Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 8/18/09


 


 


 

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.


 


 

Age 78, of Windermere, Florida and formerly a long-time resident of Durand, passed away on Saturday Aug. 15, 2009, at Living Joy Memory in Flushing. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19th, 2009, at Trinity Assembly of God, 4363 W. Mt. Morris Rd, Mt. Morris with Reverend David Krist officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-8 p.m. Tuesday at Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint. Mrs. LaVene will be at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday. Barbara S. Wittum, the daughter of Lavern and Lois (Macham) Wittum was born in Flint, MI June 3, 1931. Barbara married Leon LaVene on June 9, 1951 at Trinity Tabernacle, Flint, MI. Together Barbara and Leon had celebrated 58 wonderful years. Barbara was a member of Calvary Assembly of God in Orlando, Fla.. Barbara was a loving and giving mother. Along with Leon, Barbara raised four wonderful children who fondly remember her focus on their education and training as they grew up. Barbara will be especially remembered for her pleasant spirit and love for God. Her presence will be missed by all of her family and friends. Surviving are: husband Leon; daughters Brenda (Dennis) Rainwater of Durand; Debra (James) Stephenson of Flushing; and Terry Jenkins of Owosso; son Leon (Allison) LaVene Jr. of Swartz Creek; siblings Vern (Shirley) Wittum Jr. of Crawfordsville, Ind.; Charles (Juanita) Wittum of Cicero, Ind.; John (Judy) of Fenton; Lynda (John) Smith of Clio; Rebecca (Terry) Tower of Flint; Sister-in-law Virginia Wittum of Millington, MI; 10 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father Lavern; mother Lois and brother Gene. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, memorial gift of remembrance in Barbara's memory be directed to Life for Youth Camp, Vero Beach, Fla. Your condolences may be shared with the family at

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Aiden Lee Good

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Aiden Lee Good was born and died on Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He is survived by his parents, David and Amy (Judkins) Good of Britton; his twin brother, Nathan Good, and his big brother, Ryan Good; his grandparents, Roy and MaryLouise Good of Milan, Gary and Ruth Ann Judkins of Britton; his great-grandparents, Urvin and Roberta Reau of Britton and Neal Judkins of Wickenburg, Ariz. Aiden will be in our hearts forever. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009, at 5 p.m. at St. Alphonsus Cemetery in Deerfield with the Rev. Richard Bruce officiating. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

Alice Leona Glover

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Allen Brian Foley Lapeer Allen Brian Foley, 88, of Lapeer for the last 30 years (formerly of Capac/Berkley) passed away Wednesday (August 12, 2009). He was born August 30, 1920, in Royal Oak Township, to Richard and Helen (Melchik) Foley. He married Linda Irene Fry at the Presbyterian Church in Royal Oak. Mr. Foley proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Allen was an electrician at Pearl Harbor. He was an electrician in the construction business. Allen was a great family man and a gentleman. He worked in Alaska as a gold miner and road builder. He loved traveling and enjoyed wheelin' and dealin'. He is survived by his children, Diane Root of Otisville, Fred (Nancy) Foley of Lake Orion and Louise (Ed) Schuyler of Byron; grandchildren, July (Doug) Sickles, Jamie (Bob) Farnsworth, Joni (Billy) Stiles, Brian Foley and Erinn Foley; 12 great-grandchildren; cousin, Kathleen Hill. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Foley in 2004; parents, Ri

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Angela C. DiMarzo

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

Angela C. DiMarzo Angela C. DiMarzo, 88, a longtime resident of Fraser, died peacefully August 9, 2009, in her home surrounded by the love of her family. Angela was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels in the Fraser area for many years. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Gloria (Kenneth) Lisiecki; cherished grandchildren, Kenny, Amy, and Lea (Bob); and daughter-in-law, Linda. Angela was preceded in death by her husband, John and son, Richard. A memorial gathering will be held in Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home, 32814 Utica Rd., Fraser, today from 4 p.m. until the time of service at 6:30 p.m. Share memories online at www.faulmannwalsh.com.


 


 

Arden L. Baker

Monday, August 17, 2009 12:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Arden L. Baker, age 77, of Somerset Center died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009 at his home. He was born Oct. 18, 1931, in Jerome, to Ola and Ruth (Tuttle) Baker. On May 6, 1955, he married Carolyn L. Harbaugh, who survives. He had been employed by Tecumseh Products for 16 years.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Arden attended the Osseo Baptist Church. In addition to his wife, Carolyn, he is survived by three daughters, Debra M. (Jae Guetschow) Royal of Blissfield, Laurie Anne (Larry) Zehr of Caledonia and Cynthia (Robert) Valdez of Tecumseh; a son, Brian A. (Denise) Baker of Aurora, Colo.; nine grandchildren, Courtney Royal, Eric Sisson, Daniel Zehr, Adam Zehr, James Zehr, Bobby Valdez, Joey Valdez, Jason Guetschow and Deanna Guetschow; five great-grandchildren; a brother. Parker Baker of Hillsdale; and three sisters, Barbara Wilcox of Coldwater, Beth (Robert) Meloche of  Naples, Fla., and Bonnie Smith of Naples, Fla. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Betty Baker in infancy; and a brother, John Baker. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, 1448 Short St., Tecumseh, with Pastor Jack Mosley officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh, with military graveside honors by the V.F.W. Hall-Slater Post #4187 and the Tecumseh American Legion Underwood-Orr Post #34. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.  


 


 

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.


 


 

Avery G. Goodrich Cheboygan Avery G. Goodrich, 90, of Cheboygan, passed away Saturday (August 8, 2009). He was born September 19, 1918, in Lapeer, the son of Norman and Elva (Craig) Goodrich. In high school, he was active in sports and received the LeLand-Baird trophy awarded annually to the citizen-scholar-athlete of the year. He also pitched for the Lapeer Merchants baseball team. After teaching school for a year, he decided to enter the Michigan State Police, completed police school in 1942 and was stationed in Paw Paw until he entered the service that same year. On May 16, 1942, he married Virginia M. McLeod of Silverwood. During WWII, he served with the Army Air Corps and was stationed in England until the end of the war in Europe. After the war, Avery resumed his career in the state police, first as a trooper, then with the fire marshal s division and later as a detective, transferring to the Cheboygan post in 1957. He retired from the state police in 1969 and

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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.  


 


 

Barbara June Myers *

77, of Lansing, died Saturday. Graveside services 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Deepdale Memorial Park. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Barbara Morse DeLine

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:13 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Barbara Morse DeLine, wife of Otis DeLine, passed away Aug. 15, 2009, in the company of her family. Barbara Lou Staup was born May 6, 1929, to Kenneth and Etta (Hull) Staup and grew up on their farm at Lenawee Junction. She attended County Normal school for teachers and began her career in country schools. She married Robert Morse and moved to the Morse Family farm where they raised two daughters, Virginia and MaryAnn. Barbara completed her bachelor degree at Adrian College and her Master’s at Siena Heights University. She taught elementary students at Alexander school in Adrian, and then spent the remainder of her teaching career at Hiawatha Elementary in the Washington Local School district. On Nov. 30, 1992, she married Otis DeLine and they spent their retirement years traveling and enjoying time at the summer home on Devils Lake in Michigan and Yuma, Ariz., in the winter. She is survived by her husband, Otis E. DeLine; daughters, Virginia (Jim) Hanes of Foss, Okla., MaryAnn (Gary) Bettis of Blissfield; her dearly loved five grandsons, Jason Knisel of Riga, Brad (Amy) Bettis of Blissfield, Garron (Jamie) Rorick of Jasper, Craig Bettis of Stephenville, Texas, and Jerry (Kirra) Rorick of Foss, Okla.; great-grandchildren, Cloe and Seth Knisel, Zoe Rorick, Quentin, Sarah and Carson Bettis. Joan Woodward, Bob Arthur and Curtis Rorick were special friends. At her direction, cremation has taken place. Notes sharing memories or condolences may be sent to individual family members or in care of The Barbara Morse DeLine Family at 505 W. Adrian St., Blissfield, MI 49228 or online at www.toledocremation.com. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Devils and Round Lakes Preservation League, Box 246, Manitou Beach, MI 49253 or the Ebeid Hospice Residence Foundation, 5200 Harroun Rd., Sylvania, OH 43560. Cremation Society of Toledo has been entrusted with Barbara’s care.


 


 

Barbara S. LaVene

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Bay City, Saginaw death notices

Thursday, August 13, 2009 12:03 PM 

David B. Kotulionus, 68, of Saginaw, died Aug. 10, 2009. Snow Funeral Home. 


