ALBERT L. MCCOON MARLETTE Albert L. McCoon passed away peacefully among family and friends Thursday, December 18, 2008 at Marlette Hospice House. He was born August 18, 1929 in Fairgrove, son to the late James B. and Edith (Sangster) McCoon, and lived in Marlette since early childhood. He was a life-long resident of Tuscola County. He married Naomi Crisan on his birthday, August 18, 1951 in Bad Axe and they raised five wonderful children. They owned and operated a dairy farm in the Marlette area and were members of the Tuscola County Retarded Children's Association. He drove bus for Marlette Schools for over 30 years and also drove for the Marlette Athletic teams for most of that time. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. He is survived by his sons; Robert McCoon of Davie, Florida, Donnie McCoon of Marlette and Allen McCoon of Marlette, daughter; Deborah (Don) Bonwell of Rogers, Arkansas, grandchildren; Chase and Kendra Bonwell of Rogers, Arkansas and Tony Bonwell of Warren, Michigan, sisters; Linda Gomes of Marlette, Carole Dalrymple of Flint, Sister-in-law; Johanna McCoon of Marlette and many special nieces and nephews. Albert was preceded in death in October by his wife of 57 years, Naomi his daughter; Janet, his parents, his brothers; Robert and Jack McCoon and sister Joyce Cook. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette with Pastor Hubert Howell officiating. Internment was held in Siple Cemetery, Marlette, MI. Donations made be made to the Family or Marlette Hospice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. www.marshfuneral.com |
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ARDATH E. MALTBY MARLETTE Ardath E. Maltby, age 96, of Marlette, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 21, 2008 at Marlette Extended Care Facility in Marlette. Mrs. Maltby lived in Marlette with her daughter Joan and was previously from the Flint area. She was born August 12, 1912 in Reed City, daughter to the late Louis and Betsy (McLachlan) McDonald. She married John McKay in 1935 who was an instructor at GMI for 20 years, he died in 1967. She then married Earl Maltby in 1974. He was a CPA at Dupuis & Ryden for 35 years and he died in 1993. Ardath was an elementary principal in the Flint School District for 29 years, retiring in 1974. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Michigan Retired School Personnel and Community Presbyterian Church in Flint. She enjoyed reading , gardening and most of all, her family. She is survived by her daughter; Joan Jensen of Marlette, son; Charles (Sandra) McKay of Swartz Creek, brother; Eldon (Elayne) McDonald of Kaleva, 4 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, brother Donald McDonald and sisters; Katherine Williams and Alta Shore. Ardath had a beautiful Christian life, full of sunshine and cheer, dispensing comfort and consolation wherever she went. She will be greatly missed by all who were privileged to know her. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Marlette First Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Chris Wolf officiating. Memorials may be donated to Marlette First Presbyterian Church or American Diabetic Association. Special thanks to Marlette Extended Care Facility and staff. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. (989) 635-3658. www.marshfuneral.com |
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Allen M. Johnson, 68, of Monroe, died at 7:53 a.m. Thursday in the emergency room at Mercy Memorial Hospital. He had been ill for six years. |
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WAUSAU, Wis. -- Arlene Marie DeRosso died unexpectedly Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008, at her home in Wausau. |
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Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 2-8 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI. Funeral Mass Wednesday, January 7, 2009, in state 11 a.m. with Mass at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Refuge Parish, 3750 Commerce Road, Orchard Lake, MI. |
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Betty I. Harris, 67, of Gorham St., Morenci, died Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, at her home. She was born Oct. 8, 1941, in Medina Township, to Herbert D. and Helen Mae (Eichler) Bryan.  Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Eagle Funeral Home - Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with Pastor Robert Hicks officiating.  Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to Great Lakes Hospice.  Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
CHERNY SEYMOUR |
Beloved husband of Karen. Dearest son of Chaja "Ida" and the late Sigmund. Loving father of Shanon (Fred) Stibor, Mindy (Jim) Schneider and Kimberly Cherny. Dearest brother of Harold (Flora), Frances (Jeffrey) Israel and Sandi (Joel) Felsenfeld. Loving grandfather of Brendan Schneider and Luke Stibor. Also survived by many loving close family, friends and dogs, Shayna and Roxie. Services Monday, 11 a.m. at Hebrew Memorial Chapel. Interment Beth Moses Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, (248) 543-1622., 2 guest book messages |
COLLINS BOBBIE JEAN |
Monday 6-9 pm and Tuesday 1-9 pm. Interment Knollwood Memorial Park. |
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January 3, 2009, age 89, of Westland. Beloved husband of the late Vera. Dear father of Fred (Janet), Don (Freda), Ken (Therese), Cindy (Mark), Bill (Jeannie), Bruce (Cyndi), and Robert (Christine). Also survived by sister, Barbara (Bill) Mulligan, 18 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and three great-great- grandchildren. Service Tuesday 11:30 a.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood, Westland. Family will receive friends Monday 1-9 p.m. Please visit and post a note of condolence at |
Camille Ann Greene, 75, of Charlevoix, died following a brief illness on Jan. 3, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. |
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Carol (Trinity) Miller, 54, of Allen, passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2008, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing.  Born Feb. 22, 1954 in Detroit, she was the daughter of Bernard and Ceola (Karch) Trinity. Carol graduated from L’Anse Cruese High School in Mount Clemens and earned a Masters Degree in Education at Western Michigan University. She belonged to St. Anthony Catholic Church in Hillsdale and was actively involved in 4-H and the Reading High School Band Boosters. Her hobbies included quilting and photography. She is survived by her husband, Martin Miller, whom she married May 27, 1977; two daughters, Dr. Danielle Miller of Lansing, Ceola Miller of Allen; one brother, Philip Trinity of Columbus, Ohio; and one grandson, Xavier Guild. Her parents preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 6 p.m. Tuesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Father Ioane Sigarara officiating. Visitation is scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday until time of service. Interment at Mount Lebanon Cemetery, Glencoe Pa., will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to St. Anthony Catholic Church. |
On Dec. 31, 2008, the world lost a wife, a mother, and a nurse. Carol Engelman unquestionably filled all of those roles to their fullest. |
Wilson, Carol Ann Arbor, MI (Formerly of Romeo) December 30, 2008. Age 96. Carol was an avid reader and Bridge player. She taught Sunday and Bible School at St. John's Lutheran Church in Romeo and was an active member of Zion Church and Glacier Hills Chapel in Ann Arbor. Wife of the late Robert. Dear mother of Roberta Wilson Harrell (Jay), Marianne Wilson Lyon (Charles), Barbara K. Wilson (James Sesnak) and the late Joan Wilson Miller (Dr. Peter Miller). Also survived by four grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial tributes to Glacier Hills Retirement Community, 1200 Earhart, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 or Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103 A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www. DesmondFuneralHome.com |
Carolee Kay Morris, 62 yrs, of Summerfield Twp, MI, died Friday, while under the care of Arbor Hospice. |
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Catherine Louise Fletcher, age 98, of Adrian died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Lynwood Manor. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, at Oakwood Cemetery with the Rev. Douglas Leith officiating. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Lynwood Manor. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Charles Bays, age 80, of Monroe, died Jan. 3, 2009, at Mercy-Memorial Hospital.  Friends may call from 3 until 9 p.m. Monday at the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 203 E. Elm Ave., where funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday with a military salute being conducted by the VFW Post 1138, Monroe.  Charles’ sons-in-law, the Rev. Dale Hayford of Crosswalk Community Church of Monroe and the Rev. Foster Schmitt of Pompano Beach First Church of the Nazarene of Pompano Beach, Fla., will officiate. Burial will be in LaSalle Township Cemetery.  Born May 28, 1928, in Prestonsburg, Ky., Charles was the son of Silas and Dollie (Holbrook) Bays. He married Dorothea Griffith on July 7, 1951. An Army Veteran of the Korean War, Charles worked at Larson’s Garage in Jasper, Mich. He then owned and operated his own service station in Adrian before finally working as a welder repairman for Ford Motor Company in Woodhaven, retiring in 1991.  Charles is survived by his four daughters: Teresa (Dale) Hayford of Monroe, Linda (Robert) Shipman of LaSalle, Charlene (Foster) Schmitt of Pompano Beach, Fla., and Edith (Lonnie) Poupard of Belleville. He is also survived by a sister, Desmol (Merlin) Osterhout, as well as 10 grandchildren, a stepgrandchild and 10 great-grandchildren. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence may do so at www.allore.com. |
Charles Bays , age 80 of Monroe , died January 3, 2009 at Mercy-Memorial Hospital. |
