Monday, October 11, 2010

Michigan Obituaries 10/11/10


 

Albert Adam Witkowski, 85

Monday, October 11, 2010 9:35 AM 

Albert Adam Witkowski, 85, of Petoskey, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010.


 


 

Anderson, Michael Anthony

Anderson Michael Anthony Michael is survived by Sally Anderson, mother, Tanya M. Anderson, wife, Michael and Daniel Anderson, sons, Michelle R. Jackson, daughter (James) and James III, Isaac T., grandchildren. Home Going Service on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Ward African Methodist Episcopal Church 1177 West 25th Street, Los Angeles, California 90007, (213 747-1367).


 


 

Baker, Robert

Baker Robert Age 69, of Linden, died October 2, 2010. Funeral Service: 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 5 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden. Visitation 12 p.m. Tuesday until service. Contributions: American Cancer Society. www.sharpfuneralhomes.com


 


 

Barczi, Yolanda I.

Barczi Yolanda I. October 2, 2010, age 90, of Allen Park. Preceded in death by husband, Steve. Loving aunt of Ronald (Arlene) Zecsei. Visitation Monday 12:30 p.m. until time of service 5:00 p.m at John Molnar Funeral Home, 14032 Northline, Southgate. www.molnarfuneralhome.com


 


 

Bessie Elliott-Everett

Bessie Elliott-Everett Battle Creek Bessie Elliott-Everett, 88, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2010 at Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence in Battle Creek. She was born December 13, 1921 in Kalamazoo, MI the daughter of Claude and Ruth (Mastin) DeLong. She married the late Oliver Elliott on Sept. 15, 1937 in Auburn, IN and the marriage ended in divorce. On August 21, 1943 Bessie married the late William Everett in Battle Creek, MI. She attended Norton School in Maple Grove and farmed there for many years. Bessie enjoyed crocheting, reading, traveling, fishing, bird watching and reading wildlife magazines. Bessie especially enjoyed visiting her grandchildren. She was a former member of the Salvation Army and volunteered at the V.A. Medical Center in Battle Creek. She was a member of the Rhema Word Outreach Center. She is survived by sons, Martin (Judy) Elliott, Fredrick (Ruth) Everett and William (Judy) Everett; daughter, Ruth (Thomas) Witzki; 14 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; 10 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands; parents; son, Neal Elliott; brothers, Clyde and Merrill DeLong; granddaughter, Denise Donley; and grandson, Andy Elliott. Visitation will be held at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service on Monday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service with Pastor Steven Witzki and Pastor Cheryl Jones of Rhema Word Outreach Center officiating. Burial will be at the Hicks Cemetery in Pennfield Twp., MI. Memorial tributes may be made to Lifespan-Good Samaritan Hospice Care, Rhema Word Outreach Building Fund or Salvation Army. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269)965-5145


 


 

Bobby Tyrone Ruffin

Bobby Tyrone Ruffin Battle Creek Peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, October 5, 2010. Services will be held on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 12:00 noon with an 11:00 a.m. family hour from the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Timothy Troxler officiating. Interment to follow with full military honors in Fort Custer National Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49007 BATTLE CREEK ARRANGEMENT OFFICE 235 North Ave. Battle Creek, MI 49017 (269) 488- 2401


 


 

Bushnell, Samuel

Bushnell Samuel October 1, 2010. Beloved husband of Colleen for 66 years. Loving father of Linda Wall, Alan Bushnell, Ronnie (Andrea) Bushnell and Roger (Robert Moore) Bushnell. Dear brother of Albert Bushnell. Loving grandfather of 4 and great-grandfather of 5. Visitation Monday 4-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel of Voran Funeral Home (5900 Allen Rd). Funeral Wednesday October 6, 2010, 10 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment Parkview Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook and share memories at www.voranfuneralhome.com


 


 

CHRISTOPHER W. DISHON

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

DISHON, CHRISTOPHER W.; age 41; of White Lake; passed away on October 7, 2010. Christopher was a 1987 graduate from Walled Lake Central High School, and then went on to graduate from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor's in business and finance. 


 


 

Clarey, Rita Mae

Clarey Rita Mae July 22, 1926 - October 1, 2010. Rita's spirit has risen to heaven to meet her God, her husband and eldest son who preceded her in death. Soon she will be a part of a very special and long awaited McCrady Reunion with her parents and 10 brothers and sisters. Her death will bring to close a generation whose memories we will all cherish. Her last days were spent in the peace and comfort of her home in Sparks, Nevada with her daughter Peggy Clarey and son-in-law, Fred Conner. Rita was born at the farm on Pumping Station Road. Fairfield County, Ohio. She grew up in Sugar Grove, Ohio, attended and graduated from Berne Union School in Sugar Grove, Ohio. Rita was the youngest child born to Charles and Rosemary (Shonebarger) McCrady. Rita was married to Wilbert A. Clarey for 56 years before his death in 2006. At that time she moved to Nevada to live with her only daughter. She had four children: Daniel (Linda), Peggy (Fred), Bruce (Alise), and Andrew (Laura). She had six male grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was a Nurses Aid at Garden City Osteopathic Hospital for over 20 Years. G.C.O.H. is located less that one block from the family Home on Cardwell Street, Garden City, Michigan. Her interests included playing cards, bingo, casino gambling and creating Jewelry Pictures. With "Web", she became an active and enthusiastic member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, starting in the mid 50's at Johnsons Post #78, on Joy Road in Detroit, Michigan, and ending her service at Battle Born Post #9211 on VFW Historic Lane in Reno, Nevada. She was anointed by Father Norman King from the Immaculate Conception Church. Her remains will be at the Glen Eden Memorial Park, Livonia, Michigan. Instead of flowers or gifts, remembrances can be PAID FORWARD.


