Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 12/08/09


 

Alan Michael Brady

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Alan Michael Brady Alan Michael Brady, age 17, passed away suddenly on December 6, 2009. Beloved son of Earl and Linda Brady. Loving brother of Joshua R., Brandi N., Chloe R., and the late Joseph E. Brady. Loving grandson of Earl D. and Margie M. Brady and the late Raymond and Rosemarie Lago. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services Thursday 11 a.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 Mile). Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com.


 


 

Alma Marie Knaub

Alma Marie Knaub, 95, of Gladwin, passed away after a long illness on Friday, Nov. 27, 2009. 


 


 

Andrew Wayne Smith *

No Description Available! 


 


 

Angelo Paul Bertolini

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Angelo Paul Bertolini Angelo Paul Bertolini, age 84, died on December 5, 2009. He was a Purple Heart Veteran of World War II. Loving father of John (Jackie) Bertolini, Susie (Shuie) (John Fox) Bertolini-Fox and Daniel (Beverly) Bertolini. Dearest grandpa to seven. Great-grandpa to five. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 1-9 p.m. with a 5 p.m. funeral service that evening at Lee-Ellena Funeral Home, 46530 Romeo Plank (south of 21 Mile), Macomb. Military honors will take place following the funeral service at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will take place Thursday at Gros Cap Cemetery, Moran Township, Michigan.


 


 

Area death notices

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 10:45 AM 

Paul Peter Pidcock, 77, of Bay City, passed away Dec. 6, 2009. Penzien - Steele Funeral Home. 


 


 


 

Arlyne Kay Becker

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Arlyne Kay Becker, age 69 of Britton died Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at home. She was born May 16, 1940, in Tecumseh, the daughter of Frank C. and Carrenna (Smith) Becker Arlyne was employed as Township Clerk in Ridgeway Township for more than 40 years. She was a teller at United Bank and Trust until 2001. She loved to cook, sew, and being with family. Arlyne is survived by one daughter, Kym (Jeffrey) Geigler of Britton, and two grandchildren, Kyle and Kory Geigler. She was preceded in death by her parents. At her request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes, with the Rev. David Welcome of Britton Congregational Church officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Arthur D. Chant "Art" *

No Description Available! 


 


 

Avis Joan Matthews

Monday, November 30, 2009 1:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Avis Joan Matthews 78, of Camden, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009, at Country Living, Hillsdale.  She was born Sept. 20, 1931, in Hillsdale County, to Orian and Orpha (Ford) Gary Sr., and graduated from Camden High School in 1949.  Joan was a longtime employee at the Camden Post Office, first as clerk and then as postmistress until her retirement in 1991. She was an active and former member of the Mt. Union Christian Union Church where she also taught Sunday school. She was a volunteer at the Camden Library and Senior Center and served as the Camden Village clerk for many years. She is survived by: two daughters, Janice (Tom) Seely,Osseo and Janet (Ron) Reynolds, Camden; one son, Marvin (Julie) Matthews, Bryan, Ohio; two sisters, Joyce Carey,Metz, Ind. and Donna (Ken) Nugent, Muscatine, Iowa; one brother, Orian Lavern (Joyce) Gary, Jr.  Angola, Ind.; eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister. Funeral services will be 11a.m. Tuesday at the New Hope United Brethren Church in Camden with Pastor Ned Wyse officiating. Interment will follow in Camden Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled Monday from 6-8 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. Memorials are suggested to the charity of donor’s choice. 


 


 

B. Dianne Bradstreet

Monday, November 30, 2009 1:22 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

B. Dianne Bradstreet, 63 of St. Joseph, formerly of Addison, passed away on Monday Nov. 16, 2009 at her home. She was born on March 24, 1946 in Addison, to George F. Bradstreet and R. Carolyn (Kuney) Townsend. Dianne was raised in Addison, before moving to Wyoming and then Pennsylvania.  She then moved to Brownstown, Mich., for 10 years, and then spent the past 12 years in St. Joseph.  She graduated from Addison High School in 1964 and then attended Michigan State University for 3 years.  She was employed at B. Dalton Book Sellers, where she worked her way up to a store manager in her 35 years.  She was an avid book reader, enjoyed arts and crafts, country music and traveling. Surviving are one sister, Carol J. (William) Inhulsen of Brownstown; two half-brothers, Richard (Kathy) Bradstreet of Addison, Robert (Mindy) Bradstreet of Addison; one niece, Barb (Ken) Michelini, of West Bloomfield; one great-niece, Allison; one great-nephew, Logan; her step-mother Phyllis Bradstreet of Addison; several half-nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces.  She was preceded in death by her parents, half-brother, half-sister and step-father. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23 at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Richard Bradstreet officiating.  Burial will take place in Church’s Corners Cemetery, Wheatland Township, Hillsdale County.  Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday. Memorial contributions are suggested to Make a Wish Foundation (800-622-WISH) or to Susan G. Komen for the Cure (877-465-6636). View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com


 


 

BENJAMIN R. BACKUS

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

BACKUS, BENJAMIN R.; of Glendale, Arizona, formerly of Waterford; December 6, 2009; age 89. 


 


 

BERNARD E. KING

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

KING, BERNARD E.; age 85; of Pontiac; December 5, 2009. 


 


 

Barbara M. Kelley, 69

Friday, December 4, 2009 11:00 AM 

Barbara M. Kelley, 69, Boyne City, passed away into the Lord's arms surrounded by family on Dec. 2, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital.


 


 

Basley Long Dec. 6, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:04 AM 

Basley Long, 83, of London Township died Sunday. Visitation will be today and Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan, where additional services are pending. 


 


 

Bay, Saginaw County death notices

Monday, December 7, 2009 10:51 AM 

Paula G. Facundo, of Essexville, died Dec. 5, 2009, W. A. Trahan Funeral Chapel. 


 


 

Bay, Saginaw county death notices

Friday, December 4, 2009 12:39 PM 

Francis "Frank" William Gilbert Sr., 75, of Bay City, died, Nov. 30, 2009, Penzien Steele Funeral Home 


 


 

Bessie Sheaffer, 84

Sunday, December 6, 2009 4:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Bessie Sheaffer, age 84, of Holland, died Saturday, December 5, 2009 at Lakeside Vista in Holland. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St. Officiating will be the Rev. Paul Davis. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation is scheduled from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Betty J. (Harker) Gouthier

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 10:06 AM 

Mrs. Betty J. (Harker) Gouthier, 82, died Dec. 5, 2009, at her home in Vanderbilt, with her daughters at her side following a 17-month battle with lung cancer. 


 


 

Betty Trumble Boyd, 89

Thursday, December 3, 2009 8:50 AM 

Betty Trumble Boyd, 89, born on Aug. 25, 1920, and a long-time resident of Wequetonsing and Harbor Springs, died Dec. 1, 2009, in her own home surrounded by her family and her devoted caretakers.


 


 

Bettye J. ONeil

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Beverly J. Conley

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:25 AM 

WAUSAU, Wis. -- Beverly J. Conley, 70, of 5608N E. Echo Lake Road, Mercer, died Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, at Comfort Care and Hospice Service, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, in Wausau, following her courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease.


 


 

Brett Michael Hunt Nov. 17, 2009

Saturday, December 5, 2009 11:34 PM 

Brett Michael Hunt , 49, of Luzerne, Mich., formerly of Rockwood, died Nov. 17 at home. 


 


 

Brice E. Hewitt

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Bruce Bartlett

Bruce Bartlett, 76, of Ludington, died Sunday, Dec. 6. Oak Grove Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Bruce H. Patton

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Bruce H. Patton, 61, of Coldwater, passed away Friday, Dec. 4, 2009 in Coldwater.   He was born Aug. 19, 1948 in Marshall to Melvin and Dorothy (Kidney) Patton. Bruce was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War and Desert Storm and finished his military career with the National Guard. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed camping and mushroom hunting up north. He is survived by daughters Teresa (David) Lewis of Coldwater and Jennifer (Matt) Smith of Coldwater, son Troy Patton of Coldwater, mother Dorothy Patton of Coldwater, four grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and one step great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his father, two brothers and a sister. Memorial services with military honors will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Visitation is scheduled Friday from 11 a.m. until time of service. Memorials are suggested to the family.    


 


 

Catherine A. 'Katie' Vaculik

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Catherine A. “Katie” Vaculik, age 100, of Metamora, Ohio, entered into eternal life, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Sept. 2, 1909, to John and Anna (Slovak) Hornacek. Katie loved the hillside and mountains where she was born in Velka, Czechslovakia. She came to America in 1923 at age 13. Later on, she began working for a local attorney and his family cooking, cleaning, and babysitting. In April of 1928, she married Czech immigrant Joseph Vaculik and moved to Ohio, Michigan, and finally, rural Metamora, where she was a homemaker, helping her husband work on the farm and raising her family. Katie enjoyed cooking and baking for family, as well as friends. At Eastertime, she baked and sold “Bunny” cakes and baked Czech goodies for priests and nuns at St. Mary’s Parish in Assumption, Ohio. After her husband died in 1973, she eventually moved to Metamora, Ohio, and kept busy making Czech outfits for dolls and making beaded baskets with friends. She enjoyed the friendship of the Czech Polka Club with their dances and cooking. Katie loved watching the sunsets, looking at flowers, polka dances, traveling, taking casino trips, and talking and laughing with her loving family and friends. The many trips to North Carolina and Texas were among her favorite. She will be remembered for many things including her infectious smile, her helping hands, and the care and compassion demonstrated in so many ways, including being a caregiver for the sick. Katie was a lifemember of Holy Trinity Catholic Parish, Ladies Auxiliary, and the Czech Dancers Polka Club. She is survived by her children, Frank (Barb) Vaculik, of Metamora, Ohio; Ed Vaculik of Toledo, Ohio; John Vaculik of Swanton, Ohio; Vivian Meleski of Chappell Hill, Texas; Helen (Larry) Hesterman of Ridgeville Corners, Ohio; Lydia (Ken) Robertson of Jasper, Mich.; and Judy (Dave) Frey of Miamisburg, Ohio; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Ann Hmiel of Cranberry Township, Pa.; special friends, Irene Warniment, Nancy Weigel, Brad Iffland, Eva Rosebrock; and caregivers, Sally Simon, Gail Gormley, Betty Kovar and Tammy Peters. Besides her husband Joe, Katie was preceded in death by her son, Joe; daughter, Bessie; daughters-in-law, Kathy and Donna; son-in-law, Florian; grandsons, Phil and Greg; and four great-great- grandchildren. Friends and family may visit Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Weigel Funeral Home in Metamora, where a Scripture service will be held at 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Resurrection will be held Thursday, Dec. 10, at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church at Assumption, where visitation will be one hour prior to the Mass. Fr. Ron Schock will officiate. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Metamora Fire and Rescue, Ridgeville Corners Fire and Rescue, Holy Trinity School, Hands of Grace, or Fairfield Fire Dept. in Weston, Mich. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.weigelfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Catherine E. Fornwald

