Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 5/26/09


 


 


 

Anderson-Cole, Helen Ruth (Keen)

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Angela Kay Rummer

Angela Kay Rummer, age 43, of Beaverton, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, May 3, 2009 at her home. 


 


 

Angeline Maurice Juneau, 96

Angeline Maurice Juneau, 96, passed away at her Perry Farms residence on May 20, 2009. 


 


 

Arthur L. Steinman 

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


 


 

Audrey Mae Lung

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 3:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Audrey Mae Bailey Lung, 82, of Florence, S.C., and formerly of Sturgis, Mich., went to her Heavenly Home on Saturday, May 23, 2009, in a Florence health care facility after an illness. Ms. Lung was born in Florence, a daughter of the late Fred and Edna Juanita Garrett Bailey.  She retired in 1985 from the Kirsch Company in Sturgis.  She was a member of the Moose Lodge #579 and the V.F.W. Post 1355, both in Sturgis, and a member of Friendship United Methodist Church in Florence.  She was an avid bowler and golfer, and loved playing cards. Ms. Lung loved spending time with grandchildren, family, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Evelyn Lee. Surviving are two sons, Harold Eugene Lung of Florence and Richard D. (Carol) Lung of Sturgis; a brother, Fred D. (Tid) Bailey of Florence; two sisters, Emily Williams and Sylvia (Heyward) Miller, both of Florence; a special friend, John Smith of Battle Creek; two grandchildren, Jason Richard (Wendy) Lung of St. John, Ind., and Janel Rae (Jack) Conklin of New Haven, Ind.; three great-grandchildren, Adam Scott Lung, Miriam Rae Lung and Maya Janel Conklin; and a number of nieces and nephews. A committal service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery in Florence.  Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home of Florence is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorials may be made to Friendship United Methodist Church, 5422 East Old Marion Highway, Florence, SC 29506.   


 


 

Bernard (Barney) Morrison

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Bertha Bowman

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Betty Hawley Lapeer/Flint Betty Hawley, 77, of Lapeer/Flint, passed away Saturday (May 16, 2009). She was born September 23, 1931, in Alpena, to Earl and Viola (Wilder) Hawley. Betty lived at Nandi Hills Group Home in Flint. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Viola Hawley; 2 brothers. Funeral services were held Wednesday (May 20, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Rev. Peter DeKlerk officiated. Burial was in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lapeer. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111.

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Betty Jeanne Draper-Stenberg enbergh

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Bliss U. Mutschler

Bliss U. Mutschler, of Saranac, age 49, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2009. 


 


 

Bystry, Donna Grace *

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CLARA M. VINCENT MARLETTE Clara M. Vincent, age 73, of Marlette, died peacefully at her home Thursday, May 14, 2009. She was born November 28, 1935 in Bay Port, Michigan, daughter to the late John & Garnett (Barr) Wisenbaugh. She married Ronald G. Vincent Sr. on January 2, 1953 in Armada, Michigan. She worked many years as a cook for the former Ruth's Restaurant in Marlette. Clara enjoyed playing Bingo, Quilting, Embroidering and most of all, her family. She is survived by her husband, Ronald Sr. of Marlette, three daughters; Rhonda & Dale Kaake of Cass City, Michigan, Pamela King of Marlette, Michelle & Vernon Clapsaddle of Marlette, one son; Ronald Jr. (Pamela) Vincent of Gagetown, Michigan, one brother; Floyd Wisenbaugh of Owosso, Michigan eighteen grandchildren and thirty great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, several brothers & sisters and one granddaughter, Christie. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette with Pastor DonaldBroughton officiating. Burial was in the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to United Hospice Service or the family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com

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CLARENCE S. RADER APPLEGATE Clarence S. Rader, age 70, a resident of Applegate passed away on Friday, May 15, 2009 at the Sanilac Medical Care Facility in Sandusky. He was born on October 22, 1938 in Carsonville, a son of the late Willard and Emilie (Schroeder) Rader. Clarence worked at Stokely-Van Camp in Croswell for many years. He enjoyed his John Deere tractor and was an avid collector of model John Deere tractors. Clarence also loved horses. He is survived by one sister; Louise Paterson, one brother; Cliff Rader both of Deckerville, several nieces, nephews, many great nieces, great nephews and many many great-great nieces and nephews. Clarence was preceded in death by four brothers; Louis, Charles, Robert and Carl and one sister, Ruth McComb. Funeral services were held at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Carsonville with Pastor David Barnes of the Carsonville Assembly of God Church officiating. Interment was followed in the Washington Cemetery. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Carsonville.

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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.


 


 

Charles Don Wilson

Sunday, May 24, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

July 27, 1932 - May 22, 2009 Charles Don Wilson, 76, of Morenci passed away Friday, May 22, 2009, at Fulton Manor in Wauseon, Ohio, following a period of failing health. He was born July 27, 1932, in Fairfield Township, Mich., the son of H. F. and Ruby (Yates) Wilson. He married Lola Sue Collar on December 20, 1953, in Angola, Ind., and she survives. Don was a life long Morenci area resident and retired from General Broach in Morenci in 1994. He graduated from Morenci High School Class of 1950 and served in the US Army from 1952 to 1954.  Don loved music and played guitar for a number of years. He also enjoyed woodworking and cooking.  Surviving Don besides his wife, Lola of Morenci, are three children, Jo Rea (Jerry) Keene and Connie Mirelez, all of Morenci, and Donald Alan (Cassie) Wilson of Kentwood, Mich.; seven grandchildren, Jeremy (Missy) Keene and Deborah Mirelez of Morenci, Joshua (Heidi) Keene and Nathan Mirelez of Adrian, Gideon and Greyden Wilson of Kentwood and Jessica Mirelez of Grand Rapids; and seven great-grandchildren, Marissa, Jared and MacKenzie Keene and Ethan McCowan, all of Morenci, and Chynna and Malik Mirelez and Heliel Williams, all of Grand Rapids; two brothers, Jay (Nora) Wilson of Fairfield and Robert (Jan) Wilson of Morenci, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, I.C. and Jr. Wilson, and a daughter, Linda Sue, in infancy.  Funeral services for Don will be Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with Pastor Dennis Owens officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. Visitation will be Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday from noon until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to the Morenci Fire and Rescue Squad or charity of donor’s choice. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences to eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Charles F. 'Chuck' Norris

Tuesday, May 19, 2009 1:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charles F. ‘Chuck’ Norris of North Adams passed away Saturday, May 16, 2009 at the “Mac” McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility in Hillsdale. He was born June 24, 1938 in North Adams the son of Robert and Gladys (Leonard) Norris. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Bonnie (Bonsteel) Norris whom he married on Oct. 9, 1965. He is also survived by one son, Scott (Vicki) Norris of Saginaw; two grandchildren, Dalton and Dylan Norris; one brother, Larry (Cindy) Norris of Danville, Va.; two sisters, Sally (Tom) Andrews of Reading, and Amy (Daniel) Moore of Oviedo, Fla; one sister-in-law, Marilee Norris of Tecumseh; mother-in-law, Dorothy Bonsteel of North Adams; step-mother, Norma Norris of Hillsdale; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, William Norris. Chuck served his country in the United States Marine Reserve. He worked for the State of Michigan Department of Corrections in Jackson for 30 years and retired in June of 1997. He also enjoyed farming and gardening and spending time outdoors. At his request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Charles F. “Chuck” Norris will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the North Adams United Methodist Church or to the North Adams Fire Department.


