Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 4/22/09


 


 


 

ANDERSON LOTTIE ROSE

April 19, 2009. Age 98, of Kissimmee, FL. Preceded in death by her first husband of 17 years, James I. Fill (1905-1955); and her second husband of almost 61 years, Claude D. Anderson (1920-2006). Born in Detroit to Frank, Sr. and Antonia Klauza, she was the 7th of 11 children. She raised 10 children. Those children gave her 127 descendents at last count. She is survived by her baby sister, Virginia (Louis) Kassuba of Gaylord, MI; and two sisters-in-law, Maxine Klauza of Clarksburg, OH (who is 101), and Eleanor Klauza of Allen Park, MI. Predeceased by her oldest child, Virginia Brooks; 2 sons-in-law, 1 daughter-in-law, 2 grandsons & 1 granddaughter. Survived by 9 children, Anette, Harry (Dot), Raymond (Kay), Loretta (Bernard), James (Joy), Gerald (Fran), Bob (Joan), Richard, Charles (Gloria), 47 grandchildren & spouses, step-grandchildren & spouses, 45 great-grandchildren & spouses & 15 great great grandchildren. Instate Fri. 10 am at St. Mary Catholic Church of Wayne until Mass of the Resurrection at 10:30 am. Family will receive friends Thurs 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the Uht Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood Rd., Westland, MI. Interment at HIllside Cemetery, Belleville, MI. Please visit and sign a tribute at


 


 

Alice Agnes (Dahlberg) Davis

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Altalee H. Brey April 20, 2009

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 12:29 PM 

Altalee H. Brey, 62, of Monroe died Monday morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service.


 


 

Alvin E. Wiard

Monday, April 20, 2009 1:37 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Alvin E. Wiard, 82, of LaGrange, Ind., died Friday, April 17, 2009. at Parkview North Hospital, Fort Wayne, Ind. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesdayat the Frurip-May Funeral Home. Burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange.  


 


 

April L. Piilola

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:42 AM 

IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP -- April L. (Countryman) Piilola, 65, of Ironwood Township, Mich., died Friday morning, April 17, 2009, after a lengthy battle with cancer.


 


 

Arlene P. Chlebina

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Arnold Conrad Lerback June 4, 1922-April 20, 2009

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 12:28 PM 

Arnold C. Lerback, 86, of Monroe, took on his new life, Monday, April 20, 2009. 


 


 

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. 


 


 

B. Irene Weideman

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:02 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

B. Irene Weideman, age 89, of Tecumseh died Monday, April 20, 2009, at Charlotte Stephenson Home in Adrian.  She was born on May 21, 1919, in England. On May 9, 1941, she was married to Alvin Weideman who preceded her in death in 1999. Irene was a homemaker who enjoyed gardening, playing bridge and golfing, and was a connoisseur of chocolate, which she loved to eat. Irene is survived by one son, Dennis (Dotte) Weideman of Leslie, Mich.; one daughter, Pamela (Doug) Piper of Tecumseh, Mich.; four grandchildren, Steve Weideman, Shelly Smitowski, Jennifer Knauf and C.J. Weideman; and three great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Irene was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and one brother. Irene was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Graveside Services will be held at Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh, on Thursday, April 23, at 11 a.m. with Pastor David McKinstry officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

BOYD THOMAS J 

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Baker, Rahlene Kay

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Betty L. Platt April 17, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:17 AM 

Betty (Betsy) Louise Platt, 82, of Monroe, died at 12:40 p.m. Friday at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. 


 


 

Betty L. Platt Dec. 16, 1926-April 17, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 11:55 PM

Betty L. (Betsy) Platt, age 82, a resident of Monroe, MI for the past 2 years passed away Friday, April 17, 2009 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo, OH. Betsy had been in declining health for the past 2 years. 


 


 

Betz, Owen E. *

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Beverly J. Hannula

Thursday, April 16, 2009 3:18 AM 

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. 


 


 

Billie Joyce Eipperle April 17, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:17 AM 

Billie Joyce Eipperle, 75, of Kaleva, formerly of Ida, died Friday morning at the Butterworth Heath Center, Grand Rapids. 


 


 

Billie Joyce Eipperle Nov. 1, 1933-April 17, 2009

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 11:55 AM 

Billie Joyce Eipperle of Kaleva, Mich., formerly of Ida, died Friday morning, April 17, 2009 at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital, at age 75, as a result of complications from septicemia.


 


 

CHOMIUK WILMA 

Wednesday 2-8pm with a 7pm Rosary at the John N. Santeiu and Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster (between Ford and Cherry Hill). In state Thursday 10:30am until 11am Mass at St. Mel Catholic Church, 7506 Inkster Road (just north of Warren)


 


 

CHRONOWSKI THADEUS V 

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CONNOR J. BURTON MARLETTE Connor J. Burton, age 10, of Marlette, passed away suddenly Friday, April 17, 2009 at Marlette Regional Hospital. He was born June 15, 1998 in Port Huron, son to Jay and Sue Burton. He was in the 4th grade at Marlette Elementary School. Connor was a member of the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Marlette. He enjoyed playing basketball, soccer, golf and gymnastics. He also loved to hunt, fish, listening to music and playing video games. Besides his parents, Jay and Sue, he is survived by his sister; Lindsey of Marlette, grandparents; Margaret Burton of Marlette, Tony & Maureen Zimmerman of Brown City, great grand- mother; Anna Coey of Milford, aunts and uncles; Tony & Cindy Burton of Brown City, Lou & Jerry Sauder of Marlette, Jane & Gary Stebbins of Texas, Tracey Zimmerman of Brown City, Michael & Amy Zimmerman of Grand Blanc, Jill Zimmerman and Justin Krych of Sterling Heights, also several cousins and many friends. Funeral services were held at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Marlette with Fr. Andrzej Boroch of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church and Pastor Daniel Bowman of Marlette First United Methodist Church officiating. Burial was in the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the donation of your choice or the Connor J. Burton Memorial Fund. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com

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Carl Skipski

• Carl "Carlie" Skipski, 78, of Manistee, died Friday, April 17. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Carman, James *

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Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera

Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating.


 


 

Chaney, Velma J.

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Charles R. Carlson

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:45 AM 

CARMICHAEL, Calif. -- Charles Raymond Carlson, 95, a native of Ironwood, Mich., died April 13, 2009, in Carmichael. 


 


 

Cheryl Dell, 64

Monday, April 20, 2009 8:41 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Cheryl Ann Dell  passed away  April 19, 2009 in Grand Rapids.   Cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be Thursday, 1:00 p.m., at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave., Holland. Officiating will be Rev. Earl Merz.   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.


 


 

Christina Maria Lerma

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Christina Maria Lerma, age 33, of Toledo, Ohio, passed peacefully in her sleep, April 19, 2009, after a lengthy struggle with epilepsy. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Richard Jaimes officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Connor J. Burton Marlette Connor J. Burton, 10, of Marlette, passed away suddly Friday (April 17, 2009) at Marlette Regional Hospital. He was born June 15, 1998, in Port Huron, son to Jay and Sue Burton. Connor attended the 4th Grade at Marlette Elementary School. He was a member of the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Marlette. He enjoyed playing basketball, soccer, golf and gymnastics. He also loved to hunt, fish, listening to music and playing video games. Besides his parents, Jay and Sue, he is survived by his sister, Lindsey of Marlette; grandparents, Margaret Burton of Marlette, Tony and Maureen Zimmerman of Brown City; great-grandmother Anna Coey of Milford; aunt and uncles, Tony and Cindy Burton of Brown City, Lou and Jerry Sauder of Marlette, Jane and Gary Stebbins of Texas, Tracey Zimmerman of Brown City, Michael and Amy Zimmerman of Grand Blanc, Jill Zimmerman and Justin Krych of Sterling Heights; also several cousins and many friends. Memorials may be giv

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DECKER MARJORIE G 

Thursday 3-8 p.m. with a Scripture service 6:30 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave. at Vernier, Grosse Pointe Woods. In state Friday 10:00 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 467 Fairford, Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial Contributions to the American Heart Association.


 


 

DORIS M. MATTHEWS FLORIDA Doris M. Matthews, age 83, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at a local nursing facility in Panama City, Florida. She was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana and had lived in Bay County since 2005. She moved from Port Sanilac to Panama City. Doris was a homemaker and a life member of the Port Sanilac Order of the Eastern Star, Sandusky Chapter 273. She loved music, she sang and played the organ for her church and for her Eastern Star Chapter. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Robert Carl Matthews in 2005. She is survived by her son; Steve (Kathy) Matthews of Lynn Haven, one sister; Betty Beauregard of Central City, Iowa, one half-sister; Alice Jean Getchel of Minnesota, two granddaughters; Heather (Joe) Watler, Adrienne (Ed) Briganti, two great granddaughters; Abigail and Boston, all of Chesapeak, Virginia. A memorial service was held at the Chapel of Kent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Chaplain Mike Young officiating, along with Eastern Star Rites. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Emerald Coast Hospice, 2925 Martin Luther King Boulevard, Panama City, Florida 32405.

