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Julia Grescowle Obituary
Lansing - Julia V. Grescowle, of Lansing Age 86, passed away June 14, 2020. She was born April 22, 1934 the daughter of Italian immigrants, Emil and Carmella DeMarco. Julie was a lifelong member of Church of the Resurrection and graduated from Resurrection High School in 1941. Her parents were founding members of the parish, and Julie proudly carried on their tradition of faith and service as a Eucharistic Minister, a member of the Altar Society, and organizer of the annual Ox Roast Bake Sale.
Julie married her high school sweetheart, Robert Grescowle, in 1955, and together they owned Emil's Italian Restaurant, a long standing Lansing establishment that was originally started by her father. Bob and Julie built a life dedicated to their family, and Julie embraced her role as mother and Nonnie. She loved to cook; she served pasta and meatballs to the family every Sunday. When she wasn't in the kitchen, Julie loved fishing at her cottage on Higgins Lake, shopping, and caring for her children and grandchildren.
Julia is survived by 5 children, Paul Grescowle, Mark Grescowle, Maryellen (Tom) Stornant, Gina (Craig) Whelan, and Teresa (Scott) Kummer; 15 grandchildren, Dominic, Carmella, Julia, Robert, Augusta, Anna, Sarah, Tommy, Kera, Andrea, Angelena, Jena, Stevie, Maria and Teresa Rose; sister, Ellen Fata; 6 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and other extended family members; and lifetime friend, Teresa Seely. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, the love of her life for almost 55 years, her parents, and sister, Mary DiVietri. The funeral Mass will be concelebrated by the Rev. Troy Nevins and the Rev. Steve Mattson at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 18, 2020, at Church of the Resurrection, 1505 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the church, the Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Michigan Premier HHC, 312 E. Houghton Avenue, Westbranch, Michigan 48661. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.grlansing.com.
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June 18, 2020
Dear Grescowle Family,
We were saddened to learn of the loss of your Mother. Hopefully your cherished memories will bring you comfort.
Kathleen Kent
June 17, 2020
To the DeMarco/Grescowle family: Your Mother left her mark on the Lansing Community: She was proud of Emil's and we all had good times there. Julie also left an indelible mark on Church of the Resurrection with her Ox-Roast bakery booth. Very sorry for your sad loss.
Paul & Esther Fabiano Family
June 17, 2020
Our Sincere Condolences.
Lynn Hargrove
June 16, 2020
Dear Grescowle family, I am saddened and heartbroken for you all. You know your mom always has a special place in my heart! I am sending love and prayers. Blessings to you all.
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