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VAN VOORHIS, ANNEMARIE LILLY; April 2,1932 to August 5, 2010. |
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Aaron A. Hochstedler, age 63, of Burr Oak, passed away Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at the home of his brother Timothy Hochstedler in Colon, after a short illness. Aaron was born Sept. 23, 1946, in Sturgis, a son of the late Alvin E. and Mary M. (Yoder) Hochstedler. He had lived most of his life in the rural Burr Oak and Colon area, where he had worked in farming.  Aaron was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He is survived by eight brothers and sisters, Willis Hochstedler of Nunica, Wilma Hochstedler of Burr Oak, Alvin (Anna) Graber of LaGrange, Ind., Paul W. (Miriam) Yoder of LaGrange, Ind., Edward (Edna) Hochstedler of Gambier, Ohio, Tobie (Leah) Hochstetler of Mendon, Timothy (Violet) Hochstedler of Colon and Irvin (Catherine) Yoder of Keosauqua, Iowa; an uncle, Aaron (Sylvia) Yoder of Mio; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Magdalena Mae Hochstedler, in 1976. The family will receive relatives and friends after noon Friday and all day  Saturday at the Tobie Hochstetler home, 27057 Spring Creek Road, Mendon. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Tobie Hochstetler residence, with Bishop LeRoy Borkholder and ministers, Norman Yoder and Dan Hochstetler officiating.   Burial will follow at the Old Order Amish Cemetery, Centreville. Arrangements were made by Schipper Funeral Home  in Colon. |
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Ace C. Williams, 58, of Newport died Friday. |
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Ann Feres, 50, of Charlevoix, was called to Heaven on Wednesday, July 28, 2010, to join family and friends who passed before her. |
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Ann M. Jones, 80, of Monroe died at 2:05 p.m. Thursday at the Lutheran Home of Monroe. |
Ann M. Jones May 24, 1930-Aug. 5, 2010 Saturday, August 7, 2010 1:43 AM |
Ann M. Jones, age 80, of Monroe, MI., passed away August 5, 2010 at The Lutheran Home of Monroe. She had been in declining health. |
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Anna Lois Eccles, 101, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010, in Adrian, Mich. She was born on March 8, 1909, in Raisin Township, Mich., to William J. and Clara Opal (Osborne) Mitchell. Anna is survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Allen Eccles, and five brothers, Bob, John, Ed, Hugh and Jim Mitchell. Following Anna’s wishes, no services will be held and Anna will be laid to rest in Holloway Presbyterian Cemetery in Raisin Township. Arrangements were entrusted to the Wagley Funeral Home/Tagsold Chapel in Blissfield, Mich.   |
Anna Mae Heller St. Johns Age 82, went to heaven on August 3, 2010 to be with her Savior. Anna was born in Riley Twp. on September 21, 1927 to German parents, Otto and Grace (Bronson) Heller. She was raised on the family farm along with her 2 sisters and 4 brothers. Anna worked for several years at Federal Mogul where she met her future husband, Paul Heller. Anna married Paul Heller on July 27, 1957 and he preceded her in death on October 2, 2008. Anna was a devout Lutheran and was involved with the St. Johns Lutheran Church. Anna is survived by her daughter LuAnn Heller of Tucson, AZ , her two sons, Scott Heller of St. Johns and Mark Heller of Stevensville, MT; grandson Cameron Heller of St. Johns; sister, Betty Metz and brothers, Carl (Dorothy) Witt, Clare Witt and Fred (Rosalyn) Witt; sister-in-law, Dorothy Witt and many nieces and nephews. Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Katherine Fisher and brother, Jay Witt. Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, August 12, 2010 at the Osgood Funeral Home in St. Johns with Rev. George Brinley officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Anna's name to the Great Lakes Hospice 900 Cooper St., Jackson, MI 49202, or the Montana Companion Animal Network at Montana CAN, Inc. 458 Warp Dr., Corvallis, MT 59828. To learn more about Anna you can visit her personal webpage at |
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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.   |
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COPPOLA, CARL ANTHONY; age 25; of Rochester Hills; August 4, 2010. |
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SADLER, COY; of Waterford; died August 5, 2010; at 84 years of age. |
Carrie Ann Kareus passed away July 31, 2010 in Gladwin. A Memorial service will take place on August 15, 2010 at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home in Gladwin beginning at 11 a.m. A gathering will start at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. A full obituary for Carrie Kareus will appear in the next edition. |
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Cassandra “Cassie” Ludwick-Spry, age 64, of Nottawa, died Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, at her home, following an extended illness.   She was born March 23, 1946, in Bronson, a daughter of Harry and Theresa (Sikorski) Ludwick. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, graduated from Bronson High School, and later received her associates degree at Glen Oaks Community College.   She had worked at Denton Mills, Full Service Electric Motors and most recently at Audra Inc. in Sturgis.   She was a member of St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon. Cassie loved to travel and had visited numerous foreign countries. Cassie is survived by her husband, Melvin Spry of Sturgis; two sisters-in-law, Jean Guth of Gobles and Sandra Ludwick of Detroit; two cousins, Roger and Maurice Novereski; a nephew; and three nieces.   She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Ronald Ludwick. The family will receive friends from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon, where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m.   A funeral Mass for Cassie Ludwick will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon, with the Rev. Father James Vinh Le officiating.  Burial will follow in St. Edward Cemetery.   Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.   An online register is available and condolences may be left for the family at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
Catherine Marie (Simon) Krussell Friday, August 6, 2010 10:35 AM |
Catherine Marie (Simon) Krussell passed away quietly at home with family by her side on Aug. 5, 2010. |
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Charlie Earl Morris Charlie Earl Morris, age 75, of Warren, died Thursday, August 5, 2010 at St. John Hospital in Detroit. He was born on February 11, 1935 in Armathwaite, Tennessee, a son of Erve and Bertha (Webb) Morris. On May 9, 1953, Charlie was united in marriage to Wanda Charline Welch in Rossville, Georgia. He retired in 2004 from Highland Park Auto where he was owner for over 33 years. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Charlie was a member Masonic Lodge #464 in Royal Oak. He enjoyed family, cars and racing. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Charline; sister, Christine Buck; and brothers, Richard, Calvin, Kenneth, David, Eugene and Bruce Morris. Visitation will take place Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 3-9 p.m. with a funeral service Monday 10:30 a.m. at the D. S. Temrowski Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover, Warren, with Rev. Mark Reynolds officiating. Interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Share memories at www.Temrowski.com. |
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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. |
Chris H. Briegel Grand Ledge Our devoted husband and loving father was called home to our Lord on August 6, 2010. He exemplified such strength in his quiet battle with cancer. Chris was born November 30, 1959 in Marshall, MI, son to Christian H. Briegel and Maxine J. Riever. He was a manager for over 20 years at Hershey's Steak and Seafood in East Lansing; a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Lansing and the Knights of Columbus #7311. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Lori; children: Heather (Gift) Nwogu, Ashley (Anthony) Demorest, Brandon and Caleb Briegel; sister, Diane Lemaire, brother Robert Hedges, mother, Maxine (Jim) Tomlinson, and was predeceased by his father. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, August 9, 2010 - 11:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Heart of Mary, 3815 S. Cedar St., Lansing, MI 48910, with Fr. John Byers as celebrant. Committal services will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing, MI. The family will receive friends at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge on Saturday from 6-8 P.M. and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a Rosary to be prayed at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions made to the Briegel Children's College Education Fund or the Sparrow Hospice will be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be made at |
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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. |
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. |
94, of Lansing, retired automotive purchasing agent, died Monday. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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STONEBURGH, DAWNE D.; of Waterford; August 4, 2010; age 63. |
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BAKER, DEANNA DALE; age 47; of Waterford; passed away Friday, August 6, 2010. |
Darwin Ray Major Jr., 52, of Harrison, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 28, 2010. He was born in Fort Benning, Georgia to Darwin Sr. and Peggy (Walker) Major. He had lived in Clare County for the last 28 years, previously residing in Flint. |
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David Russell Martell, 57, of Adrian passed away Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at the St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital.  Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home. |
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Debra Jo Lee, 54, passed away Aug. 2, 2010, at Ingham Regional Medical Center. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
54, of Lansing, died Tuesday. Services noon today at Life Christian Church, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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Dominic Dwayne Cannon, 5, beloved son of Gary Dwayne and Rikki Louise (Everett) Cannon, passed away Sunday, July 25, 2010, after a tragic car accident. He was born Sept. 8, 2004, in Tallahassee, Fla. Dominic leaves behind his parents; two sisters, Kelly, 11, and Lily, 9; a brother, Jayden, 6; and grandparents Shelley (Salisbury) Cannon, Jerry Neel and Mable (Arnold) Batten. In passing, he joins two grandfathers, Gary Wayne Cannon, who passed March 5, 1988, and Richard Louis Everett, who passed July 22, 2010. Dominic was loved by all and will be forever missed. Services will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at Faith Tabernacle Church in Three Rivers, followed by graveside services at Poe’s Cemetery in Jones.   |