Monday, December 7, 2009 7:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Catherine Fornwald, 85, of Benton Township died Saturday evening December 5, 2009 at her home. She was born in Plymouth, MI, the daughter of Frank and Marie (Neuman) Miskerik on November 9, 1924. She attended school in Plymouth and Visitation will be held at the Nordman Funeral Home on Wednesday December. 9, 2009 from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 PM with a wake service at 7:00 PM. The funeral mass will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM at St. Mary’s - St Charles Catholic Church, Fr. Paul Megge will celebrate the mass. Burial will take place at Mt. Calvary cemetery in the spring. Read more HERE in Tuesday’s Tribune.


 


 

Charles F. Ortt, Jr.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Charles Hammer

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:23 AM 

Charles Hammer, age 89 of Newport, passed away at his home on Friday afternoon. Arrangements have been entrusted to Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe.


 


 

Charles Herbert Hammer Nov. 6, 1920 -Dec. 4, 2009

Saturday, December 5, 2009 11:34 PM 

Charles H. Hammer, age 89 of Newport, Michigan passed away at his home on Friday, December 4, 2009. The family had been under the care of Mercy Memorial Hospice for the past three weeks.


 


 

Charles Hueber Whipple

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Charles Richard Parr

Thursday, December 3, 2009 6:38 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Charles Thornton, 70

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 8:15 AM 

Charles Thornton, 70, of Petoskey, passed away Dec. 6, 2009, at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. 


 


 

Charles and #147;Charlie and #148; Frederick Jr. May 5, 1937-Dec. 7, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:04 AM 

Charles and #147;Charlie and #148; Frederick Jr., age 72 years, of Lambertville, MI, died Monday, December 7, 2009 in his home.


 


 

Charles 'Charlie' Grabe

Thursday, December 3, 2009 5:45 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Charles “Charlie” Grabe, age 73, of Sturgis, passed away early Wednesday morning Dec. 2, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born March 23, 1936, in Sturgis, a son to the late Edward and Lila (Roth) Grabe. Charlie was a lifelong Sturgis resident and lived his entire life on the family farm. On Oct. 26, 1974, he married Susan Wooten at the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene. Charlie entire working life was involved in farming and he owned and operated with his family Grabe’s Grain Farm Harvester Hollow. He attended the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene and was a strong supporter and contributor to the St. Joseph County 4-H program. Charlie loved his International Harvester tractors. He enjoyed camping, attending tractor and farm shows and collecting miniature International tractors and International memorabilia. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 35 years, Susan; three daughters, Linda (Kevin) Kelley of Sturgis, Kris (Steve) Zimmerman of Sturgis and Brenda (Jimmie) Schmucker of Middlebury, Ind.; three sons, Mike Grabe, Dale Grabe and Jack Grabe, all of Sturgis; 13 grandchildren, Craig, Nathan, Zach, Ashley, Briann, Nick, Alexis, Cole, Anna, Case, Collin, Brock and Toni; two brothers, Dave (Jeanne) Grabe of Battle Creek and Bob (Wanda) Grabe of Alamo, Tenn.; in-laws, Clarence and Eva Wooten and Betty Johnsonbaugh of Sturgis; and brother-in-law, Wally (Suzanne) Wooten of Sturgis and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Friday at the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene, 70031 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Charles “Charlie” Grabe will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the church. The Rev. John Shoup will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel of Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Grabe’s memory consider the Muscular Dystrophy Association, P.O. Box 78960, Phoenix, AZ 85062-8960 or the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene, 70031 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091 or the St. Joseph County Extension 4-H Program, 612 E. Main St., Centreville, MI 49032. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com,  where personal messages of support may be left for the family.


 


 

Christine L. Purlee

Monday, December 7, 2009 2:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Christine L. Purlee, 44, of Howe, Ind., was surrounded by her family early Saturday morning, Dec. 5, 2009, at her home when she was called home to be with her Lord and savior following a hard fought battle with cancer. She was born June 25, 1965, in Coldwater, Mich., a daughter to Roger and Genevieve (Brouillard) Smoker. Chris had resided in Howe since 1984 coming from Sturgis, Mich., where she graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1983. On July 21, 1984, she married Gregory A. Purlee at the First Baptist Church in Sturgis. Chris had been employed as an executive secretary at the Kirsch Company in Sturgis until the birth of her son at which time she became a stay at home mom and home schooled her three children. She also did medical transcribing from her home for several years. She was a very active member of the LaGrange First Church of God in Lagrange, Ind., and truly valued and loved her church family. Chris was always looking for ways to give of herself to others and had become active in Forgotten Children Ministries. Through this mission outreach she had taken several trips to Honduras ministering to street children and orphans. She enjoyed going on walks, watching birds, making rugs and quilting. For many years she made sunshine baskets that were anonymously given to people suffering from illness or cancer. Chris was always active and involved but what she cherished most was time with her family. She is survived by her loving and dedicated husband of 25 years, Greg; one son, Aaron Purlee at home; two daughters,, Jenna Purlee and Robin Purlee, both at home; mother, Genevieve Smoker and her special friend, Joy Kent of Winter Haven, Fla.; father and step-mother, Roger (Darlene) Smoker of Bronson, Mich.; one sister, Shelly (Dennis) Case of Bronson, Mich.; one brother, Scott Smoker of Bronson, Mich.; one step-sister, Vicki (Reid) Greene of Bronson, Mich.; one step-brother, Ron (Cheryl) Post of Georgia; father and mother-in-law, Kenneth and JoAnne Purlee of Burr Oak, Mich.; sister-in-law, Ann (Tom) Darrington of Burr Oak and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and one step-sister, Deb Preder. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Christine Purlee will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at the LaGrange First Church of God, 777 N. Detroit St., LaGrange, Ind., 46761. The Rev. Brian VanOsdol will officiate. Private burial of the ashes will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Howe, Ind., at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-2331 is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Chris’s memory consider the Forgotten Children Ministries, P.O. Box 24085, Chattanooga, Tenn., 37422-4085. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Christine Terrafirma

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Clarence C. VanHeck

Thursday, December 3, 2009 6:38 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Clarence J. and #147;Jeff and #148; Trouten Nov. 6, 2009

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:30 AM 

Clarence J. and #147;Jeff and #148; Trouten, 47, of Weiser, Idaho, formerly of Monroe and Toledo, died Nov. 6, 2009. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe.


 


 

Clarence J. and #147;Jeff and #148; Trouten Oct. 25, 1962-Nov. 6, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:05 AM 

Clarence J. and #147;Jeff and #148; Trouten, age 47, passed away after a lengthy illness on Friday, November 6, 2009 at his homo in Weiser, Idaho. Jeff had formerly been a resident of Monroe, Michigan and Toledo, Ohio.


 


 

Clayton R. Wrathell

Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Craig C. Colston *

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DALE S. McNAMARA

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

McNAMARA, DALE S; age 88; of Sterling Heights; passed away December 7, 2009; at home; born July 13, 1921 in Drayton Plains, MI. 


 


 

DR. ANDREWS

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

DR. ANDREWS, EDWIN S., III; age 81; of West Bloomfield; passed away peacefully on December 4, 2009, surrounded by his loving family at home. 


 


 

Dale L. Jagger

Monday, November 30, 2009 1:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dale L. Jagger, of Camden, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at his home. He was born June 26, 1938, in Camden, the son of Harold and Dorothy (Nevins) Jagger. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis J. (Wortman) Jagger whom he married June 28, 1979; four children, Anson (Meredith) Jagger of Camden, April (Jim) Collins of Warner Robins, Ga., Dennis (Connie) Tonkel of Osseo and Cindy Wyatt of Camden; two daughters-in-law, Sandie Jagger of Camden and Peggy Jagger of Rossville, Ga.; 22 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one brother, Dr. Donald Jagger of San Diego, Calif.; three sisters, Phyllis Sharpsteen of Sebewaing, Mich., Ardice Casarda of Hillsdale and Sharon Hukill of San Diego, Calif.; one sister-in-law, Marguerite Jagger of Camden and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, First Sgt. Aaron Jagger and Quinn Jagger; one daughter, Wanda McMichael; one granddaughter, Stephanie Jagger; one brother, Leonard Jagger and one sister, Maxine VanWormer. Mr. Jagger was a life long resident of Camden where he enjoyed working as a farmer all his life. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and he was a member of New Hope United Brethren Church in Camden. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Dale L. Jagger will be held at New Hope United Brethren Church in Camden 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23 with the Rev. Don Gentry officiating. Interment will take place in Burg Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale and on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church in Camden. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to New Hope United Brethren Church.


