Obituary of Robert Emil Kartowsky

Kartowsky, Robert Emil age 89, passed away early Monday morning, January 21, 2019 at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. Robert was born November 19, 1929 in Inkster, MI the son of John and Gertrude (Newbert) Kartowsky. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Robert was united in marriage to the former Teresa Herm on December 29, 1979; she preceded him in death on April 12, 2011. Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, coin collecting and especially photography. Robert is survived by his children; Dennis Teplinski of AR, Patricia and her husband Jeffery Reynolds of Saginaw, five grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; step-children: Michael, Patrick and Thomas Sullivan and Susan Bell. Besides his wife Teresa, Robert was preceded in death by a great-grandchild; Kaylynn Reynolds and a step-son; Timothy Sullivan. FUNERAL: A funeral service for Robert will be held on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 1:00 PM from Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). Pastor Marilyn Robinson to officiate the service. Final committal services will conclude at Oakwood Mausoleum. VISITATION: Family and friends may gather at Deisler Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 from 1:00-6:00pm and again Thursday, from 12:00 pm until the time of service. MEMORIALS: Those planning a memorial contribution are asked to consider Resurrection Lutheran Church. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com