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a THURSDAY, AUG. 9, 2007 DEATH NOTICES DETROIT FREE PRESS WWW.FREEP.COM 12 Today BERRIDGE, EARNEST W. 1 p.m., St. Peter's Evangelical Luthern Church, Plymouth BLUNK, ETHEL L. 11 a.m.

at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1343 Penniman. CAIN, DORIS 7:00 p.m. at the Keehn Funeral Home in Brighton (810-229-9871) COLETTI, FILOMENA (Nee Catallo) 10 a.m. Mass, San Francesco Catholic Church CONKLIN, GRANT ROBERT 11 a.m.

service at NorthRidge Church, 49555 North Territorial. CRANE, BUD 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church in Georgia. CUSUMANO, CHARLES 10 a.m. at St.

Therese of Lisieux, 48115 Schoenherr Rd. DePETRO, VALERIE 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas "Becket Catholic Church, 555 Lilley Rd. DEPTULA, SOPHIE 10:30 a.m.

Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Brighton. FLANNERY, SHIRLEY M. 1 p.m. at HowePeterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave.

HAWLEY, SOPHIA 10:30 a.m. St. Cunegunda Church, St. Lawrence, Detroit. HAYES, MARY JANE 10 a.m.

at Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church. HOCKER, PAULETTE M. 11 a.m. at WujekCalcaterra Sons, 36900 Schoenherr Rd. HUTCHENREUTHER, JOHN 1 pm.

at Messiah Church, 3816 Toledo St. Detroit. KAISER, BERTHA 11 a.m. at Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Berkley.

KENNEDY, BLANCHE 10:30 a.m. St. Priscilla Catholic Church, 19120 Purlingbrook, Livonia. KUBACKI, JAMES L. 11 a.m.

Mass, St. Maurice Catholic Church LACCA, ANTOINETTE 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church, Redford. LAMPINEN, EDWIN 11 a.m. at First Apostolic Lutheran, 26325 Hasted Rd.

Farmington Hills. LANKFORD, SUZANNE Mass 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Plymouth LONG, RHODA 10 a.m. at Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Taylor.

LOPATIN, BESSIE Graveside service 10:30 a.m. at Adat Shalom Memorial Park. MARTINEZ, GOLDIE 11 a.m. Thayer-Rock Funeral 33603 Grand River, Farmington. McGOWAN, CONSTANCE M.

11 a.m. at St. Hugo of the Hills Stone Chapel, 2215 Opdyke. MCKENZIE, DONALD 10 a.m. at the Lewis E.

Wint Son Funeral home, Clarkston. McKNIGHT, MARY G. Mass 11 a.m. at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church.

MERCADO, JAIME GELUZ 9:00 a.m. at St. Rene Parish in Sterling Heights. MORABITO, LOUIS 10:00 a.m. at St.

Frances Cabrini Church, Allen Park. MORKETTER, RONALD 3 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack Ave. OSENTOSKI, EARL JOSEPH 10 a.m., St.

Barnabas Catholic Church, Eastpointe OWCZARZAK, LAURA J. 9:30 a.m., Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church PATTON, ROY B. 10 a.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Rd.

REED, GENEVA Services 7 p.m. at SawyerFuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd. ROSE, REV. CAROLE ARLENE 4:30 p.m.

at Detroit Unity Temple, 17505 2nd Detroit. SHARP, VICTORIA "VICKI" 11 a.m. at the Penzien Funeral Homes, East Jordan. SOLOMON, LOUIS 10 a.m. at Bay Pines National Cemetery, FL.

STOUT, VIRGINIA, 11 a.m. at Troy Cathedral of Praise, 1285 E. Wattles, Troy. TEFFT, JOEL 7 p.m. at Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 S.

Main, Plymouth. TURCANU, BEVERLY 10 a.m. at Sts. Peter Paul Church, 750 N. Beech Daly.

WARD, CASSIUS 12 noon at Hope United Methodist Church in Southfield. WILSON, JOHN N. "JACK" 11:30 a.m. at Lakeshore Church, 27801 Jefferson Ave. WOJTOWICZ, MIKE 7:30 p.m.

at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes, of 18 Mile. ZUCCHETTO, MARY EMMA 11 a.m., Charles Step Funeral Home, Redford Twp 10 Death Notices BELDING HELEN A. August 5, 2007, age 94. Beloved wife of the late John K. Dear mother of James K.

