56, of Lansing, died Monday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Williamston Chapel. |
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Adrian J. Van Liere, 94, of Holland, died Monday, August 16, 2010, at Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements will be announced by Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home.     www.langelandsterenberg.com |
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Alice Mae Crowell Stormes Matheny, 79, passed away Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services for Alice will be 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 23, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Linda Farley officiating. Friends may visit the family on Sunday, Aug. 22, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hickman Cancer Center. You may also send condolences and view the obituary at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. |
92, of Grand Ledge, retired Michigan National Bank assistant vice president, died Saturday. Graveside services 2 p.m. today at Rose Cemetery, Bath Township. Arrangements by Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
CLARK, BEVERLY A.; age 63; of Auburn Hills, lost her battle with cancer on August 16, 2010; loving wife of Marvin for 45 years; dear mother of Tammy (Carl) Racher of Oakdale, Ontario, Amy (Barry) Nottley of Courtwright, Ontario and Carri (John) Sutton of Rochester; Nana of Dylan, Noah, Haleigh, Nina, Jourdon and Conner; daughter of Nova Payne and the late Walter Payne of Pontiac; sister of Walter, Earl, the late Dorothy, Judy, Cheryl, Donald and Pamela. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
McCANN, BRADLEY T.; of Pontiac; died August 14, 2010; at 60 years of age. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 12:07 PM |
Barbara Ann (Lister) Bellmer, born Dec. 4, 1933, passed away at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing on Saturday, July 3, 2010. |
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Barbara J. Magnus, age 79, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Friday morning, August 6, 2010, at the Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers, Mich. She was born April 29, 1931, in Sturgis, Mich., a daughter of the late Floyd and Ethel (Shelly) Trimm. Barbara was a lifelong Sturgis resident and a graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1949. On Sept. 20, 1957, she married Herbert Magnus in Miami Beach, Fla. He died April 22, 1971. Barbara was a homemaker and had been employed at Readmore Bookstore and the Sturgis Journal. She was a member of the Sturgis Church of Christ where she was active with the Joy Club. She enjoyed gardening, crossword puzzles and reading. Barbara is survived by one son, Scott (his fiancée Joanne Falkenstein) Magnus of Nottawa; two grandchildren, Lucas Magnus and Kyrene Magnus both of Delaware; and one niece, Louann Richmond of Ligonier, Ind. Her parents; husband; one son, Jeffery Magus; and one sister, Marion Tidd preceded her in death. The family will receive friends from 10–10:45 a.m. Tuesday at the Sturgis Church of Christ, 901 N. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis where funeral services celebrating the life of Barbara Magnus will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday. The Rev. George Cleverley will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091 has been entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Magnus’s memory consider the Sturgis Church of Christ, 901 N. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Barbara Rickard, 91, of Morenci passed away Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian. She was born on Jan. 7, 1919, in Chesterfield Township, Ohio, the daughter of Roy and Bertha (Muller) Jackson. On Jan. 17, 1939, in Auburn, Ind., she married Norman Rickard. He preceded her in death on May 5, 1992, after 53 years of marriage. Barbara has lived in Morenci for the past two years, moving from Waldron, where she had lived for 55 years. She attended the Waldron Wesleyan Church and was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution — Lucy Wolcott Barnum Chapter, Wright Endevors Extension Club and the Waldron Literary Club. Survivors include three daughters, Sherrell (Ed) Kimpel of Bryan, Ohio, Kay (Dennis) Whetro of Pioneer, Ohio, and Phyllis Rickard of Adrian; four grandchildren, Stephen and Scott Kimpel and Theresa and Brenda Whetro; and a sister, Roberta Keim of Largo, Fla. Besides her husband, Norman, Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Burnham Jackson. Funeral services will be on Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Waldron Wesleyan Church with the Rev. Duaine Snyder officiating. Burial will follow at the Waldron Cemetery. There will be a visitation on Sunday from 2 until 4 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Waldron Library or the Waldron Wesleyan Church. |
Thursday, August 12, 2010 9:28 AM |
It was 1937, Barbara Wilde Dean was a freshman at Shortridge High School in Indianapolis, and roller-skating in the school hallways was strictly prohibited. But that didn't stop her. Neither did any rule or convention that stood in the way of her joyous, adventurous spirit. Barbara roller-skated through her 86 years, finding enjoyment in her every pursuit and pleasure in her every acquaintance. She was a talented knitter, avid basketball and football fan, seasoned traveler, and fearless snow skier. Her presence in the Indianapolis community was enduring. She volunteered with the American Red Cross and Meals on Wheels, served as a board member of both the Junior League and Humane Society chapters, and held memberships with multiple other organizations. She continued her work for animal welfare with the Humane Society after moving to Harbor Springs, Mich., in the early 1980s. |
Barbara "Joan" Austin, 77, of Gladwin, passed away after a long illness, on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010. |
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Bernice L. Briggance, 88, of Holland, died Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010, at Hospice of Holland.   Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St. |
Betty Lee Lippert, 90, of Manistee died Sunday, Aug. 15. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Bobby D. Howell, age 77, of Somerset Center passed away on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010, at his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born on March 9, 1933, in Hackleburg, Ala., to Lester and Trannie (Godsey) Howell. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, JoAnn (Tillery); they were married on Jan. 30, 1960, in Youngstown, Ohio. Bobby lived his early life in Adrian, and then lived around the world during his service in the United States Air Force. After retirement in 1973 he lived in Brooklyn for 20 years, before moving to Largo, Fla., in 1995 and summering the past two years in Somerset Center. He graduated from Adrian High School in 1952, and then attended Wayne State University in Detroit for four years. Bobby was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars, where he was an Airplane Mechanic and also a Flight Engineer for 21 years. He then was employed at the Lenawee County Road Commission for eight years. Bobby was a member of the Adrian D.A.V., the American Legion in St. Petersburg, Fla., and he attended the Rollin Friends Church in Addison. He was a fast-pitch softball player in the Air Force where he was a pitcher. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, bowling, playing his banjo and harmonica. Along with his wife, JoAnn, he is survived by, one son, Michael (Theresa) Howell of Addison; one daughter, Bobbie Jo Russell and her husband, David Miller, of Parma; four grandchildren, Brian Howell and Nicole Howell, both of Addison; Alicia Russell and Justin Russell, both of Parma; two great-granddaughters, Lauren Howell and Melanie Davenport; one brother, Kelly (Pat) Howell of Knoxville, Tenn.; one sister, Joanne (Hugh) Bass of Nashville, Tenn.; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, J.C. Howell. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010, at the Rollin Friends Church in Addison with Pastor Ken Nichols officiating. In lieu of flowers the family asks that contributions be made to the Rollin Friends Church. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
24, of Grand Ledge, U.S. Army ranger, died Aug. 8 in Afghanistan. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at Grand Ledge High School. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
Brenda J. Hurley Jan. 27, 1946-Aug. 16, 2010 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:53 PM |
Brenda J. Hurley, age 64, of Dundee passed away at her home on Mon., Aug. 16, 2010. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 11:32 AM |
Carmella Hesson, 82, of Monroe died this morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
Carmella Hesson Jan. 7, 1928-Aug. 16, 2010 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:50 PM |
Carmella Hesson, 82, of Monroe died at 6:30 a.m. Monday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. She had been in poor health for five years. |
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Catherine Van Den Brink, age 91, of Zeeland went home to be with her Lord on Friday, August 13, 2010. Kay was a charter member of Faith Reformed Church and was preceded in death by her husband John. She is survived by her children: Calvin and Katherine Van Den Brink of Hamilton, Ruth and Charles Sterken of Zeeland, Roger Van Den Brink of Holland; 6 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-granddaughter; Brothers and sisters: Carlton and Lorraine Brouwer of Holland, Marilyn and Vernon Rouwhorst of Holland, Warren and Gerry Brouwer of Holland; Sisters in law: Bertha Schaap of Zeeland, Lorraine Van Harn of Holland, Carol Boeve of Zeeland;  and many nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at Faith Reformed Church 220 West Central Avenue in Zeeland.  Reverend David Smits will be officiating.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be 5-8PM on Monday at Lakeshore Memorial Services 11939 James Street in Holland. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.   |
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 6:52 AM |
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With family by his side, our beloved husband, father and grandfather Charles Clifford Wheeler, 89, of Ludington, passed away in peaceful tranquility on Sunday August 15 at Tendercare of Ludington. Cha... |
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Charles John McAllister, age 83, of Tipton, formerly of Livonia, died Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at home under the care of Hospice of Lenawee and with his family at his side. He was born May 4, 1927, in Detroit, the son of John and Mary (Brown) McAlllister. He was united in marriage with Martha Payne on Oct. 15, 1949, and she survives. Charles was a truck driver for Awrey Baking Company for 40 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of St. Joseph Shrine in Brooklyn. Charles enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing and bowling, and he loved raising beagle dogs. In addition to his wife, Martha, Charles is survived by one son, Robert John McAllister of Ypsilanti; two daughters, Jeanne (Bill) Van Camp of Tipton and Cathy (Pat) Murphy of Brooklyn; two brothers, Jack (Doris) McAllister of Traverse City and Matthew (Maribell) McAllister of Port Huron; one sister, Mary Grain of Troy; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Charles was a loving husband, father, brother and grandfather, and will be greatly missed. Visitation will be on Monday, Aug. 16, at the Clinton Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes from 4 to 8 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, Aug. 17, at St. Joseph Shrine at 11 a.m. with Fr. David Hudgins as Celebrant. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Joseph Shrine Cemetery. He will lie in state at the Shrine from 10 a.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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Charles McAllister, age 83, of Tipton died this morning, Aug. 13, 2010. Funeral arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Home. |
Charles "Chaz" P. Stafford May 16, 1964-Aug. 12, 2010 Saturday, August 14, 2010 11:48 PM |
Charles "Chaz" P. Stafford, 46 years, of Ottawa Lake, died Thursday, Aug. 12 in Flower Hospital. |
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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. |
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87, of Lansing, died Saturday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
Christie Mae Madsen, 92, of Manistee, died Aug. 14. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Christina L. Finney, 102, of Williamston, S.C., and formerly of Hillsdale and Sturgis, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2010, at Rainey Hospice Home in Anderson, S.C. She was born Jan. 1, 1908, in Hillsdale to Frank and Edna (Blue) Sowers. She was married to Shereaff Finney and he preceded her in death in 1975. Christina was a former member of El Bethel Pentecostal Church of God in Hillsdale and a longtime resident of this area before moving to South Carolina. She is survived by a niece, Rozanne (Gerald) Ferguson of Williamston, S.C.; and four nephews, Rodney, Ronnie, Kim and Keith Sowers. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and a brother. Graveside funeral services for Christina Finney will take place at 3 p.m. Monday at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis, with Pastor David Spriggs officiating. Family and friends may sign the guest book from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society or the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
A memorial service will be held on Aug. 22, 2010 at 11 a.m. for Clare and Grace McPherson at the Edenville 7th Day Adventist Church, Edenville. |
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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. |
71, of Bancroft, retired Owosso Savings Bank teller, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at House of Prayer, Haslett. Arrangements by Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Perry. |
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 7:31 AM |
Corinne Golden found her final resting place on Sunday, July 18, 2010. She was born Corinne King in Indian River, Mich. She married Edward Behan of Petoskey, and together they built the "Ed Behan's Tweed Shop" businesses. The two had three children together. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
FOOTE, DOROTHY; age 93; of Holly, formerly of Highland, MI; died Sunday, August 15, 2010; at the Genesys Regional Medical Center. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
HARDEN, DOROTHY M.; of Pontiac. Went home to be with her heavenly Father on August 15, 2010; at 74 years of age. |
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Dan Van Vels, 59, of Hamilton, died Monday, August 16, 2010, at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. Funeral arrangements will be announced by  Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home in Hamilton. www.langelandsterenberg.com |
Friday, August 13, 2010 7:03 AM |
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Monday, August 16, 2010 12:20 PM |
