ALANDT CLARENCE J |
Wednesday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 West 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills. Service Thursday 10 a.m.at McCabe Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Lourdes Senior Community |
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MONTREAL, Wis. -- Annette G. Gulan, 89, of Montreal, Wis., died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009, in Hurley. |
Antoinette Wryobeck, 82 of Monroe, died at 8:48 a.m. Saturday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
Antoinette Wryobeck, 82, of Monroe, died at 8:48 a.m. Saturday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Rupp Funeral Home. She will lie instate at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Michael's Church with services at 10 a.m. |
PIERCE, Arlene Of Kalamazoo Passed away February 8, 2009 at Kairos Dwelling. She was born November 8, 1926 in Mattawan to the late Hubert E. and Adabelle (Cray) Ellard. She was united in marriage on September 16, 1944 to Russell Pierce, who preceded her in death in June of 1981. Arlene loved her family first and foremost, especially her grand and great-grandchildren, but among her other many interests include, gardening, bowling, walking, traveling and dining out. Surviving Arlene are her children, Tina (Richard) Peck of Galesburg, Frances (Floyd) Jarvis of Galesburg, and Terry (Shelly) Pierce of Columbus, OH; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Reger; brother, Harold (Mary) Ellard; several nieces and nephews. Also preceding her in death were, brothers, Veral and Clarence; sisters, Pearl, Reva, Jackie, Lola and Helen. Family will greet friends on Wednesday from 6-8:00 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St ., where funeral services will take place on Thursday at 1:00 PM, Rev James Dyke, officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Kalamazoo. Memorials may be directed to Kairos Dwelling. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 |
Sarow, Arlene H. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Hoyt Nursing and Rehab Center at the age of 88 years. A complete obituary will be published in Tuesday's edition of The Saginaw News. The funeral service will take place 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 12, 2009 at W.L. Case & Company, 4480 Mackinaw Rd. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. www.casefuneralhome.com |
Arthur L. Steinman |
Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Arthur Pyykkonen, 91, of Ironwood, died Jan. 31, 2009, in Ironwood. |
BARNETT STANLEY L |
"STAN" Passed into the arms of our Lord on February 9, 2009, peacefully, with his loving family at his side. Lifetime educator in the Dearborn Public Schools and at Henry Ford Community College. He is survived by his devoted wife, Sally, and his four children, Michael (Gwen), Kathleen, Daniel and Brian. Loving grandfather of Michael, Melissa, Matthew and Rachel; great-grandfather of Haley and Chase. He is also loved by his brothers, Tom, Paul (Carmen) and the late David, his dear sister-in-law Nancy Steding, and all their supportive children and grandchildren. Thanks to our friends, neighbors and Angela Hospice for all their help during this difficult time. We are honoring Stan at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia, Wednesday, February 11 from 1-8 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Historic Trinity Lutheran Church, 1345 Gratiot Ave., Detroit, on Thursday, February 12, 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to the American Cancer Society or Antrim County Habitat for Humanity (www.torchlake.com/achfh). |
BROSTOFF BERTRAM |
"BERT" Beloved husband of the late Lillian Ruth Brostoff. Dear father of Marsha (Ted) Palmer. Loving grandfather of Ryan and Erik Grubbs and John (Morgan) Palmer. Proud great-grandfather of Luke and Natalie. GRAVESIDE SERVICES 1 P.M. THURSDAY AFTERNOON AT B'NAI DAVID CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL (248) 569-0020. www.irakaufman.com |
BURGER ERNEST W |
Age 84. Died February 9, 2009. Beloved husband of Jeannette R. Loving father of Ernest W. Jr., William (Barbara), Jack (Carol) James (Tina), Karen (John) McCoy, Laurie and the late Richard L. Dear grandfather of seven and great grandfather of four. Brother of Walter. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Thursday 1pm until 9pm at Wm Sullivan & Son Funeral Home. 8459 Hall Rd. (3 blocks east of VanDyke) Utica with funeral services Friday 10:30 am. Contributions appreciated to Paralyzed Veterans of America, 801 Eighteenth Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20006-3517. Please share a memory with the family at |
BURTON ALVIN BRICKER YALE Burton Alvin Bricker, age 83, of Yale, died unexpectedly Monday, February 2, 2009 in Peck. He was born November 1, 1925 in Yale and had been a lifelong resident and homebuilder. His marriage to Mary Hurd was May 14, 1949 in Yale. Burton was a member of Trinity Missionary Church, Yale. He enjoyed bowling with the senior league in Sandusky and spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving in addition to his wife, Mary of 59 years are one daughter; Christie (George) Brown of Croswell, four grandchildren; Angie (Jason) Neal, Adam (Tara) Mager, Andy (Libby) Brown and Gregory (Vanessa) Brown, four great-grandchildren; Ella, Gracie, Blake and Evan, one brother; Robert (JoAnn) of Yale, several nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services were held at Kaatz Funeral Directors, Yale with Rev. Anthony Ferriell, Pastor of Trinity Missionary Church, Yale, and Pastor Willard Williams, retired, officiated. Burial was in Elmwood Cemetery, Yale. Memorials are suggested to "Wishes of the Family." Arrangements made by Kaatz Funeral Directors, Yale. kaatzfunerals.com |
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Barbara E. Rock Mayville Barbara E. Rock, 94, of Mayville, passed away January 29, 2009, at Fisher Convalescent Home in Mayville. She was born December 21, 1914, and lived in Lapeer County for most of her life. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy (Al) Chappel of Las Vegas, Nev., Connie Provatas of Muskegon; son, Rick (Linda) Rock of Elmiria, Mich.; grandchildren, Wanda Allen, Tami (Carl) Petitt, Kim (Scott) Rozanski and Nick (Tammy) Provatas; 10 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren. Barbara had willed her body to Michigan State University for medical research. |
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Betty Jean Van Dine, age 66, of Laketown Twp., died Saturday February 7, 2009 at Hospice House of Holland.  Betty was born March 15, 1942 in Kendallville, Indiana and came to the Holland area as a child.  Betty is survived by daughters, Barbara and Thomas Myers, of Parma, Idaho, Jacqueline and Rick Harbison of Douglas, and Angela Barnes of West Olive, sons, Louis and Jacquelyn Van Dine of Zeeland and Anthony Van Dine of Holland, grandchildren, James, Charlee, Thomas, Kyle, Louis, Elizabeth, Logan, Britney, O’Keeya, Tyrone, Toshcina and Troy, great grandchildren, Hayden, Cademon and Jordyn, a brother Robert Hoadley of Douglas, a sister, Susan and Robert Howard of Fenneville.  Betty was preceded in death by her husband Louis F. Van Dine in 1995. The family will receive friends at 12 noon Wednesday at the Saugatuck Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 520 Lake St. Saugatuck.  Funeral services will be held  1:30 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.  Interment to follow at Gibson Cemetery.  Memorials may be given to the Hospice of Holland. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to sign a guest register or leave a memory for the family. |
Boyd "Mike" Kittendorf 1935-2009 Boyd "Mike" Kittendorf, 73, Port Hope, passed away Thursday, February 05, 2009 at Mt. Clemens General Hospital. He was born on April 23, 1935 in Harbor Beach to the late Erwin and Blanche (Stocks) Kittendorf. Mike and Janet Steinhorst were united in marriage on September 21, 1957. Mike was a tool & dye maker for General Motors for many years. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Port Hope, the Port Hope Grindstone Sportsman Club and a former board member for the club. Mike enjoyed hunting, playing cards and anything that involved the outdoors. He is survived by his wife, Janet, Port Hope; sons, Dean (Beth) Kittendorf, Washington Township, David (Janet) Kittendorf, Richmond and Dale Kittendorf and his friend Jesse, Port Huron; three grandchildren, Darren Kittendorf, Daniel Kittendorf and Derek Kittendorf; brother, Charles Kittendorf, Peoria, Ill.; a sister, Nancy Salkind and her friend Daryl and a sister-in-law, Joann Kittendorf, Frankfort. Mike was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Everett Kittendorf and a sister, Patricia Kittendorf. There are no services planned at this time. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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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. |
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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. |
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CRON DEACON JAMES ALBERT |
Thursday 3-9 p.m. at St. Kieran Church with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service. Funeral Friday, in state 10 a.m. at St. Kieran Church, 53600 Mound Rd. (btwn. 24 and 25 Mile Rds.) until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Inurnment Holy Sepulchre. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or Hospice of Michigan. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
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Carla May Bryan, 66, of Waldron, passed away Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at her home.  Carla was born on July 24, 1942, in South Bend, Ind., the daughter of Dr. Kenneth and Elizabeth (Harris) Gamble.  She graduated from Waldron High School in 1960.  Carla enjoyed shopping, sightseeing, going to the lake, spending time outdoors and working on the family farm.  She worked at Fayette Tubular for several years. Carla is survived by three children: Cynthia Bryan of Waldron, Wayne (Paula) Bryan of Missouri and Anthony (Jen Evener) Bryan of Waldron; grandchildren, Jamie Bryan, Rusty (Jessie) Bryan and Laureen Bryan; great-grandchildren, Jordon, Skleigh, Jaycub, Caylib and Miles Cooper; two brothers, Lowell (Kathy) Gamble of California and Robert (Barb) Gamble of Chicago, Ill,; sister, Carol (Alan) Day of Hudson and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, William Gamble.  Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be at 5 p.m. Thursday, at the VFW Hall in Waldron.  Memorials are suggested to the family to help with funeral expenses.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home.  Arrangements were entrusted to Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson.  View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com |
