Sunday, October 4, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 10/04/09


 

Agatha Boettger, 94

Agatha Opal Boettger, 94, of Petoskey, died Oct. 1, 2009, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. 


 


 

Aileen Ruth (Rosted) Davenport

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Alfred A. Morgan *

84, of Lansing, died Thursday. Services 10:30 a.m. Friday at Paradise Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home., 84, of Lansing, died Friday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing., 68, of AuGres, formerly of Harrison and Lansing, retired General Motors (Oldsmobile) employee, died Sept. 26. Arrangements by Forshee Funeral Home, AuGres., Jeanette C. Phelps Williamston Age 83, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2009. Born on September 14, 1926 in Williamston to Claude M. and Ida E. (Glaser) Campbell. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Jeanette was a wonderful baker. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Mack Phelps; 4 daughters, Mary (Rick) Robinson, Rose Ann (Marv) Slee, Nancy (Paul) Gonzalez and Sharon (Steve) Garcia; 3 sons, Bob (Maureen), Mack (Vicki) and Steve (Beth) Phelps; 22 grandchildren, Jamie (Dan) Backowski, Kelly (Ken) Cygan, Brian Robinson, Scott (Meagan) and Mark Slee, Robert, Michael (Ann), Chris and Jeff Phelps, Katie Gonzalez, Andrea, Jay, Kristin and Eric McCulloh, Monica, Tanya and Diana Phelps, Mary Beth, Matthew and Annie Garcia and Thomas and Megan Phelps; 2 great-grandchildren, Grace Backowski and Mike Hicks; and 2 sisters, Agnes Dexter and Rosie VanOstran. A special thanks to her nieces, Jolene and Brenda Davis for their loving care during Jeanette's illness. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 157 High Street, Williamston, MI, with the Rev. Peter J. Clark as celebrant. Rite of Committal will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 205 E. Middle St., Williamston, MI. The rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. For those desiring, the family requests contributions be made to St. Mary Catholic Church in memory of Mrs. Phelps., 74, of Lake City, formerly of Howell, retired Michigan State Police radio technician, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Howell. Arrangements by MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell., 80, of Lansing, retired Wolhart Corp. supervisor, died Friday. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel., 60, of Lansing, postal clerk, died Sept. 23. Memorial services 2 p.m. Oct. 11 at Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel., Annabel Schafer Westphalia Age 91, loving mother and grandmother, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2009. She was born on March 21, 1918 in Fowler, MI the daughter of Peter and Lenora (Smith) Klein. Mrs. Schafer was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and the Christian Mothers. She celebrated 65 years of marriage to her husband, Louis Schafer on October 15, 2006 and he preceded her in death on January 16, 2007. Also preceding her in death were an infant daughter Mary Ann; grandsons, David L. and Patrick J. Schafer; 5 brothers; 1 sister and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law. Surviving are her children, Peter (Kay) Schafer of Pewamo, Philip (Ann Marie) Schafer of Westphalia, Bernadette (Walter) Thelen of Westphalia, Larry (Bernita) Schafer of Westphalia, Luke Schafer of Lansing, Patrick (Maureen) Schafer of Westphalia, and Michael (Doreen) Schafer of Westphalia; 21 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; brother, Peter (Marguarite) Klein; sisters, Monica (Martin) Pung and Theresa Thelen; sisters-in-law, Mary Klein, Doris Klein, and Carolyn Klein; several nieces and nephews. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Westphalia with the Rev. Peter Schafer, Rev. James Conlon, and Rev. John Klein, presiding. Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the St. Mary Funeral Chapel, Westphalia from 7-9 p.m. Sunday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday. Rosaries will be prayed at 8 pm Sunday and 3 pm Monday. A Scriptural Wake Service will be held at 8 pm Monday . Arrangements are entrusted to the Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Homes, Portland. Online condolences may be made at www.schraubenlehman.com, 59, of St. Johns, Hip Hop Hair (DeWitt) beautician, died Thursday. Memorial services 5 p.m. Monday at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns., Betty J. Smith Lansing Age 76, our loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away October 2, 2009. Born July 13, 1933 in Lansing, MI. Betty retired from the State of Michigan as Director of Railroad Rates and Tariffs. Betty graduated in 1951 from Sexton High School and attended M.S.U. and L.C.C. She volunteered at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing Hospice, Yesterday's Youngsters, Meals on Wheels, and as a Docent in the public schools. She loved metaphysical and spiritual exploration and development, and she had an eye for beauty and was a wonderful interior decorator. She loved to travel to spiritually significant cities. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Lee Smith in 1979, and her parents, Phillip H. and Margaret "Dot" Anderson. Surviving are 4 children, Steven M. (Cynthia Struthers) Smith of Carthage, IL, Carol Ann DeRose, Cheryl Lynne Vommero, and Lee Ann Bauer all of Lansing, MI; 10 grandchildren, Jeremy Smith, Mary Smith, Justin Jardine, Sarah Bauer, Victoria Bauer, Peter DeRose, Gina DeRose, Amy Peter, Angie Swix, and Theresa Vommero; 2 great-grandchildren, Rachel Peters and Troy Adams. Memorial Services 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 6, at the First United Methodist Church, 3827 Delta River Dr., Lansing with Pastor Melanie Baker-Streevy officiating. Interment will be in Deepdale Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to the Sparrow Home Hospice. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. Friends may visit the guestbook at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com., Leona Alta Smith Lansing Age 93, passed away Monday, September 21, 2009 at Stoneleigh Residence Hospice. Born December 7, 1915 in Lansing, daughter of Carl A. and Ara (Otto) Danby. She lived most of her life in the Lansing area graduating from Eastern HS January class of 1935. On June 8, 1935 she married Carlton Smith in Lansing, MI. Leona retired in 1976 from Lansing Community Credit Union as loan officer. Upon retirement they moved to Higgins Lake. She loved to do handicrafts and sharing her work with family and friends. She was a member of Delta Presbyterian Church since 1985. Leona was preceded in death by her husband, Carlton (1985); parents; brothers, Orill, Otto and Carl Danby; sister, Mary Ellen Edly; granddaughter, Tisha Smith and great granddaughter, Emily Faith Pawlus. Survivors include sons, Roger (Judy), Frederick (Barbara), Douglas (Barbara); daughter, Vicki (Jerry) Zaikowski; 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Pat McGill; sister-in-law, Sally Danby. Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 10, 2:00 p.m. at Delta Presbyterian Church, 6100 W. Michigan Ave. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Hospice of Lansing, 4052 Legacy Pkwy, Ste. 200, Lansing, MI 48911. The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing. www.gorslineruncimanfuneralhomes.com, 61, of Gladstone, Mo., formerly of Webberville, Kansas City Southern Railroad Co. employee, died July 7. Memorial services noon Oct. 17 at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville. Arrangements by White Chapel Funeral Home, Gladstone, Mo., 92, of Lansing, died Saturday. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Anna U. Kassuba

Thursday, October 1, 2009 6:07 PM 

Anna U. Kassuba, 94, of Gaylord, died Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, at McReynolds Hall. Mrs. Kassuba was born on July 18, 1915, in Gaylord and was a lifetime resident. She was a member of St. Mary Cathedral parish and St. Mary Altar Rosary Society.


 


 

Arthur C. Hahn

Wednesday, September 23, 2009 2:25 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Arthur C. “Bud” Hahn, 91, Wolverine, passed away Monday, Sept. 21, 2009 at home. Visitation will be Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009 from 1-3 p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home in Cheboygan, with the funeral service to follow, also at the fu­neral home. Pastor Jim Green and Russell Hahn will officiate. Burial will be in Silver Lake Cemetery in Wolverine. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune.


 


 

Atha 'Maynard' Smith

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Atha “Maynard” Smith, age 81, of Britton, passed away peacefully Oct. 2, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor. Maynard was born Jan. 24, 1928, in Holdenville, Oklahoma, the son of Ernest and Helen (McMahan) Smith. In August of 1990, he married Lynda Hodges and she survives. Maynard was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving in Korea. He was an engineer, licensed pilot, published songwriter and musician. His enjoyment was his church activities where he was a member of the Blissfield Baptist Church, golfing, fishing and watching Tiger baseball. Besides his wife, Lynda, he is survived by his brother, Ralph (Wanda) Smith; stepdaughter, Mary (David) Leathers; stepson, Kevin Hodges; grandchildren, Anthony, Lauren and Robert; and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Louise; daughter, Leah Betts; son, Brian;  parents; brother, Ernest;  and sister, Hazel Harvey. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, at the Blissfield Baptist Church with Pastor Thomas Frantz officiating. Burial will follow in Ridgeway Cemetery, Ridgeway. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Barbara Chase Hulbert June 11, 1956-Oct. 30, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:17 AM

Barbara Chase Hulbert, 53, of Petersburg, died Wednesday while under the care of Hospice of Northwest Ohio. 


 


 

Barbara R. Wyniemko

Sunday, October 4, 2009 7:10 AM

Barbara R. Wyniemko Barbara R. Wyniemko of Sterling Heights, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at the age of 54. She was born on July 28, 1955 in Detroit, Michigan and preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Gladys Warren and her loving husband Tom. Barb's devotional love and caring for others, family, children and animals will forever remain. Barb is survived by her sister, Patricia Thompson; brother, David Arch; nieces and nephews; friends including her dear friend Sade "Ma" Madel. Visitation will be Sunday, October 4 from 2-9 p.m. and Funeral services Monday, October 5 at 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra Funeral Home, 36900 Schoenherr Road, Sterling Heights, Mich. In lieu of flowers, please continue Barb's love for animals by making memorial contributions to the Humane Society. Contribution envelopes available at funeral home.


 


 

Bay City death notice

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 1:20 PM 

Lyda P. Parker, 84, of Bay City, died Sept. 28, 2009, Stapish Cederberg Funeral Home. 


 


 

Bay City, Saginaw death notices

Friday, October 2, 2009 12:06 PM 

Violet Butts, 91, of Bay City, died Oct. 1, 2009, Penzien-Steele Funeral Home.


