| . . . Detailed View Allen K. "Skip" Cook Jr. Jan. 30, 1936-Oct. 4, 2008 Mr. Allen Kenneth "Skip" Cook, Jr., age 72, of Cedartown, GA, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2008, following an extended illness. Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. LEWIS, Ayden M, age 2 months, of Monroe, October 12, 2008. Thursday 3-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. In state Saturday 8:30 a.m. until time of Mass at St. Sharbel Church, 31601 Schoenherr, Warren. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. will be on Wednesday from 2-8 p.m. at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Rd., White Lake with a scripture service at 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Beesley will lie in state at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to remember the Imaculate Heart of Mary Sisters, 610 West Elm St., Monroe, MI 48162. Please visit www.mem.com to share a memory with the family. Thursday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Service at Grosse Pointe Memorial Church, 16 Lakeshore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials preferred to The Children's Center Development Department, 79 W. Alexandrine, Detroit, MI 48201. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at Thursday 1-9 p.m. Retired from the Ford Rouge Plant as a Die Maker after 43 years. Share a memorial tribute with the family at Friday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Pkwy. (16 Mile). In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Anne, 32000 Mound Rd. until 10 a.m. Mass. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at Wednesday 3:00-9:00pm at the Kaul Funeral Home 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Funeral Thursday in state 9:00a.m. until time of service 10:00a.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 20338 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. at James Cole Funeral Home on Wednesday 6 p.m. Funeral service October 17 at Corpus Christi Church, 19800 Pembroke, Detroit at 10:30 a.m. Barbara H. Paine Oct. 13, 2008 PAINE, Barbara H., age 70, of Detroit, October 13, 2008. CURRIER, Bernard Charles - Age 82, of Burton, died Saturday, October 11, 2008 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 11AM Monday, October 20, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint with Pastor Bruce Billings officiating. Burial immediately following at Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 11AM-2PM and 5PM-8PM Sunday. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the American Cancer Society or the American… Bertha Delcy McClain, of Grass Lake passed away Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008 at the Chelsea Community Hospital in Chelsea. She was born April 12, 1917 in Jackson the daughter of Ernest and Ina (Noyes) Hobart. She is survived by four children, Delcy (Max) Miller of Concord, Rosalee Motsinger of Allen, Thomas (Mary) McClain of Grass Lake and Timothy (Teresa) McClain of Jerome; 14 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. She was preceded in… Bertha McCarthy, 86, of Holland, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, at The Inn at Freedom Village. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements will be announced by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Downtown Chapel. Beverly Jean Bloomfield Feb. 12, 1943 - Oct. 10, 2008 Beverly Jean Bloomfield, age 65, of Monclova, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord, Friday evening, October 10, 2008. Her son, Sonny, had the blessing to lead her to the Lord Jesus, so she would know how to be in Heaven one day. Brenda Kay Montgomery, 50, of Coldwater, passed away Friday, Oct. 10, 2008 at the Community Health Center of Branch County, Coldwater. Born Feb. 18, 1958 in Albion, she was the daughter of Wardie and Revel (Back) Montgomery. Brenda graduated from Reading High School in 1976 and had been a care-giver in the Adult Foster Home Health setting. She loved little children and was an avid bingo player. Survivors include her mother, Revel Montgomery of Quincy; nine sisters, Mazie Foltz of Congress, Ariz., Ella… ASBURY, Brent Allen - Age 24, of Burton, died Friday, October 10, 2008 as a result of a motorcycle accident. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint. Visitation will be held 5-9 PM Sunday, and 2-4 and 6-9 PM Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Asbury Children's Educational Fund. Brent was born July 14, 1984 in Flint. He was employed by M… at the Voran Funeral Home (Dearborn Chapel) Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral service Thursday October 16, 2008 at St. Anne Catholic Church (Detroit). In state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Our Lady Of Hope Cancer Center, St. Mary Mercy Hospital, 36475 Five Mile Rd., Livonia, Michigan 48154. 734-655-4800 or The Michigan Humane Society. Obituary/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com Thursday 12:00 Noon - 8:00 p.m. Service Friday 11:00 a.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly Rd (Btw 6-7 Mile). Interment Parkview Cemetery. at the Wm. R. Hamilton Co. - Groesbeck Chapel, Mt. Clemens on Wednesday October 15, 2008 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Louis Church Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 10 a.m. with viewing at 9:30 a.m. Memorial tributes to Henry Ford Health System, Henry Ford Hospice, 1 Ford Place, Detroit, MI 48202. . . . Detailed View Age 80, October 12, 2008. Beloved husband of Mary. Dearest father of Kathleen (Rob) Karp, Maureen Collins, Karen (Jeff) Cohen, Joan Collins and Eileen (Sam) Dickenson. Also survived by five loving grandsons. Brother of Robert (Betty) and the late William (Alice). Mr. Collins was a graduate of Loyola University in Chicago, and retired from Ford Motor Company after 33 years. In state Friday 9:45 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas a'Becket Catholic Church, 555 S. Lilley Rd., Canton. In lieu… Wednesday, October 15th, 3 p.m. until time of Service 7 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Homes, Inc., 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. Contributions may be made to The Leo, Eleanore and Ronald Cooney Fund at The Community Foundation of Southeastern Michigan, 333 W. Fort St. Detroit, Michigan 48226. Carl Edward O’Brien, age 61 of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning, Oct. 9, 2008, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born Dec. 5, 1946, in Ludington, Mich., a son of the late Harvey and Edna (Zimmerman) O’Brien. Carl had resided in Sturgis for the past 11 years, coming from Rapid City, Mich. On July 3, 1997, he married Sandra Frays in LaGrange, Ind. He retired from the Elk Rapids Packing Company in Elk Rapids, Mich., after over 20 years of employment. …
