ADAMS JOSEPHINE M |
will be Sunday from 1-8 p.m. at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 3295 E. Highland Road, Highland. A rosary service will be held at the funeral home, Sunday at 7 p.m. Mrs. Adams will lie in state at church on Monday from 9 a.m. until Mass. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery. Memorial envelopes will be at the funeral home for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul or the American Heart Association. Please visit, and leave a tribute. |
AMIN KAREN ANN |
The Amin family announces, with a broken heart, the passing away of their beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, Karen Ann Amin on February 4, 2009 at her home in Lake City, Michigan. Karen was originally from the Manderfield family of Houghton, Michigan. She had a deep love of the Keweenaw Peninsula, visiting that area often when she came home from overseas. Karen received a nursing diploma from Grace Hospital in Detroit, and bachelor of arts degrees in Middle Eastern studies and Anthropology and a Master's degree in Public Health Administration from the University of Michigan. She is survived by her husband, Sam of 51 years, three sons and their spouses and seven grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations are being gratefully accepted by the Cadillac Chapter of Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements were by the Young Funeral Home. |
AWAD ELIE |
Sunday 6-8 p.m. at The Basilica of St. Mary, 18100 Merriman Rd. Trisogion 8 p.m. Funeral service Monday 10 a.m. Please leave the family a memorial message at harryjwillfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Mary's Building Fund. |
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Albertus (Al) Vander Veen, age 82, of Holland, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2009, at his home. Al was born in Holland. He retired from HJ Heinz Co in 1987. Al served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a life member of the DAV, VFW Post #2144, and the American Legion. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Pam Kammeraad, in 2004. Surviving is his wife, Donna, of 59 years; children, Eileen and Tom Wiersma of Holland and Diane and John Ybarra of Holland; son-in-law, Craig Kammeraad of Holland; seven grandchildren, Chris and Julie Wiersma, Chad Wiersma, Rhiannon and Derek Wolff, Ashley Kammeraad, Stephanie Ybarra, John Ybarra, and Myles Ybarra; eight great- grandchildren; sister, Leona Grotenhuis of Fennville; in-laws, Joann Cooper of Holland, Ken and Carol Strabbing of Fennville, and Cliff and Rose Strabbing of Fennville; several nephews, nieces, and cousins. Funeral, committal, and military services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday in the Chapel at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Rd., with  Rev. Michael Pitsenberger officiating. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. Sunday at  Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Holland. For more information and an online registry, visit www.lifestorynet.com.   |
Alexis Nichole Sunrise Encinias Friday, February 6, 2009 7:35 PM |
Alexis Nichole Sunrise Encinias, age 9, of Pioneer, Ohio died Feb. 3, 2009, at home surrounded by family and loved ones. She was born Sept. 26, 1999, in Toledo, Ohio, to Nick Encinias and Melissa Johns, of Pioneer. Alexis was currently attending North Central Schools and was in the third grade. She was a manager for the seventh and eighth-grade girls basketball team at the school. She is survived by her parents; twin brother, Logan Encinias; sister, Haylie Encinias, Pioneer and grandmother, Helen N. Wheeler, Alvordton, Ohio. Visitation will be 4-7:30 p.m. today, Saturday at Thompson Funeral Home, Pioneer with a service to follow at 7:30 p.m. Pastor Tyson Nofzinger will officiate. Interment will be in Sunset View Cemetery, Jonesville with a graveside service at 1 p.m. on Sunday. Memorials are suggested to the family. |
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. |
BELZER CHRISTINE |
10 a.m. until mass Monday at church. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts to the Salvation Army, The Cappuchin Soup Kitchen, or St. Mary's Church. St. Angela's Church parishioner and alter society member. Retired from Chatham's Supermarket. Survived by five children, Jack of Flint, Lou (Donna) of Owosso, Marilyn (Earl) Soules of Midland, Renee Lamantia of Redwood City, CA, Tom (Linda) of Denver, CO; her brother, Mike (Libby) Bove of Las Vegas, NV; seven grandchildren, Tanya Noland, Sarah Belzer, Frances Belzer, Kristina Belzer, Greg Lamantia, Carly Belzer, and Ian Belzer. She was preceded in death by parents, John and Mary Bove; husband, Frank Jack Belzer; sisters, Theresa Servidea and Philomena Solomon; and brothers, Fred Bove and John Bove. |
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BOROWY ELAINE P |
Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Wake Service at the Wasik Funeral Home, 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (N. of 22 Mile Rd.), Shelby Twp. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Isidore Church, 18201 Twenty-Three Mile Rd. (Macomb Twp.) Donations may be made to the Van Elslander Cancer Center. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at |
BRENDA MARIE HOUTHOOFD SANDUSKY Brenda Marie Houthoofd, age 51, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 30, 2009 following a one-year illness. She was born May 14, 1957 in Pigeon, Michigan, daughter of Wilmer and Helen (Vollmer) Nimtz. Brenda was a 1975 graduate of Unionville-Sebewaing Area High School. Brenda and Evan Houthoofd were united in marriage on December 11, 1976 in Sebewaing. She had been employed at the Pizza Hut Restaurant in Sandusky for 24 years before coming ill. She was a member of Life Song Church of Snover. She enjoyed crafting, cooking, gardening and loved her many animals, as well as was happiest when serving others. She was known fondly by her mother as "Sweet Pea!" Surviving are her husband, Evan of Sandusky, parents; Wilmer and Helen Numtz of Sebewaing, two sisters; Peggy (Duane) Scharich of Unionville, Lori (Rocky) Joles of Sebewaing, two brothers; Tom (Michelle) Numtz, Michael (Laura) Numtz, all of Sebewaing, special nieces; Melissa Carpenterand Heather Joles, as well as other nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. The funeral service was held at the Dinkle-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing with Pastor Mike Smith officiating. Burial was at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Sebewaing. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Family Discretionary Fund. Arrangements made by Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing. |
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Shaifer, Barbara A. (McWhorter) of London Twp., MI, 66, passed away on February 2, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital with her family by her side. |
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Betty H. Heilig 1925-2009 Betty Helen Heilig, 83, Harbor Beach and formerly of Minden City, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Saint Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw. Betty was born on April 25, 1925 in Brown City. She married Raymond John Heilig on June 7, 1949 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. He preceded her in death on February 28, 1986. She and her husband lived and farmed in the Minden City area for all of their married lives before moving to Harbor Beach. Betty attended the Del Mar Beauty School in Detroit, graduating as a licensed beautician. She owned Betty's Beauty Shop and was a beautician for 40 years in the Minden City area and Harbor Beach. She was a parishioner of Sts. Peter & Paul Church in Ruth where she was a lifelong member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Christian Mothers. She was currently a parishioner at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church in Harbor Beach. Over the years she enjoyed gardening, crafts, sewing and was unbeatable at euchre and rummy. She loved taking trips to northern Michigan. Betty was a very loving mother and grandmother, always putting others first. She will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her. She is survived by three children, Raymond (Glenda) Heilig, Sandusky, Susan Heilig, Harbor Beach and Marjorie Moorehead, Midland; three grandsons, James, Scott and David Heilig and three great grandsons, Jordon, Andrew and Avery Heilig. She was preceded in death by one brother, Edwin Bootz and one sister, Kathryn Sloan. Funeral mass was held on Thursday, January 29, 2009 at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church in Harbor Beach. Rev. William Spencer, pastor, officiated, with burial in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly. |
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Brandon O. King, age 26, of White House, Texas, formerly of Gladwin, passed away on Jan. 31, 2009, unexpectedly at his home in Texas. |
Brenda M. Houthoofd 1957-2009 Brenda Marie Houthoofd, 51, Sandusky, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 30, 2009 following a one-year illness. She was born May 14, 1957 in Pigeon, daughter of Wilmer and Helen (Vollmer) Nimtz. Brenda and Evan Houthoofd were united in marriage on December 11, 1976 in Sebewaing. She was a 1975 graduate of Unionville-Sebewaing Area High School. She had been employed at the Pizza Hut Restaurant in Sandusky for 24 years before becoming ill. Brenda was a member of Life Song Church of Snover. She enjoyed crafting, cooking, gardening and loved her many animals. She was happiest when serving others. She was known fondly by her mother as "Sweet Pea!" She is survived by her husband, Evan, Sandusky; parents, Wilmer and Helen Nimtz, Sebewaing; two sisters, Peggy (Duane) Scharich, Unionville and Lori (Rocky) Joles, Sebewaing; two brothers, Tom (Michelle) Nimtz and Michael (Laura) Nimtz, all of Sebewaing; special nieces, Melissa Carpenter and Heather Joles, as well as other nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. The funeral service was held on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at the Dinkle-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. Pastor Mike Smith officiated, with burial at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Sebewaing. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Family Discretionary Fund. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing. |
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Brian Alan Barrons, age 50, of Three Rivers, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday evening Feb. 3, 2009, at his home. He was born Feb. 16, 1958, in Elgin, Ill., a son of Lee and Winifred (Plant) Cochran. He had resided in Three Rivers for the past 1 1/2 years. Prior to moving to Three Rivers he had lived in Sturgis. Brian had been employed by Pioneer Hybrid in Constantine for the past 12 years. He was also a truck driver. Brian was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Army earning the rank of Private First Class. He was a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed riding his Yamaha 650 Venture and was also a member of several motorcycle clubs. He is survived by his wife, Vicky; two daughters, Brenda Barrons and Ayla Barrons both of Sturgis; a son, Brian Alan Barrons II of Sturgis; his mother, Winifred Cochran of Kalamazoo; four brothers, Robert (Betty) Barrons of Kalamazoo, Larry (Deb) Barrons of Kalamazoo, Kevin (Stepphanie) Barrons of Illinois and William (Judy) Barrons of Arizona; four sisters, Maryann (Tom) Keene of Kalamazoo, Rose (Val) Winnyk of New Jersey, Jennifer Barrons of Washington, D.C., and Susan Barrons of Florida; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Lee Cochran. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Sunday and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Brian Barrons will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. The Rev. James Bender of the First Baptist Church in Sturgis will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery, where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Army Honor Guard. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the family, c/o: Vicky Barrons 25119 W. Fawn River Road, Sturgis, MI 49091 or the First Baptist Church 28090 Fawn River Road, Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.Tributes.com. |
BARRONS, Brian Alan Age 50 Of Three Rivers Died Tuesday February 3, 2009 at his home. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 PM Sunday and 6:00-8:00 PM Monday at Hackman Family Funeral Homes - Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services 11:00 AM Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis where full military rites will be conferred. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the family c/o: Vicky Barrons, 25119 W. Fawn River Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091 or the First Baptist Church 28090 Fawn River Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.Tributes.com <http://www.tributes.com/>. |