 


 

DORIS E. GRAUSTEIN

Monday, October 11, 2010 2:28 AM 

GRAUSTEIN, DORIS E.; October 9, 2010; age 87. 


 


 

DOROTHY L HADAC

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

HADAC, DOROTHY L.; September 16, 2010; age 88; of Oxford formerly of Northville and Wolverine Lake. Beloved wife of the late Henry J. Hadac; dear mother of Sid Acker of Arlington, TX, Holly Hadac of Oxford, Gary Hadac of Milford and Carol Green of Oxford; loving grandmother of Kristina and Jeffrey Hadac, Amy Green, Brandon Bartley, Jeff and Scott Acker and Lori Cole.


 


 

Daryl E. Allen

Monday, October 11, 2010 12:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Delsie P. Stewart *

92, of Owosso, died Friday. Services 1 p.m. Tuesday at Miller-Schapmire Funeral Home, Hartford, Ky. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso.


 


 

Derry Dean Breault

Derry Dean Breault, age 62, of Gladwin, passed away on Oct. 4, 2010 after a short illness. He was born March 21, 1948 in Gladwin, to William and Maxine (Nickless) Breault.


 


 

Donald Dean Cremeans *

84, of Lake City, formerly of Holt, retired, employee, died Sunday. Memorial services 1 p.m. Saturday at Young Funeral Home, Lake City.


 


 

Dori Dennis Foster *

91, of Lansing, died Friday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Doris L. Wilcox *

79, of Lansing, retired Sparrow Hospital nurse, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

Dr. Lawrence E. Woodhams

Monday, October 11, 2010 12:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Duane Slayton

Duane Slayton Ceresco Duane Slayton, 67, died, Friday, October 8, 2010, at his home. Duane was born on March 31, 1943, in Battle Creek to Richard and AdaMay (Binger) Slayton. He graduated from Harper Creek High School in 1961. He lived in the Ceresco area his whole life. On June 29, 1979, he married Cheri White in Marshall. She survives. Duane worked for the Eaton Corporation for 39 years. He also worked for the Railroad, Michigan Carton, and Ray Farms in Ceresco. He was a member of the Marshall Moose Lodge #676, NSRA, and the NRA. Duane enjoyed NASCAR, street rod, motorcycles, going to the casino, playing cards and doing the daily Sudoku puzzles. He also enjoyed traveling to Florida in the winter. He is survived and loved by his devoted wife and best friend of 33 years Cheri of Ceresco, children Julie (Terry) Thompson, Karen Willet, Diane Nilson, Brent (Nicole) Slayton, grandchildren Timothy Nilson, Joshua Thompson, Victoria Thompson, Callie Slayton, and Myla Slayton. He is also survived by his father Richard Slayton, brothers Bill (Pat) Slayton, Ed (Sally) Slayton, sisters Joyce (Allen) Sutfin, Deb (Bob) Beltz, sister-in-law Judy (Mike) Slayton-Bird, extended family Marion White, Bev Smith, Jim and Mary Whiting, Chuck and Sue White, Gene and Carol Tucker, Larry White, Vicki Russell, and former wife Carol Wilson Smith. He was preceded in death by his mother AdaMay Slayton, brother Rick Slayton, Sister Eudora (Dorrie) Slayton-Gregg, extended family Charles White, and Irvin (Pink) Smith. Visitation will take place at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home on Monday from 2-8p.m. with family present to greet friends from 2-4p.m. and 6-8p.m. Funeral services celebrating his life will take place at 11a.m. on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home with Pastor Marvin Savolo officiating. Interment will follow at Newton Cemetery. Family request memorial contributions be made to the, Calhoun County, Team Family Ties. Assistance with memorials is available at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Leave a personal message for the family and sign the online guest book at


 


 

ED SANTALA

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

SANTALA, ED; of Clarkston; October 7, 2010; age 68. Husband of Sharron for 48 years; father of Shari (Don) Erdmann of TX and Kristin (Greg) Schmidt of Clarkston; "Papa" of Ryan, Justin, Joel, Derek, Abby, Carter and Hannah; brother of Ted (Linda) of Clarkston, Kathryn (Terry) St. Amour of Grand Blanc, Jim (Sarah) of Flushing and Jeanne (Rob) Santala-Rose of Clarkston; also survived by several nieces and nephews; brother-in-law of Al (Gari) Monroe of Grass Lake, Dave Monroe of Oxford and Nancy Monroe of Pontiac.


 


 

EILEEN M NELLES

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

NELLES, EILEEN M. nee BRINKER; of Waterford; October 7, 2010; at 84 years of age. Wife of the late Thomas (1997). Loving mother of Diane Lindsay, Thomas (Ramona) Nelles, Jr., Lori A. Nelles and the late Mark A. Nelles; beloved sister of Phyllis (Burt) Fangel, William (Marilyn) Brinker and the late Howard Brinker; sister-in-law of Eileen (Joe) Kutcher and Lee Nelles Leonhardy; dear grandmother of Nicole Nelles, Troy Nelles and Alexa Lindsay; special aunt to Kevin (Mary) Fangel; and many other nieces and nephews.


 


 

Elaine Smith, 78

Sunday, October 10, 2010 9:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Elliott, SR. Gretchen, R.S.M.

Elliott SR. Gretchen, R.S.M. Age 69. October 3, 2010. Survived by five sisters, two brothers, and many nieces and nephews. Welcome Service Tuesday 1 p.m. with visitation until 8:30 p.m. at McAuley Center, 28750 W. 11 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Prayer Service Tuesday at 7 p.m. In state Wednesday 9 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at Mercy Center Chapel, 28650 W. 11 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Arrangements by McCabe Funeral Home.


