Maurice Osaer of Livonia passed away on Jan. 30, 2021 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Martha. Loving father of Mark (Nancy), Mary (Bernie) McDonnell, and Michael (Lynn). Cherished grandfather of 6, great-grandfather of 8, and great-great-grandfather of 1.

Donald Nicholas Korte, age 92 of Portage, MI formerly of Dearborn Heights, passed away January 15, 2021. Beloved husband of Marjorie (deceased) for 58 years. Loving father of Peter (deceased), Paul (Joy), Ann (Robert) Pefley, Mary (David) Curtis, Andrew (Leeann), Susan (Paul) Hinz, John (Diana), Matthew (Lisa), Barbara DiStefano, Robert (Gayle). Grandfather of 23 and Great-Grandfather of 17.

John Vecchioni, 94, of Dearborn, Mich., passed away peacefully into eternal life on July 10, 2020. John was the beloved husband of the late Eleanor for 66 years, and the loving father and father-in-law of Daniel (Nancy), Karen (Mark) Falahee, Henry (Lori), Cynthia (Kent) Fairless, and Thomas (Gina). He also was the cherished grandfather of Katharine (Joshua), Jessica (Andrew), Julia (Jay), Patrick (Julianne), Meghan (Zach), Gina (Kyle), Jack, Andrew (Aimee), Michael, Emily, Taylor and Alex, and the loving great-grandfather of Walker, Patrick, Nora, William, Millie, Sabina, Eleanor, Charlotte and Evelyn. He also is survived by his sister-in-law, Irene Vecchioni. John was born Nov. 24, 1925, in Detroit, Mich. He served in the Navy aboard the U.S.S. Winooski during World War II. He and his late brother Albert were long-time proprietors of the Four Vees Lounge in Dearborn. John also was active at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church in Dearborn Heights for more than 60 years, including 50 years as an usher.

Percy Allen Teschendorf passed away on April 20, 2020, at the age of 91. He is survived by his loving wife Molly, with which he shared 65 years of marriage, their children Michael (Mary) Teschendorf, Patrick (the late Ellen) Teschendorf (Valerie Inanna) and Colleen (Mark) DaMour, grandchildren, Dan (Julie) Teschendorf, Amanda (Randy) Hill, Heather (Wes) Berlin, Molly (John) Czoykowski, Stephen (Gina) Teschendorf, Katelyn (Andrew Karasinski) DaMour, Andrew Teschendorf, Timothy DaMour and David DaMour and ten great-grandchildren.

Josephine L. Cusin of Dearborn, Michigan. Age 90. Josephine passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019. Loving wife of the late Secundo Cusin. Mother of Marlene Petrovich, Mary ! Jo (Robert) Dobkowski, Laurie Sue (Thomas) Allen and David (Ellen) Cusin. Noni of Brian (Erica) Dobkowski, David (Lindsey) Allen, Amanda Dobkowski, Jason Dobkowski, Katie Allen, Andrew (Alexandra) Petrovich, Amy (Joel) Grifka, Emily (John) Kruze, Matthew Cusin, Michela Cusin and Stephanie Cusin. Great Noni of James and Nicholas Allen and Johnny Kruze. Sister of Joseph (Joan) DiFranco.

John R. Huettman of Dearborn Heights, Michigan. Age 92. John passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn E. Huettman. Dear father of Linda (Steve) Czerniak, Randy Huettman, Renee (Ken) Seymour and the late Glen Huettman. Cherished grandfather of Jeff, Brad, Greg (Erin), Katie and Kenny. Great grandfather of Johnna.

Anna Krzywonos, of Farmington Hills, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at Beaumont Hospital, Farmington Hills. She was 94, and suffered a heart attack the day prior. Anna was born December 17, 1924, in Casandra, PA, to the late John and Mary Gergely. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Michael A., Sr., on October 10, 2014. Surviving are five devoted children, Barbara (the late Ralph) Edwards, Michael, Richard (Brenda), David (Robin) and John (Lori); cherished grandchildren, Rebecca, Jessie, Josh, Adam, Ellen and Andy; and great-granddaughters, Gracie and Ella.

Richard C. Perkins Age 91 October 11, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Dear father of Diane Camilleri, Susan (Scott) Solis, Daniel Perkins and Michael (Marian) Perkins. Grandfather of Christina (Youri) Camilleri, Julie(Ryan)Sharpe, Dylan (Genesis) Solis and the late Renee Perkins. Great-grandfather of Justin, Patrick and Maks. Richard was a veteran of WWII and the Korean War. He was a self-employed barber for 70 years and an avid golfer.

