| Save ad Agnes Marie Grunst, 82, of Holland, died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008. in Appledorn Living Center of Holland. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, corner of 13th Street and Maple Avenue. Visitation is 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St. www.lifestorynet.com
Aileen Miller, 82, of Battle Creek, Mich., passed away Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at the Battle Creek Health System surrounded by her loving family. She was born Jan. 16, 1926, in Three Rivers, a daughter of James and Olive (Harris) Abshire. Aileen was a 1943 graduate of Three Rivers High School, graduated from the Good Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing in Cincinnati and worked as a registered nurse at Three Rivers Hospital for several years. On June 29, 1947, she was married to Stan Miller in Three… Alden F. Ferguson, age 76 years, passed away Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at Hillsdale Medical Care Facility. He was born on Jan. 20, 1932 in Adrian, the son of Clyde V. and Dortha (Warren) Ferguson. He was a lifelong resident of the Hudson area and he married Marjorie M. “Boots” Cook on Nov. 19, 1955 in Adrian. She preceded him in death on Oct. 26, 2006. Alden retired from Hydro Aluminum after 51 years of service. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War where he received… Alma Nance Gomez, 45, of Holland, died Oct. 1, 2008, at her home. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St. GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Amy Margaret VanOuwerkerk, the stillborn child of James and Lisa VanOuwerkerk, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, in Green Bay. Ann Kerbawy Reed, 87, of Blissfield passed away on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, at the Lake Park Nursing Facility in Sylvania, Ohio. Ann was born on Feb. 17, 1921, to Maida and Abe Kerbawy. She was predeceased by her sister, Lucile, and brothers, Fayiz, Page and Edward. On June 5, 1943, Ann married Paul Reed who died in October of 1995. Survivors include James (Gayle) Reed of Dayton, Ohio, and Susan (David) Enslin of Flower Mound, Texas, and grandsons, Matthew and Marc Enslin of Irving, Texas. Ann was a very… . . . Detailed View Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. CAMP Mrs. Audrey L. Van Camp, aged 96, of Lowell, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2008. Funeral Services will be held 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave. Visitation will be held Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral chapel. Memorials and condolences to Audrey's family may be shared at www.stegenga funeralchapel.com. A completer obituary will be in Sunday Press. www.stegengafuneralchapel.com Saturday and Sunday 2-8 p.m. Prayers 7 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Rd. (S. of 18 Mile) and Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Louis Catholic Community (Harper and Crocker Blvd.). visit online at Friday, October 3, 2008 3-9 p.m. and Saturday, October 4, 2008 10 a.m.-2 p.m., immediately followed by a Funeral Service at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia, MI 48152. former longtime accountant at Ford Motor Co. and World War II veteran, passed away August 24 at age 90 in Spring Hill, Florida. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy; his sister, Shirley Berry Wever; his daughter, Ann (Jay) Knutsen; sons Michael Blanchard and Richard (Torya) Blanchard; and step daughters Donelle Soderstrom and Darlene (Lawrence) Kerekes, 13 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his former wife, Audrey Ferriman Blanchard; his sister, Barbara Martin;… 4-7 p.m. Saturday and 2-7 p.m. Sunday at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Much beloved husband of Janice Bronstein and the late Rita Bronstein. Adored dad to Wendy Jaffe, Peggy Bronstein, Nancy (Andy Moudy) Bronstein, and Judy (Terry) Yarber. Loving Papa of Rita, Clark, Grant, and Chase. Brother of Martin (Madeline) Bronstein, Millie Mintz, and the late Merle (Ellanore) Bronstein, Mary (Abe) Riskin, Becky (Willard) Zamsky, and Dorothy (Max) Ellis, Rae (Jack) Kaplan. Brother-in-law of Judy Kay and Richard (Ronna) Kay. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, great friends,… Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Sunday 4:30 p.m. In state Monday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. time of Mass at St. Angela Church, 25001 Chippendale (10 Mile Rd., 2 blocks E. of Kelly and W. of I-94). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to Alzheimer's Association appreicated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at IRONWOOD, Mich.-- Barbara "Annie" Danielson, 75, of Park Street in Ironwood, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008. Bernice Finney, 88, of Bay City, died at home Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008. Betty England, age 75, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2008. She was preceded in death by an infant son, Jeffrey England. She was a member of Rose Park Baptist Church and former member of First Baptist Church of Holland and New Richmond Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, the Reverend Doctor Lawrence England; children, Marty and Shirley England of Holland, Barbara and Tim McKessy of Saugatuck, Shari and John Trautmann of Holland; seven grandchildren, Roxanne and Dan Kaynor,… Betty Jean MacIntyre, 81, of Midland, died Wednesday morning, Sept. 17, 2008 at Brittany Manor Nursing Home. She was born April 16, 1927 in Charleston, Illinois, the daughter of the late Clayton and Zola (Hudson) Swift. Bonnie Lynn Herrick May 4, 1954-Sept. 14, 2008 Bonnie Herrick, 54, of College Station passed away Sunday, September 14, 2008, at her residence. Visitation was held at Callaway-Jones Funeral Home. She was born in Monroe, Michigan, and had been a resident of College Station for 28 years. HAMP, Brenda Jean - Age 59, of Fenton, died Friday, September 26, 2008. Funeral services will be held 1:30PM Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St. Linden with Rev. Jim Reed officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Linden. Visitation will be held 9AM - 9PM Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Brenda Hamp Memorial Fund. