Vanessa Denise Pawlak's obituary , Passed away on May 14, 2025 in Redford, Michigan

Vanessa Denise Pawlak

October 14, 1982 - May 14, 2025 (42 years old)

Redford, Michigan

Vanessa Denise Pawlak's obituary , Passed away on May 14, 2025 in Redford, Michigan

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Charles R. Step Funeral Home

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Vanessa Denise Pawlak

October 14, 1982 - May 14, 2025 (42 years old)

Redford, Michigan

Vanessa Denise Pawlak Obituary

The memory of Vanessa Denise Pawlak (Redford, Michigan), who passed away on May 14, 2025 at the age of 42, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Vanessa Denise Pawlak to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Vanessa may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

She was predeceased by: her father David Byrwa. She is survived by: her mother Denise Byrwa; her children, Cameron and Bradley; her brother Nathan Byrwa; her godmother Diane Plungis; and her pet Marshmallow.

In lieu of flowers, please donate in Vanessa's honor to one of the following of your choice: 1) UofM Alumni Association-Northville there is a go fund me page for her scholarship fund moving forward. https://www.gofundme.com. 2) UofM Medical School Giving to Vascular Surgery Fund, https://giving.umich.edu. 3) George J. and Lucia F. Brewer Endowed Scholarship Fund - School of Genetics, https://giving.umich.edu.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Charles R. Step Funeral Home



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May 20, 2025

Rebecca Ditmer wrote a sympathy message

“Vanessa & I were always teasing each other over UofM & OSU. I sent her this pic after texting her I was so sad as I had to call ASPCA due to a cruelty of animal case. Her beauty inside & out captured a room! I loved watching her grow into an amazing parter @ EY. Much 💙💛 to her family & may her joy confront you in your grief…today I 🥃 to you V❣️”


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May 17, 2025

Jo Leib wrote a sympathy message

“Our heartfelt condolences for your family’s loss. You will be in our prayers.”


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Charles Step Funeral Home and Cremation Services
18425 Beech Daly, Redford Charter Twp, MI 48240

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Charles Step Funeral Home and Cremation Services
18425 Beech Daly, Redford Charter Twp, MI 48240

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May 21

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Hellenic Cultural Center
36375 Joy Rd, Westland, MI 48185

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May 21

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Hellenic Cultural Center
36375 Joy Rd, Westland, MI 48185

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