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Viola Weber

Viola Weber

Feb 3, 2013

VIOLA was 90 years of age at the time of her death. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, John and Mamie Weber. Viola is the dear sister of Gladys Herrin, and sister-in-law Connie Weber; she was preceded in death by siblings: Alvina Volmering, Irvin Weber, Iola Darden, and Eugene Weber. She is survived by many caring nieces...

Paul Hanis

Paul Hanis

Feb 3, 2013

PAUL was 88 years of age at the time of his death. He is the beloved husband of Violet; and dear father of Paul (Patsy), Janet Hanis Spitz, Bob A. Hanis, and the late Mark. Paul is the adored grandfather of Eric Spitz, Kristi Pace, Max Hanis, and Nika Hanis; and great grandfather of Madalyn, Julia, and Jack. He is...

Lottie Lapuszewski

Lottie Lapuszewski

Feb 2, 2013

LOTTIE was 92 years of age at the time of her death, surrounded by family. She was the beloved wife of 48 years to the late Bill. Lottie is the devoted and dearest mother of Thomas (Darlene Chapalon), and Karen Adkins (Don Adkins). She is the adored grandmother of Mary (Dr. Tristan) Guevara, Dawn (James Brian) Robershaw, and Courtney Adkins;...

Marilyn Knight

Marilyn Knight

Feb 1, 2013

MARILYN was 87 years of age at the time of her death, at home. She is the beloved wife for over 60 years of C. W. Knight, who preceded her in death. She will be deeply missed by her children: Kenneth (Charlotte) Knight, Linda (Thaddeus) Lewek, Denise (Timothy) Eoll, and Tina (Robert) Coloske. Marilyn is the adored grandmother of the...

Taska Lois Larsen

Taska Lois Larsen

Jan 20, 2013

Passed away peacefully at her home in Livonia, on January 20, 2013 at the age of 97. Taska has been a resident of Livonia for over 60 years. She enjoyed being a school bus driver for the Livonia Public School System. Beloved wife of the late Jorgen. Dear mother of Richard (Karyn), Darryl (Carol), Sherry (Wayne) and the late Sven...

Herbert George

Herbert George

Jan 19, 2013

HERBERT was 88 years of age at the time of his peaceful passing. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Lena. Herb is the beloved brother of Joe George (Irene), Wallace George (the late Florence), Louise George, and the late Carmen. He leaves to cherish his memory, 25 nieces and nephews, other family members, and...

Christina Amelia Lackie-Van Reyendam

Christina Amelia Lackie-Van Reyendam

Jan 12, 2013

Passed away peacefully on January 12, 2013 at the age of 95. Beloved wife of the late William Van Reyendam, loving mother of the late Gerald Davidson. Sister of Irene Crisman, the late Daniel Klemmer and Mary McNelly. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. A Memorial service for Christina will be held on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at...

Mildred Anderson Irwin

Mildred Anderson Irwin

Jan 9, 2013

Passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2013, at the age of 78. Mildred and her beloved husband; the late George, resided in Livonia and were members of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church. Dear mother of George (Kelly), Wayne (Lori), Barbara (Greg) and Beverly (Ronald). Grandmother of James, Lauren, Wayne Jr., Emily, Madeline, Andrew, Paige and Parker. Loving sister of Janice Gerhart...

Helen Smarda

Helen Smarda

Dec 25, 2012

Passed away on December 25, 2012, at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Herman C. Smarda. Dear mother of Judy Smarda-Bredin, Alan, Donald and Robert. Grandmother of 13, great grandmother of 26 and great-great grandmother of 8. Sister of Genevieve Grasby and the late Edward; also many nieces and nephews. Visitation for Helen will be held on...

Richard Benson Mc Ausland

Richard Benson Mc Ausland

Dec 23, 2012

Richard is the dear brother of Doris Cooney, and son of the late Alfred and Hilda. His service in the Army during World War II required tremendous courage; among his duties, Richard was an ammunition bearer in places like Normandy and the Rhineland. He was honored with a full military honors ceremony at the conclusion of a service that was...

