Friday, January 23, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 1/23/09


 


 


 

ALVIN "JOE" LEROY SLATER DECKER Alvin L. Slater, age 84, of Decker, died Sunday, January 11, 2009 in Covenant Health Care System Cooper Campus, Saginaw. He was born July 8, 1924 in Sandusky to John Henry and Rose (Laming) Slater. He married Mabel Simmons June 17, 1950 in Sandusky. Joe worked as a mechanic for Doc's Super Service Garage in Sandusky for over 23 years. He was a member of the Cass City First Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing cards, especially Euchre and he loved his dogs. Joe is survived by his wife; Mabel, children; Thomas (Shirlee) Slater of Shabbona, Deborah (Don) Spencer of Cass City, Rick (Dawn) Slater of Deford, Joseph (Char) Slater of Pontiac, Paul (Marie) Slater of Deford, 9 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Raymond Slater, Eugene Slater, sister; Gladys Davis and 2 infant siblings. Funeral service was held at the Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City with Pastor David Hill of Cass City First Baptist Church officiating. Internment will be in Evergreen Township Cemetery. Pallbearers for Joe were; Roger Simmons, Richard Simmons, Delbert Simmons, Max Simmons, John Wutzke and Shawn Sherman. Memorials may be made to Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and storied with the family at

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Alex K. Gary

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 10:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Alex Keith Gary, 15, of Reading, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, in Fort Wayne, Ind. from injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident in Branch County. He was born July 18, 1993 in Coldwater and was a ninth grade student at Reading High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, football, basketball, mechanics and belonged to a muzzle loading group. Alex was kind-hearted, a hard worker, and enjoyed making people laugh. Survivors include his mother Mamie Sue (Webster) Robison, Reading; father, Robert Gary of Reading; grandparents, Karen (Scott) Dietrich of Reading, John Esterline of Hillsdale, Mike (Kunty) Webster of Jackson, Barb (Eugene) Gary of Reading, Richard Robison of Osseo, Kenneth (Donna) Boyd of Reading; and two sisters, Nina Kast of Reading, Cherish Kast of Montgomery. He was preceded in death by two grandmothers, Ellen Boyd, Becky Esterline; and uncle, Bruce Gary. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with the Rev. Jim Mason officiating. Interment will follow in Berg Cemetery, Montgomery. Visitation is scheduled 12-2 and 4-6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family in care of George White Funeral Home.  


 


 

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 A. Cousino Dec. 11, 1920-Jan. 19, 2009

Audrey A. Cousino, 87, of Erie passed away January 19 at 12:00 a.m. in the Medilodge of Monroe. 


 


 

Audrey Cousino Jan. 19, 2009

Audrey Cousino, of Erie, died at 12 this morning at the Medilodge.


 


 

Audrey L. Krueger

Friday, January 23, 2009 10:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Audrey L. Krueger, age 83, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Charlotte Stephenson Manor. She was born Sept. 8, 1925, in Rockford, Ill., the daughter of Harry and Amelia (Goodin) Sundberg. She was a graduate of Rockford West High School. On April 13, 1946, Audrey married Maurice B. Krueger in Chicago. Maurice and Audrey celebrated 60 years of marriage prior to his death in 2006. Audrey worked for Continental Insurance Company, retiring after many years of service. She was a charter member of Faith Lutheran Church in Rockford, Ill., where she sang in the choir. Audrey was also a member of the Christian Community Home Auxiliary in Hudson, Wis. She enjoyed reading and playing golf. Audrey is survived by two daughters, Maureen (Duane) Larson  of  Hudson, Wis., and Diane (Bill) Rauser of Adrian; five grandchildren, Steven (Amy) Rauser of Pinckney, Mich., Andrew Rauser of Brighton, Mich., Katie Rauser of Chicago, Ill., Mark (Jenny) Larson of New Richmond, Wis., and Jon (Tammy) Larson of LaCrosse, Wis., and five great-grandchildren, Tyler and Benjamin Larson, Emily and Jacob Larson, and Abigail Rauser, who knew and loved her as “Mimi.” Also surviving are two brothers, Jack Sundberg of New York and David Sundberg of Rockford, Ill. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers. At Audrey’s request, cremation has taken place. Private graveside services will be held in the spring at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minn. Friends may sign the register book and send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Audrey may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

BARBIERI FRANCES 

Friday 2-9 p.m. 


 


 

BECKMAN DOROTHY ANN 

Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 3-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd. (btwn. Sheldon and Beck), Plymouth. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. John Neumann Church, 44800 Warren Rd. (West of Sheldon), Canton. Interment Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Angela Hospice. To share memories or leave a message for the family, please visit:


 


 

BELLESTRI MARY 

Friday 2 p.m. - 9 p.m. with funeral services Saturday 11 a.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Burial White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com.


 


 

BERNARD LEO DEMARAY MELVIN Bernard Leo Demaray, age 78, of Melvin, died January 16, 2009 in Port Huron. He was born in Melvin on March 10, 1930 to W. Merrill and Irene Demaray. He married Ida Farr on June 10, 1950. He was a cattle and crop farmer and also was a cattle dealer and trucker. He enjoyed hunting deer and fishing. Bernard is survived by his wife, Ida of 58 years, a son; Richard Demaray and friend Lafon Kortman, a daughter; Connie and husband Charles Birkett, 7 grandchildren; Jason, Tracy, Donna, Todd, Christopher, Corry and Carrie, 9 great grand- children, four sisters; Wilma Jacobson, Barbara Bartle, Margorie Parker and Karen Stetaniak, three brothers; Lloyd, Bill and John. Bernard was preceded in death by a sister Bethel and a brother Harold. Funeral services were held at Carman Funeral Home, Brown City with burial in Christian Memorial Cultural Center in Peck. Arrangements by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City.

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BOWMAN MARY ELIZABETH (NEE BRODERICK) 

Age 86, died Sunday, January 20 at Mesa Vista of Boulder, Colorado. Mrs. Bowman was formerly a Roseville resident with her late husband State Senator John T. Bowman. She is survived by her daughter, Darelle McCall and granddaughter Courtney McCall both of Longmont, Colorado. Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2009 at Cadillac Memorial Gardens, East in the Oak Chapel. Mrs. Bowman's nephew, Rev. Kenneth Whittaker will preside. Arrangements by Kaul Funeral Home, Roseville (586) 775-1911. Friends may share a memory with the family at


 


 

BUSH BERDENA KATHLYN 

Friday 2-9 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd., (btw. 9-10 Mile Rds., just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Funeral service Saturday, January 24th, 2 p.m. (in state 1 p.m.) at Salem United Church of Christ, 33424 Oakland, Farmington (48335) Private interment West Farmington Cemetery, Farmington Hills. Memorial tributes suggested to Salem Church or Odyssey Hospice.


 


 

Benjamin Polenz July 27, 1933-Jan. 18, 2009

Benjamin Polenz, age 75, of Taylor, MI, passed away Sunday, January 18 in Oakwood Annapolis Hospital in Wayne, while under hospice care. 


 


 

Betty J. Mills

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Betty J. Mills, 83, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009 at home. She was born on Sept. 25, 1925 in Saginaw to Frances Morris Melon. She was married on Oct. 13, 1945 to Charles Cosier and he preceded her in death in 1984. She was married on Sept. 26, 1987 to Richard C. Mills and he preceded her in death in 2007. Betty  retired from Bob Evans Farms in 1986 after 25 years of service. She was a member of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, the Episcopal Church Women and the American Legion Auxiliary. Betty is survived by four daughters, Diane Cosier of Ann Arbor, Linda Cosier, Tracey Parney and Cindy McDowell all of Jonesville; four grandchildren, Kristen Curtis, Justin Shonk, Nathaniel VerHeek and Sarah Parney; two great-grandchildren, Caitlynn Shonk and Kailey Rangel; one step-daughter, Marcia Hansen; and a step-son, Norman Mills of California. Betty was preceded in death by her husbands, her mother and a great-granddaughter Angel Shonk. Memorial services for Betty J. Mills will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Hillsdale, with the Rev. Sandra Benes officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the St. Peter’s Free Health Clinic or Hospice of Hillsdale County.


 


 

Bradford L. Bean

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:18 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Bradford L. Bean, age 60, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly on Monday morning, Jan. 19, 2009, at his home. He was born Jan. 3, 1949, in Lansing, Mich., a son of the late Louis and Betty (Clark) Bean. Brad had resided in Sturgis since 2004, coming from Howe, Ind. He had also resided in Green Bay, Wis., for over 15 years. He was currently employed as the manager of the Manor Apartments of Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. He had owned and operated Edison’s Memory Stereo Shop and also had been employed for several years at the N.E.W. Zoo in Green Bay, Wis. He was an active and dedicated member of Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church in Sturgis. Brad was a veteran of the Viet Nam War, serving in the U.S. Marine Corp and earning the rank of Staff Sergeant. He enjoyed music and had been involved in theater work. Brad is survived by his daughter, Nikole (William) Gaigg of Fremont, Wis.; four grandchildren, Joshua, Thomas, Valerie and Juliana; a brother, Jeff (Anne) Bean of Flint; a nephew, Malcolm Bean of Flint;and Alison Bean of Los Angeles, Calif., whom he considered to be his second daughter. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. A memorial service celebrating the life of Brad Bean will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church, 1420 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis. The Rev. Charles Vizthum will officiate. Entombment of the ashes will follow the service at the Oak Lawn Columbarium at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Marine Corp Honor Guard. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Bean’s memory consider the Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church, 1420 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.Tributes.com.  


 


 

Brigstock, Richard E. "Dick"

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Bud Rogers, 67

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 5:30 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Bud Rogers, age 67, of Holland, MI, formerly of Howell, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009.  Born January 18, 1942 in Howell, the son of Myron D. and Carmen M. (Schrepfer) Rogers.  Beloved husband of Sandy (Boutell) Rogers; dear father of Laura Barlow and Susan Rogers, both of Texas; stepchildren, Barry Bergin of Davison and Krista Schulte of Ann Arbor.  Also survived by five grandchildren; brother, Paul (Zoe) Rogers of Howell; and many nieces and nephews.   He was preceded in death by his brother, Jim Rogers. Bud had retired as a carrier for the Howell Post Office and then worked as a Facilities Manager for First National Bank in Howell and Metropolitan Title Company.  Visitation will be Thursday from 2–4 and 6–8 p.m. with funeral services Friday, 3:00 p.m. at MacDonald’s Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800).  Memorial contributions are suggested to Holland Hospital Foundation for Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab, “In Memory of Bud Rogers”.  Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Buena D. Boyd, 102

Buena D. Boyd, 102, of Harbor Springs, passed away Jan. 22, 2009, at Bay Bluffs medical care facility. 


 


 

CLARK RYAN M 

January 17, 2009, age 18. Beloved son of Rory and Karen Clark. Dearest brother of Brittany Clark. Loving grandson of Dee (the late Richard) Clark and Veronica (the late Milton, Sr.) Harrigan. Also survived by family and friends. Memorial visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Memorial service Saturday 11:00 a.m. at Cross Lutheran Church (Clinton Township), 35851 Utica Rd. Memorials to Gift of Life or your favorite charity appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

CLINCH ELEANOR 

Sunday 11 a.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. in Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home, 32814 Utica Rd., Fraser. Share memories at 


 


 

COLEMAN HOWARD LEE 

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CZARNECKI EDWARD F 

Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-8 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Monday 10 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church (Schoenherr Rd. just south of 25 Mile) until Mass at 10:30 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at:


 


 

CZESKI WANDA 

(nee NOWAK), born 22 January 1927, passed away 21 January 2009. Beloved wife of the late Ted; loving mother of Patrick Ted, and Dan Richard (wife, Donna Kutylowski); adoring Baci of Aurelia Bernice. Aunt of the late Bobby Snyder; Phyllis Snyder, Donna (Vincent) Aarons, Charlene Czeski and Patsy Czeski. Loving sister of the late Richard (died at age 3). Sister-in-law of the late Jane and Adolph Snyder, Ziggy (late Grace) Czeski, and the late Chester and Isabel Czeski. Member of Polish Aid Society, Polish American Retirees. Final cremation wishes entrusted to Krot Funeral Home, Hamtramck. Interment Forest Lawn, Detroit. Memorial Mass on Monday, 26 January 2009 at 11 am and donations to Holy Cross PNCC, 2311 Pulaski, Hamtramck, 48212.