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Chester E. Johnson, age 52, of Holland died Friday, January 02, 2009 at Hospice House of Holland. He enjoyed working on cars.  He worked for Veneklasen Auto Parts and Bill Mar Foods.  He was preceded in death by his parents Murrell and Daisy Johnson, a brother Earl Johnson in 2008, sister Kathleen Brake in 2008 and a sister-in-law Sally Evink 1984. He is survived by his wife Annette of 11 years and step-children: Michael Vandenberg of Holland, Curtis Vandenberg of Holland; Parents: Wayne and Arlene Evink of Holland; Brothers and sisters: Kenny Johnson, Mark Johnson both of Salem, Meryldeen Britton of Salem, Wilma Epps of Avenal, CA; Brother and sister-in-law: Tammy and Marvin Rennison of Berkeley Springs, WV, Christine and Matthew Hill of Martinsburg, WV, David Evink of Holland; and several nephews, nieces and cousins. A memorial service will be 11:30 AM, Tuesday, January 6, 2009, at Restlawn Memorial Gardens Chapel of Faith, 994 Paw Paw Drive in Holland. Reverend Adam Barton and Reverend Marvin Rennison will be officiating. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com for those who cannot attend the services. |
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Clarence Michmerhuizen, 91, of Zeeland, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009.  Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland. |
Clyde Adkins, age 75, of Gibraltar, MI. passed away January 3, 2009 at Oakwood Hospital Southshore Trenton, MI. |
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Monday 2-9 p.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Habitat for Humanity. |
DZIEWIT JENNIE |
Thursday 10 a.m. with funeral liturgy at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 5780 Evergreen Rd., Detroit. Donations in Mrs. Dziewit's name can be made to Angela Hospice, American Cancer Society or American Diabetes Association. On line sympathy messages at |
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David Mann, age 44, of  Constantine, Mich., passed away Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital. He was born in Three Rivers on July 10, 1964, a son of Kenneth and Gloria (Horn) Mann. David graduated from White Pigeon High School in 1982 and attended Southwestern Community College. On June 21, 2002, he married Peggy Hawley in Centreville. David was employed as a Design Engineer at B & N Industries in Elkhart, Ind. His hobbies included sailing, motorcycles, cars, fishing, hunting, and playing the drums. Surviving are his father Kenneth Mann, Mottville; his wife, Peggy Mann, Constantine; sons, Ben Mann, Joshua Mann and Colin Hawley; daughter, Shea Hawley; sister, Melanie Mann, Sturgis; brother, Randy (Cindy) Mann, White Pigeon; and nephew Branden (Sarah) Mann. He was preceded in death by his mother. Relatives and friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine where services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Intermen t will be at Mottville Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. On line messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.   |
David Meiden, age 68, of Toledo, passed away at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at Toledo Hospital. |
SIKORSKI, David Michael - Age 57, of Swartz Creek, died Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at his residence. Per David's wishes cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held 2 PM Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. The family will receive friends from 1:30 PM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers those desiring may make memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
Dolores O. "Dee Dee" Bathgate, 55 of Monroe, died Thursday January 1, 2009 at 9:07 p.m. in her home. |
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Donald L. Brewer, age 78, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  He was born Aug. 13, 1930 in Detroit to John and Loretta (Jacques) Brewer. He was married Nov. 8, 1955 to Iris Major and she survives. Don was self-employed in the auto industry. He was a graduate of Quincy High School in 1950, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean conflict and a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. Surviving besides his wife Iris are four daughters Lee (James) Barve of Quincy, Jolie (James) Graves and Jamie (Randy) Brooks, both of Jonesville, and Monique (Curt) Sarles of Hillsdale; son Paul (Cammie) Brewer of Fla.; 15 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; a sister Loretta Marie (Robert) Knox of Fla.; and a sister-in-law Lillie Brewer of Coldwater. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Charles. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial mass for Don Brewer on Saturday, Jan.10, 2009, at 11 a.m., at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Hillsdale with Fr. Ioane Sigarara as celebrant. Private interment will take place at a later date at Lakeview Cemetery in Quincy. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday morning from 10 a.m. until services at 11 a.m., at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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LAKE GOGEBIC, Mich. -- Donald L. Carlson, 88, a resident of Lake Gogebic, passed away peacefully Monday morning, Dec. 29, 2008, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. |
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Dorothy Christine Matthias, age 81, of Deerfleld, died Saturday evening, Jan. 3, 2009,  while under the care of Hospice of Lenawee. Born Aug. 24, 1927, in Detroit, Dorothy was the daughter of Albert and Shirley (Waltz) Thomas. A graduate of North West High School in Detroit, she received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Siena Heights University in Adrian. She married Richard William Matthias, Nov. 1, 1947, in Detroit. A homemaker, Dorothy was employed by Stauffer Walker Chemical Co., of Detroit, for 27 years, retiring in 1992. She was a member of the Deerfield United Methodist Church, and loved gardening, travel, casinos, bowling, knitting, and being with her family. Survivors include her husband, Richard; four sons, Donald (Wanda) of Columbiaville, Mich., James (Diane) of Cement City, Bob (Michele) of Brooklyn, Mark of Deerfield; five daughters, Laura (Rusty) Rapai of Carleton, Susan (Mike) Burguard of Honor, Mich., Judy (Marty) Fowler of Deerfield, Sandy (Joe) Drake and Donna Matthias, both of Tucson, Ariz.; a brother, Donald Thomas of Detroit; a sister, Nancy Davis, of Dearborn Heights; 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth; a daughter, Caro; a brother, Steve Thomas; and three sisters, Sophia Mund, Mary Grantham and Evelyn Simpson. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home, 8216 Ida West Road, Ida, Tuesday, Jan. 6, from 2 to 9 p.m. She will lie in state at the Deerfield United Methodist Church Wednesday from 12 noon until services at 1 p.m. Pastor Michael Clemmer will officiate. Burial will be in the Deerfield Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Deerfield United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.capaulfuneralhome.com.   |
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Douglas Lee Wolf, age 39, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly onWednesday morning, Dec. 31, 2008, at his home. He was born March 17, 1969, in Kalamazoo, Mich., a son of the late Lewis and Dorotha (Brown) Wolf. Doug had resided in Sturgis for the past four years, coming from Centreville,  where he graduated from Centreville High School with the class of 1987. On Oct. 9, 2004, he married Annette Casner at the Church of God in Three Rivers. Doug had been employed by Coachman Industries in Middlebury, Ind., for several years. Prior to joining Coachman he had worked for Viking Industries in Centreville, Dutch Housing in LaGrange, Ind., and Victorian Homes. He was a member of the Church of God in Three Rivers and enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and doing gunsmith work. Doug had a true love and appreciation for nature and the outdoors and often went to the woods to just sit and watch and listen to nature. He is survived by his loving wife, Annette; a stepdaughter, Rachel Clewell, at home; a sister, Sue (Tim) Barnes of Vicksburg; four brothers, Ken Wolf of Colon, Don (Cyndi) Wolf of Three Rivers, Roy Wolf of Colon and Jay (Debbie) Wolf of Three Rivers; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Douglas Wolf will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Church of God, 17398 M-86, Three Rivers. The Rev. James McClimans will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at the Leonidas Cemetery in Leonidas. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the family to help with expenses, c/o: Annette Wolf, 401 E. Main St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.legacy.com. |
EVELYN M. BRINKER SANDUSKY Evelyn M. Brinker, age 82, of Sandusky, died Thursday December 25, 2008 in the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. She was born August 26, 1926 in Carsonville the daughter of the late Harry and Leona (Schommer) Willis. She married Rex E. Brinker on October 6, 1945 in Port Huron. He preceded her in death January 9, 2008. Mrs. Brinker enjoyed her family and working cross word puzzles. She is survived by two sons; Roger (Judy) Brinker of Lexington and Barry (Susan) Brinker of Deckerville, 10 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren. Also, three brothers; Harry Willis, Jack Willis, and William Willis all of Port Sanilac, one sister; Mrs. Jamie Hodges of Carsonville and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son Kevin, and two brothers, Ken Willis and Robert Willis. Memorial services for Mrs. Evelyn M. Brinker will be 2:00 pm, Sunday, January 4, 2009 at the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeralhome, with Mr. James Beattie officiating. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm unti lthe time of service on Sunday. Memorials may be given to the donor's choice. Arrangements made by Apsey Funeral Home, Deckerville, MI |
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Edelgard A. E. Schroeder, age 86, of Dundee passed away Friday, January 1, 2009. |