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Daniel Flood

Daniel Flood, aged 34, of Lake Odessa and formerly of Lansing, passed away suddenly and was called Home on Sunday, April 19, 2009., 


 


 

Darrel Hoard

Saturday, April 18, 2009 12:32 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Darrel Hoard, 96, of  Pittsford, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2009, at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born Dec. 21, 1912. Arrangements are pending at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson.  


 


 

Darrell E. Sternberg

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Darrell E. Sternberg, 74, retired Adrian school teacher, died Sunday, April 19, 2009, at Flower Hospital, Sylvania, Ohio. Darrell was born in Centralia, Ill., and graduated from Centralia High School. He graduated from Bradley University and took graduate studies at Siena Heights University, Southern Methodist University and the University of Illinois. He taught commercial courses at Adrian High School for more than 30 years where he was chairman of the department. Many of his former accounting students went on to be become CPAs. Darrell had a life-time interest in chickens, was famed as a baker, and enjoyed bringing pastries to the Watts’ cottage at Sand Lake and to Christmas dinner in the Old West End, Toledo, and to other friends. He volunteered his bookkeeping skills to the Croswell Opera House and many other organizations over the years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. Sternberg and Mamie Sternberg, of Centralia, who were married more than 60 years; and by his sister, Evelyn Broughton. of Dallas, Texas. He is survived by his brother, Robert M.  Sternberg of Centralia, Ill., a niece and several nephews. He was a member of First Congregational Church, Collingwood Boulevard, Toledo, Ohio. His residual bequests were to create an organ music fund for the First Congregational Church and to benefit Bradley University. Visitation will be at Reeb Funeral Home, 5712 N. Main St., Sylvania, Ohio from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2009. There will be a musical memorial service at First Congregational Church, 2315 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo, at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, May 3. Interment will be in Centralia, Ill. Contributions can be made to the First Congregational Church Music Fund. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.reebfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

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Dobbins, Mary A.

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Donald Hulst, 82

Saturday, April 18, 2009 6:10 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donald A. (Red) Hulst, 82, of Holland, died Friday, April 17, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Services will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday at the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Downtown Chapel, 29 East 9th Street with the Rev. Carl Balk officiating. Burial will be in the Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 7-9 pm Monday at the Downtown Chapel.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Donald M. Briggs

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Dykens, Richard William *

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Earl Presnell, Jr. Mayville Earl Presnell Jr., 72, of Mayville, passed away Friday (April 17, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Medical Center. Earl was born May 29, 1936, in Puxico, Mo., to Earl E. and Bessie G. (Bullard) Presnell. He married Elizabeth Hampton on February 4, 1956 in Portageville, Mo. Earl retired from Pontiac Motors in 1991 and was a member of UAW #653 Pontiac. He loved hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and camping. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Elizabeth; daughter Vickie Lynn (Tom) White of Attica; granddaughter, Mellonie (Tim) Edwards of Imlay City; great-grandsons, Brandon and Donavin Edwards. He was preceded in death by his parents and 7 brothers. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Funeral services were held Monday (April, 20, 2009) at the Avram Funeral Home in Mayville. Pastor David Dietzel officiated. Arrangements made by Avram Funeral Home, Mayville. Friends may share an online condolence at www.avramfuneralhome.com

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Edna Cunningham Nielsen, 93

Edna Cunningham Nielsen, 93, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at her daughter's home in East Jordan.


 


 

Edna M. Kleinknecht 1917-2009 Edna M. Kleinknecht, 92, Harbor Beach, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at Harbor Beach Community Hospital under hospice care. She was born March 12, 1917 in Harbor Beach to the late Earl and Elva (Asher) Melick. Edna married Ernest Howard on August 12, 1932. He preceded her in death on July 31, 1976. She married Lloyd Kleinknecht on September 15, 1978. He preceded her in death on August 13, 1994. Edna worked for many years at the Harbor Beach Community Hospital in the dietary area. She loved spending time with her family. Edna is survived by her children, Judy Learman, Harbor Beach, Carole Krease, Walled Lake, Gene (Josette) Howard, Hampton, Va., and Dean Howard, New Baltimore; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Edna was preceded in death by her siblings. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 18, 2009 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach, with Rev. Paula Timm officiating. Burial was in Rock Falls Cemetery. The family of Edna Kleinknecht would like to thank the wonderful care that she had at Harbor Beach Community Hospital and by United Hospice. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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Edna Marcile Hardy

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 8:32 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Edna Marcile Hardy, 91, of Jerome, passed away Jan. 28, 2009, at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital in Shenandoah, Texas. She was born Aug. 14, 1917, in Brooklyn, Mich., to Percy and Nina (Stewart) Tilden. She married Ralph Douglas Hardy on May 4, 1940, in Manchester, Mich., and he preceded her in death Nov. 19, 1994. She lived most of her life in Tipton, Manitou Beach and Jerome area.  She graduated from Napoleon High School  in 1937.  Edna attended Cosmetology School in Ann Arbor for one year.  She was co-owner of Hardy-Reed Tool & Die in Manitou Beach for 11 years, retiring in 1971.  She wintered in Conroe, Texas.  She enjoyed playing cards at the Addison Senior Citizens Center, enjoyed jig-saw puzzles and visiting with her friends. Surviving are three daughters, Ellen Miller of Pittsford, Pat (Roger) June of Mason, Ohio and Mary (Steve) Bowman of Conroe, Texas; one son, Thomas Hardy of Manitou Beach; 17 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren and one sister, Josephine Wineland of Quincy. She was preceded in death by her parents,her husband and one sister, Margarite Virginia Prielipp. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25 at the Addison United Church, with the Rev. Kevin Lykins officiating. Local arrangements are entrusted to the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Addison Senior Citizens Center. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com.  


 


 

Edward Jaromin Dec. 7, 1925-April 16, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:17 AM 

Edward Jaromin, age 83, of Maybee, MI. passed away Thursday April 16, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Emergency Room. 


 


 

Egnatuk, Mike A.

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Eleanor Margaret Dery, 89

Eleanor Margaret Dery, 89, of Petoskey and formerly of South Lyon, Mich., passed away on Monday, April 20, 2009, with loving care at Autumn Joy Adult Foster Care Geriatric Family Home in Charlevoix. Previously, Eleanor's home of eight years was Independence Village of Petoskey where she had many dear friends.


 


 

Elsie G. Weaver

Monday, April 20, 2009 1:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Elsie Grace Weaver, 90, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Sunday morning, April 19, 2009, at the Loudon Health Center in Loudon, Tenn. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091.  


 


 

Engle, James Alan

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Eric N. Pheils

Saturday, April 18, 2009 12:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Eric N. Pheils, 54, was surrounded by the arms of the Lord and carried home on Saturday, March 21, 2009. He was born June 24, 1954. A memorial celebration of his life will be held 2-5 p.m. Saturday at the Reading American Legion.


 


 

Erma Lee Bennett April 17, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:18 AM 

Erma Lee Bennett, 79, of Erie died Friday in Toledo Hospital. 


 


 

Erma Lee Bennett Feb. 8, 1930-April 17, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 11:55 PM 

Erma Lee Bennett, 79 years of Erie, MI died Friday April 17, 2009 in the Toledo Hospital. She made her home with her loving grand daughter Danielle (Jeremy) Shropshire.


 


 

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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Everett Eric Hyde

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FETTER BRIAN PAUL 

"BUDDY" Beloved father of Joshua Fetter. Devoted son of Frances and Joseph Fetter. Cherished brother of Neil and Gary Fetter. Proud uncle of Mitchell Fetter. Caring uncle of Barbara and Irving Nusbaum, Al and Annette Fetter and Freda Dishlip. Also survived by other loving relatives and friends. SERVICES 12 NOON WEDNESDAY AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT BETH ABRAHAM CEMETERY.


 


 

Frances Parent

Friday, April 17, 2009 3:28 AM 

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.


 


 

GALLAGHER JEAN B 

Thursday 2-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.


 


 

GORDON MARK JULIAN 

Wednesday 4-8 p.m., Thursday 2-8 p.m., and Friday, 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m., at Resurrection F.H., 40800 Hayes Rd. (S. of 18 Mile Rd) Clinton Twp. Visit online memorials, . Memorial contributions to, , would be appreciated. 