WAGNER - Mr. Carlos C. Wagner, aged 92, of the Grand Rapids area, went to be with the Lord Saturday, February 7, 2009. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at the Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave. A complete obituary with time of service will be published in Monday's Press. www.stegengafuneralchapel.com |
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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Charles V. “Chuck” Dosier, 86 of Coldwater, died Friday, Feb. 6, 2009, at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. No services will be held at this time. Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home. Interment of ashes will be at a later date. Charles was born on Nov. 12, 1922 in Princeton, W.V. to Samuel and Stella (Serber) Dosier.  He married Orda (Hubbard) Taylor on July 7, 1956 in Angola, Ind. Chuck graduated from Greenbier Military School and he is a veteran of WWII serving with the US Navy. He worked in sales for many years and was a former supervisor at Plastic Tops in Coldwater. Chuck was a member of the Good News Bible Church. He enjoyed gardening and taking care of his car. Chuck is survived by his wife Orda, his grandson Charles J. Dosier and two children from a former marriage. He was preceded in death by his son Charles W. Dosier. Memorials may be directed to Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. |
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was born and raised in Mississippi, the sixth of eight children. He was converted, August 27, 1929. He married Jennie Maebelle Griffin, December 12, 1937, to this union a son was born. Pastor Davis became a Deacon in 1945 at the Beautiful Zion Baptist Church. In 1950, he moved his family to Detroit, Michigan and later a daughter was born. Upon his arrival I Detroit, he united with the New Bethel Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Rev. C. L. Franklin. In 1960, he moved his membership to the Holy Cross Baptist Church, under the covering of the late Rev. Eddie Shack. There he served on the Deacon Board until he accepted his calling to the ministry, on the first Sunday in May of 1964. On the fourth Sunday in October 1965, Pastor Davis was called to Pastor the Welcome Missionary Baptist Church. Pastor Davis attended the Michigan School of Religion from 1967-1970, where he earned his Doctor of Divinity Degree. He began a radio outreach ministry in February of 1988 where the services were heard over the airwaves of WGPR 107.5 FM each Sunday evening at 6:30p.m. Pastor Davis formally served as the First Vice-President of the Congress on Christian Education of Fellowship District and served faithfully with Sunday School Congress. When Pastor Davis was called to pastor the Welcome Missionary Baptist Church, the congregation had only five(5) members. We marched in the to 3730 Phillip on November 4, 2007. Pastor Davis served as a pillar of the community. Pastor Davis went from labor to reward on Feb. 5, 2009. Celebration of Life and Homegoing will follow, lie in state Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, 4-9p.m. at Welcome Baptist Church and Thursday until. The address is 3730 Phillip, Detroit, MI. Memorial service Thursday at 7pm also at Welcome. Final Homegoing Services Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 10a.m. at the Fountain of Truth F.G.B.C., 8901 Chalmers, Detroit, MI. His grandson Bishop Gregory Davis and the Sons of Welcome officiating. |
DUMAS IVANKA |
Thursday February 12, 2009 from 2-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd. (313) 278-5100. Funeral Friday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment at Woodmere Cemetery. Obituary/Guest Book at |
DZBANSKI ZACHARY MARK |
Wednesday 4-8 p.m. and Thursday 3-8 p.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre (1 block S. of 13 Mile Rd.) Madison Heights. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral 10:30 a.m. at Lutheran Church of the Master, 3333 Coolidge Rd., Troy. Interment Highland Cemetery. Memorials for Zachary Mark Dzbanski (checks payable to Anthony or Linda Dzbanski) c/o Lutheran Church, of the Master, 3333 Coolidge Rd., Troy MI 48084., 1 guest book message |
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Daniel Salas, age 52, of Holland, passed away on Thursday February 5, 2009. Daniel was born in Brownfield, TX in 1956 and for the past 42 years was a resident of Holland, MI.  He worked at Howard Miller for 29 years. He was preceded in death by his brother, Roger Gonzales in 1975. Surviving are his wife, Lupe Salas of Holland; his daughter, Danielle Salas of Holland; his parents, Erby and Anita Gonzales of Holland; his brothers, Ervey Gonzales Jr. of Holland, Ramiro “Romo” Gonzales of Holland, Rodolfo Gonzales of Chapel Hill, NC, his step children: Alfonso and Criselda Arredondo II, Adrienne and John Ross, Julian and Jerrie Arredondo, all of Zeeland; eight grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in law: Rudy and Suzie Herrera, Bill Herrera, Pete and Ramona Herrera, Robert and Debra DeLeon, Roy and Alice DeLeon, Dolores Gambrell, Thomas and Barbara Gabryszewski, Alicia Ortiz; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday February 10, 2009 at St Francis de Sales Catholic Church, corner of 13th and Maple with Rev. Fr. Charles Brown officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday February 9, 2009 from 5-7pm at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. Burial will take place in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. The family requests that flowers be sent directly to the church. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Northwood Chapel. www.lifestorynet.com   |
Darlene M. (DeeDee) Weber-Foley Monday, February 9, 2009 11:48 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Darlene M. (DeeDee) Weber-Foley, 41, of Coldwater died Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009 at her home. The funeral service will be held on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Union City High School Gymnasium with Pastor David Pierce of the First Baptist Church officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 from 4-9:00 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater and again, prior to the service, on Friday at the Union City High School Gymnasium beginning at 12 noon until the time of the service. Dar was born Aug. 4, 1967 in Coldwater to Dale and Marilyn (May) Weber. She married Thomas Foley on May 28, 1994 in Union City. Dar was a lifelong resident of Branch County. She received her BA from Michigan State University in 1989 and her Masters from Western Michigan University in the late 1990’s. Dar was a teacher in Fairland, Ind. for one year and has been teaching in the Union City School District for the last 18 years, currently teaching second grade. She was a member of the Union City Congregational Church, the Coldwater Recreation softball and volleyball teams and the Kalamazoo Soccer Zone Soccer Team. She has coached AYSO Soccer, Union City track, and middle and high school boys/girls basketball. She was an avid, disciplined runner which led to her participation in two marathon races in Chicago. Dar’s first kindergarten class are seniors this year; she was excited and looking forward to presenting diplomas to her students. Mrs. Foley was a compassionate teacher, coach, mentor, teammate, hero and advocate for children’s welfare and special needs students. She was an awesome, special, unique teacher who touched many several hundred lives in her teaching career, leaving a lasting, lifetime impression. Dar is survived by her husband Tom, her son Heath, her mother Marilyn and John Shiery of Coldwater, her brothers Dr. Larry (Jill) Granger of Ft. Collins, Colo., David Weber of Bronson, Timothy Granger of Union City and Brian (Sylvia) Weber of Tekonsha; her sisters LaDonna (Jack) Smith of Howell, Susan (Greg) Rubley of Coldwater, Lynne (Bob) Rudy of Mendon, Brenda (Bill) Christy of Layton, Utah and Marla (Russ) Rurka of Allen; stepbrothers and sisters Tim (Joyce) Shiery, Terry (Diane) Shiery, Susan (Dennis) Herman and Sandra Jo (Brian) Keplinger, all of Coldwater; grandmother Esther Hite of Coldwater, mother and father-in-law Susan and Mike Helm of Coldwater, grandmother and grandfather-in-law Florence and the late Wier Ewers of Coldwater, father and mother-in-law Steve and Tara Foley of Shorewood, Ill., brothers-in-law Jon (Rachael) Foley of Coldwater, Travis Foley of Colorado, Tyler (Jeanette) Foley of Hawaii, Matt (Shannon) Helm of Arizona, Mary Mitchell of Ypsilanti and many, many nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews including one very special niece Amber, to whom Dar donated a kidney in 2005. Knowing this is a special comfort as we know Dar continues to be with us. She was preceded in death by her father Dale Weber. Memorials may be directed to The Dar Foley Scholarship Fund. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook. |
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Pastor David B. Potts, age 68, of Sturgis, went to join his Lord and Savior Monday morning, Feb. 9, 2009, at the Sturgis Hospital emergency room. He was born April 11, 1940, in Kalamazoo, Mich., a son to the late John and Beatrice (Howing) Potts. Pastor Potts had resided in the Sturgis and Kalamazoo area most of his life. On August 21, 1959, he married Mary Kolb in Kalamazoo. He was currently serving as Outreach Pastor at the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene. Prior to joining the Nazarene church, he had served as pastor at the Fellowship Bible Church and Fish Lake Bible Church both in Sturgis, the Otsego Baptist Church in Otsego and the Wayside Chapel in Plainwell. He was a board member of the Thunderbird Beach Association and loved fishing and spending time on the lake. He also enjoyed playing golf, hunting, hockey and most all sports. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 50 years, Mary; three daughters, Karen (Patrick) Renoos of Lawton, Patricia (James) McNeil of Sturgis and Debbie (Steve) Ridenour of Elkhart, Ind.; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a brother, John (Doris) Potts Jr. of Portage; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene, 70031 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Pastor David Potts will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church. The Rev. John Shoup and Pastor Duane Rensberry will officiate. Burial will take place at the Alamo Township Cemetery. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis, is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Pastor Potts’ memory consider the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene. His obituary is also at www.Tributes.com.   |
