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10 Death Notices of Jeffrey, Kirk, Visitation Friday 3-9 a.m. at 36900 KEMPER (NEE IMERSON) Age 99, November 7, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of the late Gene (the late Dorothy) Wyatt. Proud grandmother of Michael (Cynthia) Wyatt and Mark (Terrie) Wyatt.

Great grandmother Spencer and Madison. p.m. Funeral Saturday 10 Calcaterra Sons Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.

KINSLER ERNEST J. Age 82, November 5, 2007. Beloved husband of Violet. Dear father of Robert (Lydia) Kinsler and Suzette (William) Mazzara. Loving grandfather of William (Jennifer) Mazzara, Christina (Bryan) Niehaus, Stacey Mazzara, Sean Kinsler, Cindee Pfahler and Lisa Rusk.

Loving great-grandfather of Quinton and Allie. Funeral service 7 p.m. Friday at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Visitation Friday from 3-9 p.m.

Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Retired employee of the Detroit News. Share a memory with the family at KLEEHAMMER DOROTHY M. (NEE CORNEILLIE) Age 83. November 7, 2007. Beloved wife of Henry J.

for 61 years. Loving mother of Ruth Ann (Gary) Nelson, Diane M. Kleehammer (Mark Kobetis) and Gary J. (Jill) Kleehammer. Proud grandmother of Ken and Keith (Nicole) Nelson, Emily and Catherine "Catie" Kobetis, Daren, Joseph, and Rachel Kleehammer and of Evan and the late Blaine Marie Nelson.

Dear sister of George (Marion) Corneillie. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with Funeral Service Saturday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra Sons, Inc. (SHELBY TOWNSHIP), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd.

Interment St. Mary Cemetery, New Baltimore. Donations preferred to the American Cancer Society. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com KOSCIELNIAK DOROTHY D. November 5, 2007.

Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Loving mother of Jacquelene (Robert) Reynolds and Frances (John) Jastrzembski. Dear grandmother of Kevin Reynolds, Jason (Kate) Jastrzembski, and Jennifer Jastrzembski. Dear great grandmother of Mia and Reese Jastrzembski. Memorial Mass Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 10:00 a.m.

at St. Alfred Catholic Church (Taylor, MI). Arrangements by Voran Funeral Home (Taylor Chapel). Online guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com KROTZER LOTTIE CHARLOTTE, Age 86 of Washington Township, November 5, 2007. Loving wife of the late George.

Dear mother of James, Diane, Frances, Frank and the late Albert Krotzer. Survived by 11 grandchildren, 18 great granchildren and five great great grandchildren. Sister of the late Frances Lapuma. Sister-in-law of Robert and Penny Krotzer. Funeral Servcie Saturday, November 10, 2007 2 p.m.

at the PotereModetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Rochester. The family will receive friends Saturday 12 noon until time of service. Memorials to the family. On line guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com. LACH ELAINE Age 70 of Troy, Michigan passed away November 5, 2007 at her home.

She was retired from Hare Cartage Co. She was preceded in death by her parents Peter Lach and Sophia Rutkowski, brother Peter Lach and nephew Ralph J. Stasie. She is survived by sister Virginia (George) Stasie, sister-in-law Lillian Lach, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will receive friends Thursday 1-8 p.m.

at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. In state 10 a.m. Friday until time of service 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations to William Beaumont Hospital Hospice. LEWIS CHARANAVANT GEORGIA Age 59, of Royal Oak. November 6, 2007. Beloved mother of Jesse. Loving daughter of Pearl Kobylarz and the late George Kobylarz.

Devoted sister of Florence Norzow and Jay Kobylarz. Memorial Service p.m. Saturday, November 10 at Muddy Water Zen, 2421 Yale Royal Oak. LEWIS DAISY BELL, Born March 18, 1928 in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana passed away November 2, 2007, Daisy served 25 years as a social worker for the City of Detroit and Inkster Parks and Recreation Commissioner in 1998. Loving mother of Watson, Naomi, Debra, Marsha Elaine, Anthony, and stepson George Jr.

Funeral Service Friday, November 9, at 12:30 p.m. at Middlebelt Missionary Baptist Church, 934 Middlebelt. Viewing Thursday, November 8 at O.H. Pye Ill Funeral Home, 17600 Plymouth Rd, Detroit, MI 3-8 p.m. Share thoughts and memories online at www.pyefuneralhome.com.

LOUGHRAN WILLIAM H. "BILL" November 7, 2007. Age 78. Dearest father of Janice and Jim (Marie), Loving grandfather of Jennifer, Ryan, Aaron, Alexandria, and Natalie Rose. Loving great-grandfather of Aiden.

