Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Michigan Obituaries 07/13/2010


 

Agnes H. Thornton *

84, of Elsie, died Sunday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns. 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Barbara Bishop

No Description Available! 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Betty C. Rupp

No Description Available! 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Carol C. Pearl *

75, of Grand Ledge, retired Shultz-Snyder & Steele Lumber purchasing agent, died Sunday. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

Charles F. Jacobs *

92, of East Lansing, died Saturday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Claretta Marie "Clare" Rogers *

67, of Morrice, nurse, died Sunday. Memorial services 11 a.m. Saturday at Our Savior Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso.


 


 

Clark A. Reynolds

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:29 AM 

Oct. 27, 1943 - July 10, 2010 Clark A. Reynolds, age 66, of Farwell, passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 10, 2010.


 


 


 

DENNIS F BRANT

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

BRANT, DENNIS F.; of Waterford; July 11, 2010; at 66 years of age. 


 


 

Diane Leffingwell

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:29 AM 

March 26, 1956 - July 9, 2010 Diane passed away Friday, July 9th, 2010, with her loving husband at her bedside holding hands at Woodland Hospice in Mt. Pleasant.


 


 


 


 

Donald G. Maurer *

73, of Charlotte, retired construction worker, died Saturday. Services 1 p.m. today at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.


 


 


 


 

Donald William Luomala

No Description Available!


 


 

Doris Y. Bock

Doris Y. Bock, 75, passed away Monday, July 5, 2010 at her home with her family at her side following a brief illness. She was born on Jan. 29, 1935 in Albright Shores to the late Earl and Mary (Crowell) Woodruff.


 


 

Dorothy Marie Mladucky

No Description Available! 


 


 

Douglas James Warwick

Sunday, July 11, 2010 7:51 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Earl T. Helton

Sunday, July 11, 2010 7:51 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Edward Neil Melavey

Thursday, July 1, 2010 11:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Eleonore Olko

Monday, July 12, 2010 8:55 PM 

Eleonore Olko Eleonore Olko, age 92, a resident of Warren, died July 10, 2010, at her residence. She was born October 16, 1917, in Detroit, Mich. Eleonore was a former Chrysler Corporation employee. She is survived by her son, Robert (Lorraine); daughter-in-law, Geraldine Olko; 8 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; sister, Alice Moore. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph H.; son, Joseph; siblings, Clara Jankowski, Irene Kawpek and Helen Kankowski. Visitation Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. rosary at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Road, Warren. Funeral service Wednesday, July 14, 2010, 9:45 a.m. at the funeral home before 10:15 a.m. Mass at St. Louise Church in Warren. Burial Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township.


 


 

Eli A. Cowan

No Description Available! 


 


 

Elizabeth "Betty" Hintzman

Thursday, July 8, 2010 8:05 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Elizabeth Agnes Latuszek

Friday, July 9, 2010 10:47 AM

Mrs. Elizabeth Agnes Latuszek, lifelong resident of Gaylord, died Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at the age of 72. 


 


 

Elsie E. Andary

Monday, July 12, 2010 8:55 PM

Elsie E. Andary Elsie E. Andary, age 71, died July 10, 2010. Beloved wife of Pete. Dearest mother of Mansour (Debbie), Donna (Jim) Hawersaat, and Mark (Firyil). Dear grandmother of Nathan, Brian, Gina, Anna, Peter, Amy, John, David, Paul, and Jaclyn. Dear sister of Patty (Jim) Yike, Peggy Linder, and Jim (Dee) Kaleto. Visitation Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Tuesday prayers at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township. Instate Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Ronald Catholic Church, Clinton Township. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory of Elsie at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Emory Gordon Newman *

80, of Grand Ledge, Korean War Army veteran, retired General Motors employee, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. today at Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. 


 


 

Ernest William Crossman

No Description Available! 


 


 

Everen C. "Wimp" Badley

Saturday, July 10, 2010 7:03 AM 

No Description Available!


 


 

Everett Edison Harris Dec. 12, 1917-July 6, 2010

Saturday, July 10, 2010 1:22 AM 

Everett Edison Harris was born in LaFollette, Tenn. on Dec. 12, 1917. He was the son of the late Alvis McClellan and the late Amanda Richardson. 


 


 

Fabian Castillo, 72

Monday, July 12, 2010 5:30 AM - Staff reports 

Fabian Martin Castillo Sr., age 72, of Fennville died Saturday, July 10, 2010. Visitation will be from 10:00AM – Noon (family speaking at 11:30AM) Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at Holland First Assembly of God 1331 East 16th Street. A graveside service with military honors will be at Restlawn Memorial Gardens following the visitation. 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.


 


 

Faye L. Spears

Friday, July 9, 2010 7:03 AM 

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Frank Lambert, 92

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 7:51 AM 

A graveside service for Frank Lambert will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 10, at Curtiss Cemetery, Springvale Township, Petoskey. A lunch will follow at Lambert's Landing (Frank's home) immediately after the graveside service.


 


 

Frederick A. Roueche

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 10:36 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

A burial for Frederick A. Roueche, formerly of Mackinaw City, will be held on Tuesday, July 13 at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery.


 


 

Frederick A. Roueche, 69

Thursday, July 8, 2010 9:21 AM 

A graveside service for former Mackinaw City resident Frederick A. Roueche, 69, of Owego, N.Y., will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 13, at the Mackinaw City cemetery. The Rev. Dave Wallace of the Church of the Straits will officiate. 


 


 

Fredrick Wayne Breault

Fredrick Wayne Breault, 88, of Gladwin passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2010. He was born on Aug. 13, 1921 in Gladwin, to Edward & Laura (Cronk) Breault. He married Agnes Newman in Gladwin, on July 17, 1941. She preceded him in death in 2004.


 


 

GEORGE E MILLER

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

MILLER, GEORGE E.; age 70; of Walled Lake; died July 11, 2010.


 


 

Garth Anne Schiffer, 79

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 9:12 AM 

Garth Anne Schiffer, age 79, of Cross Village, died July 5, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 


 


 

Gary Duane Dell

Gary Duane Dell, 68, of Beaverton passed away at his home after a long illness, on Monday, July 5, 2010. He was born on Oct. 7, 1941 in Beaverton to Howard & Eleanore (Priebe) Dell. He married Judie Ayre on Aug. 14, 1964 in Texas.


 


 

Gary Grant Draveling II

Saturday, July 10, 2010 7:03 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gary Lynn Wilkins, 67

Friday, July 9, 2010 10:19 AM 

Gary Lynn Wilkins, 67, of Harbor Springs, born Nov. 7, 1942, in Flint, passed away July 8, 2010, at Hiland Cottage of Hospice of Little Traverse Bay in Petoskey. 


 


 

George Graves, 65

Saturday, July 10, 2010 8:31 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

George N. Graves, age 65, of Holland, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack on Wednesday, July 7, 2010. Cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 1 St. Peter’s Drive, Douglas. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Mulder Chapel, www.lifestorynet.com.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Gerald Thompson *

92, of Grand Ledge, retired farmer, died Saturday. Services 3 p.m. Friday at Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa. 


 


 

Gerald Wilfred Poirier

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gertrude Van Dreumel

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gordon Keith Glaza

Sunday, July 11, 2010 7:51 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Harold C. Malanson Dec. 29, 1922- July 8, 2010

Sunday, July 11, 2010 12:38 AM 

Harold C. Malanson, age 87 of Saline, and formerly of Bedford Twp., died Thursday, July 8 in the Evangelical Home, Saline. 


