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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. |
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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 Mae Wiklanski, 74, of Bay Shore, died on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Anna Swaney, 86, of Reading, passed away Friday Nov. 28, 2008, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility where she had spent the last four months. Born Oct. 1, 1922, in Ohio, she was the daughter of Anthony and Mary (Behlek) Pavka. Anna graduated from Montgomery High School in 1942 and had worked at Weatherhead Co. at one time. She was also a beautician and a talented homemaker who will be remembered as a good cook. Her hobbies included a love of flowers, bowling on a league, golfing and playing cards. She also belonged to a charitable group in Elkhart, Ind., who provided toys and other items for local hospitals. Survivors include her husband, Paul Swaney, whom she married May 16, 1942; two sisters, Josephine Williams and Mildred Gripman, both of Montgomery; three brothers, George (June) Pavka, Kendallville, Ind.,  Joseph (Betty) Pavka, Reading and William (Laura) Pavka, Hillsdale. Preceding her in death were her parents, one brother, (John) and one sister, (Mary). A memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with the Rev. Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Visitation is scheduled Saturday from 1 p.m. until time of service. Interment in California Corners Cemetery will take place at a later date.  Memorials are suggested to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. |
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Arthur E. Chapman, 85 of Monroe, died Tuesday November 25, 2008 at 11:58 p.m. at Mercy Memorial Nursing Care Center. |
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Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Bernice D. Allen, 88, of Ironwood, died peacefully early Sunday morning, Nov. 30, 2008, surrounded by her family, in Ironwood. |
Betty Jane Alldread passed from this life at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008, at her home on Main Street in Boyne City. Her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Andy Poineau of East Jordan, were with her when she died. She was 90. |
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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Breanna Lynne Ashley, 17 of Temple, passed away Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 at MidMichigan Medical Center–Clare. Breanna was born Dec. 15, 1990 in Midland, the daughter of Keith L. and Melissa R. (Mann) Ashley. Breanna had resided in Temple since 2007, coming from Gladwin. |
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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. |
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Carolyn Jean DeLeeuw Essenburgh, age 58, died Wednesday, December 3, 2008, at Hospice House in Holland following complications of liver disease.  She was born in Holland on February 27, 1950, and was the third of thirteen children born to Warner and Frayna DeLeeuw, who preceded her in death.  Carolyn lived in Holland her entire life and graduated from Holland Christian High School in 1968 and Hope College in 1972.  She was educated as a teacher and had worked at Meijer, Big Dutchman and later as a substitute teacher in area schools.  Since its inception in the Holland area in 1985, she had been an active participant in Bible Study Fellowship and had served in various leadership capacities in that organization until the end of her life.  Carolyn touched many lives by her fine example of belief and trust in God.  She was also an excellent cook and seamstress, and an avid reader who collected dolls and loved traveling.  Carolyn was devoted to her grandsons.  In 1970, Carolyn married Thomas Essenburgh, her loving husband of 38 years, who survives her.  She is also survived by her daughter, Susan Behrendt and her husband, Drew;  her son, Robert Essenburgh and Lindsey Fulks, all of Holland; grandsons, John Russell (J.R.) Bouws and Parker Drew Behrendt. Also surviving are her twelve brothers and sisters and their spouses, Ann and Robert Decker of Louisville, Kentucky, Dr. Warner and Lynne DeLeeuw of Grand Rapids, Nancy and John Bolt of Holland, Gayle and Michael Grotenhuis of West Olive, Faith and Calvin Prins of Holland, Daniel and Joan DeLeeuw of Holland, Dawn and Preston Kragt of Holland, Janice and Scott VandenBerg of Holland, Kristi and Michael Dekker of West Olive, David (Duke) and Jennifer DeLeeuw of West Olive, John and Debra DeLeeuw of Zeeland, and Steven and Lori DeLeeuw of West Olive; her sister-in-law, Carol Roberts of Holland; 36 nieces and nephews; 15 great-nieces and great-nephews.  She is also survived by her paternal aunts, Mrs. Abe  (Clara) DeLeeuw of Holland, Mrs. Henry (Wilma) DeLeeuw of Muskegon, and Mrs. Frank (Nell) Wiers of Grand Rapids; her maternal uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Colman of Algonac; and many cousins.   Visitors may greet Carolyn’s family in the great room at Harderwyk Christian Reformed Church, West Lakewood Boulevard, Holland, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and  6:00-8 p.m. Friday, December 5. Carolyn’s life will be celebrated at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, at the church.  There will be a private burial at a later date in the DeLeeuw family plot in Lakewood Cemetery, Holland.  Contributions in memory of Carolyn Essenburgh may be made to Holland Christian Schools, 956 Ottawa Avenue, Holland, Michigan, 49423; Arthritis Foundation – Michigan Chapter, 1050 Wilshire Drive, Suite 302, Troy, Michigan, 48084; National Kidney Foundation, 1169 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48108; or American Liver Foundation, 75 Maiden Lane, Suite 603, New York, New York, 10038.  Arrangements are by the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Holland. Please visit www.lifestorynet. com  for further information.     |