 


 

Bernell Keith Ahner *

60, of Mason, Lear Corp. factory employee, died Friday. Services noon today at Eden United Brethren Church, Mason. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason.


 


 

Bernice Richardson Smith

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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.


 


 

Beverly Jean Staggemeier *

89, of Lansing, died Monday. Memorial services 10 a.m. Thursday at Judson Memorial Baptist Church. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel.


 


 

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.


 


 

Binda, Elizabeth Hoskins *

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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

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:31 PM 

Loving husband and father, Bradley V. Winchell, 52, of Midland, died while doing what he loved to do, flying his plane, nicknamed his girlfriend "Mustang Sally".


 


 

Brent A. Rouse

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Burnette Elenbaas, 86

Monday, August 17, 2009 9:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Burnette Elenbaas, age 86, of Fennville, died Sunday, August 16, 2009, at Holland Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 20, 2009 at the Community Church of Douglas with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Officiating will be Rev. Dennis J. DeWitt with interment in Douglas 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.


 


 

Burton, Danny *

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C. Fabian 'Mickey' McGraw

Monday, August 17, 2009 8:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

C. Fabian “Mickey” McGraw, 90, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at Drews Place of Hillsdale. He was born Aug. 10, 1919, in Pavo, Ga., to Hezekiah and Leila (Adams) McGraw. He was married June 17, 1950 to Lois Morr and she survives. Mickey received a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati and was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was the former President of Hillsdale Tool and Union Steel Products in  Albion. Mickey was an elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Hillsdale and was a trustee emeritus of Hillsdale College having served as a board trustee from 1975 to 2003. Besides his wife, Lois, he is survived by a daughter, Karen (Houston Morrow) McGraw of Telluride, Colo.; two sons, Michael (Lynn) McGraw of St. Louis, Mo., and Matthew McGraw of Hillsdale; and four grandchildren. Mickey was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and two brothers. A memorial service for C. Fabian “Mickey” McGraw will be held at a later date. No visitation or calling hours will be held at this time. 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.


 


 

CHERYL LYNN ADAMS

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

ADAMS, CHERYL LYNN; age 59; of Rochester Hills; August 16, 2009. 


 


 

CLETIS L. MELEAR

Monday, August 17, 2009 2:41 AM 

MELEAR, CLETIS L.; of Pontiac; August 16, 2009; at 77 years of age. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Chaplain LTC Marvin Konynenbelt, 69

Monday, August 17, 2009 9:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Chaplain LTC Marvin Konynenbelt, 69, Noblesville, Ind., died  Aug. 13, 2009. A military burial will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19, in Zeeland Cemetery in Zeeland. 


 


 

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 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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Charles Downing

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charles Downing, age 75, of Onsted died Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, at his home. Arrangements are pending with the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Charles E. Bratton

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 2:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charles E. Bratton, 84, of Coldwater, died Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch Co. He was born Oct. 16, 1924 in Montpelier, Ohio to Samuel and Irene (Govin) Bratton. He serviced in the US Army during WW II in the European Theater. He started the Leran Copper & Brass in 1968 in Coldwater. He was working for American Copper and Brass until time of his death. He was the former owner of Lefty’s Bar in Coldwater. He was a life member of the Elks Lodge #1023, The Eagles and the American Legion.  He was a former member of the Hillsdale and Coldwater Country Clubs. Survivors include son Randy Bratton of Hillsdale; grandchildren: Kersten Cook, Laura (Rick) Amnons, Kevin (Amy) Bratton, Breann Bratton, Ashley Bratton; great grandchildren: Regan Cook, Madison Amnons, Gracen Amnons; daughter-in-law Wendy Baker; special friend Ann Powell; preceded in death by a son Dr. Lee Bratton. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday Aug. 20, 2009 at Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater with Amy Bratton officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Montpelier, Ohio. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial may be made to the Humane Society of Branch Co. or Animal Aid of Branch Co. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family.


 


 

Charles R. Schmucker, Sr.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charles R. Schmucker, Sr., age 72, of Onsted passed away Aug. 15, 2009. Mr. Schmucker was born June 21, 1937, in Pettisville, Ohio, the son of Harold and Marvel (Severance) Schmucker. On Oct. 26, 1956, he married Carol Ann Leininger in Angola, Ind., and she survives. Charles owned and operated Irish Hills Welding and Repair for many years. He was also known for his cooking and baking pies for restaurants and friends. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed taking trips to South Dakota, Beaver Island, Fletcher’s Floodwaters and Ludington. Charles was a member of the Michigan-South Dakota Pheasant Hunting Club. Besides his wife, Carol Ann, he is survived by one daughter, Maryann (Mike) Messer; six sons, Charles Jr. (Cynthia), Terry (Deb), Steve (Debby), Scott (Cindy), Don (Cristie) and David; two sisters, Phyllis Short and Janet (Charles) Rychner; one brother Dean (Chris); nine grandchildren whom he adored and enjoyed spending time with, Steven, Kyle, Erin, Nicole, Michael, Manda,  Ethan, Dana and Rachel; six stepgrandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating, with a dinner following at the Sand Lake Fire Department. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009, and one hour prior to the service on Thursday. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family to be used for final expenses. Condolences to the family may be made on line at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

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.


 


 

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.


 


 

Curtis H. Yoas Oct. 18, 1911- Aug. 16, 2009

Monday, August 17, 2009 11:42 AM 

Curtis H. Yoas, 97; of Newport died at 4:15 a.m. Sunday August 16, 2009 at Fountainview of Monroe. He had been in poor health for two months 


 


 

DOROTHY J. BARRETT

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

BARRETT, DOROTHY J.; 81; of Bingham Farms, MI; died August 15, 2009. 


 


 

Darrell D. Smith Sr., 84

Darrell D. Smith Sr., 84, of Harbor Springs, died Aug. 16, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.


 


 

David J. Dennis

Monday, August 17, 2009 2:23 AM 

SAXON, Wis. -- David J. Dennis, 62, of Saxon, died Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, in Duluth, Minn.


 


 

Deanne C. Sommers *

63, of Lansing, retired Lansing elementary school secretary, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Deborah Jean Houck, 59

Deborah Jean Houck, 59, of Boyne City, died Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. 


 


 

Debra (DeGroat) Carter

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


 


 

Deloris Anne Tchakerian

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Donald O. Cook Jr. *

83, of Owosso, salesman, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso.


 


 

Donna Marie Heckman

Donna Marie Heckman Portland Age 38, loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2009. She was born on October 12, 1970 in Grand Rapids the daughter of Donald and Barbara (Yost) Boos. Donna was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Catholic Order of Foresters. She was a Cosmetologist and Nail Technician at Clippers Hair Design in Portland. She was a vocalist in the band Bailey's Comet, was an avid shopper especially for purses and shoes, and loved to go camping with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Irene Deuling, Norman Boos, Bernard Yost, Arvilla Seabert; uncles, Vernon Yost, Robert Yost, and Ray Boos. Surviving are her husband, Patrick Heckman; son, Grady; parents, Don and Barb Boos; sisters, Terri (Randy) Bengel and Shelley (Dan) Fox; mother and father-in-law, Francis and Celeste Heckman; brothers and sisters-in-law, Rose (Steve) Halfman, Frank (Darlene) Heckman, Jane (Ken) Martin, Donna (Mike) Wirth, George (Jeanne) Heckman, and Dan (Julie) Heckman; several nieces and nephew; and many special friends. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 am Thursday, August 20, 2009 at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Rev. Larry King, presiding. Rite of Committal will follow at Portland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Homes, Portland from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. Rosaries will be prayed at 3 and 8 p.m. Tuesday and 3 p.m. Wednesday. A Scriptural Wake Service will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to Grady's Educational Trust Fund c/o Portland Federal Credit Union in memory of Donna Marie Heckman. Online condolences may be made at www.schraubenlehman.com


 


 

Dorothy Jean (Mahaffy) Powers

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Dorothy L. Gossiaux Oct. 30, 1932-Aug. 15, 2009

Monday, August 17, 2009 11:43 AM 

Dorothy L. Gossiaux 76 years of Temperance, MI and formerly of Dearborn died Saturday August 15, 2009 in Hickory Ridge Care Center Temperance, MI. 


 


 

Dorothy R. Banyash Aug. 14, 2009

Saturday, August 15, 2009 11:57 PM 

Dorothy R. Banyash, age 90, of Grosse Ile, died August 14, 2009. 


 


 

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. 


