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GOEBEL, Agnes I. - Age 81, of Grand Blanc, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Genesys Hospice Care Center, Goodrich. Funeral Services will be 2PM Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2020 S. Belsay Rd., Burton, Rev. Gregory Ewald officiating. Visitation will be 12PM until time of service at the church. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery, Grand Blanc. Memorial donations may be made to the family. Online condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
Albert M. Bryant, 84, of Monroe died at 4:37 p.m. Tuesday at Fountain View. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Albert M. Bryant, 84, of Monroe, died at 4:37 p.m. Tuesday at Fountain View of Monroe. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Rupp Funeral Home. He will lie instate at 10 a.m. |
Alberta May Allen, age 79, of Grand Rapids and formerly of Lake Odessa and Saranac, passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009. |
Fisher, Alice Ausum Plymouth, MI (Formerly of Orchard Lake and Chelsea, MI) Age 80, passed away, Monday, January 26, 2009 following a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. She was born October 7, 1928 at home, in Traunik, MI to Louis and Frances (Bartol) Mikulich. On January 15, 1983, she married Robert George Fisher, who preceded her in death on July 12, 2008. Mrs. Fisher is survived by her children: Dr. Antonia Ausum (Dr. Dal Fear), of Ann Arbor, MI; James D. Ausum, of Westland, MI; Daniel F. Ausum, of Fenton, MI; Stephen L. Ausum, of Davisburg, MI and Julianne A. Fenhagen (James C.) of Montclair, NJ. She is also survived by her former husband and father of her children, Dr. J. David Ausum (Patricia) of Tryon, NC. She has four beloved grandchildren: Captain Alexis M. Bailey (Justin), Gregory Fear, Alena Fear and Aaron Fenhagen. She is also survived by her sisters: Ethel Hebbard and Patricia Finnegan and brothers: John R. (Grace) Mikulich and Robert F. (Frances) Mikulich. Mrs. Fisher has seven step-children: Stephen Fisher (Ann) of Shanghai, China; Mariana Kelley (Bill) of Coral Springs, FL; Tess Horak (Lou) of Downers Grove, IL and Dr. Brian R. Fisher (Vera): John Fisher (Kathy); Gretchen Fisher-Gladieux and Kathleen Hoagg (Douglas) all of Traverse City, MI. There are 17 Fisher grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Robert, Mrs. Fisher was predeceased by her parents, brothers Louis Mikulich and William Mitchell, and sisters Mary M. Dickinson and Gladys M. Floria. Mrs. Fisher is survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousin, sisters and bro-thers-in-law. The family will receive visitors on Friday, January 30, from 4-8 p.m. at the Nie Family Funeral Home, Carpenter Rd. Chapel, 2400 Carpenter Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48108. The Mass of the Resurrection will be held Saturday, January 31, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2250 E. Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor 48104 with Father John Linden officiating. Visitation at church will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. Internment will be private, immediately following the ceremony. The family |suggests donations in Alice's honor to Parkinson's disease Research: donations@michaeljfox.org or www.pdf.org or, to Compassionate Care Hospice, www. compassionate-care.com. To read the full obituary, sign the guest book and leave a memory please visit her personal page at www. niefuneralhomes.com. |
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Arsen Kalorian, 94, of Monroe died at 9:22 a.m. Monday in Mercy Memorial Hospital's Emergency Room. He had been in poor health for 2 years.Friends may call from 2 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home, Monroe. |
Arthur L. Steinman |
Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
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BONAWITZ WALTER M |
Beloved father of Vincent, Debra and Mark; grandfather of Kayla and Kylie. Mr. Bonawitz passed away January 11, 2009. A simple cremation was performed. A small gathering of family and friends will take place at the Olive Garden Restaurant in Novi, MI at 6:30 p.m. Friday, January 30. May God rest his soul. |
BOUDOURIS RITA |
(Age 96). Wife of the late William. Dear mother of Tino (Mary Jo). Grandmother of Dr. William (Debbie) Boudouris and Tina (George) Mihos. Great-grandmother of Samantha Boudouris, Harrison Boudouris and Stephen Mihos. Sister of the late Victoria (Nick) Kopis and Nicholas (Maria) Marengakis. Sister-in-law of the late George (Anna) Boudouris. Also leaves beloved nieces and nephews. Visiting Friday 4-9 pm, Trisagion 7:30 pm at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (btw 6-7 Mile). In state Saturday 9:30 am until 10 am services at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, 25225 Middlebelt (btw 10-11 Mile). Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Contributions to the church appreciated. |
BRIGOLIN MARY (NEE LANDONI) |
at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Saturday 2-9 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. until time of funeral service 1 p.m. Donations to American Diabetes Association. Interment Private. Memories to be shared at |
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Beverly Jean Shearer, 53, of Boca Raton, Fla., and formerly of Stroh, Ind., died Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at her residence. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Monday at the Stroh Church of Christ where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday.  Burial will be in Wright Cemetery in Stroh. Arrangements are being handled by Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind.   |
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C. Lee Bumstead-Bradley, age 65, of Bradenton Fla., formerly of Onsted, passed away on Jan. 23, 2009. She was the former wife of John Bradley (Judy Randolph); loving mother of Johnny (Laurie Johncox) Bradley and Linda (Patrick) Devlin; sister of Patrica Clancy of Bradenton and the late Robert Fossett. Lee will be sadly missed by her grandchildren, Johnny Jr. (Lindsay) Bradley, Lisa Bradley (Jeremy Dunigan), Mathew and Ryan Devlin, and great-grandchildren, Hailey Zietlow, Kaden Dunnigan, and Brelynn Bradley. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Road, Westland, with Pastor Fritz Kruse officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday. |
CUSTER GEORGE W |
Friday, January 30th, 4-8 p.m. at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (between 9-10 Mile Rds., just N. of Grand River) downtown Farmington (248-474-5200) Memorial Service Saturday January 31st 11 a.m. at Nardin Park United Methodist Church, 29887 W. Eleven Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorial contributions will be used to further Rachel Custer's education. heeney-sundquist |
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. |
Charles Douglas Everhart Jr. was born December 1, 1957 from the union of Charles Douglas Everhart Sr. and Demetria (Hooper) Everhart. For many years Charles worked in the construction industry. Charles enjoyed his work and he enjoyed working hard. |
Charles J. Ellis 1922 - 2009 Charles J. "Charlie" Ellis, 86, Parkland, Fla. and formerly of Pigeon, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009 in Parkland. He was born in Flint on March 21, 1922, the son of the late Albert and Lena (Yunker) Ellis. On June 5, 1956, he was united in marriage to Zora Rapson in Millington and she preceded him in death on January 10, 1983. He was then united in marriage to Lillian "Bea" Davis MacKenzie in Bradenton, Florida on March 2, 1984 and she preceded him in death on December 2, 2000. Charlie was a teacher, guidance counselor and bus driver at Owendale Public Schools as well as a guidance counselor at Laker High School. He was a great friend to many staff members and students. He was a Shriner, a 32nd Degree Mason and a former member of the Moose Lodge. He was also a former member of the First United Methodist Church of Pigeon. He is survived by several nieces and nephews and many great-nieces and great-nephews. He is also survived by his stepdaughter, the daughter of Beatrice McKenzie Ellis, Janet (William) Ballagh and her family. He was preceded in death by a sister, Irene Mary Marshall. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. Rev. John Britt, pastor of First United Methodist Church in Pigeon, officiated. Burial will take place in the springtime at the Grant Township Cemetery near Gagetown. Memorial contributions may be made to Owendale Gagetown Schools or the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck Bussema Funeral Home. |
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Charles M. Fields, 73, of Coldwater, died on Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 at his home. A memorial service will be held on Friday, Jan. 30, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Coldwater Free Methodist Church, with Pastor Nelson Brandymore officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Lakeview Cemetery in Quincy. Charles was born on June 8, 1935 in Detroit, to Wesley N. and Callie Mae (Marshall) Fields. He married Loretta J. (Lori) Hughes on Nov. 13, 1989 in Lansing, and she survives. Mr. Fields was a sergeant in the U.S. Army, serving 31 years, retiring in 1991. Charles worked at Florence Crane for 18 years, retiring in 1999, and was also in the National Guard, Coldwater Unit, 10 72nd Maintenance Co. He enjoyed playing the clarinet, having played in the Army band for many years. Charles was an avid chess player and loved to cook. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter, two brothers and two sisters. In addition to his wife, Lori, Mr. Fields is survived by his children Brandon and Geoffrey Fields, both of Coldwater; four children from a previous marriage, Edward, Lawrence, Alicia and Charles; sister Lauretta of Lansing; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, including a very special grandson Kevin Fields. Memorials may be directed to the Brandon and Geoffrey Fields Educational Fund. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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Charles Nathan Wilkes, 79, of Hudson, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at home. He was born Oct. 18, 1929, in Frederick, Mich., the son of Gene and Mary (Swartz) Wilkes.  He retired from General Motors after 32 years of service in the Flint area. He married Della Faye Marshall on Aug. 8, 1987, in Litchfield. She survives. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and the special  memories he shared with grandchildren, Michael (Beth) Fowler, Nathan (Mayallen) Fowler, David Anthony Fowler and Latisha Fowler who lived close by while they were growing up.  He attended Life Tabernacle Church in Hillsdale.  Charles is survived by his wife, Della, five children, Donald (Marilyn) Moore of Cordova, Tenn., David (Sara) Moore of Comanchie, Texas, Christine Cole, John Moore and Olivia Wilkes all of Hudson; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and special nephew Bob (Donna) Hastings of Milicoh, Minn.  He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Bessie Wilkes and sister-in-law, Ressie Rearick.  Funeral services for Charles will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with Brother Steven Skiba officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.  View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.   |
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Charles Timothy Marsh, 72, of Kalamazoo, Mich., died Jan. 22, 2009, at Borgess Hospital. Chuck was born May 3, 1936, in Kankakee, Ill., a son of Harry and Anna (Sanborn) Marsh. Chuck graduated with honors as a Sergeant First Class from Howe Military School, Howe, Ind., in 1954. Chuck was a radio and television announcer for over 50 years, having started in Sturgis, Mich., in 1953. He earned several broadcast awards, including the Detroit Press Club Foundation’s Best Radio Documentary of the year in 1978 and The American Legion Auxiliary Best Local Radio Program in the interest of  Youth in 1988. He was also Director of Education at the Institute of Broadcast Arts in Cincinnati, Ohio. Chuck appeared several times in such television series as “Death Valley Days” and “High Chaparral”; one forgettable motion picture, “Mini Skirt Mob”; and numerous stage plays, including “The Gin Game” at The Robson Theater in Grand Rapids, Mich. Chuck was Rock ‘N Roll Hall of Fame member Del Shannon’s close friend and first Personal Manager. He was also a published writer of many short stories. After his retirement from active broadcasting he remained in radio by gathering and writing news stories for WAKV in Plainwell, Mich. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne, and ex-wives, Sonja and Jackie; his son, David; five daughters, Misty, Kim, Tina, Catrina and Chrissy; and 14 grandchildren. Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009, at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Sturgis. |
