Allen E. Forsberg, 75, of Coleman, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009 in Lakeland, Florida. |
• Louis R. Alverson II, 47, of Ludington, died Sunday Feb. 22. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
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BACHLEDA PAUL J |
at church begins at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes to Sacred Heart of the Hills Church. View obituary and share memories at |
BERKEY CHARLOTTE |
(nee ROE), age 62 of Traverse City, Michigan, died February 17, 2009. Daughter of the late Marian and Stanley Roe. Loving mother of Christopher (Jen), Eric, Dan (Clare), Molly (Charlie) Colvin, and Joe. Dear grandmother of Kirsten, Kerri, and Caz. Sister of Mary Kay Goetz, Stan Roe, Christine Sitko, Mimi McCullough, and Tom Roe. Also survived by many fond nieces and nephews. Private service held in Traverse City, MI. Memorials may be made to Munson Hospice, Regional Foundation, 210 Beaumont Place, Traverse City, Michigan 49684-2307. View obituary and share memories at |
BERTOLINI RAYMOND G |
Friday 1-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack at Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Lucy Church, 23401 E. Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Memorial contributions to Ronald McDonald House. ahpeters.com |
BOOR WILLIAM SR |
age 86, February 21, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Betty. Loving father of Elizabeth Eby, Martha (Art) Camero, and William Jr. (Ann). Grandfather of four and great-grandfather of one. Brother of the late Kay Hrivnak. Bill is a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. In state Saturday 9 a.m. until funeral 10 a.m. at the Historic Trinity Lutheran Church, 1345 Gratiot, Detroit, MI 48207. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Historic Trinity Lutheran Church or Disabled American Veterans or the U.S. Veterans charity of your choice. |
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Ph.B.D., Th.D. Age 89, passed away Monday, February 23, 2009, at his residence in Newburgh, IN. John was the Founder and President Detroit College of Law; Graduate of Detroit Bible Institute. He was the Executive Director Detroit City Rescue Mission and a member of the Gideon's International. He retired from active ministry at Trinity College and Seminary, Newburgh, IN 1989. Services - Saturday February 28, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. (CST) at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Ave., Evansville, IN. Burial - Rose Hill Cemetery, Newburgh, IN. Condolences may be made to the family online at |
• Susan "Byrd" Bernatche, 52, of Manistee, died Friday, Feb. 20. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
Betty June Gary, age 78, passed away at her home in Gladwin on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009. |
Brandenburg, Beverly Jean "Bev" Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Brandenburg passed away late Monday evening February 23, 2009 at Brian's House. Age 73 years. Funeral services are being planned for Friday and a complete obituary will be announced in Thursday's edition of the paper by the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc.. Friends may call at the Gephart funeral home, Inc. on Thursday from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. gephartfuneralhome.com |
DAVIS, Beverly Cordelia - Of Mt. Pleasant, formerly of Flint, Michigan and Sylvania, Ohio died February 23, 2009 at Country Place Senior Center. Private services will take place at a later date. Beverly was born September 3, 1924, the daughter of Harry and Eva (Saxton) Barum. She was united in marriage to Donald G. Davis on June 26, 1944. Beverly is survived by her four children, Jeffery (Jean) Davis of Miami, FL, Ronald (Cathy) Davis of Gladwin, MI, Michael (Jean) Davis of Toledo, OH and Pamela (Bill) Crawford of Mt. Morris, MI; one brother, Robert (Gloria) Barum of Millington, MI; ten grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Beverly was preceded in death by her husband, Donald G. Davis; parents, Harry and Eva Barum; two sisters, Evelyn and Kate and one brother, Harry. You may view Beverly's obituary online and send a private condolence to the family or sign the public guestbook at www.clarkfuneralchapel.com |
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Brandon  Lee Gordon ,“Gordie #22,” 16, of DeWitt, Mich., died, Sunday, Feb.  22, 2009, at DeVos Hospital in Grand Rapids.  Brandon laced up and skated his way to heaven to that giant ice rink up above.  He was born December 22, 1992 in Lansing.  Brandon is survived by his mother, Julie Gordon (Williams); his father, Dana; a sister, Marissa; his grandparents, Don and Barbara Gordon of Nottawa and Don and Marilyn Williams of Lansing; and an enormous amount of loving aunts, uncles, cousins and very special friends.  Brandon was involved in football throughout his youth in DeWitt.  His true passion was the game of hockey.  Hockey families all over the continent played a tremendous role in supportingBrandon throughout his cancer journey, especially the MSU Spartan hockey family.  His love off-ice was spending time at Sandy Pines Camping Resort.  The two-year battle with Osteosarcoma involving numerous surgeries and endless chemo treatments never stopped him from living life to the fullest.  His family is grateful to all his doctors and nurses that took such great care of him.  His motto has always been and always will be “stay strong and do it.”  Everyone that was blessed to know Brandon was inspired and touched by his zest for life, courage, strength, charisma and ability to always smile.  Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. today at Catholic Community of St. Jude’s in DeWitt.  A memorial celebration will be at 3:30 p.m. at the Munn Ice Arena on the MSU campus.  In honor of Brandon, please wear your “Brandon’s Defense” T-shirts or your Spartan apparel to his celebration of his inspiring life.  Those desiring may make contributions to the Brandon Gordon Fund, Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 507, DeWitt, MI 48820, in memory of Brandon.  Online condolences may be sent to the family at  www.mem.com.  The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel.   |
Brian Bunch, 40 years, of Lambertville, MI died Monday, February 23, 2009. He passed away peacefully after a period of poor health in recent years. |
Byron Lee Langerman, 83, of Monroe died at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in his home. He had been in poor health for the last three months.Born April 1, 1925 in Monroe he was the son of Christ and Beatrice (Klein) Langerman. He married Shirley B. |
CAHILL MARY CHARLEEN ( WARD) |
October 26, 1926 - February 25, 2009, passed quietly in her home surrounded by her loving children. She was predeceased by her husband Charles Earl Cahill. She is survived by her children, Susan M. Loos (Charles), Stephen M. Cahill (Julie), Claudia A. Lochirco (Paul), Cynthia L. Cahill, Judith J. Matthews (Kenneth), Colleen C. Schmerheim (RJ). She was a proud grandmother of Paolo, Jonathan, Justin, Anthony, Michael, Brent, Kelli, Jeffery, Kevin, Conrad, Mark, Blake, Joe, Courtney, Nicholas, Chad and Jack. Mrs. Cahill owned and operated Royal Skateland, Detroit and Skateland West, Westland for over 34 years. Memorial Service Friday, Noon at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial located at 32 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the 7th Floor U of M Motts Children's Hospital or St. Jude's Childrens Research Hospital. Light a Candle and Share a Memory at |
CHRISTOFF, NESTOR |
at the Dearborn Chapel of the Voran Funeral Home, Friday 2-9 p.m. with prayers Friday 7:00 pm. Funeral service Saturday, February 28, 2009 at St. Clement Orthodox Church in Dearborn. In state 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Obituary/Guestbook at: |
COLLINS TED J |
Age 66, Bloomfield Hills, MI, died February 21, 2009; small business owner raised in Findlay, Ohio; the Ohio State Buckeyes' #1 Fan. Dear father of Kelly Collins Sunderland (Sean), Richard Collins (Joan) and Josh Collins (Yumi). Loving grandfather of Grey and Reid Sunderland; Lily, Jack and Patrick Collins; and Noah Collins. Cherished brother of Joan Collins and Larry Collins (Debbie); and caring uncle of Bart, Joe (Kellee) and Jess Collins. Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, at St. Hugo of the Hills Chapel, 2215 Opdyke Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John Hospice by calling St. John Health Foundation at 586-582-7500. |
COOKE MARY JO |
Age 87, of Troy and formerly of Marine City, peacefully passed away February 18, 2009. She is the beloved mother and mother-in-law of Nora Mary and Frank Galgan and Anne Jones; and loving grandmother of Stephen and Laura Galgan. Memorial Mass 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Thomas Moore Church, 4580 Adams Rd., Troy 48098. Arrangements entrusted to Haley Funeral Directors. Please share a memory at |
CURCURI SAMUEL |
Friday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Entombemnt Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Calvin Hicks Imlay City Calvin Hicks, 84, of Imlay City, passed away Sunday (February 22, 2009) at home. Calvin George Hicks was born January 23, 1925, in Detroit, the son of Earl and Lutie Hicks, Sr. Calvin grew up in Detroit and later moved to West Branch. He was a graduate of West Branch High School. He served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII. Calvin married Marie Jane "Sally" Doran on July 24, 1946 in Detroit. He was co-owner and Vice President of the 4-H Mushroom Canary in Imlay City from 1968-1987. Calvin was a member of the Imlay City American Legion, Imlay City VFW, Imlay City Eagles and the NRA. He enjoyed reading, collecting guns, gun smithing and restoration. He is survived by his sons, Calvin "Peanut" (Marcia) Hicks of Imlay City, Kevin (Theresa) Hicks of Imlay City; daughters, Christine Colon of Imlay City, Kathleen Mayes of Washington Twp.; 14 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; brother, Paul (Carol) Hicks of Attica; sister, Betty Va |
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Calvin James Gossage Lapeer Calvin James Gossage, 81, a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away Monday (February 23, 2009). He was born March 8, 1927, in Doniphan, Mo., to Robert and Nancy Gossage. He married Evonna Hodgson on December 17, 1983 in Lapeer. Calvin served his country during WWII in the Seabees. The Seabees are the Construction Battalions (CB's) of the U.S. Navy. Calvin was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. Evonna and Calvin loved country music jamborees. Calvin loved to play his fiddle. He loved to go to his daughter's to play cards. Calvin loved fishing. He is survived by his wife, Evonna Gossage of Lapeer; children, Bob (Gladys) Gossage of Luzerne, Gary Gossage of Brighton, Darlene (Chuck) Miller of South Carolina, Dale (Peggy) Gossage of Tennessee, Lisa (John) Pietszyk of Lapeer, Lynn (Rob) Kitchenmaster of Lapeer, Bonnie Irwin of Mt. Clemens, Calvin (Ellen) Gossage of Mio, Jeff (Renee) Pietszyk of Flint, Jayne (Ron) Connell; man |
