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A.J. Wagner, age 69, of Manitou Beach passed away on Friday, July 30, 2010, at the Toledo Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. Funeral services are pending at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. |
68, of Owosso, farmer, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. today at Pittsburg United Methodist Church, Owosso. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 12:06 AM |
Alma 'Christine' Pelc Alma "Christine" Pelc, age 91, of Warren, passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2010, at her home. A daughter of William Henry and Emmie Lois (nee Collier) Griffin, she was born on June 8, 1919, in Durant, Mississippi and was united in marriage to Frank Pelc on May 9, 1980. Chris had been a member of St. Malachy Church for many years. She retired as an inspector for Ford Motor Company and had previously been one of the Rosie the Riveter women at the Willow Run Aircraft Factory. She also owned and operated a hair salon in Utica, which she eventually turned over to her daughter. While Chris enjoyed being a hairdresser, more importantly she loved working with friends and building relationships with her many longtime clients. During her lifetime she loved to spend time with her family and friends, travel, grow flowers, play cards, visit the casinos, dine out and work. Chris is survived by children David (Margie) Pelc, Jim (Anna Marie) Pelc and Patricia (Sam) Manzella; son-in-law, Gerald Saltzgiver; brother-in-law, Nicholas Klonaris; 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Frank Pelc; children, Shirley Faye Saltzgiver and Eddie Ray Bastin; a sister, Lois A. Klonaris; and a brother, William Griffin. A funeral service will be held 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Rene Goupil Church, 35955 Ryan Rd., Sterling Heights with Rev. Fr. Steven C. Koehler officiating. Instate at 9 a.m. Interment will take place at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Visitation 3-9 p.m. Tuesday at D.S. Temrowski Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover, Warren, with a rosary at 7 p.m. Share memories at www.Temrowski.com. |
Alva "Al" Carl McPrangle Laingsburg Al C. McPrangle, age 94 of passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at his home. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Laingsburg First Congregational Church with Pastor Cayle Beagle officiating. Al was born on June 12, 1916 in Dewitt, the son of Frank and Minnie (Rossow) McPrangle. On December 31, 1935 he married Pearl M. DePew in Jackson, MI. Al served in the U.S. Army (Engineers) during WWII. He worked for Oldsmobile for 14 years, 19 years for the State of Michigan in the Dept. of Management and Budget, and owned the G & S Tavern (now O'Burns) in Laingsburg. He was a life time member of the Eagles, the Masons and the VFW of Lansing and he loved to golf. He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Pearl, and his niece Patricia Upton of Rainbow Lake. He was predeceased by sisters, Frances Andre and Arlene Smith and brother, Roman. Memorials can be made to Laingsburg First Congregational Church. Online condolences may be sent to |
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87, of St.Johns, retired Clinton Memorial Hospital nurse's aide, died Friday. Services 10 a.m. Tuesday at St.Joseph Catholic Church, St.Johns. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Johns Chapel. |
Thursday, July 29, 2010 8:52 AM |
Ann Feres, 50, of Charlevoix, died July 28, 2010, at her home. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010 2:29 AM |
TAMPA, Fla. -- Arlove S. (Stolt) Oppermann, 73, of Tampa, peacefully entered eternal life July 25, 2010, in Tampa. |
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Audrey Ann Navis, 80, of Holland, died at Oak Crest Manor on Friday, July 30, 2010.   Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Downtown Chapel, Dykstra Funeral Homes, 29 E. Ninth St. Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral chapel.   www.lifestorynet.com |
Thursday, July 29, 2010 6:45 AM |
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Sunday, August 1, 2010 12:41 AM |
Bernadette A. McGuire, 68, of Monroe died at 5:20 p.m. Saturday in her home. Arrangements are pending at Rupp Funeral Home. |
Thursday, July 29, 2010 2:54 AM |
DULUTH, Minn. -- Bernadine R. Pisco, 83, of E5132 Wildwood Lane, Ironwood Township, Mich., died Monday, July 26, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. |
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Beth A. Deardorff of Gaylord, formerly of Oak Park, died June 27, 2010, at the age of 49. She was born Dec. 12, 1960, in Ferndale to Richard and Mary Lou Deardorff. |
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Betty I. Smith, 74, of Adrian passed away Saturday, July 31, 2010. Arrangements are pending at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. |
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Betty J. Hillyer, 58, of Coldwater, died on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at her home surrounded by family. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010 at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Pastor Cary Grant of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek will officiate. Betty was born on Nov. 11, 1951 in Berwynd, W.V. to Robert and Wanda (Roberts) Hensley. She moved to Michigan in 1970 and has lived in Coldwater for the last 13 years. She married Michael Hillyer on Oct. 19, 1996 in Marshall. Prior to moving to Coldwater, she had lived in Battle Creek for several years and became a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Battle Creek. Betty had worked as a teacher’s assistant at the Branch County Head Start Program for the last nine years. Her failing health recently forced her to retire. Betty was a friendly, outgoing and caring individual who always put others first. Her grandchildren were her life. She enjoyed the work she did with children at the schools and cooking. Mrs. Hillyer is survived by her husband Michael Hillyer, son Scott (Ellie) Marquard of Quincy, daughter Marcia Froman and Kurt Kuempel of Grand Rapids, step-daughters Jennifer (Glen) Adams of Georgia and Amanda (Chris) Potter of Battle Creek, brothers James(Tresa) Hensley of Tennessee, Richard (Connie) Hensley of W.V. and Douglas Hensley of Moline, sister Kathy (Larry) Frederick of Wisconsin, grandchildren Brittini and Dillion Froman, Timothy and Tara Marquard, Jasmine, Katlyn and Mikayla Adams, Damian and Alleecea Clute and Kiera Potter and special friend Pamela Blackman. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Edward, Steven, and Jerry Hensley and sisters Doris Hahn and Elizabeth McKinney. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. |
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Billy E. Hicks, age 77, of Sturgis, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at Sturgis Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Feb. 25, 1933, in Garrett, Ky., a son of the late Adam and Clara (Combs) Hicks. On Dec. 15, 1956, he married Alma Morrison in Cynthiana, Ky. Billy had been a resident of Sturgis since August 1965, moving here from Kentucky. He retired from the Kirsch Company in 1998 after 17 years of employment. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War and earning the rank of corporal. He enjoyed antiques, sales, attending auctions, and scratching lottery tickets. Surviving are his wife: Alma; a son, Douglas G. Hicks and Cathy Barnes of Sturgis; two daughters, Sheryl King of Burr Oak and Connie (Jim) Clements of Bronson; three grandchildren, Ryan Hicks, Reesa Johnson and Serena Lipscomb; two stepgrandchildren, Jimmy Clements and Patty Clements; six great-grandchildren; three brothers, Denver (Julie) Hicks of Everett, Wash., Thomas (Martha) Hicks of LaGrange, Ky., and Herbert Hicks of Kentucky; and several nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Charles, Orville, Hansel and Cletis, and a sister, Ruth Rowe. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Billy E. Hicks will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Graveside services and burial will follow in Burr Oak Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be directed to the American Cancer Society. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfunerahome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Bonnie K. House, 63, of Gladwin, passed away suddenly, on Monday, July 26, 2010. |
67, of Ovid, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Osgood Funeral Homes, Houghton Chapel, Ovid. |
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Brandon Christopher Wagner, age 16, of Sherwood, passed away unexpectedly at his home Monday, July 19, 2010.  Brandon was born May 26, 1994, in Sturgis, a son of Charles and Margaret (Collins) Wagner. He had lived in Sherwood all his life, and attended Colon Schools, where he was a member of the Colon wrestling team and also had participated in the school play. Brandon enjoyed playing video games, camping, fishing and playing paintball. Brandon is survived by his parents, Charles and Margaret Wagner of Sherwood; three brothers, Charles James Wagner Jr., Stephen Lee Wagner and Joshua Allen Wagner; four sisters, Nikita Sue Wagner, Courtney Lynn Wagner, Tiffany Marie Wagner and Kaitlyn Cheyenne Wagner, all of Sherwood; uncles and aunts Ronald Lee Wagner Jr. of Coldwater, Michelle Marie (Jeff) Jackson of Bronson, Connie Sue (Keith) Russell of Vicksburg, Daniel Collins of Sherwood and Henry Collins of Sherwood; nephews and nieces Charles James Wagner III, Christopher Allen Lee Wagner and Marie Ann Wagner; and many other relatives. The family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.   Funeral services celebrating the life of Brandon C. Wagner will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with Mr. David J. Farrell officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Colon.   |
Brian Charles Dye Sr. April 5, 1970-July 25, 2010 Friday, July 30, 2010 11:50 AM |
Brian Charles Dye, Sr., age 40 of Newport, died unexpectedly on Sunday, July 25 in his home. |
Sunday, July 25, 2010 9:05 AM |
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Monday, August 2, 2010 1:34 AM |
HETTICH, CATHERINE ANN (BURCH); age 53; of Swartz Creek, formerly of Pontiac; died July 30, 2010. |
Carol S. Epps Feb. 14, 1944-July 26, 2010 Friday, July 30, 2010 11:50 AM |
Carol S. Epps, 66 years, of Monroe, MI passed away Monday, July 26, 2010 at 10:19 am in the home of her daughter Teri in Monroe. Carol had been in declining health for the past 3 years. |
Catherine Grace Fabrizio, 90, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at Tendercare Nursing Home in Midland. |
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Charlotte Ann Nardizzi, 85, of Indian River, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2010 at the Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. Charlotte was born August 12, 1924 in Grand Traverse County. She was the daughter of Carl and Elizabeth (Tompkins) Oatley. She grew up on Old Mission Point and as a young girl her family moved to Traverse City. Charlotte graduated from Traverse City High School in 1942. On May 7, 1944 she married Pasquale (Pat) Nardizzi in Traverse City. Throughout the years, the Nardizzi family has lived in Hale and Benzonia, Mich. They settled in Indian River in 1961 where they have been since. Charlotte and Pat enjoyed spending their winters in North Carolina. Charlotte enjoyed crafts, cooking and playing cards. She was an active member of the Indian River United Methodist Church as well as the United Methodist Women. She was a past president of the Cochran-Roberts V.F.W. Post Auxiliary and past worthy matron of the Primrose Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star in Indian River. She is survived by her husband, Pat; children, Rose E. (Charles) Marks of Flint, Mich., Pasquale (Nancy) Nardizzi, Jr. of Indian River, Mario L. Nardizzi of Indian River; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; siblings, Carl (Inez) Oatley of Williamsburg, Mich., Jack Oatley of North Fort Meyers, Florida, Virginia (Virgil) Ritondale of Tennessee, Richard (Helen) Oatley of Traverse City, Mich.; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Charlotte was preceded in death by her infant grandson, Justin, and her sister, Doris. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 5, 2010 at the Indian River United Methodist Church. Rev. John Lover and Rev. Jay Kendall will officiate. The family will receive friends at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Upon the request of the family, casual dress only please. Following the service, friends are invited to a luncheon to be held in the church fellowship hall. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Indian River United Methodist Church or the Primrose Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River cared for the family. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 12:06 AM |
Christine M. Arnone Christine M. Arnone (nee Keller), age 52, passed away July 31, 2010. Beloved wife of Sam. Loving mother of Samuel, Dominic, Nicholas and the late Adam. Loving daughter of Anne and the late Alfred Keller. Loving sister of Steven (Diane) Keller, Michael (Betty) Keller, Dean Keller, Carol (Arnie) Wagley, Cheri (the late Bill) Poulos, Colleen Hensely, Andy (Brenda) Keller and Al Keller. Survived by many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Memorial service Thursday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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Clarence “Butch” Nau passed away on April 29, 2010 after a courageous battle with ALS. A graveside service will be held at Lakeview Cemetery in Mackinaw City on July 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. Lunch will be at Audie's after the service. Join his family and friends in this celebration of his life. |
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Consuelo Arredondo, age 98, of Holland passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at Providence Health Care. Consuelo was a member of St Francis de Sales Catholic Church. She retired from G.E. after 10 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Jesus and Son Alberto. She is survived by her children, Santiago and Rosa Arredondo of Holland,  Jesse and Maria Arredondo of Holland, Antonio and Yuriana Arredondo of Holland, Alfonso and Betty Arredondo of Grandville, Alicia and Claude Hughes of Fennville, Amelia and Alfredo Trujillo of Holland, Amanda and Patricio Perez of Grand Rapids, Eduardo and Polly Arredondo of Muskegon; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren and; great-great-grandchildren; many nephews and nieces A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, July 30, 2010, at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church 171 West 13th Street in Holland.  Father Charlie Brown will be officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be today 5-8 PM with prayers at 7  PM at Lakeshore Memorial Services 11939 James Street in Holland and also at St. Francis de Sales on Friday from 10-11 AM. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.   |
Friday, July 30, 2010 10:22 AM |
Devoted husband, and loving son, brother, grandson, uncle, and dog-parent, Corey Linn Clements died unexpectedly on July 11, 2010, in Portland, Ore. He was 32. Born in Petoskey, Mich., on the morning of April 4, 1978, Corey grew up in Alanson and Petoskey, Mich., but always said the mountains of Montana were his true home since he had traversed his first mountain pass at age 5. Corey loved adventure, nature, and the out-of-doors, he was a free soul when snowboarding through Lone Peak in Big Sky, Mont., and biking through the Big Sky trails. He was taught to fish by his stepfather, Tusco Heath, when he was 3, and had his first camping experiences then, too. |
