KUDOS!

BY MICHELLE LETOURNEAU (OAKLAND)

Happy Retirement to Rosanne Hostnik, Wayne County, who retired on October 31, 2025 after 37-years working for the Wayne County Friend of the Court.  Rosanne began her journey at the Wayne County Friend of the Court March 1, 1988 and was appointed to the position of Domestic Relations Referee in 1997.  Rosanne was a mentor to new Referees at the Friend of the Court and treated litigants, attorneys, and co-workers with respect and dignity.   Thank you for your years of service and dedication to Wayne County families.  Enjoy your well-deserved retirement!
 
Kudos to Katelyn Andrews (f/k/a Katelyn Schaffer), Ottawa County, for her appointment to the State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section Council.  In addition, Katelyn was appointed by RAM as our representative on the Juvenile Justice Partnership Committee.  Even more exciting, kudos to Katelyn for becoming a mom!  Congratulations, Katelyn!!
 
Congratulations to Cheryl Sweeney, Monroe County, for her appointment to the Monroe County Probate Court bench by Governor Whitmer.  Judge Sweeney was previously the Chief Juvenile Court Referee in Monroe County.   Judge Sweeney will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the families of Monroe County that she continues to serve in her new role.

Congratulations to Hon. Jolene Clearwater, Allegan County, on becoming a RAM Honorary Lifetime Member! 

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Don’t be shy about sending your professional, personal, and community involvement accomplishments to be recognized in this section. We love celebrating the multi-talented, multifaceted professionals in our group! ​Please forward anything you’d like to share about yourself or a colleague by emailing Michelle Letourneau (Oakland) at ​​[email protected] anytime throughout the year.