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Anthony J. Hoggard, 88, of Beaverton passed away to be with ever loving Savior Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the MidMichigan Medical Center. |
RUGGIRELLO, Anthony - Of Clio, age 77, died Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Genesys Hospice. Funeral services will be held 1pm Saturday, April 4, 2009 at the O'Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio. Burial at Flint Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 5-9pm, Friday from 12-3 and 5-9pm and Saturday from 11am until time of service. Complete obituary will run in Friday's paper. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com. |
Arthur L. Steinman |
Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
BASALA PAUL |
Sunday 3-8 p.m. Entombment at St. Hedwig Cemetery. |
BEY NORMAN ALLEN |
Was the 43 year old victim and father of three who was a faithful member of the Moorish Science Temple of America. He fell victim to a car accident on Saturday, March 28, 2009 on Grand River and McGraw. The funeral service will be held by the Moorish Science Temple of America at the Muslim Center located on the corner of Woodrow Wilson and Davidson on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 1 p.m. |
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Friday 1-9 p.m. Scripture Service Friday 7 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (1 block N. of 12 Mile Rd.) Warren. In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Cletus Catholic Church, 26256 Ryan Rd. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery., 2 guest book messages |
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CHARLOTTE ISABELL MAEDEL APPLEGATE Charlotte Isabell Maedel, age 90, of Applegate, passed away at the Marlette Hospice Residence on Saturday, March 28, 2009. She was born on November 3, 1918 at Valley Center, Michigan, daughter of the late Audrey and Charlotte (Muir) Murray. Charlotte was married to Harvey Edward Maedel on May 31, 1941 in Valley Center, Michigan. He passed away June 12, 1988. She was a school teacher, she taught for 31 years in schools in Sanilac County. She was also a member of the Community of Christ Church (R.L.D.S.), in Croswell. She is survived by one daughter; Dellene (John) Savage of Sandusky, one son; John (Claudia) Maedel of Applegate, four grandchildren; Shannon (Paul) Morell of Sterling Heights, Stephanie (Adam) Lulis of Sandusky, Lisa Maedel and fianc Michael Koehn of St. Clair, Steven (Roxanne) Maedel of Applegate, two great granddaughters; Ellie and Megan Morell, one sister; Helen Lennon of Arizona, one brother; John Murray of Brown City, one brother-in-law; Wallace Jackson of Kansas, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by one sister, Virginia Jackson. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at Hacker Funeral Parlors in Sandusky, Michigan with Elder James McLeod of Valley Center and Elder Darrell Bechtel of Croswell. Burial was in Zion Cemetery, Watertown, Michigan. Memorials may be made to the Marlette Hospice Residence, or the Community of Christ Church. Arrangements made by Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. |
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at R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451 Farmington Rd., Livonia, Sunday 1-9 p.m. and Monday 10:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 11 a.m. at St. Gerald Catholic Church. |
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Friday 3:30 -9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave. St. Clair Shores. In state Saturday 10 a.m. until time of Service 11 a.m. Bethel Lutheran Church, 26400 Little Mack at Frazho, St. Clair Shores. Frieda was a Red Cross Volunteer at Bon Secours Hospital for 16 years and her love and care for others will keep her memory alive for a long time. Share a memory at |
Carol Kay Grover Davison Carol Kay Grover, 57, of Davison (formerly of Dryden) passed away. She was born June 18, 1951, to William and Lucille (South) Irelan. She married Michael R. Grover in August 1969. Carol graduated from Lapeer High School, class of 1969. She worked for many years as an inspector at Metamora Products. She is survived by her husband, Michael Grover of Davison; children, Clinton (Tina) Grover of Davison, Kelly Grover of Davison, Michael Welch of Columbiaville, Angela (Rex) Roach of Lum; grandchildren, Matthew, Carolann, Travis, Nathan and Sarah; mother, Lucille Irelan of Davison; siblings, Lisa Goodman of Colorado, Luann (David) Best of Metamora, Wanda Irelan of Davison, Lynette (Butch) Mobley of Davison. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Teresa Grover; father, William Irelan; brother, Keith Irelan; sister, Janice Irelan. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Funeral services were held Tuesday (March 31, 2009) |
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Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. |
Charles "Chuck" Batzloff Lapeer Charles "Chuck" Batzloff, 94, of Lapeer, passed away Wednesday (March 25, 2009). Chuck was born December 25, 1914, to Charles J. and Johanna (Schultz) Batzloff. He married Charlotte Pearce on March 14, 1937 in Pontiac. Mr. Batzloff enjoyed fishing on McKeen Lake and was a huge Detroit Tiger fan. Mr. Batzloff is survived by wife, Charlotte of Lapeer; children, Phyllis Caley of Metamora, Todd (Sandy) Batzloff of Lake Odessa, Mich. and Fred (Linda) Batzloff of Lapeer; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Donald (Alta) Batzloff of Otter Lake. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, James, Harold and Clifford. Memorial contributions may be made to Suncrest Auxiliary. Funeral Services were held Saturday (March 28, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. His son, Rev. Todd P. Batzloff, officiated. Burial was in Oregon Township Cemetery (German Cemetery). Arrangements made by Muir Bro |
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HYRMAN, Charles J., "Charley" - Age 87, of Swartz Creek, also known to many as the "M&M Man" went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 12PM Saturday, April 4, 2009 at St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Swartz Creek, Fr. Steven Mattson, celebrant. The family will receive friends 11AM Saturday until time of Mass at church. Interment will follow at Crestwood Memorial Gardens, Flint. Visitation will be 1-5 and 6-8PM Friday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Queen of Angels Church, for installation of an elevator. Online condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
Charles W. Buck, age 86, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the Riverbend Assisted Living in East China, Michigan after a long illness. |
Cheryl L. "Cheri" Othersen 1948-2009 Cheryl Lee "Cheri" Othersen, 60, Saginaw, formerly of Unionville, passed away Friday, March 20, 2009. She was born in Cass City on August 17, 1948, the daughter of Andrew and Ruth (Jacoby) Houthoofd. Cheri was an independent insurance agent and was a member of the Saginaw Chamber of Commerce. She was active in and proud of her achievements with Habitat for Humanity and was a supporter of the Saginaw Symphony Orchestra. She was a member of the Moravian Church. She is survived by her father, Andrew (Oletha) Houthoofd, Jackson, S.C.; daughter, Angela Othersen, Anthem, Ariz. and brother, Terry Houthoofd, Akron. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth, in May of 1985. Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the Unionville Moravian Church. Rev. Clifford Randall officiated, with burial taking place in Wisner Township Cemetery. The family has suggested memorials to the Cheryl Othersen memorial fund. Arrangements were handled by the Unionville Funeral Chapel. |
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Saturday 10 a.m. until time of service 1 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to American Diabetes Association or First Presbyterian Church of Royal Oak appreciated. Share your memories at |
DOLORES EVE GOUGH FLORIDA Dolores Eve Gough, age 78, of Marion County, Florida, previously a Bridgehampton Township resident in the Carsonville area, passed away Wednesday, March 25, in her home after a short illness. Dolores Wisienski was born in Chicago, Illinois, on December 24, 1930, to Frank and Katherine (Rumak) Wisienski. She married Trayton Junior Gough on December 20, 1950, in Deckerville. She was proud to be a farmer's wife and a homemaker who enjoyed being outdoors in the fresh air. She loved working on the family farm and tending her flower and vegetable gardens. Many of the thousands of citrus trees on their grove in Florida, she grew root stock from seed, then grafted and budded the many different varieties to the root stock and finally, helped hand pick many of the thousands of boxes of fruit each year. She took great pride in these productive trees. And the fresh squeezed orange juice was pretty darn good also! She was gifted at getting plants and flowers to grow. She would look for unusual and unique plants, propagate them from seeds or cuttings and the flowers that followed were always superb! She also enjoyed the Western and the Sci-Fi Channels on TV. Surviving are her husband of 58 years, Trayton Junior (Jr.), two sons; William (Christine) of Bay City and Trayton John (TJ) of Paisley, Florida, a very special daughter-in-law; Koko of Altoona, Florida, five grandchildren; Wil (Stacey) Gough of Mayville, Cindy (Daniel) Vincent of Utah, Sandi Gough of Utah, Kristie Stone of Deckerville and Nikki LaRue (Jerry) of Summerville, Tennessee, nine great grandchildren; Ryan, Trevor, Tyler, Austin, Alyssa, Kyle, Gabe, Lucas, and Lana. She is also survived by many sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, nieces and nephews. Dolores was predeceased by her mother, Katherine, father, Frank, her brother, Edward Wisienski and grandson Jeremy Gough. The Gough family would like to express their thanks and appreciation to Cecil Hamill, formerly with the Sanilac County Bank, for his confidence in their abilities and his financial assistance by investing in Dolores & Trayton's Michigan Dairy and later crop farming operation. They farmed in Bridgehampton Township for 27 years. This eventually provided them with the financial ability to invest in their Florida orange groves where they have enjoyed living and working for the last 23 years in the sunshine of Florida's great outdoors. The family would like to extend their heart felt thanks to Koko for her love and care of Dolores in her final days. A celebration of life for Dolores E. Gough was held at the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home with Fr. Charles Hammon officiating. Burial was in Downing Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to |
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Donald E. McNutt, 79, of Boyne City, died Friday, April 3, 2009, at home surrounded by his loving family. |
McLOGAN, Donald Caphton - Gentleman, was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on November 24, 1921. Service will be held 11AM Monday, April 6, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint. Interment will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held 12-4PM and 6-9PM Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations would be welcome for the "Poppy Fund" c/o American Legion Post 151, G-4314 W. Carpenter Road, Flint, MI 48504. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituary page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
