Saturday, August 15, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 8/15/09


 


 


 

Aaron D. Geiling Sr.

Friday, August 14, 2009 11:49 AM 

Aaron D. Geiling Sr., 82, of Sanford, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Adeline Genevieve Van Ever

Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:12 AM 

Adeline Genevieve Van Ever, 85, of Gladwin, Michigan, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2009, surrounded by her family.


 


 


 


 

Alberta June (Brake) Humbyrd

Sunday, August 9, 2009 2:58 AM

Alberta June (Brake) Humbyrd stepped up to heaven on Aug. 7, 2009. 


 


 

Alfred A. Linn "Al" *

92, of Glastonbury, Conn., formerly of Lansing, road construction sales manager, died Friday. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing. 


 


 

Alice J. Gracey

Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:31 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 M. Schreiber

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 12:08 PM 

Alice M. Schreiber, passed away Monday afternoon, July 20, 2009, at her daughter's home surrounded by her family. 


 


 

Alice Schreiber

Tuesday, July 21, 2009 11:46 AM 

Alice Schreiber, of Coleman, passed away Monday, July 20, 2009. 


 


 

Allen J. Campbell Sr.

Sunday, August 9, 2009 2:58 AM

Allen J. Campbell Sr., age 89 of Sanford, died at the MidMichigan Medical Center on Friday, Aug. 7, 2009. 


 


 

Almeda Murley

Monday, July 20, 2009 11:23 AM 

Almeda Murley, 90, of Midland, died Saturday night, July 18, 2009, at MidMichigan Stratford Village. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Directors. 


 


 

Anna C. Hilliker

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Anna Christine Hilliker

Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:31 AM 

Anna Christine Hilliker Anna Christine Hilliker, 88 of Port Huron died Thursday, August 13, 2009. She was born December 25, 1920 in Croswell to the late August and Pauline Nehring. She married Thomas A. Hilliker on February 5, 1941 in Port Huron. He died September 7, 2001. Mrs. Hilliker was a member of Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church. She is survived by two sons, Thomas (Roxie) Hilliker, Jr. and Phillip Hilliker; a daughter, Sue Schlinkert; 15 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Linda Hilliker; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, James Hilliker; and two daughters, Patricia and Caroline. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Sunday and 1-2 p.m. Monday in the Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2009 in Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. The Reverend Andrew Schroeder will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Port Huron. Memorials may be made to Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church. To send condolences, visit pollockrandallfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Arden Schukofski

Friday, July 31, 2009 11:25 AM 

Arden Schukofski, 77, of Midland, died Thursday morning, July 30, 2009, at Tendercare of Mount Pleasant. Funeral services will take place on Monday, Aug. 3, 2009. A complete obituary will be published in Saturday's edition of the Midland Daily News. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors


 


 

Arden 'Art' Gerald Schukofski

Saturday, August 1, 2009 2:00 AM

Arden "Art" Gerald Schukofski, 77, of Midland, died Thursday morning, July 30, 2009, at Tendercare of Mount Pleasant. He was born Dec.10, 1931, in Larkin Township, son of the late Edward and Elsie (Dietlien) Schukofski. Arden was a life member of the St. John's Lutheran Church in Midland. He was employed as a custodian with Midland Public Schools from 1968 until his retirement in 1993. He also farmed in Larkin Township most of his life. His enjoyments included hunting, fishing and gardening.


 


 

Avery G. Goodrich

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 6:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Avery G. Goodrich, 90, Cheboygan passed away Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009. A private graveside service was held for the im­mediate family on Aug, 11, 2009 at the Mullett-Burt Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com. Arrangements were handled by the Nordman Funeral Home. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune.


 


 

Barbara J. Rose

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 6:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Barbara J. Rose, 71, daughter of Ernest and Vio­letta Rose, passed away July 9, 2009. Cremation has taken place and there will be a memorial service at St. James Episcopal Church in Cheboygan, on Saturday, Aug. 22, at 11 a.m. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune.  


 


 

Bay City, Saginaw death notices

Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:45 PM 

Peter Pogoreski, 81, of Saginaw, died July 21, 2009. Case Funeral Home. 


 


 

Bernice Thomas-Town

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Bernice Thomas-Town, wife of the late Lloyd Town of Hanover, died June 27, 2009. Family, friends and neighbors will meet for a Celebration of Life 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16 at Kasy’s of Litchfield, 119 Marshall St., Litchfield, hosted by her stepchildren, John and Alice.


 


 

Bette M. McIntire

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 4:34 PM 

Bette M. McIntire, 81, of Midland, went home to be with her Lord Friday, July 31, 2009, after a lengthy illness. 


 


 

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.   


 


 

Billy I. Aker

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

  Billy I. Aker, 80, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater. She was born Dec. 28, 1928, in Garrett, Ind., to Charles and Leona (Wylert) Smith. She was married July 13, 1958, in Hillsdale, to Kenneth Aker and he survives. Billy was a resident of Hillsdale the majority of her life. She enjoyed traveling and was an avid bowler. Surviving besides her husband Ken, are a sister-in-law, nieces and a nephew. Memorial services for Billy Aker will be 2 p.m. Monday, August 17 at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. Edward Mohr officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation Monday from 1 p.m. until services at 2 p.m., at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Bradley M. Newberry

Saturday, August 15, 2009 2:15 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Bradley M. Newberry, 39, of Salmi Lane, Ironwood Township, died Wednesday evening, Aug. 12, 2009, in Ironwood, from injuries sustained in a wood chipper malfunction.


 


 

Bradley V. Winchell

Monday, August 10, 2009 11:28 AM 

Bradley V. Winchell, 52, of Midland, died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009. 


 


 

Brawley, Richard H. *

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Bruce G. Wilson May 30, 1952-

Thursday, August 13, 2009 12:12 PM 

Bruce G. Wilson, 57 of Vanderbilt, formerly of Newport, walked down his last trail on Thursday, August 6th at West Branch Regional Medical Center. He had a fast and peaceful ride. 


 


 

Burwin Lagios "Bur" *

84, of Lansing, died Friday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Carl E. Griffin July 31, 1927- Aug. 13, 2009

Friday, August 14, 2009 11:46 AM 

Carl E. Griffin, 82, of Monroe, passed away at 6:07 AM, Thursday, August 13, 2009 in his home. He had been in poor health since February and seriously ill for a month. 


 


 

Carl Griffin Aug. 13, 2009

Thursday, August 13, 2009 12:13 PM 

Carl Griffin, 82, of Monroe died at 6:07 a.m. this morning in his home. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home.


 


 

Charles C. Asam Aug. 13, 2009

Friday, August 14, 2009 11:42 AM 

Charles C. Asam, 81, of Monroe died Thursday in his home. 


 


 

Charles C. Asam Feb. 24, 1928-Aug. 13, 2009

Saturday, August 15, 2009 1:54 AM 

Charles C. Asam, age 81 of Monroe, died August 13, 2009 in his home. 


 


 

Charles F. Randazzo Nov. 30, 1947-Aug. 1, 2009

Thursday, August 13, 2009 12:12 PM 

Charles F. Randazzo, age 61, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on August 1, 2009 in Dallas, Texas.


 


 

Charles W. Hintz

Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:01 PM 

Charles W. Hintz, 57, of Beaverton, passed away suddenly Tuesday, July 21, 2009.


