Age 61, of Farmington Hills. Born in Dearborn, Michigan.

Al fought a courageous and lenghty fight against head and neck cancer. He is a retired Sergeant of the Detroit Police Department and proud Army Veteran of Vietnam.

Beloved husband of Donna Mistele for 23 years. Loving father of Michelle and Christine Malesky. Dear brother of Mariann Gierczak, Charles and Michael Malesky.

Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Avenue, downtown Farmington (1 blk. W. of Farmington Road).

The Funeral Service will be PRIVATE.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Believe in Miracle Fund, Providence Health Foundation, 22255 Greenfield Rd., Ste. 228, Southfield, MI 48075.