Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 2/03/09


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Amber Elizabeth Russell-Dixon, 30

Amber Elizabeth Russell-Dixon, 30, of Bellaire, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at her home. 


 


 

Andrew Manard Oct. 15, 1924-Jan. 28, 2009

Andrew James (Jim) Manard passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 28, 2009 in Vero Beach, Florida after struggling for several years with Alzheimer's disease.


 


 

Angela L. Miller Sept. 2, 1983-Jan. 27, 2009

Angela L. Miller, age 25 of Monroe, left this world Tuesday January 27, 2009 and entered the arms of her loving father Jesus. Cremation has taken place at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, LaSalle. Her family will receive visitors from 1 - 4 p.m.


 


 

Anne M. Bishop

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Arthur L. Steinman 

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


 


 

Aubert, Raymond Henry *

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BAILEY SOPHIE 

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BALICKI MARY 

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BRISSON ELEANOR M (NEE REIDEL) 

Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Wednesday, in state 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace, 20955 Bournemouth (E. of Harper and N. of 7 Mile) until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions in Eleanor's honor would be greatly appreciated to the American Heart Association or to the American Lung Association. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

Barbara A. Wittekind

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Basil Andrew Naganashe, 69

Basil Andrew Naganashe, 69, of Mount Pleasant, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at Central Michigan Community Hospital.


 


 

Berdena Vanden Bosch, 86

Monday, February 2, 2009 2:30 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Berdena Vanden Bosch, 86, of Zeeland, died Monday, Feb. 2, 2009. Arrangements will be announced by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. www.yntemafh.com  


 


 

Betty M. (Collins) Smith

Sunday, February 1, 2009 12:17 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Betty M. (Collins) Smith, age 79, formerly of Mendon, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009 at her home in La Grange, Ind. where she has resided the past three years. She was born in Lansing on Aug. 27, 1929, the daughter of Fred and Grace (Walker) Collins, and later graduated from Union City High School. Betty was married to Carlton “Bud” Bush and they were later divorced.  Betty was married to Robert W. Smith on Nov. 13, 1971 in Angola, Ind. They resided in Coldwater before moving to Mendon. She attended St. Edward and St. Barbara Catholic Churches. Betty was a homemaker and was frequently a driver for the Amish community. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family. Betty is survived by a son, Christopher Bush of Sturgis; three step-children, Robert Smith, Jr. of Coldwater, Judy Wyatt of Angola, Ind., and Christine Bradley of Union City; 16 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three sisters in law, Mae Collins of Thousand Palms, CA, Joan Collins of Union City, and Marian Cazier of Augusta. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Bob in 2001; three brothers, Bruce, Dick, and Kenneth Collins; two sisters, Elaine MacDonald and Margaret Arbogast; a son, Eric Bush, and three daughters, Jane Rios, Carla Butchbaker, and Gayle Brubaker. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1-5 p.m. at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon where the Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. The funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2, 2009 at St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon with Rev. Father James Vinh Le officiating. Cremation will follow services. Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association, or the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.


 


 

Betty M. Smith

Saturday, January 31, 2009 1:57 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Betty M. (Collins) Smith, age 79, formerly of Mendon, Mich., died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at her home in La Grange, Ind., where she resided the past three years. She was born Aug. 27, 1929, in Lansing, Mich., a daughter of Fred and Grace (Walker) Collins, and later graduated from Union City High School.  Betty was married to Carlton “Bud” Bush, and they were later divorced.  On Nov. 13, 1971, Betty married Robert W. Smith  in Angola, Ind.  They resided in Coldwater before moving to Mendon.  Here she attended St. Edward and St. Barbara Catholic churches.  Betty was a homemaker and was frequently a driver for the Amish community. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family. Betty is survived by a son, Christopher Bush of Sturgis; three stepchildren, Robert Smith Jr. of Coldwater, Judy Wyatt of Angola, Ind., and Christine Bradley of Union City; 16 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Mae Collins of Thousand Palms, Calif., Joan Collins of Union City, and Marian Cazier of Augusta.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob in 2001; three brothers, Bruce, Dick, and Kenneth Collins; two sisters, Elaine MacDonald and Margaret Arbogast; a son, Eric Bush; and three daughters, Jane Rios, Carla Butchbaker, and Gayle Brubaker. The family will receive friends from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon where the rosary will be recited at 5 p.m.   The funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Monday,  at St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon with Rev. Father James Vinh Le officiating.  Cremation will follow services. Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association or the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Beverly Ann King

Monday, February 2, 2009 10:02 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Beverly Ann King, age 50, of Somerset passed away on Jan. 31, 2009, at her home. She was born on Dec. 11, 1958 in Deols, Indre, France, to George and Ida (Gaspar) Lamb. She married Carl F. King, Jr. on Aug. 13, 1983, in Norfolk, Va., and he survives. Beverly was raised in Livermore, Calif., then she lived in New York and then in France. She lived in the Somerset area since 1986.  She graduated from Granada High School in Livermore, Calif., in 1976. She served in the United States Navy from 1981-1985, and was one of the first women to be put on a Naval ship. She was a member of St. Mary On The Lake Catholic Church in Manitou Beach. She enjoyed sewing and crafts. Surviving, besides her husband, Carl, are three sons, Justin D. King, Greg A. King of Somerset, Bill L. King of Sun Valley, Calif.; one daughter, Brittany N. King of Somerset; her mother, Ida Lamb of Livermore, Calif.; two brothers, George Lamb of Livermore, Calif., Larry Lamb of Tampa, Fla.; one sister, Mary Feldman of China, Calif., her father- and mother-in-law, Carl F. and Shirley King, Sr. of Harrison, Mich.; nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, George Lamb, and one brother, Michael Lamb. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor David Luke, officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, 2009. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary On The Lake Catholic Church. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Beverly Jean Shearer

Thursday, January 29, 2009 2:13 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Beverly Jean Shearer, 53, of Boca Raton, Fla., and formerly of Stroh, Ind., died Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at her residence. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Monday at the Stroh Church of Christ where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday.  Burial will be in Wright Cemetery in Stroh. Arrangements are being handled by Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind.  


 


 

Beverly King

KING, BEVERLY ANN- Age 50, of Somerset, passed away on January 31, 2009 at her home. She was born on December 11, 1958 in Deols, Indre, France to George and Ida (Gaspar) Lamb. She married Carl F. King, Jr. on August 13, 1983 in Norfolk, Virginia, and he survives. Beverly was raised in Livermore, CA, then she lived in New York and then in France. She lived in the Somerset area since 1986. She graduated from Granada High School in Livermore, CA in 1976. She was in the United States Navy from 1981 to 1985, and she was one of the first women to be put on a Naval ship. She was a member of St. Mary On The Lake Catholic Church in Manitou Beach. She enjoyed sewing and crafts. Surviving besides her husband, Carl are three sons, Justin D. King, Greg A. King of Somerset, Bill L. King of Sun Valley, CA; one daughter, Brittany N. King of Somerset; her mother, Ida Lamb of Livermore, CA; two brothers, George Lamb of Livermore, CA, Larry Lamb of Tampa, FL; one sister, Mary Feldman of China, CA; her father and mother-in-law, Carl F. and Shirley King, Sr. of Harrison, MI; nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, George Lamb; and one brother, Michael Lamb. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 7, 2009 at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor David Luke officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, February 6, 2009. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary On The Lake Catholic Church. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com. www.MLive.com/obits


 


 

Brian Eugene Gillentine

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 9:42 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Brian Eugene Gillentine of Adrian, age 30, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 29, 2009. He was born Oct. 23, 1978, to Sharon and Robert Gillentine. Brian is survived by his girlfriend, Devin Pickford of Hudson; two beautiful children, Grayson, 8 months, and Alyssa, 11; his father, Robert Gillentine; two brothers, Shawn Gillentine and Robby Gillentine; a sister, Ashton Deleon; his grandmother, Geri Echler; and his aunts, uncles, and many cousins and friends, who loved him dearly.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Sharon Gillentine; grandparents, James and Ethel Smith; uncle, James Smith; and his grand­­­­father, Paul Gillentine. Brian was a loving father and a hard worker. He was an organ donor. He loved to cook, play video games, watch the Pittsburgh Steelers play and he was a great tattoo artist. Brian will be greatly missed and always loved by his family and friends. Funeral services for Brian will be held on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. James M. Yeutter officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Brian Gillentine. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Brian James Wampler July 22, 1969-Jan. 27, 2009

Brian James Wampler, 39, of Clinton Township, formerly of Monroe, passed away Tuesday, January 27 at 11:00 p.m. at home. He graduated from Monroe Catholic Central High School. He was a veteran of the Military Service. 