 


 

George L. Kintner

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

George L. Kintner, age 85, of Adrian died Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. He was born July 22, 1923, in Bryan, Ohio, to Charles A. and Lulu G. (McKimmy) Kintner. He served in the U.S. Army from 1943-1946. On Aug. 10, 1944, he married Virginia Neal in Adrian and she survives. George had been employed by Consumers Power for 22 years and then by Adrian Oil Burner for 19 years, retiring in 1985. He was a member of the First Church of the Brethren and the American Legion. In addition to his wife, Virginia, he is survived by three sons, Charles Kintner and his wife, Nancy, of Tecumseh, John Kintner and his wife, Sue, of Adrian and George Kintner and his wife, Brenda, of Waldron; two daughters, Charlotte Pickney and her husband, Millard, of Sterling Heights and Sharon Church of Williamston, Mich.; a brother, Russell Kintner and his wife, Margie, of Adrian; a sister, Viola Russell and her husband, Albert, of Jacksonville, Fla.; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son-in-law, Gary Church; two brothers and a sister. Funeral services for George will be held Friday, April 24, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Dave Morton officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian. Visitation will be held Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Church of the Brethren. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Glenn Gary Wallace

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Gloria Doezema, 78

Saturday, April 18, 2009 6:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gloria Doezema, 78, of Holland, formerly of Grand Rapids,died Saturday, April 18, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Funeral services will be 11:00 am, Monday, April 20, 2009 at Georgetown Protestant Reformed Church, 7146 48th Ave., Hudsonville. Visiting hours will be 7-9 pm, Sunday at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in Georgetown 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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Greg A. Russell

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H. Aileen Hinds H. Aileen Hinds, Birmingham, formerly Detroit, died March 10, 2009. Aileen graduated from Mackenzie High in Detroit and the University of Michigan in Dearborn. She was a social work supervisor for the State of Michigan until she retired in December 1996. She loved reading, doing historical research, going to garage sales and flea markets, attending car shows and the Woodward Dream Cruise. She was an active member of the Mid-States Ceramic Study Group, the Michigan Sports Car Club and the Caseville Historical Society. She is survived by her cat, Natalie and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Hinds and her beloved pets, Alex, Sylvia, Red Dot, Smudge and Tootsie. Aileen will be laid to rest at Grandlawn Cemetery in Detroit at 12:30 p.m. on April 24, 2009. Memorials may be directed to the Caseville Historical Society. Arrangements were handled by the Cremation Society of Michigan, Detroit.

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HARPER LUCILLE M 

April 20, 2009. Age 99. Beloved wife of the late Paul J. Loving mother of the late Terrence Q. Harper and Anne C. (the late John G.) Crampton. Proud grandmother of six and great-grandmother of 13. Dear sister of Eileen Ruff, Betty McGowan, and Jean Talaski, and preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters. Funeral Mass Thursday, 10 a.m. with in state 9 a.m. at St. Clare of Assisi, 29200 W. 10 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills.


 


 

HERTZBERG DAVID 

Beloved husband of the late Millicent Hertzberg. Cherished father of Richard (Deborah Loveitt) Hertzberg and Jane (Mark) Litin. Loving grandfather of Aaron Loveitt, Tim Laurence, Peter and Alex Litin. Dear brother of Ann (Willis) Jarvis, the late Rose Gurwin, the late Marie Haas and the late Bertha Selke. SERVICES 10:00 AM WEDNESDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com


 


 

HIGGINBOTHAM PATRICIA ANN (RONDEAU) 

at church begins at 9:30 a.m. Private burial at Holy Sepulchre, Southfield, MI. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial contributions to Nutritional Research & Education Foundation (Nicholas Gonzalez, M.D.), 36 East 36th Street, New York, NY 10016 or Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott Street, Detroit, MI 48207. View obituary and share memories at


 


 

Harold W. Birkhold Jr.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 2:51 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold W. “Hal” Birkhold  Jr., 63, of Kansas City, Mo.,  passed away Sunday, April 19, 2009, in Excelsior Springs, Mo. He was born in Three Rivers on Sept. 30, 1945, the son of Harold W. and Ellen (Campbell) Birkhold Sr. Hal graduated from Centreville High School in 1963 and received his bachelors degree from Ferris State University in 1967. He married Janice Frohriep on June 26, 1965, they were later divorced. Hal worked as a tool and die maker for GM and Delphi having worked at Fisher Body in Kalamazoo, Wichita Falls, and Kansas City. He retired in 2008 after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge in Missouri and enjoyed country and blue grass music. Surviving are his daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Paul Drust; grandchildren Dan Drust and Susie Drust, all of Sturgis. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Rosalie (Anspaugh) Wells Birkhold; and sister Peggy Lee Johnson. Relatives and friends will be received from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville where religious services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, with Pastor Dave Peterson, Centreville Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Prairie River Cemetery, Centreville. On line messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Harry L. Burkett Dec. 10, 1918-April 15, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:18 AM 

Harry L. Burkett, age 90, of Temperance, MI, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, April 15, 2009 in his home surrounded by his loving family.


 


 

Harvey Brown 'Brownie' Green

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Hazel Schrotenboer Quist, 96

Saturday, April 18, 2009 6:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hazel Schrotenboer Quist, 96, died Friday, April 17, 2009. Funeral services will be 2:00p.m. Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at Bethany Christian Reformed Church, 11 E. 32nd St., Holland. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation will be 7-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., 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.


 


 

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.


 


 

Hogan, James M.

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Ira A. Antone III

Friday, April 17, 2009 3:34 AM 

WATERSMEET -- Ira A. Antone III, 53, of Watersmeet, died Wednesday, April 15, 2009, in Watersmeet. 


 


 

Irene Agnes Holdwick 1922-2009 Irene Agnes (Volmering) Holdwick, 86, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital. She was born on June 29, 1922 in Ruth to the late William and Theresa (Guitar) Volmering. She lived with her parents until the early 1940's when she worked in Bad Axe and Port Huron before she was married. She married Robert C. Holdwick on October 8, 1947 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Ruth with Rev. Frank Kaufman officiating. He preceded her in death on November 13, 2000. Irene was a graduate of Sts. Peter & Paul Elementary School. She was a lifelong parishioner at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ruth, where she was a former officer and honorary member of the Christian Mothers. She was honored to be Mama Ruth at the annual Mama Ruth picnic at Sts. Peter & Paul. Irene farmed with her family for most of the life. She was employed for seven years at the former Hamill Manufacturing company, Bad Axe. She was a member and former officer of the Parisville V.F.W. Post #5740 Auxiliary. She retired from farming in 1988. Irene was a dedicated wife and mother, raising a family of five daughters and three sons. She enjoyed quilting, needlework, gardening, traveling, playing euchre and cooking. Irene is survived by five daughters, Jean Peruski and fianc Floyd Hanger, Saginaw Township, Carol (Tom) Standifer, The Village, Fla., Rosalie Sparks, Harrison, Ohio, Bonita (Doug) Gainor, Bad Axe and Elaine (Dennis) Aernie, Parchment; three sons, Russell Sr. (Cheryl), Clinton Township, Duane (Rhonda), Lake Orion and Mark (Cheryl), Griffin, Ga.; 19 grandchildren, Dawn (Chris) Ellsworth, Denise (Jamie) Burkhead, Darian (Kerrie) Sparks, Lorin Sparks, Russell Holdwick Jr., Robert Holdwick and financ e Amber Hoppe, David Holdwick, Shawn Sparks, Leslie Sparks, Douglas Gainor, Jr., Danielle Gainor, Derek Gainor, Melissa Holdwick, Michael Holdwick and fianc e Julie Stuit, Andrew Aernie, Nicholas Aernie, Dillon Aernie, Conrad Holdwick and Mark Holdwick Jr.; ten great-grandchildren, Tyler and Kyle Ellsworth, Aleshia and Isis Sparks, Tiffany, Megan and Katelyn Sparks, Sean and Timothy Sparks, and Brady Aernie; one sister, Elizabeth Geiger, Harbor Beach; one sister-in-law, Margaret Volmering, Bad Axe; brothers and sisters-in-law, Stanley and Lenore Kups, Utica, Roman and Clarann Holdwick, Harbor Beach, Magdeline Stacer, Ruth, Leo and Shirley Holdwick, Ruth and Joseph and Lorraine Holdwick, Ruth; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Tina Peruski; son-in-law, Robert Peruski; brothers and sisters-in-law, Merlin Stacer, Harold and Loretta Stacer, William and Anna Volmering, Vincent and Alvina Volmering, Alexander and Theresa Volmering, Cornelius and Evelyn Volmering and Aloyius Volmering; sister and brothers-in-law, Mary and Bernard Gentner and Clement Guiger. The funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ruth, with Rev. Robert Pare, pastor officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Memorial are requested to the Family Discretionary Fund. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly.