Clare Bond Metamora Clare Bond, 81, a lifetime Metamora area resident, passed away Saturday (January 24, 2009). He was born January 26, 1927, in Flint, to Kenneth and Evelyn (Smith) Bond. He married Doris Hawk on February 17, 1973 in Lapeer. Mr. Bond served his country in the United States Navy. He started his hardworking style by operating a well drilling business. That opened the door for a job at GM Truck & Bus, where he retired from after 26 years. Clare enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting and country music. He is survived by his daughters, Judy (George) Knockeart of Lapeer, Carol (Michael) Brewer of Florida, Peggy (Rod) McMullen of Lapeer; stepdaughter, Linda Wendt; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brother, Kenneth (Verneda) Bond of Lapeer; special nephew, Aaron Bond. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Bond in 2004; parents, Kenneth and Evelyn Bond; brother, Russell Bond. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. Funeral |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Clarence Bernard "Kelly" Lorenson, 93, of 751 E. Ayer St., Ironwood, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at home in the company of family and friends. |
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Cornelius “Case” Klynstra, age 94, of  Holland, died on Wednesday, January 28, 2009.  He was a member of Bethel Christian Reformed Church of Zeeland.  Case was employed for several years at Walter’s Gardens before his retirement.  Case was preceded in death by his first wife, Gertrude, in 1992.  He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Hattie; stepchildren, Bern and Betty Brunink of Holland, Ed Brunink of Dade City, FL, Dee and Jerry Kraai of Irons, Glady and Harley Ponstein of Zeeland, Jerry and Jan Brunink of Holland, Marcia Brunink of Holland; 19 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; brother, Jake and Viola Klynstra of Holland; sister, Hattie Lievense of Holland; in-laws, Frances Klynstra, Irene Goodyke, Marvin and Doris Diekema, Frances Diekema, Jean Holstege, Neil and Betty Diekema, Charlotte Weaver, Ann Diekema, Lillian Vis; and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Bethel Christian Reformed Church, 541 East Main Street, Zeeland.  The Reverend Jack Vander Plate will officiate.  Visiting hours will be 4-7 p.m. Friday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State Street, Zeeland.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.  Memorial contribution may be given to Zeeland Christian School.  www.yntemafh.com |
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PENCE, Wis. -- Curtis L. "Curt" Levra, 50, of Pence, died unexpectedly Saturday morning, Jan. 24, 2009, in his home in Pence. |
DACEY JOSEPH R |
January 28, 2009. Age 83 of Grand Rapids. Beloved husband of Patricia for 58 years. Loving father of Sandra Rider (Gary) and Robert (Karen). Dear grandfather of Kristine, Erin, Justin, Hunter and Haydin. Great grandfather of Riley. Brother of Patricia Early (the late Thomas). Also survived by five loving nieces and one nephew. Services will be held privately. Memorial tributes to American Cancer Society. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. |
DOBIE WILLIAM JOHN |
82, of Miami, Florida, died January 25, 2009 at his home. A native of Detroit, Michigan, he was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving in the Army Specialized Training Program and later in the infantry in the European Theater. He was a retired engineer with Uniroyal, and worked in Uniroyal's overseas operations in Belgium, Germany, Scotland and South America. He enjoyed movies, good books, jigsaw puzzles, and a varied internet correspondence with friends and family. Surviving are his beloved wife Betty; children Dorcas, Gordon and Elizabeth; and nine grandchildren. Preceded by his parents, Thomas Alexander Dobie and Mabel Elizabeth Dobie (nee Hering) and brothers Thomas Dobie and Leonard Dobie. A private memorial is planned. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to the Humane Society appreciated. |
DOROTHY J. JONES SANDUSKY Dorothy J. Jones, age 94, of Sandusky, formerly of Ft. Meyers, Florida, died on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 in the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. She was born February 27, 1914 in Harrisville the daughter of the late John N. and Jennie M. (Fulcher) Haley. She married J. Wesley Jones in1931. He preceded in death on December 15, 1977. Dorothy worked for Douglas M. Baird Sr. DO., in Deckerville in her early years, and later became a salesperson for Tupperware. She is survived by two sons; Quinn (Sherry) Jones of Carsonville and Paul Jones of Brown City, two daughters; Mrs. Janice Sheehan of Fowlerville and Mrs. Deanne (Robert) Kelly of Sandusky, fourteen grandchildren, several great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, also two foster daughters; Mrs. Kathy (James) Young and Ms. Pam Matusik. She was preceded in death by one brother, Lanse Haley and one grandson, Michael Kelly. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Dorothy J. Jones were at the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home with Rev. Richard Fledderjohann officiating. Burial was in Washington Twp., Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. Condolences may be sent to |
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Dale Kenneth Case, age 50, of Ceresco died Friday, Jan. 23, 2009 at his home. He was born on Jan. 9, 1959 in Coldwater to Kenneth Ross Case and Leona Bishop Case.  He had lived his entire life in this area and lived at the same address since 1997 Dale married Kelli Jo Heuer Case on May 18,1991 at the Church of God in Burlington. He graduated in 1978 from Union City High School. After graduation, he went to work at Vincent Paint Shop in Tekonsha, then to Western Rubber Co. in Coldwater. He moved with the company to Fremont, Ind., retiring after 21 years to take over the family farming. In the spring and fall, he also enjoyed working for AcMoody Farms in Union City. In his younger years, he loved canoe racing down the St. Joe River and hanging out with his friends, trapping, hunting and fishing. He played baseball and softball. He loved playing co-ed softball with his wife. He was known for how fast he could run. He also enjoyed golfing. The last couple of years, he and his wife really enjoyed bowling on a league in Bronson. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, going hunting in Wyoming, mule deer hunting and bear hunting in Maine. He loved teaching his boys the tricks of the trade. As his boys grew older, he got more excited, making sure his boys waited for the big buck then for himself. He loved teaching his boys to turkey hunt and goose hunt. He coached both his boys little league ball teams for several years. He made sure he attended all of their sporting events. He spent every week for years at the Calhoun County Fair helping his boys with their livestock. He always made sure his neighbors driveways were cleaned during the snowy season. He was known for his generosity, and willing to give anyone a helping hand without hesitation. His wife Kelli, sons Taylor and Kyler were the love of his life, and he, the love of theirs. He loved his family and friends, and was well liked by anyone he met. He attended First Wesleyan Church of Battle Creek. He is survived by his loving wife Kelli and sons Taylor and Kyler at home; parents Kenneth and Leona Case of Burlington; sisters Darlene (Doug) Mack and Deloris (Dave) Wasikowski of Burlington; many nieces and nephews, mother-in-law Connie Harrington of Burlington and father in-law Stephen (Sara) Heuer of Dowagiac; and a very special friend Jeff Mack of Burlington. The family will receive friends at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home in Marshall on Tuesday from 3-8. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. A gathering of family and friends will be held this summer to celebrate the gift of his life. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Union City Baseball Team. Assistance with memorials is available at the funeral home. You may leave an online message for the family and sign the on line guest book at www.kempffuneralhome.com. |
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Delores C. Gest, age 80, of Burr Oak, Mich.,  passed away Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital.  Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel.   |
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Delores I. Kooyers, age 59, of West Olive, died Wednesday, January 28, 2009, at Holland Hospital.  Delores was born March 11, 1949, to Bernard and Alice (Van Dyke) De Wys.  She was a lifelong resident of the area.  She was a member of  West Olive C.R.C. and was involved in Ladies Bible Study for many years.  Delores was also a member of the Red Hat Society.  Surviving are her husband of 39 years, Larry, of West Olive; a daughter, Lisa and William Glover, Jr. of Zeeland; two grandchildren, Riley and Danielle; mother, Alice DeWys; father-in-law, Gerald Kooyers; brother, Brad and Ruth DeWys; sister, Brenda and Jeff Price of Holland; sister-in-law, Barb and Earl Krontz of Holland; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, 11:00 a.m. at West Olive Christian Reformed Church, 8374 1st. Ave., West Olive.  Officiating will be Rev. Scott DeVries.  Burial will be in Port Sheldon Township Cemetery.  Visitation is scheduled for Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and Friday from 7-9 p.m. at the Northwood Chapel, Dysktra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Please visit www.lifestorynet .com   for further information.   |
Dennis L. Gocha, 77, of East Jordan, died on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, at his home in Echo Township. |
Donald J. Britton, age 87, formerly of Monroe and Ocala, Florida, died Tuesday at 1:31 p.m. at St. Anne Mercy Hospital, Toledo. Friends may call from 3 - 8 p.m. Friday in the Rupp Funeral Home, Monroe. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. |
BOITKUS, Dora K. - Age 85, of Linden, died Sunday, January 25, 2009 at Fenton Extended Care. Services will be held 12 PM Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. Visitation will be held from 10 AM until the time of service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make memorial contributions to St. John Outreach. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Dr. Larry Brown, 66, of Tallahassee, Fla., passed away Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at Hospice of The Valley Sherman Home located in Phoenix, Ariz. He was born on Nov. 29, 1942, in Wayne, Mich., the son of Hal and Berneta “Rose” (Morgan) Brown. Larry graduated from Morenci Area High School. He served in the U.S. Army for three years. He then attended numerous universities, earning a Ph.D. from Florida State University and was a Post Doctoral Fellow at Harvard University. He served as an educator at several schools and universities  He loved his work with students, faculty and parents. It was his passion and he impacted many lives in his journey through life.  Survivors include two sons, Todd Brown and wife, Jennifer, of Tallahassee, Fla., and Scott Brown and wife, Angela, of Hernando, Miss.; one daughter, Sarah Chitwood and husband, Michael, of Arlington, Tenn.; his mother, Rose of Morenci; six grandchildren; a sister, Tana Goen of England; four brothers, Gary Brown of Maumee, Ohio, Shawn Brown of Pulaski, Ohio, Brian Brown of Delta, Ohio, and Randy Brown of Savannah, Ga. Larry was preceded in death by his father, Hal, and nephew, Hal David Brown. Funeral service will be Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with the Rev. James Yatzek officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. There will be a visitation on Friday from 6 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers please send memorial contributions to Hospice of The Valley Sherman Home, 5801 East Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85054 or to the Morenci Education Foundation. |
EILEEN C. BAIRD CARO Eileen C. Baird, age 73, passed away Monday, January 19, 2009 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw, following a brief illness. Eileen was born January 21, 1935 in Sandusky, the daughter of the late Harold & Eliza (Rich) Greenlee. She met her future husband as a young girl at a neighboring cottage on Lake Huron. Eileen was united in marriage with Thomas A. Baird while on spring break from Central Michigan University on March 31, 1956 in Sandusky. Tom and Eileen moved to Caro from Midland in 1978 when they opened Baird's Clothing Store for women's wear. She was also a volunteer kindergarten teacher's aide in Caro for nine years and enjoyed reading, traveling and spending time with family and friends. Eileen is survived by her husband of over fifty-two years, Thomas A. Baird of Caro, one daughter; Allison (Tim) Sawyer of Caro, one son; Thomas A. Baird of Traverse City, one grandson; Scott Sawyer of Caro, two sisters; Erdeen Casto, Maxine (Ford) Otis, all of Sandusky, a lifelong friend; Delores McCoy of Sandusky and many nieces and nephews. In honoring Eileen's wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or services held at the Ransford Funeral Home in Caro. A private family burial will follow at a later date in the Indianfields Township Cemetery in Caro. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the donor's favorite charity. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Funeral Home of Caro. Friends may share memories, thoughts and prayers online at www.ransfordfuneralhome.com |