Thursday, July 29, 2010 6:45 AM |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- D. Mildred Pekrul, 92, of Wakefield, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 1:34 AM |
SOLOKO, DANIEL; age 77 ; of Holly died Saturday July 31, 2010. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 1:34 AM |
FARLEY, DONALD EDWARD; July 30, 2010; age 79 ; of Rochester Hills. |
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Daniel Gail Austin, age 92, passed away July 31, 2010. Gail was born May 14, 1918, the son of Daniel and Chloe (Burkholder) Austin. On Feb. 11, 1942, he married Harriet Ann Lewis in Toledo, Ohio. She preceded him in death on Sept. 28, 2006. He was a lifelong resident of the Britton area and a member of the Holloway-Raisin Presbyterian Church, He also was an active member of the Tecumseh Masonic Lodge F&AM #69. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, golfing and the Detroit Tigers. Gail is survived by two daughters, Rebecca Austin of Hillside, Ill., and Susan (Warren) Leemgraven of Allendale, Mich.; one grandson, Travis (Lisa) Leemgraven of Fremont, Mich.; six great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his wife, Harriet, he was preceded in death by a son and daughter in infancy, parents and siblings. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m. officiated by the Rev. Richard Bruce and a Masonic service by the Tecumseh Masonic Lodge F&AM #69. A private burial will take place in Palmyra Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the charily of the donors choice. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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David Lawrence Van Riper, 62, of Escon­dido, Calif., formerly of Clinton, passed away on Monday, Feb. 15, 2010. He was 62 years old. David was born in Tecumseh, the son of Henry and Lillian Van Riper. He grew up in Clinton and attended Clinton Community Schools, graduating in 1965. Following high school graduation, David entered the banking industry. During his teenage years, he began racing, which he continued after moving to California. He always had a love for racing as a NASCAR driver in the Modified Division. He enjoyed landscaping and was a member of the Forestry Organization. He was also an avid Corvette and classic car lover. He married Diane Tindall just after high school and to them was born two children, Doug and Michelle. After moving to California, he met his current wife, Stephanie, and became a stepfather to Keara, Nate and Zach. He was also a grandpa to Doug and Michelle’s children. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children and grandchildren; a loving sister, Nancy Knight, of Clinton; a nephew, David Knight Jr., and wife, Karen, and his two daughters; a niece, Kimberly Powers, of Southfleld; a brother, Jack Van Riper, and family of Fenton; a nephew, Bryan Van Riper, of Hanover. He was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Van Riper; a sister, Linda (Van Riper) Bird; and his parents. At David’s request, cremation has taken place. A memorial celebration of his life will is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, at the Riverside Cemetery Chapel in Clinton. Flowers may be sent to Nancy Knight, at 210 Sunset Drive, Clinton, MI 49236 or memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.   |
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Deborah Kay Betz, age 49, of Clarklake passed away on July 29, 2010, at the University of Michigan Hospital. She was born on March 5, 1961, in Tecumseh, the daughter of Charles and Joyce Harbach. On Aug. 31, 1985, Debbie married Jeff Betz at St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church and he survives. She was employed by Meijer in Jackson and will be missed greatly. Debbie was the biggest fan of her children’s sporting events and you could not miss her smiling face on the sidelines of a baseball and softball game or a cheerleading competition. She will be fondly remembered by her family and friends for her caring and gentle soul. In addition to her husband and parents, Debbie is survived by her children, Jeremy and Cara Betz; siblings, Chuck Harbach, Laura Gazdick (fiance, Jack Schaeffer), John (Karen) Harbach, Robert (April) Harbach; father-in-law, Deacon Eugene Betz; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Alice Betz; grandparents, George and Gladys Nagel. In honor of Debbie, memorial donations may be given to The Betz Children College Fund. Envelopes will be available at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Braun Chapel, Brooklyn, where a Healing Farewell will take place on Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Vigil Service. A Mass will be offered on Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, at St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church, beginning with a gathering at 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Thomas Wasilewski officiating. Interment will take place at St. Joseph Shrine Cemetery. Please sign Debbie’s guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for her family by calling 877-231-7900. |
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Delilah J. Boals, age 46, of Sturgis, passed away Monday morning, July 19, 2010, at her home. She was born Nov. 5, 1963, in West Virginia. Delilah had resided in Sturgis for the past five years, coming from LaGrange, Ind., where she had been employed at the U.S. post office. She had also worked at Applebee’s restaurant and Citizens Bank, both in Sturgis. She attended Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church in Sturgis, and enjoyed buying and selling on eBay and playing golf. She loved time spent with her grandchildren. She is survived by her fiancé, David Weslock of Sturgis; four sons, Josh Sweet of Sturgis, R.J. Sweet of Shipshewana, Ind., Patrick Sweet of Sturgis and Michael Boals of Sturgis; four grandchildren, Gage, Dominic, Alexandria, Sylus and Syrus; mother, Opal Brinager of LaGrange; a sister, Vicki Lindowski of Berrien Springs; a brother, George Brinager of LaGrange; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Ashley. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Delilah Boals will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church, 1420 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Delilah’s memory consider the Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church, 1420 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091 or the American Cancer Society, 1400 West Milham, Kalamazoo, MI 49024. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Donald E. Farley Donald Edward Farley, age 79 of Rochester Hills, passed away July 30, 2010. Loving Husband of Judy. Dear father of Colleen Biondo, Linda (Mike) Taggart and Tim (Rozelle) Farley. Stepfather of Sandy (Greg) Schuster. Brother of June (Earl) Tomlinson, and Naomi (Patrick) Connolly. Adored grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 4. Funeral service Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 1:30 p.m. with an instate time of 1 p.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 5631 N. Adams Rd., Bloomfield Hills. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 3-8 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Sister Kenny Foundation or Beaumont Hospice. Online guestbook; www.modetzfuneralhomes.com. |
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Donald Ray Clark Jr., 53, of Lansing, Mich., formerly of Pellston, beloved father and grandfather, died on June 29, 2010. He retired from General Motors. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Clark Sr.; mother, Rose (Coby) Johnson; and sister, Debbie (Clark) Vanalstine. He is survived by his stepfather, Thornton Johnson; daughter, Staci (Russ) Holbrook; sons, Donald (Carly) Clark III, Nick (Sasha) Hetherington, Jeremy (Amy) Zwiernik; 8 grandchildren; brother, John Clark; sisters, Donna (Chuck) Hammell and Janice (Lynn) Sanders; step-brothers, Pat Clay and Brian Johnson; step-sister, Jennifer Johnson; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home. Family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. For online condolences, please visit www.ChapelinthePinesFuneralHome.com |
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Monday, August 2, 2010 1:34 AM |
PUTHOFF, ELLA MARIE ; age 88; of Rochester Hills; July 31, 2010; |
Edward F. Trapp Nov. 11, 1944-May 21, 2010 Sunday, August 1, 2010 12:40 AM |
Edward F. Trapp of Deltona, Fla., passed away on May 21, 2010 after a lengthy illness at the Fish Memorial Hospital. |
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Edward G. Milliman, age 83, of Adrian died Saturday, July 31, 2010, at 4:30 a.m. at Provincial House.   He was born Aug. 7, 1926, in Onsted to Edward and Grethal (Tubbs) Milliman. He served in the United States Army during WWII and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan. He married his first wife, Betty, on May 25, 1944, and she preceded him in death on Oct. 19, 1979. He married Marjorie (Mapes) McCallum on March 28, 1980, and she survives. Ed worked in janitorial services at Bixby Hospital, retiring in 1991. He enjoyed deer hunting, travel, and cartoons. In addition to his wife, Marjorie, he is survived by three sons, Robert (Lou) Milliman, David (Valerie) Milliman and Gary (Diane) Milliman; three stepsons, Tyon (Candy) McCallum, Quentin (Sharon) McCallum and Lance McCallum; two daughters, Gloria Sadler and Patricia Welter; one stepdaughter, Dawn (Harold) Payne; 23 grandchildren; 11 stepgrandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. In addition to his first wife, Betty, he was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Joseph Milliman; and two daughters, Christina Waters, and Sherry Milliman-Leitner. At Ed’s request, cremation has taken place. Burial of cremains will be in North Adrian Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. A celebration of Ed’s life will take place on Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Onsted American Legion, Durkee-Seager Post #550 at 333 Connor St, Onsted, MI  49265. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Eileen G. and Kenneth E. Ritter Friday, July 23, 2010 12:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Eileen G. (Fish) and Kenneth E. Ritter Eileen Ritter died of cancer May 7, 2010, a day after celebrating her 89th birthday. Kenneth Ritter, born April 25, 1923, died December 10, 2004, also of cancer. Eileen, born in Westville, NY May 6, 1921 to Lee and Fern (Miller) Fish, lived in Cheboygan most of her young life attending St. Maryís Catholic School and Cheboygan High School. Eileen met Ken while she was fishing near the Icebreaker Mackinaw and, apparently liking what she caught, she didnít release him. They were married March 17, 1946 and raised their two children, Edward and Karyn, in Chicago and Northbrook. Eileen worked in Cheboygan for several doctors, was the lab technician at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, and was the lab technician at Washington National Insurance Company of Evanston, IL for over 20 years. Ken served in the United States Coast Guard aboard the Icebreaker Mackinaw and worked for Johnson-Lindroth printing company of Skokie, IL for over 40 years. Eileen and Ken are survived by their children Edward (Mary) of Sun Prairie, WI and Karyn McGrory of Prospect Heights, IL, five grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, Kenís sister LaVerne Lindroth of Skokie, IL, and sister-in-law Ernestine Hinkley Fish of Cheboygan, and many nieces and nephews. Eileen was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Harold, Leo, Russell and William and sister Mary. Ken was preceded in death by his parents Herman and Clara (Peters) Ritter of Chicago. A grave site burial ceremony for both Eileen and Ken will be at Calvary Cemetery, Cheboygan, on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 10 A.M.  Memorial services were previously held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Hospice Care, and Nursing homes of your choice. |
77, of Crystal, formerly of Portland, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Portland. Arrangements by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland. |
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 6:39 AM |
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Monday, August 2, 2010 12:06 AM |
Elizabeth Holland Elizabeth Holland (nee Duncan), age 91, passed away Saturday July 31, 2010. She was born May 16, 1919, in Cedar Grove, Tenn. Beloved wife of the late William. Loving mother of Shirley (Jack) Goss and Barbara (the late Edward) O'Hara. Loving grandmother of 8, 19 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Elizabeth was retired from Chrysler Corp. After her retirement she enjoyed being a volunteer at the Church of Christ Care center, Clinton Township. She was an associate member for Rochester College. She was a wonderful cook and famous for her peach cobbler. She loved her family and her church family. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Memorials to the Church of Christ Care Center, Clinton Township appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Elizabeth Jeanette “Jan” Davis Aug. 30, 1935-July 31, 2010 Sunday, August 1, 2010 12:40 AM |
Elizabeth Jeanette “Jan” Davis, 74 years of Temperance, MI, formerly of Monroe, MI, died Saturday, July 31, 2010 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Born, Aug. |
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 6:39 AM |
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010 2:35 AM |
LANCASTER, Calif. -- Ernest Walter Johnson, 82, of Lancaster, died July 13, 2010, in Lancaster. |
Thursday, July 22, 2010 12:13 AM - Staff reports |
Esther T. Smith, 85, of Topinabee, passed away Saturday at her home. A resident of Topinabee since 1988, moving from Mt. Clemens, Esther was born October 25, 1924 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Paul and Johanna (Groters) Syrek. On January 8, 1949 in Grand Rapids, she married Maurice Smith, who preceded her in death 1997. In addition to raising her family, she was employed at several factories in Mt. Clemens and Richmond for many years. She attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Cross in the Woods Catholic Church, and enjoyed gardening, knitting, crocheting, and sewing. |
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Ethel Joan Harmeling, 95, of the Royal Park Atrium, Zeeland, and previously of Homer Glen, Ill., died Wednesday, July 28, 2010. A private family interment will be held on Monday at Chapel Hill South Cemetery, Oak Lawn, Ill. Arrangements are by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. www.yntemafh.com |
Wednesday, July 21, 2010 12:13 AM - Staff reports |
Ethel L. Cassie, 91, of Topinabee, passed away Friday under loving attention at Tendercare of Cheboygan. A resident of Topinabee since 1977, moving from Redford, Mich., Ethel was born November 9, 1917 in Calumet, the daughter of George and Lucille (Moyle) Maddick.  Growing up in Detroit, she was a graduate of Redford High School, and on November 24, 1937, she married Charles Cassie, who preceded her in death in 1977.  She was a charter member and active member of the Berean Bible Church in Topinabee and was employed at the Topinabee Library for several years. Baking was her hobby, yet making everyone feel special and sharing her faith were her gifts. Her daughter, Donna Cassie preceded her in death in 1962. Surviving are her son, Charles (Kathryn) Cassie of Fenton; her daughter, Joyce (James) Palmer of Topinabee; 5 grandchildren: James (Patricia) Palmer, of Gaylord, David Palmer of Roseville, William (Julie) Palmer of Temperance, Heather (Dennis) Farrell of Fenton, and Jeannie (Mark) McDonald, also of Fenton; 9 great grandchildren, Jennifer (Steve) Robbins, Samantha, Nicole, Elizabeth, and Christopher Palmer, and Cassie, Rebecca, and Jordan McDonald, Grace Farrell and 2 great great grandchildren; brother, Jim (Rosetta) Maddick of Canton, sisters, Marlene Bowe of Roseville, and Carol Hardt of Berkley, and several special nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, husband and daughter, Ethel was preceded in death by her siblings Alice Hoppe, Dolores Upton and Bill Maddick. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at Noon at the Berean Bible Church in Topinabee. Rev. David Gearhart officiate. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Contributions in memory of Ethel Cassie are suggested to the Berean Bible Church. Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River cared for the family. Condolences may be made at www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com.   |
