Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 8/11/09


 


 


 

Aiden Charles Michael McCulloch

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Angelian (Angie) Geraldine Barker

Angelian (Angie) Geraldine Barker, of Muir, age 88, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away into eternal life on Aug. 7, 2009 in Haslett. 


 


 

Angelian G. Barker "Angie" *

88, of Muir, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ionia. Arrangements by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Ionia. 


 


 

Angelian Geraldine Barker "Angie"

Angelian "Angie" Geraldine Barker Muir Age 88, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away into eternal life on August 7, 2009 in Haslett, Michigan. She was born March 21, 1921 in Ionia, MI, a twin daughter of Martin and Anna (Gall) Halik. On October 2, 1943, she married Florian W. Barker and together they shared 63½years of marriage until his death on April 29, 2007. Taking care of her family was Angie's true love and passion. Angie enjoyed volunteering her time over the years at Sts. Peter and Paul's rectory and school, as well as camping, playing cards with family and friends, and spending time with her twin sister, Lillian. Angie was also preceded in death by brothers, Joseph and Martin, and sisters, Mary, Anna, and Rose. She is survived by two children, Robert Barker of Linwood and Susan (Joseph) Scarane of Lansing; four grandchildren, Paul (Beth) Barker, Stephen (Patty) Barker, Matthew Scarane and Kristin Scarane; 3 great-grandchildren, Michael, Andrew and Nicholas; great-great-granddaughter Rylee; twin sister, Lillian Neustifter of Ionia; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the caregivers at Clare Bridge of Meridian and Heartland Hospice for their loving care. A Memorial Mass will be held on August 13, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 434 High Street, Ionia, MI with Fr. Thomas Boufford, presiding. Rite of Committal will follow at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, Ionia, MI. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 434 High Street, Ionia, MI. The family is being served by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Ionia, MI. Online condolences may be made at www.schraubenlehman.com.


 


 

Anna M. Barnard

Anna M. Barnard Passed away August 8, 2009. She was the wife of the late Robert; mother of Linda (William) McMillian, Mary Kay (Dennis) Viglione, Patti (Ted) Fica, Lori (Gary) Brandenburg; grandmother of Jennifer, Danielle, William ll, Stefan, Brian, Craig, Lisa, Anna, Heather, Thomas; great-grandmother of Jacob, Joseph, Shelby, Julia, William III, James and Floyd; and sister of Valentino Sabuco. Visitation at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, MI, (248) 348-1800, Wednesday from 2-9 p.m. Instate Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 24505 Meadowbrook Rd., Novi, until the funeral liturgy at 10:30 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to Dimondale Nursing Care Center, 4000 N. Michigan Rd., Dimondale, MI 48821 or In-house Hospice Foundation, 24293 Telegraph Rd., #102, Southfield, MI 48033. Online condolences www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com


 


 

Annalee M. Merideth 1923-2009 Annalee M. "Lee" Merideth, 85, Caseville, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2009 at home. Born in Flint on November 28, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Ralph E. and Lucille M. (Miller) Jennings and graduated from Flint Northern High School. She was united in marriage to George W. Merideth in Flint on June 166, 1951. After moving from Flint, they lived for more than 25 years in Caseville. George preceded her in death on December 9, 2004. Lee was an active member of the Pigeon First United Methodist Church where she served on many committees including Administrative Board, Pastor/ Parish, Outreach and Nominating. In addition, she taught Vacation Bible School, sang in the choir and was a member of the United Methodist Women. She also served on the Zone 1 and Top-of-the-Thumb Leisure Ministries Boards. Lee helped entertain residents at Scheurer Long Term Care, as well as Country Bay Village and Country Gardens. She was also a Scheurer Hospital volunteer in the main lobby. She was a member of the Caseville Arts Council, the Caseville Christmas Fund and the Pigeon Red Hot Flashers. Lee served for years on the Caseville Village Council and the Oakwood Housing Board. Her survivors include daughter, Gail (James) Muchler, Honor; son, Darrel Merideth, Flint; two grandsons, Scott Slosser, Hale and Tim (Tina) Slosser, Herron; great-grandson, Eric Slosser; two step-grandsons, Jim (Sue) Muchler, Mesick and Tracy (Amanda) Muchler, Grass Lake and several step great-grandchildren, step great-great-grandchildren and a step great-great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by a son, Dennis in 1977. Funeral services were held on Monday, August 3, 2009 at the Pigeon First United Methodist Church with Rev. John Britt, pastor, officiating. Burial was in Caseville Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Dennis G. Merideth Cancer Research Fund at Wayne State University or Pigeon First United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon.

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Anne Budnik

Anne Budnik of Harbor Springs died unexpectedly Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009. She was 77. Beloved wife of Paul Budnik, mother of Mary (Thomas) Bissonnette, Daniel (Deborah) Benner, James (Pamela) Benner, Anthony (Jenny) Benner, Catherine (Robert) Braigel, Thomas (Rebecca) Benner, Michael (Jill) Benner, Christopher (Patricia) Benner, and Jeannette (Jonathon) Doyle. She was a loving grandmother of 21 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, as well as stepmother of Karen, Judy and Mark Budnik. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Donald Benner, and siblings Patrick White, Daniel White, Vernonica Heinz and Virginia Burns, and grandson Stephen Benner. She is survived by siblings James White, Catherine Repshinska, Thomas White, Delores Lindstrom and Peter White.


 


 

Barbara J. Ferris

Thursday, August 6, 2009 4:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Barbara J. Ferris, 76, of Adrian, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at Toledo Hospital. She was born July 17, 1933, in Detroit, the daughter of John B. and Louise M. (Hartung) Martin. Services will be noon Friday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Adrian. Visitation will be 11 a.m. until the time of service Friday. Arrangements were entrusted to Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson.


 


 

Barbara Louise Davies *

98, of Holt, died Friday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel.


 


 

Barbara M. Thompson

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Barbara M. Thompson Barbara M. Thompson, 81, of Traverse City, died Friday, August 7, 2009, at Munson Medical Center. Barbara was born on February 6, 1928, in Traverse City, the daughter of William J. and Glenna M. (Lowing) Kiefer. Following her graduation from Traverse City High School in 1945, Barbara continued her education earning her degree in teaching. She married James W. Thompson on June 20, 1953, in Traverse City, sharing nearly 52 years together before Jim's death on Nov. 7, 2005. After teaching, raising a family and living in the Utica area for 35 years, Barbara and her husband Jim retired to the Traverse City area. She enjoyed reading, playing bridge and traveling extensively with her husband Jim. Barbara is survived by her children, William (Pamela) Thompson of Shelby Township, and their children, Aaron, Nathan, Adam and Sophia; Robert (Patricia) Thompson of Traverse City and their children, Spencer and Skylar; and Timothy (Lorrie) Thompson of Ionia and their children Bethany, Rachel, Brett and Christine. Also surviving is her great-grandson, Lincoln. In addition to her husband, Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Patricia Pagliarini. In keeping with Barbara's wishes, cremation has taken place and private family services will be held. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Traverse City. Memorial contributions in Barbara's name may be directed to the Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere, Traverse City, MI 49684 or a charity of one's choice. Please share your favorite memories of Barbara with her family at her online guest book, www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com. The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 305 6th St., Traverse City, MI 49684.


 


 

Beatrice Rose Foster

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Beatrice Rose Foster Beatrice Rose Foster, age 87, of Macomb Township for the past seven years, died August 9, 2009, at her daughter's residence in Shelby Township. Born December 31, 1921, in Detroit, Mich. Survived by her children Jane (Patsy) Damico, son-in-law Robert O. May III. Four grandchildren: Elizabeth (Shane) Jennings, Ryan May, Patsy (Danielle) Damico and William Damico. Eight great-grandchildren: Nathaniel, Garrett, Bryton, Cameron, Jacob, Joshua, Julia, Jonah. Predeceased by her husband William June 22, 2007, and daughter Joann J. May. Visitation 3-8 p.m. Wednesday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road, Utica. Services noon Thursday at funeral home. Burial at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Memorial to Disabled American Veterans. www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.


 


 

Benjamin Van Slooten Jr., 84

Sunday, August 9, 2009 11:29 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Benjamin Richard Van Slooten Jr., 84, of West Olive, died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at the First Reformed Church in Zeeland. Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland. Burial will be 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.


 


 

Bernard F. 'Bud' Magee

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Bernard F. 'Bud' Magee Bernard F. "Bud" Magee, age 91, a resident of Warren for 55 years, died August 9, 2009 in Warren. Born March 21, 1918 in Detroit. Retired from JL Hudson's after 35 years. He also worked on the Thanksgiving Day Parade for 25 years. He was a sergeant in the U.S. Marine corp. during WWII. He received a Purple Heart at the Battle of Guadalcanal. Survived by children; Michael Magee (Nancy), Terry Vrable (Dan), Timothy Magee (Terese), Barry Magee (Donna). Sibling; Margret Bayhan, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Predeceased by his wife Doris Magee (Black) who passed away November 15, 2008 after 65 years of marriage. Visitation Wednesday, August 12, 2009, 3 p.m. till time of funeral service at 7 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr, Warren. Officiated by Rev. Kevin Miles - Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Mich. Memorial contributions to St. John Hospice program. www.ahpeters.com


 


 

Bethel Mary Meister

Bethel Mary Meister Fairbanks, AK Bethel Mary Meister, age 95, passed away peacefully at The Denali Center in Fairbanks, AK on Friday, July 31, 2009. Bethel was born on September 1, 1913 to Berda Evenga and Jeremiah Derius Parker on the family farm in Mulliken, MI. She was married on July 14, 1943 to Ford Meister and spent 55 wonderful years of marriage together. They built their first home following WWII and had 3 small children. 10 years later their forth child was born into the family. She worked hard all her life, sewing, gardening, and canning for the family. She was a home maker all her life. Bethel moved to Alaska in 1996 because of her health problems. She was a member of North Pole Church of the Nazarene. Every Sunday since arriving in Alaska, the grandkids and great grandkids along with her children, had Sunday dinner together. She loved every minute of it. One year while road hunting, she was the one who spotted the moose to harvest. She loved getting out into nature. Bethel enjoyed camping and fishing also. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her, but she is in Heaven enjoying time with the Lord and Savior and family members who had passed on before her. Bethel is survived by her 4 children, 9 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. There will be a Celebration of Life Service Saturday, August 15, 2009 in North Pole, AK. Arrangements by Chapel of Chimes Funeral Home, Fairbanks, AK.


 


 

Betty Kemp Dec. 6, 1924-Aug. 2, 2009

Tuesday, August 4, 2009 12:01 PM 

Betty Kemp, age 84, of Ash Township, died on August 2, 2009 in Monroe, Michigan. 


 


 

Billie Horn

Billie "Bill" Horn Cookeville Funeral services for Mr. Billie "Bill" Horn, 71, of Cookeville will be held Tuesday August 11 at 7 p.m. in the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Rev. Charles Anderson will officiate. Graveside services and interment will be held Wednesday August 12, 2009 at the Symsonia Cemetery in Symsonia, Kentucky. Mr. Horn died Saturday afternoon August 8, 2009 in Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Mr. Horn was born May 1, 1938 in Royalton, Kentucky to the late Will Thomas and Dora Patton Horn. He was a retire associate with General Motors with over 26 years of service, and a member of the Local UAW 1618 in Lansing, MI. He and his family lived in Michigan 60 years and have made Cookeville their home since 2001. He was an avid Bowler, Fisherman and Golfer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Melvia Louise Slayden; and four brothers, Clifford Horn, Luther Horn, Ermol Horn, and Calvin Horn. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Della Slayden Horn (whom he married May 12, 1956 in Stockbridge, MI); son, Randy Horn of New Berlin, WI; two daughters and a son-in-law, Sherry Ann and Dwight Gregg of Homosassa, FL, and Neita Roland of Cookeville; six grandchildren, Leslie Gregg, Lindsey (Richard) Hinkle, Nathan Roland, Justin Roland, Hanannah Horn, and Chelsea Horn; three great-grandchildren, DellaAnn Gregg, Elizabeth Hinkle, and Ethan Hinkle; and a brother, William Thomas (Ethel) Horn of Stockbridge, MI. Mr. Horn's family will receive friends Tuesday from 5 p.m. until time of services at the funeral home. Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.hhhfunerals.com (931) 526-6111.


