Friday, July 31, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 7/31/09


 


 


 

Aaron Ryan Anthony, 29

Aaron Ryan Anthony, 29, of North Glenn, Colo., and formerly of Traverse City, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 28, 2009. 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Cleo M. Frey

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Coy, Donald G.

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Croften, John H.

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Darlene Smith

• Darlene Smith, 80, died Wednesday, July 29 at her summer home in Fountain. Stephens Funeral Home in Scottville is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

David L. Jones Otter Lake David L. Jones, 79, a lifetime resident of Otter Lake, passed away Thursday (July 23, 2009) in the home of his birth, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness. David was born May 24, 1930, in Otter Lake, the son of the late Felix and Leona Jones (Willoughby). He later married Marilyn J. Spaven on October 20, 1951 in Otter Lake. David graduated from Columbiaville High School in 1948. He loved working in the woods and truly appreciated the beauty of nature. He worked as a lifetime farmer, owner of a pulp wood business and truck driver for Vesley Co. before owning and operating his own rig. He retired from Ferguson Block Co. in 1993. David had a unique ability to remember all the people and places he encountered in life. He was hardworking and was there to lend a hand to anyone needing help. He was a friend to all. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marilyn Jean; children: Gary (Stella), Dan (Kathy) and Kim; brother, Dewey (A

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Dean D. Hull

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 2:54 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dean D. Hull, age 95, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at his home. He was born Oct. 9, 1913, in Cement City, a son of the late Cary and Dollie (Ringer) Hull. Dean had resided in Sturgis since 1997, coming from Capac. He had lived in Muskegon from 1952-1967 and Bronson from 1967-1971, when he moved to Capac. On Sept.18, 1938, he married Hilve Hendrickson in Harbert. She died Jan. 30, 1978. He married Velma Maude Graybiel on July 12, 1986, in Capac and she died Aug. 19, 2002. Most of Dean’s working life was involved in farming and truck driving. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bronson and while living in Muskegon he was an active member of the Sullivan Community Church. Dean attended Michigan State University with the ROTC program. While attending Michigan State he was a member of the Boxing Club and participated in Golden Gloves. He was a private pilot and a member of the Civil Air Patrol. For several years he served on the Oakridge School Board in Wolf Lake. He is survived by three daughters, Darlene Hull of Sturgis, Mary (Randy) Davis of Sturgis and Alice (Steve) Easterday of Sturgis; three sons, Paul (Phyllis) Hull of Howell, Dan Hull of Sturgis and Fred Hull of Sturgis; five grandchildren, Faith Bowen, Jana (Tom) Alvarez, Rob (Katie) Davis, Corinne Strang and Courtney Strang; five great-grandchildren, Savannah Bowen, Aidan Alvarez, Alexis Alvarez, Paige Davis and Peyton Davis; caregiver and special friend, Mary Holley of Sturgis; two sisters, Edna Hull of Sebring, Fla., and Onda Braithwaite of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wives; a son, Wayne Hull; and five brothers, Clarence Hull, Harold Hull, Drell Hull, Gordon Hull and Clayton Hull. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis and 11 a.m.-noon Saturday at the First Baptist Church 140 Buchanan St., Bronson, where funeral services celebrating the life of Dean Hull will begin at noon Saturday. The Rev. John Romanosky of the Sullivan Community Church in Muskegon and the Rev. John Fields of the First Baptist Church will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at the Bronson Cemetery in Bronson. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Hull’s memory consider the Sullivan Community Church, 3951 Barnes Road, Ravenna, MI 49451. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Deborah Dee (McBee) Nadeau Dec. 19, 1962-July 22, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:17 PM 

Deborah Dee (McBee) Nadeau, 46, died suddenly on July 22, 2009, of a pulmonary embolism. 


 


 

Deidre Ann Khoury

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:23 AM 

DULUTH, Minn. -- Deidre Ann Khoury, 61, of 515 E. Vaughn St., Ironwood, Mich., died Saturday, July 25, 2009, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. 


 


 

Diane W. Gillette

A memorial service is planned for Diane W. Gillette, owner/operator of Sunnybank Assisted Living, on Saturday, Aug. 8, at the facility on Mitchell Road in Petoskey. 


 


 

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Donald Joseph Carter

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Donald Radabaugh July 29, 2009

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:24 PM 

Donald Radabaugh of Huron Township died this morning at University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. Arrangements by Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock. 


 


 

Donald Rex Radabaugh Feb. 19, 1922-July 29, 2009

Thursday, July 30, 2009 11:45 AM 

Donald Rex Radabaugh, age 87 of Huron Township, died on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 in Ann Arbor. 


 


 

Dora De Pree, 102

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dora (Rankens) De Pree, age 102, of Holland, died on Sunday, July 26, 2009. Funeral services will 11 a.m., Thursday at the Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, 918 Central Ave.  Burial will be in the Zeeland Cemetery.  Visitation will be 7-9 p.m., Wednesday at the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd St.   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.


 


 

Doris Dee McBee May 30, 1944-July 28, 2009

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:24 PM

Doris Dee McBee, 65, passed peacefully away on July 28, 2009. She had been ill for one year and under hospice care for three weeks. 


 


 

Dorothy D. Rockfall

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Dorris Jane Bacon Feb. 28, 1925-July 28, 2009

Thursday, July 30, 2009 11:45 AM 

Dorris Jane Bacon, 84 yrs, of Temperance, formerly of Ida and Clark Lake, died Tuesday at Windhaven Eldercare. 


 


 

Edith Gilbert, 91

Edith Gilbert, 91, of Charlevoix, died July 31, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. 


 


 

Elizabeth (Beck) Feller

Monday, July 27, 2009 8:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Elizabeth (Beck) Feller, 91, died at the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center in New York on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. She was born Aug. 5, 1918 in Ottawa Lake. Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Prattville Community Church. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until service. Interment will follow in Waldron Cemetery.


