Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Michigan Obituaries 09/15/2010


 

ALFRED JAMES "AL" SPONG

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:20 AM 

SPONG, ALFRED JAMES "AL"; of Waterford; September 11, 2010; age 61; born February 2, 1949; in Pontiac, MI. 


 


 

Alice Elizabeth Jaeger

No Description Available! 


 


 

Annie Miller

Annie Miller, 92, of Irons, died Monday evening, Sept. 13, 2010 at Tendercare of Ludington. Stephens Funeral Home in Scottville is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Ardis A. Witt

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 9:44 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

No Description Available! 


 


 

Ardis A. Witt May 9, 1917-Sept. 12, 2010

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 12:25 PM 

Ardis A. Witt, 93, of Deerfield passed away peacefully on Sun., Sept. 12, 2010 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ypsilanti, Mich. 


 


 

Beatrice "Peachie" Joan Colwell

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:29 PM 

June 27, 1932 - Sept. 14, 2010 Beatrice "Peachie" Joan Colwell, 78, of Rosebush passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2010, at Central Michigan Community Hospital.


 


 

Betty A. Corcoran

No Description Available! 


 


 

CONSTANCE M. MORTIMORE

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:20 AM 

MORTIMORE, CONSTANCE M.; of Clarkston; died September 13, 2010; at age 86. 


 


 

Carol Anna O'Leary

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:52 AM

SARTELL, Minn. -- Carol Anna O'Leary, 69, of Sartell, passed away Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010, at her daughter's home in Sartell. 


 


 

Catherine E. Wyke June 22, 1928-Sept. 11, 2010

Monday, September 13, 2010 11:44 AM 

Catherine E. Wyke, age 82, of Ash Township, MI died on Saturday, September 11, 2010 in Monroe, Michigan. 


 


 

Catherine "Cathy" Rorick Buhrman

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 3:06 AM - Zac Britton 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Chester Bartos

No Description Available! 


 


 

Chester Bartos *

89, of Lansing, retired United States Postal Service employee, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday at Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Cindy Lee Pegg

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:59 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Clarence L. Severn

No Description Available! 


 


 

Colleen Mae Griffin

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 10:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Crystal Lynn McCall *

28, of Grayling, died Thursday. Services 1 p.m. today at Central Church of the Nazarene, Lansing. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home, Lansing. 


 


 

Daniel Charles Lane

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 1:44 PM 

Mr. Daniel Charles Lane, 55, of Gaylord, died Monday, Sept. 13, 2010, at Rich and Bette Pniewski's home in Clare, while under the care of hospice.


 


 

Daniel R. LeClair

No Description Available! 


 


 

Daniel R. LeClair *

64, of Williamsburg, formerly of Charlotte, retired lumber salesman, died Sunday as a result of cancer. Private family services will be held. Arrangements by Life Story Funeral Home, Traverse City. 


 


 

Darryll Williams *

67, of Lansing, retired, tool grinder, died Sunday. Memorial services 6 p.m. Friday at Delta Community Center, Delta Twp. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. 


 


 

David Leroy Barber

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 1:44 PM 

David Leroy Barber, 62, of Gaylord, died Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010, at his home surrounded by his family and friends. David was born May 25, 1948, in Helena Township, Alden, the son of Guy and Mary Jane (Gaylord) Barber.


 


 

David O. Weber

Monday, September 13, 2010 3:50 AM 

DULUTH, Minn. -- David O. Weber, 72, of 240 E. Harding Ave., Ironwood, Mich., our beloved father and grandfather, passed away Thursday, Sept, 9, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. 


 


 

David R. Jacquart

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:53 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- David R. Jacquart, 83, of Ironwood, passed away peacefully Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010, in Wakefield. 


 


 

Death Notice: Carl L. Stuart, 61, of Peck

Carl L. Stuart, 61, of Peck, passed away Aug. 30, 2010. 


 


 

Death Notice: Cynthia J. Bedker, 57 of Fenwick

Cynthia J. Bedker age 57 of Fenwick passed away Sept. 8, 2010. 


 


 

Death Notice: Geraldine I. "Gerry" Shafer, 98, Ionia

Geraldine I. "Gerry" Shafer, 98, Ionia, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010. 


 


 

Death Notice: Lawrence E. Wiggins, 79, of Perry

Lawrence E. Wiggins, 79, of Perry passed away Aug. 30, 2010. 