 


 

Carl L. Washburn

Saturday, August 8, 2009 3:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Carl L. Washburn, 100, a life-long resident of Union City, passed away Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. A memorial service will take place at a later date. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, (517) 741-9333, www.putnamfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Carl R. Hatker Jan. 12, 1917-Aug. 4, 2009

Thursday, August 6, 2009 12:57 PM 

Carl R. Hatker 92 years of Temperance, MI passed away Tuesday August 4, 2009 in the Toledo Hospital.


 


 

Caroline 'Dolly' McPherson

Thursday, August 6, 2009 2:12 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Caroline "Dolly" McPherson, 82, of Bergland, died Monday, July 27, 2009, at Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield.


 


 

Caroline Ward, 83

Friday, August 7, 2009 8:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Caroline (Kay) Ward, 83, of Fennville, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at Golden Orchards Assisted Living. Funeral services will be Monday at 11 a.m. at  Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville, with visiting from 10 a.m. until service time. Officiating will be Rev. Mark Whittaker, and burial will be in Taylor Cemetery, Ganges Township.   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.


 


 

Celine Estelle Antonelli Lapeer Celine Estelle Antonelli, 76, of Lapeer (formerly of Dryden and Key West, Fla.) passed away Friday (July 31, 2009). She ws born February 3, 1933, in Detroit, to Stephen and Helen (Kanka) Racinski. She married Francis "Frank" Antonelli on January 30, 1950 in Angola, Ind. Celine was a loving mother and wife and was a caring homemaker her entire life. She was a real estate investor and was actively involved in the family real estate business. Celine also worked as a cosmetologist. She was a member of the Elks, the VFW and the Michigan Real Estate Association. She is survived by her children, Sandra (Gary) Skellenger of Barnes Lake, Francisco Antonelli of Lapeer, Gregory Antonelli of Metamora and Judith (Edward Sawicki) Antonelli of Lapeer; grandchildren, Angela, Amy, Anthony, Francisco, Mikayla, Vito, Jennifer, Cindy and Brian; great-grandchildren, Garrett, Marissa, Blake, Sam, Sophia, Somone, Andrew, Connor and Noah; brother, Stephen; s

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Charles E. McGlaughlin "Charlie"

Charles "Charlie" E. McGlaughlin The Villages, FL Charlie McGlaughlin, age 67, born August 7, 1943 passed away suddenly on August 7, 2009 at his home in Flordia. Son of Charles Herbaugh and Josephine McGlaughlin. Charlie grew up in West Windsor (Potterville, MI), graduated from Charlotte High School in 1960, and furthered his education at Michigan State University where he was later employed and retired. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Herbaugh of Englewood, New Jersey; mother, Josephine McGlaughlin; stepfather, Ray McGlaughlin of Potterville,MI; stepbrother, John Herbaugh, and stepsister, Shirley Brower, both of New Jersey. Charlie is survived by his wife, Carol; daughter, Stacey (Paul) Karvoski of Oregon; sisters, JoeAnn (Tom) Nehmer of Vermontville, MI, Mary Nelson of Evansville, IN; brother, John (Penny) McGlaughlin of Harrison, MI; and stepbrother, Bob Herbaugh of New Jersey. The family has respectfully honored Charlie's request for cremation and no services. Condolences' may be sent to wife, Carol McGlaughlin, 2025 Dipper Loop, The Villages, Florida, 32162


 


 

Charles George

• Charles George, 68, of Baldwin, died Monday, Aug. 10. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Charles Griffin

Charles Leroy Griffin, age 87, of Boyne City, died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility.


 


 

Clarence E. French

Clarence E. French, 76, of Gladwin County, passed away in Bay Medical surrounded by his family on July 30, 2009.


 


 

Clarence H. Otto 1924-2009 Clarence H. "Pod" Otto, 84, Pigeon, passed away Monday, July 27, 2009 at Courtney Manor, Bad Axe. Born in Pigeon on November 5, 1924, he was the son of the late John and Lora (Gremel) Otto. Clarence graduated from Pigeon High School in 1942. On July 13, 1946 he was united in marriage to Florence M. Heiman at St. John's Lutheran Church, Berne. Pod loved watching baseball, especially the Detroit Tigers and coached little league for years. He enjoyed watching his grandsons play sports and enjoyed working on jigsaw puzzles as a winter hobby. In his earlier years, he enjoyed hunting. Pod retired from the Cooperative Elevator Company in Pigeon. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Berne. In addition to his wife, Florence, to whom he had been married for more than 63 years, he is survived by a son, Wayne "Butch" (Crystal) Otto, Pigeon; two grandsons, Matt (Janet) Otto, Milwaukie, Ore. and Christopher "C.J." Otto, Saginaw; a brother, Dale (Rita)Otto, Bad Axe; a sister-in-law, Jessie Otto, Pigeon and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald Otto and an infant brother; sister and brother-in-law, Arlene and William Mohr. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service was held on Monday, August 3, 2009 at the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon with Rev. Dawn Pooley officiating. Memorials may be made to Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care or Courtney Manor. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema, Pigeon.

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Cornelius (Casey) den Dulk, 99

Monday, August 10, 2009 5:33 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Cornelius (Casey) den Dulk, 99, of Sparta, died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009. Visitation is 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland, with a graveside service at 1 p.m. at Zeeland Cemetery.   A memorial service is 4 p.m. Thursday at Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 660 S. State St. Sparta www.yntemafh.com


 


 

Debbie Harris

Debbie Ann (Grunch) Harris, wife of Mark Harris of Bellaire and Boyne City, passed away at Hiland Cottage Hospice, Petoskey, Mich., Aug. 6, 2009, surrounded by her family and God's divine and merciful love.


 


 

Deborah Frane

• Deborah Kay Frane, 57, of Scottville, died Saturday, Aug. 8. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Dennis R. Proctor

Dennis R. Proctor, age 71, died Aug. 7, 2009, at his Cross Village home. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 12, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Cross Village. Arrangements were made through Schiller Funeral Home of Harbor Springs.


 


 

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Donna LaVern (McCuaig) Barrett

Donna LaVern (McCuaig) Barrett, age 85, of Carson City, passed away Friday, Aug. 7, 2009 at Spectrum Health, Butterworth in Grand Rapids., 


 


 

Dora Gentile

Saturday, August 8, 2009 2:16 AM

HURLEY, Wis. -- Dora Gentile, 74, of 306 Copper St., Hurley, died Wednesday, July 8, 2009, in Hurley. 


 


 

Dorothy F. Braun

Monday, August 10, 2009 9:53 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dorothy F. Braun, 84, of Marco Island, Fla., formerly of Adrian and Manitou Beach, Mich., passed away Aug. 8, 2009, in Naples with her family at her side.  Arrangements are pending at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

Dorothy J. McCullough

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 3:01 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Dorothy J. McCullough, 92, a longtime Ironwood, Mich., resident, died Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, in Hurley. 


 


 

Dorothy M. Falesnik

Saturday, August 8, 2009 2:21 AM

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Dorothy M. Falesnik, 92, of Ironwood, died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Douglas Alan Premoe March 22, 1953-Aug. 3, 2009

Tuesday, August 4, 2009 12:02 PM 

Douglas Alan Premoe, age 56, a lifelong resident of Monroe, MI passed away Monday, August 3, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Hospital after a short but courageous battle with cancer. 


 


 

Douglas Frederick Mernitz *

62, of Lansing, retired state Housing Development Authority director of multi-family housing development and construction, died Monday. Graveside services will be held at a later date in Rogers City. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Dr. Mehmet (Paul) Ozdaglar Dec. 15, 1926-Aug. 6, 2009

Saturday, August 8, 2009 1:50 AM 

Dr. Mehmet (Paul) Ozdaglar, M.D. was born in Turkey on December 15, 1926 and died on August 6 at St. Mary Mercy Hospital in Livonia, Michigan of a long-term illness.


 


 

Drake, America "Merkie"

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Durwood E. Sickels

Thursday, August 6, 2009 5:01 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Durwood Emery Sickels, 81, of Fremont, Ind., died Aug. 4, 2009, at Northern Lakes in Angola, Ind. He was born April 23, 1928, to Claude and Emma Irene (Spade) Sickels in Jamestown, Ind. Viewing is at Beams Funeral home in Fremont, Ind from 2-6 p.m. Sunday with funeral services at 11 a.m. Monday  at Beams Funeral Home, with the Rev. Paul Metzger officiating. Burial will be at Jamestown Cemetery, Fremont, Ind.


 


 

Eleanor Wagner

• Mrs. Eleanor Wagner, 77, of Marquette, formerly of Scottville, died Sunday, August 9. Stephens Funeral Home of Scottville is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Elizabeth Bell *

81, of Gregory, retired Elizabeth's boutique (Howell) owner, died Sunday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Grace Lutheran Church, Howell. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville.


 


 

Estella Ann McCave "Stel"

Estella "Stel" Ann McCave Lansing Estella "Stel" Ann McCave, 70, of Lansing, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2009. Funeral Services for Stel will be held on Wednesday, August 12, at 2 p.m. at Clark Family Funeral Chapel & Cremation Service, 114 S. Bradley Street, Mt. Pleasant. A luncheon will follow in the Reflections Reception Center. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 11, from 7-9 p.m. at Clark Family Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society . Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel. Estella was born on September 27, 1938, the daughter of Merton and Arloa Belle (Sperbeck) Thompson. Stel graduated from Belding High School in the Class of 1956. She married Dennis McCave June 15, 1983, who preceded her in death on November 9, 2007. Stel currently worked as a switchboard operator in Panama City, FL, and had previously worked for Sheridan Hosptial and Oldsmobile. Stel was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, and playing the piano and organ. Stel is survived by her children, Marcy Fisher Rivard of Laguna Beach, CA, Gregory Russel Fisher (Joyce) of Lansing, and Julie Ann Chippeway (Brian) of Mt. Pleasant; her grandchildren, Karmen Fox (Tony), Brian W. Chippeway, Kacey Fisher, and Adam Fisher; several nieces and nephews, especially her favorite niece, Carri Ann; several great-nieces and great-nephews; brothers, Merton Thompson (Carol) of Mason and Gary Thompson (Gail) of Lansing; sister, Billie Clark (Gerald) of Lake Panasoffkee, FL; and her dogs, Luigi and Sam. Stel was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sisters, Geraldine Thompson Blackmer and Dorothy Thompson; brothers, Danny K. Thompson and Kenneth Thompson; and nieces, Mary Belle Blackmer and Danika Thompson. You may view Stel's obituary online and send a private condolence to the family or sign the public guestbook at www.clarkfuneralchapel.com.