 


 

Harold I. Thompson *

84, of Charlotte, retired machinist, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. Friday at Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

Harold Lynn Putnam *

81, of Ithaca, Davis Ford (Ithaca) auto salesman, died Saturday. Memorial services 10 a.m. Tuesday at New Haven United Brethren Church. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca Chapel. 


 


 

Harold R. Mack

No Description Available! 


 


 

Helen Welch Bourbonais

Saturday, July 10, 2010 7:03 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Henry Charles VanHaverveck

Thursday, July 8, 2010 8:05 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Henry J. Hofner

Monday, July 12, 2010 8:55 PM 

Henry J. Hofner Henry J. Hofner, age 80, of Mount Clemens, has passed away. He served his country in Germany and was a member of the Mount Clemens AMVETS. He is survived by his loving wife, Donna; children, Wendy, Amy and Stacy; step-children, Patti and Mike. Brother of Raymond and Lorry.


 


 

Hillary J. Everson Oct. 8, 1915-July 6, 2010

Thursday, July 8, 2010 11:34 AM 

Hillary J. Everson, 94, of Monroe, passed away at 9:42 PM, Tuesday, July 6, 2010, in the Mercy Memorial Nursing Center. He had been in poor health since entering the center in October.


 


 

Hope M.Hiller

Friday, July 9, 2010 7:03 AM 

No Description Available!


 


 

ILENE JUDITH NICHOLAS

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

NICHOLAS, ILENE JUDITH; age 67; July 10, 2010. 


 


 

ILLENE JUDITH NICHOLAS

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

NICHOLAS, ILLENE JUDITH; age 67; July 10, 2010. 


 


 

Ilene Judith Nicholas

Monday, July 12, 2010 3:48 PM 

NICHOLAS, ILENE JUDITH; age 67; July 10, 2010. Beloved wife of Charles Hazel of Farmington Hills; dear sister of Karen Nicholas of Royal Oak; pre-deceased by her parents James E. and Judith A. Nicholas.


 


 

Irene R. Sopha

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:48 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Iva Joy Fuller

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:29 AM 

June 6, 1985 - July 9, 2010 Iva Joy Fuller, 25, of Mt. Pleasant passed away July 9, 2010. 


 


 

JAMES EDWARD "Foots" WASHINGTON Sr

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

WASHINGTON, JAMES EDWARD "Foots" Sr.; age 64; passed away Wednesday July 7, 2010; at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland. 


 


 

JERRY M COLITON

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

COLITON, JERRY M.; age 65; of Commerce Twp.; died July 10, 2010. 


 


 

JOHN H KUMPULA

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

KUMPULA, JOHN H.; age 67; of White Lake, formerly of Onaway; July 8, 2010. 


 


 

Jack D. Kiplinger *

73, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Charlotte, retired welder, died Sunday. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte.


 


 

Jack F. Ehlinger

Thursday, July 8, 2010 8:05 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

James A. Fairchild

Saturday, July 10, 2010 2:13 AM - Jef Rietsma 

James A. Fairchild, 89, of Three Rivers, passed away Friday, July 9, 2010, at Three Rivers Health. He was born April 6, 1921, on the family farm in Florence Township, a son of Ernest and Florence M. (Kelley) Fairchild. On May 20, 1948, he married Thelma Weber at the Centreville Presbyterian Church. Jim worked and operated the family farm until he retired in 1985. He also worked as a Three Rivers Hospital attendant. Jim was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Three Rivers/Centreville, where he worked at one time or another on each board. He served on the Lockport Township Board  for 22 yrs, 13 as its treasurer; the Lockport-Fabius Park Fire Board  for 17 years; and the Agricultural Stabilization Committee for more than 20 years. Jim was a St. Joseph Farm Bureau lifetime member, and Junior Farm Bureau and St. Joseph County 4-H leader. Jim also served on the Gov. G. Mennon Williams Agricultural Advisory Board. Surviving Jim are his wife, Thelma Fairchild; daughters Carla Jean (Will) McDonald of Bennettsville,  S.C., and Louann (Lee) Bitely of Bitely; son Charles Fairchild of Sturgis; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and sister Lola Musser of Portage.   He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister Kathleen Fairchild. Relatives and friends will be received from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville, where religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, with Pastor Marilyn Schlimgen, First Congregational United Church of Christ, Constantine, officiating.   Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Three Rivers. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph County 4-H or Centreville FFA. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

James Leroy Spencer

James Leroy Spencer, 68, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2010, surrounded by his family and friends, at Metro Hospital in Wyoming, Michigan. He was born on July 17, 1941, in Beaverton to Otis & Bertha (Lake) Spencer.


 


 

James R. Johnston

Sunday, July 11, 2010 7:51 AM

No Description Available! 


 


 

Janet Virginia Dolan Schroeder

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 7:05 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jean A. Robbins

Sunday, July 11, 2010 7:51 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jean Francis Malkowicz, 92

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 9:01 AM 

Jean Francis Malkowicz, 92, of Boyne Falls, passed away July 2, 2010, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. 


 


 

Jesse M. Berley

Sunday, July 11, 2010 9:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jesse M. Berley, 89, of Palm Bay, Fla., formerly of Adrian, went to be with the Lord on July 7, 2010. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Daryl Etheridge officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian, with full graveside military service conducted by the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Wuesthoff Hospice, 1116 Geiger St., Rockledge, FL 32955. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Jimmie J. Risden July 17, 1939-July 8, 2010

Friday, July 9, 2010 11:36 AM 

Jimmie J. Risden, 70, of Monroe, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Jimmy Junior Risden July 8, 2010

Thursday, July 8, 2010 11:33 AM 

Jimmy Junior Risden, 70, of Monroe died at 5:56 this morning at his home. 


 


 

Joel E. Rollins

Monday, July 12, 2010 11:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joel E. Rollins, 61, of Coldwater, died Saturday, July 10, 2010 at The Laurels of Coldwater. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor David Pierce from the First Baptist Church officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, prior to the service, beginning at 10 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. Joel was born April 3, 1949 in Happy, Kent. to Thomas and Matria (Millard) Rollins. Mr. Rollins worked for the Bronson Post Office delivering mail for many years. He graduated from Coldwater High School in 1967 and served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Joel was a member of the Quincy American Legion and the Knight of Pythius. He was known by many as “Dr. Death” or “Big Daddy” and was a stranger to no one. Joel was a phenomenal artist in many different mediums, especially drawing and enjoyed playing softball, golf and going fishing. He was an avid Detroit fan and enjoyed music, but most of all he enjoyed his two grandchildren. Joel is survived by his son Chris Rollins, his grandchildren Peyton and Jacob Rollins, all of Coldwater, his former wife Judy (Milliman) Bradley, his half brother Luke Rollins and many cousins. He was preceded in death by both parents. Memorials may be directed to the family to help with funeral expenses. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the families online guestbook.


 


 

John Charles Orban

Sunday, July 11, 2010 9:13 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John Charles Orban, 69, of Tecumseh, formerly of Allen Park, passed away Friday, July 9, 2010, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. Funeral services for John will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 9950 Ridge Highway, Britton, with Pastor Doug Adams officiating. Interment will take place on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at the Michigan Memorial Cemetery in Flat Rock. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4 to 9 p.m. and also on Wednesday from 2 to 9 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, 1448 Short St., Tecumseh, intersecting at the corner of 333 Occidental Highway.  Visitation will also take place on Thursday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

John Marone, 63

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 5:30 AM - Staff reports 

John K. Marone, age 63, of Allegan, died Sunday morning, July 11, 2010, at Faith Hospice-Trillium Woods. Honoring John’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford www.pedersonfuneral home.com   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.