 


 

Death Notice: Linda Sue King, 58, of Clarksville

Linda Sue King, 58, of Clarksville passed away Aug. 27, 2010. 


 


 

Debby M. Schutt Barks

Monday, September 13, 2010 6:43 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Dennis Lee Ory, 51

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 9:29 AM 

Dennis Lee Ory, age 51, died Thursday morning, Sept. 9, 2010, journeyed through the gates of Heaven cancer free to meet his Savior Jesus Christ. His beloved wife of 30 years and his merciful pastor and friend, Ed Warner, were at his side when he departed. 


 


 

Diane Chapin Nilstoft

Monday, September 13, 2010 12:26 PM 

Diane Chapin Nilstoft of Harbor Springs was a beautiful, adventurous and courageous woman. She died on Sept. 8, 2010, after a brave battle with cancer.


 


 

Dick 'Nite Train' Williamson

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:50 AM 

PALM DESERT, Calif. -- Bessemer's native son, Dick "Nite Train" Williamson, died in a Palm Desert hospital after a serious fall. 


 


 

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Donald Ernest Brown *

82, of Haslett, retired state property management employee, died Sunday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Donald G. Allen

Monday, September 13, 2010 12:24 PM 

Donald G. Allen passed away, Friday, Sept. 10, 2010, at his home in Petoskey. 


 


 

Dorothy M. Reetz

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 10:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Douglas R. Baur Jr. *

30, of Lansing, died Monday. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel.


 


 

ELIZABETH GERTRUDE WARREN DOTSON

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

DOTSON, ELIZABETH GERTRUDE WARREN; age 78; of Plumstead Lane; passed away Friday September 10, 2010 at her home. 


 


 

Edith Marie Porrett

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:12 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Eileen G. Pingle

No Description Available! 


 


 

Eleanor Fabyan, 85

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Eugene E. Sowles

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 8:34 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available!


 


 

Francesca P. Teague

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM 

Francesca P. Teague Francesca P. Teague, age 83, of Macomb Township, passed away at home September 13, 2010. She was born in Detroit December 23, 1926. She is survived by her husband, Alfred; children, Phil, Al (Bev) and Peggy; grandchildren, David and Travis; two great-grandchildren; sister to Louise. Visitation Thursday, 10 a.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Road, Clinton Township prior to the 1 p.m. funeral service. Visit online at Resurrectionfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Frank D. Clark

No Description Available! 


 


 

Frank H. Proctor *

60, of Lansing, state employee, died Friday. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. 


 


 

Frank R. Jones

Monday, September 13, 2010 5:29 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available!


 


 

Fred G. Brown

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:29 PM 

April 26, 1953 - Sept.13, 2010 Fred G. Brown, age 57, of Alma, passed away Monday, September 13, 2010, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor.


 


 

Gale L "Gus" Davison

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:29 PM 

Dec. 13, 1939 - Sept. 12, 2010 Loving husband, father, grandfather and brother passed away at his home Sunday, September 12, 2010, with his wife at his side. Age 70 years. Son of the late Eldon and M. Elizabeth (Clement) Davison, Gale was born December 13, 1939, in Alma, Michigan. He graduated from Alma High School in 1958. He played on the Alma High School Varsity Football Team and was also a member of the Championship Team of 1956. He graduated from Delta College in 1970. Gale was married to M. Jacquelyn Fales from 1960 to 1966. He then married Mary L. (Kullman) Priest in 1971. Gale was employed at Lobdell Emery from 1960 to 1966, then at Delphi Chassis from 1966 until his retirement in 1997. He later worked part time for Powell Fabrication in St. Louis, MI until 2008. Gale enjoyed drag racing, softball, bowling, riding his motor cycle, golfing, hunting, and competitive shooting.


 


 

George Alan Palm

No Description Available!


 


 

Gerald James "Jim" Baker

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gerald 'Jerry' Raymond Soulé II

