Thursday, August 13, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 8/13/09


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Adeline D. Pohjola

Thursday, August 13, 2009 2:31 AM 

APPLETON, Wis. -- Adeline D. Pohjola, 83, of Appleton, and formerly of Ironwood, Mich., passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, in Appleton, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. 


 


 

Alice J. Gracey

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Alice J. Gracey Alice J. Gracey, age 69, of Warren, Mich., passed away August 11, 2009, at Henry Ford Bi-County Hospital after a hard fought battle with a prolonged illness. She was a loving mother and is survived by her children, Diana (Ross) St. Onge, William (Barbara) Gracey, Michael (Buriece) Gracey, adopted daughter Shari, grandchildren William II, Corey, Melissa, Mikey and Jake, along with her sisters and brothers, Dorothy Brown, Ronald Volz, Richard Hall, Maryann Hall, Leeann Smith and James Hall. The family will hold a memorial service in late September and ask that you contact them for any further information. alice.gracey@yahoo.com.


 


 

Alice L. Glover

Alice L. Glover of Ludington, died Saturday, Aug. 8 at Oakview Medical Care Facility. Her request was for a private service only. Alexander Rye Funeral Home has been entrusted by the family to assist ...


 


 

Alvin G. Rehbein Sept. 21, 1919-Aug. 8, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:55 AM

Alvin G. Rehbein, 89 of Monroe died at 7:30 a.m. Saturday at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center. He had been seriously ill the last week. 


 


 

Anthony S. Keck *

80, of Owosso, retired Lansing Public School District custodian, died Friday. Memorial services 3p.m. Saturday at Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

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.


 


 

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.


 


 

Betty Lane "Sis" Apsey *

77, of Swartz Creek, died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. today at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso.


 


 

Betty Lane (Sis) Apsey

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Bill H. Bender

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 3:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Bill H. Bender, 49, of LaGrange, Ind., died Aug. 10, 2009. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Carney-Frost Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind.. Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at LaGrange First Church of God, LaGrange, Ind. Burial will be in Ontario Cemetery, Ontario, Ind.   


 


 

Brainard, Robert and Joanne

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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.


 


 

Chapman, Helen Louise

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Charles C. Fletcher Lapeer Charles C. Fletcher, of Lapeer, passed away Saturday (August 8, 2009), his 91st birthday. He was born August 8, 1918, in Cambridge, Mass., to Ralph and Mary-Lewis (Chenoweth) Fletcher. Charles served his country in China-Burma-India during WWII. In 1963, he married Mary Howting in Birmingham, where they lived until moving to the Lapeer area in 1988. In 1982, he retired from Ford Motor Company, where he was a photo lithographer. During retirement, he was a member of the Lapeer Hospital Auxiliary and enjoyed gardening, photography and genealogy. He is survived by his special friend, Irene Blazo of Lapeer, and niece, Kris (James) Whitlock of Mears, Mich. (formerly of Lapeer). He is also survived by his sisters, Nancy Waterson of Mosinee, Wis., and Jane Serr of Walnut Creek, Calif.; stepson, Tom (Carol) Howting of Orlando, Fla.; nieces, Karen (John) Krasowski of San Diego, Calif., Kathy (Jerry) Rosso of Mosinee, Wis., Darlene (Jim) Hepp of Ariz

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Clara L. Wright

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Clara L. Wright Clara L. Wright, age 81, of Mount Clemens died August 6, 2009, at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. She was born June 21, 1928, in Charleston, West Va. Mrs. Wright was a faithful member of Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church. She held several offices in The Fawn Temple 1063 IBPOE of W affiliated with Ben T. Powell Elks Lodge 1619. She is survived by her sons Coral and Curtis (Jean) Wright. Eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild. A host of relatives. Special friends Emma Martin and Phillip Dorsey. Mrs. Wright was predeceased by her husband James and two children James and Rhonda. Visitation is Friday, August 14, 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. at United Memorial Funeral Home, 75 Dickinson, Mount Clemens. Family hour Saturday, August 15 at 12:30 at New Greater Life International Ministries (formerly Greater Zion M.B.C.), 22547 Quinn Road, Clinton Township. Funeral services will start at 1 p.m. at the church. Pastor Benny D. Miller will be officiating. Burial is at Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery.


 


 

Clarence Ter Haar, 97

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 9:28 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Clarence Ter Haar, age 97, of Grandville, died on Tuesday, August 11, 2009.  The funeral service will be  7 p.m. Thursday at  Cook Memorial Chapel, 4235 Prairie SW, Grandville (East Building).  Interment will be at  Floral View Memorial Gardens. The family will meet with relatives and friends on Thursday from 6-7 p.m. at  Cook Memorial Chapel-Grandville. 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.  


 


 

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


 


 

David Anthony Sriver *

37, of Lansing, Lansing Community College student, died Saturday. Services 1 p.m. Friday at Olivet Baptist Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home.


 


 

David Grosjean Allenton David Grosjean, 28, of Allenton (formerly of Capac) passed away Monday (August 3, 2009) at University Hospitals in Ann Arbor after a very brave fight against Hodgkin's Lymphoma since 2002. David Robert Grosjean was born September 19, 1980, in Rochester, the son of David and Debra Grosjean. David grew up in Capac and graduated from Capac High School in 1999. He was a member of the Whittemore Raceway Association, the Auto City Raceway in Flint and Owosso Speedway in Owosso. He worked as a mechanic and at Hungry Howie's in Imlay City. He was very enthusiastic about building and racing his Monte Carlo stockcar. He is survived by his parents, David and Debra Grosjean of Imlay City; fiancee, Lisa Aguinaga of Allenton; their sons, Chase Alexander Grosjean and Caleb Gregory Grosjean, both of Allenton; grandparents, Leonard and Donna Suffield of Sarnia, Ontario, Jeannine and Leonard George Grosjean of Carsonville; several aunts, uncles and cousins. A m

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Deborah Kay Frane

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Debra (DeGroat) Carter

Debra (DeGroat) Carter passed away Aug. 7, 2009 at her home in Bismark, Arizona at the age of 45. 


 


 

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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

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dorothy F. Braun, 84, of Marco Island, Fla., formerly of Adrian and Devils Lake, passed away Aug. 8, 2009, in Naples with her family present. She was born March 29, 1925, to Gale and Florence Gilbert in Onsted, Mich. She graduated from Adrian High School in 1942. She married Richard A. Braun on Aug. 12, 1944, and was to celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on Wednesday.  While in Adrian, Dorothy was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Bixby Hospital Auxiliary, Lenawee Country Club and Devils Lake Yacht Club. After moving to Florida, she was a member of Marco Island Power Squadron, Wesleyan Methodist Church, Marco Island Fire and Rescue Foundation, and Marco Island Yacht Club.  Her greatest love was her family and her sewing. Surviving along with her husband, Richard “Dick,” are two daughters, Cynthia Braun of Marco Island, Fla., and Carol (John) Cordes of Rockford, Mich.; son, Keith (Sheryl) of Marco Island, Fla.; daughter-in-law, Stephanie Braun of Naples, Fla.; six grandchildren, Cari and Kip Braun, Ryan and Emily Cordes, Jessica and Kelsey Braun.  She was preceded in death by her son, Martin G. Braun; brothers, Richard and Mark Gilbert; and sister, Mary Laudenslager.  Funeral Services for Dorothy will be held on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at the Wagley Funeral Home at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Wilson Wood officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may visit the family on Thursday, prior to the service from 11 a.m. until the service starts at 2 p.m. You may also sign the register book or send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contri­butions in Dorothy’s memory may be directed to the Marco Island Fire Rescue Foundation, P.O. Box 925, Marco Island, FL 34146. Envelopes are available 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 J. Notario May 25, 1924-Aug. 10, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:56 AM 

Dorothy J. Notario, 85 yrs, of Petersburg, formerly of Ida and Pt. St. Lucie, FL, died Monday at TenderCare of Monroe. 