 


 

Esther Mary Sefcovic Lapeer Esther Mary Sefcovic, 72, of Lapeer (She grew up in Imlay City.) passed away Friday (July 24, 2009). She was born March 27, 1937, in Detroit, to John and Stella (Bocek) Sefcovic. Ms. Sefcovic was formerly a long term member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Imlay City. More recently, she attended Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer, with her sister. She was an in-home caregiver for 35 years. Esther enjoyed reading, working at the Harmony House and history. She is survived by her siblings, Edward (Laura) Sefcovic of Imlay City, Florence (William) Sickner of Otter Lake, Joanne Kelley of Kentucky, Richard (Diana) Sefcovic of Wixom, John (Estela) Sefcovic of Attica; 4 nieces, 7 nephews, 4 great-nieces and 5 great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Jerome Sefcovic; twin - infant sister, Lily. Memorial contributions may be made to Harmony House, Lapeer County Mental Health. Funeral services were held Tuesday (July 28, 2

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Eugene Raymond Belford, 90

Eugene Raymond Belford, 90, of Boyne City, died July 27, 2009, at home surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Evelyn Dolezal July 28, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:17 PM 

Evelyn Dolezal, 86, Dundee, died this morning at MediLodge of Monroe. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee.


 


 

Evelyn F. Campbell

Thursday, July 30, 2009 3:46 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Evelyn F. Campbell, 93, of LaGrange, Ind., died July 29, 2009, at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Burial will be in Eden Cemetery in Topeka, Ind. Visitation will be one hour prior to services on Saturday.


 


 

Evelyn May and #147;Micky and #148; Dolezal April 15, 1923-July 28, 2009

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:24 PM 

Evelyn May "Micky" Dolezal of Dundee, Michigan, died July 28, 2009. Micky, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at MediLodge of Monroe with members of her loving family at her side.


 


 

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Frances Mary (Hanges) Granato

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 2:43 AM 

WEYAUWEGA, Wis. -- Frances Mary (Hanges) Granato, 71, of Weyauwega, formerly of Wakefield, Mich., passed away with her family by her side on Friday, July 24, 2009, after a brief illness. 


 


 

Frances Yoder

Thursday, July 30, 2009 3:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frances Yoder, 91, of Las Vegas, and formerly of White Pigeon, passed away July 27, 2009. Frances was born Sept. 13, 1917, in Michigan, a daughter of Frank and Edna (Grimes-Bellaire) Yoder. She was a 44-year resident of Las Vegas, retiring from the Horseshoe Hotel and Casino. Frances, loving mother and grandmother, was survived by her son, Duane (Mikki); granddaughter, Kristina (Jason); great-granddaughter, Arayla; granddaughter, Joanna (Jason); son, Robert (Beth); daughter, Sharon (Tom); four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her niece, Natalie Bellaire of Michigan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Yoder. Visitation will be noon-2 p.m. Friday, with graveside services at 2 p.m., both at Davis Funeral Home, 6200 S. EasternAve., Las Vegas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Frances’ memory be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.  


 


 

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 J. Henderson

Thursday, July 30, 2009 12:31 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frederick J. Henderson, 75, of Montgomery, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County.  He was born Jan. 23, 1934 in Detroit, to Marshall and Virginia (Mallor) Henderson. He served in Germany in the U.S. Air Force from 1952-56 and belonged to the Coldwater American Legion Post #0052. A 32nd Degree Mason, he was also a member of the Finlater Masonic Lodge #475 of Detroit, the Shriners of North America and Moose Lodge #2387 of Fremont, Ind. Mr. Henderson was a construction millwright for Local 1102, installing pumps in power plants. Survivors include his wife, Betty (Parker) Henderson, whom he married April 27, 1962; one daughter Darcie (Todd) Bird of Fremont; one son Fred Henderson of Montgomery; one sister Joyce Henderson of Madison Heights; one brother Jack (Cheryl) Henderson of Waterford; and three grandchildren. His parents, one brother, one sister and one grandson preceded him in death. There will be no visitation or service. Those wishing may send memorials to the Shriners Children’s Hospital (Chicago, Ill.) or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Reading.


 


 

Frederick O. Rettke

Thursday, July 30, 2009 10:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frederick O. Rettke, age 85, of Tecumseh died July 30, 2009. Arrangements pending with Handler Funeral Home.


 


 

Frederick Riggs

• Frederick "Rusty" Riggs, 52, of Charlevoix, formerly of Manistee and Irons, died July 18. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Frederick "Fred" O. Rettke

Friday, July 31, 2009 10:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frederick “Fred” O. Rettke, age 85, of Tecumseh died Thursday, July 30, 2009, at Lynwood Manor in Adrian. He was born on Aug. 23, 1923, in Detroit, Mich., the son of August and Elisabeth (Kurz) Rettke. He married Jennifer A. Helgren on Oct. 6, 1956, and she preceded him in death on April 4, 2001. Fred was an Army Veteran of World War II and was a lifetime member of the Tecumseh VFW Post #4187. He was also a member of the Clinton American Legion Post #176. He was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Southern Michigan Railroad, Friends of the Library and the Clinton Historical Society. Fred was a self-employed farmer in this area for many years and greatly enjoyed the outdoors.  He had also worked at Double A Products in Manchester, Mich. He is survived by his close friends, Dale and  Cheryl Matzinger of Clinton; his sister, Lorene Mudge of White Lake, Mich.; one nephew, Richard Mudge, also of White Lake, and his God Children, Amy Clark of Fowlerville, Mich., and Edward Namyaslowski of Jacksonville, Fla.  At Fred’s request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Riverside Cemetery Chapel with Pastor Richard Webb of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church officiating. Contributions may be made to the Clinton American Legion Post #176. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Frieda G. Schoppe, 92

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frieda G. Schoppe, 92, of Saugatuck, died on Sunday, July 26, 2009, at home. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 1:30P.M. at Riverside Cemetery in Saugatuck. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Saugatuck 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.


 


 

George Robert Taylor

Thursday, July 30, 2009 10:17 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

George Robert Taylor, age 67, of Adrian died Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at his home. He was born Sept. 26, 1941, in Tipton to Edward and Gertrude (Johnson) Taylor. George graduated from Clinton High School in 1960. He married Roberta Decker Remily on May 1, 1992, in Toledo and she survives. George enjoyed antique tractors and was a member of the Antique Tractor and Engine Club. He was a member of the National Threshers Association, active in the FFA, and attended Bethany Assembly of God. George had been a rancher in Montana and he was a truck driver. In addition to his wife, George is survived by one daughter, Mary Ibrahim of Ft. Worth, Texas; two stepsons, Arlee Smith of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Scott Remily of Adrian; one brother, Delbert Taylor of Adrian; one sister, Sharon Lauffer of Adrian; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Chester. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services for George will be held Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Bethany Assembly of God with Pastor Chris Clinchard officiating. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of George Taylor. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Gilbert Guerra

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Glen L. Huss

Glen L. Huss, 84 of Coleman, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family Tuesday, July 14, 2009. 