 


 

Dale S McNamara

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Dale S McNamara Dale S McNamara, age 88, of Sterling Heights, Mich., died December 7, 2009 at his residence. He was born July 13, 1921 in Drayton Plains, Mich. Mr. McNamara was a member of American Legion Post 326. He worked for the U.S. Military for 21 years, following retirement he was a barber for 20 years, a member of L'Anse Creuse Radio Club; Veteran of U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his wife Arlene J. (Cornell) McNamara; children Kathi (Kirk) Maas of Bruce Township, Steve (Sue) McNamara; grandchildren, Doug (Kelly) Maas, Michelle (Andrew) West, Lindsay McNamara, Timothy McNamara, Samantha Socia; great-grandchildren, Kaylie McNamara, Jacob West, Madison Davis. He was preceded in death by his siblings Tim McNamara and Mae Callen. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Wednesday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road, Utica. Services Thursday at funeral home. Pastor Rick Kress will officiate. Burial is at Lakeside Cemetery, Holly, Mich. Memorials to Troy Beaumont Hospice. Online information at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

Dale W. Hoffschneider

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:18 AM 

FORT WAYNE, Ind. -- The Rev. Dale W. Hoffschneider, 76, of Fort Wayne, a retired Lutheran pastor, was called to glory on Dec. 2, 2009, following a lengthy illness in Fort Wayne.


 


 

Daniel J. Elmer

Monday, November 30, 2009 6:35 AM 

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David L. Feller

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

David L. Feller David L. Feller of Clinton Township, passed away on December 4, 2009. Beloved son of the late Gladys Marlow. Survived by many loving friends. Private services will be held at the R.G. & G. R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Road, Livonia.


 


 

David S. Proctor

Friday, December 4, 2009 6:38 AM 

No Description Available!


 


 

Delores E. Deller

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Delores E. Deller, 59 of Coldwater, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at her home. A memorial service will be held on Friday, Dec. 11, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. A gathering of friends and family will be held prior to the service from noon to 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Pastor Joel Nephew of the Rayborn Memorial Seventh Day Adventist in Coldwater will officiate. Interment of ashes will be at Metz Cemetery in Angola, Ind. at a later date. Delores was born Sept. 20, 1950 in Allegan to Clifton and Kathryn (Birch) Cram. Delores graduated from Coldwater High School in 1969 and went on to Hillsdale College where she received her nursing degree. She married Donald D. Deller in 1974 in Angola, Ind. He preceded her in death on Jan. 9, 1993. They lived in Angola, where she assisted him on the family farm. They wintered in Arcadia, Fla. for 20 years until her husband’s death in 1993. She had worked at Carlen Park Nursing Home in Angola as well as a nursing home in Arcadia, Fla. Delores later retired from Lakeland Nursing Center in Angola. She was a member of the Rayborn Memorial Seventh Day Adventist Church in Coldwater and the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Port Charlotte, Fla. for nearly 20 years. Delores enjoyed soap making, sewing and knitting. She also enjoyed her Collie dogs and participated in professional dog shows. Delores was a very strong willed, but generous person with a heart of gold who made everyone feel welcome. In addition to her husband, Delores was preceded in death by her father, Clifton Cram and a niece, Lori Reed. She is survived by her mother, Kathryn Cram of Mariettam Ga., son Monte Don Deller of Angola, Ind., daughter Heather (William) Somerlott of Georgia, brothers Dale (Janice) Cram and Lawrence (Alice) Birch, both of Coldwater, sister Bonnie Cram, also of Coldwater, grandchildren Celeste and Constance Price-Somerlott and several nieces and nephews Memorials may be directed to the family. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook.  


 


 

Diane Lynn Gilbert

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Donald E. Rowden Dec. 4, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:05 AM 

Donald E. Rowden, age 50, of Carleton, died December 4, 2009. 


 


 

Donald R. Aune

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 8:57 AM 

Donald R. Aune, age 83, of Oscoda, MI died on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009 at Otsego Memorial Hospital in Gaylord. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 20, 1926.


 


 

Doris R. Silvers

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Dorothy Marie Hansen

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Dorothy Sroka

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 6:38 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Douglas "Doug" Dougherty

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Douglas Warren Sprague

Monday, November 30, 2009 1:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Douglas Warren Sprague, 80, of Adrian, formerly of Hudson went home to his Lord and Savior, Wednesday evening, Nov. 18, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 31, 1929, in Wright Township to Carroll and Myrna (Harris) Sprague. He graduated from Hudson High School in 1947. He served in the U.S. Air Force in Japan and Korea from 1952 to 1956. On March 16, 1957, he married Shirley Watson in Tecumseh and she survives. Doug had been employed by Tecumseh Products Company, Consumers Power and retired from the Adrian Public School System, where he had been employed for 16 years. Doug farmed and cared for the family farms south of Hudson most of his life. He and his wife, Shirley, owned and operated the Baker Hill Bed and Breakfast in Hudson. He enjoyed flying and had a commercial pilot’s license. Doug was a member of the Raisin Valley Friends Church where he was a trustee. He served as a member of the North Adrian Grange as well as a 4-H leader. His greatest blessing was his grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved, adored and prayed for every day. In addition to his wife, Shirley, he is survived by a son, John (Tonia) Sprague of Cement City; three daughters, Jackie (Wesley) Wickham of Osseo, Michelle (Rick) Brownell of Sturgis, and Heidi (Scott) Cagle of Adrian; siblings, Donald Sprague of Toledo, Shirley Mitchinson of Grand Blanc, Alfred Sprague of Rochester Hills, Shelia (Gordon) Mitchinson of Turnbridge, Vt., Brenda (Eldon) Cattell of Clayton, and Sonja (Tom) Quinn of Dansville; 17 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with Pastor Brian Beck officiating. Burial will be in Lime Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. today at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will also be held from noon until the time of service Saturday at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.  You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Raisin Valley Friends Church, the Lenawee County Department on Aging or to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Duncan E. Ferguson

Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Earl R. Williams

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Edward L. Distelrath

Thursday, December 3, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Eileen Pluger, 90

Sunday, December 6, 2009 4:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Eileen Pluger, age 90 of Hudsonville went to be with her Lord Sunday, December 6, 2009. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at Borculo Christian Reformed Church with the Reverends William Renkema and Harlan Vanden Einde officiating.  Visiting hours will be 5-8 pm Tuesday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Borculo Cemetery.    Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Elaine Elizabeth Hartwig

Monday, December 7, 2009 10:51 AM 

Elaine Elizabeth Hartwig, 84, of Midland, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at MidMichgan Medical Center. 


 


 

Eldon S. "Bing" Pringle, JR.

Thursday, December 3, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Eleanor R. Vallier *

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Elizabeth 'Libby' E. Moore

Thursday, December 3, 2009 12:04 PM 

Elizabeth 'Libby' E. Moore, 86, of Midland, died Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 1, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center.


 


 

Ella May Peters *

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Ellis S. Martin

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Eras Manis

Monday, December 7, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Erma E. Worden

Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Floyd A. Fleming

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Frances L. Fritz

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Francis 'Frank' Joseph Whitman, 91

Monday, November 30, 2009 12:00 PM 

Francis "Frank" Joseph Whitman, 91, of L'Anse, died peacefully Friday afternoon, Nov. 27, 2009 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital with his family by his side.


 


 

Frederick A. Bieth

Monday, November 30, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Frederick T. Grainger Dec. 5, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:07 AM 

Frederick T. Grainger, 81, of Carleton died Saturday in Arizona. Arrangements by Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Carleton. 


 


 

Fredrick R. Yax Sr.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

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G. Ervin Lamb, 83

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 10:55 AM 

G. Ervin Lamb, 83, of Boyne City, died unexpectedly Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

G.L. Waters *

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Gail N. Frick

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 12:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gail N. Frick, 62, of Butler Township, passed away Monday, Nov. 30, 2009, at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She was born Oct. 21, 1947, in Ferndale to Roy F. and Juanita H (Ledlie) Wellein and graduated from Pittsford High School in 1965. She was a secretary for Frick’s Auto Repair & Towing in Butler. Gail was an avid Bingo player, enjoyed casinos and spending time with her grandchildren.  On Nov. 16, 1968, she married David Frick and he survives. Also surviving are son, Pete (Billie Jo) Frick of Quincy; sister, Brenda Wellein of Albion; mother, Juanita Wellein of Jonesville; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father and brother Richard. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home in Litchfield with the Rev. Clyde Wonders and Matthew Jensen officiating. Interment will follow in Whig Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled 4-8 p.m. Thursday. Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association or Hospice of Branch County.


 


 

Gary Smith, 91

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:48 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gary L. Smith, age 91, of Holland died Sunday, December 6, 2009. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland. Reverend Mark Vande Zande will be officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  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.


 


 

George H. Emmans

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George Latchaw, 79

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

George Milton Latchaw, passed away at home on December 6, 2009, at the age of 79. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 8, 2009 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville. A Celebration of Life service will be at the Casco United Methodist Church (corner of 66th and 109th Ave., South Haven) on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the church. Pastor David Meister will officiate.   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.


 


 

Gerald "Jerry" B. Dunbar

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 9:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gerald "Jerry" B. Dunbar, 67, lifelong resident of Onaway, passed away on      Monday November 30, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be Thursday, December 3 2009 from 10:00am until the time of the funeral at 2:00pm at Chagnon Funeral Home. Officiating clergy is Pastor William Bump. His final resting place will Forest Lawn Cemetery in Tower. Memorial contributions may be made to the Onaway Ambulance Equipment Fund, Cheboygan Humane Society, or to Hospice of the Straits. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune.


 


 

Gerald G. "Jerry" Guimond

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 11:24 AM 

Gerald G. "Jerry" Guimond, 87, of Midland, passed away Nov. 12, 2009. 


 


 

Gerald M. Webb, 91

Thursday, December 3, 2009 8:55 AM 

Gerald M. Webb, 91, of Boyne City, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

Gerald Marvin Webb, 91

Friday, December 4, 2009 7:10 AM 

Gerald Marvin Webb, 91, of Boyne City, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at his home in Boyne City. 


