ARAM LUCY G |
Age 84, passed on March 9, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Raffie. Dearest father of Louise Duchesneall, Carol Aram, George (Connie) Aram, John (Cathleen) Aram. Loving grandmother of Melissa (Rob) Brauer, Elise, Ashley, Carter and Lukas Aram. Dear sister of the late John (Margie) Salagian and George (Annie) Slagen. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. In state Thursday, March 19 from 9 to 11 a.m. with services at 11 a.m. in St. John Armenian Church, 22001 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield, MI. Memorial tributes to St. John Armenian Church or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by SIMON JAVIZIAN FUNERAL HOME, 248-626-7815. Internet condolences for the family may be sent to SJavizian2@msn.com. |
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Arnold Lee Wampler Sr., age 65, of Monroe passed away  Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at his home. Arrangements have been entrusted to Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
Arnold Lee Wampler Sr. Aug. 18, 1943-March 11, 2009 Friday, March 13, 2009 11:52 AM |
Arnold Lee Wampler was born August 18, 1943 in Lenoir City, Tennessee the son of Arnold Junior and Bertha Mae (Foister) Wampler. At the age of eight the Wamplers moved to Michigan where Arnold attended Monroe Public Schools. |
Arnold Lee Wampler Sr. March 11, 2009 Thursday, March 12, 2009 11:50 AM |
Arnold Lee Wampler Sr., 65, of Monroe, died Wednesday at his home. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
Arthur L. Steinman |
Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
Mr. and Mrs. Knight of Custer announce the birth of a daughter, Audrina Marie Knight, March 12 at West Shore Medical Center. Maternal grandparents are Victoria Taylor and Tracy Vorase of Round Lake, I... |
Austin Rogers 1918 - 2009 Austin Rogers, 90, Pigeon, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2009, at Home Sweet Home in Pigeon. He was born in Bad Axe on June 11, 1918, son of the late Sterling and Katherine (Koch) Rogers. Austin served 1942-1946 with the United States Army in Portugal during World War II. On October 30, 1957 he was united in marriage to Florence Edna Limberger in Barton City. She preceded him in death on February 6, 2000. Austin retired in 1977 from the A&P grocery store near Livonia. He and Florence moved to the Pigeon area in 1978, where he was a faithful member of the Salem United Methodist Church. Austin loved his church and being with his church family, and often served as greeter and usher. He enjoyed yard work and was a hobby gardener, growing things that others could not. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by a sister, Dorothy McGregor and a brother, Donald Rogers, both of the Glennie area; a sister-in-law, Donna Limberger,Pigeon and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Arthur Rogers and Roy Rogers and a brother-in-law, Ralph Limberger. Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 8, 2009 at the Salem United Methodist Church, Pigeon. Rev. Michael T. Sawicki, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in Grandlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Salem United Methodist Church Building Fund. Arrangements were handled by Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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BEATRICE E. ROSS MARLETTE Beatrice E. Ross, age 88, of Marlette died Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Gratiot Medical Center in Alma. Beatrice has lived in Marlette since 1942 and was previously from Girard, Michigan area. She was born February 10, 1921 in Coldwater, Michigan, daughter to the late Roland and Dorothy (Youse) Wagoner. She graduated from Cold- water High School in 1937 and W.M.U. in 1942 with her Teaching degree. Beatrice married Morris C. Ross on June 19, 1943 in Girard, Michigan, he has preceded her in death, January 17, 1993. Beatrice taught English and was the Librarian in Marlette High School for many years and also taught at Brown City High School. She was a member of the Marlette First United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, G.F.W.C. and Eastern Star's in Marlette. After her retirement from teaching she tutored many students in the area. She is survived by two sons; Bill (Lynn) Ross of Cadillac, Jim (Doreen) Ross of Marlette, one daughter; Moreen Greenlick of Grand Blanc, two brothers; Max (Jean) Wagoner of Kentucky, Barry (Mary) Wagoner of Whitemore Lake, one son-in-law; Rocco Tenaglia of Lapeer, special friend & relative; Maxine Ganyard of Albuquerque, NM, 7 grandchildren; Scott Franzel, Todd Franzel, Ben Ross, Christen Ross, David Ross, Nicholas Ross and Andrew Ross, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter; Janet Tenaglia, infant daughter; Christina Ross, son-in-law; James Greenlick and sister; Helen Jane Matthews. Funeral services were held at the Marlette First United Methodist Church with Rev. Daniel Bowman officiating. Burial was in the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to the Marlette First United Methodist Church. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. www.marshfuneral.com |
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BEEKMAN HOMER G |
Monday, 6-9pm. Interment at Cadillac Memorial Gardens West, Westland. Memorials suggested to Ohio School for the Deaf Alumni Association, 901 SunBury Road, Westerville, OH 43081. |
BELYK MICHAEL |
at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, (248) 348-1800, Friday March 20, 5-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Donations may be made to Hernando-Pasco Hospice, 1-800-486-8784. Online condolences at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com. |
BENTON WILLIAM P |
of Palm Beach, FL and formerly of Bloomfield Hills, MI, 85, died February 19, 2009 of cancer. He was born November 4, 1923 in Laurinburg, N. Carolina. He is survived by his wife Blanche; daughters Barbara Benton, Roxanne Darling and her partner Shane Robinson, Judy and her husband Mike Dennis, Nancy and her husband Jim Lievois; and grandchildren Carlie, Annie and Christina Dennis, Jordan and Tyler Lievois. The funeral service will be at the Stone Chapel - St. Hugo of the Hills Church in Bloomfield Hills, MI on Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 11 a.m. Family visitation begins at 10:30 am. For more information, visit, or contact Desmond Funeral Home, 248-549-0500. |
BERG CARMEN |
Beloved wife of the late Richard L. Berg. Dear mother of Peter (Janice Tomakowski) Berg, and Barbara (Pete) Bauman. Grandmother of Allison Bauman. Memorial contributions may be made to Rose Hill Center, 5130 Rose Hill Boulevard, Holly, Michigan 48442. PRIVATE SERVICES WERE HELD. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. |
BILOUS ANNA |
March 8, 2009, age 91. Beloved mother of Michael, the late Dr. Ronald and the late Marcella Bilous. Loving grandmother of Ron, Steve and Leigh Bilous. Memorial Mass Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 10 AM, St. Basil Catholic Church, 22851 Lexington, Eastpointe, MI 48021. Arrangements by SIMPLE FUNERALS, St. Clair Shores, 586-777-0555. Memorials suggested to St. Basil Church or to the family. |
BLAZOK IRENE G |
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BLOOD JOHN M |
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BRYANT VIRGINIA |
"GINNER" Daughter of the late Jeanne and James. Sister of Steve and the late Judy Carpenter. Also remembered by many dear friends and nieces Karlie and Lindsey. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 21 at 11:00 a.m. at Nativity Episcopal Church, 21220 W. 14 Mile, Bloomfield. In lieu of flowers contributions to Michigan Animal Rescue League in Pontiac or Little Traverse Conservancy in Harbor Springs. |
BUSH DOROTHY MAE |
Monday 1-9pm at R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle, Wyandotte 48192 (734)284-1600. Funeral Tuesday 10am at St. Elizabeth Catholic Parish, 138 Goodell, Wyandotte. In state 9:30am. Interment Michigan Memorial Park. |
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Bernice E. Johnson, age 97, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at Provincial House. Bernice was born May 16, 1911, in Raisin Township, the only child of Edward and Elvira (Hasley) Wahl. On July 9, 1977, Bernice married I. C. “Johnnie” Johnson in Adrian. Johnnie, her husband of more than 31 years, survives. Bernie worked in the housekeeping department at Bixby Medical Center for many years, retiring in 1976. She was a life member of Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church. Bernie loved to dance and was well-known for her wonderful pies. In addition to her husband, Bernie is survived by her stepchildren, Delores (Tom) Schultz of Warren, Pa., Linda Gentry of Adrian, Richard (Marty) Johnson of Lander, Wyo., and Mary Jo (Richard) Jackson of Palmyra; 17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Reinhart Malzahn. The funeral service for Bernie will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church with the Rev. Rich Rentner officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at Wagley Funeral Home on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. You may sign the register book or send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Bernie may be made to Goodwill Industries or Christ The Redeemer Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.   |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Byron L. "Barney" Hagelin, 90, of 106 Taylor St., Ironwood, died Tuesday afternoon, March 10, 2009, in Ironwood. |
CHAMBERS RICHARD FORREST |
Monday 1 p.m. until time of service 4 p.m. at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blocks E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to William Beaumont Hospice appreciated. Share your memories at |
CHAPIN JANET I |
Age 63, of Redford, March 11, 2009. Janet is survived by Bruce, her beloved husband of 39 years. Devoted daughter of Bernice Sewell. Dear sister of Jim (Lucy) Sewell and sister-in-law of Allan (Jill) Chapin. She is also survived by her cherished cousin, John Sewell and his family, and her beloved dog Rowdy. Janet loved reading, doing needlepoint, crewel, knitting, crocheting and spending time with her dogs. She is preceded in death by her father Charles and many of her beloved pets. Memorial service, Saturday, March 21st, 4:00 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (just N. of Grand River, btw. 9-10 Mile Rd.), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). The family will receive guests on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Memorial tributes to the Salvation Army,, or the Michigan Humane Society, |
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CHEYNE KENNETH M |
of Farmington. Age 89, March 13, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Marian E. Dear father of Kenneth, Roger (Cindy) and the late Carol Crabill. Loving grandfather of Tom, Ellen, Karen, Casey, Jay, Mickey, Carolyn and seven great grandchildren. Brother of Doris Doll and Ruth Heaslip. A memorial gathering will take place at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18th at John Cowley & Sons Irish Pub, 33338 Grand River Ave., downtown Farmington. Memorials suggested to Children's Aid Society, 7375 Woodward Ave., Suite 2700 Detroit, MI 48202. |
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COVA DOROTHY J |
March 14, 2009. Age 90. Wife of the late Nicholas. Dear mother of John (Susan), Paul (Peggy), and the late Daniel D. Loving grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of one. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (between 13-14 Mile), Monday 12 noon until Funeral Service 7 p.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial tributes to the American Diabetes Association. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com. |
CUA RITA A |
Slipped away peacefully on March 11, 2009. Age 86, former resident of Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan, Winston Salem, N. Carolina and Bradenton, Florida. Beloved wife of the late Charles R. Chambers and the late Dominic Cua. Dear mother of Kathryn Turcotte, Thomas (Marilyn) Chambers, Joan (James) Magee, Julie Chambers. Stepmother of Judy Ragsdale, Jerry Cua, David Cua, James (Jen) Cua, Mary Jane McBride and Fred Cua. Loving grandmother of Heidi, Zack, Matt, Tom, Kim and Julie. Great grandmother of Justin. Sister of Fred Fox, Marcella (the late Bob) Paxton, the late Florentine Schell, the late Claude Fox and the late Irene Fox. Rita had many wonderful friends especially Peggy and Elsie of Bradenton, FL and the Rinky-Dinks of Grosse Pointe Woods, MI. At Rita's request private cremation has taken place. Rita's cremains will be buried at St. Mary's Church Cemetery in Fulda, Ohio in June. |
CUCHETTI ANGELO J |
Sunday 2-9 p.m. Memorials may be directed to The Karmanos Cancer Institute or St. Clair Shores Good Fellows. Mr. Cuchetti was a proud member of the Marine Corps and a plumber for Local 98. Share a memory with the family at |
Calvin Miller Pahel Sept. 20, 1921-March 6, 2009 Friday, March 13, 2009 11:52 AM |
Calvin Miller Pahel, age 87, of Gibraltar, died 3.6.2009. |
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. |
Charlene Dowdney, age 78, of Gladwin, matriarch of a close, loving family, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 in Gladwin. |
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Charles Joseph “Chuck” Salek, age 76, of Bronson, Mich., died peacefully in the early morning hours Thursday, March 12, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Aug. 24, 1932, in Berwyn, Ill., a son of Charles and Florence (Denk) Salek.  His family moved from the Chicago area to Constantine, Michigan during the 1940s. Chuck graduated from Constantine High School in 1950. He then served four years in the U.S. Navy, where he participated in boxing, underwater welding and demolition. He served in Korea and was honorably discharged in 1955 as a 3rd class metalsmith. Charles married Julie Ann Leppich on Jan. 21, 1956, in Bronson. He is survived by Julie,  his wife of 53 years; his son and daughter-in-law, Charles “Chick” and Deb Salek of Bronson,  daughter Loraine Painter of Bronson, daughters and sons-in-law Diane and John Baker of Bronson, Kara and Charles Hieber of Manchester and Jacqueline and Joseph Hensell of Battle Creek; and 11 grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his son, Kurt Salek; his two sisters, Joan and Grace; and his parents. Chuck’s hobbies included drag racing, hot rodding and tuning cars in the 1960s. He was employed as a five color lithographer for National Carbon Coated; he was a letter carrier with the United States Postal Service, spotted trailers for Associated Truck Lines and in general was a “jack of all trades.” He retired in the 1980s in order to farm full-time, and he had a love for his animals and hunted the land he farmed.  He was a member of the Teamsters Union, the Elks and the American Legion. Charles truly enjoyed life and included his children in all his hobbies and activities.  Through his example and guidance, he taught his family many life lessons. At the request of his family, memories and stories can be shared from 2-6 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson, where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Sunday.  Memorial donations are suggested to the Bronson Post 259, American Legion. The funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson, with the Rev. Fr. Richard A. Fritz officiating. Interment will follow in Matteson Township Cemetery.   |
