Thursday, March 5, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 3/05/09


 

'Maggie' Clute, 90

"Maggie" Clute, 90, of Boyne City, went peacefully and happily to be with her Lord on Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at 2:05 p.m. while at the home of her daughter in Prescott, Ariz., surrounded by family.


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

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Audrey O. Whisler

Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Audrey O. Whisler, 82, of Constantine, Mich., passed away at Tuesday, March 3, 2009, in Three Rivers. She was born in Sturgis, Mich., on Aug. 16, 1926,  a daughter of Payson and Bessie (Bowman) Carper. Audrey graduated from White Pigeon High School in 1934. In 1945, Audrey married Arnold “Skinny” Whisler. He preceded her in death on Nov. 23, 1986.  Audrey worked in accounting and retired from Bell & Sons in Mottville, Ind. Audrey is survived by her sons, Frank (Doris) Whisler of Texas, Larry (Barbara Ellis) Whisler of Indiana, Wayne (Judy) Whisler of Constantine; special companion, Junior (Earl) Bell of Mottville; brothers, George (Charlotte) Carper of Washington, Dick (Mary) Carper of Elkhart, Ind., Sam (Pat) Carper of White Pigeon; sisters, Mildred (Wally) Hosestead of Shipshewana, Ind., Phyllis (Dalton) Bell of Mottville, Carol (Bob) Bell, N.C.; grandchildren, Frank (Dawn) Whisler, Jr. and Corrina (Christopher) Vaughan, all of Texas, and six other grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and her special pets Murphy and Max.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband,  Arnold Whisler; and sisters Marjorie Carper, Wuanita Brogie, and Janet Mercer. Relatives and friends will be received 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Friday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine, where religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, with Pastor Marilyn Schlimgen officiating. Interment will be at White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

BAR ROSE 

Age 88. February 28, 2009. Beloved Wife of the late Stanley Kuczmierczyk and the late Robert Bar. Loving Mother of Stanley (Ann) Kay. 2 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren. A special thank you to the staff at Rivergate Health Care Center for the care Rose received from you. Memorial Service 10:30am Saturday, March 7 at St. Cyprian Church, 13249 Pennsylvania, Riverview. Inurnment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by Weise Funeral Home, 7210 Park, Allen Park (313-382-1150). See online obituary/guestbook at


 


 

BARI SANTA MARIA (NEE ISGRO) 

, Thursday, March 5 from 3 to 9 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn.


 


 

BARRY LOIS F 

Thursday 7-9 p.m. and Friday 12-9 p.m. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens West. Lois was a member of the First Baptist Church (of Wayne), Children's Bible Clubs, and also an employee with Wayne County R.E.S.A. Online guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com


 


 

BLOOM HAROLD DAVID 

Son of the late Milton Bloom and the late Frances Mandell. Brother of the late Susan Disner. Brother-in-law of Harve Disner. Step-brother of Sam Mandell. Also survived by other family members. PRIVATE SERVICES WERE HELD. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL (248) 406-6000 or visit


 


 

BOHN ELDA L 

Friday 3-8 p.m. at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn. Memorials to American Heart Association.


 


 

BRADFORD HOFF 

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BROCKLEHURST GORDON L 

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BROWN CRAIG A 

Age 42 of Canton, March 3, 2009. Beloved husband of Sandra. Dear father of Katherine, Stephanie and Zachary. Son of Kenneth (Blanche) Brown and the late Nancy Brown. Brother of Heather (Rick) Hoffman. Arrangements by Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd (btwn. Sheldon and Beck), Plymouth. Family and friends gathering at 10:30 a.m., Memorial service Saturday 11 a.m. at Ward Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, donations to Angela Hospice would be appreciated. To leave a message for the family, please visit:


 


 

BURCHI RENALDO L 

at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Friday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday at St. Rene Catholic Church, 35955 Ryan Road (N. of 15 Mile) In state 9 a.m until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memories to be shared at


 


 

Barbara Irene Parks

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Barbara Irene Parks Capac Barbara Irene Parks, 68, of Capac, passed away in her home Monday morning (March 2, 2009). She was born March 9, 1940, in Pittsburgh, Penn., the daughter of Leslie Russell Teets and Josephine Ann Kastovich. She married Patrick Keith Parks on August 17, 1957, in Pittsburgh, Penn. Patrick passed away August 4, 1995. Barbara was a Mom to Everyone , a homemaker and dedicated charity worker. She raised five loving children and provided a caring home for many other children in need. Barbara cherished and adored her eight beautiful grandchildren. She was an Angel with a Golden Heart who would give her last penny to help someone in need and was the Queen of Thrift Stores and the ultimate hunter of garage sale bargains. Surviving are her children, Michele and Greg Fowler of Anaheim, Calif., Mark Parks of Capac, Doreen Prunier of Elmira, N.Y., Colleen and James Nicholson of Vincentown, N.J., and Kelly Kent of North Branch; grandchildren, Kevin, R

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Barbara M. Smith Lum Barbara M. Smith, 62, of Lum since 1964 and otherwise a lifetime area resident, passed away Tuesday (February 24, 2009). She was born August 15, 1946, in Flint, to Fred and Doris (Miller) McHugh. She married William Smith on March 28, 1964 at Hunters Creek. Mrs. Smith was an avid sportswoman, when she had the opportunity - she truly enjoyed hunting and fishing. She was known for her gardening and flowerbeds, as well as taking time to appreciate the hummingbirds. Barbara was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and considered a kind and beloved neighbor. She is survived by her husband, William Smith of Lum; children, Doris (Christopher) Touchette of Redford, William "Jay" Smith of Lum, Elizabeth (Blair) Hamm of Lapeer; grandchildren, Matt, Jackie, Clarissa, Jackson and Delaney; brothers, Greg (Rose) McHugh of Hadley and Gary McHugh of Otter Lake. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Fred McHugh, Jr., Karen Smith, Sue Batchlor, Mick Richard; pa

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Beatrice E. Ross

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Benny C. Ingram, 47

Benny C. Ingram, 47, of Mancelona, died on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 


 


 

Betty Eloise McKee

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 9:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

On a sunny June day, Betty Eloise was born June 11, 1921, to her parents, Lawrence and Dorothy Bliesner, in their farm home in Blissfield, Mich., area. She graduated from the Blissfield Schools. In 1947 Betty was married to Gordon McKee of Tecumseh, Mich., where they bought a home and farm. They were blessed with the birth of their three daughters, Nancy of Saline, Mich., Susan of Naples, Fla., and Patti who is deceased. Two grandchildren, Carla and Kristin, were her pride and joy. Betty’s interests were gardening, stamp collecting and writing to her many pen pals. Betty’s favorite Bible verse was John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting Life.” Preceding her in death was her husband of 50 years, Gordon, a loving daughter, Patti, and her husband, Michael; brother Robert; nieces, Laraine and Debbie; nephew Larry; her pen pal friend and Maid of Honor, Lindis, and a dear friend, Jean. Survivors include three brothers, Lawrence Bliesner, Jr. and his wife, Bette, James Bliesner and wife, Lucille, and Emerson Bliesner and wife, Barbara, and many nieces and nephews. For many months Betty was lovingly cared for in the home of her daughter, Susan and Jim Lierman, of Naples, Fla., and AVOW Hospice. On Feb. 22, 2009, Betty departed this life to be with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. According to Betty’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes on June 11, 2009, at 11 a.m. with Pastor LaFollette of Grace Bible Church, Tecumseh, officiating. Burial of her cremated remains will be in Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Bible Church, of which Betty was a member, P.O. Box 442, Tecumseh, MI 49286 or to the charity of choice. Con­dolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Betty J. Sheets

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Betty L. Zickafoose

Thursday, March 5, 2009 2:58 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Betty Lucille Zickafoose, age 77, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Wednesday morning, March 4, 2009, at the home of her daughter Marsha in Howe, Ind. She was born Feb. 7, 1932, in Cecil, Ohio, Paulding County, a daughter of the late Nathan Ray and Bertha (Ballinger) Smith. Betty had resided in Sturgis since 1953, coming from LaGrange, Ind. On Feb. 27, 1951, she married Arthur E. “Gene” Zickafoose in Columbus, Ga. He died Aug.  30, 2001. She had owned and operated with her husband G&B Tree Service and the Southside Market, which was renamed Betty’s Discount. Both businesses were located in Sturgis. Betty enjoyed crossword puzzles and time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by a daughter, Marsha Zickafoose of Howe; three sons, Alan Zickafoose, Richard Zickafoose and Douglas Zickafoose, all of Sturgis; six grandchildren, Eric, Heather, Ryan, Christopher, Nathan and Krista; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Beverly A. Crissman of Sturgis; a brother; Robert C. Smith of Ocala, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and two brothers, Glenn Smith and Milan R. Smith. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial graveside service and burial of the ashes will take place at 3:30 p.m. Friday at the Burr Oak Cemetery in Burr Oak. Pastor Jeff Farnham will officiate. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Zickafoose’s memory consider the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her  obituary is also available at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Blakely Gordon Jordan

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Blanche Barbara Carr

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Blanche Barbara Carr, age 90, of Tecumseh died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at Lynwood Manor in Adrian. She was born Oct. 10, 1918, in Munising, Mich., the daughter of Andrew and Margaret (Matuszewski) Demogola, who were immigrants to the United States from Poland and early settlers of Melstrand, Mich. Blanche worked at the Munising Paper Mill during World War II. She later moved to Adrian in 1962. While in Adrian she worked for Martin Marietta, Bohn Aluminum and Siena Heights. She started working in 1989 in Boysville of Michigan as a Foster Grandparent and retired from there after 15 years of service. She was a member of the Munising American Legion Auxiliary Post 0131 for 62 years. Blanche was also a member of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Tecumseh and the Sacred Heart Church of Munising. Blanche is survived by her children, Joan (Jim) Anderson of Munising, John “Jack” (Connie) Carr of Tecumseh, Peter (Esther) Carr of Adrian and Mary Sue Carr of Port St. Lucie, Fla. Also surviving are five grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, one great- great-grandchild, several stepgrandchildren and stepgreat- grandchildren, nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Steven Demogola, Michael Demogola and Theodore “Bud” Demogola, and her sisters, Rose Melwicki and Anna Hamilla. As per her wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service and burial of cremains will take place at a later date in Munising, Mich. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boysville Center-Holy Cross Children’s Services in Clinton, Mich., or the Lenawee County Dept. on Aging in Adrian, Mich. Envelopes are available at the Handler Funeral Home of Tecumseh. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Blanche P. Holtz

Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Blanche P. (Routsong) Holtz, age 95, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village. She was born Sept. 28, 1913, in LaGrange, Ind., a daughter of the late Ira and Cora (Helmer) Routsong. Blanche’s childhood was spent in LaGrange, where she graduated from LaGrange High School with the class of 1932. She moved to Sturgis during her early 20s and worked at several manufacturing jobs. On New Year’s Eve 1938, she met Raymond A. Holtz.  They were united in marriage on Sept. 23, 1939, in Middlebury, Ind., by Rev. Charles Goering.  He preceded her in death in Sept. 2004. Blanche had been employed at Freeman Mfg. and later retired from Sears & Roebuck Catalog Store in Sturgis. She and Raymond enjoyed traveling with their son Ray and spending time with their grandchildren.  One of her great joys was cooking and baking for her family. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church for over 50 years and was active in the Ladies Lutheran Aid. Surviving are her children, Raymond E. Holtz of Lansing, Terry (Denise) Holtz of Sturgis, and Shirley (Lee) Taylor of Sturgis; eight grandchildren, Cassandra (Dominic) Ferguson of Sturgis, Reid (Rachael) Holtz of Cassopolis, Kara (Andy) Murray of Arlington Heights, Ill., Zachary Taylor, Sean Holtz, Vincent Holtz, Shayna Taylor, and Rayanne (Chris) Walter all of Sturgis; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Raymond; a son, Gary Holtz in 2005; a great-granddaughter, Terrie Ann Holtz; three brothers; and four sisters. The family will receive friends and relatives from 6-8 p.m. Friday at The Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis, MI 49091.   Religious Services celebrating the life of Blanche P. Holtz will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 406 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, with the Rev. Michael Klafehn and the Rev. Calvin Kolzow, officiating.  Graveside services will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be directed to the Trinity Lutheran Church.Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Bradley "Booda" Alexander Lorenzo April 19, 1989-Feb. 27, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:42 AM 

Bradley "Booda" Alexander Lorenzo died suddenly in his sleep on Friday, February 27, 2009 at the age of 19.