 


 

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. 


 


 

Dorothy V. Asplund

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 2:49 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Dorothy V. Asplund, 87, of 709 Hedin Ave., Ironwood, Mich., died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, surrounded by her loving family, in Hurley. 


 


 

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.


 


 

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.


 


 

Earl Junior Weeden *

76, of Elsie, machine repairman, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. Friday at Racy Free Methodist Church, Elsie. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie Chapel. 


 


 

Elaine Marie Nesky *

54, of Holt, died Monday. Services 1 p.m. Friday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason. 


 


 

Eleanor E. Wagner

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Eleanor M. Gillespie

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 3:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Eleanor M. Gillespie, M.D., 94, died at home in Suffield, Conn., on July 23, 2009, following a long illness. She was born on Sept.4, 1914, in Pontiac, Mich., a daughter of Judge Glenn C. Gillespie and Leola Chamberlin Gillespie. Dr. Gillespie received a B.A. from Wellesley College in 1936, where she was a member of Sigma Phi honor society. She also earned a degree from the Philadelphia School of Occupational Therapy and worked as an occupational therapist at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Mich. When Pearl Harbor was attacked in 1941, Eleanor decided to attend medical school.  She received her M.D. in 1944 from the University of Michigan and then worked for a year as an intern at Lincoln General Hospital in Lincoln, Neb. Dr. Gillespie opened a private general practice in Sturgis, Mich., in 1945 and provided for the medical needs of families in Sturgis for over 23 years. She was a founder and trustee of Glen Oaks Community College, serving students in Sturgis and in all of St. Joseph County. She was also a supporter of Camp Fort Hill, a camp for children and a community recreation center and natural area on Middle Lake near Sturgis. In 1984, she donated 68 acres of land to the camp, stipulating that the land “shall forever be maintained and utilized for the benefit of the youth of the City of Sturgis.”  Dr. Gillespie moved to Wellesley, Mass., in 1968 to study anesthesiology, which had long been an area of special interest to her. She completed a residency in anesthesiology at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital in Boston in 1970.  She then practiced anesthesiology at New England Baptist Hospital in Boston. Upon her retirement in 1977, Dr. Gillespie moved to New London, N.H., where she lived for many years with her long time friend and companion, Blanche Emory. Following Blanche’s death in 1992, she moved to Suffield, Conn., in 2006 to be near her cousin Diana Rossow and Bob Rossow. Dr. Gillespie loved art, music, ballet and opera, and she was an avid piano player. She frequently attended concerts and performances in Boston in her later years and was a life-long supporter of the arts. She was also an accomplished genealogist and spent many hours researching and writing about the history of her family. She enjoyed travel and took a special interest in her family heritage in the United Kingdom. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Society of Mayflower Descendents, the American Medical Association, the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Alpha Epsilon Iota Medical Fraternity. Eleanor was a warm-hearted and generous friend to all who met her, and was particularly devoted to her younger sister, Eunice. She had a kindly and genteel demeanor and often surprised friends with her mischievous sense of humor. She was a respected member of the medical community, a pioneer who began her career with a solo family practice in a small town and moved to a large city at the age of 54 to complete a residency in anesthesiology, a great accomplishment as a physician and as a woman.   Dr. Gillespie was preceded in death by her parents and by her sister, Eunice J. Hendrix, and brother-in-law, Robert C. Hendrix, M.D. She is survived by three nephews, David Hendrix, Glenn Hendrix, and Dan Hendrix, and one niece, Anne Fitzgerald, their spouses, and by numerous great-nieces, nephews, and cousins, including Diana Rossow and daughter Elizabeth Jackson. She was a long-time member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Sturgis. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 110 South Clay St., Sturgis. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery in Sturgis. A reception and luncheon in celebration of Dr. Gillespie’s life will be held at the main lodge at Camp Fort Hill at 2 p.m. Directions will be provided. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. John’s Episcopal Church, the Sturgis Area Community Foundation Camp Fort Hill Endowment Fund or Performing Arts Endowment Fund, or the University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s and Women’s Hospital.  


 


 

Elmer L. Licht Elmer Loren Licht, 82 , Pigeon, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2009 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. He was born in McKinley Township on December 29, 1926, the son of the late Chris William Frederick and Anna Marie Fredericka (Wurst) Licht and attended the Hayes Rural School. He was a member of Cross Lutheran Church in Pigeon. Elmer was a lifetime resident of Pigeon and was a farmer, carpenter, and cemetery sexton. He is survived by one brother, Kenneth I. (Betty) Licht, Pigeon; a sister, Verlene G. (Robert) Stiefel, Essexville; a brother-in-law, Gerhard W. Kundinger, Sebewaing and many nephews, nieces and their children. He was preceded in death by a brother, Laverne O. Licht and a sister, Donelda E. Kundinger. Funeral services were held on Friday, August 7, 2009 at Cross Lutheran Church, Pigeon, with Rev. Timothy Loehrke, pastor, officiating. Burial took place in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Pigeon Food Pantry or Cross Lutheran ChurchCemetery Fund. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon.

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Eugene E. Ettinger

Thursday, August 13, 2009 4:23 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Eugene E. Ettinger, age 78, of Mendon, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born in Sturgis, Mich., on Aug. 31, 1930, the oldest of six sons born to Albert and Thelma (Snook) Ettinger. Eugene attended Burr Oak High School before joining the U.S. Army and serving in Korea. He was married to Linda Lee Bowerman on June 19, 1954, and they moved to Mendon in 1958.  Eugene was employed by the Haas Corporation and later Lear for 23 years. He was a volunteer Cub Scout and Boy Scout leader for several years. He enjoyed golf, and he also was an avid Mendon High School sports fan.  Eugene is survived by two sons, Terry Ettinger and Larry Ettinger (Susie), both of Mendon; three grandsons, Justin Ettinger (Corin) of Paw Paw, Eric Ettinger and Ryan Ettinger, both of Mendon;  three brothers, Kenny Ettinger (Judy) and Lester Ettinger, both of Sturgis, and Lyle Ettinger of Georgia; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda, on April 9, 1992; his parents; and by two brothers, James and David Ettinger. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with Nancy Boyd officiating. Military interment will be in Mendon Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be directed to the Mendon Quarterback Club. Online register is available and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.


 


 

Evelyn Stoldt Imlay City Evelyn Stoldt, 83, of Imlay City, passed away Friday (August 7, 2009) at Lapeer County Medical Care Facility. Evelyn Lydia Godo was born March 14, 1926, in Imlay City. She lived most all of her life in the Imlay City area. She married Vern Wesley Stoldt on December 27, 1944 in Imlay City. He passed away on April 9, 2002. Evelyn had been employed by Imlay City High School as a cook. She was a homemaker. She also held a position with the Lapeer County Co-op. Evelyn was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and Lapeer Co. Farm Bureau New Era Club in Imlay City. She is survived by her daughter, Carol (Daniel) Winslow of Davison; sons, Gary Stoldt of Port Huron and Thomas (Sharon) Stoldt of Imlay City; sister, Shirley Anspaugh of Marysville; sisters-in-law, Edna Stoldt of Imlay City, Joy Godo of Almont and Carrie Godo of Imlay City; 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vern Sto

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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.


 


 

Florence M. Mallory

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Frances Emma (Strom) Bigelow

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Frances Vander Noot Houting

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 9:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frances Marie Vander Noot Houting passed away in her home in Lake Havasu City, AZ, Saturday, April 11, 2009. The  memorial service will be on Saturday, August 15, 2009, at 1:30  at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th Street, Holland, MI.  www.notierverleelangeland.com.  