 


 

Chester F. Emerson

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 9:25 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Chester F. Emerson, 74, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2009, in the loving presence of the Lord in Sylvania, Ohio. Chester was born on Jan. 27, 1935, to James Russell Emerson and Donnie Isbell Uptain in Alabama. He met the love of his life, Ruby Sanderson, and the two were joined together on July 2, 1954, in Adrian, Mich. Together they shared over 54 years of marriage and happy memories.  Chester and Ruby made their home in Blissfield where they raised three children.  Chester made his living at Ace Drill in Adrian for over 30 years, and then went into business for himself working on tool and cutter grinding. He enjoyed many family activities and trips back home to Alabama. Chester enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, and most recently his great grandchildren. Chester, along with his wife, were faithful members of the Blissfield Baptist Church. Surviving is his wife, Ruby Emerson of Blissfield; two children, Charles (Heidi) Emerson of Britton, and Janine (Doug) Emerson of Monroe; son-in-law Jerry Lippens of Blissfield; four grandchildren, Amanda (Jr) Iffland of Blissfield, Nathan Fuller of Monroe, Bradley (Tiffany Smith) Emerson of Sylvania, and Mackenzie Lippens of Blissfield; and his first two great-grandchildren, Blake Edward Iffland and Samantha Jean Emerson. Also surviving are two brothers, Clovis (Earlene) Emerson and Gene (Donna) Emerson, both of Alabama; two sisters, Earlene McKinney of Alabama, and Willie Mae (George) Hagy of Blissfield; and many special nieces and nephews. Chester joins those who went before him in heaven including his parents, youngest daughter Robin Lippens, eight brothers, and five sisters. Funeral services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Blissfield Baptist Church in Blissfield, with Rev. Tom Frantz officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery in Blissfield. Visiting hours will be Wednesday for 2 to 8 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Lung Association. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and church.


 


 

Curtis, Jack C. *

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Darrell R. Curtis

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 2:58 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Darrell R. Curtis, age 72, of Constantine, Mich.,  passed away  Sunday, May 24, 2009, at his home. He was born April 20, 1937, in Butler Township, a son of  Lloyd W. and Margaret (Lampman) Curtis. Darrell graduated from Quincy High School in 1956 an served in the U.S. Army.  On Nov. 12, 1966, he married Erma Birkey in Coldwater. Darrell worked in sales at Dynamax Corp. in Elkhart, Ind., for 10 years and previously  for Carriage RV in Millersburg, Ind. He was a former member of the F.F.A and Flying Hooves 4-H Club in Quincy and served as a judge at fairs and shows. Darrell also enjoyed traveling, fishing and golfing. Mostly he loved his family, friends and enjoying life. Surviving are his wife, Erma Curtis, Constantine; a sister , Diannia (Jim) Smith of Mesa, Ariz.; two brothers,  Dennis Curtis,  White City, Ore. and Doran Curtis of Quincy; a brother-in-law, Dale Paul of Quincy, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd Curtis and Margaret Jeannette Curtis Wilcox; a brother, Leland Curtis; and a sister, Karen Paul. Relatives and friends will be received 3-6 p.m. Wednesday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine, where religious services will be held at 6 p.m.  Wednesday. Graveside services will be held at noon Thursday at the Lester Cemetery in Quincy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

David Roger Jones

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 12:25 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

David Roger Jones, age 90, of Montgomery and Van Wert County, Ohio, died on Monday, May 25, 2009 at the Van Wert County Hospital. He was born on April 17, 1919 in Van Wert County, Ohio, to Elzora (Goliff) and Idris Idrill Jones. Visitation and funeral services are planned at the Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home and Crematory in Van Wert, Ohio. Condolences may be sent to agfhc@embarqmail.com.


 


 

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Donna Bystry

Saturday, May 23, 2009 1:56 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Donna Bystry, age 85 of Monroe, Wis., and formerly of Bronson, died Friday in Monroe. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Kolcz Funeral Home as soon as information is available.   


 


 

Donna G. Bystry

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 3:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donna Grace Bystry 85, of Monroe, Wis., and formerly of Bronson, Mich., died May 22   at the Angelus Retirement Community in Monroe.  She had been in failing health.                                       Donna was born on Aug. 27, 1923, a daughter of Robert L. and Myrna (Rogers) Kellett in Orland, Ind. She was raised in Orland and  graduated from Orland High School in 1941.  She married Edward Bystry on Dec. 26, 1943, at St. Mary’s Catholic Rectory in Bronson.  They were lifelong residents of Bronson. Prior to her retirement, she worked for the Bronson Public School System at Anderson School for over 20 years.   She was a member of the Branch County Historical Society and was active in their fund raising efforts.  She enjoyed the Bronson Public Library, sewing, crafts, crossword  puzzles, dominos with close friends, and visiting her children and grandchildren. Surviving are her husband of 65 years, Edward; her children, son Michael (Cheryl) Bystry of Monroe,  daughter Linda Whitehouse of Evanston, Ill., son Joseph Bystry of Flowermound, Texas, daughter Kay (Mike) Walsh of Crystal Lake, Ill., son Robert (Jenifer) Bystry of Glen Ellyn, Ill., son Larry Bystry of Fishers Ind.; 15 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Norma Barkowski; her sisters-in law, Velma Bystry and Martha Kellett; and many nieces and nephews.  She was proceeded in death by her parents; her sister Alice, in infancy, her sister Mary Jane Boes, her brother Robert W. Kellett, her sister Ann Sellers and brother-in law Donald Sellers, brothers-in-law Albert Bystry and Frank Barkowski, and brother and sister-in-law Vern and Eleanor Galloway.  Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson, with Rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m. A Mass of  Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary’s Assumption Catholic Church, with  Father Richard Fritz officiating.  Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Bronson. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to Branch County Historical Society, the Bronson Public Library and Hospice of Monroe, Wis.  


 


 

Duane A. Aleo, 72

Duane A. Aleo, 72, of East Jordan, died Friday, May 15, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. 


 


 

Edith Marguerite Harrison

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Edsel F. Burnor

Sunday, May 24, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Edsel F. Burnor, age 90, of Britton, passed away May 22, 2009. Edsel was born Nov. 29, 1918, in Deerfield, Mich., the son of Floyd and Edna (Opel) Burnor. On Aug. 16, 1947, he married Margaret Osburn and she survives. He was a graduate of Deerfield High School. Edsel was a veteran of World War II, serving as a military police in the Pacific. He retired from Tecumseh Products after many years of service. While working at the Products, he also engaged in farming. After retiring, he spent winters in Florida and enjoyed gardening, farming and fishing.  Besides his wife,  Margaret, he is survived by his sons, Richard Burnor and Larry (Amy) Burnor;  grandchildren, Jeffrey (Erika) Burnor and Sarah Burnor and great-granddaughter, Isobelle Burnor. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Johnny; sister, Ruth Langschied and brother, Max.  Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at the  J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will follow in Deerfield Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Condolences to the family may be made on line at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Edwin N. Davies

Sunday, May 24, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Edwin N. Davies, age 78, of Mio, formerly of Plymouth and Livonia, passed away, May 22, 2009. Visitation will be on Sunday, May 24, 2009, from 3 to 6 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. Cremation will follow. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Elwood Lee Neeley

Saturday, May 23, 2009 1:55 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Elwood Lee Neeley, 74, of Shipshewana, Ind., died Friday, May 22, 2009, at his home. A graveside service will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Middlebury, Ind. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at  Eden Worship Center in Topeka, Ind.  Memorials may be give to Eden Worship Center.  


 


 

Erica Dawn Wilks

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Ernest D. "Dewey" Gamber

Saturday, May 16, 2009 5:55 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Ernest D. “Dewey” Gamber, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born March 21, 1927, in Huntington, Indiana, the son of Clyde and Florence (Lambright) Gamber. He is survived by two brothers, Richard D. Gamber of Fowlerville and Charles E. (Julia) Thorp of Coldwater; two sisters, Mary M. (Jim) Dietz of Hillsdale and Alberta M. Lapham of Punta Gorda, Fla. and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Erma Bilby. Dewey retired from Addison Products in 1988 after over 25 years of service and he enjoyed eating lunch every day at the Senior Center in Hillsdale and visiting with his friends. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Ernest D. “Dewey” Gamber will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19 with Pastor Steve Smith officiating. Interment will take place in the Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale County Senior Services Center.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home — Hillsdale 517-437-0605


 


 

Ernest 'Dewey' Gamber

Monday, May 18, 2009 1:04 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ernest D. “Dewey” Gamber, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born March 21, 1927, in Huntington, Indiana, the son of Clyde and Florence (Lambright) Gamber. He is survived by two brothers, Richard D. Gamber of Fowlerville and Charles E. (Julia) Thorp of Coldwater; two sisters, Mary M. (Jim) Dietz of Hillsdale and Alberta M. Lapham of Punta Gorda, Fla. and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Erma Bilby. Dewey retired from Addison Products in 1988 after over 25 years of service and he enjoyed eating lunch every day at the Senior Center in Hillsdale and visiting with his friends. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Ernest D. “Dewey” Gamber will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19 with Pastor Steve Smith officiating. Interment will take place in the Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale County Senior Services Center.


