ALVIN "JOE" LEROY SLATER DECKER Alvin L. Slater, age 84, of Decker, died Sunday, January 11, 2009 in Covenant Health Care System Cooper Campus, Saginaw. He was born July 8, 1924 in Sandusky to John Henry and Rose (Laming) Slater. He married Mabel Simmons June 17, 1950 in Sandusky. Joe worked as a mechanic for Doc's Super Service Garage in Sandusky for over 23 years. He was a member of the Cass City First Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing cards, especially Euchre and he loved his dogs. Joe is survived by his wife; Mabel, children; Thomas (Shirlee) Slater of Shabbona, Deborah (Don) Spencer of Cass City, Rick (Dawn) Slater of Deford, Joseph (Char) Slater of Pontiac, Paul (Marie) Slater of Deford, 9 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Raymond Slater, Eugene Slater, sister; Gladys Davis and 2 infant siblings. Funeral service was held at the Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City with Pastor David Hill of Cass City First Baptist Church officiating. Internment will be in Evergreen Township Cemetery. Pallbearers for Joe were; Roger Simmons, Richard Simmons, Delbert Simmons, Max Simmons, John Wutzke and Shawn Sherman. Memorials may be made to Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and storied with the family at |
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Alex Keith Gary, 15, of Reading, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, in Fort Wayne, Ind. from injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident in Branch County. He was born July 18, 1993 in Coldwater and was a ninth grade student at Reading High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, football, basketball, mechanics and belonged to a muzzle loading group. Alex was kind-hearted, a hard worker, and enjoyed making people laugh. Survivors include his mother Mamie Sue (Webster) Robison, Reading; father, Robert Gary of Reading; grandparents, Karen (Scott) Dietrich of Reading, John Esterline of Hillsdale, Mike (Kunty) Webster of Jackson, Barb (Eugene) Gary of Reading, Richard Robison of Osseo, Kenneth (Donna) Boyd of Reading; and two sisters, Nina Kast of Reading, Cherish Kast of Montgomery. He was preceded in death by two grandmothers, Ellen Boyd, Becky Esterline; and uncle, Bruce Gary. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with the Rev. Jim Mason officiating. Interment will follow in Berg Cemetery, Montgomery. Visitation is scheduled 12-2 and 4-6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family in care of George White Funeral Home.   |
Arlene Joyce Cicciarelli Lapeer Arlene Joyce Cicciarelli, 80, of Lapeer (formerly of Shelby Twp.), passed away Monday (January 19, 2009) at Suncrest Medical Care Facility. She was born May 6, 1928, in Detroit, the daughter of William and Marie (nee Acker) Strube. She married Ferrel "Blackie" Cicciarelli on May 19, 1947 in Detroit. Arlene retired as a cashier from A.R.A. at the Ford Sterling Plant. She was a past member of New Life in Christ Lutheran Church. Arlene enjoyed housework, taking care of her loving family and spending time with her grandchildren and her friends. She also enjoyed gardening, sewing and crocheting. He is survived by her children, Linda (Tom) Good of Lapeer, Gail (Jerome) Wutka of Sarasota, Fla., Nicholas (Ramona) Cicciarelli of Harsens Island, Renee (Kirt) Pankow of Macomb Twp., and Tina (Reid) Schook of Macomb Twp.; grandchildren, Jeremy (Heidi) Good, Michelle (Don) Sawgle, Nicole (Andrew) Jarvis, Brandon Cicciarelli, Megan (Stephen) Newell, |
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Arnold Bruce Whitney Lapeer Arnold Bruce Whitney, 84, beloved father and grandfather, passed away Tuesday (January 13, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Hospital. He was born February 2, 1924, in Lansing, the son of the late Bruce T. and Orah M. (Whitmore) Whitney. He graduated from Portland (Mich.) High School in 1941 and married his high school sweetheart, Katherine A. (Morse), on October 28, 1943. She passed away in September 1975. He married Marian S. (Berg-DeArmond) on April 9, 1977. She passed away in December 2007. Arnold served in the U.S. Army Air Forces (1943-1946), receiving a commendation for creating an American Red Cross blood bank at Hamilton Field, Calif. He was also part of a team that developed our current radar tracking system. He attended Amherst College in Massachusetts and Michigan State University. He dedicated his professional life to city government, starting as assistant city manager of Portland, Mich. (1947-57), Marshall, Mich., city manager (1957- |
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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. |
Audrey A. Cousino, 87, of Erie passed away January 19 at 12:00 a.m. in the Medilodge of Monroe. |
Audrey Cousino, of Erie, died at 12 this morning at the Medilodge. |
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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. |
BECKMAN DOROTHY ANN |
Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 3-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd. (btwn. Sheldon and Beck), Plymouth. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. John Neumann Church, 44800 Warren Rd. (West of Sheldon), Canton. Interment Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Angela Hospice. To share memories or leave a message for the family, please visit: |
BERNARD LEO DEMARAY MELVIN Bernard Leo Demaray, age 78, of Melvin, died January 16, 2009 in Port Huron. He was born in Melvin on March 10, 1930 to W. Merrill and Irene Demaray. He married Ida Farr on June 10, 1950. He was a cattle and crop farmer and also was a cattle dealer and trucker. He enjoyed hunting deer and fishing. Bernard is survived by his wife, Ida of 58 years, a son; Richard Demaray and friend Lafon Kortman, a daughter; Connie and husband Charles Birkett, 7 grandchildren; Jason, Tracy, Donna, Todd, Christopher, Corry and Carrie, 9 great grand- children, four sisters; Wilma Jacobson, Barbara Bartle, Margorie Parker and Karen Stetaniak, three brothers; Lloyd, Bill and John. Bernard was preceded in death by a sister Bethel and a brother Harold. Funeral services were held at Carman Funeral Home, Brown City with burial in Christian Memorial Cultural Center in Peck. Arrangements by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City. |
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BISGROVE MARY M |
Passed away January 15, 2009 at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn. She was born June 6, 1934 in Evanston, Illinois to Harold and Elizabeth Lueth. She taught school in Aurora, IL, and then moved to Detroit. She was a secretary at Visiting Nurse Association for many years. At the time of her passing she was retired. She was a member of Metropolitan United Methodist Church for many years and greatly appreciated the concern and care some of the members gave her in her last years when she suffered from Parkinson's Disease. She leaves behind her husband, Richard, her three sisters, Virginia Keith, Winifred Marshall and Margaret Lovass. She also leaves a brother, Charles, two nephews, Andrew Keith and Jonathon Keith, and two nieces, Elizabeth Marshall and Cynthia Angers (David). The services will be held at Metropolitan United Methodist Church, 8000 Woodward, Detroit, funeral 11 a.m. Thursday. |
BOGDAN VIOLET E |
Age 79, January 12, 2009. Loving sister of Patricia (Don) Pucci and the late Marshall (Jean). Dear aunt of eight nieces and nephews. Violet was a retired secretary with the United States Government. Memorial visitation Saturday, January 24 at 10:00 a.m. with a Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile Rd. (NW corner of 18 and Ryan). Family would appreciate donations to the American Cancer Society. View online guestbook at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com |
BOGDANSKI LILLIAN ELIZABETH |
died January 6, 2009, at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Thaddeus. Loving mother of Richard (Mary), Tom (Carol), Jim (Linda), Marsha (Paul) Bossack, and Carol (Larry) Burton. Grandmother of Michael, Jeffery, David, Debbie, LiAnne, Jennifer, Jamie, Paul, Katie, Jordan, Larry and Steven. Great Grandmother of James, Cierra, Logan, Austin, Alex, Brian, Charlie, Braelinn, Tyler, Connor, Jake, Chloe, Olivia, Shelby, Dylan, Riley and Spencer. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, loving family and friends. Member of Polish Women's Alliance Council 20, Group 418. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 24th at 1 p.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish, 467 Fairford Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the U of M Transplant Center 1500 E. Medical Center Drive 3868 Taubman Center Sec 5391 Ann Arbor MI 48109-5391. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at |
BOLENBAUGH THOMAS |
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BOSSORY LEWIS |
Saturday 10 a.m. until time of funeral service 12:30 p.m. at Spaulding & Curtin Funeral Directors, 500 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale (1 1/2 blocks west of Woodward). Interment Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley. |
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Benjamin Polenz, age 75, of Taylor, MI, passed away Sunday, January 18 in Oakwood Annapolis Hospital in Wayne, while under hospice care. |
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Bradford L. Bean, age 60, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly on Monday morning, Jan. 19, 2009, at his home. He was born Jan. 3, 1949, in Lansing, Mich., a son of the late Louis and Betty (Clark) Bean. Brad had resided in Sturgis since 2004, coming from Howe, Ind. He had also resided in Green Bay, Wis., for over 15 years. He was currently employed as the manager of the Manor Apartments of Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. He had owned and operated Edison’s Memory Stereo Shop and also had been employed for several years at the N.E.W. Zoo in Green Bay, Wis. He was an active and dedicated member of Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church in Sturgis. Brad was a veteran of the Viet Nam War, serving in the U.S. Marine Corp and earning the rank of Staff Sergeant. He enjoyed music and had been involved in theater work. Brad is survived by his daughter, Nikole (William) Gaigg of Fremont, Wis.; four grandchildren, Joshua, Thomas, Valerie and Juliana; a brother, Jeff (Anne) Bean of Flint; a nephew, Malcolm Bean of Flint;and Alison Bean of Los Angeles, Calif., whom he considered to be his second daughter. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. A memorial service celebrating the life of Brad Bean will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church, 1420 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis. The Rev. Charles Vizthum will officiate. Entombment of the ashes will follow the service at the Oak Lawn Columbarium at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Marine Corp Honor Guard. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Bean’s memory consider the Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church, 1420 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.Tributes.com.   |
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Bud Rogers, age 67, of Holland, MI, formerly of Howell, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009.  Born January 18, 1942 in Howell, the son of Myron D. and Carmen M. (Schrepfer) Rogers.  Beloved husband of Sandy (Boutell) Rogers; dear father of Laura Barlow and Susan Rogers, both of Texas; stepchildren, Barry Bergin of Davison and Krista Schulte of Ann Arbor.  Also survived by five grandchildren; brother, Paul (Zoe) Rogers of Howell; and many nieces and nephews.   He was preceded in death by his brother, Jim Rogers. Bud had retired as a carrier for the Howell Post Office and then worked as a Facilities Manager for First National Bank in Howell and Metropolitan Title Company.  Visitation will be Thursday from 2–4 and 6–8 p.m. with funeral services Friday, 3:00 p.m. at MacDonald’s Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800).  Memorial contributions are suggested to Holland Hospital Foundation for Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab, “In Memory of Bud Rogers”.  Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com.   |
