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ANDONIAN WALTER V. Age 94. Passed on November 22, 2015 in Los Gatos, California. Patriarch of the Andonian family and loving husband of the late Elizabeth. Dear father of Bob (Maribel), Jim (Cathy), John (Sherrie), and Kathi (Chris Grzanowski).

Beloved grandfather of Phil, Tim, Marc, Jeff (late), Sarah, Lexee, Michael, and Stephen. Loving great-grandfather of Taylor, Alexa, and Von; and older brother to Harry, George, Rose, and the late Andy and Sam. Walter was proud to serve our country as part of the Army Air Corps during WWII. Memorial Mass on December 12, 2015, 10 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church, 6442 Pelham Taylor, MI 48180.

A military ceremony conducted by the Downriver VFW will take place at 2:00 p.m. at Woodmere Cemetery, Detroit. Donations may be made to Piquette Square, an apartment complex that houses and cares for homeless veterans (http://www.swsol.org/piquette-square-for BALINSKI DENISE December 7, 2015. Age 68. Beloved wife of Adrian.

Dear mother of Joe (Sherry), Timothy, Laurie, Becki and Jason. Loving grandmother of five grandchildren. Dear sister of Elaine (the late Wendlyn) Miller and the late Jerome Bandyszewski. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren.

In state Friday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at Old St. Catholic Church (Greektown), 646 Monroe, Detroit. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com BEAUVAIS EMILY R.

December 8, 2015. Age 90. Beloved wife of the late Paul. Dearest mother of Greg (Theresa), Evette (Larry) Bobiney and the late Paulette Kozlowski. Loving grandmother of David (Barbara) Kozlowski, Roxann (James) Mahood, Dawn Brown, Mario (Tracy) Dopierala and Anthony (Jessica) Beauvais.

Great-grandmother of eight and great-great-grandmother of one. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary 7 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home Inc.

11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at Blessed John Paul II Parish (Transfiguration Church), 5830 Simon K. (west of Mound), Detroit.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com BOKSHAN ANNA MAE Age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by all her children in the comfort of Angela Hospice. She was born on May 6, 1926 in Snover, Michigan, daughter of the late Michael and Anna Wahoski. Anna enjoyed a number of crafts including quilting, doll making, ceramics and collecting Hummels and Beanie Babies. She will be missed by many friends and relatives. She is survived by her loving children: Cindy (John, M.D.) Lenihan, Don (Mary Jo) Bokshan, Steven (Susie) Bokshan, Jim (Lucrezia) Bokshan, and Nancy (Ray) Merlo; 11 grandchildren and five great- grandchildren.

Anna was preceded in death by her husband, Louis D. Bokshan; her grandson, "Little" Louis Merlo; and her siblings: Alec Wahoski, Stanley Wahoski, Ernie Wahoski, and Casey Wahoski. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 11 from 3:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

at PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME 122 W. Lake South Lyon. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 12 at 10:00 a.m. in state at 9:30 a.m. at St.

Joseph Catholic Church, 830 S. Lafayette, South Lyon. She will be laid to rest beside her husband in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Angela Hospice. www.phillipsfuneral.com BURKE LAWRENCE Age 82, of Rochester Hills, December 6, 2015; Larry retired from G.M.

with 38 years of service; he is survived by Ruth; father of Chris (Jing) and Andy; grandfather of Alex, Britt, Pat and Andrew; brother of Pat (Pam). A private gathering will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Bo Schembechler Heart of a Champion Research Fund, University of Michigan Cardio Vascular Center Development Office, 1000 Oakbrook, Suite 100, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-6794. h.edu. Please visit www.pixleyfuneral.com CONTI JOHN V.

