ALLEN J. GUIGAR BROWN CITY Allen J. Guigar, age 54, of Brown City, died January 5, 2009 in Marlette. He was born November 13, 1954 in Yale to Thomas and Janet Guigar. He graduated from Peck High School, Class of 1972. Allen was the yardman for many years for Ramsey's Wood in Marlette. He enjoyed being with friends, woodworking, hunting and reading. He is survived by his father Thomas A. Guigar, eight siblings; Thomas Jr., Carla, Mark (Sue), Ed, John, Albert (Jackie), Carol and Pete (Betty) Guigar, also special friends; Charlie and Sarah Maitland, Gene and Sissy Hampton, Boyd, Pam, Kelsey and Erica Ramsey. He was preceded in death by his mother, Janet and a sister, Grace. Memorials may be made to United Hospice of Marlette. Cremation arrangements by Carman Funeral Home. |
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AMMA SNYDER LEXINGTON Amma Snyder, age 97, died Monday, January 12, 2009 in Port Huron. She was born December 11, 1911 in Saskatoon, Sask., Canada, daughter of the late Paul and Eva Krivoshein. She and Earl E. Snyder were married February 1934 in Wayne. He died in 1978. Amma was a seamstress who taught sewing at area trade schools. She was a member of the Bishop Sewing Center. Surviving is her daughter; Judy (Tom) Stockman of Lexington, son; Jerry (Joan) of Walled Lake, one brother; Amos Krivoshein of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 4 pm Wednesday in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington with Rev. Donald Eppenbrock, Pastor of St. Denis Catholic Church officiating. Burial will follow at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Friends may call from 10 am to 4 pm Wednesday. Memorials are suggested to Heartland Hospice. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes. |
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ANN MARIE CHRISTIE FORESTER TOWNSHIP Ann Marie Christie, age 88, of Forester Twp., formerly of Southgate, died Tuesday January 6, 2009 in the home of her son. She was born July 26, 1920 in Detroit to the late James and Caroline (Brabenec) Schauer. She married Clifford E. Christie Sr. On March 2, 1946, he preceded in death March 30, 2005. Ann was an employee of the Lincoln Park Sears store for many years. She volunteered at one of the soup kitchens in Detroit, loved to read, and was known as the family care giver. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law; Corky and Linda Christie of Forester Twp., one daughter; Ms. Barbara Linden of Fla., two grandsons; Jeff (Jennifer) Linden of Fla., and Tim (Tracy) Linden of Texas, four great grandchildren; James, William, Lieve, and Annie, also one brother; Richard (Yvette) Schauer of Southgate. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Ann Marie Christie were held at the Port Sanilac United Methodist Church with Rev. Eric Johnson officiating. Internment was at Sunset Valley Crematory. Memorials may be given to Heartland Hospice. Arrangements by Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home. |
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Arend “Odee” Lenderink, age 71, of Grand Haven, entered his heavenly home on Sunday, January 11, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland.  We cried “No, not yet,” but God whispered his name, the clouds parted, the sun broke through, and our beloved Arend “Odee” Lenderink who followed the Lord as he lived his live, entered his heavenly home.  We prayed for a miracle to be healed from the leukemia, not realizing Odee was our miracle, and we thank our Lord for every day we were blessed with him.  Odee was born on June 24, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, to Arend and Jennie (Wigboldy) Lenderink.  He also served in the U.S. Army.  He was married to Katheryn Vander Velde from 1958 until she passed away in 1988.  In 1990, Odee married Wanda (Grashuis) Huizenga.  Odee owned and operated Englewood-Littleton-Arapahoe Rubbish Removal for 14 years, then went on to be the regional manager of Waste Management Company for 17 years.  He served as a deacon, elder, and school board president at Unity Christian in Hudsonville. Odee is preceded in death by his mother and father; sister, Audrey Gesink; brother, Gary Lenderink, and his wife, Lynn.  He is survived by his wife, Wanda; daughters, Denise (Ray) Vander Wal, Cheryl (Jeff) Opgenorth of Denver, CO, Jacqueline (Mark) Gerlofs of Hudsonville,  Valerie (Mike) Herder of Highlands Ranch, CO, and Tamara (Paul) Vander Kuyl of Holland; stepdaughters, Melissa (Greg) Markvluwer of Hudsonville, and Sara Huizenga-Lubbers of Grand Haven; stepson, Brett (Greta) Huizenga of Hudsonville; sisters, Anna Jean (Dan) Spykstra, Beverly (George) Klomp, Barbara Lenderink, and Bonnie (John) Meyer; brothers, Howard (Joan) Lenderink, and Thomas (Lori) Lenderink; brother-in-law, David Gesink; mother-in-law, Willemina Grashuis; as well as 27 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.  Odee’s service will be at 11:00 on Thursday, January 15, 2009, at Christ Memorial Church. Interment will be at Blendon Township Cemetery in Hudsonville.  Visitation will be from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Tuesday and 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Klaassen Family Funeral Home.  A Celebration of Life will be on Monday, January 19, 2009, at Third Christian Reformed Church in Denver, Colorado.  Memorial contributions can be made to Denver Christian Schools, Hudsonville Christian Schools, and Grand Haven Christian Schools. Please visit www.klaassenfuneralhome.com  to sign Odee’s on-line guest book or share a memory with his family.  Arrangements by Klaassen Family Funeral Home, 1500 Robbins Rd. in Grand Haven.             |
Arthur Charles Reed was born on August 11, 1934 in Charleston, West Virginia from the union of the late Furd Reed and the late Ellen (Reece) Reed. He married his love Terry King on July 1, 1968 in Detroit, Michigan. |
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Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
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Audrey McFarland-Riggs, age 51 of North Adams, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009 at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian. She was born on June 28, 1957 in Detroit to William R. and Dorothy C. (Jennings) McFarland. She married Garry E. Riggs on Dec. 30, 2006 in Homer and he survives. Audrey lived her early life in Taylor, then at age 15 she moved to Onsted. She attended Eureka Heights Schools in Taylor and then she graduated from Onsted High School in 1975. Audrey worked for Penrickton Center for the Blind Children for 13 years. She then worked for Helping Hands in Jackson, then for Foote Hospital in Jackson. She was then employed at Hillsdale Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale for the past year. She enjoyed raising her children, enjoyed flowers and bird watching. Surviving besides her husband Garry are three sons, Sami Salameh of Dearborn, Ibrahim Salameh of North Adams, Garry Riggs, Jr. of Adrian; three daughters, Nadia Salameh of North Adams, Angela Salameh of North Adams, Merissa Riggs of Hillsdale; four grandchildren, Garry Riggs, III, Alex Lopez, Angel Riggs, Harmony Riggs; her parents, William and Dorothy McFarland of North Adams; one brother, Dale W. (Linda) McFarland of New Boston, Mich.; two nieces, Shirley Anne and Amanda McFarland.     Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Rob Corbin officiating. Burial will take place in Pease Cemetery, Wheatland Township. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com. |
BEULAH M. BLOOME LEXINGTON Beulah M. Bloome, age 86, of Lexington, died Thursday, January 8, 2009 in Mercy Hospital, Port Huron. She was born May 28, 1922 in Cheboygan, daughter of the late Tom and Catherine (July) Elliott. She and Albert E. Bloome were married August 1, 1942 in East Detroit. He died August 5, 2001. Beulah loved to cook and sew. Surviving are her children; Albert T. (Barbara) of Fort Gratiot, Sandra K. (Harlan) Gardner of Salome, AZ and Joyce A. (Ken) Westbrook of Croswell, her sister; Shirley (Ed) Shenkosky of Harper Woods, grandchildren; Stacie (Ty) Stone, Marc (Tracey) Gardner, Alison (Lino) Mendoza, Michael Bloome, Sgt. Jeremy (Jennifer) Beckett and Jessica Westbrook, six great grandchildren; Mya and Austin Mendoza, Mallory and Morgan Gardner and Ethan and Aidan Beckett, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers; Ken, Loren and Earl Elliott, sisters; Marie Tepke, Irene Berry and Noella Langin. Funeral services were held at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington with Rev. Linda Fuller from Bethel United Methodist officiated. Memorials are suggested to the family. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Lexington. |
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Benjamin Houghton 'Ben' Chynoweth Sr. Thursday, January 15, 2009 2:04 AM |
ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Benjamin Houghton "Ben" Chynoweth Sr., 73, of Ontonagon, passed away Jan. 13, 2009, with his family by his side. |
Betty M. Stahl, 84, of Monroe died at 5:10 p.m. Tuesday at Tendercare of Monroe. Arrangements by Bennett-Prochnow Funeral Home. |
Betty M. Stahl, 84, of Monroe, passed away January 13, 2009 at 5:10 p.m. in Tendercare of Monroe. Born July 30, 1923 in Monroe, she was the daughter of Louis and Myrl (Marshall) Pearsall. She married Eldon Stahl May 30, 1964 at St. |
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Blenda Genevie Johns, age 92, of Holland,  died Tuesday January 14, 2009, at The Boersma Cottage in Resthaven Care Community of Holland.                       She was born, raised, and lived most of her life in Holland. She attended Holland Public Schools.  She worked at West Michigan Laundry and Ideal Dry Cleaners of Holland.  She was a volunteer with the Red Cross of Holland as “Gray Lady”.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Virgil LeRoy Johns in 1999; son, Larry Johns in 2002; daughter, Jackie Vander Ploeg in 2003; son-in-law, Jerry Vander Ploeg in 2005; granddaughter, Nancy Lynn Newman in 1987; granddaughter-in-law, Sherry VanderPloeg  in 2004. Her family includes her children, Ron and Nancy Johns of Wilmore, Kentucky, Bruce and Marti Johns; daughter-in-law, Pat Johns, both of Holland; 11 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Virginia and Bill Wilson of Florida; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Visiting will be from 3-4 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2009, Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 295 Douglas Ave., Holland. Services will be 4 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Saugatuck.  The family would like to express their gratitude to everyone at The Boersma Cottage for the special loving care they gave to Blenda. Memorials may be made to Resthaven Care Community in care of the Boersma Cottage or American Red Cross “Gray Ladies Aid”. For more information, visit www.lifestorynet.com. |
Buford G. Mathews passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2009. Arrangements are being handled by the Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home in Gladwin. |
CHARLOTTE JANE YOUNG-LANAVILLE SILVERWOOD Charlotte Jane Young-Lanaville, age 71, of Silverwood, died Saturday, January 10, 2009 at Marlette Hospice Residence in Marlette, Michigan. She was born November 07, 1937 in Brown City, Michigan the daughter of the late Arthur and Vera (Baer) Young. She was a lifelong area resident, a graduate of Brown City High School. Charlotte worked at Metalcraft in Marlette and then at Ligon Brothers Manufacturing Company in Almont. Charlotte is survived by her husband; Raymond Lanaville, three sons; Craig (Jennine) Lanaville of Wilson, Daryl (Suzette) Lanaville of Wilson, Mark (Nicole) Lanaville of Wilson, one daughter; Leesa Lanaville of St. Ignace, one sister; Nancy Charles of Port Huron, several grand, great and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Lane Lanaville, and a brother, Duane Young. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at 1:30 pm at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette with Pastor Harry Rogers officiating. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Brown City. Memorials may be given to any organization of the donors personal choice. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, www.marshfuneral.com |