 


 

Geraldine E. Cox

Monday, December 7, 2009 5:45 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Geraldine E. Cox, 94, of Bryan Care & Rehabilitation Center, and formerly of Hillsdale, went to be with Jesus Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009. She was born Nov. 29, 1915, in Amboy Township, north of Pioneer, Ohio, to William and Mildred (Hubbard) Robison. she married Leon Cox Nov. 29, 1935, in Pioneer and he preceded her in death May 11, 1999. Geraldine lived her married life in Waldron before moving to the Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale at the age of 87. She was previously employed by the Avon Co. for several years, and worked at Kustom Fit in Pioneer where she retired from. Geraldine graduated from Waldron High School in 1934. She loved working for the Lord, gardening, camping, fishing, watching birds from her kitchen window, loved cooking and canning, in which she always seemed to have some to share! Geraldine held Good News Club in her home for many years, and led many children to the Lord through her teachings on the Bible. She gave music lessons, taught Sunday school class, both youths and adults. She often would find time to help young mother’s with Bible study in her home. She was a member of the WCTU, Women’s Missionary Society, Munson United Brethren Church, church pianist for years and loved playing her saw whenever asked, manager of the Waldron Kountry Kitchen band and loved going to nursing homes and putting on programs for the residents. She said “just to see them smile” was worth it all! Before moving to the Bryan Rehab Center she was very active in the Hillsdale nursing home and dearly loved playing for the SonShine Singers. Surviving Geraldine are three daughters, Margaret (Jim) Gunder of Waldron, Audrey (Richard) Andrews, Marilynn (Robert) Frank all of Bryan, Ohio; brother, John (Joan) Robison of Ney, Ohio; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was a blessing to many, and will be missed by all. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; four brothers, Lawrence, William, Paul and Arthur Robison; and granddaughter, Paula Brandeberry. Funeral services for Geraldine will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Paul Webster and the Rev. Samuel Wickard officiating. Interment will be in Waldron Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to charity of donor’s choice. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Geraldine Moore

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:32 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Geraldine Moore, 88, passed away Dec. 7, 2009. Funeral arrangements pending with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Gordon J. Shomin, 80, of Traverse City and formerly of Petoskey, died Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009.

Monday, November 30, 2009 12:00 PM 

Gordon J. Shomin, 80, of Traverse City and formerly of Petoskey, died Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009. 


 


 

Grace M. Kahila

Monday, December 7, 2009 1:06 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Grace M. Kahila, 77, of Wakefield, passed away Saturday morning, Dec. 5, 2009, in Wakefield, surrounded by her family and friends, after a brief illness.


 


 

HELEN THERESA JANNON

Monday, December 7, 2009 2:02 AM 

JANNON, HELEN THERESA; age 86; December 6, 2009; of Sterling Heights. 


 


 

Helen Piazzi

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:16 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Helen Piazzi, 90, of 304 Maple St., Hurley, Wis., passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, in Ironwood.


 


 

Henry E. Gray

Saturday, December 5, 2009 3:13 AM 

Henry E. Gray, 90, a long time Midland resident passed away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at his home surrounded by family.


 


 

Henry Frederick Mogg

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 8:28 AM 

April 1918-Dec. 6, 2009 Henry Frederick Mogg, died Sunday December 6th, 2009 at the age of 91 in Titusville, Fla., after a long battle with Muscular Dystrophy. Henry termed this part of his life as his Ultimate Challenge and lived with and fought off the disease for over 25 years.


 


 

Howard M. Gillett

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Isabelle Smith

Monday, December 7, 2009 2:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Isabelle Smith peacefully went to be with our Lord and Savior Dec. 5, 2009 after residing in Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange, Ind. She was the firstborn child of Francis and Maude (Burton) Ormsbee, on Dec 14, 1924. Isabelle was a 1943 Bellevue High School graduate. She started her working career at Oliver’s (tractor part manufacturing) in Battle Creek as a riveter. Years later she worked in the cafeteria of East Leroy Elementary School, and her last employment was with Post Gardens Greenhouse in Urbandale, but her first priority and love was her family and being a homemaker. Isabelle is survived by her mother, Maude Ormsbee of Bellevue, who is 101 years old; brothers, Harry Ormsbee of Olivet and Ernest Ormsbee of Bellevue; sisters Hazel Funk of Ceresco, Lillian Pennington of Battle Creek, and Helen Winchell of Olivet. She was preceded in death by her father, Francis Ormsbee; husband, Robert C. Smith; and sister Vivian Bailey. She will be greatly missed by her family: daughter, Carol (Dennis) McClure of Scotts;   grandsons, Troy (Nicole) and Matthew (Tanya); son, Christopher (Shirley) Smith of Colon; granddaughters, Nicole (Mark) Amsler, Danielle (Brent) Blowers, Cassandra (Aaron) Wunder; grandsons,  Andy and Nate Musselman; and daughter, Katherine Marie Clayman of Indianapolis; in addition, to 12 great-grandchildren. With her generous heart she was a leader of a young girl’s group called Bluebirds/Camp Fire Girls. She was also president of the Mother’s Club of the old East Leroy Elementary School. As a member of the East Leroy Community Church she was president of the WSCS/ ladies group, served on various committees there, and started a Senior Citizens Group in 1990. Her volunteer service included the Annual Walk for Warmth and Annual Crop Walk for 25 successive years, and various duties at Gull Lake Ministries for numerous years. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Union City. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday with one hour of visitation prior to the service at Putnam Funeral Home. Memorial Donations may be made to Gull Lake Ministries, 1988 Midlake Drive, Hickory Corners, MI 49060. You may leave an online tribute by visiting  www.putnamfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Putnam Funeral Home, Union City, Mich., (517) 741-9333.  


 


 

Jack N. Seward

Friday, December 4, 2009 12:39 PM

Jack N. Seward, 76, of Midland died Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Jack Veldheer, 80

Sunday, December 6, 2009 4:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Jack Veldheer, age 80, of Holland, died Saturday, December 5, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Fuenral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, from 6-8pm, at the funeral home. Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

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James Carrol

Monday, December 7, 2009 7:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

James Carroll, 82, of Cheboygan passed away Sunday, December 6, 2009. Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.  Arrangements are being handled by the Nordman Funeral Home. 


 


 

James E. Dove

Thursday, December 3, 2009 6:38 AM 

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James Edward Hobart

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James Edward Hobart, 71, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at T. J. Samson Community Hospital.  A native of Coldwater, he was a son of the late Rex Allen Hobart and Crescent Bell Glant Hobart. He was a United States Navy veteran and a retired engineer at GTE. He was a member of Glasgow Baptist Church, where he also served as deacon, was a member of the Sanctuary Choir and a worker with the Awana program that endeavors to teach scriptures to young people. He loved to sing and discuss and share his faith.  Survivors include his wife, Betty Isenberg Hobart; one daughter, Julie Hobart Seagroves of Durham, N.C.; one son, Jerrold “Jerry” Edward Hobart and his wife, Becky, of Glasgow, Kent.; one grandson, Blake Edward Hobart of Glasgow, Kent.; one brother, Fred Hobart and his wife, Deanna, of Coldwater and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Glasgow Baptist Church. Burial, with military honors provided by Glasgow Chapter 20 DAV, was held in Glasgow Municipal Cemetery. Visitation was held two hours prior to the service.  Arrangements were under the direction of the Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home, www.hatchersaddler.com.  


 


 

James Edward Tuttle

James Edward Tuttle, 85, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully at his home, on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. 


 


 

James S. Keith Jr., M.D., 71

Thursday, December 3, 2009 8:50 AM 

James S. Keith Jr., M.D., 71, of Springvale Township, died Dec. 3, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

James Shelton Keith Jr., M.D.

Friday, December 4, 2009 11:00 AM 

James Shelton Keith Jr., M.D., of Petoskey, passed away in the comfort of his home in the early morning hours of Dec. 3, 2009, with his loved ones at his side.


 


 

Jane Kathleen Dombrowski

Friday, December 4, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Janet Marie Landry Boyd Kirby

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Janice C. Mayhew, 75

Monday, November 30, 2009 10:45 AM 

Janice C. Mayhew, 75, of Charlevoix, died Nov. 25, 2009, at Lakeland Regional Hospital in Lakeland, Fla. 


 


 

Jay Johnson

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:17 AM 

BRISTOW, Va. -- Jay Johnson, former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Wisconsin, former television news anchor in Green Bay, Wis., and former director of the U.S. Mint, died Oct. 17, 2009, at his home in Bristow.


 


 

Jennifer Lee Haneckow, 46

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 10:55 AM 

Jennifer Lee Haneckow, 46, of Petoskey, joined her family in heaven on Nov. 30, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital.


 


 

Jerry Calgaro

Thursday, December 3, 2009 5:44 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jerry Calgaro, formerly of Ironwood, Mich., in Ironwood Township, passed away Sunday morning, Nov. 5, 2009, at the VA hospital in La Jolla, Calif., with his children at his side. Jerry was born Sept. 28, 1942, in Ironwood, a son of the late Eugene and Carol Calgaro. Jerry attended Luther L. Wright High School, and served honorably in the U.S. Air Force from 1960 to 1964. He was self-employed in the medical field prior to his passing. Jerry is survived by his sweetheart of 22 years, Jo Ellen Roman; four children, Lynn Calgaro, Alan Calgaro, Jan Brancato, and Tony Calgaro, all of San Diego, Calif.; four grandchildren; a brother, Tom Calgaro; nieces, Nicole Dunn of San Diego,  and Rebecca Markey of Denver, Colo.; and a nephew, Scott Gerald Calgaro of San Diego. Services celebrating his life will be held on Dec.  19, at the Doubletree Golf Resort in Rancho Penasquitos, Calif. 


 


 

Joan E. Kasemeyer

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Joel Donald Hollingsworth

Thursday, December 3, 2009 12:07 PM 

Joel Donald Hollingsworth, 29, of Midland, died Tuesday, Dec.1, 2009. 


 


 

John Arthur LaLonde

Thursday, December 3, 2009 12:04 PM 

John Arthur LaLonde, 75, of Midland, died Monday afternoon, Nov. 30, 2009, at his daughter's home in Charlevoix. 


 


 

John Arthur LaLonde, 75

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 11:05 AM 

John Arthur LaLonde, 75, of Midland, died Monday afternoon, Nov. 30, 2009, at his daughter's home in Charlevoix.