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EVELYN "PAULINE" MILLER CROSWELL Evelyn "Pauline" Miller, age 73, passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at the home of her youngest daughter, Sue, in Capac. She is once again in the loving arms of her husband Bob. She was born on August 13, 1935 to the late Joe and Thelma (Nehring) Haas. Her marriage to Bob Miller was July 31, 1953 in Croswell. Bob passed away May 8, 1999. Pauline was an active member of the Croswell Wesleyan Church. She worked for the Cros-Lex School District for 25 years. She is survived by three daughters; Shelley (Dan) Berry of Conyers, GA, Sheryl (Mike) Barr of Carsonville, and Susan (Pat) Green of Capac, grandchildren; Jason (Amber) Berry of Lawrenceville, GA, Joshua (Misti) Berry of Indianapolis, IN, Amy (Jason) Ferguson of Carsonville, Dana (Dave) Theut of Sandusky, Jason Barr of Sandusky, Rob Green of Madison Heights, and Zachery Green of Capac. She is also survived by four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her sisters, Minnie Gabriau and Marion Cutler. Funeral services were held at the Croswell Wesleyan Church. Burial was in the Croswell Cemetery. Pallbearers were her five grandsons, and special great nephew Jerry Hosterman. Memorials may be made to the Croswell Wesleyan Church or United Hospice of Marlette. Arrangements by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Six South Howard Ave., Croswell, MI 48422 |
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• Edward Schultz Jr., 79, of Wellston, died Tuesday, Jan. 27. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Edwin Paul Hodshire Jan. 24, 1932 — Jan. 26, 2009 Edwin “Paul” Hodshire went home to be with his Lord Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, after a long battle of ill health and cancer. He was born Jan. 24, 1932, in Middletown, Ohio, to Edwin and Hazel (Forrest) Hodshire. On Oct. 15, 1960, he married Phyllis (Justice) Hodshire and she survives. He is also survived by seven children, Edwin (Kelly), David, Paula (John) Parney, Scott (Sally), Mark (Amy), Heidi and Jeremiah; 12 grandchildren; three step grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five step great-grandchildren; one brother, Bruce Hodshire of Scottsdale, Ariz.; three nieces and one nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Heather Dotten and one grandson, Sgt. Michael Paul Hodshire. Mr. Hodshire served his country in the Army, the Air Force and the Navy Reserves. He attended many trade schools and opened his own service garage. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Edwin Paul Hodshire will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31 with Pastor Brian Colby officiating. Interment will take place in the Camden Cemetery, Camden. The family will receive friends for visitation at the funeral home in Hillsdale 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Disabled American Veterans or to the American Cancer Society. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale   |
Else Killinger 1927-2009 Else Killinger, Pigeon, 81, died Sunday, January 18, 2009 while under hospice care at her home following a lengthy illness. She was born February 20, 1927 in Birkenfeld, Germany, daughter of the late Friedrich and Margareta (Roth) Jager. She was united in marriage to Ronald E. Killinger on August 30, 1962 in Birkenfeld, Germany. Else was a member of New Salem Lutheran Church in Sebewaing. She enjoyed her flower garden and loved babysitting, especially for her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Ronald; one daughter, Nancy Killinger, Harbor Beach; three grandchildren, Justine Killinger and Lauren Dunn, both of Eastpointe and Damian Killinger, Warren; one great-granddaughter, Kamryn; four sisters, one brother and several nieces and nephews, all living in Germany. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Gretal, Emmi and Irma and one brother, Oskar Jager. Funeral services were held on Thursday, January 22, 2009 at New Salem Lutheran Church in Sebewaing. Rev. William Mayhew officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider New Salem Lutheran School or Heartland Hospice. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Elsie E. Pilarzyk, 92, a longtime resident of Wakefield, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, Jan. 24, 2009, in Wakefield. |
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HURLEY, Wis. -- Eugene George "Gene" Calvetti, 85, a lifetime resident of Hurley, passed away Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, in Hurley, following a courageous battle with cancer. |
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Evelyn Vivian Shreve, age 87, of Three Rivers, died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at her home following a long illness.  She was born in Three Rivers on Feb. 21, 1921, the daughter of William H. and Lena (Stannard) Barks.  Evelyn was married to Isaac “Ike” Shreve on June 25, 1937.  She worked for 35 years at the Mendon Company, and The Haas Corporation, later known as Lear Plastics in Mendon. Evelyn is survived by a daughter, Shirley Ann “Tody” Stitt and her husband, Terry, of Three Rivers;  two grandchildren, Missy Kennedy (Dan) of Vicksburg, and Tyler Ruggles of Alden, NY;  three step-grandchildren, Todd Stitt (Jonna) and Terry Stitt  Jr. (Debbie), both of Elkhart, and Tammy Wisk (Rob) of Constantine;  nine great-grandchildren, Ashlee Gorham (Matt), Spencer Kennedy, Elliott, Sarah, Tyra, Alyia, Lena, Ezra, and Elgin Ruggles;  twin great-great grandchildren born on Evelyn’s birthday, Owen and Ryder Gorham; one sister, Skeet Zakaia of Mansfield, Ohio.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ike in 1999; a sister, Marguerite “Maggie” Alexander; two brothers, Wilbur “Cy” Barks and William “Bill” Barks. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor Chuck Lambdin, Pastor of the Crossroads Missionary Church officiating.  Burial will be in South Park Cemetery.  Memorials are suggested to the Three Rivers Health Hospice, or the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation.  Online register and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
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at church will be held from 10:00 am until the time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. Internment will be private, immediately following the ceremony. The family suggests donations in Alice's honor to Parkinson's disease Research: donations@michaeljfox.org or, or, to Compassionate Care Hospice,, To read the full obituary, sign the guest book and leave a memory please visit her personal page at: |
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Fern I. Schultz, age 84, of Adrian died Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. She was born Aug. 16, 1924, in Tecumseh,to Charles and Luella (Smith) Beevers. She was married to John Hannah on Aug. 9, 1940, in Bryan, Ohio. He preceded her in death on Dec. 31, 1964. She was married to Earl V. Schultz on Oct. 29, 1975, in Girard, Pa. He preceded her in death on Sept. 17, 1992. Fern retired from Herrick Memorial Hospital in 1974 and then worked for the Presbyterian Home for the Aged from 1976-1989 in Girard, Pa. She was a member of the Tecumseh VFW Auxiliary and the Tecumseh American Legion Auxiliary. She is survived by a daughter, Vicki Henson and her husband, Jeff, of Adrian; three stepdaughters, Joyce German of Tecumseh, Marian Bogart of Houghton Lake and Ruth Ann Teller of Monroe; a stepson, Don Hannah and his wife, Betty, of Tecumseh; two grandchildren, Wendi Woods and her husband, Carl, and Michael John Hannah and his wife, Megan; a great-granddaughter, Alexis Woods, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her first and second husbands, she is preceded in death by her parents, a son, Michael Hannah; a daughter, Brenda Hannah; two brothers, Donald Beevers and Claire Beevers; and a sister, Betty Taylor. At Fern’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation. A graveside service will be held Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Brookside Cemetery in Tecumseh. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
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Florence Maye (Scroggie) Jordan passed away in Fort Payne, Ala., on Jan. 19, 2009. She was born Dec. 11, 1912, in Onslow, Iowa, to John C. and Dora Scroggie. She is survived by her younger sister, Bernice Minster, and brother, Glenn F. Scroggie, both of Adrian. Her sons, Larry D. Jordan (Mildred) and Dennis K. Jordan Sr. (Doris Emily) will miss her happy smile. A graduate of the Adrian High School Class of 1931, she was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Adrian, and was married there in 1933 to Clifford M. Jordan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford; sisters, Ruth Hohler and Grace Rodgers, and brother, Russell J. Scroggie. She was a loving grandmother of six wonderful children, great-grandmother to 17 children and great-great-grandmother of two. There also are many nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed in the years to come. |
Florence Levely, 85, passed away at Botsford Hospital, Farmington Hills, on Jan. 20, 2009. |
• Frances Judith Jirik Johnson, 94, of Bear Lake, died Tuesday, Jan. 27. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bear Lake is in charge of arrangements. ... |
Frank D. Councell, 81, of Live Oaks, Florida passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009 in Florida. |
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Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
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Thursday 5:00-9:00 p.m. and Friday 2:00-9:00 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd. (N. of 15 Mile). Rosary Friday 7:00 p.m. In state Saturday 11:30 a.m. until time of Mass 12:00 noon at St. Therese of Lisieux, 48115 Schoenherr, Shelby Twp. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com |
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George Francis Ward Jr., age 95, formerly of Bloomfield, MI, died Tuesday, January 27, 2009 in Holland, MI. He was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland.  He moved to the Detroit area in 1949 and worked for General Motors for 38 years.  He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Birmingham, MI, and The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Marge (Crisp) Ward in 1993.  His family includes his son, George and Alice Ward of Holland; grandsons, Philip  and Byron Ward; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.   Visiting will be from 10-11 a.m.  Saturday, January 31, 2009 at  First United Methodist Church of Holland.   Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 31, 2009 at First United Methodist Church.   Burial will be in Franklin, Michigan. Memorials may be made to  First United Methodist Church in Birmingham or to the First United Methodist Church of Holland. Please visit www.lifestorynet .com to sign George Ward Jr.'s online registry, or to share a photo.   |
WISNIEWSKI, Gerald - Age 80, of Swartz Creek, died at Avalon Hospice, Wednesday, January 28, 2009. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 A.M. Saturday, 31, 2009 at All Saints Catholic Church, G-4063 W. Pierson Rd. Visitation will be at the Sharp Funeral Home, Miller Rd. Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., on Friday from 2 to 4 P.M. and 6 to 8 P.M. A Parish Rosary will be prayed 7 P.M. Friday at the funeral home. Complete obituary information will be in Friday's Flint Journal. |
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Gerald “Cork” Burlew, 74, of Quincy, passed away Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, at home. Born Feb. 25, 1934 in Algansee Township, he was the son of Forest and Goldie (Nesbitt) Burlew. Cork attended the Reading Schools and had been employed at Clark Equipment Company for 31 years. He also enjoyed farming and gardening, coin collecting, well drilling and mechanical work. He belonged to the Southern Yankee Organization. On June 19, 1953 he married Janice (Adams) and she survives, along with three daughters, Victoria Burlew of Santa Clara, Calif., Patricia (Jack Clutter) Burlew of Sturgis, Ruth Ann (Rick) Cross of Port St. Lucie Fla.; two sons, Charles P. Avery of Grand Rapids, John F. (Mary) Burlew of Quincy; two sisters, Velma Vince of Tecumseh, Susie (Fred) Rushford of Victoria Texas; one brother, Marwin (Loretta) Burlew of Reading; 22 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceding him in death were his parents; sister, Theta; brothers, George, Ed, Richard; and infant daughter, Diane. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with the Rev. Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy. Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday.  Memorials to the Salvation Army, Hillsdale, would be appreciated. |
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Harbert Taylor Elliott Aug. 18, 1924 — Jan. 25, 2009 Harbert Taylor Elliott, 84, of Hudson, formerly of Jackson, passed away Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at Heartland Health Care Center in Jackson. He was born Aug. 18, 1924, in Battle Creek, the son of Elliott and Pearl (Darring) Taylor. Harbert married Arlene Mae Garwood on June 22, 1946, in Jackson.  She survives.  He worked for Walker Muffler in Jackson for over 32 years.  He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during WW II.  Harbert was a big fan of auto racing, both as a participant and a spectator.  His favorite driver was Bill Elliott.  His other hobbies include golfing, fishing, being outdoors and watching John Wayne movies.  He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports and riding around in his Cadillac with his family. Harbert is survived by his wife, Arlene; six children, Taylor “Lee” (Tammy) Elliott of Jackson, James (Mary) Elliott, Kathleen (Ted Kopp) Bunting all of Hudson, Mikel (Kim) Elliott of Hillsdale, Christine (Carl) Stoyk of Hudson, Joseph (Karin) Elliott of Osseo; 17 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents; sons, David Dean Elliott and William Elliott; granddaughter, January Elliott and grandson, Scott Elliott.  Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29 at Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Clyde L. Wonders officiating. Full military honors will be conducted by Hannan-Colvin Post 180 American Legion of Hudson. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. prior to the service.  View this obituary and send condolences to the family www.brownvanhemert.com.    |
