Obituary of Marie Cecile Sowulewski

SOWULEWSKI, Marie Cecile of Saginaw, Michigan passed away peacefully after a life long battle with diabetes on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at Covenant HealthCare - Cooper. She was 58 years of age. Marie C. Stickney was born on November 27, 1953 in Bad Axe, Michigan to the late Alvin and Irma (Stein) Stickney. Marie was a 1971 graduate of Bad Axe High School. Marie and Greg Sowulewski were married on May 3, 1975 and from that union came two sons. She had been employed by the Catholic Diocese of Saginaw and Second National Bank, and in 1981 graduated from Delta College with an associate degree in Business Studies in Management. For the rest of her professional life she was self-employed as an accountant and income tax specialist for many people. Marie was a member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Marie enjoyed sports and was active in basketball, softball, and bowling. She also enjoyed music, especially French Acadian fiddle music and played guitar during her high school years. As wife and mother, she took meticulous care of home and yard, and tended a large and abundant garden. Through her life she tackled each day with high energy, strong will, and a unique sense of humor that brought joy to those around her. Surviving are two sons; Brian Sowulewski, Jason Sowulewski and two sisters; Nancy (Jim) Block and Eileen (Pete) Manza. Also surviving is a dear friend and caregiver, Elaine Kennedy; nine nieces and nephews; two aunts and many cousins. The family wishes to thank the staff members and caregivers at Community Village and Covenant HealthCare for their care and concern for their dear mother and sister, Marie. FUNERAL - Marie's Funeral Liturgy will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 6400 McCarty Rd. Rev. Fr. James Carlson will officiate. In accordance with Marie's wishes cremation has taken place. VISITATION - Friends are welcome to visit with Marie's family on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. until the 10:00 a.m. Mass. MEMORIALS - In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to honor Marie with a memorial to American Diabetes Association, Community Village, or St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Please feel free to share your thoughts and memories at the church or through www.deislerfuenralhome.com.