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MERCER, Wis. -- John Pierpont Sr., 94, of Mercer, has departed earth and set sail for the firmament. |
ABRAHAM STELLA STAR |
at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Ave (3 blocks north of 10 Mile Rd.) Wednesday 2-9p.m. with 7p.m. Prayers. Funeral Thursday 10:30a.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. To share a memory, visit |
ARCHER DIANE P |
Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, 10915 Allen Rd. (corner of Goddard). Funeral service Thursday, in state 9 a.m. until service 11 a.m. at Trinity St. Mark's United Church of Christ, 9315 West Fort, Detroit. Instead of flowers, contributions may be given to Trinity St. Marks United Church of Christ. Visit on-line guestbook at |
AYYASH DARLENE A |
Tuesday 6-8 p.m. with a Trisogion at 8 p.m. at the Basilica of St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church, 18100 Merriman Rd., Livonia 48152. In state Wednesday 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. time of Service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the St. Mary's Building Fund. Please leave a message for the family at www.harryjwillfuneralhome.com. |
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LANSING, Mich. -- Alice (Erm) Dembowski, daughter of Frank and Pauline (Babcanik) Erm, died March 18, 2009, in Lansing. |
Angela M. Grippi Aug. 18, 1960-April 3, 2009 Saturday, April 4, 2009 2:05 AM |
Angela M. Grippi, age 48, of Monroe, MI passed away Friday, April 3, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI. Angela had been in poor health since November. |
Anthony J. Hoggard, 88, of Beaverton passed away to be with ever loving Savior Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the MidMichigan Medical Center. |
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Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
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at the S. K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8½ Mile Rd. Wednesday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 10 a.m. Interment Glen Eden Cemetery. Share your special thoughts and memories at |
BIANCHI THOMAS H |
and services were held privately. Memorial contributions to the American Heart Association. Online condolences at |
BOGOSIAN JOHN |
Age 83, of Algonac, MI. April 5, 2009. Dear husband of the late Joyce. Beloved father of Debi (Chuck) Ames, Donna (Dan) Prior, Jim (Judy), and the late Jon. Also survived by five grandchildren and one great grandson. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by the Gilbert Funeral Home. Algonac, MI. |
BYRD KAREN L |
at the Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke (S. of 11 Mile Rd. or the 696 Expressway) Center Line, Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. Funeral Services Thursday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. |
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Bertha Marie Nietert, age 94, of Colon, Mich., passed away Saturday, April 4, 2009, at the Birch Adult Foster Care Home in Leonidas. Bertha was born March 23, 1915, in Fort Wayne, Ind., a daughter of the late Edward and Minnie (Yake) Hessert. Early in life, Bertha lived in the Fort Wayne area, graduating in 1933 from North Side High School in Fort Wayne. On Feb. 20, 1943, she married Edwin John Nietert in Fort Wayne. He preceded her in death on Aug. 2, 2000. She had made her home in Colon since 1995, coming from rural Sherwood. Bertha was a homemaker and also had worked for Magnavox Corporation in Fort Wayne and also for Research Molding in Mendon, retiring in 1971. Bertha had been a very active member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Colon, where she was a member of the Ladies Aid. She is survived by a son, Ronald (Gloria) Nietert of New Haven, Ind.; a daughter, Margaret (Kenneth) Robinson of Orlando, Fla.; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a brother, Chester Hessert of Fort Wayne; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Florence Bauman; and an infant brother, Carl Hessert. The family will receive relatives and friends 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Bertha M. Nietert will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Colon, with Pastor David Grimm officiating. Private burial will follow at Covington Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Fort Wayne. If desired, the family suggests memorials be made in memory of Bertha to the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.   |
SPIETH, BESSIE M. - 88, of Osseo, passed away Friday, April 3, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born January 3, 1921 in Horton, Michigan to Leon and Effie Belle (Town) Gleason. She was married September 1, 1979 to Loyal Spieth, and he preceded her in death in 2000. Bessie was a former nurse's aide at St. Paul's and the TB Sanitarium in Jackson and Maple Lawn Facility in Hillsdale. She retired from Jonesville Products. She was a resident of Jackson prior to residing in Osseo, and a member of the Latter Day Saints of Jonesville. Surviving are six daughters, Lowanda (Harry) Bitner of Jackson, Tjuana (Harry) Horn of Bankers, Shela (Chris) Plunkett of Allentown, PA, Brenda (Brad) Ruka of Holland, Serena (Ron) Sanders and Sara (James) Broughman, both of Hillsdale; five sons, Darwin (Donna) Butler of Osseo, Byron (Tashia) Myers of Hillsdale, Alton (Diane) Worth of Hillsdale, Richard (Sandy) Spieth of Petersburg, MI, and Jack Spieth of Hillsdale; sister, Georgia Pettit of Arizona. There are many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Bessie Spieth will be Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at 11:00 a.m., at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Dr. Daniel Pann officiating. Interment will follow at Roseland Memorial Gardens in Jackson. The family will receive friends for visitation Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of the donor's choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com www.Mlive.com/obits |
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Blanche E. Foor, 85, of Monroe died at 11 p.m., Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
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Blanche Eva Albain was born on December 10, 1923 in Monroe, Michigan. She was the daughter of Norris Albain and Belva (Larry) Albain. |
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Monday 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. In state Wednesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Sebastian's Church (3965 Merrick, Dearborn Heights.) Mass 10:00 a.m. Rosary Tuesday 7:30 p.m. |
COLANGELO DONALD A |
Wednesday April 8, 2009 from 2 to 9 p.m. with a service at 6:00 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 23750 Goddard Rd. (313) 291-1800. In lieu of flowers, any monetary donations may be made to the family of Donald. Obituary/Guest Book at |
CROSIER KATHLEEN MARIE |
age 56 of Troy, April 4, 2009. Loving daughter of Frederick and the late Dolores Crosier. Mother of David Crosier. Grandmother of Samantha Crosier. Sister of Kenneth Crosier, Kerry (Dawn) Crosier, Kevin Crosier, Karolyn (Gerald) Krause and Kristopher Crosier. Survived by thre nieces, two nephews and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral Mass Wednesday, April 8, 2009 11 a.m. with an in state time of 10 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 280 E. Square Lake Road, Troy. The family will receive friends Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd, Rochester. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com |
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Carl V. Seif, 75, of Holland, died Friday, April 3, 2009, at his home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Lake Parish, 480 N. 152nd Ave., Holland. Visitation will be Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Northwood Chapel.   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. |
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 Catherine Howard, 86, of Gaylord and Chandler Hill, Boyne Falls, passed away peacefully April 1, 2009, at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. |
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Catherine 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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ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Charles N. Watt, 70, of Ontonagon, was called home on April 4, 2009. |
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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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. |
