AFFHOLTER FRIEDA B |
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ALTHOUSE VORANCE |
Sunday 2-8 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Monday 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Funeral Service at Highland Park Baptist Church 28600 Lahser Rd., Southfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the Detroit City Rescue Mission , 3535 Third St., Detroit, Michigan 48201 |
AUBUCHON DOUGLAS R |
Age 64 of Walled Lake, November 13, 2008. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Margaret AuBuchon and father-in-law, Tom Howell. Survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Debbe (nee Howell); loving children, Megan (Ron) Ralko, Beth (Tom) Tardiff, Nathan AuBuchon; grandchildren, Avery, Tyler, Aidan, Colton, Hannah; sister, Joan (James) Stinson; brothers, Tom (the late Sue), Denny (Dianna), Al (Sherry); mother-in-law, Grace Howell; sisters-in-law, Kathy (Glen) Lindsay, Kim (Jim) Dye, Cindy (David) Hage; numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 9086 Hutchins Rd., White Lake, on Monday, November 17th at 1 p.m. Fr. John Peter Arulanandam officiating. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Saturday 6-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. Rosary Sunday 7 p.m. For more information please call 248-684-6645 or visit: www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com |
AVIGNE JANE A |
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Aaron Renkema, 18, of Zeeland, went to his Heavenly Home Thursday, November 13, 2008, at University of Michigan Hospital.  Aaron was a senior at Zeeland East High School and attended First Christian Reformed Church.  He is survived by his mother, Linda Renkema; father, Gerald Renkema; brother, Jason; grandmother, Arlene Renkema; grandmother, Emily and Raymond Veltema.  Funeral services are 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 17, 2008 at First CRC, 15 S. Church St., Zeeland.  Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Sunday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland.  Memorials may be given to defray funeral costs. www.yntemafh.com |
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RAMSAY, Mich. -- Alice G. Olson, 85, of Belmont Avenue, Ramsay, died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at home. |
Andrea L. Byarski 1988-2008 Andrea Lennae Byarski, 20, Suttons Bay, formerly of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2008 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born on June 24, 1988 in Bad Axe, daughter of Leonard and Lauri (Schmitt) Byarski. She was a 2006 graduate of Suttons Bay High School. Andrea loved the outdoors, playing the drums and her dog, Buda. She is survived by her parents, Leonard and Lauri Byarski, Suttons Bay; sisters, Amanda Byarski, Traverse City and Alissa (Jackson) Thomson, Alexandria, Va.; paternal grandmother, June Byarski, Bad Axe; maternal grandparents, Lawrence and Ruthann Schmitt, Bad Axe and several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by paternal grandfather, Leonard Byarski Sr. Services were held on Friday, November 7, 2008 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church of Sheridan Corner. Fr. Rob Howe, pastor of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe, officiated. Burial took place in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Anna E. Zinner, age 90, of Monroe passed away Thursday November 13, 2008 in her home at Mable Keres where she had lived for over 20 years. |
Anthony L. Einheuser Lapeer Anthony L. Einheuser, age 79, of Lapeer, passed away Thursday, (November 6, 2008). He was born November 28, 1928 in Detroit to Anthony and Mary (O'Donnell) Einheuser. He married Mary C. Forrester in Detroit. Mr. Einheuser was proud to have served his country in the United States Marine Corp, just out of high school. He retired as a Lieutenant from the Detroit Fire Department after many years of service. Above all else, Anthony loved his family very much. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary Einheuser of Lapeer; children, Ronald (Jeannie Russ) Einheuser of WA, Michael (Diane Willard) Einheuser of Detroit, David (Denise) Einheuser of Metamora, Carol Jacob of Metamora, Kenneth (Joy) Einheuser of Metamora, Eric (Peggy) Einheuser of Metamora; grandchildren, Jeff (Mandy) Jacob, Kevin Jacob, Daniel Einheuser, Tyler Einheuser, Steve Jacob, Jessica (Scott) Oliver, Cassie, Matthew, Nicole and Amanda Einheuser; great-grandchildren, Alyson and |
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Ardith Luella Moran Hoover, age 87, of Adrian, passed away, Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, at her daughter’s home. She was born Nov. 7, 1921, in Adrian to Benjamin F. and Alta (Hough) Partridge.  She married Kenneth L. Hoover  in Wauseon, Ohio, on Sept. 10, 1938, and he preceded her in death on July 7, 1987. Ken and Ardith owned Dick’s Auto Parts on Rollin Highway, Hudson, Mich., from 1971 until 1990. Ardith moved to Hawaii in 1988 and stayed until she came back to Michigan this September. Ardith was a member of the First Baptist Church of Honolulu. She loved jigsaw puzzles, reading, traveling and sewing. Ardith is survived by two sons, Richard Hoover and his wife, Sandra, of Palmyra, and  Donald Hoover and his wife, Tracey, of Cookeville, Tenn.; one daughter, Lois Wilson and her husband, Charles, of Adrian; a sister-in-law, Mildred Moran; a brother-in-law, Edward Beavers; 11 grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter, due in December; and her special friends, Lois Jones of Adrian, Pua, Shawn, Teddy Fabella and Richard and Melody Gregorio, all of Hawaii. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Charles “Tom” Hoover; a grandson, Stephen Hoover; three brothers; and two sisters. Funeral services for Ardith will be held on Monday, Nov. 17, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Geoffrey Koglin officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
Aubrey James Smallwood, 83, of Westminster, S.C., was preceded in death by a sister, Mellster Hampton, and a grandson, Michael W. Smallwood II. The names of those relatives were incorrect in Friday's obituary. |
Aubrey James Smallwood, 83, of Westminster, S.C., formerly of Carleton, went to live with our Lord on Thursday, Oct. 30. at Oconee General Hospital, Seneca, S.C. after a short illness. |
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at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home on Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral service Monday November 17, 2008 at St. Clement Catholic Church. In state 10 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Obituary/Guestbook at |
BENNETT EMILY |
at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Sunday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. Funeral service Monday 11 a.m. at the Funeral home. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memories to be shared at |
BEVERLY P. JOLLEY JEDDO Beverly P. Jolley, age 69, of Jeddo, died Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at home with her family. She was born March 30, 1939 in Buel Township, daughter of the late Edgar and Belle (Murray) Straffon. She and Leonard D. Jolley were married November 1, 1958 in Buel Township. He died January 4, 2006. Beverly was an active member of the Bethel Missionary Church, Roseburg, and was very charitable with her time and efforts helping the less fortunate. She and her late husband were Fremont Twp. farmers. Surviving are her sons Jeffery of Detroit and Steven (Debbie) of Jeddo. Daughters Kimberly Lynn (Russell) Rush of Troy and Karen (Jay) Lussier of Berthoud, Colorado. Sisters Carol (Ed) Gill and Linda Hall all of Sandusky. Eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister Janet Straffon. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell with Rev. Brent Kriesch, pastor of the Bethel Missionary Church officiating. Burial will be in the Croswell Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bethel Missionary Church. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Croswell. |
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BRANDI LEA SHAW DECKER Brandi Lea Shaw, age 19, of Decker, died Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at her home in Decker, Michigan. She was born August 28, 1989 in Sandusky, MI. She is the daughter of Daniel and Cindy (Little) Shaw. Brandi was a very happy girl who enjoyed life. Brandi had a great sense of humor and loved to smile and laugh. She enjoyed outdoor activities and camping with her family. Brandi attended school at the Sanilac ISD and participated in the 4-H handicap horseback riding program for 14 years. She loved to be around people and brought much joy to all who knew her. She is survived by her parents, Daniel & Cindy Shaw of Decker, Sister Crystal & Mickey Strickler of Decker. Grandparents Eleanor Shaw of Decker, Tom & Norajean Little of Cass City, Great Grandmother Jean Boyl of Cass City, Aunts and Uncles Carol & Douglas Nelson of Sandusky, Caren & Gary Gerstenberger of Decker, Sherri Little of Caro, Sandy & Bernie Wolny of Cass City, Mike Little of Indiana, and Lori & Jim Jensen of Brown City. She was preceded in death by her sister, Lynsey, Grandfather, Russell Shaw, Uncle Duane Shaw, and Cousin Gerald (Buckwheat) Shaw. Funeral services were held at the Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. Fred Becknell officiating. Burial was in the Moore Township Cemetery in Snover. Casket bearers - Kimberly Koslakiewicz, Kayla DeLong, Misty Jensen, Casie Jensen, Jessie Jensen, Andrea Little, Amy Gerstenberger and Lisa Gerstenberger. Memorial suggestion to United Hospice Service. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com. |
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Age 88 of Tampa, Florida, passed away November 9, 2008, after a brief illness. He is survived by his loving wife, Jeanne M., his children, Ellen Burnie, Jane Zeld, James Burnie and his wife Veronica, Martha Angelosante and Meg Burnie, his brother, James W. (Bill) Burnie and his wife Betty, step children, Chip Keener and Sarah Keener, nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and 3 neices, along with many close friends. John was born in Canada and moved to Detroit at an early age. A promising hockey career was cut short by WWII. As a Marine, he served his country with honor and distinction, earning medals for his bravery. After the war he graduated from the University of Michigan, and married Kathleen Coesens. He was employed by Citizens Mortgage Corp, NBD Mortgage Co., and Riggs Bank. Services will be on Friday, November 21st at 11am in the chapel at Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens in Novi, Michigan. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the American Heart Association or Juvenile Diabetes Association. Online guest book is available at: |
CASKEY DEBRA L |
Saturday 2:30- 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of your choice. Please visit on line guest book at |