Also survived by his sister, Geraldine, Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joan. Visitation Friday, and p.m., with a 5 p.m. Prayer Service at McCabe Funeral Home, 851 Canton Center Canton. In state Saturday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m.

at St. Thomas a'Becket Church, 555 Lilley Canton. Interment Michigan Memorial Park. www.mccabefuneralhome.com MARGAVICH FRANCES "SUE" November 6, 2007. Age 84.

Beloved wife of the late Edward. Dear mother of Pam (Gary) Wroblewski, the late Edward March and the late David Margavich. Loving grandma of Chris (Sara), Eric (Tiffany), Kelly and Heather. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Wake Service at 7 at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc.

11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. in state Saturday a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 11:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Community, 40501 Hayes Road, Sterling Heights.

Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at McCUEN DANIEL SCOTT 42, of Warren. November 2007. Born November 1964 in Detroit. Survived by daughter, Kaitlyn Danielle McCuen; father, Charles (Barbara) McCuen, mother, Ellen (Dan) Crutchfield; siblings, Charles (Pamela) McCuen, IlI, Patrick (Sally) McCuen, Christy (Michael) Little, and Sheila (Shane) Sandifer; uncles, Dennis (Jan) McCuen, Bernard (Helen) Pavone, Mr.

and Mrs. Joe Kohn and an aunt, Ms. Joanne Pelletier. Also many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by grandparents: Charles and Helen McCuen and Lester and Mary Kohn.

Also, an uncle, Jerry Kohn. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. on November 9th at The Van Dyke Church of Christ, 5201 E. 9 Mile Road, Warren 10 Death Notices MERTA ANN MARIE (NEE CESARZ) November 2007. Loving wife of the late Charles.

Dear mother of Ron (Joyce), Connie Wilkins (Bud) and Beverly Allevato (Phil). Also survived by two sisters, Jean Kapinos and Helen Kroyer and brother Raymond Cesarz, seven grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with Funeral Service Saturday 10 a.m. at Harry J.

Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia Contributions may be made to Marywood Nursing Home. MILLER SANDRA 61, of Oro Valley, Arizona. Passed away November 6, 2007. Survived by husband, Edward; brothers, John and Roger Dew. Memorial Mass 12:00 (Noon) Thursday, November 8, 2007 at St.

Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church, 2727 Tangerine Rd in Oro Valley. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church New Building Fund. Arrangements by Adair Funeral Homes-Avalon Chapel- Tucson, AZ. MIRIC MLADEN Age 88, November 5, 2007.

Dear husband of Gordana. Loving father of Borislav. Also survived by sister, Zaga, two nephews and a niece. Visitation Friday p.m. at the A.H.

Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack at Vernier Grosse Pointe Woods. Pomen Friday 7 p.m. In state Saturday 10 a.m. until burial service 11 a.m. at St.

Lazarus Ravanica Cathedral, 4575 E. Outer Drive, Detroit. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Detroit. Memorial contributions to St. Lazarus Ravanica.

MITCHELL PATRICIA M. (NEE BRICKLEY) November 7, 2007. Age 72. Beloved wife of Robert for 48 years. Loving mother of Peggy Brady (Patrick), Mark, Mary Garlow (Dave), Matthew (Laurie), Michael, Maureen and Molly.

Proud and loving grandmother of Elizabeth, Emily, Eric, Mackensie, Erin, Kevin, Zachary, Alyssa, Joshua and lan. Sister of Marge Biondi (John), Judy Sheehan (Patrick), Gerald Brickley (the late Suzi) and the late Betty Marko (Joe) and Bill Brickley. Sister-inlaw of Beverly Geisler (Jerome). Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Ray and Mildred Brickley.

Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond Sons (Vasu, Rodgers Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile) Saturday 6-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-8 p.m. Rosary Sunday 7 p.m.

Funeral Mass Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Columban Church, 1775 Melton, Birmingham. Visitation begins at church 10 a.m. Memorials to St.

Columban Building Fund. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com OVERLY KAZIMIERA L. "KATHY" 66, November 6, 2007. Dear mother of Mark (Josie), Judy (Rob) Kolloen, David and Steven (Kim). Grandmother of Amanda, Michael, Jessica, Rebecca and Stevie.

Predeceased by husband, Clyde; parents Wiadyslaw and Marianna; brother Stanley Sikorski. Funeral Mass Saturday 10:30 a.m. St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 54045 Schoenherr, Shelby Twp. In state 10 a.m.

Visitation Thursday 7-9 p.m., Friday 2-9 p.m. with Scripture service Friday 7 p.m. at Gramer Funeral Home, Diner Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke (S. of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery.

Donations to American Cancer Society. Condolences to www.gramerfuneralhome.com PETROVICH MARY ANN November 7, 2007. Age 74. Dear sister of Richard Petrovich and the late Joan E. Petrowski.

Dear cousin of Paul Robert (Judy) Petrovich and Sr. Mary Barbara Brys. Miss Petrovich was predeceased by her parents, Andrew and Henrietta Petrovich. Memorial Mass Saturday 9:00 a.m. at SS.