 


 

Behnke, Mary Alice "Betty"

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Bernice Brown

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Beth Ann (Smith) Sherman

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Betty Jean Laney

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 1:20 PM 

Betty Jean Laney, 71, of Midland, died Monday morning, Sept. 28, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Betty Lee Ferguson

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Bonnie Hartz Sime Bernard

Bonnie Hartz Sime Bernard Passed to the Lord on October 2, 2009. She was born August 20, 1937, to Alger and LaDonna Hartz of Akron, Michigan, both of whom preceded her in death. Surviving Bonnie are her sisters; Dianne Hartz Osantowski and husband Jerry and Sally Hartz Peplinski; husband Paul Sime; she is mourned by her loving husband of 44 years, Gilbert W. Bernard; her loving children, Thomas Alger Sime, and wife Jane of Okemos, Michigan, Timothy Michael Sime, and wife Teri of Grand Ledge, Michigan, Jennifer Ann Broyles and husband Keith of Maumelle, Arkansas, and Stephanie Jean Briley and husband Donald of Conway, Arkansas. Bonnie loved all of her grandchildren, Thomas Sime, Sarah Sime, Stephen Sime, Tyler Briley, Savannah Broyles and Sydney Broyles. She will miss all of them dearly. Bonnie moved from Michigan to Little Rock in 1985 with her husband Gil and lived in Little Rock since then. Bonnie was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary and spent many dedicated hours working for charity. She had many friends and enjoyed a good party and everyone's company. She will be missed by all who she loved and knew. There will be a memorial service for Bonnie at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, Tuesday, October 6, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. Roller-Chenal Funeral Home is located at 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas, (501)224-8300. In lieu of flowers please donate to the American Heart Association , P.O. Box 1653, Topeka, Kansas 66601-1653 in Bonnie's name. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal


 


 

Bulletin: Charles A. Rich

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 10:08 AM 

Memorial services will be held for Mr. Charles A. Rich, 83, of Gaylord, Sunday, Oct. 4, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Eagles Hall. 


 


 

Carol R. Stringer

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Catherine Howell

Catherine Greene Howell, 92, of Manistee, died Tuesday, Sept. 29. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Clara Neidermeier Oct. 3, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:52 PM 

Clara Neidermeier, 91, of LaSalle died at 7 p.m. Saturday in her home. 


 


 

Clarice Lillie Salway

Monday, September 28, 2009 2:55 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Clarice Lillie Salway of Jonesville passed away Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. She was born March 21, 1920 in Trenton the daughter of John Henry and Lillie Mary (Torangue) Laurell. In Oct. of 1950 she married Grant Henry Salway and he preceded her in death in 1977; she was also preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Albert, Harold, Johnny and Charles Laurel; and one grandson, Bobby Easler. She is survived by three children, Rosemary (Jerry) Easler of Hillsdale, Patty (Duane) Trevathan of Hillsdale and Grant (Linda) Salway of Jonesville; eight grandchildren, Wanda (Tom) Holland, Donna (Dale) Winter, Julie (Clifford) Sparks, Mickey (Robin) Rowe, Rickey (Vivi) Rowe, April (Joe) Harper, Candie (Todd) Stalens and Sonya (Terry) Draper; two step-grandchildren, Todd (Alex) Trevathan and Gail (Brett) McClain; 24 great-grandchildren; one sister, Genevieve (Jack) Sines; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Salway graduated from Allen High School. She worked as a cook at the 99 Drive-In for many years and she also worked with her daughter, Patty at SunnyBrooke Furniture Farm. She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Council of Catholic Women and the Widow’s Club. She enjoyed serving as a volunteer for many years at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Hillsdale Head Start School and at Williams Elementary School in Jonesville. A funeral mass will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church noon Monday, Sept. 28th with Father Tom Butler officiating. Interment will take place in the Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 5-8 p.m. Sunday with a prayer vigil service to begin at 6 p.m. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Anthony Catholic Church.


 


 

Crandall, Bernadine M. *

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Crist K. Petcoff

Friday, October 2, 2009 2:33 AM 

WAUWATOSA, Wis. -- Crist K. Petcoff, 84, of Wauwatosa, died peacefully with his family at his side on Aug. 26, 2009, in Wauwatosa.


 


 

Dale Keith Bulock

Dale Keith Bulock Lansing Dale Keith Bulock age 85, passed away Sept 18, 2009. Dale was born October 11 1923 in Lansing, Michigan the son of Bert Bulock and Tirzah Sternberg. He was a Lansing resident and also lived in Jacksonville, Florida for many years with his wife Norma. Dale had a passion for photography and an entrepreneurial spirit. He dedicated his life to his profession as a creative commercial photographer. He was a proud WWII veteran, a private pilot, a vocal artist (lead singer for the barbershop quartet The Merri-Men) and loved crossword puzzles! He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma J. Bulock. He is survived by 3 sons Bart K (Anh) Bulock; Brad J. (Lura) Bulock; Bryan (Laurie) Bulock; daughter Teresa (Andy) Dyer, stepdaughters Cindy (John) Laughlin; Julie (Larry) Gephart; Special caregivers Nancy (Mike) Bowers and Doug (Anna) Stephens. Also surviving are 19 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. A memorial gathering to share memories of Dale will be held at Riverview Church located at 3585 Willoughby Road, Holt, Michigan 48842 (517)694-3400, on Tuesday October 6th from 5:30-7:30pm. Contributions may be made to McLaren Hospice, 2316 S. Cedar, Lansing, MI 48910.


 


 

Dana F. (Howard) Murray

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 1:20 PM 

Dana F. (Howard) Murray, 59, died at her residence on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009. 


 


 

David Eyde

David Eyde Mr. David Eyde, 43, passed away September 30, 2009. He was the beloved husband for 11 years, of Jeanne (Consolo) Eyde; dearest father of Kara, Anthony, Angela, and Ava; son of Kathleen Kelly and Louis Eyde; brother of Samuel, Peter, Daniel, Kelly and Debra (Robert) Miller. David enjoyed life to its fullest. He loved to fly and was a pilot since the age of 15. He was a Certified Volunteer Pilot, and Angel Flight Homeland Security First Responder and a USS Constellation Civilian Invitee. He was a Real Estate Developer and a graduate of the Owner President Management Program at Harvard Business School. He enjoyed boating, skiing, traveling, fishing and especially loved playing "Texas Hold 'Em". His favorite place to enjoy the outdoors with his family was in Charlevoix, MI. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Robert of Newminster (6477 Ada Dr. SE, Ada, MI) with Rev. Leonard Sudlik, OMI as celebrant. Interment will be in Cascade Cemetery. The family will be at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, 2800 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids to greet relatives and friends Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. with a Vigil Service at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be given to Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic.


 


 

Decker, Kenneth D. "Jack" *

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Deile, Andrew J.

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Denise S. Janus Sept. 8, 1957- Sept. 30, 2009

Friday, October 2, 2009 11:29 AM 

Denise S. Janus, 52, of Monroe died at 6:28 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ypsilanti. She had been in poor health for two years.


 


 

Dennis Johnson

• Dennis Johnson, 69, of Ludington, died Oct. 1. Oak Grove Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

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Donald L. Kleinert Aug. 2, 1938-Sept. 28, 2009

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 12:38 PM 

Donald L. Kleinert, 71 years, of Lambertville, MI, died Monday, September 28, 2009 in his home surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Dora Jean (Holmes) Haynes

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 11:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dora Jean (Holmes) Haynes died Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009 at age 84. Dora Jean was born on June 3, 1925, the daughter of Hazel (Mettler) and Leon Holmes of Quincy. She and her high school sweetheart, Max, were 1942 graduates of Quincy High School and they married on Aug. 29, 1943. After the war, they owned farms in Quincy, first, and then in Coldwater. Later, they both worked for the Coldwater Regional Center until their retirement in 1984. They were married 52 years at the time of Max’s death in 1996. She was a lifelong, faithful member of the Union Church of Quincy. She taught Sunday school, belonged to Martha Circle, volunteered in the church’s “Sonshine” thrift shop/ food cupboard and served in many other ways. She will always be remembered for her nurturing and loving care of her family and many friends, and her faith and strength through adversity. Her generosity and kindness were returned over and over with the care given her by neighbors, former co-workers and friends in her later years.  Dora Jean moved to Yukon, Okla., near her daughter, Marlene, in 2007. She lived at Victorian Estates assisted living until June 2009 when she moved to Ranchwood Nursing Center. In both facilities, she made friends quickly, received excellent care and was loved by those around her.  She is survived by daughters and sons-in-law: Karen (Thomas) Schiedel, of Rochester, N.Y., and Marlene (Randy) Kelly of Yukon, Okla.; grandchildren: Joseph (Neely) Schiedel, Brian (Jennifer) Schiedel and Nicole Kelly (fiancé Ben Craig); great grandchildren: Alexis, Amelia and Addison Schiedel, Caden Schiedel, Scotty Pomponio and many kind and loving friends. Dora Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Max Haynes, Sr., a son, Max Haynes, Jr. and her brother, Wilbur D. Holmes. Visitation with the family will be at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, 2009. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009 at  George White Funeral Home in Quincy with the burial immediately following in Lakeview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to honor Dora Jean may be directed to the Union Church, 8 Fulton Street, Quincy, Mich. 49082.  


 


 

Douglas Charles Smith

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Douglas John Miller July 24, 1943-Sept. 28, 2009

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 12:07 PM 

Douglas John Miller, 66, of Monroe died at 9:34 p.m. Monday at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. He had been in poor health for six years. 


 


 

Douglas Keith Bildson

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Douglas R. Griffin

Sunday, October 4, 2009 6:14 AM 

Douglas R. Griffin, age 51, of Shepherd, passed away from his battle with cancer Friday, Oct. 2, at Karmanos Cancer Center in Detroit. Cremation has taken place and there will be a memorial service Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m. at the Berry Funeral Home.


 


 

Durward Harwood "Derby" *

72, of Lake Odessa, retired General Motors employee, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Sebewa, Lake Odessa. Arrangements by Koops Funeral Home, Lake Odessa.