 


 

Clara M. Deinzer

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Clara M. “Aunt Peachy” Deinzer, 93, Cheboygan, passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2009 at Hancock Haven Retirement Village. Visitation will be held on today, Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 from 6-8 p.m., at the Christian Funeral Home, with a Scripture Service beginning at 7 p.m. The Fu­neral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009 at 11 a.m., with visitation beginning at 10 a.m., at St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church. Rev. Paul Megge will officiate, with burial at Mt. Calvary Ceme­tery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Clifford E. Avery

Friday, July 24, 2009 11:44 AM 

Clifford E. Avery, 88, of Midland, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center.


 


 

Cora W. Thompson

Friday, August 14, 2009 6:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Cora W. Thompson, 83, Cheboygan, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. No services are planned at this time. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune.


 


 

Dale E. Mooi, 82

Friday, August 14, 2009 9:04 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Dale E. Mooi, 82, of Holland, died Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at Oak Crest of Holland. Services are 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, at Bethany Christian Reformed Church, 11 E. 32nd St. Visitation is 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.   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.


 


 

David B. Thomas

Saturday, August 15, 2009 12:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

David B. Thomas, 75 of Palmetto, Fla., and a long-time Sturgis resident, died Thursday evening Aug. 13, 2009, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Mich. He was born Dec. 19, 1933, in Universal, Ind., a son of the late John and Martha (Bernard) Thomas. David had resided in Florida since 1980 and prior to that he had lived in the Sturgis and Klinger Lake area for many years. In June of 1963 he married Joyce Keagle in St. Pete, Florida. He had owned and operated the Prop Stop Restaurant in Sturgis and was a partner in Tiny Tee a miniature golf course development company that built golf courses throughout the United States. While living in Florida he and his wife managed the Crab Trap I and II restaurants for many years and also owned and operated Dave’s Discount Tackle both in Palmetto. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp serving during the Korean Conflict. David was a past member of the Meridian Sun-Eagle Lodge #49 F&AM in Sturgis and the Sturgis Lions Club. He enjoyed fishing and riding motor cycles. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; one daughter, Holly Thomas of Charleston, SC; three sons, Scott Thomas of West Unity, Ohio, Michael (Joyce) Thomas of Bradenton, Florida and Daniel Thomas of Bryan, Ohio; three grandchildren; one brother, John (Angela) Thomas of Port St. Lucy, Fla.; and nieces and nephews. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. There are no services planned at this time. If desired memorial donations would be appreciated to the Meridian Su-Eagle Lodge. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The Hackman Family Funeral Home Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-2331 is handling the arrangements. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

David Lee Fox

Friday, August 14, 2009 4:24 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

David Lee Fox, age 46, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009. He was born Sept. 13, 1962, in Albion, Mich. David had spent his early years living in Jackson and Coldwater and moved to the Sturgis area in 1975. He attended Sturgis Schools and enjoyed fishing. Surviving are one sister, Kathleen “Kate” (Frank) Worthington of Sturgis; two brothers, Mark (Betty) Draper and Paul (Terra) Draper, both of Sturgis; step-father, Homer Draper of Lake Orion, Mich.; step-brother, Jim Risch of Fla.; step-sister, Erica Witt of Clarkson, Mich.; special family friend, Cindy Britton; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother; grandparents; two brothers, Tim Fox Sr. and baby brother, Homer “Homie” Draper, and a niece, Jessica Fox. There will be no visitation or services as cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be directed to Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., which is in charge of the arrangements. Online messages may be left for the family at www.hackmanfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

David Lee Rooke

Friday, August 7, 2009 11:18 AM 

David Lee Rooke, 86, of Kerrville, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, in a San Antonio hospital.


 


 

David Rooke

Saturday, August 8, 2009 2:58 AM 

David Rooke was always looking ahead. In fact, his favorite phrase was "Don't worry about the past. Just throw away the rearview mirror." Yet when he died at 86 Wednesday morning, Aug. 5, he left behind a rearview mirror worth looking in, crowded with stories of lives he had touched.


 


 

Davis, Ethel

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Deborah Marone, 56

Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Deborah Marone, 56, of Douglas, died Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, at her home.  Arrangements will be announced later by the Saugatuck Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. 


 


 

Debra (DeGroat) Carter

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


 


 

Delores F. Marshall

Tuesday, July 21, 2009 11:46 AM 

Delores F. Marshall, 85, passed away Friday, July 17, 2009, at home with family by her side. Delores had lived in Clear Lake since 1983, formerly of Midland.


 


 

Delores J. Orlando

Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:31 AM 

Delores J. Orlando Delores J. Orlando (nee Gentile). Age 74. August 13, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Dominic for 49 years. Loving mother of Christine (Matthew) Deboer and the late Mark Orlando. Dear grandmother of Danyell and Benjamin. Dear sister of Gino (Marie) Gentile, Mary (Quin) Williams and the late Sam (Rosie) Gentile. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Road at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Road). Funeral Tuesday, Instate 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of All Saints, 31470 Cyril (W. of Utica) until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com


 


 

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Don Miller

Friday, July 24, 2009 11:44 AM 

On Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at 86 years, 11 months & 5 days, Don Miller, a no-frills man, an honest, hard working man, a much loved man, peacefully left this life for his home in Heaven, to be welcomed by his Savior, Jesus and a host of loving family members.


 


 

Donald C. Dodd

Friday, August 14, 2009 4:23 AM - Brandon Watson watson@sturgisjournal.com 

Donald C. Dodd, 86, of Constantine, Mich., passed away Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at the Three Rivers Health Hospital. He was born in Benton Harbor, Mich., on Dec. 15, 1922,  a son of  Archie G.  and Lena Mae (Allkins) Dodd.  Don graduated from Constantine High School in 1940, where he played on the first undefeated and unscored upon football team. Don was recently inducted into the Constantine Hall of Fame and also honored as citizen of the year. He retired as Lt. Commander Aviation Ordinance in the U.S. Navy in 1971 after 30 years of service. Don saw tours of duty in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He served on the USS Valley Forge and USS Oriskany CVA34 aircraft carriers as an Ordinance Officer.   On July 17, 1982, he married Dorothy Cripe in White Pigeon. She preceded him in death Feb. 11, 1993. On Jan. 2, 1994, he marrried Vera Lucille (Cripe) Ross. Don was a member of the Eastern Star Mid-Pacific #10, The Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem, the Elienai, in Honolulu, Hawaii; and the Constantine Arthur E. Stears American Legion Stears Post  #223. He was also a member and past Worshipful Master of Constantine Siloam Lodge # 35 Free and Accepted Masons. Surviving are his wife Vera Dodd; a son, Glen (Dorene) Dodd of Seattle; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, June (Oscar) Grant and family of White Pigeon; a brother, Robert (Phyllis) Dodd and family of Constantine; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, William Dodd. Relatives and friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine, where Masonic Services will be held Sunday at 7 p.m. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m.  Monday at the Trinity Missionary Church in Constantine, with Pastor Alan Lickfeldt officiating.  Interment will be in the Constantine Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion or Masonic Lodge. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Donald G. Lee

Saturday, July 25, 2009 2:01 AM

Donald G. Lee, 69, of Midland, died Thurday, July 23, 2009, at Central Michigan Community Hospital in Mount Pleasant. 


 


 

Donald James Miller

Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:45 PM 

Donald James Miller, 86, of Pensacola, Fla. and formerly of Midland and Saginaw, died Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Donald L. Pickelman

Sunday, July 19, 2009 3:07 AM 

Donald L. Pickelman, age 80 of Auburn, died Friday July 17, 2009, at Bay Regional Medical Center, following a lengthy battle with Parkinson's Disease.