 


 

Harry J. Hater Jr., 82

Charlevoix summer resident Harry J. Hater Jr., 82, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away July 29, 2009, in Cincinnati.


 


 

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 I. Teadt

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 2:52 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Helen I. Teadt, age 87, of Burr Oak, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at the Lifecare Center in LaGrange, Ind. She was born Dec. 29, 1921, in Springfield, Ohio, a daughter of the late Earl and Edna (Lankenau) Maystead. Helen was a homemaker and a resident of Burr Oak most of her life. She enjoyed playing cards, puzzle books, reading, sewing, and gardening. On Feb. 17, 1940, she married Clifford L. Teadt in LaGrange. He passed away Dec. 14, 1985. Surviving are a son, Douglas Teadt of Burr Oak; a granddaughter, Lisa (Paul) Bobby of Algonquin, Ill.; three great-grandchildren,  Luke, Brooklynn and Elijah Bobby; and a son-in-law, Richard Spence of Monee, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a daughter, Karen Louise Spence in November 2008. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place.  A graveside service celebrating the life of Helen I. Teadt will be held at 2 p.m. Friday,at the Burr Oak Cemetery, with Mr. Larry Wallman officiating. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Herman Joseph Gamelin Jr. Columbiaville Herman Joseph Gamelin Jr., 69, of Columbiaville for 34 years, passed away Sunday (July 26, 2009) with his family and friends. Herman was born July 26, 1940 in Pentland Township, Mich., the son of the late Herman and Alice Gamelin (Reed). He enjoyed bowling, visiting the casino, going to his cabin the U.P. and spending time with his family and friends. Herman is survived by his wife, Jacqueline; children, Tina (Dwayne) Bray, Becky Klauka (Bob Kenline), Herman (Cindy) Gamelin, Jim (Paula) Klauka, Alice Gamelin (Al Alleman), Loni Lerner, Paul Klauka (Denise Glenshaw), Barbara (Chris) Moleski; mother-in-law, Edna Copp; sister-in-law, Cheryl Copp; grandchildren, Jessica and Jade Vaguera, Joshua, John, Brian, Makayla, Bailey Klauka, Tommy and Brandy Fisher, Chantel Gamelin, Jeremy DesJardens, Jonathon and Trisha Wellington, Teya and Stacy Meyers, Mathew Gonzalez, Sidney and Tanner Genshaw, Patrick Bennett, Skylar Lerner; 7 great-gra

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JACOB "JAKE" P. WURMLINGER CROSWELL Jacob "Jake" P. Wurmlinger, age 70, a resident of Croswell passed away at his residence on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. He was born on April 25, 1939 in Croswell, the son of the late Nick and Anna (Adams) Wurmlinger. Jake married Doreen C. Reynolds on April 30, 1988 in Port Huron. Jake worked for Mopar- Marysville Local #375. He was an avid deer and pheasant hunter. He enjoyed his farm and home, baseball, and playing with his grandchildren. Jake was the type of person that would do anything for you. He is survived by his wife, Doreen Wurmlinger of Croswell; two sons, David Wurmlinger of Port Huron and Nick (Terra) Wurmlinger of St. Clair; two daughters, Christina Whitebread of Oklahoma and Debra (Paul) Reeves of Plymouth; two step daughters, Betty (Tom) Shuler of Croswell and Denise (Adam) McTaggart of Ft. Gratiot, eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren; three brothers, Joseph (Mary Ann) Wurmlinger of Clio, Anthony Wurmlinger of Lexington and Frank (Vivian) Wurmlinger of Frankenmuth; one sister, Katherine Logghe of Peck; several nieces and nephews many cousins and many friends and good neighbors. Jake was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Peter Wurmlinger; his sisters, Helen Hayes, Anna Repp, Betty Frasard, Barbara Wojtas, Susan Wurmlinger and Mary Douglas. He was also preceded in death by an infant brother. A funeral mass was held at the St. Patricks Catholic Church with Fr. Christopher Coman officiating. Pall Bearers were Paul Reeves, Adam and Justin McTaggart, Tom Shuler, Peter Schmidt and Maurice Breault. A dinner in honor of Jake was held at the church hall immediately following the service. Memorials in memory of Jake are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements made by the Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Croswell.

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Janice Fay Hatfield May 12, 1940-July 26, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:16 PM 

Janice Fay Hatfield, 69, of Monroe, passed away July 26 at 3:06 a.m. in Mercy Memorial Hospital, where she has been for a week. She had been in poor health for 11 years.


 


 

Jerome Veldhuis, 91

Thursday, July 30, 2009 5:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Jerome Alfred Veldhuis, 91, of Sandy Springs, Ga., died July 28, 2009. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Central Presbyterian Church in Atlanta. Cremation Society of the South in Marietta is in charge of the arrangements. 


 


 

Jessica Marie Jacobs

Thursday, July 30, 2009 10:18 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jessica Marie Jacobs, age 25, of Hillsdale, formerly of Tecumseh, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, July 26, 2009.  Jessica was born April 26, 1984, in Adrian, Mich., to Edward and Deborah (Shadley) Jacobs. Jessica was a student of Tecumseh schools where she graduated in 2003. While in school she sang in the choir and played clarinet in the concert and marching bands.  One of the highlights of her years in the band was a tour of Washington, D.C., which included a performance on the steps of the Capitol Building and a trip to Arlington Cemetery. After high school, Jessica attended Michigan Career Technological Institute finishing a program in marketing. Jessica was a proud member of the Young Marines of Lenawee County and enjoyed attending church, working on her computer, fishing with her dad, her family, her many friends and her beloved dog, Gibby. Jessica had a winsome smile and the ability to make friends easily wherever she went. Our family's heart is aching from this tragic loss. Jessica is survived by her parents; her brothers, Mike (Emily) Jacobs and Jeremy Jacobs; her paternal grandmother, Joyce Jacobs; maternal grandmother, Irene Shadley, and a host of loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Edwards Jacobs, Sr. and Harry Shadley. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at the Clinton Assembly of God Church with the Rev. Richard Coury officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Clinton. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 31, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Memorial gifts in her name may be given to The Young Marines of Lenawee County or to The Magic Foundation with designation to Albrights Syndrome. Condolences to the family may be made on line at www.pursefuneralhome.com. “No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.”