Brian D. Little Fostoria Brian D. Little, 30, of Fostoria, passed away January 23, 2009 in Ripley, Miss. He was born December 31, 1978, in Pontiac. Brian was an avid outdoorsman that loved four-wheeling and motorcycles. Most of all, he enjoyed hanging out with his dog Tyson, friends and family. Brian is survived by his mother, Cindy (Robert) Hunley; father, John Little; grandparents, William (Patricia) Baldwin and Marlea Russett; siblings, Michael (Tahnia) Little, Thomas Little, Bobby Hunley; special friend, Jenny Jordan. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his infant sister, Cynthia; uncle, Leland; his grandma WaWa and grandpa Pappaw Little. Memorials in memory of Brian may be made to the charity of your choice. Funeral services were held Wednesday (February 4, 2009) at Jansen Family Funeral Home - Columbiaville. Pastor Gary Hunley officiated. Interment was in Hollenbeck Cemetery. Share |
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Brian Eugene Gillentine of Adrian, age 30, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 29, 2009. He was born Oct. 23, 1978, to Sharon and Robert Gillentine. Brian is survived by his girlfriend, Devin Pickford of Hudson; two beautiful children, Grayson, 8 months, and Alyssa, 11; his father, Robert Gillentine; two brothers, Shawn Gillentine and Robby Gillentine; a sister, Ashton Deleon; his grandmother, Geri Echler; and his aunts, uncles, and many cousins and friends, who loved him dearly.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Sharon Gillentine; grandparents, James and Ethel Smith; uncle, James Smith; and his grand­­­­father, Paul Gillentine. Brian was a loving father and a hard worker. He was an organ donor. He loved to cook, play video games, watch the Pittsburgh Steelers play and he was a great tattoo artist. Brian will be greatly missed and always loved by his family and friends. Funeral services for Brian will be held on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. James M. Yeutter officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Brian Gillentine. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Bruce R. Maat, aged 46, of Dorr Twp., passed away Thursday, February 5, 2009.  He is survived by his wife, Tammy; children, Mike, Rebecca and Jody; brother, Larry (Pam) Maat; sisters, Jan (Brian) DeKock, Patti Swanson; parents, Roger and Irene Maat; mother-in-law, Sandra Chachulski; brothers and sisters-in-law, Maryanne (Romie) Belka, Margie (Randy) Farmer, Joe (Shannon) Chachulski, Bob (Mary) Chachulski, John Chachulski; also many nieces and nephews.  Bruce was a member of Local Union 275 for 17 years.  Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 9, 2009 at the funeral home with Pastor George De Jong of Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to the family or to the charity of one’s choice.  The family will greet relatives and friends Sunday at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m. and on Monday from 11 a.m. until the time of service.  Arrangements by: Archer, Hampel & Kubiak Dorr Chapel   |
CARPENTER ROBERT E |
Peacefully February 4, 2009 Age 82 of Beverly Hills. Beloved husband of Betty. Dear father of Mary Block (Robert), Peggy Ferguson (Jim), Gloria Wilhite, Carol D'Angelo (Jim), Jean Ording (Reid) and Robert. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, two brothers and one sister. Born in Pontiac, owner of Bob Carpenter Heating and longtime resident of Southfield. Funeral service Monday 11am at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Sunday 2-7pm. Memorial tributes to Alzheimer's Association, 20300 Civic Center Dr., Ste. 100, Southfield, MI 48076 or Odyssey Hospice, 25285 W. Eleven Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48033. View obituary and share memories at: |
CECCACCI VINCENZA MARIE (NEE GENOVA) |
at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr) Sunday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday 10:30 a.m. at the Funeral Home Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial to be shared at |
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CODD KATHLEEN (NEE ANANIAN) |
Sunday 5:30-8:30 p.m. with 6 p.m. Prayers at St. Johns Armenian Church, 22001 Northwestern Highway, Southfield (248) 569-3405. In state Monday 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Funeral at Church. Family request in lieu of flowers, Memorial donations to Capuchin Soup Kitchen or Grosse Pointe Coop Nursery United Methodist Church. Arrangements entrusted to Edward Korkoian Funeral Home, (248) 541-8325. |
COPPOLA ANDREW |
2-9 p.m. Sunday with an evening Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Louise Catholic Church, 2500 12 Mile in Warren until 11:30 a.m. Mass. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
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Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. |
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Catherine F. Wightman, age 82, of Fennville, died Tuesday, February 3, 2009, at Golden Orchards Christian Living. Born Sept. 14, 1926, she was the daughter of David and Winifred (Bishop) Walsh. Catherine and her husband Albert (Bud) Wightman owned and operated Wightman Farms and Lakeshore Growers until their retirement. She was a member of the Community Church of Douglas and served many providing compassionate care to family and friends. She enjoyed the great staff and care of the Golden Orchards Christian living family for the past three years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert (Bud), on July 5, 1993. Surviving are her children, Allen and Laura Wightman of Byron Center, Brian Wightman of Grand Haven, Ross Wightman of Fennville, and Martha Wightman of Hamilton; five grandchildren; and one  great-grandson; sisters, Edna and Betty; and brother, David Walsh. The memorial service will be  at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2009 at Community Church of Douglas, with Dr. Daniel N. Miller officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Community Church of Douglas, 6780 Wiley Rd., Douglas, MI 49406. An online registry book is available at www.chappellfuneralhome.com.   |
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Caulder Mason Fields, Jr., newborn infant of Caulder and Shannon (Baker) Fields, passed away Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. In addition to his parents, Caulder is survived by his grandparents, Gary and Deb Baker of Adrian, Dwight and Susan Fields of South Lyon; great-grandparents, Chona Ferguson of Clayton, Leo and Lucy Tarver of Adrian, and Don and Sally Baker of Palm Coast, Fla.; great-great-grandmother, Mary Hall of Ottawa Lake, Ohio, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Clyde Ferguson; great-grandmother, Evelyn Hicks, and great-great-grandfather, Lynn Hall. Cremation has taken place. There will be no public services. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
Charlene A. Reed, 62, of LaSalle, formerly of Temperance, died Tuesday in Naples Community Hospital, Naples, Fla. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. |
Charlene E. Hatcher, 81, of Monroe died at 10:15 p.m. Wednesday at Fountain View of Monroe. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home where services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday. Rev. |
Charlene Reed (Sigurdson), of LaSalle, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2009. She died on a sunny afternoon in Naples, Florida while there on vacation one day after enduring a complicated but necessary heart surgery. |
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Charles Dosier, 86, of Coldwater, died Friday, Feb. 6, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are peding at Dutcher Funeral Home and will be announced as soon as they become available. |
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DANIEL ZELMA E (NEE WHITE) |
at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 West Twelve Mile Road (two blocks west of Woodward Avenue) in Berkley, 3-8 p.m. Sunday. She will lie in state at Grace Baptist Church, 280 E. Lincoln St. (14 ½ Mile Rd) Birmingham, Monday from 12 noon until time of funeral at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Boys and Girls Bible Clubs, 21122 Indian St,. Southfield, Michigan 48033-3579. Share your memories at |
DAVIDSON EARL ISRAEL |
Dearest husband of Silvia. Loving father of Elliot Segal. Dear grandfather of Rachel Segal. Dear brother of the late Sam and Mary Davidson, the late Alex Davidson, the late Lee and Allan Stone and the late Belle and Max Diller. Dear brother-in-law of Joseph (Sharon) Cohen. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Graveside services Sunday 2:00 p.m. at Beth Abraham Cemetery. Arrangements by HEBREW MEMORIAL CHAPEL, (248) 543-1622. |
DAVIS PASTOR ANANIAS |
Detroit Beloved Pastor Reverend Ananias Davis made his transition February 5, 2009. Reverend Davis pastored Welcome Baptist Church for over 43 years and was 92 years old at his time of death. Homegoing Services are incomplete, for info contact Swanson Funeral Homes, (313)923-1122. |
DONA WOHLGEMUTH SANDUSKY Dona Wohlgemuth, age 81, passed away on January 27, 2009. She is the beloved wife of the late Otto. Dona is the dear mother of Daniel (Carolyn), Elizabeth (Ray) Barr and the late Michael, loving grandmother of Lisa (Johnathan) Lancaster and loving great-grandmother of Joshua and Chelsea and loving sister of Leonard Coker. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends. Memorial service and burial to be held in Sandusky/Marlette in the spring. Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children s Hospital. |
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Daniel Scott Cummings,  age 48, died February 5, 2009, of complications from cancer. Dan was born September 16, 1960, in Athens, GA, to Bradley and Patricia Cummings and was the older of two children. Dan was a minister of the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ and faithfully served Five Points Community Church as its senior pastor since 1997. He had previously pastored in Hudsonville, MI, for 10 years.  Dan is survived by his wife, Lonette; a daughter, Sara; and two sons, Benjamin and Bradan. He is further survived by his father, Bradley; brother, Peter; and grandmother, Esther Bouman. Viewing will be on Sunday, February 8, 2009 at Five Points Community Church, 2-5 p.m. and 6-9 p.m.  The funeral service will be  11:00 a.m. Monday at  Five Points Community Church, 3411 E. Walton Blvd, Auburn Hills, MI  48326, (248) 373-1381. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Pixley Funeral Home-Davis  Chapel, 3530 Auburn Road in Auburn Hills. Memorials may be made to: Five Points Community Church: Dan Cummings Memorial Fund.   |
David F. Seurynck 1952-2009 David F. Seurynck, 56, Alberta, Ala., formerly of Gagetown, passed away January 23, 2009 at his residence. He was born in Cass City on February 18, 1952, the son of Ila and the late Leo Seurynck. Dave was a dear friend to all who knew him. He enjoyed sports and hanging out with his buddies. After he left farming, he had a career in construction and spent several years living and working in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Currently he was living in Alberta, Ala., where he was self-employed. His death brings great sadness to his family and to all who knew him. He will be deeply missed. He is survived by his mother, Ila Seurynck; his family, Al (Lori) Seurynck, Jeannie (Clare) Comment, Marylee Houghton, Shelly (John) Donaldson, Ruth Cummings and Gary Cummings; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and a step-daughter, Stephanie Anderson. He was preceded in death by his father, Leo and a niece Jeannie Murphy. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at St. Agatha Catholic Church, Gagetown. Rev. Steve Filion and Sr. Dorothy Ann Blasko officiated. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the St. Agatha Food Pantry. Arrangements were handled by the Unionville Funeral Chapel, Unionville. |
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David Malcolm Forbes, 68, passed away Jan. 29, 2009, at his home in Litchfield. David was born in Beckenham, England, June 14, 1940, to Doris (Akers) and Richard Forbes. He was formerly an advertising executive, an apartment manager, and an artist. Surviving are his wife, Patricia (Ferry) of Litchfield; brother, John (Brenda); sisters, Valerie Hill, Pauline Forbes, Jeanne (Victor) Mollo, Jacqueline (Daniel) Keown; sons, Daniel and Dominic (Vicky) Forbes; daughter, Claire (Michael) King; and four grandchildren, Samuel, Stephen, Laura, and Katie King, all residing in England. David was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Brian; a sister, Betty Balment, and a nephew, Ian Hills. David willed his body to Science Care Anatomical. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospitality House of S.W. Michigan, or Hospice of Hillsdale County.   |
