ALLEGRINA RUTH M |
Tues. 10-12 a.m. and 2-9 p.m. and Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth (Btwn. Sheldon & Beck) In state Wed. 10 a.m. until Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Neumann Church, 44800 Warren Rd., Canton (Btwn. Sheldon and Canton Center Rd.). Interment Holy Sepulchre. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit: |
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ASHBY FRANK L |
Tuesday 4-8 PM at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Road (between Big Beaver and Wattles Roads), Troy (248) 689-0700. Funeral Wednesday 12 Noon at funeral home with viewing starting at 11 AM. Interment Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley. Memorial donations can be made to Michigan Humane Society. Share memories at www.pricefuneralhome.net |
An avid gardener, farmer and keeper of his meticulously manicured family homestead, Abel Fix had a passion for life. He attracted people wherever he went because of his warm, magnetic personality. |
Abel P. Fix, 95, of Monroe died at 8:38 a.m. Thursday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
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Alfred J. “Al” Cole, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009 at his home. He was born July 23, 1956 in Hudson the son of Justice and Laura (Turner) Cole. He is survived by his wife, of 21 years, Cindy Cole, whom he married July 17, 1987. He is also survived by four children, Josh (A-Ran) Giminez of Columbus, Ohio, Saul (Roberta) Giminez of Hillsdale, Joshua (Brittany) Cole of Cincinnati, Ohio and Jamie Cole of Allen; four grandchildren, Michael, Myrandia, Ashley and Kennadie; brothers and sisters, Helen (Don) Swager of Hillsdale, Judy (Pete) Manville of Jonesville, Shirlyn (Verl) Hukill of Camden, Loreda (John) Barnes of Jonesville, Dolly (Craig) Wickman of Hillsdale, Alvin (Joy) Cole of Indiana, Vonda (Dave) Minor of Pittsford, Terry (Hillary) Cole of Jonesville and Gary Cole of Hillsdale; many nieces and nephews; his mother and father-in-law; brothers and sisters-in-law; and many close friends as well as his close companions, his dog “Bobo” and his cat “Lucky.” He was preceded in death by his parents; one step-son, Jeremiah “J.J.” Handy; and several aunts and uncles. Al had a wonderful sense of humor and he loved telling jokes. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter. He was also a member of the A.R.H.A. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. At his request cremation will follow the visitation and there will be no service. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Heart Association. |
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Mrs. Alice M. Prescott, age 89, a longtime resident of Mount Clemens, passed away Jan. 31, 2009 at the Country Living Home, Hillsdale. She was born June 21, 1919 to Arthur and Alice (Rodlam) Wells in Allen Township. Alice was united in marriage with Jack Prescott on Oct. 25, 1941 in Jonesville. The couple settled in Wayland, moved to Owosso, then to Okinawa, and to Mount Clemens in 1955. Alice attended Michigan State University, won several state honors as a member of the 4-H Club, and as a young lady was an active member of the Michigan Junior Farm Bureau. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Mount Clemens, the United Methodist Women, sang in the church choir, and was an active volunteer for the Salvation Army Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. Prescott enjoyed canning, traveling and camping with members of the church. Surviving are two children, Janet Kay (David) Rickard of Hudson and Kenneth Prescott of Mount Clemens; two grandchildren, Shawn (Nicola) Rickard and Megan Rickard; three great-grandchildren, Andrew Rickard, James Rickard and Marguerite Rickard; and brother, Clifton Wells of Litchfield. Mrs. Prescott was predeceased by her husband, Jack in 2006; great-grandson, Jacob Rickard; and two brothers, J.C. Wells and Harlow Wells. A funeral service was held Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009 at the First Methodist Church, Mount Clemens, under the direction of Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, Mount Clemens. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church. |
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MELLEN, Wis. -- Annabelle Johnson, 88, of Mellen, passed away Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009, at Mellen Manor Nursing Home. |
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MONTREAL, Wis. -- Annette G. Gulan, 89, of Montreal, Wis., died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009, in Hurley. |
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Annette Straight, 78 of Zeeland, died Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009. Funeral services are 1 p.m. Monday at the Zeeland Free Methodist Church with the Rev. Jerry Van  Kuiken officiating.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  www.yntemafh.com |
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Annie Kiers, age 87 years, of Onsted passed away Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009, at Tendercare in Adrian. Annie was born on Sept. 1, 1921, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the daughter of Dirk and Antje (Audo) Bronsdijk. Annie married Wolter Kiers on July 7, 1945, in Amsterdam. He preceded her in death on May 6, 1987. Annie was an accomplished gymnast who qualified for the Olympic Games but was unable to compete because of World War II. Her family moved to the United States on July 27, 1957, with a sponsorship from the First Baptist Church of Adrian. She was an avid baseball fan of the Detroit Tigers. She worked as a bartender and she was one of the founding members of the Irish Hills Eagles Aeire Lodge #3689 of Brooklyn in 1980. Annie is survived by two children, Anne M. Bartlett of Onsted and Jon D. Kiers of Battle Creek; two grandsons, Jamison Bartlett of Onsted and Travis Kiers of San Antonio, Texas; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and brother, Henny Bronsdijk. Cremation has taken place. A Lodge of Sorrow Service will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, at the Dunn Chapel, Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Onsted followed by a Celebration of Life Service with Pastor Tom McMichael officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 4 to 6 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the family to help with funeral expenses. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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. |
BECIN GEORGE |
Tuesday 3-9 PM with Pomen service 7:00 PM at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home 30351 Dequindre (1 block S. of 13 Mile Rd.) Madison Heights. In state Wednesday 10:00 AM until mass 11:00 AM at St. Lazarus Serbian Orthodox Church, 4575 E. Outer Drive (East of Van Dyke) Detroit. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorials to St. Lazarus Serbian Orthodox or Alzheimer's Association. Sign online guestbook at |
BICK MARILYN Dear |
mother of Karen Bick and Robert (Julie Fershtman) Bick. Loving grandmother of Katie Bick. Devoted aunt of Richard (Janice) Cherkasky and Carole (Curt) Slotkin. Also survived by her many loving and devoted family members and "forever friends". SERVICES TUESDAY, 10:00 AM AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL 248-406-6000 INTERMENT AT THE CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY or visit: |
BOIKE HARRIET M (NEE GERSCH) |
Monday 5-9 p.m., Tuesday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Wednesday, in state 10:30 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 47120 Romeo Plank at 21 Mile until time of service at 11:30 a.m. Donations are welcome to Immanuel Lutheran Church or to the wishes of the family. Interment Glen Eden Cemetery West. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at |
BOSCO FRANK A |
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BOW HELEN FLORENCE |
Age 82. Of Milford. February 11, 2009. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Herbert (2008). Helen is survived by her loving children, Patricia (Gary), Dennis (Linda), Lois (Eric), James (Cheryl), Anne (Ronald), Jerry (Carol), Nancy (Peter), Linda (the late Jim), David (Deborah), Karen (David), Theresa (John), Matthew (Michelle), Christine (Todd), Daniel (Pam); sister, Veronica; many loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family members and dear friends. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church, 1955 E. Commerce, Milford, Wednesday, February 18 at 11 AM. Friends may visit from 10:30 until time of service. For further information call 248-684-6645 or visit |
BUMFORD FRANCES |
"ELAINE" Age 86. February 13, 2009. Beloved wife of Kenneth for 67 years. Dear mother of Nancy (Tom) Dalton, Susan (Wilmont) Kreis, Ken (Mary), Judy (David) Sigler and Jill (Pete) Miceli. Loving grandmother of Beth (Marty) Graham, Erin Haid, Jennifer and Jeremy Kreis, Erica and Ali Bumford, Michael and Christopher Sigler, Christina, Melissa and Samantha Miceli. Loving great grandmother of Lorellye and Lukas Graham. Memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. with a 3 p.m. Memorial Service at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores. Share a memory with the family at: |
Barbara E. Rock Mayville Barbara E. Rock, 94, of Mayville, passed away January 29, 2009, at Fisher Convalescent Home in Mayville. She was born December 21, 1914, and lived in Lapeer County for most of her life. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy (Al) Chappel of Las Vegas, Nev., Connie Provatas of Muskegon; son, Rick (Linda) Rock of Elmiria, Mich.; grandchildren, Wanda Allen, Tami (Carl) Petitt, Kim (Scott) Rozanski and Nick (Tammy) Provatas; 10 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren. Barbara had willed her body to Michigan State University for medical research. |
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HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Barbara Lahti, 68, died on Feb. 5, 2009, in Humboldt after a long battle with lung cancer. |
Wheeler, Beatrice Merrill, Michigan Passed away Friday, February 13, 2009 at the Kindy Adult Foster Care. Age 89 years. The full obituary will run Sunday. Funeral services will take place 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 16, 2009 at the W.L. Case & Co. Funeral Chapel, Merrill, Rev. Wayne Shidler will officiate with burial in the Billings Township Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral chapel in Merrill on Sunday from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. and then on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. www.casefuneralhome.com |