(Beverly). Sister of Irene Jabionski (Stanley) and the late Walter Sarowski, Adeline Podgajski, Edward Sarowski, Josephine Sarowski and Alice Tront. Sister-in-law of Charles Tront. Also many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will receive friends at A.

J. Desmond Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver) Thursday 2-8 p.m., with Scripture Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Veronica Church, 21551 Universal at Toepfer, Eastpointe.

Visitation at church begins Friday at 9 a.m. Memorial Tributes Bon Secours Nursing Care Center Auxiliary. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com BELLAR HARRIET JANE Harriet was called to be with her Lord on Tuesday, August 7, 2007 with her family at her side. Born May 17, 1917, the daughter of Christian and Anna Fletcher. On October 27, 1937 she married Monroe Lawson Bellar, who preceded her in death in 2006.

Survived by two sons, Monroe (Sandra) of Shreveport, LA, John (Alice) of Brights Grove, ON, Canada; daughter, Janice Welch of Birch Run, MI; seven grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Harriet was a stenographer and worked as a secretary for the Warren Police retiring in 1978. Her passion was China Painting (porcelain). Viewing will be Friday, August 10 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Frankfort Chapel of Funeral Horne.

Funeral service will be Saturday, 11 a.m. at Herring Lake Baptist Church, 4433 Scenic Hwy, Frankfort, MI. BISCUP EVELYN M. August 7, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Erin E.

Dear mother of Nancy (Robert) Samuelson and Dianne (Frank) Wilson. Grandmother of Scott (Tricia), William (Erin), Matthew (Tanya), Emily and Timothy. Geat grandmother of Olivia, Tiara and Tyler. Sister of Joseph Harde and Elizabeth Grzesik. Resting at the L.J.

Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail) Thursday 2-9 p.m. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Dunstan Catholic Church, 1646 Belton (South of Ford Rd.

and West of Inkster Rd.) until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com. BLASCHKE BRENDA A. (nee KALEM) Age 49, August 5, 2007. Loving mother of Jessica (Joe Knickerbocker) and Paul.

Dear daughter of Geraldine Kalem and Stanley Kalem. Beloved sister of Brent, Brian, Bruce (Rita), Brady (Julie), Brett (Lisa) and Bridget (Bob) Chechak. Will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation Saturday 3- 9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m.

at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Livonia. Rosary 7 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Service Monday, 10:30 a.m.

at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 27201 W. Chicago, Redford, with viewing at 10 a.m. Interment at Holy Sepulchre. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice in Brenda's memory.

10 Death Notices BOHL JOHN M. JR. August 8, 2007, age 70. Beloved husband of the late Mary Jane. Dear father of John Ill (Susan), Richard (Kari) and Cheri Bohl.

Grandfather of Jessica, John IV. and Nathan. Brother of James (Rosalie), Jerome (Judith), Janey (Jeff) Richards and the late Judith (Harlan) Lane. Visitation Friday p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd.

(N. of 15 Mile). In state Saturday 9:00 a.m. until time of Mass 10:00 a.m. at St.

Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, St. Clair Shores. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com BROWN JOAN ANN Age 67, formerly of Washington DC, retired from the Department of Defense, moved to Richmond, VA, died August 4, 2007 in Detroit. Survived by mother Martha B.

Goodman of Richmond, VA, daughter Deborah Brown of Detroit, brother Dennis Goodman of Richmond, VA, grandson Adonis Jackson of Detroit, cousins Ann Walker and Kirk Saunders of Richmond, VA, and other relative and friends. Memorial Services to be held in VA. COLLARD SALLIE August 7, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Calvin. Loving mother of Heidi (Rick) Rocheleau and the late Kelly.

Dear grandmother of Jay Rocheleau. Sister of Jackie (Hank) Fockaert, Bill (the late Diane) Smith, and the late Bette (Sam) MiGliaccio. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at Chas.

Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr (S. of 12 Mile), Warren. Funeral Saturday 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. COLLINS DOROTHY ETTA (HOLLOBAUGH) Age 68, a resident of Ecorse, died August 7, 2007.