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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Charlotte H. Taylor Oscoda Charlotte H. Taylor, of Oscoda, MI., passed away Tuesday (December 2, 2008) at her home. Mrs Taylor was born on October 2, 1919 in Lapeer. Charlotte was a lifetime member of the Eastern Star Lodge of Lapeer. She is survived by a son, Wilson, Jr. (Carole); grandchildren, Jeff of Grand Rapids, Greg of Wyoming, Kim Whittaker of Davison, Matthew of Lapeer and Nathan of Flint, and their spouses also 8 great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. A memorial service will be held at a future date. Arrangements by: Buresh-Bennett Funeral Home, Oscoda, MI. (989)739-7468 |
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• Clarence "Pete" Harvey, 72, of Manistee, died Monday, Dec. 1. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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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David M. Wampler Jr died unexpectedly Tuesday November 25, 2008. |
Dolores J. Gallagher Clifford Dolores J. Gallagher, age 77, passed away Tuesday (December 2, 2008) at Covenant Medical Center - Cooper in Saginaw. She was born October 2, 1931 in Lansing to the late Frank and Mary (Chambers) Kraai. She married Peter Gallagher on Beaver Island on April 23, 1949. They later moved to Marlette and then to Clifford. She attended Everett High School in Lansing. She worked at Metal Craft Industries as a press operator for 29 years and 4 years at Ligon Factory in Almont until her retirement. She was a long time member of the St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Clifford. She is survived by her daughters, Sharon (Kenneth) Wilcox and Vickie (Alan) Gould both of Marlette; grandchildren Michael (Loni) Gass of Lapeer, Rodney (Brandy Gass) Fernandez of Middleburg, Fl., Jason Gallagher of Clifford, Nicholas Gould of Cleveland, OH., and Trevor (Liberty) Gould of Caro; great grandchildren Chelsea Gass, Dorothy and Mary Fernandez, Mickenzie and Kody Gould, |
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Don L. McHenry, age 82, of Deerfield died Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008, at Arbor Hospice. Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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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, 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. |
Doris Beavers, age 92, of Gladwin passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2008 at MidMichigan Gladwin Pines. |
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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Dorothy N. Flewelling Columbiaville Dorothy N. Flewelling, age 77, of Columbiaville passed away Tuesday (December 2, 2008). Dorothy retired from St. Joes - Flint after working many years as a Nurses Aid. She had also been a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lapeer. She is survived by her husband, Frank Flewelling; son, Bruce Trenaman; 2 brothers; 2 sisters and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emmit and Beatrice; and her son, Dwight Trenaman. Cremation has already taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. To share an online condolence visit LynchFuneralDirectors.com |
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ELLEN J. LAMBERT MARLETTE Ellen J. Lambert, age 80, long time resident of Marlette passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 23, 2008 at the Marlette Regional Hospital. Mrs. Lambert has lived in Marlette most of her life and was previously from the Shabbona area. She was born January 28, 1928 in Shabbona, daughter to the late Harry and Margaret (Phillips) Mitchell. She was a graduate of Cass City High School. She married R. Curtis Lambert June 6, 1952 in Shabbona, he preceded her in death June 26, 1996. Ellen was a member of the Community of Christ Church in Marlette for many years. She worked for Metal Craft in Marlette for several years until her retirement. She enjoyed music, walking, gardening, shopping and most of all, her family. She is survived by her daughters, Dianna and Richard Chapin of Marlette and LuAnn and Dale Allen of Marlette; grandsons Jimmy and Diana Nepper of Elkton and Corey Nepper of Marlette; brother Hugh Mitchell of Caro; sisters Jean and John Wood ofSaint Louis and Donna and Otis Dorland of Shabbona. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services were held at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette, with Elder Dennis Herbert and Elder Eric Foster officiating. Burial was held in the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to the Community of Christ Church or Heaven Sent Ministries. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Marlette,MI, (989) 635-3658. www.marshfuneral.com |
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Mr. Edwin Verne Fredlund, 83, of Muskegon, formerly of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008, in Muskegon. He was born Sept. 10, 1925, in Escanaba, to Lawrence and Gladys (Sleeman) Fredlund. Mr. Fredlund married the former Alice Marjorie Sprague on June 25, 1949, in Litchfield. She preceded him in death on March 28, 2008. Verne was employed as an educator and administrator for Hillsdale Community Schools for nearly 40 years until his retirement in 1981. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Verne was a member of First United Methodist Church and was also a member of the American Legion and served on the YMCA Board. Survivors include two daughters, Marjorie A. (Ronn) Nelson of Whitehall and Lorrie L. Wilken of Grand Rapids; one son, Eric V. (Martha) Fredlund of Warren;  nine grandchildren, Michael, Elizabeth, Heather, Ian, Emilie, Allison, Jeff, Abbie, Matt and Katie Alice; two great-granddaughters, Hayley Hutchins and Cora Nelson; three brothers, Bob (Madeleine) Fredlund of Bellevue, Neb., Jim (Lockey) Fredlund of Grayling and Vic (Rosie) Fredlund of Tumwater, Wash.  A COMBINED MEMORIAL SERVICE for both Verne and Alice will be held at a later date. Mr. Fredlund will be laid to rest in Litchfield Township Cemetery. Memorial donations in Verne’s name may be given to Sanctuary at the Park, 570 Harvey St., Muskegon, MI 49442. Arrangements by The Lee Chapel, Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc., 6291 S. Harvey St., Muskegon, MI 49444, (231) 798-1100. |
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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. |
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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. |
Former Calvin College president dies Wednesday, December 3, 2008 12:38 PM - STEPHEN KLOOSTERMAN |
