| Monday 1-9 p.m. with an evening Prayer Service at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 49150 Schoenherr Road (North of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. In state Tuesday 10:00 a.m. until Funeral Liturgy at 11:00 a.m. at St. Vincent Ferrer 1087 Gardenia (East of John R), Madison Heights. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at Agnes H. Losinski, age 58, of Coldwater, died Friday, Sept. 19, 2008 at the Community Health Center of Branch County after a 12 1⁄2 year struggle with cancer. Agnes was born Jan. 21, 1950 in Bronson, daughter of George and Clementine (Wotta) Losinski. She graduated from Ladywood High School in Livonia in 1968. After moving to Coldwater, Agnes worked several years at Lamb Knit in Colon, and after the company closed, she was hired at McDonald’s in Coldwater, where she worked for over 20 years until her… Alfred B. Loos, 88, of Sand Lake, formerly of Livonia, Mich., died Sept. 19, 2008. Alfred was born April 6, 1920, in Detroit, the son of Fred and Wanda Loos. He graduated from Cooley High School and entered the Army Air Corps in 1942. He worked for Ford Motor Company for 35 years until his retirement. He married Laura (Edelmayer) Loos on Oct. 3, 1947, and they were married 60 years. He was a proud member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. Alfred was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Allan.… Alice Ida Prichard, 92, of Centreville, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008, at her home. She was born in Lima, Ohio on Nov. 7, 1915, a daughter of Jacob E. and Ida Belle (Chiles) Fetter. She graduated from Lafayette High School in 1933. On April 20, 1935, Alice married Fred S. Prichard in Geyer, Ohio. He preceded her in death on March 2, 1976. Alice was a homemaker and worked on the family farm and enjoyed gardening, canning and caring for her family. Alice was a member of Fellowship Bible… Alice Prichard, 92, of Centreville, died Sept. 17, 2008, at her home. Arrangements will be announced by the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville. Anita Rowe, 71, of Monroe, died at 8:20 a.m. Saturday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. Anna Kathleen (Becke) Pollack, age 83, of Colon, passed away Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at the Laurels of Coldwater. Anna was born Jan. 5, 1925, in Elnora, Ind., a daughter to the late Bert and May (Edmondson) Carr. Anna graduated from Lakeview High School in Battle Creek with the Class of 1943. She moved to the Colon area in the early 1950s where she has made her home ever since. Anna married Carl J. Pollack Sr. He preceded her in death. She later married William Becke and he also preceded her in death. … Arlene M. Fenton Oct. 8, 1933-Sept. 18, 2008 Arlene M. Fenton, age 74, of Newport died September 18, 2008, at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. Arthur "Jim" Fisher Jan. 26, 1933-Sept. 16, 2008 Arthur quot;Jim quot; Fisher, 75 years, of Petersburg, MI died Tuesday September 16, 2008 in the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans Grand Rapids, MI. A roofer for over 50 years, he worked for A. B. Arthur Eugene Holloway March 29, 1928 — Sept. 8, 2008 Arthur Eugene Holloway, 80, of Jerome, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Sept. 8, 2008, in his home. Arthur was born on March 29, 1928, in West Palm Beach, Florida, the son of Arthur Ezekiel and Myrtle Mae (Sikes) Holloway. He attended Palm Beach High School where he was a Civil Air Patrol Cadet and played on both the baseball and basketball teams, and received his BA in Business from the University of Miami, Fla. He served in the United States… Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. Monday 4-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Funeral Wednesday. In state 10:00 a.m. at St. John Vianney Church, 54045 Schoenherr (Btw. 24 and 25 Mile Rds.) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at is Monday, 1-9 p.m. Interment in Michigan Memorial Park. Beloved wife of the late Murray Bosin. Loving mother of Elaine (Milt) Klein and Linda (Howard) Owen. Loving grandmother of Mark and Jared Owen, Michael (Michelle), and Bryan Levy, Sheldon (Trish) Klein; five great-grandchildren. Also survived by loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces, great-great-nephews. Service Monday 11:30 a.m. at HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622. Interment Oakview Cemetery. September 20, 2008. Age 85. Formerly of Macomb County. Dear sister of the late Joseph, John, Lawrence, Gerald, Norman, and Bernard. Dear aunt of nine nieces and nephews. In state Tuesday 11:30 a.m. until a 12 noon Funeral Mass at St. Therese of Lisieux Church, 48115 Schoenherr Rd. (S. of 22 Mile), Shelby Township. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneral, . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit,… Betty J. Bernard Nov. 14, 1924-Sept. 18, 2008 Betty J. Bernard, age 83, of Toledo passed away Thursday, September 18, 2008, at Aspen Grove Assisted Living surrounded by her loving family. ECORSE — Brenda Kohsmann, 51, of Ecorse, passed away, Sept. 7, 2008. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Byrd Bean Jr., 87, of Monroe died at 12:20 this morning at Mercy Memorial Hopital. Services are pending at Rupp Funeral Home. Byrd Bean, Jr. Sept. 29, 1919-Sept. 19, 2008 Byrd Bean, Jr., 88, of Monroe, died at 12:18 a.m. Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Friends may call from 1 p.m. until services at 6 p.m. Sunday at Rupp Funeral Home. The Rev. Lawrence Detruf will officiate. Monday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Scripture Service Monday 7:00 p.m. In state Tuesday 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. time of Mass at St. Michael Church, 40501 Hayes (between 17 and 18 Mile). Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials to Sacred Heart Seminary appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at September 3, 2008 in Phoenix AZ. Beloved son of the late James P. and Charlotte. Dear brother of James M. (Annelise), Catherine A., Rita (Chet) Kordel and the late Mary Jo Marion and Thomas R. Caraher. Survived by his son Daniel (Kearsten) Lizak and his grandchildren Brendan and Mollie Jean Lizak. Also survived by his loving companion of many years Sharon Younglove. Family will receive friends on September 27, 2008 from 10:30 a.m. until the Memorial Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St Mary of Redford Church, 14750 St.… Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at THAYER-ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 33603 Grand River Ave., Farmington (1 blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). Memorial tributes may be made to the Silent Children's Fund or Farmington Historical Museum. Tuesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Funeral Service Wednesday, in state 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. time of Mass at St. Kenneth Catholic Church, 14951 Haggerty Rd., Plymouth. Interment St. Thomas Cemetery, Ann Arbor. Memorials may be made to Arbor Hospice in Ann Arbor. . . . Detailed View at church begins at 9 a.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial Tributes to the family for the children's education. View obituary and share memories at CALUMET, Mich. -- Carl A. Salmi, 81, a former resident of Calumet, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008, at the Marquette County Medical Care Facility. Caroline “Carrie” E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. JUSTICE, Charles Edward - Age 76, of Fenton, died Friday, September 19, 2008 at Crestmont Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 1 PM Monday, September 22, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton, J.C. Hager officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Linden. Visitation will be 7-9 PM Saturday, 2-5 and 7-9 PM Sunday. Those desiring may make contributions to the Primitive Baptist church. Charles was born December 14, 1931 in Pike County, KY, the son of Dennie and Jetty… MERCER, Wis. -- Christi Lynn Brelig, 58, of Mercer, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at home. . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Daniel Haehn, age 60, of Jonesville died Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 at his home. He was born March 19, 1948. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Daniel M. Demers, 45, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at his home. He was born May 20, 1963 in Gary, Ind. to Michael and Barbara (Maluvac) Demers, they survive in Osseo. Dan was a graduate of Pioneer High School and attended St. Anthony Catholic Church. He has resided in the Hillsdale area the past 12 years and prior to that in Kunkle, Ohio. Surviving besides his parents Michael and Barbara, is a sister, Lorraine Landers of Osseo and also several extended family members and friends.… Daniel Shultis, 50, of Lansing, Mich., formerly of Onsted, passed away, Sept. 17, 2008, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. He was born Feb. 22, 1958, in Tecumseh. He was a graduate of Onsted High School. Daniel served in the U.S. Army. He retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. He was a member of the House of Prayer and an avid dog lover. He is survived by his wife, Iwona Shultis; his son, Jonathan Shultis; his parents, Donald (Liz) Shultis; his siblings, Donald (Diane) Shultis, Gerald (Debbie)… PALMER, David Walter - Age 79, of Flint, died Friday, September 19, 2008 at Rockwell Memory Center in Fenton. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at St. Paul Episcopal Church, 711 S. Saginaw St., Flint with Rev. George Cleaves officiating. Interment will be held at St. Augustine Cemetery in Oxford. Visitation will be from 5-8 PM Monday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek and from 9:30 AM Tuesday until the time of service at the church. Those… Monday 3-9 p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Tuesday, in state 9:30 a.m. at St. Therese of Lisieux Church, 48115 Schoenherr (btwn. 21 and 22 Mile Rds.) until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at will be held Monday from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at Neely-Turowski Funeral Home located at 45100 Warren Road (West of Sheldon). The Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at St. John Neumann Catholic Church. In state 10 a.m. with Mass beginning at 10:30 a.m. Entombment at St. Hedwig Cemetery. Dennis Dean Davis Sept. 19, 2008 Dennis Dean Davis, 57, of Toledo, died Friday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg, Ohio. Bedford Funeral Chapel in Temperance is in charge of arrangements. . . . Detailed View Donald F. Armbruster, 83, of Allen passed away Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008 at home. He was born on Oct. 17, 1924, in Tuscola County to Herbert and Beatrice (Finkbeiner) Armbruster. Donald was a farmer, former Jonesville police officer and retired Allen Township sexton. He enjoyed bowling and fishing and loved to play cards. On Dec. 31, 1944, he married Hannah Fuerst and she survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Brenda (Duane) Kratzer of Allen; son, Fred (Connie) Armbruster of Jonesville; sister, Ila… Donald Rogers, age 61, passed away Friday, September 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dodie Renee Rogers; and his brother, Paul Rogers. Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Viola Rogers (VanderLaan); his children, Russell Eugene (Katie) Rogers, Randie Vi Rogers; his grandchildren, Ellie, Max and Summer; his mother-in-law, Dorothy VanderLaan; his brothers, David (Carol) Rogers, Jerome (Diane) Rogers, and Paul’s wife, Carolyn. Visitation was held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.… Donna Dixon, 81, passed away September 3, 2008. She was a member of Grace Bible Church. She founded the Hi Neighbor Service as well as the New Comers Club in Brandon, Fla. She assisted her husband who was director of Child Evangelism Fellowship and the Inner City Outreach Inc. for 23 years. She is survived by her husband, Jack; children, Michael and Bill Hilbrands and Jill Leavens; stepchildren, John Dixon III, Carol Smith, Kay Scaglione and Karen Ely; sister, Hazel Visser; 16 grandchildren; and five… . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Edward Boeve, age 96,of Holland, died Wednesday, September 17, 2008, in the Inn at Freedom Village. His wife, Elizabeth Boeve, preceded him in death in 1986. He was a member of Christ Memorial Church. He was involved with Kiwanis Club since 1964, serving as past president and lieutenant governor. He spent 25 years with Gideons and was involved with the boards of Home Missions and Classical Home Missions of the Christian Reformed Church in Portland, Oregon, for 15 years. A resident of Portland, Ed… DELAY, Elizabeth M. - Age 83, of Flint, passed away Friday, September 19, 2008 at Brian's House, Davison. Funeral Services will be 1PM Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc Twp. Rev. Marshall E. Delay officiating. Interment at Great Lakes National Cemetery where Elizabeth's four sons and two grandsons, Donald A. Delay and Leonard T. Delay will serve as pallbearers. Visitaton will be 6-8PM Monday and 1-4 and 6-8PM Tuesday at the funeral… Elizabeth J. Vogler, 63, of Coldwater, died peacefully, after a long battle with cancer on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, at her home in Coldwater, with her family at her side. Elizabeth was born June 6, 1945, in East Jordan, Mich., to William and Ruth (Darbee) Bell. Ms. Vogler spent many years in East Jordan, coming to Coldwater in 1987. She received her RN certification from Hurley Hospital in Flint and eventually went on to earn her MSW from Western Michigan University in 1987. Elizabeth had a private… Ellen W. Johnson, age 77, of Fennville, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at Golden Orchards Assisted Living in Fennville. Born April 28, 1931, she was the daughter of Charles and Mildred Williams. Ellen was a member of All Saints Episcopal Church, Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society, long time benefactor of the Red Barn Theatre, supporter of the Saugatuck Center of the Arts, member of the Pier Cove Ravine Trust Association, a benefactor to the South Western Michigan Underwater Preserve Society which… Mr. Emery J. Hole, aged 84, of Grand Rapids, husband of 61 years to Sybil Hole, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2008 at his home. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Northlawn U.M.C., 1157 Northlawn NE. Relatives and friends may meet his family at the Reyers North Valley Chapel, 2815 Fuller NE at Three Mile Rd. from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. A complete obituary will be placed in Monday's Press. Reyers North Valley Chapel Reyers North Valley Chapel Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Dearest mother of Deborah Buglisi, Dr. Richard (Bernadette) Felch and Paul Felch. Loving sister of Rose Schwartz. Survived by six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Graveside services at Hebrew Memorial Park on Monday at 12 noon. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL. (nee Juday) September 20, 2008, age 91 of Beverly Hills and Birmingham area. Wife of the late Charles P. Felts. Dearest mother of Barbara F. Blain (Norman). Grandmother of Matthew J. Blain. Funeral Service Thursday 1 p.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave. (betw. 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Wednesday 4-8 p.m. Memorial tributes to the Gleaners Food Bank or Karmanos Cancer Institute. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com Age 65 of Shelby Twp, September 20, 2008. Loving husband of Susanne. Dear Father of Kirk (Yvonne) and the late Kevin (Alina) Frailey. Grandfather of Brandon, Kameron, Kaydence and Skyye. Son of Clifford and the late Lucille Frailey. Brother of Teresa (Ed) Grant and the late Stephen. Ronald was a member of the Royal Oak Masonic Lodge 464, Rochester Church of Christ and a past member of the Troy Elks, Detroit Sportsman's Congress and Power Squadron. Ron was a graduate of Avondale High School, was a… COLDWATER — Flora A. “Flo” DeVolder, 87, of Camden Township, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility, Coldwater. She was born March 4, 1921 in Branch County to Ira and Lulu (Nettleman) Carr. She attended the Fremont and Camden schools, graduating in 1938. Mrs. DeVolder worked in the Regal Machine Shop during WWII and was also employed at the dime store in Coldwater. Later she became a bus driver for the Camden-Frontier Schools and a receptionist at the… Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday’s Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. Sunday 2-8 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. Memorials to charity of donor's choice. Obituary and condolences at Gertrude (Ortman) VandeVusse passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Oak Crest-Lighthouse Manor of Holland. She was born March 31, 1917 to Henry J. and Hermina (Ten Brink) Ortman in Holland. Her father passed away in 1920, as did an infant sister. She graduated from the Butterworth School of Nursing in 1939. She married Gerald VandeVusse on September 19, 1939. During World War II, and after, she worked with the Red Cross. She later practiced nursing at Zeeland Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital in Ft.… lifelong resident of Detroit, William was born on April 21, 1924 and died on September 17, 2008. He was the beloved husband of the late Kathryn Hawkins, and the loving father of Lisa and Gina Hawkins. William is also survived by many nieces and nephews as well as friends and neighbors whose lives he touched in so many ways. He will be missed by many. Monday 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Gertrude Catholic Church, 28839 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Burial with Military Honors at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to the Capuchins. Share a memory at Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary’s of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling.,… . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View JONES, Irene Lillian - Age 89, of Grand Blanc, died Friday, September 19, 2008 at Winwood of Grand Blanc. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc Twp. with Chaplain Brian Hansen officiating. Interment will be held at Lakeside Cemetery in Holly. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Humane Society of Genesee County. Mrs.… . . . Detailed View RAMSAY, Mich. -- James Albert "Jimmer" Joki, 62, a longtime resident of Ramsay, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, Sept. 17, 2008, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minn. James C. Kingman, age 79, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Sept. 19, 2008, at the Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange, Ind. He was born Sept. 23, 1928, in Morris, Ill., a son to the late Gordon and Ruby (Hopkins) Kingman. James was born and raised in Morris, Ill., and has resided in Sturgis for the past 21 years. On June 24, 1989, he married Dessie Anderson. Jim spent most of his years working at the Morris Federal Paper Board and then Diamond/Smurfit Container in Morris, Ill., and retired from… Janet Sue Sales, 45, of Adrian, passed away, Sept. 16, 2008. She was born March 21, 