Gabriele Bodlak Hess Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Gabriele Bodlak Hess of Howell, Michigan. Gabriele, born on May 9, 1946, passed away on October 1, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gabriele Bodlak Hess to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Gabriele for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Gabriele’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Jaroslav Bodlak and Ingeborg Bodlak (Meinke); her children, Denise Elya (Steve) and Raymond Hess (Vanessa); and her granddaughters, Paige and Hazel.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Keehn-Griffin Funeral Home (706 W Main St, Brighton, MI 48116). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 at 6:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Alzheimer's Association.