DeAnna M. Cramer, 70, of Alanson, died Aug. 14, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 12:07 PM |
Former Petoskey resident Deborah L. Barkis, 51, of Howell, Mich., passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010. |
Friday, August 13, 2010 7:03 AM |
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Delos (Dee) A. Tyler, 86, of Holland, died Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010 at Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
Sunday, August 15, 2010 6:57 AM |
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Diane Carroll, 45, of Adrian went to live with God on Aug. 12, 2010, at North Broward Hospital in Deerfield Beach, Fla. She was an Adrian school bus driver for eight years. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bobby. She is survived by her mother, Reggie Brooks of Adrian; her father, Ken Carroll of Fennville; her brothers, Tommy Brooks of Adrian and Dennis Carroll of Holland; many aunts and uncles; and her very close friend of more than 20 years, Dean Salazar. She will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her. Friends who would like information about arrangements can call Tommy Brooks at 517-759-4905. |
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Monday, August 16, 2010 9:23 PM |
Dolores Virginia Mason Dolores Virginia Mason (nee Belloli). Age 99, died peacefully August 15, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. Born February 7, 1911. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Dearest mother of Patrick (Sue), Darlene, Rosanne (Greg) Marchenia, Linda (Lawrence) Lilly, and the late Michael and Joseph. Loving grandmother of James, Kathryn (Chris), Joseph, Nicholas, Lauren, Lawrence and Michael. Great-grandmother of Caroline and Ryan. Also survived by loving brother Lawrence; predeceased by seven siblings. Visitation at Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr), Thursday, August 19 from 2-9 p.m. with evening Scripture Service. In state Friday at 9 a.m., St. Thecla Catholic Church, 20470 S. Nunneley (near 16 Mile Road/Groesbeck), Clinton Township. Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials be made to the Capuchin Monastery. Share a memory at www.bcfh.com |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 8:58 AM |
Donald Glenn Kenyon, 68, of Walloon Lake, was called home Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, at his home surrounded by his family. |
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Dr. Ronald E. Knauff, age 83, of Saugatuck, died Saturday, August 14, 2010, at Holland Hospital. A visitation and fellowship time will be Tuesday at Gary’s home from 4 to 8 p.m. Burial will be in Liberty Park Cemetery in Girard, Ohio. Arrangements are by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, www.lifestorynet.com. Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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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 |
Monday, August 16, 2010 12:20 PM |
Donna Lee Adkison, 70, of Boyne City, died Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital surrounded by her family. |
Sunday, August 8, 2010 7:02 AM |
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67, of Owosso, Meijer store greeter (Corunna), died Saturday. Services 1 p.m. Thursday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. |
88, of Lansing, retired Lansing School District secretary, died Sunday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 11:00 AM |
Dorothea H. Vratanina, 80, of Walloon Lake, died Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at her home. |
Dorothy Dostal, 79, of Scottville, died Sunday, Aug. 15 in Roanoke, Texas. Stephens Funeral Home of Scottville is in charge of arrangements.... |
Dorothy M. "Dottie" Corbin Sweeney Tuesday, August 17, 2010 6:16 AM |
Sept. 9, 1921 - Aug. 16, 2010 Dorothy "Dottie" Corbin Sweeney, 88, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, at Central Michigan Community Hospital. |
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 6:52 AM |
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010 10:59 AM |
E. Genevieve Uckele, 92, of Monroe, died Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010, in her home. |
E. Genevieve Uckele Aug. 1, 1918-Aug. 15, 2010 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:51 PM |
E. Genevieve Uckele, 92 years of Monroe, MI passed away Sunday, August 15, 2010 in her home. |
E. Genevieve Uckele Aug. 15, 2010 Monday, August 16, 2010 11:32 AM |
E. Genevieve Uckele, 92, of Monroe died at 12:50 p.m. Sunday in her home. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
KLEM, ERIC S.; age 54; of White Lake; passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2010. |
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Edith L. (Goshorn) Conklin, 95, of Bronson, died on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010 at Drew’s Place in Coldwater. A service will be held on Monday, Aug. 16, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Bronson with Pastor John Fields officiating. Interment will be at Snow Prairie Cemetery in Bethel Township. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. Edith was born July 16, 1915 in Bronson to Frank and Elizabeth (Rice) Somerlott. She married Dale Goshorn in July 1935 in Montpelier, Ohio. He passed away on April 26, 1977. She later married Andrew Conklin on April 16, 1983. He passed away in 1986. Edith lived in Bronson all of her life and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bronson. She owned and operated Doc’s Market in Bronson for 34 years, retiring in 1983. She had spent winters in Florida since 1977. She enjoyed playing cards and reading. For several years, she participated in the Mackinac Bridge Walk. Most of all, Edith loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her sons LeRoy (Sue) Goshorn of Fremont, Ind. and Jim (Christine) Goshorn of Las Vegas, Nev., daughters Donna (Norbert) Drust, Rosan (Larry) LaMontagne and Gayle (Paul) Creal, all of Bronson, and Nancy Fillmore of Coldwater, 17 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Along with her husbands, Edith was preceded in death by her sisters, Hazel Beckman and Alice Shoup, grandson Randy Goshorn in 1974, granddaughters Katie Long and Sandra Goshorn and son-in-law Willis Fillmore. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Bronson or the Branch County 4-H Fair. Arrangements have been entrusted to Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 9:23 PM |
Edith Nigra Edith Nigra, age 85, passed away on August 14, 2010 in Greenville, South Carolina. Edith was born June 13, 1925 in Illinois. Predeceased by her parents; Joseph and Cathryn Nigra, and her siblings; Jesse Nigra, Lester Nigra, Jennie Williams and Theresa Gambaro. Survived by numerous beloved nieces and nephews and special friends, the Vorlick Family. Visitation Wednesday 4-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. Instate Thursday 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Edmund Church 14025 12 Mile Road (east of Schoenherr) Warren. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy maybe shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com |
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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. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 7:14 AM |
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Monday, August 9, 2010 10:09 AM |
Else Wells, 80, of Ellsworth, died Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. |
Friday, August 6, 2010 9:40 AM |
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.   |
Monday, August 16, 2010 12:23 PM |
Ethel M. Peterson, 59, of Harbor Springs, passed away Aug. 14, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
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Evelyn Mae Plakke, age 89, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 15, 2010. Funeral services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street, with the Rev. Robert Terpstra officiating. Burial will be in the Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation is 6:30-8:00 p.m. Tuesday at the 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. |
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Red Cross Blood Drive: Noon-5:45 p.m. at Litchfield United Methodist Church, 160 N. Marshall St. Must be at least 17 years old and weigh 110 pounds. For information call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
KAFFENBERGER, FRANCIS MARIE; of Pontiac; August 15, 2010; at 71 years of age. |
Florence Jeanette Milligan, 69 Monday, August 16, 2010 12:06 PM |
Florence Jeanette Milligan, 69, of Charlevoix, died Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, at her home. |
Forrest "Duffy" Marrison Lansing Forrest "Duffy" Marrison of Lansing left us on August 6, 2010. He was preceded in death by his father, Floyd, and sister, Glenna. He is survived by his wife, Judy; mother, Martha Marrison; siblings, Dolly and Dale Kemerling, Mike and Eileen Marrison, Phil and Norma Marrison, Dan and Ann Marrison; sons, Ken and Julie Marrison and Scott and Natalie Marrrison; and 4 grandchildren. Born March 8, 1943, in Lansing, he worked at Centrifuse (Motor Wheel) and retired from HeartTruss. There will be a Memorial at Immanuel Community Reformed Church, 3200 Delta River Dr. at 12:00 p.m. August 24, 2010. |
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Frances J. Edwards, age 69, passed away on July 31, 2010. She was the beloved sister of Sally Carpenter. Fran was born to Ronald and Alma (Buhl) Matzenbach on Sept. 20, 1940, in Columbiaville, Mich. She married the love of her life, Charles Edwards, on Aug. 30, 1957. He survives. Also surviving are three sons, Charles (Teresa) Edwards II of Imlay City, Mark (Josie) Edwards of Silverwood and Kenneth Edwards of Caseville; six grandchildren, Charles III, Justin, Lindsey, Autumn, Jenna and Macy. She also leaves one brother, Kenneth (Charlene) Matzenbach of Columbiaville; and two sisters, Linda (Merle) Wetherwax of Genesse and Sally (Al Castillo) Carpenter of Sand Creek. Her local nephews and niece are Brad (Stacy) Carpenter of Adrian, Chris (Vicky) Carpenter of Cement City and Annette (Jeff) Niedermier of Tecumseh. She also leaves a large extended family and a very special cousin, Sherry Sutherby Murff of Prudenville. Her parents preceded her in death. Fran retired from Lakeville Schools as an elementary secretary. She will be missed far more than words can say. Fran was a friend to all who knew her. A loving and caring wife, mother, sister and grandmother. She was a life donor and upon her request was cremated. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Aug. 28 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Columbiaville. Contributions may be made to Wings of Mercy, 496 Harvest Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734 in memory of Frances Edwards. “I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you on the way, and to bring you to the place I have prepared.” Exodus 23:20 |
Sunday, August 15, 2010 6:57 AM |
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Francess (Liz) Elizabeth Davison, age 73, of Holland, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2010, peacefully at home after courageously battling cancer for the last several years. Liz is now whole once more, eternally resting with her Savior, Jesus Christ. Liz was born and raised in Belfast, Northern Ireland. After a short stay in Canada, she and her family lived in West Michigan for the last 40 years. Employed for many years as a bookkeeper, Liz enjoyed her retirement by knitting, doing crosswords and spending time with her family. Liz will be fondly remembered for her unique sense of humor, her big heart, and her strong will.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Sydney and Rosalie Black; and her nephew, Brian Earl Black. Liz is survived by her husband of 50 years, Robert; and children, Timothy and Tammy Davison, Janine and Martin Boysen, Darlene and Jim Belanger; grandchildren, Nathan, Sean, Connor, Cullen, Reid; brothers, Sydney and Ethel Black of Westlake Village, CA, Brian and Sylvia Black of Toronto, Canada; sister, Helen and Eddie Keers of Belfast, N. Ireland; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 16, 2010 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland.  Pastor Scott Manning will be officiating.  Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3-5 p.m.  Sunday, August 15, 2010 at Lakeshore Memorial Services. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.   |
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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. |
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 10:38 AM |
Fred H. VanLente of Petoskey died peacefully at home on Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010, at the age of 77. |
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A burial for Frederick A. Roueche, formerly of Mackinaw City, will be held on Tuesday, July 13 at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery. |
Frederick Ambrose "Rick" Mechan Thursday, August 12, 2010 7:03 AM |
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Monday, August 16, 2010 9:23 PM |
Frederick C. Tessmer Frederick C. Tessmer, age 84, of Indian River and formerly of Mount Clemens, passed away Saturday, August 14, 2010. He was born on September 9, 1925, a son of the late Emil and Margaret (Ford) Tessmer. Mrs. Tessmer passed away in May 2007. Fred was employed for 37 years as a finish plaster for the Painters & Allied Trades Union, Local No. 213. retiring in 1985. He served in the Merchant Marines and the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Tessmer is survived by three daughters, Lynnette Tessmer of Mount Clemens, Therese (Kevin) Eichhorh of Kentucky and Gennelle Tessmer of Mount Clemens; four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and his sister, Elizabeth Vienot of Yale. Fred was predeceased by three siblings, Thomas, Emil Jr and Marie Kuchenmeister. The visiting hours will be on Wednesday from 3-9 p.m. in the Will and Schwarzkoff Funereal Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot Avenue, Mount Clemens. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2010, at 11 a.m. in funeral home with Reverend Roy N. Nurse officiating. Burial will follow at Meade Cemetery in Meade. Share memories at willandschwarzkoff.com. |