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Donald E. Rutledge, 86, of Adrian passed away Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, at Bixby Medical Center. Donald was born July 7, 1924, in Alvordton, Ohio, the only son of John and Sylvia (Kuney) Rutledge.    While serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Don participated in the North Africa, Sicily, and Normandy campaigns.   Prior to completing his tour of duty, he was stationed in Pearl Harbor.   On March 23, 1946, Donald married Tillie Soto in New York City. Tillie, his wife of more than 64 years, survives. Don worked for Faraday in Tecumseh for more than 23 years. He was a talented woodworker, making many pieces of furniture. Don also loved photography and took many photos for a local motorcycle club. He built his own forge and made numerous knives. Don was well known in the community as an active member of the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584, participating in hundreds of veterans’ funeral services, parades and flag raising ceremonies. In addition to his wife, Don is survived by seven children,  Vicky (Duane) Winter of Adrian, Johann (Dave) Townsend, also of Adrian, Donald (Reneé) Rutledge, Jr. of Brooklyn,; Tammy Rutledge of Colorado, John Rutledge of Indianapolis, Jacquelyn (Vincent) Torres and Mike Rutledge, both of Adrian; 18 grandchildren, Robert (Candy) Jardine, Chad Jardine, Steve Winter, Kim (Craig) Davis, Melissa Winter, Rayne Rutledge, Alicia (Scott) Barnes and Cristy (Brian) Justice, Timmaira Silvers, Patrick, Joshua, Tyler, Janeé, Mikayla and Laken Bennion, and V. Alex, Isaac and Jaiden Torres; 18 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Isaac Bennion; and three sisters, Velma Snyder, Viola Suter and Evelyn Smith. The funeral service for Don will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at Wagley Funeral Home with military honors conducted by the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 1 to 7 p.m.  You may also send condolences to the family at   www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Don may be made to Salvation Army or the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584.  Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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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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Dorothy L. Titus, age 87, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Holland, passed away Sunday morning, August 1, 2010, at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence in Kalamazoo. She was born November 4, 1922, in Holland, MI, the daughter of Leonard and Gertrude (Bossler) Overway. On April 26, 1947, Dorothy was united in marriage to Wayne E. Titus. She was employed by Michigan Bell Telephone Co. for several years until her retirement.  She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Kalamazoo and volunteered at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. Surviving are her husband of 63 years, Wayne; their two daughters, Cheryl Titus of Kalamazoo and Dyan Titus of Tamarac, FL; two brothers, Gene Overway of La Mesa, CA and August (Mary) Overway of Holland, MI; one sister, Patricia (Tom) Hoewisch of McKinney, TX; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents and two brothers, Roger and Stan Overway.        Funeral services for Dorothy will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday at Zion Lutheran Church, 2122 Bronson Blvd., Kalamazoo, with Pastor Timothy W. Seeber officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Kalamazoo. Friends may visit with the family from 5-8 PM on Wednesday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th Street, Kalamazoo, and from 10:00 AM until the time of services on Thursday at the church. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Rose Arbor Hospice Residence. Please visit www. langelands.com to sign, view or print Dorothy’s online guestbook or leave a condolence to the family.   |
Duane E. Gary, age 78, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at the MidMichigan Medical Center�"Midland. |
Edward L. Kenny, age 80, of Beaverton, passed away July 30, 2010 in Beaverton after a short illness. He was born on March 6, 1930 to Edward T. and Eleanor (Paris) Kenny in Detroit. |
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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. |
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Eileen Faye Wiersma, 54, of Ypsilanti, died Aug. 5, 2010, after a  battle with cancer. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Plymouth Heights Christian Reformed Church, 1800 Plymouth Road SE, Grand Rapids. Visiting at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, 2800 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids is 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Interment will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. |
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Elizabeth Ann Balch, age 92 years, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, Aug.3, 2010, at Provincial House in Adrian. Cremation has taken place. Memorials are suggested to Erie West Hospice. Arrangements were entrusted to Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson. View complete obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Elizabeth Ann Elliott Sept. 9, 1956-Aug. 3, 2010 Thursday, August 5, 2010 11:41 AM |
Elizabeth Ann (Beth) Elliott, 53, of Rome, NY, passed away August 3, 2010. |
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Ella Tellman, age 98, of Holland, died Monday, August 2, 2010, at Holland Hospital. Mrs. Tellman was born June 28, 1912, in Conrad, Montana to Rev. John (Jacquelina) Roggen.  Her family eventually moved to the Hamilton area where she graduated as the Valedictorian of Holland High School.  She attended Hope College and also graduated as Valedictorian at the age of 20.  Ella played the organ and piano for many churches in the area and was a member of Faith Christian Center. Preceding her in death was her husband, Earle, on August 20, 1994; son-in-law, Jack Hamelink, Nov. 1, 1990; and a brother and sister, Leon Roggen and Margaret De Pree. Surviving are her children, Georgia (Kenneth) Horn of California, Jeanie (Steve) Graves of Durand, Harry Tellman of Holland, Nancy (Jerry) Hamelink of Vicksburg, Marge (Ted) Ellis of IN, Dave (Beth) Tellman of Allegan; 16 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; brother and sister, Dr. Ivan (Jane) Roggen and Marian McGilvra; sister-in-law, Edna Roggen; nieces and nephews. Funeral services are scheduled for Friday, 12:00 noon, at Faith Christian Center. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Hamilton. Visitation is scheduled from 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, and Friday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to charity of one’s choice. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com   for further information.   |
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  Eloise Victoria Perry Hess Parkerson, age 85,  passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2010, at Hospice House of Holland. She was born on September 23, 1924, in Emmet County to Chester and Jenny Anderson. When she was 21 months old, she was taken to live with William and Isabelle Perry of Harbor Springs. She attended Holy Childhood School and Harbor Springs High School, graduating in 1942. After a short time as a nurse’s aid and a phone operator, Eloise married the love of her life, John F. Hess, of Petoskey in 1944. Their oldest son, John F.W. was born while John was stationed in the Philippines during World War II. They had four more children, Christopher, Matthew, Melissa and Franklin. In the 1960s, Eloise was encouraged by her father to enroll in college. After working her way part-time through school, along with raising a family, she graduated cum laude from Michigan Technological University in Houghton in 1973. She went on to become the founder and director of the Western Upper Peninsula Substance Abuse Program for four years, which she did with great compassion and dedication. After losing John to cancer in 1974, Eloise married the second love of her life, W. Leo Parkerson of Illinois in 1977. Together they ran the National Paint Company of Ottawa, Illinois, being very active in the local community. Eloise continued to pursue her new interests, becoming a certified wallpaper specialist and also earning accolades in interior decorating.  They sold the store and retired in 1990. In 1992, she moved to Zeeland to be closer to her family. Eloise leaves a legacy of gratefulness to God, acknowledging Him for all the mercy and blessings she has been showered with over her lifetime.   Eloise is preceded in death by her husbands, John F. Hess and W. Leo Parkerson; a son, Franklin Albert; and two brothers, William Perry and Wayne Perry. Eloise leaves behind a grateful family, John F.W. and Phyllis Hess of Charlevoix, Christopher and Janet Hess of Sault Ste. Marie, Matthew Hess of Negaunee,  Steve and Melissa Boerman of Zeeland;  stepdaughters, Mary Ellen and Sam Chiarelli,  Carol Morrison, both of Florida; nephew, William Perry; along with her much beloved 12 grandchildren and eight great-granddaughters.   A small family ceremony in gratefulness for her life will be celebrated on the shores of Whitefish Bay, Lake Superior later in August. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House of Holland, 270 Hoover Blvd., Holland, MI 49423. The family is being served by  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland.    www.yntemafh.com   |
Eloise Victoria Perry Hess Parkerson, 85 Thursday, August 5, 2010 7:52 AM |
Eloise Victoria Perry Hess Parkerson, 85, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010, at Hospice House of Holland, Mich. |
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Estella Jean Merrill Deemer, 83, of Benzonia, died Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at her home. She was born April 6, 1927, in Joyfield Township the daughter of Floyd and Olive (Kessler) Merrill. |
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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. |
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.   |
Evelyn M. 'Stub' Middleton, 88 Wednesday, August 4, 2010 7:32 AM |
Evelyn M. "Stub" Middleton, 88, of Onaway, passed away Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, at Bay Bluffs Medical Care Facility in Harbor Springs. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 9:41 AM |
Everett Thomas "Tom" Roof, 55, of East Jordan, died Friday, July 30, 2010, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
Friday, July 30, 2010 10:25 AM |
F. Dean Winegarden passed away July 28, 2010. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:58 AM |
CHAPEL, FLOYD E.; of Waterford; died August 5, 2010; at 66 years of age. |
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 3:32 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
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.   |
Frances Elizabeth (Woods) Gerke Wednesday, August 4, 2010 9:58 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Frances Elizabeth (Woods) Gerke, 96, 4-14-14, a resident of Amsler Drive, Adrian, Mich., for six years, passed away Aug. 2, 2010, in Charlotte Stephenson Manor. She graduated from Wooster College and Ohio State U. and taught Latin and Spanish at Mineral Ridge High School, Ohio, for 31 years. Frances was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, William E. Gerke, Jr.,  in 1976. Frances is survived by two children and six grandchildren. Her son, Jack E. and Mary Ellen Gerke, are in Rochester, N.Y. Her daughter, Alice and Richard C. McAfee, of Amsler Drive, where she lived, have four children from Adrian, Ian E. McAfee (fiancée, Erica Silen), Manhattan, N.Y., Corinne E. McAfee, Manhattan, N.Y., Dylan H. McAfee, Boulder, Colo., and Colette A. McAfee, Ann Arbor, Mich. Frances’ favorite charities included the DAV, the Smile Train and St. Jude Hospital. A memorial service will be held in Girard, Ohio, in the fall. Please see www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. |
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 3:34 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
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. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 3:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Frank R. Jones, age 48, of Three Rivers, died unexpectedly of natural causes on Monday Aug. 2, 2010, at his home.   He was born in Three Rivers on Jan. 29, 1962, the son of Ismon and Ida (Bonannella) Jones and was a lifetime resident of the Mendon-Three Rivers area.   He graduated form Mendon High School in 1980, and attended Glen Oaks Community College and Western Michigan University.  He was currently self-employed and the owner of Concrete Solutions and Design.  He had been employed at Hydramatic and retired from American Axle in Three Rivers in 2008.  Frank was an avid bowler and golfer.  He loved his Detroit Tigers and Michigan State Spartans. He was a loving son, brother, and uncle, and his family and friends meant the world to him. Frank is survived by his brother, Stuart Jones (Mary Sommerfield) of Grand Junction, Colo.; his sister, Susan Jones (Monica Del Castillo) of Holt, Mich.; his niece, Katie Del Castillo; a stepbrother, Jim (Becky) Wise of Three Rivers; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.   He was preceded in death by his father, Ismon Jones in 1981; and by his mother, Ida B. Wise in 2006. Frank will always be in our hearts.  He will be fondly remembered for his big heart; his big hugs; his witty sense of humor; and his outrageous T-shirts.   Cremation has been conducted.  A memorial celebration will take place at a later date and will be announced by the Eickhoff Funeral Home of Mendon.  In the meantime, condolences may be left for the family at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