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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. She was president of Cherokee Station Inc. in Jonesville for 12 years. Carol retired in March of 2007. Her passions in life were growing flowers, music, dancing, horses, touring large cities, spending time with family and her husband and life partner of 23 years, Gary. She was a wonderful caring person that loved life and laughter and will be so dearly missed by many close friends and family. She is survived by her husband, Gary Noblit; two sons, Scott (Sheri) Carpenter of Jonesville and Matthew (Stephanie) Carpenter of Camden; stepdaughters, Rhonda Mosby of Jonesville, Shawn Noblit of Columbus, Ga. and Michelle Kesselring of Rives Junction; several grandchildren, nephews and nieces also survive. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with Pastor Terry Bobzien officiating. Interment will follow at Leonardson Cemetery in Pittsford.  The family will receive friends for visitation 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hillsdale Community Theater.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Caroline M. Wooster, age 74, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born April 20, 1934, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Albert and Cleo (Dunafin) Holtz. Caroline was a resident of the Sturgis area all of her life. She had been employed by the Brighton Mushroom Farm before her marriage to Nelson L. Wooster on Aug. 27, 1965, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis. She enjoyed art, painting, photography, and was an avid reader. Surviving are: her husband, Nelson; three daughters, Jackie (Bill) Brown of Gaylord, Debra Bradley of Tallahasee, Fla., and Vicky (Michael) Howell of Goshen, Ind.; two sons, Alvin Wooster of Sturgis and Scott Wooster of Carlsbad, Calif.; 16 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Walter Wooster; three brothers, Dale Holtz, Charles Holtz, and Albert “AJ” Holtz Jr.; and a sister, Sharon Holtz. The family will receive friends and relatives from 12:30–2:30 p.m. Thursday at the Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Caroline M. Wooster will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor Barry Sommerfield, Celebration Community Church, Sturgis officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the charity of one’s choice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.legacy.com. |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
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. |
Ceridwen Dawn Lyke was born July 24, 2005, in Portland, OR, to Velvet Russ and David Lyke. She was a healthy, beautiful baby - full of life and promise. When she was 13 days old she contracted meningitis. |
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Cindy Butler, 47, of Saginaw, formerly of Coldwater, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008 at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw. A memorial service will be held on Monday, Nov. 17, 2008 at 6 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater Visitation will be held on Monday, Nov. 17, 2008 from 5 p.m. until the time of her service. Cindy was born January 27, 1961 in Coldwater to Jerry and Janice (Hawkins) Sweet. She married Dave Butler on April 24, 1995. Cindy worked for many years at the Monarch Community Bank as a Savings Specialist before moving to Saginaw in 2001. In addition to her husband Dave, Cindy is survived by her children: Corey (Kim Olszewski) Swain, Jessica Swain both of Coldwater, Jodi Butler and Kyle Butler, both of Saginaw, her stepdaughter Stacey Butler of Coldwater, her mother Janice (Richard Lewis) Sweet of Coldwater, her grandsons: Lucas and Casey Swain, and her sister Julie (Tim) Preston of Coldwater Cindy was preceded in death by her father Jerry Sweet. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to leave a message in the family online guestbook. |
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Clara Mae Dalman, 81, of Holland, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at an area care center.  Arrangements will be announced by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel. www.notierverleelangeland.com |
Clarence Geiger 1914-2008 Clarence Geiger, 94, a retired Sand Beach Township farmer, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008 at his daughter's home, (Susann and Bernard Smaglinski) near Harbor Beach. He was born September 7, 1914 near Harbor Beach to the late Charles and Lena (Hessling) Geiger. On September 12, 1936 in St. Anthony's Church, Helena, Clarence and Emma Booms were united in marriage. She preceded him in death on April 10, 1996. Clarence was a member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, the Men's Club, was an usher, was a member of the Jolly Neighbors Farm Bureau and a long time member of the Tip of the Thumb Square Dancers. He was also a former Cooper Rural School board member. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, deer hunting, playing cards and dancing. He is survived by his children, Susann (Bernard) Smaglinski, Harbor Beach, MaryAnn (Fred) Jahn, Port Hope, Charles (Judith) Geiger, Harbor Beach; 16 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Rita Booms, Harbor Beach, Carolyn LeGault, Harbor Beach and Evelyn Kraft, Clinton Township; sister-in-law, Florence Booms, Bad Axe and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jennifer Geiger on April 28, 1973; three brothers, George (Selma) Geiger, Norman (Margaret) Geiger and Leo (Lucille) Geiger; a sister, Emma (Geiger) and Leland Gentner; and brother-in-laws, Leonard Booms, Raymond LeGault and Robert Kraft. Funeral mass was held on Monday, November 10, 2008 at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church. Fr. William Spencer officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Claude E. Bennett, age 93, of Pell Lake, Wisc., died Wednesday afternoon Nov. 12, 2008 at the Aurora Lakeland Medical Center in Elkhorn, Wisc. |
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Claude E. Davis, 69, of Tekonsha, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at his daughter Jeannette (Larry) Mettert’s home with his family by his side, after a long illness.  He was born May 3, 1939 in Prestonsburg, Kent. to Malcom and Dorsie (Holbrook) Davis. He married Karen Ann Weller on March 15, 1975 in Burlington. He had lived in the Tekonsha area all his life. He served in the U. S. Navy in 1960. He worked at Aeroquip in Marshall for many years, retiring in 1985. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Karen; son John Wayne Davis of Duncanville, Ala.; daughters Jeannette (Larry) Mettert of Bronson, Sheila (Harry) Walker of Union City and Dorsie (Rick) Racette of Marshall; brothers James Davis of Tekonsha and Grover Davis; sisters Virginia Holder of Texas and Gladys Riker of Homer; grandchildren Kenneth J. Banks III, William Knowlan III, Nicole Knowlan, Heather (Brad) Olsen, Jennifer, Sheena and Nathan Walker, Allieghia Philo, Tasha, Brittney, and John Davis, Jr.; and great grandchildren Brayton Wintersteen, Reese and Kamden Olsen, and Taylor Banks and two on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, one brother and two infant daughters. He loved hunting, fishing, NASCAR, cutting wood and spending time with his family. He was a race car driver at Butler Motor Speedway for many years. A visitation will be held Monday, Nov. 17, 2008 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008 at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Tekonsha with Pastor Kim Wilcox officiating. Interment will follow the service at West Clarendon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Putnam’s of Tekonsha, (517) 767-4114. |
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DENNIS (DENNY) BARBER PECK Dennis (Denny) Barber, Age 63, of Peck, died Saturday, November 1, 2008 at home. He was born October 2, 1945 in Detroit, Michigan. He is the son of Loretta (Kamulski) Barber of Peck and the late Harold Barber. He was a life long farmer and a member of the Michigan Farm Bureau. He is survived by his three Children; Fred (Marcy) Barber of Georgia, Theresa (Tim) Himmer of Massachusetts and Roxanne (Steven) Maedel of Applegate. His mother, Loretta Barber of Peck, one brother; John (Jennifer) Barber of Peck, two sisters; Yvonne Barber of Dexter and Juanita (Joseph) Spallina of Saline. Two nieces; Christina Spallina and Jessica Barber. Three nephews; David and Jared Spallina and Daniel Trenbath Barber and Jessica Barber. Several other relatives. He was preceded in death by one brother, David Barber and one sister, Carol Ann Barber. Funeral Mass was held at the Hacker Funeral Parlors in Sandusky with Fr. Charles Hammond of Sandusky and Rev. Clarence VanConant of Harbor Beach officiating. Burial was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Peck. Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans. Arrangements by Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. |
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DRAW VIRGINIA (NEE KRAJENKE) |
Sunday 3-9 p.m. with Scripture Service 5 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Monday 9 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Community (Hayes Rd., just S. of 18 Mile), until Mass at 9:30 a.m. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
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Dale R. Schrader Jr., age 62, of Centreville, passed away Saturday, Nov. 8th, 2008 at his home. Dale Jr. was born in Three Rivers on Sept. 26, 1946, a son of Dale R. and Gwynn (Walsh) Schrader Sr. He graduated from Centreville High School in 1966 and served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War with the Seabees. On July 1, 2000, he married Donna S. Hann in Three Rivers. Dale worked at Coachman Industries in Middlebury, Ind., for 22 years, retiring in 2008. He also worked for the family business, Schrader’s Friendly Service in Centreville. He was a member of the American Legion , Three Rivers, past member of Elks Lodge #1248, Three Rivers, and was an avid Dale Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr. fan. Dale also enjoyed working on small engines and wood working. Surviving are his parents, Dale and Gwynn Schrader Sr., Centreville; wife, Donna Schrader, Centreville; daughter, Johanna (Bob) Colburn, Portage; son, Adam (Wendy) Schrader, White Pigeon;  step sons, Donny (Tammy) White of Three Rivers; Raymond (Audra) White of Schoolcraft, Mickey (Jenny) White of Three Rivers; sisters, Keli (Steve) Quake of Centreville, Sheli (Joe) Hittler of Sturgis; brothers, Marc (Sherry) Schrader of Three Rivers, Chad (Kim) Schrader of Three Rivers; grandchildren, Lanina Coburn, Claysee and Kenlee Schrader, Brittany and Taylor White and Lainie White. Cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends will be received Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville where services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday with the Rev. John Deily, First Presbyterian Church, Three Rivers, officiating. Interment will be in the Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville. A luncheon will follow at the American Legion in Three Rivers. Memorial contributions may be made to West Michigan Cancer Center. On line condolences may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
Daniel Ammerman Jan. 31, 1922-Nov. 11, 2008 Maxine Ammerman March 15, 1923-Nov. 11, 2008 |
Tuesday November 11, 2008, Daniel and Maxine (Collins) Ammerman passed away with in Twelve hours of each other. They married on August 26, 1941 and just celebrated their 67th anniversary. Daniel was 86 years old and Maxine was 85 years old. |
Daniel Ammerman, 86, of Ash Township died Tuesday morning and his wife Maxine, 85, died Tuesday night. Arrangements by Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Carleton Chapel. |
