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GALBRAITH, NANCY; of Waterford; died suddenly February 21, 2008; at 69 years of age. Loving mother of Terri Taber, Robert (Jean) Galbraith Jr., Richard (Kathy) Galbraith and Maryanne (Scott) Powers; and nine wonderful grandchildren; beloved sister of Virginia (Jim) Abney, James Demski and Helen (Denny) Haywold; sister-in-law of Colnul (Juanita) Galbraith and Ethel Galbraith. Preceded in death by her ex-husband Robert E. Galbraith (February 14, 2008). Nancy founded the Simply Natural Health Food Store in Waterford in 1980. She was a devoted and loving mother who enjoyed every moment of life. Her warm spirit touched everyone she met. She will be an eternal light in the life of her grandchildren and friends. She will be dearly missed. Family will receive friends Friday 4 to 9 p.m. at Coats Funeral Home, Waterford. In State Saturday, February 23, 2008 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, 5481 Dixie Hwy., Waterford until time of Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Rite of Committal to follow at Mt. Hope Catholic cemetery, Pontiac. In her memory, memorial donations may be made to Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Detroit, MI.
GREEN, KRYSTYNA; age 60; of Rochester, MI; February 21, 2008. Beloved wife of Dennis; devoted mother to Alina and Gregory, of whom she was extremely proud; sister to Richard Skuratowicz and Regina Wolicki and preceded by Leon Skuratowicz; caring aunt to many nieces and nephews, including Andrew, Stephanie, Alex and Mary. A devoted and gifted teacher for many years of service in the Southfield Public School system, she was loved and respected by her students and colleagues alike. Her contagious enthusiasm was admired by all. She was an avid supporter of her Polish heritage, involved with the children Mala Polska Dance Ensemble. She loved being involved in her children and nieces and nephews numerous activities, including swimming, skiing, dancing, hockey, Boy Scouts and school functions. Krystyna was a world traveler. She enjoyed traveling with her family and many friends, making each trip truly memorable. Her benevolence was revealed by her many hours of volunteer work with Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Notre Dame Preparatory, St. Johns Lutheran School. After retiring she continued teaching at her children's schools. At home she enjoyed her numerous gardens and excelled at being social secretary of the Goodison Hills Subdivision. She has a special place in her heart for those in need. Even throughout her illness she helped others. She did not feel her day was complete until she made someone smile. Krystyna's faith was very important to her and she lovingly shared that grace with family and friends. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Saturday 4 to 9 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 9 p.m. with evening prayers 7 p.m. Funeral Monday at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood, Rochester. In State 12:30 p.m. until the time of Mass 1 p.m. Interment Guardian Angel cemetery, Rochester. Donations to Capuchin Kitchen & Hospice of Michigan.
BLANKENSHIP, CLARA; 100; of Gentry, Arkansas;died February 20, 2008, at Siloam Springs Memorial Hospital, Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Born February 18, 1908 in Long Pine, Nebraska, she was the daughter of Walter Bruce Coe and Mary Lovelady Coe. She married Calvin Blankenship in Detroit in December, 1925. After moving to Troy, Michigan in 1939, she became active in civic and volunteer work. She was involved with the Mother's Club (elementary schools) Blue Star Mothers, Home Owner's Association, was the first woman in Troy to receive the "Book of Golden Deeds" awarded from the Exchange Club, was a charter and life member of the "Friends of the Troy Library", was appointed to the Library Board by the city commission, the library is now one of the largest in the area. The Children's Room was named in her honor. She was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter #495, in Clawson, Michigan. She moved to this area in 1969, where Calvin and his father grew up. She again became busy with historical and genealogical research. She was a member of the N.W. Arkansas Branch of NLAPW, the Springtown Extension Homemakers, and a charter member of N.W. Arkansas Genealogical Society. She and Calvin collected information for the nine volume "Cemeteries of Benton County". She was a member of the Highfill Willing Workers, a charter member of James Bright Chapter NSDAR and was honored by them in 1995 for years of community service, a dual member of the Gentry #359 OES, she contributed historical, genealogical and current events to the Backtracker, BCHS magazine and local newspapers. She attended Springtown United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Calvin (Burt); two daughters, Mary Patricia Blankenship and Barbara Blankenship; one son, Clarence Blankenship and his wife Virginia Rose Blankenship; and granddaughter Susan Savage. Survivors include seven grandchildren; Virginia Poehlman and husband Fred, Karen Blankenship, Barbara Weaver, Clarence "Butch" Blankenship, Jr., Roger Blankenship and wife Jennifer, Wendy Blankenship, and Timothy Savage; seven great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren. At her request, a private burial was at Centerton cemetery, Centerton, Arkansas. Arrangements were under the direction of Wasson Funeral Home, Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Memorial donations may be made to the Gentry Library, 112 E. Main St., Gentry, AR 72734 or to the library of your choice.
