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William Wolanin Obituary

William S. Wolanin, age 71, of Sterling Heights, passed away October 2, 2010. Loving father of Jeffrey (Emily), Craig (Chantal), and Christopher Wolanin. Grandfather of Kathryn, Claire, Christian, Camille, and Caroline. Brother of Barbara (Wayne) Doyle and Pamela (Jim) Maiga. Memorial Mass Wednesday October 6, 2010 12:30 p.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church 1400 Inglewood, Rochester. Suggested memorials to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are in the care of the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, Rochester. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Macomb Daily on Oct. 4, 2010.

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Fred Schwark III

October 20, 2010

Dear Jeff, Craig, & Chris.....Very sorry and sad to hear about your Father. My thoughts & prayers are with each of you and I hope you find solice in that he is now in a better place.

October 6, 2010

so deeply sorry to hear of Bill's passing . He was a good friend and a very fine attorney. May he rest in eternal peace within the arm's of our loving Lord. I shall forever have fond memories of him and his fine since of humor. God bless you Bill, Your friend Joseph S. Raich

Karen Gerling

October 5, 2010

So sorry about your loss. It has been years but I still remember our good times. Many, many years ago. Keep his memory in your hearts.

Ted Bates

October 5, 2010

GOODBYE TO A GREAT FRIEND AND ATTORNEY.

MANY MANY FOND MEMORIES.

Frank&Carol McLean

October 4, 2010

10-4-2010
Rest in Peace,Bill

Reggie Sauger

October 4, 2010

Bill was my attorney, golf pal, gin rummy partner, traveling companion and a wonderful friend. I will always have good memories of Bill Wolanin.

October 4, 2010

My deepest sympathy to all of you!!!
Lori Jones

RON JONES SR

October 4, 2010

BILL WAS ONE NICE GUY. WE HAD A LOT OF FUN TIMES AND LAUGHS TOGETHER. FRASER HOCKEYLAND AND THE PENALTY BOX. NOBODY COULD CHEW PIZZA LIKE "BIG BILL" RIP BUDDY!

Stephanie & Michael Panzarino

October 4, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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