Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Michigan Obituaries 12/03/08


 


 


 

Agnes M. Stump March 20, 1926-Nov. 30, 2008

Agnes M. Stump, 82 of Monroe, died at 2:10 p.m. Sunday at Mercy Memorial Hospital's Emergency Room. She had been in poor health for 10 years.


 


 

Agnes M. Stump Nov. 30, 2008

Agnes M. Stump, 82, of Monroe died Sunday at Mercy Memorial Hospital's Emergency Room.


 


 

Albert Joseph Murphy

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Aletha Frantom

Friday, November 28, 2008 3:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Aletha Frantom, 86, of Jonesville, passed away Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008, at her home. She was born March 30, 1922 in Hillsdale to James and Lottie (Eachues) Sindecuse. She was married Nov. 10, 1940 to Rex Frantom and he survives. Aletha had worked for the Hillsdale municipal court system and later helped her husband Rex run the family egg business. She was a graduate of Hillsdale High School and a longtime resident of the Hillsdale area, wintering in Lake Placid, Florida. She was a member of the Hillsdale First United Methodist Church and former member of the United Methodist Women. Surviving besides her husband Rex, of 68 years are a daughter, Sandy (Dennis) Foust of Hillsdale; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two daughters-in-law, Sharon Frantom of Holiday, Fla. and Jessanna Frantom of Jonesville. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sons, Jim and Tom. Funeral services for Aletha Frantom will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Curtis Jensen officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Hillsdale First United Methodist Church or the charity of the donor's choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Alice Eleanor Mae Manley

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Alice Eleanor Mae Manley, nee Everlove, age 77, of Tecumseh, passed away late Monday evening, Dec. 1, 2008, at Provincial House of Adrian, where she had been a resident for about a year. Alice was an inspirational, life-long optimist who fought a courageous 15-year battle against serious medical problems that would have defeated a lesser spirit. Alice was born on Feb. 25, 1931, in Ypsilanti, Mich., the only daughter of Bernhard and Eleanor Renton Everlove. Her father was a gifted foundry engineer who was highly respected for his innovative work with aluminum mold and sand castings. Her mother was a life-long businesswoman, who excelled in retailing and was well known in Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor as the manager of the children’s department at Jacobson’s.  During the Great Depression, when Alice was a baby, her father moved the family to Bermuda in hopes of finding work. He found a job in retail and was a correspondent for the Royal Gazette & Colonist Daily newspaper. Her mother owned and managed a guest house in Somerset, Bermuda. Two brothers, Thomas and Victor were born on the island.  The Everlove children enjoyed an idyllic childhood. Alice’s children and grandchildren loved to hear her tell stories about the family’s life in Bermuda. She had a special gift for telling these stories  In 1985, she visited Bermuda with her daughters, Mary and Vickie, who were privileged to visit all the places described in the stories and to meet some of their mother’s childhood friends. In 1942, the Everlove family returned to the states so that Alice’s father could resume his career as a foundry man. The family settled in the Detroit area, eventually moving to Tecumseh when Alice was in high school. At Tecumseh High School, Alice met her soul mate and the great love of her life, Charles Manley. They were married on Aug. 26, 1948, at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Tecumseh. This past August, Alice and Charlie celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.  Charlie unexpectedly died on Sept. 29, 2008. Alice never fully recovered from this great loss. Alice was a loving wife and gifted homemaker but her greatest talent was motherhood. Together, she and Charlie raised three girls, two boys and a grandson. Alice raised each one of her children to be strong, independent, confident individuals. She took great pride in each of her children’s unique personalities and different successes. Her hard work as a mother of six was rewarded with the gift of six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  Following the birth of her three youngest children, Alice also worked outside of the home. She began as an Avon lady, was the assistant manager at the Tecumseh Products cafeteria and retired as a cashier at the Kroger store. Her beautiful smile and genuine interest in people helped her form long-lasting friendships with her colleagues and customers. People were often willing to stand in long lines to go through her check-out station. The last year of Alice’s life was challenging for her and her family. The family is deeply indebted to the skilled, kind and caring employees of the Provincial House of Adrian who helped Alice maintain her dignity and quality of life. They patiently met her needs with genuine, professional care. The family also would like to acknowledge the comfort that Alice and the family received from the Hospice of Lenawee during the last week of her life. Alice is survived by her five children, Victoria Manley of Naperville, Ill., Kathryn Manley of Grand Rapids, Mich., James (Erva) Manley of Tecumseh, Mary (Bryan) Koebbe of Adrian, Robert Manley of Tecumseh and the grandson she raised, Richard Manley (Patti) of Sycamore, Ill. Other survivors include her half brother, Edsell Page (Maxine) of Prescott, Ariz.; brother Thomas Everlove (Lillian) of  Grosse Ile, Mich.; grandchildren, Maryalice Nick, Charles (Chuck) Manley, Michael Koebbe, William Koebbe, Brian Manley and Rennea Turner; five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother  Victor Everlove. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. 2008, at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Tecumseh, with Rev. Robin Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee, 415 Mill Road, Adrian, MI 49221. Condolences to the family may be made online at  www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Anna Wiklanski

Anna Wiklanski of Bay Shore passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. 


 


 

Arthur L. Steinman 

Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. 


 


 

BARRETT PAUL J 

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BEHRMANN BELLE 

Beloved wife of the late Jack Behrmann. Dear mother of William (Jane) Behrmann and Rosanne (Dr. Arthur) Cherkinsky. Devoted grandmother of Marcy Behrmann Frank, Rebecca (Joshua Rubin) Behrmann, Simon Behrmann, Jeffrey Cherkinsky, and Lorri Cherkinsky. Proud great-grandmother of Samuel Jacob Frank, Elana Jean Frank, Amelie Violette Behrmann Rubin. Cherished sister of the late Harry (Helen) Katzman, the late Gail (the late Mike) Gutin, and the late Joseph Katzman. Dear sister-in-law of the late Dorothy (the late Webster) DeClark, the late Hilda (the late Jack) Reed, the late Nizzette Behrmann, and the late Ruth (the late Samuel) Fuhr. SERVICES 10:30 THURSDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT MACHPELAH CEMETERY.


 


 

BONDY NORMAN P 

Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary 7:00 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover), Warren. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Liturgy 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 32000 Mound Road, Warren. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com


 


 

BROWN SYLVIA 

Beloved wife for 62 years of the late Harry Brown. Dear mother of Abby (Neal) Pook, Barry (Christine) Brown, and the late Sandra Ann Brown. Devoted grandmother of Jessica and Thomas McCarthy, Lesley Pook, Robert Pook and fiancee, Vivian Ivey. Proud great-grandmother of Cait and Michael McCarthy. Cherished sister of Jerry (Renee) Gerger and the late Irving (Miriam) Gerger. Sister-in-law of Joseph (Geri) Brown and also survived by loving nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a world of friends who became family. SERVICES 1:30 P.M. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT AT HEBREW MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY.


 


 

BUBLAVI MARY HELEN 

Thursday 3-8 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot, Roseville. Funeral Friday 11 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. Share a memory with the family at 


 


 

BUHL HOWARD SMITH SR 

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BUSHA SALLY LEE 

Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth. (between Sheldon and Beck). Memorial contributions suggested to St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Cancer Care Office of Development, PO Box 995, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. To share a memory with the family, please visit


 


 

Barbara R. Newton June 5, 1943-Nov. 29, 2008

Barbara R. Newton, age 65, of Rockwood died on Saturday, November 29, 2008 in Trenton, Michigan. 


 


 

Barbara S. Westra

Friday, November 28, 2008 8:45 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Barbara S. Westra, 77, of Sturgis, Mich., went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday Nov. 28, 2008, at the Halifax Health Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Fla. She was born Dec. 6, 1930, in Indiantown, SC, a daughter to Gilbert Clyde and Cassie Thompson. Barbara had resided in Sturgis for the past 48 years coming from Minnesota. Her early life was spent in South Carolina and she graduated from Indiantown High School with the class of 1949. On Feb. 18, 1961, she married John H. Westra in Athens, Ga. He died March 29, 2005. Following over 10 years of dedicated employment, Barbara retired from the Sturgis Hospital where she had been employed as a dietary technician. Before joining the Sturgis Hospital she had worked for many years at the Continental Can Company. She was a member of the Sturgis Baptist Church and she enjoyed attending the Super 60’s activities and playing golf. She is survived by one son, John (Teresa) Westra of Sturgis; two daughters, Bev (Jeff) Lung of Sturgis and Cathy (Doug) Baker of Sturgis; three step-daughters, Janet (Steve) Lague of South Dartmouth, Mass., Pat (Joe) Johnson of Valley Lee, Md. and Deb Coker of Marcellus; 11 grandchildren, John, Bruce, Shelby, Cassie, Matt, Tom, Nate, Seth, Curt, Dylan and April; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Harry Lee Holden of Chester, SC, and Pat (Mac) Johnson of Camden, SC; one brother, G.C. Thompson of Stapleton, Ala.; and several nieces and nephews. Her parents; husband; two grandchildren,  Jeremy Keeslar and Johnnie Jent Jr.; four sisters, Mae Thompson, Jackie Pinckney, Jo Brown and Johnnie Lockhart; and one brother, Lester Thompson preceded her in death. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday and 2-4 p.m. and 6-8p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Barbara S. Westra will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Sturgis Baptist Church. The Rev. Paul Delmark will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Westra’s memory consider the Sturgis Baptist Church, 26268 W. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.Legacy.com.


 


 

Bernard Schumann

Schumann, Bernard J. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Sunday, November 30, 2008, at Covenant - Cooper at the age of 82 years. A full obituary will be published in Tuesday's edition of the news. Arrangements by W.L. Case & Company. www.casefuneralhome.com


 


 

Bernice D. Allen

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 1:24 PM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Bernice D. Allen, 88, of Ironwood, died peacefully early Sunday morning, Nov. 30, 2008, surrounded by her family, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Bessie Marie Roe Aug. 14, 1918-Nov. 29, 2008

Bessie Marie Roe, 90 yrs, of Deerfield, passed away quietly, Saturday evening, surrounded by all her children, to join her husband of 66 yrs, who passed away this August. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11 Am to 2 PM, at St.


 


 

Bessie Roe Nov. 29, 2008

Bessie Roe, 90, of Deerfield died Saturday in Blissfield Place, Blissfield. 


 


 

Bob Seames Lapeer Bob Seames, age 82, a lifetime resident of Lapeer passed away Sunday (November 30, 2008). He was born December 27, 1925 in Detroit, MI to (the late) Ernest and Marguerite Seames. He loyally served in the United States Army for two terms during World War II and the Korean War. Bob had found true love in his late wife, Yvonne also a lifetime Lapeer resident. He worked for several years at the Lapeer Post Office. He is most known for his sales position at Lapeer Hardware from which he later retired from. Bob found a great deal of enjoyment in bowling and horseshoes. He also enjoyed playing cards and was an avid sports fan. He is survived by his children, Mike Seames, Wendy (Gary) Garner, Patti Michael, Terri (Bridget) Seames and Dawn Angle; 15 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Yvonne; granddaughter, Jessica Garner; son-in-law, Dale Michael. Memorials to Suncrest Auxiliary are greatly appreciated. Funeral ser

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Byron Taylor Goodrich Byron Taylor, age 73, of Goodrich, passed away Thursday (November 27, 2008) at Genesys Hospice Care Center. Byron was born in Metamora, MI on July 30, 1935, the son of the late Paul and Laura (Derby) Taylor. He retired from GM in 1985. Byron is survived by his special friend, Myrt Taylor; children, Richard (Sue), Jeff (Pam), Janna Shelby, Chris (Tammy); many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Frank. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time. Please share your thoughts with the family at

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CASWELL JOHN MARSHALL 

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CHAMULAK JOYCE E 

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CHORBA MARY PUTANKO 

Thursday 2-9 p.m., Rosary 7 p.m., at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale (1½ blks west of Woodward) and Friday 9:30 a.m. until Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, Ferndale. Interment White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Memorial donations to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607. www.spauldingcurtin.com


 


 

CIONI KATHERINE 

Friday from 11:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass Noon at St. Teresa of Avila, 12255 Frazho Road, Warren. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share your special thoughts and memories at 


 


 

CORRIN THOMAS EDWARD 

Age 53, passed away on December 1, 2008. Tom was born on September 15, 1955 in Detroit to Edward and Joanne Corrin. Tom belonged to many clubs including; Tommy C's Off Road and Southern Michigan Rock Crawlers. He was the devoted husband to Michelle, loving father to Claire, Timothy, Jonathon Corrin, Tom and Richard Gladwin. Also surviving are siblings, Vince (Paula), Joanne (Danny), Kathy (George) and Lillian. Preceding him in death are his parents and brother, Mike Corrin. A Healing Farewell will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Lamb Chapel in Howell. Memorial contributions are suggested to The Corrin Children. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home on Friday where the family will gather with friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Please leave a Message of Comfort to Tom's family by calling 877-231-7900 or sign his guestbook at


 


 

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.