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Carol T. Gosselin, age 77, of Manitou Beach passed away at her home on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009. Carol was born on June 28, 1931, in Detroit, the daughter of Arthur and Hazel (Hoenes) Tullke. She graduated from Mackenzie High School in Detroit with the Class of 1948. On Oct. 29, 1949, Carol married Eugene H. Gosselin in Detroit. Eugene and Carol celebrated more than 51 years of marriage prior to his death in 2001. For a brief time, Carol was a ward clerk at Henry Ford Hospital until the time of her marriage, when she chose to stay home and raise her family. She worked in catalog sales at Sears & Roebuck and also for the Lenawee Intermediate School District where she loved being with the children.  Carol’s love of children was evident throughout her life. She and Eugene were foster parents for more than 10 years. Carol was active with the PTA and Girl Scouts, where she was instrumental in establishing the first troop in Lenawee County for disabled girls. She also worked with the Special Olympics. In her retirement years, Carol served as a Trustee for Rollin Township for eight years. She also delivered food from the commodity programs to the elderly and disabled, and volunteered at blood drives for the American Red Cross. A faithful member of the Rollin Center United Methodist Church, Carol was active in the United Methodist Women.  Carol is survived by her children, Sheryl Betts of Manitou Beach, Scott (Debra) Gosselin of Clayton and Sharon (Leonard) Gust of Manitou Beach; 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and her life-long friend, Patricia Kucharek of Taylor, Mich. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Gosselin, and a granddaughter, Emma Christine Gust. At Carol’s request cremation has taken place. A memorial celebration will take place at 11 a.m. March 28 at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Craig Pillow officiating. Friends may sign the register book or send condolences to Carol’s family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Carol may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or the Lenawee County Chapter of the American Red Cross. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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. |
BORIS, Catherine T. - Age 77, of Alma, MI, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2009 at the Gratiot Medical Center. Catherine was born August 14, 1931 in Flint to Henry and Therese (Spiegle) Sylvester. She graduated from Kearsley High School in 1950. She married Thomas Boris on August 18, 1951 at St. John's Catholic Church in Davison. Catherine was a member of the Red Hatters, St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alma, and the St. Mary's quilting group. She enjoyed reading and sewing. She was a very loving mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed. She is survived by son, Michael (Laurie) Boris of Broken Arrow, OK; five daughters, Kathryn (Andy) Hitz of Cedar Hill, TX, Mary (Tim) Geraghty of Davison, Ann (Bob) Lang of Grand Blanc, Christine Culver of Montrose, Deborah (Roger) Jacobs of Alma; 26 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren; also sister, Ruth (Jim) DuCap of Davison; brother, Henry (Delores) Sylvester Jr.of Smithfield, KY; and many nieces and nephews. Catherine was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Sr.; son, Thomas Boris Jr.; and daughters, Margaret Roberts and Sandra Boris. A memorial mass will be held Friday, February 27, 2009 at 11 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alma with Fr. Kevin Maksym. Internment will be in St. John's Cemetery in Davison. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home in Alma. To leave a condolence or view the full obituary please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com |
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Charles R. Hawkins III, 57, of Bronson, passed away  Friday, February 20, 2009,  in Kalamazoo. The memorial service is   Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. at Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater, 517-278-2311. He is the brother of Dr. Suzanne Hawkins of Holland.   |
• Charles L. Neil, 84, of Snellville, Ga., died Tuesday, Feb. 24. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Charles P. Hummel, age 82 of Lake Somerset, passed away on Monday, Feb.23, 2009 at his home. Funeral services are pending at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison.   |
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Charles R. Hawkins III, 57, of Gilead Township, passed away on Friday, Feb. 20, 2009 at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo following an injury. He was born on Dec. 6, 1951 to Charles R. (Bob) Hawkins II and Rita (Jensen) Hawkins in Muskegon. He grew up in Coldwater and graduated from Coldwater High School in 1970.  Earning a degree in Criminal Justice from Kellogg Community College, Charlie began working as a deputy for the Branch County Sheriff’s Department in the early 1970s. He changed careers in 1975 and became a salesman for the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Group in Coldwater. His work was important to him and he took great pride in building positive business relationships, especially in the Hillsdale and Sturgis service areas. He retired from Pepsi in 2005 after thirty years. In his free time, Charlie enjoyed photography, classic car shows, watching baseball and traveling the world. He was an avid reader and as a long-time cancer survivor was admired for his strength and courage. Most importantly, he was a family-oriented man who was dedicated to supporting his loved ones in their endeavors.  Charlie is survived by his wife, Svetlana Hawkins, who he married on April 12, 2000, in Fremont, Ind. He is also survived by his son Bryan (Kelly) Hawkins of Torch Lake, brother Mark Hawkins of Coldwater and sister Dr. Suzanne Hawkins of Holland. He was preceded in death by his father in 1995 and his mother in 2003. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor Phil Palmer officiating. A gathering of friends and family will begin at 12 noon at the funeral home prior to the service on Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be directed to the National Kidney Foundation. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. The Putnam Funeral Home, located at 11 East Chicago Street in Coldwater, is handling the arrangements. |
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Christian King Smucker, 68, of Wolcottville, Ind., died Feb. 21, 2009, at his residence. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at Rosewood Fellowship. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Rosewood Fellowship, 5705 N – 900 W, Shipshewana, Ind.  Burial will take place in Rosewood Cemetery, Shipshewana, Ind.  |
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Clara H. Losinski, age 89, of Bronson, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at Heartland Health Care in Three Rivers. Clara was born Dec. 4, 1919, in Bronson, daughter of Steve and Agnes (Czajkowski) Klavinski and was a lifelong Bronson area resident. She married Alby Losinski on Oct. 1, 1938, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Bronson. Alby died Feb. 25, 1994. Clara was a lifelong member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson and a member of the Rosary Society and Sacred Heart Society. She retired in 1981 from Doerr Products in Burr Oak where she had worked for many years. Prior employment was at the former LA Darling Company and former Bronson Reel Company. She was also an active farm wife, and loved gardening, fishing cooking, crochet and playing cards. Surviving are her daughters and sons-in-law, Darlene and Phillip Rzepka and Nancy and Larry Yerrick, all of Bronson; her son and daughter-in-law, Dean and Vickie Losinski of Sherwood; five grandchildren; three step grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; her sisters, Alberta Malovey, Adelia Kubasiak, Geraldine Albright and Alice Ratkowski all of Bronson; her brother David Klavinski of Coldwater and two sisters-in-law, Norma Klavinski and Martha Klavinski both of Coldwater.  She was preceded in death by her husband Alby; her parents; and two brothers, Stanley Klavinski and Floyd Klavinski. The Funeral Mass celebrating the life of Clara H. Losinski will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Prayers before Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 2-8 p.m. today where the Rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. today. Memorial donations are suggested to Heartland Health Care Activity Fund. Obituary is also at www.kolcz.com where private messages mat be left for the family.   |
Claudia K. Seifert, age 52 years, of Temperance, MI and formerly of Broadview Heights, OH, died Sunday, February 22, 2009, in her home. Born June 6, 1956, in Toledo, Ohio, she was the daughter of Robert and Delores (Wood) Seifert. |
Clifford J. Kosal 1922-2009 Clifford John Kosal, 86, Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, February 16, 2009 at his home while under hospice care. He was born on October 8, 1922 in Ruth to the late John and Barbara (Artman) Kosal. Cliff and Blanche "Patsy" Koss were united in marriage on August 17, 1946 in Harbor Beach. Cliff was a member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, was an avid Detroit Tigers fan, loved playing cards, reading, crossword puzzles and loved dogs and all sorts of pets. He is survived by his wife, Blanche "Patsy" Kosal, Harbor Beach; children, Robert Kosal, Lapeer, Bruce (Mary) Kosal, Harbor Beach, Theresa (Doug) Davis, Harbor Beach, Steve (Jody) Kosal, Harbor Beach and Dawn (Matt) Osterhout, Port Huron; 12 grandchildren, Paul Davis, Julie Williams, Valerie Davis, Russell Davis, Rebekah Anselm, Emily Kosal, Annette Kosal, Beth Kosal, Adam Kosal, Courtney Kosal, Sara Osterhout and Justin Osterhout; three great-grandchildren, Hailey Dammann, Mason Williams and Brandon Williams; and a sister, Dolly Mason, Birch Run. Cliff was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan in 1955; brothers, Leo, Ralph, Armean, Irving, Carl, Harvey Kosal and sister, Isabelle Kosal. Funeral mass was held on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church. Fr. William Spencer officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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3:00-9:00 p.m. Thursday with Trisagion 7 p.m. at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 21800 Marter Rd., St. Clair Shores. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of service 10:00 a.m. at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the church appreciated. Light a candle and share a memory at |
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SIMPSON, David Allen - Age 75, of Fenton, died Sunday, February 22, 2009 at home. Funeral services will be 11AM Thursday, February 26, 2009 at First Prebyterian Church of Fenton, 503 S. Leroy St., Fenton, Pastor Dale C. Swihart Jr. officiating. Visitation will be 2-8PM Wednesday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. Service of tribute by the Fenton Eagles Club will be at 7PM Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the David Allen Simpson Memorial Fund. Online condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
Dean Edward John, 75, of Petoskey, died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009. at Petoskey's Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
Private family services and burial will take place at Roselawn Memorial Park, LaSalle, for Delbert L. "Butch" St. Bernard, 73, of Monroe, who died at 7:25 a.m. Saturday at Medilodge of Monroe. |
Gramacki, Delphine R. "Aunt Dell" Bay City, Michigan Delphine passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at the Bay Medical Care Facility, age 94 years. The Funeral Mass will be held Friday, February 27, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Hyacinth Church. Friends may call at the Ambrose Funeral Home on Thursday from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. A complete obituary will appear in Thursday's edition. |
Dennis J. Delmage, Sr. Lapeer Dennis J. Delmage Sr., 66, of Lapeer, passed away Friday (February 20, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Hospital. He was born September 22, 1942, in Flint, the son of the late Kenneth and Dora Delmage. He married Judy Montgomery on November 2, 1963 in Lapeer. Dennis was an avid outdoorsman that handcrafted many muzzleloaders and judged many walleye tournaments. He was a member of the Lapeer Firelocks and Columbiaville Sportsman Club. He was also a member and past president of the Saginaw Walleye Club. He is survived by his wife Judy; children, Dennis Jr. (Tresa) Delmage, Brian (Krista) Delmage, Julie (Richard) Greenman, Michael (Cynthia) Delmage; siblings, Kenneth (Anne) Delmage, Derald (Paulette) Delmage, Keith (Lorie) Delmage, JoAnn (Lawrence) Rabbidue; 12 grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews and close friends. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service was held Thursday (February 26, 2009) at the Deerfield Township Hall. Arrangements |
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Dian Skidmore, 59, of Monroe died at 1:03 p.m. Tuesday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
