Monday, January 19, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 1/19/09


 


 


 

ALLEN J. GUIGAR BROWN CITY Allen J. Guigar, age 54, of Brown City, died January 5, 2009 in Marlette. He was born November 13, 1954 in Yale to Thomas and Janet Guigar. He graduated from Peck High School, Class of 1972. Allen was the yardman for many years for Ramsey's Wood in Marlette. He enjoyed being with friends, woodworking, hunting and reading. He is survived by his father Thomas A. Guigar, eight siblings; Thomas Jr., Carla, Mark (Sue), Ed, John, Albert (Jackie), Carol and Pete (Betty) Guigar, also special friends; Charlie and Sarah Maitland, Gene and Sissy Hampton, Boyd, Pam, Kelsey and Erica Ramsey. He was preceded in death by his mother, Janet and a sister, Grace. Memorials may be made to United Hospice of Marlette. Cremation arrangements by Carman Funeral Home.

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AMMA SNYDER LEXINGTON Amma Snyder, age 97, died Monday, January 12, 2009 in Port Huron. She was born December 11, 1911 in Saskatoon, Sask., Canada, daughter of the late Paul and Eva Krivoshein. She and Earl E. Snyder were married February 1934 in Wayne. He died in 1978. Amma was a seamstress who taught sewing at area trade schools. She was a member of the Bishop Sewing Center. Surviving is her daughter; Judy (Tom) Stockman of Lexington, son; Jerry (Joan) of Walled Lake, one brother; Amos Krivoshein of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 4 pm Wednesday in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington with Rev. Donald Eppenbrock, Pastor of St. Denis Catholic Church officiating. Burial will follow at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Friends may call from 10 am to 4 pm Wednesday. Memorials are suggested to Heartland Hospice. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes.

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ANN MARIE CHRISTIE FORESTER TOWNSHIP Ann Marie Christie, age 88, of Forester Twp., formerly of Southgate, died Tuesday January 6, 2009 in the home of her son. She was born July 26, 1920 in Detroit to the late James and Caroline (Brabenec) Schauer. She married Clifford E. Christie Sr. On March 2, 1946, he preceded in death March 30, 2005. Ann was an employee of the Lincoln Park Sears store for many years. She volunteered at one of the soup kitchens in Detroit, loved to read, and was known as the family care giver. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law; Corky and Linda Christie of Forester Twp., one daughter; Ms. Barbara Linden of Fla., two grandsons; Jeff (Jennifer) Linden of Fla., and Tim (Tracy) Linden of Texas, four great grandchildren; James, William, Lieve, and Annie, also one brother; Richard (Yvette) Schauer of Southgate. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Ann Marie Christie were held at the Port Sanilac United Methodist Church with Rev. Eric Johnson officiating. Internment was at Sunset Valley Crematory. Memorials may be given to Heartland Hospice. Arrangements by Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home.

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Art Rinvelt

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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. 


 


 

Audrey McFarland-Riggs

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 8:41 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Audrey McFarland-Riggs, age 51 of North Adams, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009 at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian. She was born on June 28, 1957 in Detroit to William R. and Dorothy C. (Jennings) McFarland. She married Garry E. Riggs on Dec. 30, 2006 in Homer and he survives. Audrey lived her early life in Taylor, then at age 15 she moved to Onsted. She attended Eureka Heights Schools in Taylor and then she graduated from Onsted High School in 1975. Audrey worked for Penrickton Center for the Blind Children for 13 years. She then worked for Helping Hands in Jackson, then for Foote Hospital in Jackson. She was then employed at Hillsdale Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale for the past year. She enjoyed raising her children, enjoyed flowers and bird watching. Surviving besides her husband Garry are three sons, Sami Salameh of Dearborn, Ibrahim Salameh of North Adams, Garry Riggs, Jr. of Adrian; three daughters, Nadia Salameh of North Adams, Angela Salameh of North Adams, Merissa Riggs of Hillsdale; four grandchildren, Garry Riggs, III, Alex Lopez, Angel Riggs, Harmony Riggs; her parents, William and Dorothy McFarland of North Adams; one brother, Dale W. (Linda) McFarland of New Boston, Mich.; two nieces, Shirley Anne and Amanda McFarland.     Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Rob Corbin officiating. Burial will take place in Pease Cemetery, Wheatland Township. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

BAJAS MARY LOUISE 

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BEULAH M. BLOOME LEXINGTON Beulah M. Bloome, age 86, of Lexington, died Thursday, January 8, 2009 in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron. She was born May 28, 1922 in Cheboygan, daughter of the late Tom and Catherine (July) Elliott. She and Albert E. Bloome were married August 1, 1942 in East Detroit. He died August 5, 2001. Beulah loved to cook and sew. Surviving are her children; Albert T. (Barbara) of Fort Gratiot, Sandra K. (Harlan) Gardner of Salome, AZ and Joyce A. (Ken) Westbrook of Croswell, her sister; Shirley (Ed) Shenkosky of Harper Woods, grandchildren; Stacie (Ty) Stone, Marc (Tracey) Gardner, Alison (Lino) Mendoza, Michael Bloome, Sgt. Jeremy (Jennifer) Beckett and Jessica Westbrook, six great grandchildren; Mya and Austin Mendoza, Mallory and Morgan Gardner and Ethan and Aidan Beckett, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers; Ken, Loren and Earl Elliott, sisters; Marie Tepke, Irene Berry and Noella Langin. Funeral services were held at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington with Rev. Linda Fuller from Bethel United Methodist officiated. Memorials are suggested to the family. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Lexington.

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BIRD JACK H 

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Ball, Erma *

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Benjamin Houghton 'Ben' Chynoweth Sr.

Thursday, January 15, 2009 2:04 AM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Benjamin Houghton "Ben" Chynoweth Sr., 73, of Ontonagon, passed away Jan. 13, 2009, with his family by his side. 


 


 

Blevins, Dallas

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Buford G. Mathews

Buford G. Mathews passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2009. Arrangements are being handled by the Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home in Gladwin. 


 


 

CARPENTI BERNARD 

January 17, 2009 of Westland. Beloved husband of Kathie. Dear father of Aaron (Kellie) and Mary (Aaron) Gedlen. Also survived by four grandchildren, one brother, and three sisters. Visiting Tuesday 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 34567 Michigan Ave., Wayne. Funeral Services Thursday, in state 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. time of Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church, 34530 Michigan Ave., Wayne.


 


 

CHARLOTTE JANE YOUNG-LANAVILLE SILVERWOOD Charlotte Jane Young-Lanaville, age 71, of Silverwood, died Saturday, January 10, 2009 at Marlette Hospice Residence in Marlette, Michigan. She was born November 07, 1937 in Brown City, Michigan the daughter of the late Arthur and Vera (Baer) Young. She was a lifelong area resident, a graduate of Brown City High School. Charlotte worked at Metalcraft in Marlette and then at Ligon Brothers Manufacturing Company in Almont. Charlotte is survived by her husband; Raymond Lanaville, three sons; Craig (Jennine) Lanaville of Wilson, Daryl (Suzette) Lanaville of Wilson, Mark (Nicole) Lanaville of Wilson, one daughter; Leesa Lanaville of St. Ignace, one sister; Nancy Charles of Port Huron, several grand, great and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Lane Lanaville, and a brother, Duane Young. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at 1:30 pm at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette with Pastor Harry Rogers officiating. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Brown City. Memorials may be given to any organization of the donors personal choice. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, www.marshfuneral.com

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CHIMOFF SAMUEL 

Beloved husband of Minna. Dearest father of Barton (Cookie "Hope") Chimoff, Mark (Darien) Chimoff, Doreen Bernstein, and Barry (Mary Jo) Bernstein. Loving brother of Raphael (Elenor) Chimoff and Florence Sternberg. Dearest grandfather of Cortney, Taylor, Sarah, Zachary, Jennifer and Scott. Services Monday 1:00 p.m. at the HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL. Interment Hebrew Memorial Park.


 


 

Carl Peppiatt

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 10:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Carl Peppiatt, age 96, of rural Quincy, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 14, 2009.  Mr. Peppiatt was born June 2, 1912 in Cherry Hill, to Albert and Dora (Scott) Peppiatt. He resided in Michigan for the majority of his life and became a minister of the Assemblies of God denomination in 1946.  He was a member of the Hillsdale Assembly of God, where he served as chaplain. He also belonged to the Historical Society, Sheriff’s Association, national and local American Association of Retired Persons and he was Chaplain of the Golden Agers at the Hillsdale Senior Center. On Nov. 6, 1934, he married the former Opal McIntyre and she preceded him in death in 2007. Survivors include daughter Dorothy (James) Hixson of Phoenix, Ariz., sons Paul (Shirley) Peppiatt of Quincy and Daniel Peppiatt of Coldwater, nine grandchildren and many great grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, brother Kenneth Peppiatt of White Lake and sisters Mary Hamilton of Kalamazoo, Yvonne (Charles) Ward of Punta Gorda, Fla. and Betty (Thomas) Withrow of Fort Myers, Fla. He was also preceded in death by sisters Joann Huntley and Helen Howard. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 11 a.m., at the Hillsdale Assembly of God with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. Interment will follow in Fisher Hill Cemetery, Branch County. Visitation is scheduled Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy. Memorials are suggested to the Hillsdale Assembly of God or CHC Hospice.


 


 

Carol Ann Hunt Sept. 9, 1941-Jan. 16, 2009

Carol Ann Hunt, age 67 of Erie, MI, died Friday, January 16, 2009 in her home. Born Sept. 9, 1941 in Toledo, Ohio, she was the daughter of Melvin and Dolores (Neis) Powlesland. She was 1959 graduate of Bedford High School. 


 


 

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 Ellsworth

ELLSWORTH - Catherine Ellsworth. aged 86, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2009. A Memorial Service will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17 at Koinonia Church, 707 Eastern Ave. SE. Surviving are her son, John Jr.; five grandchildren; several great grandchildren; four sisters; several nieces and nephews. A complete obituary can be viewed at www.stegengafuneralchapel.com Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Chapel


 


 

Charles F. Stenger, Jr.

Charles F. Stenger, Jr. of Beaverton, age 87, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009. 


 


 

Charles 'Chuck' Gumpp

Thursday, January 8, 2009 9:53 PM 

Charles William “Chuck” Gumpp of Burton, formerly of Hillsdale passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2009 at his home. He was born Oct. 31, 1978 in Jackson the son of his father, Thomas Gochanour; his mother, Brenda (Bowditch) Gumpp and his second father, Gerold “Gary” Gumpp. He is survived by his mother, Brenda Gumpp and her companion, Earl Barker of Grand Blanc; his father, Thomas Gochanour of Hillsdale; grandparents, Frank and Roberta Day of Osseo; two half-sisters, Jennifer Wood and Heidi Gochanour; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his second father, Gary Gumpp and his grandmother, Florence Gumpp. Chuck attended Hillsdale High School and received his G.E.D. He continued his education at Western Michigan University and graduated on Dec. 11, 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Management and a minor in Economics. He worked as a manager at Rite Aid in Almont and he was a member of the Eagles Lodge. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Charles William “Chuck” Gumpp will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 2 p.m. Saturday. Interment will take place in the Waldron Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.  


