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Richard Schmittling

Richard Schmittling

Mar 28, 2015

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Ann "Cartolano" Hadzima

Ann "Cartolano" Hadzima

Mar 27, 2015

Ann Hadzima passed away March 27, 2015 at the age of 83. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert. Ann is survived by her children Joseph (Paula), Phyllis (Andy) Chudzinski, Patricia (Brendan) Wrynn, Glenn (Ramona), and Christl (Kenny) Andersen, and 11 grandchildren. She is the sister of Joseph Cartolano. Visitation for Ann will be held on Tuesday, March...

Albert Piangerelli

Albert Piangerelli

Mar 19, 2015

Albert passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at the age of 94. A long time resident of Livonia and member of St. Genevieve/St. Maurice Catholic Church. Albert’s beloved wife Dorothia preceded him in death in 2005. Dear father of Gregory, Alexandra Cleveland and Marca (Reginald) Pettibone. Loving grandfather of Autumn, Adlai, Cody and Coral. Albert will be In State...

Laurette C. Marquis

Laurette C. Marquis

Mar 15, 2015

Laurette Clementine Marquis passed into eternal rest on the morning of March 15, 2015. She was 96 years of age. She is the beloved wife of the late J. Raymond.  Laurette is the dear Mother of Fr. Joseph (Mary), Richard (Linda), and Raymond E. (Nancy).  She is also the grandmother of 3, and survived by her loving siblings: Adreath "Dee" Olson,...

Vincenzo Nicolini

Vincenzo Nicolini

Mar 14, 2015

VINCENZO was 85 years of age at the time of his death, in Grand Rapids, MI He is the beloved husband of Amedea, and dear father of Mary Ann (John) Capodilupo. Vincenzo has been the loving grandfather of John and Daniel. He is the brother of Salvatore (Giuliana) and the late Maria, Aurelia, and Marino; and also survived by many...

Alice Richey

Alice Richey

Mar 6, 2015

ALICE was 71 years  of age at the time of her death, in Farmington Hills. She is the d ear mother of Louis (Kimberly) Oleszkiewicz and James Oleszkiewicz. Alice loved being the grandmother of Alex and Autumn. She was preceded in death by her loving sister, the late Florence “Ginger.” The family will receive friends on Monday, March 9th from 2 p.m....

James H. Kilroy

James H. Kilroy

Mar 2, 2015

JAMES KILROY  was 90 years of age at the time of his death, in Livonia. He is the beloved husband of Patricia; and d ear father of Kurt (Marti), Keith, and Karen (Ron) Heiser. James enjoyed the rich rewards of being a loving grandfather of Sarah, Samantha (Steve), Dillon, Darren, Dana, Erich and Lauren. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March...

John Roland Pedit

John Roland Pedit

Feb 21, 2015

John Pedit passed away on February 21, 2015 at the age of 86.  He is the beloved husband of the late Ethelyn "Bo-Peep", and dear father of Bern, Cecelia (Michael) Dove, John (April), Kathy (Hal), Tricia Pedit, Jerry (Marilyn), Joe, and Donna (Aimee) Stephens.  He is the adored grandfather of 10. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 25th...

Edmund James Angner

Edmund James Angner

Feb 17, 2015

Edmund was 76 years of age at the time of his death, in Livonia. He is survived by his beloved wife, Estelle ("Stasia"), and loving children: Matthew, and Samuel (Erin). Ed retired from a career as an Electronic Technician in the automotive industry. It was meticulous and creative work and because Ed loved problem solving, it was "fun," too. Being...

Ross Arthur Schmidt

Ross Arthur Schmidt

Feb 13, 2015

Ross is the beloved husband of Chris, who shared a wonderful life in their home and community in Germany. Services in their hometown took place on February 24th, and then Chris accompanied her husband's body to Michigan. Ross is also survived by his brother Scott (Debbie) and a loving extended family. Ross was preceded in death by his cherished parents Emil and...

Jesse Joseph Stilson

Jesse Joseph Stilson

Jan 23, 2015

Jesse has been an amazing, loving father to Briana and Gracie. Being a "dad" lit him up with joy and youthful enthusiasm.   He is the dear son of Rob and Pattie Stilson, and also survived by his loving Grandma,  Virginia Thomas, of Brighton. Jesse is the much loved brother of Jami and Zack. He will be greatly missed.   He...