 


 

Bradley Scott Witteveen

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Brott, Jack Leo *

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CARROLL MAX W 

Thursday 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Donations can be made to the Children's education fund. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com


 


 

CECCACCI WILLIAM P SR 

Thursday from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8½ Mile Rd. with a rosary service at 7:00 p.m. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Basil the Great Catholic Church until time of Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share memories at


 


 

CHAMPAGNE DANIEL F G 

Passed away at 59 peacefully in his sleep on Monday, March 2 in Royal Oak. Dan is survived by his wife, Claudia; children, Josh, Andrea & Rachel; mother, Elrene Champagne; sister, Cathy Oldfield; and brothers Mark & Jack Champagne. He was the son of the late Jack A. Champagne. Join the family in the celebration of his life on Saturday, March 7 at 12:00 noon. The casual BBQ, in his honor, will be at The First Presbyterian Church of Royal Oak, located at 529 Hendrie, Royal Oak, MI 48067 - one block East of Woodward, bet. I-696 & 11 Mile Rd


 


 

CONSILIA SR MARY (BERNARDINE ZMUDA) 

March 4, 2009. Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. Saturday following the Translation Service at 10 a.m. with Prayers at 10:15 a.m. at the Felician Convent, 36800 Schoolcraft, Livonia. Viewing at the Convent 1-8 pm Thursday and Friday. Arrangements by the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home 313-561-1500. Memorials may be made to the Felician Sisters Retirement Fund. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.


 


 

COPELAND ELIZABETH ANN 

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Carol Moore-Spruit

SPRUIT (Moore, Klinkner) The Funeral Mass for Carol Moore-Spruit, aged 77, who died on Friday, wife of William Spruit, will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church - Alpine (meet at church). Relatives and friends may meet her family at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and at the church Wednesday 10 to 11 a.m. Vigil Service Tuesday 7 p.m. For complete obituary, to read her life story and to sign her guest book, visit Carol's web page at www.lifestorynet.com Heritage Funeral Home


 


 

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.


 


 

Carolyn Kay Samson

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Carolyn S. Eby

Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

CarolynS. Eby, 68, of Mishawaka, Ind., passed away at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at St. Joseph RegionalMedical Center in South Bend, Ind. Carolyn was born March 20, 1940, in Mishawaka, to James K. and Blanche E. (Smith)Miller, who both have preceded her in death. Carolyn was also preceded in death by a sister, Linda Lalone, a brother, Donald “Butch”Miller, and a grandson, David Miller. In July of 1957 she married Donald Eby. Donald survives, along with their children, Gail (Tom)Miller of Centreville, Mich., Jon Eby of Watauga,Texas, Roland Eby of Nottawa, Mich., Duwayne (Lois)Eby and Kevin Evy, both of Centreville; 10 grandchildren, Tim Miller, Beth (Don)Preston, Debbie (Tadd)Davis, Katlyn Miller, Dora Miller,Travis Miller,Kim Eby, Jacob Eby, Jade Eby and Kirsten Eby; one great-grandchild Lily Preston; her siblings, Phyllis Moore of Edwardsburg, Mich., Joan (Ed) Lower of Granger, Robert (Delores)Miller of Leesburg, Fla., and Sharon (Larry)Fisher of Mishawaka; and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 Main Street, Mishawaka, where funeral services will be at 1 p.m.Friday, with Pastor Karen Orr officiating.Burial will follow at Olive Cemetery in Wakarusa, Ind. Memorial contributions may be made to Diabetes Association of to the Kidney Foundation.  


 


 

Charlene Alward

ALWARD - Charlene P. Alward, age 84, of Sunbury, Ohio, formerly of Hudsonville, died Sunday, March 1, 2009. Survived by son, Craig (Sue) Alward; son-in-law, Michael Roof; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brothers, Carl (Marilyn), Donald (Audrey), and Kenneth DeVree all of Hudsonville. Preceded in death by husband of 60 years, Duane; daughter, Diane E. Roof; and brother, Robert DeVree. Friends may call Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the DeVore-Snyder Funeral Home, SR 3 at 61, Sunbury, where services will follow at 7 p.m. Graveside services 1:00 p.m. Thursday in the Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. Complete obituary and condolences at: www.snyderfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Charles L. Gibbs, Sr.

Monday, March 2, 2009 6:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charles L. Gibbs, 62, of Pittsford passed away, Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born Dec. 1, 1946, in Hudson the son of Robert A. and Barbara J. (Van Akin) Gibbs. Surviving Charles are three daughters, Dawn Gibbs, Billie Gibbs and Angie Cook all of Hillsdale; three sons, Charles L. Gibbs Jr., Robert Gibbs and Porter (Brandy) Gibbs, all of Hillsdale; 10 grandchildren; and one sister, Sue (Jim) Jones of Morenci. He was preceded in death by his parents. A graveside memorial service for Charles will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. There will be no visitation hours. Arrangements were entrusted to Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to the family and envelopes are available at the funeral home. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com. Helen L. Moore


 


 

Cygred Riley, 99

Cygred Riley, 99, of East Jordan, died Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. 


 


 

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Dale E. Stull Feb. 28, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:37 AM 

Dale E. Stull, 61, of Deltona, Fla., formerly of Dundee, died Saturday in Volusia County, Fla. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee. 


 


 

Despard "Des" Humphrys Lapeer Despard "Des" Humphrys, 80, of Lapeer, passed away Tuesday (February 24, 2009). He married Margaret Loretta Norman on February 19, 1955. Mr. Humphrys served his country in the United States Navy, then trained to become a U.S. Marine. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, where he was member of the Knights of Columbus and active with their pro-life movement. Des enjoyed gardening, his fruit trees and building hiking trails. Mr. Humphrys had a proud and colorful career in aerospace, specializing in telemetry. He was a electronics technician, government ammunition (explosives) inspector, working for Lockeed-Martin, indirectly for NASA. Despard was involved with instrumentation for the Apollo 12 capsule and later with the C5A Cargo Plane - the worlds largest cargo plane. Ultimately, Des was a family man, trying to involve all of his ten kids in any experience he enjoyed - from fishing to camping and more. He is survived by his ch

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Diane Marie Albert

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 4:37 AM 

DENVER -- Diane Marie Albert, 57, of Denver and formerly of Ironwood, passed away peacefully on Friday morning Feb. 20, 2009, after a long battle with leukemia, with her family at her bedside. 


 


 

Don Cobbs

Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Don Cobbs, 85, of Monroe, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at Hospice of Dayton.  He was born in Wolcottville, Ind., on June 22, 1923, to parents Carl and Bessie (Schanour) Cobbs. Don owned and operated an Archway Cookie franchise for many years.  He served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II and was stationed in France.  He married his present wife, Margaret (Price) Cobbs in 1991.  Don was a member of the Elks Club, Masonic Lodge, Lions Club and served on the Monroe City Council.  He was an active member of Breiel Blvd. First Church of God, where he served as an usher.  He also belonged to the Country Cousins Square Dance Club and served as president of that club for many years. Don was a wonderful husband and father and is survived by his wife, Margaret L. Cobbs; daughters, Julie Clark and Melissa Crawford; stepchildren, Patricia (Don) Putty and Karen Parker; four grandchildren, Ashley, Michael, Miranda and Zachery; step-grandchildren, Audra Whitaker, Adam Whitaker, Hannah Parker, Brian Putty, Bradley Putty, Mark (Kim) Putty and Jeremy Price; two great-grandchildren, Emily & Ethan; step-great grandchildren, Taylor Putty, Kayla Putty, Chloe Putty, Madison Putty and Gabriel Thiel; sister, Harriet (Paul) Atwater; brothers, Cleland “Bud” Cobb and Milan Cobb; and many nieces and one nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a stepson, David Price. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding Funeral Home, 3805 Roosevelt Blvd., Middletown, Ohio with The Rev. Dr. Eric Newell officiating.  Visitation will be Friday evening from 6–8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be at Butler County Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Cincinnati Chapter, 644 Linn St., Suite 1026, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203. Please sign the guest book online at WilsonSchrammSpaulding.com.


 


 

Donald D. Bolenbaugh

Monday, March 2, 2009 6:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donald D. Bolenbaugh, age 80 years of North Adams, passed away Friday, Feb. 27, 2009 at Allegiance Health System in Jackson. He was born on Nov. 23, 1928 in Horton, the son of Murl G. and Kathryn (Smith) Bolenbaugh.  Don was a professional truck driver. He delivered steel and other commodities throughout the 48 Continental United States with close to 3 million miles driven without an accident. Don is survived by seven children, four sons, David Bolenbaugh of Adrian, Joel (Mickie) Bolenbaugh of Norman, Okla., Eric (Jennifer) Bolenbaugh of Hillsdale and Erin (Kimberly) Price of Hudson; three daughters, Linda Bolenbaugh of Osseo, Melody Wollet of Hudson, and Angela (Paul) Conklin of Pittsford; son-in-law, Del Loranger of Hudson; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one brother, Norm (Arlene) Bolenbaugh of Addison; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by daughters, LaVonna Shay and LaDonna Loranger; grandson, Bill Groom; and brothers, Tom, Dean and Dale Bolenbaugh. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday at the Brown-VanHemert Funeral Home in Addison followed by a luncheon. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Donna Peel

PEEL, Donna J. - Age 75, of Flint Twp., died Saturday, February 28, 2009 at Maplewoods Manor Nursing Home in Clio. Donna's family will receive visitors at the Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc, Twp. on Thursday, March 5, 2009 beginning at 11:00 A.M. and continuing to 3:00 P.M. at which time the funeral service will begin with Rev. Sarah LaRose-Nettel officiating. Private interment at Flint Memorial Park will be on Friday. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Donna's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Associaton or Genesys Hospice. Online condolences or tributes may be posted for the family on the obituary pages of sharpfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Doris Slager, 88

Monday, March 2, 2009 5:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Doris May Slager, 88, of Spring Lake, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009. Arrangements are by the VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home in Spring Lake. www.vbkfuneralhome.com


 


 

Dustin Edward Lazette Feb. 28, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 10:36 AM 

Dustin Edward Lazette of Grass Lake, age 22, went to be with the Lord February 28, 2009. 


 


 

ELAINE E. HULVERSON APPLEGATE Elaine E. Hulverson, age 94, of Applegate, died Wednesday, February 25, 2009, in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron. She was born February 5, 1915, daughter of the late Edwin and Emma (Agnew) Merrill. She and Grover Hulverson were married May 12, 1943 in Croswell. He died in 1971. Elaine was a retired cook from Carsonville - Port Sanilac Schools. She attended the Applegate United Methodist Church. Surviving are two sons; Merle (Joyce) of Applegate and Kurt (Valerie) of Croswell, one daughter; Barbara (James) LaBelle of Sandusky, seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell. Burial was in Washington Cemetery, Carsonville. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Croswell.