CHALIFOUX JAMES M |
Age 40, January 19, 2009. Husband of Julie; dear father of Elleana, and Mara; beloved son of Robert and Margaret; dear brother of Jeanne, Janice, Lori, Robert and Peggy; also survived by many nephews, nieces and cousins. James will be greatly missed. Family will receive friends Thursday 3-9 p.m. with Rosary services at 7 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Funeral Mass will be Friday, in state 10:15 am until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Maurice Catholic Church, 32765 Lyndon Street, Livonia. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at |
CHMIELARCZYK JOSEPH S |
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CLARK RYAN M |
January 17, 2009, age 18. Beloved son of Rory and Karen Clark. Dearest brother of Brittany Clark. Loving grandson of Dee (the late Richard) Clark and Veronica (the late Milton, Sr.) Harrigan. Also survived by family and friends. Memorial visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Memorial service Saturday 11:00 a.m. at Cross Lutheran Church (Clinton Township), 35851 Utica Rd. Memorials to Gift of Life or your favorite charity appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
COON MARION IRENE (VIECELLI) |
Thursday 3-9 p.m. Please sign the online guestbook at www.rggrharris.com |
COVAULT ROBERT D |
Thursday 6-9 p.m. and Friday 2-8 p.m. at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 Blks. W. of Woodward), Berkley. Funeral service, Saturday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Veteran's Administration and/or the American Lung Association. Share your memories at: |
CURTIN GLORIA LaVONNE |
4-8 pm Thursday at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods with a 7:00 p.m. scripture service. Instate at St. Joan of Arc Church, 21620 Greater Mack, St. Clair Shores, 48080, from 9:30 a.m. Friday until Mass at 10:00 a.m. Memorials to the Church appreciated. |
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Carl Peppiatt, age 96, of rural Quincy, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009.  Mr. Peppiatt was born June 2, 1912 in Cherry Hill, Mich., 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 one daughter, Dorothy (James) Hixson of Phoenix, Ariz.; two sons, Paul (Shirley) Peppiatt of Quincy,  Daniel Peppiatt of Coldwater; nine grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Kenneth Peppiatt of White Lake; three sisters, Mary Hamilton of Kalamazoo, Yvonne (Charles) Ward of Punta Gorda, Fla., Betty (Thomas) Withrow of Fort Myers, Fla. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Joann Huntley and Helen Howard. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Hillsdale Assembly of God with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. Interment will follow in Fisher Hill Cemetery, Branch County. Visitation is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy. Memorials are suggested to the Hillsdale Assembly of God or CHC Hospice. |
Carol Ann Hunt, age 67 of Erie, MI, died Friday, January 16, 2009 in her home. Born Sept. 9, 1941 in Toledo, Ohio, she was the daughter of Melvin and Dolores (Neis) Powlesland. She was 1959 graduate of Bedford High School. |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. |
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Christopher Young, age 17, of Adrian died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Clarence H. Augustine, 95, of Rhodes, died at his daughter's residence on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. The son of the late George and Cecelia (Tenwalde) Augustine, he was born Oct. 6, 1913, in Gladwin, where he was raised and educated. |
Cora quot;Mamaw quot; Miles, 95, of Mt. Pleasant, formerly of Monroe, passed away January 17, 2009, at The Laurels of Mt. Pleasant.Born March 7, 1913, she was the daughter of Columbus and Hattie (Eads) Friar. |
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Cristin Sullivan Warstler, Ph.D., of Bangor, Maine, known to everyone as “Cristy”, passed away on Jan. 14, 2009, surrounded by her family, at Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, Maine, after a five year battle with Breast Cancer.  She was the beloved wife of Todd Michael Warstler.    Born on Nov. 9, 1971, in Huntington, N.Y., she was raised in Silver Spring, Md., where she graduated from Paint Branch High School in 1989.  Cristy graduated from Allegheny College in 1993 with a degree in psychology, and went on to graduate studies at Western Michigan University.  At Western Michigan she attained a master’s degree in applied behavior analysis in 1995, and a Ph.D. in Child Clinical Psychology in 1999.  She completed her Post Doctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Psychology at West Virginia University in 2000.  Cristy worked at Eastern Maine Medical Center as a Pediatric Clinical Psychologist.  She also held adjunct positions at the University of Maine, Department of Clinical Psychology and Tufts Medical School, Department of Pediatrics.  She specialized within the area of autism and spectrum disorders, as documented in her publications.  She especially enjoyed working with childhood anxiety disorders and pediatric health psychology, but at her core was a deep felt desire to help others. Cristy served as a volunteer and previous board member (Education chair) to the Maine Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation.  She was committed to educating others about the fact that breast cancer has no age boundaries.  She had also served on the board of directors for the United Cerebral Palsy and the Providers Advisory Board of the Childhood Development Services. She was honored with the Maine Leadership Award, which was presented at the Blaine House in October of 2006.  She was also nominated for the National Volunteer Award for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation and received the Survivor of the Year Award at the 2007 Maine Race for the Cure, fundraising event for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation.  In 2008, “Team Cristy” was the leading fundraiser for the 2008 Maine Race for the Cure. In addition to her husband, Cristy is survived by her parents, Barry and Judith Sullivan, of East Dennis, Mass.; her sister, Dawn (Todd) Van Ness of San Diego, Calif.; her brother, Kevin (Kristina) Sullivan of Waltham, Mass.; and several nieces and nephews.  She will also be missed by her dog, Toby, and her cat, Cuddles. Her life will be celebrated at a memorial service at 1 p.m. on Friday at All Souls Congregational Church, Bangor, with the Dr. James L. Haddix, Pastor and Teacher and the Rev. Dr. Rex Garrett, Director of Chaplaincy Services at Eastern Maine Medical Center, officiating. Relatives and Friends are welcome to share conversation and refreshment in the church vestry following the service.  In lieu of flowers, Cristy requested to have donations go to the Maine Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen, for the Cure, P.O. Box 1626, Bangor, ME 04402, or the American Cancer Society.   A Service of Brookings – Smith, Bangor.   |
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D. Diane Mitchell, age 64, of Adrian passed away unexpectedly at her home, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009. Diane was born on April 12, 1944 in Leaven-worth, Kan., the daughter of Donald and Louise (Michaels) Jasmund. She was married to Charles Robert “Bob” Mitchell. Bob preceded her in death in 1988. Diane graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1963.  She received both her Bachelors Degree and her Masters in Education from Siena Heights University. Diane worked at TLC Community Credit Union for several years, retiring in 2007. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed league bowling at Lenawee Recreation. Diane also enjoyed scrap booking, jewelry making, and creating hand-made cards. She was a member for 36 years and current president of Alpha Gamma Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.   Diane is survived by her son, Lance Mitchell of Manitou Beach and his fianceé, Tracy Brown; her sister, Kim (David) Sarapo of Adrian; her brother, Jeff (Brenda) Jasmund of Montgomery, Ala.; a sister-in-law, Karen Jasmund of Manitou Beach; a brother-in-law, Allen (Yvonne) Mitchell of Adrian; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, James Jasmund.  The funeral service for Diane will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Greg Burdine officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh. Friends may visit Diane’s family on Friday at the funeral home from 3 to 8 p.m. where her sorority will conduct their memorial ritual at 8 p.m. You may also sign the register book or leave condolences at  www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Diane may be made to Hickman Cancer Center. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
DANIELIAN CHRISTINE (VAUGHN) |
Saturday 10 a.m.-12 p.m. service at the Edward Korkoian Funeral Home, 836 N. Maint St., Royal Oak, (248) 541-8325. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. |
DUANE T. HARVEY BROWN CITY Duane T. Harvey, age 77, long time resident of Brown City, Maple Valley Twp. died Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Saginaw. He was born September 29, 1931 in Detroit, son to the late Theodore and Velma (Setter) Harvey. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion Post 489 in Peck. He married Mae Bell September 21, 1961 in Capac. Duane worked for Gerlock Construction Company as a machine operator for many years until his retirement. He is survived by his wife; Mae of Brown City, son; Robert Harvey of Melvin, daughters; Connie (Kurt) Gunther of Melvin and Anita (Tim) Eagle of Brown City, brothers; William (Marie) Harvey of Brown City and Ed (Barbara) Harvey of Tennessee, 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Duane Russell Harvey and brother Bob Harvey. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Memorial service was held at Community of Christ Church in Valley Center with Pastor Jim McLeod officiating. Memorials may be given to the donation of your choice. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Marlette, Michigan, (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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DURANT ROBERT MARVIN |
Friday 2-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Instate Saturday 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Funeral Service at Bethel Lutheran Church 26400 Little Mack, St Clair Shores 48081. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church building fund. |
DYSON MICHAEL |
Age 48. Arrangements by J.L. Peters Funeral Home. For more information visit, or phone (313) 928-6500. |
Temple, Darlene M. Bay City, Michigan Passed away Monday, January 19, 2009 after a lengthy illness, age 65 years. Funeral service will take place 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 23, 2009, at the W.L. Case & Company Funeral Chapel, 4480 Mackinaw Road, Saginaw. Rev. Richard Mundt will officiate with entombment in Oakwood Mausoleum. Friends may call at the chapel, 4480 Mackinaw Road, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. on Thursday and then from 10:00 a.m. Friday until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider her family. Complete obituary is online at www.casefuneralhome.com W.L. Case & Company Funeral Chapel Saginaw, Michigan |
David A. Farison, 64, passed away Jan. 13, 2009, in Midland. |
David Lynn Bomia, age 62, of Ida, loving husband, father, and quot;Pumpa, quot; passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home surrounded by his family at 10:35 a.m. after a yearlong fight with cancer. |
