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Irene Killius Obituary

Irene Killius, age 83, died April 15, 2011, at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. Born April 23, 1927, in Mary, Ky. She married, Glenn, May 20, 1950, in Royal Oak. Mrs. Killius was a resident of Clawson for 60 years, and was a member of First Baptist Church of Sterling Heights for over 30 years; she was a huge asset in the ministry of the Sunshine Sunday School Fellowship. She is survived by children, Gerald (Debra) Killius of Madison Heights, James (Jacquelyn) Killius of Sterling Heights; siblings, Jean (the late Jim) Warbington of Troy, and Phyllis (Jon) Solberg of Groveland Township; grandchildren, Autumn (Jon) Taylor, Marie, Stephen and Scott Killius; great-grandchild, Peyton Taylor. Visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m. and Monday 2-8 p.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre, Madison Heights. Additional visitation, Tuesday 10 a.m. until time of service, 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Sterling Heights, 33380 Ryan Road, Sterling Heights. Interment Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak. Memorials to First Baptist Church of Sterling Heights. Share a memory at. edwardswansonandsonfuneralhome.com
Published by Daily Tribune from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18, 2011.

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Marilyn & Jim Hastings

April 18, 2011

There is no easy way to experience your loss, but the Lord is with you and will be every hour. I well remember your visit to Poplar Bluff and how very much it meant to Mom and Dad. Glenn, please know that you and family are in our prayers.

April 18, 2011

Wanda called to share the fact that Irene has 'gone on to be with her Lord and Savior'....there is no easy way to go through this time, but I know you have some wonderful memories...I well remember when you two came to Poplar Bluff to see Mom and Dad...I have some nice pictures. You were special to them. You and family are in our prayers.
Marilyn and Jim Hastings & family

Phyllis & Bud Peterson

April 18, 2011

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His Saints"
Our hearts go out to you in your time of grief, but we can be comforted in knowing that Irene has stepped into Glory and that the angels are rejoicing. We can rejoice for Irene for what she must be experiencing now.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.

April 18, 2011

Gerry and family,
I send you heartfelt condolences. It is never easy to lose a loved one. I know you will treasure your memories and continue to share your mom's stories.

Sherry Rose

Wanda Poirier

April 18, 2011

May God wipe your tears and mend your broken hearts. as Heaven becomes a dearer place.

Amy Quach

April 17, 2011

I'm thinking about everyone and praying that you will remember all of the wonderful times, which are many. She's with Jesus now, and oh, how I envy her! Someday, we will see her again, if we belong to Him!

Mary and Ron King

April 16, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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