William Spoelhof, a past president of Calvin College, died Wednesday, Dec. 3. Spoelhof, 98, was president of Calvin from 1951 to 1976. He graduated from Calvin in 1931, taught as a professor of history and political science from 1946 to 1951 and then became president of his alma mater. After retiring from Calvin in 1976, he remained a visible figure on campus. He kept regular office hours, talked with students, socialized with faculty members and enjoyed taking part in various campus activities. Enrollment tripled during his 25-year tenure as Calvin’s president, increasing to more than 3,600 students. Current Calvin President Gaylen Byker was a student at Calvin when Spoelhof was president and became a close friend of Spoelhof’s since becoming president in 1995. “He was consummate scholar, leader, manager and Christian role model,” said Byker.  “His involvement very much shaped the college we know today as a leader in Christian, liberal arts education. He was thrust into the presidency and performed with great integrity and effectiveness for a quarter of a century.  On a personal level I will miss his friendship, his wisdom and his counsel a great deal.” The Associated Press contributed to this report. |
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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. |
Freda M. Looker, 84, of Gladwin passed away suddenly Nov. 25, 2008 at her home. She was born Feb. 15, 1924 in Gladwin to William and Rose (Schranz) Nettleton. |
STROM, Gail Lorraine (Hagerman) - Age 73, of Fenton, died Sunday, November 30, 2008 at Cleveland Clinic. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Friday, December 5, 2008 at First Presbyterian Church of Fenton, 503 S. Leroy St., Fenton with Pastor Dale Swihart officiating. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Fenton. Visitation will held 2-5 and 7-9 PM Thursday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the First Presbyterian Church of Fenton. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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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. |
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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.   |
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George W. Knickerbocker, 76, of Clark Lake, passed away on Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, at Battle Creek Health System in Battle Creek. He was born on March 29, 1932 in Michigan Center to Elden L. and Bernice Florence (Prine) Knickerbocker. He married Opal Charlene Stiverson on May 2, 1953 in Wheatland Township 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 U.S. Navy from 1953–55.  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 TV repairman for more than 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, jigsaw woodworking and ushering in church.  He was also an artist of cartoon characters. Surviving besides his wife are one son, Roger (Deborah) Knickerbocker 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, Ariz.; 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 a.m. Tuesday at the Heart O’Lakes United Brethren In Christ Church in Brooklyn with Pastor Milan Maybee officiating.  Burial will take place at Norvell Cemetery, in Norvell Township in Jackson County. Visitation will be from 2-4  and 6-8 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. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Geraldine E. "Jerrie" Burdeau, 95, of Ironwood, died Saturday evening, Nov. 29, 2008, in Ironwood. |
Millerick, Geraldine R. Indian Wells, California Formerly of Saginaw, MI Passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2008. Age 80 years. Geraldine's complete obituary will appear in Friday's edition of The Saginaw News. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). |
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. |
Glenn G. Weil Lapeer Glenn G. Weil, age 84, of Lapeer went to be with the Lord Monday (December 1, 2008). He passed away in the early morning hours and was surrounded by family at that time. Mr. Weil was a fighter pilot during WWII and served on the Detroit Police force for almost forty years, at which time he went to the North Branch Police as Chief, until he retired a second time in 1989, after 16 additional years of service. Mr. Weil was a loving grandfather and great grandfather who left his family with many memories. He was close to his children and grandchildren from the early years with his own children to the latter days with his grand and great grandchildren. Mr. Weil was actively involved in the ministries of several Baptist and Lutheran churches throughout his life. He is deeply loved and will be fondly remembered and missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Weil of Lapeer; daughter, Glenda (David) Bossenberger of Lapeer; son, Kirk W |
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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. |
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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.   |
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Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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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.   |
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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.   |
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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.   |
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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.   |