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Frederick F. Stears, 85, of Featherstone Road, Constantine, died Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010, at his home. He was born Jan. 11, 1925, in Goshen, Ind., a son to Frederick S. and Hazel (Auble) Stears. He lived all his life in the Constantine area. He was a graduate of Constantine High School in 1942 and was known as “Moose,” for his high school football years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving a short term before being called home to manage the family farm after his father became ill. He operated the farm the rest of his life and was also a seed corn dealer. Fred enjoyed tinkering in his workshop, he liked traveling in the Western United States and spent many winters in Nevada. He was a member of the Arthus E. Stears American Legion Post #223 in Constantine. On Nov. 20, 1954, he marrired his childhood sweetheart, Betty L. Tish, in Constantine. He was devoted to his family as they were to him in his final journey through life. He is survived by his wife, Betty L. Stears; children, Fred (Gloria) Stears, John (Sheila) Stears, Rita (Jim) Bickle, Sheila (Frank) Seybert, all of Constantine; grandchildren, Fred Stears, Katie (Troy) German, Amanda and Brittany Stears, Jacob (Tina) Lintz, Julie (Jacob) Schroeder, Dr. Kathy Bickle, Ken (Jenny) Bickle; great-grandchildren, Freddie and Cooper Stears, Khloe German, Chandler, Cohen, Addison and Reed Schroeder; many cousins, including Betty Wirtz of South Bend, Ind. He was preceded in death by his parents. Relatives and friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon where services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday with the Pastor Dennis Smith, of Messiah Luteheran Church in Constantine, officiating. Memorials may be directed to the Scholarship Fund of the Arthur E. Stears American Legion Post in Constantine. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
Monday, August 16, 2010 9:23 PM |
Fredrick Lee Wilhelm Fredrick Lee Wilhelm, age 52, passed away August 16, 2010. Beloved husband of Linda Lewis-Wilhelm. Stepfather of Tanya Lewis. Dear grandpa of Joseph Alan McMurray II. Predeceased by his parents Ralph and Gladys. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
SCAFE, GALE E.; of Clarkston; August 15, 2010; age 84. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
DEACON, GEORGE E.; of West Bloomfield; August 13, 2010; age 71; |
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 2:31 AM |
DULUTH, Minn. -- Gail M. Nelson, 70, of 232 N. Burt St., Ironwood, Mich., died Monday, Aug. 9, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. |
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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 Provo, age 69, of Cheboygan, died early Tuesday morning, June 29, 2010. He was born in Cheboygan on February 2, 1941, the son of Francis H. and Myrtle Irene (Trudeau) Provo. Gary was employed for over 35 years at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, retiring in 2005. Following his retirement, he went to work part-time for Louie’s Market. Gary liked to help other people; he was very active in his church, the 7th Day Adventist Church, and since his retirement loved to travel. Gary recently married the former Marge Matts, on May 2, 2010 in Cheboygan. He is survived by his wife, Marge; his son, Gary A. (Kara) Provo of Cheboygan; his granddaughter, Leah Jean Provo; his step-children, Nick (Michelle), Mike, Matt (Sky), Jason (Stacey), Desiree, Ashley, Amy and Amanda; 11 step-grandchildren; a brother, Dean Provo of Cheboygan; and sister, Theresa (Don) Parrott of Indian River. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara Ann; sister, Bonnie Monville; and grandmother, Belle Provo. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be held on Friday July 2, 2010 at the 7th Day Adventist Church on Lafayette Street at 1 p.m., with Pastor Paul Calvelage officiating. Visitation with the family will take place from noon until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Provo family. Nordman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com |
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 6:43 AM |
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Friday, August 13, 2010 2:25 AM |
IRONWOOD -- George F. LaVerdure Jr., 59, of Ironwood, and formerly of Hurley, Wis., died Thursday, July 29, 2010, in Ironwood. |
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George “Bob” Hoadley, 81, of Holland, died Sunday, August 15, 2010. Services are pending. Arrangements are by Reyers North Valley Chapel  (616) 363-7755.   |
Sunday, August 15, 2010 9:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Graveside services have been set for George W. Downard, who died on June 30, 2010. The burial of his cremated remains will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh, under the auspices of the Tecumseh American Legion Post #34 and Tecumseh VFW Post #4187. There will be a gathering for food and fellowship following the burial at the Tecumseh American Legion. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 9:23 PM |
George W. deCaussin George W. deCaussin, age 87, died August 15, 2010. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis. Loving father of Terry (Barbara), Robert (Josie), David and Michael (Susan). Proud grandfather of Todd, Jacqueline (Steve) Bigush, Adam (Lori), Scott (Jill), Danielle (Paul) Momany and Diana (Nick) Pierscinski. Great-grandfather of Jacob, Alina, Carlie & Brianna. Dearest brother of Rosemary Lendzion. George retired as a senior chief from the Detroit Fire Department with 40 years of service. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc. 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Wednesday Instate 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Church 31470 Cyril at Masonic until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Donations are welcome to the Paralyzed Veterans of America. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Gerald Thomas Waldecker June 24, 1947-Aug. 13, 2010 Monday, August 16, 2010 11:32 AM |
Gerald Thomas Waldecker, age 63, of Maybee, died unexpectedly August 13, 2010 in his home. |
Geraldine K. Gotha Aug. 11, 2010 Saturday, August 14, 2010 11:48 PM |
Geraldine K. Gotha, 84, of Grosse Ile, formerly of Monroe, died at 2:36 a.m. Wednesday at Applewood Nursing Center, Woodhaven. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Geraldine K. Gotha July 28, 1926–Aug. 11, 2010 Monday, August 16, 2010 11:33 AM |
Geraldine K. Gotha, 84, died at 2:36 a.m. Wednesday August 11, 2010 at Applewood Nursing Center, Woodhaven. |
Glenda A. Willett Morrice (November 20, 1927 - August 15, 2010) Glenda A. Willett, age 82 of Morrice, passed away Sunday August 15, 2010 at Clare Bridge Adult Extended Care facility in Haslett. Funeral arrangements will be held at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home in Perry on Wednesday August 18, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Perry. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Glenda worked for the Lansing State Journal for 13 years and was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Leo, 2 daughters, 5 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. Memorials are suggested to the, . Online condolences may be sent to |
82, of Morrice, died Sunday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Perry. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 9:23 PM |
Harley R. Herr Harley R. Herr, age 79, went home to be with his Lord August 15, 2010. Beloved husband of Eileen sharing 55 years. Loving and devoted father of Krista (Rev. George) Hansell and Karen (Michael) Caylor. Dear grandpa of Christopher Hansell, Jennifer (Eric) Thompson, Bradley Caylor (Jennifer Moceri), Rebecca Caylor (Rami Baki), and Jenelle Caylor. Loving G-pa of Vincent, Victor, Jacob, and Kyla. Mr. Herr operated his family farm for many years. He later worked for Shedds Bartush Foods in Detroit and was a deliveryman for Beverly's Office Supply in Utica. He loved the outdoors and leaves behind many wonderful memories at the Herr Pump House on Lake Avalon in Hillman. Visitation (today) Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Avenue in Shelby Township. Instate Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m., Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 1892 Auburn Road, Rochester Hills. Memorials can be made to the church. Visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com. |
Friday, August 13, 2010 7:03 AM |
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010 1:38 AM - Staff reports |
Helen passed away July 22 after a battle with emphysema and several bouts of pneumonia.  She was born in Cheboygan to Anna and Gregory Romanik on Jan 5, 1942, the youngest of 8 children.  She attended nursing school and became a surgical nurse in Bay City.  Helen was a first lieutenant in the Air Force Reserve serving her country as a flight nurse.  She met and married her husband, Roger, in Bay City before they moved to California.  They settled in Antioch, and lived there for 43 years.  Read more HERE in Wednesday's edition of the Daily Tribune |
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Henry “Hank” L. Keller, age 75, of Three Rivers, passed away early Sunday morning, Aug. 8, 2010, at the Heartland Health Care Center.   Henry was born on Oct. 25, 1934 in Three Rivers, Mich., the son of Henry L. and Bessie B. (Kline) Keller Sr. Hank retired from the Fonda Company, formerly Continental Can Co. in 1996 after 38 years with the United Paperworkers’ Union.   He served as a volunteer firefighter for Three Rivers from 1961-1972.  He was a Golden Eagle of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2303, a life member of the Moose Lodge #474 and truly enjoyed crossword puzzles and NASCAR. Hank was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Alice Wessell, Katherine Winchel, and Mary Bowen; one great-granddaughter, Jordan Hart. He leaves to cherish his loving memory, five children, Carol “Sue” Keller, Judy (Dave) Crouse, Sarah Smith, Jane (Wayne) Wagner, and Arthur (Pep) Keller; three sisters, Helen (Chuck) Bogema, Donna (Delton) Taylor, Dolly (Rich) Retschleg, one brother, Edward Keller; one brother-in-law, Max Winchel; 11 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, at the Hohner Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at the Hohner Funeral Home, with Pastor Bob Anderson of Three Rivers Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment will be held in White Pigeon Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to the Heartland Hospice Hug Fund or Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood.  Envelopes available at the funeral home.   |
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Inez Lorene Von Ins Dumville died on August 14, 2010 at Hallmark House, Pekin, Illinois. Funeral services will be at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, August 21, 2010 at Normandale  Reformed Church, 2000 S. 2nd Street, Pekin, IL. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Friday, August 20 at Henderson Funeral Home in Pekin and one hour before the services on Saturday at the church. Burial will be at a later date at the Rest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Holland  with  Dykstra Funeral Home in charge. To light a candle of hope in remembrance of Inez or to sign the online guestbook go to www.hender sonfuneralcare.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. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 2:01 AM |
IRONWOOD -- Inez E. Sisko, 89, of 515 E. Vaughn St., Ironwood, died Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, in Ironwood. |
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Invole F. Zuconi, age 96, of Adrian died Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at Provincial House in Adrian, with his daughter at his side. He was born Feb. 9, 1914, in Arma, Kan., the son of Joe and Ellen (Frere) Zuconi. He was married to Eleanor Krause on Feb. 21, 1948, and she preceded him in death on Oct. 29, 2005. He was a furniture finisher for Crowley-Milner Depart­ment Store until retiring in 1977. He enjoyed woodworking, listening to classical music and was an avid history buff.   Invole is survived by his daughter, Linda Calkins of Adrian, and nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one brother. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16, at Brookside Cemetery in Tecumseh, with Rev. Fr. Daniel Wheeler of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 11:00 AM |
Ivan Misrach, beloved husband of Patricia Misrach (nee Crotty), devoted and loving father of Julie (Mark) Snyder, Michael (Gina) Misrach, and Mary (Jim) Wahl, and loving grandfather of Harrison, Matt, and Sarah Snyder, Peter Michael Misrach, and Winn and Pierce Wahl passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at the age of 72. Ivan is also survived by his sister Barbara (nee Misrach) Klein. |
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Jim Mynhier, 52, of Fayette, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, in Medina Township. He was born on Jan. 8, 1958, in Adrian the son of Lewis and Marie (Jones) Mynhier. On Nov. 30, 1989, in the Bahamas he married Lisa Seeley and she survives. Jim has lived in the Fayette-Morenci area all of his life. He was the owner  and operator of Mynhier Builders, Inc. in Morenci. Jim was a member of the Morenci Eagles and a member of the Morenci American Legion Post #368. Besides his wife, Lisa, Jim is survived by a daughter, Chelsea; two brothers, Steve Mynhier of Wauseon, Ohio, and Frank Simmons of Morenci; and 18 nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, John Mynhier, Louie Mynhier and Dale Simmons; and a nephew, Jeff Simmons. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with the Rev. Dennis Owens officiating. There will be a visitation on Friday from 2 until 8 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 6:16 AM |
Janina Teresa Salek Okinczyc, age 87, born in Stanislaw, Poland to Ludwig and Albina Salek, passed away Wednesday Aug. 11, 2010. |
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Jean Leitner, 73, of Lakeland, Fla., passed away Monday, Aug. 2, 2010. She was born on Aug. 15, 1936, in Morenci, the daughter of Robert and Coila (Flora) Cook. On March 23, 1957, she married the love of her life, Harold Leitner. He preceded her in death on Dec. 22, 2009. Jean was a graduate of the Lyons High School class of 1954. She loved children, was fun loving, and is said to have been “my favorite aunt” by all of her nieces and nephews. Jean resided in Morenci from 1958 through 1991, and then moved to Lakeland, Fla., upon the retirement of her husband. While living out her “Golden Years,” Jean loved to cook, make crafts, attend her grandchildren’s sporting events, and consistently added to her never-ending collection of Elvis memorabilia. Survivors include two sons, Robert (Sue) Leitner of Lakeland, Fla., and Curt Leitner of Adrian; a daughter, Candis (Russ) Spreeman of Adrian; a sister, Gyneth Richardson of Grass Lake; a brother, Richard Cook of Lake Geneva, Wis.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Besides her husband, Harold, Jean was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, David Cook. Cremation has taken place and there will be a memorial service at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010, at 1 p.m. with Rev. James Yatzek officiating. There will be a visitation on Saturday from noon until time of service. |
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Jeanette L. North, age 82, of Covert, and formerly of Sturgis, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at her home.  Jeanette was born March 2, 1928, in LaGrange, Ind., a daughter of Percy and Helen (Lublow) Oswalt.   She lived in Sturgis for many years before moving to Covert in November 2009.  Jeanette enjoyed doing embroidery, collecting knick-knacks and gardening, especially her outdoor flowers. She is survived by her husband, Don, whom she married Jan. 24, 1964, in Wolcottville, Ind.; three daughters, Carolyn (James) Sexton of Michigan City, Ind., Sherry Garrison of Comstock Park and Billie (Tim) Cummings of Covert; a stepson, Edwin (Dolly) North of Wolcottville; a stepdaughter, Susan North of Montana; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Dorothy Byers of Three Rivers and Betty Barker of Montebello, Calif.  She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, William and Winton Oswalt; and a sister, Nancy Mansmith.  According to her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no services.    Arrangements were made by D. L. Miller Funeral Home, Bangor Chapel.   |