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Betty “Kay” Roe, age 56, of Adrian, died Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. She was born July 7, 1952, in Huntland, Tenn., to William and Maggie (Luttrell) Stovall. She was married to Paul Dean Roe on May 4, 1973, in Adrian. He preceded her in death on Oct. 12, 1995. Betty had been employed by Super Laundromat. Her survivors include a stepdaughter, Rebecca Sue Roe of Camden, Mich.; two sisters, Virginia Cox of Manitou Beach and Hazel Hayes of Curtis, Mich.; and four stepgrandchildren. In addition to her husband, Paul, she was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lynn Stovall and Russell Stovall; two sisters, Ellan Speck and Vera Fields; and a stepson, Stephan Jerome Roe. At Betty’s request, cremation has taken place. Friends and family are asked to gather at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, at 9:30 a.m. to form a funeral procession for a Graveside Service at 10 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, in Hunt Cemetery in Adrian with Pastor Terry Clees officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or the Salvation Army. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Beverly J. Seeger, age 76, passed away at home on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, after a courageous five-year  battle with bone cancer. Beverly was born on Sept. 12, 1932, in Adrian, to Theodore and Amanda (Baumgarten) Brieschke. She was a 1950 graduate of Blissfield High School, and attended Cleary College in Ypsilanti. She was married to Robert W. Seeger on Aug. 10, 1951, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Blissfield. Beverly was a very active member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, where she served her Lord through the Deborah Circle, and was Choir Director for 37 years among many of her other church activities. She also was a member of the Toledo Seaway Chapter Sweet Adelines for 18 years, and was a Past President and Life Member of the American Legion Post 325 Auxiliary in Blissfield. Surviving with her husband, Bob, are her children, whom she adored: Michael R. Seeger of Toledo, and twin daughters Susan (Ron) Estes and Sandra (John) Morse, both of Blissfield. Bev was so proud of having nine grandsons, Trevor, Adam and Aaron (Sara) Seeger, Andrew and John Estes, Christopher and Brent Alcock, and John and Robert (Stephanie) Morse. Also surviving is her brother, Keith Brieschke of Midland, Mich. Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother at birth. Funeral services will be held Monday, Feb. 16, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Blissfield, with the Rev. Paul Benjamin officiating. Following services, cremation will take place. Visiting hours will be Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, or to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home at church. |
Billy C. Skellenger Lapeer Billy C. Skellenger, 83, of Lapeer (formerly of Metamora) passed away Thursday (February 12, 2009). He was born March 13, 1925, in Flint, to Clarence and Ethel (Gath) Skellenger. He married Gurneth Townsend on June 28, 1945 in Washington, D.C. Mr. Skellenger proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He retired in 1980 from GM Truck & Coach as a machine repairman. Bill was a member of the Metamora Lions Club and Metamora Fire Department. He loved his garden, hunting, fishing and, in more recent years, bowling. It was a joy for Bill to have his grandchildren around. He is survived by his wife, Gurneth; children, Gary (Sandra) Skellenger of Columbiaville, Joanne (Bill) Inman of Lapeer, Dave Skellenger of Metamora; 6 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Carrol Crittenden of Flint. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Ethel Skellenger; brothers, Ray Crittenden and Glen Rogers; sister, Betty Wooster. Memorial |
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Boyd "Mike" Kittendorf 1935-2009 Boyd "Mike" Kittendorf, 73, Port Hope, passed away Thursday, February 05, 2009 at Mt. Clemens General Hospital. He was born on April 23, 1935 in Harbor Beach to the late Erwin and Blanche (Stocks) Kittendorf. Mike and Janet Steinhorst were united in marriage on September 21, 1957. Mike was a tool & dye maker for General Motors for many years. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Port Hope, the Port Hope Grindstone Sportsman Club and a former board member for the club. Mike enjoyed hunting, playing cards and anything that involved the outdoors. He is survived by his wife, Janet, Port Hope; sons, Dean (Beth) Kittendorf, Washington Township, David (Janet) Kittendorf, Richmond and Dale Kittendorf and his friend Jesse, Port Huron; three grandchildren, Darren Kittendorf, Daniel Kittendorf and Derek Kittendorf; brother, Charles Kittendorf, Peoria, Ill.; a sister, Nancy Salkind and her friend Daryl and a sister-in-law, Joann Kittendorf, Frankfort. Mike was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Everett Kittendorf and a sister, Patricia Kittendorf. There are no services planned at this time. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Brandon O. King, age 26, of White House, Texas, formerly of Gladwin, passed away on Jan. 31, 2009, unexpectedly at his home in Texas. |
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Breton Worth Hinkle, 31, of Grandville, formerly of East Grand Rapids, died Saturday Feb. 14, 2009.  Arrangements will be announced by Dykstra Funeral Homes Inc.  |
Deeds, C. Jay Grosse Pointe Park, MI Age 96, died on Wednesday, February 11, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Ruth E. (nee: Fansler). Father of Linda Hessmer (Gary), Nancy Holden (Craig), Patsy Pastoria (Tony), and twins, Jonas and John (Lisa) Deeds. Grandfather of five and great-grandfather of four. Memorial Service to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes to the American Cancer Society. A.J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2500. View obituary and share memories at www. DesmondFuneralHome.com |
CELIZIC MARIE STANISLAWN |
4-8 p.m. at the Wm. R. Hamilton Co., Mt. Clemens on Monday, February 16, 2009. Services at St. Louis Catholic Church, Clinton Twp. at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2009, Fr. Lawrence Pettke officiating. Memorials to the Michigan Humane Society or American Heart Association. |
CIARAMITARO JOSEPH |
at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Monday 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with evening rosary. Funeral Wednesday at St. Blase Catholic Church, 12151 Fifteen Mile Rd. (btwn: Van Dyke and Schoenherr). In state 9:00 a.m. until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memories to be shared at |
CORDEN MARIA |
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CORIO ANTHONY JR |
Tuesday 3-8 p.m. Burial Fort Custer National Cemetery. |
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Carol A. Schultz, 69, of Dun-dee, Michigan, died Friday morning, February 13, 2009 at Arbor Hospice Residence in Ann Arbor, Michigan. |
Carol Schultz, 69, of Dundee died Friday morning at the Arbor Hospice Residence, Ann Arbor. |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. |
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Catherine Allor, age 68, of Brooklyn passed away Feb. 12, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. Catherine was born on Aug. 6, 1940, in Detroit, the daughter of George and Constance (Zavicar) Barker. Catherine was a member of St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church. She is survived by her children, Thomas Hugo Allor, Jr. of Dearborn Heights, Janet Marie Allor of Grand Rapids,  and Michelle S. (Erik) Berg of Onsted; beloved grandchildren, Brinae Nicole Bain of Brooklyn and Annika Calen Berg of Onsted; mother, Constance Barker; siblings, George (Kathy) Barker, MaryLou Flowers, Linda (Tom) Ladoski, JoAnne (Clem) Wierzbicki, Ken (Debbe) Barker and Don (Betty) Barker. She was preceded in death by her father, George Barker, and sister, Janet Barker. Memorial donations may be given to the Cathy Allor Mathematics Scholarship Fund. Envelopes will be available at the Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Braun Chapel where family will receive friends on Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, from 2 to 6 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service. The family will receive friends at the St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. until the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. with Father Chris Talbot as Celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Cemetery. Please sign Catherine’s guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for her family by calling 877-231-7900.   |
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MERCER, Wis. -- Cecil E. Wraalstad, 85, of Mercer, entered into Eternal Life and joined his beloved wife, Lorraine, on Monday, Feb. 2, 2009. |
Charles M. Homolka, age 90 of Maybee passed away Thursday February 12, 2009 in his home. Charles was born to the late Charles and Emma (Nemec) Homolka in Chicago, Ill., on May 3, 1918. |
DRAHOS SHARON ANN |
February 15, 2009. Loving mother of Thomas, David, Jon and Karisa. Dear sister of Richard (Dolores) O'Driscoll. Also survived by two grandchildren. Funeral Tuesday 2 PM from L. J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.) Family will receive visitors on Monday 1-9 PM, Tuesday 12 Noon until time of service. Share a Memorial Tribute with the family at |
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ERWIN TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Daniel Virgil "Danny" Baross, 31, of Erwin Township, Ironwood, died unexpectedly Tuesday evening, Feb. 10, 2009, in Ironwood. |
David E. Wagner 1919-2009 David Earl Wagner, 89, Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2009, peacefully at his home. He was born in Harbor Beach on March 24, 1919 to the late David E. and Grace (Carr) Wagner. Dave and Anna Shubitowski were united in marriage on April 16, 1955. Dave graduated from Harbor Beach High School in 1938 and from the Bay City Business College in 1940. He was drafted into the army in 1942 with the first army draft from Huron County and was stationed in France and Germany. After his discharge he was employed at Huron Milling Company and Hercules, Inc. until his retirement in 1985. Dave was a member of the American Legion Post 197 of Harbor Beach and a life member of the Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Anna Wagner, Harbor Beach; three sons, David (Mary) Wagner, Oakland Township, Michael (Nashua) Wagner, New Hampshire and Daniel (Kelly) Wagner, Wixom; two daughters, Grace (Greg) Williams, Acworth, Ga. and Colette Rossetti, Woodstock, Ga.; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 7, 2009 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. Fr. Bill Spencer officiated, with burial taking place in the Our Lady of Lake Huron Church Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Diana Renee (Truitt) Curtis June 16, 1982 — Feb. 10, 2009 Diana Renee (Truitt) Curtis, of Moscow, Mich., passed away Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009. She was born June 16, 1982, in Hillsdale, the daughter of Gary and Theresa (Ruede) Truitt. She is survived by her parents, Gary and Theresa Truitt of Moscow; one sister, April Truitt of Moscow; three sons, Austin Michael Curtis, Damian Scott Curtis and Ayden Raymond Woodruff; her fiancé, Andrew Woodruff of Moscow, whom she planned to marry on June 5, 2010; grandmother, Evelyn Truitt of Moscow; godfather, Duncan Howard of Jackson and many aunts, uncles, close cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Verl Truitt and her grandfather and grandmother, William and Margaret Ruede. Diana graduated from North Adams-Jerome High School in North Adams in 2000 and she was attending Baker College in Jackson where she was studying to be a Registered Nurse. She also worked as a General Manager at Papa Johns Pizza in Jackson for over two years. A funeral service to honor the life of Diana Renee Curtis will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the First Church of Nazarene at 3905 Clinton Road, Jackson, MI 49201 with Pastor Ken Garner and Pastor Margie Hein officiating. Interment will take place in the Rice Cemetery in Moscow. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale. The family will also receive friends for visitation on Tuesday from Noon until the time of the service at the church. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family to be used toward an educational trust fund for Diana’s children. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home — Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