 


 

Jon A. Lund

Friday, July 9, 2010 2:05 AM 

RAMSAY, Mich. -- Jon A. Lund, 52, of Ramsay, died Saturday, July 3, 2010, in Ramsay. 


 


 

Josephine Cencich

Friday, July 9, 2010 7:03 AM 

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Kathleen R. Dusseau

Friday, July 9, 2010 7:03 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Keith Harold Shulters

Monday, July 12, 2010 10:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

“If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself.”   Keith went to be with the Lord on Saturday July, 10, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Frieda Shulters. He served in the Marines before becoming a truck driver; he then retired to his garden where he planted beautiful flowers and vegetables. Keith — “Dad, ”Grandpa” — loved each and every one of us in his own way. Also surviving are his brother, Leon Shulters; six loving daughters, Sharon Smith (Steve Van Pelt), Linda Reckner (Ron), Phyllis Smith (Bill), Patricia Blanchard, Julie Miller (Larry), Doris Kreighbaum; 17 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Family and friends may gather to remember Keith on Tuesday, July, 13, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci. Memorial contributions can be made to Sunshine Children’s Home Maumee, Ohio. Shawn and Shane’s favorite saying from Grandpa:   “Don’t Forget to Visit the Old Folks.”


 


 

Kenneth G. Fisher Jr.

Sunday, July 11, 2010 9:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Kenneth G. Fisher Jr., 64, of North Adams died on Wednesday, July 7, 2010, as a result of an automobile accident. Funeral services for Kenneth will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, July 12, 2010, at the Anderson Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Yeutter officiating. Burial will be at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held from 1 to 2:45 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Hillsdale. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

LOUISE ADAMS

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

ADAMS, LOUISE; age 85; of Waterford Township; went to meet the Lord on July 11, 2010; in the care of her family in her Waterford home. 


 


 

Laura E. Lauth

Sunday, July 11, 2010 7:51 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Laura J. LeVasseur, 63

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 9:00 AM 

Laura J. LeVasseur, 63, of Charlevoix, died Friday, July 2, 2010, at her home. 


 


 

Lavina M. "Jerrie" Mahaney

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 8:37 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Leo F. Zawacki March 23, 1928-July 6, 2010

Thursday, July 8, 2010 11:34 AM

Leo F. Zawacki, age 82, of Maybee, MI. passed away July 6, 2010 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. He had been ill for 4 months. 


 


 

Leslie Charles Wuorinen

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:51 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Leslie Charles Wuorinen, 75, Sunset Road, Ironwood Township, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2010, in Ironwood surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Lillian M. Swihart

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 3:01 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lillian M. Swihart, 78, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday morning, July 11, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Aug. 18, 1931, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Clarence and Lucile (Berry) Walters. Lillian was a lifelong Sturgis-area resident and a graduate of Brighton High School in Brighton, Ind., with the class of 1950. On Oct. 5, 1952, she married Melvin K. Stukey. This marriage ended in divorce, and he preceded her in death on May 4, 2008. On Nov. 8, 1975, she was united in marriage with Stewart D. Swihart Sr. in Sturgis. He died Aug. 29, 2009. She had been employed by the First National Bank in Sturgis from 1971 until her retirement in 1990. Prior to that she had been employed by J.C. Penney in Sturgis from 1948-1965. She was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sturgis where she taught Sunday school from 1953-1963 and served as president of Lutherettes in 1963 and had also served as president of the Ladies Mission Circle. Lillian was always very active in the Sturgis community. Some of her involvements included holding the office of president with the Sturgis Band and Orchestra Parents Association in 1970, the Modern Mother’s Club, Sturgis Hospital Auxiliary 1994-1996, Sturgis Women’s Club, 1996-1998 and the Sturgis Hospital Medical Scholarship Guild. She served as treasurer of the Sturgis Hospital Medical Scholarship Guild and the Sturgis Women’s Club. She was a charter member of the Sturgis Hospital Popcorn Guild. Lillian was named Sturgis Citizen of the Year in 1998 and received the Sturgis Exchange Club Book of Golden Deeds in 1995. Lillian was instrumental in the establishment of the Tree of Love at the Sturgis Hospital. She is survived by a daughter, Christine (Duane) Gonser of Sturgis; a son, Jon (Cara Davis) Stukey of Sturgis; four grandchildren, April (Galen) Geigley, Andrew Mathews, Steven Mathews and Tori Stukey; three great-grandchildren, Carina Geigley, Cierra Geigley and Jonathan Mathews; a sister, Donna (Frank) Krontz of Sturgis; a brother, Clarence (Elaine) Walters of Quincy; a stepson, Stew (Donna) Swihart II of Howe, Ind.; three step-grandchildren, Scott Swihart, Steven (Lisa) Swihart and Cathy (Kurt) Stevens; longtime close and caring friend, Joyce Shinn of Sturgis; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today and 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Lillian M. Swihart will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Cary Grant of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Swihart’s memory consider the American Diabetes Association, 648 Monroe Ave. NW, Suite 004, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 or the St. John’s Lutheran Church, 11078 E. Lafayette St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Lillian Mary Martindale

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:48 AM 

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Lillian 'Lois' Jordan

Monday, July 12, 2010 10:02 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lillian “Lois” Jordan, 95, of Lansing, formerly of Macon, passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2010, at 5:40 a.m., at the Grand Haven Living Center, Lansing. Services are pending at the Tecumseh Chapel of the Handler Funeral Homes.


 


 

Linda J. Herr

Monday, July 12, 2010 11:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Linda J. Herr, 54, of Union City, passed away at her home Thursday, July 8, 2010. A gathering of family and friends will be held Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Union City. Memorial services will be held at a later date.


 


 

Lois Jordan

Lois Jordan Lansing Lois Jordan, age 95 of Lansing, formerly of Clinton, died Sunday, July 11, 2010 at the Grandhaven Living Center, Lansing with her loving family at her bedside. She was born in Livingston, TN on July 19, 1914, the daughter of Sidney and Sallie (Clark) Harward. She was united in marriage with Truman Jordan on January 5, 1936 in Livingston and he preceded her in death on December 5, 1996. Lois moved to Lansing from Clinton in 1992. She attended the Lansing Trinity Methodist Church and was a member of the Lansing Area Patchers, and a former member of Adrian Quilt Guild. Lois lived on a farm near Macon, MI for many years where she raised chickens and sold their eggs. Lois is survived by a daughter, Lenora (Gene) Rathbun of Lansing; a son, Truman H. (Linda) Jordan of Mt. Vernon, Iowa; six grandchildren, Cindy (Dirk) Case, Paul (Brenda) Rathbun, Jim (Rachel) Rathbun, Jenny (Eric Wood) Jordan, Jackie (Andy) Morrical, and Joy (Mark Johnson) Jordan; twelve great-grandchildren, Joshua (Natalie) Case, Amanda Case, Ben, Sam, Allyssa, James, Shalyn, and Jeremiah Rathbun, Sam and Emma Jordan-Wood, and Matt and Mandie Morrical. In addition to her husband, Truman, Lois was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and two sisters. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes, 313 W. Pottawatamie St. Tecumseh, MI 49286, on Friday, July 16, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. The Funeral Service will be on Saturday, July 17 at 1:00 p.m. at the Macon United Methodist Church, 11964 Macon Hwy. Clinton, MI 49236, with Rev. Lance Ness officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 12 noon until service time. Interment will follow at Macon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Macon United Methodist Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at


 


 

Loretta E. (Lorraine) Daniel, 90

Monday, July 12, 2010 9:21 AM 

Loretta E. (Lorraine) Daniel, 90, of Petoskey, died July 9, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.


