Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 12/15/09


 

ANTHONY T. GIORDANO

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

GIORDANO, ANTHONY T.; 46; of Waterford; December 13, 2009. 


 


 

Alfred R. Swider

No Description Available! 


 


 


 

Ashby, Edwin C.

No Description Available! 


 


 

Austin Michael Boyd

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Austin Michael Boyd, precious son of Jennifer Siler and Daniel Boyd, Jr., both of Coldwater, was stillborn on Friday, Dec. 11, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County in Coldwater. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009 at the Oak Grove Cemetery Chapel. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 10:30 a.m., also at the cemetery chapel. Interment will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery. In addition to his parents, Austin is survived by sisters Lisa Balowski and Jenna Boyd, maternal grandparents Lori Siler and Steven (Debra) Siler, paternal grandparents Wanda (James) Covey, maternal great grandmother Barbara Wigent, paternal great grandmother LaVonne Moore, all of Coldwater, maternal great grandparents Samuel (Barbara) Siler of San Antonio, Texas and many aunts and uncles. Austin was preceded in death by his grandfather Daniel Boyd, Sr., in 1993. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Arrangements are being cared for by the Dutcher Funeral Home.  


 


 

Beatrice E. Childres

No Description Available! 


 


 

Blair, Mavis L. *

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Buckner, Vanella J. *

No Description Available! 


 


 

Byron Jean Clendening

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 5:42 AM

April 29, 1916 - Dec. 13, 2009 Byron Jean Clendening, 93, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2009, at the Woodland Hospice House in Mt. Pleasant. 


 


 

CHRISTINA A. "COCO" HUMPHREY

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

HUMPHREY, CHRISTINA A. "COCO"; age 24; passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2009; at Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital. 


 


 

Charles Arthur Richards

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM 

No Description Available!


 


 

Charles E. Asunto

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 1:13 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Charles E. Asunto, 90, of Ironwood, died Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Charles Marvin Bark

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 


 

Congden, Edwin "Dale" *

No Description Available! 


 


 

Cook, Donald H. *

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Delbert C. Marsh

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Emil E. Neumeyer

Emil E. Neumeyer, age 88, of Rhodes passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009 at MidMichigan Regional Medical Center with his loving family by his side. 


 


 

Ernest Earl Decker

No Description Available! 


 


 

Ernest Wall

Ernest Wall, 106, a resident of Beaverton for three years, passed away Dec. 2, 2009. 


 


 

Esther M. Merwin

No Description Available! 


 


 

Evelyn E. LaVigne

Evelyn E. LaVigne, 91, of Gladwin, passed away after a long illness on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009.


 


 

Freeman L. Aden

No Description Available! 


 


 


 

G. Michael Bowers

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

G. Michael Bowers, age 60, died Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009. He was born Jan. 15, 1949 in Ft. Wayne, Ind., the son of Bob and Evelyn (Tester) Bowers. On Nov. 9, 1985, he married Rose A. McGrath, who survives in Paulding, Ohio.   He was employed by Stykemain Chevrolet Pontiac of Paulding, Ohio, retiring in 2006. He was a Viet Nam US Army veteran; 1967 graduate of Antwerp High School; a member of Viet Nam Veterans of America, Defiance, Ohio; VFW Post #587, Fraternal Order of Eagles #2405 and American Legion of Antwerp, Ohio. He loved spending time with family and friends fishing and camping; 50’s and 60’s music, and cruising in his 1972 Chevy Nova; and his dog “Gunner”. He is survived by his wife Rose Bowers, Paulding, Ohio; his step-mother Sherry Bowers, Coldwater; children:  Stacy (Jason) Calhoun, Glendale, Ariz., Stephanie Ball, Churubusco, Ind., Steve (Lena) Mawer, and Jon (Monette) Mawer, both of Upper Sandusky, Ohio; 11 grandchildren: Whitney, Madeline, Mason and Corbin Calhoun, Taylor Bowers, Kennedy McMichael, Chloe Ball and Seth, Troy, Owen and Emma Mawer; two brothers, Alan (Sue) Bowers, Ney, Ohio, and Jim (Sandy) Bowers, Antwerp, Ohio; a sister, Linda (Joe) Messmann, Payne, Ohio; and two step brothers, Matt (Tonya) Bowers, Coldwater and Bobbie (Scott) Welke, Quincy. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Dennis. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 17 at the Antwerp United Methodist Church with Rev. Michael Schneider officiating. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding, Ohio with military graveside services. Visitation will be 2–9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Den Herder Funeral Home and one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church. Donations may be made to Antwerp War Monument. Online condolences may be sent to www.denherderfh.com.  


 


 

GARRIE "Iceberg Slim" DILWORTH

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

DILWORTH, GARRIE "Iceberg Slim"; age 58; passed away Monday, December 7, 2009; at his residence. 


 


 

GERALD A. "CHIP" REED

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM

REED, GERALD A. "CHIP" also known as "Skippy"; died suddenly December 13, 2009; at 46 years of age. 