Harold "Hop" Van Zoeren Lapeer Harold "Hop" Van Zoeren, 80, a lifetime Lapeer resident, passed away Thursday (January 22, 2009). He was born July 18, 1928, in Grand Rapids, to John and Nell (Terpstra) Van Zoeren. He married Evaline Putman. Mr. Van Zoeren proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp then returned to service for the Army. He was active with the local 40/8th group. Harold enjoyed golfing, was an avid hunter, bowling and was a former football player and current big fan. He also was the past president of the Lapeer County Community Credit Union for over 20 years. He is survived by his daughters, Diana Smith of Florida, Marian (Dave) Johnson of North Branch; stepchildren, Barbara Novak, Pamela (Ken) Lee, Michael (Sandy) Novak; grandchildren, Jeremy, Amanda, Heidi (Luke), Nathan, Morgan, Jamie (Karen), Lisa (Jimmy), Justin and Delanie; 3 great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothea Knight of Wyoming, Mich.; lifetime friends, Loryce Schultz and fami |
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Harold H. Raymond, Sr., 71 years, of Point Place, Toledo, formerly of Luna Pier and Baldwin, MI went to be with the Lord on January 26, 2009, in his home. He retired from Dura Corporation after 20 years of service. The son of Harold M. |
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Hattie Vander Kooy, age 100, of Zeeland, went home to be with her Lord Thursday, January 29, 2009.  Hattie was a member of First Reformed Church in Zeeland, the Joy Group, Ladies Aid and the DAV Ladies Auxiliary Chapter 14. She was preceded in death by her husband, John; sons-in-law, Frank De Boer and Herschel Weaver; and a grandson, William De Boer.  She is survived by her children, Bernice and Nelson Koeman of Zeeland, Duane and Pauline Vander Kooy of Baldwin, Kathryn and Vern Ouding of Jenison, Shirley Weaver of Zeeland, Faith and Tom Germeraad of Hudsonville; 19 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; 39 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Ella TerHaar of Vriesland; sister-in-law, Henrietta Doornbos of Grand Rapids; many nephews, nieces and cousins.  The funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 31, 2009 at First Reformed Church, 148 East Central Avenue in Zeeland.  Reverend Roger Kleinheksel will be officiating.  Burial will be in Beaverdam Cemetery.  Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. in Holland, and Saturday from 1-2 p.m. at First Reformed Church prior to the service.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com. |
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Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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Helen L. (Hoffman) Thieme, 84, of Fort Wayne, Ind., died Jan. 23, 2009 at Lutheran Hospital. Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Klaehn, Fahl and Melton Winchester Road Chapel, 6424 Winchester Road. Services are at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 3705 S. Anthony Blvd., with calling one hour prior. Burial will be in the IOOF Cemetery, New Haven.   |
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Howard L. Furry, age 78, of Tecumseh died Saturday night, Jan. 24, 2009, at Sacred Heart of the Emerald Coast Hospital, Miramar, Fla.  He and his wife, Mary, winter in Florida.  They had been playing cards with friends when he suffered an apparent heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. He was born on Dec. 31, 1930, in Waukegan, Ill., the son of John and Lois (Lee) Furry. He married Mary Margaret Muir on Oct. 4, 1959. Howard was an accountant for the Holiday Inn Hotel chain for many years. He was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Tecumseh, the church choir, and also served as a Deacon Elder.  He was also a member of the Kiwanis Club in Tecumseh for many years. Howard was an avid fisherman, card player and enjoyed spending time with his family and many friends. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. In addition to his wife, Mary Margaret, Howard is survived by two daughters, Margaret Ann (Randy) Seale of Dallas, Texas, and Lois Ann (Randy) Knapman of Holt, Mich.; and two grandchildren, Alexander and Audrey Knapman. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, John. At Howard’s request, cremation has taken place in Florida. A memorial service to celebrate his life will take place in Tecumseh at a later date. Contributions in his memory may be made to the First Presbyterian Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.   |
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KOPIN, Irene Sophie (Kopcinski) - Age 97, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at Prestige Center. A Mass of Christian Burial for Irene will be held on Saturday, January 31, at 11 a.m. at St. Henry's Catholic Church in Rosebush with Fr. Don Henkes officiating. Interment of cremains will take place in New Calvary Cemetery in Flint. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 30, from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. with a Vigil Service at 7:30 p.m. at Clark Family Funeral Chapel, 114 S. Bradley Street, Mt. Pleasant. Visitation will continue on Saturday, January 31, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at St. Henry's Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Flint Area Knights of Columbus Male Chorus or Woodland Hospice of Mt. Pleasant. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel and at the church. Irene was born July 18, 1911, in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of Albert and Wladislawia (Glembowska) Prosniak. She graduated from Flint Central High School in 1929. Irene received a Bachelor's degree in Music from the University of Michigan in 1933. She played in the Flint Symphony Orchestra in the 1920s and 1930s and in string quartets. She married Chester John Kopin/Kopcinski/Kopec on May 5, 1935, at All Saints Church in Flint. Irene was a homemaker and had also worked in the business office for A&P Grocery. She was a member of St. Henry's Catholic Church in Rosebush and St. Charles Catholic Church in Leaton. She was a former member of All Saints, Sacred Heart, Holy Rosary, and St. Leo's Catholic Church in Flint and was active in their choirs. Irene loved gardening, flowers, mushroom hunting, birds, and American Water Spaniels. Irene is survived by her children, Sister Marie Agnes Kopin/Kopcinski, C.PP.S. (Sisters of the Precious Blood, Dayton, OH) who resides in Mt. Pleasant and David Chester Kopin who resides in the family homestead in Flint; and granddaughter, Amy Lynne Kopin of Ann Arbor. There are a number of nieces and nephews residing in the Flint and Caro areas and in Virginia and Arkansas. Irene was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brother, Edmund H. Prosniak; and uncle, Tony Prosniak. You may view Irene's obituary online and send a private condolence to the family or sign the public guestbook at www.clarkfuneralchapel.com. |
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Irene M. Powell, 91, of Jonesville, passed away Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater. She was born March 5, 1917 in Detroit to Carl and Effie (Willis) Henning. She was married Oct. 15, 1938 to Rae Powell and he preceded her in death in 1981. Irene was a graduate of Britton High School and a resident of Jonesville the majority of her life. She was a member of the Social Thursday Club, the Child Study Club and the Extension Club. Surviving are five daughters, Kay Jean (Steve) Blagec of Dundee, Sharon Laughlin of Maybee, Linda Powell of Jonesville, Alma Cross of Allen and Meredith Balcom of Jonesville; three sons, John R. Powell and Jackie Ladd of Jonesville, Robert B. (Jackie) Powell of Jonesville and Scott M. (Kelly) Powell of Hillsdale; sister, Helen Heiden of Monroe; 18 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; three brothers, Richard, Russell and Norman; sister, Vivian Swehla; and two grandchildren. Funeral services for Irene Powell will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Clyde Wonders officiating. Interment will take place at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Dundee at 3 p.m. Wednesday. The family will receive friends for visitation from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association or the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Irene M. VanNieuwenhze, age 87, of Palmyra passed away Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Irene was born May 7, 1921, in Palmyra, the oldest child of Estel and Frances (Salzwedel) Staup. On May 18, 1940, Irene married Henry VanNieuwenhze in Adrian. Henry and Irene celebrated 48 years of marriage prior to his death in 1988. For 19 years Irene worked at Adrian College, retiring in 1982. She attended Palmyra Presbyterian Church where she was active in the Palmyra Women’s Association. She was also a member of the Palmyra Happy Home Club. Closest to Irene’s heart were her family and friends. Irene was an avid Detroit Tiger Fan. She enjoyed bingo, jigsaw puzzles and playing cards. Surviving Irene are her children, Wayne (Sallie) VanNieuwenhze of Blissfield, Carol McIntyre of Onsted and Robert (Nancy) VanNieu­wenhze of Jasper; eight grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, George Staup and her son-in-law, David McIntyre. The funeral service for Irene will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Robert Bidwell officiating. Burial will follow at Palmyra Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. You may also send condolences or sign the register book at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Irene may be made to the Palmyra Township Fire Department. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.   |
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Irene Vannieuwenhze, age 87, of Palmyra passed away Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009 at Bixby Medical Center. Arrangements are pending at Wagley Funeral Home.   |
JEAN ELSHOLZ SANDUSKY Jean Elsholz, age 84, of Sandusky, died Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Covenant Cooper Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. She was born June 24, 1924 in, Australia. She is the daughter of the late William and Anne (Wedderick) Webber. Jean moved to the United States in 1946 from Australia. She was a graduate of St. Saviors Convent, and a member of St. Stevens Church in Australia. Jean married Elmer W. Elsholz on December 12, 1946 in Toledo, Ohio, he died on September 7, 2004. She worked at Yale Rubber in Sandusky for 37 years retiring July 1, 1986, and was a past member of the Sandusky Rebekah Lodge. She is survived by two sons; Robert Elsholz of Israel, Roger (Vicky) Elsholz of Sandusky, one daughter; Joan (Dennis) Bulgrien of Snover,one brother; Boyce Webber of Australia, two sisters; Joan Tanner and Iris Gillespie both of Australia, 7 grandchildren; Scott Elsholz, Jill Bulgrien, Danielle Elsholz, Jenny Bulgrien, Nathan Elsholz, Nichole Elsholz, Mike Elsholz, and 4 great grandchildren. Besides her husband and parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Jack, Johnnie, Ivan, Allan, and Reggie Webber, and sisters, Connie Ashworth, Joslyn Studders, Madge Morgan, and Monica Philips. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Fr. Andrzej Boroch and Elder Harlow Elsholz officiating. Burial was in the Zion Cemetery in Sandusky. Casketbearers - William Franzel, Harlow Elsholz, Nathan Elsholz, Tony Minard, Troy Minard, Scott Elsholz. Memorial suggestion to the American Lung Association. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com |
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Age 84, of Bloomfield Hills. January 28, 2009. Husband of Lucille. Father of Rodney, Nancy (John) Senkowicz, Fred Juergens and Brian (Kirsti) Juergens. Grandfather of six. Preceded in death by his first wife, Veldean and a son, Craig. WWII Air Force Veteran; awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Purple Heart and Air Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters. Memorial service 1:30 p.m. Saturday, January 31 at St. James Episcopal Church, 355 W. Maple Rd., Birmingham. Memorials to National Kidney Foundation. |
James Frederick Spaulding Sr., age 67, of Milan and formerly of Dundee, died Monday evening, January 26, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born in Dundee Township on March 26, 1941, to Carl F. |