Donald William Bessette Lapeer Donald William Bessette quietly passed away in the night of March 31, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jay and Alice Bessette; brother, Delmar Bessette. His sister, Alta (Bessette) Wilson, survives him and resides in a nursing home in Oxford. He leaves his wife of almost 63 years, Ethel Elizabeth Bessette. He left a very close family of 5 children: Shari (Bessette) Lockrey and husband, Robert; Jalaine (Bessette) Henry and husband, David; Deborah (Bessette) Rabb and husband, George; Scott Bessette and wife, Brenda; Rick Bessette and wife, Anne. Donald also leaves 9 grandchildren, Kimberly, Dave, Don, Bob, Joseph, Bradley, Griffin, Evan and Quinn; 5 great-grandchildren, Alexis, Kyle, Alec, Marshall and Brook. He was deeply loved and respected by all those he leaves behind. Don also had one more baby - his business. He started Bessette's Bumping & Painting over 50 years ago. He saw his business grow from an idea that lenders |
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E. Paul Raatz, age 65 years, of Niles, died at 4:26 p.m. Thursday, April 2, 2009 at Our Lady of Peace Hospital, South Bend, Ind. |
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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. |
GEORGE CSIZMADIA CARSONVILLE George Csizmadia, age 91, of Carsonville, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2009, in his home. He was born on October 30, 1917 in Detroit, son of the late George & Rose (Pinter) Csizmadia, Sr. He married Helen Vanyi on August 16, 1941. She passed away on January 3, 2005. George was the founder of the Csizmadia Pallet Factory and a farmer in Bridgehampton Township. He is survived by five sons; George Jr. of Croswell, Richard of Deckerville, David of Carsonville, James (Sue) of Deckerville and Donald (Jodie) of Port Sanilac, seven daughters; Helen (Terrance) Wilson of Deckerville, Rosemary (Wilbert) Goodall of Cass City, Joann (Jerry) Cook of Deckerville, Judy (Brian) Winiarski of Peck, Carol (Larry) Mitchell of Sandusky, Vicki (Richard) Wilson of Deckerville and Linda (Daniel) Pike of Anchorage, AK, twenty-eight grandchildren and twenty-six great grandchildren. George was preceded in death by a son, Michael, one grandson, Shawn, two brothers, Elmer &Louis and sister Bridgett Messman. Funeral services were held at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Carsonville with the Rev. David Frost, Baptist pastor officiating. Burial was in Washington Cemetery. His grandsons were the pall bearers. Memorials are suggested to Heartland Hospice. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Home, Six South Howard Ave., Croswell, MI 48422. 810-679-9800 |
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Beloved daughter of Arlene and Ted Goldberg. Dear sister of Robert (partner Liz Kinsman) Goldberg. Also survived by loving aunts, uncles and cousins. SERVICES 3 P.M. FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY CHAPEL. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. |
Gnatkowski, George R. "Dutch" "Bobby" Prudenville, Michigan Formerly of Saginaw Passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009. A complete obituary will be published in Sunday's edition of the Saginaw News. The funeral service will take place 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 6, 2009 at W.L. Case & Company, 4480 Mackinaw Rd. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens with military services under the auspices of American Legion Post No. 439. Friends may call at the chapel on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Monday from 12 noon until the time of the service. www.casefuneralhome.com |
Geraldine A. Wagner 1921-2009 Geraldine Ann Wagner, 87, Port Hope, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2009 at Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She was born on August 17, 1921 in Detroit to the late Frank and Bernadette (Flemming) Gallagher. Gerry and Jess were united in marriage in 1942 in Detroit. He preceded her in death on February 14, 1971. Gerry loved watching John Wayne movies and was an avid reader of novels. She was a mom to many young adults that worked on her dairy farm. She is survived by her children, Daniel and William Wagner, Della (Harry) Pareizs and Florence Wagner Burke; grandchildren, Daniel Wagner Jr., Jenelle and Danielle Wagner, John (Laura) Daniel Pareizs, Maija (Nick) George and Janice Burke; great-grandchildren, Zachary, Erica, Trisha and Elise Pareizs, Ethan Wagner, Jenna Hashim and Kelsie Marie George and brother, John (Mary) Gallagher. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jess; son, Jess Jr.; brothers, Frank and Robert Gallagher and sisters, Bernadette and Geraldine. Geraldine said her 80th birthday party was the highlight of her life, when over 100 friends and family came to honor her. She will be greatly missed by all. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A family memorial service will be held at a later time. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Gertrude M. Yaroch 1911-2009 Gertrude Marguerite Yaroch, 97, Bad Axe, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2009 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. She was born on June 2, 1911 in Kinde, daughter of the late James and Mary (Prange) Rice. She was united in marriage to Frank Yaroch in 1929 in Kinde. He preceded her in death. Gertie enjoyed bingo, dancing, polka music, her flower garden and when her grandchildren caller her "Bussia." She was well known for her famous homemade banana cake with caramel frosting. She is survived by two sons, Ronald (Kathleen) Yaroch, Bad Axe and Michael Yaroch, Bad Axe; two daughters, Patricia Wells, Bad Axe and Judy Copeland, Bad Axe; ten grandchildren, Joe (Darlene) Yaroch, Diane Johnston and special friend Charlie Greene, Marvin Johnston, Lori Johnston, Lisa (Mark) Bartleson, Shannon Copeland, Tammy (Aaron) Talaski, Ashten Yaroch, Randen Yaroch and Ronnie Yaroch; eight great-grandchildren, Staci Brown, Dawn (Tom) Cupach, Sequoyah Copeland, Elyse Bartleson, Lilly Bartleson, Blake Talaski, Balie Talaski and Bradie Talaski; three great-great-grandchildren, Shelby Yaroch, Brittany Brown and Abigail Cupach; and several nieces and nephews, and special niece Della (Ignash) Zebrowski. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Frances Wassin and Kathleen Yaroch; four brothers, Joseph, Leo, James and John Rice; five sisters, Martha Rice, Hattie Kula, Vera Ignash, Agnes Murawski and Josephine Hirschelman; a grandson, Michael Yaroch; a granddaughter, Deborah Johnston; a daughter-in-law, Caroline Yaroch and two son-in-laws, Norman Wassin and William Wells. Services were held on Thursday, March 26, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Fr. Rob Howe officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Sunday 2-8 p.m. with a Scripture service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blks. E of Woodward), Royal Oak. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Troy. Memorials to Sisters of St. Joseph of Nazareth, 3427 Gull Rd., Nazareth, MI 49074. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com., 3 guest book messages |
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GRANT, Harvey A. - Of Linden, age 64, died Thursday, April 2, 2009 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Per Harvey's wishes cremation has taken place. A complete obituary and memorial service will be announced later. |
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. |
SIMMS, Irene Ruth - Age 79, of Swartz Creek, died Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at her residence. Funeral services will be held 2 PM Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek, with Rev. G. Patrick England officiating. Burial in Plainfield Township Cemetery, Hale. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 PM. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Cancer Society. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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JULIA ANN (MOSHER) DUBOIS NEW MEXICO Julia Ann DuBois, age 56, of Edgewood, New Mexico passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on April 3, 1952 in Deckerville, Michigan to John and Julia (Csitari) Mosher. Julia Ann retired from GAO, Dubois Enterprise, where she was co-owner. She lived in Edgewood, New Mexico, formally of Deckerville, Michigan, for twenty years coming from Denver, Colorado. She was a member of the Lupus Foundation of New Mexico and the Toastmasters International. She is survived by her husband; Donald DuBois of Edgewood, New Mexico, mother; Julia Mosher of Sandusky and one brother; Charles Mosher of Sandusky, Michigan. She is preceded in death by her father, John Mosher and brother, Alex Mosher. There will be a memorial service at Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, New Mexico on Friday, April 3, 2009 at 3:00 pm with Rev. Larry Cox officiating. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to the Lupus Foundation, 1217 Alemeda, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87114. Arrangements made by Harris-Hanlon Mortuary "Our Family Serving Your Family" (505) 832-6130 www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com |
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Jonathan Assemany Dryden Jonathan Assemany, 27, of Dryden, passed away suddenly Sunday (March 29, 2009) at his mother's home. He was born June 19, 1981, in Livonia. He grew up in Rochester Hills, then the family moved to Dryden. Jonathan attended Dryden High School. He was a graduate of Kettering High School in Waterford. Jonathan had been employed by Royal Oak Boring Co. in Oxford. He was a CNC machine operator and worked on heavy equipment engine parts. He was a member of Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church in Dryden. He is survived by his mother, Dawn Assemany-Convery of Dryden; father, William (Pamela) Assemany of Richmond; sister, Brenna Suzanne (Shane) Presnall of Floresville, Texas; brother, Joseph William Convery of Metamora; stepbrothers, Joshua Pinch and Jonathan Pinch of Richmond; grandparents, Edmond Assemany of West Bloomfield, Joe and Carol Convery of Boynton Beach, Fla.; niece, Saffron Convery; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by h |
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ROSINE, Joy E. - Age 45, of Fenton Twp., died Tuesday, March 31, 2009. Services will be held 11 AM Friday, April 3, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton. Visitation will be held 2-9 PM Thursday. On-line condolences and tributes may be posted on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
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Friday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary Service 7 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E. J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile (NW corner 18 and Ryan). Funeral Service Saturday at St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church, 38650 Ryan (South of 17 Mile). Mrs. Kotulis will lie in state from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.View online guestbook at |
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Leona P. (Karbowski) DeShano of Auburn passed away Wednesday morning, March 25, 2009 at MidMichigan Medical Center–Midland, age 88 years. |
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Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead |
Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
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Age 68, April 1, 2009 of Fenton. Beloved husband of Patty S. Main. Loving father to Danny (Cheryl) Milan, Kimberly (Russell) Hill, Kelly (Robert) Newman. Proud grandfather of eight grandchildren. In state Saturday 9 AM followed by 10AM funeral Mass, Our Lady of Sorrows, 23815 Power Rd. (at Shiawassee) Farmington. Arrangements by Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd. (Btwn. Ford and Cherry Hill), Westland. To leave a message of condolence visit |
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Sunday 1-8 p.m. with services Monday 11 a.m. at MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell (517-546-2800). Burial in Great Lakes National Cemetery. Please visit the family's guestbook at |