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM 

Gerald 'Jerry' Raymond Soulé II Gerald "Jerry" Raymond Soulé II, age 65, passed away at his home in Mount Clemens after a long battle with cancer, Monday, September 13, 2010. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that Jerry had touched in some special way during his memorable life. Jerry was born on Selfridge Air Base in Michigan on January 3, 1945, to Gerald and Dorothy. He graduated from South Lake High School in 1963 and attended Lawrence Technological University where he applied his education to a career as an auto mechanic. He was an active member of the Mount Clemens Eagles Club, Aerie 1269 for over 18 years. Jerry was an 11th generation descendant of the pilgrim George Soulé who came to Plymouth, Massachusetts on the Mayflower in the year 1620. He loved spending time with family and friends. He enjoyed cooking, hosting get-togethers, playing his guitars, his Corvettes, traveling, and the view from his front porch as he watched the wildlife and beauty of nature around him. He was a great story teller and loved a good joke. He had a heart for animals and never did a stray go by that he didn't do all he could to help. Jerry is survived by his mother, Dorothy Sortman; son, Timothy Soulé; daughter, Brandi Zappa; grandson, Nicholas Zappa; sister, Cheri Forster; niece, Yvette (Jeff) Jones; their children, Jaymie, Jordyn, and Jessy Jones; niece, Candice Forster; niece, Danielle Forster, and chosen family member, Ernie Dalton. He is predeceased by his father, Gerald R. Soulé. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 16, 4-8 p.m. at Wm. R. Hamilton Co., Mount Clemens. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made payable to Dorothy Sortman via the funeral home. Jerry will be missed greatly by his family and everyone who knew him. For more information: www.wmrhamilton.com.


 


 

Gladys L. Martin

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gordon J. Halverson

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:54 AM 

DULUTH, Minn. -- Gordon J. Halverson, 81, of 137 E. Ash St., Ironwood, Mich., went to be with the Lord on Friday, Sept. 10, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, while surrounded by his family. He fought a courageous battle with lymphoma and the complications that occurred with it.


 


 

Guillermo Rodriguez Jr., 40

Monday, September 13, 2010 8:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gwendolyn L. Hall

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:51 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Gwendolyn Lois (Wilcox) Hall

Monday, September 13, 2010 11:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

HARVEY E., JR LUTZ

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

LUTZ, HARVEY E., JR.; age 83; of Walled Lake; died September 13, 2010. 


 


 

Harley Daniel Bourlier

Harley Daniel Bourlier, 93, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010. 


 


 

Harold D. Kraatz

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM 

Harold D. Kraatz Harold D. Kraatz, age 80, a resident of Glen Arbor, Michigan for the past seven years and former resident of the Mount Clemens area, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on September 13, 2010. He was born December 29, 1929, to Elmer and Josephine (Dietz) Kraatz in Mount Clemens. On August 16, 1958, Harold was united in marriage with Carol Touscany at Trinity Lutheran Church, Clinton Township. Harold was a wholesale ice cream distributor for Miller Bros. in Mount Clemens for more than 30 years and together with his wife and children operated a roadside stand on Gratiot Avenue selling flowers and pumpkins for 42 years. Harold was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Glen Arbor for seven years and a past member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Clinton Township for 73 years. Mr. Kraatz enjoyed spending time on Little Glen Lake, fishing, enjoying the beautiful views and his grandchildren. He is survived by his children, Richard (Lisa) Kraatz, Sandra (Frank) Linnenbrink, Donald Kraatz and James Kraatz; grandchildren, Matthew, Katie, Jonathon, Joseph and Jenna; his sister, Joan (Lawrence) Glefke and three nephews. Harold was predeceased by his wife Carol; his father Elmer Kraatz; and mother Josephine Kraatz. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, September 17 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 6012 Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI with Pastor Daniel Krause officiating. He will lie instate at the church beginning at noon. Burial will be at Cadillac Memorial Gardens East, Clinton Township. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Glen Arbor or the The Glen Lake Association. P.O. Box 551, Glen Arbor, MI 49636. The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, 305 Sixth St., Traverse City. www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com.


 


 

Harrison J. Rivard, Sr.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM

Harrison J. Rivard, Sr. Harrison J. Rivard, Sr., age 50, of Mount Clemens, died Friday, September 10, 2010. Mr. Rivard is survived by his mother, Barbara Drew; children, Lydia, Harrison J., Jr., Matthew, and Leslie of Seattle, Wash.; siblings, Diane Aejeus, Franklin W. Rivard, Sr., Marybeth Grace, and William P. Rivard of Charleston, S.C. Private interment to be held in the Meade Cemetery.


 


 

Helen Gorski, 84

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Helen Marie Yost

No Description Available! 


 


 

Herbert "Tom" Fox

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:12 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Hilma S. Lehto

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 3:31 AM 

WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Hilma S. Lehto, 98, of Bruce Crossing, died on Monday, Sept. 13, 2010, at Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield.


 


 

Howard O. Bearup

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 9:28 AM 

A memorial service for Howard O. Bearup, of Petoskey, is planned for noon Wednesday, Sept. 15, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan, where Howard had resided. 