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Davie R. Powers, 52, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  He was born Sept. 3, 1956 in Hillsdale to Rex G. and Joann (Mallard) Powers. Davie was a 1974 graduate of Pittsford High School. He loved hunting, bowling, riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle and spending time with his son. He is survived by a son Tayler Jo Powers and his mother Linda Cross; a sister, Laurie (Randy Wilson) Meade of Litchfield; a brother, Kevin (Brenda) Powers of Waldron; a longtime friend, Mary Longfield; several nephews; one great-niece and one great-nephew. Davie was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Davie R. Powers will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Powers family. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Delmer W. Rutherford Montrose Delmer W. Rutherford, 79, of Montrose, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday (January 16, 2009). He was born March 8, 1929, in Attica Township, to the late Walter and Tressa (Dennis) Rutherford. He married Illa Werden on July 18, 1958. She preceded him in death on March 25, 1990. Delmer then married Kathleen (Scharer) Cahours on August 18, 1990 and they have resided in Montrose since marriage. Delmer served in the U.S. Navy for nine years. He was employed with General Motors as a NIO grinder for 36 years, retiring on July 1, 1983. After retirement, he was employed with Peppergrove Nursery in Lapeer for 5-1/2 years as a truck driver. All his life, Delmer loved gospel music and attended many concerts both in Michigan and Florida. He sang for 17 years with his cousin, William, and wife, Mary Ellen Smith, accompanied by their son, Brian Smith, in the Faith Gospel Trio. In his youth, Delmer farmed with his father and he had continued |
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Dennis "Cowboy" Brunett North Branch Dennis "Cowboy" Brunett, 54, of North Branch, passed away Thursday (January 15, 2009) at his residence, with his family at his side. He was born October 22, 1954, in Lapeer, the son of Betty (Green) and Roy Brunett. Dennis grew up in the Davison area and was a graduate of Davison High School, Class of 1973. He married Sherrill Anderson on June 18, 1977. Dennis retired from Delphi after several years of service. He was a member of the Long Riders Association. He enjoyed horses and trail riding with his friends. He also enjoyed going deer and bear hunting and fishing. Dennis will be missed by his family and friends. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Sherrill; daughter, Nicole, and son, Shawn, both of North Branch; father, Roy of Fostoria; sisters, Carolyn (Robert) Nelson of Flushing, Michele (David) Williams of Naperville, Ill.; brother, Ken (Beth) Brunett of Silverwood. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty in 2007. |
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Dennis L. Whitlock, 56, of Howe, Ind., died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at Goshen General Hospital in Goshen. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday  with Rev. Dewey Miller officiating.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Howe at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the family.   |
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Donald Lemmen, age 95, of Holland, died Tuesday, January 20, 2009.  He was a member of Maranatha Christian Reformed Church and former member of the Maranatha consistory and men’s society. He was retired from the Holland Ladder Co.  Don was preceded in death by his wife, Harriet Lemmen in 2004; an infant son, Delwyn Jay; and a grandson, Kevin Lemmen in 1978.  He is survived by his children, Wayne and Audrey Lemmen of Holland, Merle and Esther Lemmen of Holland, Phil and Sharon Lemmen of Holland, Delores and Ron Raak of Holland, and Wesley and Sandra Lemmen of Hamilton; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; brother, Marvin and Myrtle Lemmen of Holland; and sister-in-law, Lillian and Dale Bekhuis of West Olive.  Funeral and committal services will be 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 23 at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, 918 Central Ave., Holland, with Rev. Scott De Vries and Rev. Richard Vander Klok officiating. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visiting hours are scheduled for 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, at  Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E 16th St., Holland. Memorial contributions may be made to Holland Christian Schools and the Boersma Cottage at Resthaven Care Center. An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland. com. |
The sun set on the life of Donna Mae Curtis, age 82, at Cherrywood Manor in Jenison on Jan. 14, 2009. Her sun rose on Sept. 4, 1926, in Lansing. Her loving husband of 56 years, Ned S. Curtis, Jr., preceded her in death. |
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Dr. Paul A. Eiler, age 78, of North Manchester, Ind., died Jan. 18, 2009, at the Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Jan. 8, 1931, in Nampa, Idaho, a son of Austin and Edna (Betts) Eiler. A 1949 graduate of Nampa High School, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Manchester College in 1953 and  graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1960. His intern training was at McLaren Hospital in Flint, Mich. On Aug. 30, 1953, he married Alma Morningstar. Co-founder of the Manchester Clinic, with the late Dr. Lloyd Smith, he was a physician at Manchester Clinic for 36 years. Dr. Eiler served on the 5-County Mental Health Board, was a member of the Indiana Medical Association and Wabash County Medical Society, and was on staff at the Wabash County Hospital. He was a member, deacon, Sunday School teacher and choir member at the First Brethren Church, North Manchester. He also enjoyed photography and had a love for animals and nature. Surviving are his wife, Alma Eiler; son, Gary (Randa) Eiler, West Lafayette; daughters, Beth (Scott) Bolman of Lincolnshire, Ill., and Karen (Mike Sturgeon) Eiler, North Manchester; sister, Anne McKellip, Nampa, Idaho; sister-in-law, Alta (Morningstar) Schrock, Sturgis, Mich.; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and one brother. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the McKee Mortuary in North Manchester. Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at the First Brethren Church, North Manchester with Pastor Kurt Stout officiating. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Those wishing to honor the memory of Dr. Paul A. Eiler may direct memorials to: First Brethren Church, 407 N. Sycamore St., North Manchester, IN 46962; or Timbercrest Retirement Community, P.O. Box 501, North Manchester, IN 46962. |
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VanDoren"ED" A resident of Houghton Lake since 2001, and a former resident of Novi, died on January 20, 2009. He was 72 years old. He is survived by his beloved wife, Fran; children, Lynne VanDoren, Larry (Dianne) VanDoren, Mark (Ali) VanDoren, Melissa (Chris) Conley, Jeff (Cori) VanDoren; grandchildren, Erin, Max, Ethan, Megan, Maddison, Jake, and many special friends, including Wes Morris and Larry Thayer. Ed was a retired engineer from Hitachi Metals and an active member of the Kiwanis Club of Houghton Lake. A Funeral Service will be held at Highland Church of the Nazarene, 1211 W. Livingston Rd., Highland, on Saturday, January 24th, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Michael Hefner officiating. A luncheon at the church will follow. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty, Milford on Friday 3-9 p.m. Memorials may be made in his name to the Ravitz Phase I Unit, Cancer Center Development, 301 E. Liberty #103, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit: |
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Ector “Abel” Cuellar, age 53, of Onsted passed away Jan. 18, 2009, at U of M Hospital. He was born July 30, 1955, in Adrian, the son of Ignacio and Eligia  (Johnson) Cuellar Sr. On Aug. 15, 1987, he married Sheryl Callahan. She survives. Abel was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing and playing his guitar.  In addition to his wife, Sheryl, he is survived by his children, Janee (Rusty) Garza of Adrian, Abel (Erin) Cuellar of Kansas City, Bocephus Cuellar of Adrian and Joby and Casey Cuellar, both of Onsted; his mother; Eligia Cuellar, his grandchildren, Braxton, Jersi, Tristen and Zane; two brothers, Robert Cuellar and James (Mag) Cuellar; two sisters, Elodia Hernandez and Mary (Fred) Cantu. He was preceded in death by his father, Ignacio, and brothers, Louis, Ignacio Jr. and Rudy Serrato. Funeral Services will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Ray Rosas officiating. Burial of cremains will take place at a later date. Visitation will be on Thursday, from noon until 5 p.m. at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family. Offer your condolences online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
Edward John Zubavich, age 79, of Monroe, MI passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2009 at 11:42 AM in the home of his nephew and niece John and Brenda Mason in Belleville, MI. Ed had been in declining health for the past year. |
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Elden S. Schirmer Elba/Lapeer Elden S. Schirmer, 98, of Elba/Lapeer (formerly of Attica), passed away Monday (January 19, 2009). He was born July 2, 1910, in Attica, to William G. and Ella Bertha (Sumner) Schirmer. He married Ruth Irene Kelley on September 26, 1934. Mr. Schirmer graduated from Imlay City High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. Elden retired in 1972 as a supervisor in patient care at Oakdale Center. Mr. Schirmer grew up in the Schirmer House (Attica Hotel), which is now located at Crossroads Village in Flint. For many years, he gave piano and organ lessons at his home and volunteered at Suncrest after his wife died. Elden was a longtime member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Davison. He is survived by his dear friends, Archie and Jacqueline Patrick of Columbiaville, Carol Lee (James) Hogan and family of Lapeer, Carolyn (Don) Gordon and family of Columbiaville, Janet (Donald) Rappuhn and family of Sparta, Tenn. He |
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Ellen Nettnay Attica Ellen Nettnay, 83, of Attica, passed away December 4, 2008, at Marlette United Hospice Residence. Ellen Marie Roy was born September 5, 1925, in Mt. Vernon, Mich., the daughter of Robert and Mary Roy. Ellen had been a long-time resident of Attica and spent most of her life in the area. She attended Attica Schools. She married Max LeRoy Nettnay on February 22, 1956 in Lapeer. Ellen was a member of Attica United Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing and rug weaving. Ellen and Max owned and worked at Nettnay's General Store from 1968-1978. She was a cook for Casa Maria and cooked for a fraternity at the University of Michigan for 4 years. She also owned and cooked for a lunch wagon at auctions. She is survived by her husband, Max Nettnay of Attica; daughter, Nancy (Paul) Satwicz of Newton, Mass.; sons, Paul (Diane) Godo of North Branch, Kent (Barbara) Nettnay of Batesville, Ind., Wayne Nettnay of North Attleboro, Mass., David (Christine) Godo of Texa |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Emily J. Kopecko, 97, of Ironwood, died early Friday morning, Jan. 16, 2009, in Hurley . |
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Emma F. Beecher, 91, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 at Drews Place Village Green in Hillsdale. She was born Nov. 26, 1917 in Wheatland Township to Minor W. and Flossie E. (Gifford) Beecher. Emma was a 1935 graduate of North Adams High School and served as Cambria Township Clerk for more than 20 years. She was active in 4-H where she taught sewing and was a former member of the Hillsdale County Fair Woman’s Congress. Emma is survived by special friends Julie and Rick McNair and their sons James and Lee. She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Carl, Rex and Robert “Kent” Beecher. Funeral services for Emma F. Beecher will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Dan Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation  from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Janke, Esther Ann Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Janke passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at Bay Special Care Hospital. Age 79 years. At the request of Mrs. Janke cremation will take place and a complete obituary and Memorial Service will be announced in a later edition of the paper. |