 


 

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 B. Landess

Saturday, December 12, 2009 3:28 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gary Bryce Landess, age 74, of Colon, passed away Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, at the Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers. Gary was born May 20, 1935, in Chicago, a son to the late Bryce and Vera (Stackhouse) Landess. Gary grew up in Chicago where he graduated from Kelly High School. He had spent most of his adult life in Colon. He had served in the United States Army from 1958 to 1960. On July 3, 1965, he married Ruth Thrams in Colon. He had worked for the former Transagram Co. and Harter Co. both of Sturgis and later retired from Michigan-Indiana Power Company of Three Rivers. Gary enjoyed Bowling, golfing, arts and crafts and especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Ruth of Colon; three sons, Tim (Cheryl) Landess of Troy, Steve Landess of Sherwood and Chris (Emily) Landess of Sturgis; four grandchildren, Sam, Allison, Shayna and Jacob Landess; two sisters, Marise Slonoff of Elk Grove, Ill., and Edna D’Ambrosio of California. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Randall and Ronald Landess and one sister, Betty Kilkenny. The family will receive relatives and friends on Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009, from 2-5 p.m. at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Gary B. Landess will be Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, at 11  a.m.  from the funeral home with Pastor Donald Graham of the Colon United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Colon. If desired the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Gary to the Colon Rescue Squad or the Colon Community Park. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.


 


 

Georgene M. Potter

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gerald "Gerry" Keith Walker, Sr

Sunday, December 13, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gerald "Gerry" Keith Walker, Sr.

Monday, December 14, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

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 M. Dorey

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 9:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Geraldine M. Dorey (Guthrie), 78, of Cheboygan passed away on December 8, 2009. Read more HERE in Thursday's Tribune. 


 


 

Gladys Akerman, 83

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gladys Buurma Akerman, age 83, of Holland, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, December 12, 2009. Funeral services will be  at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Avenue, Holland, with Rev. Heidi De Jonge officiating. Visitation will be  from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at the Northwood Chapel. Burial will take place in Lakewood Cemetery immediately following the service.   Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Northwood Chapel. 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.


 


 

Greene, Thomas Eugene *

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HUDSON L. NOLEN

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

NOLEN, HUDSON L.; of Waterford, formerly of Carrier Mills, IL; December 12, 2009; age 83. 


 


 

Heidi Lou Gorczyca

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:40 AM 

No Description Available!


 


 

Hermina "Min" Weller

Sunday, December 13, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Irvan Gazzy Douglas

Friday, December 11, 2009 7:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Irvan Gazzy Douglas, 86, of Cheboygan passed away Thurs­day, December 10, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. A complete obituary with funeral service information will appear in the Saturday edition of the Cheboygan Daily Tribune. The Christian Funeral Home is caring for the family.  


 


 

Irvan P. "Gazzie" Douglas

Friday, December 11, 2009 10:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Irvan P. "Gazzie" Douglas, 86, of Cheboygan, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be held at the Christian Funeral Home on Sunday, December 13, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and on Monday from 11:00 am until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m., also at the funeral home.  A luncheon will be held at the Moose Lodge immediately following the funeral service. Burial with full military honors will take place at Hebron Township Cemetery in the spring. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune.


 


 

JANE T. KYLMALA

Monday, December 14, 2009 1:24 AM 

KYLMALA, JANE T.; age 62; of Shelby Township, and formerly of Rochester Hills; died December 10, 2009. 


 


 

JEAN M DOTY

Sunday, December 13, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

JENNIE P. COLLIER

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

COLLIER, JENNIE P.; age 90; of Commerce Twp.; died December 13, 2009. 


 


 

JOHN CAMERON BOEHm

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

BOEHM, JOHN CAMERON; age 58; suddenly on December 11, 2009.


 


 

JUDITH FERN CRUICKSHANK

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

CRUICKSHANK, JUDITH FERN; beloved wife of Craig Cruickshank; dear mother of Adam (Ana) Burgos, Brian (Staci) Cruickshank, Stacy (Andy) Denning, Deborah (Dean) Rose, Melody Snow, Bonnie (Greg) Carrier and the late Wade Gatov; devoted sister of Poppy (the late Robert) Parker; also survived by 21 adoring grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.


 


 

Jack Eugene Tisron

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 9:50 AM 

Jack Eugene Tisron, of Kalamazoo, passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009.


 


 

James Allen Katcher

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:32 AM 

James Allen Katcher James "Jim" Allen Katcher, age 57, of Macomb Township, died Sunday, December 13, 2009, at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Clinton Township. Jim was born September 23, 1952, in Detroit, a son of Louis James and Marjorie (nee Sutton) Katcher. On October 5, 1973, Jim married Cheryl Vandeberghe in St. Isidore Catholic Church, Macomb. Jim was a millwright for General Motors Corporation in Warren for 28 years and previously worked for Chrysler Corporation. Jim was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church and a previous member of Oakland County Sportsmen's Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, sports, and working on cars. He especially enjoyed his dog "Buz." Surviving are his wife, Cheryl; son, Nick Katcher; daughter, Katrina Katcher; mother and stepfather, Marjorie (Joseph) George; siblings, Gerry (Kathy) Katcher, Paul (Angela) Katcher, Patricia (Jim Hicks) Katcher-Hicks, Elaine (Larry) Tibitowski, Bill (Shirley) George, Joey George and Sharon George; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Elmer (Elaine) Vandeberghe; brother-in-law, Larry (Joan) Vandeberghe; sisters-in-law, Janet (Gary) Raska and Diane Houser and many nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his father, Louis and brothers-in-law, Don Houser and Gary Vandeberghe. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Thursday, December 17, 2009, at St. Isidore Catholic Church, 18201 23 Mile Road, Macomb. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. and Wednesday 1-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture service at Hauss Funeral Home, 47477 Romeo Plank (north of 21 Mile Road), Macomb and at church Thursday 9:30-10 a.m. Memorials to American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association. www.haussfamilyfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

James B Ellis

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

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 J. Willis, 85

Monday, December 14, 2009 10:55 AM 

James J. Willis, 85, of Beaver Island, and formerly of Charlevoix, died Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, at his home. Christmas carolers came to his home at 9:30 a.m. and were singing "Joy To The World" when Jim passed away. 


