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Dorothy S. Mihelich Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1919 - 2008 Age: 89 MIHELICH, Dorothy S. Paw Paw Dorothy passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, Nov. 19, 2008. She was born April 26, 1919 in Chicago, IL the daughter of the late Frank and Katherine (Kusman) Bonarski. Dorothy was a member of St. Marys Catholic Church, Paw Paw, the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #68, Paw Paw, the Polish Women Alliance, Paw Paw Senior Citizens and the A.A.R.P. Dorothy had a passion for cooking and through the years served so many at Paw Paws Country Kitchen, her own Sun Restaurant in Lawton, and in the Shopping Center Bakery. Shell always be remembered by her gracious smile. On December 27, 1940 in Kalamazoo, Dorothy was united in marriage to Steve Mihelich Sr. who preceded her in death on July 2, 2001. Surviving are a son, Steven Mihelich Jr.; four daughters, Elaine Etheridge of Paw Paw, Shirley (Jim) Raymond of Paw Paw, Kathy (Tom) Marcelletti of Mattawan, and Dolly (Alan) Henderson of Lawton; 7 Grandchildren, Rick (Dawn) White, Bill (Cheri) Lula, Michael (Lisa) Roy, Robert (Kristen) Roy, Clinton (Amanda) Marcelletti, A J and Carter Henderson; five great grandchildren, Chelsea and Andrew Lula, Addison and Emily Roy, and Gisella Grace Marcelletti. Family will receive friends Sunday (Nov. 23) 5 to 7 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw where a vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, 12 noon at St. Marys Catholic Church, Paw Paw with Rev. Fr. Robert F. Creagan Celebrant. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southwest Michigan.

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There are currently 7 condolences.

Richard and Shauna Lula oldpavilion@verizon.net Friday November 28, 2008 at 10:10 PM

Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to all of the Mihelich family. They have been a part of ours for many years. We will miss Dorothy, Richard and Shauna Lula

Carol and John Staniszewski and Family stano@spiritcom.net Thursday November 27, 2008 at 8:16 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at the difficult time. She will be remembered in our hearts forever.

Norm and Janet Pfeifle Sunday November 23, 2008 at 9:28 PM

So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Norm and I remember how much she enjoyed the cruise we were all on. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dorothy Brown Saturday November 22, 2008 at 6:04 AM

So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Paul and Geraldine Sampsell Friday November 21, 2008 at 8:26 AM

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Paul and Gerry

Kathy Sutton Thursday November 20, 2008 at 10:11 PM

I am so sorry for your loss I know that my mom was a friend not only st St. Mary's but also in the Legion and the Polish Womens Alliance. After loosing my sister two weeks ago I understand your loss. Kathy Sutton ( Leonard & Bernice Babin's daughter.)

Jim and Jan Sorensen Thursday November 20, 2008 at 7:07 PM

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the whole family. Dorothy was a very sweet lady with an award winning smile. She will be missed.

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