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Jimmie Morris Parker, 61, of Pittsford, passed away Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at the V.A. Medical Center in Battle Creek. He was born May 30, 1947 in Moultrie, Ga. to Thomas and Dorothy (Blankenship) Parker, she survives in Jacksonville, Fla.  He was married July 3, 1971 to Delores Viola and she survives. Jimmie was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam era and he was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans, Post # 68 of Hillsdale. Surviving besides his wife Delores and mother Dorothy are siblings, Thomas (Carol) Parker, Janey (William) VonHofen, Lisa (Bill) Gilcrease and Lorraine (Robert) Parr. He was preceded in death by his father and an infant sister, Donna Jean. Funeral services for Jimmie Morris Parker will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with the Rev. Denny Fowler officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contribution to Hospice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
JoAnn Kresge, 67 years, of Toledo and formerly of Temperance, MI died Sunday January 25, 2009, in Flower Hospital. The daughter of John and Betty (Mest) Bowers Jr., she was born February 19, 1941, in Harrisburg, PA. |
Joan Louise Tompkins, 73, of Boyne City, died Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. |
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EWEN, Mich. -- John R. Hasenberg Jr., 61, of Ewen, died unexpectedly Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, in Iron River. |
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Josephine Mulder, age 88, of Holland, died Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at Providence Health Care.  She had worked for Heinz and retired from General Electric after many years.  She was preceded in death by her daughter, Marlene Nyland; and husband, Minard Mulder.  She is survived by her children, Ronald and Janice Mulder of West Olive, Myrna and Donald Den Bleyker of Zeeland, Bradley Mulder of South Bend, IN, Paul and Linda Nyland of Georgetown Twp.; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Janet Koster of Holland, Marvin and Ann VandenBosch of Holland, Gertrude Talsma of Zeeland, Almer and Carol VandenBosch of TN, Chester and Irene VandenBosch of NV; several nephews and nieces.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 30, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.  Entombment will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com. |
Juanita Monhollen, age 83, of Monroe passed away January 27, 2009, at St. Vincent's Regional Heart and Vascular Center, Toledo, OH.Juanita was born September 20, 1925, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Charles and Pearl (Taylor) Turley. |
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Died on January 27, 2009, at Beaumont Hospital, in Royal, Oak. She was 95. She lived in her own home in Royal Oak, MI, until the time of her death. She died from complications due to a stroke. Kachadourian was born in 1913, in the historic and hilly Armenian city of Kharpert, now part of Turkey. She was a survivor of the 1915 Armenian genocide. After her father died in the genocide, Kachadourian, with her mother, brother and sister fled to Aleppo, Syria. She lived in Aleppo with her family in an orphanage for displaced Armenians where her mother worked as a guidance counselor. Kachadourian went to Canada in 1933, and married Kachig "Jimmy" Kachadourian, also a genocide survivor. The couple moved to Highland Park, MI, that same year and opened the Satisfactory Lunch restaurant (renamed J&M Bar in 1952) in Highland Park, MI. They owned and operated the restaurant from 1933 to 1960. Satisfactory Lunch was located on Second Ave., between Ford Ave. and Labelle St., north of what is now the Davison Expressway. Kachadourian worked as a waitress at the restaurant, serving three meals a day largely to factory workers from Ford Motor Co.'s Highland Park Assembly Plant. Typically, she served a meal of beef stew, a slice of bread, butter and a cup of coffee, which in total cost 55 cents. The restaurant also had a strong client base made up of Detroit Street Railways (DSR) bus and streetcar drivers and repair shop workers, who were based in Highland Park. Plant workers from Ex-Cell-O Corp., a packaging supply firm on Second Ave., also were "regulars". "My mother was a wise counsel", said her eldest son, Dan Kachadourian. "She was able to relate with all types of people of all ages and give them comfort and good advice about everything from business to affairs of the heart." During World War II, Kachadourian and her husband worked as agents to sell War Bonds. President Franklin D. Roosevelt sent them a letter and certificate to notify them that Satisfactory Lunch restaurant sold more bonds than any other bar or restaurant in Highland Park. Kachadourian became a U.S. citizen in 1946. In-state will be on Friday, January, 30, 6-9 p.m. (Don Gark prayers at 7:30 p.m.), at St. Sarkis Armenian Church, 19300 Ford Rd. (Ford Rd. west of Southfield), Dearborn, MI, ph# (313) 336-6200. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 31, at 11 a.m., at the Church. Donations may be made to the Knights of Vartan, 4167 Wendell Rd., W. Bloomfield, MI 48323. (This organization builds schools in Armenia). Maritza Kachadourian is survived by: three sons: Varoujan "Dan" Kachadourian (wife: Lillian), John Kachadourian (wife: Pat), Robert Kachadourian (wife: Gayaneh); four grandchildren: Larry (wife: Louise) Kachadourian, David (wife: Charise) Kachadourian, Gail Kachadourian Howe (husband: Wes Howe), Ara (wife: Anahit) Kachadourian; and great-grandson Jack Howe. She will be buried at Woodlawn Cemetery, in Detroit. Online condolences may be e-mailed to: sjavizian2@msn.com. For further information, contact Simon Javizian Funeral Home 248-626-7815. |
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Saturday 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. with 4 p.m. American Legion Service at Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 45100 Warren (west of Sheldon). |
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Kenneth L. Hollis, 76, of Fremont, Ind. and formerly of Garrett, Ind. died Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 at Cameron Memorial Community Hospital in Angola, Ind. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, 2009 at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, 2009 at the funeral home with Father Fred Pasche officiating. Burial will take place at Greenlawn Cemetery in Orland, Ind. with military committal services conducted by members of Orland American Legion Post #423. |
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LEOLA RUTH MCVEAN MARLETTE Leola Ruth McVean, age 91, of Marlette, died Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Marlette Extended Care Facility in Marlette, Michigan. She was born January 19, 1918 in Marlette, Michigan the daughter of the late Jay and Nettie (Turner) Sheppard. She was a lifelong area resident, a 1935 graduate of Marlette High School, a member of the Eastern Star and the Marlette First Presbyterian Church. Leola married Clare McVean on March 4, 1939 in Marlette, he died on March 18, 2003. Leola enjoyed making quilts for the missions. She is survived by two daughters; Darlene Coenen of Imlay City, Linda Moore of Boynton Beach, Florida, 6 grandchildren, Sherri (Keith) Cripe of Anderson, Indiana, Brian Coenen of Orlando, Florida,Shelli (Bob) Sutton of Imlay City, Kelly (Dana) Waycaster of Imlay City,Terri (Karl) Zimmerman of Baco Raton, Florida, and Brad (Michele) Moore of Venice, Florida, 9 great grandchildren; Sasha, Jordan, Evan, Kyle, Adam, Drew, Shannon, Pyper, and Jamie. Besides her husband and parents she was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Don Coenen and sister, Onalee Cousins and Evelyn Woodard. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette with Rev. Chris Wolfe and Rev. Michael Hollenbeck officiating. Burial was in the Marlette Cemetery in Marlette. Memorial suggestions to the Marlette First Presbyterian Church or United Hospice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, www.marshfuneral.com |
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LEONA B. NASH SANDUSKY Leona B. Nash, age 44, of Sandusky, died Saturday January 24, 2009 in Port Huron Hospital. She was born October 21, 1964 in E. Tawas the daughter of the late Robert Nash and Gladys (Snyder) Badgely. Leona enjoyed crocheting, traveling, and computers. She was also "on the go". She loved movies and had a large movie collection. She loved kids, art, drawing and writing poems. Leona is survived by her mother and step-father; Gladys and Willet Badgely of Deckerville, two step-brothers; William (Vicky) Badgely of Argyle, Robert Badgely of Sandusky, three sisters; Laurie (Randy) Scribner of Mikato, Bobbie Nash of Deford, and Rose Nash of Sandusky, one step-sister; Ella (Bill) Waun of Deckerville and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, and her companion Eric Hollstien of Sandusky. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert E. Nash. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Leona B. Nash was held at the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home with Pastor Samuel Combs officiating. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be given to the family discretionary fund. Condolences may be sent to |
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Friday 2-9 p.m. Prayers Friday 7:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday 11:00 a.m. frrom Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.), 54880 VanDyke at 25 Mile Rd. to St. Michael Church, 40501 Hayes (N. of 17 Mile) for 12:30 p.m. Mass. Interment Resurrection. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
LOUIS "LOUIE" TORELLI FLORIDA My Louis "Louie" Torelli, age 60, passed unexpectedly January 21, 2009. He was a U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran, awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Infantry Medal, Sharpshooter M14 & 2 Overseas Bars. Louie was a life member of the DAV and VFW. Louie was employed at P.J.'s Restaurant, Indian Rocks Beach for the past 22 years. He was a friend to everyone he knew and met. He was an avid fisherman and sportsman and loved life to the fullest. He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Carol, one sister; Maria (Richard) Buckley, one brother; Paul Torelli, sister-in-law; Kathy (Dean) Hoag, mother-in-law; Helen McAllister, several cousins, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Sunday, February 1, 2009, at 11 am at Moss Feaster Funeral Home, Largo, Florida. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VFW Post 10094, P.O. Box 133, Indian Rocks Beach, Florida, 33785. Arrangements made by Moss Feaster Funeral Home, 13401 Indian Rocks Road, Largo, FL 33774. (727)-562-2080. |
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Larry Lee Waffle, 65, of Burlington, passed away at his home Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009. He was born December 14, 1943 in Battle Creek to Carl A. and Anita Belle (Johnson) Waffle. Larry had lived in the Tekonsha and Burlington area all his life, graduating from Tekonsha High School in 1962. He married Judy (Waisner) in Potterville on Sept. 12, 1962. His favorite job was farming. He raised and showed Limousin cattle and Hampshire hogs. He worked at Eaton’s in Marshall for 30 years, retiring in 2005. He is survived by a son: Bryan Scott (LeAnn) Waffle of Coldwater, a daughter, LeAnn Waffle of Kalamazoo, Judy Waffle of Burlington; grandchildren; Courtney and Cody Waffle of Coldwater and Savanna Waffle of Kalamazoo and Burlington; brother Reid (Rose Marie) Waffle of Burlington and sister Sue (Bill) Powell of Tekonsha, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. He enjoyed hunting pheasant and deer. He was a member of the Marshall Moose and the Local 220 Union. He was active with the 4-H program for many years, he belonged to the Michigan Limousin Association, the North America Limousin Foundation and the Hampshire Herdsman Association. Larry also bowled on the Eaton’s Bowling League for many years. Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 30, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Funeral services will be Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Union United Church of Christ UCC in Tekonsha with Rev. Barbara Pryor officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Tekonsha. In lieu of flowers you may consider memorials to the Tekonsha Athletic Boosters or the Calhoun County 4-H Swine Club. You many leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Putnam’s of Tekonsha, (517) 767-4114. |
Leo Carr, aged 90, of Lake Odessa, was called Home early Thursday morning, Jan. 29, 2009. |
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Lester C. Bond, Sr., 77, of LaGrange, Ind., died Jan. 22, 2009, at the VA Hospital in Indianapolis. Living his lifetime in LaGrange County, he retired in 1995 from Coachmen Industries in Middlebury, Ind., where he had worked since 1967.  He was a United States Army veteran serving during the Korean War.  He was a member of the Gateway River of Life Church in Sturgis, Mich., and LaGrange American Legion Post #215. Mr. Bond was born on March 10, 1931, in LaGrange County, Ind., to Peter Ovid and Mary (Harp) Bond.  On Oct. 5, 1955, he married Ruby J. High in Coldwater, Mich. Mrs. Bond survives in LaGrange. Also surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Kenneth Stringfellow of Wawaka, Ind.; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Lester and Lorrie Bond, Jr. of Howe, Ind., James and Deanna Bond of Sturgis, Mich., and Robert Bond and Frank and Patricia Sciluffo, all of Wonder Lake, Ill.; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Ovid and Virginia Bond of LaGrange; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; two sons, Rickie and Richard Bond; a sister, Sharon Lewis; and a brother, Robert Bond. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and  6-8 p.m. Monday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with Pastor Douglas Carr officiating.  Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange, Ind., with a military graveside service. Memorials may be given to the American Kidney Fund. Condolences may be left for the family at  www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com. |