 


 

Esther Manuell Lopez

Esther Manuell Lopez Esther Manuell Lopez, 79, was born to parents, Ygnacio and Guadalupe Sosa Manuell on December 6, 1929, in Houston, TX, and went home to be with her "Lord and Savior" on August 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Hipolito V. Lopez; brother, Ygnacio Manuell Jr.; and sister, Lupe Manuell. Survivors include sons, Hipolito V. (Debbie) Lopez Jr., Alex M. (Amelia) Lopez, Carlos V. Lopez, Ygnacio V. (Rachel) Lopez, and Jesse V. (Terri) Lopez; daughters, Linda (Henry) Lerma, Candida V. Garcia, Elizabeth V. (Joseph) Cataruzolo, and Laura V. Lopez; brother, George (Ofelia) Manuell; sister, Violet (Robert) Wright; 23 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 12 nieces and 4 nephews. Memorial services were held in Houston, TX on August 8, 2009.


 


 

Esther Marie Livingston

Esther Marie Livingston passed away at her daughter's home in Lakeland, Fla., on Aug. 4, 2009, at the age of 80.


 


 

Eugene Phillip 'Gene' Paquet, 60

Eugene Phillip "Gene" Paquet, age 60 of Carp Lake, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009. He was born Oct. 12, 1948, in Cheboygan, the son of Anthony and Marie (Ingalls) Paquet of Mackinaw City. On Nov. 9, 1975, Gene married Dianne Foust and together they had three children, Sean Michael, Amy Elizabeth and Adam Eugene.


 


 

Evelyn G. Hall Oct. 17, 1923-Aug. 3, 2009

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 1:02 PM

Evelyn Hall, age 85 years, of Lambertville, MI, died Monday, August 3, 2009 in her home. 


 


 

Evelyn 'Johnnie' Osborn

Monday, August 10, 2009 8:37 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Evelyn “Johnnie” Osborn, of Waldron, formerly of Prattville, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009 at her home. She was born on April 9, 1918 in Morenci to Ellis and Iva (Stetten) Mepham. Evelyn married Pierce Osborn. She lived her early life in the Clayton and Prattville area and then in Waldron for the past month. She was employed at Wagner Manufacturing in Reading for several years. Surviving are two daughters, Norma Delaney of Waldron, Evelyn (Don) Reese of Waldron; three sons, Clyde (Roberta) Osborn of Hillsdale, Charles (Beverly) Osborn of Prattville, Michael Osborn of Hillsdale; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Brenda Osborn; son-in-law, Ronnie Hale; three brothers, Bobby (Deaun) Mepham of Adrian, Leonard (Helen) Mepham of Adrian, Roger Mepham of Waldron; one sister, Irene (Erwin) Harcourt of Clayton; and several nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Pierce; four daughters, Susie Osborn, Sharon Kay Osborn, Geraldine Osborn, Lillian Hale; three sons, Jimmy Osborn, Pierce Osborn, Jr., Norman Osborn, Sr.; three brothers; and four sisters. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson, with Pastor Samuel Wickard officiating. Burial will take place in Lime Creek Cemetery, Medina Township, Lenawee County. The visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

FRANCES ELLEN KASPRUS PECK Frances Ellen Kasprus, age 86, of Peck, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2009 at the Marlette Regional Hospital - Hospice Wing. She was born January 21, 1923 in Sandusky, Michigan, the daughter of the late Peter and Ella (Barnes) Decker. She married Walter William Kasprus on April 19, 1941 in Peck, Michigan. Frances was a member of the St. John Catholic Church in Peck. She is survived by four daughters, Mary Jane Orchard of Sandusky, Dorothy (Bruce) Alexander of Peck, Alice (Robert) Gredick of Florida and Debra (Russell) Bucci of Florida; twelve grandchildren, twenty four great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by one sister, Margaret Bybee and two brothers, Clemens (George) Decker and Martin Decker. Funeral Mass was held at the St. John Catholic Church, Peck with Fr. Charles Hammond, Sandusky officiating. Burial was in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peck, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Marlette Hospice or the St. John Catholic Church, Peck. Arrangements made by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky.

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Florian Ostrowski, 67

Sunday, August 9, 2009 11:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Florian J. “Joe” Ostrowski, 67, of South Bend, formerly of Fennville, died Saturday, August 8, 2009, at Elkhart Hospice House. Visitation was held Sunday at the Hahn Funeral Home, 505 W. 8th St., Mishawaka, Ind. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held today at 10:30 a.m. at the Little Flower Catholic Church where friends may also call one hour prior to services.   Additional services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church in Douglas, where the family will receive friends for one hour prior to services. Burial will be in Taylor Cemetery in Ganges Township.  


 


 

Frank James Girard Aug. 5, 2009

Friday, August 7, 2009 11:29 AM 

Frank James Girard, 55, formerly of Flat Rock, died in Detroit Wednesday night. 


 


 

Frank Raymond Burzynski

Frank Raymond Burzynski, 77, of Gladwin, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2009 after a long illness. 


 


 

Gary Lee Kruse

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George LaCroix

George LaCroix passed away peacefully Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, at his home after a 30-year battle with Crohns disease. 


 


 

Gerald M. McCaffrey

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Gerald M. McCaffrey Gerald M. McCaffrey, aged 76 of Kentwood, died Saturday, August 8, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Judith; his children, Terry (Jeff) Zelenak, Tim (Barbara Jo), Nancy (Mark) Golaszewski, Jim (Susan), Barbara (Tom) Brege, Dan (Mindy), Judy (John) Farrell, Colleen (Jerome) Kunert, Ken (Becky), Joe (Beth), Mary Anne McCaffrey, Kevin (Lisa); 23 grandchildren; seven brothers and two sisters. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 1213 52nd St. SE, with Fr. Godfrey Onyekwere, celebrant. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. Members of the family will receive relatives and friends at the Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Chapel (Kentwood), 4646 Kalamazoo SE, Tuesday 2-9 p.m. A vigil service will be held Tuesday at 8:15 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hospice-Trillium Woods or Gift of Life Foundation. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Geraldine Jo Hammill Lapeer Geraldine Jo Hammill, 58, a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away Tuesday (August 4, 2009). She was born September 4, 1950, in Brown City, to Gerald and Alma (McAllister) Townsend. She married DuWayne Hammill on August 17, 1974 in Lapeer. Geri's family was very important to her. She was a high school counselor at Goodrich High School for 23 years. Geri loved her work and her kids at school. She enjoyed outdoors, horses, her flower gardens and their property up north. She is survived by her husband, DuWayne Hammill of Lapeer; son, Justin Hammill of Novi; mother, Alma Townsend of Lapeer; brother, Bill (Mary Kay) Townsend of Lapeer; brother-in-law, William and Dianne Prins; nieces, Julie Townsend, Liz (Mike) Spranger, Cathy (Scott) Croft. She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Townsend. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Goodrich High School-Counseling Office or the Ryan Martus Scholarship

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HENRY "HANK" LABOR PECK Henry "Hank" Labor, age 89, of Peck, passed away Monday, July 27, 2009 at the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. He was born on December 6, 1919 in Applegate, Michigan, the son of the late John and Sophia (Runk) Labor. He married Mildred A. Ball on December 5, 1947 in Wayne County, Michigan. Henry was an area farmer all of his life. He was known for his bowling for 50 years. He was a member of the Countryside Free Methodist Church, in Sandusky. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Labor; one daughter, Judy Offield of Texas; one grandson, Christian (Amy) Offield of Texas; two great grandsons, Campbell Henry Offield and Cooper Bryce Offield; one brother, Carl Labor of New Mexico; one sister, Dorothy King of Southfield, Michigan; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by four brothers, John, Amil, William and Walter Labor; two sisters, Lydia Galloway and Erma Campbell. A funeral service was held at the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky with Pastor Paul Castle of Sandusky officiating. Burial was in Elk Township Cemetery in Peck, Michigan. Memorials may be made to: Countryside Free Methodist Church, Sandusky or to the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. Arrangements made by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky.

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Hagemann, Pauline A. "Polly"

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Harold Wm. LeFurge Jr.

Harold Wm. LeFurge Jr. Aged 83, died August 9, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Loraine; four daughters, Michelle LeFurge (Dennis Winters), Denise Smith, Patrice McDowell, Tamalette (David) LeFurge-McLeod; two sons, Todd and Andrew (Staci); five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Ann LeFurge and Kay (Al) Greenwood; brother, David (Kathy). He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Charles and Tom; sister, Barbra; and granddaughter, Caitlyn Smith. During World War II and the Korean War, he served as a signalman for the U.S. Navy. A Memorial Service will be held 7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 13, 2009 at Ascension Lutheran Church, 2627 44th St. SE, Grand Rapids. The family will greet relatives and friends Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ascension Lutheran Church or to the Wyoming Police Department Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol. Memories and condolences to Harold's family may be shared at www.stegengafuneralchapel.com


 


 

Heidi G. Jaeger, 80

Saturday, August 8, 2009 5:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Heidi G. Jaeger, age 80 of Holland, Michigan passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2009 at her home.   Cremation has taken place at Rosedale Memorial Park & Crematory.   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.


 


 

Helen E. Keller 1917-2009 Helen E. Keller, 92, Caseville, passed away Monday, July 27, 2009 at Scheurer Hospital, Pigeon. Born in Gaines, Genesee County on June 24, 1917, she was the daughter of the late William Nye and Eva (Utter) Judson and graduated from Gaines High School. In August 1938, she married Joseph R. Given. In November 1950, she married LaRue Keller. They have both preceded her in death. Helen worked as a nurses aid at Pontiac General Hospital from 1963-1984. She enjoyed shopping, traveling and working. She played the organ and loved all types of music, especially gospel music. She loved her ice cream and especially loved spending time with her family. Helen was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Caseville. She is survived by five children, Jack (Janice) Keller, Sterling Heights, Ronald (Lisha) Given, Bay City, Robert (Patricia) Given, Caseville, Carolyn (Donald) Taylor, Brunswick, Ga. and Marilyn (Jim) Crenshaw, Caseville; 21 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Cyril Judson, James Judson and Edward Judson and sister, Nellie Hewitt. Funeral services were held on Friday, July 31, 2009 at the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon, with Pastor Michael Goforth of Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Burial was in Crescent Hills Cemetery, Waterford Township. Memorials may be made to missions through Calvary Baptist Church.

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Helen E. Macoit

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Helen E. Macoit Helen E. Macoit, age 92, passed away August 6, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Arthur C. Loving mother of the late Arthur J. and survived by Dennis. Very proud grandmother of Cynthia (Jason) Zielinski, Michele (Mike) Snipes, Mark and Mathew. She will be laid to rest at Michigan Memorial Cemetery in Flat Rock. Please send all memorial contributions to American Heart Association or MS Society.


 


 

Helen Ruby Hovis

Helen Ruby Hovis Eaton Rapids Age 98, passed away in New Hampshire, August 8, 2009. Helen was born February 10, 1911 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of J. Manlely and Imah Helen (Odell) Card. Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 14, 2009 at the First United Methodist Church, 600 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids, MI, with Pastor Daniel Hofmann and daughter Ginger Poppler officiating. Visitation will be Thursday 6-8 p.m. at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids. www.shellyodell.com


 


 

Henrietta Fraaza, 87

Friday, August 7, 2009 8:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Henrietta Fraaza, 87, of Beaverdam, died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Beaverdam Christian Reformed Church, 5166 64th Ave., Hudsonville. Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Sunday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Beaverdam 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.


