Vera Soave of Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan passed away June 2, 2024 at the age of 94. She was born on November 1, 1929, the daughter of the late Helen and Walter Predragovich. She was the cherished wife of Gerald (deceased). Beloved mother of Jan (Steve) Deters, Carol Mawby-Soave, and Beth Soave. Loving grandmother of Tim (Kaitlin) Deters, Patrick (Sydney) Deters, Emma (Mitch) Bryant and great- grandmother of Clara and Ben Deters, and Coleson Bryant.
Vera was the daughter of Croatian/Serbian immigrants. She was an accomplished cook and baker and was happiest when cooking for family dinners and events. She loved reading cookbooks as much as reading novels.
She loved to travel and play pinochle. She was instrumental in the family traveling throughout the US on now infamous car trips. One of her great joys was spending a week every summer up north at the Homestead with the entire family. She adored her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She motivated her daughters to pursue their dreams. Vera reveled in her daughters’ accomplishments. She enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s various sporting events through the years.
Vera will be remembered for her strong faith and love of family. She graced her family with her time and talents. The family wishes to thank her caregivers for the compassionate care they provided to her. In addition, they would also like to thank the Residential Hospice Team for their care and support.
Lying in state at10 am on June 10 prior to her funeral mass at 11 AM at St. Lucy Catholic Church, 23401 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Red Cross Disaster Services.
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