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Calvin “Cal” Beaubien, age 83, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility where he had been under the constant care of his loving family. Cal was born March 4, 1925, in Milan, Mich., the oldest son of Leo and Rose (Serin) Beaubien. During the Korean War he served in the Army.  On April 30, 1949, Calvin married Anna May Pelham in Hudson, Mich. Annie, his wife of more than 50 years, preceded him in death in 2000. Cal was well-known in the Adrian community. For 44 years he owned and operated Cal’s Amoco, retiring in 1991. He was a faithful member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where he counted the offerings for 67 years. Cal was a member of the Knights of Columbus #1665, Annis-Fint Post #1584 of the VFW, Loyal Order of the Moose #1034 and the Farmers Antique Tractor and Engine Association. He was also a former Scout Master and delivered Meals on Wheels.  Most precious to Cal was his family. Survivors include his seven children, Cathy Beaubien (Mark VanSteenkiste), Pat (Steve) Mills, both of Adrian; Mike (Sherrie) Beaubien of Manitou Beach, Dan (Becki) Beaubien, Barb (Mark) Stewart, Steve Beaubien and Tom (Cindy) Beaubien, all of Adrian; 10 grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. Also surviving is a brother, Leon (Bertie) Beaubien of Hudson; and two sisters, Marie (George) Libs and Catherine (Ray) Pelham, both of Adrian. In addition to his wife, Cal was preceded in death by an infant son, James; a grandson, Ryan Mills; and two sisters, Rita Beaubien and Ethel Simpson. The Funeral Mass for Cal will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Robert Schramm presiding. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at Wagley Funeral Home on Friday from 1 to 8 p.m. where a Prayer Vigil will be held at 7 p.m. You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at   www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Cal may be made to St. Mary’s Food Pantry, the Farmers Antique Tractor and Engine Association or Lenawee Medical Care Facility, where he received wonderful care. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.   |
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Carl Peppiatt, age 96, of rural Quincy, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 14, 2009.  Mr. Peppiatt was born June 2, 1912 in Cherry Hill, to Albert and Dora (Scott) Peppiatt. He resided in Michigan for the majority of his life and became a minister of the Assemblies of God denomination in 1946.  He was a member of the Hillsdale Assembly of God, where he served as chaplain. He also belonged to the Historical Society, Sheriff’s Association, national and local American Association of Retired Persons and he was Chaplain of the Golden Agers at the Hillsdale Senior Center. On Nov. 6, 1934, he married the former Opal McIntyre and she preceded him in death in 2007. Survivors include daughter Dorothy (James) Hixson of Phoenix, Ariz., sons Paul (Shirley) Peppiatt of Quincy and Daniel Peppiatt of Coldwater, nine grandchildren and many great grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, brother Kenneth Peppiatt of White Lake and sisters Mary Hamilton of Kalamazoo, Yvonne (Charles) Ward of Punta Gorda, Fla. and Betty (Thomas) Withrow of Fort Myers, Fla. He was also preceded in death by sisters Joann Huntley and Helen Howard. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 11 a.m., at the Hillsdale Assembly of God with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. Interment will follow in Fisher Hill Cemetery, Branch County. Visitation is scheduled Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy. Memorials are suggested to the Hillsdale Assembly of God or CHC Hospice. |
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Carol Jean Pierce, age 81, of Ottawa Lake, MI passed away Monday, January 12, 2009, at Lake Park Comfort Care, Sylvania. |
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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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ELLSWORTH - Catherine Ellsworth. aged 86, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2009. A Memorial Service will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17 at Koinonia Church, 707 Eastern Ave. SE. Surviving are her son, John Jr.; five grandchildren; several great grandchildren; four sisters; several nieces and nephews. A complete obituary can be viewed at www.stegengafuneralchapel.com Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Chapel |
Catherine Long, age 86, of Flat Rock, MI died on January 14, 2009, in Brownstown, MI. |
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Chance Jerred Speck, age 23, of Rome City, Ind., died on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a snowmobile accident on Sylvan Lake. He was born in Kendallville on Sept. 9, 1985, to Frank D. Speck and Sharrita (Miller) Carpenter. Chance was working on his General Education Diploma and was recently approved for a grant to begin obtaining his CDL license.  He was working for Jake's Landscaping of Rome City. Chance loved spending time with his two boys, hunting, fishing and farming.  He enjoyed snowmobiling, four wheeling, and motorcross sports.  Survivors include: mother and stepfather, Sharrita and Mitch Carpenter of Westler Lake, near Wolcottville; father, Frank D. Speck of South Carolina; sons, Logan and Lance Speck of Kendallville; mother of his children, April Blankenship of Kendallville; brothers, Chase and Sara Paduano of Rome City, Chanden Lawson of Wolcottville and Dalton Speck of Ohio; grandmother, Treva Miller of Rome City; grandparents, Jim and Faith Carpenter of Sturgis, Mich.; aunts, Susan L. Miller of Rome City and Sally and Jim Baugues of Lafayette, Ind.; and cousins, Nathan and Ashley Baugues of Lafayette.  He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Glenn Miller Jr. who died Oct. 24, 2006, and grandparents, Frank and Dorothy Speck  Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Friday at Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville. Funeral Services will be held  at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Hite Funeral Home. Officiating the funeral service will be Pastor Brad Garrett. Burial will be at Woodruff Cemetery in Wolcottville, Ind. Preferred memorials may be made to LaGrange County 4-H ATV Club or 4-H Shooting Sports. View a video tribute by Friday or send condolences to the family at www.hitefuneralhome.com.   |
Charles F. Stenger, Jr. of Beaverton, age 87, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009. |
Charles was born July 25, 1937, in Detroit, Michigan, from the union of the late Charles Russell Bailey and the late Hilda (Korolishin) Bailey. Charles was the first of two children. |
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Charles William “Chuck” Gumpp of Burton, formerly of Hillsdale passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2009 at his home. He was born Oct. 31, 1978 in Jackson the son of his father, Thomas Gochanour; his mother, Brenda (Bowditch) Gumpp and his second father, Gerold “Gary” Gumpp. He is survived by his mother, Brenda Gumpp and her companion, Earl Barker of Grand Blanc; his father, Thomas Gochanour of Hillsdale; grandparents, Frank and Roberta Day of Osseo; two half-sisters, Jennifer Wood and Heidi Gochanour; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his second father, Gary Gumpp and his grandmother, Florence Gumpp. Chuck attended Hillsdale High School and received his G.E.D. He continued his education at Western Michigan University and graduated on Dec. 11, 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Management and a minor in Economics. He worked as a manager at Rite Aid in Almont and he was a member of the Eagles Lodge. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Charles William “Chuck” Gumpp will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 2 p.m. Saturday. Interment will take place in the Waldron Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.   |
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Cynthia Jean Heetderks, age 77, of Holland, died Tuesday, January 13, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Cynthia was born to Henry and Henrietta Heetderks, raised and lived her whole life in the Holland area. She was a former member of Pillar CRC and current member of First Baptist Church of Holland.  She currently was residing at The Boersma Cottage at Resthaven in Holland.   Her family includes her brother, Justin and Joann Heetderks of Holland; sister, Betty and Wesley Drost of Hamilton; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.   Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at The Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 188 W. 32nd St., with Rev. Timothy Quinn officiating. Visiting will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday at The Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home.  Burial will be  in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Holland or to Resthaven Care Community in care of The Boersma Cottage. Please visit www.lifestorynet .com to sign Cynthia's online registry, or share a photo.   |
Dennis C. Scott, 65, passed away with his family by his side at the Lifepath Hospice Center in Sun City, Fla., at 4:45 p.m. on Dec. 23, 2008. He and his wife lived at the Little Manatee Manufactured Home Park in Wimauma, Fla., for the past 5 years. |
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Donald L. Brewer, 78, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born Aug. 13, 1930. There will be a memorial mass for Don Brewer 11 a.m. Saturday 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. |
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Donald R. Skeels, age 89, of Adrian passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Don was born May 5, 1919, the son of Wayland and Fern (Pratt) Skeels. He graduated from Adrian High School. Don attended Adrian College before transferring to Detroit Business College where he received his Bachelor’s Degree.  On Oct. 18, 1947, Donald married Marion Roberts in Detroit. Marion, his wife of more than 61 years, survives. For 35 years Don sold Prudential Insurance in Adrian, retiring in 1979. In his retirement he worked for the Sheriff’s Department as a bailiff. Don was a member of the First United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Elks, the Moose and the American Legion. Trips to Wisconsin and Traverse City to see his grandchildren, when he was able, were very important to Don. He was a familiar spectator at the Siena Heights soccer field watching his local grandchildren play. In addition to his wife, Don is survived by three sons, Donald (Lorie) Skeels of Stoughton, Wis., Mark (Mary) Skeels of Clayton and Matthew (Kim) Skeels of Traverse City; seven grandchildren, Sam, Ben, Emily, Ethan, Zach, Alison and Leah; and five great-grandchildren, Sophy, Silas, Ayda, Henry and Lyra. Also surviving are his siblings, Wilma Welch, Dorman Skeels, Kenneth Skeels of Adrian, Gerald Skeels and Victor Skeels. Don was preceded in death by a sister, Natalie and two brothers, Wayland and Charles. The funeral service for Don will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Chris Brundage officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian where military honors will be conducted by the Annis-Fint Post #1584 of the VFW. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. Contributions in memory of Don may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
Dr. Paul V. Braden, 77, died Jan. 10, 2009. |
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Esther Ann Doe, age 90, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Thursday morning, Jan. 15, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Oct. 1, 1918, in Detroit, a daughter of the late Remy F. and Mary Ann (Vervondel) D’Haene. Esther had resided in Sturgis since 1958, coming from Flint. On Oct. 23, 1937, she married Henry L. “Hap” Doe in Detroit. He died Sept. 27, 2004. She was an active member of Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis where she was a member of the Altar Society. She was also a member of the Klinger Lake Country Club and the Klinger Lake Country Club Bridge Club. For many years Esther volunteered her time with the Sturgis Hospital Loan Guild. She enjoyed reading and playing cards and was happiest when she was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving are: three sons, Jerry (Vicki) Doe of Estero, Fla., Robert Doe of Las Vegas, Nev., and Michael (Debbie) Doe of Sturgis; a daughter, Joan “Joannie” Doe of Sturgis; six grandchildren, Cathy M. Doe of Benson, Ariz., Connie Ann (Mike) Ware of Benson, Ariz., Chris Doe of Naples, Fla.; Alex M. Doe of Boston, Mass., Sara A. Doe of Sturgis and Kayla E. Doe of Sturgis; and eight great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St. Sturgis where the rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. The funeral Mass celebrating the life of Esther Doe will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Father Richard Altine will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Doe’s memory consider the Holy Angels Catholic Church, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.Tributes.com.   |
