ALUIA JAMES J |
Friday 2-9pm with ___pm Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday 9:30am at St. Paul of Tarsus Church, 41300 Romeo Plank at Canal until time of Mass at 10:00am. Donations are welcome to Genesys Hospice. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at |
Allan L. Sulier April 30, 1948-April 13, 2009 Thursday, April 16, 2009 11:48 AM |
Allan L. Sulier, age 59 years, of Temperance, MI died Monday, April 13, 2009, in Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg Twp., OH. |
Arthur L. Steinman |
Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
BANK FRANK GEORGE |
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BEULA E. LARKIN LAPEER Beula E. Larkin, age 90, of Lapeer went home to be with the Lord Monday, April 6, 2009 at Lapeer Regional Hospital in Lapeer. She was born September 16, 1918 in Erie, Pennsylvania daughter to the late Warren and Sarah Zepernick Moyer. She married Rev. John E. Larkin on December 23, 1941 in Fremont, Ohio. He has preceded her in death on January 6, 2006. Beula has been living in Lapeer the past 6 years and previously in Vermilion, Ohio. Prior to living in Vermilion, Beula lived in Marlette, where her husband John Pastored the Bethel Church for 18 years. Beula was very active in the work at Bethel church serving as Choir Director, Head of Nursery, Organist and the various women s group organizations of the church. She also worked as a sales clerk at the former Ray's Mens Wear in Marlette. Beula also worked with her husband John as an Independent Shaklee Business Owner for several years in Marlette before retiring to live in Vermilion, OH. She enjoyed music, playing the organ, fishing and going to the cabin in Grayling. But most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family as a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by three sons; John (Carol) Larkin of Jackson, Rick Larkin of Lapeer and Rod (Danette) Larkin of Lapeer, eleven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Warren and Sarah Moyer, husband John Larkin and sister Ruby Wells. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette, with son Pastor John Larkin officiating. Burial has taken place at the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to Lapeer County Medical Care Facility (Suncrest) or to the family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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BILL (WILLIS) MERRIMAN DECKERVILLE Bill (Willis) Merriman, age 83, passed away on Tuesday April 7, 2009 in the Deckerville Community Hospital after a short illness. He was born February 3, 1926 in Deckerville the son of the late Oscar and Amy (Fair) Merriman. Bill married Miss. Ileene Quandt on April 27, 1946. She preceded in death on January 30, 2009. Mr. Merriman worked for the United States Soil Conservation Service for 40+ years as a Soil Service Technician. He had a great love for the farmland and watersheds of Sanilac County. He enjoyed very much to help farmers to correctly tile drain their fields, dig or clean out a drain, or install a farm pond, or generally help farmer be good stewards of the soil and watersheds of the county. Bill had a great many friends in Sanilac County through his work in the Sandusky office. Besides working full time for the Soil Conservation Service, Bill and his wife Ileene had a small dairy operation outside of Deckerville. They worked together to keep this operation ongoing. Mr. Merriman was very devoted to his wife, family, and agriculture. He worked to raise a son and daughter, and granddaughter plus all the other jobs and hardships he had during his lifetime. He enjoyed going for rides in the countryside or watching his grandsons play football and his granddaughter play basketball. Bill will always be remembered by his family, friends, and caretakers for his big pleasing smile. He is survived by one son; Randy (Dora) Merriman of Deckerville and one daughter; Roxanne La Londe of Casper Wyoming, four grandchildren, six great grandchildren, one sister; Mrs. Ida Wagner of Mayville, one sister-in-law; Margaret Merriman of Deckerville, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one granddaughter; Natalie Merriman, five brothers; Harleigh, Joel, Richard, David, and Frank and three sisters; Dorothy Austin, Anne Thorn and Ruth Cloutier. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Bill Merriman have been held at the Apsey Funeral Home your "Legacy of Life" Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Wolf officiating. Burial was in Zion Cemetery, Watertown. Memorials may be made to the Natalie Merriman Scholarship Fund at Deckerville Community Schools or the 1st Presbyterian Church, Deckerville. Condolences may be sent to apseyfuneralhome.com |
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at the O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River, Novi, Tuesday, April 21st 1-5. In state at Detroit Catholic Central High School, 27225 Wixom Road, Novi, Tuesday 6:00pm until the funeral liturgy at 7:00PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Catholic Central High School, Fr. Frank Bredeweg Memorial Scholarship Fund. On line sympathy message at: www.obriensullivanfuneralhome.com |
BROCKER MAX |
Sunday 3-9 p.m. with Scripture Service 7 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville, and Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. Share a memory with the family at: |
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Beatrice A. Jones, age 71, of Sturgis, died Saturday, April 11, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. Beatrice was born Aug. 14, 1937, a daughter of George Paul and Teresa (Young) Miller in Elgin, Ill. On April 12, 1958, Beatrice married Marvin R. Jones in LaGrange, Ind. He preceeded her in death in April 1993. Beatrice was previously employed at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange in the housekeeping department. She later started her business as a maid service in Sturgis which she operated for many years. She formerly attended the Sturgis Baptist and Sturgis Church of the Nazarene. Surviving are a son, Marvin R. Jones Jr. and his fiance, Sharlene Rielly, of Sturgis; a daughter, Starr L. (Darren) Tharp of Ionia, Mich.; a stepdaughter, Marvel Ray of Texas; four sisters, Alicia Potter of Lexington, Ky., Georgian Smith of Middlebury, Ind., and Marlene Coney and Pamela Perrin, both of Illinois; seven grandchildren, Phillip M. Tharp, Sarah L. Tharp, Hannah L. Tharp, Jessica (Jones) Ernsberger, PFC Tyler S. Jones, U.S.M.C. Marvin R. Jones III, Morgan J. Jones; four great-grandchildren, Brian M. Ernsberger, Darren M. Tharp, Carter M. Ernsberger and Katherene S. Tharp; future grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Jessica A. Parrigin, Candace L. Salmons, Cody T. Salmons,   Haley D. Parrigin and Preston T. Parrigin. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a stepmother, Betty Chupp; a sister, Carol Humble; and a son, George Jones. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Carney-Frost Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind., where the funeral will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday. Pastor John Shoup of the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene will officiate. Burial will be at the Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange. On-line condolences may be sent to carneyfrost@earthlink.net. |
Beatrice Rita Grove, 86, of Gladwin, passed away March 31, 2009, at her home at The Brook of Gladwin. |
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Betty A. Roy, age 79, of Colon, Mich., went home with the angels on April 8, 2009.  She was born on Sept. 16, 1929, in Marion, Ind., to Parke and Louise (Jackson) Fawkes. She graduated from Three Rivers High School and worked at Ross Labs for many years. On May 18, 1968, she married Emil B. Roy, and they made their home in Colon. Surviving are a daughter, Michele Fields, and a grandson, Kurt Fields; nieces Billie Washburn, Kris (Don) Stephens and Cindy Elliott; a nephew, Steven (Tonya) Shoemaker; and a host of great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a sister, Leatrice Shoemaker. Cremation has taken place.  A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the home of Steven Shoemaker, 58558 Ash Road, Three Rivers.  Please join with her family and friends at this time.  If desired, the family suggests that memorials be made to Heartland Healthcare of Three Rivers. Funeral arrangements were made by Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.   |
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Beverly De Vries 56, of Hamilton, died Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at Holland Hospital. A memorial service will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2009 at Hamilton Baptist Church, 3690 M-40 with Rev. V. James Ruse officiating.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 3616 Lincoln Rd. Hamilton.   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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IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. -- Beverly J. Hannula, 77, of Iron Mountain, was called unexpectedly to be with her Lord on Friday, April 10, 2009, in Green Bay, Wis. |
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Brittney Lee Ramey, age 16, of 32 Tipperary Drive, Asheville, N.C., died on Friday, April 10, 2009, at her home. An Asheville native, Brittney was the daughter of Gary G. and Sonya L. Ramey. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Clara Ann Retter. Brittney was a student at Clyde A. Erwin High School, and had been a volunteer at the Asheville Humane Society Animal Shelter. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her twin sister, Taylor Marie Ramey; grandparents, Jane Bak of Asheville, N.C., and Norman Retter and wife, Andrea, of Port Charlotte, Fla.; aunt, Mary Kah and husband, Steven, of Grayslake, Ill.; uncles, Norman Retter, Jr. and wife, Judy, of Blissfield, Mich., and Paul Bak of Asheville, N.C.; and special friends, Kim Smith and Darlene Colclasure. A memorial service for Brittney will take place Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at Clyde A. Erwin High School with the Rev. Dr. Buddy Corbin, CarePartners Hospice chaplain, officiating. Memorials may be made to the Asheville Humane Society, 72 Lee’s Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28806, or to Mountin’ Hopes Therapeutic Riding Center, P.O. Box 387, Mars Hill, NC 28754. |
Bruce Wesley Hayes, 74, of Gladwin passed away suddenly on April 7, 2009. |
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will be held on Friday, April 17, 2009, at 640 Albany, Ferndale, MI 48220. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2009. The family suggests donations to American Cancer Society or Hospice of Michigan. Please sign Mary's online guestbook at |
CHUNG MOLLIE |
Friday 1-8 p.m. with funeral services Saturday 11a.m. at the Wessels & Wilk Funeral Home 23690 Woodward Ave. Pleasant Ridge. Burial Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association. Condolences at |
CONNOLLY MARY |
Friday, April 17, 2009 from 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile, Livonia, MI 48152. The funeral will begin with prayers at the funeral home at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, April 18, 2009 with a procession to St. Colette Church, 17600 Newburgh, Livonia, MI 48152 for a 9:30 a.m. Mass. Please leave the family a message at: |
COOK WILLIAM |
Friday 6-9 p.m. and Saturday 2 p.m. until the Saturday 4 p.m. funeral service at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Road (btwn Sheldon and Beck), Plymouth. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cook Children's Education Fund. To share memories, please visit at: |
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Caroline A. Folts, 63, of Beaverton has been called home to be with her family, after a lengthy illness on April 8, 2009. |
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. |