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Mary Sarna |
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. |
Maxine E. Wiergowski 1927-2009 Maxine E. Wiergowski, 81, Akron, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2009. She was born in Gilford Township on July 7, 1927, daughter of Austin and Hazel (Reid) Houghteling. She married Robert Wiergowski on December 11, 1948. He preceded her in death on April 17, 2002. Maxine was a member of American Legion Post #421 Auxiliary and of Fairgrove VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed auto racing, country music and watching TV soaps. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Robert (Tammy), Akron; grandchildren, Kyle (Amanda), Bay City and Allison Wiergowski, Akron; great-granddaughter, Kallie Wiergowski; sisters, Goldie Weber, Akron and Wilma Wagner, Fairgrove; and brother-in-law, Harold Wiergowski, Reese. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Marvin, Clare, Ernie and Jack Houghteling and son-in-law, Frank Weber. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at Unionville Funeral Chapel. Kyle Wiergowski officiated, with burial taking place in Wisner Township Cemetery. The family has suggested memorials to the American Cancer Society or to the A-C-W ambulance service. Arrangements were handled by the Unionville Funeral Chapel, Unionville. |
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NAJOR LOUIS R |
2-9 p.m. Saturday and 1-9 p.m. Sunday with a Prayer service at 5 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13 ½ Mile Rd.) Warren. Instate at St. Sharbel Maronite Church, 31601 Schoenherr, Monday 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass 10 a.m. ahpeters.com, 2 guest book messages |
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Friday 4-9:00 PM at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (btwn Ford and Cherry Hill). Funeral service on Saturday 10:30 AM at the funeral home. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh Rd., Livonia, MI 48154. To share a memory, please visit |
Neil C. Hunt Madison, Wis. Neil C. Hunt, 68, of Madison, Wis. (formerly of Lapeer) passed away Tuesday (March 24, 2009). He was born December 26, 1940, in Goodrich, to Philip and Susie (Winer) Hunt. Mr. Hunt was an electrician for GM, retiring after 25 years. He was a proud and active member of A.A., in recovery for over 20 years. Neil was an avid reader, chess player and enjoyed water skiing. He was active in the Boy Scouts, achieving the rank of Eagle Scout in the late 1950's. He is survived by his children, Michelle Reed of Madison, Wis., Bruce (Michelle) Pillar of Ortonville, Dan Pillar of White Lake, Dave (Lisa) Pillar of New Mexico; grandchildren, Tyler, McCarthy and Brendan; siblings, Carl (Judy) Hunt of Fostoria, Marion Hunt of Florida, Paul (Marsha) Hunt of Ohio, Sue Sharp (Gary) Hampton of North Branch and Phillip Hunt of Birch Run. He was preceded in death by his brother, Edgar Hunt; his parents. A memorial service will be scheduled for sometime in late Ma |
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PAPA WILLIAM |
Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.) Memorial contributions in William's honor would be appreciated to Leader Dogs for the Blind of Rochester. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at |
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at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd. (3 blks E. of Van Dyke) Utica, Friday 2-8pm. Funeral service Saturday 11am at the funeral home. Interment Clinton Grove Cemetery. Family request donations to Van Elslander Cancer Center, C/O St. John Hospital Medical Center, 19229 Mack Ave., Detroit, MI 48236 or Hospice of Michigan. Please share a memory at |
PRIEHS ESTHER |
94, March 28, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Anson Priehs. Predeceased by her dear aunt, Neva Travis, and loving parents, Carl and Clara Frey. Survived by cousins in Montana. Beloved friend of Terri Bunge and Jessamine Jackman. Former Deacon at Kirk in the Hills Presbyterian Church. Burial at First United Methodist Church of Plymouth. |
Pauline Prokopenko 1912-2009 Pauline Prokopenko, 96, Unionville, passed away Monday, March 23, 2009. Pauline Kitcho was born in Russia on July 27, 1912 and came to America at the age of 16. She married George Prokopenko on November 1, 1933 in Saginaw. He preceded her in death on November 12, 1987. Pauline was a member of Wisner United Methodist Church. She wad a home maker and loving mother, grandma and great-grandma. She is survived by three sons, James, Akron, Victor (Karen), Essexville and Ronald (Nancy), Bay City; eight grandchildren, JoAnn (Dean) Rasmussen, Alan (Sally) Prokopenko, Mark (Debbie) Prokopenko, Vickie (Chris) Zook, Jill (Michael) DeAngelo, Michelle (Jeff) Graham and Lori and Kristin Prokopenko; 15 great-grandchildren, Jordyn, Shane and Taylor Rasmussen, Kayla Prokopenko, Alec, Easton and Owen Prokopenko, Kenna and Ella Zook, Jack, Madeline and Mike DeAngelo Jr., Alexis and Amanda Graham and Siena Prokopenko; sisters and brothers-in-law, Helen Kotenko, Ann and Keith White and Lena and Joe Godoshien; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Peter Kitcho. Pauline's family would like to thank the staff of Bay Medical Care Facility 1-West and the staff of Bay Regional Medical Center for their compassion and loving care of Pauline and her family. Funeral services were held on Thursday, March 26, 2009 at Wisner United Methodist Church, Unionville. Rev. Fredrick Neumann officiated, with burial taking place in the Wisner Township Cemetery. The family has suggested memorials to Bay Medical Care Facility or to the Wisner United Methodist Church. Arrangements were handled by the Unionville Funeral Chapel, Unionville. |
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ROLLINS LUCILLE |
Friday 3-9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In state 10 a.m. Saturday until Mass of the Resurrection 10:30 a.m. at St. Fabian Catholic Church, 32200 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Memorial contributions can be made according to the wishes of the family. |
Reuben Arntz 1928-2009 Reuben Arntz, 80, Harbor Beach, passed away at his home with his family by his side while under hospice care. He was born in Harbor Beach on November 21, 1928 the son of the late Reuben and Lena (Curtindale) Arntz, Sr. He married Elfriede Patajetzek on August 25, 1955 in Germany. She preceded him in death on September 20, 1965. On January 27, 1968 Rueben and Rita Maschmann were united in marriage in Bad Axe. Reuben served in the Korean War in the U.S. Army and was a life member of the VFW Post in Harbor Beach. He was a retired employee of Michigan Peat Co., working for over 26 years and was a former commercial fisherman in Harbor Beach. In his leisure, he enjoyed fishing, being with his grandchildren and was an avid Detroit Tiger fan. He is survived by his wife, Rita Arntz, Harbor Beach; children, Glinda Gilger, Columbus, Ohio, Gerhard (Ruth) Liebeskind, Harbor Beach, Waltrand (Ronald) Slusher, North Branch, Gloria (Nicho) Villa, Lapeer, Jim (Peggy) Arntz, Harbor Beach, Monica Hurd, Prairie Du Chein, Wis., Jamie Arntz, Harbor Beach, Leanne Arntz, Elkton, David Arntz, Elkton and Christie (Joseph) Karl, Pigeon; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Ruth Schlieffer, Harbor Beach, Betty Bouchard, Harbor Beach, Eileen Mattice, Bad Axe, Shirley Arntz, Harbor Beach, Katie (Cliff) Crummy, Fla. and Jeanette Ransom, Ala.; brothers, Terry (Sandra) Arntz, Texas, William Arntz, Bad Axe and Robert Arntz, Augusta, Ga. She was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Weston. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at 1 p.m. in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach with High Priest William Wells of the Community of Christ Church officiating. Burial with military honors will be in the Rock Falls Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from noon until the time of services at the funeral home. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Robert M. Shagena, 82, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2009. |
CULVER, RUTH M.- 102, of Hudson, died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, March 31, 2009. She was born in Jackson, Michigan on October 10, 1906, the daughter of Roy and Ella Chivers. After graduating from Jackson High School, she matriculated at Hillsdale College where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. In 1927 Ruth graduated with a bachelor's degree in English Literature and began a teaching career in The Hudson Public Schools. In August of 1929 Ruth and Fred Culver were married and established a family home in Hudson. Fred died in 1973 and Ruth lived at the family home for the remainder of her life. Ruth had an eclectic interest in a broad range of activities. She was an avid reader, gardener, cook and had a life long interest in current events. She was a member of the Hudson Woman's Club where she served a term as president. She had a fondness for convertible autos and antiques, and took great joy and comforts in the companionship of her many pets. Her sense of humor spiced the good times and softened the difficult ones. Of her many interests, none compared with her love for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Fred; her parents, Roy and Ella Chivers; and her sister, Esther Davey and many friends. She is survived by her sons, Chandler Culver of Hudson and Fred Culver and his wife, Betty of Muskegon; grandchildren, Cassie Johnson and her husband, Ken of Muskegon and Carter Culver and his wife, Donna of River Forest, IL; great-grandchildren, Matthew Lily and Sophie Culver of River Forest, IL and Carrie, Katy and Kyle Johnson of Muskegon; nephew, Robert Davey and his wife, Cynthia of Jackson. Ruth's final years were beset with the illness and debilities of aging but she remained cheerful, interested, uncomplaining and engaged to the end. She will be greatly missed by family, friends and Maggie. Funeral Services for Ruth will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with Reverend Dr. Samuel E. Wickard officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the Hudson Public Library. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. www.MLive.com/obits |
SALDEN FRITZ |
passed away on Tuesday morning, March 31, 2009 after a lengthy illness. He was 74. Born in Koln, Germany in 1934, Fritz emigrated to the United States in 1957. He founded A-OK Machine & Tool Company with the late Selim Rahme. He remained an avid outdoor enthusiast on land, sea and in the air to the very end. He is survived by his wife Nancy (Guenther) and daughters Molly (Doug) Radtke and Karin (Bernd) Sieber. Memorial celebration will be held this Saturday, April 4th from 12-4 p.m. at Bayview Yacht Club, 100 Clairpointe Avenue, Detroit, MI. Donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity. |
SAMUEL C. BAKER LEXINGTON On Saturday, March 28, 2009, quietly and privately, as he lived his life, Samuel C. Baker, departed from his earthly home to join other family members and loved ones. He was predeceased by his wife Ruth, his sister Christine, five brothers, two nephews Charles Richard and Roblee. During his last hours, the tears flowed freely from those who loved him best and while there will be emptiness in their lives, the memories will remain strong, as was the man himself. His story-telling tales were entertaining, his laughter infectious, his appreciation of good food and especially chocolate pie well-known, and his interest in hunting and dogs more than a hobby. He was many things to many people. To his hunting friends, he will be remembered as "The Coon Man", to family members Uncle Charles, to neighbors simple "Sam". He served his country as a Staff Sgt. in the Army during WWII receiving many commendations and awards. He was loved by many, and is survived byone sister; Minnie (Bill) Trombley and his very special friends, Linda & Buck Lashbrook and Trudy, and two stepdaughters. His nieces and nephews were his family and to those who loved him the best, he will always be missed but when remembered it will be with a smile. Per his request there will be no visitation or service. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington. |