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Mrs. Ethel J.(Sieplinga) Nobel, age 93, died Sunday, August 1, 2010. Service arrangements will be announced later by the Clock Life Story Funeral Home. www.lifestorynet.com |
Friday, July 30, 2010 10:25 AM |
F. Dean Winegarden passed away July 28, 2010. |
Thursday, July 29, 2010 8:32 AM |
F. Dean Winegarden, 85, of Petoskey, died July 28, 2010, at his home. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 8:32 AM |
FLAURA V. OWEN; age 95; of Bloomfield Hills, MI; was born on May 4, 1915 in Oak, Illinois. |
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Fannie H. Chupp, 95, of  Sturgis, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 12:20 a.m. Monday at her home. She was born July 17, 1915, in Shipshewana, Ind., to Harvey and Lovina (Kauffman) Kauffman. On Nov. 7, 1936, she married Levi S. Chupp. He died March 3, 1990. She was a homemaker and a past member of the former Plato Mennonite Church. She liked to quilt, write poetry and wrote an autobiography. She also enjoyed reading, doing crossword puzzles and other games, and putting together jigsaw puzzles. She did cross-country taxi driving for the Amish. Survivors include  two daughters, Wilma (Kenneth) Gillette of Sturgis and Mary Levitz of Angola, Ind.;  three sons, Elmer (Pat)  Chupp of O’Brien, Fla., Daniel (Jann) Chupp of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Edward  (Lola) Chupp of Sturgis; a sister, Elizabeth Hochstetler of Nappanee, Ind.;  16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband; three grandsons; a great-grandson; a brother, Edward Kauffman; three sisters, Laura Miller, Katie Eicher and Mattie Pothoof; and two half-brothers, Henry and David Kauffman. Visitation will  be from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, Ind. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Shore Mennonite Church. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Jerry Stutzman and the Rev. Richard Martin. Burial will be in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana. Memorials may be given to Sturgis Home Health Hospice or the Alzheimer's Association.   Online condolences may be sent at millerstewartfuneralhome.com.   |
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Floyd D. Johnson, age 90, of Clinton died at home Saturday, July 30, 2010. He was born Sept. 24, 1919, in Clinton, the son of Elmer and Lillie (Traub) Johnson. He was married to Cecelia Nocerini on Aug. 5, 1950, and she survives. Floyd was an electrician with Ford Motor Co. for 22 years, retiring in September 1982. He served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. Floyd enjoyed gardening, bowling, hunting and fishing, and loved to dance. In addition to his wife, Cecelia, Floyd is survived by one sister, Marietta Rafferty of North Carolina and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Judy Ann; one brother, Eugene; and two sisters, Margaret Goshorn and Betty Schwab. Floyd will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be held at the Clinton Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes on Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, from 2 to 6 p.m. The funeral service will be at the funeral home at 11  a.m. on Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, with Sister Helen Walling, I.H.M., officiating. Visitation will also be on Monday from 10 a.m. until service time. Interment will follow at St. Dominic Catholic Cemetery in Clinton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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Floyd Johnson, age 91, of Clinton died Friday, July 30, 2010. Arrangements are pending at Handler Funeral Home. |
79, of Delta Township, died Thursday. Services 10:30a.m. today at St.Gerard Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel. |
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Frances P. Frohriep, 83, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday morning, July 25, 2010, at the Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange, Ind. She was born April 3, 1927, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Edward and Hazel (Cady) Persing. Frances had resided in Sturgis most of her life. She was a dedicated mother and homemaker and enjoyed gardening and collecting stones. Frances is survived by her longtime companion, Dan Nolen of Sturgis; three sons, Wayne (Lori) Frohriep and Larry Frohriep, both of Sturgis, and David (Cindy) Frohriep of Bronson; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harold Persing of Orland, Ind., and James Persing of St. Louis.; a sister, Carman Randall of Elkhart, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; two sisters; and a grandson. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Frances Frohriep will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. Phillip Wyns of the Christian Fellowship Center in Sturgis will officiate.  A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the family. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Fred W. Robinson, M.D., 91, retired surgeon, died Monday, July 12, 2010.   A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at St. James Episcopal Church Chapel, 3750 E. Douglas, Wichita, Kan.   Fred was born May 9, 1919, in Sturgis, to Fred W. Robinson, M.D., and Mildred C. Robinson. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Laura.   Survivors include children; Susan  (Warren) Jones, Fred “Fritz”  (Jennifer) Robinson  Jr., both of Wichita; grandchildren Warren G. (Molly) Jones Jr., Katherine M. Jones,  Fred W. “Will” Robinson, Carter P. Robinson and Braden S. Robinson; a sister-in-law, Barbra S.  (Harry) Menzel of Denver; and a brother-in-law, Arthur Raymond (Claudia) Spencer of Upland, Calif. Fred was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit in Waco, Texas.  He attended The University of Michigan, where he obtained his medical degree.  He was a captain and flight surgeon in the Army Air Corps during World War II. Fred’s hobbies include music, percussionist in bands and orchestras. He was a 60-year Mason, holding plural membership in three Masonic lodges in Texas, and was a past master of Herring Lodge No. 1224 in Waco. He was active in York Rite Masonry, having held the position of eminent commander of Waco Commandery No. 10, Knights Templar.   He received the excalibur award and was a life sponsor of the Knights Templar Eye Foundation. He held offices in the DeMolay Conclave of the Red Cross of Constantine, and was a member of the Grand Council of the Order of the Priesthood, the York Rite Sovereign College of North America, the Texas York Rite College No. 14, and received the Knight York Cross of Honor in Texas Priory No. 23.   He was an endowed member of the Waco Scottish Rite Bodies and was a member of Waco Karem Shrine Temple.   He served as president of the George R. “Bob” Scott Chapter #482 of National Sojourners in Waco and as Commander of the Ben Henley Varner Camp of Heroes of ‘76. Memorial donations may me made to Alzheimer’s Association, 347 Laura, Wichita, KS  67211, or Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, c/o Midian Shrine, 130 N. Topeka, Wichita, KS  67202. Tributes may be sent to the family via www.dlwichita.com. |
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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. Sprenger Jan. 27, 1909-July 30, 2010 Sunday, August 1, 2010 1:02 AM |
Frederick A. Sprenger, age 101 of Toledo, passed away on July 30, 2010. |
Frederick A. Sprenger Jan. 27,1909-July 30, 2010 Saturday, July 31, 2010 2:09 AM |
Frederick A. Sprenger, age 101 of Toledo, passed away on July 30, 2010. |
Gail Marie McCall July 27, 2010 Friday, July 30, 2010 11:49 AM |
Gail Marie McCall, 72, of Indian River and Lake Toxaway, North Carolina went to be with the Lord on July 27, 2010. |
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Gary Provo, age 69, of Cheboygan, died early Tuesday morning, June 29, 2010. He was born in Cheboygan on February 2, 1941, the son of Francis H. and Myrtle Irene (Trudeau) Provo. Gary was employed for over 35 years at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, retiring in 2005. Following his retirement, he went to work part-time for Louie’s Market. Gary liked to help other people; he was very active in his church, the 7th Day Adventist Church, and since his retirement loved to travel. Gary recently married the former Marge Matts, on May 2, 2010 in Cheboygan. He is survived by his wife, Marge; his son, Gary A. (Kara) Provo of Cheboygan; his granddaughter, Leah Jean Provo; his step-children, Nick (Michelle), Mike, Matt (Sky), Jason (Stacey), Desiree, Ashley, Amy and Amanda; 11 step-grandchildren; a brother, Dean Provo of Cheboygan; and sister, Theresa (Don) Parrott of Indian River. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara Ann; sister, Bonnie Monville; and grandmother, Belle Provo. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be held on Friday July 2, 2010 at the 7th Day Adventist Church on Lafayette Street at 1 p.m., with Pastor Paul Calvelage officiating. Visitation with the family will take place from noon until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Provo family. Nordman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com |
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 10:45 AM |
Gary Roderick Hibbler, 57, of Petoskey, died July 16, 2010, at Oden Beach in Oden, Mich. |
Genetha N. Bollenberg March 3, 1927-July 31, 2010 Sunday, August 1, 2010 12:41 AM |
Genetha N. Bollenberg, 83 of Monroe died at 12:10 p.m. Saturday at University of Toledo Medical Center. She had been in poor health for one month. |
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Gerald Millard, 85, of Holland, died Thursday, July 29, 2010, at the Grand Rapids Veteran’s Home. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, Holland. www.langelandsterenberg.com |
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Gerald Robert Pawson, 68, of Burlington, N.C., died Friday, July 30, 2010, at Alamance Regional Medical Center.        Gerald was born in Adrian, Mich. He and his wife, Carolyn, moved to North Carolina from Onsted in 1973. He worked for Carolina Aluminum, Waste Industries, Mace Grading and Mace Trucking and ran a dozer at the Alamance County Landfill. Presently, he was doing a little part-time work for Cable Assembly LLC in Whitsett, N.C. He was a member of Central Baptist Church in Mebane, N.C. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Pawson; daughter Laura Greeson, of Elon, N.C.; sons Philip Pawson and wife, Amy, of Burlington, N.C., Darrell Pawson and wife, Karen, of Burlington, N.C.,  and Joel Pawson and wife, Sharon D., of Julian, N.C.; 18 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his best little friend, Paco. He was preceded in death by his oldest son, Bradford L. Pawson; parents, Melvin and Wilma Pawson; stepmother, Annie Pawson; and brother, Raynar Pawson. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, at McClure Funeral Home Chapel in Graham, N.C., with the Rev. James L. Rosser officiating. Burial will be in the Central Baptist Church Cemetery in Mebane, N.C.     The family will receive friends at McClure Funeral Home in Graham from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday. Other times they will be at the residence.     Memorials may be made to Central Baptist Church, 1922 Buckhorn Rd., Mebane, NC 27302. Online condolences may be left at www.mcclurefuneralservice.net. |
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 Gerald “Jerry” Neese, age 80, of Tecumseh died Friday, July 30, 2010, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. Arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Homes.   |
62, of Lansing, delivery driver, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. today at Church of the Resurrection. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Friday, July 30, 2010 2:46 AM |
POWERS, Mich. -- Gertrude Ann Stuesser, 93, of Escanaba, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at the Pinecrest Medical Care Facility in Powers. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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86, of Lansing, retired Motor Wheel sales representative, died Thursday. Memorial visitation 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
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Harvey Van Dam, 93, of Hudsonville, died Friday, July 30, 2010, in Zeeland Community Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. www.yntemafh.com |
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 6:39 AM |
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Saturday, July 31, 2010 6:35 AM |
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010 1:38 AM - Staff reports |
Helen passed away July 22 after a battle with emphysema and several bouts of pneumonia.  She was born in Cheboygan to Anna and Gregory Romanik on Jan 5, 1942, the youngest of 8 children.  She attended nursing school and became a surgical nurse in Bay City.  Helen was a first lieutenant in the Air Force Reserve serving her country as a flight nurse.  She met and married her husband, Roger, in Bay City before they moved to California.  They settled in Antioch, and lived there for 43 years.  Read more HERE in Wednesday's edition of the Daily Tribune |
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Helene Anne Oldham Dailey July 16, 2010 Sunday, August 1, 2010 1:02 AM |
Helene Anne Oldham Dailey, 78, of Petersburg died July 16, in her home. Bedford Funeral Chapel is handling services. |
50, of Lansing, died July 22. Services have been held. Arrangements by Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
69, of Owosso, died Sunday. Memorial services 3 p.m. Wednesday at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Perry. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 8:32 AM |
BILLINGS JAMES GEORGE, JR.; 83; of Hot Springs Village, AR died July 30, 2010. He was born June 30, 1927; in New York City, NY to George Billings Sr. and Anne Marie Murray Billings. George was a sales engineer for Y.C. Smith, Inc. serving as President for 20 years. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 12:53 AM |
The late mother of James Vernon Hosch was Katilee Hosch and his late son was Kevin J. Hosch. Also a granddaughter's name is Audrea. Some of the information was incorrect in the Rev. Hosch's obituary Saturday. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 1:34 AM |
SIMON, JUNE M.; age 80; of Auburn Hills; died July 31, 2010. |
95, of Lansing, formerly of Eaton Rapids, retired industrial engineer, died Saturday. Graveside services 2 p.m. today at Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements by Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010 2:28 AM |
WAUSAU, Wis. -- James "Jim" E. Palm passed away Sunday, July 25, 2010, at 4:30 p.m. from the effects of the final stages of Alzheimers. He passed peacefully in his sleep in Wausau. |