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Eunice Fern Fraylick, age 90, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early Sunday evening Jan. 11, 2009, at Thurston Woods Villa in Sturgis. She was born Feb. 10, 1918, in Florence Township, Mich., a daughter of the late Johnny Raymond and Abigail Arzilla (Allen) White. Eunice had resided in Sturgis since 1955, coming from Constantine. On May 13, 1941, she married Ralph Leon Fraylick in Sturgis. They enjoyed 50 years of marriage together until his death on Dec. 15, 1993. Eunice was a homemaker and had also worked as a beautician. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis where for many years she taught Sunday school. She enjoyed volunteering her time at her church and also at the Sturgis Hospital. Eunice loved books, reading and crafts. She was always making lots of goodies for her children and grandchildren. Surviving are: four daughters, Karen Stukey of Sturgis, Paula (Paul) Merrifield of Fairbanks, Alaska, Sherry (John) King of Rochester Hills and Pamela (Jack) Armstrong of Three Rivers; a son, Larry Fraylick of Sturgis; 11 grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, five step-great-grandchildren, and two step-great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Gladys Bohm of Centreville; a brother, Junior (Marie) White of Three Rivers; a sister-in-law, Ellen White of Sturgis; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Charles White and Carl White; a granddaughter, Cindy Merrifield; and son-in-law, Melvin Stukey. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Eunice Fraylick will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Robert Keim of the First United Methodist Church and Pastor Glenn Russell, chaplain of Thurston Woods Village will officiate. Private burial will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests, in lieu of flowers memorial donations be directed to Thurston Woods Villa, 307 N. Franks Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.Tributes.com. |
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Evelyn M. Stites, 72, of Clayton, formerly of Fayette, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at her home. Funeral services for Evelyn will be 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. A complete obituary will be published in Thursday’s Daily Telegram. |
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Frank D. Nagy, 91, of Monroe died at 10:36 a.m. Tuesday at Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe, where he had been for the last week. He had been in poor health for 8 months. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. |
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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. |
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Wilbur Gene Haas, 77, of Hillsdale, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  He was born Aug. 12, 1931. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service at a later date at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Battle Creek. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. |
WISNIEWSKI, Genevieve (Godlesky) - Age 81, of Grand Blanc, died Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at her residence surrounded by her family, following a courageous battle with cancer. At her request, cremation has taken place. Memorial Mass will be held 10:30AM Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Holy Family Church, 11824 S. Saginaw St., Grand Blanc with Fr. Ken Coughlin, celebrant. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Cancer Society. On-line condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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TIFTON, Ga. -- George Joseph Baksic Jr., 51, died Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton. |
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Gerald C. “Jerry” Stevens, 62, of Riga passed away on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at the V.A. Hospital in Ann Arbor, Mich. Funeral services for Jerry will be held on Friday at 1 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. Visiting hours will be Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Joshua Stevens Scholarship Fund Blissfield Boy Scouts Troop #708. |
Gertrude M. Roestel 1915 - 2008 Gertrude Magdalena Roestel, 93, Pigeon, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at Home Sweet Home Retirement Manor in Pigeon. She was born in Pigeon on December 24, 1915, the daughter of the late J.F. Otto and Anna (Meyer) Rathje. She graduated as Salutatorian for the Pigeon High School class of 1934. On October 23, 1937 she was united in marriage to Henry Edward Roestel at St. John's Lutheran Church, Berne. They were married for almost 69 years when he preceded her in death on October 6, 2006. Gertrude was a homemaker throughout her lifetime. She enjoyed spending time with her family, as well as cooking and baking. She was a member of the McKinley Farm Bureau and the McKinley Happy Homemakers Extension. She was a faithful member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Berne, where she enjoyed church activities, especially the Women's Society and the Ladies Aid. She is survived by two sons, Leon (Janice) Roestel, Pigeon and Don (Peggy) Roestel, Pigeon; a daughter, Margie (Mike) Stevenson, Pigeon; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; three brothers, Alvin (Gladys) Rathje, Pigeon, Arnold (Harriet) Rathje, Solon, Ohio and Marlin (Marion) Rathje, Pigeon; several nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law, Geraldine Steinman, Pigeon. She was preceded in death by a sister, Esther Weaver. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 9, 2009 at St. John's Lutheran Church, Berne. Rev. James A. Gorsegner, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, Heartland Hospice or Home Sweet Home Retirement Manor. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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Glen Gordon Breault, Sr., age 60, of Engadine, passed away on Jan. 9, 2009, at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. |
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ROSS, Harold Of Kalamazoo Passed away January 10, 2009 at Bronson Hospital. He was born February 2, 1931 in Buchanan, MI, to the late Arthur and Gwendolyn (Miller) Ross. Harold was united in marriage on June 23, 1957, to the former Mary Ann DeHaan, who survives. Also surviving Harold are his children, Randy and Penny Ross, both of Kalamazoo; granddaughter, Jamie (Brian) Washburn. A memorial service will be held, Thursday at 12:30 PM, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 2031 E. Cork Street, Rev. Greg Silvey, officiating. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Memorials may be directed to the church. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 269-343-1508 |
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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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Henry T. Weber 1929-2008 Henry Theodore Weber, 79, Harbor Beach passed away on December 14, 2008. He was born on January 16, 1929 in Harbor Beach. He married Deanna (Krimsevig) and resided in Huber Heights, Ohio, Westerville, Ohio and West Bloomfield. Upon his divorce, he resided in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., Port St. Lucie, Fla., Chesaning and at the Veterans Home in Grand Rapids. Henry served in the Navy from 1951-1954 on the USS Chivo, where he received a Navy Occupation Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and a Good Conduct Medal. He attended Dayton University in Dayton, Ohio, where he received his bachelor's degree in Marketing. He was employed as a captain for the Great Lakes Steamship Co., as a plant manager for Burdett Oxygen of Detroit, as owner of Beeline Oxygen in West Palm Beach, Fla. and AA Pools of Lake Park, Fla. He loved polkas, fishing and was an avid golfer, even working for PGA of Port St. Lucie, Fla. as a tee master and ranger during his retirement years. He is survived by four children; two siblings, Martha Crofcheck, Troy and Paul Weber, Mount Clemens and four grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at Ramsey Funeral Home in Harbor Beach on January 16, 2009 at noon. Donations may be made to the Veterans Home in Grand Rapids or the charity of your choice. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home. |
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Hugh D. Blair, 91, of Jonesville, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, at Drews Village Green in Hillsdale. He was born Sept. 20, 1917, in Reading Township, to Thomas and Goldie (Masters) Blair. He was married May 31,1941, to Ann Buckness and she preceded him in death Dec. 12, 2000. Hugh lived his entire life in Hillsdale County and retired from Allied Products Corporation after 57 years of service. Hugh had a wonderful sense of humor and was liked and admired by all who had the opportunity to know him. Surviving are a son, Gerald (Nancy) Blair of Ivins, Utah; two grandsons, Steven (Jane) of Portland, Oregon and Thomas (Erika) of Salt Lake City, Utah and five great-grandchildren, Alexander, Katherine, Mackenzie, Audrey and Brandon. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and a brother. Memorial services for Hugh Blair will be 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13 at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with Pastor Gary Oliver officiating. Interment will take place at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. There will be no visitation or viewing. Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Michigan Society for the Blind or the American Cancer Society. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Inez R. Scuffham, 88, of Bessemer, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, in Hurley. |
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Irene Godlove, born on Sept. 23, 1920 to Benjamin and Jennie Perkowski, passed away on Dec. 27, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Tyrus; children, Linda (James) Brayton of Mason, David (DaeSun) Godlove of Cottonwood, Ariz., and Janis (Mark) Munro of Camden; grandchildren, Amy Schuster, John Dunham, Victoria Munro and Victoria Godlove; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Evelyn Phillips (Harriet); and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Jessie and Ted Magnuson, Helen and Frank Stirton, Kenneth Dunham. Irene was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, and enjoyed gardening, reading, crosswords, playing cards and bird watching. She worked at the Regent Restaurant with her three sisters and also at Sparks Corp. and then stayed at home to raise her family. Per her request, cremation has taken place, and no services will be held. To recognize her, contributions may be made to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility, 140 Mechanic, Hillsdale, MI 49242 “Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many thing; enter into the joy of the Lord” Matthew 25:23. |
DIETZ, James Edward - Age 70, of Fenton, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2009 at home. Funeral services will be 2PM Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton with Pastor Cliff Powell officiating. Visitation will be 11AM Thursday until time of service at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the family. Online condolences may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
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ONTONAGON, Mich. -- James L. Klein, Ontonagon, died early Wednesday morning, Jan. 14, 2009, at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, Wis. |