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Edith V. Ryan, 85, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  She was born Sept. 8, 1923 in Reading to Olin and Vera (Fisher) Foulk.  She was married July 15, 1945, to Rex C. Ryan and he survives. Edith was a 1940 graduate of Reading High School, she received a bachelor’s degree in 1945 from Michigan State Normal School (Eastern Michigan University) and her master’s degree from Michigan State University.  She taught for 23 years in Reading schools, for three years in Jonesville schools and coached girls basketball in Jonesville.  Edith was a member of the Eastern Star, Delta Kappa Gamma, Farm Bureau, the Retired Teachers Association and was a 4-H Leader. Besides her husband Rex, she is survived by a daughter, Susan (Jerald) Belding of Jonesville; three sisters, Donna (Bernard) Reed of North Adams, Lorene (Burton) Ladd of Litchfield and Cleo (Glen) Wallace of Hillsdale; a sister-in-law, Cheryl Reynolds Foulk of Hillsdale, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Edith was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Patricia VanCamp and a brother, Doug Foulk. Funeral services will be at noon on Saturday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home with Rodney Reed officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Reading.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 4 - 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Reading High School.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Elberta M. Kolassa, age 92, of Bronson, died late Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, in Marshall. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m.  Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Friends may call at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson from 4 – 8 p.m. Monday where the Rosary will recited at 7 p.m. Monday  Memorial Donations are suggested to St. Mary Catholic Church.   |
Eleanore Mary Sieradski, 100, of Petoskey, died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, at the Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
Eleanore O. Nirschl, age 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Jan. 2, 2009. |
Elnora L. Diehl Whittemore, MI Elnora Lilith (Lawrence) Diehl (Formerly of Lapeer, MI) passed away on (December 29, 2008) went home to the Lord peacefully at St. Joseph Hospital in East Tawas, MI. She was born Sept. 19, 1915 and married June 10, 1932 to Hugh Jesse Diehl. Mrs. Diehl was a foster grandparent for many years. She also taught at Lapeer East High School for many years in the Special Education Department, taking great pride in her work. She retired from Riverbend Nursing Home as a nurse's aide. She is survived by brother, Clarence "Bud" Lawrence; daughters, Lenore De Clue, Phyllis Sasser (Al), Lori Majchrowski (Stanley); and more than 100 grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Jesse; daughter, Mabel DeClue; son, Claude Diehl; and sister, Ruth Bailey. Memorials may be made to the Lupus Foundation. Services for Mrs. Diehl were held at Saturday, (January 3, 2009) at C.L. Forshee & Sons Funeral H |
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Eloise Seay Clark, age 80, passed away on Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center.  She was born May 14, 1928, in Logan, West Virginia, the daughter of Herbert and Virginia (Skaggs) Snow. Eloise grew up traveling and lived in several states during her youth. She moved to Adrian in 1946, and made it her permanent home. She graduated from the Lois School of Cosmetology in 1971. She enjoyed painting, making crafts, playing cards, going to Burger King with her friends, and dancing. On Oct. 22, 1981, Eloise married Raymond Clark in Adrian and he survives. She is also survived by two daughters, Sherri (Steve) Kelemen of Onsted and Renee (Geoffrey) Dennis of Adrian; seven grandchildren, Michael (Jackie) Lolley, Michelle (Keith Tennant) Rutherford, Ashley Dennis, Kaitlin Dennis, Jordan Dennis, Brittany Dennis and Emerson Dennis; and three great-grandchildren, Christopher and Kimberly Lolley and Joseph Tennant. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Rosalie Chapman; her former husband, Troy Eugene Seay; two great-granddaughters, Jennifer and Kayla; and a special cousin, Clarence Payton. Funeral services for Eloise will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Minister Timothy Dunn officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held today from 5 to 8 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 the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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HURLEY, Wis. -- Ernest L. Cummings, 67, of Hurley died unexpectedly on Tuesday morning, Dec. 23, 2008, in Ironwood. |
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Ethel Jane Nash, 65, of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.  She was born Sept. 18, 1943 in Quincy, Ill., to Harry Neal and Hazel Anita (White) Sherrick.  She was married to George William “Bill” Nash on July 27, 1963 in Bowen, Ill.  He passed away Aug. 21, 2008. Jane was the co-owner and operator of Nash Hallmark, Jill’s Office Supply and Nash Drugs. She was a 1963 graduate of the University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, friend and businesswoman. In 1994, she won the Athena Award, an award recognizing women for professional excellence. In addition, she was the Hillsdale Hospice Board Chairperson, United Methodist Church member and chair of the Pastor Parish Relations Committee, member of the Hillsdale College Women’s Commissioners, former member of Jaycees and American Association of University Women.  She served many years as room mother for her two sons. Surviving  are two sons, Bill (Stephanie) Nash of Naperville, Ill., and Brad (Kerri) Nash of Hillsdale; four grandsons, Alex, Andy, Coby and Sam; one sister and brother-in-law, Sandra (David) Schuldt of Iowa City; and one brother and sister-in-law,, John (Brenda) Sherrick of Bettendorf, Iowa; three nieces, Lisa (Bob) Barleen, Michelle (Will) Adcock and Andrea Sherrick; and one nephew, Brian (Kelly) Sherrick and three grandnephews. Memorial services for Jane Nash will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Hillsdale officiated by the Revs. David Schuldt and Curtis Jensen.  Private interment will take place at Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-9 p.m. Friday from at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to Hillsdale County Community Foundation, 52 E. Bacon, Hillsdale, MI 49242, Hospice of Hillsdale, 168 S. Howell St. , Hillsdale, The Mayo Clinic, 200 First St. S.W., Rochester, MN 55905, or charity of donor’s choice.  To view this obituary and send condolences visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
FEINER DR DANIEL |
Beloved husband of Dr. Veronica Miks. Dear father of Jeremiah Feiner and Johanna Feiner. Dear brother of Seymour (Carol) Feiner and Rosann (Melvin) Toby. Dearest son of the late Paul and Helen Feiner. Also remembered by many loving nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. SERVICES TODAY, FOR INFORMATION AND TIME CALL THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, 248-406-6000. INTEMENT TO FOLLOW AT TEMPLE ISRAEL GARDENS OF BETH EL CEMETERY, LIVONIA or visit |
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FRIEDLAND MINNA REVA |
December 26, 2008. Age 91. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Louis Friedland. Loving mother of Hope Palmer (Dirk Bakker), Justin (Deborah) Friedland, and Jeffrey Friedland. Grandmother of Devon (Fritz) Balwit, Hannah, Aaron, Oona, Lucas, and three great-grandchildren. Private memorial to be held. |
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Frances “Fran” John, 99, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon Dec. 30, 2008, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Jan. 24, 1909, in Chicago, a daughter to the late August and Martha (Tessner) Schlage. Fran had resided in Sturgis since 1945 coming from Chicago. On July 2, 1927, she married Richard John in Chicago. He died Dec. 4, 1983. She had been employed as a switchboard operator for the Kirsch Company in Sturgis for 16 years retiring in 1971. Fran had attended Chicago public schools and she was an active member of the St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sturgis. Fran enjoyed volunteering her time with the Lutheran Ladies Mission Circle and the Sturgis Hospital Guild. She is survived by five grandchildren, Doug (Cathy) Hopkins of Sturgis, Bruce Hopkins of Sturgis, Gwen (Bob) Kryder of Colon, Sue Donaldson of Sturgis and David Hopkins of Sturgis; 11 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Her parents, husband, one daughter; Lois Kreitzer, two brothers; Edward Schlage and August Schlage and two sisters; Clara Sickinger and Jean Cauwels preceded her in death. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Saturday at the St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church where services celebrating the life of Frances John will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday. The Rev. Paul Stern will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. 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 Mrs. John’s memory consider the St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1108 E. Lafayette St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.Legacy.com.   |
GARTH FREDERIC ENDERS SANDUSKY Garth Frederic Enders, age 65, of Sandusky, died Friday, December 19, 2008 at McKenzie Memorial Hospital in Sandusky, Michigan. He was born May 8, 1943 in Capac, Michigan the son of the late Frederic and Francis (Jurn) Enders. He was a 1961 graduate of Capac High School, and attended Michigan State University. Garth married Dorene Burgett on February 23, 1985 in Ruby, Michigan. He was a District Manager for K-Mart for many years. He also worked at the Port Huron Times Herald and then at Eagle Window & Doors in Lewiston, MI. He is survived by his wife Dorene, daughter; Dianna Enders of South Carolina, son; Daniel Enders of Texas, stepsons; Todd Hurlburt of Algonac, Phil Hurlburt of St. Clair, Steven Hurlburt of Adrian, stepdaughter; ReaAnn Ready of Birch Run and8 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son David Enders in 1990. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Memorial services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. Colin Stover officiating. Memorial suggestion to the family. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, (810) 648-2244. www.marshfuneral.com. |
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Tuesday 2-8 p.m., Rosary 7:00 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes (S of 18 Mile) and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. until time of mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Community (Hayes S. of 18 Mile). Burial at resurrection Cemetery. Share memories at |
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December 30, 2008. Age 87. Beloved wife of the late Erwin H. Loving mother of Leigh and Michael (Laure). Dear grandmother of Ryan, Alexandre, Edouard, and Charlotte. Sister of Joe and Doris. Sister-in-law of Robert W. (Clara) and Joanne. In state Thursday 1 p.m. at St Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 375 Lothrop, Grosse Pointe Farms, until service 2 p.m. Family will receive visitors Wednesday 6-10 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods. Memorials to the Church preferred. |