Catherine Marie 'Cassie' Harris, Larry Wayne Harris III, Ezrah Xavier Harris Monday, April 13, 2009 2:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Catherine Marie “Cassie” Harris, 34, Larry Wayne Harris III, 11, and Ezrah Xavier Harris, 9, of Reading passed away Monday, April 6, 2009 as the result of an automobile accident. Cassie is survived by Larry Wayne Harris, Jr., Mark Johncock; three children, Vanse, Julian and Westin Harris; father, Vernon Tritchka; mother, Toni Ford; grandparents, Harold and Lucile Ford; siblings, Hank Tritchka, Heather “Susie” (Greg) Tritchka-Stuchell, Christopher (Shawn) Tritchka, Beckie (Jason) Schweizer and Nathan Tritchka; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and many friends. Cassie worked at Michindoh Camp and Conference Center. She was a member of New Life Community in Hillsdale and she was a devoted and loving mother. Larry III and Ezrah are survived by their father, Larry Wayne Harris, Jr.; three brothers, Vanse, Julian and Westin Harris; grandparents, Larry Wayne, Sr. (Sharon) Harris, Vernon Tritchka and Toni Ford; great grandparents, Harold and Lucile Ford and several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Larry III and Ezrah attended the Will Carleton Academy. They had been honor roll students and participated in the AYSO Soccer Program. Larry III also played basketball at the Will Carleton Academy. The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to the people of the Hillsdale and Reading area for their love and support which was extended to Cassie and her boys which Cassie spoke of often. A private service for the family has taken place. A community memorial service to honor the lives of Catherine Marie, Larry Wayne III and Ezrah Xavier Harris will be held at the Hillsdale United Brethren Church 1 p.m. Wednesday with Pastor Jim Knoll officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions in memory of Cassie, Larry III and Ezrah Harris to the Trust Fund which has been established at County National Bank.   |
Catherine 'Cassie' Harris, Larry Wayne Harris III, Ezrah Xavier Harris Tuesday, April 14, 2009 10:15 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Catherine Marie “Cassie” Harris, 34, Larry Wayne Harris III, 11, and Ezrah Xavier Harris, 9, of Reading passed away Monday, April 6, 2009 as the result of an automobile accident. Cassie is survived by Larry Wayne Harris, Jr., Mark Johncock; three children, Vanse, Julian and Westin Harris; father, Vernon Tritchka; mother, Toni Ford; grandparents, Harold and Lucile Ford; siblings, Hank Tritchka, Heather “Susie” (Greg) Tritchka-Stuchell, Christopher (Shawn) Tritchka, Beckie (Jason) Schweizer and Nathan Tritchka; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and many friends. Cassie worked at Michindoh Camp and Conference Center. She was a member of New Life Community in Hillsdale and she was a devoted and loving mother. Larry III and Ezrah are survived by their father, Larry Wayne Harris, Jr.; three brothers, Vanse, Julian and Westin Harris; grandparents, Larry Wayne, Sr. (Sharon) Harris, Vernon Tritchka and Toni Ford; great grandparents, Harold and Lucile Ford and several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Larry III and Ezrah attended the Will Carleton Academy. They had been honor roll students and participated in the AYSO Soccer Program. Larry III also played basketball at the Will Carleton Academy. The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to the people of the Hillsdale and Reading area for their love and support which was extended to Cassie and her boys which Cassie spoke of often. A private service for the family has taken place. A community memorial service to honor the lives of Catherine Marie, Larry Wayne III and Ezrah Xavier Harris will be held at the Hillsdale United Brethren Church 1 p.m. Wednesday with Pastor Jim Knoll officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions in memory of Cassie, Larry III and Ezrah Harris to the Trust Fund which has been established at County National Bank. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
Clarence E. "Whitey" Reisig April 14, 1925-April 14, 2009 Thursday, April 16, 2009 11:49 AM |
Clarence E. "Whitey" Reisig, 84; of Monroe died at 6:54 p.m. Tuesday at his home, he had been in poor health since November. |
Clarence W. "Whitey" Reisig April 14, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:32 AM |
Clarence W. "Whitey" Reisig, 84, of Monroe died at 6:54 p.m. Tuesday in his home. Services are pending at Rupp Funeral Home. |
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Clifford Melvin Whitney, 60, of Fairfield passed away, April 13, 2009, at the VA Hospital in Ann Arbor.  He went to be with Jesus in his Eternal Home. He was born July 15, 1948, to Melvin C. Whitney and Katherine Whitney (Smith). He served in the Armed Forces, both Army and Navy.  He was preceded in death by his father, Melvin Whitney, and step father Kenneth G. Smith. He is survived by his mother, Katherine Smith; sister, Carol (Randy) McCoy of Rousseau, Ky.; stepsister, Deanna (Donald) LeDroit of Adrian; two stepbrothers, Robert (Roberta) Smith of Clayton and Larry Smith of Ocean Springs, Miss., and several nieces and nephews.  He enjoyed fishing and going to the Hoagie Man Restaurant and seeing his many friends. At Clifford’s request, cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will  be held at 1 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2009, at Jasper Bible Church with the Rev. Bruce Jewett officiating. Military Honors will be performed by the Michigan Army National Guard, Honor Guard, Lansing. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
DALE CARTER FLORIDA Dale Carter, age 75, was born on January 23, 1934 in Cheboygan, the son of William and Ethel (DeLoy) Carter and the eleventh of their 13 children. He passed away April 9, 2009 in the Tavares, Florida hospice house. As a youth Dale was very involved with the Cheboygan Boy's Club. At 14 years old he was selected as regional winner of the Boy's Club Junior Citizenship Award for the states of Michigan, Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio. As a teen he was mayor of local Boys Club, camp counselor and helped build and raise funds for the Pete Kendzorski Recreation Center in Cheboygan. After graduation from Cheboygan High School in 1953, Dale enlisted in the Army serving in Korea and Japan. He was in the Special Category Army Unit Reassigned with the Air Force unit or SCARWAF. He was in the Army but assigned to build airstrips for the Air Force. He married Elaine Morgan 50 years ago in Marlette. They had two daughters: Vicky (Dave) Plummer of Gaylord and Karen Mallory ofLansing and three grandchildren - Heather and Jamie Plummer and Andrew Mallory. Dale worked for 33 years as Route #3 mail carrier in Marlette retiring in 1997. When he started the route, there were still some corduroy roads (logs used as base for the roads). He received the post office's safety award for all 33 years. His hobby was carpentry. He built their home in Marlette and after retiring constructed their home in Cheboygan. He also built a camper, travel trailer, furniture, etc. He enjoyed traveling visiting all but five of the states. His brother Vern (Pat) Carter and sister Alice (Bill) Nichols of Cheboygan survive Dale. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Norman, Wallace, and Benjamin and sisters Irene, Ruth, Ada, Wanda, June, Jacqueline and Gloria. Dale never smoked or worked around chemicals, but developed pulmonary fibroses and lung cancer. His request was to have body donated to science to help others. A private burial will be held in the summer. |
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Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. with a 4:30 p.m. Scripture Service at the Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper, St. Clair Shores (between 12-13 Mile Rd). In state Monday 10:15 a.m. at St. Angela Church with mass 10:45 a.m. |
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Darl S. Sunday, 97 of Girard, died Saturday, April 11, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility in Coldwater. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor Bruce Kintigh of the Girard United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Girard Township. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. Darl was born Sept. 9, 1911 in Algansee Township to Marshall and Alpha (Rathburn) Sunday. He married Blanche Coleman. She preceded him in death in 1959. He later married Mae Fleming. She preceded him in death in 2001. Mr. Sunday began working as a farm mechanic for Hadley Farm Equipment and Wells Equipment. He later went to work as a janitor at the Branch Area Careers Center, retiring in 1975. Darl’s love of farming always kept him busy on his family farm while he held other jobs. After his retirement, he began his own repair shop for farm equipment. Darl was an avid woodworker and enjoyed making furniture. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and visiting with people. Mr. Sunday is survived by his sons; Kenneth Sunday of Coldwater, Dana Sunday of Concord, Jerry Doolittle of Angola, Ind., Wesley Doolittle of Bowling Green, Ohio, his daughters; Mona Barber of Coldwater, Jeanie Higbee of California Township, Phoebe Lewis of Coldwater, sister Arlene Rzepka and numerous grand, great, and great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by both of his wives, his sons Leon and Basil Sunday, sisters Belva Ray and Louisa Johnson and one grandchild. Memorials may be directed to Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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David A. Hartwick, age 61, of Onsted passed away April 11, 2009, at University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. Born Jan. 11, 1948, in Ypsilanti, son of Larry and Jeanne (McKenzie) Hartwick. Survived by his wife, Deborah (Underwood) Hartwick, whom he married in 1968; his mother; stepfather Raymond Nugent; and his brother’s children Jeremy, Wendy, Cameron and Patrick; grandchildren, Nathan, Matthew, Jesse, Erin, Ethan and Kayla. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Rebecca Underwood, Claudia (Robert) Zichichi, Sarah (Tom) Flynn; their stepfather, Albert Gibas, and niece Anne Zichichi. He was raised in Belleville, Mich., and moved to Onsted in 1978 and worked as an auto body technician in Ann Arbor. He was a member of the Sumpter Fire Dept., Irish Hills Rod and Gun Club, Ann Arbor and Brooklyn Moose Lodges and VFW. One of the highlights of his life was drawing two Michigan Elk permits. Throughout his life, he was involved with cars, taking the opportunity to exhibit at Cobo Hall’s Autorama. He was a member of the Belleville Trinity Episcopal Boy Scout Troop #231, earning the Eagle Scout Rank. He was a Chinook helicopter crew chief in the 101st Airborne and served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969. He helped found the Irish Hills Rod and Gun Club in 1985, serving as vice president and board member and he was coordinator of the hunter safety program. David supported his community and was generous with his time and knowledge. He participated in fund-raising activities for the Sportsman club, Moose and Brooklyn Kiwanis “Support the Troops” efforts. He will be remembered for his "can-do" attitude, willingness to take risks, and helping others, as demonstrated by his participation in the Heartmate II Left Ventricle Assist System study, as a bridge to heart transplantation. He was preceded in death by his father; brother, Michael; a sister-in-law, Barbara (nee Hall); grandparents, Harry and Marion (Creighton) Hartwick, and Tom and Muriel (Kettle) McKenzie, and his mother-in-law, Barbara Underwood-Gibas. His Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be 7 p.m. Friday, April 17, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 11575 Belleville Road, Belleville, with Father John R. Hagan officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, Belleville or more importantly, his family asks that you give the Gift of Life and become an organ donor. Arrangements by Brown Funeral Home, Belleville. www.davidcbrownfh.com. |