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Evelyn L. Gosselar, age 89, of Holland, died Sunday, January 18, 2009, at Holland Hospital.  Evelyn was born in Grand Rapids  on November 17, 1919 to Joseph and Margaret Streelman.  She married Robert Gosselar and they eventually moved to the Holland area.  A member of Immanuel Church, she served as a Sunday school teacher, a leader of the Pioneer Girls Club, and sang in the choir for many years.  Evelyn worked as a secretary for the Michigan Dept. of Health,  the Tulip Time office and also volunteered at Holland Hospital for many years.  Preceding her in death was her husband, Robert Gosselar, in October of 1995.  Surviving are her children, Barbara Gosselar of Wheaton, Illinois, and David and Trish Gosselar of Holland; grandchildren, Steve Hughes, Erin Hughes, Peter Gosselar, Joey Gosselar, and Maggie Gosselar; a sister, Jean and Robert Ferrall; in-laws, Maxine Mersman, and Joyce and David Hyma; nieces and nephews.  A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, 2:00 p.m. at Immanuel Church, 325 104th Ave., Holland.  Officiating will be  Rev. Robert Terpstra.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Visitation will be following the service at the church.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Holland Rescue Mission.  Arrangements are by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Holland.  Please visit www.lifestorynet .com   for further information.     |
FERKOVICH RUTH M |
Friday 4-9 p.m. Rosary 7 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Saturday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Mass at St. Richard Catholic Church, 35637 Cherry Hill (E. of Newburgh Rd). Memorial donations may be made to St. Richard Catholic Church. To leave a message of condolence for the family log on to www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com |
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Friday 2:30-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot, Roseville. In state Friday 9:30-10 a.m. time of Funeral mass at St. Donald Church. Share a memory with the family at |
Frank J. Pieper, Jr. |
Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
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Frank J. Snead, age 90, of Adrian died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
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Commander Frank Michael Murphy, USN (ret.), passed away Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 at his home in Riverview, Fla. from a lengthy illness. Frank was born Oct. 28, 1953 in Honolulu, Hawaii.  Frank, known to his family as Mike, was the first son to be born to the late Captain Frank M. Murphy Jr., USN (ret) and is survived by his mother Margaret McGlaughlin Murphy of Coldwater. Frank is a Naval Academy graduate, class of 1976, and a retired officer of the US Navy. Frank is also survived by his best friend and loving wife Patty Siegle Murphy; two sons, Charles “Chad” and wife Anna of Herndon, Va., and Marshall of Springfield, Va. He has three brothers; Timothy and wife Patricia of Paris, France, Edward Scott and wife Amy of St Peters, Mo., Kelly of Coldwater and one sister Theresa and husband Michael Murphy of Coldwater. There also are four brother-in-laws, George Siegle and wife Mary Lou, Donald Siegle and wife Marina, Elmer Siegle, Thomas Siegle and Lisa. Uncle Mike was the favorite uncle to twenty nieces and nephews; in addition to a great niece and a great nephew. Uncle Mike always made the kids laugh. Frank has also left behind his four legged buddies, Boomer and Malibu, which brought him much peace.  Frank is also survived by many friends in life, which will always have a good Frank story to tell. Memories of Frank will always bring a smile. A memorial service will be at the Naval Academy to be announced at a later date. |
MARTIN, Fred Age 79 Of Mendon Died Thursday, January 15, 2009 at his home. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 PM Wednesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon where services will begin at 2 PM Wednesday. Burial will be in Dutton Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to a charity of one's choice. Online register, condolences, and a complete obituary may be found at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
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Age 87, January 21, 2009. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Welcome Home Thursday 3:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. at McAuley Center, 28750 W. 11 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Funeral Mass Friday, 10:30 a.m. at McAuley Center Chapel. Arrangements by McCabe Funeral Home. |
GROSS ROBERT I |
Friday 1-9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Road, Livonia. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street, Detroit, MI 48207 |
Gertrude Eleanore (Silberg) Sovde Thursday, January 22, 2009 3:01 AM |
TOWNSEND, Del. -- Having just celebrated her 90th birthday, Gertrude Eleanore (Silberg) Sovde, formerly of Townsend, passed away Jan. 13, 2009, at Millcroft Healthcare Center in Newark. Her daughter was at her side. |
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KINGSFORD, Mich. -- Gladys Marie Doucette, 88, of 313 Wolcott Ave., Kingsford, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau, Wis., after a brief bout with cancer. |
Chinavare, Gladys R., age 97, of Trenton, MI died January 16, 2009. |
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2-8 p.m. January 22 at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Rd., Redford, MI (313) 937-3670 |
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GERMANTOWN, Wis. -- Helen (Kolak) Thorin, 83, of Germantown, died Monday, Dec. 29, 2008, in Germantown. |
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EVANSTON, Ill. -- Helen (Vizanko) Stein, 86, of Evanston, died on Dec. 19, 2008. |
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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. |
Helen M. Pratt-Rines 1925-2009 Helen Marie Pratt-Rines, 83, formerly of Filion, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at Harbor View Adult Foster Care in Port Huron, with her family by her side. She was born on June 19, 1925 in Armada to the late George and Viola Deacons. She went to Filion School and graduated from Kinde High School. She was married to her lifelong sweetheart, Clarence Pratt in Filion at her parent's home on August 7, 1943 by Rev. Marion Lowe of the Presbyterian Church in Bad Axe. They raised five children and were married 54 years until Clarence passed away in 1997 She married Stanley Rines on November 1, 1998 at the First Presbyterian Church in Bad Axe by Rev. Jan Dykshoorn. She spent the past 10 years in Freedom, N.H. and Zephyrhills, Fla. with Stanley until she became ill. She then returned to Michigan to be with her family. Helen worked for Hamill Manufacturing and was a nurse's aid at Huron Memorial Hospital. She also did home health care for the ill and elderly. She was loved by her patients for her tender loving care. She enjoyed visiting her children and her grandchildren. Her sense of humor and good nature will be missed by all. She is survived by her husband, Stanley Rines, Freedom, N.H.; children, Diana (Bob) Repp, Port Huron, Sharon (Bob) Haldane, Bad Axe, Dale Pratt, Ubly, Wayne Pratt, Port Austin and Vicky (Chuck) Knowlton, Port Huron; step-children, Jeri (Mark) McKinley, Kris Rines and James (Brooke) Rines; eight grandchildren, Jill (Steve) Emery, Jennifer (Chris) Lee, Michelle (Don) Dixon, Jessica (Derek) Bach, Amy (Eric) Maust, Cortney Henderson, Carrie Pratt and Dustin Henderson; several great-grandchildren, step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Howard (Nancy) Deacons, Filion and Eugene (Mary) Deacons, Zephyrhills, Fla.; two sisters, Joyce Guza, Buckley and Eileen (Franklin) Miller, Filion and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Pratt; her parents and a sister, Donna (Chuck) Eddie. Services were held on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Bad Axe First Presbyterian Church. Rev. Jan Dykshoorn, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the Colfax Cemetery. Memorials may be offered to Heartland Hospice or the Bad Axe First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Wednesday January 21, 4-9 p.m and Thursday January 22, 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. Funeral service will be held Friday, January 23, 10 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home. Share a memory with the family at |
Irene M. Ott Almont Irene M. Ott, 86, of Almont, passed away Sunday (January 18, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Medical Center. She was born April 9, 1922, in Almont, the daughter of Charles and Mabel Hahn. She married Harvey Ott on February 14, 1945. Mrs. Ott had worked at Bischak's restaurant in Almont and at Hurd Lock. She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Imlay City. She is survived by her adopted daughter, Joyce Kennedy of Texas; grandsons, Jack Ott of Almont and Daniel Kennedy of Texas; cousins, Donald Winter and Betty Nething. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harvey. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday (January 21, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Almont. Rev. Daniel E. Lashley of Trinity Baptist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Romeo Cemetery. To share your thoughts with family and friends, visit |
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HARRISVILLE, Mich. -- Isabelle Mary (Toepel) French was born April 26, 1911, in Ashland, Wis., and passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, in Alpena. |
Iva Mae Lamoreaux Lapeer Iva Mae Lamoreaux, 73, of Lapeer, passed away January 14, 2009. She was born January 12, 1936, in Almont, to Rufus T. and Esther (Meirow) Overdorf. She married Richard "Dick" Lamoreaux on June 20, 1959 at the Congregational Church in Almont. Iva Mae graduated from Almont High School in 1953 and McAulely School of Nursing in 1958. Mrs. Lamoreaux was a nurse in Lapeer for over 44 years, working at the hospital and many local doctors' offices, including Dr. Heitsch, Dr. Skindell and Dr. Yap. She will be remembered as a dedicated caregiver who truly cared for her patients. Iva Mae would do anything to help people. Mrs. Lamoreaux enjoyed reading, portrait painting, traveling with her husband, watching birds and animals, and playing cards. She was a loving wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Richard "Dick" Lamoreaux; sons, Scott Lamoreaux of Lapeer and Craig (Lori) Lamoreaux of Otter Lake; sister, Betty Ann (Donald) Rowley of Arizona. |
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Age 68. Beloved husband of Beverly. Loving dad of Krissy (Gary Zoller), Frisky and Sweetie Pie. Funeral Services Friday 11 a.m. Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Vistation Thursday 3-9 p.m. Memorials to DAV or Operation Troop Aid, 9851 Codyview Dr., Independence, KY 41051. Expressions of sympathy may be made at |
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James R. Fox, age 53, of Tecumseh died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 in his home. Arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Homes. |