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Isabel S. (Stella) Mittelstaedt

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 3:01 AM 

TOLEDO, Ohio -- Isabel S. Mittelstaedt, 94, of Toledo, passed away March 31, 2009, after a brief illness.


 


 

JOSEPH KARL MARZ SANDUSKY Joseph Karl Marz Sr., age 88, of Sandusky, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the Sanilac Medical Care Facility, Sandusky. He was born January 30, 1921 in Detroit, Michigan. Joseph is the son of the late Paul and Anna (Moyse) Marz. He married Arlene June Bulgrien on April 9, 1942 in Detroit, Michigan. Joseph was a World War II Army/Air Core Veteran. He was a member of the St. Michaels Catholic Church, Wilmot. He is survived by his wife; Arlene Marz, eight children; Joseph (Cindy) Marz of Snover, Rene (Iva) Marz of Lapeer, Sharon Marz of South Gate, Karen Havens of Snover, Paul (Irene) Marz of Linden, Linda (Dave) Hearsch of Sandusky, Carol Marz of Port Huron and David (Linda) Marz of Indiana, thirteen grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren, one sister; Wilma Hendy of New Baltimore, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Rene Marz. Funeral Mass was held at the St. Michaels Catholic Church, Wilmot with Fr. Andrezej Boroch of Marlette officiating. Burial was in Johnson Cemetery in Snover. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or the American Lung Association. Arrangements made by Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky.

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Jackson Stewart, Infant

Monday, April 20, 2009 8:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jackson Paul Stewart, infant, , passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2009, in Zeeland Community Hospital.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2009 at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland.   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.


 


 

Jacob W. 'Jack' Hautanen

Friday, April 17, 2009 3:29 AM 

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 A. Carman

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 1:52 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

James A. Carman, 88, Coldwater died Friday, April 17, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Coldwater First Presbyterian Church with  Dr. James Troust officiating.  Interment of ashes will be at the First Presbyterian Church Columbarium. James was born Nov. 19, 1920 in Buffalo, N.Y. to Nelson and Caroline (Jopp) Carman. He married Margaret Stimpson on Dec. 7, 1944 in Long Beach, Calif. Mr. Carman graduated from Highland Park High School in 1938 and Michigan State in 1943 with a B.S degree in Chemistry. He then went to Midshipmans School in Chicago, was commissioned Ensign in the Navy, where he spent the next two years in the South Pacific and discharged in 1945 as Lt. jg. After serving in the military, James went to work for Ford Motor Co., as a senior buyer until 1956. He then went to work at Hoover Universal in Ann Arbor as Vice President and General Manager of the Bearing Division, retiring in 1970. James has been in the Branch County area for the past ten years. He was active in many Presbyterian Churches, serving as an elder. Jim was a councilman and former mayor of Mackinaw City, served on the Lower Michigan Library Board and also was chosen as Man of the Year in 1987 by the Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce. . He and his wife, Margaret were avid golfers and traveled extensively in the United States, putting over 100,000 miles on their motor home. Mr. Carman was preceded in death by his son James Carman, Jr. and his daughter Leslie Sue Carman. He is survived by his wife Margaret, his sons Christopher (Evelyn) Carman of Martin and David (Deborah) Carman of Coldwater, grandchildren Christopher, Jonathon, Zachary, Peter, Shane and Olivia Carman and great-grandchildren, Riley Christopher and Addison Hope Carman. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the First Presbyterian Free Health Clinic or the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.


 


 

James Alan Engle

Infant James Alan Engle, of Battle Creek, died Monday, April 20, 2009 at his home in Battle Creek. 


 


 

James L. Jim Gauthier

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James Wheeler June 19, 1941-April 16, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:17 AM 

Burleson, Tx - James "Jim" Robert Wheeler, 67, a pipe fitter for General Motors, died Thursday, April 16, 2009, in Arlington. Formally of Monroe, Michigan.


 


 

Jay H. Stutzman

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 3:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jay H. Stutzman, 64, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sunday, April 19, 2009, at his residence. Visitation will be held 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at Shore Mennonite Church in Shipshewana, Ind. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m.Thursday on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at 10:00 am at Shore Mennonite Church. Burial will be in Shore Cemetery in Shipshewana. Memorials may be given to LaGrange Missionary Church. Arrangements are being handled by Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange.  


 


 

Jeffrey Brian Findley Davison Jeffrey Brian Findley, 38, of Davison, our beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew and friend, passed away suddenly on April 18, 2009 and broke our hearts. Jeff was born December 4, 1970, in Lapeer, the son of Loyal and Penny (Tiffany) Findley. Jeff married Jennifer on May 15, 1999. Jeffrey leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Jennifer; children, Emily, Aaron and Marihya; father, Loyal Findley; siblings, Scott (Brenda) Findley and Lesa (Patrick) Carsten; nephews, Timothy and Matthew; nieces, Jaime, Jessica and Stephanie; many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Penny Findley; grandparents, Leon and Lillian Tiffany; and aunt, Joan Tiffany. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Jeff's family. Visitation for friends and loved ones will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday (April 22, 2009) at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 E. Davison Rd., Davison. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m

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Jeremy Eugene Lawson

Thursday, April 16, 2009 10:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Joan Cecily Hill

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Jodie Lynn Amante

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John Trisler, 59

Monday, April 20, 2009 8:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John Trisler, 59, of Allegan, died Sunday, April 12, 2009, at his home. Visitation is from 5 p.m. Thursday until time of memorial service at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.     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.


 


 

John 'Michael' McGraw

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Johnson, Joyce *

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Johnson, Gayle Dwight

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Joyce B. Johnson

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 1:51 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joyce B. Johnson, 95, of Coldwater died Monday, April 20, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. The memorial service will be held on Friday, April 24, 2009 at 1 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with visitation to be held prior to the service beginning at 11 a.m. Rev. Carl Ballard of the Reformation Lutheran Church will officiate. Interment of ashes will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Joyce was born June 15, 1913 in Belvidere, Nebraska to John Thomas and Sara Jane Louise (Bowen) Brinegar. She married Clarence Johnson on Feb. 14, 1936 in Nebraska. He preceded her in death on March 20, 2008. Joyce earned her Associates Degree from Hebron College in Nebraska, teaching school for two years prior to her marriage to Clarence. She enjoyed being a devoted wife, mother and homemaker. Coming to the Branch County area in 1965, she was an active member of the Reformation Lutheran Church, where she belonged to the Church Ladies Organization. Mrs. Johnson enjoyed knitting, in which she was very gifted. She volunteered her time with many elections and was an avid card player, belonging to many card clubs. Joyce is survived by her sons Jerald (Charlotte) Johnson of Naperville, Ill., Joel (Cheryl) Johnson of Manitou Beach, Jay and (Cindy) Johnson of Coldwater, her daughter Janet (Stan) Geisz of Washington, Ill., her sister Marjorie Mathieson of Tulsa, OKla., seven grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. In addition to her husband Clarence, Joyce was preceded in death by her son Richard Johnson. Memorials may be directed to the Reformation Lutheran Church or to the Maple Lawn Activity Fund. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.


 


 

Joyce D. Derfiny Joyce D. (LeBlanc) Derfiny, 87, of Mesa, Ariz., for 32 years, Chicago-land area, Lincoln Park, Newaygo and Harbor Beach, passed away in Burr Ridge, Ill., on April 13, 2009, where she had been living the past year. She is survived by her sons, Dennis (Patricia), Clarendon Hills, Ill., Daniel (Linda), Cass City and David, Gardena, Calif.; grandchildren, Katherine and Stephen Derfiny, Matthew Derfiny and Michele (Andres) Wells and Aaron (Veronica) Kudlak; great-grandson, Caleb Kudlak and brother, Joseph (Billie) LeBlanc, Foster City, Calif. She was preceded in death by daughter, Patrice (Kirby) Kudlak in 1974; husband, Joseph in 1978 and brother, Bruce (late Thelma) LeBlanc in 1980. Visitation will be held Saturday, April 25, 2009, with service at 11 a.m. at Heartland Memorial Center, 7151 183rd St., Tinley Park, Ill. Memorial mass will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at The Church of the Resurrection, 3201 S. Evergreen Rd., Tempe, Ariz. Inurnment following at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Mesa, Ariz. Memorial may be directed to the American Stroke Association. For information call 708-444-2266.