 


 

Ethel Rita Collyer

Sunday, May 24, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ethel Rita Collyer, age 90, of Adrian died Friday, May 22, 2009 at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility. She was born Oct. 27, 1918, in Petersburg to Theodore and Mary Ann (Miller) Miller. She was married to Clifford Collyer on Feb. 26, 1936, in Adrian. He preceded her in death in 1991 after 53 years of marriage. Ethel had been employed by Bixby Medical Center as a nursing assistant, retiring in 1989. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Ethel was known as Grandma by many new moms and babies. She was special enough to be with her daughters when they delivered six of her grandsons and bathed and cradled them first. She was known for her beautiful yard and flower garden. Ethel loved to sew, collect recipes, crocheting, and to cook many birthdays and Sunday dinners and anything that pertained to her family. Ethel is survived by a son, Larry (Kay) Collyer, of Benton Harbor; four daughters, Karin (Jim) Osika of Twentynine Palms, Calif., E. Ann Zemnickas of Farmington Hills, Mary Willnow (the late Melvin) of Palmyra and Jackie (Virgil) Osgood of Adrian; a sister, Margaret (Leon) Brugger of Adrian; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two daughters, three granddaughters, one great-grandson and nine brothers and sisters. The funeral liturgy will be offered Thursday, May 28, 2009, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Bob Schramm presiding. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian where a vigil prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until time of service at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.                                                         You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Eugene Leroy Bailey Metamora Eugene Leroy Bailey, 81, a lifetime Metamora area resident, passed away March 9, 2009. He was born May 29, 1927, in Pontiac, to George and Blanche (VanHorn) Bailey. He married Clara Ellen Hill on July 14, 1951 in Dryden. Eugene served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Military Police. Mr. Bailey worked at General Motors Truck & Bus for 30 years, retiring in 1981. Eugene enjoyed bocci ball, fishing, camping, hunting and woodworking. He is survived by his wife, Clara Bailey of Metamora; daughters, Diane (Walte) Knapp of Lapeer, Deborah (Timothy) Endicott of Lapeer, Denise (Robert) Lund Jr. of Houghton Lake; grandchildren, Todd, Daniel, Kevin, David, Levi, Elijah, Alicia, Ashlee, Autumn, Angie and Joshua; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Laura Barnett of White Lake. Eugene is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dennis Bailey; great-grandson, Nolan "C.J." Walker; sister, I

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Eva Elizabeth Allen Lapeer Eva Elizabeth Allen, 81, of Lapeer for 37 years (formerly of Pontiac) passed away Tuesday (May 19, 2009). She was born February 28, 1928, in Pontiac, to Percy and Elizabeth (Burby) Irwin. She married Lyle John Allen on July 19, 1944 in Pontiac. Eva worked for over 17 years at Metamora Products. She loved sewing, knitting, playing cards, going to the casino, Tiger baseball, Red Sox baseball and, most of all, her family. She is survived by her husband, Lyle Allen of Lapeer; children, Linda Ferguson of Lapeer, Vickie Griffith of Attica, Cathy (Ken) Gagnon of Lapeer, Janet Stroup of Lapeer, Brenda (Matt) Pickett of Lapeer, Jodie Allen of Lapeer, John (Debbie) Allen of North Branch; grandchildren, Pam, Frank, Carina, Stevie, Teresa, Randy, Mike, Rusty, Anthony, Nick, Tim, Shannon, Rob and Ashlee; great-grandchildren, Austin, Lashia, Jada, Brian, Joshua, Lyle and Amber; sisters, Delores Yanna of Clarkston, Ella Irwin of Clarkston. She was precede

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Evalyn Rose Angle Metamora Evalyn Rose Angle, 75, a lifetime Metamora area resident, passed away Sunday (May 17, 2009). She was born January 13, 1934, in Oxford, to James Milton and Mildred Elizabeth (Mitchell) VanWagoner. She married Frederick Michael Angle on April 10, 1952 in Lapeer. Mrs. Angle was a nurse for many years for Dr. Lapor and at Fergusons. She was a member of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed golfing and motorcycling. Evalyn was considered to be very artistic and creative, shown by her sewing, painting and gardening. Ultimately, she loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her children, Marqquitta "Mickie" (John) Anga of Lapeer, Lisa Reynolds of Naples, Kathleen (Chris) Dunn of Lewiston, Colleen Angle of Brighton, F. Michael (Joanne) Angle of Luxemburg, Wis.; 13 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brothers, Jim (Ruby) VanWagoner of Lum, Steve (Nancy) VanWagoner of Davison; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband,

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Fee, Lanny Kay

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Forrest Hurley

Friday, May 22, 2009 8:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Forrest Hurley, former resident of the local area, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2009, in Greenville, Texas. He was born Dec. 4, 1925, in Siloam, Ky., the son of George W. and Carrie M. (Ball) Hurley. Mr. Hurley is survived by his wife of 31 years, Sandra Hurley; six daughters, Reva Dahl and husband Doug of Benton, Ky., Vicky Linn of Osseo, Connie McCormik of St. Petersburg, Fla., Tonya Faust of Hillsdale, Dawn Allen of Allen, Texas, Yvonne Zeilan and husband John of Wylie, Texas; son, Randy Hurley and wife Beth of Hillsdale; 22 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father, mother and brother, Doug Hurley. Visitation was held Wednesday, May 20 in Quinlan Funeral Home chapel, Quinlan, Texas. Funeral services were held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 21 at First United Methodist Church in Quinlan with Pastor Wally Williams officiating. Interment will be at National Cemetery.


 


 

Frank J. Pieper, Jr. 

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


 


 

Frederick E. Detgen Frederick E. Detgen, 37, Harbor Beach, passed away Friday, May 8, 2009 at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. He was born on January 5, 1972 in Harbor Beach to Donna (Wottkop) Detgen and the late Henry Detgen Jr. Fred received a varsity letter in high school football and enjoyed all sports. He is survived by his mother Donna Detgen, Harbor Beach and a brother, Henry R. Detgen, Nashville, Tenn. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Saturday, May 23 at 11 a.m. at the Ramsey Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service. Rev. David McCloskey, Zion Lutheran Church, will officiate. Donations may be given to the American Diabetes Association.

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Georgia Ann Scherer

• Georgia Ann Scherer, 66, of Ludington, died May 26. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Gerald A. Binkle 1936-2009 Gerald A. Binkle, 72, Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2009 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Port Huron. He was born on September 2, 1936 in Harbor Beach to the late Albert and Martha (Abraham) Binkle. Gerry was a graduate of Harbor Beach High School, where he lettered in football as quarterback, basketball and baseball. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve. Gerry played for the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team and in the Canadian Baseball League with the Listowel Ontario Baseball team. He also played in the Huron County Baseball League, the Harbor Beach American Legion Team and the Harbor Beach Carlings Team. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is survived by his siblings, Eugene Binkle, Harbor Beach, Ralph (Dorothy) Binkle, Port Hope, Dorothy Skinner, Traverse City and Esther Binkle, Traverse City; and several nieces and nephews. Gerry was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Sandman and Lois Bond; and four brothers, John, Bob, Bud and Jack Binkle. Cremation has taken place and interment will take place in Rock Falls Cemetery, Harbor Beach. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Inc., Harbor Beach.

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Harold R. Missimer

Saturday, May 16, 2009 5:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold R. Missimer, 97, of Muskegon, died Thursday, May 14, 2009. He was born in Woodbine, Kansas on April 21, 1912, to David and Myrtle (Sidler) Missimer. He married the former Mary Gladys Graham April 21, 1935 and following her passing married Pearl Grindley. Mr. Missimer, a lifelong farmer, as well as a skilled toolmaker, concluded his working life with the Michigan State Highway Department for 10 years. He was a member of Central United Methodist Church and a lifetime active member of the Tucson Model A Ford Club. He traveled all over the U.S. He was well liked and entertained often at Sanctuary at the Oaks, singing, whistling and telling stories. He will be greatly missed. Survivors include son, Roger (Jane) Missimer of Muskegon; daughter, Lucile Missimer of Haslett; grandchildren, David (Linda) Missimer of Illinois, Catherine (William) Marlin of Colorado, John (Keri) Missimer of Illinois; great-grandchildren, Cody Missimer, Wilson Marlin, Jane Marlin, Abigail Missimer, John David Marlin, Andrew Missimer; sister, Evelyn Jost of Nevada and special friend, Eva Green. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Gladys, in 1983 and second wife, Pearl, in 2002. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 18 at Central United Methodist Church-Muskegon with the Rev. Randall Hanson officiating. Friends may meet with the family at a reception following the service. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Maplewood Cemetery, Reading. Arrangements are by Clock Life Story Funeral Home – Muskegon. Memorials are suggested to Central United Methodist Church Missionary Fund or Hackley VNS Hospice. Please visit www.clockfuneralhome.com to leave a memory or sign the online guest book.  


