ADAMS MARILYN (ODETTE) |
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ALLESSIO CARMEN J |
Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 1/2 Mile) Warren. Rosary 6:30 p.m. Mass Wednesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 31555 Hoover, Warren. In state 9 a.m. Memorials to the Vietnam Veterans of America or William Beaumont Hospice. |
ANDERMAN WILLIAM E |
Age 90, December 7, 2008, of Grosse Pointe. Beloved husband of June Marks Anderman. Loving father of Milton (Diann), Marie (Andrew) Arlo and Richard (Denise). Dear grandfather and great-grandfather of many. Please sign William's online guestbook at www.cremationmichigan.com |
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Anna M. Fougerousse, 87, of Reading, passed away Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, at her home. She was born in Monterrey, Mexico on Oct. 12, 1921 and her mother was Anna Their. She was married Oct. 9, 1940 to William Fougerousse and he survives. Anna and Bill moved to the Hillsdale area in 1963, prior to that they resided in Dearborn. Anna was a member of the Army Air Force, a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the Council of Catholic Women at the church. Surviving besides her husband Bill of 68 years are two daughters, Donna (Guy) Hinman of Angola and Dianne (Paul) Sonnenberg of Austin, Texas; a son, David (Sharon) Fougerousse of Niles, Michigan; five grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother. A mass of Christian burial for Anna Fougerousse will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at St. Anthony Catholic Church with the Rev. Ioane Sigarara as celebrant. Interment will follow at King Lake Cemetery in Hillsdale. There will be a prayer vigil service at 6 p.m. Monday with visitation to follow until 8 p.m., at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to St. Anthony Church.To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Anna Swaney, 86, of Reading, passed away Friday Nov. 28, 2008, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility where she had spent the last four months. Born Oct. 1, 1922, in Ohio, she was the daughter of Anthony and Mary (Behlek) Pavka. Anna graduated from Montgomery High School in 1942 and had worked at Weatherhead Co. at one time. She was also a beautician and a talented homemaker who will be remembered as a good cook. Her hobbies included a love of flowers, bowling on a league, golfing and playing cards. She also belonged to a charitable group in Elkhart, Ind., who provided toys and other items for local hospitals. Survivors include her husband, Paul Swaney, whom she married May 16, 1942; two sisters, Josephine Williams and Mildred Gripman, both of Montgomery; three brothers, George (June) Pavka, Kendallville, Ind.,  Joseph (Betty) Pavka, Reading and William (Laura) Pavka, Hillsdale. Preceding her in death were her parents, one brother, (John) and one sister, (Mary). A memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with the Rev. Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Visitation is scheduled Saturday from 1 p.m. until time of service. Interment in California Corners Cemetery will take place at a later date.  Memorials are suggested to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. |
Arthur L. Steinman |
Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
BANONIS VINCENT J JR |
3 to 8 p.m. Thursday with a Memorial Service at 7 p.m. at Haley Funeral Directors in Southfield (24525 Northwestern Hwy. / east of Evergreen and south of 10 Mile on southside service-drive). In lieu of flowers memorials to The Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street Detroit, MI 48207 will be accepted. On-line condolences and directions at |
BARA BRENT A |
Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd. Scripture Service Wednesday at 8 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday, In state 10 a.m. at St. Sabina Church, 25605 Ann Arbor Tr. (Dearborn Heights) with Mass to follow at 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery (Dearborn Heights). Please visit our OnLine Guestbook at |
BEATTIE WILLIAM E JR |
at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd. (between 14 and 15 Mile Rds.) Thursday 3-8 p.m. Memorials appreciated to Angels Place, 25240 Lahser, Ste 2, Southfield, MI 48033. Obituary and condolences at |
BONADEO ERMENEGILDA |
at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi (248) 348-1800, Wednesday 2-9 p.m., Rosary 8:00 p.m. In state at Our Lady of Victory Church, 133 Orchard St., Northville, Thursday 9:30 a.m. until funeral liturgy at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Hospice. Online condolences: |
BROCHU JAMES G |
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BURKE JOHN F |
Wednesday 9:30 a.m until time of funeral Mass at 10 a.m. from St. Kenneth Catholic Church, 14951 Haggerty Rd. (S. of 5 Mile), Plymouth. Share your special thoughts and memories at |
Barbara Anne Rozanski 46 years of Temperance, MI died Saturday December 6, 2008 in the Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo. |
Basil Ray "Hillbilly" Wilhite, 71 yrs, of Petersburg, died Sunday morning while under the care of |
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Bernard Sneller, 91, of Holland, died Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. www.notierverleelangeland.com |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Bernice D. Allen, 88, of Ironwood, died peacefully early Sunday morning, Nov. 30, 2008, surrounded by her family, in Ironwood. |
Bob Seames Lapeer Bob Seames, age 82, a lifetime resident of Lapeer passed away Sunday (November 30, 2008). He was born December 27, 1925 in Detroit, MI to (the late) Ernest and Marguerite Seames. He loyally served in the United States Army for two terms during World War II and the Korean War. Bob had found true love in his late wife, Yvonne also a lifetime Lapeer resident. He worked for several years at the Lapeer Post Office. He is most known for his sales position at Lapeer Hardware from which he later retired from. Bob found a great deal of enjoyment in bowling and horseshoes. He also enjoyed playing cards and was an avid sports fan. He is survived by his children, Mike Seames, Wendy (Gary) Garner, Patti Michael, Terri (Bridget) Seames and Dawn Angle; 15 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Yvonne; granddaughter, Jessica Garner; son-in-law, Dale Michael. Memorials to Suncrest Auxiliary are greatly appreciated. Funeral ser |
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Bon C. Okay, 20, of Battle Creek, Mich., died Dec. 6, 2008, in Battle Creek. Relatives and friends may call from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon where services are at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Cremation will follow the service.   |
Breanna Lynne Ashley, 17 of Temple, passed away Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 at MidMichigan Medical Center–Clare. Breanna was born Dec. 15, 1990 in Midland, the daughter of Keith L. and Melissa R. (Mann) Ashley. Breanna had resided in Temple since 2007, coming from Gladwin. |
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Burl Brown, age 82, of Hillsdale died Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, at Hillsdale Medical Care Facility. He was born March 26, 1926, in Magoffin, Ky., to Marcum and Lydia (Blankenship) Brown. Burl had been employed by Bohn Aluminum. His survivors include a brother, Robert Brown of Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Orey, Stella, Mary, Sally and Ida. Private graveside services were held at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. There will be no public visitation. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
CALCAGNO CAROLYN M |
Thursday 4-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Friday in state at 9:30 a.m. until her funeral service at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 770 Thayer, Northville. Burial at Holy Sepulchre. |
CELMER EUGENE J |
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CHICHESTER ERNESTINE S |
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COLSON JOHN |
"BOB" Age 83. December 6, 2008. Beloved husband of Shirley. Dear father of James (Lynne). Grandfather of Christopher, Leigh-Ann, and Blair. Memorial visitation 2-8 p.m. Friday at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods. Memorial service 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church, 19950 Mack at Torrey, Grosse Pointe Woods (48236). Memorials to the Church or American Macular Degeneration Foundation, PO Box 515, Northampton, MA 01061-0515 appreciated. |
CRAFT GORDON A |
5-8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday 1-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at BROWN FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday, December 11, 2008 at Grace Baptist Church, Belleville. |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
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. |
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 Catherine Payeur, age 96, of Blissfield died Monday, Dec. 8, 2008 at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Charles "Chuck" Curtiss Lapeer Charles "Chuck" Curtiss, age 72, a lifetime resident of Lapeer, passed away Sunday (November 30, 2008). He was born August 10, 1936 to Sumner and Emma Mae (Firman) Curtiss. He married Lori Pennock. Chuck graduated from Lapeer High School, Class of 1955. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Chuck worked for General Motors, Plant Protection for 14 years. He was a City of Lapeer Policeman for 42 years, retiring in 1998. He was a member of the Civil Air Patrol, the Blue Knights, Goodfellows and Michigan Ultra Light Association (MULA). Chuck enjoyed hunting, fishing, and flying. He was helping others all the time. Chuck was the "Good Old Town Cop" who knew everyone by name. He is survived by his wife, Lori Curtiss of Lapeer; daughters, Tawnya (David) Stock of Davison; Tammee Hinton of Ocee, FL, Dawn (Randy) Heidtman of Columbiaville. 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchild; siblings, Rex (Edith) Curtiss of Lapeer, Alice Huffman of Dura |
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Charlotte H. Taylor Oscoda Charlotte H. Taylor, of Oscoda, MI., passed away Tuesday (December 2, 2008) at her home. Mrs Taylor was born on October 2, 1919 in Lapeer. Charlotte was a lifetime member of the Eastern Star Lodge of Lapeer. She is survived by a son, Wilson, Jr. (Carole); grandchildren, Jeff of Grand Rapids, Greg of Wyoming, Kim Whittaker of Davison, Matthew of Lapeer and Nathan of Flint, and their spouses also 8 great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. A memorial service will be held at a future date. Arrangements by: Buresh-Bennett Funeral Home, Oscoda, MI. (989)739-7468 |
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BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. -- Chester Cestkowski, 80, of Bruce Crossing, died Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital Long Term Care Unit. |
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Clare J. Slank, 83, of Hillsdale, and former Detroit and Litchfield area resident, passed away Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility of the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  She was born Nov. 18, 1925, in Detroit to Joseph and Katherine (Jastremski) Crumb and was a school teacher in the Detroit area. Clare was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church, a teacher’s aide at the Litchfield Community Schools, as well as a substitute teacher there for several years. In 1947, she married Norbert Slank and he preceded her in death in 1998. She is survived by a daughter, Noreen Slank, Huntington Woods; sons Norbert C. (Carol) Slank, Livonia and Thomas Slank, Clinton; a sister, Joan Mueller,  Hillsdale; a  brother, Leon Crumb, Douglas and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday,at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Hillsdale, with the Rev. Ioanne Sigarara officiating. Interment will follow in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled Monday from 5-8 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with Vigil Service at 6 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the Litchfield District Library Building Fund.   |
Cornelius J. Volmering 1918-2008 Cornelius J. Volmering, 90, Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at the Harbor Beach Hospital. He was born on May 29, 1918 in Ruth, to the late William and Theresa (Guitar) Volmering. He married Evelyn Artman on November 15, 1939 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Helena. She preceded him in death on November 5, 2007. Cornelius was a graduate of Sts. Peter & Paul Elementary School. He farmed many years. He was employed at Midwest Rubber of Deckerville as a machinist for a few years. He retired from General Cable Company of Cass City in 1980. He was a parishioner at Sts. Peter & Paul where he was an usher for 30 years and a member of the church committee. Cornelius was a member of the Farm Bureau for 50 years. He enjoyed playing cards, working on the general elections and being a member of the Board of Review for Sherman Township. He is survived by his five children, Ronald (Jane) Volmering Sr., Harbor Beach, Sharon (Larry) Mausolf, Harbor Beach, Robert (Carol) Volmering, Ellijay, Ga., Elaine (Maurice) Williamson, Vassar and Paul (Dennise) Volmering, Pinckney; 11 grandchildren, Heidi (Don) Zoll, Jill (Dean) Laitinen, Ron (Terri) Volmering Jr., Helen (Tom) Masters, Daniel (Kim) Mausolf, Marie (Joe) Cass, Richard (Lisa) Mausolf, Adam (Jen) Volmering, Amy (Paul) Muller, Scott (Jennifer) Williamson and Korina Williamson; two step-grandchildren, Zachrey (Holly) Schwartz and Heather (John) McKinzie; 20 great-grandchildren, Veronica, Don Jr. and Matthew Zoll, Audrey and Adrianne Laurila, Emily and Austin Volmering, Justin, Sarah and Nicole Masters, Jennifer, Alycia, Anne, Isabel, Nathen and Evelyn Mausolf, Vincent, Cass and Chrysantha Volmering and Alyson Muller; four step great-grandchildren, Sarah and Patrick McKinzie, Carter Schwartz and Dawson Laitinen; two sisters, Elizabeth Geiger, Harbor Beach and Irene Holdwick, Ruth; two sisters-in-law, Margaret Volmering, Bad Axe and Florence Roberts, Ruth; two brothers-in-law, Stanley Artman, Sarasota, Fla. and Norman (Faye) Artman, Port Huron. He was preceded in death by four brothers, William (Anna) Volmering, Vincent (Alvina) Volmering, Alexander (Theresa) Volmering and Aloysius Volmering; one sister, Mary (Bernard) Gentner; in-laws, Mary Wipping, Robert Wipping, Bernard Roberts, Esther Artman, Lula Artman, Raymond, Joseph and Clarence Artman, Clements Geiger and Robert Holdwick. Funeral mass was held on Monday, December 1, 2008 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. Rev. Robert Pare, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly. |