James J. Eddington Morrice James J. Eddington, age 91 of Morrice, passed away on Saturday July 31, 2010 at the Poppen Residence Hospice House in Muskegon, MI. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Marys Catholic Church in Morrice on Wednesday August 4, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Monsignor George C. Michalek will officiate with burial to follow at Bethany Cemetery in Morrice. The family will receive friends at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home in Perry on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a rosary being prayed at 7:00 p.m. Jim was born in Morrice, MI, on January 18, 1919, the son of Edward W. and Mary C. (Jordan) Eddington. He graduated from St. Mary's High School in Adrian, MI. On February 9, 1946, he married Millie Block in Detroit, MI. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Morrice, Knights of Columbus member for over 70 years, life member of the Lions Club and the Ushers Club. Jim worked for Oldsmobile in Lansing for over 30 years. He is survived by his daughter, Patricia (James) Moore; granddaughter Molly; many nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Dorothy Schlief; and his best friend, Duey Russell. He was predeceased by his wife, Millie in 2007; his sister, Elizabeth Eddington-Keenoy; his brother, Frank; and his parents. Memorials are suggested to St. Mary's Catholic Church Bethany Cemetery Fund. Online condolences may be sent to |
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James Oonk, age 87, of Zeeland, passed away Saturday, July 31 2010, at Hospice House of Holland. Funeral services will be held, 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at Central Wesleyan Church, 446 W. 40th St., Holland, with the Reverend Larry Johnson officiating. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland. Burial with military honors will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. 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. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 12:06 AM |
Jane Ellen Bailey Jane Ellen (Mikelait) Bailey, age 48, of Marshall and formerly of Mount Clemens died Wednesday, July 28, 2010, from injuries she sustained in an automobile accident. Mrs. Bailey was born on March 11, 1962, in Mount Clemens to Charles A and Carolyn R, (McMullen) Mikelait. Jane was employed in the finance department at Oaklawn Hospital, Marshall. On August 20, 1988, she married James W. Bailey in Mount Clemens. She is survived by her husband, James; sons, Michael James Bailey a student at Michigan State University and Robert John Bailey at home; mother, Carolyn R. Mikelait of Clinton Township; sister, Marla (Darren Trippell) Mikelait of Ann Arbor; brothers, Robert (Connie) Mikelait of Olathe, KS and Mark (Anne) Mikelait of Lexington, OH; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles A. Mikelait. Visitation will be on Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Marshall, Michigan. A funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are to the Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center, Augusta, Michigan. Assistance with memorial contributions is available at the funeral home. You are encouraged to visit www.kempffunealhome.com to leave a personal message and sign the online guestbook. |
78, of Eaton Rapids, retired Eaton Rapids Senior Center director, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
Jeanette Marie (Gagnon) Austin Friday, July 30, 2010 2:49 AM |
MARENISCO, Mich. -- Jeanette Marie (Gagnon) Austin passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010, after a brief but intense battle with lung cancer. |
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Jebey J. Pruitt, 83 of Wyoming, Mich., died Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at home. Services will be  11 a.m. today at the Clyde Park Church of the Nazarene, 2545 Clyde Park SW. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visiting is one hour prior to the service at the church. www.mkdfuneralhome.com |
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 9:28 AM |
A memorial service celebrating the life of Jerry Lynn Joneson, 75, of Petoskey will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 31, at the Petoskey United Methodist Church. |
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  Jessie C. Scully, age 87, of Onaway, formerly of Almont, died at Tendercare Health Center in Rogers City on June 29, 2010. Funeral arrangments are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home. |
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 7:29 AM |
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Jim L. Ryder Lake Summerset, IL Jim L. Ryder, 71 of Lake Summerset, IL, died at 4:03 a.m. Saturday July 31, 2010 in his home after a courageous battle with cancer. Born October 25, 1938 in Benton Harbor, Michigan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Lewis and Hazel Ruth (Peterson) Raypholtz. Wilbur died in 1941 and Hazel then married James T. Ryder who adopted the children. Jim married the former Ruth Ann Squires in Onondaga, MI, on October 6, 1961. He was employed as a diesel truck mechanic by Ford Motor Company retiring on February 1, 2001. Jim attended Indian Grove Country Church in Rock City, IL. He was a member of Land of Lincoln Theater Organ Society, an amateur ham radio operator whose call letters are KA9CHQ, a classic car buff owing a '51 Mercury. He was a proud grandfather and enjoyed emailing his many friends. He graduated from East Lansing High School in Lansing, MI, Greer Tech in Chicago, IL. Survivors include: wife, Ruth Ryder of Lake Summerset, IL; daughters, Kimberly (Jeffrey) Rio of Poplar Grove, IL, Robin (William) Mazzuca of Belvidere, IL, Lori Rio of Freeport, IL; grandchildren, Jake, Sammy, Jim, Zach, Matthew, Amanda, Emmaly, Joey, Dommy; brother, Lewis A. (Gail) Ryder of LaPlace, Louisiana; and many wonderful neighbors and friends. He was predeceased by parents, sister and brother-in-law, Mary Lou and Ronald Larkins. Funeral ceremonies at 10:30 a.m. Thursday August 5, 2010 in Indian Grove Country Church 6970 IL Route 75 E Rock City, IL, with Pastor Paul Lamb officiating. Burial in Durand Cemetery, Durand, IL. A visitation will be held at McCorkle Funeral Home 101 Main St Durand, IL from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday. Memorials may be given to Northern IL Hospice Association 4215 Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108. Visit, to send on-line condolences. |
JoAnn L. Westrick JoAnn L. Westrick, 79, died Saturday, July 31, 2010, after a short illness. She was born October 17, 1930. In 1969, JoAnn graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, after earning her nursing diploma from St. Vincent's Hospital School of Nursing in Toledo in 1965. JoAnn earned her Masters in Nursing focusing on adult mental health, in 1974 at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. JoAnn was a faculty member of the Michigan State University College of Nursing from 1975 until her retirement in 1993. A tenured assistant professor, she taught undergraduate psychiatric-mental health nursing. Before coming to MSU, JoAnn worked as a geriatric psychiatric nursing specialist at DePaul Hospital in New Orleans. Earlier, she taught psychiatric nursing at Touro Infirmary School of Nursing in New Orleans, 1971-72. She also prepared psychiatric nurse technicians at St. Vincent's Hospital in Toledo, Ohio, 1970-71. During the 1960's, she assisted missionary nuns and priests on the Caribbean island of Jamaica. After retirement, JoAnn worked as a massage therapist. JoAnn shared her gift of friendship with many, and served as a healer for all. She loved classical music, completing crossword puzzles, games of chance, her elegant cat Miss Sophia, and annual vacations on Beaver Island and in St. Pete Beach, Florida. JoAnn will be missed by her family and friends who will remember her as a master teacher and mentor having keen insight and practical wisdom. Her patience and extraordinary listening skills, coupled with empathy, touched many in need. Known for her convictions and deliberative approach, JoAnn's spirituality gave others strength. JoAnn is survived by Donna Hardenberg, her partner of 27 years. She is also survived by her son, Christopher Horrigan of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and three grandchildren, Mary (Brian) Mahlia, Katherine Horrigan, and Edward Horrigan. JoAnn was the oldest of four children. Surviving are her sisters, Eleanor (Clem) Vascik, and Betty (Ray) Giles; and brother, Ken Westrick all of Toledo, Ohio; as well as nine loving nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held in East Lansing at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Solar Circle--sponsor of a solar oven workshop in Tanzania--at 4709 Woodcraft, Okemos, Michigan 48864. |
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A memorial service is scheduled for Joan Kuykendall at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, at Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. A lunch will follow at the Morenci American Legion. Joan, 73, of Hernando, Fla., died May 13, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. She was born Nov. 18, 1936, in Addison, Mich., the daughter of the late Arthur and Virgie (Snyder) Burns. She married George R. Kuykendall, and he survives. Joan was a longtime resident of Morenci. |
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Joan L. “Nana” Milliman, 71, of  Sturgis, passed away Saturday morning July 31, 2010, at Fairview Living Centre in Centreville. She was born March 20, 1939, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Harrison and Viva (Waldron) Rippey. Nana had resided in the Sturgis area her whole life, and graduated from Burr Oak High School with the class of 1958. She retired from the Dometic Corporation in LaGrange, Ind., after 19 years of employment. Following her retirement, she worked as a receptionist at Wal-Mart in Sturgis for several years. Nana was a member of Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW Auxiliary and a past member of the Women of the Moose Sturgis Chapter #613. She enjoyed playing bingo, gambling and going to casinos. She loved her many animals. She is survived by two daughters, Kristine Milliman and Karla Milliman, both of Sturgis; four grandchildren, Justin Marie Smith of Thayer, Mo., Heather Waite of Sturgis, Adam Boughton of Sturgis and Andrew Boughton, stationed in Germany with the U.S. Air Force; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Joyce (Howard) VanEtten of South Carolina and Jerry Shaver of Florida; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a daughter, Kathy Milliman. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends for a time of fellowship, sharing of memories and a meal from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW, 264 W. Fawn River Road, Sturgis. Private burial of the ashes will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel of Sturgis is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial donations  to the family would be appreciated to help with expenses, c/o: Karla Milliman, 516 N. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Joe Frank Green, 77 “Joe, Daddy, Papa, Grandpa, Your Father, Old Man, The Educator, Green” of Onaway, Mich., died on June 28, 2010 at the age of 77. Joe was born on July 11, 1932, in Paducah, Kentucky, and later moved to Michigan with his family. He proudly served in the United States Army, 100th Tank Battalion, 1st Armored Division of Fort Hood, Texas and was a proud member of the Teamster’s who retired from Signal Delivery after 30+ years. He was an avid hunter, Civil War & history aficionado, who loved to travel and visit local casinos. In addition, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Joe is survived by his six loving children, Joel C. Green, Joelynn “Jodie” C. Necker (Dave), Janice C. Foster, Judith C. Budzinski (Wayne), Joann C. Weingartz (Daniel) and Jeanette C. Hilliker (Gary); sixteen grandchildren, Ron (Christy), Joe & Serena Green, David & Erica (Doug) Necker, Russell, Daniel & Mitchell Foster, Alexis (John), Adam & Addie Budzinski, Isabella & Jackson Weingartz, Jessica, Holly & Jacob Hilliker; three great-grandchildren, Gavin & Jackson Green and Conner Foster; and two sisters, Geneva Longeway and Mary Lou Zentz. He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Joseph C. Green; his parents, Joseph Clyde & Ola Mae Green; and siblings, Vada Knowlton, Betty Green, Bobbie Green and Richard Green. A memorial gathering for family and friends will be held in his honor, Saturday, July 10 at 1 p.m. at the Allis Township Hall, 20018 West 638 Hwy., Onaway, Mich. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to either: Vital Care Hospice House, Memory of Joe Green, 722 South Street, Cheboygan, MI 49721 or the family: Judith Budzinski, 6606 Indian Trail, Cheboygan, MI 49721. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 12:06 AM |
John J. Atia John J. Atia, age 86, of Shelby Township, passed away July 31, 2010. Beloved husband of the late Alice whom proceeded him in death October 31, 2009. Loving father of Nancy (Jim) Campbell, Pamela (the late Joe) Malburg, Connie Atia- Ahrens, JoAnn Atia, Jerry (Lynne) Flowers, Edward (Sherry) Flowers, and Carolyn (Otis) Marshall. Dear grandpa of 19 and great-grandpa of 8. Mr. Atia served in the United States Navy. He was a Trim Inspector with Ford Motor Co. and retired in 1980. He was a member of the Ford Local 400 UAW as well as a member of the Shelby Senior Center. He liked to play cards and loved to travel with Big Daddy, enjoying many trips to Soaring Eagle Casino. Funeral Wednesday 11 a.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Twp. (S. of 22 Mile Rd.) Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to The Leukemia Society. Share online condolences at www.gramerfuneralhome.com. |
Monday, July 26, 2010 9:35 AM |
John W. May, 55, of Petoskey, died July 22, 2010, in Mount Prospect, Ill. |
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 9:27 AM |
John W. May, 56, of Petoskey, died unexpectedly July 22, 2010, at Alexian Brother, Elk Grove Village, Ill. |
75, of Fort Gratiot, died Friday. Services 1 p.m. Tuesday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. |
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“A woman who feareth God is a woman to be praised.” — Prov. 31:30 Juanita M. Hassenzahl, 90, passed into her heavenly home at Country Living II in Hillsdale on Thursday, July 29, 2010. A cherished wife and mother, Juanita was born June 28, 1920. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bud Arbuckle; a sister, Fay Schutte; and one great-grandson, Brad Hicks. She has a surviving sister, Norma Welsh of Adrian. Juanita is also survived by her husband, Lowell. Juanita’s lifework was being a helpmate to her husband, a farmer and her Sand Creek High School sweetheart, whom she married on Dec. 9, 1938, a marriage that lovingly continued for 71 years. Juanita was a family-oriented lady, famous for her pie baking and original sayings. A devout Christian, she was a member of the West Rome Baptist Church for nearly 50 years. Juanita was “mom” to five children; David (Sylvia) Hassenzahl of Manitou Beach, Linda (Charlie) Schaffner of Hudson, John (Deborah) Hassenzahl of Jacksonville, Fla., Phil (Susan) Hassenzahl of Fowlerville and Cathy (Brent) Moore of Pittsford. She was “grandma” to Barb (James) Moore, Janelle (Jeff) Adams, Susan (Jim) Blomgren, Mark (Rachel) Schaffner, Dawn (John) Woo, Lori (John) Christiano, Kimberly (Bryan) Mead, Daniel (Angela) Hassenzahl, Josh (Sara) Moore, Andrew Hassenzahl and Jacob Moore. Juanita’s family included 16 great-grandchildren, Lynnzie, Brady, Cari, Cameron, Madeline, Zachary, Luke, Alexa Grace, Corey, Lauren, Claire, Samantha, Lia, Will, Rachel, Helena and Trent. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 2, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Darren Lemmon officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held on Sunday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Hillsdale County. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Saturday, July 31, 2010 6:35 AM |