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EVELYN C. ZYROWSKI BROWN CITY Evelyn C. Zyrowski, age 76, of Brown City, was called back to the Lord on February 25, 2009. She was born October 9, 1932 in Racine, Wisconsin. She married Bernard Zyrowski on June 2, 1951. Co-owner of Ben's Supermarket, she was also a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Brown City. She is survived and sadly missed by her loving husband of 57 years, Bernard and her four children; Linda (Rick) Seddon, Judy (Ken) Kalbfleisch, James (Donna) Zyrowski, Thomas (Jolene) Zyrowski, 13 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 4 sisters, one brother, family and friends. Evelyn was preceded in death by a grandson, Benjamin and seven siblings. A gathering for family and friends were held at Carman Funeral Home in Brown City. Funeral services were held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Brown City. Burial was at St. Michaels Cemetery in Kingston. Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or United Hospice of Marlette.

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Elmi A. Jolgren

Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:58 AM 

IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Elmi A. Jolgren, 89, of Ironwood Township, died Monday evening, March 2, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Eloise D. Kottenbrock

Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:02 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Eloise D. Kottenbrock, age 82, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at LTAC, Specialty Hospital in Berrien Center, Mich. She was born March 31, 1926, in Burr Oak, a daughter of the late Alfred and Zella (Disney) Walters and has been a lifelong Burr Oak resident, except for the past two years, when she resided with her daughter in St. Joseph. In 1977, she married Dr. Amos F. Kottenbrock. He preceded her in death in the late 1980s. Eloise retired from the Kirsch Company after 30 years of employment and then became the activities director for the Sturgis Senior Center.  She enjoyed working at the Sturgis Senior Center and would also volunteer many hours to help when she wasn’t working. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and the Ladies Lutheran Aide in Burr Oak and also served on the Burr Oak election committee for many years.  She enjoyed playing cards, especially with the Burr Oak Card Club where she would play euchre a couple times a week.  She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving are two daughters, Diana (James) Anderson of St. Joseph and Erma Wooster of Branch; three grandsons, James Wooster of Ohio, Jody Wooster of LaGrange, Ind., and Jerry Wooster of Michigan; one granddaughter, Josie Cossiart of  Florida; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; a sister: Katherine McKenzie of Ypsilanti; five stepchildren and their families, Mrs. Jane Korte, Mrs. Lois Halker, Mrs. Karen Meyers, John Kottenbrock, and Jim Kottenbrock all of Ohio; two step-grandsons, Daniel Anderson of Battle Creek and Brent Anderson of Richmond, Va.; four step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sisters.  The family will receive friends and relatives from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. The family will also received friends and relatives from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Burr Oak, where funeral services celebrating her life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, with The Rev. Kurt Kuhlmann, officiating. The family suggest memorial donations be directed to the Sturgis Senior Center or the Lakeland Medical Foundation, envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.


 


 

Elva McKee Imlay City Elva McKee, 83, of Imlay City, passed away Wednesday (February 25, 2009) at Ebeid Hospice Residence in Sylvania, Ohio. Elva Irene Lindke was born June 6, 1925, in Goodland Township, the daughter of Christie and Alice Lindke. She married Elmer Gilbert McKee December 28, 1949 at East Goodland United Methodist Church. She grew up in Goodland Twp. and attended Flansburg School in Goodland Twp., and was a graduate of Imlay City High School, graduating at the age of 16. Elva attended County Normal; Oklahoma State. She earned her Bachelors from Eastern Michigan University. Elva studied for her masters degree also from Eastern Michigan University. She was a school teacher in Lum, Attica, Brown City and Imlay City. Elva had worked for Imlay City Schools from 1967 - 1987 where she primarily taught Kindergarten. Elva was a member of Imlay City United Methodist Church and a Past President of the UMW (United Methodist Women), a Sunday school teacher and a La

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Emily J. (Penny) Olds

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Emma L. Henry

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Emma L. Henry, age 70, of Sand Creek died Monday, March 2, 2009, at St Joseph Hospital in Ann Arbor. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home, in Adrian. 


 


 

Emma Lee Henry

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 9:35 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Emma Lee Henry, age 70, of Adrian passed away Monday, March 2, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She was born Feb. 3, 1939, in Clayton, to Estel S. and Maggie (Williams) Bays. On Nov. 3, 1973, she married Richard Henry and he survives. In addition to her husband, Emma is survived by her children, Gwen Shay of Tennessee, Arden (Claire) Bentley of Northville, Mich., Mike (Sandy) Bentley of Adrian, Barb (Phil) Zimmer of Walled Lake, Vickie (Paul) Phenie of Cleveland, Ohio, Karen Bentley of Cleveland, Ohio, Kelley (Doug) Elliott of Sand Creek, Dawn (Randy) Stewart of Adrian, Hope (Tim) Cagle of Adrian, Ed (Celeste) Bentley of Adrian and Richard (Debra) Bentley of Onsted; one brother, Palmer “Skip” (Sue) Bays of Jasper; 26 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Tonya and Carlene; three brothers and one sister. Funeral services for Emma will be held on Friday, March 6, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Brad Heiple officiating. Burial will be in Dover Center Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Emma Henry. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.  


 


 

Eunice U. Racine

• Eunice U. Racine, 84, of Manistee died Monday, March 2. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Eva Josephine Cole

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Evelyn L. Smith-Knisley

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FEJER MARIA H 

Friday 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Drive, Rochester, MI 48307. Memorial contributions may be made to Zion United Church of Christ, the American Diabetes Association, or the Children of Chernobyl Relief and Development Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and the church. Share a memory or condolence at


 


 

FENTON EDGAR 

Beloved father of Lori and David Simon and Richard "Rick" and Madeline Fenton. Loving "Pops" of Michael Simon, Daniel Simon, Katie Simon, Todd Fenton and Meredith Fenton. Devoted brother of Robert L. Fenton and Dolly Rotenberg. Brother-in-law of the late Manuel Rotenberg. Also survived by his longtime loving companion Dorothy Diskin, her children and grandchildren. SERVICES 10:30 A.M. THURSDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY.


 


 

FRANKLIN MANNY 

Beloved husband of the late Gold ie Franklin. Dear father of Robert (Marjorie) Franklin, and Marilyn (Marvin) Eichelbaum. Loving grandpa and Zayde of Kenneth (Eva) Franklin, Jennifer (Gregg) Paradise, Dennis (Julie) Eichelbaum, David (Katie) Eichelbaum, and Susan (Shlomo) Goldstein. Proud great grandfather of 19. Brother of the late Harry Franklin, the late Morris Franklin, the late Abe Franklin, the late Sylvia Applebaum, and the late Fay Burnstein. Also survived by his loving companion Roslyn Goldfarb her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. SERVICES 12:30 P.M. THURSDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com.


 


 

FRANKOWSKI DELPHINE T 

at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks North of 10 Mile Rd.) Friday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Prayers. Funeral Saturday, in state 9:30 a.m. until Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, (Mack Ave. between 8 and 9 Mile Rds.) Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. To share a memory, visit


 


 

Florence Helen Terza Oct. 17, 1931-Feb. 27, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 10:32 AM 

Florence Helen Terza, 77, of Monroe died Friday, February 27, 2009, at Mercy Memorial Nursing Care Center. 


 


 

Frances R. "Ruth" Powell Jan. 15, 1945-Feb. 26, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:37 AM

Frances R. "Ruth" Powell, 64 yrs, of Dundee, died Thursday afternoon. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Frederick F. Bondy Sept. 13, 1928-March 2, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 11:02 AM 

Frederick F. Bondy, 80, of Monroe died at 5:15 a.m. Monday at the Lutheran Home. He had been in poor health since October. 


 


 

Furman 'Butch' Shepherd

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 9:35 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Furman “Butch” Shepherd, age 64, of Newport, Tenn., passed away Monday, Feb. 23, 2009, at Morristown Hamblen Hospital. He was preceded in death by his wife, Manzanieta Shepherd; parents, Henry and Rose Ann Shepherd; brothers, Howard and Mitchell Shepherd; and sister, Billie Pask. He is survived by his daughters, Melody Shepherd of Lakewood, Fla., Tammie Sullins of Erwin, Tenn.; stepdaughters, Judy Woodby and Tina Vanhoy of Erwin, Tenn.; brothers, Henry Shepherd Jr. of Adrian, Mich., George Ray Shepherd of Michigan; sisters, Dorcas Baughey, Marie Cates, Ada Marvin and Melba Moran, all of Adrian, Mich.; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services took place Feb. 28 at Manes Funeral Home, Newport, Tenn., with the Rev. Robert McNaughton officiating. Interment was in Union Cemetery, Newport.


 


 

GORDON WILLIAM 

at the S. K. Schultz Funeral Home, 43300 Garfield Road (north of 19 Mile Rd.) Friday from 2-9 p.m. with a funeral service at 7 p.m. Interment Saturday 11 a.m. at Grand Lawn Cemetery, Detroit. Memorial contributions to Henry Ford Hospice-Macomb would be appreciated. Share your thoughts and memories at


 


 

GRIGGS ANN D 

Age 57, of Redford, died February 28, 2009. She was born March 4, 1951 in Detroit to Edsel and Eleanor Weitala. Surviving are her husband, Bruce; father, Edsel Weitala; brother, Keith (Donna) Weitala and nieces, Sarah and Jessica. Her mother, Eleanor, died in 1998. Memorial visitation Saturday, March 7, 1 p.m. until memorial service at 2 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, (Woodward & 11 Mile), Royal Oak. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, to Detroit Zoo Veterinary Hospital or Michigan Humane Society.


 


 

GRISWOLD CHARLES J JR 

begins at church 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial tributes to the Society of Automotive Engineers or the Franklin Community Church choir. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com


 


 

Gale R. Davis Mio Gale R. Davis, 80, of Mio (formerly of Lapeer) died Monday (March 2, 2009) at his home. He was born September 18, 1928, in Mayfield Twp., the son of the late Paul and Beulah Davis. He married Shirley Ann Tankard in 1953. Gale was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed gardening, and reading about history. He served his country honorably in the US Navy. Gale is survived by his sons, Michael (Patricia) Davis, Garry Davis, Stephen (Michel) Davis, Dallas Davis; grandchildren, Scott (Tara), Matthew, Brian, Angie and Alan; great-grandchild, Gavin; a host of siblings, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley; his parents. Cremation has taken placed and a memorial visitation will be held 3-9 p.m., Friday (March 6, 2009) at Jansen Family Funeral Home, Columbiaville. His cremains will be interred at Meadow Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Jansen Family Funeral Home, Columbiaville. Share memories or condolences onl

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Gary L. Baumgras

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Gary L. Nied July 22, 1939-March 1, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:39 AM 

Gary L. Nied, 69, of Monroe died at 7:47 a.m. Sunday in his home. 


 


 

Gary Mickel Gottschalk Deerfield Twp. Gary Mickel Gottschalk, 61, of Deerfield Township, passed away on Thursday (February 26, 2009) in the comforts of his home. Gary enjoyed spending his time at the Lighthouse of Lapeer, a Church of God where he had been a member for many years. He also enjoyed spending much of his time with friends and amongst his family. He loved woodworking and riding his motorcycles. Gary will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his son, Mickel Gottschalk of Oklahoma; daughter, Michelle Jackson of Oklahoma; loving grandchildren, Dakota, Jaycee and Mackenzie. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family are greatly appreciated. A memorial service took place Sunday (March 1, 2009) at the Lighthouse of Lapeer, a Church of God (469 E. Oregon St., Lapeer, MI 48446). http://www.thelighthouseoflapeer.org/ home.htm Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer, MI 48446. T

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George Etter, 91

Monday, March 2, 2009 5:40 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

George Willis Etter, 91, of Holland, died Monday, March 2, 2009, at Freedom Village.  Arrangements will be announced by the Downtown Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. www.lifestorynet.com


 


 

Gertrude L. (Fettig) Strobel, 74

Gertrude L. (Fettig) Strobel, 74, of Petoskey, passed away March 2, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital, surrounded by her family. 


