Sunday, January 4, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 1/04/09


 


 


 

ALBERT L. MCCOON MARLETTE Albert L. McCoon passed away peacefully among family and friends Thursday, December 18, 2008 at Marlette Hospice House. He was born August 18, 1929 in Fairgrove, son to the late James B. and Edith (Sangster) McCoon, and lived in Marlette since early childhood. He was a life-long resident of Tuscola County. He married Naomi Crisan on his birthday, August 18, 1951 in Bad Axe and they raised five wonderful children. They owned and operated a dairy farm in the Marlette area and were members of the Tuscola County Retarded Children's Association. He drove bus for Marlette Schools for over 30 years and also drove for the Marlette Athletic teams for most of that time. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. He is survived by his sons; Robert McCoon of Davie, Florida, Donnie McCoon of Marlette and Allen McCoon of Marlette, daughter; Deborah (Don) Bonwell of Rogers, Arkansas, grandchildren; Chase and Kendra Bonwell of Rogers, Arkansas and Tony Bonwell of Warren, Michigan, sisters; Linda Gomes of Marlette, Carole Dalrymple of Flint, Sister-in-law; Johanna McCoon of Marlette and many special nieces and nephews. Albert was preceded in death in October by his wife of 57 years, Naomi his daughter; Janet, his parents, his brothers; Robert and Jack McCoon and sister Joyce Cook. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette with Pastor Hubert Howell officiating. Internment was held in Siple Cemetery, Marlette, MI. Donations made be made to the Family or Marlette Hospice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. www.marshfuneral.com

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ALLEN MARGARET A 

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ARDATH E. MALTBY MARLETTE Ardath E. Maltby, age 96, of Marlette, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 21, 2008 at Marlette Extended Care Facility in Marlette. Mrs. Maltby lived in Marlette with her daughter Joan and was previously from the Flint area. She was born August 12, 1912 in Reed City, daughter to the late Louis and Betsy (McLachlan) McDonald. She married John McKay in 1935 who was an instructor at GMI for 20 years, he died in 1967. She then married Earl Maltby in 1974. He was a CPA at Dupuis & Ryden for 35 years and he died in 1993. Ardath was an elementary principal in the Flint School District for 29 years, retiring in 1974. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Michigan Retired School Personnel and Community Presbyterian Church in Flint. She enjoyed reading , gardening and most of all, her family. She is survived by her daughter; Joan Jensen of Marlette, son; Charles (Sandra) McKay of Swartz Creek, brother; Eldon (Elayne) McDonald of Kaleva, 4 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, brother Donald McDonald and sisters; Katherine Williams and Alta Shore. Ardath had a beautiful Christian life, full of sunshine and cheer, dispensing comfort and consolation wherever she went. She will be greatly missed by all who were privileged to know her. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Marlette First Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Chris Wolf officiating. Memorials may be donated to Marlette First Presbyterian Church or American Diabetic Association. Special thanks to Marlette Extended Care Facility and staff. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. (989) 635-3658. www.marshfuneral.com

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AROLD FRANK 

Age 85. January 1, 2009 suddenly. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth. Dear father of Gordon (Carol), Frank Jr. (Mary) and John (Debra). Grandfather of Kelly (Christian) Hansen, Bryon, Scott, Kristopher and Kerry. Great-grandfather of Molly Elizabeth. Memorial gathering Monday 6 p.m. until time of memorial service 7 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Share your memories at


 


 

Allen M. Johnson May 27, 1940-Jan. 1, 2009

Allen M. Johnson, 68, of Monroe, died at 7:53 a.m. Thursday in the emergency room at Mercy Memorial Hospital. He had been ill for six years.


 


 

Arlene Marie DeRosso

Wednesday, December 31, 2008 12:50 PM

WAUSAU, Wis. -- Arlene Marie DeRosso died unexpectedly Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008, at her home in Wausau. 


 


 

Arthur L. Steinman 

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


 


 

BARNO RITA ANN 

Tuesday 1-8 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Prayers Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home. Mass 10 a.m. at St. Colette Catholic Church, 17600 Newburgh Rd., Livonia. Please share a message with the family at: www.haryjwillfuneralhome.com


 


 

BARROW YVONNE M 

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BARSON JAMES R 

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BELCASTRO DONNA MARIE 

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BLEISCH BERNARD C 

Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 2-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI. Funeral Mass Wednesday, January 7, 2009, in state 11 a.m. with Mass at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Refuge Parish, 3750 Commerce Road, Orchard Lake, MI. 


 


 

BOLANOWSKI DELPHINE MYRTLE 

of Jackson, MI, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2009 at Arbor Manor Care Center at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Walter. She is survived by five children, Darryl (Gay) Bolanowski, of Mancelona, MI, Darlene (Gary) Johnson, of Chelsea, MI, Donna Lesser of Chelsea, MI, Delphine (Edward) Goodrich, of Ovid, MI and Dwight Bolanowski, of Largo, Florida. Several grandchildren and great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. At her request cremation has taken place and there will be no service at this time. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Allegiance Hospice. Wetherby Funeral Home, 402 Wildwood Ave, Jackson, MI 49201, 517-787-7511.


 


 

BONNICI KATHLEEN 

Saturday 2-8 p.m. and Sunday 1-8 p.m. with Rosary 4 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile Rd. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army.


 


 

BORGER TONI 

Beloved wife of the late Adolph Borger. Cherished mother of Linda (Myles) Lash and the late Elizabeth "Liz" Warnick. Dear mother-in-law of Dr. Allan Warnick. Loving grandmother of Dr. Emily (Stuart) Nathan, Melissa (Michael) Rudin, Alissa (Sean Karp) Lash, and David (Leanne) Lash. Proud great-grandmother of Andrew, Haley, and Ally Nathan, Jack and Sam Rudin, Maddox, Grady, and Dylan Karp, Aidan and Madelyn Lash. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends at the Heritage. SERVICES 3 P.M. SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com


 


 

BOWEN CHARLES E 

4-8 p.m. Monday at Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd. (2 blks. West of Woodward) with a Scripture at 7:30 p.m. In state Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at Church of the Transfiguration, 25225 Code Rd., Southfield (10 Mile Rd. West of Lahser Rd.). Memorials may be made to The Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliott St., Detroit, MI 48207-3485 or Alzheimer's Association, Metro Detroit Region, 20300 Civic Center Dr., Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076. Share a memory at:


 


 

BROOKS JAMES ALFRED (CHICK) 

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BROWN FRANCES J (SCHULTZ) 

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Betty I. Harris

Wednesday, December 17, 2008 10:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Betty I. Harris, 67, of Gorham St., Morenci, died Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, at her home. She was born Oct. 8, 1941, in Medina Township, to Herbert D. and Helen Mae (Eichler) Bryan.  Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Eagle Funeral Home - Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with Pastor Robert Hicks officiating.  Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to Great Lakes Hospice.  Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Betty Winship, 91

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Betty Jane Winship, 91, of Holland, died on January 1, 2009 in her home at Freedom Village. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on March 31, 1917 to Lester and Eliner (Nell) Jaqua and was married to James (Jim) Winship on September 16, 1939. Betty is survived by her four loving children and their spouses; James Kent Winship (Jaclyn), Karen Ann Howells (Ben), David McRae Winship (Martha deJarnette) and Wendy Lou Smith (Dennis); as well as six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Jim; two sisters, two brothers, and a grandson. Times were never all that easy for Betty Jane Jaqua. Born during wartime, her family moved to Detroit from Toledo to nourish a tent and awning business that struggled in the tough economic times of the Depression. Her younger brother died at age three, and her mother followed when Betty was sixteen. Through early loss and deprivation she gained the personal strength and determination that served her the rest of her life. In a short story titled ‘First Love’ Betty described the early days with her future husband, Jim Winship. Her dreaded three mile after school walk to a cold, empty home became more bearable when shared with this energetic young man. He gave her hope to carry her through dark days, and together they married and built a family based on love and their faith. Betty and Jim raised their children to appreciate music, travel, and self-reliance. Betty was an active 4-H leader and teacher, enriching the lives of countless young people. In retirement Betty and Jim lived in Alaska for two years doing lay-ministry work for their church. Once the children had moved on to lives of their own, Betty explored her interest in creative writing. Enrolled in writing classes with students who were decades her junior, she found her voice in the form of short stories and biographical vignettes from her rich personal history. She periodically published her stories in bound collections as gifts for family and friends with titles like ‘Let’s Talk’, ‘Once Upon a Memory’ and a thorough family biography, ‘The Tree’; a collection of stories from her personal experience or from listening to her elders. A memorial celebration in honor of Betty’s life will be held for friends and family at Freedom Village, 145 Columbia Avenue, Holland, Michigan on Saturday January 17 at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland, 270 Hoover Blvd, Holland, Michigan  49423.  Arrangements are by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. Holland.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.


 


 

CAPRA DOROTHY C 

Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800). Please visit the family's online guestbook at 


 


 

CAVANAUGH-HUFFMAN CHARLEEN A 

Sunday 3-8 p.m. and Monday 1-8 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile) Warren. Mass Tuesday 10 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church, 25320 Van Dyke, Center Line. In state at 9:30 a.m. 


 


 

COFFIN ELEANOR (RED JACKSON) 

Sunday 1-8 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). Funeral Service Monday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Heartland Hospice. To leave a message of condolence for the family, log on to


 


 

COWEN DORIS D 

Age 96, died Thursday, January 1, 2009. She was born to Roy and Margaret Meller Baldwin in Lockney, Texas and grew up in Durango and Denver, Colorado. After graduation from the University of Denver, she earned a master's degree in nuclear physics from Harvard University in 1934. She then married Andrew Dempster and lived in Detroit for 39 years until his death. During the latter part of that period, she taught high school math and science in Detroit Public Schools. She was active in the Unitarian Church in Detroit, the Radcliffe Club, and Girl Scouts. In 1974 she married John Cowen and moved to Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, where she was a member of The Village Club. In retirement, they moved to Green Valley, Arizona where she was involved in shuffleboard and P.E.O. Upon John Cowen's death in 2004, she moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan. A totally selfless, energetic mother, she passed on to her children her love of learning, creativity, outdoor activity, and travel, taking her young family on camping trips throughout the United States. Between and after long periods of tireless care-giving in her home to aged family members, she was able to enjoy extensive world travel with each of her husbands. She is survived by 4 children and 3 step-children: Andrew Dempster (Suzanne), Margaret Edwards (Melvin), Carol Dempster, Jill Licata Russell-Cave (Gordon), Nancy Cowen, Robert Cowen (Karen), and Tim Cowen (Signe). She is also survived by seven grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and five step-great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 5 in the Huron Woods Chapel on the St. Joseph Mercy Hospital campus. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Huron Woods, 5361 McAuley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. Please visit Doris' web page at: www.niefuneralhome.com to sign her guestbook or leave a memory.


 


 

Carol (Trinity) Miller

Monday, December 22, 2008 8:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Carol (Trinity) Miller, 54, of Allen, passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2008, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing.  Born Feb. 22, 1954 in Detroit, she was the daughter of Bernard and Ceola (Karch) Trinity. Carol graduated from L’Anse Cruese High School in Mount Clemens and earned a Masters Degree in Education at Western Michigan University. She belonged to St. Anthony Catholic Church in Hillsdale and was actively involved in 4-H and the Reading High School Band Boosters. Her hobbies included quilting and photography. She is survived by her husband, Martin Miller, whom she married May 27, 1977; two daughters, Dr. Danielle Miller of Lansing, Ceola Miller of Allen; one brother, Philip Trinity of Columbus, Ohio; and one grandson, Xavier Guild. Her parents preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 6 p.m. Tuesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Father Ioane Sigarara officiating. Visitation is scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday until time of service. Interment at Mount Lebanon Cemetery, Glencoe Pa., will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to St. Anthony Catholic Church.


 


 

Carol Engelman

On Dec. 31, 2008, the world lost a wife, a mother, and a nurse. Carol Engelman unquestionably filled all of those roles to their fullest. 