 


 

Dorman Eugene Rippee

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 12:08 PM 

Dorman Eugene Rippee, 71, of Blue Springs, Mo., passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009. 


 


 

Dorna Lee Westbrook *

77, of Ovid Township, retired Michigan State University cook, died Wednesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Monday at United Church of Ovid. Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Homes, Houghton Chapel, Ovid.


 


 

Dorothy Carter

Dorothy Carter was born June 21, 1911, in Harbor Springs to Harry and Bertha (Baker) Lawrason. She graduated from Harbor Springs High School in 1929.


 


 

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 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.


 


 

Douglas Allan Wolcott

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 11:42 AM 

Douglas Allan Wolcott, 80, of Scottsdale Ariz., formerly of Midland, left this world on July 24, 2009, much the same way he lived, with courage and wonder. 


 


 

Drake, Grace Marie *

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Duane C. Locke

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 11:29 AM 

Duane C. Locke, 92, of Freeland, passed away Monday morning, July 27, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

Duane Dent

Friday, August 7, 2009 11:18 AM 

Duane Dent, 81, of Midland, died Friday morning, Aug. 7, 2009, at his home.


 


 

Duane Erwin Dent

Sunday, August 9, 2009 2:58 AM 

Duane Erwin Dent, 81, of Midland, died early Friday morning, Aug. 7, 2009 at his home.


 


 

Dudley McCracken Aug. 12, 2009

Thursday, August 13, 2009 12:13 PM 

Dudley McCracken, 59, of Dundee died at 5:58 p.m. Wednesday in his home. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

Dudley McCracken Jan. 23, 1950-Aug. 12, 2009

Friday, August 14, 2009 11:42 AM 

Dudley McCracken age 59 of Dundee passed away at home, Wednesday, August 12, 2009. He was in the company of his beloved family, and had been under the care of Heartland Hospice and Homecare after a valiant eight year battle with cancer.


 


 

Edison A. Shepherd

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:15 AM 

Edison A. Shepherd, 92, died on Thursday, July 16, 2009, at Clare Bridge of Midland. 


 


 

Edna Beadle

• Mrs. Edna Beadle, 88, of Branch, died Tuesday, Aug. 11. Wyman Funeral and Cremation Services - Stephens Funeral Home in Scottville is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Edna M. Beadle

Edna M. Beadle, 88, of Ludington, formerly of Carr Settlement, died Tuesday, Aug. 11 at Tendercare of Ludington. Edna was born on April 23, 1921, the daughter of Perry and Ida May (Miller) Tyndall, an...


 


 

Edna Schneider Aug. 14, 2009

Friday, August 14, 2009 11:42 AM 

Edna Schneider, 87, of Carleton, died this morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe. 


 


 

Edward "Ned" Gurnee

Tuesday, July 21, 2009 11:46 AM 

Edward "Ned" Gurnee, died Sunday evening, July 19, 2009, at the Garden City Hospital.


 


 

Edward G. 'Eddie' Matusewic Jr.

Saturday, August 15, 2009 2:18 AM 

WAUSAU, Wis. -- Edward G. "Eddie" Matusewic Jr., 49, of Rhinelander, and formerly of Montreal, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wausau. 


 


 

Edwin A. Skornia

Friday, July 31, 2009 11:25 AM 

Edwin A. Skornia, 91, of Auburn died Wednesday evening, July 29, 2009, at Tendercare Nursing Home in Midland. 


 


 

Elmer M. Wilke

Monday, August 10, 2009 11:27 AM 

Elmer M. Wilke, 87, of Midland, died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at Tendercare of Midland. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson MILLER Funeral Home. 


 


 

Elmer Milton Wilke

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 1:55 PM 

Elmer Milton Wilke, 88, of Midland, returned home to his Heavenly Father on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009, at Tendercare of Midland.


 


 

Ervin E. Morse "Erv" *

85, retired state Liquor Control Commission employee, died Thursday. Services 10 a.m. Tuesday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Esther Knierim

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:18 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Esther Knierim, age 82, of Adrian passed away Aug. 12, 2009, at Toledo Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

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.


 


 

Eugene P. Paquet

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:23 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Eugene Phillip 'Gene' Paquet, 60, Carp Lake, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009. The funeral service will be held on Monday, Aug. 17, 2009 at noon at the Nordman Funeral Home with Pastor Reid Nelson officiating. Visitation with the family will be held one hour prior to the serv­ice. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Evelyn L. Boulis

Thursday, August 6, 2009 12:28 PM 

Evelyn L. Boulis, 74, of Coleman, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at the Toni & Trish House in Fisherville. 


 


 

Fay Elisabeth English

Saturday, August 1, 2009 2:00 AM

Fay Elisabeth English, age 84, passed away at The Toni and Irish House on Thursday morning, July 30, 2009. 


 


 

Fay English

Friday, July 31, 2009 11:25 AM 

Fay English, 85, of Midland, died this morning, July 31, 2009, at the Toni and Trish House. 


 


 

Fern Florey

Friday, July 31, 2009 11:25 AM

Fern Florey, 85, of Midland, died Thursday, July 30, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Fern I. 'Ma' Florey

Saturday, August 1, 2009 2:00 AM

Fern I. "Ma" Florey, 85, of Midland, died Thursday, July 30, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center. She was born May 16, 1924, in Gladwin County, daughter of the late Leonard B. & Grace (VanBuren) Lewis.


 


 

Fred Berlin

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 12:08 PM 

Fred Berlin, 87, of Midland, died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009. 


 


 

Fred John Berlin

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:31 PM 

Fred John Berlin, 87, of Midland, died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

Frederick Rankin Sandberg *

67, of Gowen, formerly of Lansing, died Thursday. Services 2:30 p.m. today at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

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 L. Towns

• George L. Towns, 83, of Ludington, died August 12. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

George L. Towns Sr.

Well-known Ludington businessman George L. Towns Sr. passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12 at Hackley Hospital in Muskegon. George was born Sept. 14, 1925 in Ludington, the son of George A. and Gladys E. (La... 


 


 

George R. Greer

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


 


 

Gerald E. Rilling

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gerhard Fritzsche

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


 


 

Glen L. Huss

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 11:38 AM 

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


 


 

Glenn Edward Prielipp

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 11:42 AM 

Glenn Edward Prielipp, 84, of Stuart, Fla., passed away Sunday, July 19, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

Gordon Ruonavaara, 88

Gordon Ruonavaara, 88, of Harbor Springs passed away at Hiland Cottage of Petoskey on Aug. 12, 2009. Services are pending with Stone Funeral Home and a full obituary will follow on Monday. 


 


 

Gretta M. Anderson, 95

Gretta M. Anderson, age 95, of West Bloomfield formerly of Walled Lake and Pellston, died Aug. 12, 2009. 


 


 

Haleigh Addison Mann

Sunday, July 26, 2009 3:13 AM 

Haleigh Addison Mann passed away on July 23, 2009, while in the arms of her loving parents, Shane and Keri Mann.


 


 

Haleigh Mann

Saturday, July 25, 2009 2:01 AM 

Haleigh Mann, 6 months, of Midland, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at Motts Children Hospital in Ann Arbor.