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DORAN FRANCIS DONALD |
Wednesday 4-9 p.m. and Thursday 4-9 p.m. His Funeral Service will be Friday at 11 a.m. at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (3 blocks E. of VanDyke), Utica. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township, MI. Memorials appreciated to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85014. Please share a memory with the family at |
DREW CORINNE J |
December 7, 2008. Beloved wife of Edward R. Dear mother of Deborah (Bob) Marriott, Pamela (Don) Woodby, Lisa (Brian) Farley and Robert Boone. Also survived by 17 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family has entrusted care and services to the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, Westland, 734-522-9400. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com |
DUKAT BERNARD NICHOLAS |
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DZIELINSKI LUCAS |
"RAY" Age 78 of St. Clair Shores died December 6, 2008. Beloved husband of Phyllis. Dear father of Carla (Robert) Noble, Rhonda (Paul) Yetter, and Renee (Craig) Lanzon. Loving grandfather of Ashley, Lucas, Celeste, Amanda, Zachary, Grant, Blake, Hailey, Bethany and Alexander. Brother of Genevieve Kuzinkoski. Brother-in-law of Vernon Kaminski. Visiting hours Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Thursday 10 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Interment Christian Memorial Cemetery. Memories may be shared at |
Dale Graves, age 45, of Louisville, TN, son of the late Marion G. and Lura Atkins Graves, passed away suddenly Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at Park West Hospital. |
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Dewey Wilson, 96, of LaGrange, Ind. and formerly of Howe, Ind. died  Dec. 6, 2008, at Parkview LaGragne Hospital, LaGrange, Ind.       A Graveside service will be held at the Greenlawn Cemetery in Orland, Ind. on Tuesday Dec. 9, 2008, at 10 a.m. Arrangements were handled by the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange. |
Dolores J. Gallagher Clifford Dolores J. Gallagher, age 77, passed away Tuesday (December 2, 2008) at Covenant Medical Center - Cooper in Saginaw. She was born October 2, 1931 in Lansing to the late Frank and Mary (Chambers) Kraai. She married Peter Gallagher on Beaver Island on April 23, 1949. They later moved to Marlette and then to Clifford. She attended Everett High School in Lansing. She worked at Metal Craft Industries as a press operator for 29 years and 4 years at Ligon Factory in Almont until her retirement. She was a long time member of the St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Clifford. She is survived by her daughters, Sharon (Kenneth) Wilcox and Vickie (Alan) Gould both of Marlette; grandchildren Michael (Loni) Gass of Lapeer, Rodney (Brandy Gass) Fernandez of Middleburg, Fl., Jason Gallagher of Clifford, Nicholas Gould of Cleveland, OH., and Trevor (Liberty) Gould of Caro; great grandchildren Chelsea Gass, Dorothy and Mary Fernandez, Mickenzie and Kody Gould, |
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Doris Beavers, age 92, of Gladwin passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2008 at MidMichigan Gladwin Pines. |
Doris M. Harris Lapeer Doris M. Harris (Bunce) age 90 of Lapeer (formerly of Oxford) went home to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday (December 3, 2008). She was born in Stitsville, MI, October 13, 1918 to (the late) Willis and Myrtle (Kronkrite) Bunce. Doris married (the late) Russell W. Harris on June 21, 1936 in Houghton Lake, MI. Together they had six children. She worked for Syncro in Oxford for 21 years. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, knitting and playing the piano in her younger years. In the later days she enjoyed watching her television game shows with Buddy "the dog" sitting on her lap and visiting with friends and family. She is survived by her sons, Lawrence (Beth) Harris and Barry (Armeda) Harris; daughter, Vonna (Warren) Neff; 21 grandchildren and many great as well as great-great grandchildren; brother, Cleatus (Kathy) Bunce; numerous friends and family whom loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by her sons, Jerry Harris, Wesley (Joan) Harris, |
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Doris M. Wiltse 1922-2008 Doris M. Wiltse, Sebewaing, 86, died Friday, November 21, 2008 at her home following a three-month illness. She was born March 31, 1922 in Saginaw, daughter of the late William W. and Edith (Koehler) Duant. She was a 1939 graduate of Saginaw High School and later attended Central Michigan University. She was united in marriage to Charles Wiltse on November 8, 1947 in Saginaw. Doris was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid, Lutheran Women's Missionary League and the Bible class. She enjoyed playing bridge and especially enjoyed her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Charles; three sons, Scott (Beverly) Wiltse, David (Pamela) Wiltse and Robert (Linda) Wiltse, all of Sebewaing; six grandchildren, Stephanie (Bradley) Osantowski, Ryan (Carrie) Wiltse, Laura (Dale) Abke, Nicole (Kevin) Sherretz, Charles Wiltse and Adam Wiltse; three great-grandchildren, Benjamin Abke, Madison Sherretz and Elliot Wiltse; five step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Heather Wiltse. Funeral services were held on Monday, November 24, 2008 at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Rev. Daniel Hahn officiated, with burial in the church cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Immanuel Lutheran Church, McLaren Visiting Nurses Association, Stephen Ministries or the donor's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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Dorothy Mary (Drewyor) Blanchard Tuesday, December 9, 2008 5:02 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Dorothy Mary (Drewyor) Blanchard went to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family and companion, Dec. 5, 2008, at Good Samaritan Hospice House. She was 84.  Mrs. Blanchard was born March 3, 1924, in Tecumseh, Mich., to Clyde and Mary Drewyor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne.   She majored in Business at Adrian College in Michigan and was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority and the women’s basketball team. She married her childhood neighbor in 1948 and moved to Macon, Mich., where they established a hog farming operation called Macon Bacon. In addition to working as office manager for 25 years for Dr. George Burkhardt, she also was the co-owner of Teddy Bear Express and was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Tecumseh, the Legion Auxiliary, Business and Professional Women’s Group, and Herrick Hospital Auxiliary. In 1996 she and her husband moved to Zelienople, Pa., where she continued to enjoy entertaining, volunteering and bible studies. In 2006, she received The President’s Volunteer Service Award for her many hours at Vincentian Regency and Passavant Retirement Center. She assisted her daughter with The Gathering Place until her illness in 2006 and was a member of Park United Presbyterian Church in Zelienople. Dorothy will be affectionately remembered for her love of family and friends, care giving, and generous spirit. An avid lover of all sports, she was also talented as a china painter, pianist, and cook.  She was blessed to be a 13-year breast cancer survivor and courageously endured kidney dialysis until choosing to discontinue in October. Her unending generosity and fun loving spirit will be cherished by all who knew her.  Dorothy is survived by her devoted companion, Roger Carothers of Zelienople; a daughter, Debbie (Robert) Busteed of Wexford, Pa.; one son, Kevin Blanchard of Lambertville, Mich.; grandchildren, Brandon (Deanna) Busteed of Sherborn, Mass., Keely (Spencer) Singer of Chicago Ill., Dawson and Morgan Blanchard, and two nieces.  A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 12, at First Baptist Church, 5290 Milwaukee Road, Tecumseh, Mich. The family requests that donations in her memory be made to Good Samaritan Hospice House, 3500 Brooktree Road, Suite 320, Wexford, PA 15090 or a favorite charity. Online condolences may be made at www.boylanfuneralhome.com. |
Dorothy N. Flewelling Columbiaville Dorothy N. Flewelling, age 77, of Columbiaville passed away Tuesday (December 2, 2008). Dorothy retired from St. Joes - Flint after working many years as a Nurses Aid. She had also been a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lapeer. She is survived by her husband, Frank Flewelling; son, Bruce Trenaman; 2 brothers; 2 sisters and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emmit and Beatrice; and her son, Dwight Trenaman. Cremation has already taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. To share an online condolence visit LynchFuneralDirectors.com |
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Dorothy Sneary, age 86, of Jasper passed away, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, at her home. She was born April 3, 1922, in Sand Lake, Mich., to Charles and Ida (Smith) Southwell. On Jan. 2, 1945, she married Leonard Sneary and he survives. Dorothy was a demonstrator for Meijer’s from 1996-2008. Dorothy was very active in the foster parents program. Over three decades she provided a safe haven, giving unconditional Love to those children who were in need of a place to call home. Dorothy had a special love and compassion for family and gave freely of herself to others. She enjoyed taking her grandchildren fishing. She enjoyed trips to Mt. Pleasant for a day of gambling. Dorothy lived in Jasper for 52 years and her family would like to extend a Special thanks to all of her special neighbors. In addition to her husband of 64 years, she is survived by a foster son, Paul Davis of California; a special son, Lynn Benschoter of Adrian; a great helping hand neighbor, Butch Keller; a daughter, Judy Osborne of Adrian; two foster daughters, Sally (Davis) Hardee of Sarasota, Fla., and Babe (Davis) Tanner of The Villages, Fla.; eight grandchildren, Doug, Mitch, Chris, Tina, Jeff, Cathy, Nikki and Wendy; and one great-granddaughter, Amber Face. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Loren and Orman Southwell; three sisters, Maggie Philo, Goldie Leonard and  Viola Stanifer. At Dorothy’s request cremation has taken place. There will be no public services or visitation. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Arrangements were directed by Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Brahmer, Earl E. Bay City, Michigan In addition to those listed in the full obituary, Earl was preceded in death by a step-daughter, Janice Mrozinski. Funeral Liturgy will be Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Hyacinth Church. He will lie in state at the Church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until service time. |
Ellen Nettnay Attica Ellen Nettnay, age 83, of Attica, passed away Thursday (December 4, 2008) at Marlette United Hospice She was born September 5, 1925. She married Max Nettnay. A memorial service is pending at a later date. Arrangements by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Imlay City. |
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Evelyn B. Hopping, former resident of Frankenmuth and Sturgis, Mich., beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died Dec. 5, 2008, at Clare-Bridge Cottage in Saginaw with her family by her side. Age 89 years, Evelyn M. Brueker was born Aug. 11, 1919 in Ft. Wayne, Ind. She was married to Donald J. Hopping on June 7, 1941. He preceded her in death on Feb. 14, 2000. Evelyn was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church in Sturgis. She graduated from Ft. Wayne Institute of Business and later retired from Sturgis Public Schools. Surviving are one son, William (Cynthia ) Hopping of Augusta, Ky.; one daughter, Janet (Gerry) Gaeth of Frankenmuth; two grandchildren, Bryan (Lisa) Hopping, Kentucky, and Elena Hopping of Washington, DC; two great-grandchildren, Ty and Evelyn Hopping. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Bueker. A special thank you to the caregivers at Clare-Bridge Cottage. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin St. Private burial will take place in Oaklawn Cemetery in Sturgis, Mich. Evelyn’s family will receive visitors a the funeral home from 11 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may want to consider memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association of Hospice of Hope.   |
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Evon M. Poore, age 82, died Dec. 6, 2008, under the care of Hospice of Lenawee. Evon was born July 29, 1926, in Haleyville, Ala., to Alfred and Bertha (Percell) Cole. On June 27, 1942, she married Price Travis Poore in Haleyville, Ala. Evon was employed by Faraday, Inc. in Tecumseh for 28 years, retiring in 1982. She attended the Church of the Good Shepherd in Adrian. Evon’s family and friends have missed her warm smiles and kind words for the last eight years, having lost them to Alzheimer’s/Dementia. Evon was a life-long gardener with both vegetable and flower gardens flourishing under her care. Many hours were spent snapping beans and drinking sweet tea on the back porch with family, friends and neighbors. Evon is survived by two sons, Travis Earl Poore of Adrian and Gary E. Poore and his wife, Mary, also of Adrian; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Evon was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Price; four brothers, Jesse Cole, Junior Cole, Herman Cole and Wilburn Cole; three sisters, Elsie Cleveland, Mae Cole and Mary Cole. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at 10 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Michael Goble officiating. Burial will be in East Rome Cemetery. Visitation will be today from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Meals on Wheels of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Died on December 5, 2008. Beloved mother of Joshua Fairbrother, dear sister of Hope Hoffman, loving aunt of Melissa Koos (Gregory) and Kristin Cowper (John). Also survived by four great nieces. Funeral serivce on Wednesday, December 10 at 4:00 p.m. at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, 61 Grosse Pointe Boulevard. Memorial contributions may be made to Services for Older Citizens (SOC), 17150 Waterloo, Grosse Pointe City, MI, 48230. |
FAIRCLOTH WILLIAM A |