Beloved wife of James A. Loving and respected mother of Lynn Ann Swart, Monica Jean Swart, Michael John Swart, Eric Matthew Swart, Christopher G. (Jennifer) Swart, Erin Beth (Matthew) Jerles, and Kelly (Etta) Gene Cheney. Dear sister of Ronald (Shirley) Hollobaugh, Jack (Dora) Hollobaugh, Frank D. Hollobaugh, Richard (Jane) Hollobaugh, Mary Kay (Haskell) Stanton, Rita (David) Mogg, and Patricia Sue (Richard) Balamucki.

Dearest grandmother of Lauryn and Eric Swart; Christopher and Colin Swart; Mitchell and Matison Jerles; and Toni and Christian Cheney. Also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday in state 10:15 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at St.

Joseph Catholic Church, 353 Elm, Wyandotte. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48207, would be appreciated. Arrangements by R.J. Nixon Funeral Home 734-284-1600.

COTE JUDY August 5, 2007, age 71. Beloved wife of Leroy Cote of 51 years. Loving mother of Richard Cote. Daughter of the late Neilo and Sylvia Wimpari. Dear sister of two brothers, three sisters, eight brothers in law, six sisters in law, and many nieces and nephews.

Cherished and faithful friend to many. She will be forever loved and missed by all. A celebration of Judy's life will be held Sunday August 12, 2:00 pm at Corsi's Banquet Center, 27910 Seven Mile Road in Livonia, MI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Judy's name will be appreciated to Cranbrook Hospice, 281 Enterprise Court, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. CUDNIK MARGARET MARY Age 63, August 7, 2007.

Beloved daughter of the late Florence and Casimir. Loving sister of Casimir Joann and the late Stanley, Edwin, Edmund and Rozallie. Aunt of Dawn, Melisa and Michael. Great-aunt of Jessica and Justin. Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W.

Warren Ave. at Artesian, Thursday 2-9 pm, Friday Noon 9 pm. Parish Rosary Friday 7 pm. Funeral Saturday, in state 9 am St. Hedwig Church, Mass of the Resurrection to follow at 9:30 am.

Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. DIBARTOLOMEO RONALD L. July 14, 2007 in Flori da. Age 75.

Loving father of Ronaid A. (Lori), Richard (Susan) and Michael (Christine). Proud grandfather of Adam, Sara, Alexander, Jaclyn, Ryan and Matthew. Brother of William. Dearest companion of Madelyn Wright.

Memorial visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco Calcaterra Funeral Home, Saturday August 11, 2007 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 12 noon. Msg. Zenz officiating. Contributions to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Sarasota, FL 34238.

DONALDSON MELVIN STANLEY August 7, 2007, age 86. Beloved husband of Betty; father of Patricia and Jacqueline; grandfather of Kelly, John, Joseph, Jennifer, Steve, Gloria, and Barbara; great-grandfather of Clay, Matt, Carolann, and Lisa; great-greatgrandfather of Owen, Ethan, Alyssa and Katherine Grace. Memorial service 9:30 a.m. Saturday, August 11, 2007, at Ward Presbyterian Church, 40000 Six Mile, Northville. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The Salvation Army.

Internment at Great Lakes National Cemetary to be held at a later date. DURBIN BRENDA E. Age 85, of Southfield, entered into rest Tuesday morning, August 7th, 2007 at Providence Hospital in Southfield. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Durbin; loving mother of Carol (Andrew) Johnson, Robert (Bonnie) Durbin, Diana (Mark) Fencil, Sharon (Michael) Amsinger, and Beverly (Craig) Frost; cherished grandmother of 17 grandchildren and 25 greatgrandchildren. Also survived by brothers Sydney, Kenneth, and Harold Hughes.

Visitation will be Friday 2 to 8 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 6:30 p.m. at Haley Funeral Directors in Southfield. (24525 Northwestern Hwy. east of Evergreen on southbound service drive).

Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. with in state 9:30 a.m. at Church of the Transfiguration in Southfield (formerly St. Michael Catholic Church 25225 Code Road between Lahser and Telegraph north off 10 Mile). Burial at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield.

In lieu of flowers memorials to St. Jude Children's Hospital will be appreciated. On-line obituary, memorials and condolences at www.haleyfuneraldirectors.com 10 Death Notices 10 Death Notices DWORKIN GRACE Beloved wife of the late Joseph Dear mother of Kenneth (Dworkin and Prof. Dennis (Amelia) Dworkin. Dearest brother of Ruth (Seymour) Pesselnick.