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Judith VandenHeuvel

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June D. Newberg

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Junior S. Burkhardt

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 2:53 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

“Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you there.” — Isla Paschal Richardson. Mr. Junior Stephen Burkhardt, 78, 3781 Regan Road, Denton, N.C., and formerly of Bronson, Mich., died on Saturday, April 4, 2009, at Lexington Memorial Hospital. Junior was born Feb. 11, 1931, in Marshall, Mich. He resided in Bronson for 54 years. He graduated from Athens High School in 1949. He was a veteran of the Korean War, where he served in the U.S. Army. He retired after 32 years with Consumers Energy. His passion of race cars led him and his son, Mark, to create a family operated business, Burkhardt Racing. Junior was preceded in death by a son, Jeff, and brothers, Nyle and Elwyn. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marlene; a son, Mark and his fiancee, Kathy of Denton; former daughter-in-law Deb Burkhardt of Bronson; grandchildren Kip Burkhardt and his wife Michelle of Coldwater, Jennifer Cox and husband, Darrell of Ridgeway, Va., Austin and Kylee Yerrick of Denton, N.C.; great-grandchildren Ashley, Bailey and Coley Burkhardt, and Danika Cox; many nieces and nephews. Please join family and friends to remember his life at 3 p.m. Sunday in the 4-H cabin at the Branch County 4-H fairgrounds, 251 S. Sprague St., in  Coldwater. There will be no graveside memorial service. Online condolences may be sent to www.briggsfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Junior Stephen Burkhardt

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 1:50 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

“Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you there.” — Isla Paschal Richardson Mr. Junior Stephen Burkhardt, 78, 3781 Regan Rd., Denton, N.C. died on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Lexington Memorial Hospital. Junior was born Feb. 11, 1931 in Marshall. He resided in Bronson for 54 years. He graduated from Athens High School in 1949. He was a veteran of the Korean War, where he served in the U. S. Army. He retired after 32 years with Consumers Energy. His passion for race cars led him and his son Mark to create a family operated business, Burkhardt Racing. Junior was preceded in death by a son, Jeff, and brothers Nyle and Elwyn. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marlene; a son, Mark and his fiancée Kathy of Denton, N.C.; former daughter-in-law Deb Burkhardt of Bronson; grandchildren Kip Burkhardt and his wife Michelle of Coldwater; Jennifer Cox and husband Darrell of Ridgeway, Va.; Austin and Kylee Yerrick of Denton, N.C.; great-grandchildren Ashley, Bailey and Coley Burkhardt, and Danika Cox; many nieces and nephews. Please join family and friends to remember his life at the 4-H Cabin located at 251 S. Sprague St. in Coldwater, MI 49036 on Sunday, April 26, 2009 at 3 p.m. There will not be a graveside memorial to follow. The family requests in lieu of flowers, please send to: 125 Cutter Ave., Coldwater, MI 49036. Online condolences may be sent to www.briggsfuneralhome.com.


 


 

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Friday 3-9 p.m. with Prayers 7 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church (44633 Utica Rd., west of Van Dyke) until Mass at 10 a.m. Donations preferred to the American Diabetes Association. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

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Karen "Daphne" Weiss July 2, 1941-April 16, 2009

Friday, April 17, 2009 11:32 AM 

Karen "Daphne" McManaway was born July 2, 1941 in Monroe. She was the daughter of Harry and Coella (Hopson) McManaway. 


 


 

Keith B. Klopfenstein

Monday, April 20, 2009 1:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Keith B. Klopfenstein, 83, of LaGrange, Ind., died April 16, 2009. The family will receive friends from 11a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdayat the Carney-Frost Funeral Home with a memorial service to follow at 1:30 p.m.   


 


 

Kenneth Huhta

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 3:03 AM 

BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. -- Kenneth Huhta, 80, of Bruce Crossing, died Sunday, April 19, 2009, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital Long-term Care unit. 


 


 

LABADIE RYAN DANIEL

Thursday, 5-8 P.M. Keehn Funeral Home, Brighton (810-229-9871). Funeral services 2:00 P.M. Friday, Brighton Christian Church, with visitation beginning at 1:00 P.M. Instead of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ryan Labadie Memorial Fund, c/o Fifth Third Bank. Online guest book available at


 


 

Lawrence 'Larry' Owens

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 8:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lawrence Eugene “Larry” Owens, of Jonesville, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2009, at the Toledo Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. He was born July 16, 1943, in Addison, the son of Virgil and Ruth (Myers) Owens. He is survived by his wife, Janice (Lennox) Owens, whom he married on Oct. 2, 1965. He is also survived by his parents, Virgil and Ruth Owens of Jonesville; three children, Larry Jr. (Denise) Owens of Jackson, Raquel (Tim) Owens of North Adams and Stephanie Owens of North Adams; four grandsons, Brock, Ridge, Bryce and Nathan; one step grandson, Jonathan; one brother, Gary (Mary Jo) Owens of Hillsdale; one sister, Marietta (Randy) Raber of Tampa, Fla. and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Steven Owens. Larry graduated from North Adams High School and retired from Hillsdale Tool in 2008 after over 37 years of service. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who loved spending time with his family at the campgrounds. He was an avid sports fan who enjoyed football and NASCAR racing and was a former coach for baseball in the North Adams area. He was also a cancer survivor for the Relay for Life. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 22. At his request, cremation will follow the visitation and a private service for the family will be held at a later date. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Relay for Life–BB Creek Team or to a charity of your choice.


 


 

Lee Ann Smith

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Leonard C. Parsons

• Leonard C. Parsons, 94, of Ludington died Monday, April 20. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Leonard J. Peruski 1942-2009 Leonard J. Peruski, 67, Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2009 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. He was born on March 23, 1942 in Ubly, son of Joseph and Sophia (Pokora) Peruski. He married Judith Costello on November 9, 1963 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Leonard served in the U.S. Army and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. He is survived by his wife, Judith Peruski, Bad Axe; son, Brian Peruski, Essexville; two daughters, Sandra (Glenn) Sturm, Grand Blanc and Linda (Chad) Deitering, Lapeer; mother, Sophia Peruski, Ubly; three grandchildren, Lauren Sturm, Grand Blanc and Natalie and Matthew Deitering, Lapeer; two brothers, Glen Peruski, Ubly and Tom (Diane) Peruski, Cass City; four sisters, Bernice (Dwane) Smith, Skidway Lake, Angeline (Dan) Baranski, Owendale, Rose (Norman) Lamere, Deckerville and Susan (Robert) Romain, Palm Harbor, Fla. and a sister-in-law, Marlene Peruski, Minden City. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Peruski and a brother, Eugene Peruski. Services were held on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Fr. Rob Howe, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe.

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Lisa P. Wertenberger June 23, 1969-April 13, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:17 AM 

Lisa P. Wertenberger, 39 yrs, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, died Monday April 13, 2009 at The Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Virginia. 


 


 

Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead 

Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated.


 


 

MAXINE "MICKEY" KELLEY SNOVER Maxine "Mickey" Kelley, age 84, of Snover, died April 12, 2009. She was born July 9, 1924 in Pinconning to Alberta and Goldie Matteson. Mickey married Manley Kelley on January 27, 1962. A homemaker, wife and mother, Maxine also had worked at Wrigley's in Rochester for many years. She enjoyed sewing, gardening and cooking the best food in the world for her family. Maxine is survived by her husband Manley and three children; Richard(Carol) Bearss, Cathy(Dennis) Prowse and Shelly (Frank) Durga, four step-children; Rosemary(Dave) Donaldson, Edward(Carol) Kelley, Harold(Rose) Kelley and Cheryl(Thomas) Hepp, thirteen grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, four sisters; Beverly, Barbara, Jeanette and Marilyn. She was preceded in death by a brother, Earl. Funeral services were held at Faith Baptist Church in Brown City. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements made by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City.

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MELENDEZ LUIS 

"GUITO" E. Created by our Lord Jesus on 2/22/31 Ascended to the Glory of Jesus on 4/17/09. Our Papi entered into the arms of Jesus Christ (John 11: 25-26) at the age of 78, after losing the fight of a long and courageous battle with asbestos (Black Lung). His departure was 1st class, a peaceful landing into heaven; his family could not have prayed for more! His love was always a figure eight (never ending) starting with his love of 55 years, Angela. Growing stronger through the years with his daughters: Marisa Melendez, Maribel (George) Bermudez, Marianela (Ramon) Rodriquez, Marilyn (Pablo) Olivo, Marisol (Joseph) Livingway. Continuing his love through his grandchildren, Timothy, Erika, Jorge (Heather), Edward, Sabrina, William, Cal, Riley, Jonathan, Ethan, Jenna and great grandchild, Serena; 19 brothers and sisters throughout Puerto Rico and residing in Michigan were brothers Antonio (Sara) and Roberto (Carmen), along with numerous nephews and nieces. Even though we will miss you now, we will someday rejoice together again. We love you Papi! Come share with us his life at Voran Funeral Home, 23701 Ford Rd, Dearborn on Tuesday, family 3-4 p.m., friends 4-9 p.m., Wednesday 1-9 p.m., and Funeral on Thursday 10 a.m. at Voran Funeral Home.