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James Henry “Hank” Wooster age 73, of Branch, Mich., and formerly of Sturgis, passed away Jan. 12, 2009, at home. He had been in failing health. Hank was born Feb. 3, 1935, in Bethel, Mich., the oldest son of the late James H. Wooster and Gladys (Decker) Wooster. He was a resident of Orland, Ind., where he graduated from Orland High School in 1953. Hank attended Purdue University for a short time. He married Erma Harris on Feb. 27, 1971, in Orland. Hank was the owner of the Burr Oak Shell station, a volunteer firefighter and police officer for Burr Oak. He was an employee at Boland Tire in Sturgis and Three Rivers, NW Welding in Sturgis and the St. Joseph County Road Commission in Centreville until his retirement in 1997. Most will remember Hank because of the hook that he wore on his right arm because of an accident he had as a teenager. Hank loved fishing, train collecting, small engine work and wood and metal working. Surviving Hank are: his wife, Erma (Harris), daughter of Donald E. Harris and Virginia Harris of Centreville and Eloise Kottenbrock of Burr Oak; his three sons, James P. Wooster of Ohio, Jody L. Wooster of LaGrange, Ind. and Jerry ( Kimberly) Wooster of White Pigeon; daughter, Josie (Jacob) Cossairt of Celebration, Fla.; his grandchildren Rebecca, Rylee and Raegen Wooster, Jaiden, Jeri Lynn and Joseph Wooster and Jared and Jenna Cossairt; his two sisters and brother-in-law, Pat (Kenny) Moffett of Sturgis and Agnes Strite of Waterloo, Ind.; his four brothers and sisters-in-law, Alvin (Ruth) Wooster of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., CJ (Carol) Wooster of Orland, Jerry (Wendy) Wooster of Orland, and Ray (Charlene) Wooster of White Pigeon; along with many nieces and nephews. Hanks' family will receive friends from 10 a.m. today until the time of a services at 11 a.m. today at Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center,  3060 W. US 10, Ludington, with Pastor Joe Hilyard officiating. Memorial contributions in memory of Hank may be directed to Hospice of Michigan or the Carr Fire & Rescue. |
Jane Hines, 67, of Monroe died at 1:12 p.m. Tuesday in Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
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Jeffrey Todd “J.T.” Smith, 38, of Rumsey Road in Pittsford, passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at his home. He was born on April 29, 1970, in Bryan, Ohio and was the son of Todd Keith and Linda (Haynes) Smith. J.T. was previously employed at Gendron in Pioneer, Ohio. He attended Lakeview Church in Merry Lake, Michigan and enjoyed playing pool and remodeling homes. Surviving Jeff are two daughters, Jessica Justus and Lindsay Messer; his fiancee, Tina Roehrs and her children, Tenika, Trevor, and Katelynn all of Pioneer; his mother, Linda Smith of Pittsford, three sisters, Chris Smith of Osseo, Shalene Smith of Hillsdale and Ellen (Norman) Osborn of Pittsford; one brother, Bruce (Cindy) Haynes of West Unity, Ohio; maternal grandparents, Bill (Joyce) Haynes of West Unity; two aunts, Wanda Smith of Allen, Washington and Kay (Tim) Price of Bryan; two uncles, Skip Wilson of Hillsdale and Billy Joe (Lisa) Haynes of Alvordton, Ohio; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, father, two children, Shawna and Kyle Pike, several aunts and uncles. A graveside service for Jeff will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Waldron Cemetery with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to the family to assist with funeral expenses. Family and friends can send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Joyce A. Conley Lapeer Joyce A. Conley, 56, a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away January 9, 2009. She was born June 12, 1952, in Flint, to Bobbie and Arlene (Underhill) McClelland. She married Chuck R. Conley on June 1, 1985 at the German Church, Lapeer. Mrs. Conley was very active at the American Legion Post #16, loved bowling and was a very social person. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Chuck Conley of Lapeer; children, Bobbie Jo (Matt) Pins of Lapeer, Lisa (Dennis) Lyons of Novi, Dennis (Jennifer) Conley of Brown City, Danny (Jodi) Conley of North Branch; 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bobbie and Arlene (Underhill) McClelland; brother, Bobbie; sister, Jane. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Auxiliary, Lapeer. Funeral services were held Tuesday (January 13, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Rev. Todd D. Smith officiated. |
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GLEASON, Julia - Age 101, of Flint, died Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at Crestmont Healthcare Center in Fenton. Private family services will be held in the spring at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the USO World Headquarters, Department WS, P.O. Box 96860, Washington, DC 20090-6860. Mrs. Gleason was born November 29, 1907 in Lynn, MA, the daughter of Danial and Eugenia (Kherri) Tutcoff. She married Arthur James Gleason in 1927 and he preceded her in death. Mrs. Gleason spent her entire life in show business with her husband, Arthur, first in Vaudeville and then traveling the world on USO during World War II and the Korean Conflict. Surviving are: daughter, Jeanne and husband, Russell Clark of Flint; two grandchildren, Christine Jones Ottman of Twinsburg, OH, Rusty Clark of Columbiaville; grand-daughter-in-law, Linda Clark of Midland; seven great-grandchildren. Her grandson, Kevin Clark and two brothers, Louis Tuczkowski and Walter Tutcoff also preceded her in death. Arrangements by Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Mr. Julius Essink, age 93, of Holland, died Monday, January 12, 2009, at Holland Hospital.  He was preceded in death by his first wife, Bertha; a great- granddaughter, Morgan Essink; and brother, Jerome Essink.  Julius was a member of Overisel Reformed Church where he served as an elder and Sunday school teacher.  He attended Western Michigan University for two years where he earned a degree in teaching.  He taught school in the Overisel and East Saugatuck area for four years.  Following teaching, Julius farmed in the Overisel area for many years.  He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Minnie; children, Orval “Junior” and Marilyn Essink of Zeeland, Marilyn Cranmer of Grand Rapids, Larry and Gay Vander Bie of Brooksville, FL, Rick and Gayle Vander Bie of Holland; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Mrs. Andrew (Muriel) Prins of Holland; in-laws, Mrs. Jerome (Anita) Essink of Holland, Mrs. Henry (Rosie) Kortman of Holland, Marvin Ten Brink of Holland, Harvey and Joyce Gebben of Alpena; many nieces and nephews.  Funeral and committal services will be 3:00 p.m.  Friday, January 16, 2009 at Overisel Reformed Church, A-4706 142nd Ave., Holland, with Dr. Scott Lokers and Mr. Ken Kleinheksel officiating.  Burial will be in Overisel Cemetery.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday, January 15, at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland.  Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.       |
KARL R. HOWARD MARLETTE Karl R. Howard, age 70, life long resident and farmer of Marlette, went home to be with the Lord Friday, January 9, 2009 at Morton Plant Hospital in Largo, Florida. He was born July 26, 1938 in Marlette, son to the late David and Lena (Ingram) Howard. He graduated from Marlette High School in 1956 where he served as class president. He served his country in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1957 to 1963. He married Marlyn Bilger on October 3, 1959 in Port Huron. Karl was a long time farmer and carpenter in the area. He was a life member of the C.M.A. Bethel Church, where he was an Elder, Sunday School Teacher, Song Leader and Board Member. He also served on the Marlette Board of Education, Sanilac I.S.D. Board of Education, Marlette Oil & Gas Board, the Teen Ranch & Youth for Christ Boards and was a member of the Sanilac County Farm Bureau. He enjoyed hunting, working, church and most of all, his family. He is survived by his wife; Marlyn, sons; Mark (Aleda) Howard of Marlette, Alan (Becky)Howard of Marlette, daughter; Wendy (Jose) Berez of Tampa, Florida, brother; Karen (Roger) Thomassen of Springfield, Missouri and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Patricia North. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 16, 2009 at 11 am at the C.M.A. Bethel Church in Marlette with Pastor Steven Kellett officiating. Burial will be in the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to the C.M.A. Bethel Church or the Gideon's. Visitation will be held on Thursday 1pm to 9pm at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette and Friday 10am until the time of service at the Church. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, Michigan www.marshfuneral.com |
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Age 91, passed away on January 9, 2009. He was the loving husband of the late Olamay, and father of Mary Martha McPherson (George), Anne, Donna (deceased), Leonard, Jr., (deceased) and Robert (Eddie) Lott. Mr. Lott's brothers James and Clarence preceded him in death. Mr. Lott was a longtime resident of Highland Park, Michigan where he was a U.S. Postman. He was a faithful member of the Church of God of Detroit. He moved to Cleveland, Ohio in 2004. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Mount Pleasant Church of God 3304 East 126th Street where family will greet friends at 11 a.m. Service of celebration of Mr. Lott's life at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Mr. Lott's name to the Salvation Army, 16131 Northland Drive, Southfield, MI 48075, or Benjamin Rose Adult Day Program, 2373 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44106. Arrangemnets entrusted to E.F. Boyd & Son Funeral Home, 2165 East 89th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44106. |
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at church begins at 9:30 a.m. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Capuchins Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Ave., Detroit, MI 48207 View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
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HILLSBORO, Ohio -- Lawrence C. "Smitty" Smith, 89, of Hillsboro, and a former longtime Ironwood, Mich., resident, died early Thursday morning, Jan. 15, 2009, at Heartland Rehabilitation Center in Hillsboro. |
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Lester J. Bunce, 91, of Coldwater died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Visitation will be held on Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 from 4-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. The service will be Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Fr. Stephen Bartlett from St. Marks Episcopal Church officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Lester was born April 22, 1917 in Montpelier, Ohio to Charles and Florence (Walters) Bunce. He married Phyllis Harris on April 14, 1940 in Coldwater. Les graduated from Coldwater High School where he was listed in the Athletic Hall of Fame for his abilities in football, baseball and basketball. He served in the National Guard from 1934 to 1937 then from 1943 to 1946 as a sergeant in the US Army during WWII. He worked in construction for many years before going to work at General Motors in 1951 as a Millwright and heavy equipment operator until his retirement in 1987. Mr. Bunce was a member of the Coldwater Elks. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, playing golf and was an avid fisherman. He traveled all over, mostly to Canada, to find good fishing. Les thoroughly enjoyed the time he spent with his family, especially with his many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sisters Ruth Breckenridge, Mildred (Green) Stolp and Frances Bonfiglio. Lester is survived by his wife Phyllis, his brother Eldon (Marian) Bunce of Sturgis, his sister Audrey (Walter) Heidenreich of Naples, Florida and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be directed to the Branch County Humane Society or to the Branch County Food Pantry. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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Lilly Marie Mohn, age 68, of Holland, passed away after battling pancreatic cancer Tuesday, January 13, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland.  Lilly had worked for the IRS in St Louis, MO, and then for 26 years at Life Savers in Holland. She was also a volunteer for the American Red Cross and was a U.S. Air Force veteran.  Lilly was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy, in 2007.        She is survived by her children, Chris Mohn, stepson, of El Dorado, AR, Phil and Julie Mohn of Madison, IN, Sheryl Marie Mohn of Holland, Dianna and David Valentine of Germany; three grandchildren, Megan, Aaron and Ethan; brothers and sisters, Michael McPherson, Linda and Dennis Morris, Joyce McPherson, David and Normie McPherson, all of Higginsville, MO; nephews, nieces and cousins.  The funeral service will be noon on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.  Reverend Robert Terpstra will be officiating.      Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com  for those who cannot attend the services.     |
