation Friday 5-9 p.m. Donations appreciated to the Ascension Lutheran Building Fund. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com

DONNELLY RITA Age 72, November 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late James Joseph. Dear mother of Martin (Gayle), Francis Michael and the late Kevin. Loving grandmother of MacKenzie Blake. Sister of Joseph Ferran. Companion of Joseph Goralski and family. Visitation at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, (248) 348-1800, Friday 2-9p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital. On line sympathy message at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com

KARLOWICZ ELEANOR G. Age 93. November 19, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Cyril. Dear mother of Alan (Lisa) and Nancy. Dearest grandmother of Brandon (Alena), Cynthia (Philip), and Michael (Jennifer). Great-grandmother to Kiera, Riley, and Millia. Sister of Virginia Clouse of Texas. Memorial Mass Saturday, 9:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes Road, Sterling Heights. Arrangements handled by the Adragna Obarzanek Funeral Home, Sterling Hts.

WOJCIK HELEN Age 105, November 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Dan. Loving mother of Dolores (the late Bob) Rademacher and Gerald (Sue) Wojcik. Dear grandmother of James (Mary Ann) Wojcik, Daniel (Wiesia) Wojcik and Thomas (Kathy) Rademacher. Great-grandmother of Bryan Rademacher, Conrad and Tiki Wojcik and Sara (Tim) Hengst. Preceded in death by her eight younger brothers and sisters. Visitation Friday 2-8 PM with a 7:00 PM scripture service at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (north of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. In state Saturday 9:30 AM until 10:00 AM Funeral Mass at St. Isidore Church, 18201 Romeo Plank Road (corner of 23 Mile Rd.), Macomb Twp. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: www.wasikfuneralhome.com

LILIENTHAL DOROTHY M. Age 85, November 17, 2009. Wife of the late Herbert. Mother of David (Janet), Debby, Dotsie (Randy) Eschelbach and Janet (Jeff) Smith. Grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of three. Sister of Andrew Mellberg and the late Floraine Gignac. Visiting Sunday 2 p.m. until time of funeral service at 4 p.m. at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800. Donations in Mrs. Lilienthal name can be made to Alzheimer's Association. On line sympathy message at obriensullivanfuneralhome.com

HUGUELEY DORIS LOUISE Age 77, November 18, 2009. Loving mother of Paula Nelson. Dear sister of Raymond Nuckolls. Dear grandmother of Robert, Timothy and Crystal Nelson. Great-grandmother of Samantha, Sarah, Alex, Emma and Chloe. Funeral service will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m. at R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 31551 Ford Rd., Garden City. Visitation Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 12-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Please sign the online guestbook at www.rggrharris.com

CIONI DELINA (NEE SABATINI) Age 90, November 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Dante for 40 years. Loving mother of Dante (Nancy) Cioni. Dear grandmother of Marcy and Julie. Predeceased by three brothers, Geno, Aurelio, Arthur, and one sister, Rena Gardner. In lieu of flowers, please forward any donations to the Alzheimer's Association or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Visitation Saturday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Interment Camp Butler Military Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com

MIKINA JOHN A. 94, of Hendersonville, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at his home after a short illness. A native of Detroit, Michigan, he had lived in the beautiful mountains of Hendersonville since the early 1980's. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Veronica Swiet Mikina, also a Detroit native and currently of Hendersonville; his daughter Janice Mikina and her husband Tony Leonard, both of Cincinnati, OH; his son Gerald Mikina of Hendersonville; his two grandchildren, Nate and Laura Leonard, both of Cincinnati; and numerous nieces and nephews. John was the son of the late Michael and Catherine Mikina, of Detroit. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Stanley Mikina of St. Pete Beach, FL, Joseph Mikina of Detroit, and an infant brother, who died in the 1918 flu epidemic. John worked for the United States Government as a meteorologist with the National Weather Service for 33 years, including serving the nation at home during World War II in Sault Ste. Marie, MI through his meteorological survey work. He retired from government service in 1974, and in the early 1980's moved to Hendersonville to be nearer his older brother and best friend, Stanley, who resided in the area during the summer months. John was a man who never stopped learning, reading, asking questions, and trying to find the answers. In everything he did, he quested for knowledge. He recently wrote that "mortal man is happiest when in pursuit of a goal." John was a meteorologist by trade, but outside of work, his passions were many – astronomy, space travel, mathematics and statistics, woodworking and homebuilding, mechanics and inventing, photography, horse racing, golf, bowling, mystery and western novels – these were his most prominent interests. He also held several patents, jointly with his brother Stanley, a retired Westinghouse engineer, including one for a continuously variable speed transmission for automobiles. In his later years, John affirmed his belief in a personal relationship with a greater universal spirit who he believed is also continuously "striving for higher levels of knowledge." John was a quiet, thoughtful man with a love of life, and always a smile and a kind word for everyone he met. He will be deeply missed by his family. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. An online guest book is available at www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors & Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of arrangements.