 


 

Doyle Williams Aug. 17, 2009

Monday, August 17, 2009 11:43 AM 

Doyle Williams, 81, of LaSalle died at 3:40 a.m. this morning at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids. 


 


 

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.


 


 

E. Dale Mahan *

87, of Charlotte, World War II Army veteran, retired General Motors Corp. engineering supervisor, died Sunday. Services 7 p.m. Thursday at Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

Edgar L. Cochran

Edgar L. Cochran Delta Township Passed away August 15, 2009. He was born August 29, 1922 in Clare, Michigan to the late Clinton and Hazel (Lane) Cochran. Edgar retired from Diamond-Reo in Lansing after 28 years, worked for Roberts Sinto in Grand Ledge, and attended Mt. Hope Church. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lois (Winchester); children, Richard Wallace of Lansing, The Reverend Roger (Clara) Wallace of Tennessee, Kevin (Kris) Cochran of Lansing, Delores (Don) Gross of Portland, Ann (Harold) Ollar of California, Darlene Lawhorn of Kentucky, Patsy (Fred) Kohagen of Portland, and Sandra (Marv) Klein of Grand Ledge; 24 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-granddaughters; sisters, Wilma Wolfe of Mason, Lucille (Leonard) LaCourse of Mason, and Nanette Cochran of Lansing. Edgar was preceded in death by infant son and daughter Edgar Lynn Jr. and Lois Lee; brother, Gweneth Cochran; and sister Joy Simms. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Wednesday, August 19, 2009, 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 p.m. at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge with The Reverend Roger Wallace, officiating. Interment will follow at the Delta Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer's Association Capitol Area Region 5303 S. Cedar Street, Building One Lansing, Michigan 48911. Edgar's family would also like to thank the staff of Pines Healthcare Center and Heartland Hospice for the wonderful care they provided for their dad. www.holihanatkin.com


 


 

Edith C. Oney *

61, of Lansing, died Monday. Visitation 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Tiffany Funeral Home.


 


 

Edna C. (Boik) Schneider July 30, 1922-Aug. 14, 2009

Sunday, August 16, 2009 12:05 AM 

Edna C. (Boik) Schneider, 87, died August 14, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Hospital, where she had been for a week. She had been in poor health for several months. 


 


 

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 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.


 


 

Elinor Ingraham

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 3:34 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Elinor Ingraham, 67, Harbor Springs, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009 at the Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 10 a.m. at the Stutsmansville Chapel, with Rev. Ed Warner officiating. Visita­tion will be held Wednesday at the Schiller Funeral Home in Harbor Springs from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in the Lakeview Cemetery in Harbor Springs. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Elinor Ingraham, 67

Elinor Ingraham, 67, of Harbor Springs, died Aug. 16, 2009, at the Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. 


 


 

Elizabeth Jones

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

Elizabeth Jones Elizabeth Jones, age 88, died August 16, 2009. Beloved Wife of the late Robert. Loving Mother of Chuck Jones of Scottsdale, Ariz., David Jones of Sterling Heights, Mich., and Nancy (Dale) Eveland of Marysville Mich. Proud Grandmother of Brian (Lyn) Jones, Shelly (Mike) McMahon, Andrea (Chris) Ketzler and Ryan (Kristy) Jones. Great-grandmother of Bradley McMahon, Jenna Ketzler, Erin McMahon, Andy Jones, Christopher Ketzler, Lucas Jones, Emma Jones, and Benjamin Jones. Visitation Wednesday 2-8 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blocks E. of Van Dyke), Utica. Funeral service Thursday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials appreciated to the charity of the donor's choice. Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.


 


 

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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Elmer Milton Wilke

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 12:31 PM 

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


 


 

Ervin "Erv" Morse *

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


 


 

Ethel R. Hall May 5, 1923-Aug. 16, 2009

Monday, August 17, 2009 11:42 AM 

Ethel R. Hall, 86; of Monroe died at 7:48 a.m. Sunday August 16, 2009 at Tendercare of Monroe. She had been in poor health for one year.


 


 

Eugene A. Deike Eugene A. Deike, 65, Macomb and formerly Forestville, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at Beaumont Hospital, Troy. He was born in Pontiac on April 2, 1944. the son of the late Eugene E. and Betty (Ruddel) Deike. On April 1, 1967, Gene and Jacqueline Clark were united in marriage in Harbor Beach. Gene was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW posts, both in Harbor Beach. He was a retired employee of the Budd Co., working for over 27 years. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Deike, Macomb; two daughters, Lori (Lee) Salsbury, Warren and Christine Deike, Macomb; three grandchildren, Jennifer, Jeffrey and Steven and a sister, Gloria Pawlowski, Harbor Beach. A memorial service was held on Saturday, August 8, 2009 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. Rev. Jay Barsaleau officiated. Cremation has taken place and internment took place in the White Rock Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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Everett Dale Mahan

Everett Dale Mahan Charlotte Formerly an Oldsmobile General Supervisor of Product Engineering Specifications and Reproductions & New Car Specifications Coordinator, age 87, passed away on August 16, 2009 at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Eaton County, Michigan on June 1, 1922, to Elmer and Murlie (Bryan) Mahan. He graduated from Olivet High School in 1940 and immediately got a position at Oldsmobile, completing further degrees and course studies in engineering. He retired after 40 years. During WWII he served with the U. S. Army in Europe with the 787 Field Artillery in two major campaigns, earning EAME Theater Ribbon with 2 Bronze Stars, American Theater Ribbon, Victory Medal and Germany Occupation Ribbon. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Audrey (Parr); four children: Kathy Rice (Minnesota), Terri Mahan (Arizona), Jeff Mahan (Michigan), Greg (Ginger) Mahan (Arizona); five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren, all of whom he was exceedingly proud. He also always cherished the love of in-laws Keith and Barbara French, Max and Mary Lou Powers, Janette Johns, Ila Mae Young and their children. Dale was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Mahan; and sister-in-law, Florence. Special niece and nephew, Marilyn and Bruce Hart are his only living Mahan relatives. He was a very avid hunter, fisherman, and athlete who enjoyed all sports, especially golf, which he was secretary of many leagues after retirement. Dale and Audrey spent 26 years of winter retirement in Florida where they had many wonderful friends and great times. Dale was a Past Patron and Life member of Maple City Chapter #218, O.E.S. and a Past Master and Life member of Charlotte Masonic Lodge #120. He was also a proud member and an Ambassador of the Grand Rapids Saladin Shrine Temple and a member and Past President of the Eaton County Shrine Club. He was a life member of VFW Post #2406 in Charlotte and a member of the American Legion Post #42. Visitation will take place from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2009 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home in Charlotte directly preceding the 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers, those who desire may make contributions to the Shriners Crippled Children Fund or Charlotte Lodge Masonic Lodge #120.


 


 

FRANCES R. MILLEN

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

MILLEN, FRANCES R.; of Clarkston; August 16, 2009; age 78. 


 


 

Floyd B. Nagle

Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:28 AM 

Floyd B. Nagle, 88, of Midland, died early Saturday morning, Aug. 15, 2009. 


 


 

Forrest Blackburn, 92

Monday, August 17, 2009 9:04 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Forrest “Jake” Blackburn, age 92, of Holland, died Sunday, August 16, 2009, at Holland Hospital. No visitation or services are scheduled. A private family gathering has been planned.   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.


 


 

Francis Joseph 'Joe' Clauda

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Francis Joseph “Joe” Clauda, 91, of 262 Chapel St., Oneida, N.Y., died Sunday evening Aug. 16, 2009, at the Oneida Healthcare Center Extended Care Facility. Joe was born on March 13, 1918, in Adrian, Mich., the son of Francis Edwin and Angelina Brosamer Clauda. He grew up in Adrian and was a graduate of St. Joseph’s High School. He had been a resident of Oneida since 1957, coming from Attleboro, Mass. He proudly served the U.S. Navy as an aviation radioman from Sept. 23, 1941, until being honorably discharged on Sept. 19, 1945. He married Jean A. Kudrnac on Jan. 5, 1946, in San Diego, Calif. Mrs. Clauda died on March 10, 1995. Joe was employed as a designer with Oneida Ltd. Silversmiths from 1957 until his retirement in 1985. He had been previously employed by the Watson Sterling Co. in Attleboro and the Gorham Silver Co. in Providence, R.I. Surviving are two daughters and one son-in-law, Carol and David Caolo of Port Richie, Fla., and Frances “Frankie” Goclon of Verona, N.Y.; one son and daughter-in-law, Mark J. and Miko Clauda of Seattle, Wash.; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will begin at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, from the Ironside Funeral Home, Inc., 342 Main St., Oneida, N.Y.,  and continue at 11 a.m. St. Helena’s Church in Sherrill, N.Y. Interment with Military Honors will be made in St. Helena’s Cemetery Oneida. Friends are invited and may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Helena’s Church Memorial Fund, 210 Primo Ave., Sherrill, NY 13461. You may view this obituary and send a message of condolence online at www.ironsidefuneralhome.com.