 


 

Carl Peppiatt

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 10:22 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Carl Peppiatt, age 96, of rural Quincy, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009.  Mr. Peppiatt was born June 2, 1912 in Cherry Hill, Mich., 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 one daughter, Dorothy (James) Hixson of Phoenix, Ariz.; two sons, Paul (Shirley) Peppiatt of Quincy,  Daniel Peppiatt of Coldwater; nine grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Kenneth Peppiatt of White Lake; three sisters, Mary Hamilton of Kalamazoo, Yvonne (Charles) Ward of Punta Gorda, Fla., Betty (Thomas) Withrow of Fort Myers, Fla. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Joann Huntley and Helen Howard. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Hillsdale Assembly of God with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. Interment will follow in Fisher Hill Cemetery, Branch County. Visitation is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy. Memorials are suggested to the Hillsdale Assembly of God or CHC Hospice.


 


 

Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera

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


 


 

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Charles Carnahan

CARNAHAN, Charles E. "Chaz" - Age 38, of Otisville, died Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at Brian's House Hospice. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden. Interment will be held 4 PM Saturday at Tower Hill Cemetery in Houghton Lake. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-9 PM Friday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Ryan White Foundation. Charlie was born December 1, 1970 in Detroit, the son of James Logan and Nancy L. (Spears) Carnahan. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved his family. Surviving are: partner of 9 years, Brian Crawley; two sisters, Barb Emery and Terry Carnahan; three brothers, Harry, Danny and Mike Carnahan; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by: his parents and sister, Mary Ann. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituary page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Clarence H. Augustine

Clarence H. Augustine, 95, of Rhodes, died at his daughter's residence on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. The son of the late George and Cecelia (Tenwalde) Augustine, he was born Oct. 6, 1913, in Gladwin, where he was raised and educated.


 


 

Cora "Mamaw" Miles March 7, 1913-Jan. 17, 2009

Cora quot;Mamaw quot; Miles, 95, of Mt. Pleasant, formerly of Monroe, passed away January 17, 2009, at The Laurels of Mt. Pleasant.Born March 7, 1913, she was the daughter of Columbus and Hattie (Eads) Friar.


 


 

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D. Diane Mitchell

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:44 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

D. Diane Mitchell, age 64, of Adrian passed away unexpectedly at her home, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009. Diane was born on April 12, 1944 in Leaven-worth, Kan., the daughter of Donald and Louise (Michaels) Jasmund. She was married to Charles Robert “Bob” Mitchell. Bob preceded her in death in 1988. Diane graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1963.  She received both her Bachelors Degree and her Masters in Education from Siena Heights University. Diane worked at TLC Community Credit Union for several years, retiring in 2007. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed league bowling at Lenawee Recreation. Diane also enjoyed scrap booking, jewelry making, and creating hand-made cards. She was a member for 36 years and current president of Alpha Gamma Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.   Diane is survived by her son, Lance Mitchell of Manitou Beach and his fianceé, Tracy Brown; her sister, Kim (David) Sarapo of Adrian; her brother, Jeff (Brenda) Jasmund of Montgomery, Ala.; a sister-in-law, Karen Jasmund of Manitou Beach; a brother-in-law, Allen (Yvonne) Mitchell of Adrian; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, James Jasmund.  The funeral service for Diane will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Greg Burdine officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh. Friends may visit Diane’s family on Friday at the funeral home from 3 to 8 p.m. where her sorority will conduct their memorial ritual at 8 p.m. You may also sign the register book or leave condolences at  www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Diane may be made to Hickman Cancer Center. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

DUANE T. HARVEY BROWN CITY Duane T. Harvey, age 77, long time resident of Brown City, Maple Valley Twp. died Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Saginaw. He was born September 29, 1931 in Detroit, son to the late Theodore and Velma (Setter) Harvey. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion Post 489 in Peck. He married Mae Bell September 21, 1961 in Capac. Duane worked for Gerlock Construction Company as a machine operator for many years until his retirement. He is survived by his wife; Mae of Brown City, son; Robert Harvey of Melvin, daughters; Connie (Kurt) Gunther of Melvin and Anita (Tim) Eagle of Brown City, brothers; William (Marie) Harvey of Brown City and Ed (Barbara) Harvey of Tennessee, 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Duane Russell Harvey and brother Bob Harvey. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Memorial service was held at Community of Christ Church in Valley Center with Pastor Jim McLeod officiating. Memorials may be given to the donation of your choice. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Marlette, Michigan, (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com

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Dale O. Wheaton

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dale O. Wheaton, 84, of Waldron passed away Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 at Evergreen Manor in Montpelier, Ohio.  He was born January 19, 1925 in Adams Township to Clarence and Edith (Myers) Wheaton.  He was married Dec. 31,1958 in Pittsford to VaRue Southard and she preceded him in death on Oct. 20, 2008. Dale was retired from M & S Manufacturing.  He was a veteran of the U. S. Army, a member of the American Legion in Hillsdale and the Waldron First Church of Christ. Dale is survived by three daughters, Jociel (Albert) Prendergast of Hillsdale, Macel (Dave) Gibbs of Hudson and Bonnez (Lynn) Beck of Archbold, Ohio; one son, Terry Wheaton of Washington; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Besides his wife VaRue, he was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Wava Lipps and Ethel Whaley. Memorial services for Dale O. Wheaton will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Waldron First Church of Christ.  Visitation will be from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. Thursday at the church.  Private burial will take place at Waldron Cemetery.  Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to the Waldron First Church of Christ.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Dan Zuhlke Imlay City Dan Zuhlke, 78, of Imlay City, passed away Tuesday (Jan. 20, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Medical Center. Daniel Zuhlke was born June 14, 1930, in Imlay City, the son of Albert August and Mary Ellen Zuhlke. He grew up in Imlay City and spent most of his life there. Dan was an Imlay City High School graduate, class of 1947. He married Joan Beverly Shuart on August 4, 1949 in Lapeer. Dan was a member of the Lapeer Regional Medical Center Pulmonary Unit Harmonica Group. He worked at Van Dyke Welding in Imlay City for 20 years, until the early 1980's and worked 2 years at Gamble's Store in Imlay City. He helped his son-in-law with his landscaping business. Dan loved fishing, playing harmonica and woodworking. He is survived by his wife, Joanne Zuhlke of Imlay City; sons, Kevin (Vonda) Zuhlke, Daniel (Sandy) Zuhlke of Otisville, Chuck (Donna) Zuhlke of Brown City; daughters, Patty (Larry) Halstead of Imlay City, Nancy (Les) Dutcher of Imlay City; 13 gran

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Darlene Temple

Temple, Darlene M. Bay City, Michigan Passed away Monday, January 19, 2009 after a lengthy illness, age 65 years. Funeral service will take place 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 23, 2009, at the W.L. Case & Company Funeral Chapel, 4480 Mackinaw Road, Saginaw. Rev. Richard Mundt will officiate with entombment in Oakwood Mausoleum. Friends may call at the chapel, 4480 Mackinaw Road, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. on Thursday and then from 10:00 a.m. Friday until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider her family. Complete obituary is online at www.casefuneralhome.com W.L. Case & Company Funeral Chapel Saginaw, Michigan


 


 

David A. Farison

David A. Farison, 64, passed away Jan. 13, 2009, in Midland. 


 


 

David L. Bomia Oct. 25, 1946-Jan. 15, 2009

David Lynn Bomia, age 62, of Ida, loving husband, father, and quot;Pumpa, quot; passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home surrounded by his family at 10:35 a.m. after a yearlong fight with cancer.


 


 

Dennis L. Whitlock

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Dennis L. Whitlock, 56, of Howe, Ind., died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at Goshen General Hospital in Goshen. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday  with Rev. Dewey Miller officiating.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Howe at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the family.  


 


 

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Donald Lemmen, 95

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 5:26 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donald Lemmen, age 95, of Holland, died Tuesday, January 20, 2009.  He was a member of Maranatha Christian Reformed Church and former member of the Maranatha consistory and men’s society. He was retired from the Holland Ladder Co.  Don was preceded in death by his wife, Harriet Lemmen in 2004; an infant son, Delwyn Jay; and a grandson, Kevin Lemmen in 1978.  He is survived by his children, Wayne and Audrey Lemmen of Holland, Merle and Esther Lemmen of Holland, Phil and Sharon Lemmen of Holland, Delores and Ron Raak of Holland, and Wesley and Sandra Lemmen of Hamilton; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; brother, Marvin and Myrtle Lemmen of Holland; and sister-in-law, Lillian and Dale Bekhuis of West Olive.  Funeral and committal services will be 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 23 at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, 918 Central Ave., Holland, with Rev. Scott De Vries and Rev. Richard Vander Klok officiating. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visiting hours are scheduled for 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, at  Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E 16th St., Holland. Memorial contributions may be made to Holland Christian Schools and the Boersma Cottage at Resthaven Care Center. An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland. com.


 


 

Donna Mae Curtis

The sun set on the life of Donna Mae Curtis, age 82, at Cherrywood Manor in Jenison on Jan. 14, 2009. Her sun rose on Sept. 4, 1926, in Lansing. Her loving husband of 56 years, Ned S. Curtis, Jr., preceded her in death.


 


 

Donna R. 'Ma' Tauer

Friday, January 23, 2009 3:31 AM 

BESSEMER, Mich. -- Donna R. "Ma" Tauer, 60, of Bessemer, passed on to a new journey Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after a brief illness. 


 


 

Doris Jean Cody Lapeer Doris Jean Cody, 80, of Lapeer, passed away January 17, 2009. She was born April 17, 1928, in Holly, to David Richard and Gladys (Knowlton) Hayward, Sr. Doris was a telephone operator for Michigan Bell/ Southern Bell/Ameritech. She made afghans for nursing homes and volunteered at Suncrest. Doris enjoyed senior citizen bowling and her membership at the Lapeer Fraternal Order of Eagles. She is survived by her daughter, Rosalie (Richard) Rittersdorf of St. Petersburg, Fla.; grandchildren, Abbie, Joe and Dan; several great-grandchildren; several siblings and step-siblings. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Rebecca Ellen Merrill; parents, David and Gladys Hayward, Sr. Memorial contributions made by made to the charity of one's choice. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111.

