| Loving son of Daniel and Emily Arnold. Dear father of Matthew Arnold, Brent Arnold and Lauren Alexiss Arnold. Dearest brother of Stuart (Reena) Arnold, Susan (Robert) Sunquest and Beth (David) Kirschner. Also remembered by many loving nieces, nephews, family members and friends. SERVICES SUNDAY 12 NOON AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000. INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT TEMPLE ISRAEL GARDENS OF BETH EL CEMETERY, LIVONIA, or visit Alexander Pavlika March 10, 1925-Sept. 29, 2008 Alexander Pavlika, 83, of Venice, FL and formerly of Temperance, MI, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2008. He was born on March 10, 1925 in Philadelphia, PA. A US Marine Corp veteran of WWII, he married Bonnie Enders on Sept. 5, 1953. . . . Detailed View Aruthur J. Fenrich, 64, of Grand Junction, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 21, 2008. Born in Chicago to Arthur and Gereta Fenrich, he graduated from Saugatuck High School. He was employed by Donnelly Corporation and retired from Haworth in 2001. He is survived by his sons, Art (Lisa) Fenrich, Aaron Fenrich of Hamilton; daughter, Julie (Danny) Chappell of Fennville; and grandchildren, Josh, Jared, Jason, Marie Fenrich and Allie and Amanda Chappell. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken… . . . Detailed View Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. Thursday 2:00-9:00 p.m. with Trisagion service 7:00 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack, Grosse Pointe. Funeral Friday, in state 9:30 a.m. unti time of service 10:00 a.m. at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 21800 Marter Rd., St. Clair Shores. Beloved husband of Eleanor A. Dear father of Ronald (Ann), Joyce (Robert) Seip, and Susan (Ken) Lomasney. Also 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Arrangements by Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 586-771-1700 Thursday 4-9 p.m. Obituary and condolences at Beloved wife of David Bedell. Also remembered by many loving family members and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000 or visit BELASCO ADELE FRANCES (NEE BORYLO) October 20, 2008. Loving mother of Anne (Anthony) Schram and Carolyn (Phillip) O'Shaughnessy. Dear sister of Wanda Lyskawa, the late Josephine Urbaniak and the late Bronislaw Borylo. Grandmother of Ricky, Lynn, LeAnn, Patrick and Justin. Great-grandmother of Todd. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Road (at Ann Arbor Trail) Friday, 1-9 p.m. Instate Saturday, 10 a.m. at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 27101 W. Chicago (east of… Ms. Barbara Greenamyer passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008 at age 80. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and was active with the knitting group and the sewing group of the church and was a retired tax assessor. The family will be accepting friends at Sellars Funeral Home in Lebanon, Tenn. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. and on Friday, Oct. 24, 2008 for one hour before service. The chapel service, conducted by Dr. John Cheetham, is 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 24, 2008. A chapel service… Betty Billings March 6, 1926-Oct. 18, 2008 Betty Billings, 82 years, of Temperance, MI got to go home and be with her Lord Saturday October 18, 2008 in Hospice of N.W. Ohio, Toledo. She was our "Pretty Girl" and was loved by everybody! Betty Billings, 82, of Temperance died Saturday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel. Brenda Kay Montgomery, 50, of Coldwater, passed away Friday, Oct. 10, 2008 at the Community Health Center of Branch County, Coldwater. Born Feb. 18, 1958 in Albion, she was the daughter of Wardie and Revel (Back) Montgomery. Brenda graduated from Reading High School in 1976 and had been a care-giver in the Adult Foster Home Health setting. She loved little children and was an avid bingo player. Survivors include her mother, Revel Montgomery of Quincy; nine sisters, Mazie Foltz of Congress, Ariz., Ella… Bruce Oliver Greene. Born January 15, 1935 in Chicago, IL, passed away just before midnight Saturday, October 18, 2008, surrounded by friends, a lot of friends, and family, over the last two months while he fought the cancer he knew would eventually take his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clay Marshall and Helen Paris Greene of Saugatuck, MI; and wife of 35 years, A.M.O. (Alice Margaret Outram) Greene, whom also died from cancer in 2002. Bruce is survived by his brothers,… Bryce D. Drumm July 8, 1984-Oct. 21, 2008 Bryce D. Drumm, 24, of Monroe died at 1 a.m. Tuesday. Friday 4-9 p.m. www.howepeterson.com . . . Detailed View was born December 30, 1966 and went to meet his heavenly Father on October 19, 2008. He was born from the union of Sheryl and James Clarke Sr. of Detroit, Michigan. The wake will be Thursday, October 23rd from 4-8 p.m. On Friday, October 24th, Memorial Services will be held at 12 Noon at Wilson-Akins Funeral Home, 17500 Fenkell Ave. Detroit, MI 48227. . . . Detailed View Carol Marie Pemberton May 28, 1950-Oct. 1, 2008 VERNON, AZ - Carol Marie (Vance) Pemberton, 58, of Vernon died Oct. 1 at home. She had been ill for two years. 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. Chester F. Otmanowski, 84, of Charlevoix, died Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at Boulder Park Terrace Nursing Home in Charlevoix. Clayton E. Laubensheimer Oct. 8, 2008 Clayton E. Laubensheimer, age 78, of Cottontown, TN passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008. Clyde Peavey, 81, of Bronson, Mich., died Oct. 13, 2008, in Bronson as a result of injuries sustained in an auto/pedestrian accident. Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at West Girard Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Kolcz Funeral Home of Bronson. • Lisa Marie Padgett Comstock, 39, of Ludington died suddenly Monday, Oct. 20. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... • Marilyn Croft, 70, of Manistee, died Wednesday, Oct. 15. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bear Lake is in charge of arrangements.... Friday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Scripture Service 7 p.m. Friday. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. the time of the Funeral Mass at St. Gertrude Church, St. Clair Shores. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share a memory with the family at Delila Ellis, age 69, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., formerly of Adrian and Onsted, Mich., passed away Oct. 14, 2008, after a long battle with cancer at the home of her son, Kenneth Keith, of Antioch, Tenn. She was born Oct. 10, 1939, to Howard and Mary (Brooks) Counts. Delila attended Onsted High School. She married Warren Keith on Oct. 18, 1957, in Adrian. They moved to Nashville, Tenn., in 1967. They were married 261/2 years. She then married Tommy Ellis on April 14, 1984. Besides her husband, Tommy, she is… Della Blocker of Lansing, Mich., and formerly of Sturgis, Mich., died on Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, at the age of 71. Della is survived by her three children, Kirk Blocker, Eric Blocker and Elizabeth Olson, and her three grandchildren, Ryan, Logan and MacKenzie Olson. We mourn the loss of our mother and grandmother, but we and those that she touched are better people for having had Della in our lives. Della was, until her retirement, a respected social worker for the Sturgis school system, a mentor for… Deputy killed in the line of duty Deputy Sarah Haylett Jones, 27, a 1999 Bronson High School graduate, died Sunday from injuries sustained in the line of duty. Jones, a Monroe County, Ind. sheriff’s deputy was directing traffic at the scene of an accident on SR 45, just west of Bloomington, at 10:30 p.m. Friday. A Jeep, driven by 16-year-old Bree Myers of Bloomington, traveling at 45 mph, struck Jones causing fatal injures. Jim King, a paraprofessional in the criminal justice and law enforcement course at the Branch Area Careers Center… . . . Detailed View Dorisruth Hambley Cutler, age 79 years, Omaha (Bellevue), died 10/20/08. Daughter of George Verne Hambley and Ruth Irene Sharp of Pullman, MI. Born July 19, 1929 in Grand Junction-Lee Township, MI, the second oldest of six children. Her husband, Donald Ira Cutler, preceded her in death on Dec. 24, 2003. They were married in Allegan County, MI, at the Sharp Family Farm on Oct. 14, 1951. They finally settled in Bellevue, NE, for the past 42 years. She was a lover of poetry, books, politics and… Dorothy Marie Smith Nov. 6, 1948-Oct. 20, 2008 Dorothy Marie Smith, age 59, of S. Rockwood, passed away Monday afternoon at her daughter's home in Carleton. She had been in declining health. Duane (Dee) F. Miller Dec. 28, 1921-Oct. 12, 2008 Duane (Dee) Miller, father of Linda Peters of Newport, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2008 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Formerly of Portage, he had resided since November at Marian Place, Monroe. Duane O. Charles, age 75, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Tuesday morning, Oct. 21, 2008, at his home following a hard fought battle with cancer. He was born Feb. 8, 1933, in LaGrange, Ind., a son of the late Xenophen and Ruth Abby (Harding) Charles. Duane had lived most of his life in the Sturgis area except for the 10 years he and his wife lived in Rio Rancho, N. M. On Dec. 27, 1952, he married Mary Louise Hoovert at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. In 1969 Duane began a 21-year career… . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View . . . Detailed View Elizabeth Ohrn, age 88, of Holland, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2008, at Resthaven Care Center. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, in 1997. Surviving are her children, Judith and Richard (Buzz) Hemwall of Zeeland, Nancy and Don Tungate of Riverside, CA, Cheryl and Robert Wickwire of Spring Valley, CA, and Alan and Cathy Rigby of Coalinga, CA; eight grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Services will be in Corry, PA, on November 1, 2008. Arrangements are by Dykstra Life… . . . Detailed View • Connie Marie Enbody, 49, of Houghton Lake and formerly of Ludington, died Oct. 18.... Evelyn Marie Cooper, age 77, of rural Three Rivers, Mich., died Oct. 21, 2008, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo following a long illness. She was born in Three Rivers on Jan. 22, 1931, one of 12 children born to Charles and Fannie (Chapman) Dentler. Evelyn was a lifetime resident of the Three Rivers area and attended Three Rivers Schools. She was a homemaker, and had been employed at Nagel’s Glad Farm and the Mullett Fruit Farm & Vineyard. Evelyn was married to Fred Cooper on April 27,… Age 82, October 21, 2008 of Dearborn. Beloved wife of Milton. Loving mother of Bob (Meg) and the late Jerry (Cindi). Dearest sister of Betty (George) Kramar and the late Louis Husek. Dear grandmother of Katie, Robby, Jessica and Steven. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In state Thursday 6-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel - Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (at Goddard) and Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Martha Catholic Church, 18200 Oakwood, Dearborn… Age 69, of Novi, October 21, 2008. Loving sister of Kathleen (Peter) Hinneschiedt and Patricia (Jon) Merchant. Dear aunt of Pamela Kars, Kimberly (Steve) Chausow, and Carl Hinneschiedt. Adored great-aunt of six. Sharon deeply appreciated many helpful friends and relatives. Memorial Service Saturday 11:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 201 Elm St., Northville. In lieu of flowers donations to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh Rd., Livonia, MI 48154 or the American Cancer Society, 20450 Civic Center Dr.,… vonOctober 20, 2008 Age 76. Beloved husband of Janet. Dear father of Kathy Paulsen (Jeff), Richard vonFoerster (Don Schumacher) and Cynthia Grove (Jake). Grandfather of Lindsey, Emily, Ryan, Natalie and Stephanie. Special uncle of Steve vonFoerster (Kathy) and Ellen, Anna and Julie. Brother of Ronnie vonFoerster and Natalie Spaulding. Uncle of Bobby Bennington (Arlene) and Anna and several other nieces and nephews. Memorial Service Friday 11 a.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell… Thursday 4-9 pm and Friday 2-9 pm at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Rosary Friday 7:00 pm. Mindykowski, Florence M. Bay City, Michigan Age 88 years, died October 20, 2008. Funeral Liturgy will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at St. Hyacinth Church. Visiting hours will be Wednesday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Penzien-Steele Funeral Home. The complete obituary will be in Wednesday's paper. Floyd A. Sorgenfry, 76, passed away Oct. 14, 2008, at Allegiance Healthcare. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 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. Age 51, of Eastpointe, October 20, 2008. David is survived by his father, Leonard (Carolyn) Gallagher, and his brothers, Greg and Leonard II. Cherished uncle of Nicholas, Meghan, Daniel and Christina. David is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara (2003). David was a mental health social worker and enjoyed being a christian musician. Funeral service Sunday, October 26th, 5:00 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (btwn. 9-10 Mile Rds., just N of Grand River), downtown Farmington… at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Ave. (3 blocks north of 10 Mile Rd.) on Saturday from 3-9 p.m. To share a memory, visit www.bcfh.com Gary S. Kirkey, 55, of Cocoa, Florida (formerly of Royal Oak and Gladwin), passed away Oct. 19, 2008 with his family by his side. He was born on June 4, 1953 in Detroit. Geneva Lutz, 74, of Charlevoix, died Oct. 22, 2008, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. George E. Norton, 72, of Bronson, Mich., passed away early Saturday morning, Oct. 18, 2008, at his home. He was born May 25, 1936, in Decatur, Ill., a son of the late George E. and Mary Juanita (Decker) Norton. George had resided in Bronson since June of 2008, coming from Arizona where he had lived for over 30 years. He was a talented horse trainer and was proud of the fact that he had trained many of the Triggers horses for Roy Rodgers while he lived in Twin Oaks, Calif. George was also an experienced… Born in Ames, Iowa, Died Oct. 21, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Rev. Bartlett L., PhD (Founding pastor of Ward Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Livonia). Loving mother of Deborah, Janet, the late Daniel and the late John. Mother-in-law of Cherie. Dear grandmother of nine. The family will receive visitors at the Ward Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 40000 Six Mile, Northville, Saturday at 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 11 a.m. For further information, please call the R.G. & G.R. Harris… . . . Detailed View 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 Howard Eugene Nichols, 87, formerly of Osseo, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born June 12, 1921 in Branch County to Ivan and Faye (Carpenter) Nichols. Howard served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was a mechanic and farmer and retired from White Welding Co. He attended the Wheatland Congregational Church, enjoyed working the land and his “H” and “BN” Farmall tractors. In 1953 he married Rose… . . . Detailed View Thursday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Friday 10:30 a.m. until time of 11 a.m. funeral at Utica United Methodist Church, 8650 Canal (E. of Van Dyke, S. of Hall Rd.). Memorial contributions to Utica United Methodist Church or the St. John Neonatal Unit Preferred. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at . . . Detailed View James R. Hurley, 66, of Allen, passed away Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, at his home. He was born Dec. 3, 1941 in Litchfield James A. Betty (Barnett) Hurley. He was married March 28, 1964 to Gloria Wight and she preceded him in death Feb. 5, 2006. Jim was a graduate of Litchfield High School. He retired from Crotty Corporation and had also been an employee of Addison Products from 1969 through 1990. Surviving are two daughters, Dawn Hurley and Kim (Jeffrey) Wilson, both of Allen; a son, Scott Hurley of Allen;… James Roger Marunick Oct. 15, 2008 James Roger Marunick, 64 of Palmetto, Fl., died on Wednesday, October 15, 2008. James Studnicka, 79, of Milan died at 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008, at his home. He was born Sept. 19, 1929, in Monroe, Mich., the son of Joseph and Kathryn (Kariflat) Studnicka. James served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked 30 years for the Ford Motor Company, Ypsilanti, retiring in the early 1970s. James worked many years on the family farm and enjoyed tinkering with cars. Surviving James are three brothers, John Studnicka of Pinckney, Robert Studnicka and Rudy (Joyce) Studnicka of… James Studnicka Sept. 19, 1929-Oct. 18, 2008 James Studnicka, 79, of Milan, died at 10 PM, Saturday, October 18, 2008, in his home. Jean L. (Ross) Sovoda Nov. 25, 1944-Oct. 18, 2008 Jean L. (Ross) Sovoda, 