 


 

James Max Robertson

Sunday, December 13, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

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.


 


 

James Sulaty

Sunday, December 13, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available!


 


 

James T. Youngblood

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jeannine Kunz

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jeffrey Jay Dolland

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:32 AM 

Jeffrey Jay Dolland Jeffrey Jay Dolland, age 40, of St. Clair, formerly of New Haven, died December 13, 2009. He was born June 29, 1969, in Madison Heights. Jeffrey was a graduate of Central Michigan University. He is survived by his wife, Aimee Dolland; children, Delaney and Jack Dolland; parents, Richard and Pat Dolland; brother Burke (Teri) Dolland; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Joan Theisen; sister-in-law, Pamela (David) Donoher; nieces and nephews, Rachel, Claire, Chad, and Blake. Funeral services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at Young Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, China Township. Visiting hours are Wednesday 6 to 9 and Thursday 2 to 9 at the funeral home.


 


 

Jennifer Lee (Sobleski) Haneckow, 46

Thursday, December 10, 2009 12:00 PM 

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


 


 

Jesse Lee Gorczyca

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:40 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Joan E. Kasemeyer

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Joan Louise Brown

No Description Available! 


 


 

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 Cameron Boehm

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:32 AM 

John Cameron Boehm John Cameron Boehm, age 58, died suddenly on December 11, 2009. Beloved husband of Linda for 37 cherished years. Loving father of Amy (Dave) Carroll and Erik. Proud and loving Papa of Madison, Jackson, and Payton. Dear brother of Charles, Frances (Clayton) Teeter, his twin brother Perry, June (Greg) Berner, Gary, Deborah (Carl) Wingert, and the late Thomas (Nancy). Predeceased by his parents, Charles and Catherine. Mr. Boehm enjoyed bowling and working on countless home improvements, but found his life's greatest joy in loving his family unconditionally. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

John F. "Jack" Wescott

Thursday, December 10, 2009 6:41 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

John Joseph Parrish Sr.

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:40 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

John M. Dominowski

Monday, December 14, 2009 11:39 AM 

John M. Dominowski of Auburn, died Saturday evening Dec. 12, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center, Midland after a brief illness. He was 81.


 


 

Johnson, Terry L. *

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Joseph E. Piteau

Monday, December 14, 2009 11:39 AM 

Joseph E. Piteau, 46, of Midland, died Monday, Dec. 14, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center.


 


 

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.


 


 

Judith A. "Judy" Zeros

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Judy M. Zimmerman

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:01 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Judy M. Zimmerman, 69 of Coldwater, died Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009 at the Laurels of Coldwater. A service will be held on Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009 at noon at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor Bruce Kintigh from the Girard United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Girard. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. and again on Thursday prior to the service beginning at 10 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Judy was born Oct. 27, 1940 in Hillsdale to Guy A. and Magnolia (Bud) Kyser. She married Darlin “Dean” Zimmerman on Jan. 7, 1967 in Coldwater. Mrs. Zimmerman worked for the Community Health Center of Branch County in radiology for over 30 years. She then worked for Dr. Manohar a few years before retiring in 2002. Judy enjoyed socializing and going to breakfast with her family and friends, she enjoyed shopping at yard sales, hunting for antiques and most of all she enjoyed her dog “Millie.” Judy is survived by her husband Dean, her son Edward and Dawn Zimmerman of Ocala, Fla., her daughters Lila and Randy Roedema of Aurora, Colo. and Lauren and Brad Keith of Coldwater, her sisters Yvonne and Jerry Letts of Quincy and Mary Anne and Will Miller of Parma, her grandchildren Edward Zimmerman Jr., Richard Zimmerman, Justin Potts, Kevin Nowak, Keith Nowak, Lee Keith and Taylor Keith. She was preceded in death by her daughter Deena Zimmerman in 2005, her brothers Carl and Duane Kyser and sister Donna Neill. Memorials may be directed to the Branch County Humane Society or the Branch Area Food Pantry. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family online guestbook.  


 


 

Justice "Jud" B. Yax

Saturday, December 12, 2009 6:35 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Karen Sue Haney

Monday, December 14, 2009 8:06 PM 

Karen Sue Haney, 47, of Gaylord, formerly of Atlanta, died Dec. 9, 2009, at her residence. She was born on Aug. 27, 1962, to Donald and Delores (Wood) Miller in Flint, Mich. She grew up in the Linden area and moved up north in the late 1970s. She married Garry Haney on May 24, 1982. She had worked at Treetops Resort for 10 years in housekeeping, and was a member of the Atlanta Eagles 4077. She was an avid bingo player and loved trail riding through the woods. Above all else she enjoyed being with her family.


