| MARENISCO, Mich. -- Ann M. Pavlovich, 85, a longtime resident of Marenisco and current resident of Ironwood, entered into her eternal home Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, at the Mather Nursing Center in Ishpeming, in the caring hands of the Mather Nursing staff and the U.P. Home, Health and Hospice. . . . Detailed View . . . 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. STEVENS POINT, Wis. -- Arthur S. Pellow, 92, of Montreal, Wis., passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at North Haven Assisted Living Center in Stevens Point. Sat and Sun 4-9PM at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth (3 1/2 miles W. of I-275). In state Mon 10 AM until 11 AM Funeral Service at the First Church of the Nazarene, 21260 Haggerty Rd., Northville, 48167. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson Foundation or to the Church. To share a memory, please visit, "Well done good and faithful Servant" Saturday 3-7 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. until time of Rosary service 6 p.m. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Robert's honor would be appreciated to Hope Hospice Community Services, 9470 Health Park Circle, Ft. Myers, FL 33908. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com Age 83, passed peacefully in his sleep on October 19, 2008 after a long illness. He leaves to cherish his memory Joan, his wife of almost 44 years; two loving sons, Jonathan Lucius Blount and Benjamin Walker Blount (Melissa), an adoring and adored granddaughter Safiya Lee Blount; two sisters, Inez Hunter and Dorothy Godbee; sisters-in-law Eunice Blount and Jacqueline Blount; brothers-in-law John Galloway and LaMarr Wells; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. His Memorial Service will be held… Ms. Barbara Greenamyer passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008 at age 80. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and was active with the knitting group and the sewing group of the church and was a retired tax assessor. The family will be accepting friends at Sellars Funeral Home in Lebanon, Tenn. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. and on Friday, Oct. 24, 2008 for one hour before service. The chapel service, conducted by Dr. John Cheetham, is 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 24, 2008. A chapel service… Betty Billings March 6, 1926-Oct. 18, 2008 Betty Billings, 82 years, of Temperance, MI got to go home and be with her Lord Saturday October 18, 2008 in Hospice of N.W. Ohio, Toledo. She was our "Pretty Girl" and was loved by everybody! Steele, Bill Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Covenant Healthcare at the age of 72 years. A complete obituary will be published in Sunday's edition of the Saginaw News The funeral service will take place at 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 27, 2008 at W. L. Case & Company, 201 N. Miller Rd. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Monday from 12 noon until the time of the services. www.casefuneralhome.com 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… Bruce Oliver Greene. Born January 15, 1935 in Chicago, IL, passed away just before midnight Saturday, October 18, 2008, surrounded by friends, a lot of friends, and family, over the last two months while he fought the cancer he knew would eventually take his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clay Marshall and Helen Paris Greene of Saugatuck, MI; and wife of 35 years, A.M.O. (Alice Margaret Outram) Greene, whom also died from cancer in 2002. Bruce is survived by his brothers,… Bryan D. Brockway, age 40, of Adrian, passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born March 16, 1968, in Adrian, the son of Cleo and Goldie (Snyder) Brockway. Bryan graduated from Adrian High School with the class of 1987. He then served his country in the United States Navy during the Persian Gulf Conflict. For the past 13 years, Bryan worked in quality control at Jac Products in Saline. He was a member of the Annis Fint Post #1584 of the VFW. Bryan enjoyed… Bryce D. Drumm July 8, 1984-Oct. 21, 2008 Bryce D. Drumm, 24, of Monroe died at 1 a.m. Tuesday. Age 82. October 20, 2008.Beloved husband of Joan. Wonderful father and step-father of Gayle Jones, Judy (Robert) Sy, Jean (Richard) Schohl, Karon (Gary) Jackson, Brian (Debby) Tyler, seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren. WWII USMC Veteran. Memorial service Saturday, November 1st at 11:00 a.m. New Hope Congregation, 57885 Grand River, New Hudson, MI 48165. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society are appreciated. . . . Detailed View Carol Marie Pemberton May 28, 1950-Oct. 1, 2008 VERNON, AZ - Carol Marie (Vance) Pemberton, 58, of Vernon died Oct. 1 at home. She had been ill for two years. Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Roselawn Memorial Park, Lasalle, with Pastor James Jacobs officiating. Carol Sue Greenman, 62, of Naples, Fla., died unexpectedly at her home on Oct. 6, 2008. Carol was born in Yakima, Wash., on March 11, 1946, to William and Marjorie Mitchell. Carol is survived by her husband, John D. Greenman, Sr.; her children, John D. Greenman, Jr., and Tamie Howard of Naples, Fla., William Greenman of Alabama and Jimmy Greenman of Naples, Fla.; her mother, Marjorie Mitchell of Adrian, Mich.; and her siblings, Linda Cleveland of Clayton, Mich., Paula Baughey of Riverview, Fla., and Kenneth… 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. Clayton E. Laubensheimer Oct. 8, 2008 Clayton E. Laubensheimer, age 78, of Cottontown, TN passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008. Clayton Kiekover, age 78, of Oakland, died Wednesday, October 22, 2008. He was a member at Oakland Christian Reformed Church and retired from Westshore Construction. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Pearl Kiekover; and a niece, Bonnie Kempker. He is survived by his sister and her husband, Marian and Garry Nyboer of Hamilton; niece, Kathy Bonz of Wyoming, MI; his friend, Vivian Gryzinski of Wayland. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 26, 2008 at Oakland Christian… • Lisa Marie Padgett Comstock, 39, of Ludington died suddenly Monday, Oct. 20. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... • Marilyn Croft, 70, of Manistee, died Wednesday, Oct. 15. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bear Lake is in charge of arrangements.... Cynthia Appley age 48 of Erie, MI died Wednesday October 22, 2008 in her residence. Monday 6-9 p.m., prayers 7 p.m. at St. Johns Armenian Church, Southfield. (248-569-3045). Funeral Service Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at the church. Masonic Service by Ashler Lodge will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery. Family requests memorial gifts to St. Johns Armenian Church. Arrangements entrusted to the Edward Korkoian Funeral Home, 248-541-8325. WALDRON, Dawn Marie - Age 44, of Birch Run formerly of Clio, died Tuesday, October 21, 2008. A Memorial Service will be held 4:00 PM Sunday, October 26, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 3:00 PM until time of service Sunday. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Dawn Marie Waldron Memorial Fund. Online condolences and tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. Delila Ellis, age 69, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., formerly of Adrian and Onsted, Mich., passed away Oct. 14, 2008, after a long battle with cancer at the home of her son, Kenneth Keith, of Antioch, Tenn. She was born Oct. 10, 1939, to Howard and Mary (Brooks) Counts. Delila attended Onsted High School. She married Warren Keith on Oct. 18, 1957, in Adrian. They moved to Nashville, Tenn., in 1967. They were married 261/2 years. She then married Tommy Ellis on April 14, 1984. Besides her husband, Tommy, she is…
Deputy killed in the line of duty Deputy Sarah Haylett Jones, 27, a 1999 Bronson High School graduate, died Sunday from injuries sustained in the line of duty. Jones, a Monroe County, Ind. sheriff’s deputy was directing traffic at the scene of an accident on SR 45, just west of Bloomington, at 10:30 p.m. Friday. A Jeep, driven by 16-year-old Bree Myers of Bloomington, traveling at 45 mph, struck Jones causing fatal injures. Jim King, a paraprofessional in the criminal justice and law enforcement course at the Branch Area Careers Center… Dorothy Marie Smith Nov. 6, 1948-Oct. 20, 2008 Dorothy Marie Smith, age 59, of S. Rockwood, passed away Monday afternoon at her daughter's home in Carleton. She had been in declining health. Duane (Dee) F. Miller Dec. 28, 1921-Oct. 12, 2008 Duane (Dee) Miller, father of Linda Peters of Newport, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2008 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Formerly of Portage, he had resided since November at Marian Place, Monroe. Duane O. Charles, age 75, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Tuesday morning, Oct. 21, 2008, at his home following a hard fought battle with cancer. He was born Feb. 8, 1933, in LaGrange, Ind., a son of the late Xenophen and Ruth Abby (Harding) Charles. Duane had lived most of his life in the Sturgis area except for the 10 years he and his wife lived in Rio Rancho, N. M. On Dec. 27, 1952, he married Mary Louise Hoovert at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. In 1969 Duane began a 21-year career… . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Edward James Clark, 67, Cheboygan, died Oct. 15. Arrangements are by Life Story Funeral Home, Traverse City. Ellen “Bunny” (Haasjes) Bochniak, 59, died on Oct. 20, 2008, in Greater Regional Medical Center, Creston, Iowa. Services will be 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, at Pearson-Coen-Beaty Family Funeral Service, Creston, Iowa. Interment will be at the Graceland Cemetery in Creston. Visiting is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home prior to the service. www.pearsonfuneralhomes.com . . . Detailed View Evelyn Bol, age 80, of Holland, died Wednesday, October 22, 2008, at Heartland of Holland. She was a faithful member of Faith Christian Reformed Church, and was employed by Robert Shaw for 15 years. Evelyn’s husband, Alvin, preceded her in death in 1988. She is survived by her three sons, Dale Bol of Holland, John Bol of Holland, and Frederick and Muncie Bol of Santa Anna, CA; a grandson, Mark Isaac Bol; brother, Milo and Sylvia Witte of Fremont; and sisters-in-law, Mrs. John (Beulah) Witte of… Evelyn Marie Cooper, age 77, of rural Three Rivers, Mich., died Oct. 21, 2008, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo following a long illness. She was born in Three Rivers on Jan. 22, 1931, one of 12 children born to Charles and Fannie (Chapman) Dentler. Evelyn was a lifetime resident of the Three Rivers area and attended Three Rivers Schools. She was a homemaker, and had been employed at Nagel’s Glad Farm and the Mullett Fruit Farm & Vineyard. Evelyn was married to Fred Cooper on April 27,… kaatzfunerals.com , . . . Detailed View Age 94. Beloved wife for 56 years of the late Charlie Finkel. Devoted mother of Robert (Linda) Finkel. Loving grandmother of Noah (Linda) Finkel and Molly (Scott) Sutton. Proud great grandmother of Emma, Matthew and Charlie Finkel, and Lucy and Sadie Sutton. Cherished sister of the late Ruth (the late Robert) Oberndorf, the late Al (the late Lee) Velick, the late Sarah Gross, the late Mashe Hirsch and the late Shaynie Rosenbloom. Also survived by Frances Berger and other loving nieces, nephews and cousins.… Age 86 October 23, 2008 Beloved wife of Dominic. Dear mother of Toni Siuru, Joanne Pata, and Felix. Dearest grandmother of nine and great grandmother of six. Family will receive friends Sunday and Monday 2-8pm at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Road, Redford. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, in-state 9:30 am until the time of Mass at 10 am at St. John Bosco Catholic Church, 12100 Beech Daly Road, Redford. Interment Oakland Hills Memorial Park. www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com Mindykowski, Florence M. Bay City, Michigan Age 88 years, died October 20, 2008. Funeral Liturgy will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at St. Hyacinth Church. Visiting hours will be Wednesday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Penzien-Steele Funeral Home. The complete obituary will be in Wednesday's paper. 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. BESSEMER, Mich. -- Fred P. Sanger Jr., 79, of East Sellar Street in Bessemer, died Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, at home. Gary S. Kirkey, 55, of Cocoa, Florida (formerly of Royal Oak and Gladwin), passed away Oct. 19, 2008 with his family by his side. He was born on June 4, 1953 in Detroit. Geneva Lutz, 74, of Charlevoix, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. Funeral will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Charlevoix. The Rev. Jerry Hunko will officiate and burial will take place in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Charlevoix. George E. Norton, 72, of Bronson, Mich., passed away early Saturday morning, Oct. 18, 2008, at his home. He was born May 25, 1936, in Decatur, Ill., a son of the late George E. and Mary Juanita (Decker) Norton. George had resided in Bronson since June of 2008, coming from Arizona where he had lived for over 30 years. He was a talented horse trainer and was proud of the fact that he had trained many of the Triggers horses for Roy Rodgers while he lived in Twin Oaks, Calif. George was also an experienced… George W. Peel, 89, Millersburg, died at home Oct. 22. Funeral Arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home. Gerrald Groenewoud, age 88, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Gerrald was born on August 3, 1920, the eldest child of Peter and Emma Groenewoud. Gerrald served in the U.S. Army and was a decorated World War II veteran. He retired after 38 years from Eagle Ottawa Leather Company. He had was an avid gardener, hunter, and loved to travel. He was a member of Harlem Reformed Church. Gerrald was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Groenewoud; and sisters, Margaret Bunch, and… Services for Mrs. Grace Jager, aged 87, of Grandville, will be 4:00 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008 at the Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Dr. NE, Belmont. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the funeral chapel. A complete obituary will be in Sunday's Press or online at www.stegengafuneralchapel. Stegenga Funeral Chapel (616) 866-7200 Greta Jane LaRose Antoine, 74, died Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at her home in East Jordan. 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.,… . . . 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… . . . Detailed View James Hamilton Bailey, 56, of Fennville, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, in Holland Hospital. A memorial service will take place 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville. . . . Detailed View James R. Hurley, 66, of Allen, passed away Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, at his home. He was born Dec. 3, 1941 in Litchfield James A. Betty (Barnett) Hurley. He was married March 28, 1964 to Gloria Wight and she preceded him in death Feb. 5, 2006. Jim was a graduate of Litchfield High School. He retired from Crotty Corporation and had also been an employee of Addison Products from 1969 through 1990. Surviving are two daughters, Dawn Hurley and Kim (Jeffrey) Wilson, both of Allen; a son, Scott Hurley of Allen;… James Roger Marunick Oct. 15, 2008 James Roger Marunick, 64 of Palmetto, Fl., died on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. James Studnicka Sept. 19, 1929-Oct. 18, 2008 James Studnicka, 79, of Milan, died at 10 PM, Saturday, October 18, 2008, in his home. Service for Mrs. Janetlee Workman, aged 62, of Wyoming, will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 27, 2008 at Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral chapel. A complete obituary will be in Sunday's Press or online at www.stegengafuneralchapel. Jean Edith Richert March 9, 1934-Oct. 23, 2008 Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel on Saturday October 25, 2008 from 1 to 9 PM and Sunday October 26, 2008 from 12 to 8 PM. Funeral Services will be held in St. Jean Edith Richert Oct. 23, 2008 Jean Edith Richert, 74, of New Boston, wife of Dr. Joseph J. Richert, died Thursday in Oakwood Heritage Hospital, Taylor. Jimmie Jean Rawson, age 27, of Fennville, passed away August 6, 2008, in Truth or Consequences, NM. Jimmie was born March 14, 1981 in Allegan. Surviving are her son, Anthony James Rawson; her mother, Shiron Thompson of Holland; her father, James Rawson, Sr., of Grand Junction; three sisters, Ruth (Carl) Hicks of Grand Junction; Shiron Rawson of Grand Junction, Alicia Rawson of Alabama; one brother, James (Char) Rawson, Jr. of Grand Junction; grandparents, Fred and Jo Rawson of Grand Junction; Hoyt and… Jo Anne Parsons, 61, of Fremont, Ind. died Monday, Oct. 20, 2008 at Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Angola, Ind. She married Steve Parsons on Aug. 28, 1970. He survives. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008 at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, 2008 with Pastor Harold Beck officiating. Memorials may be directed to the family. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com. RAMSAY, Mich. -- Joel L. Seppanen, 59, of Center Street, Ramsay, died Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, in Ironwood. John D. “Jack” Smith, 75, of Jonesville, passed away Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, at his home. He was born March 19, 1933, in Detroit, to Norman and Helen (Barry) Smith. He was married June 30, 1951, to Dorothy Wendrychowicz; she survives in Jonesville. Jack was a meat cutter at Kroger’s, a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was an avid hunter, sportsman and loved the outdoors. He was a loving husband and father to his family. Surviving, besides his wife Dorothy, are… John K. Vander Broek, 86, of Holland, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at a local care facility. Arrangements will be announced later by the Dykstra Funeral Homes. Sunday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary 4 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, Inc., 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. In state Monday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Philomena Catholic Church, 4281 Marseilles, Detroit. Light a candle and share a memory at at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (@ Schoenherr) Sunday 2 - 8 pm and Monday 4 - 9 pm with Rosary 7 pm. Funeral Tuesday at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church 31555 Hoover (N. of 13 mile) In State 9 am until time of Mass 9:30am. Interment Wednesday, Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Saginaw, MI . In memory of Helen's life and membership in Post # 3908 memorials may be made to the VFW National Home, Eaton Rapids, MI Sunday 3-9 pm. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc, 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Pkwy. (16 Mile). Instate Monday 9 a.m at St. Matthias Catholic Church on 19 Mile just West of Schoenherr until 9:30 a.m. Mass. Private interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at Kash Combs, 83, of Jonesville and formerly of Moscow, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008. The funeral will be Friday, Oct. 17, 2008 at 11 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Bridgewater, Mich. The family will receive friends at the Janowiak Funeral Home in Ypsilanti from 1-8 p.m. Thursday. Please read his complete obituary and sign his guest book at janowiakfuneralhome.com "Where Families Come First." . . . Detailed View IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Kathryn D. "Katie" Patrick, 92, a longtime Ironwood resident and co-owner of McKevitt-Patrick and Engstrom Funeral Homes of Ironwood and Hurley, Wis., died peacefully Sunday evening, Oct. 19, 2008, at Brookridge Heights Assisted Living Facility in Marquette, surrounded by her family, where she had resided since June 2007. Kenneth T. Hamminga, 51, of Riverside Drive, White Pigeon, died Oct. 21, 2008 at Riverview Manor in Three Rivers following an extended illness. Cremation has taken place. Private graveside services and interment will be at the White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Donations may be directed to In House Hospice Solutions, 5360 Holiday Terrace Suite 24A, Kalamazoo, Mich., 49009. Envelopes area available at the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon which is handling the arrangements. LIDDLE MARY LOUISE (NEE KLEEHAMMER) Age 83. October 24, 2008. Beloved wife of 60 years to Robert. Dear mother of Susan (Paul) Goeddeke and William (Rhonda) Liddle. Loving grandmother of Matthew, Katherine and Jessica. Mary shared her warmth, love and humor with many. She will be missed by all who were privileged to know her. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 11:00 am, at Lake Shore Presbyterian Church, 27801 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Arrangements made by Gendernalik Funeral Home, Inc., New Baltimore. • Marion L. Lambrecht, 87, of Manistee, died Thursday, Oct. 16 in Aransas Pass, Texas. The Johnson Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... Laurine B. Burtless, age 87, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at her home. Laurine was born Oct. 7, 1921, in Homer, Mich., the daughter of Earl and Georgiana (Bush) Dryer. She graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1939. She attended Siena Heights and Michigan State universities, receiving her Bachelor’s Degree. On March 25, 1945, Laurine married William Burtless in Adrian. William preceded her in death in 1969. Laurine taught at Madison and Ridgeway schools prior to teaching… Laurine Burtless, age 87, of Adrian passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Lenawee. Arrangements are pending at Wagley Funeral Home. Lavanche Vivian Veldheer, age 91, of Holland, died Wednesday, October 22, 2008, at Resthaven Care Center. Lavanche was born in Olive Township on November 30, 1916 to William and Maggie Ovens. She was a member of North Holland Reformed Church. She worked as a seamstress at both Chris Craft and Slick Craft. Lavanche retired from Slick Craft after many faithful years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Veldheer on October 8, 1994; her daughter, Faye Kars on February 27, 2000;… Baillargeon, Leona G., Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Baillargeon passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008 at the Bay Medical Care Facility. Age 91 years. The funeral in being planned for Tuesday and a complete obituary will be in Saturday's edition of the Bay City Times. 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,… 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… . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Sunday 2-9 p.m. with Vigil Service at 7 p.m. Interment Mt. Kelly Cemetery. Memorials to American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association, Greater Midwest Affiliate, Memorials and Tributes Lockbox, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674 and to American Diabetes Association, Detroit, MI Office, 30200 Telegraph Rd., Suite 205, Bingham Farms, MI 48025. Share your memories with the Meyer family at "BILL" October 24, 2008. Age 64 of Westland. Beloved husband of Cheryl. Dear father of Barbara. Brother of the late Donald. Service Monday 1 p.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland. Family will receive friends Sunday 1-6 p.m. Please visit and post a note of condolence at Margaret Theresa 'Marge' Acker Margaret Theresa (Fettig) Acker, also known as “Marge,” passed away peacefully early Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. She was 69 years of age. . . . Detailed View 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. MARENISCO, Mich. -- Marie A. Maki, 69, of Lyons, Wis., died Oct. 6, 2008, in Burlington, Wis. 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… WAUKESHA, Wis. -- Mavis M. Witek, of Waukesha died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at home with her family by her side at age 73. Max Skinner, age 89, of Tecumseh, passed away Oct. 24, 2008. Funeral arrangements are pending at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Tecumseh. Maxine M. Reynolds Dec. 15, 1935-Oct. 18, 2008 Maxine M. Reynolds, age 72, of Berkley for 20 years, formerly of Monroe, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2008 at home. Maysell G. Redman, 82, of Gladwin, passed away Oct. 18, 2008 at MidMichigan Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. She was born Dec. 23, 1925 to Mathias and Maude (Swinehart) Huber. Loving father and grandfather, will be deeply missed. In celebration of his life a memorial will be held at 31417 Marquette in Garden City on Sunday, October 26, 2-7 p.m. Thackaberry, Milt Canton, MI Age 54, died suddenly Octo-ber 20, 2008 Cherished husband of Cindy. Fan-tastic father of Mike and Andy. Dear brother of Virginia. Dear son- in-law of Howard and Betty Wikel. Funeral Friday 11 a.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd., (btwn Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. Visitation Thursday 4-8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Canton Community Foundation or Habitat for Humanity. For full obituary or to leave a message of condolence, visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com Mrs. Marta Sotelo Falcon passed away on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2008, at the age of 57. Marta was born in Adrian, Mich., to Jose and Martha Salinas Sotelo. Marta married Raymond G. Falcon on July 29, 2000, in Madera, Calif. Marta worked at Sure Save Grocery in Madera, and later at Valley Oak Credit Union, and for the last six years she was a caregiver for her family. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Marcella S. Garcia. Marta is survived by her husband of eight years, Raymond Falcon; her… • Della Mae Murray, 71, of Manistee, died Wednesday Oct. 22. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... Myrtle Eileen Burk, 85, of Coldwater, passed away Sunday 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 Aug. 16, 1942 she married Elmer… . . . Detailed View OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. -- Nancy D. Johnson, 71, of Ocean Township, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. Nancy Marie Russeau Aug. 9, 1948 - Oct. 15, 2008 Nancy Marie Russeau was born on August 9, 1948 in Monroe, Michigan. She was the daughter of the late Lloyd Jerome Russeau Sr. and the late Alice Marie (Navarre). Nancy loved her family. Noreen Wuertz Dec. 17, 1931-Oct. 18, 2008 Noreen Wuertz, 76 years, of Temperance, MI died Saturday October 18, 2008 in her home. Ollie M. Goodloe April 11, 1936-Oct. 18, 2008 Ollie Melvin Goodloe, 72, of Maybee died Saturday at St. Mary Mercy Hospital, Livonia. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Marble Memorial United Methodist Church, Milan. IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Patricia Ann Juntti, 65, died June 24, 2008, in Woodruff, Wis. Paul E. Lyons, 81, of Fawn River Road, Sturgis, died Oct. 23, 2008 at Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Comunity in Centreville following an extended illness. He was born Nov. 26, 1926 in White Pigeon Township, a son to Sam and Mary (Davis) Lyons. He was a graduate of White Pigeon High School and a member of the U.S. Army serving in The Occupation of Japan after World War II. He was a resident of the White Pigeon and Sturgis area all of his life. On Sept. 3, 1955 he married Helen F. Holtz in Sturgis.