 


 

Frank Emil Peplinski Green Forest, Ark. Frank Emil Peplinski, 75, of Green Forest, Ark. (formerly of Fenton) died at home with family by his side on Aug. 5, 2009. He was born in 1933 to Frank W. and Ella A. Peplinski of Flint. Frank graduated from Utley H.S. in 1950, taught music and accordion, and went on to further his education in skill trades. Frank retired after 34 years at Flint Chevrolet in 1985 as a Tool and Die Maker and moved to Arkansas. Frank is survived by his wife, Audra (Chandler) Peplinski; sister, Patti Myers of Swartz Creek; Muriel Wright of Columbus, Neb., mother of their 3 children; children, Frank Charles (Jean) Peplinski of North Branch, Steven (Jean) Peplinski of Brighton and Lori (Myron) Morse of Columbus, Neb.; grandchildren, Tianna (Josh) Spencer, Nicole (Adam) Toole and Brandi (Corey) Murphy, all of Lapeer, Heather and Matthew Peplinski of Brighton, Samuel, Jordan, Jacob and Aaron Morse of Columbus, Neb., Jennifer (Jason) Shaffer of Arkansa

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George H. Hassenzahl

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 9:52 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

George H. Hassenzahl, age 85, of Clayton passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Aug. 13, 1923, in Pontiac, to Walter and Leitha (Williams) Hassenzahl. On April 14, 1945, he married Irene Pickford in Seward, Ohio, and she survives. George was a farmer and also worked for Champion Home Builders in Adrian until his retirement in 1980. He was a member of the Canandaigua Community Church.  He was also a member of the Masons, Past Master of the Medina Lodge, a present member of the Fairfield Lodge. In addition to his wife, George is survived by two sons, Larry Hassenzahl and his wife, Sandra, of Battle Creek and Edward Hassenzahl and his wife, Cheryl, of Hudson; two daughters, Gerrie Sienkiewicz and her husband, Robert, of Merritt, N.C., and Diane Sharlow and her husband, Paul, of Oregon, Ohio; a sister, Elvina Brazee of Morenci; a sister-in-law, Barbara Hassenzahl of Clayton; 14 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Earl and Paul; and a great-granddaughter, Abigail Sayer. Funeral services for George will be held Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Burial will be in Canandaigua Cemetery. Visi­tation will be held on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where the Fairfield Masonic Lodge will conduct a service at 7 p.m. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Canan­daigua Community Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

George R. Greer

George R. Greer, widower died peacefully in his home on July 28, 2009. 


 


 

Gerald W. Brown Gerald W. Brown, 78, Caseville, passed away Friday, July 31, 2009 at Genesys Hospice. Gerald was a veteran on the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Clio American Legion. After 42 years working for the Buick Motor Division, he retired from there in 1992. Gerald had owned property on Sand Point for decades. Before the area was developed, he would camp on his lot with no one around and later he was one of the first to build a house in that area. After retiring, he moved there permanently. Jerry was active in the Sand Point Association, serving as treasurer of that group. As he rarely cooked, he was well known around town in the restaurants and kept well informed on local happenings. Someone could always be heard saying "Hi Jerry." He is survived by his sister, Dolores (George) Smith; eight nieces and nephews and seven great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Erma Brown and his sister, Beverly Egan. A memorial service was held on August 8, 2009 at the Champagne Funeral Chapel of Caseville with Rev. Jean Love officiating. Burial took place in Flint Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were handled by the Champagne Funeral Chapel, Caseville.

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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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Gerhard Fritzsche

Gerhard Fritzsche, formerly of Gladwin, passed away on July 27, 2009 at his home in Pearce, Arizona. 


 


 

Harold D. Shufelt

Thursday, August 13, 2009 4:22 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold D. Shufelt, 81, of Burr Oak, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at his home. Harold was born Sept. 15, 1927, in Gilead Township to Herman and Kathryn (Royer) Shufelt. He married Mary Alward in 1951 in LaGrange, Ind. She preceded him in death in 2002. Mr. Shufelt served in the U.S. Army as a field radio repairman and was a veteran of the Korean War. He loved farming, which he did his entire life, along with driving trucks for Arver Farms for 20 years. Harold attended Pleasant Hill Missionary Church and was a life member and past master of the Burr Oak, Sturgis and Bronson Masonic Lodges, and also past patron of the O.E.S. He served on the Noble Township Board for 35 years, acting as both trustee and clerk. Harold was a skilled woodworker and loved antique machinery, especially steam engines. Surviving are his son, Michael (Donna) Shufelt of Sturgis; his daughter, Sue Hart of Burr Oak; his grandchildren, Jennifer, Michael, Karolyn, Ronnie and Kevin; five great-grandchildren; and his special friend, Betty Priest of Sturgis. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by one infant brother and one infant sister. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at the Pleasant Hill Missionary Chruch in Bronson with Pastor Cory Weatherton officaiating. Interment will follow at Trayer Cemetery in Noble Township. Memorials may be directed to the Veteran’s Hospital in Ann Arbor or the Pleasant Hill Missionary Church.


 


 

Harry E. Bonney Jr

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Helen Bingham 'Piggy'

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Helen Bingham 'Piggy' Helen Bingham "Piggy," age 70, passed away August 9, 2009, in Clarksville, Indiana. Beloved wife of the late Alandus Bingham Sr. Survived by 11 children; Alandus Jr. (Nancy), Robert Sr. (Freida), Tyrone (Cynthia), Terrance (Yulanda), Cardell (all of Michigan), and Jimmy (Paula) of Indiana.; Melissa (Ron), Cynthia (all of Maryland), Tonya of Michigan, Tami, and Crystal (Anthony) all of Indiana. Also survived by 49 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Also survived by brothers and sisters, Jerry Lee Ivory, Jerome Lewis, James Lewis (all of Michigan), Edward Lewis of Florida, Sally Lewis, Mary Lewis, Liz Howard, Nona Lewis-Martin (all of Michigan), and Delores Harden of Illinois; two uncles Sam and Small Ivory of Michigan. Preceded in death by Leenill and Samual Lewis. Viewing on Thursday, August 13, 2009, from 6-9 p.m. United Memorial Funeral Home, 75 Dickinson St., Mount Clemens, MI 48043. Funeral service is on Friday, August 14, 2009. Family hour at noon. Funeral is at 1 p.m. at Greater New Life International Ministries, 22547 Quinn Rd., Clinton Township, MI 48035.


 


 

Helen Edith Dandron July 17, 1914-Aug.t 11, 2009

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:05 PM 

Helen Edith Fleszar was born July 17, 1914 in Detroit, Michigan. Helen was the daughter of the late John Fleszar and the late Amelia (Wolak) Fleszar. 


 


 

Helen L. (Hagan) Zachar

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Homer E. Shields III Aug. 17, 1970-Aug. 8, 2009

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:23 PM 

Homer E. Shields III, age 38, of Toledo, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 8, 2009 while vacationing with his family at King's Island in Kings Mills, OH.