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Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 2-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of E. J. Mandziuk and Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd., (at NW corner of Ryan). In state Saturday 10 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 37635 Dequindre (between Big Beaver and Wattles) Troy, for funeral services at 11 a.m. Interment White Chapel Memorial Cemetery. Proud WWII Army Veteran. Retired from U.S. Postal Service. Memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church or Transverse Myelitis Association. |
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SOLINSKI ROBERT W |
Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Funeral Saturday in state 10:30 a.m. at St. Hubert Catholic Church, 38775 Prentiss (between Crocker and Jefferson) until time of Mass 11 a.m. Memorial contributions for future Masses in Bob's honor would be appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com., 1 guest book message |
SWANSON LESTER P |
April 2, 2009 Age 87. Beloved husband of the late Angeline. Dear father of Daniel (Leslie), Karen Swanson (Ralph Pearlman) and Patricia Bender (Craig). Grandfather of Marc, Heather, Ben and Kevin. Uncle of Maryann Rhodes (Charles). Funeral service Saturday 10a.m. at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (btwn 13-14 Mile). Family will receive friends Friday 4-8p.m. Interment at Roseland Park Cemetery. Memorial tributes to Alzheimer's Association, 20300 Civic Center Dr., Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076. View obituary and share memories at |
Sally D. Clute, 67, of Boyne City, passed away April 1, 2009, surrounded by her family in Boyne City. |
Sanak, Stanley Pinconning, Michigan Mr. Sanak, age 84, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at his home with his family surrounding him. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 11 a.m. from St. Michael's Church. Friends may call at the Lee-Ramsay Funeral home on Friday from 1 to 8 p.m. A Vigil Service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday. A complete Obituary will appear in Friday's edition. |
THELMA E. MOLL SANDUSKY Thelma E. Moll, age 91, of Sandusky, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility in Sandusky. Thelma has lived in Sandusky since 2005 and was previously from the Lewiston area. She was born December 18, 1917 in DeGraff, Ohio daughter to the late Orla and Ethel (Eisaman) Garling. She graduated from the Lutheran Institute High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1937. She married Pastor Paul M. Moll on May 27, 1944 in St. Louis, Missouri. He preceded her in death February 11, 1990. Thelma was a long time member of the St. John Lutheran Church in Port Sanilac, where she belonged to the Church Ladies Aid and also sang in the choir. She worked seven years for the Harvestore Company, typing and telegraphing in Fort Wayne, Indiana and also six years at Aunt Janes Foods in Croswell as a typist. She enjoyed being a devoted mom who loved to give and was active in whatever she could do to help. In her younger years she enjoyed her sharp shooting hobby. She also loved entertaining and serving wonderful meals. She is survived by three sons; Paul (Shelly) Moll of Belleville, David Moll of Benzonia and Phillip (Linda) Moll of Barrington, Illinois, three daughters; Judy (Pam) Moll of Wisconsin, Susan (David) Salowitz of Carsonville and Cathy (Mark) Bokach of Linwood, sixteen grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and son, Theodore. Funeral services were held at St. John Lutheran Church in Port Sanilac with Pastor Leo Thoms officiating. Cremation followed the service at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City with burial of cremains at the St. John Cemetery in Port Sanilac. Memorials may be given to the donation of your choice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Sandusky, Michigan. (810)-648-2244 www.marshfuneral.com |
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THELMA I. HAZEN MARLETTE Thelma (Heussner) Hazen, age 82, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2009. She was born November 13, 1926 in Snover, Michigan to the late Norman and Mattie Heussner. Thelma attended Marlette Community Schools. She married Don Hazen on February 2, 1944. They lived and raised their five children in the Marlette area. Thelma and Don enjoyed many years of square dancing and bowling. She was a wonderful gardener, seamstress, cook and loved to paint. She worked as a bookkeeper, clerk and was co-owner with daughter, Linda of The Country Crate for several years. She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church and served in many ways. Thelma had a great love of family and will be sadly missed by all. She is survived by her husband; Don of 65 years, four daughters; Lois (Ron) Harneck, Linda (Roger) Wilson, Brenda (Roger) Redmond and Kris (Bob) Diegel, eleven grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, son, James Donald Hazen and brother, Leonard Heussner. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette with Pastor Bart Mueller officiating. Burial was in the Christian Memorial Cultural Center in Peck, Michigan. Memorials may be donated to Hope Lutheran Church, United Hospice Service or the donation of your choice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel - Marlette, Michigan, (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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THOMAS E. WOODS, JR. LANSING Thomas E. Woods, Jr., age 97, Lansing, died March 23, 2009 after a short illness. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Woods, Sr., long time residents of Port Huron and the Thumb District. Thomas was one of nine children born to their marriage. His father was a native of Ogdensburg, New York and his mother was Anne C. Kipper, daughter of a pioneer farm family in Minden City. Except for four years in Harbor Beach and frequent layovers in railroading, they were after their marriage, lifelong residents of Port Huron. Thomas taught in rural schools, Verona, Maurer, Kelly and Argyle of Sanilac, Huron and Leelanau counties, before employment for 33 years with the Railway Postal Service in the Thumb area, Detroit, Port Huron and Saginaw. Surviving Thomas E. Woods, Jr. are his widow; Lucretia (McIntosh) Woods, whom he married in 1941, four sons, a daughter-in-law and grandson; Thomas E. III, Lansing attorney, Col. Joseph C., M.D., retired pathologistfrom Tripler Medical Center in Honolulu, James P. co-owner and general manager of Universal Cleaning and Electrical Services, Inc., Lansing and Robert J., Executive Director of United Way of York County, PA, Judith L., Penn State York, one grandson; Matthew, son of Robert and Judith Woods, one sister-in-law; Mrs. Robert J. (Barbara) Woods, Paia, Hawaii, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his four sisters; Mary P. Woods, Mrs. Frances (Donovan) Twiss, Mrs. Josephine (Kingsley) Calkins, Mrs. Alice (Donald) Grossmeyer and four brothers; James R., George E., Charles P. and Robert J. He was a board member and first chairman of the St. Clair-Sanilac Child Guidance Clinic; president of the Michigan Association of Child Guidance Clinic Boards and board member of Mercy Hospital and Catholic Social Services in Port Huron. He was employed in the United Way movement nearly 40 years, serving as consultant in Sebewaing and in Sanilac and Van Buren counties, as executive director of United Community Chest and Council in St. Clair County and as planning director and assistant campaign director of the United Fund of Saginaw County. In Port Huron, Thomas served on the City Commission 14 years, including four as mayor; for several years, chairman of the City Recreation Board, and as a member of the City Plan Commission and St. Clair County Board of Supervisors. He was on the board of the Citizens League of Port Huron, forerunner of the Citizens Lobby, both committed to citizen involvement in government. He was the Lobbys project chairman and in that position promoted a six-year campaign for a tourist development at the Peerless site. Thomas was inducted into the Port Huron Sports Hall of Fame in recognition of his services to community recreation and sports activity. In Saginaw, he was employed as executive director of the Area Health Education Center, an agency funded by the Veterans Administration to plan and conduct continuing education programs for health practitioners in 14 east central Michigan counties. He served on the board of Saginaw Health, Inc., and the Greater Saginaw Area Health Facilities Planning Council, and as a member of the county's Drug Abuse Council, East Central Michigan Comprehensive Health Planning Council and a committee on serving the aged. Thomas also served as supervisor of Saginaw Township, as consultant for the Opportunities Industrialization Center, an agency providing training and employment for the areas poverty population; on the board of the Office of Economic Opportunity and Saginaw County Volunteer Bureau, fund-raising consultant for Valley Lutheran High School in the Saginaw area, on the Community Action Committee, Model Cities Committee, as chairman of the Inter-Agency Committee on Mental Retardation and of the Intermediate School Districts Millage Committee, organized to promote a comprehensive center for the county's special education population. He was a member of the board of education of the Catholic Diocese of Saginaw, of its Human Services Commission and the project committee of its Campaign for Human Development. Thomas was a graduate of St. Stephens High School, Port Huron, received an Associates degree from Port Huron Junior College, a Bachelors degree in journalism from Northwestern University, and a Masters degree in journalism from Gonzaga University. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Lansing, with Rev. Fr. John Byers as Celebrant. Interment will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Port Huron, MI. A burial service was at Mt. Hope Cemetery. For those wishing, memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Lansing, or to the charity of choice in Tom's name. Friends may sign the online guest book at www.palmerbush.com |
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MYRA L. SUNDBECK, 90, of Manistee, died Dec. 14, 2008.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 6, with visitation from 12:30 p.m. until service time at Manistee United Methodist Church.Arrangements are being made by Johnson Funeral Home, Manistee. |
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Monday 10:00 a.m. until Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Mt. Clemens, 168 Cass Ave. in Mt. Clemens. Memorial contributions to Hospices of Henry Ford. Share your thoughts and memories at |
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at church begins at 10:30 a.m. Memorial tributes to Beaumont Hospice. Sign guestbook and share memories at www.desmondfuneralhome.com |
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AIKMAN, Virginia Marie - Age 85, of Swartz Creek, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at Genesys Hospice Care Center, Goodrich. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek, with Rev. John Gray officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Friday from 1-4 and 6-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Virginia Aikman Memorial Fund. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
On Wednesday morning, April 1, 2009, Wilbert Fred Nibbelink of Harbor Springs, passed away at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey at the age of 91. |