 


 

Evelyn R. Hart

Monday, October 11, 2010 12:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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FRANK J NOVOTNEY

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

NOVOTNEY, FRANK J.; of Waterford, formerly of Pontiac; died October 8, 2010; at age 96. He was born September 24, 1914 in Seelyville, Indiana the son of the late Paul and Anna Novotney. Beloved husband of the late Bernice Novotney of 57 years; loving father of Gary (Kay) Novotney, Linda (Jerome) Kemp, Michael Novotney (Barb LaClair), and Roger (Cynthia) Novotney; dear grandfather of Sarah Novotney; dearest brother of Helen Laclave. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.


 


 

Flagg, Barbara Jean

Flagg Barbara Jean October 1, 2010. Age 88. Beloved wife of the late Warren, Sr. Dear mother of Warren (the late Katie), Catherine, David (Jill), Paul, Michael (Greg), and Steve (Monica). Cherished grandmother of 12 and great-grandmother of seven. Sister of the late Sylvia Pitonyak. The family wishes to thank her many caregivers at Boulevard Hills. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward, (between 13-14 Mile), Wednesday 9 a.m. until Funeral service at 1 p.m. Family suggests memorial tributes to Alzheimer's Association. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com.


 


 

Francis R. "Dick" Masseau *

63, of Lansing, St. Joseph Catholic Church and School maintenance worker, died Thursday. Services 10 a.m. today at St. Mary Cathedral, Lansing. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel.


 


 

Frank Mac Goodell *

85, of Lansing, retired building contractor, died Friday. Visitation 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Frank Oprsal

Monday, October 11, 2010 9:50 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Fred Evolino *

83, of Okemos, retired aircraft machinist, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Martha Catholic Church, Okemos. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing.


 


 

George P. Hanley *

92, of St. Johns, retired, (Detroit) automotive and mechanical engineer, died Friday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns.


 


 

Gloria (Clark) Barnett

Monday, October 11, 2010 9:54 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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HAZEL ELOISE STRALL

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

STRALL, HAZEL ELOISE; (Mama's Mexican Hotspot); age 81; formerly of Holly died Fri. Oct. 8, 2010. Funeral Services will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday October 12, 2010 at the Dryer Funeral Home, Holly. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday.


 


 

Hollyer, Lawrence C.

Hollyer Lawrence C. 79, of Farmington, September 26, 2010. Beloved husband of Shirley for 59 years. Dear father of Michael, Linda, Larry, Laura and Gordon. Proud "Papa" of Jason, Jeffrey, Jessica, Jacob and Joseph. Dear brother of Phyllis, Barbara and Edward. A simple cremation has taken place. No public services are planned. Arrangements by Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, downtown Farmington (248) 474-5200. heeney-sundquist.com


 


 

Howrani, Ameen

Howrani Ameen Age 69, passed away on October 2, 2010. Beloved husband of Arlene for 30 years. Loving father to Ara Howrani and Ana (Joel) Howrani Heeres. Survivors include brothers Faris (Carlene) Howrani, John (Terri) Howrani, and sister Mary Catherine (Duane) Ashley, as well as brother-in-law Kenneth Yagoobian. He was predeceased by his parents Catherine and Adeeb Howrani. Also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Ameen will be remembered for changing the look of photography by capturing the powerful faces of everyday people in a compelling way. He will also be remembered for his charisma and the way he touched people on a personal level. At the time of his death, Ameen was working on a book, a 40-year retrospective of his photography in Detroit. A memorial for Ameen will be held on Friday, October 8, 5-9 p.m. at his studio. Remembrance at 7 p.m., with Reception to follow. Information to come at Ameen's Memorial regarding in lieu of flowers. To submit memories of Ameen, visit his Facebook page.


 


 

JANE GRBA

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

GRBA, JANE; wife of the recently deceased George Grba; died on October 7, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. She is survived by her daughters, Sherry Russo and Lori Broesamle. She was 81 years old. Jane was pushed into the political world when her husband ran for office several times. She worked for over 20 years for the Kmart Corporation.


 


 

JEAN MARIE MCMAHAN

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

MCMAHAN, JEAN MARIE; age 78; of Madison Heights; passed away on October 8, 2010. She was born on August 9, 1932 in Detroit. She enjoyed doing crafts, sewing, and has donated 270 quilts to various children's hospitals. Beloved wife of Davie for 60 years; dearest mother of Jerry (Teresa) McMahan and Cindy (Keith) Olson; loving grandmother of David, Karen, and Laura; sister of June (Val) Stankiewicz.


 


 

JIM AND PAT LYONS

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

In Loving Memory of JIM AND PAT LYONS God saw you getting tired, When a cure was not to be. So He wrapped his arms around you, and whispered, "Come to me." You didn't deserve what you went through, So He gave you rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best. And when I saw you sleeping, So peaceful and free from pain I could not wish you back To suffer that again. Missing you still... From our hearts to yours! Love, your family & friends


 


 

JOAN (Nee CLARKE) HAMILTON

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

HAMILTON, JOAN (Nee CLARKE). Loving wife of the late James of 62 years with whom she shared a wonderful life, passed away October 5, 2010. Preceded in death by her mother and father, Margaret and Ronald R. Clarke; and her brother, Ronald R. Clarke Jr. Survived by her daughter, Heather of Detroit; and son, James; and daughter-in-law, Carla Nierman of Bradenton, FL. Also survived by sister-in-law, Elizabeth Weiss; and dearest cousin, June Dreissigaker.


 


 

JOE WESLEY MORGAN

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

MORGAN, JOE WESLEY; age 75; of Auburn Hills; September 25, 2010. Dear father of Deborah Harrell, Carole (Don) Powell, Patricia (Bill) Meachum, Carolyn (Dave) Smeznik, Joe Morgan, Jr. and Jason Morgan; grandfather of Jenna Powell and Lindsay Harrell; brother of Michael (Robin) King, Betty Roth, and Patricia Stiff (Jay). Joe was a former president of the Birmingham Gun Club. At Joe's request no public Services will be held. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com


 


 

JON WESLEY ROBB

Monday, October 11, 2010 2:28 AM 

ROBB, JON WESLEY; age 63; of West Bloomfield; passed away October 10, 2010.