David E. Wagner 1919-2009 David Earl Wagner, 89, Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2009, peacefully at his home. He was born in Harbor Beach on March 24, 1919 to the late David E. and Grace (Carr) Wagner. Dave and Anna Shubitowski were united in marriage on April 16, 1955. Dave graduated from Harbor Beach High School in 1938 and from the Bay City Business College in 1940. He was drafted into the army in 1942 with the first army draft from Huron County and was stationed in France and Germany. After his discharge he was employed at Huron Milling Company and Hercules, Inc. until his retirement in 1985. Dave was a member of the American Legion Post 197 of Harbor Beach and a life member of the Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Anna Wagner, Harbor Beach; three sons, David (Mary) Wagner, Oakland Township, Michael (Nashua) Wagner, New Hampshire and Daniel (Kelly) Wagner, Wixom; two daughters, Grace (Greg) Williams, Acworth, Ga. and Colette Rossetti, Woodstock, Ga.; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 7, 2009 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. Fr. Bill Spencer officiated, with burial taking place in the Our Lady of Lake Huron Church Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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POTTS, Pastor David B. Age 68 Of Sturgis Went to join his Lord and Savior Monday morning February 9, 2009 at the Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. He was born April 11, 1940 in Kalamazoo, Michigan a son to the late John and Beatrice (Howing) Potts. Pastor Potts had resided in the Sturgis and Kalamazoo area most of his life. On August 21, 1959 he married Mary Kolb in Kalamazoo. He was currently serving as Outreach Pastor at the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene. Prior to joining the Nazarene church he had served as pastor at the Fellowship Bible Church and Fish Lake Bible Church both in Sturgis, the Otsego Baptist Church in Otsego and the Wayside Chapel in Plainwell. He was a board member of the Thunderbird Beach Association and loved fishing and spending time on the lake. He also enjoyed playing golf, hunting, hockey and most all sports. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 50 years, Mary; three daughters, Karen (Patrick) Renoos of Lawton, Patricia (James) McNeil of Sturgis and Debbie (Steve) Ridenour of Elkhart, Indiana; ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; one brother, John (Doris) Potts, Jr. of Portage and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 PM Wednesday at the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene, 70031 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Pastor David Potts will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at the church. The Rev. John Shoup and Pastor Duane Rensberry will officiate. Burial will take place at the Alamo Township Cemetery. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes - Rosenberg Chapel , 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Pastor Potts memory consider the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene 70031 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at www.Tributes.com |
VALLEY, David Edward - Age 56, of Mt. Morris, died Sunday, February 8, 2009 at Providence Park Hospital in Novi. Services will be held 4 PM Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint. Visitation will be held from 12 PM until the time of service Wednesday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Humane Society. David was born August 5, 1952 in Flint, the son of Richard and Jane (Mathews) Valley. He married Rita Atwell on January 5, 1979. David retired from Nabisco after 35 years of service. He was a "jack of all trades" and "grill master". Surviving are: wife, Rita; three children, Rachel of Troy, Sarah of Midland, and Paul of Mt. Morris; mother, Jane Valley; six siblings, Cheryl, Tom, Paul, Rick, Jaynie, and Matt; many nieces and nephews and granddogs. His father preceded him in death. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Dennis Novotny, 58, passed away, January 30, 2009, at home. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, Mich.  |
Donald J. Miller 1944-2009 Donald J. Miller, 64, Ruth, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at St. Mary's Medical Center of Saginaw. He was born on June 30, 1944 in Ruth to the late Ignatius and Loretta (Lemanski) Miller. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Brown on June 27, 1964. Don worked as a meat cutter in several stores for many years. He loved hunting, working with his tractor on his hobby farm and he especially loved his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, Ruth; daughters, Tammy Harmon, Mayville, Dawn (Ric) Bischer, Yale, Madonna (Ambrose) Messing, Ruth and Tanya (Jose) Hernandez, Palm Coast, Fla.; 11 grandchildren, Heather Harmon, Greg Harmon, Chelsea Bischer, Sidney Bischer, Bailey Bischer, Brady Bischer, Justin Messing, Mitchell Messing, Kara Messing, Lily Hernandez and Adriana Hernandez; one great-granddaughter, Emma Fryers and a sister, Barbra (Richard) Gorney, Harbor Beach. Funeral mass was held on Saturday, February 7, 2009 in the St. Mary's Catholic Church of Parisville. Fr. Peter Nwokoye officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery in the spring. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Donald K. Pohjola, 69, of 130 W. Pewabic St., Ironwood, died Friday morning, Feb. 6, 2009, in Ironwood. |
Dora "Leone" Yost, age 101, of Beaverton, passed away Saturday Feb. 7, 2009. |
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Doris J. Meyer, age 91, of Bronson, Mich., 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, a 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; two sisters,  Ardis (Richard) Barnebee of Mendon and Arlene (John) Collins 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. She is also survived by two sisters,, Ardis (Richard) Barnebee of Mendon and Arlene (John) Collins of Leonidas.  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 Wednesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson, with the Rev. Don Matteson officiating.  Interment will follow in Matteson Township Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the service at the funeral home. 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.  Her obituary is also at www.kolcz.com, where private messages may be left for the family.        |
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Doris Mae Murphy, age 69‚ of Constantine, Mich., passed away Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at the Life Care Center of Plainwell. She was born in Mishawaka, Ind., on March 26, 1939, a daughter of William and Coral (Thornton) Henning. Doris graduated from Edwardsburg High School in 1957. While working at the Studebaker Co. she met George Murphy Jr. They were united in marriage on Aug. 31, 1962 in Niles. She was employed by various departments of Constantine Schools from 1977 to 2001. Doris built and administered the family photography business for over 20 years. She enjoyed basket weaving and traveling with her family. Doris was a member of the Barry Historical Society, and the Mary Ann Club with Studebaker. She enjoyed gardening, and had an abiding love of Boston Terriers, and of Boris her Boston Terrier in particular. Surviving are her husband George Murphy, Constantine; daughter and son-in-law Nadine and Brad Knapp of Indianapolis; son and daughter-in-law George and Yuka Murphy III of Japan. She was preceded in death by her parents. Relatives and friends will be received from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine. Memorial contributions may be made to West Michigan Cancer Center. On line messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.   |
Dorothy Clark, age 85, of Milan passed away Friday evening February 6, 2009. |
Dorothy Louise Thompson Ballou, of Lansing, went to be with her precious Savior on Feb. 7, 2009. |
Dr. James R. Bower 1932-2009 James R. Bower, 76, Caseville, passed away on January 29, 2009, with his family by his side at Arbor Hospice in Ann Arbor. James Russell Bower was born on October 12, 1932 in Detroit. He was valedictorian of the Class of 1950 at Elkton Community High School and salutatorian at Central Michigan University in 1954. The first in his family to graduate college, Jim continued his higher education earning both a Master of Arts in Mathematics and a PhD in Education and Psychology from the University of Michigan s Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies at Ann Arbor. He was employed during three decades at the University of Michigan as an educator, psychologist and admissions director. Dr. Bower also owned a private practice and spent twenty years as a psychologist in the Van Buren / Belleville school district until he retired. Jim and Bev spent most weekends and summers at their cottage north of Caseville, which they purchased in 1970. Through highschool, Jim helped run the Bower Dairy Bar at Oak Beach, which was built by his parents, Harvey M. and Alvena Bower. Jim shared his passion for music, travel and creative expression with family and friends. He played tuba and piano, loved movies, musicals and people. Strangers became fast friends. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Beverly; twin sons, Jeffrey (Jayne) Bower, Ann Arbor and Jonathan (Joyce) Bower, Byron Center; daughter, Jamie (Kenneth) Maskell, Concord, Calif.; his namesake, James (Barbara) Bower, Byron Center; four pairs of grandchildren, Benjamin and Jonathan James, Bradley and Sara, Jenna and Kristen and Andrew James and Kersten and his sister, Carol (James) Hunt, Boise, Idaho. He was preceded in death by his proud parents, Harvey M. and Alvena Bower, Port Austin; his sister, Myrtle and his brother, Warren. The life of Dr. James R. Bower was celebrated at a special family gathering featuring scripture, food, music, tears and laughter. In lieu of flowers, honor him with contributions to a charity of your choice. With strong legs pumping pedals on the grandest piano of them all, his humor and sparkle light the heavens, night and day, until we re all reunited side by side. Arrangements were handled by the Cremation Society of Michigan. |
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EPLEY PERRY C |
Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Twp.), 54880 VanDyke at 25 Mile Rd. Scriptural Rosary Wednesday 7 p.m. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. at Assumption Grotto Church, 13770 Gratiot, Detroit until Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Christian Memorial. Share memories at |
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84, of Grand Lake, Michigan formerly of Ferndale, died February 7, 2009, loving wife of the late Nate Estes, Proud Mother of Elizabeth Notarangelo (Tony), Martha Finck (Phillip), and Judson Estes (Carole), loving grandmother of Adriana, Alexander, William, Charlotte, and David, dear sister of David Forbes (Doreen) and the late John Forbes (Barbara). Services on Thursday, February 12 at 1:30 p.m., Christ Church Grosse Pointe, 61 Grosse Pointe Blvd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI. In lieu of flowers please consider Michigan Humane Society. Please visit on line guest book at, to share a memory. |
