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Jerome F. "Jerry" Kapanowski age 70 of Milford for over 35 years, May 27, 2007. Loving husband of Carol. Dear father of Julie (Brad) Petty, Marty (Cindy), Kenny (Carolyn) and Maureen (Mark) MacDowell. Loving grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Loved by many extended family and dear friends. Funeral from Saint Mary Catholic Church, 1955 E. Commerce Rd., Milford, Thursday 11 AM. Friends may visit at church at 10:30 AM. Father Ron Anderson to officiate. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Wednesday 2-9PM. Rosary service 7PM. For further information please call 248-684-6645.
Helen Josephine Lawson, age 90 of Milford, formally of Ypsilanti, May 26, 2007.
Loving mother of Woodrow (Joyce) Daniels of Milford and Jack (Bettie) Daniels of Westland. Dear sister of Belle Hopkins of Vero Beach, FL. 8 Grandchildren, 14 Great-Grandchildren and 4 Great-Great Grandchildren. Also many loving nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.
Helen was born on Nov. 7, 1916 in Freeburn, KY. She was one of 12 born to Angeline (Norman) Francis and William Francis. She married Grover W. Lawson on July 9, 1951 in Edgarton, W. VA. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Grover W. Lawson, her son, Larry Lawson of Ypsilanti and Great-granddaughter, Jessica Valko of Milford.
Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford Wednesday, 11 AM. Rev. Richard E. Pape to officiate. Friends may visit Tuesday 4-9PM. Burial Highland cemetery, Ypsilanti. For further information please call 248-684-6645.
Roger Felix DeClercq, a resident of Commerce Township, died on Sunday, May 20th, 2007 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. He was 77 years old. Born in Isegem, Belgium on January 7, 1930, he was the son of Victor and Margaret (nee Lenore) DeClercq. After his father’s death, Roger emigrated to the United States with his mother, passing through Ellis Island and settling in Detroit when he was 15 years old. After owning his own dry cleaners and working other jobs, Roger began his long career in law enforcement, starting as a Patrolman and rising to the rank of Sergeant in Harper Woods. After fifteen years on the job, he attended the Detroit Police Academy and FBI School. He served as police chief in New Haven and then moved to Wixom where he served with the Wixom Police Department as a Patrolman, later in their K-9 and Mounted Divisions and his last years as a detective. He retired in 1988 after 23 years with the Wixom Department. With his first wife, Virginia, Mr. DeClercq raised three daughters and three sons and in 1975 he married Mary Misko. They made their home on Chickory Lane in Commerce Township for over thirty years. Roger De Clercq was a “stubborn Belgian” who loved his family, his horses, cats and dogs and was well known for his willingness to help, his honesty, his fairness and the fact that you always knew where you stood with him. He leaves a legacy of public service and rich family memories. He is survived by his wife, Mary DeClercq; children, Diane DeClercq of Commerce, Donald DeClercq of Roseville, David (Terese) DeClercq of Clinton Twp., Robert DeClercq of Roseville, Susan DeClercq of Commerce, Dawn DeClercq of Commerce, granddaughter, Danielle Erb and his many loving sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and dear friends who join with his family in mourning his death and giving thanks to God for his life among them. >
Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Friday, May 25th, 9:15AM to St. William Catholic Church, 531 Common St Walled Lake, for Mass at 10AM. Fr. Edward Scheuerman will officiate. Burial Oakland Hills cemetery, Novi. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Wednesday 4-9PM & Thursday 2-9 PM. Vigil Service Thursday 7PM. Memorials may be made in his name to St. Jude's Children Hospital or to the Michigan Humane Society. For further information call 248-684-6645.
Andrew Austin Hudson, age 31 of East Lansing passed away in San Francisco, CA on July 20, 2007. Drew is the son of the late Julie Reader and is survived by his father, James H. Hudson and step-mother, Terry L. Hudson of Indianapolis, IN. He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives & friends. Drew lived most of his life in East Lansing, where he graduated from high school. He was a 2000 graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and was working in San Francisco. A Graveside Service will be held at Milford Memorial cemetery, (located on Atlantic Street at Wixom Road) in Milford, on Saturday, August 4th, at 1PM. For further information please contact Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty Street, Milford, at 248-684-6645.
Gary Joseph Gray
Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucketa resident of Highland Township for over twenty-four years, died at Huron Valley Sinai Hospital in Commerce Township after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, July 28, 2007. He was 58 years old. Born on March 7, 1949, the oldest of Frank & Geraldine Gray’s six children, Gary was raised in Detroit, revered as the leader to his younger siblings. Early on in his life, he discovered fishing and was forever hooked. Amidst the highlights of his many fishing tales, there were never enough fish, nor hours in the day for him and his brother Glen to catch them. In 1967 Gary graduated from Cody High School and went on to study technical drafting at Lawrence Tech. He had an extraordinary talent for capturing proportion and perspective and could free hand even the most elaborate blueprints. His gifted eye for design & drafting afforded him job opportunities with Parliament Design and KJ Law before beginning his own business enterprise-Contemporary Trim Finish Carpentry in Highland. In 1980 he met Betty Borchardt and fell in love before their marriage in September of 1982. Mr. & Mrs. Gray moved to the home on Woodruff Lake Road in Highland Township and were soon blessed with the births of their daughters, Jessica and Amy and son, Scott. In the past twenty-four years Gary has donated much of his time and talents to Highland and Milford communities where he was well known for his reputable business and integral role in the construction of Highland Station Railroad Park and Milford Senior Center.