1963, in Adrian, Mich., the daughter of James Stedam and Jeraldine Sales. She was a registered nurse and family caretaker. Janet was a member of Lower Light Church in Adrian. She is survived by her daughter, Cali Cox; her son, Jason Branam; son-in-law, Roscoe Heroy; one sister, Jennifer Kelly; two grandchildren, Kenneth Heroy and McKenzie Branam; and many aunts and uncles, including caretakers Babe and Joyce Sales. Funeral… Jean V. Cowan, 94, of Kalamazoo died, Sept. 20, 2008, at Upjohn Care Center, Kalamazoo. Rite of Committal will take place Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at White Chapel Cemetery in Gladstone, Mo. Arrangements are under the direction of J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. WHITE PINE, Mich. -- Jeffrey S. Sawaski, 46, of White Pine, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 17, 2008, at Marquette General Hospital in Marquette. John C. Rise Sept. 4, 1940-Sept. 18, 2008 Rise, John C., 68, of Augusta Twp., Michigan died Thursday, September 18, 2008, at Bortz Health Care in Ypsilanti. John D. Rolen, 65, of Whitmore Lake, went home to be with his Lord Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, after a high spirited and courageous battle with brain cancer. Johnny was born Dec. 7, 1943 in Williamson, WV, son of Clarence and Rena Rolen. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War having served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a decorated officer with honors. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Rolen, of Whitmore Lake, Michigan; brother, Gregory Rolen of Cape Coral, Florida; sister, Cindy Rolen of Britton, Michigan;… Katherine J. “Kay” Jagielski, 71, of 502 Maple Ridge, LaGrange, Ind., died Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, at her residence. She was born July 15, 1937, in Chicago, a daughter of Walter and Mildred (Gora) Paruszkiewicz. On Jan. 17, 1969, she married Harry J. Jagielski, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 1, 1998. She recently retired from the Indiana Toll Road where she worked as a toll road attendant at the Howe-LaGrange Exit. She was also recently working as a private senior care provider. Surviving… Kathryn Bosma, 89, of Holland, died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Arrangements pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. . . . Detailed View Beloved father of Lynn (Bill) Fox, Steven (Carol) Lublin, Jill Lublin, and Jack Lublin. Loving grandfather of Christopher Lublin, Melissa (Tim) Kornellio, and Shannon Fox. Dear brother of Bertha Heller. Also survived by loving frined Patricia Ryan. Services were held Sunday at the HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 248-543-1622. Interment at Hebrew Memorial Park. Larry A. 'Himey' Himes Sept. 16, 2008 Battle Creek - Larry A. Himes "Himey," age 60, of Battle Creek passed away at his residence on Tuesday, September 16, 2008. He was formerly of Newport, Michigan. Leldon “Pete” C. Berna, age 70, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at his home. He was born Jan. 1, 1938, in Orem, Utah, a son to the late Harvey and Pearl Berna and moved to Sturgis in 1977 from Oregon. On Aug. 22, 1978, he married JoAnn Collins Gillette in Niles. Pete owned and operated LJB Manor Adult Foster Care from 1981-1984 and was the district manager of delivery for the Detroit News and Free Press for 13 years, retiring in 1997. Surviving are his wife, JoAnn; a son:,… Leola R. (Lee) Barnes-Townsend, age 87, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Sept. 19, 2008, at Spectrum-Health Blodgett Campus. She was born on April 9, 1921, in Sturgis, Mich., the daughter of the late Vern and Ina (Pickerd) Shears. Leola was employed by Gilson Press of Grand Rapids, as office manager, retiring in 1983, after 21 years of service. She has made her home in the Grand Rapids area since 1949. On Aug. 11, 1940, she married Louis F. Barnes who preceded her in death. On Oct. 7, 2000, she married… . . . Detailed View Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening,… Mabel L. Cline June 16, 1909-Sept. 16, 2008 Mabel L. Cline, age 99, of Cridersville and formerly of Custar, Ohio, died at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, in Otterbein-Cridersville Retirement Community. WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Margaret "Margie" Julien, 77, a longtime resident of Wakefield, formerly of Ramsay, passed away Friday morning, Sept. 12, 2008, in Ironwood. Marilyn S. Roberts June 3, 1931-Sept. 16, 2008 Marilyn S. Roberts, age 77 of Newport, died September 16, 2008 at Windhaven Elder Care Center in Temperance. Martina L. Herzog Oct. 11, 1916-Sept. 18, 2008 Martina L. Herzog, age 91, of Rockwood, MI passed away peacefully in her home Thursday, September 18, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Mary Catherine Brown, age 84, of