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David Gray, 61, of Toledo, formerly of Temperance, died April 10 in his home. Arrangements by H.H. Birkenkamp Funeral Home, Toledo. |
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Dethanh Nguyen, 73, of Holland, died Thursday, April 16, 2009. Services will be 1 p.m., Saturday, April 18, at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.  Visitation is 5 - 8 p.m., Friday at the funeral home. |
Donald Elmer Dankert, 82, of Bonita Springs Fla., died on April 12, 2009, unexpectedly. |
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Dorothy M. Fair, age 87, of Battle Creek, formerly of Bronson, died Monday, April 13, 2009 at the Laurels of Bedford following an eight month illness. According to her wishes, cremation will take place.  A graveside memorial service will be scheduled at the Bronson Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are by the Kolcz Funeral Home of Bronson. Dorothy was born Aug. 19, 1921 in Sturgis, daughter of Fred M. and Jennie M (Willson) Maybee and lived most of her life in the Bronson area. She married Harry Hopkins on Jan. 26, 1940 in Bronson. He died June 24, 1964. She later married Paul Fair on April 29, 1977 in Bronson. Paul died Jan. 25, 1999. Dorothy was a retail grocery clerk for over 23 years, working at the former Quality Market, Davidson’s Super Valu, Gay’s Super Market and the Bronson Super Valu, retiring in 1983. She had also worked at the former Bronson Reel Company. She was a member of the Bronson American Legion Auxiliary, the AARP, and formerly affiliated with the Bronson United Methodist Church, where at one time she taught Sunday School. She was also a former Girl Scout Leader. She enjoyed bingo and playing cards with “the girls,” garage sales, latchhook, painting, sewing, crosswords and collecting frogs and elephants. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Louis Gabriel of Battle Creek, two grandchildren, SFC Lance (Brandie) Long of Fort Drum, N.Y., Cristi (Jeffrey) Lancaster of Buderim, QLD, Australia; four step-children, five grandchildren, a brother, two nieces and a nephew and her faithful feline companion “Sam” that she rescued from the animal shelter. |
Duane J. Romzek 1943-2009 Duane J. Romzek, 65, Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Tendercare of Cass City. He was born on April 12, 1943 in Mt. Clemens to the late Lawrence and Theresa (Kociba) Romzek. Duane was a member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church of Harbor Beach. He is survived by his sisters, Gloria (Robert) Elkins, Deland, Fla., Maureen (Gene) Fogel, Canton, Barbara Romzek (David Greenamyre), Lawrence, Kan. and Kathryn (Floyd) Shotwell, Shelby Township and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Marilyn Abraham and brothers, Jerome and Robert Romzek. Funeral mass was held on Tuesday, April 14, 2009 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach. Fr. William Spencer officiated. Cremation followed with internment in OLLH Church Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Edrose I. Brouillard, 85, of Gladwin passed away on April 8, 2009. |
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Edwin Alfred Kochendorfer, 90, of Allen, passed away Monday, April 13, 2009 at Drews Place Village Green, Hillsdale. He was born June 29, 1918, in Allen Township to Charles and Wilhelmina (Mogel) Kochendorfer and graduated from Allen High School as Salutatorian of the class of 1937. Edwin, a long-time area farmer, was a member of the Quincy Prince of Peace Lutheran Church and an avid softball player in his younger years. On Feb. 23, 1946, he married Loretta Rhodes in Concord Township and she survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Judy Kochendorfer of Allen and one son, Robert (Mary) Kochendorfer of Jonesville. He was preceded in death by six brothers, William, F.A., Leonard, Carl, Walter and Herman, and two sisters, Pauline and Wilhelmina. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Quincy, with Pastor Robert Eickmann officiating. Interment will follow in Allen Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County or Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Quincy. |
Ernest Edward Ridge, Jr. Lapeer/ Naples, Fla. Ernest Edward Ridge, Jr., 83, of Lapeer and Naples, Fla., passed away Tuesday (April 14, 2009). He was born April 14, 1926, in Signal Mountain, Tenn., to Ernest Sr. and Rosa (Davis) Ridge. He married Mackie "Peggy" L. Tripp on September 18, 1943 in Fort Oglethorpe, Ga. Mr. Ridge served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII. His duty included tours in the South Pacific, Iwo Jima and the invasion of Normandy. Ernest retired from General Motors after 22 years of service. He established E&L Service in Lapeer. He was a member of the Odd Fellows, the Towing Association and was once named the "Boss of the Year" for the BPW Association. He is survived by his wife, Mackie "Peggy" Ridge of Lapeer; daughters, Brenda "Joyce" (Robert) McDougall of Macomb Twp., Carol (Ken) Davis of Lapeer and Naples, Fla., Margaret "Midge" (Larry) Williams of Lapeer; grandchildren, Ron McDougall, Jeffrey McDougall, Steve (Natalie) McDougall, Rachel |
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Ethel I. Sweet, 91, of East Jordan, died on Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. |
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was born in Cleveland, Ohio July 23, 1908. Beloved husband of the late Miriam Levin Friedman to whom he was married for 66 years. Devoted father of Joan (Lou)Slyker, Peggy (Peter Remington) Daitch, Margery (Bill) Lynch and Rodger( Kiki Nelson) Friedman. Loving grandfather of Josh (Lisa) Daitch, Karen Daitch, Andrew Slyker and James Friedman Lynch. Cherished brother of Ruth Insel (the late Dr. Herbert Insel), Betty Lublin(the late Irving Lublin), the late Miriam Schmidt (the late Dr. John Schmidt), the late Rabbi Newton Friedman (Rosalie Friedman Shaw), the late Dr. Milton Friedman (the late Eleanor Friedman). Proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. He was a veteran of WWII, during which he monitored the financial activity of the Axis powers in North Africa and investigated the workings of I.G. Farben for the Treasury Department . Stan served as Corporate Secretary of Borman Foods (Farmer Jack) until his retirement in 1973 when he became involved in real estate and in SCORE. He was remarkably active throughout his later years, and was a devoted grandfather, father and husband. Stanley celebrated his 100th birthday last July at a large family gathering in St. Petersburg, FL. SERVICES 2:00 PM FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. |
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ROYAL OAK, Mich. -- Frances Parent, 84, a 45-year resident of Royal Oak, died April 12, 2009, in Bloomfield Hills. |
Frank J. Pieper, Jr. |
Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
Frieda E. (Urbach) Kling 1916-2009 Frieda Elvira (Urbach) Kling, East Lansing, 92, passed away April 6, 2009. She was born in Saginaw on June 23, 1916 to Alexander and Katherine (Weitz) Urbach. Frieda graduated from Columbiaville High School and Lapeer Country Normal. She taught in the Willey Country School near Columbiaville when she was 18 years old. In 1938, she graduated from Central Michigan University with her BS degree and teaching certificate. Frieda taught mostly 6th grade in the Sebewaing Elementary School and retired in 1976 after 26 years of teaching. She had a life-long love of learning and enjoyed reading, traveling and corresponding with friends and family. Frieda was married to Jacob Kling of Sebewaing on June 13, 1942 and they enjoyed over 64 wonderful years together. She was a charter member of VFW Post 4115 Auxiliary in Sebewaing, member of Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel and the Okemos Community Church. She is survived by a daughter, Jacklyn Hughes, East Lansing; son, David (Marie) Kling, Lancaster, Pa.; two brothers, Arthur (Jayne) Urbach, Mesa, Ariz. and Victor (Patricia) Urbach, Danville, Calif.; one brother-in-law, Joseph Kling; two sisters-in-law, Marylou Urbach and Anne Kling; five beloved grandchildren, Josh, Katy, Patty, Bob and Michael; five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by husband, Jacob and three siblings. Memorial services and interment will be held at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta at a later date. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Okemos Community Church, Youth Program, 4734 Okemos Rd., Okemos, MI 48864 or the Sebewaing Area Historical Society. nc., 15 Sharpsteen Street, Sebewaing, MI 48759. |
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Gary R. Whitson, age 68, of Brooksville, Fla., formerly of Clayton, Mich., passed away Dec. 31, 2008. He was born Jan. 12, 1940, in Detroit, Mich., and spent most of his life in the Brooklyn/Clayton area. He was employed by the Ford Motor Company for 10 years and he later owned an auto salvage business. He was a former member of the West Rome Baptist Church in Manitou Beach. He retired to Brooksville, Fla., in 1996. Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing, raising rabbits and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He will be missed by his family, including his wife, Vietta; son, David Whitson of Clayton, Mich.; daughters, Cindy Renz of Brooksville, Fla., and Jennifer Breeding of Ft. Bragg, N.C.; 14 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Vicky Curley of Adrian. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25, at the Somerset Beach Campground, 9822 Brooklawn Court, Somerset Center. |
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Beloved husband of Sue Rose-Haitz (13 years). Preceded in death by beloved first wife Gloriann Haitz (38 years). Loving father of Craig Haitz (Mary), David Haitz (Marianne), Bruce Haitz, Tim Haitz (Kristen). Caring step father of Steven Rose (Maureen) and step-grandfather of Matthew and Mitchell. Caring grandfather of Joel Haitz (fiancée Nikki Tyler), Lauren Tharp (Scott), Jordan, Nicholas, Suzanne and Andrew Haitz. Great-grandfather of Nolan Tharp, born April 12, 2009. Cherished son of the late Louis M. and Helen N. Haitz. Precious older brother to Merle Haitz and Faye Hunt. Memorial service Saturday, April 18, 2009, 11 a.m., visitation 10:30 a.m., at Faith Covenant Church, 35415 14 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Faith Covenant Church. |
HANNA WILLIAM A |
Saturday 2-9 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Memorials to Michigan Humane Society or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network., F.S.M.A. Online condolences can be shared at: |
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Harris Veldman, age 82, of Zeeland, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2009.  Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday at Beaverdam Reformed Church with Reverend James Dykstra officiating.  Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Friday at  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.   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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Helen F. Sontag |
Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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Helen M. Chupp, age 90, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Thursday, April 9, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village. She was born March 20, 1919, in Warsaw, Ind., a daughter of the late J.C. and Inez (Whitacre) Kyle and has been a resident of Sturgis since 1977, moving here from Warsaw. On Dec. 28, 1934, in Warsaw, she married Irvin Frey. This marriage ended in divorce. On Dec 11, 1955, she married Harvey S. Chupp in Elkhart, Ind.  He preceded her in death on Jan. 1, 1961. Helen had been employed for several restaurants including the Chicken Coop and Murphy Mart in Sturgis and also in Warsaw and Goshen, Ind.  She was also a homemaker and enjoyed playing Yahtzee. Surviving are one daughter, Virginia Antonides of Sturgis; five grandchildren, Brad Antonides of Warsaw, Bart (Sonia) Antonides of Roanoke, Ind., Brian (Teresa) Antonides of Syracuse, Ind., Cheryl (Larry) Criswell of Warsaw and Elaine (Randy) Heath of Portage; 10 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchild.   She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands; infant daughter, Sherry Ann Frey; great-great-grandson, Jeremy Criswell; son-in-law, Donald (Tony) Antonides; two brothers and one sister.   The family will receive friends and relatives from 2- 4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Helen M. Chupp will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with Mr. Larry Wallman, officiating.     Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange, Ind. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Association.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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WATERSMEET -- Ira A. Antone III, 53, of Watersmeet, died Wednesday, April 15, 2009, in Watersmeet. |