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Doris M. Gest

Friday, January 23, 2009 3:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Doris M. Gest, age 76, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at the Sturgis Hospital. She was born July 28, 1932, in Burr Oak, a daughter of the late John and Garnet (Kaehr) Mayer. Doris has been a resident of Burr Oak all of her life and graduated as class valedictorian from Burr Oak High School with the class of 1950. On Nov. 2, 1951, in Burr Oak she married her high school sweetheart, Howard A. Gest. Doris was employed as a reporter for the Burr Oak Acorn, secretary at the Burr Oak High School, and retired from Kirsch Company, where she had worked for many years. She was a member of the Burr Oak United Methodist Church, the Burr Oak Mother’s Club, had been a Boy Scout leader, and bowled with the Kirsch Bowling team.  She enjoyed needlepoint, flowers, playing the guitar, and just loved her children and grandchildren and especially enjoyed watching the grandchildren play ball. Doris was loved by so many and was truly a special person with lots of love and laughter to share with  friends and family, and she felt everyone in Burr Oak was dear to her heart. Surviving are: her husband of 57 years, Howard A. Gest; children, Robert (Pat Raifsnider) Gest, Patricia (Shawn) Seeba, and Debora (Michael) Poley, all of Burr Oak,; grandchildren, Jenifer Taylor, Sara (Bryon Freeman) Downing, Melissa Poley, and John Poley; great-granddaughter, Alayna; two step-grandchildren, David Downing and JoAnn Downing; sister, Susan Mueller of Miami, Fla.; and nephew, David (Jun-Ko) Hawkins of New York, N.Y. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law, Jack Mueller. The family will received friends and relatives from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Doris M. Gest will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with The Rev. Donald Graham, Burr Oak United Methodist Church, officiating.  Interment will follow in Burr Oak Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be directed to the Burr Oak United Methodist Church, 105 S. 4th St., Burr Oak, MI 49030.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.legacy.com  


 


 

Dorothea Elizabeth Straub Lapeer Dorothea Elizabeth Straub, 78, of Lapeer (formerly of Roseville) passed away January 14, 2009. She was born November 10, 1930, in Lynn, Mass., to Mr. and Mrs. Richard. Dorothea worked on the kitchen staff of Saratoga Hospital in Detroit. She graduated from St. Elizabeth's High School in Detroit. She is survived by her children, Deborah C. Burdell of Lapeer, Janice M. Mozdzen of Lapeer, Gary Mozdzen of Sterling Heights; 2 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and 1 brother. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy; stepfather, Merril; son, Robert Dennis Mozdzen. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111.

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Douglas Vosburg

VOSBURG, Douglas E. Of Climax Passed away January 19, 2009 at Borgess Hospital. He was born December 17, 1966 in Battle Creek, to Jan and Nellie Lou (Ashley) Vosburg. First and foremost, Doug loved to spend time with his family. He was also an avid Detroit Tigers fan to all who knew him. Doug loved to read and he enjoyed the challenge of solving any kind of card game, word puzzle, or trivia question, especially one pertaining to his greatest passions: TV shows and movies. Also surviving Doug are his sisters, Laura (Mark) Marlowe of Galesburg, Eileen Vosburg of Climax; brothers, Timothy (Karen) Vosburg of Climax, Gregory (Colleen) Vosburg of Climax and Andrew (Debbie Hitchings) Vosburg of Scotts; and several nieces and nephews. Family will greet friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Climax Chapel, 205 E. Maple Street on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8:00 PM. Funeral services will take place at Climax United Methodist Church on Saturday at 11:00 AM, Pastor David G. Knapp, officiating. A private family interment will be held at Roof Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Lawrence Memorial Library in Climax or Kids Hope USA (c/o Climax United Methodist Church). Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508


 


 

Dr. Paul A. Eiler

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Dr. Paul A. Eiler, age 78, of North Manchester, Ind., died Jan. 18, 2009, at the Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Jan. 8, 1931, in Nampa, Idaho, a son of Austin and Edna (Betts) Eiler. A 1949 graduate of Nampa High School, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Manchester College in 1953 and  graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1960. His intern training was at McLaren Hospital in Flint, Mich. On Aug. 30, 1953, he married Alma Morningstar. Co-founder of the Manchester Clinic, with the late Dr. Lloyd Smith, he was a physician at Manchester Clinic for 36 years. Dr. Eiler served on the 5-County Mental Health Board, was a member of the Indiana Medical Association and Wabash County Medical Society, and was on staff at the Wabash County Hospital. He was a member, deacon, Sunday School teacher and choir member at the First Brethren Church, North Manchester. He also enjoyed photography and had a love for animals and nature. Surviving are his wife, Alma Eiler; son, Gary (Randa) Eiler, West Lafayette; daughters, Beth (Scott) Bolman of Lincolnshire, Ill., and Karen (Mike Sturgeon) Eiler, North Manchester; sister, Anne McKellip, Nampa, Idaho; sister-in-law, Alta (Morningstar) Schrock, Sturgis, Mich.; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and one brother. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the McKee Mortuary in North Manchester. Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at the First Brethren Church, North Manchester with Pastor Kurt Stout officiating. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Those wishing to honor the memory of Dr. Paul A. Eiler may direct memorials to: First Brethren Church, 407 N. Sycamore St., North Manchester, IN 46962; or Timbercrest Retirement Community, P.O. Box 501, North Manchester, IN 46962.


 


 

Duane Russell Attica Duane Russell, 77, of Attica, passed away Tuesday (January 20, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Medical Center. Louis Duane Russell was born October 6, 1931, in Lapeer, the son of Louis Dean and Lulu May Russell. He grew up in Attica and had spent all of his life there. He attended Imlay City Schools. He married Bonnie Lou Campbell on August 29, 1953 in Elkhart, Ind. Duane was a member of F&AM Attica Lodge and was a past Fire Chief of Attica. He was a fire and safety manager. He worked 20 years for Champion Home Builders Corporation. Duane also welded for Jay's Steel. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Russell of Attica; sons, Ray (Thyra Utley) Russell of Otisville, Brian (Joyce) Russell of Attica, Bradley (Donna) Russell of Attica; daughter, Kathy (Fred) Ragatz of Imlay City; 9 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; sisters, Beverly Evans of Brown City, Marilyn (Virgil) Sweeten of Elba, Deaneen (Marvin) North of Lapeer. He was preceded in death by his pa

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Editorial: Snow removal impacts schools

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hillsdale County’s Road Commission is between a rock and a hard place. Repeated assaults of winter weather are using up funds for snow clearing. The commission is using less salt in the salt-sand mix and concentrating what it has on intersections, curves and hills. Communities with their own plowing and salting are in similar straits. Hillsdale County’s school districts are between a rock and a hard place. Repeated assaults of winter weather and decreased snow clearing are responsible for more cancelled school days than usual. For more of the story, copy and paste the following url into your browser:  http://hillsdaledailynews.mi.newsmemory.com/


 


 

Edward Asher Thurston

Edward Asher Thurston, born Nov. 1, 1920, in Erie, Pa., grew up in Maumee, Ohio. Graduating from Maumee High School, he attended Ohio State University. 


 


 

Edward John Zubavich June 24, 1929-Jan. 18, 2009

Edward John Zubavich, age 79, of Monroe, MI passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2009 at 11:42 AM in the home of his nephew and niece John and Brenda Mason in Belleville, MI. Ed had been in declining health for the past year.


 


 

Ellen Nettnay

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Elna H. Wagner Lapeer Elna H. Wagner, 96, of Lapeer, passed away January 13, 2009. She was born October 10, 1912, in Caro, to Fred and Mary (Rohr) Peters. Mrs. Wagner graduated from Metamora High School and went on for two years at County Normal. She was a clerk at the Ross General Store, then Sweeneys Bakery. She is survived by her children, Gary (Nora) Wagner of Metamora, Nancy Kitchenmaster of Lapeer, Kerry Wagner of Lapeer, Ronny (Delores) Wagner of Lapeer; 13 grandchildren and many, many great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Caskey; father, Fred Peters; son, Roy Wagner; granddaughter, Michelle Wagner; brothers, Howard, Elmer and Roy Peters. In lieu of flowers, please give gifts to the family. Funeral services were held January 15, 2009, at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Pastor Peter DeKlerk officiated. Burial was in Metamora Cemetery. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111.

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Esther Janke

Janke, Esther Ann Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Janke passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at Bay Special Care Hospital. Age 79 years. At the request of Mrs. Janke cremation will take place and a complete obituary and Memorial Service will be announced in a later edition of the paper.


 


 

Ethel M. Short Jan. 21, 2009

Ethel M. Short, 86, of Flat Rock died Wednesday in Brownstown Township. 


 


 

FIEBELKORN DONALD G 

Friday 2:30-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot, Roseville. In state Saturday 9:30-10 a.m. time of Funeral mass at St. Donald Church. Share a memory with the family at 


 


 

Florence Wachowski

Wachowski, Florence A. (Wardynski) Bay City, Michigan Florence A. Wachowski, age 94 years, died Tuesday, January 20, 2009 in Brian's House. Funeral Liturgy: Monday, January 26, 2009, 11:00 AM, St. John the Evangelist Church, Essexville. Visiting Hours: Sunday 2-8 PM at funeral chapel. Complete obituary to appear in the Saturday edition by the W. A. Trahan Funeral Chapel.


 


 

Frank J. Pieper, Jr. 

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


 


 

Frank J. Snead

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:40 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frank J. Snead, age 90, of Adrian died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   


 


 

Frank Michael Murphy

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Commander Frank Michael Murphy, USN (ret.), passed away Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 at his home in Riverview, Fla. from a lengthy illness. Frank was born Oct. 28, 1953 in Honolulu, Hawaii.  Frank, known to his family as Mike, was the first son to be born to the late Captain Frank M. Murphy Jr., USN (ret) and is survived by his mother Margaret McGlaughlin Murphy of Coldwater. Frank is a Naval Academy graduate, class of 1976, and a retired officer of the US Navy. Frank is also survived by his best friend and loving wife Patty Siegle Murphy; two sons, Charles “Chad” and wife Anna of Herndon, Va., and Marshall of Springfield, Va. He has three brothers; Timothy and wife Patricia of Paris, France, Edward Scott and wife Amy of St Peters, Mo., Kelly of Coldwater and one sister Theresa and husband Michael Murphy of Coldwater. There also are four brother-in-laws, George Siegle and wife Mary Lou, Donald Siegle and wife Marina, Elmer Siegle, Thomas Siegle and Lisa. Uncle Mike was the favorite uncle to twenty nieces and nephews; in addition to a great niece and a great nephew. Uncle Mike always made the kids laugh. Frank has also left behind his four legged buddies, Boomer and Malibu, which brought him much peace.  Frank is also survived by many friends in life, which will always have a good Frank story to tell. Memories of Frank will always bring a smile. A memorial service will be at the Naval Academy to be announced at a later date.


 


 

GADLEY FRANCIS R 

Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke @ 25 Mile Rd. In state Monday 10 a.m. at Lakeside Assembly of God, 46155 Schoenherr (N. of Hall Rd.) until service 11 a.m. Interment Oakview Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at:


 


 

GROSS ROBERT I 

Friday 1-9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street, Detroit, MI 48207


 


 

George Smith, 94

Thursday, January 22, 2009 4:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

George Bernard Smith, born in Algonac, MI, to Bernard and Dora Ames Smith on June 25, 1914, passed away January 8, 2009, at the age of 94. He is preceded in death by his wife, Ellavern Rose Smith, in 1975; also brothers, Charles and Elwood Smith; and sister Betty Richardson.  George was raised in Algonac where he worked for the family business, Chris Craft Corporation.  He moved to Holland in 1940 to open the Chris Craft Plant as Chief Design Engineer.  The company acquired the Roamer Steel Boat Division in 1957 where he was employed in the same capacity.  Because of his love for boating, he encouraged many young people to learn boat safety and sponsored a local racing club and helped to maintain their boats.  George also had a passion for racing ice boats.  He built his own designs which were successful in winning many races.  George moved to Wickenburg, AZ,  in 1997.  He is survived by his sister, Irene Green of Kirkwood, MO; his brother, Christopher Smith of Holland; his son and wife, Gary and Sarah Smith; his daughter and husband, Kay and Robert Burton of Wickenburg; his grandchildren, Gregory and Nancy Smith, Kristin Amaral, Karen Burton-Hansen and Kristina Kirk; great-grandchildren, Megan and Jeremy Burton, Clayton Hansen, Cheyanne and Jeffrey Fink; and  many nieces and nephews.  A Celebration of his Life will be  in Wickenburg with the immediate family in attendance.   


 


 

Gertrude Eleanore (Silberg) Sovde

Thursday, January 22, 2009 3:01 AM 

TOWNSEND, Del. -- Having just celebrated her 90th birthday, Gertrude Eleanore (Silberg) Sovde, formerly of Townsend, passed away Jan. 13, 2009, at Millcroft Healthcare Center in Newark. Her daughter was at her side. 