 


 

John C. (Jack) Turner

Saturday, December 5, 2009 3:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John C. (Jack) Turner, 72, of Sturgis, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009 at his home. Arrangements are pending by Carney-Frost Funeral Home of LaGrange, Ind. A full obituary will appear Monday. 


 


 

John E. "Jack" Faucher

Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:36 AM

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John Gordon "Jack" Jones Jr.

Thursday, December 3, 2009 12:04 PM 

John Gordon "Jack" Jones Jr., 60, of Midland, died at his home on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009. 


 


 

John Rubbelke

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

John Rubbelke John Rubbelke, age 49, of Center Line, Mich., died December 6, 2009, at St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital. He was born September 20, 1960, in Detroit, Mich. Mr. Rubbelke was employed as a technician in communications. He enjoyed Harley's, boating, and hunting. He is survived by his father Jerome; brother Jerome Jr. (Cheryl) Rubbelke; nieces and nephews, Melissa, Joshua, Matthew, Katlin. He was preceded in death by his mother June in 2008. Funeral service 11 a.m. Thursday, December 20 at First Methodist Church of Warren, 5005 Chicago, Warren, MI. Rev. Dennis Paulson will officiate. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 5-9 p.m. at Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke, Center Line. Visitation at the church 10 a.m. before 11 a.m. service. Burial at Cadillac Memorial Gardens East, Clinton Township.


 


 

John W. Kilbourne

Friday, December 4, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Johnny Mack Sheets

Monday, November 30, 2009 1:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Johnny Mack Sheets, 60, of Moulton, Ala. died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at the University of Alabama Hospital. He was born Jan. 12, 1949, in Fremont, Mich., to Arthur Jack and Vera (Owens) Sheets. He graduated from Jonesville High School, Jonesville, in 1968. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by two daughters, Dawn and April Sheets; one sister, Donna (Fred) Johnson of Trinity, Ala.; three brothers, Carlton Sheets of Hillsdale, Thomas (Rebecca) Sheets of Quincy and Timothy Sheets of Royal Oak and many nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Arthur Jack Sheets Jr. Funeral services were held Sunday, Nov. 15 at Parkway Funeral Home in Trinity, Ala., with the Rev. Marcus Lipscomb officiating. Burial was at East Lawrence, Memorial Gardens Cemetery.  


 


 

Joseph D. "Joe" Andrews

Joseph D. "Joe" Andrews, age 48 of Gladwin, died Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 at West Branch Medical Center from injuries received in a motorcycle accident.


 


 

Joseph Thomas Haluska

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Joseph Thomas Haluska Joseph Thomas Haluska, age 66, of Warren, died December 3, 2009, at his home. Born June 16, 1943, in Washington D.C., Maryland. Retired from the City of Warren after 30 years of service in the water department and animal control. Member of the Warren Moose Lodge 1794 and past commander of the Polish Legion of American Veterans and U.S. Air Force veteran. Visitation Wednesday 1-9 p.m. at the Warren Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 22642 Ryan Road (1 block south of 9 Mile Road). Funeral mass Thursday, December 10, 2009, 10 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church in Center Line. Joe will lie instate from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass followed by military honors from U.S. Air Force. Entombment in his family plot in Lakeview Memorial Gardens in Longview, Texas.


 


 

Joseph W. Bush, 73

Thursday, December 3, 2009 8:50 AM

Joseph W. Bush, 73, of Maple River Township, joined his family and Savior in Heaven on Dec. 1, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family. 


 


 

Joyce A. Bishop

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Joyce A. Bishop, age 82, of Adrian passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at Provincial House. Joyce was born on Christmas Day 1926, in Adrian, the daughter of William and Lila May (Rineheart) Krouse. She graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1944, and then attended Riggs Beauty School. On Nov. 8, 1946, Joyce married Robert Bishop in Adrian. Robert, her devoted husband of more than 63 years, survives. Joyce worked for Michigan Mutual Insurance for 26 years, retiring in the early 1980s. Joyce was the president of Adrian City Fire Belles, a member of the Lady Elks, and also a member of the VFW Auxiliary where she was honored for volunteering. In addition to her husband, Joyce is survived by three brothers, Jack (Vivian) Krouse of Clayton, Robert (Norma) Krouse of Madison Center and Sam (Pete) Krouse of Holland, Mich.; a sister, Fay (Donald) Reed of Blissfield; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Joyce will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Christopher Brundage officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Tuesday from 1 to 5 p.m. You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Joyce may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

Julius (Dee) VanGamper

Monday, December 7, 2009 7:48 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Julius (Dee) VanGamper, 69, died November 23, 2009 at Northern Michigan Hospital after a short battle with chronic myelogenous leukemia. Per his request, he was cremated, and a private family memorial is to be held at a later date. Read more HERE in Tuesday’s Tribune.  


 


 

KENNETH E. "SMITTY" SMITH

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM

SMITH, KENNETH E. "SMITTY"; age 62; of West Bloomfield; passed away on December 6, 2009. 


 


 

Katherine E. 'Sis' Gull

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:19 AM 

PULASKI, Wis. -- Katherine E. "Sis" Gull, 99, of Pulaski, and formerly of Ewen, Mich., passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, in Pulaski. 


 


 

Katherine M. Carty

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Kathryn L. Weaver

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:41 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kathryn L. Weaver, “Aunt Tat,” age 90, of Jasper passed away Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at her home. Kathryn was born June 12, 1919, in Adrian, the daughter of Otto and Myrna (Baily) Griewahn. On June 29, 1940, she married Roy T. Weaver in Wauseon. After celebrating 40 years of marriage, Roy preceded her in death in 1980. Kathryn was a talented painter and enjoyed gardening. She was lovingly known as “Aunt Tat” to many friends and neighbors. Kathryn is survived by her son, Melvin “Butch” (Garnett) Weaver of Beaver Dam, Ariz.; a grandson, Bradley (Susan) Weaver of Colorado Springs, Colo.; two great-granddaughters, Lacey and Alyssa; a brother, Carl (Julia) Griewahn of Kalamazoo; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Lenore Baker and Elizabeth Webster; and two brothers, Kenneth and Wayne Griewahn. The funeral service for Kathryn will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Greg Burdine officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the service.You may also send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Kathryn may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

Kevin E. King

Monday, December 7, 2009 7:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kevin E. King, 53, of Cheboygan died suddenly Friday December 4, 2009. Per Kevin’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Nordman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

LORETTA T. PIOTROWSKI

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

PIOTROWSKI, LORETTA T.; age 82; of Troy and previously Hamtramck; died December 6, 2009. 


 


 

Larry Lee Kennedy

• Larry Lee Kennedy, 68, of Manistee, died Friday, Dec. 4, at the Manistee County Medical Care Facility. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Lawrence Kutzley

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:31 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Lawrence Kutzley, 86, of Morenci passed away Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Heartland of Wauseon in Wauseon, Ohio. He was born on April 11, 1923, in Seneca Township, the son of Arthur and Birdie (Deline) Kutzley. He was married to Luva Mae Addleman in Seward, Ohio, by the late Rev. A. T. Cox, and she survives. Lawrence was a life-long resident of the Morenci-Sand Creek area.  He was a farmer, truck driver and carpenter. After retiring his hobby was repairing and refinishing old furniture as well as building new furniture. He was a 4-H Club leader of the Bean Creek Valley Club for more than 30 years and a life member of the Lenawee County Fair Association. Besides his wife, Luva, Lawrence is survived by two sons, Gaylord (Kay) Kutzley of Morenci and Douglas Kutzley; one daughter, Linda (David) Nafziger of Archbold, Ohio; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Burton; six sisters, Ruth Keller, Myrna Smith, Florence Thomas, Velma Pulliam, Glenna Belle Lawson and Pauline Zemlo. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci, with the Rev. William VanValkenburg officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. There will be a visitation on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. Memorial contributions are suggested to Lenawee County 4-H or to a charity of the donor’s choice.


 


 

Lawrence R. Fitzpatrick

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Lawrence R. Fitzpatrick Lawrence R. Fitzpatrick, age 71, died December 7, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Dearest father of Edward (Laura), Michael (Mary Beth) and Lisa (Sam) Licavoli. Loving grandfather of Steven, Katherine, Lauren, Brendan and Sammy. Dear brother of Shirley Ash and Sally Durkee (Lloyd). Dear brother-in-law of Raymond DeMeyere, Sue Fitzpatrick and Claudette Fitzpatrick. Visitation Wednesday, 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Father Kramer K of C rosary at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren. Instate Thursday, 10 a.m. until time of 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Edmunds Catholic Church, 14025 E. 12 Mile Road, Warren.


 


 

Lawton Kenneth Smith

Monday, November 30, 2009 10:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lawton Kenneth Smith, 93, of Mackinaw City, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 at Hancock Haven in Cheboygan where was a resident for the past several months. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009 at Church of the Straits, Mackinaw City. The gathering begins at 10:00am, the service at 11:00am, and a luncheon begins at 12:00pm. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Lawton Kenneth Smith, 93

Monday, November 30, 2009 12:00 PM 

Lawton Kenneth Smith, 93, of Mackinaw City, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009.


 


 

Lena Lopiccolo

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Lena Lopiccolo Lena Lopiccolo (nee: Poma), age 74, of St. Clair Shores for over 50 years, died December 6, 2009. She was born in Detroit. Lena was a retired distributor for F&M. She was a wonderful cook, homemaker, and loving wife and mother. She was described as "Angelic" and giving. She was beautiful inside and out. Lena is survived by her children, Mary Lopiccolo, Karen (Buzz) Morehead, Gina (Paul) Giambruno, Toni Lopiccolo and Johnny Lopiccolo; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; siblings, Ida (Tom), and Vito (Mary); and brother-in-law, Gaspar (Pauline) Lopiccolo. She was predeceased by loving husband of 52 years, John; and sister-in-law, Olga Poma. Visitation is Thursday, 3-7 p.m. with a memorial service, at 6 p.m. at Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper, St. Clair Shores. Inurnment at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Season's Hospice, 27355 John R, Madison Heights, MI 48071.


