| "DICK" N. Ft. Myers, Florida, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008, age 84, formerly of Redford, Michigan. Loving husband and father. Preceded in death by sisters Henrietta "Snooks" Randall, Dorothy Wenzell, Shirley Hughes. Survived by wife, Marion; children Michael (Gayle) Anway, Patrick (Gina) Anway, Mark (Diane) Anway, Doc (Mary) Anway, Chris (Linda) Anway, Chuck (Joan) Anway, John (Yovana) Anway, Kathryn Kay, Jerry (Marybeth) Anway; sisters Ruth Staels, Patricia Anway; nearly a score of… Anna Jasko, age 76, of Holland died Monday, November 3, 2008 at Providence Healthcare in Zeeland. She is survived by her husband, Dezso; son, Zoltan; daughter-in-law, Maria; two grandchildren, Zoltan Papp, Melinda and Jim Bennett; great-granddaughter, Samantha Bennett. Visitation will be 12-1 p.m. Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland. Burial will be in North Holland Cemetery on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the… CRYSTAL FALLS, Mich. -- Anton J. "Blo" Ippolite, 91, of Crystal Falls, formerly of Bessemer, died Friday Oct. 31, 2008, in Iron River. Arlo I. Renner, age 72, of Onsted passed away Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian. He was born on July 25, 1936, in Addison, the son of Wayne B and Dora R. (Mattocks) Renner. He married Rheta Mae Curtis on June 8, 1957, in Onsted. She preceded him in death on Aug. 18, 2007. Arlo served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a garage mechanic in Alaska with his brother before moving back to the Onsted area to work construction for several companies in the… Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. begins at 10 a.m. Memorials to Shriners Children's Hospital or First Presbyterian Church of Dearborn, 600 N. Brady, Dearborn, MI 48124. at Wilson-Akins Funeral Home, N.W. Chapel, 17500 Fenkell, Detroit Friday 4- 8 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 12:00 p.m. family hour, with funeral services at 12:30 p.m. at Hartford Memorial Baptist Church, 18700 James Couzens, Detroit 48235 Barbara Manick, 67, of Riverview, Mich. passed away Oct. 26, 2008 at Henry Ford Hospital in Wyandotte, Mich. She was born Nov. 8, 1940. Funeral arrangements for Barbara Manick are pending at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. OHS, Barbara Mae Age 86 Of Kalamazoo Memorial services will be 3:00 PM on Saturday, Nov. 8, at First Congregational Church, 129 S. Park St., Kalamazoo, with visitation beginning at 1:00 PM. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th Street. A complete obituary is available and online condolences may be left and viewed at www.langelands.com. Bernice Taylor-Alley, 79, of Oregon, Ohio, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008. She was born Dec. 18, 1928 in Bexar County, Texas, to E.D. and Rose (Nehr) Raines. Bernice was a faithful servant to God throughout her entire life, serving Him as a longtime member of the Allen United Methodist Church and as the pastor of the Moscow Plains UMC for five years. Outside of her faithful service to the Lord, she enjoyed gardening, RVing and visiting local shut-ins. Bernice is survived by her… Erickson, Bertha O (nee Holquist) Ypsilanti, MI Age 98, died November 1, 2008. Please read her complete obituary and sign her guestbook at www. JanowiakFuneralHome.com "Where Families Come First" Beverly Ann Binns, 76, of Sunfield, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008 following a long illness. Billy H. Moffett, age 75, of Tecumseh passed away this morning, Nov. 6, 2008. Funeral arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Home. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd., Sunday 3-9 p.m. Tributes to Ronald McDonald House Charities, attn: Charitable Accounting,1 Kroc Drive, Oak Brook, IL 60523, http://rmhc.org/giving are welcome. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at Friday 2-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home 20705 Mack Ave., at Vernier Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods. Scripture Service Friday 7:00 p.m. Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Funeral Mass at St Isaac Jogues Catholic Church 21120 Madison, St Clair Shores. Carol Diane Noblit, 62, of Jonesville, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born in Pittsford on Dec. 8, 1945, to Roy and Naomi (Julian) Double. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Max, Keith, Don and Ron; and stepson, Randy Noblit of Florida. She graduated from Pittsford High School in 1964, Valedictorian of her class. She spent her entire life in Hillsdale County. Carol worked for Alsons (Masco) for many years in various executive positions.… SANDERS, Carold Arthur - Age 76, of Fenton, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at his residence. Interment of cremated remains will be held 1:00 PM Monday, November 10, 2008 at Great Lakes National Cemetery. Arrangements by: Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. 