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Saturday and Sunday 2-9 p.m. at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, 29440 Ryan Rd. (one block N. of 12 Mile) Warren. In state Monday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Athanasius Catholic Church. |
William Lawrence Longstreth, 71, of Brandon, Florida passed away Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2008. |
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in the Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main, Mt. Clemens, Friday 2-8 p.m., Scripture Services at 7 p.m. Contributions to Gilda's Club of Metro Detroit. Share memories with the family at www.vickfuneralhome.com |
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Warren H. Stultz, age 87, of Adrian passed away Thursday, April 2, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Warren is survived by his daughter, Shirley Maurer of Adrian; a brother, Charles (Virginia) Stultz of Avondale, Ariz.; a sister, Bernice Parker of Phoenix, Ariz.; two grandchildren, Byron (Kristie) Taulton II of San Diego and Tamaris Henagan of Columbus, Ohio; seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.  At Warren’s request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 13, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home. Friends may visit the family on Monday from 10 a.m. until the service. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Warren may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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Mary Cetola, 96, died peacefully April 1, 2009, in her apartment at Grand Court. She was born Mary Tihonchik in Bridgeport, Conn. In 1939 she married Henry A. Cetola who preceded her in death in 1995. She is survived by her son, Hank, and daughter-in-law, Kathie Duckworth; three grandchildren, Joe (Tricia) Waeschle of Livonia, Mich., Jenny (Keith) Kindred of Ann Arbor, Mich., and Katie Waeschle of Bluffton, S.C.; two great-grandchildren, Emily and Rachel Kindred; a sister, Olga Dumas, and a sister-in-law, Ida Cetola, both of Bridgeport, Conn. As per her request, cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Wagley Funeral Home with a memorial planned for the future.  She will be dearly missed by her family and many friends at Grand Court. Those wishing to may make a memorial donation to the Adrian Community Preschool, P.O. Box 64, Adrian, MI 49221 or  Hospice of Lenawee, 415 Mill Road, Adrian, MI 49221, or by picking up an envelope at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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Sister Mary Arlene Scott died on April 2, 2009, at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Mich. She was 55 years of age and in the 17th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Mary Arlene was born in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., to Robert and Mary Luisa (Smith) Scott. Sister graduated from Cardinal Gibbons High School in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and received a Bachelor of Education Degree in Early Childhood Development from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Fla., a Master of Religious Education Degree and a Master of Pastoral Studies Degree, both from Loyola University in Chicago, Ill. Sister spent 18 years ministering in education in Adrian, Mich., Chicago and Maywood, Ill., St. Petersburg and Miami Shores, Fla. Sister was Director of Mission and Ministry for two years and Assistant Vice President of Mission and Ministry for eight years at Barry University in Miami Shores, Fla. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in January of 2009. Sister Mary Arlene is survived by her parents, Robert and Mary Scott of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla; two brothers, Gregory Scott of Tampa, Fla., and Patrick Scott of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla,, and a sister, Julianne Cleary of Oakland Park, Fla. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 5, 2009, in the Rose Room at the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 6, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221. |
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Ruth M. Culver, 102, of Hudson died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, March 31, 2009. She was born in Jackson, Mich., on Oct. 10, 1906, the daughter of Roy and Ella Chivers. After graduating from Jackson High School, she matriculated at Hillsdale College where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. In 1927 Ruth graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and began a teaching career in The Hudson Public Schools. In August of 1929 Ruth and Fred Culver were married and established a family home in Hudson.  Fred died in 1973 and Ruth lived at the family home for the remainder of her life. Ruth had an eclectic interest in a broad range of activities. She was an avid reader, gardener, cook and had a life-long interest in current events. She was a member of the Hudson Woman’s Club where she served a term as president. She had a fondness for convertible autos and antiques, and took great joy and comforts in the companionship of her many pets. Her sense of humor spiced the good times and softened the difficult ones. Of her many interests, none compared with her love for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Fred, her parents, Roy and Ella Chivers, her sister, Esther Davey, and many friends. She is survived by her sons, Chandler Culver of Hudson and Fred Culver and his wife, Betty, of Muskegon; grandchildren, Cassie Johnson and her husband, Ken, of Muskegon and Carter Culver and his wife, Donna, of River Forest, Ill.; great-grandchildren, Matthew Lily and Sophie Culver of River Forest, Ill., and Carrie, Katy and Kyle Johnson of Muskegon; nephew, Robert Davey and his wife, Cynthia, of Jackson. Ruth’s final years were beset with the illness and debilities of aging but she remained cheerful, interested, uncomplaining and engaged to the end. She will be greatly missed by family, friends and Maggie. Funeral Services for Ruth will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Dr. Samuel E. Wickard officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the Hudson Public Library. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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Todd G. Cutler, age 44, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at his home. He was born May 18, 1964, in Adrian, to Alva Valentine and Shirley (Yount) Cutler. Todd loved to drive truck and was a driver with National Freight. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and socializing with friends. In addition to his mother, he is survived by one brother, Scott Cutler of Adrian; his girlfriend, Kelli Powell of Adrian; a daughter, Kim Dorda, and a granddaughter, Arper, both of Clay City, Ind. He was preceded in death by his father, Alva, on Feb. 8, 1996. Private Funeral services for Todd will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2009, with the Rev. Terry Redlin officiating. Burial will be in Raisin Valley Cemetery.  You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Todd Cutler. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Rev. Kurt Michael Peterson, age 58, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, from pancreatic cancer.  He was born May 25, 1950, in Lansing, Mich. Pastor Peterson was ordained a pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America on June 11, 1989. During his pastorate he served churches in Alpena, Midland, Trufant, Bridgewater Township, Monroe and Blissfield, the latter three churches as their interim pastor. Pastor Peterson was preceded in death by his parents, Ellsworth and Ruth Peterson. A memorial gathering will be held from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, April 5, 2009, at the Nie Family Funeral Home, Liberty Road Chapel, 3767 W. Liberty Road, Ann Arbor. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 6, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1920 Lewis St., Ida. Those wishing to send memorials are invited to send them to ELCA World Hunger Appeal, P.O. Box 71764, Chicago, IL 60694-1764.  Please visit Pastor Peterson’s Web page at www.niefuneralhomes.com to sign his guest book or leave a memory. |
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Jack M. Hartung, 80, of Clinton, Mich., and North Port, Fla., died March 30, 2009, in Florida.  Jack is survived by his wife of 55 years, Wanda; five children and eight grandchildren, Catherine Hartung, Kimberlee (Hartung) Claus and husband, Tom, children Eric, Dan and Becki; Carolyn (Hartung) Pearson and husband, Bruce, children Bryan Snyder and Emily (Snyder) LaFollette; Keith Hartung and wife, Lise, and children Sarah and Nicholas; and Jack Hartung and daughter, Nikole. Jack is also survived by brother, Doug Hartung, and a sister, Janet Rodgers; preceded in death by parents, Richard and Marion; brother, Ron Hartung, and sisters, Betty Meyers and Marcia Vovrick. Jack was a decorated veteran and served as a medical technician in the Korean War, for the United States Army. He was an avid horseman; in recent years, training and racing Standardbred Harness Horses in Michigan, Kentucky, Florida and Windsor, Canada.  He was also an accomplished entrepreneur and businessman, owning several businesses, with his wife, in the Clinton, Mich., area. Jack loved life, his family and friends. He will be greatly missed and remembered by all who knew him. Memorials will be held in North Port, Fla., and in Michigan (date pending). His family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to TideWell Hospice and Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238 or online: www.tidewell.org; the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice.   |
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Cheryle L. Votaw, 58, of Pioneer, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at University of Toledo Medical Center. She was born Feb. 12, 1951, in Morenci. Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Lake View United Brethren in Christ Church, Merry Lake, with Pastors Stephen E. Smith and Travis Ambrose officiating. Burial will be in Floral Grove Cemetery, Pioneer. Visitation will be noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at Thompson Funeral Home, Pioneer. |
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G. Pauline Gocke, 89, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She was born Feb. 1, 1920 in McComb, Ohio to Howard and Marie (Lanning) Clevenger. She was married to Louis Gocke and he preceded her in death in 1985. Pauline resided in Jonesville the majority of her life and was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Hillsdale. Surviving are two daughters, Matilda (William) Riggs of Mount Pleasant and Saundra (Daniel) Dull of Camden; two sons, Louis (Yung Cha) Gocke of Houston, Texas and Howard (Elizabeth) Gocke of Tacoma, Wash.; 12 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Jacqueline; a sister; and two brothers. Memorial services for Pauline Gocke will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Hillsdale with Brother Hayden Sutton officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Mosherville Cemetery. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Lyle F. Fitch, 84, of Hudson passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at his home. He was born April 14, 1924, in Hudson the son of John F. and Alta Marie (Flowers) Fitch. He married Vivian A. Wollett on April 30, 1949, in Hillsdale and she preceded him in death on Jan. 3, 1982. Lyle retired from Bohn Aluminum in Adrian in 1974, after 24 years of service. He was a U.S. Army World War II veteran, avid hunter and dearly loved his New York Yankees baseball team. Surviving Lyle are three daughters, Evelyn Harris of El Centro, Calif., Joyce (Pete) Rebisz of Chula Vista, Calif. and his caregiver for the past 27 years, Tammy (Tim) Jewell of Hudson; two sons, Robert (Ellen) Fitch of Cement City and Don (Tamara) Fitch of Hudson; four grandchildren, Gregory, Renee, Brandy and Johnathan; five great-grandchildren, Alexis, Kelsey, Emerson, Alexander and Kendall; and one sister, Pauline Betzer of Osseo. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two sisters, Josephine Ford and Ida Borton; and two brothers, Charles and Paul Fitch. Funeral services for Lyle will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Military interment by the Hudson American Legion Hannan Colvin Post #180 will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be from 2-4  and 6-8 p.m. Friday. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association or the charity of donor's choice. |