Elizabeth M. Dull August 14, 1924 – April 27, 2019 Elizabeth M. Dull of Dearborn Heights. Age 94. Elizabeth passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Ernest Dull. Loving mother of Betty Ann (the late Bob) Crawford, Margaret Lasky, Ernie (Marlene) Dull and Mary Frances (Henry) Wagner. Dearest grandma of Michael Lasky, Tom (Krista) Lasky, Jennifer (Matthew) Mackaluso, Jeremy (Julie) Dull, Jason (Candace) Dull, Heidi (Ryan) Kennedy, Douglas Wagner, Robert Wagner, Brian Wagner and Christopher Wagner. Great grandma of Michael Lasky Jr., Madison Lasky, Chloe Lasky, Aubrey Lasky, Tessa Lasky, Sophia Mackaluso, Harper Mackaluso, Jacob Mackaluso, Megan Dull, Matthew Dull, Caleb Dull, Anthony Dull, Joseph Dull, Dominic Dull, Marie Dull, Paul Dull, Jesse Kennedy, Jude Kennedy and Jacob Kennedy. Dear sister of the late Frank (Rose) Chikos.

Mary Therese Methven, age 86, August 9, 2018, formerly of Dearborn Heights. Beloved wife of the late Gerald. Loving mother of Karen (Thomas) Aliber and Karla (Rusty) Scott. Proud grandmother of Kendall (Jason) Stortz ; Jamie Scott; Kirsten Aliber; Tracy Scott. Cherished daughter of the late Bernadette Schmidt (Charboneau) and John Schmidt. Dearest sister of Ralph Schmidt, Richard Schmidt, the late Dolores DiBiase, the late, Bernard Schmidt, the late Marjorie Loranger and the late Raymond Schmidt.

Dora (St. Pierre) Kampf, Beloved wife of Alfred Kampf and loving mother of Judy Karas, Patricia Kampf, the late Linda Putman, Loren St. Pierre, Teresa Dial, Mary Guzman, Kathy Hammond, Joe St. Pierre and Brian St. Pierre.

Eleanor “Ann” Vecchioni born April 8, 1930, in Watertown, Mass. passed away peacefully into eternal life on Jan. 7, 2018. Ann was the beloved wife of John for 66 years, and the loving mother and mother-in-law of Daniel (Nancy), Karen (Mark) Falahee, Henry (Lori), Cynthia (Kent) Fairless, and Thomas (Gina). She also was the cherished grandmother of Katharine (Joshua), Jessica (Andrew), Julia, Patrick (Julianne), Meghan, Gina (Kyle), Jack, Andrew, Michael, Emily, Taylor and Alex, and the loving great-grandmother of Patrick, Nora and William.

James R. Abell age 79 of Dearborn, died August 31, 2016. Beloved husband of Patricia. Loving father of Debra (Joseph) Swykert, James P. (Lisa) and Lynn (John) Stevens. Grandfather of Rachel (Andrew) Defever, Joseph (Chelsea) Swykert, Katelyn Abell, Bryan Abell. Great-grandfather of Levi and Quinn Swykert. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Brother of Mary Kay Turner and Donna Lakey. Visitation Tuesday 1-8pm , September 6, 2016 at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn. Rosary 7pm Funeral Wednesday, 10am September 7, 2016 Querfeld Funeral Home. Loved spending time with his beloved pets Brutis and Bella. A devoted husband and father. He joked with everybody and made them laugh. His family and friends have many memorable memories with him, he will be dearly missed. James enjoyed golf, going to the race track and the casino.

Marguerite T. Freda, September 1, 1920 – July 16, 2016 Age 95. Beloved wife of the late Norman J. Dear mother of Barbara (Sid) Read, Kathleen (Chuck) Ericson, Marilyn (Jim) Larese, Louise (Pat) Hipple and Norman (Lori). Also survived by 11 loving grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. In state Thursday, July 21, 2016, 9:30a.m. with Funeral Mass at 10:00a.m. at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4855 Parker, Dearborn Heights. Visitation Wednesday, 2:00p.m.-9:00p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Avenue. Rosary will take place on Wednesday evening, 7:00p.m. Interment at St. Hedwig Cemetery, Dearborn Heights. Memorials suggested to Angela Hospice or The Arc of N.W. Wayne County.

Richard C Moore, May 22, 1931 – May 23, 2016, Age 85 Husband of the late Margaret (McCarthy) Moore. Father of Micheal (Chris), Maureen (Mark) Nagy, Kathleen (Glenn) Zubok, Sharon (Jim) Adams, and Denise (Dennis) Brown. Grandfather of twenty one grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Former employee of A&P Tea Company and T.P.C. of Michigan.

