Mary Louise "Abuelita" Norander's Obituary
Mary Louise “Abuelita” Norander, age 89 of Hazel Park, Michigan, formerly of Southwest Detroit, where she was born and raised, passed away on June 22, 2022 at her home. She was born on January 11, 1933 in Detroit, Michigan to Simon and Maria Munoz.
Beloved wife of the late James Norander, Sr. Mary is pre-deceased by her son James Norander, Jr (survived by his wife, Cathy Norander). She is survived by her children Sue (Rose) Norander, Joan (Bob) Lozenich, John (Paula) Norander, Marty Norander, Greg (Peggy) Norander, Phil (Nancy) Norander, and Mark (Jill) Norander. Grandmother of 13 and great-grandmother of 12. She is survived by her sister, Marie Tomanek, and is pre-deceased by 6 brothers and 8 sisters.
Mary was known as “Grandmother” to some but known as “Abuelita” to everyone.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, June 29th, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Instate will begin on Thursday, June 30th, at 9:30 am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:00 am at Most Holy Redeemer Church, located at 1721 Junction Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48209.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Most Holy Redeemer Church, 1721 Junction Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48209.
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