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of… Brenda Kay Henriksen, 47, of Scottville, passed away Sunday, Sept. 28 at her home. Brenda was born July 24, 1961 in Ludington, the daughter of Donald E. and Norrine (Hillier) Henriksen. She grew up an... Thursday 4-9 p.m. Friday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary 7:00 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 ½ Mile Rd.) Warren. In state Saturday 9:00 a.m. at St. Martin De Porres 31555 Hoover, Warren until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. 79, was born in Detroit, MI July 3, 1929, passed away in his home in Green Valley, Arizona, September 18, 2008. He was preceeded in death by his parents Rose and James Carter, brother James Carter, and wife, Doris Carter. Bill is survived by his sister Anne Olis of Dearborn, MI, sister-in-law Alice Carter of Detroit, MI, daughter Kathie Logan of Tucson, AZ, son Tom Krantz of College Grove, Tennessee, son Mart Krantz of Sterling Heights, MI., six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Bill was a Korean… Saturday 1-5 p.m. Interment Eternal Hills Memory Gardens, Snellville, Georgia. Family suggest donations to Affinity Hospice of Life, 15450 Northline Rd., Suite 102, Southgate, MI 48195 or Forecast for Life Church, 10175 Groh Rd., Grosse Ile, MI 48138. Caroline “Carrie” E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. Charles Maynard Manley, age 78, of Tecumseh passed away Sept. 29, 2008, at Herrick Memorial Hospital surrounded by members of the family he loved. Charlie was born at home on Kilbuck Street in Tecumseh on Feb. 28, 1930, the oldest son of Charles J. and Blanche Elizabeth (Maynard) Manley. He shared his parents with his brother Robert and sister Marilyn. His father was a member of the Tecumseh Fire Department for 21 years, and his mother was well known as the office manager of the Coal Depot on Evans Street.… Thursday 2-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary, at the Neely -Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile (between Middlebelt and Merriman) Livonia. Age 69, September 29th. Former teacher at Highland Park schools; later, employee of the State of Michigan. Family Hour Friday 6-8 p.m. at James H. Cole Funeral Home - Main Chapel, 2624 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit 48208. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 4, 10-11 a.m., family hour, 11 a.m. "Going Home" service at Greater Grace Temple on West 7 Mile Rd. David A. Myers Feb. 9, 1947-Sept. 26, 2008 On Friday, 9-26-08, Dave left his family to join the Heavenly Father.
David Petty, 68, of Paris, France, died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008. David was born July 27, 2940 in Coldwater to Floyd and Dorothy (Kurfis) Petty. David graduated from Coldwater High School in 1958. He attended Western Michigan University and received a Bachelors degree and a Masters from Toledo University. He worked on his Doctors at Albuquerque, N.M. David taught English for 10 years at the University of Paris, France. David was a world traveler and had a book of short stories published. David is survived by… SENCHAK, David Michael - Age 46, of Flushing, MI, died Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Hurley Medical Center. David was born October 1, 1961 in Youngstown, OH, the son of Michael and Mary Lou Senchak. Dave graduated from Ursuline Catholic High School, Youngstown State University and received an MBA from Lake Erie College. Dave began his professional career as a medical technician and advanced into key positions in hospital administration for Alliance Medical Center, McLaren Regional Medical Center, and most… . . . Detailed View Donald Gene Maynard Jr., 38, of Holland, went to be with his Savior after a lengthy illness on Tuesday, September 30, 2008. Don was born December 22, 1969 in Holland, Michigan. In 1988, he graduated from the Michigan School for the Deaf. Don was a loving boy that grew into a very caring and gentle man. He is survived by his mother and step-father, Laura Lynn and James Boullosa; his father, Donald G. Maynard Sr.; brothers, Ron and Sherry Vande Berg, William Vande Berg; sisters, Nancy and Curtis Lyon,… Donald T. Poynter Sept. 24, 2008 Donald T. Poynter, age 82, of The Villages in Florida, died Sept. 24, 2008. Save ad A memorial service will be held for Doris W. Reid, 91, of Ludington, formerly of Free Soil at noon on Saturday, Oct. 4 at the Ludington United Methodist Church, 5810 Bryant Road, with the Rev. Tom Eva... BELLINGER, Dorothy A. - Age 64, of Gaines, went to be with her father in heaven, Friday, September 26, 2008 at Genesys Health Park. A Memorial Service will be held 7:00 PM Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences and tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. Dorothy Mae Clevenger June 30, 1918-Oct. 1, 2008 Dorothy Mae Clevenger went to be with her Lord on October 1, 2008. She was born on June 30, 1918, to Frederick Newton Coats and Leona Mae (Cline) Coats in Pueblo, Colorado. She married Dillon Clevenger on February 22, 1944, in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Dr. Howard C. Comstock Oct. 21, 1925-Sept. 26, 2008 Dr. Howard C. Comstock of East Lansing, formerly of Monroe. Dr. Howard C.Comstock passed away on September 26, 2008. Dwight R. Smith Feb. 20, 1944-Sept. 29, 2008 Dwight R. Smith, 64 years, of Temperance, MI passed away September 29, 2008 in his home. Dwight was a 1962 graduate of Bedford High School and was on the wrestling team. He attended Central Michigan University as well as the University of Toledo. Dylan W. Hartsfeld March 31, 1983 - Sept. 29, 2008 Dylan W. Hartsfeld, age 25 years of Greensboro, NC, died Monday, Sept. 29, 2008. Born March 31, 1983 in Rockingham County, NC, he was the son of William Hartsfeld and Sheila Cousino. Friday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home , 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Worship Celebration Saturday 11 a.m. at Christ our Savior Lutheran Church, 14175 Farmington Rd, Livonia, in state 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Project Compassion Ministries or Livonia Woods Chapel Fund or charity of your choice. A memorial message may be left at harryjwillfuneralhome.com Edith M. Heiden Aug. 25, 1917 - Oct. 1, 2008 Edith M. Heiden, age 91 of Dundee, Michigan passed away at 4:05 PM on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at Harborside of Sylvania, Ohio. She was born in Dundee Township on August 25, 1917 to Frederick and Eva (Palmer) Spaulding. EWEN, Mich. -- Elaine E. Hash, 51, of Ewen, died Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital. SPRING PARK, Minn. -- Elsie Marie Seppa, 90, formerly of Wakefield, Mich., died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, in Spring Park. September 27, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late Agnes and Joseph. Dearest sister of Agnes, Sister Patricia, Martin (Sandra) Freiman. Predeceased by brother Joseph R., Sister Mary Rose, Father Tom, Regina (Frances) Baker. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Clare will be remembered at St. Rene Goupil Catholic Church on October 5, 2008 during a 10:30 a.m. Mass. Burial will be in Pittsburgh, PA. For further info please call E.J. Mandziuk and Son Funeral Home at 586-997-3838. BERGLAND, Mich. -- Florence M. Freed, 90, of Bergland, died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at Maple Manor in Ontonagon. Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday’s Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com . Saturday 12:30-9 p.m. and Services Sunday 12 noon all at The Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). "BETTY" September 26, 2008. Age 88. Beloved wife of the late Clifford. Dear mother of Linda (Ralph) Cicchini. Dear grandmother of Katy (Aaron) Clark, Chris (Cassie) Cicchini, Anne Marie Cicchini and Angela Cicchini. Also remembered by her brothers Frank (Irene) Pearce and Charles (Ida) Pearce. Memorial Mass Saturday 11 a.m. at St. Thecla Catholic Church, 20740 S. Nunneley (S. of Metro Pky., E. of Groesbeck). Family will receive visitors starting at 10:30 a.m. Tributes to The Macomb County Humane… Saturday 2-6 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. www.thayer-rock.com 67. September 30, 2008. Beloved husband of Charlotte A. Dear father of Randall, Jason, and Todd (Pamala) Greer and step-father of Bobbi (the late Paul) Foster-Kelly, Tracy (Don) Leonatti, and the late Vickie Foster. Dear grandfather of Sgt. Erick (Audra) Foster, Matthew, Jesse Kelly, Autumn and Hunter. Proud great-grandfather of Alexis, Aden, and Ruth Foster. Dear son of the late Walter and the late Mildred. Dear brother of Andy (Cathy), the late Walter, the late Larry, and the late Martha. Funeral Monday… Gabriel Sinka of Pittsford went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, Sept. 29, 2008. He was born Nov. 20, 1926 in Caples, W.V. the son of Paul and Esther (Fekette) Sinka. He is survived by his wife, of 59 years, Elsie J. (Smithson) Sinka whom he married March 15, 1949; one daughter, Esther (Ed) Rumfelt of Clark Lake; one son, David Sinka of Pittsford; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Elizabeth Srednicki of Springfield, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents; two… Gordon Chesney Died Oct. 1, 2008 Gordon Chesney, 83, of Monroe died at 1:22 a.m. today at Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe. Arrangements by Bennett-Prochnow Funeral Home, Monroe. Gordon R. Chesney May 10, 1925-Oct. 1, 2008 Gordon R. Chesney, 83, of LaSalle passed away October 1 at 1:22 a.m. in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Born May 10, 1925, in Maynardville, TN he was the son of John and Rebecca (Meldabarger) Chesney. He married Wilma Kitts June 28, 1924 in Rossville, GA. Harold L. Warner, of Jonesville, passed away Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. He was born Nov. 26, 1993, in Jackson the son of Ivan and Uretta (Terry) Warner. He is survived by his wife, of 56 years, Phyllis (Donahue) Warner whom he married Aug. 30, 1952; three sons, Steven (Diana) Warner, Michael (Cathy) Warner and Patrick (Judy) Warner; one daughter, Cynthia (Mike) Heath all of Jonesville; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren;… Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary’s of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling.,… Helen Louise (White) Hernandez, age 84, of Spring Arbor, formerly of Albion passed away Monday, Sept. 29, 2008 at Spring Arbor Assisted Living Center. Helen was born Oct. 15, 1923 in Montgomery to Ray Albert and Hazel Anne (Thorne) White. She