 


 

Carol Wilson

Wilson, Carol Ann Arbor, MI (Formerly of Romeo) December 30, 2008. Age 96. Carol was an avid reader and Bridge player. She taught Sunday and Bible School at St. John's Lutheran Church in Romeo and was an active member of Zion Church and Glacier Hills Chapel in Ann Arbor. Wife of the late Robert. Dear mother of Roberta Wilson Harrell (Jay), Marianne Wilson Lyon (Charles), Barbara K. Wilson (James Sesnak) and the late Joan Wilson Miller (Dr. Peter Miller). Also survived by four grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial tributes to Glacier Hills Retirement Community, 1200 Earhart, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 or Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103 A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www. DesmondFuneralHome.com


 


 

Carolee Kay Morris Jan. 5, 1946-Jan. 2, 2009

Carolee Kay Morris, 62 yrs, of Summerfield Twp, MI, died Friday, while under the care of Arbor Hospice.


 


 

Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera

Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating.


 


 

Catherine Louise Fletcher

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Catherine Louise Fletcher, age 98, of Adrian, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Lynwood Manor. She was born Oct. 29, 1910, in Loyalhanna, Pa., to Bernard and Theresa (Sprough) Yancy. She married Edward Farrow on Jan. 21, 1929, in Toledo, Ohio. He preceded her in death in 1952. She married Tacket Fletcher in Adrian on Dec. 9, 1953. He preceded her in death in 1960. Catherine was employed by General Telephone Co. for 17 years. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, a sister and a daughter in infancy. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, at Oakwood Cemetery with the Rev. Douglas Leith officiating. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Lynwood Manor. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Charles Bays

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charles Bays, age 80, of Monroe, died Jan. 3, 2009, at Mercy-Memorial Hospital.  Friends may call from 3 until 9 p.m. Monday at the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 203 E. Elm Ave., where funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday with a military salute being conducted by the VFW Post 1138, Monroe.  Charles’ sons-in-law, the Rev. Dale Hayford of Crosswalk Community Church of Monroe and the Rev. Foster Schmitt of Pompano Beach First Church of the Nazarene of Pompano Beach, Fla., will officiate. Burial will be in LaSalle Township Cemetery.  Born May 28, 1928, in Prestonsburg, Ky., Charles was the son of Silas and Dollie (Holbrook) Bays. He married Dorothea Griffith on July 7, 1951. An Army Veteran of the Korean War, Charles worked at Larson’s Garage in Jasper, Mich. He then owned and operated his own service station in Adrian before finally working as a welder repairman for Ford Motor Company in Woodhaven, retiring in 1991.  Charles is survived by his four daughters: Teresa (Dale) Hayford of Monroe, Linda (Robert) Shipman of LaSalle, Charlene (Foster) Schmitt of Pompano Beach, Fla., and Edith (Lonnie) Poupard of Belleville. He is also survived by a sister, Desmol (Merlin) Osterhout, as well as 10 grandchildren, a stepgrandchild and 10 great-grandchildren. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence may do so at www.allore.com.


 


 

Charles Bays May 28, 1928-Jan. 3, 2009

Charles Bays , age 80 of Monroe , died January 3, 2009 at Mercy-Memorial Hospital. 


 


 

Chester Johnson, 52

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:26 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Chester E. Johnson, age 52, of Holland died Friday, January 02, 2009 at Hospice House of Holland. He enjoyed working on cars.  He worked for Veneklasen Auto Parts and Bill Mar Foods.  He was preceded in death by his parents Murrell and Daisy Johnson, a brother Earl Johnson in 2008, sister Kathleen Brake in 2008 and a sister-in-law Sally Evink 1984. He is survived by his wife Annette of 11 years and step-children: Michael Vandenberg of Holland, Curtis Vandenberg of Holland; Parents: Wayne and Arlene Evink of Holland; Brothers and sisters: Kenny Johnson, Mark Johnson both of Salem, Meryldeen Britton of Salem, Wilma Epps of Avenal, CA; Brother and sister-in-law: Tammy and Marvin Rennison of Berkeley Springs, WV, Christine and Matthew Hill of Martinsburg, WV, David Evink of Holland; and several nephews, nieces and cousins. A memorial service will be 11:30 AM, Tuesday, January 6, 2009, at Restlawn Memorial Gardens Chapel of Faith, 994 Paw Paw Drive in Holland. Reverend Adam Barton and Reverend Marvin Rennison will be officiating. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com for those who cannot attend the services.


 


 

Clarence Michmerhuizen, 91

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Clarence Michmerhuizen, 91, of Zeeland, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009. Funeral and committal services with military honors will be at 10 a.m.  Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.  www.yntemafh.com


 


 

Clyde Adkins

Clyde Adkins, age 75, of Gibraltar, MI. passed away January 3, 2009 at Oakwood Hospital Southshore Trenton, MI.


 


 

DAPKUS STANLEY ROBERT 

Monday 2-9 p.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Habitat for Humanity. 


 


 

DIAMOND DANIEL ROY 

Age 60 of Sterling Hgts. Son of the late Leslie Roy Diamond. Brother of Thomas E. Diamond. Military Service January 6, 11 a.m. at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, MI. Call 810-327-2409 for more info. 


 


 

DITULIO JOSEPH 

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David Meiden

David Meiden, age 68, of Toledo, passed away at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at Toledo Hospital. 


 


 

David Sikorski

SIKORSKI, David Michael - Age 57, of Swartz Creek, died Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at his residence. Per David's wishes cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held 2 PM Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. The family will receive friends from 1:30 PM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers those desiring may make memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Dolores O. Bathgate Jan. 8, 1953-Jan. 1, 2009

Dolores O. "Dee Dee" Bathgate, 55 of Monroe, died Thursday January 1, 2009 at 9:07 p.m. in her home. 


 


 

Donald L. Brewer

Saturday, January 3, 2009 12:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Donald L. Brewer, age 78, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  He was born Aug. 13, 1930 in Detroit to John and Loretta (Jacques) Brewer. He was married Nov. 8, 1955 to Iris Major and she survives. Don was self-employed in the auto industry. He was a graduate of Quincy High School in 1950, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean conflict and a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. Surviving besides his wife Iris are four daughters Lee (James) Barve of Quincy, Jolie (James) Graves and Jamie (Randy) Brooks, both of Jonesville, and Monique (Curt) Sarles of Hillsdale; son Paul (Cammie) Brewer of Fla.; 15 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; a sister Loretta Marie (Robert) Knox of Fla.; and a sister-in-law Lillie Brewer of Coldwater. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Charles. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial mass for Don Brewer on Saturday, Jan.10, 2009, at 11 a.m., at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Hillsdale with Fr. Ioane Sigarara as celebrant. Private interment will take place at a later date at Lakeview Cemetery in Quincy. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday morning from 10 a.m. until services at 11 a.m., at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Donald L. Carlson

Friday, January 2, 2009 11:47 AM 

LAKE GOGEBIC, Mich. -- Donald L. Carlson, 88, a resident of Lake Gogebic, passed away peacefully Monday morning, Dec. 29, 2008, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.


 


 

Douglas Lee Wolf

Friday, January 2, 2009 12:25 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Douglas Lee Wolf, age 39, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly onWednesday morning, Dec. 31, 2008, at his home. He was born March 17, 1969, in Kalamazoo, Mich., a son of the late Lewis and Dorotha (Brown) Wolf. Doug had resided in Sturgis for the past four years, coming from Centreville,  where he graduated from Centreville High School with the class of 1987. On Oct. 9, 2004, he married Annette Casner at the Church of God in Three Rivers. Doug had been employed by Coachman Industries in Middlebury, Ind., for several years. Prior to joining Coachman he had worked for Viking Industries in Centreville, Dutch Housing in LaGrange, Ind., and Victorian Homes. He was a member of the Church of God in Three Rivers and enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and doing gunsmith work. Doug had a true love and appreciation for nature and the outdoors and often went to the woods to just sit and watch and listen to nature. He is survived by his loving wife, Annette; a stepdaughter, Rachel Clewell, at home; a sister, Sue (Tim) Barnes of Vicksburg; four brothers, Ken Wolf of Colon, Don (Cyndi) Wolf of Three Rivers, Roy Wolf of Colon and Jay (Debbie) Wolf of Three Rivers; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Douglas Wolf will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Church of God, 17398 M-86, Three Rivers. The Rev. James McClimans will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at the Leonidas Cemetery in Leonidas. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the family to help with expenses, c/o: Annette Wolf, 401 E. Main St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.legacy.com.


 


 

ELAM IVA MARY 

Sunday 2:30-9 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd. (N. of 15 Mile Rd.). In state Monday at St. Thecla Catholic Church from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Prayer Service Sunday 7 p.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to the Salvation Army would be appreciated. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

ENGLAND STANLEY S 

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EVELYN M. BRINKER SANDUSKY Evelyn M. Brinker, age 82, of Sandusky, died Thursday December 25, 2008 in the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. She was born August 26, 1926 in Carsonville the daughter of the late Harry and Leona (Schommer) Willis. She married Rex E. Brinker on October 6, 1945 in Port Huron. He preceded her in death January 9, 2008. Mrs. Brinker enjoyed her family and working cross word puzzles. She is survived by two sons; Roger (Judy) Brinker of Lexington and Barry (Susan) Brinker of Deckerville, 10 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren. Also, three brothers; Harry Willis, Jack Willis, and William Willis all of Port Sanilac, one sister; Mrs. Jamie Hodges of Carsonville and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son Kevin, and two brothers, Ken Willis and Robert Willis. Memorial services for Mrs. Evelyn M. Brinker will be 2:00 pm, Sunday, January 4, 2009 at the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeralhome, with Mr. James Beattie officiating. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm unti lthe time of service on Sunday. Memorials may be given to the donor's choice. Arrangements made by Apsey Funeral Home, Deckerville, MI

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Edelgard A.E. Schroeder

Edelgard A. E. Schroeder, age 86, of Dundee passed away Friday, January 1, 2009. 


 


 

Edith V. Ryan

Wednesday, December 17, 2008 10:38 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Edith V. Ryan, 85, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  She was born Sept. 8, 1923 in Reading to Olin and Vera (Fisher) Foulk.  She was married July 15, 1945, to Rex C. Ryan and he survives. Edith was a 1940 graduate of Reading High School, she received a bachelor’s degree in 1945 from Michigan State Normal School (Eastern Michigan University) and her master’s degree from Michigan State University.  She taught for 23 years in Reading schools, for three years in Jonesville schools and coached girls basketball in Jonesville.  Edith was a member of the Eastern Star, Delta Kappa Gamma, Farm Bureau, the Retired Teachers Association and was a 4-H Leader. Besides her husband Rex, she is survived by a daughter, Susan (Jerald) Belding of Jonesville; three sisters, Donna (Bernard) Reed of North Adams, Lorene (Burton) Ladd of Litchfield and Cleo (Glen) Wallace of Hillsdale; a sister-in-law, Cheryl Reynolds Foulk of Hillsdale, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Edith was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Patricia VanCamp and a brother, Doug Foulk. Funeral services will be at noon on Saturday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home with Rodney Reed officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Reading.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 4 - 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Reading High School.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Eleanore O. Nirschl Dec. 29, 1918-Jan. 2, 2009

Eleanore O. Nirschl, age 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Jan. 2, 2009. 


 


 

Elnora L. Diehl Whittemore, MI Elnora Lilith (Lawrence) Diehl (Formerly of Lapeer, MI) passed away on (December 29, 2008) went home to the Lord peacefully at St. Joseph Hospital in East Tawas, MI. She was born Sept. 19, 1915 and married June 10, 1932 to Hugh Jesse Diehl. Mrs. Diehl was a foster grandparent for many years. She also taught at Lapeer East High School for many years in the Special Education Department, taking great pride in her work. She retired from Riverbend Nursing Home as a nurse's aide. She is survived by brother, Clarence "Bud" Lawrence; daughters, Lenore De Clue, Phyllis Sasser (Al), Lori Majchrowski (Stanley); and more than 100 grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Jesse; daughter, Mabel DeClue; son, Claude Diehl; and sister, Ruth Bailey. Memorials may be made to the Lupus Foundation. Services for Mrs. Diehl were held at Saturday, (January 3, 2009) at C.L. Forshee & Sons Funeral H

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Eloise Seay Clark

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Eloise Seay Clark, age 80, passed away on Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center.  She was born May 14, 1928, in Logan, West Virginia, the daughter of Herbert and Virginia (Skaggs) Snow. Eloise grew up traveling and lived in several states during her youth. She moved to Adrian in 1946, and made it her permanent home. She graduated from the Lois School of Cosmetology in 1971. She enjoyed painting, making crafts, playing cards, going to Burger King with her friends, and dancing. On Oct. 22, 1981, Eloise married Raymond Clark in Adrian and he survives. She is also survived by two daughters, Sherri (Steve) Kelemen of Onsted and Renee (Geoffrey) Dennis of Adrian; seven grandchildren, Michael (Jackie) Lolley, Michelle (Keith Tennant) Rutherford, Ashley Dennis, Kaitlin Dennis, Jordan Dennis, Brittany Dennis and Emerson Dennis; and three great-grandchildren, Christopher and Kimberly Lolley and Joseph Tennant. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Rosalie Chapman; her former husband, Troy Eugene Seay; two great-granddaughters, Jennifer and Kayla; and a special cousin, Clarence Payton. Funeral services for Eloise will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Minister Timothy Dunn officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held today from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Ernest L. Cummings

Wednesday, December 31, 2008 12:51 PM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Ernest L. Cummings, 67, of Hurley died unexpectedly on Tuesday morning, Dec. 23, 2008, in Ironwood.