 


 

Jesusa 'Chita' Lozano

Friday, July 31, 2009 10:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jesusa “Chita” Lozano, 73, passed away in Tucson, Ariz., after a long battle with diabetes on July 28, 2008. Her family has set a memorial for 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug.1, 2009, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Adrian, then a graveside service at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park. Jesusa is survived by her husband, David Lozano, and five children, Robert Perez, Lydia Edmunds, Jose Fuentes, Catarino “Mike” Torres and Celia “Sally” Torres; and one sister, Eugnia “Gennie” Rodriguez. She has nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceeded in death by her parents, Catarino and Ramona Perez; brothers, Ramiro “Miguel” Perez, Basilo “Bacho” Perez; her sisters, Matilde “Tilly” Guerra and Carolina Perez. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Adrian in her behalf.


 


 

John M. Drake

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John M. Drake, 62, of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2009, at his home. He was born April 7, 1947, in Hillsdale, to Gene and Nina (Julian) Drake, she survives in Hillsdale. He was married March 11, 1978, to Eva Piddock and she also survives. John was a self employed farmer. He was a metal fabricator and welder, making several pieces of the equipment used on the farm. He was also a former trucker and a mechanic. Surviving besides his wife Eva and mother Nina, are two children, Michelle Drake of Bay City and John (Carri) Drake of Hillsdale; two grandchildren, Celesteya and Olivia; sisters, Margaret Drake of Grosse Pointe Park and Joan Marie Day of Bullhead City, Arizona and brother, Julian Drake of Monroeville, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his father and a sister Jean Lockwood. There will be a memorial visitation for John Drake 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

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Joseph Peter Negri

Thursday, July 30, 2009 4:51 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Joseph Peter Negri, 84, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, July 29, 2009. 


 


 

Josephine Gleason Hadley Josephine Gleason, 90, of a lifetime Hadley resident, passed away Saturday (July 25, 2009). She was born April 10, 1919, in Hadley Township, to Howard and Bernice (Greene) Tunison. She married Ronald H. Gleason in 1942. Mrs. Gleason was a member of Hadley Community Church for many years, teaching Sunday School for many of those years. She enjoyed stamp collecting, canning and baking, travel and camping, as well as being a 4-H Leader. Josephine treasured 25 years of retirement with Mr. Gleason, they wintered in Texas, among many other fond memories. She is survived by her sons, Howard Gleason of Lapeer and George (Maryann) Gleason of Hadley; 6 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; siblings, John (Jeanie) Tunison of Hadley and Mary (Bruce) Barnes of Kewadin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Gleason in January 2009; son, James Gleason in March 2009; sister, Ida Gearhart; her parents. Memorial contributi

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Kathleen Ann Cook Sept. 16, 1946-July 27, 2009

Thursday, July 30, 2009 11:45 AM 

Kathleen Ann Cook, age 62, of Monroe, MI went to be with the Father under the care of Hospice in her home, with her family at her side, on Monday July 27, 2009. 


 


 

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LESLIE LEN LESTER MARLETTE Leslie Len Lester, age 85, of Marlette, was born in Bridgewater, Michigan on April 10, 1924 to Lewis and Jenetta (Cole) Lester. At the age of one, his family moved to Marlette, where his father had a job opportunity at Riley Creamery and where Les would grow up in a Butler Road farmhouse. Les met Leona Hackel at Susie s Restaurant in Marlette where she worked and they fell in love. They were married in Caro, Michigan on the twenty first of February, 1945. Les and Leona were blessed with three children, Larry, Gary and Debra. Larry married Theresa and lives in Swartz Creek, where their two grandsons, Rob and Ali Lester and Philip and Tina Lester and great-grandson Cole also live. Gary Lester married Jill and live in Marlette, as well as grandchildren Mickey Hudson, husband Al, and great-grandchildren Casey and Alexis and Gary Lee Lester II and wife Katie. Debra Joyce Lester married Gary Muxlow and had children Tricia Muxlow, married to Tom Yaroch and David Muxlow, married to Kara, who all live in Marlette. Leona passed away on October 30, 1981. He was also preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Eldritz (Les), James, Lewis, Lawrence and sister, Louise. Sister Eunice Wills, brothers, Leland and Rich and sister-in-law, Letha Lester are surviving siblings. Verna Weaver was a companion of Les for years. Mary Ann Force was a special friend and neighbor for many years. Les was employed in many different occupations. He worked in Alaska, building roads, at Fischer Body, hauling beets, for Pete Losee in a body shop, at General Coach, for Len Sullivan and Bruce Lindsay setting up mobile homes and finally he retired from Metal Craft. Les and his brothers loved to coon hunt and always had their best friends along, the dogs. He also liked to spend time at the cabin up north. Lately, he enjoyed keeping track of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren until he passed away in peace on July 20, 2009 with his family at his side at the United Hospice Residence in Marlette. The funeral was held at the Marsh Funeral Chapel. Burial was at the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be made to United Hospice Service or the family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, Michigan, www.marshfuneral.com

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Laurel Verden Wing

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Lee Allen Bates Sr.

Lee Allen Bates Sr., 80, of Scottville, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, July 27. Lee was born on July 19, 1929 in Mason County to Rufus and Grace (Simmons) Bates, and attended Amber Station S...