 


 

Gladys Marie Doucette

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:47 AM 

KINGSFORD, Mich. -- Gladys Marie Doucette, 88, of 313 Wolcott Ave., Kingsford, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau, Wis., after a brief bout with cancer. 


 


 

Gladys R. Chinavare Jan. 16, 2009

Chinavare, Gladys R., age 97, of Trenton, MI died January 16, 2009. 


 


 

HAHN CAROLYN MARIE (DOSCH) 

age 83, died Tuesday, January 20, 2009, in Dearborn, peacefully surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Donald for 63 years, loving mother of Larry (Becky) and Kathy Beach (Mike); dear grandmother of Jennifer Mellen (Daniel), Jeffrey (Jamie), Kristen DeMarce (Derek), Ashley Beach; loving great grandmother to Cheyanne, Dakota, Zachary, Mackenzie, and Chloe. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 24 at 12:00 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel, 4180 Monroe Boulevard, Dearborn Hts., MI 48125.


 


 

HAMPSON ROBERT J 

Age 91. Date of death January 21, 2009. Husband of "Puff" (Sadie). Wonderful father of Robert Jr. (Paula), Thomas (Anne), Christoper, Jane (Florin Berca) and Nancy. Proud grandfather of Julie, Rob, Betsy, Melissa, Noah, Will, Laura and Win. He is survived by his sister-in-law Eleanor Hampson. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard Burrell and Maude Jaquins Hampson and his brother, Richard. Funeral service will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's name can be made to: The Mayo Clinic Foundation for Medical & Educational Research, Volunteers of America or The Salvation Army. On-Line sympathy message at:


 


 

HOLLAND LORETTA M 

5-8 p.m. Saturday and 2-8 p.m. Sunday with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd. (2 Blks. West of Woodward). In state Monday 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Mass at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 581 E. 14 Mile Rd., Clawson (west of Rochester Rd.). Burial Roseland Park. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association. Share a memory at www.sawyerfuller.com


 


 

Harold F. Parsons

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold F. Parsons, 89, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at Drews Place of Hillsdale.  He was born Oct. 17, 1919 in Cambridge, Ontario to Howard and Kate (Bryant) Parsons.  He was married July 14, 1945 to Mable Thompson and she survives. Harold was a retired advertising representative.  He was a veteran of the Canadian Air Force, a member of the Acacia Masonic Lodge, a member of the Jonesville First Presbyterian Church and a former member of the Jonesville Lions Club. He loved sailing and spending time with his family. Besides his wife Mable, he is survived by a daughter Lynne (Dave) Williams of Hillsdale; a grandson, Jeffrey (Carrie) Williams; and a grandaughter, Heather Williams. Harold was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one brother. Funeral services for Harold F. Parsons will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Jonesville First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Gary Oliver officiating.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the Jonesville First Presbyterian Church.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Harold R. Hammond

Friday, January 23, 2009 10:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold R. Hammond, age 80, of Maybee, Mich., died Jan. 22, 2009, at home. He was born Oct. 7, 1928, in Ypsilanti, Mich., to George and Dorothy (Roberts) Hammond. He was an active member at Emmanuel Lutheran Church of Britton and worked at EMU for 21 years.  Survived by his wife of 60 years, Paulin Mae (Zieske); children, Paul (Kathy) Hammond, Bonnie (Larry) Turner, Laurann (Kenneth) Bobicz and Sherlynn (Walter) Schleif; nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and two brothers, David and James of Tecumseh.     Visitation at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan, from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday. Funeral at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Britton, at 11 a.m Monday, with visitation at 10 a.m. Burial following at London Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Condolences may be offered at www.ochalekstark.com.


 


 

Harriett L. Perrine

Thursday, January 22, 2009 10:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harriett L. Perrine, age 98, died Saturday, Jan.17, 2009. She was the beloved wife of the late Merlin K., loving mother of the Rev. Stephen K. (Connie), grandmother of Jolee (Jim) Kempf, Alicia, Stephen Keskitalo and Karen Bethune and great grandmother of Jack and Harry Kempf. Visitation will be Thursday, 3-8 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Road (4 blks E. of Woodward) Royal Oak. She will lay in state Friday 11 am until time of service at 12 noon at Beverly Hills United Methodist Church, 20000 W. 13 Mile Road, Beverly Hills, Mich. A graveside service will be at the Pratville Cemetery on Saturday at 1 p.m. Memorials to Wesleyan Medical Fellowship appreciated. Harriett was the last of nine siblings born to Alfred P. and Carrie Bell Emens of Prattville. Several of her brothers and sisters were distinguished educators with her brother John Emens serving as president of Ball State University. She graduated from Michigan State Normal College, Ypsilanti (now Eastern Michigan University) with a BS degree in elementary education. She did postgraduate work at University of Michigan and Columbia University. Harriett married Merlin K. Perrine on June 23, 1945 at the Hillsdale Arborateum, and he preceded her in death. Although she taught in various locations throughout Michigan, the majority of her career was spent teaching second grade at Jefferson Elementary School in Coldwater. She retired in 1970 and remained active with the American Association of University Women and other civic groups. She and her late husband, Merlin, were dedicated members of Coldwater Wesleyan Church. She loved God, life, her family and friends and will be greatly missed.


 


 

Helen (Vizanko) Stein

Thursday, January 22, 2009 3:00 AM 

EVANSTON, Ill. -- Helen (Vizanko) Stein, 86, of Evanston, died on Dec. 19, 2008. 


 


 

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 M. Pratt-Rines 1925-2009 Helen Marie Pratt-Rines, 83, formerly of Filion, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at Harbor View Adult Foster Care in Port Huron, with her family by her side. She was born on June 19, 1925 in Armada to the late George and Viola Deacons. She went to Filion School and graduated from Kinde High School. She was married to her lifelong sweetheart, Clarence Pratt in Filion at her parent's home on August 7, 1943 by Rev. Marion Lowe of the Presbyterian Church in Bad Axe. They raised five children and were married 54 years until Clarence passed away in 1997 She married Stanley Rines on November 1, 1998 at the First Presbyterian Church in Bad Axe by Rev. Jan Dykshoorn. She spent the past 10 years in Freedom, N.H. and Zephyrhills, Fla. with Stanley until she became ill. She then returned to Michigan to be with her family. Helen worked for Hamill Manufacturing and was a nurse's aid at Huron Memorial Hospital. She also did home health care for the ill and elderly. She was loved by her patients for her tender loving care. She enjoyed visiting her children and her grandchildren. Her sense of humor and good nature will be missed by all. She is survived by her husband, Stanley Rines, Freedom, N.H.; children, Diana (Bob) Repp, Port Huron, Sharon (Bob) Haldane, Bad Axe, Dale Pratt, Ubly, Wayne Pratt, Port Austin and Vicky (Chuck) Knowlton, Port Huron; step-children, Jeri (Mark) McKinley, Kris Rines and James (Brooke) Rines; eight grandchildren, Jill (Steve) Emery, Jennifer (Chris) Lee, Michelle (Don) Dixon, Jessica (Derek) Bach, Amy (Eric) Maust, Cortney Henderson, Carrie Pratt and Dustin Henderson; several great-grandchildren, step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Howard (Nancy) Deacons, Filion and Eugene (Mary) Deacons, Zephyrhills, Fla.; two sisters, Joyce Guza, Buckley and Eileen (Franklin) Miller, Filion and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Pratt; her parents and a sister, Donna (Chuck) Eddie. Services were held on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Bad Axe First Presbyterian Church. Rev. Jan Dykshoorn, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the Colfax Cemetery. Memorials may be offered to Heartland Hospice or the Bad Axe First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe.

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JACKSON SARAH OPAL 

Age 76. January 22, 2009. Beloved wife of Olden. Dear mother of Deborah (Douglas) Sims, Susan (Denny) Watkins, Beverly (the late Dan) Brazelton and Kathy (Mark) Hatchigian. Loving grandmother of Kevin Sims, Jennifer and Julie Watkins. Step-mother of Kathy (Bruce) Berutti, Richard Jackson and Timothy (Colette) Jackson. Sister of five sisters and two brothers. For service information call the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John Hospice. On line sympathy message at


 


 

JAHN MARY A 

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JOHNSON LARRAINE PATRICIA (GILLEY) 

is Saturday 4-9 and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 W. Six Mile Road, Livonia Michigan, 48152, with service to be held Monday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. Memorials may be given in Lorraine's name C/O Paradise Lake Association, 6182 Paradise Trail, Carp Lake, Michigan 49718.


 


 

JOHNSTON MATTHEW 

Monday 1-4 p.m. at the Jurkiewicz & Wilk Funeral Home, 2396 Caniff, Hamtramck. 


 


 

James B. Collier

James Bryan Collier, 46, died Jan. 15. 


 


 

James R. Fox

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James R. Fox, 53, of Tecumseh passed away peacefully, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 2, 1955, in Schenectady, N.Y., the son of Gerald and Ruth (Uehlin) Fox. He married Janice Heron May 30, 1981. She survives. James was Vice-President of Operations with American Soy Products for more than 20 years and a prior General Manager of Schmidt’s Noodle Company, both divisions of Eden Foods. He was active with the Gideon Society, serving as treasurer. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Tecumseh, where he taught Sunday school for many years. James was devoted to his family, his church, and his work. He was a lifelong lover of the great outdoors, camping, traveling, and enjoyed pyrotechnics. As James traveled through life he was always looking for adventure and embraced life. In addition to his wife Janice, James is survived by three sons, Joshua and Jordan of Bluffton, S.C., Zachary of Toledo, Ohio; a daughter, Rebekka of Lansing; his parents, Gerald and Ruth Fox of South Port, N.C.; a brother, Michael of Kingston, Wash.; and a sister, Susan (Daniel) Baynes of Burlington, Vt.  Visitation will be Thursday, Jan. 22, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, at First Presbyterian Church, Tecumseh, with the Rev. Richard Mortimer officiating; visitation from 12 p.m. until time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Foundation For Cancer Research, Melanoma Research Fund, 4600 E. West Highway, Suite 525, Bethesda, MD 20814. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Janet L. Weage

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:31 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Janet L. Weage, age 75, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She had been in failing health. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson, with the Rev. David Pierce officiating. A reception and time for fellowship will follow at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Elks Club (B.P.O.E.) in Coldwater. Memorial donations are suggested to Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. Janet was born Nov. 19, 1933 in Coldwater, daughter of Ford and Olive (Titus) Collard, and lived in Coldwater most of her life. She married Keith D. Weage in July 1951 in Coldwater. They eventually divorced and he preceded her in death in February 1974. Janet first worked as a legal secretary for attorney Richard Birringer in Coldwater, then for 10 years at Baker and Botts Attorneys in Houston. She was an active member of the Sigma Gamma Sorority, holding both local and district offices. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law Christine and David Norton of Coldwater; six grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her son Kevin Weage and her brother Walter Collard. This obituary is also at www.kolcz.com, where private messages may be left for the family.


 


 

Janice Ellen Burguard Sept. 24, 1941-Jan. 19, 2009

Janice Ellen Burguard, 67 years old, of Petersburg, died Tuesday night, January 19, 2009, in St. Vincent's Hospital, Toledo, OH. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home Thursday from 2-8 PM. She will lie in state at St.


 


 

Jeffrey Cartagena, 37

Thursday, January 22, 2009 4:48 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jeffrey Manuel Cartagena, 37, passed away January 20, 2009. Survived by wife, Misty; sons, Thomas, 6, Alexander, 2;  mother Barbara; father, Gregory; brothers, Gary, Joey, Gregory; and many wonderful friends!  The viewing  is at Lakeshore Memorial on Saturday, January 24,  10 a.m.-12 p.m. Memorial service and luncheon will be at the New Holland Brewery at 12:30 p.m.    Special thanks to EVERYONE! Also, 84 East and New Holland Brewery for their help, support and compassion.  Memorial contributions can be made at the New Holland Brewery or 84 East. "Jeff, I love you more than words and I will always miss you."        