 


 

Charles "Chuck" Curtiss Lapeer Charles "Chuck" Curtiss, age 72, a lifetime resident of Lapeer, passed away Sunday (November 30, 2008). He was born August 10, 1936 to Sumner and Emma Mae (Firman) Curtiss. He married Lori Pennock. Chuck graduated from Lapeer High School, Class of 1955. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Chuck worked for General Motors, Plant Protection for 14 years. He was a City of Lapeer Policeman for 42 years, retiring in 1998. He was a member of the Civil Air Patrol, the Blue Knights, Goodfellows and Michigan Ultra Light Association (MULA). Chuck enjoyed hunting, fishing, and flying. He was helping others all the time. Chuck was the "Good Old Town Cop" who knew everyone by name. He is survived by his wife, Lori Curtiss of Lapeer; daughters, Tawnya (David) Stock of Davison; Tammee Hinton of Ocee, FL, Dawn (Randy) Heidtman of Columbiaville. 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchild; siblings, Rex (Edith) Curtiss of Lapeer, Alice Huffman of Dura

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Christopher Scott Almont Christopher Scott, age 34, of Almont, passed away suddenly Wednesday (November 26, 2008) in Capac. He was born October 13, 1974 in Lapeer to James S. and Carol Scott. Christopher had worked at Keihn Automotive an automobile supplier, as a press operator for the past year. He also worked for Wellington/Ligon's in Almont and Romeo Rim for 10 years. He is survived by his daughters, Summer Scott of Lapeer and Maya Scott of Capac; his mother, Carol Scott of Almont; brothers, Timothy Scott of St. Louis, MI, Todd (Kelly) Scott of Imlay City and James (Beverly) Scott of Lapeer; sisters, Shelly (Gary) Toles of Lapeer, Sherry (Brian) Skalski of Lapeer and Shawna (Darren) Patch of Madison, IN; 12 nieces, nephews and one great-nephew. He was preceded in death by his father, James S. Scott in 1987. Memorial contributions may be made to the Scott Family at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, 225 N Main St. Imlay City, MI 48444. Funeral services were held Monday (De

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Clarence Hunt

Hunt, Clarence Willard "Bill" Midland, Michigan Age 74, died Thursday morning, November 27, 2008 at his home. He was born August 10, 1934 in Saginaw, the son of the late John Willard and Ethel (Ferguson) Hunt. There will be a gathering time for Bill's family and friends on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Chapel, 1200 W. Wheeler Street, Midland. A complete obituary is available online at waresmith woolever.com or call (989) 631-2292.


 


 

Cornelius J. Volmering 1918-2008 Cornelius J. Volmering, 90, Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at the Harbor Beach Hospital. He was born on May 29, 1918 in Ruth, to the late William and Theresa (Guitar) Volmering. He married Evelyn Artman on November 15, 1939 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Helena. She preceded him in death on November 5, 2007. Cornelius was a graduate of Sts. Peter & Paul Elementary School. He farmed many years. He was employed at Midwest Rubber of Deckerville as a machinist for a few years. He retired from General Cable Company of Cass City in 1980. He was a parishioner at Sts. Peter & Paul where he was an usher for 30 years and a member of the church committee. Cornelius was a member of the Farm Bureau for 50 years. He enjoyed playing cards, working on the general elections and being a member of the Board of Review for Sherman Township. He is survived by his five children, Ronald (Jane) Volmering Sr., Harbor Beach, Sharon (Larry) Mausolf, Harbor Beach, Robert (Carol) Volmering, Ellijay, Ga., Elaine (Maurice) Williamson, Vassar and Paul (Dennise) Volmering, Pinckney; 11 grandchildren, Heidi (Don) Zoll, Jill (Dean) Laitinen, Ron (Terri) Volmering Jr., Helen (Tom) Masters, Daniel (Kim) Mausolf, Marie (Joe) Cass, Richard (Lisa) Mausolf, Adam (Jen) Volmering, Amy (Paul) Muller, Scott (Jennifer) Williamson and Korina Williamson; two step-grandchildren, Zachrey (Holly) Schwartz and Heather (John) McKinzie; 20 great-grandchildren, Veronica, Don Jr. and Matthew Zoll, Audrey and Adrianne Laurila, Emily and Austin Volmering, Justin, Sarah and Nicole Masters, Jennifer, Alycia, Anne, Isabel, Nathen and Evelyn Mausolf, Vincent, Cass and Chrysantha Volmering and Alyson Muller; four step great-grandchildren, Sarah and Patrick McKinzie, Carter Schwartz and Dawson Laitinen; two sisters, Elizabeth Geiger, Harbor Beach and Irene Holdwick, Ruth; two sisters-in-law, Margaret Volmering, Bad Axe and Florence Roberts, Ruth; two brothers-in-law, Stanley Artman, Sarasota, Fla. and Norman (Faye) Artman, Port Huron. He was preceded in death by four brothers, William (Anna) Volmering, Vincent (Alvina) Volmering, Alexander (Theresa) Volmering and Aloysius Volmering; one sister, Mary (Bernard) Gentner; in-laws, Mary Wipping, Robert Wipping, Bernard Roberts, Esther Artman, Lula Artman, Raymond, Joseph and Clarence Artman, Clements Geiger and Robert Holdwick. Funeral mass was held on Monday, December 1, 2008 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. Rev. Robert Pare, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly.

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D'AMICO ANNA JEAN 

Of Seabrook, TX, formerly of Berkley, MI, died November 19, 2008, at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Alfonse. Loving mother of Marilyn (Charles) Newell, Daniel (Ann), Richard (Saja), Jean (George) Williams and Albert (Maria). Dear sister of Gail Richardson, Carol Montiville and the late Patricia Mullins, Charles "Ted" Ashton, James Ashton, Daniel Ashton and Mary Woltz. Proud grandmother of nine and great grandmother of nine. Also survived by her caregiver and loving friend, Loraine Pinnock. Memorial visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday 10 a.m. at National Shrine of the Little Flower, Royal Oak. Memorials to the hospice of donor's choice appreciated. Share your memories at


 


 

DAVIDSON JOHN L 

"JACK" December 1, 2008. Age 72, peacefully at home in Troy. Retired co-owner and manufacturer's representative for Air Systems Sales. Beloved husband of Patricia L. (nee. Miller) for 50 years. Dear father of Stephen J. (Polly), Leanne C. James (David), and John A. (Heidi). Grandfather of Robert, Elizabeth, Jack, Kylie, Max, and Finn. Brother of Dr. Judith Pickles. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile), Sunday 2-5 p.m. Memorial service Monday 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 1589 W. Maple Rd., Birmingham. Memorial tributes to Kanzius Cancer, , 915 State St., Erie, PA 16501 or Brain, , 124 Watertown St., Ste 2D, Watertown, MA 02472. View obituary and share memories at


 


 

David M. Wampler Jr. March 6, 1950-Nov. 25, 2008

David M. Wampler Jr died unexpectedly Tuesday November 25, 2008. 


 


 

Donald F. Nation July 28, 1942-Nov. 24, 2008

Donald F. Nation, Sr., age 66, a 24 year resident of Pasadena, MD, died on Nov. 24, 2008 at the Baltimore Washington Medical Center after a brief illness.


 


 

Donald Ihrman, 83

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 1:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donald Ihrman, age 83, of Holland, died peacefully Tuesday, December 2, 2008.  Born in Holland, Don served in the U.S. Navy before graduating from Hope College and Western Michigan University.  Following teaching jobs in Muskegon, Benton Harbor, and Paw Paw, Don returned to Holland after accepting the position of Superintendent of Holland Public Schools in 1964.  After 21 years of service, he retired in 1985. Don was a member of Third Reformed Church, and was active in the community by serving on numerous boards.   He was widely recognized for his contributions to education and to the community.  Don is survived by his wife of 56 years, Lynne; children, Laurel Ihrman, David Ihrman, Claire (Tim) Vogelzang; two grandchildren, Hunter and Charity Ihrman; stepbrothers, Howard and Arthur Langeland; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be  at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 6 at Third Reformed Church, 111 W. 13th St., Holland with Revs. William Unzicker and Kama Jongerius officiating.  Visitation will be at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland on Friday from 3:00-6:00 p.m.   Burial in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Memorials may be made to:   Third Reformed Church or The Salvation Army.   An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.


 


 

Dori L. Carder July 26, 1976-Nov. 30, 2008

Dori L. Carder, 32, of Monroe, died at 5:35 a.m. Sunday in her parents home. She had been ill for 16 months and seriously ill for 3 weeks.


 


 

Dori L. Carder Nov. 30, 2008

Dori L. Carder, 32, of Monroe died at 5 a.m. Sunday in her mother's home. 


 


 

Doris M. Wiltse 1922-2008 Doris M. Wiltse, Sebewaing, 86, died Friday, November 21, 2008 at her home following a three-month illness. She was born March 31, 1922 in Saginaw, daughter of the late William W. and Edith (Koehler) Duant. She was a 1939 graduate of Saginaw High School and later attended Central Michigan University. She was united in marriage to Charles Wiltse on November 8, 1947 in Saginaw. Doris was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid, Lutheran Women's Missionary League and the Bible class. She enjoyed playing bridge and especially enjoyed her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Charles; three sons, Scott (Beverly) Wiltse, David (Pamela) Wiltse and Robert (Linda) Wiltse, all of Sebewaing; six grandchildren, Stephanie (Bradley) Osantowski, Ryan (Carrie) Wiltse, Laura (Dale) Abke, Nicole (Kevin) Sherretz, Charles Wiltse and Adam Wiltse; three great-grandchildren, Benjamin Abke, Madison Sherretz and Elliot Wiltse; five step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Heather Wiltse. Funeral services were held on Monday, November 24, 2008 at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Rev. Daniel Hahn officiated, with burial in the church cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Immanuel Lutheran Church, McLaren Visiting Nurses Association, Stephen Ministries or the donor's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing.

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Douglas J. Stanke

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:24 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Douglas J. Stanke, 67, passed away Nov. 29, 2008. Memorial Service, 11 a.m. Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Clark Lake, Mich. Arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Edna Ann Krompetz

Mrs. Krompetz, 89, of Deland, passed away at University Center East following a lingering illness. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on Jan. 23, 1919 to the late William and Anna (Hess) Lange. She came to the Gladwin area in 1940 and married William Krompetz on May 13, 1940. He preceded her in death on July 5, 1968. They operated a family farm on Nickless Rd. Edna was former member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.


 


 

Edris E. Murray

Tuesday, November 18, 2008 7:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Edris E. Murray, 87, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born July 21, 1921 in Montpelier, Ohio to Rex and Florence (Samm) Delcamp. She was married April 19, 1947 in Angola, Ind. to Dow Murray and he survives. Edris was the former owner of Parisian Beauty Salon in Hillsdale. She was a graduate of Pittsford High School in 1939, valedictorian of her class.  She attended Riggs Beauty School.  She was past president and member of the Lady Elks, member of Hillsdale Business and Professional Women, the Hillsdale Community Theater and member of the National Hair Dressers Association. Surviving besides her husband Dow of 61 years are three sons, Jeff (Shirley) Haskins of Emory, Texas, Jon (Diane) Murray of Bradenton, Fla. and Jerre Murray of Sarasota, Fla; daughter, Jill Langs of Hillsdale; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Edwin Delcamp of Maumee, Ohio and Stuart (Judy) Delcamp of Punta Gorda, Fla. She was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Walter “Pat” Haskins and two grandchildren, Jaime and Jared Langs. Funeral services for Edris Murray will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Litchfield. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Medical Care Facility. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Edward H. Krause

Edward H. Krause, 87, of Port Austin died Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Saginaw.


 


 

Edward Negele Sr.

Edward J. Negele Sr., 69, of Ludington, died Friday, Nov. 28 at Memorial Medical Center. He was born July 29, 1939 in Ludington. He was married to Mary Lou Myers and she preceded him in death in 1985.... 


 


 

Emma June Carr

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 4:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Emma June Carr, 88, of rural Sherwood, passed away Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Visitations will be Wednesday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon. Funeral services will be Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.