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. BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. -- Charles A. Keranen, 87, of Bruce Crossing, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at Marquette General Hospital, Marquette. Charles Jay Collins, 68, formerly of Holland, passed away on October 26, 2008. He is survived by his companion of 26 years, Barbara Baron; children, Michael and Michelle, Ron (Sara) Ridgway, Donna (Michael) Mosier, Chris (Rick) Uildriks, Todd Ridgway; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cremation and memorial services were held in Arizona. Graveside services are November 7, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. at Idlewild Cemetery, Kent City, Michigan, at 18 Mile and Tyrone. Friends may meet the family… . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Beloved husband of LaVetta "Jeanne" Coker. Dear son of Sheldon and Dorothy Decker. Loving father of Aaron Decker. Dearest brother of Glen Decker, Vincent (Sylvia) Versage, Randi (Ken Armstrong) Decker, and Dana Doitteau. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and dear friends. Service Sunday 12 noon at Beth Tephilath Moses Synagogue, Mt. Clemens. Interment Beth Tephilath Moses Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622. . . . Detailed View David W. O'Neill Jan. 23, 1961-Nov. 4, 2008 David W. O'Neill, age 47 of Temperance, MI, died Tuesday, November 04, 2008 in St. Anne Mercy Hospital, Toledo, OH after battling cancer for the past 2 years. Della Mae Leister, age 87, of Centreville, Mich., passed away Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, surrounded by her loved ones, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born in Mansfield, Ohio, on July 23, 1921, a daughter of Harry and Helen (Mocklin) Barr. Della Mae moved to Michigan in April 1933, and she married Ralph Leister on Aug. 17, 1942 in St. Louis, Mo. He preceded her in death on Aug. 14, 1996. Della Mae enjoyed raising her family with Ralph. She also liked playing cards and Yahtzee and… Dennis Michael DeBlock Jan. 28, 1949-Oct. 30, 2008 Dennis Michael DeBlock, age 59, died on Thursday, October 30, 2008 suddenly at his home in Carleton, Michigan. Donald A. Ruth, 57, of Lakeland, Fla., passed away Friday, Oct. 31, 2008 near Pensacola, Fla. as a result of injuries sustained in a traffic accident. He was born April 22, 1951 in Hillsdale to Vernon and Serena (Fish) Ruth. He was married April 1, 1972 to Susan Laser and she survives. Donald was a 1969 graduate of Pittsford High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served from 1970 to 1972. He enjoyed woodworking, sports and music. Surviving besides his wife Susan, are his parents Vernon and… Donald C. Price, 81 of Rockledge Fla, and formerly of LaGrange, Ind., died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008. A graveside service will be 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at the Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange with military rites by American Legion Post #215. Donald H. Dunn, age 86, died October 31, 2008. MARTIN, Dorothy May - Age 101, of Grand Blanc, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Genesys Convalescent Center. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Friday, November 7, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint with Rev. Hal Philips officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery. Visitation will be held 4-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Halsey United Methodist Church. Mrs. Martin was born July 16, 1907 in New… MERCER, Wis. -- Dr. R. Ernest Dear, 75, of Mercer, passed away peacefully Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, at the Palliative Care Unit of St. Joseph Hospital in Marshfield, from a rapid and debilitating lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis. Ernie and his family learned of the disease, its unknown cause and terminal effects only four days before his passing. Enoch “JC” Carter, age 49, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Tuesday morning Nov. 4, 2008, at his home. He was born Oct. 12, 1959, in Sturgis, a son of Robert and Vera (Ware) Carter. JC had resided in Sturgis for the past three years, and prior to that he had lived most of his life in the Niles and Colon area. On March 23, 2001, he married Lorraine Ditmer in Centreville. JC’s working life was spent in the construction, maintenance and mobile home repair industries. He had a passion for… Eric Galasinski, 34, of Holland, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, following an automobile accident. A memorial service will be 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, at Grace Church of West Ottawa, 15020 Stanton St., West Olive. Visitation will be 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. www.lakeshorememorial.com IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Esther W. Rintala, 92, of 127 N. Curry St., Ironwood, died Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, in Ironwood, surrounded by her family. HODGE, Evelyn Grace - Age 82, of