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Delores Mae Petrangelo, age 79, of Monroe passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2009, at Clare Bridge of Monroe; she had been in declining health for about 1 year.Delores was born on July 31, 1929 to the late Irving and Anna (Kregel) Sortor. |
Dennis L. Valasek, age 57 years, of Petersburg, MI died Tuesday, February 3, 2009, in his home. Born Sept. 7, 1951, in Toledo, OH, he was the son of Frank and Collette (Lammers) Valasek. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Donald K. Pohjola, 69, of 130 W. Pewabic St., Ironwood, died Friday morning, Feb. 6, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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Donna Hill, 58, of East Jordan, died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
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Doris J. Meyer, age 91, of Bronson, passed peacefully into the Lord’s Care on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009 at her home following several years of ill health. She was born June 24, 1917 in Leonidas, daughter of Loyd and Elda (Hagelgans) Outman and graduated from Colon High School in 1936. She briefly attended the Nichols Hospital Nursing Program in Battle Creek and spent her early adult years helping with the care of her younger siblings in a family of nine children in Leonidas. She moved to Bronson to serve as a housekeeper and lady’s companion to Mrs. Clint Powley. There, she met Ralph D. Meyer, whom she married on Nov. 21, 1941. Together they built their home and raised their two children in Bronson. Ralph died in 1994. Doris was a loving and dedicated home maker and mother, active in the Girl and Boy Scouts in earlier years and later working at the former Douglas Manufacturing Company (now Douglas Autotech) alongside her dear friend and long time neighbor Elberta Kolassa. Doris was a caregiver at heart and served as an active volunteer for 15 years as a member of the Branch County Community Health Center Auxiliary, contributing over 3,000 hours of service. She enjoyed traveling, photography, handcrafting, walking, biking and bird watching. Most of all, she cherished time spent with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren. For many years, she had attended the Pleasant Hill Missionary Church.                   Surviving are her daughter Linda Lance of Bronson; two granddaughters and their husbands, Michelle Meyer Essenberg and her husband Doug of Middleville and Melinda Pairitz and her husband Eric of Elkhart, Ind.; five great grandchildren, MacKenzie Pairitz, Megan Pairitz, Ryan Pairitz, Ellie Essenberg and Cecelia Essenberg; three brothers, Wayne (Carol) Outman of Mendon, Lyle Outman and Stanley (Betty) Outman, all of Leonidas; her daughter-in-law, Jessie Meyer of South Bend, Ind.; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Randall (Libbie) Meyer of Bronson, Ruth Meyer of Bronson, Rhea Meyer Savchuk of Ligonier, Ind. and Robert (Beth) Meyer of Cleveland, Ohio and her cherished friend, Vera Hurd of Bronson along with many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, her loving husband of 53 years, Ralph Meyer in 1994, her son Lynn Meyer in 2007 and brothers Harold Outman, Leon Outman and LeRoy Outman. Funeral services will be held at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009 at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson with Rev. Don Matteson officiating. Interment will follow in Matteson Twp. Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service at noon. Memorial Donations are suggested to the CHC Foundation for either the Auxiliary or Hospice, to Pleasant Hill Church Building Fund or to Branch County Commission On Aging. Obituary is also at www.kolcz.com, where private messages may be left for the family. |
Michalsky, Dorothy E. Bay City, Michigan Died February 3, 2009. The complete obituary will be in Saturday's paper. |
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WAKEFIELD -- Dorothy Zawislak, 70, a resident of the Keen Ager Adult Foster Care Home in Wakefield for many years, died Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minn. |
Dr. Ivan Vere Schultz, D.D.S., age 78 of Dundee died Thursday night, Feb. 5, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor after becoming ill at home. |
EDNA ROSANNA VATTER SANDUSKY Edna Rosanna Vatter, age 94, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at the Marlette Hospice Residence. She was born on May 12, 1914 in Snover, Michigan. She is the daughter of the late Edwin and Rosanna (Richards) Hill. Edna married Donald Nicholas Vatter on March 5, 1932 in Snover. He passed away July 17, 1982. Edna was a member of the Countryside Free Methodist Church. She was a nurses aide for many years at the Sandusky Hospital. She lived with and was lovingly cared for by Tom and Nancy Miller of Brown City for eight and one half years. She is survived by three daughters; Jeanette McLeish of North Carolina, Ruth Ann (Harry) Walker of Sandusky, Karen (Don) Innes of North Carolina, 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by six sisters; Mary Clark, Lila Padden, Ada Waun, Jennie Armstead, Myrtle Kramp, and Carrie Snell, four brothers; Walter, Orville, Clark and Milo Hill, one son-in-law, Earl McLeish. Memorial services will be at the Countryside Free Methodist Church sometime in May. Interment: Christian Memorial Cultural Center, Peck. Memorials may be made to Countryside Free Methodist Church or Marlette Hospice. Arrangements by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. |
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Miller, Edna L. Thomas Twp., Michigan Passed away early Thursday, February 05, 2009. Age 88 years. Complete obituary will be in the Sunday edition. Funeral Liturgy will take place 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 9, 2009, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1035 N. River Road. Her family will receive friends at the W.L. Case & Company Funeral Chapel, 201 N. Miller Road, from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, and then at the church on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the American Heart Association Greater Midwest Affiliate or Holy Spirit Catholic Church. www.casefuneralhome.com |
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Elmer F. Susalla 1920-2009 Elmer F. Susalla, 88, Harbor Beach, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at Port Huron Hospital. He was born on August 3, 1920 in Parisville to the late Alois and Lucy (Kucharczyk) Susalla. Elmer and Susan Warchuck were united in marriage in Ubly, on April 26, 1940. She preceded him in death on September 28, 2002. Elmer retired from Circle Engineering in Sterling Heights, working as a Tool & Die grinder. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church of Helena. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Elmer also attended Al's Restaurant with his lunch group for many years. He is survived by his son, Dennis (Kim) Susalla, Sterling Heights; son-in-law, Richard Typinski, Shelby Township; sister, Virginia (Melvin) Leppek, Ubly and three grandchildren, Alex Susalla, Susan Typinski and Rick Typinski. He was preceded in death by his wife, Susan; sons, Elmer and Melvin Susalla; daughter, Shirley Typinski and a sister, Marian Klavon and her husband, Robert. Funeral mass was held on Friday, January 30, 2009 in St. Anthony's Catholic Church of Helena. Fr. Peter Nwokoye officiated, with burial taking place in St. Mary's Church Cemetery in Parisville. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Esther Boer, age 92, of Zeeland, went to be with her Lord Thursday, February 5, 2009, at an area care center.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer, in 2003; and a daughter, Ruth, in 1990. Esther was a member of First Reformed Church in Zeeland.  She is survived by her children, Barbara and Ken Vander Heide of Grandville, Lois and Jim Taylor of East Jordon; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 9, at First Reformed Church, 148 E. Central Ave., Zeeland with Rev. Tom Grabill officiating.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.  Visitation will be 2-4 Sunday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.  Memorial contributions may be given to First Reformed Church Music Fund or Cambridge Manor Assisted Living.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.   |
FINE PHILIP |
Beloved husband of Phyllis Fine. Dear father of Bernie (Ellen) Fine and Liz Cassab. Loving grandfather of Stephanie, Michelle, Andrea and Justin Cassab, Alex and Jennifer Fine. Also survived by Phyllis's children Robert (Carol) Fleming and Gregory and Paula Fleming, their children, Marina, Robbie, Greg and Trent. SERVICES 1 PM SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY DAVIDSON-HERMELIN CHAPEL. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. |
Frank J. Pieper, Jr. |
Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
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Fred N. Kuipers, age 82, of Holland, died Thursday, February 5, 2009, at his home.  He was born March 9, 1926 in Muskegon to Henry and Sylvia (Royle) Kuipers.  Fred was a 1944 graduate of Muskegon High School and served in the Air Force during World War II.  He married the former Betty Helton on August 20, 1949.  Fred was employed as the terminal manager at Holland Motor Express in Muskegon and came to Holland in 1961 to work in sales.  He retired in 1994 after 48 years of service.  Fred was a member of the Central Wesleyan Church and a member of the choir.  He was a member of the Holland Lions Club, a little league coach, a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, Holland Rescue Mission and a tutor for Kids Hope.  He was named tutor of the year in 2007.  Fred wrote poetry for the Holland Sentinel on Christmas, Easter and Thanksgiving.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing with his family.  Fred is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty; sons, Steve and Deb Kuipers, Randy and Linda Kuipers, Bradley and Laure Kuipers, all of Holland; grandchildren, Todd, Stacey, Jennifer, Chad, Jeff, Jessica, Matt, Brett, Katy, Jen, Bruce, Daniel, Mason,Clayton Kuipers; great-grandchildren, Tanner, Brooklin, Raelin, Devin, Alec, Kirstin, Riley and Brendin Kuipers; a sister, Shirley Vasser of Las Vegas; a brother, Henry and Judy Kuipers of Hart, MI.  Fred was preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Ashlin Faith Kuipers.  The family will receive friends from 4-7 p.m. Sunday at the Northwood Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave, Holland.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday at the Central Wesleyan Church, Chapel, 446 W. 40th St. Holland.  Memorials may be given to the Holland Rescue Mission or the Hospice of Holland.  Please visit www.lifestorynet .com   to leave a memory for the family or sign a guest register.     |
GHERARDINI ANITA |
Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield (N. of 15 Mile). Rosary Sunday 7 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at |
GOEDDEKE GLORIA CLARE (Nee SCHIABLE) |
Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-7 p.m. with a 5 p.m. Scripture Service at the Arthur J. Van Lerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper, St. Clair Shores (btw. 12 and 13 Mile Rd.). In state Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Louis the King Catholic Church with Mass at 10 a.m. |
GOODWIN JEFFREY DAVID |
Age 62, January 29, 2009. Loving dad of Stacey Goodwin, Betsy (Patrick) Smith, Victoria Goodwin and Cody Goodwin. Proud grandpa of Kallie and Max. Dear son of the late William F. and the late Bertha. Best brother of Bill (Barb) Goodwin and Jane (Art) Fleming. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many loving friends. Memorial gathering Sunday, February 8, from 2-6 p.m. at Highland Senior Center, 209 N. John St. (near M-59 and Milford Rd.) Highland. Arrangements by Generations Funeral & Cremation Services 248-426-9200. |
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Gail P. Garver, 70, passed away at her home in Gladwin on Jan. 27, 2009. |
George Lynwood Johnston Lapeer George Lynwood Johnston, 73, of Lapeer (formerly of Berkley and New Hudson) passed away Sunday (February 1, 2009). He was born July 12, 1935, in Almont, to Edwin and Hazel (Scherf) Johnston. He married Charlene King. George graduated from Lapeer High School, class of 1954. He served in the National Guard. He owned and operated a wallpapering business and worked in the Detroit Metropolitan area for years. He is survived by his children, Kelly Johnston of Canton, Mich., Steve (Leslie) Johnston of Alexandria, Va., Sam Johnston of Kalamazoo, Bram Johnston of Kalamazoo; mother, Hazel Johnston of Fostoria; sisters, Darlene (Lawrence) Stine of North Branch, Marilyn (Steve) Balabon of Fostoria. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene Johnston in 1977; father, Edwin August Johnston in 1990. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral services were held Wednesday (February 4, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral H |
