Lorene F. Layou's Obituary
Lorene F. Layou, age 96 of Hazel Park, Michigan passed away on February 21, 2023. She was born on November 10,1926 in Illinois to Edgar and Metza McClain.
Beloved Wife of the late Charles W. Layou. She is preceded in death by her parents, her son Charles Layou Jr., her sisters Jacqueline Muniz and Sandra (Rodney) Beckham as well as her brother Frank McClain. She is survived by her daughters, Linda (Daniel) Fabiszewski, Deborah (Larry) White and her son Michael (Leah) Layou. She was blessed with a family that includes 16 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grand-children.
Lorene was a devoted Roman Catholic who worshipped at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs in Fraser. Throughout her life she always enjoyed spending time with family, socializing with friends, and watching movies in theatres.
Instate will begin at 9:30 AM with the funeral mass being celebrated at 10:00 am Saturday, February 25th at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs, located at 16414 14 Mile Road, Fraser, MI 48026. Burial services will immediately follow the mass at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township. All guests planning to attend the mass should review the church’s dress code policy:
For Men
Jacket and tie on Sundays and holy days of obligation. No earrings.
For Ladies
A dress or skirt is required; no pants. The skirt must at least cover the knee, and should not be tight or otherwise revealing in any way. Immodest slits are forbidden. Clothing should be loose and not form-fitting. A head covering is also required. See-through blouses are forbidden, as well as clothing which is low-cut either in front or in back.
For Everyone
No tennis shoes, sandals, or denim; even on weekdays. Clothing with writing on it (e.g., sweatshirts or jackets) is also forbidden. Out of respect for the Blessed Sacrament, the standards of Catholic modesty must be observed. Anyone in tight, provocative, or otherwise revealing attire will not be permitted to enter the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Lorene’s church.
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