 


 

GLEN EDWARD HOFFMAN

Monday, August 17, 2009 2:41 AM 

HOFFMAN, GLEN EDWARD; of Lake Orion Michigan; born January 4, 1939; passed away August 16, 2009. 


 


 

George Arthur Ball

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

George Arthur Ball George Arthur Ball, age 62, died August 15, 2009. Mr. Ball was a strong and silent friend to many. He retired from the Detroit Police Department in 2004. Loving Husband of Karin Ann (Courter) Ball for 39 years. Dear father of Jeffrey (Laura), Brian (Lillie), Jennifer (James) Chambers and Sherry (Shawn) Asher. Devoted papa of Danielle Ball, Joshua and Jacob Asher, and A.J. Chambers. Son of Mabel and the late Donald Ball. Brother of Donald, Charles (Shayne), Linda Loomis and Susanne Horbacz. Son-in-law of Marvin Courter. Funeral service Thursday 11 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Road, Clinton Township (north of 15 Mile). Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

George R. Greer

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


 


 

George Richard Laffrey

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

George Richard Laffrey George Richard Laffrey, died August 16, 2009 at his daughter, Sandra (Greg) Dennis's home. He was born January 14, 1929. George was a retired auto mechanic from Dick's Mobil Service Station in Roseville. George was a Korean War Veteran and a member of the St. Clair Shores Moose Lodge. He was predeceased by his wife, Rosemarie and son, Ronald. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra (Greg) Dennis; brother and sister; nieces and nephews; grandchildren and great- grandchildren. He will be truly missed by all. Arrangements by Buehler Funeral Home, Roseville.


 


 

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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Gerhard Fritzsche

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


 


 

Gertrude S. Modjewski

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 3:41 AM 

MARQUETTE, Mich. -- Gertrude S. Modjewski, 91, of Marquette, and formerly a longtime resident of Bessemer, passed away Saturday, Aug.15, 2009, in her home. 


 


 

Gracie Belle DeLang

Gracie Belle DeLang Lansing Born May 3, 1930 to John and Ruby Reid, Gracie Belle DeLang died August 16, 2009 at the age of 79. She was a lifelong resident of Lansing. Gracie was preceded in death by her parents; former husbands, Merle Anspach and Robert DeLang; companion Lambert Reitsma; and brother, Fred Reid. She is survived by daughter, Linda Van Damme of Lansing; sons, Gary (Paulette) Anspach of Lansing, Steve Anspach of Williamston, and Mark DeLang of Lansing; 11 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; brother, Floyd (Mary) Reid of Sears; sister, Mae Reid of Lansing; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Thursday, August 20, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave, Lansing. A graveside service will follow in Maple Ridge Cemetery, Holt. The family will receive friends Wednesday, from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society, 7095 West Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI 48906 in memory of Gracie.


 


 

Hanna, John Wesley

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Harriet Jean Ungerman

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

Harriet Jean Ungerman Harriet Jean Ungerman, died August 16, 2009, in her home. She was born September 28, 1929. She is survived by her husband, Don; sister, Helen Winn and brother, Don; many nieces and nephews. A special, "Thank You," to Betty, for your special care of Harriet. Visitation Wednesday 2-8 p.m. at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot, Roseville. Instate Thursday 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m., St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 23000 Gratiot, Eastpointe. Arrangements by Buehler Funeral Home, Roseville.


 


 

Harry Newhouse, 78

Monday, August 17, 2009 8:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harry Newhouse died  Saturday evening, August 15, 2009.  Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday at Bethany Christian Reformed Church, 11 East 32nd Street, Holland.  The Reverend Dr. Douglas Fauble will officiate.  Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 East 16th Street, Holland.   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.


 


 

Hayes, Tricia N. *

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Hazle Katherine Lowe Wills

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Helen Lawry Glenn

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Hermoine Zylman, 83

Monday, August 17, 2009 8:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hermoine “Hermie” R. Zylman, age 83, of Holland, died Monday, August 17, 2009, at Resthaven Care Center.  The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Mulder Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 188 W. 32nd St., Holland.  Funeral services will be  1:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.    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.


 


 

Howard L. Bussing

Monday, August 17, 2009 12:10 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Howard L. Bussing, age 82, of Adrian passed away Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at his home under the loving care of his wife, family, and Hospice of Lenawee. Howard was born March 14, 1927, in Adrian, the son of Andrew and Mildred (Warner) Bussing. During World War II, Howard served in the U.S. Navy and was honored with the World War II Victory Ribbon, American Area Ribbon and the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon. Howard returned from service to graduate from Adrian High School with his high school sweetheart in the Class of 1948. On June 19, 1949, Howard married his sweetheart, Catherine Kidd, in Adrian. Catherine, his wife of 60 years, survives. Howard was a salesman for Electric Wholesale Supply in Adrian for 23 years. He then worked for Englewood Electric for 17 years, retiring in 1989. He was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church, where he served as a deacon. Howard was also a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, hunting, and was passionate about fishing. In addition to his wife, Howard is survived by two daughters, Pamela Bussing of St. Louis, Mo., and Lori (Bobby) Randolph of Jasper; two grandchildren, Carrie (Jay Mueller) Knox and Lee Partridge; one great-grandson, Ziggy; and his siblings, Edward (Grace) Bussing of Iron River, Mich., Gordon (Blanche) Bussing, Raymond (Mary) Bussing, Maxine Smith, Marilyn Franke and Mary Lou Jett, all of Adrian. Howard was preceded in death by a sister, Catherine Morton. At Howard’s request, cremation has taken place. The memorial service for Howard will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Fairfield Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Howard may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

Huelsbergen, Olivia Anne *

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Hyde, Irean L. *

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF Gwendolyn Stewart 10/15/1945-8/15/2008 Gwen, you are so sadly missed, but oh so lovingly remembered. You're alive in our hearts and with us in spirit in all that we do. Beloved husband, Charles; loving children, Charles Jr., Cathy, Tresa, Darlene, Charlene. We miss you so much. We know you're with Jesus. Someday we will all be together again. Also missed dearly by several grandchildren; brother, Raymond; sisters, Phyllis and Patsy; lots of family and friends. I sit here one year later and miss you so much. Never did I dream this would happen. My life will not be the same. I feel so empty and I know I was so blessed to have such a precious sister in my life. Love, Patsy

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Irene F. Anderson

Irene F. Anderson, 89, of Stronach, died Saturday, Aug. 15. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Irene Julia Maurer

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

Irene Julia Maurer Irene Julia Maurer, age 90, a Warren resident for over 48 years, died Sunday, August 16, 2009, at her home surrounded by her family. Irene was born August 13, 1919, in Minden, Michigan the daughter of the late Frank Grifka and the late Laura (nee: Peruski) Grifka. Mrs. Maurer worked as a state of Michigan licensed cosmetologist, and later worked in the Warren Consolidated Schools cafeteria as a cook. When Irene was not working she enjoyed bowling and loved watching wrestling on television. Also she and her husband traveled and spent many wonderful days with their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Irene Maurer is survived by her beloved husband James. She is the dear mother of Gary (Marianne) Maurer, Roger (Kathy) Maurer, and Brian (Holly) Maurer. Loving Grandmother of Warren (Kathy), Gregory (Cindy), Rachel, Kurt, Amanda, and Jennifer. Great-grandmother of Warren Jr., Brenna, and Dylan. She is the dear sister of Ray (Ruth) Grifka, Richard (the late Pat) Grifka, Rita (the late Zig) Oberski, Bernice (Jack) Gryczka, and the late Catherine (Frank) Wojtolewicz, Clara (Julius) Tripkowski, Minnie (Ira) Tripkowski, Josephine (Ambrose) Chinoski, Art (Suzie) Grifka, Norbert (Charlotte) Grifka, Herbert Grifka, and Eugene (Billy) Grifka. Visitation for Mrs. Maurer will be Tuesday from 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture service, at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 mile). Mrs. Maurer will lie instate Wednesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Cletus Catholic Church until the time of the funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Celebrating the funeral liturgy will be Rev. Fr. Sidney J. Eckert. Entombment will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial donations appreciated to Seasons Hospice, 27355 John R. Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071. Please share memories of Irene at www.Temrowski.com.


