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Kathleen BIGOROWSKI-SHUTICH Obituary

BIGOROWSKI-SHUTICH, Kathleen R. Age 85, passed peacefully September 26, 2014 with family by her side. She is survived by the love of her life, Robert J. Shutich, Sr.; children, Barb (Tim) Czarnopis, Mike (Pat) Bigorowski, and Mary (Steve) Neuman; grandchildren, Blake (Sarah) Bigorowski, Ashley (Roe) Bigorowski, Tara (Jim) Bigorowski; and great-grandaughter, Charlotte Bigorowski. She was also "Mom" to Steve (Nancy) Shutich, Patricia (Tom) Salamone, grandma and great-grandma to the Shutich Family and Czarnopis Family. Kathleen was preceded in death by husband, Gerald R. Bigorowski. Kay retired from Steelcase, was a charter member of the American Legion Post 258 and spent most of her retirement years in Marco Island, FL, enjoying boating, golfing, Red Hats, Tea Ladies, watching dolphins from her condo, spending time with the love of her life and dancing every chance she had. A special thanks to the staff of Raybrook Manor and Faith Hospice for the loving care they showed for Kay. She was loved and will be missed by all. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 AM on Wednesday, October 1st at Holy Spirit Parish, 2230 Lake Michigan Dr. NW. Friends are invited to visit with her family on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, with a Rosary at 7:30 PM, at Heritage Life Story Funeral Homes, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW. Contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Please visit lifestorynet.com to archive a memory, photo, or sign the guestbook online.

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Published by Grand Rapids Press from Sep. 26 to Sep. 28, 2014.

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Sharon

September 21, 2020

Kay was such a wonderful friend.You could always just be yourself around her and not worry that you were being judged..Her and I always had such fun times together they still make me smile when I think of her!!

June 7, 2015

Dear Barb,
I just found out about your mom's passing. I am glad she lived a good life. She was like a 2nd mom to me growing up. I have thought of her and you often over the years. Wonderful, blessed memories. She was a beautiful person inside and out. You are in my prayers. Sandi Christensen (Leys)

Richard & Joyce Czypera

October 1, 2014

Barb & Tim,
We are so sorry we can't be there to support you. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. Your mom is a great lady. She will be missed.

Robert and Kendra Noone

October 1, 2014

Sorry we can't be there. Kendra and i will always remember fondly the day on Lake Michigan in Manypenny. Our thought and prayers go your way. With sympathy and sincerity, Bob (your namesake) and Kendra Noone

Barb Hipp

September 30, 2014

Barb I am sorry that we cannot be there but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was such a sweetheart, so kind. Our loss is Heaven's gain.

September 30, 2014

Dear Barb & Tim, I'm so sorry to learn of your Mom passing. She must have been a very special lady because she sure has a wonderful daughter! With Prayers, Julie & Rob Wesholski

Steelcase Retiree's Club

September 29, 2014

To the family. We are sorry for your loss. Kay was a valued member of our retiree's club.

Joy Vanlier

September 29, 2014

Dear Mary and Tricia, My heart goes out to you during this time of loss. Your Dear Mother loved to dance and I'm sure she is dancing now.

Sharon Hoppe

September 28, 2014

My prayers are with your family Kay as you will be missed..But I won't forget the great times we had on SteelcaseThursday nite golf league,laughing and carrying on.. We never golfed that great but boy did we have fun!!!

Ray & Debbie Beye & family

September 27, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. My heart breaks for you.

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