Mia Isabel Scherer

Mia Isabel Scherer

Dec 20, 2012

Baby Mia passed away on December 20, 2012, at home with her family and special pet, Sophie. Born on April 26, 2012, she is the precious daughter of Nick and Michelle. Mia brought joy to her loving grandparents: Laura Scherer, and Robert & Susan Houghland, and her great-grandparents, Madeline & Bill Houghland. Mia will also be dearly missed by her...

Michael Nicholas Cyrol

Michael Nicholas Cyrol

Dec 9, 2012

Passed away peacefully at the age of 76 in Kalamazoo, Michigan on December 9, 2012 following a long struggle with dementia and its associated complications. Mike was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 10, 1936 to Michael and Lillian (Pietrowicz) Cyrol. He went on to attend Henry Ford College and then received a Bachelor of Science in Education at Eastern...

Vivian Marie Harper

Vivian Marie Harper

Dec 8, 2012

VIVIAN was 89 years of age at the time of her death, surrounded by family. By just looking at Vivian, you could see that she loved life and the people she encountered each day. She is the beloved wife of the late Joseph; and dear mother of Susan (Bill) Fiske, and Marilyn (Dave) Kern. Vivian is the adored grandmother of...

Luben Masheff

Luben Masheff

Dec 3, 2012

Luben was 87 years of age at the time of his death, in Livonia. He is the beloved husband of Eleanor, and dear father of Michael, Jeffrey, and Douglas (Michelle). Lou is also survived by his adoring grandchildren: Bernard, Wren, and Crystal; and great granddaughter, Delilah. He is the brother of Gerald Gotzeff and the late Evelyn McFadden. The family...

Hugh G. Everett

Hugh G. Everett

Dec 2, 2012

HUGH, a retired United States Postal Service carrier, was 96 years of age at the time of his peaceful death, in Livonia. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Delphine, and is survived by his dear son, John Everett. A warm hearted man, and friend to many, Hugh appreciated each day as an opportunity from God. A visitation is scheduled...

James E. Thompson

James E. Thompson

Nov 16, 2012

JAMES was 89 years of age at the time of his death. A long time member of the Trowel Trades Union Local #1; James was a Superintendent of commercial construction bricklaying. He is the beloved husband of the late Doris, and dear friend of Betty Oswald. James will be missed by loving children: James (Beverly), Mike (Rose), and Tom (Valerie)....

Marilyn Churchill

Marilyn Churchill

Nov 15, 2012

Marilyn was 86 years of age at the time of her death. She lived a life of enthusiastic service and was loved by so many. Marilyn was born in Flint, Michigan on March 24, 1926, to Arzola and Forrest Gilbert. She had an older sister, Wanda, and later, a brother, DeForrest. As a young girl, she took folk dance and...

Edward John Young

Edward John Young

Nov 9, 2012

Edward was 87 years of age at the time of his death. Edward retired from Livonia Public Schools after 30 years of service. Beloved husband of the late Lou. Dear father of Debbie (Rob), Laurie (Phil), Gayle, Christie (Chris) and the late Paul. Grandfather of Jessica and Katie Kron, Cassie and Taylor Fital, Jacob and Dalton Korczyk. Brother of Anthony...

Arthur Henry Harrison

Arthur Henry Harrison

Nov 5, 2012

Passed away on November 5, 2012,at the Age of 93. Beloved husband of Lois Harrison. Loving dad to Sharen (Robert) Kreitsch. Grandpa to Ryan and Jonathan Kreitsch. Great-grandpa to Maxwell Kreitsch. Art was a Veteran of the Army Air Corp. in the South Pacific. A Master journeyman electrician in commercial and residential construction and a member of IBEW Local 58...

Helen M. Schoettle

Helen M. Schoettle

Oct 28, 2012

HELEN was 95 years of age at the time of her death, in Livonia. She is the beloved wife of the late Edmund; and dear mother of Lawrence and Joanne. Helen is also survived by her adoring grandchildren: Richard (Kelli) Bourgoise, and Michael; and great grandchildren: Sydney and Brenden. An In-State visitation will take place on Wednesday morning, October 31st,...