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  Jessie C. Scully, age 87, of Onaway, formerly of Almont, died at Tendercare Health Center in Rogers City on June 29, 2010. Funeral arrangments are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home. |
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Joann  Lacy Bowden, 64, passed away Aug. 14, 2010. She is survived by her children, Serena Davila and Monty Bowden, and her granddaughter, Dana Davila. She was preceded in death by her sister, Latrell Hester, and parents, Thomas and Geneva (Lolley) Lacy. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements were made with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 2:02 AM |
ZION, Ill. -- Joanne M. Buddle, 72, of Lake Villa, passed away peacefully Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010, at Rolling Hills Manor, Zion. |
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Joe Frank Green, 77 “Joe, Daddy, Papa, Grandpa, Your Father, Old Man, The Educator, Green” of Onaway, Mich., died on June 28, 2010 at the age of 77. Joe was born on July 11, 1932, in Paducah, Kentucky, and later moved to Michigan with his family. He proudly served in the United States Army, 100th Tank Battalion, 1st Armored Division of Fort Hood, Texas and was a proud member of the Teamster’s who retired from Signal Delivery after 30+ years. He was an avid hunter, Civil War & history aficionado, who loved to travel and visit local casinos. In addition, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Joe is survived by his six loving children, Joel C. Green, Joelynn “Jodie” C. Necker (Dave), Janice C. Foster, Judith C. Budzinski (Wayne), Joann C. Weingartz (Daniel) and Jeanette C. Hilliker (Gary); sixteen grandchildren, Ron (Christy), Joe & Serena Green, David & Erica (Doug) Necker, Russell, Daniel & Mitchell Foster, Alexis (John), Adam & Addie Budzinski, Isabella & Jackson Weingartz, Jessica, Holly & Jacob Hilliker; three great-grandchildren, Gavin & Jackson Green and Conner Foster; and two sisters, Geneva Longeway and Mary Lou Zentz. He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Joseph C. Green; his parents, Joseph Clyde & Ola Mae Green; and siblings, Vada Knowlton, Betty Green, Bobbie Green and Richard Green. A memorial gathering for family and friends will be held in his honor, Saturday, July 10 at 1 p.m. at the Allis Township Hall, 20018 West 638 Hwy., Onaway, Mich. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to either: Vital Care Hospice House, Memory of Joe Green, 722 South Street, Cheboygan, MI 49721 or the family: Judith Budzinski, 6606 Indian Trail, Cheboygan, MI 49721. |
Friday, August 13, 2010 2:27 AM |
FRIDLEY, Minn. -- John "Brotch" Bolich Jr., 70, passed away suddenly Saturday, July 31, 2010, at home in Fridley. |
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John F. Gorman, age 84, of Adrian died unexpectedly on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born Oct. 14, 1925, in Philadelphia, Pa., to John and Julia (Brown) Gorman. John served in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a radio operator during World War II. On April 19, 1958, in Philadelphia, he married Charlotte C. Ziegler, and she preceded him in death on Jan. 2, 2001. John retired from the Bendix Corp. He was a past member of the AMVETS. He could fix anything! He had a lifelong interest in electronics, science, technology and politics. John is survived by two sons, Jonathan (Tracy) Gorman of Elko, Nev., and Benjamin (Laura) Gorman of Ambler, Pa.; one daughter, Jennifer Bailey of Adrian; and 10 grandchildren, John, Elliot and Drew Bailey of Adrian; Robert, Elizabeth, and Katherine Gorman of Glen Elyn, Ill.; Sarah Gorman of Elko, Nev.; Daniel, Mason and Claire Gorman of Ambler, Pa. In addition to his wife, Charlotte, he was preceded in death by a son, Bartholomew Gorman; his parents and a sister in infancy. At John’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation or services. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. |
40, of Mason, formerly of Lansing, printing company estimator, died Friday. Graveside services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:53 PM |
John Sarkozi, 92, of Monroe died Monday at Clare Bridge of Monroe. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
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Jose Caustrita, Jr., age 69, of Holland, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2010, at  Hospice House of Holland. A funeral mass will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 480 North 152nd Avenue in Holland.  Father Charlie Hall will be officiating.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.   Visitation will be on Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service at Our Lady of the Lake.  Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.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. |
Joyce Elaine (Sutton) Ecker, 80 Friday, August 13, 2010 9:24 AM |
Joyce Elaine (Sutton) Ecker, 80 of Petoskey, died Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010 at her home. |
Thursday, August 12, 2010 1:58 AM |
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP -- The family of Judith Sullivan-Francois will celebrate her life at the family's home at 5077 Anderson Road, Ironwood Township, as was her request, on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, from noon to 6 p.m. |
Saturday, August 14, 2010 11:48 PM |
Julia Robinson, 82, of Monroe died at 2:04 a.m. Saturday at the St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center Regional Heart and Vascular Center, Toledo. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
Julia Robinson May 28, 1928–Aug. 14, 2010 Monday, August 16, 2010 11:33 AM |
Julia Kush was born in Twin Rocks, Pennsylvania on May 28, 1928. She was the daughter of the late Benjamin V. Kush and the late Julia (Epoch) Kush. She attended Big Ben Elementary School. |
Kasey Lynne Padella, age 20, passed away suddenly Aug. 14, 2010. |
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Katherine Eloise Brady, age 66, of Holland died Friday, August 13, 2010, at Hospice House of Holland. Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 9:23 PM |
Kathleen Doublin Kathleen Doublin, age 85, a resident of Warren, Mich., died August 16, 2010, at Fr. Murray Nursing Home in Center Line, Mich. She was born November 27, 1924, in Creal Springs, Illinois. She was an avid Detroit Tigers fan. She is survived by her children Charles Lerchen and Barbara (Fred) Buechel; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother, Herman Parks. Wife of the late Joseph (2002). Funeral services 11 a.m. Thursday, August 19, 2010, at Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke, Center Line, MI. Rev. William Lawrence will officiate. Visitation Wednesday, August 18, 2010, from 2-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions to American Diabetes Association. Burial at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy, Mich. fordfuneralhome.org. |
Kathryn Ann (King) Simmons East Lansing Kathryn Ann Simmons, age 59, of East Lansing, Michigan died peacefully on August 15, 2010 surrounded by her loving family and friends. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, a warm and loving person, Kathy was born on September 10, 1950 in Flushing, New York to Paul A. and Hildred A. (Haight) King. She graduated from Eastchester High School (NY) in 1968 an Albion College (MI) in 1972, where she met college sweetheart Brent Simmons, now a professor at Thomas M. Cooley Law School. They married on August 19, 1972, while Brent was serving in the, . Throughout their 38 years of marriage, the couple lived in Orlando, FL; Newport, RI; Silver Spring, MD; Ypsilanti, MI: Yonkers, NY; and Washington, D.C., where their son, Michael (1980), and their daughter, Rachel (1983), were born. The young family moved to East Lansing in 1984. After more than 11 years of service, Kathy retired from the East Lansing School District in May 2007, due to complications from early onset Alzheimer's. She had been working as a paraprofessional instructor with "ESL" (English as a Second Language) students at Red Cedar, Pinecrest, and Glencairn Elementary Schools. Kathy was also extremely active in the community. She served as the Parent Council President at Pinecrest Elementary School. She also served: as a member of the Beautification of Pinecrest Elementary School Grounds Committee; in the Art in The Classrooms Program; and as Parent Council President at East Lansing High School. In addition, Kathy was a founding board member of the Pinecrest Neighborhood Association; an Ellen's Race volunteer; a Sarah Tarpoff Writing Contest reviewer; and was active in several School Board campaigns. She played an active role in securing passage of the East Lansing Recreational Bond for the Hannah Community Center, the East Lansing Aquatic Center and improvements to the East Lansing Public Library. Kathy was an avid reader and loved to travel with her family. She traveled extensively through the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, as well as extended visits to Spain, France, and Italy. Kathy also spent many enjoyable hours with the family at their condo near Lake Michigan. Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Paul King, and her mother-in-law, Marjorie Simmons. She is survived by her loving husband, Brent Simmons of East Lansing; son, Michael (Julie) Simmons of Columbus, OH; daughter, Rachel (Damian) Rintelmann of Baltimore, MD; mother, Hildred (Haight) King of Climax, MI; sister, Carrie King (Steven Mish) of Hernando, FL: stepmother, Janet H. King of Somers, NY; cousin, David Stienecker of Flushing, NY; and three grandchildren: Carter, Kristina, and Ethan. She also leaves behind many, many dear and loving friends. A private family graveside service was held at Oakridge Cemetery in Marshall, Michigan. Memorial services will be held on August 18, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 333-2580. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Kathy's name to the, , 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 335-8700. Friends may sign the online guestbook at |
Keith D. Hanna, 76, of Ludington, died Aug. 15 in Allendale. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 9:46 AM |
Kelsey Elizabeth Manker, 21, died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Kelsey was born in Petoskey, Mich. on March 7, 1989, the daughter of Marty and Julie (Conley) Manker. She attended Petoskey High School and North Central Michigan College as a dual enrollee for two years. She graduated from Whitmore High School and continued her enrollment at NCMC. For the past year and a half, she was employed at Grain Train Natural Foods Market. |
Monday, August 16, 2010 12:19 PM |
Kevin E. Spehar, 47, of Elmira died Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
POLK, LILLIAN. There will be an Oneg Shabbat in memory of Lillian Polk at Temple Emanu-El in Oak Park this Friday, August 20, 2010 immediately following Garden Erev Shabbat Services at 7 p.m. All are welcome. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
RANDOLPH, LOIS M.; age 71; of Rochester Hills; passed away quietly on August 14, 2010; at her home after fighting a brave battle against Lewey Body disease. |
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Larry Dean Bryie Sr., age 35, of Nottawa, died Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, at his home.   He was born Nov. 20, 1974 in Fort Wayne, Ind., a son of the late Bruce and Paulette (Shank) Bryie.  He attended Northrup High School in Fort Wayne and later at Glen Oaks Community College. He was a former First Responder with the Centreville Fire Department.  Larry had been employed at Jackson International, and more recently with Big George’s Tree Service in Nottawa.  He married Barbara Coburn in 1996. They were later divorced. Larry is survived by six children, Tiffany Tyler (Jake), Dustin Schmidtendorff (Amanda), Chrystyn Bryie, Courtni Bryie, and Larry Bryie Jr., all of Constantine, and Morgan Squire of Sarasota, Fla.;  two grandchildren, Tallen Schmidtendorff and Kristofer Tyler; a sister, Gail Hill (Warren) of Aurora, Colo.; a brother, Edgar Rumrill (Kelly) of Fort Wayne; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. Friday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon, where funeral services will begin at 4 p.m. The Rev. Keith Phillips of the Seventh Day Adventist Church will officiate. Cremation will follow services, and a private interment will take place at a later date.  Memorials may be directed to the family.  An online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
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Laurine M. Kohler Laurine M. Kohler (nee Farley), age 96, died August 15, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Alfred. Loving mother of Norine (Phil) Martin, Al (Kerry), Marie (Harold) Miller and the late Edwin (Helen & Mike Yank). Loving grandmother of 8; great-grandmother of 16; great-great-grandmother of 11. Dearest sister of Dale (Helen) Farley. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Road. Instate Thursday 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. time of Service at Stoney Creek Community Church 11711 26 Mile Rd. (E. of M-53). Interment Roseland Park Cemetery. Memorials to Odyssey Hospice appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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MARSHFIELD, Wis. -- Leon E. Amore, 49, of Charles Street, Wakefield, Mich., died Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, in Marshfield due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on Aug. 3, 2010. |
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Jan. 28, 1937 - Aug. 14, 2010 Leona Mae Little, age 73, of Sterling, formerly of Ithaca, died Saturday, August 14, 2010, in Sterling, Michigan. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 9:31 AM |
Leonard A. Weitzel, 71, died Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010. |
81, of Elsie, retired farmer, died Sunday. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie Chapel. |
Lillian Parks, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010. A full obituary will run in the next edition. Arrangements made by Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin. |
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 2:35 AM |
STEVENS POINT, Wis. --   Lily R. King, 87, of Plover, formerly of Ironwood, Mich., died Monday, Aug. 9, 2010, at St. Michael's Hospital in Stevens Point. |
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78, of Ashley, SCS Construction, Seifert Truck Stop and Seifert Excavating owner, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. today at St. Paul Catholic Church, Ithaca. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca Chapel. |