 


 

Leon P. Baller

Monday, December 7, 2009 7:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Leon P. Baller, 61, of Cheboygan passed away Saturday, December 5, 2009 following a battle with cancer. Funeral services are today, Tuesday December 8, 2009 at 1:00 PM at the Nordman Funeral Home with Rev. Harry A. "Budd" Wagner officiating. Visitation will take place from 11:00 AM until the time of the service. Burial will be at Pine Hill Cemetery in the spring. Read more HERE in Tuesday’s Tribune.


 


 

Linda Darlene Peake

Saturday, December 5, 2009 3:13 AM 

Linda Darlene Peake, with her loving husband at her side, joyfully embraced her Savior just after midnight on Dec. 4, 2009, her 42nd wedding anniversary, after an 8 year battle with ovarian cancer.


 


 

Linda Peake

Friday, December 4, 2009 12:39 PM 

Linda Peake, 61, of Midland, died early Friday morning, Dec. 4, 2009, at her home. Arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever funeral Directors. 


 


 

Lois B. Hinkle

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Lois B. Hinkle Lois B. (Lofton) Hinkle, age 87, of East China Township, died December 6, 2009, in Algonac. She was born May 2, 1922, in Mayfield, Ky. Lois was a longtime member of Bethel Baptist Church in Roseville. She is survived by her children, Brenda (Lloyd) Grady; siblings Jean Turner and Hughie Keeling; grandchildren, Brian (Carrie) Brady and Kevin Brady; great-grandchildren, Austin, Mackenzie and Taylor Brady. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence Lofton. Visitation is Thursday, December 10, 2009, from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service 1 p.m. at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot Avenue, Eastpointe, Pastor David Schwartz officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorials to St. John Hospice. www.schultzfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Lois Olsen, 92

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lois Catherine (DeKoster) Olsen, 92, of Clermont, Florida, died Wednesday, December 3, 2009, at South Lake Hospital in Clermont. The memorial service will be at New Life Presbyterian Church PCA of Clermont at a later date. Arrangements are by Baldwin Fairchild Funeral Home in Clermont and Dykstra Funeral Home in Holland. Burial willl be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  


 


 

Lori Ann Buxton *

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M. Marie Slone, 88

Monday, December 7, 2009 10:20 AM 

M. Marie Slone, 88, of Charlevoix, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. 


 


 

MERIL J. JEAN Jr

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

JEAN, MERIL J., Jr.; of White Lake; December 6, 2009; age 74. 


 


 

Mackenzie "MJ" Jade Grubich

Friday, December 4, 2009 12:39 PM 

Mackenzie "MJ" Jade Grubich, 5, brightened the lives of her family and friends with her incredible smile. On Dec. 1, 2009, Mackenzie became one of God's angels surrounded by family and friends after a valiant battle with chronic pulmonary hypertension.


 


 

Mae Pearl Sibley

Mae Pearl Sibley, 89, of Walkerville, died Sunday, Dec. 5. Oak Grove Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Marcella Landeck

Monday, December 7, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Margaret G. Latter

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 9:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Margaret G. Latter, 89, of Indian River, passed away peacefully on Monday November 30, 2009 at Genesys Hospice Care Center in Goodrich, near her daughter’s residence in Metamora, Michigan.  A funeral service with viewing will be held at Transfiguration Episcopal Church in Indian River on Friday December 4, 2009.  Viewing will begin at 12 noon until the time of the Mass which will begin at 2:00 p.m.  A light meal and refreshments will be served in the lower level following the service.  Interment will be at the Transfiguration Episcopal Church Cemetery in Indian River. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune.


 


 

Margot Ann Boerre

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Marion M. Odle

Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Marjorie G. Spees

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Marjorie Marie Slone, 88

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 8:20 AM

Marjorie Marie Slone, 88, of Charlevoix, passed away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. 


 


 

Martha L. Loomis *

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Mary 'Jane' (Parisi) Johnson, 70

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 10:55 AM 

Mary "Jane" (Parisi) Johnson, 70, of Cross Village, and formerly of Saginaw, died Nov. 29, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.


 


 

Mary Caroline Montney

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Mary E. Kostrzewa

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 8:28 AM 

Sept. 18, 1935-Dec. 6, 2009 Mary Kostrzewa, 74, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at home surrounded by family. 


 


 

Mary Jo Pitsenberger, 71

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:36 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Jo Pitsenberger, 71, of Holland, died Friday,  Dec. 4, 2009, from injuries sustained in an automobile crash. Services will be 1p.m. Wednesday, at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Road. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation will be 2  to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St. 


 


 

Matthew D. Mathias July 17, 1965-Dec. 2, 2009

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:23 AM 

Matthew D. Mathias Sr., age 44 of Temperance, MI and formerly of Swanton, Ohio, died suddenly on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009. 


 


 

Maxine D. Jarvenpaa Draeger

Friday, December 4, 2009 1:19 AM 

OSHKOSH, Wis. -- Maxine D. Jarvenpaa Draeger, 89, of Oshkosh, died at Bethel Home in Oshkosh on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009.


 


 

Merle K. Cox Jr.

Monday, November 30, 2009 1:25 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Merle K. Cox Jr., 69, of Hudson, passed away Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Lenawee County.  He was born Nov. 8, 1940, in Morenci, the son of Merle F. and Viola (Rudolph) Cox Sr.  He married Vergie (Borton) on Jan. 28, 1961, in Hudson and she survives. Merle retired as a plant supervisor for M & S Mfg. in Hudson in 2001, with over 40 years of service. His hobbies included woodworking, tinkering in the workshop on his son, Dean's excavating equipment and was an avid race fan, helping Fisher's Racing Team at Oakshade Raceway. Merle dearly loved his family and his grandchildren were the love of his life. Surviving Merle besides his wife, Vergie of 48 years are four children, Mark Cox of Adrian, Lynda (Michael) Hepker of Mackinac Island, Dean (Sandy) Cox of Hudson and Shane Cox of Hudson; one sister, Velda Reynolds of Lorain, Ohio; five grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.   He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Barbara Brown. At Merle's request cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or services. Arrangements were entrusted to Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson and family and friends can view the obituray and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Merton C. Wilson

Monday, November 30, 2009 1:28 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Merton C. Wilson, 70, of Hudson, passed away Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009, at his home, under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Lenawee County. He was born May 26, 1939, in Adrian, the son of Roscoe C. and Cecil (Cadoo) Wilson. He married Janice Swiegart Sept. 3, 1960, in Hudson and she survives. Mert was a self-employed truck driver for M. Wilson Trucking, retiring in 2006, with over 40 years of service. He graduated from Hudson High School Class of 1957, was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Thursday Afternoon Men's Golf League, Tuesday Morning Seniors Golf League and was proud to be a teammate on the 1956 State Championship Football Team in Hudson. Mert enjoyed golf, Hudson football, traveling and dearly loved his wife, children and grandchildren. Surviving Mert besides his wife of 49 years, Jan, are two daughters, Teresa (Scott) Frantz of Hudson and Cathy Johnston of Columbus, Ohio; two sons, Charles Wilson of Hudson and Steve (Amy) Wilson of Delta, Ohio; three brothers, Roscoe G. "Jerry" (Pat) Wilson of Manitou Beach, Ray (Donna) Wilson of Hudson and Richard (Peggy) Wilson of Adrian; eight grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; honorary sister, Carrie Jones of Pittsford, and special friend Phelix Wright of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Larry Wilson. Mass of Christian Burial for Mert will be 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 30 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hudson with Fr. H. Paul Ruddy as celebrant. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. Sunday with a vigil prayer service at 7 p.m. at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Hospice of Lenawee County. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Michael George Kandrac

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM

Michael George Kandrac Michael George Kandrac, age 89, of Eastpointe, died December 6, 2009, at St. John Hospital and Medical Center in Detroit. Born July 21, 1920, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II as a staff sergeant. He was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Eastpointe Eagles and the American Legion Post in Mount Clemens. He enjoyed golfing, fishing — especially with Helen, and bowling. Survived by his wife Helen for 63 years. Children, Michael (Judy) Jr., Mary (Ken) Whelan and Carol Jamison. Brothers, William, Edward and also Fr. Antone Kandrac. Grandchildren, David and Daniel Jamison and Michael Whelan. Visitation Tuesday from 1-4 p.m. with a break from 4-6 p.m. resuming from 6-9 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. vigil service at S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot Avenue at Toepfer (8 1/2 Mile) in Eastpointe. Funeral Mass Wednesday 9 a.m. instate with 9:30 Mass at St. Veronica Catholic Church, officiated by Reverend Stan Pachla. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township.


 


 

Mildred A. Griest *

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Mildred Coney

Monday, December 7, 2009 2:37 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mildred Coney, 83, of LaGrange, died Dec. 5, 2009, at St. Joseph Hospital, Fort Wayne, Ind. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, where services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday.  Burial will take place in Brushy Chapel Cemetery, LaGrange, Ind.  