Of Saint Clair Shores passed away at home on Sunday at the age of 78. Born at home in Camilla, Georgia on August 30th 1930, a son of Rayford Dooley and Nancy Jane Dollar Faircloth he was married to his wife Barbara for 48 years. William made his home in the Detroit metro area from 1947 until he passed away. The founder and owner of Faircloth Manufacturing Company in Warren, Michigan, Bill was a well known figure of the manufacturing community in the Groesbeck Highway corridor. He was also known as a Worshipful Brother of the Masonic Fraternity, a Past Master of Jefferson Lodge #553 F& AM, a member of several Masonic organizations and an ambassador of the Ancient Arabic Order, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, Moslem Temple, Detroit. He was also an avid power boater and had been a member of the MacRay Yacht Club. William is survived by his wife Barbara, his son Patrick of Saint Clair Shores, his morally adopted son Joseph Ferrera of Saint Clair Shores, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild, one brother Frank of Atlanta, and in the Detroit area by his nephews James and Guy Faircloth. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Oakland University in memory of William A. Faircloth: Oakland University, John Dodge House, Rochester MI, 48309 Friends may call at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave. Saint Clair Shores, visitation Tuesday 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Masonic memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Kaul Funeral Home and will be followed by a religious service. William will be buried at the Delwood Cemetery in Camilla, Georgia. |
FRENCH CHARLES E |
Wednesday 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Dennis Catholic Church, Royal Oak. Share your memories at |
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Florence Slot, 94, of Holland, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. For more information, visit www.notierverleelangeland.com. |
McNish, Frances M. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Saturday, December 6, 2008 at the Cartwright Care Center. Age 85 years. A Memorial service will take place on Tuesday, December 16, 2008. Complete obituary will be published in the December 14, 2008 edition of the Saginaw News. Arrangements by the W. L. Case and Company Funeral Directors, 201 N. Miller Rd. www.casefuneralhome.com |
Frank J. Pieper, Jr. |
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. |
NEMECEK, Frank Martin - Age 87, of Swartz Creek, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Avalon Hospice. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11AM Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Swartz Creek. Fr. Steve Mattson celebrant. Visitation will be held 7-9PM Sunday, 2-5 and 7-9PM Monday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. A rosary will be recited 7PM Monday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions to the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan or The Shelter of Flint. Frank was born December 25, 1920 in Swartz Creek, the son of Martin and Anastasia Nemecek and had lived in Swartz Creek his entire life. He was married to Margaret "Marge" Suchanek on August 10, 1946 in Flint. Mr. Nemecek was a 1938 graduate of Swartz Creek High School, where he was Class President and Captain of the football team. He served in the U.S. Marines in the Pacific Theater. Frank retired from Chevrolet Manufacturing. He was a member of Swartz Creek American Legion and a lifetime member of the Friendship Club. Surviving are: wife, Marge; children, Mary (Peg) Peterson of Cliffside Park, NJ, Frank II and Karen Nemecek of Petoskey; grandchildren, Spencer and Maddie Nemecek. In addition he leaves behind many loving sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews, each and every one his favorite. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Mary Bokor and Helen Nemecek; brother, Hank Nemecek. On-line condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
Freda M. Looker, 84, of Gladwin passed away suddenly Nov. 25, 2008 at her home. She was born Feb. 15, 1924 in Gladwin to William and Rose (Schranz) Nettleton. |
Frederick Gilmore Leslie, 90, of Boyne City, died Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at his daughter's home in Charlevoix. |
GABRYSIAK BETTY ANN |
Age 76 of Shelby Township, December 7, 2008. Loving wife of Martin. Dear mother of Lisa (the late Thomas) Huston, Martin (Linda) and John (Anna) Gabrysiak. Grandmother of Paul, David, Sarah, Patrick, Blake, Jessica, Adena, Sophia and the late Angela. Sister of the late Ralph, James, Frank, Constance, Santo and Patsy. Betty loved cooking, sewing , gardening, shopping, Michigan football and spending time with her grandchildren. Funeral Mass Wednesday December 10, 2008, 11 am. with an in state of 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood, Rochester. The family will receive friends Tuesday 2-8 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Rosary at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Inurnment Guardian Angel Cemetery. Suggested memorials to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen or the American Cancer Society. Online guestbook |
GALLO ROSE E |
Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Thursday 10 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Barbara Catholic Church, 13534 Colson, Dearborn (South of Ford, just East of Schaefer). |
GERMAIN BIANCA ALESSANDRA |
Age 28, of Milford, December 6th, 2008. Precious and treasured daughter of Angela Germain and significant other, Steve Hamilton; sister of Harrison and Swan; granddaughter of Jimmie and Ardell Winters; niece of Michele (Rene) Ford, Mark (Andrea) Winters, Christian Winters; cousins Kori, Erin and Autumn and many extended family members and dear friends. Funeral Service from Milford Presbyterian Church, 238 N. Main St., Milford Wednesday, December 10th 11 a.m. with The Rev. Dr. R. John Harris officiating. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford, Tuesday 4-9 p.m. Memorials to Visions Unlimited. For further info please call 248-684-6645 or visit |
GUATERI WILLIAM |
Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile). Funeral Thursday 10 a.m. at the funeral home, Burial at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Share a memory at |
GURSKI STANLEY C |
Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with an evening Vigil Service 7:30 p.m., at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12½ Mile). Mr. Gurski will lie in state Wednesday 11a.m., at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church until the time of the Funeral Mass 11:30a.m. Memorial donations appreciated to the: Alzheimers Association Metro Detroit Region, 20300 Civic Center Dr. Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076. Share memories at |
Gary Davis Attica Gary Davis, age 57, of Attica, passed away Tuesday (December 2, 2008) at his home. He was born December 11, 1950 in Almont to James H. and Marion R. Davis. Gary grew up in Imlay City and spent most of his life there. He was a graduate of Imlay City High School Class of 1969. He attended Central Michigan University and earned his law degree from Detroit School of Law in 1978. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. Gary had worked for Preisel Penzien and Davis Attorneys at Law, Penzien and Davis Attorney at Law and he had his own practice Gary L. Davis Attorney at Law in Imay City. He was a member of the Michigan State Bar Assn., National Rifle Assn.., and Imlay City V.F.W He is survived by his wife, Laura Davis of Attica; sons, Bret (Nicole) Davis of Clinton Twp., Kyle Davis of Lapeer; daughter, Kaitlyn Davis of Lapeer; step-sons, John (Jennifer Whitis) Wnuk of North Branch and Preston Wnuk of Lapeer; step-daughter, Kathle |
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Georgia D. Nielsen, age 65,  a former waitress at Bill's Steak House of Bronson, Mich., died Dec. 4, 2008, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. Interment will be held at 1 p.m. today, Saturday at Matteson Township Cemetery.  A celebration of her life will be held in early spring of 2009. Memorials may be made to the Branch County Humane Society or P.E.T.A.  Kolcz Funeral Home of Bronson is handling arrangements. |
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Gerald Allen Welsh, age 58, died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born April 2, 1950, in Adrian, to Ralph and Ruth (White) Welsh. He married Crystal Lee Wilcox on April 17, 1971, in Tecumseh, and she survives. Gerald was employed with Merillat Industries for 36 years, retiring in October of 2008. He enjoyed woodworking and gardening. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Jason Paul Welsh and his wife, Megan Elizabeth, of Jackson; three brothers, Raymond Welsh and his wife, Sharon, of Onsted, Norman Welsh and his wife, JoAnn, of Adrian and Terry Welsh of Blissfield; an aunt, Rea Edgar of Morenci; a sister-in-law, Barbara Welsh of Morenci, and a former sister-in-law, Becky Welsh of Jackson; a brother-in-law, Douglas Wilcox and his wife, Diane, of Tecumseh; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Kenneth. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with Pastor Faye McKinstry officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Jason Welsh. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Gerald A. Antor, aged 87, passed away Saturday afternoon. Complete obituary in the Monday Press or visit www.lifestorynet.com. Heritage Funeral Home |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Geraldine E. "Jerrie" Burdeau, 95, of Ironwood, died Saturday evening, Nov. 29, 2008, in Ironwood. |
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Gertrude (Karsten) Nyenhuis, aged 83, has left us now to be with her Savior and Lord on Sunday, December 7, 2008. Preceding her in death were her brother, Ray; and her sister, Marian Schout (Gilbert). She is survived by one sister, Arlene De Kock (Jason) of Holland; and one sister-in-law, Ethel Karsten of Grandville. She’ll be missed by her children, David (Alto), Bruce and Sharon (Gardiner, WA), Paul and Robin (Wayland), Chris (Comstock Park), Carol and Douglas Kok (Caledonia); seven grandchildren; and two great- grandchildren. We’ll miss her quiet love, and her service to the Lord in church and choir, with her neighbors and quilting friends. Most of all she’ll be missed by her husband, Hudson, after 58 years of marriage. Now her spark has died out on this earth, but her spirit has flared up again as she joins other believers in heaven. We’re grateful for the steadfast love and concern of so many during her years of diminishing ability. Special thanks to the staff at Holland Home’s Raybrook facilities. Funeral services for Gert will be at the Chapel at Raybrook Manor, 2121 Raybrook SE, Grand Rapids, on Friday at 2:00 p.m. Rev. George Aupperlee will help us to remember her, and focus on the blessings of where she’ll be living forever with her Lord. Visitation will be on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, 2800 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids, and on Friday from 1-2 p.m. at Raybrook Manor prior to the service. Memorials to honor her life may be made to the Holland Home, Faith Hospice, The Alzheimer’s Association or to any charity carrying on the Lord’s work with children and families.   |
Glenn G. Weil Lapeer Glenn G. Weil, age 84, of Lapeer went to be with the Lord Monday (December 1, 2008). He passed away in the early morning hours and was surrounded by family at that time. Mr. Weil was a fighter pilot during WWII and served on the Detroit Police force for almost forty years, at which time he went to the North Branch Police as Chief, until he retired a second time in 1989, after 16 additional years of service. Mr. Weil was a loving grandfather and great grandfather who left his family with many memories. He was close to his children and grandchildren from the early years with his own children to the latter days with his grand and great grandchildren. Mr. Weil was actively involved in the ministries of several Baptist and Lutheran churches throughout his life. He is deeply loved and will be fondly remembered and missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Weil of Lapeer; daughter, Glenda (David) Bossenberger of Lapeer; son, Kirk W |
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HUNTER, Glovis M. - Age 78, of Mundy Twp./Fenton, died Thursday, December 4, 2008 at Genesys Health Park. Funeral mass will be celebrated 11 AM Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 600 N. Adelaide St. with Fr. Bosco Padamattummal, celebrant. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery. Visitation will be held 12-9 PM Monday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton where a rosary will be prayed at 7 PM. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Salvation Army. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituary page of sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
Gregory Charles Henley Sarasota, FL Gregory Charles Henley, 58, of Sarasota, FL (formerly of Lapeer) passed away suddenly Wednesday (December 3, 2008). He was born September 14, 1950 in Lapeer to Douglas and Margaret (Stiles) Henley. Greg graduated from Lapeer High School, class of 1968. Shortly after school, Greg became a minor league baseball umpire - a career Greg loved dearly. Continuing with his love of sports, Greg also worked for the Washington Red Skin's as a pro scout. Most recently, Greg worked in real estate in the Sarasota area. He is survived by his daughter, Kerry (Steve) Canto of Irvine, CA,; grandchildren, Reagen and Danica; mother, Barbara (Harold) Henley-Kingsbury of Lapeer; siblings, Shelley (Jim) Federick of Colorado Springs, CO, Todd Henley of Lapeer, Tim (Jill) Henley of Clarkston, Lisa (Nathan) Petrie of Lapeer, and Colleen (Kevin) Golden of Alta Dena, CA; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Greg was dearly loved by family and friends, an |
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HAMPTON ELODIE |
Wednesday 5-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Prayers Thursday 7 p.m. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Church, 44633 Utica Rd. until Mass 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
HAZEL JAMES E |
Age 66. Passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Alice. Dearest father of Paul (Tammy) Hazel, Gery (Robyn) Hazel , David Hazel and the late James E. Hazel Jr. Loving grandfather of Christian James Hazel, and step-grandfather of Jazmin and Jordan Tuttle. Dear brother of Marilyn (Robert) Elliot and Janet (Richard) Lefstad. Memorial gathering at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home 2125 West Twelve Mile Road (two blocks West of Woodward Avenue) in Berkley, Wednesday from 6 p.m. until time of Memorial Service at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Share your memories at |