Chet Venable Attica Chet Venable, 66, of Attica, passed away after a very short illness on Thursday (April 2, 2009) at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Charlie Chester Venable was born October 7, 1942, in Claiborne County, Tenn., the son of Charlie and Thelma Venable. He grew up in Claiborne County. He married Wanda Faye O'Dell on April 4, 1961 in Norton, W.V. Faye recently passed away on January 17, 2009. Chet worked at Reece Funeral Home in New Tazewell, Tenn. He worked for about 25 years at ASA Builders Supply as a truck driver and for about 25 years as a Paint-Spray Technician at BASF Paint (an automotive paint company). Chet and Wanda lived in Ferndale for 27 years and were members of Hilton Road Baptist Church. They had lived in Attica for the last 14 years and were attending Attica First Baptist Church. He is survived by his sons, Steve (Elsie) Venable of Pampa, Texas, Scott (Gail) Venable of Warren; daughters, Sara Lucero of Attica, Carrie Gossett o |
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Cole Alan Gittinger March 15, 2009 Sunday, April 5, 2009 12:56 AM |
Cole Alan Gittinger, 38, formerly of Ottawa Lake, Michigan, was tragically killed on March 15, 2009, in an automobile accident near his home in Taos, New Mexico. |
DIMENT, Constance Ann - Age 75, longtime resident of Flint-Beaverton and a resident of Grand Blanc the last 3 years, passed away Friday, April 3, 2009 at her residence. Funeral services will be 1PM Monday, April 6, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc Twp. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery, Lansing. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Friends of Hurley, P.O. Box 586, Fenton, MI 48430. Online condolences and tributes may be shared with the family on the obituary page of sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Corinne C. Foos, 83 of Coldwater , formerly from Toledo, Ohio and Hillsdale, died Sunday April 5, 2009 at Masonville House in Coldwater.  Corinne was born May 17, 1925 in Toledo, Ohio to Isabel (Sharp) and William Winsler. While living in Toledo, Corinne was involved in many activities besides a homemaker, she drove a school bus, sold Avon for 27 years and, after moving to Michigan, she sold real estate for 11 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing especially quilt making, bowling, reading and jewelry making. She was preceded in death by her husband Mark Sr., who died in 1986 and her son, Laurence who died in 1999. Corinne is survived by her sons Mark (Sue) Foos of Coldwater, Roger (Karen) Foos of Sylvania, Ohio, and daughter Kay (Mike) Napoletano of Toledo, Ohio as well as her sister-in-law Kathleen Partlow. Corinne also has 11 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held April 7, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Visitation will also be held April 8, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. at Ansberg – West Funeral Home in Toledo, Ohio. Funeral services will be held Thursday April 9, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Toledo, Ohio. Burial will be at Resurrection Cemetery in Toledo. The family would like to thank the staff at Masonville House, Coldwater and Southern Care Hospice for the great care they have given Corinne. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be made to Corinne’s favorite charity — St. Jude’s Children Hospital. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. |
DAEL JULIUS C |
April 5, 2009, age 82. Beloved husband for 62 years of Dolores. Dear father of Robert E. (Ellen) and Dennis A. (Doreen). Loving grandfather of Julie, Roger, Mary Frances, Susan, Nicholas, Christopher, and the late Joseph Dael. Brother of George E. Dael (Ann). Family will receive friends Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward (between 13 - 14 Mile), with Scripture Service Tuesday 7 p.m. Memorial Mass Wednesday 11 a.m. at St. Hugo of the Hills Stone Chapel, 2215 Opdyke Road, Bloomfield Hills. Memorials to U of D Jesuit High School & Academy. View obituary and share memories at |
DISNER ELIOT |
Beloved husband of Sandra Disner. Dear father of Perrin Disner, Seth Disner and Madeleine Disner. Loving son of the late Devora and Jerome Disner. Dearest brother of Harve (Judy) Disner, Burton (Adrienne Mark) Disner and Steven Disner. Devoted brother-in-law of the late Susan Disner and the late Shari Disner. SERVICES WEDNESDAY, 10:00 AM AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY or visit |
DONOVAN JOHN F |
Tuesday 2-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Rd. (between Ford Rd. and Cherry Hill). In state Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 8679 Riverview (2 blocks east of Telegraph, south of Joy). Member of O.L.G St. Vincent dePaul Society. |
Former Petoskey resident David E. Nickles, 34, died Monday, March 30, 2009, at McLaren Regional Medical Center in Flint. |
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DeVilo Stelman Bishop, 93, long-time Ionia resident, died peacefully at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing on Thursday, April 2, 2009, after a very brief illness. |
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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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Donald E. McNutt, 79, of Boyne City, went to be with his Lord on Friday, April 3, 2009, at his home. |
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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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Douglas J. Erridge, of Ionia, age 60, passed away after a short courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, April 5, 2009. |
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1-10 pm Tuesday at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods with a 7:30 pm rosary. In state at St. Jude Church, 15879 E. Seven Mile, Detroit (48205) from 9:30 a.m Wednesday until mass at 10 a.m. Lorraine was a past president and served numerous years for the St. Jude Rosary Altar Society. She was active with the DeLaSalle K of C Council, Daughters of Isabella. Memorials to the Church appreciated. |
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Eileen L. Cox, age 89, of Adrian, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2009, at Liberty Place in Adrian. She was born Aug. 2, 1919, in Grass Lake, Mich., to Percy and Ethel M. (Allen) Walters. On May 31, 1942, she married LaVerne R. Cox. He preceded her in death on Nov. 2, 2005. She had been employed by Faraday’s, Stubnitz Green, The Daily Telegram, Whitey’s and Kewaunee Scientific. Eileen is survived by a son, Donald (Mary) Cox of Adrian; two daughters, Linda Rider of Adrian and Marcia Ganun of Adrian; one brother, Percy Duane (Norma) Walters of Addison; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Velma Hoff and a brother, Millard Walters. Graveside services for Eileen will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery with Pastor Greg Burdine officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Elin Johnson, 55, of 817 N. Lawrence St., Ironwood, died peacefully at her home in the loving care of her husband, Jack, on Friday, April 3, 2009. |
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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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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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 Elvira Ryan, age 78, of Adrian passed away Saturday, April 4, 2009, at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
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Emogene  Reed, age 76, of Constantine, Mich., passed away  Thursday, April 2, 2009, at her home, following a battle with cancer. She was born in Elkhart County, Ind., on Oct. 24, 1932,  a daughter of  William and Mary Ethel (VanScoik) Schrock. Emogene graduated from Concord High School in 1950 and from Elkhart University as a medical assistant.   On July 1, 1956,  she married David Reed at the Florence Church of the Brethren in Constantine. He preceded her in death in 1982. She worked as a secretary at Harter Corp. in Sturgis and Middlebury, Ind., for 27 years, retiring in 1993. Emogene previously worked for Brethren Volunteer Services and for the U.S. Government in Washington, D.C., as a classified typist in operations research. She attended the Light and Life Wesleyan Church in Three Rivers. Surviving are her daughter,  Diane Reed,  Constantine; sons  Douglas (Gloria) Reed, Naperville, Ill., and Donald (Deborah) Reed,  Constantine; grandchildren Ben Reed, Joe Reed, Danielle (Jeremy) Howard, and Jessica Reed and  great-grandchild Ethan Howard. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Relatives and friends will be received 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine. Religious services will be held  at 11 a.m. Monday at Light and Life Wesleyan Church, Three Rivers,  with Pastor Samuel Maddox officiating. Interment will be at the Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville.  Memorial contributions may be made to the missionary fund at Light and Life Wesleyan Church. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.   |