graduated from Montgomery High School in 1941 as Salutatorian. Helen attended Michigan State College for three years, majoring in English and with a minor in Spanish. She traveled to Mexico City, Mexico, for a summer course, whereupon she met her future husband,… . . . Detailed View Helen S. Martinez May 10, 1927- Sept. 18, 2008 Helen S. Martinez, 81, of Wauseon passed away late Thursday September 18, 2008 at Hospice of Perrysburg. Prior to her retirement she worked for Fulton Tubing in Archbold. Mrs. Helen T. Esveld, 92, of Walhalla, formerly of Arizona, died peacefully Saturday morning, Sept. 27 at the home of her grandson, Dan Kalis, where she has resided. Helen was preceded in death by her... Herbert A. Southwell Jr., age 79, of Holland, died Wednesday, October 1, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Mr. Southwell was born in Chicago March 27, 1929 to Herbert A. and Madeline (Lees) Southwell. After serving in the U.S. Army, he enjoyed a successful business career, serving as president of Wyler Foods in Chicago, and Group Vice President of Bordon Foods in Columbus, OH. Preceding him in death were his wife, Gloria Southwell; and a brother, Donald Southwell. He is survived by his wife, Janet (Anderson)… Beloved husband of Franka. Dearest father of Natalie (Reed) Newland. Beloved grandfather of Edward Leon Newland and Rosa Evelyn Newland. Dearest brother of the late Sarah Iglewicz and the late Zelda Schwartz. Loving uncle of Abe and Esther Schwartz, and Boris (Raja) Iglewicz. Also survived by many loving great-nephews and great-nieces. Services were held Thursday at the HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Interment Hebrew Memorial Park. McALLISTER, Irene P. - Of Byron, age 97, died Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at Durand Senior Care & Rehab Center. Funeral service 11AM Saturday, October 4, 2008 from the Streeter Funeral Home, Byron. A complete obituary will be published in Friday's paper. Streeter Funeral Home, Byron (810) 266-4611 Save ad at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Thursday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. with Scripture Service 7 p.m. Funeral Saturday at St. Blase Catholic Church, 12151 15 Mile (between Schoenherr and Van Dyke). In state 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. Memories to be shared at TUCSON, Ariz. -- James E. Organist, Ph.D., 68, of Tucson, Ariz. and a summer resident of Saxon, Wis., died Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, in a drowning accident at the mouth of the Montreal River in Ironwood Township, near the Wisconsin-Michigan border. James E. Rees, 69, of Ludington, passed away Monday, Sept. 29 at Mercy Hospital in Muskegon. James was born Aug. 14, 1939 in Ludington, the son of James E. and Gladys I. (Smith) Rees. He was married o... MADISON, Wis. -- Jean Elinor Lewandoski, 89, passed away peacefully on Sept. 21, 2008, at Oakwood West Retirement Community in Madison. Jeanne A. Curtis, 72, of Gladwin passed away Sept. 28, 2008 at MidMichigan Medical Center�“Gladwin. Jennie Germond, 82, of Petoskey, passed away in the afternoon of Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008, at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. Jerry Dietrich, 39, Huntertown, Ind., formerly of Fremont, Ind., passed away Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 at the Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind. as a result of a mower/tractor accident. He was born Jan. 31, 1969 in Fort Wayne. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Beams Funeral Home, 9050 E-700 N, Fremont, Ind. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Clear Lake Baptist Church in Fremont, Ind., with Pastor Bill Case officiating. Burial will take place at Clear Lake Baptist Church Cemetery in… JoAnne M. Dolister, 67, of Shipshewana, Ind., died Sept. 29, 2008, at her home. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no public visitation or funeral services. Arrangements are being handled by Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange. COLDWATER — It was with great courage and elegance that Joan “Gummy” Huffman of Coldwater passed on to the arms of Jesus on Oct. 2, 2008. Joan was the daughter of immigrants from the Netherlands, Garrit and Benita (VanVredenberg) Fisher who have preceded her in death. Joan was married to Thomas Lee Huffman for 54 years; he preceded her in death. Together they had four children Linda (Jerry) Gottschalk who passed away in 1998, Brenda (David) Smith, Tony Huffman who passed away July 15, 2008, and Becky… Joel Robert Widdel, age 24, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Monday morning, Sept. 29, 2008, at his home following a hard fought battle with cancer. He was born Dec. 4, 1983, in Sturgis, a son of Michael and Vickie (Reusser) Widdel. Joel had resided in the Sturgis area his entire life. He attended Trinity Lutheran School and Sturgis Public Schools. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis and enjoyed hunting, fishing and following sports, particularly college basketball, and he was… John (Jack) Robert Ritzenthaler Jan. 11, 1931-Sept. 30, 2008 Jack left our arms on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 after a courageous ten year battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. He was our hero. He was born on January 11, 1931. The fourth child and only son of John M. John A. Miller Sept. 22, 1939-Sept. 30, 2008 John A. Miller, 69, of Monroe died at 2:25a.m. Tuesday in the Lutheran Home, Monroe, he had been in poor health for eleven years. Westlake, John J. "Jay" Ypsilanti, MI Age 52, died September 25, 2008. Funeral service will be Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at 6 p.m. at the Janowiak Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 1 p.m. till time of service at 6 p.m. Please read his complete obituary and sign his guest book at www. janowiakfuneralhome.com "Where Families Come First" Joyce Vander Well entered a fuller life with God Monday, September 29, 2008. Joyce was born on a farm near Hull, Iowa, where she lived with her “Pop and Mom”, Albert and Jeanette Brunsting, and three sisters, Evelyn, Lucille and Bette. The family worshiped with the First Reformed Church where Joyce was baptized and later confessed her faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Joyce attended local schools and graduated as the valedictorian of her class. She graduated from Central College, Pella,… Juanita M. Smith Sept. 26, 2008 Juanita M. Smith, 67 years, of Sylvania and formerly of Bedford Township, MI, died Friday September 26, 2008 in Flower Hospital, Sylvania, OH. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, 8300 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI. will be Sunday from 2-8 p.m. and Monday 10 a.m. until time of funeral 11 a.m. McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association. Kenneth C. Sautter Sept. 30, 2008 Sautter, Kenneth C. age 54. September 30, 2008 of Carleton. Beloved husband of Lisa. Loving father of Robert Rapley, Christi (Michael) Brooks, and Stephanie Rapley. Dearest grandfather of Shannon, Kailey, and Braxton. Dear son Kenneth G. born and raised in Michigan. Loving husband of Donna Landis and former husband of Diane. Beloved father of Don B. Landis, Franklin J. Landis, Katherine M. Hassett, Michael A. Landis. Also survived by six grandsons, one granddaughter, five great grandchildren, and sisters Shirley, Arlene and Judy. Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary Sunday at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 49150 Schoenherr Road (north of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Isidore Church, 18201 23 Mile Rd. (corner of Romeo Plank) Macomb Twp. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at will be held on Friday, October 3, 2008 from 4 - 8 p.m. at Stanley Turowski & Son Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren, Dearborn Heights. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2008 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Stanley Turowski & Son Funeral Home, Special thanks to the caregivers of Heartland Health Care of Dearborn Heights. apseyfuneralhome.com , . . . Detailed View Age 87, September 28, 2008 of Bloomfield HiIls, MI. Husband of 64 years of Elvera. Father of Martha Leversuch of Stamford, Connecticut, Mary (Robert) Sorensen of Longwood, Florida and Nancy (James) Battle of Bloomfield Hills, MI. Grandfather of Kathleen Battle of Washington D.C. and Anna Battle of Van Wert, Ohio. Fred was a life member of the Michigan Dental Association and the American Dental Association, and a graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy Dental School. He served in the United Sates Army in… 96, of Port Huron, formerly of Detroit and Flint, died October 1 2008. Christine was an accomplished pianist and singer. Beloved wife of the late, Ralph P. Lindstrom. Dear mother of JoAnn (Kenneth) Conley of Port Huron; Frederick (Barbara) Lindstrom of Spartanburg, South Carolina and Robert (Kari) Lindstrom of West Bloomfield. A celebration of Christine's life will be held at 12:15 p.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2008 in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home, Port Huron, with visitation beginning at 11:30 a.m.… is Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m.-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. K of C Rosary at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 bks east of VanDyke) Utica. Monday he will lie in state at 9 a.m. until funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church, 343 S. Main St., Romeo. Share a memory with the family at Lawrence Dale Moyer, 84, of Constantine, died Sept. 27, 2008, at the Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers. He was born in Constantine on April 22, 1924, the son of Ezra A. and Myrtle Elizabeth (Noel) Moyer. Dale graduated from Constantine High School in 1942. From 1942 until 1948 he served in the US Navy as a swimming specialist and continued his love for the Navy throughout his life.. Dale worked as a shipping and receiving clerk at Coachmen Industries and Weyerhaeuser in Middlebury, Ind., … Leona Marie (Petzak) Pietrzak, 102, of Ludington, died Sunday, Sept. 28 at Tendercare. She was born Leona Mantych April 7, 1906 in Filer City. On June 28, 1926 she married Edmund B. Pietrzak at St. Jo... POULSEN, Lillian Ruth - Age 96, of Flint, died Sunday, September 28, 2008 at Argentine Care. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. Burial immediately following at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 5-9 PM Monday. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to Argentine Care Center or a charity of one's choice. Lillian was born January 1, 1912 in… Lois Ann Kastel, 81, of Palmyra passed away on Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at her son’s home in Jasper, Mich. Lois was born on June 19, 1927, in Adrian, Mich., the daughter of William and Opal Mae (Hall) Kerentoff. On Aug. 25, 1945, she was married to Wilber Kastel. He preceded her in death in 2002. Lois devoted her life to her family and home. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Riga and also a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Her absolute favorite pastime was her children,… Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening,… 95. Born Sept. 12, 1912 in Guardia Piemontese, Consenza, Italy. Died Sept. 5, 2008 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Sat., Oct. 4, 2008, 6 p.m. at San Francesco Church, 22870 Nunneley, Clinton Township, MI. Save ad Beloved husband of Judy Miller. Dear father of Karen (Larry) Farber, Debbie (Jim) Black, and Richard (Sandy) Miller. Loving grandfather of Rachel Fleish, David Fleish, Jennifer Black, Alex Black, Josh, Sami, Kevin and Katie Miller. Brother of Dr. Herbert (Susan) Miller. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. SERVICES SUNDAY 12 NOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com October 1, 2008, age 64 of Shelby Township. Beloved husband of 45 years to the late Patsie. Loving father of Kimberly Iannucci (John) and Kelly Mobley (Amer Jajou). Dear grandfather of Nicholas. Brother of Earlene Dodson, Francis Stadnika and the late Jay Mobley and Frankie McCready. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Family will receive friends Friday 3-9 p.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. . . . Detailed View
Margie Mae (Baird) Hanshue, age 94, of Sturgis, Mich., went to be with her Lord on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 28, 2008, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Mich. She was born July 26, 1914, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Waldo and Martha (Kopanski) Baird. Margie had resided in Sturgis since 1957, coming from Muskegon. On Aug. 29, 1939, she married Norman Hanshue in Grand Rapids. She was a homemaker and had been employed as a clerk at Bucknell Gift Shop in Sturgis. Margie was a member of the… Cremation has taken place, Arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. . . . Detailed View Marvin Ondersma, 80, of Holland, died Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, of cancer. Services are 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Visitation is 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the chapel. www.lifestorynet.com Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda’s in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she… . . . Detailed View , Save ad Miles Clair Bash Sept. 14, 1924-Sept. 28, 2008 Miles Clair Bash, age 84, of Chandler, Arizona, formerly of Temperance, died Sunday, September 28, at Desert Cove Skilled Nursing Facility in Chandler. Myrtle Hubbard, age 81, of Clinton passed away Oct. 1, 2008, at the home of her daughter. According to her wishes private services have taken place with burial in Washtenong Memorial Park, Ann Arbor. Arrangements were through the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com . Friday 2-9 p.m. Masonic Service Friday 7 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. John Molnar Funeral Home, 23700 West Rd, Brownstown. www.molnarfuneralhome.com at the Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Rd., Madison Heights, Friday 3-9 p.m. (scripture service at 7 p.m.). The Funeral will be held at St. Vincent Ferrer Church, (enter off Herbert Street) on Saturday with visitation at 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Burial in White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Online condolences can be sent to www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com . Nancy Avaline Williams, 67, of Jackson, formerly of Adrian, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 29, 2008. She was born May 5, 1941, in Hamilton, Ala., the daughter of Hubert and Nancy (Rayburn) Shotts. On Sept. 1, 1956, she married Talmage “Gene” Williams in Fulton, Miss. He survives. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Adrian. In addition to her husband, Gene, she is survived by her children, Elizabeth Williams (Jan Long), Greg (Laurie) Williams, Brandon (Karen) Williams; three grandchildren,… Nagy, Nickolas A. Age 62. September 30, 2008 of Pt. Orange, Florida, formerly of New Boston. Norma Jane Cunningham, 101, of Charlevoix, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey surrounded by many of her family. . . . Detailed View Saturday 9 a.m. at Sts. Peter & Paul until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 6:30 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd. (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Saturday 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. at St. Sylvester Church, 11200 Twelve Mile Rd. (west of Hoover) Warren. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com Pamela Jo Barnes, age 59, of Colon, died Monday, Sep. 29, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo following a long illness. She was born in Three Rivers on Aug. 7, 1949, the daughter of Joseph and Glenna (Carlin) Happel. Pam graduated from Mendon High School in 1967 and later received a degree in cosmetology from the James Dictor School in California. Pam married Richard Jones of Colon. While they were together, she enjoyed drag racing and brought home many trophies. They were later divorced. Pam… Patricia Seibers, 73, of Morenci passed away Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008, at home. She was born on Aug. 1, 1935, in Flint, the daughter of Lewis and Arva (Saunders) Campell. On Nov. 5, 1955, in Angola, Ind., she married Joe Seibers. He preceded her in death on Nov. 3, 2004. Patricia moved to Morenci in 2000, to be close to her daughter and husband. She was a homemaker, wife and mother. She attended the Morenci Christian Fellowship church. Survivors include a daughter, Liana (Paul Sr.) Corrin of Morenci; two… Philip Lee Collum Dec. 26, 1936-Sept. 29, 2008 Philip Lee Collum, 71 years, of