Glenn, MI, died Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Born Sept. 28, 1923 in Ripley, Tenn., she was the daughter of Bud and Pearl Waldo. She was a homemaker, and lived in the Glenn area since 1951. Surviving are her children, Sandra and Richard Gilman of Fennville, Armelia Brown of Glenn, Dan Sanders of Fennville, and Roger and Marietta Brown of Elkhart, IN; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Joe and… Mrs. Harold (Mary E.) Hartgerink, 87, Morris, Ill., passed away late Friday evening September 19, 2008 in Morris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Morris, IL. with her loving family by her side. She was born on April 12, 1921 in Hartford, Conn. The daugher of John and Ellen Alexander Young. She was educated in schools of Stonnington, Conn. and graduated from Stonnington High School with the class of 1939. She graduated from St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing in June of 1942 in Hartford, Conn. … Mary L. McClure, age 73, of Tecumseh, passed away Sept. 20, 2008. She was born May 27, 1935, in Somerset Center, Mich., the daughter of Gerald and Ida Rose. On April 4, 1953, she married Robert C. McClure in Adrian, Mich. He survives. Mary was the secretary at St. Joseph Shrine, Brooklyn, Mich., for many years. She enjoyed working on ceramics, a lot of which she gave away as gifts. Mary loved flowers and tending to her flower garden. In addition to her husband, Robert, she is survived by four sons, Ronald,… Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda’s in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she… Mary Yvonne (Ludlow) Schlagheck Feb. 17, 1934-Sept. 16, 2008 Mary Yvonne (Ludlow) Schlagheck, 74 years, of Temperance, MI died unexpectedly of a heart attack Tuesday, September 16, 2008, in the Toledo Hospital. The daughter of Earl R. and Dolores V. 2-9 p.m. Wedneday September 24, Dryer Funeral Home, Holly McKinley Bryant Jr. June 25, 1926- Sept. 17, 2008 McKinley Bryant Jr., 82, of Toledo passed away suddenly September 17 at 11:27 am in Bay Park Community Hospital, Oregon. BESSEMER, Mich. -- Mildred J. "Milly" Samarziya, 84, of Bessemer, passed away early Monday morning, Sept. 15, 2008, in Wakefield. SMITH, Mildred A. - Of Swartz Creek, age 99, died Thursday, September 18, 2008 at Avalon Hospice. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday, September 22, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek with Rev. Hal Phillips officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery, Linden. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-8 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Halsey United Methodist Church. Friends may share an online tribute… Monica Michelle Martinez, age 37, of Essexville, Mich., passed away Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, at her home. She was born Aug. 29, 1971, in Adrian to Eusevio Martinez and Erlinda Martinez. She graduated from Adrian High School in 1989. Monica had been employed as a day care provider. She enjoyed scrapbooking, drawing, art, music, and spending time with her children. Monica is survived by her mother, Erlinda Martinez of Adrian; her father and stepmother, Eusevio and Tracy Martinez of Tecumseh; two daughters,… Opal Courts April 4, 1928-Sept. 18, 2008 Opal Courts, age 80, of Carleton, passed away at 12:34 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at Fountainview of Monroe. She had been under the care of Mercy Memorial Hospice of Monroe. Opal Courts, 80, died at 12:34 p.m. Thursday at Fountainview of Monroe. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe Orville Archer, 94, of State Line Road, Niles, died at 5:40 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at West Woods of Niles. . . . Detailed View Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Main and Orchard, Northville until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Monday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. In state 9:00 a.m. until time of funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at St. Jude Catholic Church, 15879 E. Seven Mile Rd., Detroit 48205. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Catholic Church or the Capuchins, 1820 Mt. Elliott Ave., Detroit 48207. Patricia H. Young, 81, of Blissfield passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at the Provincial House in Adrian. Arrangements are pending at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. . . . Detailed View Pauline F. Bertalon, 88, of Pittsford passed away Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born July 17, 1920, in Detroit to Florance and Velma (Miller) Smith. She married John S. Bertalon on April 9, 1939, in Pioneer, Ohio and he preceded her in death in 1979. Pauline retired from Stevenson Home in Adrian in 1994, after ten years of service and previously was employed at 99 Drive Inn in Hillsdale for 13 years. She was a member