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The next time you look into the sky and see the white steam trailing from a jet plane melting into a blue sky, or melding with the other clouds in our small stratosphere, you can remember men like Ervin E. Freimark. |
Esther D. Mantych, 83, of Manistee, died Thursday, April 2, at West Shore Medical Center in Manistee. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Wednesday 12 noon until the Wednesday 6 p.m. Celebration of Life Service at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W Ann Arbor Rd (3½ miles west of I-275, btwn Sheldon & Beck) Plymouth. Memorial contributions may be made to Gift of Life Foundation or Cure Research Foundation. To share memories please visit |
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Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
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Frederick H. Jackson, age 90, passed away Friday, April 3, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. A memorial service is being planned for April 11, with details to be announced. |
List, Frederick J. Bay City, Michigan Mr. List passed away Saturday, April 4, 2009 at the Carriage House Nursing Home. He was born September 23, 1921 in Bay City. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. on Monday from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. A complete obituary will appear in Monday's edition of the paper. gephartfuneralhome.com |
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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. |
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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will be Tuesday, April 7, 2009 3-9 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Scripture Service at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth, Redford, MI 48239 A Funeral Service will be Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at St. John Bosco Catholic Church 12170 Beech Daly, Redford, MI 48239. In state at 9:30 a.m. until the time of the 10:00 a.m. Mass.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. |
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Beloved husband of Carol A. Goldstein. Dear father of Aaron (Hillary Donitz-) Goldstein, Erica (Stephen) Jamieson, Sharon (Mark) Yergin, and Mark (Chris) Zrepskey. Loving grandfather of Nathan Jamieson, Haley Jamieson, Ryan Yergin, Connor Yergin, Kayla Zrepskey, and Taylor Zrepskey. Brother of Marvin (Nancy) Goldstein. SERVICES 10 A.M. WEDNESDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT MT. OLIVET CEMETERY. |
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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. |
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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Gladys Jansen, 80, of Holland, died Saturday, April 4, 2009. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St.   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. |
Gladys M. Pitchford, age 97, of Muir, passed away April 5, 2009 in Carson City. |
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Harry W. Gale, 75, of Temecula, CA and Luna Pier, MI passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at the Toledo Hospital surrounded by his loving family. |
Master Sgt. Harvey W. Silver (ret), 79, passed away Saturday, April 4 at his home in Hamlin Township after a four-year battle with cancer. Harvey was born on March 25, 1930 to Theron and Ruby (Glover)... |
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Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
Helen L. (Chattaway, Fettig) Reid, 91, of Petoskey, passed away April 5, 2009, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Schiller Funeral Home of Harbor Springs. A complete obituary will be published at a later date. |
• Helen M. Hanson, 102, of Manistee died Saturday, March 28. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
Helen Margaret Hartley, 91 of Belding died Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Spectrum Health United Memorial in Greenville. |
TREMBLAY, Howard Louis - Age 96, of Clayton Twp. and Swartz Creek, died Friday, April 3, 2009 at Tanglewood Assisted Living. Services will be held 1PM Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at Calvary Christian Church, 7315 Corunna Rd., Swartz Creek, Pastor Mike Haines officiating. Interment will follow at Bendle Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5-8PM Monday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek and from 11AM Tuesday until the time of service at the church. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Carriage Town Ministries. Mr. Tremblay was born November 13, 1912 in Bay County, the son of Thomas Louis and Phoebe Emily (Pixley) Tremblay. In 1928 he finished 8th grade at Green School on Duffield Road in Clayton Twp. and then attended Flint Central High School and graduated with the class of 1931. Howard spent the next two years working on a farm for $1.00 a day. In 1933 he entered Michigan State College and majored in Horticulture. After graduating in 1937 he taught biology and vocational agriculture for 12 years in Flushing. Howard married Lavina E. Fults on August 24, 1938 and she preceded him in death on October 7, 2004. As a young boy Howard was president of the 4H Club. He was one of two in the area that earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 1929. After his teaching days were over he operated a 200 acre farm on Corunna Road where he was noted for his world class pumpkins and served as secretary-treasurer of Michigan Artificial Dairy Breeders of Flushing for many years. Mr. Tremblay was a director of Genesee County Farm Bureau with his wife for 20 years and was on the Board of Review for Clayton Twp. for 35 years. He was also the secretary-treasurer of Red Feather, later United Way of Swartz Creek for 33 years. Howard was very active in church work; he was a lay leader in the Methodist Church for many years and an Elder in Calvary Christian Church since 1970. Howard enjoyed traveling, camping, sports, hunting and anything involving plants and animals. Surviving are: four children, Dorothy (Thomas) Yoder of Saginaw, Thomas Tremblay of Flint, Paul (Martha) Tremblay of Fenton, Diane (James) Coolich of Byron; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his parents; son, Douglas Howard Tremblay in 1972; brothers, Ranold, Ulysses and Cyril Tremblay. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
IN LOVING MEMORY OF Anna Rozanski Krell 4/29/25 - 4/5/08 Beloved Mother, dear sister, loving grandmother and great-grandmother, charming friend, good neighbor. A lover of all things small and furry or feathered, with the kindest heart and caring soul. She was always up for a big adventure or a casual hot dog roast. She best loved her 40 acres of land on Murphy Lake Road and the plants and flowers that grow there; where she rests in peace. She was a legacy of hard work and beauty that she passed on to her precious daughters and granddaughters. Our hearts ache as much today as they did one year ago, Dear Mama. We miss the sound of your voice, your words of wisdom and, most of all, your laughter. But through us all, you live on. Sadly, lovingly missed by your daughters, Julie and Angie; sister, Hattie; grandchildren, Jennifer, Josh, Heather, Stef, Britt, Livie, Quinton, Ethan and Juliann Grace |
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IN LOVING MEMORY OF Jay W. McMullen 4/16/22 - 4/5/03 Gone, yet not forgotten although we are apart your spirit lives within us forever in our hearts. Sadly missed by, Mildred Richardson, Family & Grandchildren |
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IN LOVING MEMORY OF Thelma Chapman 10/4/24 - 4/6/08 If love could have saved you, You would have lived forever! Love, Children & Grandchildren |