 


 

Jennette K. Fair

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jennette K. Fair, age 91, of Bronson, Mich., died Jan. 20, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater. The family will receive friends from 2–6 p.m. Thursday at the Kolcz Funeral Home, Bronson. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church of Bronson. Interment will follow in Bronson Cemetery.


 


 

John A. Ruble June 26, 1949-Jan. 21, 2009

John A. Ruble, 59, of Monroe died at 2:08 p.m. Wednesday at University of Toledo Medical Center he had been in poor health for 1 week. 


 


 

John F. Jubar 1937-2009 John F. Jubar, 71, Sebewaing, died Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at Northwood Meadows in Cass City following a lengthy illness. He was born November 1, 1937 in Akron Twp., Tuscola Co., son of Sybil G. (Gotham) Jubar and the late Orin A. Jubar. He was united in marriage to Tamara K. Gruehn on April 6, 1982 in Lucas Co., Ohio. John had been employed at Defoe Shipbuilding in Bay City for many years and later for Kuhl Building Products in Sebewaing for over 20 years before retiring in 2001. He was united in marriage to Tamara K. Gruehn on April 6, 1982 in Lucas Co., Ohio. He was a member of New Salem Lutheran Church in Sebewaing, served on the board of finance and had been in the choir. He also was a member of Sebewaing American Legion Post #293, life member of the Sebewaing Sportsmen's Club; was in charge of the bingo games at the Sebewaing V.F.W. and Legion for 12 years. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1961 to 1964. He is survived by his wife, Tamara (Tammy) Jubar, Sebewaing; two sons, Keith (Shanna) Jubar, Madisonville, Tenn. and Bruce (Jo) Jubar, Sebewaing; his mother, Sybil Jubar, Unionville; two grandsons, Jacob and Blake Jubar, two granddaughters, Olivia and Erin Jubar; two step-grandchildren, Shane (Brooke) Ward and Christopher Ward; four step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Ken (Barbara) Jubar, Holly; one sister, Illa (Jeannie) (Herb) Severn, Unionville; aunt, Coral Gotham, Unionville; brother-in-law, Terry Gruehn, South Branch; several nieces and nephews and special friends, Curt and Pat Baur and John and Brenda Sigmund; all of Sebewaing. He was preceded in death by one niece, Rae Lynn Huyghe. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service was held on Friday, January 16, 2009 at New Salem Lutheran Church in Sebewaing. Rev. William Mayhew officiated. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider New Salem Lutheran Church, Home and Hospice Advantage or the Alzheimer's Foundation. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing.

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Joyce Pearl Petty

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joyce Pearl Petty, of Osseo, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at her home. She was born Jan. 18, 1957. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Joyce Pearl Petty will be held at the El Bethel Pentecostal Church of God in Hillsdale at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22 with Pastor David Spriggs officiating. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery, Jefferson Township. The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Arrangements are by Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home, Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family.


 


 

Judith E. Wheeler

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 8:55 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Judith E. Wheeler, 67, of Reading, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at home.  She was born Sept. 13, 1941 in Hillsdale, the daughter of Harrison and Ivone Grace (Watkins) Benjamin. Judy was a 1959 graduate of Hillsdale High School, and for 25 years she owned and operated Baker’s Acres Country Store in Reading. Also active in her community, Judy served many years as the Reading Township Treasurer, President of the Reading Library Board, member of the Reading Athletic Boosters Club, and the Youth Sports Program. She was also talented at knitting and crocheting and enjoyed special time spent with her family. On June 11, 1965 she married Roger Wheeler and he survives, along with, two daughters, Kimberly (Randy) Blythe and Kathryn Wheeler; three sons, Timothy (Lisa) Wheeler, Nicolas Wheeler, Benjamin Wheeler all of Reading; two sisters, Helen (Jim) Truitt of Hillsdale, Sandra White of Fort Wayne, Ind.; two brothers, Mike (June) Benjamin of Tell City, Ind., Larry (Jo) Benjamin of Reading; five grandchildren, Lacey Spieth, Alex and Barbara Wheeler, Samuel and Zoe Blythe. She was preceded in death by one son, Jeffrey, and her sister, Thelma Benjamin. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Don Harkey officiating.  Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Reading.  Visitation is scheduled from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.  Memorials to the Reading Community Library would be appreciated.


 


 

KANAN PETER PAUL 

Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary 7:00 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (N. of 22 Mile Rd.), Shelby Twp. Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Therese of Lisieux Church, 48115 Schoenherr Rd. (Shelby Twp.). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Capuchins. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at:


 


 

KATHRYN LOUISE FAGAN SANDUSKY Kathryn Louise (Purdy) Fagan, age 91, of Sandusky, died on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility. Kathryn was born on August 23, 1917 in Wisconsin, the daughter of Pearl and Mae Purdy. She married Richard Charles Fagan in Detroit on June 28, 1941 and they had three children; Patrick, Joanne and Kenneth. Her husband died in 1960 at the age of 44 and Kathryn never remarried. Kathryn enjoyed taking care of others and spent many years working as a personal assistant and care giver for an elderly man and his two sisters. She had a great sense of humor, enjoyed many life-long friendships and treasured time spent with her children and grandchildren. She was heart-broken when her son, Pat, died at the age of 42, but was extremely proud of the fine husband, father, brother, son and police officer he was. Kathryn moved from Detroit to Sandusky in 1985 after Pat's death to be closer to her son, Ken and his family. Kathryn is survivedby her son; Ken and his wife Mary Simon, daughter-in-law; Karen Fagan and her partner Chester Brown, daughter; Joanne Walters, grandchildren; Andrew (Heather) Fagan, Carrie (Bill) Hill, Christine Tricarico, Debbie and Kim Walters, and great grandchildren; Elliott and Lucy Hill, Fallon Tricarico, Stephanie, Christopher, Jennifer, and Corey, and her special niece; Anne (Tom) Nesbit and nephew; Edward (Mary) Purdy Jr. Kathryn was preceded in death by her husband Richard, adored son Patrick, loving brother Edward and his wife, Tillie and granddaughter Sandy. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory, Bay City. Memorial services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. Roger Adams officiating. Memorial suggestions to the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com

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KEGLER REBECCA JUNE 

Friday 2-9 p.m. at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd. Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Saturday 9:00 a.m. until time of funeral service 10:00 a.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church 20338 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods. 48236. Interment Glen Eden Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church.


 


 

KNUDSEN KEITH MARTIN 

Age 51 of St. Clair Shores, passed away January 16, 2009. Keith graduated in 1975 from Sterling Heights High School. In his youth, he was an avid hockey player, skating with the Fraser Highlanders. He worked for years at Chrysler as a tool and die maker. Keith loved his many Doberman Pinschers, was an active sportsman and hunter. Beloved son of the late Tom and Doris Knudsen. He is survived by his brothers Graham, Barry and Tom, many extended family members and numerous friends, especially Glen, Gina, Ron, Bridget and Jim. Memorials suggested to the ALS Association, 675 E. Big Beaver Rd., Suite 207, Troy, MI 48083 (248) 680-6540, . Memorial visitation Saturday, January 24, 2009, at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile) from 10 a.m. until 12 noon with a memorial service at 12 noon. Interment Private. Share a memory at


 


 

KOONTER DAVID G 

Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd. (Allen Park Chapel). Onlineguestbook at 


 


 

KUBITSKEY CHESTER 

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Katie Nagel

NAGEL, Katie Diane - Age 20, of Grand Blanc, formerly of Holly and Fenton, died Monday, January 19, 2009 due to an automobile accident. Services will be held 11AM Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. Visitation will be held 7-9PM Thursday and 2-9PM Friday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Katie Diane Nagel Memorial Fund. Surviving are: her parents, Gary and Karen; two sisters, Shanyn Nagel of Highland and Kristen Nagel of AR; grandmothers, Jean Hurst of Highland, Reba Nagel of AR; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Katie's grandfathers, Thomas Hurst and Donald Nagel preceded her in death. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Kellie K. Hebekeuser

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Kenneth Jon Donaldson

Friday, January 23, 2009 10:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kenneth Jon Donaldson, age 38, of Manitou Beach passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in Hudson. He was born on May 27, 1970, in Adrian, Mich., to Kenneth Jon and Deborah L. (Ames) Donaldson. Jon lived in Hudson and then in Manitou Beach. He graduated from Hudson High School. He was employed for 20 years by the Department of Corrections in Adrian.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycles, was an avid NASCAR fan and loved being with his beloved son. Jon is survived by his son, Kole Jarrett Donaldson of Manitou Beach; his parents, Kenneth and Debbie Donaldson of Hudson; his friend, Karma Yager of Manitou Beach; his stepdaughter, Kaitlin Horn of Manitou Beach; his brother, Kevin Donaldson of Hudson; maternal grandmother, Donna Ames of Lake Somerset; paternal great-grandmother, Mildred Kuhn Donaldson Bailey of Lake Somerset; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Arthur Donaldson, Velma (McCaskey) Donaldson, and maternal grandfather, George Ames, Sr. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Kathi Dodds officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Kole Jarrett Donaldson Scholarship Fund. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Kevin LeRoy 'Bubba' Lambert

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:42 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

 Kevin LeRoy “Bubba” Lambert, age 40, of Morenci died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born April 23, 1968, in Adrian to LeRoy Lambert and Dixie (LaFountian) Lambert Krutz. On March 30, 2002, Kevin married Adriene Collins in Tipton and she survives. Kevin was a fan of NASCAR racing and Red Wings hockey. In addition to his wife, Kevin is survived by one son, Kevin Lambert of Morenci; one stepson, Eddie Cousino of Morenci; three daughters, Annette Lambert, Lynette Lambert and Haley Lambert; three brothers, Greg (Jen) Lambert of Tecumseh, Randy (Stacy) Lambert of Adrian and Austin Krutz of Onsted; eight sisters, Denise Lambert of Morenci, Christine (Tim) Lambert of Adrian, Stephanie (Scott) Krutz of Onsted, Amy (Robert) Lambert of Adrian, Carrie (Ronald) Klee of Adrian, Kimberly (Dean) Krutz of Onsted, Michelle Krutz of Adrian and Nicole (James) Krutz of Adrian; one sister-in-law, Dawn Schuch and her children, Dale, Robert and William, of Morenci; and several nieces and nephews. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents; a stepdaughter, JessErin; and a nephew, Nathaniel. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at 5 p.m. at the Reformed Baptist Church in Adrian with Pastor Calvin Walden officiating. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Kevin Lambert. Envelopes are available and Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Kristoffer J. Young

Friday, January 23, 2009 10:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kristoffer J. Young, age 17, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born May 20, 1991, in Adrian, to Art Young and Diana Hendershott. Kristoffer loved hanging out with friends, playing video games, talking about fishing and bugging his sister. He had attended Madison Schools, but was currently attending Adrian High School. Kristoffer is survived by his mother and stepfather, Diana and David Patterson of Adrian; four brothers, Eric Young, Bryon Young and Sam Young, all of Adrian and Michael Davilla of Britton; five sisters, Amber Patterson, Anikka Young, Klarrissa Thompson, Casey Beach and Kizzie Young, all of Adrian; grandfather, William Hendershott of Adrian; stepgrandfather, David Patterson, Sr. of Holt, Mich.; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Art Young; grandmother, Annabelle Hendershott; stepgrandmother, Betty Jones, and a brother, Art Young, Jr. Funeral services for Kristoffer will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Larry Johns officiating. Cremation will follow the service. Visitation will be held on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lupus Foundation. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

LEOTA BLANCHE MILLETICS CROSWELL Leota Blanche Milletics, age 88, of Croswell, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2009. Blanche was born November 28, 1920 in Lexington Twp., daughter of the late Thomas and Jesse (Merrick) Hunt. She married Carl Millectics on March 18, 1939 in Croswell. He preceded her in death on January 16, 1975. Blanche was a homemaker and secretary for Carl's Welding & Machine Shop for 27 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Croswell, and the local Rebekah Lodge holding offices for many years. She also enjoyed and was an avid gardener. She is survived by one daughter; Carlene (Steve) Sysak of Farwell, four sons; Charles, William (Ann) and Paul (Ann), all of Croswell, and John of Wooden Shoe, 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Annette, a sister, Iva (Annie) Stone, and three brothers Jack, Wallace and Dean Hunt. Funeral Services were held at the First Presbyterian Church, Croswell with Rev. Kenneth Hetzel officiating. Burial was in Croswell Cemetery. Her grandsons were pall bearers. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Six South Howard Ave., Croswell, MI 48422.