December 8, 2015, Age 91. Beloved husband of the late June. Loving father of Scott Douglas (Cathy). Dear uncle of Cathy Morasso, Ralph (Linda) Morasso, Robert (Barbara) Morasso, Margaret (William) Terrien, Joseph Morasso, Carol (Robert) DeGrandchamp, Mary Jo (Paul) Hurley, Rose Boerjan, Louise Jannetta, Mary Louise (John) Bidolli, Barbara Marukelli, Carol Bertino and Judy (Mario) Rojas. Also survived by 12 great nieces, 13 great nephews, five great-great nieces and eight great-great nephews.

Also survived by special friend and companion Therese Perzyk. Family will receive friends Thursday 5-8 p.m. and Friday 3-8 p.m. with Rosary Friday at 7 p.m. at A.J.

Desmond Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd. (between Maple and Big Beaver), 248-362-2500. Funeral Mass Saturday 11 a.m. Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 4300 Walnut Lake West Bloomfield. Visitation at church begins at 10:30 a.m.

Private Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial tributes to Capuchins. View obituary and share memories at AJDesmond.com DelGROSSO PAUL 93, died Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Troy Beaumont Hospital. Paul leaves behind his wife of 65 years; Marie (Sayer) DelGrosso.

Paul is preceded in death by sons: Paul Terrance DelGrosso and Timothy DelGrosso and is survived by son Philip DelGrosso and grandchildren Robert Flannery and Maria DelGrosso. Paul was a veteran of WWII, serving the Navy as a Lieutenant aboard the aircraft carrier Bunker Hill. Paul was very active in Oakland coin club community and turned his passion into a very successful career in appraising. Funeral services for Paul will be held on Sunday, December 13, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral at 3:00 p.m.

at the Adragna Obarzanek Funeral Home 33250 Ryan Rd (Just North of 14 Mile). aofuneralhome.com DEVOY MARY JEAN (NEE GOWLAND) of Washington Twp. (formerly of Detroit) passed away Friday, December 4, 2015 at age 84. Loving mother of Susan (Patrick) Simion, Laurie Devoy and Michael Devoy. Beloved grandmother of Matthew and Jeffrey Simion and Jaime and Jackie Riddell.

And former mother-in-law of Dave (Sandy) Riddell. Preceded in death by her husband John Devoy, parents Dorothy Grant Erickson and Fred Gowland and sister Kathleen McMinn. Visitation Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a 3:00 p.m.

Service at Wasik Funeral Home Inc. 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (N of 22 Mile Shelby Twp. In lieu of flowers donations to Beaumont Hospice. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com DOLIN LYLE Age 82, of Redford, Michigan, was lifted to the Mansions of the Lord on December 8, 2015.

Beloved husband of Janet (Brodersen) for 55 years and devoted father of four wonderful sons, David (Kelly), Glenn (Janice), Greg and Jeff (Mary). Loving "PaPa" to eight adoring grandsons, one beautiful granddaughter and two special great-grandsons. Lyle proudly served with the 2nd Marine Air Wing (Cherry Point, NC) during the Korean Conflict. He could have taught a class on "All Things especially WWII. See complete service details at Charlesstepfuneralhome.com.

ERRANTE WILLIAM M. Age 66 of Ludington, Michigan, formerly of Dearborn. Died suddenly, December 8, 2015. Dearest husband of Rose. Loving son of Joseph and Elizabeth Errante.

Brother of Joseph (Pam) Errante and Angel (Klaus) Raddatz and the late Annette Klein. Many nieces and nephews. A proud Vietnam veteran who served in the U.S. Army. A member of the Ludington American Legion Post 76.

A U.S. Postal Service retiree. Visitation Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a Military Honor Guard Service at 2:30 p.m.

at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Dearborn, 48124. Memorial donations to Wounded Warrior Project or American Legion of your choice. www.querfeldfuneralhome.com FOREMAN DALE Age 91 December 7, 2015 Born Sept. 25, 1924 in Dennis, Kansas. The youngest of seven born to the late Viola and Delbert.

He served his country during WWII fighting in Europe, including the Battle of the Bulge. On January 11, 1948 in Parson, KS he married Mary nee Daugherty and moved to Plymouth, MI. In 1951 Dale founded Foreman Inc. with his three brothers. He was also a long time member of the National Star Route Mail Contractors serving as their national Secretary Treasurer for 13 years.