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BEREA, Ky. -- Glen Hawley "Joe" Carlson, 70, of Berea, and a former Ironwood, Mich., resident, died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, from injuries sustained in an automobile-motorcycle accident on Nov. 1, 2008, in Berea. |
• Viola D. Grams, 94, of Ludington, died Feb. 3. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
HASIAK ANNA |
Sunday 3-9 p.m. at the Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren. |
HAUPT RICHARD |
at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Sunday 1 p.m. until sharing of memories at 4 p.m. Memorials appreciated to the Parkinson Foundation or William Beaumont Hospice. Obituary and condolences at |
HOGGE ROBERT R |
Saturday 6-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W Ann Arbor Rd (between Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. Funeral service Monday 11 a.m. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be to Disabled American Veterans or the Salvation Army. To share memories please visit |
HUGHEY BARBARA ANN |
February 5, 2009. Age 64. Loving mother of Clyde (girlfriend Jaime Wiegand). Devoted grandmother of Steve and Rachel. Also survived by her longtime companion H. Hildreth Buterbaugh and the mother of her grandchildren, Linda Kroll. Funeral service Monday 12 noon at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (between 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Sunday 2-8 p.m. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery. Memorial tributes to The American Cancer Society, 18505 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48076 or Habitat for Humanity, 150 Osmun St., Pontiac, MI 48342. View obituary and share memories at |
Harold "Bud" Knuth, Jr. Dryden Harold "Bud" Knuth, Jr., 79, of Dryden, passed away Sunday (February 1, 2009). He was born July 29, 1929, in Detroit, to Harold and Christine (Cooper) Knuth. He married Mary Kay Werthmann on February 12, 1955 at St. Matthew's in Detroit. Bud graduated from Denby High School in Detroit, class of 1949. He attended college and earned his Associate's Degree. Bud served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He worked as an automotive engineer for many years, most recently working for Howell Engineering and Riverside Engineering. Bud also worked at Chamberlain Realty, selling real estate for many years. He was a champion chess player and loved boating, fishing and bowling. He was a longtime member of the Bay View Yacht Club and a 30-year member of the CPC (Citizens Probation Council). He is survived by his wife, Mary Kay Knuth of Dryden; children, Eric (Donna) Knuth of Florida, Glen (Sandy) Knuth of Lapeer, Karen Buckner of Dry |
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Helen F. Sontag |
Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
Helen Jane (Topps) Leppien 1925-2009 Helen Jane (Topps) Leppien, 83, Chandler, Ariz. went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 21, 2009. She was born on January 28, 1925, in Clare, daughter of Anna (Gamble) and Charles Topps. Helen was raised in Saginaw, Michigan where she graduated from Arthur Hill High School. On March 16, 1945 she was united in marriage to Karl J. Leppien, her junior high sweetheart. They were married for 63 years and together they raised two children. Helen worked as a bookkeeper and homemaker. Helen and Karl moved from Saginaw to Pigeon in 1957 where they resided until moving to Alma in 1979. In 1992, Karl retired and they moved to Arizona to be closer to their children and grandchildren. She was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church in Saginaw, Cross Lutheran Church in Pigeon, Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa, Ariz. and Sun Lakes United Methodist Church in Arizona. She was also active in the Pigeon Women's Club and loved to support and entertain young people. She is survived by her husband, Karl, Chandler, Ariz.; daughter, Marianne Leppien-Oleson, Chandler, Ariz.; son, Raymond (Kelly) Leppien, Tempe, Ariz.; granddaughters, Jennifer Oleson, Chandler, Ariz. and (Anna) Clarisse Leppien, Tempe, Ariz.; grandsons, Parker Leppien, Columbia, Missouri and David Oleson II, Las Vegas, Nev. She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters. A graveside service was held on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, at the Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery, Chandler, Ariz. in celebration of her new birth to her eternal home. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to any of the following: Corona del Sol High School, Choir or Theater Departments, 1001 E. Knox Rd., Tempe, AZ 85284; Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2745 N. 32nd St., Mesa, AZ 85213; CHW Foundation East Valley for Chandler Regional Medical Center, 1727 West Frye Road, Suite 230, Chandler, AZ 85224 Arrangements were handled by the Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery, Chandler Ariz. |
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Helen Ruth Mayo, 85, of Litchfield, passed away on Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at Spring Arbor Assisted Living Center in Spring Arbor. She was born April 5, 1923, in Adrian to William R. and Mildred (Torrey) Green. Helen married Bertrand Mayo on Nov. 10, 1946. He preceded her in death in 1971. She attended Litchfield Schools, University of Grand Rapids and University of Michigan. Helen worked as a pharmacist and was a member of the Litchfield United Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing. Her survivors include a brother, Homer Green and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Alice Green. Funeral services will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Litchfield United Methodist Church. Arrangements are by the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield. |
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Hoy D. Betts, 83, of Sun City, Ariz., died Jan. 16, 2009, at his home. He is survived by his wife, Donna; daughters, Cheri Stephenson and Linda Howard; grandchildren, Bo and Holly Howard and sister, Ila Merillat. Cards may be sent to Donna Betts, 12415 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ 85351. |
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Hugo P. Bagozzi, 86, passed away Feb. 1, 2009, at Oakwood Hospital. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Irene T. Hool 1925-2009 Irene T. Hool, 83, Bad Axe, formerly of Tallahassee, Fla., passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at her home in Bad Axe, while under hospice care. She was born March 8, 1925 on the family farm near Owendale, daughter of the late Nicholas and Catherine (Welther) Tabar. She was valedictorian of the Owendale-Gagetown High School class of 1943. Irene was employed in Detroit offices of Fisher Body Div. of GM working on the P-75 and B-29 airplanes. She was married to Howard C. Hool by Rev. Bernthal at Epiphany Lutheran Church, Highland Park on January 26, 1946. They shared over 55 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on May 28, 2001. Irene was also employed for years with the State of Michigan, MESC offices in Bay City and Caro. She and Howard owned and operated numerous business enterprises together. They owned North Grove Inn, Caro; Wagon Wheel Inn, Kinde; Fisher & Hool Construction Co., Kinde; Rite Way Construction Inc. and HP Construction Co. Inc., Treasure Island, Fla.; the Carousel Motel, Redington Beach, Fla.; Windjammer Motel, Treasurer Island, Fla. and various rental properties in Madiera Beach, Fla.. She also was a Florida licensed real estate broker and owned and operated Lai Rene Realty Inc, Gulfport, Fla. As a licensed pilot she and Howard spent many hours flying their airplane to Las Vegas, California, Canada and between Bad Axe and Florida. In 1976 they visited her father's birthplace in Hatzfeld, Austria-Hungary and maternal grandparents' birthplace in Transylvania. Their retirement years were spent between Madiera Beach, Fla. and Caseville. She finally returned to Michigan in 2004. She enjoyed reading and playing cards. She joined the Duplicate Bridge Clubs in Tallahassee, becoming a member of American Contract Bridge League and earning a number of master points. She enjoyed playing with the bridge players in the Thumb. She is survived by two loving daughters, Lynette Hahn and special friend, Robert Prange Sr., Bad Axe and Loretta (Abe) Alexander, Tallahassee, Fla,; two granddaughters, Sherri Hahn and special friend, Kevin Desjarlais, Westland and Kimberly (James) Yaroch, Sebewaing; two great-granddaughters, Kayla Yaroch, Bad Axe and Chambray Yaroch, Sebewaing; one sister, Esther Gartner, Warren; two brothers, Ralph Tabar, Owendale and Harold (Theresa) Tabar, Ocala, Fla. and numerous brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Howard Hahn; brother, Lon Tabar; two sisters-in-law, Mamie Tabar and Dorothy Tabar; brothers-in-law, Victor Gartner, Kenneth, Lawrence and Floyd Hool; sister-in-law, Evelyn Borodychuk; ex-son-in-law, William Hahn . As per Irene's wishes, there will be no visitation. A graveside committal service will take place later this spring at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Sebewaing. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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Longtime Monroe resident and businessman James IE Ilgenfritz II died Feb. 1 in Englewood, N.J. He was 76.An avid arborist, Mr. Ilgenfritz was the fourth generation of his family to own and operate a nursery in Monroe. |
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James M. Schindler, 523, of 603 N. Jackson St., Auburn, Ind., died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at his home, after an extended illness. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Light and Life Wesleyan Church in Three Rivers, with Pastor Sam Maddox officiating. Cremation has taken place. Burial will follow the services at White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Evnelopes are available at Farrand FuneralHome in White Pigeon.   |
James R. Duff, 74, died Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, at his home in Jordan Township, Antrim County. |
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Janet E. Trennepohl, age 62, of Sturgis, Mich., loving mother of five children, passed away Monday evening, Feb. 2, 2009, at Three Rivers Health in Three Rivers. She was born July 30, 1946, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Paul and Evelyn (Middaugh) Groff. Janet was a lifelong Sturgis resident, a homemaker and a stay-at-home mom. She enjoyed gardening and camping, but what made her the happiest and what she was most proud of was the love she had for her children. Her love was never-ending. She is survived by a daughter, Amy Trennepohl; four sons, Brad Groff, Chuck Trennepohl, Jason Trennepohl and Scott Trennepohl; five grandchildren; two sisters, Sharon (James) Stutts of Arizona and Diana Rivera of Sturgis; two brothers, Ron (Debbie) Groff of Howe, Ind., and Michael (Rhonda) Groff of Sturgis; and several nieces and nephews. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. No services are planned at this time. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is handling the arrangements. Memorial donations to help with expenses would be appreciated c/o: Hackman Family Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 9, Sturgis, MI 49091. Her obituary is also at www.Tributes.com. |
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Jason Geerlings, 85, of Zeeland, died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Third Christian Reformed Church. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery. www.yntemafh.com |
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Jeanne A. Lang, 59, passed away Jan. 28, 2009, in Gladwin. |