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Julie Marie Budzynski, 48, of Harbor Springs, passed away July 21, 2010, at her Readmond Township home. |
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Julio Cesar Sarabia, 62, of Pullman, died Sunday, July 25, 2010, at his daughter’s home in Bakersfield, Calif. No services are planned at this time. |
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 6:39 AM |
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Kenneth L. Kolassa, 66, of Battle Creek and formerly of Bronson, died Friday, July 23, 2010, at Battle Creek Health System. Kenneth was born May 3, 1944, in Coldwater to Theodore and Alberta (Herman) Kolassa. He married Janet Graver on Sept. 7, 1968, in Bronson. Mr. Kolassa worked in the Media Department for Kellogg Co. for 35 years, retiring in 1998, then for the Battle Creek Public School System for six years at the Math and Science Center. Surviving are his wife Janet; sons, Michael (Kim) Kolassa of Marshall and Jim (Michelle) Kolassa of Battle Creek; a brother, Richard (Cinda) Kolassa of Coldwater; grandchildren Haley and Lindsey Luke, Alyson, Hunter, Katelyn and Easton (Petey) Kolassa. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. today with the Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary of Assumption Church in Bronson. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Bronson. Memorials may be directed to the Wattles Park Men’s Club in Battle Creek. |
Lawrence "Butch" Brooker April 13, 1941-July 29, 2010 Sunday, August 1, 2010 1:02 AM |
Lawrence "Butch" Brooker, 69 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Thursday, July 29, 2010 at The Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH. |
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Leona Elizabeth Wegner, age 97, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at Sturgis Hospital. Leona was born Aug. 25, 1912, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late August and Ella (Schweder) Siefert. On Nov. 24, 1934, she married Harold C. Wegner in Sturgis. He preceded her in death on May 2, 2000. Leona was a homemaker and had lived all of her life in the Sturgis area, graduating from Sturgis High School with the class of 1930.  She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis, and a former member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. She sang in both choirs and many funerals and also WTRC Elkhart radio station. She was a board member of Freedom and Fawn River school districts. She was a charter member of the original county school board and the now St. Joseph County ISD for 24 years. She is survived by a daughter, Nancy L. (Alvin) Inman, and a son, David L. (Diane) Wegner, both of Sturgis; seven grandchildren, Kalyn (Timothy) Pulling of Sturgis, Kurt (Marcia) Inman of Sturgis, Kristi (Michael) Bronstetter of Sturgis, Dawn (Corey) Kauffman of Sturgis, Donna Wegner (Rachael Byre) of Fort Wayne, Ind., Deedra (Craig) Triezenberg of Broomfield, Colo., and Danielle Wegner (Synda Gaglio) of Houston; 10 great-grandchildren, Eric (Jessica) Pulling of Raleigh, N.C., Jaime Pulling (Brenda Allen) of Dubbo, Australia, Ella Inman of Sturgis, Gretchen Inman of Sturgis, Hannah Bronstetter of Sturgis, Emma Bronstetter of Sturgis, Courtney (Tyler) Voorus of Broomfield, Alexa Kauffman of Broomfield, Tori Triezenberg of Broomfield and Maci Triezenberg of Broomfield; and a great-great-grandchild, Claire Pulling, of Raleigh. The family will receive relatives and friends from 3-7 p.m. Thursday at the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon  and from 10-11 a.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis. Funeral services follow at 11 a.m. at the church, with the Revs. Calvin J. Kolzow Jr. and Michael A. Klafehn will officiate. Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery  in Sturgis.   If desired, the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Leona to Trinity Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at the Funeral Home and Church. |
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Lillian M. Garver, 82, of White Pigeon, died July 30, 2010, at her home following an extended illness. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Monday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon, where services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday with the Rev. Terry Powell of the Bristol Missionary Church officiating. Burial will be in White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. |
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 6:39 AM |
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Thursday, July 29, 2010 2:55 PM |
Linda Claire (Alexander) Battle, 48, of Gaylord, died peacefully in her sleep July 26, 2010, at her home. |
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Louis W. Kai, 79, of Sturgis, died peacefully at his home Friday, July 23, 2010, after an extended illness. He was born March 29, 1931, in Kalamazoo, a son of Harold and Inez (Hodgman) Kai. He had been a resident of Middle Lake in Sturgis for 23 years, coming from Marcellus. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean War. On Oct. 27, 1956, he married Audrey D. Crampton in Marcellus. He was employed in the recreational vehicle industry all of his life, retiring from Coachman in 1994. He enjoyed working in his shop, fishing in his old boat on Middle Lake, growing flowers and watching wildlife and birds. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Audrey D. Kai of Sturgis; a daughter, Bridget Hoersten of Vicksburg; a granddaughter, Amanda (John) Bach of Galesburg; a sister-in-law, Marla (Marshall) Wyman of Portage; and a brother-in-law, Charles (Mildred) Goodoff of Vacaville, Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Kevin P. Kai; and a sister, Dora Parish. Visitation is private. Arrangements were made by Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Private graveside services will take place at Poe Cemetery in Jones, with the Rev. Gary Carr, pastor of Corey Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Sturgis Hospice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
Lynda Lee 'Lyn' (Macaulay) Salisbury, 72 Friday, July 30, 2010 10:24 AM |
Lynda Lee "Lyn" (Macaulay) Salisbury, age 72, passed away suddenly on July 28, 2010, in Boyne City. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 8:32 AM |
WALL, MICHAEL D. Age 61; of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; formerly of Waterford, MI. Born February 2, 1949; died March 23, 2010 after a short battle with cancer. Loving husband of Jane Wall; loving father of Amy (Ted) Sadler and Wendy (Bruce) White; son of L. Shirley and the late Donald L. Wall; brother of Patty (Ron Prat) Wall and Gary (Donna) Wall; stepfather of Beth Pelczar, Hank and Tom Moore; dear grandfather of Ted, Kaitlyn, Patrick, Zoe and Parker. |
Wednesday, July 21, 2010 11:40 AM |
Marc Donald Moore, age 36, of Boyne City, died unexpectedly July 19, 2010, at his apartment in Boyne City. |
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  Margaret M. (Gillett) ZurHorst, age 92, of Onaway, died at Tendercare Health Center in Rogers City on June 30, 2010. Funeral arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 12:06 AM |
Margaret VanDorn Margaret VanDorn (Clarke), age 68, of Croswell, passed away July 31, 2010. She was born April 15, 1942. Margie was an avid gardener, a wonderful cook and loved nature. Her strength, spirit and love are an inspiration to all. Devoted wife of James VanDorn. Beloved mother of Kara (Steve) Boelstler, Brian (Tricia) Powell, Gregory (Carolyn) VanDorn and Todd VanDorn. Proud grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of two. Cherished friend of Carol Kelly, Jan Hudspeth, and cousin Kay Heffernan. Predeceased by her first husband George Powell and children Corinne Powell and James VanDorn, Jr. Visitation at Smith Family Funeral Home, 1525 Hancock Street, Port Huron MI 48060, Tuesday 2-8 p.m. The funeral service will be on Wednesday at 11 a.m. preceded by one hour of visitation. Donations in Margie's memory may be made to Lexington's Lakeshore Garden Club, P.O. Box 232, Lexington, MI 48450. To send condolences, please visit smithfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Marjorie U. Reese, age 80, of Addison passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2010, at Birchaven Village in Findlay, Ohio. She was born on Feb. 27, 1930, in Rainelle, W.Va., to Guy A. and Mary E. (Carron) Reed. She married Ernest L. Reese on March 8, 1950, in Clifton Forge, Va., and he preceded her in death on Nov. 17, 1986. Marjorie lived her early life in Rainelle, W.Va., then in 1965 she lived in Lima, Ohio, and then in 1982 she moved to Addison. She was formerly employed at Superior Metals in Wapakoneta, Ohio, for 16 years, retiring in 1981. She was a member of the Addison United Church in Addison, Mich. Marjorie was an avid reader, and she enjoyed cooking. Surviving are two daughters, Debra L. (Jerry) Wyant of Addison and Donna L. Reese of Findlay, Ohio; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Ethel Reed of White Sulphur Springs, W.Va.; and nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest, one son, Darrell L. Reese, three brothers and three sisters. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, at Hillside Cemetery in Addison. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 8:32 AM |
In Loving Memory of Marlene G. Peruski Aug. 4, 1941 ~ Aug. 23, 2006 We're wishing you a happy birthday in heaven. You're never far from our thoughts. We all love and miss you very much. Your Family & Friends |
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Martha Ann Koszut, 86, of Levering, passed away July 14 at home. She was born August 29, 1923 in Wyandotte, Mich., to Louis and Catherine (Major) Gajan. Martha is survived by her husband, Peter; sister, Helen Zdunczyk of Florida; cousin, Sylvia (Gerald) Jagielski of Wyandotte; many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Koszut was preceded in death by her son, Peter Alan Koszut in 1991. A memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Clements Catholic Church in Pellston on Thursday at 11 a.m. Arrangements are in care of Beck Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Vital Care or St. Clements Catholic Church in memory of Martha Koszut On line condolences at www.beckfuneralhome.org   |
Martha Sue (Taylor) Henley Lansing On Friday, July 30, 2010, Sue Henley, with her loving family at her side, passed of natural causes and is now joyfully reunited with her infant daughter, Theresa. Sue's true purpose in life was to be a kind, loving, daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, and she did so with fierce loyalty, selflessness, and commitment. Sue was born on August 2, 1933 in Bradford, TN to Vera and Robert Taylor. Sue had one brother, Robert (Irene) Taylor, Jr. (Ripley, TN). When Sue was just ten years old, she met Charles "Chuck" Henley, Jr., also of Bradford, TN. Little did Sue know at the time that their lives would be intertwined and impact generations to come. Sue moved to Lansing, MI with her family when she was twelve, and years later reunited with Chuck who had moved to Lansing to work for the Lansing Fire Department. Their renewed friendship blossomed and on August 4, 1951, Sue and Chuck were married. They were blessed with nearly 59 years of marriage, and three additional children, Steven (Amy) Henley of Las Vegas, NV, Michael (Bernadine) Henley of Holt, MI, and Paula (Wayne) Berry of St. Johns, MI; along with nine grandchildren whom she was immensely proud of: Tina (Clay) Baker, and Tara, Liza, and Adam Henley of Las Vegas, David and Sunnie Henley of Holt, and Kira, Garrett, and Colton Berry of St. Johns. Sue was a long time member of Holmes Road Church of Christ. She also was very active with the Arthritis Mutual Support Group, as Sue graciously coped with RA for years and she chose to help others suffering from the disease. Sue's love and dedication to her family, friends, and the local neighborhood watch program brought her much joy, as did listening to Elvis tunes - especially if her son, Steve, was playing them. Sue's life is epitomized by 2 remarkable quotes. The first by Elizabeth Stone: "Making the decision to have a child is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body." The second by Charlotte Gray: "Children and mothers never truly part -Bound in the beating of each other's heart." She will be greatly missed and cherished by all who love her, including her lifelong friend Joyce Ergen. A funeral service will be held for Sue on Friday, August 6th at 2 p.m. The family will receive friends Thursday August 5th from 6 p.m- 8 p.m. and 1 hour prior to the funeral on Friday at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 900 East Michigan Ave., Lansing, Michigan, 48912. Interment will take place Saturday August 14th, at Locust Grove Cemetery in Bradford, TN with Brother Robert Taylor, Jr. officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Sue's honor to the, , PO Box 96280, Washington DC 20077. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 1:03 AM |
Martin H. Farrell, 69, of Monroe died 3:20 p.m. Saturday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg, Ohio. Arrangements are pending at Rupp Funeral Home. |
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  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 Alice (Gunnells) Pretzer-Prall Wednesday, July 28, 2010 6:39 AM |
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Mary Elizabeth Kobrzycki July 29, 2010 Sunday, August 1, 2010 1:03 AM |
KOBRZYCKI, Mary E., age 84, of New Boston, died July 29, 2010. |
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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 |
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Monday, August 2, 2010 12:06 AM |
Mary J. Collins Mary J. Collins, age 79, a longtime resident of Fraser. Beloved wife of the late Gerald; dear mother of Patricia, Gerald "Blake" (Michelle), Daniel (Julie), John (Vita) and Christine (Michael) Smith, sister of John, Jennie and Blanche Buffa. Also survived by 22 loving grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Proceeded in death by brothers, Anthony and Dominic and sisters, Laura and Frances. Visitation will be held at the Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores, Tuesday 2-9 p.m. and Wednesday morning at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church of Fraser until time of Mass. For service times please call (586) 293-3390 or visit the family's guestbook at www.faulmannwalsh.com. Arrangements were entrusted to the Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home of Fraser. |
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Mary Jofred Christine Weiderman, 95, of Sturgis, owner and operator with her husband of Weiderman Fruit Farm in Sturgis for 52 years, went to be with her Lord on Saturday evening, July 24, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born May 2, 1915, in Summit, N.J., a daughter of the late E.G. and Lilly (Alfsen) Dillon. Mary had resided in Sturgis most of her life, and graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1934. She was named the female athlete of her class. On Oct. 14, 1938 she married Kenneth Donald Weiderman in Sturgis. He died March 15, 2001. She was a longtime faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sturgis, where she had served with the altar guild, ladies aid and sang in the choir. She enjoyed driving, especially her golf cart. Mary and Ken enjoyed traveling throughout the United States including California, the east coast and a trip to Norway, and she loved time spent with her family. She was proud to have ridden in the Sturgis Toy Run the past two years. Mary also enjoyed playing bingo at Thurston Woods, and she was one of the founding members of the Sturgis area TOPS program. She is survived by two daughters, Christine Oxender of Sturgis and Sharon (Mike) Webb of Stevensville; four sons, Kenneth D. (Marge) Weiderman, Jr. of Arlington, Texas, Allen (Irene) Weiderman of Jacksonville, Fla., David (Cindy) Weiderman of Sturgis and Jim (Barbara) Weiderman of Sturgis; 20 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; a brother, Edward (Elizabeth) Dillon of Boca Raton, Fla.; a sister-in-law, Mary Dillon of Memphis, Tenn.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers, David Dillon, James Dillon and Adolf Dillon; and a nephew, Bruce Dillon. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday and Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes  Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Mary Weiderman will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the St. John’s Lutheran Church of Sturgis. The Rev. Paul Stern 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. Weiderman’s memory consider the St. John’s Lutheran Church or the St. John’s Lutheran Church Choir, 1108 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. |
