Dorothy Rae

Dorothy M. Rae, age 90, of Caspian, MI, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at her home. Dorothy was born on August 15, 1923 in Caspian, MI, the daughter of the late Walter and Justine (Pavlik) Piekarski. She attended the Stambaugh schools, graduating from Stambaugh High School in 1941.  She then attended the Iron County Business School and Western Union School. Dorothy married Ward Rae on June 9, 1951 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Gaastra and the couple made their home in Caspian.  They celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary in 2005.  Ward preceded her in death on May 1, 2006. She was a corporate secretary for over 20 years, working for various companies including Oscar Meyer, MCR, and various other small businesses. Dorothy was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Caspian.  An avid Chicago Cubs fan, she also enjoyed reading, working crossword puzzles, embroidery, knitting, and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by two sons, Scott (Cheryl) Rae of Spokane, WA and Brian (Cindee) Rae of San Clemente, CA; one daughter, Jeanne (Michael) Rutherford of Oak Park, CA; two sisters, Florence Busakowski of Iron River and Lucille Michelfelder of Arlington Heights, IL; five grandchildren and two step-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and extended family. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 29, 2014 11:00 a.m.a t St Cecilia Catholic Church, Caspian, with Rev. Gregory Veneklase, Pastor, to offer the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be in Stambaugh Cemetery, Iron River. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Dorothy Rae, please visit our flower store.