Wednesday, July 7, 2010 10:36 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
A burial for Frederick A. Roueche, formerly of Mackinaw City, will be held on Tuesday, July 13 at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery. |
Thursday, August 5, 2010 3:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Garth A. Klett, age 78, of  Constantine, passed away Monday, Aug. 2nd, 2010, at the VA Ann Arbor Health Care System. He was born Nov. 19, 1931, in White Pigeon, a son of  Wilbur and Fannie (Woods) Klett. Garth graduated from Constantine High School in 1950. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and continued service to his country as a life member of the American Legion Post # 223, Constantine, the 40/8 club, D.A..V.,  and VFW of Marcellus. On April 18, 1959, he married Mary Granzotto in Three Rivers. His entire adult life, Garth owned and operated the family farm started by his great-grandfather 150 years ago. He had also worked at Bendix Corp. in South Bend, Ind., in his early years. Garth served on the board of the ASCS (Farm Service Agency) in Centreville for 25 years, 47 years as a Constantine Township trustee, was a member of the Republican Party, classic antique car club, Model A Club of America, the V-8 Club of America and life member of the Eagles. In 1992, he was named Constantine Citizen of the Year. Garth was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Three Rivers. Surviving are his wife Mary Klett; son, James (Emma) Klett of Constantine;  daughters, Kathy (Tim) Vantine of Constantine and Christine (Brett) McIntire of San Rafael, Calif.; grandchildren Eric and Mark Vantine, Craig (Katie) Klett and Elizabeth Klett; and great-grandson Hunter Klett. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son John Klett; and a sister, Murial Klett. Relatives and friends will be received Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. at Eley Funeral Home in Constantine. A scripture service will be held Friday at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Immaculate Conception Church, Three Rivers, with Father Mark J. Vyverman and Father Peter Granzotto, officiating. Interment will be in the Constantine Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Constantine or Immaculate Conception Church. On line messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.   |
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Gary Allen Appleton, 48, of Bronson, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010 at the Community Health Center of Branch County, Coldwater.   He was born June 28, 1962 in Coldwater to Leo and Christine (Hankins) Appleton. Gary attended Bronson High School and was employed at Coldwater Veneer. He had also worked at Leland Engineering in White Pigeon.  His hobbies included hunting, fishing, working on cars, and collecting arrow heads. He is survived by his mother Christine Appleton of Bronson, sister Mary Ellen (Lynn) Wilder of Goshen, Ind., brothers Terry Appleton of Bronson and Randy Appleton of Bronson and nieces Lindsay Gean Appleton of Fort Wayne, Ind. and Carla Christine Crall of Goshen, Ind. He was preceded in death by his father, brothers Jerry Lee, Leo Jr. and Larry Jay and sister Virginia Marie. A memorial graveside service will be held Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, 1 p.m., at Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy. Memorials to the Community Health Center of Branch County (CCU) are suggested. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Quincy. |
Wednesday, June 30, 2010 1:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
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 |
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Friday, August 6, 2010 12:00 PM |
Gary Wethington, 61, departed August 4, 2010. |
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 7:09 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Mrs. Genevie Etta Penrose, age 87, of Jenison, passed away late Friday evening, July 30, 2010, at Metro Health Hospital in Wyoming.   After graduating from Cedar Springs High School, she worked in Grand Rapids for Michigan Bell Telephone Co. as a switchboard operator. A veteran of  World War II, she enlisted in the U.S. Army and was stationed at O’Reilly General Military Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, where she met her husband, U.S. Army SFC (retired) Walter L. Penrose.  They enjoyed 53 years of marriage  until his death in 1999. After raising her children to school age, she worked at the University of Michigan, Wolverine World Wide and was a travel agent for the past 30 years. Gen was formerly a member of the Cedar Springs Order of Eastern Star and the American Business Women’s Association. She loved to travel, knit, cook and spend time with her family. Surviving are a son, Walter L. Penrose II; daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen and Robert Beck; grandchildren, Jennifer and Andy Ketchum, Melissa and Chris Dillon, Megan and Caleb Opp, and Jason Penrose; and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving her are her brother, Laurence Reyburn of Cedar Springs; and sister, Florence Yurich of Rancho Mirage, CA; and many dear nieces and nephews.   The family wishes to express their gratitude to the special folks at Metro Hospital, Sunset Home Care, Tendercare of Wyoming and Dr. Kevin Furlong for the extraordinary care they provided our Mother during the her final and difficult years. Committal services, with full military honors will be at 2:00 p.m. on August 20, 2010, at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Honoring her wishes, cremation has taken place. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Gen’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.mi-cremation.com. Arrangements were entrusted to the Michigan Cremation Company, West Michigan’s honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care,  1-877-273-6281.   |
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 6:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
George A. Coward, age 94, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at Heartland of Holland. George was a member of Grace Episcopal Church.    He is survived by his children, Andy Coward of Holland, Daniel Coward of Holland, Michael and Graciela Coward of Argentina; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brothers, Father Robert Coward of Rome, Italy, Terrence and Mercedes Coward of Brazil; sister-in-law, Mrs. John (Lilly) Smith of Lingwood, England; many nephews and nieces. Private family services will be held at a later date.  Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.   |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 1:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
George K. Jones, 66, of Coldwater, died as a result of a motorcycle accident on Saturday, July 31, 2010. He was born Sept. 29, 1943 in Madison, Ind. to Ruby and Hazel (Harrison) Jones. He married Janice M. Roeser on July 24, 1971 in Sherwood. She survives. He worked for Climax Specialty Metals in Coldwater for 20 years. George is survived by his wife Janice, daughters Toni Jones and Rebecca (Scott) Butters, son Brian (Melanie) Jones, grandchildren Sean, Rochelle, Seth S., Jacob, Jeremy, Jordan, Seth H., Justin and Ciearra, great-granddaughter Payton, sisters Garnett and Barbara, brother Lawrence, sister-in-law Dorothy; close friend and neighbor Claudine Cox along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Jeffery Jones, five brothers and three sisters. George was a man with a heart of gold who was married to his wife Janice for 39 years. He enjoyed NASCAR, Sprint car and hydroplane racing. George thoroughly loved riding motorcycles and also liked watching TV, sports, hunting and his dogs. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him. Visitation will be Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater. Funeral services will be held Monday, Aug. 9, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home with Pastor David Anderson officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, Coldwater, (517) 278-2311. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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Thursday, August 5, 2010 2:00 AM |
SOUTH RANGE, Wis. -- Giacomina "Rena" Vittone, 82, of 10th Avenue, town of Kimball, died Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, in South Range. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 5:57 AM |
April 5, 1921 – Aug. 4, 2010 Glen McClure, 89, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at Ingham Regional Medical Center in Lansing. |
Glenn Wilford (Bud) Stilgenbauer Saturday, August 7, 2010 5:57 AM |
July 18, 1922 – Aug. 3, 2010 Glenn Wilford (Bud) Stilgenbauer, 88, of Rosebush passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at Woodland Hospice House in Mount Pleasant. |
Kathryn (Suess) Gregori, 95, of Manistee and formerly of Ludington, died Thursday morning, August 5. Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:16 AM |
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Helen Lucille Thompson (Houts) Friday, August 6, 2010 12:00 AM |
A memorial service for Helen Lucille Thompson (Houts) will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at Lakeview Cemetery in Harbor Springs. |
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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Henry J. Wolff, 87, of West Olive, died Friday, Aug. 6, 2010 at Hospice House of Holland. Funeral arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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SHEA, JAMES "COURT"; of Texas, formerly of Holly; August 2, 2010; age 46. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 5:23 AM |
MILLER, JEFFREY P.; August 1, 2010; age 48. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:58 AM |
FLORES, JESUS; of Clarkston; August 6, 2010; age 91. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:58 AM |
RUHALA, JOSEPH D.; of Clarkston; August 5, 2010; age 82. |
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 8:17 AM |
Jack L. Patton, 65, of Echo Township, died on Aug. 2, 2010, at his home. |
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Jacob Dale Fris, age 88, of Holland, died Friday, August 6, 2010. Memorial services will be 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Trinity Reformed Church, 712 Apple Ave. Burial will be in the Pilgrim Home Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will follow the service at the church. Arrangements are by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Downtown Chapel. For more information and an online registry, visit 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. |
71, of Lansing, retired, employee, died Monday. Memorial services 11 a.m. today at Field & Leik Funeral Home, Dimondale. |
James Keith Hall, age 67, of Riverdale, died Friday, July 23, 2010, in Lake Michigan west of Ludington when a medical flight plane enroute to the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota malfunctioned and crashed. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:16 AM |
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Wednesday, June 30, 2010 10:40 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
  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. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 10:26 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
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.   |