 


 

Edward E. Farlin

Edward E. Farlin Charlotte Age 72 of Charlotte, MI, died Friday, October 2, 2009 at the Ingham Regional Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus in Lansing. Ed was born February 22, 1937 in Charlotte, the son of Carl B. and Wilma (Stofflet) Farlin. He was a 1955 Graduate of Charlotte High School and had been employed by the McDonald's Dairy and Country Fresh Dairy of Flint, MI from where he retired after 43 years of service. He had lived in Flint for 38 years, returning to Charlotte 8 years ago. While in Flint he had been a member of the Third Ave. Baptist Church for 25 years and was currently a member of the First Baptist Church of Charlotte. He had served as President of the McDonald Dairy Credit Union and was currently a member of the Eaton County Buck Club. Ed was a collector of Jim Beam Bottles and had a milk bottle collection. Surviving are: his wife of 45 years, Susan L. (Dygert) Farlin; 3 sisters, Shirley (Don) Howe of Watsonville, CA, Elizabeth (Jim) Line of Arizona and Sue (Bill) Wilson of Aurora, CA; brother, Warren Farlin; mother-in-law, Katherine June Dygert of Charlotte; brother-in-law, Neil O. (Alice) Dygert of Grand Ledge; sister-in-law, Ruth (Richard) Moody of Escanaba; an aunt, Ellen Backofen; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Alice Farlin; brother, Robert B. Farlin and father-in-law, Neil Dygert. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Charlotte with the Rev. Robin Crouch officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home in Charlotte. Interment will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 8, 2009 at the Rosedale Memorial Park Cemetery in Walker, MI (near Grand Rapids) Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church of Charlotte or the American Diabetes Association . www.burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Edward W. Krymski

Sunday, October 4, 2009 7:10 AM 

Edward W. Krymski Edward W. Krymski, age 93, of Mount Clemens, died Sept. 30, 2009. He was born Jan. 21, 1916. Mr. Krymski was a retired tool and die engineer for Ford Motor Co. He was a Cass Tech Vocational graduate and a member of St. Louis Catholic Church in Mount Clemens, and Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his son, Nick Krymski; daughters, Patricia (Carl) Healy and Gloria Causley; grandchildren, Mark (Kim) Causley, Brad Causley, Donna (Tom) Pergano; great-grandsons, Bradley Jr. and Chad Causley. A Memorial Service will be held Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. at St. Louis Catholic Church, Clinton Township, Fr. Larry Pettke officiating. Arrangements entrusted to The Wm. R. Hamilton Co., Mount Clemens.


 


 

Elaine M. Sterling

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Elizabeth G. Fischer-Richardson

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Elizabeth G. Richardson

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:40 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Elizabeth G. Richardson, 70, passed away on Sept. 28, 2009 in Cheboygan. Cremation has taken place, but funeral arrangements are incomplete. Read more HERE in Thursday's Tribune. 


 


 

Elizabeth Marie Ashley *

48, of Mason, financial accountant, died Sept. 21. Private services have been held. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason.


 


 

Emma Bierley, 93

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Emma Marie Bierley, age 93, of Douglas, died Friday October 2, 2009 at Grace Nursing Home, Douglas.   Graveside funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday at the Riverside Cemetery in Saugatuck.     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.


 


 

Emma Jean Martin

Thursday, October 1, 2009 3:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Emma Jean Martin, 81, of Angola, Ind., died Sept. 30, 2009, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind. Services are at 7 p.m.  Friday, at Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange, with visitation from 3 p.m. until service time.  Entombment will be at noon Saturday with visitation one hour prior to the committal dedication at Elm Ridge Cemetery in Muncie, Ind.


 


 

Eugene Flowers Oct. 3, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:52 PM

Eugene Flowers, 102, of Monroe died at 4:36 a.m. Saturday in the emergency room at Mercy Memorial Hospital. 


 


 

Eugene Teofil Kardasz

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Eugene Wagner

Thursday, October 1, 2009 2:21 AM 

HIBBING, Minn. -- Eugene Wagner, 89, of Hibbing, died Monday, Sept. 28, 2009. For three weeks he was a resident of Guardian Angels Health and Rehabilitation Center, after a short hospitalization. 


 


 

Evelyn Pennell

Thursday, September 24, 2009 2:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Evelyn Pennell of Cheboygan and Adrian passed away Sept. 20, 2009. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the St. Thomas Church discretionary fund used for those in need, or a charity of choice. Read more HERE in Thursday's Tribune.


 


 

Farlin, Edward E. *

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Freda L. Brighton

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Freda L. Brighton, age 87, of Tecumseh passed away Oct. 3, 2009. Freda was born March 21, 1922, in Macon, Mich., the daughter of Fred and Venia (Fielder) Creger. On Sept. 22, 1942, she married Fred G. Brighton and he preceded her in death.   Her family was a source of pride and joy in her life. She was a loving, caring mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by all.  Freda is survived by her children, Carol (Jack) Holderman of Tipton, Bonnie (Steve) Pfeffer of Jackson and Fred II (Marcy) Brighton of Ann Arbor; brother, Donald (Marie) Creger of Tecumseh; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one great- great-grandson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, Fred, she was preceded in death by her parents, brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be at  11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will follow at Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Frederick F. Elowsky

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 2:58 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frederick F. Elowsky, 67, Onaway, died on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Cremation arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.


 


 

George F.R. Buletza *

92, of Charlotte, died Friday. Services 4 p.m. today at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

Gerald J. "Jerry" Aaron

Friday, October 2, 2009 12:06 PM 

Gerald J. "Jerry" Aaron, 70, of Freeland, died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, surrounded by his family at his home after an extended illness.


 


 

Gerald J. "Jerry" Aaron

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:56 AM 

Gerald J. "Jerry" Aaron, 70, of Freeland, died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, surrounded by his family at his home after an extended illness.


 


 

Glenadore L. Bankson

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Glendora L. Mehan

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Glendora L. Mehan, age 92, of Clayton died Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, at her home. She was born Nov. 23, 1916, in Palmyra to Lester and Letha (Baker) Kafer. She graduated from Palmyra High School in 1934. She married Franklin Mehan on July 9, 1936, in LaGrange, Ind. He preceded her in death in 1981.  She was a homemaker and worked right beside her husband on the farm. She enjoyed working with her flowers inside and out, also reading and cooking. Glendora enjoyed her children and grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by all. She was a member of the West Rome Baptist Church, a former member of the Ladies Missionary Society, also a member of the Jolly 60’s Club. She has been a resident of Clayton for over 50 years. Glendora is survived by a daughter-in-law, Janice Mehan of Clayton; two grandsons, Martell and Marklin Mehan both of Jackson; two step-grandchildren, Susan Sexton and Joe Kelley and friend, Gwen Shay; three great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Dustin and Cody Mehan of Jackson; two great-grandchildren, Crystal and Casey; several step-great-grandchildren; one sister, Doris Seegert of Adrian; two sisters-in-law, Marian Kafer of Blissfield and Alliene Kafer of Palmyra; a brother-in-law, Fred Appel of Paradise, Pa.; several sisters-in-laws and brothers-in-laws from her husband’s side of the family; many nieces and nephews; a special friend, Sally; her care giver, Susan Sexton: and a special great-great-granddaughter, Ava “Pebbles.” In addition to her husband, Franklin, she was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Barbara Mickel; a son, Norman Mehan; two sisters, Donna Appel and Edna Crane; and two brothers, Alfred Kafer and Elwood Kafer. Funeral services for Glendora will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will be in East Rome Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 2 to  4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Family of Glendora. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Glenn R. Fackler Sr.

Glenn R. Fackler Sr., 92, of Punta Gorda, Florida, passed away Friday, Aug. 21, 2009. 


 


 

Hallis Gray

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hallis C. Gray, 64, of Osseo, passed away Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born Feb. 6, 1945 in Adrian to William and Laura (Zimmer) Gray. He was married May 4, 1979 to Jean Decker and she survives. Hallis was a self-employed salvage technician. He was a member of the M.C.R.C.G and had previously served on the Jefferson Township Board. Surviving besides his wife Jean is a son, Hallis MacKay of Lima, Ohio; step-daughters, Nina (David) Hildreth of Fostoria, Ohio, Lorena (Paul) Riegle of Osseo, Toni (Rick) Dunn of Camden and Traci Blair of Hillsdale; step-sons, Jerry Drake of Rocky Mount, N.C. and Patrick Drake and Sally Chamberlain of Hillsdale; 15 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; sister, Donna MacKay of Hillsdale; brother, Phillip (Monica) Gray of New Mexico; and a brother-in-law, Lester Henning of Hillsdale. He was preceded in death by his parents, stepson-in-law, and sister Marcia. Funeral services for Hallis Gray will be Monday at 11 a.m., at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. John Diller officiating. Interment will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. The family will receive friends for visitation Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the M.C.R.C.G. or to the family of Hallis Gray. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Harold R. Steele

Monday, September 28, 2009 2:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold R. Steele, stepfather of George Richardson of Edgerton, Ohio and Roger Richardson of Hillsdale, died at the age of 94 on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009, at the Parkview Nursing Center, Edgerton, Ohio. He was born Aug. 28, 1915, in Lima, Ohio and was a resident of Columbia, Ohio, Decatur, Ind. and Edgerton, Ohio in his later years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia (Burlew) Steele in 2009. Graveside services, arranged by Krill Funeral Home, will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 at the Edon Cemetery, Edon, Ohio. Condolences may be sent to the online register signed at www.krillfuneralservice.com.


 


 

Harry Piehl, 87

Saturday, October 3, 2009 1:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Harry T. Piehl, 87, formerly of St. Joseph and Holland, MI, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday October 1, 2009 at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Ft.   Wayne, Indiana.   Friends are invited to visit with the family from 12-2 p.m. on Monday October 5, 2009 at Starks & Menchinger Family Funeral Home, 2650 Niles Road, St. Joseph.   A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. James Boer officiating.  Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery, St. Joseph.   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.


 


 

Heath, Lamarion J. *

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Helen Campbell *

78, of Lansing, died Friday. Arrangements by Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home. 


 


 

Helen D. Johnson

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Helen M. Latoski

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 1:20 PM

Helen M. Latoski, 75, died on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, at Covenant Cooper Hospital in Saginaw. 


 


 

Howard Allan Estes Sr.

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Howard Allan Estes Sr., 82, of Blissfield, passed away Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian. Howard was born April 21, 1927, in Adrian, the son of Hubert and Mildred (Hall) Estes. Howard graduated from Adrian High School in 1945, and served in the US Army Air Force from 1945 to 1947.  He was married on May 7, 1949, to Mary Jane Helminiak. In 1983, he retired from the GM Fisher Body plant in Tecumseh. Howard enjoyed working with wood, fixing machinery, and attending his grandsons’ high school sporting events. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blissfield. Surviving is his wife of 60 years, Mary Jane Estes of Blissfield; five sons, Howard (Judy) Estes Jr. of Ann Arbor, Jim (Mary) Estes of Temperance, Tom Estes of Marion, Ohio, David (Kathy) Estes of Orlando, Fla., and Ron (Susie) Estes of Blissfield; one brother, Hubert Estes of Adrian; two sisters, Eleanor Mackey of Adrian and Janet Foster of Adrian; nine grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters. Howard was preceded in death by his parents, one bother, and one sister. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blissfield, with Fr. Jack Loughran officiating. Burial will follow at Crane Cemetery in Blissfield Township. Visiting hours will be Monday from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. A Rosary Service will be held Monday evening at 7 p.m., at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee, or to the charity of the donor’s choice.


 


 

Ira "Ike" Briggs, 59

Saturday, October 3, 2009 1:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Ira “Ike” Briggs, age 59 of Prairie Grove, Ark., passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2009 at Fayetteville, Arkansas.   Private Memorial Services will be held at a later date.   Arrangements are under the direction of Benton County Memorial Park in Rogers, Arkansas.  