John "Mickey" Loeser 1939-2009 John "Mickey" Loeser, 69, Port Hope, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at his home. He was born on August 30, 1939 to the late Earl & Zetta (Foley) Loeser. Mickey and Judith Ann St. Germaine were united in marriage on October 6, 1962 in Detroit. Mickey was a former member of the Harbor Beach Lions Club and a member of the National Rifle Association. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and any kind of sportsmanship. He is survived by his wife, Judy, Port Hope; four daughters, Debra Loeser, Troy, Tracy (Al) Arnold, Rochester Hills, Dawn (Dean) Snider, Lake Orion and Lynne (Paul) Krupp, Lapeer; a sister, Carole (Tom) Stankebich, Fenton; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 31, 2009 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Inc. of Harbor Beach, with Fr. William Spencer officiating. Cremation took place at Sunset Valley Crematory of Bay City. Memorials may be given to the Harbor Beach Hospital Foundation. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Jon D. Green, age 70, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009. Funeral services for Jon will be held Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will be in Fairfield Cemetery.  Visitation will be held on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Joyce Elaine Howell died at the Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital in Phenix City, Ala. Jan. 28, 2009. She was born Joyce Roberts in Charlotte, Mich., on Jan. 3, 1935. Mrs. Howell was a registered nurse in Michigan and a housewife, raising her three sons. Her husband, Marvin E. Howell, preceded her in death. Survivors include her brother, Neil Roberts of Biloxi, Miss.; a sister, Jeanette Gordon of Bellflower, Calif.; three sons, Timothy R. Howell of Bay City, Mich., John M. Howell of Kennesaw, Ga., and James E. Howell of Crane, Mo.; four grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and countless friends. Howell’s body, per her request, was donated to science and was given to the University of Alabama. In lieu of flowers, donations in Howell’s memory may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Bainbridge for its mission work. Memorial services for Joyce Elaine Howell will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21 at the First Presbyterian Church in Bainbridge, with the Rev. Dr. Jerry Little officiating. A luncheon for the family will be held at the church at 12:30 p.m. before the service. |
Judith M. Wise, 67, passed away on Jan. 27, 2009, in Midland. She was born on Aug. 14, 1941, in Saginaw to Sam and Betty (Emeott) Soriteu. |
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KLOTZ BETTY J |
Age 70. February 6, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Gerald. Loving mother of Leslie (the late Thomas) Sosnowski, Alison (Mark) Davis, and Martin. Proud grandmother of Alexander, Jonathan, Lucas, Abigail, Sophia, and Josephine. Dearest daughter of the late Walter (the late Sophie) Krasowski. Dear sister of Raymond (Rita) Krasowski. Funeral Monday, in state 10 a.m. at St. Ronald Church, 17701 15 Mile Rd. (between Kelly and Garfield) until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
KNOTH JAMES |
at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 43300 Garfield (N. of 19 Mile Rd.), Sunday from 2-9 p.m. Rosary Sunday 7 p.m. Funeral Service Monday 11:00 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Share your thoughts and memories at: |
Kenneth quot;Kenny quot; Bishop, age 74 years, of Bitely, MI and formerly of Luna Pier, MI, died Monday, February 02, 2009, at Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI. Born Sept. |
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Kenneth A. Reinbold, age 85, of Mendon, Mich., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.  The family will receive friends from 2-4  p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the New Life Assembly of God Church, 204 N. Blackstone Ave., Colon. Burial in be in Boughton Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to the Three Rivers Health Hospice. A complete obituary and register are at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
REINBOLD, Kenneth Age 85 Of Mendon Kenneth went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM on Sunday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. Funeral services will be 11AM Monday, Feb. 9, 2009 at the New Life Assembly of God Church, 204 N. Blackstone Ave., Colon, MI. Burial in be in Boughton Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Three Rivers Health Hospice. A complete obituary and register are at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com |
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Kristen Jan Witt, age 58, of Adrian passed away Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, at her home. She was born April 23, 1950, in Lansing to Donn and Loretta (Sharp) Cranor. Kristen currently owned and operated the West Maumee Trading Company in Adrian. She was an avid gardener, and enjoyed reading and antiquing. Kristen was a loving mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed. Kristen is survived by her father, Donn Cranor and his wife, Nancy, of Blissfield; her fiancé, John Mulvene of Adrian; three daughters, Regina Livesay of Hermosa Beach, Calif., Molly Witt of Blissfield and Heather Witt of Columbus, Ohio; two brothers, Kim Cranor and his wife, Loraine, of Chelsea and Kyle Cranor and his wife, Pat, of Blissfield; one granddaughter, Hannah Hinckley of Blissfield; one niece, Brooke Cranor, and a nephew, Korey Cranor. She was preceded in death by her mother, Loretta Anderson, and her granddaughter, Olivia. Funeral services for Kristen will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Bob Bidwell officiating. Cremation will follow the services. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bell Lab at Blissfield Elementary School. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
ADRIAN - Kristen Jan Witt, age 58, of Adrian passed away Monday, February 2, 2009 at her home. She was born April 23, 1950 in Lansing to Donn and Loretta (Sharp) Cranor. Kristen currently owned and operated the West Maumee Trading Company in Adrian. |
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Age 72, February 5, 2009. Beloved wife of ROBERT R. LAHTI. Loving mother of Lori (Joseph) Alioa and Gary (Stacy) Lahti. Cherished grandmother of Bryan, Nicholas, Brooke and Brendan. Dear sister of the late Lillian Paulson. Memorial service 12 noon Monday, February 9, 2009 at: Finnish Center Association 35200 W. 8 Mile Road, Farmington Hills. Family to receive friends from 11 a.m. until 12 noon service. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Finnish Center Association or the charity of your choice. www.Thayer-Rock.com |
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Age 78, February 5, 2009 of Grosse Ile. Beloved wife of Herman George. Loving mother of Jude and Andrew. Dearest grandmother of Jay and Jonathon, and great grandmother of Reann and Nathan. Dear sister of Sr. Barbara Borkowski. In state Saturday 6-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the Trenton Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 3200 West Rd., Trenton and Monday 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 21599 Parke Lane, Grosse Ile until time of Mass 10 a.m. Wake service Sunday 4:30 p.m. Entombment Michigan Memorial Park. Please visit on line guest book at |
LANGAN SHERRIE ANN (NEE KITCHEN) |
Sunday 2-8 pm. Memorial Service Monday 11 a.m at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Please share memories with the family at their "On line Guestbook" at |
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Age 59 of Florida, formerly of Wolverine Lake died February 3, 2009 after a long illness. Beloved husband of Sherron. Dear son of Florence Lis. Brother of Randy (Donna). Uncle of Jennifer, Tori and R.J. Preceded in death by his father, Stanley, and his sisters Susan and Barbara. He will be missed by many relatives. Burial at National Cemetery in Florida. Funeral Mass from St. William Catholic Church, Walled Lake Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 11a.m. Condolences at www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com |
LORRAINE (STUDAKER) CRABTREE INDIANA Lorraine Crabtree, age 78, of Lebanon, Indiana, formerly of Croswell, Michigan died at 1:45 am Tuesday, January 20, 2009, after a short illness at Mulberry Health and Retirement Community. She was born April 26, 1930 in Croswell, Michigan to Fred and Betty (Miller) Studaker. She married Robert Crabtree on February 23, 1951. He preceded her in death on August 16, 2000. Lorraine retired on April 28, 1995 from Federal Mogul and was a member of the UAW since 1949. Surviving are three sons; Duane (Lynn) of Frankfort, Indiana, David of Kirklin, Indiana, Dale Crabtree of Lebanon, Indiana, one daughter; Sharon Bell of Mechanicsburg, Indiana, daughter-in-law; Sheryl Crabtree of Frankfort, Indiana, and one sister; Belva Kanaby of Croswell, Michigan, 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Dennis Crabtree. Funeral Services were held at the Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort, Indiana. Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Indiana. |
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LaCAPRARA GIOVANNA |
Age 88, February 6, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Nicola. Dearest mother of Anthony (Mary Ann), Anna, Nick and Joseph. Loving grandmother of Joseph, Lisa, Nicholas, Salvatore, Joseph, Pasquale, Veronica, Nicola, Andrea, Lauren and 12 great-grandchildren. Dear sister-in-law of Domenico (Angela). Family will receive friends Sunday 1-8 p.m. with 6:30 p.m. Rosary at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren (3 blocks east of Beech Daly) Dearborn Heights. In state Monday 11 a.m. at Church of the Divine Child until 11:30 a.m. Mass. |
Laura M. Slaughterbeck, 82, of Temperance died Friday in her home. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Lawrence C. Londo, 89, a longtime resident of Wakefield, passed away Tuesday morning, Feb. 3, 2009, in Wakefield and joined his beloved wife, Catherine, to be with the Lord. |
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Mrs. Ted (Lorna) Masters, age 67, of Battle Creek, went to be with her Lord on Friday, February 6, 2009, at her home.  Lorna was a member of Family Altar Church and a former member of Central Wesleyan Church in Holland serving in women’s ministries.  Lorna and her husband owned and operated M-140 Auto Parts in South Haven.   They served as missionaries in South Dakota, Haiti, and Brazil.  Her passion was to serve the Lord, family and friends as well as having the gift of hospitality.  She is sadly missed.  She is survived by her husband, Ted, of 44 years;  children, Beverly and R.J. Riedel of Battle Creek, Sue and Dave Vander Heide of Holland, Keith and Ellen Masters of Battle Creek; grandchildren, Joe, Nicole, Erin, Josh, Cobi, Tori; brothers and sister, Dennis and Polly Richter,  Mike Fox, Gary Fox, Harry and Bobbi Perry, Randy Perry, Carolyn Hill;  sister-in-law, Mrs. Raymond (Carol) Perry; several nephews, nieces and cousins. The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 9, 2009 at Family Altar Chapel, 14844  6 1⁄2 Mile Road, Battle Creek. Pastor Travis Davis will be officiating.  Burial will be in Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens.  Visitation will be 3:00-5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland and from 10:00–11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 9, 2009 at Family Altar Chapel.  Memorial contributions may be given to Family Altar Chapel.  A website is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com for those who cannot attend services.       |
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Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Lucy M. Mezzano, 86, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, passed away peacefully Monday evening, Feb. 2, 2009, in Wakefield, with her loving family at her side. |
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Lynne Jane Dawson, 59, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, at the Arbor Hospice, Ann Arbor.  Lynne was born July 22, 1949, in Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich., the middle child of Christian and Virginia (Ralph) Reinhardt. On June 8, 1996, Lynne married Dr. Michael Dawson of Adrian in Bloomfield Hills, Mich.  She was a graduate of the University of Michigan, where she was a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. Prior to her marriage she was a real estate agent in the Detroit area. Lynne was a member of P.E.O, the Adrian Garden Club and Alpha Omega Club where she served as treasurer. First in Lynne’s life was family. She also loved crafts, her home, and her St. Bernards, Sasha and Barkley.  She did everything with class and touched everyone with her gentle spirit. She is survived by her loving husband, Mike; two wonderful sons, from a previous marriage, Jonathan (Jaclyn) Nicols of Ann Arbor and Jay Nicols of Royal Oak; her mother, Virginia Reinhardt; an older brother, Chris (Robolyn) Reinhardt, and a younger sister, Amy (Scott) Cameron. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews, and many dear and loving friends, including Pam Threet and Cindi Gray who accompanied Lynne to many appointments. She was preceded in death by her father, Christian Reinhardt.  A memorial service for Lynne will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at Lumen Ecclesiae Chapel at Siena Heights University with Sister Peg Albert, O.P., officiating. Friends may visit the family at the chapel from 10 a.m. until the service. You may also sign the register book or leave condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Lynne may be made to Hospice of Lenawee for their Residence Campaign or P.E.O. Envelopes will be available at the service or at Wagley Funeral Home. |