 


 

Harriet J. Terrill

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 12:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harriet J. Terrill, age 86, of Hudson, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Harriet was born on Aug, 23, 1922 in Jackson, the daughter of John and Ella (Rinehart) Shoemaker. She married Frank J. Terrill on April 4, 1959 in Vandercook Lake, and he survives. Harriet was a loving mother and grandmother, and will be dearly missed by her family. She enjoyed sewing, crafting and taking care of her family. In addition to her husband, Frank, she is survived by her children Bob (Joni) Jeffrey of Bronson, Jim (Judy) Jeffrey of Quincy, Tom (Cleo) Jeffrey of Jonesville, Dan (Roni) Jeffrey of North Carolina, Karen (Dan) Fike of Hudson, Roger (Darlene) Terrill of Manitou Beach, Brenda (Rickie) Gibson of Kentucky, Dennis (Cathy) Terrill of Ohio and Larry Whipple, also of Hudson; 23 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and one brother Jerry (Edith) Shoemaker of Hanover. She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, one daughter, three sisters, one brother and two stepbrothers. Funeral services for Harriet were held at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2009 at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson, where the Rev. Clyde L. Wonders officiated. Visitation took place prior to the funeral service. Cremation has taken place. Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association or the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. This obituary can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.  


 


 

Harvey Adolphson

• Harvey Adolphson, 94, of Eastlake, died Saturday, May 23. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Hazel L. 'Tiny' Brown

Friday, May 22, 2009 8:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hazel L. “Tiny” Brown, 91, of Montpelier, Ohio, died Wednesday, May 20, 2009, at Community Hospital and Wellness Center, Bryan, Ohio. She was born Sept. 17, 1917, near Kunkle, Ohio. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Monday in Wilson-Geesey Funeral Home, Montpelier. Graveside funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday in Riverside Cemetery, Montpelier, with the Rev. David Tilly officiating.


 


 

Helen F. Sontag 

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


 


 

Helen M. Brown, 88

Helen M. Brown, 88, of Petoskey, passed away Monday, May 25, 2009, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. 


 


 

Helen Walvoord, 97

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Helen Pelon Walvoord, 97, died May 23, 2009 in Holland MI.  A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at First Reformed Church of South Holland IL, where Mrs. Walvoord was a member for many years. The memorial service will be preceded by a private burial at Oak Ridge Cemetery, Lansing IL Funeral arrangements entrusted to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home - South Holland, IL. Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Jack E. Lennard

Sunday, May 24, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jack E. Lennard, age 70, of Adrian, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center.  Jack was born Aug. 11, 1938, in Adrian, the son of George and Frances (Maybee) Lennard.  He graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1956. He then attended Adrian College. On Oct. 28, 1989, Jack married Donna Vogel in Adrian. Donna, his wife of over 19 years, survives.  Jack and Donna enjoyed many years of traveling together to historical sites and antiquing throughout the United States. Jack was the owner/operator of his family’s business, Adrian Laundry Company, for 22 years.  He worked with the Lenawee County Sheriff’s Department in their mounted division. In 1992, Jack retired from the Madison Township Fire Department where he had served as a volunteer firefighter for 31 years.  In his retirement, Jack drove truck for L & M Trucking and made deliveries for Performance Automotive, NAPA, and Hubbard Auto Center. He worked at the Lenawee Country Club as a groundskeeper. He also worked at Lynwood Manor as a driver where he was dearly loved by the patients and staff. In addition to his wife, Jack is survived by two sons, Raymond (Kara) Lennard and Mark Lennard; a granddaughter, Nicole Lennard, and close friends, Annie Ringkvist and her son, Daniel, all of Adrian; a brother, Thomas Lennard of Coldwater; his mother-in-law, Marguerite Vogel of Adrian; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The funeral service for Jack will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with Madison Fire Department Chaplain Chris Cadwallader officiating. Burial will follow at Madison Center Cemetery. Friends may visit Jack’s family at the funeral home on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Jack may be made to the Madison Township Fire Department or the Lenawee County Historical Society. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

James David Cox

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Jeanne E Watkins

Jeanne E Watkins, age 87, of Grand Rapids, passed away May 22, 2009 in Grand Rapids., 


 


 

Jeremy Green, 26

Sunday, May 24, 2009 5:26 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jeremy J. Green, age 26, of Holland passed away on Friday, May 22, 2009. A funeral service will be 11:00AM Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at North Point Assembly of God 4200 152nd Avenue in Holland.  Reverend Joe Coffman will be officiating.  Visitation will be from 5-8PM Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  Memorial contributions may be given to North Point Assembly of God Youth Ministry.    Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Jeremy J. Green, 26

Monday, May 25, 2009 10:41 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jeremy J. Green, 26, of Holland, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2009. A funeral service is 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at North Point Assembly of God, 4200 152nd Ave. in Holland.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  www.lakeshorememorial.com


 


 

Jerry Left, 74

Jerry Left, 74, of Charlevoix, and winter resident of Fort Myers, Fla., died suddenly March 26, 2009, at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers. 


 


 

Jim Trudgeon

Saturday, May 23, 2009 2:49 AM 

RICHFIELD, Minn. -- Jim Trudgeon, 74, of Richfield, passed away May 18, 2009. 


 


 

Joanne D. Wallace

Saturday, May 16, 2009 5:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joanne D. Wallace, 79, of Englewood, Fla., passed away Thursday, April 30, 2009. She was born on April 13, 1930 in Rockford, Ohio. She spent her early years in Osseo, Mich. before moving to Fort Myers, Fla. in 1969 and then to Englewood, Fla. in 1973. Joanne was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W., Eagles, and the Moose. Joanne is survived by daughter Kathi ( George) VanTilburg of Englewood; son, Marty Draper, Snowmass Village, Colo.; grandsons, Chris (Patrice) Davis, of Englewood, Aaron (Amanda) VanTilburg, of Fort McCoy, Wis.; granddaughter, India Draper, of Traverse City, Mich.; great-grandchildren, Austin and Katelin Davis of Englewood, brother, Nick (Debbie) Demongeot and nephew Nicholas Demongeot, all of Osseo; sister, Marlene Dull-McGuire and family of Lawrenceville, Ga.; and cousin, Carolyn (Arden) Baker and family of Somerset Center. Joanne: Mother, Grandmother, and Sister, thank you for showing us how to love, how to be strong, and how to give. The fond memories we have shared are forever molded into the hearts and minds of your loving family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to TideWell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238. Services to be held at a later date.  


 


 

John A. Azevedo, M.D.

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 12:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John A. Azevedo, M.D. of Kalamazoo passed away Friday, May 22, 2009 as a result of an automobile accident. John was born on Aug. 5, 1954 in Ft. Wayne, Ind., to Gastao and Dorothy (Johnson) Azevedo. He loved, above all things, his family, especially his daughters, Lauren and Lindsay, and his two dogs, Eboni and Onyx. He was an avid snow and water skier and an extreme sports enthusiast. John was known to drive race cars, bungee jump and whitewater raft. He was an outstanding cardiologist and never tired of touching his patient's lives. He will be lovingly remembered and missed by everyone who knew him. Surviving John are his children Lauren and Lindsay Azevedo, both of Hastings; mother Dorothy; sister Susan (Richard) Longsworth; fiancé Suzanne Haney; stepsisters Anita Rodenbeck and Mary Kay Anderson; stepbrother Don Anderson; mother of his children Martha Hollister; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his father Gastao; infant brother Ronald Jonas Azevedo; and stepsister Linda Boester. A visitation will be Thursday, May 28, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St., Kalamazoo, where services will also take place on Friday at 11 a.m. Memorials in John's name may be directed to Calhoun County Humane Society. Please see www.langelands.com or call (269) 343-1508 for an online obituary, directions, register book and condolences.