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Keith LaMarre Brown, 76, passed on peacefully in his home on April 1, 2009. Keith was born Aug. 28, 1932, in Hillsdale to Albert N. and Marion DeGraff Brown. His wife of 54 years, Christine Crotty Brown, and his children Vern, Elizabeth, and Dwight survive him. He was a member of the Christian Science Church and served in many capacities including Second Reader. A lifelong farmer, Keith grew up as the fifth generation on his family farm on Brown Road in Moscow Township. He attended Jonesville Schools, and graduated from Michigan State College in 1954 with a Bachelor of Science in animal science and a master’s degree in animal nutrition. In 1953 he traveled to Nigeria with International Farm Youth Exchange, IFYE, as a 4-H ambassador. He served on the first Kellogg Farmer Study Group. In 1954 he married his high school sweetheart, Christine Crotty, and they moved to Virginia where Keith served as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He raised registered Holsteins, Percheron draft horses, Shetland sheep and Duroc hogs for seven decades on Brownson Farms. In 1985 the family farm was designated a sesquicentennial farm – 150 years old. He and Christine operated Horse and Carriage Bed and Breakfast out of their home. He worked for congressmen Nick Smith and Tim Walberg. He served his community on the school board, township board, Lions Club and as President of Hillsdale County Fair Board. He served the state in his work with Michigan Holstein Association, Michigan Animal Breeders Cooperative and Michigan Centennial Farm Association. He made friends wherever he went, and cherished his family, friends, and animals. He loved to read, travel, and take RV trips to visit his grandchildren. He is survived by his son Vern (Valeria) of Jonesville; daughter, Elizabeth (Greg Britz) of Chapel Hill, N.C.; son Dwight (Kathy) of Berne, N.Y.; sister Mary Lou (John) Tanton of Petoskey; and 12 grandchildren. Funeral services for Keith L. Brown will be 4 p.m. Saturday at the Jonesville United Methodist Church with Pastor Craig Pahl and Mrs. Patricia Meyer officiating. Private family interment will take place at Moscow Plains Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-4 and 6-8  p.m. Friday at the Jonesville United Methodist Church. Arrangements entrusted to Eagle Funeral Home, Jonesville The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Hillsdale County Fair. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Ellen Esther Simerman, 75, of Camden Township, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at home. Born Nov. 10, 1933, in Myerstown, Pa., she was the daughter of Ralph and Esther (Eisenhower) Kline. Ellen belonged to the Camden Missionary Church and enjoyed the task of sending greeting cards to parishioners from the church. Survivors include two sons, Daniel (Hope) Gaskin, Quincy, Frank Shuster; one sister, Irene (Carl) Katzaman, Wichita Falls, Texas; two brothers, John H. (Erma) Kline and Harold Eisenhower both of Pennsylvania; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, five husbands (Charles Gaskin Jr., Frank Shuster, Dee Hughes, Don Rupp, and Clyde Simerman) and four sons (Charles Gaskin III, Ralph, Jon and Roy Shuster). Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the Camden Missionary Church with Pastor Brian Colby officiating. Visitation is scheduled Monday at the church from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Camden Cemetery will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Ellen’s family, c/o George White Funeral Home, Reading. |
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Catherine L. Potter, 79, of Jonesville, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2009,  at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility in Hillsdale. Born Nov. 4, 1929 in Pierceton, Ind., she was the daughter of Moody and Lillian (Bowen) Sleighter. Catherine graduated from Pierceton High School in 1947 and had worked as a bookkeeper for Allied Products Plant #4. She retired from Boler Industries. She was a life member of the Reading American Legion Auxiliary Post #360 and also belonged to the Hillsdale Moose Lodge, Chapter #564. Survivors include her husband, Earl Potter, whom she married April 14, 1990; one daughter, Cheryl Towers of Jonesville; two step-sons Michael Potter of Hillsdale, Randy (Arlene) Potter of Frontier; one brother, Scott Sleighter of Pierceton, Ind.; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; numerous step-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild. Her parents, one son (Steve), two sisters and five brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Don Harkey officiating. Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday. Interment in Maplewood Cemetery will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Reading Emergency Unit. |
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Shirley “Ann” Boyd, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born April 25, 1939, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the daughter of James and Augustine Hembree. She is survived by three children, Tom Brown, Ted (Tuesday) Brown and Susan Boyd; six grandchildren, Landry, Jessica, TJ, Norman, Courtnie and HB; one step grandchild, Michael and a very close friend, Marti Rice. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, Roscoe Brown and Harold Boyd and one grandchild, Justin. Mrs. Boyd worked as a nurse’s aide for many years at three different locations, the Maple Lawn Facility, the Litchfield Nursing Center and the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She and her husband, Harold owned and operated Cambria Hardware until Harold’s death. She was a member of Hillsdale Assembly of God, the D.A.V. and she was a past member of the Salvation Army where she will be missed ringing bells at Christmas time. She was also involved in the Girl Scouts for many years. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Shirley Ann Boyd will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 11 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Dennis Haarer officiating. Interment will take place in the Cambria II Cemetery in Cambria Township. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family; envelopes will be available at the funeral home.   |
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LANSING, Mich. -- Alice (Erm) Dembowski, daughter of Frank and Pauline (Babcanik) Erm, died March 18, 2009, in Lansing. |
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GILE, Wis. -- Elizabeth M. "Betty" Morgando, 87, of 13 Park St., Gile, died Sunday morning, March 29, 2009, in Hurley. |
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MERCER, Wis. -- John Pierpont Sr., 94, of Mercer, has departed earth and set sail for the firmament. |
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Debrah K. Champion, age 48, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born Aug. 19, 1960, in Coldwater, and had resided in Sturgis most of life. She enjoyed being outdoors and being cold. Surviving are her mother, Joyce Ryan of Burr Oak; father, Larry Champion of Coldwater; three sisters, Kim (Charlie) Guire of Burr Oak, Lisa (Randy) Haney of Burr Oak, and Dawn (David) Daniels of Hastings; two stepsisters, Lisa and Amy Coburn; one stepbrother, Jeff Coburn; and many of her extended family and friends at the Gemini House in Sturgis.. Visitation will be held 1-2 p.m. Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road in Sturgis.  Funeral services celebrating her life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Doug Carr of Gateway River of Life Church officiating. Interment will follow in Burr Oak Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be directed to the Gemini House, 1418 Rolling Ridge Lane, Sturgis, MI 49091.    |
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Michael C. Wilder, age 54, of Three Rivers, Mich., went home Thursday, April 2, 2009, following a seven year battle with cancer.  He was born in Saint Thomas, Ontario, Canada, on Aug. 24, 1954, a son of Donald Percey and Sheilah (Ryder) Wilder.  Michael graduated from Glen Oaks Community College and was a journeyman electrician. He had been employed at Dayco in Three Rivers, Lear Plastics in Mendon, and most recently at Eaton Manufacturing in Three Rivers.  He was married to Sherri Kurzawski in Sturgis in 1982; they were divorced in 1998. Michael was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Goshen. He enjoyed restoring old cars, sailing, hunting, fishing, and golf.  He had a special love of music and played several instruments. Michael is survived by three children, Jeffery Wilder and Jessica Wilder both of Colon, and John Wilder (Ann) of Saint Thomas, Ontario;  his mother, Sheilah Sears of Three Rivers; a sister, Dyana Higley (Dana) of Three Rivers; his fiancee, Jane Hoover of Goshen, Ind.; and by extended family in England.  He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Wilder; two brothers, Hugh and David Wilder; his stepfather, Harry Sears; and a niece, Carrie Wilder. Cremation has been conducted.  A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. April 14 at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon, with the Rev. Father, Chris Smith, pastor of Saint John’s Catholic Church in Goshen, officiating.  Interment will be in South Park Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to Relay for Life.  Online register and condolences are at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
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Katherine Geiger, 94, of Quincy, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at Drew’s Place in Coldwater. She was born July 24, 1914 in Chicago, Ill., to William Geiger and Morstella Kotelman. For many years, Katherine was a volunteer at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She loved nature and enjoyed watching and feeding the birds as well as gardening and traveling. A former school teacher in Chicago, she will be remembered as a very caring educator who helped change the lives of many young students.  She will be sadly missed by her sister Ruth Weise of Chicago, Ill.; brother William (Marjorie) Geiger of Quincy; nieces Karen (Randy) King of Chicago, Ill., Sharon (Warren) Runyan of Reading and Judy Speer of Battle Creek; nephews Jim (Donna) Weise of Chicago, Ill. and Robert (Becky) Fenner of Brighton, Colo.; four great-nephews, two great-nieces and a very special friend, Joyce Gawne of Quincy. Funeral services will be held Monday, 11 a.m., at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with Pastor Don Lee officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy. Visitation is scheduled Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice. |