MARY FRANCES SMITH CARSONVILLE Mary Frances Smith, age 85, of Carsonville, died Wednesday, January 28, 2009 in Port Sanilac, Michigan. She was born August 29, 1923 in Palms, Michigan the daughter of the late Edwin and Ella (McLeod) Dillon. She was a lifelong area resident, a 1942 Graduate of Minden City High School and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Port Sanilac. Mary married Frank G. Smith on May 15, 1943 in Carsonville, he died on September 17, 2001. She retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1987 after 36 yrs. of service, working at the Sandusky and Carsonville offices and served as Postmaster at Applegate. She is survived by one son; James (Penny) Smith of Sanford, one daughter; Joyce (Larry) Shanks of Carsonville, one brother; Dan (Barbara) Dillon of Port Huron, two sisters; Grace Klaty of Sandusky, Dora Russel of Marysville, 6 grandchildren; Kevin & Lisa Smith, Matthew & Michelle Smith, Kathy & Ray Stone, Kelly & David Schmidt, Kristopher Shanks, Korey Shanks, 8 great grandchildren; Alexandra Smith, Madison Smith, Jacob Hadd, Sawyer Smith, Grace Smith, Mason Smith, Mikayla Shanks, Holli Stone,and special family friends; Don Thomas Sr. and Marlena Boehm. Besides her husband and parents she was preceded in death by brothers; Bob, Tom, Jack, Jim, Ron and a sister, Margaret. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Fr. Paul Bala officiating. Burial was in the Washington Cemetery in Carsonville. Casketbearers - Kevin Smith, Matthew Smith, Kristopher Shanks, Korey Shanks, David Schmidt and Raymond Stone. Memorial Suggestion to any organization of the donors personal choice. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com |
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MILLER SR ALICE (EDMUND CAMPION) I H M |
Sunday 2-7:30 p.m. at the I.H.M. Motherhouse Chapel in Monroe, MI, with Prayers at 3 p.m. and Funeral Services on Monday at 10 a.m. Memorials to the I.H.M. Retirement Fund. Arrangements by the Rupp Funeral Home, 734-241-9300. |
MINICILLI FLORA |
at the Voran Funeral Home (Dearborn Chapel), Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Monday, February 9, 2009 at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Obituary/ Guestbook at: |
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Madelyn (Fisher) Burch, age 63, formerly of Adrian, passed away Jan. 27, 2009, in Dolan Springs, Ariz. She was born April 13, 1945, in North Shields, England, to Harry and Winifred (Donkin) Fisher. She married Jerry Burch in 1981, and they divorced in 2003. Madelyn came to the United States around 1947, and lived most of her life in the Adrian area. In December 2003, she moved to Dolan Springs, Ariz., to be near her sons. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Dolan Springs, Ariz. Survivors include one brother, Michael (Laura) Fisher of Adrian, Mich.; three children, Melvin Lynn Beach, Jr. of Dolan Springs, Marvin (Melody) Beach of Dolan Springs; one daughter, Katherine Michele Burch of Nevada; two nieces, Teresa Ann Fisher of Frankfort, Mich., and Amanda Lynn Fisher of Adrian; three grandchildren, Desra Ann Clark, Merrill Chase Beach and Shayla Lynne Beach of Dolan Springs. Also one dear and close friend, Becky Gilson and her son, Noah, of Morenci, Mich. At Madelyn’s wishes, her body has been donated to science and at a later date cremation will take place. She will be buried in Adrian, Mich., in The Fisher Family Plot. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Local arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Mary Helen Brown, 95, of Camden, formerly of Toledo, Ohio, passed away Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, at Laurels of Coldwater. She was born July 15, 1913, in Jackson. Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Chapel, 8780 E – 700 N. Clear Lake, Fremont, Ind. with Father Philip Schneider and Father Fred Pasche officiating. Burial will be at a later date. A private family visitation was held. Arrangements are by Beams Funeral Home of Fremont, Ind., phone 260-495-2915. |
Mary Lou Hartmann, age 70, of Milan died February 4, 2009 at Heartland Healthcare Center in Ann Arbor with her family by her side. |
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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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Minnie joined hands with God on Jan. 26, 2009, after 95 years of life. |
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Nancy Q. Werstein, 74, of Maybee, MI, passed away in her home on Monday, February 2, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. |
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Ora E. Carlisle, 89, of Jonesville, passed away Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009 at Drews Place in Hillsdale. He was born March 29, 1919 in Hillsdale to Lewis and Mary (Fenstermaker) Carlisle. He was married Jan. 4, 1940 to Merle Galloway and she preceded him in death in 2006. Ora was a retired diesel mechanic for the Board of Public Utilities. He was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII, having fought at the Battle of the Bulge and was a recipient of the Bronze Star. He was a member of the American Legion in Hillsdale and was an avid pheasant hunter. He is survived by a son, Clyde (Mary) Carlisle of Quincy; three brothers, Darrell (June) Carlisle and George (Sue) Carlisle both of Hillsdale, and Glen (Sharon) Carlisle of Jonesville; five grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Besides his wives Merle and Lowell, Ora was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters, Ora Lee Carlisle and Gloria Jean Blaker; two sisters, Dora Brown and Judy Mann; two brothers, Robert and Clyde Carlisle; and two grandsons, Ora and Harley Carlisle. A memorial service for Ora E. Carlisle will be held Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Rev. Nelson Brandymore officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009 from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the Hospice of Hillsdale County. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Saturday and Sunday 2-9 p.m. McCabe Funeral Home, 851 N. Canton Center Rd., Canton. In state Monday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 44800 Warren, Canton. www.mccabefuneralhome.com |
POMA VINCENZO |
Saturday 5-9 pm. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Mass at San Francesco Catholic Church, 22870 S. Nunneley (S. of Metro Parkway, E. of Gratiot). Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Please share memories with the family at their "On line Guest Book" at Wujekcalcaterra.com. |
With her family at her side, Pam Granger passed from this life on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, at Hiland Cottage. |
BOSWORTH, Paul F. - Age 88, of Flint, died Thursday, February 5, 2009 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held 12:00 PM Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek, Pastor Steve Hittle officiating. Burial immediately following at Crestwood Memorial Cemetery, Grand Blanc. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 5-9:00 PM Friday and 10:00 AM until time of service Saturday. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the charity of your choice. Mr. Bosworth was born Decemeber 27, 1920 in Kenton, OH, the son of Cecil and Olive (Harold) Bosworth. He married Luella M. Peters June 12, 1949 in Gladwin. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the U.S. Navy. He retired in 1985 from GM V-8 Engine Assembly Plant. Mr. Bosworth was a member of West Flint Nazarene Church and U.A.W. Local 659. Surviving are: wife, Luella M.; 4 children, Aleta Bosworth of Flint, Marvin and wife Debbie Bosworth of Linden, Anita and husband Ken McPherson of Colorado, Valerie Bosworth of Colorado; 7 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter; 2 brothers, Hank and wife Dot Bosworth of Rapid River and James and wife Dorothy Bosworth of Spring Arbor; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers, Norman and Oren Bosworth; sister, Doris Cotton. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
Paul Cary Lapeer Paul Cary, 51, of Lapeer, passed away Sunday (February 1, 2009). He was born August 5, 1957, in Detroit, to William K. and Nancy R. (Stricker) Cary. He married Diana Boisvert on December 19, 1981 in Leonard, Mich. Paul proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He worked over 25 years as a skilled tradesman at Oakland University. Mr. Cary enjoyed NASCAR, Red Wing hockey, U of M football and Boise State University. He especially loved golf. First and foremost, though, Paul was a loving Grandpaul, father and husband. He is survived by his wife, Diana Cary of Lapeer; children, Brian (Melissa) Boisvert of Lapeer, Michelle (Jac) Faith of Lapeer and Ashley (Matt) Bechler of North Branch; grandsons, P.J., Hunter, Carson, Jon, Cooper, Lucas, Parker and Wyatt; granddaughter, Madison; siblings, Kenneth J. (Margaret) Cary of Missouri, Ruth Ann Cary of Idaho and Peter (Kimmey) Cary of Tennessee; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paren |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Pauline M. Robinson, 94, of Ashland Court in Ironwood, died Sunday Feb. 1, 2009, in Marshfield, Wis. |
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Phillip H. Wilson, 58, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  He was born May 25, 1950 in Camden to James and Mildred (Smith) Wilson, he survives. Graveside funeral services for Phillip Wilson will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit ww.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Phillip L. Fredenburg age 70, of Colon, passed away, Feb. 4, 2009, at his home after several months of failing health. Phil was born Aug. 14, 1938, in Colon, a son to the late Guy and Mabel (Slagle) Fredenburg. He had lived all of his life in the Colon area, except for the years he spent in the U.S. Army serving in the Korean War. Phil married Nancy Nichols which ended in divorce. On Dec. 31, 1993, he married Donna (Buys) Capman in Colon. He had worked as a foreman for Colmer Division of Maxitrol Company in Colon for 45 years, retiring in 2006. Phil enjoyed hunting, fishing and crafts. He is survived by his wife, Donna, of Colon; two daughters, Audrey (Steve) Wolford of Colon and Stephanie (Tim) Baker of Mendon; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; one brother, George (Sharon) Emmel of Colon; two sisters, Joyce Broker of Colon and Barbara Gronda of Carlton, Mich.; and several nieces and nephews, with a special nephew Joseph (Debra) Gronda. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Tom Fredenburg and Robert Fredenburg,  John Emmel and Charles Hoyt. The family will receive relatives and friends from 3-8 p.m. Friday at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Phillip L. Fredenburg will take place at 8 p.m. Friday with David J. Farrell officiating. Cremation will follow and private burial of cremains will take  place at a later date in Lakeside Cemetery in Colon. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Phil to either Hospice of Sturgis or the Salvation Army. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.   |
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PHELPS, Wis. -- Phoebe K. Nyman, 82, of Phelps, died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, at Aspirus Lillian E. Kerr Nursing Home in Phelps. |
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age 70, of Grosse Pointe Shores, passed away peacefully at her home along side her family with a short and sudden battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Robert for 49 years. Born April 15, 1938 to the late Peter and the late Doris DeAngelo. Dear loving mother of her sons, Robert Samuel Rahaim, Douglas (Margaret) Rahaim, and daughter Kimberly (Jeffrey) Llaneza. Survived by her brothers Sam (Karey) DeAngelo, Peter (Kay) DeAngelo, Mark DeAngelo, and sisters Mary Ann (the late Frank) Tiseo, Caroline (the late Nick) Locricchio and Rose (Conrad) Sulla. Loving grandmother of nine grandchildren Robert (Susan) Rahaim, Sarah Rahaim, Kristin Rahaim, Jennifer Rahaim, Amanda Llaneza, Samantha Llaneza, Douglas Rahaim, Michael Rahaim, and Nicholas Rahaim. Proud great grandmother of three beautiful girls: Grace Rahaim, Maya Rahaim, and Aline Rahaim. Patricia was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many. She made holidays and family gatherings special with her exceptional talent in the kitchen. She unconditionally opened her heart and her kitchen to her children and grandchildren, friends and family. We are deeply saddened by her death and Patricia will remain in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers forever and ever. Viewing will be held at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230 on Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 467 Fairford (at Morningside), Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the AMmrican Cancer Society. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org. |