 


 

Howard R. Umbarger

Howard R. Umbarger Eaton Rapids Age 87, passed away in Eaton Rapids, August 11, 2009. Howard was born in Aurelius Center December 29, 1921, the son of James A. and Flossie M. (Rochester) Umbarger. He married his wife of 63 years, Ruth, on May 4, 1946. Howard enlisted in the services during WWII. He was a combat veteran. Howard retired from the Eaton County Road Commission in 1986, after 45 years of service. He was a life member of the Eaton Rapids Masonic Lodge #63, Ex-prisoners of War and the VFW of Eaton Rapids. Howard is survived by his wife, Ruth (Mock); daughters, Sue Ellen Thurston of Traverse City, Sally Elaine (Douglas) Knorr of Traverse City; sons, Keith (Carol) Umbarger of Holt, Kerry Umbarger of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Benjamin (Danielle)Knorr, Joshua (Syndi) Knorr, Isaac (Meghan) Knorr, Katie Knorr, Aaron Knorr, Adam Umbarger, Colin Umbarger; great grandchildren, Daisie Knorr, Caleb Knorr; sister-in-law, Sarah Umbarger of Charlotte; brothers Maurice (June) Umbarger of Charlotte, Delton (Darlene) of Beaverton; sister, Margaret Livingston of Eaton Rapids; brother-in-law, Bruce Dowding of Olivet. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Maynard Umbarger, Kenneth Umbarger, and infant brother; sisters, Hazel Clough and Charlene Dowding. Funeral services will be 3:30 p.m. Friday, August 14, 2009 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, with Pastor Joshua Knorr officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5-8 p.m. www.shellyodell.com


 


 

Ida Brower, 79

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 9:31 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ida Brower, age 79 of Zeeland died Tuesday, August 11, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.   


 


 

Ines V. Battain

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Ines V. Battain Ines V. Battain, 73, formerly of Roseville, Mich., died on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at Lake County Medical Center, Leesburg, Fla. Ms. Battain is survived by her sister, Eleanor Duquette of Clinton Township, Mich.; nieces Andrea Duquette of Groves, TX., Karen (Tom) Gignac of Shelby Township, Mich.; nephews David Duquette of Clinton Township, Mich., John (Angela) Duquette of Brighton, Mich. and their sons, Andrew and Robby Duquette. She was predeceased by a nephew Walter Duquette and her brother-in-law Raymond Duquette. A memorial Mass will be said at 9 a.m. Monday, August 17, 2009, at St. Ronald Church, 17701 15 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI. Memorial may be made to the American Cancer Society if you wish.


 


 

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 Phillip Johnson

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Jack R. Kyle Jack Richard Kyle, 65, Hudson, Fla. and formerly Shelby Township, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at Detroit Receiving Hospital, Detroit. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann (Ramisch) Kyle; two children, Kirsten Kyle and Jonathan (Laila) Kyle; grandchildren, Aiden and Nadia; brother, David Kyle and a sister, Diane McKenzie Funeral mass was held on Monday, August 10, 2009 at St. John Catholic Church in Forestville with Fr. Paul Bala officiating. Burial took place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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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.#


 


 

James K. Gardiner

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James K. Gardiner, age 87, of Fort Wayne, Ind., formerly of Hudson, passed away on Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at Bethlehem Woods Rehab­ilitation Center in Fort Wayne, Ind. He was born on Sept. 2, 1921, in Fort Wayne, Ind. Jim lived his early life in Fort Wayne and then he lived in Hudson since 1946. He married Marcile B. Surfus on March 20, 1943, in Fort Wayne, Ind., and she survives. Jim graduated from Northside High School in Fort Wayne in 1939. Jim and his wife owned and operated Gardiner’s Decorating Center in Hudson for 55 years, retiring in 2001. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army where he was an M.P. in the C.B.I. Theater. Jim was a very active member of Hannan-Colvin Post #180, American Legion in Hudson, where he was Past Commander and also a life member. He was a former member of the Hudson Fire Department, member of the Devils Lake Yacht Club, Past President of the Hudson Kiwanis Club, member of the Hudson Jaycees and member of the Hudson Police Auxiliary. Jim was an avid golfer.  Surviving besides his wife, Marcile, are one son, David (Terri) Gardiner of Clear Lake, Ind.; one daughter, Janice (Geoffrey) McCord of Fort Wayne; three grandchildren, Channing (Sarah) Gardiner of Aurora, Ill., Geoffrey A. McCord of Avilla, Ind., SPC James McCord serving in the United States Army in Germany; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Dee Gardiner of Findlay, Ohio; one sister, Ann (Robert) Lemons of St. Joseph, Mich.; nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Jonathan McCord; one brother, Ted Gardiner; and one sister, Sue (Mordan) Mapes. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson, with Tim Guest officiating. Burial will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. The visitation will be from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, and from 10 a.m. Thursday until the time of the service at 11:30 a.m. Full Military Rites to be performed by Hannan-Colvin Post #180 American Legion, Hudson. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hannan-Colvin Post #180 American Legion, Hudson. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Jean P. (Feher) Clark *

76, of Lansing, formely of Horsehead Lake, Chippewa Hills School District bus driver, died Monday. Services noon Friday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Jennie C. Miller Davison Jennie C. Miller, 88, of Davison (formerly of Lapeer) passed away Saturday (August 8, 2009) at Brian s House Hospice of Davison. She was born August 19, 1920, in Lapeer, to the late Stanley and Sophie (Yorkowski) Piorkowski. Jennie was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church of Davison, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Lapeer, Lapeer Business and Professional Women s Club, American Legion Auxiliary and Lapeer Hospital Auxiliary. She enjoyed golf, bingo, her flower gardens and being with her beloved family, especially attending her grandchildren s many sporting events and shows. Jennie worked as a cashier at the A&P Store when it was located in downtown Lapeer. She then went to work as a bank teller at Lapeer County Bank & Trust Company. She truly enjoyed her job, greeting her many loyal customers with a warm hello and always a smile on her face. In appreciation, the bank honored her with her own Jennie Miller Day , attend

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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

John Frederick Bell Rockport, TX Formerly of Dansville. John was born July 17, 1972 in Lansing, Michigan and passed away peacefully on August 6, 2009 at the age of 37. John was a very caring and compassionate man which was exemplified in his wish to donate his body to medical science. He also loved animals. His faithful dog Cocoa was by his side at the end. John enjoyed movies, television and was a huge fan of the Star Trek saga. He attended Dansville Schools, played high school football and wrestled. John really liked living in Texas and the gardening opportunities it afforded. John was a very spiritual person who lived his life to the beat of a different drummer. He never married, never had children, or a long term job. John was searching for something more, a higher purpose. John was very intelligent and had a special sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. John lived his life one day at a time according to the serenity prayer: God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. May peace be with you John now and forever. John is survived by his parents, Karen (Stevens) and Lawrence Bell, Sr.; brothers, Lawrence Jr. (Jill) Bell and Jeffrey (Nancy) Bell; and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at Millville United Methodist Church, 1932 N. M-52 in Stockbridge, Michigan. Memorial contributions can be made to the Capitol Area Humane Society, 7095 W Grand River Ave., Lansing, MI 48906-9139.


 


 

John Lee Leslie Sr.

John Lee Leslie Sr., 83, of Gladwin, passed away suddenly on Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, in Saginaw.


 


 

Joseph Chudy

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Joseph George, Kostick Jr.

Joseph George, Kostick Jr., 75, of Beaverton, passed away after a short illness, on Friday, Aug. 7, 2009.