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Charles “Chuck” Joseph Salek, age 76 of Bronson, died peacefully in the early morning hours Thursday, March 12, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Aug. 24, 1932 in Berwyn, Ill., son of Charles and Florence (Denk) Salek. His family moved from the Chicago area to Constantine during the 1940’s. Chuck graduated from Constantine High School in 1950. He then served four years in the US Navy, where he participated in boxing, underwater welding and demolition. He served in Korea and was honorably discharged in 1955 as a 3rd class metalsmith. Charles married Julie Ann Leppich on Jan. 21, 1956 in Bronson. He is survived by Julie, his wife of 53 years; his son and daughter-in-law, Charles “Chick” and Deb Salek of Bronson, daughter Loraine Painter of Bronson, daughters and sons-in-law Diane and John  Baker of Bronson, Kara and Charles Hieber of Manchester and Jacqueline and Joseph Hensell of Battle Creek and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Kurt Salek, his two sisters Joan and Grace and his parents. Chuck’s hobbies included drag racing, hot rodding and tuning cars in the 1960’s. He was employed as a five color lithographer for National Carbon Coated; he was a letter carrier with the United States Postal Service, spotted trailers for Associated Truck Lines and in general was a “jack of all trade.” He retired in the 1980’s in order to farm full time and he had a love for his animals and hunted the land he farmed. He was a member of the Teamsters Union, the Elks and the American Legion. Charles truly enjoyed life and included his children in all his hobbies and activities. Through his example and guidance, he taught his family many life lessons. At the request of his family, memories and stories can be shared at the Kolcz Funeral Home form 6–8 p.m. Saturday and from 2–4 and 6–8 p.m. Sunday, where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Sunday. Memorial donations are suggested to the Bronson Post 259, American Legion. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Richard A, Fritz officiating. Interment will follow in Matteson Twp. Cemetery. |
Charlotte Ann Hejl, 78, of Bear Lake, died the morning of March 7, 2009 in Bradenton, Florida. The family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Bear Lake.... |
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Connie C. Paxson, 68, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, March 9, 2009, at her home. She was born Jan. 1, 1941, in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, to Julian and Romanita (Martinez) Torres. She was married in 1958 to Roman Irizarry and he preceded her in death in 1986. She was married July 6, 1993, to Gary Paxson and he survives. Surviving besides her husband Gary are two daughters, Marie Carter Gomez of Archbold, Ohio and Leslie (Milton) Hoffman of Addison; a son, Raymond Irizarry of Findlay, Ohio; 18 brothers and sisters; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Connie was also preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers. Funeral services for Connie C. Paxson will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Dan Pann officiating. Interment will take place at a later date.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 1 p.m. until the time of the funeral service Thursday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to the Paxson family.  To view this obituary and send condolences please visit  www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
McDougall, Connie Saginaw, Michigan Passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at St. Francis Home. Age 91 years. Connie's full obituary will be published in Friday's edition of The Saginaw News. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). |
DAVIDSON WILLIAM |
Beloved husband of Karen W. Davidson. Dear father of Marla Davidson Karimipour and Cyrus Karimipour, Ethan Daniel Davidson, and Gretchen Davidson, Mary Aaron and Jonathan Aaron, Elizabeth Reaser and Emily Reaser. Adoring grandfather of Catriona Karimipour, Asher Davidson, Oliver Benjamin, and Hugh Aaron. Devoted brother of Dorothy Davidson Gerson, and Bud Gerson. Uncle of Matthew and Marysia Gerson and Ralph and Erica Gerson. Great-uncle of Stephanie and Madeline Gerson. SERVICES 12 NOON TUESDAY AT CONGREGATION SHAAREY ZEDEK, 27375 BELL RD., SOUTHFIELD. INTERMENT AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com |
DAVIS JOHN P |
Age 86 of West Bloomfield. Passed away Friday, March 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary for 63 years. Loving father of Patrick (Julie) Davis of San Diego, California, Michael (Carla) Davis of Bonita Springs, Florida, Christine Bauer of Austin, Texas, and Camilla (James) Cole of Howell. Proud grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of eight. Dear brother of Claire Davis, Dorothy Brichta, and Alice Dahmer. John was born in Detorit and was the proud son of Clare and Camilla (Monaghan). John had retired from Mechanical Contractors Association of Detroit. Memorial visitation Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with the Rosary recited at 7 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorial Mass Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. |
DAVIS KAREN ANN |
Age 56. March 8, 2009. Beloved wife of Barry. Dearest grandmother of Magen Davis, and Malik Range. Loving sister of Sharon Costanzo. Also survived by life long friends Norma Bentley, and Audrey Scherger as well as many other dear friends. A memorial gathering will be Monday March 16, 2009 at the Allen Park Presbyterian Church, 7101 Park Ave., from 4:30 pm until time of Memorial Service 5:30 p.m. Inurnment Allen Park Presbyterian Church Columbarium. Memorial contributions can be made to the National Bone Marrow Donor Program or the National Wildlife Fund. Arrangements by Weise Funeral Home, 7210 Park, Allen Park (313 382-1150). Please see our online obituary/guestbook at |
DINGWALL MILDRED M (DOHRING) |
Age 80, of Almont, died March 5, 2009. She was born June 18, 1928. A memorial service will take place March 17, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. at the 1st Congregational Church in Almont with luncheon following. For full obituary and online-guestbook, visit |
DONNA E. STUDAKER CROSWELL Donna E. Studaker, age 84, passed away, Thursday, March 5, 2009, at Pontiac St. Joseph Hospital. She was born on October 12, 1924 in Port Huron to the late Chester & Emma (Kivel) Davis. She and Allyn A. Studaker were married on February 23, 1946. Donna was a life member of the Community of Christ Church. She was an executive secretary at Aunt Jane Foods for 30 years. She is survived by her husband, Allyn, one son; Rick of Croswell, one daughter; Dian (Richard) Peterson of Atlanta, GA, two sisters; Nilah 'Sammy' (Don) Walker of Battle Creek, Audrey 'Corky' Grattan of Port Huron, 7 granddaughters and 6 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Community of Christ Church, Croswell with Elder Richard Peterson officiating. Burial was in the Croswell Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Community of Christ Church. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Croswell. |
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DUDEK RAYMOND JOHN |
Sunday, 2-9pm at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery, Dearborn Heights. |
DUNAJ MATILDA |
"TILLIE" Age 91, formerly of Berkley, MI and Largo, FL, met with her Lord on Monday, March 9, 2009, at Christian Care Nursing Center in Muskegon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Dunaj, infant daughter, Sharon, and her sisters, Albina Valenti and Josephine Povelates. She is survived by her son, Glen (Susan), daughter Marilyn (John A.) Strainer, and grandsons Adam (Debbie), Paul (Lynette), David (Kathryn), Matthew (Dawn), and Andrew. Memorial contributions may be made to Christian Care Nursing Center or Harbor Hospice of Muskegon. Funeral services will be held at St. Blase Catholic Church in Sterling Heights on March 28. Please visit, . The family is being served by VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home of Spring Lake. |
DaPRA FRED |
Sunday 3-8 p.m. at the Trenton Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd. There will be a private funeral service on Monday. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family prefers contributions to the Alzheimer's Association or the Disabled American Veterans. Visit on-line guestbook |
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David Lavon Lambright, stillborn son of Mollie (Hochstetler) and David Lambright, of LaGrange, Ind., died March 11, 2009. Services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Harley E. Miller residence, 1200 S  100 W, LaGrange. Arrangements are being handled by the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange, Ind. |
Delbert R. Boakes, 90, passed away in Gladwin on March 4, 2009. |
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Donald E. Ball, 84, of Quincy, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County.  Born Aug. 7, 1924 in Branch County, he was the son of Frank and Effie (Gould) Ball.  Donald served in the U.S. Army (3rd Division) during World War II and belonged to the Quincy American Legion.  He worked many years as a driver for McLain’s Transport, delivering Bob Evans products and Game-Time products.  In later years he worked as a mechanic at McLain’s.  Donald also enjoyed operating a farm with his family and raising beef cattle.  Survivors include his wife, Virginia (Benjamin) Ball, whom he married June 2, 1946; one daughter, Edith Elaine Patternson of Kinderhook, four sons, Donald J. Ball of Quincy, Robert E. (Diana) Ball of Rantou, Ill., Kenneth J. (Terri) Ball of Quincy, Joseph L. Ball of Quincy; 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. His parents preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy. Visitation is scheduled at 10 a.m. Saturday until time of service.  Burial in California Corners Cemetery will be at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Quincy American Legion “Project Christmas” or a charity of one’s choice.   |
• Donna M. (Bentz) Larson, 73, of Ludington, died Wednesday, March 11 in Florida. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Dorotha J. Ross, 91, of Ontonagon, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 7, 2009. |
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Douglas P. (Joe) Clauson Feb. 12, 1949-March 9, 2009 Friday, March 13, 2009 11:36 AM |
Douglas P. (Joe) Clauson, age 60, of Ann Arbor, formerly of Milan Township, Michigan passed away suddenly Monday, March 9, 2009 at his home after an extended illness. |
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ERNST JACK L |
Tuedsay 11 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 1 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Rd. at Common (12 1/2 Mile Rd.). Please share memories at: |
NUVILL - Eric B. Nuvill, age 39, of Grand Haven and formerly of Grand Rapids, passed away March 11, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Vicki; three children, Cynthia, Dustine, and Andrew; mother, Marcia Nuvill of Grand Rapids; and two half-brothers, Ryan (Jennifer) Nuvill and Robbi (Jamie) Nuvill of Dorr, MI. The Service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2009, at the Church of the Nazarene in Grand Haven. Friends may meet the family one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions can be made to the Eric Nuvill Memorial Fund. Please visit www.klaassenfuneralhome.com to view Eric's complete obituary. Klaassen Family Funeral Home 1500 Robbins Road, Grand Haven |
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Eugene Teusink, 89, of Holland, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at his home.  He was a charter member of Park Christian Reformed Church where he was active in many church programs.  Gene and his son Larry own and operate Teusink’s Pony Farm.  His prior occupations included International Harvester, Osborne Hatchery, Mulder Brothers’ Builders and Roamer Boats.   He was preceded in death by Elsie, his wife of 65 years; an infant child; and two infant grandchildren.  He is survived by his children, El Jeanne and James Seabold of Phoenix, Arizona, Carol and Theodore Lillie of Charlotte, North Carolina, Marilyn and Rick Duistermars of Portland, Oregon, Larry and Karen Teusink of Holland, Joyce Teusink and Robert Jerow of Holland; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Grace and Harry Tabberer of Hastings, Geraldine and Gordon Van Putten of Holland and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be  at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at  Park Christian Reformed Church, 1496 West 32nd St., Holland, with  Revs. Douglas Fauble and Mark Quist officiating.  Visitation will be Friday, March 13, from 4-7 p.m. at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland.  Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to Holland Christian Schools, Holland Rescue Mission or Hospice of Holland.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.   |
FAIR BYRON GRANVILLE |
March 12, 2009 age 91. A resident of Canton, he was formerly of Dearborn Heights and Florida. Beloved husband of the late Lottie. Dear father of Joan (Bob) Bolley, Arlene (Ralph) Plucinski and Ron (Pam) Fair. Dear grandfather of 7, great grandfather of 15 and great great grandfather of 1. Dear brother of Jean (Chuck) Sholl and Jane Healy. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Plymouth, 45201 N. Territorial Rd. Friends may visit at Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 S. Main St., Plymouth, Sunday 2-8 p.m. and Monday at church beginning at 10 am. Memorials may be made to Hartland Hospice. To leave a condolence www.schrader-howell.com |