 


 

Cora Miles Jan. 17, 2009

Cora Miles, 95, died at 2:30 a.m. Saturday at The Laurels of Mount Pleasant Nursing Center, Mount Pleasant. Arrangements by Bennett-Prochnow Funeral Home. 


 


 

DECKER EARL 

Of Ocala, Florida, formerly of Shelby Township. Went to be with the Lord and his beloved wife Doris on January 16, 2009. Dear father of Steven and Matthew (Maureen), three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Also survived by many good friends, especially Don Lloyd and Bill Coones. Earl proudly served on the air crew of a B-25 bomber in the Pacific theater during WWII. He retired from a career in management at Production Tool Supply Co. and T.B. Rayl's Hardware in Detroit. He was an avid golfer and a talented photographer who never stopped learning. He started using a computer at the age of 85 and sent daily jokes and inspirational messages to family and friends. Earl was an active member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church of Ocala. He enjoyed singing in the choir and participating in church events. Memorial services to be held at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 3453 N.E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470. Donations in his memory can be made to the church.


 


 

DOETSCH FRANK J 

2-9 p.m. Monday at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods with a 7:30 p.m. scripture service. In state at St. Joan of Arc Church, 21620 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores from 11:30 a.m. Tuesday until Mass at 12 noon. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Guido Regelbrugge Scholarship Fund, 658 Blairmoor Ct., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236.


 


 

Deborah Sue VanZandt

Monday, January 19, 2009 9:47 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Deborah Sue VanZandt, age 53, formerly of Clayton, passed away at Mercy Life Care Center in Muskegon, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, after a long illness. She was born June 5, 1955, the daughter of Betty Zemlo, who resides in Adrian. Deborah was married to Kenneth C. VanZandt and he survives. Deborah was a caring and giving person who helped many people with various struggles in their lives. She enjoyed cooking and baking and helping with dinners for a neighborhood church. Deborah worked for a number of years at the Girl’s Training School in Adrian and helped young people turn their lives around. She will be sadly missed by those who loved and knew her. In addition to her mother, Betty, and her husband, Kenneth, Deborah is survived by two half sisters; Marjorie Coppernoll of Adrian and Barb (Leroy) Luckart of California; an aunt, Mickey Tingay of Jackson, and a dear friend, Melody Fedney of Muskegon, who was by her side for the past two years. Preceding her in death was a half sister, Nancy Hill. and a loving stepfather, Michael Zemlo. A private burial has taken place at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian. Memorial service for Deborah will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at 2:30 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Visitation hours for Deborah will be on Tuesday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.


 


 

Donald L. Brewer

Thursday, January 8, 2009 9:50 PM 

Donald L. Brewer, 78, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born Aug. 13, 1930. There will be a memorial mass for Don Brewer 11 a.m. Saturday 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.


 


 

Doris Naegele

Naegele, Doris Birch Run, Michigan Passed away Saturday, January 17, 2009, at home at the age of 83 years. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. A full obituary will be published in Monday's edition of the news. Arrangements by W.L. Case & Company. www.casefuneralhome.com


 


 

Dorothy Bussell April 9, 1957-January 14, 2009

Dorothy Bussell, 51, of Monroe died at 6:44 a.m. Wednesday at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit; she had been in poor health for two years. 


 


 

Dorothy M. Davis

Monday, January 19, 2009 9:51 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Dorothy Davis, 90, of Morenci passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the Fulton Manor in Wauseon, Ohio. She was born on June 10, 1918, in Medina Township, the daughter of Walter and Caroline (Burkholder) Kutzley. On June 10, 1937, in Morenci, she married Cletus Edwin Davis. He preceded her in death on June 28, 1982. Dorothy was a homemaker living all of her life in the Morenci area and was a member of the Munson United Brethren Church. Survivors include three daughters, Janet (Richard) Tinney of Waldron, Cretta (Ronald) Ely of Waldron and Judy (George) Walton of Adrian; a son, Ivan (Sandy) Davis of Morenci; 16 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Victor Kutzley of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Besides her husband, Cletus, Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Linda Keefer; two sisters, Irene Figgins and Bernita Schmidt; and a brother, Howard Kutzley. The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with grandsons Glenn Flint and Stephen Flint, and Pastor Paul Webster, officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. There will be a visitation on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to a charity of donor’s choice.


 


 

Earl Douglas Breeding Caro Earl Douglas Breeding, 70, of Caro, passed away Saturday (January 10, 2009) at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw. He was born August 16, 1938, in Whitesburg, Ky., the son of the late Arville and Ellen (Hall) Breeding. He was united in marriage with Karen L. (Gracey) Parsell on October 25, 2003 in Caro. To honor Earl's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services have been planned at this time. The family was assisted by the Ransford Funeral Home of Caro. Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.ransfordfuneralhome.com

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Ector J. 'Abel' Cuellar

Monday, January 19, 2009 9:48 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ector J. “Abel” Cuellar, 53, of Onsted passed away Jan. 18, 2009. Funeral arrangements pending with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Edith Staal, 99

Saturday, January 17, 2009 10:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Edith Staal, 99, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Appledorn Living Center. Funeral services for Edith will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at Harderwyk Christian Reformed Church. Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. www.yntemafh.com


 


 

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Elizabeth Roberts, 85

Saturday, January 17, 2009 10:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Elizabeth Roberts, 85, of Holland, died Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, at Heartland Health of Holland. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation is 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.  www.lakeshorememorial.com


 


 

Esther Ann Doe

Thursday, January 15, 2009 11:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Esther Ann Doe, age 90, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Thursday morning, Jan. 15, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Oct. 1, 1918, in Detroit, a daughter of the late Remy F. and Mary Ann (Vervondel) D’Haene. Esther had resided in Sturgis since 1958, coming from Flint. On Oct. 23, 1937, she married Henry L. “Hap” Doe in Detroit. He died Sept. 27, 2004. She was an active member of Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis where she was a member of the Altar Society. She was also a member of the Klinger Lake Country Club and the Klinger Lake Country Club Bridge Club. For many years Esther volunteered her time with the Sturgis Hospital Loan Guild. She enjoyed reading and playing cards and was happiest when she was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving are: three sons, Jerry (Vicki) Doe of Estero, Fla., Robert Doe of Las Vegas, Nev., and Michael (Debbie) Doe of Sturgis; a daughter, Joan “Joannie” Doe of Sturgis; six grandchildren, Cathy M. Doe of Benson, Ariz., Connie Ann (Mike) Ware of Benson, Ariz., Chris Doe of Naples, Fla.; Alex M. Doe of Boston, Mass., Sara A. Doe of Sturgis and Kayla E. Doe of Sturgis; and eight great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St. Sturgis where the rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. The funeral Mass celebrating the life of Esther Doe will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Father Richard Altine will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Doe’s memory consider the Holy Angels Catholic Church, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.Tributes.com.  


 


 

Esther Derengoski

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F. Petring

Petring, F. William Ann Arbor, MI Age 92, died Sunday, January 11, 2009. He was born February 20, 1916 in Nebraska City, NE. While working for NACA, which later became NASA, Mr. Petring met Marjorie Mumford and the two were married in 1944. Mr. Petring's career was spent in the Aeronautical and Automotive fields as a Research Engineer and Engineering Consultant. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marjorie, his two daughters, Adrienne Petring Goss and Jane Petring, their husbands Peter Goss and Michael Wybo, three grandchildren, Zachary Goss and Alexander and Nicholas Wybo and a brother J. Donald Petring. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1400 W. Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Petring may be made to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. To read his full obituary or leave a memory, visit his personal page at www.niefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

FITZ FRANCES M 

Tuesday 2:30-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd. (N. of 15 Mile). In state Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of Service 11 a.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 21400 S. Nunneley Rd., Clinton Township. Burial Christian Memorial Cultural Center. Memorials to the American Heart Association would be appreciated. Please share a memory with the family at


 


 

FOWLER ROBERT A (BOB) 

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FUJAWA HELEN THERESA 

Monday 3-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Tuesday, in state 9 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres, 31515 Hoover (between 13 and 14 Mile Rds.) until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Donations are welcome to the Felician Sisters. Interment Holy Corss Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

Florence Carter

Monday, January 19, 2009 9:48 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Florence Carter, age 84, of Adrian died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home, in Adrian. 


 


 

Florence Smith Lum Florence Smith, 87, of Lum, passed away Friday (January 9, 2009) at the Lapeer County Medical Care Facility. Florence A. Snover was born December 1, 1921, in Kings Mill, Mich., the daughter of Sam and Margaret Snover. She grew up in Kings Mill and attended Kings Mill Schools. She spent most of her life in the Lum area. Florence married Myrl Smith; he preceded her in death. She married her second husband, Daune Smith, in 1964 in Imlay City. He passed away in 1994. Florence was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Imlay City. She was a nurses aide and an activities volunteer at Ferguson and Suncrest Convalescent Homes in Lapeer. She also sold Avon products. She is survived by her sons, Jerry (Sharon) Smith of the Upper Peninsula, William "Bill" (Barbara) Smith of Attica, Tom Smith of Lapeer, Don (Carol) Smith of North Branch, Glen Smith of Floral City, Fla.; daughters-in-law, Sandra Smith of North Branch, Shirley Smith of Metamora; stepchildren, M

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Frances M. Humpherys

Frances M. Humpherys aged 93 of Ionia, passed away Jan. 16, 2009. Funeral arrangements pending with Lake Funeral Home of Ionia.,


 


 

Frank J. Pieper, Jr. 

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


 


 

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GRIFFIN JOSEPH W 

Monday 12-9 p.m. with Rosary 4 p.m. at the Sajewski Funeral Home 19111 W. Warren, 1 guest book message 


 


 

GROSSMAN JAMES 

Beloved husband of Judy Grossman. Dear father of Elizabeth (Brad Sewell) Grossman, Jonathan (Michelle) Grossman, Robyn (Mark) Coden and Daniel (Carrie Bloxson) Storchan. Loving grandfather of Benjamin, Elana, Frankie and Chloe. Devoted son of the late Isabel and the late Alan Grossman. Cherished brother of Mary (Steve) Serlin, the late Tom Grossman, and the late Joe Grossman. SERVICES 2:30 P.M. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK.


 


 

Gary Lee Moorehead

Sunday, January 18, 2009 11:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gary Lee Moorehead, age 46, of Adrian, died Friday, January 16, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born July 5, 1962, in Adrian to Marvin Reed and Mary Lou (Neal) Moorehead.  He enjoyed bowling, fishing, poker and NASCAR. He is survived by a special friend, Olivia Dobbins of Adrian; two sons, Joshua H. Moorehead and Jason L. Moorehead, both of Adrian; two daughters, Jennifer L. Moorehead and Jessica M. Moorehead, both of Adrian; three brothers, Ronald Moorehead and his wife, Darlene, of Adrian, Roger Moorehead and his wife, Michelle, of Adrian, and Randall Moorehead; two sisters, Connie Schuck and her husband, Tom, of Petersburg, Michigan, and Rhonda Hubbard and her husband, Joseph, of Adrian; and ten grandchildren, Marcell and Tyra Parish, Dylan Lofton, Jazlyn and Trevyon Williamson, Beyonce Mack, Jason Moorehead, Jr., Jeremy Moorehead, Aiden Jaso and Cadi Moorehead.  He was preceded in death by his parents and three nephews, Aaron, Troy and Jeremy Moorehead. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Michael Gobel officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held on Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 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 family.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Gene Haas

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 8:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wilbur Gene Haas, 77, of Hillsdale, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  He was born Aug. 12, 1931. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service at a later date at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Battle Creek. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.