 


 

Joseph Piechura Columbiaville Joseph Piechura, 88, of Columbiaville, owner of Kings Landing Kampground in Columbiaville for the past 37 years and retired superintendent at Chrysler's Warren Truck Assembly, passed away Wednesday morning (August 5, 2009) of heart complications at his home overlooking Miller Lake. His wife of 62 years, Peggy, sons, Paul, Craig and Rick, and daughter, Kathy Piechura-Couture, were at his side the day he died. Piechura was a well-known, well-liked figure in the community north of Lapeer, due to the popularity of his lakefront campground, picnic grounds and store. The park held annual events such as Fourth of July fireworks displays and pig roasts, corn roasts and Halloween celebrations. Some campers are third-generation regulars at the park. Piechura was the youngest of five children. His parents, Michael and Cecilia Piechura, were Polish immigrants who first settled in Pennsylvania. After his father's death, the family moved to the Detroi

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Judy Grimson

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Judy Grimson Judy Grimson, 66, of Richmond Twp. died Tuesday, August, 11, 2009 in her home after an extended illness. She was born June 1, 1943 in Boaz, Alabama to Neely and Audrey (Wiggins) Holderfield. She married Albert Grimson in Las Vegas on January 1, 1985. She worked as the office manager and bookkeeper for their accounting firm, Grimson and Grimson & Associates, Mt. Clemens. Mrs. Grimson was a member of the Port Huron Moose Lodge and National Association of Bookkeepers, and enjoyed traveling, playing the slot machines, and mostly spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Albert Grimson of Richmond Twp.; mother Audrey Roberts of Warren; children, Russell (Eleanore) Beadlescomb of Algonac, Teresa Beadlescomb of Ann Arbor, Nancy Jo ( Daniel) Werner of St. Clair, and Carl Grimson of Port Huron; brother-in-law Bill Stamps of St. Clair Shores; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her sister Ann Stamps. A funeral service will be Friday, August 14, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. in Rewalt Funeral Home, Richmond. Rev. Gerhardt Doroh, pastor of St. Peters Evangelical Lutheran Church, Richmond will officiate. Visitation will be Thursday from 3 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Memorial donations may be directed to the Mt. Clemens AMVETS or the VFW James Coleman Post, Richmond. For condolences and messages of sympathy visit RewaltFuneralHome.com.


 


 

Lee Henry Mast *

93, of Ionia, retired electrician, died Wednesday. Services 2 p.m. Friday at Lake Funeral Home, Ionia.


 


 

Lenore P. Baker

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:18 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lenore P. Baker, age 91, of Adrian died Aug. 10, 2009, at her home. She was born in Adrian on Dec. 22, 1917, to Otto and Merna Griewahn. She will be greatly missed by her family. She is survived by a son, Larrie (Sandy) Baker of Adrian and grandson, Chris of Wolverine, Mich.; daughter, Carol Harding and step-grandson, Bruce (Cheryl) of W. Des Moines, Iowa; sister, Katherine Weaver of Jasper; brother, Carl (Earlene) Griewahn of Kalamazoo, Mich.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Baker in 2001; a sister, Elizabeth Webster; and brothers, Kenneth and Wayne Griewahn. Funeral services for Lenore will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Mike Dunson officiating. Burial will be in East Rome Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until time of service at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Leonard Van De Wege, 90

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 11:08 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Leonard Van De Wege, age 90, of Holland, died Tuesday, August 11, 2009.  Funeral services will be Friday, August 14, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Restlawn Memorial Gardens Chapel at 994 Paw Paw Drive, Holland.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 1:00-2:00 p.m.     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.


 


 

Lester Lewis Cortright *

73, of Lansing, retired American Rentals Co. employee, died Sunday. Memorial services 11 a.m. Friday at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel. 


 


 

Lillie Ruth Paisley

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lillie Ruth Paisley, 72, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2009 at home. Born April 29, 1937 in Toledo, Ohio, she was the daughter of Charles and Florence (Sancrant) Wymer. Mrs. Paisley enjoyed being a foster grandparent and received the “Foster Grandparent of 2007” award. She also worked at the Mitchell Public Library and volunteered at the Burlington Seventh-day Adventist Church Food Pantry. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Hillsdale and loved animals. Survivors include four daughters, Patricia (Joseph) Christian of Gate City, Va., Mary (David) LoPresto of Camden, Edyth (Lon) Green of Trenton, Ohio, Tami (Troy) Moore of Reading; two sons, Richard (Patricia) Paisley, Jr. of Vermontville, Jack Paisley of Milan; one sister, Edyth Norton of Coldwater; one sister-in-law, Ione Wymer of Hastings; 15 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Her parents, six brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Brian Nutter officiating. Visitation is scheduled 5 p.m. until time of service Wednesday. Interment will take place 11 a.m. Thursday at Maplewood Cemetery, Reading. Those wishing may direct memorials to the Hillsdale County Humane Society or Calvary Baptist Church in Hillsdale.


 


 

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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Lloyd Cevora Oct. 15, 1917-Aug. 9, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:57 AM 

Lloyd Cevora, 91 yrs, of Petersburg, died Sunday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. 


 


 

Lois Ann Williams

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lois Ann Williams, age 73, of Adrian died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at 7:50 p.m. at her home. She was born July 14, 1936, in Macon Township to David and Elda (Meyer) Younglove. On Aug. 26, 1958, she married Glenn F. Williams. He preceded her in death on July 4, 1980. She had been an active member of the First Church of the Brethren, Adrian, where her husband had been the minister for many years. Lois had been a volunteer for the Red Cross, coordinating the blood drives for 30 years, for the Lenawee Co-Op Extension for many years, and was actively involved in Child Evangelism Fellowship. Lois is survived by her children, Timm (Tracy) Williams of Lansing, Rita Rutledge of Pioneer, Ohio, and Dale (Trish) Williams of Adrian; two sisters, Marie (Tom) Judkins of Britton and Barbara (Harvey) Gatt of Tecumseh; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.  In addition to her husband, Glenn, she was preceded in death by her parents, and a sister, Ruth Rutherford. Funeral Services for Lois will be held Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Robert Snyder officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, and also on Thursday from 12 noon until the time of funeral service at the funeral home. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Lois Williams. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Lorene C. Engelhardt Lorene C. Engelhardt, 85, Sebewaing, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 31, 2009. She was born on the family farm near Sebewaing on September 11, 1923, the daughter of Henry and Catherine (Stoeckle-Taschner) Hafner. Sixty-seven years ago, on May 16, 1942 she was united in marriage to Carl F. Engelhardt in Sebewaing. Lorene was an active member of St. John Lutheran Church in Kilmanagh where she served in many volunteer capacities with the Ladies Aid, Ladies Choir, and Lutheran World Relief. One of her greatest pleasures was serving as a volunteer at the church's day school and listening to students read. She enjoyed baking, canning, crocheting, gardening and sewing. She retired from General Cable Corporation of Cass City in 1984 and served as the retiree group's secretary-treasurer for many years. In addition to her husband, Carl, she is survived by two sons, Kenneth (Connie) Engelhardt, of Rose City and David (Patricia) Engelhardt, Cincinnati, Ohio; two daughters, Jeanette (Michael) Bach, Sebewaing and Joy (Gilbert) Sprague, Owendale; eight grandchildren, Kenneth (Melissa) Engelhardt, Kurt Engelhardt, Kathy Henderson, Michelle (Brad) Burke, Kevin (Brenda) Fritz, Elizabeth Engelhardt, Heather Sprague and Jeremy Sprague; seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Frank, Charles and Dan Taschner and Roland Hafner; and by three sisters, Irene Lorenz, Edna Knott and Dorothy Buschbacher. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at St. John Lutheran Church, Kilmanagh. Rev. Allen R. Stoll officiated with burial in the church cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider St. John Lutheran Church, the Lutheran Hour, Lutheran World Relief or Alzheimer's Foundation. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing.

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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. 


 


 

Lucinda Elizabeth Foust Aug. 8, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:55 AM 

Lucinda Elizabeth Foust, age 93, died August 8, 2009. 


 


 

Lucinda Lorene Risner *

57, of Mason, former antique dealer, died Tuesday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home, Lansing. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Malcolm P. Pearson

• Malcolm P. "Mal" Pearson, 86, of Manistee, died Tuesday, Aug. 11. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of funeral arrangements....