Carl S. Karn, age 80, of Coldwater, died Monday, October 13, 2008 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. He was born Dec. 15, 1927 in Quincy to Joseph Steward and Mary (Robinson) Karn. He married Bonita (Hodge) on Nov. 23, 1968 in Coldwater. She survives. He retired as owner of Carl Karn Lawn Mowing and Snow Plowing. He had formerly worked at Coldwater Brass Company in Coldwater and Otto & Sons Sporting Goods Store in Coldwater. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and his hobbies included hunting,… Caroline Marie Gorr Aug. 4, 1935-Oct. 11, 2008 Caroline Marie Gorr, 73 years, died Saturday in Hiland Cottage, Petoskey, Mi while under the care of Hospice. 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. Clara Margaret Mrozinski, age 89 of Onekama passed away on Friday October 10, 2008 at the Maples – Benzie County Medical Care Facility in Frankfort. She was born in Chicago, IL on August 3, 1919 the daughter of the late Frank and Marie Perkowski. Clara attended St. Mary’s Grade School and then Bowen High School in South Chicago, IL. Clara married Walter Mrozinski in 1937 in Crown Point, Indiana. She was employed at Onekama Marine Inc. for 45 years before retiring in 2006. She was a member of the… Clarence Ballard, 78, of Gladwin passed away Oct. 12, 2008 at MidMichigan Medical Center�“Midland. Clyde L. Tressler, 60, of Pioneer, Ohio, passed away Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, at Harborside Healthcare in Bryan, Ohio. Tressler was born Feb. 6, 1948 in Bryan, Ohio. Services for Clyde Tressler will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the Pioneer Bible Fellowship in Pioneer, Ohio with Pastor Lowell Fast officiating. Interment will follow at the Floral Grove cemetery in Pioneer, Ohio. Clyde Peavey, 81, of Bronson, Mich., died Oct. 13, 2008, in Bronson as a result of injuries sustained in an auto/pedestrian accident. Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at West Girard Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Kolcz Funeral Home of Bronson. CRYSTAL FALLS, Mich. -- Cody Lee Shirkey, 22, Sagola, passed away Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, in the town of Ishpeming, in the outdoors doing one of the things he enjoyed most, duck hunting. . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View October 13, 2008. Age 80. Wife of the late Steve. Aunt of Terry Krall (Shari), Christina Krall and Frank Krall (Sherri). Also survived by numerous great-nieces and nephews. Private Services have been held. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at Age 96, of Milford and formerly Lake City, died October 14, 2008. She was preceeded in death by her husband R. Elridge Dryer (July 6, 1999) and sister, Virginia (Maurice) DeWitte. Wanda is survived by her children, Michael (Gloria) Dryer, Shawn (Juanita) Dryer, and Laurel (Randy) Kibiloski; her grandchildren, Leslie (Scott) Edson, Matthew Dryer, Kelly Dryer, Cory Dryer, Jodi (Jason) Porter, A. Kate (Jason) Sims, and her five great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held Friday October 17, 2008, 1… . . . Detailed View David F. Smith, age 70, of Adrian died Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, at home with his family by his side after a short-term battle with cancer. He was born Aug. 2, 1938, in Tecumseh to Cegil and Eva (Campbell) Smith. He was married to Janice Morgan on July 16, 1961, in Adrian, and she survives. He was employed by Tri State, now known as Adrian Fabricators, Inc. David served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1962. He attended Jasper Bible Church. David is survived by two sons, James (Jodee) Smith of Adrian and Daniel… Dean W. Keyser, age 82, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Saturday afternoon, Oct. 11, 2008, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born April 8, 1926, in Goshen, Ind., a son of the late Elmer and Beulah (Edwards) Keyser. Dean graduated from Elkhart High School with the class of 1943 and attended Tri-State University in Angola for one year before entering the U.S. Army. He proudly served in the U.S. Army, earning the rank of Staff Sergeant. While serving his country he was stationed in Europe and… Donald W. Betz, Sr., age 81, of Jackson, formerly of Adrian, died Sunday, Oct, 12, 2008, at his home. He was born Nov. 17, 1926, in Adrian to William G. and Helen M. (Bohn) Betz. Don served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He moved to the Jackson area in 1991. Prior to that, he had lived in Adrian all of his life. He married Mary H. Bills on Oct. 4, 1947, in Adrian. She preceded him in death on May 23, 1990. He later married Karen Anderson Belknap on Aug. 21, 1993, in Adrian, and she survives. He… Doris M. Duncan, 81, passed away at Genesys Health Park in Grand Blanc Oct. 6, 2008. WARREN, Ohio -- Douglas R. Bolen, 61, of Warren, passed away Oct. 12, 2008, at 4:37a.m. at St. Joseph Health Center. Duane A. Clark Oct. 18, 1936-Oct. 9, 2008 Duane A. Clark, 71 years, of Toledo and formerly of Petersburg, MI, passed away October 9, 2008, in Toledo Hospital. The son of Pete and Mildred (Pappenhagen) Clark, he was born October 18, 1936, in Whiteford Township, MI. at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, (248) 348-1800, Thursday 4-9 p.m. Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Please No Floral Tributes. Online condolences at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com Edith M. Milardo, age 95, of Adrian, formerly of Ivoryton, Conn., passed away Oct. 11, 2008, at Cambrian Assisted Living in Tecumseh. Edith was born May 4, 1913, in Ivoryton, Conn., the daughter of Brownie and Camilla (Gutkoski) Wineski. She married Anthony J. Milardo and he preceded her in death. Edith was a caring and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She belonged to Our Lady of Sorrow Catholic Church in Essex, Conn., and more recently attended St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Tecumseh.