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Harry C. Gladden Sr., age 91, of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord Monday, December 8, 2008, at Hospice House of Holland.  He was a charter member of Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church.  He retired from General Electric and started his own engineering consulting business. Harry loved to sail on Lake Michigan. He was preceded in death by daughters, Ruth White and Jacqueline Udell; and grandchildren, Debbie White and Duane White.  He is survived by his wife, Ruth, of 45 years; and children, Louise and Richard Brownell of Holland, Harry (Bud) and Reanee Gladden Jr. of Holland, Cheryl De Jonge of Zeeland, Bonnie and Randall Lokers of West Olive; son-in-law, Ken Udell of Grand Rapids; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; several nephews and nieces.  A funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 11, 2008               at Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, 3151 North 120th Avenue in Holland.  Reverend John Schleicher will be officiating.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 10, 2008           at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions will be given to Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church – Building Fund.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial .com  for those who cannot attend the services.   |
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Helen F. Sontag |
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., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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Helen R. Shearer, 86, of Stroh, Ind., died Dec. 4, 2008, at home. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday. A committal service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday at the chapel at Elm Ridge Cemetery in Muncie.   |
Herman John Schrauben, Jr., of Portland, age 77, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008., |
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IRONWOOD -- Howard William "Bill" Moore, age 78, died at his home on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008. |
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Howard Ronald Knight, age 52, of Fennville, MI, died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, at Holland Hospital. Born July 28, 1956, in Allegan, MI, he was the son of Howard Vernon and Jacqueline (Stewart) Knight. Howard worked for Michigan Fruit Canners in Fennville as a fork lift driver for many years. He loved to spend time outdoors hunting and fishing, he also loved spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving are his children, Jason and Heather Knight, Matt Knight, and Ann and Joe Schut, all of Fennville; grandchildren, Tyler Schut, Dylan Schut, Ely Schut, and Cory Alsip; parents, Howard Vernon and Jacqueline Knight of Fennville; sisters, Karen and Bill Clark of Fennville and Sharon and Joe Lopez of Holland. He was preceded in death by one brother, Vern Allen Knight; and one grandson, Christopher Alsip Knight. A memorial service will be at 12:00 noon Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008 at  Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville, with visitation from 11:00 a.m. until service time, with Rev. Tom Jeffrey officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Clyde Township Fire Department. An online registry book is available at www.chappellfuneralhome.com.   |
IATONNA ANGELA |
at McFarland Foss Funeral Home, 5401 Schaefer Road, Dearborn, Tuesday 1 -9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Wednesday 10 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church, 5275 Kenilworth with visiting at 9:30 a.m. Entombment at St. Hedwig Mausoleum. Donations requested to Angela Hospice or Alzheimer's Association. |
INFANTINO CARL P |
Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Rosary Wednesday 7 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
JACKSON MICHAEL O'NEIL |
Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11:30 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster, (Ford and Cherry Hill). |
JANICE MARY ANN |
Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Scripture Service 7 p.m. John Molnar Funeral Home, 14032 Northline Road, Southgate. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 4250 W. Jefferson, Ecorse. |
JOLLS SOPHIE STELLA STACHOWICZ |
Affectionately known as Sonia to her family and close friends, passed quietly on 7 December, 2008 at the age of 86. A memorial celebration for both Bob and Sonia will be held sometime in the new year. Sonia was born in Dearborn, Michigan to Polish immigrant parents and was the fourth of five children. She went to work at age 12 after the death of her father, and finished the 10th grade. Sonia worked for the American Ordinance company during WWII, then Cunningham-Limp, and later for the Detroit College of Law, from which she retired as their financial aid officer. Sonia married Robert (Bob) Kingdon Jolls on 26 December, 1950. Married for 58 years, he preceded her in death by one week. Sonia and Bob raised one daughter, Claudia, to whom they imparted their love for life and their sense of humor. Claudia and her husband, Karl Faser, Jr, live and work in Greenville, North Carolina. They treasure the years that they were able to be together with Sonia and Bob as a family in Greenville. Sonia is remembered as a vibrant spirit who fiercely loved life. She was active in school and church, served as a Girl Scout leader, and enjoyed her bowling and sewing. Sonia rejoiced in many things, but particularly her family, friends, home, animals, and laughter. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the caregivers and friends who have supported the Jolls family over these last few years. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sonia's memory may be made to the American Humane Society or the University Health Systems Inpatient Hospice, P.O. Box 6028, Greenville, NC 27834. Online condolences at www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com |
Jamie was born January 3, 1976 in Toledo, Ohio from the union of Michael Jacobs and Anetta (Blake) Jacobs. Jamie attended Erie Mason High School and graduated with the Class of 1994. Jamie married Shelley Bellestri on September 23, 2000. |
Janet L. Herbin, 75, of Ellenton passed away Nov. 27, 2008. She was born in Saginaw. |
Joan Marilyn Conrad Lapeer Joan Marilyn Conrad, age 72, of Lapeer passed away Friday (November 28, 2008). She was born July 10, 1936 in Detroit to Edwin J.G. and Ethel L. (Browne) Link. She married William "Bill" Conrad April 20, 1968 in Davison. Joan graduated from Lapeer High School, class of 1954. She was a secretary for Lapeer Manufacturing Company. Joan was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. She enjoyed wood working and painting. Joan and Bill did everything together, especially traveling. She loved her cats. She is survived by her husband William "Bill" Conrad of Lapeer; daughter, Cindy Jolly; grandchildren, Darcy Jolly and Christopher Jolly; sister, Janet Running of Lapeer; special niece, Vickie Jaje; nephew, Brian Running. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Ethel Link; siblings, Twin, Joyce Field and Claude Link. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association, Suncrest or Trinity United Methodist Church. Funeral s |
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Beardmore, John W. Clinton, MI Age 78, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Arbor Hospice. He was employed by GM and the EPA for many years. A full obituary me be viewed at www. handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
John T. Phillips, age 83, of Gladwin for 26 years and previously of Royal Oak, died Nov. 30, 2008 in Triumph Hospital in Detroit. |
Joseph Petrovish, 98, of Monroe died at 7:17 p.m. Thursday at Tendercare of Monroe. |
Joseph Petrovish, 98, of Petersburg, died at 7:17 p.m. Thursday at Tendercare of Monroe. He had been in poor health for two years. |
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MARSHFIELD, Wis. -- Judith W. (White) Schneck died Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield surrounded by family. She had won her battle against cancer, but her treatments left her susceptible to illness. She died of complications from pneumonia. |
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at church begins at 10:30 a.m. Burial at White Chapel Cemetery. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
KELLER GORDON L |
Friday, December 12, 2008, 4-8 p.m., Gillies Funeral Home, Lincoln, MI. Funeral Saturday 1 p.m. at funeral home. Memorials: Marine Corps League Toys for Tots. (gilliesfuneralhomes.com) |
KLASSEN JOHN D |
Age 80, born in Dearborn, Michigan on May 17, 1928, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Memorial Healthcare. He was predeceased by his wife of fifty years, Virginia Lou (Kerr) Klassen; his son, David in the year 2000; and sister, Joyce Babits during 2006. He is survived by daughter, Lisa F. Klassen-Pakkala (William); and grandchildren, Eero John Pakkala, Kiira Lou Pakkala and Eliel Ross Pakkala; brothers, Ralph C. Hoffman (Beverly), Paul E. Klassen (Runnel); and sister, Mary A. Owen. Also survived by loving companion and travel partner, Ruth S. Shaw of Orange, Mass.; brother-in-law, Roger Bickel; sister-in-law, Joyce Powanda (Robert); and many nieces, nephews, and their families. John was a product of Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn Junior College and Wayne State University. He voluntarily served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Ford in 1988 following thirty-four years of service in materials management. John was a lifetime member of Dearborn F@AM 172, and the Dearborn-Wayne Royal Arch Masons #182, a member of the USS President Hayes Reunion Association, The Detroit Institute of Arts, The National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, Chapter 57 American Legion, Owosso, Michigan, The Troy-Clawson Elks, The Honorary Society of Kentucky Colonels, and a member of the Shellbacks and Ancient Order of the Deep. John played golf throughout his lifetime with anyone who cared to play and was proud of his two holes in one. He enjoyed following his grandchildren's numerous sports activities and they became known as "Poppy's Pak". Since 1998, John has received many personal rewards as a volunteer mentor for reading skills at Owosso Public Schools. John's body has been cremated. Private family services will be held at a later time. A private burial at Acacia Park in Beverly Hills, Michigan will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Owosso Hospice at Memorial Healthcare, 826 W. King Street, Owosso, MI 48867. On-line condolences can be made to the family at www.nelson-house.com |
Kathryn Jean Lesausky, age 54 of Custer, passed away Thursday morning, Dec. 4, 2008 at her home. Kathy was born on May 5, 1954 in Hart to Roy Vincent & Muriel Irene (Brubaker) Feldt and graduated from... |
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Kirk Douglas Anderson, 59, of Dyer, IN, died Tuesday, December 2, 2008. He was born to the late Robert Anderson and Mary Paine in Douglas, MI, January 19, 1949. Kirk graduated from Fennville Public High School in 1967 and from Ferris State College in 1970. Kirk was an excellent manufacturing supervisor for most of his working career. He specialized in lean manufacturing and high performance team building.  He worked diligently and faithfully in supervisory positions for Summit Polymers of Chicago, Spectrum Industries of Grand Rapids, Adac Plastics of Muskegon,  and Donnelly Corporation of Holland. Kirk is survived by two sons, Ryder Anderson of Suttons Bay, MI,  and Ryan Anderson of Kohler, WI. He is also survived by two brothers, Don Dickinson of Tucson, AZ, and Jon Paine of Dallas, TX. A private family memorial service will be held in Fennville.   |
LATELLA ANTHONY S |
Tuesday 3-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd). Funeral Thursday, in state 10 a.m. at St. Louis Catholic Church, 24415 Crocker (btwn. Harper and Metro Parkway) until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. Fr. Dale Redwanski to celebrate. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Tony's honor would be appreciated to the Hematology/Oncology Department at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com |
LEHANE FLORENCE |
Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Wednesday visitation 9 a.m. at the funeral home until 9:30 a.m. prayers, then to St. Colette Catholic Church for her 10 a.m. Mass. Burial at St. Hedwig. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen or the Fr. Solanus Guild in Connie's honor. |
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MERCER, Wis. -- LaVerne H. Hartigan, 88, of Mercer, died Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008, in Mercer. |
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Larry J. Borchardt, 64, of Pittsford, passed away Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008, at his home. He was born May 2, 1944 in Toledo, Ohio to Ernest and Helen (Stibbe) Borchardt. He was married July 10, 1971 to Penny Wilson and she survives. Larry retired from GM’s Delphi Plant in Adrian after 31 years of service. He has resided the majority of his life in the Pittsford area and grew up near Bedford. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. He is a  member of the Hillsdale American Legion and the UAW. Surviving besides his wife Penny are two children, LaWanda Jo Borchardt of Adrian and Waylon Borchardt of Pittsford; two grandchildren, Elizabeth and Gracie Bosquez; a sister, Lela (Paul) Silwester of Ottawa Lake; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Donald and sister Ruth. Funeral services for Larry Borchardt will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Dr. Samuel Wickard officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at the Whiteford Union Cemetery in Monroe County 2:30 p.m. Thursday. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to Hospice of Hillsdale or Liberty Bible Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Lawrence “Larry” F. Nielsen, age 73, passed away Dec. 6, 2008, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo.  He went peacefully with his family by his side. Mr. Nielsen was born in Chicago on May 11, 1935, the only child of Fred and Loretta (Blink) Nielsen.  He grew up attending Catholic Schools. In Chicago, he worked for Vaughn’s Seed Co., where he met his first wife, the former Geraldine Johnson.  They were married  March 19, 1955 at St. Genevieve’s Church in Chicago. He joined the Air Force in 1957 and was stationed in the French Morocco, Libya, Texas, and finally at Nellis Air Force Base near Las Vegas.  He sent for his wife to join him in Vegas where they began to raise a family, their first child being born on base. While in Vegas he worked full time as a drug buyer for McKesson & Robbins and occasionally part time at the Boulder Highway Nursery.  They left Vegas in September 1974 and eventually settled down in Sturgis in June 1975 where he worked as manager for One Hour Martinizing, drove school bus, worked as a school custodian and also at AMF Sturgis Lanes. On Oct. 13, 2000, he married the former Charlotte Selman, who survives. Besides his loving wife of eight years, Charlotte; surviving are his two daughters, Mrs. Eric (Linda) Carr and son Andrew and Mrs. Michael (Rhonda) Parker and sons Eric, Floyd, and Adam; 7 step-children and their families Donna (Rex) Samuels, Kathy (Tammy Taylor) Driame, Norman (Lynette) Merkle, Charlotte Brookman, Donald (Angie) Merkle, Carolyn (Bill) Key and Isaiah Merkle; aunt, Elsie Nielsen of Mountain Home, Ark.; sister-in-law, Joyce Young of Grovertown, Ind., and brother & sister-in-law,  Ron and Diane Johnson of Knox, Ind.  As well as nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Gerry, who died after 44 years of marriage on June 28, 1999. The family  will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Lawrence “Larry” Nielsen will be held at 10 a.m.  Thursday, at the funeral home with Rev. Father Richard Altine, Holy Angels Catholic Church, officiating.  Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery with full military rites conferred by the Capt. John J. Kelley V.F.W. #1355.  Memorial donations may be directed to the Hackman Family Funeral homes to help with funeral expenses.   |