MICK, Dianne K. (Andrykovich) - Of Swartz Creek, died Friday, February 6, 2009 at Brian's House, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. There will be a Memorial Service for Dianne at St. Paul Lutheran Church on Saturday, February 14, at 11:00 AM. Visitors may meet with the family at 10:00 AM until the time of the service, Pastor Steven Maske officiating. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Don G. Miller, 55 of Montgomery, died on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009 in Montgomery. A memorial service will be held on Monday, Feb. 16, 2009 at 3 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with visitation prior to the service beginning at 1 p.m. Pastors Shayne Looper from Lockwood Community Church and Nelson Brandymore from the Coldwater Free Methodist Church will officiate. Don was born Dec. 24, 1953 in Coldwater to Austin and Grace (Shettler) Miller. He was a lifelong resident of the Branch County area and attended both the Coldwater Free Methodist Church and the Lockwood Community Church. Mr. Miller worked for many years at Adapt in Coldwater doing many different jobs. He enjoyed puzzles, music, sports and loved to just “construct” things. Most of all, Don enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Austin, his step-father Lloyd Reese, his sister Karen Miller, his stepbrother Walter Reese and his grandparents. Don is survived by his mother Grace Reese of Coldwater, his stepmother Pauline Miller of Coldwater, his brother Douglas (Connie) Miller of Pryor Lake, Minn., stepbrothers Wayne (Chris) Reese of Coldwater, Wendel Reese of Sterling Heights, many nieces, nephews, cousins, his friends at Adapt, Country Meadows and little Gracie. Memorials may be directed to the Adapt, Inc. |
Donald E. Bartel, Sr. Lapeer Donald E. Bartel, Sr., 80, of Lapeer, passed away Thursday (February 12, 2009). He was born July 23, 1928, in Capac, to Ervin and Edna (Miller) Bartel. He married Naida Joan Walker on September 4, 1948 in Imlay City. Donald graduated from Capac High School and spent time in the National Guard before he married Naida in 1948. Farming was his passion, he enjoyed checking his crop and anything to do with old tractors. He is survived by his children, Shirley (James) Pope of Lapeer, Sharon (LeRoy) Wallace of Michigamme, Carol (Robert) Rodgers of Attica, Donald (Cheryl) Bartel, Jr. of North Branch; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Naida Bartel in 2007; parents, Ervin and Edna Bartel; brother, Vernon Bartel. Visitation will take place 5-8 p.m., Sunday (February 15, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday (February 16, 2009) at the funeral home. Dea |
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Donald J. Miller 1944-2009 Donald J. Miller, 64, Ruth, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at St. Mary's Medical Center of Saginaw. He was born on June 30, 1944 in Ruth to the late Ignatius and Loretta (Lemanski) Miller. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Brown on June 27, 1964. Don worked as a meat cutter in several stores for many years. He loved hunting, working with his tractor on his hobby farm and he especially loved his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, Ruth; daughters, Tammy Harmon, Mayville, Dawn (Ric) Bischer, Yale, Madonna (Ambrose) Messing, Ruth and Tanya (Jose) Hernandez, Palm Coast, Fla.; 11 grandchildren, Heather Harmon, Greg Harmon, Chelsea Bischer, Sidney Bischer, Bailey Bischer, Brady Bischer, Justin Messing, Mitchell Messing, Kara Messing, Lily Hernandez and Adriana Hernandez; one great-granddaughter, Emma Fryers and a sister, Barbra (Richard) Gorney, Harbor Beach. Funeral mass was held on Saturday, February 7, 2009 in the St. Mary's Catholic Church of Parisville. Fr. Peter Nwokoye officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery in the spring. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Donald W. Rose, 85, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born Sept. 15, 1923 to Donald and Doris (Sawyer) Rose. Don was a 1941 graduate of North Adams High School. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II and the owner of Rose Brass. Surviving Don is a son, Brad (Melanie) Hamilton of Ann Arbor; a brother Richard (Anna Marie) Rose of Hillsdale; a granddaughter, Betsy Jo Hamilton of New York City; a grandson Zachary Hamilton of Ann Arbor; a niece, Marchelle Rose of Colorado; and two nephews Doug and Scott Rose of Washington. Don was preceded in death by his parents and a special friend Bea Loper. Graveside funeral services for Donald W. Rose will be at 12:30 p.m. Friday at Woodbridge Cemetery in Woodbridge Township. The family will receive friends for visitation 10 a.m. - noon Friday from at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to Hospice of HIllsdale County. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Donna Laurel Everson Lapeer Donna Laurel Everson, 91, a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away Wednesday (February 11, 2009). She was born September 6, 1917, in Capac, to George and Ada (Clouse) Schimmelpfenning. She married Ronald L. Everson in 1940. Donna was a good mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She is survived by her sons, David Everson of Lapeer and Robert Everson of Lapeer; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Jean (Jake) Dougherty of Lapeer, Marlin (Thelma) Judd of Attica, Victor Judd of Attica. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Everson in 1999; son, Ronald Everson; great-grandson, Ramos Briseno; parents, George Schimmelpfenning and Ada Judd; brothers, Charles Judd, Duane Judd, Orvin Schimmelpfenning. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral services were held Friday (February 13, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Rev. Peter DeKlerk officiated. Burial was in Stil |
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Dora "Leone" Yost, age 101, of Beaverton, passed away Saturday Feb. 7, 2009. |
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Dorothy M. Keech, 72, of Zeeland died Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. www.yntemafh.com   |
Dorothy S. Stoel, 97, of Charlevoix, died Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, at the Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. |
Dr. James R. Bower 1932-2009 James R. Bower, 76, Caseville, passed away on January 29, 2009, with his family by his side at Arbor Hospice in Ann Arbor. James Russell Bower was born on October 12, 1932 in Detroit. He was valedictorian of the Class of 1950 at Elkton Community High School and salutatorian at Central Michigan University in 1954. The first in his family to graduate college, Jim continued his higher education earning both a Master of Arts in Mathematics and a PhD in Education and Psychology from the University of Michigan s Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies at Ann Arbor. He was employed during three decades at the University of Michigan as an educator, psychologist and admissions director. Dr. Bower also owned a private practice and spent twenty years as a psychologist in the Van Buren / Belleville school district until he retired. Jim and Bev spent most weekends and summers at their cottage north of Caseville, which they purchased in 1970. Through highschool, Jim helped run the Bower Dairy Bar at Oak Beach, which was built by his parents, Harvey M. and Alvena Bower. Jim shared his passion for music, travel and creative expression with family and friends. He played tuba and piano, loved movies, musicals and people. Strangers became fast friends. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Beverly; twin sons, Jeffrey (Jayne) Bower, Ann Arbor and Jonathan (Joyce) Bower, Byron Center; daughter, Jamie (Kenneth) Maskell, Concord, Calif.; his namesake, James (Barbara) Bower, Byron Center; four pairs of grandchildren, Benjamin and Jonathan James, Bradley and Sara, Jenna and Kristen and Andrew James and Kersten and his sister, Carol (James) Hunt, Boise, Idaho. He was preceded in death by his proud parents, Harvey M. and Alvena Bower, Port Austin; his sister, Myrtle and his brother, Warren. The life of Dr. James R. Bower was celebrated at a special family gathering featuring scripture, food, music, tears and laughter. In lieu of flowers, honor him with contributions to a charity of your choice. With strong legs pumping pedals on the grandest piano of them all, his humor and sparkle light the heavens, night and day, until we re all reunited side by side. Arrangements were handled by the Cremation Society of Michigan. |
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Edith M. Conrod, age 86, of Sturgis, passed away Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 at Thurston Woods Village. She was born April 5, 1922 in Danzig, Germany, a daughter to the late Georg and Anna (Link) Ammer. On Nov. 23, 1957, in the Sturgis First Presbyterian Church, she married Ralph L. Conrod. He preceded her in death on March 16, 2004. Edith moved to the United States at the age of four. She resided in Three Rivers for a few years and then moved to Sturgis. She enjoyed farming, spending time with her family, and she enjoyed raising Swiss cows and her cats. Surviving are three children: Ralph “Bud” (Stephanie)  Conrod Jr., Shirley (Randy) Johnson and Cindy (Todd) Conrod all of Sturgis; two step-children that Edith loved and treated as her own: Mike (Nan) Conrod of Sturgis and Peggy (Loyd) Albright of Sherwood; and 13 grandchildren: Andy (Becca), Erin (Will), Courtney, Chase, Ralph III, Stephen, Kyle, Michelle (Rick), Jamie (Leslie), Ryan, Jennifer, Kim (Bob), and Kelly; 16 great-grandchildren: Madisyn, Breckin, Brailey, Kaylie, Blake, Jasmin, Thomas, Nicholas, Luke, Joseph, Daniel, Benjamin, Giselle, Kayla, Brady, and Rose. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brother Helmuth “Dutch” Ammer. According to her wishes, there will be no visitation, as cremation has taken place. A gathering celebrating the life of Edith M. Conrod will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, at the home of her daughter: Shirley Johnson, 25890 Mintdale Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091. Memorial donations may be directed to the Fawn River Clovers 4-H Club, 27020 Mahle Landing, Sturgis, MI 49091. Arrangements are being handled by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel. Her obituary is also at www.tributes.com. |
