Wendell Ann Staroba

STAROBA, WENDELL ANN- Of Grand Blanc, age 75, passed away Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital. 

Celebration of life will be held at 2pm Monday, November 3, 2025, at Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Deacon Ronald Kenney officiating.

Visitation will be from 11am Monday till the time of service at the funeral home. 

It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of Wendell (“Wendy”) Staroba, a truly remarkable woman whose heart and spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. 

Wendy was the kind of person who made everyone feel like family. She had a gift for making others feel seen, valued, and loved—always ready with a listening ear, a comforting word, or a laugh that could brighten the darkest of days. She was a calming presence in every storm and the first to lift you up when life felt heavy. She celebrated the joys of others as if they were her own, and her selflessness knew no bounds. 

She is survived by her devoted sisters, Mary and Kathy; her five loving daughters, Jennifer (Scott), Stephanie (Brett), Aimee (George), Sarah (Sean), and Samantha (Casey); her steadfast companion and supporter, Paul; and her eleven cherished grandchildren, who were the light of her life. 

Wendy is reunited with those who went before her — her dear father and mother, Thomas and Marion, her two brothers, Tim and Michael, and her sister, Kelly. Together again, they embrace in the warmth of heaven’s light. 

To know Wendy was to know grace, compassion, and unconditional love. She will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to call her mother, sister, Nana, or friend. Her legacy will live on in the countless lives she touched and the warmth she spread so freely. 

The family asks that you honor her memory by showing kindness to someone in need—just as she always did. 

Contributions may be directed to Whaley’s Children Center.