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IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. -- LeRoy Dellies, 82, of Grant Street, Iron Mountain, formerly of Watersmeet, was called home to the Lord on Dec. 2, 2008. His wife of 54 years, Anna, was by his side. |
Leo J. Seidl 1921-2008 Leo Joseph Seidl, 87, Ruth, passed away Friday morning, November 21, 2008 at his residence. He was born February 8, 1921 in Sherman Township, son of the late Peter and Katherine (Poell) Seidl. He married Annabell Artman, January 17, 1949 at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church of Ruth. He was a graduate of the Pumpkin Center School. He farmed with his family in Sherman Township and moved to Ruth in 1986. He was a lifelong parishioner of Sts. Peter & Paul Church. Leo was a former member of the parish council, a member of the parish school board and a member of the cemetery committee. Leo was the former athletic director of the baseball programs at the parish and for the Ruth community. He was a charter member of the Ruth Farm Bureau and a member of the Michigan Milk Producers Association. He enjoyed baseball, pheasant hunting, quilting and visiting with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Annabell, Ruth; four sons, John(Diane), Ruth, Donald (Patti), Lansing, Dennis, Jackson and Gerard (Michelle), Croswell; a daughter, Doris Seidl, Lakeport; ten grandchildren, Sarah Martzke, Nicole Pierce, David Seidl, Jill Seidl, Clint Seidl, Amy Seidl, Brian Seidl, Bradley Seidl, Eric Seidl and Kyle Seidl; great grandchild, Kali Pierce; three brothers, Ted (Carla) Seidl, Ruth, Andrew (Marie) Seidl, Huntington Woods and Frank Seidl, Ferndale. Leo was preceded in death by his infant son, Gerard Joseph; five brothers, Paul, John "Jack", George, Anthony and Joseph and two sisters, Mary Edwards and Elizabeth Forton. Funeral mass was held on Monday, November 24, 2008 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church of Ruth. Rev. Robert Pare, pastor officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly. |
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Leonardine Jackson, 80, of Holland, died Friday, Dec. 5, 2008 at her home. Funeral services are 1 p.m. Saturday at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Visitation is 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. For more information, visit www.lifestorynet.com. |
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Lilas M. Williams, age 91, of Tecumseh passed away Dec. 7, 2008. Lilas was born May 28, 1917, in Tecumseh, the daughter of Floyd and Hazel (Raymond) Welsh. On April 9. 1939, she married Joseph Williams in Adrian. Lilas retired from the Tecumseh Products after many years of service.   Lilas is survived by her children, David (Becky) Williams of Florida, Doris A. (James) Bell of Florida and Jerry Williams of Jackson, Mich.; sister, Rea Edgar of Morenci; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, Joseph, Lilas was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Monday. Condolences to the family may be made on line at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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Lillian E. Scibior, age 95, of Grand Rapids and formerly of Coldwater, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2008, at her home. The service will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008 at 1 p.m. at the Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater, with Fr. Stephen Bartlett from St. Mark’s Episcopal Church officiating. Interment will follow at Mason Cemetery in Coldwater Township. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Lillian was born Aug. 28, 1913 in Penarth, South Wales, Great Britain, to Israel and Emma (Workman) Norman. She married John Scibior in June 1946 in S. Wales, Great Britain. He preceded her in death in 1995. Mrs. Scibior came to Coldwater in 1946 and worked at Southern Michigan Bank and Trust for many years, retiring in 1983. She was a member of the Coldwater Eagles and the Daughters of the British Empire. Lillian enjoyed horse racing, shopping and playing bingo. She also had a great love of animals. Lillian is survived by her son Alan (Carol) Norman of Kentwood; brother Bert Norman of Penarth, S. Wales, Great Britain; sister Mary Jones of Cwm Brayn, S. Wales, Great Britain; grandchildren Steven (Julie) Norman and Heather (Robert) Fritz, all of Grand Rapids; and great-grandchildren Emma and Owen Norman and Ian and Hannah Fritz. In addition to her husband, Lillian was preceded in death by her sisters Eva Evans and Olive Smart. Memorials may be directed to the Branch County Humane Society. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook. |
Linda Sue Hanson, 58, of Petoskey, died at home Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, after a nearly 10-year battle with cancer. |
Lloyd Charles Pendleton, 86, of Brighton, formerly of Monroe, died at 1:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ypsilanti where he was admitted Thursday. He had been in poor health for 6 months and seriously ill the last month. |
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Lottie J. Burch, age 80, died on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008 at Cameron Memorial Community Hospital in Angola, Ind.  Visitation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. at Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Ind. A memorial service will be Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008 at 2 p.m. at the funeral home, with The Rev. Jeff Davis officiating. Burial will be at a later date at Lester Cemetery in Quincy. Lottie was born July 9, 1928 in Inkster, to James and Nellie (Davis) Bell. Lottie married Lawrence E. Burch on May 10, 1947 in Fremont Ind. Lottie graduated from Fremont High School in 1947. She retired from Dana-Weatherhead in Angola after 38 years. Lottie was a member of the Fremont Moose Lodge and the Fremont American Legion Auxiliary. Lottie is survived by three daughters Gloria (Robert) Sowles of Angola, Gail Burch of Quincy and Gena (Terry) Zulch of Edon, Ohio; one son Gary (Carol) Burch of Satellite Beach, Fla.; six grandchildren; and a special friend Elaine Skiles of Quincy. Lottie was preceded in death by her parents, husband, five sisters and two brothers. Memorials may be directed to Project Help, Angola, Ind. Please send condolences online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com. |
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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, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
Louis Roy Mexicott, 89, of Carleton died Saturday December 6, 2008 in Monroe. |
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Louise Bates Farabee, age 97, of Holland, passed peacefully into the arms of her Heavenly Father on Sunday, December 7, 2008, at Lakeside Vista of Holland.  Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Garlin Farabee, in 2006; a daughter, Ivol Lynn Kloote, in 1989; and a son, David A. Farabee, in 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Nicaea "Nish" (Wayne) Overbeek of Holland; her son, Ben (Ann) Farabee of Kiawah Island, South Carolina; her son-in-law, Richard Kloote of Grand Haven; daughter-in-law, Sally Farabee of Holland; grandchildren, Michael (Angela) Overbeek, Matthew (Michelle) Overbeek, Mark Overbeek, Kelly (Scott) Kloote Mingerink, Kevin (Paula) Kloote, Scott (Wendy) Farabee, Julie (Dan) Farabee Carlson, Todd Farabee and his fiancée, Rachel Tater, Molly (Clay) Farabee Davis, Megan (Eric) Farabee Petersen;  great-grandchildren, Luke Overbeek, Logan Overbeek, Nicholas Overbeek, Abigail Overbeek, Brittney Overbeek, Justice Overbeek, Derek Mingerink, Trent Mingerink, Tucker Kloote, Colton Kloote, Bryar Kloote, Charlie Carlson, Andelen Farabee, Kenlin Farabee, and Calla Petersen; sisters-in-law, Mary Sue (John) Parham of Gadsden, Alabama, Betty Daniel of Southside, Alabama, Nell Farabee of Gadsden, Alabama; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-6 p.m. at the Northwood Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave, Holland. The funeral service will be  at 11:00 a.m.  Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at First Baptist Church of Holland,  1066 E. 8th Street. Memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital or Hospice of Holland. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Northwood Chapel, www.lifestorynet\.com.   |
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Louise Marguerite Myers, age 88, formerly of Quincy, died Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility in Coldwater. Louise was born July 31, 1920 in Batavia Township, to Glen L. and Clara H. (Langhor) Brauker. She is survived by two daughters Linda Kiersey of Coldwater and Carol Marteens of Kalamazoo; daughter-in-law Carolyn VanRiper of Quincy; step-daughter Harriet Voisine; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two husbands Rex VanRiper in 1970 and Harry Myers in 1983; one son Larry VanRiper; and three brothers. Funeral services will be held today, Dec. 9 at 4 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with The Rev Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy.  Visitation will take place from 2 p.m. until the 4 p.m. service. Memorials are suggested to Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. |
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Memorial services for Lucile Hodgins will be held on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008, 2 p.m. at the Sylvania United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St., Sylvania, Ohio. Lucile Hodgins, age 86 years, of Blissfield, Mich., died Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, in Flower Hospital. Born Nov. 9, 1922, Lucile Russell married Fred Hodgins on Dec. 4, 1951. An active member of the Lenawee County 4-H for 36 years, she cared for the fairground flowers and was a 4-H Foods Superintendent for a number of years. Lucile was an avid reader and enjoyed canning and freezing, gardening, baking bread, and sewing. Surviving are her loving husband, six children, 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister and two brothers. Those wishing to give memorial contributions are asked to consider the church. |
Lucille Johnson Attica Lucille Johnson, age 87, of Attica, passed away Sunday (November 30,2008) at Lapeer Medical Care Facility. Lucille G. Kowalski was born on January 28, 1921 to Walter and Rose Kowalski. She married James W. Johnson on September 3, 1948 in Detroit. She grew up in Detroit. Lucille was a graduate from Nativity Commercial Catholic High School Class of 1935. She was as a secretary for McCord Corp Mfg. in Detroit for over 25 years. She lived in Attica for over 30 years. Lucille was a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Dryden. She is survived by her daughter, Joan (John) Gibbard of Attica; granddaughters, Linda (Paul) Schneider of Lapeer, Debbie Dame of of Armada, Cindy (Roger) Rainwater of Omaha, Nebraska, and Peggy (Gerald) Schlaud of Columbiaville; great-grandchildren, Mathew Schneider, Andy Schneider, Amanda Dame, Rebecca Dame and Tyler Dame, Jessica Rainwater, Bethany Rainwater and Sammy Schlaud. She was preceded in death by her husband, J |
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MAIURI AMELIA |
Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Twp.), 54880 VanDyke at 25 Mile Rd. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. at SanFrancesco Church, 22870 S. Nunneley until Mass 10:00 a.m. Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com |
MANN JAMES A |
Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 10 a.m. at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). Memorials suggested to Odyssey Hospice. |
MARVIN G LUCILLE |
Age 86. December 7, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Loving mother of Cara (Bob) Gray and Bruce (Anne). Proud grandmother of Alex Marvin, Christian and Bradley Gray and great grandmother of Gabriel, Olivia and Lucas Gray. Private services to be held at a later date. Memorials to the charity of donor's choice appreciated. Arrangements by Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, Royal Oak, 248-541-7000. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com |
MILLAR-WIER MARY ANN |
Age 68 of Dearborn, December 7, 2008. Dear wife of the late William E. Wier. Beloved mother of Mark (Katie) Millar. Funeral service Tuesday December 9, 2008 at 7 p.m. from Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn with visitation from 2:30- 8 p.m. www.querfeldfh.com |
MISTERAVICH FRANK G |
Thursday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Sterling Heights Chapel of E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc. 3801 18 Mile Rd (N.W. corner of 18 and Ryan) Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 a.m. at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. Mr. Misteravich will lie in state at church from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. |
MOREHEAD DR PAMELA A |