Edwin J. Zick 1919-2009 Edwin J. Zick, 89, Harbor Beach, formerly of Port Hope, passed away Sunday, February 08, 2009 at Courtney Manor Nursing Home in Bad Axe. He was born on April 1, 1919 in Port Hope to the late Albert and Otilda (Arntz) Zick. Edwin was united in marriage to Esther Steinbis on April 10, 1948 in Port Hope. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope, a member of Farm Bureau and the Port Hope Senior Citizens. Edwin enjoyed fishing and playing euchre with his family and friends, as he was a member of several card clubs. He is survived by his wife, Esther Zick, Harbor Beach; children, Gary Zick, Caro, Gail (Gary) Wertz, Traverse City, Ron (Janet) Zick, Charlotte, N.C. and Peggy (Jim) Beutel, Pinconning; five grandchildren; one soon great-grandchild and a sister, Beatrice Carson, Harbor Beach. He was preceded in death by brothers, Arthur, Durell and Wilbert Zick and sister, Esther Liedke. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 12 noon in the St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope. Rev. Greg Eilers will officiate, with burial taking place in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday will be in the church beginning at 11 a.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or the donors choice. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Keel, Elden Ray Breckenridge, Michigan Age 84, went to be with the love of his life and savior on February 12, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw, surrounded by family. He was born January 18, 1925, in Midland County, the son of Leroy and Virginia Keel. He graduated from Merrill High School class of 1943. He served as an M.P. in the U.S. Army during WWII. On June 15, 1947, he married his grade school sweetheart Ruth Hall in Wheeler, a union of almost 60 years. They raised two children and shared the memories of a lifetime. He farmed until 1967 and retired from Dow Chemical after 35 years. After retiring he worked as a custodian at the Breckenridge United Methodist Church, a currier for Farmers' State Bank and assisted at Whiting's Funeral Chapel. Elden was a member of the Breckenridge United Methodist Church for 31 years; as well as a member of the Breckenridge American Legion. The things he enjoyed most were the hobbies and interests that he shared with his wife, including, camping, gardening, walking, traveling, craft shows, and woodworking. The devotion and care he showed for his wife was the ultimate display of unconditional love. His wonderful stories, jokes, and words of wisdom that made those around him all smile, will be forever missed. As a husband, father, and grandfather he was an exceptional man that made every person in his life feel loved and treasured. He is survived by his loving children, Rodger (Diana) Keel of Florida; and Pat (John) Schultz of Wheeler; sister, Wanetta (Henry) Hopkins of Breckenridge; grandchildren, Carol Stahl of Florida, Linette (Brad) Short of Breckenridge, Brian (Amy) Keel of Lansing, Johnathan (Tiffany) Schultz of Lake Isabella, Melissa (Nicho) Carey of Alma, Alicia Schultz of Wheeler; and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife Ruth Keel (Hall), brother Glen Keel, sister Nova Wagoner, and sister Freda Peterson. Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, February 15th at Lux and Whiting Funeral Chapel in Breckenridge. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 16th, at the Breckenridge United Methodist Church at 11:00 a.m., interment will be at Ridgelawn Cemetery, Breckenridge. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Breckenridge United Methodist Church. To view Elden's obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com |
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Eleanor Galloway, 90 of Bronson, died Friday evening, Feb. 13, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Kolcz Funeral Home as soon as information is available. |
FITZPATRICK JIM |
Age 76. February 12, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary Jo. Dear father of Geralyn (Robert) Burcar, James (Jenny) and Paul (Erica). Loving grandfather of Jenna, Bobby, Austen, Loren, Tristen, Kate, Addison, Erin, Isaac, Elise and Amanda. Brother of Frank (Barb) and the late Margaret (the late Joe) Strogen. Memorial visitation Tuesday 7-9 PM at Kaul Funeral Home 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Share a memory with the family at |
FORCADE MARY |
starting at 9 a.m. at St. Paul's Church, 157 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms. Memorials may be sent to St. Paul's Church or AASH, 801 S. Spoede, S. Louis, MO 63131. |
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. |
GOWANS BONNIE JEAN |
Age 66, Saturday, February 14, 2009, of Bloomfield Hills. Beloved wife of James A. Gowans. Loving mother of Elizabeth K. Ahrens (Neil) and Stacey G. Cross (Joe). Grandmother of Alex, Owen, and Jonny Cross. Sister of Ginger Hanson (Glen) and James R. Pertl (Gwen). Family will receive friends Monday 4-7 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd. (between Maple and Big Beaver). Memorial Mass, Tuesday 10 a.m. at Holy Name Church, 630 Harmon at Woodland, Birmingham. Memorials may be made to the Crooked Tree Arts Center, 461 E. Mitchell, Petoskey, MI 49770. View obituary and share memories at |
GRAHAM STERLING E JR |
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George E. Murray Lapeer George E. Murray, 87, of Lapeer (formerly of Hammond, Ind.) passed away Sunday (February 8, 2009). He was born September 1, 1921, in Inkster, N.D., to George and Edith (Warner) Murray. He married Nora M. Bergerson on May 5, 1946 in Chicago, Ill. Mr. and Mrs. Murray were members of Christ the King Lutheran Church, Lapeer. George served in the U.S. Navy, as a Corpman, in WWII. He worked at Union Carbide and Pullman Standard. George enjoyed traveling, fishing and feeding the birds. Mr. Murray was a loyal Cubs baseball fan and, most importantly, a loving husband and family man. He is survived by his wife, Nora Murray of Lapeer; children, Glenn (Linda) Murray of Lapeer and Debbie (Ron) Stallings of Imlay City; 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Edith Murray; 6 brothers and 4 sisters. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church Building Fund, P. |
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George Henry McClain, age 90, of Mendon, Mich., died Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at his home, following a long illness.  He was born in Leonidas Township on Aug. 1, 1918, to Charles Henry and Martha L. (Rench) Becker.  His father died when Henry was very young, and he was adopted by Robert John McClain.  Henry was a lifetime resident of the Mendon area, and attended the Cupp Country School. He served with the U.S. Army in the South Pacific during World War II. Henry established McClain Excavating and was the initial excavator for Swiss Valley Ski Resort, and dug most of the early irrigation ponds in St. Joseph County.  He was a member of the former VFW Post #4898 and the Mendon Kiwanis Club.  He was a 4-H Leader for several years when his children were young. Following his retirement, Henry volunteered for Habitat for Humanity and enjoyed making furniture and woodworking. He was currently a member of the New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church. Henry was married to (Juanita) Jeanne Simpson on Aug. 13, 1951, in Mendon.  She survives, along with five children, Dana Webster of Berrien Springs, John McClain (Patty) of Mendon, Tom McClain (Cheryl) of Sun City, Ariz., Jim McClain (Mary) of Sturgis, and Dick McClain (Kim) of South Bend, Ind.; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren;  four brothers, Robert McClain and Ernest McClain of Three Rivers, Stanley McClain and Donald McClain of Mendon; two sisters, Mary Spealman and Martha McClain both of Mendon; several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Charles McClain; and a sister, Anna Oldenburg. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday,  at the funeral home, with the Rev. Clint Zehr, pastor of the New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church of Colon, officiating. Military interment will be in Mendon Cemetery.  Memorial donations are suggested to the Mendon Food Cupboard.  Online register and condolences may be sent to www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.    |
HOLDEN GEORGE |
Age 66 of Rochester Hills, February 14, 2009. Loving husband of Patricia. Dear father of Kathryn (Patrick) Driscoll and Mark (Michelle) Holden. Brother of Margaret (Peter) Larsen and Christine Holden. Funeral Mass Wednesday, February 18, 2009 11:00 a.m. with an in state time of 10:30 a.m. St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood, Rochester. The family will receive friends Monday 6-8 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. and Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd, Rochester. Interment Van Hoosen Jones Cemetery. Memorials to the D.A.V. Online guestbook |
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Tuesday 2-9PM at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe with a scripture service at 8PM. In state 9:30AM Wednesday at St. Basil Church until Mass at 10AM. Burial Sacred Heart Cemetery, Roseville. |
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Harold L. Ruble, 80, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Feb. 9, 2009 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born April 7, 1928 in Cameron, W.Va. to Ruffus and Jessie (McGranahan) Ruble. He was married Nov. 26, 1950 to Rosalie L. Clegg and she preceded him in death June 6, 2008. Harold was a former machinist for Dana Corporation and was retired as a custodian for Hillsdale Community Schools. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, a member of the American Legion and a member of First Baptist Church in Hillsdale. Harold enjoyed gardening and was devoted to his family. He is survived by three daughters, Debra (Dennis) Wainscott of Hillsdale, Dlorah (Jim) Ball of St. Clairsville, Ohio, and Brenda (Richard) Kramerick of Moundsville, W.Va.; a daughter-in-law, Connie Ruble-Brown of Hillsdale;  seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Besides his wife Rosalie, he was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Marty; and a brother. Funeral services for Harold Ruble will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday the First Baptist Church in Hillsdale with the Rev. James Olinger officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the First Baptist Church of Hillsdale or the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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. |
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Henrietta was born July 29, 1908 in Holland, Michigan to John and Clara Vogelzang, founders of Vogelzang Hardware Stores. She assisted in the early development of the stores. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bernard Henry Kuipers a Grand Rapids builder, and by her siblings Geraldine, Leonard, John, and Nicholas. She is survived by siblings Wilma, Abraham, and William, and by her children Dr. Donald and Lucille Kuiper, Joanne and Dr. Arnold Pals, Dr. Bernard and Dr. Suzannah Kuipers, and Carole and Ken Dykema, by 12 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. Henrietta will be remembered gratefully by her children for teaching them to love the Lord and for her concerted efforts to interest them in careers in medicine. She lived her faith as a long time member of Plymouth Heights Christian Reformed Church where she volunteered as a mentor in the Friendship program for the disabled. She was a caller for FISH, and was active in the RBC prayer group and the Christian Women’s luncheons. She was a valued volunteer for the Maple Grove Guild of Kent Community Hospital where she served as president from 1985 - 1988. She was remembered for her work as a chaplain’s aid. The family is grateful for the care and love shown to their mother by the dedicated staff at the Michigan Christian Home, now Beacon Hill, where she lived since 1996. The service will be held at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel on Monday at 12 p.m., with Rev. Carolyn Wharton of Plymouth Heights CRC officiating. Visitation will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday as well as one hour prior to the service. Interment Pilgrim Home Cemetery, Holland, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Beacon Hill at Eastgate.  |