 


 

Genevieve Wisniewski

WISNIEWSKI, Genevieve (Godlesky) - Age 81, of Grand Blanc, died Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at her residence surrounded by her family, following a courageous battle with cancer. At her request, cremation has taken place. Memorial Mass will be held 10:30AM Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Holy Family Church, 11824 S. Saginaw St., Grand Blanc with Fr. Ken Coughlin, celebrant. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Cancer Society. On-line condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

George Etue

George Clemence Etue, 80 yrs, of Temperance, died Thursday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. 


 


 

Gertrude M. Roestel 1915 - 2008 Gertrude Magdalena Roestel, 93, Pigeon, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at Home Sweet Home Retirement Manor in Pigeon. She was born in Pigeon on December 24, 1915, the daughter of the late J.F. Otto and Anna (Meyer) Rathje. She graduated as Salutatorian for the Pigeon High School class of 1934. On October 23, 1937 she was united in marriage to Henry Edward Roestel at St. John's Lutheran Church, Berne. They were married for almost 69 years when he preceded her in death on October 6, 2006. Gertrude was a homemaker throughout her lifetime. She enjoyed spending time with her family, as well as cooking and baking. She was a member of the McKinley Farm Bureau and the McKinley Happy Homemakers Extension. She was a faithful member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Berne, where she enjoyed church activities, especially the Women's Society and the Ladies Aid. She is survived by two sons, Leon (Janice) Roestel, Pigeon and Don (Peggy) Roestel, Pigeon; a daughter, Margie (Mike) Stevenson, Pigeon; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; three brothers, Alvin (Gladys) Rathje, Pigeon, Arnold (Harriet) Rathje, Solon, Ohio and Marlin (Marion) Rathje, Pigeon; several nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law, Geraldine Steinman, Pigeon. She was preceded in death by a sister, Esther Weaver. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 9, 2009 at St. John's Lutheran Church, Berne. Rev. James A. Gorsegner, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, Heartland Hospice or Home Sweet Home Retirement Manor. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon.

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Glen Gordon Breault, Sr.

Glen Gordon Breault, Sr., age 60, of Engadine, passed away on Jan. 9, 2009, at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. 


 


 

Gordon Lugten, 82

Sunday, January 18, 2009 11:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mr. Gordon Lugten age 82, of Hamilton, died Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Holland Hospital. He was a member of Hamilton Reformed Church where he served as elder and deacon.  Gordon retired from Nelson Steel and was a veteran of WWII serving in the Army. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dorothy; daughter, Sandra and Reed Sloothaak of Hamilton; 2 granddaughters, Sherry and Amy; 6 great grandchildren; in-laws, Mrs. James (Sarah) Lugten of Hamilton, George Boerigter of Zeeland, John Kaper of Hamilton; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 21 at Hamilton Reformed Church, 3554 M-40 Hamilton with the Revs. Thomas Dekker and Larry Le Poire officiating.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Hamilton.  Visiting will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Hamilton Reformed Church.  Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland.  Arrangements are by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 3616 M-40, Hamilton.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.  


 


 

Guthrie, Cecil A.

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Guy Catto

CATTO, Guy Scot - The distant sound of the Great Bagpiper has called Guy Scot Catto home. Guy Scot Catto, of Menomonie, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2009, one day before celebrating his 32nd wedding anniversary. Scot was born February 4, 1950, to M.W. "Scotty" and Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Bishop Catto, in Alpena, Michigan. A graduate from Milton College with a degree in biology, he continued his education by pursuing a Master's Degree from U.W. Eau Claire. His interest in economics led him to real estate and financial planning. Scot and Angela Massman were married in Eau Claire, WI, in 1977. A devoted father, Scot nurtured three wonderful sons; Chris, Sean, and Clai. Throughout the course of their lives, Scot never missed any of their sporting or academic events. Scot passed on his love of the outdoors to his "boys" from shooting, hunting, skiing, tennis, and golf. Perhaps most synonymous with Scot was his love for the Scottish Highland bagpipes. A member of Chippewa Valley Pipes and Drums for over 10 years, he competed with the band and in numerous solo competitions. His poetic mastery of the pipes could be heard in any number of weddings, funerals, and festivals. His philanthropic ways spread quietly throughout the Menomonie community. A servant on numerous community boards, Scot's influence helped further Menomonie and her citizens. Scot was a devoted member of Grace Episcopal Church's family. The Rotary Club, UW Stout Foundation and the Greater Menomonie Health Board are just a few of the foundations Scot served over the years. His dedication to these organizations brought honor upon himself and his family, and reflected great credit upon his community. Scot was very proud to be an American. His patriotic love of country was the foundation of who he was, and his quiet, humble, and steady ways earned him unprecedented respect by his family and friends. Scot is survived by his mother Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Catto of Oscoda, Michigan, Angie, his wife, his sons Christopher Scot (Laura) of North Carolina, Sgt. (USMC) Sean Hepburn, of South Carolina, and Clai Bishop of Menomonie; and dear cousins Patricia Catto, Jean Hildreth, and Ellen-Grey "Binker" Bunday. His father, M.W. "Scotty" Catto, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM Monday, Jan. 12, 2009 at Grace Episcopal Church E4357 451st Ave. Menomonie (next to Pinewood Golf Course), with Father Dale Klitzke officiating. Burial will be in Michigan at a later date. There will be a visitation from 3:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday at Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. The family suggests memorials to Grace Episcopal Church or charity of donor's choice in Scot's name. To express condolences online, please visit obituaries at www.olsonfuneral.com


 


 

Gwendolyn (Colsell) Rudduck

Monday, January 19, 2009 9:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gwendolyn (Colsell) Rudduck was born in Simcoe, Ontario, March 5, 1915. At the age of 93, she went to be with her Lord and Savior on Jan. 16, 2009. She was at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milford Rudduck, her parents and two brothers. She is survived by two daughters, Sharon K. Rudduck and Janet M. Rudduck Brion, and son-in-law, Gene Brion. She has six surviving grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Gwendolyn lived in the Milan, Mich., area for many years and has lived in Adrian for the past 11 1/2 years.  There are no funeral or memorial services pending. The family would appreciate any memorial contributions given to Hospice of Lenawee in Adrian. Arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse  Funeral Home, Adrian, Mich.


 


 

HOLLANDER MARTIN E 

Age 81. He is survived by his dear wife, Bernice, to whom he was married 59 years. Devoted father of Jay (Jill), David (Louisa), Dan (Priscilla) and Mitch (Betsy). Proud grandfather of Brad, Alexa, Rachel, Greg, Clare, Phil, Nicole, Alex, Jack and Isaac. Dear brother of Bea (Jerry) Mandell and Flo (Louis) Bloch. Cherished brother-in-law of Rae Mucasey. SERVICES 3:00 P.M. TUESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK.


 


 

HOOD EUGENE FRED 

Age 84, January 16, 2009 of Plymouth. A U.S. Navy Veteran of WWll. Beloved husband of Nancy. Loving father of Pam (Jim Anderson) Hood, Cindy Hood and the late Patti Hood. Brother of George (Geraldine) Hood. Private services will be held at a future date. Burial Great Lakes National Cemetery. Arrangements by R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, Livonia.


 


 

Harold E. Downs

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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.


 


 

Helen L. Madden April 8, 1921-Jan. 14, 2009

Helen L. Madden, age 87, of Ann Arbor passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at Huron Woods. She was born April 8, 1921 in Augusta, KS, the daughter of Harry and Lora (Abbett) Van Horn. On July 20, 1940, she married John D.


 


 

Henry T. Weber 1929-2008 Henry Theodore Weber, 79, Harbor Beach passed away on December 14, 2008. He was born on January 16, 1929 in Harbor Beach. He married Deanna (Krimsevig) and resided in Huber Heights, Ohio, Westerville, Ohio and West Bloomfield. Upon his divorce, he resided in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., Port St. Lucie, Fla., Chesaning and at the Veterans Home in Grand Rapids. Henry served in the Navy from 1951-1954 on the USS Chivo, where he received a Navy Occupation Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and a Good Conduct Medal. He attended Dayton University in Dayton, Ohio, where he received his bachelor's degree in Marketing. He was employed as a captain for the Great Lakes Steamship Co., as a plant manager for Burdett Oxygen of Detroit, as owner of Beeline Oxygen in West Palm Beach, Fla. and AA Pools of Lake Park, Fla. He loved polkas, fishing and was an avid golfer, even working for PGA of Port St. Lucie, Fla. as a tee master and ranger during his retirement years. He is survived by four children; two siblings, Martha Crofcheck, Troy and Paul Weber, Mount Clemens and four grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at Ramsey Funeral Home in Harbor Beach on January 16, 2009 at noon. Donations may be made to the Veterans Home in Grand Rapids or the charity of your choice. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home.

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Hugh D. Blair

Thursday, January 8, 2009 9:49 PM 

Hugh D. Blair, 91, of Jonesville, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, at Drews Village Green in Hillsdale. He was born Sept. 20, 1917, in Reading Township, to Thomas and Goldie (Masters) Blair. He was married May 31,1941, to Ann Buckness and she preceded him in death Dec. 12, 2000. Hugh lived his entire life in Hillsdale County and retired from Allied Products Corporation after 57 years of service. Hugh had a wonderful sense of humor and was liked and admired by all who had the opportunity to know him. Surviving are a son, Gerald (Nancy) Blair of Ivins, Utah; two grandsons, Steven (Jane) of Portland, Oregon and Thomas (Erika) of Salt Lake City, Utah and five great-grandchildren, Alexander, Katherine, Mackenzie, Audrey and Brandon. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and a brother. Memorial services for Hugh Blair will be 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13 at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with Pastor Gary Oliver officiating. Interment will take place at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. There will be no visitation or viewing. Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Michigan Society for the Blind or the American Cancer Society. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Hugh J. Miller Jr.

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Irene Godlove

Thursday, January 8, 2009 9:52 PM 

Irene Godlove, born on Sept. 23, 1920 to Benjamin and Jennie Perkowski, passed away on Dec. 27, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Tyrus; children, Linda (James) Brayton of Mason, David (DaeSun) Godlove of Cottonwood, Ariz., and Janis (Mark) Munro of Camden; grandchildren, Amy Schuster, John Dunham, Victoria Munro and Victoria Godlove; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Evelyn Phillips (Harriet); and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Jessie and Ted Magnuson, Helen and Frank Stirton, Kenneth Dunham. Irene was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, and enjoyed gardening, reading, crosswords, playing cards and bird watching. She worked at the Regent Restaurant with her three sisters and also at Sparks Corp. and then stayed at home to raise her family. Per her request, cremation has taken place, and no services will be held. To recognize her, contributions may be made to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility, 140 Mechanic, Hillsdale, MI 49242 “Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many thing; enter into the joy of the Lord” Matthew 25:23.