 


 

Gladys M. Wandrych

• Gladys M. Wandrych, 94, of Manistee, died Friday, Feb. 27. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

HESS CATHERINE W 

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HOGAN EDWARD W 

Friday 1:00- 8:00 p.m. at the John K. Solosy Funeral Home, 3206 Fort Lincoln Park. Rosary Friday at 3:00 p.m. and Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10:00 a.m. at Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 1540 Riverbank, Lincoln Park. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contribution to St. Vincent dePaul Christ the Good Shepherd Council would be greatly appreciated.


 


 

HUSEK GERALDINE A 

Friday 3-9 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral Mass Saturday, in state 10:00 a.m. with Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Colman Catholic Church, 32500 Middlebelt Rd., Farmington Hills. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Henry Ford Hospice.


 


 

Harold C. McPike March 26, 1921-Feb. 28, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 10:54 AM 

Harold C. McPike was born on March 26, 1921 and passed away on February 28, 2009, at the age of 87. 


 


 

Helen Burkett Kiel

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 9:34 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Helen Burkett Kiel, age 81, of Dearborn, passed away Feb. 15, 2009. She was born March 17, 1928, to E.O. and Laurel Clark. She married George Burkett. They had two sons, David and Jerry. Helen leaves her mother, Laurel Clark; her son, David and wife, Marcia; two granddaughters, three great- grand­children; three brothers and their wives, Henry “Bud” and Marcia Clark, Robert and Bonnie Clark, Stan and Kay Clark; also George’s two sisters, Kate Hill and Ellen Johnson; his brother, Tom Burkett, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, E.O. Clark, and her husbands, George Burkett and Don Kiel.  


 


 

Helen F. Sontag 

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


 


 

Helen L. Moore

Monday, March 2, 2009 6:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Helen L. Moore, 92, of Ransom Township, passed away Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 at Evergreen Manor in Montpelier, Ohio. She was born Jan. 14, 1917 in Montgomery to Harry and Magnolia (Royer) Shaffer. She was married in November of 1936 to Lawrence Moore and he preceded her in death in 1981. Helen is survived by two daughters, Judy (James) Dunlap of Bryan, Ohio and Carolyn (Robert) Grimm of Alvordton, Ohio; four sons, Robert (Arletta) Moore of Frontier, Harry (Eliese) Moore of Waldron, Bruce Moore of Pittsford, and Gary (Sandra) Moore of Waldron; two sisters, Marcille Carter of Holiday City, Ohio and Lillie Junge of Holgate, Ohio; four brothers, Carl Shaffer of Hillsdale, Roy (Marilyn) Shaffer of Ypsilanti, Paul (Joyce) Shaffer of Waldron and Rich (Carolynn) Shaffer of Hillsdale; 12 grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren. Besides her husband Lawrence, Helen was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, two sisters, a daughter-in-law and three grandchildren. Funeral services for Helen L. Moore will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Don Lee officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to Hospice of Hillsdale County or the charity of the donor's choice.  To view this obituary or send condolences pleased visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com


 


 

Helen Southworth

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Helen Southworth, 91, of Morenci passed away Sunday, March 1, 2009, at home. She was born on June 15, 1917, in Metamora, Ohio, the daughter of William and Mayme (Meeker) Kahle. On June 15, 1954, in Curtis, she married Frederick Southworth. He preceded her in death on May 30, 1997. Helen lived her entire life in the Morenci area, working more than 45 years at the Morenci Bank as a bookkeeper, teller and officer, retiring in January of 1983 as Vice President of the Bank of Lenawee.  She was a member of the Croswell Opera House, the Lenawee County Historical Museum, the Lucy Wolcott Barnum Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, and the LaPlaisance Bay Chapter Daughters of the American Colonists. Helen is survived by several cousins. Besides her husband, Fred, Helen was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Harland Kahle. There will be no visitation, funeral or viewing. Funeral arrangements were through the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci.


 


 

ISAACS IRENE E 

Age 98 March 3, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Pebble. Dear mother of Philip (Rose) Isaacs and William Isaacs. Grandmother of Kurt Isaacs, Dana Trisler and the late Gary Isaacs. Great-grandmother of Amanda, Andrew and Kalista. Great-great-grandmother of Jaden. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Friday 11 a.m. Friends may visit Thursday 3-8 p.m. Memorials appreciated to charity of donors choice. Obituary and condolences at:


 


 

Irene Mose

Mose, Irene J. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Monday, March 2, 2009, at the age of 90 years. Funeral service will take place 11AM Friday, March 6, 2009 at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church, 5051 McCarty. Rev. Timothy Kolb will officiate. Interment will take place at Wildwood Cemetery in Chesaning. Friends and family are welcome to visit at the Reitz Herzberg Funeral Home on S. Midland Rd. (M47) on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM and at the church on Friday from 10AM until the time of service. Memorial offerings may be made to Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice. Full obituary will appear in Wednesday's newspaper.


 


 

Isabella M. Sweet

Saturday, February 28, 2009 6:15 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Isabella M. Sweet, age 98, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  She was born April 14, 1910. Funeral arrangements for Isabella Sweet  are pending at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.


 


 

Ivan W. Lahde

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 4:31 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Ivan W. Lahde, 64, of 1401 Dewey St., Wakefield, died at 3:40 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2009, at Marquette General Hospital, where he had been a patient for two weeks.


 


 

JANUSZ HELENA 

Thursday 3-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd). Funeral Saturday in state 9 a.m. at St. Blase Catholic Church, 12151 15 Mile Rd. (between Schoenherr and Dodge Park) until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at


 


 

Jack A. Mannikko

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 5:07 AM 

WHITE PINE, Mich. -- Jack A. Mannikko, 71, of White Pine, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2009, at the Oscar G. Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Center in Iron Mountain.


 


 

Jack Mannikko

MANNIKKO - Jack A. Mannikko, 71 of White Pine, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2009 at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain. He was born August 6, 1937 in Ontonagon to the late Elsie (Carlson) Prisk and Toivo Mannikko. Jack graduated from Ontonagon High School and joined the Navy in 1955. He served for three years active duty and was a member of the reserves until 1963. Jack was very proud of his military service. In 1981 he was united in marriage to Susan Wiita. Jack was employed in the mining industry. He liked to work on all types of puzzles, from jigsaw to crossword. In the fall Jack enjoyed making firewood with his daughter Amber. He is survived by his wife, Susan; daughters, Amber, Sandy (Brian) Beauchamp and Wendy Davis; sons, Randy (Yolanda) and Jack Mannikko; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Donald (Beth) Mannikko; and special cousins, Marcie and Eino Mannikko, Elaine Scholar and Elvie Mannikko. Jack was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Candy Kay Mannikko; sister, Janet Neimila; and brother, Kenneth Mannikko. A graveside service will be held at the Green Cemetery in Green, MI on August 6, 2009 at 1 p.m. The Cane Funeral Home is assisting the family. Friends of Jack may view his obituary and leave condolences at canefuneralhome.com.


 


 

James "Jim" S. Slaughterbeck Sr. Dec. 22, 1942-March 1, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 11:02 AM 

James "Jim" S. Slaughterbeck, Sr., age 66, of Temperance, MI died Sunday, March 1, 2009, in his home.


 


 

James N. Moore

James N. Moore, 65, of Gladwin passed away Feb. 26, 2009. 


 


 

James Slaughterbeck March 1, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 10:32 AM 

James Slaughterbeck, 66, of Temperance died Sunday in his home. Arrangements by Michael W. Pawlak Funeral Home, Temperance.


 


 

Jason Witte, 27

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 5:16 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jason Sean Witte, 27, a resident of Harbor House Ministries in Jenison, was transformed to perfection Monday, March 2, 2009.  Jason was born June 12, 1981 in Nederland, Texas.  Jason graduated from Ottawa Area Center in 2007 and loved his home at Harbor House.  He was a member of Park Christian Reformed Church.  Jason loved life and touched all who knew him with his smile and unconditional love.   Jason is survived by his parents, Alan and Brenda (DeVries) Witte; siblings,  Christine (fiancé, Jonathon Wiest), Daniel, and Amanda; grandfather, John W. and Nell DeVries.  He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Bonnie DeVries; and grandparents, Samuel and Martha Witte.  A memorial service to celebrate Jason’s life and transformation will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 5, 2009 at Park Christian Reformed Church, 1496 W. 32nd St., Holland.  The Rev. Mark Quist will officiate.  Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at  Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th Street, Holland.  Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery.  Memorial may be made to Harbor House Ministries-New Activity Center. www.notierverleelangeland.com


 


 

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Jesse W. Lewis

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 3:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jesse W. Lewis, 61, of 1325 North SR 3, LaGrange, Ind., died Feb. 19, 2009, at the home of his sister in White Pigeon, Mich. Services and burial were held Feb. 25, 2009 in St. Claire, Mo. Local arrangements were handled by the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon.


 


 

John Edward 'Jack' Perry, 81

Former Petoskey resident John Edward "Jack" Perry, 81, of Myakka City, Fla., died Feb. 26, 2009, at a hospital in Arcadia, Fla.


 


 

John M. 'Bud' Schutte

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 5:05 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- John M. "Bud" Schutte, 78, of Harris Street in Ironwood, died peacefully Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, in Duluth, Minn., with his family by his side.


 


 

John M. Szuma Jan. 14, 1925-March 1, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:39 AM 

John M. Szuma, 84, of Maybee died at 10:05 p.m. Sunday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. He had been in poor health for a year.


 


 

John Raymond Ashburn

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 4:32 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- John Raymond Ashburn, 54, of Wakefield, passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 2, 2009, at his home, after a brief illness. 


 


 

John Walter Burgess Jr. Attica John Walter Burgess Jr., 64, of Attica, passed away unexpectedly Friday (February 27, 2009). He was born January 3, 1945, to John and Edith Burgess of Farmington, Mo. John spent much of his youth in the Pontiac area. He attended Pontiac Central High School, where he first met his wife of 43 years, Lavonne Burgess. After high school, he loyally served his country as Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force. After returning from active duty, he married Lavonne and began a career in the automotive field as a mechanical engineer. John had an astounding understanding of old cars and soon developed a passion for collecting them. He would continue working within his trade up until his death. John was extremely devoted to his family and his friends in the Lapeer, Oakland and Macomb County areas. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. John spent the last 38 years in Attica, first in the old Payne farm on Payne Road, where

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Jose Castaneda, 81

Monday, March 2, 2009 5:36 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mr. Jose A. Castaneda, age 81, of Holland, died Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Holland Hospital.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna, in 2007; sisters, Olga Castaneda, Anita Castaneda of Texas; and a great- granddaughter, Angel Marie Castillo in 2005.  Jose was a member of the Cornerstone Tabernacle Church of Holland and retired from Parke Davis.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II.  He is survived by his children, Elevorio and Olga Castaneda of Laredo, TX, Paul Richard Castaneda, Maria Anna and Isaac Anaya , Linda Jean Castaneda; grandchildren, Elisa Balderas, Sonia Beltran Hughes, Valarie Anaya, Melissa Castillo, Angel Andres, Jose Beltran, Mariah Austin, Gabrielle Austin, Victoria Anaya, Mercedes Castaneda, Marissa Anaya, Paul Castaneda II, Julian Lugo, Jaqlin Lugo, Marxus Lugo, all of Holland; seven great-grandchildren; three stepchildren; brothers, Juan Castaneda of Lafaria, TX, Jaime Castaneda of Albuquerque, NM;  in-laws, Joan Caldwell of Holland, Delois and Elson Osborn of Bangor, Barbara and Gary Wishon of South Haven, Carlene and Leon Wishon of South Haven, Don and Barb Caldwell of Bangor, Jay Caldwell of Florida. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at Lighthouse Baptist Church, 501 E. 24th St.,  Holland with Rev. Douglas Wright officiating.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  Visiting will be 6-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland.  Memorial contributions may be given to Cornerstone Tabernacle Church, 636 E. 24th St., Holland, 49423.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.