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Dawn Marie Wilson, age 60, of Grand Haven, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2008, at  Harbor Hospice Residence.  She was born March 3, 1948 in Holland to Alvin and Jean (VerHey) Johnson, and married Michael Wilson on May, 11, 1996.  Dawn was an accountant for 11 years at the Ottawa Area Intermediate Center.  She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.  Dawn loved the opera, sewing, shopping, and especially her grandchildren.  She is survived by two daughters, Jenny Baker of  Holland and Brande Barrett of Grand Haven; three sons, Chuck (Erin) Baker of Holland, Adam Wilson of Muskegon, and Adrian Wilson of Grand Rapids; six grandchildren;  one great-grandchild; parents, Alvin (Jean) Johnson of Holland; three sisters, Sue Johnson of Denver, Pam (Bruce) Simmonson of Saugatuck, and Cindi Race of Grand Rapids; brother, A.J. (Tina) Johnson of Holland; mother-in-law, Darlene Wilson of MN; two sisters-in-law, Pam (Jim) Hennen of MN and Amy (Randy) Winkler of FL; her three special friends, Vicki Marvin of Grand Haven, Jeanette Magsig of Spring Lake, and Jeff Harrel of Grand Haven.  A Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November  17, 2008, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Leonard Sudlik officiating.  Visitation will be Sunday, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at  Klaassen Family Funeral Home. Internment will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens in Holland. Please visit www.klaassenfuneralhome .com  to sign the on-line guest book or share a memory with her family. Arrangements are by Klaassen Family Funeral Home, 1500 Robbins Road, Grand Haven. |
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81; of Bloomfield Hills; at home on November 14, 2008 from complications of Parkinson's disease. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Phoebe Campbell DeGraff; daughters Drieka DeGraff and Gretchen (Frank) Newman; and grand daughters Anna and Grace Newman. Dan's favorite pastime was sailing off the shores of Lake Huron where he built a cottage for his family. Service at Great Lakes National Cemetery will be private. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Pontiac Chapel of Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Bloomfield Township Adult Day Services, 2222 Franklin Rd. Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. www.sparksgriffin.com |
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Deborah Sue White, age 51, of Adrian died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at Toledo Hospital. She was born Sept. 11, 1957, in Tecumseh to Donald and Helen (Ferguson) Escott. Deborah was a 1975 graduate of Tecumseh High School and on July 15, 1977, she married Craig White in Tecumseh and he survives. She was the co-owner of Service Master by the Border.  She loved family time and also enjoyed travel, scuba diving, motorcycling, scrapbooking, genealogy, crocheting and visiting lighthouses. She was a member of Crossroads Community Church and Life Group. Surviving Deborah, in addition to her husband, Craig, are her father and stepmother, Donald and Emma Escott of Tecumseh;, two daughters, Kristine (John) Wertz of Grand Rapids and Stefanie White and her fiancé David Overweg, also of Grand Rapids; a sister, Rhonda (John) Boudrie of Prudenville, Mich., and a grandson, Benjamin. Deborah was preceded in death by her mother, Helen, and her grandparents. The funeral service for Deborah will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian, with Pastor Doug Winters officiating. Interment will be in Brookside Cemetery in Tecumseh. Visitation hours for Deborah will be on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from noon until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Pulmonary Hypertension Association. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.  Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Dennis Timmer, age 57, of Zeeland, went home to be with his Lord on Thursday, November 13, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Burton Timmer; brother, Douglas Timmer; father and mother-in-law, Elmer and Evelyn Avink.  He was a member of the Ottawa Reformed Church and recently retired from Haworth after 24 years of service.  He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Ruth; and children, Teresa and Lyle VandenBosch of Newaygo, Lisa Timmer of Grand Rapids, Paul Timmer of Jenison, Heidi Timmer, Jennifer Daniel, Samantha Timmer, Jodi and Josh Stone, all of Zeeland; 12 grandchildren; mother, Virginia Timmer of Jenison; brothers and sisters, Yvonne and Terry Hall, Mike and Geri Timmer, both of Grandville,  Mitch and Chris Timmer of Hudsonville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry and Delores Avink of Hudsonville, Henry and Sandy Avink of Holland, Al and Judy Avink of Overisel, Ron and Karen Avink of Zeeland, Dawn Timmer of Hudsonville; many nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles and cousins.  Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 17, 2008 at Ottawa Reformed Church, 11390 Stanton Road in West Olive.  Reverend Marvin Jacobs will be officiating.  Burial will be in Blendon Township Cemetery.  Visitation will be Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.  Memorial contributions may be made in his honor to Ottawa County Red Cross or Hospice of Holland.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com. |
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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 Serena Ruth of Osseo; two sons Brent (Angel) Ruth and Aaron (Heidi) Ruth, both of Lakeland, Fla; a sister, Cathy (Howard) May of Richmond, Texas; two brothers Steven Ruth of Hillsdale, Vernon Paul (Dawn) Ruth of Osseo; and two grandchildren Brandon and Kelly. Memorial services for Donald A. Ruth will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, at the First Baptist Church in Hillsdale with Pastor James Olinger officiating. Interment will follow at Leonardson Cemetery in Pittsford. The family will receive friends for visitation Saturday from 12:30 p.m. until services at 2 p.m at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association or the charity of the donor’s choice.   |
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Donald Eugene Teller, 79, of Jonesville, passed away Monday at his son’s home in Hanover.  He was born Aug. 7, 1929, in Hillsdale, the son of Miles and Genesee (Rumsey)Teller.  Donald served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict.  He drove a feed truck for United Feeds, Inc., Jonesville, and retired from Walker Manufacturing, Jackson. He will be remembered for his love of gardening, especially his asparagus crops, and providing lawncare for his family and friends.  On July 25, 1953, he married Ruth VanBuskirk and she preceded him in death in 2005. Survivors include one daughter Debra (Dan) Christian of Windsor, Ontario, Canada, one son Douglas (Deborah) Teller of Hanover, one sister June (Arnold) Hayward of Coldwater, one brother Robert (friend, Jean) Teller of Temple, six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter (Denise Griffiths), and eight brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield with Pastor Denise Downs officiating.  Interment will follow in Sunset View Cemetery, Jonesville.  Visitation is scheduled Wednesday from 4-7 p.m.  Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County. |
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Donald G. Ashman, age 83, of Blissfield passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008 at Lake Park Comfort Care, Sylvania. Donald was born July 17, 1925, in East Tawas, Mich., to Joseph and Anna (Stonehouse) Ashman. A World War II U.S. Army Veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Don proudly served his country during the European Theater as an Infantry Staff Sergeant. Don taught for 14 years at Bloomfield Hills Middle School while also pursuing his life-long passion for professional photography. His memberships included the First Presbyterian Church of Blissfield (where he served as an Elder), the National, Michigan and Bloomfield Education Associations, the Blissfield Jaycees and the Toledo Camera Club. He is survived by beloved wife, Karen (Schaedler); daughter, Janet (Fred) Pittman of Cape Coral, Fla.; son, John (Sharon) Ashman of Livonia, Mich.; seven grandchildren, one great grandchild, and one sister, Joyce Ziolkowski. Don was preceded in death by his parents; sister, June Clark, and brothers, David and Alvin Ashman. The family will receive friends on Sunday, Nov. 16, from 2 until 5 p.m. at the Reeb Funeral Home, 5712 N. Main St., Sylvania, where a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday. The Rev. Bob Bidwell will officiate. Interment will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery, Blissfield. The family suggests that donations in Don’s memory be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Blissfield or Lake Park Comfort Care: ProMedica Hospice. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.reebfuneralhome.com. |
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Donald J. Sprow, age 87, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Lenawee. Don was born Oct. 19, 1921, in Adrian, the oldest son of Joseph and Sarah (June) Sprow. He graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1940. During World War II, Don served in the Army as a medic with the 40th Combat Engineer National Association, stationed in Europe and Africa. On June 1, 1947, Donald married Jewel Ellcey at her family farm.  Jewel, his devoted wife of more than 61 years, survives. Don worked for Bohn Aluminum, retiring after 36 years of service. He was a member of Adrian First Baptist Church.  He also enjoyed gardening and playing cards. In addition to his wife, Jewel, he is survived by his children, William (Barb) Sprow and Gale Baker, all of Adrian; two brothers, Ken Sprow of Chicago, Ill., and Andrew (Barb) Sprow of Adrian. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Noah, Abigail and Hannah Baker, Scott Sprow, Kellie Howard, Chuck Force, Wendy Proulx and Molly Grup; and six great-grandchildren. Don was preceded in death by three brothers, LeRoy, Wayne and Robert; and a sister, Neva, in infancy.    The funeral service for Don will be on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Bryan Manary officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery where military rites will be conducted by the Annis-Fint Post #1584 of the VFW. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Contributions in memory of Don may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Adrian First Baptist Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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Doug Barden, age 56, of Danbury, Texas, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas. Doug was born on Jan. 20, 1952, in Adrian, Mich., and was a resident of Danbury for two years. He was in the construction business and served in the United States Navy. Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Ruby Barden. Douglas is survived by his daughter, Chelsey Lynn Barden; son, Quinton Lee Barden of Alvin, Texas; brother, Paul Barden; and numerous other relatives and friends. A visitation and memorial service took place Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Scott Funeral Home in Alvin, Texas. At the Memorial we talked about the childhood days on the Laberdee Road family farm and at Garfield and Lincoln elementary schools. There were many pictures, newspaper clippings, and medals from Doug’s days on the 1969-70 Adrian Cross Country Team. He was proud to have been a member and grateful to Coach Hammerstein for his support. We also talked about his days with the Navy Seabees and his time in Guam. Doug’s greatest achievement was raising Quinton and Chelsey to be loving and responsible adults. Please send condolences to Paul Barden, 5681 Villa France, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. |