 


 

Lorraine A. Serafino

Monday, July 12, 2010 8:55 PM 

Lorraine A. Serafino Lorraine A. Serafino, age 76, passed away July 11, 2010. Dear mother of Nadine (Detlef), Roseann (Michael), Laura (William), Christine (Dale), Michael (Laura), Margaret (Kevin), Julieann (Robert) and Kathleen (Jay). Cherished grandmother of 25; great-grandmother of 17. Loving sister of Rosemarie. Visitation Tuesday and Wednesday, 1-9 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Road, Redford. Funeral service Thursday, 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Please share a memory with the family at www.harrjwillfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Louise Adams

Monday, July 12, 2010 3:48 PM 

ADAMS, LOUISE; age 85; of Waterford Township; went to meet the Lord on July 11, 2010; in the care of her family in her Waterford home.


 


 

Louise M. Nickoll

Friday, July 9, 2010 7:03 AM 

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Lowell L. Dennison March 6, 1928-July 10, 2010

Monday, July 12, 2010 11:35 AM 

Lowell L. Dennison, 82, of Toledo, formerly of Monroe, died Saturday.


 


 

MARK A FRIEDRICH

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

FRIEDRICH, MARK A.; age 50; of Auburn Hills; entered eternal life on July 11, 2010. 


 


 

MaKayla M. Currier *

14, of Carson City, Carson City Crystal Schools student, died Sunday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at Lux & Schnepp Funeral Home, Carson City.


 


 

Makayla M. Currier

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:29 AM 

Jan. 22, 1996 - July 11, 2010 Makayla M. Currier, age 14, of Carson City, passed away Sunday, July 11, 2010 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids.


 


 

Margaret F. Thiele

Thursday, July 8, 2010 12:37 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Margaret (Marge) Frances Thiele, age 90, of Sturgis, passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at Sturgis Hospital. She was born July 14, 1919, in Chicago, a daughter of the late Anthony L. and Margaret (Miller) Schuster. Marge started her career in Chicago, working as a secretary in an advertising agency. There, she met Frederic W. Thiele Sr. They were married in 1941. During the early 1940s she was stationed with her husband on U.S. Army assignments in St. Louis, Seattle, Yokohama, Japan, and Fort Sheridan, Ill.  In 1942, they made Brookside Farm, Colon, their permanent home. In 1984, Marge moved to Sturgis. While living in Colon, she was an active member of the Colon Garden Club, the Colon library board, local school PTA’s, and was a founding member of St. Barbara’s Catholic Church. Marge enjoyed gatherings, gardening, oil painting, traveling and volunteer work for her church, the St. Joseph County Council on Aging and the Pregnancy Crisis Line. While a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church for the past 25 years, she had been very active in the altar society, Holy Angels Seniors and prayer circles. She enjoyed 20 years of traveling that took her all over the world: Israel, Russia, Egypt, Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Ireland and all throughout the British Isles.  Her painting also brought her much joy. She not only painted, but also attended many art classes, and exhibited her art in shows at the Sturges Young Auditorium. She was married to Frederic William Thiele Sr. for 34 years. He preceded her in death on April 19, 1975. Surviving Marge are her children, Carolyn (Kenneth) Hall of St. Simons Island, Ga., and Anne (Richard) Messner of Sturgis; daughter-in-law Elizabeth Jane (Thiele) Pinder of Conifer, Colo.; a goddaughter, Margaret (George) Dinklenburg of Libertyville, Ill.; five grandchildren, Elizabeth (Mark) Knudsen of Rockport, Mass., Stephanie (Benjamin) Bolton of Sautee, Ga., Anthony (Kate) Messner of Sturgis, Frederic (Brianne) Thiele of Dusseldorf, Germany, and Michael Pinder of Conifer; great-grandchildren Kai and Masha Knudsen, Adelyn, Clayton, and Aubrey Bolton, and Aiden and Giselle Thiele. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Frederic William Thiele Jr.; father and mother-in-law, Victor and Ida Thiele; and three sisters, Dolores (LeRoy) Scheffner, Lucille Schuster and Rosemary Schuster. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Home Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis.   A Rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. A Funeral Mass celebrating the life of Margaret F. Thiele will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis, with the Rev. Father Richard Altine, celebrant. Graveside services will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Edwards Catholic Cemetery in Mendon.   The family suggests memorial donations be directed to Holy Angels Catholic Church or St. Edwards Catholic Cemetery Fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.


 


 

Maria Waara

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:52 AM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Maria Waara, 80, of Paynesville, entered her heavenly home on Saturday, July 10, 2010, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital-Long Term Care Unit, where she had been a resident for the last three months. 


 


 

Marian Lundy, 79

Sunday, July 11, 2010 8:49 PM - Staff reports 

Marian Lundy, 79, of Holland, died Saturday, July 10, 2010. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Harderwyk Ministries, 1627 West Lakewood Blvd in Holland. Burial will be in Lakeshore Cemetery. Visitation is from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Lakeshore Memorial Services 11939 James St., Holland. www.lakeshorememorial.com  


 


 

Marie Howe

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 11:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marie Howe, 90, of Cheboygan, passed away May 22, 2010. A memorial luncheon will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at the Mullett Township Hall in Topinabee.


 


 

Marilyn E. Cary, 82

Monday, July 12, 2010 9:22 AM 

Marilyn E. Cary, 82, of Central Lake, died July 10, 2010, at Eastport Village Care AFC. 


 


 

Marilyn Stone Marco, 86

Friday, July 9, 2010 10:17 AM 

Daughter. Wife. Mother. Grandmother. Great-grandmother. Friend. Marilyn Stone Marco, 86 years old, passed from this life to eternal life with the Lord Jesus Christ on June 30, 2010, with her family at her side in Scottsdale, Ariz. 


 


 

Marion Cummings

Monday, July 5, 2010 7:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marion Cummings, 85, of Topinabee, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2010. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, July 5, at the Berean B ible Church in Topinabee. Pastor David Gearhart and Ray Hoff will officiate. A luncheon will be held at the church following the ser ice. Marion was born June 13, 1925 in Chicago. Seh was the daughter of John and Effie (Huizenga) DeJong. Marion grew up in Chicago and graduated from Parker High School. After graduationg she went to work with tthe Foott Brothers, a factory producing material to support World War Two. On July 28, 1945 she married Richard E. Cummings in Chicago where the couple made their home and raised their family. Marion was employsed as a Home Health Aid for many years. In November 1994, Marion and Richard moved to Topinabee where they have been since. Marion loved to cook. She enjoyed music being surrounded by her family. She attended the Berean Bible Church and CURVES. She is survived by her husband, Richard; children, Barbara (Ray) Hoff of Topinabee, James (Lori) Cummings of Topinabee, Kathleen Clancy of Tompinabee; seven grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; brother, John DeJong of Topinabee; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Marion was preceded in death by her grandson Richard Hoff, and her sisters Dorothy Ray and Annabelle Berndt. Contributions in Marion's memory are suggested to a charity of choice. Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River served the family. To leave a condolence, please visit www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com.