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Geraldine “Gerry” Harris, age 87, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, at Lynwood Manor. She was born May 21, 1921, in Adrian, to Walter and Agnes (Bussing) Lerch. On June 22, 1940, she married David G. Harris.  He preceded her in death on Dec. 12, 1990. Geraldine was employed with Elias Brothers Restaurant for many years. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Palmyra Stitch and Chatter club. Her survivors include three sons, Patrick D. Harris and his wife,  Joanne, Paul W. Harris and his wife, Cheryl, and Philip J. Harris and his wife, Ann, all of Adrian; two daughters, Penelope A. Herriman and her husband, Gaylord, of Jasper, and Pamela M. Marlatt and her husband, Robert, of Adrian; 14 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and two brothers. The funeral liturgy for Geraldine will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at 9 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Schramm presiding. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.    with a Vigil Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Friends may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to donor’s choice. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home. |
Germaine Owens, 93, of Hart, died Dec. 31. Tate-King Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
Gertrude Rhoda Upper North Branch Gertrude Rhoda Upper, age 94, of North Branch (formerly of Lapeer), passed away Monday (December 29, 2008). She was born September 19, 1914 on the Graff farm on Perry Road in Grand Blanc to Leopold and Myrtle (Robinson) Sharland. She married Harold Upper on October 1, 1936 in Goodrich, MI, they had been married 54 years when he died in 1991. Gertrude graduated from Goodrich High School in 1932 and attended her 76th class reunion in 2008. Harold and Gertrude moved to Lapeer in 1939. Mrs. Upper was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Suncrest Auxiliary, and was a 4-H leader for many years. She loved to play cards, especially euchre and canasta, and had a special way with dogs and cats. Mr. and Mrs. Upper traveled extensively, her apple pies were extraordinary. She is survived by her daughters, Sharlene Mahaffy of Memphis, TN., Janet (Larry) Barkhouse of Davidson, NC, Marion Upper of Sterling Heights, Harriett (Marshall) McLean |
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Monday 2-8 p.m. Interment Glen Eden Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. |
Brayton, Harold Ann Arbor, MI Age 75, died January 2, 2009 at the Heartland Health Center. Full obituary and service information will follow in a future edition. Arrangements by Generations. |
Hayden E. Neely, 81, of Harrison, formerly of Gladwin, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008 at his home with his family by his side. |
Hazel Dallas, 103, of Ashland, OH died Dec. 14, 2008. |
Hazel Jo Marshall Lapeer Hazel Jo Marshall, September 4, 2008 - December 25, 2008. Hazel went to be with the Lord, leaving behind her twin sister Skye and her big brother Chase. She will carry on as an angel of God, helping her loving parents Asia and Nathan Marshal care for her surviving siblings. Hazel was the beloved granddaughter of, Kathleen (John) Levitt, Karen (Jim) Ervin, T.O. (Noy) Phouvone; beloved great- granddaughter of Vicki McIntyre, Joan Crittenden, Charles Crittenden. She will be deeply missed by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Hazel was preceded in death by her great-grandfathers, James McIntyre and Kenneth Clark. A Funeral service was held Monday at Grace Episcopal Church in Downtown Lapeer. Father William Boli officiated. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery in Columbiaville, MI. Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. To share an online condolence visit www.LynchFuneralDi |
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Henry J. Atkinson, II age 36 of Islamorada, Florida, formerly of Monroe, died in his home on December 26, 2008. |
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Hettie Ruth Jackson, age 97, of Napoleon, Ohio died Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 31, 2008 at the Lutheran Home of Napoleon. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday at First Presbyterian Church, Napoleon with Pastor Gavin Pitt and Pastor Pamela Gordon officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-7 p.m. on Sunday at Rodenberger Funeral Home, Napoleon and from 10-11 a.m. on Monday prior to the services at the church. Online condolences can be made at www.rodenbergerfuneralhome.com. |
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Holly Christine Rowe, age 25, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning, Jan. 2, 2009, at her home. She was born Nov. 3, 1983, in Sturgis, a daughter of Lonnie and Carolyn (Roberts) Rowe. Holly had resided in Sturgis most of her life, with the exception of the year she lived in Portage, Mich. She had been employed by WMSH Radio Station in Sturgis. Holly graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 2002 and attended Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Glen Oaks Community College. Holly was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis and had a true talent in art and theater. She loved animals, especially her cats. Surviving are: her mother, Carolyn Beardsley of Sturgis; father, Lonnie (Shirley) Rowe of Elkhart, Ind.; two sisters, Tammy (Gary) Shoemaker of Northfield, Ohio, and Anna (Gary) Sizemore of Sealy, Texas; a brother, Craig (Nancy) Rowe of Sturgis; grandmother, Geneva Roberts of Sturgis; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her stepfather, Robert Beardsley. The family will receive friends from 2-3:45 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis, where funeral services celebrating the life of Holly Rowe will begin at 4 p.m. Sunday. The Rev. Calvin Kolzow of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis will officiate. In accordance with Holly’s wishes, cremation will follow the service. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Holly’s memory may consider the Trinity Lutheran School, 406 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.legacy.com. |
Ida S. Phillips, 89, of Petoskey, died Jan. 3, 2009, at her home. |
Held, Iva Estella (nee Hoffman) age 87. Born Nov. 25, 1921 in Carleton, Monroe |
JOSEPH D. BULONE PORT SANILAC Joseph D. Bulone, age 86, died Sunday, December 21, 2008 at home in his own bed surrounded by the love of his children and their spouses. He was born November 15, 1922 in Cleveland Ohio, son of the late Domenico and Domenica DiDomenico Bulone. He married Frances E. Hendricks on June 14, 1952 in Birmingham. She died December 20, 1999. Joseph served in the Pacific Theatre in the U.S. Navy Air Corps during WW II. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. He worked on the design staff at the G.M. Tech Center and he was a founding member of the Port Sanilac Fine Arts Association. Joe was one of the most prolific and respected professional painters and sculptors in southeastern Michigan. His 60 year career, which included many Best of Show awards earned well into his 80's, brought him recognition as one of the finest landscape and seascape artists of his time. His favorite subjects were Lake Huron sunrises and the Port Sanilac lighthouse. In his leisure time he was a Detroit Tigers fan and never gave up on the Lions. He enjoyed his vegetable and flower gardens and his homemade meatloaf was legendary. Surviving are his children; Vincent M. of Oak Park, Daniel J. of Memphis, TN, Cathi (Bryan) Bulone-Campbell of Port Sanilac, Helen M. Bulone of Portland, OR, and Maria (David) Kujat of Lexington, three brothers; Tony of Meridian, ID, Mike of Cleveland, OH and Rego of Anaheim, CA, one sister; Virginia Bulone of Fullerton, CA, and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brothers Angelo, Dominic and Louis. Funeral services were held at the Museum Church at the Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum in Port Sanilac with Pastor Bill Willis officiating. Burial was in Old St. Mary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Sanilac Co. Historical Society Hunting Cabin Fund or the Sanilac District Library. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Six South Howard Ave., Croswell, MI 48422 |
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James Dutoit, age 82, of Tecumseh died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, at his home. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian. |
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James E. Alcock, 60, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008, at his home.  He was born March 25, 1948 in Adrian to Harold and Margaret (Akers) Alcock. Jim was the used car sales manager at Ken Stillwell Ford in Hillsdale for 30 years. He was a member of the Hillsdale Elks Lodge # 1575, the Hillsdale Moose Lodge, the Wild Turkey Federation and a member of Ducks Unlimited. Survivors include his son, James (Shelly) Alcock II of Hillsdale; two grandsons, James Edward III and Tyler Richard; and three sisters, Jean, Peggy and Sue.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Wesley. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Keith Porter officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Saturday and at 1 p.m. Sunday until the funeral services at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Reading Emergency Unit. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Janis Hoenig, 69, passed away Dec. 31, 2008, at her home in Chandler, Ariz. She was surrounded by loving family members. She is now resting with her Lord and is pain-free after years of suffering from Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) and CREST Syndrome as well as other ailments. Janis was born March 8, 1939, in Toledo, Ohio. She was a graduate of Blissfield High School and attended the University of Redlands and Adrian College. She was Secretary for the First United Methodist Church in Adrian before moving to Arizona in 1986 because of the CREST Syndrome. She had retired as Financial Secretary of Dayspring United Methodist Church in Tempe, Ariz., three years ago when the PAH was first diagnosed. She greatly loved her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and the rest of her family. She also loved flower gardening, sewing, sports and beating her friends in cards. She was preceded in death by her parents, Doris and Parker Tagsold, Sr. of Blissfield. Janis is survived by her husband, Jim; three children, Julie Hoenig of Chandler, Ariz., Joy (Mike) Fitzpatrick of Chandler and Jeff (Lisa) Hoenig of Superior Township, Mich.; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brother, Parker (Pat) Tagsold, Jr. of Blissfield, and sister, Marilyn (Norton) Hatfield of Valley Center, Calif. Janis and Jim celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in June. At Janis’s request, her body has been donated to the University of Arizona College of Medicine for research. A memorial service will be held Sunday, Jan. 11, at 3 p.m. at Dayspring United Methodist Church. A reception will be held at the church immediately following the memorial service. The family has requested that memorials be given in Janis’s name to the Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Association or the Tagsold/Hawkins Scholarship Fund at Adrian College. Those wishing to offer condolences may contact Jim at hoenigent@cox.net. |