 


 

Emma 'June' Carr

Monday, December 1, 2008 8:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Emma “June” Carr, 88, of rural Sherwood, Mich., went home peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008, at the Community Health Center of Branch County in Coldwater after a short illness.  June was born Sept. 12, 1920, in Sherwood Township, a daughter of the late Pearl and Ethel (Durfee) Jackson. She graduated from Colon High School with the class of 1939 and later attended Michigan State University.  On Sept. 27, 1940, she married William A. Carr in Defiance, Ohio.  He preceded her in death on April 1, 2003.  In 1946 June and William purchased the Carr Family Farm and had made it their lifelong home.  She was a homemaker and enjoyed all sorts of hobbies, including painting and most recently spinning wool.  Most important were her friends and family, especially at Christmas time.  June had attended the Athens United Methodist Church.  Surviving are five sons, Roger W. Carr of Colon, Robert R. (Ginger) Carr of Battle Creek, David H. (Kay) Carr of Sherwood, Terry L. (Cheryl) Carr of Sherwood and Michael J. Carr of Sherwood; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.  Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Thomas L. Carr in 1982; a grandson, Scott D. Carr in 1986; and three brothers, Leon, Lewis and Wayne Jackson.  The Family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Schipper Funeral Home Ltd. in Colon.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Emma (June) Carr will be at 11 a.m. Thursday from the funeral home with  Pastor Sandy J. Gastian of the Athens United Methodist Church and Rev. David Porter of the Colon Church of Christ officiating.  Burial will follow at Burr Oak Cemetery in Athens. If desired, the family suggests memorials be made in memory of June to the Athens United Methodist Church.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.


 


 

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.


 


 

Frank Palermo Harbor Beach Frank Palermo, age 19, of Harbor Beach (formerly of Imlay City) passed away suddenly Friday (November 28, 2008) due to a car accident. He was born June 16, 1989 in Tucson, Arizona to Frank Palermo and Marlo Gordon. Frank was a graduate of Imlay City High School Class of 2008. He is survived by his mother, Marlo (Patrick) VanSimaeys of Imlay City; father, Frank Palermo of Harbor Beach; brothers, Lance Palermo of Farmington Hills and Nicholas VanSimaeys of Richmond; sisters, Taylor Palermo of Imlay City, Shay Palermo, of Imlay City, and Samantha VanSimaeys of Richmond; grandparents, Joan and Joseph A. Santana of Mexico and Cora Ann Gordon of Port Huron. Funeral services were held Tuesday (December 2, 2008) at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Imlay City. Pastor Alan Casillas officiated. Arrangements by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Imlay City.

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Fred W. Widger Kingston Fred W. Widger, age 72, of Kingston passed away Sunday (November 30, 2008) in his home. He was born February 19, 1936 in Marlette to A. "Fay" and Edna Kathleen (Garrett) Widger. He married Juanita Merle Ross on September 26, 1959 in Marlette. Fred was a lifelong dairy farmer until 1977 when he sold the cows and began a job with Kingston Community Schools. He worked there until his retirement in 1997. He was a member of the Clifford Lions Club and the Michigan Milk Producers Association. Fred loved to deer hunt. He enjoyed camping and wood working, making many treasures for his family. He loved to have family near and especially loved Sunday dinners when the entire family gathered to share a meal and each other's company. He is survived by his wife, Juanita; children, Tracy (Lorn Harneck) Smith of Kingston, Jeff (Loretha) Widger of Lacey, WA, Brad (Ginny) Widger of New Hudson, Amy (Tim) Barden of Kingston, Rob (Patricia) Widger of Fenton; grandc

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G. Brazier

BRAZIER, G. Victor - Age 90, of Flint Twp., died Friday, November 28, 2008 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 12 PM Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. Interment will follow at Sunset Hills Cemetery where veteran's honors will be performed under the auspices of Swartz Creek VFW/AmVets Post #3720. Visitation will be held 6-8 PM Sunday and 12-4 and 6-8 PM Monday at the funeral home. A VFW memorial service will be held 7 PM Monday evening. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Salvation Army. Mr. Brazier was born January 14, 1918 in Flint, the son of George and Maud (Cook) Brazier. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Army. Mr. Brazier married Thressa Belle Dunsmore on June 26, 1946 in Angola, IN and she preceded him in death on March 5, 2002. Mr. Brazier retired from Buick Motor Company in 1978 after 41 1/2 years of service. He was a member of the Salvation Army, Durand Eagles, Swartz Creek VFW # 3720, the American Legion and Am Vets. Surviving are: two daughters, Vicki and husband, William Tilley of Swartz Creek, Pamela and husband, Arthur Seymour of Flint; son, Kevin Brazier and wife, Mary of Swartz Creek; six grandchildren, Amy LaForest of Imlay City, Joseph Tilley of Swartz Creek, Heather Seymour and husband, Jake Huber of Haslett, Jennifer Seymour of Flint, Krystal and husband, Kyle Rife of Montgomery, IL, Ryan Brazier of Flint; six great-grandchildren, Lukas, Trevor and Preston Rife, Joshua Woodley, Marlene and Justin Huber; brother, Howard Leslie Brazier and wife, Dorothy of FL. He was also preceded in death by: granddaughter, Angela Brazier. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Gary S. Hoffman

Monday, December 1, 2008 12:59 PM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Gary S. Hoffman, 55, of Ontonagon, passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital.


 


 

Geneva M. Dixon

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:28 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Geneva M. Dixon, age 85, of St. Joseph died Nov. 20, 2008, at Country Manor Care Center, Bridgman. Burial has taken place at White County Memorial Gardens, Searcy, Ark., under the direction of Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home, Searcy, Ark. Local arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

George Knickerbocker

KNICKERBOCKER, GEORGE W. - Age 76, of Clark Lake, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2008 at Battle Creek Health System in Battle Creek. He was born on March 29, 1932 in Michigan Center, Michigan to Elden L. and Bernice Florence (Prine) Knickerbocker. He married Opal Charlene Stiverson on May 2, 1953 in Wheatland Township, Hillsdale County, Michigan, and she survives. George was raised in the Michigan Center and Springport area. He lived the past 53 years at Clark Lake. He graduated from Eaton Rapids High School in 1950. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the United States Navy from 1953 - 1955. He graduated from the National Radio Institute in Washington D.C. George was employed as a machinist at Clark Equipment in Jackson for 30 years, retiring in 1981. He also was a T.V. repairman for over 50 years. He was a member of the Heart O'Lakes United Brethren In Christ Church in Brooklyn and the AARP. George enjoyed moped riding, traveling with his family, gardening, jig saw woodworking and ushering in church. He was also an artist of cartoon characters. Surviving besides his wife, Charlene, are one son, Roger (Deborah) Knicker-bocker of Parma; one daughter, Helen (Efren) Paredes of Battle Creek; four grandchildren, Nicki (Mitch) Taylor and Taryn (Michael) Barlow; two great-grandchildren, Jessica and Briana Wandel; one brother, Elden R. "Nick" (Shirley) Knickerbocker of Eaton Rapids; sister-in-laws, Joyce Foster of Addison, Naomi Underhill of Tuscon, AZ; nephews, nieces and cousins. His parents and two grandchildren, Gary Wandel and Jeremy Knickerbocker, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at the Heart O'Lakes United Brethren In Christ Church in Brooklyn with Pastor Milan Maybee officiating. Burial will take place at Norvell Cemetery, Norvell Township, Jackson County, Michigan. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison and one hour before the Funeral service at Heart O'Lakes United Brethren In Christ Church. Memorials can be given to the Heart O'Lakes United Brethren In Christ Church. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com. www.MLive.com/obits


 


 

George Ramirez, 84

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 12:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

George “Corky” Ramirez, age 84, of Zeeland, died Monday, December 1, 2008, at Holland Hospital. George was born, raised and spent most of his life in Sacramento, California.  He was a graduate of Sacramento High School in 1942. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1942, and was a veteran of the Normandy Campaign. Corky played semi-pro baseball after serving in the U.S. Army for the Oroville Olives.  He served as a fire fighter at Station #6 for the City of Sacramento for over 30 years.  In 1994, Corky suffered a debilitating stroke and moved to Holland in 1998 to be closer to his son, Michael, and family. He was the first resident at Appledorn Living Center in Holland, MI. His family includes his wife, Laurie Ramirez; sons, Michael and Molly Ramirez of Holland, Thomas Ramirez of Sacramento; grandchildren, Erin, Ryan; brothers, Manuel Ramirez of Sacramento, Frank and Sue Ramirez of Sacramento, Joseph and Sunni Ramirez of Sacramento; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.         Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, December 5, 2008 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church with Father Phillip Nguyen officiating. Visiting will be 2-4 and 7-9 Thursday at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 295 Douglas Ave.  Memorial contributions may be made to Christian Brother High School in Sacramento, CA, 4315 M L King Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to sign Corky's online registry, share a photo, or read his life story.  


 


 

Geraldine E. 'Jerrie' Burdeau

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 1:23 PM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Geraldine E. "Jerrie" Burdeau, 95, of Ironwood, died Saturday evening, Nov. 29, 2008, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Geraldine Ruth (Tyack) McDonald

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 1:21 PM

TONKA BAY, Minn. -- Geraldine Ruth (Tyack) McDonald, 83, of Tonka Bay, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. She has now been reunited with her husband of 55 years. 


 


 

HANEY LEONARD J 

Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 12 Noon to 9 p.m. K of C Rosary 7:30 p.m. Friday.


 


 

HAPIUK PATRICIA 

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HARRAWOOD LEO E 

at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, (248) 348-1800, Wednesday 5-9 p.m. Masonic Service Wednesday 7 p.m., Thursday 1-9 p.m. In state at St. John Lutheran Church, 23225 Gill Rd., Farmington Hills, Friday 9 a.m. until the funeral service at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. John Lutheran Church. Online sympathy messages at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com


 


 

HAYDUK WILLIAM 

"Bill" Age 85. November 29, 2008. Beloved husband of Elaine. Loving father of Mark (Sharon), Brent (Rayisa), and Don (Crystal). Proud grandfather of Matthew, Stephen, Jessica, Katie, and Megan. Dear brother of Barbara. Memorial Service Friday 12 Noon at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods.


 


 

HOLLAND JEANNINE R 

Age 79, November 24, 2008, of Fairview, Texas (formerly of Shelby Township). Beloved wife of George. Dear mother of Jackie (Gene) Rife and Chris (Julie) Holland. Loving grandmother of four great-grandmother of four. Dear sister of Allen (Carol) Firestone, Kay (Paul) Kiekbusch, and the late Gary Firestone. Sister-in-law of Sandra Firestone. A Service of Remembrance will be at 11 a.m., Saturday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (3 blocks E. of Van Dyke), Utica. Memorial Gathering 4-9 p.m. Friday.


 


 

HOWELL GERTRUDE E 

5-9 p.m. Wednesday and 2-9 p.m. Thursday at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., at Vernier Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods. Rosary 7 p.m. Thursday. In state at St. Lucy Church, 23401 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores from 9:30 a.m. Friday until Mass at 10 a.m. Memorials to the Alzheimer's Association appreciated.


 


 

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Harold L. Wirebaugh

Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold L. Wirebaugh, 76, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Nov. 17, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born Sept. 11, 1932 in Calhoun County to Lawrence and Pearl (Sherman) Wirebaugh. He was married Sept. 30, 1966 to Mary Harwood and she preceded him in death in 1997. Harold retired from Hillsdale Tool after 22 years of service. He was a resident of Hillsdale and Calhoun Counties the majority of his life. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Westfall and Cheryl Hyatt, both of Hillsdale; son, Harold Wirebaugh Jr. of Hillsdale; step-daughter, Kim (Dan) Moyer of Osseo; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and a brother Lawrence Jr. Funeral services for Harold Wirebaugh will be 2 p.m. Thursday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with Pastor Clyde Wonders officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hillsdale County Conservation Club. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Harold M. Eberle

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold M. Eberle, age 92, of Tecumseh died Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at Bixby Medical Center, Adrian. He was born on May 6, 1916, in Saline, the son of Michael and Mollie (Robison) Eberle. He married Lois H. Collins on March 19, 1965, and she preceded him in death on Nov. 20, 1991. Harold was a Supervisor at Tecumseh Products for 32 years, retiring in the late 1980. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, fishing and spending time with his family and many friends. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. He is survived by four sons,  Richard (Tammy) Eberle, Steve Eberle and James (Tracy) Eberle, all of Tecumseh and Randy (Kathy) Eberle of Saline; three daughters, Sharon Eberle of Ypsilanti, Shelia (Jan) Losee of Saline and Shirley (Kevin) Bordine of Tecumseh; 18 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.  In addition to his parents and wife, Harold was preceded in death by five brothers and four sisters. At Harold’s request, cremation has taken place. Burial of the cremated remains will be in Brookside Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tecumseh Missionary Baptist Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Helen F. Sontag 

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.