Irving Lynn Hudson Dec. 16, 1923-Jan. 26, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:35 AM |
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Irving Lynn Hudson will be held at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 4030 Douglas Rd., Toledo, OH, on Saturday, April 18, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. |
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ERWIN TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Jacob W. "Jack" Hautanen, 80, of E-5589 Pioneer Road, Erwin Township, Ironwood, died Wednesday morning, April 15, 2009, in his home. |
James "Jim" (Ray) Longstreth passed away April 5, 2009 peacefully in Whittier, California. |
Jeffrey O. Emerick 1957-2009 Jeffrey Oren Emerick, 51, Bad Axe, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. He was born on July 9, 1957 in Harbor Beach, son of Oren and Pauline (Pionk) Emerick. He married Brenda Cove on September 30, 1978 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Jeff served in the U.S. Navy from 1975-1978 and was a member of the Sunday Pool League. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Emerick, Bad Axe; daughter, Jennifer Emerick, Filion; father, Oren Emerick and friend Mag, St. Helen; mother, Pauline (Earl) Ginther, Port Hope; granddaughter, Ashlyn Jodie, Filion; father and mother-in-law, Robert and Joann Cove, Bad Axe; two brothers, Matt Emerick, Oscoda and Neal (Colleen) Emerick, Pigeon; four sisters, Dinah (Calvin) Witherspoon, Roscommon, Beth Emerick, Port Hope, Holly Emerick, Bad Axe and Paula Emerick, Ore.; two brothers-in-law, Wayne (Kathy) Cove, Bad Axe and Rick (Lynette) Cove, Bad Axe and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Jodie Marie Emerick. Services were held on Monday, April 13, 2009 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in Colfax Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Jeremy Eugene. Lawson, 31, of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2009, in Sterling Heights. He was born March 26, 1978, in Coldwater to Dorsey and Kathy (Reader) Lawson, they survive in Hillsdale. Jeremy was an employee of Technique Inc. of Jackson, a resident of the Hillsdale area all his life and a loving and caring father. Surviving besides his parents, Dorsey and Kathy; is a daughter, Dakota Lawson, living with her mother, and stepfather, Angela and Shane Reeser of Pittsford; two brothers, Corey Lawson of Hillsdale and Casey Lawson of Jonesville; a stepson, Michael Helton; and a half brother, Jerry Barnett of Jonesville. Funeral services for Jeremy Lawson will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Interment will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family of Jeremy Lawson. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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John C. Calhoun, age 73, of Fort Wayne, Ind. and formerly of Bronson, died Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at the Hospice House in Fort Wayne. Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2009 at the Matteson Township Cemetery with Pastor Frank Queen officiating. Arrangements are by the Kolcz Funeral Home of Bronson. |
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John M. Maurer Aug. 18, 1931-April 14, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:34 AM |
John M. Maurer, 77, of Monroe died at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday in his home. He had been in poor health since October. |
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Justin Otero Cortes, age 4, of Morenci passed away Monday, April 13, 2009. He was born Feb. 7, 2005, in Adrian, to Santos Otero Rivera and Teresa Cortes Chavez.  In addition to his parents, he is survived by one brother, Jayr Otero Cortes at home; one sister, Katelyn Otero Cortes at home; and numerous family and friends. The funeral liturgy for Justin will be offered Saturday, April 18, 2009, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Bob Schramm presiding. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will also be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. until time of service at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Justin Otero Cortes. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Beloved husband of Estelle Kahn. Dear father of Richard (Anne) Kahn and Al Kahn. Loving grandfather of Rachel, Leah and Nathan Kahn. Dearest brother of David Kahn and the late Rose Schechter and the late Pearl Wolfson. Also survived by many other loving family members and friends. SERVICES SUNDAY 11 AM AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT THE ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY or visit |
KWIATKOWSKI MARIE CLARE |
at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd. (at Schoenherr), Friday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture. Funeral Saturday at St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 38900 Dodge Park at 17 Mile, Sterling Heights. In state 8 a.m. until time of Mass 9 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations to Monastery of the Blessed Sacrament, 29575 Middlebelt, Farmington HIlls, MI 48334 appreciated by family. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com |
Karen Ann Thomas Karen Ann Thomas Aug. 27, 1948-April 13, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:38 AM |
Karen Ann Thomas, 60 years, of Lambertville, MI passed away Monday, April 13, 2009, in Hospice of NW Ohio, Toledo. |
Karen Daphne Weiss April 16, 2009 Thursday, April 16, 2009 11:45 AM |
Karen Daphne Weiss, 67, died this morning at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. |
Kenneth J. Thaut 1937-2009 Kenneth J. Thaut, 71, Bad Axe, formerly of Sebewaing, died Saturday, April 11, 2009 at Bay Regional Medical Center in Bay City following a 7 year illness. He was born December 18, 1937 in Whitney Twp., Arenac Co., son of the late George and Maria (Stamm) Thaut. He was united in marriage to Patricia Langley on March 5, 1960. They had three children together, Jeffrey, Crystal and Bryan. He then married Ann L. Sageman on May 17, 2003 in Bad Axe. Ken had been employed at the former Farmers and Merchants State Bank in Sebewaing and later for Independent Bank in Sebewaing, serving as vice president and later was manager of the Caseville branch before retiring in April 30, 1998. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Sebewaing, serving on several boards. He also was a former member of the Sebewaing Lions Club, Sebewaing Fire Department and a member of Scenic Golf Course. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed crossword puzzles. He served in the U.S.Army in Germany. He is survived by his wife, Ann; one daughter, Crystal (Jeff) Scott, Canton; one son, Bryan (Anna) Thaut, Leonard; seven grandchildren, Lauren, Jessica, Jonah, Lucas, Madison, Elijah and Isabella; one brother, Dan (Dolores) Thaut, Washington State; stepson, Chuck Young, Ferndale and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one son, Jeffrey, on July 29, 1984. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Rev. Michael Boyer will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Immanuel Lutheran Church or charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing. |
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LOUISE ESSENMACHER SANDUSKY Louise Essenmacher, age 83, of Sandusky, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2009, at McKenzie Memorial Hospital, Sandusky. She was born March 21, 1926, in Saginaw, Michigan, daughter of the late Phillip and Viola (Noyes) Dixon. She married William Bolsby and he passed away. She then married Arnold Essenmacher on January 29, 1983 in Sandusky. He passed away August 23, 1996. Louise was a member of the Sandusky First United Methodist Church and a member of the Sandusky VFW Auxiliary # 2945. She was also a seamstress for many years. She is survived by five children; Sharon (Dennis) Minard, Rick (Robin) Bolsby, Stacy (Sherry) Essenmacher, all of Sandusky, Anthony (Bobbie) Essenmacher of Holt, Susan (Tom) Carney of Madison Heights, ten grandchildren, five great grandchildren, two sisters; Wanita Lane and Virginia Brackett, several nieces, nephews and several special friends. She was preceded in death by two grandchildren; Mary Elizabeth Essenmacher and Quin Thomas Carney. Funeral Services were held at the First United Methodist Church with Pastor Colin Stover, Sandusky, Michigan. Burial was at Greenwood Cemetery, Sandusky, Michigan. Memorials may be made to: Sandusky V.F.W. or to the Sandusky First United Methodist Church. Arrangements made by Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky, Michigan. |
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LYNN SCOTT KELLY ILLINOIS Lynn Scott Kelly, age 61, passed away in Park Ridge, Illinois. He is the beloved son of Elisha Claude and Louise Mae Kelly, dear brother of Duane (Mary) and Craig (Noreen), fond Uncle of Brandon and Katie. Lynn was a member of the National Postal mail handlers Union Local #306 and a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose #2478 of River Park, Illinois. Inurnment was held at the Zion Cemetery in Watertown, Michigan. Arrangements made by Jerome Zimny Funeral Home, Hazel Crest, Illinois. 708-422-1700 or 708-335-0116 |
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Laura Marie Battistone Nov. 18, 1984-April 13, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:38 AM |
Laura Marie Battistone, age 24, of Rochester departed this life suddenly on April 13, 2009, at 1:29 a.m. in Beaumont Hospital, Troy, from complications of Rett Syndrome. |
Lemuel G. "Shonny" Cousino March 26, 1934-April 12, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:35 AM |
Lemuel G. "Shonny" Cousino, age 75 years, of Erie, MI died Sunday, April 12, 2009, in Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo, surrounded by his children and their spouses. |
Leona I. Lindquist Feb. 1, 1914-April 15, 2009 Thursday, April 16, 2009 11:49 AM |
Leona I. Lindquist, age 95, of Newport, MI. formerly of South Lyon, MI., passed away Wednesday April 15, 2009 at Oakwood Southshore Medical Center Trenton. She had been ill for one week. |
Leona Lindquist April 15, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:32 AM |
Leona Lindquist, 95, of Newport died today at Oakwood Southshore Medical Center, Trenton. Services are pending at the Ford Chapel of the Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Rockwood. |
Linda K. Dewilde Linda K. Dewilde Jan. 11, 1966-April 14, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:33 AM |
Linda Kay Dewilde, 43, of Monroe died at 5:15 a.m. Tuesday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. She had been in poor health for three months. |