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Lois A. Fisher, age 67, passed away Aug. 12, 2010. She was born May 5, 1943, in Adrian, Mich., the daughter of Claude Sr. and Wanda (Garwood) Fisher. She is survived by her mother, Wanda; two sons, Robert (Tanya) Fisher and Jerry Fisher; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; five brothers, Donald (Diane) Fisher, Claude Jr. (JoAnn) Fisher, John (Bonita) Fisher, Dale (Cindy) Fisher and Tim (Mary) Fisher; and two sisters, Ruth Taylor and Wendy (Brice) Luttrell.  She was preceded in death by her father, Claude Sr., her sister, Wanda Heroy, and two brothers who died in infancy, David and Dennis Fisher. Lois enjoyed taking care of kids. Memorial services will be held privately by her family. Arrangements are with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Lola L. Bissett age 80 of Colon, passed away, Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, after several months of failing health. Lola was born April 23, 1930, in Lakefield Township, a daughter of the late Enoch L. and Juanita M. (Danbury) Ware. Lola married Dale M. Knight, which ended in divorce in 1966. He preceded her in death in 1998.  On June 3, 1967, she married Harold W. Bissett in Colon. He preceded her in death on March 6, 2007. Lola had lived in Colon the past 44 years. She was a homemaker and had worked at the former Transagram Co. in Sturgis and had also sold Tri-Chem Paints from her home. She was a former member of the Colon Rebecca’s. She is survived by five children, Katha (Duane) Beardsley of Colon, Susan (Rex) Flowers of Colon, Gayle (Ivan) Moyer of Burr Oak, Darrel (Myra) Knight of Fremont, Ind., and Michael (Angela) Bissett of Colon; 17 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Arlene Inman and Vera Carter both of Colon; a special aunt, Donna Coffinger of Colon; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a grandson; and a great-grandson. The family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at Schipper Funeral Home in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Lola L. Bissett will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with Mr. David J. Farrell officiating. Burial will follow at South Colon Cemetery in Colon. If desired, the family suggests memorials be made to the family. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.     |
39, of Lansing, died Saturday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 6:16 AM |
March 5, 1922 - Aug. 16, 2010 Louis Joseph, 77, of St. Clair Shores, passed away Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, at Gratiot Medical Center in Alma. |
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Louise E. Nowicki, 92 of Paragould, Ark., passed away Thursday 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, 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; 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.   |
Friday, August 13, 2010 2:26 AM |
HURLEY, Wis. -- Lucy A. Gustafson, 93, a lifelong Hurley resident, died Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010, in Hurley. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 1:01 AM |
NELSON, MARY LOUISE; age 91; passed away peacefully in her home, Saturday, August 14, 2010. |
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Madelane E. Conklin, age 76, of Clinton, Mich., died today, Aug. 17, 2010, at home. Arrangements are pending at Handler Funeral Home, Clinton. |
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 7:40 AM |
Madelon Diane Johnson, 79, of Petoskey, and formerly of Charlevoix and LaGrange Park, Ill., passed away Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010, at Bortz Health Care in Petoskey. |
Margaret (Aubin) Gorman of Gladwin passed away Aug. 9, 2010 in her home where she lived since Aug. 23, 1969. She was originally from Detroit, where she married Donald Gorman. |
Margaret Ann (Rogers) Hausler, 87, of Jackson and formerly of Scottville, died Aug. 12. Desnoyer Funeral Home in Jackson is in charge of arrangements. ... |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 8:58 AM |
Margaret Hausler, 87, of Jackson, Mich., died Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010, at home. |
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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. |
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Marguerite J. Adamski, 86, of Sturgis, formerly of Bronson, died Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at Thurston Woods in Sturgis. A service will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson with Rev. Brian Lutz officiating. Interment will be held at Matteson Cemetery in Matteson Township. Visitation will be held on Monday, Aug. 16, 2010 from 4-7 p.m. at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. |
96, of St. Johns, retired state analyst, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. today at First Baptist Church of St. Johns. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 8:58 AM |
Marie (Robinson) Kitchin, 86, of Petoskey, died Aug. 15, 2010, at the Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
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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. |
Marion S. Janssens Oct. 12, 1947-July 3, 2010 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:52 PM |
Marion S. Janssens, 62, of Monroe, died July 3, 2010. Cremation has taken place. |
58, of Lansing, died Saturday. Services 1 p.m. Thursday at Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home. |
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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   |
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  Mase, a 1960 graduate of Onaway High School, worked for the Michigan State Department of Highway and for Cheboygan Memorial Hospital in the maintenance department. His passion and talent for fishing took him to Grand Marais in the summers and his winters were spent in Tower carving and painting decoys, which are admired by many. His kind heart and generosity will be missed by all. Mase is survived by his four children, Beth (Brian) Flynn, Edward (Barb) Mason, Lynda (Al) Hererra and Patrick (Sharla) Mason. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Sam, Nick, Shelby, Faith, Katie and Scarlett. He will be sadly missed by his dear companion, Tess Burfield, and his close friend and cousin, Lawrence Veihl. Mase also leaves behind aunts, uncles and many cousins. His parents, Gladys and Marvin Mason, precede him in death. Marvin Junior Mason “Mase”, age 68, of Tower, died at home on July 2, 2010. He was born on July 12, 1941 in Petoskey, the son of Marvin and Gladys (Martin) Mason. A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday July 18, 2010 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tower Community Hall. Donations can be made to Hospice of the Straits. Send an on-line condolence to the family of Marvin “Mase” Mason at www.chagnonfh.com |
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Mrs. Mary E. Gall, 85, of Gaylord died Monday, Aug. 9, 2010, at McReynolds Hall. |
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Mary Etta Whaley, 81, lifelong resident of Millersburg, passed away July 4, 2010 at Tendercare Health Center in Rogers City. Whaley was born August 18, 1928 in Onaway, Mich., the daughter of Herbert and Pearl (Whittaker) Stock. She was married to Homer Whaley on November 5, 1947 in Onaway. Mary Etta was a homemaker and farmer. She also worked outside of the home for Circuit Control and High-Q until 1990, when she retired. Her hobbies included fishing, gardening, sewing and horseback riding. She was an animal lover. She also enjoyed being a 4-H leader for many years. She is survived by her daughters, Lois (Donald) Crooks of Millersburg, Mary (Gary) Sias of Cheboygan, Betty (Larry) LaFave of Onaway and Missouri and Arlene Susan (Victor) Garms of Ocqueoc; a son, Elmer (Sandy) Whaley of Rogers City; 14 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren; her brothers, Herbert Stock Jr. of Millersburg and Sam Stock of New Mexico; and her sisters, Lois (Bruce) Price of Onaway and Minnie (Jim) Wilkinson of Onaway. Preceding Mary Etta in death are her husband, Homer (December 1998); sisters, Louise McGrath, Betty Stock and Ruth Ellenberger; brother, Bill Stock; parents, Herbert and Pearl Stock; and step-mother, Minie Stock. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, July 6, 2010 from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral at 2 p.m. at the Chagnon Funeral Home. Elder Jim Morgan will officiate. Her final resting place will be the Riverside Cemetery in Millersburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Mary Etta Whaley. Send an on-line condolence to the family of Mary Etta Whaley at www.chagnonfh.com |
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June 26, 1970 - Aug. 12, 2010 Mathew Gary Sunderlin, age 40 of Reed City, passed away Thursday August 12, 2010 in Muskegon. |
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Maureen Regina Selvage, age 75, of Colon, passed away Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at  Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.  Maureen was born Oct. 8, 1934, in Chicago, a daughter to the late John and Mary (Kelly) Stacey.  On Sept. 27, 1952, she married Joseph Selvage Sr. in Chicago.  He preceded her in death on July 18, 1998.  Maureen was a homemaker, she had made her home in Colon on Palmer Lake for the past 23 years and was a member of the Colon American Legion Women’s Auxiliary. She also attended the St. Barbara’s Catholic Church in Colon.  Maureen loved to paint and enjoyed arts and crafts.  She is survived by her companion DeForest Wright of Colon; five children, Barbara (John) Harter of Sturgis, Joseph (Sheila) Selvage of Chester, NY, Thomas (Brenda Pagels) Selvage of Sturgis, Debra (David) Mayo of Sturgis and Susan (George) Garl of Colon; 16 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, John (Pat) Stacey of Climax and Daniel J. (Vicky) Stacey of Sturgis; two sisters, Loretta (Stan) Barnell of Sturgis and Cathy Ferguson of Sturgis and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by one son, Daniel Selvage in 1987; granddaughter Emily Selvage in 2009; and 2 sisters, Mary Lou Cushing and Bernadette Vinton.  The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010, from 5-8 p.m. at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon, where the Rosary Service will be recited at 7 p.m. The funeral Mass for Maureen R. Selvage will be 10: a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010, at St. Barbara’s Catholic Church in Colon with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating.  Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis.   If desired the family ask that memorials be made in memory of Maureen to the Colon American Legion Post 454.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. |
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 Maxine M. Feldkamp, age 88, of Adrian died Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, at Grand Court. She was born July 31, 1922, in Britton, Mich., to Warren and Ida (Gittus) Underwood. On June 17, 1944, she was married to Leroy Feldkamp in Tecumseh, and he preceded her in death on May 13, 2005. Maxine was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bridgewater, Mich. She is survived by two sons, Walter (Rita) Feldkamp of Clinton and Lee (Sally) Feldkamp of Adrian; two daughters, Jan (Bari) Campbell of Brooklyn, Mich., and Jalene (Kirk) Rende of Redford; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Leroy, she was preceded in death by two daughters, Jean and JoAnn, in 1969. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bridgewater, Mich., with the Rev. Katherine Meyers officiating. Burial will be in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Bridgewater. Visitation will be held on Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, 1448 Short St., Tecumseh, and also at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bridgewater on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.   In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Bridgewater, Mich., Hospice of Lenawee, or the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
Mildred M. Armstrong Bennett Oct. 28, 1920-Aug. 15, 2010 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:48 PM |
Mildred M. Armstrong Bennett, age 89, of Flat Rock, passed from this life on Aug. 15, 2010 at Oakwood Southshore Medical Center in Trenton, Mich. |
Mindy Elizabeth-Yung Ostling, 28, of Ludington passed away unexpectedly August 11. Mindy loved the beach, nature, kids, all things 80s, music and animals – especially her cat Mookie. But her greatest ... |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 8:57 AM |
Myrth Maurine Hall passed away peacefully on Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, at her home on Round Lake. |
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 6:43 AM |
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Neil I. Grady, age 81, of Britton, passed Aug. 16, 2010. Arrangements pending with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010 7:33 AM |
Nicholas Waring Sulak, born Aug. 15, 1985, was always known as the gentle giant. He grew at an amazing pace from the shy boy hiding in the local grocery store, to the gentleman running for touchdowns for the Boyne City High School football team, to even the man working through a broken leg to stay on the Alma College's football team. Nicholas had a passion to be the best man he could be. He was always the ear for a troubled night, the mouth requesting words of wisdom, and the strong hands to pick up the most cluttered tales of friends, family, and loved ones. Nicholas had a passion for motorcycles, the wind in his face, mountains, the trails treading at his feet, and friends, the one's he'd carry when they couldn't walk on their own. Nicholas led a life full of mystery, adventure, and wisdom. He was a man who wouldn't bow down to any mountain, river, or roadway. On Aug. 7, 2010, Nicholas walked through the gates of heaven with his head held high and his arms wide open, meeting those that have ended their stories before him; proceeded in death by Joseph and Gladys Waring, Jerome Sulak, and Trevin LaBeth. And to that Nicholas Waring Sulak is survived by his grandmother Agnes Sulak, father Eric Sulak and wife Michelle, mother Nancy Donaldson and husband Terry, sisters; Michelle Sulak and Nicole LaBeth, brother Aaron, and hundreds of individuals that could call him a tank, the brother they never had, the friend they could never replace, and the model of what a strong man needs to be. He will never be forgotten… — With Love Aaron Sulak. |
Nona J. Kosier Nona J. Kosier, age 68, passed away on April 7, 2010. Graveside Memorial Tuesday August 24 at 1:00 p.m. Chapel Hill Memorial Garden, 4444 W. Grand River Ave., Lansing. Luncheon to follow DeWitt Moose Lodge, 15557 US 27, Lansing. |
