Barbara “Basia” Gronet (age 69)
August 13, 2024
Daughter of the late Zygmunt and Irene Basia is survived by her sister Christine (Keith) Burns and their children Andrew (Mesha) and Carolyn (Gregg) Zehentner and their daughter Arizona. She is also survived by many extended family and friends.
Basia was involved in her Polish Heritage and the Polish community of metro Detroit from a very young age. She was brought up in the Polish Youth theatre, Mlody and Galicja Song and Dance Ensemble. When she was old enough to pass her knowledge onto others she was an instructor to many of the area youth groups. Barbara was also very active in the Polish American Congress, Polish Roman Catholic Union, Polish National Alliance, and the American Polish Cultural Society, and still singing with the Filarets Female and Mixed Chorus’s . She was also self employed as the owner of “BJ Arts LLC.”
The family asks that donations be made to the “Filarets Chorus” in Basia’s name.
Visitation
Monday,August 19, 2024 from 4 – 8 PM Rosary 6 PM
Jurkiewicz & Wilk Funeral Home (map)
2396 Caniff
Hamtramck MI 48212
Funeral service
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Lying in state at 9:30 AM until time of funeral mass at 10 AM.
Our Lady Queen of Apostles Catholic Church (map)
3851 Prescott
Hamtramck MI 48212
Inurnment
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 11 AM
Mount Olivet Cemetery (map)
17100 Van Dyke
Detroit MI 48234
Chris, So sorry to hear of your sister’s passing. Sending prayers for her and all who love her.
So sorry to near of this. She was a wonderful oerson. Rest in Peace
Hi Chris,
I just stopped in to let you know that I have been thinking about you. I know it’s kind of surreal to lose a sibling. Basia was such a big part of all of our lives when we were growing up. Even now, a lot of people are feeling the emptiness that her loss brings.
Sending you and your family lots of hugs and love.❤️
Krysia, I know this is going to be a difficult journey for you and your family as you piece together Basia’s affairs and come to terms with losing your only sister. There are so many things to be done, and I know it can be overwhelming. Please know that you are always in our thoughts and prayers for strength, and peace. Basia’s light is shining down on you with love and gratitude for all you have done, and continue to do for her.
I just saw your beautiful artwork on offer up with your typed application. It’s beautiful paper art from 1974, maybe that will brighten your day!