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Jason Eugene “Jake” Seabolt of Hillsdale passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. He was born Dec. 8, 1981 in Bryan, Ohio the son of Karl and Christine (Downing) Seabolt. He is survived by his wife, Amanda Seabolt, whom he married on Oct. 20, 2001; three daughters, Taylor Ann Seabolt, Cierra Seabolt and Karina Seabolt; mother, Christine Downing of Hillsdale; father, Karl Seabolt of Pittsford; sister, Jessica Lee (Fred) Blair of Hillsdale; brother, Karl Scott, Jr. (Mel) Seabolt of Pioneer, Ohio; mother-in-law, Sheryl (Larry) Brown of Frontier; father-in-law, Jeffrey (Brenda) Jones of Taylor; grandparents, Dick and Carolyn Downing of Pioneer, Ohio; sisters-in-law, April (Damon) Herndon, Aubree Jones, Autumn Jones and Amber Jones; brothers-in-law, Daniel Jones, Nathanael Jones and Samuel Jones; nieces, Hailey Herndon and Macaila Blair; nephews, Tyler, Alex and Nathan Riley and Devin, Chase and Christian Seabolt; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and many very close friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles and Claretta Seabolt. Jake attended elementary school in Hillsdale and he attended high school at North Central High School in Pioneer, Ohio. He worked for DuBois Trucking and Excavating in Hillsdale as an office manager and field supervisor for seven years. At his request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Jason Eugene Seabolt will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 1 p.m. Tuesday with Pastor Jeff Jones officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from noon on Tuesday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family in care of Amanda Seabolt. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605. |
Jeanette Audrey Connelly, 77, of Horton Bay, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
Jerome "Jerry" Cabot, 70, of Manistee, died Dec. 29 at his home. The Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
Joanne Mittlestat, age 77, of New Boston, died on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 in Dearborn , Michigan. |
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John A. Klomp, aged 50 of Comstock Park, MI, formerly of Zeeland, passed away following a year-long struggle with cancer, with his loving family at his side. John was a loving and dedicated husband, father, brother and a friend to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered. John was a faith filled Christian man. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Tammy Klomp (Burgen); his children, Brandon, Chelsea and Zachary Klomp; his mother, Tena Klomp, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Richard and Marcia Burgen; his sisters and brother, Judy (Larry) LePorie, Randy (Val) Klomp, Vonnie (Dwight) VanderZwaag, Sue (Mike) Poel, Barb (Jerry) Hassevort; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Wendy (Jerry) Springer; grandmother-in-law, Carolyn Barendse; many nieces and nephews and many friends. Cremation has taken place. John now receives a new body and joins his heavenly father. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 7 at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Fellowship Church, 735 Buth Dr. NE in Comstock Park. Relatives and friends may meet his family on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home — Alt & Shamut Hills Chapel, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW and again at the church on Wednesday from 12:00 noon until the service begins. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions in his memory to the Klomp Children Christian Education Fund c/o Huntington Bank. To read more about John’s life, to leave your own memory of him and to sign his guest book, visit his web page at www.lifestorynet.com. |
John L. Mitchell, 63, of Petoskey, died Jan. 4, 2009, at the Hiland Cottage of Hospice of Little Traverse Bay in Petoskey. |
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Jose DeLeon Trevino, age 81, of Adrian died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Jose was born Dec. 2, 1927, in Seguin, Texas, to Ermenejildo and Tiburcia (DeLeon) Trevino. On Jan. 15, 1956, he married Benina Ojeda in Adrian, and she survives. Jose was employed by Tecumseh Products, retiring in March 1991. He was a member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and enjoyed fishing, deer hunting and family gatherings. Surviving Jose, in addition to his wife, Benina, are three sons, Joel Trevino and his wife, Loretta, of Brigham City, Utah, Abel Trevino and his wife, Shayna, of Adrian, and Ruben Trevino and his wife, Christine, of Sylvania, Ohio; two daughters, Patricia Parr and her husband, Allan, and Barbara Glisson and her husband, Jeffery, all of Adrian; a sister, Mary Hernandez of Adrian; 17 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Preceding Jose in death were his parents, several brothers and sisters and a son. The funeral service for Jose will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at 3 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints located at 140 Sand Creek Highway, Adrian, with Bishop Richard DeVries officiating. Joe’s burial will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh. Visitation hours will be Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian and on Wednesday from 2 to 3 p.m. at the church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Family of Jose Trevino. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home. |
Loving wife and mother, Judith A. (Clarke) Belfy of Conway, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
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Age 83 of Warren, January 2, 2009. He is survived by his nieces, Dr. Carol Wilkop, Sandra Gregg, Susan Bush, and Dr. Dianne Collins. Also leaves many loving extended family members and dear friends. Services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels. For further information contact Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Milford at 248-684-6645 or visit |
Kathryn A. Wassman 1950-2008 Kathryn A. Wassman, 58, Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2008 at her home in Harbor Beach, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Mt. Clemens on October 22, 1950, the daughter of the late Alois and Shirley (Yax) Cukr. Kathy and Doug Wassman were united in marriage on June 6, 1970 in Mt. Clemens. She was an employee of Chemical Bank in Harbor Beach and a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach. Kathy enjoyed scrap booking, gardening and spending time with her family. To all who knew her, she was a beautiful person, both inside and out, and she will be sadly missed. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Wassman, Harbor Beach; a son, Cameron (Susan) Wassman, Mt. Pleasant and a brother, Michael Cukr, Ray Township. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A private family service will take place at a later time. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Keith D. Spencer, 70, of Midland, passed away Dec. 27, 2008, in Midland. He was born July 26, 1938, to Ora and Nola (Woodruff) Spencer in Gladwin. |
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Kurt A. Derr, 37, of Osseo, passed away Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, at home.  He was born on Aug. 29, 1971, in Hillsdale, the son of Dean E. and Sharon A. (Delaney) Derr.  Kurt attended Pittsford Schools.  He worked for Frank Armstrong Construction in Hillsdale. Kurt enjoyed working with horses, working with his hands, especially building dog houses and rabbit hunting when he had time. Kurt is survived by four children, Dustin Smith of Pittsford, Natasha Smith, Ashley Derr and Derek Derr and his children’s mother, Christina Smith all of Osseo;  his mother, Sharon Derr of Osseo; five brothers, Danny Derr of Osseo, Bobby (Betty) Derr of Tenn., Denny Derr of Osseo, Dale (Diana Stump) Derr of Osseo, Darrell Derr of Hillsdale; four sisters, Sherrie (Joe) Dangelo of Tennessee, Marta Mohr of Texas, Penny (Roger) Perez of West Unity, Ohio, and Donna (Dave) Miler of Osseo; special uncle, Larry Delaney of Osseo and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his father and brother, Kevin Derr. Funeral services for Kurt will be  at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Douglas Plunkett officiating.  Cremation will follow the service.  Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. Friday. Memorials are suggested to the children or funeral home to help with expenses.  View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com  |
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will be Sunday 3-9 p.m. and Monday, 1-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. at Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights (48312). Gerry will lie in state Tuesday, January 6 at 11 a.m. at St. Edmund's Catholic Church, 14025 12 Mile Rd., Warren, between Schoenherr and Hayes, until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m., 1 guest book message |
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at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd., (Btwn. 14-15 Mile Rds.) Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 11 a.m. at Highland Park Baptist Church, 28600 Lahser Rd., Southfield. Friends may visit at church beginning at 10 a.m. |