Flint, died Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Brian's House Hospice. Funeral services will be held 2 PM Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Calvary Community Church, 1201 W. 12th St., Flint with Rev. Sarah LaRose-Nettel officiating. Interment will follow at Crestwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held 1-3 and 5-8 PM Monday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek and from 1 PM until the time of service Tuesday at the church. Those desiring may make… Sunday 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture Service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Beaumont Hospice, 1200 Stephenson Hwy., Troy, MI 48083 or St. Fabian Church. www.mccabefuneralhome.com. Beloved wife for 52 years of Jack Friedman. Devoted mother of Stacy (Jeffrey) Brodsky, Dr. Steven (Susan) Friedman, Scott Friedman, and Shelby Friedman. Proud grandmother of Brian, Tamara, and Danielle Brodsky, Liza, Abigail, and Kathryn Friedman. Dear sister of Miles (Deborah) Barnett and the late Carl Barnett. Cherished sister-in-law of Mort (Deborah) Friedman and dear aunt of Susan (fiancee Jared Sherr) Barnett, Seth Barnett, Matthew Friedman, and Kelly (Maurice) Sessel. SERVICES 10:30 FRIDAY MORNING AT… Felixa (Phyllis) Wyzbinski Nov. 28, 1930-Nov. 3, 2008 Felixa (Phyllis) Wyzbinski, died November 3 at her home in Clare after a lingering illness. Frances Prochaska died at age 92 on Nov. 4, 2008, at the Evangelical Home Saline, Mich. She was born in Milan Township, Mich., on 5 March 1916, to John (Jan) and Elizabeth (Alzbeta Veverkova) Machacek, Austrian-Moravian immigrants from what is now the Czech Republic (Bohemia). Frances grew up loving the woods and fields of Southern Michigan. She graduated from the 8th grade in 1929 after an all-day examination from the Eastlick School on Ridge Road. As second oldest of five girls, Frances worked on the farm… Frank J. Jagoda Jr., 68, of Mongo, Ind., died Nov. 4, 2008, at his residence. Visitation will be held from 2-8 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in LaGrange, Ind. with a rosary service at 8:30 pm. A funeral mass will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Mongo Cemetery, Mongo, Ind. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is handling arrangements. . . . Detailed View 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. • Barbara Ann Franquist, 72, of Ludington died today, Nov. 4 in Ann Arbor. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home, 2640 Monroe Blvd. (Near W. Outer Drive), Dearborn Sunday 1 p.m. until time of the funeral service at 7 p.m. Beloved husband of Joan Goldin. Dear father of Sharon (Michael) Mony, Lawrence (Darla) Goldin, and Mark (Beth Domenick) Goldin. Loving grandfather of Janelle, Ryan, Darren, Stephanie, and Terry Goldin, Amanda, and Jeremy Mony. Devoted brother of Evelyn (Jay) Gerber, Laura (Sigmund) Kralik, and the late Mildred Lipsitz, and the late Anna (the late Leonard) Hack. Dearest brother-in-law of Eli (Shirley) Lipsitz. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. SERVICES TODAY,…
Gladys Jousma, age 79, of Holland, entered into her eternal home Tuesday, November 4, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Melvin, in 1999. She was a devoted and active member of Providence Christian Reformed Church and was a charter member of the Water Lillies at the Holland Aquatic Center. Glad enjoyed outdoor activities including golf, swimming, fishing and travel. She is survived by her children, Kathy and Greg Van Wieren of Holland, James and Cathy Jousma of Hudsonville,… WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Glen R. Danielson, 76, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, died Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital Long-Term Care Unit in Ontonagon. Gloria “Jean” Austin, 65, of Gladwin passed away Nov. 2, 2008 at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland following a long illness. Saturday 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 24505 Meadowbrook Road, Novi until time of the Funeral Liturgy at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the ALS Association of SE Michigan or Angela Hospice would be appreciated. Age 83, November 5, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Dolores for 57 years. Loving father of John "Fritz" Heiler and Marilyn (Keith) Krych. Private services were held with the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile). Share a memory at bcfh.com November 5, 2008, age 94. Beloved wife of the late John C. Dearest mother of Julia H. Moreau (Michel), David C. (Jody), Christi Shatzel (Rick), and John Jeffrey (Sara). Loving grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of seven. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Chas. Verheyden Funeral Homes, Inc., (313)-881-8500. Light a candle and share a memory at 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.,… SHERIDAN, Helen C. Age 71 Of Kalamazoo Passed away on November 3, 2008 at Tendercare of Westwood. In accordance with her wishes cremation will take place. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 2:00 PM at the Kalamazoo Institute of the Arts. A full obituary will appear in the Kalamazoo Gazette on November 19, 2008. Arrangements by REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 Helen W. Baehr, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008 at her home in Gladwin. . . . Detailed View Howard M. Bosch, 76, of Holland, died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at his home. Arrangements are pending with Lakeshore Memorial Services. . . . Detailed View JM Philburn Rambo, 93, of Beaverton was taken home by our Lord on Monday, Nov. 4, 2008. IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Jack Frank, 93, of 220 E. Oak St., Ironwood, died unexpectedly early Sunday morning, Nov. 2, 2008, in his home. James Ruth passed away peacefully on the evening of Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, at home in Sonoma, Calif. at the age of 76. Born June 14, 1932, in Hillsdale, he was an avid fisherman and enjoyed camping, hiking, golfing and travel. Jim was an artist at heart and enjoyed drawing and crafts. He took great satisfaction in the simple pleasures of life and was always willing to help a friend. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Jim served proudly for 23 years in England, Vietnam and several duty stations in the… James Joseph McGaffigan, born Sept. 28, 1926, in Flint, Mich., to James Joseph and Margaret Agnes McGaffigan, died Nov. 2, 2008. Jim graduated from Flint Northern High School in 1943 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving in the South Pacific until his discharge in 1946. In 1948, he enlisted in the Michigan State Police and was first assigned to the Houghton Lake Post. In his 40-year career with the Michigan State Police, Jim also served as a trooper at the East Lansing and Traverse City posts. He was… MERRIWEATHER, Mich. -- Janet S. (Hackbarth) Anderson, 69, a longtime resident of Merriweather, passed away Friday, Oct. 31, 2008, in Wakefield. Javier Ramos, 31, passed away August 28, 2008. Javier is survived by his wife, Melissa; children, Alyssa, Marissa, Samuel and JR; parents, Juan and Margarita Ramos; brother and sisters, Guadalupe Ramos, Marisol Ramos, and Martha Ramos of Mexico, Juan and Rosa Ramos, Fidel Ramos and Gonzalo Ramos of Kentucky; father and mother-in-law, Tony and Janie Sanchez; brother-in-law, Marc and Christina Sanchez; sister-in-law, Amanda and Marcos Ortega; grandparents, Margarita and Luis Medina of Holland; several… Jean E. Drake-Lockwood, 57, of Quincy, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born June 6, 1951 in Hillsdale to Gene & Nina (Julian) Drake. Jean was an antique dealer and employed at Elder-Beerman in Coldwater. She was a graduate of Hillsdale High School in 1969 and attended Macomb Community College and Wayne State University. Survivors include her mother, Nina; daughter, Victoria Drake; sisters, Joan Drake Day of Arizona and Margaret Drake of Grosse… Jeanette Eileen Coombs Nov. 21, 1924-Nov. 1, 2008 Jeanette Eileen Coombs, 83, of Torrance, CA, formerly of Monroe, MI, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2008 in Indianapolis, IN. Jeanne Hornby (Clement) Jackson Jeanne Hornby (Clement) Jackson, age 95, of Adrian passed away at Grand Court on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, under the loving care of Hospice of Lenawee. She was born May 11, 1913, in Adrian, to Vernon and Lillian (Gillen) Hornby. She married Charles Edwin Clement on Sept. 30, 1936, in Adrian; he preceded her in death in 1968. She married Humphrey Jackson in 1980; he preceded her in death in 1995. Mrs. Jackson graduated from Adrian High School in 1931 and from Adrian College in 1936. She taught school and… . . . Detailed View Jill L. Sheffer, 51 of Stockton, Ill. passed away at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport, Ill. following a short illness. Jill was born on March 9, 1957 in Detroit, to H. Dean (Ilene) McCann and Janet (Bohn) Swope. She was a graduate of Jonesville High School in the class of 1975. Jill grew up showing horses and training them. She started out wanting to go to nursing school but because of several riding accidents she was unable to pursue those wishes. She then turned her love for horses into a full-time… WHITE PINE, Mich. -- Joanne H. (Olson) Maksym, 72, of White Pine died Nov. 4, 2008, in Dexter, with her family at her side. • John H. McDonald, 77, of 1409 N. Sherman, Ludington died Wednesday Nov. 5. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... Johnny Clover Shore, 89, of LaGrange, Ind., died Nov. 6, 2008, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. Monday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange. • Nellie B. Johnson, 83, of Ludington, died Nov. 4. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... Joseph M. Gessner Nov. 5, 2008 Joseph M. Gessner, 54, of Monroe, died Wednesday in the Emergency Room at Mercy Memorial Hospital. . . . Detailed View Friday 3-9 p.m. with an 8 p.m. Rosary Funeral Saturday 9:30 a.m. from Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile) to Our Lady of Czestochowa Catholic Church for 10:30 a.m. Mass. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at Karl (Dad) Roland March 1, 1942-Nov. 1, 2008 Karl ("Dad") Roland, age 66, of Toledo, died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, at St. Anne-Mercy Hospital. Kathleen E. Anteau Jan. 17, 1912-Nov. 3, 2008 Kathleen E. Anteau, age 96 of Monroe, died November 3, 2008 at the Lutheran Home of Monroe. Kathy D. Sanders, 51, of Litchfield, passed away Friday morning, Oct. 31, 2008, at her residence. She was born March 8, 1957, in Angola, Indiana, to Robert F. and Gloria Arlene (Wilbur) Birchfield. In May of 1975 she married Larry Ray Sanders who survives. Kathy worked at Hylex in Litchfield and Mark One in Jonesville. She had previously worked at McDonalds in Albion. She enjoyed karaoke, crocheting and hunting for mushrooms. Kathy truly enjoyed spending time with her family. Survivors include her… KayDee P. Rader April 4, 1950-Oct. 23, 2008 KayDee P. Rader, age 58 of Vienna, Virginia, formerly of Dundee, passed away October 23, 2008 at her home. Kimberly Lynn Olthof, age 44, of Holland, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at Hospice House of Holland after a courageous nine-year battle with cancer. Born in Zeeland, September 14, 1964, to Richard and Shirley (Lohman) Boschma, she was a graduate of Hudsonville High School. Kim was a member of Fellowship Reformed Church and was very involved in Relay for Life with her group “Kim’s Fan Club”. She worked for Jay’s Restaurant, Country Seasons, and more recently, for Crazy Horse in Holland.… Kimberly Lynn Olthof, 44, of Holland, died Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at Hospice House of Holland. A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Monday at Fellowship Reformed Church, 300 N. 168th Ave. Visitation is scheduled 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the church. Arrangements are by the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. www.lifestorynet.com Friday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at Coats Funeral Home, Waterford. Rosary Friday 7:30 p.m. In state Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Benedict Catholic Church, 80 S. Lynn, Waterford until the Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association or American Lung Association. To send a private condolence to the family go to, and select Guestbook. Larry “Babe” Sales, 55, of Adrian went to be with the Lord, Nov. 4, 2008. Larry is survived by his wife, Joyce Curtis-Sales; sister, Donna Elliott, and brother, Gary (Mary) Sales. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Chris Cadwallader officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. Condolences may be… Leone V. (Lukasiewicz) Kessler NORWAY, Wis. -- Leone V. (Lukasiewicz) Kessler, 90, died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, in Norway. FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Lillian "Joy" M. Biesiada, 79, went home to her Lord on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008 dying at Lutheran Hospital. She was born in Fort Wayne, Ind. on Nov. 13, 1928 and was the oldest child of Thomas and Edith (Roehling) Hayden. Lillian was happiest when surrounded by her family. She used her computer and the internet daily to stay in touch and was dedicated to her faith in God. Lillian was well loved and will be deeply missed. She was member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton… UNION GROVE, Wis. -- Lorraine DeVore, 82, of Union Grove, died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at Oak Ridge Care Center in Union Grove. 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,… Age 80, November 4, 2008. Beloved husband of Maritsa (Madias) for 58 years. Loving and respected father of Mary (John) Vacratsis. Cherished grandfather of Demetri (Marna), Panayiotis (Rebecca), and Eleni (Graham) Hughes. Dearest great-grandfather of Evan, Otis, Amalia, Zeth, Saoirse and Cillian. Jim was a kind, peaceful and well-respected man. He had a special love for all animals. He was a nature lover, avid kayaker, canoeist and always loved the challenge of a Marathon or Ultra Marathon. He was an… (nee BARNARD) went to be with the Lord on November 3rd, 2008. Her personal strength, creativity, friendship and faith in God enriched the lives of her children: Toni (Barrie) Armstrong, Cheryl (Jim) Fitzpatrick, Rick (Stacia) Miller and Shawn Vella. Fourteen grandchildren as well as 22 great-grandchildren have been blessed by her loving presence in their lives. Her devoted husband, Arno, preceded her in death. The family wishes to express their gratitude to her faithful caregivers from Home Sweet… will be Friday 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. 