 


 

Irene M. Long

Monday, September 28, 2009 2:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Irene M. Long, 91, of Bryan, Ohio and formerly of Hudson passed away Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009, at the Bryan Care & Rehabilitation Center. She was born Nov. 19, 1917, in Kenton, Ohio to Hallie G. and Grace (Hills) Wright. She married Wayne E. Long on Oct. 28, 1978, in Coldwater and he preceded her in death on May 4, 2004. Irene lived in Coldwater from 1978 to 1987. She then moved to Leffingwell Estates in Hudson in 1987, to Arlington, Ohio in 2001, and to Bryan in March of 2004. She was previously employed at the Coleman Foundation in Hudson. Irene graduated from Forest High School in Forest, Ohio and was a member of Prattville Community Church and Ladies Aide Society. Surviving Irene are two daughters, Sharon (Phil) Klingler of Bryan, Ohio, and Norma Ferrell of Tipp City, Ohio; one son, James (Joyce) Hamilton of Arlington, Ohio; one brother, Dale E. (Mary Jane) Wright of Pittsburgh, Penn.; 16 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; one step-great-grandchild; two great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; twin sister, Catherine Burk; one granddaughter; two great-great-grandchildren; and a nephew. A funeral service for Irene Long will be 1 p.m. Saturday at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with Pastor Gary Keisling officiating. Interment will follow in Waldron Cemetery. Visitation will be held 11 a.m. Saturday until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to a charity of the donor’s choice. Family and friends can view Irene’s obituary and send condolences to her family at www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Irwin S. Ogden

Tuesday, September 22, 2009 5:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Irwin Spencer Ogden, 99, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2009 at his home in Midland. He was born June 23, 1909 in Marine City to the late David and Minnie Ogden, the youngest of five children. A memorial service was held at Cleveland Manor in Midland on June 20, 2009. Burial will be Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Cheboygan at 11 a.m. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Isabel Z. Fellows

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 12:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Isabel Z. Fellows, 96, of Archbold, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, Sept, 29, 2009, in Canton, Mich. She was born March 1, 1913, in Hillsdale County, the daughter of Ernest and Zella (Gleason) Gilbert. She married Ansel L. Fellows on Jan. 26, 1935, in Indianapolis, Ind. and he preceded her in death on May 12, 2000. Isabel was a lifelong Waldron area resident before moving to Archbold in 1995 and then to Canton in 2007. She retired from Spangler Candy Company in Bryan, Ohio, in 1976, with more than 23 years of service. She was a graduate of Waldron High School Class of 1930 and also attended Taylor University in Indiana. She was a member of the  Waldron Wesleyan Church, Women’s Literary Club and taught Sunday School for many years. Isabel enjoyed playing piano, cooking, hooking rugs, embroidery, collecting antiques, especially salt and pepper shakers and toothpick holders. Surviving Isabel are two daughters, Carol (John) Spycher of Adrian, Karla (Henry M.) Walkley of Canton; one son, David Fellows of Evergreen, Colorado, two sisters, Bernice Emens of Waldron and Ilene Slade of Hillsdale; seven grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers, Everett and Roger Gilbert. Funeral services for Isabel will be 11 a.m.Friday at the Waldron Wesleyan Church with the Rev. Duaine Snyder officiating. Interment will follow in Waldron Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday  at the Eagle Funeral Home in Waldron. Memorial contributions can be made to the Waldron Wesleyan Church or Waldron Library. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Isabelle Virginia Huard Fay

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Jack E. Brockhaus

Jack E. Brockhaus Age 83, born January 13, 1924, passed away September 12, 2009. Jack was a retired supervisor for Wagenvoord & Riegel and a WWII veteran having served in the Army Air Corp. He was a 1944 graduate of Resurrection High School and remained a life long devoted member of the Catholic Church. Jack enjoyed golfing, fishing and rooting for MSU. Jack was preceded in death by his daughter Diana, infant son David, brother Fred of California, and sister Betty Babcock of St. Louis, Missouri. Jack is survived by his wife of 63 years Irene (Misovye); sons Jack (Linda) and Donald (Elaine); daughter Sharon Potter of Greenfield, Indiana; sisters Pat Piggott of Eaton Rapids and Jean O'Neil of Lansing, 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 10, 2009 at St. Gerard Church, Lansing. Those wishing to make contributions may do so to St. Gerard Church, Lansing., in memory of Jack.


 


 

James Richardson

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James Thomas Richardson

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James W. Halle

James W. Halle Mason Age 74, of Mason died Monday, September 28, 2009 at the Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte. Born January 21, 1935 in Berlin, New Hampshire the son of Frederick and Mary (McKelvey) Halle. Mr. Halle was a retired Truck Driver for the TLC Trucking Co. in Lansing. Surviving are 2 sons, Charles Halle of Eaton Rapids and Frank Halle of Jackson; 3 brothers, Bruce of Arizona, Alan of California and Bob of Spring Lake, Michigan; 2 sisters, Mary Ellen Merrill of Eaton Rapids and Betty Halle of Arizona; several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be Thursday, October 15 at 3:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. For those desiring memorial gifts may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice at 2675 S. Cochran Charlotte, MI 48813 in memory of James W. Halle.


 


 

James "Jim" Allen Egbert

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:56 AM 

James "Jim" Allen Egbert, 76 of Midland, died Friday evening, Oct. 2, 2009 at the MidMichigan Medical Center.


 


 

Jane (Collins)Pierson

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 3:37 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

A graveside service for Jane (Collins)Pierson, of Arizona and formerly of Sturgis, Mich., will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Oaklawn Cemetery in Sturgis.  


 


 

Jane L. Garrigus "Janie"

Jane L. "Janie" Garrigus Lansing Age 66, our loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed away October 2, 2009 at her home. Born August 6, 1943 in Detroit, MI. Jane retired in 2003 from the Waverly Community Schools with over 20 years of service. Jane loved spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed watching sports, and she loved shopping with family and friends. Jane was preceded in death by her parents, Lecil and Grace Myers; brother, Bill; and father-in-law, James. Surviving are her husband of 45 years, Gerald F. "Gerry"; her 3 children, James (Mary), Jerry, and Robyn Garrigus; 3 grandchildren, Kaeli, Lauren, and Nathan Garrigus; sister, Janet (Tom) Thomas; mother-in-law, Ruth Garrigus. Visitation is from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday with services 2:00 p.m.. Monday, October 5, in the Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing with Pastor James E. Robinson officiating. Interment will be in Delta Center Cemetery. Contributions may Waverly Community Schools or the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, with envelopes at the funeral home. Friends may visit the guest book at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Janet K. Hershey

Janet K. Hershey Lansing Age 66; died October 2, 2009; born June 22, 1943 in Lansing, MI. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Hershey and 3 brothers. Surviving are her daughter, Diane (James, Jr.) Lyons; son, James (special friend Michelle LaLone) Hershey; grandchildren, Lindsay, Tiffany and Jack; 1 brother; 5 sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 6, 2:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI with Rev. Wesley Emerson officiating. The family will receive friends Monday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday 1 hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Deepdale Memorial Gardens, Lansing, MI. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Heart Association , Greater Midwest Affiliate, Memorials and Tributes Lockbox, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674 or to the charity of choice in the memory of Mrs. Hershey. Online condolences may be made at: www.gorslineruncimanfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Janet L. Dean June 8, 1942-October 2, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:17 AM 

Janet L. Dean, 67, of Monroe, died at 3:15 p.m. Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. 


 


 

Jarvis Compagner, 62

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:42 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jarvis Compagner, 62, of Oakland, died Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Oakland Christian Reformed Church.  Visitation is 1 to 3 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in Bentheim Cemetery. 


 


 

Jeanne P. Hunt Cripe

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 1:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ms. Jeanne P. Hunt Cripe, 88, was born in Goshen, Ind., on June 17, 1921. She passed into our Lord’s arms on Sept. 21, 2009. Survivors include her daughter, Ms. Kit (Hunt) Chavis of Venice, Fla., formerly of Hickory, N.C.; sister Mrs. Bud “Norma” Large of Sturgis, Mich.; grandson, Mr. Scott Duncan of Englewood, Fla.; and two great-grandsons. She was predeceased by her daughter, Rochelle (Hunt) Duncan. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Oct. 3 at Venice Community Church of the Brethren. Farley Funeral Home of Nokomis, Fla., is handling arrangements. Memorial donations may be sent to Venice Community Church of the Brethren, 233 Tamiami Trail South, Venice, FL 34285. To send condolences, visit www.farleyfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Jerry D. Williams

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Jerry D. Williams, age 65, of Jackson died Oct. 2, 2009 at home. Arrangements pending with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.   


 


 

Joan R. Johnston Oct. 2, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:52 PM 

Joan R. Johnston, 75, of Monroe died at 10:59 p.m. Friday in her home. 


 


 

Joanne Emily McMahon

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Jody Eugene Wilson

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jody Eugene Wilson, age 47, of Adrian passed away Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, at Chelsea Medical Center. He was born Feb. 8, 1962, to Robert and Claudette (Willet) Baughey in Adrian. Jody was employed with S Group Automotive in Webberville and Owosso as their facility manager.  Jody enjoyed golfing, driving his car and was an avid Red Wings fan. Most of all, Jody enjoyed spending time with his children. Jody is survived by four children, Brandon Wilson and his wife, Keri, of Corinth, Texas, Shane Wilson and his wife, Lisa, of Adrian, Sarah Wilson and her fiance, Brandon, of Adrian and Jodi Wilson of Hillsdale; eight brothers and sisters, George Abbott of Adrian, Lynda Abbott of Tarpon Springs, Fla., Patricia Carrico of Arizona, Annabelle Baughey Voorhees and her husband, Tim, of Adrian, Theresa Wilson, Laura Wilson, Sam Baughey and his wife, Bev of Tecumseh and Penny Seymoure of Hudson; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Shane. Funeral services for Jody will be held on Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Art Horn officiating. Visitation will be held today from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian and also Monday from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service. Cremation will follow the service. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.   Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Jody Wilson. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Johanna "Schutte" Brunink

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Joseph J. Suzik

Monday, September 28, 2009 1:35 AM 

HUBERT, N.C. -- Joseph J. Suzik, 85, of Hurley, Wis., died Sunday, Sept. 20, 2009, in Hubert, N.C., where he had resided for the past year. 


 


 

Joseph R. Semo Sr.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 2:20 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Joseph R. Semo Sr., 85, of 611 Cherry St., Ironwood, died Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009, surrounded by his loving family, in Ironwood.


