Saturday, April 10, 2010

Michigan Obituaries 04/10/2010


 

ANNABELLE L OGG

Saturday, April 10, 2010 3:57 AM 

OGG, ANNABELLE L.; of Waterford; April 7, 2010; age 89. 


 


 


 

Alan John Shier

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Alan John Shier Alan John Shier, age 61, of Macomb Township died April 8, 2010. Surviving is his wife, Pamela (nee Ziehm); children, Scott Alan (Alexandria) Shier and Sharon Mary (Daniel) Shier; grandchildren, Robert, Monica, Rachel, Reilly, Rachel, and Reneée. Alan was predeceased by his parents, John and Lorraine (nee Reygaert) Shier. A funeral service is 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at Hauss Funeral Home, 47477 Romeo Plank (north of 21 Mile), Macomb. Visitation is Monday 2:30-9 p.m. www.haussfamilyfuneralhomes.com


 


 


 

Andrew Miketa D.D.S.

No Description Available! 


 


 

Angelika Lee *

61, of Ionia, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic church, Ionia. Arrangements by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland. 


 


 


 

Arnold Lee Schipper *

73, of Jackson, formerly of Leslie, retired Michigan National Guardsman, died Friday. Services 1 p.m. Monday at J.C. Adams Funeral Home, Leslie.


 


 


 

Barbara J. Hickman nee Wilder

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:39 AM 

Jan. 1920 – March 2010 Barbara was born in Mt Pleasant, MI Jan 1920 and passed in March 2010 in Clearwater, FL.


 


 

Bruce R. Oldenburg

Saturday, April 10, 2010 1:31 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Bruce Robert Oldenburg, 69, of Sturgis, and formerly of Constantine, died Friday, April 9, 2010, at Sturgis Hospital, after an extended illness. He was born March 5, 1941 inConstantine, a son of John H. and Verna M. (Gage)Oldenburg. He lived most of his life inConstantine, moving to Sturgis in April 1997. He was a farmer in the Constantine area until his move to Sturgis. He attended the MottvilleBible Church, was a member o the St.Joseph County Sheriff’s Association, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping and musical instruments. Surviving are three daughters, Deborah A. Mann of Three Rivers, Mrs. Tim (Susan R.) Easterday of White Pigeon and Donna Charon on Mendon; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two grandchildren. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.Monday at Farrand Funeral Home inWhite Pigeon. Funeral services will be a 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Michael Bender of Mottville Bible Church officiating. Burial will follow at Constantine Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph County Mental Health.Envelopes are available at the funeral home.


 


 

Carolyn Frances Clemens

Carolyn Frances Clemens Delta Township Age 80, our loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed away April 7, 2010. Born August 17, 1929 in Lansing, MI. Carolyn was a 1947 graduate of St. Mary High School, and was a 1951 graduate of M.S.U. earning her Bachelors of Arts degree. She was a member of St. Gerard Catholic Church, and member of the Queen of Peace Circle, for over 40 years. She was an officer and trustee of the Matinee Musical, and was an officer of the Mary Magdalene League at St. Lawrence Hospital. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Genevieve Schneider, and her brother, Lawrence. Surviving are her husband of 57 years, LeRoy "Clem" Clemens; her four children, Christopher (Kelli) Clemens, Joseph (Kate) Clemens, Frances (Marty) Jones, and Jeanne (Jerry) Sutton; 12 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Margaret Herrera, and Christine (James) Brown; brother, Bernard (Patricia) Schneider; and nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation is 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday with the Rosary being prayed at 7:30 p.m. in the Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing. Funeral Liturgy is 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 12, at St. Gerard Catholic Church, 4437 W. Willow, Lansing with Fr. Prabhu Lakra presiding. Viewing will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at church. Rite of committal St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum. Contributions may be made to St. Gerard Church in memory of Carolyn. Friends may visit the guest book at


 


 

Carolyn Frances Clemens *

80, of Delta Township, died Wednesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Gerard Catholic Church, Delta Township. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing. 


 


 

DAVID J. CARTNER

Saturday, April 10, 2010 3:57 AM 

CARTNER, DAVID J.; age 73; of Oxford; passed away April 6, 2010. 


 


 


 


 

DEBORAH "DEE" BUCKHANNON

Saturday, April 10, 2010 3:57 AM 

BUCKHANNON, DEBORAH "DEE"; age 44; passed away Sunday, April 4, 2010; at Grandview Medical Center. 


 


 


 

Daniel Robert Jones

Daniel Robert Jones Lansing Born August 2, 1962 in Lansing, MI, went to be with his Lord and Savior April 3, 2010 at his home after a 2 year battle with lung cancer. Dan was a service tech for Denny's Auto Diagnosis for 28 years. He graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 1980. Dan loved to golf, Spartan sports, western movies and just being in the great outdoors especially in the summertime. Survivors include his wife, Barbara (Herbruck) Jones; parents, Robert and Mary Jones; sisters, Robin (David) Ramberg, Marla (Terry) O'Sullivan; daughters, Angela (David) Gibson, and Amy (Tom) Cosper; nephews, Paul, Ian, Dennis, and Robert; niece, Allison; grandsons, David, and Evan; aunts, Norman Hill, and Ruth Jones; numerous cousins and many loving friends. Special thanks to the Sparrow Cancer Center and Sparrow Hospice Angles for their loving care. Visitation will be Saturday, April 10, 2010 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing. The funeral will be Sunday, April 11 1:00 p.m. at the Okemos Church Of The Nazarene, 1906 Hamilton Rd. Okemos, MI with Pastor Curt Napier officiating. A luncheon will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sparrow Cancer Center or Sparrow Hospice. Friends may visit the guest book at


 


 

David P. Pressentin

No Description Available! 


 


 

David R. Bender

Saturday, April 10, 2010 1:29 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

David Robert Bender, 54, of Centreville, passed away Monday, April 5, 2010, at his home. He was born July 2, 1955, in Sturgis, a son of William R. and Virginia (Dellinger)Bender. On Dec. 27, 1975, he married Joyce L. Waters in Jones. Dave was a Class A certified welder at E.L. Nickell in Constantine. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, racing RCcars and playing paintball. Surviving Dave are his mother, Virginia Bender; wife, Joyce Bender of Centreville; sons, James Bender of Centreville, and William Bender of Sturgis; sisters, Janet Bender, Cherie Conner and Melissa Morgan; brothers, Dennis Bender, Larry Carpenter, Scott Carpenter and Ladd Carpenter; 13 grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, William Bender; step-father, Faye Carpenter; father-in-law, Arthur Earl Waters; and grandson, Kyle Paul Grover. Cremation has taken place and private memorial services will be held Sunday at the home of Scott Carptner, 22394 South River Road, Centreville.