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Irene Mary Maka, 80, of Grand Haven, died Saturday, April 4, 2009, in Mercy Hospital, Muskegon. Services are 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 8, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Grand Haven. Burial will be in Robinson Township Cemetery. Visitation is 7 to 9 p.m. today, April 7, at Klaassen Family Funeral Home, 1500 Robbins Road, Grand Haven.       |
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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James Joseph Turovaara, 47, of Boyne City, died Monday, April 6, 2009, in Boyne City. |
James Rathbun Sr., 65, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2009, at his home in East Jordan. |
Jeanne Marie Hellebuyck, 59, of Boyne City, died Friday, April 3, 2009, at home surrounded by her loving family and friends. |
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Joel McCormick, 61, of New Richmond, died Sunday, April 5, 2009, in Holland. Cremation will take place and a memorial service is 3 p.m. Thursday, April 9, 2009, at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St.   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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John B. Garman passed away on March 22, 2009, peacefully at his home after a short illness. He was born on April 22, 1929 to Forrest and Arvella Garman in Bronson. He graduated from Bronson High School and then enlisted in the Army where he worked in communications. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion in Coldwater for many years. John married Jean Garman on May 29, 1987 in Coldwater. He lived all his life in Bronson on Cary Lake and worked tool and die. Seven years ago, he moved to Florida. John enjoyed fishing, riding his scooter and loved listening to people talk. He was a beloved father and grandpa. He will be missed. Preceding him in death were his parents, Forest and Arvella; a sister, JoAnn Eichler; and two sons, Mark and Gary Garman. John has two surviving sons, Scott and Creig Garman. Also surviving are four stepchildren — Brad, Larry Stuckey, Michelle Ash and Dawn Meisner; ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two sister-in-laws Kathy and Bill Stahler and Joyce and Lyle Roan. The memorial service for will be held at Cary Lake on April 11, 2009 at 1 p.m. A dinner will be held at the Girard Methodist Church immediately following the service. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. |
Maziarz, John Joseph Bay City, Michigan Passed away Sunday, April 4, 2009 at Hurley Medical Center in Flint, Michigan. Age 92 years. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to The Snow Funeral Home, Saginaw, Michigan and full obituary will be announced at www.snowfuneralhome.net. Snow Funeral Home Saginaw, Michigan |
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Joseph C. Sanderson, 72, of Reading, passed away Sunday (April 5, 2009) at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  He was born Oct. 28, 1936 in Paulding, Ohio to Clyde and Barbara (Powell) Sanderson. He graduated from Grover Hill High School in 1954 and worked at Hillsdale Tool/Eagle Pitcher, retiring after 33 years.  Joseph had belonged to the Reading Junior Chamber of Commerce and the Reading Coon Hunters’ Association. Hunting and fishing were favorite hobbies, but he especially loved his grandchildren and was a regular attendee at Reading High School sporting events. He also enjoyed coaching girl’s summer softball games.  Survivors include his wife Joyce (Mundy) Sanderson, whom he married July 3, 1959; daughters Janean (Jeff) Bignell of Coldwater, Jeanette Munson (Rex VanAlst, Sr.) of Reading, Jackie Stanley of Jonesville and Jill (Scott) Wert of Reading; sister Lou Ellen (Barry) Hinkle of Frontier; brother Richard Sanderson of Clearwater, Fla.; and grandchildren Jared (Randi) Bignell, Jordan Bignell, Bryanne Stanley, Emily Stanley and Christopher Wert His parents and brother Ray preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday, 11 a.m., at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor DeAnn Dobbs officiating. Interment will follow in West Reading Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled Wednesday from 6-8 p.m.  Memorials are suggested to the Reading United Methodist Church. |
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Judith L. Bower, age 69, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Monday, April 6, 2009, at the Three Rivers Health Hospice in Three Rivers. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.Wednesday, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Rosenberg Chapel. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Sturgis First Presbyterian Church. A complete obituary will follow in Wednesday’s edition.   |
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Judith Lassen, 68, of Holland, died Sunday, April 5, 2009. Services are 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 9, 2009, at Peace Lutheran Church, 398 James St. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church.   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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Tuesday, 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. with Rosary at 2:00 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 9800 S. Telegraph Road. |
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Tuesday 3-9 p.m. and Wednesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Rosary at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover), Warren. In state Thursday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Liturgy at St. Hyacinth Church, 3151 Farnsworth (corner of McDougall), Detroit. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial Donations to St. Hyacinth Catholic Church or St. Matthew Catholic Church. Expressions of sympathy at |
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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. |
Kenneth J. Matlock, of Ionia, age 77, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2009. |
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Kenneth K. Finzel, age 75, of Monroe MI, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 2:40 a.m. in his home. Ken had been seriously ill for the past 3 weeks. |
SPIEGEL - Konrad Nicholas Spiegel, aged 40, entered eternal life on Saturday, March 28, 2009 lovingly surrounded by his parents, Shirley and Dick and brothers, Stephen and James Spiegel. On Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m., a Vigil Service will take place at Holy Family Catholic Church, 9669 Kraft Ave. A Funeral Mass will be held at the church on Wednesday, April 15 at 11:00 a.m. A complete obituary will appear in the Easter Sunday issue of the Grand Rapids Press. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, please consider "Gift of Life" so others may live! Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com. Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf |
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at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, 248-348-1800, Tuesday 2-8 p.m. In state at Nardin Park United Methodist Church, 29887 W. Eleven Mile, Farmington, Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until the Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Donations in Gary's memory can be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1421 E. 12 Mile, Madison Heights, MI 48071. On line sympathy message at www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com. |