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 3:17 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Joe F. Ilg, III, age 68, of Appleton, Wis., passed away at his home on Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010.  Joe was born on Dec. 12, 1941, in Chicago, to the late Joe F. Ilg, Jr. and Esther Wendt. Joe graduated from Carroll College in 1964. He was an industrial engineer at Midwest Tool and Cutlery. He moved to the Fox River Valley in Wisconsin in 2007 upon his retirement.  Joe was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and uncle.  Survivors include his wife, Emily;  his children, Sara (Steve) Eliasen, Oshkosh; Anne (Elias) Macias, Menasha, Wis.; and Karl (Kamala) Ilg, Ann Arbor, Mich.; his grandchildren, Grace, Owen and Isabella Eliasen and Vivienne Rose Ilg; his brother, David (Claudia) Debus, Alexandria, Va.; and his sister, Judith (Charles) Peterson, Mercer Island, Wash.  He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  Joe was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Debus.  Memorial services will be at 6 p.m. today at Wichmann Funeral Home Tri-County Chapel, 3212 S. Oneida St., Menasha, Wis., with Sister Judy Miller, CJS, Spiritual Director of the Norbertine Center for Spirituality, officiating.  Friends may call at the funeral home today from 5 p.m. until the time of services.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to benefit his grandchildren’s scholarship funds.  The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Joe’s friends and neighbors at Historic Fox River Mills Apartments for their loving friendship.     |
Wednesday, June 30, 2010 9:42 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
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. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 10:35 AM |
Joe Habasko slipped away peacefully in his sleep with family near by on Aug. 3, 2010. |
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Joe S. Martinez, age 29, passed away Aug. 5, 2010, at home unexpectedly. He was born Nov. 27, 1980, in Adrian, Mich., the son of Danny and Joyce (Martinez) Griewahn. He is survived by his parents; two brothers, Jason R. Martinez and Dominick M. Griewahn; two nephews, Royce and Bryce Martinez; his son, Isaac; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dorothy and Ernest Griewahn, and Janie Nieto, his aunt, Sylvia Nunn and his uncle, Jimmy Martinez. Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Rod Carver officiating. Visitation will be on Sunday from 1 p.m. until the time of service at J. Gilbert Purse funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 8:53 PM |
John H. Buchalski John H. Buchalski, age 82, passed away August 4, 2010, at his residence. He was born September 17, 1927, in Detroit, Mich. Mr. Buchalski retired from Utica Community Schools as a principal after over 35 years. He met President Nixon in 1972 at the dedication of Eisenhower High School. Mr. Buchalski was a journeyman carpenter; he enjoyed fixing and remodeling homes as a hobby. He also went on to get his builders license. He graduated from Eastern University in 1951, where he played football and received a bachelor's degree. He graduated U of M in 1955 with a master's degree in education, received an education specialist degree in 1964 from Wayne State. He was also a World War II Navy veteran. Beloved husband of Lorraine. Loving father of Brian, Dean, and the late Thomas, Claudia Hagen, Diane Marie Nice-Stewart-Buchalski, Brenda Buchalski, and Audrey Walsh-Buchalski. Proud grandfather of Melissa Porter, Nicki Nice, Rebecca Walsh, and Dean Stewart. Dear great-grandfather of Jacob Porter. Brother of Irene Susitko, and the late Dorothy Snay. Visitation at the Wm. Sullivan and Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blocks east of Van Dyke), Utica, Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m., with a 7 p.m. prayer service. Instate Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 44633 Utica Road (between Van Dyke and M-59), Utica until time of the Mass at 10 a.m. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials appreciated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com. |
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John E. Meier, 53, of Pullman, died Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010. Services will be 4 p.m. Saturday with visiting from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday. www.chappellfuneral home.com |
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John “JR” Pinkston, age 66, passed away, Aug. 5, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Mary Lynn; his son, Jeffery; his daughters, Tracy, Shelly, Brandy and Sarah; 14 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Martha and Wilma Joyce; and brother, Charles Thomas. According to his wishes, cremation will take place and his family will hold memorial services and burial in Ft. Custer National Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 8:53 PM |
Joseph V. Bombassei Joseph V. Bombassei, age 75, died August 4, 2010. Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father of Cindy Bombassei (Robert Razi) and Stephen (Sandy) Bombassei. Dear grandfather of Sam and Joe. Also survived by his brother, Roger; and sister, Betty (Ray) Novak. He was predeceased by his son, Joseph John Bombassei. Visitation Sunday from 2-9 p.m. at Lee-Ellena Funeral Home, 46530 Romeo Plank (south of 21 Mile). Visitation Monday from 11 a.m. until time of service 12 p.m. at the funeral home. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 8:53 PM |
Joseph V. Deragon Joseph V. Deragon, age 84, of Roseville, died July 31, 2010, at Autumn Woods after battling multiple health problems. Beloved husband of Kathleen. Dear father of Bridget Gyenese and Johanna (Raymund) Belz. Dearest grandfather of Samantha, Amanda, and Raymund Jr. Dear brother of Margaret (Wayne) Knocke, Shirley (Peter) Gruenke, and Tony Deragon. Also surviving are several cousins. Joseph served in the United States Navy during World War II and belonged to V.F.W. Post 2358. Services will be Friday, August 13, 2010, at 12:30 p.m. at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan. |
Thursday, August 5, 2010 12:07 PM |
Mrs. Joyce M. Rapp, age 63 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010 at her home. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 7:24 AM |
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Judith K. Lawicki, age 64, of Brooklyn, Mich., passed away Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, in Toledo, Ohio.  She was born Sept. 28, 1945, in Jackson, Mich., to Charles R. and Dorothy (Armstrong) Jackson. She married Gerald J. Lawicki in Toledo, Ohio. Judith was employed by St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, until her retirement in 2006. Judith dearly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.  She loved gardening, reading and living on the lake. In addition to her husband, Gerald, she is survived by her father, Charles (Loretta) Jackson; two daughters, Jodi (David) Little of Lake Orion, Mich., and Jill (Robert) Walsh of Coto de Caza, Calif.; and six grandchildren, Lucas, Logan and Lance Little and Kelsey, Zakary and Emily Walsh. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy. Funeral services for Judith will be held on Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, Mich., with the Rev. Tom Wasilewski officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, Mich. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, Mich. |
64, of Portland, died Wednesday. Services 10 a.m. today at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Portland. Arrangements by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland. |
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Judy Colleen (Boughton) Gianino passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at Holy Rosary Extended Care in Miles City, Mont. Judy was born Oct. 10, 1944, in Sturgis, a daughter of Charles E. and Violet A. (Robbins) Boughton. Judy graduated from Sturgis High School and worked five years at Sturgis Hospital before moving to Ekalaka, Mon., in May 1969. In 1977, she moved to Boyes, Mont, where she met and married Battista A. Gianino. Judy loved animals and enjoyed the hard work of the ranch. She was a member of DAR and several horses and cattle clubs. Judy is survived by her husband Battista Gianino of Boyes; a daughter, Wende Gianino of Boyes; an older brother, John, from Roy, Wash.; and a twin brother Jack, who lives in Sturgis. She was preceded in death by her parents. A memorial service was held Monday at Powder River Manor in Broadus, Mont. Interment will be held at a later date in the Boyes Cemetery. For those who wish, memorials may be made to the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church of Ekalaka, Mont., or the charity of one’s choice. |
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Friday, August 6, 2010 5:23 AM |
BARNESKY (ARCELLO), KATHLEEN; age 88; of White Lake, formerly of Safety Harbor, FL; passed away August 4, 2010. |
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Karen Leigh Hoek, 46, died Friday, July 23, 2010, at her home in Tacoma, Wash. Services are Aug. 24 at Granite Springs Church in Lincoln, Calif. |
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Karen Donahue Pinkelman, 44, of Lyons, Ohio, passed away Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, at the Fulton County Health Center in Wauseon, Ohio. She was born on Sept. 1, 1965, in Wauseon, the daughter of “Wink” and “Sue” (Mizer) Frantz. On Sept. 10, 1983, in Chesterfield Township, Ohio, she married Dennis Donahue. He preceded her in death on March 27, 2006. On April 24, 2010, in Swanton, Ohio, she married Tim Pinkelman and he survives. Karen was a lifelong Lyons-area resident and was a graduate of the Evergreen High School class of 1983. She worked at the Lyons Hair Salon in Lyons, Ohio, for many years. Karen was a “the glass is half-full” person who was always giving to others. Her passions in life were her family, friends and, of course, running. After she lost first husband, Dennis Donahue, she started a “trot for the track,” which was a huge part of the new track at Evergreen High School. Her life has touched many people from young to old and she will be missed very much by each of them. Besides her husband, Tim, Karen is survived by a daughter, Taryn Donahue of Lyons; two sons, Brandon (Andrea Abbott) Donahue of Lyons and Blake Donahue of Lyons; stepchildren, Lexie, Mackenzie, Shelbie and Logan Pinkelman; two sisters, Debby (Rick) Gleckler of Wauseon and Lynne (Kenneth) Shadbolt of Morenci; two brothers, Jeffrey (Lori) Frantz of Clinton and Michael Frantz of Morenci; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bob and Kitty Donahue of Lyons; stepfather, Bud Spencer of St. Helen; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her first husband, Dennis Donahue, Karen was preceded in death by her parents and a grandson, Nash Donahue. Funeral service will be on Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Evergreen High School (south of Metamora, Ohio) with Pastor Brent Pomroy and Pastor Mitch Maxted officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. There will be a visitation on Thursday from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. at the school. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association. Funeral arrangements were through the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 10:36 AM |
Kelsey Manker, 21, of Petoskey, died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 10:37 AM |
Former Petoskey resident Kenneth Lee McDonald, 54, of Kincheloe, died Aug. 5, 2010, at War Memorial Hospital in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. |
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010 6:53 AM |
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• Ardys Viola Kuenzer, 90, of Muskegon and formerly of Bear Lake, died Monday, Aug. 2. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Bear Lake is in charge of arrangements.... |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:58 AM |
ANDERSON, LOUISE R.; age 89; born on December 20, 1920 in Whitesville, West Virginia and passed away on August 5, 2010 in White Lake, Michigan. |
Howard B. Lampley, 77, of Oviedo, Florida and Irons, died Thursday morning, August 5. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
Larry F. Gallottia Feb. 15, 1949-Aug. 3, 2010 Wednesday, August 4, 2010 11:42 AM |
Larry F. Gallottia, age 61, of Monroe died Aug. 3, 2010 at Botsford Hospital in Farmington Hills. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 6:47 AM |
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Larry Lee Henderson Aug. 3, 1942-Aug. 1, 2010 Wednesday, August 4, 2010 11:43 AM |
Larry Lee Henderson, age 67, of Jackson, Ohio passed away Sunday at Holzer Medical Center of Jackson. |