 


 

Marjorie J. Cornell

Marjorie J. Cornell Lansing Age 78, died July 11, 2010; born October 12, 1931 in Harrison, Michigan. Mrs. Cornell volunteered for the American Red Cross and Mt. Hope United Methodist Church. She was fondly referred as the "The Cookie Lady". She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Cornell and her parents. Surviving are her son, William (Kathy) Cornell; daughter, Susan (Dana) Chambers; 4 grandchildren, Lindsay Gross, Aaron Simmons, Addam (Naomi) Simmons and Kalee Simmons; 1 great-granddaughter, Elyssa Simmons. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, July 14, 2:00 p.m. at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing with Pastor Bill Haggard of Mt. Hope United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. The family will receive friends at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. On line condolences may be sent to


 


 

Marvin Junior Mason "Mase"

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 11:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

  Mase, a 1960 graduate of Onaway High School, worked for the Michigan State Department of Highway and for Cheboygan Memorial Hospital in the maintenance department. His passion and talent for fishing took him to Grand Marais in the summers and his winters were spent in Tower carving and painting decoys, which are admired by many. His kind heart and generosity will be missed by all. Mase is survived by his four children, Beth (Brian) Flynn, Edward (Barb) Mason, Lynda (Al) Hererra and Patrick (Sharla) Mason. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Sam, Nick, Shelby, Faith, Katie and Scarlett. He will be sadly missed by his dear companion, Tess Burfield, and his close friend and cousin, Lawrence Veihl. Mase also leaves behind aunts, uncles and many cousins. His parents, Gladys and Marvin Mason, precede him in death. Marvin Junior Mason “Mase”, age 68, of Tower, died at home on July 2, 2010. He was born on July 12, 1941 in Petoskey, the son of Marvin and Gladys (Martin) Mason. A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday July 18, 2010 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tower Community Hall. Donations can be made to Hospice of the Straits. Send an on-line condolence to the family of Marvin “Mase” Mason at www.chagnonfh.com


 


 

Mary Ann Whitaker Bates, 70

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 9:12 AM 

A celebration of life for Mary Ann Whitaker Bates, 70, of Harbor Springs, will take place at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 11, at the Five Mile Creek Schoolhouse, 5533 S. Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs. For directions, call Roxie at (231) 838-6494.


 


 

Mary Catherine Dykhouse, 46

Friday, July 9, 2010 9:54 AM 

Mary Catherine Dykhouse, a singer and professor of voice as well as a long time member of the Bay View Community, died April 16 of colon cancer in Pittsburgh. She was 46. 


 


 

Mary Etta Whaley

Monday, July 5, 2010 7:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Etta Whaley, 81, lifelong resident of Millersburg, passed away July 4, 2010 at Tendercare Health Center in Rogers City. Whaley was born August 18, 1928 in Onaway, Mich., the daughter of Herbert and Pearl (Whittaker) Stock. She was married to Homer Whaley on November 5, 1947 in Onaway. Mary Etta was a homemaker and farmer. She also worked outside of the home for Circuit Control and High-Q until 1990, when she retired. Her hobbies included fishing, gardening, sewing and horseback riding. She was an animal lover. She also enjoyed being a 4-H leader for many years. She is survived by her daughters, Lois (Donald) Crooks of Millersburg, Mary (Gary) Sias of Cheboygan, Betty (Larry) LaFave of Onaway and Missouri and Arlene Susan (Victor) Garms of Ocqueoc; a son, Elmer (Sandy) Whaley of Rogers City; 14 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren; her brothers, Herbert Stock Jr. of Millersburg and Sam Stock of New Mexico; and her sisters, Lois (Bruce) Price of Onaway and Minnie (Jim) Wilkinson of Onaway. Preceding Mary Etta in death are her husband, Homer (December 1998); sisters, Louise McGrath, Betty Stock and Ruth Ellenberger; brother, Bill Stock; parents, Herbert and Pearl Stock; and step-mother, Minie Stock. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, July 6, 2010 from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral at 2 p.m. at the Chagnon Funeral Home. Elder Jim Morgan will officiate. Her final resting place will be the Riverside Cemetery in Millersburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Mary Etta Whaley. Send an on-line condolence to the family of Mary Etta Whaley at www.chagnonfh.com


 


 

Mary Jo Hayden

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:48 AM 

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Mary Louise Ellstrom, 90

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 9:11 AM 

Mary Louise Ellstrom, 90, born in Windsor, Canada, passed away peacefully June 28, 2010, after receiving exceptional care at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. 


 


 

Mary Virginia Watson, 85

Monday, July 12, 2010 10:09 AM 

Mary Virginia Watson, 85, of Petoskey, passed away on Saturday, July 10, 2010, at home. 


 


 

Max Inman, 69

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 5:30 AM - Staff reports 

Max Inman, 69, of Holland, died July 5, 2010, in Spectrum Health, Butterworth Campus. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church. www.lifestorynet.com 


 


 

Maynard J. Edson

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 3:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Maynard J.Edson, 82, of White Pigeon, died Sunday, July 11, 2010, at ThreeRivers Health, following a short illness He was born Feb. 20, 1928, in LaGrange County, Ind., a son of Myrle J. and Lela Fae (Mock) Edson. He had been a resident of Fish Lake and White Pigeon all of his life. He was a 1946 graduate of Scott High School. On Oct. 15, 1950, he marriedMarilyn Stubig at White Pigeon UnitedMethodist Church. He retired from construction sales and service in White Pigeon after 42 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling. Surviving are his wife, Marilyn Edson, of White Pigeon; a daughter, Judy Oxender of Constantine; a son, Monte Edson of White Pigeon; a grandson, Matthew Oxender of Shipshewana, Ind.; a great-grandson, Nicholas Oxender; two sisters, Susan (Robert)Hill of Sturgis and Linda (Richard)Troyer of WhitePigeon; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Diana Aulbach and Patricia Kalb. Visitation will take place 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Wilbur Brandli officiating. Burial will follow in WhitePigeon Township Cemetery.


 


 

Meagan Christine Tolliver July 9, 2010

Sunday, July 11, 2010 12:10 AM

Meagan Christine Tolliver, 24, of Monroe died unexpectedly Friday at her home. Arrangements are pending with Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

Meagan Christine Tolliver Sept. 2, 1985–July 9, 2010

Monday, July 12, 2010 11:37 AM 

Meagan Christine Tolliver was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on September 2, 1985. She was the daughter of Robert Tolliver and Betty (Ellis) Tolliver.


 


 

Michael D. Spencer

Saturday, July 10, 2010 7:03 AM 

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Michael J. Volpi Jr. April 25, 1948-July 5, 2010

Friday, July 9, 2010 12:23 PM 

Michael J."Mickey" Volpi Jr., age 62, of Livonia died July 5, 2010. 


 


 

Nancy A. Mullen

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 6:48 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Nancy Ellen McCraney, 72

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 9:01 AM 

Nancy Ellen McCraney, 72, of Horton Bay, passed away at her home on Monday, July 5, 2010.