 


 

Brown, Michael D. *

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CARINGI REMO NINO 

age 84 of Commerce Twp., formerly of Detroit, January 31, 2009. Survived by his beloved wife, Angeline (nee Scarpone); children, Joseph, Tom (Paula), Angela Caringi, Karen (Gary) Freida, Rich (Sherry); five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Also survived by his brothers, August (Betty), Mario (Rosalie); sister, Maria (Frank) Fortuna; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and loving friends. Funeral Mass and Military Honors will be held at Church of The Holy Spirit, 3700 N. Harvey Lake Rd., Highland, Friday, February 6th at 10 a.m. Fr. Leo Lulko officiating. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Wednesday 5-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Thursday 7 p.m. Memorials made to the Capuchin Franciscian Province of St. Joseph in Detroit appreciated. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit


 


 

COYLE HONORABLE JAMES P 

Friday 4-8 p.m. at Life Story Funeral Homes, Betzler-Kalamazoo, (800) 822-7594. Mass Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas More Parish. Memorials to Alzheimer's Association. Archive a memory/photo online at 


 


 

Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera

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


 


 

Cathern Yensch Feb. 1, 2009

Cathern Yensch, 66, of Monroe died at 8:30 p.m. Sunday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

Charles N. Wilkes

Thursday, January 29, 2009 12:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charles Nathan Wilkes, 79, of Hudson, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at home. He was born Oct. 18, 1929, in Frederick, Mich., the son of Gene and Mary (Swartz) Wilkes.  He retired from General Motors after 32 years of service in the Flint area. He married Della Faye Marshall on Aug. 8, 1987, in Litchfield. She survives. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and the special  memories he shared with grandchildren, Michael (Beth) Fowler, Nathan (Mayallen) Fowler, David Anthony Fowler and Latisha Fowler who lived close by while they were growing up.  He attended Life Tabernacle Church in Hillsdale.  Charles is survived by his wife, Della, five children, Donald (Marilyn) Moore of Cordova, Tenn., David (Sara) Moore of Comanchie, Texas, Christine Cole, John Moore and Olivia Wilkes all of Hudson; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and special nephew Bob (Donna) Hastings of Milicoh, Minn.  He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Bessie Wilkes and sister-in-law, Ressie Rearick.  Funeral services for Charles will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with Brother Steven Skiba officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.  View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.  


 


 

Christine Barnum, 82

Christine Barnum, 82, of Charlevoix, died Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. 


 


 

Church, Rhea L. *

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Clarence Bernard 'Kelly' Lorenson

Wednesday, January 28, 2009 3:23 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Clarence Bernard "Kelly" Lorenson, 93, of 751 E. Ayer St., Ironwood, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at home in the company of family and friends. 


 


 

Culver, Shirley Jean *

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Curtis L. 'Curt' Levra

Wednesday, January 28, 2009 3:27 AM 

PENCE, Wis. -- Curtis L. "Curt" Levra, 50, of Pence, died unexpectedly Saturday morning, Jan. 24, 2009, in his home in Pence.


 


 

DERNBERGER JOHN J 

Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak Street, Wyandotte (734) 285-9000. Funeral Service Wednesday, in state 9:30 a.m. with Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Wyandotte. 


 


 

DUDZIK GEORGE S 

on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 24800 Phlox. Share your special thoughts and memories at


 


 

David M. Forbes

Saturday, January 31, 2009 3:01 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

David Malcolm Forbes, 68, passed away Jan. 29, 2009, at his home in Litchfield. David was born in Beckenham, England, June 14, 1940, to Doris (Akers) and Richard Forbes. He was formerly an advertising executive, an apartment manager, and an artist. Surviving are his wife, Patricia (Ferry) of Litchfield; brother, John (Brenda); sisters, Valerie Hill, Pauline Forbes, Jeanne (Victor) Mollo, Jacqueline (Daniel) Keown; sons, Daniel and Dominic (Vicky) Forbes; daughter, Claire (Michael) King; and four grandchildren, Samuel, Stephen, Laura, and Katie King, all residing in England. David was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Brian; a sister, Betty Balment, and a nephew, Ian Hills. David willed his body to Science Care Anatomical. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospitality House of S.W. Michigan, or Hospice of Hillsdale County.  


 


 

DePALMA GRAZIA 

Tuesday 5-9 p.m., Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Thursday, in state 10:00 a.m. at St. Linus Catholic Church, 6466 Evangeline (E. of Beech Daly btwn. Warren and Ford Rds.) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Entombment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

Delbert L. "Del" Teichow

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Delores Koetje

KOETJE, Delores B. Of Kalamazoo Passed away January 31, 2009 at Borgess Hospital. She was born May 23, 1924 in Muskegon to the late Andrew and Clara (Poel) Doorn. Delores was united in marriage on February 14, 1947, to William J Koetje, who survives. She was a member of Milwood Christian Reformed Church. Also surviving Delores are her children, Ronald (Dorothy) Koetje of Kalamazoo and Mary (Keith) Sipsma of Mattawan; four grandchildren, Wendy (Jason) Becker, James (Heather) Sipsma, Todd (Ashley) Koetje and Sarah Sipsma; great-grandchildren, Carter Heerema, Aidan Becker, Wyatt Becker, Preston Koetje and Natalie Sipsma; several brothers and sisters-in-law; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Gerard Doorn. The family will greet friends on Tuesday from 3-5 and 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th Street. Funeral services will take place Wednesday, 10:30 AM at Milwood Christian Reformed Church, 3306 Lovers Lane, Rev. James Sipsma, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Kalamazoo Christian Schools Association. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508.


 


 

Donald Goss

Goss, Donald Sr. Bay City, Michigan Mr. Goss passed away Friday evening January 30, 2009 at Bay Special Care Hospital. Age 74 years. Arrangements are incomplete at this time and a complete obituary will be announced in a later edition of the paper. 


 


 

Donald "DJ" Sheldon

Donald "DJ" Sheldon, of Ponshewaing, died Jan. 30, 2009, at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey.


 


 

Dorothy Zawislak

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 3:40 AM 

WAKEFIELD -- Dorothy Zawislak, 70, a resident of the Keen Ager Adult Foster Care Home in Wakefield for many years, died Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minn. 


 


 

Doyle J. Benedict

Friday, January 30, 2009 8:42 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Doyle J. Benedict, 91, of Hillsdale and former longtime Jonesville resident, passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at Country Living in Hillsdale.  He was born June 12, 1917 in Leroy, Mich. to Rev. Milton and Grace (Rohr Fairchild) Benedict. Doyle was married Sept. 7, 1941 to Katie Frazeur and she survives. Doyle was a 1934 graduate of Jonesville High School and a member of the Jonesville United Methodist Church. He was a member and Past Master of the Masonic Blue Lodge. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps serving during WWII. Surviving besides his wife Katie are three sons, James (Michelle) Benedict of Augusta, Ga., Frazeur (Anne) Benedict of Ocala, Fla. and Rev. Richard Benedict of Roswell, N.M.; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and brother, Keith (Jean) Benedict of Evansville, Ind. He was preceded in death by his parents, two daughters, Karolyn Kay and Janie Elizabeth and three brothers, Earl, Dr. Herbert and Ellis. Funeral services for Doyle Benedict will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Jonesville United Methodist Church with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10 - 11 a.m. Saturday morning until services at the Jonesville United Methodist Church. Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Memorial contributions are suggested to the United Methodist Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eagleuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Duane A. Montrie Dec. 21, 1935-Jan. 29, 2009

Duane A. Montrie, 73, of Erie, passed away January 29, 2009 at 8:30 p.m. in Concord Care Center, Toledo.


 


 

Duane A. Montrie Jan. 29, 2009

Duane A. Montrie, 73, of Erie died at 8:30 p.m. Thursday in Concord Care Center, Toledo. 


 


 

E. Elizabeth Spoelma

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EICHLER ALVIN P 

Beloved husband of the late Lilyan Eichler. Devoted brother of Saralee Segel and Lydia (Barton) Cohn. Brother-in-law of the late Nathan and the Sadye Tenebaum, the late Edward and the late Ida Greenbain, the late Louis Segel, and the late Shirley Fox. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. SERVICES 3 P.M. WEDNESDAY AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY.


 


 

ENGLER CHARLES MILL 

82 of South Lyon, January 31, 2009. A Navy veteran of WWII. Beloved husband of Florence. Father of Richard, Marilyn Case (Cliff), Ronald (Nancy), Robert (Jodi) and Patricia Engler. Brother of Robert Engler (Thelma) and the late William Engler. Grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of one. Private Memorial Service was held. Memorials in lieu of flowers to the Michigan Parkinson Foundation. A. J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2500. View obituary and share memories at


 


 

Edgar Duclos

Duclos, Edgar C. (Duke) Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Covenant Medical Center - Cooper. Age 95 years. Duke's complete obituary will be announced on Monday by the Wakeman Funeral Home, Inc., 1218 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw.


 


 

Edward VanTiflin

VanTiflin, Edward D. Saginaw, Michigan Beloved husband and father left this life on Sunday, February 01, 2009, at the Cartwright Care Center, in the presence of his family. Arrangements are incomplete and the full obituary will be in the Tuesday edition. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church or the Humane Society of the United States. Check www.casefuneralhome.com for information as it becomes available.


 


 

Edwin Paul Hodshire

Thursday, January 29, 2009 12:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Edwin Paul Hodshire Jan. 24, 1932 — Jan. 26, 2009 Edwin “Paul” Hodshire went home to be with his Lord Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, after a long battle of ill health and cancer. He was born Jan. 24, 1932, in Middletown, Ohio, to Edwin and Hazel (Forrest) Hodshire. On Oct. 15, 1960, he married Phyllis (Justice) Hodshire and she survives. He is also survived by seven children, Edwin (Kelly), David, Paula (John) Parney, Scott (Sally), Mark (Amy), Heidi and Jeremiah; 12 grandchildren; three step grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five step great-grandchildren; one brother, Bruce Hodshire of Scottsdale, Ariz.; three nieces and one nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Heather Dotten and one grandson, Sgt. Michael Paul Hodshire. Mr. Hodshire served his country in the Army, the Air Force and the Navy Reserves. He attended many trade schools and opened his own service garage. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Edwin Paul Hodshire will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31 with Pastor Brian Colby officiating. Interment will take place in the Camden Cemetery, Camden. The family will receive friends for visitation at the funeral home in Hillsdale 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Disabled American Veterans or to the American Cancer Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale  


 


 

Eleanore M. Robinson

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Elmer B. Stanko Jr.