RUSSELL A. SARLES CLIFFORD Russell A. Sarles, age 92, a life long resident of Clifford, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at Covenant Health Care Hospital in Saginaw. He was born March 15, 1916 in Silverwood, son to the late Ross and Greta (Murray) Sarles. He married Martha Friday, February 21, 1942 in Marlette. Russell drove truck for Millington Screw Company for many years until his retirement. He was a member of the Silverwood United Methodist Church and a 55 year member of the Burlington Township Fire Department. Russell served as Mayor of Clifford and council member of the Village of Clifford and served on the Burlington Township Board of review for many years. He also worked for the D.P.W. 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, three sons; Gary (Sharon) Sarles of Clifford, Melvin Sarles of Port Austin, Darrel (Loretta) Sarles of Kingston, three brothers; Hilton Sarles of Luzerne, Neil (Alma) Sarles of Silverwood, Larry (MayBelle) Sarles of Gladwin, one sister; Wilma Hendrick of Reedsville, PA, 16 grandchildren, several great and great-great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Arnold and Dean and sister Leta Friday. Funeral services were held at Silverwood United Methodist Church with Pastor Ron Hutchinson officiating. Internment was in West Burlington Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to the Burlington Township Fire Department. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, www.marshfuneral.com |
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Raymond Smith, age 83, of Saugatuck, died Thursday, February 5, 2009. Ray had worked at Coral Gables for 47 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dee, in 2007. He is survived by a sister-in-law, Alice Lungren; and nephews and nieces. Memorial services for Ray and Dee will be 2 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Coral Gables. Memorial contributions may be made to ones choice. Arrangements are by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel. For more information and an online registry, visit www.lifestorynet.com.   |
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Richard P. Brady, 77, of LaGrange, Ind., died Friday, Feb. 6, 2009, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. Visitation will be held 2-7 p.m. Sunday at Frurip-May Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church.  Burial will be Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange. There will be a military graveside service. Memorials may be made to the Youth of St. Joseph Catholic Church, South Milford Church of Christ, or Parkview Home Health and Hospice. |
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Richard P. Ostrander, age 96, formerly of Adrian, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009 at his daughter’s home where he had resided for the past year. Richard was born on Sept. 9, 1912, in Adrian, Mich., to Loyd and Edith (Beaubien) Ostrander. He served his country in the Air Force during World War II. On Aug. 16, 1946, he married Martha Jackson in Wauseon, Ohio. Martha, his wife for 60 years, preceded him in death in 2006. Richard worked for American Chain and Cable for 34 years before retiring in 1975. He was a loving husband and father. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, camping and was an avid golfer. He also enjoyed yard work and making woodworking projects for his family and friends. Richard was a past member of the Elks, Eagles and had attended the Fairfield Baptist Church as well as Bethany Assembly of God. Surviving Richard are his daughter, Carol Pfeiffer of Charlotte, N.C., and his son, Warren Ostrander of Sand Creek; his granddaughters, Stephanie (Steve) Matthews of DuBois, Pa., Kristin Sager of Houston, Texas, Kim Ostrander of Adrian, Wendy Ostrander of Hammond, Ind., and Matthew Ostrander of Jasper; great-grandchildren, Alexander Matthews, Kyle and Kody Nicholson, and Christina Ostrander; siblings, Kenneth (Lillian) Ostrander and Robert (Elaine) Ostrander, Joan Gaydosh, all of Adrian; Dorothy Wagner of  Palmyra and Velma Gonzales of Elk Grove, Ill.  In addition to his wife, Martha, he was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and four brothers. At Richard’s request, cremation has taken place. Memorial services will take place some time this summer. Arrangements were handled by Wagley Funeral Home. You may sign the register book or leave condolences for the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. |
SHELDON, Richard F. Of Vicksburg Died February 5, 2009 in Centreville, MI. Richard was born January 13, 1949 in Elberta, MI, the son of Fay and Jeannette (McConnell) Sheldon and had lived in the Kalamazoo area for the past 53 years. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era and was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant. While serving in the Army in Germany, he met his future wife Karen Jo Zieba to whom he was married on September 25, 1978. Richard was employed for several years as a mechanic at Krum-Hallam Chevrolet in Vicksburg. He enjoyed cars, fishing and bowling and could fix anything. Richard was preceded in death by his father Fay Sheldon. Surviving are his wife Karen Jo Sheldon of Vicksburg; a daughter, Kelly Jean Sheldon and a son, Anthony Gerald Sheldon, all of Joppa, AL; two grandchildren; his mother Jeanette Sheldon of Inverness, FL; one brother and three sisters, George Sheldon of Comstock, Vivian (Danny) Emmons of Scotts, Barbara Jurrick of Chattanooga, TN and Tina May of Palm Harbor, FL; several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 2 PM Monday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. Friends may meet the family beginning at 1 PM Monday at the funeral home. Private interment in South Portage Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Richard's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Karen Sheldon to help with expenses. Please visit www.langelands.com to read the obituary or leave a condolence to the family. |
Robert "Bob" Le Roy Demerly Brown City Robert "Bob" Le Roy Demerly, 78, of Brown City for 5 years (formerly of Lapeer) passed away Saturday (January 31, 2009). He was born October 25, 1930, in Benzonia, Mich., to Jake and Lottie (Richter) Demerly. He married Harriett Leigh Delaney on January 27, 1951 in Lapeer. Rev. Hemmingway officiated the ceremony. Bob served in the U.S. Navy from 1948-1950 and later in the reserves. He was a U.S. Postal carrier for 25 years, retiring November 2, 1990. Bob worked all 25 years out of the Lapeer Post Office. For the past few years, Bob delivered prescriptions for Memphis Drugs - a job that he enjoyed very much. He is survived by his wife, Harriett Demerly of Brown City; children, Cheri Kay (David) Smith of Metamora, Perry (Blanca) Demerly of Monroe, Daryl (Julie) Demerly of Mayville, Susan (Rick) Cook of Erie, Mich.; brothers, Gail (Shirley) Demerly of Davison, Ronald (Judy) Demerly of Lapeer; many nieces and nephews. He was preced |
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Robert C. Kresge, 71 years, of Toledo and formerly of Temperance, MI, died Tuesday, February 3, 2009, in Arbors of Sylvania. He had worked as a Terminal Manager for Roadway Express for 37 years, starting when he was 18 years old. |
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Robert Moore, 84, of Holland, died Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009, at Lakeside Vista. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. No visitation is scheduled. Arrangements are by the Downtown Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. www.lifestorynet.com   |
TUTTLE, ROBERT LEE - 71, of Knightdale, NC, died Monday, February 2, 2009 at Rex Healthcare. He was born in Jackson, MI to the late, John Edward Tuttle and Ida Mae Betts Tuttle. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Mr. Tuttle was a union carpenter and was a superintendent with O'Harrow Construction Company. Robert is survived by his devoted and caring wife, Judith Marie Sczykutowicz Tuttle; daughters, Kathy (Chris) Nastally of LaPorte, TX, Sharon Hipps of Raleigh, NC, Kimberly (Charles) Jones of St. Inigoes, MD; grandchildren, Sarah Hipps, Kevin Hipps, Shawna Hipps, Haley Nastally, and Kristen Nastally; brother, John Tuttle of Las Vegas, NV; sisters, Marie Smith of Jackson, MI, Linda Franssen of Concord, MI, and Ruth Evans of Deer Park, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Edward Tuttle; and brothers, Don and Jack Tuttle. Funeral services were held this afternoon in Raleigh with burial at Raleigh Memorial Park. Condolences to the family may be made at www.poolefuneral.com under obituaries. www.Mlive.com/obits |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Ruth L. Anderson, 84, of 612 E. McLeod Ave., Ironwood, died Friday morning, Jan. 30, 2009, in Ironwood. |
SEMPERGER WILLIAM R (BELA') |
of Clarkston formerly of Farmington Hills and Melvindale, February 5, 2009, age 82. Husband of Bernadine for 56 years; father of Karen Semperger of East Lansing, William D.M.D. (Rosalind) Semperger Jr. of Farmington Hills, Daniel (Kimberley) Semperger of DeWitt, Leslie (Robert) Jenks of Lansing and Amy (Stephen) Czyrka of Farmington Hills; preceded in death by his son Andrew; grandfather of Allison, Janine, D.J., Kayla, Andrew, Samantha, Nicole, Brendan, Justine and Stevie. Bill served as Lector at St. Clare Catholic Church and usher at St. Daniel Catholic Church. He was a teacher in Detroit Public Schools and secretary at Dearborn Knights of Columbus Council 5492, Thomas A. Dooley Chapter. He was a WWII Navy veteran. Knights of Columbus rosary service Sunday 7:00 p.m. at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Sunday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass Monday 10:00 a.m. St. Daniel Catholic Church, Clarkston. Private interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials may be made to MI Heart Association or St. John's Hospice. Online guestbook: www.wintfuneralhome.com. |
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Scott Henderschot, age 44, of Philadelphia, Pa., died Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009. Arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Homes.   |
OKOPIEN, Sheryl E. "Sherry" - Age 61, of Swartz Creek, formerly of Fenton, died Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at home surrounded by her family. Services will be 3PM Friday, February 6, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek, Pastor Art Reich officiating. The family will receive friends 1PM Friday until time of service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Genesys Hospice or Peace Lutheran Church. Online condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
Sister Alice (Edmund Campion) Miller, IHM July 31, 1934-Feb. 5, 2009 |
Sister Alice Miller, IHM, 74, died Thursday, Feb. 5, in Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe. |
TERTZAG HONORABLE KAYE |
Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m.-9 p.m. at Martenson Funeral Home 10915 Allen Road (at Goddard Road), Allen Park. Memorial Service Sunday 2 p.m. at Allen Park City Hall Auditorium, 16850 Southfield Road (South of I-94), Allen Park. Arrangements by SIMON JAVIZIAN FUNERAL HOME, 248. 626.7815. Internet condolences for the family may be sent to SJavizian@msn.com. |
Teddy A. Cornett, 63, of Estral Beach passed away peacefully while at home at 10:22 p.m. Feb. 5 after a 2 year battle with brain cancer. His loving family was at his side. |
Teddy Cornett, 63, of Newport died at 10:22 p.m. Thursday in his home. Arrangements by Bennett-Prochnow Funeral Home. |