LeRoy S. "Clem" Clemens Delta Township Age 81, our loving father, and grandfather passed away August 5, 2010. Born August 2, 1929 in Kent County, MI. LeRoy earning his Bachelors and Masters Degree in Music from M.S.U. He served in the U.S. Army as a Corporal and Ft. Knox Band Director from 1952-54. He was the first Band Director and taught history at Everett High School for many years. He was a member, manager, and second oboist of the Lansing Symphony Orchestra, and was member of the Lansing Community Band. He was a member of St. Gerard Catholic Church. He loved sailing LeRoy was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Carolyn in April 2010; parents, Alvin and Frances Clemens; sister, Elinore Watson; brother, Alvin Clemens Surviving are his four children, Christopher (Kelli) Clemens, Joseph (Kate) Clemens, Frances (Marty) Jones, and Jeanne (Jerry) Sutton; 12 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation is 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday with the Rosary being prayed at 7:30 p.m. in the Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing. Funeral Liturgy is 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 9, at St. Gerard Catholic Church, 4437 W. Willow, Lansing with Fr. Pieter van Rooyen presiding. Viewing will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at church. Rite of committal St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum. Contributions may be made to St. Gerard Church in memory of LeRoy. Friends may visit the guest book at |
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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. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 9:40 AM |
Lori Ann Leask-Myers, 41, of Wynona, Okla., passed unexpectedly on July 18, 2010. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 7:45 PM - Julie Ann Lubbers |
Louis TerAvest, age 94,  went to be with his Lord and Savior, Saturday, July 31, 2010, at Briarwood Assisted Living in Allegan. Mr. TerAvest was born July 30, 1916, in Hamilton, the son of John and Elizabeth (Schaap) TerAvest. Louis was a member of the Allegan Wesleyan Church for many years. He was a farmer all of his life, he was involved for many years with 4-H, County Commission, sexton at Hudson Corners Cemetery and loved to support Allegan Sports, and will be sadly missed on the bleachers in Allegan. Surviving are his 3 children; Larry and Carol TerAvest of Allegan, Linda and Gary Wierenga of Caledonia, and Bill and Sandy TerAvest of Allegan; 2 step children, Rick and Tami Bailey of IN, and Cindy Harris of Chicago; 7 grandchildren, Kris and Cory Thede, Todd and Beth TerAvest, Chad and Michele TerAvest, Charlie and Leah TerAvest, Sara and Dayton Walker, Nick and Lauren Bailey and Ashley Bailey; 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Geraldine; his second wife, Betty; two children, Betty and John; two sisters, Hazel Immink and Julieanna Dolan, and his brother, Gerald TerAvest. Private burial has taken place at Hudson Corners Cemetery. Friends may meet with the family on Sunday, August 15, 2010, at the Allegan Wesleyan Church, from 2-5 pm where a memorial service will be held at 5 pm. Arrangements by the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www. gordenfuneral.com.   |
Monday, August 2, 2010 9:42 AM |
Louis Watson Hankey Sr., 96, of Petoskey, died May 1, 2010, at his home. |
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Louise E. Nowicki, 92, of Paragould, Ark., passed away Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. Louise was a homemaker and a member of the Hospital Auxillary for more than 35 years. Visitation will be held prior to the graveside service on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010 from 9-10:30 a.m. at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. A graveside service will follow at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cemetery.   Survivors include daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Frank Sturgell of Bradenton, Fla., Janet and Mark Woodfruff of Paragould, Ark. and Phyllis and Maurice Neveraski of Granger, Ind., six grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and six great, great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Mamie Shurtz Langwell; husband, Ed Nowicki and brothers Wayne, Wilfred, Clayton and Elwood.  The family has requested that memorials be made to St. Mary’s School Fund, 220 N. 2nd Street, Paragould, AR, 72450 or Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Auxillary Scholarship Fund. Local arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. To sign the online register go to www.heathfuneralhome.com. |
70, of Bath, died Thursday. Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Thursday, August 5, 2010 11:38 AM |
Lyle Bischoff, 97, of Ottawa Lake died Wednesday. |
Lyle J. “Bus” Bischoff Aug. 4, 2010 Friday, August 6, 2010 11:59 AM |
Lyle J. “Bus” Bischoff, age 97, passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2010 in his Ottawa Lake, MI home, surrounded by his loving wife and family. |
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. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 5:23 AM |
CONNERY-LEDGER, MICHELLE MARIE; age 32; of Waukegan, IL, formerly of Waterford; passed away July 18, 2010. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 9:43 AM |
Madelon Johnson, 79, of Charlevoix and Petoskey, died Aug. 1, 2010, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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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. |
Thursday, August 5, 2010 10:19 AM |
Margaret Pearl Hallam, long-term resident of Gaylord and Vanderbilt, died July 23, 2010 at the age of 87, in Provo, Utah. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 7:24 AM |
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Margarette Ruth Osborn, age 94, of Barneveld, Wisc., passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010 at Upland Hills Hospice in Dodgeville, surrounded by her loving family after a short illness. Margarette was born on Jan. 19, 1916 to David and Lena (Amacher) Thomas, of Barneveld. She lived her entire life in Barneveld and attended Barneveld Schools and M.A.T.C. of Madison. She married J. Rayman Osborn on July 28, 1942 at the Veterans Chapel in Wood, Wisc. Margarette enjoyed life to the fullest and took extreme pride and joy in her family. She loved to cook and bake and was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She spent many hours caring for her flowers and gardens over the years. Margarette is survived by her daughters Evelyn (Jim) Mead, Janet (Jim) Noble, Beverly Beemer, Phyllis (David) Neisen, Ramona (Ken) Palzkill and Shirley (Bill) Kiefer; her son Thomas Osborn; her brother Harold Thomas; many, many grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Rayman Osborn, in 1965, her daughter, Mavis Leiske, in 2008, her father, D.D. Thomas, in 1954, her mother, Lena Thomas, in 1978, her brother, Walter Thomas, in 1987 and her son-in-law, Charles Beemer, in 2010. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 8, 2010 at the Barneveld Congregational United Church of Christ in Barneveld. Rev. Bob Sichta will officiate. Burial will be held in White Church Cemetery. Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Saturday at the Gorgen-McGinley & Ayers Funeral Home in Dodgeville and from 12 p.m. until time of services on Sunday at the church. The family suggests that memorials be made to Upland Hills Hospice. Special thanks to the Upland Hills Health doctors and nurses and to Hospice for the wonderful and excellent care given to our beloved mother. |
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 9:42 AM |
Marie Bogden, 99, of Petoskey, died Saturday, July 31, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
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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. |
73, of Grand Ledge, former Ice Box Restaurant waitress, died Friday. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
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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   |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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92, of Bath, retired state Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologist, died Thursday. Services 2 p.m. Sunday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel. |
Tuesday, July 6, 2010 11:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
  Mase, a 1960 graduate of Onaway High School, worked for the Michigan State Department of Highway and for Cheboygan Memorial Hospital in the maintenance department. His passion and talent for fishing took him to Grand Marais in the summers and his winters were spent in Tower carving and painting decoys, which are admired by many. His kind heart and generosity will be missed by all. Mase is survived by his four children, Beth (Brian) Flynn, Edward (Barb) Mason, Lynda (Al) Hererra and Patrick (Sharla) Mason. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Sam, Nick, Shelby, Faith, Katie and Scarlett. He will be sadly missed by his dear companion, Tess Burfield, and his close friend and cousin, Lawrence Veihl. Mase also leaves behind aunts, uncles and many cousins. His parents, Gladys and Marvin Mason, precede him in death. Marvin Junior Mason “Mase”, age 68, of Tower, died at home on July 2, 2010. He was born on July 12, 1941 in Petoskey, the son of Marvin and Gladys (Martin) Mason. A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday July 18, 2010 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tower Community Hall. Donations can be made to Hospice of the Straits. Send an on-line condolence to the family of Marvin “Mase” Mason at www.chagnonfh.com |
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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 |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010 9:43 AM |
Mary Jane Knibbs died peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, at Munson Hospice House in Traverse City. |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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Tuesday, July 27, 2010 3:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
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. |
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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.   |
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Mildred “Midge” Owen, age 71, of Adrian, died Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at the Legacy Assisted Living Center in Jackson. She was born Oct. 30, 1938, in Columbus, Ind., to Mitchell and Bessie (Caswell) Jefferies. She was raised and loved by her wonderful foster parents, John and Jessie Robinson. On June 25, 1982, she married Harold Owen, Sr. in Adrian. He preceded her in death on July 6, 2008. Midge had been employed by the Saline Hospital for 20 years, retiring in November 2000. She then worked part time at the Salvation Army until 2009. Mildred is survived by two sons, James (Maria) McMurray Jr. of Port Orchard, Wash., and John McMurray of Adrian; a daughter, Deborah McMurray of Toledo, Ohio; four stepsons, Harold, Jr. (Cindy) Owen of Jackson, Scott (Angela) Owen of Jackson, Russ (Chris) Owen of Onsted and Michael (Rachel) Owen of Almont, Mich.; and a stepdaughter, Susan (Eddie) Beasley of Jackson; a foster sister, Helen Ahlemeyer of Columbus, Ind.; a sister-in-law, Cara Jefferies of Columbus, Ind.; 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Albert Jefferies. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with the Rev. John Randall officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian. Visitation will be held on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Jackson Great Lakes Hospice. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Mildred “Midge” Owen, age 71, of Adrian died Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at the Legacy Assisted Living Center in Jackson. She was born Oct. 30, 1938, in Columbus, Ind., to Mitchell and Bessie (Caswell) Jefferies. She was raised and loved by her wonderful foster parents, John and Jessie Robinson. On June 25, 1982, she married Harold Owen, Sr. in Adrian. He preceded her in death on July 6, 2008. Midge had been employed by the Saline Hospital for 20 years, retiring in November 2000.  She then worked part time at the Salvation Army until 2009. Mildred is survived by two sons, James (Maria) McMurray Jr. of Port Orchard, Wash., and John McMurray of Adrian; a daughter, Deborah McMurray of Toledo, Ohio; four step-sons, Harold, Jr. (Cindy) Owen of Jackson, Scott (Angela) Owen of Jackson, Russ (Chris) Owen of Onsted and Michael (Rachel) Owen of Almont, Mich.; and a step-daughter, Susan (Eddie) Beasley of Jackson; a foster sister, Helen Ahlemeyer of Columbus, Ind.; a sister-in-law, Cara Jefferies of Columbus, Ind.; 17 grandchildren; and 11 great- grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Albert Jefferies. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with the Rev. John Randall officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian. Visitation will be today from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Jackson Great Lakes Hospice. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Nancy L. Durfee, 57, passed away Aug. 1, 2010, at Providence Park Hospital, Novi. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Nancy G. Nowak, 61, of Fennville, died Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, in Holland  Hospital. Services are 4 p.m. Sunday at the Fennville V.F.W. Post No. 7911. www.chappellfuneralhome.com |