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Edna Mae Mc Donald age 83, of Douglas, died Saturday, February 07, 2009.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Ivan Gordon Mc Donald and Mother, Iva Snyder.  Edna was a member of Ganges Baptist Church.  She is survived by her sons, Donald and Annette Mc Donald of Westchester, OH, Richard and Pat Mc Donald of Seminole, FL, Kenneth and Pat Mc Donald of Paddock Lake, WI, David Mc Donald of Bartow, FL; 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren; Sister and brother, Mary Knoll of Holland, Daniel and Sherry Snyder of Zeeland; in-laws, Donald and Gladys Mc Donald of Michigan, Kenneth and Norma Mc Donald of Punta Gorda, FL; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 10, at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. Holland with Pastor Thomas Case officiating. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.  Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland or the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. An online registry is available at www.notierverleelangeland.com.   |
Edwin J. Zick 1919-2009 Edwin J. Zick, 89, Harbor Beach, formerly of Port Hope, passed away Sunday, February 08, 2009 at Courtney Manor Nursing Home in Bad Axe. He was born on April 1, 1919 in Port Hope to the late Albert and Otilda (Arntz) Zick. Edwin was united in marriage to Esther Steinbis on April 10, 1948 in Port Hope. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope, a member of Farm Bureau and the Port Hope Senior Citizens. Edwin enjoyed fishing and playing euchre with his family and friends, as he was a member of several card clubs. He is survived by his wife, Esther Zick, Harbor Beach; children, Gary Zick, Caro, Gail (Gary) Wertz, Traverse City, Ron (Janet) Zick, Charlotte, N.C. and Peggy (Jim) Beutel, Pinconning; five grandchildren; one soon great-grandchild and a sister, Beatrice Carson, Harbor Beach. He was preceded in death by brothers, Arthur, Durell and Wilbert Zick and sister, Esther Liedke. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 12 noon in the St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope. Rev. Greg Eilers will officiate, with burial taking place in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday will be in the church beginning at 11 a.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or the donors choice. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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On February 7, 2009, Elizabeth Ann Becker passed away at Oak Crest Manor in Holland.  Elizabeth began life in Oklahoma, where she attended a Community College.  She became a dental assistant with the Civil Service at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, where she met her husband, Bill, a dashing pilot.  After the war they were married for 50 years prior to his death in February, 1996.    In Oklahoma they owned and operated “Becker's Food Market” for many years.  The Korean conflict called Bill back in the Army.   After a short stint the family ended up in West Virginia.  Elizabeth was then a homemaker and Bill continued in the food industry.   Later the family transferred to Fennville, Michigan.  In Fennville, Elizabeth began substitute teaching and then taught in the Migrant Program until her retirement in 1979.  Before, after and during retirement she and Bill enjoyed many years of playing golf with friends here and in Florida. Elizabeth is survived by a daughter, Marion (Rick) Haynes of Grandville; and grandchildren, Nicholas (Becca) Haynes of Louisville, KY, and Sarah Haynes of San Francisco, CA. Memorial services will be  at 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church with  Revs. Dennis Perkins and Lynn Pier-Fitzgerald officiating.  Burial will be in Fort Custer National Cemetery. Visitation will be 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Friday at  Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland. For more information and an online registry, visit www.lifestorynet.com.   |
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Eva Lester, age 81, of Morenci passed away Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending with Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci. |
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Age 61, February 9, 2009. Beloved husband of Julie for 39 years. Loving father of Michael (Rachel) and Rebecca Ferrario. Proud grandfather of Mitchell and Matthew. Dear brother of Dennis (Mary). Memorial visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Memorial Mass Friday 9:30 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church, 95 Market St., Mt. Clemens, 48043. Interment Port Sanillac Cemetery. Donations preferred to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at |
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Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
Frank Pastor Grass Lake Frank Pastor, 97, passed away Saturday (February 7, 2009) at Country Meadows in Grass Lake. He was born August 25, 1911, in Bad Axe, the son of David and Lena (Marks) Pastor. He is survived by his son, Gary Pastor. A Natural Farewell has taken place and there will be no public services. Arrangements entrusted to the Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Braun Chapel. |
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Thursday, February 12, from 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Voran Funeral Home, (Allen Park Chapel) 5900 Allen Rd. Interment Our Lady of Hope Cemetery, Brownstown, MI. Please visit our online guestbook at |
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February 9, 2009, age 71, of Westland. Beloved husband of Lois. Dear father of Elizabeth, Diana, Steven, and the late Paul. Loving brother of Betty (Bob) Stottlemyer and the late Herman Jr., and Bob. Grandfather of Leah, Quentin, Tyler, Jacey, and Dominick. Uncle of Donna Beaupre, Chris, Mark, and David Stottlemyer. Funeral Thursday 6 p.m. at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland. Family will receive friends Thursday 12-6 p.m. Please visit and sign a tribute at www.uhtfh.com. |
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at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Wednesday 4-8 p.m. Memorials appreciated to Beaumont Hospice, 1200 Stephenson Hwy., Troy, MI 48083. Obituary and condolences at |
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GUSMANO ELEANOR |
Thursday 2-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr). In state Friday 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass 11 a.m. at St. Thecla Catholic Church, 20740 Nunneley (at Groesbeck) Clinton Twp. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories at www.bcfh.com, 1 guest book message |
George E. Murray Lapeer George E. Murray, 87, of Lapeer (formerly of Hammond, Ind.) passed away Sunday (February 8, 2009). He was born September 1, 1921, in Inkster, N.D., to George and Edith (Warner) Murray. He married Nora M. Bergerson on May 5, 1946 in Chicago, Ill. Mr. and Mrs. Murray were members of Christ the King Lutheran Church, Lapeer. George served in the U.S. Navy, as a Corpman, in WWII. He worked at Union Carbide and Pullman Standard. George enjoyed traveling, fishing and feeding the birds. Mr. Murray was a loyal Cubs baseball fan and, most importantly, a loving husband and family man. He is survived by his wife, Nora Murray of Lapeer; children, Glenn (Linda) Murray of Lapeer and Debbie (Ron) Stallings of Imlay City; 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Edith Murray; 6 brothers and 4 sisters. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church Building Fund, P. |
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George Henry McClain, age 90, of Mendon, Mich., died Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at his home, following a long illness.  He was born in Leonidas Township on Aug. 1, 1918, to Charles Henry and Martha L. (Rench) Becker.  His father died when Henry was very young, and he was adopted by Robert John McClain.  Henry was a lifetime resident of the Mendon area, and attended the Cupp Country School. He served with the U.S. Army in the South Pacific during World War II. Henry established McClain Excavating and was the initial excavator for Swiss Valley Ski Resort, and dug most of the early irrigation ponds in St. Joseph County.  He was a member of the former VFW Post #4898 and the Mendon Kiwanis Club.  He was a 4-H Leader for several years when his children were young. Following his retirement, Henry volunteered for Habitat for Humanity and enjoyed making furniture and woodworking. He was currently a member of the New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church. Henry was married to (Juanita) Jeanne Simpson on Aug. 13, 1951, in Mendon.  She survives, along with five children, Dana Webster of Berrien Springs, John McClain (Patty) of Mendon, Tom McClain (Cheryl) of Sun City, Ariz., Jim McClain (Mary) of Sturgis, and Dick McClain (Kim) of South Bend, Ind.; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren;  four brothers, Robert McClain and Ernest McClain of Three Rivers, Stanley McClain and Donald McClain of Mendon; two sisters, Mary Spealman and Martha McClain both of Mendon; several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Charles McClain; and a sister, Anna Oldenburg. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday,  at the funeral home, with the Rev. Clint Zehr, pastor of the New Covenant Christian Fellowship Church of Colon, officiating. Military interment will be in Mendon Cemetery.  Memorial donations are suggested to the Mendon Food Cupboard.  Online register and condolences may be sent to www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.    |
George N. Pappas, age 88, of Huron Township, MI died on February 9, 2009, in Trenton, MI. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel on Wednesday, February 11, 2009, from 1 to 9 PM. |
Gertrude McNair, age 89, a resident of Monroe, MI since 1947, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2009 at 10:43 PM surrounded by her loving family. She had been in declining health for the past 4 months. |
Gertrude McNair, 89, of Monroe died at 10:43 p.m. Sunday at home. |
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Gudrun Jochim, 75, passed away, February 7, 2009, at home. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, Mich. |
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"CHRIS" Age 36 of Grand Rapids, formerly of Berkley. Survived by his loving wife, Jill (Billel) Hilty; beloved father of Catherine, Brady and Emily; parents, Gerald and Coral Hilty; brothers, Tre (Monica) Hilty, Scott Hilty; sister, Kimberly (Joe) Barrett; grandmothers, Josephina Attia and Barbara Louden; parents-in-law, Richard and Mary Billel; sister-in-law, Mandy (Matthew) Shortt; nieces and nephew, Abigail and Julia Hilty, Cade and Mackenzie Barrett. Chris' loves in his life were his family and golf. For Funeral information contact Gerst Funeral Homes at 616/949-7350. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Oppenheimer Scholars Edge for the Hilty Children's Education Fund, c/o O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home, 3980 Cascade Rd. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. |
HUNDZINSKI EDWARD J |
