Martha Diak Michailuk

Martha Michailuk, of Northville, passed away on October 24, 2014 at Henry Ford Hospital in West Bloomfield. She was 73 years old. Martha was born August 6, 1941, in Detroit, to Matilda (nee Burbet) and Walter Diak.

In 1961, Martha married George Michailuk. After their wedding, Martha and George spent their honeymoon in Hawaii. This trip was the first of many over the next fifty years. They traveled all over the United States, including Alaska. Martha and George enjoyed the time that they spent with their family, and their traveling companion Margie Kidon, on cruises to the Caribbean and Bermuda.

When taking a break from their travels, Martha and George worked side by side for fifty years and together opened “George and Martha’s Salon” located in Detroit before moving to Outer Drive in Dearborn. During her time as a hairdresser, Martha had many loyal and long term costumers that eventually became close friends.

Martha was known as a loving wife, caring mother, and proud grandmother. She was very involved in Derek, Alexander and Michelle’s life as they grew. As their number one fan she attended every dance recital, band concert, and sporting event. She treasured the trips she took to visit her grandchildren to see where they lived and studied as they attended college. Martha always supported and encouraged her grandchildren to strive for their best all though school.

Martha is survived by her loving husband George of 51 years. Her son, Gregory (Denise) Michailuk and grandchildren, Derek, Alexander and Michelle Michailuk. She is also survived by her brother, William (Darlene) Diak, her sister, Julie Ann Diak, and five nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Monday, October 27, 2014, from 2 to 8pm at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., in Livonia. A Panakhyda will be held at 7pm on Monday. A Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 10am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 26667 Joy Rd., in Dearborn Heights. Friends may visit the church beginning at 9:30am.