 


 

JUDITH ANN LEE

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

LEE, JUDITH ANN; age 69; of Lapeer, formerly of Pontiac; died October 8, 2010. She was born March 12, 1941 in Winchester, Indiana to Ray and Helen (Sipe) Ross. Judith had a passion for helping people in need which led to her career in nursing. 


 


 

JUNE E RANSOM

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

RANSOM, JUNE E.; September 29, 2010; in AZ; born June, 12, 1924; daughter Traci Todum of AZ; 2 grandsons; 3 grandchildren; siblings, Earl (Martha) Sawyer, Edna Ball, Shirley Perue and Barbara Peters. Preceded in death, son Ronald Dagenais. Extended family, Deborah (Joseph Hampton), Valerie (David) Garnett and Stephen Ransom; 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren. June retired from Bell Telephone in 1983 and Loemans in 2004.


 


 

Jaber, Jacob J.

Jaber Jacob J. Age 98 of Southfield. October 2, 2010. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (d. 2003). Loving father of Pauline (Jerry Sr.) Wakefield, Frances Kennady, Margaret Jaber, Barbara (Dan) Kuzniar, Judy Williams and the late Garrie Jaber. Cherished grandfather of nine, great-grandfather of ten and great-great-grandfather of one. Dear brother of Josephine Shaw. Funeral Wednesday, October, 6th (time pending) at St. Alexander Catholic Church 27835 Shiawassee (btw. Inkster and Middlebelt) Farmington Hills. Visitation Monday 4:00-8:00 p.m. and Tuesday 2:00-8:00 p.m., with an evening Rosary, at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Road, (just north of Grand River) downtown Farmington 248-474-5200. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials suggested to Angela Hospice. heeney-sundquist.com


 


 

JoAnne Lucas *

60, of Lansing, died Sunday. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

Joan G. Brown

Monday, October 11, 2010 6:46 AM 

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John A. Silander Sr.

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Jones, Constance Rosemary

Jones Constance Rosemary Was born on August 9, 1974 in Detroit, MI. The daughter of Sheila Jones and Joseph Jones. She was later raised by Johnnie Wilson and Robert Payne. Constance had a love for music and her discount shopping. She is also survived by many loving family members and friends. Connie you will be missed and loved always!! Funeral 11 a.m. at Caver Memorial Funeral Home, 19301 Van Dyke, 313-892-8300.


 


 

Joseph J. Chye

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Kathleen S. Loca

Kathleen S. Loca, age 62, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw. She was born April 22, 1948 in Garden City to Carl and Noreen Pulford.


 


 

Kayser, Joan M.

Kayser Joan M. Beloved wife of Robert. Dearest mother of Paul (Joyce) and Andrea McCaffrey. Loving grandmother of four. Memorial Mass Tuesday 10:00 a.m. Our Lady of Hope Church, (St. Germaine Campus) 28301 Little Mack, St. Clair Shores.


 


 

LAWRENCE KESTHELY

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

KESTHELY, LAWRENCE; age 83; of Rochester Hills; October 8, 2010. Loving husband of Virginia; dear father of Karmel (Leo) Sowers and Scott Kesthely; grandfather of Shane Kesthely, Travis Sowers and Leo Sowers, Jr.; brother of Emma Lemonde. Lawrence was a W.W.II Navy Veteran. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Family suggests memorials to Multiple Sclerosis Society. Arrangements in the care of the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home Rochester. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com


 


 

LINDA S. GRENNIER

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

GRENNIER, LINDA S.; of Waterford; died after a courageous battle with cancer; October 8, 2010; at 53 years of age. Beloved mother of Melissa (Ryan) Schroeder and Kevin Grennier; loving daughter of Imogene "Jean" and the late Guy Anglim; also survived by her precious grandchildren Carter and Ava; her brother Steve (Steffanie) Anglim and nieces Stephanie and Sofia.


 


 

Laura June Garber, 82

Monday, October 11, 2010 9:36 AM

Laura June Garber, 82, Kingston Court, Goshen, Ind., is now dancing on the streets that are golden. 


 


 

Leslie Sischo

Leslie Sischo, 59, of Gladwin, passed away suddenly, on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010. He was born on April 6, 1951, in Flint to Leslie and Carol (Randolph) Sischo. He married Valory Weatherwax on June 10, 1971 in Flint. 


 


 

MARGARET A RONQUILLO

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

RONQUILLO, MARGARET A.; of Pontiac; October 6, 2010; at 73 years of age. Loving sister of Patricia Cochran, Raymond Ronquillo, Peter (Faye) Ronquillo and Paul Ronquillo; also survived by many nieces and nephews; special friend of Sharon, Carol, Evangeline and Sherry. Margaret retired from Michigan Bell. She worked at Sharon's Hallmark in Rochester for 15 years following her retirement.


 


 

MARY F. "Maude" JONES

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

JONES, MARY F. "Maude"; age 60; passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2010; at Henry Ford Hospital Detroit. Loving wife of Eddie Jones; dear mother of Angela (Chuckie) Kade, Lonnie Sims and Anthony (Keon) Sims; seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Family Hour 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 318 Auburn Ave., with Funeral Service commencing immediately at 1 p.m.


 


 

MARY LUZ ZUBRIN

Monday, October 11, 2010 2:28 AM

ZUBRIN, MARY LUZ; age 62; October 9, 2010. Beloved Wife of Peter for 38 years; dearest Mother of Melanie J. Zubrin and Michelle D. (Corby) Laverty; loving Grandmother of Hayden and Brady; and Step-Grandmother of Finian and Owen; dear Sister of Ken (Linda) Day, Jim Day, Lorna (Bill) Mason, Leo (Bruce) Jacobson, and Liz (Charlie) Schrock; loving Sister-in-Law of Adrien Zubrin; and proud Aunt of many nieces and one nephew.


