The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 from 2-8 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple & Big Beaver). A scripture service will be held at 7:00 p.m. followed by some sharing of memories.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Name Church, 630 Harmon in Birmingham, Michigan. Visitation begins at the church at 9:30 a.m. Burial will take place at White Chapel Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to: Wounded Warriors or Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.