33, of East Lansing, salesman, died July 27. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Valley Farms Baptist Church, DeWitt. Arrangements by Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Laingsburg. |
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Maxine “Mickey” M. Slenk, 85, of Holland, died Thursday, July 29, 2010 at Sheldon Meadows Nursing Home in Hudsonville. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Graafschap Cemetery (corner of Graafschap and 32nd Street). A memorial  service will be scheduled at a later date. Arrangements are by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Lifestory Funeral Homes, 188 West 32nd St. Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Melanie M. Sims, 63, of Bellefontaine, Ohio, died Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010 in her home, under hospice care. She was born March 5, 1947, in Minneapolis, a daughter of Alfred Donald and Ida Lenore Forsberg Moss. They preceded her in death. On Dec. 7, 1969, she married Daniel T. Sims in Sturgis. She is survived by her husband, Dan, of Bellefontaine; daughters Kerrie L. (Stephen) Hancock of Charlotte, N.C., Kristen M.T. (Matt) Frick of Englewood, Ohio, and Kathleen M. (David) Smith of Columbus, Ohio; a son, Kasey C. (Angel) Sims of Bellefontaine; seven grandchildren, Makayla, Caleb, Courtney, Lauren, Stephen, Xavier and Alexander; two brothers, John (Marcia) Moss of Florida and Robert Moss of Michigan; a sister, Barbara (Scott) Smith of Maryland; and several nieces and nephews. Melanie graduated from Sturgis High School and attended Michigan State University. She graduated from Urbana University in 1984. Melanie was employed by the State of Ohio department of job and family services as a supervisor in the child support division. She also had a part-time accounting service. She was a faithful member of Jubilee Mennonite Church and served as financial chairperson, pianist for worship services and small-group leader. Living out her faith, Melanie was a testament to all she encountered. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Eichholtz Funeral Home in Bellefontaine, and one hour prior to services at Jubilee Mennonite Church. Pastor Tony Doehrmann will conduct a funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church. A family graveside service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Jubilee Mennonite Church, 169 County Road 32 North, Bellefontaine, OH 43311, in memory of Melanie. Expressed condolences may be sent to the family at www.eichholtzfuneralhome.com.   |
Monday, July 26, 2010 7:05 AM |
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56, of Lansing, died Thursday. Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
Monday, July 26, 2010 8:49 AM |
Michael Joseph Burke, 63, passed away in his Petoskey apartment on July 17, 2010. He was born in Toledo, Ohio, on March 30, 1946, the son of Stanley and Lee Burke. Mike grew up in Pellston, and was a graduate of Petoskey St. Francis Xavier High School. He loved to fish, hunt and cook. |
Wednesday, July 21, 2010 7:52 AM |
Michael Joseph Gardner, 65, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., my best friend, awesome husband, great father, grandpa (papa) and brother, went home to be with his Lord July 12, 2010, at home. |
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Michael P. Koetsier, of Allegan, died Friday, July 30, 2010, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. Friends may meet with the family from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.com. Private graveside services will be held at a later date. Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Mikael K. Daoud, 84, of Coldwater, died peacefully, surrounded by his family after a brief illness, Saturday, July 31, 2010 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Coldwater with Rev. Fr. Daniel Doctor officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Mr. Daoud was born Jan. 1, 1926 in Ean - Al Shara, Syria to Kahlil and Leah (Malooley) Daoud. He married Mounira Daoud on Nov. 12, 1947 in Ean - Al Shara. Mikael was a senior accountant for many years for Marathon Oil in Damascus, Syria. He and his wife emigrated to the United States in 1994. Mr. Daoud was a devoted and beloved Christian man. He was dedicated to his family and especially enjoyed his many grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Mounira, twelve children including Coldwater residents Dr. Joudat (Patrice) Daoud and Drs. Akram (Christina) Daoud, 39 grandchildren including Coldwater grandchildren Mikael, John, Daniel, Alex, Jennifer, Amanda and Mikaela Daoud and eight great-grandchildren. Memorial may be directed to the Third Floor Nursing Department at the Community Health Center of Branch County. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 12:06 AM |
Mildred H. Wall Mildred Huberta ("Bert") Wall passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2010. Mrs. Wall is survived by her husband of 55 years, Oren; her loving children, Marlana Wall (Keith) Ketelhut, Barbie (Herb) Wolfenbarger, Ren'a Wall and Oren Keith (Miae) Wall; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; her sister Ann Todd; and sister-in-law, Anita Harris. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Bertha Harris and her brother Joseph Harris and brother-in-law, Frank Todd. Visitation will be Monday, August 2, at the Lee-Ellena Funeral Home, 46530 Romeo Plank (south of 21 Mile), Macomb from 2-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place Tuesday, August 3, at Central Baptist Church, 38900 Moravian, Clinton Township, at 11 a.m. Additional visitation will take place at the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment Willow Grove Cemetery, Armada. Contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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Murial 'Gay' (Potter) Lincoln Fraser Monday, August 2, 2010 1:48 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Muriel “Gay” (Potter) Lincoln Fraser, 70, of Horton, formerly of Coldwater, died Friday, July 30, 2010 at the U of M Medical Center in Ann Arbor. She was born Aug. 30, 1939 in Coldwater to Elton Merle and Grace L. (Canrike) Potter. She married Leslie Fraser on Sept. 27, 1995 in Toledo, Ohio. She was a member of the Coldwater Eagles and was a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. She loved computer games, crocheting and reading. She also loved all her granddogs. Survivors include husband Leslie of Horton; daughters Patricia (Jim) Wolf of Dade City, Fla., Cathy Usher of Coldwater, Julie (Chad) Mosher of Coldwater and Karen Carrion of Globes; stepchildren Leslie John (Brenda) Fraser of Horton and Fiona (Tim) Brown of Brownstown; grandchildren Kevin Bruce Usher, Jr., Jesse Carrion, Kallista and Matthew Brown and Loren Fraser, sisters Edith (Dan) Rice of Midland and Virginia Charles of Jonesville and brother Elton (Cheryl) Potter, Jr. of Coldwater. She was preceded in death by parents, son-in-law Kevin Bruce Usher, Sr. and grandson Lalo James Carrion. A celebration of life will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Burial will be a Fisher Cemetery in Quincy. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until time of service Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Lalo James Carrion Scholarship. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. |
Saturday, July 31, 2010 9:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Naoko Yamane, 45, of Addison died Thursday of injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Addison. Arrangements are pending at Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. |
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Neva J. Rumsey, 79, of Bronson, died Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010 at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. |
Wednesday, July 21, 2010 7:53 AM |
Norman G. Miller, age 93, died peacefully at Hiland Cottage Monday, July 19, 2010. |
Thursday, July 22, 2010 1:34 PM |
Norman George Miller, 93, a lifelong resident of Petoskey, died Monday, July 19, 2010, at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 1:34 AM |
VARNAS, OLGA; age 96; of Wolverine Lake died July 31, 2010. |
Monday, July 26, 2010 8:34 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Carl Melvin Campbell, 80, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010, at his home. He was born April 3, 1930 in Shepherd, Tennessee to Bruce and Flora Ann (Hughes) Campbell. He was married April 7, 1952 to Delia Green and she preceded him in death in 2009. Carl was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving during the Korean Conflict. He retired from General Motors Corporation. Surviving are three daughters, Phyllis (Richard) Sawyer of Hillsdale, Sandra (Melvin) Johnson of Osseo and Peggy Strachan of Taylor; two sons, Stephen Campbell of Hudson and David Campbell of New Haven; 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; seven siblings, Louise Stewart, Joyce Headrick, Margaret Browning, Juanita Huges, Walter Huges, James Huges and David Huges. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Sharon Ortwine; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Carl Campbell will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Thomas Mann officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at the Kirby Cemetery in Adams Township. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family of Carl Campbell. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 11:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Clare Edwin Monroe, 97, passed away peacefully Monday, July 26, 2010, at his home in Pittsford surrounded by his family. Clare and Evelyn (Wierda) were married for 69 years until she passed away in Sept 2006. Clare is survived by his five children: Barbara Page of Fairbanks, Alaska; Kathleen (Raymond) Hildebrand of Columbia, Missouri; Thomas (Judith) Monroe of Evanston, Illinois; James (Cindy) Monroe of Traverse City and Joanne (Michael) Shaw of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.   Clare began his education in a one-room schoolhouse and graduated from Pittsford High School. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Education and Dairy Science from Michigan State University (formerly Michigan State College) in 1934. Education was a driving force in Clare’s life.  He taught Vocational Agriculture for 43 years as well as advisor for the FFA, class advisor for the junior class and drama coach.  While teaching he was an active member of MEA/NEA and continued throughout his retirement as an active member of the MEA of Retired School Personnel.   Service to community and church were values that motivated Clare throughout his life.  He proudly represented the Republican Party at both the county and state level, was a member of the Pittsford Lions Club, SAR (Sons of the American Revolution), Farm Bureau, local and state historical societies, deacon of the Pittsford Congregational Church and Clan Munro USA.   Clare maintained his family’s centennial farm that dates back to 1836. He joined his father, MC Monroe, in the family dairy farm and bee business in 1945.  Upon his retirement from teaching, Clare started a second career managing his own greenhouse business (which he started from scratch). He retired from the flower business when he turned 90.   Clare was honored with many awards over a lifetime of service to family, community and God.   He lived a rich and fulfilling life and will be missed and celebrated by all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, July 30 at the Pittsford Congregational Church, 4340 South Pittsford Road in Pittsford with Pastor Terry Bobzien officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation is 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson. Memorials are suggested to: Clare E. Monroe Agricultural Scholarship Fund or Clare E. and Evelyn Monroe Scholarship Fund or Pittsford Congregational Church Building Fund.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.   View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.     |
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David Stanley Hersh, 89, of North Adams, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born Sept. 10, 1920, in Hillsdale County, the son of Lucian and Ada (Lovett) Hersh. He is survived by his wife, Zellia (Wells) Hersh whom he married on June 10, 1945; three children, Phyllis (John) Modisett of Belton, Texas, Stanley Hersh of North Adams and Alice (Frank) MacCue of Macon, N.C.; son-in-law, Geroge Winchell of Stanton; three grandchildren, Andrew (Angela) Modisett, Phillip Modisett and Paul Winchell; two great-grandchildren, Carsyn and Tristan Modisett; several nieces and nephews and a German exchange daughter, Friederike Monschau. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Marcia Winchell; two brothers, Robert and Harold Hersh and two sisters, Barbara Randall and Donna Zimmerman. Mr. Hersh worked as a painter for many years and painted many barns in the Hillsdale County area and he also worked as a farmer for many years and had served as a 4-H Leader. He was a member of the Somerset Center United Methodist Church and a former member of the Adams Township Grange. He enjoyed gardening and woodworking and his biggest joy was working with the Iris flowers and sharing them with others. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. David Stanley Hersh will be held at the Somerset Center United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. Friday with Pastor Jeanne Koughn officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Somerset Center United Methodist Church or to the Salvation Army. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
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Ernest B. Kaetzel, 94, of Litchfield, passed away Monday, July 19, 2010, at the Laurels of Coldwater.  Born Dec. 19, 1915, in Hillsdale County, he was the son of Charles and Elsie (Faulk) Kaetzel and graduated from Litchfield High School in 1936.   Ernie served in the U.S. Army during World War II from 1941-1945 and had been employed at the Litchfield Dairy and Simpson Industries, Litchfield. He was a member of the Litchfield Congregational Church, Litchfield American Legion, and Franklin Masonic  Lodge F&AM.   On July 12, 1942, he married Nora Kay Shepard and she preceded him in death in 2003. He is survived by his daughter, Kathryn Kaetzel    of Litchfield and sister Helen (Donald) Gauger of Reading. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Eddie Kaetzel. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Litchfield Congregational Church with the Rev. Michael Murray officiating.  Interment will follow in Allen Cemetery.  Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield.   Memorials are suggested to the Litchfield District Library or a charity of donor’s choice. |