 


 

MICHAEL ALAN BURKLUND

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

BURKLUND, MICHAEL ALAN; age 46; originally from Milford; passed away tragically on Sunday, October 3, 2010; at his home in Kintnersville, PA. 


 


 

Margaret Kleinheksel, 86

Sunday, October 10, 2010 9:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Margaret M. Lopez

Monday, October 11, 2010 12:13 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Marguerite 'Phyllis' Smith

Monday, October 11, 2010 9:55 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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Marie Jones *

Marie Jones Battle Creek Marie Jones, 83, died Saturday, October 9, 2010. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. 


 


 

Marsha Emily (Ferris) Finnerty, 58

Monday, October 11, 2010 9:27 AM 

Marsha Emily (Ferris) Finnerty, age 58, of Lake City, and formerly of Boyne City, passed away Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010, at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids after a short battle with ovarian cancer. 


 


 

Martens, Lorraine

Martens Lorraine Passed Friday, October 1 at the age of 94. Widow of Lawrence H. Martens. Daughters Judy (David) Newsom and Linda (Gary) Cline. Grandmother of 11. Great-grandmother of 6. Member of Huron Hunting & Fishing Club, Plum Hollow Golf & Country Club, Richardson Senior Center, Nardineers Seniors, EGA-Indian River and Farmington Hills. Services at Glen Eden Cemetery, 35667 W. Eight Mile, Livonia, MI 48152 on Wednesday, October 6 at 11 a.m. viewing 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donate to Old Newsboys Fund, Salvation Army, or Burt Lake Preservation Assoc.


 


 

Mary "Rose" J. *

83, of Grand Ledge, died Thursday. Private services will be held. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.


 


 

Mary L. Dugger *

Mary L. Dugger Battle Creek Mary L. Dugger, 85, of Battle Creek, died on Sunday, October 10, 2010. Arrangements are pending at Royal Funeral Home.


 


 

Massey, Evelyn

Massey Evelyn October 1, 2010. Age 91. Of Dearborn Heights. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Richard (Marilyn) Massey, Marilyn (Neal) Tieppo, Victoria (Armando) Ozuna and the late Rose Marie. Dearest sister of Susan, Floyd, Hazel, and Viola. Also survived by three grandchildren. Visitation at Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd. (Dearborn Chapel), Monday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, October 5, 2010, in state 9:30 a.m. with Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Anselm Catholic Church. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Online guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com


 


 

Mcphee, Charles J.

Mcphee Charles J. Age 70 of Livonia. Beloved husband of Mary and the late Suzanne. Loving father of Craig (Darlene) and Caren (David) Traylor. Very proud grandpa of Lauren, Scott, Steven, and Michael. Dearest son of Anna Simon. Preceded in death by his dear son Shawn. Also survived by many other loving family and friends. Visitation will be held at the Fred Wood Funeral Home-Rice Chapel, 36100 5 Mile Rd., Livonia (E. of Levan), Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday at the funeral home 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Humane Society. Please visit the online guestbook at fredwoodfuneralhome.com


 


 

Memorial Service for Bradley W. Brooks

There will be a Memorial for Bradley W. Brooks, who went to be with his Lord on Sept. 29, 2010. 


 


 

Nancy Ann (Thompson) Strong *

54, of Charlotte, died Saturday. Visitation 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte.


 


 

National Obituary: Defiance, resilience marked career of Tony Curtis

From dressing in drag to posing nude for his 80th birthday, Tony Curtis truly was a defiant one. 


 


 

Nellie M. Andrews

Nellie M. Andrews Battle Creek Nellie M. Andrews, 89, died Friday, October 8, 2010, at Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence. Nellie was born on May 30, 1921, in Battle Creek, the daughter of John and Patricia (Wodynski) Kenzora. She had been a lifelong resident of the area. She was united in marriage to Raymond Andrews for 25 years, he preceded her in death. She was employed at the VA Hospital Credit Union from 1966 until her retirement in 1990. She was a former member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and currently a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church. Nellie was a volunteer with the Battle Creek Leila Hospital Auxiliary and Burnham Brook. Nellie enjoyed crafts, books and basket making. Surviving is a daughter, Penny (Pete) Manarin, and a son, Dana Andrews; 3 grandchildren, Deborah (Kurt) Esselink, Tony (Kim) Manarin and Emily (Brian) Jervis; 6 great grandchildren; special niece, Pat Stewart Leonard. She was preceded in death by a son, Billy in 1945, and 2 sisters. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5 to 8:00p.m. at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 13, 2010, at St. Jerome Catholic Church with The Rev. Matthew Manalel officiating. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to The .


 


 

OBITUARY: Norma J. Lowell, 77, of Saranac

Norma J. Lowell, 77, of Saranac passed away Oct. 4, 2010 in Lansing.


 


 

Obituary: Barbara Dixie Nyland of Carson City

Barbara Dixie Nyland of Carson City passed away Oct. 7, 2010 at the Carson City Hospital. Barbara was born to Edwin and Velma (Henry) Grames in New Madrid, Mo. She was married to Marshall Nyland on Feb. 17, 1977 in Ionia.


 


 

Obituary: Bernice E. McGill

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Obituary: Beryl Alice Krohn

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Obituary: Cletis M. Coble, 82, of Carson City

Cletis M. Coble, 82, of Carson City, passed away Oct. 1, 2010 in Ionia. Cletis was born April 10, 1928 in Gratiot County, the son of Ellery and Ethel (Ferguson) Coble. 