Gary Gray was a humorous and quiet man, best known for his unwavering generosities and solid friendship. He was involved in nearly every dynamic of his immediate and extended family, and was happiest in the company of those he loved. Extremely proud of his children, he enjoyed the opportunities to coach their softball & baseball teams, and like all great fathers, was able to be a Dad while being a best friend simultaneously. Memorable times were made in Frankfort, Michigan where, for over ten years, he has vacationed with his wife and family and taken his bass boat out for countless fishing trips. A devoted member of The Michigan Steelhead and Salmon Fishermen's Association (MSSFA) and one time Member of the Year recipient, his love and respect for nature was evident in his teaching his son Scott how to be a good outdoorsman. He was also an avid fan of music, mostly classic Rock & Roll, and adding to his endless resumé of talents was his ability to play the bass guitar and perform in The Crescents, a band he gigged with several years ago. Since his diagnosis and all throughout his recent cancer treatment, Gary never lost his great sense of hope and optimism. No matter how dark the day became, he was determined to live life to the fullest, unknowingly inspiring those around him to do the same.
In addition to Betty (Borchardt), his beloved wife of over 24 years; daughters, Jessica and Amy; and son, Scott, Gary is survived by his father, Frank Gray; brothers, Bob (Cindy) Gray, Glen (Paula) Gray; sisters, Gail (Alan) Jadczak, Anita (Dennis) Wright, Anna (Don) Sylvester; mother-in-law, Joan Borchardt, and many nieces, nephews, in-laws and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Geraldine in 1998 and father-in-law, Gordon Borchardt in 1996.
A Funeral Service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, on Wednesday, August 1st, at 11AM, with Fr. Leo Lulko officiating. Friends may visit Monday 6-9PM and Tuesday 1-9PM. Memorials may be made to the Gray family or to your local hospice. For further information please phone 248-684-6645.
Elizabeth M. 'Betty' Tiley age 91, longtime resident of Commerce, died July 30, 2007.
Loving sister of Nita (Walter) Burgess, Alex (Jean) Hepburn, the late Margaret (Bob) Plenderleith and the late Andrew (Mary) Hepburn.
Dear aunt of Thomas Plenderleith, Matthew Plenderleith, Jane (James) Wilson, Christine (Edwin) Murray Dorothy (John) King, Brian (Graciela) Hepburn, Audrey (Alan) Cahow, Elizabeth Hepburn, Thomas (Una) Hepburn, Janet Hepburn, Andrew (Wendy) Hepburn, Elizabeth Burgess, Alan (Tina) Burgess, Duncan Hepburn, Alexa (Jonathon) Hepburn & Ross (Maggie) Hepburn.
Great aunt of Angela, Yvonne, Erin, Fraser, Andrea, Jennifer, Stephanie, Heather, Melissa, Michael, Iain, Emma, Islay, Lachlan, Macgregor, Allister, Cameron, Marion and Andrew.
Great-great aunt of Heather, Lena, James, Dale, Jilian, Brielle, Malcolm, Megan, Joshua. Also leaves many dear friends.
A Funeral Service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Friday, 11 AM. Rev. John Harris to officiate. Burial Commerce cemetery. Friends may visit Thursday, 6-9 PM. For further information call 248-684-6645.
Harry R. Sobbe, age 66 of Highland Twp., died July 25, 2007.
survived by his beloved wife, Joan (nee Wasaquam); children, Kimberly Sobbe, Christopher Sobbe; grandchildren, Nicholas & Casey; sisters, Marilyn VerLinden and family, Della Norush and family; brothers, Henry “Chip” Sobbe and family, Bernard Sobbe and family; and many dear friends.
Mr. Sobbe was a former firefighter with Highland Twp. for 10 years, a former Park Ranger with Kensington Metro Park for over 20 years, and retired from Numatics in 2006.
The family of Harry Sobbe invites friends and neighbors to a memorial gathering at their home from 1:30 pm—4:00 pm on Saturday, August 4. For further information, please contact Lynch & Sons at 248.684.6645.
Barbara Warren age 77, of Polk City, FL and formerly of Milford, died suddenly July 31, 2007 surrounded by her family and friends. Beloved wife of Bud. Loving mother of Sue (Stanlee) Linton, Karen (Sue Tippett) Warren & Lynn (Shirley) Warren. Dear Grandmother of Benjamin, Kaitlin, Matthew, Heather, Ye-Ye and Xin-Xin. Also leaves many loving extended family members and friends and her two dear Yorkie’s, Peko and Joey.
Barbara was a retired Milford US Postal worker and member of the Milford Garden Club and held officer positions in many of the organizations she belonged to. She had a competitive spirit, loved spending time with her family, cooking, traveling and motor home rallies.