In his free time Dale was an avid Detroit Tigers fan and enjoyed traveling with his wife, family and friends. Dale is survived by his wife Mary; children Michael (Chris Herter), Randall, and Jill (George) Farris. Granddaughters Sara (Dani) Tubbs, Mary (Jonathan) Eccles and Katie Foreman and great-grandchildren Cole and Lily Tubbs and Sasha and Sadie Bennett. Memorial Gathering Sunday 1-7 p.m. at the Harry J.

Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile Rd. in Livonia. Memorial Service Monday 11 a.m. (gathering 10 a.m.) at Newburg United Methodist Church, where Dale was an active member for over 50 years, 36500 Ann Arbor Trail in Livonia. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are appreciated to Angela Hospice or St.

Jude Research Hospital. www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com GRAVELLE GERALD, Age 88, December 6, 2015 of Eastpointe. Loving husband of Joyce. Beloved father of Brian (Janet) Gravelle and Carol (Dean) Marineau. Cherished grandfather of Leah, Brad and Molly.

Visitation Thursday 1-8 p.m. at S. K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8 Mile, Eastpointe with a rosary at 6 p.m. In State Friday 9:00 a.m.

at St. Veronica Catholic Church, 21440 Universal Avenue, Eastpointe until time of Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. His love was music and writing jingles for commericals. Please share a memory of Gerald at www.schultzfuneralhome.com HERRINGTON JACK born May 22, 1928 in Hastings, Michigan.

Lived in Detroit until 1965. Resident of Farmington Hills from 1966-1999 resided in Highland 1999 until the present. Jack is survived by his sister Elaine Major, wife Rosemary, sons Steve (Helen), Tim (Stella), Tom (Julie), seven grandchildren: Ryan, Sean, Tait, Nicole, Brittany, Natalie, Jake, and his beloved dog Shane. Jack met Rosemary while working for GM. He then drove trucks for Midwest Casket until a near fatal traffic accident.

In 1964, he became partners with his brother-in-law Bud Keenan. Jack eventually bought out Bud and ran Keford Collision for 33 years with his three sons. He moved the business to Novi at current location. Jack enjoyed his family, going up north to East Jordan, MI, trapshooting, boating, and building and flying scale RC planes. His laugh was infectious and he was always smiling.

Funeral Service will be held at Lynch Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty Milford on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 11 a.m. Pastor Randy Schlak to officiate. Friends may visit Friday from 2-9 p.m. Memorial contributions encouraged to: Wounded Warriors Project.

For further information, phone 248.684.6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com HUFF SALLY ANNE Age 59. Passed away December 6, 2015. Beloved wife of David. Loving mother of Rodney, Heather (Patrick) Fsadni, and Mark. Dearest stepmother of Sara and Laura.

Cherished grandmother of Jalen, Devin, Amanda, Jason, Andrew, David, Nicholas, and Emily. Dear sister of Yevonne (Gerald), Linda (the late John), Doris (Phil), John Sandra, Jeffrey (Marie), Donald, and Skip. Survived by many nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. Visitation Thursday, 2-9 p.m. at the Warren Chapel of the E.J.

Mandziuk and Son Funeral Directors (Ryan 1 block S. of 9 Mile). Funeral Service Friday 12 p.m. In state 10 a.m. until time of service.

Please share memories at mandziukfuneralhome.com. HUSSON CONSTANCE Age 88. Wife of the late John. Beloved sister of Quentin, Timothy (Evie Dersa), Harry (the late Chris) Kelley, and the late George, Cecil and Bob Kelley. Loving aunt of many.

Memorial Visitation Saturday, December 12th from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Service at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly Rd. (between 6 and 7 Mile) in Redford. Final resting place Parkview Memorial Cemetery.