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LaFonda M. Knowles, age 93, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at her home. No services will be held at this time. Interment of ashes will be held at Lakeview Cemetery in Quincy at a later date. Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home. LaFonda was born on March 15, 1915 in Coldwater to Charles and Margaret (French) Lindsey. She married Herman Knowles on Oct. 20, 1935 in Quincy. He preceded her in death on May 19, 2008. LaFonda has been a lifelong resident of Branch County. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Community Health Center and for many years at the former Coldwater Regional Center, from which she retired in 1975. LaFonda enjoyed square dancing belonging to the Merry Mixers Square Dance Club, and enjoyed traveling; wintering in Florida with her husband, reading, learning new things and all sorts of puzzles. Most of all, she enjoyed the time she spent with her family. In addition to her husband Herman, LaFonda was preceded in death by her daughter Nancy Radebaugh in 2006 and her brother George Lindsey. She is survived by her daughters Kay Wright of Coldwater and Donna and Larry Backes of Zephyrhills, Fla.; her sister Leona Hilliar of Howell, eight grandchildren: Kim and Margaret Radebaugh of Homer, Steven and Maria Radebaugh of Homer, Debra and David Smith of Coldwater, Shawn and Paul Butler of Hillsdale, Michelle and Greg Fritchey of Van Buren, Ark., Karen Fraley of Homer, Lore Radebaugh of Coldwater and Kerry and Denis Clark of Coldwater, 20 great grandchildren and many great, great grandchildren. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
Leland "Bud" Arkwright, 79, of Eastlake, died Jan.1 in his home. The Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
Bork, Louis H. Bay City, Michigan Mr. Bork, age 86 years, local educator and businessman, passed away Friday, January 2, 2009 at his home. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service and life celebration at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2009, at Bay City Immanuel Lutheran Church, Tenth at Lincoln. Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church General Fund. A complete obituary will appear in Thursday's edition. |
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Mae L. Pettit, 82, of Sturgis, formerly of Marshall, died on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital. Visitation will take place at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home in Marshall on Monday from 4-7 p.m. with family present at that time. Funeral service will take place 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.   |
Howe-Leckrone, Margaret A. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Thursday, January 1, 2009. Funeral service will take place 11 AM Wednesday January 7, 2008 at the Reitz Herzberg Funeral Home on S. Midland Rd. (M47). Rev. Patricia Petrie will officiate with interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Friends and family are welcome to gather at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4-8 PM and on Wednesday one hour before the funeral. Memorial offerings may be made to the Diabetes Association. Full obituary will appear in Monday's newspaper. |
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Marilyn Blue, age 73, of Dixon, Ill.,formerly of Durand, Mich., died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at her home. She was born Dec. 5, 1935, in Tipton, Mich., the daughter of Lyle and Alice (Randall) Whelan. She had been an elementary school teacher in the Atherton Community School District for 37 years and had served as a union representative for the Atherton Education Association. She had been a member of the Vernon United Methodist Church. She married Richard Blue on July 7, 1962, in Tipton, Mich. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Richard Lyle Blue; a brother, Wesley Whelan; and a sister, Joan Starkey. She is survived by her husband of Dixon, Ill.; two daughters, Mary Blue (Mark) Henneman of Hinsdale, Ill., and Denise (Mike Ytsen) Blue of Elk Grove Village, Ill.; four grandchildren, and a sister, Linda Fox of Tecumseh, Mich. A private family memorial service will be held on Wednesday Jan. 7, 2009, at the Jones Funeral Home in Dixon with the Rev. Michael Morrissey officiating. A memorial has been established to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent online at www.thejonesfh.com.   |
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Marilyn Ruth Hazlett, age 80, of Holland, died Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at her home. She was born March 24, 1928, in Detroit, MI to Leander and Beatrice Rivard. Lyn was married to Nur William Hazlett, August 31, 1949. They moved to Holland in 1972. She was a devoted wife and homemaker to seven children. Lyn is survived by her husband Nur W. Hazlett and daughters, Karen (Richard) Kelly, Shelby Twp MI., Deborah Celli, Warren MI, Michelle (Michael) Warvel, Holland MI, Yvonne (Michael) Johnson Holland MI, son’s Blu’ ( Joji) Rivard CA, Edward Hazlett (Christopher) Holland MI, Paul Hazlett, AZ; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Marilyn was preceded in death by son Keith Paul and sisters, Natalie Rivard, Jane Laramie and Betty Duke. Memorial service will be 11 am Saturday, January 10, 2009, at Dykstra Funeral Home, 295 Douglas Ave., Holland. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Alzheimer’s Research or Hospice of Holland. |
Marjorie A. Cairl, age 74, a life long resident of Monroe, MI passed away Friday, January 2, 2009 at 1:00 AM in her home surrounded by her loving family. Marjorie had been in declining for 10 years and seriously ill for the past 3 months. |
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Marjorie Ruth Busscher age 78, of Holland, died Sunday, January 04, 2009 at Holland Hospital.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin in 1996. Marjorie was a member of Graafschap Christian Reformed Church and was employed by Hansen’s Drug Store and DeWaard Interiors. She is survived by her children, Cindi and Kelly Lampen of Holland, Steve and Jan Busscher of Holland, Lori and Jim Bosch of West Olive; 6 grandchildren, Matthew, Jamie, Travis, Michelle, Daniel, Megan; Sister, Beth O’Donnell; in-laws, Joan Kruithoff of Holland, Della Folkert of Holland, Eleanor and Donald Johnson of Holland, Lois Becksvoort of Holland, Betty and Ken Lemmen of Holland, Harvey Busscher of Fennville, Hermina Veldhof of Hamilton; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at Graafschap Christian Reformed Church, 5973 Church St. Holland with Dr. Stan Scripps and Reverend Henry Vanden Heuvel officiating.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at Graafschap Christian Reformed Church.  Memorial contributions may be given to Right to Life of Holland.  Arrangements are by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. Holland.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland. com. |
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Martha Linn Lindsley, age 68, of Kalamazoo, Mich., passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. She was born in Newton, Mass., on Aug. 18, 1940, a daughter of Norwell and Charlotte (McLeod) Hornbeck. Marti graduated from Waltham High School in 1959, and later received her RN from Glen Oaks Community College. She was a member of the Centreville United Methodist Church and was a bus driver for Centreville Schools. Martha enjoyed vintage car racing, fishing on Lake Michigan, painting, and ballroom, tango and swing dancing. Surviving Marti are: her daughters, Lisa (Jeff) DeLeo of Centreville, Nicole Lindsley of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Cody Kellermeier, Brandon Kellermeier, Emily DeLeo and Cooper DeLeo; two great-grandchildren; and many cousins on the East Coast. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Peter Hornbeck. Relatives and friends will be received from noon-2 p.m. Saturday at the  Centreville United Methodist Church., where memorial services will follow at 2 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Karin Orr officiating. Interment of ashes will be at Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Centreville United Methodist Church, 305 E. Main St., Centreville, MI 49032; or West Michigan Cancer Center, 200 N. Park St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
BOLT - Martin "Marty" H. Bolt, aged 90, went to the arms of his Lord on Thursday, January 1, 2009. A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming with Rev. Mike Alber presiding. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Monday at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming, from 5 to 9 p.m. with a Rosary to be held at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com. Please see Sunday's edition for a full obituary. Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Mary Antoinette Harju, 49, of 203 Sunday Lake Street, Wakefield, passed on early Wednesday morning, Dec. 31, 2008, at her home, after a three-year courageous battle with ovarian cancer, with her loving family at her side. |
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Mary Bell Owsley, 40, of 8265E - 400N., Howe, Ind., died Dec. 24, 2008, in Memphis, Tenn., when she was struck by a car while crossing an intersection. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday at the Ontario Congregational Church, where services are at 1 p.m. Monday. Burial will be in Ontario Cemetery, Ontario, Ind. Arrangements are by the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange. |
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IRONWOOD -- Mary E. "Mickey" Anderson, 86, of 715 Pabst St., Ironwood, died early Thursday morning, Jan. 1, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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Mary Frances Brown, 87, of Camden, died Friday, Dec. 19, 2008 in Archbold, Ohio. She owned and operated the Stylette Beauty Shop near Camden for more than 35 years. She was a member of Lake View United Methodist Church at Camden. She was preceded in death by her husband James Lynwood Brown; one great-grandson; brothers, Gloyd, Clair, Donald and Rex Vernier; sisters, Gladys Tressler, Lois Pettit, Doris Hershiser and Velma Rediger. She is survived by daughter Lynette (Robert) Tom of Montpelier, Ohio; son, Larry “Doc” (Sheryl) Brown of Camden; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Fairlawn Chapel in Archbold with interment in Osborn Cemetery. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. today, Monday at Short Funeral Home, Archbold. |
Mary L. Fox, age 95, of Frenchtown Township passed away January 1, 2009 at Elderly Solutions. |