 


 

Jud Esch

Sunday, October 4, 2009 6:48 AM 

Jud Esch, age 73, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away at his home Saturday, Oct. 3. Funeral arrangements are pending with the Berry Funeral Home in Shepherd.


 


 

Judith Kay Andreas *

66, of Lansing, beautician, died Sept. 28. Services 11 a.m. Monday at Church of the Resurrection. Arrangements by Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. 


 


 

Judy K. Andreas

Judy K. Andreas Lansing Age 66, passed away September 28, 2009. She was born July 18, 1943 in Lansing, the daughter of Gregory and Winifred Nellie (VanGilst) Andreas. Judy was a hairstylist at Applause Salon and will be missed by her co-workers, Lyle, Pennie, Vanessa and Lisa. Her void will never be filled. Her second family, Julie Stasi, Dave and Lucia Allen, Vito Stasi and her God Daughter Angie, will miss her terribly. Others that will miss her include her stepmother, Beverly Andreas; Dr. Edie Kimball, her incredibly compassionate and caring veterinarian; the members of the Obedience Club of Greater Lansing; special friends, Sue, Peggy and Laura. Most of all, Judy will be missed by her beloved dogs, Dolly, Meg, Lovey and Bear. The love you gave them was immeasurable. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Vickie Andreas. Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Monday October 5, 2009 at Church of the Resurrection, 1531 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. at the church the day of the service. Interment will be 1:30 p.m. at Rosehill Cemetery in Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made in Judy's name to the Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing, 3940½N. Grand River, Lansing, MI. 48906. Arrangements were handled by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. www.shellyodell.


 


 

Judy Kay Wolkins

Thursday, October 1, 2009 3:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Judy Kay Wolkins, age 64‚ of White Pigeon, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, at the Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers. She was born in Elkhart, Ind.,  on September 9, 1945, a daughter of Amos and Gladys (Whitehead) Conner. Judy attended Constantine Schools and was a member of the Mottville Bible Church. On Aug. 5, 1966, she married Roger L. Wolkins in Mottville.  Judy had previously worked at Pioneer Hi-Bred and provided home health care. She was an accomplished artist enjoying drawing wild birds and painting. Judy also enjoyed her flower garden, NASCAR , football and discussing politics. Mostly she was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother who cherished her family. Surviving are her husband Roger L. Wolkins of White Pigeon; sons, Roger R. Wolkins of White Pigeon, Paul (Penny) Wolkins of Sturgis and Robert Wolkins of White Pigeon; a sister, Mary Ellen (Ed) Linton of White Pigeon; brothers, Frank (Rose Mary) Conner of Union, Doug (Ann) Conner of Constantine; grandchildren, Justin, Kayla, Deven, Hunter, Adriana, Christian and Brandy; great-grandchildren, Mason, Grayson, Cayden and Kimber; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at the Mottville Bible Church at 10 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Michael Bender officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mottville Bible Church. On line messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Judy L. Hennessee

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 9:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Judy Lee Hennessee, 66, a McMinnville, Tenn., resident and native of Kendallville, Ind., was born July 4, 1943, and died Sept. 25, 2009, at her residence following a five-month illness. A homemaker and member of the First Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen Cramer Lock. She was married March 9, 1963, to Don Hennessee of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Don Jr. “D.J.” and Michelle Hennessee of McMinnville; two grandchildren, Denice Hennessee and Zachary Hennessee both of McMinnville; four step-children, Jo Lee McKinley of Bronson, Mich., Dianna Rhinesmith and Terry Andrews both of Howe, Ind., and David McBride of LaGrange, Ind.; 12 step-grandchildren and 12 step-great-grandchildren; a sister, Frances Hernandez of Topeka, Ind.; two brothers, William Lock of Granger, Ind. and Kenneth Lock of Grand Rapids, Mich., and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday at High Funeral Home in McMinnville,Tenn. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church in McMinnville, with Dr. James Porch officiating. Burial will follow in the Shellsford Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Autism Society of Middle Tennessee, McMinnville Gideon Camp and Meals On Wheels, all care of High’s, P.O. Box 352 McMinnville, TN 37111.


 


 

Justin R. Van Raalte, 16

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Justin R. Van Raalte, age 16, of West Olive passed away Friday, October 2, 2009 following an automobile accident.   Funeral services will be 11:00AM Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at Harlem Reformed Church 6854 144th Avenue in Holland.  Reverends John Nyitray and Kris Van Engen will be officiating.  Burial will be in Port Sheldon Township Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday 2-7PM at Harlem Reformed 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.


 


 

Kisti Lyn Heerens Beckwith

Kisti Lyn Heerens Beckwith Los Fresnos, TX Kisti Lyn Heerens Beckwith, formerly of Stockbridge, MI, was born December 22, 1944 and died September 30, 2009. She was one of the kindest, most gentle souls ever to walk among us. Her supple strength, her artist's eyes and heart, her broad intellect and quick wit made the world a more beautiful place. Thank you, Kisti, for spending some time with us. She is survived by her husband, Sidney A.; children, Lysne (Craig) Tait, Ben (Monica) Beckwith, and Nathan Beckwith; father, Robert E. Heerens; sisters, Jill (David) Windahl, Nancy (Ralph) Knudson, Robin Lysne, and Sara Heerens; niece, Laura Knudson; and numerous other nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. Services were held on Saturday, October 3, 2009 at the Unity Church in Brownsville. In lieu of flowers, donations to Maggie's House (www.cccacmh.org) or to Unity of Brownsville would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be left at mskisti.blogspot.com.


 


 

Kris Stanley Priest Jr.

God's little angel, Kris Stanley Priest Jr., was born on Friday, Sept. 18, 2009 and passed away on Friday, Sept. 18, 2009 at MidMichigan Medical Center"Midland.


 


 

Larry G. Hoxie

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Laura 'Irene' Knitt

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 2:23 AM 

MARION, Wis. -- Laura "Irene" Knitt, 77, 305 Siegert St., Marion, passed away suddenly Friday, Sept. 25, 2009, at her home. 


 


 

Lavern I. Sontag Died Oct. 2, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:17 AM 

Lavern I. Sontag, 74 years, of Stanwood, formerly of Monroe, died Friday at his home. Arrangements are pending at the Bacarella Funeral Home, Monroe. 


 


 

Lavern I. Sontag June 3, 1935-Oct. 2, 2009

Sunday, October 4, 2009 12:34 AM 

Lavern I. Sontag, 74, of Canadian Lakes, formerly of Monroe, died Friday at his home. He had been battling cancer since March. 


 


 

Lavern Ivan Sontag

Sunday, October 4, 2009 6:14 AM

Lavern Ivan Sontag, 74, of Canadian Lakes, passed away Friday, Oct. 2, at his home. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday Oct. 6, at the Bacarella Funeral Home in Monroe. 


 


 

Lila C. Connelly

Thursday, October 1, 2009 3:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lila C. Connelly, 84, of 0235 N 010 W, LaGrange, Ind., died Sept. 29, 2009 at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. She was born Aug. 4, 1925, in Werner, N.D., a daughter of Vigil and Esther (Gibson)Sheets.  On June 5, 1943, she married Arnold Connelly in LaGrange, Ind. He survives. Prior to moving to town in 1970, Lila had helped on the family farm and was a homemaker all of her life.  She enjoyed reading, decorating her home and spending time with her family. Surving are her husband, Arnold Connelly of LaGrange, Ind.; one son, Roger (Sherry) Connelly of Three Rivers, Mich.; five daughters, Sandy (Robert) Yoder of LaGrange, Diane (Fritz)Schlemmer of LaGrange, Susan (Mark)Dempsey of Wolcottville, Ind., Ann (Thomas)Pomeroy of Columbus, Mont., and Sherry (Robert) Ballard of Howe, Ind.; one brother, Duane Sheets of Grand Rapids; three sisters, Irene Niece of White Pigeon, Virginia (Donald)Peterson of California, and Judy Parsons of Shipshewana, Ind.; 12 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant brother and four grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call one hour prior to the memorial service Saturday at the Carney-Frost Funeral Home in LaGrange, where services are at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Carldean Merrifield officiating. On-Line Condolences may be sent to:  Carneyfrost@earthlink.net                       


 


 

Loraine Mary Czenkus

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Maria Gabrian *

60, of Lansing, formerly of Romania, died Aug. 16. There will be no services. Arrangements by Ingham County Medical Examiner's office. 


 


 

Marianne Boonstra-Elzinga, 71

Sunday, October 4, 2009 12:01 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marianne Boonstra-Elzinga, nee Wildschut, age 71, died peacefully on September 30th, 2009.   A celebration her life will take place in December at her long time church home, Hope Reformed in 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.


 


 

Marie Holck, 77

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:48 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marie Francis Holck, age 77, of Fennville, died Friday, Oct. 2, 2009 at the Hospice House in Holland, MI. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church Douglas, MI., with Fr. Tim Cuny, O.S.A. officiating, with burial in Fennville Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., at the Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville.   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.


 


 

Mark Alan Grodi March 22, 1960 and #8211; Sept. 27, 2009

Thursday, October 1, 2009 11:11 AM 

Mark Alan Grodi, 49 of Longwood, Fla. passed away on Sunday, September 27th. 


 


 

Mary Beth Newsome

Monday, September 28, 2009 2:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mary Beth Newsome, 45, of Santiago, Dominican Republic, and previously of Reading, died Friday, Sept. 18, 2009, in Twin Falls, Idaho in her sister’s home. Born Feb. 17, 1964, in Monroe, she was the daughter of Frederick B. and Mildred G (Hollingsworth) Newsome. She was a 1982 graduate of Jefferson High School in Monroe. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Cedarville University and her teaching certificate from Eastern Michigan University. She had completed post graduate work in the areas of technology and counseling. Mary was a teacher and a counselor for Santiago Christian School in Santiago, Dominican Republic since 2004. She was advisor for the NHS and MUN. Prior, she taught for Reading High School for 8 years, where she served as the Drama director. Mary was active in her Dominican church, Cien Fuegos, where she served as a Sunday School teacher. In the States, she was a member of the North Reading Baptist Church, where she worked with the drama program, Sunday school, and the youth group. Mary was also a leader at Crossroads Farm. Surviving are her brothers, Dave (Mary) Newsome of Trenton, Ga., Mark (Beth) Newsome of Ooltewah, Tenn. and Paul (Cindy) Newsome of Temperance; sisters, Becky (Bob) Baird of Twin Falls and Deb Newsome of The Gambia, West Africa. She was preceded in death by her parents. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Saturday at the Michael W. Pawlak Funeral Home, 1640 Smith Road, Temperance,  where funeral services will be 3 p.m. Sunday. Interment will follow at Whiteford Union Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Santiago Christian School.