 


 


 

Denny Agin

Denny Agin, 62, passed away after a short illness, on Wednesday, March 31, 2010, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Denny was born and resided in Beaverton, then Midland, Anderson, Indiana, and Eaton, Ohio. 


 


 

Denny Lee Nevins *

65, of Lansing, food service worker, died Thursday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Dorothy M. Wahr

No Description Available! 


 


 


 

Douglas Ott *

47, of Lansing, former Primo Construction employee, died Thursday. Memorial services 1 p.m. April 15 at Trinity Church. Arrangements by Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home.


 


 


 

Eileen Mary Kelly May 1, 1921-April 8, 2010

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:33 AM 

Eileen Mary Kelly, 88, of Monroe, died 6:43 A.M. Thursday, April 8, 2010 at Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe. 


 


 

Elizabeth 'Betty' Dyer

No Description Available! 


 


 

Elizabeth Wipperfurth Aeling

No Description Available! 


 


 

Erasmo "Russ" Hernandez *

79, of Lansing, retired Fisher Body reliefman, died Friday. Visitation 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Tiffany Funeral Home.


 


 

Evonne L. Johnson

Evonne L. Johnson Lansing Age 70, passed away Thursday morning, April 8, at the Ingham Regional Medical Center in Lansing. Evonne was born September 26, 1939 in Lansing, the daughter of Evan and Charlotte Luno Hathaway. Her family were early settlers in Otisco Township where she grew up, graduating from Belding High School in 1957. She went on to college, graduating from Central Michigan University in 1961 with a degree in education. Evonne taught elementary school in the Lansing area school system both full time and as a substitute for several years. She was the librarian at Bath School and a library assistant for the Library of Michigan in Lansing for many years. Evonne was a member of the Capital City Old Car Club of Lansing and the Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity - Alpha Upsilon Chapter. Evonne was married February 14, 1964 in Carson City to Jack Johnson and he survives along with her sister, Connie and Donald Skinner of Portland. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Delores in 1937. A memorial service celebrating Evonne's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 12 at the Johnson-Feuerstein Funeral Home, Belding with Pastor Ken Harger officiating. Inurnment will follow in River Ridge Cemetery, Belding. Memorial contributions may be given to the Alvah N. Belding Library or the, . To leave a message of condolence or to sign the online register book, please visit the website of the funeral home,


 


 


 

GEORGIANNA E. "GEORGIE" POLASEK

Saturday, April 10, 2010 3:57 AM 

POLASEK, GEORGIANNA E. "GEORGIE" of Rochester; April 9, 2010; age 94; born September 19, 1915 in Pontiac, MI. 


 


 


 

Garth E. Nemeth

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:39 AM 

Oct. 26, 1934 - April 8, 2010 Garth E. Nemeth, age 75, of Mt. Pleasant, died Thursday April 8, 2010 at Central Michigan Community Hospital in Mt. Pleasant. 


 


 

Glennard Paul Kenfield

Glennard Paul Kenfield "Paul" Lansing Born January 27, 1927 in Mason the son of William O. & Effa M. (Sears) Kenfield, passed away Thursday, April 8, 2010 in Lansing at age 83. Paul served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He graduated from Niles High School in 1948, Andrews University in 1952 and received his Masters Degree in Physics from the University of Michigan in 1954. Pauls interest in physics included employment at Atomics International, Sandia Corp., Douglas Aircraft and NASA, where he worked on the Apollo space missions. He retired from the State of Michigan Dept. of Social Services in 1997, where he worked as a Data Systems Analyst. After retirement he volunteered at Ingham Regional Medical Center in Escort Services and delivered meals for the Tri-County Office on Aging-Meals on Wheels program. He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters: V. Loraine Kowatch and Marjorie Barnes, 2 brothers: Arthur and Nolan Kenfield. Surviving is his wife of 26 years, June, a daughter, Karen (Craig) Fromel, 2 sons: Glen (Susan) and Doug (Susan), a step daughter Anne (Mark) Campbell, 2 stepsons: Jeff (Sharon) Mason and Scott (Debbie) Mason, 25 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and a brother A.D. (Margaret) Kenfield. Funeral Services will be Monday at 1:00p.m. at Palmer Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel with Chaplain Steve Ezop officiating. Visitation is Sunday 2-4 and 6-8p.m. at the funeral home. Donations may be made to Tri-County Office on Aging-Meals on Wheels or, Condolences can be made at


 


 


 

Harold J. Meredith *

92, of Greenville, formerly of Lansing, retired Motor Wheel inspector, died Thursday. Services 2 p.m. today at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel. 


 


 


 


 

Hjalmer N. Sunni

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Hjalmer N. Sunni Hjalmer N. Sunni, age 93, has passed away. Beloved husband of the late Edna. Loving father of Sharon (Eric) Gray. Survived by sisters, Alice Lundquist and Ruth Luoma, along with many nieces, nephews, great- and great-great-nieces and -nephews. Visitation Thursday and Friday, 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Masonic Lodge service Thursday at S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot (at 8 1/2 Mile Road), Eastpointe. Funeral service Saturday noon at the funeral home. Share your special thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com.


 


 

Howard C. Kressbach June 3, 1922-April 8, 2010

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:33 AM 

Howard C. Kressbach, 87, of Monroe died at 11:59 a.m. Thursday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. He had been in poor health for eight weeks. 


 


 

JULIA IRENE CRAFT ARBOGAST

Saturday, April 10, 2010 3:57 AM 

ARBOGAST, JULIA IRENE CRAFT; passed away on Monday, April 5, 2010 in Beverly Hills, Michigan. 


 


 

James "Jim" E. McAlister, Jr.

James "Jim" E. McAlister, Jr., 74 of The Villages, Florida died on Thursday, March 25, 2010. 


 


 


 

James A. Sourwine *

81, of Bellevue, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

James Anthony Snyder Nov. 10, 1921-April 8, 2010

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:33 AM 

James A. Snyder, 88, of Monroe died at 7:07 a.m. Thursday at Clare Bridge of Monroe. He had been in poor health for two years. 


 


 

James B. Spears

James B. Spears, born on May 7, 1930, left us March 21, 2010 to be with his beloved Geraldine (Knope) Spears, who left us on Nov. 14, 2004, just three weeks after their 50th Wedding Anniversary.