Thursday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Scripture Service Thursday 8:00 p.m., in state Friday 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. time of Mass at St. Anne Church, 32000 Mound (between 13 and 14 Mile Rds.). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to St. Anne Parish or Karmanos Cancer Center appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
HUNTER ELDER LOUIS C |
September 4, 1915-February 2, 2009. Age 93. Pastor of Whitlock Memorial C.O.G.I.C. in Detroit for 40 years. Superintendent and 1st Administrative Assistant to Bishop Fred Lewis of Southwest Michigan Jurisdiction #4. Beloved husband of JoLaine Hunter, father to Mrs. Jerilyn A. Coleman and Ms. Faye L. Sanders. Grandfather to Mrs. Dimitria (Fred) Sanders-Madlock. Leaves to mourn a faithful cousin, Mrs. Wardell Hunter of Detroit; many nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Viewing and Memorial Service: Whitlock Memorial C.O.G.I.C. 6000 Epworth St., Detroit, Wednesday, February 11, 2009 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Homegoing Celebration Thursday, February 12, 2009 11:00 a.m. Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ, 19190 Schaefer Hwy. Detroit, MI 48235. Superintendent John D. Sheard, Host Pastor. Bishop Fred Lewis, Southwest Michigan #4 Officiating. |
Harold L. Holm, 85, of Charlevoix, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
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Harold L. Ruble, 80, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Feb. 9, 2009 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born April 7, 1928 in Cameron, W.Va. to Ruffus and Jessie (McGranahan) Ruble. He was married Nov. 26, 1950 to Rosalie L. Clegg and she preceded him in death June 6, 2008. Harold was a former machinist for Dana Corporation and was retired as a custodian for Hillsdale Community Schools. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, a member of the American Legion and a member of First Baptist Church in Hillsdale. Harold enjoyed gardening and was devoted to his family. He is survived by three daughters, Debra (Dennis) Wainscott of Hillsdale, Dlorah (Jim) Ball of St. Clairsville, Ohio, and Brenda (Richard) Kramerick of Moundsville, W.Va.; a daughter-in-law, Connie Ruble-Brown of Hillsdale;  seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Besides his wife Rosalie, he was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Marty; and a brother. Funeral services for Harold Ruble will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday the First Baptist Church in Hillsdale with the Rev. James Olinger officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the First Baptist Church of Hillsdale or the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Harold Van Den Bosch Sr., age 83, of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, February 9, 2009.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice, in 2007; his son, Ron, in 1965; and a granddaughter, Erin Marie O’Connor, in 1993  Stretch served his country in the Navy during World War II.  He retired as President of Zeeland Lumber in 1981 and continued to serve on the board of Zeeland Lumber and the John A. Van Den Bosch Company.  He was a longtime member of First Christian Reformed Church in Zeeland and served on the church council.  Stretch was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and golf.  He is survived by his children, Harold Jr. and Linda Van Den Bosch of Douglas, James Alan Van Den Bosch of Holland, Beth Ann and Steve Kiekintveld of Zeeland, Sandra Kay and Kevin O’Connor of Holland; daughter-in-law, Arla Richter of Texas; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers, Amy Borgman of Zeeland, Fred and Carol Van Den Bosch of Holland, Ruth Vander Bie of Holland, John Van Den Bosch of Holland; brothers and sisters-in-law, Loraine Van Den Bosch of Holland, John Jr. and Marian Huyser of Zeeland, Evelyn and Warren Baar of Texas, Gayle Evenhuis of Zeeland, Vernon Huyser of Grand Haven, Phyllis Huyser of Borculo, Eva Huyser of Jenison.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday at First Christian Reformed Church with Reverend Bill Van Den Bosch officiating.  Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to the Bridge Ministry at First Christian Reformed Church or the Christian Learning Center at Zeeland Christian School.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.     |
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Harriet Kok, age 84 of Holland passed away on Saturday, February 07, 2009 at Select Hospital in Muskegon. Harriet was a member of Trinity Reformed Church and was preceded in death by her husband Junior in 2007, sons in law Freddy Turic in 2000 and Bobby Lawrence 2007. She is survived by her children: Judy Turic of Holland; Karen Lawrence of Holland; Larry and Joan Kok of Arizonia; Linda and Joel King of Gerber, CA; 8 Grandchildren; 9 Great Grandchildren; Brothers and sisters: Lester and Leona Vereeke of Holland; Glen and Shirley Vereeke of Zeeland; Donald and Shirley Vereeke Allendale; Several nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be 1:00PM Thursday, February 12, 2009 at Trinity Reformed Church 712 Apple Ave in Holland. Rev. John DeKam will be officiating.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 12:00 – 1:00PM at Trinity Reformed Church prior to the service. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice. An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.     |
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Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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Helene Elizabeth Postma, age 87, of West Olive, devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, February 8, 2009. She was born in Dorr, MI, and was a life-long resident of the Holland area.  She was a charter member of Beechwood Reformed Church of Holland were she was involved for many years with the Wednesday evening program, and also delivering Meals on Wheels.  She retired from General Electric.   She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Christopher Postma, in 1993; infant granddaughter; and grandson, Mathew King, in 2004: three sisters and one brother. Her family includes her children, Wayne and Diann Postma,  Donna and Delwyn Dykstra, Ronald Postma, Dennis and Linda Postma, Carol and Randy King, Ellen Flieman; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; in-laws, Hilda Kievit, Harold Troost , Anna and Elmer Deweerd, Ken and Sally Postma, and Lottie DeWitt; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at Beechwood Reformed Church, 895 Ottawa Beech Road, Holland MI. Visiting will be from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at The Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 295 Douglas Ave., Holland. Memorials may be made to Beechwood Church memorial fund or to Hospice of Holland. Please visit www.lifestorynet .com to sign Helene's online registry, share a photo, or read her life story.   |
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Henry McClain, age 89 of Mendon, died Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at his home.  Arrangements will be announced by the Eickhoff Funeral Home of Mendon.   |
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IN LOVING MEMORY OF James M. Racknor 11/11/47 - 01/11/09 A month of tomorrows has started without you, and we still find our eyes filled with tears. We know a angel called your name and took you up above. God saw you getting tired and full of pain with tearful eyes we watched you suffer then fade away. We didn't want to lose you, but we knew relief was not to be. God closed your tired eyes now emptiness and memories must take the place of you. We all miss you. Your wife, kids and grand kids. |
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Ila Fay Russell, 94, of Debary, Fla., went home to be with the Lord, Feb. 2, 2009. She was born in Manitou Beach, and lived in the surrounding area for the majority of her life. Ila worked as a nurses aide in the TB ward in Ann Arbor and received a cosmetology degree from Hillsdale Beauty School. She retired from Mohawk Tool but continued her hair dressing business for many years after. Ila married Leslie Gallippo in 1938, who preceded her in death, and had three children, Carol (Wendell) Mitchell of Frontier, Bonnie (Charles) Weakley of Cambria, and Karen (Dave) Parkhurst of Debary, Fla. Ila married Guy Russell in 1957, who preceded her in death, and added four more children to her family, Bob Russell of Hillsdale, Jane (Glen) Keith of Frontier, Guy (Debbie) Russell of Frontier, and Penny (Gary) Snyder of Montgomery. She had 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one sister Dorothy Smith of Adrian. Ila raised two families and was very active in her church, teaching Sunday school and helping wherever help was needed. Also preceding her in death were one grandson, Charles Weakley; six sisters; and one brother. Arrangements are pending. |
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will be held Friday 3-9 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski and Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12½ Mile). Henry will lie in state Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of his Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Sylvester Catholic Church in Warren. Please shares memories at |
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Jack Close Gerrie, 68, of Boyne City, passed away Feb. 8, 2009, at home after a courageous battle with cancer. |
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James C. Vantine, Sr. Ortonville James C. Vantine, Sr., 96, of Ortonville passed away Thursday (February 5, 2009). Mr. Vantine owned and operated Vantine Farms. He was a member of the Ortonville Lions Club, Michigan Milk Producers Assn., Oakland County Farm Bureau, Ortonville Masonice Lodge #339 F & AM and Eastern Star where he was Past Worthy Patron. He was also a former member of the Land Bank Board, Ortonville School Board and Ortonville Cemetery Board. He was the beloved husband of the late Madeline Vantine; dear father of Gwen (John) Robinson of Metamora, James C. (Nadine) Vantine, Jr. and Jerry Vantine, both of Ortonville; also survived by 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. Memorial contributions may be made to Brandon Twp. Fire EMS. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Funeral services were held Monday (February 9, 2009) at Oakwood Community Chuch, 5791 Oakwood Rd., Ortonville. Interment followed at Ortonville Cemet |