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LaFORTE RAYMOND M 

68, January 21, 2009. Beloved son of Raymond and Lorene LaForte. Dear brother of Gail (Greg) Lowran, Delores Murphy, Bobby LaForte and Donald LaForte. Private services will be held. 


 


 

Laura M. Cattell

Thursday, January 22, 2009 10:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Laura M. Cattell, age 89, of Bronson, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009 at home following a short illness. Laura was born Nov. 16, 1919 in Noble Twp., daughter of Lloyd and Erma ((Fair) Beery and attended Bronson Schools. She married Arden Cattell on May 1, 1937 in Kendallville, Ind. Arden died Dec. 9, 1997. Laura and Arden were 4-H Leaders of the Square Deal 4-H Club for many years. She was also a Bronson School Bus driver for over 20 years retiring in 1978. Laura and Arden wintered in Sebring, Fla. for over 18 years after their retirement. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bronson and enjoyed cake decorating, cooking and playing cards. Surviving are her daughters and sons-in-law Nancy Lee and James Kibiloski of Coldwater and Betsy and Warren Canon of Bronson; son and daughter-in-law James and Carol Cattell of London, Kent; five grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; her brother Harold Rice of Three Rivers; sisters Marie Tripp of Coldwater, Bernetta Fox of Memphis, Tenn. and Donna Atkinson of Three Rivers and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter Sherrie Taylor, a brother Leo Beery and a sister Vera Gilding. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009 at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson with Rev. Matt Bistayi officiating. Interment will follow in Matteson Twp. Cemetery. The family will receive friend at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 4–7 p.m. Friday where memorial donations may be made to the Bronson Food Pantry or to CHC Hospice. Obituary is also at www.kolcz.com where private messages may be left for the family.


 


 

Linda Marie Bialk

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Lorraine Patricia Johnson, 83

On Jan. 21, 2009, Lorraine Patricia Johnson (Gilley) departed this world. Her family in loving care surrounded her with prayer and hymns as she entered the arms of her savior.


 


 

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.


 


 

Luci A. Boyan May 28, 1924-Jan. 17, 2009

Luci A. Boyan, age 84 of Monroe, died at 3:40 a.m. Saturday at the Lutheran Home. She had been in declining health for two months. Friends may call from 2 - 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Rupp Funeral Home where a Scripture Service will be held at 6:30 p.m.


 


 

MAHONEY ANNA 

Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Services Saturday 3:30 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the American Cancer Society. Share a memory at


 


 

MALOZIEC JULIE LYNN 

Age 43, January 21, 2009. Loving daughter of Yvonne. Dearest sister of Laura and John. Dear aunt of Sabrina and Alex. Memorial service Saturday 11:00 a.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Share memories at


 


 

MARJORIE S. CARLSON APPLEGATE Marjorie S. Carlson, age 73, of Applegate, passed away quietly on Thursday, January 15, 2009. Marjorie is survived by her husband of forty eight years, John William Carlson. Her children; Kimberly (Kevin) Cunningham, John (Rita) Carlson, Karen Wood and Kathy (Jeremy) McNayr, nine grandchildren; Stacy (Sean) Murray, Stephanie (Ryan) Helmold, Joshua, Eugene, John and Cody Carlson, Eric Wood, Nick and Samantha Marr and one great grandson Zachary Murray. Cremation has taken place, with a private family memorial to be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Woodland's Developmental Center Special Olympics or St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell.

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MARTHA A. DEIKE DECKERVILLE Martha A. Deike, age 95, of Deckerville, died Friday January 16, 2009 in her home. She was born January 21, 1913 in Delaware Township, the daughter of the late Edward and Adeline (Brandt) Warczinsky. She married Charles L. Deike Sr. on March 23, 1935 in Covington, Kentucky. He preceded in death on December 7, 2000. She was a life member of St. John Lutheran Church, Palms, a member of the Ladies Aid and Alter Guild. Mrs. Deike is survived by one son; Charles (Cheryl) Deike of Vassar, two daughters; Miss Marjorie Deike and Miss Doris Deike both of Cass City, one daughter-in-law; Mrs. Aileen Deike of Deckerville, six grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son, Eugene on December 16, 1994, one brother Carl Warczinsky and one sister Mrs. Dorothy Schults. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Martha A. Deike were held at the St. John Lutheran Church, Palms, with Pastor Henry Hales officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Memorials may be given to St. John Lutheran Church or Hartland Hospice. Arrangements by the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home.

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Mable Viola Dillon Lapeer Mable Viola Dillon, 92, of Lapeer (formerly of New Stanton, Pa.) passed away Wednesday (January 21, 2009). She was born April 13, 1916, in New Stanton, Pa., to Wesley and Irene (Thompson) Miller. She married Roy Albert Dillon on June 22, 1935, in Pleasant Unity, Pa. Mrs. Dillon was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her children, Albert "Bud" Dillon of Lapeer, Clarence "Carney" (Marilyn) Dillon of Lapeer; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Edith Hay of Pennsylvania, Clara Morris of Pennsylvania, Eva McClentick of Pennsylvania, Merle Miller of Maryland. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Dillon; parents, Wesley and Irene Miller; infant son, Gerald; sister, Helen Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Suncrest Auxiliary. Funeral services were held Friday (January 23, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Rev. Ralph Pieper II officiated. Burial was in

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Margarita Arjona, 77

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 5:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Margarita Arjona, age 77 of Holland, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009.  She is survived by her husband, Seferino Arjona; children, Maria de los Angeles Rosales, Ernestina A. Rodriguez, Jose Hector Arjona, Alicia M. Ruiz, Hilda Arjona, Lilia Areas, Raul Arjona, Arturo Arjona; 18 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be 4:00 p.m. Thursday at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 East 16th St., Holland with  Father Charles Brown officiating.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.  Burial will be in Mexico.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.


 


 

Mark J. Toepper

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:17 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mark John Toepper, age 53, of Vicksburg, Mich., passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at his home. He was born Dec. 20, 1955, in Sturgis, Mich., a son of the late John T. and Marieta (Fitterer) Toepper. Mark had been a resident of Vicksburg since 1989.  He previously lived in Kalamazoo and the Sturgis area. On May 31, 1986, he married Marilyn Crowe.  They were together for 20 years before divorcing in 2006. He was employed for Grumman-Olson, which is now Morgan-Olson, while residing in Sturgis, and was employed for over 18 years at Benteler Automotive in Galesburg. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, bonfires, and shooting fireworks with his family.  He was a practical joker at times and was known by his co-workers as the “Candyman,” always sharing his candy with his co-workers. Surviving are his children: John (Chrissy) Toepper of Portage, Jamie Toepper of Portage, Carol (Brian) Karr of Brunswick, Ohio, and Trista Edwards of the Cleveland, Ohio area; two grandchildren, McKenna Karr and Braden Edwards; three brothers, Gary Toepper of Topeka, Kansas, Steven (Kyung) Toepper of South Korea, and Jeffrey Toepper of Jackson, Mich. He was preceded in death by his parents. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place.  A memorial service celebrating the life of Mark John Toepper will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis with the Rev. Calvin J. Kolzow, Trinity Lutheran Church, officiating.  A private family burial will take place at a later date in Sturgis Memorial Gardens.  Memorial donations may be directed to the family to help with funeral expenses.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.legacy.com.  


 


 

Mary A. Jahn

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Mary Lou Baker

• Mary Lou Baker, 64, of Grand Rapids, formerly Onekama, died Jan. 17. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

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.


 


 

Mary Shay, 87

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 5:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary E. Shay, age 87, of Holland, entered her heavenly home Monday, January 19, 2009, after a brief battle with cancer.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Shay.  Mary is survived by her children, Holly (Jeff) Hamm, Dennis Corbin, Mary Kartes, Ann (Jim) Visser; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; sister, Eugenia (Larry) DeVormer.  The memorial service will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday, January 26, 2009, at Northpoint Assembly of God, 4200 152nd Street in Holland.  A luncheon will follow.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Northpoint Assembly of God.


 


 

Maurie S. Syrjala

Friday, January 23, 2009 3:32 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Maurie S. Syrjala, 90, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, in Wakefield. 


 


 

Max E. Burkey

Thursday, January 22, 2009 4:34 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Max Burkey, age 78‚ of Mottville, Mich., passed away Jan. 21, 2009, at his home. He was born in Cass County, Mich., on March 27, 1930, a son of Melvin and Violet (Robinson) Burkey. Max attended school in Edwardsburg. On March 25, 1950, he married Clara Akin in Bronson, Mich. He worked for the Nibco Co. for 32 years. Max later worked at Stoutco Inc. in Bristol for 15 years. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing and hunting, shooting his first deer in 2007. Surviving are his wife, Clara Burkey, Mottville; daughters Karla (James Jr.) Sweat of Constantine and Cheryl (Howard) Bradford of Mottville; son, Eugene (Brenda) Burkey of Mottville; grandchildren, Robert (Larry) Burkey, Tena Burkey Zimmerman, Joshua (Rachael) Sweat, James (Charla) Sweat III and Jerod (Kassandra) Bradford; five great-grandchildren, Natasha, Savannah, Sydney, Alexa, Trenton; two brothers, Glen Burkey and Art Burkey; and two sisters, Edna Senteney and Joy Miller. He was preceded in death by his parents and five brothers and sisters.‚ Relatives and friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine where religious services will follow at 11 a.m. Pastor Jim Garnett, Mason Township Baptist Church, will officiate. Interment of the cremains will be in the Mottville Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Maxine Blohm

Maxine Blohm died Jan. 16, 2009, after a prolonged illness. Born May 7, 1918, Maxine lived most of her life in Defiance, Ohio. She spent her early childhood in Chicago, Illinois. She later lived with Bertha and Harry Yager in Beaverton. She met her late husband, Ray Blohm, in Saginaw. They married in 1944.


 


 

McCREADY JAMES M 

Sunday 4-8 p.m. and Monday 2-8 p.m. at THAYER-ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 33603 Grand River Ave., downtown Farmington (1 blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). Memorial contributions to Life Challenge of Southeastern Michigan, Detroit. www.thayer-rock.com


 


 

Mikita Lois Dennis Holland, Mich. Mikita Lois Dennis, 20, passed away January 17, 2009, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born November 10, 1988, in Holland, Mich., the daughter of Michael Dennis and Tammy Jones. Mikita graduated from Ottawa High School. She currently attended Muskegon Community College, where she was a highly regarded art student. She is survived by her father, Michael (Dawn) Dennis of Jenison; mother, Tammy Jones; sister, Sasha Dennis; brothers, Damian and Trystan Groening; grandparents, Jake and Dorothy Dennis of Lapeer and Troy Jones, Sr. of Holland. A memorial service was held Saturday (January 24, 2009) at the Chappell Funeral Home, 637 W. Main St., Fennville, Mich.