Cyril Methodius Catholic Church, 41233 Ryan Rd. (just N. of 18 Mile). Arrangements by Sterling Heights Chapel of Mandziuk Son Funeral Directors, Inc. (586) 997-3838 PITTMAN CLIFTON B.

Age 54 of Livonia. Died November 6, 2007. Dear brother of Annie (Duran) Hill, Patricia Langlois, Jimmy Wayne, C.W. Lloyd, Julie, and Kenneth Pittman. He is also survived by 47 nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his parents Wylie and Eavy Pittman; siblings James, Gean, Thomas Pittman, Ruby Bland, Joanne Richards, and Mildred Webster.He enjoyed collecting antiques, playing the piano, refinishing furniture, and singing. Visitation will be on Thursday, from 4:30 p.m.- 9 p.m., with the Service at 11 a.m. Friday at the Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, Madison Heights. Burial will take place in Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak.

Condolences can be sent to: www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com. Eric, and the late Daniel a.m. Friday until time of Peter the Apostle Catholic Woods (btwn. 1-94 and In lieu of flowers, Capuchin's Soup Kitchen, He was an Army Veteran dinance. Retired lieutenant Department.

Member of Arrangements by A.H. Home in Grosse Pointe 5500 PRATT POMNITZ CHARLES E. Age 88. November 6, 2007. Beloved husband of Helen.

Dear father of Patricia (James) Kusiak and Barbara (Glenn) Page. Proud grandfather of Kristin, Charles, and Matthew Kusiak, Kathryn, Rebecca, Alex, Page. In state 9 Mass 10 a.m. St. Church, Harper Kelly on Vernier donations to The 313-579-2100.

of WWII, 3483 Orof Detroit Fire VFW Bruce Post. Peters Funeral Woods. 313-884- ALLEN Of Belleville. Age 80. November 4, 2007, Beloved husband of Joyce Pratt.

Loving father of Allen, Debra (Thomas) Pry, Mark, Teri (William) Kero and Keith. Proud grandfather of ten and great-grandfather of 15. He was a proud veteran who served in the Merchant Marines during World War Il. Family and friends gathering Saturday 12:00 p.m. Noon until 1:00 p.m.

Memorial Service at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Westland (btwn. Ford and Cherry Hill). To leave a message of condolence for the family log on to RENSHAW NEIL B. SR.

Age 80. November 6, 2007. Loving father of Bruce (Melinda) and drew Renshaw. Diaz. Renshaw, Proud Javier Great-grandfather Diaz, grandfather of and of Emily AnJordan Diaz.

Dear brother of the late Ivan and June Snyder. Brother-in-law of Sharlene Renshaw. Visitation at the Wm. Sullivan Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (3 Biks E.

of Van Dyke), Utica Friday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment Utica Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at com a.m.

31530 In 12-8 of p.m. of St. of Ford 15. 7:30 (at 9:30 Ford 7, of 7, a.m. 12.

and Church, Fri- 10 2 12 Today BARTEL, ROBERT 10 a.m. Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Plymouth. BERNARDO, CONCETTA 10:30 a.m. at St.

Clement Catholic Church, 5275 Kenilworth. CARRIS, HARRY 3:30 p.m. at The Dorfman Chapel, Farmignton Hills, 248-406-6000. CLARK, DREW 7 p.m. at Harry J.

Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. CLARKE, SHARON 9:30 a.m. Church of the Divine Child, 1055 N. Silvery Lane, Dearborn. DALTON, KENNETH 11:30 a.m.

WujekCalcaterra, 36900 Schoenherr, Sterling Hgts. D'ANGELO, MARY 10 a.m. St. Gertrude Church, 28839 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores.

DANIEL, SARAH. 11 a.m. at Ste. Anne Catholic Church, 1000 St. Anne Street in Detroit DEMIANENKO, ALEXANDER 12 noon at A.H.

Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr. DONADIO, ALBERT L. 10 a.m. St. Kieran Catholic Church, 53600 Mound.

DONADIO, ALBERT L. 10 a.m. St. Kieran Catholic Church, 53600 Mound. FENKELL, JUANITA E.

11:30 a.m. at the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, Plymouth. FUCIARELLI, ERNESTINE Committal service Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit. FUZY, GOLDIE St.

Josephs Church, Wyandotte from 10:30 a.m. Mass 11 a.m. GALPERIN, MAX 1 p.m. at Hebrew Memorial Chapel. 248-543-1622.

GAUCHEY, SUSAN 10:30 a.m. Prince of Peace Catholic Church 4300 Walnut Lake Rd. GOODMAN, ANDREW 7:30 p.m. at WujekCalcaterra Sons, 36900 Schoenherr. GRUSHKO, HELEN 2p.m.

Graveside service at Machpelah Cemetery. 248-569-0020. HINSMAN, FRANCES Mass 10 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, in state 9:30 a.m.