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Hester Volkers, 82, of Hamilton, died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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J. Vaughn Schott, age 77, of Grand Rapids, Mich., died Friday, Nov. 28, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Beverly (Lunak) Schott; one son, Timothy (Wendy) Schott; one daughter, Gretchen Quick; four grandchildren, Heather, Bobby and Matthew Quick and Brianna Schott; two sisters, Joy Hintz of Blissfield and Nancy Skinner of Clinton; two aunts, Leslie (Jim) Kuhn and Grethe Mumma, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hebert J. and Lois E. (Mumma) Schott, and one nephew, Terry Hintz. Memorial services will be held on Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at 11 a.m. at North Park Presbyterian Church in Grand Rapids. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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James “Ed” Cousino, age 60, passed away Nov. 29, 2008. Funeral services for James will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Chris Cadwallader officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh, with full military rites conducted by the V.F.W. Annis-Fint Post #1584. Visitation will be Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family for the grandchildren’s future education. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Jamie was born January 3, 1976 in Toledo, Ohio from the union of Michael Jacobs and Anetta (Blake) Jacobs. Jamie attended Erie Mason High School and graduated with the Class of 1994. Jamie married Shelley Bellestri on September 23, 2000. |
Janet L. Herbin, 75, of Ellenton passed away Nov. 27, 2008. She was born in Saginaw. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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Joan Walters, age 58, of Zeeland, went to be with her Lord after an extended illness Tuesday, December 2, 2008.  She was preceded in death by her father, Peter Bosch.  She was a member of Niekerk Christian Reformed Church and she retired as the Director of Allegan Head Start.  Joan was a graduate of Calvin College and earned her masters degree from Western Michigan University.  She is survived by her husband of eight years, David; children, Lori and David Geurink of Zeeland, Tracy and Marc Nykamp of Zeeland, Jon Cornell of Zeeland, Scott Walters of Hudsonville, Jim Walters of Willard, MO, Keith and Becky Walters of Zeeland; 10 grandchildren; mother, Ruth Bosch of Grand Rapids; sisters, Linda and Jim Fridsma of Grand Rapids, Nancy and Steve Key of Hull, IA, Ginny and Jim Proctor of Kentwood; father-in-law, Dennis Walters of Zeeland; brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Diane Walters of Zeeland, Mary Walters and Mike Dunlap of Zeeland, Beverly and Randy Hop of Zeeland, Bonnie and Mike Vande Vusse of Zeeland.  Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 5, 2008 at Niekerk Christian Reformed Church with Reverend J. William Van Der Heide officiating.  Visitation will be Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to the Christian Learning Center at Zeeland Christian School.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com. |
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 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 T. Phillips, age 83, of Gladwin for 26 years and previously of Royal Oak, died Nov. 30, 2008 in Triumph Hospital in Detroit. |
KELLEY, Kathryn (Clark) - Age 56, of Fenton, died Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at Genesys Health Park. Funeral services will be held 2 PM Friday, December 5, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden. Pastor Mike Anderson will officiate. Visitation will be held 10-9 PM Thursday and 9-12 PM Friday. Those desiring may make contributions to Genesys Health Foundation. Kathryn was employed at Isabella Bank in Mt. Pleasant. Surviving are: father, Frank Clark and wife Beverly; daughters, Brandee Ahlson and husband Benji, Erin Fennern; grandchildren, Jorden "Babers" and Christian "Buddy"; brothers and sisters, Robert Clark, Barb Fairbanks and husband Scott, Rebecca Prieur, Kenneth Clark and wife Barb; aunt, Susan Johnson and husband Douglas; uncle, David Kelly and wife Celia; special aunt, Kathryn Loban; special sister-in-law, Betsy Clark; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sharon Seibecker. On-line condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
SALIM, Kathryn - Of Frankenmuth, passed away, Monday, December 1, 2008. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Friday, December 5, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. Interment will follow at Sunset Hills Cemetery. Visitation will be held 1-4 and 6-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of sharpfuneralhomes.com |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Kim Marie Wedler-Hull, 50, of Bessemer, died Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008. |
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MERCER, Wis. -- LaVerne H. Hartigan, 88, of Mercer, died Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008, in Mercer. |
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Larry J. Borchardt, 64, of Pittsford, passed away Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008, at his home. He was born May 2, 1944 in Toledo, Ohio to Ernest and Helen (Stibbe) Borchardt. He was married July 10, 1971 to Penny Wilson and she survives. Larry retired from GM’s Delphi Plant in Adrian after 31 years of service. He has resided the majority of his life in the Pittsford area and grew up near Bedford. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. He is a  member of the Hillsdale American Legion and the UAW. Surviving besides his wife Penny are two children, LaWanda Jo Borchardt of Adrian and Waylon Borchardt of Pittsford; two grandchildren, Elizabeth and Gracie Bosquez; a sister, Lela (Paul) Silwester of Ottawa Lake; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Donald and sister Ruth. Funeral services for Larry Borchardt will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Dr. Samuel Wickard officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at the Whiteford Union Cemetery in Monroe County 2:30 p.m. Thursday. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to Hospice of Hillsdale or Liberty Bible Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. -- LeRoy Dellies, 82, of Grant Street, Iron Mountain, formerly of Watersmeet, was called home to the Lord on Dec. 2, 2008. His wife of 54 years, Anna, was by his side. |