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Monday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at John N Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Tuesday 11:30 a.m. until the 12 noon Mass at St. Valentine Catholic Church, 25881 Dow, Redford. Memorials suggested to the Oncology Department of Howard Regional Hospital, 3500 S. Lafountain St., Kokomo, IN 46902 and/or Monastery of the Poor Clares, 1175 N. 300 West, Kokomo, IN 46901. Messages of condolence may be left online at |
PEARCE, Faith Marie (Call) - Age 67, of Grand Blanc, formerly of Linden, died Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at Genesys Hospice Care Center, Goodrich. Services will be held 2PM Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden, Pastor Harvey Fry officiating. Visitation will be held 1-4 and 6-9PM Friday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute, for the Breast Cancer Support Group. Tributes and condolences may be shared at the obituaries page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Frances B. Niemi, age 65, of Ash Township, died March 12, 2009. |
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Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
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Freddie L.  Rinehart, age 58, of Bronson, died Thursday morning, March 12, 2009 at his home after suffering an apparent heart attack. He was born Aug. 11, 1950 in Coldwater, son of Floyd and Mary (Lane) Rinehart and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Bronson High School in 1969, where he was a member of the FFA. He married Esther Metzger on Sept. 25, 1976 at Pleasant Hill. They divorced in June 2001. Freddie worked at Grumman-Olson in Sturgis for 18 years and has been on disability for the past ten years. He was a member of the North American Hunting Club and enjoyed arrowhead hunting, collecting different collections and anything out of doors. He was an American History buff, specializing in Civil War information and also the American Presidents. Surviving are his sons Kenneth Rinehart of Burr Oak, William Rinehart of Bronson, Jerry Rinehart of Bronson and son and daughter-in-law Don and April Rinehart of Burr Oak; four grandchildren; his mother Mary Rinehart of Bronson; his sisters Becky Wood and Rose Jordan, both of Bronson; his brothers Russell Rinehart of Howe, Ind., Floyd “Chip” Rinehart of North Carolina, Dave Rinehart and Dan Rinehart, both of Bronson and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Kenneth Rinehart, his father Floyd Rinehart and his nephew Thomas Wood. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at Pleasant Hill Missionary Church in Bronson with Rev. Paul Metzger and Rev. Dwight Metzger officiating. Interment will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Pleasant Hill Church from 3 – 8 p.m. Monday, where memorial donations may be made to the family. Arrangements are by the Kolcz Funeral Home of Bronson. |
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George C. Musolff 1919-2009 George C. Musolff, 89, Bad Axe, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at Huron Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. He was born on June 8, 1919 in South Lyons, son of the late Frederick and Lena (Fibranz) Musolff. He was united in marriage to Pauline Jahn on June 22, 1946. She preceded him in death on December 27, 2001. George was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe and a member of the VFW. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Pacific Campaign, Infantry 44th Division. He is survived by two sons, David (Deborah) Musolff, Bad Axe and Donald (Lynn) Musolff, Bad Axe; nine grandchildren, Rob (Shelley) Gordon, Crystal, Minn., Heather (Chris) Wolschleger, Essexville, Tim (Denise) Gordon, Bad Axe, Shannon Musolff, Bad Axe, Jamie Musolff, Bad Axe, Amanda Musolff, Chicago, Ill., Daniel Musolff, Bad Axe, Emily Musolff, Shelby Township, Ellen Musolff, Bad Axe and six great-grandchildren, Nick Gordon, Crystal, Minn., Rebecca Gordon, Crystal, Minn., Logan Wolschleger, Essexville, Hannah Wolschleger, Essexville, Micah Gordon, Bad Axe and Tate Gordon, Bad Axe. A memorial service was held on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor, officiated. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Gerald E. Gornowich 1935-2009 Gerald "Jerry" Gornowich, 73, Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009 at his home under hospice care. He was born September 7, 1935 in Harbor Beach to the late Bruno and Julia (Woychowski) Gornowich. Jerry was a Master Plumber for many years and owned his own business, which was started by his father. He was a Life Member of the Harbor Beach Gun Club, was on baseball teams for many years as well as many bowling teams. He loved his dogs and pheasant hunting. He never missed an opening day of pheasant hunting. He is survived by his children; Kim (Dennis) Clark, Harbor Beach, Blair (Marilyn) Gornowich, Harbor Beach, Reneen Gornowich, Fla. and Jody Gornowich, Harbor Beach; four grandchildren, Tina Tageson, Douglas Gornowich, Philip Gornowich and Tyler; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Leonard (Maria) Gornowich, Harbor Beach two sisters, Marie (Robert) Batton, Detroit and Joyce (Skip) Vankirk, Detroit. Jerry is also survived by his dog, Nash. He was preceded in death by one brother, Irvin Gornowich and three sisters, Beatrice Guilds, Barbara Ferren and Victoria Wilson. A private family service will take place for Jerry. Arrangements are being handled by Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Gerald Kaluzny, 79, of Mendon, died Friday, March 13, 2009, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. Arrangements are being handled by the Eickhoff Funeral Home of Mendon. |
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Harriet E. Reed, age 83, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away March 12, 2009, at her home. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel.   |
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Hassie Notario, 87, of Monroe died Tuesday at Tendercare of Monroe. Arrangements by Bennett-Prochnow Funeral Home. |
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Hassie V. Notario, 87, of Monroe passed away on March 11 at 12:43 p.m. in Tendercare of Monroe. |
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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 J. (Lentner) Krauss 1924-2009 Helen J. Krauss, 84, Sebewaing, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at her home. She was born December 2, 1924 in Fairhaven Twp., daughter of the late Vernon and Sophia (Kuhl) Quick. She was united in marriage to Raymond F. Krauss on August 28, 1986. He preceded her in death on December 28, 1994. Helen was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Kilmanagh. She was also a member of the Unionville-Sebewaing Area Senior citizens group, enjoyed flowers, gardening and needlepoint. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed the Detroit Tigers. She is survived by a daughter, Cathy (Dennis) Hodder, St. Helen; son, David (Patty) Lentner, Sebewaing; three grandchildren, Heather (Trever) Henne, Michael Hodder, and Steven Slater; step-granddaughter, Vicki (Eric) Crumby; great-granddaughter, Mariah Henne; step-great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Crumby and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by daughter, Elaine Slater; three brothers, Clare, Glen and Earl Quick and a sister, Wanda Stoeckle. Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 8, 2009 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. Rev. Allen R. Stoll officiated, with burial taking place in New Bay Port Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing. |
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 Mr. Herman De Vries, age 87, of Holland, died Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at an area care center.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva, in 2000, and was a member of First Reformed Church of Holland.  Herm is survived by his sister, June and William Bradfield of Maricopa City, AZ; sister-in-law, Mrs. Alvin (Jane) Brouwer of Holland; nephew and nieces, Russell and Cheryl Bradfield of Holland, Jan Stanton of Mesa, AZ, Joan and Joe Soltis of Mexico, MO, David King, of Holland; 10 great- nieces and nephews; and several great nephews and nieces.  Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, March 13, 2009 at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland with Rev. Lou Benes officiating. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  Visiting will be one hour prior to the service on Friday.  Memorial contributions may be given to First Reformed Church.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.   |
WAKELAND, Irene Of Kalamazoo Passed away March 11, 2009 at Borgess Medical Center. She was born December 29, 1915 in Moline, IL to the late Louis and Mary Ellen (DeSmit) Viaene. She was united in marriage on September 9, 1936, to Warren F. "Pete" Wakeland, who preceded her in death in 1992. She liked to play cards, bingo and go to the casino. Surviving Irene are her children, Warren (Jean) Wakeland of Kalamazoo, Billy (Phyllis) Wakeland of Kalamazoo and Jim (Kenda) Wakeland of Kalamazoo; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Helen Miller; and several nieces and nephews. Services will take place Saturday, 1:00 PM from the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. , where family will also greet friends prior to services, from 11-1:00 PM. Entombment will follow at Mt. Ever-Rest Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 |
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Jack Gabriel Hill, infant son of Ronald Hill and Michelle Laws, was born into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, March 12, 2009. In addition to his parents, he is survived by four brothers, Chance, Allen, Kenneth and James, all at home; grandparents, Yvonne and Michael Jones of Adrian, Jackie and Roe Literal of Clayton, and Rick Hall of Adrian; great-grandparents, Lillian and Ellsworth Eklund of Adrian, Louise Hill of Sand Creek, and David Hall of Adrian; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by a grandfather, Kenneth Dale Laws. Cremation has taken place. There will be no public services or visitation. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Arrangements were under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
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James Stevens Staten, 47, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009, in Hillsdale.  Steven (affectionately known as “BLUE” to his friends and family) was born April 29, 1961 in Coldwater to Donald and Clara (Phyllis Stevens) Staten.  He was a 1979 graduate of Litchfield High School and a 20+ year employee at DCA Food Industries (Stock’s Mill) facility.  After closure of the Hillsdale manufacturing facility, he became an over-the-road long haul semi driver.  Steven was a lifelong resident of the southern Michigan area where he was an avid sportsman, his favorites being coon and deer hunting. Steve is survived by his parents Clara Iles of Litchfield and Donald (Phyllis) Staten of Springport; one sister, Deborah (Donald) Campbell of Galion, Ohio; two brothers, Aaron (Lisa) Staten of Litchfield and Barron (Carolyn) Staten of Indianapolis, Ind.; one niece, Kathryn (Matthew) Campbell-Thomas of Homer; five nephews, Kyle (Lacey) Campbell of Homer, Christopher and Nicholas Staten of Jonesville, Nathaniel Staten of Albion and Bradley Chapman of Quincy. He was preceded in death by one sister, Donna Kay. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating.  Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or Gideon’s International. |
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James Stevens Staten, 47, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009, in Hillsdale. Steven (affectionately known as “Blue” to his friends and family) was born April 29, 1961 in Coldwater to Donald and Clara (Phyllis Stevens) Staten.  He was a 1979 graduate of Litchfield High School and a 20 plus year employee at DCA Food Industries (Stock’s Mill) facility. After closure of the Hillsdale manufacturing facility, he became an over-the-road long haul semi driver. Steven was a lifelong resident of the southern Michigan area where he was an avid sportsman, his favorites being coon and deer hunting. Steve is survived by his parents Clara Iles of Litchfield and Donald (Phyllis) Staten of Springport, sister Deborah (Donald) Campbell of Galion, Ohio, brothers Aaron (Lisa) Staten of Litchfield and Barron (Carolyn) Staten of Indianapolis, Ind., niece of Kathryn (Matthew) Campbell-Thomas of Homer and nephews Kyle (Lacey) Campbell of Homer, Christopher and Nicholas Staten of Jonesville, Nathaniel Staten of Albion and Bradley Chapman of Quincy. He was preceded in death by sister Donna Kay. Funeral services will be held Monday, March 16, at 11 a.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with Reverend Clyde Wonders officiating. Visitation is scheduled Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or Gideon’s International. |
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Jane Severson, 90, of Holland, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2009, at Resthaven Care Center in Holland.  Jane was born October 19, 1918 in Madison, Wisconsin, to Merle and Ethel Nicholson.  Jane attended the University of Wisconsin and married A.T. Severson.  In 1951, Jane and A.T. moved to Holland and were members of the First United Methodist Church.  Jane also served in Holland Hospital Auxiliary, was a member of the PEO Sisterhood and the Questers.  She was preceded in death by her husband, A.T. Severson, in 1982.  Jane is survived by her daughter, Sue and Jack Dozeman of Holland; her son, Thor and Alexandra Severson of Sacramento, CA; grandchildren, Amanda and Matthew Ahearn, Ted and Tania Dozeman, Nils Severson, Emma Severson; great-grandchildren,  Samuel, Elizabeth and Gabriella Ahearn, Elliot and Sebastian Dozeman; sister, Alice and Earl Farwell of Beaverdam, Wisconsin. A service in celebration of Jane’s life will be at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009 at  First United Methodist Church of Holland, 57 W. 10th Street, Holland.  The Rev. J. Lynn Pier-Fitzgerald will officiate.  Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church or Resthaven Care Center. www.notierverleelangeland .com.     |