 


 

Irene Nemeth

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Irvin J. Decker III

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:29 PM 

April 18, 1943 - Sept. 11, 2010 Irvin J. Decker III age 67 of Mt. Pleasant passed away Saturday Sept. 11, 2010, at Masonic Pathways in Alma. 


 


 

JEWEL B STARNES

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

STARNES, JEWEL B.; age 91; of The Villages, FL; passed away September 11, 2010; at Cornerstone Lane Purcell Hospice Home in Sumterville, FL. 


 


 

JOHN L WASSELL

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

WASSELL, JOHN L.; age 74; of the Villages of Florida, formerly of Waterford; died Monday, September 13, 2010. 


 


 

JUANETHA S WEBSTER

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

WEBSTER, JUANETHA S.; of Pontiac; went home to be with the Lord on September 14, 2010; age 91. 


 


 

Jack E. Zimmerman *

69, of Portland, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. today at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Portland. Arrangements by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland.


 


 

Jackson Sutton Sr

Monday, September 13, 2010 6:43 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jacob L. Vuorenmaa

Monday, September 13, 2010 3:51 AM 

Jacob L. Vuorenmaa, age 44, of 122 Silver Street, Hurley, died Thursday, September 9, 2010, in Duluth.   He was born on November 5, 1965, in Bessemer Township, son of Laurie and Darlene (Harmon) Vuorenmaa. 


 


 

James E. Martin

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:29 PM 

April 13, 1939 – Sept. 12, 2010 James E. Martin, age 71, of Alma, passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at the Gratiot Medical Center.


 


 

James Marlin Reed

Monday, September 13, 2010 9:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

James R. Rainaldo

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 3:25 AM 

DULUTH, Minn. -- James R. Rainaldo, 80, passed away peacefully at Bayshore Health Center in Duluth on Sept., 9, 2010, with his family at his side.


 


 

Janice B. Witherspoon

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:12 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jeanette Lee Chouinard *

63, of Grand Ledge, died Sept. 7. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home, Lansing. 


 


 

Joan D. Howe

No Description Available! 


 


 

John K. Cupp

Monday, September 13, 2010 5:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Jonah F. Chrisman

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 11:23 AM 

Jonah F. Chrisman Jonah F. Chrisman, age 15, died September 11, 2010. Beloved son of Rick and Lynn Chrisman. Loving brother of Caleb and Luke. Will be dearly missed by his loving grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles and many friends. Jonah was a student at Stevenson High School in Sterling Heights. Donations preferred to the Liddy Shriver Sarcoma Initiative. Visitation Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Road. Instate Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of 10:30 a.m. Celebration of Life at Woodside Bible Church, 6600 Rochester Road (between Square Lake and South Boulevard). Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Joseph Herron

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM

Joseph Herron Joseph Herron, age 85, died September 12, 2010. Beloved husband of Shirley. Loving father of Jim (Barbara), Pat (Mark) Emery, Julie (Ray) Arbuckle and the late Daniel. Proud grandfather of Jordan, Janelle, Whitney, Kelsey, Andrew and Luke. Visitation Thursday, 3-9 p.m. with 7:30 p.m. Scripture service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Friday, instate 9 a.m. at St. Blase Church, 12151 15 Mile Road (between Dodge Park and Schoenherr) until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Judith Helmholdt, 66

Monday, September 13, 2010 8:54 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Kimberly Jean Reaume April 10, 1983-Sept. 10, 2010

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 12:18 PM

Kimberly Jean Reaume was born in Monroe, Michigan on April 10, 1983. 


 


 

Kirt D. Weaver *

39, of Howell, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. Friday at Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel, Fowlerville. 


 


 

LAVERN (Vern) P SCHWARTZ

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:20 AM

SCHWARTZ, LAVERN (Vern) P.; of Pontiac; September 8, 2010; at the age of 82. 


 


 

LEEETTE E HUMBAUGH

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

HUMBAUGH, LEEETTE E: age 91; LeeEtte was born on August 13, 1919; in Pontiac, Michigan & passed on September 12, 2010; in White Lake, Michigan.


 


 

LaVerne L. Fisk July 31, 1918-Aug. 30, 2010

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 12:26 PM 

LaVerne L. Fisk, 92, of Cozad, Neb., formerly of Monroe, passed from this earth on Aug. 30, 2010. 