 


 

Ethel Jane Nash

Wednesday, December 17, 2008 10:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ethel Jane Nash, 65, of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.  She was born Sept. 18, 1943 in Quincy, Ill., to Harry Neal and Hazel Anita (White) Sherrick.  She was married to George William “Bill” Nash on July 27, 1963 in Bowen, Ill.  He passed away Aug. 21, 2008. Jane was the co-owner and operator of Nash Hallmark, Jill’s Office Supply and Nash Drugs. She was a 1963 graduate of the University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, friend and businesswoman. In 1994, she won the Athena Award, an award recognizing women for professional excellence. In addition, she was the Hillsdale Hospice Board Chairperson, United Methodist Church member and chair of the Pastor Parish Relations Committee, member of the Hillsdale College Women’s Commissioners, former member of Jaycees and American Association of University Women.  She served many years as room mother for her two sons. Surviving  are two sons, Bill (Stephanie) Nash of Naperville, Ill., and Brad (Kerri) Nash of Hillsdale; four grandsons, Alex, Andy, Coby and Sam; one sister and brother-in-law, Sandra (David) Schuldt of Iowa City; and one brother and sister-in-law,, John (Brenda) Sherrick of Bettendorf, Iowa; three nieces, Lisa (Bob) Barleen, Michelle (Will) Adcock and Andrea Sherrick; and one nephew, Brian (Kelly) Sherrick and three grandnephews. Memorial services for Jane Nash will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Hillsdale officiated by the Revs. David Schuldt and Curtis Jensen.  Private interment will take place at Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-9 p.m. Friday from at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to Hillsdale County Community Foundation, 52 E. Bacon, Hillsdale, MI 49242, Hospice of Hillsdale, 168 S. Howell St. , Hillsdale, The Mayo Clinic, 200 First St. S.W., Rochester, MN 55905, or charity of donor’s choice.  To view this obituary and send condolences visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

FASSERO ARTHUR 

Tuesday 11 a.m. until time of Service at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Home, 500 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale (1 Mile W. of Woodward). Funeral Service Tuesday at 12 noon at the funeral home.


 


 

FEINER DR DANIEL 

Beloved husband of Dr. Veronica Miks. Dear father of Jeremiah Feiner and Johanna Feiner. Dear brother of Seymour (Carol) Feiner and Rosann (Melvin) Toby. Dearest son of the late Paul and Helen Feiner. Also remembered by many loving nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. SERVICES MONDAY, FOR INFORMATION AND TIME CALL THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000, or visit


 


 

FLOOD GLADYS M

Age 84. Proud mother to Ken neth, Richard, Elaine and Sharon. Blessed with eight grand and ten great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by Frank, beloved husband of 52 years. Survived by brother, Bill Richardson of Royal Oak, who introduced Gladys to Frank, his Lawrence Tech classmate, all those years ago. A retired RN and Highland Park General Hospital grad, Gladys was an avid reader and sewer. She and Frank traveled extensively throughout U.S. and Great Britain, but best memories are of cabin in Hubbard Lake, MI. Respects paid to family, Monday, January 5, 5-9 p.m. Harry J. Will Funeral Home, Six Mile, Livonia. Funeral later this week in Memphis, Tennessee.


 


 

FORBES CAROLINE GILES 

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FORSTON MARY ANN 

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FRANCIS JOANN G 

April 22, 1931 - December 18, 2008. Born in Dearborn, MI. Predeceased by parents Howard Francis and Pauline Compton, her brother Thomas Francis and step-father Russell Bennett. She is survived by cousins Jim and Tom McCutchen, Peggy McCulloch, Norean Martin, John Fandlin Jr., Joyce Blackburn, Becky Gulley, Kenneth Floyd, Dave and Steve Hancock and many nieces and nephews. There will be a burial in West Virginia.


 


 

Frances John

Wednesday, December 31, 2008 2:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frances “Fran”John, 99, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon Dec. 30, 2008, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Jan. 24, 1909, in Chicago, a daughter to the late August and Martha (Tessner) Schlage. Fran had resided in Sturgis since 1945 coming from Chicago. On July 2, 1927, she married Richard John in Chicago. He died Dec. 4, 1983. She had been employed as a switchboard operator for the Kirsch Company in Sturgis for 16 years retiring in 1971. Fran had attended Chicago public schools and she was an active member of the St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sturgis. Fran enjoyed volunteering her time with the Lutheran Ladies Mission Circle and the Sturgis Hospital Guild. She is survived by five grandchildren, Doug (Cathy) Hopkins of Sturgis, Bruce Hopkins of Sturgis, Gwen (Bob) Kryder of Colon, Sue Donaldson of Sturgis and David Hopkins of Sturgis; 11 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Her parents, husband, one daughter; Lois Kreitzer, two brothers; Edward Schlage and August Schlage and two sisters; Clara Sickinger and Jean Cauwels preceded her in death. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Saturday at the St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church where services celebrating the life of Frances John will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday. The Rev. Paul Stern 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. John’s memory consider the St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1108 E. Lafayette St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.Legacy.com.  


 


 

Francile (Baer)McGee

Wednesday, December 31, 2008 2:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Francile (Baer) McGee, age 89, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Christmas morning, Dec. 25, 2008, at her home in Texas. She was born and raised in Sturgis, Mich., graduating from Sturgis High School with the Class of 1937. She was a daughter to the late Clarence and Bessie Baer of Sturgis. Surviving are two daughters and two sons in Texas, Michael (Jeanne)McGee of Katy, Douglas (Kitty)McGee and Janet Dauer of San Antonio and Kathy (Ray)Garcia of San Antonio; two sisters, Janet (Baer)Thorna of Manlius, New York, and Lois (Dick)Runyan of Sturgis; and a number of grandchildren in Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene McGee and a daughter, Jeanne Cantu. Interment took place Dec. 28 at Fort Sam Houston Cemetery.  Arrangements were handled by the Porter-Loring Mortuary, 2102 M. Loop 1604, San Antonio, Texas.  


 


 

Frank J. Pieper, Jr. 

Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com.


 


 

GARAVAGLIA ROSE (NEE OLDANI) 

Monday 3-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at San Francesco Catholic Church, (22870 S. Nunneley-enter south off Metro Parkway just east of Gratiot), until Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Member of the Lombardi Society. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at


 


 

GARTH FREDERIC ENDERS SANDUSKY Garth Frederic Enders, age 65, of Sandusky, died Friday, December 19, 2008 at McKenzie Memorial Hospital in Sandusky, Michigan. He was born May 8, 1943 in Capac, Michigan the son of the late Frederic and Francis (Jurn) Enders. He was a 1961 graduate of Capac High School, and attended Michigan State University. Garth married Dorene Burgett on February 23, 1985 in Ruby, Michigan. He was a District Manager for K-Mart for many years. He also worked at the Port Huron Times Herald and then at Eagle Window & Doors in Lewiston, MI. He is survived by his wife Dorene, daughter; Dianna Enders of South Carolina, son; Daniel Enders of Texas, stepsons; Todd Hurlburt of Algonac, Phil Hurlburt of St. Clair, Steven Hurlburt of Adrian, stepdaughter; ReaAnn Ready of Birch Run and8 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son David Enders in 1990. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Memorial services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. Colin Stover officiating. Memorial suggestion to the family. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, (810) 648-2244. www.marshfuneral.com.

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GERSH MAX 

"MAC" 89, of Las Vegas, NV. Beloved husband, father, and grand-father. Survived by his wife, Mary; daughters, Ellen (Glenn) and Beverly (Michael); son, Cary (Thomai); brother, Allen (Sandra); & 5 adoring grandchildren.


 


 

GILBERT GERTRUDE 

Age 101. Beloved wife of the late Roy Sam Gilbert. Dear mother of Marcia (Chuck) Lewis and Ernest Gilbert. Loving grandmother of Scott (Karen) Lewis and Nancy (Steve) Fine. Proud great-grandmother of Erica, Michael, Allison, Rachel, Jeremy and Ben. Devoted companion of the late Peter Morales. Also survived by her caregiver, Ana. She was the loving sister of the late Irving Gilbert and the late Betty Fields. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. SERVICES 10 A.M. SUNDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT HEBREW MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com.


 


 

GOHL DIANA LEE 

Monday from 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Inurnment Romeo Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com


 


 

GOYETTE FRANCIS 

begins at church 10 a.m. Rite of Committal All Saints Cemetery. View obituary and share memories at 


 


 

GRAHAM ELLEN M 

December 30, 2008. Age 87. Beloved wife of the late Erwin H. Loving mother of Leigh and Michael (Laure). Dear grandmother of Ryan, Alexandre, Edouard, and Charlotte. Sister of Joe and Doris. Sister-in-law of Robert W. (Clara) and Joanne. In state Thursday 1 p.m. at St Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 375 Lothrop, Grosse Pointe Farms, until service 2 p.m. Family will receive visitors Wednesday 6-10 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods. Memorials to the Church preferred. ahpeters.com


 


 

GREEN PATRICIA IRENE 

Sunday 1-8 p.m. & Monday 10 a.m. until funeral service 12 Noon at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery will be private. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. ahpeters.com


 


 

GUNDERSON DONALD P SR 

5-9 p.m. Saturday and 1-9 p.m. Sunday. Visit the online guestbook at www.howepeterson.com. 


 


 

Germaine Owens

Germaine Owens, 93, of Hart, died Dec. 31. Tate-King Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Gertrude Rhoda Upper North Branch Gertrude Rhoda Upper, age 94, of North Branch (formerly of Lapeer), passed away Monday (December 29, 2008). She was born September 19, 1914 on the Graff farm on Perry Road in Grand Blanc to Leopold and Myrtle (Robinson) Sharland. She married Harold Upper on October 1, 1936 in Goodrich, MI, they had been married 54 years when he died in 1991. Gertrude graduated from Goodrich High School in 1932 and attended her 76th class reunion in 2008. Harold and Gertrude moved to Lapeer in 1939. Mrs. Upper was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Suncrest Auxiliary, and was a 4-H leader for many years. She loved to play cards, especially euchre and canasta, and had a special way with dogs and cats. Mr. and Mrs. Upper traveled extensively, her apple pies were extraordinary. She is survived by her daughters, Sharlene Mahaffy of Memphis, TN., Janet (Larry) Barkhouse of Davidson, NC, Marion Upper of Sterling Heights, Harriett (Marshall) McLean

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Grace VanDyken, 88

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Grace VanDyken, 88, of Zeeland, formerly of Middleville, MI, died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, at the Providence Christian Nursing Home. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at Faith Reformed Church, 220 W. Central Ave. in Zeeland. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Visitation will be at Faith Reformed Church on Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. www.lakeshorememorial.com  


 


 

Gregory John Wolf

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gregory John Wolf, age 60, formerly of Adrian, died Jan. 2, 2009. He was the husband of Lynette Renner. An open house will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10 at the family home. For a full obituary and memorial contribution information, visit www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

HECHT ALBERT 

"ROY" of White Lake, December 31, 2008, age 36, born June 26, 1972 in Pontiac, Michigan. Son of Phyllis Hecht and the late Albert Dale Hecht; brother of Tammy Jo Hecht (John); uncle of Daniel Albert Hecht, Katlyn Marie Hecht, Kyle Andrew Brooks and Jacob Adam Brooks. Roy enjoyed hunting, ice fishing, NASCAR, football and especially spending time with his friends. A Celebration of Roy's Life will be held Monday, January 5, 2009, 11 a.m. at Donelson, Johns and Evans Funeral Home, Pastor Tigg Vanaman officiating. Interment at Mt. Avon Cemetery, Rochester. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday 7-9 and Sunday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Great Lakes Baptist Church, 16222 Falk Rd., Holly, MI 48442. Envelopes available at funeral home. Celebration of Life website and online condolence: http://web.me.com/djefh/alberthecht


 


 

HENSON LYNN A 

Sunday 3-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (at NW corner of Ryan). Funeral Monday 11 a.m. at funeral home. 