 


 

James Hugh Devine Jr. June 8, 1925-April 4, 2010

Thursday, April 8, 2010 11:52 AM 

James Hugh Devine, Jr, 84 yrs, of Petersburg, died Sunday as a result of an auto accident.


 


 

James Michael 'Jim' Oravecz

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:16 AM 

CLEARWATER, Fla. -- James Michael "Jim" Oravecz, 70, of Clearwater, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, April 7, 2010, in Clearwater.


 


 

Janice Eileen Bogdanik *

91, of Holt, died Thursday. Arrangements by Palmer Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Holt Chapel. 


 


 

Jean B. Orsoni

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:15 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Jean B. Orsoni, 94, of Maple Street, Hurley, Wis., died Sunday, April 4, 2010, in Ironwood.


 


 

Jean M. Portenga

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jeffrey Alan "Jeff" Osier

Thursday, April 8, 2010 8:40 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jessica E. Kohlligian, 79

Friday, April 9, 2010 8:11 AM 

Jessica E. "Jess" Kohlligian, 79, of Petoskey, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at Hiland Cottage.


 


 

John Charles Kreger Jan. 10, 1946-April 4, 2010

Thursday, April 8, 2010 11:50 AM 

John Charles Kreger, 64 yrs, of Deerfield, died Sunday, as a result of an auto accident. 


 


 

John H. Smith

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:13 AM

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- John H. Smith, 76, of Matchwood and Ontonagon, died Thursday, April 8, 2010, at the Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital's Long Term Care Unit. 


 


 

John W. Foltz Jr. *

79, of St. Johns, Chemical Ag. Products foreman, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at Church of the Resurrection, Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Julia M. Bark

Saturday, April 3, 2010 6:41 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

June Ladd

Thursday, April 8, 2010 10:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

June Ladd, age 85, of Clearwater, Fla., formerly of Adrian, died Monday, April 5, 2010. She was born June 25, 1924, in Seneca, Mich., to Otto and Alice (Dippery) Metcalf. On Oct. 22, 1949, in Seward, Ohio, she married Idean William Ladd and he preceded her in death on Oct. 28, 2005. June is survived by her two daughters, Amy (Gilbert) Minkel of Clearwater, Fla., and Lori Bailey of Youngstown, Ohio; four grandchildren, Anthony D. Swyers, William D. Swyers, Matthew Falor and Crystal Bailey; and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathy Ladd; her parents and several siblings. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 9, 2010, at 3 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.  


 


 

Karen Marie Cook

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:24 AM 

DULUTH, Minn. -- Karen Marie Cook, 53, of Merriweather, Mich., died unexpectedly Thursday, April 8, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.


 


 

Kathy M. Blaszczuk

Thursday, April 1, 2010 6:56 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

L. Annarita Stevens, 81

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 10:38 AM 

L. Annarita Stevens, of Lake Tahoe, Calif., formerly of Petoskey and Harbor Springs, died in Auburn, Calif., on Saturday, April 3, 2010. 


 


 

Lakisha Rene Dillard 'Agodoa'

Thursday, April 8, 2010 10:23 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lakisha Rene Dillard “Agodoa” was born on April 5, 1983, to Patty Dillard and Christopher Ukpone but was adopted byMike Agodoa and Debra Twumasi (Agodoa). She graduated from North Crowley High School and received her Esthetician license from Ogle Beauty School in Fort Worth, Texas. Lakisha worked at Deb’s Beauty Supply as an assistant manager and later with AT&T as a Customer Care Representative. She was a member of the Potters House Ministry in Dallas, Texas, and later became a member of Greater St. Stephen First Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas, where she served as an Usher. Lakisha was preceded in death by her Great-Grandparents: Matilda and George; Sister: Stephanie; Aunts: Rosie, Herdsine and Gladys;  Niece: Amaya. Her memories will live forever in the hearts of all those whom she left behind. such as her Fathers: Christopher, Mike and Frank; Mothers: Patty and Debra; Grand­mother: Lorine Dillard; Brother: Michael Jr.;  Sisters: Felicia, Pamela, Teneka, Desiree, Irene and Rosalynn; Uncles: Larry, Ronald and Wess Sr.; Aunts: Janice, Patsy and Carrie; Nephews: William, Darshawn, Jeavell and Amar; Nieces: Sha Brica, Amir and Jordan; Brother-in-law: Shawn; Special friends: The Thompson Family, Otis, Natasha, Donna, Princella, Retha, Norma, Candi, Sherron, Pam, Miguel, Derrick, Maurice and Jayla. And a host of cousins and friends. Lakisha will be remembered for her love and compassion for others and those she touched with her joy and beautiful smile during her short journey with us. Funeral services for Lakisha will be held on Friday, April 9, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Bishop Robert Bernard officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.   


 


 

Laurel Mae Ward

Sunday, April 4, 2010 8:25 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

LeVerne G. "Vern" Gulick *

79, of DeWitt, Army veteran, retired state Treasury Department administrator, died Tuesday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing.


 


 

Lea Nora Maule

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Lea Nora Maule Lea Nora Maule (nee King), age 81, passed away April 9, 2010. Born April 13, 1928 in Detroit. A graduate of Pershing High School, she enjoyed sewing and singing. She participated in the Christmas and Spring Festivals as well as the senior play. She was a volunteer at West Utica Elementary for 24 years and was the lunchtime supervisor for 22 years. Mrs. Maule later worked at Meijer in Rochester and retired in 1992. Beloved wife of the late William "Bill". Loving mother of Carol, David, Steven (Doris), and Andrew. She was predeceased by her parents, Erle and Frances King; and her brother, Erwin. Visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m. and Monday 2-8 p.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Ave. Shelby Twp. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Internment, Croswell Cemetery. Memorials to West Utica Volunteers or the Michigan Anti Cruelty Society. Share memories and condolences at www.GramerFuneralHome.com. "Old library mothers never die, they just keep checking out.


 


 

Leland Jay Kelly

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:39 AM 

Dec. 11, 1923 - April 9, 2010 Leland Kelly, 86, of Mt. Pleasant and formerly of Houghton Lake passed away Friday, April 9, 2010, at Central Michigan Community Hospital. 


 


 

Leona Mae Drummond *

90, of Ashley, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. today at East Washington United Brethren Church, Ashley. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca Chapel. 


 


 

Lester Eugene "Babe" Wakefield Jr. *

46, of Grand Ledge, died March 29. There will be no services. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea. 


 


 

Lewis W. "Rocky" Kelley Aug. 2, 1959-April 7, 2010

Thursday, April 8, 2010 11:52 AM 

Lewis W. ?Rocky? Kelley, 50 years, a lifelong resident of Monroe, MI passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 in the Emergency Room at Mercy Memorial Hospital.