HORON, LINDA '12 noon at St. Lawrence Church 44633 Utica Rd. ISOM, JOHN 6 p.m. at Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, Dearborn Chapel, Michigan Ave. KEMPLER, MARGOT 10:30 a.m.

at Hebrew Memorial Chapel, 248-543-1622. KERR, DONALD 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart of the Hills Church, 3400 S. Adams Rd. KOSCIELNIAK, WANDA 10 a.m.

at Fairlane Funeral Home, 13510 W. Warren, Dearborn. KUECKEN, RUTH 11 a.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Madison Heights.

LIZAK, JULIA 11 a.m. John K. Solosy Funeral Home, 3206 Fort, Lincoln Park. McCORMICK, MARY Mass 10 a.m. St.

Jane Frances de Chantal Church, 38750 Ryan Rd. MILLER, SANDRA Noon at St. Mark the Evangelist Church in Oro Valley, Arizona. MILLER, VIOLET 7:00 p.m. at Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W.

Warren. NAGY, BEVERLY 1 pm. John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster. OZOLINS, GEORGE Gesu Catholic Church 17180 Oak Dr.

Detroit, 2 p.m RASMUSSEN, MYRTLE C. 11 a.m. at Immanuel United Methodist Church, 23715 Gratiot. RASMUSSEN, MYRTLE C. 11 a.m.

at Immanuel United Methodist Church, 23715 Gratiot. RICHARDS, PAMELLA 11 a.m. at Kensington Community Church, 1825 E. Square Troy. SCHUYLER, SHIRLEY 11 a.m.

at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd. SIMS, SURILLA 11:00 a.m. at Joy Road Baptist Church, 14548 Joy Rd. SWICK, IRENE A.

11 a.m. St. Anne Catholic Church, 32000 Mound Rd. (S. of 14 Mile WILLIAMS, MARY 9:30 a.m.

St. Mel Catholic Church, 7506 Inkster Rd (just north of Warren). WINICK, JUNE 10 a.m. at the Dorman Chapel, Farmington Hills, 248-406-6000. WIT, MARY JANE 11 a.m.

at Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home, 1720 Elk Port Huron. 10 Death Notices APPLEBEE LYN ANNE Age 45, November 5, 2007. Beloved wife of Michael. Loving mother of Courtney, Benjamin and Katelyn. Dearest daughter of Carl and Anne Piippo.

Dear sister of Dr. Laura (Bryan Meda) Plipo. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at Wuje Calcaterra Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.) 54880 VanDyke at 25 Mile Rd.

In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 8771 15 Mile Rd. (E. of VanDyke) until time of service, 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Spastic Paraplegia Foundation are appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com ARTHUR JUDITH Age 67. November 2007. Lov- ing mother of Barbara (Dane) Lubick, Rebecca (Curtis) Bone, Eric Arthur and James Ulric Arthur. Dear sister Nancy (Howard) Mick and Jackie Fortner.

Proud grandmother of Ryan, Crystal and Kyle. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. until time of Service 11:30 a.m.

at the Wm. Sullivan and Son Funeral Home, 11 Mile Rd. (tour biks. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.

BEGG SARAH ROSE November 6, 2007, age 76. Beloved wife of Douglas. Loving mother of Kenneth (Joyce) and Patricia. Proud grandmother of Bethany, Justin, Jacob, Josh, Michael and Sean. Dear sister of Michael Peraino and Pauline Pilch.

Visitation at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of the Bagnasco Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Ave. (3 biks of 10 Mile) Friday 3-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held Saturday 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Interment private, To share a memory, BOBERNICK JOHN "JOHNNY MARKS" Age 74, of West Palm Beach, formerly of Madison October 19, Predeceased by his wife Betty. Dear father Patricia (Rob- ert) Sweitzer, Christopher (Sandy) Bobernick and Nancy (Steve) Kuczborski. Dear grandfather Stephanie Jeffrey Ann Sweitzer, Kevin Bobernick Beth Kuczborski. Memorial Mass Saturday, No- vember at 9:30 Anastasia Ro- Troy man Catholic Church, John BOOTH RAYMOND R. HAMBURG TWP.

MI Age husband Dorothy, Loving Beloved father of Kevin, David Steven. Grand- father of Brother of Booth. Uncle of Betty Booth. Visit Davies and day, p.m. 4-8 Farewell Saturday at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Hamburg Chapel 231-0200.

Please leave Message Comfort Ray's family at 877-231-7900 guestbook at BRONSON GEORGE A. Age 80. November 2007, from the Retired Colonel Army. Beloved husband of Joe. father of Roiann (Chris) ert (Cathy) Bronson, Thomas Bronson.

Dearest grandfather Christopher (Allison) Kuzma, Laurie Kuzma, Schultz, Richard Schultz, Kylynn Bronson. Great grandfather Matthew Lewis. Brother of Grace Weible. Also Visitavived by many nieces and nephews. tion Thursday 2-9 p.m.

