Birth date: Nov 15, 1916 Death date: Oct 28, 2016
Genevieve Rose “Donnie” Rajewski, age 99, passed away Friday evening, October 28, 2016. She was born November 15, 1916 in Manistee, MI to Joseph and Julia (Dufon) Oleniczak. Mrs. Rajewski had worked for the St. Michael School lunc Read Obituary
Elaine,
I send my sympathies on the loss of your mom. It sounds like she was a special person to many. How wonderful to have had her until nearly her 100th birthday! May you and your family enjoy lots of good memories of her as you mourn her at the same time. My heart is with you.
Alice Wathen
I struggle with the reality that I am over 1,300 miles away and am unable to say my final farewells to my precious Aunt Donnie. She touched the lives of so very many people in a multitude of different ways. As I sit here reflecting, memories of the "traveling" Christmas' in FreeSoil come to mind. On occasion, she would join us as we celebrated from Aunt Clara's to Aunt Virginia's to Uncle Buddy's to (my Dad) Uncle Sonny's. The celebration of food, laughter, accordians and singing make my heart happy, but mostly the sense of family is what I cherish most...and what I miss most. The annual reunions down by "the property" on the river were always something to look forward to in the summer. Who would get thrown in the river this time? Joe and Julia's offspring were the center of the celebration and how we loved to see them laugh, joke and reminisce together. My trips to Muskegon and the house on Larch Street in the summer as a kid. Her helping Rita and I make clothes for our Barbie dolls. Waking up to Auntie's voice wanting Rita to get up and go to the store for her because she needed some baking powder for whatever she was making. I remember going for her several times myself! Much later when she was living on Barclay, I would pick her up occasionally on my way North so she could visit with Aunt Virginia. I loved those trips from Muskegon to FreeSoil. We would talk non-stop. Mostly, she would tell stories of "the farm" and growing up there. Somethings I would know from my Dad, but sometimes he left out the things he probably would rather I not have known...mostly silly things. Aunt Donnie shared those with me and we would laugh and I would swear never to tell anyone. My last visit with her was in the summer. Although we did not talk as much, I knew she was happy to see me and I so enjoyed my time with her. As I rose to leave, I leaned over and gave her a kiss and told her I loved her. And her final words to me as I walked out the door will always be with me..."I love you more....." I will miss you, Auntie, but just know that you are having one heck of a reunion up there in Heaven with all those you loved who left before you. And to Marilyn, Elaine, Tom, Gloria and Rita, my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your cherished Mother. You have so many memories to keep her in your heart. Remember...with smiles.
Love you all ~ Leanne
St. Michael's had the best lunch ladies. There was always a smile or kind word for everyone. We had the best food. I am sure Mrs. Rajewski and Mrs. Burcon will be cooking some wonderful food for our dear Lord. The food I miss is the BBQs and the hamburger gravy. I am so sorry for your loss, Mrs. Rajewski was a wonderful person. the Rajewski family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Doppel
Marilyn, Elaine, Gloria & all of your families. So sorry your dear, dear mom passed away.May all the fun times you all shared with her help you get through this very sad time. ((hugs)) to all of you.
Mary (Mickey McMahon) Topp
Kary and I are very saddened by your loss. What a great tribute to her that she left such wonderful kids.
A very nice, classy lady that shared a nursing home room with or friend Bonnie Gifford. Got to know her well. Always such a pleasant and welcoming lady. Stan and I will miss her a lot. Our friend Bonnie has already welcomed her in heaven.
What a wonderful memory you gave me. Donnie was a friend of my mom's (Gen) and I so enjoyed when the ladies came over for bridge club. My job was to ensure that the candy dishes were filled with bridge mix. Your mom was such a lovely lady.
Pam Riley-Barbier
Elaine & family,
I am so sorry to read about your mom. She is now in the arms of our Lord and Savior where she is enjoying her eternal reward in Heaven. I know this is a difficult time and you have my condolences going forward. R.I.P., Mrs. Rajewski, R.I.P. You will be missed by many.
Gloria, Ed and Family we were so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a very special lady and will be dearly missed. Our hearts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May God give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Take Care & God Bless,
Ron & Bev Ring