 


 

Henrietta Leisure Died Aug. 5, 2009

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Hilda Mae (Olrich) Pattison Aug. 5, 2009

Saturday, August 8, 2009 1:50 AM 

Hilda Mae (Olrich) Pattison, 82, of Ottawa Lake, MI, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at Blissfield Place Assisted Living, with her sister Loretta, niece Pam and dear friend Ed by her side. Hilda was born in 1927 to Arthur H. and Alta M.


 


 

Hiranush Brown

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 5:34 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hiranush (nee Mucerret) Brown, born March 9, 1926 in Kayseri, Anatolia, Turkey, journeyed home on the wings of angels to heaven's gate on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at McGuire's - Hillsdale Community Health Center in Hillsdale. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Brown; her parents, Sahak and Mari Mucerret; her brother, Artin Mucerretglu; and her grandson, Christopher Moerdyke. Hiranush was a proud Armenian, a proud American citizen, a proud military wife, proud mother, loving grandmother and great-grandmother. She valued the opportunities of education for her family even though she herself was illiterate. Hiranush faced life when Armenians were still struggling with the devastation of the genocide and came to the United States for the freedom and opportunities it would provide for her family. She survived diversity, love, marriage and children with faith and prayer. Her happiest moments were traveling in Europe and seeing her family college educated, successful and established. In her heart, she has always held the loving memories of Istanbul, Turkey, and will now dance to the Turkish music of eternal life. She will be lovingly and sadly missed by her daughters, Ruth Brown of Hillsdale and Marguerite (Roger) Moerdyke of Lowell; grandchildren Jerry (Jayme) Moerdyke, Philip (Erin) Moerdyke, Jaclyn Moerdyke; and great-grandson, Owen Charles Moerdyke. Funeral services for Hiranush Brown will be 11 a.m. Friday at the Van Horn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. Father Daron Stepanian officiating the Armenian mass. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment at Wauseon Union Cemetery, Wauseon, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to your chosen charity or St. Sarkis Armenian Church of Southfield. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

IN LOVING MEMORY OF Jerome "Jerry" Schmitt 9/5/1930 - 8/9/2002 WE REMEMBER YOU... WE CELEBRATE YOUR LIFE... Loving you always... Mariea, your family and your friends

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Ina P. Hallett

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Ina P. Hallett Ina P. Hallett, age 93, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2009 in her home in Clinton Township. She was born November 11, 1915 in Woodhall, N.Y. She is survived by her daughters, Yvonne Hill Kaveloski, Karen Watson and son, Edmund Hallett. Granddaughters; Ina St. Peter, Tiffany Cross and Ann Brown. Grandsons; Eric Barry and Joe Hallett and 11 great-grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Kaul Funeral Home, Roseville.


 


 

Irving Friberg

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 5:36 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Irving Friberg of Osseo passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009 at the Toledo Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. He was born Oct. 6, 1928 in Toledo, Ohio the son of Abraham and Esther (Noer) Friberg. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sonia Friberg whom he married on Aug. 14, 1960. He is also survived by two children, Jeffrey Friberg of Westland, and Michelle (Timothy) Tremmel of Wauseon, Ohio; and two sisters, Rose Gottlieb of Toledo and Betty (John) Selinske of Lake Ozark, Mo. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Friberg served his country in the United States Army from 1950 through 1952. He worked for the City of Detroit and retired after 27 years of service. At his request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Irving Friberg will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 1 p.m. Saturday with Pastor Lester Smith officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the National Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio.


 


 

Ivan P. Johnson

• Ivan P. Johnson, 83, of Ludington, died Saturday, Aug. 8. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

JOSEPH "GERMAN JOE" BAHNWEG STERLING HEIGHTS Joseph "German Joe" Bahnweg, age 75, passed away August 3, 2009. He is the beloved husband of Shirley for 53 years. Joseph is the loving father of Joseph (Ann Cook), Karen Bahnweg (Terry Vandenberghe), Henry, Arthur (Glenda), and Linda (Bernie) McGartland. Proud and loving grandfather of seven. Dear brother of Nicholas (Cheryl). Joseph was born in Molidorf, Austria-Hungary; he arrived in the United States in 1951. For five decades he was a successful business owner in Detroit's Eastern Market. Visitation will be on Wednesday 5-9pm and Thursday 1-9pm at the Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr, Sterling Heights, Michigan. Instate will be Friday 9:30am until time of 10am Mass at St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church, 48115 Schoenherr (N. of 21 Mile Rd). Arrangements made by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., Sterling Heights, Michigan, (586) 826-8550.

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Jack Allen Stone

Jack Allen Stone, age 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 28, 2009. 


 


 

James Eugene Rice

Saturday, August 8, 2009 3:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James Eugene Rice, 66, passed away Thursday evening, August 6, 2009 at his home in Ann Arbor. He was born on Nov. 8, 1942, in Ann Arbor, to C. Alfred and Evelyn Rice. He graduated from Coldwater High School in 1960 and the University of Michigan, where he earned undergraduate degrees in engineering, a PhD in physics, and an MBA. He married Sandra Johnson on Aug. 17, 1968. She survives. He was employed as a scientist/engineer at several Ann Arbor companies, including Bendix Aerospace, Optimetrics, KMS Systems, and, in 1991, with several colleagues started his own engineering company, Canopus Systems. Several of the systems that he worked on have been flown in various space missions.  He retired in 2000 after being diagnosed with melanoma and devoted himself to family, travel, and service on the Coldwater School Board. His melanoma returned earlier this year and he returned to Ann Arbor for treatment and hospice care. He is survived by his wife, Sandra, a daughter, Amy and husband-to-be Simon Perkins, a son David, his wife Whitney, and grandsons Broden and Zane, and a brother Philip. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Robert, who passed away earlier this year. Jim had a wide range of interests, especially in politics and international relations, and established the Rice Family Fund for Understanding at the Branch County Community Foundation to provide scholarships and to support other programs in this field. He owned the family farm in Girard for almost 40 years and took great interest in farm policy, water quality, and irrigation issues. Family was the most important to him, and we remember camping trips, cross-country train rides, and international travel that we did as a family. He also stayed close to his brothers and cousins and visited them often. Services will be held on Tuesday, August 11, at 11 a.m. with one hour of visitation prior to the service at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater with Dr. James Troust officiating. The family will greet friends on Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in West Girard Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rice Fund for Understanding at the Branch County Community Foundation or to the First Presbyterian Church of Coldwater. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, Coldwater, (517) 278-2311.#


 


 

Janie Agnes Fessler Lapeer Janie Agnes Fessler, a resident of Lapeer, passed away on Sunday (August 2, 2009) at the age of 62. She was born in Windsor, Ontario, Canada to her surviving father, Earl Lapain and her late mother, Rita Brisson Lapain. She is survived by her husband, Timothy Jay Fessler. After their marriage in 1992, they spent 17 wonderful years together. Janie was a compassionate soul. Her love for animals directed her to volunteer work at the Paradise Animal Shelter in Columbiaville. She also devoted much of her time to helping others at the North Branch United Methodist Church and Trinity United Methodist Church in Lapeer. Most of all, Janie was passionate about her family and spending quality time with her grandchildren. It is her love and compassion that they will all deeply miss. Janie is also survived by her twin daughters, Lynn (Tim) Wright and Peggy (Lee Fannin) Auciello; son, Scott (Debbie) Hornak; grandchildren, Joshua Wright, Benjamin Wright,

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Jean M. Stuckey

Thursday, August 6, 2009 10:04 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jean M. Stuckey, 94, of Howe, Ind., died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at Life Care Center of LaGrange. She was born July 21, 1915, in Detroit to Roy and Leah (Day) Macgregor; they both preceded her in death. She married Donald B. Stuckey on July 2, 1938, in Port Huron, Mich.; he preceded her in death Dec. 7, 1996. Mrs. Stuckey moved with her husband to Howe Military School in 1939 from Detroit and was a homemaker. She was a member of the Lima Presbyterian Church in Howe, Women’s Society of the church, and a 56-year member of Philomath’s of Howe. She was a member of the LaGrange County Cancer Society and a volunteer at the Well-Child Clinic and the LaGrange County Hospital. Mrs. Stuckey is survived by a daughter, Pamela Stuckey of Las Cruces, N.M.; two sons and daughters-in-law, Donald M. “Chip” and Ellen Stuckey of Howe, and Raymond A. and Karen Stuckey of Angola, Ind.; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Joan Coffey. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Aug. 31 at Lima Presbyterian Church in Howe, Ind. Memorials may be made to the Lima Presbyterian Church. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Jean P. Clark (Feher)

Jean P. (Feher) Clark Lansing Formerly of Horsehead Lake. Born September 29, 1932 in St. Johns, Michigan to Peter and Mary (Rootensteiner) Feher went to join the angels on August 10, 2009 at the age of 76. Jean worked for Chippewa Hill School District for 26 years. After retiring, she moved to Lansing to be close to her family, especially her grandchildren, whom she adored. Jean loved her family, friends, and neighbors, enjoyed playing piano and listening to music, painting arts, crafts, cooking, and was always ready for a game of cards. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Robert. She is survived by her loving family, 2 sons, Kent (Mari) and Brent (Yvonne) all of Potterville; 6 grandchildren, Phu Nguyen, Kendrah (Jason) Streeter, Jarrod (Sarah) Clark, Arika Clark, Cody Clark, Marissa Clark; one great-grandson, Bridger Streeter; 1 sister, Hazel (Donald) Lienhart; 2 brothers, Dan (Bonnie) Feher and Ray (Marilyn) Feher; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave, Lansing from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2009. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, August 14, 2009 12:00 p.m. with the Reverend Jimmy Dunahoo officiating. Interment will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. Her family would like to express deep appreciation and thanks to Eaton Community Hospice. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Eaton Community Hospice 2675 South Cochran Rd, Charlotte, MI 48813, in loving memory of Jean.


 


 

Jeffery A. Andersen

A memorial service will be held on August 11 for Jeffery A. Andersen of Tampa Fla., who passed away on May 9. Jeff is the son of Roger (Putta) and Rhona Andersen of Ludington. The service will be held... 


 


 

Joanne Carmichael

Friday, August 7, 2009 9:09 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joanne Carmichael, 80, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Friday morning, Aug. 7, 2009, at her home. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel of Sturgis.   


 


 

John Frederick Bell *

37, of Rockport, Texas, formerly of Dansville, died Thursday of natural causes. Arrangements by Charlie Marshall Funeral Homes & Crematory, Rockport, Texas. 


 


 

John Thomas Campbell Feb. 12, 1922-July 24, 2009

Tuesday, August 4, 2009 12:02 PM 

John "Tom" Campbell, 87, died peacefully July 24, 2009. 