IN LOVING MEMORY OF James M. Racknor 11/11/47 - 01/11/09 A month of tomorrows has started without you, and we still find our eyes filled with tears. We know a angel called your name and took you up above. God saw you getting tired and full of pain with tearful eyes we watched you suffer then fade away. We didn't want to lose you, but we knew relief was not to be. God closed your tired eyes now emptiness and memories must take the place of you. We all miss you. Your wife, kids and grand kids. |
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Ila Fay Russell, 94, of Debary, Fla., went home to be with the Lord, Feb. 2, 2009. She was born in Manitou Beach, and lived in the surrounding area for the majority of her life. Ila worked as a nurses aide in the TB ward in Ann Arbor and received a cosmetology degree from Hillsdale Beauty School. She retired from Mohawk Tool but continued her hair dressing business for many years after. Ila married Leslie Gallippo in 1938, who preceded her in death, and had three children, Carol (Wendell) Mitchell of Frontier, Bonnie (Charles) Weakley of Cambria, and Karen (Dave) Parkhurst of Debary, Fla. Ila married Guy Russell in 1957, who preceded her in death, and added four more children to her family, Bob Russell of Hillsdale, Jane (Glen) Keith of Frontier, Guy (Debbie) Russell of Frontier, and Penny (Gary) Snyder of Montgomery. She had 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one sister Dorothy Smith of Adrian. Ila raised two families and was very active in her church, teaching Sunday school and helping wherever help was needed. Also preceding her in death were one grandson, Charles Weakley; six sisters; and one brother. Arrangements are pending. |
HEFT, James Thomas - Age 53, of Fenton, died Friday, February 13, 2009 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton, Pastor David Boillat officiating. Burial immediately following at Oakwood Cemetery, Fenton. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Tuesday from 1-9 PM and Wednesday from 12:00 PM until time of service. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the James T. Heft Memorial Fund. James was born October 7, 1955 in Flint, the son of Thomas L. and Marie A. (Giffen) Heft. He was a 1975 graduate of Fenton High School and had resided in Fenton his entire life. He owned and operated James Heft Plumbing and Heating. James also was a member of Michigan Cruiser Car Club. Surviving are: son, Chad James Heft; mother, Marie Heft of Fenton; brother, Greg and wife Judy Heft of Fenton; 2 sisters, Suzanne and husband Bob Prophet of Fenton and Carol and husband Burt Summers of Durand; mother of his son, Shana Heft of Fenton; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Aloma and Gerald Joslin of Harrison; brother-in-law, Chris Joslin of Fenton; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Heft. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
James J. Brown, 46, of Blissfield, passed away Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009, at University Hospital in Ann Arbor. |
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Janice M. Paige, 68, of Jonesville passed away Monday, Feb. 9, 2009 at  Battle Creek Health System. She was born May 1, 1940 in Hudson to Dale and Dorothy (Mohr) Swander. She was married Nov.12, 1961 to Ralph Paige and he survives. Janice was a 1958 graduate of Hudson High School. She was a former member of Locust Corners Baptist Church in Waldron and Calvary Baptist Church in Hillsdale. Surviving besides her husband Ralph are two daughters, Pam (Scott) Caldwell of Jonesville and Lisa Smith of Brooklyn; a son Bryan (Shelly) Paige of Jonesville; two sisters, Marilyn (Terry) Helmick and Lois (Gale) Nye both of Jonesville; four brothers Carl (Wanda) Swander and Denny (Betty) Swander both of Florida, Don (Kay) Swander of Tennessee and Wayne (Shirley) Swander of Jonesville; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Janice M. Paige will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with Pastor Les Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to the United Brethren Church in Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eagleuneralhomes.com |
Joan Evelyn (Kirk) Shirkey was born on May 14, 1930, in Bay City, MI, one of the eight children of John and Neta (Nelson) Kirk. She died at home on February 12, 2009, in Oscoda, MI. |
John quot;Chuck quot; James, age 72, of Carleton, died February 11, 2009. Beloved husband of Alice James. Loving father of Chris (Susan) James, Mark (Dawn) James and Randy (Carrie) James. |
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John K. Gallagher, 84, of LaGrange, Ind, died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 pm on Friday, at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange with a rosary service at 8 pm. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, LaGrange. |
John R. Rothenberger, 83, of Texas, formerly of Carleton, died Friday. Arrangements by Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Carleton Chapel. |
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Joseph Anthony Applegate, age 34, of Jackson, formerly of Marion, Ohio, passed away in Korea on Feb. 10, 2009. Funeral arrangements are pending at Patience-Montgomery Funeral Home, Jackson, (517-782-0591). A complete obituary will be be printed later. |
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Joseph “Ed” Martin, age 81, of Adrian, died Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. He was born Aug. 27, 1927, in Detroit to John B. and Louise (Hartung) Martin. He graduated from Morenci High School in 1945. He had been a resident of the Adrian area since 1948. On April 16, 1971, he married Shirley Cook. He was involved in dairy farming for 29 years, and then worked at Merillat Industries, retiring in 1990. He served in the U.S. Army Construction Engineers from 1946 to 1947. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus Council #1665, and the American Legion. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, enjoyed bowling, and traveling with his wife. In addition to his wife, Shirley, he is survived by three sons, Joseph E. Martin Jr. and his wife, Pam, of Adrian, John D. Martin and his wife, JoAnn, of DeWitt, Iowa, and James A. Martin and his wife, Tami, of Cool, Calif.; a daughter, Marianne Martin of Adrian; three step-sons, Richard Cook Jr. of Adrian, David B. Cook and his wife, Marline, of Ionia, Mich., and Michael E. Cook, of Adrian; a stepdaughter, Sue Lewis, and her husband, Patrick, of Adrian; a brother, Jack Martin, and his wife, Nancy, of Adrian; four sisters, Sr. Pat Martin, O.P. of Adrian, Rosemary Case of Adrian, Barbara Ferris of Adrian, and Martha Monahan and her husband, Paul, of Hudson, Mich.; a sister-in-law, Gena Martin, of Somerset Center; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Bill Martin; and a sister, Delores Figy. The Funeral Liturgy will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church presided by Fr. Robert Schramm.  Burial will be in the Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh.  Visitation will be held on Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where there will be a Vigil Prayer Service held at 7 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Tuesday, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Judith Ann Oliver age 68 of Mackinaw City passed away late Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
Judith Hosler Dryden Judith Hosler, 66, of Dryden, passed away Thursday (February 12, 2009) at Hurley Hospital in Flint. Judith Carol Sawgle was born April 15, 1942, in Dryden, the daughter of Herbert and Emma Sawgle. Judy grew up in Dryden. She married Milton "Mick" Bernard Hosler on May 20, 1963 in Romeo. Judy retired from Dryden Community Schools in 2004 as Plant Manager. She worked at the schools from 1978-2004. She was a member of the Board of Lapeer County Community Trust Fund for local scholarships and was a board member of Growth & Opportunity in Lapeer. She is survived by her husband, Mick Hosler of Dryden; children, Andrew (Connie) Williams of Lapeer, April (David) Copp of Dryden, Anthony (Amy) Campbell of Dryden, Autumn (Steve) Rives of Attica, Angela (Tim) Hill of Dryden; stepchildren, Tony (Janene) Hosler of Milan, Sherrie (Darryl) Murray of Tipton, Brenda (Cheryl) Hosler of Tipton, Diane (Terry) Strozier of Milan; sister, Susan (Jerry) Conn of Dryden; b |
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Judith M. Wise, 67, passed away on Jan. 27, 2009, in Midland. She was born on Aug. 14, 1941, in Saginaw to Sam and Betty (Emeott) Soriteu. |
KELLY ROBERT LINDSAY |
February 9, 2009. Mr. Kelly received his formal education in the Detroit Public Schools. While growing up in Detroit's "Black Bottom" he attended Miller Intermediate School and graduated from Eastern High School in 1936. He honorably served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Having a strong desire for independence, he went on to fulfill his long desire to become an entrepreneur. In 1957, he opened the "Elbow Lounge", a small club on Mack Ave. He turned the business into a meeting place for friends and local patrons. Surviving are one step-daughter, Joan Scott Brown; three nephews, Theodore, Robert (Mattie) and Wade (Ethel) Johnson and other relatives and a host of friends. Funeral Tuesday, February 17, 2009, 11 a.m., family hour at 10:30 a.m., Swanson Funeral Home, 806 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit. |
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Tuesday 3 to 7 p.m. with Rosary at 5 p.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family wishes to thank Beaumont Hospice. Memorials may be made to Beaumont Hospice. |
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Kenneth Engelsman, age 77, of Zeeland, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2009, at his home. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Kimberly Meeuwsen in 1991, his brother Earl Engelsman and his brother-in-law, Mel Walcott. He was a member of Drenthe Christian Reformed Church and retired from Kelvinator Manufacturing. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joanne; children: Gary and Judith Engelsman of Holland, Jim and Rhonda Engelsman of Zeeland, Randy and Cindy Engelsman of Zeeland, Kristi and Greg Cook of Spring Lake, Rick and Deb Engelsman of Zeeland; 13 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; brothers and sister: Dale and Ruth Engelsman, Lee and Diane Engelsman, Betty and Dick Van Order, all of Zeeland; and sister-in-law: Evelyn Walcott of Zeeland. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Drenthe Christian Reformed Church with the Reverend Calvin Vander Meyden officiating.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in West Drenthe Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com. |