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Elsie E. Pilarzyk

Wednesday, January 28, 2009 3:22 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Elsie E. Pilarzyk, 92, a longtime resident of Wakefield, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, Jan. 24, 2009, in Wakefield.


 


 

Eunice E. Bastian March 14, 1918-

Eunice E. Bastian, age 90, of Monroe passed away January 27, 2009 at The Lutheran Home of Monroe. Eunice was born on March 14, 1918 in Monroe to Oscar and Laura (Duby) Mexico. She married Melvin W. Bastian on January 12, 1939 by Rev.


 


 

FLANNERY GWEN 

Wednesday 5-8 p.m. with 7 p.m. prayers at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at Saint Dunstan Catholic Church, 1515 Belton (2 blocks west of Inkster, 2 blocks south of Ford Rd.).


 


 

FRIEDMAN MIRIAM LEVIN 

Age 91 of Detroit and St. Petersburg, FL. She is survived by the love of her life, Stanley B. Friedman, her husband of 66 years. Devoted mother of Joan (Lou) Slyker, Peggy (Peter Remington) Daitch, Margery (Bill) Lynch, and Rodger (Kiki Nelson) Friedman. Loving grandmother of Josh (Lisa) Daitch, Karen Daitch, Andrew Slyker, and James Lynch. Cherished sister of Joseph (Molly) Levin, Judith Levin (Bernard) Cantor, and the late Dr. Herbert (the late Marjorie Jackson Levin) Levin. SERVICES 12:30 THURSDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY.


 


 

Florence Levely

Florence Levely, 85, passed away at Botsford Hospital, Farmington Hills, on Jan. 20, 2009.


 


 

Frances Hallan, 90

Saturday, January 31, 2009 10:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frances Hallan, age 90, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland.  Fran was born in Terre Haute, IN, and  lived in Holland for the last 74 years. She graduated from Holland High School in 1936, attended Hope College for two years, and graduated from the University of Illinois in 1940 with a Bachelors Degree in Business. Fran was a longtime member of Hope Church. Fran was preceded in death by her husband, Jim, in 1981 after 40 years of marriage. Surviving are her children, Bobbi and Tom Frey of Glen Ellyn, IL, Sally Laukitis of Holland, and Jim and Beth Hallan of Okemos; eight grandchildren, Amy and Dennis Sidler, T.J. and Lisa Frey, Matt Frey, RJ Laukitis, Bill Laukitis, Mary and Chip Birkner, William and Michelle Hallan, and Claire Hallan; six great-grandchildren, Maddie, Cori, and Austin Frey, Ivie and Ryne  Sidler, and Elizabeth Birkner;  sister, Jeanne Prince of Macatawa and a brother-Bill and Abby Price of Holland; sisters-in-law, Jean Hazewinkel of Ramsey, MN, and Barbara Aubil of Moline, MI; several nephews, nieces, and cousins. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Hope Church, 77 West 11th Street, with Rev. Jill Russell officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Friday at Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd St. Memorial contributions may be made to Ekdal J. Buys Athletic Fund or Hope Church. For more information and an online registry, visit www.lifestorynet.com.  


 


 

Frank A. Ecker

Saturday, January 31, 2009 2:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frank Alvin Ecker, 84, of Sturgis, Mich.,passed awayJan. 29, 2009, at his home. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis.  


 


 

Frank D. Councell

Frank D. Councell, 81, of Live Oaks, Florida passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009 in Florida. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Freddie Dean Mathis Oct. 18, 1949-Feb. 1, 2009

Freddie Dean Mathis, age 59 of Monroe, Michigan died on Sunday, February 1, 2009 in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Carleton Chapel on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 from 2 to 8 PM.


 


 

GRUSZCZYNSKI LEONA 

Tuesday 5 to 9 p.m., Wednesday 1 to 9 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Scripture Service at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Mass of the Resurrection Thursday 10:00 a.m. at All Saints National Catholic Church at 5555 17 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights. Mrs. Gruszczynski will lie in state at church from 9:30 am until time of Mass.


 


 

GUINDI LOUISE ADDIE 

begins at 9:30 a.m. Memorial Tributes may be made to American Cancer Society. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com


 


 

GUTHERIE THOMAS A 

returned home to his heavenly father. He is survived by his loving wife Linda, his children Sara Ann (Eric), Thomas, Ellen (Troy), Peter (Luanne) and stepdaughter Shelly (Donny), ten grandchildren, his brother Melvin (Patricia) and his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and his sister Rosemary. Tom graduated from Plymouth High School in 1953 and from Albion College in 1957. Following graduation, he moved to Greensboro, Georgia, continuing the family lumber mill there. After his long career as President of Greensboro Lumber Company, he wrote several short stories and several novels. Tom was a servant of God, going on mission trips and serving in his church. He will be greatly missed. A service is planned for 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday February 3, 2009 at the New City Fellowship Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee.


 


 

Genevieve McCain

Saturday, January 31, 2009 1:56 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Genevieve McCain, age 96, formerly of Mendon, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at the Birch Adult Foster Care Home in Leonidas where she had resided the past six years.  She was born in Elkhart, Ind., n April 21, 1912, the daughter of Marvin and Erta (Reid) Brown.  She attended both Kalamazoo and Three Rivers schools.  Genevieve was married to Gordon McCain on March 25, 1931, in Goshen, Ind. They resided briefly in Three Rivers before moving to Mendon in 1940.  Genevieve was employed by the Mendon Company, and by the Ralph Jones and Walt Pyshko insurance agencies, all of Mendon.  She also served as the Mendon Village treasurer for many years.  Gen was a member of the National, State, and Mendon Grange #1513, and the Michigan Retired Teacher’s Association.  She was a member of the Mendon United Methodist Church and was active in the Golden Agers before moving to Leonidas. Genevieve is survived by three daughters and their spouses, Marlene and Dennis Sherman of Vicksburg, Alice and John Zinsmaster and Florence and Roger Stienbarger both of Mendon;  four grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; special friend, Marjorie Everson of Mendon; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins, including Marion Davenport of Three Rivers. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gordon in 1973; three brothers, Melvin, Kenneth, and Harwood Brown; three sisters, DeVere Wilhelm, Dorothy Baker and Clarice Gregory;  three grandchildren, Alan Stienbarger, Kenneth Zinsmaster, and Kathlene Bickel; two great-grandchildren, Jeremy Walter and Jamie Zinsmaster. The family will receive friends from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday with Rev. Ward Pierce, pastor of the Mendon & West Mendon United Methodist Churches officiating.  Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to either the Mendon United Methodist Church (Kitchen Fund) or the Three Rivers Health Hospice.  Online register and condolences may be sent to www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Georgia M. Roop July 27, 1925-Jan. 28, 2009

Georgia M. Roop, 83, of Monroe died at 1:45 p.m. Wednesday at her home. She had been in poor health for six years. Friends may call from 12 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home where services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday. Rev.


 


 

Gilbert, Mark Lynn

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Glen Hawley 'Joe' Carlson

Monday, February 2, 2009 2:12 AM 

BEREA, Ky. -- Glen Hawley "Joe" Carlson, 70, of Berea, and a former Ironwood, Mich., resident, died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, from injuries sustained in an automobile-motorcycle accident on Nov. 1, 2008, in Berea.


 


 

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Greta Welling

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HOFFMAN GILBERT JOSEPH SR 

Age 92 of Rochester Hills, January 31, 2009. Loving husband of the late Catherine. Dear father of Margaret (Steven) Sheeran, Gilbert, Jr. (Vicki) Hoffman, Mary Catherine (Duane) Pauley, David Hoffman, Patricia Paloulian and Julie (Paul) Mays. Grandfather of Stephen and Michael Sheeran, Todd and Chris Hoffman, Kimberly Conrad, Kandice Cosbitt, Jason Kenney and Jeffrey, Jennifer and Chantal Hoffman. Survived by eight great grandchildren. Brother of Frank Hoffman and the late Martina English, Dorothy Dean, Anthony and Norbert Hoffman. Funeral Mass Thursday, February 5, 2009 11 a.m. with an in state time of 10:30 a.m. at St. Michaels Catholic Church, 120 Lewis Street, Pontiac. The family will receive friends Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Memorials to American Heart Association or American Cancer Association. Online guestbook


 


 

HOSKIN JOHN JAMES 

Tuesday from 4 - 9 p.m. at PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME, 122 West Lake Street (Ten Mile), South Lyon. Funeral Mass February 4, Wednesday, 11 a.m. with final visitation at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 830 Lafayette, South Lyon. Online guestbook 


 


 

Hannah Vander Meulen

VANDER MEULEN - Hannah Virginia (Henderson) Vander Meulen, aged 85, of Jenison, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, February 2, 2009. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4145 Chicago Dr., Grandville. Interment Floral View Memorial Gardens. Relatives and friends may meet her family at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8:00 p.m. A complete obituary will be placed in Wednesday's paper. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com. Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf


 


 

Harbert Taylor Elliott

Thursday, January 29, 2009 12:16 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Harbert Taylor Elliott Aug. 18, 1924 — Jan. 25, 2009 Harbert Taylor Elliott, 84, of Hudson, formerly of Jackson, passed away Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at Heartland Health Care Center in Jackson. He was born Aug. 18, 1924, in Battle Creek, the son of Elliott and Pearl (Darring) Taylor. Harbert married Arlene Mae Garwood on June 22, 1946, in Jackson.  She survives.  He worked for Walker Muffler in Jackson for over 32 years.  He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during WW II.  Harbert was a big fan of auto racing, both as a participant and a spectator.  His favorite driver was Bill Elliott.  His other hobbies include golfing, fishing, being outdoors and watching John Wayne movies.  He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports and riding around in his Cadillac with his family. Harbert is survived by his wife, Arlene; six children, Taylor “Lee” (Tammy) Elliott of Jackson, James (Mary) Elliott, Kathleen (Ted Kopp) Bunting all of Hudson, Mikel (Kim) Elliott of Hillsdale, Christine (Carl) Stoyk of Hudson, Joseph (Karin) Elliott of Osseo; 17 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents; sons, David Dean Elliott and William Elliott; granddaughter, January Elliott and grandson, Scott Elliott.  Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29 at Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Clyde L. Wonders officiating. Full military honors will be conducted by Hannan-Colvin Post 180 American Legion of Hudson. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. prior to the service.  View this obituary and send condolences to the family www.brownvanhemert.com.   