Loving grandmother of Samuel. Many loving family members and friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES FRIDAY 10:30 A.M. AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY, FERNDALE. ARRANGE MENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000, or visit FORBES MARIE E.

Age 85, August 8, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Loving mother of Sharon (Don) Olszewski, Kenneth (Barbara), Greg, and Donna. Proud grandmother of Dayle, Michael, Kenneth, and Steven. Great-grandmother of Emma.

Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Saturday 10:30 a.m. at WujekCalcaterra Sons, 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile).

Donations are welcome to the American Diabetes Association or Karmanos Cancer Foundation. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at FRANCHI grandson. Dear sister of Mary Kirkwood, Lilly Donnelly and the late Rita Mannix.

Funeral Mass Saturday, August 11, 10 a.m. (in state 9:30 a.m.) at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 23615 Power Farmington. Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the HeeneySundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd.

(btwn. 9-10 Mile just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248- 474-5200). Those who wish to further honor Elda's memory may do so by making contributions to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh Livonia, MI 48154. ELDA R.

86, of Farmington, August 8, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Carmine. Loving mother of Thomas (Barbara), Ronald (Margaret), Daniel (Tara), Jane Conley (Anthony) and Michael (Delene). Cherished grandmother of 12 grandchildren and one great- DORIS Age 78, August 7, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence.

Loving mother of Bruce (Pam), Gary, and Dale (Edna). Dear grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 18. Sister of Lyman (Ruth) Lassiter, and Marlene (Jim) Schumer. Visitation Friday p.m. at Chas.

Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr (S. of 12 Mile), Warren. Funeral Saturday 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. GENAW GARMAN MELVIN G.

Age 92, of Wyandotte, August 8, 2007. Dear father of Mary J. Killian, Robert J. (Tina), Edward Jon and Joseph B. (Patty) Genaw.

12 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren. Brother of Margaret Peterson and Delma Brisbois. Preceded in passing by his wife Margaret and sons Russell and James Genaw. Friends may call at Crane Funeral Home, 36885 Goddard Rd. Romulus (734) 941-9200 on Thursday 1:00 9:00 p.m.

Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Prayers Friday 10:15 a.m. to St. Aloysius Catholic Church Mass 11:00 a.m. Memorials to family for later designation appreciated.

Visit www.cranefuneralhome.net GORRIEN MARY JANE (DEE) Age 86, passed away Monday August 6, 2007 at St. John Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Daughter to the late Harry Basil and Marie (Todd) Gorrien. Sibling to the late Harry Patrick, John Todd and Daniel James Gorrien. She graduated from the University of Detroit, and worked at St.

John Hospital in Detroit and the Red Cross as a lab technician. She enjoyed golf and bowling in her retirement years. She is survived by nine nieces and nephews and many "great" nieces and nephews. She is loved by all and will be greatly missed. A Memorial Mass will be held August 11, 2007 at 10:00 a.m.

at St Peter Church, 19851 Anita St. Harper Woods, MI 48225. Donations can be made to St. Jude or Hospice of Michigan. GRAFF RICHARD J.

Age 76, August 7, 2007. Beloved husband of Aileen. Loving father of Mark (Cathlin), Karen (Michael) Lizza, Diane (Thomas) McCarthy, David (Cidney), Dr. John, and Julie (David) Breen. Dear grandfather of 14.

Richard was proud of his service in the U.S. Army, his time in the Army Dance Band, and being first chair trumpet in the Cass Tech Orchestra. He was a 30 year employee of the Chrysler Corporation and enjoyed boating in his free time. Memorial Mass Saturday, August 11, 10:00 a.m. at St.

Clare of Montefalco Catholic Church, 1401 Whittier (at Mack), Grosse Pointe Park. Memorial contributions can be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, the IHM Retirement Fund, or to Special Kids, Inc. Light a Candle and Share a Memory at www.Verheyden.org HUTCHENREUTHER JOHN W. Beloved husband of Janet. Dear father of Alan (Lenore), David (Keiko), and Craig (Shirley Huchcroft).

Also survived by six grandchildren; Karen, Laurie, Eric, John, James and Yumiko. Memorial Service 1 p.m. today, August 9, 2007 at Messiah Church, 3816 Toledo Detroit. LASECKI LASECKI LEO August 7, 2007. Age 82.