 


 

Linda Wagner, 56

Friday, April 9, 2010 9:03 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Linda G. Wagner, 56, of Holland, died Thursday, April 8, 2010, at Hospice House of Holland. A Celebration of Life will be 7 p.m. Monday, April 12, at North Holland Reformed Church, 12050 New Holland Road. Inurnment will be at Restlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, April 11, 2010, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James 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.


 


 

Liz Oesleby

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:17 AM 

ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Librarians are not typically known throughout the world, nor are usually considered adventurers. Liz Oesleby, 69, who died Thursday, April 1, 2010, in St. Paul, clearly broke that mold. 


 


 

Lloyd L. Van Alstine, 81

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 10:22 AM 

Lloyd L. Van Alstine, 81, of Boyne City, passed away at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey on Friday, April 2, 2010. 


 


 

Lorene May Davis

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:39 AM 

Feb. 13, 1941 - April 9, 2010 Lorene May Davis, age 69, of Blanchard passed away Friday, April 9, 2010 at Spectrum Health-Kelsey Campus in Lakeview.


 


 

Louis F. 'Todd' Everett

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 3:37 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Louis Frederick ‘Todd’ Everett, 88, of Constantine, went to be with his maker Friday, April 2, 2010, at Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre in Centreville, following a short illness. Louis was born March 9, 1922, in Florence Township, a son of Michael T. and Jennie (Weaver) Everett. He farmed in his youth and worked construction most of his adult life. Louis served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific during World War II. On Nov. 22, 1947, he married Patricia Dimmick in Three Rivers. Louis and his wife enjoyed camping and traveled all around Michigan. He also enjoyed his ponies and antique tractor shows. Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Pat Everett of Constantine; a daughter, Lynn (Gordon) Clevenger  of Centreville; two sons, James (Gayle) Everett of Three Rivers and Richard Everett of Constantine; eight grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; six step-great- grandchildren; a sister, Leona Glase of Elkhart, Ind.; a sister-in-law, Carolyn Everett of Lawton; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Lyle Thompson; three brothers; and four sisters. Per his request, cremation has taken place. There will be no public service. Memorial contributions may be made to the family, c/o Eley Funeral Homes. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Louise Ingraham Moser, 82

Friday, April 9, 2010 8:11 AM 

Louise Ingraham Moser, 82, of Harbor Springs, died April 7, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.


 


 

Louise Moser, 82

Thursday, April 8, 2010 8:07 AM 

Louise Moser, 82, of Harbor Springs, died April 7, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 


 


 

Lowell Dallas Anderson *

83, of DeWitt, retired General Motors employee, died Thursday. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel. 


 


 

Lucienne A. Spreuer

Friday, April 9, 2010 2:53 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lucienne A. Spreuer, 85, of LaGrange, Ind.,  died April 8, 2010, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and  6-8 p.m. Saturday at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Spring St., LaGrange. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange.  


 


 

MARSHALL F. CHARTER

Friday, April 9, 2010 1:11 AM 

CHARTER, MARSHALL F.; of Clarkston; April 6, 2010; age 91. 


 


 

MARY R. PYKOR

Friday, April 9, 2010 1:11 AM 

PYKOR, MARY R.; of Waterford, Michigan; April 7, 2010. 


 


 

MARY R. SCOTT

Friday, April 9, 2010 1:11 AM 

SCOTT, MARY R.; of Brandon Twp., formerly of Ferndale; April 6, 2010; age 100. 


 


 

MICHAEL JAMES FITZPATRICK

Friday, April 9, 2010 1:11 AM 

FITZPATRICK, MICHAEL JAMES; April 7, 2010; age 53; of Bloomfield Hills. 


 


 

Margaret A. Snowhook

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Margaret A. Snowhook Margaret A. Snowhook, age 80, of Clinton Township, died on Wednesday, April 7, 2010. Born September 27, 1929 in Harrison Township, to the late Franz and Anna Schwartz Breiling. Mrs. Snowhook was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church in Mt. Clemens. Survived by her husband William; three children, Katherine (Michael) Snowhook-Crognale of Fort Worth, Texas, William (Marilyn) Snowhook of Clinton Township, Lynn Keller of Columbus; six grandchildren; and brother, Fred Breiling of Chesterfield. She was predeceased by her brother, Frank Breiling. Visitation at Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main, Mount Clemens on Sunday 2-8 p.m. with Holy Rosary at 7 p.m. Burial at Clinton Grove Cemetery, Clinton Township, on Monday, at 11 a.m. Contributions to Parkinson's Disease Research, American Red Cross or McLaren Visiting Nurses. www.vickfuneralhome.com


 


 

Margaret A. Vanovec King

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Margaret A. Vanovec King Margaret A. Vanovec King, age 97, a resident of Fraser, formerly a longtime resident of Detroit, passed away April 7, 2010. Margaret is the beloved wife of the late Joseph S. Vanovec. The loving mother of Lorraine (Tom Pulliam) Dimaria. The devoted grandmother of Joseph (Heather) and Jason Dimaria. The dear sister of Mary Lewandowski and Andrew (Neva) Biros. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. Visitation will continue on Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Roseville, from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers please send donations in Margaret's name to the Michigan Humane Society. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Margaret K. "Margie" Gronek

Sunday, April 4, 2010 8:25 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Marian B. Vuorenmaa

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:12 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Marian B. Vuorenmaa, 82, of Lake Road, Ironwood Township, died Thursday, April 8, 2010, in Wakefield.


 


 

Marian Louise Sattler

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 10:28 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marian Louise Sattler, 83, of Blissfield passed away on Monday, April 5, 2010, at her home. She was born on May 18, 1926, in Tecumseh, Mich., the daughter of Royal and Clemantine (McCallister) Haas. On Feb. 13, 1947, Marian was united in marriage to Donald Sattler. He survives. Marian devoted her life to her home and family. She was a member of the United Brethren Church in Blissfield and was a proud sponsor of the Lakota Indian children from St. Joseph’s Indian School in Chamberlain, S.D. In her spare time, Marian enjoyed spending time with her family at their cabin in Harrison, Mich., where she actively fished and hunted. Marian was a collector of various stones and loved to  sit and watch the birds  whenever she could. Surviving is her husband, Donald Sattler of Blissfield; three children, Greg (Tanna) Sattler of Tecumseh, Laura (Dan) Sauter of Palmyra and Lezlie Whiteford of Blissfield; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Dean Haas; sisters, Alta Mae Crist and Helen Bangeter; her daughter, Brenda DeLisle; and her son, Bradley Sattler. Following Marian’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Marian will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. Burial of her ashes will follow in Pleasantview Cemetery in Blissfield. In lieu of flowers, please consider making contributions to the Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.   