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Janice M. Garmon, age 68, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Janice was born Nov. 5, 1940, in Adrian, the daughter of Clifton and Ella Mae (French) Stevens. She graduated from Sand Creek High School with the Class of 1960. On June 5, 1960, Janice married Donald Garmon in Jasper. Don, her friend since second grade and husband of more than 48 years, survives. Janice worked at Haskell Insurance Agency and in the accounting department for Saga Food Service at Siena Heights University. In 1998, she retired from Wacker Silicones where she had worked for 19 years. For many years Janice served as president of the local chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association where she was active organizing telethons and fund raising events for CB operators. She was also a leader for Bluebirds and Campfire Girls for many years. Janice’s greatest love was spending time with her family. Janice looked forward to Thursday brunches with her friends and dinners at the Family Kitchen. She enjoyed watching Food TV, Top Chef and Project Runway. Janice loved Elvis. She taught herself to crochet and, over the years, many Bixby babies received her beautifully made hats and blankets. In addition to her husband, Janice is survived by her daughter, Cindy Tomlin of Adrian; and her sister, Jane (Eugene) Boss, also of Adrian. She was preceded in death by her parents, her son-in-law, Bruce Tomlin; and a brother, Jerry Stevens. The funeral service for Janice will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Chris Brundage officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. You may also sign the register book and send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Janice may be made to Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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Janice Morris, 68, of Holland, died Thursday, March 12, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland. |
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SCHNEIDER - Mrs. Jean M. Schneider "Sweets", aged 75, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully with her family by her side after a short battle with cancer, Wednesday, March 11, 2009. A Celebration of Jean's life will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 at Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Dr. NE. Her family will greet relatives and friends Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and one hour prior to the service Monday at the funeral chapel. Memories, condolences, and a complete obituary are available at: www.stegengafuneralchapel.com |
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Jetta Winstrom went with God today, March 13, 2009.  Her last days were filled with joy and peace at Hospice House in Holland.  She is survived by her son, Adam; husband, David; and her sisters of the heart, Cindy, Gail, Donna, Janet, Diane, Pam and Diane.  Visitation will be Sunday, 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the Downtown Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 29 E. Ninth St., Holland.  The Honoring of Jetta’s life will be  Monday, 11:00 a.m. at Covenant Life Church, 101 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven, MI, followed by a private graveside ceremony at Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Compassionate Heart Ministries.  Please visit www.lifestorynet .com   for further information.     |
JoAnn Marie Tobias-Corlew, 73, passed away after a long illness on Tuesday, March 3, 2009. |
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WATERTOWN, Wis. -- John E. Affeld, 73, of Watertown, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at his home, following a courageous battle with cancer. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- John L. Sokolowski, 82, of Ironwood, died Monday afternoon, March 9, 2009, in Hurley. |
John Mark Long, 68, of Little Traverse Township, died March 8, 2009, at his home. |
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John “Marvin” Klump, 71. of Metamora, Ohio, passed away Tuesday morning March 10, 2009, at home, with his loving wife of 53 years by his side. Marvin was born Sept. 7, 1937, to parents J. Wesley and Marie (Tipton) Klump in Adrian, Mich.  He was a 1955 graduate of Metamora High School. Marvin married Susie (Hiatt) Klump on Sept. 17, 1955, and she survives him. Marvin was a life long self-employed farmer. He also worked for the Soil & Conservation Department for 15 years. He was proud to have served with the National Guard for more than three years. Marvin loved to do woodworking, fish in his pond, cook and make homemade ice cream with his grandchildren. He enjoyed the out-of-doors and gardening. Marvin loved to travel in his truck and RV. He was a member of the Toledo Elks Lodge for 35 years and the Adrian Moose Lodge for 39 years. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Susie; daughters, Melinda (John) Schmidt of Jasper, Kristina (Stephen) Wisner of Sylvania, Ohio, Jennifer (Raymond) Klepacz of Onsted; grandchildren, Jolene (Jeff) Tanner, Jerod (Sarah) Schmidt, Alex Wisner, Olivia Wisner, Samantha Klepacz and Jessica Klepacz; great-grandchildren whom he adored, McKenzie, Adam and Brooklynn Schmidt, Jack and Julianna Tanner; a sister, Marjorie (Richard) VanValkenburg, and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Marvin was preceded in death by his grandson, Thaddeus Klepacz, and great-grandson, John Westin Tanner. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 13, at the Reeb Funeral Home, 5712 N. Main St., Sylvania, Ohio, where Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. Those wishing to give memorials are asked to consider the charity of their choice. Friends and family wishing to share a memory of Marvin or offer a condolence to his family are encouraged to do so at www.reebfuneralhome.com. Marvin, Dad and Grandpa, may you always know that you gave us all wonderful love and in return, we loved you so. |
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COON RAPIDS, Minn. -- Julia Cecelia Schaffer, 98, of Coon Rapids, formerly of St. Paul, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 2, 2009. |
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Katie Ann Bontrager, 79, of LaGrange, Ind., died Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at her home. Visitation will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday and all day on Friday at the family residence, 3600 E-300 S, LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the family residence. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, LaGrange. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is handling the arrangements.   |
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Kenneth E. Ohm, age 75 years of Jerome, passed away suddenly Sunday, March 8, 2009 at his winter home in Bull Head City, Ariz.  Kenneth was born on Aug. 1, 1933 in Mayer, Minn., the son of Elmer and Alline (Zabel) Ohm.  He married Marlene A. Lugibihl on Aug. 13, 1955 in Pandora, Ohio, and she preceded him in death on July 27, 2004. Ken lived his early life in Mayer, Minn., and then he lived in Pandora, Ohio for several years.  He then lived in the Jerome area since 1974.  Ken owned and operated Ken’s Marathon in Pandora, Ohio from 1963-1972 and then he owned and operated Larry’s Service Center from 1974-1984.  He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Navy. Surviving are four sons, Douglas (Paula) Ohm of Jerome, Steven (Christina Schaffer) Ohm of Gaylord, Craig (Karry) Ohm of Somerset Center, Kevin (Raina) Ohm of Pittsford; Ken’s companion, Judy McClain of Jerome; ten grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; one brother, Marvin (Sharon) Ohm of Watertown, Minn.; two sisters, Betty (Orville) Wilkins of Plato, Minn., Sandra (Stan) Heldt of Mayer, Minn.; Ken’s mother, Alline Ohm of Waconia, Minn., several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his wife, his father, one sister, Dorothy Hasse. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with the Rev. David Luke officiating.  Burial will take place in Aldrich Cemetery, Somerset Township, Hillsdale County,. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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Kevin Dean Smith, 44, of Fennville, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at his home.  Friends may meet with the family on Friday, March 13, at the Community Church of Douglas from 5-7 p.m. followed by a service at 7 p.m. with Dr. Daniel Miller officiating.  Funeral services will be  11 a.m. Saturday, March 14 at Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman.  Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery, Bridgman.  Friends may meet with the family on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.  As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be given to his children.  Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.  Kevin was born March 15, 1964 in St. Joseph, the son of Irving and Lorraine (Trapp) Smith.  He graduated from Bridgman High School and attended Ferris State University.  Kevin was a member of Community Church of Douglas.  Survivors include three children, Kyle Smith, Patrick Smith, and Erin Smith, all of Fennville; one grandson, Brayden Smith; his mother, Lorraine Smith; two brothers, Thomas (Sharon) Smith and Terrence (Janet) Smith; two sisters, Patricia Brown and Lorrie (Jimmy) Ray; stepmother, Evelyn Smith; nieces and nephews, Nathan (Alaina), Abby, Ashley, Shawn, and Brandon Smith, and Shane and Seth (Nikki) Ray; and a great nephew, Aidan Coy.  Kevin was preceded in death by his father, Irving Smith, in 1983. |
LAVONNE KATHLEEN HENDERSHOT SANDUSKY Lavonne Kathleen Hendershot, age 46, of Sandusky, died Saturday, February 28, 2009 in Richville, Michigan. She was born June 22, 1962 in Marlette, Michigan the daughter of Sanford and Dora (Daws) Higgins. She was a lifelong area resident, a 1980 graduate of Sandusky High School. Lavonne married Timothy L. Hendershot on April 16, 1983 in Sandusky. She worked for Dr. Guerrero & Reuters office in Deckerville, McKenzie Memorial Hospital and Sanilac County Mental Health Department. She is survived by her husband; Timothy L., one daughter; Tiffany Hendershot of Sandusky, one son; Timothy O. Hendershot of Sandusky, her father;Sanford (Sandy) & Maxine Higgins of Sandusky, four sisters; Lorraine & Randy Cramer of Sandusky, Lynn & Gary Cummins of Port Huron, Lucille Higgins of Sandusky, Luann & Ray Jagotka of Sandusky, three brothers; Lee & Diane Higgins of Sandusky, Larry & Bonnie Higgins of Sandusky, Lawayne Higgins of Sandusky, one sis-in-law; Cindy & Bill Pagel of Port Huron, brother-in-law; Larry Henderson of Florida, one step-brother; Terry & Linda Muxlow of Davison., one step-sister;Shelly & Tim Frostic of Peck and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dora Higgins, a sister-in-law, Carole Ziegler and a brother-in-law, Jack Hendershot. Funeral services were held at Countryside Free Methodist Church, Sandusky with Rev. Paul Castle and Rev. Kenneth Norcross officiating. Burial was in the Zion Cemetery in Sandusky. Memorials may be given to any organization of the donors choice. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com |
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LESLIE ANN RATTEW IMLAY CITY Leslie Ann Rattew, age 49, of Imlay City, died Friday, March 6, 2009 at Port Huron Hospital in Port Huron, Michigan. Leslie was born May 1, 1959 in Highland Park, Michigan. She was a lifelong area resident, a Marlette High School graduate and worked for 6 years at Lear Corporation, Marlette. Leslie married Steve Rattew on April 3, 2004 in Snover, MI. She is survived by her husband; Steve, her father; Ernest Hough of Clay Twp., one son; Joey (Theresa) Davis of Marlette, one daughter; Heather Davis of Marlette, one brother; Gilbert (Kelly) Hough of Tennessee,four sisters; Linda Hogan of Tennessee, Susan (Michael) Etherton of Macomb, Lorraine (John) Hough-Solomon of Ann Arbor, Kathleen (Michael) Rehs of Eastpointe and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Marguerite. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette with Pastor Douglas Tindall officiating. Following the service, cremation was at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Memorial may be given to any organization of the donors choice. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, www.marshfuneral.com |
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Laura J. Caine, 98, of Charlevoix, and formerly of Flint, died Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
Betonti, Lawrence L. Ypsilanti, MI Age 64, died March 8, 2009. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Glad Tidings Worship Center in Ypsilanti. Read his complete obituary and sign his guest book at janowiakfuneralhome.com "Where Families Come First." |
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HERTEL - Leona Hertel, aged 92, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2009. Funeral services will be held Wednesday 2 p.m. at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel. The family will greet friends and relatives Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. and Wednesday 12 to 2 p.m. prior to the funeral service at Zaagman's. Full obituary to follow in Monday's Press. Zaagman Memorial Chapel |
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TEMPE, Ariz. -- Leone George, 99, formerly of Ironwood, Mich., died Feb. 26, 2009, of natural causes in Tempe. |