 


 

John William Roden "Jack"

John William "Jack" Roden East Lansing Age 81, died August 9, 2009; born January 28, 1928 in Minneapolis, Minnesota; the son of John Joseph and Lucille (Conners) Roden. Mr. Roden graduated from East Lansing High School and Michigan State Univer sity. He was a USAF Mosquito pilot in the Korean War and later flew for the Michigan Air National Guard. He looked forward to family time on Canadian- Minnesota border lakes, and his Dieter dogs. He joined Beech Aircraft as district sales manager and later owned a Volkswagon dealership in Marquette, Michigan. More recently he worked in commercial real estate investments and consulting. Surviving are his wife, Roberta; son, William Roden; daughters, Nancy (Dennis) Mooney, Mary Hamilton, Barbara Roden and Patricia Grogis; grandchildren, Allison Mooney, J.R. Mooney, Natalie Mooney, J.J. Grogis and Bobby Grogis. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at 12 Noon, Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Avenue, East Lansing with the Rev. James Lothamer officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 11, at the funeral home from 5:00-8:00 p.m. and 1 hour before the service. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lansing, 4052 Legacy Parkway, Suite 200, Lansing, MI 48911, or the Alzheimer's Association , Greater Michigan Chapter, 20300 Civic Center Drive, Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076 in memory of Mr. Roden., 72, of East Lansing, retired teacher, died Monday. Graveside services 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery, Lansing. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel., 72, of Nashville, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday at Nashville United Methodist Church, Nashville. Arrangements by Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville., Melissa VanPatten Lansing Born the daughter of David and Patricia Kingery June 23, 1966, Melissa VanPatten died August 9, 2009 at the age of 43. She was a member of Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church. She was active in her nursing career working in all of the Lansing hospitals and for Dr. John Putz in Lansing. Melissa was preceded in death by her father; father-in-law, Gary VanPatten; grandmother, Viola Johnson; and grandfathe,r Paul Kingery. She is survived by her husband, Jeffery; daughter, Samantha VanPatten; son, Alexander VanPatten; her mother; mother-in-law, Cheryl VanPatten; brother, David Kingery; nephew, Ty Kingery; and 2 brothers-in-law, Robert VanPatten (Fiance Lori Thomas), and Frederick VanPatten. A memorial service will be held Thursday, August 13, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 549 E. Mount Hope, Lansing with the Rev. James R. Lichtenberger officiating. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Contributions may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, Inc., 505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902, New York, NY 10018 in memory of Melissa., Clair L. Wilhelm Mason Clair entered into eternal life on August 8, 2009. He was born September 9, 1925 in Redding, PA. An educator and coach for more than forty years, he loved teaching and the students whose lives he touched. He often spoke of the joy he felt in the successes of his "Kids." As a coach he taught the values of hard work, perseverance and love of team, and his life exemplified those values as well. He was elected to the Michigan Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame in 1994 and made honorary member in the Mason Chapter of the FFA in 2005. Clair was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Kaye and is survived by his loving wife Barbara, son Karl (Lisa) and the lights of his life, his granddaughters, Emma Kaye and Tessa Dianne Wilhelm. There will be no services. Memorials may be made in his honor to McLaren Visiting Nurse and Hospice, 2316 South Cedar St., Suite 600, Lansing, MI 48910. The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 621 S. Jefferson, Mason, MI., 83, of Mason, retired Mason Public Schools teacher and coach, died Saturday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason.


 


 

Joyce Allossery

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Joyce Allossery Joyce Allossery, age 82, passed away August 4, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Eugene. Loving mother of Gregory (Suzi), the late Eugene (Denise) and Brian. Dearest grandmother of Fawne, Kasey, Eugene, Brian, Justin, and Brett. Memorial visitation Thursday 1 to 4 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile (northwest corner 18 Mile and Ryan).


 


 

Joyce Loveland *

75, of Charlotte, died Monday. Visitation 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

Kathleen E. Hass 1914-2009 Kathleen E. Hass, 94, Bad Axe, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2009 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. She was born on September 1, 1914 in Port Hope, daughter of the late Leo and Martha (Kennedy) Lawitzke. She married Albert A. Hass on December 26, 1938 in Port Hope. He preceded her in death on September 19, 1992. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, where she had taught Sunday School classes and was actively involved with many of the churches activities and functions. She was a member of the Huron County Extension and the Michigan Retired Teachers Association. She taught school at various schools in the area ranging from a one room school to completing her teaching career with the Bad Axe Public Schools. She is survived by two daughters, Dorothea (Joseph) Carey, Brookline, Mass. and Angela (Arthur) Maringas, Cambridge, Mass.; two sons, Albert F. Hass, Bad Axe and Karl (Susan) Hass, Bad Axe; one sister, Florine Weiss, Port Hope; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and a son-in-law, Donald Brade, Kinde. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Martha Brade and Annette Hass, one brother, Alan Lawitzke and a sister, Pauline Lawitzke. Services were held on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor, officiated. Burial took place in Colfax Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe.

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Kathleen R. Cooper

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Kathleen R. Cooper Kathleen R. Cooper, age 86. August 9, 2009. Kathleen was a secretary at St. Joseph's East and West Hospitals. She enjoyed volunteering at the Mount Clemens Art Center. Beloved wife of the late Arthur. Loving mother of the late Raymond, Lawrence (the late Janice), Charles, Marie Malick. Loving grandmother of Curtis, Michelle, Renee, Jeffery, Kevin, Riley, Danielle. Loving great-grandmother of Ragan, Mason, Blake, Nolan and Frankie. Dearest sister of the late James Burnsfield. The family would like to thank everyone at Wynwood Assisted Living for their kindness and support. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral service Thursday 10 a.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Memorial may be made to Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Interment St. Peter Cemetery, Clinton Township. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Kathryn P. Niner

Sunday, August 9, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kathryn P. Niner, age 52, of Onsted, formerly of Hudson, passed away Aug. 8, 2009. Kathryn was born July 14, 1957, in Adrian, the daughter of Paul and Alice (Cleghorn) Niner.  Kathryn is survived by nephews, Richard (Stacy), Chris (Tereasa) and Russell Niner; nieces, Alethea Niner and Megan (Greg) Konarski; and several great-nieces and -nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Private family burial will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery, Hudson. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday before the service.  Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Kimberly R. Carnegie *

37, of Lansing, died Sunday of natural causes. Services 11 a.m. Friday at Galilee Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. 


 


 

LELAND SMECKERT SNOVER Leland Smeckert, age 90, of Snover, passed away, Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at the McKenzie Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 15, 1919 in Snover, Michigan, the son of the late Gordon and Grace (Blank) Smeckert. He married Doris Idel Pierce on April 8, 1950 in Caro, Michigan. Leland was an area dairy farmer all of his life. He also sold Insurance for Sanilac Mutual Insurance Company for 50 years. He was a member of the Heritage United Methodist Church in Snover and the Snover Lions Club. Leland still lived in the same house he was born in. He is survived by his wife, Doris Smeckert; one son, Terry (Teresa) Smeckert of Allendale; one daughter, Jenell (Keith) Praay of Grand Rapids; one step-daughter, Diane Noble-Hepfer of Caro, two grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; one great granddaughter and six step-great grandchildren; one sister, Joyce Cameron of Cass City, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by one sister, Helen Stevenson and one step-great grandson, Nicholas Noble. Funeral Services were held at the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky with Pastor David Pratt of Snover officiating. Burial was in the Moore Township Cemetery in Snover, Michigan. Memorials may be made to: Heritage United Methodist Church, Snover. Arrangements made by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky.

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Lawrence D. Green "Larry"

Lawrence "Larry" D. Green Lawrence "Larry" D. Green, age 60 formerly of Greenville died on August 8, 2009 at University of Michigan Medical Center. Larry was born August 2, 1949 to Willis and Dorothy (Williams) Green. Visit with his family and friends, view his life story film and share light refreshments on Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Life Story Funeral Home, Vicksburg; 409 S. Main St. (649-1697). A Funeral will be held on Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the same location. Larry was preceded in death by his mother Dorothy in 2000 and his brother Byron in 1995. He is survived by his father, Willis Green of Vicksburg; his brother and his wife, Mickey and Rosanne Green of Livonia; his nephews and their wives, Ryan and Erin Green and their daughter, Olivia, and David and Shelley Green, and their daughters, Carson and Maggie. Please visit Larry's memory page at www.lifestorynet.com where you can read his life story, archive a memory or photo, sign his memory book online before coming to the funeral home or make a memorial donation to the East Lansing High School Athletic Fund.


 


 

Lawrence Edward Kollmorgen

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Lawrence Edward Kollmorgen Lawrence Edward Kollmorgen, age 91, August 10, 2009. Born Nov 1, 1917, Lawrence worked for the Ironrite Company from 1947 until 1960 and for the American Can Company from 1962 until 1976 when he retired. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. The son of William and Mary (See) Kollmorgen. Surviving are his wife, Leona whom he married in 1940. Also a son, Donald (Rose) of Irvine, Ca and daughter Shirley Seger (John) of Troy. Seven grandchildren; Bonnie, Paul, Matthew, Krista, Heide, Korrin and Mark. Twelve great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother Arthur Kollmorgen. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Hauss Funeral Home, 47477 Romeo Plank, Macomb Township and Friday from 9 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 24 Mile and Romeo Plank, Macomb Township.


 


 

Lee G. Farrington 1942-2009 Lee G. Farrington, 67, Caseville, died Saturday, August 1, 2009 at Huron Medical Care Facility near Bad Axe after a long illness. Lee was born May 24, 1942 in Warren, Ohio to the late Glen and Lois (Lossee) Farrington. On November 13, 1971 he married Erna Hicks in Wyandotte, together they lived in Westland while Lee worked at Montgomery Ward in auto maintenance. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. In 1997 they moved permanently to Caseville. Lee was a member of the Caseville Eagles. He enjoyed boating, fishing, reading and also listening to music. Lee is survived by his wife, Erna; step-children, Connie Green, Ypsilanti, Caren Pankow, Mt. Pleasant and Richard (Julie) Pankow, Fla; grandchildren, Jocelyn, Samantha, Cody and Jamie; sister, Ann (John) McNab, S.C. and Kathy (James) Burch, Farmington Hills; niece, Debbie (Kevin) Moore, Kalamazoo and nephew, Kevin (Becky), Colo.; and five great-nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2009 at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville, followed by a luncheon at the Caseville Eagles. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. Thursday until the time of the service. Memorials may be made to either Alzheimer s Association or Parkinson s Foundation. Condolences may be shared at www.cfcCaseville.com

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Lenore P. Baker

Monday, August 10, 2009 9:51 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lenore P. Baker, age 91, of Adrian died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Leo M. Fedewa *

84, of St. Johns, died Friday. Services 10:30 a.m. today at St. Mary Catholic Church, Westphalia. Arrangements by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland. 


 


 

Leroy D. Miller *

84, of Charlotte, World War II Army veteran, retired Recordio Corp., World Magnetics Co., and Charlotte Schools employee, died Saturday. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

Leslie E. Gober *

89, of Holt, retired truck driver, died Friday. Memorial services 2 p.m. Thursday at Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Holt Chapel. 


 


 

Lester Lewis Cortright *

73, of Lansing, retired American Rentals Co. employee, died Sunday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel.


 


 

Linda J. Brockway

Sunday, August 9, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Linda J. Brockway, age 44, passed away Aug. 6, 2009. Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Lisa Lynn Zyski Fostoria Lisa Lynn Zyski, 44, of Fostoria, passed away Monday (August 3, 2009). She was born September 17, 1964, in Pontiac, to Richard J. and Mary Jo (Bedard) Zyski. Lisa loved horses and was learning to train harness horses. She is survived by her partner, Traci Reitano of Fostoria; stepfather, Robert (Sandy) Koendarfer; adopted parents, Robert (Gloria) Bakewell of Fostoria; nieces and nephews, Nicholas, Derek, Erica, Brett, Hayden and Katelyn; siblings, Virginia (Larry) McGhee of Ferndale, Robert (Carol) Koendarfer II of Royal Oak, Brian (Angie) Koendarfer of Virginia; sisters-in-law, Kristi Reitano of Clarkston and Cari (Fred) Locher of Waterford. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Jo Koendarfer; sister, Cynthia Koendarfer. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Memorial services took place Friday (August 7, 2009) at Mountainview Country Club in Waterford. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lape

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Lois Ann Williams

Monday, August 10, 2009 9:50 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lois Ann Williams, age 73, of Adrian died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at 7:50 p.m. at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Louis J. Marconeri

Monday, August 10, 2009 2:19 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Louis J. Marconeri, 90, of 102 S. Moore St., Bessemer, died Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Lucas, Winnie *

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Lucille B. Alexander

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Lucille B. Alexander Lucille B. Alexander, age 92, passed away August 8, 2009. Formerly of Mount Clemens. Beloved wife of the late F.M. "Mac" Alexander. Dearest mother of James, Ross (Jackie) and Keith (Lavonne). Dear grandmother of Maclean, Theresa, Dustin, Amy, and Christopher. Sister of Eleanor (Michalak), Dorothy (Winkworth), and the late James Barker. Memorial services today, Aug. 11 at 1 p.m. at St Joseph's Catholic Church, 712 N. Lapeer Rd., Lake Orion, MI 48362. Memorial donation suggestion; Arthritis Foundation, Michigan Chapter, 1050 Wilshire Drive, 302, Troy, MI 48084 (248) 649-2891.