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… Maurice Dean Kane, age 63, of White Pigeon, Mich., passed away Wednesday evening Nov. 5, 2008, at a family member’s home in Centreville, Mich. He was born Oct. 10, 1945, in Sturgis, Mich., a son to the late Harry and Stella (Sites) Kane. Maurice had resided his whole life in St. Joseph County. Following 19 years of service to his country he retired from the U.S. Air Force earning the rank of Master Sergeant. He was a member of the Neuman-Wenzel Post #73 American Legion and Captain John J. Kelley Post… THREE RIVERS — Maurice Dean Kane age 63 of White Pigeon, Michigan passed away Wednesday evening Nov. 5, 2008 at a family member’s home in Centreville, Michigan. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 4 – 8 p.m. Saturday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. A graveside service and burial of the ashes will take place at 2 p.m. Monday at the Burr Oak Cemetery in Burr Oak. Full military rites will be… Melvin H. Brown Jr. Jan. 29, 1948-Nov. 1, 2008 Melvin H. Brown Jr., age 60 of Carleton, died November 1, 2008 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Ann Arbor. . . . Detailed View Nancy J. Strine, 62, of Reading, passed away Oct. 27, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born Nov. 24, 1945 in Napoleon, Ohio to Harvey and Lorene (Zirn) Johnson. She was married Sept. 28,1982 to Danny Strine and he survives in Reading. Nancy was a secretary and receptionist for Region 2 Community Action Agency in Hillsdale. She was also a resident of the Hillsdale area the majority of her life. Also surviving are two sons, Danny (Nicole) Strine of Atlanta, Ind. and Dale… Ola I. Bruns June 3, 1919-Oct. 28, 2008 Ola I. Bruns, 89 yrs, of Tucson, AZ, formerly of Deerfield, died at her residence October 28, while under the care of Hospice Family Care. Patricia Boehmer, age 76, of Grass Lake died Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at her home under the loving care of her family and hospice. Pat was born on Sept. 24, 1932, in Green Bay, Wis., the daughter of Dennis Patrick and Christine (Elkins) Kelly. She married Donald Boehmer on Feb. 10, 1952, in Dearborn Heights, and he preceded her in death on March 6, 1998. Pat was a caring, generous and compassionate woman. She enjoyed her family, especially family gatherings. Pat is the loving mother of Donald Boehmer Jr.,… Patricia Emery, 77, of Zeeland died Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at her daughter’s home. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. FULKERSON, Patrick Lee - Age 51, of Swartz Creek, died Sunday, November 2, 2008 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 5 PM Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint, Rev./Chaplain Frank Felder officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 6-9 PM Friday and 3 PM until time of service Saturday. Those desiring may make contributions to the Patrick L. Fulkerson Memorial Fund. Pat was born September 22, 1957 in Flint, the son… Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Sons Funeral Home, 3801 18 Mile Rd. with Funeral Service Monday at 10 a.m. . . . Detailed View Saturday 2-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the Sajewski Funeral Home 19111 W. Warren Raymond Beasley, 87, of Dundee died at 8:36 p.m. Tuesday at Medilodge of Monroe. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee. Revel Montgomery, 86, of Quincy, passed away Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born Sept. 17, 1922 in Breathit County, Ky., to Harlan and Bessie (Roark) Back. Revel was a homemaker and loved to cook for her large family. She also enjoyed gardening, playing bingo and caring for her dog “Lucy.” On Feb. 16, 1940 she married Wardie Montgomery and he preceded her in death in 1999. Survivors include nine daughters, Stella (Jack) Wagner of Pikeville, Tenn., Mazie Foltz… Richard D. Russell, 39, of Howe, Ind., died suddenly at his residence due to a brain aneurism Oct. 24. He was born in North Chicago, Ill., at the Great Lakes Navy Base Jan. 17, 1969, to Ronald and Doris (Burger) Russell. He married Julie Strayer Jan. 7, 1993, in LaGrange, Ind. Mr. Russell was employed in the shipping/receiving department at Forest River Marine Division in Middlebury, Ind. He had previously worked as a driver for the Amish Community. He enjoyed picnics at Bonneville Mills Park with his… Richard Jules Dorman Feb. 18, 1928-Nov. 3, 2008 Richard Jules Dorman, 80 years, of Luna Pier, MI passed away Monday, November 3, 2008, in his home. Riley Nicole Luce, age 6, precious daughter of David “Benny” and Nicole (Hoard) Luce, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, with her loving parents by her side. Riley was diagnosed with Sandhoff Disease, a rare neurological disease which affects the central nervous system, at the age of 10 months. She now will fly high above with the angels. Riley was born Sept. 27, 2002, in Coldwater, Mich. She loved “people” and enjoyed the affection, hugs and snuggles she received from them. Riley…