 


 

Henrietta Mishler

Sunday, November 30, 2008 8:12 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Henrietta Mishler, 80, of Sturgis, Mich., a lady who never tired of witnessing and sharing her faith to others, went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday evening Nov. 29, 2008, at Three Rivers Health in Three Rivers, Mich. She was born Feb. 12, 1928, in Sturgis, Mich., the only child to the late Henry and Nellie (McGary) Kinsey. Henrietta was a lifelong Sturgis resident. On Nov. 23, 1946, she married Ervin Mishler in Angola, Ind. She was a homemaker and worked side by side with her husband running the family dairy and grain farm. Henrietta began her working life at the age of 13 when she started working as a waitress at local restaurants in Sturgis while also attending school. Henrietta was an active and dedicated member of the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene where she always enjoyed participating with the Prime Time Club. She enjoyed cooking and taking care of her family and truly loved and cherished time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Ervin; two daughters, Gloria Wooten of Sturgis and Sharon (Larry) Schaeffer of Sturgis; four grandchildren, Brian (Becky) Wooten of Vermont, The Rev. Dale (Steph) Schaeffer of Illinois, Paula (Chad) Carpenter of Sturgis and Cheryl Miller of Topeka, Ind.; nine great-granddaughters; one great-grandson; three young men that worked with she and Ervin on the farm and have always considered Henrietta to be their second Mom, Chris (Donna) Perrault of Burr Oak, Steve (Penny) Hartman of Colon and Stephen (Roxanne) Persing of Colon. She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter; Connie Viola Mishler. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene, 70031 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Henrietta Mishler will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church. The Rev. John Shoup will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Mishler’s memory consider the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene, 70031 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.Legacy.com.  


 


 

Henry C. Murray Jr.

Monday, December 1, 2008 8:03 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Henry C. “Khin” Murray, Jr., 42, of Plymouth, Ind., died Nov. 27, 2008, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Plymouth. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date, with private inurnment of the ashes in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange. Arrangements are being handled my Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, IN.  


 


 

Herbert B. Patten

Monday, December 1, 2008 8:02 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Herbert Blake Patten, age 89, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Sunday afternoon, Nov.  28, 2008, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. The Rev. Robert Keim of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Army Honor Guard. A full obituary will appear in Wednesday’s Sturgis Journal.  


 


 

Hermina Eding, 83

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 12:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Hermina (Minie) Eding, age 83, of Bentheim went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 in Holland Hospital.  She was a member of Bentheim Reformed Church.  Hermina volunteered many years for Child Evangelism Fellowship (Good News Club). She was preceded in death by her husband Alfred in 2006.  She is survived by her children,  Vern and Julie Eding of Burnips, Howard Eding of Bentheim, Beverly and Bernie Bronsink of Battle Creek,  Roger Eding of Bentheim, Linda and Burt Ames of Nunica; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Mrs. John (Doris) Kotman of East Saugatuck, Lloyd and Lois DeBoer of Holland, Gradus and Florence Lubbers of Holland; brothers and sisters-in-law, Julia and Fred Menken of Hamilton, Glen Eding of Bentheim, Hester and Anthony Speet of Holland; many nephews, nieces and cousins.  Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2008               at Bentheim Reformed Church, 3997 38th Avenue in Bentheim.  Rev. Ronald J. Ver Wys will be officiating.  Burial will be in Bentheim Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, December 4, 2008 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland, and from 1:00-1:45 p.m. prior to the service at Bentheim Reformed Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Kids Hope-Bentheim Reformed Church.  Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial .com  for those who cannot attend the services.  


 


 

JAROS CARL 

Age 86, of West Bloomfield, November 30, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy. Loving father of Carolyn (Robert), Ronald (Nancy), Denise Starr, Duane (Lynn), Karl (Sandy), Roxann (Christopher) Shemwell, Mark and Kevin (Vivien). Dear grandfather of 15. Carl served in the US Navy during WWII. He loved to fish, camp and watch the birds. Cremation has taken place and there will be a memorial service in the spring. Memorial donations may be made to the Family Memorial Fund c/o Kevin Jaros, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland, MI 48185. To view obituary and share memories, log on to www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com


 


 

JOHN ELIA 

Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with Funeral Service Thursday 1 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile. Donations preferred to Beaumont Hospice (3601 W. 13 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073-9952). Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

JOSAITIS MARILYN 

at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home on Thursday 4-9 p.m. Funeral service Friday December 5, 2008 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Obituary/Guestbook at


 


 

JOYE ARTHUR 

Thursday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Hauss Funeral Home, 47477 Romeo Plank, Macomb. Memorials to Make-A-Wish Foundation or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. 


 


 

James C. Bertee Columbiaville James C. Bertee, age 86, of Columbiaville died Thursday (November 27, 2008) at Lapeer Regional Medical Center. He was born November 6, 1922 in Hemlock, MI., to Charles and Elizabeth (Balog) Bertee He married Thelma Peet on December 15, 1945 in North Branch. Jim graduated from North Branch in 1940. He attended Country Christian Church in North Branch. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and wood working. He was a good handy man and fixer of all things. Jim loved to read and cook Most of all, Jim loved spending time with his family. He will be sadly missed by his entire family. He is survived by his wife, Thelma; children, Karen (Douglas) Tuttle of Columbiaville, Phyllis (Bill) Kalbfleisch of Columbiaville, Bob (Therese) Bertee of DeWitt; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister Rosalee Tatar of Frankenmuth; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-laws, Steve Tatar, Bob Peet and sister-in-law,

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James Worbois, 56

Monday, December 1, 2008 1:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James R. Worbois, age 56, formerly of Holland, died  November 28, 2008. Husband of Valerie Cooper Worbois of Clarkston; father of Anna Worbois; stepfather of Leigh (James) LeVoy, Donald Head, Maria (Dan) Langteau; son of Robert and Lois; survived by five  grandchildren; and three siblings. Preceded in death by his brother, John. Visitation Saturday, 2:00 p.m. at Andersonville Community Church, Davisburg, with a memorial service at 3:00 p.m. Donations may be made to the family. Arrangements entrusted to Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Jean A. (Hansen) Dahlin

Monday, December 1, 2008 1:00 PM 

BESSEMER, Mich. -- Jean A. (Hansen) Dahlin, 84, a resident of Bessemer, entered eternal life on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 29, 2008, in Ironwood, after a courageous battle with cancer.


 


 

Jean Ann Kohler

Tuesday, November 18, 2008 7:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jean Ann Kohler, 54, of Quincy, passed away Friday, Nov. 14, 2008 at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. Born May 4, 1954, in Hillsdale, she was the daughter of Thomas and Dorothy (Bartell) McCalla. Jean graduated from Jonesville High School in 1972 and had been employed at ConAgra Foods in Quincy. In her leisure time, Jean enjoyed flower gardening, camping, bicycling and walking on the beach. She especially loved time spent with her grandchildren, baking and decorating for the holidays. On Aug. 31, 2001, she married Jerry Kohler and he survives, along with two daughters, Shannon (Jimmie) VanDusen of Hillsdale, and Erica (Jeff Hite) Barker of Waldron; one son, Shaun (Missy) Barker of Osseo; one brother, Terry McCalla of Angola, Ind.; nine grandchildren, Zachary, Taylor, Devin and Jadyn VanDusen, Damien, Seth and Zoey Barker and Kierstyn Barker and Uriah Hite; one nephew, Tim McCalla. Her parents and one brother, Steven McCalla, preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with Pastor Mark Case officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy. Visitation is scheduled 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials to the American Cancer Society or CHC Hospice would be appreciated.  


 


 

Jean Drake-Lockwood

Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jean E. Drake-Lockwood, 57, of Quincy, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born June 6, 1951, in Hillsdale. A memorial gathering for friends and family will be held 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23 at the Reading American Legion. There will be a service at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Richard Braman officiating.


 


 

Jean E. Kelly

Monday, December 1, 2008 6:22 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

GIRARD — Jean E. Kelly, 84, of Girard, quietly passed away Nov. 25, 2008. She was born Dec. 7, 1923 in Tekonsha, to John W. and Lelah Rae (Adams) Randall. She married Leonard J. Kelly on June 29, 1945 in Tekonsha. She lived in the Tekonsha area nearly all her life, she moved to Florida in the early 1970's and traveled the U.S. in a motorhome. Jean worked at the K-Mart offices in Venice, Fla. for 12 years, retiring in the mid 1980's. She also helped her husband run their Kelly Texaco Distributorship in Coldwater. Jean had lived in Girard for the last 20 years. Jean is survived by sons Brian Kelly of Texas and Brandon Kelly; one granddaughter Annie Kelly of Seattle, Wash.; nephews,Tony (Kay) Bowling of Tekonsha and Mike (Patty) Bowling of Chillicothe, Ill.; nieces Marilyn Powers of Marshall and Carolyn Bowling of Tekonsha; nephews Jack (Charlotte) Randall of Cape Cod, Mass, and Steve (Libby) Randall of Morgantown, W.V.; and niece Gail (Jim) Goodman of Tampa, Fla. She was preceded in death by her husband Leonard "Larry" Kelly in 2006; brother John W. "Bud" Randall; and sisters Eloise Bowling and Mary Carolyn Roach. She loved fishing, sports, golf, Lions football, Tiger baseball and watching nieces and nephews at their sporting events. She was an artist, a devoted wife, great aunt to her family, made a "mean pie" and loved playing cards with her card club. A Memorial Gathering will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tekonsha High School Athletic Department. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Putnam's of Tekonsha, (517) 767-4114.


 


 

Jeffrey Lynn Dunigan

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:48 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jeffrey Lynn Dunigan, age 45, of Manchester passed away Nov. 30, 2008 at home. Jeff was born on Feb. 27, 1963, in Belleville, Mich., the son of Ernie and Sharon (Eichstadt) Rangler. He married Jeanette Authement and she survives. Mr. Dunigan is also survived by his children, Chad (Kara) Dunigan of Tecumseh, Jeremy (Lisa) Dunigan of Onsted, Craig (Erica) Monahan of Ypsilanti, Brian (Samantha) Monahan of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Hailey, Kaden, Riley and Keygan; brother, Robert Dunigan of Belleville; mother, Sharon Rangler of Belleville, and his father, Ernie Rangler of Tecumseh. Memorial donations may be given to St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Trauma Fund. Envelopes will be available at the Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Jenter Chapel, in Manchester, where family will receive friends on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A Healing Farewell Service will take place Friday, Dec. 6, 2008, beginning with visitation at 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at the Manchester United Methodist Church with Pastor Larry Wik officiating. Please sign Jeff’s guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for his family by calling 877-231-7900.


 


 

Jeremy Pratt

PRATT, Jeremy J. - Of Vassar, MI, passed away suddenly Sunday, November 30, 2008 in Vassar, MI. Jeremy was 23. The family will recieve friends from 12:00 to 8:00 pm Wednesday December 3, 2008 at the Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington. A complete obituary will appear in the Wednesday edition. You're welcome to express your condolences or share a memory online at hanlinfuneralhome.com Hanlin Funeral Home Serving Families for 80 years)


 


 

Jeremy Steeghs Chalmette, Louisianna Jeremy Steeghs, age 17, of Charlmette, Louisiana, (previously of Imlay City) passed away suddenly due to a car accident. He was born April 9, 1991 in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada to John and Colette Steeghs. Jeremy grew up in Imlay City and attended Imlay City Schools from third grade through 11th grade. He was recently a senior at Chalmette High School where he was a wide receiver on the football team. Jeremy played basket ball and played guitar. He was on the Speech and Debate Team in Chalmette, LA. He is survived by his parents; John and Collette Steeghs of Chalmette, LA; brother, McCartney Steeghs of Chalmette, LA; sisters, Christina Steeghs of London, Ont., Nicole Steeghs of London, Ont., and Shannon Steeghs of London, Ont.; grandparents, Rupert and Louise Weir of Jamaica; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Martin and Jeanette Steeghs. Visitation with the family will be 1-3 p.m., W

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Joan Marilyn Conrad Lapeer Joan Marilyn Conrad, age 72, of Lapeer passed away Friday (November 28, 2008). She was born July 10, 1936 in Detroit to Edwin J.G. and Ethel L. (Browne) Link. She married William "Bill" Conrad April 20, 1968 in Davison. Joan graduated from Lapeer High School, class of 1954. She was a secretary for Lapeer Manufacturing Company. Joan was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. She enjoyed wood working and painting. Joan and Bill did everything together, especially traveling. She loved her cats. She is survived by her husband William "Bill" Conrad of Lapeer; daughter, Cindy Jolly; grandchildren, Darcy Jolly and Christopher Jolly; sister, Janet Running of Lapeer; special niece, Vickie Jaje; nephew, Brian Running. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Ethel Link; siblings, Twin, Joyce Field and Claude Link. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association, Suncrest or Trinity United Methodist Church. Funeral s

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Joann Wavra

Joann Wavra, 63, of Standish passed away suddenly on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan Saginaw Hospital.