 


 

Mary E. Reid

Wednesday, September 23, 2009 6:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mary E. (Betty) Reid, 93, Burt Lake, passed away Monday, Sept. 21, 2009 at the Northern Michi­gan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, 2009 at the Burt Lake Christian Church. Pastor Glen McIntyre will officiate. Inurnment will be at Ohioville Cemetery. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune.


 


 

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Mary Schout, 99

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Schout, 99, of Zeeland, died Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at First Reformed Church of Zeeland, 148 E. Central Ave.  Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery. 


 


 

Maxine Schneider

Monday, September 28, 2009 11:29 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Maxine Schneider, 84, of Fremont, Ind. died Friday, Sept. 25, 2009 in Angola, Ind.  She was born Dec. 31, 1924 in Ashland, Kent. to Morton and Marie (Townsend) Conway. She married Donald L. Schneider on April 3, 1944 and he preceded her in death on May 7, 1998. She worked for 25 years at the Brighton Mushroom Farm, in LaGrange County, Ind. Private graveside services were held at Jamestown Cemetery in Fremont, Ind. Burial also took place at Jamestown Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Michael B. Mayotte *

52, of Grand Ledge, architect and owner of Mayottegroup Architects, died Thursday. Services 1 p.m. Monday at South Church, Delta Township. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. 


 


 

Michael Carlson

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Michael Carlson, 50, passed away Sept. 30, 2009, at home. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Michael J. Larkins "Mike" *

57, of Charlotte, Coffing Data Warehousing master instructor, died Saturday. Memorial services Oct. 16 at Trinity Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

Mildred E. Parker

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mildred E. Parker, 74, of Rollin Township, Hudson, passed away Thursday Oct. 1, 2009, at the Provincial House of Adrian. She was born Dec. 22, 1934, in Putnam County, Ohio, to Paul E. and Barbara E. (Bendele) Sroufe. She married Richard E. Parker June 21, 1958 in Addison, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 18, 2003. Mildred was raised in Ohio and in North Adams and in her married years she lived in Clayton and then in Rollin Township for many years. She graduated from North Adams High School in 1954. She was formerly employed at Lee Stamping in Addison and then she was employed at Rima Manufacturing in Hudson for several years, retiring in 1995. She drove test cars at M.I.S. several years ago. She enjoyed sewing and crossword puzzles. Surviving are one daughter, Sherrie (Jody) Manes of Britton; two grandchildren, Kristy Swartwood and her fiancé Brandon Guinn of Adrian, Matthew Swartwood of Britton; two great-grandchildren, Nicholas McComb and Kole Guinn; three sisters, Betty Gauze of Michigan Center, Pat (Jerry) Robinson of Addison, Ethel Bates of Hudson; two brothers, Lawrence (Betty) Sroufe of Beaverton, Mich., Robert (Nancy) Sroufe of Cave Creek, Ariz.; several nephews, nieces and cousins, and her dog Smokey. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Jim, Melvin and Richard Sroufe and one sister, Doris Sroufe. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with the Rev. Doug Bilby officiating. Burial will take place in the Rollin Friends Cemetery, Rollin Township, Lenawee County, Mich.. The visitation will be from 2-7 p.m. on Sunday. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Milton A. Netter Jr. April 24, 1923-Sept. 30, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:18 AM 

Milton A. Netter Jr., 86 years, of Monroe, MI passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2009 in Mercy Memorial Hospital. 


 


 

Milton A. Netter Jr. April 24, 1923-Sept. 30, 2009 #1

Friday, October 2, 2009 11:29 AM 

Milton A. Netter Jr., 86 years, of Monroe, MI passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2009 in Mercy Memorial Hospital. 


 


 

Mowrer, Sharon M.

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O'Dell, Eva Belle (Averill)

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Ordell E. Jozwiak (Lagios)

Ordell E. (Lagios) Jozwiak Williamston Ordell Esther Jozwiak was born in Wacousta, Michigan on August 14, 1919 and died on September 30, 2009 at the age of 90. She was raised and lived in Lansing until 1947 and lived in Detroit for many years. She moved to Williamston in 2000. Ordell was the loving wife for 72 years of Daniel Jozwiak, who resides in Williamston. She was the devoted mother of Connie Lee (Brackett), of Williamston, Trudy (Sharpe) of Las Vegas, and David, of Birmingham, Michigan. She was loved by all who knew her. Her deep inner strength and zest for life helped her overcome illness until the very end. Ordell was preceded in death by her sister, Patricia Kimmel and her brothers, Burwin and Larry Lagios. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, October 5, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 157 High Street, Williamston. There will be no visitation. Memorial gifts, in lieu of flowers, may be sent to the Hospice of Lansing, 4052 Legacy Parkway, Suite 200, Lansing, MI 48911. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Williamston. www.gorslineruncimanfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Orville K. Schoonover

Orville K. Schoonover, age 57 of Beaverton passed away on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009 at MidMichigan Medical"Gladwin.


 


 

Other deaths

Sunday, October 4, 2009 7:10 AM 

Other deaths Loraine Czenkus, age 88, of Marysville, Rewalt Funeral Home, Richmond 


 


 

Otis Olin Collins

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Otis Olin Collins, age 57, died Sept. 28, 2009, at home. Burial has taken place at Jack Williams Cemetery, Oglethorpe, Ga., under the direction of Oglethorpe Funeral Home, Oglethorpe, Ga. Local arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

Patricia A. Gustafson

Monday, September 28, 2009 1:38 AM 

BESSEMER, Mich. -- Patricia A. Gustafson, 75, of 108 W. Colby St., Bessemer, passed away unexpectedly Saturday evening, Sept. 26, 2009, in Wakefield.


 


 

Patricia A. Piegols

Thursday, October 1, 2009 1:38 PM 

Patricia A. Piegols, 68, of Midland, died Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 30, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Patricia Ann Piegols

Friday, October 2, 2009 12:06 PM 

Patricia Ann Piegols passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center after 15 years with a disease that challenged her daily life, but never stopped her from being an exceptional person and an amazing mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.


 


 

Patsy J. Sindeldecker Oct. 28, 1933-Sept. 30, 2009

Friday, October 2, 2009 11:30 AM 

Patsy J. Sindeldecker, 75, of Ellenton, FL, formerly of Monroe, died Wednesday, September, 30, 2009 at Greenbriar Nursing Home, Bradenton, FL. 


 


 

Paul R. Smith

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Petri

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Phyllis M. Marconeri

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:56 AM

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Phyllis M. Marconeri, 87, of 102 South Moore St., Bessemer, died Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, in Ironwood.   She was born on March 3, 1922, in Bessemer, daughter of the late Joseph and Marguerite (Favero) Ochis. 


 


 

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Raymond Meckley

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Raymond E. Meckley, 82, of Fort Myers, Fla., passed peacefully with his wife, Louise at his side on Monday Sept. 14, 2009. He was born Feb. 24, 1927, and was the first-born child of Clifford E. and Ann Meckley of Colfax, Iowa. Ray proudly served his country during World War II as a gunner on an aircraft carrier in the Pacific. Raymond married Andrew and Florence Leutheuser’s youngest child, Louise in their hometown of Somerset, Mich. on Oct. 12, 1956. His love of farming combined with a business degree from Simpson College made it a natural fit for him to start Flavor Fruit Farm in Somerset Center. Over the years Raymond developed a flourishing apple business for the local community. From the Fall Apple Smorgasbords to his pictorial fruit displays at the Michigan State Fair, Ray earned winning ribbons and many compliments. After the December 1976 fire at Flavor Fruit Farm, Raymond rebuilt the business with the help of his wife Louise and their children. Coming to the orchard on the weekend meant hayrides, apples, roasted almonds, doughnuts and cider, along with apple butter, and hotdogs at the fire pit. You could always remember the thrill of being able to pick your own apple or cherries from a tree in the orchard. Raymond loved seeing all the people that came by to say Hi and share a moment with him. No matter what was discussed Raymond could joke and find a way to make his point like an arrow hitting the bulls-eye. As the seasons changed Raymond found new interests in life upon retiring from the daily business of running the orchard. He enjoyed fishing and watching boats pass by on the river outside his home in Fort Myers, Florida. He is survived by his loving wife Louise, children, Edward Meckley of Somerset; Phillip (Robin) Meckley of Fullerton, Calif.; Beth (Kevin) Wiesman of Somerset Center; John Meckley of Santa Barbara, Calif.; Steven (Kim) Meckley of Lake LeAnn; and Sarah (Brent) Brewster of N. Ft. Myers, Fla. Also surviving are his brothers and sisters, Margaret Owens of Fairbank, Iowa; Robert Meckley of Egan, Minn.; Joan Stiffler of Montezuma, Iowa; Gene Meckley of Colfax, Iowa and Susan Grove of Okeechobee, Fla. Raymond is also survived by his 17 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service in celebration of Raymond’s life and marriage of 53 years will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12 at the Flavor Fruit Farm, Somerset Center, with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to Hope Hospice, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers FL 33908.


 


 

Richard Kutsoginis

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Richard Kutsoginis, 57, passed away Sept. 30, 2009, at home. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Richard Mathew Lynch

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:58 AM 

MELLEN, Wis. -- Richard Mathew Lynch, 89, passed from this life peacefully on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009, with his loving wife at his side in Mellen. 


 


 

Richard Weeks, 63

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:56 PM - AAAAAAAA 

Richard Alan Weeks, 63, of Holland, went to be with his Lord Friday, October 2, 2009, at his home with his family at his side after a courageous battle with cancer.   A funeral service will be 1:00 PM, Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at Central Wesleyan Church Chapel, 446 W. 40th St. in Holland. Reverend Jeffery Gilbert will officiate. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., Monday, October 5, 2009  at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in 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.


 


 

Richard and #8220;Buck and #8221; Marsee Sept. 27, 2009

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 12:07 PM 

Richard "Buck" Marsee, 30, of Locust Grove, Va., beloved husband and son, went to meet his maker on Sunday, September 27, 2009.


 


 

Robert "Bob" E. Long

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 1:50 PM 

Robert "Bob" E. Long, 80, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. He was called from the home he shared with his wife, Earline Bowen-Long, by his Lord and Savior to his new home. 