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67, resident of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI, Harbor Springs, MI, and Charlotte, North Carolina. Passed away Friday, April 3, 2009, surrounded by his family and friends. T.K. was born in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Robert Kenning Lowry and Jane Buckley Lowry. T.K. attended West Virginia University on a basketball scholarship, and was inducted into the WVU Sports Hall of Fame on September 22, 2007. He earned a Master's degree in Business Administration from WVU in 1965. He was a manufacturer's representative servicing the automotive industry as President of T.K. Lowry Sales, Inc. and Lowry Group, Inc. T.K. was an avid and highly skilled sailor, loved competitive sailing, and sharing those passions with family and friends. He was known for his warmth and his winning smile and for his love of life. Nothing was more important to him than his family and friends. T.K. will be remembered not only by his immediate family, but by the many friends whose lives he touched over the years. His passion for life and love of others will be his enduring legacy. T.K. was a member of Bayview Yacht Club, Little Traverse Yacht Club, the Country Club of Detroit, and Pine Lake Country Club. He was also member of the Storm Trysail Club, the One Hundred Club of Detroit, and the Manufacturers Agents National Association. T.K. is survived by his wife of 44 years, Patricia Bostic Lowry; his daughter H. Elizabeth Lowry and her husband, Carl Melchior, of Grosse Pointe, MI; his son T. Kirk Lowry III and his wife, Gwen Hardman Lowry, of Charlotte, NC; his son Adam K. Lowry and his wife, Mara Holian Lowry, of San Francisco, California; five grandchildren Michael Robert Schudlich, Ryan Thomas Schudlich, Andrew Carl Melchior, Eliza Catherine Lowry, and Kenning Louise Lowry; and two sisters Ann Lowry Coe, of Ada, Ohio, and Lynn Lowry Crook, of Raleigh, NC. He was predeceased by his brother George Robert Lowry, of Jupiter, Florida. A celebration of T.K.'s life will be held at Myers Park Presbyterian Church, 2501 Oxford Place, Charlotte, NC, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2009. The family will receive friends following the celebration. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the Charlotte medical community for the great care they provided, and a special thank you to all the neighbors and friends who provided wonderful support. In lieu of flowers, memorials to honor T.K. may be made to WVU Foundation-Thomas K. Lowry Basketball Endowment Fund, 1 Waterfront Place, 7th Floor, P.O. Box 1650, Morgantown, WV, 26507; the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, 426 Bay Street, Petoskey, MI 49770; or Autism Speaks, 1060 State Road, 2nd Floor, Princeton, NJ, 08540. |
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Larry V. Beem, 69, of Camden Township, passed away Friday, April 3, 2009, at the Community Hospital in Bryan, Ohio.  He was born Nov. 13, 1939 in Hillsdale to Derwood and Mary (Shaffer) Beem. Larry graduated from Camden-Frontier High School in 1957 and had been a truck driver for ATL (now Continental Express) for 35 years. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed farming, fishing, hunting, playing horseshoes, and camping. Larry belonged to the Fremont, Ind. Moose Lodge #2387 and had held the offices of Governor and Chaplain. He was also a member of the NRA, American Fisherman’s Club and he loved helping with breakfasts at the Montgomery American Legion. On Sept. 11, 1971 he married Edith (Long) and she preceded him in death in 2004. Survivors include one daughter, Lorrie (Michael) Beard of Ypsilanti; one son, Richard (Sonya) Beem of Montgomery; one sister, Linda (Ernie) Ash of Reading; one brother, Lynn (Stephanie) Beem of Reading; and five grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he was also preceded in death by his parents and one son, Tim Beem. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Ron Green officiating.  Interment will follow in Berg Cemetery, Montgomery. Visitation is scheduled from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.  Memorials are suggested to Mooseheart Camp in Batavia Ill. or the Fremont Ind. Moose Lodge.   |
Lee Randall Sept. 9, 1935-April 3, 2009 Sunday, April 5, 2009 12:56 AM |
Lee Randall, 73 of Monroe, died at 11 p.m. Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital where he had been since Monday. He had been in poor health for several years. |
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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Leota Isley, 95, of Blissfield passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2009, at Blissfield Place.  Arrangements are pending at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. A complete obituary will appear in Tuesday’s Daily Telegram.   |
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Lloyd R. DeFord, age 90, of Sturgis, Mich., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 4, 2009, after fighting a courageous battle against cancer. Lloyd was born on May 3, 1918, in Sturgis, a son of Walter and Mabel (Wagner) DeFord. They preceded him in death. Sturgis was his home for his entire life, and he took great pride in his hometown. He graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1937. During his lifetime, Lloyd held jobs at several businesses, including Harvey Paper Company, Form Tubes, Carbon Coated Company, Spartan Coach and Syndicate Glass. He retired from Sutton Tool in 1983. After retirement, he was a driver for Dave Smith, Kool and Gateway Ford. In 1938, Lloyd married Lillian M. Woods. She preceded him in death in 1994. He married Vera Larsen in 1996. She survives. He is also survived by his brother, Aurthur DeFord of Spring Grove, Pa. Other survivors include a stepson, Steve (Joan) Larsen of Spring Arbor; a stepdaughter Sheryl (Dave) McCune of Sturgis; stepgrandchildren Jonathan Larsen of Jackson, Josh (Sarah) Larsen of Grand Rapids, Jenny (Rick) Culhane of Jackson, Samuel Larsen of Spring Arbor; a great-grandchild, RJ Culhane; and several nephews. Lloyd was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Also, he was a life member of the American Legion, Forty & Eight, and a life member of the Elks #1381. During World War II he served in the U.S. Air Force, 3rd Air Commandos, in both Panama and the Pacific Islands. Lloyd enjoyed many reunions around the country with his fellow servicemen. Though he became a stepgrandfather late in life, he took great pleasure in his newfound role. He will long be remembered for his many card games and the joy he experienced in helping with several Easter egg hunts. He will also be remembered for his sense of humor and stories that he passed along. Many thanks to Hospice, neighbors, and friends for their help, care, and concern during Lloyd's illness. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Lloyd R. DeFord will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Michael Klafehn and the Rev. Calvin Kolzow officiating. Graveside services will follow in Sturgis Memorial Garden, with full military rites conferred by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and the Capt. John J. Kelley V.F.W. Post #1355.  The family suggests memorial donations be directed to Hospice of Sturgis, P.O. Box 126, Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
TUCKER, Loretta Annabell - Age 85, of Swartz Creek, formerly of West Plains, MO, died Thursday, April 2, 2009 at Genesys Hospice Care Center. Services will be held 2:30 PM Sunday, April 5, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint. Visitation will be held 10 AM until the time of service Sunday at the funeral home. Interment will be held 10 AM Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at Howell Memorial Park, Pomona, MO. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Genesys Hospice. Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com |
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Lorraine K. Faber, 79, of Holland, died Friday, April 3, 2009, at her home. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Downtown Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 29 E. Ninth St., Holland. Memorial services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.   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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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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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. |
Lyman Turner, Jr. Mayville/ Zephyrhills, Fla. Lyman Turner, Jr., 79, of Mayville, Mich., and Zephyrhills, Fla., passed away suddenly on March 17, 2009 at his home in Florida. Lyman was born October 30, 1929, in Deerfield Township, to Lyman G. and Zelphia (Cliff) Turner. He had lived all his life in the Mayville area. He attended West Dayton Country School, then went on to Mayville High School. He married Dolores (Davey) May 21, 1949. They had two daughters, Linda and Sheryl. Lyman was employed by General Motors Buick Motor Division in Flint on the assembly line, then as a shop committee man for Local #599. He retired in 1979 after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Mayville Eagles for 22 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, gardening and playing cards with his friends. He and Dolores spent the winter months in Florida for 30 years. He is survived by his wife, Dolores of Mayville; daughters, Linda (Daniel) Harmon of Mayville, Sher |
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Maddon Donald McCurley, infant son of Michael and Desiree McCurley of Rudyard passed away on Tuesday, March 31,2009 at War Memorial Hospital. Arrangments will be announced at a later date by the Hovie Funeral Home. |