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James E. Duncan, age 72 of Adrian, formerly of Somerset, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009 at the home of his daughter and son-in-law at Silver Lake in Woodstock Township. He was born on June 12, 1936 in Charleston, Tenn., to Wilbur Leslie “Amos” and Verna Ann (Dudley) Duncan. He married Darleen C. Yanakeff in 1980 in Addison, and she preceded him in death on Nov. 11, 2004.  Jim lived in Adrian for most of his life. He raised his children at Posey Lake; then shared a home with his wife Darleen in Somerset for many years. After the loss of his wife, he moved back to the Adrian area. He attended Adrian High School. He volunteered for Habitat for Humanity, he enjoyed bingo, blackjack, traveling and carpentry. Jim loved spending time with his family, especially with his grandkids. Jim is survived by his dear friend, Connie Willnow; one daughter, Pamela and Steve Ames of Cement City; two sons, Keith and Beth (Gutierrez) Duncan of Adrian, Kevin and Cindy (Cox) Duncan of White Lake, Mich.; grandchildren, Matthew Duncan, Daniel Duncan, Kelly and Derek McKelvey, Marcie Ames, Heather and Tommy Clark, Anthony Duncan; great-grandchildren, Taylor and Cullen Clark; two sisters, Ethel Walworth of Clayton, Roberta Cates of Tracy, Calif. He was preceded in death by his wife, Darleen (Yanakeff) Duncan; one brother, Garner Eugene Duncan; one sister, Annie Lucille Webster; and his parents, Verna and Amos Duncan. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Gail Blum officiating. Burial will take place in Somerset Cemetery in Somerset. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Monday and 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com |
Hare, James A. Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Sunday, February 08, 2009, at Covenant-Cooper. Age 75 years. Complete obituary will be published in Tuesday's edition. Arrangements by W.L. Case and Co. Funeral Directors. www.casefuneralhome.com |
James Lee Huber, 39, of Ludington, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 6. Jim died unexpectedly from injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident. He was born August 22, 1969 the son of Robert (Bob) and R... |
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Jeffery J. Austin of Milan, age 36, died Feb. 5 at home. He was born Dec. 30, 1972 in Ann Arbor to James E. and Wilma L. (Bowen) Austin. |
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John P. Brown Jr., age 59, of 69669 South River Road, White Pigeon, Mich., died Monday Feb. 9, 2009, at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, Ind., after an extended illness. He was born Dec. 6, 1949, in Chicago, a son of John P. and Virginia (Erskine) Brown Sr. He was a U.S.  Navy veteran of Vietnam. He married Lana M. Stieglitz on June 8, 1974, in Tinley Park, Ill. He was a telephone repairman for Ameritech for 32 years. He enjoyed baseball and was involved withe Bulldog Baseball Program in Tinley Park for over 20 years, having a baseball field named for him. He also enjoyed racing, driving his 1973 Corvette, remote-control cars and the St. Joseph River. Surviving are his wife; two sons, Dan (Patty) Brown of Roselle, Ill, and Tom Brown of Mokena, Ill; two sisters, Joanne Robertson and Jackie (Rusty) Rinehart of Tupelo, Miss.; a brother, James (Caran) Brown, of Tupelo; his mother, Virginia Brown of Tupelo; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Funeral services are at 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Richard Altine of St. Joseph Catholic Church officiating. Visitation and services will also be held in Tinley Park, Ill., later in the week. Burial will take place in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Joliet, Ill.   |
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Jon D. Green, age 70, of Delta, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009. He was born Feb. 24, 1938, in Detroit, Mich., to Hubbard and Mary (Moore) Green. On March 8, 1979, he married Donna (Wyse) Ehrsam in Florida and she survives. Jon enjoyed Stock Car Racing and was very involved in making Oakshade Raceway what it has become. He also enjoyed Harley Motorcycles and Semis. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, H.L. Green and his wife, Carrie, of Adrian; four stepchildren, Jim Ehrsam and his wife, Anita, of Wauseon, Ohio, Ron Ehrsam and his wife, Becky, of Lyons, Ohio, Pam Henricks and her husband, Terry, of Lyons, Ohio, and Nancy Eberly and her husband, Jerry, of Lyons, Ohio; three brothers, Jim Green and his wife, Patsy, of Winterhaven, Fla., Chad Green and his wife, Priscilla, of Polk City, Fla., and Kevin Green and his wife, Annabelle, of Costa Rica; 20 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Patrick Green, and a daughter, Cheryl Clark. 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. |
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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. |
Julia Lee McClanaghan, 52, of Charlevoix, died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009, at her home surrounded by her loving family. |
Zielinski Sr., Julian J. Pinconning, Michigan Mr. Zielinski, age 68 years, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Brian's House following a brief illness. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday from St. Michael's Church and friends may call at Lee-Ramsay Funeral Home on Wednesday 1 to 8 p.m. A complete obituary will be in Tuesday's edition. |
KENNETH R. KLAUS PALMS Kenneth R. Klaus, age 80, of Palms, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at St. Mary's of Saginaw after a long illness, surrounded by his family. He was born January 29, 1929 in Detroit, the son of the late Raymond and Evelyn (Erdman) Klaus. Ken attended Minden City School. After graduation he went on to sail the Great Lakes for six years as a first assistant engineer. He wed Marilyn Taylor in February 1953 and together they had seven children. He then joined the Army and served his country proudly. After his honorable discharge from the Army he settled in Palms and began farming. In July of 1986 he wed Sandra Warchuck. He was a salesman for Moorman's Feed and Asgrow Seed. He served on the Deckerville Community School Board of Education, the Deckerville Community Hospital Board and was Supervisor for Delaware Township for 32 years until December 2008. He was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Forestville. Ken loved to hunt, play cards, work on the farm, and visit with his friends and customers. He cherished spending time at his cabin in Roscommon with his family. He will truly be missed by all. Ken is survived by his wife, Sandy (Warchuck) Klaus of 23 years, Palms, his first wife, Marilyn Klaus of Port Sanilac, six children; Cinda (Dennis) Shanks of Onstead, Lynn (John) Meissner of Hartland, Mark (Sally) Klaus of Palms, Julie (Terry) Meissner of Cedar Springs, Kriss (Renee) Klaus of Lapeer and Eric (Kim) Klaus of Linden, two step-sons; Keith (Heidi) Mausolf of Minden City and Bradley (Angela) Mausolf of Forestville, 11 grandchildren; Beth (Rob) Flumignan, Lee (Kris) Norlock, Alicia and Jonathon Meissner, Dustin, Amanda, and Toni Klaus, Kenneth and Drew Eyer and Arieona and Addison Klaus, step-grandchildren; Michael and Hailey Mausolf, Katrina Mausolf, Alex and Zack Halifax, one great grandson; Ethan Flumignan, three brothers; Earl (Phyllis) Klaus of Deckerville, Ronald (Eleanor) Klaus of Palms, Dale Klaus of Deckerville, one sister; Charlotte Fisher of Flushing and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Evelyn Klaus, one daughter, Cheryl Klaus and one step-son, Scott Mausolf. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Kenneth R. Klaus were held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Palms with Pastor Richard Wilson officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Deckerville Community Hospital, Trinity Lutheran Church or the family discretionary fund. Condolences may be sent to |
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HIGBEE, Katherine R. - Age 86, of Swartz Creek, died Sunday, February 8, 2009 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Services will be 11AM Saturday, February 14, 2009 at Our Risen Lord Lutheran Church-ELCA, 4040 Lapeer Rd., Burton. Pastor Susan Lidums and Rev. Kevin Knox officiating. The family will receive friends 10AM Saturday until time of service at the church. Visitation will be 5-8PM Thursday and 1-4 and 6-9PM Friday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. A full obituary will appear in Tuesday's paper. |
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Kathryn (Kay) Brondyke age 93 of Holland went to be with her Lord Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Tender Care of Holland. She will be remembered as a loving, kind, caring, compassionate, and gentle mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend. Kay was born in Holland and was a lifelong resident. She had worked at Du Mez for many years. Kay was a faithful member of Trinity Reformed Church for 75 years, where she taught Sunday School and Catechism, was vitally active in the ministries within the church; and was involved in Bible Study Fellowship. Kay was preceded in death by her loving husband Ray on April 22, 2002 and a granddaughter Lynn (Brondyke) Rydell in March 2005. Surviving are her children Randy and Rose Brondyke of Holland and Carol and Doug Hartgerink of Holland and Palm Springs, CA; grandchildren Sue and Curt Van Duren, Nancy and Jim Knap, Dr. Todd and Beckie Hartgerink, Dr. Philip and Katie Hartgerink, Paul and Claire Whitmore, Andrew and Andrea Whitmore, and Dr. David and Karen Rydell; 11 great grand children; sister Dorothy Boeve Ruisard of Glen Ellyn, IL; sister-in-law Verna Boeve of Holland; numerous nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be 11 am Wednesday at the Trinity Reformed Church, 712 Apple Ave., with the Rev. Lynn Post officiating. Burial will be in the Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 pm Tuesday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Audio Scripture Ministries. Arrangements are by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street. For more information and an online registry, visit www.lifestorynet.com.   |
• Kathryn Petoskey-Myers, 66, of Manistee, died Friday, Feb. 6. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
Kristy Dusseau, age 27, of Flat Rock, MI. passed away Feb. 7 at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. Services are pending through Ford Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes in Rockwood. |
Kristy Renee Dusseau, age 28, of Flat Rock, MI. passed away February 7, 2009 at University of Michigan Hospital Ann Arbor, Mi. She had been ill with leukemia. Kristy was born on February 28, 1980 in Trenton, MI. |
LAWRENCE "LARRY" E. TONOWSKI PORT HURON Lawrence "Larry" Edward Tonowski , age 45, a resident of Port Huron passed away very unexpectedly on Friday February 6, 2009 at St. Joseph-Mercy Hospital in Port Huron. He was born on September 24, 1963 in Detroit a son of Lawrence F. and Rachel J. (MacDonald) Tonowski. Larry worked at Goodwill Industries in Port Huron for a number of years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus-St. Marys in Port Huron. Larry enjoyed football and a was dedicated Detroit Lions fan. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Larry is survived by his wife Brandi Fox-Tonowski of Port Huron, his parents; Larry F. and Rachel Tonowski of Croswell, one brother; James (Michele) Tonowski of Livermore, California, two sisters; Catherine (Doug) Watson of Croswell and Jayne Tonowski of Livermore, Califonia, several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a niece, Jennifer L. Watson in 1999. Funeral Mass was held at St.Patricks Catholic Church in Croswell with Fr. Donald J. Eppenbrock officiating. Interment followed in the Mt. Hope Catholic Cemetery. Memorials in memory of Larry may be made to the "March of Dimes." Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Six South Howard Avenue, Croswell, MI 48422. |