Lois E. DePotty, aged 83, of Ionia, passed away Jan. 28, 2009., |
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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. |
Lucille Reigle (Baumgardner), 96, passed away Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 at Wyndridge Nursing Home in Crossville, Tennessee. |
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Luella L. Oakley, 91, of LaGrange, Ind., died Jan. 28, 2009, at Life Care Center of LaGrange. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.Friday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind., where services are at 10 a.m. Saturday.  Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange.   |
CRUCE, Lynne Joyce Gettler (Keil) - Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Auntie, age 61, of Lebanon, TN (formerly of Flint, MI) passed away on Friday, January 16, 2009 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She was preceded in death by parents, Lester C. and Patricia L. Gettler. She is survived by daughter, Leslie Qualls of Lebanon; sons, Scott (Janie) Cruce of NC, David (Kendra) Keil of Lebanon, and Douglas (Tana) Keil of Lebanon; brother, Norman A. (Mary) Gettler of Gaines, MI; grandchildren, Andrew, Madison, Jordan, Adam, Logan, Jensen, and Carter; nieces, Michelle and Lorri Lynne Gettler; nephews, Michael and Matthew Gettler; and loving cousins, relatives, and friends. A memorial service will be held 1pm Monday, February 2, 2009, at St. Pius X Church in Flint, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the McLaren Regional Ostomy Closet. Partlow Funeral Chapel in charge of local arrangements. (615) 444-7007. Obituary line (615) 444-7700. www.partlowchapel.com |
MARJORIE E. MCCULLY DECKERVILLE Marjorie E. McCully, age 90, of Deckerville, died Tuesday January 20, 2009, in her home. She was born September 20, 1918 in Deckerville, the daughter of the late Wesley and Alice (Decker) Hooper. She married Maxwell J. McCully on June 20, 1942. He preceded in death on September 16, 2000. Marjorie was a member of Mills Gospel Hall. She enjoyed gardening, growing flowers and her family. She is survived by two sons; Gerald (Bonnie) McCully and Bruce McCully both of Deckerville, five grandchildren and two great grandchildren, one brother; Howard Hooper of Deckerville and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one brother, Harry Hooper and one sister, Mrs. Marion Hartsell. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Marjorie E. McCully were held at the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home with Mr. William Metcalf officiating. Burial was in Forester Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Deckerville Community Hospital. Condolences may be sent to |
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Margaret Emma Moeckel, 77, of Holland, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at Haven Park/Providence Christian Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.  Margaret was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church.  She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and enjoyed the time she spent with her family.  She touched many lives through serving and giving to others.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 29 years, Dean Moeckel, in 2004.  She is survived by her children, Robert and Debbie Ter Vree of Georgetown, IN, Donna and Brad Patterson of Holland, Bill and Gracie Bouws of Sedalia, MO, Roger and Sue Bouws of Tampa, FL, and Deb and Randy Lemmen of Zeeland; grandchildren, Robert II, Matthew, Meredith, Hannah Ter Vree, Kyle Bouws, Chad Bouws, Sarah, Alicia, and Ross Lemmen; four great-grandchildren; four stepchildren; three stepgrandchildren; brother-in-law, Casey Blauwkamp of Holland; sister-in-law, Nancy Moeckel of Florida; and many nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 30, 2009 at Lighthouse Baptist Church, 501 E. 24th Street, Holland.  Visiting hours will be 6-8 p.m. Thusday at the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th Street, Holland.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland. www.notierverleelangeland.com |
Marie S. Menzel 1928-2009 Marie S. Menzel, 80, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at Covenant Cooper HealthCare in Saginaw following a brief illness. She was born December 26, 1928 in Gagetown, daughter of the late Adam and Susanna (Petrie) Leiterman. She was united in marriage to Walter Menzel, August 18, 1951 in Bach. He preceded her in death on January 22, 1994. She then married Elmer Shope on May 6, 2007 in Kilmanagh. Marie was a devoted member of St. John Lutheran Church in Kilmanagh. She enjoyed baking, cooking, biking, walking and appreciated helping others and especially loved being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Elmer Shope, Sebewaing; one daughter, Janet (Todd) Vandiver, Unionville; one son, Tom (Linda) Menzel, Warren; three grandchildren, Laura (Brian) Zuzga, Troy and Brad Vandiver; two great-grandchildren, Jailyn and Nikolas; four sisters, Christine (Victor) Wissner; Sebewaing, Dorothy Prichard, Sebewaing, Dolly (John) Ondrajka, Marlette and Johanna (Orville Mallory) Miklovich, Gagetown; two brothers, Max Leiterman, Bay City and James Leiterman, Sebewaing and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Adam Leiterman Jr. and Robert Leiterman and one sister, Barbara Parker. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at St. John Lutheran Church in Kilmanagh. Rev. Allen R. Stoll officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Lutheran Child and Family Service. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing. |
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Marie Stickney, age 88, of Holland, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, January 28, 2009. She was the daughter of the late Anthony and Clara Sietsema.  She was born in Holland, MI, raised in Chicago and lived most of her life in Holland. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church of Holland, Golden Agers, Evergreen Commons, and former member of Rose Park Baptist of Holland, Salvation Army, Holland City Mission, and South Shore Baptist of Holland.  She attended Moody Bible Institute in Chicago.  She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and enjoyed the time she spent with her family.    She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Rev. Ken Stickney in 1999; and infant daughter, Arlene Joyce, 1952. Her family includes a daughter, Carol Stickney of Grand Haven; son, Arthur Stickney of Holland; and daughter, Judith Maatman of Holland; two grandchildren; several in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be 11 a.m. Monday, February 2, 2009 at Calvary Baptist Church of Holland, 517 West 32nd Street, Holland, MI. Visitation will be 2-4 Sunday, February 1, 2009 at The Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 188 West 32nd Street Holland, MI. Memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church.   |
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Martha E. Seeman, 95, of Litchfield, formerly of Galion, Ohio, passed away Friday, Jan. 23, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She was born April 8, 1913 in Galion, Ohio, the daughter of Frank and Josephine (Plumb) Feerer.  Mrs. Seeman had been a bookkeeper and stenographer for the Galion Public Schools and belonged to the Galion Order of Eastern Star and the Methodist Church. She and her husband, Harold, had also lived in Winter Haven, Fla. where she remained active in the Methodist Church.  Harold preceded her in death in 1980. After moving to Litchfield, Martha enjoyed activities at Riverside Apartments as well as sewing and reading.  She also continued her faithful participation at the Litchfield United Methodist Church.  Martha is survived by two nieces, Clara (Carl) Dawson and Mary Shields, of Litchfield. Cremation has taken place and interment at Fairview Cemetery, Galion, Ohio, will take place at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Methodist Church Camp Fund. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Litchfield. |
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Marvin E. Ely, 84, of Manitou Beach, Mich., and Winter Haven, Fla., formerly of Morenci, Mich., died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in Winter Haven, Fla. He was born in Zone, Fulton County, Ohio, to Glen Ely and Clema (Winzler) Ely Heckert on Jan. 21, 1925. Funeral services for Marvin will be Saturday, Jan. 31, at 11 a.m. at the Morenci United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Friday from 7 until 9 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with a Masonic service by the Fairfield Lodge #125 at 8:40 p.m. There will also be visitation on Saturday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the Morenci United Methodist Church. |
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Marvin E. Ely, 84, of Manitou Beach, Mich., and Winter Haven, Fla., formerly of Morenci, Mich., died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in Winter Haven, Fla. He was born in Zone, Fulton County, Ohio, to Glen Ely and Clema (Winzler) Ely Heckert on Jan. 21, 1925. Funeral services for Marvin will be Saturday, Jan. 31, at 11 a.m. at the Morenci United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Friday from 7 until 9 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with a Masonic service by the Fairfield Lodge #125 at 8:40 p.m. There will also be visitation on Saturday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the Morenci United Methodist Church. |
Marvin J. Grodi, 81, died Jan. 24 in Florida Hospital Hospice, Ormond Beach, Florida.He was born in Erie, Michigan.Before moving to Florida in 1968, he resided in Temperance. |
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Mary J. Coughlin Metamora Mary J. Coughlin, 87, of Metamora for 40 years (formerly of Hamtramck) passed away Sunday (January 25, 2009). She was born March 25, 1921, in Hamtramck, to John and Stella (Trella) Szwarc. She married Leo J. Coughlin. Mary was a clerk/stenographer in the Hamtramck Court System. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, formerly of St. Ladislaus Catholic Church. Mary enjoyed gardening, ceramics, cooking and baking. She is survived by her son, Richard Coughlin of Metamora; grandsons, Daniel (Angi) Coughlin and Timothy Coughlin; sister-in-law, Irene Szwarc of Metamora. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Coughlin in 1996; daughter-in-law, Donna Coughlin; parents, John and Stella Szwarc; brothers, Joseph Szwarc and infant John Szwarc. Memorial contributions may be made to Mass Cards or the charity of one's choice. Funeral Mass was held Thursday (January 29, 2009) at Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer. Father Aaron Depeyst |
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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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GRAFTON, Wis. -- Mary Terese Butler, 39, of Grafton, Wis., and a former Ironwood, Mich., resident, died Sunday, Dec. 21, 2009, the victim of a homicide in her home. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Matthew A. "Matt" Siklich, 94, of 421 Kennedy St., Ironwood, died Saturday afternoon, Jan. 24, 2009, at Memorial Medical Center in Ashland, Wis. |
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Nancy B. Nauta, 78, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at her home.  She was born Jan. 17, 1931, in Griffith, Indiana, to Russell and Thelma (Stewart) Blanchard. She was married Aug. 27, 1951, to John Nauta Jr. and he preceded her in death in 1993. Nancy has been a resident of Hillsdale since 1980 and she was a former volunteer for the Health Department for many years. Surviving are two daughters, Nora (Clarence) Kern of Montgomery and Nancy (Jay) Bumpus of Hillsdale; three sons, Keith Nauta of Hillsdale, John (Karen) Nauta of Lake Station, Indiana and Mike (Michelle) Nauta of Hillsdale; nine grandchildren; sister, Sara Hammende of Crown Point, Indiana and brother, John Blanchard of Webster, New York. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister Mary and brothers, George and Kenneth. Graveside funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Friday at Cambria Cemetery No. 2. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
BOSGRAAF - Mrs. Nancy (Kort) Bosgraaf, age 64, passed away January 26, 2009. The Service will be 4:00 p.m. Thursday, January 29th at the Methodist Church of the Dunes in Grand Haven. Visitation with the family one hour prior to service. A complete obituary will be published in Wednesday's Press. Please visit www.klaassenfuneralhome.com to view Nancy's complete obituary. Klaassen Family Funeral Home 1500 Robbins Rd. Grand Haven |
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Naomi Sue Younglove, age 64, of Huron Township, MI died on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at home. |