 


 

Obituary: Doris Millwood, 76, Belding

Doris Millwood 76, of Belding passed away Friday morning Sept, 24,2010 at Spectrum Health's United Campus in Greenville.


 


 

Obituary: Doris Millwood, 76, of Belding

Doris Millwood, 76, of Belding passed away Friday morning Sept. 24, 2010 at Spectrum Health's United Campus in Greenville.


 


 

Obituary: Dorotha Rose Galey, 87, of Portland

Dorotha Rose Galey, 87, of Portland passed away on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: Homer R. Sessions of DeWitt, formerly of Ionia

Homer R. Sessions of DeWitt, formerly of Ionia, passed away suddenly Sept. 29, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: James Hiram Peabody, 75, of Muir

James Hiram Peabody, 75, of Muir, passed away on early Thursday morning, Sept. 23, 2010 at home under the loving care of his family and Ionia Area Hospice.


 


 

Obituary: Janann C. Fullerton

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Obituary: Jerry Lawrence Heft, 63, of Sand Lake

Jerry Lawrence Heft, 63, of Sand Lake, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Obituary: Joyce June "Maudsie" Houserman, 86, of Ionia

Joyce June "Maudsie" Houserman, 86, of Ionia, passed away Monday, Sept. 20, 2010.


 


 

Obituary: Kathleen Raye Lake, 63, of Saranac

Kathleen Raye Lake, 63, of Saranac passed away Sept. 23, 2010 at her home with her family. 


 


 

Obituary: Lloyd L. Dickinson, 91, of Ionia

Lloyd L. Dickinson, 91, of Ionia, went home to be with the Lord and Savior on Sept. 23, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: Marcella I. Gierman, 90, of Portland

Marcella I. Gierman, 90, of Portland, passed away Sept. 27, 2010 in Grand Rapids. 


 


 

Obituary: Mark Michael Barna, 65, of Ionia

Mark Michael Barna, 65, of Ionia passed away Oct. 5, 2010 in Ionia. 


 


 

Obituary: Mary Dunn

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Obituary: Maxine Lois Wilkes

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Obituary: Michael Richard Reed, 52, of Ionia

Michael Richard Reed, 52, of Ionia, passed away on Sept. 25, 2010. He was born on Sept. 11, 1958 in Ionia, the son of Richard and Virginia (Wray) Reed.


 


 

Obituary: Richard G. Sible, 81, of Ionia/Lake Odessa

Richard G. Sible, 81, of Ionia/Lake Odessa, went to be in the arms of his Lord on Sunday evening, Sept. 19, 2010. 


 


 

Obituary: Roy E. Wilkinson, 64, of Keller and Ionia

Roy E. Wilkinson, 64, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2010, at his summer home in Ionia. 


 


 

Obituary: Shirley Jean Hodge

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Obituary: Steven J. Coop

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Obituary: Thomas H. Root, 47, of Orleans

Thomas H. Root, 47, of Orleans passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, Oct. 3, 2010 at Sparrow-Ionia Hospital in Ionia. 


 


 

Orel, Delores

Orel Delores Age 96, October 1, 2010, formerly of Trenton. Beloved wife of the late Harry Orel, the late Charles Bonham, and the late Raymond Westcott. Loving mother of Janice (the late Dr. Robert) Songe, William Westcott, Sherilyn (Richard) Hernandez, Barbara (Michael) Gillespie and Terry (Janet) Orel. Dear sister of Ernie (Julie) Tharpe. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. In state Tuesday 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Trenton Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd., and Wednesday 11:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Trenton, 2610 West Jefferson until time of service 12 noon. Interment Michigan Memorial Park. Visit online guestbook at www.martenson.com


 


 

PAULINE QUERTERMOUS

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

QUERTERMOUS, PAULINE; of Waterford; October 8, 2010; at 84 years of age. Wife of the late Howard Kennedy Quertermous; loving mother of Ronald Quertermous, Linda (Donald) Berridge, Carol (Mark) Richard and Vickie Quertermous; sister of Hazel Monroe, Vivian (Walt) Witt, Robert (Bethene) Herfurth, the late Elsie Whisenhunt and the late Jean Matthews. Beloved grandmother of Richard Guerin, Adam Richard and Todd Richard; great grandmother of Daniel Green and Melyssa Guerin.


 


 

Peter J. Laudazio

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Pilat, Frank A.

Pilat Frank A. Age 85, October 2, 2010. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Loving father of Joseph, Dianne (Robert, Sr.) Staroscik, and Dennis. Dearest grandpa of Robert, Jr., Raymond (Bonnie), Sandra and Craig. Proud great-grandpa of Emma Madelyn. Brother of Helen Mitchell and is predeceased by many brothers and sisters. He will be missed by his four-legged friend, Winston. Visitation Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with a K of C Rosary 6:30 p.m. at the Leonard A. Turowski and Son Funeral Home, 9300 Middlebelt Rd. (just south of West Chicago Rd.), Livonia. Funeral Mass Wednesday 9:30 a.m. with viewing 9:00 a.m. at the Church of the Divine Child, 25001 Herbert Weier Drive, Dearborn. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. www.neely-turowski.com


 


 

RAYMOND SIMMONS HOWARD

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

HOWARD, RAYMOND SIMMONS; age 88; of Madison Heights; passed away on October 7, 2010. He was born December 25, 1921 in Allegheny Highland, Virginia. He was a former reserve police officer in Madison Heights and an Oakland County Commissioner and served in the merchant marine during W.W. II. He belonged to Royal Oak Masonic Lodge 464 and was an avid hunter and fisherman.


 


 

ROBERT D. HOYT

Monday, October 11, 2010 2:28 AM

HOYT, ROBERT D.; of Waterford; October 7, 2010 at 89 years of age. 