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Lloyd Nelson “Whitey” Kimble of North Adams passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at his home under the loving care of family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. He was born March 30, 1941, in Hillsdale, the son of Roy and Ina (Petrie) Kimble. He is survived by his wife, Anna Kimble, whom he married on June 23, 1961. He is also survived by three children, Annette (Terry LaRoe) Miller of Hillsdale, Cindy (Arthur) LaRoe of Hillsdale and Lloyd F. (Jennifer) Kimble of North Adams; one foster son, Erin (Jamie) Preston of Jerome; several grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four sisters, Lola (Richard) Mault of North Adams, Pauline Sheffer of Addison, Sharon Snodgrass of Jerome and Darlene (Larry) Case of North Adams; two brothers, LeRoy (Charlene) Kimble of Jasper and James (Garnet) Kimble of Jonesville; two half sisters, Ilene Pieffer of Osseo and Bernice Schmitz of Tecumseh; one aunt, Leona Petrie of Jonesville; three brothers-in-law, John McCracken of Hillsdale, Calvin Towe of Jonesville and Raymond Hardwick of Hillsdale, several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, LaVonna McCracken; and one half-sister, Oletta Towe. Mr. Kimble worked as a logger for approximately 40 years and he also worked as a farmer. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time outdoors. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Lloyd Nelson Kimble will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11 at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in North Adams with Dr. Samuel E. Wickard officiating. Interment will take place in the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home in North Adams. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Hillsdale County. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – North Adams 517-287-4661 |
Lois M. Davis Lapeer Lois M. Davis, 77, of Lapeer (formerly of Rogers City) passed away Friday (April 10, 2009). She was born August 5, 1931, in Davison, to Guy L. and Mae (Brooks) Henry. She married Wayne E. Davis on August 12, 1950 in Lapeer. Lois was a member of the TOPS Club. She is survived by her husband, Wayne Davis of Lapeer; daughters, Susan Conklin of Lapeer and Gladys (John) Kendzorski of Lapeer; special friend, Lori Hansen of Rogers City; sister, Gladys Henry of Flint. She was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Mae Henry; sister, Norma Evans; brother, Brooks Henry. Memorial contributions may be made to the Suncrest Auxiliary or hospice of choice. Funeral services were held Monday (April 13, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Pastor Peter DeKlerk officiated. Burial was in Imlay Township Cemetery, Imlay City. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111. |
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Lorena I. Barth Oct. 23, 1921-April 15, 2009 Thursday, April 16, 2009 11:49 AM |
Lorena I. Barth, age 87, of Carleton died on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 in Monroe, Michigan. |
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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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is 3-9 p.m. Sunday, April 19, at the Wujek-Calcaterra Funeral Home, 36900 Schoenherr Road at Metropolitan Parkway (16 Mile Road), Sterling Heights. A Scripture service will take place at 7 p.m. The family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude to the many teams of Beaumont Hospice that have provided compassionate, professional, and loving care to Louise for three years. In appreciation, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Beaumont Hospice, 1200 Stephenson Hwy., Troy, MI 48083. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at: WujekCalcaterra.com |
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at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr @ Metro Pky (16 Mile), Saturday 5-9 p.m., Sunday 2-9 p.m. Scripture service Sunday (time pending kindly call 586-826-8550). In state Monday 9 a.m. at St. Martin dePorres Catholic Church, 31515 Hoover (just North of 13 Mile), until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Burial Great Lakes National Cemetery. Tributes to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society are welcome. Member Belgian American Association & Retirees and Belgian American Century Club. Share Memories with the Family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
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at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary 7 p.m. Funeral Monday at St. Paul of Tarsus Catholic Church, 41300 Romeo Plank Rd. (at Canal) In state 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 328 South 72nd Street, Omaha, NE 68114 or American Heart Association of Michigan, Southfield, Michigan. Memories to be shared at |
MULCAHY ELIZABETH M |
April 13, 2009, age 79. Beloved sister of John F. "Jack" (Dolores) Mulcahy of Dearborn. Dear aunt of James (Edith) Mulcahy, Matthew Mulcahy, Michael (Joyce) Mulcahy and Martin (Donna) Mulcahy. Great aunt of Christopher, Brendan, Emily, Sarah, Kathryn and Colin Mulcahy. Pre-deceased by parents, John and Elizabeth Mulcahy; and by brothers, Daniel, James, Thomas and Patrick "Buttons" Mulcahy. Elizabeth, or Betty to her many friends, was a long-time Michigan Bell employee and retired as a staff supervisor for the Wolverine Chapter of the Michigan Bell Telephone Pioneers. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18 at St. Anselm Catholic Church, 17650 W. Outer Dr., Dearborn Heights, Memorial Gathering 9-10 a.m. Arrangements by the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home 313-561-1500. |
MUSIALOWSKI ARTHUR M |
April 14, 2009. Age 56. Beloved son of the late Arthur and Sophia. Loving brother of Curtis. Dear uncle of Michelle and Nicole. Memorial gathering at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road (at Schoenherr), Sunday 10 a.m. until time of service at 3 p.m. Memories to be shared at |
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OMAHA, Neb. -- Margaret F. Zadra, 86, of Omaha, died Tuesday, April 14, 2009. |
Marjorie Clara Cooke, beloved wife of Robert F. Cooke M.D., passed away Friday, April 10, 2009, at Bay Bluffs medical care facility in Harbor Springs. |
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Marjorie Remenap, age 91, passed from this world, into the loving arms of Jesus on April 10, 2009.   Memorial services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1418 Baldwin, Jenison, with Rev. Scott Sommerfeld officiating.  Interment National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.  For complete information please visit www.remenap.com. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.   |
Martha "Marti" E. Woodard Feb. 9, 1949-April 13, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:37 AM |
Martha "Marti" E. Woodard, age 60 years, of Toledo, OH died Monday, April 13, 2009, at Ebeid Hospice Residence, Sylvania, OH. |
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Mary Ann Stewart died Monday April 13, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Mary was born Nov. 11, 1946, in Saginaw, Mich. She married Charles Stewart on June 2, 1967, and settled down in Adrian to raise their family in 1978. Mary is survived by her husband, Charles; her children, Charles and Carrie Stewart, and her grandson Elijah Noble Stewart. Memorial Services will be held for Mary at 4 p.m. Friday, April 17, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian.  Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com |
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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. |
McCORLEY VIRGIL SR |
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McDONALD OWEN R |
at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home, 2640 Monroe Blvd. (near W. Outer Dr.) Dearborn, Friday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions to Arbor Hospice or Dearborn Animal Shelter would be appreciated. |
McDOWELL LAURA |
Age 75 of Redford. April 16, 2009. Loving mother of Shannon (Benjamin) Luppino. Dearest grandmother of Linda Laura Luppino. Dear sister of Enzo Galli, Nella Cassin and the late Albert Galli. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, April 18 at the R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte, from 1 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 2:45 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 25900 Greenfield Rd., Suite 401, Oak Park, MI 48237-1267. Online obituary and guestbook at: |
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FAIRBANKS, Alaska -- Merrill Jacob Hakala, 80, of Fairbanks, Alaska, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009, with his daughter at his side, and has gone Home to Heaven to be with his Lord. |
Michael "Mike" Duesbout, 43, of Onaway, died April 14, 2009, at his home. |
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Mildred Jane Burns of Blissfield died Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at Blissfield Place. She was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., to William and Marion (Lange) Lewis. Mildred married Norman Burns on Aug. 15, 1942, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 26, 2006. Mildred was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Adrian. She loved spending time with her family, scrapbooking, golfing, shopping and volunteering at the Community Living Centers. Mildred is survived by one son, William G. Burns (Dorothy Willard) of Farmington Hills; one daughter, Karen G. (Richard) Hannah of Ypsilanti; two grandsons, Jeffrey (Veronica) Hannah and Mark (Audra) Hannah; and three great-grandchildren, Owen, Jovey and Alexandra. In addition to her husband, Mildred was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Mildred will be held Saturday, April 18, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Burial will take place at Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens in Novi. Visitation will be Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Hospice of Lenawee or Community Living Centers. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Myron “Mike” J. Van Oort, age 81, formally of West Olive, died April 14, 2009.  Funeral services will be private.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, 7-9 p.m., at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave., Holland.   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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Nina Pauline Kuhlman, age 97 of Mendon, died Easter Sunday, April 12, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital.  She was born in Marshall, Mich., on June 24, 1911, the daughter of Edward and Christina (Wahl) Katz.  The family moved to Burlington when Pauline was two years old. They moved to Mendon in 1919, where Pauline graduated from Mendon High School with the Class of 1930.  Pauline was married to Lloyd Kuhlman in LaGrange, Ind., on March 12, 1931.  They operated a farm south of Mendon until Lloyd’s death on Oct. 28, 1978.  Pauline was a homemaker and longtime member of the Mendon United Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir for several years, and was active in the Grace Circle.  She was an avid reader and enjoyed knitting.  She especially treasured spending time with her family and friends.   Pauline is survived by her daughter,  Katheryn Lytle (Charles) of Sturgis;  daughter-in-law, Patsy Kuhlman of Mendon;  seven grandchildren, Teresa Cytlak (Ron Neale) of Three Rivers, Myra (Mike) Kolbow of Northville, Phillip (Gail) Kuhlman of Mendon, Lucinda (Joe) Mowrey of Parker, Colo., David Lytle (Kim) of Sturgis, Diane Marks (Tim) of New Lenox, Ill., and Michelle Bechill (Chris) of Lowell;  nine great-grandchildren, Justin and Nick Kolbow, Kevin and Ashley Kuhlman, Cole and Parker Mowrey, Ryan, Mary, and Anna Lytle, Katie and Kristyna Marks, Hannah and Christian Bechill; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Violet Pierce and Barb Avery.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lloyd; her son, Maurice Kuhlman; and two brothers, Lyle and Richard Katz. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the Mendon United Methodist Church with Sandy Miller, lay pastor of the Nottawa United Methodist Church and Rev. James Bender, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Sturgis officiating.  Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery in Colon. Memorials will be directed to the Mendon United Methodist Church-Youth Group, or the Mendon Food Cupboard.  Online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