 


 

John A. Kuchar

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John E. and Gloria Kuula

Thursday, May 21, 2009 2:48 AM 

LACEY, Wash. -- A combined memorial service for John Edward Kuula, 86, who died Feb. 19, 2009, and his wife, Gloria C. Kuula, 84, who died April 6, 2008, and will be held May 30 at 11:30 a.m. at the Riverside Cemetery in Ironwood, Mich., weather permitting. The Rev. Francis Strong will officiate.


 


 

John W. Rea

John W. Rea, 83, of Midland passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at his home after an illness. 


 


 

Joseph H. Hammond, 77

Joseph H. Hammond, 77, retired Chief of Police of East Jordan, died Friday, May 22, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan.


 


 

Joseph J. Simons, 84

Joseph J. Simons, 84, of Charlevoix, died May 25, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. 


 


 

Josephine Arlene Cole, 70

Josephine Arlene Cole, 70, of Boyne City, died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at Mackinaw Straits Long Term Care surrounded by her loving family.


 


 

Joyce Ann Huffman

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June Marie Buchanan

Friday, May 22, 2009 4:24 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

June Marie Buchanan, age 83, of Centreville, died Friday, May 1, 2009, at Odyssey House Hospice in Palm Desert, Calif.  She was born in Allegan, Mich. on June 26, 1925, the daughter of George and Lali (Wait) Yeager.  She was married to Wendell Buchanan on Nov. 29, 1952, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Three Rivers.  Following their marriage, they resided in Three Rivers, Mendon, and Centreville. June was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, bike riding, and working outdoors in her garden.  June is survived by three children, David Buchanan and wife, Shelley, of Three Rivers, Andrew Buchanan of Rancho Mirage, Calif., and Mary Hamminga and husband, Michael, of Defiance, Ohio; four grandchildren, Ryon Buchanan, Tom, Dan, and Sarah Hamminga;  one brother, George Yeager and wife, Roxy, of Oshtemo; a sister-in-law, Ima Jo Buchanan of Jackson; and nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wendell in 2003; and two brothers, Paul and Clarence Yeager. Cremation was conducted in California.  A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon followed by interment in Riverside Cemetery in Three Rivers.  Memorials will be directed to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.  Online register is available and condolences may be expressed at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com  


 


 

Junie Ellis-Fuller

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 2:59 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Junie Ellis-Fuller, 73, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at the home of her son, Robert Ellis. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange. Memorials may be given to Ontario Church.  


 


 

Kerry Robert Wilson, 47

Kerry Robert Wilson, 47, of Boyne City was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 23, 2009.


 


 

Lanny Kay Fee

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 12:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lanny Kay Fee, age 60, of Coldwater, died on Sunday, May 24, 2009 at his residence. He was born on Sept.  5, 1948 in Coldwater, to Hiram P. and Marian (Isenhower) Fee, Jr. His mother survives. He married Faye (Stetler) on March 17, 1972 at Stokes Chapel United Methodist Church in Montgomery, and she also survives. He retired in 2008 from Coldwater Public Utilities, after 37 years of employment.  He was a 1968 graduate of Coldwater High School, and a United States Army Vietnam War veteran. He was a member of the Coldwater American Legion Post. He attended Stokes Chapel United Methodist Church. He enjoyed his grandchildren and following their ballgames. He enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, gardening, traveling, being with his friends and family, telling jokes and having fun.   In addition to his wife, Faye Fee of Coldwater, and his mother, Marian Fee, also of Coldwater, he is survived by four daughters Martha Fee of Brownwood, Texas, Dawn and Steve Myers of Quincy, and Rachelle and Nathan Roby and Brooke Fee, all of Coldwater; one sister Carol and Robert Hagaman of Coldwater; three brothers Gary and Tanis Fee of Seattle, Wash., and Ronald and Barbara Fee and Roger and Leslee Fee, all of Coldwater; grandchildren Kyle, Logan, Bailey, Austin, Tyson and Kayden; and several nieces and nephews. His father, Hiram P. Fee, Jr., preceded him in death on Feb. 1, 2002. Visitation will take place from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at the Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Ind. An 11 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2009 funeral service is set to take place at the Beams Funeral Home, where Pastor Ed Mohr will officiate. Burial will take place in the Lakeside Cemetery in Fremont, Ind., with military committal services. Memorials may be directed to the family. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com. Arrangements were handled by the Beams Funeral Home of Fremont, Ind., (260) 495-2915.


 


 

Leland Endelmann Jr

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Leona Filion 1916-2009 Leona Filion, 92, Filion, passed away Monday, May 11, 2009 at Scheurer Hospital, Pigeon. She was born on June 4, 1916 in Flint, daughter of the late Thomas and Ethel (Lackie) Thick. She married James H. Filion on September 6, 1941 in the Pinnebog First United Methodist Church. He preceded her in death on June 29, 2004. Leona worked for many years at the Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Co., was a member of the Pinnebog First United Methodist Church and the Pinnebog Ladies's Club. She is survived by two sons, Donald (Nancy) Filion, Filion and David (Mary) Filion, Freeland; four grandchildren, Tracie (Abe) Beatty, Oxford, Suzanne Filion Foster (Jose Esquibel), Pasadena, Calif., David J. Filion, Freeland and Jennifer Filion-Moldenhauer (Luke), Okemos; and two great-grandsons, Zachary and Brendan Beatty, Oxford. She was preceded in death by one son, Tommy Filion and one daughter, Sandra Filion-Foster. Funeral service was held on Friday, May 15 at the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe with burial in the Colfax Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. Memorials may be offered to the Pinnebog First United Methodist Church, Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care or the Sandra Filion-Foster Scholarship Fund (Laker High School).

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Leroy W. 'Bud'Tout

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 3:04 AM - Brandon Watson watson@sturgisjournal.com 

Leroy Wayne “Bud” Tout, age 78 of Three Rivers, Mich., died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, where he had been a patient for six days. He was born in Centerville, Ind., on Jan. 26, 1931, the son of Olin and Lola (Baker) Tout. Following graduation from Centerville High School he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 through 1954. Bud took business and accounting courses at Western Michigan University over the next four years. He was employed at Continental Can Company in Three Rivers for 25 years, and upon the plant closing worked for Crest in Shelbyville, Ill., for 5 years, then returned to the Fonda Group plant in Three Rivers. Following his first retirement, he worked for Lynch Oil Company, the Three Rivers Post Office and the White Pigeon Post Office over the next 14 years. Bud was a member of the Three Rivers Elks. He enjoyed golf and was a former member of the Sauganash Country Club. He bowled in leagues while living in Illinois. He enjoyed all sports, camping, fishing, and banjo music. He especially enjoyed travels with his wife, and had visited every state except Hawaii. Leroy was married to Dorothy “Dottie” Farley on Dec, 31, 1959, in Three Rivers. She survives, along with three children, Bobby Price, Lori Holder (Tim) and Michael Tout, all of Three Rivers; a granddaughter, Jacqueline Strait of Sturgis; a sister-in-law, Joan Halsey of Bellevue; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Barbara Slater; and a brother, Thomas Halsey. The family will receive friends from 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the Eickhoff, Farrand, Halverson Chapel of Three Rivers. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday at the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 523 Maple St., Three Rivers, with Pastor Kyle Foster officiating. Military interment will be in Riverside Cemetery by Hice-Shutes American Legion Post #170. Memorials may be directed to either the Olympic Bible Project, or the Mount Pleasant Mission Project, both in care of the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, or the St. Joseph County Chapter of the Michigan Right to Life. Online register is available and condolences may be left at www.efhchapel.com.  


 


 

Lillian R. Thorne

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Lois E. Kendall

Lois E. Kendall, 79, of Durand, passed away on Monday, May 25 at Memorial Healthcare Center in Owosso. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at the First Congregational Church of Du...


 


 

Lola M. Bell

Friday, May 22, 2009 8:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lola Marjorie (Kelley) Bell, 88, of Stanfield, Washington and formerly of Hillsdale, went to be with her Lord on April 22, 2009. A graveside memorial service for Lola Bell will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.  


