Obituaries

Honoring Lives and Memories - Obituaries for Families in Dearborn Heights, MI

Pelagia Zarczynski

Pelagia Zarczynski

Jan 26, 2024

Zarczynski, Pelagia Beloved wife of the late Roman. Loving mother of Richard (Debbie) Zarczynski, Diane (Donald) Pierron, Isabella Zarczynski, and the late Christopher Zarczynski. Cherished Babcia of David Zarczynski, Nina Boryszczuk, Elaina Boryszczuk, Marko Boryszczuk, , and Merissa Ormonde. Dear Great-Babcia of Riley Zarczynski, Avery Doty, Kaelyn Doty, Samantha Zarczynski, Audrina Boryszczuk, Natalie Zarczynski, and Aubree Ormonde. Instate Tuesday 10:00...

Edward J. Laich

Edward J. Laich

Jan 23, 2024

Laich, Edward J. "Eddie" January 23, 2024. Beloved father of Jeff (Michelle), Steven (Gladys), James, and Prentiss. Dearest grandfather of Alex and Benjamin. Loving brother of Janet (Bill) Papenhagen, Anita, and the late Helen (Ken) Templin. Edward, born in Latrobe, PA, Edward's early years were marked by a profound sense of duty as he served in the United States Air...

Diane Kos

Diane Kos

Jan 21, 2024

Diane Kos October 25, 1943-January 21, 2024 Diane Kos, born on October 25, 1943, to Harry and Stella Gdowski in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. Diane's love for animals, gardening, and the great outdoors defined her spirit. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life, nurturing her garden and basking in the beauty of nature....

Elaine Marie Lucas

Elaine Marie Lucas

Jan 19, 2024

Elaine Marie Lucas, born on September 30, 1930, in Pulawski Township, MI to Frank and Hattie Kowalski, peacefully passed away on January 19, 2024. She was a beloved woman, who leaves behind a robust legacy of warmth, love, spunk, and many treasured moments. Elaine was a pillar of strength, a devoted wife to the late Herbert, a caring mother, and...

Amber L. Keyes

Amber L. Keyes

Jan 19, 2024

Keyes, Amber L. January 19, 2024. Beloved Mother of Jacob, Mason, Nevaeh, Leah, and Malachi. Dearest daughter of Tracey (Larry) McCoy and Rickey Keyes. Loving sister of Travis Keyes and Rickey Welsh. Loving granddaughter of Robert and Helen Findlay and Gene and Linda Keyes. Loving niece of Ronald (Kim) Keyes and Jeanette (Randy) Smith. Visitation Thursday from 12 -2 pm...

Sheila Steslicki

Sheila Steslicki

Jan 9, 2024

STESLICKI, SHEILA, January 9, 2024. Dearest mother of Deborah (Sean) Rumohr, and Keith (Beth) Steslicki. Loving grandma of Noel, Nicholas, Alexandra, Jessica, Emily, Andrew, and Jake. Dear sister of John (Toni) Shedlock, Carl (Kay) Shedlock, and Ed (Lisa) Shedlock. Visitation Sunday 1:30-8:00 pm with a Rosary at 6:30 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 West Warren, Dearborn Heights. Instate...

Martha Julia Serrano

Martha Julia Serrano

Jan 8, 2024

Martha Julia Serrano March 13, 1935 – January 8, 2024 Beloved wife of the late Miguel Angel Serrano. Loving mother of Mirna (Miguel) Mendez, Martha G. (Fernando) Serrano, Mayra (Roberto) Sanchez, Gricelda (Michael) Cutajar, Giovani Serrano, and the late Miguel Serrano. Cherished grandma of Vladimir (Jennifer) Cuevas, Walter Cuevas, Esmeralda (Rocky) Gonzalez, Marlene (Cory) Serrano, Elsie (Adrian) Mendoza, Sandy (Dustin)...

Joseph "Big Joe" F. Fundaro Sr.

Joseph "Big Joe" F. Fundaro Sr.

Jan 8, 2024

Fundaro Sr., Joesph F. “Big Joe”. January 8, 2024. Loving companion of Judie Fink. Beloved father of Joe Jr. (Lucy), Norrice (John) Van Camp, Vincent (Holly), the late Adrienne (Taft) Kasik. Loving Popie of Tori, Elicia, Alexandra, Joelle, Kristofer, John Paul, Austin, Lora and 10 great-grandchildren. Dear brother Frank (Rose) and Anthony (Phyllis). Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews....

Claudia Ann Kadyszewski

Claudia Ann Kadyszewski

Jan 5, 2024

KADYSZEWSKI, CLAUDIA ANN January 5, 2024. Claudia was the loving daughter and only child of the late Frank and Dolores (Kurlendzki), granddaughter of the late Frank and Leocadya Kadyszewski and John and Helen Kurlendzki. She received her sacraments at St. Christopher Catholic Church in Detroit where her parents were members. Despite her physical limitations she was able to attend elementary...