OSANTOWSKE LEO |
Thursday 5-9 p.m., Friday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary 8:30 p.m. at A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic, Warren. In state Saturday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Port Sanilac from noon until 1 p.m. Mass. |
OSTROSKI ROBERT N |
Saturday 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Peter and Paul Church until time of Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Parkview Memorial Cemetery. |
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PARRISH JAMES A |
Friday noon-9 p.m. Light a candle and share a memory at: www.verheyden.org |
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Former longtime Grosse Pointe Farms resident Walter A. Payne Jr., M.D., 91, died Sunday, April 5, 2009. Dr. Payne was born Aug. 13, 1917, in Corbin, Kentucky. to Walter A. Payne and Minnie Freeman Payne. He attended high school in Corbin, then received his bachelor's degree from Berea College. He attended Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia earning his medical degree in 1944. Dr. Payne continued at Jefferson in an internship position before entering the U.S. Army Medical Corps in 1945. He served nearly three years in the European Theatre. He was discharged as a captain in 1948 and worked as a physician in the student health department of Cornell University. Dr. Payne then went to the University of Alabama Medical School to work under Dr. Tinsley R. Harrison, later serving as his chief resident. While in Alabama, Dr. Payne met and married Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Berney in 1952. That same year he was invited to work in the internal medicine department of Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. He retired in 1997 after 45 years of practice. Dr. Payne had many interests among them history, literature and the fine arts. He is survived by his son, Robert B. (Susan) Payne; daughter, Gena E. Callison and grandchildren, Max R. Canché and Sara A. Canché. He was predeceased by his wife, Betty and son, Walter A. Payne III. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 18 at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, 61 Grosse Pointe Blvd., Grosse Pointe Farms. Memorial donations may be made to the All Saints Fund at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, 61 Grosse Pointe Blvd., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236. |
PERRI CARMELA |
Thursday 4-9p.m., Friday 1-9p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday In state 9:30a.m. at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 21201 13 Mile (Btw. Little Mack and Harper) until time of Mass at 10:00a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at |
POLEK EDWARD |
Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc., 3801 18 Mile Rd. (at NW corner of Ryan). Vigil Sunday 7 p.m. In state Monday 10:30 a.m until Mass 11 a.m at St. Mary of the Hills Catholic Church (on John R. between Auburn and Hamlin). Interment Resurrection Cemetery with U.S. Army Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to two foundations. Envelopes available at funeral home. Share memories at www.mandziukfuneralhome.com |
PONIATOWSKI FRANK |
Saturday 12-4 p.m. with a 4 p.m. Service Czopek Funeral Directors, 2157 Oak Street, Wyandotte 734-285-9000. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. |
READ JANET POLK |
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RINGLER PAUL |
Beloved husband of the late Mildred Ringler. Dear father of Dr. Steven (Andrea) Ringler and Jerome (Bonnie) Ringler. Loving grandfather of Brandon, Gregory and Lauren Ringler. Cherished brother of the late Bernie (the late Jean) Ringler. A MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD AT A LATER DATE. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. www.irakaufman.com |
ROOD ROBERT P |
Age 56, passed away April 3, 2009. Beloved husband of Laura. Loving father of Robert (Dawn) Collier, Thomas Rood, Kimberly (Greg) Hartunian, David Rood, Sean (Michelle) Rood and Chris Rood. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; his mother Marguerite Sumner-Rood; and brothers Melvin (Denise), John (Connie) and Ronald (Rose) Rood. He was predeceased by his father James Rood, sister Peggy Benson (Ruthenberg), and mother-in-law and father in-law Shirley and Donald Smith. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at Rochester First Assembly, 4435 N. Rochester Rd., Rochester, MI 48306. |
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WRENSHALL, Minn. -- Randall "Randy" John Saari of Wrenshall passed away peacefully in his home on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2009. |
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Raymond J. Held, 91, of Ormond Beach, Fla., formerly of Carleton, died April 1. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Richard Floyd Pedrin, 50, of Ironwood, died unexpectedly Saturday, April 11, 2009, at his home. |
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Richard G. Fowle, 82, of Tecumseh, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at Bixby Hospital in Adrian. He was born May 23, 1926 in Hillsdale to William and Vesta (Higbie) Fowle, Sr. He served in the U.S. Army Infantry during World War II and was a truck driver for Tecumseh Products and T & D Machine Co. Richard was a member of the Church of God of Tecumseh where he taught Sunday school for 15 years. He loved witnessing to others and enjoyed hobbies of camping, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren. A faithful, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he will be sadly missed by his wife, Mary E. Fowle, whom he married Aug. 4, 1945; five daughters, Sharon (Donald) Sumner of Adrian, Julia (Kenneth) Ellison of Clarkville, Tenn., Charlene (Carl) Adams of Osseo, Mary Louise (Robert) Roback of Blissfield, Ruth Anne (Jack) Stricklen of Tennessee; two sons, Timothy (Kerri) Fowle of Hawkinsville, Ga, Terry (Debra) Fowle of Tecumseh; one sister,  Charlene Goldsmith of Hillsdale; one sister-in-law, Charlotte Barnes of Montpelier, Ohio; three brothers, Herbert (Wanda) Fowle Hillsdale,  William (Ann) Fowle of Brooklyn, James (Shirley) Fowle, Sr. of  Hillsdale; 20 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents, one sister and two brothers. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at El Bethel Tabernacle Church, Hillsdale, with Pastor Fred Oliver officiating. Interment will  follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Reading. Visitation is scheduled from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. Memorials are suggested to the family.   |
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Richard J. Riggs, 88, of Reading, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2009 at Life Care Center of Plainwell. He was born Oct. 21, 1920 in Moscow Township to Clarence and Iva (Coon) Riggs. He was married Sept. 1, 1940 to Mary A. Westfall and she preceded him in death May 9, 1998. Richard was a 1938 graduate of Hillsdale High School. He retired from Walker Manufacturing in 1981. Surviving are a daughter, Susan (Tom) Davis of Allegan; a son, Lynn (Karen) Riggs of Rockford; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Besides his wife Mary, Richard was preceded in death by his parents; a son Larry; and a brother, Dean. Memorial services for Richard J. Riggs will be 2 p.m. Friday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will follow in Moscow Plains Cemetery, Moscow Township. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1 p.m. until the time of the memorial service Friday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution in honor of Richard’s great-grandson Jordan Buford, to The Families of SMA (Spinal Muscle Atrophy), P.O. Box 196, Libertyville, IL 60048-0196. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Rita Staley, 78, of Holland, died Tuesday, April 14, 2009, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services.  |
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Robert Lee Beckman “Bobby”, age 49, of Holland, passed Monday, April 13, 2009.  Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday at the Holland Church of the Nazarene with Reverend Jim Geldhof officiating.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday at  Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 East 16th St., Holland.  Committal services will be 3:00 Friday at Leoni Cemetery.   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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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Robert J. "Jim" Tourville, 79, of 312 E. Longyear St., Bessemer, died Sunday, April 12, 2009, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Tomah, Wis., with his wife by his side, following a lengthy illness. |
Robert J. Collison 1926 - 2009 Robert J. Collison, 82, Bay Port, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at the Huron County Medical Care Facility near Bad Axe. He was born in rural Bay Port on December 15, 1926, the son of the late Arthur D. and Lydia J. (Quick) Collison. After attending the Snell Rural School, Robert attended and graduated from Bay Port High School. He was a Corporal in the U.S. Army serving during the Korean War, 1950-1952, and was a member of the American Legion Steele Lambert Post #533, Bay Port. In his younger years, Robert worked at the Wallace & Morley store, and then the Cooperative Elevator Co. in Pigeon. He retired after more than 25 years at Sebewaing Industries, where he was an inspector. On June 26, 1976 he was united in marriage to Delphine H. Brown at the Community of Christ Church, Bay Port. He and Delphine enjoyed traveling to Wachula, Fla. for many winters where they enjoyed shopping at flea markets and attending auctions. He is survived by his wife, Delphine, Bay Port, a daughter, Libby Alexander, Bay Port; two sons, Tim (Joyce) Brown, Bay Port and James Brown, Caro; six grandchildren, Kayla and Kelsey Alexander, Jennifer Ulfig, Christin (Jim) Hempton, Rebecca (Eric) Heiden and Aaron Brown; two great-grandchildren, Trenten Ulfig and Lauryn Hempton; a sister, Doris Brown, Pigeon and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Floyd, Roy, Stanley and Loren. Funeral services were held on Monday, April 13, 2009 at the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. Elder Terry Brown officiated, with burial taking place in the New Bay Port Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the Community of Christ Church, Bay Port. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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Robert Lee “Brownie” Brown, age 66, of LaGrange, Ind., passed away early Wednesday morning, April 15, 2009, at his home. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or services. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes  Hackman Chapel of Sturgis is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be appreciated to the family for the future needs of Bob’s grandchildren c/o: The Brown Family, P.O. Box 9, Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