 


 

Marian R. Hostetler

Monday, April 5, 2010 10:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marian Rose Hostetler, 82, of White Pigeon, died Sunday, April 4, 2010, at BorgessMedical Center in Kalamazoo, after an extended illness. She was born July 6, 1927, in Elkhart, Ind., a daughter of Grover and Francis (Warble)Fleck. On Jan. 24, 1946, she married Ora Hostetler in Constantine. She was a lifelong homemaker, a school bus driver, worked in mail route delivery and was a Girl Scouts leader and den mother. She enjoyed her family, sewing, cooking, baking, flea markets and antiquing with her husband. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Gloria (Larry)Waltke of White Pigeon; a son, Melvin (Dorothy)Hostetler of White Pigeon; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Francis Rovner of Skokie, Ill., and Elma Sellers of Sturgis; three brothers, Floyd Summey of White Pigeon, George Summey of Centreville and Jim Summey of Sturgis; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and 16 sisters and brothers. Visitation is 5-8 p.m.Wednesday and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at Farrand Funeral Home inWhite Pigeon. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Wilbur Brandli officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or American DiabetesAssociation. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.


 


 

Marie Loretta Berry Cross

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:39 AM 

Marie Loretta Berry Cross, age 94 of Mecosta, MI, died Thursday, April 8, 2010. 


 


 

Marilyn J. Kyser

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 3:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marilyn J. Kyser Aug. 23, 1942 — April 2, 2010 Marilyn Jean Kyser, 67, of Somerset Township, passed away Friday, April 2, 2010, at her home. She was born Aug. 23, 1942, in Hillsdale, to Hugh and Margaret (Harbaugh) Hamblen. Marilyn graduated from Reading High School in 1961. She belonged to the Vandercook Lake Free Methodist Church and was active in their Ladies Bible Study. She was a former member of the Hidden Lake Gardens Club in Tipton, Mich. Marilyn’s hobbies included music, especially playing the piano, as well as traveling and appreciation for nature. Her greatest passion was their homestead farm. Survivors include her husband, Mike Kyser, whom she married Aug. 3, 1963; one daughter, Kelli (Jared) Seager, Reading; one son, Kevin (Jody) Kyser, Spring Lake; eight grandchildren, Kaci, Jarett, Kaitlin, and Kirstin Seager and Courtney, Cameron, Collin and Caden Kyser. She was preceded in death by her parents and one granddaughter, Chloe Kyser. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday at Vandercook Lake Free Methodist Church, 2829 Park Drive, Jackson, with Pastors Doug Langford, Mearl Bradley and Milan Maybee officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Reading. Visitation is scheduled 2-6 p.m. Sunday, April 11 at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. Memorials are suggested to the Hillsdale County Humane Society or Refurbished Pets of Southern Michigan, PO Box 83, Coldwater.  


 


 

Mark Eugene Bosche *

51, of O'Fallon, Mo., formerly of Lansing, retired information technology worker, died Monday. Memorial services 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Assumption Parish, O'Fallon, Mo.


 


 

Marvin Christopher, 79

Thursday, April 8, 2010 10:01 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marvin Christopher, 79, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010, in Milwaukee, Wis. Services will be noon Saturday at Pobocik Funeral Home in Three Oaks. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Chikaming Township. Visitation begins at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. www.pobocik.com


 


 

Marvin Schoolcraft

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 8:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marvin Schoolcraft, 82, of Afton, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2010 at the Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. A memorial gathering will take place starting at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 1, 2010, at the Afton Community Club on Montgomery Road in Afton. Read more HERE in Wednesday’s Tribune. 


 


 

Mary G. Bellgowan *

82, of Lansing, retired state employee, died Friday. Services 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Gerard Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel.


 


 

Mary Selepack

Sunday, April 4, 2010 8:25 AM 

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Mason O. Clark Jr., 87

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 8:38 AM 

Mason O. Clark Jr., 87, of Niles, Mich., formerly of East Jordan, died peacefully at his home Monday, March 22, 2010.


 


 

Maybelle E. Paul

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 10:03 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Maybelle E. Paul, born to J. Leslie and Inice M. (Ping) Taylor in Blackwell, Okla. on April 29, 1910 passed away peacefully March 23, 2010 in Tucson, Ariz.  At a very early age, her parents relocated to Branch County, where she graduated from Quincy High School in 1928. In 1928, she married Leo Paul, who preceded her in death in 1982. In 1972, after 22 years of employment with the Coldwater Regional Center, she retired and was a member of SERA. She continued living at the farm where she lived for 50 plus years, working with her husband in their slaughter house business. She was an early member of the Branch County Extension Ladies, a 4-H leader for 20 years and taught many the joys of working with ceramics. Other organizations she enjoyed through her life were Friends of the Library and Farm Bureau and the Branch County 4-H Fair for more than 50 years. During retirement, she raised peacocks and flowers and truly enjoyed her family.  Traveling became a passion for her and she visited every state in the union, plus Mexico, Canada, Panama and the Caribbean. As busy as she kept, she stayed close to God and prided herself in reading the entire Bible each year.  She is survived by her children Jane Ann (Norman Dean) Brown of Bronson, Dennis (Betty) Paul of Tucson, Ariz., Nancy Armstrong of Tucson, Ariz. and Mitchel (Patricia) Paul of Kalamazoo, along with nine grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and three great  great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers James Taylor and Leslie Taylor, sister Vyrna Cox and two grandchildren. Memorials in her memory may be directed to the Branch County 4-H Fair. A memorial service in Michigan will be held at a later date. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family.


 


 

Megan L. Collins

Megan L. Collins Lansing Megan L. Collins, age 22, passed away unexpectedly at her home on April 8, 2010. She was born August 29, 1987 at Lansing, daughter of Owen and Linda (Trotter) Collins. Megan was a graduate of Potterville High School, class of 2005 and attended L.C.C. and Kaplin Online University. Megan loved music and wrote poetry. She was an employee of Bridgewater Manufacturing of Lansing. Survivors include her parents, Owen and Linda Collins of Potterville; 2 sisters, Olivia (Tony) Reed and Emily Collins all of Charlotte; 5 nieces and nephews; grandmother, Marjorie (Emil) Anderson of Tacoma, WA; and grandfather, John (Sharla) Trotter of Denver, CO. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 12, 2010 - 4:00 P.M. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with Rev. Troy Shaw officiating. Interment will follow at the Benton Twp. Cemetery, Eaton Co., MI. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

Mildred A. "Millie" Learned

Sunday, April 4, 2010 8:25 AM 

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Miriam J. Wise Nov. 29, 1930-April 8, 2010

Friday, April 9, 2010 11:42 AM 

Miriam J. Wise, 79 years, of Monroe, MI passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2010 in her home. 