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Lester I. “Butch” Yinger, 64, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Jan. 23, 1945, in Hillsdale to Irving and Mary (St.John) Yinger. He was married Sept. 22, 1963, to Sharon Persons and she survives. Butch was a former employee of A.C.T. Laboratory and Essex Wire. He was a former member of the Hillsdale County Conservation Club and the Corvette Club of Bryan, Ohio. Surviving besides his wife Sharon are two children, Sheryl (Kal) Hoag of Concord and Micheal (Michelle) Yinger of Somerset; two exchange students, Akiko Taniyama of Osaka, Japan and Takako Kishida of Toyooka, Japan; three grandchildren, Kal “K.C.” Hoag and Adam and Brie Yinger; three sisters, Sharon (Fred) Demongeot of Osseo, Shirley (Bill) Powers of Concord and Dawn (Ron) Kaffenberger of New Weston, Ohio; four brothers, Robert (Carol) Yinger of Homer, Russell (Barbara) Yinger of Hillsdale, Raymond (Cindy) Yinger of Greenville, Ohio and Howard (Millie) Yinger of North Adams; and many special nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and a brother, Richard. Memorial services for Butch Yinger will be 11 a.m. Monday, March 16 at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Richard L. Rice officiating. Interment of cremains will follow at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Connolly Grace Roach Medical Fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home or you may mail contributions to Edward Jones, 24 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA. 30075. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead |
Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
Brethauer, Louis W. "Bill" Saginaw, Michigan Bill went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at St. Mary's of Michigan, at the age of 85 years. A complete obituary will be published in Sunday's edition of the Saginaw News. The funeral service will take place 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, 318 S. Franklin, Zilwaukee. Friends may call at W. L. Case & company, 4480 Mackinaw Road Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Monday at church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Rev. Philipp A. Lehmann will officiate with burial in Oakwood Cemetery. Military services will be under the auspices of VFW Post No. 1859, Carrollton. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a donation to St. John Ev. Lutheran Church or The ARC Services, 919 Veterans Memorial Highway. www.casefuneralhome.com |
MARGARET A. MAHER PORT SANILAC Margaret A. Maher, age 88, died Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at the Regency on the Lake, Fort Gratiot. She was born September 8, 1920 in Sanilac Township, the daughter of the late William J. and Isabelle C. (Matthews) Husson. She and Kenneth Maher were married May 9, 1942 in Sanilac Township. He died August 30, 2008. Margaret was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church, Port Sanilac. Surviving are five sons; William (Rita) of Marlette, Kenneth (Kathy) of Lexington, Neil (LuAnn) and John (Gail) all of Port Sanilac and Patrick (Ellen) of Oscoda, three daughters; Lois (Phillip) Pawlowski of Carsonville, Philomena (Ron) Atkinson of Merlin, Ontario and Mary (John) Wyrick of Ubly, one son-in- law; Thomas Lukshaitis of Sandusky, twenty four grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter; Virginia Lukshaitis, a brother; John Husson and one great grandchild Brennan. Mass of Christian Burial was at St. Mary Catholic Church, Port Sanilac with the Rev. Paul Bala officiating. Burial was held in the Old St. Mary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Family. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc. |
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MARTHA ELIZABETH SMITH FORT GRATIOT Martha (Beth) Elizabeth Smith, age 84, formerly of Fort Gratiot, died Monday, March 2, 2009 at the United Hospice Residence in Marlette, Michigan. Beth was born November 2, 1924 in Port Huron, Michigan, the first of four children born to Basil George and Thelma Lucile (Berkeley) Tilley. Beth majored in art at the University of Michigan and married Richard Olver Smith on September 29, 1945 in Port Huron. Later Beth graduated from Michigan State University with bachelor and master degrees in Education. A lifelong member of The Community of Church Christ, Beth lived her faith by example and through her kind and generous spirit. She loved her family, friends, art and learning. Beth is survived by her six children; Beth Sherman, Paula MacDonald, Richard Smith II (Carolyn), Martha Essenmacher (Vern), Amy Banker (Kevin), and Kathleen Horst (Randall) grandchildren; Sabrina Sherman Sasaki, Randall Sherman, Michael Sherman, Ian MacDonald, Ryan Smith, Chad Smith, Krystianna Smith, Marnina Reed Kammersell (William), Katherine Reed, Levi Banker, Jason Banker (Julia Kulaeva), Kristin Banker (Brendon Courtade), Alexander Banker, Jennifer Horst Lentner (William), Jonathon Horst (Mia), Joshua Horst and Justan Horst and great-grandchildren; Naomi and Holly Sasaki, Conor Banker Courtade and Kaden, Kenzie and Kinsley Lentner. Her sisters and brother; Patricia Barrymore (Marshall) of Port Huron, Nelda Leighton of Redmond, Oregon, Basil Douglas Tilley of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and numerous nephews and nieces will miss her also. Her husband, Richard O. Smith and a grandson, David Jeremy Sherman, preceded her in death. A gathering of family and friends to honor Beth's life will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens of Fort Gratiot in the spring. Memorial tributes may be made to the Community of Christ Church in Sandusky or the United Hospice Residence in Marlette. Cremation arrangements were made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com |
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MARTIN MARTHA LEE |
Age 90, March 11, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband Francis. Survived by sons James and Steve (Julie) and daughter Martha. Grandmother of Joy (Ben) and great grandmother of Chloe and Sophie. Funeral and Entombment at Higgins Lake, MI. Memorial contributions to Marycrest Manor Nursing Home, 15475 Middlebelt Rd., Livonia., MI 48154. |
MAYO HARRIET U |
March 13, 2009. Age 90 of Livonia. Beloved wife of the late Samuel. Dear mother of Karen (Ronald) Karbowski and Carolyn (Alan) Bulinda. Grandmother of Ronald (Shelly), Robert (Tara), Ryan (Amy), Rebecca (Ron), John (Debbie), Jeff and Jason. Great grandmother of 10. Family will receive friends a Sunday 3-8 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Funeral Service Monday 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to Angela Hospice. |
MILLER CELIA |
Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, 20955 Bournemouth, Harper Woods. Memorials may be made to National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016. ahpeters.com |
MILLER KATHLEEN |
March 12, 2009. Age 66 of Westland. Beloved wife of Regis. Dear mother of Michael (Rachel), Mark, Marcie (David) Bilesimo & the late Mary. Sister of Karen (Casey) Koza, Beverly (Michael) Badgis & Barbara (Joe) Lawlor. Loving grandmother of Toni, Michael Bilesimo, Alexis & Ian Miller. Instate Tuesday 9 a.m. at St. Richard Catholic Church, 35637 Cherry Hill, Westland, until Mass of the Resurrection at 9:30 a.m. Family will receive friends Monday 1-9 p.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland. Family requests memorials to Hospice of Choice. Please visit and sign a tribute at: www.uhtfh.com |
MILLER MARJORIE A (NEE BROWN) |
Age 82, February 21, 2009 of Beverly Hills, MI. Beloved wife of 58 years of George L. Miller. Loving mother of Laura L. Miller and son, Lindsay B. (Elaine) Miller of Dallas, TX. Marjorie was born June 21, 1926, to Harold M. Brown Sr. and Gladys (Baldwin) in Royal Oak, MI. Proud grandmother of Brian Miller. Sister of Harold M. (Betty) Brown of Rochester Hills, MI. Also survived by many loving family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at 1pm at Nativity Episcopal Church, 21220 W. 14 Mile Rd. (east of Lahser), Bloomfield Twp., MI. Please sign Marjorie's online guestbook at www.cremationmichigan.com. |
MOGG SR ROSALINE (CLAUDINE) I H M |
Monday 2-7:30 p.m. at the I.H.M. Motherhouse Chapel in Monroe, MI, with Prayers at 3 p.m. and Funeral Services on Tuesday 10 a.m. Memorials to the I.H.M. Retirement Fund. Arrangements by the Rupp Funeral Home, (734) 241-9300. |
MULLANEY THERESIA M |
68, of Marysville died March 11. Dear wife of Gerald. Beloved mother of Mary (Brooks) DeVos. Grandmother of Aidan. Private services were held. Burial in Riverlawn Cemetery, Marysville. Memorials to St. Christopher Catholic Church, Marysville. Arrangements by Marysville Funeral Home. Send condolences at marysvillefuneralhome.com |
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Additional information has been received for Margaret Jane Hedy, 85, who died Monday at the Lynwood Manor in Adrian. |
Marjorie M. Pardeike May 10, 1940-March 11, 2009 Friday, March 13, 2009 11:35 AM |
Marjorie M. Pardeike, age 68, of Carleton died on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 in New Boston, surrounded by her loving family. |
Mary Jane Adamowicz March 14, 1923-March 11, 2009 Friday, March 13, 2009 11:52 AM |
Mary Jane Adamowicz, age 85, of Monroe passed away Wednesday March 11, 2009 at Tendercare of Monroe. She had been in declining health. |
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. |
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Matthew Charles Preadmore Jan. 10, 1979-March 9, 2009 Thursday, March 12, 2009 11:47 AM |
Matthew Charles Preadmore, age 30, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 9, 2009 at his Frenchtown Township home. |
McCANN MICHAEL D |
10 AM until service time. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memorials & Honor Program, P.O. Box 3204, Memphis, TN 38123-0704. Share a memory at www.sawyerfuller.com. |
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Merry Mike Gallagher, Ionia, age 60, beloved wife, mother and grandmother was called home to her heavenly father on Wednesday, March 11, 2009. |
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Mike Averill, 56, of Cave City, Ark., died March 12, 2009. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Dillinger Funeral Home Chapel in Newport, Ark. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Sunday. Arrangements were by Dillinger Funeral Home. Sign online at dillingerfuneralhome.com. |
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NANCY JO WILSON PORT SANILAC Nancy Jo Wilson, age 68, of Port Sanilac, died Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Autumnwood of Deckerville in Deckerville, Michigan. She was born October 14, 1940 in Coburn, Virginia the daughter of the late Haston and Josie (Bryant) Dingus. Nancy has lived in this area for the past 15 years and was previously from the Saginaw and Caro area. She is survived by two daughters; Michelle & Dennis Gamet of Marlette, Connie Jerore of Breckenridge, grandchildren; Marc Gamet, Stephanie Gamet, Steven Jerore, great grand- children; Cole Gamet and Isabella Jerore. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory, Bay City. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, www.marshfuneral.com |
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NELLIE M. COOK BROWN CITY Nellie M. Cook, age 80, of Brown City, died at home March 4, 2009. She was born January 4, 1929 in Peck to Andrew and Lillian Welch. She attended Schook County School. She married Harley Cook on January 17, 1948 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Sandusky. She was a housewife and mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was co- owner of Cook's Greenhouse and also worked at Hammil Seat Belt Factory over 12 years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Altar Society. She was also a past member of the Peck American Legion Auxiliary. Nellie is survived by; Jean (Raymond) Lambson, Henry (Karen) Cook, Lucy (Craig) Coulson, Thomas (Carol) Cook, Lillian (Bill) Boegner, daughter-in-law; Francis Cook, 27 grandchildren 15 great grandchildren, a brother; Leo Welch and 2 sisters-in-law; Nyla May and Ila Welch. She was preceded in death by her husband; Harley, a son; Calvin, two brothers; Bernard and Raymond and one sister; Mildred Bloomfield. Funeral services were held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Memorials can be made to Sacred Heart Building Fund or United Hospice. Arrangements made by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City. |
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NEWSTED DAVID NORMAN |
Age 62. Passed away suddenly from a heart attack on December 26, 2008 in Sun City, Arizona. Beloved Father of Michael (Allen Park) and Robert (Meridian, MS). Grandfather of Jordan and Miranda (Holly, MI). Brother to Carol Stockwell (Elk Grove, IL), Nancy Woessner (San Jose, CA), Steve (Redford), Ken (Westland), and Mark (Miami, FL). Son of the late Stanley and Lois Newsted (Detroit). Ex-husband of Cathy Newsted (Blissfield, MI) and loving parent to cats Pumpkin and Angel. Private arrangements were handled by Menke Funeral Home of Sun City, AZ. Originally from Detroit, David was a veteran of the United States Army and a retiree of General Motors, having worked at both the Inland plant in Livonia, and the Delphi plant in Adrian. A great all-around athlete, excelling in hockey, golf, softball, and billiards, he played for the prestigious Snyders Softball Teams (Detroit) of the late 60s and 70s, coached his sons youth hockey and baseball teams, served as Treasurer of the Blissfield (MI) Little League for several years, and was a highly competitive pool player in both Michigan and Arizona where he had lived since 2003. He was also a strong supporter of the Boy Scouts of America, and in 1982 he and his father built what was widely considered the finest pinewood derby track in the country, an eight-lane behemoth with a built-in electronic selector that automatically determined the winner of each race. Still in use today, and coveted by many local cub scout packs, the track will be named after David and his father Stanley in a ceremony at St. Mary's in Wayne on May 2, 2009. |
NOLAN JOHN HAMILTON |
79, of Auburn Hills passed quietly on March 11th. A writer for Detroit industry. Korean war veteran, long time American Legion and Moose member. John is survived by a loving sister Patricia Pendry (Mike); and sons Kevin (Shelly), Brian (Jan), Tim (Merlis) and Stephen as well as grandchildren Jennifer, Kelli and Justin. Memorials to Hospice of Michigan. |
NOWAK CHARLES D |
will be held Monday from 3-9 p.m, at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Funeral services are pending for Tuesday. Online condolences at www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com. |
