Theodore R. Mushenski

Theodore "Ted" R. Mushenski, 102, of Grosse Pointe Woods, passed away peacefully in his sleep Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Ted was born June 7, 1923, in Detroit, to Peter and Helen (nee Ladach) Mushenski. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 61 years, Virginia; brother, Thomas (Rosemary); and sister, Theresa Manning (Lawrence). He is survived by his only daughter, Suzi Kole (Dr. Edward Sarrine); grandchildren, Nicole Sarrine and Eddie Sarrine (Alexandra); two great-grandchildren, Trip and Charlie; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ted graduated from St. Joseph Catholic High School in 1941. He then was drafted into the U.S. Army and served in World War II. Upon completion of his service, he returned to Detroit and married the love of his life, Virginia. They moved to Grosse Pointe Woods in 1955, where the family lived their entire lives. The home still is in the family after more than 70 years.

Ted attended night school at the University of Detroit while working at Ford Motor Co., in the accounting payroll division. He graduated with a degree in accounting and was a dedicated employee at Ford until he retired in 1985.

He loved spending time traveling extensively with Virginia to foreign countries and visiting his family in Florida. Ted was deeply religious and was a founding member of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church. He was on the church's board, Star Seniors Group, for two years. He also was a member of Delta Sigma Pi fraternity, Knights of Columbus, Fraternal Order of Police, the Elks, Grosse Pointe Men's Club, Fairlane Club, Grosse Pointe Investment Club and Disabled American Veterans.

He will be remembered by those who knew him for his sharp mind, joke telling, kind heart, deep faith and unwavering dedication to his family, friends and neighbors. His kindness, patience and giving spirit will be missed by all who knew him.

A memorial Mass will be held at noon Saturday, Oct. 18, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 467 Fairford, Grosse Pointe Woods. He will be interred at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly.

Memorial donations may be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48207, cskdetroit.org/more-than-about-food; or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105