 


 

John Calvin Counter Dec. 1, 2008

John Calvin Counter, 60 of Monroe died at 2:10 p.m. Monday at Fountain View of Monroe. Services are pending at the Rupp Funeral Home, Monroe. 


 


 

John Hammond Stowell

John Hammond Stowell, aged 77, of Ionia, passed away Dec. 1, 2008., 


 


 

John Kondel Lapeer John Kondel, age 68, of Lapeer, passed away Wednesday (November 26, 2008). He was born in Owosso on February 9, 1940 to Anthony and Anna (Horvath) Kondel. Mr. Kondel served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and worked for over 35 years at General Motors (then AC Delco). John was a long time member of Immaculate Conception Church in Lapeer, where he was a dedicated usher and attendant to the perpetual adoration since the adoration's inception. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Kondel; siblings, Anthony (Barbara) Kondel, James (Julie) Kondel, Cy Kondel, Barbara (Thomas) Walsh and Richard (Jan) Kondel; many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Church General Fund. Funeral services were held Saturday (November 29, 2008) at Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer. Father Aaron Depeyster officiated. Burial followed in Mt. Loretto Cemetery, Lapeer.

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John M. "Papa John" Burrell

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 4:43 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John M. “Papa John” Burrell, 68, of Angola, Ind. died Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 at Cameron Memorial Community Hospital in Angola, Ind. He was born January 11, 1940 in Metz, Ind. and married Brenda A. (Schaeffer) on June 25, 1962 at Pleasant Lake, Ind. She survives. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008 at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2008 at Beams Funeral Home with Rev. E. Paul Brian Carsten officiating. Cremation will take place after services.


 


 

Josephine B. Gallop, 84

Josephine B. Gallop, 84, of Boyne Falls, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008.


 


 

KNIFFEN THERESA 

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KOLIBA FLORENCE P (NEE CZARNECKI) 

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Kathleen M. O'Connor Jan. 27, 1926-Nov. 30, 2008

Kathleen M. O'Connor, age 82, of Monroe, MI formerly of Warsash, England passed away Sunday, November 30, 2008 at her home in Monroe. Kathleen had been in poor health for the past 3 years. 


 


 

Kim Marie Wedler-Hull

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 1:21 PM 

BESSEMER, Mich. -- Kim Marie Wedler-Hull, 50, of Bessemer, died Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008. 


 


 

Kyle Howard Fate

Kyle Howard Fate, age 44, of Clearwater, Fla. and formerly of Alto passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008. 


 


 

LEATH DOUGLAS C 

November 30, 2008. Age 57. Loving and adored son of Hazel and the late Edward Leath. Dearest brother of Lynn Leath and Mark Leath. Proud uncle of the late Tamara Vandierdonck. Doug loved to be outdoors and was an avid fisherman, hunter, and golfer. He also built computers as a hobby. A Memorial visitation will be held on Friday at noon at Renaissance Unity Church, 11200 E. 11 Mile Rd. at Hoover. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

LUTHER DON P 

Friday 3-9 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Twp. Funeral Saturday 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Circumnavigator's Club Foundation, 24 East 39th Street, NY, NY, 10016. Please share a memory of Don at www.kaulfuneralhome.com


 


 

LaVerne H. Hartigan

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 1:23 PM 

MERCER, Wis. -- LaVerne H. Hartigan, 88, of Mercer, died Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008, in Mercer. 


 


 

Lee Braun, 69

Monday, December 1, 2008 1:06 PM - ALAN BABBITT 

Lee Braun, age 69, of Holland, was called home by the Lord Sunday morning after being surrounded by his family. Born and raised in East Detroit, he later moved to California to be with his high school sweetheart, Marlene Gasper.  It was there that they married and began their life's journey together.  Lee and Marlene later moved to Lewisburg, West Virginia, where they raised their family.  Upon retirement, they moved several different places with the most recent being Holland, MI, to be near family.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, truly touching the lives of all who knew him.  He will be greatly missed. His family includes wife of 49 years, Marlene; son, Kevin and Leslie Braun of Grand Blanc, MI, daughter Leslie and Joel Smith of Waukesha, WI; four grandchildren Ryan, Kyle, Kendall and Delaney; and a niece, a nephew and two cousins. Services will be 3 p.m. Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at the Chapel of Central Wesleyan Church, 446 West 40th Street, Holland, MI, with  Rev. Paul Hontz officiating. Visitation will be the hour before the service Wednesday from 2-3 p.m. at Central Wesleyan Church of Holland. Burial will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Church Cemetery in Eastpointe, MI.    Memorials may be made to Hospice of Holland or Prostate Cancer Research in care American Cancer Society.    Arrangements by the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 295 Douglas Ave., Holland MI.              


 


 

Leo J. Seidl 1921-2008 Leo Joseph Seidl, 87, Ruth, passed away Friday morning, November 21, 2008 at his residence. He was born February 8, 1921 in Sherman Township, son of the late Peter and Katherine (Poell) Seidl. He married Annabell Artman, January 17, 1949 at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church of Ruth. He was a graduate of the Pumpkin Center School. He farmed with his family in Sherman Township and moved to Ruth in 1986. He was a lifelong parishioner of Sts. Peter & Paul Church. Leo was a former member of the parish council, a member of the parish school board and a member of the cemetery committee. Leo was the former athletic director of the baseball programs at the parish and for the Ruth community. He was a charter member of the Ruth Farm Bureau and a member of the Michigan Milk Producers Association. He enjoyed baseball, pheasant hunting, quilting and visiting with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Annabell, Ruth; four sons, John(Diane), Ruth, Donald (Patti), Lansing, Dennis, Jackson and Gerard (Michelle), Croswell; a daughter, Doris Seidl, Lakeport; ten grandchildren, Sarah Martzke, Nicole Pierce, David Seidl, Jill Seidl, Clint Seidl, Amy Seidl, Brian Seidl, Bradley Seidl, Eric Seidl and Kyle Seidl; great grandchild, Kali Pierce; three brothers, Ted (Carla) Seidl, Ruth, Andrew (Marie) Seidl, Huntington Woods and Frank Seidl, Ferndale. Leo was preceded in death by his infant son, Gerard Joseph; five brothers, Paul, John "Jack", George, Anthony and Joseph and two sisters, Mary Edwards and Elizabeth Forton. Funeral mass was held on Monday, November 24, 2008 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church of Ruth. Rev. Robert Pare, pastor officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly.

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Leonard W. Petrie

Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:38 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Leonard W. Petrie, 69, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Nov. 17, 2008 at his home. He was born April 13, 1939 in Hillsdale to Harold and Erma (McNutt) Petrie. He was married Jan. 3, 1961 to Susan Bortel and she preceded him in death Dec.12, 2000. Leonard is survived by three daughters, Amiletta (Jerry) Sturtevant, Tonya (Terry) Hill and Susanna (John) Petrie all of Hillsdale; a son, Tim Petrie of Hillsdale; four sisters, Mary Burlew of Quincy, Florence Burlew of Manitou Beach, Ina (Raymond) Burlew of Reading and Bonnie Palmeri of Inverness, Fla.; one brother, Harold Petrie of Camden; and four grandchildren. Besides his wife Susan, he was preceded in death by his parents. Graveside funeral services for Leonard W. Petrie will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale with Pastor Terry Baldwin officiating. There will be no visiting hours. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial donations to the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home.


 


 

Lillian Essenburg, 86

Sunday, November 30, 2008 6:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Lillian Mae Essenburg, age 86, of Holland, died Saturday November 29, 2008.  She was born April 30, 1922 in Holland to Jacob and Rose (VanderSchaaf) and has been a lifelong resident.  Lillian is survived by her sisters, Elberdene and Mae Rose Essenburg, a brother, Julius “Sonny” Essenburg, brother and sister in law, Jacob “Jun” and Beth Essenburg, nieces, nephews and cousins.  Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the Northwood Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to sign a guest register.


 


 

Linda L. Sumner

Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:36 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Linda L. Sumner, 68, of rural Pioneer, Ohio, died Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, in her home following an illness. Born Feb. 19, 1940, near Montpelier, Ohio, to Audrey Fern (Starr) and Donald B. Esterline, she was a lifelong Montpelier and Pioneer area resident. On June 26, 1959, she married L. Duane Sumner and he survives. A 1958 graduate of Montpelier High School, she was a homemaker and had retired in Nov. 2006 from Hillside Country Living where she had been employed for over 17 years. She was a member and former pianist of Central United Brethren Church, Montpelier and the past few years attended Lake View Church at Merry Lake. Also surviving are two sons, Shane E. (Tammy) Sumner, Edon, Ohio and Lonnie D. (Dawn) Sumner, Montpelier; one daughter, Brenda L. Sinclair, Gillette, Wyo.; eight grandchildren, Alyssa (T.J.) Smith, Hillsdale, Abbey Sumner, Edon, Casey Sumner, Edon, Kyleigh Sumner, Montpelier, Alicia Sumner, Montpelier, Katie (Justin) Harvey, Whitman, Neb. and Lucas Reddy and Jacob Reddy, both of Gillette, Wyo.; one great-granddaughter, Addie Harvey, Whitman; four brothers, Jack Esterline, Spring Arbor, Leland (Linda) Esterline and Robert (Jeannie) Esterline, both of Bryan, Ohio and James (Lisa) Esterline, Montpelier and three sisters, Jeanette Manley, Mesa, Ariz., Lorna (Norman) Geesey, Montpelier and Beverly (Vic) DeGryse, Bryan. Preceding her in death were her parents and one infant grandson, Marcus Dale Reddy. Visitation was held at Wilson-Geesey Funeral Home, Montpelier Sunday. Service were Monday in Lake View Church, Merry Lake, with Pastor Steve Smith officiating. Burial was in Floral Grove Cemetery, Pioneer. Preferred memorials are to Hospice of Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers or the Activity Fund at Hillside Country Living.


 


 

Lloyd Charles Pendleton May 20, 1922-Nov. 29, 2008

Lloyd Charles Pendleton, 85 of Brighton, formerly of Monroe died at 1:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ypsilanti, where he was admitted Thursday. He had been in poor health for 6 months and seriously ill the last month.


 


 

Lorraine Nelson

Monday, December 1, 2008 8:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lorraine Nelson, 86, of LaGrange, Ind., died Dec. 1, 2008, at her residence. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange where services are at 10 a.m. Friday.  Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery.  


 


 

Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead 

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.


 


 

Lucy (Canalia) Merconti

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 1:21 PM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Lucy (Canalia) Merconti, 94, of Hurley, a longtime Kimball resident, died Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, in Hurley, with her family at her side.


 


 

Luther R. Lower

Monday, December 1, 2008 8:03 PM - Candice Phelps 

Luther R. Lower, 91, of LaGrange, Ind., died Nov. 30, 2008, at the residence of his son, Rex Lower. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange where funeral services are at 10 a.m. Thursday with Rev. Carldean Merrifield officiating.  Burial will be in Woodruff Cemetery in Wolcottville, Ind.  


 


 

Lyle Finley

Lyle F. Finley, 87, of Brookville, Fla., formerly of Custer, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 26 at his home. Lyle was born on July 3, 1921 in Scottville to Frederick and Orpha (Price) Finley. On June 1...


 


 

MANNING FRANCES LOFTUS 

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MANUSZAK THOMAS R 

Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield (N. of 15 Mile). Scripture Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Society of St. Vincent DePaul at St. Michael Catholic Church. Please share a memory with the family at


 


 

MUGERDITCHIAN ANGEL 

Friday 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at St. Johns Armenian Church, (248-569-3405). Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family requests memorial gifts in her memory to St. Johns Armenian Church or Focus Armenia. Miss Mugerditchian retired from Chrysler Corporation after 44 years of service. Arrangements entrusted to the Edward Korkoian Funeral Home, 248-541-8325.