 


 

Josephine Aker

Thursday, March 5, 2009 12:41 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Josephine Aker, 93, of Coldwater, died Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher Funeral Home and will be announced as soon as they become available.


 


 

KLEIN ERVINE EMANUEL 

March 1, 2009, age 91. Loving husband of the late Eula. Proud and generous father of Christina, Leslie, Mary, Brock, John, Peter, Anne and the late Stephanie. He is survived by his brother Lawrence Klein. Dear grandfather of 15 and great-grandfather of two. He will be greatly missed by all. Family will receive friends Friday 4-9 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Thomas More Church, 4580 N. Adams Road, Troy. Memorial tributes to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. View obituary and share memories at


 


 

KOWALCZUK NICOLAUS 

3-6 p.m. Saturday at Haley Funeral Directors, Southfield (24525 Northwestern Hwy./East of Evergreen). A full obituary, condolences & memorial information at: www.haleyfuneraldirectors.com 


 


 

Kenneth Adams

ADAMS, Kenneth Jerome - Age 74, of Linden, died Saturday, February 28, 2009 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden with Rev. Donald Neuville officiating. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Gaines. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-9 PM Tuesday at the funeral home where a rosary will be prayed at 7 PM Tuesday. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to National Congenital CMV Disease Registry, Feigin Center, Suite 1150, 1102 Bates Street, MC 3-2371 Houston, TX 77030-2399. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page www.sharpfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Kenneth R. Norton

Saturday, February 28, 2009 3:48 AM 

IRON BELT, Wis.   -- Kenneth R. "Snorton Norton" Norton, 65, of Iron Belt, died unexpectedly early Thursday morning, Feb. 26, 2009, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minn.


 


 

Kitti 'Lois' VanElls

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:15 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kitti “Lois” VanElls, 75, of Adrian passed away at Bixby Medical Center, March 2, 2009. She is survived by her children, Bob (Ali) VanElls and Coral (Doug) Lehman; one grandson, James VanElls, and numerous stepgrandchildren and great-grandchildren, four brothers and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dave. Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 5, 2009, at Maple Avenue Bible Church, 735 W. Maple Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Avenue Bible Church. Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

LAMB ROBERT 

"BOB" BRUCE Died at home in Tryon, NC March 1, 2009. Born May 16, 1923 in Detroit, Michigan, he is survived by his wife of 24 years, Joyce Huey Lamb, and a sister, Bettie Lamb Fairbanks of Michigan. He was predeceased by his first wife, Delphine Kerr Lamb. Bob was a veteran of World War II where he fought in the Battle of the Bulge and subsequently was detained as a Prisoner of War. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart, among other decorations. After graduation from Michigan State University, Bob spent his working career as a partner in the firm Schmidt, Lamb & Smith, Manufacturing Agents to the automotive industry. Foxhunting in Metamora, Michigan was a passionate avocation for many years. Bob was a long-time advocate of animal rights and a loyal supporter of the Salvation Army and Disabled American Veterans. After retiring to Tryon, NC he served on the Board of Directors of the Foothills Humane Society. An online guest register is available at, McFarland Funeral Chapel Tryon, NC.


 


 

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LINDBLOOM FRED W 

Age 82 of Utica, March 3, 2009. A United States Navy Veteran, Mr. Lindbloom was a graduate of Cranbrook and University of Detroit Law. He was a business owner and an avid boater. Beloved husband of Joyce House. Loving father of Kay Lane, Gregg (Kat) Lindbloom, Jess (Tammy) Bussell, Fred (Jackie) Bell, Elizabeth (Don) Calderone, Brent Bussell, Karen (Glenn) Franks, and Joyce (Greg) Salisbury. He was also cherished by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Private Services are being held. Inurnment at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. Memorials to St. John Hospice appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel in Shelby Twp. Share on line condolence with the family, visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com


 


 

LYNCH CHARLENE R 

March 2, 2009. Age 59. Of Taylor. She will be missed by her many loving family members and friends. Charlene is predeceased by her parents Charles and Josephine Cavanaugh. Family to receive friends on Sunday March 8, 2009 from 2-4 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home, 23750 Goddard Rd. (Taylor Chapel). Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Humane Society. Onlineguestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com


 


 

Landon M. Monty

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 3:25 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Landon Michael Monty, son of Michael and Maryann (Goodwin) Monty of White Pigeon, Michigan was stillborn Monday, March 2, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital. Landon is survived by his parents; his grandparents, Ray and Cyndi Monty of Sturgis, Robert Goodwin of Lima, Ohio, and Wilma and Ed Bellamy of Lima, Ohio; great-grandparents, Stella Pacheco of Colorado and Irene Eaton of Sturgis; aunts and uncles, Shawna and Justin Deeds of Centreville, Tim and Celeste Monty of Fox Lake, Ill. and Melissa Goodwin of Lima, Ohio. The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Thursday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes — Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa Street, Sturgis. Cremation will follow the visitation. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Burr Oak United Methodist Church in Burr Oak. The Rev. Donald Graham will officiate. A luncheon and time of fellowship will follow the service at the church. Memorial donations  to the family would be appreciated to help with expenses, c/o: Michael Monty, 213 S. Lincoln, White Pigeon, MI 49099. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages may be left for the family.  


 


 

Leon S. Kimball

Thursday, March 5, 2009 2:59 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Leon S. Kimball, age 89 of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Saturday afternoon Feb. 28, 2009, at the Sturgis Hospital emergency room. He was born Jan. 21, 1920, in Sturgis, a son of the late Ray and Elsie (Squires) Kimball. Leon had resided in Sturgis his whole life. On March 3, 1945, he married Rolla Grattan at Fort Bragg, N.C. This marriage ended in divorce. He married Dolores Starai on May 25, 1985, in Chicago. This marriage also ended in divorce. For many years Leon was a general contractor, owning and operating his own construction company. He currently was a real estate broker and owned and operated Premier Properties in Sturgis. He was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis and since 1952, had been an active member of the Sturgis Rotary Club. Leon was very involved in the St. Joseph County Republican Party and the St. Joseph County Board of Realtors for many years. He was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II, earning the rank of Second Lieutenant. He is survived by two daughters, Nancy (Mitchell) Rinek of Okemos and Martha (David) Cathcart of Cleveland Heights, Ohio; one son, John (Nancy) Kimball of Minneapolis, Minn.; six grandchildren, Andrew Rinek, Christopher Rinek, Blair Cathcart, Grant Cathcart, Megan Kimball and Lindsay Kimball; and his former wife, Dolores Kimball of Sturgis. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Leon Kimball will be held March 20 at the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis. Service time will be announced closer to date of services. The Rev. Deb Johnson will officiate. A private graveside committal of the ashes will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis at a later date, when full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Army Honor Guard. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be directed to the Rotary Sand Fill Project c/o: Sturgis Rotary Club, P.O. Box 7074, Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Lois Phillips, 90

Monday, March 2, 2009 5:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lois Phillips, 90, of Zeeland, died Monday, March 2, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services.


 


 

Lonnie G. Branscum

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 9:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lonnie G. Branscum, 61, of Deerfield passed away on Monday, March 2, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Mich. He was born on Sept. 16, 1947, in Batesville, Ark., to Claud and Marie (Young) Branscum. On Jan. 29, 1966, Lonnie was married to Barbara Forche. She survives. Lonnie worked as a Die Maker for Ford Motor Company in Rawsonville, Mich., and retired in 1998. He enjoyed boating and spending summers at Devils Lake, and attending auctions and his grandchildren’s school sporting events. Lonnie was also a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Deerfield. Surviving is his wife, Barbara Branscum of Deerfield; four children, Lori (Les) Manley of Petersburg, Gregory (Cindy) Branscum of Clinton, Annette (Brad) Sieler of Petersburg and Becky Branscum of Deerfield; one brother, Gary Branscum of Deerfield; 12 grandchildren and one great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Claude Ray Branscum, and a son-in-law, Tim Sarver. Funeral services for Lonnie will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Deerfield. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery in Petersburg. Visitation will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield, with a prayer service at 8 p.m. Thursday. Visitation will also take place on Friday after 10 a.m. at the church.


 


 

Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead 

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


 


 

Lynn Diane (Hakamaki) Schroeder

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 5:06 AM 

MENOMONIE, Wis. -- Lynn Diane (Hakamaki) Schroeder, 52, of Menomonie, formerly of Wakefield, Mich., passed away Saturday evening, Feb. 28, 2009, in Chippewa Falls. 


 


 

MANIACI VITO G 

Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Friday 10:30 a.m. until time of 11 a.m. Mass at St. Malachy Catholic Church, 14114 14 Mile Rd. (E. of Schoenherr). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society preferred. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

MARINETTI TODD M 

Friday 3-9 p.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to the family appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

MARMON DR MILTON W 

Beloved husband of Margie Marmon. Dear father of David (Linda Speck MD) Marmon, Sue (Jim) Blacketer, and Paul (Patricia) Marmon. Devoted grandfather of Alex Marmon, Sara and Joey Blacketer, Michelle and Travis Marmon. Cherished brother of the late Jerry Marmon and the late Richard Marmon. SERVICES 3 P.M. FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MACHPELAH CEMETERY CHAPEL. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com


 


 

MARTIN RUTH ANN 

March 2, 2009 in Abington, PA. Age 79. Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of Patrick, MD (Pamela), Kathleen, Ph.D. and Nancy. Dear grandmother of Emily, Jane and Caroline. Sister of Edward Budzinski and Robert Budzinski. Funeral service Friday 1 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd. (between Maple and Big Beaver). Family will receive friends Friday 11 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to Macomb-Oakland Regional Center (to support disabled children and adults), c/o Futures Foundation, 16200 Nineteen Mile Rd., PO Box 380710, Clinton Twp., MI 48038. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com


 


 

MATSOS HARRY G 

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MOLL JULIE (NEE NOLAN) 

Friday 4-9 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In state Saturday 12:30 p.m. until time of Mass 1 p.m. at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. www.mccabefuneralhome.com 


 


 

MONTOLIO HELEN 

Friday 5-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Funeral Service Saturday 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. 


 


 

Marian Grace Burmeister

Marian Grace Burmeister, age 81, passed away in Gladwin, on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009. 


 


 

Marie I. Radtke 1920-2009 Marie Irene Radtke, 88, Caseville, died Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at Lake Orion Nursing Home while under hospice care. She was born May 1, 1920 in Detroit to the late Albert Hugo and Mary Ann (Schulte) Hiller. She grew up in Center Line and graduated from St. Clement High School in 1938 after which she attended Wayne State College in Detroit. On May 30, 1942 she married John George Radtke Jr. at St. Clement Catholic Church. John preceded her in death on February 10, 1996. After the war, Marie and John built a home in Center Line where all of her children were raised. Marie retired in 1982 from H.L. Claeys Plumbing, Heating and Well Drilling of Warren. Having had a cottage in Caseville since 1964, they moved there upon retiring in 1982. Marie was an active member of St. Roch Catholic Church, having served on Parish Council and the Women's Society. She was also a member of the Caseville Eagles #3690 Auxiliary, Caseville Library Club and the Caseville Retirement Club. She enjoyed playing cards, crocheting, making afghans and spending time with her family. She is survived by her children, John (Joann), Alpena, Marie (Dennis) Bolo, Sterling Heights, Daniel (Dina), Bay City, Dianne Polk, Center Line and David (Denise), Allen, Texas; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and sister Virginia (Vincent) Grobbel, N.C. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Ralph and Albert Hiller. Funeral mass was held on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at St. Roch Catholic Church. Rev. Kenneth Yaroch presided, with burial taking place in St. Roch Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the Capuchin Monastery in Detroit. Arrangements were handled by the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Caseville.