Robert P. Romzek 1940-2008 Robert P. Romzek, 68, New Haven, passed away on November 30, 2008 at Briarwood Manor in Flint, after a long illness. He was born in Mt. Clemens on December 20, 1940 to the late Lawrence and Theresa (Kociba) Romzek. He served 21 years in the military with two in the Army and 19 in the Coast Guard as a meteorologist and an instructor at the USCG Institute. In service to his country, he visited the South Pole seven times and the North Pole 13 times, receiving many commendations from the Artic and Antartic regions of his study. He is survived by his sisters, Gloria (Robert) Elkins, Deland, Fla., Maureen (Gene) Fogel, Canton, Barbara Romzek (David Greenamyre), Lawrence, Kan. and Kathryn (Floyd) Shotwell, Shelby Township and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Marilyn Abraham and brother, Jerome Romzek. Mass was held on April 14, 2009 at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church in Harbor Beach. Military burial at sea will be honored by the Coast Guard when weather permits at a later date off Harbor Beach. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Ronald H. Wood, 75, of Osseo, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born June 18, 1933, in Red Oak, Iowa, to Donald E. and Hazel Maxine (Hossel) Wood. He was married Jan. 31, 1953, to Noreen Fuller and she survives. Ronald was a wood model maker and was retired from Allied Products. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served during the Korean Conflict. Ronald was a breeder and trainer of running quarter horses, a member of the American Quarter Horse Association and the Michigan Quarter Horse Association. Surviving besides his wife, Noreen, are a daughter, Donna (Jim) Howell of Jonesville; three sons, Dave (Corrina) Wood of Friendsville, Tenn., Jeffrey D. (Emily) Wood of Hillsdale and Robert (Barbara) Wood of Maryville, Tenn.; two sisters, Judy Hetzel of Garden City and Marcia (Terry) Rhodes of Canton; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter Cathy and a brother Joseph. Funeral services for Ronald H. Wood will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Jack Mosley officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the National Kidney Foundation. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Russell Cole, 65, formerly of Litchfield, passed away peacefully at his home in Highlands, Texas on April 10, 2009. He was surrounded by his wife of 42 years, Doris A. (Wentlender) Cole and family members. Born in Vanlue, Ohio and raised in Litchfield, Russell moved to Texas to work as a diesel mechanic. Survivors include his wife, Doris A. Cole, formerly of Galena, Ill.; six children, Michael Webster (52) and his wife Kunthy of Jackson, Russell K. Cole (46) of Quincy, Douglas A. Cole (45), of Highlands, Ronny L. Cole  (43) of Jackson, Brian R. Cole (41) and partner Ken Boman of Highlands, Viki L. Cole (41) and partner Robert Fowler of Alvin; 17 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; his father, Ova Cole of Jonesville; one brother, Lawrence Cole; five sisters, Julie, Ida, Diane, Penny and Tinny. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lala (Turner) Cole, and one sister, Mary Jane. Visitations for Russell Cole are scheduled at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with interment following in Pulaski Cemetery. |
SALAMONE DOMINIC JOSEPH |
at the St. Clair Shores Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper (N. of 10 Mile Rd.), Sunday from 2-9 pm, with Rosary at 7 pm. In state Monday 9 am until time of Mass 9:30 am at St. Veronica Catholic Church, 21551 Universal, Eastpointe. Share memories at: www.bcfh.com |
SARTI MADDALENA (LENA) |
is at Lee-Ellena Funeral Home, 46530 Romeo Plank, Macomb on Saturday, April 18th from 5-9 and Sunday, April 19th from 1-9. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery. |
SCAMEHORN ANNA |
12 p.m., service 1 p.m., lunch following. |
SCHUBERING GEORGE E |
begins at church 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers family suggests memorial tributes to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 24359 Northwestern Highway, Suite 225, Southfield, MI 48075. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
STEINIK NATALIE |
Beloved wife of Richard Steinik. Dear mother of Norma (Dr. Michael) Dorman and Allan Steinik. Loving grandmother of Hillary, Tedi, Hershel, Pearl Dorman, Rachel and Danielle Steinik. Sister of Harold (Sharon) Harkavy. Daughter of the late Pauline and the late Hyman Harkavy. SERVICES 11 A.M. FRIDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK. www.irakaufman.com. |
Sean R. Booth July 18, 1967-April 8, 2009 Thursday, April 16, 2009 11:50 AM |
Sean R. Booth, 41 years, of Northwood, OH died Wednesday, April 8, 2009, in his home. |
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Sharon Kay (Schermerhorn) Neblo, age 58, passed away on April 9, 2009, at home, surrounded by love. She was called home to be with her Lord after a courageous battle with cancer. Sharon was the first daughter, second child, to the late Earl Michael “Mike” and Louise (Bradish) Schermer­horn, arriving on Dec. 3, 1950, in Adrian, Mich. She attended Galesburg-Augusta High until 1966, to go on to graduate from Madison High School in 1969. Sharon became a Texan in July 1999, residing in Sherman, Texas, where she later graduated from the International Business School in 2005. Sharon was an active member of Hagerman Baptist Church in Pottsboro, Texas, where she came to know and love not only The Lord Jesus Christ, but also many great friends she called family. Sharon was always our rock, staying strong even throughout her battle, a fighter until the end. A loving mother, daughter, sister and friend who lived her life to the fullest and always making sure everyone around her did the same. She enjoyed fishing and taking road trips just to see what she could find. As her time grew near she had no fear of her journey that lay ahead because she knew that there was a better place waiting for her. Sharon is survived by her only daughter, Amanda Neblo of Sherman, Texas; mother, Louise (Bradish) Schermer­horn of Adrian, Mich.; brothers, Mike (Rose) Schermerhorn of Manitou Beach, Mich., Larry Schermerhorn of Adrian; sisters, Linda Schermerhorn of Adrian, Gail Lowe of Jackson, Mich., Jill (Don) Harris of Houston, Texas; husband, Kenneth Neblo from whom she was separated, also several aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. They will always remember her outgoing, loving, caring personality with her laughter and bright smile. She was preceded in death by her father, the late Earl Michael “Mike” Schermerhorn; sister, Paula Sue Schermerhorn; sister-in-law, Joyce Hindbaugh; nieces, Alice Schermerhorn and Tonda Rondo, and both sets of grandparents. Please join us in the celebration of her life on Saturday, April 18, at 4 p.m. Hagerman Baptist Church, Pottsboro, Texas. Enough thanks cannot be given for the prayers, cards and support we have received from all her loving family and friends during these trying times. Also great thanks and appreciation to Grayson Home Hospice along with all Medical staff involved in the care to make her comfortable. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions or condolences can be made to Amanda Neblo of 2700 S. Travis, Apt. 118, Sherman, TX 75090. |
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Shirley (Vander Kooy) Weaver, age 73, of Borculo, died April 16, 2009. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2009 at Borculo Christian Reformed Church, 6464 96th Avenue in Zeeland.  Reverend Bill Renkema will be officiating.  Burial in Borculo Cemetery.  Visitation will be Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.   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. |
Sister Mary Ann (Michael Marie) Szmania, IHM April 13, 1933-April 14, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 12:12 PM |
Monroe, Mich. - Sister Mary Ann Szmania, IHM, 76, died Tuesday, April 14, in Warren, Mich. |
Stephen G. Arnold April 14, 2009 Wednesday, April 15, 2009 11:32 AM |
Stephen G. Arnold, 60, of Rockwood died Tuesday at Henry Ford Hospital, Wyandotte. Services are pending at the Ford Chapel of the Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Rockwood. |
Stephen G. Arnold Sept. 23, 1948-April 14, 2009 Thursday, April 16, 2009 11:51 AM |
Stephen G. Arnold, age 60, of Rockwood, MI passed away April 14, 2009, at Henry Ford Hospital, Wyandotte, MI. |
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Steven Keen, aged 59, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Monday, April 13th, 2009. A funeral mass will be Friday, 11:00 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Rev. Mark Przybysz presiding. Private interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at Zaagman Memorial Chapel, 2800 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids, with a vigil service at 7:00 p.m.   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. |
THOMAS BITMAS DECKERVILLE Thomas Bitmas, age 63 of Deckerville, passed away on March 12, 2009. Son of the late Frank and Helen Bitmas. Brother of Ronald Bitmas, Mary Billings and the late Irene Jast and the late Dorothy Foss. Thomas lived at the Deckerville Pine House for 27 years. He had many friends. He loved to socialize and listen to polka music. A favorite past-time was riding to the dealers lots in Sandusky and looking for red sports cars. Every May, he would put on a tuxedo and ride in a limo with his Pine House friends to the May Ball to dance with many beautiful women who were his friends. He enjoyed his work at Sanilac County Community Mental Health. Tom's Community of Christ church family was a very important part of his life. Thomas also had a strong love for giraffes and was an avid collector of them. He was loved and will be missed by all who knew him. The funeral was held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors-Capstick Chapel, Lapeer. A memorial get together will take place at Pine House on Sunday, April 19, 2009 from 2-4 pm. |
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TROUT WILEY M |
Friday 5-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com |
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Terry Franklin Hoag, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. He was born Aug. 30, 1953 in Coldwater, the son of Leo and Bernice (James) Hoag. He is survived by his wife, Carol Ann (Klinck) Hoag, whom he married on Dec. 30, 1989. He is also survived by two brothers, George and Leo Hoag of Coldwater; three sisters, Judy Brenneman and Mary Kay Norton, both of Coldwater, and Nina Jean Lupnitz of Lansing; two brothers-in-law, Dave Klinck of Allen, and Charlie Klinck of Hillsdale and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Barbara McQueen. Terry served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and he was a past member of the American Legion Post in Paw Paw, Quincy and Hillsdale. He graduated from Spring Arbor College in 1999 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree and he retired from Consumers Energy in 2003, where he worked as an Electrical Sub-Station Operator. He also served on the Board at Hospice of Hillsdale County. At his request, cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Terry Franklin Hoag will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale on Saturday, April 18 beginning at 11 a.m. with Ruth Hoffman officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Hillsdale County. |
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Terry Greenwood, 71, of Holland, died Thursday, April 16, 2009, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements are pending. |
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VIRGIN THOMAS BERNARD |
Age 79 of Delray Beach, Florida died April 13, 2009. After a two year battle with cancer, Tom went peacefully in his sleep. Our beloved Tom was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. After a stint in the US Army, he worked in his family owned business-Metropolitan Meat Supply Company from 1953 until relocating to Boca Raton, Florida in 1972. From 1972 to 1993, Tom owned and operated Thomas B. Virgin Landscape Maintenance and Pest Control. He was an industry leader in the business and widely known as the leading specialist in Lethal Yellowing Palm Tree Disease Treatment. Tom was predeceased by his father John, mother Helen and older brother Jack. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia Loveday Virgin, his son Thomas B. Virgin of Miami, two daughters, Patti Lynn (Craig) Foley of Ocala, and Jennifer Ann (Scott) Rhine of Boynton Beach; ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Tom will be missed by his many friends and family. A memorial gathering will be held on Friday April 17, 2009 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon with a Memorial Service at Lorne & Sons Funeral Home, 745 N. E. Sixth Avenue, Delray Beach, Florida. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Vitas Charitable Foundation, 1901 Congress Ave. Suite 420, Boynton Beach, FL 33426 or to the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami, Advancement Division, P O Box 025388, Coral Gables, FL 33102-9811 |