 


 

Morris C. Martin

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Morris C. Martin Morris C. Martin. Heaven's gates opened on April 7, 2010 and God called Morris safely Home. Morris was born July 7, 1927 in Hancock, Missouri to E.C. and Emma Martin. A longtime resident of Washington, Mich. Morris is survived by his wife, Jeanne, of 61 years; children, Ken (Faye) Martin of Shelby Township, Mich., Marcia (Chris) Hinterman of Traverse City, Mich. and Connie (Don) Yonka of Traverse City, Mich.; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; five siblings; and many nieces and nephews. Morris retired from Macomb County Community College, where he worked for 20 years as a skilled trades painter. Morris loved his church, many friends, baseball, gardening, golf and traveling. Funeral service today, Saturday, 10 a.m. (visitation 9 a.m.) at Stoney Creek Community Church, 11711 26 Mile Road, Washington, Mich. Pastors Mick Veach and Garry Beecher officiating. Share condolences at www.GramerFuneralHome.com.


 


 

Nellie Kluitenberg, 105

Thursday, April 8, 2010 10:03 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

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Nile Richard Eastman *

77, of Breckenridge, died Wednesday. Services noon today at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis Chapel.


 


 

Norman L. Wood Sr.

Thursday, April 8, 2010 7:56 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Norman L. Wood Sr., 80, of Butler Township passed away Tuesday at Battle Creek Health System.  He was born August 26, 1929, in Eaton County, the son of Vern L. and Nettie Fern (Gable) Wood.  Norman graduated from Quincy High School in 1948 and was a self-employed heavy equipment operator. Survivors include his wife Florence “Flo”; one daughter, Michele Wood, Nubinway; three sons, Norman (Roberta) Wood Jr., Butler Township; Douglas Wood, Butler Township; Douglas Wood, Butler Township; Bruce Wood, Butler Township; three stepsons, T.J. Rogers, Butler Township; Timm (Kellie) Rogers, Butler Township; Carl (Diana) Rogers, Butler Township; an aunt, Barbara Bender, Quincy; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. His parents, one sister and one grandson preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with Reid Waffle officiating.  Interment will follow in Whig Center Cemetery.  Visitation is scheduled 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.  


 


 

Palma Nancy Bonacci

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Patricia A. Caudill

Saturday, April 10, 2010 1:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Patricia Ann Caudill, 49, of Marco Island, Fla., died April 1, 2010, at her home following an extended illness. She was born June 18, 1962, a daughter of Chris (Deann)Buckhold of Sturgis and Paulette (the late Ron) Leist of Marco Island, Fla. She was a 1980 graduate of Sturgis High School and resided in Sturgis and Marco Island all her life. Surviving are her parents; two sons, Jerry Caudill of Sturgis and Eric Buckhold of Marco Island; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date for family and close friends in Sturgis. Memorials may be directed to St. John’s Lutheran School, 1108 E. Lafayette St., Sturgis, Mich.  49091.


 


 

Patricia A. Troub *

80, of Lansing, retired Lansing School District secretary, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. today at St. Therese Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Patricia LaVerne Slocum

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Patricia LaVerne Slocum *

70, of Corunna, secretary/bookkeeper, died Thursday. Services 1 p.m. Monday at First United Methodist Church, Owosso. Arrangements by Smith Family Fuenral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso.


 


 

Paul R. Minch

Friday, April 2, 2010 9:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Paul R. Minch, 62, of Cheboygan, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2010 at his home. Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time. Christian Funeral Home is handling arrangements. 


 


 

Paul S. Brusati

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 6:40 AM 

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PaulR. Rutan

Friday, April 9, 2010 11:15 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Paul Richard Rutan of Hillsdale went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. He was born October 12, 1927 in Napoleon, Mich., the son of Milton and Greeta (Touse) Rutan. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Barbara Rutan and two brothers, Louis and Bruce Rutan. He is survived by his wife, Helen F. (Goodman/Horton) Rutan; five children, LeeAnn (David) Reese of Jackson; Robert (Deborah) Rutan of Jackson; Sue (Nick) Serafin of Horton; Dan (Jane) Rutan of Hillsdale; and Jon (Theresa) Rutan of Hillsdale; 14 grandchildren; 14 step-grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 22 step-great- grandchildren; two brothers, Lee Earl (Doris) Rutan of Stockbridge; Milton (Kathy) Rutan of Columbus, Ind.; four sisters, Florence (Marshall) Johnson of Arizona; Gayle (George) Ruff of Colorado; Mary Lou Hammer of Clark Lake; and Alice (Harvey) Hill of Colorado Springs, Colo. and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Rutan served his country in the United States Navy from 1946 to 1948. He was a member of Cambria Baptist Church and a faithful attender of the Gospel Barn in Hillsdale. He worked for many years as a builder and built many homes in the Jackson County and Lenawee County areas, and he also had a passion for farming. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Paul Richard Rutan will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Don Harkey officiating. Interment will take place in the Somerset Center Cemetery in Somerset Township. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Samaritan’s Purse. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home Hillsdale 517-437-0605  


 


 

Pedro V. Lopez *

66, of Lansing, brick mason, died Monday. Services noon today at Faith United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Phyllis F. LeMay

Thursday, April 1, 2010 9:19 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Phyllis Faye LeMay, 83, of Indian River, died quietly and humbly March 30, 2010 at Bay Bluffs Medical Care Facility in Harbor Springs. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 5, 2010 at the Indian River United Methodist Church. Donna Stone will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune.


 


 

RALPH R. REED

Friday, April 9, 2010 1:11 AM 

REED, RALPH R.; age 76; of Sylvan Lake; passed away April 8, 2010. 


 


 

ROSEMARY MAYER

Saturday, April 10, 2010 3:57 AM 

MAYER, ROSEMARY; age 80; born on November 12, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on April 8, 2010 in West Bloomfield, Michigan. 


 


 

Ralph Carl Haines May 27, 1924-April 5, 2010

Thursday, April 8, 2010 11:53 AM 

Ralph Carl Haines, 85, of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Monroe County, passed away April 5 at the Texas State Veterans Nursing Home in Floresville, Texas.