 


 

Marcella Elizabeth Ringsmuth

Thursday, August 13, 2009 2:29 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Marcella Elizabeth Ringsmuth, 98, a longtime resident of Wakefield, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, in Wakefield.


 


 

Marcella Laaksonen, 72

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 9:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Marcella Jane (Marcy) Laaksonen, 72, of Fennville, died Saturday, August 8, 2009, at Hospice House of HollandA memorial service will take place on Sunday, August 16, 2009 from 2-6 p.m. at 2462 63rd St., Fennville, with a prayer service  at 5 p.m.   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.


 


 

Margaret Kiel

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Margaret L. Nichols (Niles)

Margaret L. (Niles) Nichols Grand Ledge Age 89, passed away August 12, 2009. Margaret was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 18, 1920. She was a lifetime member of Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church. She was also a Veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army, working with the Stars and Stripes newspaper in Italy and North Africa. Her interests have included volunteer work with the Sparrow Hospital Auxiliary, and in the past few years vacationing and golfing in Jensen Beach, Florida and Leland, Michigan. In recent years she was an avid card game player and all around good sport with her friends at Independence Village in Grand Ledge. She enjoyed spending time with her daughter, Betty and son-in-law, David Underwood of Lansing. In addition, she is survived by several cousins and nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley; parents, Donovan and Grace Niles; and brother, Gene (Ruth) Niles. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2009, at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel with Pastor Paul J. Lindloff officiating. Interment will be in Ft. Custer National Cemetery on Monday, August 17. The family will receive friends at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday. Donations, if desired, in memory of Margaret may be made to Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church in lieu of flowers.


 


 

Margaret Lee Kelley *

60, of Lansing, died Tuesday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home.


 


 

Margery Florence Lippincott *

90, of Eldora, Iowa, formerly of Sunfield, retired school teacher, died Dec. 26, 2008. Graveside services 11 a.m. Friday at East Sebewa Cemetery. Arrangements by Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield.


 


 

Margie J. Graham Almont Margie J. Graham, 70, of Almont, passed away Sunday (August 9, 2009) at her home. She was born October 31, 1938 in Detroit the daughter of Raymond and Marjorie (Ferrand) Robins. She married Bill Graham on February 2, 1963 in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Little White Chapel. Margie formerly worked at the Almont IGA. She is survived by her 92 year old mother Marjorie; her husband Bill; granddaughter, Amber; Ambers father Wayne and foster son Buddy; sisters, Diana (Clarence); Linda (Kevin), Judy, Gerri, Sue and Sandy; brothers, Raymond, Jimmy (Paula), Dennis, and Mike; niece, Terri (Matt) along with many more nieces and nephews, great niece and nephew, Katlyn and Nickolas. She was preceded in death by her brothers, David and Richard and her grandson Christopher. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were entrusted to Muir Brothers Funeral Home in Almont.

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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.


 


 

Marsha Sue (Robinson) Wortman July 11, 1952-Aug. 10, 2009

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:09 PM 

Marsha Sue (Robinson) Wortman, 57, of Maumee, Ohio, formerly of Monroe, died Monday at the University of Toledo Medical Center. Arrangements by Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, Maumee. 


 


 

Martin (Marty) William Collins

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Martin (Marty) William Collins Martin (Marty) William Collins, age 63, passed away on August 12, 2008, at his home in Alameda, Calif. His death, caused by severe sepsis, was very unexpected. Martin was born on January 4, 1945, in Mount Clemens, Mich., to Martin August and Norma Alice (Ziessow) Collins. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mount Clemens, where he attended school from kindergarten to the eighth grade. Martin graduated with honors from Mount Clemens High School. He was awarded a full scholarship to Michigan State University where he majored in psychology. After college Martin worked in hospital management for Service Master Corporation, where he began in Marshall, Mich. From there he was transferred to Davenport, Iowa, Minneapolis, Minn. and finally Livermore, Calif. When Martin left Service Master, he worked in financial consulting and several years after that for the Kaiser Hospital Network in hospital management. Martin became involved in computer technology and eventually found a place in program management and network administration. He worked as a project manager for Charles Schwab in San Francisco and, at the time of his death, for Visa Corporation in transaction services maintaining their servers for all transactions worldwide. Martin was a kind and giving man who had a great faith in God. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Alameda, Calif., where he served on many committees and was very involved in the Sunday services. He was a great friend and caretaker to many. His hobbies included photography, reading, study of the Civil War and sailing. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Collins of Discovery Bay, Calif.; son, Christopher (Rachel) Collins of Oakland, Calif., mother, Norma Collins of Mount Clemens, Mich., sister, Marilyn (Larry) Harder of Macomb Township, Mich., and his best friend and dog, Sebastian. He was predeceased by his father Martin on October 10, 2005. His memory will be honored at an informal graveside gathering at Clinton Grove Cemetery on Sunday, August 16, 2009 at 1 p.m.


 


 

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 Jane Oakey

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Mary Jane Oakey Mary Jane Oakey. Deceased July 25, 2009, in Sebring, Fla. Was a longtime resident of Mount Clemens. Veteran of USAF and received several Presidential Awards for her numerous hours of community service. She will be dearly missed by her four brothers, Pete, Joe, Tito and Carlos, her three sisters, Juanita, Christine and Gloria. She is survived by four sons, Ralph, Robert, Richard and Ronald. Her eight grandchildren, Heather, Chelsea, Dylan, Kayla, Hannah, Antonia, Victoria and Lillie. And two great-grandchildren, Brian and David and countless other family members and friends.


 


 

Mary Lou Edington *

77, of Vermontville, died Tuesday. Services 1:30 p.m. Friday at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. 


 


 

Mary Lucile Kreiner Lapeer Mary Lucile Kreiner, 96, of Lapeer, passed away Thursday (August 6, 2009). She was born February 6, 1913, in Wakeman, Ohio, to William E. and Flora May Bradshaw Moses. Mary attended and graduated from Lapeer Schools. On July 19, 1958, she married Edward (Dennis) Kreiner in Toledo, Ohio. Shortly after, she devoted 27 years as an employee of Lapeer Fabricators. Mary was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Doris Esther Circle, Maine Rebekah Lodge 319, Royal Neighbors of America, American Legion Auxiliary, Suncrest Auxiliary and Lapeer Regional Hospital Auxiliary. She is survived by her cousin, Winifred Baxter; step-granddaughter, Laurie (Pete) Verbeke; step-grandson, Marc (Jennifer) Anderson, also several great and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, William (Flora May) Moses; step-son, Bud Anderson; brothers, Walter Moses, George Moses; step-grandson, Jerry Anderson. Memorials to Suncrest Auxi

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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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Matthew Greyerbiehl Matthew Greyerbiehl, 21, Bad Axe, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2009 at his home in Bad Axe. He was born on February 21, 1988 in Seoul, South Korea. Matthew was a graduate of the Bad Axe High School Class of 2006. He attended Macomb Community College and graduated from the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute with a 3.87 GPA. He owned and operated Clear Vision Tinting & Graphics in Bad Axe. He is survived by his parents, George and Mary (McKichan) Greyerbiehl, Bad Axe; brother, Shaun (Susan) Greyerbiehl, Ubly; two sisters, Sarah (Steven) Harmon, Sterling Heights and Rebecca Greyerbiehl (Ralph Kinney), Kinde; nieces, Ashley, Mya, Danica and Shayna Harmon, Anna and Emily Greyerbiehl and Madison and Shelby Kinney; his unborn daughter, Leila Jane; maternal grandparents, Jean and Leland Fischer, Marlette and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by maternal grandfather, Duane McKichan and paternal grandparents, Lester and Helen Greyerbiehl.Services were held on Thursday, August 6, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Fr. Rob Howe, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe.