 


 

Radtke, Robert Paul

Radtke Robert Paul 59, of Bloomfield Hills. A proud family life with Lynn, his wife, and daughters, Sarah and Alyssa. Grew up in Northwest side of Detroit and attended Henry Ford High School. The oldest of five children, Rob loved to spend summers up north with family and friends. Summers were spent fishing and roaming the woods and fields of our beautiful state. Rob graduated from Oakland University and then the National College of Chiropractic in Illinois. He worked first as an associate of George Goodheart, founder of Applied Kinesiology and later practiced privately in Birmingham for 25 years. His ability to reach bodies, hearts and minds was legendary. Rob was gifted at articulating the pilgrimage towards consciousness. Rob was the enthusiastic president of Kirkwood Lake Association for 20 years. Rob loved to fish with his brothers and friends on the beautiful Michigan waterways. All those who knew Rob knew he was the facilitator of fun and joy and true engagement in life. Survived by beloved wife Lynn and daughters Sarah and Alyssa. Loving parents, Patricia and Robert Gustav Radtk. Devoted brother of Thomas (Rose) Radtke, Diane Williams, Glen (Jean) Radtke, and Jean Radtke. Son-in-law of Albert and Margaret Goldstein. Brother-in-law of David Goldstein (Kathryn Brown) and adored uncle of Nicole, Jessica, Lauren, Melanie, Alex, Glenda, Jessica, and Laura. SERVICES TODAY 11:30 A.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT OAKVIEW CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com.


 


 

Rickie Allen Flotka *

54, of Lansing, retired, employee, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel.


 


 

Rose M. Ries

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STUART ANTHONY BROWN

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

BROWN, STUART ANTHONY; age 51; passed away September 26, 2010. He was born on November 13, 1958 in Moorhead, MN. Son of Tom and Grace Brown, formerly of Bloomfield Hills, MI.


 


 

Schwartz, Gabriel

Schwartz Gabriel Beloved fianc and soul mate of Meranda Ryan, cherished son of Marcie Schwartz, Steven L. Schwartz, loving brother of Jonas Schwartz (fiancée Dominique Colunga) and loving sister Erin Schwartz. Survived by aunts and uncles, Steven and Devra Goldberg, Sandee and Mark Giovanniello, and Bennett and Debbie Schwartz, their children, Leah and Victoria Giovanniello, Jacob Goldberg, and Katie and Michael Schwartz. Grandson of Sylvia Schwartz, the late Leo Schwartz, the late Leah and the late Clarence Goldberg. Also survived by many loving friends. GRAVESIDE SERVICES 3:00 P.M. MONDAY AFTERNOON AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakufman.com


 


 

Silas Zephyr Cravens *

Infant Silas Zephyr Cravens Infant Silas Zephyr Cravens passed away October 8, 2010 at Borgess Medical Center. A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, Richland Chapel. Personal messages for the family may be placed at


 


 

Sliva, James M.

Sliva James M. Age 63, October 1, 2010. Beloved husband of Charlene for 29 years. Dear father of Andrea (Louie) Krause, Jacob, and Natalie. Brother of Michael, Carole (Bob) Solano, Robert (Sandra), and Debra (Phillip) Smith. Also several nieces, nephews and granddog Chuck. He will be loved and missed by all. Visitation Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Wednesday 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Funeral Service at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 10101 W. Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth (E. of Gotfredson, between Warren and Joy). Memorials to Trinity Presbyterian Food Pantry or Am-Vets. www.santeiufuneralhome.com


 


 

THOMAS B. BARTHOLOMEW

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

BARTHOLOMEW, THOMAS B.; died on October 4, 2010. Tom is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Beth) Ann (Lombardo); and daughter, Jennifer Ann; his father, Dale Edison Bartholomew; and brother David Lynn Bartholomew. Private arrangements were made by Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Bossardet Chapel. For more information or to express condolences please visit www.lynchfamilyfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

THOMAS JOSEPH MCDERMOTT

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

MCDERMOTT, THOMAS JOSEPH; age 73 of Rochester Hills; October 7, 2010. Loving husband of Gloria; dear father of Dorothy (Jim) Woodward, Terri (Tim) Ricketts; step-father of Marie, Michelle, Mary Anne and Maurice; survived by five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; one sister and four brothers. Funeral Service Tuesday, October 12, 2010 4 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home 339 Walnut Blvd, Rochester.


 


 

THOMAS W. "Tommy" WOODROW Jr

Monday, October 11, 2010 2:28 AM 

WOODROW, THOMAS W. "Tommy", Jr.; of Waterford; October 8, 2010; age 46. 


 


 

Thayer A. Keiser, 63

Monday, October 11, 2010 8:49 AM

Thayer A. Keiser, age 63, of Levering, passed away Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 


 


 

Thomas F. Sloan, Jr.

Thomas F. Sloan, Jr., age 83, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born Feb. 26, 1927 in Detroit, the son of the late Thomas F. Sr. and Theresa (Sharette) Sloan. 


 


 

Timothy Freddie Smith

Timothy Freddie Smith, age 60, of Alger, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010 at Bay Regional Medical Center in Bay City. 


 


 

Uchwat, John S.

Uchwat John S. Age 92, October 2, 2010. Beloved uncle and godfather of Connie (Norman) Hansen, Ken (Jackie) Smerecki, Patrick (Deborah) Smerecki. Dear brother of Edward (Ann) Uchwat. Dear uncle of Terry, Nadine, Jim, Gerry, Delphine, Suzanne, Fred, Sharon, Kathy, Keith, Arleen, and Jason. Great-uncle of Ken, Matthew, John, Adam, and Andrew. Visitation Tuesday 2-8 p.m. with an evening Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford and Cherry Hill). Call 734-427-3800 for Wednesday times of Service at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 7685 Grandville (between Evergreen and Southfield, north of Warren Rd.).


 


 

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Ussher, Kenneth L.