 


 

Larry Demmon

Larry Demmon, 71, of Ludington, passed away at home. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Leslie Robert Terryn

No Description Available! 


 


 

Letizia 'Tish' Pitrone

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 3:29 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Letizia "Tish" Pitrone, 93, passed away peacefully at the Westgate Living Assistance Center on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010. 


 


 

Lilah B. Haase

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

No Description Available! 


 


 

Linda Sue Gillum Dec. 27, 1957-Sept. 12, 2010

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 12:26 PM 

Linda Sue Johnson was born in Montgomery, W. Va. on Dec. 27, 1957. 


 


 

Linda Sue Gillum Sept. 12, 2010

Monday, September 13, 2010 11:40 AM

Linda Sue Gillum, 52, of LaSalle died at 3 p.m. Sunday at her home. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

Lloyd W. Bearup *

75, of Ludington, laborer, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie Chapel. 


 


 

Loretta 'Laura' Gasior

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM 

Loretta 'Laura' Gasior Loretta "Laura" Gasior, age 87, of Warren, died on Sunday, September 12, 2010, at Henry Ford Hospice Warren. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 22, 1922. She is survived by her son, Donald (Joyce); daughters, Cynthia Kraft van Ermel, Loraine (David) Kenny and Rev. Jaclyn Gasior. Also surviving is sister, Dorothy Aditays; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at the Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren, Michigan. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, noon, September 16, 2010, at St. Edmunds Catholic Church, 14025 12 Mile Road, Warren. Instate at 11:30 a.m. Memorials to Henry Ford Hospice appreciated. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org.


 


 

Louis Dykstra, 83

Monday, September 13, 2010 8:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available!


 


 

Lupe Mirelez Rosas

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 10:35 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

MARGIE M. CLANCY

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

CLANCY, MARGIE M.; September 13, 2010; age 86. 


 


 

Margaret A. 'Marg' Frigo

Monday, September 13, 2010 3:53 AM 

ONALASKA, Wis. -- Margaret A. "Marg" Frigo, 64, of Onalaska, Wis., died peacefully at home with her family at her side on Friday, Sept. 10, 2010. 


 


 

Margaret Ann Waltenburg

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:59 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Margaret E. Crowe Nov. 17, 1920-Sept. 11, 2010

Monday, September 13, 2010 11:40 AM 

Crowe, Margaret E., age 89, of Lewiston, MI, formerly of Milan, died Saturday, September 11, 2010 at Mercy Hospital in Grayling. 


 


 

Marian M. Marshall

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Marie E. Finholm

Marie E. Finholm, 88, of Ludington, died Sept. 13 at Tendercare. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Marjory Ann Kerr

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:59 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Marvin Bonzelaar, 87

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Mary Elizabeth Cuthbertson

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:59 AM 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Mary Jacqueline 'Jackie' Bates

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 9:30 AM 

Mary Jacqueline "Jackie" Bates was born on June 22, 1928, to Mary (Lett) and Fred Safford of Boyne City.


 


 

Matthew L. Nipper

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:52 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

No Description Available! 


 


 

Melodie A. Haverkate *

52, of St. Johns, Amera Mortgage Corp. East Lansing branch manager, died Monday. Visitation 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns. 


 


 

Michael A. Czarnecki

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM 

Michael A. Czarnecki Michael A. Czarnecki, age 48, of Grosse Pointe Woods, died September 11, 2010, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved husband of Frances. Loving father of Victoria and Michael T. Dearest son of Michael J. and Beverly; son-in-law of Victoria Coppola (the late Cataldo). Dear brother of Debra (Steven) Shea, Cindy (Peter) Spaunburg and Paul (Joetha) Czarnecki. Also survived by his many loving family members and friends. Visitation Tuesday, 4-9 p.m. and Wednesday, 1-9 p.m. with prayers Wednesday 7 p.m. at the Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, Inc., 16300 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe. Funeral Thursday; instate 9:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral 10 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 21620 Mack Avenue, St. Clair Shores. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), 2141 Rosecrans Ave - Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245 or www.pancan.org would be appreciated. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org.


 


 

Mildred R. Happel

Monday, September 13, 2010 9:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

No Description Available! 


 


 

Muriel Dwain Hunt

Muriel Dwain Hunt, 80, of Flint, passed away peacefully at his home, after a long illness on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010. 


 


 

Nancy Louise Beason

No Description Available! 