Beloved husband of Donna L. and the late Florence. Dear father of Beverly Lasecki, Troy Lasecki, Kim (Jeff) Atwood, Jeff Baker, Jason (Anne) Lasecki, Kristen Lasecki and the late Denis Lasecki. Loving grandfather of Ryane, Emma, Zachary and Trevor. Visitation Thursday 4-9 p.m.

and Friday 1-9 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Saturday 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11 a.m. at Hope United Church of Christ of Fraser, 32500 Utica Road (south of 14 Mile) Fraser.

Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Hope United Church of Christ of Fraser New Building Fund or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at LEONARD DONALD M. Suddenly August 5, 2007 in New York, NY, age 63 of Bloomfield Hills.

Founder and CEO of Leonard Company Investment Brokers, Troy. Beloved husband of Wendy (nee Ostrand). Dear son of Kathryn G. and the late Judge Donald S. Leonard, Brother of Edwin R.

Leonard and Barbara Leonard Miller (Thomas). Uncle of Andrew Miller and Timothy Miller. Also survived by his stepson, Cameron Schrader (Jenifer) and their children, Ellie Emmett. Family will receive friends Friday 2-8 p.m. at A.J.

Desmond Sons (Vasu, Rodgers and Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn. 13-14 Mile). No visitation Saturday. Memorial Service Sunday 3 p.m. at Detroit Golf Club, 17911 Hamilton, Detroit, In lieu of flowers family suggests memorials to the Junior Group of Goodwill Industries, 3111 Grand River Detroit, MI 48208.

View obituary and share memories at www. www.DesmondFuneralHome.com E'RE HERE TO HELP YOU Visit www.detroitnewspapers.com/deathnotices/ HONOR A LIFE. guest Record book your and special get information memories in on our funeral online related services. A service of: www.freep.com LINK DAWN ISABEL Age 60. Died August 7, 2007 in the comfort of her Northville home.

Survived by her husband Roy H. Link. Caring mother of Carrie, Matthew, and Adam Link. Daughter of the late George and Isabel Airey of Ann Arbor. Sister of Aleyn Airey Neely and the late George V.

Airey, who died in 1968 while serving his country in Vietnam. A 1969 alum of Michigan State University, with a degree in Social Work and a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. Married her husband, Roy, in 1969. A role model to us all, in every aspect of her life. A true hero and inspiration to her family and friends, she found a way to touch the heart of every person she came in touch with.

When she committed to something, she did it with every ounce of her love and compassion, and there was nothing she was more committed to than her family and friends. Funeral service Saturday 10:30 a.m. at the NorthropSassaman Funeral Home, 19091 Northville at the intersection of 7 Mile Rd. and Northville Rd. Visitation Friday p.m.

at the Northrop-Sassaman Funeral Home, and again Saturday 10:30 am. Reception Saturday following the service, held at The Inn at St. John's in Plymouth, at the intersection of 5 Mile Rd. and Sheldon Rd. Family requests that in lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a donation in memory of Dawn to the American Cancer Society toward the fight for Colorectal Cancer.

LOPATIN BESSIE Beloved wife of the late Hyman B. Dear mother of the late Franci (Jason Feld) Lopatin. Proud don Lopatin. Devoted grandmother of great grandmother of Hannah, Ben and Shlomo Feld. Cherished sister of the late Lillian Lichtenstein, the late Edith Weiner, the late Max Resnick, the late Doris Sherin and the late Abe Resnick.

GRAVESIDE SERVICES 10:30 AM. THURSDAY MORNING AT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL. 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com LOWRY MABEL DARYL WHITE Age 92, of Detroit passed away Monday, August 6, 2007.

Beloved mother of Corliss Williams (Phillip, Sr). Loving grandmother of Phillip, Brian and Corliss Elizabeth. Four great grandchildren Brandon, Phillip III, Samantha and Ava. Also survived by siblings Robert Windrow, Telytha Mullen, D'Jenaba Sosuh and a host of nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends. Visitation on Friday, August 10th from 3-8 p.m.

Family hour and funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 11th beginning at 9:30 a.m. all services will be held at O. H. Pye, Ill Funeral Home located at 17600 Plymouth Rd. in Detroit.

Share a memory at www.pyefuneralhome.com. MALTAGLIATI MODESTA "FAY" August 6, 2007. Age 86. Beloved wife of the late Danny. Loving sister of Thelma Baltzell and sister-in-law of Josephine Maltagliati.