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Nash Donahue, 4 months, passed away Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, at the Toledo Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. He was born on March 29, 2010, in Toledo, the son of Brandon and Andrea (Abbott) Donahue. Besides his parents, he is survived by grandparents, Chris and Brian Abbott of Wauseon; great-grandparents, Bob and Kitty Donahue of Lyons; one aunt, Taryn Donahue of Lyons;  two uncles, Brian Abbott Jr. of Wauseon and Blake Donahue of Lyons; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Nash was preceded in death by his grandparents Dennis Donahue and Karen Donahue Pinkelman. Funeral service will be on Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Evergreen High School (south of Metamora, Ohio) with Pastor Brent Pomroy and Pastor Mitch Maxted officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. There will be a visitation on Thursday from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. at the school. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the March of Dimes. Funeral arrangements were through the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci. |
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Norbert Joseph Rapp Norbert Joseph Rapp, age 72, a retired employee of GMC's Pontiac division, died Friday in Royal Oak at William Beaumont Hospital after 13 years of declining health. Norbert was born and reared in Romeo, owned Rapp's Rose Haven Orchards in Armada for 21 years and then returned to reside in Romeo. While he was growing up, he attended Romeo schools and was the President of FFA and 4H. He attended Michigan State University where he studied horticulture. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. As an adult he was member of the Armada School Board and owned King Fisher Manufacturing. Norbert enjoyed many pastimes including fishing, hunting, and hosta growing. He was a member of the Michigan Hosta Society, Detroit Metro Hosta Society, Lapeer Garden Club, Lapeer Koi Club, Detroit Area Woodturners, American Hosta Society, Michigan Koi and Pond Club, Michigan Bat Society, Ducks Unlimited, and the Michigan Woodworking Guild. He was a faithful and adoring husband. He married Michelle Renee Rastigue on May 13, 1961 at St Peter's Catholic Church in Mount Clemens. He was also a dedicated father who was immensely proud of his five children and sixteen grandchildren. Although we knew this day would eventually come, our hearts are heavy at the loss of our gentle giant. He left an indelible imprint on those who knew him. Though he had hoped to accomplish more, he left this world a better place. Norbert is survived by his wife, Michelle, of Romeo; his five children, Margaret (Jay) Jaeger, Norbert (Denise) Rapp, Matthew (Basma) Rapp, Monica (Joe) Cavaliere, and John (Jeanne) Rapp; two brothers, Richard (Cynthia) Rapp of Ray and Karl (Karen) Rapp; sixteen grandchildren, Michelle Jaeger, John Jaeger, Sophia, James & Joseph Jaeger, Anton & Conrad Rapp, Ashley, Emily & Olivia Rapp, Isabella, Giuseppe & Giovanni Cavaliere, and Zachary & Angelina Rapp; and two best friends, Victor Rios and Jerome Fontenot. He will be joining those who have gone before him, his parents Herman and Therese Rapp and his granddaughter Katherine Jaeger. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. and Monday 4-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke @ 25 Mile Rd. Rosary Monday 7 p.m. Instate Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Clement of Rome, 343 S. Main St., Romeo, until Mass, 10 a.m. Interment, Romeo Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" @ WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:58 AM |
WEBB, OTIS THOMAS "ODIE"; age 63; passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2010. |
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Annette I. Hamilton Feb. 22, 1946 — Aug. 1, 2010 Annette Irene Hamilton, 64, of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, at her home. She was born Feb. 22, 1946, in Ramsgate, England, to Stanley and Irene Gray. She was married June 16, 1966, to Harold LaMar Hamilton and he survives. Besides her husband, LaMar she is survived by three daughters, Wendy Cole of Hillsdale, Shari Renee (Brian Clevenger) Penza of Lehigh Acres, Fla. and Amy (David) Baniak of Clarksville, Tenn.; two sons, Jeffery Hamilton of Hillsdale and Corey Hamilton of Fort Knox, Ky. and 10 grandchildren. Annette was preceded in death by her parents and two grandchildren, Oryan and Stormie. A memorial visitation for Annette Hamilton will be held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society. To view this obituary and send condolences, please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Bradley John Nash, 41, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at his home. He was born July 16, 1969, in Las Vegas, Nev., to George William “Bill” and Ethel Jane (Sherrick) Nash. Brad married Kerri Shepherd on Aug. 12, 1995, in Hillsdale, at the home of Bill and Jane Nash. Brad was a graduate of Hillsdale High, class of 1987, and a graduate of Hillsdale College in 1991 with a degree in Finance. Brad, along with his family, was a local business owner of Nash Drug Stores, Nash Hallmark Store, and Jill’s Office Supply. Brad attended the First United Methodist Church of Hillsdale and was a lifetime member of the Optimist Club. He also was a member of the Hillsdale Golf and Country Club, Ducks Unlimited, and Pheasants Forever. Brad was an outdoorsman. He was an avid hunter, enjoyed golfing, fishing, and spending time with his family. Surviving besides his wife Kerri are two children, Samuel William and Coby Bradley Nash; one brother, Bill (Stephanie) Nash of Naperville, Ill.; two aunts and uncles, Sandra and David Schuldt of Iowa City and John and Brenda Sherrick of Bettendorf, Iowa. Brad was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Jane Nash. Memorial services for Brad Nash will be at 3 p.m. Monday at the Hillsdale First United Methodist Church with Pastor David Schuldt and Pastor Pat Brook officiating. Private family interment will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County or the Hillsdale County Community Foundation. To view this obituary and send condolences, please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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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.   |
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Carlos Martinez June 28, 1961 — July 27, 2010 Carlos Martinez, 49, of Litchfield, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, in Hillsdale.  He was born June 28, 1961, in Albion, to Manuel and Trine (Serbin) Martinez and they survive in Litchfield.   He graduated from Litchfield High School in 1979 and was an employee of Certified Maintenance, Jonesville.  Carlos was an avid car enthusiast, especially Monte Carlos, and he enjoyed NASCAR racing and mechanical tinkering. In addition to his parents, he is survived by: two sisters, Yolanda Clevenger of Litchfield and Mary Ann Hulbert of Garrett, Ind.; two brothers, Raymond Martinez of Litchfield and Richard Martinez of Pawnee, Okla. and 11 nieces and nephews Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Michael Murray officiating.  Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Visitation is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Friday. Memorials are suggested to the Litchfield Congregational Church.  |
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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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Dorothy Grace  Johnsen Aug. 18, 1907 — July 28, 2010 Dorothy Grace (Trenner) Johnsen, Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born Aug. 18, 1907, in Halfday, Ill., and spent most of her life in Illinois and Michigan. She is survived by one daughter, Carol L. Smith of North Carolina; one stepdaughter and husband, Fay and George Johnson of Burlington, Mich.; 12 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren. At her request cremation has taken place and there will be no additional services at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
Obituary: Eugene L. 'Gene' Owen Monday, August 2, 2010 12:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Eugene L. “Gene” Owen, 59, of Montpelier, Ohio, died suddenly Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at the Archbold Hospital.  Gene was born Jan. 26, 1951, in Montpelier. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Friday, July 30 at the Thompson Funeral Home in Montpelier. Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Montpelier with the Rev. Bruce A. Tumblin to officiate.   |
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Flossie M. Kline June 1, 1921 — July 31, 2010 Flossie Margurete Kline, 89, of Battle Creek, (formerly of Litchfield) passed away Saturday July 31, 2010, at Battle Creek Health Systems.  She was born June 1, 1921, in Homer, to Ralph and Rena (Porcupile) Kline.   Flossie enjoyed working puzzles, watching TV, caring for her cats, collecting stuffed animals, and drinking Coca-Cola.  She will be remembered for her hearty laugh and warm smile.   She is survived by two sisters, Lulubelle (John) Allbright of Allen and Mildred Wiser of Marshall; one brother, Ray (Elsie) Kline of Jonesville. Preceding her in death were her parents and three brothers (Virgil, Lawrence and Richard “Mort” Kline). Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating.  Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield.  Visitation is scheduled from 11 a.m. until time of service Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice. |
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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 |
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Jebey J. Pruitt, 83, of Wyoming, Mich. died Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at home. He was born on May 24, 1927, in Moulton, Ala., to Sam and Belle Pruitt. Jebey worked for 39 years at Georgia-Pacific in Kalamazoo. In his retirement years he was a crossing guard for the city of Wyoming. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister; five brothers; a grandchild and a son-in-law. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Jean; sons, Clifford Pruitt, Alan (Judy) Pruitt, James (Heidi) Pruitt; daughters, Joan (Billy) LeMaster, Barbara Montgomery; 16 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; a sister, Earlene Wallace; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Clyde Park Church of the Nazarene, 2545 Clyde Park SW. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery. The family will meet relatives and friends from 10-11 a.m. Friday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.     |
Obituary: Jewell D. Jansen-Pearce Wednesday, July 28, 2010 11:11 AM - 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. Graveside funeral services for Jewell Jansen-Pearce will be 1 p.m. Thursday, July 29 at Irving Park Cemetery in Chicago, Illinois. The family will receive friends for visitation 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 27 at the Hillsdale Nazarene Church with a prayer ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Arrangements are entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home, Hillsdale.   |
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JoAnn  E. Kane, 83, formerly of Posey Lake, passed away Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  She was born March 7, 1927. Funeral services for JoAnn Kane are pending at the Eagle Funeral Home in  Hudson. |