 


 

Katherine M. Carty

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Keith Arnold

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:40 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Kenneth R. Furtaw

Friday, December 11, 2009 11:21 AM 

Kenneth R. Furtaw, 85, our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. The son of the late Burt and Della (O'Toole), Ken was born on Nov. 14, 1924, in Merrill. He married Ruth Kohlhoff on Oct. 25, 1947. Ken retired from The Dow Chemical Co. in 1989 after 39 years of service. He enjoyed taking care of his family in every way and taking care of his yard with his dog, Toby. Ken and Ruth enjoyed many years of traveling and camping.


 


 

LOUISE M. ADAMS

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

ADAMS, LOUISE M.; age 89; of Waterford; December 14, 2009. 


 


 

Lee Bomar

Monday, December 14, 2009 10:55 AM 

Lee Bomar, born Dec. 6, 1936, of Harbor Springs and a winter resident of Port St. Lucie, Fla., died suddenly Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, at Lawnwood Regional Medical Center in Fort Pierce, Fla.


 


 

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.


 


 

Lila M. Malmborg

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Lila Marcia Malmborg

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Lind, Eloise E. (Edgell)

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Lipscomb, Jacqueline "Jackie"

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Louise Carter (Collins) Bouford

Monday, December 14, 2009 10:50 AM 

Louise Carter (Collins) Bouford was born Jan. 24, 1913, in Little Rock, Ark., to Leona B. and Fred E. Collins. Louise passed away Dec. 10, 2009, at the Hospice House of Cheboygan. 


 


 

Lucille C. Schupra

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:32 AM 

Lucille C. Schupra Lucille C. Schupra, age 77, of Sterling Heights, died December 12, 2009. Loving wife of Stephen. Dearest mother of Charles (Kathy) Schmitt, Michael (Barb) Schmitt, Suzanne Schupra, and Stephen A. Schupra. Dear grandmother of Daniel and Jason Schmitt. Beloved sister of Dolores Dekun. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday with a 7 p.m. Panikhida Service on Wednesday at the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, Michigan. Instate 9 a.m. Thursday at Holy Ghost Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church, 38550 Ryan Road (south of 17 Mile Road) Sterling Heights, Michigan until the funeral service at 10 a.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery.


 


 

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. 


 


 

Maggie Rose Robertson

Thursday, December 10, 2009 6:41 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Margaret 'Lynn' LaPointe

Saturday, December 12, 2009 12:57 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Margaret "Lynn" LaPointe, 87, of 303 Taconite St., Hurley, a former longtime Mercer resident, died Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, in her home, surrounded by her family, following a lengthy illness.


 


 

Marie Gross

Saturday, December 12, 2009 2:04 AM 

Marie Gross, 85, of Midland, died Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009 at the Midland Medical Center. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Mark F. McCallum

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:40 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Martin J. Beneteau, 62

Thursday, December 10, 2009 8:25 AM 

Martin J. Beneteau, 62, of Boyne City, passed away Dec. 8, 2009, at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak.


 


 

Martin M. O'Connor

Martin M. O'Connor, 69, of Midland and formerly of Harrison died early Sunday morning, Dec. 6, 2009 at his home and was greeted at Heaven's gate by his mother and father, Herman and Laura (Graway) O'Connor along with brothers, William and Lawrence.


 


 

Marvin Leonard Tassava Jr.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 1:08 AM 

MINNEAPOLIS -- Marvin Leonard Tassava Jr., 53, of 4853 Piilola Road, Ironwood Township, Mich., died Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, at Fairview University Hospital in Minneapolis. He was waiting for the past 30 days for a liver match to undergo a transplant operation, when he suffered a heart attack at the hospital.


 


 

Mary Ann Jones

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:32 AM 

Mary Ann Jones Mary Ann Jones, affectionately known as the "Candy Lady," age 86, of St. Clair Shores, Mich., died December 8, 2009. She was born August 21, 1923, in Crofton, Kentucky. She was a member of Stephen Temple Church of God in Christ in Mt. Clemens, Mich. since its inception more than 70 years ago. She was a dedicated and faithful member. She retired from General Motors in 1980 after 37 years of employment. She leaves to cherish her memories four grandchildren, Michele Louise Coker, Della Lou Ann Pointer, Clarissa Regina Coker, and Hannon D. Coker, Jr.; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and one brother Otis Hopson. Visitation is Tuesday, December 15, 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. at United Memorial Funeral Home, 75 Dickinson, Mount Clemens. Family hour Wednesday, December 16, 10:30 a.m. at Stephen Temple Church of God in Christ, 68 Kibbee Street, Mount Clemens. Funeral Wednesday, December 16, 11 a.m. at Stephen Temple Church. Superintendent Theodore Colbert is officiating. Burial is at Clinton Grove Cemetery.