Dear aunt of Robert (Jennie) Maltagliati and great -aunt of Robert 11, Toni, Joseph and Paulette Maltagliati. Visitation at Bagnasco Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Friday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 11:30 a.m.

Interment private. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com MARKIEWICZ EVELYN R. Age 79, August 7, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Daniel and Michael.

Visitation at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Friday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, in state 10:30 a.m. at St. Christopher.

Mass of the Resurrection at 11 a.m. Scripture Service Friday 7 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, family suggest donations to the Humane Society or the Alzheimer's Association. MERCADO JAIME GELUZ Jr.

Age 54 of Sterling Heights. Son of the late Jaime and Zenaida. Left us to be with the Lord July 30, 2007. He is survived by his beloved wife, Carmelita; children Jennifer, Brian, Katrina and Kristine and grandchildren Kailey, Ethan and Brayden-Anthony. Loving brother of Rose, Lilian, Erna, Evelyn, Philip, Agnes and the late Jan and LaVerne.

Visitation will be held at E. J. Mandziuk Sons in Sterling Heights on Tuesday from 4-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 1-9 p.m. Funeral Services will be at St.

Rene Parish in Sterling Heights on Thursday, August 9, 2007 at 9 a.m. His final resting place will be at White Chapel Cemetery with his late brother LaVerne Geluz Mercado. NICHOLSON Kimball High School where she met her husband of 36 years, Dennis Nicholson. Sandy worked a variety of jobs in short lifetime, but not one was as important to her as being a mother. Sandy dedicated her life to her two children; Matthew and Colleen (Simon) Maciejewski.

Sandy was a talented painter and cook, but what she will most be remembered for is her generous heart and contagious laugh. She loved to laugh. Whether it was watching old I Love Lucy reruns or enjoying her two granddaughters Katie and Lauren. in Sandy's life, she touched many. She believed that laughter was the best medicine, and it was important to let things roll off your back.

Sandy did not want a funeral, she wanted to be remembered for who she was, not what she had become. So instead of sending flowers, honor Sandy today as she would have wanted it, with a laugh. A private viewing for immediate family will be held at Bagnasco Calcaterra Funeral Home. Sandy, 56 died August 6th and is survived by her mother Nora Santogrossi, husband Dennis, children Matthew and Colleen (Simon), and beloved granddaughters Katie and Lauren. NICHOLSON SANDRA L.

Sterling Heights. A mother's love and laughter drew family together. Some of the happiest moments in Sandy Nicholson's life included her family. Sandy, the daughter of Caesar and Nora Santogrossi was raised in Royal Oak, Mi and graduated from 10 Death Notices OTTO JACK B. Died August 5, 2007, age 65.

Dear father of Jack and Robert, son of Zelphia Otto, grandfather of Wesley, brother of Sherri, Sandi, and Mark. Visitation Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt (S. of 6 Mile) Friday from 12 noon until time of Service, 3 p.m. Share a memory at www.mannsfuneralhome.com PATRICO GASPER SR. August 7, 2007.

Age 68. Proud Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Darlene (nee Carnahan). Dearest father of Salvatore (Cheryl) Patrico, Angela (David) Mangiapane, Gasper, Jr. (Angela) Patrico and Lorna (Todd) Luke.

Loving grandfather of David, Michael, Gina, Antonio and Salvatore. Dear brother of Connie (the late Serafino) Amalio, Virginia (Paul) LoChirco, Rose Josephine late (Salvatore) LaTorre, the the (the Joseph) Costanza, late John (Julie) Patrico and the late Leo (Jean) Patrico. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra Sons, 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile).

Rosary Friday 7 p.m. In state Saturday 11:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. time of Mass at St. Malachy Church, 14114 14 Mile Road (between Schoenherr and Hayes).

Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com PIERCE LIBBY Beloved wife of the late Milton J. Pierce. Dear mother of Dr. Gary (Beverly) Pierce and Sharon (Dr.

Charles) Taylor. Loving grandmother of Alan (Linda) Taylor, Stefanie (Frank) Glassner, Dr. Robert (Dr. Shari) Pierce, Angie (Adam) Kutinsky, Great grandmother of Melanie and Joshua Taylor, Joey and Pierce Glassner, Emily and Samantha Pierce, and Jonah Kutinsky. Sister of Ethel (Seymour) Shapiro, the late Dr.