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Norma Jean Neeley, 72, of Shipshewana, Ind., died Jan. 25, 2009, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday  at Eden Worship Center in Topeka. Private family burial will take place in Grace Lawn Cemetery in Middlebury. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is handling arrangements.   |
Memorial services for Norman Richard Storkel, age 66, of Conroe, Texas will be held at 3:00 pm on January 31, 2009, at Cashner Funeral Home with Dr. Cliff Herrington officiating. Norm was born August 16, 1942, in Monroe, Michigan. |
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Opal Mae Riker, 61, of Litchfield, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor.  She was born Feb. 13, 1947 in Van Wert, Ohio to Gerald and Vivian (March) Ditto and graduated from Litchfield High School in 1965. Opal was a dedicated homemaker and loved canning, crocheting, handcrafts and corresponding with her numerous pen pals. She will be remembered by many area children as a wonderful baby-sitter. Opal will be sadly missed by her husband, John Riker, whom she married Feb. 12, 1965; three daughters, Teala (Robert) Stem of Osseo, Misty Riker of Litchfield, Rebecka (Phil) Music of Litchfield; one son, John Paul (Katrina) Riker of Litchfield; one sister, Lori (Dale) Cowan of Allen; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her parents, one half-sister and two half-brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Memorials to the American Diabetes Association are suggested.   |
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Orville "Jay" Timmer, age 83, of Holland, died Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at his home.  He was veteran in World War II serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in the South Pacific, Guam and Iwo Jima.  He enjoyed his family, especially his grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Jayne Marie; and his sisters, Carol Timmer and Betty Graham; and sister-in-law, Ann Grissen.  He is survived by his wife, Alice, of 59 years; and children, John and Mariellen Timmer of North Jackson, OH, Jim and Holly Timmer of Holland, Kathleen Timmer of Holland, Barb (Timmer) Faaola of Holland; nine grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; brothers and sisters, Lester Timmer of Holland, Glenn and Judy Timmer of Holland,  Donna Vander Slik of Holland, Marilyn Timmer of Jacksonville, FL; brothers-in-law, Dale and Barb Grissen of Holland, Donald and Peggy Graham of Fennville; several nephews, nieces and cousins.  A memorial service with military honors will be noon on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.  Deacon Juan Garcia will be officiating.  Cremation has taken place.  Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m–12:00 p.m. Saturday, January 31, 2009              one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  Memorial contributions may be given to American Heart Association or Hospice of Holland.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com  for those who cannot attend the services.       |
PAPICH MARY ANN |
(Age 92). Wife of the late Stanley S. She will be sorely missed by her caregiver son Robert, sons Stanley (Sharon) and Timothy (Julina); grandchildren Liza, Timmy, Thomas and Tracie and grandson Christian. Dear sister of Kate, Betty, Ann, Evie and the late Michael and Josephine. Visiting Friday 5-9 p.m. at Charles Step Funeral Home, 18425 Beech Daly (btw 6-7 Mile). In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass St. Scholastica Church. Interment Holy Sepulchre. www.charlesstepfuneralhome.com |
PEARSON JESSE |
Hour Saturday, January 31 at 9:30a.m. Memorial Service at 10:30a.m. Hartford Memorial Baptist Church, 18700 James Couzens, Detroit. |
POKOY MARY ANN |
Kawkawlin, MI, formerly of Redford Township, age 88. Beloved widow of Lucas "Luke" Pokoy, passed away suddenly Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at Bay Regional Medical Center. Mary Ann is survived by her sister, Loretta (Frederick) Krzyminski, one brother, Walter (Eleanor) Sochacki. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 2, 2009 at 10 a.m. from Sacred Heart Church with burial in Floral Gardens Cemetery. Friends may call at Rivertown Funeral Chapel, Kawkawlin, MI on Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m. On Monday, Mrs. Pokoy will lie in state at the church from 9 a.m. until time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested for the Helen M. Nickless Volunteer Clinic. Please sign our on-line family guest register at |
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SMITH - Patrick Charles "Pat" Smith, 44, of Shippenville, Pennsylvania, formerly of Stanwood and Croton Hardy, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2009, at his residence. He was born May 16, 1964, in Muskegon, Michigan, the son of Charles J. Smith and Ardelle L. Gross, and graduated from the Newaygo High School in 1983. After graduation, he became a semi truck driver and traveled most of the eastern U. S. until 2006 when he became disabled. Pat is survived by his son, Elisha Sitzma of Newaygo; mother, Ardelle (Jack) Gross of Rogers Heights; father, Charles J. (Patty) Smith of Croton; brother, Jeff (Vicky) Smith of Fruitport; sister, Dawn M. Smith of Grand Rapids; grandmother, Gladys Harkins of Rogers Heights; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Pat was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Arthur Ulrich, Lester Harkins, Alton (Pat) Smith, John Bolton, and grandmother, Erma Smith. Memorial services will be 3:00 p.m., Friday, January 30, 2009, at the Rogers Heights Christian Church in Rogers Heights, with Scott Davidson officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. For online obituaries please visit our website at: www.mohnkefuneralhome.com |
Pauline Joan Miller, age 78, of Monroe died Monday 3:53 p.m. at the Lutheran Home, Monroe. She had been seriously ill for three weeks. |
Pauline Joan Miller, age 78, of Monroe died Monday 3:53 p.m. at the Lutheran Home, Monroe. She had been seriously ill for three weeks.Friends may call from 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
Penny Jo Angerer, 52, of Ida died at 5:02 a.m. Tuesday in her father's home. She had been in poor health for 5 years and seriously ill 6 months.Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
Philip J. Sandula Dryden Philip J. Sandula, 73, a long-time resident of Dryden, died peacefully early Saturday morning, surrounded by the love of his family. Philip was born October 27, 1935, in Detroit, the son of the late Philip and Elizabeth (Brenner) Sandula. He served our country honorably in the U.S. Army. Philip was united in marriage to his beloved, Linda, on September 21, 1957 in Zion United Church of Christ in Fraser. The couple, who grew up and first resided in Fraser, made their home in Dryden in 1978. They lived a true love story. Philip worked for General Motors for 32 years as the Superintendant of Manufacturing Engineering at General Motors Powertrain in Warren. He owned and operated S & S Tool and Machine Inc. for over 25 years. Philip was a Past Master Masion, 32nd Degree Scottish Rite and Shriner, belonging last in the Metamora-Hadley Lodge. He also belonged to the Minneapolis-Moline Tractor Club. From watches to antique tractors, Philip was quite |
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3-9 pm Friday at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Light a candle and share a memory at: |
REPPKE MARY E (NEE SINGER) |
Friday 3-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials to Leukemia Foundation or Muscular Dystrophy Association would be appreciated. Share online condolences, visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com |
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Ralph Wayne Moir was born on November 9, 1933 in Windsor, Ontario, Canada one of four sons from the union of the late George Roy Moir and the late Ruby Bernice (Allen) Moir. Ralph was born a go-getter. He was never afraid of hardwork. |
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Robert H. Dittenber, of Gladwin, formerly of Saginaw, passed away at his home on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 at the age of 78. |
Robert Hall, 79, of Boyne City, died Jan. 30, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. |
Kolb, Robert H. Essexville, Michigan Robert Hugh Kolb, age 85 years, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at Brian's House of Bay City. A complete obituary will appear in the Saturday edition of The Bay City Times. |
Robert W. Macco Lapeer Robert W. Macco, 62, of Lapeer (formerly of Nadeau, Mich.) passed away Tuesday (January 27, 2009). He was born January 15, 1947, in Menominee County, to William and Genevieve Macco. He married Bonnie King on May 4, 1968 in Spalding, Mich. Robert served his country in the U.S. Army - his service time included one tour of duty in Vietnam. He worked at Pontiac Motors, retiring in 2003 after 38 years of service to the company. He enjoyed hunting, camping, gardening, golf and woodworking. He also enjoyed watching Westerns on TV. Above all, Robert enjoyed his family, who are left to cherish his memory. Robert was a kind and generous man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Macco; children, Scott (Amy) Macco of Lapeer and Kimberly (Doug) Higgins of North Branch; grandchildren, Boone and Brooke Macco, Haley and Hunter Higgins; sister, Arlene (Patrick) Watruba of Nadeau; sister-in-law, Mildred Macco of Lake |
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Robert S. Hall, 66 of Hillsdale, formerly of Goetzville, Mich. passed away Friday, Jan. 23, 2009 at the Hillsdale Community Medical Center. He was the son of Wayne and Beatrice Hall born Aug. 2, 1942 in Alma. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, June Hall (Van Deusen); son, Karl (Shellie) Hall of Hanover; daughter, Connie (Brian) Combs of Nevada; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Pat (Don) Smith; brother, Gary (Marty) Hall of Pleasant Lake, Mich.;  numerous nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his son, Robert Hall Jr.; his parents; sister, Cheryl Moats. Robert entered the U.S. Air Force right after graduating from Northwest High School and later he went to work for the City of Jackson Fire Department until his retirement in 1989. He was an avid hunter, and fisherman. He enjoyed working with wood, and making trails on his property. He was dearly loved by his family and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Mr. Hall is at the Watson Funerall Chapel where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday where the Rev. Carl J. Benes will be officiating. Interment will be at Horton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Cascades Humane Society, 1515 Carmen Dr., Jackson, MI 49202 or charity of one’s choice. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday. |
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MARKLE, Rose Marie - Age 91, of Holly, formerly of Swartz Creek, died Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at Wynwood of Grand Blanc. Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Monday, February 2, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Flint. Burial immediately following at Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Saturday and Sunday from 1-4:00 and 6-8:00 PM. Those desiring may make contributions to the Alzheimer's Association or Whaley Children's Center. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Russell A. Sarles Clifford Russell A. Sarles, 92, a lifelong resident of Clifford, passed away Tuesday (January 27, 2009) at Covenant Health Care Hospital in Saginaw. He was born March 15, 1916, in Silverwood, the son of the late Ross and Greta (Murray) Sarles. He married Martha Friday on February 21, 1942 in Marlette. Mr. Sarles drove a truck for Millington Screw Co. for many years, until his retirement. He was a member of the Silverwood United Methodist Church and a 55-year member of the Burlington Twp. Fire Dept. Russell served as mayor of Clifford, as a council member for the Village of Clifford and served on the Burlington Twp. Board of Review for many years. He also worked for the DPW in Clifford, was a member of the Clifford I.O.O.F. and served on the West Burlington Cemetery Board. He is survived by his wife, Martha of Clifford; sons, Gary (Sharon) Sarles of Clifford, Melvin Sarles of Port Austin, Darrell (Loretta) Sarles of Kingston; brothers, Hilton Sarles |
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Ruth E. Dykstra, 96, of Stuart, Fla., formerly of Holland and Ada, died Jan. 27, 2009, at her residence. A memorial service will take place at a later date in Michigan. Arrangements are by the Martin Funeral Home & Crematory in Stuart, Fla. |
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78, of Punta Gorda, Florida and Clinton Twp., MI, passed away January 25, 2009. He was born in Detroit, November 2, 1930. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years June; daughters, Pamela (Dan) Snopek, Kathy (Kevin) Koerber, Denise (Chuck) Shiemke and Michele (Jim) Frattarelli; mother-in-law, Millie Irons; one sister, two brothers and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Paul, grandson Kevin, and brother Wally. Chester was a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics and the Charlotte Radio Control Society. Memorial services to be held at a later date. Memorial donations to the Leukemia Foundation or the Salvation Army. |