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Janet L. Weage, age 75, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She had been in failing health. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson, with the Rev. David Pierce officiating. A reception and time for fellowship will follow at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall in Coldwater. Memorial donations are suggested to Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. Janet was born Nov. 19, 1933 in Coldwater, daughter of Ford and Olive (Titus) Collard, and lived in Coldwater most of her life. She married Keith D. Weage in July 1951 in Coldwater. They eventually divorced and he preceded her in death in February 1974. Janet first worked as a legal secretary for attorney Richard Birringer in Coldwater, then for 10 years at Baker and Botts Attorneys in Houston. She was an active member of the Sigma Gamma Sorority, holding both local and district offices. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law Christine and David Norton of Coldwater; six grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her son Kevin Weage and her brother Walter Collard. This obituary is also at www.kolcz.com, where private messages may be left for the family. |
Janice Ellen Burguard, 67 years old, of Petersburg, died Tuesday night, January 19, 2009, in St. Vincent's Hospital, Toledo, OH. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home Thursday from 2-8 PM. She will lie in state at St. |
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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. |
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Jennette K. Fair, age 91, of Bronson, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 at the Laurels of Coldwater. She was born July 29, 1917 in Noble Twp., daughter of Glenn L. and Zella (Cattell) Wilber and with the exception of ten years, was a lifelong Branch County resident. She had lived one year in Orland, Ind and nine years in Hillsdale. Jennette married Lincoln Fair on July 28, 1962 in Coldwater. Lincoln died June 11, 1994. She was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Bronson and the Farm Bureau, and enjoyed reading and crochet. Jennette worked for the former Darling Company in Bronson for six years, then for 19 years, she was a clerk at the former Economy Food Store in Bronson retiring in January 1974. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Jack Falkenstein of Athens, Ohio; step-daughters Ginger (Philip) Jacobsen of Battle Creek, Phyllis Paul of Kalamazoo and Leila Gray of Delton; seven grandchildren; eight step-grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren and four step-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, two sisters and three brothers. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23. 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Bronson with Pastor John Fields officiating. Interment will follow in Bronson Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 2–6 p.m. Thursday where memorial donations are suggested to the First Baptist Church. |
John F. Jubar 1937-2009 John F. Jubar, 71, Sebewaing, died Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at Northwood Meadows in Cass City following a lengthy illness. He was born November 1, 1937 in Akron Twp., Tuscola Co., son of Sybil G. (Gotham) Jubar and the late Orin A. Jubar. He was united in marriage to Tamara K. Gruehn on April 6, 1982 in Lucas Co., Ohio. John had been employed at Defoe Shipbuilding in Bay City for many years and later for Kuhl Building Products in Sebewaing for over 20 years before retiring in 2001. He was united in marriage to Tamara K. Gruehn on April 6, 1982 in Lucas Co., Ohio. He was a member of New Salem Lutheran Church in Sebewaing, served on the board of finance and had been in the choir. He also was a member of Sebewaing American Legion Post #293, life member of the Sebewaing Sportsmen's Club; was in charge of the bingo games at the Sebewaing V.F.W. and Legion for 12 years. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1961 to 1964. He is survived by his wife, Tamara (Tammy) Jubar, Sebewaing; two sons, Keith (Shanna) Jubar, Madisonville, Tenn. and Bruce (Jo) Jubar, Sebewaing; his mother, Sybil Jubar, Unionville; two grandsons, Jacob and Blake Jubar, two granddaughters, Olivia and Erin Jubar; two step-grandchildren, Shane (Brooke) Ward and Christopher Ward; four step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Ken (Barbara) Jubar, Holly; one sister, Illa (Jeannie) (Herb) Severn, Unionville; aunt, Coral Gotham, Unionville; brother-in-law, Terry Gruehn, South Branch; several nieces and nephews and special friends, Curt and Pat Baur and John and Brenda Sigmund; all of Sebewaing. He was preceded in death by one niece, Rae Lynn Huyghe. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service was held on Friday, January 16, 2009 at New Salem Lutheran Church in Sebewaing. Rev. William Mayhew officiated. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider New Salem Lutheran Church, Home and Hospice Advantage or the Alzheimer's Foundation. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing. |
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Judith E. Wheeler, 67, of Reading, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at home.  She was born Sept. 13, 1941 in Hillsdale, the daughter of Harrison and Ivone Grace (Watkins) Benjamin. Judy was a 1959 graduate of Hillsdale High School, and for 25 years she owned and operated Baker’s Acres Country Store in Reading. Also active in her community, Judy served many years as the Reading Township Treasurer, President of the Reading Library Board, member of the Reading Athletic Boosters Club, and the Youth Sports Program. She was also talented at knitting and crocheting and enjoyed special time spent with her family. On June 11, 1965 she married Roger Wheeler and he survives, along with, two daughters, Kimberly (Randy) Blythe and Kathryn Wheeler; three sons, Timothy (Lisa) Wheeler, Nicolas Wheeler, Benjamin Wheeler all of Reading; two sisters, Helen (Jim) Truitt of Hillsdale, Sandra White of Fort Wayne, Ind.; two brothers, Mike (June) Benjamin of Tell City, Ind., Larry (Jo) Benjamin of Reading; five grandchildren, Lacey Spieth, Alex and Barbara Wheeler, Samuel and Zoe Blythe. She was preceded in death by one son, Jeffrey, and her sister, Thelma Benjamin. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Don Harkey officiating.  Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Reading.  Visitation is scheduled from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.  Memorials to the Reading Community Library would be appreciated. |
KAISER JAMES A |
Friday 2-9 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary at the Wasik Funeral Home, 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (N. of 22 Mile Rd.), Shelby Twp. Instate Saturday 11:30 a.m. until 12 Noon Funeral Mass at St. Isidore Church, 18201 23 Mile Road (Macomb Twp.). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Parkinson's Disease Association. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: |
KANAN PETER PAUL |
Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary 7:00 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (N. of 22 Mile Rd.), Shelby Twp. Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Therese of Lisieux Church, 48115 Schoenherr Rd. (Shelby Twp.). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Capuchins. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: |
KIZY GERALDINE M (BOUDREAU) |
Friday 3:00-9:00 p.m. with a 7 p.m. funeral service at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville. Contributions may be made to National Kidney Foundation of Michigan, 1169 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48108. Please share a memory with the family at |
KLOTZ RUTH F |
Friday 2-8 p.m. at THAYER-ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 33603 Grand River Ave., Farmington (1 block. W. of Farmington Rd.). Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Angela Hospice. |
KNUDSEN KEITH MARTIN |
Age 51 of St. Clair Shores, passed away January 16, 2009. Keith graduated in 1975 from Sterling Heights High School. In his youth, he was an avid hockey player, skating with the Fraser Highlanders. He worked for years at Chrysler as a tool and die maker. Keith loved his many Doberman Pinschers, was an active sportsman and hunter. Beloved son of the late Tom and Doris Knudsen. He is survived by his brothers Graham, Barry and Tom, many extended family members and numerous friends, especially Glen, Gina, Ron, Bridget and Jim. Memorials suggested to the ALS Association, 675 E. Big Beaver Rd., Suite 207, Troy, MI 48083 (248) 680-6540 www.alsa.org. Memorial visitation Saturday, January 24, 2009, at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile) from 10 a.m. until 12 noon with a memorial service at 12 noon. Interment Private. Share a memory at bcfh.com., 2 guest book messages |
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90 of Billings, passed away Monday, January 19, 2009 at St. John's Lutheran Nursing Home. The daughter of George and Nellie Kulchesky, Stella was born December 24, 1918 in California, PA. She received her Bachelor Degree from Western Michigan University and a Master's Degree from The University of Michigan. Stella worked as a teacher and Counselor in the Michigan Public School system until retirement in 1983. In 1944 she married John C. Koski in Hamtramck, MI. He preceded her in death in 1980. Stella enjoyed theater, golfing, reading and writing. She has made her home in Billings since 2000. Survivors include two sons, John, his wife Tracy and their daughters Caitlin and Lindsay of Billings and Mike of Interlochen, MI and his son Michael Vincent of Keego Harbor, MI. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Julius and George Kulchesky and Harry Kool. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held at 1:30p.m. on Saturday January 24th at the Ocee Johnson Chapel located within the main building at St. John's Lutheran Home. Interment services are planned for the spring or summer at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield, MI. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. John's Lutheran Nursing Home. Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary has charge of arrangements. Remembrances may be shared with the family by visiting |
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Kenneth W. Hoffman, age 77, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Holland, passed away Monday, January 19, 2009.  Kenneth was employed for GE Electric Company for 29 years.  He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Jennie (Kouw) Hoffman; brothers, John, Nels and Jay Hoffman; and sisters, Dolores De Jonge, Helen Roelofs and Phyllis Hulst.  Kenneth is survived by his sisters, Lavina and Rev. Harvey Hoekstra of California, and Joyce and Walter Fett of Grand Haven; sisters and brother-in-law, Ruth Hoffman of Kalamazoo, Grace Hoffman of Nevada and Jerry De Jonge of Holland; many special nieces and nephews; and special friends, Steve and Jan Smith of Grand Rapids.  Funeral services for Kenneth will be Thursday January 22, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to Heartland Hospice Services. An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com. |