Edward Budek, age 78, of Waltz, died on Monday November 10, 2008. |
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Edward L. Sorgenfrie, age 60, of Bryan, Ohio, died just before midnight on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, in his residence after an extended illness. Mr. Sorgenfrie was a graduate of Waldron High School and was employed by Trim Trends, Bryan, Ohio, as a quality supervisor. He served in the U.S. Army from 1968-1970 and continued his service in the Army Reserves from 1981-1985. He was a member of the Bryan Eagles, Aerie #2233. Edward L. Sorgenfrie was born on Aug. 30, 1948, in Jackson, the son of Claude A. and Barbara M. (Marsh) Sorgenfrie. He married Johnna R. Nemire on Nov. 13, 2003, in Bryan, Ohio, and she survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Brenda Kay (Randy) Williams, of Bryan, Ohio, Christen A. (Scott) Wirth, of Sherwood, Ohio, and Marie L. (Josh Smith) Sorgenfrie, of Fayette, Ohio, one stepdaughter, Kayla M. Nemire, of Bryan, Ohio, seven grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, his mother in Waldron, one brother, Gerry Sorgenfire, of Napoleon, his grandmother, Eva Yeider, of Waldron, one stepsister, Sharon Hills, of Pittsford, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father and one sister, Karen Kay Sorgenfrie. There will be no visitation or services. Interment will be private. Memorials in the name of Edward L. Sorgenfrie may be given to Cancer Assistance of Williams County or any of the veterans groups in Williams County. Cards of sympathy may be sent to the family at P.O. Box 383, Bryan, Ohio. Condolences may be sent to and the online register signed at www.krillfuneralservice.com. |
Edward Thomas Smith, 71, of Toledo died at 5:54 p.m. Monday at Toledo Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
Lessner, Eileen M., age 69, November 14, 2008 of Trenton. Wife of the late Donald. Mother of Mary Mercure, Donald Jr. (Julie), Margaret (Rick) St. Andre, Susan (Scott) Boesler and Timothy (Marysue). Daughter-in-law of Marian. Sister-in-law of D. J. |
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COLDWATER — Eliza Mae Clark, 85, of Coldwater, formerly of Peru, Ind., died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008 at Maple Lawn Care Center. Eliza was born Sept. 16, 1923 in Miami County, Ind. to Charles and Grace (Fouts) Overly.  She married Marion D. Clark on Sept. 16, 1939 and he preceded her in death on April 12 1989. Eliza is survived by a daughter-in-law, Alice Clark, of Tekonsha; a daughter Susan Saunders and husband Norman Scott of Yuba City, Calif.; a niece, Geraldine (John) Pries Schuler of North Manchester, Ind.; a nephew, Don (Marty) Pries of Kokomo, Ind; a half brother, David (Alice) Overly of Peru, Ind.; a brother-in-law, Dale (Rose) Clark; a sister-in-law, Eileen (Ellis) Sullivan of Peru, Ind. and five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Keith Clark; daughter Beverly Sue Clark and sister Lavaughn Clupper. Services will be held Saturday, at 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at the Peru Grace Brethren Church with Pastor Dave Jodry officiating.  Friends may call from 2 p.m. until the time of the service at the Peru Grace Brethren Church.  Burial will be in the Chili Cemetery, Chili, Ind. Memorial donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association or to Maple Lawn. Arrangements are by the Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home in Peru, Ind. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Ellen "Alma" Pfeiffer, 88, of Ironwood, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, in Hurley. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Eugene L. Lampart, 76, of Ironwood, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at home. |
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Evelyn F. Huff, age 90 years, of Hudson, passed away, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008 at Allegiance Health in Jackson. Evelyn was born on Aug. 15, 1918 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of George F. and Pearl C. (Williams) Waidelich. She married Leo A. Huff on November 2, 1940 in Grand Rapids. He survives. Leo and Evelyn moved to the Hillsdale County area in 1946 after Leo returned from the war. Evelyn was a former member of the Locust Corners Baptist Church where she was a Sunday School teacher, an active member of the First Baptist Church in Hudson, an auxiliary member of Gideon’s International and the Friendship Club of Locust Corners. Evelyn enjoyed quilting, sewing and gardening. Surviving Evelyn are her husband of 68 years, Leo; two daughters, Judy (John) Garris of Quebec City, Quebec and Diane Cudney of Hudson; son, Wayne (Elaine) Huff of Brooklyn; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth Purdy of Wyoming; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Evelyn was preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Mae Cutchall; parents; one sister; and two brothers. Funeral services for Evelyn will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the First Baptist Church in Hudson with Pastor Tom Ball officiating. Private interment will follow at Locust Corners Cemetery in Pittsford Township.  Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson and Wednesday at the church one hour prior to the service. Memorials are suggested to Gideon’s International, First Baptist Church, Gospel Barn or a charity of the donor’s choice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Flora L. Chabrier, 88, of Boyne City, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility. |
• Floyd Harold Sundbeck, 89, of Manistee, died Friday, Nov. 14, at the Manistee County Medical Care Facility. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
Frances M. Colen, 85, of Lebanon, Ind., formerly of South Bend, Ind., died Friday morning, Nov. 14, 2008, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, South Bend, Ind. |
Frank J. Pieper, Jr. |
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. |
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ASHLAND, Wis. -- Fredrick James Sandquist III, 35, of Ashland, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, in Ashland. |
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MARTIN, Garnet Wells - Age 81, of Gladwin, formerly of Flint, died Monday, November 10, 2008 in Midland. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint with Rev. Hal Philips and Mr. Greg Martin officiating. Interment will follow at Halsey Cemetery in Grand Blanc. Visitation will be held 6-8 PM Thursday and 10-12 and 4-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
George J. Langkil Sr., 77, of Gladwin passed away Nov. 7, 2008 at MidMichigan Medical Center–Gladwin. |
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George William Fox, 65, of Arkansas, formerly of Adrian, Mich., passed away on Nov. 12, 2008, after a lengthy battle with colon cancer. He was born on April 3, 1943, in New Bedford, Mass., to the late Counsel and Mary Ann Fox. George worked in sales management for many years. He was an avid fan of the University of Michigan football team. He collected model trains and enjoyed playing golf. George is survived by his children, Jennifer (Fox) Winant (husband Ed) of Rogers, Ark., Greg Fox (wife Jennifer) of Sherwood, Ark., and Kristina Fox of Lonoke, Ark.; his grandchildren, all of whom were his pride and joy, Nathan, Chloe, Kirk Fox, Emily and Ethan Winant; his sisters and brother, Martha Rion and Doris Tolford of Adrian, Mich., Helen Biedron of Woodridge, Ill., and John Fox of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; his close companion and tireless helper, Margaret McConnell of Conway, Ark.; and a host of extended family and friends all who will miss him dearly. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, at Christ Church. Donations in memory of Mr. Fox may be sent to Arkansas Hospice (501-748-3392). |
• Georgia D. Hill, 83, of Onekama, died Monday, Nov. 10. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
Gerald "Jerry" Parrish Attica Gerald "Jerry" Parrish, age 65, of Attica, passed away Friday (November 7th, 2008) peacefully at home with his family and hospice, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 2, 1943 in Romeo to Kenneth and Ruth Parrish. He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam war. He worked for, and retired from, General Motors after 25 years of service. He enjoyed firearms, hunting and fishing. A special thank you to the nurses and staff of the Visiting Nurse Services of Michigan - Hospice. Your knowledge, kindness, and support was greatly appreciated. He is survived by his son, Christopher Parrish of Pinckney; daughter, Jennifer (Mark) Mazure of Dryden; grandchildren, Hannah, Isaiah, Sarah, Joshua, Noah, and Micah Mazure; brother, Ken (Angela) Parrish of Imlay City; sister, Marsha (Micheal) Albert of Almont; mother, Ruth Parrish of Romeo; cousins, nieces and nephews, and special "nephew" Jim Brassfield. He was preceded in d |
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Gladys Slotman age 95, of Holland, died Friday, November 14, 2008, at an area care center.  Gladys was born on December 30, 1912 to Henry and Gertie Boerman.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey, in 1985; and sons-in-law, Bill Fredricks in 1980, and Chet Kuipers in 2002.  She was a member of Overisel Reformed Church and attended Maplewood Reformed Church and Central Wesleyan. She was a member of Evergreen Commons and was a resident of Resthaven Maple Woods for 13 years.  The family would like to thank the staffs of Maple Woods and Resthaven Care Center for their love and kindness shown to Gladys over the past many years. Gladys is survived by her daughters, Barbara and Ernest Bekken of Holland, Elaine and Harold Peters of Holland; 9 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, 13 great great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mrs. Harvey (Josephine) Boerman of Holland. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 17, at Overisel Reformed Church, A4706 142nd Ave., Holland with Dr. Scott Lokers officiating.  Burial will be in Overisel Cemetery.  Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. Sunday at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland and one hour prior to the service on Monday.  Memorial contributions may be given to Resthaven Maple Woods Building Fund.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.   |
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Gloria J. Blaker, 65, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008 at her home.  She was born Feb. 21, 1943 in Hillsdale to Ora and Merle (Fenstermaker) Carlisle.  She was married Dec. 30, 1961 to Ronald Blaker and he survives. Gloria was a 1961 graduate of Reading High School and was a member of the Honors Choir.  She attended Jackson Community College, was on the Dean's List for two years and was active in the JCC Tutoring program. Gloria attended Bankers Baptist Church. Besides her husband, Ronald, she is survived by her father, Ora Carlisle of Hillsdale; three daughters, Oralie (Gary) Amrhein and Toni (Robert) Ashton both of Jonesville and Donna Thompson of Hillsdale; an adopted son, Gary Estel of Jonesville; a brother, Clyde (Mary) Carlisle of Quincy; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Gloria was preceded in death by her mother, Merle and one sister. Cremation has taken place.  There will be a memorial service at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to the Blaker family. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Age 85 Nov. 14, 2008. Beloved husband of Irene Seaver and the late Delphine. Dear father of Linda (Andy) Blain, Kayleen Seaver and the late Robert Seaver. Dear brother of the late William, Vincent, and Stanley. Dear grandfather of Thomas & Julia, Kari & Chris, Kimberly & Charlie, Tristan, and great grand father of one. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorials to Henry Ford Hospice appreciated by the family. Arrangements under the direction of the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 248-398-6500. |