Funeral Friday a.m. at the D.S. Temrowski Sons Funeral Home. Hoover Common 30009 at Mile). Please see obit at www.Temrowski.com CARRIS HARRY Beloved husband Arline father Matthew Becker and SERVICES THURS DAY, 3:30 PM AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000.

INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT THE BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY, LIVONIA or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com 10 Death Notices CELEBI NANCY WILSON Passed away peacefully at home in Lathrup Village on Saturday, November 3rd with her beloved family and pets surrounding her. She will be deeply missed by her husband Mark, her children Elif, Mine, John, Erin, Julie, and Kevin, her grandson Derrick, and Wisecup. Her life was devoted to the selfless love of others, each day an opportunity to dedicate herself anew to bringing joy to those around her. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 10th at 2 p.m. at Southfield Presbyterian Church, 21575 W.

Ten Mile Rd. Nancy's favorite charity was St. Jude's, www.stjude.org CHARETTE HAROLD DAVID Age 82, November 3, 2007. Beloved father of Ron and Cass. Brother of Don, Ken, Elaine, the late Bob and Doris; also survived by five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Visitation at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John Rd. Madison Heights 3-9 p.m. Thursday November 8. Memorial Services at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 604 W. 11 Mile Rd.

Friday November 9, from 1-5 p.m. CIECIORA ROSE CIECIORA passed away at home on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 peacefully at age 91. Beloved mother of Theresa Cieciora, Barbara Sypniewski, and the late Arlene Contrastato. Dear mother-in-law of Frank Contrastato and Arnold Sypniewski. Loving grandmother of Kim, Renee, Michael, Gina, Karen, Frank, and great grandmother of Shannon, Tiffany, Kyle, Callie, Frank Marcus, Trent and Anthony.

Also survived by many sisters. Rose will be greatly missed by all of her family and many friends. Rose belonged to St. Francis D'Assisi Church and loved gardening, bowling and working at the church. Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W.

Warren at Artesian, Thursday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. St. Francis D'Assisi Church, until Mass of Resurrection 10 a.m.

COLLINS PAUL J. Beloved husband of Sophie Collins. Dear father of Barbara CollinsFong and Mervyn Collins. Dearest brother of Frank (Chrissie) McAuley, Winifred Tausney and Maureen McArdle. Loving grandfather of Andrew Sean Collins and Sydney Fong.

SERVICES, FRIDAY CHAPEL, 10 A.M. FARMINGTON AT THE HILLS, or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com COWLEY BEATRICE "BETTY" Age 84, November 5, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Major Edward Charles Cowley. Loving mother of Rosemary "Skipper" (Bobby) Moore, and Lynette (William Shaffer. Proud grandmother of Maria Thomas, Karen (Matt) Staudt, John (Michele) Stone, and Andy Moore.

Dear great-grandmother of Lauren Staudt, Courtney Staudt, Madeline Stone, Taylor Staudt, and Breanna Moore-Leger. Sister of Jim Burgess of St. Ives, England. Visitation at the Wm. Sullivan Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd.

(3 Biks E. of Van Dyke) Utica, Thursday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Friday 12 noon at the funeral home. Family request donations to Alzheimer's Association. Please share a memory with the family at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com CRONIN BRIAN M.

Age 50. October 30, 2007. Beloved son of Arthur and Mary Ann. Loving brother of Kathy (Mike) Schick, Beth (Mark) Sly, Lori (Mitch) Clauw, Lisa (John) Abell. Dear uncle to Stephanie, Michael, Julianna, Jonathan, Victoria and Emily.

Brian was the owner of the Great Lakes Dinner Theatre in Mt. Clemens, then became the producer of the Jupiter Dinner Theatre in Florida. Family to greet friends 9-10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Margaret Church, 21201 13 Mile Rd.

Memorial service at 10 a.m. DAYMOND MARGARET Age 69, passed November, Survived by Steven, Keith, Susan. Loving G-Ma to Tony, David and Jamie. Memorial service November 9 at Our Savior Hope, 29495 Annapolis, Westland 7 of p.m. 313-378-6631.

DEAN ZARRIEFF M. SR. Age 39, of Detroit. Passed away suddenly. He leaves his wife Kathleen, Zarrieff and Kaden, daughter Zuri, parents Mr.

and Mrs. Dean, two sisters, and one brother. Viewing, November 9, 12-7 p.m. at Andrews-Hardy Funeral Home, 13841 Gratiot. Family hour Saturday November 10 at 10 a.m.

Funeral at 11 a.m. at Greater St. Stephens MBC, 3952 Dickerson, Detroit, MI 48215, DeSANTIS MARY THERESA November 5, 2007 Age 85. Beloved wife of the late Dennis Dear mother of Denise (Dale) Stranahan, Ann Patrice (Roger) Buchler and the late George DeSantis. Loving grandma of Dennis (Alison), Jason, Sheldon and Aaron.

Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover), Warren. Visitation Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com ELWART DAVID G.

Age 89. November 6, 2007. Be- loved husband of the late Betty. Loving father the late Paul and Denis. Survived by daughter-in-law Gloria Elwart.

Brother of Brow, Gail Pyers and the late Dean Elwart. grandfather of Denise (Jeffrey) Widen. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. FOREST WILLIAM JOHN Age 84, November 7, 2007. Beloved husband of Lillian.

Dear father of Dale (Druan), Diane (Russell) ForestHolman and Donald. Dearest brother Evelyn Marsden. Beloved grandfather of six and six great grandchildren. Funeral Service Saturday a.m. at R.

G. G. R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Livonia. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m.

Private burial be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, MI. Please sign the online guest book at www.rggrharris.com Were here for you during your time of need. It's difficult think about anything but your loss when a loved one dies. Yet you want to honor his or her life a special way. Our online death notices service offers permanent notices, as well a quest book that allows friends to offer conand share memories.

For contact Classified Advertising at 586-977-7500. us Or visit online at www.detroitnewspapers.com/deathnotices. 10 Death Notices GALLUCCI MARY Age 87, passed away November 4, 2007, surrounded by her devoted family. Loving wife of 55 years to the late Peter Gallucci. Beloved mother of Rose Marie (George) Lubienski and Peter Gallucci.

Proud grandmother of Mark (Colleen) Lubienski, Paul (Shanon) Lubienski, Maria (Bruce Beachman) Lubienski, Rosanna (Peter) Kelly and Andrea (Khalil Alami) Lubienski. Great-grandmother of Katie Silva, Mark, Alexis, Lara, and Shelby Lubienski, Blaise and Sofia Beachman, lan, Devon, and Emma Kelly, and Omar, Nina, George, and Zane Alami. Visitation on Thursday, November 8, and Friday, November 9 from 2-9 p.m. with a prayer service on Friday at 7:30 p.m. being held at Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd.

in Dearborn. Funeral Mass on Saturday, November 10 at 10 a.m. with visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anselm Catholic Church, 17650 W.

Outer Drive in Dearborn Heights. Donations to Gail Purtan Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, Development Office, 4100 John Detroit, MI 48201. at www.voranfuneralhome.com GALPERIN MAX Beloved husband of Era Galperin. Loving father of Alla (Alex) Sheyman, Also survived by two grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Service Thursday 1 p.m.

at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622. Interment Clover Hill Park Cemetery. GELEMENT INGA E. November 6, 2007. Age 64.

Dear wife of Bill. Dear mother of Jim (Kathy), William, David (Lisa), Jennifer (Cory Hansen) and John (Gina). Proud grandmother of Jamie, Ashley, Megan, Alex, Kyle and Matthew. Family will receive friends at Wm. Sullivan Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blocks east of Van Dyke), Utica on Thursday 6-9 and Friday noon -9 p.m.

with a Vigil Service Friday a at 7 p.m. Saturday in state 9:15 a.m. until Mass 10 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 280 E.

Square Lake Troy. Share a memory with the family at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com. GRANGER PHYLLIS RUTH November 5, 2007, age 91. Preceded in death by siblings, Barb Masserang, Walt, Robert, Francis, Helen Hansen and Jack. Beloved aunt of 26 nieces and nephews, 42 -nieces and nephews.

Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday, November 10 at Capuchin Monastery, St. Bonaventure Chapel, 1780 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI. Donations to Capuchin Ministries or American Cancer Society appreciated.

GRUSHKO HELEN Beloved wife of Lawrence Grushko. Dear mother of Lynda (Ste(phen) Krasnik, and Jack (Kim Haveraneck) Grushko. Loving grandmother of Rachael and Carly Grushko. Cherished sister-inlaw of Doris (Harold) Luria, Sylvia (the late Howard) Kopel, Rhoda (the late Leonard) Grushko, and the late Ted Grushko. Also survived by "Morley" GRAVESIDE SERVICES 2 P.M.

THURSDAY AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569- 0020. www.irakaufman.com. HAITAIAN GLORIA M. Age 82.

November 6, 2007. Loving wife of the late Ara. Beloved mother of Susan Swigert, Jerry Haitaian and Ricky (Jeanette) Haitaian. Loving grandmother of Peter, Holly, James, Tim, Corey, Ricky, Joseph and Julia. Also survived by her siblings, Donald Koistinen and Jean Duckett.

Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at the Wm. Sullivan and Son Funeral Home, 705 11 Mile Rd.

(4 biks. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to the American Cancer Society appreciated. Share your memories at HARDING LAWRENCE F. "LARRY" JR.