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Madelyn (Fisher) Burch, age 63, formerly of Adrian, passed away Jan. 27, 2009, in Dolan Springs, Ariz. Graveside memorial services will be held on Monday, April 6, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Local arrangements were under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Margaret E. Samons March 31, 2009 Friday, April 3, 2009 11:46 AM |
Margaret E. Samons, 60, of Dundee died at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday in her home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Margaret R. Stanifer Dec. 9, 1926-April 4, 2009 Sunday, April 5, 2009 12:55 AM |
Margaret R. Stanifer, 82, of Monroe passed away Saturday, April 4 at 2 a.m. in Fountain View of Monroe. |
Margaret Willett, aged 85, of Lake Odessa, peacefully passed into Heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday evening, April 2, 2009, with her family at her side., |
Mark S. Kistner Mark S. Kistner, 53, passed away Thursday (April 2, 2009). He was the beloved son of Ann and the late Leo M. Kistner; dear brother of Cindy (Michael) Troyanovich; uncle of Samantha. Memorial contributions may be made to Metamora Fire and Rescue Department, 730 West Dryden, Metamora, MI 48455. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon, Monday (April 6, 2009) at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. (at Vernier Rd.), Grosse Pointe Woods. Visitation will take place from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Arrangements by A.H. Peters Funeral Home, Grosse Pointe Woods. ahpeters.com |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Mary Alice Govednik, 85, formerly of Ironwood, passed away peacefully with family and friends around her, Sunday, April 5, 2009 |
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Mary L. Whitworth, age 77, Three Rivers, died Saturday, April 4, 2009,  at Fairview Living Centre in Centreville. She was born April 19, 1931, in Kentucky, a daughter of  William  and Bessie (Barnett) Eldridge. On Dec. 4, 1948, she married Ralph Whitworth in Jeffersontown, Ky. Mary worked as a line operator at Ventiline Products Bristol, Ind. She enjoyed bowling and was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. Surviving are her husband Ralph Whitworth, Three Rivers; daughters Elizabeth  (Bessie) Priddy, Constantine, and Vivian (Don) Hendrick, Centreville;  sons Dwight Douglas (Peggy) Whitworth,  Goshen, Theodore Whitworth, Sturgis, and Jeffrey (Tina) Whitworth, Three Rivers; sister Margaret Doerr and brother Andy Aldoph Eldridge, both of Kentucky; son-in-law John Whetstone, Shipshewana; grandchildren James Priddy Jr., Herman Priddy, Carmita (Mike) Hunter, Jason (Nicole) Hendrick, Amy Ironside, Matthew Whetstone, Scott Whitworth, Mary Whitworth, Jessica Whitworth, Miah Whitworth, Stephanie Freeze and Stacey McGrath; and great-grandchildren Brittney, Austin, Brandon, Sydnee, Kaylee, Madison, Ross, Carson, Kendall, Kiah, Alexander, Zane, Devon,  Austin Chase and Ariah. She was preceded in death by her by parents; a son, Ralph Whitworth Jr.; a daughter, Sandra Whetstone; a son-in-law, James Priddy; a daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Whitworth; a granddaughter, Nicole Black; sisters Nancy Girdley, Irene (Douglas); her husband; brothers Kenneth, James (Ted) and Ampster; and brother-in-law Kenneth Husband. Relatives and friends will be received  2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Eley Funeral Home in Centreville, where religious services will be held  at 11 a.m. Thursday. Interment will be at the Mottville Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Three Rivers Health Diabetes Education. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.     |
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Mary Ruth Skiba, 67, of Holland, died Monday, April 6, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services.    |
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Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
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RAMSAY, Mich. -- Mathew John Olexa Jr., 69, of E8179 Alice Street, Ramsay, passed away Sunday morning, April 5, 2009, in Ironwood, after a lengthy illness. |
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HOMER GLEN, Ill. -- Matthew Ryan Kirk, 18, of Homer Glen, died April 3, 2009, in Homer Glen. |
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Maxine E. Tromp, 86 of Fennville, died Sunday, April 5, 2009, at the Grace of Douglas. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25, 2009, at the Community Church Douglas. |
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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Maxine J. Ortell July 13, 1924-April 1, 2009 Friday, April 3, 2009 11:45 AM |
Ortell, Maxine J., Milan, Michigan, age 84, died Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at Saline Evangelical Home. |
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Nila  E.  Craig, age 88, of Lehigh Acres, Fla., died Sunday, April 5, 2009. Services pending for Thursday at Cover Funeral Home in Dundee. For information call 734-529-3156. |
Nila E. Craig Feb. 27, 1921-April 5, 2009 Monday, April 6, 2009 11:39 AM |
Nila E. Craig, 88, of Lehigh Acres, Florida, formerly of Dundee, passed away April 5, 2009 in the Reading Hospital in Reading, Pennsylvania. She had been in poor health with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) since 2006. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Norma J. (Plochocki) Evsich, 84, of Bessemer, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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Orin W. ‘Pops’ Evans, age 87, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 3, 2009, at Thurston Woods Villa. Orin was born June 18, 1921, in Beaver Dam, Wis., a son of the late Robert and Louise (Gadson) Evans. Early in life, Orin lived in Beaver Dam.  He had lived most all of his adult life in Burr Oak and Sturgis. He served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1947 during World War II. He married Helen Dunn; this marriage ended in divorce. He later married Dessie (Peggy) Carpenter. She preceded him in death in 1997. Orin had worked for Tube Fabrication in Sturgis, for the Klinger Lake Country Club and had also been the dog warden for Sturgis. He loved going to the fair, listing to Hank Williams music, being with his family and grandchildren. He was a handyman and enjoyed helping others.  Orin was an avid Jeff Gordon fan.  We’ll miss his great sense of humor. He is survived by two sons, Lee R. (Mary Jo) Evans of Bronson and Orin C. (Pam) Evans of Sturgis,; two stepsons, George (Thelma)Wonders of Bronson and Robert & (Shirley) Wonders of Sturgis; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by a stepson, Donald Wonders. The family will receive relatives and friends 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Orin W. Evans will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with the Rev. John Shoup officiating.  A graveside committal service and burial will follow at Sturgis Memorial Gardens.   |
Oscar Quellmalz Metamora Oscar Quellmalz, 86, of Metamora, passed away Thursday (April 2, 2009). He was born April 30, 1922, in Turtle Creek, Pa., to Arthur and Marie (Neuhof) Quellmalz. He married Joyce Murray on November 1, 1952 in Detroit. Mr. Quellmalz served his country in the United States Navy during WWII. He was a model maker in th parts supplier industry. Oscar enjoyed being a HAM Radio operator. He was a down-to-earth man who loved his family. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Quellmalz of Metamora; children, Alan (Susan) Quellmalz of Lapeer, Bruce Quellmalz of Metamora, Karen (Mark) Davey of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Erik (Kim), Sarah, Kelley, Ellen and Michael; siblings, Ida (Robert) Beck of Arizona, Arthur (Marjorie) Quellmalz of North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Monday (April 6, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Burial was in Metamora Cemetery, Metamora. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers F |
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Beloved wife of the late Sanford Perlman. Dear mother of Sheryl (Robert) Anderson, Lori Brooks, and Steven (Nicki) Perlman. Loving grandmother of Taylor Kirby, Trent and Sloan Anderson, Garrett, Ilana and Austin Brooks, Blake Chase and Reed Perlman. Sister of Mildred Jacobson. Sister-in-law of the late Ted Jacobson and the late Jack Perlman. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and devoted caregivers, Clarence, Beverly, Barbara and Kathy. SERVICES 1:30 TUESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. |
