Kenneth C. Willougbhy

Kenneth C. Willoughby, age 79, a 40 year resident of Washington Twp., passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2007 at his home.  Ken was born February 2, 1928 in Detroit, the son of Dale and Bertha (Elliot) Willoughby.  He married Antoninette Leonardi on Oct. 24, 1953 at Santa Maria Catholic Church in Detroit.  Ken worked for Western Electric (AT & T) for 30 years before retiring in 1987.  Upon retirement, he enjoyed  remodeling his home, dancing, traveling, fishing and traveling.  Ken served his Country during Korea in the Army and belonged to the America Legion, (Victor I. Rieck Post # 351 in Utica).  Their family also belonged to St John & Paul Catholic Church in Washington Twp.       Ken is survived by his wife Antoninette, children:  Barry (Claudia) of Attica, Greg (Laurie) of Sterling Heights, Susy Smith of Oakland Twp., Jeff (Renee) of Washington Twp, and Annette Romero & Janine (Pieter) Winne both of Marine City.  Also survived by 15 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren along with siblings:  Carol Butler of Clinton Twp., Bob (Kay) Willoughby of Houston, TX., Patrick Willoughby of Strawberry Plains, TN. & sister in laws, Kathy, Loretta, and Dorothy Willoughby.    Ken was preceded in death by his son in law, Scott Smith, along with his brothers Bill, Al, Charles, and John.      Funeral services will take place on Monday, March 5 at 11 AM at St John & Paul Catholic Church with Fr. David Buersmeyer officiating.  Donations to the St John & Paul Catholic Church, American Legion or to Hospice of Henry Ford  would be appreciated.  Visitation will take place on Sat. from 6-9 and on Sun from 2-9 at the Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home, Romeo. Visitation: Visitation Times Sat from 6-9 & Sun from 2-9 Malburg Funeral Home