COLDWATER — Riley Nicole Luce, age 6, precious daughter of David “Benny” and Nicole (Hoard) Luce, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008 with her loving parents by her side. Riley was diagnosed with Sandhoff Disease, a rare neurological disease which affects the Central Nervous System, at the age of 10 months. She now will fly high above with the angels. Riley was born Sept. 27, 2002 in Coldwater. She loved “people” and enjoyed the affection, hugs and snuggles she received from them.… . . . Detailed View Robert (Bud or Red) Laverne Hundley Robert (Bud or Red) Laverne Hundley, 84, died Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008. . . . Detailed View Robert Earl Preston July 18, 1949-Nov. 2, 2008 Robert Earl Preston, age 59, of Ann Arbor passed away Sunday, November 2, in his home with his family present after a battle with cancer. Vogel, Ronald W. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan. Age 77 years. Funeral services will take place Saturday, November 8, 2008 at the W.L. Case & Co. Funeral Chapel, 201 N. Miller Road at a Time to be announced. Friends may call at the Funeral Chapel on Miller Road, Friday, from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Complete Obituary will appear in Friday's Saginaw News. www.casefuneralhome.com Roxann Evans Aug. 30, 1963-Nov. 1, 2008 Roxann Evans, 45, of Monroe died at 10:10 a.m. Saturday in Mercy Memorial Hospital, where she was admitted that day. She had been in poor health for 5 years. wife of the late Irving. Loving mother of Gary Sosnick and the late Marilyn Sosnick. Beloved sister of the late Walter, Vickie and Jessie. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Services Friday 11:30 a.m. at the HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 26640 Greenfield Rd., Oak Park, MI 48237 (248) 543-1622. Interment at Hebrew Memorial Park. age 84 of Walled Lake passed peacefully after a brief illness November 5, 2008 while surrounded by all of her loving family members. Beloved wife of the late Donald Stephens (d. 1994). She is survived by her daughter Donna (Don) Park, her sons John (Sharon) Stephens and Dan Stephens and is preceded in death by her daughter Diane Hughes. She is also survived by six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Funeral mass from St. William Catholic Church, Walled Lake Saturday 10 a.m. (In state 9:30 a.m.).… 5 to 8 p.m.Friday and from 10:00 a.m. Saturday until time of service. www.cfcCaseville.co Brumley, Sanford "Sandy" Jr. Ann Arbor, MI Age 79, passed away on October 30, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. A full obituary and service information will follow in a future edition. Arrangements by Generations.
Scott Alan Baarman, 48, of Evergreen, CO, passed away at his home October 10, 2008. He was born in Holland, MI, and baptized at Montello Park Christian Reformed Church. His family moved to Huntington, WV in 1963 where he went to school through the seventh grade. His father's job was transferred to Huntington in 1963 and again to Wheaton, IL, in 1973. Scott attended the Wheaton Academy (high school) and graduated from Northwestern University. He was employed as a project engineer with URS Washington… Sharon Jean (Phillips) Russell Nov. 24, 1956-Nov. 4, 2008 Sharon Jean (Phillips) Russell, 52, of Knoxville, TN, formerly of Luna Pier, died Nov. 4. There will be an open house-style memorial at 316 Sarvis Dr. Knoxville, TN 37920, November 16th from Noon til 5 p.m. to celebrate her life. Shirley Jane Robinson Nov. 3, 2008 Shirley Jane Robinson, 88, of Venice, FL, formerly of Monroe, passed away Monday, November 3, 2008 in Florida. • Emery F. Stefanick, 97, of Manistee died Nov. 3. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... Beloved wife of the late Saul Tatarka. Dear mother of Renay (Dr. Leslie) Taub and Marsha Tatarka. Loving grandmother of Brent, Randi, and Lindsey. Dearest sister of Irene (Seymour) Burg. Also remembered by many loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. SERVICES SUNDAY 1:30 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE HEBREW MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com. Friday 3-9 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 Mile Road). In state Saturday 10 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church until the time of the Funeral Service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions are appreciated to ALS of Michigan 24359 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 100 Southfield, MI 48075 and Peace Lutheran Church 11701 E. 