Edward G. Ball III, Age 81. Passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015. Dearest husband of the late Mary Margaret Ball. Loving father of Kathleen (Philip) Kos, Dianna (Donald) Markin and Pamela (Marc) Shelton. Beloved grandpa of Melissa, Kristina, Michele, Casey, Brandon, Shelby and Sydney. Dear great grandpa of Jeffery, Alex, Mariah and Kolten. Ed served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. After serving in the military, he worked as a Production Supervisor at Ford Motor Company. He was also a volunteer firefighter for the city of Dearborn Heights. Ed was a dedicated parishioner at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church. He served in the Usher’s Club for many years. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Dearborn Heights Lions Club, the Dearborn Heights Goodfellows and the VFW – Donovan Post #78.

Charles Mack, usher for St. Albert the Great. Born 2/28/28 and died ON HIS 87th birthday 2/28/15. Survived by his soulmate Bernadine Mack who he was Married to for 63 years and together 67+ years. Children are Jean Mack Fisher (Mick), Robert Mack of Plano, TX and Janet Mack Zaloga (Tony) of Tampa. Grandfather to 3 grandsons, Kevin Fisher, Merrick Mack and Alec Mack.

Robert C. Koos Age 83. January 22, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Catherine. Loving father of Mary Koos, Robert G. Koos, Nancy (Martin) Polakowski and Gregory (Melissa) Koos. Cherished grandfather of Karyn, Kristine, Kyle, Karly, Katie, Michael, Isabelle, Louise and Maxine. Dearest brother of David (Margie) Koos and Erroll (Wendy) Koos and the late Lynn Arella. Dear brother-in-law of Joe Arella, Gordon (Carol) Brodie and the late Charley and Winnie Frendo. Visitation at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home on Saturday, January 24, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, January 25, 2015 from 2:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Instate Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4855 Parker, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125 until the time of Mass at 10:00 a.m.

Michael A., Krzywonos Sr., passed away on October 10, 2014

Marilyn Huettman, Age 81. August 12, 2014. Beloved wife of John, dear mother of Linda (Steve) Czerniak, Randy, Renee (Ken) Seymour and the late Glen. Cherished grandmother of Jeff, Brad, Greg (Erin), Katie and Kenny. Marilyn loved cooking, baking, crocheting and gardening.

Helen T. Perkins, age 81 of Dearborn Heights. Died March 23, 2014. Beloved wife of Richard of sixty years. Loving mother of Diane Camilleri, Susan (Scott) Solis, Daniel Perkins and Michael Perkins. Grandmother of Renee Perkins, Christina Camilleri, Julie Perkins and Dylan Solis. Great-grandmother of Patrick and Justin. Sister of Joan Moore and Joseph Herter. Step-sister of Leonard and Fred (Betty) Dolecki. Aunt of Lori, Greg and Jeff. Niece of Helen Czopek. Aunt and great-aunt of many others. Preceded in death by her dear parents Walter and Mary Herter. Proud of her employment and many years of service as a nurse and volunteer at Oakwood Hospital.

Secundo Cusin, Age 89. November 13, 2013. Loving husband of Josephine L. Cusin. Father of Marlene Petrovich, Mary Jo (Robert) Dobkowski, Laurie Sue (Thomas) Allen and David (Ellen) Cusin. Nono of Brian, David (Lindsey), Amanda, Jason, Katie, Andrew, Amy, Emily (John), Matthew, Michela and Stephanie. Great Nono of James and Nicholas. Brother of Alberto and the late Primo.

Mary Margaret Ball. Age 73. January 17, 2013. Dearest wife of Edward for 55 years. Loving mother of Kathleen (Philip) Kos, Dianna (Donald) Markin and Pamela (Marc) Shelton. Beloved grandma of Melissa, Kristina, Michele, Casey, Brandon, Shelby and Sydney. Dear great-grandma of 4 great-grandchildren. Cherished sister of Agnes (Jerry) Hardacre. Visitation at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home, 2640 Monroe Blvd. (near W. Outer Dr.) Dearborn, Friday 1 to 9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:30p.m. Instate Saturday 10a.m. at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:30a.m.

Charles E. Zarb, November 30, 2012, Age 86. Beloved husband of the late Lucy. Dear father of Robert (Donna), Gary (Nannette), Bruce (Suzanne) and the late Carol Purcell. Loving grandfather of Ryan, Lindsey, Christopher, Kyle, Julianna, Jaclyn, Joseph, and Rachel. Brother of Ruth Lamborn-Reid and the late Millicent Elias. Visitation Sunday 3-9 pm with Rosary 7 pm at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Avenue at Vernier Road, Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Monday 9:30 am until time of funeral Mass 10 am at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 21620 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores. Private interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capuchins.