 


 

Mae L. Smith 1930-2009 Mae L. Smith, 78, Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2009 at Home Sweet Home, Pigeon. She was born on May 13, 1930 in Harbor Beach, daughter of the late Lowry and Gladys (McGregor) Learman. She married Theodore G. Smith on April 2, 1949 in Ohio. He preceded her in death on September 28, 1993. Mae was a member of the former Colfax United Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing, crafts, cooking and gardening. Mae is survived by two sons, Geri (Marcia) Smith, Bad Axe and Wayne (Maureen) Smith, Saginaw; two daughters, Patricia (Robert) Wangen, DeWitt and Mary Lee (Welton) Dye, Milwaukee, Wis.; one brother, William (Barbara) Learman, Harbor Beach; one sister, Betty Lou Krueger, Harbor Beach; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Mae was preceded in death by one daughter, Christina Helm and one sister, Carol Penney. Services were held on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. Burial was in Colfax Cemetery. Memorials may be offered to the Bad Axe Public Library or Heartland Hospice.

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Marcelle A. Proskie April 21, 2009

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 11:56 AM 

Marcelle A. Proskie, 80, of Monroe died Tuesday at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home.


 


 

Marian L. Einhardt 1924 - 2009 Marian L. Einhardt, 85, Pigeon, passed away Monday, April 13, 2009 at her home. She was born in Kilmanagh on March 3, 1924, the daughter of the late Otto and Elsie (Armbruster) Volz. On April 23, 1944 she was united in marriage to Adolph Einhardt at St. John's Lutheran Church, Kilmanagh. Marian worked for the St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Pigeon for ten years and enjoyed working on the family farm until retirement. She loved playing softball in her younger years, as a pitcher. She enjoyed quilting and made many quilts. She loved and enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren. She was a member of the Ladies Aid at St. John's Lutheran Church and Scenic Golf and Country Club. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Pigeon. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Adolph Einhardt, Pigeon; daughter, Carolyn (Robert) Mohr, Essexville; son, Dale (Barbara) Einhardt, Rochester; five grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her twin sister, Margaret Nieschulz and two brothers, Donald and Walter Volz. Funeral services were held on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Pigeon. Rev. James A. Gorsegner, pastor, officiated. Burial took place in the church cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be given to St. John's Lutheran Church Mission or the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon.

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Marion G. Skeels

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 8:59 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marion G. Skeels, age 89, of Adrian passed away Thursday, April 16, 2009, at University of Toledo Hospital. Marion was born May 14, 1919, in Detroit, the daughter of John and Teresa Cooke.  After graduating from McKenzie High School, she attended Michigan State University where she received a degree in education and home economics. On Oct. 18, 1947, Marion married Donald Skeels in Detroit. Marion and Donald celebrated 61 years of marriage prior to his death in January. Marion taught briefly at Rochester Public Schools. Her life’s work and passion, though, was her family. She was an excellent cook and also known for wonderful cakes, pies and cookies. Marion was a member of First United Methodist Church. She was active in the Adrian Woman’s Club where she served in many administrative positions. Marion was also very artistic and enjoyed painting, sewing and many different types of crafts. Marion is survived by her three sons, Donald (Lorie) Skeels of Stoughton, Wis., Mark (Mary) Skeels of Clayton and Matthew (Kim) Skeels of Traverse City; seven grandchildren, Sam, Ben, Emily, Ethan, Zach, Alison and Leah, and five great-grandchildren, Sophy, Silas, Ayda, Henry and Lyra. Also surviving is her brother, John (Julia) Roberts of Murietta, Calif. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Viola Roberts. The funeral service for Marion will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Chris Brundage officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park. Friends may visit Marion’s family at the funeral home on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. You may send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Marion may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

Mark R. Blackmer

Mark R. Blackmer, aged 45, of Clarksville, passed away April 20, 2009. 


 


 

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Mary E. Leon

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary E. Leon, age 65, of Baroda, formerly of Adrian, passed away April 20, 2009, at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor. She was born July 29, 1943, in Corpus Christi, Texas, the daughter of Jesus and Josephina (Ramirez) Sanchez. On June 26, 1965, she married Pilar “Pete” Leon, Jr. He survives.  Mary was a graduate of Eastern Michigan University receiving a BSN. She worked as a public health nurse for 15 years. Mary loved her family and she was a great dedicated witness and worker for The Lord. In addition to her husband, Pete, she is survived by her two daughters, Kelly (Paul) Kirk and their children, Zachary, Stefanie, Alison and Samantha; and Jennifer (Mark) Broberg and their children, Haillie, Noah, Jonah and Silas; three brothers, Abel Sanchez, Edward Sanchez and Armando Sanchez; three sisters, Irene Gonzalez, Ruth Gomez and Josephina Alvardo. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesus and Josephina Sanchez; two brothers, Alfonso Sanchez and Jesse Sanchez, Jr., and one sister, Mary Louise Gonzalez. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Mike Schoeplein of Road to Life Church in St. Joseph, officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will from  5 to 7 p.m. Thursday and on Friday from noon until the time of service at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Mary M. Hess

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary M. Hess passed away peacefully in California on April 1, 2009. She was a child of God. Mrs. Hess was born in Adrian, Mich., on July 10, 1916. She is survived by daughter Marianne Rinella in California; son Bob in New Jersey; four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; brother Bob Morse in Michigan; brother-in-law Carl Nelson in Adrian, and five nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roman, and sisters Virginia Andreychuk and Dorothy Nelson. Mary graduated from Siena Heights College and was employed by the University of Michigan before being named City Treasurer of Adrian. After her retirement as treasurer of Lenawee Country Club, Mary moved to Midland, Mich., before settling in California where she enjoyed spending time with her family and singing in her church choir. Memorial services will be held in California and in Adrian, where she will be interred in Oakwood Cemetery on June 5.


 


 

Mary Sarna 

Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly.


 


 

Maxine M. Musselman

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 1:50 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Maxine M. Musselman, 79, of Union City, passed away April 11, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. She was born Aug. 3, 1929 in Union City to Leslie and Carrie May (Maynard) Cuyler. She married Darwin Musselman March 20, 1948 . He preceded her in death on March 11, 2006. She graduated from Union City High School in 1947. Maxine had worked at the following businesses; Griswolds, Hangerveyer and the laundromat. She played Bunco, softball and played in the band in high school and she loved to bowl. She is survived by a daughter; Cathy (Jay) Kiser of Bronson, two sons; Dennis (Tina) Musselman and Scott (Mary) Musselman, both of Union City, six grandchildren, five great grandchildren and a sister; Donnabell Batterson of Sturgis. She was preceded in death by her husband, three brothers; Leo, Lloyd and Kennard Cuyler, and a sister; Wilma. A graveside service is scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Riverside Cemetery in Union City. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, Union City, (517) 741-9333.


 


 

Maxine Tromp, 86

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 5:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Maxine E. Tromp, 86 of Fennville, died Sunday, April 5, 2009 at the Grace of Douglas. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 25, 2009, at the Community Church Douglas, with Dr. Daniel N. Miller officiating.  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.


 


 

Merrill Jacob Hakala

Friday, April 17, 2009 3:30 AM 

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 L. Davis

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 3:40 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Michael L. Davis, age 53, of Defiance, Ohio died Sunday, April 19, 2009, at the Henry County Hospital, Napoleon, Ohio. Michael was born Aug. 8, 1955, in Sturgis, Mich., to Kenneth Davis and Alice Stuck. He was a 1973 graduate of Centreville High School. Michael was a resident of Defiance, and worked for 20 years at Campbell’s Soup in Napoleon. He enjoyed eating out with friends at Kissner’s, his Mustang and his cat, Bubba. Michael is survived by his companion and soulmate, Michelle Perez of Defiance; two daughters, Melina Davis of Defiance, Michelle LaPlanet of Three Rivers; one son, Danny Davis of Constantine; father, Kenneth (Becky) Davis of Sturgis; mother, Alice Schappert of Defiance; ex-wife Tammy Carrol Davis of Defiance; two brothers, Larry Davis of Sturgis, Marty Schappert of Defiance; one sister, Lisa Davis of Howe, Ind., and two grandchildren. Michael was preceded in death by his grandparents Clifford and Helen Davis; stepfather, Bud Schappert; and cousins, Kevin and David Davis. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home, 529 Jefferson Ave., Defiance, Ohio. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.mastmockhoffman.com.  