 


 

Leora (Wigent) Barant

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:13 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Leora (Wigent) Barant, 90, of Camden, left this world to be with her Savior on July 24, 2009. She was a mother who treated each of her three children as her favorite, a grandmother who served ice cream for breakfast and an animal-lover who made cornbread for her dog. She was born Jan. 6, 1919, in Camden Township, to James W. and Ona B. (Richardson) Wigent. She grew up on a farm in Reading with her mother, father, five brothers and four sisters, all of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by Ruth (Mrs. Edward) Wigent, whom she thought of as a sister. On March 14, 1946, she married Edward J. Barant in Orange County, California. She was widowed Dec. 13, 1969.  She is survived by three children: Bonnie Kay Thompson who lives in her Camden farmhouse; Edward J. Barant of Fremont, Ind.; and Rebecca (Richard) Corkle of Angola, Ind. She will be dearly missed by all of them. She also leaves two grandchildren: Rachel Corkle of New York City and Jonathan Corkle of Angola, who saw her together for the last time on her 90th birthday – although she denied being ninety. Finally, she leaves a special niece, Susie Lantz, for whom she cared for over the last decades of her life.  Leora was a member of the Nazarene Church in Reading and loved her church family. While at different points of her life, she took on employment outside of her home; her life’s work was being a wonderful mother and grandmother, loving aunt and dear friend. She found happiness giving her time and helping people.  Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Leora’s life at the George White Funeral Home, Reading at 11 a.m. Saturday. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m Friday and from 10 a.m. until time of service on Saturday.  Memorials may be sent to the Reading Nazarene Church (children’s camp fund) or the Steuben County Humane Society.


 


 

Levy M.D., Joseph N.

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Lila Mae Mitchell Lapeer Lila Mae Mitchell, 79, of Lapeer, passed away Monday (July 27, 2009). She was born October 27, 1929, in Brown City, to Ellis and Mabel (Jeffers) Stacy. She married Robert "Burr" Mitchell on April 25, 1959 in Hadley. Mrs. Mitchell was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was very artistic and loved to read, crochet and do crossword puzzles. She is survived by her children, Cheryl (Kenneth) Mason of Lapeer, Patricia (Charles) Phelps of Columbiaville, Burr (Sherry) Mitchell of Rudyard, Mich., Mary Mitchell of Succasunna, N.J., Stacy (Ann) Mitchell of Columbiaville, Jack (Helen) Humble of Peck; 17 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; siblings, William Stacy of Lapeer, George (Betty) Stacy of Fife Lake, Mich.; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Burr" Mitchell in 2008; son, Gerald Humble; parents, Ellis and Mabel Stacy; brothers, Bob Stacy, Stan Stacy; sisters, Nellie Setter, Margaret Sch

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Lionel D. 'Sunny' Blair

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 1:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lionel D. “Sunny” Blair, age 83 of Colon, passed away, Monday, July 27, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services.  Arrangements were made by Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.   


 


 

Lloyd J. Dornan, 83

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lloyd J. Dornan, 83, formerly of Fennville, died May 20, 2009, in Fort Myers, Fla. Memorial services, with military rites by VFW Post 7911, will be 3 p.m., Aug. 1, in Fennville Cemetery. A gathering will follow at Crane’s Pie Pantry.


 


 

Lorene A. Edelbrock Oct. 5, 1916-July 24, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:16 PM 

Lorene A. Edelbrock, age 92 of Britton, died Friday, July 24, 2009 in St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ypsilanti. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Louis G. Hall

Louis G. Hall, age 90 of Kewadin, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2009.


 


 

Maila T. Aapala

Friday, July 31, 2009 2:17 AM 

MARENISCO, Mich. -- Maila T. Aapala, 87, of Marenisco, died Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield. 


 


 

Margaret A. Lee Lapeer Margaret A. Lee, 76, of Lapeer (formerly of Yuma, Ariz.) passed away Sunday (July 26, 2009). She was born November 22, 1932, in Montreal, Canada, to Alfred and Katri (Nurmi) Winkler. Mrs. Lee treasured her time traveling and camping all over the United States by RV. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting. Margaret's main love was her family. She is survived by her children, Karen (Joseph) Putnik of Lapeer, Jackie (Ed) Ramirez of Lapeer, George (Ann) Karkeet of Lake Orion; grandchildren, Brian (Rachel Mile) Putnik, Scott (Rachel) Putnik, Nikole (Ricky) Chodoba, Corey Karkeet and Anthony Ramirez; great-grandchildren, Joseph Putnik, Austin Putnik, Gage Putnik and Stephen Chodoba. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Glen J. Karkeet; second husband, Marion R. Lee; son, Glen Karkeet, Jr.; brother, Fred Winkler. Visitation took place Wednesday (July 29, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Cremation took place after visitation. Arrang

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Marilyn Virginia Buckley

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:28 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Marilyn Virginia Buckley, 75, formerly of Quincy, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at The Laurels of Coldwater.  She was born Jan. 2, 1934 in Edgerton, Ohio, to Harold and Audra (Gurtner) Luke. Marilyn retired from Acorn Products in Quincy, after 28 years of employment. She belonged to the Coldwater Eagles Lodge, and enjoyed playing bingo, camping, sewing and crafts, gardening, wintering in Texas, and especially spending time with her family and grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Martin Buckley, Jr., whom she married Sept. 30, 1950; two daughters Karen (Mike) Martin of Van Wert, Ohio and Sharon (Mike) Voss of Jackson; two sons Ronald (Linda) Buckley of Quincy and Mike (Shannon) Buckley of Hartsville, Tenn.; two brothers George (Barb) Luke of Albuquerque, N.M. and Robert (Kate) Luke of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her parents; two brothers Dean and Martin Luke; and two grandchildren Ronnie and Brian Buckley preceded her in death. There will be no visitation or service.  Memorials may be made to The Laurels of Coldwater. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Quincy.


 


 

Marion L. Driskell Lapeer Marion L. Driskell, 91, of Lapeer, passed away Friday (July 24, 2009). She was born July 17, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. William and Carrie Doran. She married Willard O. Driskell on August 29, 1940 in Detroit. Marion was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and Suncrest Auxiliary. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and reading. She is survived by her children, Douglas (Darlene) Driskell of Lapeer, Linda Fisher of Lapeer, Craig Driskell of Tennessee and Judy (Thomas) Stiles of Tennessee; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Driskell; her parents; 2 brothers and 4 sisters. Memorial contributions may be made to the Suncrest Auxiliary and the Immaculate Conception Building Fund. Funeral services were held Monday (July 27, 2009) at Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer. Father Aaron Depeyster officiated. Burial was in Mt. Loretto Cemetery, Lapeer. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, L

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Marjorie B. Switzer

Marjorie B. Switzer, age 97, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at the Maplewood Assisted Living Center in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. She was born the daughter of Charles O. and Georgiana (Schumacher) Bates on Dec. 6, 1911 in Gratiot County.