 


 

Harold "Pat" Burch

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 11:29 AM 

Pat Burch, 86, of Coleman, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2009, at his home surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Harold D. Shufelt

Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold D. Shufelt, 81, of Burr Oak, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 at his home. The service will be held Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Pleasant Hill Missionary Church in Bronson with Pastor Cory Weatherton officiating. Interment will follow at Trayer Cemetery in Noble Twp. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Aug 13, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Kolcz Funeral Home In Bronson. Harold was born Sept. 15, 1927 in Gilead Twp., 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 US 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 truck 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 Lodge, and also Past Patron of the O.E.S. He served on the Noble Twp. Board for 35 years acting as both Trustee and Clerk. Harold was a skilled woodworker and loved antique machinery, especially steam engines. Harold is survived by 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. Memorials may be directed to the Veteran’s Hospital in Ann Arbor or the Pleasant Hill Missionary Church.


 


 

Harold Francis Carter

Harold Francis Carter East Lansing Born May 25, 1921 the son of William G. and Josephine E. Carter, Harold Francis Carter died August 12, 2009 at the age of 88. Harold proudly served his country in the U.S. Army in the South Pacific during WWII. He was a long-time resident of Haslett, was employed by Consumer's Power for 32 years and was a charter member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in East Lansing. Harold was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 50 years, Mary Kathryn Carter (Spencer); and brother, William Roe. He is survived by 2 daughters, Debbie McGuigan of East Lansing, and Jenifer Carter of Lansing; son, Patrick (Kimberly) Carter of Pittsburgh, PA; and 6 wonderful grandchildren. A funeral mass will be celebrated Monday, August 17, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 955 Alton Rd, East Lansing, with the Rev. Mark Inglot officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday, from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Ave, East Lansing, and 1 hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. A rosary will be prayed Sunday evening at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the American Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 515, Northampton, MA 01061-0515 in memory of Harold.


 


 

Harold Francis Carter *

88, of East Lansing, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, East Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. 


 


 

Harold Horstman Jr.

Saturday, August 15, 2009 12:45 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold Joseph Horstman Jr. passed on Aug. 10, 2009. He was born on Aug. 3, 1948, in San Francisco. He married Mary Ann Harker in 1974. They resided in Sturgis, Mich., until retiring from Grumman Olsen in 1999. After becoming an electrical inspector for Livingston County, Harold and Mary Ann have resided in the Brighton area. He is survived by his wife; his children, Karena and Brenton Mark, Joseph Horstman, April and Mike Sikorski, and Aline and John Kaprieve; nine grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Merrill (Joe) Harker; a sister-in-law, Tammy & Gary Gobert; two nieces; and his mother-in-law, Shirley Harker. There will be a celebration of his life on Sept. 26 in Indian River, Mich., for immediate friends and family.


 


 

Harry Wallaker

Tuesday, July 21, 2009 11:46 AM 

Harry Wallaker, of Midland, died Tuesday morning, July 21, 2009, at his home.


 


 

Helen Phyllis Corby

No Description Available! 


 


 

Helen Roberta Wilcox *

87, of Grand Ledge, formerly of Perryville, Ark., died Thursday. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday at Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. 


 


 

Hewitt, Lucille Ruth *

No Description Available! 


 


 

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. 


 


 

Ida Brower, 79

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 11:13 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ida Brower, age 79, died Tuesday, August 11, 2009.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 15, 2009 at Faith Reformed Church with  Reverend David Smits officiating.  Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to Faith Reformed Church.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.   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.


 


 

Irene D. Derdowski

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 12:08 PM 

Irene D. Derdowski, 95, of Auburn, passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 9, 2009, at Brian's House in Bay City, after a brief illness.


 


 

Jack A. Rogers

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 11:42 AM 

Jack A. Rogers, 83, died Sunday, July 26, 2009, at MidMichigan Stratford Village. 


 


 

Jack Babcock

Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:45 PM 

Jack Babcock, 78, of Midland, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at Mid Michigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Jack Duane "Pooch" Babcock

Friday, July 24, 2009 11:44 AM 

Jack Duane "Pooch" Babcock, 78, of Midland, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center after a lengthy illness. 


 


 

Jack Duane "Pooch" Babcock

Sunday, July 26, 2009 3:13 AM 

Jack Duane "Pooch" Babcock, 78, of Midland, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center after a lengthy illness.


 


 

Jack L. Smith

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

Jack L. Smith, 83, of Osseo, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born March 25, 1926 in Osseo to Lynn and Arley (Baker) Smith. He was married August 31, 1945 to Marie Inglis and she survives. Jack was a retired farmer and former school bus driver for Camden-Frontier Schools for 35 years. He was a graduate of Waldron High School. A member of Lake View Church and former longtime Sunday school teacher. He was a member of the Camden-Frontier School Board for eight years and a member of the National Rifle Association. Surviving besides his wife Marie is a daughter, Teresa (Bud) Weicht of Waterloo, Ind.; sons, Tim (Deanna) Smith of Osseo, Joe (Cammy) Smith of Camden and Mark (Sylvia) Smith of Osseo; 20 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a great great-grandson; and a sister, Mary (Clyde) Town of Waldron. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter-in-law, Connie. Funeral services for Jack Smith will be 11 a.m. Monday at Lake View Church in Camden with Pastors Todd Fetters and Steve Smith officiating. Interment will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township.  The family will receive friends for visitation 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Lake View Church, Camden-Frontier School or the American Heart Association. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Jacqueline Ann Sherman

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 11:38 AM 

Jacqueline Ann Sherman, 75, of Midland (formerly of Warren), passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009, at the Mid-Michigan Medical Center. 


 


 

James A. Bauml

Saturday, August 1, 2009 2:00 AM 

James A. Bauml, 65, of Traverse City, formerly of Midland, passed away Friday, July 31, 2009. Memorial Services will be held at 4 p.m., Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, at Life Story Funeral Home, Traverse City. A gathering for family and friends will be held from 2 p.m. until time of service.


 


 

James Riekse Jr., 63

Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:19 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James Riekse Jr., 63, died Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009.  Funeral services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Central Reformed Church of Grand Rapids, 10 College Ave. NE. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday and 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday at the church. 


 


 

Janet E. (Morris) Smiggen

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 11:17 AM 

Janet E. (Morris) Smiggen, of Naples, Fla., died Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, after a 10-month battle with cancer. 


 


 

Janet Ruth Rees

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 11:44 AM 

Janet Ruth Rees, 70, of Midland, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008, at her home with her husband at her side.


 


 

Jeanne A. Pikula

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jeffrey A. Sieggreen Sr.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:31 PM 

Jeffrey A. Sieggreen Sr., 58, of Midland, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center, after a lengthy illness with Crohn's disease. 


 


 

John Lee Leslie Sr.

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


 


 

Joseph George Kostick

Sunday, August 9, 2009 2:58 AM

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


 


 

Joseph George, Kostick Jr.

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


 


 

Juliann M. (Judy) Savage Oct. 1, 1941-Aug. 1, 2009

Thursday, August 13, 2009 12:13 PM 

A memorial Mass of Resurrection for Judy Savage, 67, of Monroe, who died Aug. 1 at Fountain View Nursing Center, will be at 11 a.m., Mon., Aug. 17 at St. Anne's Catholic Church, N. Dixie Hwy. Entombment will be at St. Joseph Cemetery.


 


 

Justin Steven Pribbernow

Saturday, August 8, 2009 2:58 AM 

Justin Steven Pribbernow, of Coleman, son of Josh and Jessica Saylor passed away Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at the age of 17 years, 10 months, and 29 days. 