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Mary L. Wescott, age 48, of Holland passed away Friday, January 2, 2009 at Hospice House of Holland. Mary loved to play bingo and was a Mickey Mouse collector. She was a very caring and giving person who tried to help everybody.  She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Wescott, her mother Beverly DeWitt in 1997 and her grandparents. She is survived by her father: Robert and Barbara DeWitt of Baileys Harbor, WI; Brother and sisters: Michael DeWitt of Holland, Michelle DeWitt of Holland, Loretta Santora of Holland; Aunts and uncle:  Jerry and Diane Wolters of Holland, Mrs. Pete (Shirley) Colella of Holland, Margaret and Raymond Lantrip of Pontotoc, MS; Several nephews, nieces and cousins. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com. |
Mary Hoffman was born in Palmyra, Michigan on September 8, 1913 from the marriage of the late Charles and the late Caroline (Egley) Hoffman. |
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Gould, Maurice "Moe" K. Ann Arbor, MI Maurice "Moe" K. Gould, 80, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family December 25, 2008. He was born March 13, 1928 in Ann Arbor,MI to Morley and Anna Gould. Following High School, Moe served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. He then returned to Ann Arbor, married Jane E. Ferguson on September 22, 1948 and completed the apprentice program with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 252. He was a 55 year member of IBEW, Local 252. He was preceded in death by his mother, his father and his wife. Survivors include two brothers, Dean (Virginia) of Racine, Wisconsin and Jerry (MaryAnn) of Ann Arbor; his five children, Lynn (Charles) Dube, Rick, Dave (Tammy), Alan (Sherry) and Amy Sikkila; seven grandchildren, Nicole Dube, Joshua, Preston, Sara (Rich) Green, Jeff (Lindsey), Catherine and Andrea Sikkila; great-granddaughter, Gianna; many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at the Nie Funeral Home, 2400 Carpenter Rd., on Saturday, January 17 at 1 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 2 p.m. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Mercy Hospice, P.O. Box 995, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. To read an expanded obituary or leave electronic condolences, please go to www.nie funeral homes.com |
Stepanski, Maxine Cecelia Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Stepanski, age 89, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2008. The Funeral Mass will be held Monday, January 5, 2009 at 10:00 am from St. Mary's Church. Friends may call at the Squires Funeral Home on Sunday from 2:00 to 8:00 pm. A complete obituary will appear in Saturday's edition. |
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Age 84, January 3, 2009. Cherished husband of Mavis for 58 years. Proud dad of Joseph (Denise), Deborah (David) Porter, and the late Michael and Terry Nagy. Also the proud Grandpa of Brandon and Amanda Nagy, Jessica (Christopher) Dunbar, and Justin (Sara) Porter. Special great-grandpa of Julia Mae Dunbar. Brother of Chuck Allen. Memorial visitation at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd., (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Thursday 5-8 p.m. Memorial Service Friday 11 a.m. at Our Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2225 E. 14 Mile Rd., Birmingham. Friends may visit at church beginning at 10 a.m. Memorials to Carols Cupboard, c/o Our Shepherd Lutheran Church or Beaumont Hospice appreciated. |
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Tuesday 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Tributes to St. Jude's Childrens Research Hospital are welcome. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
NELSON L. DUNLAP DECKERVILLE Nelson L. Dunlap, age 93, of Deckerville, died Tuesday December 23, 2008 in Autumnwood of Deckerville. He was born August 20, 1915 in Palms, the son of the late Andrew and Wilhelmina (Lietke) Dunlap. He married Miss. Evelyn Baumeister on April 15, 1944 in Deckerville, after 62 years of marriage she preceded him in death on April 18, 2006 Nelson was a member of the VFW and American Legion, Gideon's International, a past Boy Scout Explorer Leader, and was active in 4H and a long time member of the 1st Baptist Church. He was employed by Eaton Mfg, before entering the US Army, which he served from 1941 to 1945, in North Africa, Italy, and Sicily, earning a Silver Star. After WWII he worked for the Kroger Grocery Stores. He then learned the carpenter trade from Lee Vincent, and later started Dunlap Builders, where he was a noted home builder and cabinet maker. He is survived by one son Richard (Karen) Dunlap of Deckerville, two daughters, Gaye (Steve) Bauer of Faribault, MN., and Karen (Joe) Allen of Sandusky, ten grandchildren, and five great grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Also, three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Marion (Stanley) Dunlap, Mrs. Florence (Floyd) Baumeister, and Mrs. Carol (Don) Baumeister. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kathy, five brothers and three sisters Nelson L. Dunlap's "Legacy of Life" service will be 11:00 AM., Saturday in the Apsey Funeral Home. Rev. Paul Castle of Countryside Free Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Downing Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8:00 PM., Friday, and from 10:00 AM., Saturday until the time of service. Memorials may be given to Autumnwood of Deckerville, Snay Cemetery Association, or United Hospice. His was a life well lived. Arrangements by Apsey Funeral Home, Deckerville, MI |
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Nancy Amesbury, 70, of Boyne City, died Jan. 3, 2009, at the Hiland Cottage of Hospice of Little Traverse Bay in Petoskey. |
Naomi Haines, 88, of Alanson, died Jan. 1, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Nelson Sterken, age 85 of Zeeland, passed away Friday, January 2, 2009. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Ben, Art, Leon and Alvin Sterken. He was a lifelong member of North Street Christian Reformed Church.  Nelson served his country in the Army during the Korean War as an x-ray technician and retired from Buss Machine. He is survived by his brother and sister: James and Lee Sterken of Zeeland, Esther and Lee De Vries of Jenison; Sister-in-law: Pearl Sterken of Kalamazoo and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Monday at the North Street Christian Reformed Church with the Reverends John Klompien and Arthur Besteman officiating. Visitation will be 4-7 pm Sunday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in New Gronigen Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Lakeshore Senior Care. An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com. |
Orval U. "Cork" Heath, age 91, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008, at the Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on May 16, 1917 in Vanwert, Ohio, the son of Uriah and Julia (Purk) Heath. |
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Paul E. Funk, age 70, of Clayton died Jan. 3, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born Jan. 25, 1938, in Fairfield Township to Noah T. and Rosezella (Tuttle) Funk. He married Diana Stites on March 25, 1983, and she survives. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Paul had been employed by General Motors and was also a part-time farmer. He enjoyed fishing and golfing. He was a member of the Morenci Bible Fellowship Church. In addition to his wife, Diana, he is survived by three daughters, Victoria (John) Wollet of Clayton, Tina Ruff of Adrian and Anne (Lamar) Yoder of Lawton, Okla.; a son, Thomas (Jessica) Ruff of Manitou Beach; a granddaughter, Cherie Funk of Hudson; two brothers, Carl Funk of Hanover, Mich., and Noah Funk of Seminole, Fla.; two sisters, Ruth Rickard of Adrian and Jennifer Funk of Adrian; eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and two great-great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Ronald Funk; a granddaughter, Karene; and a great-great-grandson, Gabriel. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastors Jim Yatzek, Dave Sharp and Noah J. Funk officiating. Burial will be in Canandaigua Cemetery with full military rites. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, from 4 to 8 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 Hospice of Lenawee or to the donor’s choice. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Peggy Lou Chiapuzio, 59, of Anvil Location, Bessemer, died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, at Columbia St. Mary's Hospital, Milwaukee. |
Peter John Otter was born June 26, 1927 in Waltz from the union of the late Peter and the late Florence C. (Eberline) Otter. |
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Raymond “Ernie” Krauss, 44, of Hillsdale, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center in Hillsdale. He was born Oct. 22, 1964, in Monroe, the son of Raymond J.H. and Ruth Y. (Morey) Krauss. He volunteered with the Hillsdale Community Theater, was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Hillsdale and he was a dedicated, devoted loving father and will be forever missed in his family’s and loved ones’ hearts until the day we are rejoined together in heaven. Raymond is survived by his parents, Raymond and Ruth Krauss of Hillsdale, his sons Matthew R. Krauss of Hillsdale and Nicolas E. Krauss of Cummings, Ga; by his sister, Cindy (Krauss) Russell and her husband Joseph and their children: Micah, Bethany, Abbey and Joel. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Brown VanHemert Funeral Home in Hudson with Pastor Brian Nutter officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Adrian. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and from noon until time of service Thursday. Memorials are suggested to the Calvary Baptist Church in Hillsdale. Read this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
BOTTGER, Richard H. - Of Clio, age 61, died Monday, December 29, 2008. A memorial service is being planned for Saturday, January 24, 2009 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Complete obituary will appear at a later date or visit www.oguinnfh.com. |
Richard H. Oleniczak, 82, of Manistee, died Dec. 31 at West Shore Medical Center. The Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Rylee A. Shull, 12 days old, died Dec. 31, 2008, at Parkview North in Fort Wayne, Ind. She was born Dec. 19, 2008, in Fort Wayne to Jeremiah D. and Danielle (Bolinger) Shull of LaGrange, Ind. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange.   |
