Annette M. Telesko

Annette M. Telesko, 64, of Plainwell, passed away at her home on Monday, March 30, 2026. She was born August 7, 1961 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Salvatore and Mary Ann Pirozzo. Annette was a dedicated wife and mother and played an active role in the lives of her children and grandchildren. In addition to caring for her husband and children, she had many pets over the years that she welcomed into her home and treated like family. She loved to cook, work puzzles and play card games, and travel.

On October 17, 1992 in Kalamazoo, Annette was united in marriage to Kenneth Telesko who survives; also surviving are four children, Michelle Howard, Amy (Ludd Jr.) Frankenberger, Dan (Hannah) Howard, and Michael (Taylor) Telesko; three grandchildren, Lucy Field, Annabelle Frankenberger and Lucas Frankenberger; six siblings, JoAnn (CJ) Torrence, Larry (Maureen) Pirozzo, Claire (Brian) Gage, Peter (Kathy) Pirozzo, Sam (Brenda) Pirozzo, and Betty (Keith) Bird; along with many other members of her extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter, Samantha, on September 30, 2022.

A private memorial service will be held at Adams – Redmond Funeral Home, Kalamazoo and she will be laid to rest at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Kalamazoo. For those wishing to make a contribution in Annette’s memory, the family suggests Wishbone Pet Rescue Alliance of Allegan County or the ALS Association.