Age 71. No- vember 5, 2007. Beloved husband of Kendra. Loving father of three sons: J.T., Lance, and the late Lee. Dear brother of Don (Clair), Richard and the late Chuck.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Grosse Pointe Memorial Presbyterian Church, 16 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms with Reverend Peter Henry officiating. Memorials are suggested to Seasons Hospice, 27355 John Road, Suite 100, Madison Heights, Michigan 48071. Arrangements by the Wm. Sullivan Son Funeral Home, Utica.

Share a memory at com HARDY ARBUTUS "BOOTS" November 6, 2007. Age 79. Beloved wife of Arthur Dear mother of Marilyn (Joseph) Schewe. Dearest grandmother of Julie (Michael) Earle and Joseph (Aimee). Greatgrandmother of Macey and Avery Earle.

Longtime Business Manager for the Michigan Indiana Women's Children's Apparel Association. Owner of the James M. Golding Company for over 50 years. Visitation Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel) 36100 Five Mile (one Mile W. of Farmington Rd).

Thursday p.m. Service Friday at 11:00 a.m. HENKEL MAE E. Age 93. November 3, 2007.

Beloved wife of the late Fred. Dear sister of Lyall Bennett. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday 11 a.m. until time of Service 1:00 p.m.

at the Wm. Sullivan and Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (three biks. of Van Dyke), Utica. Memorials to the Michigan Humane Society appreciated.

Share your memories at HODGSON LOUISE (NEE STAPP) Age 86. Passed away November 4, 2007. Beloved sister of Kenneth P. Stapp of Chimney Rock, North Carolina. Born April 17, 1921 in Wellston, Ohio, Preceded in death by her husband, William Lester Hodgson in 1965.

Louise immersed herself completely into the cultural scene of Detroit. A longtime supporter of Michigan Opera Theatre, MuHall Center for the Performing Arts, Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Music Society, Hilberry Theatre, Pro Musica, Detroit Institute of Arts and multiple other arts organizations, Louise considered the arts to be a life-long learning experience. Louise graduated Magna Cum Laude from Franklin College in Indiana. She was a labor relations arbitrator with Michigan Bell Telephone from 1942 until 1988. She continued working privately as a labor arbitrator for years thereafter.

Louise was a staunch supporter of Detroit and entertained her friends with wit, humor, and intelligence. There will be a gathering of friends on Wednesday, November 14, 2007, p.m. at Traffic Jam Snug Restaurant, 511 West Canfield, Detroit. Memorial donations to: Michigan Opera Theatre, 1526 Broadway, Detroit, MI. 48226.

HOSKINS GERALD WILLIAM 81 of Formerly of Detroit. Died November 6, 2007 peacefully at home. He retired from Ex-Cell-O Corporation in Detroit after 30 years of service. He was a veteran of the Navy in World War 11. Mr.

Hoskins is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son, William; daughter, Katherine Austin; two step grandchildren; and his brother, Sterling. Memorial contributions can 'be made to Hospice of Michigan and American Lung Association. A Memorial dinner will be held at the Bistro Restaurant, 127 E. Lake South Lyon on Friday, November 2007 at 4:00 Arrangements entrustPHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME, 122 W. Lake Street, South Lyon, MI 48178 JOHNSTON father (Debby); grandfather Edward (Karen) Andrew Bennett.

Saturday to November Life Story Funeral Homes, 822- 10 Death Notices ROSENBLOOM BARBARA K. Beloved wife of the Manford D. Rosenbloom and the late Edward M. Rosenthal. Dear mother of 'Babs and Dr.

Joel Leib, Bernice and Anthony Rosenthal Trogan. Dearest sister of Stuart (Judy) Komer. Loving grandmother of Cheryl (Ronald) Stern, Lisa (David) Knoll, Eric (Jodi) Leib and Christina Trogan. Devoted great-grandmother of Nathan, Sammy, Jonah, Sydney, Hannah, Morgan and Noah. Also survived by many other loving family members and friends.

SERVICES FRIDAY, 12:00 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMING TON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTER MENT AT THE CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com SCHOOF ELEANORE Beloved wife of Harvey Schoof and mother of Harvey Ken and Terry passed on November 6th 2007 at age 88. She was deeply loved and will not be forgotten by her five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. SCHULTZ KIMBERLY A.

November 5, 2007. Dear wife of Gerard. Dear daughter of Ronald and Gloria Balitzky. Dear daughter-in-law of Margaret Schultz. Dear sister of Jeanine (Denis) Laitres and Kelly (Curt) Diss.

Dear sister-in-law of Thomas (Sylvia) Schultz. Dear aunt of Megan, Caitlin and Jeffery. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Rd. New Baltimore.

Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. SKILES THERESA C. A former Senoir Part Sales Administrator for Solar Turbines, a Caterpillar Company died on September 2nd 2007. She was 48. A Memorial at the Side- Track, Ypsilanti, November 11th at 2 p.m.