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 Kevin LeRoy “Bubba” Lambert, age 40, of Morenci died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born April 23, 1968, in Adrian to LeRoy Lambert and Dixie (LaFountian) Lambert Krutz. On March 30, 2002, Kevin married Adriene Collins in Tipton and she survives. Kevin was a fan of NASCAR racing and Red Wings hockey. In addition to his wife, Kevin is survived by one son, Kevin Lambert of Morenci; one stepson, Eddie Cousino of Morenci; three daughters, Annette Lambert, Lynette Lambert and Haley Lambert; three brothers, Greg (Jen) Lambert of Tecumseh, Randy (Stacy) Lambert of Adrian and Austin Krutz of Onsted; eight sisters, Denise Lambert of Morenci, Christine (Tim) Lambert of Adrian, Stephanie (Scott) Krutz of Onsted, Amy (Robert) Lambert of Adrian, Carrie (Ronald) Klee of Adrian, Kimberly (Dean) Krutz of Onsted, Michelle Krutz of Adrian and Nicole (James) Krutz of Adrian; one sister-in-law, Dawn Schuch and her children, Dale, Robert and William, of Morenci; and several nieces and nephews. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents; a stepdaughter, JessErin; and a nephew, Nathaniel. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at 5 p.m. at the Reformed Baptist Church in Adrian with Pastor Calvin Walden officiating. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Kevin Lambert. Envelopes are available and Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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LEOTA BLANCHE MILLETICS CROSWELL Leota Blanche Milletics, age 88, of Croswell, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2009. Blanche was born November 28, 1920 in Lexington Twp., daughter of the late Thomas and Jesse (Merrick) Hunt. She married Carl Millectics on March 18, 1939 in Croswell. He preceded her in death on January 16, 1975. Blanche was a homemaker and secretary for Carl's Welding & Machine Shop for 27 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Croswell, and the local Rebekah Lodge holding offices for many years. She also enjoyed and was an avid gardener. She is survived by one daughter; Carlene (Steve) Sysak of Farwell, four sons; Charles, William (Ann) and Paul (Ann), all of Croswell, and John of Wooden Shoe, 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Annette, a sister, Iva (Annie) Stone, and three brothers Jack, Wallace and Dean Hunt. Funeral Services were held at the First Presbyterian Church, Croswell with Rev. Kenneth Hetzel officiating. Burial was in Croswell Cemetery. Her grandsons were pall bearers. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Six South Howard Ave., Croswell, MI 48422. |
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Lafe E. Arnett, 87, of Tipton, passed away Jan. 17, 2009, at Herrick Memorial Hospital. He was born Nov. 21, 1921, in Burkettsville, Ohio, the son of Clarence and Hazel (Reeser) Arnett. On March 20, 1963, he married Eleanor Treat. She preceded him in death in September of 1989.  He served his country during World War II in the 145th Infantry. He is survived by his children, Jone Brighton of Adrian and Tim Arnett of Tipton; his grandchildren, Nina Fletcher of Cement City, Robin Gaitan of Rock Hill, S.C., Amy Arnett Smith of Adrian, Nickie (Angie) Griffes of Adrian, David Ward of Lyons, Ohio, Jason (Jennifer) Ward of Manitou Beach, Eddie (Marcie Emerson) Ward of Adrian, Tonya Ward of Blissfield; 15 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; two brothers, Hantzel (Charlene) Arnett of Cement City and Don (Rosemary) Arnett of Adrian; one sister, Mary Warschefsky of Cement City; four stepchildren, Bruce (Cherie) Gifford of Arlington, Texas, Pat (Jackie) Miller of Blissfield, Jimmie (Sally) Gifford and Bob (Liz) Gifford of Adrian; 11 step-grandchildren and nine stepgreat-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor, his son, Jon Paul; one daughter, Renetta Gaitan; his parents, Clarence and Hazel; siblings, Paul and Grace, and a grandson, Eric Gaitan. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. Funeral services will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday with the Rev. Ned Bernstein officiating. Burial will take place on Thursday in North Adrian Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Disabled Veterans of Adrian. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
Lena M. Balk, 95, of Monroe died at 3:15 p.m. Friday at Medilodge of Monroe. She had been in poor health for two weeks.Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home where a rosary service will be held at 5 p.m. |
LaPonsey, Lorine A. (Schumannn) Pinconning, Michigan Mrs. LaPonsey, age 95 years, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Brian's House following a lingering illness. Funeral services at planned for Thursday and Friends may call at the Lee-Ramsay Funeral Home on Wednesday 1 to 9 p.m. A complete obituary will be in Tuesday's edition. |
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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. |
Luci A. Boyan, 84, of Monroe died at 3:40 a.m. Saturday at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Luci A. Boyan, age 84 of Monroe, died at 3:40 a.m. Saturday at the Lutheran Home. She had been in declining health for two months. Friends may call from 2 - 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Rupp Funeral Home where a Scripture Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. |
MARJORIE S. CARLSON APPLEGATE Marjorie S. Carlson, age 73, of Applegate, passed away quietly on Thursday, January 15, 2009. Marjorie is survived by her husband of forty eight years, John William Carlson. Her children; Kimberly (Kevin) Cunningham, John (Rita) Carlson, Karen Wood and Kathy (Jeremy) McNayr, nine grandchildren; Stacy (Sean) Murray, Stephanie (Ryan) Helmold, Joshua, Eugene, John and Cody Carlson, Eric Wood, Nick and Samantha Marr and one great grandson Zachary Murray. Cremation has taken place, with a private family memorial to be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Woodland's Developmental Center Special Olympics or St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell. |
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Margarita Arjona, age 77 of Holland, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009.  She is survived by her husband, Seferino Arjona; children, Maria de los Angeles Rosales, Ernestina A. Rodriguez, Jose Hector Arjona, Alicia M. Ruiz, Hilda Arjona, Lilia Areas, Raul Arjona, Arturo Arjona; 18 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be 4:00 p.m. Thursday at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 East 16th St., Holland with  Father Charles Brown officiating.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.  Burial will be in Mexico.  An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com. |
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Mark John Toepper, age 53, of Vicksburg, Mich., passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at his home. He was born Dec. 20, 1955, in Sturgis, Mich., a son of the late John T. and Marieta (Fitterer) Toepper. Mark had been a resident of Vicksburg since 1989.  He previously lived in Kalamazoo and the Sturgis area. On May 31, 1986, he married Marilyn Crowe.  They were together for 20 years before divorcing in 2006. He was employed for Grumman-Olson, which is now Morgan-Olson, while residing in Sturgis, and was employed for over 18 years at Benteler Automotive in Galesburg. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, bonfires, and shooting fireworks with his family.  He was a practical joker at times and was known by his co-workers as the “Candyman,” always sharing his candy with his co-workers. Surviving are his children: John (Chrissy) Toepper of Portage, Jamie Toepper of Portage, Carol (Brian) Karr of Brunswick, Ohio, and Trista Edwards of the Cleveland, Ohio area; two grandchildren, McKenna Karr and Braden Edwards; three brothers, Gary Toepper of Topeka, Kansas, Steven (Kyung) Toepper of South Korea, and Jeffrey Toepper of Jackson, Mich. He was preceded in death by his parents. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place.  A memorial service celebrating the life of Mark John Toepper will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis with the Rev. Calvin J. Kolzow, Trinity Lutheran Church, officiating.  A private family burial will take place at a later date in Sturgis Memorial Gardens.  Memorial donations may be directed to the family to help with funeral expenses.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.legacy.com.   |
Leach, Mark G. Frankenmuth, Michigan formerly of Millington Passed away suddenly Sunday, January 18, 2009 at the St. Mary's Medical Center in Saginaw, Mark was 51. The Leach family will receive friends at the Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington on Tuesday from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and also on Wednesday from 2:00 pm until 8:00pm. A complete obituary will appear in the Tuesday edition. You're welcome to express condolences or share a memory online at hanlinfuneralhome.com HANLIN FUNERAL HOME (A family serving families for 81 years) |
• Mary Lou Baker, 64, of Grand Rapids, formerly Onekama, died Jan. 17. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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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 E. Shay, 87, of Holland, died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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Max E. Burkey, age 78, of Mottville, Mich., passed away Jan. 21, 2009, at his home. Arrangements will be announced by the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine.   |
Maxine Blohm died Jan. 16, 2009, after a prolonged illness. Born May 7, 1918, Maxine lived most of her life in Defiance, Ohio. She spent her early childhood in Chicago, Illinois. She later lived with Bertha and Harry Yager in Beaverton. She met her late husband, Ray Blohm, in Saginaw. They married in 1944. |
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Melvin R. Gilbert Jr., age 70, of Adrian died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Feb. 22, 1938, in Adrian, to Melvin R. and Ruby (Wolfe) Gilbert Sr. On Dec. 2, 1961, he married Donna Fletcher and she survives. Melvin was an avid bowler, camper and fisherman. He was a member of the Berean Baptist Church, the Eagles and the Moose. In addition to his wife, Donna, he is survived by his children, Martin Gilbert of Adrian, Melvin Gilbert III of Onsted, Michael Gilbert of Adrian, Michelle Wilson and her husband, Robert, of Adrian, James E. Gilbert of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Cheryl Manser and her husband, Mark, of Onsted; six grandchildren, Eric Gilbert, Meredith Manser, Alan Manser, Dale Manser, Bradley Manser and Bobbie Wilson; three stepgrandchildren, Mary (Tim) Lawhead, Ed (Julie) Wilson and Stuart Wilson; three stepgreat-great-grandchildren, Megan Wilson and Ashley and Brandon Sanders; four brothers, Roger Gilbert and his wife, Janet, of Adrian, Robert Gilbert and his wife, Bonnie, of Adrian, Ronald Gilbert and his wife, Dawn, of Adrian and George Gilbert and his wife, Brenda, of Tecumseh; a sister, Amy Maddox and her husband, Bobbie, of Tecumseh; and special friends, Richard and Lisa Spalding, Melissa Morton and Jack Ward, Donna and Jerry Campbell, Carrie Bloom and many other good friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Melvin will be held Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Doug Rogers of the Berean Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian, with Full Graveside Military Rites conducted by the V.F.W. Annis-Fint Post #1584. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Melvin Gilbert. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Mildred Bertha Rabideau Lapeer Mildred Bertha Rabideau, 79, of Lapeer for over 38 years (formerly of Troy) passed away Friday (January 16, 2009). She was born February 3, 1929, in Detroit, to Walter and Beatrice (Grilbozer) Ott. She married Lawrence Paul Rabideau on June 14, 1947 in Roseville. Mildred was a loving wife and mother. Everyone she met cared for her very much. She loved to play pinochle. She is survived by her husband, Lawrence "Larry" Rabideau of Lapeer; children, Larry (JoAnn) Rabideau of Coleman, Allan J. Rabideau of Coleman, Darlene (Steven) Bovee of North Branch; grandchildren, James (Bridgett) Davidson and Crystal Davidson, both of North Branch; sister, Bea (Darrell) Galyon of Roseville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Beatrice Ott. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. The family is having a memorial service at 12 noon, Saturday (January 24, 2009) at Larry and Mildred's home. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Fune |