… Paul E. Vergote, Sr., age 90, of Blissfield, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at his home. Paul was born on Oct. 9, 1918, in Riga, Mich., the son of Achiel and Victorine (Ramout) Vergote. On Feb. 19, 1942, he was married to his sweetheart of 66 years, Helen Iffland. Paul served his country in the United States Air Force as a Staff Sergeant during the late 1930s. He worked most of his life as a self-employed farmer, planting and harvesting crops and raising cattle. He eventually retired… Paul R. Murray, 65, of Gladwin, passed away Oct. 15, 2008, at MidMichigan Medical Center�“ Midland. He was born May 19, 1943, to Paul E. and Reba Lou (Ragan) Murray in Toledo, Ohio. Sunday 2-9pm at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Monday 10:30am until an 11am Funeral Service at Community Baptist Church, 28237 Warren (between Middlebelt and Inkster). 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… RIDER, Renita Mae - Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, age 71, of Kearsley Daly Villa of Flint, died Sunday, October 19, 2008 at Brian's House Hospice. A memorial service will be held 1 PM Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton with Pastor Randy Hotchkiss officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 PM until the time of service Thursday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the… Reva D. Hay, age 63, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 21, 2008, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born June 11, 1945, in Kendallville, Ind., a daughter of the late Ivan and Mabel Rice. Reva had resided in Sturgis since 1991, coming from Topeka, Ind. On Dec. 5, 1992, she married Kirk Hay in Sturgis. She was a homemaker and enjoyed playing golf, bowling camping and fishing. Reva is survived by her husband, Kirk; two sons, Mike (Camille) Burns of New Carlisle,… Richard E. Sigworth Oct. 8, 2008 Richard E. Sigworth, 91, of Milan died Oct. 8. Visitation will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday with a Masonic service at 7 p.m. at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan, where funeral services are pending. Richard Massey, 74, of East Jordan, died Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at his home surrounded by his family. 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… IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Rose Marie Manchester, 87, of Poplar St., Ironwood, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008, in Hurley, with her family by her side. Ruby Rodgers, age 77, of Adrian, went to be with her heavenly Father on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at Lynwood Manor. The funeral service for Ruby will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Wagley Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to New Hope Tabernacle Church. Envelopes are… Sarah Irene Jones, 27, of Bloomington, Ind., formerly of Sturgis, Mich., and a graduate of Bronson High School, died Oct. 19, 2008, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis of injuries sustained while serving as a Deputy for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Lockwood Community Church in Coldwater, Mich., where services are at 11 a.m. Monday. Burial will follow at Lockwood Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.mem.com.
Sarah Irene Jones, age 27, of Bloomington died Sunday at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Ind. from injuries that she received while serving as a Deputy for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. She was born April 2, 1981 in Sturgis. She was the daughter of Wayne and Kimalee (Van Zile) Haylett of Coldwater. She was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving from 2001 to 2006. In her youth, she was active in 4-H, American Rabbit Breeders Association, and was a mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters.… . . . Detailed View Shirley A. Rise, 77, of Mt. Pleasant passed away Thursday, October 16, 2008 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Sister Margaret (Ignatiana) Donoghue, IHM July 3, 1917-Oct. 19, 2008 Monroe, MI - Sister Margaret, IHM, 91, died Sunday, Oct. 19, in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe, Mich. Sister Mary T. Meegan, formerly known as Sister John Maureen Meegan, died on Oct. 19, 2008, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 83 years of age and in the 63rd year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Mary was born in Chicago, Ill., to John and Mary (Martin) Meegan. Sister graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Adrian, Mich., and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics from Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, Mich.; a Master of Arts… Steve Michael Kovenich Oct. 21, 2008 Steve Michael Kovenich, 61, of Monroe died at 5:05 p.m. Tuesday in his home. Arrangements pending at Rupp Funeral Home. Steve Michael Kovenich Sept. 12, 1947-Oct. 21, 2008 Steve Michael Kovenich, 61 of Monroe died at 5:05 p.m. Tuesday in his home. He had been in poor health for the last year and seriously ill for 2 months. Friends may call from 1 to 9 p.m. . . . Detailed View Thelma Hinkley age 85, formerly of Colon, passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at her home at Thurston Woods Village, Sturgis. Thelma was born April 28, 1923, in Mobile, Ala., a daughter of the late William and Marcine (Mallory) Snell Sr. Thelma had lived in Colon for many years, moving to Sturgis in 1977. On Oct. 1, 1942, she married Frank G. Hinkley Jr. in Miami. He preceded her in death on Dec. 31,1971. Thelma had worked from 1952 to 1968 for the former Transogram Co. and later worked for and… FOLEY, Thomas Age 89 Of Sturgis, MI Died Oct. 20, 2008 at Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. On June 7, 1947, in Kalamazoo, MI, he married Wilda Hassing. Surviving are his wife, Wilda; six sons, Thomas Foley of Portage, MI, David (Margaret) Foley of Cherry Hill, NJ, William (Mary) Foley of Lyndonville, Vermont, Mark (Jerri) Foley of Portage, MI, Stephen (Shirley) Foley of Sturgis, MI, and Robert (Charlene) Foley of Elkhart, IN. Grandchildren, Patrick, Daniel, Kim (Mike) Evans, Kristi, Tyler, Aric, Zachary… Thomas J. Foley, age 89, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at the Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. He was born Sept. 29, 1919, in Des Moines, Iowa, a son of the late Jay Paul and Abbie (Hugenot) Foley. Thomas has been a resident of Sturgis since 1965, moving here from Framingham, Mass. On June 7, 1947, in Kalamazoo, Mich., he married Wilda Hassing. He had been employed for Diamond International and while in Sturgis for Bandholtz Paint Co. for 20 years, retiring in 1988. Thomas was a… Thomas Leo Blonde, Sr., 70, of Pinconning, died Oct. 16, 2008 following a short illness. He was born March 30, 1938 to Marshall A. and Kathryne (Greenman) Blonde in Almont. He was a retired meat cutter. HARRIET MAY TURNER, 79, of Fife Lake, died Oct. 24, 2008, at home.No services will be held at this time.Arrangements are by Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home, Kalkaska. Mrs. Valeria Lillian Razminas, 86, of Ludington, died Monday, Oct. 20 at Tendercare of Ludington. Valeria was born on June 5, 1922 in Chicago, Ill. to Joseph and Bernice (Bartis) Rimkus, and married W... . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Beloved wife of the late Herman Weinstock. Loving mother of Dr. Sanford Weinstock and Dr. Joel (Allison) Weinstock. Dear sister of the late Douglas Frazein, Marilyn Goldstein and Rita Davidoff. Loving grandmother of Regina, Jeffrey, Lisa and Andrew Weinstock. Service Sunday 11:30 a.m. at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622. Interment Hebrew Memorial Park. Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd (west of Hoover) Warren. Instate Monday 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Malachy Church 14115 Fourteen Mile Rd. (east of Schoenherr) Sterling Heights. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at BACKUS, Wilbur H. - Age 84, of Davison, died Monday, October 20, 2008 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 10 AM Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint. Burial immediately following in Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1-4 and 6-9 PM Wednesday. Those desiring may make contributions to the Disabled American Veterans or charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be posted at the… William J. Gryder Jr. Oct. 10, 1956-Oct. 14, 2008 William J. Gryder, Jr. 52 of Kalamazoo, formerly of Monroe, died Tuesday, October 14, 2008 in Portage, Michigan. October 23, 2008 age 81 Beloved wife of Gustav. Dear mother of Ilse Wenzel and Christine Walek. Loving grandmother of Tom (Rachel), Stephan, Kevin (Beth) Wiedinger, Lucas and Alicia Walek. Dear great-grandmother of Travis, Addison, Dana and Lauren. Also survived by two brothers and one sister. Funeral Saturday 11:00 am at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. www.howepeterson.com |
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