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Kirk Lee Edwards, age 60, of Adrian and Bay Pines, Fla., went to be with his Lord on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, at the VA Bay Pines Hospital. Arrangements are pending with the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
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Kristine Lawless, 48, of Holland, died Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St. www.lifestorynet.com |
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LAWRENCE "LARRY" E. TONOWSKI PORT HURON Lawrence "Larry" Edward Tonowski , age 45, a resident of Port Huron passed away very unexpectedly on Friday February 6, 2009 at St. Joseph-Mercy Hospital in Port Huron. He was born on September 24, 1963 in Detroit a son of Lawrence F. and Rachel J. (MacDonald) Tonowski. Larry worked at Goodwill Industries in Port Huron for a number of years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus-St. Marys in Port Huron. Larry enjoyed football and a was dedicated Detroit Lions fan. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Larry is survived by his wife Brandi Fox-Tonowski of Port Huron, his parents; Larry F. and Rachel Tonowski of Croswell, one brother; James (Michele) Tonowski of Livermore, California, two sisters; Catherine (Doug) Watson of Croswell and Jayne Tonowski of Livermore, Califonia, several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a niece, Jennifer L. Watson in 1999. Funeral Mass was held at St.Patricks Catholic Church in Croswell with Fr. Donald J. Eppenbrock officiating. Interment followed in the Mt. Hope Catholic Cemetery. Memorials in memory of Larry may be made to the "March of Dimes." Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Six South Howard Avenue, Croswell, MI 48422. |
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Tuesday 5 to 9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Memorial service at 7:00 p.m. with Military Honors 7:30 p.m. |
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February 15, 2009. Age 70. Beloved mother of Jeffrey W. (Susan), Paul E. (Kristi), Richard M., Denise M. and Rhonda Russell. Dear sister of Dorothy (John) Skowronek, Thomas (Peggy) Gruba, James (Mary) Gruba, Kathleen (David) Jatczak and Michael (Isabel) Gruba. Dear grandmother of Brie, Colby, Megan, Delaney, Daniel and Katie. Memorial service Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. from the Chapel of the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Rd. (W. of Lilley Rd.). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Share a "memorial tribute" with the family at |
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TEHACHAPI, Calif. -- Laina E. Kemppainen, 86, of Tehachapi, Calif., died Sunday morning, Feb. 8, 2009, in Tehachapi. |
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Larry A. Lopez, age 69, of Adrian, died Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, in his home with his family at his side. He was born on Oct. 20, 1939, in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Avelardo and Maria (Rangel) Lopez. He married Marjean Sackett and later married Peggy Tuell. Larry was a self-employed carpenter and a driver, owner and trainer of harness horses since the late 1970s. He was a member of the American Trotters Association, was an active outreach worker at the Lenawee County Migrant Camps as well as a foster grandparent for Lenawee County. In his free time he enjoyed reading, canoeing, golfing, mushroom hunting and fishing. Larry was an avid Notre Dame football fan and loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandson. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. Larry is survived by two sons, Mark (Lori) Sackett of Clinton, Mich., and Keith (Alena) Watson of Tecumseh; two daughters, Amy Jo (Keith Sweinhagen) Sackett and Sarah (Chance Hiser) Lopez, both from Adrian; two brothers, Richard (Jane) Lopez of Clinton and Augustine Lopez of Ann Arbor; two sisters, Grace (Clare) Bates of Battle Creek and Bertha Lopez of Adrian; eight grandchildren, Chelsea, Taylor, Luke, Jared, Morgan, Colt, Dustin and Lina; one great-grandson, Carter Michael; and another grandson on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Rudy, and an aunt, Santos. Visitation will take place at Handler Funeral Home in Tecumseh on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m., with services to follow at 7 p.m. with Pastor Steve Decker from Hospice of Lenawee officiating. Cremation will follow the services. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.   |
CAMPBELL, Lenora Virginia - Age 80, of Flint, formerly of Fenton, went to be with her Lord Thursday, February 12, 2009. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Monday, February 16, 2009 at Calvary Apostolic Tabernacle, 1013 Hughes St., Flint, Pastor Keith McKinnies officiating. Burial will follow in Tyrone Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held 2-5 and 7-9 PM Sunday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. On-line condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
Leone F. Weaver, 81, of Sheridan Avenue, Niles, died at 2:55 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at her home peacefully, following an extended illness. |
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YOUNG, Mrs. Linelle W. Age 98 Kalamazoo, MI Passed away February 9, 2009. Services will be held 12 Noon Monday, with a 11:00 AM Family Hour at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Interment will be held in Danville, KY. Arrangements by the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. You may visit Mrs. Young's online obituary at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com |
Lonnie A. Pickett Jackson Lonnie A. Pickett, 69, of Jackson (formerly of Lapeer) passed away peacefully at home February 8, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. Lonnie was a retired truck driver, with 47 years of service. He was a jack of all trades, enjoying carpentry and landscaping. He was a big supporter of the University of Michigan Athletics, especially their football team. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Patti; sons, Kurtis, Matt (Brenda), and Kevin (Holly) Pickett; daughters, Creightyn (Jay) McMunn and Tammy (Cortney) Pickett; grandchildren, Rusty, Jonathan, Steven, Haley, and Zachary; great-grandchildren, Van and Lincoln; 5 sisters and 1 brother; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Carolyn (Corey) Duncan and Jerry (Rhonda) Krumm; special 4-legged son, Muggs. He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother. A celebration of Lonnie s life was held Saturday (February 14, 2009) at Sherwood Funeral Home, Grass Lake, Mich. Please si |
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Lorna E. Baker, age 83, of Holland Township, died Wednesday, February 11, 2009, at Resthaven Care Center-Boersma Cottage.  She retired from United Parcel Service after 10 years.  She was preceded in death by her first husband, Donald Kenyon, in 1974; and son-in-law, Robert Brondyke, in 1996. She is survived by her husband, Rowland; and children, Nancy and Douglas Steck of Holland, Marilyn and Tom Handy of Holland, Susan and Mark Galat of Haslett, MI, Dawn and Paul Cochran of Crystal Lake, IL; stepchildren, Cynthia Gaudette of Traverse City, Douglas and Sharon Baker of Burleson, TX,  Todd Baker of Granburry, TX; six grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nephews, nieces and cousins. The memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 20, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.  Dr. Daniel Miller will be officiating.  Inurnment will be in Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet, MI. Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Friday, February 20, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Kidney Foundation-West Michigan Area or the Alzheimer's Association. An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com  for those who cannot attend the services.     |
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Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
Louise Wilhelmina Neuman Otter, age 88, of Huron Township, died on Saturday, February 14, 2009 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family. |
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Luis Duenas, 70, died Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009.  Arrangements will be announced by Dykstra Funeral Homes Inc.    |
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Lyle Dean Domer was born Sept. 30, 1936, in LaGrange County, Ind. Lyle passed away on Feb. 8, 2009, in Bullhead City, Ariz.  He served four years in the United States Navy and 34 years of dedicated service with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He retired from the Chicago office in 1994 as communications manager. Lyle was preceded in death by his parents, Iva Jean and Lawrence Domer. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 48 years, Patricia, and three children, Gail (Peter), Timothy (Lisa) and Brian (Katharine). He was the loving grandfather of Madison, Grace, Regina, Sophia and Vincent. A memorial service will take place this summer in Illinois. Lyle will remain forever in our hearts. May he rest in peace.   |
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Mabel A. Keller, age 97, of Jasper passed away Friday, Feb. 13, 2009.  She was born Nov. 13, 1911, in Pike Township, Fulton County, Ohio, to Alfred and Emma (Kutzley) Barnes. She attended the Fruit Ridge School and was a graduate of Sand Creek High School, Class of 1930. She then graduated from Lenawee County Normal School and taught at several Lenawee one-room schools, the last being Tuft School in Seneca. On March 4, 1933, she married John H. Keller of Morenci in Angola, Ind., and he preceded her in death in 1982. She was a member of the Jasper Woman’s Club, Fairfield Chapter #224 Order of the Eastern Star, and the Weston United Methodist Church, which she attended from early childhood. She and her husband owned Keller Insurance Agency from 1952 to 1978 where she managed the office until the agency was sold to their son, Howard.  She then spent her winters in Palmetto, Fla., where she was active in several clubs until 2004. She is survived by her two sons, Howard J. (Margie) Keller of Sand Creek and George W. (Alice) Keller of Sunbury, Ohio. A third son, Charles, died as an infant. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Kevin H. (Debra) Keller of Jasper, Craig (Becky) Keller of Galena, Ohio, Kristi Keller of Sand Creek, Kerry A. (Constance) Keller of Sand Creek, Bradley (Mary) Keller of Galena, Ohio, and Karen Keller Lambka of Sand Creek; 16 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a special sister-in-law, Aldyth Barnes of Seneca. Besides her husband and son, she was preceded in death by her parents and eight siblings, Ruth Bovee, Blanche Waldron, Edith Thiel, Erma Graham, Howard Barnes, Donald Barnes, Everett Barnes and Vernon Barnes. The funeral service for Mabel will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Mark Smith officiating. Burial will take place in Weston Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. and an Eastern Star service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, conducted by the Fairfield Order of the Eastern Star. You may also send condolences or sign the register book at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Mabel may be made to the Weston United Methodist Church or Maurice Spear Campus. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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Margaret (Salsbury-Caulkins) Blaine, of Ohio, formerly of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Maumee, Ohio. Services are pending at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale and a complete obituary will follow in Saturday’s paper. |
