Louis Joseph Babel's Obituary
Louis Joseph Babel, age 89, of China Twp., slipped away peacefully under the bright light of a full moon surrounded by loving family Wednesday September 6, 2017. He was born to the late Louis and Theresa Babel March 18, 1928. Louis honorably served in the United States Army from 1950 to 1952 where he experienced the “highlight of his life” in meeting Pope Pius XII in a private audience accompanied by Winston Churchill. Afterwards, Louis was an active member in the Third order of St. Francis. He married Elaine Connelly October 6, 1956. They went on to adopt three children, Sandra, John, and Theresa. Louis will always be remembered for being humble, generous, and deeply spiritual.
He is survived by his 3 children, John (Kimberley) Babel, Sandra (Steven) Everett, and Theresa Babel; Grandchildren, Jessica Babel, Halle Babel, Donald Smith, Jordon Babel, and Great Grandson, Joshua Babel.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife Elaine Babel.
A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, September 9th at 1:00 pm at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Our Lady on the River Parish, Marine City with military honors immediately following Mass. Visitation will be Friday, September 8th 5-8 pm with a rosary being conducted at 7:30 pm at Young Funeral Home, China Twp. Memorials are suggested to Our Lady on the River Parish, Holy Cross Catholic Church. To leave a message of comfort please visit www.youngcolonial.com. Arrangements by Young Funeral Home, China, MI.
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