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Joyce Johns, a longtime resident of Hillsdale County, died of a heart attack in Tucson, Ariz. where she and her family lived for several years. Joyce suffered for many years with health problems but had a great look on life and always wore a smile. Prior to her passing she lost her parents, Kenneth and Leurine (Moore) Coles and her husband of 50 years, Gary Johns. Surviving are five children, Gary Lee Johns II, Dennis Johns and Pamela (David) Hailstone, all of Washington State; Penny Serrano and Lori (Jr.) Young of Tucson; brother, Ronald (Mary) Coles, Tucson and sisters, Michelle (Scott) Coffman, Tucson and Beverly (Roger) Baker, Big Rapids and several nieces and nephews. |
Obituary: Juanita M. Hassenzahl Monday, August 2, 2010 12:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
“A woman who feareth God is a woman to be praised” Prov 31 vs 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 and a sister, Fay Schutte and one great-grandson, Brad Hicks. She has a surviving sister, Norma Welsh, of Adrian. Juanita is survived by her husband, Lowell. Juanita’s lifework was 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 also included 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 at 11 a.m. Monday at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with Pastor Darren Lemmon officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday 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.   |
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Martha M. Turner Oct. 7, 1947— Aug. 3, 2010 Martha Mae (Bowen) Turner, 62, was born an identical twin to Robert and Sarah Bowen, October 7, 1947, in Lima, Ohio. Martha slipped quietly into God’s presence at her home in the company of her children and husband on Aug. 3, 2010. She was married Feb. 19, 1972, to Curtis Turner, and he survives. Martha’s life was characterized by a quick wit and a disarming sense of humor that helped bring cheer and healing to those she met. In 1969, she graduated from Hurley Hospital School of Nursing in Flint, and served with Dr. Bruce Davenport in Jackson, before marrying Curtis. She loved to chat with her patients, sing to them and offer words of encouragement to smooth the way toward comfort and healing. She was employed for about 18 years at Hillsdale Community Health Center. Her hobbies included singing, photography, bird watching, fishing, needlework, scrap booking and travel. Martha was a world traveler under VISA (Volunteers In Service Abroad) of the Free Methodist Denomination. In 1970 she visited Rhodesia, (Zimbabwe) and South Africa, with singing groups. In  she traveled to Greece, Egypt, India, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, as a soloist to various Free Methodist Missions in Asia and the Far East. After she married Curtis, and as their children were grown, in June of 2000 they traveled together to Brazil, helping to build a small church in a rural area about 18 miles south of Brazilia, the capital of Brazil. In 1997, they visited Israel and Jordan, with a small tour group from Jackson. She is survived by her husband, Curtis; son, David Turner of Hillsdale; daughters, Catherine Glei of Coldwater and Heather Hakim of Orange City, Iowa; a sister, Margerie Shellberg, of Noblesville, Indiana; and 10 grandchildren. Martha will be sorely missed by her husband, her children, her sister, grandchildren, nieces and nephews and the Hillsdale Free Methodist Church family and all the friends she accumulated over the years in Hillsdale, Jackson, and Rockford, Illinois. Friends who wish may record their experiences, and memories of Martha in a book of memories at her memorial celebration service 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7 at the Hillsdale Free Methodist Church, 150 N. Union St., Hillsdale, with Pastor Keith Porter officiating. A fellowship meal will be served after the service. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home, Hillsdale. Memorial donations are suggested to the Haiti Earthquake Recovery Fund of the Free Methodist Church. To view this obituary or send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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  July 25, 1940 — July 21, 2010 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.   |
Friday, August 6, 2010 8:53 PM |
Other deaths, 8-7-10 James Arthur Walker Jr., 60, of Romeo, Roth-Muir Funeral Home, Romeo |
Friday, August 6, 2010 12:00 PM |
A service of celebration in her honor of Pastor Paula Rae Marrs, 63, of Monroe, who died July 25, will be held at 7 tonight at Rapha Christian Ministries, 11166 S. Dixie Highway, Erie. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 2:08 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Patricia Ann "Pat" Westeen, 67, of Bessemer, died Friday, July 30, 2010, in Ironwood. |
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Patricia Kay Hilty, 66, died Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010, of cancer. Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Cornerstone Church, 1675 84th St. S.E., Caledonia. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in Rockport Cemetery in Ohio at a later date. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.  www.lakeshorememorial.com |
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 11:55 AM |
Former Brutus resident Patty (Schrier) Mynard, 66, of Sardis City, Ala., passed away Friday, July 16, 2010, at UAB Hospital in Alabama. |
95, of Lansing, retired Quality Dairy Co. co-founder, died Wednesday. Services 10:30 a.m. today at St. Gerard Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel. |
Phillip West of Middleville, passed away August 4. Phillip was born August 10, 1934, in Midland, the son of Wilbur and Catherine (Haynes) West. Phillip was a foreman for the Maclean Construction Co, o... |
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Phyllis Dillon, 75, of Morenci passed away Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian. She was born on Feb. 22, 1935, in Ameagle, W. Va., the daughter of Cecil and Phyllis (Warton) Walker. On Nov. 24, 1952, in Beckley, W. Va., she married William “Bubby” Dillon. He preceded her in death on April 25, 1990. Phyllis has been in Morenci for the past 52 years where she attended the Morenci Church of the Nazarene. She was formerly employed at Bancroft Cleaners in Morenci, then at Fayette Tubular in Fayette, Ohio, until it closed. Survivors include a daughter, Marilyn (Ed) Hitt of Morenci; four granddaughters; six great-grandchildren; several stepgreat-grandchildren; a brother, Cecil (Joan) Walker Jr. of West Virginia; and a sister-in-law, Ruby Walker of Morenci. Besides her husband, Bubby, Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents; a son, James Joe Dillon; and a brother, William Walker. The funeral service will be on Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with the Rev. Dennis Owens officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. There will be a visitation on Thursday from 2 until 8 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 1:43 AM |
Some of the information on “R.J.” Robert J. Smith, 77, of Monroe who died Wednesday, was reported incorrectly in Friday’s Evening News. |
ROSALIE EMILY (Dybowski) GRZYWINSKI Friday, August 6, 2010 5:23 AM |
GRZYWINSKI, ROSALIE EMILY (Dybowski); age 65; of Clarkston. |
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Rebecca R. Pappas, 82, of Sturgis, passed away Friday evening, July 30, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born March 16, 1928, in Goshen, Ind., a daughter of the late Willis J. and Minnie (Weirich) Stahl. Rebecca had resided in Sturgis since age 15, coming from Goshen. She graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1945. She married James Pappas Sr., and this marriage ended in divorce. Most of her working life was involvement in retail. She retired from Kroger in Sturgis following many years of dedicated employment. She was a dedicated mom, grandma, great-grandma and truly cherished time spent with her family. She also was an avid reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles. Rebecca is survived by a daughter, Debra Layman of Sturgis; a son, James (Leslie) Pappas of Burr Oak; three grandchildren, Angela Layman of Kalamazoo, Clinton Pappas and Matthew (Wendy) Pappas, both of Burr Oak; a granddaughter-in-law, Erika (Dwayne) Darwin of Sturgis; eight great-grandchildren, Lucas, Dillon, Zander, Haylee and Ryland Pappas, Jadyn, Blake and Braylan Darwin; a foster grandson, Terry (Luciana) King of Alpena; brothers and sisters Otis Stahl of Sturgis, Ernest (Mildred) Stahl of Goshen, Ella Ruth Kelley of Sturgis, Helen Salisbury of Ocean Side, Calif., Paul (Ann) Toth of Delta Junction, Alaska, Eleanor Jean Toth of Kalamazoo and Barbara (Dale) Gearhart of Three Rivers; sisters-in-law Lois Sanderson of Sturgis and Kathy Toth of Wyoming, Mich.; a brother-in-law, Richard Kelley of Eagle; dear friend Diane Smith of LaGrange, Ind.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Clay Pappas; and three brothers, Lewis “Bud” Sanderson, Tom Toth and Karl Toth. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Hackman Family Funeral Homes- Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. A memorial service celebrating the life of Rebecca Pappas will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Sturgis Wesleyan Church, 907 N. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Mr. Larry Wallman 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 Rebecca’s memory consider the Riverside Health Clinic, P.O. Box 117, Three Rivers, MI 49072. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Rena Boer, aged 94, of Zeeland, passed away Thursday evening, August 5, 2010. Funeral services will be Monday at 11:00 a.m. at  VanderLaan Funeral Home. Interment Rosedale Memorial Park. Friends may meet with the family at the funeral home Sunday, 2-4 p.m. www.vanderlaanfuneralhome.net   |
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Rev. Edward M. Ruhlig, age 97, of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, August 1, 2010. Rev. Ruhlig served, and was a member of, the United Lutheran Church in Agnew, MI. He was the founder of Peace Lutheran Church of Holland and was a former pastor of both Trinity Lutheran Church in Onekama, MI and Zion Lutheran Church in Holland. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Swannie Ruhlig of Zeeland; sons Ed and Susan Ruhlig of Spring Hill, FL, and Richard and Cindy Ruhlig of Ormand Beach FL; daughters, Elvira (Ellie) and Joe Aubel of Temple Terrace, FL, and Carolyn and Bill Funckes of Zeeland; step-sons, John and Margaret Vander Meiden of Texas, Jim and Bonnie Vander Meiden of Michigan, and Dave and Joann Vander Meiden of Florida; step-daughters, Carol and Jim Vander Wall of Michigan and Florida, and Dorothy (Dottie) and Tony Meyers of Michigan and Arizona;  numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Don and Lois Katt of Spring Lake, MI; sister-in-law Marge De Heer of Grand Haven, MI. Funeral services are planned for 11:00 am on Wednesday, August 4, at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., with Rev. Earl Merz officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday from 10:15 am until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Village of Hope - Lazarus Project Haiti and Camp Concordia. An online condolence registry is available at www.langelandsterenberg.com   |
Monday, August 2, 2010 2:12 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Richard A. Kivi, 63, of Bessemer, passed away Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010 in Ironwood. |
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Dick down the middle Siddall,  83, of Adrian passed away Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at his home. He was born Oct. 15, 1926, in Jackson, Mich., to George H. and Kathleen (Crawford) Siddall. On May 7, 1945, he married Margaret A. Glasscock, in Jackson, Mich. She preceded him in death on Feb. 13, 2003. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Richard was an account representative with Johnson Controls until his retirement. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, the American Legion Post #97, the Moose Club and the Elks Club. Richard was also a member of the Lenawee Country Club, where in 2009, at the age of 82, he made his ninth hole in one. He was also the Lenawee Country Club champion numerous times. He also obtained the title of the State of Michigan Senior Golf Champion. Richard is survived by two daughters, Kathleen Reid of Elkhart, Ind., and Mary (Paul) Turlukowski of Tipton; one brother, Dr. John D. (Lorann) Siddall of Traverse City, Mich; five grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard C. Siddall, and two sisters, Joan Webb and Catherine Bland. Funeral services for Richard will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. David Hudgins officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery with full military rites conducted by the V.F.W. Annis-Fint Post #1584 and the American Legion Post #97. Visitation will be held on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where a Vigil Prayer Service will be held at 7 p.m. Visitation will also be held Tuesday from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