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Donald E. Smead, age 87, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, in Melbourne, Fla. Arrangements are pending at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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Donald McCormick, age 49, of Holland, died Wednesday, February 25, 2009, at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids after a battle with cancer. Don was born in Buffalo, New York, and raised in St. Clare Shores. He was a graduate of Northern Michigan University.  He worked for Bertsch Company in Marquette, also in Holland,  and was currently employed by Galloup-Bertsch.  He was a member of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by  his parents, Richard and Dorothy McCormick; father-in-law, Graham Philp Sr.; and brother-in-law, Graham Philp Jr. His family includes his wife of 25 years, Margaret McCormick of Holland; daughters, Kimberly, Lauren, and Megan, all at home in Holland; brother, David and Debra McCormick of Harrison Twp., MI; mother-in-law, Agnes Philp of Naples, Florida; in-laws, Suzanne and Geoff Shenk, Nancy and Larry Rhodes, Kathy and Carl Merkle, Jeannette and Tom Whitworth; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009 at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church, 480 North 152 Ave., Holland. Visiting will be from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Friday, February 27, 2009 at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 295 Douglas Ave, Holland. Also the hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Burial at Lakewood Cemetery Memorials may be made to his daughter's education fund at Huntington Bank of Holland Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to sign Don's online registry, share a photo, or read his life story.   |
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Doris E. Parsons, 63, of  LaGrange, Ind., died Feb. 16, 2009.                        Family will receive friends from  2–6 p.m. Saturday at the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange, with a memorial service to be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.   |
Dorothy E. Allen, age 86, of Gladwin, passed away on Feb. 17, 2009 at MidMichigan Gladwin Pines. |
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Dorothy J. Murphy, age 81, of Tecumseh died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, in her home surrounded by her loving family and cat, Bo Bo. She was born in Palmyra, Mich., the daughter of Walter and Louise (Iffland) Engel. On June 22, 1946, she was married to Jim Murphy and he preceded her in death on Dec. 29, 2003. Dorothy was a member of the Tecumseh United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Irene Circle. She was also a member of Herrick Medical Center Auxiliary. She worked as a retail clerk for J.C. Penney Co. in Adrian, D & C Variety Store in Tecumseh, Bird and Company in Tecumseh, and British Pantry in Tecumseh for 40 years, choosing never to retire. Dorothy delivered Meals on Wheels, was a Girl Scout Leader for six years, and a volunteer for the Red Cross Blood Drives. She enjoyed spending time at their lake cottage for 49 years.   She is survived by her son, Dan (Linda) Murphy, and her daughter, Cinda (Duane) Brooks, both of Tecumseh; one sister, Hazel (Lee) Kayner of Tecumseh; four grandchildren, Rhonda (Martin) Miller, Wendy (Lon) Randolph, and Nathan and Kelly Murphy; four great-grandchildren, Tyler and Matthew Miller and Jacob and Taylor Randolph; and one stepgreat-granddaughter, Laura Miller. In addition to her husband, Jim, she was preceded in death by her parents and one granddaughter, Melissa Murphy. Dorothy was a loving mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Visitation will be at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. The Funeral Service will be at the Tecumseh United Methodist Church on Friday, Feb. 27, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. David McKinstry officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh. There will be visitation at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tecumseh United Methodist Church, Lenawee Humane Society, American Heart Association or Hospice of Lenawee. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. -- Dorothy Uthe, a former Mercer, Wis., resident, died Feb. 18, 2009, in Fort Walton Beach. |
Doyle quot;Gene quot; Ravenscraft, 74 years, of Temperance, MI died Sunday, February 22, 2009, in Flower Hospital. Born July 5, 1934, in Falmouth, KY, he was the son of Truman and Shirley (Yelton) Ravenscraft. |
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Age 54. Born in Detroit, currently resided in Florida. Died February 24, 2009. Loving sister and friend to Georgette Wiswary, Joan Ganz and Nancy Pytlarz. Beloved Aunt to eight nieces and seven nephews. |
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Elede Mae Wooden Eleda Mae Wooden, 80, of Tucson, Arizona, formerly of Jonesville, died Feb. 7, 2009 at Tucson Heart Center, Tucson, Arizona. Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.   |
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SPARTA, Wis. -- Emil J. Hoeft, 85, of Sparta and formerly of Hurley, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, La Crosse. |
Ernestine Rae Adamic North Branch Ernestine Rae Adamic, 73, of North Branch, died Sunday (February 22, 2009) at Marlette Regional Hospital in Marlette. She was born February 9, 1936, in Clifford, the daughter of the late Harold and Maxine (Wiltse) VanConant. She was a lifelong area resident and 1954 graduate of Marlette High School. Ernestine married Daniel A. Adamic on June 25, 1955 in North Branch. Ernestine worked as a switchboard operator in Clifford for General Telephone, Kay Industries, Brown City Banner, North Branch News, Western Auto in North Branch, Wesleyan Acadamy. She was a scorekeeper for North Branch and the Wesleyan Schools sports. She is survived by her husband, Dan; children, Debbie Coulter of Brown City, Danele Adamic of North Branch, Daniel (Lori) Adamic of North Branch, Dianne Chase of North Carolina; sister,Diane (Bill) Kunzer of Wisconsin; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; many "Adopted Children". Memorial contributions may be made to |
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FERGUSON MAHULIE |
10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday February 27th at Swanson East Chapel. Funeral 9:30 a.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009 at East Lake Baptist Church, 12400 E. Jefferson Ave. Interment at Elmwood Cemetery. |
FLIS DAVID DOMINIC |
Thursday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Thursday 7 p.m. Entombment Friday 10 a.m. at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to American Cancer Society appreciated. |
Faith Simpson Brooks, 85, of Charlevoix, died on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009. |
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PRIOR LAKE, Minn. -- Francis Mueller, 97, of Prior Lake, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, at the Hutchinson Area Health Care Center. |
Frank Cironi, 94, of Alliance, Ohio died on Monday, February 23, 2009, at 12:15 p.m. at Alliance Community Hospital. |
Frank J. Pieper, Jr. |
Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
GACCHINA ANTHONY |
Passed away February 21, 2009, at age 80. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia. Loving father of Mark (Kay), David (Pat), Marie, Ellen (Tim), Brenda, and Richard. Dear grandfather of Mark Jr. (Kelli), Christine (Mickey), Sara (Greg), Carmen, Abigail, Mary, Tony, Grace, and John. Great-grandchildren, Isabella, Kenyon and Caden. Mass on Saturday, February 28th, 2009 at St. John Vianney, 54045 Schoenherr, Shelby Township at 11:30 a.m. Luncheon following. |
GRAVES HARLAN CLARK SR |
3-8 p.m. Thursday and Friday 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service 11 a.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Rd. (S. of 18 Mi. Rd.) Clinton Twp. Visit our online memorials at |
GRIMES BETTIE JOE (NEE McANALLY) |
Friday, February 27, 3 p.m.-9 p.m. at Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland. Funeral Service to be held Saturday, February 28, 11 a.m. at First Congregational Church of Wayne. A memorial in lieu of flowers has been established for St. Jude's Children's Hospital. |
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George "Farrel" Page North Branch George "Farrel" Page, 58, of North Branch, passed away Sunday (February 22, 2009) at Genesys Health Park in Grand Blanc. Farrel was born November 28, 1950, in Fountain, Fla., the son of George and Sara (Hendrix) Page. He grew up and attended school in Panama City, Fla. He married Jennifer McDonald on February 14, 2001 in Panama City, Fla. Farrel was retired from the armed forces as a U.S. Marine Staff Sargent. He loved to work. He spent most of his time with carpentry and mechanics and was a master of them all. His joy was spending time with his family. Farrel will be sadly missed by his wife, Jennifer of North Branch; daughter, Mikaela Page of North Branch; sons, John David (Gina) Page and Michael (Kim) Page, both of Florida; sister, Myrle (Frank) Barnes of Florida; brother, Dale (Shirley) Page of Florida; grandchildren, Leah Page, Kadden Page and Allyna Page; many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parent |
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Grace C. Holbert, age 83, of Onsted passed away Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at her home. Grace was born April 1, 1925, in Detroit, the daughter of Peter and Catherine Degenhart. Grace and her husband, Alvah, owned Holbert’s House of Discount.  For 20 years she worked as assistant manager for the Eagles Club.  Grace owned and operated Alisa’s Bridal Boutique in both Adrian and Ann Arbor. She was a realtor for Raynor Snyder Real Estate as well. In her retirement, Grace completed a computer course and went to work for Britton Grain Elevator as a bookkeeper. Grace was a member of the F.O.E. Auxiliary where she was past Madam President and Conductor of the Drill Team. She was active at the Onsted Senior Center where she was a member of the bell choir and played cards. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Adrian. Grace will be sadly missed by her daughter, Bonnie (Daniel) Giroux, with whom she lived in Onsted; her son, Terry (Josie) Holbert of Perrysburg, Ohio; and a sister, Sandra (Edward) Siwecki of Adrian.  Also surviving are four grandchildren, Alisa (Keith) Risner, Nathan (Shannon) Giroux, Christopher and Kevin Holbert; and seven greatgrandchildren, Benjamin and Bailey Risner, Michael, Lucus, Quelyn, Brevonna and Marissa Bekkering. Grace was preceded in death by her husband, Alvah Holbert, and their son, Kenneth. Funeral Mass for Grace will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Adrian with Father David Hudgins presiding. Friends may visit the family at the Wagley Funeral Home on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. where a prayer vigil will be held at 7 p.m. You may send condolences or sign the register book at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Grace may be made to the Onsted Senior Center or Special Olympics. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
HUNT NANCY A |
Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home, 17000 Middlebelt (S. of 6 Mile) Thursday & Friday 2-5 & 7-9 p.m. Services, Saturday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. Share a memory: |
Helen F. Sontag |
Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
Helen Hilda Maves, 74, of Boyne Falls, died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
Schang, Helen M (nee: Ziegler), Age 90, died February 23, 2009. |
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Beloved wife of the late Jacob; loving mother of William (Louise) Schang, Marilyn Varas (Daniel Mihalo), and Barbara (Jerry) Zielinski; dearest grandmother of Jeffrey Schang, (Karen Hoffmann), Christopher Varas and Matthew Varas; stepgrandmother of Jennifer Quesnelle, Chris (Vicki) Zielinski and Elizabeth Mihalo; great-grandmother of seven; beloved aunt to several nieces and nephews. For funeral service information, please call The Trenton Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 734-671-5400 or visit the on-line guestbook at www.martenson.com. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Monroe, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of The Woods Catholic church or the hopice of choice.   |