Condolences to Charlesstepfuneralhome.com JONASZ DOLORES MARY December 8, 2015 Age 86 Beloved wife of the late Paul Walter Jonasz. Loving mother of Cynthia (Steve) Dusseau, Christine (Gary) Wofford, Bruce, Brenda (Dale) Hicks, Luanne (Paul) Neville, Rosemary (Rosie) (Michael) Grable, Donna (John) Avery and Monica (Dan) Thompson. Survived by 20 cherished grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. Dear sister of the late Harry and Frances. Resting at L.

J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt (at Ann Arbor Trl Westland) Friday, p.m. Rosary at 7 p.m. Instate Saturday, 9:30 a.m.at St. Damian Catholic Church, 30055 Joy Road (W.

of Middlebelt Westland) until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Mother and Unborn Baby Care (PO Box 3250, Southfield, MI 48037) or Goodfellows (32150 Dorsey Westland, MI 48185). Share a with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com JUKKALA ARVI EDWARD 89 of Gaylord, died on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Aspen Ridge Retirement Village in the warm embrace of his wife, Jean. He was born on August 31, 1926, the son of Leonard and Anna (Siira) Jukkala in Tapiola, Michigan. Funeral Services will be on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 11 a.m.

from Peace Lutheran Church, 3703 Old 27 South, Gaylord, MI 49735. Visitation will be on Saturday, Dec. 12, at the church, from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Please visit the Nelson Funeral Home Cremation Service website for a full obituary notice.

www.nelsonsfuneralhome.com. KENNEDY MARGARET (PEGGY), December 8, 2015, Age 52 of Livonia Beloved sister of John (Eve) Kennedy, Mary (Mark) Greer, Catherine (Bruce) Ratkos, Patricia (Patrick) Coughlin and Elizabeth (Jeff) Meloche. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Rosary Saturday 10:00 a.m. at St.

Michael Catholic Church, 11441 Hubbard (at Plymouth Rd) until time of Memorial Mass at 11:00 a.m. The family has entrusted care and services to the L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, (734) 522-6200. Share a with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com KOWALSKI ROBERT R.

Age 82 of Commerce Township, formerly of Livonia, died December 8, 2015. Beloved husband of 57 years to Nancy. Loving father of Robert (Barbara) Kowalski, Karen (Gary) Nixon, Susan (Rick) Niesyto, Steven Kowalski and Vicki (Steve) Fillip. Dear grandfather of Michelle (Ryan), Amy (Matt), Michael, David, Brian, Bradley, Ashley, Steven, Rachel and Alyssa. Great grandfather of Eleanor.

Funeral Mass from St. William Catholic Church, 531 Common Street Walled Lake, Saturday 10 a.m. (In State 9:30 a.m.). Friends may visit Lynch Sons Funeral Home 340 N. Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks.

S. of Maple Rd.) Friday 3-9 p.m. (Vigil Service 7 p.m.). Memorials to the charity of choice appreciated. Condolences at www.LynchFamilyFuneralDirectors.com LASCU TRAIAN Age 92 December 8, 2015.

Beloved husband of Maria. Visitation Friday 3-8 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Saracusta at the John N. Santeiu Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Cherry Hill and Ford In state Saturday 9:30 a.m.

followed by the 10 a.m. Funeral Service at St. Romanian Orthodox Church, 18405 W. 9 Mile Southfield. santeiufuneralhome.com McCAFFERY ERIC ALLEN "RICK Age 55, passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2015.

Beloved son of Ron and Barb McCaffery. Proud brother of Kevin (Jeff Gunnoe) and Douglas. He was preceded in death by his long-time soulmate, Jan. He will be missed by his many friends and family in Wisconsin, West Virginia, and Michigan. Funeral Service Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 11 a.m.

at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Visitation on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

Visit www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com. McCULLOUGH DOROTHY MARIE, age 82, died November 27, 2015. She was a resident of Lenexa, KS and former resident of Taylor and Dearborn, MI. Beloved wife of the late William Dearest mother of Dawn (John) Prehn. Loving grandmother of Lauren and Will Prehn.