 


 

Mildred Emerick

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:40 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mildred T. Emerick, age 92, of Jonesville passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born Jan. 9, 1917, in Hillsdale, to George and Flora (Reynolds) Underhill. She was married April 30, 1934, to Kenneth Emerick and he preceded her in death in 1995. Mildred was a home caregiver, a wife, mother and grandmother. To Millie, her family was the center of her life. She was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hillsdale. Surviving are two children, Paula (Curtis) Dora of Jonesville and Steven (Cheryl) Emerich of Bellfair, Wash. Ten grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and two daughters, Mary Lou Emerich and Sondra Rinker. Memorial services for Mildred Emerick will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church of Hillsdale with Pastor Patti Beckman and the Rev. Richard Thorp officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for memorial visitation Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m., at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Presbyterian Church, Medical Care Facility, Hillsdale Community Health Center or the Jonesville District Library. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Norma G. Reed

Monday, December 7, 2009 2:41 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Norma G. Reed, age 60, of Kalamazoo, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009. Norma was born on Sept. 19, 1949, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Wayne and Irma L. (Beatty) Warfield. On Dec. 31, 1966, she was united in marriage to Mr. Robert(Bob)E. Reed, of Berrien Springs, Mich. Norma and Bob have been owners of The Hi-Lo Family Convenience Store since 1999 and have become great friends with many of their customers. For 25 years, Norma has been a foster parent for Family & Children Services of Kalamazoo, where she put her heart and soul into touching the lives of 41 children. Norma always wore a smile on her face and left a smile on the faces of those who had the chance to meet her. She had and loved a great sense of humor. Some of her hobbies included, cake decorating, coloring, playing corn-hole with her children, family cookouts in the backyard, attending her children's school events, and decorating the Christmas tree with her family. She enjoyed attending services at both Kalamazoo Valley Family Church and Cherry Creek of Portage with her family. She was preceded in death by her mother, Irma L.Warfield; and brother, Wayne Warfield. Norma is survived by her husband, Bob E. Reed; and their12 children, Robert (Jolene) Reed of Comstock Mich., Brian (Sharon) Reed of Sturgis Mich., Jason Reed of Gobles, Mich., Connie (Joseph) Edgley, Velma (Bucky) Block, Sasha Reed, Ashley Reed, Danielle Reed, Holly Reed, Danny Reed, Michael Reed, all of Kalamazoo, Mich., and Melissa (Jeff) Ward of Ohio.  Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, Bobby, Britney, Ashley, Stephanie, Heather, Angela, Mariah, Carmen, Kiana, Adam, Brandon and “Mamaws” special grandson, Daulton; her three great-grandchildren, Austin, Alexa, Aubrianna; her father Wayne (Dorothy) Warfield of Vicksburg, Mich.; a brother, Al Warfield of Delton, Mich.; a sister, Donna (Robert) Moore of Texas Corners, Mich., and several nieces, nephews and in-laws. The Reed family would like to give a special Thank-You to Larry Smith, Linda Swart and Betty Edgley. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today atRedmond Funeral Home, 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. (269) 343-6156 where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday with Pastor Brad Belcher officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Borgess VNA and Hospice or South West Michigan Cancer Center.


 


 

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Olga Santamaria, 83

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Olga Santamaria, age 83, died on Saturday, December 5, 2009, at her home in Holland. The memorial service will be  at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 12, 2009 in the chapel at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Road in Holland. Reverend Bill Boersma will be officiating.  Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.   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.


 


 

Olivia D. Gonzales-Delapaz *

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Opal Popkowski

Opal Popkowski, 85, of Manistee, died Saturday, Dec. 5. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Other deaths

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Other deaths James L. Watson, 85, of Roseville, Hauss Funeral Home, Macomb Township 


 


 

Otto A. Sorvala

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:15 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Otto A. Sorvala, 93, of Hurley, Wis., died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, in Ironwood.


 


 

PETER G. LAUINGER

Monday, December 7, 2009 2:02 AM 

LAUINGER, PETER G.; age 62; of Metamora, formerly of Pontiac.


 


 

Patricia (Boeve) Oswald

Patricia (Boeve) Oswald was born on Feb. 23, 1935 in Flint, to Vera and Henry Boeve, and was a resident of Brittany Manor of Midland. Mrs. Oswald previously lived in West Branch, and Lakeland, Florida, returning to Gladwin after the death of her beloved husband, John (Jack) Oswald in 1998.


 


 

Patricia A. Borowski

Friday, December 4, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Patricia Ann Gofton

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Preston Tye, 84

Sunday, December 6, 2009 4:55 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Preston Tye, age 84, of Hudsonville passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the Laurels of Hudsonville. A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland. Reverends Phil Schout and Don Van Slyke will be officiating. Burial will be in Georgetown Township Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 to 10 a.m. prior to the service at Lakeshore Memorial Services. 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.


 


 

RAYMOND F. MACKINDER

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

MACKINDER, RAYMOND F.; age 87; passed December 4, 2009. 


 


 

ROBERT P. GRANT

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

GRANT, ROBERT P.; of Waterford; December 7, 2009; age 88. Husband of Zelda. 


 


 

Raeone O. Robbins, 71

Monday, December 7, 2009 8:30 AM

Raeone O. Robbins, 71, of Pellston, died Dec. 4, 2009, at her home. 


 


 

Randy J. Meyer

Friday, December 4, 2009 2:48 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Randy J. Meyer, 49, of 7250 N-675 W, Shipshewana, Ind., died Monday, Nov. 30, 2009, after a motor vehicle accident in White PigeonTownship. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Monday at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Funeral services will be a 7 p.m. Monday at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, Ind. Burial will follow in St. JosephCemetery in Star City, Ind.


 


 

Rayma I. Sirrine

Sunday, December 6, 2009 3:24 AM 

Rayma I. Sirrine, 82 of Midland, went to her new Home in Heaven to be with her Lord on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009.


 


 

Raymond Talbot

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:06 AM 

Raymond Talbot, 84, of Midland, died Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at his home. Arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. 


 


 

Rex Eugene Thomas

Thursday, December 3, 2009 12:04 PM 

Rex Eugene Thomas passed away on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, while visiting his son and daughter-in-law. 


 


 

Richard Lee and #147;Rich and #148; Hammac Dec. 5, 2009

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:30 AM 

Richard Lee and #147;Rich and #148; Hammac, 36, of Monroe died Saturday at home. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe.


 


 

Richard Lee and #147;Rich and #148; Hammac Oct.16, 1973-Dec. 5, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:06 AM 

Richard Lee Hammac was born in Monroe, Michigan on October 16, 1973. Richard was the son of Fuson Junior and #147;Lucky and #148; Hammac and the late Judy (Pfluge) Hammac. 


 


 

Robert H. Nartker

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 8:28 AM 

Robert H. Nartker, age 83, of Webster, Fla.,, formerly of Shepherd passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009 at the Leesburg Regional Medical Center in Leesburg, Fla. 


 


 

Robert L. Bunce Oct. 11, 1948-Dec. 6, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:06 AM 

Robert L. Bunce, 61, passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 6, 2009. 


 


 

Robert L. Johnston

Robert L. Johnston, 79, of Manistee, died Saturday, Dec. 5. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Robert M. Emerick

Thursday, December 3, 2009 6:38 AM 

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Robert Michael Miller

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 8:28 AM 

Feb. 27, 1969-Dec. 6, 2009 Robert Michael Miller, age 40, of Ithaca, died Sunday, December 6, 2009 at his home. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca Chapel on Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 1:00 P.M., Mr. Keith Wise will officiate. Burial will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery St. Louis, MI. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 from 6-8 pm and on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 from 2-8 p.m. with family present 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca Chapel Ithaca, MI.


 


 

Robert Michael Miller *

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Robert and #147;Pete and #148; Dotson Jan. 15, 1933-Dec. 4, 2009

Saturday, December 5, 2009 1:23 AM 

Robert and #147;Pete and #148; Dotson, 76 years, of Lambertville, MI died Friday December 4, 2009 in his home. For over 30 years he was a job setter for General Motors at the Powertrain Plant in Toledo.


 


 

Ronald J. LaFave

Monday, November 30, 2009 10:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Ronald J. LaFave, 45, of Onaway died on November 29, 2009 at home.  Arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.   


 


 

Rose Violet Cox

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Roy E. Burch

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:06 AM 

Roy E. Burch, 73, of Midland, died Sunday afternoon Dec. 6, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center. Arrangements are under the care of Wilson MILLER Funeral Home. 


 


 

Russell W. Maki

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 1:44 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Russell W. Maki, 74, of Lake Road, Ironwood Township, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Ruth Everetta Gustafson

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Ruth M. Knable

Friday, December 4, 2009 10:07 AM 

Ruth M. Knable of Gaylord, died Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009. Ruth was born in Brookport, Ill., on Sept. 27, 1928, to Elmo and Modest (Young) Athy. 


 


 

Salome Williams "Sally" *

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Shay Elizabeth Hannah

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Shay Elizabeth Hannah, age 34, was born Nov. 17, 1975, in Adrian, Mich., to Charles E. Hannah and Cheryl A. Seeburger-Hannah. Shay lost her courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, while resting at her home in Toledo with her special significant other, Christopher, her mother and daughters by her side. Shay is survived by her parents, stepmother Karen; daughters, Caprice and Faith; grandparents, Don and Betty Hannah, Elmer J. Seeburger and his wife, Nancy; and numerous aunts, cousins and friends. She also leaves behind her partner and caregiver, Christopher M. Alcock, and family pets. Visitation will be at the Handler Funeral Home in Tecumseh, Mich., from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. The Funeral Service will be at the funeral home at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12 noon until service time. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 1311 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 310, White Plains, NY 10605 or www.leukemia-lymphoma.org. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. “As my earthly life journey has ended, I am now without pain and am a happy spirited self…God Bless.”


 


 

Sherman Joseph Holey, Jr.

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Shirley Ann Zapinski

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM 

Shirley Ann Zapinski Shirley Ann (Calderon) Zapinski, age 79, of Troy, formerly of Lawton, Okla., died December 7, 2009. Beloved wife of Harry J. Zapinski Jr. Loving mother of Gina, Steve, Christopher (Faith), Lisa (Tom Tompkins), Marc, Robert (Michelle), John Paul Zapinski (Shelli), Debra Aversa, and the late Harry Thomas Zapinski. Loving grandmother of 17 grandchildren. Dear sister of Alfred Calderon (Arlene), Lydia Fritter, Junior Calderon (Judy), Michael Carretero (Rhonda) and Jesse Carretero. Visitation Wednesday 3-8 p.m. at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Road (between Big Beaver and Wattles Roads), Troy, 248-689-0700. Funeral Thursday, December 10, 2009, at noon at funeral home. Interment Christian Memorial Cemetery, Rochester Hills. Memorials can be made to Beaumont Hospice Fund. Share memories with the online register book at www.pricefuneralhome.net.