Henry (the late Sadie) Small, and the late Shirley Marlowe. Sister-in-law of Bernice (the late Daniel) Pinsky, and the late Tillie (the late Joseph) Greenberg. SERVICES 1 P.M. FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020 INTERMENT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com.

PROVENZA GERALDINE J. August 7, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Dear mother of Guy (Ellen) and Gino. Grandmother of Paul and Matthew.

Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. from the chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor The family will receive visitors Friday 2-5 and 6-9 p.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com REED GENEVA N.

Age 83, August 8, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Martin W. Reed. Dearest mother of Philip R. Reed.

Dear grandmother of Devin, Brianna, and Sean. Services from the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd. (12 blocks W. of Wooward) Thursday at 7 p.m.

Visitation from 3-7 p.m. Burial Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley, MI. Share your memories at ROGINSKI GENEVIEVE B. 92, of Charlevoix, formerly of Farmington Hills, August 8, 2007. Mass 11:30 a.m., Saturday, August 11, St.

Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, Redford, in state 10:30 a.m. Burial St. Hedwig Cemetery. Sadly missed by her children, Dolores (Gordon) Tramper, Sandra (Nick) Panetta; grandchildren, Nancy, William, and Elizabeth Joure, Toni, Keith, and Jennifer Panetta; sister, Elizabeth Matuszak. Preceded in death by husband John, siblings Edward and Joseph Piwowar, Mary Laskowski, Eleanor Depowski.

Contributions to American Heart Association. Winchester Funeral Home, 231 547-2881. ROSE REVEREND CAROLE ARLENE Made her transition on August 3, 2007 in peace and in the comfort of her home surrounded by loving family as a result of complications from cancer. A memorial service will be held Thursday August 9, 2007 at Detroit Unity Temple, 17505 Second Detroit MI, 48203 at 4:30 p.m. She is survived by her three children Nicole, Karla (William Middlebrooks), James, Jr.

(Bonnie L. Brooks), six grandchildren, and a host of many other relatives and close friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to either Detroit Unity Temple-Sunday School Program or the McColl Elementary School of the Detroit Public Schools. The final arrangements are entrusted to Swanson Funeral Home, (313) 272-9000. SERRA ANN M.

"PEPI" (nee Gusumano) August 7, 2007, age 85. Beloved wife of the late Salvatore Loving mother of Sandra Prestigiacomo, Joseph (Anna), Mary Ann (Gaspare) LoDuca, John (Linda) and Anita (Joseph) Bulszewicz Proud grandmother of 15 and 12 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Mary La Marca and the late Rose, John (Nancy), and Paul (Katherine) Gusumano. Visitation at Bagnasco Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Rd.

(at Schoenherr) Thursday 3-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. Saturday in state 9 a.m. until time of Mass 9:30 a.m.

St. Michael Parish, 40501 Hayes (N. of 17 Mile) Sterling Heights. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to be shared at www.bcfh.com.

SMITH PHILIP Age 59, passed away on August 3, 2007 in Idaho Fails, Idaho. Phil was born September 5, 1947 in Garden City, MI. He retired from Ford Motor Co. in 1996 after 30 years of service, and was living life as a cowboy in Dubois, Wyoming. He was an avid reader of native american culture and loved western films.

He enjoyed horseback riding, four-wheeling, boating and major league baseball. Loving husband of Christine for 19 years. Phil is survived by his mother Beryl, brother Ken, daughters Heather, Sherry and Jillian, grandchildren Shelbey, Madison, Avery, Alexis, Gabriel and Aiden. Memorial service was held on August 6, 2007 at the Shoshone National Forest in Dubois, WY. Please view obituary and share memories at www.thedavisfuneralhome.com Ve're here for you during your time of need.

It's difficult to think about anything but your loss when loved one dies. Yet you want to honor his or her life in a special way. Our online death notices service offers permanent notices, as well as a guest book that allows friends to offer condolences and share memories. For assistance, contact a Classified Advertising representative at 586-977-7500. Or visit us online at www.detroitnewspapers.com/deathnotices.

10 Death Notices STACHO MIKE A. August 6, 2007, age 84. Loving husband of 58 years to Hilda. Dearest father of Michael, Barbara, Richard, John (Denise), and Gary (Roseanne). Grandfather of six.