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI, 48093. Please share memories at Friday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. at Chas. Veryheyden Funeral Homes, Inc. 28499 Schoenherr Rd. , Warren. In state Saturday 10:30 a.m. until Mass 11 a.m. at St. Clare of Montefalco, 1401 Whittier (at Mack Avenue), Grosse Pointe Park. Thelma “Ruth” Myers, age 87, of Adrian passed away Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Ruth was born Feb. 16, 1921, in Wauseon, Ohio, the daughter of Floyd and Margaret (Cameron) McLaughlin. She graduated from Wauseon High School with the Class of 1938. On April 10, 1970, she married Donald Myers in Wauseon. After several years of service, Ruth retired from Fulton Manufacturing. Ruth enjoyed playing cards and crocheting. She was also musically talented and played both the piano and… Theodore R. “Ted” Herrst, 78, of Tecumseh died peacefully Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at home with his family by his side. He was born Feb. 9, 1930, in Hancock County, Ohio, the son of Henry C. and Georgia (Wisely) Fruth. On Oct. 10, 1952, he was married to Susan Rodriguez and she survives. Ted drove a semi truck for Ford Motor Company in Rawsonville, retiring in 1994. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed playing ball and organizing teams with, and for kids, for many years. He became involved with… LEON G. ROCKWELL, 95, of Fort Myers, Fla., formerly of Beulah, passed away Nov. 4, 2008. Leon is survived by his sons, Gordon Rockwell and David (Mary) Rockwell. He is also survived by two grandsons, Christopher and Jeffrey. Leon was preceded in death by his wife, Camillas in 2000. Graveside services will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m., at the Pilgrim Home Cemetery, with Reverend Paul Silbor officiating. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Bennett-Barz Funeral Home in Beulah;… Ursula McCloskey Oct. 14, 1922-Nov. 4, 2008 Ursula McCloskey, age 86 of Toledo, OH, died Tuesday, November 04, 2008 at Hickory Ridge of Temperance. Born October 14, 1922 in Toledo, OH, she was the daughter of Joseph and Clara (Rosenberger) Coombs. Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield (N. of 15 Mile). Sharing of Fred's Memories Friday 7:30 p.m. Funeral service Saturday 12 Noon at the funeral home. Donations appreciated to Sweat Institute of Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic, 3288 Chamblee Tucker Road, Atlanta, GA 30341. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com Virginia “Ginny” Urick, age 80, of Sturgis, Mich., went to be united with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday morning, Nov. 4, 2008, at the Sturgis Hospital. She was born Jan. 6, 1928, in Gobles, Mich., a daughter of the late Clarence and Lillian (Upson) Urick. Ginny had resided nearly her whole life in Sturgis and graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1945. Following nearly 38 years of dedicated employment in the offices of the Kirsch Company in Sturgis, she retired in 1983. From the age… W. T. Engle, age 77, of Tecumseh died Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at the University of Michigan Medical Center. Funeral services for Mr. Engle will be held on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the Adrian Church of Christ, with the Rev. Timothy Dunn officiating. Visitation will be Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will also be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the Adrian Church of Christ. A full obituary will appear in the… Friday 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral Mass Saturday 10:00 a.m. with in state 9:30 a.m. at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32500 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Rd., Detroit, MI 48207. www.mccabefuneralhome.com . . . Detailed View Weldon May, 94, died Nov. 4, 2008 at Miller’s Merry Manor, LaGrange, Ind. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange, where a Masonic service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday by the Albion Lodge F&AM #97. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Albion, and burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Albion, Ind. Wesley L. Winkelman Dec. 6, 1921-Nov. 4, 2008 Wesley L. Winkelman, age 86 of Dundee, passed away at 3:15 AM, Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at his home. Wesley Winkelman, 86, of Dundee died this morning at his home. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee. Wilma G. Briggs, age 76, of Constantine, Mich., passed away Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at Birch Adult Foster Care, Leonidas. She was born on Sept. 9, 1932, a daughter of William and Charlotte (Sours) Brown. Wilma graduated from Quincy High School. On Dec. 4, 1951, she married William Briggs. Wilma was employed as an inspector at Owens Illinois in Constantine and also worked for Continental Can Co., Three Rivers and Denton Mills, Centreville. She was an active member of Messiah Lutheran… 85 of Farmington Hills, November 5, 2008. Beloved husband of 60 years to Doris; devoted father of John, Lawrence and Janet (Steve) Douglass; loving grandfather of Clayton, Serena, Sarah, Amanda and Jonathan; and dear great-grandfather of Kirah. Mr. Zook is also survived by his niece Patricia Messenger. A memorial service will be held Sunday, November 9, 6 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd., (btw. 9-10 Mile Rds., Just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington, 248-474-5200. The… |
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