HARRIET JOYCE EAGLE SANDUSKY Harriet Joyce Eagle, age 78, of Sandusky, died Saturday, November 08, 2008 at her home in Sandusky, Michigan. She was born November 22, 1929 in Sandusky, Michigan the daughter of the late Cecil and Gertrude (Moore) McAulay. She was a lifelong area resident, a 1947 graduate of Sandusky High School, a member of St. Johns Episcopal Church, Sandusky. Harriet married Robert E. Eagle on January 3, 1948 in Sandusky, he died on December 15, 1985. She was head Librarian at Sandusky Public Library until her retirement. Harriet was passionate about Genealogy and she loved to travel to Ireland. She is survived by Robert Jr. & Darlene Eagle (son) of Sandusky, David & Mary Eagle (son) of Jeddo, 4 Grandchildren, Karen, Jason, Daniel, Alyssa, Annette & Donald Swayze (sister) of Arizona. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 13, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. Charles Stuart officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Sandusky. Visitation will be held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky on Wednesday from 2 - 9 p.m. Memorial suggestion to St. Johns Episcopal Church or Sandusky District Library. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com |
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Harold Louis “Hal” Hocker, Jr., age 78, of Centreville, Mich., passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at his home. He was born in Detroit on April 17, 1930, a son of the late Harold Louis and Alvina Elizabeth (Rathje) Hocker Sr. Hal graduated from Lakeshore High School, St. Claire Shores in 1948.  On  Dec. 9, 1950, Hal married Ruth Husk in Angola, Ind. He worked in sales and was a partner at Pentek Corp., Indianapolis, Ind., for 20 years, retiring in 1987. Hal also worked at Weyheauser from 1963-1968. Hal was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Centreville and enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. Surviving are: his wife, Ruth Hocker, Centreville; daughters, Sheryl (John) Furey of Constantine, Cynthia (Michael) Daskivich of San Antonio, Texas, Mary (Michael) Mingus of Sturgis and Carol (Kemp) Kotschevar of Centreville; son, Gary (Marsha) Hocker of Constantine; 13 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Crystal Smous; sisters, Carmen Hardee and Marilyn Yates; and brother, Charles Hocker. According to his wishes, Hal's body has been donated to the U of M Anatomical Donations Program. Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Centreville, or Sturgis Hospice. Envelopes are available at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville. Online condolences may be sent to www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
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Hattie Hobson, 86, of Monroe died at 5 a.m. Thursday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
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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., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
Helen T. McKee, 88, of Ionia, passed away Nov. 14, 2008., |
Helen W. Baehr, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008 at her home in Gladwin. |
Henrietta B. Dixon, 95, of Boyne City, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. |
I want to thank you most sincerely all those people that helped me on Nov. 4, when I fell in front of Dr. Buehlers office, it truly takes a town to take care of children and old ladies, thanks again. Connie Lundgren. |
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Monday 11 a.m. until service 2 p.m. at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to Shriners Hospitals for Children are appreciated. Share your memories at: |
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Jacqueline K. “Jackie” Buholz, age 56, of Burr Oak, Mich., died early Wednesday morning, Nov. 12, 2008, at Sturgis Hospital following a short illness. She was born July 17, 1952, in Coldwater, a daughter of Leo and Virginia (Kregger) Buholz, and graduated from Bronson High School in 1971. Surviving are: her life partner and care giver of 27 years, Michael Kane of Burr Oak, and his children and grandchildren; her sisters, Debra (Barry) Meyer of Colon and Sandra French of Zephyrhills, Fla.; her brother, Ken (Dilia) Buholtz of McKinney, Texas; and her nieces and nephews. Jackie was a homemaker and enjoyed crossword puzzles. She enjoyed Mike’s children and especially loved his grandchildren who were a huge part of her life. According to her wishes, cremation will take place. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bronson, with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Arrangements are by the Kolcz Funeral Home of Bronson. |
James quot;Wally quot; Price, age 86, of Flat Rock, MI died on Monday November 10, 2008. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel on Friday November 14, 2008 from 2 to 8 PM. |
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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 United States before retiring at Hamilton A.F.B. in Marin County, Calif.  Jim and his wife Pat lived in Novato, Calif. for 21 years before making their home in Sonoma where they have been residents since 1994. He was an active member of the St. Leo’s Men’s Club, SIRS Chapter #41 and the Marin Rod & Gun Club.  Jim is survived by his wife of 35 years, Pat; his four children, David Ruth, Julia Freeman, Christine Miller, Tina Phelps; five stepchildren, Kathleen Heath, Eileen Williams, Maureen Wall, Mary Alderete and Francis Wall and all of their spouses; 19 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.  Jim is also survived by his brother, Vernon Ruth and sister, Leona Helsel and many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Leo’s Catholic Church, 601 West Agua Caliente Road, Sonoma, Calif. 95476 followed by a reception in the Church Hall. Interment will be 11:30 a.m. Monday at Sacramento Valley V.A. National Cemetery at 5810 Midway Road, Dixon Calif. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in his name to St. Leo’s Development Fund. Arrangements are under the direction of Duggan’s Mission Chapel, Mission Cremation Service, 525 West Napa St., Sonoma, Calif.   |
James Robert Reau, 68, of Monroe died at 2:01 p.m. Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Visitation is from 1 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Allore Chapel of the Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, where services are pending for Tuesday. |
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Joan Chesser, age 68, of Manitou Beach passed away Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at Jackson Medical Care Facility in Jackson. She was born on Dec. 19, 1939, in Detroit, the daughter of Elmus and Ruby (Jackson) Hutchins. Joan married Billy Chesser on May 23, 1958, in Detroit. He survives. Joan and her family moved to the Onsted area in the summer of 1973. She owned and operated The Village Restaurant and Chesser’s Greenhouse. Joan enjoyed spending winters in Florida and taking care of her family.  She truly cherished her children and grandchildren. Joan will be dearly missed.  Surviving besides her husband, Billy, are their eight children, Bridget (Ron) Conrad of Addison, Jack Chesser of Pinckney, George (Cindy) Chesser of Manitou Beach, Bob (Irene) Chesser of Cement City, Barbara (Kevin) Abrams of Seymour, Tenn., John (Polly) Chesser of Manitou Beach, Bill (Jessica) Chesser, Jr., of Adrian and Chris (Brian) Betz of Manitou Beach; 23 grandchildren, two greatgrandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Barnes of Tecumseh and Barbara (Jerry) McCord of Tipton, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Joan was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jim Hutchins. Funeral services for Joan will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008, at the Dunn Chapel, Brown-Van Hemet Funeral Home in Onsted with the Rev. E. Keith Corbin officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Shade Cemetery in Onsted. Visitation will be Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, from 5 to 8 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Crossroads Community Church Project Share. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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John Kaslander, 87, of Drenthe, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Drenthe Christian Reformed Church, 6344 Adams St., Zeeland.  Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. today at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in West Drenthe Cemetery. www.yntemafh.com |
• Josephine Ila Green, 82, of Manistee and formerly of Benzonia, died Sunday, Nov. 9. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements. ... |
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WILLARD, Ohio -- Joy (Nelson) Stoller, 73, of Willard, was called home by our Heavenly Father on Oct. 23, 2008, at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Ashland. |
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Juli Ann Heller,  43,  of  1035N - 600E,  LaGrange, Ind., died Nov. 12, 2008, at her home after a long battle with cancer. Visitation will be from 2-4  and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the First Church of God, LaGrange, where services are at 10 a.m. Monday. Burial will be in  Mongo Cemetery, Mongo, Ind. Arrangements are by the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange.   |
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Junior Odell Shoulders, 71, of Allegan, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at Heartland of Holland. Services are 11 a.m. today at the Chappell Funeral Home, 637 W. Main St., Fennville. Burial will be in Plummerville Cemetery. Visitation is one hour prior to the service. www.chappellfuneralhome.com |
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Sunday 2:00-9:00 p.m. Monday 3:00-9:00 p.m. Rosary Monday 8:15 p.m. A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic ( 13 1/2 Mile Rd. ), Warren. Instate Tuesday 10:00 a.m. till time of Mass 10:30 a.m. St Athanasius Catholic Church. 18720 Thirteen Mile Rd. (W. of Gratiot), Roseville. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. |
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Sunday 12:30 p.m. until the 4:00 p.m. funeral service at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI. www.querfeldfh.com. |
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Sunday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Funeral Monday, instate 9 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 31515 Hoover (btw. Masonic and 13 Mile Rd) until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" @ |