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Marjorie Van Raalte, 83

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 5:13 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marjorie “Midge” Van Raalte, age 83, of Holland, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, March 2, 2009. Midge was a member of Harlem Reformed Church and was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel R. Van Raalte.  She retired from General Electric after many years.  She is survived by her children, Myrna and Ben Huizinga of West Olive, Sandra and Steve DuMond of Jupiter, FL, Timothy and Kathy Van Raalte of West Olive, Alan Van Raalte of Grand Haven, Marc Van Raalte of Holland; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brothers and sister, Fritz Johnson of Holland, Howard and Betty Bakker of West Olive, Larry and Eunice Bakker of Grand Haven; brother-in-law, Floyd Van Raalte of Grand Rapids; many nephews, nieces and cousins.  The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 6, 2009 at Harlem Reformed Church, 6854 144th Avenue in Holland.  Reverend John Nyitray will be officiating.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Home.  Visitation will be at Harlem Reformed Church on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. and also on Friday from 10-10:45 a.m.  Memorial contributions may be made to Harlem Reformed Church Scholarship Fund.  Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial .com.


 


 

Mary Sarna 

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


 


 

McAllister, Ruth L. "Fern"

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McCray, Vera Belle (Mitcheltree)

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Melvin "Mike" Hitchcock

Melvin "Mike" Hitchcock, 93 of Beaverton, died Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009 at Dade City, Florida.


 


 

Merle D. Raber

Monday, March 2, 2009 6:25 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Merle D. Raber, of Jonesville, passed away Friday, Feb. 27, 2009 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born April 9, 1927 in Allegan the son of Roger and Mabel (Long) Raber. He is survived by his wife, of 56 years, Alice B. Raber; four children, Zale (Alice) Raber of Suffolk, Va., Tori (Robert) Morrison of Brighton, Tenn., Kenneth (Christine) Raber of Holland, and William Raber of Jonesville; three grandchildren, Taylor and Merice Raber and David (Emily) Mobley; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. Mr. Raber graduated from Allegan High School and continued his education at Michigan State University where he graduated in 1952. He served his country in the United States Navy and was a member of the American Legion Post in Jonesville. He worked as a Wildlife Biologist and retired from the Department of Natural Resources after 30 years of service. After his retirement he continued to work for the Hillsdale County Soil Conservation District. He was also a member of the Jonesville Lions Club, the Branch County Community Band, the Michigan Fiddlers Association and the Somerset Congregational Church and he was a life member of the International Order of the King’s Daughters and Sons. At his request cremation has taken place and a graveside memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Merle D. Raber will be held at the Moscow Plains Cemetery in Moscow Township at 1 p.m. Wednesday with Pastor John Reist officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Michigan Fiddlers Association-Youth Program or to the Chautauqua Building Program King’s Daughters and Sons, or the Somerset Congregational Church.  


 


 

Miriam A. Hart Feb. 6, 1937-March 1, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:37 AM 

Miriam A. Hart, 72, of Lambertville, died at 12:04 a.m. Sunday at Ebeid Hospice Residence, Sylvania. She had been in poor health for two weeks. 


 


 

Miriam A. Hart March 1, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 10:32 AM 

Miriam A. Hart, 72, of Lambertville died at 12:04 a.m. Sunday at Ebeid Hospice, Flower Hospital, Sylvania, Ohio. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home.


 


 

NAWROCKI THEODORE V 

at the Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke (S. of 11 Mile Rd. or the 696 expressway) Thursday from 5-9 p.m. and Friday from 2-9 p.m. In state St. Clement Catholic Church, 25320 Van Dyke (N. of 10 Mile Rd) Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.


 


 

NORRIS BRIAN C 

Friday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 1p.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). 


 


 

NORTON ERIC JR 

Sunday March 8, 2009 from 4-8 p.m. and Monday, March 9, 2009 from 3-8 p.m. at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Rd. (between Big Beaver and Wattles Rds.) Troy, (248) 689-0700. Funeral Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 12 noon at the funeral home. Interment White Chapel Memorial Cemetery, Troy. Memorials to the charities of your choice. Share memories at www.pricefuneralhome.net


 


 

NYKIEL WLADYSLAW 

"WALTER" of Amherstburg, Ontario, passed away peacefully with family at his side at the Windsor Regional Hospital - Malden Park Palliative Care Unit on March 3, 2009 at the age of 86 following a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Walter was born in Bystrowicach, Poland on May 7, 1922 to Aniela and Jozef Nykiel. He was one of six children. During WW II, he joined the Polish armed forces under British command and served in the Middle East, Africa, and Italy. Following the war, Walter emigrated to Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada in 1947 where he worked on sugar beet farms and later in the area coal mines. He met his future wife, Zofia, in Lethbridge and were married on August 26, 1950 at St. Patrick's Church. In 1958, Walter and his family emigrated to Detroit, Michigan, U.S, where he was employed at Henry Ford Hospital and retired after 25 years of dedicated service. Walter was predeceased by his loving wife, Zofia, and brothers Czeslaw, Godfryd, and Aleksander. He is survived by his two children - Bill (Toni) Nykiel and Aline (Jim) Hilton, two sisters - Josephine (Tony) Mroz and Katy (Stanley) Smiegielski, sister-in-law Leona (Steve) Spisak, five grandchildren - Christopher, Zofia, Matthew, Karrie, and Carolyn, five great-grandchildren Justin, Amanda, Nathaniel, Jaylin, and Ian, and many cousins, nephews, nieces and friends in Canada, United States, and Poland. The family would like to thank the very many caring people that helped to make Walter's last years easier: Dr. Lovell and staff at the Amherstburg Medical Associates and Walk-In Clinic, Dr. Moore and the caring staff at Henry Ford Hospital, Windsor Regional Hospital - Met Campus and Malden Park Palliative Care Unit. In lieu of flowers, donations to the CNIB www.cnib.ca, Windsor Regional Cancer Centre-www.windsorcancerfoundation.org or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at St. John the Baptist Church, 225 Brock Street, Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada. JAMES H. SUTTON FUNERAL HOME, Amherstburg, Ontario (519-736-2134) entrusted with arrangements. A tree will be planted in memory of Wladyslaw in the Sutton Heritage Forest. You may leave your on-line condolences at www.jhsutton-funeral.ca


 


 

Norma Fuller

Fuller, Norma C. (Schwab) Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Fuller passed away Tuesday afternoon, March 3, 2009 at her residence. Age 75 years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and a complete obituary will be announced in Thursday's edition of the paper.


 


 

O'HEARN JAMES R 

3-9 p.m. Friday. Interment St. Lawrence Cemetery. Memorials suggested to The Utica Fire Department. 


 


 

ORSINI CLARA E 

Friday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Homes, 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Paul on the Lake, 157 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms. Memorial contributions to Capuchins appreciated. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org


 


 

Orland Francis Wilson Imlay City Orland Francis Wilson was born February 26, 1929, in Imlay City. He passed away on February 26, 2009. Orland had been employed at General Motors for 30 years before retiring. Orland moved to Black Canyon City, Ariz., to live with his stepson and his wife, William C. and Kay Beckman. He had been a long-term member of the First Baptist Church of Lapeer. He leaves 5 stepchildren, William C. (Kay) Beckman Sr. of Black Canyon City, Ariz., Florance Wilcox of Caro, Gloria Fick of Lum, Audrey (Ronald) Hart of Kennewick, Wash., and Kathryn (Steve) Kessell of Penn Valley, Calif; 23 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren and 44 great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Richard (Gail) Yost, Lapeer; half sister, Kathleen Stuart; step-niece, Valerie Dalgard of Austin, Texas; half brother, Earl (Linda) Nephew of Buckner, Mo. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Laura Celesta (Yost) Wilson, in 2000. Also prece

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PRENTKI LOTTIE 

will be Friday 4-8 p.m. Rosary will be on Friday at 6 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. 


 


 

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Patricia A. Johnson Oct. 5, 1941-Feb. 28, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 10:35 AM 

Patricia A. Johnson, 67, of Monroe, died at 10 p.m. Saturday at Mercy Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family and friends. 


 


 

Peter C. Beauvais April 25, 1932-Feb. 28, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 11:44 AM 

Peter C. Beauvais, age 76 of Monroe, MI, peacefully and surrounded by his family went into the arms of the Lord at 3:00 PM, the hour of our Lords death, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center on February 28, 2009. 


 


 

QUINN ADRIAN W

will be Thursday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the Cassidy-Flynn Funeral Home, Inc. (914-666-4840) where services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday. 


 


 

RALPH "BUSTER" H. UMBREIT FORESTVILLE Ralph "Buster" H. Umbreit, age 85, of the Forestville area passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at Tendercare in Cass City. Ralph was born on July 2, 1923 in Detroit, son of the late Arthur and Gertrude (Mortenson) Umbreit. He married Kathleen Hoyt on July 5, 1970 in Deckerville. He lived most of his life in the Forestville area. He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans and was an ex WWII Army P.O.W. Ralph was a member of the Minden City United Methodist Church. Buster enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and being with his family. He is survived by his wife; Kathleen A. Umbreit of the Forestville area, two daughters; Shanda (Fred) Golda of Sterling Heights, Marla (Michael) Pigozzi of Fallston, Maryland, five grandchildren; Noelle Golda, Carley Golda, Garrett Burns, Christopher Pigozzi and Isabelle Pigozzi, one sister; Dorothy Oliphant of Cass City, one step-son; Robert Dawson of Clio, several nieces and nephews. Ralph was preceded in death by one sister; Arlo Prieskorn and three brothers; Art, Robert and Donald Umbreit. A Memorial service for Ralph "Buster" Umbreit was held at the Smigielski Funeral Home, Minden City with Pastor John Rapson of the Minden City United Methodist Church officiating. Military honors were provided by the Michigan National Guard Honor Guard. Arrangements made by Smigielski Funeral Home, 8545 Cass Avenue, Minden City, MI 48456

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ROBINSON PATRICK JOHN 

Age 65 of Bluffton, South Carolina, formerly of Hartland, Michigan. He was born 12/14/43 in Detroit. He was married to his sweetheart Pam Robinson for 45 years. They have four children: Lee Robinson of Howell, MI, John Robinson of Lexington, SC, Jennifer Dean of Bluffton SC, and Jessica Gibbs of Greenville, SC. He had nine grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He is survived by his sister, Judy Collinsworth of Bowie, TX; and his brothers, Jim Robinson of Novi, MI, and Terry Robinson of Farmington Hills, MI. Pat was active in the manufactured home industry having founded Global Mobile Homes in the mid 70's in the metro Detroit market. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 7, at 3 p.m. at Sauls Funeral Home in Bluffton, SC.


 


 

ROCKWELL LEWIS A 

Friday 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Wayne State University Law School or the Salvation Army, S.E. Michigan Division. ahpeters.com 


 


 

Ramona "Shorty" Baisch

Ramona "Shorty" Baisch, age 79, passed away in Gladwin, on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009. She was born on June 8, 1929 in Manistique, to Aldolph and Florence (Plant) Romer.