 


 

Raymond D. Huber

Thursday, April 8, 2010 9:12 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Raymond D. Huber, 54, of Cheboygan, passed away April 3, 2010. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date is his honor. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune.


 


 

Reverend Lavern Washington Sr.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Richard A. Brachel, 97

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 8:04 AM 

Richard A. Brachel, 97, of Charlevoix, died Saturday, April 3, 2010, at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix.


 


 

Richard D. Gasco

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Richard Edmund Hintz *

72, of Bath, state police computer programmer, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. today at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Laingsburg. 


 


 

Richard W. Carmen

Sunday, April 4, 2010 8:25 AM 

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Riley Faith Rule

Riley Faith Rule Riley Faith Rule (Reid) passed peacefully in the arms of family on April 8, 2010. She was born on March 12, 2010 and spent four weeks at the University of Michigan hospital. Riley has seen the face of God and is now perfect in heaven. She is now an angel to us all! Riley is the daughter of Eric and Jenny Rule (Reid). She is survived by four siblings; Eric, Madeleine, Christian, and Lily. Riley is the 17th grandchild of Jay and Jerry Gilroy and Patrick Reid, and the 10th grandchild of Rick and Linda Rule. Riley gave us a lifetime of love during her short time on earth. Her life has brought so many of us closer to God and we rejoice knowing she is in the arms of the Father! Forever in HIS grip! The celebration of Riley's life will begin on Monday, April 12th with a visitation from 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in East Lansing.


 


 

Robert R. Wiacek

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 8:16 AM 

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Robert W. Thompson

Wednesday, March 31, 2010 7:00 AM 

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Robert William "Bob" Hulverson CMSgt (Ret)

Friday, April 2, 2010 6:46 AM 

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Roger Lee Clapp

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:39 AM 

Roger Lee Clapp, age 54, passed away in College Station, Texas, Wednesday, April 7, 2010, after a courageous battle.


 


 

Rose Marie Rombach Nov. 24, 1931-April 8, 2010

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:33 AM 

Rose Marie Rombach, 78 years, of Samaria, MI, passed away Thursday April 8, 2010, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg.


 


 

Rose Rombach Died April 8, 2010

Thursday, April 8, 2010 11:50 AM

Rose Rombach, 78, of Samaria, died this morning at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg, Ohio. Services are pending at Bedford Funeral Chapel. 


 


 

Russell Lewis Smallwood

Thursday, April 1, 2010 6:56 AM

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Ruth Lucile Barnett

Thursday, April 8, 2010 10:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruth Lucile Barnett, age 93, of Tecumseh, formerly of Adrian, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at Lynwood Manor. She was born May 30, 1916, in Athens, Ohio,to John and Mary Gertrude (May) Potts. On May 27, 1934, she married Woodard Barnett. He preceded her in death on Oct. 12, 1972. Ruth was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene, Adrian. She had been employed by Bixby Hospital for 20 years, retiring in 1983. Ruth is survived by two sons, Lewis Barnett of Tempe, Ariz., and James (Ella) Barnett of Tecumseh; six grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 22 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Woodard, she was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Raymond, Carl and Lewis; two sisters, Carrie and Naomi; and a great-granddaughter, Jessica Barnett. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 12, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Pastor Mike Dunson officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.                   You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.  


 


 

Sally (Sarah Kay Olert)

Friday, April 9, 2010 8:12 AM

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Sally Jane Pollard

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:14 AM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Sally Jane Pollard, 72, of Ontonagon, died Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at the Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital.


 


 

Sandra "Sandy" Lee Weaver

Friday, April 2, 2010 6:46 AM 

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Scott A. Wolf

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Scott A. Wolf Scott A. Wolf, age 51, April 7, 2010. Beloved son of Willie and the late Bernice (Penick). Loving brother of Paul R. and the late Mark W. He worked for 30 years as a technical representative for several copier companies. He was very knowledgeable about computers and was always willing to help others with computer problems. He was an all around helper to his neighbors and friends. His favorite sport was bowling, with two 300 games to his credit. He also enjoyed watching golf, football and sports car racing. Scott also enjoyed cooking and being with his family. He was cherished by many friends. His wish was to be cremated. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, April 17 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 30003 Ryan Road, Warren. The family will receive guests from 10 a.m. until the time of service, 11 a.m. A luncheon will follow in the fellowship hall. Generations Funeral & Cremation Services.


 


 

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Seeri J. Ruotsala

Thursday, April 8, 2010 1:32 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Seeri J. Ruotsala, 91, of Hannu Road, Ironwood Township, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, April 6, 2010, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Shirley A. Marsh

Sunday, April 4, 2010 8:25 AM 

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Steven R. Anthony, 60

Thursday, April 8, 2010 10:17 AM

Steven R. Anthony, 60, of Boyne Falls, died at his home on April 5, 2010, surrounded by his family, after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. 


 


 

Steven Romane Anthony, 60

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 8:37 AM 

Steven Romane Anthony, 60, of Boyne Falls, passed away on April 5, 2010, at his home. 


 


 

Terry A. Kremkow

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Terry A. Kremkow Terry A. Kremkow, age 63, died April 8, 2010. Beloved husband of Barbara Kremkow. Dearest father of Amanda Kremkow and Heather (Paul) Bucchare. Proud grandfather of Emily, Maggie and Grace. Dear brother of Richard Aleman. Member of Local 412 and Local 58. Memorial visitation will be held Sun. 2 p.m. until time of service, 6 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Road. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Thomas R. Mertz

Thomas R. Mertz, 67, of Gladwin, passed away after a short illness, on Sunday, April 4, 2010 at MidMichigan Medical Center"Midland.


 


 

Toni A. Rice

Thursday, April 8, 2010 1:33 AM 

MELLEN, Wis. -- Toni A. Rice, 76, a lifelong Upson resident, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at Mellen Manor Nursing Home in Mellen, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease. 


 


 

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will be today, April 10, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home in Kalkaska. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 6 p.m.A graveside service will be held Monday, April 12, at 1 p.m. at Parkview Memorial Cemetery in Livonia.The family is being served by the Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home of Kalkaska.


 


 

Venatta Edith (Wolfe) Reames

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Vicki L. Hiar

Monday, April 5, 2010 9:01 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Vicki Hiar, 55, of Grand Rapids and formerly of Carp Lake, died late Sunday evening April 4, 2010 at the Mackinac Straits Hospital Health Care Center in St. Ignace. Private gravside services are being planed with burial in Carp Lake Township Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday’s Tribune.