 


 

Harry Walter Watkins

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Helen E. Nanasy

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Helen F. Sontag 

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


 


 

Hessel Yonker, 85

Monday, February 2, 2009 5:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hessel “Hess” Yonker, age 85, of Burnips, died Sunday, February 1, 2009, at his home.  Hess was a veteran of the Navy, serving in World War II on the Pacific Coast Front. He was a Bible League Ambassador for several years and worked for Colonial Manufacturing for 17 years and Herman Miller for 19 years. Hess also worked as a part-time farmer. He was a lifelong member of Bentheim Reformed Church where he served in the consistory.  Hess is survived by his wife of 64 years, Myrtle; daughter, Sandra and Lee Hoeve of Burnips; three grandchildren, Ann and Keith Walters of Holland, Jeff and Carie Hoeve of Holland and Amy and Matt Tanis of Hudsonville; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Arnold and Marianne Yonker of Zeeland; in-laws, Arlene Yonker of Bentheim, Lou Palmbos of Hudsonville, Jennie DeRidder of Grand Rapids and LaVerne Lampen of Hudsonville; and many nieces and nephews.  Funeral services for Hess will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at Bentheim Reformed Church. The Reverend Ronald VerWys will officiate. Burial will be in Bentheim Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday at  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Holland. An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.


 


 

Hilda Leora (Thompson) SanCraint Oct. 10, 1914-Jan. 29, 2009

Born October 10, 1914, in Pleasant City, Ohio, she was the daughter of John P. and Flossie (Hoskins) Thompson, and a 1932 graduate of Newton Falls High School.


 


 

Hoy D. Betts

Saturday, January 31, 2009 2:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hoy D. Betts, 83, of Sun City, Ariz., died Jan. 16, 2009, at his home. He is survived by his wife, Donna; daughters, Cheri Stephenson and Linda Howard; grandchildren, Bo and Holly Howard and sister, Ila Merillat. Cards may be sent to Donna Betts, 12415 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ 85351.


 


 

Hugo P. Bagozzi

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 9:42 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hugo P. Bagozzi, 86, passed away Feb. 1, 2009, at Oakwood Hospital. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

JAKUBISZEN CECILIA B (KINNEY) 

at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800, Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Scripture Service Wednesday at 7 p.m. In state at St. Fabian Church, 32200 W. Twelve Mile Farmington Hills, Thursday 9:30 a.m. until the funeral liturgy at 10 a.m. Donations can be made to the Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliot, Detroit MI.48207 On line sympathy message at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com


 


 

JOHNSTON ELVIRA 

Age 84, February 1, 2009. Beloved wife of the late William. Dear mother of Robert (Barbara), Richard (Beth), Susanne (Jerry) Schoenfeldt and Ruth (Gary) Williams. Loving grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of six. Family will receive friends Tuesday 5-8 p.m., Wednesday 2-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak. Please share a memory with the family at


 


 

JULVEZAN NANCY J

Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Wednesday 9 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Mass at Church of the Divine Child, 1055 N. Silvery Lane at Wilson, Dearborn.


 


 

James Tilton

Tilton, James F. Bay City, Michigan Mr. Tilton passed away Thursday, January 29, 2009 at his residence in Leesburg, Florida, age 74 years. Funeral Services are being planned for Friday and a complete obituary will be announced in Tuesday's edition of the paper. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. on Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m.


 


 

Janet Marie (DeWitt) Bourassa, 60

Janet Marie Bourassa, of Hayes Township, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009.


 


 

Joan L. Wallace

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 9:41 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joan L. Wallace, age 63, of Tecumseh passed away Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at the University of Michigan Hospital. She was born on Oct. 19, 1945, in Detroit, Mich., to Wilfred and Ethel (McKenzie) Cameron. Joan participated in the YFU Foreign Exchange Program and the Foster Care Program. Joan is survived by her two sons, Dirk Wallace and his wife, Audra, and Marc Wallace and his wife, Linda, both of Tecumseh. She is also survived by her three grandchildren, Ryan, Marissa and Hayden. Joan was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Karen, and her brother, Roger. Memorial services will be held Friday, Feb. 6, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, 1448 Short St., Tecumseh. Visitation will be held on Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Private interment of cremains will take place at a later date. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.


 


 

Joel Carmichael, 49

Monday, February 2, 2009 5:10 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

“I will lift up my eyes to the hills-from whence comes my help? My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:1, 2. Joel Dee Carmichael of Holland unexpectedly passed away  Saturday, January 31, 2009. Born September 15, 1959, he was preceded in death by his father, Richard Carmichael. He is survived by his loving, abiding mother, Mary Carmichael;  his first wife, friend and  mother of his children, Connie Carmichael; by his son, Andrew Curtis, the best son any parent could have. They shared many great times as Joel coached Andy's basketball and baseball teams. He is also survived his beautiful daughter, Kelsey Catherine, who made him so proud. He loved watching her play basketball and perform with the dance team. Joel is also survived by special friend, Jennifer McFarland; her children, Corey, Chelsea;  granddaughter, Maya; his brothers, Randall, Richard, and David Carmichael and their wives;  nieces, nephews and friends. Joel will be remembered for his love of his kids and family, dogs of all kinds, and the work he contributed to Habitat for Humanity. Visitation will be at Our Lady of the Lake, 480 152nd Ave., Holland, on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. Memorial service  will be at Parkside Bible Church, 14461 James Street, Holland on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be to the Andrew and Kelsey Carmichael College Fund through any branch of Macatawa Bank, or to  Harbor Humane Society in Spring Lake.  


 


 

John Conrad Venier Dec. 31, 1965-Jan. 29, 2008

John Conrad Venier, age 43, of Gibraltar, died January 29, 2009 in his home. Friends may call from 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. Saturday at the Ford Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 23620 N. Huron River Dr.


 


 

John Spykman, 81

Monday, February 2, 2009 5:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John Spykman, age 81, of Holland, died Sunday, February 1, 2009, at his home. John was a beloved brother, uncle, cousin, friend, and former teacher. He was a faithful, caring presence in the lives of others and a devoted servant of God. Born in Holland, he graduated from Holland Christian High School and Calvin College, and was a U.S. Navy Seabee during World War II. He served on the staff of Muskegon Christian School for 31 years. John was preceded in death by his brother, Gordon Spykman; and brother-in-law, Reuben Otten. Survivors include his sister, Deana Otten of Holland; sister-in-law, Eleanor Spykman of Grand Rapids; nieces and nephews, Fred and Ruth Otten of Holland, Gretchen and Dave Wolters of Zeeland, Eunice and Rich Schippers of Holland, Chuck and Tammy Otten of Zeeland, Steve and Nancy Spykman of Grand Haven, Rick and Rhonda Spykman of Lafayette, IN, Don and Chris Spykman of Cascade, Gary and Sarah Spykman of Keene, NH, Eve and Pete Clayton of Grand Rapids; and close cousins Henry and Jennie Ten Brink and Bernie and Dena Klompmaker, of Holland. Funeral and committal services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, February 4, at Central Avenue Christian Reformed Church, 259 Central Ave., Holland, with Rev. Chad Steenwyk officiating. Visitation at the church one hour before the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Holland Christian Schools. Arrangements by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. Burial at Pilgrim Home Cemetery. An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.  


 


 

Joseph Stanifer April 24, 1919-Jan. 28, 2009

Joseph Robert Stanifer, 89, of Harrogate, Tennessee died in the Middlesboro Appalachian Regional Hospital in Middlesboro, Kentucky on Wednesday January 28, 2009.Born in Harrogate, Tennessee on April 24, 1919, Mr.