 


 

HOCHSTEIN LUCY A 

Age 88. Wife of the late Robert. Dear mother of Mary Lou (Frank) Simpson, Thomas (Cheryl), Margaret (Ron) Peters, David (Lillian), Donna, Kathy, John (Judi), Susan, Robert (Julie), and the late Anthony. Grandmother of 35, great-grandmother of many, great-great-grandmother of one. In state Monday 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Loretto (N.E. corner of 6 Mile and Beech Daly).


 


 

HUGHES DANIEL ELLIS SR 

88 year old educator. Passed away while sleeping December 12, 2008. He was born in Bethel Springs Tennessee, August 15, 1920. His ashes are to be scattered at a Sea Side Bon Voyage in San Pedro, California, January 10, 2009. For details or to share memories of your best Sr. Hughes story, please call Daniel Jr., 313-931-0927 or e-mail to, SekouTorre@hotmail.com.


 


 

Harold Brayton

Brayton, Harold Ann Arbor, MI Age 75, died January 2, 2009 at the Heartland Health Center. Full obituary and service information will follow in a future edition. Arrangements by Generations.


 


 

Hayden E. Neely

Hayden E. Neely, 81, of Harrison, formerly of Gladwin, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008 at his home with his family by his side.


 


 

Hazel Dallas Nov. 20, 1905-Dec. 14, 2008

Hazel Dallas, 103, of Ashland, OH died Dec. 14, 2008. 


 


 

Hazel Jo Marshall Lapeer Hazel Jo Marshall, September 4, 2008 - December 25, 2008. Hazel went to be with the Lord, leaving behind her twin sister Skye and her big brother Chase. She will carry on as an angel of God, helping her loving parents Asia and Nathan Marshal care for her surviving siblings. Hazel was the beloved granddaughter of, Kathleen (John) Levitt, Karen (Jim) Ervin, T.O. (Noy) Phouvone; beloved great- granddaughter of Vicki McIntyre, Joan Crittenden, Charles Crittenden. She will be deeply missed by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Hazel was preceded in death by her great-grandfathers, James McIntyre and Kenneth Clark. A Funeral service was held Monday at Grace Episcopal Church in Downtown Lapeer. Father William Boli officiated. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery in Columbiaville, MI. Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. To share an online condolence visit www.LynchFuneralDi

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Helen F. Sontag 

Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing.


 


 

Henry J. Atkinson II

Henry J. Atkinson, II age 36 of Islamorada, Florida, formerly of Monroe, died in his home on December 26, 2008. 


 


 

Hettie Ruth Jackson

Saturday, January 3, 2009 12:18 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Hettie Ruth Jackson, age 97, of Napoleon, Ohio died Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 31, 2008 at the Lutheran Home of Napoleon. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday at First Presbyterian Church, Napoleon with Pastor Gavin Pitt and Pastor Pamela Gordon officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-7 p.m. on Sunday at Rodenberger Funeral Home, Napoleon and from 10-11 a.m. on Monday prior to the services at the church. Online condolences can be made at www.rodenbergerfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Holly C. Rowe

Saturday, January 3, 2009 12:55 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Holly Christine Rowe, age 25, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning, Jan. 2, 2009, at her home. She was born Nov. 3, 1983, in Sturgis, a daughter of Lonnie and Carolyn (Roberts) Rowe. Holly had resided in Sturgis most of her life, with the exception of the year she lived in Portage, Mich. She had been employed by WMSH Radio Station in Sturgis. Holly graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 2002 and attended Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Glen Oaks Community College. Holly was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis and had a true talent in art and theater. She loved animals, especially her cats. Surviving are: her mother, Carolyn Beardsley of Sturgis; father, Lonnie (Shirley) Rowe of Elkhart, Ind.; two sisters, Tammy (Gary) Shoemaker of Northfield, Ohio, and Anna (Gary) Sizemore of Sealy, Texas; a brother, Craig (Nancy) Rowe of Sturgis; grandmother, Geneva Roberts of Sturgis; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her stepfather, Robert Beardsley. The family will receive friends from 2-3:45 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis, where funeral services celebrating the life of Holly Rowe will begin at 4 p.m. Sunday. The Rev. Calvin Kolzow of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis will officiate. In accordance with Holly’s wishes, cremation will follow the service. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Holly’s memory may consider the Trinity Lutheran School, 406 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.legacy.com.


 


 

Iva Estella Held Nov. 25, 1921-Jan. 1, 2009

Held, Iva Estella (nee Hoffman) age 87. Born Nov. 25, 1921 in Carleton, Monroe 


 


 

JABLONSKI EMILIE T 

Age 91. Suddenly at her home in Knoxville, TN. December 28, 2008. Former resident of Dearborn, MI. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Dearest mother of Nita (David) Doyle. Proud grandmother of Emilie Anne Doyle. Dear aunt to many nephews and nieces. Long time member of St. Albert the Great parish and their Seniors group. Memorial Mass to be held at a later date with burial at St. Hedwig Cemetery.


 


 

JENSEN DONALD 

Age 71, December 12, 2008. Dear father of Michael (Kelly) and Karen (John) Michalowski. Grandfather of Logan, Jocelyn, Thatcher, Julia and Magnus. Brother of the late Betty (the late Austin) Stanzel. Uncle of Kenneth, David (Cheryl) and Steven (Lara). Son of the late Kenneth and Laura. Memorial Service Saturday, January 10, 2009, 1:00 p.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (btwn Ford and Cherry Hill). Memorials suggested to Capuchin Soup Kitchen.


 


 

JONES GARY W 

Age 59. Born June 9, 1949. Died December 28, 2008. In loving memory of a loving and devoted husband, father and phenomenal grandfather. Gary has been employed at Detroit Edison and a member of Local 223 for 40 years. He is survived by his wife of 16 years Evelyn E. Jones, son William Kaiser, daughter Victoria Kaiser, sister Cindy Westfall, nephews Jason and Nathan (Kristie) Westfall and his pride and joy grandchildren Sadie, Asia, Annie, Shawn, Nicholas and Celina. He is pre-deceased by mother Erma Wade and father Stanley Jones. Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, January 10th from 12-6 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 401 North Groesbeck Highway (south of Elizabeth), Mt. Clemens. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m.


 


 

JOSEPH D. BULONE PORT SANILAC Joseph D. Bulone, age 86, died Sunday, December 21, 2008 at home in his own bed surrounded by the love of his children and their spouses. He was born November 15, 1922 in Cleveland Ohio, son of the late Domenico and Domenica DiDomenico Bulone. He married Frances E. Hendricks on June 14, 1952 in Birmingham. She died December 20, 1999. Joseph served in the Pacific Theatre in the U.S. Navy Air Corps during WW II. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. He worked on the design staff at the G.M. Tech Center and he was a founding member of the Port Sanilac Fine Arts Association. Joe was one of the most prolific and respected professional painters and sculptors in southeastern Michigan. His 60 year career, which included many Best of Show awards earned well into his 80's, brought him recognition as one of the finest landscape and seascape artists of his time. His favorite subjects were Lake Huron sunrises and the Port Sanilac lighthouse. In his leisure time he was a Detroit Tigers fan and never gave up on the Lions. He enjoyed his vegetable and flower gardens and his homemade meatloaf was legendary. Surviving are his children; Vincent M. of Oak Park, Daniel J. of Memphis, TN, Cathi (Bryan) Bulone-Campbell of Port Sanilac, Helen M. Bulone of Portland, OR, and Maria (David) Kujat of Lexington, three brothers; Tony of Meridian, ID, Mike of Cleveland, OH and Rego of Anaheim, CA, one sister; Virginia Bulone of Fullerton, CA, and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brothers Angelo, Dominic and Louis. Funeral services were held at the Museum Church at the Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum in Port Sanilac with Pastor Bill Willis officiating. Burial was in Old St. Mary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Sanilac Co. Historical Society Hunting Cabin Fund or the Sanilac District Library. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Six South Howard Ave., Croswell, MI 48422

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James E. Alcock

Friday, January 2, 2009 10:01 PM - Staff reports 

James E. Alcock, 60, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008, at his home.  He was born March 25, 1948 in Adrian to Harold and Margaret (Akers) Alcock. Jim was the used car sales manager at Ken Stillwell Ford in Hillsdale for 30 years. He was a member of the Hillsdale Elks Lodge # 1575, the Hillsdale Moose Lodge, the Wild Turkey Federation and a member of Ducks Unlimited. Survivors include his son, James (Shelly) Alcock II of Hillsdale; two grandsons, James Edward III and Tyler Richard; and three sisters, Jean, Peggy and Sue.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Wesley. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Keith Porter officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Saturday and at 1 p.m. Sunday until the funeral services at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Reading Emergency Unit. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

James L. Gyomory

Wednesday, December 31, 2008 2:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James L. Gyomory, 63, of 64874 Lutz Road, Constantine, Mich., died at 9:03 a.m.  Monday, Dec. 29, 2008, at Goshen General Hospital Goshen, Ind., after his battle with cancer. He was born April 13, 1945, in Deford, Mich., to Daniel and Mary (Laszlo) Gyomory. On Dec. 10, 2004, in Sturgis, Mich.,he married Carol (Poley) Cheeks. He had worked for over 20 years for Crest Homes, Middlebury working in quality control and overseeing the drafting department. He was a member of the Elkhart Moose, he was an avid photographer and enjoyed cross country skiing, NASCAR, and was greatly interested in the lighthouses of the Great Lakes. Survivors include his wife, Carol Gyomory; two sons, Brian (Noelle) Gyomory of Simpsonville, SC, and Darin (Linda) Gyomory of Flower Mound, Texas; two step-daughters, Erin Drake of Brown County, Ind., and Cassondra (Bill) Tomlinson of Mendon, Mich.; two step-sons, Jason Wentworth of Howe, Ind. and Earlin Cheeks of Three Rivers, Mich.; three grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; sister, Jean (Mike) Murphy of Holt, Mich., and the mother of his children, Judy (Kosto) Gyomory. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother. Visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009 at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street, Middlebury, Ind. A memorial service will be held at 11: a.m. following the visitation. Services will be conducted by Rev. Rick Lambright. Burial will be in Novesta Cemetery, Cass City, Mich. Memorials may be given to Chronic Disease Fund, 10880 John W. Elliott Drive Suite 400 Frisco, TX 75034. Online condolences may be sent at millerstewartfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Jason E. "Jake" Seabolt

Monday, December 22, 2008 8:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jason Eugene “Jake” Seabolt of Hillsdale passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. He was born Dec. 8, 1981 in Bryan, Ohio the son of Karl and Christine (Downing) Seabolt. He is survived by his wife, Amanda Seabolt, whom he married on Oct. 20, 2001; three daughters, Taylor Ann Seabolt, Cierra Seabolt and Karina Seabolt; mother, Christine Downing of Hillsdale; father, Karl Seabolt of Pittsford; sister, Jessica Lee (Fred) Blair of Hillsdale; brother, Karl Scott, Jr. (Mel) Seabolt of Pioneer, Ohio; mother-in-law, Sheryl (Larry) Brown of Frontier; father-in-law, Jeffrey (Brenda) Jones of Taylor; grandparents, Dick and Carolyn Downing of Pioneer, Ohio; sisters-in-law, April (Damon) Herndon, Aubree Jones, Autumn Jones and Amber Jones; brothers-in-law, Daniel Jones, Nathanael Jones and Samuel Jones; nieces, Hailey Herndon and Macaila Blair; nephews, Tyler, Alex and Nathan Riley and Devin, Chase and Christian Seabolt; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and many very close friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles and Claretta Seabolt. Jake attended elementary school in Hillsdale and he attended high school at North Central High School in Pioneer, Ohio. He worked for DuBois Trucking and Excavating in Hillsdale as an office manager and field supervisor for seven years. At his request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Jason Eugene Seabolt will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 1 p.m. Tuesday with Pastor Jeff Jones officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from noon on Tuesday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family in care of Amanda Seabolt. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605.