 


 

Nila DeWolf

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM

Nila DeWolf Nila DeWolf, age 89, of Armada died September 14, 2010. Nila was born in Unionville, the daughter of Julius and Leota (nee Neal) Heidt. On April 25, 1942, Nila married George DeWolf. Nila is survived by children, Michael (Markel) DeWolf of Armada, Susan (Jack) Richter of Clinton Township, George (Nancy) DeWolf of Bozeman, Mont., Jeanette (Kurt) Mongeau of Kalamazoo, Caroline (Andy) Szalay of Armada, Renee (Choice) Ryon of Oneida, Tenn., Mark DeWolf of Detroit, André (Heike) DeWolf of Cocoa, Fla. and Neal (Stephanie) DeWolf of St. Clair Shores; 19 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and brothers, Bob (Sally) Heidt and Ted Heidt. Nila was predeceased by her husband, George, in 1966. Funeral service is 10 a.m. Friday, September 17, 2010, at Tiffany-Young and Hauss Funeral Home, 73919 North Avenu, Armada. Burial in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Detroit. Visitation is Thursday 2-8 p.m. www.haussfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Obituary: Bertha O'Connor, 87, of Greenville passed away on Sept. 1, 2010

Bertha O'Connor, 87, of Greenville passed away on Sept. 1, 2010 at Greenville Spectrum Health Rehab and Nursing Center under the loving care of her family and Hospice.


 


 

Obituary: Catheine I Small (Chrisman) formerly of Ionia

Catheine I Small (Chrisman) formerly of Ionia passed away on Tuesday Aug. 31, 2010 in Pheonix AZ. 


 


 

Obituary: Donald Edward Shattuck, 78 of Ionia

Donald Edward Shattuck, age 78 of Ionia passed away September 3, 2010 in Ionia. 


 


 

Obituary: Eleanor B. Cassette, 88 of Otsego

Eleanor B. Cassette, 88 of Otsego, passed away, Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010 in Kalamazoo. 


 


 

Obituary: Eva Mae Fallis, age 85, formerly of Saranac

Eva Mae Fallis, age 85 formerly of Saranac, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: Geraldine I. "Gerry" Shafer, 98, of Ionia

Geraldine I. "Gerry" Shafer, 98, of Ionia passed away Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: Jackie L. Plaster, 50, of Greenville

Jackie L. Plaster, 50, of Greenville passed away Monday, Aug. 30, 2010 in Grand Rapids. 


 


 

Obituary: James H. 'Jim' Wheaton, 78

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Obituary: John A. Schluckbier, 60, of Ionia

John A. Schluckbier, 60, of Ionia, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: Joyce Potocny, 75, of Muir

Joyce Potocny, 75, of Muir passed away Thursday evening Sept. 2, 2010 under the loving care of her family.


 


 

Obituary: Laurel G. Bailey, 97

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 11:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Obituary: Lawrence E. Wiggins, 79, of Perry

Lawrence E. Wiggins, 79, of Perry, passed away Aug. 30, 2010 in Owosso. 


 


 

Obituary: Louella M. Meyers, age 88 of Lyons

Louella M. Meyers age 88, of Ionia, formerly of Lyons, passed away Sept. 7, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: Margaret A. Kucharek

Monday, September 13, 2010 12:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Obituary: Mary Jane Collier, 88, of Ionia

Mary Jane Collier, age 88, of Grove City, Ohio, formerly of Ionia, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010.


 


 

Obituary: Raymond Oren Reidt, 64, of Ionia

Raymond Oren Reidt, 64, of Ionia passed away Sept. 2, 2010 in Grand Rapids. 


 


 

Obituary: Richard D. 'Dick' Cook, 73

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 10:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Obituary: Tina Magee, age 44, of Lake Odessa

Tina Magee, age 44, of Lake Odessa, was called Home early Monday morning, September 6, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: for Robert Stewart, 89 of Ionia

Robert Stewart age 89, of Ionia passed away Sept, 9, 2010 in Grand Rapids. 


 


 

Orville A. Hartsell

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 1:44 PM 

Mr. Orville A. Hartsell, 68, of Johannesburg, died Sept. 9, 2010, at his home. 


 


 

PAUL FREDERICK BARRETT

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

BARRETT, PAUL FREDERICK; age 69; passed away September 13, 2010. 


 


 

Patricia Joe (VanderMoere) Haueter

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Pearlie Mae Holloway *

77, of Lansing, died Sept. 3. Graveside services 3 p.m. Thursday at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Lansing. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. 


