Romona Kotwas' Obituary
Romona L. Kotwas, age 79, formally of Newport Richey, FL, passed away June 14, 2009 at her home in Michigan after a short illness. She was born July 1, 1929 in Detroit.
Romona was a devout Catholic who took pride in her religion and is now with the Lord who guided her throughout her life.
Romona was a lady who loved animals, especially her Daschund, Dillon. Dillon was often referred to as one of her children.
Mrs. Kotwas is survived by her husband, Robert. Children; Mary Ann (Mike) Pionk, John C. (Judy Burkhardt) Papciak, Steve (Sue) Papciak. Grandchildren; Elizabeth “Libby” and Catherine “Bea” Pionk. Sisters; Camellia Rycerz-Fox and Trudy Wessel. Brother-in-law; Richie Kotwas. Mrs. Kotwas is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, including a nephew, Robin Pearce, whom she held close to her heart.
Preceded in death by her first husband, Chester Papciak. Brothers; Ted, Delbert Nejmanowski, and Art Norman. Also a sister, Vici DuRussel.
A memorial service will be held at 11am on Friday, June 26, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Clair. The family will greet friends at the church from 10:30am until time of Mass. Memorials are suggested to the Michigan Humane Society. Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery, St. Clair immediately following the Mass. Please visit www.youngcolonial.com to leave condolences to the family.
Arrangements by Young Funeral Home, China Township.
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