 


 

Jeanette Audrey Connelly, 77

Jeanette Audrey Connelly, 77, of Horton Bay, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. 


 


 

Jerome "Jerry" Cabot

Jerome "Jerry" Cabot, 70, of Manistee, died Dec. 29 at his home. The Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Jerry W. Drought

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jerry W. Drought, age 64, of Jackson, died Jan. 2, 2009, at Tendercare of Albion. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

Joanne Mittlestat Oct. 27, 1931-Dec. 31, 2008

Joanne Mittlestat, age 77, of New Boston, died on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 in Dearborn , Michigan.


 


 

John Klomp, 50

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:25 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John A. Klomp, aged 50 of Comstock Park, MI, formerly of Zeeland, passed away following a year-long struggle with cancer, with his loving family at his side. John was a loving and dedicated husband, father, brother and a friend to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered. John was a faith filled Christian man. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Tammy Klomp (Burgen); his children, Brandon, Chelsea and Zachary Klomp; his mother, Tena Klomp, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Richard and Marcia Burgen; his sisters and brother, Judy (Larry) LePorie, Randy (Val) Klomp, Vonnie (Dwight) VanderZwaag, Sue (Mike) Poel, Barb (Jerry) Hassevort; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Wendy (Jerry) Springer; grandmother-in-law, Carolyn Barendse; many nieces and nephews and many friends. Cremation has taken place. John now receives a new body and joins his heavenly father. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 7 at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Fellowship Church, 735 Buth Dr. NE in Comstock Park. Relatives and friends may meet his family on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home — Alt & Shamut Hills Chapel, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW and again at the church on Wednesday from 12:00 noon until the service begins. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions in his memory to the Klomp Children Christian Education Fund c/o Huntington Bank. To read more about John’s life, to leave your own memory of him and to sign his guest book, visit his web page at www.lifestorynet.com.


 


 

Jose Trevino

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jose Trevino, age 81, of Adrian, died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at his home.  Arrangements are pending with the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Joseph Marrocco

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Joseph Marrocco, age 72, of Mt. Clemens, died Jan. 2, 2009, at Henry Ford Select Specialty Hospital, Mt. Clemens. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. 


 


 

KATZ SHARON M

Beloved mother of Michelle Klein and Jeffrey (Adrianne) Katz. Loving grandmother of Brandon and Molly Klein, Matthew and Evan Katz. Cherished sister of Ralph (Beverly) Woronoff. Also survived by loving nieces, nephews and friends. SERVICES 1:15 PM SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com


 


 

KELCH ALICE C 

Sunday 2-8 p.m. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. 


 


 

KIDDLE JOHN 

Monday 4-8 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com.


 


 

KOSTRUBIEC JANINA 

Monday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Ave., downtown Farmington (1 block W. of Farmington Rd.). www.thayer-rock.com 


 


 

KULCZYCKI JOHN ROBERT 

Age 83 of Warren, January 2, 2009. He is survived by his nieces, Dr. Carol Wilkop, Sandra Gregg, Susan Bush, and Dr. Dianne Collins. Also leaves many loving extended family members and dear friends. Services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels. For further information contact Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Milford at 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com.


 


 

Kathleen Ahlgrim

Wednesday, December 31, 2008 2:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Kathleen Ahlgrim, age 88, of Charlotte, Mich., and formerly of Cadillac, Mich., passed away Monday Dec. 29, 2008, at Moore’s Adult Foster Care in Charlotte. She was born Dec. 26, 1920, in Mendon Twp., Mich., a daughter to the late Clifford and Vera (Bennett) Happel.  Kathleen was raised on a farm near Burr Oak, Mich. and graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1939. On Dec. 22, 1946, in Burr Oak, she married Herbert Ahlgrim and 12 years later they moved to Cadillac where they resided until he passed away in 2005. While living in Burr Oak, she had been employed for the First National Bank and while in Cadillac she was a homemaker.  Kathleen enjoyed to sew. Surviving are one son, Lynn H. (Janne) Ahlgrim of Charlotte; two grandsons, Eric L. (Heather) Ahlgrim of Burr Oak, and Kurt R. Ahlgrim of Melbourn, Fla.; a great-grandson, Karl E. Ahlgrim; a sister, Lovada Pagels of Burr Oak, and a brother, Lee Happel of Sturgis. She was preceded in death by her parents; Herbert, her husband of 58 years, and one brother, Vern Happel. The family will receive friends and relatives from noon - 2 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Kathleen Ahlgrim will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home with Rev. Kurt Kuhlmann of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Burr Oak, officiating.  Memorial donations may be directed to St. John’s Lutheran Church 218 W. Main St. Burr Oak, MI 49030 or the charity of one’s choice, envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.legacy.com  


 


 

Kathryn A. Wassman 1950-2008 Kathryn A. Wassman, 58, Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2008 at her home in Harbor Beach, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Mt. Clemens on October 22, 1950, the daughter of the late Alois and Shirley (Yax) Cukr. Kathy and Doug Wassman were united in marriage on June 6, 1970 in Mt. Clemens. She was an employee of Chemical Bank in Harbor Beach and a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach. Kathy enjoyed scrap booking, gardening and spending time with her family. To all who knew her, she was a beautiful person, both inside and out, and she will be sadly missed. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Wassman, Harbor Beach; a son, Cameron (Susan) Wassman, Mt. Pleasant and a brother, Michael Cukr, Ray Township. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A private family service will take place at a later time. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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Keith D. Spencer

Keith D. Spencer, 70, of Midland, passed away Dec. 27, 2008, in Midland. He was born July 26, 1938, to Ora and Nola (Woodruff) Spencer in Gladwin. 


 


 

Keith V. Miles, 91

Keith V. Miles, 91, of Charlevoix, died Dec. 30, 2008, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility. There will be no services. Burial will be in Brookside Cemetery in Charlevoix.


 


 

Kurt A. Derr

Wednesday, December 17, 2008 10:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kurt A. Derr, 37, of Osseo, passed away Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, at home.  He was born on Aug. 29, 1971, in Hillsdale, the son of Dean E. and Sharon A. (Delaney) Derr.  Kurt attended Pittsford Schools.  He worked for Frank Armstrong Construction in Hillsdale. Kurt enjoyed working with horses, working with his hands, especially building dog houses and rabbit hunting when he had time. Kurt is survived by four children, Dustin Smith of Pittsford, Natasha Smith, Ashley Derr and Derek Derr and his children’s mother, Christina Smith all of Osseo;  his mother, Sharon Derr of Osseo; five brothers, Danny Derr of Osseo, Bobby (Betty) Derr of Tenn., Denny Derr of Osseo, Dale (Diana Stump) Derr of Osseo, Darrell Derr of Hillsdale; four sisters, Sherrie (Joe) Dangelo of Tennessee, Marta Mohr of Texas, Penny (Roger) Perez of West Unity, Ohio, and Donna (Dave) Miler of Osseo; special uncle, Larry Delaney of Osseo and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his father and brother, Kevin Derr. Funeral services for Kurt will be  at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Douglas Plunkett officiating.  Cremation will follow the service.  Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. Friday. Memorials are suggested to the children or funeral home to help with expenses.  View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com 


 


 

LAGOS GERALDINE (GERRY) 

will be Sunday 3-9 p.m. and Monday, 1-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. at Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights (48312). Gerry will lie in state Tuesday, January 6 at 11 a.m. at St. Edmund's Catholic Church, 14025 12 Mile Rd., Warren, between Schoenherr and Hayes, until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m.


 


 

LEFLER RICHARD W 

January 2, 2009. Age 56 of Wayne. Beloved husband of Debra. Dear father of Helen (Tim Schneider) Lefler, Richard (Tisa), Ray (Tera), Zachary and the late Virginia Lefler. Grandfather of Jacob, Madeline, Erin, Rachel, Richard, Grace and Nikki. Brother of Ray (Debbie), Della (David) Kuehn, Henry (Diane), Ronald (Chris) and the late Margaret Vail. Service Tuesday 1 p.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland. Family will receive friends Monday 1-9 p.m. Please visit and leave a note of condolence at www.uhtfh.com


 


 

LINDSAY JEANNE C 

Sunday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Donations to Treasure Coast Hospice, 1201 S. E. Indian St. Stuart, FL 34997 are appreciated. Interment Lambs Cemetery. Mrs. Lindsay's memberships include the St. Clair County 4 H Fair Board, Yale Board of Education and The Rainbow Girls. She attended Michigan State University and majored in Psychology. Upon retirement, Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay resided on Sanibel Island, FL and subsequently settled in Stuart, FL. Mrs. Lindsay's Elocution skills were legendary. She will be sadly missed by her kitty cat "Mimi" and many friends in Florida and in Michigan. Share memories at WujekCalcaterra.com


 


 

LITAK JOHN L 

78, died December 26, 2008. Survived by son Paul Litak of Lincoln Park. Memorial service January 7, 2009, at 3 p.m. at Perry Funeral Home, Detroit.


 


 

LOVE WILLIAM 

Age 91, of West Palm Beach, Florida and formerly of Franklin. January 2, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary; daughters, Ella (Douglas) Sprung and Dale Diane Phillips; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and many loving extended family members and dear friends. Bill was preceded in death by his daughter, Idette Louise Wright. Funeral Service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 East Liberty, Milford, Monday, January 5, 2009, 12 p.m. with Pastor Mark Jenson officiating. Burial White Chapel Cemetery. Friends may visit Sunday, 2-5 p.m. Masonic Service at 4 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Shrine Children's Hospitals. For further information please call 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com.


 


 

LYNCH TIMOTHY M 

Age 58, of Okahoma City, died December 26,2008. Loving husband of Carol; brother of Sharon Reisdorf, Michael (Michelle), Deborah Terlecki, Colleen (Danny) Roupe, Jim and the late Patrick and Steven. Contributions may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Society - Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, 7336 W. Britton Rd., Okla. City, OK 73132.


 


 

LaFonda M. Knowles

Saturday, January 3, 2009 12:15 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

LaFonda M. Knowles, age 93, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at her home. No services will be held at this time. Interment of ashes will be held at Lakeview Cemetery in Quincy at a later date. Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home. LaFonda was born on March 15, 1915 in Coldwater to Charles and Margaret (French) Lindsey. She married Herman Knowles on Oct. 20, 1935 in Quincy. He preceded her in death on May 19, 2008. LaFonda has been a lifelong resident of Branch County. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Community Health Center and for many years at the former Coldwater Regional Center, from which she retired in 1975. LaFonda enjoyed square dancing belonging to the Merry Mixers Square Dance Club, and enjoyed traveling; wintering in Florida with her husband, reading, learning new things and all sorts of puzzles. Most of all, she enjoyed the time she spent with her family. In addition to her husband Herman, LaFonda was preceded in death by her daughter Nancy Radebaugh in 2006 and her brother George Lindsey. She is survived by her daughters Kay Wright of Coldwater and Donna and Larry Backes of Zephyrhills, Fla.; her sister Leona Hilliar of Howell, eight grandchildren: Kim and Margaret Radebaugh of Homer, Steven and Maria Radebaugh of Homer, Debra and David Smith of Coldwater, Shawn and Paul Butler of Hillsdale, Michelle and Greg Fritchey of Van Buren, Ark., Karen Fraley of Homer, Lore Radebaugh of Coldwater and Kerry and Denis Clark of Coldwater, 20 great grandchildren and many great, great grandchildren. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.


 


 

Leland "Bud" Arkwright

Leland "Bud" Arkwright, 79, of Eastlake, died Jan.1 in his home. The Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead 

Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated.


