Alfred William Rich
age 75, of Bloomfield Hills, died March 28, 2005 at William Beaumont Hospital, Troy. Mr. Rich was born November 29, 1929 in Depue, Illinois, son of Agnes and John Resetich. Mr. Rich served in the United States Military during the Korean War. Mr. Rich attended Bradley University and graduated from the University of Marquette with a masters degree in chemical engineering. Mr. Rich moved to the Birmingham area where he met his wife, Mary Kay Whiting. Mr. Rich started his own business, Precision Coatings, Commerce Twp. in 1969. Mr. Rich was a member of Holy Name Church of Birmingham, Orchard Lake Country Club, Delray Dunes Country Club in Florida, Rich Harvest Farms in Illinois and he was also a member of Legatus. Mr. Rich loved to travel, play golf and work in his yard playing with his tools. The thing that meant the most to Mr. Rich was his family. He was very proud of his Slavic background and quietly helped the less fortunate to achieve their dream or get back on their feet. Mr. Rich is survived by his wife, Mary Kay Whiting Rich; children, Mary Beth (Keith) MacGuidwin, Andrew Whiting (Anne) Rich, Richard John (Kim) Rich, Amy Claire (Kevin) McCarthy, Patrick Michael (Delores) Rich, Christopher Ryan (Fiance, Christine McGowan) Rich; grandchildren, Meaghan and Sarah MacGuidwin, Jennifer, Drew and Parker Rich, Morgan, Jonathan, Grace and Georgia Rich, Shea, Reilly, Mary Claire, Casey, Grace and Brady McCarthy and Rachael Rich; sister, Mary Wiernik and brothers, Anthony Rich, Richard (Nancy) Resetich and John (Ellen) Resetich. Funeral from Holy Name Church, 630 Harmon, Birmingham, Friday 10am. Friends may visit at church beginning at 9:30am. Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd. (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Thursday 2-8 pm. Prayers 7pm. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield. Contributions appreciated to Oakland Family Services, 23332 Orchard Lake Road, Suite A, Farmington Hills, MI 48336.
Margaret "Peggy" Egan
Peggy Egan, age 81, died April 6, 2005 at Botsford Continuing Care, in Farmington Hills, Peggy Egan was a long-time resident of Clawson. Peggy was born on October 26, 1923 in Kinloch, Co. Leitrim, Ireland. She was named Margaret Ellen Veronica Devlin. She joined siblings Kathleen, Frank, Maura, and Paddy. Her father, Paddy, moved to the United States to find work when she was an infant. She was raised on a farm, and her grandparents owned prize apple orchards. Peggy moved to England for work in 1943. She often talked about her experiences in London during World War II. It was there that she met her future husband, Patrick Joseph (PJ) Egan. They immigrated to the United States in 1948, arriving in New York City. PJ was unable to find employment there, so they continued on to Detroit, where Peggy's father found him a job. They were married on February 5, 1949. At first, Peggy worked as a sales clerk at Hudson's Department store, and then worked as a book keeper and key punch operator in an office. She spent a month in Ireland and England visiting family every two years until her mother died in 1973. Peggy has always been creative - she used to make all her own clothing, and had knitting and crocheting projects going much of the time. After she quit work, she was very generous with her time. She took her "little old ladies" from nursing homes to church and to doctor's appointments. She said she never knew she would have such a good time with her "little old ladies." Animals have always been a special love of Peggy's, especially dogs. PJ and Peggy always had a dog, and many times, more than one. PJ would use the dogs for hunting, and Peggy would give them all her love and attention at home. She says she doesn't care for cats, but "she could get used to them." PJ died after a short illness in October, 2003, precipitating many changes in her life. She is close to her sister-in-law and her many nieces and nephews, here in America, as well as Canada, Ireland, England, and Australia. Several have made the trip overseas to see her at Botsford, and many keep in touch by card and letter. Peggy is survived by her sister In-law, Patricia Bertucci. Also, survived by nieces & nephews in US, Ireland, Canada, England and Australia. Also, blessed with many caring family, friends and neighbors. Mrs. Egan is preceded in death by her loving husband Patrick Egan. Funeral from Guardian Angels Church, 581 E. 14 Mile Rd., Clawson, Monday 10am. Friends may visit at church beginning at 9:30am. Visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd. (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Sunday 1-5pm and 6-9pm. Rosary 7pm. Interment in White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. In lieu of flowers contributions appreciated to Hospice of Michigan, 400 Mack Avenue Detroit, MI 48201.
Paul K. Fisher
age 64, of Detroit, died April 6, 2005, at Alpha Manor Nursing Home in Detroit. Mr. Fisher was born January 10, 1941, in Ferndale. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (Between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Saturday 12pm. Friends may visit beginning at 10am. Interment in Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak.