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Evelyn Learman, 48, of Northville, died July 2, 2010. She was born June 25, 1962, in Hillsdale. She was the beloved wife of Robert for 26 years; Loving mother of Jason, Melissa, Krista and Amanda; Dearest daughter of Ralph and Marian Deitzen and sister of Vince (Denise) Deitzen and Anthony Deitzen. Please see the story of Evelyn's life and leave a message at the online guestbook at: www.mccabefuneralhome.com.   |
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Gordon E. Nash, age 89, of Adrian, died Thursday, July 22, 2010, at Provincial House.  He was born Feb. 5, 1921, in Detroit to Thomas and Jessie (Jameison) Nash. He graduated from Wayne High School in 1940. He served in the U.S. Army Signal Corp., 32nd Division from 1940 to 1943. On March 31, 1942, he married Helen Vakarcs. She preceded him in death on May 13, 1996. He married Phyllis Kniffen July 11, 1999, in Adrian and she survives. Gordon had been employed by the Adrian Girls’ Training School for eight years and then by Chevrolet Motor Division in Adrian for 10 years, retiring on Jan. 31, 1985. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Adrian. In addition to his wife, Phyllis, he is survived by a daughter, Donna Amy (William) Podobinski of Pittsburgh; two step-daughters, Carol (Bill) Dunn of Williamston and Joyce (James) Nickless of Adrian; a brother, Donald Nash of Pittsford; four step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, Helen, he was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Eunice Knox. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Saturday at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with the Rev. Linda Farley and his son-in-law, the Rev. William Podobinski officiating. Burial will be in Church’s Corners Cemetery. Visitation will be noon until 2:45 p.m. Saturday 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 Lenawee or the First Christian Church of Adrian.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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James M. Wagner of Temperance, formerly of Erie, and Luna Pier, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at Windhaven Eldercare under the care of Hospice. He was born June 2, 1936 in North Adams, the son of Morrell and Delores (Deeter) Wagner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth “Betty” Wagner and one son, Randy Fuhr. He is survived by one brother, George (Sylvia) Wagner of Bend, Ore.; two sons, James (Sharon) Fuhr of Toledo and Charles Fuhr of Erie; two daughters, Sharon Geiman of Monroe and Robin (Rick) Meisner of Erie and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and a graveside memorial service to honor the life of Mr. James M. Wagner will be held at the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams beginning at 1 p.m. Friday with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
Obituary: Jewell D. Jansen-Pearce Wednesday, July 21, 2010 12:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Jewell D. Jansen-Pearce, 100, of Hillsdale, entered into the loving hands of God, Sunday, July 18, 2010 at her home. She was born March 7, 1910 in Sturgis, S.D. to Nicholas and Katherine (Lis) Mulheim. She was married to Lt. Clements A. Jansen who passed away in 1945, she later married Theodore Jansen who passed away in 1977, and then married John Pearce who preceded her in death in 1992. Surviving are two sons, Ted (Penny) Jansen of Hillsdale and Dale (Mary) Jansen of Leesburg, Fla.; a granddaughter Jasmine Jansen of Hillsdale; in addition to 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Jewell was preceded in death by her parents, a son Bruce, and a sister, Clementine Townsend. Graveside funeral services for Jewell Jansen-Pearce will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, at Irving Park Cemetery in Chicago, Ill. The family will receive friends for visitation from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27 at the Hillsdale Nazarene Church. Arrangements are entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home, Hillsdale. Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County or the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society. To view this obituary and send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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John O. Robidoux, 53, of Addison, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2010, at his home. Memorial services are pending. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. |
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Olin D. ‘Oly’ Firestone Oct. 25, 1941 — July 19, 2010 Olin D. “Oly” Firestone passed away on July 19, 2010. He was 68. He was born Oct. 25, 1941. Visitation will be from 1-5 p.m. Thursday at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind.,  with a dinner to follow at the Fremont American Legion. According to Olin’s wishes, cremation will  follow the visitation, and a private graveside service will be held at  a later date.   |
Obituary: Patricia Ruth 'Pat' DeVoe Friday, July 23, 2010 8:22 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Patricia Ruth “Pat” DeVoe, 68, Hillsdale, formerly of Ypsilanti, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born March 20, 1942, in Ypsilanti, the daughter of Clarence and Dorothy (Hockrine) Lincoln. She is survived by her husband, Clyde DeVoe whom she married on Dec. 31, 1962; one daughter, Susan Taylor of Brooklyn, Mich.; one step-son, Clyde DeVoe, Jr. of Dexter; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother, David (Linda) Lincoln of Palacios, Texas and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Mary A. Strain on April 30, 2010, and her beloved Bassett Hound, “Shadow.” Pat retired from the University of Michigan Hospital after 30 years of service where she worked as a patient transporter and she attended the Frontier United Methodist Church. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family and she was gifted at cooking and crocheting. She was also an avid outdoors person who enjoyed gardening and animals. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Patricia Ruth “Pat” DeVoe will be 1 p.m. Monday at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Don Lee officiating. Interment will take place in the Frontier Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
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Raymond R. Lacy, 61, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010, at The Laurels of Coldwater.  He was born Dec. 31, 1948, in Battle Creek, to George and Frances (Kuzma) Lacy.  He was married Nov. 21, 1984 to Vicki Kilmer and she survives. Ray was a resident of the Hillsdale area the majority of his life and he was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam era. Surviving besides his wife Vicki are a stepdaughter, Kelly Shiverdecker and Cris Shell of Akron, Ohio; two step-grandchildren, Angel Shiverdecker and Cristopher Shell. At Ray’s request, cremation will take place.  There will be no visitation or calling hours.  A private family interment will take place at the Floral Lawn Cemetery in Battle Creek.  Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Ronald D. Sowle, 69, of Hudson passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian. He was born July 25, 1940, the son of Alfred and Ruth (Gottschalk) Sowle. Ron graduated from Coldwater High School Class of 1958 and was a retired Rodeo Cowboy. He was a Gold Card member of the International Professional Rodeo Association and the Mid-States Rodeo Association, winning multiple events and All Around titles in the rough stock riding events. He also participated in the Michigan Team Penning Association and enjoyed trail riding with his friends. Ron dearly loved his children, grandchildren and will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Surviving Ron are his parents, Alfred (Ruth) Sowle of Coldwater; his significant other, Shelly Bowen of Quincy; four children, Scott Sowle of Seattle, Washington, Gregg Grubb of Haslett, Jim (Donna) Sowle of Frisco, Texas and Pam (Kevin) Nash of Elsie; seven grandchildren, Heather, Thomas, Candace, Forrest, Jessica, Josie and Jolene; one twin brother, Donald (Doris) Sowle of Bronson. Funeral services for Ron will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with Charles VanKeuren officiating. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday and from noon until the time of service on Saturday. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 8:32 AM |
TAMAYO, PAULINE; July 30, 2010; at 87 years of age. Wife of the late Marcello Tamayo (1974); loving mother of LaVaughn (Bob) Turton, Maria (Ron) Hunsberger and Wanda Tamayo; beloved sister of Marcella Tremaine, the late Earl Mosier, the late Margaret Candelario and the late Dorothy Candelario; also survived by 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. |
Pastor James Hosch July 29, 2010 Friday, July 30, 2010 11:49 AM |
Pastor James Hosch, 80, of Monroe died at 9:50 a.m. Thursday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
Pastor JamesVernon Hosch July 11, 1930-July 29, 2010 Saturday, July 31, 2010 2:09 AM |
James Vernon Hosch was born in Athens, Texas on July 11, 1930. He was the son of the later Rev. Lonnie James Hosch and the late Kaitlee (Vernon) Hosch. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 2:08 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Patricia Ann "Pat" Westeen, 67, of Bessemer, died Friday, July 30, 2010, in Ironwood. |
Patrick Gerald Norton, 49, of Gladwin, passed away suddenly, on Monday, July 12, 2010. |
83, of East Lansing, died Friday. Memorial services 11 a.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 8:32 AM |
DEROUSHA, REVA C.; of Waterford; July 31, 2010, age 84. Wife of the late Destin; mother of Ronald (Ellen) DeRousha and Lani (Buzz) Geverink; also survived by five grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and one great grandchildren. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 1:34 AM |
DALE, RICHARD ALAN of Seminole, FL; age 59; died unexpectedly Thursday, July 29, 2010, at Largo Medical Center in Largo, FL. |
ROGER WELLINGTON (Roget) SMILEY Sunday, August 1, 2010 8:32 AM |
SMILEY, ROGER WELLINGTON (Roget), III; age 51; formerly of Pontiac, MI; died suddenly, July 20, 2010; at home in Watsonville, CA. Roget was an elementary school teacher, where he was proud of his opportunity to help the children of his community. |
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 7:29 AM |
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010 2:30 AM |
INDIANAPOLIS -- Raymond A. Olson, 77, of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2010. |
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Raymond Edward Bowerman Sr. of Freeland, formerly of Saginaw and Lake City — a  beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother — passed away on Friday, July 30, 2010, at his home with his family and cat, Toby, by his side. He was 82 years of age. Raymond Edward Bowerman was born on July 26, 1928, in Saginaw to the late Russell and Mary (Collison) Bowerman. He was married to Bonnie Ruth Geer on Sept. 9, 1950, in Saginaw; she preceded him in death on Nov. 30, 1999. Raymond retired from Consumers Power as a field supervisor after 35 years of service. Raymond was the proud inventor of a roof scraper and a special deer drag, both having patents in the U.S. and Canada. In addition, he was a very talented builder and painter. He was recently given a lifetime membership at the Brant Rifle and Pistol Club, and was very proud to be honored this way. Raymond was a 40-year member of the Missaukee Gun Club as well. He was also a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, where he frequently served as an usher. Many special years were spent hunting and fishing in Lake City. His family will remember him as a wonderful, special and loving father and grandfather. Surviving are a daughter and two sons, Barbara (David) Mitzel of Adrian, Mich., Craig Bowerman of Chicago, Ill., and Raymond (Pam) Bowerman; four grandchildren, Dr. Tiffany (Brian) Braley-Mikuski of Ann Arbor, Mich., Tracy Braley of Saginaw, Kristin (Brandon) Short and Karrie Bowerman, and a great-grandson; two brothers; three sisters; and many nieces and nephews. Also surviving is his beloved cat, Toby. In accordance with Raymond’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass honoring Raymond will be held at 11  a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 300 Johnson St., in Freeland. The Rev. Fr. Larry M. Pashak will officiate. Friends are welcome to visit with Raymond’s family on Saturday morning at the church from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. Mass. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. Agnes Catholic Church, 300 Johnson St., Freeland, MI 48623 or Lenawee Community Foundation – for the Imagination Library, P.O. Box 142, Tecumseh, MI 49286. Please feel free to share your thoughts and memories at the church or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.   |
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Raymond Wayne Miller, age 10, passed away unexpectedly due to an accident at home on Monday, July 19, 2010. He was born March 26, 2000, a son of Melvin and Ailene (Kauffman) Miller in Sturgis. He is survived by his parents; four sisters, Martha Louise, Rachel Mae, Luella Fern and Ruth Ann; three brothers, Norman Levi, Herman Eli and John Henry; maternal grandparents, Melvin and Martha Kauffman; paternal grandmother Sara Mae Miller; and many aunts uncles and dear cousins. Raymond is preceded in death by paternal grandfather Alvin Miller; a cousin, Melvin N. Miller; and an uncle, Albert Melvin Kauffman. Services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday at the house, W1834 Gillette Drive, Dalton, Wis., with home ministers Bishop Leroy Miller and minister Joni Miller officiating. Burial will be at North Pine Cemetery in the township of Kingston, Wis. Wachholz Family Funeral Homes, Wachholzfamilyfuneral.com, is handling arrangements.   |
79, of Holt, retired City of Mason employee, died Thursday. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Field & Leik Funeral Home, Dimondale. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Richard A. Kivi, 63, of Bessemer, passed away Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010 in Ironwood. |
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Richard Adrian DeWitt, of Holland, Michigan, passed away on Monday evening July 26 at the age of 96. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Road with Dr. Timothy Brown officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Christ Memorial Church. Burial will take place in Zeeland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL, 33407.   Arrangements by the 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. |
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Robert C. Senkowski, 71, of Boyne Falls, died April 4, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Robert Emmett Kinville, 78, of Petoskey passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at Bortz Health Care Facility. Arrangements are pending at Stone Funeral Home. |
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Robert F. O'Meara, 81, of Harbor Springs and formerly of Windermere, Fla., passed away on Monday, July 19, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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75, of Laingsburg, farmer, died Saturday. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Laingsburg. |
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Robert S. Munn, age 79, of Boyne City, died Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at Ostego Memorial Hospital. |
Robert “Bob” Orien Bodine July 28, 2010 Saturday, July 31, 2010 2:09 AM |
Robert (“Bob”) Orien Bodine, age 77, of Lambertville, MI, went to be with the Lord Wednesday July 28, 2010 at the home of his daughter in Petersburg, MI. |