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Age 85, of Highland, passed away at his home on November 14, 2008. He is survived by his son, James Kuplicki of Auburn Hills; daughters, Diane (Michael) Zalac of Walled Lake, Janet (Don) Carrier of Canton, and grandchildren, Jaime Zalac and Jen (Jeff) Williams. Also surviving are his sisters, Caroline (the late John) Arbogast, Martha Kuplicki, and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard Kuplicki, a daughter, Laura Kuplicki, and his beloved wife, Margaret, in 1998. Funeral Liturgy from Church of the Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Rd., Highland, on Tuesday, November 18th, with Fr. Leo Lulko officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Sunday 2-8 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Monday 7 p.m. Memorials may be made in his name to Angela Hospice. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit |
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Katherine E. Bainbridge, age 53, of 58335 County Line Road, Three Rivers, Mich., passed away on Wednesday morning, Nov. 12, 2008, at Three Rivers Health following a long illness. She was born Sept. 4, 1955, at New Baltimore, Mich., a daughter of Thomas N. and Katherine M. (Koski) Henning. On July 7, 1973, in Three Rivers she married Tracy V. Bainbridge who survives. A resident of Three Rivers most of her life, she was co-owner of Commercial Painters for 20 years. She is a former member of the Quarterhorse Association and enjoyed horseback riding, camping, canoeing and gardening. Surviving, besides her husband, Tracy, are: a daughter, Christina (Paul) Lubieniecki of Three Rivers; a son, Matthew Bainbridge of Three Rivers; three grandsons; her mother, Katherine Henning of Avoca, Mich.; a sister, Mary (Dave) Kurczynski of Avoca; three brothers, Thomas (Minnie) Henning of St. Louis, Mo., James (Annalee) Henning of Schoolcraft, and Clarence (Sheree) Henning of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.; and nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Riverside Church, Three Rivers with Pastor Paul Booko officiating. Cremation arrangements were handled by the Mater Funeral Home, Marcellus. Memorials may be directed to Huntington’s Disease Society of America. |
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Kathryn Mae “Kay” Blodgett, age 87, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday morning, Nov. 12, 2008, at the Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born July 23, 1921, in Butler, Ind., a daughter of the late Carl W. and Clara K. (Kramer) Nimmons. Kay had resided in Sturgis since 1947, coming from Butler. On Sept. 6, 1947, she married Richard D. Blodgett in Butler, Ind. He died March 13, 2004. She had been employed by Higley Printing Company in Butler, Ind., Travelers Insurance Company in South Bend, Ind., and had also worked part time at Sturgis Automotive Supply Company in Sturgis, and she was a homemaker. Kay was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis and a very active longtime member of Pythian Sisters Pocahontas Temple #121 where she was very involved in the Bingo Games. Kay had attended Manchester College in Manchester, Ind. She loved sewing, knitting, crocheting and playing bridge. Surviving are: two sons, Thomas Duane (Joanne) Blodgett of Jackson and Dennis Alan (Sandra) Blodgett of Sturgis; two grandchildren, Benjamin Duane Blodgett of Chicago and Jana Blodgett of Sturgis. Preceding her in death were her parents and a daughter, Cheryl Kay Blodgett . In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A private memorial graveside service and burial of the ashes will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis is handling the arrangements. Her family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Blodgett’s memory consider Thurston Woods Village, 307 N. Franks Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
Keith C. Salisbury, age 76, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 at Crittenton Hospital in Rochester Hills. |
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L. Charline Harsh, 72, of Kokomo, Ind., went to be with the Lord at 1:02 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, at Howard Regional Health System Hospital in Kokomo after an extended illness. Mrs. Harsh was born March 23, 1936, in Grandbury, Texas. She was the daughter of Freda P. (Mizell) Knott and Charley N. Knott. On Sept. 3, 1955, in Carlsbad, N.M., Charline married James L. Harsh and he survives. Mrs. Harsh was a homemaker, a devoted member of Center Road Church of Christ and a member of the Golden Agers.  Charline loved her family dearly and enjoyed helping others. She also enjoyed her pets, crocheting and bowling. Survivors include one daughter, Freda A. Felton, and her husband, Aaron, of Junction City, Kan.; one son, Gary L. Harsh of Kokomo; two sisters, Janeice Johann of Carlsbad, N.M., and Rita Williams and her husband, Bill, of New Braunfels, Texas; and one brother, Floyd Knott of Albuquerque, N.M. She is also survived by brothers- and sisters-in-law, Stan and Mary Harsh of Kokomo, Ruby and Harold Crowell of Polk City, Fla., and Dan and Carolyn Harsh of Kokomo. Many extended family members survive too. Mrs. Harsh is preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. Monday in Ellers Mortuary, 3400 S. Webster St., with Lynn Brust officiating. Interment rites will be at Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery and entombment will follow. Visitation for the Harsh family will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kokomo Christian School. Online condolences may be sent to the Harsh family at www.ellersmortuary.com.   |
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L. Thomas Blackburn, 69, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008. Services are 2 p.m., Monday at the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 to 1:45 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. www.notierverleelangeland.com |
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Sunday 3-8 p.m. and Monday 4-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blocks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Tuesday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, Clawson. Memorials to Guardian Angels Catholic Church or William Beaumont Hospice appreciated. Share your memories at |
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Lavaine Charles “Charley” Peck, 77, of Adrian, Mich., and Lakeland, Fla., died Nov. 5, 2008, at his Florida home. He was born Dec. 27, 1930, to Wesley and Lynwood Peck in Coldwater, Mich. He graduated from Adrian High School in 1948. He was employed at American Chain and Cable in Adrian for many years. He later worked at the Lenawee Country Club for 10 years as a groundskeeper. In recent years he enjoyed attending and working at the Detroit Tigers summer training camps in Lakeland, Fla. He was also a member of the Adrian Loyal Order of Moose #34. He was a lifelong lover of many sports and played softball, bowled and golfed in many local leagues. He is survived by a daughter, Debra (David Howard) Blohm of Adrian; three grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a stepson, Phil (Kim) Gray of Adrian; four stepgrandchildren; a brother, Leslie (Dorothy) Peck; niece, Janice (Larry) Heisler; and nephew, Dennis Peck. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by  a brother, Roland. Friends and family are invited to a time of remembrance at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, at the Hidden River North Clubhouse on Beecher Street in Adrian. |
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Lawrence M. Haglund, 73, of Reading, passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008 at the Laurels of Coldwater. He was born Nov. 16, 1934 in Pennington County, Minn. He had been employed in the auto industry and had also worked in the curb and gutter business. Survivors include his wife, Mary (Hueston) Haglund, whom he married April 4, 1975, one daughter Loretta (Brad) Lane of Utah, one stepdaughter Arlene Ledbetter of Caledonia, four sons Michael (Estralita) Haglund of Minnesota, Darrell (Nadine) Haglund of Arizona, Jon Haglund and David Haglund both of Utah, three sisters Esther McFarland, Mable (Dean) Dagen, Dorothy Osse, one brother John (Shirley) Haglund all of Minnesota and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His parents and one son (Randy) preceded him in death. There will be no visitation or service. |
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Lewis H. Worman, 81, of Albion, Ind., died Nov. 9, 2008, at North Ridge Village in Albion. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Albion, where a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday.  Burial will be in Cedar Creek Cemetery in Dekalb County at a later date. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is in charge of arrangements.   |
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Lida McCallister, 97, of Holland, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by the Northwood Chapel,  Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. |
Lindsay J. Simmons, 17, of Temperance, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 8:56 a.m. in St. Vincent Mercy Children's Hospital. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Lloyd E. Lehto, 77, of North Hemlock Street in Ironwood, died Friday Nov. 7, 2008, in Ironwood. |
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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, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
Lu Anne Miller Dryden Lu Anne Miller, age 73, of Dryden passed away Thursday (November 6, 2008) at Lapeer Regional Medical Center. She was born March 5, 1935 to Albert and Bernice Ward. She married John G. Miller September 22, 1977 in Wake Village, TX. She was an Imlay City High School graduate. Lu Anne retired from Imlay City High School where she worked as a special needs aid. She had a certificate in Mental Health Care and worked in a Group Home. She also worked for Vlasic Food's in Imlay City. She is survived by her son, James Friedenstab of Glendale, AZ; daughters, Diane Harvey of Battle Creek and Cheryl Friedenstab of St. Petersburg, FL; grandchild, Anthony Rivett of St. Petersburg, FL; brothers, George (Betty) Ward of Millington, Jim (Cathy) Ward of Galesburg, MI; step-sisters, Patricia (Duane) LaBair of Mayville, and Susan (Matt) Peraino of Clarkston. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Miller; parents, Albert Ward & Bernice Ward Fuller; step-father |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Luella E. "Lolly" Olson, 90, of Wakefield, went to be with her Savior on Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, in Wakefield, surrounded by her family. |
MELOCHE ANN (HUNT) |
Of Clarkston; November 12, 2008. Age 62. Preceded in death by her husband George Ehrnstrom. Loving mother of Jim (Heather) Meloche and Joe (Heather) Meloche; beloved grandma of Alexis, Chris, Lucien, Kellan, Adrien and Ellis. Sister of Jan Hunt, Monica Hunt, Fran (Don) O'Connell and Molly (Pat Hawkey) Hunt. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Ann was an area attorney for over 25 years. Memorial service 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Marygrove College Dining Room, 8425 West McNichols, Detroit. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com |
WOODWORTH, Mae I. - Age 81, of Swartz Creek, died Monday, November 10, 2008 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 AM Friday, November 14, 2008 at St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Swartz Creek, with Fr. Steven Mattson celebrant. Burial immediately following at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint. Visitation will be held at Sharp Funeral Home, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek from 1-4 and 6-8 PM Thursday, and at church from 10 AM until time of Mass Friday. A vigil service will be held 7 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions to the charity of one's choice. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