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ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Linda "Lou" Marks, 60, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Jan. 14, 2009. |
GARDNER, Lois Marie - Age 80, of Fenton Twp., passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at Genesys Health Park. A memorial service celebrating her life begins 4 PM Saturday, January 17, 2009 at VFW Post # 3243, 1148 N. Leroy St. in Fenton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lois's name to the Boy Scouts of America, Tall Pine Council or the American Cancer Society. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.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. |
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Friday 1-9 p.m. with a 7p .m. Rosary at the Warren Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 22642 Ryan Rd. (1 block S. of 9 Mile). In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at the Monastery of the Blessed Sacrament , 29575 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills, with Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit, Michigan. As a request of the family, memorials may be made to the Monastery of the Blessed Sacrament or the Southwest Franciscian Missions. |
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Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday 12-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Saturday 9:30a.m. until 10a.m. Mass at Saint Dunstan Catholic Church, 1515 Belton (2 blocks west of Inkster, 2 blocks south of Ford Rd.) |
Malcolm Shanks "Mac" Bailey Lapeer Malcolm Shanks "Mac" Bailey, 82, of Lapeer for over 50 years (formerly of Flint) passed away Sunday (January 11, 2009). He was born December 12, 1926, in Renfrew, Scotland, to Walter and Bessie Kane Earl (Shanks) Bailey. He married the late Charlene Fuller on April 28, 1951. The family moved to Lapeer in December 1960. Mr. Bailey proudly served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. In 1948, he graduated from Chevrolet Tool and Die Apprentice School and was employed at A.C. Rochester East in Flint. He enjoyed going out to dinner. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Lauri Bailey of Lapeer; grandchildren, Jason Bailey and Amy (Karl) Wolfe; great-grandchildren, Olivia Wolfe and Lukas Wolfe. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene Bailey; parents, Walter and Bessie Bailey; sister, Hannah (Elmer) Lowry; brothers, Walter (Genevieve) Bailey and Adam (Nancy) Bailey. Memorial contributions may be |
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Marion Pueschel, 84, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away  on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Thurston Woods Villa.  Arrangements will be announced by the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville.   |
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Mary E. Stoner, age 85, of Hudson, formerly of Addison, passed away on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at the home of her daughter in Hudson. She was born on Sept. 11, 1923, in Addison to Harold W. and Olive F. (Blakley) Reynolds. She married Donald D. Murphy in 1939. She then married Gerald B. Stoner on Nov. 27, 1958, in Addison, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 24, 1996. Mary lived most of her life in Addison, and the past two years in Hudson. She attended Addison Schools. She was a member of the Carousel Club of Addison and a member of the Addison United Church. Surviving are three daughters, Frances Cherry of Battle Creek, Donna (Val) Bailey of Muskegon, Rosemary Moore of Hudson; two sons, Michael D. (Rosie) Murphy, Sr. of Azusa, Calif., Richard E. (Ann) Murphy of Adrian; two stepdaughters, Laura Winover of Cecil, Ohio, Linda Stoner of Archbold, Ohio; four stepsons, Duane (Jane) Stoner of Clayton, Roger (Dee) Stoner of Fairless Hills, Pa., Lloyd (Sylvia) Stoner of Adrian, Michael (Kathy) Stoner of Adrian; 36 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and many great-great-grandchildren; one brother, George J. (Ilah) Reynolds of Addison; two sisters, Leone Lee and Ilah Burch, both of Addison; several nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Donald D. Murphy and Gerald B. Stoner; two brothers, Dennis Ernie Reynolds, Robert C. Reynolds; one sister, Anna C. Hallowell, and one stepson Larry Stoner. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison with the Rev. David Cornwell officiating. Burial will take place in Hillside Cemetery in Addison. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. Memorial contributions are suggested to Addison Fire Department Ambulance Service. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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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. |
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Mary Watson, age 69, of Morristown, Tenn., was born May 22, 1939, and passed away Jan. 12, 2009, at her home. She was of Christian faith. She was retired from General Motors of Tecumseh, Mich., then made her home in Tennessee. She was a dedicated Mother and Mamaw to Nikole and Nellie. She was preceded in death by her husband, Colston H. Watson; father and mother, Troy and Minnie McCarty. She is survived by her daughters, Debra Humphres of Locust Grove, Ga., Kathy Watson of Monroe, Mich., Candace Watson of Bean Station, Tenn., Nikole and Nellie Watson of Morristown, Tenn.; brother, Wayne (Carol) McCarty of Monroe, Mich.; sister, Jean Massengill of Maryville, Tenn.; grandchildren, Andrew and Carol Kapnick of Morristown, Tenn., Mary Beth and Jon Ferguson of Michigan; great-grandchildren, Corey and Colston Kapnick, Moira and Clara Ferguson, and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. today, Jan. 14, 2009, at the Coffey Funeral Home, Tazewell, Tenn. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, at the Coffey Funeral Home Chapel, with Brother Carpenter officiating and music by Lost Now Found. Pallbearers will be Stacy Turner, Austin Turner, Preston Turner, Dennis Talley, Roger Collins, Justin Drinnon. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery. |
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Matthew Paul Kruse, 29, of Central Lake, passed away Dec. 23, 2008. Funeral services were held Dec. 27, 2008, at the First Congregational Church Central Lake. He was born in Coldwater on Sept. 21, 1979, to Catherine (Litwaitis) and Ken Kruse. Matt (“Booty”) graduated from Central Lake High School in 1998. He was also a former resident of Quincy. Matt’s love of the outdoors was evident by the time he spent pontooning, fishing, hiking and enjoying campfires. He also held a deep passion for children and their playfulness. Matt spent much time working with his dad in construction. Besides his parents, he is survived by grandma “Jo-Jo” Joyce Blair of Coldwater, grandma and grandpa Kruse of Eastport, aunt Mone (Bob) Barraw and family, aunt Lori (Litwaitis) Cutler and family, numerous other aunts, uncles, and cousins who all deeply loved their “Matt-Matt,” and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his grandpa Ray Litwaitis, great-grandma and grandpa Dahnke, great-grandpa Kruse and great-granny and grandpa Adams. Matt will always be lovingly remembered by his wonderful smile and great sense of humor. Please sign our online guest book at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com. |
McAULIFFE MARION |
at the Janisse Bros.-Marcotte Funeral Home, 1139 Ouellette Ave., Windsor (519-253-5225) on Saturday from 5-9 p.m. Mrs. McAuliffe will rest at Wujek-Calcaterra Funeral Home, 36900 Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights on Sunday from 3-9 p.m. with funeral services on Monday morning January 19, 2009. |
McINTOSH HILDEGARDE M |
will be held at the R.C. Aleks & Son Funeral Home, 1324 Southfield Rd., Lincoln Park on Saturday, January 17 from 5-9 p.m. and Sunday, January 18 from 1-9 p.m. Services will be held on Monday, January 19, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment Woodmere Cemetery. |
McNALLY JOSEPHINE |
Monday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Rosary Monday 7 p.m. In state Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 7051 Church Rd., Anchorville until Mass 11 a.m. Interment Immaculate Conception in Anchorville. In lieu of flowers, donations to Michigan Lupus Foundation, American Heart Association or St. Jude Children's Hospital. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com |
Melissa Gay Hudson, age 43, was born March 21, 1965, to Booker T. and Suvella Mae (Jones) Hudson in Monroe, Michigan. She passed this life on January 2, 2009, at her home in Miami, Florida. |
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Merle Donald Lampen, age 84, of Hamilton, passed to his heavenly home on Monday, January 12, 2009. He was a loyal and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Ada Lampen; and their six children, Lucille and George Fletcher, Elizabeth Freeman, Ronald and Charlotte Lampen, Keith and Debra Lampen, Deborah and Denis Timm, and Jeffrey Lampen.  He will be lovingly remembered by his 23 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.  He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Hessel and Verna Lampen, Freida Lugten, Laverne Lampen, Harverd and Evelyn Hoekje, Dale Lampen, Dorothy Vandenbeldt, Donald and Donna Lampen, and Robert Lampen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Sena Lampen; his sister, Eileen; his son-in-law, Allen De Young; and several other in-laws. Merle was a carpenter who found great satisfaction in building and remodeling homes for his family.  He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting with family and friends.  He was a charter member of Haven Reformed Church, 4691 Oak, Hamilton, where services will be  on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. D. Marc de Waard officiating. Visitation with family will be from 1:00-1:45 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Haven Reformed Church Memorial Fund.  Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Mulder Chapel, www.lifestorynet. com.   |
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Mildred L. Armstrong, 95, died Sunday, January 11, 2009, at Grace of Douglas in Douglas, MI. She is survived by three children, Rebecca (John) McClain, Richard L. Clark, and Dorothye B. Clark. Her body has been donated to the Univeristy of Michigan Medial School as an anotomical gift. Memorials may be made to Grace of Douglas Activities Department. |
Norbert Cejmer, age 80, of Gladwin passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center–Gladwin. |
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Onalee M. Hopkins, age 91, of White Pigeon, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Aug. 24, 1917, in Preble, Ind., a daughter of the late Glenn and Juanita (Henry) Marshall. Mrs. Hopkins had resided in the Sturgis and White Pigeon area since 1955, coming from Otsego where the family lived for four years, and prior to that she had lived in Decatur, Ill., for several years. Her early life was spent in LaSalle, Ill., where she graduated from LaSalle High School with the class of 1934. Mrs. Hopkins continued her education at the University of Illinois. Following the raising of her sons she returned to college in 1964 at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo where she received her bachelor’s degree in education and in 1971 her master’s degree also in education. On March 25, 1939, she married Lawrence Hopkins in LaSalle, Ill. Following nearly 20 years of dedication to the young people of Sturgis she retired from the Sturgis Public Schools, teaching most of those years at the Middle School. Mrs. Hopkins was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the Klinger Lake Country Club in Sturgis. She was always willing to give of her time to others. Some of her involvements included serving on the Community Mental Health Board, Sturgis Council of the Arts, Parent Teacher Association and several of the guilds at the Sturgis Hospital. She loved to play Bridge and was a member of several bridge clubs. Surviving are: her loving and dedicated husband of 69 years, Lawrence Hopkins; a son, Randall (Pamela) Hopkins of Madison, Wis.; three grandsons, Jonathan (Kristen) Hopkins of South Burlington, Vt., Gregory (Laura) Hopkins of Walla Walla, Wash., and Lawrence G. Hopkins of Eugene, Ore.; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Glennlyn “Lindy” Huling of LaSalle, Ill.; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son, Marshall Hopkins. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial services celebrating the life of Onalee Hopkins will be held at a later date to be announced. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is handling arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Hopkins’ memory to consider the Sturgis Public Schools Endowment Fund, c/o Sturgis Area Community Foundation, 310 North Franks Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.Tributes.com. |