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Naomi R. Steffey, 98, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away March 3, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Jan. 20, 1911, in Decatur, Ind., a daughter to the late Edward Edwin and Edith (Dean) Gilbert. Naomi had resided in Sturgis since 1951 coming from Bronson, Mich. She retired from the American Red Cross following many years of dedicated service and employment as office manager of the Sturgis and Centreville offices. Prior to joining the Red Cross she had been employed several years as a floor lady at M&R Laboratories in Sturgis. She was a member of the Sturgis Church of Christ and was a staunch Democrat. She is survived by one son, R. Dean Amos of East Windsor, Conn.; three grandchildren, Joel David Amos of San Diego, Calif., Lauri Jean Warble of St. Louis, Mo., and Lindy Arpante of Brooklyn, NY; two nephews, David Morse of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Dennis Morse of Jenison, Mich. Her parents; one brother; and one sister preceded her in death. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Naomi Steffey will be held and announced at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis is entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Steffey’s memory consider the American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, Ill. 60674. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
O'BRIEN ROSALIE MARIE |
Age 77. Passed away March 11, 2009. She was born on October 6, 1931 to the late Moise and Zelma (Poteau) Dupont in Wayne. Rosalie was a loving and caring mother and grandmother. She is survived by her children, Mike (Kathy), Tim (Katrina), Dan (Janine) and Kate (Lori) O'Brien; grandchildren, Patrick, Tim, Lynn, Denny, Sean, Kylie and Kelli. She was preceded in death by her husband C. Patrick O'Brien and her brother Francis Dupont. A memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 830 S. Lafayette, South Lyon. Arrangements by PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME, South Lyon. Online guestbook: www.phillipsfuneral.com |
PALLAZOLA ANDREW P |
Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 6:30 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Monday 11:30 a.m. with a 12 Noon Mass at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 31530 Beechwood (at Merriman Road, 2 blks North of Ford Rd.). |
PETERS ALAN MATTHEW |
Age 57 of Howell, passed away at his home Thursday, March 12, 2009. He was born July 30, 1951. Alan had served as a custodian for Brighton High School for 27 years. Beloved husband of Carol "Cari" A. (Broderick) whom he married in Pinckney on February 14, 1994. Loving father of Elena Schoeps of Pittsburg, PA. Also survived by his father, Ken (Becky) Peters of Dallas, TX; brothers, Victor Wall and Michael (LeeAnn) Wall of Howell. Memorial service Thursday, March 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Brighton Church of the Nazarene, 7669 Brighton Rd., Brighton with Pastor Mark Wagner officiating. Memorial contributions suggested to St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospice. Arrangements by MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800). |
PHILLIPS HENRY (VERN) |
March 8, 2009, age 70. Beloved husband of Rose. Dear father of Mark (Barbara) and Helen Phillips. Dear grandfather of Dallas, Delaney, Teagan, Tiana and Rhys. Private arrangements were entrusted to the Sterling Heights Chapel of the Obarzanek Funeral Home. |
PIERZYNSKI EDWARD JOSEPH |
March 12, 2009. Age 74. He is survived by his wife, Darlynne; his children, Andrew (Michelle) Pierzynski, Elizabeth Kauffmann (Charles), Michael (Tina) Pierzynski and step daughters Elizabeth Stewart (Alan) and Jacquelynn DuChateau (Jamison Armstrong). Also surviving is his brother, Sylvester Pierzynski (JoAnn); 11 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and many other dear friends and family. He served with the 71st Artillery Company. A memorial Mass will be held at St. Kenneth's Catholic Church, Plymouth, MI on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at 10 a.m. Memorial donation's to Henry Ford Hospice or the American Heart Association. |
PILAT MARION T |
"MITZI" Age 81, died Thursday, March 12, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Gerald. Dear mother of Judy Pilat, Nanette (Howard) Dodds, and Jacqueline (Mark) Willis. Cherished grandmother of David Dodds, Michael (Resha) Sproessig, and Elizabeth and Matthew Willis. Loving sister of Patricia Kulesza. Proud aunt of many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation will be Wednesday, March 18, 2009 from 10 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Mass of the Resurrection at 11 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 26100 Ridgemont, Roseville with Rev. Fr. Robert Schuster, celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to the Michigan Humane Society, American Cancer Society, and the American Lung Association. Arrangements entrusted to the Robison-Bahnmiller Funeral Home, Saline. |
POPE GERALDINE A |
Sunday 2-9 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile Rd.), Warren. Funeral Monday, in state 10:30 a.m. at St Jane Frances de Chantal, 38750 Ryan Rd. until time of Mass 11 a.m. |
PRICE MARGARET M |
March 12, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Dear mother of Susan I. (Timothy) Schmitz, Timothy J. Price, and Christopher R. (Lisa) Price. Grandmother of Allison and Justin. Sister of Rose Burchart, Florian Jagodzinski, Victoria (Joseph) Niedbala, and Teri (Ken) Grimes. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 42600 Ford Rd. (West of Lilley Rd.), Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 12-9 p.m. Rosary Sunday at 8 p.m. In state Monday 9 a.m. at Resurrection Catholic Church, 48755 Warren Rd. (E. of Ridge Rd.), until time of Mass at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the Cappuchian Soup Kitchen or Sts. Peter and Paul Warming Center would be appreciated. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com. |
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Patricia A. Crist, 70, of LaGrange, Ind., died March 12, 2009, at her home. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Monday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m.  A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in LaGrange. Burial will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Cemetery South in Star City, Ind. |
Patrick Larry 'Pat' Lillie Sr. Saturday, March 14, 2009 2:50 AM |
MARENISCO, Mich. -- Patrick Larry "Pat" Lillie Sr., 69, of Marenisco, passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, March 12, 2009, at his home. |
Paul "Bud" Martin July 9, 1942-March 11, 2009 Thursday, March 12, 2009 11:49 AM |
Paul "Bud" Martin, 66 years, of Erie, MI died Wednesday, March 11, 2009 in his home. |
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Paul Everett Kope, 72, of Ann Arbor, died March 10, 2009, at home. He was born Nov. 27, 1936, in Cambria. Paul was a member of Saint Paul Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor. He worked as a truck driver, and was a teamster for 40 years. Survivors include his wife, Doris; son, Brian Kope (aka David Nickerson) and his wife, Lori; daughter, Dawn Kope; three grandchildren; two brothers, Norman and O. Lee; four sisters, Marilyn Shaffer, Joann Quainton, Carolyn Shaffer, Yvonne Loukiainen. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Saint Paul Lutheran Church, Ann Arbor. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Chelsea. Visitation is 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea. |
MILTON - Pearlene Milton, age 68, of Grand Rapids, passed away Friday, March 13, 2009. See full obituary in Monday's Press. |
Peter B. Schlaud Jr. 1938-2009 Peter B. Schlaud Jr., 71, Bad Axe, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2009 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. He was born on February 16, 1938 in North Branch, son of the late Peter and Stella (Young) Schlaud Sr. Pete graduated from North Branch High School in 1956. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany as a Military Policeman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, country music, playing cards and eating at Big Boy. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Pete worked at Marlette Coach in Marlette after coming home from the the Army, until the factory closed and he moved to Louisiana where he was the head maintenance man in a hospital. When the hurricane hit in 2005, he lost everything and moved to Bad Axe and lived with his sister and brother-in-law, John and Rita Guigar. He is survived by adopted son, Richard Schlaud, Kingston; foster daughter, Jeanette (Ron) Yaroch, Marlette; sister, Rita (John) Guigar, Bad Axe; brother, Charlie(Sandy) Schlaud, Marlette and many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Schlaud. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Fr. Rob Howe, pastor, will officiate. Interment will take place in North Branch. Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 10 a.m. until the service time at 11 a.m. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. |
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Peter Bosanac, 76, of Monroe died at 7:43 p.m. Saturday at Heartland of Ann Arbor. |
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MARINE ON THE ST. CROIX, Minn. -- Peter J. Johnston, 69, of Marine on the St. Croix, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2009. |
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REEL WILLIAM S |
March 7, 2009. Age 81. Loving husband of Bettie. Father of JoAnn (Larry) Kobe, Bill (Linda) and John. Grandfather of Jennifer Osborne, Jeramie (Suzi) and Jonathan Reel. Private memorial. Donations to Heartland Hospice. |
REID PAUL W |
March 2, 2009 at 86. Born in Detroit May 21, 1922. Babson College, Wayne State. Started his own insurance agency, V.P. Reid Corp., real estate bus. WW II veteran, accomplished pianist, golfer and true gentleman with a kind word for all. Loving husband to Pat. Survived by daughter Paula Fong, son Scott, brother Robert, three grandchildren and companion Dorothy Post. Memorial, Kirk in the Hills, March 27, 12 noon 248-626-2515. Donations to American Heart Association. |
RICHARDSON JAMES MELVIN |
Age 73 of Oscoda. Passed on March 11, 2009. Loving husband of Carole Ann. Dear father of Scott (Lisa), John, Douglas, and Kara. Grandfather of Joey, Tristin, Hope, and Josh. Brother of Robert (Jan) Richardson. Funeral Service Thursday, March 19th, 2009, 1 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. The family will receive friends 11 a.m. until time of Service. Suggested memorials to the Rainbow Connection, Rochester. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com |
RIGONI ANN |
Of West Bloomfield, Michigan passed away of natural causes on Friday, February 27, 2009. She was born Anni Lilja (Havana) Koski in Hailuoto Finland on April 17, 1911. At the age of 7 years, Ann immigrated to the United States arriving at Ellis Island, New York on Christmas day, 1918. The family settled in Ironwood, Michigan and Ann spent her early years attending school and working on the family farm. She was employed in the Anesthesia department at the Grand View Hospital and in later years at the Deaconess Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. She was married to Victor Rigoni for many happy years first living in Ironwood and then in Detroit, Michigan. They enjoyed traveling by car and visiting interesting sites across the United States. Family celebrations were always apart of their lives. They entertained and always welcomed family and friends at their home. Following Victor's death, Ann moved to Grosse Pointe, Michigan. She enjoyed the new community and spent many years enjoying a lifestyle of socializing, volunteering, and participating in local events. Ann's final years where spent at Sunrise Senior Living in West Bloomfield, Michigan where she made many new friends and thrived under the care of the caring, attentive staff. Ann is remembered by all who knew her for her caring spirit, thoughtfulness, and sense of fun. She enjoyed sharing meals with friends and family and was ready for a lunch or dinner date at a moment's notice. Her graciousness and warm smile made those occasions memorable for all. She was loved by her entire family. Every niece and nephew was the recipient of a hand knit sweater and Christmas was celebrated with great varieties of cookies from her kitchen. Ann was preceded in death by husband, Wilbert Johnson of Bessemer, Michigan who passed away during their first year of marriage; husband, Victor Rigoni; parents, Sophia and John Koski; brothers, John Koski, William Koski, Arvo Koski and Sister Lempi Salo. She leaves behind sister in law Olga Koski of Ironwood, Michigan and three generations of nieces and nephews. Memorial Services are scheduled for 7:00 p.m.; April 27, 2009; at the West Bloomfield United Methodist Church; 4100 Walnut Lake Road; West Bloomfield, Michigan. Interment is at the Evergreen Cemetery in Detroit, Michigan. Serving the family Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Walled Lake. Condolences at www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com |
ROBERT A. WALKER LEXINGTON Robert A. Walker, age 91, died Wednesday, March 4, 2009 in Medilodge of Port Huron. He was born to Robert and Mary (Avery) Walker on January 11, 1918 in Lexington. Bob was a WWII Veteran of the U.S. Navy. He retired from Detroit Edison. He was a 6-term commander of Lexington V.F.W. Post 2382, a member of Lexington Lodge #61, F & AM. Bob enjoyed small game hunting and fishing. Surviving are his children; Dennis of West Bloomfield, Barabara (Albert T.) Bloome of Fort Gratiot, Diane (Jim) Biskner of Ruby, Douglas of Clinton Twp. and Deborah (Joel) Ange of Lexington, grandchildren; Sgt. Jeremy (Jennifer) Beckett, Michael Bloome, Ryan Mancini, Jill and Austin Biskner, Rachel and Joshua Johnson and Travis Kritzman, great grandchildren; Ethan and Aidan Beckett, one brother; Charles, three sisters-in-law; Annabelle, Yvonne and Helen, his former wife; June, as well as several nieces, nephews and special friends; Dan and Doris Coburn. He was preceded in death by brothers; Phil, Don, Art, Lon and a sister, Ann Schroeder. Per his wishes there will be no visitation or services. Arrangements are by the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington. The family sends a special thank you to the caring staff at Medilodge of Port Huron and Pastor Joe of Ross Bible Church. |