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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FOX, Leslie Ann - Age 45, of Fenton, died Friday, November 28, 2008 due to an automobile accident. A memorial service will be held 5 PM Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. The family will receive friends from 3 PM until the time of service Wednesday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Leslie Ann Fox Memorial Fund. Leslie was born September 4, 1963 in Flint, the daughter of Delbert and Lois (Rose) Fox. She was a graduate of Fenton High School and had resided in Fenton most of her life. Surviving are: three children, John, Justin and Tristin Sandborn; mother, Lois; two sisters, Mora Fox and Marcia Friess; brother, David Fox; good friend, Steve Failing; several nieces and nephews. Leslie was preceded in death by: her father, Delbert and brother, Jeffrey Fox. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
Lloyd Charles Pendleton, 86, 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. |
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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.   |
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Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
Lucille G. Boggs, age 93 years of Lambertville, MI, died Monday, December 1, 2008 in The Goerlich Center, Sylvania, OH. |
Lucille Johnson Attica Lucille Johnson, age 87, of Attica, passed away Sunday (November 30,2008) at Lapeer Medical Care Facility. Lucille G. Kowalski was born on January 28, 1921 to Walter and Rose Kowalski. She married James W. Johnson on September 3, 1948 in Detroit. She grew up in Detroit. Lucille was a graduate from Nativity Commercial Catholic High School Class of 1935. She was as a secretary for McCord Corp Mfg. in Detroit for over 25 years. She lived in Attica for over 30 years. Lucille was a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Dryden. She is survived by her daughter, Joan (John) Gibbard of Attica; granddaughters, Linda (Paul) Schneider of Lapeer, Debbie Dame of of Armada, Cindy (Roger) Rainwater of Omaha, Nebraska, and Peggy (Gerald) Schlaud of Columbiaville; great-grandchildren, Mathew Schneider, Andy Schneider, Amanda Dame, Rebecca Dame and Tyler Dame, Jessica Rainwater, Bethany Rainwater and Sammy Schlaud. She was preceded in death by her husband, J |
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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. |
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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.   |
VOLLER, Mabel Irene - Age 92, of Fenton, formerly of Mt. Morris, died Sunday, November 30, 2008. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton with Rev. Ward N. Sipes officiating. Interment will follow at Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be held from 3-9 PM Friday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Covenant Hills Campground in Otisville. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituary page of sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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. |
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. |
Margaret Elizabeth Schick, beloved wife of the late Alton Schick and dear mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed away on Nov. 24, 2008, in Traverse City, at the age of 93. |
A memorial service for Marie I. Podhola, 86, of South Rockwood, who died Nov. 22, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Michigan Memorial Park, Huron Township. Tom Treece of Monroe will officiate. |
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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Marlies Garl, 63, of 115 E. Prairie Ave., White Pigeon, Mich., died Dec. 2, 2008, at Goshen General Hospital in Goshen, Ind., after an extended illness. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon where services are at 11 a.m. Friday with Rev. Wilbur Brandli officiating. Memorials may be made to the family. Envelopes are available at the funeral  home. |
Mary Ann Bowman Zech, 66, of Manassas, VA and formerly of Petersburg, MI passed away November 20th, 2008 surrounded by her family at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD after a battle with leukemia. |
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Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
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Patrick Virgil Rodgers, age 61, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 at his daughter’s home. Patrick was born March 17, 1947 in Jackson County to Leland and Anita Stahlhood Rodgers. He lived most of his life in Texas working as a carpenter, but recently moved to Quincy. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, brother Lincoln Rodgers and a sister Betty Rees. Survivors include first wife Sandra Colvin Smith, sisters Sandy and Deann, brother John and six children: Tina, Patrick, Tracy, Shallina, Nellie and Christopher. Per Patrick’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the family would be appreciated. Donations may be send to Mrs. Tina Notestine at 579 Orland Rd., Bronson, MI 49028. |
Pearl H. Spencer, age 93, of Milan died December 2, 2008 at Saline Evangelical Home. |
• Philip F. Senesac, 82, of Manistee, died Nov. 25. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
RAYMOND M. PATRICK LEXINGTON Raymond M. Patrick, age 79, died Sunday, November 16, 2008 in Clinton Aire, Clinton Twp. He was born March 23, 1929 in Port Huron, son of the late Albert G. & Goldie (Roseberry) Patrick. He married Donna Mae Singles on June 14, 1951 in Port Huron. She passed away on June 18, 2001. Raymond was a retired supervisor with General Dynamics. He was a member of the Elks, Eagles, Moose, VFW and Odd- fellows. Surviving are his sons, Raymond D. (Nancy) of Warren and Michael K. of Chesterfield. Brothers; Jerry, Guy, Orville and Eugene, Sister; Peggy. He has 4 grandchildren; Brad, Brendan, Elizabeth and Nicholas and 1 great granddaughter, Payton. Memorial services will be held at 11 am Saturday, December 6, in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington with Rev. Barry Sheldon, pastor of the St. Matthew Lutheran Church officiating. Inurnment will be in Bushnell National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL. Visitation will be from 10 to 11, time of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or Hospice. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc. |