Margaret L. Humphrys Lapeer Margaret L. Humphrys, 80, of Lapeer, passed away Saturday (February 7, 2009). She was born June 22, 1928, in Alma, Mich., to Leo and Margaret (Barry) Norman. She married Despard "Des" Humphrys on February 19, 1955. Margaret was a Registered Nurse who began her career out of state, but finished at Lapeer Regional Hospital. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Mrs. Humphrys enjoyed collecting recipes- due to the size of her family, playing cards and just loved turtles. She is survived by her husband, "Des" Humphrys; children, Michael (Kay) Humphrys of North Branch, Kathy Humphrys-Vechell of Lapeer, Margaret (Paul) Waugh ofLapeer, James (LeeAnn) Humphrys of North Carolina, Sharon (Mark) Galla of Illinois, Mary (Randy) Arakawa of Illinois, Debra (David) Nienaber of Colorado, Janette (Chris) Heersche of Illinois, John Humphrys of Lapeer, David Humphrys of Lapeer; 33 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary (Ray) Sisan of S |
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Marguerite Mabel Alexander, 96, of Monroe died at 12:55 p.m. Wednesday at Tendercare of Monroe. She had been in poor health for several years. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. |
Maria Lynn Pellikka was born August 27, 1948 in Midland, Michigan. Maria was the oldest of four daughters born from the union of Henry Pellikka and Ellen (Kuivinen) Pellikka. She graduated from Midland High School. |
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WAUWATOSA, Wis. -- Marilynn A. Loreti, 59, of Wauwatosa, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009. |
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Marlene Rodgers, 70, of Monroe died Thursday night at home. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home, Monroe. |
Schuch, Marlene B. (Stanley) Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Schuch passed away unexpectedly Friday morning, February 13, 2009 at her residence, age 72 years. The Funeral Liturgy is being planned for Tuesday and a complete obituary will be announced in Sunday's edition of the paper. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. Sunday & Monday from 2:00 to 5:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. |
OVERWAY (BOERSMA) - Martha Overway (Boersma), aged 77, of Jenison, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2009. Funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. at the Fellowship Reformed Church. Interment Floral View Memorial Gardens. Friends may meet with the family at the VanderLaan Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A complete obituary will be in Sunday's Grand Rapids Press. VANDERLAAN-HUDSONVILLE www.vanderlaanfuneralhome.net |
Mary C. (Lipford) Walters, age 69, of Monroe, MI, passed away Friday, February 13, 2009, at Elderly Solutions where she had been for the past month. Mary was a resident of Norman Towers. |
HOY, Mary Louann (Hook) - Age 60, of Frankenmuth, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2009 at St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw. Funeral Services will be 1PM Monday, February 16, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. Interment will follow at Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be 11AM Monday until time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.Online condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Mary Rose Webb, 96, of Ironwood, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
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Maxine Marie Capp, age 72, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road in Sturgis.  A complete obituary with funeral service times will appear in the Sturgis Journal’s Weekend edition.   |
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Maxine Marie Capp, age 72, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, at the Parkview Hospital in Ft. Wayne, Ind. She was born May 2, 1936 in Hastings, Mich., a daughter to the late John and Beldon (Blanck) Cheney. On Aug. 15, 1952, in Battle Creek, she married John Harrison Capp. He preceded her in death in Sept. of 1977. Maxine has been a resident of Sturgis since 1985, moving here from White Pigeon. She enjoyed genealogy and ceramics and was involved in the 4-H program while residing in White Pigeon. Surviving are eight children, Mary (Larry) Cotter of Hudsonville, Mich., John Richard (Cheryl) Capp of Wyoming, Mich., Karen Sue (Donald) Truppa of Sturgis, Kathleen Lynn (David) VandenBos of Sturgis, James Lee (Nancy) Capp of Sturgis,  Eileen Beth (Curt) Thomas of Nashville, Ind., Timothy Brice (Angie) Capp of Middlebury, Ind., and Marc Douglas Capp of Sturgis; 10 grandchildren, Miranda Cotter, Autumn VandenBos, Billie Wagner, Christina Hanshew, Darcy VandenBos, Michael Cotter, Colin Capp, Ashley Wilson, Brett Truppa, and Spencer Wilson; five great-grandchildren, Benjamen John VandenBos, Skyler Hanshew, Elijah Wagner, Angelina Hanshew, and Jasamine Blaising; a brother, George Raymond (Anna) Cheney of Constantine, Mich.; long-time companion: Lee Castleton of Sturgis. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091. Funeral services celebrating the life of Maxine Marie Capp will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home.  Interment will follow in White Pigeon Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Association. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.tributes.com   |
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Age 95 of Rochester Hills, February 13, 2009. Loving wife of the late Mike. Dear mother of Bette Jo McBride, Cheryl (Dennis) Coons and the late Karla Jean (James Allen) MacKay. Grandmother of Kurt, Cheryl Lynn, Scott and Hans. Great-grandmother of Travis, Sierra, Kathleen, Haley, Julia, Dana, Jessica and Kim. Great-great-grandmother of Aaron and Lilly. Sister of Wayne Harris. Funeral Service Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 11 a.m. with an in state time of 10 a.m. at First Congregational United Church of Christ 1315 N. Pine, Rochester. The family will receive friends Monday 5-8 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd, Rochester. Memorials to Beaumont Hospice. Online guestbook |
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Melvin Boerman, 84, of Zeeland, died Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at North Street Christian Reformed Church, 20 E. Main Ave., Zeeland.  The Rev. John Klompien will officiate.  Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Sunday, at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.  www.yntemafh.com |
Milan Michael Gunjak, age 81, of Curtice, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, February 13, 2009, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. He was born in Toledo, Ohio on August 11, 1927 to Michael and Anna (Stanich) Gunjak. |
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WATERSMEET, Mich. -- Nancy "Cleo" Peterson, of Watersmeet, passed away early Sunday morning, Feb. 8, at Wausau Aspirus Hospital with her loving family by her side. |
Nancy A. Sting 1945-2009 Nancy Ann Sting, 63, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 19, 2009, while under hospice care, following a four-year illness. She was born on March 16, 1945 in Roseville, the daughter of William and Edna Haas Winkler. She was married to Bob J. Sting on October 29, 1983 in Prescott by Rev. Dan Waxell. He was her husband and companion for 28 years. She passed away on her husband's birthday. She is survived by her husband, Bob. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place in Hudson, Fla. A memorial service was held on January 25, 2009 in Hudson, Fla. A grave side service and committal will take place at 2 p.m. on May 24, 2009 in Silverlawn Cemetery, Sebewaing. Pastor Ray Sting will officiate. Arrangements were handled by the Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Homes and Crematory, Hudson, Fla. |
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Nancy Jane Reed, age 88, of Centreville, died Sunday Feb. 8, 2009, at Fairview Living Center.  She was born near Hersey, Mich., on June 23, 1920, the daughter of William and Grace (Beers) Sweet.  Nancy graduated from Sturgis High School in 1938.  During World War II she worked in an airplane factory in California.  She later worked at G-W Pizza in Mendon and the Constantine Creamery.  In her spare time, Nancy enjoyed knitting, and watching all sports, especially basketball. Nancy is survived by a son and daughter in law, Gregory and Patricia Reed of Centreville; and by two grandchildren, Hillary and Colin Reed. Cremation has been conducted.  A private interment of ashes will take place later.  Online register and condolences may be sent to www.eickhofffuneralhome.com   |
Nancy L. Azelton, age 74, passed away suddenly, on Feb. 4, 2009, in Gladwin. |
Nelson F. Kramer 1913-2009 Nelson F. Kramer, 95, Sebewaing passed away Sunday, February 8, 2009. He was born in Unionville on April 18, 1913, son of William and Lydia (Beatenhead) Kramer. On July 24, 1937, he married Bernadine Biles in Fairgrove. She preceded him in death on March 8, 2005. Nelson retired as the Postmaster in Akron, where he served for 25 years. He was an avid golfer and a member of the Akron United Methodist Church. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Lou (Dwayne) Fischer, Bay City; grandchildren, Mark (Karen) Fischer, Unionville and Keith (Diane) Fischer, Elkton; granddaughter-in-law, Amy Fischer; grandson-in-law, Garry Bruce and great-grandchildren, Joel, Jared, Tyson and Kelly Fischer and Bess, BreeAnne and Beau Bruce. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Nancy (Fischer) Bruce; a grandson, Chris Fischer; seven brothers and four sisters. A memorial service will be held and announced at a later date by the Unionville Funeral Chapel, Unionville. |
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Paul J. Smith, 75, of Zeeland, died Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009, in Holland Hospital.  A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church, 246 W. Main St., Zeeland. A private burial with military honors will be at Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  Visitation is 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. www.lakeshorememorial.com |
Phyllis Ann (Worona) Lovitt, age 62, of Lasalle, MI and formerly of Sylvania, OH passed away on February 11, 2009 in Wailuku, HI. |
Phyllis Ann (Worona) Lovitt, age 62, of LaSalle, MI and formerly of Sylvania, OH passed away on February 11, 2009 in Wailuku, HI. She was born on May 21, 1946 in Toledo, Ohio to Philip and Clara (Michalski) Worona, and attended St. |
Richard Graham Antle, passed away peacefully on Feb. 8, 2009, at the age of 93. |