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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 *

87, of East Lansing, died Sunday. Memorial services 11 a.m. today at St. Katherine's Episcopal Church, Williamston. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing.


 


 


 


 

Melissa Ann VanPatten *

43, of Lansing, nurse, died Sunday. Services noon today at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel.


 


 

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Michael Patrick McMonigle

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Michael Patrick McMonigle Michael Patrick McMonigle, age 44, died July 5, 2009. Beloved son of Michael and Mary Beth (Scanlan) McMonigle. Dearest brother of Colleen (Steve) Comben and Patrick (Catherine) McMonigle. Loving uncle of Kevin, Eric, Liam and Reid. Memorial service, Friday, August 14, St. Hubert Church, 38775 Prentiss, Harrison Township. Family will receive friends prior to 11 a.m. Mass.


 


 

Monica Sabrina Moreno *

22, of Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, Lady Footlocker salesperson, died Saturday. Memorial services 2 p.m. Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Alma. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home. 


 


 

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 


 


 

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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.


 


 

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Paul L. McDonald Sept. 11, 1951-Aug. 10, 2009

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:24 PM 

Paul L. McDonald, 57, of Vanceburg, KY, formerly of Monroe, passed away Monday, August 10, 2009. 


 


 

Pauline Jeanette "Nettie" Eva *

67, of Corunna, secretary, died Tuesday. Memorial services 11 a.m. Friday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Corunna Chapel. 


 


 

Phyllis M. Haas

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 9:50 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Phyllis M. Haas, age 79, of North Adams passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. She was born on April 28, 1930, in Pittsford, Mich., to Charlie G. and Geraldine (Hinkley) Calkins. She married Harry R. Haas on Feb. 8, 1948, in Pittsford, and he survives. Phyllis lived her early life in the Pittsford area and then she lived in the Addison and North Adams area for many years. She graduated from Pittsford High School in 1947. She was formerly employed at the Addison Telephone Company and Dr. Kelly’s Veterinary Clinic and was a former secretary at Addison High School and then a secretary at Lee Stamping in Addison. She was a former member of the Lady Elks of Hillsdale, member of Hudson American Legion Auxiliary and former member the Sweet Adelines of Adrian and Coldwater. Surviving besides her husband, Harry, are one daughter, LuAnn Bowers of Adrian; one son, Charlie Haas of North Adams; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Charlie Calkins, Jr. and Verlin Calkins. Cremation will take place. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug, 14, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. Burial of her ashes will take place at Aldrich Cemetery, Somerset Township, Hillsdale County, Mich., at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Addison Fire Department or to the Addison United Church. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

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

Saturday, August 8, 2009 1:50 AM 

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


 


 

Richard D. "Dick" Place *

66, of Mason, died Tuesday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Chapel, Mason. 


 


 

Richard Kaczmarek

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Robert A. Ballard Sr. *

85, of Holt, retired plumber, died Tuesday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel. 


 


 

Robert J. Bairski Robert John Bairski, 85, Bad Axe, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. He was born on April 12, 1924 in Kinde, son of the late Frank and Anna (Miller) Bairski. He married Marjorie L. Johnston on January 19, 1946 in Kinde. Robert was a lifetime resident of Bad Axe. He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service for 32 years. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans of Bad Axe and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie L. Bairski, Bad Axe; son, Robert D. Bairski, Bad Axe; daughter, Diane Lynn Harris, Bad Axe; three grandchildren, Jill Cederberg and special friend, Tom, Michael Bairski and special friend Tricia Kubacki and Steven (Tracy) Harris; six great-grandchildren, Josh, Marissa and Kaitlyn Woodruff, Laci Harris, Zachary Garcia and Cody Kubiak and two sisters, Betty Cummings, Bad Axe and Delores (Charles) Brown, New Boston. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Frank, Albin, Benjamin and Theodore Bairski. Services were held on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Memorials may be offered to the Disabled American Veterans or Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe.

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Robert Oakley

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Oakley, 87, of Concord passed away Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009 at home. He was born Aug. 18, 1921 in Howell the son of Albert and Alice (Shoemaker) Oakley.     During World War II, Bob served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Although he worked as a plumbing and heating contractor, he was always an outdoorsman at heart. He loved fishing and golfing and will be remembered for his character, integrity and quiet way of helping his friends and neighbors. Survivors include his wife, Doris (Johnson) Oakley, whom he married July 2, 1965; four daughters, Susan (Norman) Sullivan of S. Milwaukee, Wis., Martha (Mark) Sweet of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Nancy (Lyn Rochester) Oakley of Taylors, S.C., Carol (Larry) Allen of Claxton, Ga.; two sisters, Grace Oakley of Jackson, Edna Orgeck  of Southgate; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. His parents, one sister and one brother preceded him in death. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Litchfield.


 


 

Rodney Loubert *

29, of Lansing, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Aug. 17 at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, Dimondale. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Ronald L. Hughes

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Ronald L. Hughes Ronald L. Hughes, age 77, resident of Chesterfield Township, formerly of Fraser, and Auburndale, Fla., died peacefully August 11, 2009, surrounded by the love of his family. Ronald was born on April 4, 1932, in Toronto, Canada, son of the late Lloyd and Hazel Hughes. He served our country honorably in the U.S. Army in the 82nd Airborne division during the Korean War. Ronald worked at Michigan Bell for 34 years retiring in 1989. He served on the Fraser Board of Education from 1967-79 and was an active ARC board member. Ronald was also an active member of the Mount Clemens Masonic Lodge and the Valley of Detroit Scottish Rite. He enjoyed spending time with his family and studying his genealogy. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best. Ronald is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Donna nee Schuett; loving children Kathleen (Gary) Ross, Nancy (George) Hakim, Barbara (John) Riley, Susan (Edward) Ehlen, William (Melissa) and James; and four siblings. He was a proud grandfather of 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation will be held in Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home, 32814 Utica Rd., Fraser on Friday 2-9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Share memories on line at www.faulmannwalsh.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. 


 


 

Ruth Isabelle Harkless May 22, 1924-Aug. 10, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:57 AM 

Ruth Isabelle Harkless, age 85, of Sylvania and formerly of Ottawa Lake, MI, passed away August 10, 2009 at St. Anne Mercy Medical Center. 


 


 

Ruth L. Gregory *

83, of Ovid, died Saturday. Services will be held in Arizona at a later date. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. 


 


 

Ruth M. DeMeritt

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:17 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruth M. DeMeritt, age 95, of Adrian passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility.  She was born June 5, 1914, in Adrian, the daughter of Martin and Amelia (Lipp) Woller. Ruth graduated from Blissfield High School in 1932. She married Ronald Goist, who was the father of her three children. He preceded her in death in 1956. She later married Edward C. DeMeritt on Nov. 16, 1963, who preceded Ruth in death in 1973. Ruth was a faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, where she was active in many groups. Ruth is survived by a son, Roger (Brita) Goist of Sanger, Calif.; and a daughter, Sharon (Dennis) Schober of Reeds Spring, Mo.; a daughter-in-law, Janic Goist of Mesa, Ariz.; seven grandchildren, Randy Goist, Jonie Anderson, Vicki Greenberg, Margo White, Vincent, Gregory and Darrin Schober; 13 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husbands, Ruth was preceded in death by a son, Gerald Goist; and a brother, Willis Woller. The funeral service for Ruth will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Joel Sarrault officiating. Burial will follow at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery.  Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Wednesday from noon until the service at 2 p.m. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Ruth may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church or Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