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Mildred Bertha Rabideau Lapeer Mildred Bertha Rabideau, 79, of Lapeer for over 38 years (formerly of Troy) passed away January 16, 2009. She was born February 3, 1929, in Detroit, to Walter and Beatrice (Grilbozer) Ott. She married Lawrence Paul Rabideau on June 14, 1947 in Roseville. Mildred was a loving wife and mother. Everyone she met cared for her very much. She loved to play pinochle. She is survived by her husband, Lawrence "Larry" Rabideau of Lapeer; children, Larry (JoAnn) Rabideau of Coleman, Allan J. Rabideau of Coleman, Darlene (Steven) Bovee of North Branch; grandchildren, James (Bridgett) Davidson and Crystal Davidson, both of North Branch; sister, Bea (Darrell) Galyon of Roseville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Beatrice Ott. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. A memorial service was held by the family on Saturday (January 24, 2009) at Larry and Mildred's home. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer

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Onalee M. Hopkins

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:15 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Onalee M. Hopkins, age 91, of White Pigeon, Mich., passed away on Wednesday evening, 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 Sturgis 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 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; one 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; one 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 service celebrating the life of Onalee Hopkins will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the First Presbyterian Church of Sturgis. The Rev. Michael Wicks will officiate. Burial of the ashes will take place at the Prairie Rest Cemetery in Delavan, Ill., at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Hopkins memory 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.  


 


 

PAWLOWSKI GERALD R 

Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 3 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Monday 10:30a.m. until 11a.m. Mass at Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Church, 32500 Palmer (south of Cherry Hill, east of Venoy).


 


 

PETERS DOROTHEA M 

Age 89, of Northumberland died Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. Born May 17, 1919 in Elmira, NY, she was a daughter of the late John and Aimee (McMillan) Murphy. Dorothea was a 1941 graduate of Elmira College. Surviving are her husband of 62 years, George, one son, John (Carrie) Peters of Lewisburg, one daughter, Ann (Thomas) Williams of Dallas, TX, two grandsons, George and Michael Williams, one granddaughter, Shannon Peters, and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 20 at Sacred Heart Church, 814 St. Louis St., Lewisburg, PA with Monsignor William M. Richardson officiating. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Edmundite Missions, 1428 Broad St., Selma, AL 36701. The family is being assisted by Cronrath-Grenoble Funeral Home, S. 2nd and St. Louis Streets, Lewisburg, PA.


 


 

PHILLIPS ROBERT C 

Friday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. scripture service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Pontiac. Memorials to IHM Retirement Fund appreciated. Share your memories at: www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

PODUNAVAC BOSKO 

4-8 p.m. Sunday. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org 


 


 

Penny Paula Smith

Penny Paula Smith, 45, passed away suddenly on Jan. 14, 2009, in Gladwin. 


 


 

REISTMAN-KARABENICK RUTH 

Beloved wife of the late Maurice Reistman for 56 years, and the late George Karabenick. Dear mother of Linda (Ronald) Benson and Patty (Howard) Maziar. Devoted grandmother of Adam (Gabriella) Benson, Abigail (Steven) Karasick, Aaron (Heather) Benson, Michelle Maziar and Michael Maziar. Proud great-grandmother of Maya Karasick, Jacob Benson, Madeline Benson and Theodore Karasick. Cherished aunt of Karen and Allen Litwack. SERVICES 1 P.M. SUNDAY AFTERNOON MACHPELAH CEMETERY CHAPEL. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL (248) 569-0020. www.irakaufman.com.


 


 

REITENGA MILDRED G 

January 19, 2009. Age 88 of Livonia. Beloved wife of the late Duane. Loving mother of Bonnie (Marlin) Adams, Roger (Barbara), Rex (Mary) and Barbara (Keith) Lang. Grandmother of 10, great grandmother of 16 and great great grandmother of two. Family will receive friends Thursday 2-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd, Livonia. Instate Friday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 10 a.m. at Ward Presbyterian Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48167.


 


 

RILEY ELIZABETH 

3-9 p.m. Saturday with funeral service at 6 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile, Livonia


 


 

Richard J. Arno Lapeer Richard J. Arno, 80, of Lapeer (formerly of Royal Oak) passed away January 18, 2009. He was born November 18, 1928, in Detroit, to Joseph and Elizabeth (Challener) Arno. In 1952, Mr. Arno founded Arno Paint & Wallpaper, Royal Oak, owning and operating it for 40 years. He was very involved with the Royal Oak community. He was past president of the Royal Oak Optimist Club, serving in the Royal Oak Zoning Board of Appeals for 24 years - 15 years as Chairman. Richard was a 25 year member of the Stage Crafters Community Theatre, as well as being very active in the Baldwin Theatre restoration. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Phyllis; children, Barbara (Matt) Modrack of Brighton, Richard H. (Hiroko) Arno of Tokyo; grandchildren, Cobleigh and Josie Modrack, Alisa Arno; sister, Eleanor Arno of Shelby Twp. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Patricia Payson Hunt, Douglas and Robert D. Arno. Memorial contributions may be mad

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Richard S. Skirlo 1922-2009 Richard S. Skirlo, 86, Unionville, passed away Monday, January 12, 2009. He was born in Unionville on November 19, 1922, son of Edwin and Martha (Stoll) Skirlo and remained a lifelong resident. He married Rosemary Bean on January 15, 1949. She preceded him in death on April 12, 2005. Dick was employed with Michigan Bell Telephone Company, where he retired as a Toll Testman. He was a member of the Morovian Church, where he served on its Board of Elders and Trustees and was a member of the Unionville Village Council for 17 years. He had also been finance officer for the American Legion Post 421 and had been with the Unionville-Akron-Columbia Fire Department for 38 years. During World War II, he proudly served with the U.S. Army. He is survived by daughter, Barbara (Andrew) Nutt, Unionville; grandchildren, Patrick (Machelle) Nutt, Richard (Heather) Nutt, Rae Ann, John and Bambi Nutt; great-grandchildren, Shiann, Aaron, Calie, Hannah, Triston, Amber,Elijah and Jaida Nutt and sister, Helen Glasser, Grandville. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard and a brother, James Skirlo. Funeral services were held on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at the Unionville Moravian Church. Rev. Andreas Teich officiated, with interment taking place in the church cemetery. The family has suggested memorials to the church, the A-C-W ambulance service or the burn unit at St. Mary's Medical Center, Saginaw. Arrangements were handled by the Unionville Funeral Chapel, Unionville.

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Robert L. Laboe Jan. 17, 1933-Jan. 19, 2009

Robert L. Laboe, age 76 of Monroe died January 19, 2009, at Mercy Memorial Hospital.Friends may call from 4 pm until 8 pm today at the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 203 E. Elm Ave. 


 


 

Robert L. Laboe Jan. 19, 2009

Robert L. Laboe, 76, of Monroe died at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by the Allore chapel of the Martenson-Family of Funeral Homes. 


 


 

Robert M. Sorvari

Thursday, January 22, 2009 3:05 AM 

BROOKFIELD, Wis. -- Robert M. Sorvari, 69, of Brookfield, died Jan. 19, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Robert Rogers, 80

Robert Rogers, 80, of Boyne City, died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. 


 


 

Roger Maki

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:43 AM 

BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. -- Roger Maki, 64, of Bruce Crossing, died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at the Oscar G. Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Center in Iron Mountain. 


 


 

Roland E. Persing

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Roland E. Persing, age 77, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Kalamazoo. Graveside services and burial will take place at 1 p.m. Friday at the Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. Memorial donations would be appreciated to help with expenses, c/o: Hackman Family Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 9, Sturgis, MI 49091, which is handling the arrangements.  


 


 

Ronald Curtis

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 10:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ronald Curtis, age 71, of Somerset, formerly of Reading, died at his winter home in Florida Jan. 6, 2009. Surviving are his wife of 34 years, Carolyn, and five children, eight grandchildren, and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his son, Ron Jr.  Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. April 25 at the New Jerusalem Christian Fellowship Church, 14977 Harper Road, Somerset, MI 49233. Donations may be sent to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 800-805-5856, www.stjude.org.  


 


 

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 January 16

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Ronald W. Bennetts

Friday, January 23, 2009 3:36 AM 

BESSEMER, Mich. -- Ronald W. Bennetts, 73, formerly of Bessemer, died unexpectedly Tuesday Jan. 20, 2009, in Minocqua, Wis. 


 


 

Roy Paajanen

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 3:42 AM 

EWEN, Mich. -- Roy Paajanen, 85, died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, in Wakefield. 


 


 

Ruth Harrison Sept. 18, 1924-Jan. 20, 2009

Ruth Harrison, 84, of Monroe died at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. She had been in poor health for one year. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home, where services will be held at 2:30 p.m.


 


 

SCOFIELD KENNETH D 

Age 94, January 21, 2009. Dear father of Richard (Carmen) Scofield, Ralph (Terry) Scofield, Kathleen (Frank) Hutto and Virginia (Ken) Porter. Also survived by four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and his dear friend Stefany Lyles. Private family services. Arrangements by Northrop-Sassaman Funeral Home (Northville).


 


 

SLOAT WILLIAM J 

Age 87, of Hendersonville, TN. January 17, 2009. Preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Rosemarie Sloat. He was a retired Merchant Marine officer serving in WWII, Korea & Vietnam; and then worked at AEDC in Tullahoma; and was a devout Roman Catholic who was baptized by a Dutch Priest in India during WWII. With his wife, he traveled the world after he retired. Survived by his children, William F. (France) Sloat, Connie Fanning and Karen Sloat; grandchildren, William Benjamin Sloat, Wesley Sloat, Montgomery Sloat, Liberty Lander-Dyer, Toby Fanning, Jr., and Taylor Rose Sloat; great grandchildren, Aubrey, Koen, Kya-Marie; and sister, Phyllis Burkhart. Memorial contributions may be made to Lions Club - KidSight, 505 Fesslers Lane, Nashville, TN 37210. William's final resting place will be at White Chapel Memorial Garden in Troy, Michigan. WOODBINE FUNERAL HOME Directors, 615-832-1948. Still Family Owned.


 


 

SMITH MAGDALINE JUNE 

for friends will be Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the West Altamonte Chapel of the Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home. Please sign and view the guestbook at: www.baldwinfairchild.com Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home, 622 W. St. Rt. 436 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701. Ph: (407) 869-6065


 


 

SMITH ROBERT C 

Beloved husband of the late Betty Smith. Dear father of Levi (Barbara) Smith, Bobette (Byron) Siegel and Elizabeth Smith. Loving grandfather of Noah, Chelsea and Asa Smith, and Matthew, Steve and Lindsey Siegel. Devoted son of the late Barney and the late Marion Fenton Smith. Brother of the late Craig Smith, the late Milton Smith and the late Lois Robinson. He will be missed by his companions Cyndie Spencer and Isabel D'Angelo and his many friends. MEMORIAL SERVICES 1 P.M. SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT TEMPLE BETH EL, 7400 TELEGRAPH RD., BLOOMFIELD HILLS. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL (248) 569-0020. www.irakaufman.com


 


 

SPREITZER CLARENCE HENRY 

at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m. Saturday vistitation at St. Kenneth Catholic Church, 14951 Haggerty, Plymouth at 9 a.m. until his Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Memorials may be made in his honor to the American Diabetes Association.


 


 

STANIEVICH JOHN 

Age 92. Beloved husband of Aldona. Dear father of John (Maria), George (Karen), Christine and the late Robert. Loving grandfather of John, Robert, Rebecca (Jason) Viola and Joseph. Dear brother of Rev. J. Walter Stanievich. Visiting Saturday and Sunday 3-9 p.m. Rosary Sunday 7:30 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (btw 6-7 Mile). In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at Divine Providence Church. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.


 


 

STOIKO WALTER 

Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile (NW corner of 18 and Ryan), Communal Rosary Sunday 6:30 p.m. followed by Parish Prayers at 7 p.m. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church, Ryan Rd., just South of 11 Mile in Warren.