 


 

Judith L. Applegate

Sunday, February 1, 2009 12:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Judith L. Applegate, 66, of Athens passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens.www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

KILLEWALD ANNA J 

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KINNEY CECILIA 

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Kenneth Winstrom, 89

Monday, February 2, 2009 5:11 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kenneth Winstrom, 89, of Zeeland, died Sunday, February 1, 2009.  Ken was born February 27, 1919 in Flint, Michigan, to Oscar and Cornelia Winstrom.  He was a member of First Reformed Church of Zeeland where Ken has served as an elder, deacon and taught Sunday school.  Before retirement Ken was self-employed as an Allis-Chalmers dealer for 30 years.  During World War II, Ken served his country in the U.S. Army.  He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Eleanor; daughter, Violet Winstrom of Kentwood; son, Victor Winstrom of Holland; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy and George Van Farowe; in-laws, Nella and Dr. Robert Burton, Donald and Hilda Pyle, and Virgil Janssen.  Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 6, 2009 at First Reformed Church of Zeeland, 148 E. Central Avenue, Zeeland.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church.     Memorial contributions may be made Youth for Christ or Hospice of Holland.  Arrangements are by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland.  www.yntemafh.com


 


 

LOZON CLARENCE LAWRENCE 

Wednesday 3-8 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. Please leave the family a message at 


 


 

LaFountain, Lyle E. *

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Larry Lee Waffle

Thursday, January 29, 2009 9:07 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Larry Lee Waffle, 65, of Burlington, passed away at his home Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009. He was born December 14, 1943 in Battle Creek to Carl A. and Anita Belle (Johnson) Waffle. Larry had lived in the Tekonsha and Burlington area all his life, graduating from Tekonsha High School in 1962. He married Judy (Waisner) in Potterville on Sept. 12, 1962. His favorite job was farming. He raised and showed Limousin cattle and Hampshire hogs. He worked at Eaton’s in Marshall for 30 years, retiring in 2005. He is survived by a son: Bryan Scott (LeAnn) Waffle of Coldwater, a daughter, LeAnn Waffle of Kalamazoo, Judy Waffle of Burlington; grandchildren; Courtney and Cody Waffle of Coldwater and Savanna Waffle of Kalamazoo and Burlington; brother Reid (Rose Marie) Waffle of Burlington and sister Sue (Bill) Powell of Tekonsha, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. He enjoyed hunting pheasant and deer. He was a member of the Marshall Moose and the Local 220 Union. He was active with the 4-H program for many years, he belonged to the Michigan Limousin Association, the North America Limousin Foundation and the Hampshire Herdsman Association. Larry also bowled on the Eaton’s Bowling League for many years. Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 30, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Union United Church of Christ UCC in Tekonsha with Rev. Barbara Pryor officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Tekonsha. In lieu of flowers you may consider memorials to the Tekonsha Athletic Boosters or the Calhoun County 4-H Swine Club. You many leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Putnam’s of Tekonsha, (517) 767-4114.


 


 

Leon DeJongh, 94

Monday, February 2, 2009 5:15 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Leon J. DeJongh, 94, went to be with his Lord on January 31, 2009. Born in Holland, MI, he graduated from Hope College in 1936 and served in the U.S. Army for three and a half years during World War II. He was an accountant in the quality control department of General Motors, Fisher Body Plant #1 in Grand Rapids, MI, retiring after 33 years of service in 1974. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 66 years, Margaret, who died on December 26, 2008; he is survived by two sons, Dr. L. Carl (Veda) DeJongh of Palmetto, FL and Curt (Mary) DeJongh of Grand Haven, MI; as well as seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Leon and Margaret were both members of Kirkwood Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at  Griffith-Cline Funeral Home, 720 Manatee Ave. W. in Bradenton from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kirkwood Presbyterian Church, 4416 60th St. Ct. W., Bradenton, FL, 34210, or Tidewell Hospice and Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL, 34238. There will be an interment service later in the year in Holland.


 


 

Lori Vincent

Lori Vincent, 43, of Three Oaks, formerly of Bemidji, Minn. died in Niles, on Friday, Jan. 16, 2009.


 


 

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.


 


 

Lucille Reigle (Baumgardner)

Lucille Reigle (Baumgardner), 96, passed away Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 at Wyndridge Nursing Home in Crossville, Tennessee. 


 


 

Lucinda E. McFeeters

Monday, February 2, 2009 1:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Lucinda E. McFeeters (Cindy), 87, of Chestnut Ridge, NY,  died peacefully Jan. 15, 2009, after a brief illness.  Cindy was born at home on Dec. 31, 1921, in Putnam County, Ohio, to Bertha (Ellerbrock) Leopold and Ben Leopold.  Among her chores on the family farm, Cindy awoke early to milk cows and drove a large work horse to lift hay into the barn.  As a young woman she ran a drill press for a company that made radio condensers.  Cindy was married on May 18, 1943, at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, to Floyd McFeeters, of Defiance, Ohio.  After the war they move to a farm near Jewell, Ohio, where the family grew to four children.  In 1960 the family moved to a farm between Sturgis and Centreville, Mich.  In 1976 Cindy move to LaGrange, Ind.,and then to Wolcottville, Ind., where she lived until moving to Chestnut Ridge in 1996.  Cindy was deeply moved by views of the natural world and loved to cook and share new recipes.  She loved going out with friends and visiting her sisters and brothers, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She loved to drive and travel by train and plane.  Preceding Cindy in death were her ex-husband, Floyd; her brother, Edmund Leopold; and two brothers who died in infancy.  She is survived by brothers Henry Leopold of Defiance, Winfred Leopold of Duluth, Minn.; sisters Margene Ankney, Juanita Reiman and Mary Herder, all of Defiance; her children Roger McFeeters of Raleigh, NC, Sandra Quadri of Chestnut Ridge, NY, Carolyn Bean of Kendallville, Ind., and David McFeeters of Shelburne, Vt.; and grandchildren Joshua McFeeters, Rana Quadri, Reshelle Misak, Rebecca Layman, Ryan Schuler, Benjamin McFeeters, and Elizabeth McFeeters and six great-grandchildren.  A memorial service will be held at St. John’s Catholic Church in Defiance, Ohio at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28.  A luncheon will immediately follow in the church hall.  


 


 

Luella L. Oakley

Thursday, January 29, 2009 2:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Luella L. Oakley, 91, of LaGrange, Ind., died Jan. 28, 2009, at Life Care Center of LaGrange. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.Friday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind., where services are at 10 a.m. Saturday.  Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange.  


 


 

MAY MARILYN JO 

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MEECH GREGORY S

Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service. Funeral Thursday, in state 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael, 40501 Hayes, N. of 18 Mile Rd. until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com, 1 guest book message


 


 

MERIVIRTA PAUL W 

, Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 3-8 p.m at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 Blocks W. of Woodward), Berkley. Mr. Merivirta will lie in state 10:30 a.m. until the time of service 11:00 a.m. at Southfield Presbyterian Church, 21575 W. 10 Mile Rd., Southfield, 48075. Burial, White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Michigan Parkinson's Foundation, 30400 Telegraph Rd, Ste 150, Bingham Farms 48025. Share your memories at


 


 

MILLER RICHARD A 

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MITCHELL DAVID L 

Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with Prayer Service 7 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack, Grosse Pointe Park. In state Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at St. Philomena Catholic Church, 4281 Marseilles, Detroit. Memorial contributions may be made to Leader Dogs for the Blind. Light a Candle and Share a Memory at www.verheyden.org


 


 

MOROSKY FRANCES 

Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile, Sterling Heights. In state Wednesday 8 a.m. until time of Funeral Services 9 a.m. at Holy Trinity Old Believers Church, 2407 Carpenter at Goddard. Interment Church Cemetery.


 


 

MUNS STEFANIE 

Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 12-9 p.m. at the Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile (between Merriman and Middlebelt). 


 


 

Marcia (Mead) Banks

No Description Available! 


 


 

Marietta Marie Womack April 13, 1948-Jan. 27, 2009

Marietta M. (Brenke) Womack, age 60, returned to the Lord on January 27, 2009, following a short struggle with liver cancer. Her end came peacefully while surrounded by many of those whom she loved. 


 


 

Marietta Marie Womack April 13, 1948-Jan. 27, 2009 #1

Marietta M. (Brenke) Womack, age 60, returned to the Lord on January 27, 2009, following a short struggle with liver cancer. Her end came peacefully while surrounded by many of those whom she loved.


 


 

Marvin Crain

CRAIN, Marvin - Age 76, of Swartz Creek, died Friday, January 30, 2009 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Services will be held 1 PM Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek with Minister Mark Aites officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Hills Cemetery. Visitation will be held 12-8 PM on Monday at the funeral home. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Mary A. Manderfield

Saturday, January 31, 2009 3:52 AM 

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Mary A. Manderfield, 83, passed away peacefully Monday afternoon, Jan. 26, 2009, at a Green Bay hospital with her family by her side.


 


 

Mary Helen Brown

Monday, February 2, 2009 11:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Helen Brown, 95, of Camden, died Monday, Feb. 2, 2009 at The Laurels of Coldwater. She was born July 15, 1913. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Beams Funeral Home of Fremont, Ind.  


 


 

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.


 


 

Max Hastings Smith

Longtime Petoskey High School band director Max Hastings Smith of Central Lake, and formerly of Petoskey, died peacefully January 30, 2009, at Sunnybank Assisted Living in Charlevoix.


 


 

Michael Nelson Youngs

No Description Available! 