 


 

Martin G. Davey, 87

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Martin G. Davey, 87, of Muskegon, died Monday, July 27, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. A graveside service with military honors will be 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2009, at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, 15501 Dickman Road, Augusta. Arrangements are by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St.   www.notierverleelangeland.com


 


 

Mary D. Riley

Thursday, July 30, 2009 3:47 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary D. Riley, 53, of Constantine, Mich., passed away July 27, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes  Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis,.  


 


 

Mary I. Jacobson

Friday, July 31, 2009 10:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Beloved Mother, Wife, Aunt and Friend Born February 9, 1931, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Mary died peacefully at home on July 29, 2009, with her family at her side. Mary was the daughter of Leonard “Red” and Erma (Helber) Kirwan, both of Ann Arbor. Mary married John (Jack) Jacobson December 24, 1949, in Plymouth, Michigan, and they raised their family in Milan. They moved to Macon Township in 1973. She is survived by Jack, her husband of 60 years, her daughter Kathryn and husband Howard Anderson, her daughter Gail Jacobson, her son John and his wife Sylvia, her son Tom and his wife Kim Jacobson, nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Kathleen Bolton; sister-in-law, Diane Kirwan; several nephews, one niece and her special friend, Margaretha Stoddard. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, James Leonard Kirwan. Mary was very active in life and generous of her time having volunteered for many years for St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Saline, Mich., and Tucson, Ariz. She was an avid golfer, enjoyed her family and traveling. Mary retired from the University of Michigan Office of Academic Planning and Analysis after more than 20 years. A private service has been held with her close family. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Mary’s name to St. Joseph Mercy Hospice, 3075 Clark Road, Suite 200, Ypsilanti, Ml 48197. Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

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.


 


 

Michael Bowie, 58

Thursday, July 30, 2009 5:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Michael G. Bowie, age 58, died on Friday, July 24, 2009, at Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. Cremation has taken place and burial will be in Wurzburg, Germany. No services are being planned at this time. Arrangements by Southwest Funeral Home in San Antonio, Texas.   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.


 


 

Michael P. Kucharczyk 1969-2009 Michael Paul Kucharczyk, 39, Port Hope, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at Covenant Medical Center of Saginaw. He was born on November 24, 1969 in Harbor Beach to Lylan (Swartz) Kucharczyk and the late Albert Kucharczyk. Mike and Annette Coulter were united in marriage on August 19, 2000. Mike was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, sports, canning and gardening. He is survived by his wife, Annette, Port Hope; their children, Amanda (Kevin) Brock, Fla., Noel Kucharczyk, Port Hope and Adam Kucharczyk, Port Hope; his mother, Lylan Kucharczyk, Harbor Beach; brothers and sisters, Debbie (Elmer) Bender, Harbor Beach, James H. (Darlene) Kucharczyk, Harbor Beach, Douglas (Evonne) Kucharczyk, Gagetown, Kathy (Laverne) Guitar, Harbor Beach and Sherry (Steve) Christian, Harbor Beach and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Kucharczyk Funeral mass was held on Monday, July 27, 2009 in the Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach. Fr. William Spencer officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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Michele B. Aberegg

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Neta H. White Lapeer Neta H. White, 90, of a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away Friday (July 24, 2009) She was born October 22, 1918, in Columbiaville, to Peter and Helen (Bacon) Griffith. She married Ejay White on December 31, 1936 in Lapeer. Mrs. White was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Lapeer, and a lifetime member of the Rebekahs Lodge, Lapeer. She retired from Oakdale Center, Lapeer. She is survived by her children, Luella (Lowell) Yonkman of West Branch and Edward Jay (Jean) White of Flint; grandchildren, Donald (Dawn) Yonkman, Michael (Debbie) White and Rick (Twig) White; great-grandchildren, Rebecca, Wesley, Jeff, Christina, Eric and Ashley; 4 great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Betty Verbeke of Lapeer, Roy Griffith of Atlanta, Mich., Gwendolyn Clemens of Lapeer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ejay White; daughter, Jaylyn Marie White; great-granddaughter, Vicky Lynn White; her parents; brothers, Richard, Howard, Duane and William Gr

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Olivia Lynsey (Kind) Hude

Olivia Lynsey (Kind) Hude passed away suddenly Sunday, July 19, 2009. She was born May 10, 1979, in Inkster, the daughter of Victor and Judy Kind. 


 


 

Patrick L. O'Brien

Thursday, July 30, 2009 10:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Patrick L. O’Brien, age 68, of Somerset passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on Sept. 5, 1940, in Fayette, Ohio, to Delbert F. and Betty L. (Stites) O’Brien. He married Patricia A. Heisler on June 20, 1958, in Adrian, and she survives. Patrick lived in the Addison area for many years. He graduated from Onsted High School in 1958. He attended Jackson Community College for three years. Patrick retired from Monarch Electric in Jackson. He served in the Michigan National Guard 156th Signal Battalion of Adrian, Mich. He was a member of the West Rome Baptist Church. Surviving besides his wife, Patricia, are three sons, Timothy (Brenda) O’Brien of Indianapolis, Ind., Rodney (Deanna) O’Brien of Severn, Md., Shawn (Vanette) O’Brien of Bel Air, Md.; one daughter, Lisa (John) Campbell of N. Canton, Ohio; 10 grandchildren, one great-grandson; two sisters, Helen (Ted) Milliman of Adrian and Connie Kope of Hudson. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Michael O’Brien; and his stepfather, Lewis Cottrill. Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at West Rome Baptist Church, Manitou Beach, with Pastor Rob Corbin and the Rev. Shawn O’Brien officiating. Full Military Honors will be rendered by the Wilber-Bartlett Post #315 American Legion, Brooklyn, Mich. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Great Lakes Hospice or to American Cancer Society Hope Lodge in Cleveland, Ohio. Arrangements are en­trusted to the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Paul O. Sutherland

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Phyllis Cox, 91

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Phyllis Cox died Saturday, July 25, 2009 at Hospice House in Holland.  A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Aug. 5 at Freedom Village.  Memorials can be sent to Hospice of Holland. Arrangements by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral 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.