 


 

Nancy Stepnowsky

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Nina Hess Solomon *

82, of Lansing, died Thursday. Memorial services noon Saturday at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Obituary: Beverly J. Robison

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Beverly J. Robison, of Osseo, passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born July 15, 1922, in Jefferson Township, the daughter of Carlton and Hattie (Black) Dilworth. On March 25, 1939, she married Willis R. Robison and he preceded her in death on Jan. 2, 2004. She is survived by four children, Raymond (Joyce) Robison of Osseo, Richard Robison of Osseo, LeeAnn (Gary) Patterson of Osseo and Joy (David) Drumm of Woodbridge Township; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; one twin sister, Roberta Gilpin and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one grandson, Randy Robison and nephew, Pete Yeagley. Mrs. Robison was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family. A graveside funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Beverly J. Robison will be held at the Leonardson Cemetery in Jefferson Township at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 10 with Pastor Clyde Wonders officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605


 


 

Obituary: David W. Bailey

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:22 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

David Watson Bailey, 70, of Osseo, passed away Friday, July 9, 2010 at Evergreen Manor, Montpelier, Ohio. He was born April 9, 1940 in Ann Arbor,and graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1958. David worked at South Central Michigan Power Agency in Litchfield and he was a member and past officer of the Elks Lodge in Hillsdale. David attended New Hope United Brethren Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and playing pool. He was an avid bird watcher and especially loved spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Moreen (Carter) Bailey, whom he married Aug. 4, 1990; daughters. Kathi (Henry) Tincher of Belleville; Melissa Johnson of Clinton, Treesa (Mark) Weaver-Rich of Hillsdale; son, Michael Bailey of Tecumseh; mother, Margaret Watson of St. Louis, Mich.; mother-in-law, Mary Carter of Camden; sisters, Sandra (Tom) Brown of St. Louis, Mich.,   Jackie (Ted) Roe of St. Louis, Mich. and Lynda (Karry) Hostelter of Vicksburg; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his father (Ford Watson) and one son (Matthew). Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at New Hope United Brethren Church of Camden with Pastor Don Gentry officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to CAPA (Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness) or the Leader Dog School for the Blind.


 


 

Obituary: Dominique M. (Saunders) Roberts

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dominique Marie (Saunders) Roberts, 6-day-old infant daughter of Casey M. Saunders and Michael J. Roberts, of Quincy, precious angel, passed away Monday, July 5, 2010 at Motts Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor.  She was born June 29, 2010 in Battle Creek. In addition to her parents, she is also survived by one sister, Amber Zabonick of Quincy; one brother, Travis Newton of Quincy; maternal grandparents, Patricia (Daniel) Gilbert of Quincy and Scott (Shelly) Saunders of Quincy; maternal great-grandparents, Charlene (Ralph) Burch of New Port Richey, Fla. and Carol (Lewis) Saunders of Quincy and paternal grandmother, Carolyn Roberts of Georgia. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Carl T. Travis and James Roberts. The family will receive visitors from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy.  Funeral services are scheduled at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with Pastor Frank Snyder officiating.  Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy.   Memorials to the family would be appreciated.  


 


 

Obituary: Frank E. Baker

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:30 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frank E. Baker, 75, of Brooklyn, Mich., passed away Saturday, July 10, 2010, at Allegiance Health in Jackson. He was born Dec. 12, 1934, in Detroit to Frank James and Ruth Catherine (Mowery) Baker. Frank was an avid hunter and fisherman and he truly loved the outdoors. He also spent time refinishing antiques.  For the last 20 years, Frank was a landscaper at a private estate in Utica, Mich., on which he developed and maintained a small exclusive golf course. Surviving are two siblings, Elsie Westlake of Brooklyn and James (Rena) Baker of Hillsdale, along with nine nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Vivian Brigle and Helen Moore, and a niece. Graveside memorial services for Frank Baker will be 3 p.m.Wednesday, at the King Lake Cemetery in Hillsdale with Pastor Robert Harvey officiating. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Salvation Army. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Obituary: Geraldine M. Jones

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:24 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Geraldine Marie Jones of Jonesville passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was born Sept. 20, 1938 in Detroit. She was the beloved wife of Raymond Jones for 52 years; and the loving mother of her sons, Dennis Jones and Jeffery Jones and her daughter Karen Johnson. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mrs. Geraldine Marie Jones will be held beginning at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Father Ioane Sigarara officiating.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605


 


 

Obituary: Henrietta A.Porter

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:28 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Henrietta Ann Porter of Jonesville, passed away Thursday, July 8, 2010 at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born April 20, 1938 in Detroit, the daughter of Michal and Stephanie (Yargus) Gacek. She is survived by one daughter, Angela (Wayne) Rose of Jonesville; three grandchildren, Mikey (Nicole) Rose of Jackson, Matthew Rose of Jonesville and Megan Rose of Jonesville; four great-grandchildren, Ariana, Kennedy and Trevor Kilpatrick and Michael Horton Ill.; four sisters, Geraldine (Mike) Kelsch of Farmington Hills, Bernadette Paes of Arizona, Stephanie (Bill) Mullen of New Boston and Roxanne (Chris) Stadtfeld of Erie and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Edward Hayes. Mrs. Porter was a member of the Eagles Lodge in Jonesville and she retired from Klein Tools after over 30 years of service. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Henrietta Ann Porter will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Father Ioane Sigarara officiating. Interment will take place in the Mosherville Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale with a vigil service to begin at 6 p.m. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or to the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605


 


 

Obituary: John G. Kasotis

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:26 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John George Kasotis, 59, of Jonesville, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2010, at the Laurels of Coldwater.  He was born Jan. 12, 1951 in Detroit to George and Lillian (Meyerhoefer) Kasotis. John was a jewelry designer and creator, and a former Ford Motor Company employee. He received a bachelors degree from the University of Michigan. Surviving is a son, Matthew J. Kasotis of Jonesville; a sister, Diane (Randie) Rickert of Brooksville, Fla.; a nephew, Val Rickert of Brooksville, Fla.; an aunt and uncle, James (Dorothy) Plakas of Garden City; and several cousins. A private family service for John G. Kasotis will take place at a later date. There will be no visitation or calling hours at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Eagle Funeral Home, Jonesville. Memorial contributions are suggested to Special Olympics, Area 29, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Obituary: Kathryn Tremaine Brown

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kathryn Tremaine Brown, 91, of Buchanan, Mich., passed away Tuesday morning, Nov. 17, 2009, at the Buchanan Meadows Living Center, with her son, William and daughter-in-law, Nancy at her side. She was born Dec. 22, 1917, in Hillsdale, where she married Robert J. Brown in 1937. They raised two children, Robert and William in Hillsdale. Kathryn worked until her early 80s ending her work career in Buchanan as a home health aide. She was preceded in death by her six brothers and one sister. Besides her sons, Robert (Pat) and Bill (Nancy), she is survived by grandchildren, Amy DeLuhery, Shelly Mahoney, William, Jason and Aaron Brown and great-grandchildren, Christina, Isabella, Zachary, Delaney, Anderson and John. A memorial service for Kathryn will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in North Adams at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 17 with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – North Adams 517-287-4661  


 


 

Obituary: Keith Edward Roberts

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Keith Edward Roberts, 75, of Jonesville, passed away Friday, July 9, 2010, surrounded by family and friends at Drews Place Village Green in Hillsdale.  He was born July 22, 1934 in Angola, Ind. Funeral arrangements for Keith Roberts are pending at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville.


 


 

Obituary: Thelma L. Johnson

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:31 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Thelma L. Johnson, 86, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, July 10, 2010. Thelma was born to Elmer and Cora Lampman, just east of Quincy on Maple Hill Farm. She graduated from Bronson High School in 1941. She is survived by her husband of nearly 66 years, the Rev. Donald J. Johnson; sons, Terry (Dona) Johnson, LaPorte, Ind. and Gary (Jan) Johnson, Parma; daughters, Judy (Ron) Mueller, Hillsdale and Jan Johnson, Concord; 22 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Shelba Jean Buehrer, Coldwater and brother, Floyd Lampman of Quincy. She was preceded in death by a son, Rick Johnson; sister, Ora Gallop and brothers, Pete and John Lampman. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Vandercook Lake Baptist Church, 703 E. McDevitt, Jackson, with the Rev. Kyle Vegeter and the Rev. Donald J. Johnson officiating. Family will received friends for visitation at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, and again at the church at 10 a.m. until time of service Wednesday. She will be laid to rest in Spring Arbor Cemetery. Those who wish, may make contributions in her honor to the Vandercook Lake Baptist Church. Arrangements by Chas. J. Burden & Son Funeral Home, 1806 E. Michigan, Jackson.  