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Friday, 2-9p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road. Scripture Service Friday at 7:00p.m. Interment at Michigan Memorial Park, Flat Rock. www.howepeterson.com |
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Age 82. Loving husband of Dorothy. Dear father of Barbara Roy and James (Vicki) Pashenee. Grandfather of Jessica. Visiting Saturday 4-9 p.m. at Charles R. Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (between 6-7 Mile). |
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Saturday 9-11 a.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (N. of 22 Mile Rd.), Shelby Twp. to be followed by a procession to St. Lawrence Church, 44633 Utica Rd. (South of M-59) for a 12:00 p.m. Funeral Mass. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: www.wasikfuneralhome.com |
PIETRANDREA EVELINA |
at McFarland Foss Funeral Home, 5401 Schaefer Road, Dearborn Saturday 2-8 p.m. and Sunday 1-8 p.m. with Rosary 6 p.m. Funeral Mass Monday 10 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church, 5275 Kenilworth with visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. Followed by Final Committal Services at Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. |
POLICELLI LORRAINE J |
Age 83, of Grosse Ile, formerly of Allen Park. Beloved wife of the late Louis. Mrs. Policelli had five children, nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, four brothers and three sisters. In state at the Allen Park Chapel—Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd., Saturday 5-8 p.m., Sunday 2-8 p.m., and at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Grosse Ile, Monday 9:30 a.m. until Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Lorraine's memory may be made to the Michigan Humane Society. Rosary Sunday 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Please visit the on-line guest book at www.martenson.com |
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Saturday 1-4 p.m. immediately followed by a 4 p.m. Knights of Columbus Rosary Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12½ Mile Road). Memorial contributions may be made to American Lung Association. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com |
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“Patty B.” Lyons, 78, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born Apr. 6, 1930 in Fremont, Ind., the daughter of Ira and Ruby Clark. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Lyons, whom she married Aug. 29, 1979; one daughter, Sue (Charles) Coy of Osseo; two sons, Phillip (Debbie) Jackson of Coconut Creek, Fla. and Kenneth (Jodi) Jackson of Hillsdale; one son-in-law, Henry Frielinghouse of Dade City, Fla.; four step-daughters, Nancy Lyons of Riverside, Calif., Linda (Richard) East of Riverside, Calif., Karen (Tim) Marsh of Belleville. and Kathy (Frank) Adams of Livonia; one step-son, Thomas (Roberta) Lyons of South Lyon; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandsons; one brother, Ira Clark of Colon; one sister, Lois Martinez of Antwerp, Ohio; half brothers and their families; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a special friend, June Williams of Prattville, Mich. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Orson Jackson and one daughter, Lorena Mae. Mrs. Lyons was a member of the Bicentennial Car Club and she was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign War Auxiliary. She also worked as a volunteer for more than 20 years at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Patricia B. Lyons will be at 12 p.m. Tuesday at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will take place in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. The family will receive friends for visitation at the funeral home at 11 a.m. until the end of the service on Tuesday. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home — Hillsdale 437-0605 |
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Patricia Van Klompenberg, 60, of Allendale, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. Arrangements will be announced by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. www.yntemafh.com |
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ROBERT LYLE GRUBBE BROWN CITY Robert Lyle Grubbe, age 73, died Sunday, January 4, 2009 at his home, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born April 20, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Lyle and Grace (Linabury) Grubbe. Robert is survived by his wife Barbara, to whom he was married for 53 years and their four children; Gary (Deb) of Marlette, Randy (Pamela) Grubbe of Mt. Pleasant, Kelley (Robert) Elliott of Brown City and Eric (Elonda) Grubbe of Allenton, 9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and many special nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Lyle and Grace Grubbe, his brother-in-law; H.L. Lewis and sister; Joanne Lewis. Lyle loved his grandchildren, enjoyed reading westerns, listening to country music and he loved his Detroit Red Wings! "GO WINGS"! A Memorial service will be held January 17, 2009 at the Community of Christ Church in Valley Center at 1 pm, with Pastor McCloed officiating. Dinner will follow in the basement of the church. In leiu of flowers, please make donations to United Hospice of Marlette Regional Hospital, Marlette, Michigan. Arrangements by Community of Christ Church, Valley Center, Michigan. |
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Ralph E. Reeves, age 86, currently of Toledo, passed away Saturday, January 10th, 2009. at Sylvania Harborside Healthcare Rehabilitation Center. |
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Ralph “Red” William McFadden, Jr., 85, of Tekonsha,  passed away Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009. He had retired from Eaton’s in Marshall. Visitation will be held from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Memorial contributions may be made to the Comancheros 4-H Club or the American Lung Association. |
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Ralph “Red” William McFadden, Jr., 85, of Tekonsha, passed away at the Laurels of Coldwater on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009. He was born Aug. 21, 1923 in Marshall to Ralph William McFadden, Sr. and Mignon Jane Wilrich. He married Helen Shawlcraft in July 1952 in Angola, Ind. Ralph was born and raised in Marshall and he lived in the Marshall/Tekonsha area all of his life. He attended a country school south of Marshall. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII.  Ralph ran a milk route and hauled cars in the 50’s and he retired from Eaton’s in 1981 after 32 years. He is survived by: children Sharon (Larry) Granger of Coldwater, Mike (Carol) Sowle of Choctaw, Okla., Patti Hudson of Marshall, Connie Bradshaw of Quincy, and Wendy McFadden of Tekonsha; brothers Bruce (Margaret) McFadden of Battle Creek, Joe (Marie) McFadden of Marshall and Walt (Pat) McFadden of Battle Creek; 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Helen, his parents, son Charles Sowle and grandchildren Lori and Tracy. He belonged to the Comancheros 4-H Club, Branch County Saddle Club, and the Branch County Sheriff’s Posse. Ralph spent a lot of time braking horses when he was younger. He enjoyed hunting, woodworking and camping at Hidden Valley Campground near Sturgis. Visitation will be Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009 from 3-5 p.m. at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 at Putnam’s of Tekonsha with Pastor Frank Snyder of Calvary Baptist Church, Quincy officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Tekonsha with military honors provided by the Homer VFW. Memorial contributions may be made to Comancheros 4-H Club or the American Lung Association. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Putnam’s of Tekonsha, (517) 767-4114, Tekonsha. |
TOWER (Greenville) - Ray J. Tower, born August 28, 1918, to Frances E. and Hazel I. (Mills) Tower. Preceded in death by his first wife, Susan Finette Bower in 1953. He married Mary Georgia Kokales on September 17, 1955 in Ann Arbor. A loving and devoted wife for 53 years, Mary preceded Ray in death on August 4, 2008. Also preceded in death by his parents and dear sister, Phyllis Ham and brother-in-law, William G. Ham, all of Greenville, MI. Ray is survived by his six children and their spouses, Ray III and Janet (Courly) Tower of Greenville, MI, Prudence and Lawrence Leveillee of Beulah, MI, Helen and Jeffrey Shupe of Byron Center, MI, Dr. John Tower and Kelly (Allen) Tower of Rochester Hills, MI, Philip and Sara (VanderVeen) Tower of Greenville, MI and Maria Tower Ziegler of Ada, MI; grandchildren, Douglas Tower, Holly Tower Koch, Ryan, Brittany, Taylor, Cody, Logan, Slayter, Keegan, Matthew, Hunter, and Mileaha Shupe, Nicholas and Christopher Tower, Gabriel and Dominic Tower, and Emily Rae and Jack Ziegler; great-grandchildren, Evan James Tower, Cameron Jarrod Koch, and Aiden Jarrod Koch. Also surviving are his niece and nephew and their spouses, Fran (Ham) and Donald Gibbs and William T. and Peggy Ham both of Greenville; sister-in-law, Esther Kentes Starnal; brother-in-law, John Kokales both of Ann Arbor, MI; brother-in-law, Dr. Evan P. Kokales and wife Sharon of Kalamazoo, MI; and several dear nieces, nephews and cousins in Ann Arbor, Flint, Greenville, and Athens, Greece. Ray was the former owner of R. J. Tower Corporation, where he worked from 1935 to 1983. He was a founding member of the Greenville Area Community Foundation; a life-long member of the First Congregational Church of Greenville where he sung for 65 years in the choir, he also served on the Greenville Planning Commission, the Greenville Board of Education and the Montcalm County Council on Aging. Ray graduated from Greenville High School in 1936, Culver Military Academy 1938, and attended the University of Michigan. Captain Ray J. Tower proudly and valiantly served his country during World War II as a captain in the 774th Tank Battalion where he earned the bronze star for courage and bravery. Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Greenville, with Rev. Jerry Jones officiating, with Full Military Services by the American Legion Post #101 of Greenville. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Visitation will be Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the First Congregational Church. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made to the The Greenville Area Community Foundation, Spectrum United Memorial Hospital, or The First Congregational Church of Greenville. The complete obituary is on line at www.marshallfuneralhomeinc.com where you can leave a message of condolence for the family. Arrangements are by the Marshall Funeral Home, Greenville. |
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WHITE PINE, Mich. -- Richard D. Reath Sr., 84, of White Pine, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at 12:30 a.m. at Maple Manor Nursing Home in Ontonagon. |
