Rosemary Agnes Byle

Rosemary Agnes Byle, age 100 of Westland, passed away on October 21, 2020. Rosemary was born on October 4, 1920 in Detroit, Michigan to her parents, the late Eddie and Cornelia (nee´ Karpp) McGrath.

She is the beloved and devoted wife of the late Bernard Byle. They were married at St. Catherine Catholic Church in Detroit on May 25, 1948. They celebrated 48 years of marriage until Bernard passed away on September 13, 1996. Rosemary is also the loving mother of six children - Suzanne (Ray) Mote, Kathleen (David) Bailey, Patricia Byle, Julie (Bill) Prochazka, Peter (Colleen) Byle and Matthew (Carolyn) Byle; proud grandmother of Katherine (Paul) Schrems, Andrew Bailey, David Bailey, Matthew Byle, Melissa Byle, William Byle, Brittney Osterander, Lauren Prochazka, Mike (Amy) Prochazka and Jeff Powrozek and step-great grandmother of Wyatt. She is pre-deceased by her infant son, the late Robert Byle. She is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by her many nieces and nephews.

Rosemary was a dedicated wife and mother first and foremost. She cherished her husband Bernard and their 48 years together as well as each and everyone of her children. She was a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. All who loved her dearly will never forget her undying love and caring for them.

Her family says she left us such a wonderful example of one who faced the ups and downs of her life with such a calm acceptance and grace. No one ever heard a single complaint from Rosemary - especially in the last couple of years that at times were very difficult for her. She had a lovely singing voice and when she was young, she often performed on Belle Isle with her dad while her mom played the piano. She always remained very interested in current events and was always well-informed regarding world affairs. Most importantly, her cheerful outlook was firmly rooted in her Catholic faith which meant the world to her.

Friends may visit the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main Street, Plymouth on Sunday, October 25th, 2020 from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, October 26th beginning at 10:30 A.M. at St. Kenneth Catholic Church, 14952 North Haggerty Road, Plymouth.

As of October 6, 2020, we are permitted to increase the amount of people allowed for visitations and funerals. We still ask that visitors use social distance guidelines and please wear a face mask.

Please be advised that in observance of the Governmental Order from the State of Michigan and the current COVID-19 situation, when in attendance at the visitation and funeral service, we kindly ask for the safety and well-being of the families we serve and for your health, that everyone practice social distancing and consideration for other guests in attendance. Please refrain from handshaking and embracing family members and one another.

For those who cannot attend and wish to view the Funeral Service in a safe environment, the funeral will be live streamed.

Those who wish to honor the memory of Rosemary Agnes Byle are invited to consider a contribution to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mount Elliott Street, Detroit, Michigan 48207. Contribution envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home and at St. Kenneth.