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Randall J. Baar, age 73, of Holland, died Tuesday, December 2, 2008, at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus. Randall was born in Zeeland and graduated from Zeeland High School in 1953, Hope College in 1957, and received his masters degree from Michigan State University. He was a Financial Representative  with Northwestern Mutual for 45 years.  He received his CLU, ChFC, and was a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Round Table. Randall was a member of the Third Reformed Church and was active for many years with the Boy Scouts of America and was given the Silver Beaver Award for his lifelong involvement with scouting. Surviving are his wife, Judith, of 50 years; children, Scott R. Baar of Holland, Sarah and Tim VandenBerg of Holland, and Ann and Robert Feyen of Duluth, MN; daughter-in-law, Lisa Baar of Holland; grandchildren, Matthew Baar, Ellie Baar, Zachary VandenBerg, Hannah Feyen, and Connor Feyen; sister, Olga and Jason Schrotenboer of Zeeland; in-laws, Nancy and James Van Dam of Grand Haven and John Rypma of Holland; nephews, nieces, and cousins. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Saturday at the Third Reformed Church with  Rev. Kent Fry officiating.  Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery.  Visiting will be 6-8 p.m. Friday at Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Northwood Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the: Boy Scouts of America Gerald R. Ford Council DeVos Family Center for Scouting 3213 Walker Ave., NW Grand Rapids, MI 49544 For more information and an online registry, visit www.lifestorynet.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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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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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 |
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Robert O. Evans, former University of Kentucky Professor of English and director of the UK Honors Program, died December 1, 2008, at the age of 89.  Dr. Evans, who served in World War II as a cryptologist in the United States Army Intelligence service and received a unit citation for meritorious performance, was the son of Franklin B. and Arline H. Brown Evans. Married in 1941, he was predeceased by his wife, Margery Brooks Evans of Holland, MI; his brother, Franklin B. Evans, Jr.; and one son, Robert O. Evans, Jr.  He is survived by a daughter, Michele (Bruce) Chosney of Indianapolis;  son, Douglas Brooks (Christine) Evans of Kuwait; five grandchildren, Barbara (Tony) Hathaway of Lexington,  Gabrielle (Jami) Nabi of Carlsbad, CA, Brett Chosney of Indianapolis, Craig Chosney of New York, NY, and Andrew  (Jenna) Evans of Amherst, MA;  four great-grandchildren, Doug Evans, Nichelle Hathaway, Kamillah Nabi and Ashlan Nabi. Dr. Evans is a graduate of St. Petersburg High School, St. Petersburg, FL.  He received an A.B. degree from the University of Chicago in 1941, an M.A. degree from the University of Florida, and a Ph.D in English Literature from the University of Florida in 1984.  He did post-doctoral work at Harvard University and at Heidelburg University in Germany. He was an instructor in English at the University of Florida, a Professor of English at the University of Kentucky from 1954 to 1980, Director of the University Honors Program at UK from 1962-1978, Professor of English at the University of New Mexico and director of their Honors Program until his retirement in 1985.   He was a member of the graduate faculty at the University of Kentucky, a member of the University Faculty Senate, and a special assistant to former UK President, John W. Oswald.  For many years he served as Marshall of the University of Kentucky.  He served as director of 12 doctoral dissertations.  He was a visiting Professor at UCLA, the University of Wisconsin at Madison, the University of Saarbrucken in Germany, the American College in Paris, France, and a Fullbright Professor at the University of Helsinki in Finland.  Dr. Evans was a member of Phi Beta Kappa honorary society and Phi Kappa Phi.  He received the University of Kentucky Alumni Great teacher award.  He is past president of Phi Beta Kappa, University of Kentucky chapter, and the University of New Mexico chapter.  He is past president of the National Collegiate Honors Council, and is listed in the Directory of American Scholars and Who's Who in America.  He is the author and/or editor of six books, including works on Shakespeare, Milton, Graham Greene, and William Golding.  He co-authored Studies in Style with Professor J. Max Patrick and translations of Jorge Luis Borges with Professor L. Clark Keating.  He has published over 50 scholarly articles and reviews on a variety of subjects, including Classical Greek language and literature, and was a major contributor to the Princeton Encyclopedia of Poetry and Poetics. Dr. Evans was a trustee of the Macatawa Cottagers Association in Macatawa, Michigan, for 25 years and president of the association for four annual terms.  He was a member of the Christ Church Cathedral in Lexington, KY, a life member of the Shaw Society, London, England, a former member of the South Shore Country Club in Chicago, and was honored in 2002 at the 88th annual meeting of the American Association of University Professors. Funeral service will be conducted at 4 p.m. Saturday, December 6 at Milward-Southland where friends may call after 3 p.m.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery in Holland, MI.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. or the American Heart Assoc. www.milwardfuneral.com   |
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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 J. “Tom” Traxler, 76, of Coldwater died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, at his home. The service will be held on Monday, Dec. 8, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Gilbert and Pastor Carl Schell of the Coldwater Wesleyan Church officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Camden Cemetery. Ronald was born on September 23, 1932 in Camden, Ohio to Alva and Corda (Mocherman) Traxler. He married Rita (Taber) Snyder on April 12, 1980. Tom grew up in a large, loving family in Montgomery, a twin with eleven brothers and sisters. He graduated from Montgomery High School and worked for Corning’s in Albion for 23 years and Eckrich for 18 years, retiring in 1993. Tom enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing cards with his family. He always enjoyed the Traxler family reunions and a chance to see all of his extended family. Ron was blessed with a son Ron (Penny) Traxler, Jr. of Reading; daughters Annette (Michael) Smitley of Athens, Lou Ann Payne of Coldwater, Tina (Dennis) Scheidler of Coldwater, Jill (Jennie) Becks of Coldwater, Jackie (Stanley) Champion of Reading, Pam (Jim) Bowers of Litchfield, Sandy (Minion) Johns of Reading, Penny (Larry) Bump of Hillsdale and Marilyn Adams of Reading; brothers Richard (Helen) Traxler of Camden, his twin brother Donald (Pat) Traxler of Montgomery and Paul (Laura) Traxler of Quincy; sisters Mary Horney of Grand Rapids and Bessie Sharp of Hillsdale and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Lawrence, his sisters Judy, Edith, Leona, Wanda Laurabelle and step-daughter Sharon Lange. Memorials may be directed to the Coldwater Fresenius Medical Care Unit. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook. |
