| Adeline Miracle Sept. 22, 2008 Miracle, Adeline, 9/22/08, Age 81, of S. Rockwood. Agnes M. Grunst, age 82, of Holland, died Sunday, September 28, 2008, at Appledorn Living Center. Arrangements will be announced later by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Holland. www.lifestorynet.com Albert P. “Butch” Germain, passed away Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 in Grand Rapids. Butch was born August 17, 1947, in Plainwell, the son of John ‘Jack’ and Alleen (Brewster) Germain. He earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Western Michigan University. For more than 30 years, he taught at Martin Public Schools. Butch was a member of the Allegan County 4-H Travelers Club, the Martin Lions Club, and the Allegan and Martin Lionesses Clubs. He was active in Lions District 11-C-1 and was… Alden R. Ferguson, age 76 years, passed away Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at Hillsdale Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. He was born on Jan. 20, 1932, in Adrian, the son of Clyde V. and Dortha (Warren) Ferguson. He was a lifelong resident of the Hudson area and he married Marjorie M. “Boots” Cook on Nov. 19, 1955, in Adrian. She preceded him in death on Oct. 26, 2006. Alden retired from Hydro Aluminum after 51 years of service. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War,… Alice C. Field, 92, of White Pigeon, Mich., was released from her earthly bonds on Thursday evening, Sept. 25, 2008 and ascended into heaven. She lived a full and happy life touching many along the way with grace and compassion. Alice was preceded on this journey by her husband George F. Field in July 1995, and daughter, Marian E. Ulsh in October 1998, and several brothers and sisters. They await her arrival with opened arms. Alice was born to Anna Fitzgerald Cooley and Russell Sylvester Cooley, March… Amy F. McDaniel, 47, of Monroe, died Friday at 10:12 a.m. at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Rupp Funeral Home. Amy F. McDaniel July 17, 1961-Sept. 26, 2008 Amy F. McDaniel, 47, of Monroe, passed away at 10:12 AM, Friday, September 26, 2008, in the Mercy Memorial Hospital, where she had been for a day. She had been in poor health for 10 years and seriously ill for 8 months. Anna Louise Knight Nov. 26, 1921-Sept. 22, 2008 Anna Louise Knight, 86 years, of Genoa, OH and formerly of Temperance, MI, died Monday, September 22, 2008, in Briarhill Care Center, North Baltimore, OH. She had worked as a custodian for Bedford Public Schools. . . . Detailed View Archie J. Potter, 79, of Marion Township, died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008. Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Tuesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday. Instate 10 a.m. St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, 21120 Madison, St. Clair Shores, until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memories to be shared at Betty Jean MacIntyre, 81, of Midland, died Wednesday morning, Sept. 17, 2008 at Brittany Manor Nursing Home. She was born April 16, 1927 in Charleston, Illinois, the daughter of the late Clayton and Zola (Hudson) Swift. Breanka Lynne Fannin Sept. 22, 2008-Sept. 23, 2008 Breanka Lynne Fannin became an angel of God on September 23, 2008, at Toledo Children's Hospital. Monday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Interment Roseland Park Cemetery. Memorials to the American Diabetes Association appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com . will be Wednesday 6-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile, Farmington Hills. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Please share memories with the family at Carole Ann (Springvloed) Lankheet, age 73, of Wyoming, died on Wednesday, September 24, 2008. A celebration of Carole’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 29, at Grace Reformed Church, 3330 Burlingame SW, Wyoming with Rev. Rick Oppenhuizen officiating. 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. Carrie Ellen Braden Nov. 26, 1917- Sept. 25, 2008 Carrie Ellen Braden, age 90, of Monroe, MI passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008, at 1:45 AM in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Carrie Ellen Braden Sept. 25, 2008 Carrie Ellen Braden, 90, of Monroe died at 1:45 this morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home. Catherine M. "Sis" Kurtz May 28, 1919-Sept. 26, 2008 Catherine M. "Sis" Kurtz, 89, of Monroe, died at 11:18 a.m. Friday at Medilodge of Monroe. Catherine M. Kurtz, 89, of Monroe, died at 11:18 a.m. Friday at Medilodge of Monroe. Arrangements pending at Rupp Funeral Home. . . . Detailed View Charles P. Bennett, 81, of Colon, passed away Sept. 28, 2008, unexpectedly at his home. Chuck was born Feb. 19, 1927, in Huntingdon, Pa., a son to the late Samuel P. and Mary J. (Wench) Bennett. On Feb. 13, 1948, he married Phyllis Mae Huhn in Petersburg, Pa., and she preceded him in death on March 22, 1995. Chuck had served in the Merchant Marines from 1944 to 1945 and in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1947 during World War II. Chuck had made his home in Colon since 1972 coming from Sylvania, Ohio. He… IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Cole Ruotsala, 3, of Ironwood, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, in Milwaukee. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr), Tuesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday 10 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Share memories at . . . Detailed View Chartier, David A. Bay City, Michigan Dave passed away Friday, September 26, 2008 at his residence, age 53. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, October 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Hedwig Church. Friends may call at the church only on Thursday after 9:00 a.m. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesday's edition. SMITH, David E. - Age 63, of Montrose, died Saturday, September 27, 2008 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 11 a..m. Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at O'Guinn Family Funeral Homes in Montrose. Visitation will be held Sunday from 3-9 p.m. and Monday from 12-4 and 6-9 p.m. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the family. Complete obituary will appear in Monday's edition. Donna Mae Balder died on Thursday, September 18, 2008, at Hospice Family Care at the Crossroads, Prescott, Arizona. She was born on February 8, 1949 in Holland, Michigan, the daughter of Herman and Janet Bouws. Donna is survived by her children, Mathew James and wife, Stephanie Balder of Zeeland and Brian Scott Balder of Holland; her sister, Gloria and husband Jack Zuidema of Holland; brothers, Gordon and Ruthann Bouws of Hudsonville, and Edwin and wife, Sue Bouws of Holland; and MaryLou Bouws… BELLINGER, Dorothy A. - Age 64, of Gaines, went to be with her father in heaven, Friday, September 26, 2008 at Genesys Health Park. A Memorial Service will be held 7:00 PM Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to a charity of one's choice. Dorothy was born October 2, 1943 in Flint, the daughter of William James and Thelma Roxie (Durkee) Bellinger. She was a 1961 graduate of Hillman High… Dorothy M. Pate, age 90, of Adrian entered into eternal peace on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 28, 1917, in Seward, Ohio, to Theodore and Myrtle (Newell) Snyder. On her 19th birthday, Oct. 28, 1936, she married the love of her life, John Pate. Dorothy and John were blessed with 61 years of marriage; he preceded her in death on November 3, 1997. Dorothy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, providing a wonderful home for her family. She was a… E. Lane Devine May 5, 1922-Sept. 23, 2008 E. Lane Devine, 86 yrs, of Petersburg died at her residence Tuesday morning. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home, Ida, Wednesday from 6-9 PM and Thursday from 2-9 PM. Services will be at the funeral home Friday at 11 AM. . . . Detailed View Monday from 3-9 p.m. Rosary Monday 7:00 p.m. In state Tuesday 9:00 a.m. at St. Veronica Catholic Church, 21440 Universal, Eastpointe, until time of Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Please share a though or memory at . . . Detailed View Edna Joan Daniel, 75, passed away Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility where she was lovingly cared for. Eileen Leslie Erway, 64, of Empire and formerly of Grand Rapids and the Upper Peninsula, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at her home in Empire with her family by her side. Eileen was the daughter of the late Maurice and Audrey (Sova) Herbert, born in Douglas on February 7, 1944. Eileen was part of the class of 1961 graduating from Saugatuck High School. After graduation and being raised in the Saugatuck and Douglas area, Eileen went on to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. She began her… BLUE MOUNDS, Wis. -- Elaine R. (Ahonen) Cook, 76, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, at Oconomowoc, Wis. . . . Detailed View McCOLLUM, Eva Joyce - Of Burton, age 74, died Saturday, September 27, 2008. Cremation has taken place. Please visit www.martinfuneralhome.com to view a full obituary. Eva Parker, 84, of Livonia, formerly of Adrian, died Sept. 25, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Mendal (2001); a devoted mother of George (Maryann), Helen (Jerry) Riggs, John (Teresa), Mary (Mike) Smith, Joseph (Barbara) and Margaret (David) Alton; a loving sister of Gerty Verdon and Mary DeStasio; a cherished grandmother of 27; a great-grandmother of 14; and great-great-grandmother of one. Mrs. Parker was a longtime member of St. Mary’s Church in Adrian. Funeral Mass will be Monday, Sept. 29,… age 77, of Tucson, AZ and formerly of Waterford, MI, passed away Friday, September 26, 2008. She was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Tucson, AZ. A lover of flowers and gardening, she also did various crafts and enjoyed quilting. She is survived