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Age 53, of Plymouth, passed away on April 4, 2009. Loving daughter of Mary and the late Antonio. Beloved sister of Serafino (Yvonne) Posa, Steven (Patricia) Posa, Alfred (Mary Lou) Posa and Ron (Diane) Posa. Also survived by 11 nieces and nephews and by many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral from the Church of the Divine Savior 39375 Joy Rd (between Haggerty & Hix) Westland, Wednesday 10:30 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Friends may visit the Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 South Main, Plymouth Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary service Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery.Share memories at |
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Age 41. April 6, 2009. Suddenly. Beloved daughter of Lorraine and Patrick Phelan. Sister of Margo (Philip) Moran, Sandra Phelan, and Eileen (Bill) Villegas. Loving fiancee of Donald Krupp. Also survived by many other loving family members. For service information, please contact Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home at 313-881-8500. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capuchins. Light a candle and share a memory at |
SMITH, Patricia Gail - Beloved wife, of Ontonagon, MI, passed away April 2, 2009 at Marquette General Hospital's Intensive Care Unit. She was born May 19, 1952 in Flint, MI to Harold and Nellie (Ostrander) Bingham. Patricia was a graduate of Flint Central High School. On April 30, 1977 she was united in marriage to Donald Smith. Patricia worked for 30 years for General Motors. She loved the outdoors, was a painter, photographer, writer and was skilled in arts and crafts. Patricia is survived by her husband Donald; sister Linda Elliot, brother Larry Bingham; niece Wendy Doty; nephew Larry (fiancee Bichngoc Ly) Bingham II; great niece Kylie; and special great nephew Jeffrey. She was precede in death by her parents. Funeral services will take place Tuesday, April 7th at 1 p.m. at the Cane Funeral Home in Ontonagon. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from Noon until the time of the service. Friends may view Patricia's obituary and leave condolences at canefuneralhome.com. |
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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Peggy Lee Postle, age 52, of Grand Rapids and formerly of Ionia, passed away Friday, April 3, 2009. |
Phyllis Laraine (Lipka) Dunham Nov. 9, 1947-Jan. 28, 2009 Saturday, April 4, 2009 2:04 AM |
Phyllis Laraine (Lipka) Dunham, age 61 of Dallas, Texas, formerly of Dundee, passed away January 28, 2009 in Dallas. |
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Beloved husband of 62 years to Shirley Rosenberg. Dear father of Howard (Brenda) Rosenberg, Marlene Rosenberg, and Arlene (Rick) Agree. Loving grandfather of Marlo (Jason) Scott, Aaron Boesky and his fiance Pretty Susanty Sumarno, Lena Agree, Stacy (Michael) Zousmer, and Joey Agree and his fiance Hailey Moore. Proud great-grandfather of Ava and Aiden Scott, Bradley, Lindsey, and Jamie Zousmer and Blayze Karp. Edward Rosenberg was the last surviving son of the late Aaron and the late Ida Rosenberg. He was the brother of the late Lester, the late Jack, the late Nat, and the late Al Rosenberg. SERVICES 10:30 A.M. TUESDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com |
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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Rev. Fr. Arthur W. Fauser April 1, 2009 Friday, April 3, 2009 5:41 PM |
Father Arthur Fauser, age 83, of Grosse Pointe, died peacefully at the Motherhouse of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary [IHM], Monroe, Michigan, on April 1, 2009, after struggling with heart problems and other ailments. |
Rev. Kurt Michael Peterson May 25, 1950-March 31, 2009 Friday, April 3, 2009 12:00 PM |
Rev. Kurt Michael Peterson, age 58, of Saline, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009. He died from pancreatic cancer. |
Richard L. Dipzinski, 76, of Gaylord, died on Sunday, April 5, 2009. |
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Mr. Robert E. Buckmaster, age 91, of Shelby, husband of Eileen (Mavis) Buckmaster, passed away Saturday, April 4. Visitation is today, 4-8 p.m. at Harris Funeral Home in Shelby. The funeral service w... |
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Robert Laughlin, 94, of LaGrange, Ind., died Monday, April 6, 2009 at his home. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange. Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association.   |
Robert M. Shagena, 82, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2009. |
Maul, Robert F. Saginaw, Michigan A community leader to emulate, died peacefully Sunday, April 5, 2009 at home in the arms of Arlene, his wife of 15 years. Age 55 years. Mr. Maul is at Cederberg & Brietzke Funeral Home, 403 N. Michigan Ave. in Saginaw where friends may call after 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. A complete obituary will be published in Tuesday's edition of The Saginaw News. |
Robert W. Myers, 72, of Greenville and formerly of Lowell, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2009. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Rollen Lee Grayson Sr., 58, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, April 3, 2009, in Ironwood, with his loving family by his side. |
Ruth E. Carlson March 28, 2009 Saturday, April 4, 2009 2:04 AM |
Ruth E. Carlson, age 88, former Erie resident, died March 28, 2009, in Sebring, FL. |
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Ruth M. Culver, 102, of Hudson died Tuesday, March 31, 2009. She was born in Jackson on Oct. 10, 1906, the daughter of Roy and Ella Chivers. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Brown-Van Hemert funeral home in Hudson with the Rev. Samuel E. Wickard officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday. |
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Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials to American Cancer Society appreciated. Visit |
SCHEFF FLORENCE |
Beloved wife of the late Irving Scheff. Dear mother of Leslie Robinson. Dearest sister of Edward Taylor and the late Belle Schram. Grandmother of Stacey Porvin. Loving aunt of Sandra (the late Calvin) Schram. Devoted great-aunt of Lori Schram, Marla (David) Wolfe, Darcy Schram, Anthony (Jill) Schram, and Nicolas Schram. Adoring great-great-aunt of Claire, Chloe, and Adin. SERVICES WEDNESDAY, 2 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com. |
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Beloved wife of the late Mitchell Schram. Dear mother of Stuart (the late Donna) Schram, and the late Calvin Schram. Dearest mother-in-law of Sandra Schram. Dearest sister of Edward Taylor and the late Florence Scheff. Loving grandmother of Lori Schram, Marla (David) Wolfe, Darcy Schram, Anthony (Jill) Schram, and Nicolas Schram. Adoring great-grandmother of Claire, Chole, and Adin. SERVICES WEDNESDAY, 2 P.M. AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS, (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit www.thedorfmanchapel.com. |
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43, April 5, 2009. Christopher is the beloved son of the late Urban "Jerry" and Eleanor; the cherished brother of Michelle (Lou) Calcaterra, Denise (Dr. Richard) Arden, David (Denice), Jeannine, and the late Gerard. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Private services are scheduled at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield. Memorial tributes suggested to the ARC,, . Arrangements entrusted to the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, downtown Farmington, 248-474-5200. |
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at church begins at 9 a.m. Memorial tributes to Capuchins or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
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Tuesday 4-9 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7:30 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Colette Catholic Church, 17600 Newburgh, Livonia. Burial Holy Sepulchre. Memorials may be made to the Right To Life-Lifespan of Livonia or to the charity of choice in his honor. |