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Onalee M. Hopkins, age 91, of White Pigeon, Mich., passed away on Wednesday evening, 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 Sturgis 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 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; one 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; one 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 service celebrating the life of Onalee Hopkins will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the First Presbyterian Church of Sturgis. The Rev. Michael Wicks will officiate. Burial of the ashes will take place at the Prairie Rest Cemetery in Delavan, Ill., at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes–Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Hopkins memory 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.   |
Paul A. Knaggs, age 83 years of Ottawa Lake, MI, died Thursday, January 15, 2009 in Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo Center. Born May 25, 1925 in Ottawa he was the son of Ludy and Lucy (LaPointe) Knaggs. He married Beulah M. |
Penny Paula Smith, 45, passed away suddenly on Jan. 14, 2009, in Gladwin. |
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Ralph E. Snyder, age 78, of Tecumseh passed away Jan. 19, 2009. Ralph was born April 19, 1930, in Hillsdale County, the son of Ross Dudley and Minnie Elizabeth (Hooker) Snyder. On March 8, 1951, he married Donna Jones in Angola, Ind. She preceded him in death on Oct. 5, 2001.  He retired from Tecumseh Products after 38 years of service. His loves were camping in Northern Michigan, vacationing in Yuma, Ariz., and above all his cat, Tinkerbell.  Ralph is survived by two sisters, Joyce (Melvin)  Benschoter of Palmyra and Darlene (Bennett) Palmer of Devils Lake; five brothers, Laurence (Betty) of Lake Placid, Fla., Val (Sandy) of Adrian, Ted (Brenda) of Manitou Beach, Douglas (Carol VanZant) of Hudson and Daryl (Kay Cagle) of Adrian.  In addition to his his wife, Donna, he was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Donald, Ross, William and Robert. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Visitation will be from 5 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Condolences may be offered at www.pursefuneralhome.com.  |
Richard S. Skirlo 1922-2009 Richard S. Skirlo, 86, Unionville, passed away Monday, January 12, 2009. He was born in Unionville on November 19, 1922, son of Edwin and Martha (Stoll) Skirlo and remained a lifelong resident. He married Rosemary Bean on January 15, 1949. She preceded him in death on April 12, 2005. Dick was employed with Michigan Bell Telephone Company, where he retired as a Toll Testman. He was a member of the Morovian Church, where he served on its Board of Elders and Trustees and was a member of the Unionville Village Council for 17 years. He had also been finance officer for the American Legion Post 421 and had been with the Unionville-Akron-Columbia Fire Department for 38 years. During World War II, he proudly served with the U.S. Army. He is survived by daughter, Barbara (Andrew) Nutt, Unionville; grandchildren, Patrick (Machelle) Nutt, Richard (Heather) Nutt, Rae Ann, John and Bambi Nutt; great-grandchildren, Shiann, Aaron, Calie, Hannah, Triston, Amber,Elijah and Jaida Nutt and sister, Helen Glasser, Grandville. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard and a brother, James Skirlo. Funeral services were held on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at the Unionville Moravian Church. Rev. Andreas Teich officiated, with interment taking place in the church cemetery. The family has suggested memorials to the church, the A-C-W ambulance service or the burn unit at St. Mary's Medical Center, Saginaw. Arrangements were handled by the Unionville Funeral Chapel, Unionville. |
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• Richard W. Franklin, 62, of Manistee, died Friday, Jan. 16. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Ricky A. Wilhelm, 54, of Dorr, died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 at Butterworth Hospital Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009 from 7-9 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. The service will be Friday, Jan. 23, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home with Pastor Michael DeBose of the Lansing Resurrection Life Church officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Union City. Rick was born Sept. 14, 1954 in Houston, Texas to E.H. and Betty (Richards) Wilhelm, Sr. He married Lucinda A. (Cindy) Stanley on Nov. 18, 1983 in Humble, Texas. Mr. Wilhelm owned Wilhelm Enterprises, working in the construction business for over 22 years in Dorr. He loved his work and was an associate member of the Greater Grand Rapids Builders Association. Rick enjoyed sprint car racing, sponsoring a car for many years and a variety of water sports including boating, skiing and fishing. Mr. Wilhelm, most of all, enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter Ericka Wilhelm in 2006, his parents, his brother Christian Wilhelm and his sister Cynthia VanWinkle. Rick is survived by his wife Cindy, his daughters Roslyn and Jansen Vinson of Houston, Texas, Lisa and Tristan Jager of Dorr, Kristen and Johnny Reynolds of Wayland and Rickey Ann Wilhelm of Dorr, his brothers E.H. and Gail Wilhelm, Jr. of Houston and Gus and Lisa Wilhelm of Grand Rapids and his two grandchildren, Trenton Jager and Jessica Vinson. Memorials may be directed to the National Spinal Cord Injury Association, 1 Church St., Suite 600, Rockville, MD, 20850. The Wilhelm family would like to thank their extended family, who have offered love and care in the many years succeeding Rick’s accident and special thanks to the Critical Care Team at Meyer Heart Center. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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Robert L. Laboe, age 76 of Monroe died January 19, 2009, at Mercy Memorial Hospital.Friends may call from 4 pm until 8 pm today at the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 203 E. Elm Ave. |
Robert L. Laboe, 76, of Monroe died at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by the Allore chapel of the Martenson-Family of Funeral Homes. |
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BROOKFIELD, Wis. -- Robert M. Sorvari, 69, of Brookfield, died Jan. 19, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. |
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BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. -- Roger Maki, 64, of Bruce Crossing, died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at the Oscar G. Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Center in Iron Mountain. |
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Roland E. Persing, age 77, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Kalamazoo. Graveside services and burial will take place at 1 p.m. Friday at the Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. Memorial donations would be appreciated to help with expenses, c/o: Hackman Family Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 9, Sturgis, MI 49091, which is handling the arrangements.   |
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Ronald Curtis, age 71, of Somerset, formerly of Reading, died at his winter home in Florida Jan. 6, 2009. Surviving are his wife of 34 years, Carolyn, and five children, eight grandchildren, and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his son, Ron Jr.  Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. April 25 at the New Jerusalem Christian Fellowship Church, 14977 Harper Road, Somerset, MI 49233. Donations may be sent to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 800-805-5856, www.stjude.org.   |
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EWEN, Mich. -- Roy Paajanen, 85, died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, in Wakefield. |
HEDGES, RUTH MABLE- Age 93, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2009. A complete obituary will follow. J.L. Watson Parma Chapel 421 East Michigan Ave. Locally owned |
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Sarah Cleo Wood of Belmont, MI, formerly of Monroe, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Metron Nursing Home in Cedar Springs, MI. Sarah was born in Goins, TN the daughter of the late Leonard and Margaret (Mason) Evans. |
WOOD - Sarah Cleo Wood, of Belmont, MI, formerly of Monroe, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Metron Nursing Home in Cedar Springs, MI. Sarah was born in Goins, TN, the daughter of the late Leonard and Margaret (Mason) Evans. Sarah moved to Monroe as a child. On November 14, 1935 Sarah married her beloved husband Alonzo Wood in Monroe. Sadly he preceded her in death on November 14, 1988. Sarah worked as a nurses aid for 20 years at Beach Nursing Home, she then went on to work at Mercy Hospital for three years until her retirement in July of 1963. Sarah was a member of The 1st Wesleyan Church in Monroe where she held several positions in the church. After retirement Sarah and Alonzo spent winters at their home in Brooksville, FL where she was very active at the Brooksville Wesleyan Church and sang in their choir. Sarah and Alonzo moved to Belmont, MI in 1986 where they attended the Berkley Hills Wesleyan Church in Grand Rapids. Sarah and Alonzo also traveled extensively. Sarah was a wonderful homemaker and enjoyed cooking and her family. Sarah is survived by her loving daughter, whom she lived with for several years, Everilda (Evie) P. and John Koteskey of Belmont, MI; two cherished granddaughters, Marsha Dykstra of Grand Rapids, MI and Sheila and Steve Fuller of Muskegon, MI; four treasured great grandchildren, Karli, Lauren, Wesley and Kelsey; her sister, Edna and Robert Jennings of Moultrie, GA; and her foster sister, Evelyn Ritenburgh of Raymond, WA. In addition to her husband and parents Sarah was preceded in death by her foster parents, Rev. and Mrs. E.G. Ritenburgh; and several brothers and sisters. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 5 tp 8 p.m. in the Bacarella Funeral Home, 1201 S. Telegraph Rd. in Monroe, where Funeral Services celebrating her life will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Her very special friend the Rev. Larry Maddox will officiate. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in LaSalle, MI. Memorial contributions may be given to the 1st Wesleyan Church. Online condolences may be made by visiting the obituary page at www.bacarellafuneralhome.com |
Scott A. Ferguson, 96, of Monroe died at 1:05 p.m. Monday at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Scott Albert Ferguson, 96, of Monroe died at 1:05 p.m. Monday at the Lutheran Home, Monroe, where he had been for the last 10 days. He had been in poor health for 1 year and seriously ill for 4 weeks.Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. |
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Tammy L. Austin, age 46 of Hillsdale formerly of Addison, passed away on Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 at her home. She was born on March 11, 1962 in Addison to Carl D. and Betty J. (King) Wagner. She married Edward M. Austin on May 19, 1979 in Hudson, and he survives. Tammy was raised in the Addison area, and lived in Lenawee County for many years. She then lived in Hillsdale for the past four years. Tammy attended Addison Schools. She was a prep cook at Margarita CC & Company Restaurant in Hudson for two years. She then worked for ADA Security at M.I.S. for five years. She was an avid bingo player, an avid NASCAR fan, enjoyed motorcycles and enjoyed hunting with her husband. Surviving besides her husband are two daughters, Shawnda (Steven) Bastien of Hillsdale, Alicia (Anthony) Crow of Frontier; six grandchildren; her mother, Betty J. Wagner of Cement City; one brother, Tim (Tina) Wagner of Somerset; and one sister, Tereasa (Mark) Herzog of Frontier.  She was preceded in death by her father, Carl D. Wagner. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison.  Cremation will follow. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com   |