VIRGINIA P. SAMPSON SANDUSKY Virginia P. Sampson, age 90, of Sandusky passed away peacefully, Monday, March 30, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility. She has lived in Sandusky since 1978 and was previously from Watrousville area. Virginia was born March 16, 1919 in Saginaw, daughter to the late Russell and Ella Mae (Fullerton) Farnum. She graduated from Caro High School in 1938. She attended the Watrousville United Methodist Church. She married Orville Sampson March 14, 1964 in Watrousville. He preceded her in death October 27, 1978. She is survived by one brother; Bruce Farnum of Vassar, two sisters; Gloria Johnston of Athens, Tennessee and Loraine Hess of Caro. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers Billy, John, Duane, Russell and Robert Farnum and sister Beatrice Grabowski. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A grave side service and memorial will be held. Memorials may be given to the Watrousville United Methodist Church. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Sandusky, (810) 648-2244 www.marshfuneral.com |
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Viola M. Johnson Lapeer Viola M. Johnson, 88, of Lapeer, passed away Friday (April 10, 2009), surrounded by members of her family. She was born June 12, 1920, in Lapeer, to (the late) Chester and Lillian Johnson. Viola had retired from McCrory's in 1969, after completing 17 years of service as a sales supervisor. She is survived by her niece, Doreen (Bernd) Scheinpflug; 9 great-nieces and nephews; 15 great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved brother, Amol Johnson; beloved niece, Nancy Hussett. Memorials to Calvary Bible Church or Brian's House Hospice are greatly appreciated. Funeral services were held Tuesday April 14, 2009) at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Downtown Lapeer. Reverend Peter DeKlerk officiated. Interment was in Stiles Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, downtown Lapeer. www.LynchFuneralDirectors.com |
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Virgie May Avery, age 95, of Three Rivers, died Monday, April 13, 2009, at Three Rivers Health. She was born Aug. 3, 1913, in Elkhart, Ind., a daughter of George and Addie (Earnhart) Kindig.   On July 3, 1934, she married Everett L. Avery in Elkhart. He preceded her in death Nov. 9, 1996. Virgie was a member of the Mendon Grange and enjoyed traveling and camping. Surviving are her daughters, Alice (Michael) Salisbury and Evelyn Smith both of Constantine; sons, Donald (Ailleen) Avery of Sturgis, Herbert (Ann) Avery of  Edwardsburg, Ray (Diana) Avery of  Three Rivers; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; sister,   Betty Guipe of  Niles, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Everett Avery; a foster son, John Tacia Avery; grandsons Bruce Smith and Matthew Avery; sisters, Marguerite Everett, Mary  Londick, Jenny Kindig, Nellie Youngblood, Marian  Stump, Berdine  McKee,  Lois Eddy; brothers, Durward Kindig, Glen Kindig;  and son-in-law, J.W. Smith. Relatives and friends will be received 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine,  where religious services will be held at 11 a.m.  Thursday, with Reverend Melanie Young, officiating. Burial will be in the Constantine Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Three Rivers Hospice or Lions Club sight conservation. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
WALLS LURLENE D |
April 14, 2009, age 73, of Troy. Retired Art Teacher with St. Hugo of the Hills School. Beloved wife of Jim for 53 years. Loving mother of Pamela Lewsley (Thomas), Patrick, and Philip. Dear grandmother of Meghan and Shawn Lewsley, and Brian, Jennifer, Nathan, and Braeden Walls. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at A. J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road (between Maple and Big Beaver). Family will receive friends Friday 2-5, 6-8 p.m., and Saturday 10-11 a.m. Memorial Tributes Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. View obituary and share memories at www.DesmondFuneralHome.com |
WILSON CLARENCE |
April 1, 1939 - March 13, 2009. Retired from Great Lakes Steel in River Rouge. Survived by his daughter Jill Wilson and sister Constance Smith. |
WISCOMBE BEVERLY A |
went to be with the Lord April 14, 2009 at Bortz Health Care on Green Lake; age 72. Preceded in death by her husband Donald F. Loving Mother of Ginger Nies, Sherrill (Bill) Pearson and Timothy (Kim) Wiscombe. Grandmother of Ashleigh Nies, Joseph Nies, Richard Kenney, Ryan Kenney, Tia (Brad) Stuart and Talana Pearson. Sister of Roger (Jane) Bigelow, Hal (Cathy) Bigelow, Steve Bigelow and the late Terry Bigelow. Beverly retired from Oakland County as a Registered Nurse. Funeral Service 11 am Saturday, April 18, 2009 at Lake Louise Church of the Nazarene, Ortonville. Friends may visit at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston Friday 3-5 and 7-9 pm and at the church Saturday after 10 am. Interment White Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bortz Health Care on Green Lake for activities or the Michigan Animal Rescue League. Envelopes available at the funeral home. Online guest book: www.wintfuneralhome.com |
WOJCIK MARY ANNE |
Age 85, Beloved wife of the late Leon, dear friend of Gary (Rita) Pace, loving aunt of Patricia (Bill) Rogers, Gloria Jankowiak, Barbara Rozak and Beverly Binkley. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Louise (Cesarz) Rozak, her sister Lottie and brothers, Fr. John, Casmir and Michael Rozak. Visit Saturday, April 18th, at 10 a.m. until time of Mass of Christian Burial at Noon, St. Patrick Catholic Church, 711 Rickett Road Brighton, MI 48116. Arrangements by Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Hamburg Chapel (810) 231-0200. |
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Wesley H. Saxman age 91 of Leonidas passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at his home, after a short illness. Wesley was born April 8, 1918, in Leonidas Township, a son to the late W. Ivan and Mabel E. (Troy) Saxman. On April 9, 1938, he married Gertrude C. Cooley. She preceded him in death on Aug. 7, 1987. Later in 1995, he married Dorothy Easterday. Wesley was a lifelong resident of Leonidas. He graduated from Colon High School with the class of 1936 and furthered his education with two years of college. Wesley served in the U.S. Army during World War II, assigned to the Counter Intelligence Corps. He worked for Weston Biscuit Company, Olivers of Battle Creek, (building B-47s and B-52s), AK Zinns Feed Co., all of Battle Creek, Then he worked for Kirsch Company of Sturgis from 1954 to 1981. Wesley had still lived in the same house he built in 1948 in Leonidas, where he operated a small farm. He also built a home at Watersmeet in the U.P. He had served on the Colon school board for 12 years and was instrumental in bringing a girls’ sports program to Colon High School. He was a member of the Colon Masonic Lodge #73 and Colon American Legion Post #454. He had also attended Factoryville Bible Church. He is survived by three daughters, Judith (Carl) Quirin of Sturgis, Kathryn (Leon) Barrett of Colon and Mary Ellen (Sam) Otterpohl of Land O’ Lakes , Wis.; two sons, Raymond W. (Marilyn) Saxman of Colon and James L. (Linda) Saxman of Leonidas; 17 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; stepchildren Bea Walls of Pallmetto, Fla., Steven (Alice) Easterday of Sturgis, Kenneth (Denise) Easterday of Angola, Ind., Joe (Lea) Schuler of Rice Lake, Wis.; several stepgrandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Alan (Betty) Saxman of Battle Creek and Robert (Mary) Saxman of Bellevue; a sister, Julia Fitzgerald of Niles; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Schipper Funeral Home  in Colon, with a Masonic Service at 8 p.m., and also Saturday at the Factoryville Bible Church from 9:30-11 a.m., at which time funeral services will take place with the Rev. Fred Goebert officiating. Burial will follow at LeonidasCemetery, with Military Honors conferred by the Colon American Legion, assisted by the U.S. Army Honor Guard. If desired, the family suggests memorials be made in memory of Wesley to either the Three Rivers Health Hospice or Factoryville Bible Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and church.   |
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Wilford A. Shepherd, age 65, of Adrian died Monday, March 31, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Funeral services 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 follow in Ridgeway Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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William J. Kriewall 1928-2009 William John Kriewall, 80, Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe. He was born on December 25, 1928 in Grosse Pointe to the late Paul and Amelia (Gerstenschlager) Kriewall. Bill and Kathryn Ganley were united in marriage on January 12, 1957 in Harbor Beach. Bill was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Harbor Beach. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict and sailed on the Great Lakes for four years after returning from the service. Bill was a member of the American Legion Post 197 of Harbor Beach, a member of the Harbor Beach Conservation Club and the Harbor Beach Gun Club. Bill retired from Detroit Edison Company after working there for many years. He was a retired employee of the Detroit Edison Co. retiring from the Harbor Beach Plant after 25 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn, Harbor Beach; children, John (Ruth) Kriewall, Harbor Beach and Jan (Jim)Adler, Ruth; five grandchildren, Andrea Kriewall, Harbor Beach, Aaron Kriewall, Harbor Beach, Jeff Adler, Bad Axe, Brad Adler, Rochester Hills and Renee Adler, Saginaw and three great-grandchildren, Paxton, Kacey and Caeden. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Paul and Lawrence Kriewall, Gertrude Krueger, Dorothea Rodda, Ilene Moore and Evelyn Will. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 4, 2009 in the Zion Lutheran Church, Harbor Beach. Rev. Dave McCluskey officiated, with burial taking place in Rock Falls Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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of Dearborn died April 10, 2009 after a rich life of 90 years. Born December 23, 1918 in Mound City, Illinois, she was a lifelong resident of Detroit, Michigan. Loving daughter of Gertrude and Walter Roberts, Phyllis was the devoted wife of the late Larry R. Young for forty-one years. Phyllis was an active professional woman working as a Job Placement Officer for MESC for 32 years. She was a member of the Elliottorian Business and Professional Women's Club. Her unwavering interest in the professional progress of young people was expressed by her work on numerous scholarship committees and benefit events. Her efforts were equally energetic on behalf of the historic Second Baptist Church in Greektown. A volunteer for many decades at hospitals in the Detroit area, Phyllis was also known for her good spirits and unflagging hard work. Phyllis' bright smile and loving nature will be remembered by her cousin Maceo Mitchell, her goddaughter Pamela Hayes, two fortunate in-laws Viola and Patricia Mitchell and numerous friends and co-workers. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 20, 2009 at Second Baptist Church, 441 Monroe, Detroit, MI 48226. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Elliottorian Scholarship Fund, P. O. Box 44596, Detroit, MI 48244. |
ZEHNPFENNIG LEONARD E |
will be held Saturday 5-9 p.m. with an evening Rosary Service and Sunday from 2-9 p.m. with a 4 p.m. Scripture Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 ½ Mile Road). Leonard will lie In State Monday 9:30 a.m. at St. Sylvester Catholic Church until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Zachary C. "Zac" Kesti, 17, of Wakefield, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, April 12, 2009. |
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