 


 

Phyllis Covey *

68, of Lansing, retired Waverly Schools teacher, died Sept.8. Memorial services 2 p.m. today at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel.


 


 

R. V. "Bob" Roof *

86, of Houghton Lake, formerly of St. Johns, retired Sealed Power employee, died Tuesday. Private services will be held at Chapel Hill Cemetery, Lansing. Arrangements by Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake Chapel. 


 


 

RITA MARGARET BAYLEY

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:20 AM 

BAYLEY, RITA MARGARET; age 89; of Royal Oak; September 12, 2010. 


 


 

ROBERT "BOB" MINNICH

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

MINNICH, ROBERT "BOB"; went home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2010. Married to Lynn for 40 years; beloved father of Jason (Grace) Minnich, Brian Minnich and Lynnette (Sean) Strickland; father-in-law of Matt Strickland; also survived by seven grandchildren, Kody, Samantha, Kyle, Jasmine, Stephanie, Marie and Johnny.


 


 

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Raymond Poupore

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM 

Raymond Poupore Raymond Poupore passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 12, 2010. He was born April 5, 1928. Ray was married to the love of his life, Blanche, for 54 years. Blanche went home to the Lord in 2006. Ray was a kind and generous spirit. He lived a full life enjoying his family. Ray is survived by children, Raymond J. "R.J.," Susan (Andrew) Dine, and Becky (Jim) Courtois; and grandchildren, Nicole (Jim) Maendel, Monique (Alin) Dragoiu, Danielle (Bill) Ryan, Michael and Amy Poupore, Amanda and Christopher Dine, James, Chelsea, Lacey, and Hayley Courtois; and seven great-grandchildren, Gavin, Merrick and Kai Maendel, Cristian and Sophia Dragoiu, Cole and Trey Ryan. Ray had a distinguished career with the International Union Operating Engineers Local 324 serving as business manager from 1980 to 1988. He also served as chairman of the DNR for the state of Michigan under governors Blanchard and Engler. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday September 18, 2010. Ray's family will be greeting family and friends at 9:30 a.m., service at 10 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 37635 Dequindre, Troy, MI 48083.


 


 

Richard Matthew Szerszen March 14, 1964-Sept. 8, 2010

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 12:18 PM 

Richard Matthew Szerszen was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 14, 1964. 


 


 

Rickey James Williams

Ricky "Rick" James Williams, 60, of Arcadia, died Sunday, Sept. 12. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bear Lake is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Rita Margaret Bayley

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Robert Carter III

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM 

Robert Carter III Robert "Bobby" Carter III, age 31, passed away on September 13, 2010. Loving son of Pat (the late Jerry) Whitt, and the late Robert P. Jr. Beloved nephew of Tom (JoAnn), Bob (Margaret), Paul (Sue), Jim (Mary) Cieslak, and Mary (Mike) Prabel. Dear stepbrother to Karen (Bob) McMasters. Uncle to four, cousin to many - well loved by all. Visitation at the Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper, St. Clair Shores (between 12 Mile and 13 Mile roads) on Wednesday 6-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-9 p.m. with Scriptures at 7 p.m. Funeral Friday, St. Athanasius. Instate 10 a.m. and Mass at 10:30 a.m. Memorial contributions to Karmanos or Children's Hospital of Detroit. Share memories at vanfuneral.com.


 


 

Robert J. Curtis

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 PM

Robert J. Curtis Robert J. Curtis, age 86, a lifelong Roseville resident, died Sunday, September 12, 2010, at Mount Clemens Regional Medical Center. Mr. Curtis retired from the City of Roseville where he worked as a supervisor in the Parks and Recreations Department. His passion was working as a Karing Klown for terminally ill and disadvantaged children. Mr. Curtis was predeceased by his wife Marie and his siblings Delores, Mildred, Marion, Dorothy, William, Norman, Arnold, and Theresa. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Eleanor Curtis, and is the beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, September 15, 2010, from 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Robert Joseph Banek Jr. Sept. 13, 2010

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 12:26 PM 

Robert Joseph Banek Jr., 50, of Monroe died Monday afternoon at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. 


 


 

Robert K. "Bob" Teuthorn

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Robert Lee Rummer II

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Ronald Kulik

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 1:44 PM 

Mr. Ronald Kulik, 68, of Gaylord, died Sept. 12, 2010 at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.


 


 

Ronald Trombley, 66

Monday, September 13, 2010 12:25 PM 

Ronald Trombley, 66, of East Jordan, died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.