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Robert C. Goodyear, age 82, of Jasper passed away Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 at Lynwood Manor. He was born Aug. 17, 1926, in Adrian, the son of Merle and Gladys (Moore) Goodyear. Bob graduated from Sand Creek High School. During World War II, he proudly served his country in the Navy. On Oct. 7, 1944, Robert married Juanita Uloth. They celebrated 59 years of marriage before Juanita passed away in 2003. Bob worked at Stubnitz-Greene as a payroll supervisor, retiring in 1982. In his retirement Bob enjoyed spoiling his grandchildren and spending time with family. He attended Ogden Church Bob is survived by his children, Michael (Diane) Goodyear of Grand Rapids, Gregory (Rebecca) Goodyear of LaPalma, Calif., Bradford (Lonice) Goodyear of Bonifay, Fla., Geoffrey Goodyear of Jasper, Sheryl (Steve) McComb of Adrian; 11 grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, with another due in May. Also surviving are his siblings, Bill Goodyear of Adrian, Shirley (Gary) Hillard of Morenci and Sharon (Dean) Munk of Waldron. In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by two brothers, Arden and Frank.  The funeral service for Bob will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with Pastor John Maguire officiating. Burial will follow at Ogden Cemetery where military rites will be conducted by the Annis-Fint Post #1584 of the VFW. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. You may also sign the register book or send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Bob may be made to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Robert J. Hellman, 80, of Bessemer, a kind and gentle man, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, died Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, in Wakefield. |
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Robert W. Grossman, age 80, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, at his home. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel. |
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Robert “Bob” Hanke, age 82, of Adrian passed away Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at Herrick Manor in Tecumseh. He was born in Adrian, May 31, 1926, the oldest child of Fredrick and Blanche (Vogel) Hanke. Bob attended St. John’s Lutheran School. He graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1944. He then studied agriculture at Michigan State University. On June 13, 1953, Bob married Grace Gruenwald in Detroit.  Grace, who celebrated 55 years of marriage with Bob last June, survives.  Bob loved farming, and worked the farm where he was raised. In 1944 he received the State Farmer Award. He also worked for the Agriculture Stabilization Committee for many years, retiring in 1993. Bob was a familiar face at the Dominican Complex for many years where he worked in many different capacities. Bob was a faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. Over the years he served in many capacities. including secretary of St. John’s Lutheran Fraternities of America Brotherhood, treasurer and president of the Jr. and Sr. Walther League, church trustee, member of the school board and PTL, as well as serving on the church’s cemetery committee. Bob was also a member of the Adrian Township Board of Review. In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by his children, John Hanke of Redondo Beach, Calif., Kathleen (William) Unverfehrt of Newton, N.C., Lynne Hanke of Adrian, Mark (Janis) Hanke of Acworth, Ga, and Natalee (James) Hallsted of Clearwater, Fla.; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Phyllis (Norman) Sieler of Petersburg, Mich., and Barbara (Hubert) Holtz of Ottawa Lake, Mich. He was preceded in death by his parents. The funeral service for Bob will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at St. John’s Lutheran Church with the Rev. Joel Sarrault officiating. Burial will follow at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at Wagley Funeral Home on Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Bob may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Daybreak or Herrick Manor.  Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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Roger A. Burnham, age 66, of 70410 Scott Road, White Pigeon, Mich., died suddenly on Jan. 12, 2009, at his home. He was born Aug. 25, 1942, in Sturgis, a son of Shirley L. and Leona L. (Kline) Burnham, and resided in the White Pigeon area since 1985. On June 4, 1966, he married Judy D. Stears in Sturgis. He retired from Sutton Tool Company in Sturgis in 2002 and had been employed at Lasco Industries and Continental Can Company, both of Three Rivers. After his family and gardening, he most enjoyed bowling, along with hunting, fishing and trapping. Surviving are: his wife, Judy Burnham of White Pigeon; a daughter Michelle (James) Kauffman of Burr Oak; a son, Todd (Melissa) Burnham of Parker, Colo.; grandchildren, Lori and Jacob Kauffman of Burr Oak, Tucker and Roarke Burnham of Parker, Colo.; mother-in-law, Dorothy Stears of Sturgis; brothers, Cleon (Shirley) Burnham of Three Rivers and Michael (Neva) Burnham of Bronson; sisters, Shirley Dodgson of Three Rivers, Rosalee (Fritz) Dicken of Colon and Christina (Jim) Fisher of Athens; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law and brothers-in-law, Dusty Dodgson and Thomas Stears. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon where services are at 2 p.m. Friday. Rev. Canon Meredith Hunt of St. John’s Episcopal Church of Sturgis will officiate. Burial will be in White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the White Pigeon Community Schools Athletic Department. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. |
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Roland J. Cross, 74, of Allen, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at his home. He was born Sept. 16, 1934 in Hanover to Clemary and Odessa Irene (Strait) Cross. He was first married to Donna Buelow and she preceded him in death. He married Alma Powell Sept. 22, 1979 and she survives. Roland was a former employee at Walker Manufacturing in Jackson. He drove milk truck for several years. He started a lime business in 1962 and also did excavation work. Roland retired from farming in 1997. Surviving besides his wife Alma are four children, twins, Roxanna Munsell of Portsmouth, Va. and Roland D. (Martha) Cross of California, Tamara n(George) Martin of Portsmouth, Va. and Abby Cross and fiance Landon Mills of Camden; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Martha (Clyde) Stiles of Spring Arbor and Genieve Creamens of Jackson; a brother, Gerald Cross of Pullman, Mich.; mother-in-law, Irene Powell of Jonesville; four sisters-in-law; and three brothers-in-law. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son Andrew; granddaughter Brittany Kay Munsell; two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services for Roland Cross will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Clyde Wonders officiating.  Interment will follow at Allen Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Multiple Myloma Association. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Ronald H. Gleason Hadley Ronald H. Gleason, 92, of Hadley passed away Tuesday (January 13, 2009). He was born April 24, 1916 in Hadley to Harrison Franklin and Edna (Hanniman) Gleason. He married Josephine Tunison. Mr. Gleason proudly served his country in WWII. He retired in 1974 from Pontiac Motors, where he worked as a pipefitter for over 37 years. Ronald was a member of American Legion Post #16. He was a member of the Hadley Community Church for many, many years. He is survived by his wife, Josephine Gleason of Hadley; children, Howard Gleason of Lapeer, George (Maryann) Gleason of Hadley, James Gleason of Hadley; 6 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; sister, Marylyn Haralabakos of Waterford; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harrison and Edna Gleason; brothers, Duane and Robert Gleason; sister, Kathryn Hollis. Memorial contributions may be made to Hadley Community Church. Funeral services were held |
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Ruby Lee Tutson, 78, of Buchanan, died at 3:52 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, Ind. |
Russell Frederick Reaume, 85, of Newport died at 6:44 a.m. Monday in his home. |
SCOTT LILLIAN J (WALKER) |
January 14, 2009, age 78. Dear mother of Jennifer Scott, Vivian Scott, Valerie (Lawrence) Bielski, Lawrence (Cheryl), Donald (Judy), Douglas (Sue), Phillip, Adam (Lisa) and the late Daniel Scott. 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Marilyn Borden, Donald and the late Robert Walker. Private services were entrusted to the Sterling Heights Chapel of the Obarzanek Funeral Home. |
SHIRLEY ANN HUNT LEXINGTON Shirley A. Hunt, age 82, of Lexington, died Thursday, January 8, 2009 in her home. Born January 26, 1926 in Detroit to the late Charles A. and Bernice (Hill) Hunt. Dear sister of the late Jean E. Ecker and Naomi K. Ford. Dear aunt to several nieces and nephews. Dear friend of the late Ruth C. Ritscher. Shirley retired in 1982 from Michigan Bell Telephone Co. (Ameritech) as a Staff Manager - training after 35 years of employment. Her main interests were her career and golfing. She was an active longtime member of Lakeview Hills Country Club and Resort, Lexington, and several times was Women's Club Champion until her retirement at age 70 from competitive play in 1993. During her playing career she had 5 hole in ones. She continued to play recreational golf in two leagues until her demise. The Funeral Service was held at Trinity Episcopal Church, Lexington with Rev. Rick Schark officiating. Memorials may be made to Blue Water Hospice or Trinity Episcopal Church. A special thanks to her care givers Dee Mancini and Blue Water Hospice. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes. |
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SHIRLEY MARIE FLETCHER FLORIDA Shirley Marie Fletcher, age 76, of Holiday, Florida passed away on January 6, 2009. She was born November 14, 1934 in Yale, Michigan to Mary and Ervin Phillips. She moved to Florida in 2003 after the passing of her beloved husband, Edward. Shirley was a loving mother to all... helping everyone in anyway she could. She was preceded in death by her husband; Edward and two sons; Robert and Ronald. She is survived by her two sons; Rick (JoAnn) and Larry (Marie), six grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Saturday, January 17 at 1:30 pm at St. Johns Parish Center, 5335 S. Sandusky Road, Peck, Michigan. |
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Of Kalamazoo, formerly of Royal Oak, died January 15, 2009. Age 92. Beloved wife of the late James R. Snow for 62 years. Beloved mother of James (Lois) Snow of Pontiac and Bill Snow of Kalamazoo. Loving grandmother of five and great-grandmother of seven. Cherished sister of William (Kathryn) Blanchard of Edwards-burg. Mrs. Snow was preceded in death by her grandson, Jordon and eight brothers and sisters. Funeral Services 2 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2009 at HURON STREET CHAPEL of the Huntoon Funeral Home, 855 West Huron Street (M-59) in Pontiac with Mike Snow officiating. Interment at Eden Methodist Church Cemetery in Topeka, IN. There will be a time of gathering for family and friends before the services. |
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Age 93 of St. Clair Shores died January 15, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Dear mother of the late Barbara Joyce Surma, Patrick (Grace) Surma, Bernadette Michel, Lawrence Surma, Celine LaTorre, Charles (Linda) Surma, and Gerard A. Surma. Step -sister of Helen (Orland) Major. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. Visiting hours Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 21201 Thirteen Mile Rd., St. Clair Shores. Interment Assumption Grotto Cemetery. Scriptures Service Sunday 4 p.m. Memorials to the Mt. Clemens Regional Medical Facility Oncology Dept. would be appreciated. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Samuel Bruce Tadlock, 53, of Ironwood, died unexpectedly Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at his home. |
Sean Frazier Mayberry II, 16 days old, passed away Jan. 8, 2009, in Ann Arbor. |
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Sharon Meeuwsen, aged 67, of Holland, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 13, 2009.  She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Howard and Jean Meeuwsen of Coopersville, Ellen and Dave Gort of Dorr, Darl and Karen Meeuwsen of Hudsonville, Loren and Teri Meeuwsen of Hudsonville, Marybeth and Bob Vander Ploeg of Zeeland; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Funeral and committal services will be on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the North Blendon Reformed Church with Rev. Nate Meldrim officiating.  Interment Blendon Township Cemetery.  Friends may meet with the family at VanderLaan Funeral Home in Hudsonville on Friday from 5-8 p.m.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland.  www.vanderlaanfuneralhome.net |