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Robert ("Bob") Orien Bodine, age 77, of Lambertville, MI, went to be with the Lord Wednesday July 28, 2010 at the home of his daughter in Petersburg, MI. |
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Rose (Kambol) DuClos, age 100, of Sturgis, passed away early Sunday morning, July 25, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Jan. 2, 1910, in South Bend, Ind., a daughter of the late Tony and Mary (Critolli) Kambol. Rose had resided most of her life in Sturgis, and was a graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1932. In 1946, she married William DuClos. He died July 25, 1964. She retired from the Kirsch Company in Sturgis following many years of dedicated employment, and she was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. Rose is survived by several nieces and nephews, including Patricia Romine, Helena Pagels, Karl Fox Jr., Charles Darby, Jerry Darby and Thayma Darby, all of Sturgis, and Mike Darby of Richland; and many great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; an infant daughter, Yvonne Marie; three sisters, Sophie Darby, Fammie Fox and Brundy Pagels; and a brother, Charles Kambol. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. A funeral Mass celebrating the life of Rose DuClos will begin at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at the church. The Rev. Father Richard Fritz will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel of Sturgis is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the Holy Angels Catholic Church, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Rose Marie Maher Aug. 18, 1955-July 30, 2010 Sunday, August 1, 2010 1:03 AM |
Rose Marie Maher, 54 years, of Ottawa Lake, MI died Friday July 30, 2010 in Ebeid Hospice in Sylvania. |
Rosie May Flach, age 89, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2010 at the MidMichigan Gladwin Pines. |
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Russell L. Fox, age 75 of Mendon, died July 29, 2010, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo.   The family will receive friends from 3-6 p.m. Sunday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon, and where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday.   A complete obituary and online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
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Russell W. Turovaara, age 61, of Boyne City, died Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
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Ruth A. Young, 90, of Kalamazoo, and formerly of Parchment and Sturgis, passed away on July 23, 2010. Ruth was born Dec. 16, 1919, in LaGrange, Ind., a daughter of Arthur and Norma (Seaman) Steffee. She grew up in Sturgis and was a long time resident of Parchment. She worked for 10 years as a nurse’s aide at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. Ruth was involved with her children’s activities and was a member of the Parchment Mother’s Study Group and served as a leader for the Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts.  On May 16, 1943, she was married in Colorado to Walter M. Young, Sr., who survives. Also surviving are three children, Walter M. Young “Marty” and wife Cathy of Pittsboro, NC, Peggy L. Zura and husband Joseph of Norton Shores, Mich., and Jeanne M. Young of New Orleans, La.; two granddaughters, Steffanie L. Young and husband Scott of Sachse, Texas and Mary Catherine Zura of New Orleans, La.; three great-grandchildren, Sarah E., Savannah E. and Scarlette E. Young, all of Texas; numerous nieces and nephews. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Donald Keith Steffee. Graveside services for interment of cremated remains will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Ft. Custer National Cemetery with Borgess Medical Center Chaplain Rev. Patricia Catellier officiating. Those wishing to attend the graveside service please meet in the funeral cortege assembly area by 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday. All are invited to attend a luncheon following the graveside service at Parchment United Methodist Church, 225 Glendale Blvd. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ruth’s memory be made to a charity of your choice. Please visit www.langelands.com to leave a condolence to the family. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. (269) 343-1508.   |
Ruth Sujak, age 88, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2010 at the MidMichigan Medical Center�"Midland. |
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FREITAG, SHIRLEY; age 82; of Commerce; died July 28, 2010. Beloved wife of 43 years to the late Fred; loving mother of Fred (Lynn) and Deborah (Hal) Johnson; dear grandmother of Andrew, Katherine, Crescentia, Abigail and Genevieve; sister of the late Kenneth (Dorothy) Siewert. |
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Sam D. Bratta Sam D. Bratta, age 81, of Rose-ville. Sam was the owner of United Ceramic Tile Company. He served with the 82nd Airborne for the U.S. Army in World War II. Sam is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Margaret M. Loving father of Marie (James) Parent, Rosanne Windscheif and Teresa Bratta. Dear grandfather of Russell Parent and C.J. Windscheif and great-grandfather of Lexus Parent. Dear brother of Phil (Joan) Bratta, Nick (MaryAnne) Bratta and the late Leonard. Dear brother-in-law of Varain Bratta. Visitation Wednesday (August 4), 3-9 p.m. (with a prayer service at 7 p.m.), at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, and on Thursday from 9 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com. |
Scott 'Scottie' Charles Miller Monday, August 2, 2010 6:50 AM |
Nov. 3, 1991 - July 30, 2010 Scott "Scottie" Charles Miller, 18, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Friday, July 30, 2010, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. |
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Sheila A. Straub Sept. 2, 1966–July 28, 2010 Friday, July 30, 2010 11:52 AM |
Sheila A. Straub, 43, of Monroe died at 10:40 p.m. Wednesday at Tendercare of Monroe. She had been in poor health for seven years. |
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Sonya A. Galliani, 72, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at her home under the loving care of her daughters and Hospice of Lenawee. Sonya was born June 10, 1938, in Roaring Spring, Pa., the oldest child of Kenneth and Vivian Miller. On April 27, 1957, Sonya married Maurice M. Galliani in Angola, Ind. Sonya and Maurice celebrated 52 years of marriage prior to his death in 2009. Sonya was an avid reader. She was passionate about genealogy, and spent many years researching her family tree. Since 1979, Sonya served on the board of the Lenawee County Library. She was a past Regent and 40-year member of the Lucy Wolcott Barnum Chapter of the D.A.R., and demonstrated her love of animals by serving on the board of the Lenawee Humane Society. Sonya is survived by her children, Maura S. Galliani of North Port, Fla., Federico “Rick” (Amy) Galliani of Coral Springs, Fla., Cristina M. Galliani of Adrian and Giancarlo “Gianni” Galliani of Sunrise, Fla.; six treasured grandchildren, Angela and Jacquelyn Galliani, Paul Michael Wolf, Laura (Steven) Steinle, and Alexandra and Nicolo Galliani; two brothers, Kenneth R. (Marietta) Miller, Jr. of Ballwin, Mo., and David L. (Glynice) Miller of Medina, Ohio; and her close friend, who is also a distant cousin, Phyllis Rickard of Adrian. Cremation will take place at Mrs. Galliani’s request. Private services will be held in Pennsylvania. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mrs. Galliani may be made to Hospice of Lenawee, the Lenawee County Library or Lenawee  Humane Society. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.  |
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Stephen Lickfeldt, 79, of Petoskey, died July 23, 2010, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
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Surrounded by his family, Stephen Lickfeldt, 79, of Petoskey, died peacefully early Friday morning, July 23, 2010. |
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 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. |
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VICKI A. EDWARDS (FORMERLY GEHRKE) Monday, August 2, 2010 1:34 AM |
EDWARDS, VICKI A. (FORMERLY GEHRKE); of Pontiac; died suddenly July 30, 2010; at 51 years of age. |
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Virgie Marie Bird, age 88, of Fennville, died on Saturday, July 31, 2010. Visitation will be from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at The Downtown Chapel Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 29 East Ninth St. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at Gibson Christian Reformed Church.   Memorials may be made to the Gibson Christian Reformed Church.      Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to sign Virgie’s online registry, share a photo or read her life story. Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Virginia (Ginny) M. Hunt, 71 of Pellston, Mich., died July 23, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey, Mich. |
94, of East Lansing, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, East Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. |
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Vivian Dubbink, age 68 of Hamilton died Saturday, July 31, 2010. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at Hamilton Reformed Church, 3554 M-40, Hamilton. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 pm Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.  Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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KRAUSE, WILLIAM (BILL) C., JR.; 85; of Port Charlotte; passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2010. Bill served in the United States Army Infantry during WWII and fought in the Battle of the Bulge, Normandy. |
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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. |
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Walter E. Leist, age 93, of Carp Lake, passed away July 2, 2010, at his home on Lake Michigan. |
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Jan. 2, 1922-July 31, 2010 Wanita Blanch Campbell of Blanchard passed away Saturday, July 31, 2010, with her family by her side at her home in Millbrook Township. |
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Wayne C. Long, 75, of South Bend, Ind., passed away at his home on Thursday, July 22, 2010.  Wayne was born on March 23, 1935, to the late Edward and Edna (Crain) Long in Sturgis, Mich.  He was one of six children in the Long household.  After graduating from Sturgis High School in 1953 Wayne served in the United States Army and continued to serve in the reserves until 1962.  After serving in the Korean War, Wayne came back stateside, wed the love of his life, Helen Sorrell at a ceremony in LaGrange, Indiana on March 2, 1957 and joined the Michigan State Police Force on March 3, 1957.  He retired after 25 years of service to his community.  Wayne and Helen were “snowbirds”, traveling from Michigan to Texas every winter and continued to do so even after Helen passed in 2003 including even going this past winter.  During all of their long commutes to Texas Wayne and Helen made it a point to map out their trip to stop at as many casinos as possible on their long trip, even stopping in Las Vegas and Louisiana on their way to Texas.  He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Helen Long and siblings Benny Long, Jack Long, and Jean Franks.  Wayne is survived by his children, Sherri (John)Harper of South Bend, Ind., Andrew Long of South Bend, Ind., and Connie (Larry) Washington of Gonzales, Texas; brother Terry Long of Winterhaven, Floa.,  and sister Susanna Jent of Howe, Ind.  Wayne has been cremated and the family will be having a Celebration of Life Open House at the F.O.P Lodge 95 in Niles on Monday, July 26, 2010 from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m.and then they will head to Marion, Arkansas where he will be interred next to his wife at the Crittenden County Cemetery.  Those wishing to make memorial donations may do so to the American Cancer Society or the Center for Hospice.  Condolences, photos and memories may be left for the family at www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Niles.   |
78, of Lansing, retired General Motors skilled tradesman, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Tiffany Funeral Home. |
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Wesley J. Bouman, age 90, of Holland, died Sunday August 1, 2010. Arrangements will be announced by The Mulder Chapel Dykstra Life Story 188 W. 32 St., Holland. |
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On Thursday, July 29, 2010, Willis Charles Thompson, age 85, went to be with the Lord at his home surrounded by his family.   Willis was born on May 27, 1925, in Ogden Township to Charles and Tillie (Wapshall) Thompson. He married Ruth King on June 15, 1946, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Willis was a lifetime cattleman and farmer and a charter member of Faith Lutheran Church. He is survived by his high school sweetheart of 64 years, Ruth; two sons, Ron (Joyce) Thompson and Alan “Sammy” Thompson, both of Blissfield; and two daughters, Nancy Stucker of Eaton Rapids and Debra Thompson of Spring Arbor. Willis was very proud of his 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Melvin (Teresa) Thompson of Blissfield. Preceding him in death were his parents; two sisters, Marie Thompson, in infancy, and Marian Hadesh; daughter, Sharon Marie; and son-in-law, Steve Stucker. The funeral service will be at Faith Lutheran Church in Metamora, Ohio, at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, with the Rev. Glen Stadler officiating. Burial will follow at Riga Township Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home Tagsold Chapel in Blissfield. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Hospice of Lenawee or Faith Lutheran Church Elevator Fund. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home Tagsold Chapel.  |
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  Yvonne (Sova-Smith) Armstrong, age 77, of Mendon, died Sunday, July 18, 2010, following a long illness. She was born Sept. 28, 1932, in Detroit, a daughter of Oliver and Irene (LaPrairie) Sova and attended Detroit area schools. She married Joseph J. Smith in Detroit and they later divorced. Yvonne worked as an LPN at a pediatrician’s office in Detroit. She was also a homemaker, and was a real estate broker in the Port Austin-Caseville area. She had been a resident of Mendon since 1994, where she attended St. Edward Catholic Church. In her spare time, Yvonne learned sign language, enjoyed oil painting, baking for family and friends, and working in her rose garden. Yvonne is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Joseph and Gail Smith of Three Rivers; a daughter, Ardean Boyer of Lexington; three grandchildren, Joseph A. Smith, Miranda Smith, and Dane Boyer; a brother, John Sova; and a sister, Susan Bradd. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, Elmer Indo and Robert Armstrong; two daughters, Jennifer Smith and Michelle Smith; and a brother, Roland Sova. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon, with the Rev. James Vinh Le officiating. Interment of ashes will follow in St. Edward Cemetery. The family suggests that memorials be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan, 222 N. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. An online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
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