JOLLIFF RAYMOND Beloved husband of the late Nora Belle. Beloved father of Blanche Chmura and the late Barbara. Loving grandfather of eight; great-grandfather of 11 and great-great-grandfather of three. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at the Warren Chapel of E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 22642 Ryan Rd. (1 block S. of 9 Mile Rd.). Funeral service Saturday 10 a.m. at the funeral home.

FILIPOVICH RAFFAELA C. November 18, 2009 Age 85. Beloved wife of Paul. Loving mother of Deborah (Terry) Hodge and Cynthia Filipovich. Loving grandmother of Danielle (Louie) Barbato and Mallory Hodge. Dearest sister of Carmela (Dominic) Perry. Beloved friend to everyone. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m .and Monday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc. 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Monday 7:00 p.m. In state Tuesday 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Mark Church, 4401 Bart (Between 9 and 10 Mile Rd. E. of Ryan). Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

ANDRUS ROBERT JAMES Age 64. November 18, 2009 of Lincoln Park. Beloved husband of Evon. Loving father of Robert J. (Leanne), Brent (Heidi) and Daniel (Emily) Outlaw. Dearest son of Ila. Dear brother of Lonnie and Paul. Also survived by seven grandchildren. Visitation Friday 1-9 PM. Service Saturday 11 AM, John Molnar Funeral Home, 14032 Northline Road, Southgate. www.molnarfuneralhome.com

FUSCO VALENTINO November 18, 2009 Age 78 of Plymouth. Beloved husband of Theresa. Loving father of Paula (Kevin Walters) Smith, John (Jeannine) Fusco, Frank (Jennifer), Linda (Thomas) Ozog. Dear brother of Raymond (Mary) Fusco, John (Geraldine) Fusco, Eleanor Pizzino and the late Lucille Orlewicz. Dear grandfather of 14. Visitation Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd (between Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. Funeral Mass Monday In state 10 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Good Counsel, 47650 N. Territorial Rd, Plymouth. To leave a message of condolence please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com

TARDI RITA T. Brighton, MI. Wife of the late Peter, loving mother of Mimi (Joseph) Candela, beloved grandmother of Joey and Jennifer Candela and Christina (Kevin) Klebba and great grandmother of Amber, Alexander, Anthony and Ethan. Visit Friday, 2-8 p.m. Scripture Service 7 p.m. Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Hamburg Chapel (810) 231-0200. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 10:30 a.m. (in state 9:30 a.m.) at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 711 Rickett Rd., Brighton. Please leave a Message of Comfort to Rita's family by calling 877-231-7900 or visit her guestbook at www.borekjennings.com

DAVID HELEN MARY A Life Well Loved. Age 83. Grosse Pointe Woods resident, passed away November 19. Survived by children, Joe (Linda) David, George (Gail) David and Karen (Ned) Batchelor; grandchildren, Michelle, Kristen, Joseph, Gary, John and Kimberly; brother, Fred (Sara) Guttas; sister, Sandra (Paul) Aubin; and hundreds of loving friends and relatives. Raised in Chicago, she moved to Detroit in 1946 to begin her 63-year career as a wife, mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph P. David, and son, Michael. Visitation 1:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, November 20 at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods. Funeral services 10 a.m. Saturday, November 21, at Our Lady Star of the Sea, 467 Fairford Road, Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. ahpeters.com

ZIEMLEWICZ LEONARD V. Age 84, of Eastpointe. Beloved husband of Dorothy E. (Arndt). Dearest father of Patrick (Denise) Ziemlewicz, Cindy (Jeff) Collinson, Ken (Dedee) Ziemlewicz. Loving grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of three. Visitation Sunday 2 p.m.-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Road, Eastpointe. In state 10 a.m. Monday at St. Angela Catholic Church, 25395 Chippendale, Roseville until Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery.