Piotrowski, Sharon (Tanner) Essexville, Michigan Sharon Tanner Piotrowski, age 64 years, died Sunday, January 11, 2009 in Bay Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time and a complete obituary will be provided tomorrow by the W.A. Trahan Funeral Chapel. |
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Sharron G. Franklin, 56, of Litchfield, passed away Jan. 10, 2009, at her residence. She was born March 26, 1952, in Poplar Bluff, Mo., to J. R. and Bertha (Whaley) Collins. She was raised in the Coloma area and moved to this area about three years ago. She held a position as a cashier. She worked for Lowe’s in Benton Harbor, Jackson and Portage. For 13 years she also worked at Chardon Rubber in St. Joseph. Sharron was a member of Matee Indian Tribe. She enjoyed Native American crafts, camping, fishing and sitting by moving waters. Sharron especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Survivors include three daughters, Tasha Fairbanks of Litchfield, Belinda and Michael Knight of Homer and Sharon and Scott Lucas of Jonesville; one son, David Fairbanks of Benton Harbor; two sisters, Shirley Warner and Sheila Smart, both of Coloma; three brothers, Paul “Gene” Mathis of Schoolcraft, twin Larry Collins of Stevensville and Dennis Collins of Coloma; and 11 grandchildren, Kelsey, Josh, Samantha, Trevor, Dillon, David, Devyne, Corey, Alyssa, Carter, and Kaden. She was preceded in death by one brother, James Mathis; a niece, Shelly; and a nephew, Kyle. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Wednesday at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. Wednesday until time of service. Memorials are suggested to the family for funeral expenses. www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com. |
Sidney N. Wellborn Jr., age 83, of Monroe, MI passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2009, at Mercy Memorial Hospital in Monroe. Sid was born May 11, 1925, in New Orleans, LA, the son of the late Sidney N. and Elizabeth (Clay) Wellborn. |
Stanley G. Kain 1918 - 2009 Stanley G. Kain, 90, Owendale, passed away Friday, January 9, 2009 at Tendercare of Cass City. He was born on February 25, 1918 in Owendale to the late Norman and Bertha (Heck) Kain. He is a 1936 graduate of Owendale High School. Stanley owned and operated his own tax business for many years until his retirement. He enjoyed playing cards and watching sports on the television. He was a former member of the Owendale Lions club. He is survived by two sisters, Beatrice Jones, Bay City and Eleanor Giardina, Ocala, Fla.; niece, Pat (Tony) Enderle, Owendale; nephews, Ron Reinhardt, Owendale, Terry (Jane) Jones, Kawkawlin and Wayne (Patricia) Jones, Clarkston and numerous great-nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a sister, Stella Errer; nieces, Judi Reinhardt and Sandra Jones and nephew, Duane Jones. Funeral services were held on Sunday, January 11, 2009 at the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home of Pigeon, with Rev. John Heim, pastor ofOwendale United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Grant Township Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Owendale Lions Club. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home in Pigeon. |
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Stephanie Lynn Hennessey North Branch Stephanie Lynn Hennessey, 43, of North Branch (formerly of Lapeer) passed away January 10, 2009. She was born March 1, 1965, to Herbert and Dorothy (Duguid) Blaies. She married Thomas "Tom" Hennessey, Jr. on September 25, 2001 in Kentucky. Stephanie graduated from Imlay City High School, class of 1983. She was a production operator at Deco Plate in Lapeer. She is survived by her husband, Tom Hennessey, Jr. of North Branch; children, Kyle Zions of Flushing and Brittany Zions of Flushing; stepchildren, Heather (Anthony) Smith of Snover, Becky Hennessey of Croswell, Thomas (Sarah) Hennessey of Lapeer, Patricia (Patrick) Hughes of Applegate, Cole Hennessey of North Branch; 15 grandchildren; father, Herbert (Susie) Blaies of Kentucky; sisters, Kathy (Craig) Cooper, Laurie Lukaszewski, and Julie Charchan; brother, David Blaies; mother and father-in-law, Tom and Betty Hennessey of Lapeer. She was preceded in death by her mother, Doroth |
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KOTELES, Steven Joseph - Age 35, of Flint, went to be with the Lord Sunday, January 11, 2009 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 2 PM Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint, Pastor David Miller officiating. Burial immediately following at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Wednesday from 11 AM - 2 PM and 4-9 PM and Thursday 12Noon time of service. Those desiring may make contributions to the Steven J. Koteles Memorial Fund. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Beloved mother of Donna (Stephen) Cieslak and Renee (Ross) LaDue. Loving grandmother of Randall (Jacqueline), Scott Cieslak and Jesse LaDue. Loving great-grandmother of Kayla and Angelina. Graveside services Sunday 11:30 a.m. at the Hebrew Memorial Park. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL. |
Thad E. Armentrout, 53 years, of Temperance, MI died suddenly Tuesday January 13, 2009 in Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe, MI. For 34 years Thad was the owner/operator of Armentrout Construction in Temperance. |
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Age 64, January 15, 2009. Loving wife of Gerald. Dear sister of Tom (Karen) Leja and Lawrence (Margie) Leja. Sister-in-law of Richard, Kathleen and the late Lawrence Urban. Also survived by three nieces and nephews and six great nieces and nephews. Worked for Comerica Bank for 40 years. Resting at L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 8809 Wayne Road, (At Joy), Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 12-9 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 31530 Beechwood, (W. of Merriman and N. of Ford Rd.) until time of Mass at 10 a.m.Donations may be made to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Michigan Chapter, 1421 E. 12 Mile Rd. Bldg A, Madison Heights, MI 48071. Share a Memorial Tribute with the family at: griffinfuneralhome.com |
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Vada L. Meyers, 77, of Monroe, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2009, at Mercy Memorial Hospital. She had been in declining health for 3 years. She was born January 29, 1931 in LaFollette, Tennessee to James G. and Pearl F. (Moore) Pierce. |
Vada Meyers, 77, of Monroe died at 7:43 this morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home. |
Verdith "Evelyn" Risdon Lapeer Verdith "Evelyn" Risdon, 82, of Lapeer since 1968, passed away January 7, 2009. She was born December 8, 1926, in Thomas, Mich., to John and Birdith (Churchill) Fenner. She married Gernard "Charlie" Risdon on April 7, 1946 in Ortonville. Mrs. Risdon was a member of Deerfield Church of Christ for 37 years and a longtime member of T.O.P.S. #888. Evelyn was active with the Muscular Dystrophy Association for many years, because two of her daughters were diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy. She won Jack Bailey's Queen for a Day in 1963, asking for wheelchairs and other items to help her daughters. She is survived by her daughters, Elaine (Stan) Kaleto of Gladwin and Karen (Ron) Mass of Flint; sister, Lila Ellis of Mio; many, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other family members and good friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gernard "Charles" Risdon; daughters, Linda Risdon, Kathleen Nuss and Jackie Ris |
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Vernon Dale Meeuwsen, age 71, of Zeeland, died Tuesday, January 13, 2009, at his home.  Vern was a deputy for the Ottawa County Sheriff's Department for 15 years and was a member of the F.O.P.  Vern also owned and operated the Dairy Y in Zeeland for 26 years.  He is survived by a stepson, Tom Schneider of Zeeland; sister, Mary DeWitt of Holland; nephews and nieces, Dawn and Kurt Brinks, Sandy and Jeff Kayes, Kelly and Kristen DeWitt, Kerri-Sue and James Smits; aunts, Mag Kraai of Fremont, Jerene and Duane Brink of Zeeland; long time friend and partner, Erik Varvir of Zeeland.  A memorial visitation will be 3-5 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2009           at the Howard Miller Library, 14 South Church Street in Zeeland.   Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland.  Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial .com. |
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Age 86. January 10, 2009. Loving father of Carol Wascher, Janet Manley (Douglas), James Wascher, Barbara Runel (Jean), Mary Straus (Michael), and Della Frieman. Survived by six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Brother of Elinor Grimm and Grace Kokuska. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday 2 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment at St. Paul Columbarium. |
William Edward Miller Jr. was born in Dearborn, Michigan on December 23, 1965. William was the son of the late William Edward Miller Sr. and the late Betty (Sharp) Miller. William had been married to the former Lisa Spaulding. |
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HURLEY, Wis. -- William J. Tilton Sr., 81, of Lake Drive in Hurley, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at his home. |
William K. Jeffrey, Sr., 72, of Adrian died Monday, January 12, 2009, at Herrick Medical Center, Tecumseh. |
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William K. Jeffrey, Sr., 72, of Adrian died Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at Herrick Medical Center, Tecumseh. He was born Aug. 10, 1936, in Logan, W.Va., the son of William and Myrtle (Clark ) Jeffrey. William married Frieda Rola on Dec. 1, 1979. She survives. William was employed by Dundee Cement as an equipment operator for more than 20 years, retiring in 1980. He loved hunting, fishing and was an avid outdoorsman. William also used to do obedience training for dogs. He loved to go “mushrooming” up north with his kids.  In addition to his wife, Frieda, William is survived by sons, Paul and William (Shelly) of Clinton; stepson, Ryan (Vicki) Szymanski of Clinton; daughter, Nancy (Charles) Willet of Lambertville; stepdaughters, Renata (Eric) Halberstadt of Phoenix, Ariz., Selena (Jeffrey) Southwell of Hudson; sisters, Lois Fledderjohnann of Columbus, Ohio, Alice Jeffrey of Ann Arbor; 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. William was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and a sister. At William’s request cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Lenawee County Humane Society or the charity of donor’s choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
MORLEY, Winifred - Age 85, of Austintown, OH. There will be a funeral service 11AM Thursday at the Lane Funeral Home Austintown Chapel for Winifred Morley, of Youngstown, who passed away Sunday morning at Briarfield Manor Nursing Home. Winifred was born September 17, 1923 in Flint, MI, a daughter of the late Vern and Bessie (Alexander) Nelson. Prior to dedicating her time to raising her family, Winifred worked at Boeing Air Craft Plant during WWII and was a waitress. She enjoyed gardening, and crocheting and most of all was devoted to her family. Her husband, Paul Morley, Jr., whom she married September 22, 1962, passed away January 9, 2005. She is survived by five children, Sandra (Garry) Veenhuis of Crossville, TN, Christine Lake of Fenton, MI, Gail (Les) Briones of Boardman, Valerie (Chuck) Pappas of Saginaw, MI, and Stanley (Marrilee) Stevens of Youngstown; two step children, Kevin (Roberta) Morley of Oxford, MI, and Sherrie (Bruce) Craig of Grayling, MI; two sisters, Shirley Fox of Davison, MI and Sally Huber of Flint MI; three brothers, Earl Nelson of FL, Lloyd Nelson of MI, and Dale Nelson of MI; many grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandsons. Besides her parents and husband, Winifred is preceded in death by one grandchild; one sister, Wilma Duby; and one brother, LaVern Nelson. Friends and family may call from 5 PM until 7 PM Wednesday at the Lane Funeral Home Austintown Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in Winifred's name. Family and friends may view this obituary and send condolences at www.lanefuneralhomes.com |
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