Carol J. Loritz

She was born on July 15, 1941 in Escanaba, daughter to John J. and Viola E. (Gannon) Dubord.

On January 26, 1974, Carol married Alvin R. Loritz in Escanaba. They have lived in Escanaba the majority of their lives besides a brief time that they resided in Florida.

Carol enjoyed going to the casino, shopping, and loved dogs. She was a member of the hearing-impaired group in Escanaba.

Among survivors are her husband, Alvin of Escanaba; two children, Linda (Mike) Derusha of Plainfield, Ill. and David Loritiz of Escanaba; grandchildren, Anthony Derusha (Staci Tepper), Christian Derusha, and Brandon Loritz; two brothers, Ronald Dubord and Richard (Laurie) Dubord; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Andrew Loritz; daughter in law, Sharon Loritz; and brother, Robert.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, May 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Crawford Funeral Home, 302 S. 13th St., Escanaba. The funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. with Rev. Darryl Pepin officiating.

Burial will be in Norway Cemetery. A message of condolence may be directed to the family by visiting www.crawfordfuneralhomes.net.

The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the Loritz family.