 


 

SUTTON WARD H 

64, of Harbor Beach, formerly of Ferndale, died January 20, 2009. Dear husband of Kathryn. Beloved father of Ward H., Ruthanee, and Jake. Walled Lake High School graduate, veteran of the US Navy. Cremation has taken place. Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach, MI.


 


 

Sandra E. (Davison) Mattson

Friday, January 23, 2009 3:33 AM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Sandra E. (Davison) Mattson, 72, of Ontonagon, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at Maple Manor Nursing Center. 


 


 

Sarah Cleo Wood Jan. 17, 2009

Sarah Cleo Wood of Belmont, MI, formerly of Monroe, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Metron Nursing Home in Cedar Springs, MI. Sarah was born in Goins, TN the daughter of the late Leonard and Margaret (Mason) Evans.


 


 

Scott A. Ferguson Jan. 19, 2009

Scott A. Ferguson, 96, of Monroe died at 1:05 p.m. Monday at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. 


 


 

Scott Albert Ferguson April 11, 1912-Jan. 19, 2009

Scott Albert Ferguson, 96, of Monroe died at 1:05 p.m. Monday at the Lutheran Home, Monroe, where he had been for the last 10 days. He had been in poor health for 1 year and seriously ill for 4 weeks.Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m.


 


 

Stacy Edward Bradish

Friday, January 23, 2009 10:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Stacy Edward Bradish, age 42, of Tallahassee, Fla., died unexpectedly Jan. 21, 2009. Funeral arrangements are pending. 


 


 

TINSKEY MARCELLA 

Age 88, January 18, 2009, formerly of Taylor. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Loving mother of Sharon (Ron) Mozdzierz. Also survived by her granddaughter, Nicole (Don) Borieo and her great-granddaughter, Amanda. In state at the Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard), Friday 3:00-9:00 p.m. and at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church, Taylor, Saturday 9:30 a.m. until Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Entombment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Rosary Friday 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Please visit on-line guest book at www.martenson.com


 


 

TRUBIANO GRACE A 

2-8 p.m. Sunday at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Rd., New Baltimore with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service. In state 9:30 a.m. Monday until time of liturgy at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Queen of Creation Church, 50931 Maria, New Baltimore. 


 


 

Thelma Strauss

Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thelma Strauss, 79, of Saline, formerly of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 at Saline Evangelical Home. She was born April 28, 1929 in Mosherville to Ward and Edith (Pearl) Wright. She was married on March 28, 1947 to Charles Strauss and he preceded her in death in 1991. Thelma is survived by her son, Charles "Dick" Strauss of Clinton; a sister, Feldra Gregory of Hillsdale; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, five sisters and three brothers. Funeral services for Thelma Strauss will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Interment will follow at  Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation at 11 a.m. Saturday until the time of the funeral service at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to Saline Evangelical Home. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Thomas Lynn Weston

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Thomas MacDonald

MacDONALD, Thomas Wayne - Of Flint, formerly of Fenton, passed away Monday, January 19, 2009. Services will be held 2PM Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Grace Lutheran Church, 2526 Corunna Rd., Flint, Pastor Walter J. Oelhafen officiating. The family will receive friends 11AM Thursday until time of service at church. Memorial donations may be made to Grace Lutheran Church. Online condolences or tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Thomas Macdonald

MacDONALD, Thomas Wayne - Of Flint, formerly of Fenton, passed away Monday, January 19, 2009. Services will be held 2PM Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Grace Lutheran Church, 2526 Corunna Rd., Flint, Pastor Walter J. Oelhafen officiating. The family will receive friends 11AM Thursday until time of service at church. Memorial donations may be made to Grace Lutheran Church. Thomas was born January 19, 1969 in Flint, the son of Terry MacDonald and Janet Schwarz. He had lived in Fenton most of his life, graduating from Fenton High School in 1987 and also attended Saginaw Valley State University. Surviving are his 2 daughters, Samantha and Alyssa of Swartz Creek; father and stepmother, Terry and Margaret MacDonald of Flint; mother and stepfather, Janet and Larry Wilson of Fenton; grandfather, Wayne MacDonald of Fenton; brother, Jeff MacDonald and wife, Anne of Oakridge, TN; nephew, Taylor MacDonald of Oakridge, TN. Online condolences or tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Thomas McGrath

McGRATH, Thomas Alan, Sr. - Age 45, of Burton, died Sunday, January 18, 2009 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint, Rev. Sarah LaRose-Nettell officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Wednesday from 1-9:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Thomas A. McGrath Memorial Fund. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

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FREDERICK K. WUERTH, 70, of Traverse City, passed away Jan. 6, 2009, at Birchwood Nursing Center.Graveside services will take place at Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens in the spring, at which time arrangements will be announced.The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City.


 


 

VICTOR JOSEPHINE M 

begins at 9 a.m. Memorial Tributes to National Kidney Foundation of Michigan. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com


 


 

VOYTOVICH NICHOLAS 

January 22, 2009. Beloved husband of Pauline. Dear father of Nancy (Randy) Wilson and the late Paul Jon Voytovich. Brother of Andy (Marcy), Steve (Betty), Kelly (Lou), Helen Antonishak, Anna (Bill) Saxby and Martha Schmalzel. Grandfather of Brianna, Eric and Christopher. Preceded in death by his sister Mary Nowak and two brothers John and Michael Voytovich. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (W. of Ann Arbor Trail), Sunday 1-9 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Priscilla Catholic Church, 19120 Purlingbrook Rd., (between Middlebelt and Merriman) until time of Mass 10 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com


 


 

Virginia Lindeman

• Virginia "Ginny" Lindeman, 70, of Manistee, died Jan. 19. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

WARHOL RITA FRANCES (NEE HOWELL) 

Age 88, passed away on January 21, 2009. She is survived by her daughters, Fran Hocking, Carol (Edward) Uchwal; grandchildren Lori Uchwal, Deborah (Mark) Cooper, John (Elizabeth) Cooper; great-grandchildren, Grace Gilmore, Reed Gilmore, Nicholas Cooper, and Alexander Cooper. A Memorial Service will be held privately. Memorials may be made in her name to the American Heart Association. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com


 


 

WARNER DELL Dear 

mother of Michael (Tandy) Small and Mark (the late Carol) Small. Loving grandmother of Emily Small, Adam Small, Tiffany (Erik) Elie and Bradley (Rebecca) Small. Devoted great-grandmother of Sloan and Sabrina. Dearest sister of the late Albert Warren, the late Harold Warren, and the late Philip Warren. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. SERVICES FRIDAY 2 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000. INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT THE ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com


 


 

WEBER VIVIAN 

Friday January 22, 2009, 1-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth, Redford, MI 48239. Funeral Saturday, January 23, 2009, in state 10:00 a.m. with an 11:00 a.m. Service at Grace Lutheran Church, 25630 Grand River, Redford, MI 48240. Please leave the family a message at www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com


 


 

Willard Van Singel, 90

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 4:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Willard J. Van Singel, age 90, a citizen of the Greatest Generation, died on Monday, January 19, 2009.  He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 61 years, Jane; his sisters, Gladys Alles, Jeanette Elzinga; and his brother, Robert Van Singel.  Willard is survived by his children, Karen (Dan) Van Zalen, Mary (Tom) Niewiek, John (Linda) Van Singel, Gordon (Anne) Van Singel; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; his brothers, Harris (Connie) Van Singel, Gordon (Tena) Van Singel; his sister-in-law, Gertrude (Russ) Fifer.  He is also survived by his loving wife, Josephine DeJong Van Singel, and enjoyed having a second family in the DeJong children.  Willard was born July 4, 1918, a child of The First World War, whose character was shaped by the Great Depression and by service to his country during The Second World War in the European Theatre.  Willard was a son of Byron Center and always had a strong desire to give back to his community.  Willard joined the small staff of Byron Center State Bank in 1938.  For 56 years as a community banker, he took great delight in helping local families and businesses get established and prosper.  Due to his dedication and leadership, including decades as President, the bank grew from a three person office to a nationally recognized community bank.  In his retirement years he continued to find opportunities to contriubite to the development of his beloved community.  He had the pleasure of watching the progression of the Van Singel Farms development.  Willard and Jane donated property on which his alma mater, Byron Center High School, could build its new building; which, in turn, became a catalyst to upgrade facilities throughout the Byron Center School District.  We wish to express sincere appreciation to Willard's caregivers.  The staff at Metro Health Hospital, especially ER and Level Four, expertly cared for Willard and his family.  The staff at Railside Living Center readily welcomed him into their family and he often spoke of their kindness,  and Mary Woltjer, with her tender devotion, has been a true blessing to Willard and Jo.  A time for relatives and friends to visit with Willard's family will be  from  2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at  Cook Funeral Home in Byron Center, 2067  84th St. SW.  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Heritage Christian Reformed Church, 3089  84th St. SW.  In honor of Willard, contributions may be made to South Christian High School or Byron Community Ministries.  The family welcomes memories and messages in their guestbook online at www.cookfuneralservices .com. 


 


 

William Beach, 88

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 5:29 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William Chester Beach, 88, of LaPorte, Indiana, died Wednesday, January 14, 2009, in Jacksonville, Florida after a week-long illness. He was born in Holland, Michigan on November 30, 1920.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Jane Frances (Moorman) Beach, who passed away in 2002.   One of six children, his early life revolved around church (Hope Reformed Church), education and music.  Through his formative years he developed a fascination with aviation.   He soloed in a Taylorcraft airplane the same year as his high school graduation in 1938 and later served as a PBY pilot in the U.S. Navy during World War II.   After being honorably discharged from the Navy, he graduated from Purdue University with a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1947.  He chose work as an engineer keeping him close to his wife and children in lieu of going into commercial aviation. Later, he became a corporate pilot; later still, he managed the LaPorte Municipal Airport retiring in 1993.  He was a member of the LaPorte Aero Club.  Survivors include two sons and two daughters, Jerry William Beach of LaPorte, IN, Barbara Lynn (Dr. Doug Rice) Beach of Livermore, CO, Kathleen Jane (Ben) Brown of Columbia, TN, and Eric Jon (Linda) Beach of Greenwood, IN; a sister, Charmian (Lubbert) Van Dellen of Eustis, FL; and five grandchildren, Adam T. (Kandice Rawlings) Chudzynski of Highland Park, NJ, Scott William (Jessica) Brown of San Antonio, TX, Christopher P. Brown of Columbia, TN, Jason E. Beach and Tyler J. Beach of Greenwood, IN.  His favorite organizations were the LaPorte Aero Club and Salvation Army.  There will be a memorial service 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 at the Cutler Funeral Home in La Porte, IN, with burial in the Pilgrim Home Cemetery in Holland at a later time.  The family will receive friends from 4–7 p.m. Friday, January 23, 2009 at the Cutler Funeral Home.  To view or sign Bill's online memorial, log onto www.legacy.com.


 


 

William Macicak, 76

Thursday, January 22, 2009 4:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

William “Bill” E. Macicak, 76, of Holland, died Thursday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home. 


 


 

William Natsis

Natsis, William F. "Bill" Wyoming, Michigan Formerly of Bay City Mr. Natsis passed away Monday, January 19, 2009 at Rose Garden Home in Grandville, MI. He was born July 20, 1921 in Bay City. Funeral Arrangements are incomplete at this time. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesday's edition of the paper by the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. gephartfuneralhome.com


 


 

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Wilma Stepp, 95

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 5:33 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wilma Stepp, 95, passed away on 1/19/09, at Harbors Health Facility of Douglas.  Wilma was preceded in death by her husband, Otis Stepp.  She is survived by her children, Sherri Tucker of Milwaukee, WI, Jerry and Doris Seidelman of Titusville, FL, and John and Susan Seidelman of Holland;  several grandchildren.  

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