Kaatz Funeral Directors, Inc.

Kaatz Funeral Directors, Inc. Our staff is committed to providing your family with the highest quality care and service.

Kaatz Funeral Directors Welcome You

When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust us to guide you through the arrangements necessary to create a meaningful ceremony that celebrates the unique life being honored. Our staff is committed to providing your family with the highest quality care and service in your time of need, and we take pride in our responsibility to lighten your burden as you take the first steps toward healing.

Mary Theresa Miodowski, 68, of Lynn Township, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, in the comfort of her son’s home sur...
08/05/2025

Mary Theresa Miodowski, 68, of Lynn Township, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, in the comfort of her son’s home surrounded by her family.

She was born September 13, 1956, in Detroit, the daughter of the late Hugo and Mary Stark and grew up in Clawson, MI.
She married Gary Miodowski on...

86 of Riley Township, Michigan passed away on July 28, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.She married John Vitti on De...
07/29/2025

86 of Riley Township, Michigan passed away on July 28, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

She married John Vitti on December 1, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan. They spent 54 cherished years together before his passing on October 16, 2011.

Joanne will be remembered for her kind heart, g...

Debora Jean Tosolt, age 71, passed away on July 23, 2025.Debora was born on October 19, 1953, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan t...
07/23/2025

Debora Jean Tosolt, age 71, passed away on July 23, 2025.

Debora was born on October 19, 1953, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan to the late Norbert and Sylvia Kaltz.

In her younger years, Debora was known for her lively energy and love of softball. Always quick with a joke and full of playfu...

07/21/2025
Francis “Fran” J. Manchik, age 89 of Lenox passed away on July 19, 2025.Fran was born on April 19, 1936, to the late Fra...
07/21/2025

Francis “Fran” J. Manchik, age 89 of Lenox passed away on July 19, 2025.

Fran was born on April 19, 1936, to the late Frank, Sr. and Louise Manchik and was raised on his family farm on 30 Mile Road in Lenox. He graduated from St. Augustine Catholic School in 1955. He married his high school ...

She was love in action.Pauline Rose Freer, 82, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at Marwood Manor on July 17, 2025. Sh...
07/19/2025

She was love in action.

Pauline Rose Freer, 82, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at Marwood Manor on July 17, 2025. She was born on Nov. 5, 1942 in Richmond to Helen and Julius Abraham, and was a life-long resident of the community.

Family meant everything to Pauline. She adored h...

Jennifer Lynn Bitel, 50, of Yale went to be with the Jesus on July 16, 2025, surrounded by many family members.She was b...
07/18/2025

Jennifer Lynn Bitel, 50, of Yale went to be with the Jesus on July 16, 2025, surrounded by many family members.

She was born in Yale, Michigan on August 15, 1974, the daughter of Kathy (Thompson) Bitel and the late Harry Bitel.

Anyone that met Jennifer couldn’t help but like her. She...

Carolyn Jean Herring, Sunrise: February 19, 1955, Sunset: July 14, 2025Carolyn Jean Herring was born on February 19, 195...
07/18/2025

Carolyn Jean Herring, Sunrise: February 19, 1955, Sunset: July 14, 2025

Carolyn Jean Herring was born on February 19, 1955, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan, to the late Clyde Sr. and Ida Mae Herring. On July 14, 2025, she peacefully entered eternal rest in the comfort of her home.

Carolyn d...

Bonnie Lynn Davis, 75, of Lynn Township, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025.She was born May 6, 1950, in Ferndale, MI, th...
07/16/2025

Bonnie Lynn Davis, 75, of Lynn Township, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025.

She was born May 6, 1950, in Ferndale, MI, the daughter of the late Alvia and Marjorie (Carlton) Carpenter.

Her marriage to Ronald Davis was October 16, 1967, in Hazel Park.

Bonnie was the co-owner an...

Gustaaf “Gus” Rottman, 84, of Richmond, passed away at home with his family by his side on Sunday, July 13, 2025.He was ...
07/16/2025

Gustaaf “Gus” Rottman, 84, of Richmond, passed away at home with his family by his side on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

He was born October 31, 1940, in Buitenzorg, Indonesia, the son of the late Simon and Greta Rottman.

Gus worked as a grade schoolteacher in the Netherlands before immigra...

Patricia Ann Winkle, age 81, of Columbus Township, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025, surrounded by the lo...
07/15/2025

Patricia Ann Winkle, age 81, of Columbus Township, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of her six children and many other family members.

She was born on January 6, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan. Patricia grew up on a farm in Romeo, and sold vegetables at East...

Richard Eugene Ellis, 68, of Emmett, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at home with his family by his side after a l...
07/15/2025

Richard Eugene Ellis, 68, of Emmett, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at home with his family by his side after a long and courageous fight with metastatic pancreatic cancer.

Rick was born December 27, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of the late William and Geraldine Ellis. His famil...

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Kaatz Funeral Directors Welcomes You When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust us to guide you through the arrangements necessary to create a meaningful ceremony that celebrates the unique life being honored. Our staff is committed to providing your family with the highest quality care and service in your time of need, and we take pride in our responsibility to lighten your burden as you take the first steps toward healing.