Age 57 on December 6, 2008. Loving wife of Greg for 36 years. Treasured mother of Aimee, Patricia and Melisa. Devoted grandmother of 10. Memorial visitation at Arthur J. Van Lerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper (between 12 and 13 Mile Rd.), St. Clair Shores on Thursday 3-6 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to L'anse Cruise Public Schools for Dr. Pamela Morehead Media Center, c/o Graham Elementary School , 25555 Crocker Rd., Harrison Twp, MI 48045. |
MORENO JUANITA |
Wednesday 1-9 p.m. at Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard) Rosary 7:30 p.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. |
MUELLER HEIDI LYNN HILLMAN |
Wednesday 4-9 p.m. and Thursday 10 a.m. until time of Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Abigail B. Mueller Trust-Fund 5th 3rd Bank, Henry Ford Hospital or H.E.L.L.P. Syndrome. www.mccabefuneralhome.com |
MURPHY CLAUDE R JR |
Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Prayers 7 p.m. Wednesday. In state Thursday 8:30 a.m. until 9 a.m. the time of the Funeral Mass at St. Hubert Church, Harrison Township. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com |
A memorial service for Marie I. Podhola, 86, of South Rockwood, who died Nov. 22, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Michigan Memorial Park, Huron Township. Tom Treece of Monroe will officiate. |
Marilyn A. Karg 1942-2008 Marilyn A. Karg, 66, Harbor Beach, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at the Huron Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born on February 26, 1942 in Bad Axe, daughter of the late William and Katherine (List) Kirsch. She married Keith Karg on July 8, 1961 in Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Marilyn was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach. She enjoyed gardening, baking and being with her loving grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Keith Karg, Harbor Beach; two daughters, Cherie (Jim) Goretski, Kinde and Pamela (Scott) Shaw, Troy; mother-in-law, Ada Karg, Harbor Beach; two sisters-in-law, Karen Karg, Bad Axe and Elaine (Larry) Krueger, Southfield; brother-in-law, Fred (Kathy) Karg, Harbor Beach; four grandchildren, Karlie and Nicholas Goretski, Kinde and Alexander and Alyssa Shaw, Troy and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Kenneth Karg; two half-sisters, Lucille Pastor and Isabel Laber and father-in-law, Harry Karg. Services were held on Sunday, November 23, 2008 at Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach. Burial took place in Rock Falls Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Marion L. Landers, 68, of Wolcottville, Ind.,  died Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, at his residence. Mr. Landers lived his life in LaGrange County, and was the owner of CarQuest Auto Parts in LaGrange which he started in 1976.  He was a member of South Milford Church of Christ and the South Milford Lions Club.  He collected and restored antique cars and enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports. Mr. Landers was born on April 23, 1940 in Kendallville, Ind., to Jesse and Geraldine (Leonard) Landers.  On June 12, 1959 he married Wanda Bateman in Wolcottville, Ind.  Mrs. Landers survives in Wolcottville. Also surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Robin and Mike Todd of Wolcottville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Curt and Mary Catherine Landers of Wolcottville, and Jack and Lori Landers of Noblesville, Ind.; nine grandchildren and their spouses, Megan Landers, Morgan Landers, Trent Landers, Molly Landers, Erika Todd, Kati Todd, Jami and Matt Beck, Ashley and Mike Rocchio, and Kyle Landers; his foster parents, Ike and Arlene Dallas of Wolcottville; a sister, Laura Cusick of Waterloo, Ind.; four brothers, Fred Landers of Tampa, Fla., Donald Landers of Corunna, Ind., Raymond Landers of Mancelona, Mich., and Richard Landers; and a foster sister, Elaine Lambright of LaGrange. Preceding him in death were his parents; a granddaughter, Erin Todd; three sisters; and a brother. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at 11 a.m. at South Milford Church of Christ with Rev. Brian Walter and James Mertz officiating.  Burial will be in South Milford Cemetery in South Milford, Ind. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Memorials may be made to Parkview Home Health and Hospice. Condolences may be left for the family at www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com. |
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Marjorie H. Dock, 87, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born Sept., 17, 1921 in Shipshewana, Ind., to Charles H. and Bessie (Rising) Penn. Marjorie was a nurses aide at Three Rivers Hospital for 16 years. She lived and worked for many years in Villa Park, Ill. She was an accountant for Robert Hall and Ovaltine. She was a lifetime member of the First United Methodist Church. Marjorie is survived by a daughter, Sandra L. (Donald) Rentfrow of Kalamazoo; a son, James (Beverly) Dock of Kentfield, California; a son-in-law, Harold A. Bennett of Pittsford; three grandchildren, Lorie  (Kevin J.) Hines of Camden, Nannette L. Bennett of San Rafael, California and Kevin; seven great grandchildren, Jordan, Jessica and Jenna Hines, Samantha, Timothy, Jennifer, Amanda and two other great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Karen K. Bennett; four brothers and three sisters. A memorial service for Marjorie Dock will be held at a later date. There will be no visitation or services at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a donation to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Marlies Garl, 63, of 115 E. Prairie Ave., White Pigeon, Mich., died Dec. 2, 2008, at Goshen General Hospital in Goshen, Ind., after an extended illness. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon where services are at 11 a.m. Friday with Rev. Wilbur Brandli officiating. Memorials may be made to the family. Envelopes are available at the funeral  home. |
Martha Louise (Shellenbarger) Pennington, aged 90, of Lake Odessa, passed away on Sunday evening, Dec. 7, 2008. |
Wysocki, Martha A. Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Wysocki passed away Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Bay Regional Medical Center. Age 77 years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and a complete obituary will be announced in Monday's edition of the paper by the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. |
Mary Sarna |
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 was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
GELLINGS, Maureen Mary - Age 60, of Swartz Creek, died Friday, December 5, 2008 at Genesys Health Park. Services will be held 7:30PM Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. The family will receive friends from 5PM until the time of service. A complete obituary will appear in Monday's paper. |
• Leona McCumber, 83, of Custer, died Saturday, Dec. 6. Stephens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
McKENZIE ROBERT M |
age 64, formerly of Fenton, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, November 30, 2008. Beloved husband of Dora. Dear father of Denise (Mark) Ingerman and Brian. Grandfather of Christopher, Alexander and Ashley. Dear brother of Loren, Lynn, Glenn, Jerry, and the late Denise Burham and Jeffery. Beloved brother-in-law of Bill (Elaine) Furr and Diane (David) Schaffer. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Retired from Ford Motor Company and a life member of S.C.I. You will always be in our hearts. Memorial Service December 13, 2008 at St. Rita in the Desert, Vail, AZ. |
BORRE, Michael C. Of Kalamazoo Passed away suddenly Friday morning, December 5, 2008 from a vehicle accident. Mike was born September 2, 1959, in St. Joseph, Michigan, the son of Mathew and Jean (Chevrie) Borre. He was a graduate of St. Joseph High School and Michigan State University. For the past 23 years, he has resided in the Kalamazoo area. Mike owned and operated Ace Hardware in Portage for 10 years. He was employed by Cardinal Health from 1997 to 2008 and had just started a job with David W Sims Electric. Despite being diagnosed with Parkinson Disease in 1992, Mike had a zest for life and lived each day to the fullest, whether it was traveling to faraway places like Bhutan or sailing in the Chicago-Mackinac Race. He had great passion and respect for the outdoors and treasured hunting and fishing with his many friends and family. Mike's greatest prides were his three children. He spent years coaching and cheering them on in their various sports and interests. He was an avid Michigan State fan, swimming for MSU during his college years. Mike believed strongly in helping others and was a member of several organizations over the years, including Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Timber Ridge Ski Patrol, Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, Portage Soccer Club, Portage Rotary and St. Catherine of Siena Church. Mike will forever be remembered as a devoted and loving husband, father, brother, uncle, son and friend. On August 16, 1986, Mike was united in marriage to the former, Elizabeth Gibson, who survives. Also surviving are his children, Heather, Michael, Jr. and Bridget all at home; his parents, Mathew and Jean Borre of St. Joseph; his siblings, Mary Ann (Joe) Pater, Chip Borre and Steve (Michele) Borre all of St. Joseph; several nieces and nephews and an uncle, Jim (Faith) Borre of Naples, FL. He is also survived by several brothers and sisters-in-law, James Gibson (Prisca), John Gibson, Gaynor (Marc) Eisenberg, Rheuben (Brittany) Gibson and mother-in-law, Ann Gibson of Ohio. The family will receive friends on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th Street. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11:00 AM Tuesday at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church (1150 W. Centre Ave). Memorials in Mike's memory may be directed to Borre Family Memorial Fund, c/o Huntington Bank, Centre Ave., Portage, MI 49024. Please go to www.langelands.com for online obituary, register book and condolences. |
Mildred Mae Osborne Fruik Anderson Saturday, December 6, 2008 1:11 PM |
BERGLAND, Mich. -- Mildred Mae Osborne Fruik Anderson, 92, of Bergland, died on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, at Gogebic Medical Care Facility in   Wakefield. She was called home just 10 days before her 93rd birthday. |
PHELPS SR RUTH (MERCILYN) I H M |
Tuesday 2-7:30 p.m. at the I.H.M. Motherhouse Chapel in Monroe, MI, with Prayers at 3 p.m. and Funeral Services on Wednesday 10 a.m. Memorials to the I.H.M. Retirement Fund. Arrangements by the Rupp Funeral Home, (734) 241-9300. |
PHILKA LAURA |
Beloved wife of the late David Philka. Dear mother of Marshall (the late Barb) Philka and Jeffrey (Gabriele) Philka. Loving grandmother of Rachel, Matthew, Jordan, and Andrew Philka. Devoted sister of Marilyn (the late Larry) Crantz and the late Freida Daskal and the late Dorothy Zimmelman. Dearest aunt of Deborah (Dr. Barry) Wiss, Jackie (Dr. Mark) Kay, Melinda (Uri) Shemesh and David (Tamara) Crantz. Also survived by many other loving nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. SERVICES TODAY, 11 A.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE AARON MOSHE CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com. |
PICONE ROSE |
will be Tuesday, from 5-8 p.m., with a Vigil Service at 7:30 p.m. at the Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Braun Chapel, Brooklyn, Michigan. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Rita's Catholic Church. Memorial donation may be given to the Humane Society. Envelopes are available at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Braun Chapel, 137 S. Main St., Brooklyn, Michigan. |
POKORNY PAUL H D D S |
December 6, 2008, age 55. Beloved husband of Rita for 32 years. Dear father of Donald (Marci) and Aaron (Monica). Loving grandfather of Michael, David, and Jack. Son of Patricia and the late Donald. Brother of Valerie Pokorny and Patrice DuFour Sullivan (Kevin). Son-in-law of Ann and the late Raymond Vart. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and many loving friends. Family will receive friends Wednesday 2-8 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Funeral Service Thursday 10:30 a.m. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 37425 Woodward, Bloomfield Hills. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
PREBOLA ROBERT A |
December 8, 2008. Beloved husband of Dolores M. Dear mother of David R. (Kitty), Donald J. (Donna), Jane M. (Charles) Brooks and Robert A. (Lee Ann). Brother of Patricia Scalzo, William , Gerald and the late Andrew. Also survived by 11 grandchildren. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Trail) Wednesday 1-9 p.m. Rosary Wednesday 7 p.m. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. at St. Bernardine of Siena Catholic Church, 31463 Ann Arbor Trail (at Merriman Rd) until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at griffinfuneralhome.com. |
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Patricia J. Fergeson, age 73, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Monday morning, Dec. 8, 2008, at the Deer Country Adult Foster Care home in Burr Oak. She was born Nov. 10, 1935, in Cherokee County, S. C., a daughter of the late David and Minnie (Duckett) Bridges. Pat’s early life was spent in Greenville, S. C. Following her marriage she moved to Sturgis where she resided for over 50 years. From 1982-2000 she had lived and worked in Colorado, New Mexico and Alaska. On August 31, 1954, she married Paul Douglas Fergeson in Greenville, S. C. He died Dec. 24, 1972. Following Mr. Fergeson’s death she married Dr. Donald Hardy. This marriage ended in divorce. One of Pat’s greatest enjoyments was helping others through her nursing career which began at Glen Oaks Community College where she received her degree as a LPN. She continued her education at Mesa College in Grand Junction, Colo., where she became an RN and also received her master’s degree in nursing. She truly loved being a nurse and had been employed at the Sturgis Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction. Following her obtainment of her master’s degree, she became a government nurse and lived and worked on the Navaho Indian Reservation in Crown Point, N. M. She later was promoted and moved to the Indian Reservation at Dillingham, Alaska where she was the head nurse in the emergency room. She was also the flight nurse for the medical helicopter between Dillingham and Anchorage, Alaska. Patricia’s favorite hobby was buying and selling antiques at auctions and flea markets all over the country. She also loved to travel and enjoyed the outdoors. Surviving are one daughter, Joyce (Gene) Yoder of Sturgis; one son, Paul Fergeson of Sturgis; five grandchildren, Gena (Andrew) Lytle of Phoenix, Ariz., Garrett Fergeson of Sturgis, Taya Fergeson of Sturgis, Jason Fergeson of Grand Junction, Colo., and Shena (Mike) Kimes of Sturgis; a sister, Wanda Hawkins of Greenville, S. C., and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband; one son, David Fergeson; a sister, Frances Semones; and a brother, Thomas Bridges. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Mrs. Fergeson will than be transported to the Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, 639 N. Main St., Greenville, South Carolina 29602 where the family will receive friends from 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Saturday. Funeral services will begin at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will follow the service at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Greenville, S.C. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Fergeson’s memory consider the Deer Country Adult Foster Care Home, 31550 Townline Rd., Burr Oak, MI 49030 or the Hospice organization of one’s choice. Envelopes are available at the funeral homes. Her obituary is also at www.legacy.com. |