 


 

Louis Bork

Bork, Louis H. Bay City, Michigan Mr. Bork, age 86 years, local educator and businessman, passed away Friday, January 2, 2009 at his home. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service and life celebration at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2009, at Bay City Immanuel Lutheran Church, Tenth at Lincoln. Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church General Fund. A complete obituary will appear in Thursday's edition.


 


 

MAKRIS NICHOLAS C 

2-9 p.m. Wednesday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (3 blocks E. of Van Dyke), Utica. Trisagion Prayers 6 p.m. Wednesday. Mr. Makris will lie in state on Thursday at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 760 W. Wattles Rd., Troy from 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. time of Service.


 


 

MALMGREN JAMES H SR 

1-9 p.m. Monday with 7 p.m. V.F.W. Memorial. Funeral 12 Noon Tuesday, January 6, 2009, at Lyle Elliott Funeral Home, 31730 Mound Rd., Warren. 


 


 

MASLO ELEANOR R 

Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 3 p.m. Rosary at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. funeral Mass at St. Raymond Church, 20103 Joann, Detroit. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Heart Association. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: www.wasikfuneralhome.com


 


 

MOONEY DOROTHY WALTON 

December 31, 2008. Wife of the late Gerard C. Mooney. Mother of Gerard C. Mooney Jr. of Suttens Bay, David W. Mooney, Lakeforest, Illinois and the late Louise Mooney Collins. Brother of Jonathan T. Walton of St. Clair Shores and the late Howard R. Walton Jr. and the late David R. Walton. Also survived by six grandchildren. Memorial service Christ Church, Grosse Pointe, Thursday, January 8, 2009 at 4 p.m. Memorial tribute to The Neighborhood Club of Grosse Pointe and The Sigma Gama Foundation, 57 Cambridge Rd., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236. Arrangements by Hamilton Cremation Society of Grosse Pointe.


 


 

MOORE SHERYLANN 

at the A.H.Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile Rd.), Warren, Saturday, Jan.10, 2009 from 2 p.m. until the time of Memorial Service 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Family appreciated. ahpeters.com


 


 

MORTIER DONALD H 

1-4 and 6-9 p.m. Monday, January 5, 2009 in the Gilbert Funeral Home, Algonac. www.gilbertfuneralhomeinc.com 


 


 

MOSO ENCARNACION NARVASA 

"Racing" Age 90, of Roseville, Michigan, a native of Pangasinan, Philippines, passed away peacefully at home on January 3, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Sulpicio; and loving mother of Jaime (Lucita), Milagros (Perfecto) and Corazon (Francisco, Jr.). She is also survived by her grandchildren Mary Grace (Alan), Joselito, Jonathan, Jay (Laura), Myra Lynn (Rey), Melissa, Philip and Matthew, and great-grandchildren Ian, Austin James, Joel Howard, Ariel Sol, Ethan Philip, Isabel and Victoria. Her smile and ever-present cheer will always be remembered by everyone she touched, including family and friends in Michigan, California, Canada and the Philippines. Mahal na mahal ka naming lahat. For funeral arrangements, please call Kaul Funeral Home of Roseville, MI (586-775-1911).


 


 

MURDOCH KATHLEEN T (NEE LIDDY) 

December 29, 2008, age 84, of Dearborn. Preceded in death by husband Peter R. Murdoch and brothers Frank and William. Survived by six children; Thomas G., Peter D., Gregory F., Mary Susan Hastings (Terry), William R. and Christopher J. Sister of Molly J. Obreicht of Perry, GA. Also survived by five grandchildren; Leonardo, August, Jennifer, Michael and Christopher. Funeral Services arrangements were by the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, (313) 561-1500.


 


 

MURPHY DOLORES THERESA 

January 3, 2009. Age 83. Predeceased by her husband Stephen and her sons, Timothy and Daniel. Survived by her son Dale, daughter-in-law Brigette, granddaughter Caitlin, sister Genevieve Derniner and nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Monday, January 5, 2009 from 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile, Livonia, MI 48152. Funeral Tuesday, January 6, 2009. In state 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Mass at St. Priscilla Church 19120 Purlingbrook, Livonia, MI 48152. Please leave the family a message at www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com


 


 

Margaret Howe-Leckrone

Howe-Leckrone, Margaret A. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Thursday, January 1, 2009. Funeral service will take place 11 AM Wednesday January 7, 2008 at the Reitz Herzberg Funeral Home on S. Midland Rd. (M47). Rev. Patricia Petrie will officiate with interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Friends and family are welcome to gather at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4-8 PM and on Wednesday one hour before the funeral. Memorial offerings may be made to the Diabetes Association. Full obituary will appear in Monday's newspaper.


 


 

Marilyn Hazlett, 80

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marilyn Ruth Hazlett, age 80, of Holland, died Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at her home. She was born March 24, 1928, in Detroit, MI to Leander and Beatrice Rivard. Lyn was married to Nur William Hazlett, August 31, 1949. They moved to Holland in 1972. She was a devoted wife and homemaker to seven children. Lyn is survived by her husband Nur W. Hazlett and daughters, Karen (Richard) Kelly, Shelby Twp MI., Deborah Celli, Warren MI, Michelle (Michael) Warvel, Holland MI, Yvonne (Michael) Johnson Holland MI, son’s Blu’ ( Joji) Rivard CA, Edward Hazlett (Christopher) Holland MI, Paul Hazlett, AZ; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Marilyn was preceded in death by son Keith Paul and sisters, Natalie Rivard, Jane Laramie and Betty Duke. Memorial service will be 11 am Saturday, January 10, 2009, at Dykstra Funeral Home, 295 Douglas Ave., Holland. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Alzheimer’s Research or Hospice of Holland.


 


 

Marjorie A. Cairl Sept. 24, 1934-Jan. 2, 2009

Marjorie A. Cairl, age 74, a life long resident of Monroe, MI passed away Friday, January 2, 2009 at 1:00 AM in her home surrounded by her loving family. Marjorie had been in declining for 10 years and seriously ill for the past 3 months.


 


 

Martha Linn Lindsley

Friday, January 2, 2009 12:23 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Martha Linn Lindsley, age 68, of Kalamazoo, Mich., passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. She was born in Newton, Mass., on Aug. 18, 1940, a daughter of Norwell and Charlotte (McLeod) Hornbeck. Marti graduated from Waltham High School in 1959, and later received her RN from Glen Oaks Community College. She was a member of the Centreville United Methodist Church and was a bus driver for Centreville Schools. Martha enjoyed vintage car racing, fishing on Lake Michigan, painting, and ballroom, tango and swing dancing. Surviving Marti are: her daughters, Lisa (Jeff) DeLeo of Centreville, Nicole Lindsley of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Cody Kellermeier, Brandon Kellermeier, Emily DeLeo and Cooper DeLeo; two great-grandchildren; and many cousins on the East Coast. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Peter Hornbeck. Relatives and friends will be received from noon-2 p.m. Saturday at the  Centreville United Methodist Church., where memorial services will follow at 2 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Karin Orr officiating. Interment of ashes will be at Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Centreville United Methodist Church, 305 E. Main St., Centreville, MI 49032; or West Michigan Cancer Center, 200 N. Park St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Martin Bolt

BOLT - Martin "Marty" H. Bolt, aged 90, went to the arms of his Lord on Thursday, January 1, 2009. A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming with Rev. Mike Alber presiding. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Monday at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming, from 5 to 9 p.m. with a Rosary to be held at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com. Please see Sunday's edition for a full obituary. Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf


 


 

Mary Antoinette Harju

Friday, January 2, 2009 11:45 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Mary Antoinette Harju, 49, of 203 Sunday Lake Street, Wakefield, passed on early Wednesday morning, Dec. 31, 2008, at her home, after a three-year courageous battle with ovarian cancer, with her loving family at her side.


 


 

Mary Bell Owsley

Friday, January 2, 2009 12:27 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Bell Owsley, 40, of 8265E - 400N., Howe, Ind., died Dec. 24, 2008, in Memphis, Tenn., when she was struck by a car while crossing an intersection. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday at the Ontario Congregational Church, where services are at 1 p.m. Monday. Burial will be in Ontario Cemetery, Ontario, Ind. Arrangements are by the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange.


 


 

Mary E. 'Mickey' Anderson

Saturday, January 3, 2009 12:26 PM 

IRONWOOD -- Mary E. "Mickey" Anderson, 86, of 715 Pabst St., Ironwood, died early Thursday morning, Jan. 1, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Mary Frances Brown

Monday, December 22, 2008 8:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mary Frances Brown, 87, of Camden, died Friday, Dec. 19, 2008 in Archbold, Ohio. She owned and operated the Stylette Beauty Shop near Camden for more than 35 years. She was a member of Lake View United Methodist Church at Camden. She was preceded in death by her husband James Lynwood Brown; one great-grandson; brothers, Gloyd, Clair, Donald and Rex Vernier; sisters, Gladys Tressler, Lois Pettit, Doris Hershiser and Velma Rediger. She is survived by daughter Lynette (Robert) Tom of Montpelier, Ohio; son, Larry “Doc” (Sheryl) Brown of Camden; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Fairlawn Chapel in Archbold with interment in Osborn Cemetery. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. today, Monday at Short Funeral Home, Archbold.


 


 

Mary L. Fox

Mary L. Fox, age 95, of Frenchtown Township passed away January 1, 2009 at Elderly Solutions.


 


 

Mary L. Wescott, 48

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:29 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary L. Wescott, age 48, of Holland passed away Friday, January 2, 2009 at Hospice House of Holland. Mary loved to play bingo and was a Mickey Mouse collector. She was a very caring and giving person who tried to help everybody.  She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Wescott, her mother Beverly DeWitt in 1997 and her grandparents. She is survived by her father: Robert and Barbara DeWitt of Baileys Harbor, WI; Brother and sisters: Michael DeWitt of Holland, Michelle DeWitt of Holland, Loretta Santora of Holland; Aunts and uncle:  Jerry and Diane Wolters of Holland, Mrs. Pete (Shirley) Colella of Holland, Margaret and Raymond Lantrip of Pontotoc, MS; Several nephews, nieces and cousins. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.


 


 

Mary Louise Fox

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mary Hoffman was born in Palmyra, Mich., on Sept. 8, 1913, from the marriage of the late Charles and the late Caroline (Egley) Hoffman. She married Howard C. Fox on Aug. 27, 1941, at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church.   Mary attended Adrian College and the University of Michigan, then received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Eastern Michigan University. Following graduation, she worked for several years in the Palmyra School District before moving to the Carleton area. For many years, Mary taught in a one-room school house for Airport Community Schools. Mary taught the third grade her entire career, which spanned more than thirty years. She retired in 1975.   Mary and Howard were blessed with a son, David, and daughter-in-law, Robin Fox of LaSalle, and a daughter, Carole, and son-in-law, Robert Laura of Flat Rock. Carole passed away Feb. 15, 2008. From these two children came five beloved grandchildren, Rob and Dwayne Laura, David Fox, and Shawna Fox. Mary took pleasure in nurturing her students. Likewise, she took delight in keeping a beautiful garden complete with tulips, lilacs, daffodils and peonies. She enjoyed bird watching, especially the cardinals and blue birds, and collecting trinkets and figurines.   Mary was a frequent visitor to the Frenchtown Senior Center, where she loved to play bingo and card games with friends, while her beloved Howard shot pool. Howard passed away on May 4, 2001. Mary was a member of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church, the American Association of Retired School Personnel, and the Michigan Education Association. Mary Louise Fox, age 95, a resident of Elderly Solutions for the past two years, passed away peacefully Jan. 1, 2009.   She had been under the care of Heartland Hospice and Homecare. Her passing was also preceded by a granddaughter, Katie Fox; five brothers, Earl Hoffman, Harold Hoffman, Glen Hoffman, Carl Hoffman, and Clyde Hoffman; and three sisters, Hazel Brockway, Gladys Dennis, and Ruth Hoffman. Friends may gather from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 N. Monroe St., (734) 384-5185, where a celebration of her life will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 7, at 11 a.m. The Rev. Larry Loree of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church will officiate. Burial will follow at Palmyra Cemetery. Memorials are requested to Heartland Hospice or Holy Ghost Lutheran Church. Online words of inspiration and comfort may be made by visiting www.merklefuneralservice.com and then selecting the Life Stories page.