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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.   |
Rosemary E. Ewen, age 82, of LaSalle, formerly of Toledo, Ohio, died November 27, 2008 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
Ruth L. LaFeve, age 89, of Harrison, Michigan, formerly of Monroe County, died on December 3, 2008 in Roscommon Township, Michigan. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Carleton Chapel on December 5, 2008 from 1 to 9 PM. |
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at Jarzembowski Funeral Home, 18957 W. Warren Ave. at Artesian, Friday 12-9 p.m. Parish Rosary Friday 7 p.m. In state at St. Christopher Church Saturday 10:30 a.m. Mass of resurrection 11 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetary. |
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Age 97. December 3, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Henry for 70 years. Dear mother of the late Elizabeth Burke. Loving grandmother of Donna (John) Willacer, Diane Bulmer, Denise Trzaskos and Dawn (Jake) Tolle. Great grandmother of Matthew, Angela, Candice, Bradley, Aundrea, Amber, and Ashley. Memorial Service Saturday 10:00 a.m. at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800. Donations can be made to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 33351, Detroit, MI 48232. On Line sympathy message at www.obriensullivanfunralhome.com |
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Age 62 of Gladwin, formerly of Commerce Twp. died December 3, 2008. Beloved husband of four years to Patti. Loving father of Sandra (Mondel) Hightower and Kristie (Sri) Ram. Stepfather of David (Alesha) Kleinert, and Rodney (Carolyn) Neubecker. Grandfather of Alex, Karissa, Maliah, Makenna, Srina, Nalin, William, Hunter, Tyler and Ember. Dear son of Nettie and the late Granville F. Slusher. Brother of Granville (Deborah) Slusher and Jeffrey (Carol) Slusher. Also survived by his former wife Sandy and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his dear friend Alvie Lawson. Mr. Slusher was part owner of Michigan Machine Tool Control Corp. in Commerce Township and was a U.S. Navy Veteran. Friends may visit Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 340 Pontiac Trail Walled Lake (3 Blks. S. of Maple Rd.) Saturday 3-9 p.m. and at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, 440 East Cedar Ave. Gladwin, MI Monday 12-9 p.m. Memorials to the family appreciated. Condolences at |
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Saturday 2-9 p.m., Sunday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday 10 a.m. at A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr Rd. at Masonic (13 ½ Mile Rd.) Warren. ahpeters.com |
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Saturday, December 6 from 10 a.m. till the time of the service, 12 noon at L.A. Turowski Funeral Home, 9300 Middlebelt Rd.(North of Joy). Interment at Detroit Memorial Park West. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Disabled American Veterans. www.neely-turowski.com |
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will be 3-8 p.m. on Friday, December 5, 2008 at Muir Brothers Funeral Home in Almont. A funeral Mass will be said at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Dryden. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Hospital (www.stjude.org) or Salvation Army (www.salvationarmyusa.org). Arrangements entrusted to Muir Brothers Funeral Home in Almont, and you may share your thoughts with the family at www.MuirBrothers.com |
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Age 51, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at her residence. Family hour 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 6, 2008 from the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 268 N. Perry St., with funeral service commencing immediately at 11 a.m. Pastor Willie Robinson, Sr, officiating. Interment Perry Mount Park Cemetery, 878 N. Perry St. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the funeral home 10:30 a.m. Saturday. |
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Age 69, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2008. Beloved husband of Kathleen A. Stremersch. Father of Christopher (Elena), Gregory (Sandra), and Robert (Lakia). Brother of Richard Stremersch and Fran (Tom) Warren. Grandfather of Daniel, Rebecca, Jacob, Gabrielle, Lindsey, Janice, Christina, and Robert Jr. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Earl's wishes are that he be donated to Wayne State University School of Medicine. |
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IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Saima Walkonen, 83, longtime resident of Ironwood Township, died peacefully on Monday morning, Dec. 1, 2008, surrounded by her family in Marquette. |
Sewell Collins, 72, of Monroe, died at 9:37 p.m. Sunday in his home. |
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Monroe, Mich. - Sister Eleanor Sekol, IHM, 80, died Wednesday, Dec. 3, at St. John Hospital in Detroit. Sister Eleanor was one of eight children, three girls and five boys, of John and Marie (Fouchey) Sekol. She was born Oct. |
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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Steve Kuti was born January 5, 1939 in Rabapatona, Hungary to the union of Istvan Kuti and Gizella (Bencze) Kuti. Steve left Hungary during the Revolution in 1956. He joined the United States Army and was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division. |