63, of Monroe, died at 3:40 a.m. Saturday at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. She had been in poor health for 8 months. Friends may call from 2 p.m. until services at 7 p.m. Monday at Rupp Funeral Home. Jimmie Jean Rawson, age 27, of Fennville, passed away August 6, 2008, in Truth or Consequences, NM. Jimmie was born March 14, 1981 in Allegan. Surviving are her son, Anthony James Rawson; her mother, Shiron Thompson of Holland; her father, James Rawson, Sr., of Grand Junction; three sisters, Ruth (Carl) Hicks of Grand Junction; Shiron Rawson of Grand Junction, Alicia Rawson of Alabama; one brother, James (Char) Rawson, Jr. of Grand Junction; grandparents, Fred and Jo Rawson of Grand Junction; Hoyt and… Jo Anne Parsons, 61, of Fremont, Ind. died Monday, Oct. 20, 2008 at Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Angola, Ind. She married Steve Parsons on Aug. 28, 1970. He survives. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008 at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, 2008 with Pastor Harold Beck officiating. Memorials may be directed to the family. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com. . . . Detailed View OLDRHAM, Joe M. - Age 59, of Flint, died Saturday, October 18, 2008 at home. A memorial service will be held 1PM Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at Calvary Apostolic Tabernacle, 1013 Hughes Ave., Flint. Arrangements by Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. Friends may share on online tribute on the obituary page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com RAMSAY, Mich. -- Joel L. Seppanen, 59, of Center Street, Ramsay, died Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, in Ironwood. IRONWOOD, Mich. -- John Albert Tibaldo, 85, of 515 E. Vaughn St., in Ironwood, passed away Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, after a brief illness. John D. “Jack” Smith, 75, of Jonesville, passed away Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, at his home. He was born March 19, 1933, in Detroit, to Norman and Helen (Barry) Smith. He was married June 30, 1951, to Dorothy Wendrychowicz; she survives in Jonesville. Jack was a meat cutter at Kroger’s, a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was an avid hunter, sportsman and loved the outdoors. He was a loving husband and father to his family. Surviving, besides his wife Dorothy, are… Schwab, John Michael Geneva, Indiana Mr. Schwab passed away Saturday, October 18, 2008 at his residence, age 51 years. He was born February 9, 1957 in Bay City. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. on Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bartholomew Ev. Lutheran Church in Kawkawlin. Mr. Schwab will be taken to the church on Thursday to lie in state from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services. A complete obituary will appear in… John K. Vander Broek, 86, of Holland, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, at a local care facility. Arrangements will be announced later by the Dykstra Funeral Homes. Joseph C. Fisher, 80, passed away Oct. 11, 2008, at Hillsdale Health Center. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian Juella K. Keller, of Cadillac, died Thursday, October 16, 2008, at Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids. She was 67. She was born on September 15, 1941 in Holland, Michigan, to William & Cora (Brower) Tamminga. Mrs. Keller was an active person in the community, being a Mary Kay Representative for many years, selling real estate with Real Estate One, working in the office of Zion Lutheran Church, being employed at the Apple Tree in Cadillac and helping with Friendship Bible Study. She… Thursday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Rosary 7 p.m. Thursday. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m., time of funeral Mass at St. Gertrude Church, St. Clair Shores. Memorials may be directed to the Kolping Society or the Capuchin Fathers. Mr. Kellersohn was a 25 year employee of Strohs Brewery and spent the last ten years as the host of the Stroh Haus. Share a memory with the family at Kash Combs, 83, of Jonesville and formerly of Moscow, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008. The funeral will be Friday, Oct. 17, 2008 at 11 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Bridgewater, Mich. The family will receive friends at the Janowiak Funeral Home in Ypsilanti from 1-8 p.m. Thursday. Please read his complete obituary and sign his guest book at janowiakfuneralhome.com "Where Families Come First." . . . Detailed View IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Kathryn D. "Katie" Patrick, 92, a longtime Ironwood resident and co-owner of McKevitt-Patrick and Engstrom Funeral Homes of Ironwood and Hurley, Wis., died peacefully Sunday evening, Oct. 19, 2008, at Brookridge Heights Assisted Living Facility in Marquette, surrounded by her family, where she had resided since June 2007. IRON BELT, Wis. -- Kurtis L. Kivi, 65, of Iron Belt, died unexpectedly Thursday morning, Oct. 16, 2008, at his home in Iron Belt. Thursday 2:30 - 8 p.m. at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Road, Troy 248-689-0700. Scripture service with rosary 7 p.m. Thursday at funeral home. In state Friday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Mass at St. Mary of the Hills Catholic Church, 2675 John R. Road, Rochester Hills. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery, Dearborn Heights. Memorial donations can be made to the Hospice of Michigan for their care and support with Delphine's illness. Share memories with the online guestbook at • Marion L. Lambrecht, 87, of Manistee, died Thursday, Oct. 16 in Aransas Pass, Texas. The Johnson Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... Laurine Burtless, age 87, of Adrian passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Lenawee. Arrangements are pending at Wagley Funeral Home. Lavanche Vivian Veldheer, age 91, of Holland, died Wednesday, October 22, 2008, at Resthaven Care Center. Lavanche was born in Olive Township on November 30, 1916 to William and Maggie Ovens. She was a member of North Holland Reformed Church. She worked as a seamstress at both Chris Craft and Slick Craft. Lavanche retired from Slick Craft after many faithful years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Veldheer on October 8, 1994; her daughter, Faye Kars on February 27, 2000;… 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,… Lyle Eugene Harsh, 75, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, in the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born May 26, 1933, in Adrian Township, Lenawee County, Mich., the son of Clifford W. and Sarah R. (Bills) Harsh. He spent most of his life in Adrian and in Hillsdale. Surviving are his nephews and nieces, Eleanor Shaffer of Camden, Donald (Arlene) Harsh of Coldwater, Sharon (Ken) Neusbaum of Coldwater, Sandra (Gary) Penrose of Austin, Pa. and Charles (Carol) Harsh of Adrian and several… Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 4 p.m. on Friday at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 ½ MIle). In state Saturday 10 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Please share memories at Thursday 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Parish Prayers (Panakhyda) 7 p.m. Funeral Friday 10 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church, 3150 Commor in Hamtramck . . . Detailed View Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary. Funeral Saturday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.) Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at MARTIN VIRGINIA R (NEE JABLONSKI) Thursday 3:00-9:00 p.,m, with a 7 p.m. Rosary, at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.) 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Road. In state Friday 10:30 a.m. at St. Kieran Catholic Church on Mound Rd between 24 and 25 Mile until 11 a.m. Mass. Interment Guardian Angel Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com . . . Detailed View Age 61 of Birmingham, died peacefully October 20, 2008. Beloved wife of John. Dear mother of Jack. Loving daughter of the late James and Geneva Lowman. Memorial Service at First United Methodist Church, 1589 W. Maple, Birmingham, Saturday 2 p.m. Friends may visit at church beginning at 1 p.m. Memorial visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Friday 3-8 p.m. with a Reflection Service at 6 p.m. Memorials appreciated to First United Methodist Church. Obituary… Wood, Magdalene Bridgeport, Michigan Passed away peacefully Monday, October 20, 2008, at St. Mary's Hospital following a lengthy illness. Age 81 years. Complete obituary will be published in Wednesday's edition of the Saginaw News. Friends may call at the W.L. Case and Co. Funeral Chapel, 5700 Dixie Hwy from 2:00-9:00 p.m. Thursday. www.casefuneralhome.com Margaret “Peg” Knowles, 73, of Lowell, formerly of Manitou Beach passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Roth-Gerst Funeral Home 305 N. Hudson St. in Lowell with the Rev. Vance Dimmick and the Rev. Thurlan Meredith officiating. There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. Friday in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson in charge of the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson. Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home in Lowell. Marie C. Ballard July 2, 1914-Oct. 18, 2008 Marie C. Ballard, 94 years, of Temperance, MI, died Saturday Oct. 18, 2008 in Hospice of N.W. Ohio in Perrysburg. An area resident most of her life, Marie lived on the 7000 Block of Summerfield Rd. Mary Louise Blackburn, 96, of Holland, died on Monday, October 20, 2008. Mary was born June 28, 1912 in Muncie, Indiana, to Thomas and Ada Shannon. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Holland and also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Mary was married to Lowell Blackburn who preceded her in death in 1972. She was also preceded in death by her son, Jim Blackburn, in 2006. Mary is survived by her son, L. Thomas Blackburn of Ft. Lauderdale; her grandchildren, Deb and Rod… 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… Matthew T. Tucker, age 24, of Trinity, Ala., died October 10, 2008, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor. Burial has taken place at East Lawrence Memorial Gardens, Moulton, Ala., under the direction of Parkway Funeral Home, Trinity, Ala. Local arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Maurice Heck, age 82, of Bentheim, put up a valiant fight but lost the battle and entered into Glory, Monday, October 20, 2008. He was preceded in death by his son, Terry Heck, in 1997. He was a lifelong member of Bentheim Reformed Church. He worked at GE for 25 years and farmed in Bentheim. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Henriette; children, Karla and Lloyd Pippel, Kristi Schaap, Bob Heck, Pamela Payne, Mike and Randy De Neff, Denise and Cal Wolters, Lynae Heck, Kandace Heck, Jodi… WAUKESHA, Wis. -- Mavis M. Witek, of Waukesha died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at home with her family by her side at age 73. Maxine M. Reynolds Dec. 15, 1935-Oct. 18, 2008 Maxine M. Reynolds, age 72, of Berkley for 20 years, formerly of Monroe, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2008 at home. RHINELANDER, Wis. -- Maxine Mary Holger, 87, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at Friendly Village Nursing Home in Rhinelander. Maysell G. Redman, 82, of Gladwin, passed away Oct. 18, 2008 at MidMichigan Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. She was born Dec. 23, 1925 to Mathias and Maude (Swinehart) Huber. • Mary Catherine McGreevy, 82, of Manistee, died Oct. 19. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... Michael J. Zunich, Jr., 82, passed away, Oct. 15, 2008, at home. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Thackaberry, Milt Canton, MI Age 54, died suddenly Octo-ber 20, 2008 Cherished husband of Cindy. Fan-tastic father of Mike and Andy. Dear brother of Virginia. Dear son- in-law of Howard and Betty Wikel. Funeral Friday 11 a.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd., (btwn Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. Visitation Thursday 4-8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Canton Community Foundation or Habitat for Humanity. For full obituary or to leave a message of condolence, visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com Mrs. Marta Sotelo Falcon passed away on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2008, at the age of 57. Marta was born in Adrian, Mich., to Jose and Martha Salinas Sotelo. Marta married Raymond G. Falcon on July 29, 2000, in Madera, Calif. Marta worked at Sure Save Grocery in Madera, and later at Valley Oak Credit Union, and for the last six years she was a caregiver for her family. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Marcella S. Garcia. Marta is survived by her husband of eight years, Raymond Falcon; her… Myrtle Eileen Burk, 85, of Coldwater, passed away Sunday in Jackson. She was born Nov. 21, 1922 in Algansee Township to Charles and Ruby (Bush) Heuer. Mrs. Burk graduated from Quincy High School in 1940 and had worked at Production Credit Association. She retired from the Coldwater Regional Center after 15 years of service. She belonged to the VFW, Quincy American Legion Auxiliary, was an avid bowler, and a life member of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge. On Aug. 16, 1942 she married Elmer… October 20, 2008, Age 87. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Loving mother of John (Diana), William (Terrie), Richard (Barbara) and Michael. Dear grandmother of Jill Crook (JT), Brian and the late Kristen. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Friday 11:30 a.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Family will receive friends Thursday 2-5 and 6-9 p.m. Family suggests memorials to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in memory of her… OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. -- Nancy D. Johnson, 71, of Ocean Township, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. Nancy M. Russeau Oct. 15, 2008 Nancy M. Russeau, 60, of Monroe died Wednesday. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. Nancy Marie Russeau Aug. 9, 1948 - Oct. 15, 2008 Nancy Marie Russeau was born on August 9, 1948 in Monroe, Michigan. She was the daughter of the late Lloyd Jerome Russeau Sr. and the late Alice Marie (Navarre). Nancy loved her family. Noreen Wuertz Dec. 17, 1931-Oct. 18, 2008 Noreen Wuertz, 76 years, of Temperance, MI died Saturday October 18, 2008 in her home. Thursday 3:00-9:00 p.m. Burial Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Memorial contributions may be made to ARC Services of Macomb, 44050 N. Gratiot, Clinton Township, MI 48036 or to Bovenshen School, 12345 Frazho Rd., Warren, MI 48089. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com • Rodney Ohman, 79, of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., formerly of Ludington, died Oct. 15. Arrangements are by Forest Lawn, West Covina, Calif.... Ollie M. Goodloe April 11, 1936-Oct. 18, 2008 Ollie Melvin Goodloe, 72, of Maybee died Saturday at St. Mary Mercy Hospital, Livonia. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Marble Memorial United Methodist Church, Milan. (nee: THOMSON) "MEMERE", October 20, 2008, Age 85 of Troy, formerly of Berkley. Beloved wife of the late Paul R. for 65 years. Dear mother of Pamela P. Dixon (Ed). Loving grandmother of Molly Flanagan (Clay) and Elizabeth Neilson (Marshall). Great grandmother of Caitlin, Thomas, Adeline, Benjamin and Parker. Dear sister of the late Edward B. and Raymond J. Thomson. Family appreciates the loving care given by Nancy Kiras and Darcy MacKenzie. Family will receive friends Saturday 4 p.m. until service… Paul R. Murray, 65, of Gladwin, passed away Oct. 15, 2008, at MidMichigan Medical Center�“ Midland. He was born May 19, 1943, to Paul E. and Reba Lou (Ragan) Murray in Toledo, Ohio. ANGOLA, Ind. — Powell Owens, 82, of Algansee Township, died Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008 at Lakeland Nursing Center in Angola, Ind. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008 from 4 - 8 p.m. at the Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. The service will be held on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Northview Christian Church in Coldwater with Pastor Jeff Bream officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Powell was born on May 31, 1926 in Kentucky to Powell and Allie (Moore)… Saturday 10:00 a.m until time of Service. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com June 18, 1938—October 19, 2008, was born in San Giovanni Fiore, Calabria Italy. He resided in Dearborn Heights, MI and is one of five siblings, a brother Giuseppe and sisters Maria, Emilia and Gina. A family man, married to Enrica Rugiero. Dear father of four sons and ten grandchildren; Patrick Attilio with daughter Isabella, Mark Luigi (wife Christine) with five children, Dante, Giovanni, Julia, Angelo and Malaina. Robert Attilio (wife Christina). Anthony Jr. (wife Sabrina) with four children, Adrianna,… Born on March 23, 1916 in Washington D.C. died October 6, 2008 in Grosse Pointe Woods with her family by her side. She was the only child of decorated entomologist, Ernest Ralph Sasscer and his wife, Mary Kelley Lynch Sasscer. She received a BA degree from Duke University and became a life-long social services advocate and leader in Michigan. Anne married John Davenport Rumsey in 1939. They originally lived in Buffalo, NY before making their home in Franklin and on Wing Lake in Bloomfield Township. John… Lutz, Ralph L. "Buster" Madison Heights, Michigan Formerly of Saginaw Passed away Sunday October 19, 2008, at the age of 85 years. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. A full obituary will be published in Tuesday's edition of the Saginaw News. Arrangements by W.L. Case & Company. www.casefuneralhome.com Raymond C. Strachn, 75, of Hillsdale, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008 at Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born Nov. 15, 1932 in Seneca to Charles and Verda (Porter) Strachn. He was married March 3, 1978 to Mary F. Nichols and she survives. Raymond retired in 1991 as a truck driver for Central Transport after 40 years of service. He also worked for Kimball Camp and as a security guard at Hillsdale Place High Rise. Raymond was an avid hunter and he will be greatly missed by all… RIDER, Renita Mae - Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, age 71, of Kearsley Daly Villa of Flint, died Sunday, October 19, 2008 at Brian's House Hospice. A memorial service will be held 1 PM Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton with Pastor Randy Hotchkiss officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 PM until the time of service Thursday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the… Reva D. Hay, age 63, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 21, 2008, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born June 11, 1945, in Kendallville, Ind., a daughter of the late Ivan and Mabel Rice. Reva had resided in Sturgis since 1991, coming from Topeka, Ind. On Dec. 5, 1992, she married Kirk Hay in Sturgis. She was a homemaker and enjoyed playing golf, bowling camping and fishing. Reva is survived by her husband, Kirk; two sons, Mike (Camille) Burns of New Carlisle,… Richard E. Sigworth Oct. 8, 2008 Richard E. Sigworth, 91, of Milan died Oct. 8. Visitation will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday with a Masonic service at 7 p.m. at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan, where funeral services are pending. Rodney Glenn Ford, age 55, of Adrian, passed away Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008. He was born May 27, 1953, in Hudson the son of Harl Glenn and Marybelle (Dull) Ford. Rodney was a 1971 graduate of Hudson High School. On May 4, 1985, he married Susan Bradish and she survives. Rodney was a unique person who had a rough exterior with a tender heart, who is now soaring on Eagles Wings in Heaven. In addition to his wife, Susan he is survived by a daughter, Tamra Brunt and her husband, Richard of Springhill, Tenn.; one… IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Rose Marie Manchester, 87, of Poplar St., Ironwood, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008, in Hurley, with her family by her side. Friday from 12 - 9 p.m. Please sign the online guestbook at www.rggrharris.com Age 85, formerly of Detroit. Longtime top waitress at Hudson's Department Store. Beloved mother of Connie (Charles) Kindred and Dennis (Susan) Sharp. Grandmother of Raymond, Donald, Wendy, Suzanne (Simon) Bradin, Megan (Chris) Thomas and Kristen Parrish. Great-grandmother of Olivia, Tallulah, Savannah and Logan. Sister of Ray Hoffmeyer. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday at the Malburg Funeral Home, Romeo. Visitatiton Saturday 6-9 p.m. and Sunday 3-9 p.m. Beloved wife of Edward Sherman. Dear mother of Linda (Charles) Soberman, Julie (Sheldon) Blair, Cathy (Kenneth) Shiovitz, and the late Amy Sherman. Loving grandmother of Lisa (Menachem) Glazer, Tracey Jackier, David (fiancee Jennifer Seader) Soberman, Stephanie Blair, Michael Blair, Dr. Stacey Shiovitz, and Daniel Shiovitz. Great grandmother of Lilah Glazer. Sister of Dr. Marvin (Marion) Gross, and William (Barbara) Gross. Sister-in-law of Helen (the late Dr. Phillip) Sherman. SERVICES 10:30 FRIDAY MORNING… July 2, 2008 Age: 80. Dear wife of the late Arthur. Dear mother of Kathleen (Gerald) Braza, Linda, James (Carol), Michael and David (Ann Marie) Skierski. Dear grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Victoria Orlowski, Casimir Pyszk, Rosemary Galvin and the late Dennis Steele. Also survived my many nieces and nephews. Friends and family will gather Saturday 11:00 a.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (North of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. for a 1:00 p.m. Memorial… Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Road (between Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. In state Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. John Neumann Church, 44800 Warren Rd. (west of Sheldon) Plymouth. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. To leave a message of condolence, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com Thursday 6-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m., with funeral Saturday 11:00 a.