 


 

Mildred R. Peters

Sunday, February 1, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mildred Eleanore Rautio Peters died Jan. 29, 2009. She was 94.     Mildred was born on July 8, 1914, in Lead, S.D. Her parents were Emil Rautio and Senja Berg Rautio, who had emigrated from Finland to the United States as teenagers and met in Lead. Mildred lived in Lead and attended school there until she moved with her family to Detroit, Mich. She was a graduate of Detroit Central High School and attended Suomi College in Hancock, Mich. She held jobs with J.L. Hudson’s Department Store, Maccabees Insurance Company, and Jam Handy Productions. On May 8, 1937, she married Earl J. Peters of South Bend, Ind., who had been a classmate at Central High School. She and Earl lived in Detroit, Grosse Pointe City  and Grosse Pointe Woods. They had three sons, Kenneth Earl, David Owen and Richard John. Mildred and Earl joined the Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church, where Mildred was a loyal choir member and soloist. In 1955 the Peters family moved to Adrian, Mich., where Earl was employed as sales manager for Ace Drill Company. The family joined the Adrian Presbyterian Church and Mildred sang in the choir. She also co-founded the Adrian Women’s Matinee Musical. When Earl retired in 1979, they built a home in Seneca, S.C. There they were both very active in the Seneca Presbyterian Church; Earl until his death in 1994. Mildred sang in the choir until she was 93 years old. She was the founder of the Seneca Matinee Club, a women’s civic organization. In 2007, Mildred was a sojourner at the home of her son, Richard, in Lorain, Ohio. She subsequently moved to the Towne Center in Avon Lake, Ohio, where she lived until her death. Mildred loved music, photography, gardening and sailing. She and Earl were members of Crescent Sail Yacht Club in Grosse Pointe Farms and Devils Lake Yacht Club in Manitou Beach, and they enjoyed weekends and summers at their cottage on Douglas Lake near Levering, Mich. Mildred is predeceased by her husband, Earl J. Peters; sister, Helen Taylor; and brother, Ray Rautio. She is survived by her sons, Kenneth and his wife, Ellen, of Chapin, S.C., David of Whitmore Lake, Mich., and Richard and his wife, Susan, of Lorain, Ohio. Other survivors include five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, several cousins, nieces and nephews, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews. A graveside service for family and friends will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to The Crossroads Hospice, 1742 Georgetown Road, Hudson, Ohio 44236 or to the Memorial Garden Fund of the Seneca Presbyterian Church, 115 W.S. First St., Seneca, S.C. 29678. Mildred and Earl created the Memorial Garden, where Earl and others have been laid to rest.  


 


 

Miller, Robert J. *

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Nancy B. Nauta

Thursday, January 29, 2009 12:19 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Nancy B. Nauta, 78, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at her home.  She was born Jan. 17, 1931, in Griffith, Indiana, to Russell and Thelma (Stewart) Blanchard. She was married Aug. 27, 1951, to John Nauta Jr. and he preceded her in death in 1993. Nancy has been a resident of Hillsdale since 1980 and she was a former volunteer for the Health Department for many years. Surviving are two daughters, Nora (Clarence) Kern of Montgomery and Nancy (Jay) Bumpus of Hillsdale; three sons, Keith Nauta of Hillsdale, John (Karen) Nauta of Lake Station, Indiana and Mike (Michelle) Nauta of Hillsdale; nine grandchildren; sister, Sara Hammende of Crown Point, Indiana and brother, John Blanchard of Webster, New York. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister Mary and brothers, George and Kenneth. Graveside funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Friday at Cambria Cemetery No. 2. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Nancy Greene Brodhead Allen, 84

Nancy Greene Brodhead Allen, 84, of Harbor Springs, retired from Northern Michigan Hospital, died Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009. 


 


 

Naomi Sue Younglove June 11, 1944-Jan. 27, 2009

Naomi Sue Younglove, age 64, of Huron Township, MI died on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at home. 


 


 

Nate Herriman, 72

Nate Herriman, 72, of Charlevoix, died Jan. 31, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. 


 


 

Norman Richard Storkel Aug. 16, 1942-Dec. 15, 2008

Memorial services for Norman Richard Storkel, age 66, of Conroe, Texas will be held at 3:00 pm on January 31, 2009, at Cashner Funeral Home with Dr. Cliff Herrington officiating. Norm was born August 16, 1942, in Monroe, Michigan. 


 


 

OLSEN DONALD 

Age 82 of Lake Columbia, passed away at Allegiance Hospice Home on February 2, 2009. Donald was born in Detroit on June 28, 1926 the son of Robert and Mary (McFarland) Olsen. He married Victoria Ivanac on November 9, 1946 and she survives. Besides his wife, Donald is survived by his children: Donald R. Olsen of Brooklyn, Deborah (Dan) Cook of Westland, Diana (Frank) Ohanesian of South Lyon; grandchildren: Danielle, Darcie, Lindsey and Andrew; siblings: Armand and George Olsen. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson: Ryan, brother: Norman and sister: Roberta. Memorial donations may be given to Honor Flight or Allegiance Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Braun Chapel where the family will receive friends on Saturday, February 21, 2009 from 1-5 p.m. A Memorial Service will begin at 5 p.m. A Natural Farewell has taken place. Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Braun Chapel Brooklyn, 137 S. Main, Brooklyn, MI 49230 517/592-2280.


 


 

Olive M. Sturgis

Saturday, January 31, 2009 1:58 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Olive M. Sturgis, 93, of Wolcottville, Ind., died Jan. 29, 2009, at Life Care Center of LaGrange. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. Monday until service time at 3 p.m. Monday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange.  


 


 

Opal M. Riker

Thursday, January 29, 2009 12:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Opal Mae Riker, 61, of Litchfield, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor.  She was born Feb. 13, 1947 in Van Wert, Ohio to Gerald and Vivian (March) Ditto and graduated from Litchfield High School in 1965. Opal was a dedicated homemaker and loved canning, crocheting, handcrafts and corresponding with her numerous pen pals. She will be remembered by many area children as a wonderful baby-sitter. Opal will be sadly missed by her husband, John Riker, whom she married Feb. 12, 1965; three daughters, Teala (Robert) Stem of Osseo, Misty Riker of Litchfield, Rebecka (Phil) Music of Litchfield; one son, John Paul (Katrina) Riker of Litchfield; one sister, Lori (Dale) Cowan of Allen; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her parents, one half-sister and two half-brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Memorials to the American Diabetes Association are suggested.  


 


 

PERRY PATRICIA ANN 

Age 78, of Ecorse. Dear mother of James R. (Dorothy) Pongracz and Deborah A. (Willis) Reeder. Six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren also survive. In state at the Ballheim Funeral Home, 4120 W. Jefferson Ave., Ecorse, Tuesday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. In state at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery.


 


 

PLESZ JOHN EARL 

Age 65 of Auburn Hills. January 31, 2009. Husband of Susan. Dear father of Lisa (Chris) Nagorski, Michelle (Drew) Ciora, Michael (Missy), Jessica, and John Plesz. Loving grandfather of Shane, Scout, Amanda, Josh, Anna, and Julia. Brother of Jerry (Mary) Plesz. Also survived by his step-father Gerry Sulkay and many nieces and nephews. John founded CES Computer and Engineering Services. He was an accomplished musician and a huge sports fan. Funeral Mass Wednesday, February 4, 2009 11 a.m. with an in state of 10:30 a.m. at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 2700 Waldon Rd., Lake Orion. The family will receive friends Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Suggested memorials to the Parkinson Foundation. Online guestbook at www.modetzfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

POPP MINERVA 

at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Saracusta 7 p.m. Memorials appreciated to St. John the Baptist Church. Obituary & Condolences at lynchfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

PRUSS MICHAEL CASMERE 

Age 87, of Grosse Pointe Woods and Sault Ste. Marie, Canada. February 1, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Norma Z. Dear father of Michael Craig (Terry) and Susan (Joseph) Lafata. Dearest grandfather of Michael Vincent. Brother of the late Frederick. Memorial service and interment Thursday 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Dixie Cemetery in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Peace. Arrangements entrusted to A.H. Peters Funeral Home, Grosse Pointe Woods. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Michigan Humane Society or American Diabetes Association. ahpeters.com


 


 

Paul William Hedrick June 14, 1926-Jan. 28, 2009

Paul William Hedrick, age 82, of Monroe, died January 28, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Friends may call on Saturday from 12 noon until funeral services at 5 p.m. at the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 203 E. Elm Ave., Monroe. 


 


 

Phillip H. Wilson

Friday, January 30, 2009 8:45 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Phillip H. Wilson, 58, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  He was born May 25, 1950 in Camden to James and Mildred (Smith) Wilson, he survives. Graveside funeral services for Phillip Wilson will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit ww.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Phyllis L. (Lipka)

Phyllis L. (Lipka) Dunham, 61, of Richardson, Texas, formerly of Dundee, died Wednesday. 


 


 

ROFFEY LOIS H 

Thursday 2-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Service Thursday 3:30 p.m. at the funeral home.


 


 

RZEPECKI RAYMOND IGNATIUS 

January 31, 2009. Age 69. Beloved husband of Sandra. Loving father of Pamela (Jonathan) Finch, Raymond, Jr., and Patrick. Dear grandfather of Emily Grace and Andrew Dare. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Rd. (W. of Lilley Rd.) Tuesday 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday 12-9 p.m. Rosary Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. In state 10:00 a.m Thursday at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 44800 Warren Rd. (W. of Sheldon) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.com


 


 

Raymond Angelo Sebetto April 27, 1929-Jan. 27-2009

Raymond Angelo Sebetto passed away peacefully on January 27th 2009, surrounded by his family and friends till the end. He was born April 27, 1929 to Peter A. and Catherine (Cahill) Sebetto in Toledo, Ohio.