Opal Begley

Opal Begley

Jan 17, 2015

Opal was 82 years of age at the time of her death, in Farmington Hills. She is the beloved wife of the late John. Opal cherished her loving children:  Brenda (Clifton), Norberg, Deborah (John) Kolenc, Patty (Jeffrey Smith) Begley-Smith, and Robert Begley.   She is the adored grandmother of 5 and great grandmother of 7.  Opal is survived by siblings:  Wanda Faye...

Michael Patrick Handel

Michael Patrick Handel

Jan 16, 2015

MICHAEL was 57 years of age at the time of his death, in Farmington Hills, MI.  He is the beloved husband of Merri, who brought so much love and laughter into his world. Michael was a skilled automotive transmission mechanic and enjoyed providing well for his family. He is survived by loving children: Zachary and Lacey, and was preceded in death...

Gerald Edward Reetz

Gerald Edward Reetz

Jan 8, 2015

Jerry was 76 years of age at the time of his death. He is the beloved husband of the late Helen. Jerry is the loving father of Debbie (David) Klump, Dawn (Brett) Price, and Diane (Cris) Castiglione; and the adored grandfather of 8 and great grandfather of 7. Because Jerry and Helen both hailed from West Branch and still have cherished family...

Helen E. Ryzinski

Helen E. Ryzinski

Jan 2, 2015

Helen  was 89 years of age at her passing. She is the beloved wife of the late Stanley. She will be dearly missed by her loving children:  Caroll Ryzinski, Stanley Ryzinski, Gay Corey and Jeff Ryan. She is the adored grandmother of Nicholas, Scott and Rachel. Helen is survived by one brother, Robert.  She was preceded in death by 2 sisters and 8...

Lillian Emma Mcart

Lillian Emma Mcart

Jan 1, 2015

Passed away peacefully on January 1, 2015 at the age of 93. Lillian was the beloved wife of the late Benjamin for over 60 years. Dear mother of Linda (Bill) Gillmore, Donald, Barbara (Jon) Lewis and Christine VanCleave. Loving grandmother of Ryan, Keri, Benjamin, Christopher, Matthew, John, Daniel and great grandmother of Elizabeth, Grace, Connor, Liam and Emma. Sister of...

Jack Parsons

Jack Parsons

Dec 25, 2014

JACK PARSONS was 90 years of age at the time of his death on Christmas, December 25, 2014. He is the beloved husband of Marian, and the late Joan (1990); and dear father of Judy P. Brady, and Jeffrey W. Parsons. He is the adored grandfather of Megan, Lauren, Allison, William (Nash) and Sarah Cate. Jack is survived by a...

Terrill Arthur Lenover

Terrill Arthur Lenover

Dec 24, 2014

Terrill was 65 years of age at the time of his death, in Livonia. Terry left this earth to join his parents, Morville and Mary.  He is the cherished brother of Mac (Susan) and Hartley (Nancy) and uncle of Nikolas. Terry worked forty-four years as real estate inspector for Heritage Properties. His ashes will be laid to rest in a Committal...

Harry Kert

Harry Kert

Dec 23, 2014

HARRY KERT died  on December 23, 2014, at the age of 81. He is the beloved husband of Corrine. And the dear father of Caroline Kert of Boulder CO, Kevin (Donna) Kert of Hartland, MI, and Brian (Rebecca) Kert of Livonia, MI Also survived by grandchildren: Dylan, Donna Lee, Owain, Mackenzie, Reagan. Harry is the brother of Friedell Wolson and Glorine...

Karen Pauline Gerhard

Karen Pauline Gerhard

Dec 22, 2014

Karen was a loving wife, Mother,Grandmother,Sister,Daughter,Niece,Cousin and friend to those that she's left behind.  As a family we will always remember Karen as a person that spoke her mind, preferred warm weather to cold and truly enjoyed time with her loved ones. She was a wife to Bill, mother to Billy and Kevin, a grandmother to K.J., Hannah, Riley and Brandon...