Gazda, Susanne "Florence" Susanne Florence Gazda, age 79 of Hesperia, formerly of Madison Heights, Michigan, passed away Friday, November 23, 2007 at her home following a long illness with Parkinsons disease. Florence was born on November 3, 1928 in Hamtramck, Michigan to Harold and Helen (Konivitch) Schatz. She later met and married John Gazda in January 24, 1946 in Hamtramck. Florence enjoyed music, shopping, traveling and visiting with friends. She was a member of the St. Michaels Catholic Church in Brunswick. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, John of Hesperia; her children, Barbara (Daniel) McMillian of Attica, Michigan; Elizabeth (Murdock) Norris of Sterling Heights, Michigan; John (Diane) Gazda of Fenton; Michigan; Phil (Corrine) Gazda of White Lake, Michigan; Suzanne (Michael) Lytle of Shelby Township, Michigan; 14 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; a brother, Harold Schatz of Warren; a sister, Harriett Przybyla of Livonia; sister-in-laws, Blanche; Alda and Maimie; brother-in-law, Michael. She was preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy. Mass of Resurrection services were held on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 from the St. Michaels Catholic Church in Brunswick with Rev. Father Mike Alber presiding with interment in the St. Michaels Catholic Cemetery in Brunswick. Friends may consider the Parkinsons Association of West Michigan for memorial contributions in memory of Florence. Friends may send a condolence or share a memory online with the Gazda family at www.crandellfh.com. Arrangements by Crandell Funeral Home Fremont Chapel. Click here to post a condolence of Florence Gazda on-line Dear Uncle Johnny and family, It is with fond memories that I will remember Aunt Florence. She was always a very loving wife, mother and aunt. All my memories of her were smiling and laughing, enjoying her family and sharing her love with all. She will be sadly missed by her family, especially you Uncle Johnny. We will remember all of you in our prayers. I'm sure she is happily reunited with her family in heaven. May God's peace find a way into your heart and comfort you all. Lovingly, Mickey Jozwiak Lewis and family Vienna, WV Posted 11/26/2007 Dear Family, We would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to all of you. We too are feeling the sadness of a generation slowly returning to their Father above. Florence was a sister in law to our grandmother (Helen Gazda Dupczyk). My (Amy) mother is Helens daughter (Delphine Dupczyk Basso) who resides in CA. It sounds like Florence had been blessed with a very large and wonderful family. "Your Loved One Made A Difference" Hours pass into days and time slips away, but the words we speak and the things we do touch the lives of others and live on forever. The world is a better place because Florence lived well, and shared so freely. (Moms and grandmas do this well) Once Again our thoughts and prayers are with you, The Martin's in AZ Edward, Amy (Basso), Patrick, Annie and Aaron Posted 11/26/2007 Our thoughts are with you and your family during this sorrowful time. Jeff and Kathy (Lytle) Smith Posted 11/27/2007 Dear Uncle Johnny and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time. Many memories of exciting times our families spent together still impact our lives. Aunt Florence will always be remembered as a loving and caring mother, sister in-law and aunt. She will be missed. God bless all of us during the healing process . Mark Pecikonis and family, both in Ohio and California Posted 11/28/2007 Uncle Johnny and family, I can definitely say that I am thankful for all the memories that I have with aunt Florence and that I wouldn't trade them for anything. I have to sit back and laugh at all the great times I had while visiting you as a little boy! I always got a kick out of the "up north" smell of the pine trees when we were pulling up with uncle Mike, and the unforgotten sound of aunt Florence's' voice welcoming us! She was truly a remarkable person! She will be greatly missed and forever in my prayers. Little Brian Maciborski Posted 11/29/2007 John & Family I am so sorry to hear of Susanne passing. I was only in your home a few times, but really enjoyed my visits with her. What a sweet lady. She will be missed. Chris Continu-Care Posted 11/29/2007