 


 

Isadore "Bill" Czerkies, 91

Sunday, August 16, 2009 4:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Isadore “Bill” Czerkies, 91, of Holland, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009.   Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 East 16th ST, Holland.   Visitation will be 5-8 pm Tuesday, Aug. 18, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.   


 


 

J.D. "Jerry" Wade

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 2:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

J.D. “Jerry” Wade, 84, of Bronson, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009 at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. Visitation will be on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009 from 4-8 p.m. at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009 at the funeral home. Pastor Terry Siler of the First Congregational Church in Bronson will officiate. Interment will follow at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Noble Township. J.D. was born on June 25, 1925 in Centertown, Kent. to Monroe and Velma (Kerr) Wade. He was raised in Birmingham and graduated from high school there. He soon entered the US Army, where he served for nearly two years in France during WWII. He married Mary Jane Messimer in Jackson in 1948. They had a son, Jerry, together and later divorced. J.D. had worked for the Silvercup Bread Company for many years. His job transferred to Jackson and then in the late 1960s to Coldwater. He married Leona “Lee” Mynhier on Aug. 30, 1968 in Coldwater. He had lived in the Bronson area ever since. He later went to work for Hooker Oil and most recently the Best American Car Wash. Jerry loved to mow the lawn and monitor the local gas prices. He was a faithful newspaper reader and enjoyed playing cards, woodworking and having coffee with his buddies at the McDonald’s in Bronson. He is survived by a son, Jerry (Petite) Wade of Coldwater, daughters; Brenda Nutt-Sherrick of Coldwater and Debra Nutt-Herman and her husband Bryan of Bronson, brothers; Donald (Mary Ann) Wade of Farmington Hills and Robert Wade of Florida, grandchildren; Courtney Nicole Sherrick, David Sherrick, Trinity Bird, and three great-grandchildren. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, wife Leona, daughter Judy Nutt and sister Mildred Smith. Memorial contributions may be made to the Coldwater High School Softball Program or to the family. Arrangements are being handled by the Kolcz Funeral Home, located at 321 E. Chicago Street, Bronson, (517) 369-4075.


 


 

JAMES KILGALLON

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

KILGALLON, JAMES; of White Lake Twp.; August 15, 2009; age 86. 


 


 

JESSE L. PORTER

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

PORTER, JESSE L.; age 79; of Oxford; August 16, 2009. 


 


 

Jack D. Weerstra

Mr. Jack D. Weerstra, 74, of Branch, died Saturday, Aug. 15. Wyman Funeral and Cremation Service - Stephens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Jack Earl Shaffer

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Jack E. Shaffer, 76, of Hudson passed away peacefully Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian, Mich. He was born Sept. 7, 1932, in Hudson, Mich., the son of Howard and Myrtle (Brenner) Shaffer. He married Rosemarie Spadafora on Nov. 29, 1958, in Hudson and she survives. Jack was a life-long Hudson area resident, retiring from the U.S. Postal Service in 1991, with more than 30 years of service. He was a graduate of Hudson High School Class of 1950 and then enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, spending time in Germany during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Hudson American Legion Hannan Colvin Post #180; American Legion Firing Squad for many years; Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where he served as an usher for many years; Thursday Afternoon Men’s Golf League, and served on the Hudson School Board for several years. Jack was a Boy Scout, played football, basketball and baseball in high school, but golf and bowling were his favorites. He dearly loved his children and grandchildren and will be greatly missed by all. Surviving Jack, besides his wife of 50 years, Rosemarie, are two children, Michelle (David) Bellfy of Brooklyn and Matthew P. (JoAnne) Shaffer of Hudson; six grandchildren, Adam, Sarah and Alex Bellfy, Lance, Landon and Lauren Shaffer; one sister, Frances Jean Onweller of Williamston. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mass of Christian Burial for Jack will be Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hudson at 11 a.m. with Fr. H. Paul Ruddy as celebrant. Military interment by the Hudson American Legion Hannan Colvin Post #180 will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 until 8 p.m. with a vigil prayer service 7:30 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hudson American Legion or the Father H. Paul Ruddy Endowment Fund. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

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.  


 


 

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 Aulton Green, Jr. Midlothian, Va. James Aulton Green, Jr., 16, of Midlothian, Va. (formerly of Lapeer) passed away Tuesday (August 11, 2009). He was born August 18, 1992, in Lapeer, to James Sr. and Mary (Weishaar) Green. James attended Monacan High School in Midlothian, Va. He was a loving son, brother, grandson and nephew. James was an outdoorsman, he LOVED to hunt and fish. He is survived by his parents, James Sr. and Mary Green of Midlothian, Va.; brother, Nicholas; sister, Madilynn; grandparents, Barbara and Joseph Weishaar of Fostoria, Robert and Joyce Edwards of Fenton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. Funeral services were held Saturday (August 15, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Rev. Kent A. Hoggatt officiated. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111.

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Jean M. Bergstrom

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 3:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jean Margaret Bergstrom, 86, Cheboygan, passed away Thurs day, Aug. 13, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Graveside services will be held on Friday, Aug. 21, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Oakhill Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Jeen Stanley Jordan *

71, of Leslie, retired Dart Container Corp. employee, died Thursday. Memorial services 1 p.m. Monday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. 


 


 

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.


 


 

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 10, 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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Jennie Kaminski

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

Jennie Kaminski Jennie Kaminski, age 93, died August 17, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Edward F.; loving mother of Edward (Dolores)Kaminski, Christine (David) Myers and Carole (Larry) Clark. Proud grandmother of 10; great-grandmother of 26. Jennie was a former owner of the Blue Goose Inn of Hamtramck. Visitation Wednesday, 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. evening vigil service at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Road (at Schoenherr). Instate Thursday, 10:30 a.m. until time of 11 a.m. Mass at St. Athanasius Catholic Church, 18720 13 Mile Road, (west of Kelly Road). Share memories at www.bcfh.com.


 


 

JoAnne Rhodes

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John Lee Leslie Sr.

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


 


 

John Wesley Hanna

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 2:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John Wesley Hanna, age 87 of Union City, passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 at his home in Union City. John was born in Chicago, Ill. on Aug. 18, 1921 to Mark S. Hanna and Geneva L. Travis. He was a World War II veteran who served in Italy in the Army Air Corp. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Distinguished Unit Badge, American Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and the Victory Medal. John retired from the city of Coldwater where he was the street department superintendent. He was an avid wood worker who enjoyed repairing damaged furniture. His passion was building furniture from scratch for the family. He was involved with the reclamation of the Historic Hammond House in Union City. Prior to his attendance at the Urbandale Baptist Church, John attended the United Methodist Church in Union City. He is survived by his wife Donna Lee Wofford; daughters Susan Frook and Lorna Fuller; sons David Hanna and Daniel Hanna; sisters Geraldine Fleer, Dorothy Goheen and Joan Harn; brothers Charles Gooden and David Hanna; stepsons Robert Warner and Richard Wofford; stepdaughters Peggy Weeks and Patty Hiatt; 22 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife Elaine Miller, second wife Jeanette Warner, daughter Sharon Bell, sister Elaine Rakauskas and a brother John Davis. Per John’s request, he will be cremated. Funeral services will be held at Urbandale Baptist Church, 19 Geiger Avenue, Battle Creek on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009 at 2 p.m. The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Urbandale Baptist Church. There will be a graveside service at the Riverside Cemetery in Union City at a later date. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com


 


 

Jonathan T. Hodgin *

77, of Delta Township, Commercial Blueprint Co. founder, has died. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing.


 


 

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.


 


 

Kathleen A. Masters

Monday, August 17, 2009 7:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kathleen A. Masters, 72, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at her home. She was born Feb. 7, 1937, in Hillsdale to Bernal and Agnes (Black) Wallace. She was married July 3, 1955, to Norman Masters and he survives. Kathleen was a former employee at Gametime in Hillsdale and retired from Abrasive Materials after 22 years of service. She was the church organist for more than 30 years at Trinity Lutheran Church. She was a member of the Hillsdale Pythian Sisters, serving as grand chief and was grand musician at Grand Temple. Surviving besides her husband Norman are three daughters, Lorraine (Matt) Zeiler of Hillsdale, Christie (Tom) Hukill of Clinton and Penny (Chris) Kelley of Hillsdale; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Karen (Herb) Landis of Toledo and Sheila (Mike) Kovalchik of Hillsdale; and a brother, Duane Wallace of Davenport, Fla. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Kathleen Masters will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Julie Carey officiating. Interment will follow at Cambria Cemetery No. 2. The family will receive friends for visitation 5-8 tonight at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bernal and Agnes Wallace Memorial Fund, the Shriners, or Hospice of Hillsdale County. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Laura Ann Gronostalski

Laura Ann Gronostalski, 47, of Bear Lake, died Saturday, Aug. 15. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Leo Albert Goldsmith, 79

Leo Albert Goldsmith, 79, of Charlevoix, died Aug. 15, 2009, at home in Hayes Township, Charlevoix. 