CHAMBERLAIN, FREDERICK D. FRITZ ; February 21, 2008; age 84; of Walled Lake. Beloved husband of Lomila for 57 years; loving father of Duff D. (fiancee Roxane Benavides) Chamberlain; dear grandpa of Lance and Joe; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral at Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 1445 Welch Rd., Walled Lake, Monday 11 a.m. Friends may visit at church beginning at 10 a.m. Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 340 Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake (3 blocks S. of Maple Rd.) Sunday 2 to 9 p.m. Interment in Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens. Memorials to Crossroads Presbyterian Church memorial fund appreciated.
DEMOTT, SHIRLEY ANN; age 43; of Clarkston; passed away in a tragic auto accident; on February 21, 2008. She is survived by her fiance John Roge, daughter, Nichole Geer of Grand Blanc, son, Christopher Geer of Clarkston, grandchildren, Ryleigh and Jaelie; parents, Keith and Clara DeMott of Milford; siblings, Patricia (Chris) Usery, Brian (Karen) DeMott, Dianna (Mark) McMillan and also leaves her many nieces, nephews, dear friends and her beloved Yorkie, Precious. A gathering will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 East Liberty Street, Milford, on Sunday, February 24th, 1 to 5 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Shirley Ann DeMott Memorial Fund. For further information please phone 248-684-6645.
BEUTLER, MARGARET; age 91; of Kingston; died Friday, September 12th at Marlette Hospice Residence. Mrs. Beutler has lived in Kingston since 1980 and was previously from West Bloomfield area. She was born February 17, 1917 in Decker, to the late Orton and Catherine Klinkman. She married Vyron Beutler March 16, 1940, he preceded her in death 2006. Margaret and her late husband sold produce at the Oakland C. Farmer s Market for many years. She is survived by sons Ronald (Sharon) Beutler and Eugene (Phyllis) Beutler of Kingston; daughter Janet (Harmon) Beaty of Hartland; brother Wilford Klinkman of Smith Creek; sister Laura Dale of Marlette; sister in law Jackie MacAlpine of Argyle; 7 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be helf Monday, September 15th at 1 p.m. in the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette. Burial will be in the Elkland cemetery in Cass City. Memorials may be given to the donation of your choice. Visitation will be held on Sunday 2p.m to 7 p.m. at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette.
COOK, KIRK R.; of Warren; September 8, 2008; age 48. Husband of Amanda; dear father of Benjamin Cook, Kirk (Dusty) Cook, Thomas (Danielle) Sylvester and Theodore (Angela) Sylvester; beloved son of Caroline Cook and the late Larry; dear brother of Susan (Dale) Remy, Michael Cook and Nicole Cook. Mr. Cook was employed at the Chrysler Corporation, was a member of Faith Baptist Church and was a veteran of the United States Army. Funeral Services will be Monday, September 15, 2008, 11 a.m. at the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Officiating Pastor Jim Combs. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. and Monday 10 a.m. until time of service. If desired memorials may be made to the family.