Ann Emily Patrick
age 83, of Bloomfield, died March 21, 2005, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac. Mrs. Patrick was born January 9, 1922, in Scalplevel, Pennsylvania. Mrs. Patrick is survived by her husband, Peter and children, Peter (Sue) Patrick, Gail (Ed) Hergert and Brian (Wendy) Patrick and daughter-in-law, Cynthia Patrick. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Peter (Becky) Patrick, Paul (Laura) Patrick, Joseph Patrick, Brendan Patrick, Kathleen (Mark) Reuter, Mary Patrick, Sarah Patrick, Erin (Arnot) Heller, Timothy Patrick, Christopher Patrick, Adam Patrick, Christian Patrick, Brooke Patrick, Jeffery Patrick, Cody Hergert, Matt Hergert and Keith Hergert and great-grandchildren, Peter Luke Patrick, Abby Patrick, Elise Patrick, Julia Patrick, Nathan Reuter, Evan Reuter and Madelyn Patrick, sisters Mary Owen and Sylvia Repoz, brother, George Ratiu and sister-in-law, Ann Pavel. Mrs. Patrick is preceded in death by her sons, Timothy and Wayne Patrick. Memorial Mass at St. John the Baptist Romanian Church, (Woodward @ 8 Mile Rd.) April 16th at 11am.
Rose C. Kutschman Jarosik
age 104, of Livonia, died March 30, 2005, at Courtyard Manor in Livonia. Mrs. Jarosik was born September 5, 1900, in Detroit. Mrs. Jarosik is survived by her grandsons, Andrew P., Norman C. and James S., 2 great-granddaughters, brother, Leonard, sister, Helen Kukler and daughter-in-law, Mary. She is preceded in death by her husband, Andrew. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (Between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Monday 10am. Friends may visit Sunday 1-5pm. Interment in White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Memorials appreciated to charity of donor's choice.
John W. Kluge
age 85, of Westland, died April 2, 2005, in Garden City Hospital. Mr. Kluge was born May 21, 1919, in Port Huron, Michigan. Mr. Kluge is survived by his nieces, Sandra Lynn Jensen, Faith Ann Thomas, Bonnie Sue Howard, Judith Louise McGee and Amy Marie Reeves and nephew, Mark Kevin Johnson. Arrangements are pending with Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, 248-435-0660.
Estella Claycomb
age 97 a 65 year resident of Oxford went Home to be with the Lord March 29, 2008. She was born December 11, 1910 in Queen, PA. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Ralph. Estella is survived by her children; Rosa (Ronald) Shelton, Bulah (Donald) Tyler, Thomas (Nadine) Claycomb, Elmer (Bonnie) Claycomb, Janet Claycomb, Carrie (James) Phillip and Robert (Denise) Claycomb. Also 14 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great grandchildren. Estella is the last of her 13 brothers and sisters. A funeral was held from Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel Tuesday April 1 at 11:00 AM. Interment Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Memorials to Brian’s House Hospice 1515 Cal Drive, Davison or Oxford United Methodist Church 21 E. Burdick St., Oxford appreciated.
Earl Carl "Tiny" Pender
age 83 of Oakland Township and formerly of Oxford, April 5, 2008. Survived by his beloved wife Grace, 11 children, 24 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and one brother and preceded in death by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Funeral from the Lake Orion United Methodist Church 140 E. Flint St. Thursday April 10, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Friends may visit Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel, 39 West Burdick, Oxford Wednesday 4-8 PM. Interment Oxford Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or the Lake Orion United Methodist Church Building Fund.
Raymond Francis Cummings
age 71 of Oxford died March 28, 2008. Beloved husband of Mary Kay Cummings. Loving father of Richard (Karin) Koski, Brian (Shawna), Danny, Sean (Leslie), Colleen (Anthony) Miller. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 4 brothers. Dear friend of Barbara Cogswell. A Funeral Mass was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church 715 N. Lapeer Rd Lake Orion Wednesday, April 2, 2008 11:00 AM. Interment Oxford Township Cemetery. Memorials to Seasons Hospice-Troy 27355 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071 appreciated.
Eleanor E. Goodfellow
age 92 of Leonard, March 26, 2008. Preceded in death by her beloved husband James. Loving mother of William (Sue), Ty (Marie) and Jim. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Eleanor was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church. A funeral was held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel, Friday March 28, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Memorials may be made to Holy Cross Lutheran Church.
Robert E. Heller
age 23 of Oxford went home to the Lord on March 29, 2008. Robert is survived by loving parents George Heller and Linda Vesuy-Heller. Siblings; Emily, William, and Benjamin Nieces; Eleanor, Evalyn and Madalyn Nephew; Barrett and many loving friends. A memorial service was held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel Wednesday April 2, 2008 at 6:00 PM. Memorials to the SBAA appreciated.
Maurice Parker
age 86 of Oxford, November 4, 2006. Arrangements pending at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel. For more information please call 248-628-3100