SLOVE JENNIE Age 91. November 19, 2009. She was born in Detroit on October 6, 1918. Daughter of the late Mary and John Luczka. Loving sister of Natalie Neuman, Anna Bortak and Helen Burns. Dearest mother of Nancy (Fred) Purz and Betty Davis. Caring grandmother to Keith and Ken Davis, Linda (Craig) Lombardo and Ron Purz and a great grandmother to Alyssa, Sarah and Raven. Mrs. Slove loved crocheting, knitting, cooking, playing cards and ornament making. Visitation Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of the Funeral service 11 a.m. A.H. Peters Funeral Home 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 ½ Mile Rd.) ahpeters.com

VAN SWEDEN HARRY, 77, of Shelby Twp, Nov. 18, 2009. Husband of Mary. Father of Debra (Kenneth) Schmidt and Bryan (Joanne) Van Sweden. Grandfather of Lisa, Laura, and the late Lilly. Brother of Catherine (the late Theo) Key and Thelma (Roger) Vande Kieft. Visitation Friday 3-8 pm and Saturday 11 am - 1 pm at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 mile) Warren. Service Saturday 2 pm at Church of the Master, 30200 Schoenherr, Warren. ahpeters.com

SCHACHT DONALD DELBERT SR. Age 79 Beloved husband of Deloris. Loving father of Donald D. Jr. (Terry), Dale D. (Kathleen), Douglas D. (Elizabeth), Darryl D. (Veronica), Darla A. (Brad) Butcher, David D. (Nicole). Dear brother of Arlene (Bill) Jacovetti, Dolores (Robert) Ritter, Judy (Dwayne) Bertrang and the late Robert (Shirley). Also survived by 15 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral Monday, 11a.m. from the chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Road (at Ann Arbor Trail). Family will receive visitors Sunday, 2-9 p.m. and Monday 9-11 a.m. Grandpa's wish in lieu of flowers was to contribute to Nolan Schacht for his fight against autism in care of Deloris Schacht. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com

FLECK PATRICIA ANN Age 77, November 17, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Dearest mother of Clarise (James) Soper, William (Diane) Fleck, Robert (Rebekah) Fleck, Loreen (Michael) Baker, Theresa Donnelly and the late Michelle. Loving grandmother of 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren at Artesian, Friday 1-3 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. Chapel Service at the funeral home Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre.

MAUTERER CECELIA November 19, 2009 Age 90. Beloved wife of Joseph for 59 years. Dear mother of Mary Mauterer, Kathy (James) Smith and Joe Jr. (Sharon) Mauterer. Loving grandma of Chrissy, Jim, Jason, Jennifer and Kevin. Precious great grandma of Tyler, Isabella and Gianna. Dear sister of Jim, Mary Ann, Dan, Jack, Theresa, Patsy and the late Edward, Frances and Charles. Visitation Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Monday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Church, 31555 Hoover Road (north of 13 Mile) Warren. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

BARRON SOPHIE November 17, 2009, Age 83. Beloved wife of Herbert. Dear mother of Paul F.(Donna) Piotruchowski and the late Victor (Linda) Piotruchowski and step-mother of Herbert Pat (Linda) Barron. Loving grandmother of Paul J. and Douglas Piotruchowski, Rebecca Cross, Kimberly Dougaveto and step grandmother of Herbert Pat and Scott Barron. Great grandmother of 11. Dear sister of Helen Giera. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service 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. at St. Thecla Church 20740 S. Nunneley Road, Clinton Twp. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com

TOMKOWSKI NORMAN F., suddenly, November 18, 2009, age 66 of Westland. Dear brother of Patricia Tomkowski and Lorraine (Ernie) Schmidt. Loving son of the late Stella and Ted. Dear uncle of Eric, Justin and Brian (Karen) Schmidt. Visitation Sunday 1 PM until the Sunday 4 PM Funeral Service at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd. (btwn. Ford & Cherry Hill), Westland. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, MI. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. To share a memory, please visit www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com

BLACKBURN FRANCES L. Age 85 of Detroit, passed on November 15th. Loving wife of the late Gordon; mother of Karen (Charles) Tucker, Gordon, Jr., Joan (Sinclair) Dicks, Stephen, Bill, Gary (Sheila), Brian (Annette), Les and Lisa; and grandmother of 27 grandchildren and 14 great-grand-children. Funeral services will be held Saturday November 21st with a family hour at 10AM from the Chapel of Haley Funeral Directors, 24525 Northwestern Hwy. Southfield, Michigan. Visitation will be 4-8PM Friday November 20th in the funeral home. Online condolences and directions at: www.haleyfuneraldirectors.com