Ussher Kenneth L. Loving husband of Darlene (McMillian) Ussher. Beloved father of Karen and Jon Dante, Laura and William Deirlein. Loving step-father of Mark and Matthew Mullikin, and Jennifer Alvey. Step-grandfather of Megan Dante, Abigail Deirlein, Kelley, Molly, Adam, and Zachary Mullikin, and Travis Alvey. Brother of Edith Koch. Mr. Ussher was preceded in death by wife Norma Ussher. Mr. Ussher was a Army veteran and retired salesman with Marposs Corp. and a member of St. Timothy Church. He was also a member of the Florence Lions Club and VFW. Passed away on Friday October 1, 2010 at age 82, and was a resident of Florence, Kentucky. Visitation will be on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. with a Rosary Service staring at 3:30 p.m. at Stith Funeral Homes, 7500 Highway 42, Florence, KY. Mass of Christian burial will be Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Timothy Church, 10272 US Highway 42, Union, KY. Graveside services will be on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 644 Linn St., Suite 1026 Cincinnati, Ohio 45203. Online condolences can be made at, . Stith Funeral Homes Florence, KY is handling arrangements.


 


 

VICKIE LYNN JONES

Sunday, October 10, 2010 11:54 AM 

JONES, VICKIE LYNN; of Waterford; October 7, 2010; age 59. Beloved wife of the late Milton L. Jones; beloved daughter of Ward (Beverly) Rowden and the late Ila Gene; dear sister of Diane (Gregory) Mace; aunt of Bruce Schwerin, Bethany (Bryce) McGovney, Lisa (Jeff) Alexander and Greg W. Mace; great aunt of Bruce, Karissa, Emily, Shelby, Jason, Haley, Saige, Charlotte and Baby Haylee. Mrs. Jones was a machine operator at MacLean Fogg.


 


 

Valin (Mcconnell), Lorraine Ann

Valin Lorraine Ann (Mcconnell) Age 79 of Oxford. October 2, 2010. Loving wife of the late Ralph. Dear mother of Tim, Kevin (Michelle), Colin (Judy), Shawn (Kathy) Valin, Maribeth (Chris) Medaugh, Laurie (Steve) Polasek, Robert Valin, Bridget (Mike) Kowalik, and Margaret Valin. Sister of Lawrence McConnell, Loretta Winter, and the late Mary Alice Busby. Daughter-in-law of Harlow and the late Alice Valin. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass Wednesday, October 6, 2010, 11 a.m. with an in state of 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 715 N. Lapeer Rd., Lake Orion. The family will receive friends Monday 1-8 p.m. and Tuesday 5-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Modetz Funeral Home, 100 E. Silverbell Rd., Orion. Suggested memorials to A-1 Hospice, Lapeer. Online guestbook


 


 

Verhelst, James "Jim"

Verhelst James "Jim" Passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from a short bout with cancer. He leaves a wife of 52 years, Jane and two children, Vicki and Jim, four grandchildren, Tracey, Kayleigh, Eric and Dominic. In his memory, donations to Good Shepherd Hospice, 115 S. Missouri Avenue, Suite 500, Lakeland, FL. 33805 would be appreciated.


 


 

Virginia McMann *

82, of Lansing, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. today at St. Therese Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. 


 


 

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Arlene M. Twichell Williamston Formerly of East Lansing, age 87, died October 9, 2010. Born August 27, 1923, in Clinton, Michigan. She married her high school sweetheart and love of her life in 1942. She worked for East Lansing Public Schools, in food services. She enjoyed her summers at the family cottage in Gladwin, Michigan. Throughout her retirement years, winters were spent in Florida with her husband and daughters. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who reveled in family gatherings and keeping up with all the news. Many will keep fond memories of her as a great hostess and cook, and for baking an endless supply of zucchini bread. She handled herself with a level of grace and dignity that few can match, and she will be dearly missed. She is preceded in death by her father, Bena Daniels; mother, Fern (Woodring) Daniels; sister, Millie Clark; son-in-law Rob Phillips; and husband, Harley Twichell. She is survived by her brother, Robert Daniels; 5 children, Patricia Phillips, Gail (Bruce) McConnell, Ben (Connie), Mark (Nancy) and Brad; 11 grandchildren, Cheryl Fox and Scott (Rhonda) Phillips; Jeff (Kelly) McConnell and Todd (Theresa) McConnell; Dannielle (John) DeGroot, Bena (Rachelle), Jared (Jenna) and Savannah Twichell; Kurt, Jay and Shannon Twichell; 13 great grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at 12:00 p.m., at the Estes Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Interment will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday, October 11, at the funeral home, from 6-8 p.m. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Lung Association, in memory of Mrs. Twichell.


 


 

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Whitby, Cora S.

Whitby Cora S. Age 62 of Plymouth, October 2, 2010. Beloved mother of Stephanie Whitby, and Jessica and Phillip Haynes. Dear sister of Marjorie Whitby Dickson. Visitation Tuesday 4-7 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W Ann Arbor Rd (btwn Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. Family hour Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Funeral Service at Highland Park Baptist Church, 28600 Lahser Road, Southfield, MI 48034. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. To share memories please visit


 


 

William F. Fick

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Williams (Nee Kramer, Josephone Mabel

Williams Josephine Mabel (Nee Kramer) Age 80 of Utica, died peacefully Saturday, October 2, 2010 after a 7 year battle with Alzheimer's. She is survived by her only daughter Donna (Michael) Kemper, her niece Marie (David) Vanker, and her nephews John Kramer and Raymond (Yvonne) Kramer plus several grandnieces and grandnephews. Jo graduated from Capac High School in 1948 and worked for Sears for 32 years. She loved gardening and animals. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., (3 blks. E. of Van Dyke) Utica . Friends may visit on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Resthaven Home at 1424 Union NE, Grand Rapids, MI. 49505.


 


 

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