 


 

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.


 


 

Lucinda S Wyse Attica/Lapeer Lucinda S Wyse, 80, of Attica/Lapeer, passed away Wednesday (May 20, 2009) She was born June 4, 1928, in Breslau, Ontario, Canada, to Roy and Magdelena (Weber) Snyder. She married Robert A. Wyse on April 21, 1951 in Midland. Mrs. Wyse worked at Vesley's and Trayco for 12 years each. She enjoyed sewing, reading and quilting. In Lucinda's retirement, she was a caregiver for many senior citizens. She was proud to have received her U.S. Citizenship in the last 5 years. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She is survived by her children, Carol Y. Wyse of Swartz Creek, Joyce E. (Fred) Spohr of Arlington Heights, Ill., Bruce (Helen) Wyse of Attica; granddaughter, Andrea J. Spohr. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Wyse; her parents; siblings, Adeline Schiedel and Lorne Snyder. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Brian's House, Davison. Funeral services were held Saturday (May 23, 2009) at Muir Brothers

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Marcella E. Unitis

Marcella E. Unitis, age 91, formerly of Detroit and Redford, now of Gladwin died Sunday, May 10, 2009 in Flint. 


 


 

Marcelle Kreitinger, 91

Sunday, May 24, 2009 5:22 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marcelle Kreitinger, 91, of Holland, died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements will be announced later by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Holland.   


 


 

Marian (Parmenter) Tieber, 79

Marian (Parmenter) Tieber, of East Jordan, died Sunday, May, 24, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. She was 79. 


 


 

Marion E. Beam, 90

Monday, May 25, 2009 10:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marion E. Beam, 90, of Holland, died Monday, May 25, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. At her request, cremation will take place. A private graveside service will be held later in Lakewood Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Marjorie C. Sharpe, 95

Monday, May 25, 2009 10:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marjorie C. Sharpe, 95, of Holland, died Monday, May 25, 2009.  Arrangements will be announced by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel.  www.notierverleelangeland.com


 


 

Marlin Keith Potter

Saturday, May 16, 2009 5:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marlin Keith Potter, 85, longtime Hillsdale resident died Monday, May 11, 2009, while traveling home from Florida. He was born in Reading Feb. 25, 1924, to Ora and Katie (Richardson) Potter. He graduated from Reading High School in 1942. During World War II he served in the Army Air Corps and was stationed in the Pacific. He was assigned duties as Flight Engineer and Top Turret Gunner and flew forty missions over Iwo Jima and neighboring islands aboard the B-24 "Star Eyes." After the war he returned to Michigan and attended Michigan State University where he received a Bachelor's degree in education before returning to the Hillsdale area to teach biology and coach football, basketball and baseball. In 1952 he began work at Hillsdale Tool and Manufacturing Company as shipping clerk. Over the years he served in various executive capacities until reaching the presidency in 1983. He retired in 1989 to enjoy golf, fishing and travel. Group affiliations have included the First Presbyterian Church, Hillsdale City Council, vice president of the American Cancer Society, vice president of the United Way, president of the Lions Club, board member at Key Opportunities, Masonic Lodge, American Legion, the Michigan State University Alumni Association, Hillsdale Golf and Country Club and the President's Club at Hillsdale College. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Kenneth, Carlyle and Robert and twin daughters, Catherine and Christine. He is survived by his wife, Jane (Scott) Potter; a daughter, Rebecca (Eli) Michaels of Chicago; a son, Jack (Elizabeth) Potter of Grand Haven and three grandchildren, John, Tom and Amy Potter. Funeral services for Marlin Potter will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 19 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hillsdale with Pastor Patti Beckman officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Monday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Mary Lou (Pelton) Echelbarger

Mary Lou (Pelton) Echelbarger, age 61, of Clare, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 7, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center"Midland.


 


 

Mary Lou Peck

Sunday, May 24, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mary Lou Peck, age 81, of Tecumseh, passed away May 21, 2009. Mary Lou was born Feb. 10, 1928,  in Steubenville, Ohio, the daughter of  George and Mabel (McGrew) Reinacher. On Nov. 21, 1948, she married Warren Peck in Nitro, W. Virginia. He preceded her in death  May 11, 1995.   Mary Lou is survived by two daughters, Bona Lynn (Rick) Laso of Tecumseh, Chyrl Ann (Trey) Duggan of Amarillo, Texas, five grandchildren and two stepgrandchildren, four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty (Paul) Bleau of W. Virginia and Gertrude Prager of Georgia and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, Warren, she was preceded in death by her parents.  At her request, Mary Lou was donated to the University of Michigan Medical School and there will be no services. Memorials in memory of Mary Lou may be made to the Music Department of the Tecumseh First United Methodist Church or Hospice of Lenawee. Arrangements are by the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Mary Louise Mottle

• Mary Louise Mottle, 75, of Ludington, died Friday May 22. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Ludington is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Mary Sarna 

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


 


 

Melvin P. Stauffer

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 3:01 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Melvin P. Stauffer, age 74, of Mendon, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 23, 2009, at the Three Rivers Health emergency room. Melvin was born Jan. 14, 1935, in Lancaster, Pa., a son of the late Peter and Amanda (Stoltzfus) Stauffer. On Sept. 26, 1959, Melvin married Clara Yoder in Leonidas. He had worked in the RV manufacturing business, retiring from Van Guard Industries of Colon in 1997. Mel enjoyed being with family and friends, and especially delighted in his grandchildren.  He loved walking in the woods and seeing the beauty of God’s creation. Melvin was a member of the New Covenant Christian Fellowship in Burr Oak. He is survived by his wife, Clara, of Mendon; a son, Ernie (Pam) Stauffer of Colon; a daughter, Carol (Joseph) Kotva of Elkhart, Ind.; four grandchildren, Aaron and Lindsay Stauffer and Joseph and Matthew Kotva; a brother, Christian (Leah) Stauffer of Sturgis; six sisters, Mary (Addona) Nissley of Harrisburg, Va., Verna Swartzentruber of Goshen, Ind., Anna Belle Stauffer of Goshen, Ruth (Lew) Stoll of Hillsdale, Elsie (Mike) Showalter of Three Rivers, and Marion (Doyle) Carpenter of Centreville; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Calvary Chapel, 66969 N. Centreville Road, Sturgis.  Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Calvary Chapel, with Pastor Clint Zehr officiating. A committal service and burial will follow at Locust Grove Cemetery in Findley.  If desired, the family suggests memorials be made in memory of Melvin to the New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church for MDS Mennonite Disaster Service.  Envelopes will be available at the church or at the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.


 


 

Michaelene Fenstemacher

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 9:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Michaelene Fenstemacher, 53, passed away, May 23, 2009.  Arrangements are pending with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

NINA L. WATSON SANDUSKY Nina L. Watson, age 98, of Sandusky, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility, Sandusky. She was born March 26, 1911 in Sandusky, Michigan, daughter of the late Albert and Caroline (Graves) Rich. She was married to Gurdon John Watson on April 2, 1929 in Port Huron, Michigan. He passed away on April 5, 1990. Nina attended the Heritage First United Methodist Church in Snover. She was also a member of the Sandusky V.F.W. Auxiliary # 2945. She is survived by three sisters; Ruby Pagen of Chelsea, Donna (Jack) Adair of Bay City and Lena Heemer of Fraser, three brothers; Edward Rich of Deckerville, Vernon (Kathleen) Rich of Sandusky, Duane (Marilyn) Rich of Sandusky, a special friend, Vera Riley of Port Sanilac, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by three sisters; Veva McQueen, Velma Nichol and Winifred Lepine, five brothers; Herbert, Floyd, Delbert, Alvy and Eugene Rich. Funeral Services were heldat the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky, with Pastor Kenneth Tousley of East Tawas officiating. Burial was in Moore Township Cemetery, Michigan. Memorials may be made to Eva s Place or Heritage First United Methodist Church, Snover. Arrangements made by Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky.

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Naomi Lucille Koteskey-Barber, 80

Naomi Lucille Koteskey-Barber, 80, of Bay Township near Boyne City, died May 23, 2009, at home, her family at her side.