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Henry C. (Hank) Wickey, age 89, of Three Rivers, and formerly of Centreville, passed away Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009 at the Fairview Living Centre in Centreville. He was born in Nappanee, Ind., on Feb. 8, 1920, a son of the late Chris and Susan (Helmuth) Wickey. On June 23, 1942, he married Suzanne Hostetler in Burr Oak. She preceded him in death in 2004. Hank was a self-employed carpenter. Surviving Hank are his daughters Esther (Mark) Richman of Ft. Wayne, Ind., Lori (Trell) Meade of Warsaw, Ind., Martha (James) Mullins of Pierceton, Ind.; sons Leland (Deb) Wickey of Centreville, Wilbur (Cindy) Wickey of Spencerville, Ind., Marvin Wickey of Three Rivers; 20 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Suzanne Wickey; son Allen Wickey; three brothers Sam, Chris and Rudy Wickey; four sisters, Lula Yoder, Barbara Schmucker, Anna Wickey & Katie Schwartz. Relatives and friends will be received from 1-3 p.m. Friday at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville. Graveside services will follow at 4 p.m. at the Locust Grove Mennonite Cemetery in Burr Oak with Pastor Harold Carpenter,  of Calvary Chapel, Sturgis, officiating. |
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Irene M. Ricker, age 84, of Palmyra died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Irma M. Vanisacker, age 92, of Monroe passed away in her home February 21, 2009. Irma was born April 2, 1916 in Oygham, Belgium to Julius and Mary (Matton) Staelgraeve. |
JOZWIAK JEFFREY |
Thursday 1-9 p.m. and Friday from 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (3 blocks N. of 10 Mile). Funeral Saturday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 16356 Frazho, Roseville (between Gratiot and Hayes). In state at the church at 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share a memory at |
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Jay Rigterink, 100, of Holland, died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, in Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc. |
Jean Bies, age 93, of New Boston, Michigan died on Monday, February 23, 2009, in Trenton, Michigan. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel on Friday, February 27, 2009, from 11 AM to 1 PM. |
Jeffrey S. Gray, 57, of Owensboro passed away Friday, February 20, 2009 at the Owensboro Medical Health System. |
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Jo Ann Cooney, age 86 of Centreville, Mich., passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born in Bluffton, Ohio on June 15, 1922, a daughter of Ralph and Gwendolyn (Troxel) Patterson. Jo Ann graduated from high school in Bluffton, in 1940. On April 2, 1944, she married Robert Cooney, Jr. in Bluffton.  He preceded her in death on July 2, 2002. Jo Ann worked at the ASCS Office, Ranglers and the flower shop all in Centreville. Jo Ann and Bob also owned and operated the  Chubby Dairy Bar in Centreville and were caretakers of the Kirsch Guest House in Sturgis. Jo Ann belonged to the Lions’ Club Auxiliary and the Centreville United Methodist Church. She was an avid bowler, and loved fishing and feeding hummingbirds. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed. Surviving Jo Ann are; daughters, Janeen Hall of Sturgis, Colleen (Sammy) Goins of White House, Tenn.; son Robert Cooney, III of Centreville; sister,  Betty Clark of Milford, Ohio; sister-in-law, Harriett Snow, Kansas City, Mo.;  grandchildren, Daneen Birkey, Minnesota, Donald (Babette) Buel, Sturgis, Amy Smith, Sturgis, Erik (Brandy) Goins, Gallatin, Tenn., Erin Goins, White House, Tenn.; great grandchildren, Zachary Alwine, Avial McClain, Autumn Birkey, Adam Birkey, Maggi Bishop, Beo Bishop; great great grandchild, Avah Mott, and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters and a great-grandson. According to her wishes cremation has taken place and private family Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Interment of ashes will be at Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 2140 University Park  Suite 210 Okemos, MI 48864 or Centreville United Methodist Church 305 E. Main St. Centreville, MI 49032. Arrangements were entrusted to the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville.   |
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“Jack” passed away on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009 at the age of 76 at his home in Clermont, Fla. He was born in Coldwater on July 15, 1932. He served in the US Army from 1951-1967, achieving the rank of Sergeant. He received the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Marksman/Expert Carbine Medal prior to his honorable discharge. He is survived by his wife Betty of Clermont, Fla., son Santiago Stockwell of Coldwater and daughter Yanina Maurer of Searcy, Ark. He is also survived by stepsons Jackie Crane, Steven Crane, Charles Crane and Edward Crane; stepdaughters JoAnn Gismero and Donna Crane; 21 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Owen and Ina Stockwell, son Miguel Stockwell, brother Ralph Stockwell and sister Betty Finley. A memorial service was held on Feb. 13, 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Ocoee with Pastor Kevin Courtney officiating. A graveside military service is scheduled at the Florida National Cemetery on March 6, 2009. |
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Judy L. (Mason) Hantz passed away peacefully Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County in Coldwater. Judy was born Dec. 25, 1951 to Leo Herbert and Lula F. (Michael) Mason. Judy was a life long resident of Branch County and graduated from Coldwater High School in 1970. She enjoyed her family, and she loved to bake, dance, crochet and go antiquing, crafts and playing the piano. She also enjoyed visiting her friends and was a Christmas junky. Judy was a breast cancer survivor and had been in remission for six years. Judy is survived by two sons, Thomas (Tommy J.) Hantz, II of Quincy and Michael Hantz of Reading; two daughters, Lori McLaughlin of Jenison and Char Mosby of Quincy; nine grandchildren, John, Jessica, Brittany, Lacie, Mariya, Tana, Marandya, Dekota, Montana; and an expected great-grandchild; sisters, Kay Easterday of Coldwater and Peggy Mason of Fremont; brother, Kim and Elisabeth Mason of Coldwater; sister-in-law, Rita Mason of Coldwater; nine nephews; and two great-nieces. Judy was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Curtis Mason on Dec. 30, 2008. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Monday at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Beams Funeral Home. Burial will be at a later date at Munday Cemetery in Kinderhook Township., in Branch County. Assistant Pastor LaFern Cobb will be officiating. Memorials can be made to the family. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Beams Funeral Home of Fremont, Ind. |
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Judy L. Hantz Dec. 25, 1951 — Feb. 19, 2009 Judy L. Hantz of Montgomery passed away Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County in Coldwater. She was born Dec. 25, 1951. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind.   |
KUCHINSKI RICHARD ANTHONY |
February 25, 2009. Beloved husband of Gene. Loving brother of Margaret (Tony) Covitz, Gloria Schwagle, the late Gertrude Mitchell, Robert, and Eileen Ksionzek. Also survived by several nephews and nieces and great-nephews and nieces. Resting at the L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, 7707 Middlebelt Rd. (at Ann Arbor Tr.) Thursday 2-9 p.m. and Friday 12-9 p.m. Rosary Friday 8:00 p.m. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Damian Catholic Church, 30055 Joy Rd. (W. of Middlebelt) until time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Share a "Memorial Tribute" with the family at |
LANE, Katherine Ellen -- Age 85, of Fenton, died February 22, 2009 at Avalon Hospice. Funeral Services will be held 11 AM Thursday, February 26 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton, Rev. Fr. David Harvey officiating. Interment in Great Lakes National Cemetery at 12:30 PM Thursday. Visitation will be held 9 AM until the time of the funeral on Thursday. Those desiring may make contributions to Avalon Hospice. Tributes and condolences may be shared at the obituaries page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
• Andrea A. Kruer, 62, of Scottville, died Sunday, Feb. 22. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
LEONARD SMTIH WASHINGTON Leonard Smith, age 61, of Shoreline, Washington, formerly of Clifford, passed away on Feb. 11, 2009 at his home. He was born Nov. 11, 1947 in Marlette, Michigan, the son of Don Smith and Eva (Gould) Smith. Leonard married Dolores Guilliano on May 4, 1970. Leonard is survived by his wife, a daughter; Marcie (Tim) Hagan of Everett, Washington, two sons; Michael (Lisa) Smith of Marysville, Washington and Steven (Jamie) Smith of Everett, Washington, nine grandchildren; Carly, Travis, Tyler Hagan, Devin, Samantha Smith, Jessie, Josh, Justin Synder and Addison Smith, two sisters; Dianne (Carl) King of Barryton, Michigan, Lorna (Evans) Krueger of Snover, two brothers; Larry (Donna) Smith of Caro and Terry Smith of National City, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister-in-law, Donna Smith. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service for Leonard will be held at his home in Shoreline, Washington on Feb. 28, 2009 at 2 P.M. Local assistant by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky. |
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LOBALDO BEULAH H |
Age 84 of Rochester. February 24, 2009. Loving wife of the late Carl. Dear mother of Patricia (Steve) Lathey, Carla (the late Clarence) Williamson, Teresa (Richard) Shaieb and John Lobaldo. Grandmother of Tom Daniels, Michael Detzler, Michelle Shaieb, Richard Shaieb, Jr, Amanda Lobaldo and Michael Lobaldo. Great Grandmother of two. Sister of Norma LaBo. Funeral service Monday, March 2, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. The family will receive friends Sunday 2-8 p.m. Interment Van Hoosen Jones Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online guestbook at: www.modetzfuneralhomes.com |
LYNCH EILEEN B |
February 20, 2009 of Royal Oak Longtime senior account executive for Ameritech. Loving mother of Kari Bohl (Rich). Daughter of the late Bud & Eileen. Dear sister of Chris (Robin), Kathleen (Richard Wojtylo), Mary Beth, Kevin (Renee), Michael (Vickie) and Peter (Carrie). Also several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn 13-14 Mile), Saturday after 1 p.m. until Service of Remembrance at 5pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes to Gilda's Club 3517 Rochester Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073. Eileen made an impression on all those she met during her life. She was fiercely driven to discover truth and meaning in everyone and everything she encountered. Whether it was world travel, poetry, painting or taking a trip to northern Michigan to go morel picking, she loved to experience life with passion. Her designs won awards at the B.B.A.C. Her poetry was beautifully brave and compelling. She shared her love of fine healthy food, "dressing up" to go to the opera, interior design and healing with so many friends who were on the journey with her. She showed bravery in expressing her emotions and was determined to live her final moments on her own terms. She was dearly loved by her family and friends. She touched so many lives and will be missed. View obituary and share memories at |
Larry Dale Kreps III, 11 year-old son of Larry Jr. and Shawn (Beck) Kreps, died unexpectedly Sunday, February 22, at Toledo Children's Hospital. |
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Laura De Feyter, 65, of Holland, died Monday, Feb. 23, 2009, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Lillian M. Kirchner, 90, a longtime resident of Wakefield, passed away Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 24, 2009, in Wakefield. |