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ROBERT CHARLES WALKER MARLETTE Robert Charles Walker, age 82, of Marlette, died Friday, March 6, 2009 at Marlette Extended Care Facility in Marlette, Michigan. He was born March 7, 1926 in Marlette, Michigan the son of the late Charles and Jennie (Clark) Walker. He was a 1943 graduate of Marlette High School. Robert married Rosemary Sauder on November 27, 1946 in Marlette. He was a lifelong area resident, a member of Marlette Second Presbyterian Church where he served as Elder, past member of the Marlette IOOF., the Antique Car Club and a past 4-H Leader. Robert was a lifelong area farmer, sold Pioneer Seed Corn and was a member of the MMPA. He is survived by one daughter; Cynthia (Lee) Wood of Shelby Twp., two sons; William (Connie) Walker of Marlette, Marcos (Omar) & Jean Bacelis of Ypsilanti, 8 grandchildren; Amy Wood, Heather Trombetta, Steven Wood, Sheree Canfield, Charles Walker, William Walker, Linda Bacelis, Cristina Bacelis and 8 great grandchildren. Besides his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a son; Randy Mark Walker, a brother; Kenneth and sisters; Marion Brown, Marjorie Calkins and Marguerite Rice. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, with Pastor Chris Wolf officiating. Burial was in the McLeish Cemetery in Marlette. Casketbearers - Steven Wood, Charles Walker, William Walker, Benjamin Trombetta, Roger Duff and Randy Wood. Memorial suggestions may go to the Marlette Extended Care Facility. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, Michigan. www.marshfuneral.com |
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Ralph C. Whitney, 73, of Grand Blanc, died Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at his residence. |
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Robert Alvin Yesh, age 81, of Bronson, Mich., died peacefully in his sleep on Friday, March 13, 2009, at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall,  following a lengthy illness. Bob was born Nov. 13, 1927, in Coldwater, son of Frank and Elizabeth (Stefanski) Yesh and was a lifelong Bronson resident. He married Jean Beverly Hungerford on Dec. 6, 1955, in South Bend, Ind.  Jean Beverly died Dec.  14, 2001. After graduation from Bronson High School, Bob joined the U.S. Army during World War II.  After the war, he worked at the former Douglas Components Company in Bronson, then drove truck.  Having an interest in law enforcement, he became a Bronson Police Officer in 1956. He went on to join the Branch County Sheriff’s Department, where he rose to the rank of sergeant and served for more than 20 years. After his retirement, he returned to the Bronson Police Department, from where he retired after a combined 30 years in law enforcement. He then took up farming full time. Bob was an avid hunter, especially looking forward to the opening day of firearms deer season.  He was a member of the NRA and actively engaged in the shooting sports and was known for his accuracy skills. He was a lifelong member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church. Surviving are his daughter Susan Stansberry of Battle Creek; his son and daughter-in-law, Rex and Debra Yesh of Eat Leroy; stepsons., Dennis (Patty) Marks of Hobe Sound, Fla., and Don (Joanne) Marks of Coldwater; stepdaughters Joyce (Milt) McNitt of Coldwater and Brenda (Jim) Wilhelm of Huntington, Ind.; 18 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by Jean Beverly, his wife of 46 years; his stepson, Jim Marks; and his brother Francis Yesh. The funeral liturgy celebrating the life of Robert A. Yesh will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson, with the Rev. Fr. Brian Stanley officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Prayers before Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday.  Memorial donations are suggested to the Marshall Nursing and Rehab Center.   |
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Robert Alvin Yesh, age 81 of Bronson, died peacefully in his sleep at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall on Friday, March 13, 2009 following a lengthy illness. Bob was born Nov. 13, 1927 in Coldwater, son of Frank and Elizabeth (Stefanski) Yesh and was a lifelong Bronson resident. He married Jean Beverly Hungerford on Dec. 6, 1955 in South Bend, Ind. Jean Beverly died Dec. 14, 2001. After graduation for Bronson High School, Bob joined the US Army during World War II. After the war, he worked at the former Douglas Components Company in Bronson, then drove truck. Having an interest in law enforcement, he became a Bronson Police Officer in 1956. He went on to join the Branch County Sheriff’s Dept., where he rose to the rank of sergeant and served for more than 20 years. After his retirement, he returned to the Bronson Police Dept from where he retired after a combined 30 years in law enforcement. He then took up farming full time. Bob was an avid hunter, especially looking forward to the opening day of firearms deer season. He was a member of the NRA and actively engaged in the shooting sports and was known for his accuracy skills. He was a lifelong member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church. Surviving are his daughter Susan Stansberry of Battle Creek; his son and daughter-in-law, Rex and Debra Yesh of Eat Leroy; step-sons. Dennis (Patty) Marks of Hobe Sound, Fla., Don (Joanne) Marks of Coldwater; step-daughters, Joyce (Milt) McNitt of Coldwater and Brenda (Jim) Wilhelm of Huntington, Ind.; 18 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by Jean Beverly, his wife of 46 years, his step-son Jim Marks and his brother Francis Yesh. The Funeral Liturgy celebrating the life of Robert A. Yesh will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Brian Stanley officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Prayers before Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson.  The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 4 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Memorial donations are suggested to the Marshall Nursing and Rehab Center. |
Robert C. Applegate, 63, of Grand Rapids, passed away March 8, 2009. |
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Robert E. Grimm, 71, of Alvordton, Ohio and lifelong resident of Williams County, Ohio, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2009, at Community Health and Wellness Center, Bryan, Ohio. He was born May 17, 1937, in Pioneer, Ohio, to Martin V. and Blanche F. (Connolly) Grimm. He graduated from Pioneer, Ohio High School in 1956. He married Carolyn M. Moore Nov. 30, 1962 in Kunkle, Ohio and she survives. Bob retired after 30 years as a machinist for Aro Corp in Bryan in 2002. Until recently he was employed at the Montpelier Auto Auction as well as the Sunoco Station at Holiday City, rural Montpelier. Also surviving are three sons, Michael (Christy) Grimm, Waldron, William (Jodi) Grimm, Bryan and Stanley (Kris) Grimm, Alvordton; one brother, Keith (Donna) Grimm, Sherwood, Ohio; four grandchildren, Allison and Aaron Grimm, Waldron and Tiffanie and Bradley Grimm, Bryan and one sister-in-law, Jessie Grimm, Pioneer. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Darrell Grimm. Private services will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Floral Grove Cemetery, Pioneer. Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. Sunday at Thompson Funeral Home, Pioneer. Memorial donations may be made to the donor’s choice. |
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Robert G. “Woody” Woodlock passed away Monday March 9, 2009. He was born Jan. 4, 1937. He leaves behind his soulmate and best friend, Bonnie, and her children Billy, Heather, Brent and Regina; grandchildren, Benjamin, Brenden, Nolan, Devyn, Kierstyn “Pooter,” Charles and Torrie Jo. He also leaves behind his children, Connie (Chuck), Robbie (Stacy) and Dr. Krista Woodlock; and grandchildren, Britney, Connor, Devyn and Grace; sisters, Barbara, Mary and Betty. His parents, one brother and one sister preceded him in death. He has been cremated and will be buried in a private service in Canton, Ohio, in the spring. |
Roger Michael Rantanen June 18, 1942-March 8, 2009 Thursday, March 12, 2009 11:50 AM |
Roger Michael Rantanen, 66, of Erie passed away March 8 at 9:58 p.m. in Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
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Ronald Dekker, age 73, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at his home.  He was preceded in death by his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Roger Beverwyk, Stan Schreur, Jerry Brink, Alvin and Marian Schreur and Mary Schreur.  Ron was a member of Ebenezer Reformed Church.  He was employed at Repco-Lite Paints for 33 years and Fris Office Outfitters for 10 years.  He served his country in the U.S. Army.  He is survived by his wife, Joyce; children, Sue and Dave Busscher of Holland, Nancy and Jeff Snay of Holland, Jim and Aimee Dekker of Hamilton; eight grandchildren, Stephen, Michelle and Joshua Busscher, Aaron, Adam and Abigail Snay, Bradley and Nicole Dekker; sisters, Carol Beverwyk of Holland, Judy and Hardy Timmer of Zeeland; sisters and brother-in-law, Gladys Brink of Saugatuck, Roger and Phyllis Schreur of Hudsonville, Fern Schreur of Hudsonville.  Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Ebenezer Reformed Church with Reverend Todd Krygsheld officiating.  Visiting hours will be Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.   Burial will be in Overisel Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com. |
Ruby J. Turk Feb. 10, 1947-March 8, 2009 Thursday, March 12, 2009 11:51 AM |
Ruby J. Turk, age 62, of Ottawa Lake, Michigan passed away Sunday, March 8th, 2009, at Flower Hospital. |
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Ruth A. Pickford, age 88, of Hudson passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at Lutheran Home Monroe in Monroe.  She was born on Feb. 25, 1921, in Monroe, the daughter of Clarence and Clara (Kipf) Sachs. Ruth married A. J. Pickford on June 22, 1946, in Monroe. He preceded her in death on Dec. 24, 2007. They lived most of their married life in Rollin, before moving to Hudson. She was a member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church where she was active with the Ladies Guild and Sunday School Superintendent and teacher. Ruth enjoyed bingo and playing cards. Ruth is survived by two sons, Dennis (Lynn) Pickford of Hudson and Brian (Nancy) Pickford of Lansing; two daughters, Myrna (Jerry) Meek of Monroe and Darlene (Bernie) Reuter of Hudson; 11 grandchildren, Tricia Reuter, Kristy (Eugene) Gottschalk, Becky (Dan) Willnow, Brent Reuter, all of Adrian; Paul (Elke) Meek of Dexter, James (Mary Beth) Meek of Berkley, Devin Pickford of Hudson, Eberly Pickford of Bradenton, Fla., Caylan Pickford of Hudson, Shelby (Matthew) Hicks of Clearwater, Fla., and Jenny Pickford of Lansing; two stepgrandsons, Brian Meek of Monroe and Steven (Jenny) Meek of Newport; seven great-grandchildren, Ashton, Ella, Carter, Cassidy, Alanna, Liam and Grayson; one brother, Wilbur Sachs of Monroe; five sisters, Bertha Strimpel of Woodhaven, Helen Trosien of Trenton, Verna Trosien of Brownstown, Betty (LeRoy) Laeder of Midland, Marjory (Tom) Steinke of Monroe, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brother, Marvin Sachs; three brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law.  Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2009, at Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Hudson with Pastor Troy Neujahr officiating. Interment will follow at North Dover Cemetery in Clayton.  The visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson, and at the Church from 10 a.m. until time of service on Saturday. Memorials are suggested to the Our Saviour Lutheran Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Ruth A. Pickford Feb. 25, 1931-March 11, 2009 Thursday, March 12, 2009 11:49 AM |
Ruth A. Pickford, age 88 years, of Hudson, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at Lutheran Home Monroe in Monroe. |
Ruth Evelyn Witfoth March 6, 1927-March 9, 2009 Sunday, March 15, 2009 12:02 AM |
Ruth Evelyn Witfoth, 82 years, of Temperance, MI, died Monday, March 9, 2009 in Flower Hospital, Sylvania, OH. |
SIMPSON BEN |
March 11, age 80, of Detroit. Beloved husband of Ida. March 18, visitation from 4-8 p.m. at Wilson-Atkins Funeral Home, 527 Owens Ave., Detroit. Thursday, March 19, Family Hour 11:30 a.m. and Funeral Services 12 noon at Greater New Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 586 Owen Ave. |
SPILSKI DOROTHY E |
89, March 12, 2009. Dear wife of the late Edward. Dear mother of Robert (Nancy), Susan and the late William. Dear sister of Ann Rogers. Also survived by three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Private funeral services arranged by Gendernalik Funeral Home, Inc., 35259 23 Mile Road, New Baltimore. |
STOPP EARL E |
Age 85, March 11, 2009 beloved husband of Gloria. Loving father of Nancy (Kevin) Santer. Grandfather of Noah. Former resident of Roseville, Michigan. Memorial gathering Saturday March 28th, 2009 2 p.m. until time of service 3 p.m. at Immanuel United Methodist Church, 23715 Gratiot, East Pointe, MI 48021. In lieu of flowers donations to Immanuel United Methodist Church preferred. |
STOVALL PAUL D |
Sunday 4-7 p.m. at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Prudenville, MI. In state Monday, 9 a.m. until time of funeral Mass at 11 a.m. |
SYMANEK ANNA |
Sunday 2-8 p.m. with a 5 p.m. Service at Hauss Funeral Home, 47477 Romeo Plank, Macomb. Memorials to Henry Ford Health System, Low Vision Research Fund, 1 Ford Place, 5A, Detroit, MI 48202. |
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Sadie Top, 97 Sadie Top, age 97, of Zeeland, went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, March 12, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Sadie was born the daughter of Lambert and Eva Dena Schipper in Salem Twp, MI, September 25, 1911.  She lived most of her life in the Hamilton-Zeeland area. She was a graduate of Hastings High School and Western Michigan Teacher's College.  She taught school in Monterey Twp., Salem Twp., and Bentheim School years ago. She was a 4-H leader in Overisel for many years and also in Zeeland.  She served as Sec. of Service for the Women's Missionary Conference of the Zeeland Classis. She was a former member of Women's Mission Circle, Fellowship Sunday School Class, Evergreen Commons, J.O.Y. Group (Church Seniors), Ladies Aid, and Prayer Groups at Church. She was a former member of Oakland CRC Church, and  Overisel Reformed Church where she taught Sunday school.  She is currently a member of First Reformed Church in Zeeland.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Gordon Top in 1989; and also a son-in-law, Clifford Essink 1991.    Her family includes her children, Virginia and  Rev. Dr. Roger Kleinheksel of Holland, Lois and Jerry Vander Kooi of Riverview, Isla and Dale Compagner of Hamilton; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Julia Brower; brother, Wilmur  and Joyce Schipper; in-laws, Lavina Schipper, Judy and Dirk Elferink; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be 11 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 at First Reformed Church, 148 East Central Avenue, Zeeland with Rev. Dr. Roger Kleinheksel and Rev. Mark Kleinheksel officiating.  Burial will be in Overisel cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 Sunday at The Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 188 West 32nd Street, Holland. Memorials may be made to First Reformed Church of Zeeland Memorial Fund, 148 East Central Ave., Zeeland, or to United in Christ Ministries of Grand Rapids (UICM), 1035 Godfrey Ave.,  Grand Rapids, 49503.   Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to sign Sadie's online registry, share a photo, or read her life story. |