 


 

Patricia Duffy, 52

Monday, May 25, 2009 10:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Patricia Duffy, 52, of Holland, died Saturday, May 23, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Cremation has taken place.      Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

ROBERT GUY SOULE AUSTIN TOWNSHIP Robert Guy Soule, age 71, of Austin Township, passed away Monday, May 11, 2009 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. He was born on August 14, 1937 in Tyre to the late Guy and Muriel (Haggert) Soule. He was united in marriage to Nila Howard on July 13, 1957 at the Ubly United Methodist Church. Robert was a 1955 graduate of Ubly High School. He worked in the Detroit area laying residential brick. He retired from Tower Automotive in 2001 after 44 years. He has farmed on the family farm all his life. He enjoyed his cattle, farming, hunting and fishing trips, gardening and playing euchre. Most of all, Robert truly loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Robert is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nila, two sons; Mark Soule, Douglas (Veronica) Soule, five daughters; Deborah (John) Perhne, Carol (Michael) Kubacki, Sharon Soule, Susan Soule, Tamara (Michael) VanValkenburgh, two sisters; Fanny Babisczewski-Nieschulz, Leona (Wallace) Warner, twelve grandchildren; Laura (Curt) Vogel, Tracy (Vincent) Kuntze, Jason (Jamy) Kubacki, James (Jessica) Kubacki, Matthew Soule, Kelly Smithers, Michael Soule, Ashley and Cory VanValkenburgh, Eric, Darren and Samantha Soule, nine great grandchildren; Katelyn and Curtis Vogel, Shelby Kuntze, Rachel Vogel, Vincent Kuntze, Johanna, Jesse and Kaleigh Kubacki, Cailin Spearman, many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter; Donna Soule, his parents; Guy and Muriel Soule, his father-in-law and mother-in-law; Mark and Nina Howard. The Funeral service was at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly with Rev. Ellen Burns, Pastor of the Ubly United Methodist Church officiating. Burial was in Valley Cemetery in Ubly. Memorials may be given to the Family Discretionary Fund or the Ubly PTO Playground Fund. Arrangements made by Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly.

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Richard E. Pullen, Sr. 1949-2009 Richard E. Pullen, Sr., 59, Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, May 11, 2009 at Harbor Beach Community Hospital. He was born on June 18, 1949 in Garden City, Mich., son of the late Salvador and Ruth (Blackwell) Randazzo. He was united in marriage to Sally E. Swazey on June 29, 1968 in Inkster, Mich. Richard enjoyed hunting and was a former member of the Eagles in Ferndale and the Jaycees in Taylor, Mich. He is survived by his wife Sally Pullen, Harbor Beach; two daughters, Elizabeth Ann Sarnowski, Harbor Beach and Dawn M. (Jimmy) Parker, Harbor Beach; one son, Richard Pullen, Jr., Inkster; five grandsons, Jamie Pullen, Travis Parker, Chad Parker, Tyler Pullen and Nicholas Pullen; one great-granddaughter, Lilith Pullen; two sisters, Shirley Smoghers, Myrtle Beach, SC and Bonnie Markey, Westland; and a brother, Ronnie Pullen, Inkster. Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 14 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach with Fr. Bill Spencer officiating. Burial took place in the Rock Falls Cemetery.

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Richard Rumminger

Richard Rumminger, 91, of Houghton Lake, passed away on Tuesday May 11, 2009 at Grayling Mercy Hospital. 


 


 

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Robert Lee Parish

Sunday, May 24, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jan. 29, 1936 — May 21, 2009 Robert (Bob) Parish passed away quietly in his sleep Thursday morning, May 21, 2009, at his home, of natural causes. He was born Jan. 29, 1936, in Meridian, Miss., to Cora and Enoch Parish.  He grew up in and attended Jacksonville, N.C., Public Schools. Bob moved to Michigan in the 1950s where he met his wife, Harriet Jo-Ann Carter. Bob was active in the Labor Union Movement in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. He began his janitorial business in the 1950s/1960s, then moved on to work construction in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and then onto GM where he remained until retirement in the 1990s.  Bob is best known for his work and leadership in the community with such projects as the East Side Project, East Side Basketball Camp and as one of the founders of The Daily Bread Soup Kitchen. He served as President of United Way Lenawee County for many years. He was a strong leader and president in the labor union movement. He fought hard for the rights of his fellow workers and wanted the best for his community. He is survived by the four children he raised with his wife; Debra (Parish) Spann of Chicago, Ill., Gregory Parish of Adrian, Scott Parish of Adrian, and Robin Parish of Adrian. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Dawn Spann-Pierre of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; Rosalynn (Nikky) Parish of Adrian; Lamar Parish of Adrian; Jennifer Parish of Cleveland, Ohio; Ashley (Parish) Mirelez of South Carolina; Joshua Donald of Adrian; Misha (Donald) Walker of Adrian; DeShawn Parish of Adrian; Ryleigh Parish of Adrian; Tyler Scott Parish of Jackson; Michael Anthony Powell of Austin, Texas; Scott Torres Parish of Onsted; Nyashia Torres of Onsted; Chris Torres of Onsted; Joshua Torres of Adrian. Robert Parish is also survived by 22 great-grandchildren: Denise Cayard- Spann, Daishon Spann-Shabazz, Dominique Spann- Shabazz, Destyni Spann-Shabazz and Qyrah Spann- Pierre, all of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; Jurell Parish, Laci Sager and Lexi Sager, all of Adrian; Dorian Bakewell, Simone Bakewell, Ethan Stewart, all of Cleveland, Ohio; Adriana Mirelez of South Carolina, Iverson Rojo of Arizona, Braden Donald; Marcel Parish, Tyra Parish, Nevaeh Parish, Jada Parish, Ashante Tindall, Javen Carr and Lyric Walker, all of Adrian. He is survived by five sisters, Dorothy (Dudley) Marsh of Greenville, N.C., Margaret Ann (Parish) Semmons of Jacksonville, N.C., Clara (Parish) Brown of Okinawa City, Japan, Cora Dell Parish of New York, Betty (Parish) Goings of Memphis, Tenn., and two brothers, James (Cooter) Parish and Bobby (Sonny) Parish of Jacksonville, N.C., along with a host of nieces/great-nieces and nephews/great-nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Harriet Jo-Ann Carter Parish; his mother, Cora Lee Collins Parish; his father, Enoch Parish; sister, Mildred (Parish) Chapman; two sons, Jeffrey Lee Parish and Troy Enoch Parish, and grandson Raji Rochad Parish. Robert Parish loved his family, friends and community very much. He was adored and admired by all of those who met him. There is nothing he would not do for his neighbor. The service celebrating the life of Robert will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at Ogden Church with the Rev. Michael Dudley officiating. Friends may visit the family at the Wagley Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, from 2 to 8 p.m. You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Robert may be made to Lenawee United Way or The Daily Bread. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

Robert M. "Bob" Arnott Jr. 1953-2009 Robert M. "Bob" Arnott Jr., 55, Bad Axe, passed away Friday, May 15, 2009 at his home, surrounded by his family, following an extended illness. He was born on May 22, 1953 in Lansing to Robert M. Arnott Sr. and Nancy Gainor. He married Betty Morley on March 4, 1972 in the Bad Axe First Presbyterian Church. Bob enjoyed showing his car at car shows, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren, who he loved so much. Surviving are his wife Betty Arnott, Bad Axe; one son, Robert M. Arnott III, Bad Axe; four daughters, Bobbi Arnott, Bad Axe, Vicki Arnott and special friend Jason Siemen, Bad Axe and Jessica Arnott and special friend Josh Sanchez, Bad Axe and Kimberly Arnott, Bad Axe; his parents, Robert M., Arnott Sr., Laingsburg and Nancy Gainor, Bad Axe; five brothers, Chuck Arnott, Bad Axe, Bryan (Gwen) Arnott, Tenn., Craig Gainor, Sterling Heights, Wayne (Debbie) Gainor, Bad Axe and Doug (Bonnie) Gainor, Bad Axe; three sisters, LuAnn (Ed) Blackstock, Bad Axe, Patsy (David) Stokan, Bad Axe and Tina (Dutch) Seley, Elkton; and five grandchildren, Matthew and Chelsy Siemen, Bad Axe, Jayden, Hailey and Mya Sanchez, Bad Axe; brothers and sister-in-laws; Mary (Duane) Jurges, Bad Axe, Joan Maurer, Ubly, Ruth (Elmer) Leese, Port Hope, Nancy Stewart, Canada, Susan (Ron) Piotter, Ubly and Jean Smith, Bad Axe; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by one sister, Gerri Lyn Gainor; father and mother-in-law, Joe and Eva Morley; and one nephew Kenny Stewart. A celebration of Bob's life will be held on Saturday, May 23 at 1 p.m. at his home at 1031 Berne Rd., Bad Axe. Friends may call at the home on Saturday from 1 p.m. and continuing through the afternoon. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory, Bay City. Arrangements were made by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe.