Patrick H. Norton, 86, of Colfax, North Carolina, passed away after a short illness on Wednesday evening, December 4, 2008, at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, in Greensboro, North Carolina. |
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Philip Barrows Jr., 47, of Howe, Ind., passed away Friday afternoon Dec. 5, 2008, in Colon Township due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born April 2, 1961, in Sturgis, Mich., a son to Philip and Jaqueline (Johnson) Barrows Sr. Philip was a lifelong resident of Howe, Ind. He had been employed by Patrick’s Cabinet Factory in Elkhart, Ind. for 23 years and had also worked for seven years at the Super Value Store in Orland, Ind. He enjoyed bahaing and spending time with his children. Philip is survived by his parents, Philip and Jaqueline Barrows of Orland, Ind.; one daughter, Heather Barrows; two sons, Eric Barrows and Ryan Barrows all of Howe, Ind.; one sister,  Diana (Richard) Cruea of Howe, Ind.; his loving companion, Barb Swartz of Howe, Ind; his former wife, Marsha Barrows of Howe, Ind.; five nieces; four great nieces; one great-nephew and several cousins. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Philip Barrows, Jr. will be held at 11a.m. Tuesday at the Sturgis Salvation Army 105 N. Fourth St, Sturgis. Captain William Bruebaker and Pastor Brent Danielson will officiate. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Philip’s memory consider the Sturgis Salvation Army, 105 N. Fourth St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.Legacy.com.   |
RADKE MICHAEL W |
at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home 8459 Hall Rd. (3 blks. E. of Van Dyke) Utica Tuesday 3-8 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. In state Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Kieran Church 53600 Mound Rd. (btwn 24-25 Mile) Shelby Twp until time of Mass 11 a.m. Family request donations sent to Capuchin Retreat, PO Box 396, Washington, MI, 48094. Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com |
RAPANOTTI ETHEL I |
Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12½ Mile Road). Ethel will lie in state Wednesday at 10 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ronald Catholic Church. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com. |
REUTER ROSE MARY BERNICE |
2-9 p.m. Friday at Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke with an Eastern Star service at 7 p.m. In state 10 a.m. Saturday at First English Evangelical Lutheran Church until 11 a.m. time of service. Burial White Chapel Cemetery. Memorial donations to above church appreciated at 800 Vernier, Grosse Pte. Woods, MI 48236. |
RICE HELEN F (NEE BARR) |
age 88, passed away November 12, 2008 at her home in Jupiter, Florida. Mrs. Rice lived in the Jupiter area for the past two years, relocating from Grosse Pointe Woods, MI. Mrs. Rice was the beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Rice, dear mother of Nancy (James) Dee, Arlene (John) Lewis, Kenneth (Leslie) Rice, and Carolyn (Donald) Darling. Loving grandmother of Jennifer (Eric) Holdt, Kieran Dee and Ryan Dee, John Lewis, Melanie (Colin) Darke and Maureen Lewis, Carly (John) Rejc and Aaron Rice, Philip (Katherine) Darling, Adam Darling and Casey Darling. Proud great-grandmother of James and Delaney Holdt and Lindsay Darke. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church, 157 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms at 12:00 noon on Saturday, December 13, 2008. Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 1450 Centrepark Blvd. Suite 210, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. |
Reatha E. Lawrence 1915-2008 Reatha E. Lawrence, Sebewaing, 92, died Monday, November 24, 2008 at her home following a lengthy illness. She was born November 25, 1915 in Elkton, MI, daughter of the late Peter and Flora (Parker) Kivel. She was united in marriage to Frank D. Lawrence on April 13, 1955 in Norwich, Conn. Reatha had been employed in Connecticut for several years in shoe and curtain manufacturing plants before moving to Sebewaing in 1968. She sold Avon products in Sebewaing for 20 years. She was a member of the Community of Christ Church in Bay Port. She and Frank enjoyed traveling and camping for many years. She is survived by her husband, Frank, Sebewaing; one son, Gerald (Ann) Bursick, Higgins Lake; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Jack Bursick; three brothers, Orville, Oscar and William Kivel; four sisters, Doris Dickinson, Helene Mendel, Frieda Eschand Janet Kivel. Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 29, 2008 at the Community of Christ Church in Bay Port. Elder Kathy Swartzendruber and Elder Carol Brown officiated, with burial taking place in the Silverlawn Cemetery in Sebewaing. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Community of Christ Church in Bay Port or the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Regina M. Letanofsky, 93, a lifelong resident of Ironwood, died early Sunday morning, Nov. 30, 2008, in Ironwood. |
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Reyes G. Renteria, 31, of Holland, died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008.  Arrangements will be announced by the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. Holland.   For more information, www.notierverleelangeland.com. |
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Rita J. Wells, age 58, of Jimmerson Lake, Fremont, Ind., died on Monday, Dec. 8, 2008 at her home.  Visitation will be held at Beams Funeral Home  in Fremont, Ind. on Thursday, Dec.11, 2008 from 5-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, Dec.12, 2008 at 11 a.m., where Father Fred Pasche will officiate. Cremation will take place after services. |
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Robert C. Yarger, age 95, of Eagle Harbor, Mich., formerly of Addison, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, at the home of his son, Olin Yarger, in Mohawk, Mich. He was born on Jan. 25, 1913, in Erie, Mich., to Charles and Mary (Schlesselman) Yarger. He married Genevieve E. Wagner on June 29, 1932, in Monroe, Mich., and she preceded him in death on Nov. 24, 1996. He was raised in the Erie, Mich., area  He graduated from Monroe High School in 1931. He farmed most of his life, and he also worked for the Michigan State Highway Department for 10 years. He was a member of the Addison United Church and former member of the Addison Kiwanis Club. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and bowling. Surviving are two sons, Chester B. (Jean) Yarger of Manitou Beach, Olin B. Yarger of Mohawk, Mich.; six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Genevieve, two sons, Orville and Charles Yarger, and one infant daughter.   Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008,  at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Will Snyder and Pastor Ivan Nieswender officiating. Burial will take place in Union Cemetery in Erie, Mich. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Addison United Church or to Keweenaw Hospice in Calumet, Mich. |
Robert J. Muehleise, 84 years, of Temperance, MI, died Saturday December 6, 2008 in his home. |
Robert J. Muehleise, 84 years, of Temperance, MI died Saturday December 6, 2008 in his home. |
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Robert Keith Fuller, 70, of Litchfield Township, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at home. Born April 23, 1938 in Sauk County, Wis., he was the son of Lloyd and Gladys (Snyder) Fuller.  Robert was a truck driver and enjoyed working and tinkering in his garage.  He also loved frequent dining at Spangler’s Hilltop Restaurant in Jonesville. Survivors include his wife, Pearl (Pudil), whom he married June 5, 1973; seven daughters, Bonnie of Wisconsin, Sherry Pudil of Montgomery, Tracy (Todd) Butcher of Quincy, Linda Taber of Montgomery, Jodie Mullins of Coldwater, Sheila Strait of North Adams, Yvonne Copus of Reedsburg, Wis.; one son, Keith Fuller of Wisconsin; two sisters, Ethel Mobley and Mary GoBell, both of Reedsburg; one brother, Lloyd Fuller, Jr. of Baraboo, Wis.; numerous grandchildren, including Brittany Butcher; and several great-grandchildren. His parents; one daughter, Lisa Hayslip; and grandson, Andrew preceded him in death. There will be no visitation or service. Arrangements are by George White Funeral Home, Litchfield. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society. |
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Roger D. Blay, 64, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 at his home. He was born Feb. 11, 1944 to Douglas and Joan (West) Blay. He was married Nov. 8, 2002 to Denise Henderson and she survives. Besides his wife, Denise, Roger is survived by two daughters, Lisa Ann Blay of Detroit and Joann Blay; two sons, Roger Dale Blay Jr. of Detroit and Robert (Stephanie) Blay of Ashley, Ind.; a stepson, Lonie Dean Barnett II of Hillsdale; three sisters, Janice, Debbie and Tina; two brothers, Doug and Roy; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Judy. A memorial gathering for Roger D. Blay will be held on from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008 in the second floor community room at Hillsdale Place, 32 E. Carleton in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the family of Roger D. Blay. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Roger R. Hopson 1958-2008 Roger Richard Hopson, 49, Coopersville, died Thursday, November 13, 2008 in Muskegon Hospital. He was born in Lansing on December 5, 1958 to Richard and Caroline (Holcroft) Hopson. He graduated from Muskegon High School and from the University of Michigan engineering school. Roger was the founder and past owner of Enviromental Operations Inc. in St. Louis. He traveled extensively and will be greatly missed. Roger was preceded in death by his father, Richard Hopson; grandparents, Julie and Curtis Hopson and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hospson. He is survived by his mother, Caroline (Emil) Milas, Muskegon, Sharilyn Jane Hopson, Calif.; aunts and uncles, Judy (Clare) McArthur, Twida, Nancy (Larry) Braak, Grand Haven, John (Joyce) Hopson, Muskegon, Susan (Bob) Oakes, Harbor Beach and Jim Holcroft, Calif.; several cousins, including a special friend and buddy, John (Sandy) Hopson, Muskegon. Memorials may be given to his cousin's Tom Braak Project, Faith in Action International, P.O. Box 171, Spring Lake, MI 49456. Please visit |
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Ronald Barnard Fostoria Ronald Barnard, age 74, of Fostoria died Wednesday (December 3, 2008) at home. Ronald was born February 16, 1934 in Cass City to Byron and Marcella Mae (Deneen) Barnard. He loved hunting, woodworking and his grandchildren. He is survived by his children, Michael (Michelle) Barnard of Fostoria, Steven (Debra) Barnard of Kentwood, Sharon (William) Stoolmaker of Flushing, Lori (Andrew) Mead of Mayville, Ronald K Barnard of Fostoria, Wendi Hollister of Otter Lake, Kerri J. Barnard of Finland; brothers, Robert and Roy; sisters, Shirley Staley and Charlotte Wurm; 20 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren; many loving nieces and nephews, also numerous friends who will miss him very much. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; parents, Byron and Marcella; sister-in-law, Mary Barnard and brother-in-law, Mike Wurm. Suggested memorials may be made to the Family Discretionary Fund. Visitation with the family will be 12 noon Sunday (December 7, 20 |
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Rosemary E. Ewen, age 82, of LaSalle, formerly of Toledo, Ohio, died November 27, 2008 at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
Ruth L. LaFeve, 89, of Harrison, Michigan, formerly of Monroe County, who died on Dec. 3 in Roscommon Township, was preceded in death by a sister, Doris Warner. |
Ruth L. LaFeve, age 89, of Harrison, Michigan, formerly of Monroe County, died on December 3, 2008 in Roscommon Township, Michigan. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Carleton Chapel on December 5, 2008 from 1 to 9 PM. |
SANDERS MADELINE B |
Fred Wood Funeral Home (Rice Chapel), 36100 Five Mile Road (one mile W of Farmington Rd.) Wednesday 12-9 p.m. In state Thursday, Ward Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, (West of Haggerty) Northville 10:00 a.m. until time of service 11:00 a.m. |
SIMONDS OLIN WILLIAM JR |
"BILL" Age 81, of Starkville, MS, formerly of Romulus and Belleville, MI. Passed December 5, 2008 in Starkville, MS. Beloved husband of Dot Carlisle Simonds. Dear father of Phillip (Ellen) and Tom (Susan) Simonds, Judy (Dick) Shafer, Lynn (Jim) Conway and Toni (Gary) Micik. Beloved grandfather of 11 and great-grandfather of four. Two stepsons, Tommy (Becky) and Danny (Debbie) Carlisle. Also survived by eight sisters and one brother. He was preceded in passing by his parents, Olin W. Sr. and Ellen K. (Miller) Simonds, wife of 50 years, Catherine Marie (Herndon) Simonds and three brothers. Owner/operator of Bilmar's Supermarket located in Romulus, 1975-1985. Service Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at Crane Funeral Home, 36885 Goddard Rd., Romulus, MI (734) 941-9200 where friends may call on Tuesday from 1:00-8:00 p.m., Wednesday 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. www.cranefuneralhome.net |
SLAGLE RICHARD L |
at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 West Twelve Mile Road (two blocks west of Woodward Avenue) in Berkley, 4-9 p.m. Tuesday. Scripture service 7:00 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association. Share your memories at www.sawyer-fuller.com |