 


 

Leo J. Burkey Jr. Nov. 28, 1963-Aug. 15, 2009

Monday, August 17, 2009 11:43 AM 

Leo J. Burkey, Jr. 45; of LaSalle died Saturday August 15, 2009 at his home. 


 


 

Lillian J. Longeville

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

Lillian J. Longeville Lillian J. Longeville, age 80, of Warren, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2009, in Washington Township. Lillian was born September 10, 1928, in Detroit, the daughter of Joseph and Karolina (Kafel) Marcinkowski. Lillian loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren, and enjoyed her bingo. Lillian is survived by her children, Leon Longeville of Warren and Carol (Jon) Nepsey of Washington Township. Also survived by grandchildren, Shannon, Candace and John Diciesare; Courtney Needham; Alesia Nepsey; Ashley and Damien Clark and David Longeville, Jr.; 11 great- grandchildren; brother, Edward Marcinkowski. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rene and son, David. Private burial will take place at Mt. Vernon Cemetery on Tuesday, August 18 with Fr. Jerry Kessell officiating. Arrangements by the Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home, Romeo, Michigan.


 


 

Liselotte A. Roberts

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM

Liselotte A. Roberts Liselotte A. Roberts, age 92, of St. Clair Shores died August 15, 2009, at Lake Pointe Senior Care Center in Clinton Township. She was born December 18, 1916, in Cologne, Germany. She is survived by her sister Angela Becker and was predeceased by her sister Irmgard Hoock. A funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, August 19 at 10 a.m. at St. Isaac Jogues Church, St. Clair Shores. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit, Mich. Arrangements by Kaul Funeral Home, St. Clair Shores.


 


 

Lois E. King

Lois E. King Novi Formerly of Haslett. Born May 31, 1936, in Lakeview, MI, the daughter of Donald Keith and Lela May (Shelley) Bollinger, died Saturday, August 15, 2009 in Novi, MI. Lois was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Robert R. King. Surviving are daughter, Robin (James) Sneeringer of Wixom; and a son, Robert (Jennifer) King of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Jennifer and Michelle Sneeringer; brother, Jerry (Kay) Bollinger; and a sister, Janice Farley. Lois was a member of Crossroads United Methodist Church, and was an active supporter of Toys for Tots. She enjoyed gardening, loved animals, and spending time in nature. Lois enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was very loving towards everyone she met. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral services will be held at Crossroads United Methodist Church, 5491 Zimmer Rd., Williamston, MI, on Wednesday, August 19, 2009, at 12:00 noon, with the Rev. Brian Rafferty officiating. Burial will follow at Glendale Cemetery, Okemos. There will be visitation at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI, on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Capital Area Humane Society, 7095 W. Grand River Ave., Lansing, MI 48906, or Alzheimer's Association , 5303 S. Cedar St., Bldg. 1, Lansing, MI 48910.


 


 

Lois E. King *

73, of Novi, formerly of Haslett, died Saturday. Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing and one hour prior to the noon service Wednesday at Crossroads United Methodist Church, Williamston. 


 


 

Lola Ruth Wyman Dopp

Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:28 AM 

Lola Ruth Wyman Dopp, 80, of Sanford, died on Aug. 15, 2009. 


 


 

Lorena J. Kamminga *

92, of East Lansing, died Monday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

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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Lori S. Marker

Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:12 AM

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


 


 

Lorraine 'Rainie' Bevis

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Lorraine Bevis, 74

Sunday, August 16, 2009 4:02 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lorraine Bevis, 74, of West Olive, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at her home.   Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  


 


 

Louise Bartell

Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:28 AM 

Louise Bartell, 96, of Midland and formerly of Jonesville, died Friday morning, Aug. 14, 2009 at Midland King's Daughters Home.


 


 

Lyle Jones, 82

Monday, August 17, 2009 8:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lyle A. Jones, age 82, of Saugatuck, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Douglas. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 7-9 Tuesday at the Saugatuck Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 520 Lake St., Saugatuck, and also the hour before funeral mass at church.   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.


 


 

MARION JEAN HAACK

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

HAACK, MARION JEAN; age 82; of Commerce Twp.; went home to be with the Lord after a long illness on August 16, 2009.


 


 

MARVIN HOWE CARSONVILLE Marvin Howe, age 65, of Carsonville, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2009 at the Port Huron Hospital. He was born March 27, 1944 in Port Huron, Michigan, the son of the late Lewis Howe and Marquerite (Tornow) Kerckaert. Marvin married Sandra K. Ordish on June 17, 1967 in Sandusky. Marvin graduated from Sandusky High School-Class of 1962. He worked at Harry s Body Shop in Sandusky. He served his country in the US Navy and he was a member of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Howe; one daughter, Krista (Michael) Kennedy of Port Huron; three grandchildren, Tia Clark, Tylor Clark, Lauren Samson; one great grandson, Jesse Clark; five sisters, Carolyn (Terry) Buskirk of Sandusky, Janice (Frank) Wercinski of Alabama, Sharon (John) Forbes of Muskegon, Becky McGuffin of Port Huron, Patricia (Joe) Calabrese of Ira Township; three brothers, Richard (Cindy) Howe of Port Huron, Edward (Barbara) Kerckaert of Lapeer, Anthony Kerckaert of Sandusky, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Roxanne Clark and one brother, Robert Kerckaert. Funeral Services were held at the Hacker Funeral Parlors, in Sandusky with Pastor Dan Skirvin, Muskegon officiating. The Military Rites by the Sandusky VFW and American Legion was also conducted. Memorials may be made to: The Church of the Tabernacle. Arrangements made by the Hacker Funeral Parlors of Sandusky.

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MARVIN LEWIS

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

JEWELL, MARVIN LEWIS; age 70; of Beaverton, Michigan; passed away on August 16, 2009. 


 


 

Mahan, Everett Dale

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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.


 


 

Margaret (Lucy) (nee Barcci) DePerro

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

Margaret (Lucy) (nee Barcci) DePerro Margaret (Lucy) (nee Barcci) DePerro, age 89, of St. Clair Shores, died August 15, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Russell. Dear sister of Danny Bracci and the late Aldo and the late Armando Bracci. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visiting hours Wednesday 3:30-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Instate Thursday 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope Church (St. Gertrude), 28839 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores, until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Scripture service Wednesday 7 p.m.


 


 

Marilyn "Jean" Johnson *

79, of Okemos, died Monday. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Marilyn J. Wilkins, 72

Marilynn Wilkins, a resident of Harbor Springs for 35 years, passed away from complications of emphysema on Aug. 16, 2009. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Marjorie D. Wright

Monday, August 17, 2009 12:07 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marjorie D. Wright, age 85, of Tecumseh died peacefully Sunday morning, Aug. 16, 2009, at her daughter’s home with her family at her side. She was born on May 15, 1924, in Jackson, Mich., the daughter of Robert and Ruth (Kishpaugh) McGregor. Marge was Nutrition Director for the Lenawee County Department on Aging for 20 years until she retired in 1994. She was a member of NewSong Community Church, Tecumseh, and had enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, going to Hidden Lake Gardens and spending time with her family and many friends. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by three sons, Gene (Deborah) Wright of Okemos, Mich., Gary (Rose) Wright of Raleigh, N.C., and Kim (Linda) Wright of Eaton Rapids, Mich.; three daughters, Ruth Ann Weber of Jackson, Mich., Roberta (Brian) Kindinger of East Lansing, Mich., and Renee Smith of Tecumseh; two stepdaughters, Dolores (James) Bannon of Williamston, Mich., and Carol (Edward) Basso of Grand Ledge, Mich.; 14 grandchildren, seven stepgrandchildren, one great-grandchild and six stepgreat-grandchildren; her beloved dog, Zsa Zsa, and many “family like” friends. At Marge’s request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 11 a.m. at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes with Pastor Tom Hawkins of NewSong Community Church officiating. The family will greet friends at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to NewSong Community Church in her memory. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Marjory O'Neill Lapeer Marjory O'Neill, 68, of Lapeer, passed away Wednesday (August 12, 2009) at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born July 7, 1941, in Lapeer the daughter of Carl and Mildred (Frazer) Montgomery. Marjory grew up in the Lapeer area and graduated from Lapeer High School in 1959. On August 1, 1959, she married John O'Neill at the Lapeer Methodist Church. Marjory was a licensed builder and the executive director for the Lapeer Home Builders Association. She enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and canning and sewing for her family while they were growing up. She will be sadly missed by her children, Kathleen (Jules) Reinhardt of Lapeer, Karen (William) Eckel of Lapeer, John Jr. (Trisha) O'Neill of Wyoming and Jeffrey (Carrie) O'Neill of Boyne City; grandchildren, Jessica, Brittany, Cody, Kaitlin, Makaela, Jules, Andrew, Sydney, Zoey, Cameron and Mariah. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John; sister, Marilyn; daughter, Kris