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Laura M. Slaughterbeck, age 82, of Temperance passed away Friday, Feb. 6, in her home with her daughters by her side. |
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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. |
Lawrence John Dluge, Jr. Mayville Lawrence John Dluge, Jr., 51, of Mayville, passed away Saturday (February 7, 2009) at his home. He was born July 4, 1957, in Detroit, the son of Lawrence and Judith (McDaniel) Dluge. He graduated from Roseville High School. Mr. Dluge served in the U.S. Marine Corps for two years and another two years in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. He boxed competitively while in the Marines. Larry married Nellie Stewart on April 19, 1996. He worked for Michigan Tree and Landscaping. He loved boating, riding motorcycles, horseback riding, dancing, western movies and body building. He loved his family and friends. Mr. Dluge is survived by his wife; father, Lawrence (Elaine) Dluge of Holy; grandfather, Edward Dluge of Roseville; step-father, Roger Dubay of Roseville; children, Jason (Tammy) Oliverei of Clinton Township, Deanna Willard of Mt. Clemens, Cassandra Lauderbach of Clinton Township, Tiffany Dluge of St. Clair; step-son, Bobby Skidmore of P |
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Lora Louise Grayless, age 48, of Clayton passed away unexpectedly Friday, Feb. 6, 2009, at her home. She was born in Tecumseh, Mich., on March 22, 1960, to Joseph and Lavena (Cornell) Shewman. Lora loved her family and especially enjoyed her nieces and nephews. She enjoyed visiting with family and friends and especially loved the warm weather with the sun shining on her face.  Lora worked as a nurse’s aid at Adrian Health Care and was a sorter for The Daily Telegram. She took great pride in finishing her schooling and obtaining her high school diploma. She will be greatly missed by her family. Lora is survived by her parents, her brothers and sisters, April (Ray) Meade of Clayton, Jenny (Mike) Garland of Manitou Beach, Netti Underwood of Laingsburg, Mich., Judy (Rick) Quigley of Adrian, Pam (George Siefert) Wortley of Adrian, Janet (Larrie Haskel) Thompson of Adrian, Brenda Swain of Apple Valley, Calif., Harley (Betty) Byers Sr. of Tecumseh and Gary Byers of Prattville, Mich., plus numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Earl Byers. Funeral services for Lora will be held Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009, at 1:30 p.m. at the Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Linda Farley officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian. Friends may visit the family on Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. You may also sign the register book or leave condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. |
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Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
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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. |
Evert Matthias Makinen, of Manistee, died at his home on Feb. 8, at age 91, after a diagnosis of liver cancer. At a concert only four days before, the West Shore Community College Concert Band perform... |
Margaret L. Humphrys Lapeer Margaret L. Humphrys, 80, of Lapeer, passed away Saturday (February 7, 2009). She was born June 22, 1928, in Alma, Mich., to Leo and Margaret (Barry) Norman. She married Despard "Des" Humphrys on February 19, 1955. Margaret was a Registered Nurse who began her career out of state, but finished at Lapeer Regional Hospital. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Mrs. Humphrys enjoyed collecting recipes- due to the size of her family, playing cards and just loved turtles. She is survived by her husband, "Des" Humphrys; children, Michael (Kay) Humphrys of North Branch, Kathy Humphrys-Vechell of Lapeer, Margaret (Paul) Waugh ofLapeer, James (LeeAnn) Humphrys of North Carolina, Sharon (Mark) Galla of Illinois, Mary (Randy) Arakawa of Illinois, Debra (David) Nienaber of Colorado, Janette (Chris) Heersche of Illinois, John Humphrys of Lapeer, David Humphrys of Lapeer; 33 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary (Ray) Sisan of S |
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Mark Allen Hutchinson, age 51, of Trenton, MI passed away February 6, 2009. |
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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. |
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Mary K. Baird, age 76 of LaGrange, Ind., died Monday, Feb. 9, 2009. A graveside service will be at  2:30 p.m. on Feb. 11, at Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange. Arrangements are by Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Mary Rose Webb, 96, of Ironwood, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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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. |
Michael J. Bonifacio, 57, of Monroe died at 4:25 p.m. Monday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Bacarella Funeral Home. |
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WATERSMEET, Mich. -- Nancy "Cleo" Peterson, of Watersmeet, passed away early Sunday morning, Feb. 8, at Wausau Aspirus Hospital with her loving family by her side. |
Nancy A. Sting 1945-2009 Nancy Ann Sting, 63, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 19, 2009, while under hospice care, following a four-year illness. She was born on March 16, 1945 in Roseville, the daughter of William and Edna Haas Winkler. She was married to Bob J. Sting on October 29, 1983 in Prescott by Rev. Dan Waxell. He was her husband and companion for 28 years. She passed away on her husband's birthday. She is survived by her husband, Bob. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place in Hudson, Fla. A memorial service was held on January 25, 2009 in Hudson, Fla. A grave side service and committal will take place at 2 p.m. on May 24, 2009 in Silverlawn Cemetery, Sebewaing. Pastor Ray Sting will officiate. Arrangements were handled by the Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Homes and Crematory, Hudson, Fla. |
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Nancy L. Azelton, age 74, passed away suddenly, on Feb. 4, 2009, in Gladwin. |
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Nelson F. Kramer 1913-2009 Nelson F. Kramer, 95, Sebewaing passed away Sunday, February 8, 2009. He was born in Unionville on April 18, 1913, son of William and Lydia (Beatenhead) Kramer. On July 24, 1937, he married Bernadine Biles in Fairgrove. She preceded him in death on March 8, 2005. Nelson retired as the Postmaster in Akron, where he served for 25 years. He was an avid golfer and a member of the Akron United Methodist Church. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Lou (Dwayne) Fischer, Bay City; grandchildren, Mark (Karen) Fischer, Unionville and Keith (Diane) Fischer, Elkton; granddaughter-in-law, Amy Fischer; grandson-in-law, Garry Bruce and great-grandchildren, Joel, Jared, Tyson and Kelly Fischer and Bess, BreeAnne and Beau Bruce. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Nancy (Fischer) Bruce; a grandson, Chris Fischer; seven brothers and four sisters. A memorial service will be held and announced at a later date by the Unionville Funeral Chapel, Unionville. |
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Orville H. Gardner Lapeer Orville H. Gardner, 81, of Lapeer, passed away Tuesday (February 3, 2009). Orville was a dedicated member of the Metamora/Hadley Masonic Lodge 210 and a member of the Delphi retiree Chapter 651. He worked for the City of Lapeer for 40 years and retired as the Superintendant of the DPW. He is survived by his loving wife Nona Gardner. Orville was her best friend and he meant the world to her, she just adored him. Orville is also survived by his children, Alton Gardner, Barry (Kathy) Gardner, and Chris (Denise) Gardner; step-daughter, Sheri (Dave) Elder; grandchildren, Michael (Mina), John, Jessica (Israel) Segura, Jason, Cheyanne, and Chad; step-grandchildren, David Elder III and Kendra (Tim) Davis; 3 great-grandchildren; 6 step-great-grandchildren; nephew, James (Debbie) Gardner; niece, Betty (Frank) DeFario. He is also survived by sister/brothers-in-law, Robert and Dorothy Marr, Charlene and Jerry Hall, Ivan and Jean Pletscher. He will be sa |
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Patricia M. “Trish” Anderson, age 50, of Tecumseh died suddenly at her home Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009. She was born May 5, 1958, in Detroit, to Frank and Irene (Zdanowicz) Lesniak. She is survived by her husband of 22 years, James; a daughter, Lindsey (Justin) LeBlanc; one grandson, Cole; and six brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents. At Tricia’s request cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at the American Legion, 101 W. Pottawatamie St., Tecumseh, on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., with a wake immediately following. No flowers, please. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
Thursday, February 5, 2009 3:44 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Pauline M. Robinson, 94, of Ashland Court in Ironwood, died Sunday Feb. 1, 2009, in Marshfield, Wis. |
Peggy A. Garner, 54, of Monroe died at 10 a.m. Sunday in her home. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Rupp Funeral Home, where services will be held at 12 noon Wednesday. The Rev. Marc Gawronski, pastor of St. Mary's Church, will officiate. |
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Phyllis M. Poradzisz, 62 of Coldwater, died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with the rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 at 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Phyllis was born April 3, 1946 in Hammond, Ind. to Stanley and Johanna (Svitco) Kostanczuk. She married Frank P. Poradzisz on Nov. 14, 1981 in Crown Point, Ind. Mrs. Poradzisz has lived in the Branch County area for 26 years. She worked at the Community Health Center of Branch Co. as a financial counselor for the past 22 years. Phyllis had a great love of animals and was a member and past president of the Humane Society of Branch County. She belonged to St. Mary’s Church and enjoyed gardening, cooking, camping, casinos, vacations and spending time with her family, especially her four grandchildren. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband Frank, her sons Scott (Brianna) Poradzisz of Coldwater, Gregg (Nicole) Poradzisz of Fremont, Ind., her brothers Ronald Kostanczuk of Whiting, Ind., Robert (Janet) Kostanczuk of Crown Point, Ind., her sister Barbara Sigo of Whiting, Ind., her four grandchildren Dawson and Macy Poradzisz of Coldwater and Evan and Gia Poradzisz of Fremont. Memorials may be directed to the ALS Clinic, Motor-Neuron Disease Fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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Reneé Howard, age 65, of Adrian passed away unexpectedly, Feb. 8, 2009, at The Toledo Hospital.  At her request, cremation and a private family memorial service have taken place. Arrangements by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