SOLD GEORGE AUGUST |
November 27, 2008, age 89, of Troy. Director of Employment at Detroit Edison Company. He was a Major with the U.S. Army during WW II. Husband of Elizabeth (nee: Clise) for 67 years. Father of Charles and the late Michael and Sharon. Grandfather of Jeffrey, Megan, and Caroline. Father-in-law of Steven Agase. Memorial Mass Thursday, 11 a.m. at St. Thomas More Church, 4580 N. Adams Road, Troy. Inurnment with Military Honors at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan. A. J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2500. Memorial Tributes to City of Hope, or Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
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IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Saima Walkonen, 83, longtime resident of Ironwood Township, died peacefully on Monday morning, Dec. 1, 2008, surrounded by her family in Marquette. |
Monroe, Mich. - Sister Eleanor Sekol, IHM, 80, died Wednesday, Dec. 3, at St. John Hospital in Detroit. Sister Eleanor was one of eight children, three girls and five boys, of John and Marie (Fouchey) Sekol. She was born Oct. |
Monroe, Mich. - Sister Ruth Phelps, IHM, 94, died Friday, Dec. 5, in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe, Mich. She has been under Mercy Memorial Hospice Care of Monroe. |
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Sister Ann Schafer, formerly known as Sister Mary Catherine Schafer, died on Dec. 4, 2008, at her residence at 17807 Stone Ave. North, Seattle, Wash. She was 69 years of age and in the 46th year of her religious profession: 41 years in the Dominican Sisters of Edmonds and five years in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Ann was born in Hoquiam, Wash., to Gerald and Ann Vance (Apple) Schafer. Sister graduated from Weatherwax High School in Aberdeen, Wash., and received a Bachelor of Education Degree from Seattle University in Seattle, Wash., a Master of Arts Degree in Library Science from the University of Washington in Seattle, Wash., and a Bachelor of Music from Marylhurst College (University) in Marylhurst, Ore. Sister spent 43 years ministering in education in Seattle, Wash. She taught one year at Holy Angels High School in Seattle. She spent 42 years teaching at St. Luke School in Seattle. From 1968 to 1978 she taught not only music in the school, but also did the parish music. Sister Ann is survived by a brother, Ralph Schafer of Ramona, Calif., and a sister, Judith Vore of Granville, Ohio. A Vigil Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, at St. Luke Church in Shoreline, Wash. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered at St. Luke Church at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. in Calvary Cemetery, Seattle, Wash. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Hoffner, Fisher & Harvey Funeral Home of Seattle. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221. |
Stephen Horvath, 53, of Milan, died Thursday. Services pending at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan. |
Steve Kuti was born January 5, 1939 in Rabapatona, Hungary to the union of Istvan Kuti and Gizella (Bencze) Kuti. Steve left Hungary during the Revolution in 1956. He joined the United States Army and was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division. |
Susan D. Kapuscinski, 42, of Grand Rapids and formerly of Belding, died Saturday morning Dec. 6, 2008 at home under the loving care of her family and Hospice. |
TALEVSKI GEORGI PAVLE |
Monday 4-9 p.m. and Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with a Molitva Service at 6:30 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. for a 10 a.m. Service at Nativity of the Virgin Mary Macedonian Orthodox Church, 43123 Ryan Road, Sterling Heights, MI. |
THIEL FRANCES C (NEE MARSACK) |
Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and Thursday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Son, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Funeral Mass Friday, in state 9:30 a.m. at St. Paul on the Lake, 157 Lakeshore Dr., Grosse Pointe Farms until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Interment St. Paul Cemetery, Grosse Pointe Farms. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
THOMAS LOREN LANE CROSWELL Thomas Loren Lane, age 47, of Croswell, formerly of Caro, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Covenant Cooper in Saginaw. He was born on April 5, 1961 in Saginaw to Warner Lane and the late Shirley (Thorndike) Lane. He was a Caro High School graduate and received an Associates Degree in Applied Science and Business Management from Delta College. On May 31, 1997 Tom was united in marriage with the former Penny Carson in Caro at his parent's home. He loved the out-of-doors where he camped and fished with his friends and family. Tom is survived by his wife, Penny Lane; seven children, Nathaniel Lane and Katie Lane of Bay City, Chad Hunter of Lansing, Ryan Hunter-Hampton and partner, Ian Haley, of Clio, Jennifer (Alan) Brosky of Palatka, Florida, Shawn Hunter of Dayton, Ohio and Nathaniel Hunter of Palatka, Florida; his grandchildren, Savannah and Lauren; his father, Warner Lane of Caro; two siblings, Nancy (Rodney) Wilson of Millington and James (Jo Anne) Lane of Caro; his mother-in-law, Marline Carson of Sandusky; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, John Carson of Sandusky and Lori Zeig of Port Huron; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Lane. The funeral service was held at the Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Pastor James Bruner officiating of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Millington. Burial was at the Indianfields Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Thomas L. Lane family discretionary fund, c/o Penny Lane, 4055 Black River Rd., Croswell, Michigan 48422. Arrangements made by Collon Funeral Home, Inc., Caro. |
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Timothy A. Warriner, 52, of Hillsdale, passed away, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at his home. He was born Dec. 5, 1955, in Toledo, Ohio, to Richard and Colleen (Houseknecht) Warriner. Tim was a self employed construction worker and home builder and a resident of this area all his life. Surviving is a brother, Doug (Martha) Warriner of Hillsdale. He is also survived by two nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Gretchen and a brother William. Memorial services are being planned for a later date. There will be no visitation or calling hours at this time.  Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. |
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KINGSLEY — Marc Thomas Zolikoff, 37, of Kingsley, died after being struck by a car in Gaylord on Dec. 2, 2008.Marc leaves behind four wonderful children: Brandon (16), Cameron (12), Nathan (9), and Alison (7). He also leaves behind his mother, Dylene; sister, Natasha; brother, Mik; and his girlfriend, Tara, and her five children.Marc worked exceptionally hard his entire life and loved being around friends and family, which was an important part of his life. He always tried to make everyone around him happy. Like many of us, Marc struggled to do the best he could with what life had to offer him. We can ask for no more from Marc in death than we can from ourselves in life.Let Marc help us remember that life is short and we must always tell others that they are loved and wanted, regardless of the circumstances. It is our hope that you read this and tell those in your life that they are loved as much as we love Marc.Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, at Immanuel Baptist Church on McRae Hill Road in Traverse City.Contributions will be appreciated to the Vanya and Marc Zolikoff Memorial Scholarship Fund at Kingsley Schools in Kingsley.We will always love and miss you, Marc and Vanya. Rest in peace. |
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at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. To share a memory, visit www.bcfh.com |
WICINSKI ROBERT A |
Age 56. December 8, 2008. Brother of Marlene Summer, Thomas Wicinski, and Daniel "Logan" Thorne. Dear uncle of Zachary. Son of the late Walter and Eleanor Wicinski. Memorial Mass Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Athanasius Catholic Chruch (18720 13 Mile Rd., between Kelly Rd. and Groesbeck). Arrangements by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. |
WILLIAMS ROSEMARY |
78, Canadian Lakes, formerly of Farmington Hills, December 05, 2008. Beloved mother of Leslie (Alan) Weirmeir of Novi; loving grandmother to Jonathan Weirmeir; sister of Irene Miller, Dorothy Garavaglia, and Richard Frederick; aunt to many. Preceded by sisters Margaret McNabb and Eleanor Candler, and brothers Robert and Harry Frederick. Services 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 13, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 201 Elm, Northville. |
WISNIEWSKI STEFAN |
Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (N.W. corner of 18 and Ryan). Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Czestochowa Catholic Church. Mr. Wisniewski will lie in state at church from 10 a.m. until time of Mass. |
White, Warren C. "Duke" Midland, Michigan Mr. White, age 85 years, completed his "Journey to Heaven" peacefully at home on Saturday, December 6, 2008 surrounded by his family. At a young age his family moved to Berkley Michigan where he attended the National Shrine of the Little Flower grade school and graduated from St. Mary's high school in Royal Oak. Duke married the love of his life in 1952 at the National Shrine of the Little Flower Catholic Church. The family resided in the Detroit area until they moved to Midland in 1968. Duke worked at Lee Laundry until 1977 at which time he purchased Roth Cleaners in Bay City. Duke's family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 9, 2008, at the Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Home, 1200 West Wheeler Street in Midland, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., with a Vigil for the Deceased at 7:00 p.m. The funeral liturgy will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 10, 2008 from Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 3109 Swede Avenue at Ashman Street in Midland. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. A prayer service will be held 11:30 a.m. on Thursday at the National Shrine of the Little Flower Catholic Church, 2100 W. 12 Mile Road at Woodward Avenue in Royal Oak, with interment to follow at Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley, MI. There will be no visitation prior to the prayer service. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider donations to Blessed Sacrament Church, the American Diabetes Association, or Midland Community Cancer Services. You may view the complete obituary and send personal condolences at waresmithwoolever.com Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors Midland, Michigan |
William Kenneth Vance, 79, of Saline, died Tuesday. Visitation will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan, from noon until 2 p.m. Friday where services are pending. |
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William “Bill” H. Phelps, 63, of Irons, formerly of Holland. died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008 after a car crash in Grand Rapids. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War as a medic.  Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Visiting is 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at funeral chapel. For more information, visit www.lifestorynet.com. |
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Wyla Brown, 79, of Adrian and formerly of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008, at her home. She was born Aug. 18, 1929, in Adrian, to Vern and Pearl (Shewman) Carr. She married Donald L. Brown Oct. 18, 1947, in Adrian, and he preceded her in death April 15, 1986. Wyla worked at many places and was most recently employed at Kustom Fit in Pioneer, Ohio and Fairway in Hillsdale. She was a very lucky avid bingo player and was always willing to help her family and friends. Surviving Wyla are nine daughters, Diana (Gary) Howard, Kathy (Terry) Ragless and Becky Smith all of Adrian, Jane (Nevarrow) Black of Hillsdale, Robin (Doyle) Pike and Jennifer (Don) Thompson of Morenci, Dawn Smith of Ransom, Joann (Ed) Frazer of West Unity, Ohio and Tina Clement of Hudson; three sons, Don Brown Jr. and Dan Brown of Hillsdale and Tom (Melissa) Brown of Jonesville; 29 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and one brother, Donald Carr of Florida. Wyla was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one daughter, Rose McMichael; one son, Ronald Brown; one granddaughter, Kate Lynn Brown; one great-grandson, Braxton Lynn Pike; two sisters, Rozella Kerr and Gertrude Tanner; five brothers, Paul, Henry, George, Raymond and Vern Carr and two sons-in-law, Ken Smith and Doug Clement. Funeral services for Wyla will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Interment will follow in Waldron Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to the family. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
ZACHMANN MARILYN E |
Age 81. December 7, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Ervin. Loving mother of Friedrich (Patricia), Kurt (Nancy), Nancy Davis and Ervin (Deborah). Proud grandmother of five and great grandmother of three. Service Wednesday 1 p.m. at the White Chapel Cemetery mausoleum in Troy. Memorials to the Alzheimer's Association appreciated. Arrangements by Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, Royal Oak, 248-541-7000. Share your memories at |
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Zora E. Pyne, 84, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2008, at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born Sept.1, 1924 in Scipio Township to Edward and Christena (Dow) Smith. She was first married to Keith Flint, he preceded her in death. She later married Henry Pyne and he preceded her in death in 1993. Surviving are three daughters, Beverly Peiffer of Sarasota, Fla., Ruth (Larry) Merillat of Osseo and Linda Compton of Osseo and her companion Andy Welden of Jonesville; four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, three stepgreat-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and a brother, Rex (Jere) Smith of Osseo. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, two sisters and three brothers. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Interment will take place at a later date at Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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