Delores Schwedt

Delores was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 30, 1935 to Edward and Dorthea Grassle. Delores attended St. Bridgett Catholic School and graduated from Immaculata High School in 1954, both in Detroit. Delores and her sister, Mary Lou, were raised in the Catholic faith, lived in faith and died in faith.

She lived her life with a deep connection to God, centered on living out the teachings of Jesus Christ and participating in the life of the Church. She found her greatest joy in God’s presence, charitable work with the impoverished and surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

Delores married Ralph Schwedt in 1960 after meeting at an Irish dance. They had 5 children, Teresa, Richard, Christina, Carolyn and Eric. They raised their children in Livonia, MI and were parishioners of St. Edith Catholic Church.

She was an amazing Mother who loved and supported her children through her compassionate, loving, and gentle self. She was generous with her time with others, selfless, she was adorably funny and could make you laugh instantly. Once her grandchildren were born, she spent her days exploring with them and having fun with enormous love.

She spread her gentleness, joy and kindness with strangers and friends, alike. She was an avid walker and bicyclist. You would often see her puppy in the basket on her bike while riding through the neighborhood.

Delores is survived by her children Teresa (Tom), Richard, Christina (Charles), Carolyn (Liem), Eric (Shannon) and her 9 grandchildren – Nicholas, Joseph, Amelia, Alayna, Sophia, Isabella, Alexander, Gabriella, Anna Oliva, Randy, and Ty.

Delores is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; her sister, Mary Lou; her parents Edward and Dorthea; and many friends and relatives.

Delores loved her faith and our Lord Jesus Christ. She loved her family and was deeply loved. She will be missed.

Visitation and funeral mass on November 13, 2026, Friday at St. Edith Catholic Church in Livonia. Lying in state at 10:15 am in the with funeral mass at 11:00 am.

Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association and Angela Hospice.