 


 

Okla Warren Johnson

Okla Warren Johnson Haslett Okla Warren Johnson, age 69, of Haslett, died on July 8, 2010. Okla was born in Pueblo, Colorado, to Okla Wayne Johnson and Charlotte Louise Johnson (Mulkey), in 1941. He was preceded in death by his father and mother. He is survived by four children, Travis (Lisa) Johnson, Marlo (Thomas) Heniser, Shawna (Mike) Haid, and Kristen (Stephen) Leeman; nine grandchildren, A.J., Kate, Chayse, Cody, Taylor, Cayden, Maddie, Keagen and Gabriella; and his ex-wife, Jan (LeVeque) Davenport (John). Kendra Weaver, whom he called his "adopted" daughter, was also there by his side and was a wonderful friend to all of us through this difficult time. He received his Masters' degree in Physical Education from Michigan State University. He was a physical education teacher and a wrestling coach in Saginaw, Grand Ledge, DeWitt and Okemos, Michigan, as well as several high schools in Colorado. He was the first four time state champion in the nation in wrestling. He wrestled for Granby High School in Norfolk, Virginia. He was a Big Ten Wrestling Champion in 1961 at Michigan State University and was also an alternate in the 1964 Olympics. His family would like to thank the staff at Dimondale Nursing Home and Ingham Regional Medical Center for their expert and kind care of their father, especially Terry, who spent a lot of hours talking about wrestling with him. A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 16, 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in East Lansing, with lunch/visitation following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made toward his funeral costs. A memorial fund has been set up at Citizens Bank for Okla W. Johnson.


 


 

Onolee E. "Lee" Burton

Onolee E. "Lee" Burton Mason Born November 30, 1919; died July 10, 2010. Funeral Services will be held 12:00 p.m. Thursday, July 15, 2010 at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 621 S. Jefferson, Mason, MI 48895. Interment immediately following in Maple Grove Cemetery, Mason. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday 2-6 p.m. and Thursday one hour prior to the service. Those desiring, may make contributions to Friends of the Mason Library, 145 W. Ash, Mason, MI 48854. On-line condolences may be sent to


 


 

Ora Mae Hayes

Ora Mae Hayes Battle Creek Age 90, formerly of Lansing, died July 11, 2010. She was born in Lansing on September 29, 1919. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 16, 2010 at Evergreen Cemetery in Lansing.


 


 

Other deaths, 7-13-10

Monday, July 12, 2010 8:55 PM 

Other deaths, 7-13-10 Harvey A. Berlin, 82, of Richmond, Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home, Romeo 


 


 

Owen Paul Carlson

No Description Available! 


 


 

Paul David Lakvold

Saturday, July 10, 2010 2:25 AM

SHREVEPORT, La. -- Paul David Lakvold, 72, of Shreveport, died Thursday, July 1, 2010. 


 


 

Paula Kay (Wurmlinger) Byrne

Sunday, July 11, 2010 7:51 AM 

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RALPH C MARBLE

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

MARBLE, RALPH C.; of Waterford; July 8, 2010; age 93. 


 


 

ROBERT VERNON DAY

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

DAY, ROBERT VERNON; of Waterford; July 12, 2010; at 85 years of age. 


 


 

Ralph A. Wiemeri

Saturday, July 10, 2010 2:22 AM 

IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Ralph A. Wiemeri, 79, of Lake Road, Ironwood Township, died Thursday, July 8, 2010, at home. 


 


 

Ralph Harold Oberdorf

Sunday, July 11, 2010 9:11 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ralph Harold Oberdorf, 81, of Palmyra died Thursday, July 8, 2010, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Funeral services will be held today, July 11, 2010, at 12:30 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Robert Bidwell officiating. Burial will be in Palmyra Cemetery. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Palmyra Community Presbyterian Church, Hospice of Lenawee, or Daybreak Adult Day Services.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Rev. Staley M. Sorrell

Monday, July 12, 2010 8:55 PM 

Rev. Staley M. Sorrell Rev. Staley M. Sorrell, age 78, a resident of Warren, died July 11, 2010, at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. He was born August 19, 1931, in Danville, Virginia. Became pastor of Van Dyke Baptist Church in Warren in 1953 and continued serving until his health failed. Graduate of Bob Jones University in Greenville, NC with a doctorate degree in Divinity. He led literally thousands of people to the Lord through his ministry and had read the bible completely 175 times over his lifetime. His whole life was devoted to his family, church and ministry. He enjoyed his autos and traveling and played Jamaican cowbells, piano and organ; often times accompanying his services. Pastor Sorrell was a member of Gospel Fellowship Association; International Baptist Missions and was awarded in the Fundamentalist Hall of Fame, Lucerne Conference Center, California. Survivors are his wife Audrey, married June 17, 1950, and just celebrated their 60th anniversary; children Dennis (Janelle), Byron (Sharon) and David Sorrell; grandchildren: Matthew, Andrew, Jocelyn, Sarah (Rev. James) Gent and Jason; great-grandson, Parker James Gent. He is also survived by his step-mother Edith Sorrell. Visitation will be Thursday 2-9 p.m. and Friday 10-11 a.m. at Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke, Center Line. Funeral service will be Friday, July 6 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Memorial donations to: Van Dyke Baptist Church, 24620 Cunningham, Warren, MI 48091.www.fordfuneralhome.org.


 


 

Reynalda Regina Sauter

Sunday, July 11, 2010 9:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Reynalda Regina Sauter, of Adrian died Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at her home, surrounded by her family. The funeral liturgy will be offered on Monday, July 12, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Thomas Wasilewski as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be held today from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where a Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Monday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church or the Department on Aging. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Richard Joseph Jerow

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 1:46 AM 

MERRILL, Wis. -- Richard Joseph Jerow, 86, was born to eternal life on Friday, July 9, 2010, at Bell Tower Residence in Merrill, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services and the Bell Tower Staff. 


 


 

Robert E. Smith *

89, of Higgins Lake, died June 30. Memorial services noon Friday at the Charlotte V.F.W. Post. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

Robert W. Straith

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Ruth E. Nadeau Feb. 27, 1931–July 9, 2010

Monday, July 12, 2010 11:38 AM 

Ruth Emily Nadeau, 79, of Muskegon, formerly of Monroe and Gibraltar, died at 8:56 p.m. Friday in her son?s home. She had been in poor health for 7 years and seriously ill the last few months.


 


 

Ruth E. Nadeau July 9, 2010

Sunday, July 11, 2010 12:10 AM 

Ruth E. Nadeau, 79, of Muskegon, formerly of Gibraltar, died at 7 p.m. Friday in her home. Services are pending with Rupp Funeral Home.


 


 

Scott Kerchner

Thursday, July 8, 2010 12:40 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

A memorial service celebrating the life of Scott Brennan Kerchner will be held at 2 p.m. July 18 at First Presbyterian Church in Sturgis, with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. Scott Kerchner, 62, of Carolina Shores, N.C., died Tuesday, May 25, 2010. in the Brunswick Community Hospital. He was born April 28, 1948, in Sturgis, a son of James Kerchner and the late Barbara Brennan Kerchner. In addition to his mother, he was predeceased by his stepmothers, Joan Kerchner and Mary Kerchner and stepbrother, Lee Lahmeyer.  