 


 

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Rex B. Flickinger

Monday, March 2, 2009 6:22 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rex Blake Flickinger, 87, of Pioneer, Ohio, passed away Saturday Feb. 28, 2009, at home following an extended illness. He was born May 21, 1921, in Ranson Township to Ora and Mable (Mills) Flickinger.  Rex retired from the Aro Corporation in 1983, and was a longtime pastor at many area churches including East Ovid, South Amboy and Camden Missionary Church, where he currently served.  He is survived by the love of his life, wife Marjorie May (Keck) Flickinger, whom he married over 70 years ago on June 17, 1938.  He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Also surviving are daughters. Joanne Dohm of Pioneer, Lynda Robison of Hillsdale, Jill (Sam) Shaw of  Montpelier, Ohio, Leah (Kevin) Klingler of Waldron; son, Lynn (Aimie) Flickinger of Macon, Ga.; sister, Jeanne (Russell) Gee of Waldron; 16 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, O.J., Harry and Max; sister, Marjorie Loomis; two sons-in-law, Jim Dohm and Jim Robison; and one grandson, Dennis Robison. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Camden Missionary Church with Pastor Brian Colby officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Ransom Township. Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. Memorials are suggested to the Camden Missionary Church or Hospice of Williams and Fulton Counties.


 


 

Richard A. Smith Feb. 28, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:37 AM 

Attorney Richard A. Smith, 73, of Cheboygan, quietly passed away Saturday afternoon, February 28, at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital.


 


 

Richard A. Sofio

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 4:30 AM 

BESSEMER, Mich. -- Richard A. Sofio, 62, a former resident of Bessemer, passed away Feb. 28, 2009, in Lansing, where he resided for the past 12 years. 


 


 

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Richard Paul Scott

Saturday, February 28, 2009 6:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Richard Paul Scott, 41, of Hancock, Mich., died Feb. 8, 2009, as a result of a snowmobile accident. He was born in Coldwater on Jan. 24, 1968, to Kandy and Richard Scott. He attended Coldwater High School and later Michigan Tech. He is survived by his daughter, Suzette, of Houghton; mother Kandy Scott, Coldwater; brother Kit Scott, Reading; half sisters Lori (Tim) Malone, Bronson and Sally Scott, Coldwater; Uncle Michael Sweet, Aunt Roberta Raymond and maternal grandmother, Arlene Sweet all of Coldwater and Uncle Michael Scott, Cincinnati, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Scott and stepfather, Gary Wiley.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Michigan Tech Employees Federal Credit Union in Houghton, in the name of Suzette Scott.  There will be a memorial at the Coldwater Elks at 5 p.m. on April 11.


 


 

Robert L. Schafer Jan. 2, 1927-March 1, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:38 AM 

Robert L. Schafer, age 82, of Carleton died on Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Mercy Memorial Hospital in Monroe, Michigan. He had been in failing health for the past six weeks.


 


 

Robert Schafer March 1, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 10:32 AM 

Robert Schafer, 82, of Carleton died Sunday in Monroe. Arrangements by Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Carleton Chapel. 


 


 

Robert Smart Jr., 71

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 5:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Smart Jr., age 71, of Holland, formerly of Midland, passed away Monday, March 2, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. He graduated from Purdue University with a masters degree in Chemical Engineering. Robert retired in 1993 after 30 years with the Dow Chemical Company. Robert and Joan moved to Holland following his retirement. He spent the next three years working for Allen Extruders. Robert was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Holland and a former member of the Chapel Lane Presbyterian Church in Midland. Robert was preceded in death by his father, Robert Smart. Surviving are his wife, Joan, of 48 years; children, Craig Smart of West Palm Beach, FL, David Smart of Clarkston, MI, and Jennifer and Marc Waite of Granger, IN; grandchildren, Nicholas Smart, Justin Smart, Adam Smart, Ashley Waite, and Trevor Waite; mother, Dorothy Smart of Kirkwood, MO; brothers and sister, Bill and Elaine Smart of Clearwater, FL, John and Shari Smart of Kirkwood, MO, and Janet Smart of Kirkwood, MO. Memorial services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday at First Presbyterian Church, 695 State Street, with Rev. Matthew Webber officiating. Visitation will follow the service. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church or Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements are by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Northwood Chapel. For more information and an online registry, visit www.lifestorynet.com  


 


 

Robert T. Kollar

Wednesday, March 4, 2009 9:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert T. Kollar, age 72, of Macon, passed away March 3, 2009. Funeral arrangements are pending at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. 


 


 

Robert W. Eldridge

• Robert W. Eldridge, 97, of Bear Lake, died Saturday, Feb. 28. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Robert "Bobby" A. Searing

Thursday, March 5, 2009 12:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert “Bobby” A. Searing, 63, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. The service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home with Pastor Scott Arnold of the Quincy Union Church officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. Bobby was born July 17, 1945 in Jackson to Robert and Elizabeth (Newell) Searing. Mr. Searing was a lifelong resident of Branch County. He attended the Union Church in Quincy and had worked at the former Midwest Foundry in Coldwater for a few years. Bobby enjoyed fishing, listening to music, telling jokes, and taking walks, especially to visit his many friends at the Coldwater “Tasty Twist.” Most of all he loved the time he spent with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother William Searing. Bobby is survived by his sisters Rebecca Walters, Beverly (Penny) Green and Vickie Searing, all of Coldwater, brother David (Selina) Searing of Coldwater, half brother Barry (Rita) Searing of Gillette, Wy., eight nieces and nephews, 18 great nieces and nephews and two great, great nieces. Memorials may be directed to the Friendship Center, 493 Marshall St. Coldwater, MI 49036 or to the Fresenius Medical Care, Coldwater. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.


 


 

Ronald F. Benedict

Ronald F. Benedict, age 65, passed away his home in Gladwin, on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009. 


 


 

Ronald S. Beck

A military memorial service is scheduled for Ronald S. Beck, who died Feb.15 in a house fire in Wisconsin. The service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 7 at the American Legion on James Street ...


 


 

Rudolfs Jankavs

JANKAVS, Rudolfs Of Kalamazoo Rudolfs Jankavs passed this life early Monday morning, March 2, 2009. In his passing and in his earlier struggles, he was well cared for by family and his Borgess Hospice caregivers. Rudolfs was born April 21, 1905 in Leepkalne, Latvia, emigrated to the United States in 1949 and has been a resident of Kalamazoo since that time. He was a member of the Kalamazoo Latvian Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Kalamazoo Chapter of the Daugavas Vanagi. Services will be held Thursday, 1:00 PM at the Langland Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., Kalamzaoo Michigan with Reverend Biruta Puike officiating. The family will be at the funeral home one hour before service time. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to one of the these organizations: Kalamazoo Latvian Evangelical Lutheran Church, 122 Cherry Hill, Kalamazoo, MI 49006, Borgess Hospice, 348 N. Burdick Street, Kalamazoo MI 49007, or, Daugavas Vanagi, Kalamazoo Chapter 8388 West D Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49009. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 269-343-1508


 


 

Ruth N. Swartzendruber 1925 - 2009 Ruth Naomi Swartzendruber, 83, Pigeon, passed away Friday, February 27, 2009 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care in Pigeon. She was born in Oliver Township on April 21, 1925, the daughter of the late Emanuel and Kathryn (Zehr) Swartzendruber. Ruth was a woman of faith and a member of Pigeon River Mennonite Church. She loved helping the poor and needy and was known as the "bread lady" of the community. She gave her time and money to many Christian organizations, including Rosedale Mission and Gospel for Asia. Although not a school teacher, she had a passion to teach, which included Bible School and Sunday School, and enjoyed helping people. Ruth often said, "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again." Ruth was a homemaker throughout her lifetime and worked for Dr. Scheurer as a housekeeper and assistant for 40 years. She enjoyed handwork such as knitting, sewing, making toys and also enjoyed gardening and bird watching. She especially loved her granddaughter Kailea, her "little dolly". She is survived by her daughter, Ovidia (Titus) Cerna, Goshen, Ind.; a granddaughter, Kailea Cerna and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Jantzi and a brother and sister-in-law, Harvey and Mabel Swartzendruber. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at the Pigeon River Mennonite Church, with Rev. Alvin Yoder, pastor, officiating. Burial took place in the church cemetery. Memorials for Miss Swartzendruber may be made to Bible Society or Gospel for Asia. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon.

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SAMPLES MARGARET 

Thursday 2-9 p.m. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens West. www.neely-turowski.com 


 


 

SKARUPINSKI ANNA I 

Friday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at Saint Dunstan Catholic Church, 1515 Belton (2 blocks west of Inkster, 2 blocks south of Ford Rd.). Memorial suggested to Henry Ford Hospice or the Alzheimer's Association.


 


 

SMITH MELVIN E 

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STAWSKI THERESA ANN 

Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blks East of VanDyke), Utica. Funeral Mass Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 12509 19 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights. Memorials appreciated to American Cancer Society, 18505 W. 12 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48076. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Please share a memory with the family at: www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

STEIN BENJAMIN 

"BENNY" Beloved husband of Therese. Dear brother of Sol (Judith) Stein, Isadore (Marilyn) Stein and the late Madelyn Kovan. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Services Thursday 10 a.m., at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL 248-543-1622. Interment at Great Lakes National Cemetery.


 


 

STEIN IRENE S

Beloved wife of the late Herman J. Stein. Dear mother of Talbert S. (Elaine) Stein, Roy (Sheila) Stein and Mickey (Kathy Flanagan) Stein. Loving grandmother of Jessica (Kurt) Shlager, Julie (Moshe) Rothenberg, Karen (Yaakov Tzvi) Torrano and the late Joshua Stein. Devoted great-grandmother of Deborah, Daniel, Shmuel, Esther and Yoseff. Sister of Jack Greenbaum and Dorothy (Reuben) Silver. GRAVESIDE SERVICES TODAY 2:30 P.M. AT GREENWOOD CEMETERY IN PETOSKEY. A MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD IN PETOSKY AT A LATER DATE. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL (248) 406-6000 or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com


 


 

STEMPIEN STANLEY S 

February 26, 2009. Age 83. Beloved husband of Stephanie (nee Kawecki). Dearest father of Nancy (Dennis) Koras, Jeannette (the late Nicholas) Conti, Alice Mitkus, Marie (Mel) Schulte, and Thomas (Laurie) Stempien. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Rose (the late Donald) Taber, Irene (the late Marion) Yerkovich, Dolores DeWitt, and the late Fred, Sr. (Helen) Stempien. Memorial Mass Saturday 12 p.m. March 7, 2009, at St. Clement Church, 25320 Van Dyke (between 10 and 11 Mile). Interment Arlington National Cemetery. Arrangements by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Sarah "Jane" Durall

Saturday, February 28, 2009 6:33 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Sarah “Jane” Durall, 76, of Mosherville, passed away Friday at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.  She was born Jan. 11, 1933, in Magoffin County, Ky., to Walter and Sadie Wireman.  She worked as a certified nursing assistant at Spring Arbor Manor and was a member and current president of the Mosherville Ladies Aid.  She loved her cat and enjoyed reading, gardening, cooking and canning. On Sept. 11, 1965, she married Charles Franklin Durall and he preceded her in death on Jan. 16, 1994. Survivors include: one daughter, Julie Gordon of Jonesville; grandchildren, Elizabeth Gordon of Jonesville, Amy (Steve) Cain of Somerset Center, Michael (Kari) Prater of Litchfield; great-grandson, Gage Paul Cain; three sisters, Kash Sanford, Charlene Sanford, Erma Lovely; five brothers, Harold Dean Wireman, Claude Wireman, Bob Wireman, Clyde Wireman and Russell Wireman. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two sons (Charles & Paul Prater), two sisters, one brother, and one great-grandson. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m Monday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield.  Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Visitation is scheduled from 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Sunday. Memorials are suggested to the Mosherville Ladies Aid.