 


 

Justin William Infante

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:15 AM 

Justin William Infante, 28, of Midland, was killed Sunday, July 12, 2009, in a single vehicle automobile accident. 


 


 

Justina J. "Tina" Guerra

Monday, July 27, 2009 2:02 PM 

Justina J. "Tina" Guerra, 73, of Saginaw. died July 25, 2009. Deisler Funeral Home. 


 


 

Kenneth Jay Horning Jr.

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:15 AM

Kenneth Jay Horning Jr., 71, died Wednesday, July 15, 2009. 


 


 

Kenneth Miller

Monday, July 20, 2009 11:23 AM 

Kenneth Miller, 74, of Wheeler, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2009, at his home.


 


 

Kent D. Keller

Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:59 AM 

Kent D. Keller, 67, of Midland, was called home to Heaven Thursday afternoon, July 16, 2009, after a brief battle with cancer. 


 


 

Kent Keller

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:15 AM 

Kent Keller, 67, of Midland, died Thursday afternoon, July 16, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center.


 


 

Laura L. Wirsing

Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:45 PM 

Laura L. Wirsing, 83, of Auburn, died Monday evening, July 20, 2009, at Luther Manor in Saginaw. 


 


 

Lee D. Whitney *

83, of DeWitt, retired General Motors Corp. employee, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. today at First Assembly of God, Lansing. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home, Lansing.


 


 

Leland J. Firth

Sunday, July 26, 2009 3:13 AM 

Leland J. Firth, 49, of Midland, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Lillian Marie Hogle

Lillian Marie Hogle Williamston Age 90, died August 13, 2009; born October 20, 1918 in Lansing, Michigan. Mrs. Hogle was a longtime member of the Lake Lansing Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Frank Hogle. Surviving are her daughters, Carol (Stephen) Faas and Judy Hogle; foster daughter, Mary Jo (Tony) Mullins; 9 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 17, at 10:00 a.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Avenue, East Lansing, with Rev. Robert Grimwood officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Interment will take place in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing, MI. Those desiring may make contributions to Lake Lansing Baptist Church, 5960 Lake Lansing Road, East Lansing, MI 48823 or Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 S. Cochran Road, Charlotte, MI 48813 in memory of Mrs. Hogle.


 


 

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.


 


 

Loren W. Fisher

Friday, August 14, 2009 4:22 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Loren W. Fisher’s life began in Adamsville, Mich., on Aug. 19, 1926.  He attended White Pigeon schools and graduated with the class of 1945. He was very proud of his military service serving his country in the U.S. Army in World War II, and his lifetime membership in the American Legion. On June 3, 1950, he married Marjorie Day in Constantine.  He and Marjorie had two children, LuAnn Fisher Seely of Sturgis and David Fisher of Three Rivers.  Loren began working for the United States Postal Service in 1948, where he worked as a clerk and later as a rural mail carrier until retiring in 1981.  He later enjoyed years of farming and co-owning Dave’s Marine Center in both Constantine and Three Rivers.   Twenty-five years were spent with Marjorie wintering in Florida and summering on Long Lake.  His three grandchildren, Analyse Seely, Thomas and Meagan Fisher, and one great-grandson, Carter, gave him much joy.  Loren’s family also included several nieces and nephews.  He was happiest outside hunting, fishing, and cutting wood.   Loren died at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo on Aug. 12, 2009, after a very brief three-week illness.  His parents, Lewis and Emma (Lee) Fisher, a brother, and two sisters preceded him in death.  According to his wishes, cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  


 


 

Loretta 'Lori' Bauer

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Loretta “Lori” Bauer, 79, passed away August 13, 2009. A complete obituary will run in Sunday’s Daily Telegram. Arrangements are with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Lori S. Marker

Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:12 AM 

Lori S. Marker, 46, of Midland died Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at her home. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Louise C. Woods

Sunday, August 9, 2009 2:58 AM 

Louise C. Woods, 71, of Midland, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, Aug. 7, 2009. 


 


 

Louise Woods

Saturday, August 8, 2009 2:58 AM 

Louise Woods, 71, of Midland, died Friday afternoon, Aug. 7, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Mabel Woudwyk, 101

Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:22 PM - AAAAAAAA 

Mabel Woudwyk, 101, of Zeeland, died Thursday, August 13, 2009. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, at North Street Christian Reformed Church, 20 E. Main Ave., Zeeland. Visiting hours will be 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.   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.


 


 

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.


 


 

Marcia Miller

Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:31 AM 

Marcia Miller Marcia Miller. Born in Detroit, MI on April 7, 1947 to Vincent and Althea Van Laan (deceased). Beloved wife of Bob Miller. Mother to Neil Miller, Diane Miller, Julie Carron and Robert Dean Miller. Beloved sister of Penny (Rich) Oberliesen, Letha (George) Cairns, Kirk Van Laan and the late Mark Van Laan. Daughter-in-law of Marie and the late Robert A. Miller. Sister-in-law of Marilyn (John) Miles, and Jeanne Van Laan. Also survived by four grandchildren, one great-grandchild and ten nieces and nephews. Marcia was a resident of Harrison Township, member of the Mariners Boat Club and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. She was an active sports lover, but she was most happy spending time with her family and friends. Upbeat and bubbly, Marcia was a loving and caring person who people naturally gravitated to. She will be deeply missed, but always in our hearts. Instate on Saturday, August 15, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. until the time of Funeral Mass at 9 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church (95 Market St., Mt. Clemens). Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com


 


 

Margaret E. Zimmerman

Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Margaret E. Zimmerman, 89, of Angola, Ind. died Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009 at her residence.  Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Ind., (260) 495-2915. 


 


 

Margaret L. Nichols *

89, of Lansing, died Wednesday. Services noon today at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Margaret M. Wasek

Friday, July 24, 2009 11:44 AM 

Margaret M. Wasek, 87, of Auburn, died suddenly Wednesday evening, July 22, 2009. 


 


 

Marie Evelyn Schavey

Marie Evelyn Schavey Lake Our loving Mother and Grandmother passed away Friday, August 14, 2009 at the age of 85. Born on October 28, 1923 to Peter and Annie (Herman) Smith in Lansing, MI, Mrs. Schavey was formerly from DeWitt and Ruskin, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 63 years, Gaylord Schavey; 4 brothers, Morley Smith, John Smith, Kenneth Smith, Ralph Smith; and 1 sister, Dorothy Burk. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Schavey; 2 sons, Dennis (Tina) Schavey, Ronald (Barbara) Schavey; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mildred Roof, Mable Beck, Elaine Smith, Darielle Smith and Lewis (Edith) Schavey. She worked for the State of Michigan, and retired in 1977. Marie enjoyed arts and crafts (especially collecting and making dolls). Spending time with family was very important to Marie and gave her great joy. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 12:00 Noon, at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 205 E. Washington, DeWitt, MI. Interment will follow in DeWitt Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the chapel on Monday, August 17, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.


 


 

Marilyn Jean Adams-Church

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:29 AM 

Marilyn Jean Adams-Church, died on July 25, 2009. The Funeral will be held at the Eagle Ridge Church of God on Thursday, July 30, 2009, at 11 a.m.


 


 

Marion Elizabeth Affelt

Sunday, July 26, 2009 3:13 AM 

Marion Elizabeth Affelt passed away Saturday morning, July 25, 2009, at Brian's House.