 


 

Madge L. Whaley

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 3:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Madge L. Whaley, 84, formerly of Quincy, passed away Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009 at her home in Coldwater.  She was born Oct. 5, 1924 in Hillsdale County, to George and Della (Kuhn) Ellis. Madge retired from Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility in Coldwater, where she had worked 25 years in the dietary department. She is survived by her son Kenneth (Sandra) Whaley of Montgomery; three grandchildren Rodney, Doug and Byron Harper; and numerous great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her husband Robert Lee Whaley in 1975 and one daughter Gloria Harper. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Aug. 13 at 1 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy. Visitation is scheduled Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of service.


 


 

Margaret Kiel

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Marina E. Bender

Monday, August 10, 2009 8:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marina E. Bender, 60, of Litchfield, passed away Friday, Aug. 7, 2009 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born May 6, 1949 in Hettenleidelheim, Germany, the daughter of Harry and Elizabeth (Ullmer) Birkinsha. Marina worked at the Litchfield (State Savings) Bank for many years, and later became a customer representative for Alltel. She will be sadly missed by her husband, Kenneth James “Jim” Bender, whom she married Feb. 27, 1970; two sons, Scott Bender of Homer, Mark (Michelle) Bender of Hillsdale; three grandchildren, Bryce, Payton and Riley Bender; one sister, Elizabeth Birkinsha of Virginia Beach, Va.; and one brother, Harry Birkinsha of Tulsa, Okla. Her parents and one sister, Kathy, preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Visitation is scheduled 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Fresenius Dialysis Center, Coldwater.


 


 

Mario Rosati

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Mario Rosati Mario Rosati, age 83, died August 8, 2009. Mr. Rosati was a member of the VFW Post 140, St. Sylvester Usher's Club, a volunteer at St. John Macomb Hospital and a former and active parishioner of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. Among his many years of involvement at Good Counsel he served as past president of the school board and was president of both the Dad's Club and Parish Council. Beloved husband of Antoinette. Loving father of David (Maureen), Richard (Phyllis) and Thomas (Elizabeth). Proud grandfather of Richard, Brittany, Meghan, and Thomas Rosati; and Diana Vizcarra. Dearest brother of Vincent (Irene), Theresa (the late Albert) Savoretti and the late Josephine (Alex) DiMambro. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m., Wednesday 1-9 p.m. with evening rosary at 7 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). 7:30 p.m. VFW service Wednesday. Funeral Thursday, in state 10 a.m. at St. Sylvester Church, 11200 12 Mile (between Hoover & Van Dyke) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Donations are welcome to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen or St. John Hospice. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Marjean Louise Millis Lapeer Marjean Louise Millis, 76, a lifetime Lapeer resident, passed away Saturday (August 1, 2009). She was born September 26, 1932, in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., to Stanley and Sara (McKee) McKenzie. She married Frank Millis on September 12, 1953 at the old Methodist Church in Lapeer. Rev. Smith officiated. Marjean graduated from Lapeer High School, class of 1950. She worked at First National Bank as a bookkeeper, until she and Frank started having kids. Marjean was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and wife for her entire life. She was a great seamstress. She is survived by her husband, Frank Millis of Lapeer; children, Tom Millis of Lapeer, Sally (Ed) Crawford of Lapeer and Stan Millis of Lapeer; grandchildren, Heather (Tim) Pizzala and Jeremy Wagner; great-grandchildren, Payton and Brooke. Marjean is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Gordon and Robert. In lieu of flowers, memoria

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Martha Ann Bellows

Martha Ann Bellows Eaton Rapids Age 80, passed away in Lansing, August 9, 2009. She was born in Lansing, November 3, 1928, the daughter of Fern L. (Stark) Sawdy and Jacob W. Thompson. Martha lived in Eaton Rapids all of her adult life. She married George H Bellows on June 20, 1947 in Okemos. She was employed for many years by the Eaton Rapids Medical Clinic, where she worked in the billing department. Martha was an expert quilter, which earned her many blue ribbons throughout the state. She was a seamstress, gardener and homemaker. Martha canned and preserved her garden vegetables and fruits for years. Martha, George and their children spent many summers at Horsehead Lake in Mecosta swimming, boating, skiing and fishing. She loved to fish. Martha is survived by her husband George; son, Allan A. Bellows of Eaton Rapids; daughters, Susan M. Bellows of Charlotte, Deborah L. (James) Charles of Eaton Rapids; 5 grandchildren, Chad (Donna) Bellows, Laura (Caleb) Phelps, Jessica (Robert) Harbitz, Abigail Buchin and Jennie Charles; 3 great-grandchildren, Addison Bellows, Owen Bellows and Stephanie Colosky. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Patrick Bellows; brothers, Jacob Thompson and Howard Thompson. Funeral Services will be 11 am, Thursday, August 13, 2009, at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Randy Royston officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday 6-8 pm at the funeral home. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 S. Cochrane Rd., Charlotte, MI 48813. www.shellyodell.com


 


 

Martha Barber Lowrance, 78

Martha B. "Marty" Lowrance, 78, of Earlysville, died peacefully on Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey, surrounded by her family.


 


 

Marvin Lee Molasky, 81

Marvin Lee Molasky, 81, of Charlevoix, and formerly of West Bloomfield, Mich., died peacefully Aug. 8, 2009, in Charlevoix. 


 


 

Mary Ann Busk

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 2:19 AM 

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. -- Mary Ann Busk, 67, of Hendersonville, formerly of Bessemer, Mich., passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009, with her family by her side. 


 


 

Mary Ann Flynn

Saturday, August 8, 2009 3:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Ann Flynn, 79, of Burlington, died on Thursday, August 6, 2009, at her home. Mrs. Flynn was born on March 30, 1930, in Coldwater to Joseph and Ona (Boone) Lothamer.  On October 2, 1948, she married John J. Flynn in Marshall.  He preceded her in death on September 14, 1997. Mrs. Flynn was a home maker, and she stayed at home and raised her family on their farm.  After her children had grown up, she worked for Acorn Building Components for 15 years. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Union City.  Mrs. Flynn enjoyed spending time in her flower garden, watching her many humming birds, reading, and playing euchre. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was a warm, generous, loving mother, and grandmother and will be sadly missed. She is survived by her four daughters, Sue (Bob) Cahrier of Fort Wayne, Ind., Pamela (Fred) Woods of Ceresco, Carol (Dan) Nearpass, of Coldwater, Cathy (Randy) Combs of Tekonsha, eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings, Donald Lothamer, Betty Bean, Floyd Lothamer, Theresa Benjamin, Shirley Licht, and Linda Clark. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son James Flynn, a grandson Timothy Kleinhardt, brothers Paul, Bob, Jim, David Edward and Alfred Lothamer. Visitation will take place at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home on Sunday from 1-7 p.m. with family present to greet friends from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. with a rosary service taking place at 7 p.m. Funeral services celebrating her life will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home with Father James Lothamer officiating. Interment will follow at Salem Lutheran Cemetery. Family requests memorial contributions be made to the Oaklawn Hospice or to the Marshall Fountain Clinic. Assistance with memorials is available at the Kempf Funeral Home. Leave a personal message for the family and sign the online guest book at www.kempffuneralhome.com.#


 


 

Mary Margaret Snoddy Lapeer Mary Margaret Snoddy, 93, of Lapeer since the early '40's (formerly of Hollidaysburg, Pa.) passed away Thursday (August 6, 2009). She was born December 22, 1915, in Hollidaysburg, Pa., to Joseph and Rose (Greinader) Leightner. She married Richard Donald Snoddy on May 22, 1943 at Camp Roberts in California. Mary earned her masters degree in psychology. She was a clinical psychologist and elementary educator. Mary worked for the Lapeer State Home, Bishop Kelley Catholic School and, ultimately, for the Lapeer Intermediate School District. She retired in 1986. Mary was a longtime member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Lapeer. She is survived by her daughter, Karen (John) Gaskill of Utica; grandchildren, Joseph (Bonnie) Syler, Andrea (Ian) Powell and Gretchen (Jim) Reichenbach; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Joseph (Arlene) Leightner of Cherry Hill, N.J. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Snoddy in 1962; her parents; si

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Mary V. Weed, 85

Saturday, August 8, 2009 5:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary V. Weed, age 85, of Fennville, died Friday, Aug. 7, 2009 at Holland Community Hospital.   Visitation will be Monday, Aug 10, 2009 from 6-8 pm at the Chappell Funeral Home, and funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 at the funeral home, with Rev. Jean Smith officiating. Burial will be in Taylor Cemetery Ganges Township.   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.


 


 

Maudie Risner

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 5:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Maudie Risner, 72, of Hudson, passed away Monday, Aug. 3, 2009 at her home. She was born on March 25, 1937 in Salyersville, Ky, the daughter of Noah and Maxie (Rice) Bailey. Maudie married Mort J. Risner on Feb. 22, 1954 in Salyersville. He survives. They moved to Michigan in 1962, the last 25 years in Hudson. Maudie enjoyed dolls, crafts, decorating things especially at Christmas time and spending time with her family. Surviving Maudie besides her husband, Mort are their four children, Floyd (Kelly) Risner of Ridgeway, S.C., Brenda (Denny) Willoughby of Frankfort, Ky., Connie (Kevin) Ming of Hudson and Debra (John) Bilton of Hudson; daughter-in-law, Linda Risner of Pittsford; 15 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mabel Mann of Indiana, Thelma Cole of Kentucky; one brother, Charlie Bailey of Kentucky; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Michael Risner; daughter, Glory Ann in infancy; brother, Junior Bailey; and sisters, Ethel Tibbs and Betty Williams. Funeral Services for Maudie will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with Pastor Darren Lemon officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee or to the family. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Maxine E. Hewson

Maxine E. Hewson East Lansing Born July 11, 1922 to Ellis and Edna (Tomlinson) Stofflett, Maxine E. Hewson died August 9, 2009 at the age of 87. She was married for 56 wonderful years to Donald Hewson. Maxine's greatest passion in life was her family. She created beautiful photo albums and enjoyed giving them as gifts for special occasions. She also enjoyed cooking, baking, and planning family gatherings. Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, 3 sisters, and 3 brothers. She is survived by her husband; daughters, Joyce (Donald) Root, Judy (Charles) Wall, Deborah (Reo) Miller; sons, James (Janice) Hewson, and Gordon Bottomly; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Thursday, August 13, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Katherine's Episcopal Chapel, 4650 Meridian Rd, Williamston, with the Rev. Jannel Glennie, Rector officiating. Contributions may be made to Hospice House of Mid Michigan, P.O. Box 30480, Lansing, MI 48909, or the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan, 1169 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 in memory of Maxine.