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Mark Alan Burkhardt

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 2:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mark Alan Burkhardt, 53, died on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009 at zMax Dragway in Charlotte, N.C. of natural causes. Mark was born Aug. 31, 1955 in Coldwater. He resided in Bronson for 43 years. He moved to Denton, N.C. to continue to pursue his life in racing and career in high performance. He graduated from Bronson High School in 1973. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force as an F-111A Mechanic Specialist. Following his honorable discharge, Mark worked for Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in Covert for two years. He was able to work side-by-side with his father at Consumers Energy for eight years. His passion for race cars and high performance led him to manage Lane Automotive in Coldwater for five years, and then to owning his own business in Quincy as Thunder Competition for five years. Mark worked at Wal-Mart Distribution for seven years in Coldwater. He left Michigan to continue to pursue his dreams in racing at CV Products in Thomasville, N.C. for one year and then becoming the lead sales and technical representative for Arrington Engines in Martinsville, Va. Mark worked most of his life with his wife, parents and kids running Burkhardt Racing part-time but full-time in his heart. Mark was preceded in death by his father Junior, and brother Jeff. He is survived by his wife of one month, Kathy; mother Marlene; children Kip Burkhardt and his wife Michelle of Coldwater, Jennifer Cox and husband Darrell of Ridgeway, Va.; step-children Austin and Kylee Yerrick of Denton, N.C.; grandchildren Ashley, Bailey and Coley Burkhardt and Danika and Demi Cox; and many “loved like brothers and sisters” cousins. Please join family and friends to remember his life at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009 at Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family.


 


 

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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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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Michele Amy Groesbeck

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Mildred I. Kavan

Mildred I. Kavan, 100, of Manistee, died Friday, Aug. 14. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Moira E. Allen

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Muntz, Judith A.

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Muriel M. (Mathews) Wallace

Muriel M. (Mathews) Wallace, of Fennville and formerly of Harbor Springs, was called peacefully by the Lord, at her home on Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer.


 


 

Muriel Sonderegger

Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:28 AM 

Muriel Sonderegger, 90, of Brighton, passeed away Aug. 14, 2009.


 


 

Norman Hall

Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:28 AM 

TRAVERSE CITY - Norman Hall, age 99, died Aug. 7 at the family cottage in northwest Michigan, with his daughters attending. He came to Midland in 1933, and was employed as a chemical engineer at Dow Chemical Company until retirement. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he was preceded in death by his brother, Don Hall. He was married 68 years to Betty Hall, who died this past January. Their son, David William Hall, died at the age of 40. His surviving family include daughters Carolyn Hall and Dorothy (Cary) Lewis, daughter-in-law Toni Hathaway, grandsons Brent and Loren Hsieh, Nathan (Summer) Lewis, Jeremy Hall, and great-grandson, Alexander Lewis.


 


 

ORRA GEORGE SUTTON

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

SUTTON, ORRA GEORGE; of Goodrich; August 15, 2009; at 90 years of age.


 


 

Olga Gillis

• Olga Gillis of Pentwater died Sunday, Aug. 16. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Opal Irene Drake *

84, of Mason, retired bookkeeper, died Saturday. Services noon Wednesday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason.


 


 

Orville Glenn Eicholtz April 5, 1924-Aug. 14, 2009

Saturday, August 15, 2009 11:58 PM 

Orville Glenn Eicholtz, age 85, of Taylor, MI, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2009 at Applewood Nursing Home in Woodhaven. 


 


 

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.  


 


 

Phyllis Leota Osborn *

76, of Grand Ledge, retired Evangelical Alliance Mission missionary, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday at Grand Ledge Baptist Church. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

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  


 


 

REVEREND HENRY S. KREFT

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

KREFT, REVEREND HENRY S.; August 15, 2009; age 92. 


 


 

ROBERT "BOB" A. CRUICKSHANK APPLEGATE Robert "Bob" A. Cruickshank, age 58, a resident of Applegate passed away on Friday August 7, 2009 at the Port Huron Hospital. He was born on October 21, 1950 in Highland Park the son of the late Arthur and Winifred (Porter) Cruickshank. Robert married Gail Ash on December 4, 1971 in Drayton Plains. Bob worked in the telephone and telecommunications field. He was an avid deer and pheasant hunter, and enjoyed his farm and horses. Bob and his wife Gail were instrumental in many area animal rescues, especially those of horses, which were taken to their Applegate farm and lovingly cared for. He is survived by his wife, Gail Cruickshank of Applegate; one son, Shaun Cruickshank of Port Huron; his grandson, Damien Cruickshank of Applegate; one sister, Ann Kline of Warren; many aunts and uncles, several nieces and nephews and many cousins. Bob was preceded in death by his brother, James Cruickshank. Cremation has taken place. Memorials in memory of Bob are suggested to the family for his Grandson Damien's educational fund. Arrangements made by the Pomeroy Funeral Home in Croswell.

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Renita K. Burns

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Rex L. Grove *

53, of Laingsburg, carpenter, died Sunday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Robert Charles Hicks

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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 L. Whitford

Robert L. Whitford Lansing Age 63, went to be with The Lord, Friday, August 14, 2009. Robert was born June 24, 1946, in Lansing, Michigan the son of Robert and Marguerite (Mackey) Whitford. A resident of Lansing all his life, Robert was a member of the West Windsor United Brethren Church and the 1964 Lansing Eastern High School Class Reunion Committee. Robert loved to hunt and was a lifetime member of the NRA. A loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend will be dearly missed by all. Robert was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Connie; children, Barbara (Ken) Springsteen, Brian (Consuelo) Whitford and Carol (Michael) McClain; siblings, Carolyn (Frank) McBride, Marilyn (John) Baumgras and Joseph (Sharon) Whitford; grandchildren, Matthew, Alexis, Olivia, Megan-Ann, Brendan and Addysan. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive relatives and friends, Wednesday, August 19, 2009, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Home, Lansing Chapel. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Robert. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.palmerbush.com.


 


 

Robert L. Whitford *

63, of Lansing, Motor Wheel Corp. machine operator, died Friday. Visitation 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

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.  


 


 

Ronald Alan Sanderson

Sunday, August 16, 2009 2:28 AM 

Ronald Alan Sanderson, 74, of Midland, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 at Heartland Home Care Center. 


 


 

Rose A. Bame

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 3:35 AM - Mark Spencley 

Rose A. (Cool) Bame, 96, Cheboygan, passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, Larson Hall. Visitation was held on Monday, Aug.17, 2009 at the Christian Fu neral Home. The Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, Aug. 18, 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 will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.  


 


 

Ruth Edna (Zappa) Bridge

Monday, August 17, 2009 11:33 AM 

Ruth Edna (Zappa) Bridge, 80, of Midland, and Scottsdale, Ariz., died peacefully Sunday morning, Aug. 16, 2009, with her loving husband and family nearby. 


 


 

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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SCOTT TURNBULL

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

TURNBULL, SCOTT; of St. Petersburg, FL, formerly of Clarkston, MI; passed away peacefully July 28, 2009 due to his battle with diabetes at age 48. 