A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held Thursday, August 2, 2007, 5:30-7:30 PM at the family home in Milford. Memorials in her name are encouraged to the Michigan Humane Society and MADD. For further information please call Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Milford, at 248-684-6645.
Gerald Lee Caswell age 71, of Milford, died August 5, 2007. Loving brother of James (Alberta) Caswell. Preceded in death by his parents, Ruth & Fred Caswell. Also leaves many dear extended family members and friends. Memorials may be made to St. John Health Foundation, Hospice Care, PO Box 673271, Detroit, MI 48267-3271. For further information please call Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors at 248-684-6645.
Penny Costello (nee Colegrove)
Penny Costello, resident of Milford, died at Huron Valley Sinai Hospital in Commerce Township on August 30, 2007 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was 59 years old. Born in Pontiac, Michigan on September 10, 1947, the daughter of Albert & Louise Colegrove, Penny grew up in Milford and graduated from Milford High School in 1966. As part of a high school class curriculum she began correspondence with a pen pal and active soldier During the Vietnam War. Endless letters later she fell in love with her pen pal, a soldier named George Costello, and was married on October 21, 1967. Penny & George began their new lives together as husband and wife and were later blessed with the births of their children. They made their home on Hickory Street in Milford and have enjoyed many fond friendships and neighbors within the community throughout the years.
Penny lived for activities that centered on home & family. From her love of gardening to her gifts in the kitchen, she was graceful in all of her endeavors. She played a special role in the lives of each of her grandchildren, frequently taking them to Spicer’s Apple Orchard and the Detroit Zoo as well as teaching them the art of bread baking. Penny also enjoyed jet skiing, Roller-skating and was well known to be the most vocal spectator during football games.
In addition to her beloved husband of over 39 years, George and her daughter, Annemarie (Ronald) Gress; sons, Joseph (Dianna) and David (Rose), Mrs. Costello is survived by her grandchildren, Joey, Kory, Caitlin, Clarke, Kade, Breyahana; siblings, Ronald (Rose) Colegrove, John (Verna) Colegrove, Nancy (Don) London, Bill (Ruth) Colegrove, Bob Colegrove, Betty Beaubien, Barbara (Mark) Schmidt; special friend, Buddy, the Saint Bernard and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends.
A Funeral Service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Wednesday, September 5, 11 AM. Rev. Dr. R. John Harris to officiate. Friends may visit Tuesday 2-9 PM. Memorials may be made to the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, 4100 John R.,Detroit, Michigan 48201-9945. For further information please call 248-684-6645.
Rita Zarnowski
Rita Zarnowski, a long time resident of Highland Township, died on Saturday, August 25th, 2007 surrounded by her family at Grace-Sinai Hospital in Detroit. She was 77 years old. Born on March 7th, 1930, the daughter of Stanley & Stella (Tumala) Nowocinski, Rita grew up in Detroit where she attended St. Francis D’Assisi School. On August 12th, 1950 she married Erwin Zarnowski, with whom she had fallen in love after meeting on a blind date, and they made their home in Detroit, where they were blessed with the birth of a daughter, Debra. In 1971 Erwin built a house for his family in Highland Township. Rita made their lakefront house a home for her family to create traditions that will be carried on for generations to come. Rita’s family continued to grow over the years to include a son-in-law, James, and two granddaughters, Kimberly and Heather. Family was the most important thing to Rita. She loved to cook for and spend time with those closest to her. Some of the most special times were spent sitting around her kitchen table playing board games and eating all the special snacks she would buy for everyone. Rita also enjoyed collecting musical stuffed animals and religious ornaments. She always made sure her house was decorated for every holiday - inside and out. She would plant lots of beautiful flowers in the summer time and decorate her entire lawn with Christmas lights and statues during the holidays. Throughout her life, Rita had a great devotion to the Blessed Mother and her church. In fact, Rita and Erwin were founding members of the Church of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in their neighborhood. Rita spent many long hours participating in various church functions including the bake sales in which she was famous for her pineapple upside-down and chocolate cakes. But Rita’s charity did not stop at bake sales. She was always trying to help others whether it be donations to religious organizations or lunch money to children at Spring Mills Elementary where she was a lunch lady. Rita touched many lives through her love, support, and faith. You could always count on her bright smile to light up every room she walked in to. Her soft hands and gentle touch will be greatly missed by her family but her memory will always live on.
She is survived by her husband, Erwin; daughter Debra (Jim) DeVitis; grandchildren, Kimberly & Heather; sisters, Irene (the late Thomas) Szumanski, Loretta (Ed) Birecki, and Patricia Nowocinski, and numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws and dear friends.
Rita was preceded in death by her brothers, Gus Nowocinski, Hank Nowocinski, and her sister, Sandra Cooke.
A Funeral Mass will be held from Church of The Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Rd., Highland, Wednesday 10AM with Fr. Leo Lulko officiating. Burial All Saints cemetery, Waterford. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Monday 5-9PM & Tuesday 2-9PM. Rosary Tuesday 7PM. Memorials may be made to the Church of the Holy Spirit Building Fund. For more information phone 248.684.6645.