 


 

McLaughlin Jr., Wilford Lee *

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Melvin D. Hatfield

Melvin D. Hatfield Levering Melvin D. Hatfield of Levering, MI and formerly of Bath, MI, died August 8, 2009 at the Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte, MI Melvin was a retired employee of Motor Wheel. He is survived by 4 sons, Roger (Becky) Hatfield of Hopkinsville, KY, Roy (Diane) Hatfield of St. Helen, MI, Jim (Angie) Hatfield of McBride, MI, and Jerry (Brenda) Hatfield of Eagle, MI; 9 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and a sister. Funeral services will be held Today, August 11th in Petoskey, MI. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be directed to the Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 South Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813.


 


 

Merril H. Bates

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Michael C. (Mike) Wood

Michael C. (Mike) Wood of Vista, California, formerly of Mt. Morris, age 56, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2009.


 


 

Michael L. Mowry

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 11:34 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Michael L. Mowry, age 61, of Sturgis, a loving and gentle man his entire life, passed away early Wednesday morning, Aug. 5, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital. He was born July 31, 1948, in Sturgis, Mich., a son to the late Russell and Mildred (Kelly) Mowry. Mike was a lifelong resident of Sturgis. He is survived by one brother, Dr. Robert (Betsy) Mowry of Sturgis; one sister, Laura (Bill) Mowry Holtz of Monona, Wis.; and several nieces and nephews. Mike was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers: Thomas Mowry, Douglas Mowry and William Mowry. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. No services are scheduled. Private burial of the ashes will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091 is entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Mowry’s memory consider St. Joseph County Community Mental Health, 677A Main St., Centreville, MI 49032. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Mildred V. Slagh, 97

Friday, August 7, 2009 8:25 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mildred V. Slagh, 97, of Grand Rapids, died Aug. 7, 2009. A visitation will be Monday, 10-11 a.m. at Lake Funeral Home in Saranac where the family will receive friends and relatives. At Mildred’s request, a private funeral for family only will be at Saranac 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.


 


 

Monica C. Darmafall

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Monica C. Darmafall Monica C. Darmafall, age 93, died August 8, 2009. Mrs. Darmafall was a longtime member of the St. Angela Altar Society. Beloved wife of the late Peter. Loving mother of Catherine Bacon, Gerald (Rebecca) and Lawrence (Barbara). Proud grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 15. Dear sister of Marie (Harley) Sproul. Dearest sister-in-law of Marion McCarthy. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Friday, in state 10:30 a.m. at St. Angela Church, 25001 Chippendale (north of 10 Mile between Gratiot and I-94 ) until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Donations are welcome to St. Angela Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Natalie Grace Teusink, infant

Monday, August 10, 2009 5:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Natalie Grace Teusink, infant daughter of Jeff and Wendy Teusink of Wyoming, was born and died Aug. 8, 2009. A graveside service was held at Graafschap Cemetery. www.notierverleelangeland.com 


 


 

Nellie M. Daniels May 7, 1927-Aug. 5, 2009

Saturday, August 8, 2009 1:50 AM 

Nellie M. Daniels, 82, of Louisa, Ky., went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009. 


 


 

Norma J. Williams

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 11:36 PM - Brandon Watson watson@sturgisjournal.com 

Norma Jean Williams, age 67, of Nottawa, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at her home. She was born in Vicksburg, Mich., on Nov. 11, 1941, a daughter of Robert and Martha (Huntington) Headley. Norma graduated from Centreville Public Schools. She married Richard C. “Buzz” Williams on July 26, 1959, and she was so proud to have just celebrated their 50th anniversary. Norma worked as a housekeeper at Keystone Place for 10 years, retiring in 2006. She previously volunteered at the Community Action Agency for five years. Norma was a member of the React Club helping to find lost children at the county fair, the Three Rivers CB Club and the St. Joseph County Saddle Club. She served as parade chairman for three years, Nottawa Township Constable, Cub Scout leader and Sunday school teacher. Norma also helped establish Pee Wee baseball in Centreville and was the Nottawa news reporter for the Sturgis Journal. Surviving are her husband, Richard C. “Buzz” Williams; sons, Richard M. Williams of Nottawa, Robert G. (Karen) Williams of Sturgis, Raymond C. Williams of Nottawa, and Roger A. Williams of Nottawa; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a brother, Walter Headley of Three Rivers; and several nieces and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Ronald Lee Headley; and a nephew, Randy Williams. Relatives and friends will be received Friday from 2-4 p.m. at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville, where religious services will be held at 4 p.m. with Pastor Clint Zehr of New Covenant Christian Fellowship in Burr Oak officiating. Interment will be at the Nottawa Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online messages may be left for the family at eleyfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

OLIVE LUCILLE ROTHWELL PECK Olive Lucille Rothwell, age 95, of Peck, passed away, Monday, August 3, 2009 at Autumnwood of Deckerville. She was born August 16, 1913 in Palms, Michigan, the daughter of the late Gottlieb and Florence (Innis) Harnisch. Olive ran her own restaurant in Peck for many years. She specialized in homemade pies. Her hobbies were gardening, outside flowers, and playing bingo. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by three daughters, Marlene Fagan of Carsonville, Rita (Jerry) Miller of Lapeer, Sharon Shanley of Applegate; one son, Gary Rothwell of Peck; ten grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred D. Rothwell; one daughter, Diane K. Rothwell; one sister, Rose Lloyd and one brother, Everett Harnisch. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 5th from 2:00 until 8:00 P.M. at the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, August 6th, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. at the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky with Pastor Doug Richardson, Marlette officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Sandusky, Michigan. Memorials may be made to: United Hospice Service or Autumnwood of Deckerville. Arrangements made by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky.

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Orley L. Leeth

Monday, August 10, 2009 11:55 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Orley L. Leeth, 94, of White Pigeon, died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. Vistiation will be noon-2 p.m. Thursday at the Farrand Funeral Home inWhite Pigeon. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday. See Wednesday’s Journal for a complete obituary.


 


 

Other deaths

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Other deaths Miriam Traub, 67, of Macomb Township, formerly of Sterling Heights, Hauss Funeral Home, Macomb Township 


 


 

Patricia Ann (Foster) Winters

Patricia Ann (Foster) Winters, of Petoskey, passed away Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009, in her home. A complete obituary will follow. 


 


 

Patrick A. Dell 1930-2009 Patrick A. Dell, 79, Caseville, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2009 at Genesys Medical Center in Grand Blanc following a long illness. Pat was born January 27, 1930 in Highland Park to the late Brian and Stella (Brandimore) Dell. On July 20, 1957, he married Barbara Ann Himmel of Caseville at St. Roch Church. He grew up in Detroit and graduated from Lincoln High School. In 1950, he moved to Caseville. He served in the US Army during the Korean War, stationed in Germany. After leaving the service in 1953, he returned to work as a welder in Owendale and then was hired as the first employee at Pigeon Manufacturing, retiring in 1989. In 1962, he won a Ford Falcon Wagon in a national car give-away sponsored by Ford. He was a member of the Caseville American Legion. He enjoyed tinkering and fixing things around the house, fishing, flying remote control planes, and most of all, making people laugh and enjoying the company of his family and friends. He issurvived by his wife, Barbara; children, Tamera (Cliff) Cook and Rick and Brice, all of Caseville. He was preceded in death by his brothers, George and Brian and sisters, Shirley Wilding and Gay Ann Wilcox. Funeral mass was held on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with Fr. Robert Pare presiding. Burial with military honors took place in St. Roch Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family. Arrangements were handled by the Champagne Funeral Home, Caseville.

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Paul William Radoy

Monday, August 10, 2009 9:56 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Paul William Radoy, 81, of Brooklyn, Mich., passed away at his home Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009. Born in Chicago, Ill., on July 21, 1928, Paul was the youngest of five children. He is survived by his wife, Virginia, two sons, Paul (Sandy) of Adrian, Mich., and Art (Sally) of Hudson, Mich.; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Paul’s sister, Hattie Rolla of Chicago, Ill., will be 103 this October. He was preceded in death by his son, Timothy Radoy. Paul and Virginia celebrated 62 years of marriage. He was an accomplished woodworker, an amateur photographer, loved to fish, and was always surrounded by family and friends who loved him. Words Paul lived by: God grant me the serenity To accept the things I cannot change Courage to change the things I can And wisdom to know the difference. A visitation will be held Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, Mich., from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a memorial service at 1 p.m. A procession to Oakwood Cemetery, Adrian, Mich., will follow. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

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Peter P. 'Pete' Schutte

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Peter P. 'Pete' Schutte Peter P. "Pete" Schutte, age 92, resident of Shelby Township, passed away August 8, 2009, at Wm. Beaumont Hospital, Troy. He was born June 29, 1917, in Winona, Mich. He retired in 1974 from General Motors; veteran of U.S. Navy World War II; he loved fishing at Stony Creek Metro Park and Yates Cider Mill; most of all he loved his family. Mr. Schutte is survived by his children, Peter P. (Helen) Schutte Jr. of Modesto, Calif., Dennis F. Schutte of Utica, Mich., Marilyn Schutte Ibbottson of Palmdale, Calif.; daughter-in-law, Marcia Schutte of Flushing, Mich.; 14 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife Eva F. Schutte, October 27, 2008, and his son Carl P. Schutte. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. Wednesday. Services Thursday at 10 a.m. Fr. Thomas Slowinski will officiate. Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., Utica. Burial will be at Christian Memorial Cemetery, Rochester Hills. Memorials to donors choice. www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.


 


 

Phyllis Joan Pioszak-Cross

Phyllis Joan Pioszak-Cross, age 84 years, died Friday, August 7, 2009 in the Bay Medical Care Facility, Essexville, Mich. She was born to William and Jennie Pioszak on January 23, 1925 in Ludington, M...


 


 

Ralph Cook Sr. Died July 31, 2009

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Ray McNew Nov. 1, 1923-Aug. 7, 2009

Saturday, August 8, 2009 1:50 AM 

McNew, Ray. Age 85. August 7, 2009 of Rockwood. 


 


 

Ray W. Kilpatrick April 3, 1934-Aug. 6, 2009

Saturday, August 8, 2009 1:50 AM 

Ray W. Kilpatrick, 75 of Monroe passed away peacefully on Thursday evening at Mercy Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his family. He had been ill for many years and seriously ill for the past two months. 


 


 

Raymond O. Weier Dec. 17, 1929-Aug. 3, 2009

Tuesday, August 4, 2009 12:01 PM 

Raymond O. Weier, age 79 of Monroe, died 8:15 a.m. Monday August 3, 2009 at Applewood Nursing Center, Trenton. He had been in poor health for five years.


 


 

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Robert C. Parker

Sunday, August 9, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert C. Parker passed away June 30, 2009, in Tacoma, Wash., at age 80. He was born July 26, 1928, to Victor and Ruby Parker of Adrian. He lived most of his adult life in Addison, later moving to Washington to be near his kids in 1995. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Richard. He is survived by his two daughters, Sandy (Bruce) Stargel and Brenda (Donnie) Bowles and two grandchildren Jordan and Kylie, all of Tacoma, Wash.  