 


 

Marion Sevarns

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:25 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marion Sevarns, 84, Cheboygan, died Tuesday Aug. 4, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital - Larson Hall. Cremation has taken place and no services are planed at this time. Nordman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Mark Warner Semeyn

Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:01 PM 

Mark Warner Semeyn, 62, of Roscommon, and Placida, Fla., died peacefully Friday, July 17, 2009, after battling cancer for five years. He was living in Milan with family. 


 


 

Marlene Dorn

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 11:38 AM 

Marlene Dorn, of Coleman, died Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center, Midland. 


 


 

Marlene M. Dorn

Thursday, July 16, 2009 1:08 PM 

Marlene M. Dorn, 74, of Coleman, died Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Martha Ranck

Thursday, July 30, 2009 11:47 AM 

Martha Ranck, 89, of Coleman, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at Woodland Hospice in Mount Pleasant, surrounded by her family. 


 


 

Mary Frances Smith

Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:31 AM 

Mary Frances Smith Mary Frances Smith, age 78, August 13, 2009, of Ray Township, passed away on Thursday morning. Born on March 3, 1931 in Rector, Arkansas. On October 19, 1945, she was united in marriage with James D. Smith. Mr. Smith passed away on March 8, 1998. A member of Church of God in Mount Clemens. She enjoyed gardening and flowers. Mrs. Smith is survived by three children, Larie Smith of Ray Township, Terry Smith of Florida and Theresa (Randy) Kranz of Ray Township. Also, six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and siblings, Martha (Norman) Faucett, Sue (Huey) Groning and Robert (Josey) Cullen. Mary was predeceased by a son, Jerry and two brothers, Richard and Melvin Cullen. The visiting hours on Monday from 2-9 p.m. at Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot, Mount Clemens. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday August 18, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Reverend Lee Sparr officiating. Burial in Cadillac Memorial Gardens East Cemetery.


 


 

Matt Miller

Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:45 PM 

Matt Miller, 37, of Midland and formerly of Beal City, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 21, 2009.


 


 

Mattie M. Stokes *

85, of Lansing, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at New Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. 


 


 

Mattie Mae Stokes

Mattie Mae Stokes Lansing Age 85, was born in Cotton Plant, AR to Luella Hampton Taylor and Ed Taylor and passed away on August 12, 2009. She married Moses Stokes in 1947 and relocated to Lansing in 1950. The family united with New Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in 1985, where she was an active member and mother of the church until her illness. She was preceded in death by: her husband; daughter, Cynthia Millsap-Plater; parents; sister, Willie Mae Hinton; and brothers, Edward and Napoleon Taylor. Survivors include: her son, William Stokes; grandchildren, Jimmy D. Lewis and Cyrenthia D. Lewis; great-granddaughter, Cyrenety D. McKissic; former daughter-in-law, Marjorie Stokes; and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may visit Mrs. Stokes Sunday, August 16, 12 - 6 pm, at the Riley Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday, August 17, 11:00 a.m., at New Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 3800 W. Miller Rd. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the funeral.


 


 

Maureen M. Guiett

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 11:42 AM 

Maureen M. Guiett, 57, a lifelong resident of Coleman, passed away at her home Wednesday, July 22, 2009, after a very long illness with Multiple Sclerosis. 


 


 

Maynard L. Kosht

Sunday, July 19, 2009 3:07 AM 

Maynard L. Kosht of Oscoda, formerly of Midland, died July 17, 2009, at 69 years of age. 


 


 

Megan JoAnna John

Tuesday, July 21, 2009 11:46 AM 

Megan JoAnna John, 25, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2009, after a long two-year battle with brain cancer. 


 


 

Melvin Frank Martinka *

82, of Ashley, farmer, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie Chapel. 


 


 

Melvin Paul Holbrook

Melvin Paul Holbrook III, 53, of Beulah, died Monday, August 10 at his home. Paul was born on Feb. 7, 1956 in Ionia, the first child of Melvin and Maureen (Doram) Holbrook Jr., and graduated from Gree...


 


 

Mervin Eugene Tomlin Sr.

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Michael George Foster

Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:45 PM 

Michael George Foster was born on Jan. 9, 1955, in Midland. After a long illness he went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 19, 2009. 


 


 

Myrtle M. Owens

Monday, June 22, 2009 11:10 AM

Myrtle M. Owens, 101, of Coleman, died Sunday, June 21, 2009, at Applewood Assisted Living. 


 


 

Nicholas "Nic" Jon Moe

Monday, July 20, 2009 11:31 AM

Nicholas "Nic" Jon Moe, 30, of Sanford, previously of Midland, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 17, 2009. 


 


 

Norma Jane Parsons *

73, of Grand Ledge, retired Grand Ledge Chair Factory employee, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at Eagle Wesley Church. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. 


 


 

Orley L. Leeth

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 3:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Orley L. Leeth, 94, of White Pigeon, died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis following a short illness. He was born May 7, 1915, in White Pigeon, a child of Jesse and Josephine (Thompson)Leeth. He was a resident of White Pigeon all his life. He was first married to Treva L. Hathaway. She died in 1987. He then married Josephine Branham-Bergner. She died in 2000. Orley worked for the New York Central Railroad for 12 years as a line foreman and electrician. He was employed in the recreational vehicle industry and was a store clerk at Western Auto in Sturgis and Wittenberg Hardware in White Pigeon. He was a member of the Church of God in Elkhart, Ind., and was very involved in his church. He enjoyed woodworking, taking family pictures and home movies. He was also a very hard worker. Surviving are one son, Roger D. Leeth of White Pigeon; a grandson, Derek Leeth of White Pigeon; three step daughters, Jerry Rose Johnson of Santa Cruz, Calif., Jaudece Robin Clark of Salinas, Calif., and Jan Faith Osorio of Leicester, N.C.; several stepgrandchildren and great-grandchildren; a brother, Manford (Phyllis)Leeth of White Pigeon; and several neices and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wives; a sister, Dorene Dunker; and brothers Arlo, Emmett and Laurel Leeth. Relatives and friends may call from noon-2 p.m. Thursday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon where services are at 2 p.m. Thursday with Pastor B.J. Bishop of the Church of God of Elkhart, Ind., officiating. Burial will be in White Pigeon Township Cemetery, White Pigeon. Memorials may be directed to the Church of God, Elkhart, Ind.m or the Special Olympics Area 18, St. Joseph County, Mich. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.


 


 

Orville C. Stickney

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 11:29 AM 

Orville C. Stickney, 92, of Saginaw, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at St. Francis Home. 


 


 

Patricia (Foster) Winters, 76

Patricia (Foster) Winters, 76, of Petoskey, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009, at home. Per her wishes she chose cremation with no services.


 


 

Paul Joseph Beck

Sunday, August 2, 2009 2:01 AM 

Paul Joseph Beck, beloved brother of Robert Beck (Susan) of Michigan, Zoe Beck of Connecticut, Mary Van Lare of Nevada, and Susan Smith (Alan) of Indiana, died Tuesday, June 30, 2009, in Salt Lake City, Utah, after waging a courageous battle against metastatic colon cancer with grace and humor.


 


 

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. 


 


 

Peggy Ann Bennett

Friday, August 7, 2009 11:18 AM

Peggy Ann Bennett, 51, of Bentley, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at her home with her family at her side following a courageous battle with cancer. 


 


 

Peter O. Gilmette

Friday, August 14, 2009 6:35 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Peter O. Gilmette, 93, Riggsville, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009 at Hospice House of Cheboygan. Visitation will be held Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., with a Scripture Service be­ginning at 7 p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Christian Funeral Home. Rev. Paul Megge will officiate and burial will be at St. Clement Cemetery in Pellston. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune.  