FLYNN-SOLCZ, ROBERTA A.; age 52; of Rochester Hills; September 10, 2008; loving mother of Mallory Wall, Lauren Solcz & Ann Solcz of Rochester Hills; daughter of Ann Flynn and the late Robert; niece of Bill (Kay) Flynn; also survived by many cousins and friends. Funeral Mass 9 a.m. Monday (In-state at 8:30 a.m.) at St. John Fisher Chapel, 3665 Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills. Visitation Sunday 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Dr., Rochester. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the children's educational fund.
RUSSELL, KATHLEEN M., age 76 formally of Ortonville, died Fri. Sept. 12, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Mon. Sept. 15, 2008 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. Sunday. Mrs. Russell was born in Detroit on Nov. 30, 1931 the daughter of Alexander and Pauline (Koslowski) Sulecki. She is survived by 3 children, Michelle Decker of Grand Blanc, Harold Russell of Flint, and Mark Russell of Holly; 7 grandchildren, Amanda, Elizabeth, Aubrey, Ryan, Matthew, Jessica, and Jacob; and 1 great-grandson Nathan; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers Tom and James Sulecki. The family gives special thanks to the staff at Crestmont Health Care for their special care.
HOLDEN, MARY V. Ginny ; formerly of Birmingham and Port Sanilac; September 11, 2008; at 83 years of age. Beloved wife of Harold; loving mother of Michael (Val), Daniel, Robert, Thomas (Abbie), Mary Anne, Peter (Rose) and Peggy; proud grandmother of nine; sister of the late Daniel Lynch, John (Gunny) Lynch, and Martha (the late Donald) Grimm. Funeral Mass Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 10 a.m., Lourdes Chapel, 2300 Watkins Lk. Rd., Waterford 48328. Rite of Committal following at All Saints cemetery, Waterford. Family will receive friends at COATS FUNERAL HOME, Waterford, Monday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Rosary Service Monday 7 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Fox Manor, 2350 Watkins Lk. Rd., Waterford 48328.
LYNCH, ROBERT E.; age 74; of White Lake; passed away Thursday, September 11, 2008; loving husband of Marlene; dear father of Duffy, Phillip, Carrie (Rick) Boskee; proud grandfather of Courtney Boskee. The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, September 15, 2008, at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black and Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Rd., White Lake. Visitation will be on Saturday from 4 to 8 p.m., Sunday 3 to 7 p.m. and Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be in Pine Lake cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to the Michigan Humane Society.
WILSON, HAYLEY U.; age 32; of West Bloomfield; died September 10, 2008. Beloved fianc e of Ryan McKibben; loving daughter of Herbert and Denise Wilson; dear sister of Marcey (Jon) DeBoe and James (Shelby) Moran; Aunt of Deacon and Annabella. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. S. of Maple Rd.) Monday 11 a.m. Interment Commerce Memorial cemetery. Friends may visit Sunday 1 to 9 p.m. Memorials to the charity of donor s choice appreciated.
NORMAN, ESTHER H.; age 90; of Milford; passed away September 11, 2008. She is survived by daughter MaryBeth (William) Stubner of Southfield; sons Michael (Cindy) Norman of Ortonville and Gary (Cheryl) Norman of Sterling Heights; brother Norman (Jean) Kovala of Wolverine Lake; and son-in-law Herb Hughes of Milford; 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Knute R. Norman (d. 1987) and daughter Ruth Ann Hughes (d. 1992). Funeral Services will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, on Monday, September 15, 2008 at 11 a.m., with The Rev. Dr. R. John Harris officiating. Burial will follow at Milford Memorial cemetery. Friends may visit Sunday, 1 to 9 p.m. For further information please phone 248-684-6645
MORGANELLI, DEBORAH JEAN (Polley); 57; of Fort Knox, KY; passed away Saturday, September 6, 2008. She is survived by her husband Antonio; her children, Vanessa Bommarito, Carisa Byers, Tambra MacDonald, Deborah Eastwood, Joseph Morganelli; and 13 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her late husband Rodger Polley, her parents Hazel and Raymond and her daughter T-Blythe. Her loves were her children, grandchildren, angels, pets and plants. A Memorial Service will be held 1 p.m. Sunday, September 14, 2008 at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Rd., White Lake. The family will receive visitors on Saturday from 2 to 8 p.m. and after 12 p.m. on Sunday. Interment will be in Ottawa cemetery, Waterford.