 


 

Robert A. Stiles

Thursday, October 1, 2009 11:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert A. Stiles, 66, of Sturgis, passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, Oct. 1, 2009 at the Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. He was born Oct. 24, 1942 in Coldwater, a son to the late Guy and Edlah (Lincoln) Stiles. Bob had resided in Sturgis since 1972 coming from Coldwater. His early  life was spent in the Branch County area and he graduated from Quincy High School with the class of 1961. On Oct. 8, 1966, he married Karen Johns in Quincy. Bob was a journeyman meat cutter by trade and had been employed by Kroger in Sturgis from 1966 until his retirement in 2002. After his retirement, he went to work in the meat department of Felpaush in the Coldwater and Vicksburg stores from 2002-2007. He was a member of the Sturgis Wesleyan Church. Bob was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1961-1965 during the Viet Nam War. He was currently serving on the board of directors of the Sturgis Bowling Association. Bob had a true appreciation for the outdoors and nature and enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing golf and bowling and he loved the annual family vacations. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Karen, one son; Michael Stiles of Sturgis, two sisters; Esther (Walter) Olmsted of Sturgis and Marjorie Stiles of Charleston, S.C., one brother; Guy L. (Gene) Stiles and several nieces and nephews. His parents and one sister; Elizabeth Wise preceded him in death. The family will receive friends from 2-6 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-3284. Funeral services celebrating the life of Robert A. Stiles will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Sturgis  Wesleyan Church. The Rev. Steve Bean will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis where military honors will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Stiles' memory consider the Sturgis Wesleyan Church, 907 N. Nottawa St.,  Sturgis, MI 49091 or the Sturgis Young American Bowling Alliance (S.Y.A.B.A.) c/o: Chris and Sue Milligan, 203 S. Maple St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Robert D. Claussen

Sunday, October 4, 2009 6:14 AM 

Robert D. Claussen, 83, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Woodland Hospice House. 


 


 

Robert J. Bilger

Robert J Bilger Bob passed away peacefully on September 8, 2009, at home with his family at his side. Bob was born in Orlando Florida on June 9, 1948 to Robert and Doris Bilger. He grew up in Florida and joined the Marine Corps after graduating from High School. He served in Vietnam where he was a two time recipient of the Purple Heart. After his service time, he moved to East Lansing to attend Michigan State University and made it his home after meeting his wife. He retired from East Lansing Post Office after 30 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents and close friend Bob Boling. He is survived by his wife and soul mate of 32 years, Kim; daughter, Stacy (Curt) Bumbalough; sons, Steve and Barry; grandchildren, Donald, Erica and David Feldpausch, Ashley Monroe, Eric and Ian Bumbalough; a great grandson on the way; brothers, Michael and William (Cathy) Bilger; sisters, Diane Vitello and Margo Reed; brother-in-law, Bill (Bonnie) Toaz; close friend Bill Byam; and several nieces and nephews. He loved studying and reading about History and Politics and always enjoyed a healthy debate on either topic. He and Kim traveled extensively throughout their years together. He was a member of the Holt American Legion Post 238 and the Civil War Preservation Trust. A celebration of Bob's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, October 11, 2009 at the American Legion, Post #238 in Holt, MI. His family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at the Sparrow Cancer Center, who cared for him so lovingly, and to the Sparrow Hospice staff who made his end of journey so peaceful. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Disabled Veterans of America or a charity of choice in Bob's name. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. On line condolence can be made at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com "I've lived my life as I found it, and I've done my best to be good" -Robert Service


 


 

Robert L. Bobier

Robert L. Bobier Went to seek new fishing holes in the great River of Life on October 2, 2009. Robert was born February 1, 1920 to Leo and Eva Bobier in Charlotte, Michigan. He worked for Gambles Hardware for 45 years, and served in World War II, with the 813 Army Corps of Engineers. His favorite place to be was outside; enjoying gardening, hunting and fishing. Continuing to love and cherish him are his wife of 64 years, Theo Jane; children, Pam Bonter (Mark), Cris Bobier (Vinh Tran), and Eric Bobier (Tracy); 6 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6, at Pray Funeral Home with Dr. Donald Ferris officiating. Visitation will be Monday, October 5, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, plant your own and enjoy them. Memorial contributions may be made to Open Door Ministry. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com


 


 

Robert L. Bobier *

89, of Charlotte, retired Gambles Hardware employee, died Friday. Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

Robert L. Havel

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 2:56 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert L. 'Dick' Havel, 74, Onaway, died on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009 at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. Cremation arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.


 


 

Robert Vandervest Jr.

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Robert W. Cilley

Monday, September 28, 2009 2:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert W. Cilley, 42, of Manitou Beach, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor. He was born Nov. 17, 1966 in Adrian to George and Cheryl (Mickel) Cilley. He married Christine D. Kreps June 5, 1997 in Toledo, Ohio, and she survives. Robert lived in the Addison-Manitou Beach area all his life. He graduated from Addison High School in 1984. He was a veteran in the United States Navy from 1986-1988 aboard the U.S.S. Kalamazoo. He was formerly employed at Dow Automotive in Hillsdale and then employed at Honeytree Inc. in Onsted. He loved working on cars and was a collector of Spider-Man comic memorabilia. Surviving besides his wife Christine are one son, Scott G. Mock of Manitou Beach; two daughters, Caitlin Kreps of Morenci, Courtney Boobyer of Simi Valley, Calif.; four sisters, Christina (Ray) Marquis of Cement City, Cynthia (Victor) Fowler of Rollin, Debra (Brad) Collins of Adrian, Rebalee (Jamie) Daglow of Albion; eight nephews and nieces; and several great-nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Matthew A. SeGraves officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Roy H. Weaver

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 2:57 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Roy H. Weaver, 85, Indian River, passed away Friday, Sept. 25, 2009 at home. Visitation will be held today, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home in Cheboygan. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 1 p.m., also at the funeral home. Rev. Jeff Dinner will officiate. Burial will be at Koehler Township Cemetery with military honors. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Russell E. Janz, 91

Russell E. Janz, 91, of Boyne City, died Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family. 


 


 

Rusty A. Szelkowski

Sunday, October 4, 2009 7:10 AM 

Rusty A. Szelkowski Rusty A. Szelkowski, age 54, died October 1, 2009. Beloved husband of Kristin. Loving father of Crystal (Jeff) Crooks and Rusty (Jason) Foreman. Dear grandfather of Jeffrey, Shila, Trinity, and Payton. Beloved son of the late Patricia Meskas. Loving brother of Ronnie and the late Rodney. Visitation Monday from 2 to 9 p.m. with military honors at 7 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the Mandziuk & Son Funeral Home, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (northwest corner of Ryan). Funeral service Tuesday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Szelkowski family. View online guestbook at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Ruth Ann Bender

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:56 AM 

Ruth Ann Bender, 81, passed away Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, while surrounded by her family at Midland's Bickford Cottage.


 


 

Ruth Bender

Friday, October 2, 2009 12:06 PM 

Ruth Bender, 81, of Midland, died Thursday night, Oct. 1, 2009, at Bickford Cottage. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. 


 


 

Ruth Cooper Lyons

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:56 AM 

Ruth Cooper Lyons, 91, of Traverse City died Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2009 at The Grand Traverse Pavilions in Traverse City.


 


 

Sam Cusumano Oct. 3, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:52 PM 

Sam Cusumano, 77, of Monroe died Saturday afternoon at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Ann Arbor. 


 


 

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Sharon P. Hill

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 1:50 PM

Surround by her family, Sharon P. Hill, 60, of Lupton, faithful servant, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. 


 


 

Sharon Sue Newton

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 1:50 PM 

Sharon Sue Newton, 65, of Midland, died at the University of Michigan Medical Center on Friday, Sept. 25, 2009, after a sudden and brief battle with leukemia.


 


 

Shirley Johnson Surrell

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:55 AM 

SPOONER, Wis. -- Shirley Johnson Surrell, 84, of Spooner, died Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009, in Spooner.


 


 

Shirley M. Liedel Sept. 27, 1935-Oct. 2, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:17 AM 

Shirley M. Liedel, 74, of Monroe, died at 12:54 a.m. Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. She had been in poor health for one month. 


 


 

Shirley Mae Evans

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:41 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Shirley Evans, 77, Cheboygan, passed away early Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009 at her home. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are planed at this time. Read more HERE in Thursday's Tribune. 


 


 

Sidney L. Blizzard

Thursday, October 1, 2009 3:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sidney L. Blizzard, 51,  of LaGrange, Ind., died Sept. 28, 2009 at Parkview LaGrange Hospital.                  There will be no services at this time.  Cremation will take place. On-Line condolences may be sent to:  Carneyfrost@earthlink.net    


 


 

Stanley A. Baker *

92, of Grand Ledge, U.S. Army veteran and retired ADT Security employee, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at St. Michael Catholic Church, Grand Ledge. Arrangements by Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

Teri Dawn Pratt

Teri Dawn Pratt was able to express a happy, exciting, and rewarding life, before saying goodbye to friends and family. Teri departed peacefully Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. 


 


 

The Rev. H. LeRoy Peterson

Friday, October 2, 2009 2:31 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- The Reverend H. LeRoy Peterson, 84, of 100 W. Michigan Ave., Ironwood, retired local Lutheran minister, died Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, in Ironwood.


 


 

Thomas Gentner

Sunday, October 4, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thomas Gentner, 67, passed away Sept. 29, 2009, at William Beaumont Hospital, Troy. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Thomas L. Gleason "Tom" *

51, of Onondaga, formerly of Eaton Rapids, Dowding Industries (Eaton Rapids) die setter, died Sept. 29. Memorial services 2 p.m. Saturday at 3750 Crain Road, Onondaga. Arrangements by Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids.


 


 

Thomas Parker

Monday, September 28, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thomas “Tom” T. Parker, 66, of Quincy, died Friday, Sept. 25, 2009 at his home. He was born May 14, 1943, in Coldwater to Dale and Maxine (Blotter) Parker, they preceded him in death. He married Joyce (Pierson) Sept. 14, 1964 at Angola, Ind. she survives. Parker retired as a heavy equipment operator and repairman from Merritt Sand & Gravel, Angola, Ind.  He also worked for several other companies: Dan Blaskie Welding, Coldwater; Aggregates, Coldwater; Mike Klink Sand & Gravel, Angola, Ind; and Richard Klink Sand & Gravel, Angola, Ind. He also was an owner of the Parkers General Store, Coldwater from 1979 until 1984, and was self-employed with T Parker Excavating. He was a 1961 graduate of Coldwater High School. He was a member of the Angola Moose Lodge since 1974, and a member of the Coldwater Eagles Lodge since 1972. He enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and enjoyed mushroom hunting, camping and NASCAR. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Parker of Quincy; daughter, Kim (Marc) Scott of Quincy; son, Dennis  (Arlene) Parker of Quincy; eight grandchildren, Tyler Parker of Hillsdale, Derek and Stacie Parker of Quincy, Kelly and Zachery Brewster of West Virginia, Lacy and Bryan Antvelink of Grand Rapids, Greg Parker of Quincy, Erik and Casey Parker of Quincy, Devin Scott of Litchfield, Kirstin Scott of Quincy; six great-grandchildren, Trevyn Parker, Preston Parker, Ada Parker, Allison Parker, Wyat Brewster and Addalyn Antvelink; and two sisters, Mary (Harold) Jensen of Quincy, Betty Henderson of Montgomery. He was preceded in death by his son, Leonard Parker in 1984; sister, Gladys Greenamyer; and his parents. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28 at the Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Ind. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Ind. Burial will be in the California Cemetery, Branch County. Memorials are suggested to Community Health Center Hospice (CHC Hospice). Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Timothy G. Winick Aug. 4, 1939-Sept. 25, 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:17 AM 

In loving memory of Timothy G. Winick, 70, who passed away Sept. 25, 2009 after a five week fight for life. 


