Dolores Ann Delaney

Dolores was born in Saginaw Michigan to Hulda and Paul Kruske. She attended St. Andrew School through 12th grade and graduated with both college preparation and business backgrounds. After high school, she and her 4 brothers: Paul, James (Kenneth), Russell and Robert enlisted in various branches of the armed services and served during World War II. Dolores was the secretary to a commander for her entire years of service and was stationed in Miami, Florida.

After leaving the military, she attended Michigan State Normal College and met her love, Herbert Joseph Delaney, who was to be her husband for 33 years until his death. Herb and Dolores had 3 children: Cheryl Ann (John Kreger), Patricia Louise Delaney (Leonard Bawol) and Pamela Jean (Robert Carefelle).

Dolores received her undergraduate degree from Wayne State University and her Masters from Eastern Michigan University. She taught for 26 years in South Redford School District in both the classroom and as a Reading Consultant. She loved the students and made many life- long friends.

Dolores was active throughout her life and enjoyed extensive travel, golf, bowling, bridge, pinochle, cross country skiing, as well as ballroom and line dancing. Wherever Dolores went she had fun and added a touch of glamour and class.

Dolores will be missed by her 3 daughters, 9 grandchildren, 13 great grand children, her love for 15 years, Benjamin Hain, as well as many friends.

The family is most grateful to all who have shown care and kindness: Angela Hospice, Ben Hain, Fr. Gary and St. Collette Parish, and her friends.

Donations can be made to the Herbert and Dolores Delaney Scholarship at Mercy High School or to the charity of choice in Dolores’ name.

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Colette Church, 17600 Newburgh Road in Livonia on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 10:30am. Friends may visit the church beginning at 10:00am.