GRIGGS, CHARLES J., SR.; of Waterford; September 11, 2008; age 87. Beloved father of Patsy Viands (Phillip) of White Lake, Alice Jeanne Sausser (Clifford) of Waterford, Charles Griggs, Jr. (Viola) of Crossville, TN, Terry K. Griggs (Paula) of Waterford and Kathy Donnelly of Waterford. Brother of Buster Griggs (Wilma) and Sally Brown. Poppie of 15 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by grandsons Sean and James. Mr. Griggs owned and operated West End Painting Company. He was a golden eagle member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge #2887, was a member of the Pontiac Waterford Elks Lodge #810 and also enjoyed going to the casino. Funeral Services will be Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:30 a.m. at the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Officiating Pastor Thomas Hampton. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday 2 to 8 p.m. Interment Crescent Hills cemetery. Memorials may bemade to Canterbury on the Lake.
SHELDON, ELIZABETH FRANCES "BETTY" (DULZO); age 78; September 12, 2008; of Rochester Hills; formerly of Troy; beloved wife of the late Richard Sheldon; loving mother of Vicki (Jeff) Bulman, Dave (Anne) Sheldon; Larry (Deneice) Sheldon, Greg (Pam) Sheldon, Lori Filips, Amy Biskner, the late Karen Muro and the late Lisa Sheldon; 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; dear sister of Delores Dulzo. Visitation Monday, 2:30 to 8 p.m. at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Rd. (between Big Beaver and Wattles roads), Troy, 248-689-0700. In state Tuesday 10 a.m. until Mass 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart of the Hills Catholic Church, 3400 Adams Rd., Auburn Hills. Interment Sacred Heart cemetery, Roseville. Memorials to Children's Hospital of Michigan or the Michigan Humane Society.
WATROUS, THOMAS D.; passed on August 29, 2008. A Funeral Mass in his honor will be held Friday September 19, 2008 at the Stone Chapel of St. Hugo of The Hill in Bloomfield Hills, MI.
MELOCHE, MARGARET, R., Age 69 of Highland passed away on September 10, 2008. Mrs. Meloche loved her two cats Inky and Hobo; loved her garden and planting things; spending time with her family and was very loyal and loving. She will be sadly missed. Loving companion for over 20 years to Melvin Johnson; loving mother of Polly Ann Wilson, Robin Wilson; proud grandmother of Nykia Hill, Ticole Margaret, dear sister of Jean Larosa, Joan Teise, Dona Merle, Robert Dunstan; niece of Sr. Rose Therese, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. The funeral service will be Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at the Higland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Road, Highland. Visitation on Sunday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. until service. Interment White Lake Cemetary, White Lake. Memorial considerations to Michigan Himane Society & American Cancer Society. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
WARREN, CLARENCE RICHARD; of Waterford; September 19, 2008; age 78. Loving husband Mary Jean Warren for 52 years; beloved father of Sherry (Edward) Cantu, Chris Warren, Denise (Jay) Schwartz and JoAnne (Rich) Bieniasz; dear brother of Rita (Ray) Kraemer, Terry Warren, Dennis (Sylvia) Warren, the late Ward Warren and the late Eric Warren; dear grandfather of Brett and Justin Schwartz, Austin Cantu and Emily Bieniasz. Mr. Warren was retired from General Motors Pontiac Motor Division. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 10:30 a.m. at the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Officiating Father Jack H. Baker. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Interment All Saints cemetery. Memorials may be made to Waterford Senior Center.