 


 

Irene Vana

Saturday, January 17, 2009 10:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Irene Mary Vana of Fennville MI, died peacefully Thursday Jan. 15. She was the daughter of the late Andrew and Rose Zanovit. Sister to the late Rose (Filetz), Eleanor (Opatrny), & Emil Zanovit. Her husband was the late Erwin Vana. Mother to two sons Andrew (Mary) & the late Paul (Cynthia). Grandmother to Allison, Joel, Maureen, Jason, Bill, & Brian. After raising her sons and completing a career at Western Electric in Illinois, Irene retired to Fennville where she enjoyed the quite life on her beloved family farm. Visitation will be Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. at the Chappell Funeral Home, 637 W. Main St. Fennville. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009 at the St. Barbara Parish 4008 Prairie Brookfield, IL, with burial following at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, IL. An online registry book is available at www.chappellfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Iva Mae Lamoreaux Lapeer Iva Mae Lamoreaux, 73, of Lapeer, passed away January 14, 2009. She was born January 12, 1936, in Almont, to Rufus T. and Esther (Meirow) Overdorf. She married Richard "Dick" Lamoreaux on June 20, 1959 at the Congregational Church in Almont. Iva Mae graduated from Almont High School in 1953 and McAulely School of Nursing in 1958. Mrs. Lamoreaux was a nurse in Lapeer for over 44 years, working at the hospital and many local doctors' offices, including Dr. Heitsch, Dr. Skindell and Dr. Yap. She will be remembered as a dedicated caregiver who truly cared for her patients. Iva Mae would do anything to help people. Mrs. Lamoreaux enjoyed reading, portrait painting, traveling with her husband, watching birds and animals, and playing cards. She was a loving wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Richard "Dick" Lamoreaux; sons, Scott Lamoreaux of Lapeer and Craig (Lori) Lamoreaux of Otter Lake; sister, Betty Ann (Donald) Rowley of Arizona.

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JONES RONALD T 

Age 74 of Troy. Retired Workman's Comp. Attorney with Rowe, Talon, and Jones for 20 years and a Clinical Psychologist for 25 years. Loving husband of Rena for 54 years. Dear father of Julie Boag (John) and the late Jeffrey T. Beloved grandfather of Nicole Storm (Curtis), Damian "D.J." and John Thomas. Brother of Robert Dwayne. Son of the late Robert and Marelle Jones. Funeral Wednesday 1 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Family will receive friends Monday 5-8 p.m. and Tuesday 2-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Michigan Christian Youth Camp (MCYC) or Waterford Church of Christ Building Fund. View obituary and share memories at


 


 

James Dietz

DIETZ, James Edward - Age 70, of Fenton, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2009 at home. Funeral services will be 2PM Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton with Pastor Cliff Powell officiating. Visitation will be 11AM Thursday until time of service at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the family. Online condolences may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com


 


 

James Immink, 58

Friday, January 16, 2009 4:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James Immink, age 58, of Zeeland, loving husband, father, grandfather, and son, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 16, 2009.  He was a lifelong member of Drenthe Christian Reformed Church where he served in the consistory and as a youth group leader.  He was employed at Lamar Construction for 40 years.  He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Beth; children, Scott and Tanna Immink of Zeeland, Staci and Jaired Cain of Zeeland; two grandsons, Cole and Dayton Immink; mother, Doris Immink of Zeeland; sisters, Beverly and Harv Mesbergen of Greeley, CO, Marilyn and Joe Reeves of Mt. Pleasant, SC;  in-laws, Hazel and Dick Wittingen of Zeeland, Jane Nyenbrink of Allendale, Thelma and Gord Terpstra of Zeeland, Wayne Nyenbrink of Holland.  Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday at Drenthe Christian Reformed Church with  Reverend Ron Meyer officiating.  Visitation will be Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in East Drenthe Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to Drenthe Christian Reformed Church or the American Cancer Society.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.


 


 

James L. Klein

Friday, January 16, 2009 7:44 AM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- James L. Klein, Ontonagon, died early Wednesday morning, Jan. 14, 2009, at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, Wis.


 


 

James 'Hank' Wooster

Thursday, January 15, 2009 2:37 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James Henry “Hank” Wooster age 73, of Branch, Mich., and formerly of Sturgis, passed away Jan. 12, 2009, at home. He had been in failing health. Hank was born Feb. 3, 1935, in Bethel, Mich., the oldest son of the late James H. Wooster and Gladys (Decker) Wooster. He was a resident of Orland, Ind., where he graduated from Orland High School in 1953. Hank attended Purdue University for a short time. He married Erma Harris on Feb. 27, 1971, in Orland. Hank was the owner of the Burr Oak Shell station, a volunteer firefighter and police officer for Burr Oak. He was an employee at Boland Tire in Sturgis and Three Rivers, NW Welding in Sturgis and the St. Joseph County Road Commission in Centreville until his retirement in 1997. Most will remember Hank because of the hook that he wore on his right arm because of an accident he had as a teenager. Hank loved fishing, train collecting, small engine work and wood and metal working. Surviving Hank are: his wife, Erma (Harris), daughter of Donald E. Harris and Virginia Harris of Centreville and Eloise Kottenbrock of Burr Oak; his three sons, James P. Wooster of Ohio, Jody L. Wooster of LaGrange, Ind. and Jerry ( Kimberly) Wooster of White Pigeon; daughter, Josie (Jacob) Cossairt of Celebration, Fla.; his grandchildren Rebecca, Rylee and Raegen Wooster, Jaiden, Jeri Lynn and Joseph Wooster and Jared and Jenna Cossairt; his two sisters and brother-in-law, Pat (Kenny) Moffett of Sturgis and Agnes Strite of Waterloo, Ind.; his four brothers and sisters-in-law, Alvin (Ruth) Wooster of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., CJ (Carol) Wooster of Orland, Jerry (Wendy) Wooster of Orland, and Ray (Charlene) Wooster of White Pigeon; along with many nieces and nephews. Hanks' family will receive friends from 10 a.m. today until the time of a services at 11 a.m. today at Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center,  3060 W. US 10, Ludington, with Pastor Joe Hilyard officiating. Memorial contributions in memory of Hank may be directed to Hospice of Michigan or the Carr Fire & Rescue.


 


 

Jane Marie Hines Dec. 20, 1940-Jan. 13, 2009

Jane Marie Hines, 67, passed away January 13 at 1:12 p.m. in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Born December 20, 1940 she was the daughter of Belmont and Jane (Amey) Deneau. She married Richard Hines September 4, 1976.


 


 

Jeffrey T. Smith

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 8:42 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Jeffrey Todd “J.T.” Smith, 38, of Rumsey Road in Pittsford, passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at his home. He was born on April 29, 1970, in Bryan, Ohio and was the son of Todd Keith and Linda (Haynes) Smith. J.T. was previously employed at Gendron in Pioneer, Ohio. He attended Lakeview Church in Merry Lake, Michigan and enjoyed playing pool and remodeling homes. Surviving Jeff are two daughters, Jessica Justus and Lindsay Messer; his fiancee, Tina Roehrs and her children, Tenika, Trevor, and Katelynn all of Pioneer; his mother, Linda Smith of Pittsford, three sisters, Chris Smith of Osseo, Shalene Smith of Hillsdale and Ellen (Norman) Osborn of Pittsford; one brother, Bruce (Cindy) Haynes of West Unity, Ohio; maternal grandparents, Bill (Joyce) Haynes of West Unity; two aunts, Wanda Smith of Allen, Washington and Kay (Tim) Price of Bryan; two uncles, Skip Wilson of Hillsdale and Billy Joe (Lisa) Haynes of Alvordton, Ohio; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, father, two children, Shawna and Kyle Pike, several aunts and uncles. A graveside service for Jeff will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Waldron Cemetery with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to the family to assist with funeral expenses. Family and friends can send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Jewell Cremeans Winters

Monday, January 19, 2009 9:50 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jewell Cremeans Winters, age 89, of Adrian died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at Lynwood Manor. She was born Nov. 20, 1919, in Salt Rock, W.Va., to the Rev. Samuel and Judith (Porter) Bates. On June 11, 1937, she married Cecil E. Cremeans in Ironton, Ohio. He preceded her in death on May 2, 1970. She married Harlan Winters in September 1977. He preceded her in death on Oct. 28, 1997. Jewell had been employed as a chef by various places, including the Tecumseh and Lenawee Country Clubs, the Lenawee County Jail, and the Holiday Inn, retiring in 1976. She attended the Palmyra Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed quilting, cross stitch and sewing.  Jewell is survived by four daughters, Nora (Calvin) Morgan of Adrian, Lori (Paul) Garrow of Morenci, Wanda (John) Serin of Sand Creek and Judy (Danny) Shaver of Christianburg, Va.; two sons, Herman (Lynette) Cremeans of Adrian and Howard (Judy) Cremeans of Oklahoma; two brothers, Hank Bates of Adrian and Herman (Mary) Bates of Brighton, Mich.; a sister, Betty (Denny) Hill of Scherville, Ind.; 26 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandsons. In addition to her first and second husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; three sons, Keith, Cecil and Kevin Cremeans; a daughter, Pamela Washington; a granddaughter in infancy, Kristi Lavell; three brothers, Armon, Halida and Delbert Bates; and a sister, Delma Saunders. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian with the Rev. Bob Bidwell officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Read this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Palmyra Presbyterian Church or the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

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Joyce A. Conley Lapeer Joyce A. Conley, 56, a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away January 9, 2009. She was born June 12, 1952, in Flint, to Bobbie and Arlene (Underhill) McClelland. She married Chuck R. Conley on June 1, 1985 at the German Church, Lapeer. Mrs. Conley was very active at the American Legion Post #16, loved bowling and was a very social person. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Chuck Conley of Lapeer; children, Bobbie Jo (Matt) Pins of Lapeer, Lisa (Dennis) Lyons of Novi, Dennis (Jennifer) Conley of Brown City, Danny (Jodi) Conley of North Branch; 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bobbie and Arlene (Underhill) McClelland; brother, Bobbie; sister, Jane. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Auxiliary, Lapeer. Funeral services were held Tuesday (January 13, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Rev. Todd D. Smith officiated.