O. Wendell Hiester Lansing Born on January 17, 1920 in Bremen, IN, Wendell passed away August 15, 2010 at the age of 90. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Jennie (Arnold) Hiester; sisters, Jane John, Llana Huff; brothers, Arthur, Dave, and Mahlon; and five half brothers and sisters. Surviving are his loving wife of 41 years, Hazel; 1 daughter, Carmen (David) Ryan of Great Falls, VA; 2 stepchildren, Christine (George) Wizner of Laingsburg, Michael (Susan) McPeak of DeWitt; 6 grandchildren, Jason and Jennifer Ryan, Kelly (Randy) Smith, Tracy (Todd) Randall, Mathew and Kathryn McPeak; 5 great-grandchildren, Jacob and Lilly Smith, Alex, Austin, and Ty Randall; sisters, Gretchen (Dean) Kimble of Bremen, IN, Berneil (Bill) Butler of Niles, MI; and sister-in-law, Pat Hiester of Bremen, IN. Wendell graduated from Wabash College (class of 1941) with a bachelor's degree in math and physics. Wendell also served as a, Pilot during, . The Beckert and Hiester Company in Saginaw, a manufacturing agency, was owned and run by Wendell and business partner Bruce Beckert. Wendell also was a member of the Riverside Kiwanis Club in Saginaw, a member of St. Stephens Lutheran Church in Lansing, St. John, and Faith Lutheran in Saginaw. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at Noon, at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 205 E. Washington, DeWitt, MI with Pastors Gary Bunge and Douglas Kahl officiating. Interment will follow at the DeWitt Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the DeWitt Chapel on Wednesday, August 18, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. The family would like to thank Clare Bridge of Delta and In-House Hospice for the wonderful loving care they gave Wendell. Those desiring may make contributions to St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 2900 N. Waverly Road, Lansing, MI 48906; Lutheran Social Services of Michigan, Advancement Department, 8131 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI 48214-2691; In-House Hospice 30400 Telegraph Road, Suite 334, Bingham Farms, MI 48025; or, , Michigan Great Lakes Chapter, 5303 S. Cedar Street, Building 1, Lansing, MI 48911, in memory of Mr. Hiester. Online condolences may be made at: |
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Alta M. Robinson April 16, 1913 — Aug. 10, 2010 Alta Mae Robinson, 97, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, under the loving care of Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born April 16, 1913 in Berne, Ind. to Joseph and Alty (Culp) Buyer. She was married Dec. 23, 1932, to George Robinson and he preceded her in death April 13, 1997. Mae and her husband, George, co-owned the Hillsdale Credit Bureau, and subsequently started Robinson Directories in their home on South Street in Hillsdale, until the business moved downtown. Mae was an educated business woman, as well as a wonderful mother and grandmother. She was a member of Hillsdale First Presbyterian Church for over 60 years where she served as a deaconess and a Sunday school teacher and was a member of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed bowling, golfing, and playing cards. Survivors include a daughter, Linda (Howard) Sarles of Hillsdale; two sisters, Mildred Durst of Cincinnati, Ohio and Pansy Wildman of Troy, Ohio; five grandchildren, Craig Sarles, Curtis Sarles, Kristina Gonzalez, Kathryn Sarles and Steven Sarles; three great-grandchildren and several nieces. Besides her husband George, Mae was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Eula Robinson in 2001. A memorial service to celebrate the life of for Alta Mae Robinson will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home, with Dr. Samuel Wickard officiating.  Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. To view this obituary and send condolences, please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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 Charlotte L. Baker March 7, 1925 — Aug. 7, 2010   Charlotte Lorene Baker passed away Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at The Villages Florida Hospital with her daughter, son-in-law by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James W. Baker; daughter, Jane A. Baker and brother, William Jackson. She is survived by a daughter Judy L. King (Jerry) of  The Villages, Fla.; two grandchildren, Adam Cornish and John Cornish and two great-grandchildren, all of Iowa. She was a 50-year member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and former owner of the Baker’s State St. Grocery. Internment will be at the Florida National Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Bushnell resting with eternal love next to her husband. In lieu of flowers contributions can be sent to American Cancer Society. |
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Christina L. Finney Jan. 1, 1908 — Aug. 11, 2010 Christian L. Finney, 102, of Williamston, S.C. and formerly of Hillsdale and Sturgis, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at the Rainey Hospice Home in Anderson, S.C. She was born Jan. 1, 1908, in Hillsdale to Frank and Edna (Blue) Sowers. She was married to Shereaff Finney and he preceded her in death in 1975. Christina was a former member of El Bethel Pentecostal Church of God in Hillsdale and a longtime resident of this area before moving to South Carolina. She is survived by a niece, Rozanne (Gerald) Ferguson of Williamston, S.C and four nephews, Rodney, Ronnie, Kim and Keith Sowers.   She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and a brother. Graveside funeral services for Christina Finney will take place at 3 p.m. Monday, at the Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis with Pastor David Spriggs officiating. Family and friends may sign the guest book from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society or the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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George C. Carlisle Sept.19, 1936 — Aug. 10, 2010 George C. Carlisle, 73, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, at his home. He was born Sept. 19, 1936 in Hillsdale to Lewis and Mary (Fenstermaker) Carlisle. He was married Nov. 17, 1956 to Suzanne Folger and she survives. George retired from the Hillsdale Community Schools, he was the Industrial Arts Instructor and the Work Study Coordinator. George was a graduate of Hillsdale High School in 1955 and a graduate of Michigan State University in 1960. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was a member of the Hillsdale Elks Lodge #1575. George started the wrestling programs for the Hillsdale and Jonesville school systems. He was avid sportsman and golfer. Surviving besides his wife Sue are three children, Sara (Jim) Desmond of Coldwater, David (Betsy) Carlisle of Austin, Texas and Chris (Suzanne) Carlisle of Canton; five grandchildren, Brittni Desmond, Shane, Ryan, Clair and Nicholas Carlisle; a brother, Glenn (Sharon) Carlisle of Jonesville. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Dora Brown and Judy Mann; brothers, Ora, Darrel, Robert and Clyde; and a grandson, Kyle Desmond. There will be a memorial mass for George Carlisle at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church with the Rev.Thomas Butler as celebrant. Interment will follow at St. Anthony Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Thursday  with a prayer vigil service at 7 p.m., at the church. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Anthony Catholic Church or Community Health Center of Branch County Home Health and Hospice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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John Alvin Wells, life long resident of North Adams, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010, from the OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Ill. He was born on Nov. 10, 1945 in Hillsdale, the son of Alvin and Laura (Sommers) Wells. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Wells whom he married on Feb. 28, 1965; two children, Terry (Cindy) Wells of Noblesville, Ind. and Lori (Michael) Hull of North Adams; three grandchildren, Suzanna (13), Thomas (11) and Kathryn (11); one sister, Ellen Wells of Grand Rapids and stepmother, Stanna Wells of North Adams. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Wells was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord with all his heart. He was a member of the Lickley’s Corners Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, Sunday School teacher and choir director. He was the National Service Manager for Big Dutchman USA – Pig Division and a former member of the Michigan Holstein Association and the Michigan Farm Bureau. He was also an inventor and held a Patten on an Automated Veal Feeding System. A celebration of life for Mr. John Alvin Wells will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on beginning at 11 a.m. Friday with Pastor John Poole officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation on from 10 a.m. until the time of service Friday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Lickley’s Corners Baptist Church-Building Fund envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Homes – Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
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John Edgar Barnes, 82, of Centreville, Miss., formerly of Litchfield, died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010 at his residence. He was born April 16, 1928 to Clare Maxwell Barnes and Marguerite Warner Barnes. John was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, member of the Veterans of Foreign War, American Legion and a Teamster. He was a retired truck driver, worked for Simpson Manufacturing Co. and a member of the Sand Creek Church in Litchfield. John is survived by his wife, Jeree McGraw Barnes of Centerville, Miss.; daughter, Vickie Perry of Liberty, Miss.; son, Eddie “Ed” Barnes of Jonesville; brother, Jessie Barnes of Horseshoe, Mich; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Maxwell Barnes and sister, Sylvia Barnes. Visitation will take place from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday at Newman Funeral Home in Centreville, Miss. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Macedonia United Methodist Church in Macedonia, Miss. Services will be conducted by chaplain Billy Joe Deer. Interment will take place in the McGraw Family Cemetery.    In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Macedonia United Methodist Church P.O. Box 911 Centreville, MS 39631. Newman Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements. |
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Kathryn R. (Tanner) Russell, 98, passed away Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  She was born Aug. 23, 1911, in Hillsdale to Fred and Amelia (Schmidt) Oppel.   Mrs. Russell graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1929 and was a secretary at Prideaux-Fry Agency and the Scholl Insurance Agency in Hillsdale from 1929–1986.  She was a life member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hillsdale and she enjoyed leisure time reading and crocheting. Survivors include two daughters, Norma (Harold) Ludlow, Hillsdale, Elaine (John) Karr, Arizona; a stepdaughter, Edna (George) Harrold, Salem, Ind.; a son, Lynn “Butch” (Ferne) Tanner, Kalamazoo; two stepsons, Harvey (Doris) Russell, Addison and Don (Jill) Russell, Napoleon; a brother, Walter (Joyce) Oppel, Kalamazoo; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren;11 stepgrandchildren; 12 stepgreat-grandchildren and 21 stepgreat-great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were two husbands (Leo Tanner in 1957 and Gerald Russell in 2006); a sister, a granddaughter, a stepson and a stepdaughter. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church with interment following in Lakeview Cemetery, Hillsdale.  There will be no visitation.   In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.   Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Reading.   |
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Lester E. Hennings March 13, 1932 — Aug. 9, 2010 Lester Eugene Hennings, 78, of Hillsdale, died Monday, Aug. 9, 2010, at Laurels of Coldwater. He was born March 13, 1932, in Houston, Texas, to Karl M. and Julie (Honke) Hennings.  He married Marcia Gray Roe on Feb. 25, 2001, in Harlingen, Texas. She preceded him in death. Lester is survived by two sons, Ernest William Hennings of Oregon and Karl Hennings; two stepsons, Daniel Roe Jr. of Hudson and William Roe of Harrison, Neb.; three daughters, Donna Gonzales of Menton, Calif., Karline Hennings and Marsha Hennings; and a stepdaughter, Roxanne Roe and friend Anna Knicley of Hillsdale. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents and three children. At Lester’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation or service. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Arrangements were under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Marie L. Bryan, 54, of Hillsdale passed away Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born Jan. 10, 1956, in Morenci to Cyriel and Josima (Steyaert) VandeSande. Marie married Michael Bryan on June 28, 1986, and he survives. Marie was a former employee at Key Opportunities and a member of the Hillsdale Assembly of God Church. She spent the majority of her life in the Hillsdale area. Surviving besides her husband Michael are one son, Robert (Christine) Bryan of Reading; one brother Jerry VandeSande and Lori Burghardt of Metamora, Ohio; five grandchildren, Alexis, Jolie, McKenna, Brennen, and Tanner and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Marie was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Marie Bryan will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday  at the Hillsdale Assembly of God Church with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 11 a.m. Until the time of service Tuesday  at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. To view this obituary and send condolences, please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Mary A. Bennett Nov. 25, 1939 — Aug. 7, 2010 Mary A. Bennett, 70, of Pioneer, Ohio, died Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at her home. She was born Nov. 25, 1939, in Jonesville to Charles “Bill” W. and Ruth A. (Rummel) Coler. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Thompson Funeral Home in Pioneer. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Floral Grove Cemetery in Pioneer.   |
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Maxine J. Wilson June 30, 1927 — Aug. 7, 2010 Maxine June Wilson, 83, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born June 30, 1927, in Hazel Park to Robert and Amanda (Dressler) West. She was married in Moscow on May 2, 1948, to Ralph E. Wilson and he survives. Maxine and Ralph together owned and operated Wilson Hall for several years. Maxine belonged to many clubs and groups and had many friends. She was a life member for more than 50 years of the Pythian Sisters joining on Dec. 13, 1948. She held several titles including Grand Chief from 1970-71, Past Grand Chief and was currently the Supreme Temple Representative. Maxine was a volunteer at the veterans hospital in Battle Creek for more than 50 years. She also belonged to the Hillsdale AARP and served on the Salvation Army board for more than 20 years. Surviving besides her husband Ralph, are two children, Kimberle (Eric) Kurdys of Somerset and Keith Wilson of Palmdale, Calif.; three granddaughters, Karah Kurdys, Lindsey Wilson O’Connell and Jaimee Wilson; grandson, Blake Kurdys and a brother, Robert  (Joanne) West of Suffolk, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Cheryl Wilson; sister, Geraldine Karas and a brother Ronald West. Funeral services for Maxine Wilson will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Dr. Thomas Burke officiating. Interment will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1 p.m. until the services Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Michigan Pythian Scholarship Fund. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Ruby L. Jarvis Feb. 21, 1917 — Aug. 7, 2010 Ruby L. Jarvis of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born Feb. 21, 1917, in Houghton County, the daughter of Joseph and Sarah (Bennetts) Pearse. She is survived by one daughter, Linda Jarvis of Hillsdale; one granddaughter, Carrie (Brian) Briggs of Jackson and one great- granddaughter, Caitlyn Briggs. She was preceded in death by her parents and two daughters, Sandra Jarvis and Diane Lastowski. Mrs. Jarvis was a long time resident of Hillsdale and she enjoyed working at the Senior Center in Hillsdale. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Ruby L. Jarvis will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 2 p.m. Wednesday with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. At her request cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hillsdale Assembly of God located at 4075 Beck Road, from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605   |