 


 

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Mary Grace Schwartz

Sunday, December 13, 2009 10:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Grace Schwartz, age 85, of Adrian died Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, at  Provincial House. She was born Aug. 1, 1924, in Adrian to Frederick Matthew and Grace Blanche (Hoag) Burkert. On Aug. 5, 1948, she married Robert J. Schwartz. He preceded her in death on Dec. 19, 1991. Mary was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Christian Mothers. She had been a volunteer at Bixby Hospital for 30 years. Mary is survived by two sons, James (Pam) Schwartz of Adrian and Matthew (Laura) Schwartz of Adrian; four daughters, Cecelia “Ceal” Schwartz of Adrian, Marian (Wayland) Echelbarger of Adrian, Barbara (Richie) Gallatin of Sand Creek and Ann (Robert) Love of Adrian; a sister, Kathryn Venia of Tecumseh; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Richard McLaughlin of Adrian, Ken and Genny Schwartz of Adrian, Catherine Wielfaert of Britton and Roger Scheuerman of Holland; and 14 grandchildren, Kathryn, Sarah, and Robert Love, Margaret Echelbarger, Andrea, Megan and Jessica Gallatin, Michelle and Daniel Schwartz, Matthew and Paul Schwartz, and Robert, Hannah and Jacob Schwartz. In addition to her husband, Robert, she was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Charles Schwartz; three sisters, Helen Williamson, Thelma Dempsey, and Frances McLaughlin; and two brothers, Frederick Burkert and Henry Burkert. The Funeral Liturgy for Mary will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. David Hudgins as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be held today from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. A Vigil Prayer Service will be held on Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will also be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Church Food Pantry (St. Vincent DePaul), Hospice of Lenawee or St. Joseph Catholic Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Mary Robbert, 86

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Robbert, 86, of Holland, passed away Monday, December 14, 2009.   Committal services will be  at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  A time of visitation will be  from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Thursday at the Langeland-Sterneberg Funeral Home, 315 East 16th St., Holland.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Mathis Sr., Richard Lee *

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Maynard Leroy Dickinson

Friday, December 11, 2009 6:39 AM 

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Megan A. Walters

Saturday, December 12, 2009 2:04 AM 

Megan A. Walters, 22, of Midland, died Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009. 


 


 

Melvin E. Lohrer

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 5:42 AM 

Oct. 23, 1930-Dec. 12th, 2009 Melvin E. Lohrer, age 79, of Ithaca, Michigan died Saturday, December 12th, 2009 at Carson City Hospital, Carson City, Michigan.


 


 

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.


 


 

Mildred Marion LaBrecque, 89

Monday, December 14, 2009 10:50 AM 

Mildred Marion LaBrecque, age 89, of Boyne City, died Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. 


 


 

Mildred T. Emerick

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 7:53 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mildred T. Emerick, 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 care giver, 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.; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. 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 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 6-8 p.m. Wednesday 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 L. FORD

Monday, December 14, 2009 1:24 AM 

FORD, NORMA, L.; of Clarkston; December 12, 2009; age 79.


 


 

Nancy Ann Seegert

Saturday, December 12, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Natalie Feiertag

Monday, December 14, 2009 2:27 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Natalie R. Feiertag, 75, of LaGrange, died Tuesday, December 8, 2009, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. A Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at the Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, 797 N. Detroit St, LaGrange, Ind. Online condolences may be submitted to the family at  www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

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Oscar Lundman, 97

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:01 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Oscar Y. Lundman, age 97, of Holland, died Sunday, December 13, 2009, at Lakeside Vista.   Private family services will be held.     Arrangements are by the Northwood Chapel of Dykstra Life Story 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.


 


 

Other deaths

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:32 AM 

Other deaths Joseph A. Famularo, 60, of Macomb, Will & Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, Mount Clemens 


 


 

Patricia Ann Gofton

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 6:36 AM 

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Patsy 'Pat' Rae Hanson

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 1:09 AM 

DULUTH, Minn. -- Patsy "Pat" Rae Hanson, 61, of Bergland, Mich., died peacefully and surrounded by her family Dec. 10, 2009, in Duluth, from complications related to a stroke. 


 


 

Paul J. Fryer

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM

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Paul Lewis Winkler

Saturday, December 12, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Peter C. Ayotte

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Phillip R. Seybert

Monday, December 14, 2009 2:29 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Phillip R. Seybert, 85 of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Saturday morning, Dec. 12, 2009, at his home. Arrangements will be announced Wednesday by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel of Sturgis.  


 


 

Phoebe M. Arvoy

Thursday, December 10, 2009 6:41 AM 

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Potter, Lois J. *

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ROBERT RIVERS

Monday, December 14, 2009 1:24 AM 

RIVERS, ROBERT; age 86 and a long time resident of Commerce Twp.; died at his home on December 9, 2009. 


 


 

RONALD E. GORNOWICZ

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:30 AM 

GORNOWICZ, RONALD E.; of Clarkston; December 10, 2009; at 73 years of age. 


 


 

Raeone O. Robbins, 71

Monday, December 7, 2009 8:30 AM 

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


 


 

Raymond A. Talbot

Thursday, December 10, 2009 11:11 AM

Raymond A. Talbot, 84, of Midland, died Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Sept. 7, 1925 in Midland, son of the late John E. and Agnes (Noyes) Talbot. Ray attended Midland Schools. He married the former Wilma Garbutt on April 1, 1944 in Midland; she predeceased him on March 7, 1989.


 


 

Rebecca Gordon

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Rex R. Louks

Sunday, December 13, 2009 6:36 AM

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Richard (Dick) Ross Coin

Sunday, December 13, 2009 5:06 AM 

Richard (Dick) Ross Coin, 69, of Alma, died Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009. 