 


 

Raymond Kenjesky, 67

Monday, February 2, 2009 5:12 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mr. Raymond J. Kenjesky, age 67, died Saturday, January 31, 2009. He was born in Muskegon on April 21, 1941 to Charles and Bertha (Mayette) Kenjesky. Mr. Kenjesky had served his country in the U.S. Army and been employed as an Engineering Draftsman at Hart & Cooley until retiring in 2005. He loved to hunt deer and deep sea fishing. SURVIVORS Mother, Bertha Kenjesky of Muskegon Heights; sister, Ruth (John) Monaghan of KY; niece, Melissa Monaghan; nephew, B.J. Monaghan, both of KY; aunt and uncle, George (Arlaine) Mayette of Norton Shores. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles, in 1981; nephew, Thomas Duff; cousin, James Brown and numerous aunts and uncles. He will also be sadly missed by a loving companion, Karen Hirdes and family along with his many dear friends with whom he shared his love of hunting and fishing. SERVICE Thursday, February 5, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at Clock Chapel with Rev. Ben Jansen officiating. Interment at Oakwood Cemetery. VISITATION Wednesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Clock Life Story Funeral Home -Muskegon. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to leave a memory or sign the online guest book.              


 


 

Robert Bell

BELL - Mr. Robert Bell, age 67, of Grand Rapids. Visitation to be held on Friday, February 6, 2009, 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at Heritage Life Story Funeral Homes, Alt & Shawmut Hills Chapel, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW, with a Funeral Service at 1:30 p.m. A complete obituary will be published later. Heritage Life Story Funeral Homes 453-8263. Heritage Funeral Home


 


 

Robert H. Dittenber

Robert H. Dittenber, of Gladwin, formerly of Saginaw, passed away at his home on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 at the age of 78.


 


 

Robert Henry Johnston Nov. 13, 1925-Jan. 28, 2009

Robert (Bob) Johnston, age 83, of South Rockwood, MI passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at home with his wife and 2 daughters by his side. He had been in poor health since October, 2008. 


 


 

Robert J. Miller

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:51 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert J.(Bob) Miller, age 89, of Burr Oak, passed away, Sunday, Feb. l, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis, after several months of failing health.  Bob was born Aug. 3, 1919, in Three Rivers, a son of the late Kirby and Verna (Replogle) Miller.  Bob grew up in Three Rivers, moving to Burr Oak after his marriage in 1941. He served in the U.S. Navy on the U.S.S. Grimes from June of 1944 to January of 1946, during World War II.  On June 8, 1941, he married Norma R. Baldwin in Burr Oak. She preceded him in death on Feb.17, 2008. Bob had owned and operated the former Miller’s Grocery Store in Burr Oak from 1942 to 1986, when it closed. He had been an active member of the  Burr Oak Fire Department for over 60 years.  Early in life he had played fast pitch softball, was an avid bowler, had been a member of the Burr Oak Board of education for over 20 years, where he had served as president.  He is survived by daughter, Sandy (Allen) Hoopingarner of Burr Oak; a son, Wayne (Karen) Miller of Union City; five grandchildren, Scott (Laurie) Gotshall of Las Vegas, Nev., Jan (Tod) Schipper of Colon, Rob (Kem) Hoopingarner of Vicksburg, Steve (Jaymie) Miller of Wyoming and Matt Miller of Burlington; four great-grandchildren, Tyler and Megan Schipper and Regan and Peyton Hoopingarner; and several nieces and nephews.  Bob was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Virginia Miller; three brothers, Paul (Spud), Clarence (Hap) and Ray Miller; and five sisters. Gladys Ward, Eilleene Katz, Eunice Tessin, Helen Hughey and Doris Withers. The family will receive relatives and friends 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon. Funeral Services celebrating the life of Robert J. Miller will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with Pastor Karen Nachtigall of the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Union City officiating.  Burial will follow at South Colon Cemetery, with Military Honors conferred by the U.S. Navy Honor Guard.   If desired, the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Bob to the Burr Oak Community Foundation.


 


 

Robert Moore, 84

Monday, February 2, 2009 4:12 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Moore, 84, of Holland, formerly of Homewood, Ill., died Saturday, Jan, 31, 2009 at Lakeside Vista. Arrangements will be announced by the Downtown Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes.


 


 

Ruth L. Anderson

Monday, February 2, 2009 2:16 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Ruth L. Anderson, 84, of 612 E. McLeod Ave., Ironwood, died Friday morning, Jan. 30, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Ruth Puffer

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 9:39 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Ruth Puffer, age 93, of Mason died Feb. 1, 2009. She was born March 19, 1915, in Holloway, the daughter of Ted and Lena (Pocklington) LaBounty. On Dec. 24, 1936, she married Ray Puffer in Tecumseh. He preceded her in death on Jan. 10, 1997. Ruth was a graduate of County Normal and Eastern Michigan University. She retired from the Tecumseh Public Schools in 1980.  She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Mason and a former member of the First Presbyterian Church of Tecumseh. Ruth was a member of Chapter AJ-PEO and Mason Woman’s Club. In addition to her husband Ray, she was preceded in death by her parents, infant daughter, Mary, and sister, June Pichler. She is survived by two children, Dr. Raymond L. (Kathleen) Puffer of Victorville, Calif., and Miriam (Robert) Sybrandy of Lansing; four grandchildren, Ted and Faith Anne Puffer and Thomas Sybrandy   and Sarah (Mark) Genovese; sister, Ellen (Clif) Stitt of Jackson, and two brothers, Raymond LaBounty of Townsend, Tenn., and Donald LaBounty of Ellenton, Fla. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church of Tecumseh, with the Rev. William Pinches of the First Presbyterian Church of Mason officiating. Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Visit­ation will be on Thursday beginning at 12 p.m. at the church, 211 W. Chicago Blvd., Tecumseh. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Mason Stained Glass Window Fund. Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Condolences may be made online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

SACKLLAH HALA 

Wednesday 6-8 p.m. at the Basilica of St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church and Thursday 9 a.m. until her funeral service at 10 a.m. at the Basilica of St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church, 18100 Merriman Road, Livonia. Burial at Glen Eden, Livonia. In lieu of flowers, Hala's family requests memorials be made to St. Mary's Church. Please visit www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com to send condolences to the family.


 


 

SCHONSCHECK NELSON CHARLES 

is Wednesday, 1-9 p.m Interment at Michigan Memorial Park. 


 


 

SEGER MARY E 

Wednesday 5-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 6 Mile Rd., Livonia. Funeral Service Thursday, in state 9 a.m. until time of Service 10 a.m. at Ward Presbyterian Church, 40000 6 Mile Rd., Northville 48167. 


 


 

SIEGERT ELMER G 

Wednesday 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Thursday visitation 10 a.m. until his Funeral Service at 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 30650 Six Mile, Livonia. Burial at Glen Eden, Livonia. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Holy Cross in Elmer's honor.


 


 

SIKORA VICTORIA 

Age 92. January 31, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Albert. Loving mother of Ilene (late Basil) Kristoff and Albert (Beatrice) Sikora. Four grandchildren. Five great grandchildren. Funeral Services are private. Arrangements by Weise Funeral Home, 7210 Park, Allen Park (313-382-1150). See online obituary/guestbook at www.weisefuneralhome.com.


 


 

SMOOT LOUIS 

93, passed away peacefully January 23, 2009 at the Samaritan Center after a brief illness. Louis was an insurance agent for over 60 years. He is survived by his wife, Jerelene (Geri), daughters, Lonya Smoot, Karen (Michael) Grace. Daughter Sonya Burgess preceded him in death. Louis was a caring grandfather to five, Andre, Stanton, Shannon (Kim), Jordon and Amanda. 9 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service on Tuesday, February 3 at 12 noon at Detroit Unity Temple, 17505 Second, Detroit.


 


 

SOMMERMANN EDWARD CHARLES 

Age 81, died January 31, 2009 in Greenwood, Indiana, formerly of Livonia, Michigan. Memorial Service Friday 10 a.m. Brookville Road Community Church, New Palestine, Indiana. 


 


 

STRAKA FRANCES M 

Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Thursday 9 a.m. until time of 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 12509 19 Mile Rd. (W. of Schoenherr). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Contributions to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen are appreciated. Please share memories with the family at their "On line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com


 


 

Sharon 'Shari' Molenkamp

No Description Available! 


 


 

Sheldrick, Donald I.

No Description Available! 


 


 

Sister Forster, O.P.

Monday, February 2, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sister Marie Rachel Forster, died on Jan. 30, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 93 years of age and in the 74th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Marie Rachel was born in Detroit, Mich., to Joseph and Julianne (Grohman) Forster. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Adrian, Mich., and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Latin from Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, Mich., and a Master of Arts Degree in Latin from DePaul University in Chicago, Ill. Sister spent 47 years ministering in education in Detroit, Berkley, and Royal Oak, Mich.; Chicago and Harvey, Ill.; Winslow, Ariz.; and Nassau, Bahamas. She ministered at the Wing Lake Development Center in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., for three years as a Foster Grandparent. She was a Library Aide at the Royal Oak Library for one year, and Outreach Aide at the Royal Oak Senior Community Center for two years. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in 1995. Sister Marie Rachel is survived by a sister, Agnes Forster of New Port Richey, Fla. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, in the Rose Room at the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221.


 


 

Sister Morence, O.P.