 


 

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Stephany V. Krenzel

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 5:11 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Stephany V. Krenzel, 92, of Ironwood Township, died Sunday, March 1, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

TRUEMAN JACK R 

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Tanya Marie Brooks Fenton Tanya Marie Brooks, 41, of Fenton, passed away Thursday (February 26, 2009) at Hidden Peace Assisted Living. She was born April 10, 1967, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Robert Rudyj and Jean Knox. She married Tim Brooks on January 21, 1989 in Chicago. Tanya attended Indiana University, earning her Associates Degree in pre-school education. She then moved to Ft. Wayne and became a pre-school teacher for Epiphany Lutheran Church. After moving to Michigan, Tanya became the visionary for Hidden Peace Assisted Living, searching for a way to comfortably enable women with Multiple Sclerosis to lead a normal life. She was a strong woman who survived multiple sclerosis and breast cancer. Faith and love were the cornerstones of her life. Tanya was a devoted mother and wife who will be missed dearly and loved forever. She is survived by her husband, Tim; children, Hannah and Ross Brooks; mother, Jean (Chuck) Stanton of Illinois; brother, David Rudyj

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Thomas L. Stough March 24, 1938-Feb. 27, 2009

Sunday, March 1, 2009 8:30 AM 

Thomas "Tom" L. Stough, 70 of Temperance, MI and formerly of Ottawa Lake, MI, passed away on February 27, 2009. 


 


 

Thomas Sawyer

SAWYER, Thomas Phillip - Age 73, of Flint, died Sunday, March 1, 2009 at Genesys Hospice Care Center. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Thursday, March 5, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint, Chaplain Hank Messing officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Wednesday from 1-4 and 6-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Thomas Phillip Sawyer Memorial Fund. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

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VREELAND ROBERT D 

Thursday 3-9 p.m. at the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main, Plymouth and at church Friday 10:30 a.m. until time of service. Share memories at schrader-howell.com 


 


 

Viola Den Herder, 88

Monday, March 2, 2009 5:41 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Viola Den Herder, 88, of Zeeland, died Monday, March 2, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.


 


 

Virginia Moffit

MOFFIT, Virginia Joyce - Age 74, of Vernon, died Thursday, February 26, 2009 at Michigan Masonic Home in Alma, MI. Services will be held 11 AM Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek with Rev. Gerald Sever officiating. Interment will follow at Altona Cemetery. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Michigan Masonic Home, Children's Miracle Network or Make-A-Wish Foundation. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituary page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

WAGERSON GRAY C 

Of Bonita Springs, Florida and Rapid City, MI, died on March 2, 2009 after living with ovarian cancer for over nine years. Mrs. Wagerson was born on the southwest shore of Torch Lake in northern Michigan on January 3, 1928 to Alex and Maxine Campbell. Mrs. Wagerson is survived by her daughters Deborah (Charles) Grombala of Saugatuck, MI; Cindy (Jim) Pixley of Traverse City, MI; and Susan (Greg) Payne of Rochester Hills, MI. She is also survived by grandchildren Khaki and Elizabeth Pixley, and Andrew, Rebecca and Joseph Payne, her stepmother Vera Campbell of Rapid City, MI; nephew John Rogalski and niece Valerie Rogalski.


 


 

WELCH DENNIS J 

Friday 2 p.m. until time of Service at 7:30 p.m. at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Rd., New Baltimore. Memorials may be made to American Red Cross or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. 


 


 

WILLIAMS PATRICIA A (SOWINSKI) 

Of Gladwin, formerly of Hamtramck, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2009 after a brief battle with cancer. She was 67 years old. Survived by her sons Raymond (Elaine) of Saline, MI and Anthony (Shelley) of Dallas, GA, grandchildren Jessica, Tyler, Eric, Patrick, and Alyssa, sister Joanne (Eugene) Surhigh, brothers Joseph (Cynthia) Sowinski, Ronald Sowinski, Stanley (Jenny) Sowinski, Paul (Janet) Sowinski, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Aloisius and Helen Sowinski and former husband, Raymond Williams. Pat loved to laugh with her grandchildren, bargain hunt at garage sales, and work in her garden. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, March 6, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edmund Catholic Church, Warren. Memorial gifts may be made to The University of Michigan Cancer Center Fund.


 


 

WM. GORDON BROCK DECKERVILLE Wm. Gordon Brock, age 77, of Deckerville, Mich., passed away in his home after a long illness on February 27, 2009. Gordon was born on August 10, 1931 to Claude I. and Charlotte A. (Halliday) Brock in Sarnia Ontario, Canada. Gordon is survived by his wife of 51 years, Barbara (Siegel), his four children; Kathy (Bill) Meneghin of Croswell, Ken (Susan) Brock of Novi, Carrie (Dave) Arndt and Helen (John) Kennedy of Deckerville, seven grandchildren; Beth (Nick) Gornowich of Harbor Beach, Renee (Scott) Stacer of Ruth, Jonathon (Tina) Block, Kathryn Kennedy of Deckerville, Amy (Kyle O'Connor) Arndt of Ubly, Erick Kennedy of Deckerville and Ian Brock of Novi, three great grandchildren; Nichole and Lily Gornowich of Harbor Beach, Abigail Block of Deckerville, three sisters; Ruth (Bill) Pulley of Owosso, Millie (Jim) Saylor of Birmingham, Mary Lisk of Lansing and one brother; Fred Brock of Corunna. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson, Jason Block and a brother-in-law, Steve Lisk. Widely known were Gordon's twinkling eyes, love of family, farming, "imaginative" jokes and mechanical interest. He enjoyed aviation and was a private pilot for many years. His pride and joy was a 1952 John Deere R purchased new in 1951 and held to this day. A private family gathering proceeded cremation. An informal Celebration of Gordon's life will be held at the Delaware Township Hall, 7979 Maple Grove, Minden City, MI 48427, on Sunday, March 8 from 1-4 pm. In lieu of flowers the family is asking memorials to be made to Home & Hospice Advantage, 5986 E. Cass City Road, Cass City, MI 48726 or Friends of The Thumb Octagon Barn, P.O. Box 145, Gagetown MI 48735.

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WNETRZAK THADDEUS ALOYSIUS 

90, passed away on March 4, 2009 at Carrington Place in Matthews, NC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday at St. Matthew Catholic Church in the Daily Chapel with Father Patrick Toole celebrant. Inurnment will follow in the Garden of St. Matthew Catholic Section at Forest Lawn East Cemetery. Ted was born on February 6, 1919 in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Apolonia and Joseph Wnetrzak. Ted was preceded in death by Gerry, his beloved wife of 62 years. Brother, Bill Wnetrzak and sister Gene Bieszke also preceded him in passing. Ted spread joy and laughter with his incredible sense of humor wherever he went. Ted loved to tell stories and jokes to make all the people he knew laugh. He enjoyed Detroit Tigers baseball, playing cards and bowling. Survivors include sons, Larry Wnetrzak (Loretta) Chuck Wnetrzak (Sallie) and daughter Debi Harkins; grandchildren, Sharon (Sharooon!) Welling, Vicki Lewis (Gary) and Jason Wnetrzak (Stephanie), Michelle Pence (Richard), Dena Wnetrzak, Chris Wnetrzak, Brian Harkins, Kevin Harkins, nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary, Helen, and Theresa and brother Stanley. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to, Medassist of Mecklenburg, 5516 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28212. Arrangements for the family are in the care of Heritage Funeral & Cremation Service, Weddington Chapel. Online guestbook is available at www.heritagefuneral.net


 


 

Walter F. Czajkowski Sr.

Thursday, March 5, 2009 2:57 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Walter F. Czajkowski  Sr., age 83, of Bronson, was surrounded by his loving family when he went peacefully to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital. Walter was born June 20, 1925, in Bronson, son of John and Alma (Smoker) Czajkowski and was a lifelong resident. He married Eleanor Smoker on Oct. 23, 1955, at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson. Walt was a United States Army veteran of World War II. He purchased his family farm in 1958 in Bronson, where he and Eleanor lived and farmed most of his life. While farming, he also worked for 24 years at the former Douglas Manufacturing Company (now Douglas Autotech) until he retired at age 62. He continued to farm until just before his death. He was a member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson , the Sacred Heart Society, Farm Bureau and the AARP. Walt enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing and collecting miniature toy farm tractors and implements. His family was the light of his life. Surviving are Eleanor, his wife of 54 years; his daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and Steve Swick of Coldwater; sons and daughters-in-law, Ray and Luci Czajkowski and Mark and Amy Czajkowski and son Walter Czajkowski Jr., all of Bronson; grandchildren, Eric Czajkowski, Josh Czajkowski, Sean Czajkowski, Kaitlyn Czajkowski, Branden Czajkowski, Morgan Czajkowski and Alexis Czajkowski, Erin Wolgamuth and Sidney Swick; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Stefan Czajkowski, Frank Czajkowski and John Czajkowski and sisters, Rose Wotta and Clara Herman. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and  6-8 p.m. at the Kolcz Funeral Home Friday, where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Funeral Mass will be held at 10: 30 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary of Assumption with the Rev. Fr. Richard A. Fritz officiating. Prayers before Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Kolcz Funeral Home.  Interment will follow in ST. Mary Cemetery with full military honors conferred by the Coldwater American Legion Post 52 Drill Team. Memorial Donations are suggested to St. Mary Church or School.. Obituary also at www.kolcz.com where private messages may be left for the family.  


 


 

Walter F. Czajkowski, Sr.

Thursday, March 5, 2009 12:42 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Walter F. Czajkowski, Sr., age 83, of Bronson, was surrounded by his loving family when he went peacefully to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at the Sturgis Hospital. Walter was born June 20, 1925 in Bronson, son of John and Alma (Smoker) Czajkowski and was a lifelong resident. He married Eleanor Smoker on Oct. 23, 1955 at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson. Walt was a United States Army Veteran of World War II. He purchased his family farm in Bronson in 1958, where he and Eleanor lived and farmed most of his life. While farming, he also worked for 24 years at the former Douglas Manufacturing Company (now Douglas Autotech) until he retired at age 62. He continued to farm until just before his death. He was a member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson, the Sacred Heart Society, Farm Bureau and the AARP. Walt enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing and collecting miniature toy farm tractors and implements. His family was the light of his life. Surviving are Eleanor, his wife of 54 years, his daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and Steve Swick of Coldwater, sons and daughters-in-law, Ray and Luci Czajkowski and Mark and Amy Czajkowski and son Walter Czajkowski, Jr., all of Bronson; grandchildren Eric Czajkowski, Josh Czajkowski, Sean Czajkowski, Kaitlyn Czajkowski, Branden Czajkowski, Morgan Czajkowski and Alexis Czajkowski, Erin Wolgamuth and Sidney Swick; four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Stefan Czajkowski, Frank Czajkowski and John Czajkowski and sisters Rose Wotta and Clara Herman. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 7, 2009 at St. Mary of Assumption with Rev. Fr. Richard A. Fritz officiating. Prayers before Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Kolcz Funeral Home. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery with full military honors conferred by the Coldwater American Legion Post 52 Drill Team. The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 2–4 and 6–8 p.m. Friday, where the Rosary will be recited at  7:30 p.m. Friday.  Memorial donations are suggested to St. Mary Church or School. Obituary also at www.kolcz.com where private messages may be left for the family.


 


 

Willis E. Witmer Feb. 28, 2009

Monday, March 2, 2009 10:32 AM 

Willis E. Witmer, 60, died at 9:10 p.m. Saturday at Oakwood Southshore Medical Center. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

YOUNGBLOOD FAYE CLANCY

Friday, March 6, 2009, 3-8 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Memorials to the Fr. Solanus Guild appreciated. ahpeters.com 

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