Lorraine Anne Nozewski

Lorraine Anne Nozewski August 21, 1946 – November 23, 2025 Lorraine “Lori” Anne Nozewski, age 79, of Westland, Michigan, returned to God on November 23, 2025. Born on August 21, 1946, Lori was the second-born child of Emilia Mordarski, and was raised by her mother and her stepfather, Edward Mordarski. She grew up in Detroit’s Polish neighborhood known as Poletown. As a child, Lori enjoyed swimming at Silver Lake and playing basketball. Her brother, (the late Ronald) held a special place in her heart, and she was a beloved aunt to his sons Ronnie Jr. (Tracy), John (Anne), Edward (Christine). One of Lori’s favorite childhood memories was seeing Elvis Presley perform. She also snuck into multiple Red Wings games at Olympia with her brother. At 17, while a senior at Holy Redeemer High School, the boy across the street — her best friend, Gerald “Jerry” Nozewski — asked her to marry him. She proudly accepted, hiding her engagement ring from the nuns at school. Jerry and Lori married in 1964. Jerry worked for Ford Motor Company, and Lori, with her gift for gab and positivity, became a successful fur saleswoman at the Woodward shop in Hudson’s. A year later, their daughter Corrine (Joseph) was born. Nine years after that, they welcomed their son Jerry Jr., and five years later, their son Tony (Elin). Lori loved to say she had children in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Lori’s children filled her with pride. She was always ready to show photos and share stories about her kids and grandchildren. When she was physically able, she rarely missed a game, concert, or event — she was the mom and grandma cheering in the stands. A natural storyteller, Lori loved to talk — to strangers in the grocery store line, to friends and family on the phone, and to just about anyone nearby. She always had a story, a song, and, often, a joke. Upon Jerry’s retirement, the two achieved their dream of buying a home in Fort Myers, where they lived until Jerry passed away unexpectedly doing what he loved — playing golf. Ever resilient and optimistic, Lori returned to Michigan, where she found passion and purpose caring for her first two grandchildren, Rachel and Kyle, who affectionately called her “Moya”, a nickname that stuck and spread beyond the kids. She spent most of her working life watching her grandchildren. They were first, everyone else was second. She enjoyed trips back to Fort Myers with Mike and Laura Paluk, time sitting by the pool, drinking a glass of wine, and getting as much dip as humanly possible on each chip. Lori’s television was always tuned to the Detroit Tigers, Lions, Red Wings, and Pistons. She knew last night’s score, the star players, and always had a more positive opinion on their performance and the season’s outlook than her sons. She always said “yes” to the many social invitation that would come her way and was quick to sing, smile, and laugh — especially at herself. Selfless in spirit, Lori even kept her Parkinson’s diagnosis private for years because she didn’t want her friends to feel sorry for her. As her mobility declined, she refused to let it keep her from Sunday Mass. A woman of deep faith, she never missed a service and was known for sending thoughtful cards to loved ones that always ended with, “Love and God Bless.” Lori’s family takes comfort in knowing she shed the earthly body that was no longer serving her and is now reunited with the love of her life. Let’s honor her wishes to not feel sorry but to celebrate her ascent to heaven. The holidays were her favorite time of year. Lori’s home was a close second to Bronner’s when it comes to Christmas decor. We know she would love for you to think of her as you decorate your home for Christmas and let yourself indulge in that “one more decoration”. Lori is survived by her three children: Corrine, Jerry Jr., and Tony; her four grandchildren: Rachel, Kyle, Anthony, and Ashton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Nozewski; her parents; and her brother Ronald. Visitation will be held Friday, November 28 from 1-8 p.m. (rosary at 7 p.m.) at Vermeulen-Sajewski Funeral Home, 46401 Ann Arbor Road West, Plymouth, Michigan. The Funeral Mass will take place Saturday, November 29 at 1:00 p.m. (in state at 12:30 PM) at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church at 47650 North Territorial Road, Plymouth, Michigan. Interment will follow at St. Hedwig. Any charitable donations on her behalf may be made to the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson’s, 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 185, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. To share a memory, please use the Share a Memory tab on this webpage.

Lorraine Anne Nozewski

August 21, 1946 - November 23, 2025