 


 

MURATZKI DOLORES R 

Thursday 5-9 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In state Friday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 4300 Walnut Lake Rd., West Bloomfield. Interment at Glen Eden Cemetery in Livonia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to some of Dody's important causes: Disabled American Veterans (www.dav.org), the Humane Society of the United States (www.hsus.org), or the Environmental Defense Fund (www.edf.org).


 


 

Madeline A. Smith April 3, 1916-Dec. 1, 2008

Madeline A. Smith, age 92, a lifelong resident of Monroe, MI passed away Monday, December 1, 2008 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, OH. Madeline was born April 3, 1916 in Monroe, MI, the daughter of the late Frank and Bessie A.


 


 

Madeline Smith Dec. 1, 2008

Madeline Smith, 92, of Monroe died at 1:46 this morning at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo.


 


 

Mae Elizabeth 'Betty' Kopke Green

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:46 AM - Arlene Bachanov 

Mae Elizabeth “Betty” Green, age 90, of Tecumseh passed away Nov. 20, 2008, at Herrick Manor, Tecumseh, where she had been a patient since February, 2008. Betty was born April 28, 1918, in Tecumseh, the daughter of Kenneth and Dorothy (Doty) Kopke. She was raised on her parents’ farm and graduated from Holloway School, Tecumseh High School and the Beautician School in Detroit. She worked in a Tecumseh beauty shop until she had her first child.        On Nov. 9, 1940, she married Arthur Elwyn Green in Raisin Township at the home of her parents. The couple was together for more than 50 years. He preceded her in death on Aug. 7, 1992. Better known to her friends and family as Betty, she spent most of her life time in the Holloway area. Betty was an extremely active lady, involved in many church activities, Extension Club, Hobby Club, and the Woman’s auxiliary of the Tecumseh Commandry. She loved to play cards and games, and always had a twinkle in her eye. She was a good cook, loved to entertain her family and friends, and was never too busy to lend a helping hand to someone in need. Always knitting, crocheting, and working on crafts, her fingers were rarely idle. She was a life-long member of the Holloway Presbyterian Church. Betty is survived by two sons, Larry A. Green  and his wife, Virginia,  of Mickelton, N.J., and Leland D. Green and his wife, Linda, of Palm Coast, Fla.; grandchildren Jodi Ray and her husband, Christian; Kari Rock and her husband, Brian; Jeffrey Green and Justin Green;  one great-grandchild, Charles Ray, and a sister, Donna Jean Glenn. Besides her husband, Elwyn, she  was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Dennis; and her brothers, Paul and Fred. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. Robert Bidwell officiating. Burial will follow in Raisin Presbyterian Cemetery, Holloway. Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Memorial contributions may be made to  the Holloway Raisin Presbyterian Church. Condolences to the family may be made on line at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Marilyn A. Karg 1942-2008 Marilyn A. Karg, 66, Harbor Beach, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at the Huron Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born on February 26, 1942 in Bad Axe, daughter of the late William and Katherine (List) Kirsch. She married Keith Karg on July 8, 1961 in Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Marilyn was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach. She enjoyed gardening, baking and being with her loving grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Keith Karg, Harbor Beach; two daughters, Cherie (Jim) Goretski, Kinde and Pamela (Scott) Shaw, Troy; mother-in-law, Ada Karg, Harbor Beach; two sisters-in-law, Karen Karg, Bad Axe and Elaine (Larry) Krueger, Southfield; brother-in-law, Fred (Kathy) Karg, Harbor Beach; four grandchildren, Karlie and Nicholas Goretski, Kinde and Alexander and Alyssa Shaw, Troy and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Kenneth Karg; two half-sisters, Lucille Pastor and Isabel Laber and father-in-law, Harry Karg. Services were held on Sunday, November 23, 2008 at Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach. Burial took place in Rock Falls Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe.

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Martha F. Donihue

Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:34 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Martha F. Donihue, 89, of Port Charlotte, Fla. died Nov. 13, 2008. She was born May 22, 1919 in Hillsdale and graduated from Hillsdale High School, the Class of 1936. She was a homemaker and along with caring for her family, she enjoyed an active church life. She taught Sunday School and was her church’s pianist. She was very active with the Women of the Church of God, Western Washington, and was their treasurer for many years. She moved to this area in 1980 from Seattle, Wash. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Kenneth Donihue Sr. of Port Charlotte, Fla. sons, Kenneth (Gaye) Donihue Jr. of Port Charlotte, Fla.; Rev. Robert (Anita) Donihue of Auburn, Wash.; Richard (Janet) Donihue of Hillsboro, Ore. and Paul (Pat) Donihue of Wooster, Ohio; 11 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. The Visitation will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Tuesday Nov. 18, 2008 at the Kays-Ponger and Uselton Funeral Home, 635 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, Fla. The Funeral Service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with burial to follow at Royal Palm Memorial Gardens. Please visit kays-ponger.com to leave the family condolences and to sign the online guestbook. Kays-Ponger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


 


 

Martin Beer, 75

In the early morning hours of Dec. 3, 2008, Martin Beer, 75, of Alanson and formerly of Petoskey, passed away at his home, with the family he loved by his bedside.


 


 

Mary Frances Brandes Aug. 25, 1941-Nov. 29, 2008

Mary Frances Brandes; 67; of Flat Rock; died November 29, 2008 at home.


 


 

Mary Jean O'Bryan Davison Mary Jean O'Bryan, age 84, of Davison, passed away Sunday (November 30, 2008) at Devonshire Retirement Village in Lapeer. Mary Jean was born in Detroit, MI on August 15, 1924, to the late Raymond and Cecilia (Curtis) Kraemer. She married William E. O'Bryan on May 7, 1947. Mary Jean was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Mary Jean is survived by her children, Dr. Robert (Dru) O'Bryan of Laguna Beach, CA., Thomas (Sandee) O'Bryan of East Lansing, William O'Bryan of Bremerton, WA, Judith (Lawrence) Perkovich of Dearborn Heights, James (Diane) O'Bryan of Lapeer, Michael (Luann) O' Bryan of Yale, Sean Paul (Aimee) O'Bryan of Lapeer and John (JoAnn) O'Bryan of Casco; daughter-in-law, Barbara O'Bryan of Lapeer; 19 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; sisters, Delores (Cal) Pritchard and Ann Louise Kraemer. She was preceded in death by her husband, William E. O'Bryan on January 13, 2004; and her brother, Robert Kraemer. Memorial

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Mary M. McDaniel

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mary M. McDaniel, age 79, of Jackson died Nov. 28, 2008, at home. Burial will take place at Woodland Heights Cemetery, Rector, Ark., under the direction of Irby Funeral Home, Piggott, Ark. Local arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

Mary McDonald

McDONALD, Mary Ellen - Age 76, of Swartz Creek, died Sunday, November 23, 2008 at Durand Convalescent Home, Durand. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, December 4, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek with Pastor Lawrence Gill officiating. Interment of her cremated remains will take place at a later date at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10:00 AM Thursday, December 4, until time of service. Those desiring may make contributions to Avalon Hospice or the Alzheimer's Association. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Mary Sarna 

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.


 


 

McGUIGAN DONALD G 

Passed peacefully on November 28th, after a brief illness. Born on September 1, 1931, Don grew up in Detroit, attending Cooley High School and Wayne University where he received a Juris Doctorate. After graduating from law school, Don joined the Office of the General Counsel at Ford Motor Company where he spent his career, becoming a recognized expert in the area of automobile regulatory law. Don married his high school sweetheart, Betsy Ann Gellein, with whom he raised four children, Don II, David, Catherine and Sarah. After Betsy's death, Don found new love and happiness with Barbara Koch Kausch, whom he married in September of 2005. Don lived his final years with Barb in Sacramento, California. Don was a loving father, devoted husband, dedicated professional and a great friend to many. He is survived by his wife Barbara Kausch McGuigan, his sister, Patricia J. Moore, three of his children, Don II, David and Sarah, daughter-in-law Margie Prior McGuigan, son-in-law Mark Demaree, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Donations in his memory can be sent to, Special Days Camps for Kids, The Principia School of St. Louis, Missouri or Wayne State University Law School.


 


 

NAIL JAMES M 

at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi (248) 348-1800, Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Online condolences: www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com


 


 

NAVE TERESA A 

Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of mass 10 a.m. at National Shrine of the Little Flower, Royal Oak. Memorials to Jewish Vocational Service appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

NORTHEN WANDA L (NEE YATES) 

Wednesday 4-9 p.m. and Thursday 10 a.m. until time of Service at 11 a.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. www.mccabefuneralhome.com


 


 

OSWALD ROGER DALE 

Age 59, died Thursday, November 20, 2008 at his residence in Warren, MI. Roger was born February 6, 1949 in Bonne Terre, Missouri. He is survived by his wife, Carmella Oswald. He is also survived by his daughters and several grandchildren. Also surviving are his brothers Carl Dennis (Kathy) of New Baltimore, Michael (Susan) of Clinton Township, Philip (Susan) of Utica and his sisters Stephanie Oswald of Utica and Sue (Timothy) McCown of Bellaire. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 6, at St. Mark's Parish, 4401 Bart St., Warren, MI.


 


 

Oliver Lanting, 94

Monday, December 1, 2008 1:08 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Oliver “Ollie” Lanting, age 94, of Holland, died Sunday, November 30, 2008, at the Hospice House of Holland.  Mr. Lanting was born Feb. 24, 1914 in Holland to Arthur and Martha (Van Dyk) Lanting.  He was a lifelong resident of Holland where he worked as a self-employed carpet installer until his retirement.  A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served during World War II. Preceding him in death was his wife of 65 years, Vern Lanting, on Oct. 30, 2005; and a grandson, Brian Lanting, in 1982. Surviving are his children, Dennis and Debra Lanting of Holland, Ranee and Robert Ringewold of West Olive, and Lorrie and Michael Wiersma of Holland; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave.  Officiating will be the Rev. Dr. Daniel Gillett.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, from 12 noon until the time of the service at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland.  Please visit www.lifestorynet .com for further information.    


 


 

PAINTER HENRY RALPH 

December 1, 2008, age 86 of Wayne. Beloved husband of the late Mary. Dear father of Ralph (Mary), Michael (Deloras), Philip (Carolyn), Daryl (Kathy), and Timmy (Debbie). Brother of Beulah Treadway and the late Tolbert, Kurtis, Billy, Jack, Margaret Massey and Anna Boyd. Also survived by 17 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. Funeral Thursday 1 p.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland. Family will receive friends Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Please visit and sign a tribute at www.uhtfh.com.


 


 

PEACH JANETTE E 

Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11:30 a.m. at John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). 


 


 

POWELL MARY ANN FORSTER 

Age 88, died at home in Clearwater, FL, November 20, 2008. She was born January 11, 1920 in Baltimore, MD to William and Mary Graham. She was the youngest of two children, her brother William Graham died at age 89 in 2007. Mary Ann graduated from Randolf-Macon Womens College, Lynchburg, Virginia - 1937 to 1941. In 1943, Mary Ann married Marine CPT Malcom Smith, a graduate of West Point, class of 1943. Mac was a Marine P-47 pilot who was later shot down and died in Normandy, France during WWII. Mary Ann's first child by Mac Smith was Susan Smith, born February 29, 1944 and died a year and a half later in 1945. Two years later, Mary Ann moved to Mackinac Island in Northern Michigan, and later married Henry Forster in Detroit in 1949. Mary Ann had two children, Henry Forster III and William Forster, and adopted Henry Forster's two children, Sally Forster and Lynn Forster. Following the death of Henry Forster in 1972, Mary Ann married a long-time family friend, Bernie Powell. They lived in Clearwater, FL for the following 34 years. Mary Ann and Bernie Powell were involved in many philanthropic activities including Morton Plant Hospital and Morton Plant Child Care Center and Learning Center, Clearwater, Florida. Mary Ann was a member of St. Cecelia's Catholic Church, Clearwater, Florida. She is survived by her sons, William Forster and Henry Forster III, daughter, Lynn Roth, daughter-in-law, Vikki Forster, grandchild, Jeremy Forster, daughter-in-law Rita Forster, grandchild, Tracy Wadas, grandchild Whitney O'Neill and great-grandchild, Zachary Wadas. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Mary Graham, her first husband, Malcom Smith, her second husband, Henry Forster in 1972, her daughters, Susan Smith and Sally Forster O'Neill, her great-grandchild, Julie O'Neill, and her husband, Bernie Powell, August 22, 2008. Funeral service at St. Cecelia's Catholic Church, Clearwater, FL, December 6 at 12 noon. Burial Sylvan Abbey Memorial park, Clearwater, FL.