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Joyce Elaine Yensch

Sunday, January 18, 2009 11:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joyce Elaine Yensch, age 73, of Adrian, died Friday, January 16, 2009, at Tendercare of Adrian. She was born December 12, 1934, in Adrian to Ward and Vernita (Halstead) Poling. On July 17, 1951, she married David Yensch in Angola, Ind. He preceded her in death on May 14, 1988. Joyce is survived by one daughter, Diane Loveland and her husband, Danny, of Adrian; one brother, Donald Poling, and his wife, Joan, of Adrian; a sister-in-law, Jenny Poling, of  Morenci;  and four grandchildren, Ryan and Ben Loveland, Scott Sprow and Kellie Howard. In addition to her husband, David, she was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Richard Poling, and a daughter, Christine Sprow.  The family extends a special thank you to Tendercare of Adrian for the wonderful care that Joyce received over the past ten years. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 19, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. David Morton officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.  Visitation will be held today from 3 to 6 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 Alzheimer’s Association. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

June E. McCormick Stabe

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KARL R. HOWARD MARLETTE Karl R. Howard, age 70, life long resident and farmer of Marlette, went home to be with the Lord Friday, January 9, 2009 at Morton Plant Hospital in Largo, Florida. He was born July 26, 1938 in Marlette, son to the late David and Lena (Ingram) Howard. He graduated from Marlette High School in 1956 where he served as class president. He served his country in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1957 to 1963. He married Marlyn Bilger on October 3, 1959 in Port Huron. Karl was a long time farmer and carpenter in the area. He was a life member of the C.M.A. Bethel Church, where he was an Elder, Sunday School Teacher, Song Leader and Board Member. He also served on the Marlette Board of Education, Sanilac I.S.D. Board of Education, Marlette Oil & Gas Board, the Teen Ranch & Youth for Christ Boards and was a member of the Sanilac County Farm Bureau. He enjoyed hunting, working, church and most of all, his family. He is survived by his wife; Marlyn, sons; Mark (Aleda) Howard of Marlette, Alan (Becky)Howard of Marlette, daughter; Wendy (Jose) Berez of Tampa, Florida, brother; Karen (Roger) Thomassen of Springfield, Missouri and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Patricia North. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 16, 2009 at 11 am at the C.M.A. Bethel Church in Marlette with Pastor Steven Kellett officiating. Burial will be in the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to the C.M.A. Bethel Church or the Gideon's. Visitation will be held on Thursday 1pm to 9pm at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette and Friday 10am until the time of service at the Church. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, Michigan www.marshfuneral.com

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KARPIAK MARIA 

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KLATT JOSEPH A 

Monday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 5:30 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Rd. (west of Hoover) Warren. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. at SS. Cyril & Methodius Church, 41233 Ryan Rd. (north of 18 Mile) Sterling Heights. Interment Roseland Park Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at


 


 

KNOP MARY M 

Tuesday 5-9 p.m. with an evening Rosary Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 Mile Road). In state Wednesday 12:00 p.m. at St. Edmund Catholic Church until the time of the Funeral Mass at 12:30 pm. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com, 1 guest book message


 


 

KRASNOW RICHARD

Beloved husband of Sheryl Krasnow. Dear father of Stephanie (John) Parrish, Audrey (Paul) Gaynor, and Ronald (Ellen Seemaya-Krasnow) Krasnow. Loving grandfather of Noah Gaynor, Julia Gaynor, Benjamin Krasnow, Jack Krasnow, and Joseph Parrish. Richard was the son of the late Philip and the late Dorothy Krasnow and brother of the late William Krasnow. SERVICES TODAY, 12 NOON AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE HEBREW MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY IN MT. CLEMENS or visit


 


 

LACOMBE JOSEPH P 

3-10 pm Tuesday at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Rosary 7:00 pm Tuesday. Instate at St. Joan of Arc Church, 21620 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores from 9:30 am Wednesday until mass at 10:00 am. Memorials to American Heart Association or Alzheimer's Association appreciated.


 


 

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LEOPOLD GEORGETTE 

Thursday 2-9 p.m. Burial at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. ahpeters.com 


 


 

LUBIG ROSE LOUISE (BAKER) 

Loving wife of Lloyd. Dear mother of Lloyd Thomas (Cheryl), Elizabeth (Mario) Derrick, Joseph (Lisa), Janet (Dr. Daniel) Lazar and John (Kim). Sister of Virginia McCarthy. Also survived by eight grandchildren: Donella, Molly Ann, William, Ryan, Jacob, Joseph, Shannon and Kristen. Resting at L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt (at Ann Arbor Tr.) Tuesday from 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 12-9 p.m. Rosary Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. In state Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from St. Damian Catholic Church, 30055 Joy Rd. until time of Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Donations to Angela Hospice would be appreciated. Share a memorial tribute with the family at


 


 

Lafe E. Arnett

Monday, January 19, 2009 9:47 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lafe E. Arnett, 87, of Tipton passed away Jan. 17, 2009.  Funeral arrangements pending with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.   


 


 

Larry E. Ferguson

Larry E. Ferguson, age 64, a lifelong resident of Carleton, MI passed away peacefully, Friday, January 16, 2009 in his home surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Lawrence C. 'Smitty' Smith

Friday, January 16, 2009 7:43 AM 

HILLSBORO, Ohio -- Lawrence C. "Smitty" Smith, 89, of Hillsboro, and a former longtime Ironwood, Mich., resident, died early Thursday morning, Jan. 15, 2009, at Heartland Rehabilitation Center in Hillsboro. 


 


 

Lena M. Balk

Lena M. Balk, 95, of Monroe, died 3:15 p.m. Friday at Medilodge of Monroe. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday in the Rupp Funeral Home, where arrangements are pending. 


 


 

Lena M. Balk Jan. 15, 1914-Jan. 16, 2009

Lena M. Balk, 95, of Monroe died at 3:15 p.m. Friday at Medilodge of Monroe. She had been in poor health for two weeks.Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home where a rosary service will be held at 5 p.m.


 


 

Leon C. Ginter

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Lester J. Bunce

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 10:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lester J. Bunce, 91, of Coldwater died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Visitation will be held on Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 from 4-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. The service will be Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Fr. Stephen Bartlett from St. Marks Episcopal Church officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Lester was born April 22, 1917 in Montpelier, Ohio to Charles and Florence (Walters) Bunce. He married Phyllis Harris on April 14, 1940 in Coldwater. Les graduated from Coldwater High School where he was listed in the Athletic Hall of Fame for his abilities in football, baseball and basketball. He served in the National Guard from 1934 to 1937 then from 1943 to 1946 as a sergeant in the US Army during WWII. He worked in construction for many years before going to work at General Motors in 1951 as a Millwright and heavy equipment operator until his retirement in 1987. Mr. Bunce was a member of the Coldwater Elks. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, playing golf and was an avid fisherman. He traveled all over, mostly to Canada, to find good fishing. Les thoroughly enjoyed the time he spent with his family, especially with his many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sisters Ruth Breckenridge, Mildred (Green) Stolp and Frances Bonfiglio. Lester is survived by his wife Phyllis, his brother Eldon (Marian) Bunce of Sturgis, his sister Audrey (Walter) Heidenreich of Naples, Florida and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be directed to the Branch County Humane Society or to the Branch County Food Pantry. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.


 


 

Linda 'Lou' Marks

Thursday, January 15, 2009 2:03 AM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Linda "Lou" Marks, 60, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Jan. 14, 2009.


 


 

Linda M. Gonyea June 23, 1947-Jan. 16, 2009

Linda M. Gonyea, age 61 of South Rockwood, died Friday, January 16, 2009 at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital after a 37 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. 


 


 

Lois Braidwood Romeo Lois Braidwood, 97, recently of Romeo (formerly of Imlay City and Dryden) passed away Monday (January 12, 2009) at her daughter's home after an extended illness. Lois Marie Chapman was born October 15, 1911, in Attica. She was the second of five children born to George and Mary Chapman. She grew up in Dryden and graduated from Dryden High School, class of 1929. She married Oliver Braidwood on October 22, 1938 in Dryden. Oliver died on April 14, 2007, after 67 years of marriage. She had been employed by the Dryden Post Office as an Assistant Postmaster. She retired in 1974, after 19 years. Lois was a member of Dryden United Methodist Church and was a Life Member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #252. She and Oliver enjoyed wintering in Zephyrhills, Fla., and traveling the countryside with their travel trailer. Lois and Oliver lived in Imlay City from 1980-2002. She is survived by her daughter, Jean (William) Martin of Romeo; grandsons, Ala

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Lois Gardner

GARDNER, Lois Marie - Age 80, of Fenton Twp., passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at Genesys Health Park. A memorial service celebrating her life begins 4 PM Saturday, January 17, 2009 at VFW Post # 3243, 1148 N. Leroy St. in Fenton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lois's name to the Boy Scouts of America, Tall Pine Council or the American Cancer Society. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

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.


 


 

Louie F. Avery

Louie F. Avery, of Niagara, Wisc. and formerly of Lyons/Muir, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2009 at Maryhill Manor in Niagara, Wisc. 


 


 

Luci A. Boyan Jan. 17, 2009

Luci A. Boyan, 84, of Monroe died at 3:40 a.m. Saturday at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. 


 


 

MASTRO ALDO 

at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800. Sunday 2-7 p.m. and Monday 2-7 p.m. In state at St. James the Greater Church, 46325 W. 10 Mile, Novi, Tuesday 10 a.m. until the funeral Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Capuchins Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliot, Detroit, MI 48207. On Line sympathy message at:


 


 

MUNDY FRANCES C 

Monday 5-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, 157 Lake Shore, Grosse Pointe Farms. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.


 


 

Malcolm Shanks "Mac" Bailey Lapeer Malcolm Shanks "Mac" Bailey, 82, of Lapeer for over 50 years (formerly of Flint) passed away Sunday (January 11, 2009). He was born December 12, 1926, in Renfrew, Scotland, to Walter and Bessie Kane Earl (Shanks) Bailey. He married the late Charlene Fuller on April 28, 1951. The family moved to Lapeer in December 1960. Mr. Bailey proudly served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. In 1948, he graduated from Chevrolet Tool and Die Apprentice School and was employed at A.C. Rochester East in Flint. He enjoyed going out to dinner. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Lauri Bailey of Lapeer; grandchildren, Jason Bailey and Amy (Karl) Wolfe; great-grandchildren, Olivia Wolfe and Lukas Wolfe. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene Bailey; parents, Walter and Bessie Bailey; sister, Hannah (Elmer) Lowry; brothers, Walter (Genevieve) Bailey and Adam (Nancy) Bailey. Memorial contributions may be

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Margaret Cook, 91

Friday, January 16, 2009 4:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Margaret Cook, age 91, of Holland, passed away Friday, January 16, 2009, at the Providence Health Care.  Margaret was a charter member of Community Reformed Church and a volunteer for the Red Cross.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Laverne, in 2008; a son, Jack A. Cook, in 2006; two grandsons, Jeremy Cook and Joel Perrault; and a great-granddaughter, Kayla Cook.  She is survived by her children, Robert and Bette Cook of Lineville, Alabama, Larry Cook of Detroit, Mary and Michael Weatherbee of Holland, David and Pat Cook of West Olive, Richard and Tina Cook of Allegan; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law,  Mrs. Jack (Barbara) Cook of Geneva, FL; brothers and sisters, Marvin and Ann Van Den Bosch of Holland, Almer and Carol Van Den Bosch of TN, Chester and Irene Van Den Bosch of NV, Gertrude Talsma of Zeeland, Janet Koster of Holland, Josephine Mulder of Holland; brothers and sisters-in-law, Alice Van Den Bosch of Zeeland,  Janet and Bob Oosterbaan of Holland; many nephews and nieces.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.  Burial will be in Bentheim Cemetery.  Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  Memorial contributions may be made to Community Reformed Church or Hospice of Holland.  An on line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.


 


 

Marijane Moore Gerweck Oct. 21, 1937-Jan. 7, 2009

Marijane Moore Gerweck of Troy, MI and Lake Worth, FL.


 


 

Marijane Moore Gerweck Oct. 21, 1937-Jan. 7, 2009 #1

Marijane Moore Gerweck of Troy, MI and Lake Worth, FL. Born October 21, 1937, and returned to her Lord in the presence of her family January 7, 2009. Treasured wife of Richard for 25 loving years. 


 


 

Marion Pueschel

Thursday, January 15, 2009 2:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marion Pueschel, 84, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away  on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Thurston Woods Villa.  Arrangements will be announced by the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville.  


 


 

Markos, Pete L. *

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Mary Elizabeth Mayberry Sept. 3, 1927-Jan. 15, 2009

Mary Elizabeth Mayberry, age 81 of Rockwood, died January 15, 2009 at Aberdeen Nursing Care Center in Trenton.