 


 

Richard D. Rhoads

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Richard Robert Koob

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Richard Schoolmaster

Sunday, December 13, 2009 10:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Richard Schoolmaster, age 74, of Hudson passed away Dec. 11, 2009. Richard was born Jan. 28, 1935, in Tecumseh, Mich., the son of William and Bessie (Evilsizer) Schoolmaster. On June 20, 1964, he married Joyce Brollier in Tecumseh. She survives. Besides his wife, Joyce, Richard is survived by a sister, Nancy Parks of Ridgeway. He was preceded in death by his parents.   At his request cremation has taken place with burial in Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Arrangements were entrusted to the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Rita J. Brandys

Monday, December 14, 2009 2:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Rita J. Brandys, age 67, of Wellston, and formerly of Centreville, passed away Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, at the Three Rivers Area Hospital Emergency Room. Rita was born Sept. 24, 1942, in Colon a daughter to the late Wilfred M. and Patience M. (Sprowl) Wing. Rita grew up in Colon, graduating from Colon High School with the Class of 1960. Later she had lived in Mendon and Centreville, moving to Wellston in 2004. On May 18, 1963, she married Kenneth T. Brandys in Mendon. She had worked for Montgomery Wards in Sturgis, later as a bank teller for Citizens Bank in Colon and also at the Leonidas Bank, for Universal Motor Coach of Sturgis, and also for Syndicate Store Fixtures of Sturgis. Rita enjoyed collecting antiques, cooking, traveling and especially time spent with her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth of Wellston; children, Brett (Shelley) Brandys of Wellston, Tim (Kim) Brandys of Centreville and Tammy Brandys and Laurie Snyder of Three Rivers; seven grandchildren, Stephanie (Mitch) Lewman, Kristen, Colin, T.J., Alaney, Keith and Adrian; brother, Ronald J. Wing of Colon; step-mother,  Betty Wing of Englewood, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Rita J. Brandys will be Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, at 11 a.m. from the funeral home with Mr. David J. Farrell officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Colon. If desired the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Rita to the American Diabetes Association. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.


 


 

Robert Arens, 53

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert P. Arens, age 53, of Holland, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, December 12, 2009. Funeral services are planned for 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 17, at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Rd, Holland, with Rev. Bill Boersma officiating. Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery. Visiting hours are scheduled for 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, December 16, at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope College and Hospice of Holland.    Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Robert Gunrups

Monday, December 14, 2009 2:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Gunrups, age 98, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 13, 2009, at his home. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel of Sturgis.  


 


 

Robert J. Pfund

Saturday, December 12, 2009 9:52 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Robert Pfund, 86, of Morenci passed away Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, at his daughter's home surrounded by loved ones. He was born on May 26, 1923, in Wauseon, Ohio, the son of Charles and Hattie (Barnhart) Pfund. On Aug. 17, 1957, in Angola, Ind., he married Alene Lorraine Buyer. She preceded him in death on Nov. 15, 1976. Robert lived most of his life in the Morenci area. He was employed at Bohn Aluminum in Adrian, retiring in 1985. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II from January of 1943 through January of 1946, and was a member of the Morenci American Legion Post #368. Survivors include a daughter, Brenda Pfund of Adrian; a sister, Irene Moran of Morenci; two brothers, Don (Betty) Pfund of Morenci and Richard (Ann) Pfund of Florida; several nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and -nephews. Besides his wife, Alene, Robert was preceded in death by his parents, a son in infancy, and a brother, Edward Pfund. Funeral service will be on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with Gail Blum officiating. Burial will follow at the Winameg Cemetery near Winameg, Ohio. There will be a visitation on Monday from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee.


 


 

Robert L. Mitchelson

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:32 AM 

Robert L. Mitchelson Robert L. Mitchelson, age 85. December 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Arrigo). Dearest father of Michael (Karyn), William (Diane), Trish Rivard, Kathleen (Norm) Goldstein, Pam (Denny) Eschenburg, Dennis and the late Debra Mitchelson. Loving grandfather of Kimmy (Dave), Michael (Jodi), Shawn (Andrea), Derek (Teri), Ryan and Bobby. Survived by nine great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Shirley Cauzillo and Marie Lloyd. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Instate Wednesday 11 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Thecla Church, 20740 S. Nunneley (1 block south of Metro Parkway, east of Groesbeck). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to American Disabled Veterans Association appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Robert N. Robertson

Thursday, December 10, 2009 11:11 AM 

Robert N. Robertson, 78, of Wellington, Fla., passed away Nov. 9, 2009. 


 


 

Robert 'Bob' Mosley

Sunday, December 13, 2009 10:02 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert “Bob” Mosley, age 94, Erwin, Tenn., formerly of Michigan, died Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, in Erwin. Mr. Mosley retired from Bixby Hospital, Adrian. Survivors are five children, Bobby Mosley of Erwin, Patsy Hamilton of Pensacola, Fla., Carolyn Daniels of Douglasville, Ga., Rebbecca Jane Rowell and husband Terry of Peoria, Ill., and Steve Mosley of Unicoi; 17 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. The funeral service will be conducted Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Unicoi Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memory Gardens. Condolences may be sent to rfledford@earthlink.net. Unicoi Funeral Home, 4428 Unicoi Drive, Unicoi, TN 37692, is in charge of the arrangements.