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TRAVERSE CITY — Harry L. Weitz, M.D., F.A.C.R., 99, of Traverse City, died Thursday morning, Feb. 5, 2009, at Munson Hospice House, comforted by his loving family. Born Oct. 6, 1909, he was the son of the late Samuel and Gussie (Weitz) Weitz. On Aug. 14, 1938, in Battle Creek, he married the former Ellamarie Pearlman, who preceded him in death Nov. 18, 1973. Harry found love again and married the former Arlene Altrichter Batdorff on April 12, 1975. Harry attended and graduated from Detroit Northern High School in 1926, then furthered his education and graduated from City College of Detroit in 1929. In 1933, he graduated from Detroit College of Medicine (now Wayne State University School of Medicine). From 1933 to 1934 he served his internship at Detroit Receiving Hospital. Harry also served his Roentgenology Residency at Detroit Receiving Hospital and was distinguished by being the second Resident in the history of this residency. In 1938, Dr. Weitz completed training in combined diagnostic/therapeutic Roentgenology Residency at Beth Israel Hospital in Manhattan, N.Y. Moving to Traverse City in 1938, Dr. Weitz was hired by Dr. Sheets, Director of the State Hospital/Munson Hospital as Northern Michigan's first Radiologist. He was the first Radiologist north of Grand Rapids and was a pioneer in Radiology.Initially, he exposed his own x-rays, processed the x-rays, interpreted the x-rays and transcribed his own reports. Harry also trained his first x-ray technologist. Dr Weitz practiced as a solo radiologist for approximately 18 years. He not only established Radiology in northern Michigan as we know it today, but he brought to Traverse City and northern Michigan a critical specialty that did not exist here prior to his arrival. He provided radiology services over the years not only to Munson Hospital and the Traverse City State Hospital, but also hospitals in Frankfort, Kalkaska, Northport, Cadillac, Charlevoix and on occasion Petoskey. In 1941, Harry became a member of the American College of Radiology. He enjoyed sharing his time, talents and treasures with others as he was a founding member and served on the Board of Directors of Northwestern Michigan College for 12 years. For his outstanding service to the college, in 1973 he was named a Fellow of Northwestern Michigan College. Dr. Weitz served with the United States Army Medical Corps during World War II. He was nominated and elected as a Fellow of the American College of Radiology in 1970, which is a prestigious honor bestowed by the ACR, on the basis of outstanding contributions and service to radiology (only 10 percent of the membership of the ACR are provided this honor). Harry continued to serve others by serving for years on the Board of Directors for the Children's Clinic at Munson Medical Center and his membership in the Traverse City Rotary Club. He was a proud member of Congregation Beth El, where he formerly served as President and Board member. Dr. Weitz was a well thought of mentor and teacher to numerous interns at Munson Hospital. He was one of the physicians initiating the internship program at Munson Hospital in the late 1950s. He was a colleague to numerous physicians who thought of him as an outstanding Radiologist, an outstanding Physician and a wonderful, caring human being. Colleagues, paramedical staff and patients remember him "as always a gentleman." He is survived by his wife, Arlene Weitz of Traverse City; children, Elliott Weitz, Sheryl Weitz and Dr. Charles (Ann) Weitz; stepson, Jack (Susan) Batdorff; seven grandchildren, Mark Weitz, Dr. David Weitz, Dr. Joshua (Dr. Lesley Loss) Weitz, Leah Weitz and her fiance, Adam Carlson, Wendy (Blake) Miller, Susan Batdorff and her fiance, Jackson Allen, and John Batdorff; and three great-grandchildren, Zachary Miller, Hope Miller and Anna Batdorff. In addition to his first wife, Ellamarie, Harry was also preceded in death by a sister, Ethel Sweet; and two brothers, Herman and Leon Weitz; and a stepson, Cris Batdorff. Friends may call at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home today, Feb. 7, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m., where the Weitz family will receive friends. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009, at 1 p.m., with Rabbi Albert Lewis officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. In remembrance of Dr. Weitz, memorials may be directed to Northwestern Michigan College Foundation, in the name of Harry L. Weitz, M.D., Scholarship Fund, 1701 East Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686 Arrangements were made with the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home; www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com. |
EMORY, Victor L. Age 71 Of Kerrville, TX Passed from this life on Wednesday morning, February 4, 2009 at his home. He was born on October 22, 1937 in Strawberry Plains, TN to Robert and Ebelyn (Linsley) Emory. Mr. Emory was a resident of Kerrville since July 2005. He loved being outdoors, either golfing or fishing. A passion of his was collecting pocket knives and playing pool. He is predeceased by his parents; two brothers, James and Albert; and a sister Anna May. He is survived by his wife, Martha M. (McBride) Emory of Kerrville; two daughters, Jenny Dillard of Kerrville and Anglie Graves of Blaine, TN; two grandsons, Thomas L. Niel of Kerrville and Justin Graves of Blaine, TN; a granddaughter, Emma Grace Dillard of Kerrville and was anticipating the birth of a second great-grandchild, born February 4, 2009. Services for Mr. Emory will be held at a later date. In lieu of floral arrangements, the family invites you to make donations to the Peterson Hospice of Kerrville, Texas. The family also invites you to leave a message or memory at www. kerrvillefuneralhome.com by selecting Obituaries. Select "Sign Guestbook" at the bottom of the individual Memorial. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Kerrville Funeral Home. (830) 895-5111 |
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Viola Catherine Cauley, age 82, of Onsted went to be with the Lord Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009. Viola was born on June 30, 1926, in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of Charles and Bertha Lusty. She graduated from St. Michael’s in Flint in 1944. Viola married Robert E. Cauley on April 30, 1955, in Flint.  After celebrating 50 years of marriage together, Robert preceded her in death on Nov. 30, 2005. Viola was a homemaker, having raised eight children whom she was very proud of. She was an active member of the St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church in the Irish Hills. For more than 10 years, she has belonged to a group that has met (at the home of her good friend Lorretta Lambaugh) the 13th of the month to pray the Rosary.  She prayed the Rosary of the Devine Chaplet at her home daily. She also belonged to the Red Hat Society. Viola is survived by her eight children, Patrick Earl (Vicki) Cauley II of St. Petersburg, Fla., Diane (Danny) Bragg of Saline, Elizabeth (Tedd) Bergeron of Ridgeway, Matthew (Lesa) Cauley of Saline, Frederick (Kimberly) Cauley of Brighton, Madeline (Tony) Valdez of Adrian, Michele (Michael) Wehr of Belleville and Ernie Cauley of Onsted; 38 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, one sister, Doris Jean, and two brothers, Charles and John Lusty. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009, at the St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Church in the Irish Hills with the Rev. Father Carl Simon officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:30 p.m., at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Joseph Catholic Shrine Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Dunn Chapel, Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Onsted. |
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Virginia C. Zuercher passed away Jan. 27, 2009, at her daughter’s home in South Haven, Mich. Virginia was born in Mendon to Neil and Elizabeth (Stoll) Sweet. She received her master’s degree in counseling from Western Michigan University. Virginia worked as a high school teacher and counselor for Sturgis Public Schools. During her career, she married Roger Zuercher, also a teacher at Sturgis Public Schools, at the Unitarian Church in Ft. Wayne, Ind. She is survived and lovingly remembered by her husband, Roger Zuercher of Sturgis; daughters, Marsha Corey of South Haven and Shari (Ed) Waffle of Southfield, Mich.; grandchildren, Max Corey and Logan Elizabeth Corey of South Haven; and a brother, Paul Sweet of Lake Placid, Fla. No services are scheduled at this time. Kindly share your thoughts and memories on the family’s online guest book at www.FilbrandtFFH.com. The family is being helped by the Filbrandt Family Funeral Home of South Haven.   |
WESTFALL HAROLD R |
Sunday 2-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. (American Legion Service 7:30 p.m.) at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Ave. (1 block W. of Farmington Rd.), downtown Farmington. Memorial contributions to American Cancer Society or the Church. www.thayer-rock.com |
WETTERSTROM MILDRED |
Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt Road (S. of 6 Mile) on Sunday 1-7 p.m. Services Monday at 11 a.m. Memorials suggested to St. Paul's Presbyterian Church. Online guestbook at www.mannsfuneralhome.com. |
Walter Herman Engelberg, 78, of Niles, died Feb. 2, peacefully at home, following a two-month stay at the V.A. Hospital in Lexington, Ky. He is survived by his devoted wife of 33 years Lees (Ball) and... |
Kienbaum, Walter E. Bay City, Michigan Mr. Kienbaum passed away Thursday, February 5, 2009, age 91 years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and a complete obituary will be announced in Saturday's edition of the paper. |
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Waneta Rose Harrison, 51, of 200 Meadow Lane, Constantine, Mich., died Feb. 3, 2009, at her home. Arrangements will be announced by the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon.   |
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L. Wayne Smith, 84, of Jonesville, passed away Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility. He was born April 6, 1924 in Napoleon to Dwight and Frances (Rice) Smith. He was married June 15, 1950 to Sally Jones and she survives. Wayne was a former dairy farmer, he had previously worked at Kiddie Brush and Toy, Gametime and the McClure Oil Company.  Wayne was the former owner of Mill Race Golf Course in Jonesville. He was a former member of the Jonesville Lions Club, the 4-H Horse Club, the Junior Farm Bureau and Farm Bureau. Surviving besides his wife Sally are three sons, Thomas and Scott Smith, both of Jonesville and Steven Smith and Ruth Ann Maxon of Kalamazoo; three grandchildren, Justin, Chad and Chelsea; and two great-grandchildren, Drew and Falyn. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Carolyn McCloud and LuNell Floyd. Memorial services for Wayne Smith will be 1 p.m. Friday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating.  Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Wells W. Beebe, age 92, of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at his home. He was born Jan. 7, 1917 in Rome Center to Charles  and Mable (Wells) Beebe. He was married April 20, 1941 in Adrian to Donna Baragar and she survives. Wells was a 1935 graduate of Adrian High School and was the former owner of Hillsdale Cartage Company. He was a member of College Baptist Church and the Sons of the American Revolution. He was an avid deer hunter and ice fisherman. Surviving besides his wife, Donna are a son, Bill Beebe of Las Vegas, Nev.; a daughter, Sharon (John) Flowers of Crystal Falls, Mich.; two brothers, Weldon (Alice) Beebe and Donald (Evelyn) Beebe both of Adrian; and a grandson, Jake Flowers of Seward, Alaska. Wells was preceded in death by his parents, twin daughters, Katherine and Shirley, and a brother Wayne. Funeral services for Wells W. Beebe will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Jason Mekelburg officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the College Baptist Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Willard H. Waldvogel, age 95 of Monroe, died February 4, 2009 at Fountainview of Monroe. Friends may call from 2pm until 9pm today from the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 203 E. Elm Ave., Monroe. |
William quot;Bill quot; Pierce, age 61, of Decatur, Mich. and formerly of Kalamazoo, passed away Thurs., Feb. 5, 2009, at home. Bill was born Nov. 10, 1947 at Battle Creek, the son of Perry Allyn and Georgia May (Ripley) Pierce. |
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William “WOODY” Smallwood  passed away on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009 at Hospice of Dayton, Ohio due to an illness. He is survived by his two daughters Lisa Jackson and Dena Ware; five grandchildren: Chevelle, Megan, Mackenzie, Alyson and Brandon and great grandchild Ryleigh. Sservices will be held at Baker-Stevens Funeral Home, 1500 Manchester Ave., Middletown, Ohio, 45042-0739. |
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ZELLA WANDA |
Sunday 3-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Monday, in state 9 a.m. at St. Michael Church, 40501 Hayes (between 17 and 18 Mile Rds.) until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Donations are welcome to Hospice of Michigan. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
ZONCA JOAN C |
(nee Zielinski) Age 95 of Detroit, died February 5, 2009 in Dearborn Heights. Beloved wife of the late Stanley F. Loving mother of Stanley R., Donald, Albert, Jenn, Jerome, Paul and Stephen Zonca. Grandmother of 14, great grandmother of many. Sister of Frank Gwizdz. Visitation Saturday 1-3 p.m. followed by a 3 p.m. funeral service at Querfeld Funeral Home, 1200 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn. Memorial donations to St. Vincent De Paul Society. |
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