Great grandfather of five. Also survived by a brother, Dave (Elaine); a sister-in-law, Helen, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers, the late Pete and Daniel. Family will receive friends at A. J.

Desmond Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver) Thursday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Rene Goupil Church, 35955 Ryan Rd, Sterling Hts Friday 9:30 a.m. Visitation at church begins at 9 a.m. Entombment Christian Memorial Cultural Center View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com STEPKOWICZ EDWARD D.O.

Age 78, August 3, 2007. Beloved son of the late Andrew and Sophie. Dearest brother of Halina S. Ujda and Irene Zelazny, Dear brother-in-law of the late Norbert Zelazny. Also survived by five nieces and four nephews.

Visitation Friday 1-9 p.m. at the Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Ave. at Artesian (W. of Southfield).

Rosary Friday 7 p.m. In state Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Barbara Church until Mass of Resurrection 10:30 a.m. Entombment St.

Hedwig Mausoleum. Family suggests donations to Friends of Polish Art or Angela Hospice. SUVOY PEGGY 81 of West Deer August 8, 2007. Wife of the late Frank Mother of Frank "Buck" (Liz), Mi; Paul (Robin), NJ; Robert (Patty), MI and Patricia (John) Yankovich, PA. Grandmother of seven.

Sister of Catherine Ustick, MI, Betty (Paul) Lockitski, Ohio and Florence Yaconis, MI. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Siwicki-Yanicko Funeral Home, 23 McKrell Russellton. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. St.

Victor Roman Catholic Church. Private burial in Transfiguration Cemetery, Russellton. WELLS ANGELINE C. August 8, 2007. Dear mother of Delores (Melvin) Rzeppa, Annette (the late Roman) Lemanski, Gloria (Leonard) Paddock, Raymond Pavlov and Douglas (Karen) Wells.

Survived by 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Frank (Doris) Cass, Beverly (Frank) Cass, Cathy (Nick) Oddo, Rosemary (Leon) Koos and the late Mary Jane Reed, Sylvia, Genevieve and Julia. Predeceased by husbands Michael Pavlov and Raymond Wells. In state 9:30 a.m. Saturday until Liturgy at 10 a.m.

at St. Mary Queen of Creation Church, 50931 Maria, New Baltimore. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Friday at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile New Baltimore. Rosary at 7 p.m.

Memorials to Xavier Mission or the Capuchins. WINTER JACQUELIN B. (NEE BUCKLEY) November 5, 1916- August 2, 2007. Age 90 of Grosse Pointe, Michigan. Memorial Service at Chas.

Verheyden Funeral Home on Saturday, August 11, 2007 at 10 a.m. WORRALL JULIE A. Age 60. August 8, 2007. Beloved wife of Jack for 39 years.

Loving mother of Joseph Scott R. and Melanie L. Worrall. Cherished grandmother of Jordian, Mya, Olivia and Mason. Dear sister of Richard (Rose) Brown, Lawrence (Jenny) Brown and the late Karen Peters.

Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. at THAYER-ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 33603 Grand River downtown Farmington, (1 bik. W. of Farmington Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Karmanos Cancer Institute.

www.thayer-rock.com YELICK STEPHEN M. (a.k.a. Age 75, on August 8, 2007. Loving husband of Mitzi for 52 years. Beloved father of Stephen, Jr.

(Leslie). Dear grandfather of Lenore and Beatrice. Dear brother of Margaret, Roseanne, Peter and the late Joe. Proud owner and founder of Beaver Supply (for 45 years). Memorial visitation at the Arthur J.

VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper Ave. (btwn. 12 and 13 Mile Rds.) St. Clair Shores on Friday, August 10th, 10 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to American Heart Transplant Foundation. 20 In Memoriam In Loving Memory of Frank R. Aloisio Jr. Joe Sharon Bocchini Family. IN LOVING MEMORY OF Henry P.

Matley June 24, 1915 August 9, 1997 Dad it has been 10 years. We think of you often. Your steady hand and generosity in guiding our family will always be remem bered. We have you in our thoughts and prayers. Love The Matley family In Loving memory of Janet Kurowski Mar 3, 1951 Aug.

9, 2006 We miss you! Camille Farly In Loving Memory of JOHN A. LATESSA May 8, 1943 Aug. 9, 1997 (10 Years Have Passed) May the Good Lord Bless Keep you until we meet again. Love your family friends, Always and forever XOXO.

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