Irene M. Tuchowski Age 93 Crystal Falls, MIDied Monday, May 2, 2011 at Northstar Health System, Iron River. Born September 18, 1917 in Crystal Falls, MI The daughter of the late John and Mary (Labay) Ballo attended and graduated from the Crystal Falls schools. Irene married John Tuchowski on June 16, 1947 in Crystal Falls, and the couple made their home in Crystal Falls Township. John preceded her in death in 1995. Irene was a member of the Guardian Angels Catholic Church of Crystal Falls and a member of the VFW Auxiliary. She was a terrific aunt, who enjoyed gardening, walking, traveling and playing cards. Irene will be missed for her kindness and generosity and for all the joy she brought to those who knew her. She was also preceded in death by her brother, John Ballo and two sisters, Anna and Matilda Ballo. She is survived by her "daughter," Therese Ballo of Escanaba, MIOne brother, Rudy (Elaine) Ballo of Crystal FallsOne sister, Helen (Hugo) Johnson of Crystal FallsNieces, nephews and extended familyVisitation: Wednesday, May 4, 2011 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron River. Funeral Service: Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Guardian Angels Church, Crystal Falls, with Rev. Jeffery Kurtz to offer the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment: Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Crystal Falls Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron River.