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 9:40 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sister Irene Morence, formerly known as Sister John Marie Morence, died on Feb. 1, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 94 years of age and in the 75th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Irene was born in Owosso, Mich., to John and Mary (Gieski) Morence. She graduated from St. Paul High School in Owosso, Mich., and received a Bachelor of Philosophy Degree in French from Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, and a Master of Arts Degree in Spanish from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. Sister spent 36 years ministering in education in Chicago, Rockford and St. Charles, Ill.; West Palm Beach, Fla.; Royal Oak, Detroit, Lansing and Adrian, Mich., and Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Sister ministered in four Congregation schools: Aquinas High School in Chicago, St. Dominic College in St. Charles, Ill., Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, and Colegio Santo Domingo in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She was Treasurer at St. Dominic College in St. Charles, Ill., from 1966-1970. Sister was Financial Aid Program Director at Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian from 1970 to 1989. She used her secretarial skills at INAI Studio in Adrian from 1989 to 1994. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in 1994. Sister Irene is survived by a sister, Margaret Conley of Owosso, Mich. She was preceded in death by a sister, Sr. Margretta Morence, also an Adrian Dominican Sister. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, in the Rose Room at the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221.


 


 

Sterling L. Maxfield

Sterling L. Maxfield, 86, passed away on Jan. 26, 2009 in Gladwin. 


 


 

Summers, Susan L. (Rudesill) *

No Description Available! 


 


 

THORSBY WALKER GEORGE 

begins at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes to William Beaumont Hospital. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com


 


 

TILTON JAMES F SR 

Bay City, Michigan. Mr. Tilton passed away Thursday January 29, 2009 at his residence in Leesburg, Florida. Age 74 years. He was born May 12, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, retired from the Brighton Ford Dealership. The Funeral Liturgy and Rite of Committal Service will take place Friday, February 6, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Celebrant will be Rev. Fr. Robert S. Gohm with private interment in Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc., 201 W. Midland St. Bay City, MI 48706 Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. The Vigil for the deceased will take place Thursday at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Tilton will be taken to the church on Friday to lie in state from 9 a.m. until the time of services. If you are unable to attend the services you may offer your condolences on line at www. gephartfuneralhome.com


 


 

Terry L. Mickem

Saturday, January 31, 2009 2:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Terry L. Mickem, 66, of LaGrange, Ind.,  died Jan. 29, 2009, at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange. Visitation will be from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, where services are at 10 a.m. Monday. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange.  


 


 

Theodore Elzinga, 77

Saturday, January 31, 2009 10:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Theodore (Ted) Elzinga, 77, died January 25, 2009.  He spent the first half of his life in Holland before moving to Southern California.  He leaves his son, Matthew; and daughter, Heidi Harland; their spouses and five children; all 10 of his siblings and over 250 nephews and nieces, spanning three generations. He was a world traveler, collector, motorcyclist,  builder and leaves friends around the world who joined him in these pursuits.  He will be missed by the hundreds of people who knew him as a rebel in his youth and gentle innovator in maturity.


 


 

Theodore Francis Wilson

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Thorp, Catherine S.

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Toivo Katajamaki

Thursday, January 29, 2009 3:26 AM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Toivo Katajamaki, 95, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009 at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital's Long Term Care Unit. 


 


 

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A memorial luncheon for MARK WALTER, who died Jan. 13, 2009, will be held on Sunday, Feb. 8, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the VFW Post in Traverse City.


 


 

VANCE DIANA MARIE 

Age 80 of Milford, February 2, 2009. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arthur (d. 1984). Survived by her loving children, James (Karen) Vance, Judy Vance, Michael (Nancy), Kenneth (Wendy) Vance, Michele Glasgow, David (Mary) Vance; grandchildren, Ashley, Taylor, Jacob, Andrew, Caroline, Mary Ellen, Michael, Angela, Anthony, Joseph and Anna. Also survived by numerous extended family members and dear friends. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1955 E. Commerce Rd., Thursday, February 5th at 11:30 a.m. Fr. Ron Anderson will officiate. Friends may gather at Church beginning at 10:30 a.m. Memorials are encouraged to the Michigan Humane Society. For further information please phone Lynch & Sons Funeral Home in Milford at 248-684-6645 or visit www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com


 


 

Vincent Gibbs

GIBBS, Vincent W. - Age 89, of Millington, died Saturday, January 31, 2009 at the Frankenmuth Lutheran Home. Funeral services will be held 11AM Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at the O'Guinn Family Funeral home in Clio. Burial to follow at Arbela Township. Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 12-4 and 6-9PM. A complete obituary will be published in Monday's edition. Please sign our guestbook or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com


 


 

Viola Catherine Cauley

Monday, February 2, 2009 10:11 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Viola Catherine Cauley, age 82, of Onsted passed away Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009, at her daughter’s home in Saline. Viola was born in 1926 in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of Charles and Bertha Lusty. She graduated from St. Michael’s in Flint in 1944. Viola married Robert E. Cauley on April 30, 1955, in Flint.  He preceded her in death on Nov. 30, 2005. Viola was a homemaker, having raised eight children whom she was very proud of.  She was a member of the St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church in the Irish Hills and an active Republican Party member. Viola is survived by her eight children, Patrick Earl (Vicki) Cauley II of St. Petersburg, Fla., Diane (Danny) Bragg of Saline, Elizabeth (Tedd) Bergeron of Ridgeway, Matthew (Lesa) Cauley of Saline, Frederick (Kimberly) Cauley of Brighton, Madeline (Tony) Valdez of Adrian, Michele (Michael) Wehr of Belleville and Ernie Cauley of Onsted; 38 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, one sister, Doris Jean; and two brothers, Charles and John Lusty. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, at St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Church in the Irish Hills with the Rev. Father Carl Simon officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:30 p.m., at the Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.  Arrangements are under the direction of Dunn Chapel, Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Onsted. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Viola Cauley

Tuesday, February 3, 2009 9:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Viola Catherine Cauley, age 82, of Onsted went to be with the Lord Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009. Viola was born on June 30, 1926, in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of Charles and Bertha Lusty. She graduated from St. Michael’s in Flint in 1944. Viola married Robert E. Cauley on April 30, 1955, in Flint.  After celebrating 50 years of marriage together, Robert preceded her in death on Nov. 30, 2005. Viola was a homemaker, having raised eight children whom she was very proud of. She was an active member of the St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church in the Irish Hills. For more than 10 years, she has belonged to a group that has met (at the home of her good friend Lorretta Lambaugh) the 13th of the month to pray the Rosary.  She prayed the Rosary of the Devine Chaplet at her home daily. She also belonged to the Red Hat Society. Viola is survived by her eight children, Patrick Earl (Vicki) Cauley II of St. Petersburg, Fla., Diane (Danny) Bragg of Saline, Elizabeth (Tedd) Bergeron of Ridgeway, Matthew (Lesa) Cauley of Saline, Frederick (Kimberly) Cauley of Brighton, Madeline (Tony) Valdez of Adrian, Michele (Michael) Wehr of Belleville and Ernie Cauley of Onsted; 38 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, one sister, Doris Jean, and two brothers, Charles and John Lusty. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, at the St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Church in the Irish Hills with the Rev. Father Carl Simon officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:30 p.m., at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Dunn Chapel, Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Onsted.


 


 

WILSON THEODORE FRANCIS 

Age 77 of Oakland Township, January 31, 2009. Loving husband of Beverly. Dear father of Kevin (Cindy) Wilson and Keith (Sherry) Wilson. Grandfather of Heather, Eric, Abigail and Samuel Wilson. Brother of Jack (the late Mary) Wilson, Florence (the late Anthony) Baczewski, Rose (LeRoy) Underwood, Mary (Gerald) Dalrick and the late Albert (Edie) Wilson. Funeral Mass Thursday, February 5, 2009 10:30 a.m. with an in state time of 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood, Rochester. The family will receive friends Wednesday 2-8 p.m with a 7p.m. Scripture Service at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Interment Van Hoosen Jones Cemetery. Memorials to American Heart Association. Online guest book www.modetzfuneralhomes.com


 


 

WITKOWSKI HELEN (IRENE) 

Tuesday, 3-9p.m. with Rosary at 8 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Rd. Interment at Our Lady of Hope Cemetery, Brownstown Twp.


 


 

WOODFORD MARY 

Tuesday 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile, Ferndale (1½ blks west of Woodward). Funeral service Wednesday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield. Memorial donations to Alzheimers Association. www.spauldingcurtin.com


 


 

Webber, Ernest J.L.

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Wells W. Beebe

Friday, January 30, 2009 8:43 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wells W. Beebe, age 92, of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at his home. He was born Jan. 7, 1917 in Rome Center to Charles  and Mable (Wells) Beebe. He was married April 20, 1941 in Adrian to Donna Baragar and she survives. Wells was a 1935 graduate of Adrian High School and was the former owner of Hillsdale Cartage Company. He was a member of College Baptist Church and the Sons of the American Revolution. He was an avid deer hunter and ice fisherman. Surviving besides his wife, Donna are a son, Bill Beebe of Las Vegas, Nev.; a daughter, Sharon (John) Flowers of Crystal Falls, Mich.; two brothers, Weldon (Alice) Beebe and Donald (Evelyn) Beebe both of Adrian; and a grandson, Jake Flowers of Seward, Alaska. Wells was preceded in death by his parents, twin daughters, Katherine and Shirley, and a brother Wayne. Funeral services for Wells W. Beebe will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Jason Mekelburg officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the College Baptist Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Willis, Hazel E.

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