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"RITA" Age 90 of Riverview. Beloved wife of Ernest. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Please call John Molnar Funeral Home Southgate Chapel, 734-285-1515, for visitation and service times. www.molnarfuneralhome.com |
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Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover at Common (12 1/2 Mile Road). Funeral service Wednesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Please share memories at: |
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Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (between Ford and Cherry Hill). Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Fund. To leave a message of condolence for the family log on to |
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on January 6, 2009 at Phillips Funeral Home (122 W. Lake South Lyon), from 2-9 p.m. Rosary will be prayed at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Wednesday at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church (830 S. Lafayette) in South Lyon. Final visitation will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the church. On-line guestbook at |
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Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home 17000 Middlebelt Rd. (S. of 6 Mile) Tuesday from 4-9 p.m. with Services Wednesday at 10 a.m. Share a memory at |
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BAYSIDE, Wis.   --   Scott Thomas Makela, 45, of Bayside and Wakefield, Mich., died Wednesday, Dec.   31, 2008, as a result of a snowmobile accident. |
Shirley A. (Keeler) Fields, 79 years, of Sun City Center, Florida and previously of Sylvania, OH and Temperance, MI, died Friday December 19, 2008 in South Bay Hospital after a brave five month battle with Congestive Heart Failure. |
Stanley R. Modreski, 67, of Manistee, died Dec. 31 at his home. The Herbert Funeral Home in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Sue Carrie Melvin, 72, of Enid,Ohio, loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, was born to John Rennels and Sarah Babet (Vincent) McClain on Oct. 4, 1936, in Bird Lake, and went home to be with her Lord on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008, at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Enid, Okla. Sue grew up in Jerome and attended North Adams High School.  She moved to sunny California, where she met the love of her life, William Melvin. In 1962, she married William D. Melvin in Spring Valley, Calif. Sue was a homemaker and enjoyed spending precious time with her family and grandchildren. Even though she was so far away from her parents and siblings, they were always close to her heart. When her daughter and son-in-law decided to move to Enid, she soon followed in 1997. There was no keeping her away from her grandchildren. She is survived by one daughter, Tina Rodriguez and husband Ramiro of Enid; three grandchildren, Candice Rose Chavez, Christian Michael Rodriguez, and Ciara Alexis Rodriguez; and one great-grandchild, Natalia Rose Chavez, all of Enid; four brothers, Tom, Johnny, Ronnie and Terry McClain; and three sisters, Dorothy Thomas, Barbara Griffin and Claribel Cook. Sue was preceded in death by her husband William D. Melvin and one sister Mary Jane Hansen. A memorial service will be at a later date in the Jerome Methodist Church in Jerome.  Burial will be in the Somerset Center Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are by Anderson-Burris Funeral Home, Enid. Condolences may be made online at www.andersonburris.com. |
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QUINNESEC, Mich -- Susan R. Buckman, 60, of 841 Christine Court, Quinnesec, formerly of Bergland, passed away Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008, at Dickinson County Memorial Hospital in Iron Mountain. |
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KANKAKEE, Ill. -- Susanna "Sue" Bugni, 75, of Kankakee, died Dec. 25, 2008, at Manor Care Nursing Home in Kankakee. |
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HURLEY, Wis. -- Sylvia Kangas, 102, of Hurley, died on Tuesday,   Dec. 30, 2008, in Ironwood, Mich. |
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Monday, January 5, 2009 from 3:00-9:00 p.m. at Voran Funeral Home (Allen Park Chapel), 5900 Allen Rd. Funeral Tuesday in state 10:00 a.m. with a 10:30 a.m. Mass of Resurrection at St. Sebastian Church (Dearborn), 20710 Colgate. Please visit our on-line obituary/ guestbook at |
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at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Rd., (btwn. 14-15 Mile Rds.) Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 11 a.m. at Highland Park Baptist Church, 28600 Lahser Rd., Southfield. Friends may visit at church beginning at 10 a.m. www.lynchfuneraldirectors.com |
TRUDY M. SHAHBAZ DECKERVILLE Trudy M. Shahbaz, age 87, of Deckerville, died Friday December 19, 2008 in her home. She was born October 6, 1921 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late John and Mary (Teevin) Diederich. She married Joseph B. Shahbaz on February 27, 1945 in Chicago. He preceded in death on July 1, 2003. Survived by three sons; Kenneth of Greensboro, NC., Daniel of Stevensville and Robert of Deckerville. Funeral Mass was in St. Mary Catholic Church, Port Sanilac. Arrangements by the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home. |
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Saturday 11 a.m. until time of Service 3 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. www.mccabefuneralhome.com |
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Victor Emanuel Badalamenti, was born February 8, 1926 in Monroe, Michigan. |
Victor E. Badalamenti, 82, of Frenchtown Twp., died Friday. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
GREENHAM, Wanda E. Of Kalamazoo Passed away January 1, 2009 at her home. She was born June 26, 1945. Surviving Wanda are her husband, two sons, 16 grandchildren; one great grandchild; and three step children. A memorial service will be held Friday, 11:00 AM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. with a 1-hour visitation preceding the service, 10-11:00 AM. Memorials may be directed to Gift of Life. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. |
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William Dale Mallow, age 84, a well-known Bronson, Mich. area farmer, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at  Sturgis Hospital.  He had been in failing health. Dale was born March 5, 1924, in Noble Township, a son of Clint and Maude (Roberts) Mallow, was a lifelong resident and graduated from Burr Oak High School.  He first married Dorothy Monroe.  She died in 1946.  He then married Marion (Foss) King on March 12, 1951, in Angola, Ind.  She died July 16, 2003. Dale was a member of the Branch County Farm Bureau, served on the Branch County Road Commission for several years and was a member of the Board of Directors of the former First of America Bank in Bronson.  He was also a buyer for Westfall Stock Yards for many years. Dale so enjoyed farming that he considered raising cattle as a hobby. Surviving are his sons and daughters-in-law, Lloyd and Ruth Mallow and Leslie and Carole Mallow, all of Bronson; stepson and daughter-in-law, Eugene and Thelma King of Bronson; grand children, Jim Mallow and Kim Coney; step-granddaughters Brenda Bennett of Bronson, Lori Winchell of Charlotte, S. C., andAmy Butcher of Burr Oak; and seven step grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2–8 p.m. today at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday with Rev. Dale Walterhouse officiating. Interment will follow in Fry Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to Pleasant Hill Missionary Church.   |
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William Dale Mallow, age 84, a well known Bronson area farmer, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008 at the Sturgis Hospital. He had been in failing health. Dale was born March 5, 1924 in Noble Twp., son of Clint and Maude (Roberts) Mallow. He was a lifelong resident and graduated from Burr Oak High School. He first married Dorothy Monroe. She died in 1946. He then married Marion (Foss) King on March 12, 1951 in Angola, Ind. She died July 16, 2003. Dale was a member of the Branch County Farm Bureau, served on the Branch County Road Commission for several years and was a member of the Board of Directors of the former First of America Bank in Bronson. He was also a buyer for Westfall Stock Yards for many years.  Dale so enjoyed farming that he considered raising cattle as a hobby. Surviving Mr. Mallow are his sons and daughters-in-law, Lloyd and Ruth Mallow and Leslie and Carole Mallow all of Bronson, step daughter-in-law Thelma King of Sturgis; grand children Jim Mallow  and Kim Coney; great grandchildren Jael Mallow and Caleb Mallow; step-granddaughters Brenda Bennett of Bronson, Lori Winchell of Charlotte, S.C., Amy Butcher of Burr Oak; and seven step-great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his two wives and his step-son Eugene King. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009 at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson with Rev. Dale Walterhouse officiating. Interment will follow in Fry Cemetery. The family received friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 2– 8 p.m. Friday. Memorial donations are suggested to Pleasant Hill Missionary Church. |
William Francis Durkin, age 58, of Monroe, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at Henry Ford Medical Center in Detroit. |
William R. Frase Adrian William R. Frase, Sr., age 75, of Adrian, passed away Friday, (December 26, 2008) at Bixby Medical Center. Bill is survived by his former wife, Geraldine Frase of Brooklyn and their children, William (Cindy) Frase, Jr. of Farmington, NM, Shelly (Gary) Markiewicz of Brooklyn, Sharon (James) Ragan of Morenci, Laurie (Jack Minster) Frase of Adrian and Lisa Frase of Albuquerque, NM; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three brothers, John Wahles and Edward Frase, both of Flint, and David Frase of TN; and two sisters, Geraldine Reasoner and Helen Calhane, both of Flint. He was preceded in death by sisters, Carrie, Dora and Bernadine, and one brother, Howard. Those wishing to make a contribution in memory of Bill may direct their gifts to the DAV Building Fund. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. At Bill's request cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Jennifer Griffith Wagley Funer |
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