Thomas Allen James Clifford Thomas Allen James, 62, of Clifford, died Saturday (January 17, 2009) at his home in Burlington Twp. Mr. James had lived in the Clifford area since 1979 and was previously from Highland Park and Denver. He was born May 18, 1946, in Highland Park, son to the late Louie and Agatha (Judnich) James. He graduated from Highland Park High School in 1964. He married Jeanica Safran on February 9, 1968 in Highland Park. Mr. James worked for Michigan Bell and AT&T for 30 years, retiring in 1998. Thomas was a member of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association and N.R.A. He enjoyed gardening, photography, motorcycling, working on cars, mechanical work and most of all, his family. He is survived by his wife, Jeanica; son, Ty "Casey" James of Houston, Texas; daughter, Kyla (Jason) Courtney of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Alexandria and Lincoln Courtney of Kalamazoo; sister, Susan (Larry) Suhre of Mohnton, Pa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louie and |
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MacDONALD, Thomas Wayne - Of Flint, formerly of Fenton, passed away Monday, January 19, 2009. Services will be held 2PM Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Grace Lutheran Church, 2526 Corunna Rd., Flint, Pastor Walter J. Oelhafen officiating. The family will receive friends 11AM Thursday until time of service at church. Memorial donations may be made to Grace Lutheran Church. Thomas was born January 19, 1969 in Flint, the son of Terry MacDonald and Janet Schwarz. He had lived in Fenton most of his life, graduating from Fenton High School in 1987 and also attended Saginaw Valley State University. Surviving are his 2 daughters, Samantha and Alyssa of Swartz Creek; father and stepmother, Terry and Margaret MacDonald of Flint; mother and stepfather, Janet and Larry Wilson of Fenton; grandfather, Wayne MacDonald of Fenton; brother, Jeff MacDonald and wife, Anne of Oakridge, TN; nephew, Taylor MacDonald of Oakridge, TN. Online condolences or tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
McGRATH, Thomas Alan, Sr. - Age 45, of Burton, died Sunday, January 18, 2009 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint, Rev. Sarah LaRose-Nettell officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Wednesday from 1-9:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Thomas A. McGrath Memorial Fund. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
• Timothy Dean Simonis, 67, of Manistee, died Friday, Jan. 16. Oak Grove Cremation Center in Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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will be Sunday, Jan. 25, from 5 to 8 p.m., with a scripture service at 7:30 p.m., at the Covell Funeral Home of Traverse City. A funeral Mass will be held Monday, Jan. 26, at 11 a.m., at St. Francis Catholic Church. A full obituary will be in the next edition of the Record-Eagle.Arrangements are entrusted to Covell Funeral Home, Traverse City. |
• Virginia "Ginny" Lindeman, 70, of Manistee, died Jan. 19. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Wanda Venable Attica Wanda Venable, 64, of Attica, passed away Saturday (January 17, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Medical Center. Wanda Faye O'Dell was born August 28, 1944, in Middlesboro, Ky., the daughter of Walter and Carrie O'Dell. She grew up in Middlesboro and was a Middlesboro High School graduate, class of 1961. She married Charlie "Chet" Venable on April 4, 1961 in Norton, W.V. Wanda lived in Ferndale for 27 years and was a member of Hill Road Baptist Church. She had lived in Attica for the last 14 years and was attending Attica First Baptist Church. She had been employed for 25 years as a Tax Preparer for H&R Block, working at the Marketplace in Lapeer and in Ferndale. She was also a Taxpayers Representative for the IRS and an enrolled IRS agent. She is survived by her husband, Chet Venable of Attica; sons, Steve (Elsie) Venable of Pampa, Texas, and Scott (Gail) Venable of Warren; daughters, Sara Lucero of Attica and Carrie Gossett of Port Huron; grandchildren |
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LAKE WORTH, Fla. -- Wayne Kinnunen, of Lake Worth, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009 at the age of 80. |
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Willard J. Van Singel, age 90, a citizen of the Greatest Generation, died on Monday, January 19, 2009.  He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 61 years, Jane; his sisters, Gladys Alles, Jeanette Elzinga; and his brother, Robert Van Singel.  Willard is survived by his children, Karen (Dan) Van Zalen, Mary (Tom) Niewiek, John (Linda) Van Singel, Gordon (Anne) Van Singel; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; his brothers, Harris (Connie) Van Singel, Gordon (Tena) Van Singel; his sister-in-law, Gertrude (Russ) Fifer.  He is also survived by his loving wife, Josephine DeJong Van Singel, and enjoyed having a second family in the DeJong children.  Willard was born July 4, 1918, a child of The First World War, whose character was shaped by the Great Depression and by service to his country during The Second World War in the European Theatre.  Willard was a son of Byron Center and always had a strong desire to give back to his community.  Willard joined the small staff of Byron Center State Bank in 1938.  For 56 years as a community banker, he took great delight in helping local families and businesses get established and prosper.  Due to his dedication and leadership, including decades as President, the bank grew from a three person office to a nationally recognized community bank.  In his retirement years he continued to find opportunities to contriubite to the development of his beloved community.  He had the pleasure of watching the progression of the Van Singel Farms development.  Willard and Jane donated property on which his alma mater, Byron Center High School, could build its new building; which, in turn, became a catalyst to upgrade facilities throughout the Byron Center School District.  We wish to express sincere appreciation to Willard's caregivers.  The staff at Metro Health Hospital, especially ER and Level Four, expertly cared for Willard and his family.  The staff at Railside Living Center readily welcomed him into their family and he often spoke of their kindness,  and Mary Woltjer, with her tender devotion, has been a true blessing to Willard and Jo.  A time for relatives and friends to visit with Willard's family will be  from  2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at  Cook Funeral Home in Byron Center, 2067  84th St. SW.  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Heritage Christian Reformed Church, 3089  84th St. SW.  In honor of Willard, contributions may be made to South Christian High School or Byron Community Ministries.  The family welcomes memories and messages in their guestbook online at www.cookfuneralservices .com.  |
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William Boyd Kemmer of Osseo passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 at his home. He was born July 24, 1959 in Jackson. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. William Boyd Kemmer will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 11 a.m. Wednesday with Dr. Samuel E. Wickard officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family. |
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William Chester Beach, 88, of LaPorte, Indiana, died Wednesday, January 14, 2009, in Jacksonville, Florida after a week-long illness. He was born in Holland, Michigan on November 30, 1920.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Jane Frances (Moorman) Beach, who passed away in 2002.   One of six children, his early life revolved around church (Hope Reformed Church), education and music.  Through his formative years he developed a fascination with aviation.   He soloed in a Taylorcraft airplane the same year as his high school graduation in 1938 and later served as a PBY pilot in the U.S. Navy during World War II.   After being honorably discharged from the Navy, he graduated from Purdue University with a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1947.  He chose work as an engineer keeping him close to his wife and children in lieu of going into commercial aviation. Later, he became a corporate pilot; later still, he managed the LaPorte Municipal Airport retiring in 1993.  He was a member of the LaPorte Aero Club.  Survivors include two sons and two daughters, Jerry William Beach of LaPorte, IN, Barbara Lynn (Dr. Doug Rice) Beach of Livermore, CO, Kathleen Jane (Ben) Brown of Columbia, TN, and Eric Jon (Linda) Beach of Greenwood, IN; a sister, Charmian (Lubbert) Van Dellen of Eustis, FL; and five grandchildren, Adam T. (Kandice Rawlings) Chudzynski of Highland Park, NJ, Scott William (Jessica) Brown of San Antonio, TX, Christopher P. Brown of Columbia, TN, Jason E. Beach and Tyler J. Beach of Greenwood, IN.  His favorite organizations were the LaPorte Aero Club and Salvation Army.  There will be a memorial service 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 at the Cutler Funeral Home in La Porte, IN, with burial in the Pilgrim Home Cemetery in Holland at a later time.  The family will receive friends from 4–7 p.m. Friday, January 23, 2009 at the Cutler Funeral Home.  To view or sign Bill's online memorial, log onto www.legacy.com. |
William D. "Doug" Winston Flint William D. "Doug" Winston, 60, of Flint, passed away Saturday (January 17, 2009) at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. Doug was born on December 8, 1948, in Flint, the son of the late Westfall and Leon (Thornton) Winston. He married Mary Gail Singer on May 18, 1982 in San Antonio, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Mary Gail; children, Kenneth (Wan) Winston, Alan (Shelley) Winston, Adam (Sherry) Winston, Jennifer (Brian) Boyer and Joseph Winston; grandchildren, Michael, Savana, Mariah, Christopher, Darian, Aliveea, Macailyn and Karson; brother, Philip (Patricia) Winston; sister, Carolyn Nichols and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Laverne "Nick" Nichols; sister-in-law, Beverly Winston. Visitation will take place 5-8 p.m., Wednesday (January 21, 2009) at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 Davison Rd., Davison, with a Scripture Service being held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. A Funeral Liturgy will be held 11 a.m., Thurs |
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Natsis, William F. "Bill" Wyoming, Michigan Formerly of Bay City Mr. Natsis passed away Monday, January 19, 2009 at Rose Garden Home in Grandville, MI. He was born July 20, 1921 in Bay City. Funeral Arrangements are incomplete at this time. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesday's edition of the paper by the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. gephartfuneralhome.com |
• William Tolles, 80, of Ludington, died Jan. 18. Oak Grove Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Wilma May Skaggs, 79, of LaGrange, Ind., died Jan. 16, 2009, at Life Care Center of LaGrange. Funeral services were held Monday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Burial was in Shore Cemetery in Shipshewana, Ind. |
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Wilma Stepp, 95, passed away on 1/19/09, at Harbors Health Facility of Douglas.  Wilma was preceded in death by her husband, Otis Stepp.  She is survived by her children, Sherri Tucker of Milwaukee, WI, Jerry and Doris Seidelman of Titusville, FL, and John and Susan Seidelman of Holland;  several grandchildren.   |
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Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Melvin (Arlene) Zellman. Dear grandmother of Shaila (Keith) Newman and Daniel (Melinda Porter) Zellman. Services were held Tuesday, at Machpelah Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL (248)543-1622. |
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