 


 

Mildred Williams Sept. 24, 1929-April 3, 2009

Friday, April 17, 2009 11:32 AM 

Mildred Williams, age 79, formerly of Monroe, Mich., passed away on Friday, April 3, 2009 at her daughter's home in Bullhead City. 


 


 

Musselman, Maxine M. *

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Myers, Diane Lynn

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NARDONE PALMA 

at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.) 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd. Wednesday 3-9pm. Rosary at 7:00pm. In state Thursday 9:30am at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church 280 E. Square Lake Rd. (Bet. Rochester and Livernois) until time of Mass at 10:00am. Entombment Mt. Olivet. Tributes to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society are welcome. Member Troy Senior Citizens. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

Nora C. Essenmacher 1904-2009 Nora C. Essenmacher, 105, Harbor Beach and formerly of Ruth, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at Lakeview Extended Care Facility, Harbor Beach. She was born February 23, 1904 in Ruth to the late Joseph and Bernadina (Bischer) Wipping. She married Norman Essenmacher on November 16, 1926 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ruth. He preceded her in death on December 21, 1991. Nora attended the Sts. Peter & Paul Elementary School. She farmed with her husband. She was a lifelong parishioner at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ruth and a lifelong member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Christian Mothers. She truly enjoyed quilting. Nora is survived by one son, Clifford "Ford" (June) Essenmacher, Elyria, Ohio; one daughter, Betty Siemen, Harbor Beach; 13 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; 12 step-great-grandchildren; 19 step-great-great grandchildren and one sister, Sr. Robert Mary Wipping, R.S.M., Farmington Hills. Nora was preceded in death by four sisters, Agnes Rees, Martha Weber, Josephine Gentner and Irene Gentner; one brother, Robert Wipping. Funeral mass was held Saturday, April 18, 2009 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ruth with Rev. Robert Pare officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Lakeview Extended Care Facility. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly.

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Norma E. Hartman

Saturday, April 18, 2009 12:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Norma E. Hartman, 85, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2009 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor.  She was born Feb. 11, 1924 in Belmore, Ohio to John and Elizabeth (Myers) Todd.  She was married May 3, 1947, to William “Bill” Hartman and he survives. Norma was a 1942 graduate of Leipsic High School in Ohio and worked for Hillsdale Screen Door Company from 1942 to 1952. Survivng besides her husband, Bill, are a son, Terry Hartman of Hillsdale; a sister, Doris Flickinger of Jonesville; a brother Bill (Hazel) Todd of McComb, Ohio; and many nieces and and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Linda in 1978; two sisters; and two brothers. Funeral services for Norma E. Hartman will be 11 a.m. Monday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Bob Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the American Cancer Society or the Asthma Association.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit ww.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

OWENS SHAWN 

at Vermeulen Funeral Home 980 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland (btwn Ford and Cherry Hill), on Thursday 5-9:00 PM. In state 9:30 AM with a Funeral Mass at Holy Trinity Church 511 West Forest Avenue, Ypsilanti on Friday at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family fund. To share a memory with the family, please visit www.vermeulenfuneralhome.com


 


 

PALAZZOLA JOHN 

Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic (13½ Mile) Warren. Vigil service 7 pm. Mass Thursday 11 a.m. at St. Mark Catholic Church, 4401 Bart Ave., Warren. In state 10:30 a.m. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery.


 


 

PALIGA LOIS 

Thursday, from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. 


 


 

PANEK AGNES MARIE A 

Wednesday 3-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-9 p.m. at Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 12 Mile Road (2 blocks West of Woodward) Berkley. Rosary Service Thursday 7:00 p.m. In state Friday 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Dennis Catholic Church, 2200 E. 12 Mile Road (at Stephenson) Royal Oak. Share your memories at


 


 

PERUSKI PAULINE M 

Thursday April 23, 2009 from 2-9 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel of Voran Funeral Home, 5900 Allen Rd. (313) 928-2300. Rosary Thursday 7:15 p.m. Funeral Friday in state 9:30 a.m. with a 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery . Visit our online guestbook and share memories at www.voranfuneralhome.com


 


 

PUMA JOSEPHINE 

Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Pkwy (16 Mile Rd.) Prayers 6 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Thursday, in state 9 a.m. at St. Ephrem, 38900 Dodge Park at 17 Mile Rd., until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

Preston Overway, 79

Sunday, April 19, 2009 4:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Preston Overway, age 79, of Holland, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2009 at his home in the Villa Maria Retirement Community.   Funeral services will be 10:30AM Wednesday, April 22, 2009 in the Worship Center (Entrance A) at Central Wesleyan Church 446 West 40th Street in Holland.  Dr. Paul Hontz will be officiating.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Tuesday 5-8PM 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.


 


 

Price, Barbara Jean

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ROUVALIS CHRIS J SR 

Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Prayer Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd). Funeral Saturday, in state 9 a.m. at St. John Greek Orthodox Church, 11455 Metro Parkway (west of Dodge Park) until time of Liturgy 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Chris' honor would be appreciated to the American Cancer Society or to Beaumont Hospice. Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

RUBENSTEIN LEON JULIUS 

Beloved husband of Shirley Rubenstein. Devoted father of Dianne (Stanley) Michalik, Janice (Edward) Baumstark, David Rubenstein and Joanne (Brad) Walsh. Loving grandfather of Ryan and Scott Michalik, Jodi Baumstark, Lara Rubenstein, Kelly and Collin Walsh. Dear brother of the late Morton Rubenstein. Brother-in-law of Doris and Marshall Wallace. Services 12 noon Thursday at the Davidson/Hermelin Chapel at Clover Hill Park Cemetery. Arrangements by The Ira Kaufman Chapel, 248-569-0020.


 


 

Randolph Pickens, 56

Saturday, April 18, 2009 6:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Randolph Wendell Pickens, 56, of Holland, died Tuesday April 14, 2009, at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus.  Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at Harvestime Fellowship Church, 1055 136th Ave., Holland. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.    


 


 

Rebecca Forsten, 78

Saturday, April 18, 2009 6:19 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Rebecca Forsten, 78, of Holland, died Friday, April 17, 2009, at the Holland Hospital. Funeral service will be 6 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2009, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. in Holland. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home prior to the service.   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.


 


 

Richard A. Megarah

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Richard A. Megarah, age 80, of Lansing died Saturday, April 18, 2009, at his home. He was born Dec. 27, 1928, to Arthur and Grace (Lockwood) Megarah. On Sept. 10, 1955, he married Marilyn Cote in Angola, Ind. Richard is survived by his wife, Marilyn, three daughters, Cynthia (Clare) Ruff of Perrinton, Mich., Cheryl (Tom) Johnston of Ionia and Brenda (Mark) Sherman of Elsie, Mich.; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and a brother-in-law. Cremation has taken place. Military graveside services for Richard will be held on Friday, April 24, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Portland City Cemetery conducted by the Portland V.F.W.  You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Ionia/Ingham County Hospice. Arrangements by the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Richard L. Bentley

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Richard P. Goniwiecha 1924-2009 Richard P. Goniwiecha, 85, Harbor Beach, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at his home under hospice care. He was born on January 21, 1924 in Detroit to the late John and Catherine (Pyrek) Goniwiecha. He and Jeanette Susalla were united in marriage on October 12, 1946 in Parisville. She preceded him in death on December 18, 2006. Richard was a retired Sigel Township farmer. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Parisville. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a life member of the V.F.W. Post #5740 of Parisville where he belonged for nearly 63 years. Richard is survived by his children, Tom (Nancy) Goniwiecha, Harbor Beach, Ann (Albert) Depcinski, Cass City, Patti O'Neil, Harbor Beach and Michael Goniwiecha, Bad Axe; eight grandchildren, Dan, Randy (Katie) and Scott (Aimee) Goniwiecha, Andy, Steven and Heather Depcinski and Shawn and Megan O'Neil; two great-grandchildren, Nathan Goniwiecha and Mya Goniwiecha; one brother, Ray Goniwiecha, Ruth and one foster son, Bob Barrie. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 in St. Mary's Catholic Church, Parisville with Fr. Peter Nwokoye officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery with Military Honors by the V.F.W. Post #5740 of Parisville. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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Robert E. Sikora April 18, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 11:55 PM 

Robert E. Sikora, 80, of Monroe died at 1:50 p.m. Saturday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. 