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STANLEY W. PACHLA, JR. CLIFFORD Stanley W. Pachla, Jr., age 55, of Clifford, died Friday, May 15, 2009 at the Marlette United Hospice with his family at his side. Stanley was born December 17, 1953 in Marlette, the son of Stanley Sr. and Corine (Griffith) Pachla. Stanley graduated from Marlette High School. He is survived by his parents; Stanley Sr. and Corine Pachla, one sister; Barbara Pachla and husband Bill Martin of Colorado, one brother; Richard (Connie) Pachla of Cass City, four nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Marlette United Hospice. A funeral mass was held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church with Fr. Richard Treml officiating. Burial was in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Arrangements made by Blackburn Chapel - Martin Funeral Home.

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Samantha Forbes

• Samantha Forbes, 61, of Manistee, died Friday, May 22. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Sandra J. Nelson Lapeer Sandra J. Nelson, 71, a resident of Lapeer for 50 years, passed away Friday (May 22, 2009). She was born September 15, 1937, in Flint, to Arthur and Beatrice (Martin) King. She married Norman Nelson on November 2, 1957 in Flint. Sandra graduated from Flint Central High School, class of 1956. She was a member of the Elba United Methodist Church. Sandra was also a member of TOPS. She is survived by her husband, Norman Nelson of Lapeer; children, Dale (Nancy) Nelson of Lapeer, Dawn (Tim) Hubbard of Columbiaville, Gary (Debbie) Nelson of Lapeer; 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her infant son, Mark Allen; parents, Arthur and Beatrice King; brother, Gary King. Memorial contributions may be made to Elba United Methodist Church. Funeral services were held Tuesday (May 26, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Rev. Jay Montney officiated. Burial was in Green Corners Cemetery, Hadley. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home,

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Stephen J. Averitt

Saturday, May 23, 2009 2:52 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Stephen J. Averitt, 58, of 819 E. Margaret St., Ironwood, died unexpectedly Wednesday afternoon, May 20, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

Syme D. Tammelin

Thursday, May 21, 2009 2:46 AM 

BESSEMER, Mich. -- Syme D. Tammelin, 98, a longtime Bessemer resident, died Monday, May 18, 2009, in Wakefield. 


 


 

Timberly June Ranshaw Lapeer Timberly June Ranshaw, 20, a lifetime Lapeer resident, passed away Wednesday (May 20, 2009) from complications due to Lupus. She was born June 30, 1988, in Flint, to Ian and Kimberly (Phelps) Ranshaw. Timber graduated from Lapeer West, class of 2006. She attended Mott Community College, where she earned two Associates degrees. She was currently attending Western Michigan University. Timberly treasured her time with family and friends. She is survived by her parents, Ian and Kim Ranshaw of Lapeer; sister, Taylor Ranshaw of Lapeer; fiance, Justin Pfieffer of Lapeer; grandparents, Dale G. Ranshaw, Sr. of Hadley, Alma J. VanWagoner of Florida, MariEtta (Ron) Ballor of North Branch, Dave (Trudy) Phelps of Florida. Timber is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; her puggle, Dexter and her parrotlet, Weezy. She was preceded in death by her great-grandmother, Henrietta Ogle; cousin, Andy Fluery. Memorial contributions may be

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Valeria Barnes, 76

Sunday, May 24, 2009 5:25 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Barnes, Valeria I., Fennville, died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at the Grace of Douglas Nursing Facility. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2009, at 2 pm, at the Fennville City Cemetery. Chaplain Peter Winkle will officiate. Arrangements by the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel.  Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Viola M. Padgett

• Viola M. Padgett, 87, of Free Soil, died today, May 26. Stephens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

WILLIAM C. FENNINGSDORF CARSONVILLE William C. Fenningsdorf, age 64, of Carsonville, died Sunday, May 17, 2009 in his home. He was born May 20, 1944 in Lapeer, son of the late William and Josephine Fenningsdorf. He and Lynda S. Conley were married on February 1, 1964 in Lapeer. William was a heavy equipment operator at Michigan Peat for 41 years. He leaves his loving wife; Lynda, two sons; Wayne and Jay (Wanda), one brother; James, three sisters; Norma Brown, Hazel Goodrich and Mary Fenningsdorf, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Matthew on August 18, 1984. Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Carsonville with Mr. Cary Janisch officiating. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Carsonville.

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Walter 'Wally' McDowell

Thursday, May 21, 2009 9:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Walter W. “Wally” McDowell, 57, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born Oct. 19, 1951, in Hillsdale, to John and Gwendolyn (Knot) McDowell Sr. Wally was a former employee of Ford Motor Company in Saline. He was a 1970 graduate of Pittsford High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam era. Surviving are five siblings, Harriet (Les) Rogers of Billings, Mo., David (Theresa) McDowell of Bryan, Ohio, John (Ruth) McDowell Jr. of Osseo, Dale McDowell of Waterford, and Bruce McDowell of Honolulu, Hawaii; aunt, Sherry Duer and uncle, Brook Easton; many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. There will be a memorial visitation at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the second floor community room at Hillsdale Place. Private family interment will take place at a later date at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family of Wally McDowell. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Wanda Lea Essenburgh, 73

Saturday, May 23, 2009 10:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wanda Lea Essenburgh, 73, of Holland, died Saturday, May 23, 2009, at The Boersma Cottage in Holland. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, at The First Reformed Church of Holland. Visitation will be 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at The Mulder Chapel Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Wenceslao Torres-Garcia, 29

Monday, May 25, 2009 10:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wenceslao Torres-Garcia, 29, of Holland, died Saturday, May 23, 2009.  Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services.


 


 

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Wilma Bordner

Thursday, May 21, 2009 4:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wilma Ruth Bordner, age 91 of Sturgis, Michigan passed away Wednesday afternoon, May 20, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born March 29, 1918, in St. Joseph County, Mich., a daughter to the late Frederick George and Cora Velle (Foust) Cook. Wilma had resided in Sturgis for the past 21 years. Most of her life was lived in the Mendon and Parkville, Mich. area. She was first married to Joseph Garman, he died in 1985. On April 23, 1988, she married Earl Bordner in Mendon. For more than 20 years she had been employed as a secretary for the St. Joseph County Grange Fair Association. In her early life she had worked for Sears Roebuck Company. Mrs. Bordner was a member of the Burr Oak United Methodist Church and for over seven decades she was a member of the Grange organization, both in Mendon and Burr Oak. She volunteered her time with the Sturgis Hospital Gift Shop Guild and knitted many hats and blankets for the OB department of the hospital. For many years she served as a 4-H leader and she enjoyed knitting, needlepoint and crossword puzzles. She is survived by her husband; children, Thomas (Kola) Garman of Sturgis, Bruce (Beth) Bordner of Ortonville, Benjamin Bordner of Sturgis, Michael (Tonya) Bordner of Sturgis, Laura (John) Klinger of Sturgis, Monte (Robin) Bordner of Sturgis and Jean Bordner of Florida; 12 grandchildren, including Tom’s daughters, Taya and Maria; 16 great-grandchildren; a special niece, Linda Bowerman of Vicksburg; and a dear friend, Mary Ann Smith of Sturgis. Preceding her in death were her parents; her first husband; a son, Gordon Garman; and grandsons Marcus Mead and Michael Mead. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Wilma Ruth Bordner will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Burr Oak United Methodist Church in Burr Oak. The Rev. Robert Graham will officiate. Cremation will follow the service. Private burial of the ashes will take place at the Mendon Cemetery in Mendon. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Bordner’s memory consider the Burr Oak United Methodist Church, 206 W. Main St., Box 91, Burr Oak, MI 49030 or the MSU Extension, 612 E. Main St., Centreville, MI 49032. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

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