 


 

Pearl M. Magner

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 11:27 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Pearl M. Magner, age 80, of Coldwater, died on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008, at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility in Coldwater. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, Dec. 5, 2008 at 11 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Coldwater, with the Rev. Fr. Brian Stanley officiating. Interment of ashes will be at St. Mary‘s Cemetery in Bronson. Pearl was born May 31, 1928 in Bronson, to Benjamin and Nellie (Weber) Gigowski. She married Basil J. Magner on Oct. 6, 1951 in Bronson. Mrs. Magner was a wife, homemaker and mother who enjoyed cooking, reading and feeding the birds. She was also a member of St. Charles Church, where she had been active in the 50 plus group. Pearl is survived by her husband Basil; son Gary (Wanda) Magner of Union City; daughter Carol (Curtis) Blowers of Burlington; sisters Frances Blight of Albion and Josephine Tucker of Coldwater; and grandchildren Chad Blowers of Holt and Clint Blowers of Philadelphia, Penn. Memorials may be directed to the St. Charles Church Building Fund or the Branch County Humane Society. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook.


 


 

Pearle Marie Nash

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Pearle Marie Nash, age 93, of East Lansing died Nov. 29, 2008, at Burcham Assisted Living. Burial will take place at Lakeview Cemetery, Wichita, Kan., under the direction of Lakeview Funeral Home. Local arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

Peggy Ann Penfold, 61

Peggy Ann Penfold, 61, a life-long resident of Waverly Township, Onaway, died Nov. 26, 2008, at home. 


 


 

Philip Senesac

• Philip F. Senesac, 82, of Manistee, died Nov. 25. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

RADEMACHER VIRGINIA 

at S. K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8½ Mile in Eastpointe on Thursday 3-9 p.m. A Service of Witness to the Resurrection will be conducted by Rev. Jeff Ott at 11 a.m. Friday at funeral home.


 


 

REDEBAUGH G ARTHUR 

December 1, 2008. Age 95. Beloved husband of Virginia. Dear father of James (Carol), and Peter (Joan). Loving grandfather of Tracie, Amanda, Laura, Peter, Kathleen and the late Adam. Dear brother of Vivian Stone, and the late Charles and Kenneth. In state Saturday 10 a.m. until time of funeral service 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Episcopal Church, 20475 Sunningdale Park, Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Old Newsboy's Goodfellow Fund of Detroit, PO Box 44444, Detroit, MI 48344-0444. Arrangements by A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 313-884-5500. ahpeters.com


 


 

Reatha E. Lawrence 1915-2008 Reatha E. Lawrence, Sebewaing, 92, died Monday, November 24, 2008 at her home following a lengthy illness. She was born November 25, 1915 in Elkton, MI, daughter of the late Peter and Flora (Parker) Kivel. She was united in marriage to Frank D. Lawrence on April 13, 1955 in Norwich, Conn. Reatha had been employed in Connecticut for several years in shoe and curtain manufacturing plants before moving to Sebewaing in 1968. She sold Avon products in Sebewaing for 20 years. She was a member of the Community of Christ Church in Bay Port. She and Frank enjoyed traveling and camping for many years. She is survived by her husband, Frank, Sebewaing; one son, Gerald (Ann) Bursick, Higgins Lake; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Jack Bursick; three brothers, Orville, Oscar and William Kivel; four sisters, Doris Dickinson, Helene Mendel, Frieda Eschand Janet Kivel. Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 29, 2008 at the Community of Christ Church in Bay Port. Elder Kathy Swartzendruber and Elder Carol Brown officiated, with burial taking place in the Silverlawn Cemetery in Sebewaing. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Community of Christ Church in Bay Port or the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing.

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Regina M. Letanofsky

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 1:22 PM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Regina M. Letanofsky, 93, a lifelong resident of Ironwood, died early Sunday morning, Nov. 30, 2008, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Reinhold Nickel 1929-2008 Reinhold Nickel, 79, Port Hope, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2008 in Covenant Cooper Hospital in Saginaw. He was born in Harbor Beach on April 30, 1929, the son of the late Herman and Helena (Lange) Nickel. Reinhold was a former employee of the Bad Axe Grain Elevator and worked construction. He enjoyed visiting with friends throughout Port Hope. He is survived by a sister, Lauretta Hallitt, Bad Axe and his caretakers, Roy and Elaine Reinke, Port Hope. He was preceded in death by a brother, Frederick Dahlke in 1999. Funeral services were held on Friday, Nov. 28, 2008 at Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. Rev. Gregory Eilers officiated, with burial taking place in the Lakeview Cemetery, Port Hope. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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Rhonda Glass, 49

Sunday, November 30, 2008 6:16 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rhonda Sue Glass, age 49, of West Olive, died unexpectedly on Saturday, November 29, 2008 at Holland Hospital. Her father, Kenneth Mohr, preceded her in death. She is survived by her: Husband, Jack Glass; children, Chad Glass of West Olive, Josh Glass and Jami Baker of West Olive, Lindsey and Jason Cullin of Wyoming; granddaughter, Hailey Sweeney of Grand Rapids; parents, Judy Mohr of Allendale and Virgil and Lois Glass of Zeeland; grand parents, John and Johanna Driesenga of North Blendon; brother, Scott (Robert) and Michelle Mohr of Hudsonville; brother-in-law, Randy and Pam Glass of Hudsonville; sisters-in-law, Jill and Dave Roon of Holland, and Shelly and Ross VerBeek of Zeeland; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00am on Wednesday, December 3, at the North Blendon Reformed Church, 7224 Taylor, with Rev. Nate Meldrim officiating. Burial will be in Borculo Cemetery. Visiting hours will be 2-4 and 7-9 on Tuesday, December 2 at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S State St., Zeeland. An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.


 


 

Richard 'Dick' Joseph Marx

Friday, November 28, 2008 1:01 PM 

MARQUETTE -- Richard Joseph Marx "Dick," 72, of 10 Jack St., Marquette, entered eternal life Tuesday evening, Nov. 18, 2008, at Marquette General Hospital.


 


 

Richard 'Dick' W. Malpass Jr., 78

Richard "Dick" W. Malpass Jr., 78, of East Jordan, passed away on Nov. 24, 2008.


 


 

Richard Haggai

HAGGAI - Mass of Christian burial for Richard "Dick" Haggai will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 4, 2008 at St. John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park SW. His family will greet relatives and friends Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave., and one hour prior to Mass on Thursday at Church. Prayers of the Rosary will be recited Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral chapel. A complete obituary along with memories and condolences to Dick's family are available at: www.stegengafuneralchapel.com


 


 

Robert J. Mayer

Monday, December 1, 2008 8:04 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert J. Mayer, 79, of Wolcottville, Ind., died Nov. 27, 2008, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to American Cancer Society or American Heart Association. Arrangements are being handled by Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind.  


 


 

Roger R. Hopson 1958-2008 Roger Richard Hopson, 49, Coopersville, died Thursday, November 13, 2008 in Muskegon Hospital. He was born in Lansing on December 5, 1958 to Richard and Caroline (Holcroft) Hopson. He graduated from Muskegon High School and from the University of Michigan engineering school. Roger was the founder and past owner of Enviromental Operations Inc. in St. Louis. He traveled extensively and will be greatly missed. Roger was preceded in death by his father, Richard Hopson; grandparents, Julie and Curtis Hopson and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hospson. He is survived by his mother, Caroline (Emil) Milas, Muskegon, Sharilyn Jane Hopson, Calif.; aunts and uncles, Judy (Clare) McArthur, Twida, Nancy (Larry) Braak, Grand Haven, John (Joyce) Hopson, Muskegon, Susan (Bob) Oakes, Harbor Beach and Jim Holcroft, Calif.; several cousins, including a special friend and buddy, John (Sandy) Hopson, Muskegon. Memorials may be given to his cousin's Tom Braak Project, Faith in Action International, P.O. Box 171, Spring Lake, MI 49456. Please visit

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Ronald N. McComb

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:42 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ronald N. McComb, 55, passed away Nov. 27, 2008, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.  


 


 

Rozella Early Jan. 19, 1924-Nov. 29, 2008

Rozella Early, the daughter of Joseph and Edna (Devoe) Wilson passed away November 29, 2008 at Hospice of NWO in Perrysburg.Rozella was born in Bath Township, near Lima, Ohio January 19, 1924. 


 


 

Ruby Louise Bennett

Ruby Louise Bennett, age 84, of Bay City, formerly of Gladwin, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008 at Caretel Inns of Tri-Cities. She was born April 6, 1924 in Brown County, Indiana to the late Henry and Jane (Settles) Scroughams. Ruby married Daniel E. Bennett in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 24, 1945 and he predeceased her on March 20, 1993.


 


 

SCHMEICHEL RICHARD 

Age 74, Husband of the late Chere. Dear father of Robert (Debra), Linda, Jamie (Gary) Major, Richard (Michelle), Colleen (Brian) Findling and Kelly (Mike) Blackburn. Loving grandfather of 18 and great grandfather of three. Dear brother of Donald and the late Mike. Visiting Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Services 8:00 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (between 6-7 Mile). Interment Glen Eden Cemetery. Donations to Vitas Hospice.


 


 

SETO JENNY K F 

November 28, 2008. Age 68. Loving wife of Chick Michael Seto. Dear mother of Catherine Seto (Jason Chu), Christine Seto (Lawrence Chang) and Matt Seto (Jessica). Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Family will receive friends Friday 2-8 p.m. Interment White Chapel. Memorials to The Chinese Bible Church or Association of Chinese Americans. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com


 


 

SHEAHAN AGNES C 

Friday 2-9 p.m. at the Bower-Rose Funeral Home, 222 N. Main St, Marine City (between Pearl St. and Westminster St.). In state Saturday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Mass at Our Lady on the River Catholic Church, 610 S. Water St. (South of Union St.). Memorials suggested to St. Jude Children's Hospital.


 


 

SIMONDS BARBARA W 

Thursday 6-8 p.m. and Friday 1-8 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Saturday 1:30 p.m. until time of service 2 p.m. at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 20475 Sunningdale Park, Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment Clinton Grove Cemetery. ahpeters.com


 


 

STARGHILL OTIS CLAYTON SR 

96, November 27, 2008. Survived by wife Arlene Millner Starghill; children Robert (Betty), Walter (Denise), Otis, Jr. (Jewelle), Janice Keel (Alvin), Gene Marvin, and Susan Lyons (Norman). Retired Building Tradesman Union Steward, Local 334-1196. Family Hour 10 a.m. Service 11 a.m. at Samaritan Missionary Baptist Church, December 3, 2008.


 


 

STEPHENS CATHERINE A 

Thursday 3-9 p.m. with a Prayer Service 7 p.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre (one block S. of 13 Mile Rd.) Madison Heights. Additional visitation Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 10 a.m. at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 20500 Anglin (located on 8 Mile Rd./ East of Dequindre) Detroit. Interment Oakview Cemetery.


 


 

Sewell Collins March 23, 1936-Nov. 30, 2008

Sewell Collins, 72, of Monroe, died at 9:37 p.m. Sunday in his home. 


 


 

Shirley Ann Greenier, 67

Shirley Ann Greenier, 67, of Harbor Springs, died Nov. 29, 2008, at her home. 