 


 

Ray Everett Gee Aug. 27, 1932-July 27, 2009

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:25 PM 

Ray Everett Gee, 76, of LaSalle died at 2:08 p.m. Monday July 27, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Hospital of Monroe. He had been in poor health for two years. 


 


 

Ray Gee July 27, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:16 PM 

Ray Gee, 76, LaSalle died Monday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. 


 


 

Raymond F. Stahl Jr. Jan. 7, 1927-July 25, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:15 PM 

Raymond F. Stahl Jr., 82, of Howard, Ohio passed away on Saturday afternoon, July 25, 2009 at the Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.


 


 

Rita L. Sarosik, 89

Sunday, July 26, 2009 6:12 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rita L. Sarosik, 89, of Holland, died Thursday, July 23, 2009.   A memorial service will be held in Rita’s honor at the Village at Appledorn, 630 Hastings Street, Holland Michigan, at 11:00 am on Tuesday July 28, 2009.     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 A. 'Bob' Kostopolus

Saturday, July 25, 2009 2:35 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Robert A. "Bob" Kostopolus, 82, of 494 N. Curry St., Ironwood, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, in Ironwood, surrounded by his loving family, following a lengthy illness.


 


 

Robert Edward Osmer Lapeer Robert Edward Osmer, 84, of Lapeer, passed away Saturday (July 25, 2009). He was born July 16, 1925, to Raymond and Edna Osmer. He is survived by his brothers, Ray (Marion) Osmer and Harold (Adeline) Osmer; sister, Mary Lou McInturf; several beloved nieces and nephews. Robert will be deeply missed by his family and his dear friend, Ileatha Crotteau and her family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond (Edna) Osmer; beloved wife, Ila; sister, Jean House and brother-in-law, Harry House. Memorials to Brian's House Hospice are greatly appreciated. Funeral services were held Tuesday (July 28, 2009) at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Lapeer, MI 48446. Chaplin Goodman Cox officiated. To place an online condolence, please visit www.LynchFamilyFuneralDirectors. com

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Robert Eugene Muck

Friday, July 31, 2009 10:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert E. Muck, age 84, of Adrian died Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at his home. He was born May 2, 1925, in Tipton, Mich., to Arthur L. and Berle M. (Stecker) Muck Sr. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. He was married to Nancy Gestwite on Oct. 16, 1948, in Manitou Beach. Robert had worked for Kewaunee Manufacturing for 41 years, retiring on Feb. 1, 1986. In addition to his wife, Nancy, he is survived by two sons, Eugene R. Muck and his wife, Kay, of Cincinnati and Richard D. Muck of Adrian; a daughter and her husband, Janet and Greg Dillon of Adrian; a brother, Duane Muck of Adrian; a sister, Iris McDonald and her husband, Jerry, of Adrian; four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and seven stepgreat-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, William Paul, in infancy; a brother, Arthur Muck Jr.; and a sister, Delores Webb. Visitation for Robert will be Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, followed by cremation. Burial of cremains will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Robert Heath, 94

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:41 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Julian Heath, 94, of Douglas, died Monday, July 27, 2009, at his home. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Saugatuck Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes.


 


 

Roy 'Mike' Russell

Thursday, July 30, 2009 4:49 AM 

PRESQUE ISLE, Wis. ­ Roy "Mike" Russell, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, 64, passed away in his home in Presque Isle on Friday, July 10, 2009. 


 


 

Roy Huddleston July 28, 2009

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:25 PM 

Roy Huddleston, 78, of Flat Rock died Tuesday at Oakwood Southshore Medical Center, Trenton. Arrangements by Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock. 


 


 

Roy Lee Huddleston Dec. 4, 1930-July 28, 2009

Thursday, July 30, 2009 11:45 AM 

Roy Lee Huddleston, age 78 of Flat Rock, died on Tuesday, July 28, 2009 in Trenton, Michigan. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel on Friday, July 31, 2009 from 1 to 9 PM.


 


 

Ruby G. Selbig

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Russel W. Roback

Friday, July 31, 2009 10:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Russel W. Roback, age 89, of Adrian passed away Thursday, July 30, 2009, in Sparta, Mich. The funeral service for Russel will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Lawrence LaFollette officiating. Burial will be private. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be sent to www.wagleyfuneralhome.com.   


 


 

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Sue Carrie (McClain) Melvin

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:19 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

A Memorial Service for Sue Carrie Melvin, 72, of Enid, Okla., will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1 at Jerome Methodist Church in Jerome, Mich. Burial will be in Somerset Center Cemetery. Sue Carrie Melvin, loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, was born to John Rennels and Sarah Babet (Vincent) McClain on Oct. 4, 1936, in Bird Lake, Mich., and went home to be with her Lord on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008, in Enid, Okla. Sue grew up in Jerome and attended North Adams High School. She moved to sunny California, where she met the love of her life, William Melvin. In 1962, she married William D. Melvin in Spring Valley, California. Sue was a homemaker and enjoyed spending precious time with her family and grandchildren. Even though she was so far away from her parents and siblings, they were always close to her heart. When her daughter and son-in-law decided to move to Enid, she soon followed in 1997. There was no keeping her away from her grandchildren. She is survived by one daughter, Tina Rodriguez and husband Ramiro of Enid; three grandchildren, Candice Rose Chavez, Christian Michael Rodriguez, and Ciara Alexis Rodriguez; and one great-grandchild, Natalia Rose Chavez, all of Enid; four brothers, Tom, Johnny, Ronnie and Terry McClain; and three sisters, Dorothy Thomas, Barbara Griffin, and Claribel Cook. Sue was preceded in death by her husband, William D. Melvin and one sister, Mary Jane Hansen.


 


 

Susan A. Miller

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 2:41 AM

ASHLAND, Wis. -- Susan A. Miller, 72, of Ashland, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, July 25, 2009. 


 


 

Thomas Alton Haman July 15, 1931-July 27, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 1:13 PM 

Thomas Alton Haman, 78 yrs, formerly of Wixom, MI, died Monday morning at Aberdeen Rehabilitaion and Skilled Nursing Center, Trenton. 


