Mrs. Bernice C. Slezak
- December 14, 1923 - January 16, 2012
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
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“Just wanted to send my love and prayers to Kristie and her family, and all of those who love Kristie's Grandma! You are all in my thoughts and...Read More »
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1 of 8 | Posted by: Shariann Draper - Penman - Otsego, MI
“We loved Aunt Bernice! She was a wonderful lady. So many fond memories of her. Alway a smile and such a good sense of humor, good cook, loved her...Read More »
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2 of 8 | Posted by: Larry & Maria Slezak - MI
“I am so sad to hear of Aunt Bernice's passing. She was a wonderful loving woman who allowed me to lived with her while I was a teenager in my wild...Read More »
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3 of 8 | Posted by: Bob Paull - midlothian, IL
“Judy, David and Shelly: It was such a pleasure to have known your mom. I don't think I ever saw her without a smile on her face--she had such a...Read More »
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4 of 8 | Posted by: Kathy Glovick - Grand Rapids, MI
“I wish to extend my deep sympathy to Judy, David , and Shelly at your loss of your mom. She was a great woman and I will miss her dearly. It will...Read More »
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5 of 8 | Posted by: Mary Jo Slezak - Grand Rapids, MI
“I'll always remember Aunt Bernice for the kindness she always extended to me when I'd come and visit her. She always filled my heart with Love and...Read More »
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6 of 8 | Posted by: Mary Jo Slezak - Grand Rapids, MI
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family during this time. Bernie was such a wonderful woman whom we loved deeply. My children to this...Read More »
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7 of 8 | Posted by: Steve & Lori Race and family - MI
“Judy and family - My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Though she is at peace, it will take time for each of you and you...Read More »
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8 of 8 | Posted by: Sue Offenbecker - Jenison, MI
Mrs. Bernice C. Slezak age 88 of Grand Rapids died peacefully with her children by her side on Monday January 16, 2012. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph, infant daughter Joan , sisters, Estelle and Marie, brother Chester, Surviving are her three children: Judy (Dan) Potyraj, Dave (Sara) Slezak, Shelly (Gary) Klap, grandchildren: Kristie (Pete) Simon, Jennifer (Dave) Nyeholt, Danielle (Travis) Van Setters, Pam Slezak, Laure (Brad) DeRuiter, Aaron (Clara) Klap, Jessica Klap, great grandchildren: Peter, Grace, Brendan, Paige, Jacob, T.J., Kristina, Brent and Avery, sister Esther, brother Edward (Charlene), many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Slezak was a member of Catholic War Veteran Ladies Auxiliary and the St. Theresa and Welfare and Rosary societies of Basilica of St. Adalbert . A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday 10:30 at the Chapel of St. Ann's Home, 2161 Leonard St NW. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive visitors Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the Arsulowicz Brothers Remembrance Mortuary, 3525 Remembrance Rd. and Thursday at St. Ann's Home one hour prior to the Funeral. A Rosary will be prayed Wednesday at 7 pm at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or St. Ann's Home. Bernice will be remembered as a dear wife and loving mother to her family and many others, also a "Nana" to everyone and a faithful servant to her Lord. A special thanks to the Sisters and staff at St. Ann's Home for their compassion and care during moms time spent there.