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Roy L. Filley, 90, of Coldwater died Tuesday, April 2, 2009 at the Laurels of Coldwater. The service will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor Frank Snyder from the Calvary Baptist Church in Quincy officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Military honors will be provided by the American Legion Post #52 Drill Team. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 3, 2009 from 2-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. Roy was born Nov. 1, 1918 in Coldwater to Don and Lolo (Morehouse) Filley. Roy married Helen Reynolds on Feb. 14, 1948 in Angola, Ind. Mr. Filley was a veteran of WWII serving five years with the US Army, Company A 126th Infantry Division, Michigan National Guard. He served with two of his brothers, whom were both killed on the front lines of fighting. Roy moved through all the islands of engagement before he was discharged in 1945. Mr. Filley has resided in Coldwater for 13 years, after 30 years in Dowagiac. He worked at Bendix in South Bend, Ind. for 30 years, retiring in 1981. Roy was a skilled woodworker who made birdhouses and a variety of things from wood and he enjoyed making models of and collecting old ships. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed yard work, gardening and fishing . He is survived by his wife Helen, his sons Don (Ann) Filley of Granger, Ind., Jon (Cindy) Filley of Lansing, Roy (Shonda) Filley of Benton Harbor and Steven (Jody) Filley of Dowagiac, his daughter Connie (Jack) DeLand of Adrian, his brother Keith Filley of Coldwater, his sisters Opal Bailey of Dowagiac and Pearl Kloath of Allegan, 14 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Roy was preceded in death by his parents and many brothers and sisters. Memorials may be directed to the American Legion Post #52. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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Harold D. Sosinski, age 91, of Bronson, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at the Sturgis Hospital. He had been in failing health. Harold was born Sept. 23, 1917 in Bronson, son of Stephen J. and Mary Magdalene (Herman) Sosinski and was a lifelong Bronson area resident. On Sept. 23, 1944, he married Anna Lemanski in St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson. For 30 years, Harold worked at the former L A Darling Company, then another 10 years at the former Bronson Plastics, retiring in 1982. After his retirement, he stayed busy for the next 25 years as a local electrician, plumber and welder. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Harold was a life long member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church, where he served as usher for 57 years. He was a life member of the Knights of Columbus in Bronson for 66 years and a member of the Sacred Heart Society. He enjoyed working in his garden, fishing and playing cards. Harold always shared the fruits of his garden labor with family, friends and neighbors. Surviving are Anna, his wife of 64 years; his daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Michael Heffernan of Simcoe, Ontario, Canada; his sons and daughters-in-law, Benedict and Lillian Sosinski of Jackson, James and Teresa Sosinski of Jackson, Alan and Carlene Sosinski of Bronson, and son Kenneth Sosinski of Madison, Wisc.; 20 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; his sister Ruth Buccellato of Allen Park; his brother Leonard (Marie) Sosinski of Woodstock, Ill.; his half-brother Francis Dietrich of Ossian, Ind. and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Florence O’Shea and Stella Condon, his two half-sisters Mary Ann Dietrich and Alphia Kilp and two brothers Marion Sosinski and Joseph Sosinski. The Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4, 2009 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 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Kolcz Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 3 – 8 p.m. Friday, where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday. Memorial donations are suggested to be used according to the wishes of the family. |
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Laura Agnes Greenich, 91, of Coldwater, died Tuesday March 31, 2008 at Drews Place of Coldwater. She was born Jan. 30, 1918 in Detroit to Ernest and Agnes Laura (Noblit) Shenefield. Laura married Robert G. Greenich in 1940 in Coldwater. He preceded her in death March 4, 1992. She was a member of the Coldwater United Methodist Church, and the Martha Circle TOPS. She graduated from Coldwater High School in 1935. She was a LPN and worked at the Community Health Center of Branch County. She is survived by children James Edward (Janice) Greenich of McDonough, Ga., Cheryll Ann Greenich of Coldwater, and Gerald G. (Deborah) Greenich of Broken Arrow, Okla., grandchildren Jeffrey E. (Debbie) Greenich, Jody (Jim) Ozaki, Jordan (Dana) Greenich, Tammy Pascarella, Pamela Campbell and Michael Harrell, 14 great grandchildren, brothers Yale Shenefield of Hanover and Vaud Shenefield of Northport, Fla., several nieces, nephews and cousins and special nephew Tom Shenefield of Coldwater. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, April 6, 2009 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, with Rev. Cindy Skutar officiating. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Coldwater. Visitation will be held Sunday April 5, 2009 from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial may be made to Coldwater United Methodist Church or Community Health Center of Branch County Home Health and Hospice. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. |
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Carl S. Hearrington, 84, of Grand Haven, died Thursday, April 2, 2009, in Riverside Nursing Home, Grand Haven. Arrangements will be announcedby the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. |
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Xieng Pongrhimkham, 91, of Holland died Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at his home.  A funeral service will be noon on Saturday, April 4, 2009, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. with cremation following at Rosedale Memorial Park and Crematory.  Visitation will be  6 to 8 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home. |
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Kathaleen E. Nelson , 92, of Zeeland, formerly of Saugatuck, died Tuesday March 31, 2009, in Providence Nursing Home, Zeeland. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. |
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Shirley Ada Moore, age 71, of Manitou Beach died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was born June 6, 1937, in Kendallville, Ind., to Orville and Ada Frey. On June 13, 1975, she married Harold Moore and he survives. Shirley was a member of the Hudson Senior Center. She enjoyed her computer, knitting and reading. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Harold, she is survived by two daughters, Denise (Garry) Brower of Fairfield, Conn., and Debra (Roger) Penner of Chapel Hill, Tenn.; two brothers, Bill Frey of Adrian and Ken (Fern) Frey of Kingsford, Mich.; three sisters, Esther Harp of Kendallville, Ind., Marie Hartman of Kendallville, Ind., and Jane Gunning of Paris, Ark.; seven grandchildren, Nicole and Jenna Brower and Zachary, Zayley, Zaonna, Zaden and Zalyssa Penner.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-mother, Beulah Frey; a stillborn son, Donald Onsted; four brothers, Richard, Harold, Orville, Jr., and Arden; and a sister, Betty. Funeral services for Shirley will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Robert Kurchkow officiating. Burial will take place in Green’s Lakeside Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Norma J. (Plochocki) Evsich, 84, of Bessemer, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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MARENISCO, Mich. -- Mary Bernice "Mae" Knaack, 90, a lifelong resident of Marenisco, passed away Monday evening, March 30, 2009, in Wakefield. |
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MERCER, Wis. -- Stanley Kochajkiewicz, 88, of Martha Lake Road, Mercer, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at home. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Helen Katherine Perotti, 84, of 103 W. Larch St., Ironwood, died peacefully Monday, March 30, 2009, at Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation and Living Community following a brief battle with cancer. |
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Lois Diehl of Chelsea, Mich.,  formerly of Flint, Mich., died March 31, 2009, at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. Memorial Services to be announced later by the Brown Funeral Home, 1480 E.. Hill Rd., Grand Blanc, Mich, (810) 606-1300.   |
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Robert DeRidder, 53, died Sunday, March 29, 2009, in Milwaukee. Services are Saturday, April 4 at the Lippert-Olson Funeral Home in Sheboygan, Wisc.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Steven Dannenberg, 52, of Edwardsburg, Mich., formerly of Holland, died March 31, 2009 in South Bend, Ind. Visitation is 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Edwardsburg Presbyterian Church, 68961 Lake St. Services are Saturday, April 4, 2009 at the church at 11 a.m. Arrangements by Paul E. Mayhew Funeral Home, Edwardsburg.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Roland Ellison, 45 of Grand Haven, died Friday, March 27, 2009. Memorial services are pending.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Elaine D. Tuttle, 52, of Holland, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at  Hospice House of Holland. Services will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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Ray Zeerip, 91 Ray Zeerip, age 91, of Drenthe, died Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Funeral and committal services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the Drenthe Christian Reformed Church with Rev. Ronald Meyer officiating. Burial will be in the West Drenthe Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Friday at the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Ruth A. Dornbush, 79, of Grand Rapids, died Saturday, March 28, 2009. Services were March 31 at LaGrave Ave. Christian Reformed Church - Battjes Chapel. Interment Grandville Cemetery. Arrangements were by the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, Grand Rapids. |
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Kimberlee Joy Trethewey, 46, of Allendale, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009. Services will be 11 a.m., Friday at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 6651 Scott St., Allendale.  Interment Allendale Township Cemetery. Visiting is 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday , at the funeral home. |
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George Edward Lambright, Sr., 69, of Hillsdale Township, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at the Community Hospital and Wellness Center in Bryan, Ohio. He was born Oct. 14, 1939 in Hillsdale to Clayton and Eliza (Bemis) Lambright. George graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1958 and worked at DCA in Hillsdale. His favorite hobbies were hunting, fishing, gardening, and waving at people at the corner of Bunn and Mechanic roads. Survivors include his wife, Pat (Bowers) Lambright, whom he married June 25, 1960; two daughters, Stephanie (Don) Hobbs of Camden and Linda Bryan of Hillsdale; one son, George (Connie) Lambright, Jr. of Howard City;  one sister, Virginia (Ed) Olyarnyk of Punta Gorda, Fla.; four brothers, Jerry (Sharon) Lambright of Hillsdale, Leonard (Nancy) Lambright of Hillsdale, Robert (Sandra) Lambright of Allen and Gary (Sandra) Lambright of Jonesville; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents; three brothers, Fred, Lawrence and Harold Lambright; and five sisters, Elizabeth Lambright, Edith Waldecker, Florence Russell, Lois Huff, and Ellen Ivenson. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Calvary Baptist Church at 192 Spring St. in Hillsdale, with Pastor Brian Nutter officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. Visitation is scheduled from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the George White Funeral Home in Reading. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association. |