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Lily Anne Shirley Lancaster, of Fennville, died on February 20, 2009, from complications related to leukemia. Lily is survived by her husband, John; her sons, Jason, Matthew and David; daughters- in-law, Amanda (Paley) and  Brooke (Pillifant); grandsons, Magnus and Leif; brother, Gerald Steinke of Otsego; sister-in-law, Mary Elizabeth (Wasz); brother-in-law, Bruce; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death are her parents, Herman and Alvina Steinke; and sister-in-law, Joyce Steinke. She was born Lily Steinke in Winnipeg, Canada, on November 27, 1943 to Herman and Alvina Steinke. Lily graduated from Portage Central High School in 1961 and Western Michigan University in 1965, and was married on October 2, 1970. Lily taught at Fennville Public Schools for more than 15 years, most spent as a second grade teacher at Anna Michen Elementary. Her former students were always called "her kids". She was also a dedicated member of the United Methodist Churches of Fennville and Pearl. Second only to her love for her family was her love for her community. Whether singing with the church choir, selling hotdogs at Rocket Football games, taking a morning walk with her bulldogs, serving as an EMT for the Fennville Ambulance Service, or sponsoring Fennville Odyssey of the Mind teams, Lily absorbed, cherished and reflected each moment. She gave all of her heart to her community, and she knew that the community had responded in kind, giving of its heart to her. We will miss her. The family extends a special thank you to the doctors and staff at the University of Michigan and to Uncle Jerry for giving us more than three additional years with my wife, our mother, our oma. The visitation will be Tuesday, February 24 from 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville. The funeral service will be  Wednesday, February 25 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Gary Peterson at Fennville United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Fennville Public Schools Educational Foundation Scholarship Program. An online registry book is available at www.chappellfuneralhome.com.   |
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Mrs. Lois M. Heykoop died Thursday afternoon, Feb. 19, 2009. Lois was born April 21, 1917 in Muskegon Heights, Mich., a daughter of Jack and Alice (Lapham) Cassidy. She had been a Sturgis resident since 1955, coming from Muskegon. She was employed with Ross Laboratories for 25 years, retiring in 1981. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joseph Heykoop, on July 14, 1964; and a twin brother, Louis Cassidy. She is survived by four children, Arnold (Betty) Dougan of Cody, Wyo., Carolyn Dougan of Sturgis, Sharon (Terry Mishler) Dougan of Kalamazoo and Myrna (Steve) Eckert of Fremont; nine grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.  Services will be held noon Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., in Sturgis. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at the chapel. Interment will be in Oaklawn Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Thurston Woods Village. Her obituary is also at www.tributes.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. |
Louis R. Alverson II, 47, of Ludington, passed away Sunday, Feb. 22 at Mercy Hospital in Muskegon. Louis Robert Alverson was born Jan. 22, 1962 in Oscoda, the son of Louis R. and Sandra (Bridges) Alve... |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Lucille E. Palmquist, 89, of 711 Hedin Ave., Ironwood, died Friday morning, Feb. 20, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Ave (3 blocks north of 10 Mile Rd.) on Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. with prayers at 7 p.m. Funeral Saturday Instate 9:30 a.m. until Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, 21120 Madison, St. Clair Shores. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. To share a memory, visit |
MATKOVICH JOHN ANTHONY |
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MCDONALD DENNIS JOSEPH |
Passed away on February 24, 2009. He is survived by his brothers, Francis McDonald and Terrence McDonald; sisters, Nancy Heythaler and MaryEllen McClean; and best friends Molly and Merl. In the words of Guy Clark "Skinny Dennis you will be missed." In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Southern Care Hospice. FuneralCaring USA Funeral Home, 6539 Bandera Rd., San Antonio, Texas 78238. 210-684-4445. |
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MITCHELL JAMES A JR |
Leslie, Michigan. Passed away at the Courts of Holt under the loving care of his family on Thursday, February 19, 2009, at the age of 82. Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Martha; five children, Sharon Schauenstein, Janet (Walter) Hugelshofer, J. Michael (Tina) Mitchell, Mary (David) Zarb and Thomas (Suzi) Mitchell; and 13 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law, Konrad Schauenstein. James was owner of the Mitchell Greetings Company. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2009 at St. James Catholic Church, Mason, MI, with Rev. Alan Wakefield officiating. For those who wish memorial contributions may be made to the Detroit Catholic Central High School or charity of choice. J.C. Adams Funeral Home, Leslie Chapel (517) 589-8216. |
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Marcus Paul Gish, age 62, of Monroe, MI passed away peacefully and unexpectedly in his home on Sunday, February 22, 2009. Mark was born February 19, 1947, in Fancy Farm, KY, the son of the late Earl W. and Wanda M. (Ballard) Gish. |
Peggy Thompson, of Pellston, passed away early this morning at the Hospice House of Cheboygan. |
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Margery G. Root, age 85, of Tecumseh died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, at Tecumseh Place with her family by her side. She was born on Aug. 30, 1923, in Buffalo, N.Y., the daughter of Frank A. and Della (Hughes) Garvey. She married Dan Sidney Root on June 27, 1953. Margery worked as a secretary at Siena Heights College and retired after 17 years of service in 1993. She was a graduate of Nordin Academy in Buffalo, N.Y., and continued her education by attending classes at Siena Heights College, Adrian. In addition to her husband, Dan, Margery is survived by five sons, Dan Shawn Root of Adrian, Larry (Joan) Root of Kalamazoo, Donald Root of Toledo, Michael (Susan) Root of Lake St. Louis, Mo., and Patrick (Pam) Root of Lebanon, Mo.; one daughter, Mary Ellen (Dan) Pizana of Saline; and eight grandchildren, Shawna, Alex, Jacob, Tyler, Justin, Joey, Matthew and Eric. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and one sister.  Visitation will take place at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes on Sunday, March 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. Visitation will then be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, Tecumseh, where a Vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be Celebrated on Monday, March 2, at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church with the Rev. Fr. Daniel Wheeler as Celebrant. Rite of committal will follow at Ridgeway Cemetery, Britton.  Visitation will also be held at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Memorials may be made to the Discalced Carmelite Nuns/Archdiocese of Detroit, 35750 Moravian Drive, Clinton Twp., MI 48035. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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Martha H. Molendyk, 99, of Zeeland, died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.   |
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Marvin Jerry Havens of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009 at the Laurels of Coldwater in Coldwater. He was born April 7, 1940 in Hillsdale the son of Roy and Ola Havens. He is survived by his wife, Lizzie B. Havens whom he married on Aug. 28, 1970. He is also survived by five children, Lavonda (Troy) Donaldson of Hillsdale, Phyllis (Larry) McCarthy of Hillsdale, Donna (Jesse) Munoz of Houston, Texas, Dathney Garofalo of Hillsdale and George (Laurie) Estep of Reading; nine grandchildren, Mark, Tammy, Tina, Jesse, Julie, April, Autumn, Shannon and Elizabeth; numerous great-grandchildren; two brothers, Lloyd Havens of Union City and Jim Havens of Litchfield; one sister, Reva (Dennis) Myers of Oklahoma City, Oka.; one sister-in-law, Mary Jane Havens of Jonesville; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Calvin Michael Estep; one granddaughter, Carol Ann Mahoney; five sisters, Dorothy, Delora, Lucille, Vera and Donna; and two brothers, Charles and Richard. Mr. Havens attended Camden High School. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Marvin Jerry Havens will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 2 p.m. Tuesday. Interment will take place in the Maplewood Cemetery in Reading. The family will receive friends for visitation from noon until time of the service Tuesday at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. |
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Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
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Maureen O'Grady- Wilson Metamora Maureen O'Grady-Wilson, 43, of Metamora, passed away February 7, 2009. She was born September 15, 1965, to (the late) Gregory and Lucy O'Grady. She is survived by her husband of 7 years, Daniel James Wilson of Metamora. Maureen is also survived by her Aunt Jean Nunn of Florida; brothers-in-law, David Wilson and Scott Wilson; sister-in-law, Lisa Wallace; her beloved godson, Daniel Terry. A memorial service took place Wednesday (February 11, 2009) at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. To place an online condolence, please visit |
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Minnie A. (Belcher) Watkins age 71 of Osseo, passed away Monday, Feb. 23, 2009 at home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 22, 1937 in Hudson, the daughter of Leo and Almeda Deck. Minnie was grandmother to 78. She loved them dearly and they will miss her deeply. Minnie is survived by six daughters, Beverly (Charles) Osborn of Pittsford, Louise (James) Denby, Arlene Daniels, Jamie (Randy) Skursky all of Osseo, Debbie (Jerry Calloway) of Addison and Shirley (Gary) Lamb of Osseo, two step-children, Jeffery Watkins, Jr., of Osseo and Robin (Rocky) Martinez of Rosebush, 21 grandchildren, 57  great- grandchildren, extra special great-granddaughter, Marysa Wilson, friend and companion Jeffery Watkins of Osseo, special friend, Karen Gibler of Hudson, two sisters, Mary Jane Stockford of Pittsford, Emma Jean Hill of Pittsford, one brother, Donald Arthur Deck of Osseo and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Belcher, daughter, Minnie Arlene Belcher, her parents, two grandsons, one great-grandson, four brothers and five sisters. Funeral Services for Minnie will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with Pastor Dr. Samuel E. Wickard officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be from 2-4  and 6-8 p.m.. on Wednesday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee or The Hickman Cancer Center.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Molly Ann (Rassel) Puhl, R.N., 75, of Attleboro, MA; a native of Monroe; died on Thursday, February 19, 2009 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Robert S. Puhl to whom she was married on June 7, 1958 and who died on April 15, 1994. |
Nina E. Hagey (Murf), 83, beloved wife of Kenneth L. Hagey, passed away February 21, 2009, at their winter home in Raymondville, Texas. |
Nora G. Robinson Lapeer Nora G. Robinson, 94, of Lapeer (formerly of Detroit) passed away Friday (February 20, 2009). She was born October 28, 1914, in Brantford, Ontario, Canada, to Edward and Mary (Cutmore) Logan. She married George S. Robinson on September 15, 1931 in Windsor, Ontario. Mrs. Robinson attended Immaculate Conception Church. She enjoyed bowling, skiing, golfing and snowmobiling. She is survived by her children, Robert F. (Norma) Robinson of Lapeer, Ruth M. Champine of Lapeer, Thomas G. Robinson of Florida, Patrick M. (Desiree) Robinson of Montana; several grandchildren; many, many great- and great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Robinson in 1988; parents, Edward and Mary Logan; 2 sisters and 5 brothers. Memorial contributions may be made to Mass Cards or Immaculate Conception. Funeral Mass was held Tuesday (February 24, 2009) at Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer. Father Aaron Depeyster |