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Sharon J. Snyder, 53, of 17932 Indian Prairie Road, White Pigeon, Mich., died Thursday, April 2, 2009, at Rivercrest Specialty Hospital in Mishawaka, Ind., after an extended illness. She was born Oct. 22, 1955, in Angola, Ind., a daughter of George W. and B. Lucille (Steiner) Rummel. She was a graduate of East Noble High School in Rome City, Ind. On Nov. 17, 1984, she married Ralph M. Snyder in Kimmel, Ind. He preceded her in death on Oct. 12, 2006. She was a homemaker, did house cleaning and worked with her husband. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Center in Sturgis. She enjoyed reading, bird- and deer-watching and Church Pathfinders. Surviving are a sister, Joan (Bill) Fleming of Fort Wayne, Ind.; a brother, Stephen Rummel of Kendallville, Ind.; four nephews; and several great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. Preceding her in death were her husband; her parents; and two sisters, Marsha and Mary. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Farrand Funeral Home, 300 N. Kalamazoo St., White Pigeon. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, with Pastor Glen Middleton of the Christian Fellowship Center of Sturgis officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Christian Fellowship Center or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
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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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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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at Wm. R. Hamilton Co - Mt. Clemens from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 8. Service: Thursday April 9 at 11 a.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church - Harrison Twp. Offiated by Rev. Douglas Graham. |
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Terry L. Briley, 54, of LaGrange, Ind, died Sunday, April 5, 2009, at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange. Mr. Briley lived most of his lifetime in LaGrange  and Sturgis, Mich.  He worked at Parma Tube in Sturgis as a maintenance engineer and was active with the Sturgis Toy Run. Mr. Briley was born on Dec. 16, 1954, in South Bend, Ind., to the late Homer and Flora Allene (Ray) Briley.  On June 30, 1990, he married Rae Ann Prior in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Mrs. Briley survives in LaGrange. Also surviving are five children, Michelle Getz, Christopher Getz and Corey Hart, all of LaGrange, Balinda and Jeremy Marchand of Howe, Ind., and Heather Hart of Kalamazoo; and four grandchildren. Also preceding him in death was a brother, Wayne Briley. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Funeral service will be held at  7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Thomas McShannock officiating. Memorials may be made to Sturgis Toy Run or Parkview Home Health and Hospice. Condolences may be left for the family at  www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com. |
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Valerie J. Wilkes, age 52 of Monroe, passed away at 10:26 a.m., Friday, April 3, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center. Friends may gather from 5 to 8 p.m., Sunday at Merkle Funeral Service where additional services are pending. |
Valerie Jean Wilkes Feb. 28, 1957-April 3, 2009 Sunday, April 5, 2009 12:55 AM |
Valerie Jean Rankin was born in Monroe, Michigan on February 28, 1957. She was the daughter of George Rankin and Helen (Moyer) Rankin. Valerie attended Monroe Public Schools. She married Gregory Wilkes. |
Vernon L. Laufer, 88, of Ludington, died Friday, April 3 at Memorial Medical Center. He was born Dec. 17, 1920 in Franklin Park, Ill. He married Dorothy Pedersen in 1941 and she preceded him in death ... |
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Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with Scripture Service 6:30 p.m. at the Taylor Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home 9800 S. Telegraph Rd. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery. www.howepeterson.com |
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Wanda Gambrel, 65 of Zeeland, died Wenesday, March 25, 2009. Services were held at the West Harrison Pentecostal Church in Harrison Indiana.   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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Weldon A. Beebe, age 92, of Adrian passed away Saturday, April 4, 2009, at his home. Weldon was born in Adrian, Mich., on Jan. 7, 1917, to Charles and Mabel (Wells) Beebe  He graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1935. On Sept. 7, 1941, he married Alice Wiggins at the Methodist Church in Adrian. He owned and operated City Cartage of Adrian. Weldon was an active member of the Rome Grange for 77 years.  He was a charter member of the River Raisin chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. He was also a member of the Lenawee County Historical Society and the Maple City Men’s Garden Club.  Weldon enjoyed fishing at his cottage at Meadow Lake. After retiring he and Alice traveled with their Airstream and later traveled extensively throughout the world. He enjoyed deer hunting and playing cards with family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Alice; daughters, Barbara (Ross) Vincent of Onsted and Brenda (Juergen) Rosenberg of North Vancouver, B.C., Canada; five grandchildren, Laura (Jon) Harris, James and David VanEtten, Eric and Eleanor Rosenberg; and three great-grandchildren, Justin, Alex and Alycia Drwencke.  Also surviving is a brother, Donald (Evelyn) Beebe of Adrian, and a sister-in-law, Donna Beebe of Hillsdale. He was preceded in death by his parents, his twin brother, Wells Beebe, and older brother, Wayne Beebe. The funeral service for Weldon will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Phyllis Leeth officiating. Burial will follow at East Rome Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Weldon may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.   |
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Wilford A. Shepherd, age 65, of Adrian died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born Aug. 9, 1943, in Britton, Mich., to Ray and Verbena Shepherd. He lived in Adrian for the last 37 years under the excellent care of New Horizons and Renaissance Homes. Wilford was like a rock to those who knew him: always there, always kind. He will be grieved by many. Wilford is survived by two sisters, Peggy Sanderson and Mary Hurley; brothers, Max Shepherd and Daniel Shepherd; nieces, Lynn, Kristen, Donna and Julia; nephews, Brian, Adam and Jeff; and several grand nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Wilford will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 19, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Dr. Daniel Shepherd officiating. Burial will be in the Ridgeway Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home. You may send condolences to the family at www.pursefuneralhome.com/condolences.htm or e-mail to pursefuneralhome@yahoo.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Renaissance Community Homes. Envelopes are available at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
William "Bill" Wieland, 87, of Petoskey, passed away March 30, 2009. |
William E. McMillin April 5, 1942-April 1, 2009 Saturday, April 4, 2009 2:05 AM |
William E. McMillin, 66, passed away April 1, 2009, in St. Mary's Hospital in Knoxville, Tenn. He had been in poor health for 7 years and seriously ill for 2 years. |
William Lawrence Longstreth, 71, of Brandon, Florida passed away Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2008. |
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Wilma E. “Billie” Schafer, age 79, died Friday, April 3, 2009, at Cambrian Assisted Living in Tecumseh, Mich. Billie was born in Toledo, Ohio, to Robert and Dorothy Dykes on Oct. 22, 1929.  She retired from the Libbey Glass Factory after working as an inspector for 19 years and then began a second career with Gladieux Foods as a cook and caterer. Billie loved to cook and bake for her family and friends. Billie is survived by her son, Michael Schafer; grandson, Christopher Schafer; and her adopted granddaughter, Sherry Demski.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph L. Schafer; son, Robert Schafer; and her companion for 15 years, Richard Ankney. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Walker Funeral Home, 5155 Sylvania Ave. (west of Corey Road) where services will follow at 4 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting our Web site at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com. |
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