MEAD, Margaret Louise - Age 87, of Linden, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at Crestmont Healthcare Center. Funeral services will be held 2 PM Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden. Burial will follow in Argentine Cemetery. Visitaion will be held from 12 noon until the time of service at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions to the charity of one's choice. Margaret was born April 7, 1921 in Lansing, the daughter of Clare and Nancy (Black) Crandall. She was a 1938 graduate of Linden High School and attended Detroit Business College. She was married to Hubert Wayne Mead on May 7, 1943; he preceded her in death on February 5, 2004. Mrs. Mead was a member of Argentine United Methodist Church, where she was the organist for 30 years. She enjoyed knitting, bowling, crossword puzzles and reading. Surviving are: two sons, Jon and wife Loretta Mead of Linden, Clare Mead of Linden; grandchildren, Brett and wife Gretchen, Brandon and wife Cassandra, Whitney, Craig, Rachel, Travis, Jessie; great-grandchildren, McKenzie, Maya, Connor and Harlee; dearest cousin, Mickie and Donna and their children; dearest niece and nephew, Susan McDonald Miller, Larry and Pam McDonald and their children; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was also preceded in death by her parents; sons, Craig and Crandall; sister-in-law, Marquita McDonald; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ron and Betty Mead. On-line condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
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Marguerite Virginia Prielipp, 89, of Blissfield passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at Liberty Place in Adrian, Mich. She was born on Feb. 2, 1919, in Brooklyn, Mich., the daughter of Percy and Nina Tilden. On Oct. 16, 1945, Virginia was married to Louis A. Prielipp. He survives. Virginia devoted her life to her family and home. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Palmyra. Virginia was blessed to have many happy years of travel and farming with her husband, Louis. In her younger years she joined in the World War II effort by working at the bomber plant in Willow Run. She also was able to graduate from cosmetology school. One of her greatest joys was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved to quietly sit and listen to all of their activities and conversations. She also enjoyed playing cards, games and bingo with her friends. Virginia had a fondness for music, and playing the piano and clarinet. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and were touched by her life. Surviving is her husband, Louis A. Prielipp of Blissfield; two sons, Louis (Polly) Prielipp of Britton and David (Joyce) Prielipp of Blissifeld; one daughter, Barbara (Steve) Jacobs of Galesburg, Mich.; two sisters, Marcelle Hardy of Jerome, Mich., and Josephine Wineland of Quincy, Mich.; nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Virginia will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield with the Rev. Gary Leking officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian.  Family and friends may call or visit the funeral on Sunday from 2 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Immanuel Lutheran Church Building Fund or to Great Lakes Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.   |
Marie F. "Terry" Davidson, age 64, of West Branch, passed away Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008 at her home. |
Marshall Phillip Lynk, 85, of Lakeland passed away Nov. 5, 2008 from cancer. |
Chaffee, Mary Louise Ann Arbor, MI Age 93, died at Arbor Hospice on November 9, 2008. A full obituary will follow in a future edition. No services are planned. Arrangements by Generations. |
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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 was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
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Mary L. Streicher, age 57,   of Holland, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Surviving are her children, Stephanie Streicher-Smith, Ronald Streicher,  and their father, William Streicher; two grandchildren, Rebbeckah and Caden; parents, William and Helen Sparks; sisters, Linda Collier, Betty and John Ver Hey,  Henrietta and William Moore; nephews, nieces, and cousins. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. Visiting will be one hour prior to the service. For more information and an online registry, visit www.lifestorynet.com.   |
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Mott Groom Green Valley, AZ Mott Groom (formerly of Barefoot Bay Fl, and Vero Beach, Fl., and Lapeer) died Wednesday (November 12, 2008). He was born in Flint on July 24, 1926. He retired from the Flint Journal where he worked in Display Advertising. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Beth; sons, Jeffrey of Lake Linden, David (Joanne) of Green Valley, AZ., and Reginald of Livonia; three grand-children and two great-grandchildren. Contributions may be sent to Make a Wish Foundation, Gift Processing Center, Box 97104, Washington, D. C. 20090 or Carondelet Hospice, 630 N. Alvernon Way, Ste 361, Tucson, AZ. 85711. No services are planned. |
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GRECO, Nicholas Joseph, Jr. "Uncle" - Age 78, of Flint, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008. Graveside services will be held Friday, November 14, 2008 at 12:30 PM at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, MI. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.Arrangements handled by Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint. |
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SAVAGE, Minn. -- Nora Lee (Suzik) Brunello died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, in Savage. |
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Sunday 3-9 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home,28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Funeral Monday in state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10a.m at St. Gertrude Catholic Church, St. Clair Shores. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memories may be shared at |
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O.D. Stiles, 83, of LaGrange, Ind., died Nov. 6, 2008, at his residence. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place.  No services will take place at this time. Memorials may be given to the LaGrange County Food & Clothes Basket. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is in charge of arrangements. |
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Age 79, November 12, 2008. Beloved wife of Thomas for 58 years. Dear mother of Donna Elaine Birmingham, and Diane Cassidy (Rob). Dearest grandmother of Karlyn and Sheridan. Very loving aunt of Pam Alessi (Pat), and their children Pat and Tony. Family will receive friends Saturday 2-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Road, Redford. Funeral services will be Monday, in state 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 13542 Mercedes, Redford. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at |
DUNN, Percy J. - Age 87, of Fenton, died Saturday, November 8, 2008 at his residence. A memorial service will be held 4:00 PM Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1:00 PM until time of service Wednesday. Online tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi (248) 348-1800, on Sunday 2-5 & 6-9 p.m. Funeral service Monday, 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations suggested to the American Heart, Alzheimers or the American Lung Association. Online condolences: |
RICHARD A. GARDNER LEXINGTON Richard A. Gardner, Age 73, of Lexington, died Tuesday, October 28, 1008. He was born July 26, 1935 in Port Huron, son of the late Arthur and Blanche (Hunter) Gardner. He and Myrna J. Barnett were married on August 20, 1960. Mr. Gardner was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving from 1954 to 1958. He retired after 28 years from General Motors. He is survived by his wife Myrna. Two sons Martin of Lexington and David (Melissa) of Phoenix, AZ. One daughter Laura Gardner of Phoenix. One brother Leonard of Port Huron and a sister Lillian Rutkowski of Fort Gratiot. Four grandchildren: Aaron, Zachary, Olivia and Emily. Friends Dale Ross and Marvin and Judy Kern. He was preceded in death by brothers William and James. Funeral services were held at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington with Rev. Leo Thomas, pastor of the St. John Lutheran Church officiated. Burial was in the Lexington Cemetery. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Croswell. |
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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 of Congress, Ariz., Ella (Charles) Boston of Kinderhook, Wanda (William) Fry of Sturgis, Linda (Grant) Salway of Jonesville, Phyllis (Mike) McVicker of Quincy, Charlene (Glen) Crandall of Reading, Susie Jones of Quincy, Kim (Jim) Titus of Allen; six sons, Jay (Fran) Montgomery of Dublin, Ga., Jim (Chloe) Montgomery of Quincy, Harry (Linda) Montgomery of Sturgis, Gary (Alicia) Montgomery of Lagrange, Ind., Larry (Lori) Montgomery of Reading, Terry Montgomery of Quincy; one sister, Evalina Puckett of Jackson; two brothers,  Gene (Anna Mae) Back of Salyersville, Ky., Ronald (Dorothy) Back of Atlanta, Ga.; 44 grandchildren; and 80 great-grandchildren. Also preceding her in death were two daughters, Vonda and Brenda; son-in-law, Thomas Foltz; and eight brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Gene Cobb officiating.  Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Memorials may be made to her family. |
Robert quot;Bob quot; Kreuger, age 68, of St. Louis, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at Masonic Pathways in Alma due to agent orange related cancer. |
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Robert L. Nugent, age 71, of Colon, Mich., passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, in Coldwater from injuries he received in an automobile accident.  Bob was born Jan. 2, 1937, in Chicago, Ill., and grew up in Chicago, graduating from Mendel Catholic High School.  On Jan. 17, 1959, he married Arlene Kalchbrenner in Chicago.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1961 to 1963. Bob had worked as a firefighter for the Chicago Fire Department for 32 years, retiring in 2000.  He was a member of the Colon American Legion Post #454, Colon Kiwanis Club and Bullhead fishing organization of Sarona, Wis.  Surviving are: his wife, Arlene Nugent of Colon; daughter, Barbara (Bob) VanRamshorst  of Lansing, Ill.; step-grandchildren, Amy (Keith) Wilkening of Schererville, Ind., and Doug (Mary) VanRamshorst of Chicago; and a step great-grandchild, Laney Wilkening of Schererville, Ind.  The family will receive relatives and friends from 4- 9 p.m. today at the Schipper Funeral Home Ltd. in Colon. A funeral Mass will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday at St Barbara’s Catholic Church in Colon with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating.  Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made in memory of Bob to the Colon Food Pantry.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. |
Rocky Lee Payton, 32, formerly of Monroe, was killed Tuesday evening in a bike accident in Hudson, Florida. |