 


 

Rosella Nykamp, 79

Monday, September 13, 2010 8:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Rosemary Mann, 72

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 8:04 AM 

Mrs. Rosemary Mann, age 72, of Cedar Springs, formerly of Charlevoix, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 12, at Metron of Cedar Springs, following a brave and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis.


 


 

Roy Kelley Bates

Roy Kelley Bates, age 57, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 at the James Cartwright Care Center in Saginaw, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.


 


 

Ruth Ann Summers *

89, of Vermontville, retired Sears cashier, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at Sunfield United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. 


 


 

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Shari S. Sharpley-Brown

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 8:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Simon Wareck, 87

Monday, September 13, 2010 12:25 PM 

Simon Wareck, 87 of Petoskey, died Sept. 12, 2010, at the Faith Hospice Trillium Woods in Grand Rapids. 


 


 

Stella Rose (Hendges) Somers

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Thomas Bruch *

64, of Charlotte, died Sunday. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. 


 


 

Thomas K. Christensen *

56, of Haslett, truck driver, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, East Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing.


 


 

Thomas R. Koechle

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 3:05 AM - Zac Britton

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Tonya K. Britt-Walker

Monday, September 13, 2010 9:23 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Stella Rose (Hendges) Somers Stella Rose (nee Hendges) Somers, 93, went home into the loving presence of Jesus on Friday, September 10, 2010, surrounded by her family and accompanied by their prayers and songs and joy. Born March 21, 1917, in Traverse City, MI, to John and Rose Hendges, Stella grew up in Lansing, MI, where she graduated from Lansing Central High School. She married Arthur Jacob Somers on February 7, 1947, and her primary vocation was as loving wife and mother of Cecilia, Patricia, and Gary. After her husband's unexpected death in 1957, she attended East Lansing Trinity Church, which became a spiritual home for the young widow and her three children. Stella's love for Jesus was the strength and light of the rest of her long life. In addition to being a homemaker, she also worked several secretarial jobs, eventually retiring from her job at, in 1983. Shortly after that, she moved to Essex, MA, to live with her son, Gary, and his wife and family. She was a loving mother-in-law and grandmother in their household. She was also an active member of North Shore Community Baptist Church. In 1995, the whole family moved to Phoenix. Stella joined Desert Springs Bible Church, where she made many friends and was much beloved. In 2007, she moved into Bethesda Gardens Assisted Living, enjoying her lovely apartment and participating in many of the activities for residents. All her life, Stella blessed her family and friends with her gentle spirit of love, thoughtfulness, and great faith. She always became a favorite, special person wherever she went. Stella is survived by her children, Cecilia (husband Woody), Dr. Patricia, and Dr. Gary (wife Gayle); her grandchildren, Dr. Susan Somers-Willett (husband Ernie Cline), Geneva (fiancé Eric), Gary Arthur, and Leah (fiancé Tyler); her only great-grandchild, Libby; her sister-in-law, Margaret Hendges; nephew, Ken; and niece, Lois Ann (husband Gerry). In death she joins her beloved husband, Arthur; son, Alan; brother, Charlie; and son-in-law, Mark Willett. A memorial celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2010, 1:30 p.m. at Bethesda Gardens Assisted Living, 13825 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, 85022. Interment at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery will be a private family ceremony. Donations can be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, in recognition of Stella's status as a forty-year survivor.


 


 

WALTER C. "WALLY" BLOME

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 5:47 AM 

BLOME, WALTER C. "WALLY"; age 89; of White Lake; died September 14, 2010. 


 


 

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William A. Dunstan, 84

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 9:31 AM 

William A. Dunstan, 84, of Petoskey, passed away today, Sept. 15, 2010, at his home. 


 


 

William R. Knight

William R. Knight, age 53, of Gladwin, passed away on Aug. 26, 2010 at his home surrounded by his family and hospice.


 


 

Wilma Van Wieren, 96

Monday, September 13, 2010 8:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

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ZYWICKI, LUKE ANTHONY

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:20 AM 

ZYWICKI, LUKE ANTHONY; first born and beloved son of Celeste Ann Zywicki; brought into this world August 8, 2010 and into Gods hands on September 12, 2010. 


 


 

Zaragosa T. Vargas

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 10:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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"Billy" William Nathaniel Grant Jr.

"Billy" William Nathaniel Grant Jr., 72, of Beaverton, passed away after a long illness on Monday, Aug. 30, 2010.

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