SEITZ KATHRYN M |
"KATE" Suddenly January 28, 2009. Age 29 of Lathrup Village. Loving mama of James Albert. Beloved daughter of Carol (Chris Keller) and the late Paul. Dear sister of Paul (Lauren Papp), Jake, Frank and Rebecca. Granddaughter of Jerry and Maureen Seitz, Carolyn and the late Jules DePorre. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Kate was deeply loved and will be missed by all. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd. (btwn Maple & Big Beaver), Troy, Saturday 2-8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. until prayer service 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial tributes to the James Albert Seitz Education Fund, c/o 2600 Crooks Rd., Troy, MI 48084. View obituary and share memories at: |
SMOLEK VIOLET C |
Age 86, died on January 27, 2009. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, William B. Smolek, and is survived by daughters, Sherry Schiller of Alexandria, VA, and Michele (Don) Houghton of Commerce Twp.; son, Jeffrey (Connie) Smolek of Clarkston; grandchildren, John (Leah) Houghton, Keely Houghton, Matthew Smolek, Mackenzie Smolek; and a great granddaughter, Natalie Houghton. Mrs. Smolek served as the first Medical Artist in the U.S. Army, and was a veteran of WWII. A private family memorial service will be held. Memorials may be made in her name to assist the children's education fund of her primary caregiver of the last seven years: Nesbitt College Fund, 7286 Holcomb Road, Clarkston, MI 48346. For further info please phone Lynch & Sons, Milford, 248-684-6645. Condolences may be left at |
SPRATT JOSEPHINE |
Age 91, of Detroit died January 28, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Vernon. Dear mother of Charles (Barbara) Spratt. Loving grandmother of Adrienne Wofer, Sonja (Eric) Mosby, Charleen Otto, and William Stewart. Sister of Ernest Roquemore. Also survived by 11 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Visiting hours Sunday 2:30 -9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson. St. Clair Shores. In state Monday 8:30 a.m. until time of Mass 9 a.m. St. Matthew Church, 6021 Whittier, Detroit. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. Memories may be shared at |
STEFEK JOHN |
at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Friday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. with evening prayers 7 p.m. Funeral Saturday at St. Thecla Catholic Church, 20740 Nunneley Rd., Clinton Twp. (at Groesbeck). In state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memories to be shared at |
SUBJECK ADAM |
Friday 4-9 PM at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W Ann Arbor Rd., Plymouth (btw. Sheldon & Beck). Scripture service Friday 7 PM. In state Saturday 10:30 AM until 11 AM Funeral Mass at St. Kenneth Catholic Church, 14951 Haggerty Rd., Plymouth. Entombment Glen Eden Cemetery. To leave a message of condolence, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com. |
Sally Jeanne Sohlden Kalamazoo Sally Jeanne (Pryor) Sohlden, of Kalamazoo, entered the presence of her Lord in Eternal Glory on January 23, 2009. Her family and close friends were by her side as she peacefully left this world. Sally entered this world by the hands of her father, Dr. Robert A. Pryor, on March 25, 1953. She was the daughter of Dr. Robert and Nellie C. (Ceru) Pryor of Parchment; both preceded her in death. Sally was a graduate of Parchment High School and Western Michigan University. Her passions were being a loving and devoted wife and mother, home school mom, friend, mentor, leader of Mothers of Teenage Home Schoolers, running a food co-op and living her life in service to Jesus Christ, her Savior. She is survived by her beloved husband, Wayne; children, Benjamin, Andrea, Jonathan, Leah, Samuel and Kathryn, all of Kalamazoo; sisters, Theresa Ceru of Portage, Patti (Larry) Vanderbeek of Portage, Mary Jane (David) Hames of Kalamazoo; several nieces, nep |
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Sister Ann Patrick Deegan, formerly known as Margaret Deegan, died on Jan. 27, 2009, at St. Joseph Residence in Seattle, Wash. She was 86 years of age and in the 59th year of her religious profession: 59 years in the Dominican Sisters of Edmonds and six years in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Ann Patrick was born in Mountrath Laois, Ireland, to Patrick and Sara Ann (Higgins) Deegan. Sister graduated from Brigidine Convent in Mountain, Ireland, and received a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Accounting from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash. Sister spent 24 years ministering in the business field in Aberdeen, Chehalis and Edmonds, Wash. She was the Payroll and Purchasing Manager at St. Joseph Hospital in Aberdeen for eight years, Controller for St. Helen Hospital in Chehalis for six years, and General Treasurer and Finance Director for the Dominican Sisters of Edmonds for 10 years. Sister was Spiritual Director for one year at Kairos House of Prayer in Spokane, five years at Dominican House in Seattle, and one year at El Pomar Renewal Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. She was also Pastoral Associate for two years at Assumption Parish in Bellingham and Chaplain at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma for six years. She was Sponsorship Coordinator for Kenosha Catholic Health Care in Merced, Calif., for one year, and an Intern for one year at the Jesuit Renewal Center in Milford, Ohio. Sister became a resident of St. Joseph Residence in Seattle, Wash., in 2008. Sister Ann Patrick is survived by a sister, Joan Keen of Chesire, England, and a brother, Dennis Deegan of Berks, England. A Vigil Service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009, at Assumption Convent in Seattle. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered at St. Joseph Residence in Seattle at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2, 2009. Burial will take place at 1:30 p.m. in Calvary Cemetery in Seattle. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Hoffner, Fisher & Harvey Funeral Home of Seattle. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221.   |
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Stanley Wilkosz, 68, died unexpectedly on January 23, 2009,  in Manistee. Survivors are wife, Jean; sons, Dan and Mary, Rick, Rob, James and Sharon; grandchildren, Danielle, Jared, Austin, McKenna, and Cameron. Mass at Guardian Angel Church in Manistee  on January 31 at 12 p.m. |
EULESS - Stella Szuma passed away Jan. 23, 2009.Mass of Christian Burial: Thursday 11 a.m. at Saint Michael's Catholic Church, 3713 Harwood Dr., Bedford, 76021. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, with the Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. |
Sterling L. Maxfield, 86, passed away on Jan. 26, 2009 in Gladwin. |
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HURLEY, Wis. -- Sylvia S. Jaster, 91, of 611 10th Ave. N., Hurley, died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in Ironwood. |
TARDIFF CATHERINE ANNE |
Friday from 3-9 p.m. at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, (248) 348-1800. In state at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 23815 Power, Farmington, Saturday at 12 p.m. with funeral liturgy at 12:30 p.m. Memorials in Mrs. Tardiff's name can be made to In-House Hospice Foundation, 24293 Telegraph Rd., Suite 102, Southfield, MI 48034. On line sympathy messages at |
TIBURZI EMMA M |
January 28, 2009, age 91. Beloved wife of the late Virgil J. for 61 years. Loving mother of Ronald, Vernon, Kathleen (Frank) Quigley, Harold (Gail), Linda, Claudia (Edgell) Turnquist. Grandmother of 13 and great-grandmother of eight. Family will receive friends Friday, January 30, 3-9pm and Saturday, January 31, 10am until time of funeral service 1:30pm at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia, MI 48152. Please leave the family a message at |
TOMENELLO LUCHIO |
Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 3-9 p.m. with Rosary 5 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church (Schoenherr Rd. between 21 and 22 Mile Rds.) until 10:00 a.m. Mass. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com |
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Thalia Vassilatos Warnement, 41, of Arlington, Va., died Jan. 13, 2009, surrounded by her family at home, after a 10-month battle against leukemia. Thalia, a patent lawyer and partner in the law firm Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP, was born Aug. 3, 1967, in Wilmington, Del. She graduated from the University of Virginia in 1989 and completed a law degree at the College of William and Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law in 1993. She had lived in the Washington area since 1989 and was a member of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Washington, D.C. Survivors include: her husband, Robert; daughter, Sophia and son, Nicholas; parents, George and Yvonne Vassilatos; brother, Peter and sister-in-law, Julie. Thalia was the daughter-in-law of Albert and Sally Warnement and sister-in-law of Fred Warnement, Jeff and Anne Warnement, Julie Warnement, Patrick and Kathryn O’Kane and Mary Warnement and Jim Whelton. Contributions may be made in Thalia’s honor to Sophia’s Orthodox Cathedral, “Team Thalia,” of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or the Thalia V. Warnement Scholarship fund established by Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP for law students studying patent law. |
Thomas G. Donaldson of Scottville, passed away in Grand Rapids on Dec. 6, 2008. There will be a memorial service at the Scottville Church of Christ at 211 Crowley St., Scottville on Jan. 31 at 11a.m. ... |
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Timothy Lee Johnson Lapeer Timothy Lee Johnson, 58, of Lapeer, passed away Saturday (January 24, 2009). He was born August 6, 1950, in Flint, to J.C. and Doris Niel (Hinken) Johnson. He married Clair Mari Briggs on July 16, 1976 in Lapeer County. Tim proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He worked for General Motors for 30 years, retiring in 2004. He is survived by his wife, Clair Johnson of Lapeer; sons, Jeremy (Brianne) Johnson of Lapeer, Joshua Johnson of Lapeer; brothers, Pat (Charlene) Johnson of Otter Lake, Tom (Melody) Johnson of Rose City; many special friends and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.C. and Doris (Hinken) Johnson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Timothy Johnson Memorial Fund for Prostate Cancer Research. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday (February 14, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Mel Major will officiate. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funera |
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ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Toivo Katajamaki, 95, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009 at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital's Long Term Care Unit. |
Virginia R. Kelly, 90, of Port Clinton, Ohio, died Tuesday January 27, 2009 at Edgewood Manor Nursing Center. She was born March 5, 1918, in Willis, Kansas, the daughter of Francis W. and Greeta (Koger) White. |
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"JACK" Age 92, January 18, 2009. A memorial service with military honors will take place Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Grace Lutheran Church, 25630 Grand River (at Beech Daly), Redford. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Grace Lutheran Church, Lutheran Choralaires or Northville VFW Post 4012. www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com |
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67; January 25, 2009 of Rochester. Beloved husband of Sheila; loving father of Michelle (Phillip) and Charles (Jennifer). Brother of Blaine and Margaret. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Charles was a retired purchasing agent for General Motors. Memorial Saturday February 7, 11 a.m. Fillipas in Shelby Twp. Memorials may be given to Michigan Humane Society, Leader Dogs for the Blind- Rochester, or Oakland Pet Adoption Center. |
WHITFIELD LINDA CHRISTINE (Nee BURGESS) |
Age 59, January 23, 2009 of Seattle, Washington formerly of Detroit. Beloved mother of LaVerne M. and Christine H. Whitfield. Loving daughter of Rose Marie McLott and the late Garrett Burgess Jr. Dear sister to Sandra M. Goedde. Cremation has taken place in Seattle. Services at a later date. |
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Wayne C. Gross, 51, of Monroe, died Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Sinai Grace Hospital in Detroit. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 2:00PM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, 5301 East Albain Rd. |
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BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. -- Wesley Sikkila, 85, of Bruce Crossing, died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital Long-Term Unit. |
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Friends may call Saturday from 10 a.m. till time of memorial service at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. The Rev. Evans Bentley, pastor, will officiate. Rupp Funeral Home, Monroe is assisting the family. |
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