Wednesday, April 1, 2009 2:50 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Helen E. Luoma, 78, of 755 Midway Ave., Ironwood, died Sunday, March 29, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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DANVILLE, Calif. -- Former Ironwood Township, Mich., resident Ervin Julius Romans II, 43, of Danville, and a sergeant in the Oakland Police Department, was killed in the line of duty on Saturday, March 21, 2009, in Oakland. |
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Harold D. Sosinski, age 91, of Bronson, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at the Sturgis Hospital. He had been in failing health. Harold was born Sept. 23, 1917, in Bronson, son of Stephen J. and Mary Magdalene (Herman) Sosinski and was a lifelong Bronson area resident. On Sept. 23, 1944, he married Anna Lemanski in St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson. For 30 years, Harold worked at the former L A Darling Company, then another 10 years at the former Bronson Plastics, retiring in 1982. After his retirement, he stayed busy for the next 25 years as a local electrician, plumber and welder. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Harold was a life long member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church where he served as usher for 57 years. He was a life member of the Knights of Columbus in Bronson for 66 years and a member of the Sacred Heart Society. He enjoyed working in his garden, fishing and playing cards. Harold always shared the fruits of his garden labor with family, friends and neighbors. Surviving are Anna, his wife of 64 years; his daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Michael Heffernan of Simcoe, Ontario, Canada; his sons and daughters-in-law, Benedict and Lillian Sosinski of Jackson, James and Teresa Sosinski of Jackson, Alan and Carlene Sosinski of Bronson, and son Kenneth Sosinski of Madison, Wis.; 20 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; his sister Ruth Buccellato of Allen Park; his brother Leonard (Marie) Sosinski of Woodstock, Ill.; his half-brother Francis Dietrich of Ossian, Ind. and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Florence O’Shea and Stella Condon; his two half-sisters, Mary Ann Dietrich and Alphia Kiet; and two brothers, Marion Sosinski and Joseph Sosinski. The Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday 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 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Kolcz Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 3-8 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday. Memorial Donations are suggested to be used according to the wishes of the family. |
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Peter W. Boehm, 65, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sunday, March 29, 2009, at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange, Ind. In 1972, he moved from Germany to the United States.  He was a mechanic at the Volkswagon dealership in Sturgis, Mich., and worked at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange driving the bus and in the maintenance department. Mr. Boehm was born on Aug. 16, 1943, in Oelsnitz, Germany to Martin and Elizabeth (Bauer) Boehm.  Surviving are his special friend, Ruth Wilson of LaGrange; his mother, Elizabeth Boehm of Hof, Germany; and two brothers, Bernd Boehm of Windischeschenbach, Germany and Joe Boehm of Munich, Germany. He was preceded in death by his father, Martin Boehm. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Miller’s Merry Manor with Joe Hughes officiating. Memorials may be made to LaGrange County Animal Shelter. Condolences may be left for the family at  www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com.   |
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Dorothy M. Wilson, age 98, of Sturgis, Mich., and winter resident of Venice, Fla., passed away on March 29, 2009.  She was born on Feb. 15, 1911, in Chicago.  Dorothy resided most of her life in Oak Park, Ill.  She was active in many organizations including Infant Welfare, Friends of American Writers, of which she served a term as president, and several book clubs and garden clubs.  Dorothy had a love of words and was very well read.  Dorothy moved to her beloved Klinger Lake, Mich., in 1980.  She was her happiest when she was with friends and family.  Dorothy was a wonderful cook and many people were invited to her table where interesting conversation and laughter reigned.  Dorothy was an avid bridge player and played in several groups including a duplicate bridge group.  Dorothy was a member of the St. Joseph Historical Association, the Sturgis Garden Club and St. John’s Episcopal Church.  Dorothy had a special interest in Lawrence University which she attended and the University of Illinois Medical School where Larry, her son, had been a professor.  Dorothy possessed a loving and wonderful passion for life.  Her family and many friends will miss her enthusiasm, wisdom and graciousness.  She is survived by her daughter, Bonnie Reed of Williamsport, Maryland; four grandchildren, Karl Wilson, Courtney Pena, Cheryl Landa, Kristin Sheffler and six great-grandchildren, Logan and Laira Wilson, Raquelle Landa and Andrew, Lauren and Elizabeth Sheffler.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Laird and her beloved son, Larry.  A service for the family was held privately in Venice and there will be a memorial service in Sturgis at a later date.  Memorial donations may be made to St. John’s Episcopal Church, 110 S. Clay Street, Sturgis, Michigan 49091.  Farley Funeral Home in Venice is handling the arrangements.   |
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Naomi R. Steffey, 98, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away early March 3, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Jan. 20, 1911, in Decatur, Ind., a daughter to the late Edward Edwin and Edith (Dean) Gilbert. Naomi had resided in Sturgis since 1951 coming from Bronson, Mich. She retired from the American Red Cross following many years of dedicated service and employment as office manager of the Sturgis and Centreville offices. Prior to joining the Red Cross she had been employed several years as a floor lady at M&R Laboratories in Sturgis. She was a member of the Sturgis Church of Christ and was a staunch Democrat. She is survived by one son, R. Dean Amos of East Windsor, Conn.; three grandchildren, Joel David Amos of San Diego, Calif., Lauri Jean Warble of St. Louis, Mo., and Lindy Arpante of Brooklyn, NY; two nephews, David Morse of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Dennis Morse of Jenison, Mich. Her parents; one brother; and one sister preceded her in death. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Naomi Steffey will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Sturgis Church of Christ, 900 N. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI. Pastor Dennis Wheeler will officiate. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis is entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Steffey’s memory consider the American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Richard E. Stemen, 76, of Moscow Township, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2009 at his home. He was born July 18, 1932 in Jackson to C.D. Sanders and Bertha Stemen. He was married July 30, 1958 to Carol Lou Sieple and she preceded him in death in 1981. Richard was a U.S. Navy veteran and was retired from Addison Products. He loved to fish, play the lottery and read. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Richard is survived by two sons, Greg (Sarah) Stemen and Eric (Terri) Stemen both of Moscow Township; two brothers, Lawrence (Karen) Sanders of Tampa, Fla., Lynn B. Sanders of Moscow Township; and eight grandchildren. Besides his wife Carol Lou, he was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Richard E. Stemen will be 2 p.m. Thursday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Sam Wickard officiating. Interment will follow in Northlawn Cemetery, North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to the Stemen family. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Gary Dean Hadley, 69, of northwest Ohio, died Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at the University of Toledo Medical Center. He was born April 12, 1939 in Hillsdale. Visitation will be from 10-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, at the Thompson Funeral Home in Montpelier, Ohio. Services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Floral Grove Cemetery with Pastor John H. Crilley officiating.   |
Tuesday, March 31, 2009 4:04 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Daniel Lee "Dan" Bull, 78, of 1314 N. Lowell St., Ironwood, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 26, 2009, at his winter residence in Harlingen, Texas. |
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Aura M. Galbraith, 94 of LaGrange, Ind., died Sunday, March 29, 2009, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 at Hebron Christian Fellowship, 0620 S 600 W, LaGrange. The funeral service will be 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 2, at Guenther Funeral Home, Olean, N.Y. with vitiation at 10 a.m. Arrangements were made by Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange.   |
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Services will be held Friday for Arthur Lee Clutter of Zephyrhills, Fla., formerly of White Pigeon, Mich., who died Jan. 22, 2009, in Florida. Memories and refreshments may be shared with the family at 6 p.m. Friday at Constantine United Methodist Church dining room. A memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. at the church. Arrangements are by the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. |
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James Robert McCarroll, age 56, of White Pigeon, Mich., died Sunday, March 29, 2009, at his home, following an extended illness. He had resided in White Pigeon for nine years, coming from Three Rivers. He was born July 13, 1952, in Detroit, a son of Louis Charles and Margarette Marie (Haskin) McCarroll. He married Carol Ann Schabes (Morgan) on June 19, 1999, in Three Rivers. He was a U.S. Army veteran, and served with the 101st Airborne “Screaming Eagles.” He had been employed in construction, most recently with Cargo King in White Pigeon. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with family and friends. Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Jessi McCarroll of East Lansing; two sons, Joseph (Stacy) McCarroll of Mason and Kaleb McCarroll of White Pigeon; three stepdaughters, Katherine (Dennis) Brueck of Mendon, Kimberly (Chris) Johnson of Grand Rapids, and Kerry Morgan of Three Rivers; two stepsons, Kevin (Melissa) Morgan of Goshen, Ind., and Keith (Barbara) Morgan of Cassopolis; 16 grandchildren; two sisters, Kitty (Wayne) Cole and Mary Montgomery, both of Ionia; his mother, Margarette Manley of Ionia; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his father; and a brother, Joseph McCarroll. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Riverside Cemetery in Three Rivers, with the Rev. Mark Vyverman, pastor of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Three Rivers officiating. Burial with full military rites will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice of Kalamazoo. Envelopes are available at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon.   |
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