 


 

SHIRLEY L. KRIESCH CARSONVILLE Shirley L. Kriesch, age 79, of Carsonville, peacefully passed away in her home on July 23, 2009. She was born March 2, 1930 in Clawson, Michigan, the daughter of Russell and Margaret Wilton. She is survived by her son, Michael Alexander of Fort Gratiot; three daughters, Lorraine White of Collins, Missouri, Linda (Dennis) Nichol of Carsonville, Lisa Alexander-Reimel of Croswell; one sister, Carol (George) De St Aubin; two brothers, Donald (Nadine) Wilton, Dale (Judy) Wilton; nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, several step-children and grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Shirley is preceded in death by her three husbands, Willie Alexander, John Hoffman and Donald Kriesch; three siblings, Harold Wilton, Eugene Wilton and Mary London. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 22, 2009 at the Croswell Lions Hall, 17 Wells Street, Croswell, Michigan from 1-6pm. Memorials in memory of Shirley are suggested to the Croswell Lions Scholarship Fund.

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Saginaw, Bay City death notices

Monday, August 17, 2009 8:04 AM 

Tammy M. Cabala, of Kawkawlin, died., Stapish Cederberg Funeral Home West. 


 


 

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Sirena White, 89

Monday, August 17, 2009 9:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sirena White, 89, of Holland, died Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, in Hospice House of Holland. A memorial service will be 11 a.m., Thursday at Central Park Reformed Church, 614 Myrtle Ave. Visitation will be 10 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Arrangements 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. 


 


 

Sister Ruedisueli, O.P.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:13 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sister Loretta Ruedisueli, formerly known as Sister Louis Virginia Ruedisueli, died Aug. 16, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center. She was 97 years of age and in the 76th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Loretta was born in Detroit, Mich., to Louis and Laura (Mahlmeister) Ruedisueli. Sister graduated from St. Catherine High School in Detroit, Mich., and received a Bachelor of Philosophy Degree in English and a Master of Teaching Degree in Education, both from Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, Mich. Sister spent 35 years ministering in education in Chicago, Ill.; Grafton, W.Va.; St. Joseph, Flint, Detroit, Adrian and Owosso, Mich. She was Principal at St. Lawrence in Chicago for four years. Sister was Archivist for the Adrian Dominican Congregation from 1969 to 1974. She was Secretary and Bookkeeper for four years at St. Gabriel Rectory in Detroit and 13 years at St. Suzanne in Detroit. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in 2002. Sister Loretta is survived by loving nieces and nephews. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009, in the Rose Room of the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel  at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221.


 


 

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...


 


 

TRUDY M. RICHTER

Monday, August 17, 2009 2:41 AM 

RICHTER, TRUDY M.; of Waterford; August 16, 2009; age 61. 


 


 

Thelma "Bobbie" Armstrong Lapeer Thelma "Bobbie" Armstrong, 73, of Lapeer (formerly of Clarkston) passed away Tuesday (August 11, 2009). She was born February 29, 1936, in Pontiac, to George and Mildred (Wood) Miller. She married Henry "Hank" Armstrong on May 20, 1983 in Rochester. Bobbie was a loving mother and wife and was a caring homemaker her entire life. She is survived by her daughters, Victoria (James) Thompson of West Branch, Linda (Joe) Kellogg of Turin, N.Y., Jackie (Robert) Gravlin of Waterford, Cheryl Moyer of West Branch; grandchildren, Joshua, Amber, Derek, Sabrina, Christine and Jesse; great-grandchildren, Madison, Ashton, Alyssa, Cheyenne, Deacon, Brooke, Devin and Landon; siblings, Thelma and Burt Davidson of Arizona, Vernon and Joan Miller of Ortonville, Manny Miller of Fenton, Elaine MacDiarmid of Waterford, Rhea and Bruce Rauch of Arizona, Chuck and Marjory Miller of Argentine, Victor and Irene Miller of Onaway, Coza and Wayne Hawley of Clarksto

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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. Rasdale

Thomas J. Rasdale DeWitt Thomas J. Rasdale, 55, went to be with his Heavenly Father, Monday, August 17, 2009 after a long and difficult 5½year battle with cancer. He was born November 6, 1953 in St. Johns, MI the son of Charles and Joan (Wilcox) Rasdale. Tom graduated from St. Johns High School with the Class of 1971 and attended The University of Michigan where he was a manager of the Wolverine Football team under Coach Bo Schembechler. He graduated from the U of M in December 1974 and continued his education by earning a Law Degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing in May of 1978. Tom was employed with the State of Michigan for 24 years as an attorney with The State Court of Appeals after working six years as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Bay City, MI. Tom was obsessed with golfing and when he enjoyed better health, was and avid runner, competing in and completing full marathons. He loved watching sports of all kinds either in person or on television and was a huge supporter of the DeWitt Panthers. Tom married Becky Whittaker in Cass City, MI in 1988 and she survives him. Also surviving are two daughters, Andrea Ruth and Megan Elizabeth; his parents, Charles and Joan Rasdale of St. Johns; three brothers, Ed (Diana) and Bob (Sandy) of St. Johns, Mike (Rhea) of Higgins Lake; two sisters, Ruth Ann Rasdale and Mary Ann (Larry) Blossom all of Ovid; parents-in-law, Gerald and Ruth Whittaker of Cass City; sisters-in-law, Ann (David) Borger of West Lake Village, CA and Colleen Whittaker of Traverse City; brother-in-law, David Whittaker of Cass City; as well as many nieces and nephews and friends at Redeemer United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 20, 2009 at Redeemer United Methodist Church 13980 Schavey Rd. DeWitt with Pastor Rodney Kalajainen officiating. It was Tom's wish to be cremated and his ashes scattered at a later date. The family will receive relatives and friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to service at Redeemer United Methodist Church. Memorials may be made to an educational trust fund for Tom's daughters at Fifth Third Bank of DeWitt 13007 S. US 27 DeWitt, MI 48820. Arrangements and services provided by Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns 989-224-4422.


 


 

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.  


 


 

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for friends and family will be held from 2 until 4 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home.Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Robert M. Zagore will officiate. Graveside committal services will be held in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens.Memorial contributions may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Traverse City.The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home.


 


 

VIOLA SKIBA

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:12 AM 

SKIBA, VIOLA; 40 year resident of Royal Oak departed this life at 100 years of age, August 17, 2009. As a young child she and her family immigrated to the United States from Austria.


 


 

Vincent J. Bertolini

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM 

Vincent J. Bertolini Vincent J. Bertolini, age 82, of Warren, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2009. He was born January 19, 1927, in Detroit. Mr. Bertolini served in the U.S. Army and was a Hi-lo driver for Udylite Co., for over 18 years. He is survived by a son Michael of Harrison Township; a daughter Barbara (Ray) Taylor of Richmond; two grandchildren, Ramon (Michelle) Taylor Jr., Jennifer (Bill) Plunkett, four great-grandchildren, Helena, Ramon III, Christian and Madelynn; brother, Angelo of Leonard Township and special neighbors, the Pomerico family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marian, a son, Joseph, sister, Sara Riggio and brother, Joe. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2009, at 9:30 a.m. at the Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 S. Main, Mt. Clemens, Mich., with the Rev. Father Michael Cooney officiating. Visitation will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Contributions may be addressed to wishes of the family. Share memories with the family at www.vickfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Wade, J.D. "Jerry" *

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Wallace E. Jersey

Wallace E. Jersey, 85, died Aug. 17 in Zeeland. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Warren E. Mastenbrook

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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. 


 


 

Warsop, Joseph H. "Joe"

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William A. Vitale

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:26 AM

William A. Vitale William A. Vitale "Mr. Bill," age 60, died August 15, 2009. Bill was born in Detroit, Mich. on June 19, 1949. He was raised in Roseville, Mich. and graduated from Roseville High School in 1968. He owned and operated Mr. Bill's Towing in Oscoda for 30 years. He is survived by his daughter, Gina Vitale/Kimmet (Michael) and grandchildren, Logan and Jenna; sister, Maria Richards (late Alex Richards); brother, John Vitale (Carol); stepdaughter, Debi and her four children, Jason, Stephanie, Marty and Matthew; two great-grandchildren, Izzibella, and Jager. Memorial service will be held at the VFW post 3735 in Oscoda, Mich. where Bill was a member and commander, Thursday, August 20, 2009 at 1 p.m.


 


 

William E. Crosby

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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.  


 


 

Woods, Pearl Rutherford Keener *

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Wright, Robert D. *

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Zbigniew (Joe) Orlowski Feb. 9, 1913-Aug. 13, 2009

Saturday, August 15, 2009 11:58 PM 

Zbigniew (Joe) Orlowski and #151; teacher of Polish, art master, survivor, and lover of beauty and #151; was born in Radziejow, Poland on February 9, 1913 to Joseph and Helena (Janonowski) Orlowski. 


 


 

Zdunic Jr., James H.

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