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 Sondra Holibaugh-Fielitz Aug. 12, 1974 — June 27, 2010 Sondra Kay Holibaugh-Fielitz, 35, of Camden, entered into the loving hands of God unexpectedly on Sunday, June 27, 2010, at her home. She was born Aug. 12, 1974 in Howell to Stephen and Sally (DeCaire) Holibaugh. She was a loving daughter, sister, wife and friend. On April 8, 2006, she married Terry Fielitz and he survives. In addition to her parents, she is survived by five sisters, Mary Holibaugh of Manistee, Tina (Scott) Schwander of Traverse City, Penny (Mike) Coors of Boyne City, Stephanie (Jeffrey) Doyle of Camden and Robyn (William) Ake of Camden. In keeping with her wishes cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will begin at noon Thursday at the Camden Missionary Church Outreach Center in Camden, with Pastor Jimmy Mason officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family for burial expenses. Arrangements by BorekBorek Jennings Braun Chapel, Brooklyn, Mich.   |
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Vera Iola Trevathan Feb. 22, 1919 — Aug. 5, 2010 Vera Iola Trevathan, 91, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010, at her home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. She was born Feb. 22, 1919, in Hillsdale County, the daughter of Eugene and Alta (Burlew) Marsh. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Don Trevathan and one daughter, Loretta Trevathan. She is survived by five children, Deborah Durling of Hillsdale, Vera “Ellen” (Terry) Connelly of Shelby, Duane (Patty) Trevathan of Hillsdale, Dennis (Betsey) Trevathan of Kentwood and Martha “Anne” Kennedy of Hillsdale; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Mrs. Trevathan was the founder and operator of the Trevathan Sweep and Sew Shop and she was a member of the International Sewing Machine Dealers Association and a member of the VDTA. She was a life-long resident of the Hillsdale County area and attended churches within the Baptist denomination and she also attended Jackson Community College. She was a wonderful poet, artist and painter who enjoyed growing beautiful flowers, particularly roses in her rose garden and she also enjoyed playing the violin and piano. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Vera Iola Trevathan will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Wednesday, Aug.11 beginning at 11 a.m. with Dr. August Peters and Dr. Samuel Wickard officiating. Interment will take place in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. The family will receive friends for visitation Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
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Virginia R. Lowe, 99, of North Adams, passed away Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010, at her home.  She was born June 11, 1911 in Jackson  to Harry and Jenny (Baldwin) Roberts.  She was married Dec. 14, 1927 to Elvin W. Hepker.  She was married Aug. 28, 1969 to William F. Lowe. Virginia retired from Dick’s Dandy Diner in Hillsdale after 16 years of employment.  She was a member of the Women’s Extension for 79 years, member of the Wheatland Congregational Church and the Hillsdale County Farm Bureau. She loved gardening, especially flowers.  Her life has been an example of hard work, faith and unconditional love for her family. Surviving are six daughters, Virginia Cunningham and Betty La Follette, both of Pittsford, Barbara (Keith) Davis of Brentwood, Tenn., Ireta (Richard) Olsen of Grand Rapids, Pauline (John) Donaldson of Rustburg, Va. and Janice Stuck of Auburn Hills; two sons, Elvin (Phyllis) Hepker of Manistique and  Dale (Jean) Lowe of Charlotte; two daughters-in-law, Luella Hepker of Pittsford and Cathy Frantz; 35 grandchildren; 73 great-grandchildren and 25 great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Elvin and William and two sons, Leo and Gene. Funeral services for Virginia Lowe will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Clyde Wonders officiating.  Interment will follow at Churches Corners Cemetery in Wheatland Township.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Wheatland Congregational Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Other deaths, 8-17-10 Anthony Joseph Kaczynski, 78, of Sterling Heights, Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, Utica |
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010 10:01 AM |
Perry J. Palmer, 76, of Beaver Island, died Aug. 6, 2010, at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. |
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GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Phyllis C. Lonchar, 85, of Green Bay, formerly of Bergland, Mich., passed away on Aug. 9, 2010, at Marla Vista Manor in Green Bay. |
74, of Fowlerville, died Sunday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at Antrim Baptist Church, Byron. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville. |
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CAMERON, ROBERT A.; age 68; passed away August 16, 2010. |
56, of St. Johns, tool and die maker, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Homes, Abbott Chapel, Maple Rapids. |
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Nov. 22, 1941 - Aug. 15, 2010 Raymond Henry Thering, Jr., 68, of Mt. Pleasant passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 15, 2010 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. |
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Rev. Dr. Harold Leestma of Anaheim, California, age 92, went to be with his Lord on July 30, 2010. Memorial donations can be sent to Western Theological Seminary, Harold Leestma Grant Fund, 101 E. 13th Street, Holland, MI 494923, to help a young student become a minister. 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. |
Reverend Earl A. Loeffler Oct. 3, 1926-Aug. 9, 2010 Monday, August 16, 2010 1:28 PM |
Reverend Earl A. Loeffler, 83, of Toledo, OH died Monday, August 9, 2010 at the Ursuline Center in Toledo. |
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Richard "Rick" Dorrance died Sunday morning, Aug. 15, 2010. |
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Richard Jay Frecker, age 80 of Scotts, died peacefully in the presence of his family on Friday Aug. 13, 2010, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo following a long illness.   He was born in Fort Wayne, Ind., on Feb. 19, 1930, the son of Joseph and Marie (Weller) Frecker.   Richard was married to Virginia Lee Buchanan on Jan. 17, 1953, in New Haven, Ind.  Together they raised nine children and operated a dairy farm east of Leonidas until their retirement in 1979.  He was a member of the Farm Bureau and a leader for the Leonidas Do-Best 4-H Club.  Richard was a member of St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon, and frequently attended mass at St. Martin’s in Vicksburg and St. Catherine’s in Portage. He and his wife traveled with the Harvest Store Travel Group and enjoyed Wednesday trips to Shipshewana. They especially enjoyed their retirement by spending time with children, grandchildren, and great neighbors.   Richard is survived by nine children and their spouses, Linda and Adolph Carrillo, Rose and DeWayne Holtz, Sue and Paul Olguin, Diane and Kim Barnes, Connie and Shane Clipfell, Mary Jane and Dave Duke, Janet and Mike Gibson, Pam and Mike Kline, Rick and Eva Frecker;  21 grandchildren, Phillip, Emily, Matt, Mark, Travis, Ginger, Taylor, John, Lauren, Kelly, Kyle, Ashley, Shelby, Kirk, TJ, Elizabeth (Jake), Mitch, Nicole, Sunhee, Jinhee, and Lee; one great-grandchild, Ty;  six brothers, Delbert, Eugene, Harold, Larry, Stanley, and Carl Frecker; a sister, Rose Marie Duffek; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia; his parents; a sister, Phyllis Ann Kuhn; and a brother, Donald Frecker. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Monday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Monday.  The funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon with Rev. Jim Vinh Le officiating.  Burial will be in St. Edward Cemetery.   Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Southwest Michigan, Climax Fire & Rescue Squad, St. Edward Catholic Church, your local 4–H Club, or to a memorial bench fund at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds. An online register is available and condolences may be left for the family at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
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Richard (Dick) Harrison Reel, Sr. of Honolulu, formerly of Boca Raton, FL and Hinsdale, IL, died May 14, 2010.  He was 88.  He had a great life and will be fondly remembered by many, but most of all, by his loving wife, Peggy and their three children and families. He was born May 21, 1921 at Chicago Presbyterian Hospital to Theresa and Herbert Reel.  He spent much of his elementary school years in Hinsdale and his childhood summers along Lake Michigan in Shorewood.  His parents rented for a few years before buying a cottage in 1929 from the original owners, Irma and Ernest Fowler. His father retired early at age 40 because of a heart condition, which left Dick mainly responsible for the family at the age of 14.  His family soon moved to southern California hoping the weather would help his father’s condition.   After high school in Pasadena, he attended Pasadena City College for his 12th and freshman year.  He transferred to Stanford University in 1940, majoring in mechanical engineering.  He was a member and president of Beta Theta Pi and graduated as a Phi Beta Kappa.  Eager to serve his country, he graduated early in December 1942, and enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He attended Navy Reserve Officers Engineering training at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.  He graduated first in his engineering class and stayed on to teach until he was commissioned as a naval officer in August of 1943.  He served as an officer aboard the destroyer USS Thatcher in the Pacific during World War II. Before he shipped off to war, he and Margaret Durrell married in the All Saints Episcopal Church in Saugatuck on September 3, 1943, in a double-wedding ceremony with his sister, Nancy and her fiancé, Charles Dixon Hamilton, who was also in the Navy. After the war, he began his professional career in Chicago, where he worked for 25 years with the Anning-Johnson Company and later as president.  After his retirement at 50, the family moved to Boca Raton for the warmer weather and to be closer to their dream home they built on Winding Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas. He spent all the summers of his life in Shorewood, and held positions as president, secretary, and board director of the Association for 34 years from 1964-1998.  In 1963, Dick and Peg bought their own cottage in order to spend as much time as possible at the lake each summer. His love of travel lasted a lifetime. While in their 70’s, he and Peg traveled to Egypt, Costa Rica, Panama, Peru, and the Galapagos Islands. He was incredibly bright and seemed to know something about everything, but remained a very humble man. He kept amazing records of all things in his life from the temperature of the lake each day to what he spent at the hardware store.  He was thrifty beyond measure. He cared for others, had a tremendous sense of responsibility and was honest to a fault. Best of all was his quick wit and sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Anita Albrecht. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; son Rich (wife, Leanne, Seattle); daughters, Joan (husband, Joe, Honolulu) and Susan (husband, Dick, Missoula);  four grandchildren; and his sister, Nancy Hamilton, of Florida and Shorewood. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be Friday, August 20, at 4:00 p.m. in the Lakeshore Chapel, followed by a gathering at 5:00 p.m. at their cottage, 580 Shorewood Drive. Memorial gifts may be given to the Land Conservancy of West Michigan, Saugatuck Harbor Natural Area.  Please contact Diane Sampson at 616-451-9476 or their website www.naturenearby.org. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Saugatuck Chapel, www.lifestorynet.com.   |
Richard S. "Rick" Anderson East Lansing Age 67, died August 15, 2010. He was born June 7, 1943 in St. Johns, MI to Dorr M. and Margaret L. (Nienaber) Anderson, II. Rick graduated from, and was owner/operator of Anderson International Travel until 2009. Surviving are 2 sisters, June (Robert) Cary of Cassopolis, MI and Kay (Jerry) Tiedt of Grand Rapids, MI; one brother, Dorr M. (Danna) Anderson, III of Mexico; 5 nieces; 4 nephews; and several great nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held 4:00 p.m. Thursday, August 19, 2010, at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Avenue, East Lansing, MI. The family will receive friends Thursday at the funeral home from 3-4 p.m. Contributions may be made in Rick's memory to the charity of one's choice. On-line condolences may be made at |
95, of St. Petersburg, Fla., formerly of Lansing, retired automotive production worker, died Monday. Graveside services 2 p.m. Aug. 24 at Evergreen Cemetery, Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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Robert A. Cameron Robert A. Cameron, age 68, passed away August 16, 2010. Beloved husband of Francesca "Pennie." He is survived by his cherished children, Jennifer, Sandra, Eric (Kathy). Loving grandfather and "Papa" of Dale, Adam, Nicole, Alicia and Chad. Loving brother of Mary and brother-in-law of Loraine and family. Predeceased by brothers Scott and Ralph. Memorial service Thursday at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors Inc., 3801 18 Mile Road (northwest corner of 18 Mile and Ryan). Family to receive family and friends from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at noon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Anastasia Parish. |
Robert D. “Bob” Eighmey Feb. 11, 1920-Aug. 15, 2010 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:52 PM |
Robert D. “Bob” Eighmey, 90 years, of Erie, MI passed away Sunday, August 15, 2010 in Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center, Toledo surrounded by his family. |
Robert De Lisle Eighmey Aug. 15, 2010 Monday, August 16, 2010 11:32 AM |