 


 

Robert D. Laur Yucaipa, Calif. Robert D. Laur, 80, of Yucaipa, Calif., passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning of July 18, 2009. Robert was born on February 19, 1929, in Lapeer, and was the youngest son of David and Pearl Laur. Robert graduated from Lapeer High School in 1947, served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and retired from civil service in 1990, while with the Defense Audio Visual Agency, Norton Air Force Base, San Bernardino, Calif. He was a member of the Cloverleaf Square Dance Club, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and an avid bingo player. Robert is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia (nee Luman); children, Michael of Forest Falls, Calif., Diana (Nick DeVince) of Highland, Calif. and James (Peter Kongkasem) of Los Angeles, Calif.; grandchildren, Christopher A. DeVince and Misty Dawn Laur. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert's memory to the Highland Senior Center, 3102 E. Highland Ave., Highland, CA 92346. M

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Robert Emory Betts *

81, of Eaton Rapids, retired minister, died Saturday. Memorial services 11 a.m. Wednesday at First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements by Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. 


 


 

Robert G. Lego

Thursday, August 6, 2009 10:03 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Glen Lego, age 85‚ Constantine, passed away Aug. 6, 2009, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born in Chicago, on Feb. 21, 1924, a son of Hal Glenn and Thelma (Herrick) Lego. Robert served in the U.S. Navy for four years and the U.S. Army for two years during World War II. On July 21, 1960, he married Wilda Lucille Bauman in Three Rivers. She preceded him in death March 29, 1994. He worked as a electrician at Elkhart Products retiring in 1992 and previously at Continental Can in Three Rivers. Robert was loved by all who met him and lived a full and happy life to the end. There are no words to describe his warm and loving personality. He was truly one of a kind who was always willing to lend a ear or shoulder to anyone. He will be missed dearly and always remembered.‚ Surviving are his daughters, Joy (Thomas) Bussard of Three Rivers and Chellcee (Jamie) Robinson of Constantine; sister, Dorothy Plank of Constantine; four grandchildren, Cody and Kailyn Cookson and Shawn and Natasha Bussard; two great-grandchildren, Jonathon Henry and Ethan Bussard. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brother, Donald Lego; and sister, Merna Scott. Cremation has taken place. There will be no public services. Memorial contributions may be made to Constantine Fire and Rescue. On line messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Robert Jacob Fiedler

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Robert R. Farnsworth Jan. 26, 1956-Aug. 3, 2009

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 1:01 PM 

Robert R. Farnsworth, 52 yrs, of Petersburg, died Monday morning. 


 


 

Ronald and #147;The Fonz and #148; Fontair July 4, 1937-Aug. 4, 2009

Thursday, August 6, 2009 12:57 PM 

Ronald "The Fonz" Fontair, 72 years of Temperance, MI died August 4, 2009 in the Toledo Hospital surrounded by his family.


 


 

Rosemary A. Giarmo Aug. 6, 2009

Friday, August 7, 2009 11:29 AM

Rosemary A. Giarmo, 72, of Monroe died at 6:18 p.m. Thursday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. 


 


 

Rosemary Ann Giarmo Sept. 8, 1936-Aug. 6, 2009

Saturday, August 8, 2009 1:50 AM 

Rosemary was born in Monroe on September 8, 1936 to the late Carl and Rose (Geiger) Eby. 


 


 

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Roy Hulon McCarley

Sunday, August 9, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Roy Hulon McCarley, age 64, of Red Bay, Ala., formerly of Adrian, passed away, Aug. 5, 2009. Roy was born Feb. 4, 1945, in Huntsville, Ala., the son of Charles and Mable (Funderburk) McCarley. His family moved to Michigan in 1953, where Roy attended Adrian High School but joined the U.S. Army before graduation. He served in the Vietnam War and was awarded the Vietnam Champion Medal in the vice 60, a sharpshooter of the M14 Rifle 2 overseas service stars, national defense services medal and a Bronze Star. Roy worked at Clinton Peerless Gear until closing and retired from Blissfield Manufacturing in 2007. After retirement he enjoyed traveling, visiting family and friends, bowling, raising cattle, gardening, and just being outdoors. Saturdays he loved going to Hillsdale flea market where he helped a friend sell fruits and vegetables. On Feb. 8, 1969, Roy married Mary Irons. They celebrated 36 years of marriage before her death in 2005. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mable McCarley, three brothers and a sister. Roy is survived by his children, Rhonda (Fred) Douglas of Reading, John (Tracy) McCarley of Clayton, Alice (Mike) Rinehart of Onsted and Bryan (Amy) McCarley of Ypsilanti; grandchildren, Omar, Heather, Aron, Megan, Oliver, Marcus, Mason, Kailee and Cole, who called him “Papa”; great-grandchild, Dominic; his loyal companion, dog Daisy Mae, who he loved; a brother; five sisters; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park with Military Honors performed by the Michigan Army National Guard Honor Guard Team. Visitation will be on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. and also Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Ruth Gibb

Monday, August 10, 2009 11:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruth Gibb, age 81, of  Colon, passed away Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009, at her home on Long Lake. Arrangements will be announced by the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon. 


 


 

Sally A. Howe

Sally A. Howe, 77, of Manistee, died Thursday afternoon, August 6, 2009 at the Manistee County Medical Care Facility. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Sanna Elizabeth Saari

Saturday, August 8, 2009 2:15 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Sanna Elizabeth Saari, 99, a longtime resident of Wakefield, passed away Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, in Wakefield. 


 


 

Scott Barnell

Thursday, August 6, 2009 10:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Scott Barnell of Melbourne, Fla., and formerly of Sturgis, died peacefully Sunday afternoon, Aug. 2, after a long struggle with cancer.  Scott was born in Sturgis and was a 1969 graduate of SHS. He received his B.A. from the University of Michigan.  He was preceeded in death by his parents, Lee and Ramona Barnell, both of Sturgis. He is survived by his brother Chuck, a 1959 graduate of SHS. No services were announced.  


 


 

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Sharon Lee Vauter Aug. 6, 2009

Friday, August 7, 2009 11:29 AM 

Sharon Lee Vauter, 65, of Monroe died at 12:40 a.m. Thursday. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

Shirley Kay Miller *

75, of DeWitt, retired state administrative professional, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel. 


 


 

Spidel, Carylen S. *

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Spooner, Aliene C. (Sinclair) *

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Stella Mae Allen

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Susan Kaye Kuhn

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Terry G. Zillyette

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 2:16 AM 

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Terry G. Zillyette, 42, died Friday, June 26, 2009, at his home in St. Petersburg. 


 


 

Thomas McAdow DiCenzo

Sunday, August 9, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thomas McAdow DiCenzo, born March 22, 1986, in Delaware, Ohio, died in a motorcycle accident on Aug. 5, 2009, in Columbus, Ohio.  He is survived by his parents, Jeff and Marsha DiCenzo of Adrian; sisters Catey DiCenzo (Ryan Seiser) and Maggie Antolik (Eric), and nephew Jacob of Columbus, Ohio; grandmothers Dolores DiCenzo and Cynthia McAdow; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins; and his dog, Monster. Tommy worked as an outside service representative for Ohio Valley Cable Services with his cousins Stephen and Alex DiCenzo. He loved his family and friends, and everyone who knew him loved him as well, especially his buddies Eric, Bill, Zach, Nate, Zach and Jason. Tommy loved writing and singing country music. A memorial will be held at The First Presbyterian Church, 156 E. Maumee, Adrian, at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, followed by lunch. Please, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tommy’s name to your local Humane Society or the charity of your choice.


 


 

Thomas P. Rhein Lum Thomas P. Rhein, 59, a lifetime Lum area resident, passed away Thursday (August 6, 2009). He was born March 14, 1950, in Lapeer, to Peter and Ethel (Diehl) Rhein. He married Bonita Burton on February 16, 1974 in Brown City. Mr. Rhein worked as a sales manager in furniture, as well as other retail goods. He enjoyed fishing, camping, visiting Las Vegas and loved his dogs: Joey, Cubby and Milo. Thomas was a loving husband and father. He is survived by his wife, Bonita Rhein of Lum; daughter, Valerie Rhein of Lum; many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Donald Rhein, Bertha Johnson, Lucille Langlois and Edith Matas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Genesys Hospice. A memorial service will be scheduled in the near future. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111.

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Tynne S. (Kangas) Freeman

Monday, August 10, 2009 2:21 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Tyyne S. (Kangas) Freeman, 90, of Ironwood, joined her loved ones in heaven on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, in Ironwood, surrounded by many loving family members.


 


 

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Vera L. Cilley

Monday, August 10, 2009 9:54 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Vera L. Cilley, age 98, of Petersburg, died Saturday night, Aug. 8, 2009, at Lynwood Manor, Adrian, while under the care of Hospice of Lenawee. Mrs. Cilley was born Aug. 14, 1910, in Dearborn, Mich., to August “Gus” and Lydia (Miller) Haft. She married Irving W. Cilley, Oct. 7, 1939, in New Boston, Mich. He died Feb. 23, 1995. A homemaker, Vera also cleaned homes in the Milan and Ann Arbor areas for several years. She was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, the Women’s Guild, the Dorcas Circle, and taught Sunday School. She was a member of the Dundee and Petersburg Senior Citizens, and loved gardening, baking, and her grandchildren. Survivors include three sons, Delmer (Carol) of Dundee, Leon and Irving A. (Dawn), both of Petersburg; a brother, Russell Haft of Ann Arbor; a sister, Lucille Prest of Ypsilanti; six grandchildren, Cheryl, Diane, Rachael, Melissa, Katlin and Andrew; and four great-grandchildren, Holly, Kyle, Connor and Carly. She was preceded in death by her husband, a son, Myron; a daughter-in-law, Lois; five brothers, Herbert, Ralph, Roy, Howard and Clement; and two sisters, Edna and Jessie. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home in Ida on Tuesday from 2 to 9 p.m. She will lie in state at St. Peters’s Lutheran Church, Petersburg, on Wednesday, from noon until funeral services at 1 p.m. Pastor Mark Flory will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Petersburg. Memorial contributions for Mrs. Cilley may be made to the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or Hospice of Lenawee. Online condolences may be sent to www.capaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Vera L. Cilley Aug. 14, 1910-

Monday, August 10, 2009 11:21 AM

Vera L. Cilley, 98 yrs, of Petersburg, MI, died Saturday night at Lynwood Manor, Adrian, while under the care of Hospice of Lenawee County. 


 


 

Virginia (Jeannie) Triplett

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:34 AM 

Virginia (Jeannie) Triplett Virginia (Jeannie) Triplett, age 78, of St. Clair Shores, died August 9, 2009 at St. John Macomb Oakland Hospital in Warren. She was born July 12, 1931 in Detroit. Mrs. Triplett was a longtime member of Bethel Lutheran Church. She is survived by her children Laura Broyles, Mark (Debbie) Triplett, and Matthew (Julie) Triplett; grandchildren Jesse, Michael, Jason, Lisa, Matthew, and Leslie; great-grandchild Callie; sisters Victoria Morgan, Nada Dimoff, and Dorothy (Angelo) Ellis. She was predeceased by her husband Arley (Trip) and her parents Sam and Proia Panoff. Visiting hours Tuesday 3:30-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 10 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Rev. Hank Flatt is officiating. Burial will be in Triplett Cemetery, Dexter, Missouri. Memorials to St. John Hospice would be appreciated.


 


 

Wesley C. Allison

Thursday, August 6, 2009 2:14 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Wesley C. Allison, 84, of 360 Johnson Road, Wakefield Township, died Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, in Ironwood.


 


 

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William F. Wagoner

• William F. Wagoner, 87, of Bear Lake, died Dec. 10, 2008 at Mercy Hospital in Muskegon. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

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Zachary Robinson Ewert

Zachary Robinson Ewert, 21, of Beaverton, passed away Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009 at Providence Park Hospital, Novi. 

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