 


 

Tina Marie Gear

Tina Marie Gear, age 39 of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2009 at her home. 


 


 

Trevor Louis Jones

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Velma G. Doyle

Thursday, July 30, 2009 10:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Velma G. Doyle, age 95, of Adrian died Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. She was born July 27, 1914, in Adrian to J. Sylvester and Emma Jane (Brown) Foote. She graduated from Adrian High School and was a lifelong resident of the Adrian area. Velma was married to Francis A. Doyle in Adrian on Oct. 3, 1936. He preceded her in death on June 16, 1993. Velma was a very active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, working on coffee hours, funeral dinners, Ethnic dinners, Legion of Mary, Rosary Altar, S.A.M.’s, and anything else she was asked to help with. She was also a member of St. Mary’s Rosary Altar Society, the Legion of Mary, and the Activities Commission. Surviving are her son, John (Robin) Doyle of Adrian; four daughters, Carole Gerhart of Adrian, Joyce Goodrow of Adrian, Mrs. Lanny (Sandra) Withrow of Florida and Mrs. Isaac (Laura) Craft of Onsted; four brothers, Ellis W. Foote of Adrian, Gerald Foote of Toledo, James Foote of Adrian, Herbert Foote of Ohio; four sisters, Viola Fish of Silver Springs, Fla., Rosella Hall of Hudson, Hazel Seabrook of Long Island, N.Y., and Mrs. Francis (Mary) Carr of Downer’s Grove; 14 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grand­children and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Francis, she was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Francis, Cecil and Earl; and a sister, Lucille Goodwin. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered Friday, July 31, 2009, at 1 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Louis Komorowski as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Visitation will be today from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where a Vigil Prayer Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will also be Friday from Noon until the time of the service at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Velma M. (Hollenbeck) Ferrett Imlay City Velma M. (Hollenbeck) Ferrett, 99, passed away Tuesday (July 28, 2009) at Lapeer County Medical Facility. Velma M. Hollenbeck was born July 23, 1910, the daughter of Leslie and Catherine (Snell) Hollenbeck of Capac. She married Albert Ferrett on December 27, 1930. Velma worked at Suncrest for 11 years. She and Albert retired in 1976 to Lakeworth, Fla. She is survived by her children, Laverne (Joyce) Ferrett of Imlay City, Joyce (Henry) Morocco of Imlay City, Gerald (Roberta) Ferrett of Lapeer, Kathy (Leslie) Burgess of Caro, James (Rosemarie) Ferrett of Troy and Sharon (Sam) Pennisi of Arcatia, Calif.; 28 grandchildren; numerous great and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert L. Ferrett on January 3, 1993; twin sister, Thelma Walker; sister, Beulah Heckman; brother, Noble Hollenbeck. Memorial contributions may be made to Lapeer County Medical Care Facility (Suncrest) or a charity of your c

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Virginia G. Parker

Thursday, July 30, 2009 3:45 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Virginia  “Ginny” Grace Parker, age 82, of Sturgis,  passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village. She was born May 21, 1927, in Sturgis, a daughter to the late Fred and Martha (Ludwick) Hecht Jr. On Jan. 10, 1946, in Angola, Ind., she married Robert W. Parker.  He preceded her in death on Aug. 12, 1982.  Virginia has resided in Sturgis and Burr Oak her entire life.  She spent 59 years living on the beloved family farm on Halfway Road in Burr Oak and loved the old house and farm.  She had so many great memories there and enjoyed the yard work and house work.  She was very proud of her family and loved her children and grandchildren very much. Virginia was a homemaker and worked for 11 years at Cindy’s Hallmark in Sturgis where she played Mrs. Claus and the Easter Bunny to amuse the children she so loved to be around.  She also enjoyed traveling with her husband Bob. She was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church where she was involved with Altar Society and was also a member of F.F.A. Surviving are three daughters, Linda (Irvin) Nelson of Burr Oak, Mary Lou (Donald) Richter of Hampton, Va., and Susan (Jack) Driftmyer of Toledo; one son, Steve (Carol) Parker of Belmont, Mich.; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one aunt, Elizabeth Neveraski of Bronson; three sisters-in-law, Edith Studeman, Sandi Hecht, and Irene Parker all of Sturgis; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two brothers, Donald Hecht and Walter Hecht; and one sister,  Catherine Hecht. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, where a Rosary Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday.  A funeral Mass celebrating the life of Virginia Parker will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in White Pigeon, with the Rev. Father Richard Altine, celebrant. Graveside service and interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery, 300 E. South St., Sturgis. The family suggests memorial donations be directed to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

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Virginia Parker

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 2:55 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Virginia Parker, age 82, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village.  Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel.


 


 

WILHELMINA ROSE SCHROEDER OXFORD Wilhelmina Rose Schroeder, age 94, of Oxford, Michigan, formerly of Sandusky, died Monday, July 20, 2009 at Lapeer County Medical Care Facility in Lapeer, Michigan. She was born June 19, 1915 in St. Clair Shores, Michigan the daughter of the late John Hartman and Mary Kurtz. She married Herman Schroeder on November 14, 1936 in East Detroit, Michigan. Herman died on February 9, 1985 in Sandusky, Michigan. Mina is survived by three daughters, Joyce (Rich) Plotkowski of Mesa, Arizona, Ella Mae (Clifford) Schultz of Lake Orion, and Nancy (Bob) Page of Columbia, Maryland; fourteen grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren; one sister, Shirley Weber of Livonia, Michigan; several nieces and nephews. Mina was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Howard; two sisters, Lucille and Norma; and one daughter, Faye Beardsley. She was a member of the Home Extension and Cash Flower Clubs for many years. Mina also enjoyed quilting and making her delicious blueberry pie for her family. Funeral services were held at the Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. Michael Schulz of Oxford, Michigan officiating. Burial was in the Greenwood Cemetery in Sandusky. Pallbearers were; Clifford Schultz II, Dan Lawler, Karl Schroeder, Wayne Schroeder and Roger Page. Honorary Pallbearers were; James Gilmore, Robbie Schroeder and Andrew Lawler. Memorials may be made to the Parkinson Foundation or Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Oxford. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com

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