 


 

Shirley Beatrice Bonnet

Thursday, December 3, 2009 10:07 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Shirley Beatrice Bonnet, 74, of Swartz Creek, returned to her heavenly Father on Sunday, November 29, 2009. Funeral services were held December 2, 2009 at St. Bartholomew Anglican Church, Swartz Creek. A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, December 5, 2009 at Monroe Twp. Cemetery in Cheboygan. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune.


 


 

Sister Noraleen Smith, IHM May 3, 1917-Dec. 6, 2009

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:31 AM 

Sister Noraleen Smith, IHM, 92, died Sunday, Dec. 6, in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe, Mich. She has been under Mercy Memorial Hospice Care of Monroe. 


 


 

Sister Stech, O.P.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:34 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sister Eleanor Stech, formerly known as Sister Paul Ellen Stech, died on Dec. 6, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 83 years of age and in the 59th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Eleanor was born in Chicago, Ill., to Edward and Rose (Sima) Stech. Sister graduated from Aquinas High School in Chicago, Ill., and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology and a Master of Science Degree in Biology from DePaul University in Chicago, Ill., and a Master of Theology Degree in Scripture from St. John Seminary in Plymouth, Mich. Sister spent 21 years ministering in education in Detroit, Ypsilanti and Adrian, Mich.; Wilmette, Ill.; Oakland and Santa Cruz, Calif. She was a Pastoral Minister for two years at Sacred Heart in Auburn Heights, four years at St. Patrick in Brighton and one year at St. Philip Neri in Chicago. Sister was Director of Novices for the Adrian Dominican Sisters for five years and Co-Provincial of St. Dominic Province in Hometown, Il., for three years. She was Administrative Assistant for three years in the Overseas Chapter Office in Adrian. In Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, Sister was the co-founder of Centro Catalina, a center for economically poor women and children where she ministered for eight years. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in 2004. Sister Eleanor is survived by a brother, Robert Stech of Rockford, Mich., and a sister, Rosemary Zambon of San Jacinto, Calif. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, in the Rose Room at the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221.


 


 

Stanley L. Cope Sr.

Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:36 AM 

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StanleyH. Green

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:42 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Stanley H. Green, age 57, of Clinton died Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ypsilanti. He was born Sept. 10, 1952 in Tecumseh, the son of Herman Howard and Thelma (Godsey) Green. Stanley was employed by Zycom in Saline as an inspector for many years. He was an auxiliary  member of the Tecumseh V.F.W. #4187 and past member of the Jaycees. He was a 1970 graduate of Clinton High School. Stanley is survived by his mother, Thelma Green; one brother, Warren Green of Clinton; one sister, Eva (Michael) Cortright of Saline; one nephew, Christopher Cortright; one niece, Faith Penix; and one great-nephew, Conor Penix. He was preceded in death by his father and an infant brother. At his request, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, at Clinton Baptist Church with Pastor Bob Riddle officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Stella F. 'Boosha' Pearl, 78

Friday, December 4, 2009 7:10 AM 

Stella F. "Boosha" Pearl, 78, of Charlevoix, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, at Boulder Park Terrace Nursing Home in Charlevoix.


 


 

Stella Pearl, 78

Thursday, December 3, 2009 9:50 AM 

Stella Pearl, 78, of Charlevoix, died Dec. 2, 2009, at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix. 


 


 

Susan E. Innes

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Sydney Claire Fay Pitock Dec. 7, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:10 AM 

Sydney Claire Fay Pitock, 8 months, of Monroe died Monday. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home, Monroe. 


 


 

Sylvia Ruth Adrian

Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:36 AM 

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THOMAS T. FITZPATRICK

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM

FITZPATRICK, THOMAS T.; of Waterford; December 7, 2009; age 55. 


 


 

Thomas C. Mroczkowski, 58

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 10:50 AM 

Thomas C. Mroczkowski, 58, of Petoskey, passed away at his home in the early morning hours of Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009. 


 


 

Thomas W. McCarthy Sr.

Thomas W. McCarthy Sr., 75, of Gladwin, passed away Nov. 28, 2009.


 


 

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JACKSON — Marjorie G. Spees, 87, formerly of Traverse City, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at Allegiance Hospital in Jackson.She was born Oct. 12, 1922, in Reed City, the daughter of Fredrick and Lillian (Earnest) Roberts. Marjorie spent her adult years as a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting, and she also loved to play the accordion and combo-organ.Survivors include daughter, Barbara Coats (Richard G. Marr) of Traverse City; son Ronald (Gail) Spees of Jackson; brothers, Sidney Roberts of Reed City and S. Dean Roberts of Holland, Ohio; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lewis; son, Gordon; and great-granddaughter, Kaily Conners.Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, with visitation one hour prior at the Pruitt-Livingston Funeral Home, Reed City, with Rev. Dawn Pooley officiating. Burial will be at Woodland Cemetery, Reed City.Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the or to the ; envelopes are available at the funeral home.An online obituary may be viewed and condolences offered at www.pruittlivingston.com


 


 

Verta Viola Smith

Monday, December 7, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Viola S. Niemi

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 1:42 AM 

MARQUETTE, Mich. -- Viola S. Niemi, 80, of Marquette, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at her home. 


 


 

Violet C. Miller

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 12:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Violet C. Miller, age 96, of Albion, passed away Nov. 28, 2009 at Tendercare of Albion.  She was born Feb. 18, 1913, in Hillsdale County to Delbert and Chrissie (Perkins) Britton. She had worked in the Cambria area in 1968. When she moved to Albion, she worked as a laundress at Home Laundry. For 28 years Violet was married to Frank Parney who preceded her in death in 1960. In 1972, she married Robert “Bert” Miller who survives. She was a member of Leisure Hour Club in Albion. Violet enjoyed hunting, cooking and  baking, sewing and gardening. Survivors include: husband, Robert “Bert” Miller; daughter, Donelta Day and son, Junior and Martha Parney, all of Albion; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and several great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Frank Parney; one brother, Ernest Britton; one half-brother, Garford Britton and half-sister, Audrey Seward. Funeral services are 11 a.m.Wednesday, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home,811 Finley Drive, Albion, with the Rev. Walter Hicks officiating. Interment will be at Cambria 1 Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to  Oaklawn Hospice or St. Paul Lutheran Church in Albion. www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com  


 


 

Virginia Frances Sanders

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:50 AM

Virginia Frances Sanders Virginia Frances Sanders (nee Daldine), age 93, resident of Macomb. Passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2009, at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Born April 22, 1916, in Detroit, Mich. Beloved wife of the late George. Loving mother of John (Aileen) Sanders, Barbara (Robert P.) MacNeil, Janet (Russell J.) DuRoss, David (Arlayne) Sanders. Proud grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of 12. Sister of Bernadine Miller and Helen Harvey. Visitation Thursday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. rosary service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blocks east of Van Dyke) Utica. Funeral service Friday 9:30 a.m. instate 10 a.m. Mass at St. Isidore Catholic Church. Memorials appreciated to the Capuchins or St. Vincent DePaul. Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.


 


 

Virginia Morrissett Thornberry

Monday, November 30, 2009 12:00 PM 

Virginia Morrissett Thornberry, formerly of Ohio and Wyoming, wife and partner of the late Rt. Rev. David Ritchie Thornberry, Episcopal Bishop for the State of Wyoming, formerly Archdeacon for Southern Ohio Episcopal Church, Cincinnati, Ohio; loving mother of the late David Timothy Thornberry and Ann Ritchie Thornberry; loving mother-in-law of Lois Fagaly Thornberry (Ohio); precious grandmother of Jennifer (Brian) Poole of St. Joseph; and L. Anne Thornberry (Ohio); devoted great-grandmother of Austin W. Poole.


 


 

Virginia Perry "Pauline" *

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WAYNE LEE GOULD

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:19 AM 

GOULD, WAYNE LEE; of Milford; passed away December 3, 2009 after a year long battle with cancer at the age of 39. 


 


 

Wilhelmina (Minnie) (Fath) Sasse

Thursday, December 3, 2009 12:04 PM 

Wilhelmina (Minnie) (Fath) Sasse, widow of the late William (Bill) Sasse and lifetime resident of Midland county, died Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009. 


 


 

William Arnold Vergiels Jan. 29, 1927-Nov. 27, 2009

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:29 AM 

William Arnold Vergiels, 82, of Leesburg, Florida formerly of Ida, Michigan, passed away on the afternoon of Friday, November 27, 2009.


 


 

William R. Page Dec. 2, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 11:04 AM 

William R. Page, 44, of Ypsilanti, died Dec. 2nd. 


 


 

Zachariah Lane Tyler Bassage-Bates

Monday, December 7, 2009 11:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Zachariah Lane Tyler Bassage-Bates, 7 of Hesperia and formerly of Coldwater, passed away Thursday, De. 3, 2009 at his home.   Zach was born on Nov. 27, 2002 in Coldwater and moved to the Hesperia area in 2007. Zach enjoyed watching movies, especially the movie CARS and Shrek and loved to attend his brother and sisters sporting events at Hesperia Schools, especially cross-country, wrestling and track events. Zach touched the lives of many people and changed the way all pursue the journey of life. Most memorable moments for Zach would be watching Jordan and the Hesperia Panthers win the 2008 Division 4 State wrestling title and Gabbie run to All-State track and cross country and Dad pushed Zach to win the 2009 5K Run for Ralph’s Kids in New Era. Zac is survived by his mother, Kimberly Bassage of Fremont; his father, Bob Bates of Hesperia; his brother, Jordan Bates of Hesperia; sister, Gabrielle Bates of Hesperia; brother, Peyton Fowler-Bates of Allen; paternal grandparents, Roberta (Norman) Robertson of Williston, S.C.; Robert Bates Sr. of Coldwater; paternal great grandparents, Wesley and Betty Bates of Coldwater; Florence (Mack) Creech of Coldwater; his aunts, Rosalyn (Mike) Ambs of Union City and Cassandra Bates of Coldwater; his uncle, Wesley Bates of Coldwater and several great aunts and uncles.  Zach was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Bob and Virginia Bassage. Visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with services at 1 p.m. at the Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.  

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