Loving sister of Jeanette Legare and Bernard Mousseau. Dear sister-in-law of Ann Mousseau and the late Philip Legare. Also survived by many nieces and nephews whom she dearly loved. She was predeceased by her brothers Richard and Lawrence Visitation Friday 5-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St.

Clair Shores. Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Margaret of Scotland, 21201 13 Mile Rd, St Clair Shores.

Interment at Acacia Park Cemetery, Beverly Hills, Michigan. www.kaulfuneralhome.com McILRATH JOHN W. 62, of Belleville, died Tuesday, December 8, 2015. The son of Marilyn and the late William McIlrath. John is survived by his children Todd (Niki) McIlrath and Alexandra McIlrath; granddaughter, Evangeline former wife and lifelong friend Penny McIlrath; sister Karen Maciver; god children, Kim Madden and Matthew Smith; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.

The McIlrath family will receive guests Friday, December 11th 2-9 p.m., at the Heeney- Sundquist Funeral Home 23720 Farmington (btw. 9-10 Mile just of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). A funeral service for John will be on Saturday, December 12th at 11 a.m., visitation starting at 10 a.m., also at the funeral home. Memorial tributes suggested to Hockey has Heart, or American Lung Association. MELVIN BERNARD "MEL" December 6, 2015.

Age 80 Beloved friend of Rita Domenick. Dear brother of Michael Melvin, Hugh (Pamela) Melvin and the late Charles (Nancy) Melvin. Dear Uncle of Kathleen (Ron) Lau, Amy (Dave) Woldring and Kenneth (Lauren) Melvin. Also survived by three great-nieces and two great-nephews. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m.

at McFarland Foss Funeral Home 5401 Schaefer, Dearborn. Visitation Friday 3-8 p.m. Interment Mt. Kelly Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans.

www.mcfarlandfoss.com METZGER ANTHONY FRANK, age 90, December 6, 2015 of Dearborn. Beloved husband of the late Patricia. Loving father of Anthony, Jr. and Jane (the late David) Pavliscak. Devoted grandfather of Paul Pavliscak.

Also survived by his sisters Geraldine (Alfred) Hyams and Eleanor (the late Robert) Yastik. Preceded in death by his siblings Agnes Marshall and Gerald Metzger. Visitation, Friday 3-9 p.m., Rosary Friday, 7 p.m. and Funeral Service Saturday, 10 a.m. at the Allen Park Chapel of The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd.

(corner of Goddard). Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to grandson 529 College Savings Plan (account name: Paul A. Pavliscak To share a memory, visit tribute at www.martenson.com MINCHELLA MICHAEL D. Age 84, December 8, 2015.

Beloved husband of the late Bernice for 54 years. Loving father of Michele (Jim) Sweeney, Jeanine (Mark) Patchak and Denise (John) Wilczynski. Treasured grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of three. Dear brother of Lenore Pryzbyla, Frank and the late Mary Hommel. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Service Friday 10 a.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic Mile), Warren. Family will receive friends Thursday 3-9 p.m.. Ahpeters.com MORIN JOHN A.

"BERT" Age 50, November 21, 2015. Beloved husband of Shelley. Loving daddy of Kaylee. Survived by sister, Debby (Kevin) Ksiazek and aunt, Donna Zambon. John was an engineer for RCO Engineering.

Memorial Service for John will be held Friday, December 11, 7 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Road, Grosse Pointe Woods. Memorial visitation will be that day from 2 to 7 p.m.

MULLAS WILLIAM August 27, 1934 November 19, 2015. Proud paratrooper of the 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team in Korea. Retired from Braun Engineering in 1991. Father of Michael; father of the late Steven; step-father of Laura Pisarki, the late Katherine Smith, Frank Smith, and Kevin Smith. Husband of the late Betty Jo Mullas.