 


 

Vicki L. Hiar 55

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 10:39 AM 

Vicki Hiar, 55, of Grand Rapids, and formerly of Carp Lake, died late Sunday evening, April 4, 2010, at the Mackinac Straits Hospital Health Care Center in St. Ignace.


 


 

Vinson Albert Calkins

Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:46 AM 

Vinson Albert Calkins was born in Frenchtown Township on May 30, 1922. He was the son of the late Edgar Russell and the late Georgianna (St. Pierre) Calkins. He attended the Loranger and Stoney Creek Schools.


 


 

Vinson Calkins April 9, 2010

Friday, April 9, 2010 11:41 AM 

Vinson Calkins, 87, of Monroe died at 6:45 this morning at Mercy Nursing Center. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

Virgie Fay Russo

Saturday, April 10, 2010 6:36 AM 

Virgie Fay Russo Virgie Fay Russo, age 92. April 8, 2010. Wife of the late Anthony. Mother of Ann (Jerry) Randazzo, Kathy King, Tony (Ronnie), Doug, Kerry, Ginny (Jack) Wilson, Jim (Sheila) and the late Larry Russo (Vita (Gary Brunke)). Grandmother of 16 and great-grandmother of 23. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. Funeral service Monday 11 a.m. at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (north of 10 Mile Road). Private family interment, Rock Falls Cemetery, Sand Beach Township, Mich. Share a memory at www.bcfh.com.


 


 

Virginia Ellison Boswell *

91, of East Lansing, retired Redford Union High School teacher and counselor, died Thursday. Memorial services 2 p.m. April 18 at All Saints Episcopal Church, East Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing.


 


 

Walter 'Pete' Glenn

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 10:27 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Walter “Pete” Glenn, age 81, of Tecumseh passed away April 6, 2010. Mr. Glenn was born Feb. 6, 1929, in Raisin Township, Mich., the son of Charles and Eleanor (Bielatowicz) Glenn. On June 12, 1954, he married Sally Bale in Tipton, Mich. She survives. Pete served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a retiree of the Ford Motor Company, Rawsonville Plant. Pete was a member of the First Baptist Church of Tecumseh. Besides his wife, Sally, Pete is survived by three children, June (Jeffrey) Elwell of Onsted, Jane (Jeffrey) Shirk of Dansville, Mich., and Michael (Kelli) Glenn of Ypsilanti; sisters, Sophie Bailey of Tecumseh and Frances Holmes of Adrian; seven grandchildren and one great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers and sisters, Frank, Joseph, Verna, and two in infancy. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 9, 2010, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Revs. Alan Maki and Clayton Carn officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 8, 2010, and also one hour prior to the service on Friday at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Tecumseh, Southern Care Hospice of Jackson or a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.    


 


 

Willard D. Blackburn *

77, of Lansing, formerly of Mason, retired welder and press operator, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. today at Community Baptist Church, Grand Ledge. Arrangements by Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. 


 


 

Willard W. Fox

Willard W. Fox Eaton Rapids Age 90, passed away at his home on April 8, 2010. He was born April 1, 1920 in Charlotte, MI to Jesse and Beatrice (Lightner) Fox. He lived in Kalkaska, MI for many years where he met his bride of 68 years, Winifred Maxine Cross. Willard was a farmer, refrigeration/maintenance man for Miller Dairy Farms for 26 years and retired from Ingham Regional Medical Center in 1993 as a power plant operator. He enjoyed working side by side with his wife, farming, raising sheep and chickens and giving away and selling eggs and hay. The family would like to express their appreciation for the kind and loving support from McLaren Hospice, especially, Joan, Missy and Stephany. They would also like to thank Willard's care givers, Mark Whitaker and family, Steve Murray, Ralph Murray, Lynette Allen, Frank Johnson, Tiffany Rich and Jackie Johnson. Many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors will miss his witty sense of humor. Willard is survived by his son, Dean (Nancy) Fox of Wheatfield, IN; grandson, Troy (Dawn) Fox; granddaughter, Tina (Ed) Harrington; great-grandchildren, Zachary Fox, Stefani Giebudowski, Devin and Teri Harrington; brother, Dale (Mary) Fox of Eaton Rapids; nieces, Janice (Gary) Mahan of Eaton Rapids and Carolyn Goff of Florida. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Winifred in 2008. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday April 12, 2010, at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids, with Minister Lonnie Cox officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Interment will be at Dimondale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ele's Place, 600 W. St. Joseph Ste 1G, Lansing, MI, or the Greater Lansing Food Bank, PO Box 16224 Lansing, MI, in memory of Willard Fox.


 


 

William A. Watson

Sunday, April 4, 2010 8:25 AM 

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William Ellsworth

Thursday, April 1, 2010 6:56 AM 

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William J. Klein

William J. Klein Portland Age 86, passed away on Friday, April 9, 2010. He was born at his farm house in Portland Township on September 4, 1923 the son of Harry and Agnes (Willems) Klein, Sr. Growing up in the Klein family Bill was taught at an early age the importance of farm ethics. He devoted his life to family and friends. He was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and lifetime usher. Bill was a lifetime member of the Portland Knights of Columbus Council #2168, the Farm Bureau, and WKAR TV. He loved going north to his cabin to hunt and fish. He also spent much time traveling the northern and southern states. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert Klein; sister, Mary Ann Klein. Surviving are his brothers, Joseph H. (Patricia) Klein of Portland and Harry W. Klein, Jr. of Portland; 1 niece; 3 nephews; several great and great-great nieces and nephews. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, April 12, 2010 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Portland with Rev. Larry King, Pastor presiding. Rite of Committal will follow at Portland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Homes, Portland from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday. A rosary will be prayed at 3 p.m. and there will be a Scriptural Wake Service held at 8 p.m. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Fr. Flohe Foundation or to the St. Patrick Parish Boiler Fund in memory of William J. Klein. Online condolences may be made at


 


 

William M. Weinlander Feb. 9, 1921-April 8, 2010

Friday, April 9, 2010 11:41 AM 

Blissfield: William M. Weinlander, 89, of Blissfield passed way on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Wilma M. Rose

Wilma M. Rose, 92, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2010. 


 


 

YVONNE JONES

Saturday, April 10, 2010 3:57 AM 

JONES, YVONNE; 82; recently of Imlay City; died Thursday, April 8, 2010; at Lapeer Regional Medical Center.


 


 

Zelma E. Schumaker

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 6:49 AM 

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1 comment:

Unknown said...

My family likes to do cremation instead of burying. I was wondering if knew of any cremation services in Denver, CO? I had an uncle pass away.

 

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