Richard Graham Antle, passed away peacefully on Feb. 8, 2009, at the age of 93. |
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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. |
SLOAN, Ricky David - Age 54, of Fenton, died Thursday, February 5, 2009. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Thursday, February 12, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. Burial will follow in Crestwood Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be held 6-8 PM Wednesday. Those desiring may make contributions to the Ricky Sloan Memorial Fund. On-line condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
Robert "Bob" Le Roy Demerly Brown City Robert "Bob" Le Roy Demerly, 78, of Brown City for 5 years (formerly of Lapeer) passed away 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.; 15 grandchildren; brothers, Gail (Shirley) Demerly of Davison, Ronald (Judy) Demerly of Lapeer; many nieces and nephews. He was |
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Robert Sackett Milliman, age 80, of 13614 U.S. 12, White Pigeon, Mich., died unexpectedly Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, at his home, of natural causes. He was born April 16, 1928, in Chinook, Mont., a son of Frank and Calista (Sackett) Milliman. He lived in the White Pigeon and Constantine area since 1965, coming from Hillsdale County. He married Helen E. Horn, and they were later divorced. He married Sharon Sue Eagon on March 15, 1981, in Elkhart, Ind. He was a farmer all of his life. He was part owner of Union Products in Union, and owner of the South Fork and North Fork Convenience Stores in White Pigeon and Mottville. He attended the Constantine United Methodist Church. He was founder of the White Pigeon Prairie Plowman, a member of the St. Joe Valley Old Engine Club, co-founder of the St. Joseph County Sheriff Posse. He enjoyed raising quarter horses and restoring old John Deere tractors. Surviving are his wife, Sharon S. Milliman, of White Pigeon; three daughters, Patricia Huhn of Grand Ledge, Cheryl (Gary) Haskins of Jones, and Gina (Vernon Thomas) Leister of White Pigeon; a stepdaughter, Kathy (Adam) Bloomanthal of Massachusetts; a stepson, Kevin (Sue) Wheeler of Elkhart; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Jerry Egan of Elkhart; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; and a grandson. Visitation will take place 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Constantine United Methodist Church in Constantine, with the Rev. Melanie Young officiating. Burial will take place in Constantine Township Cemetery in Constantine. Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army or the White Pigeon Township Library. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
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Robin L. Aughenbaugh, 53 of Coldwater, died on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. The service will be held on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church with Pastor David Pierce officiating. Robin was born May 5, 1955 in Ancon, Canal Zone, Panama to Bobby and Joy (Sauvage) Aughenbaugh. He married Sabrina M. Shelton on Oct. 20, 1979 in Lakeland, Fla. Mr. Aughenbaugh has lived in the Branch County area for the past 20 years. He worked in the banking business for many years, including Southern Michigan Bank & Trust, and also for Illuminated Image in Angola and Bobilya Chrysler in Coldwater. Robin was a member of the Coldwater First Baptist Church, the Coldwater Eagles and a former member of the Early Bird Exchange Club. He enjoyed spending time with his family and watching many sports, especially when his boys were playing. Robin was preceded in death by both parents, grandparents Ray Aughenbaugh, and Harriet and Russell Sauvage. He is survived by his wife Sabrina, his sons Jeremy (Stephanie) Aughenbaugh, Brenton Aughenbaugh, all of Coldwater, his father and mother-in-law Douglas and Rose Shelton of Perrysburg, Ohio and his grandmother Lanora Aughenbaugh of Alton, Ill. Memorials may be directed to the Coldwater First Baptist Church, the Branch Area Food Pantry or to the Coldwater Eagles. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
Roger J. Kane, 69, of Norman, Okla. died Sunday. Arrangements by Havenbrook Funeral Home, Norman, Okla. |
Sam S. Sineni, age 98, of Monroe,, the oldest living retired Michigan Sate Trooper, passed away Saturday, Feb. 7, at 6:30 a.m. at the Mercy Memorial Nursing Care Center in Monroe. |
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Sharon Lorayne Billiau Almont Sharon Lorayne Billiau, 72, of Almont, passed away Saturday (February 7, 2009). She was born December 15, 1936, in Detroit, to Thomas and Lorayne Blower She married her high school sweetheart, Richard Billiau, on December 15, 1953. After the last of her five children entered school, Sharon began college, graduating from Wayne State University with honors. She started her teaching career at Dryden Elementary School where she touched the lives of thousands of children and parents as first a remedial reading teacher and then principal. During this time she obtained her Master's in Education and a Master's in Administration. Even after she retired, Sharon started her own private school, Country Day Academy, where she continued to help those with varying needs and where she could put into practice her on philosophy of teaching. She had a love of learning and teaching, inspiring her students to do and be their best with the belief that everyone |
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Sister Beatrice (Nathaniel) Faucher, IHM Oct. 14, 1910-Feb. 6, 2009 |
Monroe, Mich. - Sister Beatrice Faucher, IHM, 98, died Friday, Feb. 6, in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe, Mich. Sister Beatrice was one of four children, one boy and three girls, of Alfred and Catherine (Krantz) Faucher. She was born Oct. |
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Sister Marilyn Brown, formerly known as Sister William Marie Brown, died on Feb. 9, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 82 years of age and in the 64th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Marilyn was born in Rockford, Ill., to William and Grace (Taylor) Brown. Sister graduated from Bishop Muldoon High School in Rockford, Ill., and received a Bachelor of Philosophy Degree in English from Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, Mich., and a Master of Science Degree in Administration from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Ill. Sister spent 45 years ministering in education in Toledo, Ohio; Detroit and Owosso, Mich.; Chicago, Maywood, Elgin and South Beloit, Ill.; Des Moines, Iowa, and Beloit, Wis. She was Principal for six years at St. Mary School in Elgin, Ill., three years at St. Peter School in South Beloit, Ill., and three years at St. Thomas the Apostle School in Beloit, Wis. She was Coordinator of the School Lunch Program at Martin Luther King School in Rockford, Ill., for six years. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in 2006. Sister Marilyn is survived by two sisters, Sister Cecilia Marie Brown, an Adrian Dominican Sister, and Rosemary Naill of Tucson, Ariz. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009, in the Rose Room of the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221. |
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Timothy M. Anderson Sr. , age 52, of Monroe passed away Feb. 6, at Mercy Memorial Hospital in Monroe. Services pending with Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes Monroe. |
Timothy M. Anderson Sr., age 52, of Monroe passed away Friday, February 6, 2009, at Mercy Memorial Hospital, after a brief illness.Tim was born August 11, 1956, in St. Louis, MO, to Gordon Anderson Sr. and Henrietta Page. |
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Virginia L. (Casell) King, of LaFollette, Tenn., formerly of Monroe, died February 5, 2009. |
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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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William (Bill) Lezotte, age 59, of Flat Rock, passed away January 30, 2009, in Florida. Beloved husband of Sherry Lezotte. |
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William G. Bylsma, age 99, of Holland, formerly of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord on Saturday February 7, 2009 in the Inn of Freedom Village of Holland. He retired after 49 years of service from Steelcase as the Superintendant of Tooling.  He was a member of Fifth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids and First Reformed Church in Holland. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Pelon Bylsma in 1998 and his two great grandchildren, Taylor Marie Bylsma and Jaide Taylor Bylsma. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Judy Bylsma of Holland; his grandchildren Dan and Janice Bylsma, Tom and Susan Bylsma, and Betsy and Russell Kopp, all of Hudsonville; eight great grandchildren; his brother, Ralph Bylsma of Montague; sister-in-law, Nettie Kamp of Spring Lake, and his nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday February 11, 2009 at First Reformed Church, 630 State Street, Holland with Rev. Dick Doeden officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday February 10, 2009 from 7-9pm at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Lifestory Funeral Homes, 188 West 32nd Street, Holland, MI 49423. Memorial Contributions may be given to Freedom Village Scholarship Fund or the William G. Bylsma Scholarship Fund of Hope College. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Mulder Chapel, For more information please visit www.lifestory net.com, where you can sign a guestbook or share a memory with William’s family.   |
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 3:10 AM |
STURGEON BAY, Wis. -- William Lawrence "Bill" Pann, 40, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at Door County Memorial Hospital in Sturgeon Bay. |
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February 8, 2009, age 81. Beloved son of the late John and Mary. Brother of the late Stanley. Loving uncle of Wally (Gloria), Cheryl (Dennis) Broda and Zeke. Great-uncle of John, Courtney, Brian and Brittany. Great-great-uncle of Kristin. Member of Holy Cross K of C #2739. Visitation Thursday 2-9 p.m. Rosary Thursday 5 p.m. Funeral service Friday 11 a.m. at Sajewski Funeral Home, 19111 W. Warren. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. |
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