SOBILO WIESLAW 74, November 3, 2007, Loving father of Richard (Ewa) and Barbara. Dearest grandfather of Alexandra and Maya. Visitation Friday 5-9 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. rosary service at the D.S.

Temrowski Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover at Common (12 Mile). Share memories at www.Temrowski.com STEMPEK ELLA D. Age 90, November 6, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Devoted mother of the late Kathleen.

Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation Friday 1-8 p.m. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made to a Charity of Your Choice. STOVER MILTON Fenton, formerly Traverse City, died November 7, 2007. Funeral Services 11 a.m. Saturday, November 10 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Fenton. Interment Franklin Cemetery.

Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions to the Milton and Ella Stover Endowment Fund for Starr Commonwealth. Surviving are his loving wife, Ella; daughter, Janet Polluck (Larry): two sons, Milton Stover and special friend, Brenda, Ward Stover (Carol); 12 grandchil dren; 13 great-grandchildren; one greatgreat-grandchild; sister, Bessie McGregor. SWAN LEONARD Age 87.

November 6, 2007. Loving husband of Geraldine. Dearest father of Kenneth, Mark (Marie), Mary (Tony) Perez, John (Donna) and Kathy (Ziggy) Felisiak. Proud grandfather of Emily, Daniel, Rosa, Marena, Robert, Jessica, Nicholas, Sarah, Daniel, and Marianne. Great-grandfather of Austin and Nathan.

Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Grosse Pointe Woods with Rosary at 7 p.m. In state 11:30 a.m.

Saturday till time of Funeral Mass 12:00 Noon St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 21620 Greater Mack St. Clair Shores. VANDER HAGEN IRENE "FLO" Age 80, November 6, 2007. Beloved wife of Charles.

Dearest mother of John (Theresa) Ozanich and Linda (Robert) Simmons. Loving grandmother of Lori Pearce, Scott Bawol, Darrin Ozanich, Marc Ozanich, Ronald Simmons, James Simmons and the late Rob Simmons. Dear great grandmother of Meagan, Stephen, Tyler, Charlie, Michelle, Marc Jr. and Jonah. Sister of Millie, Ed, John, Christine and the late Frank and Virginia.

In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church. Visitation Thursday 5-9 p.m.

and Friday 2-9 p.m. with a 6:00 p.m. Scripture service at the D.S. Temrowski Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Rd. at Common mile).

In lieu of flowers memorial donations are appreciated to American Cancer Society. Share memories at www.Temrowski.com. VENTITTELLI LOUIS S. Age 94, of Westland, passed away on Monday, November 5, 2007. Beloved husband of the late Concetta Ventittelli.

Loving father of Teri DiCicco of Canton, GA, Kathy Ventittelli of Southfield, MI and the late Barbara Douglas. Also survived by five grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. Mr. Ventittelli served in the U.S. Army.

He was a WWII Veteran, a retired IRS auditor, and a devout Catholic. Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m., with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Westland (btwn. Ford and Cherry Hill).

In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Theodore Catholic Church, 8200 Wayne Westland. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Barbara Douglas Scholarship Fund, Women of Westland, P.O.

Box 851292, Westland, MI 48185. To leave a message of condolence for the family, log on to www. www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com WARNER LOIS DENISE November 2007. Age 54 of Melvindale. Beloved wife of Frederick.

Loving mother of Jenny (Robert) Boutin and Renee (Steven) Stallions. Dearest grandmother of Alexia, Shelbie, Cooper and Emma. Dear sister of Patricia (John) Watland, Gail (George) Hayes, Wayne Willer, James (Merilee) Willer, Deborah (Albert) Mezo, Donald Willer, Michael (Fern) Willer, and Bonnie (Scott) Hargraves. Funeral Saturday November 10, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd.

(Allen Park Chapel). Interment Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. On line guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com WASIK JANE Age 87.

November 6, 2007. Loving wife of Stanley. Dear mother of Gary, Beverly (Ernie) Mobley, and Dale (Karen). Grandmother of Michael, Michelle, Danielle, Todd, Lisa and Laura. Greatgrandmother of Brooklyn and Sadie.

Sister of Cassie Wiekowicz. Visitation Friday 9 a.m. until her Funeral Service 11 a.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Michigan, 26957 Northwestern, Southfield, MI 48033 in Jane's honor. www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com WILSON HELENE age 89, November 2007, Beloved wife of the late Bernard. Dear mother of Bernard (Theresa), Donald (Dorinda), John, Marilyn (Gene) Boczkay and Les (Jacqueline). Grandmother Great Devoted 2007. South St, grandmother Great great grandmother three.

Garden City resident since 1939. Visitation Thursday 4-8 p.m. day p.m. Prayers at the with John N. Santeiu Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between and Cherry Hill).

Saturday until state Mass at Raphael Catholic Beechwood Merriman Road, north blocks.

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