… Elizabeth Marie Siciliano April 22, 1934-Oct. 6, 2008 Elizabeth Marie Siciliano, 74, of Lambertville, MI, died Monday, October 6, 2008, at MedCentral Mansfield following a 10-year illness of congestive heart failure. WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Ethel M. Doney, 72, of Wakefield, died Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, in Wakefield. Wednesday 6-9 pm and Thursday 3-9 pm at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale (1½ blks West of Woodward) and Friday 11:30 am until Funeral Mass 12 Noon at National Shrine of the Little Flower Catholic Church, Royal Oak. Memorial donations to U of M Comprehensive Cancer Center, Office of Development, 301 E. Liberty Ste. 130, Ann Arbor 48104. CHEBOYGAN - Francis “Joe” Finelli, age 82, of Indian River, passed away Monday, Oct. 13, 2008 at Tendercare in Cheboygan. 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. . . . Detailed View A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack, in Grosse Pointe Woods (corner of Mack and Vernier) on Wednesday 6:30-9:00 p.m. A graveside Committal Service led by family friend, retired Episcopal Priest Father James (Chris) Berg at Grand Lawn Cemetery, 23501 Grand River, (South of 7 Mile, East of Telegraph) will occur at 2:30 p.m. Thursday. In lieu of flowers, donate to Salvation Army or your choice of charity. Garry Alan Moore, Sr., age 70, of Palmyra passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, at his home. He was born March 31, 1938, in Brooklyn, to William Elwyn and Caroline Elnora (MacInnes) Moore. Garry retired in 2003 from the Dura Corporation. He was a member of the Adrian Street Cruisers. Garry is survived by three daughters, Julie Moore of Adrian, Lisa Zubke of Adrian and Lori Howard and her husband, Ed, of Dimondale, Mich.; one sister, Arlene King and her husband, Tom, of Adrian; seven grandchildren, Candice… MCMILLAN, Mich. -- George Orlich, 91, of McMillan, passed away early Saturday morning, Oct. 11, 2008 at the Shady Lane AFC Home in Lakefield Township. Gerald Rains, 82, of Temperance died Saturday. Arrangements by Farnham Funeral Home, Temperance. Gerald William Rains April 5, 1926-Oct. 11, 2008 Gerald William Rains, age 82 of Temperance, passed away October 11, 2008 in his home. Gerald William Rains April 25, 1926 - Oct. 11, 2008 Gerald William Rains, age 82 of Temperance, passed away October 11, 2008 in his home. Glen E. Harker, age 92, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Saturday morning, Oct. 11, 2008, at the Life Care Center of LaGrange in LaGrange, Ind. He was born June 4, 1916, in Sturgis, a son of the late J.E. and Vella (Shook) Harker. Glen was a lifelong Sturgis resident. On Dec. 26, 1936, he married Beatrice B. McCloud in Fort Wayne, Ind. She died April 23, 2007. He retired from Burr Oak Tool & Gauge in Sturgis following 11 years of employment. Prior to joining Burr Oak Tool he had been employed by… . . . Detailed View Gordon K. Gotz Oct. 27, 1946-Oct. 10, 2008 Gordon Kent Gotz, 61, of Brooklyn, Michigan, formerly of South Rockwood, died at 4:38 a.m. Friday at Allegiance Health Hospital, Jackson. He had been in ill health for one year. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and 1 to 8 p.m. . . . Detailed View Clementine (Sally) Fairbairn, 94, of Monroe died at 3:28 a.m. Saturday at the Lutheran Home of Monroe. Friends may call from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Allore Funeral Home-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Monroe, where services are pending. 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Willwerscheid Funeral Home, 1167 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN 651-228-1006. Memorials preferred to Benedictine Health Center at Innsbruck, 1101 Black Oak Drive, New Brighton, MN, 55112 or Fairview Hospice, 2450 26th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, 55406. Harry P. (Pope) Ellison Oct. 10, 2008 Harry P. (Pope) Ellison, 51, of Monroe died at 8 p.m. Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. Harry "Jack" White, 64, of Summerfield, Florida, formerly of Grand Rapids, died unexpectedly September 22, 2008. His full obituary and guest book are listed at www. hiers-baxley.com under obituaries, then archive dates. 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.,… Henry N. Hubler, 74, of LaGrange, Ind., died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at his residence. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. (CST) until the service time at noon (CST) on Tuesday at Ridgelawn Funeral Home in Gary, Ind. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Cemetery, Gary, Ind. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind., is in charge of arrangements. SHARPHORN - The service to celebrate the life of Herman J. Sharphorn, aged 82, who passed away on Saturday, husband of Yvonne Sharphorn, will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home - Alt & Shawmut Hills Chapel, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW. Visitation at the funeral home Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. for complete obituary, to read his lifestory and sign his guest book, visit www.lifestorynet.com Heritage Funeral Home . . . Detailed View Howard Eugene Nichols, 87, formerly of Osseo, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born June 12, 1921 in Branch County to Ivan and Faye (Carpenter) Nichols. Howard served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was a mechanic and farmer and retired from White Welding Co. He attended the Wheatland Congregational Church, enjoyed working the land and his “H” and “BN” Farmall tractors. In 1953 he married Rose… Howard J. Engel, 79, of Allen, passed away Monday, Oct. 6, 2008 at the Laurels of Coldwater. He was born Feb. 3, 1929 in Detroit to Howard J. and Mary (Bergeau) Engel. He was married Feb. 3, 1950 to Kay A. Chisholm and she survives. Howard was retired as a building inspector for the Economic Department of the City of Detroit. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the 3rd Order of St. Francis Fraternity since 1960. Surviving besides his wife Kay are two daughters, Mary Kay Engel of Jonesville… . . . Detailed View LAKE ORION - Irene Bonscour, 82, of Lake Orion, formerly of Cheboygan, passed away Monday, Oct. 13 in Lake Orion. October 12, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Robert L. Dear mother of Michael D. (Patricia), Cynthia D. (Bobby) Christie, Robert A. (Charlene) and Lori A. (Steve) Ziulkowski. Sister of Douglas Bidwell. Also survived by eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. The family has entrusted care and service to L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Rd., Canton, 734-981-1700. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com CHEBOYGAN - James A. Pelkey, 64, of Aloha Township, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008 at home. James “Jim” Lisle Rodlund, age 60, of Adrian passed away, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, at his home. He was born Sept. 28, 1948, in Adrian, to Henry Devone and Helen Louise (Fox) Rodlund. Jim was manager of the Adrian Hardware until his retirement in 1999. He loved football, watching sports and country music. He also loved to read. Jim is survived by his sons, James Rodlund and his wife, Paula, of Manitou Beach and Gerald Rodlund and his wife, Lucinda, of Adrian; two brothers, Dan Rodlund of Adrian and Dave… HAMADY, Jamil Murry - Age 78, of Flint Township, died Thursday, October 9, 2008 at Avalon Hospice. Visitation will be at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek on Sunday 1-8 p.m. Funeral will be Monday at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor J.D. Landis officiating. Burial in Bendle Cemetery. Online Condolences and Tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com Jane M. Peterson Oct. 14, 2008 Jane M. Peterson, 86, of Monroe died at 1:35 a.m. today at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home Jeanette Tyler, 55, of Holton, passed away Tuesday Sept. 30 at her home, following a short illness. A memorial gathering will be held Tuesday, Oct. 14 at Mona Lake Boat Club. Visitation begins at 10:3... Jerry Fiorenzo, age 69, of Holland, died Saturday, October 11, 2008, at Hospice House of Holland. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert; and his parents, Carl and Concetta Fiorenzo. He is survived by his wife, Vonnie; sons, Carl Fiorenzo, Mark and Ana Fiorenzo; daughter, Sara Fiorenzo and her partner, Angie Anderson; brother and sister, Vito and Leslie Fiorenzo, Antoinette and Robert Smit; nine grandchildren. A memorial mass will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 20, 2008 at St. Peter's… Jewel G. Roth, age 79, of Marion, Ind., died on Thursday evening, Oct. 9, 2008, at the Marion Manor Nursing Home after an extended illness. She was born in South Lebanon, Ohio, on Feb. 17, 1929, a daughter of the late Oscar and Elizabeth (Gildea) Blankenship. Jewel graduated from Marion Harding High School in the class of 1947. While in high school she worked for the Bowe’s Ice Cream Shop. After graduation, she was employed by the Sinclair Oil Company as a stenographer. Once Jewel started a family… . . . Detailed View Julie (Captain) Jordan, age 36, joined her Lord October 5, 2008, after a brief illness. Surviving are her husband, William; daughter, Halee; parents, Raymond and Doris Captain; sister, Cheryl Benson; brother, Scott Captain; many nieces and nephews. Services will be October 19, 2008, 2:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Wyoming, MI. , Wednesday 2:30 - 9 p.m., with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Gendernalik Funeral Home, Inc., 35259, 23 Mile Road, New Baltimore. Thursday 2-9 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 851 N. Canton Center Rd., Canton. Funeral service Friday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. at the Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in St. Helen will begin on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 from 3-9 p.m. A Scripture Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday at St. Helen Catholic Church in St. Helen. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery, St. Helen. Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Helen Catholic Church, St. Helen. Kathleen J. VanDyke, age 62, of Portage, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Kathy was born Aug. 15, 1946 in Ann Arbor. She retired from the Upjohn Company, where she worked in personnel. Visit with Kathy’s family on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at Life Story Funeral Homes, Portage, 5975 Lovers Lane. Private services will be held. Members of Kathy’s family include her husband Dick, her daughter Amy VanDyke, her son Steve (Donna) VanDyke, her parents James and Mary (Locey) VanderRoest, her… CHEBOYGAN - Kenneth Edward Musselman, 83, of Cheboygan, passed away at Tendercare of Cheboygan on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008. . . . Detailed View LAWRENCE ALEXA MAUREEN (NEE McMANUS) Age 82, of Marysville, October 14, 2008. Beloved wife of Claude Sellers Lawrence. Dear mother of C. Bruce (Bonnie) Lawrence, Christine (Thomas) D'Luge, Charles (Barbara) Lawrence, Craig (Patricia) Lawrence, and Curtis (Patricia) Lawrence and Catherine (Gary) Fisher, Cynthia (Robert) Fisher, Cameron (Karen) Lawrence. Loving grandmother to many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 12:00 p.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church, 1814 Sanborn, Port Huron. Interment will be in… Friday 2-9 p.m. Wednesday 5-9 p.m. at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale (1½ blks west of Woodward) and Thursday 9:30 a.m. until funeral service 10 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, Ferndale. Interment Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley. Memorial donations to First United Methodist Church, Ferndale. www.spauldingcurtin.com . . . Detailed View Laurence N. Nelson, age 88, of Onsted passed away Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008 at his home. He was born on Oct. 14, 1919, in Langston, Mich., the son of Carl F. and Anna (Fry) Nelson. He graduated from Swartz Creek High School as valedictorian in 1938. He attended Michigan State College and ROTC where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and met his future wife, Nettie Arvilla Stoffer, whom he married on Sept. 20, 1942, in Williamston, Mich. Laurence served in the United States Army Air… Mr. Laurin G. Comer, 86, of Muskegon and formerly of Ludington, died Sunday, Oct. 12. He was born in Muskegon on April 11, 1922 to Robert and Jenni (Fish) Comer and married the former Iona Cregg on Ma... Lawrence G. Oles, 94, of Adrian, passed away, Oct. 11, 2008. He was born April 12, 1914, in California, Mich., the son of George and Ethel (Iles) Oles. On Dec. 15, 1949, he married Ethel Horton. She preceded him in death on June 14, 2003. He was a retired mechanic from LaBal in 1976. He served his country in Germany during World War II. He is survived one son, William Oles, one brother, Lee Oles, and two sisters, Darlene Frownfelter and Dorothy Adam. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Ethel;… Leah Evelyn “Grandma” Wegner, age 99, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Friday morning, Oct. 10, 2008, at the Fairview Living Centre in Centreville, following a short illness. She was born June 8, 1909, in Owen County, Ind., a daughter of the late Claude S. and Katie (Pratt) Edwards. Mrs. Wegner had resided in Sturgis since 1945, coming from Hamilton, Ohio. On Oct. 17, 1945, she married Lawrence V. Wegner in Indianapolis, Ind. He died Dec. 8, 1972. She was a homemaker and attended the First United… Lois Imogene Fultz Oct. 13, 2008 Lois Imogene Fultz, 82, of Monroe died at 3:40 p.m. Monday at Harborside of Point Place, Toledo. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. . . . Detailed View 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,… Louis “Louie” Rasmussen, 78, of Petoskey, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. Lyle Eugene Harsh, 75, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, in the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born May 26, 1933, in Adrian Township, Lenawee County, Mich., the son of Clifford W. and Sarah R. (Bills) Harsh. He spent most of his life in Adrian and in Hillsdale. Surviving are his nephews and nieces, Eleanor Shaffer of Camden, Donald (Arlene) Harsh of Coldwater, Sharon (Ken) Neusbaum of Coldwater, Sandra (Gary) Penrose of Austin, Pa. and Charles (Carol) Harsh of Adrian and several… Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd. (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Clement Church, 8075 Ritter Ave. (corner of Van Dyke, north of 10 Mile) Center Line. Interment St. Clement Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at . . . Detailed View Age 87. Beloved husband of Gloria for 59 years. Dear father of Robert Jr. (Karen), Cheryl (Tony) Stipcak, and Tom (Cathy). Loving grandfather of LeAnna, Diana, Laura, Renee and Chloe. Dear brother of Edna Rominske, Kenneth and William Mertz and the late Arthur, Claire, Elmer, Dorothy and Betty. Visiting Thursday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Services Friday 10 a.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (Between 6-7 Mile). Interment Glen Eden Cemetery. . . . Detailed View Thursday 5-9 p.m. A.H. Peters Funeral Home 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile Rd.) Warren. Memorial contributions to: Hospice of Helping Hands, Inc. appreciated by the family. ahpeters.com at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, Friday 1 p.m. until Funeral Service at the Funeral Home at 6 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of your choice. Please sign the online guestbook at www.rggrharris.com Margaret Beth “Peg” Knowles, age 73, of Lowell, formerly of Manitou Beach, passed away Oct. 12, 2008. She is survived by her children, Sandy (Gary) Liu and Laura (Kevin) Mancino and their father, Laurence; brother, Russell (Helen) Schwartz; grandchildren, Elizabeth Knowles, Christopher Phillips, Abe and Alex McIntire, Brooke, Parker and Hanna Liu. Peg was a member of the Snow United Methodist Church, belonged to the Maple City Swingers and was a long-time member of Rollin Center United Methodist Church.… Margaret F. Imo May 27, 1919-October 9, 2008 Margaret F. Imo, 89, of Monroe died at 8:50 p.m. Thursday at Tendercare of Monroe. She had been in poor health for four years. Margaret M. Wendell, 89, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. A gathering and time of remembering and celebrating the life of Margaret M. Wendell will be held from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Burr Oak Community Schools all-purpose room, 326 E. Eagle St., Burr Oak. Private burial of the ashes will take place at the Burr Oak Cemetery in Burr Oak. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes of Sturgis is handling the… Margaret “Peg” Knowles, 73, of Lowell, formerly of Manitou Beach passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Roth-Gerst Funeral Home 305 N. Hudson St. in Lowell with the Rev. Vance Dimmick and the Rev. Thurlan Meredith officiating. There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. Friday in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson in charge of the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson. Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home in Lowell. Marion J. Dykstra, age 92, of Zeeland, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2008. Marion was a member of First Baptist Church of Zeeland where she was active in the Ladies Missionary Fellowship and Prayer Group. She is preceded in death by her husband, Edward Dykstra. Funeral services for Marion will be held at 2:00 p.m. today at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State. St., Zeeland. The Rev. Tom Vanden Berg will officiate. Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held from 1:30 p.m.… JONES, Marion Jack - Age 83, of Grand Blanc, died Monday, October 13, 2008 at his residence surrounded by his family. Private Services are being held. Mr. Jones was born April 24, 1925 in Benzonia, MI, the son of William and Helen (Knost) Jones. He married Portia Jeanne Shepherd in 1949. Mr. Jones was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy. He retired from the Flint Board of Education and was a carpenter and builder, some of his projects included the Mott Building, the Curtis Building and the… Mark W. Eisenmann Jan. 19, 1938-Oct. 12, 2008 Mark W. Eisenmann, 70 years of Chesapeake, OH, formerly of Temperance, MI, died Sunday, October 12, 2008 in the VA Medical Center, Huntington, WV. Mary Donovan, age 93 died at 10:45 p.m. Saturday at the St. Mary's Health Care Center. 