 


 

Stanley M. White 1919-2008 Stanley Matthew White, 89, Dunedin, Fla., native of Harbor Beach, passed away October 20, 2008 in Mease Hospital, Dunedin, Fla. He was born in Harbor Beach on February 28, 1919. He was united in marriage to Cora Jean Chappel in 1940; they lived in Lansing. He graduated from Harbor Beach High School in 1937, where he was class president, as well as a member of the baseball, basketball and football teams. He also performed in high school plays and participated on the debate team. He enrolled at Michigan State University in 1937. He worked at an Oldsmobile car factory and at the Capital Building in Lansing. In 1942, he was drafted into the military. He went to training camp at Ft. McClellan, Ala. where he was a member of the 99th infantry. In 1943 his company was shipped to England. During his travels he crossed the Remagen Bridge. His honors included three Battle stars, a purple heart and a bronze star. As a hobby, he would perform magic for the GI's during the war. He completed his education at Michigan State University, receiving a BA in English in 1946 and a MA in Education in 1947. He was a member of the Theta Alpha Phi Drama Fraternity. He was employed with the Flint Michigan Public Schools and the Mott Community College as a teacher for 30 years. During his teaching career, he coached debate and drama clubs and also assisted as a golf coach at Flint Central and Flint Southwestern High Schools. His hobbies included being a life long magician. He was elected as Vice-President for International Brotherhood of Magicians of Lansing and in 1970 he founded Magic Day for Michigan State Magic Convention. He retired to Dunedin, Fla. in 1978, where he became a member of the Dunedin C.C. in 1982. He also played "The Inspector" at the Showboat Dinner theater in the play "The Hostile Witness" starring Craig Stevens. He is survived by a daughter, Julie (Bill) Martin, Dearborn and a son, Roger White, Dunedin, Fla.; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; a brother, Bill (Grace) White and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cora Jean. Funeral services were held at the Curlew Funeral Home and burial took place in Curlew Hills Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Curlew Funeral Home

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Sub Deacon Lawrence Most

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THOMAS LOREN LANE CROSWELL Thomas Loren Lane, age 47, of Croswell, formerly of Caro, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Covenant Cooper in Saginaw. He was born on April 5, 1961 in Saginaw to Warner Lane and the late Shirley (Thorndike) Lane. He was a Caro High School graduate and received an Associates Degree in Applied Science and Business Management from Delta College. On May 31, 1997 Tom was united in marriage with the former Penny Carson in Caro at his parent's home. He loved the out-of-doors where he camped and fished with his friends and family. Tom is survived by his wife, Penny Lane; seven children, Nathaniel Lane and Katie Lane of Bay City, Chad Hunter of Lansing, Ryan Hunter-Hampton and partner, Ian Haley, of Clio, Jennifer (Alan) Brosky of Palatka, Florida, Shawn Hunter of Dayton, Ohio and Nathaniel Hunter of Palatka, Florida; his grandchildren, Savannah and Lauren; his father, Warner Lane of Caro; two siblings, Nancy (Rodney) Wilson of Millington and James (Jo Anne) Lane of Caro; his mother-in-law, Marline Carson of Sandusky; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, John Carson of Sandusky and Lori Zeig of Port Huron; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Lane. The funeral service was held at the Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Pastor James Bruner officiating of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Millington. Burial was at the Indianfields Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Thomas L. Lane family discretionary fund, c/o Penny Lane, 4055 Black River Rd., Croswell, Michigan 48422. Arrangements made by Collon Funeral Home, Inc., Caro.

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TRUDELL THOMAS I 

Wednesday, 5 to 8 p.m. (Elk's service 7 p.m.) with memorial services Thursday, 1:30 p.m. at the MacDonald's Funeral Home - Howell (517-546-2800). Memorial contributions are suggested to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Please visit the family's online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com


 


 

Terry A. Swihart

Sunday, November 30, 2008 8:10 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Terry A. Swihart, 59, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Friday evening Nov. 28, 2008, at his home. He was born Dec. 28, 1948, in Jackson, Mich.,the only child to Theodore and Eleanora (Waltke) Swihart. Terry had resided nearly his whole life in Burr Oak. On Aug. 7, 1978, he married Patricia A. Jenkins in Waukegan, Ill. She died Aug. 5, 2001. Terry was a truck driver by trade and had driven for Federal Paper, White Supply, Tri-State Motor Carriers and Pigeon River Materials. He was a 38 year member of B.P.O.E. Elks #1381 and Loyal Order of Moose #574. He enjoyed reading watching drag racing, football and basketball. His real pride and joy were his many animals. Terry is survived by two daughters, Lisa (Todd) Rumsey of Sturgis and Melissa (Eric) Berg of Sturgis; three sons, Keith “Teddy” (Bry) Swihart of Coldwater, Shawn Michael Swihart of Bronson and Carl Martins, Jr. of Kenosha, Wisc.; six grandchildren, Kirsten, Kaitlynne and Matthew Berg, Tyler Rumsey and Crane and Dustin Swihart. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. Private graveside services and burial of the ashes will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis is handling the arrangements. Memorial donations would be most appreciated to the funeral home to help with expenses c/o: Hackman Family Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 9, Sturgis, MI 49091.  


 


 

Terry Reisch

Friday, November 28, 2008 3:31 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Terry Reisch, Ph.D., age 49, Professor of German at Hillsdale College, died on Friday, Nov. 21, 2008 after a brief, intense struggle with cancer. He was at home under Hospice care at the time of his passing with family and friends at his side. Dr. Reisch was born Oct. 1, 1959 in Reading, Pa. to Marlene (Showalter) Reisch and Martin L. Reisch, who both survive their son.  After graduation from Wilson High School in West Lawn, Pa. he went on to receive his B.S. in Education, German and French from Millersville State University in 1981, his M.A. in German from Penn State University in 1984, and his Ph.D. in German from State University of New York-Albany in 1992.  His educational experience before coming to Hillsdale College also included a Fulbright Teaching Assistantship in Braunshweig, Germany in 1983 and a Lectureship in Germany at the University of Wurzburg in 1986. From 1988 until his death Dr. Reisch taught in the German department at Hillsdale College and will be remembered by his students as a fine teacher and engaging personality. Highlights of his teaching career, which receive special praise from students, were summer sessions in the German department's overseas program and seminars on Holocaust literature. Exile and Holocaust studies were Dr. Reisch’s areas of academic specialization and along with his scholarly articles and presentations is his recently published book, Hitler’s Hostages, co-authored with Charles E. Harrar, which concentrates on the degradation of Germans under the Nazi regime. In recognition of his many contributions to the College, Dr. Reisch was promoted to full professor during his illness. Colleagues will sorely miss Professor Reisch and especially telling will be the absence of his quick and acerbic wit. Terry Reisch married Maria (Moreno-Perez) in 1983 and their son Sebastian was born in 1991. The clever, rather reserved German boy from western Pennsylvania and the sharp, feisty Cubana from New York City, a pair straight out of central casting for the opposites attract marriage, as most young academic couples, had their share of moving in their early days until Terry received his post at Hillsdale. They set up their final home in Hillsdale on Broad Street in 1994. Terry's hobbies included house renovation, woodworking, NASCAR and the odd round of golf. The family's energies had the last few years been focused on the fortunes of the Hillsdale High School cross-country team of which Sebastian was a member.  Terry, a cross-country runner himself, was an avid supporter of the team and was cheered in his illness by its great success this year. He was particularly proud of the team’s character and the friendships he made through his association with coaches, runners and other team supporters were of the utmost importance to him. Other than his parents, wife and son, Terry is survived by his sister, Bonnie (Reisch) Bunce and her husband David Bunce of Naples, Fla.; along with their children, William E. Bunce II and Jonathan T. Bunce; nephews, Richard Reisch of Bernville, Pa., Edward J. McGlone III of Long Island, N.Y., Louis A. Marinaro of Westchester, N.Y.; and great-niece, Averi Reisch of Bernville, Pa.  Terry was preceded in death by his older brother, Martin T. Reisch in 2000. A memorial service for Terry Reisch is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Saturday at Markel Auditorium located in the Sage Center on the Hillsdale College campus. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial donations in Terry Reisch’s name may be directed to Hillsdale Hospice, to whose members the Reisch family wishes to express its profound gratitude, or to a charity of one's choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Theodore Mitchell, 82

Monday, December 1, 2008 1:10 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Theodore “Ted” Mitchell, age 82, of Edwardsburg, MI, died Friday, November 28, 2008, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, IN, following an extended illness. He was born November 18, 1926 in Hammond, IN, to Francis and Dorothy (Holder) Mitchell, and lived in Niles and Buchanan most of his life, moving to Edwardsburg in 1992. Mr. Mitchell was retired from the Clark Equipment Company, Buchanan, and had also been employed by Haworth Furniture of Holland and the Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy. Ted was a former member of the Michiana Christian Embassy, Niles, and currently a member of New Life Community Church, South Bend. He enjoyed antiques, maintaining a booth at the Four Flags Antique Mall,     Niles.  He also enjoyed woodworking and renovating houses. On January 5, 1946 in Jeanette, PA, he married the former Hazel A. Eade, who survives. Also surviving are their children, Arlene Maxim of Troy, Linda (Jack) Wagner of Bargerville, IN, Ted (Francine) Mitchell of Edwardsburg, and Tim (Jolie) Mitchell of Battle Creek; 14 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; his brother, Edwin Mitchell of Worcester, MA; and sister, Nonie Clements of Kissimmee, FL. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Mitchell and Francis Mitchell; and a sister, Ida Wells. The funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. today at New Life Community Church, South Bend. Committal services will follow at Edwardsburg Cemetery and will conclude with full military honors by American Legion Post #51, Buchanan. Contributions in memory of Ted Mitchell may be made to the resident activity fund of Hoosier Home Care.


 


 

Theodore Thompson

THOMPSON - Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Theodore Thompson, Jr., will be celebrated 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 4 at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 1630 Godfrey Ave. SW. Visitation Wednesday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave. and one hour prior to the service on Thursday at church. A complete obituary along with memories and condolences to Theodore's family are available at: www.stegengafuneralchapel.com


 


 

Thomas Coe, 60

Monday, December 1, 2008 1:25 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thomas Michael Coe, 60, a resident of Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, died 11/28/2008 of natural causes. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald. Surviving are his parents, Tom and Betty Coe; daughter, Rebecca Stieg; granddaughter, Willow; sisters, Marie (James) Diebold and LeeAnn Samczyk; nieces, Deana (Derrick) Stahl, Tamara (Eric) Thomas, Shannon (Lee) Gibson, Heather (Martin) Jeakle, Nichole (Micah) Veith and Sara Pace. Tom was also a great-uncle and friend to many. A private memorial is being held. Memorial contributions may be made to: Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, Member Needs, 3000 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505.


 


 

Thomas W. Andrews, 61

Thomas W. Andrews, 61, walked on while surrounded by his loving family at Hiland Cottage on Nov. 27, 2008. 


 


 

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RUTH ANN (BOULLE) WILKINS, of Hillsdale, N.J., passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, at Emerson Health Care Center. A memorial service will be held in the spring in New Jersey. 


 


 

WHEATLEY ANTOINETTE 

November 30, 2008. Age 87 Beloved wife of the late James F. Wheatley. Dear sister of Lucia Papa. Dear mom of Patsy (Steve) Mikolajczyk. Loving Nana of Holly Rifenbark (John Kulik). Great grandmother of Kayla and Scott. Also survived by many cousins and extended family and friends. Visitation Wednesday 12-9 p.m. at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Avenue at Vernier Rd. Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Thursday 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service 11:00 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, 15932 E. Warren, Detroit 48224. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ United Methodist Church Food Pantry.


 


 

Warren S. Gurk

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:45 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Warren S. Gurk, age 83, of Clinton died Monday, Dec. 1, 2008. He was born on March 9, 1925, in Ann Arbor, the son of Ruben and Henrietta (Steffe) Gurk. He married Loretta Nagel on April 10, 1977. Warren served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. He was an Inspector for Ford Motor Company, Saline, until retiring in 1988, and was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tecumseh. In addition to his wife, Loretta, he is survived by his two sons, James Hartman of Phoenix, Ariz., and Robert (MaryJo) Gurk of Ypsilanti; one daughter, Sherry (Arthur) Paul of Comstock Park, Mich.; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Thomas, four brothers and one sister. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Clinton Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Dec. 5, at 11 a.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tecumseh with the Rev. Philip Krieger officiating. Burial will be private in Glen Eden Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

William J. Rodger

Friday, November 28, 2008 3:29 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William J. Rodger, 62, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor. Will was born July 14, 1946, in Valparaiso, Ind., the son of James and Vivian (Sproul) Rodger. He attended Kellogg Community College, Battle Creek, where he met his wife, Deborah Kay Blanchard. They were married June 29, 1968. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Debbie, and their three sons, James “J.D.” (Trisha), Steven and Michael. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Austin, Dakota, Brittany, Maverick and Eleecea. Will worked at Kroger’s in Hillsdale for 18 years. In his spare time, Will loved watching NASCAR, working around the house and tinkering with wood. His love for his wife, family and friends will be sadly missed by all. A memorial gathering will be held from 2-6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 29 at the American Legion Post #53, Hillsdale. Donations can be made to the National Kidney Foundation.


 


 

William L. Hengy Aug. 9, 1929-Nov. 30, 2008

William L. Hengy, 79, of Monroe, died Sunday at 10:35 p.m. at Mercy Memorial Hospital.


 


 

William L. Hengy Nov. 30, 2008

William L. Hengy, 79, of Monroe died at 10:35 p.m. Sunday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. 

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