Husband of the late Nancy Donaldson Mullas. Many grandchildren. Visitation will be December 11, 10:00 a.m. at Westminster Church of Detroit. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m.

with a following the service. NIDA JOSEPH, SR. Beloved husband of Julia. Loving father of Nancy (Ken) Little and Joseph (Lori). Dearest grandfather of Keith (Dana), Adrian (Ben), and Leryn.

Great- grandfather of Pheona and Claire. Brother of Margaret Buhala and Helen Elko. Visitation Friday 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a prayer service 7 p.m.

at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk Son Funeral Directors 3801 18 Mile (NW corner of Ryan). Funeral Service Saturday In state 9:30 a.m. with service 10 a.m. Holy Ghost Orthodox Church (Ryan Road, South of 17 Mile).

Interment White Chapel Cemetery. OLSHOVE GEORGE MAX Age 95, of Eastpointe. Died December 7, 2015 at St John- Moross Hospital in Detroit. George was born March 18, 1920 In Parisville, Michigan to the late Peter and Frances (Martin) Olshove. He married Helen Rendzio 66 years ago on February 19, 1949 in Detroit.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, children; Dennis (Fran) Olshove, Ellen (Timothy Bahorski) Olshove, Elaine (Patrick) Gumpper, grandchildren; Steven, Michael, Marc, Ryan, Joseph, Thomas, Cara, Laura, Erin, Rachel, predeceased by his parents, siblings; Lawrence, Norbert, Dorothy, Eleanor. George was a part of the 340th Army Corp of Engineers, he served in WWII from 1942-1946, he was a member of the VFW Bruce Post, of the Sheet Metal workers union and Disabled American Veterans. A Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. in state 9:30 Saturday, December 12, 2015 at St Pio of Pietrelcina Parish-St Athanasius Campus, 18720 13 Mile Roseville, MI 48066. Visitation will be Friday from 2-9 p.m.

at Bagnasco Calcaterra Funeral Home 13650 15 Mile Rd. at Schoenherr, Sterling Heights, MI 48312. Burial in Great Lakes National Cemetery. Share a memory with the family at www.bcfh.com OZIAS REGINA A. 61, of Brighton passed December 3, 2015.

She is survived by her son Ryan (Tonya) Rayman, four grandchildren, mother Jean Ozias, five sisters and brothers. Memorial service Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Keehn Funeral Home Family will receive friends from 11 until time of service. Memorials suggested to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. www.keehnfuneralhome.com PAXTON JOHN S.

Join us in celebrating the life of John S. Paxton. Husband to the late Jean Paxton and the late Dorothy Quartermus. Father to Sandy, Randy, John, Karen, and Ken. Loving grandfather and great- grandfather.

Visitation Friday December 11 from and Saturday December 12 from 9-10 a.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. with a 10 am service followed by Burial at Glen Eden. PHILLIPS DONNA KAY December 8, 2015.

Age 70. Beloved wife of Thomas G. Dearest mother of Christopher (Kelly) Barr, Lori L. Barr and Matthew (Kerry) Barr. Loving grandmother of Alexandria, Karissa and Mathieu.

Dear sister of Dennis Bowman and the late Deanna Harold. Funeral Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Chapel of L.J. Griffin Funeral Home 42600 Ford Rd. (W.

of Lilley Rd.) Family will receive visitors Friday 1-9 p.m. Share a with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com PONTO ROBERT J. December 8, 2015 Age 82 of Ypsilanti, formerly of Cadillac. Beloved husband of Shirley. Loving father of Dorene (Keith) Blain, and the late Rob.

Proud Papa of Damien, Nicholas, Nathaniel, and Noel. Dear brother of Mary, Don, Richard, Judy and Janet. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Vermeulen- Sajewski Funeral Home 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd.

(btwn Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. In state Saturday 10:30 a.m. until the 11 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Thomas Church, 555 S.

Lilley Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to Association. To share a memory, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com PRIBIK GERALDINE "GERRI" (STACHERSKI) Age 79 December 9, 2015 Beloved wife of Peter for 59 years. Dear mother of Daryl (Katarzyna) and Marni Hahn. Proud grandmother of Eric and Alex.