A memorial Mass for Robert L. Laboe, 76, of Monroe, who died Jan. 19 at Mercy Memorial Hospital, will take place at 11 a.m. Feb. 21 at St. Anne Catholic Church on N. Dixie Hwy. |
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Robert Sackett Milliman, age 80, of 13614 U.S. 12, White Pigeon, Mich., died unexpectedly Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, at his home, of natural causes. He was born April 16, 1928, in Chinook, Mont., a son of Frank and Calista (Sackett) Milliman and graduated from Litchfield High School in 1946. He was married to Helen E. Horn (Goes) on June 18, 1950. She is the mother of his three daughters. They were later divorced. He lived in the White Pigeon and Constantine area since 1965, coming from Hillsdale County. He married Sharon Sue Eagon on March 15, 1981, in Elkhart, Ind. He was a farmer all of his life. He was also a managing co-owner of Union Products in Union and Mottville, and Winlite, Inc. and Creation Windows, Inc. of Elkhart, IN. Later he and Sharon were owners of the South Fork and North Fork Convenience Stores in White Pigeon and Mottville. He was a founding member of the Indian Prairie Plowman and the St. Joseph County Sheriff's Posse and a past member of the St. Joe Valley Old Engine Club. He enjoyed raising quarter horses and restoring old tractors. Surviving are his wife, Sharon S. Milliman, of White Pigeon; three daughters, Patricia Huhn of Grand Ledge, Cheryl (Gary) Haskins of Jones, and Gina (Vernon Thomas) Leister of White Pigeon; a stepdaughter, Kathy (Adam) Bloomanthal of Massachusetts; a stepson, Kevin (Sue) Wheeler of Elkhart; eight grandchildren, Jennifer (Martin) Miller, Sadie (Matt) Hoffert, Robert (Shannon) Miller, Zachary (Kelly) Leister, Jana (Mitch) Bellows, Holly Leister, Nathan (Brandy) Huhn, and Andrew Huhn; six great-grandchildren, Alex, Logan, Jackson, Joseph, Aralyn & Asher; two step-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Jerry Egan of Elkhart; and a nephew, Chris (Karen) Milliman of Vero Beach, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Earl and Glenn; and a grandson, Joseph Lyle Huhn. Visitation will take place 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Constantine United Methodist Church in Constantine, with the Rev. Melanie Young officiating. Burial will take place in Constantine Township Cemetery in Constantine. Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army or the White Pigeon Township Library. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. |
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Rosella M. “Rosie” Richardson, age 88, of Delta, Ohio, passed away Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009, at Fulton Manor in Wauseon. Mrs. Richardson was a bookkeeper in her husband's businesses, and was employed at the Lyon’s Variety Store, at the Anderson’s as a cashier, at the Trading Post in Lyons, and had worked at the Morenci IGA. She had also attended Auctioneer School and volunteered at Fulton Manor. Rosie enjoyed clogging and belly dancing. Rosella was born in Delta, Ohio, on June 27, 1920, the daughter of the late Arthur M. and the late Ethel M. (Yawberg) Chamberlin. She married Gaylord W. Richardson on July 20, 1939, and he preceded her in death on March 21, 1999. She was a member of the Universalist Unitarian Church in Lyons, Ohio, for many years. Surviving are her children, Ivan (Pam) Richardson of Jonesville, Mich., Sharon (Joe) Eich of Toledo, Lynn (Linda) Richardson of Delta; 10 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; three great-great-granddaughters; sister Pat (Don) Burgoon of Delta; and sister-in-law Peggy Chamberlin of Delta. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brother, Lewis Chamberlin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, at the Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home in Wauseon, with the Rev. Lynn Kerr officiating. Grandchildren will serve as honorary pallbearers. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to American Diabetes Association or the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.grisierfh.com |
Russell Bush, Jr. Traverse City/ Lapeer Russell Bush, Jr., 86, of Traverse City and Lapeer, passed away Tuesday (February 3, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Medical Center. Russell was born September 11, 1922, in Grant Township, to the late Russell and Clara (Woods) Bush. He married Thais B. Lackey on June 8, 1945, also in Grant Township. After Russell was honorably discharged from the United States Army Air Corp in September 1945, he and Thais had four wonderful children. He was a hard worker, owned a diary farm, was a store keeper and a loan officer. He enjoyed traveling for over 35 years researching genealogy and visiting with family and friends. Russell is survived by his wife, Thais B. Bush of Lapeer; daughter, Monti (David) Madar of Brown City; son, Dr. Russell L. (Peggy) Bush of Lapeer; daughter, Donda L. (Kenneth) Schroeder of Lapeer; son, Kevin (Margaret) Bush of Lapeer; grandchildren, Adam (Lisa) Kelly and Alexandria Kelly, Saralynn Bush and Bryan Bush, Joel (Kim) |
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Sandra quot;Sandi quot; Jean Freimark, 61, of Canada Creek Ranch, Atlanta, died February 11, 2009, at home.She was born June 25, 1947 in Wyandotte, Michigan, to Robert I. and Carolyn Jean (Broughton) Warner. |
Sharon Lorayne Billiau Almont Sharon Lorayne Billiau, 72, of Almont, passed away Saturday (February 7, 2009). She was born December 15, 1936, in Detroit, to Thomas and Lorayne Blower She married her high school sweetheart, Richard Billiau, on December 15, 1953. After the last of her five children entered school, Sharon began college, graduating from Wayne State University with honors. She started her teaching career at Dryden Elementary School where she touched the lives of thousands of children and parents as first a remedial reading teacher and then principal. During this time she obtained her Master's in Education and a Master's in Administration. Even after she retired, Sharon started her own private school, Country Day Academy, where she continued to help those with varying needs and where she could put into practice her on philosophy of teaching. She had a love of learning and teaching, inspiring her students to do and be their best with the belief that everyone |
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Solange N.  Roberts Jan. 31, 1925 — Feb. 2, 2009 Solange Noel Roberts, 84, passed away Feb. 2, 2009, peacefully in her home in Rio Rancho, N.M. Born Jan. 31, 1925, in the French territory of Suez, Egypt, to Charles and Louise Perceval, she was educated in Egypt and France. Her father, mother and her brother Paul preceded her in death. Surviving her are sister Patricia of Guadeloupe; half sister Jean-Marie of France; son Brian, his wife Bonnie of Vermont, son Marc, his wife Elizabeth, their children Rhianna and Brennan of New Mexico and daughter Monique (Boyd), her husband Kevin and children Avery and Sean of Illinois. Solange moved with her husband to Hillsdale in the 1950s. She was a generous and giving person devoting much of her time to helping other people. She volunteered with the Red Cross, Grey Ladies, Meals on Wheels and was a board member of the Chi Omega Sorority. She worked at Hillsdale College in admissions, teaching summer school French and at the college’s Health Service for more than 20 years. In 2002 she moved to New Mexico. She loved to read, play Bridge and be with her friends and family. Services were held in Rio Rancho on Feb. 9. Those desiring, can make contributions in her name to the American Heart Association. Condolences can be sent to her children c/o Monique Boyd, 230 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, IL 60093. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Stanley J. Elias, 84, of Glyuna Street, Bessemer, died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, in Wakefield. |
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Teagan Nicole Araiza was stillborn into this world on Friday evening, February 13, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Teagan was dearly loved by all her family. |
Thomas G. Abshier, Jr. Imlay City Thomas G. Abshier, Jr., 80, of Imlay City for the past 51 years, passed away Tuesday (February 10, 2009). He was born May 28, 1928, in Detroit, to Thomas and Oranda Abshier, Sr. He married Viola Helen Jankowski. Thomas retired from the Romeo Ford Proving Grounds. He owned Thomas Abshier Sod Farm. He enjoyed travel, photography, playing horseshoes and cards, and nature. He is survived by his daughters, Diane (Darrell) Halbert, Janice (Art) Wright, Patty (Dennis) Burrick, Theresa (Larry) Sieczynski; 10 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Fred (Henrietta) Abshier, Jim (Jackie) Abshier; sister, Gloria (Jack) Desjardine; sister-in-law, Shirley Abshier. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola Helen (Jankowski) Abshier in 1977; parents, Thomas and Oranda Abshier, Sr.; brother, Robert Abshier. Funeral services were held Saturday (February 14, 2009). "You will be remembered by family and friends |
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William L. Boyt May 29, 1949 — Jan. 28, 2009 William L. Boyt, 59, of Montgomery, Texas, formerly of Frontier, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009. He was born May 29, 1949, in Hillsdale. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services were held in Montgomery, Texas. |
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William “Bud” Pope, 81 of Coldwater, died on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. The service will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 11 a.m. with Pastor Nelson Brandymore of the Free Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. William was born on Jan. 2, 1928 in W. Liberty, Ohio to Harrison and Myrtle (Gates) Pope. He married Ada Lynd in 1956 in Winchester, Ind. She preceded him in death on Dec. 10, 2008. Bud has lived in the Branch County area for many years. He worked at Copeland Manufacturing in Sydney, Ohio, and also worked at Maple Lawn Medical Center for many years. Mr. Pope was a veteran of the Korean War serving with the US Army and attended the Free Methodist Church in Coldwater. Bud is survived by his daughter Ellen (Larry) Morrow, his sons Edgar, Richard, Danny (Judy), and Edward Pope, his grandchildren Robin (Lisa) Bartell, Scott (Melissa) Bartell, Ryan Bartell, Autumn (Jason) Bennett, Vanessa Cole, Wesley (Jody) Pope, Richard Pope, Dustin Pope, and Autumn Bregg, his great-grandchildren Kayla, Drake, Christian, and Kylee Bartell, Keagon Beatty, Fisher Bennett and Hamilton Pope. In addition to his wife Ada, he was preceded in death by his son William H. Pope, brother David Pope, sisters Bea Bender, Avril Hughes, Connie Pope and grandson Shane Beatty. Memorials may be directed to USO at USA World Headquarters, P.O. Box 96860, Washington D.C. 20090-6860, 1-800-879-7469. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook. |
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"HARRY" Age 56. Beloved son of Barbara and the late Fred. Family will receive friends Tuesday from 3-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-8 p.m. with funeral service Thursday 1:00 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Please leave the family a message at |
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