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Age 91, of Powell, Ohio and formerly of Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at Arlington Court Care Center in Columbus. Preceded in death be her husband John J. Patterson, Julia is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Thomas A. and Phyllis B. Patterson of Powell. She was a former parishioner of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Grosse Pointe Farms. Funeral Service will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2009 at the Chapel of Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit, Michigan. In lieu of flowers friends are asked to consider memorial contributions to HomeReach Hospice, 3595 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43214 in Julia's memory. Arrangements by Rutherford Funeral Home, at Powell, 450 W. Olentangy Street, Powell, Ohio 43065 (614) 792-1471. |
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Wednesday 4-9 pm and Thursday 4-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Friday visitation at Holy Family Catholic Church, 24505 Meadowbrook, Novi at 10 a.m. until his funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Committal at Glen Eden Memorial Park, Livonia. |
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February 11, 2009, age 55, resident of Roscommon. Dear brother of Josette (Fred) Drobek, Rosette Doherty and Edwin Portelli. Dear uncle of Kris (Krista), Kerry, Michael and Kelly. Great uncle to Grace, Marissa and Isabelle. Proud owner of Foxy. Celebration of Life Memorial Mass will take place on Saturday, February 28th, 10 a.m., at Sweetest Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 4440 Russell, Detroit (313-831-6659). Family will receive friends at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. Arrangements entrusted to the Sterling Heights Chapel of the Obarzanek Funeral Home. |
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Patricia A. Mescar, 64, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater.  She was born Aug. 10, 1944 in Hillsdale to Donald and Martha (Haas) Varney. Surviving are two daughters, Patricia Welch of San Antonio, Texas and Pamela (Robert) Thomas of Nappanee, Ind.; a son, Nolan Mescar; sisters, Janet Webb of Hillsdale and Marcia Straley of Honor; two brothers, Jimmy Varney of Florida and Larry (Vicki) Varney of Hudson; half sister, Nancy (Mike) Halifax of Hastings; four grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and her step-mother, Marge Varney of Hastings. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald; mother and step-father, Royal and Martha Kipp; and brother Ronnie. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service for Patricia Mescar at a later date at Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Patricia M. Bird, 66, of Coldwater, died Monday, Feb. 23, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 2, 2009 at 3 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor David Anderson officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 1 p.m. on Monday. Patricia was born June 17, 1942 in Coldwater to Bud and Esther (Boston) Reynolds. She married George Bird, Sr. on June 14, 1974. He preceded her in death in 1982. Mrs. Bird has been a lifelong resident of Coldwater. She worked for many years at several local factories and restaurants, most recently at Elias Brothers Big Boy in Coldwater, where she spent 13 years, retiring in 2000. Patricia was a people person. She belonged to the First Baptist Church in Coldwater, she enjoyed socializing and playing cards, but most of all she loved to cook, especially for other people. Patricia is survived by her son Jan (Ashleigh) Reynolds of Quincy, Thomas (Shannon) Reynolds of Coldwater, Jason (Angela) Bird of Quincy, her daughter Tammi (Rich) Condre of Indianapolis, her stepchildren George Bird, Jr., Paul Bird and Vicky Wolfinger, all of Angola, Dan Bird of Bronson, Frank Bird of Mongo, Ind., John Bird of LaGrange, Barb Morford of Coldwater, Debbie Jo Johnson of Osseo and their families, brothers Lloyd Reynolds of Quincy, Charlie Baker and Jerry Reynolds, both of Litchfield, sisters Jane Baker of Ft. Myers, Fla., Lois Knickerbocker of Stockbridge and their families, special friend Tom Andrews of Angola, many grand and great grandchildren and many other friends. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers Robert and Darrell Blanchard. Memorials may be directed to The American Diabetes Association. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
Paul "Nick" Giuliani Oxford Paul "Nick" Giuliani, 66, of Oxford, passed away Tuesday (February 17, 2009). He was born on March 9, 1942, to the late Emmanuel and Margaret Giuliani. Nick was a dedicated worker and owner of a gas station in Royal Oak. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jeanne (Fox) Giuliani of Oxford; daughter, Beth (Darin) Brown; sons, Nicholas (Donna) Giuliani, Glen (Tammy) Giuliani, Stephen Giuliani; grandchildren, Charlotte, Stephanie, Sydney, Morgan, Taylor; sister, Mary Balog; also many loving nieces and nephews. Memorials to Food Bank of Eastern Michigan, 2312 Lapeer Road, Flint, MI 48503 or Oakland County Problem Pregnancy Center, 35 North Washington, Oxford, MI 48371 are greatly appreciated. Funeral services were held Saturday (February 21, 2009) at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Lapeer. Father Aaron DePeyster officiated. Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, downtown Lapeer. |
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Paul Moenaert Lum Paul Moenaert, 80, of Lum, passed away Sunday (February 22, 2009) at Lapeer County Medical Care Facility, surrounded by his family after an extended illness. Paul was born May 6, 1928, in Warren, the son of Isadore and Germaine Moenaert. He spent most of his life in the Imlay City area. He married Frances Landry Reaves on May 15, 1956 in Imlay City. Early in his life, Paul worked at General Motors Truck & Coach in Pontiac, Columbia Tool & Die in Detroit and owned his own crop and dairy farm in Lum. He enjoyed stock car racing and was a member of the Imlay City Eagles. He is survived by his spouse, Fran Moenaert of Imlay City; daughter, Janet Moenaert of Imlay City; sons, Vic (Joanne) Moenaert of Imlay City, Paul W. Moenaert of Swartz Creek, Kip (Gayle) Reaves of Imlay City, Mark Reaves of Imlay City, John (Vicky) Moenaert of Imlay City; 19 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Judy Moenaert; parents, Isador |
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Paul “Wally” V. Lashaway, 57 of Alvordton, Ohio for over 30 years died early Sunday morning at C.H.P. Defiance Inpatient Hospice. He was born Oct. 18, 1951 in Wauseon, Ohio to Lloyd J. Lashaway and Eileen F. (Myers) Lashaway.   Wally was an owner and operator of long haul truck driving for approximately 40 years. He had a great love for horses and being involved in saddle club events. Wally had a very special gift for making everyone he met feel like family. Surviving are three daughters: Angela Eileen Lashaway of Hillsdale, Joni Kay Lashaway Matthews of Alvordton and Megan Jae Lashaway of Pioneer, Ohio; one sister Ruth (Methi) Maninan of Lampang, Thailand; three brothers Duane (Beth) Lashaway of Wauseon, Ohio, Roger Lashaway of Kunkle, Ohio, and Kevin (Joni) Lashaway of West Unity, Ohio; and two grandchildren Gabriel James Matthews and Alexandrea G. Kendra.  He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Lowell Lashaway. Visitation for Wally will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday Feb. 25 at the Thompson Funeral Home in Pioneer. Services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday at the Pioneer Church of the Nazarene in Pioneer with Pastor Mike Wilder to officiate. Interment will be at Floral Grove Cemetery in Pioneer.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.   |
Pearl Smith, 84, of Monroe died at 12:15 this morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Bennett-Prochnow Funeral Home. |
Peter A. Gagne, 83, died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. |
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Philip is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of 58 years; two sons, Robert and Daniel; and six grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his daughter, Joni, in February 2008. Philip was a veteran of the Korean War and is finally at peace from his long battle with Parkinson's. The memorial service is Saturday, February 28, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at Peace Reformed Church, 9530 Woodbridge in Zeeland.  Memorial contributions may be made to Michigan Parkinson's Foundation. www.lakeshorememorial.com.   |
Phillip E. Seemann 1955 - 2009 Phillip "Phil" Edward Seemann, R.Ph., 54, Pigeon, passed away unexpectedly February 16, 2009 at home. He was born on February 10, 1955 in Saginaw, he was the son of Randy Lou (Gronski) Bruns and the late Walter Leroy Seemann. Following his 1973 Hemlock High School graduation, Phil attended Ferris State University, where he was a member of Phi Delta Chi Fraternity. He graduated in 1977 with a B.S. degree from the F.S.U. School of Pharmacy. On August 6, 1977, he was united in marriage at the First United Methodist Church in Saginaw, to Rosanne Marie Allen, whom he had dated since October 1, 1970. She survives him. Phil was a stem cell transplant cancer survivor. He worked as a Registered Pharmacist throughout his career-at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw, Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon, Wrights Pharmacy in Sebewaing and RiteAid in Bad Axe and Standish. His #1 hobby was his family and his grandchildren, especially while swimming in the family pool. His church, watching football (including the Lions) and playing pool with his teammates were priorities. He enjoyed golfing, sailing, music and classic cars, especially his 1969 Cutlass convertible. Phil was a very good cook and loved grilling great barbecue food. He was an avid hunter, but often slept in the blind while hunting. He was a member of the Pigeon First United Methodist Church, the Pigeon Lions Club and the Hubbard Winsor Lodge No. 420 F & AM. In addition to Rosanne, his wife and soulmate, he is survived by a daughter, Jessica (Jerry) Spannagel, Saginaw; a son, Jason (Becky) Seemann, Saginaw; five grandsons: Phillip, Carl and Ian Spannagel and Austin & Jaxson Seemann; his mother and stepfather, Randy and Dale Bruns, Hemlock; his sisters and brothers: Sally (Ron) Bottke, Clarkston, Walt (Tammi) Seemann, Saginaw, John Seemann, Auburn and Doris "Dolly" (Don) Roy, Saginaw; his stepsisters, Debbie (Paul) Dembowski, Coleman, Donna (Pat) Kinley, Saginaw and Deanna (Mark) Stewart, Bay City; brothers and sisters-in-law: Wesley (Judy) Allen, Ernest (Sue) Allen, Howard (Pegg) Allen and Corrinne "Corky" (Gary) Nye and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter; his beloved in-laws, Howard and Erma Allen and his stepsister, Midge Bruns. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at the Pigeon First United Methodist Church, with Rev. John Britt, pastor, officiating. Burial took place in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Saginaw. Memorials may be made to Pigeon First United Methodist Church, Pigeon Lions Club or the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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Phyllis J. Harvey age 79, of Mesick, and formerly of Colon, passed away Feb. 21, 2009, at the home of her daughter, Connie Schwartz, in Colon.  Phyllis was born Oct. 13, 1929, in Battle Creek, a daughter to the late Burr B. and Lena Mae (Parks) Eberhard.  Phyllis grew up in Colon graduating from Colon High School with the Class of 1947.  She lived in Colon until 1985 when she moved up north to Mesick.  On Feb. 2, 1947, she married Howard Harvey in Centreville.  Phyllis was a homemaker and had been employed at the former Paramount Furniture Co. and former Kirsch Co. both in Sturgis and also at the Colmer Co. in Colon.  Phyllis enjoyed the out of doors, gardening, mushrooming, and enjoyed feeding the deer and birds.  She is survived by her husband, Howard Harvey of Mesick; two daughters, Connie Schwartz and special friend Ed Snyder and Kathy Shotko and husband Ron of Colon; son, Mike Harvey and wife Sue of Athens; daughter-in-law, Judy Harvey of Sherwood; 18 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Robert Eberhard of Brentwood, Calif.; and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by a son, Raymond L. Harvey; and a grandson, Raymond L. Harvey II; and three brothers, Max, Richard and Clifford Eberhard.  The family will receive relatives and friends from 1-4 p.m. Tuesday at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Phyllis J. Harvey will then take place at 4 p.m. at the funeral home with David J. Farrell officiating.  Cremation will follow.  A graveside service and burial of cremains will take place at a later date at the Yuma Cemetery, Yuma Mich.  If desired the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Phyllis to either Hospice of Sturgis or the Colon Rescue Squad.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. |