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… Max W. Houck, 90, of Morgantown, W.V., and formerly of Grand Ledge, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008 due to complications with pneumonia after surgery. Max was born in Coldwater Oct. 22, 1917, and lived much of his early life in Quincy. He worked as an electrical lineman in several states as well as on large projects, such the Niagra River Hydroelectric Project and was a member of the Foreign Legion and the IBEW. Max served in the US Navy in a Construction Battalion during the Second World War. Max had… October 13, 2008. Beloved wife of the late George H. Dear mother of Douglas G. (Lenell). Sister of Betty Nicole, Engbert (the late Henrietta) DeVries and the late Dorothy Bull. Also survived by one grandchild and three great grandchildren. Burial Mt. Everest Cemetery, Kalamazoo, MI. Local care entrusted to L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Rd., Canton 734-981-1700. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at Age 62, of Ocala, Florida died on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Legacy House Hospice. She was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan and moved to Ocala, Florida in 1999 from Westland, Michigan. She is a homemaker and a Volunteer Clown, known as "Nellie Belly" for Senior Groups, locally and is a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church. She loved collecting Amish figurines; loved traveling and R.V. Camping; but most of all, loved decorating her home for Halloween, Thanksgiving and the Christmas Holidays. She is… On Oct. 4 the Devaney family lost another link in their family chain. Youngest brother, witty uncle and true friend Michael “Mickey” Kevin Devaney passed away at his home. Mickey spent his last few ye... Michael J. Maxwell, age 58, of Bronson, Mich., died Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, at the Kairo's Dwelling Hospice House in Kalamazoo. He had been in failing health. Michael was born June 3, 1950, in Coldwater, a son of George and Dolores (Bogucki) Maxwell and lived most of his life in the Bronson area, attending Bronson schools. He was working for Martin Transportation in Coldwater at the onset of his illness. Prior to that he was a self-employed truck driver for many years driving over the road. Mike… KELLY, Michael John - Age 54, of Flint, died Friday, October 3, 2008, as a result of an automobile pedestrian accident. Funeral Services will be held 2PM Sunday, October 12, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton. Visitation will be held 11 AM until the time of service Sunday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions to the Michael J. Kelly Memorial Fund. Online condolences and tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. EWEN, Mich. -- Monica Bergeron, 77, died Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital-Long Term Care Unit. Muriel B. Soehren May 1, 1922 - Oct. 11, 2008 Muriel B. Soehren, age 86, of Monroe passed away Saturday morning October 11, 2008, she had been in declining health. Myrtle Eileen Burk, 85, of Coldwater, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008 in Jackson. She was born Nov. 21, 1922 in Algansee Township to Charles and Ruby (Bush) Heuer. Mrs. Burk graduated from Quincy High School in 1940 and had worked at Production Credit Association. She retired from the Coldwater Regional Center after 15 years of service. She belonged to the VFW, Quincy American Legion Auxiliary, was an avid bowler, and a life member of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge. On August 16, 1942 she… Myrtle “Polly” Johnson, 91, passed away suddenly on Oct. 7, 2008 at MidMichigan Medical Center�“Midland. Saturday 10 a.m. until the 1 p.m. Service. Memorial suggested to Joshua's Place, 611 E. Cross Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198. heeney-sundquist.com. IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Norbert John Buinowski Jr., 52, of 237 E. Ridge St., Ironwood, died early Thursday morning, Oct. 9, 2008, in Ironwood. IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Norene E. Johnson, 72, of 612 E. McLeod Ave., Ironwood, died early Thursday morning, Oct. 9, 2008, in Ironwood. Age 95, of White Lake, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Fred Opiteck. Loving mother of Lorraine Yungkans. Proud grandmother of Cindy (Jim) Liebau. Great-grandmother of Bridgete and Ryan. A graveside service is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. this Thursday, October 16 at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Rockwood, MI. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008 at St. Patrick Church, 9086 Hutchins Rd., White Lake. The family will receive visitors at the church from… Age 86. October 14, 2008. Beloved wife of the late James G. (1988). Dearest mother of Patricia D. (Richard) Christenson, Gordon S. (Kathryn) Paul and the late Daniel M. (2006). Loving grandmother of six, great-grandmother of 12, and great-great-grandmother of five. Dear sister of Phillip Brunet and Vicki Saraphen. Service Friday 11 a.m. at the Fisher Funeral Home, 24501 Five Mile Rd. (between Beech Daly and Telegraph), Redford Twp. (313) 535-3030. Visit Thursday 3-8 p.m. Interment Glen Eden Cemetery,… Wednesday 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Funeral Service Thursday 11:00 a.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Burial Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley, MI. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com Patricia A. (Bolton) Reip Oct. 13, 2008 Patricia A. "Patty" (Bolton) Reip, 58, of Hinesville, Ga., formerly of Monroe, died Monday in her home. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home. Age 82, October 12, 2008. Beloved wife of Derno. Loving mother of Michael (Mary), Cindy (Michael) Maude and the late Cynthia. Proud grandmother of Alexander Raveane, Rachel Maude, Eric Maude and the late Michael Raveane. Sister of Laura DeLorenzo and the late Angelo Giaier. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of the Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Ave. (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile Rd.), Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Memorial Mass Wednesday 1… at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd. (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Trisagion at 7 p.m. Funeral from St. George Orthodox Church, 2160 East Maple Road, Troy, Thursday 11 a.m. Friends may visit at church beginning at 10 a.m. Memorials appreciated to Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund Attn: Contributions, One Intrepid Square West 46th St. and 12th Ave., New York, NY 10036. Obituary and condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com. Age 94, October 8, 2008. Beloved husband of Dorothy M. Dear father of David A. Richeson and Leanne (James) Prescott. Loving grandfather of six and great grandfather of two. Cyrus was a Tech Sergeant serving in the U.S. Army during WWII. Memorial Service Saturday 11 a.m. at St. Paul Presbyterian Church, 27475 Five Mile, Livonia, 48154. Memorial contributions to the church or Village of Redford would be greatly appreciated. Generations Funeral & Cremation Services. Thursday 3-8 pm at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Rd (between Big Beaver and Wattles Rd), Troy. 248-689-0700. In state Friday 9 am until funeral 10 am at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2874 E. Square Lake Rd (between John R and Dequindre Rd) Troy. Interment Rogers Family Cemetery, Pedro, Ohio. Memorials to Boy Scouts of America. Share memories at www.pricefuneralhome.net "SIS" Beloved mother of Maxine (William) Levy and the late Jo Steven Rosenberg. Loving grandmother of Samantha Rose Levy and Benjamin Thomas Levy. Cherished sister of Robert Kutzen and Jerome Kutzen. Dear sister-in-law of the late Rhoda and the late Carol Kutzen. SERVICES 12 P.M. THURSDAY AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com Beloved husband of Lori Rubin. Dear father of Scott Rubin and Chad Rubin. Loving son of Shirley (the late Herman) Rubin. Brother-in-law of Shellee (Jim) Harb and son-in-law of Gilda (the late Mickey) Rudner. Also survived by many loving family members and friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES THURSDAY 1 P.M. AT TEMPLE ISRAEL GARDENS OF BETH EL CEMETERY, LIVONIA. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000, or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com. . . . Detailed View Raymond C. Strachn, 75, of Hillsdale, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008 at Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born Nov. 15, 1932 in Seneca to Charles and Verda (Porter) Strachn. He was married March 3, 1978 to Mary F. Nichols and she survives. Raymond retired in 1991 as a truck driver for Central Transport after 40 years of service. He also worked for Kimball Camp and as a security guard at Hillsdale Place High Rise. Raymond was an avid hunter and he will be greatly missed by all… Richard L. Eymer, 78, of Banker Street, Sturgis, Mich., died Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, at Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo. He had been ill since July. He was born Sept. 23, 1930, in White Pigeon, a son of Lester C. and Dorothy (Gross) Eymer Sr. He resided in the Sturgis area since 1972, coming from Illinois. On Dec. 19, 1966, he married Anne H. Price in Chesapeake, Va. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, he served for 20 years and retired in 1967. He also was employed by Owens Illinois in Constantine, SCM and… Rodney Glenn Ford, age 55, of Adrian, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008. He was born May 27, 1953, in Hudson the son of Harl Glenn and Marybelle (Dull) Ford. Rodney was a 1971 graduate of Hudson High School. On May 4, 1985, he married Susan Bradish and she survives. Rodney was a unique person who had a rough exterior with a tender heart, who is now soaring on Eagles Wings in Heaven. In addition to his wife, Susan he is survived by a daughter, Tamra Brunt and her husband, Richard of Springhill, Tenn.; one… . . . Detailed View MILWAUKEE -- Rose (Movrich) Nugent, 77, Milwaukee, died Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008. . . . Detailed View Royal E. Marsh, 60, of Hope, passed away unexpectedly Oct. 11, 2008. Ruth was born in Holland on July 19, 1918. Her parents were Mini and Johannes Klaasen who founded the Klaasen Printing Company and the Sunday School Guide Publishing Company. She was a proud graduate of Hope College and received a letter in women’s sports. Teaching was her chosen profession after college. Before the start of World War II she married Lester R Wassenaar, a lawyer, and after the war he returned to Holland. Following his early death in 1956, she taught at Harrington School and… Ruth was born in Holland on July 19, 1918. Her parents were Mini and Johannes Klaasen who founded the Klaasen Printing Company and the Sunday School Guide Publishing Company. She was a proud graduate of Hope College and received a letter in women’s sports. Teaching was her chosen profession after college. Before the start of World War II, she married Lester R Wassenaar, a lawyer, and after the war he returned to Holland. Following his early death in 1956, she taught at Harrington School and… October 14, 2008. Beloved husband of Pauline. Dear father of Matthew J. (Cheryl), Mark A. (Nancy), Jon M. and the late Phillip. Also survived by two sisters, three brothers, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral Friday 12:30 p.m. from the chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.). The family will receive visitors Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 12-9 p.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com 90, September 22, 2008, of Roseville, formerly of Houghton Lake. Beloved wife of the late Donald W. Scrace. Dear mother of Judy (Darwin) Baker of Bristol, Indiana; Dale (Mary) Scrace of Grosse Pointe; Barbara (Kerry) Zimmer of Roseville and the late Jerry Scrace. Dear sister of C. Edward "Bud" (Dolores) Mente of Beaumont, Texas and the late Dorothy DeForge. Six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive. Memorial service 3:00 p.m. Friday, October 17, 2008 at St. Michael Episcopal… Wednesday and Thursday 3-8 p.m. at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Rd., Troy, 248-689-0700. Scripture service with Rosary 7 p.m. Thursday at funeral home. In state Friday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Mass at St. Mary of the Hills Catholic Church, 2675 John R. Rd., Rochester Hills. Entombment White Chapel Memorial Cemetery, Troy. Memorial donations can be made to the donor's charity of choice. Share memories with the online guest book at www.pricefuneralhome.net Friday 5-8 p.m., Saturday 2-8 p.m. at Fred Wood Funeral Home, 36100 Five Mile Rd., E. of Levan, Livonia (734-464-8060). Funeral service Sunday 2 p.m. at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, 27475 Five Mile Rd., Livonia (734-422-1470). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Michigan Youth Arts Festival or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Friday 2-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Private family services will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, or the Paralyzed Veterans of America. www.mccabefuneralhome.com. Beloved mother, compassionate teacher in the D.P.S. for 37 years, she departed this life on October 7th, 2008. She leaves behind a daughter, Dawn Skelton Cooke, her son-in-law, Brian Cooke, grandchildren Laurel, Pierson and Sterling Cooke. Her passing leaves a void in the hearts of many family and friends. Service at Vernon Chapel AME, 18500 Norwood, Detroit, 12:00 p.m. Thursday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak St., Wyandotte. Funeral service Friday, in state 9:30 a.m. with Mass 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Angels Church (formerly St. Cyril Church), 6442 Pelham, Taylor. Family requests donations to Children's Hospital of Michigan Neuro-Oncology Clinic or Autism Speaks. MANITOU BEACH — T. Harold “Bud” Elting, age 79, of Manitou Beach passed away on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at his home. He was born on April 16, 1929, in Northville, Mich., the son of Theron Harold and Cecil A. (Johnson) Elting. He married Patricia J. Dietrich on April 16, 1949, in Bryan, Ohio, and she survives. Bud lived in Manitou Beach since the age of 2. He graduated from Addison High School in 1947. He was employed at Tecumseh Products for 44 years, retiring in 1991. He was a Life Member of the… Thursday 3-9 p.m. with Masonic Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Friday 11a.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Burial in White Chapel Cemetery, Troy www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com "GINNY" Passed on October 8, 2008. Survived by beloved and devoted husband, William "Bill", daughter, Patricia (Sal) Ballerini, four loving grandchildren, Deborah (John) Guezen, Michael (Leslie) Ballerini, John (Annie) Ballerini, Joni (Doug) Diefenbaker, plus seven great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, in-laws, Donald (Shirley) Thornton, Susan (Larry) Goffar, and many nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed by many friends and family. All who knew her will remember her… Tuesday 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday 1-9 p.m. A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile Rd.) Warren. Funeral Thursday, in state 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 23801 Kelly Rd. Eastpointe. Pryor, Thelma Ann Arbor, MI Age 103, passed away at her home. A full obituary and service information will follow in a future edition. Arrangements by Generations. . . . Detailed View Thomas F. Monje, age 87, of Holland, died peacefully Monday, October 13, 2008, at his home. Tom was an operating engineer for 42 years and he attended Henry Ford Trade School. He was co-owner of Brass Town. He is survived by his wife, Kay; and son, Thom Monje of Westland; brother-in-law, Larry and Cathy Montgomery of Farmington Hills. A private family service is planned and cremation has taken place. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. An on-line registry book is available at… Trudy Jean Midtgard, 58, of Reading, passed away Friday, Oct. 10, 2008 at home. She was born Dec. 2, 1949 in Montpelier, Ohio, the daughter of Clayton and Betty (Huston) Westfall. Trudy graduated from Camden-Frontier High School in 1967 and worked as a receptionist at Pines Behavioral Health Systems in Coldwater. She belonged to the Camden Missionary Church. On Aug. 10, 1968 she married Thomas Midtgard and he preceded her in death in 2006. Survivors include one daughter, Tabitha Midtgard of Reading; one… October 13, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth L. Dear mother of Russell (Trudy), Laura (Mark) Wealch, Dan (Robin) and Sheryl (Paul) Calcagno. Also survived by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral Friday 11:30 a.m. at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.). Family will receive visitors Thursday 2-9 p.m. Memorial contributions to the Residence of Arbor Hospice would be appreciated. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at… BEACH PARK, Ill. -- Violet "Vi" Scheerens, 87, of Beach Park, formerly of Saxon, Wis., died Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at home. October 13, 2008. Peacefully at home in Bloomfield Hills. Age 90. She wrote both fiction and non-fiction which was published in a wide range of periodicals, including The National Review and Ladies Home Journal. Mary was devoted to the Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary, which she supported with the St. Francis Foundation of Michigan, which she founded in 1994. She also loved and often visited Ireland, where she had a small house. From 1980-1990 she walked the length of the Republic of Ireland. Wife of the late… William C. Looker, age 59, of Gladwin, passed away on Oct. 2, 2008 at Select Specialty Hospital in Saginaw. ST. PAUL, Minn. -- William H. "Bill" Platske, 77, died Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Home in St. Paul. William P. Brodin, 70, of Charlevoix, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. age 68 of Sarasota, Florida and St. Clair Shores passed away suddenly on October 12, 2008. He was a beloved husband of over 47 years to Rosann, devoted father of Matthew (Pamela) Laura Debaldo (Tom) and Georgia and proud grandfather of four to Michael and Mark Yanis and Adam and Anna Dabaldo. Bill was predeceased by his parents Adolph and Mary. Dear brother of Barbara Flores, Virginia Santiago and Henrietta Yanis. Bill loved is family, had a zest for life and enjoyed golfing, traveling with his wife and… Theresa Pelgrim, age 68, of Zeeland, went to be with her Lord Sunday, October 12, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer, in 2006; and her son, Hubert, in 1976. She was a member of Drenthe Christian Reformed Church and retired from Bradford Paper Company where she worked for 22 years. She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Rosalene Burd of Oklahoma, Gene Funk and friend Carol Hammer of Brier, WA, Mary Lou and Jim Pfeiffer of Zeeland, Bernie and Deb Funk of Dorr, Gary and Bonnie… |
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