 


 

Peter O. Gilmette, 93

Peter O. Gilmette, 93, of Riggsville, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, at Hospice House of Cheboygan. 


 


 

Phyllis Childs

Sunday, July 19, 2009 3:07 AM 

Phyllis Childs, age 79, of Merrill, passed away Friday, July 17, 2009, at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw. 


 


 

Phyllis M. Haas

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

  Phyllis M. Haas, 79 of North Adams, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. She was born on April 28, 1930 in Pittsford 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, Dr. Kelly’s Veterinarian Clinic, 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 of 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, five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Charlie Calkins, Jr. and Verlin Calkins. Cremation will take place. A visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison.Burial of her ashes will take place at Aldrich Cemetery, Somerset Township, Hillsdale County 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  


 


 

Proos, Ricklon Irwin "Rick"

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Raymond G. Torrez

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 11:39 AM 

Raymond G. Torrez, 66, of Midland, died Monday morning, July 27, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Rensina Van Liere, 91

Friday, August 14, 2009 9:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rensina Van Liere, 91, of Holland, died Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at Oak Crest Manor. Services are 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2009 at Noordeloos Christian Reformed Church, 4055 112th Ave. Visitation is 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Rev. Roosevelt Hunter, 46

Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rev. Roosevelt Hunter died on Monday, August 10, 2009. Funeral services will be held in Lakeland, FL.   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.


 


 

Richard C. Chase

Thursday, August 6, 2009 12:28 PM 

Richard C. Chase, 81, of Midland, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at his home in Mackinaw City. 


 


 

Richard Chase

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 11:17 AM 

Richard Chase, 81, of Midland, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at his summer home in Mackinaw City. 


 


 

Richard H. Schneider

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:27 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Richard Henry Schneider, 72, passed away August 9, 2009. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009 at 11 a.m. with final visitation at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 830 Lafayette St. in South Lyon. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Richard K. Harras Aug. 14, 2009

Friday, August 14, 2009 11:42 AM 

Richard K. Harras, 83, of Monroe died at 4:15 this morning at the Lutheran Home in Monroe.


 


 

Richard K. Harras July 1, 1926-Aug. 14, 2009

Saturday, August 15, 2009 1:54 AM 

Richard K. Harras, 83, of Monroe died at 4:15 a.m. Friday August 14, 2009 at the Lutheran Home of Monroe he had been in poor health for one year. 


 


 

Richard Kaczmarek

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Richard inspector Place "Dick" *

66, of Mason, pipe-fitter and mechanical inspector, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Chapel, Mason.


 


 

Rita R. MacKellar

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Robert C. Ransom Sr.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:22 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert C. Ransom Sr., 79, Tower, died on Aug. 9, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Cremation arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.  


 


 

Robert Hansen

Saturday, August 1, 2009 2:00 AM 

Robert Hansen entered the arms of his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 28, 2009, from his temporary home, Autumn Care in Wilmington, N.C. He was a loving, faithful, hardworking, generous and an upright man. He was an engineer and could fix anything. He will be greatly missed by his family.


 


 

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.


 


 

Robyn G. Deck

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

  Robyn G. Deck, 51, of Somerset Twp. passed away Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009 at her home. She was born Sept. 5, 1957 in Jackson to Robert and Joyce (Curtis) Loughlin. She was married Aug. 4, 1995 to David S. Deck and he survives. Robyn was a Nurse and loved flowers and gardening. Surviving besides her husband David, is a daughter, Caitlyn Deck of Somerset Township; a son, Gabriel Gallias of San Diego, Calif.; her mother Joyce Barrett of Somerset Center; three brothers, Shawn Loughlin of Jackson, Kim Loughlin of Somerset Center and Todd (Vanessa) Barrett of Jonesville; and several nieces and nephews. Robyn was preceded in death by her father. Memorial services for Robyn G. Deck will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22 at 1:00 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation from until time of the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Greater Hillsdale Human Society. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Rodney Loubert *

29, of Lansing, died Monday. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Rose Erma Haack *

86, of Albion, retired restaurant owner, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at St. Peter Catholic Church, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements by Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids.


 


 

Rosemary (Maloney) Lashuay

Monday, July 20, 2009 11:23 AM 

Rosemary (Maloney) Lashuay, 86, of Midland, died Sunday, July 19, 2009, at MidMichigan Stratford Village. 


 


 

Russel B. Bouman, 89

Friday, August 14, 2009 9:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Russel B. Bouman, 89, of Holland, died Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church. Visitation is 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Ruth Gibb

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 3:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruth Gibb, age 81, of Long Lake, Colon,  passed away Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009, at her home, after an extended illness.  Ruth was born Feb. 28, 1928, in Monon, Ind., a daughter to the late John and Elsie Lee (Wilson) Nelson. On July 12, 1947, she married William P. Gibb in Harvey, Ill., and he preceded her in death on Dec. 18, 1996. Ruth had made her home in Colon on Long Lake since 1984, coming from Harvey.  She was a homemaker and also had worked for Dolton News in Dolton, Ill.  Ruth was a former member of the Colon Garden Club.  She is survived by two sons, John W. Gibb of Midlothian, Ill., and Kenneth J. (Linda) Gibb of Stone Mountain, Ga.; three sisters, Jean Etheridge of Steger, Ill., Edna Bramson of Oak Lawn, Ill., and Irene Hatton of Boyne Beach, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. Ruth was preceded in death by a brother, Bill Nelson; and two sisters, Rose Cochran and Lucille Eldridge. The family will receive relatives and friends from 6-8 p.m.  Friday  at the Schipper Funeral Home  in Colon.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Ruth Gibb will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with Mr. David J. Farrell officiating.  Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Colon.  If desired, the family suggests memorials be made in memory of Ruth to Sturgis Home Health Care and Hospice.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.


 


 

Sally J. Rosemeck

Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:31 AM 

Sally J. Rosemeck Sally J. Rosemeck, age 71, of Utica, passed away August 12, 2009 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Clinton Township. She was born July 7, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan. She taught for 40 years with Utica Community Schools; member of The Presbyterian Church of Utica; she loved dancing, gardening and flowers. She is survived by her daughter Judy Rosemeck of Utica; brother, James (Kathy) Latimer of Walled Lake; four grandchildren, Amanda, William, Britney, Angel; four great-grandchildren, Natalia, Adrianna, Mia, Madison; special friend of Peter Meregian. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Wm. Sullivan Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., Utica. Services 11 a.m. Monday at funeral home. Rev. Doyll H. Andrews officiating. Burial at Utica Cemetery. Memorials to donor's choice. www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

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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   


 


 

Sister Eileen Shaughnessy Oct. 1, 1932-Aug. 14, 2009

Saturday, August 15, 2009 1:54 AM 

Sister Eileen Shaughnessy, IHM, 76, died Friday, Aug. 14. 


 


 

Sophie Bojarski

Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:31 AM 

Sophie Bojarski Sophie Bojarski, age 77 of Warren, died Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at St. John Macomb Oakland Hospital-Macomb Center. Sophie was born April 5, 1932 in Detroit the daughter of Emil and Lucy (nee Sorle) Raycetich. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Arthur; sons, Stanley (Deborah) Bojarski and Daniel (Donna) Bojarski; grandchildren, Christina, Jessica, Jacklin, and Jacob. Visitation for Mrs. Bojarski will be held Sunday 3-9 p.m. with a 6 p.m. Rosary Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 Mile Road). Please share memories at www.Temrowski.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.  