Steve Kuti, 69, of The Villages, Florida, formerly of Monroe County, died Saturday, Nov. 29. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
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Steven Mark Mason, 56, of Coldwater, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008. He was born July 30, 1952 in Battle Creek to Elvin E. and Helen L. (Torrey) Mason. He was raised in Battle Creek, then moved to Ludington from 1975 until 2000 when he moved to Coldwater. He was a graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. The last eight years, he has worked at ConAgra Foods in Quincy. Steven is survived by his mother Helen Groux of Battle Creek, brother Donald (Dawn) Mason of Battle Creek, sister-in-law Pamela Mason of Coldwater, half sister Judy Stansberry of Battle Creek, nephews Jesse (Amy) Mason, Christopher (Amy) Mason, Donald (Starlene) Mason, Jr., Jeffrey Mason and Benjamin Stansberry, niece Susan (Rob) Hosack, three great nieces and three great nephews. He was preceded in death by his father in 1992 and brother Harold in 2002. Steven enjoyed auto racing (NASCAR and Butler Motor Speedway) and football, especially Minnesota Vikings and U of M teams. Visitation will be Friday, Dec. 5, 2008 from Noon until 2:30 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater. Funeral services will follow at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. James Codde officiating. Interment will follow at the Mason Cemetery in Coldwater Township. Memorial contributions may be made to Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, Coldwater, (517) 278-2311. |
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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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.   |
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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. |
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 |
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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. |
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WENOKUR DR BRUCE |
Beloved husband of Kathryn Wenokur. Dear father of Rachel and Sara Wenokur. Loving son of Dr. Milford and Barbara Wenokur. Devoted brother of Wendy (Dr. Louis) Nichamin, Dr. Randy (Heidi) Wenokur and Jeremy (Hila) Wenokur. Dearest son-in-law of Jacinta Sabac. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES SUNDAY, 2:30 PM AT THE ADAT SHALOM MEM. PARK CEMETERY IN LIVONIA. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL (248) 406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com |
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Burke, Warren M. Bay City, Michigan Mr. Burke passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at Covenant HealthCare in Saginaw, age 79 years. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home on Thursday from 2:00 to 5:00 & 7:00 to 9:00pm. A complete obituary will be published in Thursday's edition. |
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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. |
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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 Kenneth Vance, 79, of Saline, died Tuesday. Visitation will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan, from noon until 2 p.m. Friday where services are pending. |
William L. Hengy, 79, of Monroe, died Sunday at 10:35 p.m. at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
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Wyla Brown, 79, of Adrian and formerly of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008, at her home. She was born Aug. 18, 1929, in Adrian, to Vern and Pearl (Shewman) Carr. She married Donald L. Brown Oct. 18, 1947, in Adrian, and he preceded her in death April 15, 1986. Wyla worked at many places and was most recently employed at Kustom Fit in Pioneer, Ohio and Fairway in Hillsdale. She was a very lucky avid bingo player and was always willing to help her family and friends. Surviving Wyla are nine daughters, Diana (Gary) Howard, Kathy (Terry) Ragless and Becky Smith all of Adrian, Jane (Nevarrow) Black of Hillsdale, Robin (Doyle) Pike and Jennifer (Don) Thompson of Morenci, Dawn Smith of Ransom, Joann (Ed) Frazer of West Unity, Ohio and Tina Clement of Hudson; three sons, Don Brown Jr. and Dan Brown of Hillsdale and Tom (Melissa) Brown of Jonesville; 29 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and one brother, Donald Carr of Florida. Wyla was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one daughter, Rose McMichael; one son, Ronald Brown; one granddaughter, Kate Lynn Brown; one great-grandson, Braxton Lynn Pike; two sisters, Rozella Kerr and Gertrude Tanner; five brothers, Paul, Henry, George, Raymond and Vern Carr and two sons-in-law, Ken Smith and Doug Clement. Funeral services for Wyla will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Interment will follow in Waldron Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to the family. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Age 91, of Appleton, Wisconsin. Beloved sister of Susan Remias. Dear aunt to Susan (Bob) Balza, Betty (Gene) Jahnke and Stephen J. (Bobbie) Remias. 37 year employee of Hudson's, peacefully entered eternal life December 4, 2008. Information: |
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Zora E. Pyne, 84, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born Sept.1, 1924 in Scipio Township to Edward and Christena (Dow) Smith. She was first married to Keith Flint, he preceded her in death. She later married Henry Pyne and he preceded her in death in 1993. Surviving are three daughters, Beverly Peiffer of Sarasota, Fla., Ruth (Larry) Merillat of Osseo and Linda Compton of Osseo and her companion Andy Welden of Jonesville; four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, three stepgreat-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and a brother, Rex (Jere) Smith of Osseo. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, two sisters and three brothers. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Interment will take place at a later date at Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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