 


 

Roberts P. Gunrups

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 2:56 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Roberts Peteris Gudrups, 98, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 13, 2009, at his home. He was born Aug.3, 1911, in Latvia, a son to the late Ernest and Latte Gudrups. Mr. Gudrups had had resided in Sturgis for the past 51 years coming from Germany where he lived for 15 years. His early life was spent in Latvia. He was married to Emilija P. Upmanis who preceded him in death. In 1974, he retired from the Kirsch Company in Sturgis where all of his friends knew him as “Bob”. He had spent the last 50 years planting and caring for his flowers and trees at his “Paradise” on the three acres of his land. He is survived by his loving family, daughter, Vija (Theo) Vredeveld, Wyoming, Mich.; son, Andy Gudrups of Sturgis; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren, all of Grand Rapids; sister,  Amanda Gulbe of Latvia; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Lilija and Jacques Keeslar of Sturgis. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Roberts P. Gudrups will be held at his home at a later date in the spring of 2010. 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 Mr. Gudrups memory consider Hospice of Sturgis, P.O. Box 126, Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfunralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Rosene Elizabeth Baker Pierce

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 7:55 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rosene Elizabeth Baker Pierce, 104, died in Hospice Compassionate Care in Richmond, Ky. on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2009. She was born and raised in Hillsdale County, the daughter of Fred and Addie Bradley Baker. She was loved and respected by all who knew her in her long life. Before her marriage to Clark M. Pierce in 1929, Rosene taught for 5 years in a country, one-room, eight-grades schoolhouse. With her husband, a high school science and agriculture teacher, she lived in Romeo, Mich. where their two children were born. When parents Harold and Gertrude Pierce died at their land grant farm in lower Michigan, Clark and Rosene moved there and took over the chicken hatchery business and later, also raised Herford steers. Rosene was a member of the North Adams First Baptist Church, Country Women’s Improvement Club and the North Adams Women’s Club. She became Worthy Matron of the OES (Order of the Eastern Star). After her husband’s death in 1993, Rosene moved to Kentucky to be with her daughter. She visited the Richmond, Ky. Senior Center for many years where she made many friends. She lived at Assisted Living McCready Manor for 11 years before health problems caused her to move to Telford Terrace. Rosene was a lover of classical music, beautiful pressed glass, crocheter of many afghans for family members and Project Linus, and a wonderful cook. A special joy at her 100th birthday party was a rumble-seat ride down Main St. Richmond with Ray DeSloover at the wheel of his Model A Ford, a key to the city and a proclamation given her by Mayor Connie Lawson. Preceding her in death were her father and mother, two brothers and one sister. Surviving are one daughter, Joan Lorna Boewe (Karl-Heinz) of Richmond and one son, Dr. Fredrick H. Pierce (Mary Jo) of North Salem, Ind.; eight grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services to honor the life of Mrs. Rosene Elizabeth Pierce will be held at the First Baptist Church in North Adams 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 with the Reverend Fred Jensen officiating. Rosene will then be laid to rest in the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Good Samaritan Fund of St. Andrews Place in Richmond, Ky.  


 


 

Ruby E. Bauman

Thursday, December 10, 2009 6:41 AM 

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Russell D. Clark, 81

Monday, December 14, 2009 10:55 AM 

Russell D. Clark, age 81, of Carp Lake, passed away Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, at his home. He was born Oct. 14, 1928, in Petoskey to Donald and Helena (Brewster) Clark.


 


 

Ruth DeMeester, 94

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruth Helen (Van’t Hof) DeMeester, age 94, passed away quietly into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, December 13, 2009, at the Hospice House of Holland. The funeral service for Ruth will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 17, 2009, at Second Christian Reformed Church. Family will greet friends and relatives from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at Klaassen Family Funeral Home.   Arrangements by Klaassen Family 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.


 


 

Ruth E. Burkhart, 89

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 9:50 AM 

Ruth E. Burkhart, 89, of Brutus, passed away Dec. 8, 2009, at Tender Care Nursing Home in Cheboygan.


 


 

Salvatore Marinello

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:32 AM 

Salvatore Marinello Salvatore Marinello, age 82, December 14, 2009. Beloved husband of Giuseppa. Also survived by eight children and several grandchildren who he dearly loved. Visitation Wednesday from 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Road, (at Schoenherr). Funeral Thursday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Share memories at www.bcfh.com.


 


 

Sam Earl Martin

Friday, December 11, 2009 7:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sam Earl Martin, 76, passed away on Wednesday Dec. 9, 2009 at home where he lived with his daughter Nita and granddaugh­ters Samantha and Stephany. Per his wishes crema­tion has taken place and a me­morial service in Cheboygan will be held at a later date. An online guest book is available to sign at www.throopfh.com. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune.  


 


 

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Selma A. Niemann

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 5:42 AM 

Selma A. Niemann, age 98, of Clare, passed away on Sunday Dec. 13, at her home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 11:00 AM from the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Clare. Friends may call at the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home on Tuesday, Dec. 15, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. Online condolences register at www.stephenson-wyman.com


 


 

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Shirley Avink, 78

Sunday, December 13, 2009 10:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Shirley (Ver Strate) Avink, aged 78, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday evening, December 10, 2009.   Friends may meet with the family at the VanderLaan Funeral Home Tuesday 1 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m.   Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at Searchlight Ministries, 4020 22nd Avenue, Hudsonville, with Pastor Stan Drenthe and Pastor Jeff Bouma officiating. Interment Jamestown 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.