 


 

Mary Louise Fox Sept. 8, 1913-Jan. 1, 2009

Mary Hoffman was born in Palmyra, Michigan on September 8, 1913 from the marriage of the late Charles and the late Caroline (Egley) Hoffman. 


 


 

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Mary Sarna 

Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly.


 


 

Maurice Gould

Gould, Maurice "Moe" K. Ann Arbor, MI Maurice "Moe" K. Gould, 80, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family December 25, 2008. He was born March 13, 1928 in Ann Arbor,MI to Morley and Anna Gould. Following High School, Moe served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. He then returned to Ann Arbor, married Jane E. Ferguson on September 22, 1948 and completed the apprentice program with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 252. He was a 55 year member of IBEW, Local 252. He was preceded in death by his mother, his father and his wife. Survivors include two brothers, Dean (Virginia) of Racine, Wisconsin and Jerry (MaryAnn) of Ann Arbor; his five children, Lynn (Charles) Dube, Rick, Dave (Tammy), Alan (Sherry) and Amy Sikkila; seven grandchildren, Nicole Dube, Joshua, Preston, Sara (Rich) Green, Jeff (Lindsey), Catherine and Andrea Sikkila; great-granddaughter, Gianna; many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at the Nie Funeral Home, 2400 Carpenter Rd., on Saturday, January 17 at 1 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 2 p.m. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Mercy Hospice, P.O. Box 995, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. To read an expanded obituary or leave electronic condolences, please go to www.nie funeral homes.com


 


 

Maxine Stepanski

Stepanski, Maxine Cecelia Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Stepanski, age 89, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2008. The Funeral Mass will be held Monday, January 5, 2009 at 10:00 am from St. Mary's Church. Friends may call at the Squires Funeral Home on Sunday from 2:00 to 8:00 pm. A complete obituary will appear in Saturday's edition.


 


 

McDEVITT RICHARD THOMAS

1958-2008. Survived by his loving wife Maureen, four step-children, Jose Cristobal, Matias, Catalina and Nicolas. Richard was a wonderful and loving husband and step-father whose passion revolved around helping others invest in themselves. His ability to make the complicated simple, has led to many who have crossed his path to reach levels of success that was originally thought unattainable. He will be dearly missed.


 


 

McISAAC JOHN R 

4-8 p.m. Wednesday. Memorials to Odyssey Hospice. Sign the online guestbook at: www.howepeterson.com 


 


 

McKINNEY JOHN ROBERT 

February 3, 1923-December 30, 2008. Preceded in death by daughter Pennie. Leaves behind Helen "Sis", wife for 62 years, sons, Jack, Pat, Mickey (Carol), daughters, Pam (Paul) and Terri (Bob). Also leaves 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.


 


 

NALEZYTY WALTER A 

Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Liturgy Sunday 7 p.m. In state Monday 8:30 a.m. until 9 a.m. time of Mass at St. Hubert Church, 38775 Prentiss (btw. Crocker and Jefferson). Memorials to the American Cancer Society or American Lung Assoc. appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

NELSON L. DUNLAP DECKERVILLE Nelson L. Dunlap, age 93, of Deckerville, died Tuesday December 23, 2008 in Autumnwood of Deckerville. He was born August 20, 1915 in Palms, the son of the late Andrew and Wilhelmina (Lietke) Dunlap. He married Miss. Evelyn Baumeister on April 15, 1944 in Deckerville, after 62 years of marriage she preceded him in death on April 18, 2006 Nelson was a member of the VFW and American Legion, Gideon's International, a past Boy Scout Explorer Leader, and was active in 4H and a long time member of the 1st Baptist Church. He was employed by Eaton Mfg, before entering the US Army, which he served from 1941 to 1945, in North Africa, Italy, and Sicily, earning a Silver Star. After WWII he worked for the Kroger Grocery Stores. He then learned the carpenter trade from Lee Vincent, and later started Dunlap Builders, where he was a noted home builder and cabinet maker. He is survived by one son Richard (Karen) Dunlap of Deckerville, two daughters, Gaye (Steve) Bauer of Faribault, MN., and Karen (Joe) Allen of Sandusky, ten grandchildren, and five great grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Also, three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Marion (Stanley) Dunlap, Mrs. Florence (Floyd) Baumeister, and Mrs. Carol (Don) Baumeister. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kathy, five brothers and three sisters Nelson L. Dunlap's "Legacy of Life" service will be 11:00 AM., Saturday in the Apsey Funeral Home. Rev. Paul Castle of Countryside Free Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Downing Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8:00 PM., Friday, and from 10:00 AM., Saturday until the time of service. Memorials may be given to Autumnwood of Deckerville, Snay Cemetery Association, or United Hospice. His was a life well lived. Arrangements by Apsey Funeral Home, Deckerville, MI

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NEUBACHER DOROTHY S 

Monday 2-7 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). Dorothy will lie in state on Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church, Southgate until time of Service at 11 a.m. Interment Woodmere Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The Henry Ford Hospice. Visit the on-line guest book at www.martenson.com.


 


 

Nelson Sterken, 85

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:28 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Nelson Sterken, age 85 of Zeeland, passed away Friday, January 2, 2009. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Ben, Art, Leon and Alvin Sterken. He was a lifelong member of North Street Christian Reformed Church.  Nelson served his country in the Army during the Korean War as an x-ray technician and retired from Buss Machine. He is survived by his brother and sister: James and Lee Sterken of Zeeland, Esther and Lee De Vries of Jenison; Sister-in-law: Pearl Sterken of Kalamazoo and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Monday at the North Street Christian Reformed Church with the Reverends John Klompien and Arthur Besteman officiating. Visitation will be 4-7 pm Sunday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in New Gronigen Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Lakeshore Senior Care. An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.


 


 

OSTER DOROTHY RUTH 

December 30, 2008. Loving mother of John (Elaine), Ken, Cheryl Buckwalter and Gerald. Dear sister of Margaret Longfellow. Also survived by six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Care and Services were entrusted to the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, (734) 522-9400


 


 

Orval U. "Cork" Heath

Orval U. "Cork" Heath, age 91, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008, at the Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on May 16, 1917 in Vanwert, Ohio, the son of Uriah and Julia (Purk) Heath.


 


 

PALAZZOLA ROBERT V 

December 29, 2008. Age 55. Beloved son of the late Samuel and Eleanor Palazzola. Dear brother of Ronald (Jean), Gerald (Geri) and Donna (Francis) James. Uncle of Ann Marie, Thomas, Michael, Mary, Jason, Ryan, Dominic, Dimity and Betsy. Great uncle of 14. Dear pet Patches. Cremation has taken place and a memorial is planned for the spring of 2009. Memorials suggested to St. John Hospice. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Funerals, St. Clair Shores, www.SimpleFuneralsInMichigan.com


 


 

PAPPAS NANCY 

Age 76. Beloved wife of Gust. Dear Mother of Andrew, Chris (Kaja), Steven (Kelly), Timothy (Marilyn), Amy, Lisa (Bill) Sutton and Jodie. Loving grandmother of 14. Dear niece of Ruthie (Ron) Frazier. Sister of the late Kenny and Jimmy Cunningham. Memorial visiting Monday 5-9 p.m. Memorial services Tuesday 11 a.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (btw. 6-7 Mile).


 


 

PETROFF IRENE 

and funeral services in Pennsylvania at Thompson-Marodi Funeral Home. 809 Main St. Bentleyville, PA 15314 


 


 

Paul Funk

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Paul Funk, age 70, died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Arrangements are pending with the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Peter J. Otter June 26, 1927-Dec. 31, 2008

Peter John Otter was born June 26, 1927 in Waltz from the union of the late Peter and the late Florence C. (Eberline) Otter. 


 


 

QUENNEVILLE JEROME MARCEL 

, Sunday 1-9 p.m. Rosary 4 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph. Memorials may be made to Karmanos Cancer Inst. www.howepeterson.com


 


 

RALPH KENNETH E 

and services to be held in Garden, Michigan. Donations to the Parkenson Foundation. Arrangements by Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, Sterling Heights Chapel. 


 


 

RANEY RICHARD V 

Sunday 3-9 p.m. and Monday 12-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary. Prayers Tuesday 9 a.m. from John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (bet. Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill) to St. Colette Catholic Church, 17600 Newburgh (bet. 6 & 7 Mile Rd.) for 10 a.m. Mass. Memorials suggested to Lymphoma Research.


 


 

REBB ELLA (NEE BROWE) 

Monday 12 p.m. until the time of funeral service at 3 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park Chapel, Tuesday at 12 p.m. Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Hamburg, Michigan or charity of choice.


 


 

RISHER DOROTHY W 

Age 90 of Redford Township, passed away peacefully December 22, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Ralph. Loving mother of Douglas (Kathy), Robert, Stephen (Phyllis), and Ronald (Mindy). Adored grandmother of Chris, Michael, Karen, Todd, Jeffrey, Jennifer, Adam, Jaclyn, Jeremy, and Jaimee, and great-grandmother of 12. She was preceded in death by two sisters and two great-grandchildren. Memorial Service, Saturday, January 10, 2009, 11 a.m. at Oak Pointe Church, 50200 Ten Mile Rd., Novi, MI 48374. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial contributions to Oak Pointe Benevolent Fund. Arrangements entrusted to Casterline Funeral Home, Inc. of Northville.


 


 

RITCHIE IRENE M 

2-9 p.m. Funeral service Monday 10 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill).


 


 

ROBER BARBARA LOU (NEE BURKE) 

Age 77. January 2, 2009 of Clinton Township. Loving wife of Herbert. Beloved mother of Gary (Susan), Kevin, Trina (William) Scharmann, and the late Eric. Grandmother of Allison (Kevin) Wyatt, Neil, and the late Aaron. Sister of Beverly (Louis) Dauw. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorial gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and St. John Hospice. Arrangements entrusted to the Kaul Funeral Home, Clinton Township. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

RODRIGUEZ ERNESTO 

Monday 2-9 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan (one block N. of 12 Mile Rd.) Warren. 


 


 

ROSE BERYL 

, Tuesday 3-8 p.m. at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 Blks. W. of Woodward), Berkley. Instate, Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until time of service 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 1800 W. Maple, Birmingham. Burial, White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Memorials may be made to the Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1800 W. Maple, Birmingham. Share your memories at: www.sawyerfuller.com


 


 

RUEHR EMILY D 

Age 73 of Farmington, passed away December 28, 2008. She is preceded in death by her husband, Norman and parents, Ernest and Edna Krampitz. A private memorial will be held at a later date. Remembrances may be made to Angela Hospice or the Alcona Humane Society.


 


 

RUTHA LEONARD T 

Age 93. December 21, 2008, of Taylor. Beloved husband of Veronica. Dearest father of Marie (Tony) Niemiec, Carol (Ron) Pomorski, and Marilynn (Ed) Pokoj. Dear grandfather of seven and great grandfather of seven. Loving brother of Virginia Kuss. Memorial Service Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Alfred Catholic Church, 9500 Banner, Taylor. Arrangements by Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, Taylor Chapel. www.howepeterson.com


 


 

Raymond 'Ernie' Krauss

Wednesday, December 17, 2008 10:34 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Raymond “Ernie” Krauss, 44, of Hillsdale, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center in Hillsdale. He was born Oct. 22, 1964, in Monroe, the son of Raymond J.H. and Ruth Y. (Morey) Krauss. He volunteered with the Hillsdale Community Theater, was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Hillsdale and he was a dedicated, devoted loving father and will be forever missed in his family’s and loved ones’ hearts until the day we are rejoined together in heaven. Raymond is survived by his parents, Raymond and Ruth Krauss of Hillsdale, his sons Matthew R. Krauss of Hillsdale and Nicolas E. Krauss of Cummings, Ga; by his sister, Cindy (Krauss) Russell and her husband Joseph and their children: Micah, Bethany, Abbey and Joel. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Brown VanHemert Funeral Home in Hudson with Pastor Brian Nutter officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Adrian. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and from noon until time of service Thursday. Memorials are suggested to the Calvary Baptist Church in Hillsdale. Read this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Reinhold Sippert

SIPPERT, Reinhold - Age 93, of Swartz Creek, died Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at Genesys Health Park. Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Friday, January 2, 2009 at the German Church of God, 2493 S. Elms Road, Swartz Creek, with Pastor Waldemar Makus officiating. Interment will follow at Crestwood Memorial Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to Christian Unity Press, P.O. Box 527, York, NE 68467. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Reino 'Ray' Rudolph Metsala

Monday, December 29, 2008 12:58 PM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Reino "Ray" Rudolph Metsala, 87, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 28, 2008, at the Ontonagon Aspirus Hospital Long Term Unit.