Joseph Sylvester Nalepa Age 81. October 12, 2012. Loving husband of Nancy (nee Libich) for 57 years. Beloved father of Kathy (the late David) MacDonald, Judith Canavan, Tere (Mark) Ryan, Michael (Kathie) Nalepa, and Nancy (Joe) Kerr. Dear grandfather of Erica Canavan; Douglas, Austin, and Bradley Ryan; Andrew, Patrick, and Clare Nalepa; Joseph and Graceson Kerr. Joe was an active Fourth Degree member and Past Faithful Navigator of the Knights of Columbus Msgr. Hunt Council. Joe was also a member and Past President of the Good Fellows. He belonged to St. Albert the Great Parish for over 56 years. Joe retired from Barton-Malow in 1995. Visitation will be held at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home, 2640 Monroe Blvd. (Near W. Outer Dr.) Dearborn, Friday from 1-9p.m., with the Rosary at 7p.m. Instate, Saturday at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4855 Parker St. in Dearborn Heights, 10:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Children’s Services, 8759 Clinton-Macon Rd. Clinton, MI 49236.

Rita Fadoir Annette July 20, 2012 of Dearborn Heights. Proceeded in death by her loving husband of 51 years, Robert. Loving mother of Richard, Ronald, Ruth Taylor and Ronda. Loving grandmother of Robert, Brittney Malcolm, Margaret, Abbigayle Billings, and Alexander. Great-grandmother of Lilihana Allen. Devoted member of St. Albert the Great parish in Dearborn Heights. She loved life, her family, friends and the Lord. She will be missed by all terribly. May she rest, pain free in the arms of the Lord. Viewing will be from 11:00 a.m. to Noon on Wednesday, July 25th at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4855 Parker St., Dearborn Heights, MI 48125. The viewing will be followed by the Funeral Mass at 12:00 noon.

Joann P. Jansen, Age 75 July 11, 2012. Loving wife of Paul. Dearest mother of Terri (John) Walker, Marylou, Neil (Angie), Jim (Brenda), Joe (Cathy), Rob (Ashley), Ann Marie (Keith) Michalkewicz and Jennifer (Mark) Wentzel. Grandmother of 23. Sister of Tim (Patsy) Colina, Patricia Goodwin and the late Tom Colina (survived by his wife Ella). Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd., Garden City (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Monday 9 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Mass at Church of the Divine Child, 1055 N. Silvery Lane at Wilson in Dearborn. Family suggests memorials to The Monsignor Herbert Weier Scholarship Fund or The Lennon Center.

Marjorie A. Korte Age 81 of Westland formerly of Dearborn Heights, Died July 3, 2012. Beloved wife of Donald of 58 years. Dearest mother of Paul (Joy), Ann (Bob) Pefley, Mary (David) Curtis, Andrew (Leeann), Susan (Paul) Hinz, John (Diana), Matthew (Lisa), Barbara DiStefano, Robert (Gayle), and the late Peter. Loving grandmother of 23, great-grandmother of three. Sister of Marian (Julius) Bochinski and Donald Loewe. In state Saturday, July 7, 9:30 a.m. till 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4855 Parker St., Dearborn Heights, MI 48125. Visitation Friday, July 6, 1-8 p.m., with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood, Dearborn. Memorials to: St. Albert the Great Catholic Church.

Frank “Franco” S. Fary, Age 91 of Dearborn Heights. August 9, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia. Loving Dad of Mary Ann (Rich) Dixon, Fran Braum and Jim, Toni Hill, Frank (Joanne), Vince (Debbie) and Pat (Kim). Cherished Grandpa of 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Frank will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews and his beloved dog, Stash. Memorial gathering Friday at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home, 2640 Monroe Blvd. (near W. Outer Drive) Dearborn, 6-9p.m. with a Rosary at 7p.m. A gathering time Saturday at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church (4855 Parker St.) Dearborn Heights, 9:30 a.m. until the time of memorial Mass at 10a.m. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Capuchin’s Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street, Detroit, MI 48207.

Robert J. Fadoir Age 79, May 11, 2010. Owner of Custom Draperies Studios. Beloved husband of Rita. Loving father of Richard (Angie), Ronald (Rhonda), Ruth and Ronda. Cherished papa of Robert, Brittney, Maggie, Abby and Alex. In state 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 17, 2010 at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4855 Parker, Dearborn Heights, Michigan until the time of the funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Usher’s Club at St. Albert the Great Church.