 


 

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.


 


 

Matthew Paul Kruse

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 10:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Matthew Paul Kruse, 29, of Central Lake, passed away Dec. 23, 2008. Funeral services were held Dec. 27, 2008, at the First Congregational Church Central Lake. He was born in Coldwater on Sept. 21, 1979, to Catherine (Litwaitis) and Ken Kruse. Matt (“Booty”) graduated from Central Lake High School in 1998. He was also a former resident of Quincy. Matt’s love of the outdoors was evident by the time he spent pontooning, fishing, hiking and enjoying campfires. He also held a deep passion for children and their playfulness. Matt spent much time working with his dad in construction. Besides his parents, he is survived by grandma “Jo-Jo” Joyce Blair of Coldwater, grandma and grandpa Kruse of Eastport, aunt Mone (Bob) Barraw and family, aunt Lori (Litwaitis) Cutler and family, numerous other aunts, uncles, and cousins who all deeply loved their “Matt-Matt,” and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his grandpa Ray Litwaitis, great-grandma and grandpa Dahnke, great-grandpa Kruse and great-granny and grandpa Adams. Matt will always be lovingly remembered by his wonderful smile and great sense of humor. Please sign our online guest book at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

McKEEVER-PRITCHETT FANNIE REBECCA 

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Miller, Paul Eugene *

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Nell S. Steffes June 4, 1942-Jan. 14, 2009

Nell S. Steffes, 66, Luna Pier, Michigan, died at 6:50 p.m. Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at the home of her daughter in Kokomo. 


 


 

Norbert Cejmer

Norbert Cejmer, age 80, of Gladwin passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center–Gladwin.


 


 

OLSHASKI RANDY 

Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes (N. of 17 Mile) Sterling Heights. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to benefit residents at Gilbert Home or Copperfield Group Home. Share with the family at


 


 

Ogg, Mindy M. (Belden) *

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Onalee M. Hopkins

Thursday, January 15, 2009 11:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Onalee M. Hopkins, age 91, of White Pigeon, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Aug. 24, 1917, in Preble, Ind., a daughter of the late Glenn and Juanita (Henry) Marshall. Mrs. Hopkins had resided in the Sturgis and White Pigeon area since 1955, coming from Otsego where the family lived for four years, and prior to that she had lived in Decatur, Ill., for several years. Her early life was spent in LaSalle, Ill., where she graduated from LaSalle High School with the class of 1934. Mrs. Hopkins continued her education at the University of Illinois. Following the raising of her sons she returned to college in 1964 at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo where she received her bachelor’s degree in education and in 1971 her master’s degree also in education. On March 25, 1939, she married Lawrence Hopkins in LaSalle, Ill. Following nearly 20 years of dedication to the young people of Sturgis she retired from the Sturgis Public Schools, teaching most of those years at the Middle School. Mrs. Hopkins was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the Klinger Lake Country Club in Sturgis. She was always willing to give of her time to others. Some of her involvements included serving on the Community Mental Health Board, Sturgis Council of the Arts, Parent Teacher Association and several of the guilds at the Sturgis Hospital. She loved to play Bridge and was a member of several bridge clubs. Surviving are: her loving and dedicated husband of 69 years, Lawrence Hopkins; a son, Randall (Pamela) Hopkins of Madison, Wis.; three grandsons, Jonathan (Kristen) Hopkins of South Burlington, Vt., Gregory (Laura) Hopkins of Walla Walla, Wash., and Lawrence G. Hopkins of Eugene, Ore.; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Glennlyn “Lindy” Huling of LaSalle, Ill.; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son, Marshall Hopkins. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial services celebrating the life of Onalee Hopkins will be held at a later date to be announced. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is handling arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Hopkins’ memory to consider the Sturgis Public Schools Endowment Fund, c/o Sturgis Area Community Foundation, 310 North Franks Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.Tributes.com.


 


 

PAUL MARY ROSE 

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POWELL DAVID LANE 

from McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, Tuesday 5-9 p.m. Funeral Services private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association. www.mccabefuneralhome.com. 


 


 

Patricia B. Lyons

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 8:40 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

“Patty B.” Lyons, 78, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born Apr. 6, 1930 in Fremont, Ind., the daughter of Ira and Ruby Clark. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Lyons, whom she married Aug. 29, 1979; one daughter, Sue (Charles) Coy of Osseo; two sons, Phillip (Debbie) Jackson of Coconut Creek, Fla. and Kenneth (Jodi) Jackson of Hillsdale; one son-in-law, Henry Frielinghouse of Dade City, Fla.; four step-daughters, Nancy Lyons of Riverside, Calif., Linda (Richard) East of Riverside, Calif., Karen (Tim) Marsh of Belleville. and Kathy (Frank) Adams of Livonia; one step-son, Thomas (Roberta) Lyons of South Lyon; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandsons; one brother, Ira Clark of Colon; one sister, Lois Martinez of Antwerp, Ohio; half brothers and their families; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a special friend, June Williams of Prattville, Mich. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Orson Jackson and one daughter, Lorena Mae. Mrs. Lyons was a member of the Bicentennial Car Club and she was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign War Auxiliary. She also worked as a volunteer for more than 20 years at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Patricia B. Lyons will be at 12 p.m. Tuesday at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will take place in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. The family will receive friends for visitation at the funeral home at 11 a.m. until the end of the service on Tuesday. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home — Hillsdale 437-0605


 


 

Paul A. Knaggs May 25, 1925-Jan. 15, 2009

Paul A. Knaggs, age 83 years of Ottawa Lake, MI, died Thursday, January 15, 2009 in Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo Center. 


 


 

Pearl Sherman

Sherman, Pearl J.(Majeske) Gladwin, Michigan formerly of Bay City Mrs. Sherman passed away after a sudden illness in Fort Myers, Florida. A memorial service is pending. The full obituary will be in Tuesday's paper.


 


 

RICE ELLEN KATHY 

Beloved wife of Stephen Rice. Loving mother of Michael (Tracey) Stein and Adam Rice. Proud AMA of Jackson and Gracen. Devoted daughter of Barbara Wachstein and the late Michael Travis. Cherished sister of Nancy (John) Lichtwardt and John (Gabriella) Travis. Dear sister-in-law of Susan Rice, Stuart and Laura Rice. Adoring aunt of David Rice and Noreen Bucknun, Noah Lichtwardt, Max and Cosima Travis. A true and generous friend to many. SERVICES 1:00 P.M. TUESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK.


 


 

ROBERT LYLE GRUBBE BROWN CITY Robert Lyle Grubbe, age 73, died Sunday, January 4, 2009 at his home, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born April 20, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Lyle and Grace (Linabury) Grubbe. Robert is survived by his wife Barbara, to whom he was married for 53 years and their four children; Gary (Deb) of Marlette, Randy (Pamela) Grubbe of Mt. Pleasant, Kelley (Robert) Elliott of Brown City and Eric (Elonda) Grubbe of Allenton, 9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and many special nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Lyle and Grace Grubbe, his brother-in-law; H.L. Lewis and sister; Joanne Lewis. Lyle loved his grandchildren, enjoyed reading westerns, listening to country music and he loved his Detroit Red Wings! "GO WINGS"! A Memorial service will be held January 17, 2009 at the Community of Christ Church in Valley Center at 1 pm, with Pastor McCloed officiating. Dinner will follow in the basement of the church. In leiu of flowers, please make donations to United Hospice of Marlette Regional Hospital, Marlette, Michigan. Arrangements by Community of Christ Church, Valley Center, Michigan.

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Ralph 'Red'McFadden

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 2:29 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ralph “Red” William McFadden, Jr., 85, of Tekonsha,  passed away Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009. He had retired from Eaton’s in Marshall. Visitation will be held from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Memorial contributions may be made to the Comancheros 4-H Club or the American Lung Association.


 


 

Ralph "Red" William McFadden, Jr.

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 10:07 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ralph “Red” William McFadden, Jr., 85, of Tekonsha, passed away at the Laurels of Coldwater on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009. He was born Aug. 21, 1923 in Marshall to Ralph William McFadden, Sr. and Mignon Jane Wilrich. He married Helen Shawlcraft in July 1952 in Angola, Ind. Ralph was born and raised in Marshall and he lived in the Marshall/Tekonsha area all of his life. He attended a country school south of Marshall. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII.  Ralph ran a milk route and hauled cars in the 50’s and he retired from Eaton’s in 1981 after 32 years. He is survived by: children Sharon (Larry) Granger of Coldwater, Mike (Carol) Sowle of Choctaw, Okla., Patti Hudson of Marshall, Connie Bradshaw of Quincy, and Wendy McFadden of Tekonsha; brothers Bruce (Margaret) McFadden of Battle Creek, Joe (Marie) McFadden of Marshall and Walt (Pat) McFadden of Battle Creek; 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Helen, his parents, son Charles Sowle and grandchildren Lori and Tracy. He belonged to the Comancheros 4-H Club, Branch County Saddle Club, and the Branch County Sheriff’s Posse. Ralph spent a lot of time braking horses when he was younger. He enjoyed hunting, woodworking and camping at Hidden Valley Campground near Sturgis. Visitation will be Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009 from 3-5 p.m. at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 at Putnam’s of Tekonsha with Pastor Frank Snyder of Calvary Baptist Church, Quincy officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Tekonsha with military honors provided by the Homer VFW. Memorial contributions may be made to Comancheros 4-H Club or the American Lung Association. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Putnam’s of Tekonsha, (517) 767-4114, Tekonsha.


 


 

Randall, Judith Lynn *

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Ray Tower

TOWER (Greenville) - Ray J. Tower, born August 28, 1918, to Frances E. and Hazel I. (Mills) Tower. Preceded in death by his first wife, Susan Finette Bower in 1953. He married Mary Georgia Kokales on September 17, 1955 in Ann Arbor. A loving and devoted wife for 53 years, Mary preceded Ray in death on August 4, 2008. Also preceded in death by his parents and dear sister, Phyllis Ham and brother-in-law, William G. Ham, all of Greenville, MI. Ray is survived by his six children and their spouses, Ray III and Janet (Courly) Tower of Greenville, MI, Prudence and Lawrence Leveillee of Beulah, MI, Helen and Jeffrey Shupe of Byron Center, MI, Dr. John Tower and Kelly (Allen) Tower of Rochester Hills, MI, Philip and Sara (VanderVeen) Tower of Greenville, MI and Maria Tower Ziegler of Ada, MI; grandchildren, Douglas Tower, Holly Tower Koch, Ryan, Brittany, Taylor, Cody, Logan, Slayter, Keegan, Matthew, Hunter, and Mileaha Shupe, Nicholas and Christopher Tower, Gabriel and Dominic Tower, and Emily Rae and Jack Ziegler; great-grandchildren, Evan James Tower, Cameron Jarrod Koch, and Aiden Jarrod Koch. Also surviving are his niece and nephew and their spouses, Fran (Ham) and Donald Gibbs and William T. and Peggy Ham both of Greenville; sister-in-law, Esther Kentes Starnal; brother-in-law, John Kokales both of Ann Arbor, MI; brother-in-law, Dr. Evan P. Kokales and wife Sharon of Kalamazoo, MI; and several dear nieces, nephews and cousins in Ann Arbor, Flint, Greenville, and Athens, Greece. Ray was the former owner of R. J. Tower Corporation, where he worked from 1935 to 1983. He was a founding member of the Greenville Area Community Foundation; a life-long member of the First Congregational Church of Greenville where he sung for 65 years in the choir, he also served on the Greenville Planning Commission, the Greenville Board of Education and the Montcalm County Council on Aging. Ray graduated from Greenville High School in 1936, Culver Military Academy 1938, and attended the University of Michigan. Captain Ray J. Tower proudly and valiantly served his country during World War II as a captain in the 774th Tank Battalion where he earned the bronze star for courage and bravery. Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Greenville, with Rev. Jerry Jones officiating, with Full Military Services by the American Legion Post #101 of Greenville. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Visitation will be Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the First Congregational Church. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made to the The Greenville Area Community Foundation, Spectrum United Memorial Hospital, or The First Congregational Church of Greenville. The complete obituary is on line at www.marshallfuneralhomeinc.com where you can leave a message of condolence for the family. Arrangements are by the Marshall Funeral Home, Greenville.