of Pittsford Liberty Bible Church and dearly… . . . Detailed View Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blks, N. of 10 Mile). Funeral Wednesday at San Francesco Catholic Church, 22870 S. Nunneley Rd. (at Gratiot). In state 9:30 a.m. at the Church until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share a memory at Raymond Lyle Taber, 57, of Bedford, Iowa, formerly of North Adams, passed away Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008, as a result of an automobile accident near Bedford. He was born March 4, 1951, in Red Oak, Iowa, to Raymond and Aloma (Carpenter) Taber. Raymond was employed by the Energizer Battery Factory in Maryville, Mo. He was a member of the U.S. Trotting Association, having won first place just a few weeks ago as the owner of the fastest trotter in the state of Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents and… . . . Detailed View Richard M. Evilsizer Sept. 6, 2008 Richard M. Evilsizer, 80, of Lambertville died Sept. 6 in his home. Arrangements by H. H. Birkenkamp Funeral Home, 3219 Tremainsville, Toledo. Robert 'Cowboy' Burkholder Sr. Jan. 29, 1954-Sept. 19, 2008 Robert "Cowboy" Burkholder, Sr. age 54 years of Temperance, MI, died Friday, September 19, 2008 in Mercy Memorial Hospital. EWEN -- Robert A. Pietila, 53, of Ewen, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008. Robert Dale Waterfield Jr., 80, of Hillsdale, went to be with his Lord on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Jan. 26, 1928 in Toledo, Ohio to Robert and Margaret (Barnett) Waterfield. He was married Jan. 13, 1979 in Toledo to Alice (Maulbetsch) Waterfield, and she survives in Hillsdale. Robert was a graduate of Reading High School in 1946 and attended Michigan State University. Robert retired in 1994, he was a real estate… Robert H. "Bob" Baum Sept. 15, 1924-Sept. 17, 2008 Robert H. "Bob" Baum, 84, Sandusky, died unexpectedly Wednesday evening at his home. Robert Janusz passed away Saturday, Sept. 21, 2008. Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher Funeral Home, Coldwater. Robert "Bob" Koster, aged 76, of Byron Center, MI, and Winter Haven, FL, was welcomed to his heavenly home by his loving Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 18, 2008. A Memorial Celebration of Bob's life will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, September 22, at Corinth Reformed Church, 129 - 100th St. SE. Visitation will be held Sunday, September 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Stroo Funeral Home, and Monday from 12 to 12:45 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to… Ronald E. Winters, Sr. March 13, 1942-Sept. 5, 2008 Ronald E. Winters, Sr., 66, of Binghamton, NY, formerly of Lambertville, MI, passed away September 5, 2008. Rose A. Strayer, 95, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sept. 20, 2008, at Miller’s Merry Manor, LaGrange, Ind. Visitation is from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange, Ind. Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Plato United Methodist Church, LaGrange. Burial will take place at Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, Ind. MOFFETT, Russell F. - Age 97, of Harrison Twp., formerly of Flint for 91 years, and Bradenton, FL, died Tuesday, September 16, 2008 in Bradenton, FL. Funeral services will be held 2:30 PM Sunday, September 21, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek with Rev. Robert D. Wright officiating. Interment will be held at a later date at Sunset Hills Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1 PM until the time of service on Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers,… Ryan Patrick Earegood, 27, of Houghton Lake and Holland, passed away Monday, September 15, 2008, at his parent’s home surrounded by his loving family and fiance’. Ryan was born on March 17, 1981 in Grayling, Michigan. He grew up and attended school in Houghton Lake graduating in 1999. He then attended Lake Superior State University and was a member of Theta XI Fraternity and has served as the vice president and secretary for the fraternity. Ryan was working as a controls engineer for J.R. Automation in… September 20, 2008. Age 96. Beloved wife of the late Erwin. Dear mother of Carolyn Noonan (Terry), Judy Belfore (David) and Bonnie Moore (Jim). Loving grandmother of Tom, Michael, Rick, Wendi, Lindsay, Greg, Sara and Tim. Also seven great-grandchildren. Member of Bethany Lutheran Church for 96 years. In state Tuesday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, 11475 E. Outer Drive, Detroit 48224. Memorial contributions may be made to the church or Valparaiso University Guild.… Monday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Memorial contributions in Karen's memory would be appreciated to Gilda's Club of Metro Detroit. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd. (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Rosary Tuesday evening. Memorials to Muscular Dystrophy or Multiple Sclerosis appreciation. Obituary and condolences at Beloved husband of Rosalie and the late Mary Ann. Loving father of John Sterne, and Judy Isakson and the late Jeffrey Sterne. Dear father-in-law of Dorothy Sterne, and six loving step-children. Dear brother of Aranka Stark. Loving grandfather of Joshua Sterne, Paul (Joann) Sterne, Bradley Sterne and Troy Sterne. Numerous loving step- grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Graveside Services Monday 10:00 a.m. at Machpelah Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (248) 543-1622 will be held at the R.C. Aleks & Son Funeral Home, 1324 Southfield Rd., Lincoln Park on Tuesday September 23, from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Tuesday 1-9 p.m. Rosary p.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. For further information, call Funeral Home, 313-271-0800. . . . Detailed View Shirley A. Stubbs, 72, formerly of Troy, Ohio, more recently of Reading and Titusville, Fla., passed away after a nine-month battle with cancer. She was born July 27, 1936, in Harrod, Ohio. She is survived by her husband, Russell C. Stubbs, Jr., having been married for 51 years; three children and three in-laws, Cindy (Stubbs) and Cobb Milner of Blowing Rock, N.C., Peggy (Stubbs) and Bill Yoerger of Carmel, Ind., Jim and Jill Stubbs of Troy, Ohio; six beloved grandchildren, Jonathan Yoerger of Savannah,… LIVONIA — Shirley Kraft, 77, passed away, Sept. 12, 2008. Graveside Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, at Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. Arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. . . . Detailed View Tanya R. Fry, 62, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sept. 18, 2008, at her residence. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange where services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange. Ahearn, Theresa C. Midland, Michigan Age 88, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. The funeral liturgy will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 22, 2008 from St. Agnes Catholic Church in Sanford. Father James Hast OFM Cap. will officiate, with private family burial rites in St. Agnes Cemetery in Sanford. Mrs. Ahearn's family will receive friends on Sunday from 2:00-8:00 p.m. at the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home, 1200 West Wheeler Street in Midland, and the church… . . . Detailed View Verna Nettleman, 52, of Bronson went to be with the Lord Saturday, Aug. 30, at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She was born to Stanley and Louella Nettleman on June 25, 1956. She was a Bronson graduate in 1975. Verna loved her family and enjoyed people in general and animals too. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, baby sitting and doing word puzzle books. Verna was a Bronson School crossings guard for several years, also an employee of Bill’s Steak House some years ago. Verna was preceded in death… BESSEMER, Mich. -- Vincent M. Holup, 91, of Bessemer, died Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, in Ironwood. Today 2 p.m.-9 p.m. at Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home, 32814 Utica Rd., Fraser. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m in Warren Woods Church of the Nazarene. Additional visitation Tuesday at the church from 10:30am till time of services. Share memories at www.faulmannwalsh.com age 74 of Commerce Twp. September 19, 2008. Loving brother of Graham (Gee) Wellington, William (Gloria) Wellington, the late Mary Vogel and John Wellington. Survived also by several nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Funeral from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 340 N. Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake (3 Blocks South of Maple Rd) Tuesday 12 noon. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Friends may visit Tuesday 10 a.m. to time of service. www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com Willadene “Billie” Fisher, age 83, of Adrian, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at Lenawee Medical Care in Adrian. She was born Sept. 19, 1925, in Bay Harbor, Fla., to Claudie and Thelma (Sooner) Griffin. She married Kenneth G. Fisher on Dec. 2, 1941. He preceded her in death in 1984. She was a member of Jasper Bible Church in Jasper. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Ethel R. Case, and a son-in-law, Andrew Hubbell. Survivors include her three children,… . . . Detailed View BESSEMER, Mich. -- William H. Stelcher, 91, of Bessemer, died Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, in Hurley. . . . Detailed View Pollack, Anna Kathleen (Becke) * |
Monday, September 22, 2008
Michigan Obituaries 09/22/08
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