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights. Burial in Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak. www.hopcroftfuneraldirectors.com will take place on Friday from 2-8 p.m. and Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Karmanos Cancer Institute, 4100 John R., Detroit, MI 48201-9945. www.thayer-rock.com Sarah Irene Jones, 27, of Bloomington, Ind., formerly of Sturgis, Mich., and a graduate of Bronson High School, died Oct. 19, 2008, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis of injuries sustained while serving as a Deputy for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Lockwood Community Church in Coldwater, Mich., where services are at 11 a.m. Monday. Burial will follow at Lockwood Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.mem.com. Sarah Irene Jones, age 27, of Bloomington died Sunday at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Ind. from injuries that she received while serving as a Deputy for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. She was born April 2, 1981 in Sturgis. She was the daughter of Wayne and Kimalee (Van Zile) Haylett of Coldwater. She was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving from 2001 to 2006. In her youth, she was active in 4-H, American Rabbit Breeders Association, and was a mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters.… . . . Detailed View Shirley A. Rise, 77, of Mt. Pleasant passed away Thursday, October 16, 2008 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Sister Margaret (Ignatiana) Donoghue, IHM July 3, 1917-Oct. 19, 2008 Monroe, MI - Sister Margaret, IHM, 91, died Sunday, Oct. 19, in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe, Mich. Sister Mary T. Meegan, formerly known as Sister John Maureen Meegan, died on Oct. 19, 2008, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 83 years of age and in the 63rd year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Mary was born in Chicago, Ill., to John and Mary (Martin) Meegan. Sister graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Adrian, Mich., and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics from Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, Mich.; a Master of Arts… Steve Michael Kovenich Oct. 21, 2008 Steve Michael Kovenich, 61, of Monroe died at 5:05 p.m. Tuesday in his home. Arrangements pending at Rupp Funeral Home. . . . Detailed View Suzanne E. Gump, age 67, of Coldwater, Mich., and formerly of Bronson, died at the home of her daughter in Bronson following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born Oct. 25, 1940, in Coldwater, a daughter of Chester and Marjorie (Miner) Weage, and was a lifelong resident of Branch County. Suzanne married Robert E. Gump on Nov. 21, 1958, in Sturgis. Bob died Oct. 24, 2001. Suzanne first worked at the Trans-A-Gram Toy Factory in Sturgis, then at the former Lamb Knit in Colon and at the Fremont… Saturday 9 a.m. at All Saints Church, 7824 Fort St., until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment Woodmere Cemetery. MARENISCO, Mich. -- Thomas A. Gagnon, 73, a lifelong resident of Marenisco, died Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, Wis. FOLEY, Thomas Age 89 Of Sturgis, MI Died Oct. 20, 2008 at Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. On June 7, 1947, in Kalamazoo, MI, he married Wilda Hassing. Surviving are his wife, Wilda; six sons, Thomas Foley of Portage, MI, David (Margaret) Foley of Cherry Hill, NJ, William (Mary) Foley of Lyndonville, Vermont, Mark (Jerri) Foley of Portage, MI, Stephen (Shirley) Foley of Sturgis, MI, and Robert (Charlene) Foley of Elkhart, IN. Grandchildren, Patrick, Daniel, Kim (Mike) Evans, Kristi, Tyler, Aric, Zachary… Thomas J. Foley, age 89, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at the Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. He was born Sept. 29, 1919, in Des Moines, Iowa, a son of the late Jay Paul and Abbie (Hugenot) Foley. Thomas has been a resident of Sturgis since 1965, moving here from Framingham, Mass. On June 7, 1947, in Kalamazoo, Mich., he married Wilda Hassing. He had been employed for Diamond International and while in Sturgis for Bandholtz Paint Co. for 20 years, retiring in 1988. Thomas was a… Thomas Leo Blonde, Sr., 70, of Pinconning, died Oct. 16, 2008 following a short illness. He was born March 30, 1938 to Marshall A. and Kathryne (Greenman) Blonde in Almont. He was a retired meat cutter. Mrs. Valeria Lillian Razminas, 86, of Ludington, died Monday, Oct. 20 at Tendercare of Ludington. Valeria was born on June 5, 1922 in Chicago, Ill. to Joseph and Bernice (Bartis) Rimkus, and married W... LAND O'LAKES, Wis. -- Vicky A. Peterson, 62, of Land O'Lakes, formerly of West DePere, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008. . . . Detailed View Viola Meeker, age 80, of Arcadia, Fla., formerly of Adrian, passed away, Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, in Punta Gorda, Fla. She was born Dec. 8, 1927, in Lincoln County, Tenn., moving to Arcadia in 1975 from Adrian, Mich. Viola was a collector of bells and angels. She was a member of Arcadia Church of God, was very active in church functions as they related to the ladies of the church, and visiting those in the local nursing home. Survivors include a son, Ervin McGowan, Arcadia, Fla.; three daughters, Viola… Thursday 2-8 p.m. with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn. Memorial Donations to St. Anselm's Catholic School Fund. www.querfeldfh.com Thursday 5-8 p.m. Memorials to American Parkinson Foundation. www.querfeldfh.com BACKUS, Wilbur H. - Age 84, of Davison, died Monday, October 20, 2008 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 10 AM Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint. Burial immediately following in Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 6-9 PM Tuesday, 1-4 and 6-9 PM Wednesday. Those desiring may make contributions to the Disabled American Veterans or charity of ones choice. Mr. Backus was born September 27,… William Dale Marshall, 78, of Boyne City, died Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, at home surrounded by his family. |
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