 


 

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Richard 'Buster' Dewey Reath Sr.

Thursday, January 15, 2009 2:02 AM 

WHITE PINE, Mich. -- Richard D. Reath Sr., 84, of White Pine, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at 12:30 a.m. at Maple Manor Nursing Home in Ontonagon. 


 


 

Richard Edwin Uszynski April 24, 1951-Jan. 14, 2009

Richard Edwin Uszynski, 57 of Bellaire, formerly of Monroe died at 12:25 p.m. Wednesday at Munson Medical Center, Traverse City. He had been in declining health for several years. Friends may call from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.


 


 

Robert J. Hellman

Friday, January 16, 2009 7:45 AM 

BESSEMER, Mich. -- Robert J. Hellman, 80, of Bessemer, a kind and gentle man, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, died Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, in Wakefield. 


 


 

Robert L. Gerbig Sr.

Saturday, January 17, 2009 3:59 AM 

IRONWOOD -- Robert L. Gerbig Sr., 78, of 158 E. Ridge St., Ironwood, died unexpectedly Thursday morning, Jan. 15, 2009, in his home. 


 


 

Robert W. Grossman

Thursday, January 15, 2009 11:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert W. Grossman, age 80, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, at his home. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel.


 


 

Roger A. Burnham

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 2:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Roger A. Burnham, age 66, of 70410 Scott Road, White Pigeon, Mich., died suddenly on Jan. 12, 2009, at his home. He was born Aug. 25, 1942, in Sturgis, a son of Shirley L. and Leona L. (Kline) Burnham, and resided in the White Pigeon area since 1985. On June 4, 1966, he married Judy D. Stears in Sturgis. He retired from Sutton Tool Company in Sturgis in 2002 and had been employed at Lasco Industries and Continental Can Company, both of Three Rivers. After his family and gardening, he most enjoyed bowling, along with hunting, fishing and trapping. Surviving are: his wife, Judy Burnham of White Pigeon; a daughter Michelle (James) Kauffman of Burr Oak; a son, Todd (Melissa) Burnham of Parker, Colo.; grandchildren, Lori and Jacob Kauffman of Burr Oak, Tucker and Roarke Burnham of Parker, Colo.; mother-in-law, Dorothy Stears of Sturgis; brothers, Cleon (Shirley) Burnham of Three Rivers and Michael (Neva) Burnham of Bronson; sisters, Shirley Dodgson of Three Rivers, Rosalee (Fritz) Dicken of Colon and Christina (Jim) Fisher of Athens; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law and brothers-in-law, Dusty Dodgson and Thomas Stears. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon where services are at 2 p.m. Friday. Rev. Canon Meredith Hunt of St. John’s Episcopal Church of Sturgis will officiate. Burial will be in White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the White Pigeon Community Schools Athletic Department. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.


 


 

Roland J. Cross

Thursday, January 8, 2009 9:51 PM 

Roland J. Cross, 74, of Allen, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at his home. He was born Sept. 16, 1934 in Hanover to Clemary and Odessa Irene (Strait) Cross. He was first married to Donna Buelow and she preceded him in death. He married Alma Powell Sept. 22, 1979 and she survives. Roland was a former employee at Walker Manufacturing in Jackson. He drove milk truck for several years. He started a lime business in 1962 and also did excavation work. Roland retired from farming in 1997. Surviving besides his wife Alma are four children, twins, Roxanna Munsell of Portsmouth, Va. and Roland D. (Martha) Cross of California, Tamara n(George) Martin of Portsmouth, Va. and Abby Cross and fiance Landon Mills of Camden; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Martha (Clyde) Stiles of Spring Arbor and Genieve Creamens of Jackson; a brother, Gerald Cross of Pullman, Mich.; mother-in-law, Irene Powell of Jonesville; four sisters-in-law; and three brothers-in-law. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son Andrew; granddaughter Brittany Kay Munsell; two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services for Roland Cross will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Clyde Wonders officiating.  Interment will follow at Allen Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Multiple Myloma Association. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Ronald H. Gleason Hadley Ronald H. Gleason, 92, of Hadley passed away January 13, 2009. He was born April 24, 1916 in Hadley to Harrison Franklin and Edna (Hanniman) Gleason. He married Josephine Tunison. Mr. Gleason proudly served his country in WWII. He retired in 1974 from Pontiac Motors, where he worked as a pipefitter for over 37 years. Ronald was a member of American Legion Post #16. He was a member of the Hadley Community Church for many, many years. He is survived by his wife, Josephine Gleason of Hadley; children, Howard Gleason of Lapeer, George (Maryann) Gleason of Hadley, James Gleason of Hadley; 6 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; sister, Marylyn Haralabakos of Waterford; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harrison and Edna Gleason; brothers, Duane and Robert Gleason; sister, Kathryn Hollis. Memorial contributions may be made to Hadley Community Church. Funeral services were held Friday (Ja

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SHIRLEY ANN HUNT LEXINGTON Shirley A. Hunt, age 82, of Lexington, died Thursday, January 8, 2009 in her home. Born January 26, 1926 in Detroit to the late Charles A. and Bernice (Hill) Hunt. Dear sister of the late Jean E. Ecker and Naomi K. Ford. Dear aunt to several nieces and nephews. Dear friend of the late Ruth C. Ritscher. Shirley retired in 1982 from Michigan Bell Telephone Co. (Ameritech) as a Staff Manager - training after 35 years of employment. Her main interests were her career and golfing. She was an active longtime member of Lakeview Hills Country Club and Resort, Lexington, and several times was Women's Club Champion until her retirement at age 70 from competitive play in 1993. During her playing career she had 5 hole in ones. She continued to play recreational golf in two leagues until her demise. The Funeral Service was held at Trinity Episcopal Church, Lexington with Rev. Rick Schark officiating. Memorials may be made to Blue Water Hospice or Trinity Episcopal Church. A special thanks to her care givers Dee Mancini and Blue Water Hospice. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes.

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SHIRLEY MARIE FLETCHER FLORIDA Shirley Marie Fletcher, age 76, of Holiday, Florida passed away on January 6, 2009. She was born November 14, 1934 in Yale, Michigan to Mary and Ervin Phillips. She moved to Florida in 2003 after the passing of her beloved husband, Edward. Shirley was a loving mother to all... helping everyone in anyway she could. She was preceded in death by her husband; Edward and two sons; Robert and Ronald. She is survived by her two sons; Rick (JoAnn) and Larry (Marie), six grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Saturday, January 17 at 1:30 pm at St. Johns Parish Center, 5335 S. Sandusky Road, Peck, Michigan.

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SLABBINCK HENRY J 

Monday 2-9 p.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Margaret of Scotland Church until Mass at 10 a.m. Burial Mt. Olivet Cemetery. De La Salle Council Knights of Columbus Rosary Monday 4 p.m. and Parish Prayer Service Monday 7 p.m., both at the funeral home. Memorials to Boysville of Michigan appreciated. Mr. Slabbinck was Past Grand Knight of De La Salle Council #3160 Knights of Columbus; member of Richard Cardinal Cushing 4th Degree Knights of Columbus; past President of J & L Steel Retirees #1357 and former member of St. Jude Church.


 


 

Sean Frazier Mayberry II

Sean Frazier Mayberry II, 16 days old, passed away Jan. 8, 2009, in Ann Arbor. 


 


 

Sharron G. Franklin

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 8:38 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sharron G. Franklin, 56, of Litchfield, passed away Jan. 10, 2009, at her residence. She was born March 26, 1952, in Poplar Bluff, Mo., to J. R. and Bertha (Whaley) Collins. She was raised in the Coloma area and moved to this area about three years ago. She held a position as a cashier. She worked for Lowe’s in Benton Harbor, Jackson and Portage. For 13 years she also worked at Chardon Rubber in St. Joseph. Sharron was a member of Matee Indian Tribe. She enjoyed Native American crafts, camping, fishing and sitting by moving waters. Sharron especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Survivors include three daughters, Tasha Fairbanks of Litchfield, Belinda and Michael Knight of Homer and Sharon and Scott Lucas of Jonesville; one son, David Fairbanks of Benton Harbor; two sisters, Shirley Warner and Sheila Smart, both of Coloma; three brothers, Paul “Gene” Mathis of Schoolcraft, twin Larry Collins of Stevensville and Dennis Collins of Coloma; and 11 grandchildren, Kelsey, Josh, Samantha, Trevor, Dillon, David, Devyne, Corey, Alyssa, Carter, and Kaden. She was preceded in death by one brother, James Mathis; a niece, Shelly; and a nephew, Kyle. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Wednesday at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. Wednesday until time of service. Memorials are suggested to the family for funeral expenses. www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Shirley L. Searfoss Nov. 20, 1931-Jan. 14, 2009

Shirley L. Searfoss, age 77 died January 14, 2009 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She was born November 20, 1931 in Milan to Clarence and Phyllis Jane (Ferrington) Searfoss.


 


 

Shirley R. Layman

Monday, January 19, 2009 3:18 AM 

MERCER, Wis. -- Shirley R. Layman, 84, of 6310N Bambiland Road, Mercer, died early Saturday morning, Jan. 17, 2009, in her home. 