Joanne O’Rourke Age 78. May 14, 2008. Died peacefully at home surrounded by family after a courageous 3 year battle with ovarian cancer. Beloved wife of 57 years to Frank. Loving mother of Colleen (Brian) McCormick, Frank (Penny), Michael (LaWan), Eileen (Bob) and the late Patricia. Loving aunt to Donna. Very special grandma to Michael, Caitlin, Erin, Kristin, Ki, Mariya, John, Madison, and Mikala. Also survived by her brother Robert Miller. She will be dearly missed by many close cousins and friends.

Rosalie S. Goder Age 82, December 18, 2006. Wife of the late Anthony R. Loving mother of Michele (Carl) Lundgren, Marian S. Goder, Brian A. Goder, Carolyn Quiroga and the late Janet Goder Bennett. Grandmother of Cara Lundgren, Gia Quiroga, Estevan Quiroga, Nash Bennett, Dakota Klecha and Phoebe Goder. Many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Dear friend of Joey Hatchum. In state 9:30 am Friday at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4672 Parker, Dearborn Hgts., followed by a 10 am Mass. Visitation Thursday 1 9 pm Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood, Dearborn.

Patrick John Uetz of Trenton, Michigan, and Dunedin, Florida, died of complications from stroke. He was 72 years old. Mr. Uetz is survived by his family, Patricia Catherine Uetz, and his children: Patricia Catherine Uetz, Col. Patrick J. Uetz, U.S. Marine Corps, Principal Legal Advisor, Multi-National Force – West, Iraq (Ann), Mary Beth Kelly (Kevin), Kathy Carmody (Ray), Maureen Callahan (Jerry), Ann Marie Uetz (Vince Dattilo) and Jennifer Hastings (Chris). He is also survived by eight grandchildren and two brothers, Joe Uetz (Mary Anne) and Frank Uetz (Talise). Visitation will be held at Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Road, Dearborn Heights, Michigan, on Friday, September 8, from 2 to 9 p.m. The funeral Mass will be held at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 13540 Gould Street, Dearborn, Michigan, on Saturday, September 9, at 10 a.m.

Walter Plecha, Age 76, February 5, 2006. Dear husband of the late Peggy A. Beloved father of Mark (Janet), Janet (Joseph) Stevens, Gerald (Debbie) and David (Gayle). Eleven grandchildren. Brother of Stanley Plecha, Valerie Stroup and Andrew Plecha. In state 10:30 a.m. Wednesday St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, 4672 Parker, Dearborn Heights followed by an 11 a.m. Mass. Visitation Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood, Dearborn. Rosary Tuesday 7:30 p.m.

Victor J. Siemiesz, Age 74, September 8, 2004 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn. Dearest father of David (Hilary), Mark, Thomas, Sue and Kathy. Dear grandfather of Jennifer, Jessica, Katrina and Victor. Loving brother of Helen and Raymond.

Loretta Rose Kleiber January 29, 1920 – August 3, 2000, She was married to the late Charles Thomas Kleiber, Beloved mother to Margaret (Richard) Turowski, Christine (Kenneth) Selvia, and Charles. Loretta was born on January 29, 1920, in Harrison City, Pennsylvania, her father, Joseph, was 32, and her mother, Rose, was 29. She married Charles Thomas Kleiber on February 15, 1941, in Wyandotte, Michigan. Loretta was a retired switchboard operator at Oakwood Hospital. She died on August 3, 2000, in Grand Traverse, Michigan, at the age of 80.

Evelyn D. Siemiesz (Anton), Age 71, January 3, 1999 of Dearborn Heights. Beloved wife of Victor. Dearest father of David (Hilary), Mark, Thomas, Sue and Kathy. Dear grandfather of Jennifer, Jessica, Katrina and Victor. Cherished daughter of the late John and Helen Anton. Loving sister of the late Rita Borys, Norma Diamond, and Donald Anton, Sr.

Charles T Kleiber was born on April 14, 1917. He died on May 30, 1995 at age 78. Beloved son of Ben and Mildred, Charles was the beloved father of Margaret Ann (Richard) Turowski, Christine Louise (Kenneth) Selvia, and Charles Joseph. Services will be held at Martenson Funeral Home and St. Albert the Great Church.

Shirley Welker, 41, died November 6th, 1977 when a train struck the car she was driving while picking her son up from the bowling alley. Shirley, her son David, and the family dog Bear were all killed in the accident as the crossing gates never came down on the railroad track.