LUNDGREN, Ronald Carl - Age 59, of Swartz Creek, died Monday, November 10, 2008. A Memorial Service will be held 5:00 PM Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek, Mr. Jerry Dickinson officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Thursday from 2:00 PM until time of service. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Ronald Carl Lundgren Memorial Fund. Ronald was born December 28, 1948 in Flint, the son of Alvin and Ethel (Higgins) Lundgren. He married Lynne E. Lammiman June 26, 1971 in Flint. Ronald retired from the City of Flint Police Department and then worked for the State of Michigan Probation and Parole in Caro. He was a graduate of Michigan State University and was actively involved with Crime Stoppers. Surviving are: wife, Lynne; 3 children, Ryan and wife Jennifer of Swartz Creek, Kristin and husband Matt Zoltowski of Lake Orion, Greg of Swartz Creek; 3 grandchildren, Logan Lundgren, Graydon and Allison Zoltowski; mother, Ethel of Flint; brother, Jerold of Ann Arbor. He was preceded in death by his father, Alvin. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
Ruth E. Doughty, 89 yrs, of Petersburg, died Monday night at Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home, Ida, Thursday from 2-8 PM. Services will be at the funeral home Friday at 11 AM. The Rev. Dr. Patricia A. |
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ESCANABA, Mich. -- Ruth Marie (Nordine) Chown, 72, passed away Nov. 10, 2008, surrounded by her family at St. Francis Hospital, Escanaba, following a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. |
SEKLES GEORGIA |
at church begins at 9:30 a.m. Trisagion Sunday 7 p.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial Tributes to the church or AHEPA District # 10 Educational Foundation Scholarship Fund appreciated. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
SERIO ANTHONY JOSEPH |
Friday and Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Sign guest registry at: |
SIEGEL ERIC J |
Beloved husband of Vicky Siegel. Dear father of Michelle, Rochelle, Alexis, David, and Laurie Siegel. Loving son of the late Carl Siegel, and also survived by other loving relatives and friends. SERVICES AND INTERMENT WERE HELD THURSDAY. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. |
SIMON SALLY |
Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. with prayers Sunday 7 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. Funeral Monday, in state 11:30 a.m. until time of Mass 12 noon at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 22412 Overlake Dr., St. Clair Shores. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Bonaventure Monastery, 1740 Mt. Elliot, Detorit, MI 48207, St. Vincent de Paul/St. Joan of Arc Conference, 22412 Overlake Dr., St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, or The Beaumont Foundation/Beaumont Hospice, 3711 W. 13 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073. Light a candle and share a memory at: www.verheyden.org. |
SOPIAK DIANA |
Sunday 4-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service Monday 4:00 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd. (W. of Hoover Rd.) Instate Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Funeral Mass at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Church, 8200 Rolyat St. (Detroit). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. John Hospice. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family @ www.wasikfuneralhome.com |
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Sandra L. Emens, 68, of Waldron passed away Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, at Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born Sept. 17, 1940, in Coldwater, the daughter of Curtis and Mary Joan (Ferguson) Green Jr. She married Gilbert AJ Emens on May 21, 1960, in North Adams and he survives. Sandra was a lifelong farmer’s wife, previously employed at Hillsdale Medical Care Facility, Holiday Inn in Montpelier, Ohio. She graduated from Waldron High School, Class of 1958, Riggs Beauty School in 1959 and was a member of Pioneer United Methodist Church. She taught Sunday School, Bible School, was a Girl Scout leader and dearly loved her children and grandchildren. Surviving Sandra besides her husband, Gilbert are two daughters, Michaela (Lynn) Wirick of West Unity, Ohio and Patricia (Richard) Dahl of Beaver Dam, Wis.; two sons, Daniel Emens of Waldron and Gilbert AJ (Kathleen) Emens II of Camden; stepfather, Harold Dunn of Lake James, Ind.; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Sandra will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. Interment will follow in Prattville Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to the Arthritis Foundation or Hillsdale Community Health Center. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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POWELL, Ohio — Scott D. Fee, age 40, of Powell, Ohio, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008. Scott was a 1985 graduate of Coldwater High School. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Packaging Engineering from Michigan State University and Masters of Business Administration from the University of Michigan. Scott was Vice President of supply chain management with Mettler of Toledo. He was an active member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. He is survived by wife, Julie; children, Austin, Tyler, Nick and Alexa; parents, Clifford and LaJane Fee; brother, Brian (Mary) Fee and their children Hannah and Olivia; aunt and uncle, Belinda and Phil Smathers; cousin, Corena and Tim Wilkins; special sister-in-law, Sharon (Mark) Montague and their children Steve, Jenna and Alex; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bud and Marion Myers and other extended family members. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 10700 Liberty Rd., Powell, with Fr. Jeff J. Rimelspach, Celebrant. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Schoedinger Worthington Chapel,  6699 N. High St. (1/2 mile south of 270), where a prayer service will be held at 5:30 p.m. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery. Visit www.schoedinger.com to send online condolences to the family. |
Additional information has been received for Scott Edward Yoakum, 80, of Monroe, who died Nov. 7, 2008. He enlisted in the United States Army on April 18, 1946 and served honorably as a corporal. |
Sherianne Gebauer, 61 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Tuesday November 11, 2008 in her home. A certified dog groomer, she had worked at Hair Haven Dog Grooming on Secor Rd. |
TUBBS MICHAEL S |
at the R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia Sunday 2-8 p.m. and Monday from 10:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 11 a.m. at Ward Presbyterian Church, 40000 W. 6 Mile Rd., Northville. Memorials may be directed to Transport for Christ International or a charity of your choice. Please sign Mike's online guest book at |
Tuesday, November 11, 2008 1:17 PM |
BESSEMER, Mich. -- Theresa A. Corona, 92, of Bessemer, died Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, in Wakefield. |
WILLIAMS, Thomas Joseph "Tom" - Age 57, died Sunday, November 9, 2008 at his residence. Funeral Services will be held 4PM Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc Twp., Pastor Robert Leming officiating. Visitation will be 1PM Thursday until the time of service. Memorial donations may be made to Shriner Children's Fund. Tom was born September 19, 1951 in Flint, the son of Howard and Elizabeth (Smith) Williams. He was a graduate of Northwestern High School and had been employed by General Motors as a custodian until his retirement in 2000. Tom enjoyed the outdoors, especially bow hunting and was excellent at crossword puzzles. He was an animal lover, particularly his two cats, Little Boy and Smokey. Surviving are his son, Adam Howard Williams (Sara) of Warren; daughter, Holly Marie Williams of Flushing; 2 grandchildren, Amber Rose and Cora Leone Williams; 3 brothers, Bob of West Branch, Jim (Sally) of Grand Blanc, Jerry (Paula) of Swartz Creek; sisters, Sue Williams of Burton, Sandy Williams of Grand Blanc, Sherry Airgood (James) of Swartz Creek, Mary Sergent (Dennis) of Flushing. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant son, Tommy Joe. Online condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
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LAKE GENEVA, Wis. — Clare Louise Stock, 91, passed away of natural causes on Nov. 13, 2008, in Lake Geneva, Wis. Clare was born in Boyne City on July 2, 1917, to Almond and Hazel (Spencer) Couturier. She married Edward A Stock on April 10, 1942. She worked as a hostess for Stouffer's restaurant in Detroit and Milliken's Department Store in Traverse City. She loved to paint, loved to dance and loved being a wife, mother and "Nanny".She is survived by her sister, Joan (Couturier) Korson; her daughters, Toby (Stock) Maes and Sandy (Stock) Barker; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Eddie; her parents, Almond Sr. and Hazel; her brothers, Spencer and Almond Jr. A memorial service was held on Nov. 14, 2008, in Lake Geneva, Wis. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Aurora VNA Hospice Lake Geneva branch."Lift up your heart and share with me — God wanted me now. He set me free." |
VAHRATIAN FLORENCE |
Age 82. Nov. 14, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Samuel. Dearest mother of Robert (Nora) Vahratian, Arthur (Annette) Vahratian. Loving grandmother of Mara, Evan, Alyssa, Audrey. Dear sister of Virginia Chilingerian, the late Jacob "Jake" (Betty) Erkiledian, the late Josephine Merhafyan. Sister-in-law of Alex (the late Virginia) Ossian. Also survived by nieces, nephews, Godchildren, relatives and friends. A Memorial Dinner in Celebration of her Life will be held Sunday, November 16, 2008, at 3:00pm in St. John Veterans Building, 22001 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield. Memorial tributes to either AGBU Soup Kitchens in Armenia, or Gleaners Community Food Bank. Arrangements by SIMON JAVIZIAN FUNERAL HOME, 248-626-7815. Internet Condolences for the family may be sent to: SJavizian@msn.com |
WATT DANIEL B |
Saturday 1-9 p.m. and Sunday 12-9 p.m. Rosary Sunday 5 p.m. Funeral Monday 11:30 a.m. at Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren. |
WIEGAND DIANE M |
Beloved wife of Michael. Dearest mother of Ryan and Scott. Loving daughter of Eugene and Jessie. Beloved sister of Gary, Nancy and Donna. Also survived by many sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. Visitaiton Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 3 p.m. Rosary at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (N.W. corner of 18 and Ryan). Mass of the Christian Burial Monday at 10:30 a.m. at SS. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church. Mrs Wiegand will lie in state at church from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass. View obituary and share memories at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com |
Wilmer D. (Bill) Mack, age 79 of Maybee, passed away at 5:25 AM, Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Fountainview of Monroe following a lengthy illness. He was born in London Township, Michigan March 12, 1929 to Edward and Loretta (Baum) Mack. |
YOUNG KATHERINE I |
4-9 p.m. Sunday and Rosary 7 p.m. Sunday at Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Interment in Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. Memorial donations to the family. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com. |
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