 


 

Timothy Winick

Timothy Winick, age 70, of Monroe, passed away on Friday, Sept. 25, 2009 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit with his family by his side. 


 


 

Tony Marazita

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 1:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Tony Marazita, age 79 of Sturgis, went to be with his savior Sunday evening Sept. 27, 2009, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident that occurred Sept. 11. He was born Nov. 1, 1929 in Niles, a son of the late Frank and Josephine (Tignanelli) Marazita. Tony had resided in Sturgis since 1954, coming from Niles, where he graduated from Niles High School with the class of 1948. On April 23, 1955, he married Delphine Zielinski at the St. Casmir’s Catholic Church in South Bend, Ind. Following his graduation from high school Tony worked for his father’s business the Michigan Fruit Company. He went on to work at the Bendix Corporation in South Bend before serving his country during WorldWar II in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. After receiving his honorable discharge from the U.S. Army he returned to the South Bend area and rejoined the Bendix Corporation. In 1954, he established and opened the Mara Sweet Shop in Sturgis. Tony was involved in sales for many years including travel trailer sales, which led to his love of travel. He was also the founder of the Marazita Candy Company. Tony will be fondly remembered by many patrons of the Mara Sweet Shop and his many years of community service such as the Easter Egg Hunt at Oak Lawn Terrace Park. He was a faithful member Holy Angels Catholic Church where for many years he served daily Mass. He was devoted to the Blessed Mother and St. Anthony. Tony was a member of the Knights of Columbus #2508 and a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus. He also held memberships in the National confectioners Association and Neuman-Wenzel Post #72 American Legion. He was one of the University of Notre Dames biggest fans. Tony enjoyed his “Tuesday Card Club” and joking with his buddy, John Marshall. One pride and joy for Tony was his grandchildren, with whom he spent many hours sharing stories of his life growing up. Most of all he will be remembered for his love and support of all things St. Jude. He will be missed not only by his family but by many community members of whose lives he had touched through the years. Even in the past two weeks, his only concern was his beloved Delphine and family. A tribute to her grandfather from granddaughter, Dominique Beach, “The Italian Stallion”: 9/11 will always hold a different meaning for my family and me. My hero almost died when a cement truck hit him. He was airlifted to Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, fighting for his life. He has two broken legs, four broken ribs, a broken neck at the C-2 vertebra, many cuts, contusions, a head laceration, and is bruised from his head to his toes. My hero is my 79 year old papa Tony Marazita. He grew up one of 11 children. He faced many tragedies in the first 20 years of his life. The first was the death of his 2-year-old sister Mary playing with matches in the closet. Then his 15-year-old brother Dominick died shortly after of diabetes. Despite all these heartaches his family remained loving, strong and religious. In his early 20s he enlisted in the army. His father an Italian immigrant loved the U.S. and told his sons that it was their duty to fight and protect the country that has given them so much. He fought and was wounded in the Korean War. It was a time in his life when he lost many friends. He still can’t watch a war movie without getting emotional. When he returned to the U.S. he had dreams to go to college and become a lawyer. His father had different ideas and being the loyal son he respected his father’s wishes. He moved to Sturgis in 1954 and opened a business called Mara Sweet Shop. It was a place where teens could gather; listen to music, dance and play pinball machines in a safe, friendly environment. People still tell him how they appreciated the memories of their days in the sweet shop. Being with my papa has allowed my brother, sister and me to learn his principles, wisdom, love of family, and his dedication to God. I’ll always cherish every morning of the school year, because he picked me up and took me to school. Before I got out of the car he’d say “who loves you the most?” I would say “God, Jesus, Mary, Holy Spirit, my mom and dad and nana and papa. This time together allowed me to see and appreciate how special he is. He was always with us through the good and the bad. If I was having a bad day he’d always be able to put a smile right back on my face and lift my spirits up. The wisdom we’ve all received by being with him, his thoughts on life and his stories have been an enjoyment. My papa would put others’ needs before his own, would do anything for the people he loves, and has touched more lives then he realizes. Papa said “Everyone is a blessing sent from God. Follow your dreams, and never give up on anyone or anything. Don’t let yourself down or others, but to just give it your best shot and go for it.” My blessing in life is my Italian Stallion or you could say my handsome stud muffin grandpa and I’m his bambino. (My papa died 9/27 at 8:02 pm. He fought a long hard battle and is now in peace. I Love you and Miss you Papa “forever and a day” always.) He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 55 years, Delphine; four daughters, Cathy (Rick) Beach of Sturgis, Tamie (Larry) Baccoli of Rodney, Dawn (Richard) Russell of Milan and Tina (Lon) Morency of Sturgis; seven grandchildren, Andrea Russell of Oscoda, Paul Beach of Lansing, Christopher Russell of Milan, Alexandra Beach of Albion, Chantalle Morency of Kalamazoo, Connor Morency of Sturgis and Dominique Beach of Sturgis, one sister, Virginia Marazita of Niles; two brothers, Phil (Ellie) Marazita of Lansing and Warren (Mary) Marazita of Niles; sisters-in-law Kathleen Marazita of Buchanan and Irene Marazita of Niles; and many nieces and nephews. Tony was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Mary; and six brothers, Joseph, Paul, Ernie, Dominick, John and Albert. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, where the rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.  The funeral Mass celebrating the life of Tony Marazita will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church.  The Rev. Father Richard Altine will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the Mass at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis, where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Army Honor Guard. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, Sturgis, is entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Marazita’s memory consider St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38015 or Holy Angels Catholic Church, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.


 


 

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Vance Lackey *

84, of Lake Odessa, retired General Motors employee, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa.


 


 

Verna E. Rogers

Monday, September 28, 2009 11:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Verna E. Rogers, 90, of Coldwater, formerly of Union City, passed away Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009 at the Laurels of Coldwater.   She was born June 6, 1919 in Elkhart, Ind. to George and Florence (Bartholomew) Grames. She married Leslie Rogers on May 28, 1936 in Auburn, Ind. He preceded her in death in 1984. Verna worked at Progressive Dynamics until retirement. She was a member of the foster grandparents program. She is survived by her children: Virginia King of Tekonsha, L. G. Rogers of Burlington, Judy Rogers of Riceville, Tenn., Bessie Krieg of Union City, eight grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister and a half brother. Graveside services will be Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009 at at 11 a.m. at the Windfall Cemetery in Tekonsha Township with Pastor Dan Wheeler officiating. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. The family was assisted by the Putnam's of Tekonsha. Arrangements are by Putnam's of Tekonsha, (517) 767-4114.  


 


 

Verna Jean Asher

Verna Jean Asher Loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, was promoted to glory on October 2, 2009 at the age of 81. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, October 6, 2009, at Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes, Perry Chapel. Pastor Thomas VanDyke will be officiating with burial to follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bath. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Mrs. Asher was born on December 6, 1927 in Lansing, MI the daughter of Allen and Mildred (Wilson) Havens. She married Glen Asher on July 12, 1947. He passed on December 19, 1994. Mrs. Asher enjoyed reading and listening to music. She loved her family and made everyone feel welcome. She is survived by 3 children: Linda Friend of Sanford, Kate (Tracy) Anderson of Okemos, Mike (Christine) Asher of Perry; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters: Fran Thurlby of Bath, Mary (Les) Sage of East Lansing; brother Phil (Carol) Havens of Drummond Island; special family friends: Vicki Rowley and Andy Jorae; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Asher was preceded in death by her husband, Glen; son, Pete; son-in-law, Roger; 2 brothers: Dave and Al. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society in care of For Havens Sake. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.watkinsfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Vickie Ann Henry *

58, of Delta Township, retired GM employee, died Friday. Graveside services 11 a.m. Thursday at Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Arrangements by Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

Virginia G. Roberts

Tuesday, September 22, 2009 6:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Virginia G. Roberts, 84, Barrington, N.J., passed away Sept. 19, 2009. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, Sept. 22, at St. Francis de Sales Church, 199 Willmont Ave. in Barrington, with private interment to follow. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Wanda L. Fedell Sept. 23, 2009

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 12:39 PM 

Wanda L. Fedell, 91, of Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Petersburg, died Wednesday. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee.


 


 

Warren N. De Jonge, 79

Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:45 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Warren N. De Jonge, 79, of Holland, died Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. 


 


 

William A. Schreck

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William Chapman

William Lloyd Chapman, 80, of Manistee, died Tuesday, Sept. 29. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

William J. Bontrager

Saturday, October 3, 2009 2:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William J. Bontrager, 88, of Centreville, Mich., passed away early Friday morning Oct. 2, 2009, at his home. He was born June 12, 1921, in Dodge City, Kansas a son of the late John M. and Elizabeth (Mullett) Bontrager. On March 1, 1942, he married Lydia Mae Yoder she survives along with 11 children, Alvin (Susie) Bontrager of Burr Oak, Elizabeth (Eli) Chupp of Nappanee, Ind., Alma Bontrager of Centreville, Levi (Mary Esther) Bontrager of Centreville, Lydia (Amos) Miller of Sturgis, Wilma (Wayne) Miller of Colon, Joseph (Fannie) Bontrager of Burr Oak, Clara Bontrager of Centreville, Dena Bontrager of Centreville, William (Katie Ellen) Bontrager of Wolcottville, Ind., and Sylvia (Mervin) Eash of Burr Oak; 67 grandchildren; 138 great-grandchildren; six brothers, Henry, John, Ezra, Martin, Enos and Neal; and one sister, Fannie Yoder. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, one sister, one daughter-in-law and three grandchildren. The family will receive friends all day Saturday and Sunday at the family home located at 60364 Lepley Road, Centreville. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Elmer Miller residence located at 24467 Truckenmiller Rd., Centreville, MI. Burial will take place at the Old Order Amish Cemetery in Centreville. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel of Sturgis is assisting with the arrangements.  


 


 

Yvonne J. McDonald

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Zora Vannett

• Zora Vannett, 89, of Ludington, died Oct. 1. Stephens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....

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