Erie, MI died Monday, September 29, 2008 in St. Vincent-Mercy Medical Center. Phyllis L. Anderson, 64, of White Pigeon, died Sept. 24, 2008, at her home following an extended illness. She was born Dec. 15, 1943, in Markle, Ind., a daughter of John and Bertha (Widner) Campbell. Phyllis was a White Pigeon resident for 45 years, coming from California. On Aug. 30, 1982, she married Larry V. (Andy) Anderson in LaGrange, Ind. He died March 2, 1995. Phyllis was employed by Meijer in Middlebury, Ind. for 10 years, retiring in August of 2007. She was formerly employed by Mid America… Save ad Raleigh M. Wadsworth, age 72, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away early Sunday morning Sept. 28, 2008, at the Riverview Manor Nursing Home in Three Rivers, Mich. He was born April 21, 1936, in Sturgis, Mich., a son of the late Ruben and Mary Wadsworth. Raleigh had resided in the Sturgis and Burr Oak area his whole life. On July 19, 1983, he married Marilyn King in Sturgis. He was a welder by trade and had been employed by G.F. Business Equipment in Sturgis for many years. When the company closed he joined… Ralph James Cole, age 94, of Manitou Beach, formerly of Ypsilanti, died on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008. He was born on Feb. 24, 1914, in Coudersport, Pa., the son of James and Cynthia (Washburn) Cole. Ralph married Violet Losee on Sept. 2, 1937, in Canton, Ohio, and she preceded him in death on Feb. 16, 2008. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Charlotte Marie. Ralph retired from Hydramatic as a pipefitter. He was an avid fisherman. Ralph is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, James W. and… Ralph W. Doan Sr., 81, of Charlevoix, died Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008, at Boulder Park Terrace Nursing Home in Charlevoix. SOMERS, Reynold B. Age 93 Of Richland, MI Died Sunday morning, September 28, 2008, at the Stanford Lodge, Plainwell, MI. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Richland Chapel, 9170 East D Avenue, where the family is scheduling a visitation for Friday evening, October 3rd and the memorial service on Saturday. The complete obituary will appear on Wednesday. www.farleyestesdowdle.com Richard J. “Jim” Avery, 81, of Litchfield, passed away Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. Born March 5, 1927 in Homer, he was the son of Melvin and Doris (Ossenheimer) Avery. He was a 1944 graduate of Homer High School. He served with the United States Navy during World War II from 1944-1946 and then with the United States Marines during the Korean War from 1950-1952. He was a milk hauler for Michigan Milk Producers, owning his own route. He later drove a… Richard Lee Reich, 70, of Boyne City, died Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at home. Richard R. Wertenberger, of Osseo passed away Monday, Sept. 29, 2008 at his home. He was born May 23, 1918 in Monroe County, Ida Township, the son of Jesse and Ella Wertenberger. He married Violet Breitner on Sept. 28, 1940 in Summerfield Zion Lutheran Church in Petersburg. Richard and Violet lived in the Ida Township area until February of 1967 and then they moved to the Osseo area. He is survived by his wife, Violet; one brother, Wayne of Rogers City; two granddaughters, Karinya and her husband Denny… Robert L. “Bob” Barrington, 70, of Burr Oak, Mich., a man who never met a stranger and always found time to help others, passed away unexpectedly Friday afternoon Sept. 26, 2008, in Burr Oak. He was born Aug. 21, 1938, in Union City, Mich., a son to the late Clark W. and Phyllis (Cady) Barrington. Bob had resided in Burr Oak since 1965 coming from Union City, Michigan graduating from Union City High School with the class of 1957. On Nov. 9, 1958, he married Margie N. Evans in Panola County, Texas. … Robert L. Carnell July 31, 1923 - Sept. 28, 2008 Robert was born in Toledo, Ohio on July 31, 1923 from the union of the late Lenon O. Carnell and the late Lucille (Kiene) Carnell. He grew up in Toledo and in 1941 graduated Libbey High School. He married Marilyn Dusseau on September 27, 1964. Robert L. Thornton, Sr., age 82, recently of Tipton, died Sept. 29, 2008, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility, Adrian. He was born in Hibbing, Minn., on June 24, 1926, and lived there until moving to Michgan three years ago. He married Frances Marincel of Mt. Iron, Minn., on June 19, 1954, who survives him. He was a 3rd degree Knight of Columbus and a life-long member of Blessed Sacrament Parish in Hibbing and recently a member of St. Elizabeth’s Parish in Tecumseh. Robert is survived by his children,… Robert “Bob” Pefley, 83, of Sixth Avenue in Manistee, died Monday evening, August 18 at West Shore Medical Center in Manistee following open heart surgery on July 13 at Munson Medical Center in Traver... Rosalyn Hoffman, 67, of Holland, died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008, in the Chapel of Faith at Restlawn Memorial Gardens 994 Paw Paw Drive. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. www.lakeshorememorial.com Rumalda G. Gutierrez, 98, of LaGrange, Ind., died Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008, at her residence. Visitation will be from 2–4 and 6–8 p.m. on Thursday, with a 7:30 p.m. rosary at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in LaGrange. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery, LaGrange. Sunday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary 5 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, Inc., 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. In state Monday 8:30 a.m. until time of Mass 9 a.m. at St. Matthew, 6201 Whittier (at Harper Avenue), Detroit. "BETTY" born on April 3, 1948 in Highland Park, Michigan passed away on September 1, 2008 at the age of 60. She is preceded in death by her husband, Michael Smiley in 2000. Survivors include her sons, Christopher Smiley and wife Elizabeth of San Antonio, Texas, and Patrick Smiley and Elizabeth of San Antonio, Texas; three grandchildren, Ainsley, Jacob, Isabella; sisters Donna DeLuca, Judy Eckerson and Robbie Board; brother, David Board; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Memorial service… Beloved wife of Lawrence. Dear mother of Michael Spector and the late Dr. Howard Spector. Loving grandmother of Leslie Sara Spector. Sister of the late George Nedelman. Devoted sister of Max and Nancy Spector. Sister-in-law of Robert and Karen Spector. Also survived by former daughter-in-law Paula Spector and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. SERVICES 10:30 FRIDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com Scott Vander Yacht, 45, of Zeeland, died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008, at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Visitationis 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. www.yntemafh.com WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Selma M. Illikainen, 91, of Wakefield, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008, in Ironwood, surrounded by family and loved ones. Sister Marie Therese Guigar, formerly known as Sister Martin Joseph Guigar, died on Oct. 1, 2008, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 80 years of age and in the 61st year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Marie Therese was born in Tyre, Mich., to Joseph and Mary Elizabeth (Freiburger) Guigar. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Adrian, Mich., and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Home Economics from Siena Heights College (University) in… Sister Loretta (Thelma) Gilloe, IHM July 1, 1913-Sept. 29, 2008 Sister Loretta Gilloe, IHM, died Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe, Mich. She was 95 and had been under the care of Mercy Memorial Hospice of Monroe. . . . Detailed View Susan L. Moon, age 65, of Holland, went to be with her Lord Tuesday, September 9, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Susan attended Grace Community Church. She worked at Herman Miller for 10 years and the Holland Sentinel. She had a heart for people in the community, contributing her time for those in need. Her hobbies included traveling, reading, boating, antique collecting, and had interests in the diversity of cultures. She is survived by her daughters, Cindy (Nick) Kollasch of Lucas, TX, Caroline Kelley… . . . Detailed View Todd A. Blair, 38, of Hope passed away Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008. . . . Detailed View Violet V. Bishop, 80, of Beaverton passed away Sept. 20, 2008 at Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre following along illness. Beloved wife of the late Clarence Weiner, Ben Cohen, and Ben Koolish. Dear grandmother of Cindy (Jay) Meyer and Jodie (James) Polk. Loving great-grandmother of Seth, Brooke, and Cameron Meyer, Justin and Jessica Polk. Dearest mother of the late Rosalind Weisberg and mother-in-law of Jerry Weisberg. Sister of the late Charles Eichenhorn, Rosie Mekler, Sadie Hurvitz, and Seymour Eichenhorn. GRAVESIDE SERVICES SUNDAY 11:00 A.M. AT MEZERITCHER CEMETERY IN ROSEVILLE. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, (248)… begins at church 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorials to Sisters of Mercy, McAuley Center, 28750 W. Eleven Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48336, in appreciation for their loving kindness and care. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com Bill Culligan, 84, of Jackson, passed away Sept. 25, 2008. He was born in Detroit on March 11, 1924 and married Julia Newberry on Nov. 3, 1945. She survives along with two daugthers, Marnie (Larry) Parrott of Birminham and Maureen (Mike) Whitehead of Charlevoix; two granddaughers, Emily (Colin) McBean and Gillian (Steve) Goodfriend; two great-granddaughters, and his sister Nancy (Ralph) Rose. Bill attended Cooley High School in Detroit where he captained the Class A All-State football team in 1941. He… White, William J. Ypsilanti Twp., MI Age 87, died September 27, 2008. Arrangements through Janowiak Funeral Home. Obituary and guest book at janowiakfuneralhome.com "Where Families Come First" William “Bill” Hartup Crites, 66, went home to be with his Lord Jesus at 12:08 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at Blackford Community Hospital ER. He was born June 29, 1942, in Blackford County and served in the United States Air Force from June 18, 1962 to June 17, 1966. Survivors include his sister Ann (Rex) Simmerman of Coldwater Memorial Contributions may be made to Calvary Christian – The Lighthouse Church, P.O. Box 108, Hartford City, IN 47348. Online condolences may be sent to the family at… Wilma I. Hyatt, 86, lifelong area resident, passed away Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at the Golden Years Adult Foster Care Home, Hillsdale. She was born Feb. 17, 1922 in Allen the daughter of George and Virginia Mae (VanSickle) Gillispie. Wilma attended the Allen, Jackson and Reading schools and worked at Billy Boy Products and Crotty Corporation. In her leisure time, she was an avid reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles and crocheting. On April 6, 1942, she married Nelson Hyatt and he preceded her in death in… |
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