 


 

Sidney Nadolsky, 95

Saturday, January 17, 2009 10:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

SIDNEY NADOLSKY, age 95, died Wednesday, January 14, 2009, after a brief illness in Holland Hospital.  He is survived by his 3 children, David (Shanna) Nadolsky of Rogers City; Karl (Amy) Nadolsky of Holland; and Rosemary Nadolsky-Henning of Chicago; 6 grandchildren, David (Judy) Nadolsky of Sterling Heights; Erik (Amy) of Rogers City; Elizabeth (Todd) Hincka of Rogers City; Dr. Karl Nadolsky of Portsmouth, VA; Spencer Nadolsky of Blacksburg, VA; and Alexandra Sydney Henning of Chicago; 8 great-grandchildren, a sister-in-law, Jane Merren of Greenville; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Virginia Nadolsky (1913-1987). Born in New York City February 14, 1913, the son of Russian Jewish immigrants Louis and Rose (Belkin) Nadolsky, Sid primarily grew up and worked in Grand Rapids.  He graduated from Grand Rapids South High School in 1931 (a classmate of the late President Gerald Ford), serving as the class Poet Laureate in Perpetuity.  He attended Grand Rapids Junior College before going on the road as the bassist in a 12 piece swing band during the Big-Band era. He married another 1931 South High graduate, Virginia Fisher, and together they raised their 3 children in Grand Rapids, where he was a long-standing member of the Grand Rapids Symphony and the Garfield Park Summer Orchestra, as well as conducting his own 5 piece dance band, The Sid Nadolsky Orchestra. The group played regularly from the early 40s through the mid 70s at the Rowe Hotel, the Charcoal Inn of the Pantlind Hotel (now the Amway Grand Plaza), Sunshine Hospital and countless weddings and private parties.  Every New Year’s Eve his band could be found playing dance music for the Grand Rapids Alcoholics Anonymous party.  He was a proud member of the American Federation of Musicians, the ACLU, the NAACP, Amnesty International, the Southern Poverty Law Center and Americans United for Separation of Church and State.  He was actively involved in the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s and, as a tireless advocate of peace, was staunchly opposed to the war in Viet Nam. He performed in Grand Rapids Circle Theatre productions of “Call Me Madame” and “A Funny thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” before he and the late Mrs. Nadolsky moved to Rogers City in the late 70s. While residing in Rogers City, Sid continued playing music for patients at the Rogers City Hospital and Tender Care; the Senior Citizens’ Center; and various other Rogers City civic functions.  He worked in his son David’s pharmacy until age 86 and spent as much time as possible cross-country skiing and, through the autumn of his 93rd year, playing tennis.  He was a board member of the Presque Isle District Library; the Michigan Humanities Council; and active with the Rogers City Theatre, most recently revisiting his role as Erroneous in “A Funny Thing...Forum.”  When interviewed by the Alpena News on the event of his 90th birthday, he was asked to reveal his secret to longevity and vitality. He quipped, “Pick your parents right.” Always an independent thinker with a profound commitment to social justice, he wrote a weekly topical poem (calling it “doggerel”) for the Presque Isle County Advance and contributed generously to various social causes that champion the poor and the disenfranchised.  He moved to Holland, MI in July of 2008, where he lived with son Karl and Amy Nadolsky until his death January 14.  While residing in Holland, he remained physically active and mentally engaged by playing his bass; riding a stationary bicycle and lifting hand weights daily; reading voraciously; attending G.R. Symphony and Jazz Band concerts; avidly following the Beijing Olympic games and the 2008 presidential race. On November 4, he was proud to cast his vote for Barack Obama.  He also enjoyed his final fall going sailing with family and delighting in the beauty of Western Michigan sunsets over Lake Michigan.  Sid and his joie de vivre will be dearly remembered and sorely missed.  The Nadolsky family welcomes memories and messages in their on-line registry at www.lakeshorememorial.com. Contributions may be made in Sid’s name to the Grand Rapids Symphony, the Presque Isle District Library, or a charity of your choice. A memorial celebration of his life is being planned and will take place this summer in Rogers City.     


 


 

Stanley G. Kain 1918 - 2009 Stanley G. Kain, 90, Owendale, passed away Friday, January 9, 2009 at Tendercare of Cass City. He was born on February 25, 1918 in Owendale to the late Norman and Bertha (Heck) Kain. He is a 1936 graduate of Owendale High School. Stanley owned and operated his own tax business for many years until his retirement. He enjoyed playing cards and watching sports on the television. He was a former member of the Owendale Lions club. He is survived by two sisters, Beatrice Jones, Bay City and Eleanor Giardina, Ocala, Fla.; niece, Pat (Tony) Enderle, Owendale; nephews, Ron Reinhardt, Owendale, Terry (Jane) Jones, Kawkawlin and Wayne (Patricia) Jones, Clarkston and numerous great-nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a sister, Stella Errer; nieces, Judi Reinhardt and Sandra Jones and nephew, Duane Jones. Funeral services were held on Sunday, January 11, 2009 at the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home of Pigeon, with Rev. John Heim, pastor ofOwendale United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Grant Township Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Owendale Lions Club. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home in Pigeon.

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Stephanie Lynn Hennessey North Branch Stephanie Lynn Hennessey, 43, of North Branch (formerly of Lapeer) passed away January 10, 2009. She was born March 1, 1965, to Herbert and Dorothy (Duguid) Blaies. She married Thomas "Tom" Hennessey, Jr. on September 25, 2001 in Kentucky. Stephanie graduated from Imlay City High School, class of 1983. She was a production operator at Deco Plate in Lapeer. She is survived by her husband, Tom Hennessey, Jr. of North Branch; children, Kyle Zions of Flushing and Brittany Zions of Flushing; stepchildren, Heather (Anthony) Smith of Snover, Becky Hennessey of Croswell, Thomas (Sarah) Hennessey of Lapeer, Patricia (Patrick) Hughes of Applegate, Cole Hennessey of North Branch; 15 grandchildren; father, Herbert (Susie) Blaies of Kentucky; sisters, Kathy (Craig) Cooper, Laurie Lukaszewski, and Julie Charchan; brother, David Blaies; mother and father-in-law, Tom and Betty Hennessey of Lapeer. She was preceded in death by her mother, Doroth

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TIERNEY THERESE 

Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 Blocks E. of Woodward) Royal Oak. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. in state, 10 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church, Royal Oak. Memorials appreciated to St. Vincent DePaul. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

Tammy Coles, 51

Sunday, January 18, 2009 11:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Tammy May Coles, 51, of Fennville, died Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at her home. Visitation is Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Chappell Funeral Home, 637 W. Main St. in Fennville. No funeral is planned. www.chappellfuneralhome.com  


 


 

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TIMOTHY DEAN SIMONIS, 67, of Manistee, formerly of Grand Rapids, died Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at Spectrum Health-Butterworth in Grand Rapids.Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, at the First Baptist Church in Manistee. Cremation took place at Oak Grove Cemetery.Arrangements by the Oak Grove Cremation Center in Manistee.


 


 

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W. Perry Price

Sunday, January 18, 2009 11:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

 Mr. W. Perry Price of River Rouge, Mich., passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 27, 2008. Although in declining health, his passing was unforeseen and hidden from view. His blessing was to leave quickly; and to those who remained, numbness in the heart took place. Perry is lovingly remembered by his wife, Joy (Thomas), and his daughter, Jackie Freeman (Gene), and family of Onsted, Mich. Perry was born and raised in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, in the Spring Creek area. His family consisted of six brothers and three sisters. He had nothing but praise for his Christian mother and a father who was a hard-working farmer raising crops to care for and feed his large family. (Perry and his brother, Frank, married sisters, Joy and Rita, respectively.) Perry and Joy had one child, a daughter, Jackie Denise. At her wedding, Perry had to give his daughter away when she found her true love and life’s partner, Roy (Gene) Freeman, but Perry never gave her away in his heart. She was his pride and joy.  Anyone who knew Perry knew about his Jackie. His grandsons, Jas (Sandy), Joe (Carla) and Jon (Cari), were the love of his life. Perry and Joy spent many happy and carefree hours and days at the Freeman Farm with their boys. Perry’s two great-granddaughters, Jane (Jas and Sandy) and Abyona (Joe and Carla), made his beautiful blue/green eyes light up with happiness and love. They made him feel special and as Janie said, “I can make Perry happier than happy.” What a profound statement from a 6-year-old child. Perry was a disabled World War II veteran and belonged to several veteran organizations. He was a member of the Rouge Free Will Baptist Church. Good Southern Gospel Music brought many hours of enjoyment and listening pleasure to him (especially if Joy was playing the piano). Perry retired as manager of the National Life Insurance Company in Southgate, Mich. He and Joy were able to visit many far-away and exciting places and lands because of his salesmanship abilities. He was a Mason and a Shriner. Perry was a past president of the Southgate Kiwanis Club. He served as a member of the River Rouge Board of Education. Perry was active in local, state, and national political issues and campaigns. He served on the Public Safety Commission for the city. Recreation time was spent on various golf courses and relaxing poolside and/or riding the paddleboat at Freeman Farm. In addition to his wife, Joy, his daughter, Jackie, and family, Perry is survived by brothers, Fred (the late Edna) Price and family, and Frank (Rita) Price and their family. In addition to his Price family, Perry is survived by many wonderful and caring people, including his 93-year-old aunt, Arlean, sister-in-law Mattie and her family, nieces and nephews, cousins and loads of people Perry was happy to call a friend. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dolph and Isabelle Price; brothers, Floyd, Warren, Ford and Ray; and sisters, Mary, Annie and Larnie.  To say an earthly good-bye, a gathering was held on Saturday, Nov. 29, at Michigan Memorial Park. Perry does not want to be remembered with sadness. He wants to be remembered as a man who loved life — God, country and family. He would say: “Every moment is a gift” — enjoy the moment.


 


 

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Wayne Kinnunen

Saturday, January 17, 2009 3:58 AM 

LAKE WORTH, Fla. -- Wayne Kinnunen, of Lake Worth, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at the age of 80.


 


 

Wilfred M. 'Bill' Wing

Saturday, January 17, 2009 3:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wilfred M. “Bill” Wing, age 9l, of Englewood, Fla., and formerly of Colon, Mich., passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, at the Englewood Hospice House in Port Charlotte, Fla.  Bill was born Feb. 2, 1917, in Fulton, Mich., a son of the late Maurice and Elma (Shook) Wing. He moved to Englewood, Fla. in 1999.  He attended Colon Schools and graduated with the class of 1935, and he graduated from Tri-State University in 1939 with an engineering degree.  Bill also had served in the U.S. Army Air Force.  On July 15, l967, he married Betty Hawk, in Grand Rapids. Bill owned and operated the former City Electric business in Colon for 27 years.  Bill was a member of the Good Shepherd Church in Englewood and had attended the Colon Baptist Church in Colon.  He was a 45-year member of the Colon American Legion.  Surviving are: his wife, Betty of Englewood; a son, Ronald Wing of Colon; daughter, Rita (Kenneth) Brandys of Wellston, Mich.; stepson, Terry Crane of Englewood; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; a sister, Marcella Miller of Plainwell and several nieces and nephews.  Bill was preceded in death by two brothers, one sister and a daughter-in-law, Judith Wing.  The family will receive relatives and friends from noon-1  p.m. on Tuesday at the Schipper Funeral Home Ltd. in Colon.  Funeral services will take place at 1 p.m. with Pastor Robert Baxter and David Farrell officiating.  Private burial will take place in the Leonidas Cemetery. In lieu of flowers. the family suggests memorials be made in memory of Bill to either the Englewood, Good Shepherd Church or Tidewell Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.  


 


 

William J. Tilton Sr.

Friday, January 16, 2009 7:42 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- William J. Tilton Sr., 81, of Lake Drive in Hurley, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

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YARROW ANNA-MARIA 

Age 71, of Missoula MT, formerly of Ann Arbor, died January 10, 2009. Anna-Maria is the beloved wife of the late Alan (1991); devoted mother of Brian and Kimberly; dear sister of Norma Bazzett. Mrs. Yarrow is also survived by many loving family and friends. Visitation Monday 2-6 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington (248-474-5200). Funeral Mass Tuesday, January 20th, 12 noon (in state 11:30 a.m.) at St. Gerald Church, 21300 Farmington Rd. (btw 8-9 Mile Rds.) Farmington.

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