 


 

Richard H. Oleniczak

Richard H. Oleniczak, 82, of Manistee, died Dec. 31 at West Shore Medical Center. The Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Rick Terpstra, 58

Saturday, January 3, 2009 10:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rick A. Terpstra, 58, of Holland, died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, at Spectrum Health, Butterworth Campus. Services are 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at Central Park Reformed Church, 614 Myrtle Ave. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation is 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. www.lakeshorememorial.com


 


 

Robert Arthur Hawkins, 83

Robert Arthur Hawkins, 83, of Eveline Township, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility. 


 


 

Robert Lavern Horner

Sunday, January 4, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Lavern Horner, age 77, of Adrian and Spring Hill, Fla., died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Oak Hill Hospital in Spring Hill, Fla. The funeral liturgy will be offered at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Adrian with full graveside military rites conducted by Annis-Fint VFW Post #1584. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where there will be a vigil prayer service held at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. A full obituary will appear in Tuesday’s edition of The Daily Telegram.


 


 

Rylee A. Shull

Friday, January 2, 2009 12:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rylee A. Shull, 12 days old, died Dec. 31, 2008, at Parkview North in Fort Wayne, Ind. She was born Dec. 19, 2008, in Fort Wayne to Jeremiah D. and Danielle (Bolinger) Shull of LaGrange, Ind. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange.  


 


 

SAVAGE BETTIE B 

Tuesday 10:00 a.m until time of memorial service 1:00 p.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Ave. (S. of 22 Mile Rd.) in Shelby Twp. Share online condolences, visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com


 


 

SCHULTE RICHARD C 

Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover at Common (12 1/2 Mile Road). Funeral service Wednesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Please share memories at: www.Temrowski.com 


 


 

SCHULTZ NANCY MARIE 

Age 69 of Commerce Twp., died January 2, 2009. Beloved wife of 44 years to Chet. Loving mother of Steve (Michelle) Schultz of Newnan, GA. Grandmother of Jacob Matthew and Shelby Amanda Schultz. Sister of Ray (Ann) Neff, Susan Neff and the late Tom (Gail) Neff. Also numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 340 Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake (3 blks. S. of Maple Rd.) Monday 11 am. Interment Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens, Novi. Friends may visit Sunday 4-8 pm. Memorials to the American Cancer Society appreciated.


 


 

SELLERS MARY E

Monday 4-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture service at Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Ave. (S. of 22 Mile Rd.) in Shelby Twp. In state, Tuesday 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral Mass 11 a.m., St. Kieran Catholic Church, 53600 Mound Rd. in Shelby Twp. Share online condolences visit, www.gramerfuneralhome.com


 


 

SMALLWOOD BEN 

at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Monday, January 5th, 4-8 p.m. Funeral at First United Methodist Church, 1589 W. Maple Road, Birmingham, Tuesday, January 6th 11 a.m. Obituary and condolences: at lynchfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

SMITH VIRGINIA SHEA 

at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Sunday 4-8 p.m. Prayers Sunday 7 p.m. Memorials appreciated to The Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street, Detroit, MI 48207. Obituary and condolences at: lynchfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

SPINSKI EDWARD N 

Monday 4-8 p.m., Tuesday 3-8 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Rosary at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (Just N. of Grand River, between 9-10 Mile Rds.), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Memorials suggested to the Franciscan Poverty Program at the Church of the Transfiguration, Southfield. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. heeney-sundquist.com.


 


 

Scott Thomas Makela

Saturday, January 3, 2009 12:23 PM

BAYSIDE, Wis.   --   Scott Thomas Makela, 45, of Bayside and Wakefield, Mich., died Wednesday, Dec.   31, 2008, as a result of a snowmobile accident. 


 


 

Shirley A. (Keeler) Fields Aug. 12, 1929-Dec. 19, 2008

Shirley A. (Keeler) Fields, 79 years, of Sun City Center, Florida and previously of Sylvania, OH and Temperance, MI, died Friday December 19, 2008 in South Bay Hospital after a brave five month battle with Congestive Heart Failure.


 


 

Stanley R. Modreski

Stanley R. Modreski, 67, of Manistee, died Dec. 31 at his home. The Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Sue Carrie (McClain) Melvin

Wednesday, December 17, 2008 10:36 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sue Carrie Melvin, 72, of Enid,Ohio, loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, was born to John Rennels and Sarah Babet (Vincent) McClain on Oct. 4, 1936, in Bird Lake, and went home to be with her Lord on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008, at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Enid, Okla. Sue grew up in Jerome and attended North Adams High School.  She moved to sunny California, where she met the love of her life, William Melvin. In 1962, she married William D. Melvin in Spring Valley, Calif. Sue was a homemaker and enjoyed spending precious time with her family and grandchildren. Even though she was so far away from her parents and siblings, they were always close to her heart. When her daughter and son-in-law decided to move to Enid, she soon followed in 1997. There was no keeping her away from her grandchildren. She is survived by one daughter, Tina Rodriguez and husband Ramiro of Enid; three grandchildren, Candice Rose Chavez, Christian Michael Rodriguez, and Ciara Alexis Rodriguez; and one great-grandchild, Natalia Rose Chavez, all of Enid; four brothers, Tom, Johnny, Ronnie and Terry McClain; and three sisters, Dorothy Thomas, Barbara Griffin and Claribel Cook. Sue was preceded in death by her husband William D. Melvin and one sister Mary Jane Hansen. A memorial service will be at a later date in the Jerome Methodist Church in Jerome.  Burial will be in the Somerset Center Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are by Anderson-Burris Funeral Home, Enid. Condolences may be made online at www.andersonburris.com.


 


 

Susan R. Buckman

Tuesday, December 30, 2008 12:56 PM 

QUINNESEC, Mich -- Susan R. Buckman, 60, of 841 Christine Court, Quinnesec, formerly of Bergland, passed away Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008, at Dickinson County Memorial Hospital in Iron Mountain.


 


 

Susanna 'Sue' Bugni

Monday, December 29, 2008 12:59 PM 

KANKAKEE, Ill. -- Susanna "Sue" Bugni, 75, of Kankakee, died Dec. 25, 2008, at Manor Care Nursing Home in Kankakee. 


 


 

Sylvia Kangas

Saturday, January 3, 2009 12:25 PM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Sylvia Kangas, 102, of Hurley, died on Tuesday,   Dec. 30, 2008, in Ironwood, Mich. 


 


 

TRUDY M. SHAHBAZ DECKERVILLE Trudy M. Shahbaz, age 87, of Deckerville, died Friday December 19, 2008 in her home. She was born October 6, 1921 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late John and Mary (Teevin) Diederich. She married Joseph B. Shahbaz on February 27, 1945 in Chicago. He preceded in death on July 1, 2003. Survived by three sons; Kenneth of Greensboro, NC., Daniel of Stevensville and Robert of Deckerville. Funeral Mass was in St. Mary Catholic Church, Port Sanilac. Arrangements by the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home.

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(nee FRAZHO) Age 82 of St. Clair Shores, died January 2, 2009. Beloved wife of Francis. Dear mother of John Earl (Sue) Plesz and Gerald Anthony (Mary) Plesz. Also survived by nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Visiting hours Sunday 5-9 pm at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores, Prayers Sunday 8:30 p.m. Cremation Lincoln Memorial Park. Memorials to charity of choice would be appreciated.


 


 

Vance Petersen

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Vernon Larson

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Victor E. Badalamenti Feb. 8, 1926-Jan. 1, 2009

Victor Emanuel Badalamenti, was born February 8, 1926 in Monroe, Michigan. 


 


 

Victor E. Badalamenti Jan. 1, 2009

Victor E. Badalamenti, 82, of Frenchtown Twp., died Friday. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

Wanda Greenham

GREENHAM, Wanda E. Of Kalamazoo Passed away January 1, 2009 at her home. She was born June 26, 1945. Surviving Wanda are her husband, two sons, 16 grandchildren; one great grandchild; and three step children. A memorial service will be held Friday, 11:00 AM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. with a 1-hour visitation preceding the service, 10-11:00 AM. Memorials may be directed to Gift of Life. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences.


 


 

William D. Mallow

Friday, January 2, 2009 12:24 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William Dale Mallow, age 84, a well-known Bronson, Mich. area farmer, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at  Sturgis Hospital.  He had been in failing health. Dale was born March 5, 1924, in Noble Township, a son of Clint and Maude (Roberts) Mallow, was a lifelong resident and graduated from Burr Oak High School.  He first married Dorothy Monroe.  She died in 1946.  He then married Marion (Foss) King on March 12, 1951, in Angola, Ind.  She died July 16, 2003. Dale was a member of the Branch County Farm Bureau, served on the Branch County Road Commission for several years and was a member of the Board of Directors of the former First of America Bank in Bronson.  He was also a buyer for Westfall Stock Yards for many years. Dale so enjoyed farming that he considered raising cattle as a hobby. Surviving are his sons and daughters-in-law, Lloyd and Ruth Mallow and Leslie and Carole Mallow, all of Bronson; stepson and daughter-in-law, Eugene and Thelma King of Bronson; grand children, Jim Mallow and Kim Coney; step-granddaughters Brenda Bennett of Bronson, Lori Winchell of Charlotte, S. C., andAmy Butcher of Burr Oak; and seven step grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2–8 p.m. today at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday with Rev. Dale Walterhouse officiating. Interment will follow in Fry Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to Pleasant Hill Missionary Church.  


 


 

William Dale Mallow

Saturday, January 3, 2009 12:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William Dale Mallow, age 84, a well known Bronson area farmer, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008 at the Sturgis Hospital. He had been in failing health. Dale was born March 5, 1924 in Noble Twp., son of Clint and Maude (Roberts) Mallow. He was a lifelong resident and graduated from Burr Oak High School. He first married Dorothy Monroe. She died in 1946. He then married Marion (Foss) King on March 12, 1951 in Angola, Ind. She died July 16, 2003. Dale was a member of the Branch County Farm Bureau, served on the Branch County Road Commission for several years and was a member of the Board of Directors of the former First of America Bank in Bronson. He was also a buyer for Westfall Stock Yards for many years.  Dale so enjoyed farming that he considered raising cattle as a hobby. Surviving Mr. Mallow are his sons and daughters-in-law, Lloyd and Ruth Mallow and Leslie and Carole Mallow all of Bronson, step daughter-in-law Thelma King of Sturgis; grand children Jim Mallow  and Kim Coney; great grandchildren Jael Mallow and Caleb Mallow; step-granddaughters Brenda Bennett of Bronson, Lori Winchell of Charlotte, S.C., Amy Butcher of Burr Oak; and seven step-great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his two wives and his step-son Eugene King. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009 at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson with Rev. Dale Walterhouse officiating. Interment will follow in Fry Cemetery. The family received friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 2– 8 p.m. Friday. Memorial donations are suggested to Pleasant Hill Missionary Church.


 


 

William Francis Durkin Nov. 19, 1950-Dec. 31, 2008

William Francis Durkin, age 58, of Monroe, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at Henry Ford Medical Center in Detroit.


 


 

William R. Frase Adrian William R. Frase, Sr., age 75, of Adrian, passed away Friday, (December 26, 2008) at Bixby Medical Center. Bill is survived by his former wife, Geraldine Frase of Brooklyn and their children, William (Cindy) Frase, Jr. of Farmington, NM, Shelly (Gary) Markiewicz of Brooklyn, Sharon (James) Ragan of Morenci, Laurie (Jack Minster) Frase of Adrian and Lisa Frase of Albuquerque, NM; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three brothers, John Wahles and Edward Frase, both of Flint, and David Frase of TN; and two sisters, Geraldine Reasoner and Helen Calhane, both of Flint. He was preceded in death by sisters, Carrie, Dora and Bernadine, and one brother, Howard. Those wishing to make a contribution in memory of Bill may direct their gifts to the DAV Building Fund. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. At Bill's request cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Jennifer Griffith Wagley Funer

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