Sister of Patricia Janeck, Thomas (Julie) Stacherski. Visitation at the Funeral Home 41555 Grand River Novi 248-348-1800 Thursday 2-8 p.m. In state at St. Mary Church 1955 E. Commerce, Milford, Friday 10:30 a.m.

until the Funeral Liturgy at 11:00 a.m. Donations in memory of Gerri can be made to the ALS or Angela Hospice. On line sympathy message at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com PULIG WILLIAM ALBERT December 6, 2015. Age 90. Beloved husband of the late Rita (nee Smarzynski).

Loving father of Carole (James) George and William Jr. (Cassandra). Proud grandfather of four and great- grandfather of four. Dearest brother of Ann (the late Fred) Kmetz and Charles (the late Vonnie). Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m.

at Wujek-Calcaterra Sons 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Scripture Service Friday 7:00 p.m. In state Saturday 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.

time of Mass at St. Blase Church, 12151 15 Mile Rd. (between Schoenherr and Van Dyke). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to the American Heart Association appreciated.

Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com SENDEK JAMES Age 75, December 7, 2015, formerly of Allen Park. Beloved husband of Rita. Loving father of Kristine (Jim Smith) and David. Dearest baba of Katie. Dear brother-in-law of Tom (Kay) DeLuca.

Memorial gathering Saturday 2:30 5:00 p.m. with Celebration of Life 5:00 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). The family suggests donations in memory of James to the American Cancer Association.

Visit eternal tribute at www.martenson.com SINGLETON ANDERSON DR. MILDRED Beloved mother of Marteal Lamb and Anna Singleton- Graham, died at age 70, survived by her husband Arthur Anderson, Ph.D and his daughters. Dear sister of Juanita Johnson, Billie Newsom, Paralee Harris, and Mack Purifoy II. Memorial Friday 11 a.m. at Tabernacle Church 2080 W.

Grand Blvd 48208. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Black Medical Association at med.wayne.edu/BMA/Donations.html SWAIN DAVID L. December 7, 2015, age 73 of Plymouth. Beloved brother of Gerald Swain, the late Audrey Hamlin, and the late Janet Bramlett. Dear uncle of John, Sandy, Cynthia, Kimberlee, Julie, Pamela, and Brad.

David graduated from Plymouth High School in 1960, and attended Olivet College in Kankakee, Illinois. Funeral service Saturday 11 a.m. at Vermeulen- Sajewski Funeral Home 46401 Ann Arbor Road, (btwn Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park.

To share a memory, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com TURNER PAULINE M. December 8, 2015, age 95. Beloved wife of the late Bruce A. Turner. Dear mother of Paulette Chesley (Christopher).

Devoted sister of the late Peter Rozumniak. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Friday 5:00 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m.

www.howepeterson.com WAGERSON JOANNE December 8, 2015. Wife of the late Gary. Beloved mother of Tracy (Kathy), Tim (Margarita), and Kevin (Theresa). Grandmother of Jon, Brody, Henry, Kasi, Gabby, Max, Karl, and Christian. Family will receive friends Friday 3-8 p.m.

at A.J. Desmond Sons (Vasu, Rodgers Connell Chapel) 32515 Woodward Ave. (between 13 14 Mile Roads). Funeral Mass Saturday 11 a.m. at Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament, 9844 Woodward Detroit.

Visitation at church begins at 10 a.m. Memorial tributes to Beyond Basics or ALS of Michigan. View obituary and share memories at AJDesmond.com ZABORSKI TONY Age 48 December 6, 2015. Beloved son of Dolores and Casimir. Loving brother of Kenneth (Jamie), Donna (Ernie) Ross and Cass.

Proud Uncle of Jason, Alexander, Kailynn and Dante. In state at Holy Family Church 24505 Meadowbrook, Novi, Saturday December 12 from 10:30 a.m. until the funeral Liturgy at 11:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

On line sympathy message at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com 10A WWW.FREEP.COM THURSDAY, DEC.10,2015.

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