Michael Stephen Fleszar

Michael Stephen Fleszar

Jan 1, 2024

Fleszar, Michael "Mike" Stephen January 1, 2024 Michael Stephen Fleszar, a devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on January 1, 2024. Born to Eugene and Delphine Fleszar (nee Kokoszka) on June 6, 1961, in Dearborn, Michigan, Mike was a beacon of warmth and kindness to all who knew him. Mike graduated from St. Hedwig High School in Detroit...

Emil J. Zapalski

Emil J. Zapalski

Dec 30, 2023

ZAPALSKI, EMIL J. December 30, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Lillian H. Dearest father of Robert (Annie), Raymond (Karen), Barbara (the late David) Ganshorn, Ronald, and Susanna (Luke) Elliot. Loving Dziadzia of Bobby, Kristyn, Alan, Neil, Megan, Michael, Mary, and Noah. PraDzia of Riley, Ryder, Weston, Cooper, Lyla, Maya, Nolan, Campbell, Sarah, and Beau. Visitation Wednesday from 2-8 pm...

Sandra L. Rodgers

Sandra L. Rodgers

Dec 29, 2023

Rodgers, Sandra L. December 29, 2023. Beloved wife of the late James David. Dearest mother of David, Brian (Robin), Chris. Loving grandma of Jamie, Danyel, Christopher James, Tasha, Jackie, and James. Private services were held.

Rosemarie D'Onofrio

Rosemarie D'Onofrio

Dec 28, 2023

D’Onofrio, Rosemarie. December 28, 2023 Beloved wife of the late Mario. Loving mother of Linda and Larry (Shelia). Cherished Nannie of Andrea, Daniel, and Matthew. Dear sister of the late Francis, the late Stella, the late, Anna, the late Joseph. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3-8 pm with a Rosary at 7:00 pm at Stanley Turowski...

Angela Imperi

Angela Imperi

Dec 27, 2023

Imperi, Angela. December 27, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Gino. Loving mother of Robert (Theresa) and the late Gia. Loving Nona of Valencia and Antonio. Instate Friday 10:00 am-11:30 am at St. Barbara Church. Funeral Mass Friday at 11:30 am at St. Barbara Church.

Christopher J. Serwatowski

Christopher J. Serwatowski

Dec 22, 2023

Serwatowski, Christopher J. December 22, 2023. Beloved father of Holly. Loving son of Delphine Bosek and the late Stanley Serwatowski. Dear brother of Laurie Brocki, Lynnette Bivins, Mary Shedlock, James Serwatowski, Geri Ann Serwatowski, Kenneth Serwatowski, and the late Stanley Serwatowski Jr, and Lisa Parsons. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday from 10 am – 2 pm...

Rose Marie Roch

Rose Marie Roch

Dec 21, 2023

ROCH, ROSE MARIE, December 21, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Dearest mother of Laura (Thomas) Schoefter and Elaine (Eric) Lovdahl. Loving grandma of Ian and Lauren (Michael). Visitation Thursday 3-8 pm with a Rosary at 6:30 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 West Warren, Dearborn Heights. Instate Friday 10:00 am at St. Linus Church until time of...

Ruth Al-Saadi

Ruth Al-Saadi

Dec 18, 2023

Al-Saadi, Ruth. December 18, 2023. Dearest mother of Adelia (Mike) Colson. Loving grandma of Ashley, Austin, and Alec (Natalie). Dear sister of Amos (Linda) Long, Edward (Jani) Long, the late Callie, Corabelle, Fancy, Lucy, Elsie, Roscoe, Elaine, Garnett, Freddie, and Daniel. Former spouse of the late Fadhil Al-Saadi. Visitation Thursday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home,...

Elizabeth "Ellis" C. Lange

Elizabeth "Ellis" C. Lange

Dec 17, 2023

Lange, Elizabeth C. "Ellis" December 17, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Dearest mother of Stuart Lange and Heather (Jeff) King. Loving Nana of Daniel (Jessica), Rachel Small, and Addie King. Great Nana of Alivia, Amora, and Ezra. Dear sister of Roberta Nash and the late Jean Wallace and Robert Brown. A Celebration of Life Service will be held...

Dorothy B. Gismondi

Dorothy B. Gismondi

Dec 15, 2023

Gismondi, Dorothy B. December 15, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Antonio. Dearest mother of Paul (Cynthia), Kayne (the late Danny) Williams, and Jayne. Loving grandmother of Christopher (Elizabeth), Breana, Joshua, and Jonah. Loving great-grandmother of Cordelia, Dante. Dear sister of Ron (the late Teresa), Marian (the late David) Jolet, the late Geri Kendall. Dear friend of Barbara Kanclerz. Loving...

Jack Paul Mattieson

Jack Paul Mattieson

Dec 14, 2023

Jack Mattieson (died December 14, 2023), was raised in Dearborn, MI and graduated from Dearborn High School (Class of 1953). After a year at the University of Miami, Jack went to Northland College in Ashland, WI. While at Northland, he was an outstanding defenseman on the Northland Hockey team for three seasons from 1956-1959, while simultaneously playing with the Ironwood...