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Sharon F. Sargent, 60, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2009 at home.  She was born Oct. 4, 1948 in Ohio, the daughter of Harold and Delores (Riley) Duncan. Sharon attended schools in Litchfield and Homer and had worked at Hilex Controls in Litchfield, retiring in 2004 after 15 years of employment.  Her love of life included time spent with her children and grandchildren, as well as playing bingo, and hobbies of crocheting and knitting. She is survived by her husband, Lester Sargent, whom she married March 1, 2009; four sons, Terry (Annette) LaRoe of Hillsdale,  Bobby (Mandy) LaRoe of Phoenix, Ariz., Tim (Melissa) LaRoe of Pittsford, Corey (Melissa) LaRoe of Hillsdale; two sisters, Kay Wolffe of Hillsdale and Tina (Steve) Avery of Homer; two brothers,Ed (Tracey) Duncan of Hillsdale and Frank (Shirley) Duncan of Litchfield;12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and many special nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, one son (Kevin), one brother (Fred Duncan) and one grandson (Timothy). Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Carl Litchfield officiating.  Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday. Interment in Cambria Cemetery #2 will be at a later date.  Memorials to the family would be appreciated. |
Sharon Lee Hamilton, 67, passed away at MidMichigan Medical Center on Thursday, March 5, 2009. |
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Shirley Jean Phalen, age 74, of Adrian, died Friday March 13, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. She was born Feb. 9, 1935, in Grand Ledge, Mich., to George and Amelia (Hagen) VanCamp, Sr.  On May 13, 1972, she married Roger Phalen in Tecumseh and he survives. Shirley was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Tecumseh, and the Adrian Moose Ladies Auxiliary #892. She loved to golf. In addition to her husband, Roger, she is survived by a sister, Marilyn Haddrell and her husband, Jim, of Langeburg, Mich.; a sister-in-law, Jackie VanCamp of Tecumseh; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Don and George VanCamp. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church later in the spring. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Sister Rosaline (Claudine) Mogg, IHM Dec. 26, 1912-March 14, 2009 Sunday, March 15, 2009 12:02 AM |
Monroe, MI - Sister Rosaline Mogg, IHM, died Saturday, March 14, 2009, in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe, Michigan at the age of 96. |
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THOMAS RENEE S |
Age 39. Passed away peacefully in her sleep, March 12, 2009. Loving mother to Mandy. Beloved daughter of the late William and Rosalind Thomas. Dearest sister of Jodie (David) Bragalone and Stephanie Thomas. Also leaves behind two nieces and four nephews. Gathering of family and friends at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (btw. Ford and Cherry Hill), Friday, 10:00 AM until the time of the Memorial service 11:00 AM. Memorial contributions may be made to Family Fund. To share a memory with the family, visit www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com. |
TISON JOSEPH L |
Sunday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Monday 10 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In lieu of flowers memorials suggested to Juvenile Diabetes. |
TRACZ MARIE R |
Age 86, March 11, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John (1976) and Frank Mack (2002). Devoted mother of Dave (Jill), John (Carol) and Jim. Dear sister of Jerry (Pat), Barry (Suzie) and Irene (Jim). Mrs. Tracz is also survived by sisters-in-law Lee and Mary; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral service 7 p.m. Monday, March 16 at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (btwn. 9-10 Mile Rds., just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. until time of service. Memorial tributes suggested to Disabled Veterans of America, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250. |
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McAULIFFE, Thomas Blaise - Age 75, of Swartz Creek, died Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at Avalon Hospice. Funeral mass will be celebrated 11 AM Saturday, March 14, 2009 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 118 Lord St., Gaines with Fr. Robert McKeon and Fr. Tim Nelson con-celebrants. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-8 PM Friday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek where a rosary will be prayed 7 PM Friday evening. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to St. Joseph Catholic Church Building Fund. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituary page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Timothy Gerard Kester, age 50, of Adrian died Friday, March 6, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Timothy’s body is being donated to the University of Michigan Medical School. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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TRAVERSE CITY — Stanley I. Wood, 79, a lifelong resident of the Traverse City area, lost his courageous three-year battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) on Thursday, March 12, 2009, at his home.He was born March 4, 1930, to the late Stanley and Lillian (Lardie) Wood in Mapleton and graduated from St. Francis High School. He served in the United States Navy as an electrician on the USS Chanticleer during the Korean War. Following his service, he returned to the area and married his wife, Lenore (Lindstrom) in 1957.Stan was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be missed by all those who had the honor and privilege of knowing him.He was an avid Red Wings hockey fan and long-time supporter and member of ICE. After his retirement as a supervisor from United Technologies, he and his wife enjoyed many years of travel with friends and family. He also enjoyed being Traverse City's downtown Santa Claus for several years, as well as gardening and puttering at his home and fixing things around his children's homes. In his last years he enjoyed reading and watching the birds and squirrels visiting his feeders. He is survived by his wife, Lenore; three daughters, Jo Anne Wood of Traverse City, Cheryl (Brian) Kissel and Denise Wood, both of Manistee; and daughter-in-law, Jennifer (Bobby) Teal of Traverse City. He was beloved grandfather to seven grandchildren, Samantha (David) Ashpaugh, Mike Docksey, Candi and Abi Kissel, Christina, Rachel and Darci Wood; and great-grandfather to Curtis Ashpaugh. He is also survived by four brothers, George (Fern) Wood in Texas, Fran (Karen) Wood in Florida, Jim (Pat) Wood in Gaylord and Tom (Shirley) Wood in Traverse City; and two sisters, Betty Fitzgerald and Nell Pitcher, both in Traverse City; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Michael Wood in 2005; his parents; brother in infancy; and two sisters, Donna Lewis and Barbara Scarpeli.Family and friends may pay their respects at a visitation to be held Monday, March 16, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Funeral services with Military honors will be held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at 2 p.m., with a luncheon to follow at the church. Officiating will be by the Rev. Daniel Deutsch and David Gabel. Memorials may be directed to Bethlehem Lutheran Church or the West Michigan Chapter of the ALS Association.The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and Cremation Services; www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com. |
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Age 73. Son of the late Giovanni and Rosa (nee Zammitt) Valletta. Great-uncle of Jessica Mills, uncle of David Valletta of Florida, Rosemarie (Walt) Bogus and Cherie (Steve) White. Brother-in-law of Charles Mills. Brother of the late Charles, Joseph, Rita Mills, George and Tony. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Also survived by his beloved dog, Harley. Interment was held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield. Arrangements by the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home. Share your thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com |
VEDOLICH EMANUEL |
March 14, 2009. Age 82. Beloved husband of Josephine for 53 cherished years. Loving father of Joseph (Nancy), Paul (Laurie), Roy (Theresa) and Maria (Shawn) Dolan. Proud grandfather of Rosa Leigh, Sarah, Jennifer, Aaron, Christopher, Emily, Katelyn, Alex, Matthew, Holly and Michael. Dear brother of Carmen (Maurice) Coreschi. Emanuel had a great love of birds and a passion for gardening but his greatest joy was spending time with his family. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service at Wujek-Calceterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Tuesday in state 9 a.m. at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 12509 19 Mile Rd. (Btw. Schoenherr & Clinton River Rd.), until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Memorial contributions would be appreciated to the Parkinsons Society of Michigan. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at: WujekCalcaterra.com |
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Virginia Braxmaier of Hillsdale passed away Monday, March 9, 2009 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born Dec. 10, 1925 in Battle Creek the daughter of Clinton and Merle (Henry) Dove. She married Don Braxmaier on April 21, 1945 and he preceded her in death on April 1, 1974. She was also preceded in death by one granddaughter, Krista and one brother, Jerry. She is survived by one brother, Buster; one sister, Deanna; three children, Dave (Amy) Braxmaier, Dean (Crista) Braxmaier and Laurie Burton; three grandchildren, David and Christopher (Tammy) Braxmaier and Jane O’Connell and six great-grandchildren, Josh, Jesse, Tyler, Chase and Brendan Braxmaier and David O’Connell. A graveside funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Virginia Braxmaier will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday at the Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale with Jeremiah Hodshire officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association or to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. |
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Virginia J. Reaume December 29, 1925-March 13, 2009 Sunday, March 15, 2009 12:02 AM |
Virginia J. Reaume, 83, of Newport, died at 7:55 p.m. Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital of Monroe. She had been in poor health for one month. |
Virginia Schave 1929-2009 Virginia Schave, 79, Westland, formerly of Port Hope, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2009 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Livonia She was born on August 30, 1929 in Alabaster, to the late Harlan and Emma (Graf) Brown. Virginia and Wallace Schave were united in marriage on December 6, 1947. She loved to shop and always made sure that the house was kept clean. She loved her family and was a good Christian with strong faith. She is survived by her husband Wallace, Westland; four children, Aaron Schave, Las Vegas, Nev., Ray (Gail) Schave, Westland, Lynne (Gary) Dickens, Westland and Lori (David) Parcha, Anchorage, Alaska; six grandchildren, Jason Dickens, Corey Schave, Justin Schave, Brionna Love, Aaron Parcha and Tyler Parcha; two brothers, Arnold (Elaine) Brown, Port Hope and Larry (Pat) Brown, St. Clair and sister-in-law, Arlene Brown, Port Hope. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Calvin Brown and Donald Brown. Funeral services were held Monday, March 9, 2009 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Inc., Harbor Beach. Rev. Greg Eilers, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church, Port Hope, officiated with burial in Rock Falls Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. -- Walter J. Dembraski, 84, of Bruce Crossing, died Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital-Long Term Care Unit. |
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Wilbur  Eash Jr., 74, of Centreville, Mich., passed away  Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at Three Rivers Health Hospice. He  was born on July 26, 1934,  in Marcellus, a son of Wilber J.  and Helen Marie (Golden) Eash. Wilbur attended Centreville Schools.  He worked as a shear operator at Stoutco in Bristol, Ind. Wilbur will always be remembered for this sense of humor and joke-telling. Surviving are his daughters,  Sandra (Michael) Berry of Bristol, Brenda (Rick Harkins) Sias of Edwardsburg; a son,  Tim (Penny) Eash, of White Pigeon; a brother,  Samuel Eash, Centreville; three stepchildren; grandchildren Zach Gardiner, Jessica Weatherwax, Justin Sivley, Ashely Eash, Chris Sias, Michael Eash and Heather Harkin; and great grandchildren Ricky, Jenny and Alexiana Gardiner. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Peggy Eash; a son, William E. Eash; and a great-granddaughter, Gracelyn Eash.  Wilbur was a direct descendant of the Sacket family, who immigrated to the United States in the 1630s. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. March 21 at Chapel Hill Missionary Church, 14525 Chapel Hill Road, Union, with Pastor Don Matteson officiating. A luncheon will follow the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. |
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Zula M. Brokaw, age, 83 passed away Sunday, March 9, 2009 in Mt. Pleasant. |
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