 


 

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Shirley Ann Makowski

Friday, July 9, 2010 7:03 AM 

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Stephen McCarry Sr., 91

Friday, July 9, 2010 10:18 AM 

Stephen McCarry Sr., age 91, of Boyne City, died Friday, July 9, 2010, at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix. 


 


 

Stephen W. McCarry Sr., 91

Monday, July 12, 2010 9:20 AM 

Stephen W. McCarry Sr., age 91, of Boyne City, died Friday, July 9, 2010, at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix. 


 


 

Steven J. Dianich

Monday, July 12, 2010 1:53 AM 

RAMSAY, Mich. ­ Steven J. Dianich, 53, a resident of Ramsay, passed away recently. 


 


 

Stuart 'Bud' Kirvan, 90

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 8:59 AM 

Stuart "Bud" Kirvan, of Petoskey and formerly of Ann Arbor, a former weekly newspaper editor, popular columnist and public relations executive, died July 1, 2010, in Petoskey. He was 90 and had suffered from Alzheimer's disease for the past three years.


 


 

Susan R. Amstutz, 55

Friday, July 9, 2010 9:53 AM

Susan R. Amstutz, 55, of Paw Paw, passed away Monday, July 5, 2010, at her home. 


 


 

Susan Ryniak

Friday, July 9, 2010 7:03 AM 

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Suzanne Whitmill

Thursday, July 8, 2010 10:45 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

 Whitmill, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2010 in Irmo, S.C. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn. She is survived by her three children, Glenn, Brad and Vicki; her son-in-law, Charles Lutz; four grandchildren, Charles Jr., Courtney and her husband, Eric, Nicholas and Matthew; and one great-grandchild, Jacob Durfee. She loved working on stained glass, chatting with her friends at the “chicken,” had a wonderful green thumb and will be lovingly and fondly remembered by friends and family.


 


 

Thomas E. Huntzicker

Sunday, July 11, 2010 11:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thomas E. Huntzicker, 63, of Coldwater, died Friday, July 9, 2010 at his home. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at noon at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in Coldwater with Bishop Joseph Hayman officiating. Interment will follow at Mason Cemetery in Coldwater. Visitation will be held prior to the service on Tuesday beginning at 10 a.m. at the church. Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Tom was born March 11, 1947 in Chicago, Ill. to Eugene and Leatha (Elliott) Huntzicker. He married Cherilyn Halferty on Jan. 18, 1997 in Jonesville. Mr. Huntzicker had worked for Del Monte, Dekalb and the Randall Bean Company. He had also worked locally at ADAPT for many years. Tom was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints and had attended the Outlook Clubhouse in Coldwater. He was a member of the Lions Club of Illinois and Alexia Enterprises in Coldwater. Tom had been active as a cub scout leader in earlier years and enjoyed fishing, family history and American Indian Artifacts. Tom is survived by his wife Cheri, his step children Sally Rodriguez and Jason Caldwell, both of Coldwater, his half brother Bill Westerbeck of Elgin, Ill. and 17 grandchildren. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.


 


 

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VERNON J OSTIC

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

OSTIC, VERNON J.; of Waterford; July 11, 2010; age 84. 


 


 

VIRGLE RAY DOWELL

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

DOWELL, VIRGLE RAY; of Buffalo, MO, formerly of Waterford; July 7, 2010; at 78 years of age. 


 


 

Van Buren Lincoln Miller

Monday, July 12, 2010 8:55 PM 

Van Buren Lincoln Miller Van Buren Lincoln Miller, age 92, died July 11, 2010. A graduate of Reidland High School of Paducah, Ky. (Class of 1937), and very proud member of the alumni association. He was the founder and owner of Meteor Tool Company. Beloved husband of the late Frances Lillian. Dearest father of Jean (Joseph) Smith, Joan (James) Tyler, Mary Ann (Ronald) Greb and Margaret (Dennis) Mlynarek. Proud grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 31. Visitation Wednesday, 3-9 p.m. and funeral Thursday, 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Road. Interment Utica Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Association in honor of Van's wife, Lillian greatly appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Victor Condelee, 54

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 5:30 AM - Staff reports 

Victor Darrell Condelee, 54, of Holland, died at his home Sunday, July 11, 2010. Arrangements will be announced by the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave.


 


 

Virgil Glass, 75

Monday, July 12, 2010 5:30 AM - Staff reports 

Virgil D. Glass, 75, of Holland, died Friday, July 9, 2010, at Holland Hospital. Funeral services are 11a.m. Wednesday at Borculo Christian Reformed Church, 6646 96th Ave, Borculo. Burial will be in Borculo Cemetery. Visiting hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Tuesday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S State St., Zeeland. www.yntemafh.com  


 


 

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Walter E. Leist

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 10:34 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Walter E. Leist, age 93, of Carp Lake, passed away July 2, 2010 at his home on Lake Michigan. He was born September 27, 1916 in Boyne City to Edwin and Sylvia (Hurd) Leist. Walter was the firm foundation that his large extended family flourished from. He will be missed by all who were touched by his loving spirit. Walter is survived by his wife, Rita; daughter, Judy & Bruce Anderson of Longwood, Florida; three grandchildren, Shelly (Mike) Hensley, Scott Anderson and Steve Anderson; five great-grandchildren, Luke, Madeline, Emma, Braydon and Althea; sister, Merna Gillespie; stepson, Dan Wilcox; two sisters-in-law, Judy Ranville and Aneta Collard; numerous beloved nieces and nephews and grandnieces and nephews, including Gerald Ranville and Peggy Klein, who lived with Walter for several years during their childhood. Mr. Leist was preceded in death by his first wife, Ann; four sisters, Margaret, Wanda, Gerry and Edith; and two brothers, Everett and Russel. A memorial mass will take place at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Mackinaw City on Saturday, July 17 at 3 p.m. Arrangements are in care of the Beck Funeral Home.


 


 

Walter Parry

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 7:05 AM 

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Wilbur William West *

91, of Williamston, automotive manufacturing assembler, died Saturday. Graveside services 1 p.m. Wednesday at Rowley Cemetery, Locke Township. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Williamston Chapel. 


 


 

William Briggs, 60

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 5:30 AM - Staff reports 

William Briggs, age 60, of Holland, died unexpectedly Saturday, July 10, 2010, at his home. Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at the First United Methodist Church, 57 West 10th Street, with David Newton officiating. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street. www.lifestorynet.com   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.


 


 

William Bruce Bond

William Bruce Bond, age 56, of Gladwin passed away on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010. He was born in Toronto, Canada, on February 1, 1954 to Russell and Jennie (Cole) Bond., Jeanne Marie (Flaishans) Good, 52, of Gladwin passed away at her home, on Thursday, July 1, 2010. She was born in Grayling, Michigan, on March 8, 1958 to Donald and Illene (Mariage) Bartholomew. She married Ralph Good on Jan. 22, 2005 in Roscommon.


 


 

William D. Wolfe

Thursday, July 8, 2010 8:05 AM 

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William G. "Bill" Simms

Saturday, July 10, 2010 7:03 AM 

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William G. Hurley

Saturday, July 10, 2010 7:03 AM 

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William G. Tucker

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 7:05 AM 

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William Kliffel

Friday, July 9, 2010 10:08 AM 

William Kliffel, of Harbor Springs, died Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at home surrounded by his family. 


 


 

William W. Bjork

Friday, July 9, 2010 2:09 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- William W. Bjork, 93, of 336 E. Arch St., Ironwood, died Tuesday, July 6, 2010, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Wilma Lois Graham

Monday, July 12, 2010 9:21 AM 

Wilma Lois Graham was welcomed into the Gates of Heaven by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the early hours of Friday, July 9, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital.


 


 

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