Rebecca K. Grodi, age 51, of Detroit Beach passed away February 20, 2009 in her home. |
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Richard B. Wolfe, 68, of Bryan, Ohio, died Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, at Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers in Bryan, where he was a patient.  Throughout his work career, Mr. Wolfe was employed by the Ranch House for 20 years, Pepsico in Bryan for four years and was district manager for Certified Stations for 20 years.  Recently he was employed as an auto transporter for Casebere Motor Sales.  He was a member of Bryan Moose Lodge 1064 and Bryan Eagles, Aerie 2233.  Richard B. Wolfe was born Jan. 7, 1941, in Pioneer, Ohio, the son of Wauneta Wolfe.  He married Mary Ann LaBani on April 1, 1978, in Bryan, Ohio, and she survives. Surviving in addition to his wife are five sons, Ricky Lee Wolfe, of Bryan, Ohio, Terry A. (Jody) Wolfe, of West Unity, Ohio, Tom (Kara) Girten, of Whitehouse, Ohio, Scott Ickes, of Angola, Indiana, and Gary Ickes, of Bryan, Ohio, nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, Phyllis (Frank) Easterday, of Quincy, Patty (Chester) Greeno, of Findlay, Ohio, and Deb (Joe) Bowman, of Bryan, Ohio, and one brother, Gary Edinger, of Findlay, Ohio. Services for Richard B. Wolfe will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25 in Krill Funeral Home, 860 West Mulberry Street, Bryan, with Pastor Mark Pittman officiating.  Interment will be in Fountain Grove Cemetery.  Visitation will be in Krill Funeral Home 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24.  Condolences may be sent to and the online register signed at www.krillfuneralservice.com. |
Richard Clinton, 43, of Huron Township died Monday. |
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Robert J. Yoakum, age 73, of Adrian passed away Monday, Feb. 23, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility.  Bob was born on Oct. 22, 1935, in Springfield, Ill., the son of Jesse and Carrie (Rucker) Yoakum. He graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1953. Bob worked as a finish carpenter for Krieghoff for many years.  Later he worked for Kewaunee, traveling extensively installing their equipment. Music was an important part of Bob’s life. He sang with several acappella groups and spent a year on a European tour while a student at Harding University. Locally, Bob played banjo and sang with the Family Circle Band. He was a member of Adrian Church of Christ. Bob is survived by two sons, Dr. James D. Yoakum and John S. Yoakum, both of North Carolina; three stepchildren, several grandchildren; a brother, Tom (Joyce) Yoakum of Connecticut; a sister, Shirley (Leon) Bacus of Gladwin; a special niece, Carol (Jeff) Rockwell of Adrian; and a special cousin, Jackie (Richard) Halsey, also of Adrian. He was preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey, and three brothers, John, Jesse and Claude. The funeral service for Bob will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with Roger Harkness officiating. Burial will be private. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Friday from noon until the service. You may also send condolences or sign the register book at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Bob may be made to Adrian Church of Christ. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
Rose M. Jackson Lapeer Rose M. Jackson, 53, of Lapeer, passed away Thursday (February 19, 2009). She was born June 21, 1955, in Lapeer, to Wilbert and Florence (Capling) Woodward. She married Raymond Adam Jackson on February 15, 1980. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Jackson of Lapeer; daughter, Tonya Jackson of Lapeer; grandchildren, Jacob and Jason; siblings, Eleanor VanDyke of Kalamazoo, Jim (Carol) Woodward of Attica, Patricia Smith of Lapeer; Roy "Butch" (Patricia) Woodward of Lapeer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilbert and Florence Woodward. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Funeral services were held Monday (February 23, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Pastor Joe Carpenter officiated. Burial was in Dawn Memorial Cemetery, Lapeer. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111. |
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WOOSTER, Ohio -- Rose Marie E. DeFelice, 83, of Wooster, died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009, at West View Manor in Wooster. |
Rosena M. Kelley 1916-2009 Rosena M. Kelley, 92, Port Hope, passed away Friday, February 20, 2009 in the Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She was born in Port Hope on July 12, 1916, the daughter of the late Frank and Mae (Merchant) Koglin. She was united in marriage to Stewart Kelley on Nov. 14, 1936 in Yale. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Nov 16, 1986. Stewart preceded her in death on Nov. 22, 1988. She attended the United Methodist Church in Port Hope. She enjoyed gardening, baking and cooking. She was a friend to everyone and she especially enjoyed being with her grandchildren. She enjoyed working on the farm and working with her cattle. She is survived by her children, Dale (Colleen) Kelley, Lenox Twp., A. Elnora "Kelley" Junkkari, Harbor Beach, Dennis (Jennifer) Kelley, Port Hope, Dean (Linda) Kelley, Kinde and Sheila (Craig) Palach, Fergus Falls, Minn.; 13 grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren; three brothers, Frank (Clara) Koglin, Mesa, Ariz., Fred (Bernice) Koglin, Port Hope and Albert Koglin, Bath and four sisters, Lena Sengstock, Port Hope, Dora (Delbert) Collison, Port Hope, Marlene (Julius) Martinez, Harbor Beach and Gloria Western, Ubly. She was preceded in death by a son, Gary Kelley; brother, Alfred Koglin; daughter-in-law, Carolyn Kelley; son-in-law, Phillip Junkkari; brothers-in-law, Arthur Sengstock, Herman Pleiness and Charles Western and a sister-in-law, Florence Koglin. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at 1 p.m. in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach with Rev. Craig Palach of Faith Lutheran Church in Fergus Falls, Minn. officiating. Burial will take place in the Marquardt Cemetery, Port Hope. Visitation will be Wednesday from noon until the time of services in the funeral home. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Rudy E. Stahl 80 years of Windhaven Elder Care, Temperance, MI passed away Saturday February 21, 2009. |
Ruth A. Dover Lapeer Ruth A. Dover, 81, of Lapeer, passed away Wednesday (February 18, 2009). She was born January 12, 1928, in Michigan City, Ind., to Lem and Annie (Henderson) Carter. She married Henry Dover on July 24, 1965 in Bad Axe. Mrs. Dover was known by many as the "tea pot lady" at the local Bingo halls. Those who knew her, lived Ruth's enjoyment and energy for Christmas. In fact, she typically started in January shopping and planning for Christmas. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her children, James (Mary) Lovelace of Nevada, Kenny (Kerry) Lovelace of Davison, Lynda Daly of Lapeer, Sue (Bernie) Hotchkiss of Lapeer; grandchildren, Korri, Kelli, B.J., Jenice, Brie, Valentine, Jamis and Dover; 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Dover in 2006; 5 siblings and her parents. Funeral services were held Monday (February 23, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Pastor Randy Hotchkiss officiated. |
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Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 49150 Schoenherr (North of 22 Mile) Shelby Twp. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at |
SILBERMAN RONALD JAY |
Beloved husband of Marilynn Silberman. Dear father of Scott (Laura) Silberman, Stacy (Robert) Goodman and Megan (John) Male. Loving grandfather of Allie, Jack and Ben Silberman, Annie and Eli Goodman, Hannah and Jami Male. Devoted brother of the late Ina Portney Kadish. Also survived by many other loving family members and friends. SERVICES TODAY, 12 NOON AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com |
STOETZER CHARLES F |
Age 64, February 22, 2009. Beloved brother of Linda (James Carrick) and Robert (Ruthann). Dear uncle of Rochelle Roy, Kelsey, Jordan, and Kasey Stoetzer. Memorial service, 3 p.m., Saturday, February 28 at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 15 Mile, east of Van Dyke. Memorials may be sent to Hospice of Michigan. |
SZCZERBA BERNARD |
January 26, 2009. Age 81. Beloved husband of Dorothy; outstanding, loving father and role model to Michael, Kenneth, Donna, Marc and John. Proud grandfather of eleven; great-grandfather of three. Memorial Service 10:30 a.m. Saturday February 28, 2009 at St. Thomas a'Beckett Catholic Church, 555 Lily Road Canton MI. Memorial contributions to Alzheimer's Association. |
SZKIL STELLA T (Nee WROBLEWSKI) |
of Hamtramck, MI. February 11, 2009, age 84. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Dearest mother of Constance Mitchell and Mark (Diane) Szkil. Loving grandmother of Jocelyn, Cassandra, Jonathan and Nathaniel. Memorial Mass Saturday, February 28, 10:30 a.m. at St. Florian Church (Hamtramck), 2626 Poland. Arrangements by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com |
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Sandra Lee Poole (nee Prokos) was born March 15, 1952 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Marjorie and Richard Prokos, Sr. A resident of Lufkin, Texas (formerly Downriver, Michigan), she began her journey up the stairway to Heaven Feb. 20, 2009. |
Sandra Lee Szumal, age 58, of Applegate, formerly of Fair Haven and Gladwin, passed away at the Courtney Manor Nursing Center, Bad Axe. |
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Shirley Marie Naganashe Oldman, born May 9, 1955, began her journey on Feb. 22, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. |
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Stacy Edward Bradish, age 42, of Adrian died unexpectedly on Jan. 22, 2009, in Tallahassee, Fla. He was born Sept. 30, 1966, in Adrian. Stacy loved hunting, traveling and poker. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. Surviving is his mother, Jean Filter, and stepfather Jeff Filter of Wickliffe, Ohio; one brother, Rodney (Jackie) Bradish of Adrian; one sister, Tracie Bradish (Fernando Flores) of San Antonio, Texas; four nephews, Brian (Ashley) Bradish and Donavon Flores, both of San Antonio, Texas; Rodney Bradish Jr. and Matthew Bradish, both of Adrian; two uncles, Rod (Dee) Bradish of Adrian and Macklin Bradish of Indiana. He was preceded in death by his father, Douglas  Bradish. A memorial gathering will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, followed by a dinner served from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 3375 Treat Highway, Adrian. |