Richard G. (Dick) Thorp Nov. 18, 1937-Aug. 5, 2010 Saturday, August 7, 2010 1:43 AM |
Richard G. (Dick) Thorp, age 72 of Dundee, passed away at 1:11 P.M., Thursday, August 5, 2010 at Toledo Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 12:00 PM |
Richard G. Thorp, 72, of Dundee died Thursday at Toledo Hospital. |
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Richard Siddall, age 83, of Adrian died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at his home. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home-Adrian. |
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Thursday, August 5, 2010 11:38 AM |
Robert J. Smith, 77, of Monroe died Wednesday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
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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.   |
Rowland K. Perry Charlotte Age 71 passed away on Friday, August 6, 2010. Rowland was born Feb. 3, 1939 in Charlotte, the son of Lawrence and Genevieve (Hooper) Perry and was a lifelong Charlotte area resident. He was a Graduate of Charlotte High School and had served in the U. S. Army from 1962-64. He had been employed at the former A. E./Hoover Co. and later at the Bradford-White Co. from where he retired in 2001. He was a member of the Eaton County Buck Club and the Charlotte American Legion Post #42. Surviving are: his wife of 50 years, Marilyn (Davidson) Perry; 2 daughters, Vickie (Doug) Blattner of Charlotte and Amee (Darrin) King of Grand Ledge; 4 grandchildren, Tyler & Jessica Cwiek and Kyle and Evan King; Special grandsons, Chad & Cody Reichard; his brother, Neil (Lana) Perry of Charlotte and special cousins, Dean and Esther Shrontz. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, Aug. 9, 2010 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte with Rev. Philip Hobson officiating. Interment will be in the West Carmel Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday at the Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may go to the Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte. |
71, of Charlotte, retired A.E./Hoover and Bradford-White Corp. employee, died Friday. Visitation 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. |
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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. |
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 9:44 AM |
Ruth Frechen, 97, died peacefully on July 30, 2010, at Freedom Village in Holland, Mich., with her daughter at her side. |
70, of Lansing, died Friday. Visitation 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:16 AM |
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Saleane Bagdasarian, 65, of Lamont, formerly of Holland, died Tuesday, July 27, 2010. There will be no services. Arrangements by VanderLaan Funeral Home, Hudsonville. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 6:29 AM |
Sept. 1, 1970 – Aug. 3, 2010 Samuel S. Latoski, age 39, of Alma, passed away Tuesday, August 3, at his home. |
Samuel Visnic March 9, 1921-Aug. 4, 2010 Saturday, August 7, 2010 1:43 AM |
Samuel Visnic, 89, of Stillwater, OK, formerly of Stewart, FL, Monroe, MI, and Martins Ferry, OH died Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010 at Mercy Heart Hospital, Oklahoma City, OK. |
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Friday, August 6, 2010 6:29 AM |
Sheley Sue Purdy, age 42, of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at her home. |
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Sherry A. Patterson, 46, of Round Lake Road, Burr Oak, died Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2010, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born Oct. 31, 1963, in South Bend, Ind., a daughter of William C. and Ann Patterson. Sherry was a Burr Oak resident the past four years, coming from Sturgis and Three Rivers. She enjoyed being a homemaker, painting and collecting Indian artifacts. She is survived by her fiance, Larry Reed of Burr Oak; her father, William C. Patterson of White Pigeon; two sons, Geoffrey M. Hunt of Three Rivers and Robert L. Patterson of Constantine; two grandchildren; a brother, William D. Patterson of Alabama; four sisters, Terri Patterson, Debbie Johnson and Deanna Carlos, all of Sturgis, and Lori Patterson of White Pigeon; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother. Friends may call  from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Eickhoff-Farrand-Halverson Chapel ,where services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday. Interment will take place in Riverside Cemetery, Three Rivers. |
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 9:23 AM |
Shirley Kay Harris, age 65, of Boyne City, died Aug. 3, 2010, at her home. |
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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. |
Sylvia Claramarie Collins Oct. 2, 1921-Aug. 5, 2010 Friday, August 6, 2010 12:01 PM |
Sylvia Claramarie Collins, 88 years, of Petersburg, died Thursday morning at Lake Park Comfort Center. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 7:58 AM |
FLEMING, THELMA E.; of Waterford; August 4, 2010; age 89. |
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Theodore A. Wilke, 80, passed away Aug. 3, 2010. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.  |
Thursday, August 5, 2010 6:59 AM |
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010 9:41 AM |
Thomas McDaniels Sorrick, 84, has gone to be with the Lord this 30th day of July, 2010. |
Timothy Adam Smith June 15, 1985-Aug. 4, 2010 Friday, August 6, 2010 12:01 PM |
Timothy Adam Smith was born in Monroe, Michigan on June 15, 1985. He was one of three boys born form the union of Gerald Smith and Patricia (Pierce) Smith. He attended Lincoln School and graduated from Orchard Center High School in 2003. |
Thursday, August 5, 2010 12:05 PM |
Timothy Smith, 25, of Monroe died this morning at his home. |
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Tracy E. Alchin, 54, passed away Aug. 4, 2010, at Ingham Regional Medical Center. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Velma L. Sype Dec. 8, 1915-Aug. 4, 2010 Thursday, August 5, 2010 11:41 AM |
Velma L. Sype, age 94, died at the Lutheran Home of Monroe on Wednesday morning, August 4, 2010. |
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Vera D. Vanden Bosch, age 84, of Holland, died Monday, August 2, 2010, at Oakcrest Manor. Vera was preceded in death by her husband, Corwin T. Vanden Bosch in 2000 and a daughter, Doris Vanden Bosch in 1965. She was a former member of Pine Creek Christian Reformed Church and currently a member of South Olive Christian Reformed Church.  She was a graduate of Reformed Bible Institute and taught at Zuni Christian School and South Olive Christian School.  She volunteered for the Forgotten Man Ministries and the Holland Rescue Mission. She is survived by her children, Deborah and Richard Gonder of Holland, Daniel and Bertha Vanden Bosch of Hamilton, and David Vanden Bosch of Grand Rapids; 3 grandchildren, Richard and Dana Gonder, Shelley Gonder, Alex Vanden Bosch; in-laws, Mrs. Donald (Wilma) Meeusen of Zeeland, Donald Vanden Bosch. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 5, 2010, at Langeland -Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland, with Rev. Tony Louwerse officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m.  Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to Holland Rescue Mission or Forgotten Man Ministries. An online registry is available at www.langelandsterenberg.com.   |
84, of Lansing, died Thursday. Visitation 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. today at Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home. |
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Victor Vargo, 45, passed away Aug. 3, 2010, at Providence Park Hospital, Novi. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Viola Kristine Onken, age 97, of Fennville, died Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at Resthaven Care Center in Holland. Born November 20, 1912, in Allegan County, she was the daughter of Laurits and Anna (Jorgensen) Pedersen. A retired secretary, she worked for many years at Michigan Fruit Canners in Fennville. A long time area resident, Viola was a member of the Fennville United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard O. Onken Sr.; and one son, LaVerne Onken. Surviving are her children, Richard and Anna May Onken of Fennville, Carole M. Vork of Holland, and Phyllis and Larry Babinski of Fennville; 15 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; her brother, Herman and Eva Pederson of Parma; sister, Esther Grigsby of Kalamazoo; and her daughter-in-law, Rose Onken of South Haven. Visitation will be today from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., and funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 7, 2010, at  Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville. Officiating will be Ms. Marcia Tucker, and burial will be in the Fennville Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Fennville United Methodist Church or Resthaven Care Center. An online registry book is available at www.chappell funeralhome.com.   |
Thursday, August 5, 2010 3:17 PM |
Viola Pair Sjolund, 98, of Charlevoix, died Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 5:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Virginia E. (Gunther) Jesiek of Naples, Florida and Holland, formerly of Punta Gorta, died at North Naples Community Hospital on Monday, August 2, 2010, at the age of 90. 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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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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Friday, August 6, 2010 2:12 AM |
TIJUANA, Mexico -- Our son and brother, William F. "Bill" Shiroda, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 29, 2010, while he was in Tijuana. |
William G. Forrester, 85, of Ludington, passed away June 27 in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born on August 21, 1924 in Owosso and was married for 56 years to Louise Keith, who preceded him in death i... |
Sunday, August 1, 2010 7:01 AM |
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57, of Charlotte, retired state Department of Transportation inspector, died Wednesday. Services 3 p.m. Sunday at Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. |
Saturday, August 7, 2010 5:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
William W. Welsch, 83, of Fennville, died Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Chappell Funeral Home Fennville. www.chappellfuneralhome.com. |
Wilma Elizabeth Kirby Sayles, 91 Wednesday, August 4, 2010 9:14 AM |
Wilma Sayles, formerly of Boyne City, died Aug. 1, 2010, peacefully in Petoskey at the home of her granddaughter, Carol Ann Sutton, who along with her family has had the distinct honor and privilege of caring for Wilma over the last six years. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 9:40 AM |
Wilma Sayles, 91, of Petoskey and formerly of Boyne City, died peacefully at home on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2010. |
Monday, August 2, 2010 7:24 AM |
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• Susan Zimmer of Flint, formerly of Manistee, died Monday, Aug. 2. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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"R.J." Robert J. Smith April 1, 1933–Aug. 4, 2010 Friday, August 6, 2010 12:00 PM |
?R.J.? Robert J. Smith was born in Claiborne County, Tennessee on April 1, 1933. He was the only son born from the union of the late Tillman Esco Smith and the late Sally Leona (Meyers) Smith. |
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