by her husband, William; her children, Janice and Kris Stiles of Phoenix, AZ, William and Deborah Fleming of Oscoda, MI, Robert and Kimberly Fleming of Rockford, MI, John and Amy Fleming of Saginaw, MI, and Laurel and Francis Hostler of Show Low,… Beloved wife of Dave Foster for over 50 years. Dear mother of Karen (Eric) Erickson, Dr. Marc (Erin) Foster, Craig (Conny) Foster. Devoted grandmother of Mandy and Monique Erickson, Adam, Stephanie Foster, Sandra and James Kearns. Proud great-grandmother of Donovan, Athena, Savannah and Dillon. Cherished sister of Melvin (Gail) Ball. Dear aunt of Jason and Lauren Ball. SERVICES 12 NOON MONDAY AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. September 28, 2008. Age 76. Beloved wife of the late John D. Fraser. Dearest mother of Carolyn (Mark) Sklut, Diane (Mike) Fancher, Gail (Brion) Parrish, and Wendy (Paul) Gietzen. Cherished grandmother of 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Private family service will be held. Contributions suggested to Angela Hospice. Share your special thoughts and memories at schrader-howell.com . Florence Lorene Campbell, 93, of Litchfield Township, passed away Tuesday Sept. 23, 2008 at the Laurels of Coldwater. She was born May 16, 1915, in Calhoun County to Leo C. and Mina Mae (Juckett) Riker. On Dec. 10, 1932, she married Clive Ernest Campbell and he preceded her in death in 1985. Surviving are six daughters, Mary (Darrell) Adams of Homer, Lorene (Lee) Slusher of Cambria, Marjorie (Jerry) Lewis of Litchfield, Janice (George) Manzer of Coldwater, Bonnie (Jake) Ward of Osseo, Lila (Rick) McNitt… Florence M. Holland, 72, of Adrian, passed away Sept. 26, 2008, at Bixby Medical Center. She was born Dec. 16, 1935, in Toledo and was the daughter of John and Jeanie (Benson) Sentle. On June 7, 1975, she married Jimmie D. Holland in the Church of Christ in Adrian. He survives. She was retired from Ritchie Dining Hall. Florence was a member of the Church of Christ in Adrian. In addition to her husband, Jimmie, she is survived by five sons, Jerry Lee Sentle, Robert (Kathy) Bryan, Ricky Bryan, Mike… VAN MIDDLESWORTH, Florence Of Battle Creek Formerly of Climax Florence Edna Clark Van Middlesworth was born January 1, 1915 in Battle Creek and passed away September 26, 2008 in Battle Creek. She was a lifelong Climax area resident and was married for 48 years to the late Frank C. Van Middlesworth. Surviving are her children, Betty Jo (James) Mitchell, Carol (Carl) VanWyk and James (Tamara) Van Middlesworth; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and many other loving family and friends. The family… . . . Detailed View 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 . Franklin M. Vande Bunte, age 95, of Forest Grove passed peacefully to his heavenly home Saturday September 27, 2008. Frank was a member of Forest Grove Reformed Church. He is preceded in death by a son-in-law, Roger Kamminga; brothers, Donald (Ruth) Vande Bunte, Harvey (Ethel) Vande Bunte and Howard Vande Bunte; in-laws, Ed Van Dam, John Helder and Henry (Irene) Helder. Frank is survived by his wife, Theressa Vande Bunte; children, Carla and Vernon Sterk of Holland, Linda Kamminga of Kalamazoo and Gene… . . . Detailed View Age 95 of Rochester Hills, passed away on September 26, 2008. She is survived by her loving sons, Paul (Sarah) Grandis, Ron (Linda) Grandis, and Gerald (Conchetta) Grandis; nine grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; also survived by her loving nieces, nephews and dear friends. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Grandis (d.1997). A Funeral Liturgy will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church, 1955 E. Commerce Rd., Milford, Wednesday, October 1st, at 10 a.m., Fr. Ron Anderson will officiate.… Sunday and Monday 3:00-8:00 p.m. with a Scripture Service Monday 7 p.m. at A. H. Peters Funeral Home 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd. Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church,1828 Jay St. Detroit. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Fr. Solanus Guild or Michigan Humane Society. "JIM" JOSEPH Age 80 of Billings, Montana formerly of Livonia, Michigan, died on Friday, September 26, 2008, at the Billings Clinic. He was born on October 16, 1927, the son of Wilfred and Ruth Gray, of Ferndale, Michigan. Jim, a 38 year long employee of Michigan Bell, and a Korean War Army veteran, is survived by his wife of 57 years, Shirley (of Billings), his daughter Kyle Anne and son-in-law Richard Foote (of Park City), and his daughter-in-law, Sue Gray (of Livonia, Michigan). He was… IRONWOOD, Mich. -- George W. Kaltenbach, 85, of Ironwood and formerly of Crystal Lake, Ill., died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, in Ironwood. ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Glen Olson, 96, Ontonagon, died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at Maple Manor Nursing home in Ontonagon. Gordon J. De Jonge, age 80, of Borculo went to be with his Lord Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Hospice House of Holland. Gord was a member of Borculo Christian Reformed Church where he served as a deacon and elder. He was self-employed for many years and later retired from Lamar Construction. He enjoyed volunteering for CRWRC, His Hands and Bibles for Mexico. Gord loved his family and enjoyed attending his grandchildren's activities. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Hermina (Mike) and… Harvey F. “Bud” Baily Jr., age 82, of Jackson, formerly of Onsted, died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at Foote Hospital. He was born Feb. 11, 1926, in Toledo to Harvey F. and Beatrice (Gambrill) Bailey. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII in the South Pacific. On Jan. 18, 1947, he married Beverly June Grey. She preceded him in death on Dec. 2, 2001. Bud had been employed by the Toledo Fire Department for 25 years, retiring in January 1979. After retirement, he worked at the Brooklyn Exponent. Bud was a… Helen A. Wittkop April 13, 1923 -- Sept. 26, 2008 Helen A. Wittkop, 85, of Dundee, died Friday, September 26, 2008, due to an auto accident. Helen C. Hayes, age 97, of Sand Creek, died Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility. She was born April 26, 1911, in Seward, Ohio, to John H. and Marie C. (Page) Shulters. On April 27, 1935, in Adrian she married Lee Hayes and he preceded her in death on April 5, 1993. She was a 1929 graduate of Sand Creek High School and she attended Stautzenberger Business College in Toledo. Helen was a former member of Our Lady of Fatima in Lyons, Ohio, where she was a member of the Rosary Altar… 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.,… WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Isabel "Bella" Lepinski, 93, of Putman Street, Wakefield, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, in Ironwood. Janette F. Wortman, 76, of Jackson passed away Sept. 23, 2008. She is survived by her husband Richard Sr. of 50 years; two children, Bruce (Julie) Wortman and Richard Jr. (Kimberly) Wortman; six grandchildren, Jason (Jennifer) Wortman, Brock Wortman, Nathan Reimers, Gary (Jamie) Rippee, Anthony (Stephine) Wortman, Amber Wortman, nine great-grandchildren; one sister Joyce Longshore; six nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, James Ford; one granddaughter, Amy… CATTANEO, Jeannette A. - Age 67, of Fenton, died Thursday, September 25, 2008 at her daughter's home. Funeral mass will be celebrated 11 AM Monday, September 29, 2008 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 600 N. Adelaide St., Fenton with Fr. David Harvey celebrant. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to the St. John GIFT Campaign. Visitation will be held 2-5 and 7-9 PM Saturday and Sunday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd.,… Jeremy L. Mistura, 21, of Alanson, passed away Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. Jesse William 'Bill' Barth, age 72, of Alma, formerly of Grand Rapids, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008 at Masonic Pathways in Alma. A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 5, 2008 at 1 p.m. at the Masonic Pathways, Doig Chapel in Alma. Bill was born April 15, 1936 in Stockbridge, Michigan the son of Ferdinand and Anna Pauline (Dysert) Barth. He graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1954 and went on to attended Michigan State University for two years. Bill married Helen Hazekamp… John D. Wiersma age 60, of Hollywood, Florida, died Friday, September 26, 2008. He was preceded in death by his mother, NellieWiersma in 2003. He is survived by his father, Daniel Wiersma of Holland; sisters, Marcia and Jack Van Eden of Zeeland, Judy and Jay Klingenberg of Holland, Sally and Eric Cammenga of Holland; nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are by Yntema Funeral Home. An online registry is… John K. Kinsler, 78, of Gladwin, passed away Sept. 17, 2008 in Fenton. . . . Detailed View Beloved wife of the late Oscar Kanat. Dear mother of Gil (Jacqui) Kanat. Loving grandmother of Daniel (Heather) Kanat. Devoted sister of the late Faye Fishman, the late Nathan Feldman and the late Sylvia Chasson. Also survived by two dear great-grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. SERVICES TODAY, 10 A.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY or visit Tuesday 3-9 pm at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc. 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Trisagion Tuesday 7 p.m. In state Wednesday 9:30 am until 10 am time of Divine Liturgy at St John Greek Orthodox Church, 11455 Metro Parkway at Dodge Park. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Memorials to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Assumption Greek Orthodox Church or St. John Greek Orthodox Church appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com Kirk Thompson, 53, of Romulus, passed away Sept. 19, 2008. He was the beloved son of Norma Jean and the late James, loving father of Kirk (Marney) Thompson Jr. and Kevin (Pamela Barron) Thompson Sr., dear grandfather of Mikaya, Kalex, Kevin Jr. and Skyann. He was preceded in death by brothers, Larry and Jerry and grandson, Keelan. Arrangements are by Kernan Funeral Service, 1020 Fort St., Lincoln Park, (313) 381-2345. Beloved husband of the late Lillian Lewis. Dear father of Terry Lewis. Proud grandfather of Seth Lewis Blumberg. Cherished brother-in-law of Mary Lewis and Mary (Jack) Baroff. Loving companion of Beatrice Baskin and is also survived by Beatrice's children, Ted (Karen) Baskin and Mark (Suzanne) Baskin, and many nieces and nephews. SERVICES 10 A.M. THURSDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT AT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY. Tuesday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 11:00 a.m.at St. Colman Catholic Church, 32500 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills. Private burial will follow funeral Mass. www.mccabefuneralhome.com ` CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- Lance Cpl. Jonathon W. Watson, 20, of Georgetown, Ill., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at Camp Pendleton. ROBINSON, Laverne W. - Age 61, of Mt. Morris, died Friday, September 26, 2008 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at O'Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday from 10-2 and 4-8 p.m. A complete obituary will appear in Monday's edition. Lawrence Dale Moyer, 84, of Constantine, died Sept. 27, 2008, at the Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers. He was born in Constantine on April 22, 1924, the son of Ezra A. and Myrtle Elizabeth (Noel) Moyer. Dale graduated from Constantine High School in 1942. From 1942 until 1948 he served in the US Navy as a swimming specialist and continued his love for the Navy throughout his life.. Dale worked as a shipping and receiving clerk at Coachmen Industries and Weyerhaeuser in Middlebury, Ind., … Lois Van Oosterhout was born to John and Gertrude Tazelaar on February 24, 1912 in Grand Rapids, MI. She moved to Holland around 1914 and grew up in Macatawa Park with her sister Harriet and brothers Ted and Arthur. On November 29, 1934 she married the love of her life Ted. Surviving are her children: Thomas (Rosemary) and Judith Bakker (Lynn). Her wonderful grandchildren: Christopher (Joella), Robin Lewis (Jeffrey), Noah (Teresa), Derek (Cybil) Bakker, and Jonathan (Jennifer) Bakker. Her beautiful… Lois Ziel, age 91, of Grand Rapids, died Friday, September 26, 2008. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 1, 2008 also at the funeral home, service time is pending and will be announced in a full obituary that will appear in a future edition of The Grand Rapids Press. The family is being served by: Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service Lonnie Avra, 59, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 in an aircraft accident in Atlanta, Ga. Lonnie was the pilot and sole occupant of the aircraft. Lonnie was a well-known and respected self-made local business man. Lonnie and Karen owned and operated many local businesses, including BDS Suspension, Truckmaster Distributing, Avra Warehousing and Cockburn Island Forrest products. Lonnie enjoyed the outdoors and the wilderness. He owned real estate ventures in Michigan, Florida, Alaska, Costa Rica… Lonnie Avra, 59, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 in an aircraft accident in Atlanta, Ga. Lonnie was the pilot and sole occupant of the aircraft. Lonnie was a well-known and respected self-made local business man. Lonnie and Karen owned and operated many local businesses, including BDS Suspension, Truckmaster Distributing, Avra Warehousing and Cockburn Island Forrest products. Lonnie enjoyed the outdoors and the wilderness. He owned real estate ventures in Michigan, Florida, Alaska, Costa… 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,… Age 84, September 27, 2008 of Allen Park. Beloved wife of the late Frederick. Loving mother of Sharon (Al) Oshinsky, Kevin (Kathleen A.), Colleen (Tom) Ermiger, the late Patrick, Daniel, Timothy and Terence. Dearest grandmother of Ryan, Sean, Nicole, Erinn, Meghan, Ashley, Adam, Kaitlin, Brendan and Brady. For funeral service information please call the Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 313-386-6600. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be… Monday 2-9 p.m. Memorials to Stephens United Methodist Church, 5000 Pelham, Dearborn Hts., MI 48125. Share your memories with the Marlow family at Beloved wife of Paul. Dear mother of Daniel (Jeffery) Studavent and Todd Math. Loving sister of Raymond (Ethel) Brown. Dear grandmother of Mariah Grace and Jefffery Jr. Studavent. Graveside services Monday 9:30 a.m. at Hebrew Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (248) 543-1622 Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Interment Michigan Memorial Park. Monday 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-6 p.m. Tributes to Karmanos Cancer Foundation are welcome. President of U.A.W. Local #771. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Burial Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com . • Margaret E. Mackin, 95, of Manistee died Thursday morning, Sept. 25. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... SOUTH MILWAUKEE, Wis. -- Mary E. Lerza, 91, a former longtime Hurley resident, died Monday afternoon, Sept. 22, 2008, at Franciscan Villa in South Milwaukee, where she had resided for the past several years. Mary Nichol Sept. 5, 1931-Sept. 24, 2008 Mary Nichol, age 77, of Carleton, MI passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at 11:30 AM at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, MI, after a short illness. 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… Maurice L. Swihart, 85, of Howe, Ind., died Sept. 24, 2008 at his residence. Visitation is from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the First Church of God in LaGrange, Ind., where service are at 10 a.m. Monday. Burial will be in Brighton Cemetery, Howe, Ind. Michael E. Rigsby, 64, of Palmetto, Fla., died Sept. 23, 2008, at the Ellenton Hospice House in Palmetto, Fla. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at Frurip May Funeral Home, in LaGrange, where services are at 10 a.m. Saturday. Burial will take place in Woodruff Cemetery, Wolcottville, Ind. Michael James and Carmen Doris Sosby Michael James Sosby, age 40, and Carmen Doris Sosby, age 36, of Adrian, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. Michael was born Jan. 31, 1968, in Adrian, to Marshall Eldridge and Birgit S. (Schuldt) Sosby. Carmen was born Feb. 10, 1971, in Germany, to Horst and Marie (Schoen) Schatz. Michael and Carmen were united in marriage Aug. 24, 1990, at Rollin Center United Methodist Church in Rollin where they attended with their family. Michael served his country in the United States Army. He was employed with Verizon. He… (Grand Rapids) Mr. Michael Powers, aged 33, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 27, 2008. A complete obituary will be published in Tuesday's Grand Rapids Press. Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford www.pedersonfuneralhome.com Mildred Joan Immink, age 78, of Holland, died Sept. 26, 2008 at Holland Hospital. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, at The Chapel in Christ Memorial Church of Holland, 595 Graafschap Road. Visiting will be from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday after the memorial service. Arrangements by The Mulder Chapel Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 188 West 32nd St. www.lifestorynet.com IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Milton Walter Kivi, 70, of 715 Garvey Street, Ironwood, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at home. Donald S. Age 73. September 27, 2008. Beloved husband of Shirley. Dear father of Laura (Todd) Hill, Donald Jr. (Susie) and step-father of Shelli Hebert, Rob (Sherri) Hughes, and Jamie (Dawnna) Hughes. Dearest grandfather of Amanda, Samantha, Austin, Cody, Nate, Morgan, Reece, Taylor, Stephen, Andrea, and Elizabeth. Brother of Robert. Family will receive friends Monday 5:00-8:00 and Tuesday 2:00-8:00 at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Funeral services will be Wednesday 11:00 am… Monday 1-9 p.m. Share a memorial tribute with the family at, . Memorial contributions to Odyssey Hospice would be appreciated for their kind support and caring for our father. thank you, Doug, for everything you have given us. We have been blessed by so many years of your kindness, strength, and hope. Doug Potthoff of East China, Michigan, passed away September 27, 2008, peacefully from the arms of his loving family. Today we rejoice that his spirit has passed and he is forever at home in Heaven. Born May 2, 1950, in Detroit, MI. He and Cheryl Gakstatter were married September 17, 1977, and enjoyed 31 years of love and friendship. Together they had two sons, William (Kirsten)… Patricia Peterman May 4, 1931-Sept. 25, 2008 Patricia Peterman, 77 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008, in Harborside of Sylvania. . . . Detailed View On Monday, September 22, 2008 Paul Robbert died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family having fought a brave battle against cancer. He was born on July 2, 1928 in Holland Michigan to Jennie and Edward Robbert. Paul demonstrated a prodigious talent for art at an early age, and it became his life long passion. He went on to study formally at Michigan State University, graduating with a MA in Fine Arts specializing in painting and printmaking. He also performed as a jazz musician to support his… . . . Detailed View Phyllis L. Anderson, 64, of White Pigeon, died Sept. 24, 2008, at her home following an extended illness. She was born Dec. 15, 1943, in Markle, Ind., a daughter of John and Bertha (Widner) Campbell. Phyllis was a White Pigeon resident for 45 years, coming from California. On Aug. 30, 1982, she married Larry V. (Andy) Anderson in LaGrange, Ind. He died March 2, 1995. Phyllis was employed by Meijer in Middlebury, Ind. for 10 years, retiring in August of 2007. She was formerly employed by Mid America… Monday (September 29, 2008) 1-9 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home (Dearborn Chapel), 23701 Ford Rd. Funeral service Tuesday (September 30, 2008) 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery (Livonia). Visit our Online/Guestbook at www.voranfuneralhome.com Raleigh W. Wadsworth, 72, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Sept. 28, 2008, at the Riverview Manor Nursing Home in Three Rivers, Mich. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel 807 E. Chicago Rd. Sturgis. Ralph W. Hogle, 82, of Constantine, passed away Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. • Reva R. Herrmann, 75, of Manistee died Thursday morning, Sept. 25. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... Richard Brian Janney May 6, 1954-Sept. 22, 2008 Richard Brian Janney, age 54, of Monroe died Monday, September 22, 2008. He was born May 6, 1954 in Portsmouth, NH. Mr. Janney graduated from Berkley High School and worked as a carpenter. Richard M. Evilsizer, 80, of Lambertville died Sept. 6 in his home. Arrangements by H.H. Birkenkamp Funeral Home, Toledo. Robert C. Hawkins, age 83 of Addison, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. He was born on August 18, 1925 in Toledo, Ohio to Maynard A. and Helen L. (Corwin) Hawkins. He married Marilyn L. Ebbert on Dec. 20, 1947, in Angola, Ind., and she survives. He lived his early life in Toledo, and then in the Addison area for many years. Robert graduated from Libbey High School in Toledo in 1943. He farmed all his life. He served in the United… Robert L. “Bob” Barrington, 70, of Burr Oak, Mich., a man who never met a stranger and always found time to help others, passed away unexpectedly Friday afternoon Sept. 26, 2008, in Burr Oak. He was born Aug. 21, 1938, in Union City, Mich., a son to the late Clark W. and Phyllis (Cady) Barrington. Bob had resided in Burr Oak since 1965 coming from Union City, Michigan graduating from Union City High School with the class of 1957. On Nov. 9, 1958, he married Margie N. Evans in Panola County, Texas. … Robert Schaefer, 73, of Coldwater, died Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2008 at his home in Coldwater. Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher Funeral Home and will be announced as soon as they become available. COLDWATER — Robert W. Schaefer, 73, of Coldwater, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008 at his home. The family will receive friends on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008 from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Dutcher Funeral Home. Robert was born on April 22, 1935 in Payne, Ohio to Carl and Velta (Commer) Schaefer. He married Janet Caulley on June 12, 1977. Robert graduated from Bowling Green University in 1953 and served in the US Army. He was a former newscaster for Channel 21 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana and also a radio host at a local… Rollie Cole of Jerome passed away Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 at his home under the loving care of his family and Southern Care Hospice. He was born Jan. 14, 1935 in Hancock County, Ohio the son of Birdine and Emily (Barnett) Cole. He is survived by his wife, of 54 years, Vera G. (Crawford) Cole, whom he married Feb. 26, 1954. He is also survived by 14 children, Ricky (Cynthia) Cole of Jerome, Rusty (Coleen) Cole of Osseo, Rollie Lynn (Betty) Cole of Arkansas, Rudy (Karen) Cole of North Adams, Debra (James)… Tuesday 2:00-9:00 p.m. Scripture Service Tuesday 7:00 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile) Warren. In state Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Edmund Catholic Church, 14025 Twelve Mile Rd., Warren. Memorial contributions to the Capuchins Soup Kitchen or the Karmanos Cancer Institute would be appreciated. "RONNIE" 68, passed away at home in September 2008. Memorial services will be held Sunday, September 28, 2008 at Burnes Ave SDA Church at 1p.m. He will be deeply missed. Monday, 1-9 p.m. at Swanson Funeral Home. Services will be held on Tuesday at St. John's Presbyterian Church. The family hour begins at 10 a.m. followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Memorials suggested to Odyssey Hospice. will be held at the Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in Rose City on Monday, September 29, 2008 from 9-11 a.m. The Funeral will also be held Monday, September 29, 2008 at 11:00 a,m. at the funeral home. Pastor Daniel Stoneback will officiate. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Hospice of Helping Hands, 335 E. Houghton Ave., West Branch, MI 48661. Sally Jane (Sterling) Smith, 55, of Xenia, passed away Tuesday afternoon Sept. 2, 2008 at Hospice of Dayton, Ohio, following a brief battle with cancer. BURT LAKE - Shirley Billings, 84, of Burt Lake, passed away Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 at home. Steven M. Rigg, 53, of Coldwater died Friday September 26, 2008 in Coldwater. Arrangements are pending at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. begins at 10:30 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial donations to Everest Academy, 5935 Clarkston Rd., Clarkston, Michigan 48348 www.everestacademy.org . View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com Died September 26, 2008 in Kalamazoo. Born November 19, 1921 in Detroit. Wife of J. Lloyd. Mother of Sandra Duke and Charles Trudell. Grandmother of Alanna, Grace, Jake, and Shelby. Sister of Bill Patterson. Private services will follow cremation. Eickhoff Funeral Home of Mendon, MI, 269-496-2115. Online at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com Teresa L. Boudrie, age 37, of Frenchtown Township passed away unexpectedly at her home. Arrangements are pending at Merkle Funeral Service. Teresa Lynn Boudrie June 23, 1971-Sept. 26, 2008 Teresa was born on June 23, 1971 in Trenton, New Jersey from the marriage of John Boudrie Sr. and Mildred (Wing) Boudrie. She had attended Jefferson Schools. Terry Lee Ensign, 57, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, at his home. He was born Feb. 22, 1951, in Hillsdale, to Eli E. and Delma R. (Kent) Ensign. Terry was a watchmaker and was a member of Frontier Baptist Church and the Sons of the Legion, American Legion Post 53. Terry is suvived by his parents Eli and Delma Ensign, his special friend and significant other, Tanya “Joe” Walling; a daughter, Elizabeth (Richard) Labo of Osseo; a son, Hayden Mosley of Hillsdale; two grandchildren,… CHEBOYGAN - Theresa Pratt Chase, 77, of Cheboygan, passed away Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 at home. Violet V. Bishop, 80, of Beaverton passed away Sept. 20, 2008 at Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre following along illness. Virginia "Ginny" Rhodes Aug. 15, 1923-Sept. 24, 2008 Funeral service for Virginia quot;Ginny quot; Rhodes, 85, Lawton, Oklahoma will be 1:30 pm Saturday in the Becker Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Vivian Garza, Pastor, Antioch Baptist Church, South of Lawton, officiating. Mrs. Virginia (Ginny) Lee Weston September 19, 1935-September 24, 2008 Ginny was born September 19, 1935 in Monroe, Michigan the youngest child and only daughter of Dewey Williams and Bertha (Roark) Williams. She graduated in 1953 from Monroe. Virginia Weston Sept. 24, 2008 Virginia Weston, 73, of Monroe died at 1:50 this morning. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. Monday 2:00-9:00pm at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Rd., Eastpointe with a prayer service at 7:00pm. In state 9:30am on Tuesday at St. Sharbel Church until mass at 10:00am. Burial Mt. Olivet. www.kranzfuneralhome.com , . . . Detailed View Passed away in his home in Oak Park on Friday, September 26, 2008. Immediate family and relatives were by his bedside as he made his transition. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Tuesday 3-8 p.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Vandyke Ave., (S of 22 Mile Rd.) in Shelby Twp. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10:00 a.m. St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood St. in Rochester. Share fond memories; visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com Wanda Lee (Tonkel) McMichael, 43, of Merritt Island, Fla., passed away Saturday, Sept 20, 2008 at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. She was born in Hillsdale on March 28, 1965 and graduated from Camden-Frontier High School in 1983. Wanda played in the high school band and was a cheerleader, including squad captain, for five years. In Florida, she was a realtor and broker, member of the Cocoa Beach Chamber of Commerce and a public speaker (on real estate) at Patrick Air Force Base. Wanda… Wayne L. Hueston, 72, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 at Arbor Hospice in Ann Arbor. He was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Hillsdale to Ivan & Lula (Adams) Hueston. He was married April 7, 1962 to G. Pauline Hueston and she preceded him in death in 1994. Wayne was a retired electrician formerly working at Allied Products and Hillsdale Tool. He was a graduate of Hillsdale High School in 1955 and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Surviving are three daughters, Sherry (Rick) Fernandez,… . . . Detailed View www.kranzfuneralhome.com , . . . Detailed View Bill Culligan, 84, of Jackson, passed away Sept. 25, 2008. He was born in Detroit on March 11, 1924 and married Julia Newberry on Nov. 3, 1945. She survives along with two daugthers, Marnie (Larry) Parrott of Birminham and Maureen (Mike) Whitehead of Charlevoix; two granddaughers, Emily (Colin) McBean and Gillian (Steve) Goodfriend; two great-granddaughters, and his sister Nancy (Ralph) Rose. Bill attended Cooley High School in Detroit where he captained the Class A All-State football team in 1941. He… |
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