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THE Family of the late Walter Forster would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the community for their support during this difficult time. We would especially like to thank Dr. Ali Khan and staff, the employees of Scheurer Hospital and its emergency room staff who took diligent care of his health for many years. We would also like to thank Dr. Maheshwari, the SICU and the flight care staff of St. Mary's for bringing him comfort during his final hours. Many thanks to the Cross Lutheran Church and Pastor Tim Loehrke for presiding over the funeral service. Your words and the church community have brought our family much needed comfort during our time of loss. Finally, we would like to express our appreciation to the staff at the Champagne Funeral Home for helping us oversee the many details in a way only a neighbor could. |
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THORESON GERALDINE |
at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi (248) 348-1800 Friday, 12:00 p.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m. Interment Oakland Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to: Peppi's House Hospice Unit, c/o TMC, 5301 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85712. |
TRIPLETT ULYSSES |
Owner and founder of Triplett Cleaners passed away on February 24, 2009 at Providence Hospital. Arrangements held by Murdock Funeral Home. |
TROSZAK JOSEPH |
Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7:30 Scripture service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday in state 8 a.m. at St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 38900 Dodge Park at 17 Mile Rd., until time of Mass 9 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Joseph's honor would be appreciated to St. Vincent DePaul. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to the Harbor Beach ambulance, doctor, nurses, St. Mary's Flight personnel, doctors and nurses, family members and friends for all their well wishes. Dena Diehl & Family |
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Thelma I. Atkison, 88, of Mishawaka, Ind., died Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in South Bend, Ind. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the American Lung Association or American Heart Association. |
LeGAULT, Thomas Roy, Jr. - Age 84, of Linden, died Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at his residence surrounded by his family. Funeral mass will be celebrated 10:30 AM Friday, February 27, 2009 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 600 N. Adelaide St., Fenton with Rev. Fr. David Harvey, celebrant. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery. Visitation will be held 2-5 and 6-8 PM Thursday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 W. Silver Lake Rd., Fenton where a rosary will be prayed at 7 PM Thursday. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to St. John G.I.F.T. Campaign. Mr. LeGault was born October 21, 1924 in Rogers City, the son of Thomas Roy and Ruth (McKenzie) LeGault, Sr. He was a graduate of Flint Central High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in World War II. Mr. LeGault married Virginia Delecki on September 7, 1946. He retired from General Motors in 1988 after 45 years of service. Mr. LeGault was member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Fenton VFW Curtis Wolverton Post 3243, the Knights of Columbus, Loyal Order of the Moose #430, all in Fenton, the American Legion and Elks Lodge in Venice, FL. Surviving are: wife, Virginia; three children, Sandra and husband Dan Albert of Charlotte, NC, Michael LeGault of Fenton, Dawn and husband Dwayne Davidson of Fenton; son, Michael Lowe; and son-in-law, Denny Lutz; 11 grandchildren, David, Kari, Danielle, Kristine, Michael Ryan, Michael Dennis, Kristen, Katherine, Molly, Connor and Dylan; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Don LeGault and wife Sidney; sister, Donna Ferens; several nieces and nephews. His daughter, Linda Lutz preceded him in death. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com The family extends a special thank you to Hospice and the special "ladies" caretakers in his life, Candy, Rita, Beth, Jenette, Sharlene and Holly. |
MITCHELL, Mr. Thomas J., Sr. Age 77 Of Kalamazoo, MI Passed away Saturday February 21, 2009. Thomas was born October 4, 1931, the son of Hellen and Otto Mitchell, in Benton Harbor, MI. He was a graduate of Western Michigan University and Detroit University as well as Officer Candidate School. He retired from Ameritech as a Contract Administrator. He also was employed as a Network Engineer. Before becoming a Network Engineer, he served as Lieutentant J-G in the U.S. Navy between 1954 and 1956. Thomas worked with the youth in Hartland, MI as a Boy Scout Committee Chairman. Surviving are his wife, Jacqueline; ten children, Kappe', Roseanne, Patricia, Christine, Thomas Jr., Mary, Pierre, Paula, Monique and Cynthia. He was a grandfather and great-grandfather to 14 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Rosary will be held at 10:00 AM with a Mass following at 10:30 AM Thursday at St. Augustine Cathedral, Kalamazoo, MI. Friends may view Mr. Mitchell's online obituary at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Arrangements by the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. |
Timothy Guyer, age 54, of Culver City, California, formerly of Monroe, MI died February 7, 2009, at his home.He was born March 26, 1954, in Monroe, MI, to William and Francella (Edmondson) Guyer. |
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will be Friday, Feb. 27, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., also at the funeral home. A full obituary will be in the next edition of the Record-Eagle.Arrangements are entrusted to the Covell Funeral Home, Traverse City. |
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at church begins at 10 a.m. Memorial tributes to St. Lazarus Serbian Orthodox Church, Leader Dogs for The Blind, or Shriners Hospitals for Children. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
TAYLOR - Virgil Taylor, age 79, went to be with his Lord, Monday, February 23, 2009. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday at the Cook Funeral Home in Byron Center, 2067 84th St. SW. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Byron Center Bible Church, 8855 Byron Center Ave. SW. The full obituary will be available on Wednesday. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guestbook online at www.cookfuneralservices.com. Cook Funeral and Cremation Services |
WILK GENEVIEVE |
"JEAN" (KLYSZEWSKI) February 13, 2009, age 91. Beloved wife of the late John A. Dear mother of Deanna (Don) Newport. Loving grandmother of Brad and Jeff. Also survived by one sister Cassie Goch. Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009 at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation 9-11 a.m. Memorials to the John A. and Genevieve Wilk Scholarship Fund at Alpena Community College, Alpena, MI 49707. |
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Wilberta “Bertie” A. Beaubien, 70, of Hudson, passed away Monday, Feb. 23, 2009 at home. She was born June 23, 1938, in North Adams to Marion and Ellen (Kunkle) Cooley. She was a member of the Antique Tractor Club, enjoyed playing cards, gardening, flowers, and fishing. On June 23, 1980, she married Leon Beaubien and he survives in Hudson. Also surviving are two daughters, Vicky (Carl) Sito of Stryker, Ohio and Cheryl (Tim) Ballmer of Fayette, Ohio; two sons, Jeff (Shelly) Honeycutt of Columbus, Ohio and Leonard (Nancy Beaubien) of Hudson; one sister, Pat Weindel of Woodville, Ohio; one brother Mike (Helena) Brown of Florida; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, David Honeycutt. Visitation is scheduled from 2-6 p.m. Thursday at the Cambria Baptist Church on 2772 Lilac Road in Cambria.  There will be a prayer service at 6 p.m. with Pastor Don Harkey officiating. Burial in Maplewood Cemetery will follow at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee County. |
William "Bill" Diehl Imlay City William "Bill" Diehl, 55, of Imlay City, passed away Sunday (February 22, 2009) at home. William Lee Diehl was born May 13, 1953, in Lapeer, the son of Herbert and Pearl Diehl. He grew up in Metamora, Lapeer and Attica. He moved to the Imlay City area about 6 years ago. Bill was a graduate of Lapeer High School, class of 1971. He married Janie Schmidt on May 16, 1986 in Attica. Bill had been employed at Metamora Products as a molding technician for 23 years. He enjoyed camping, fishing and his dogs. He is survived by his wife, Janie Diehl of Imlay City; son, Christopher (Laura) Diehl of Flint; daughter, Holly Diehl of Imlay City; brother, Loid Diehl of Idaho; sister-in-law, Alice Diehl of Flint. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Pearl; brothers, Herbert Diehl Jr. and James Diehl; sisters, Mary Alice Stone, Eva J. Albrecht and Barbara Sue Johnson; infant sister, Linda. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Satur |
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William D. “Yoder” Isaac, age 53, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, at the Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. He was born Dec. 15, 1955, in Sturgis, a son to Patricia Eberhard. William was adopted and raised by his grandparents Harold and Thelma Isaac and has been a resident of Sturgis most of his life. On Nov. 1, 1975, in Sturgis, he married Toby Sybesma. William was currently employed by Ross Laboratories Division of Abbott Laboratories where he had worked for many years. He had previously been employed at Bristol Valley Foods, Sturgis Carton (Americraft Carton), and Montgomery Ward. William enjoyed working in the yard, bowling, fishing, racing, karaoke, and spending time with family and friends, especially his grandson Logan, who knew him as “Pappa,” and his stepgrandchildren. He was a fan of the Detroit Tigers baseball team and the Detroit Lions football team and he enjoyed listening to country music, The Beatles, The Beach Boys and The Eagles. Surviving are his loving wife of 33 years, Toby; a daughter, Melissa (John) Delarye of Sturgis; grandson, Logan; grandmother, Thelma Isaac; three stepgrandchildren, Taylor, Sarah, and Jarrett Delarye of Sturgis; several stepbrothers and stepsisters. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Harold Isaac in 2004; daughter, Kristy Lee Isaac in 2000; mother, Patricia Sparck, and stepbrother, John Sparck. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2– 4 and 6–8 p.m., Wednesday, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Funeral services celebrating the life of William D.“Yoder” Isaac will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. A graveside committal service will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. The family suggest those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Isaac’s memory consider Kristy’s Kids Scholarship Fund, c/o: Glen Oaks Community College, 62249 Shimmel Road, Centreville, MI 49032. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.tributes.com. |
• William E. Hanson, 72, of Pentwater, died Monday, Feb. 23. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
William P. Vogler Jr. 1933-2009 William P. Vogler Jr., 75, Oscoda, formerly of Harbor Beach, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at St. Mary's Medical Center of Saginaw. He was born in Detroit on March 11, 1933 to the late William and Anna (Slumba) Vogler. He and Betty Stocks were united in marriage on October 2, 1954 in Harbor Beach. Bill served in the United States Coast Guard during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Teamsters 299 as a truck driver. He was also a member of the American Legion of Oscoda. He is survived by his wife, Betty, Oscoda; children, Theresa (Steve) Ann Johnson, Wayne, Matthew Vogler, Oscoda and Pamela Black and her friend Tony Brardo, Westland; two grandchildren, Lisa Marie (Darrell) Ingram and Amy Lynn Jozefowicz and her friend Matt Young; and five great-grandchildren, Cammy, Dawsn, Alaina, Brianna and Jackson William. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Robert, George, Joseph and Edward Vogler. Funeral mass was held on Saturday, February 21, 2009 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church. Fr. William Spencer officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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