FRAILEY, RONALD CLIFFORD; age 65; of Shelby Twp.; September 20, 2008. Loving husband of Susanne; dear father of Kirk (Yvonne) and the late Kevin (Alina) Frailey; grandfather of Brandon, Kameron, Kaydence and Skyye; son of Clifford and the late Lucille Frailey; brother of Teresa (Ed) Grant and the late Stephen. Ronald was a member of the Royal Oak Masonic Lodge 464, Rochester Church of Christ and a past member of the Troy Elks, Detroit Sportsman s Congress and Power Squadron. Ron was a graduate of Avondale High School, was a Journeyman Die Maker, worked for Chrysler Sterling Stamping, Boeing Aircraft in Seattle, WA, and most recently for GM Powertrain, Warren. Funeral Service Wednesday September 24, 2008 11 a.m. with an In State of 10 a.m. at Rochester Church of Christ 250 W. Avon Road, Rochester Hills. The family will receive friends Tuesday 3 to 9 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home 339 Walnut Blvd, Rochester. Interment White Chapel cemetery. Memorials to St Jude sChildren s Hospital or Rochester Church of Christ c/o Jerry Tallman Ministries.
HAMPSHIRE, MARGIE W.; age 83; of Auburn Hills; September 19, 2008. married for 37 years to the late John K. Hampshire; loving mother of Jean Hampshire of Auburn Hills, Dorene Hampshire of Carleton, MI, the late Edward J. and the late Linda Radimaker; survived by three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; dear sister of Leon (Janet), Roger (Beatrice), Glenn (Joyce) and Dale Sensabaugh and the late Joyce Jonas; also survived by special friend Suzette and many other relatives and friends. Funeral Service Thursday 1 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home - Davis Chapel, 3530 Auburn Road, Auburn Hills. Visitation Wednesday 1 to 9 p.m. and Thursday 11 a.m. until time of Service. Memorial contributions to American Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Your warm smile, good heart and kind loving and caring ways will be sadly missed by all.
URBANSKI, MITCHELL PAUL; of Holly; age 62; died unexpectedly Friday, September 19, 2008 at his property in Lapeer County. Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint, Michigan 48507 (888) 243-2345. Pastor Kent Hoggatt officiating. Burial in Evergreen cemetery. Visitation 11 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the Service. Mitchell was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin on April 3, 1946, the son of the late Mitchell R. and Jessye Urbanski and was a resident of Holly for the past 18 years. Mitchell graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School, Class of 1964. While there he excelled in basketball and was an All State Champion. Because of his athletic abilities, he was awarded a full scholarship to Tulane University and graduated in 1968 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. Mitchell married Barbara Zekich on August 4, 1973 in West Allis, Wisconsin at St Augustine's Catholic Church. Mr. Urbanski was a lifetime member of the NRA. He enjoyed hunting, being outdoors, competitive shooting, loved animals, cars, tractors, but most of all, loved life. Mitchell was the co-owner of two automotive related businesses. Surviving are wife, Barb; sisters Phyllis and husband Mike Kelly of Salem, Wisconsin, Marsha Urbanski and husband Walter Safran of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin; brother-in-law, Mike and wife Carolyn Zekich of Pasadena, California; uncle of Brian, Theresa, and Erin and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. His loving animals, Lady, Sam, Butchie #2, Dolly, Fluffy, Sadie, Molly, Kitty and Jamie. He was preceded in death by his parents and his in-laws, Anthony and Audrey Zekich.
LYND, BETTY LOU; of White Lake Twp.; September 20, 2008; age 76. Beloved wife of the late John H. Lynd; dear mother of Ronald (Lynn) Seaman; dear sister of Lee (Ruth) Turner; devoted grandmother of Renee (Scott) Apkarian and Ronald (Janet) Seaman; proud great grandmother of Michael and Reagan Apkarian. Mrs. Lynd was retired from the General Motors Corporation in Orion. Private Graveside Services will be held at All Saints cemetery. Officiating Pastor David Coleman. Memorials may be made to the Clarkston Free Methodist Church or to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, Waterford (248) 674-4181.