 


 

Stanley Irving Bates

Tuesday, August 4, 2009 11:25 AM 

Stanley Irving Bates, 79, of Winston-Salem, N.C., died on Saturday, Aug, 1, 2009, after a wonderful life filled with love, close friends and family. With the gifted care of Hospice, he was able to make the transition peacefully at home surrounded by his family.


 


 

Stanley S. Pollitt "Buck" Sr. *

82, of Lansing, Oldsmobile repairman, died Friday. Services noon Monday at Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home. 


 


 

Stanley "Stuffy" Sessions Gwillim

Stanley "Stuffy" Sessions Gwillim, 81, of Pentwater passed away Wednesday, Aug. 11 2009, in his home. Stuffy was born Dec. 15, 1927 in Kansas City Missouri to Harold E. Gwillim, Sr. and Grace Thompson...


 


 

Teresa M. Clark

Thursday, July 23, 2009 4:06 PM 

Teresa M. Clark, 51, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009.


 


 

Teresa Mary (Kelly) Schroeder

Monday, August 10, 2009 11:27 AM 

Teresa Mary (Kelly) Schroeder, 52, of Midland, died Saturday afternoon, Aug. 8, 2009, at her home. 


 


 

Theresa Lynn (Coulter) Fouts May 22, 1969-Aug. 12, 2009

Friday, August 14, 2009 12:49 PM 

Theresa Lynn (Coulter) Fouts age 40 of Monroe went to be with the Lord at 6:30pm Wednesday Aug. 12, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Hospital with family and friends at her side. She is the Lord's Angel in heaven now.


 


 

Thomas J. Boehk Sr.

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Thomas J. Boehk Sr., age 63, of Lake Placid, Fla., died at his Leisure Lakes residence Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009. He was born Aug. 11, 1945, in Toledo, Ohio. Preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Viola; older brother, James, and older sister, Alice Ann. Thomas earned a Bachelor Degree while working full time at Dana and later went on to earn a Master’s Degree. He started his teaching career in the Bedford school system in Michigan, later moving to Florida to teach in Labelle and Immokalee. He also taught overseas in Cartagena, Colombia, for many years. Thomas loved to travel and explored many places in the United States and South and Central America. Thomas is survived by his brother, John Boehk of Hudson; three children, Kimberly Sauter of Blissfield, Thomas Boehk Jr. of Auburn, Maine; and Kristen Boehk of Calistoga, Calif.; six grandchildren and was blessed with two great-grandchildren. The family will be gathering at The Tremainsville Hall, 2439 Tremainsville, Toledo, Ohio, on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, from 3 to 6 p.m. to celebrate Tom’s life. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers donations may be made to National Jewish Medical and Research Center, 1400 Jackson St., Denver, CO 80206.


 


 

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.


 


 

Thomson, Robert D. *

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Timothy A. Seymour Bryan

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 6:24 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Timothy A. Seymour Bryan, 38, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, formerly of Onaway, passed away Saturday Aug. 8, 2009 at Mercy Medical Center, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Visitation will be Friday Aug. 14, 2009 from 5-­9 p.m. at the Chagnon Funeral Home. Pastor Peter Bartlett will have prayers with Tim’s family private­ly. There will not be a funeral service. Cremation will follow the visitation. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Tomkinson, Francis Eugene

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Tonya Anne Morse

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

  Tonya Anne Morse, 48, of Ft. Collins, Colorado, died of complications resulting from severe brain trauma on Friday, May 8, 2009 at the Pathways Hospice in Loveland, Colorado. She was born May 21, 1960, in Adrian. A memorial service for Tonya will be held at the Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, with Father Richard Eberle officiating. Interment will follow in Sand Creek Cemetery. The family will receive visitors 11 a.m.-1 p.m. the day of the service.  


 


 

Troy Burklow, 62

Friday, August 14, 2009 9:15 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Troy Burklow, 62, of Fennville, died Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Services are pending at Chappell Funeral Home, Fennville.  


 


 

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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Vineta Doris Jones

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Virginia Winnie "Nani" *

85, of Lansing, died Wednesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Monday at Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

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. 


 


 

Warren R. Zarend Dec. 16, 1921-Aug. 11, 2009

Thursday, August 13, 2009 12:13 PM 

Warren R. Zarend, age 87 of Monroe, died 2:10 p.m. Tuesday August 11, 2009 in his home. He had been seriously ill for six weeks. 


 


 

Wendy J. Ward

Sunday, July 19, 2009 3:07 AM

Wendy J. Ward, 49 of Midland, died Saturday afternoon, July 11, 2009, at her residence. 


 


 

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Wilfrid J. "Bill" Faucher

Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:28 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wilfrid J. “Bill” Faucher, 95, of Largo, and formerly of Clear Lake, Fremont, Indiana,  passed away Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009. A funeral mass was celebrated Monday, Aug. 10, 2009 at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Clearwater, Fla. Local graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009 at the Ray – Covenanter Cemetery, near Fremont, Ind., with Father Philip Schneider of the St. Paul Chapel Catholic Church officiating. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com.


 


 

William (Bill) B. Seward

Sunday, August 2, 2009 2:01 AM 

William Berry Seward, 81, died Saturday, July 25, 2009. 


 


 

William Lawrence Cater

William (Bill) Lawrence Cater, 87, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12 at Spectrum Hospital, Grand Rapids. He was born April 23, 1922 to Luella (Burns) and Robert Cater. Bill married Lila Mae... 


 


 

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.


 


 

William Wayne Walker

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William Walker, 70, of Morenci passed away Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at home. He was born on April 3, 1939, in Ameagle, W.Va., the son of Cecil and Helen (Warton) Walker. On Nov. 19, 1964, in Cleveland, Ohio, he married Ruby Rose and she survives. William has lived in Morenci for the past five months, moving from Cleveland, Ohio. He retired from Ford Motor Company in 2000, after 40 years of service. Besides his wife, Ruby, William is survived by a stepson, Jim (Carol) Eldridge of Ohio; a sister, Phyllis Dillon of Morenci; a brother, Cecil (Joan) Walker of Beckley, W.Va.; a special niece, Marilyn Hitt of Morenci; and several nieces and nephews. William was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral service will be on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with the Rev. Dennis Owens officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. There will be a visitation on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee.


 


 

Wilma Maxine Gilbert

Friday, August 14, 2009 10:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

  Wilma Maxine Gilbert, 91, of Jackson, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009 at her home. She was born July 27, 1918 in Liberty Township to Homer and Civilla (Lake) Adams. She was married Jan. 29, 1938 to Melvin F. Gilbert and he preceded her in death Aug. 23, 2008. Surviving are two sons, James (Alice) Walwarth of Jackson and Melvin (Sally) Gilbert Jr. of Hawkinsville, Georgia; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Wilma was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Eva Yeider and Elizabeth Mercer; and a brother, Leo Adams. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Private family graveside services will be held at a later date at Aldrich Cemetery, Somerset. Arrangements are entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Wilma V. (Leaf) Battice

Monday, August 10, 2009 11:27 AM 

Wilma V. (Leaf) Battice, 89, of Midland, died at her residence, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009. 


 


 

Winifred Derusha *

63, of Grand Ledge, retired Michigan Trial Lawyers Association administrative assistant, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Hope Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

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Zachary Robinson Ewert

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 4:34 PM 

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

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