Robert De Lisle Eighmey, 90, of Erie died Sunday in his home. |
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Robert Joe Denton, age 70, of Boyne Falls and formerly of Ida, Mich., died Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010, at his home. |
Robert W. Wolff, 72, of Ludington, died Aug. 14. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Sept. 18, 1949 – Aug. 14, 2010 Robert "Chief" F. McQuaid age 60 of Barryton, passed from this life unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, August 14, 2010. |
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Roberta L. Rendfeld, age 80, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Sunday morning, Aug. 8, 2010, at her home. She was born June 1, 1930, in Harrisburg, Ill., a daughter of the late Clarence and Dorrice (Dowell) Mills. Mrs. Rendfeld had resided in Sturgis since 1957 coming from Chicago, Illinois. On July 8, 1950 she married Robert Rendfeld in Jonesboro, Ark. She had been employed by the First National Bank in Sturgis, the Sturgis Hospital where she held the position of office manager and Carl Rehm’s also in Sturgis. Mrs. Rendfeld was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis where she served on the Altar Guild. She also was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority and the Sturgis Hospital Guild. She enjoyed playing golf and crossword puzzles. She is survived by one daughter, Sharon (David) Smith of Grand Haven; two sons, David (Paula) Rendfeld of Goodyear, Ariz., and Mark (Pam) Rendfeld of Cordova, Tenn.; three grandchildren, Jamie Rendfeld, Lee Kinnaman and Julie Rendfeld; four great grandchildren, Jack Rendfeld, Paul Kinnaman, Brad Rendfeld and Rachel Cole; one brother, Richard (Sharon) Mills of Champagne, Ill.; two nephews and three nieces. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091, 269-651-3284. Funeral services celebrating the life of Roberta Rendfeld will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis. The Revs. Michael Klafehn and Calvin Kolzow will officiate. A graveside committal of the ashes will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Rendfeld’s memory consider Pet Haven, P.O. Box 853, Sturgis, MI 49091 or the charity of one’s choice. The obituary is also at www. hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Rodney R. Bergman, age 78, of Tipton died Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, at Provincial House.   Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
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Ronald "Ronn" Serba, 77, of Harbor Springs passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010. Ronn was born Aug. 17, 1932, in Detroit to Bernard and Irene (Rzeppa) Serba. He grew up in Detroit and graduated from Denby High School. He served 18 months in the Army in Korea. On April 7, 1956, he married Billie Lee Aldrich.The couple opened a flower shop in 1957 on the Detroit east side and in 1960 they moved the shop to Grosse Pointe where they also operated an interior design service until they moved to Harbor Springs in 1983. |
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Ronald Francis Salzmann, 69, of Temperance died Sunday in his home. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. |
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Ronald H. Spalink, 60, of Zeeland, died Sunday, August 15, 2010. Funeral services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at VanderLaan Funeral Home. Interment will be in Grandville Cemetery. Visitation is Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m.   |
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Rosa Cusumano, 89, of Monroe died this morning at Henry Ford Hospital, Wyandotte. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home. |
91, of Lansing, former Precision Optical co-owner, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Cathedral. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
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WELLS, SARALUE; age 95; Clarkston. Born in Yorktown IN., passed on August 14, 2010. |
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DAKE, SHARON A. (RAYMER); of Auburndale FL, formally of Clarkston; August 3rd, 2010; age 63. |
Sandra J. McCormick July 2, 1938-Aug. 16, 2010 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 12:53 PM |
Sandra J. McCormick, 72 years, of Ottawa Lake, died Monday morning at Bixby Medical Center, Adrian. |
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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. |
Silas Merrill, 93, of Bear Lake died Monday, Aug. 16. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bear Lake is in charge of arrangements.... |
Sue Ann Harrison, 62, of Manistee, died Sunday, Aug. 15. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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 Whitmill, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2010 in Irmo, S.C. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn. She is survived by her three children, Glenn, Brad and Vicki; her son-in-law, Charles Lutz; four grandchildren, Charles Jr., Courtney and her husband, Eric, Nicholas and Matthew; and one great-grandchild, Jacob Durfee. She loved working on stained glass, chatting with her friends at the “chicken,” had a wonderful green thumb and will be lovingly and fondly remembered by friends and family. |
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Tanner Thorn Hubert, age 10, of Adrian died Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010 at Toledo Children’s Hospital. He was born Sept. 21, 1999 in Matthews, N.C., to Richard T. Hubert and Shane F. (Fisher) Sisk. He is survived by his father, Richard Hubert of Ashville, N.C.; his mother, Shane Sisk of Adrian; three brothers, Jimmy Lewis Sisk of Adrian, Richard Thomas Hubert III of Chuluota, Fla., and Travion Hubert of Colorado Springs, Colo.; one sister, Katherine Taylor Hubert of Chuluota, Fla.; and his grandmother, Thelma Louise Hubert of Colorado Springs, Colo. Funeral services for Tanner will be held on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Nelson Bennett officiating. Burial will be in North Rome Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at  www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions for Tanner’s funeral expenses may be made to any TLC Community Credit Union Office under the name of Melissa Soto. |
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The Rev. Dana Paul Hartong, age 81, of Sturgis, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010, at his home. He was born March 25, 1929, in Uniontown, Pa., a son of the late Levi and Edna (Uhrig) Hartong. On Aug. 29, 1948, he married Valette Eppley in Wabash, Ind., where they resided until moving to Roann, Ind., in 1955, and then to Sturgis in 1969. After a farm accident in 1954 in Lagro, Ind., Dana returned to and graduated from Manchester College with a teaching degree. He taught in Gilead, Talma, Akron and Wabash, Ind., and in Centreville. He was called into the ministry in 1959 and pastored for the next 44 years, serving Center Chapel First Brethren Church and Wabash First Brethren Church in Indiana; and Florence Church of the Brethren and New Hope Community Church in Michigan. This ministry extended to the St. Joseph County Grange Fair in 1972, when he founded the Fair Youth Rally on Sunday evenings, posting such speakers as Nicky Cruz, Rosie Greer, Rex Humbard, Tom Lester (Eb from Green Acres) and Tom Netherton. In 1982, Dana and Val founded the ministry New Hope for Broken Marriages and co-authored a book by the same title, which continues to touch lives throughout the world. In the ’70s and ’80s, Dana sold farm equipment and buildings. As a lifetime farmer, he had a special joy in working with horses. Surviving are his wife, Valette; children Sue (Herman) Behrends of Sturgis,  Beth (David) Behrends of Three Rivers, Brad (Christine) Hartong of Centreville and Jayne (Jim) Hover of San Antonio; 18 grandchildren, Chad (Rebecca) Behrends, Allissa (Tim) Bowers, Jonathan (Joy) Behrends, Leigh Anne Behrends, Jana (Sean) Guise, Jared (Katie) Behrends, Megan (Joshua) Gremaux, Marianne Behrends, Joshua (Crystal) Behrends, Jesse Behrends, Joseph Behrends, Jason (Heather) Hartong, Adam (Veronica) Hartong, Cheryl (Eric) Byler, Joy Hartong, Joel (Jessica) Hartong, Aaron (Marie) Hartong, and Rebecca (Joel) Rouch; 27 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Nedra Workinger, Mary (Earl) Mansfield and Ruth Ann Hartong. He was preceded in death by his parents; a granddaughter, Elisabeth Jo “Libby” Behrends; an infant sister, Nadine Hartong; and two brothers-in-law, Jim Workinger and Russell Eppley. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-8 p.m. Saturday at New Hope Community Church, 64451 Shimmel Road, Sturgis.  Funeral services celebrating the life of the Rev. Dana Paul Hartong will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday at New Hope Community Church, with Pastors Steve Wilcox and Kevin Mitchell  officiating. Interment and graveside services will follow in Nottawa Cemetery.  The family suggests memorial donations be directed to the New Hope Community Church. Envelopes are available at the church or at Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, which is in charge of the arrangements. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Thomas R. Rauguth, 63, of Shipshewana,Ind., died at 3:36 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010, at his home of an apparent heart attack. He was born July 19, 1947,  in Sturgis, to Fred and Evelyn (Sweitzer) Rauguth. He served five years in the Army. He worked many years in Saudi Arabia. Survivors include  his wife, Monvadee;  two daughters, Aimee Halvorson of Akron, Ohio, and Lisa Rauguth of Shipshewana; a son, Mike Jitjaeng of Sturgis; six grandchildren; two sisters; and two brothers. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-noon Wednesday at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main St., Middlebury, Ind. Burial will follow at White Pigeon Township Cemetery in White Pigeon.   |
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Thomas W. Young, age 92, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 8, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. He was born Oct. 16, 1917, in East Rochester, N.Y., a son of the late Elijah and Mary (Kettler) Young. Tom had resided in Sturgis since 2006, coming from Akron, where he had lived for more than 40 years. He married his wife Jessica during the war in 1942 and they enjoyed a full life together for 64 years until her death on Jan. 1, 2007. He was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II with Company C Second Engineer School Regiment, earning the rank of captain in the U.S. Corp of Engineers. After the war, he graduated from the University of Rochester with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Following more than 30 years of dedicated employment with the B.F. Goodrich Tire Company, he retired in 1980. At the time of his retirement, he held the position of director of technical services. Tom and Jessica were active members of Saint Sebastian Catholic Church in Akron, and upon moving to Sturgis they became members of Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. He also enjoyed volunteering at the Stan Hywet Hall and the Men’s Garden Club. Tom was an avid reader and enjoyed walking on a regular basis. After retirement, he and Jessie traveled throughout the United States and abroad and also played golf often. He is survived by two sons, Thomas W. and Valerie (Peppercorn) Young of Norwood, N.C., and David and Donna (Maddox) Young of Sturgis; four grandsons, Tommy Young III of Brooklyn, N.Y., Luke Young of Raleigh, N.C., and Conner Young and Alex Young, both of Sturgis. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Private burial of the ashes will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman  in Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Young’s memory consider the Holy Angels Catholic Church, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091 or the Sturgis District Library, 255 North St., Sturgis, MI 49091. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Tunis “Tony” Rozeboom, 80, of Zeeland, died Friday, Aug. 13, 2010. Arrangements will be announced by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. www.yntemafh.com |
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Vincent Eugene Lash, age 84, of Bronson, passed away Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010 at Sturgis Hospital. He was born Nov. 11, 1925 in Leonidas to Willie and Marie Lash. On Nov. 13, 1943, he married Marilyn June Waldron. He worked for Clark Equipment Company for 30 years in addition to taking care of a small farm. After retirement, he and Marilyn were able to spend many winters in Florida, making friends and fishing. Surviving are his wife Marilyn; children Gary (Carolyn) Lash, Sharon (Ron) Summers, Dennis (Doris) Lash and Bruce (Kathleen) Lash; a sister Mildred Niehaus, brothers Larry and Jerry Lash; nine grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at Spencer Family Funeral Home in Athens. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 18 at Spencer’s with Hospice Minister Brian Lutz officiating. Interment will be at Leonidas Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice, Heartland Enriching Life, 8075 Creekside Drive Suite 720, Portage, MI, 49024. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens, www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
83, of Greenville, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Charles Catholic Church, Greenville. Arrangements by Marshall Funeral Home, Greenville. |
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McTIGUE, WILLIAM G; of Auburn Hills; retired Birmingham firefighter and Marine Raider; went home to be with the Lord and joined his golf buddies, sons, Cary and Don on August 9, 2010; at the age of 86. |
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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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Yvonne E. Doolittle, 83, of Taylor, died on Friday, Aug.13, 2010 at Tendercare Nursing Home in Taylor. A graveside service was held on Monday, Aug. 16, 2010 at Riverside Cemetery in Tekonsha. No other services will be held. Yvonne was born on Sept. 30, 1927 in Detroit, to Stuart and Elizabeth Doolittle. She graduated from Royal Oak High School and went on to Wayne State University, where she was granted a bachelor of arts degree in speech communication and theatre. She lived in Detroit nearly all of her life and was a self-employed actress for more than 30 years. Her acting career took her many places, including Europe, Off Broadway, the Fisher Theater in Detroit and many other theaters. She also served as an entertainer in the U.S.O. for a short time. Most recently, Yvonne had worked in administration at Wayne State University in Detroit. Yvonne is survived by her son David (Teresa) Henrion of Shingletown, Calif; her brother Lloyd Doolittle of Calif.; her sister Kay (Marlin) Gallup of Tekonsha; her nephews Ed O’Brien, Michael O’Brien, Jeff (Dawn) Gallup and Gary Gallup; and her niece Cynthia Mertin. She was preceded in death by her sister Marjorie O’Brien. Arrangements have been entrusted to Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. |
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