 


 

Shirley Senters, 69

Monday, December 14, 2009 11:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Shirley Senters, age 69, of Holland passed away on Monday, Dec. 14, 2009, at the Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements are pending with Lakeshore Memorial Services.


 


 

Skowron, Norma V. *

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Sr. Mary Felicia Haidysz, O.P.

Monday, December 14, 2009 10:01 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sr. Mary Felicia Haidysz, O.P., age 93, of Adrian died Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

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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Tessie Crawford

Friday, December 11, 2009 7:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Tessie Crawford, 97, passed away on December 9, 2009 at Tendercare in Cheboygan. She was born on January 1, 1912 in Philadelphia, PA to Anna and Peter Salamin. A celebration of her life will be held at the Honor Congregational Church on January 2, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune.


 


 

Theodore Nielsen, 75

Monday, December 14, 2009 11:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Theodore Lynn Nielsen, age 75, died Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, at Blodgett Hospital in East Grand Rapids following a brief illness. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland, with Rev. Sharon Mahood of Des Moines, IA, officiating. Visitation will precede the service at 1 p.m.   


 


 

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CORTEZ, Fla. — Lorraine Marguerite (née Swiger) Freeman Yount, of Cortez, Fla., died Dec. 11, 2009, in Bradenton, Fla.She was born in Paris in Mecosta County on Feb. 6, 1919, to Lewis DeForest Swiger and Josephine Alberts Swiger.Lorraine married her first husband, Edd Freeman, in 1941, and her second husband, Rufus Yount, in 1969. She retired to Florida in the early 1970s.Blessed with strong ambition, an outgoing personality, and natural beauty, she was carried to unusual heights in the days before women had many opportunities. She was a reporter for the Traverse City Record-Eagle in the 1940s. She was appointed Friend of the Court and later Justice of the Peace in Lake City. She later operated her own bail bonding company, covering northern Michigan.She is survived by her daughters, Josette Rae Freeman of Sarasota, Fla., and Jacquelyn Freeman of Traverse City; a sister, Coila DeYoung of Martinsville, Va.; two grandsons, Eric Hulsman (Lori) of Atlanta, Ga., and Jordan Lindberg (Marcy) of Traverse City; great-grandsons, Connor and Kyle Hulsman and Miles Lindberg; and nieces and nephews.A gathering of friends will take place at Cortez Trailer Park.Arrangements have been made by National Cremation and Burial Society in Sarasota, Fla.


 


 

Vera Mae Lawler

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:02 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Vera Mae Lawler, a long time resident of Quincy, passed away at the age of 103 on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009 in Bradenton, Fla.  She was born in Odell, Ill. on June 22, 1906, the only child of Rudolf and Ella (Meier) Stahl. Vera graduated from the Odell High School in 1923 and married James T. Lawler of Dwight, Ill. in 1926. The Lawlers moved to Quincy in 1936, where Mr. Lawler operated a dairy farm and Vera worked for the City of Coldwater in the city manager’s office, retiring in 1977 after 23 years. Vera was a lifelong member of the Royal Neighbors of Illinois and the Pythian Sisters of Michigan. She enjoyed bowling, card playing and belonged to the Jolly Twenty Card Club. Vera and her husband purchased a home in Cortez, Fla. in 1974, and after they both retired in 1977, enjoyed spending the winter months there. Vera continued to spend her winters in Florida after her husband passed away in 1983 and enjoyed perusing her interests in shuffleboard, card playing and needlepoint. She will be greatly missed by her family including daughter Betty Luty of Quincy, son and daughter-in-law Jim and Gudrun Lawler of Berlin, Germany, grandchildren Marc Luty and Michelle Luty of Jackson, four great grand children and two great great grand children. A graveside memorial will be held in the spring where she will be laid to rest with her husband in the Quincy Cemetery. More information concerning the date and time will be forthcoming.  Condolences for the family may be made online at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Vern Lokers, 81

Sunday, December 13, 2009 10:09 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Vern Lokers, 81, of Zeeland, passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2009. Funeral services will be 11:00 am, Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at First Reformed Church, 148 E. Central Ave., Zeeland.  The Rev. Scott Van Oostendorp will officiate.    Visitation will be 1-3 and 7-9 pm, Tuesday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland.  Burial will be in Zeeland 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.


 


 

Vernon Flegel

Monday, December 14, 2009 11:39 AM 

Vernon Flegel, 80, of North Bradley, died Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009, at his home after a brief illness. 


 


 

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 "Ginny" May Bartlett

Virginia "Ginny" May Bartlett, 82, of Gladwin, passed away after a short illness on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009.


 


 

Walter J. Torney

Sunday, December 13, 2009 6:36 AM 

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William Leep Sr., 62

Sunday, December 13, 2009 10:08 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William C. Leep Sr., age 62, of Holland died Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Hospice House of Holland with family at his side.   A memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, December 19, 2009 at Community Church of Douglas 6780 Wiley Road in Douglas, MI.  Reverend Dennis De Witt and Dr. Dan Miller 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.


 


 

Woodrow "Woody" Aldrich

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Woodrow 'Woody' Aldrich

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Yoder, Lenora Rose *

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Yvonne E. Dortmann - Proctor

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:40 AM 

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