SANDRA K. SHARP CLIFFORD Sandra K. Sharp, age 61, of Clifford, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 6, 2009 at her home in Burlington Township. Sandra has lived in Burlington Township the past 2 years and was previously from Deerfield Township area. She was born June 29, 1948 in Albion, Michigan, the daughter to the late Vernon & Charlotte (Davis) Taylor. She graduated from Homer High School in 1966 and C.M.U. in 1970, where she received her teaching certificate. She married John Sharp July 3, 1971 in Homer. Sandra taught at Sweet Elementary School in North Branch for 35 years, retiring in 2006. She was a member of the Country Christian Church in Deerfield Township, White Tails Unlimited Club and Delta Kappa Sigma Sorority at C.M.U. She enjoyed camping with friends, traveling and most of all, her family. She is survived by her husband, John of Clifford; two sons, Christopher (Tanya) Sharp of Traverse City and Chad (Jen) Sharp of Fenton; and four grandchildren, Savannah, Isabella, Dylan & Ayden. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Kevin and one grandson, Jonathon. Funeral services were held at the Country Christian Church in Deerfield Township with Pastor Roger Keur officiating. Burial was in the Mount Hope Cemetery in Lapeer. Memorials may be donated to United Hospice Service, Country Christian Church or Cancer Center Development Office in U of M. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette. (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com

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Sandra K. Sharp Clifford Sandra K. Sharp, 61, of Clifford, passed away peacefully Thursday (August 6, 2009) at her home in Burlington Twp. Mrs. Sharp has lived in Burlington Twp. the past 2 years and was previously from Deerfield Twp. area. She was born June 29, 1948, in Albion, Mich., daughter to the late Vernon & Charlotte (Davis) Taylor. She graduated from Homer High School in 1966 and C.M.U in 1970, where she received her teaching certificate. She married John Sharp on July 3, 1971 in Homer. Mrs. Sharp taught at Sweet Elementary School in North Branch for 35 years, retiring in 2006. Sandra was a member of Country Christian Church in Deerfield Twp., White Tails Unlimited Club and Delta Kappa Sigma Sorority at C.M.U. She enjoyed camping with friends, traveling and most of all, her family. She is survived by her husband, John of Clifford; sons, Christopher (Tanya) Sharp of Traverse City and Chad (Jen) Sharp of Fenton; grandchildren, Savannah, Isabella, Dylan and Ayd

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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. 


 


 

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Sharon Lee Vauter March 11, 1944-Aug. 6, 2009

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:24 PM 

Sharon Lee Vauter, age 65, of Monroe passed away at 12:40 a.m., Thursday, August 6, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center in Monroe. 


 


 

Shawn Lee Rivard

Thursday, August 13, 2009 6:18 AM 

Shawn Lee Rivard Shawn Lee Rivard, age 31, passed away August 8, 2009. He was born October 9, 1977. Mr. Rivard is survived by his mother, Betty Soullier; sister, April Wood; children, Sean, Tyler, Austin, Shawn Jr, and Dakota.


 


 

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Sirena White, 89

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 11:16 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sirena White, age 89, of Holland, passed away on Wednesday August 12, 2009 in Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements will be announced by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Mulder Chapel, www.lifestorynet.com   


 


 

Sr. Barbara Matteson, O.P.

Thursday, August 13, 2009 9:42 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sr. Barbara Matteson, O.P., age 70, of Adrian died Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.  


 


 

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Theresa E. (Terry) Allen Oct. 29, 1933-Aug. 9, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:57 AM 

Theresa E. (Terry) Allen, 75; of Monroe and Bonita Springs, Florida passed away on August 9, 2009 at Tendercare of Monroe while recovering from pneumonia and undergoing cancer treatment.


 


 

Thomas McAdow DiCenzo

Thursday, August 13, 2009 9:42 AM - 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. Survived by parents, Jeff and Marsha DiCenzo of Adrian, Mich.; sisters, Catey DiCenzo (Ryan Seiser), 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, on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tommy’s name to the local Humane Society or the charity of the donor’s 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 Sawgle, Bertha Johnson, Lucille Langlois and Edith Matas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Genesys Hospice. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday (August 22, 2009) at the Lapeer Township Hall, 1500 Morris Rd., Lapeer. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements made by Muir

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Thornton, Zelma L. (Wardwel) *

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Tonya Anne Morse

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 9:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Tonya Anne Morse, 48, of Fort Collins, Colo., our beloved sister and aunt, died of complications resulting from severe brain trauma on Friday, May 8, 2009, at the Pathways Hospice in Loveland, Colo. She was born May 21, 1960, in Adrian, Mich., the daughter of Gerald and Verlaine (Sanford) Morse. A memorial service for Tonya will be held at the Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson, Mich., on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at 1 p.m. with Father Richard Eberle officiating. Interment will follow in Sand Creek Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. the day of the service. Donations in Tonya’s memory can be made to the Longmont Humane Society, 9595 Nelson Road Longmont, CO 80501 or www.longmonthumane.org.  


 


 

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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TORCH LAKE — Mr. Harold E. Wiersum, age 86, of Torch Lake and formerly of Grand Rapids, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009. Harold served his country in the United States Army driving a heavy truck on the Burma Trail. After the service Harold became a sales representative for Homelite, retiring after 28 years. He moved to Torch Lake and enjoyed being on the water, fishing and watching the Red Wings. He was a member of Eastport Baptist Church and a member of the American Legion Post #356. His wife, Genevieve and a daughter, Charlotte Gilde preceded him in death.Harold will be lovingly remembered by his children, Sandra and Bob Lyon of Marne, Ronald and Carol Wiersum of Lowell, Gary and Linda Wiersum of Bartow, Fla., Dale and Karen Wiersum of Cheboygan, Jeffrey and Kristi Wiersum of Belding, and Todd and Chris Wiersum of Comstock Park; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild, with the anticipated arrival of two more; brothers, Robert and Elaine Wiersum, William and Josie Wiersum; nieces and nephews; former son-in-law, Bill Tetzlaff; and many good friends at Torch Lake and Bellaire. The service of Praise and Thanksgiving for the gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ for Mr. Wiersum will be Friday at 11 a.m. at Remembrance Church, 4575 Remembrance Road, NW, Grand Rapids, with Dr. Kurt Kigar officiating. Military honors will be under the auspices of the Kent County Veterans Honor Guard, with interment in Fairplains Cemetery. Relatives and friends may gather at the Pederson Funeral Home from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today, and prior to the service at the church on Friday.Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International, 120 Wall Street, 19th Floor, New York, NY 10005. Arrangements are by Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford; www.pedersonfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Vera L. Cilley Aug. 14, 1910-Aug. 8, 2009

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.


 


 

Vineta Doris Jones

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Warren R. Zarend Aug. 11, 2009

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:08 PM 

Warren R. Zarend, 87, of Monroe died Tuesday in his home. Visitation is pending for Thursday with funeral services on Friday. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home.


 


 

Wesley David Gilson *

47, of Howell, communications sales director, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday at MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell. 


 


 

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William Andrew "Billy" Beckett *

25, of Lansing, flooring installer, died Saturday. Visitation 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

William P. Brown Aug. 10, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:57 AM 

William P. Brown, 84, Monroe died Monday at Erie West Hospice, Toledo. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home.


 


 

William P. Brown July 17, 1925-Aug. 10, 2009

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:08 PM 

William P. Brown, age 84, of Toledo, formerly of Monroe, Michigan, died 5:40 p.m Monday, August 10, 2009 at Foundation Park Care Center in Toledo, Ohio.


 


 

Willis and #147;Willie and #148; Nadeau Jr. Oct. 11, 1940-Aug. 8, 2009

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:58 AM 

Willie Nadeau, age 68, of Barton City, Mich. died Saturday August 8, 2009 at home. 


 


 

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Zelma L. (Wardwell) Thornton *

89, of Olivet, retired Olivet Community Schools employee, died Wednesday. Visitation 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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