 


 

Robert Klocke

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 8:57 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Klocke, age 82, of Adrian died Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at CareLink of Jackson. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Roger W. Boots

Monday, April 20, 2009 1:39 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Roger W. Boots, 70, of Wolcottville, Ind., died April 19, 2009, at his residence. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Stroh Church of Christ. Burial will take place in Woodruff Cemetery, Wolcottville, Ind. Visitation is from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church.  


 


 

Ronald "Pete" Olson

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Ronald D. Fish

Monday, April 20, 2009 12:54 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ronald D. Fish, 54, of Riverside California and formerly of Jonesville passed away Saturday, April 11, 2009, at Riverside Community Hospital in Riverside, Calif. He was born in Hillsdale on Feb. 20, 1955, to John B. and E. Joan (Michaels) Fish, he survives in Jonesville. He was married to Paula Fish and she survives. Ronald resided in Jonesville until 1980 before moving to Riverside. Surviving besides his father John and his wife, Paula, are two daughters, Contessa (Lonnie) Jones of Fontana, Calif., and Jeanette Fish of Victorville, Calif.; a stepson, Brian Beulin of Utah; sisters Janine A. (Harley) Wilson of Waldron and Paula Fish of Hillsdale; a brother, John Michael (Mayme) Fish of Jonesville; and eight grandchildren. Ronald is preceded in death by his mother and a brother, Bradford. Memorial services for Ronald Fish will be 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with the Rev. Gary Oliver officiating. Private interment will take place at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation from 3 p.m. Wednesday until time of service at 4 p.m., at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the charity of donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Ronald H. Wood

Thursday, April 16, 2009 10:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

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.


 


 

Ruby J. Hensley Aug. 25, 1924-April 19, 2009

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 12:29 PM 

Ruby J. Hensley, 84, of Cumberland Gap, Tenn., formerly of Monroe, died at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Claiborne County Hospital, Tazewell, Tenn. 


 


 

Ruth (Wilson) Lynch Jan. 31, 1921-April 16, 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009 2:17 AM 

Ruth J. (Wilson) Lynch, age 88, of Monroe, MI passed away Thursday, April 16, 2009 at Aspen Grove Assisted Living Center in Lambertville, MI.


 


 

SINACOLA GEORGE J 

Thursday 2-9 pm with a 7:00 pm K of C Rosary at the Wasik Funeral Home, 49150 Schoenherr Rd., (N. of 22 Mile Rd.), Shelby Township. In state Friday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church, 48115 Schoenherr Rd. (N. of 21 Mile Rd.), Shelby Township. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the family. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at


 


 

SONKIN WAYNE ERIC 

Beloved father of Benjamin and Eli Sonkin. Devoted son of the late Shirley and the late Seymour Sonkin. Dear brother of Tina (Pat) Herron and Jodi Shpargel. Proud uncle of Chelsea Herron, Elizabeth and Daniel Herron and Seth Shpargel. Cherished nephew of Harriet (the late Dr. Martin) Selik and the late Dr. Sheldon (Sydelle) Sonkin. Also survived by other loving relatives and friends. Graveside services 2pm Wednesday afternoon at Machpelah Cemetery. Arrangements with the Ira Kaufman Chapel, 248-569-0020.


 


 

SUSAN M. LILLEY HOLT Susan M. Lilley, age 93, former lifelong Marlette resident, died Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at Courts of Holt Nursing Home in Holt, Michigan. She was born January 13, 1916 in Curtisville, Michigan the daughter of Wesley and Bessie (Curley) Redmond. She was a graduate of Curtisville High School. Susan married Donald Lilley on June 4, 1938 in Curtisville, Michigan, he died on December 22, 1996. She was a member of the Marlette Second Presbyterian Church, Marlette Hospital Auxiliary and the Michigan Farm Bureau. She is survived by two daughters; Brenda (Robert) Kennedy of Okemos,Margaret (Jesse) Wright of Ohio, one daughter-in-law; Wilma (John) Harrison of Howell, one son-in-law; Leonard (Karen) Atkins of California, one brother; Rev. Lewis Redmond of California, seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Besides her husband and parents she was preceded in death by a son, Robert Lilley, a daughter, Barbara Atkins, brothers; Alvin, Clare, Walter, Roy and Bill. Visitation will be held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette on Wednesday from 11:00 - 1:30 PM Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 1:30 P.M. at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette with Pastor Chris Wolf officiating. Burial will be in the Marlette Cemetery in Marlette. Casketbearers - Jason Wright, Jonathon Wright, David Atkins, Jeffrey Kennedy, Jeffrey Grinn and Tyler Grinn. Memorial suggestions to the Marlette Second Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, www.marshfuneral.com

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Sylvia J. Mattson

Monday, April 20, 2009 2:44 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Sylvia J. Mattson of Hurley died on Saturday, April 18, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. 


 


 

TEN EYCK KEN 

at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd., Wednesday 2-9 p.m. In state Thursday 10:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 47120 Romeo Plank & 21 Mile Rd. until time of Service at 10:30 a.m. Burial Glen Eden East. Tributes to the Ten Eyck Family College Fund are welcome. Mr. Ten Eyck was Partner and Plant Manager for Industrial Metal Fabricators, L.L.C. A division of Air Systems, Inc. . Share Memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at


 


 

THERESA E. SYSOL/MALBURG CARSONVILLE/SANDUSKY Theresa E. Sysol/Malburg, age 81, a seven year resident of the Carson ville/Sandusky, previously a seventeen year resident of Imlay City, and formerly a longtime resident of Almont, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the Sanilac County Medical Care Facility. Theresa was born October 15, 1927 in Dixon City, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Alfonse and Mary Ann (Barszcz) Kazmierski. Theresa graduated from Dickson City High School, Pennsylvania in 1945. She married Thaddeus Sysol in 1950 and he preceded her in death in 1970 and then married Leonard Malburg in 1978 and he preceded her in death also in 1984. Theresa retired from Ligon Bros. Manufacturing and had previously worked with Jean Gerlach at their G & S Sewing Center in Almont. She was a longtime member of St John Catholic Church in Allenton, enjoyed sewing for her family & friends, helped with the K Of C Bingo games in Imlay City and bowled as often as she could. Theresa is survived by her children; Veronica Tharp of Indianapolis, Indiana, Thaddeus and Charles Sysol of Almont, Monica (Gary) Schultz of Carsonville, Theresa Sysol of Newberry, Michigan and Sharon (Robert) Williams of Grand Rapids. Her grandchildren include; Elizabeth (Scott) Ryan, Thomas (Brandie) Schultz, Jessica (Robert) Gann, Michelle & Melissa Schultz, Melanie, Natalie and Noah Williams, great grandchildren include; Kiely Thomas, Robert Jr., Delaney Gann and Thomas, Tyler, Kaelyn Schultz. Siblings include; Pearl Fuchs (New Jersey), Stelle Cielski, Irene Snead of Boaz, Alabama, John Kazmierski of Pennsylvania and Mary Dalmas of Pennsylvania. Preceded by her daughter Christine in 1987 along with brothers; Joseph, Stanley, Chester, Edward & Alfonse Kazmierski. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. John Catholic Church in Allenton with burial to follow at the West Berlin Cemetery. Arrangements made by Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home, Romeo, Michigan. (586)752-2000

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THOMAS JOAN 

Age 72 of Rochester Hills, April 20, 2009; after a long illness. Loving wife of Bob for 52 years. Dear mother of Linda (Michael) Simlar, Robert Thomas, and Steven (Heather) Thomas. Grandmother of Matthew and Amanda Thomas, Paul, Michael and Joan Simlar, and Tristan, and Michael Thomas. Great grandmother of Justin Thomas. Sister of Paul Mullins, John Mullins and the late Peggy Hollingsworth. The family will receive friends at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd. Rochester Wednesday 4-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-8 p.m. Funeral services will be at the funeral home on Friday April 24, 2009 11 a.m. Entombment Guardian Angel Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to the Lung Association or Michigan Humane Society. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com, 1 guest book message


 


 

THURSAM SARAH 

Wednesday 3-9 p.m. at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Ave., at Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods. Scripture Service 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass Thursday 10 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, 20955 Bournemouth, Harper Woods.


 


 

Terry F. Hoag

Saturday, April 18, 2009 12:31 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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 at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 18 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. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605


 


 

Thelma L. Williams

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thelma L. Williams, age 85, of Cement City passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at Provincial House in Adrian. She was born on April 23, 1923, at Manitou Beach, to John E. and Wilena (Martin) Adams. She married Harold L. Williams on Jan. 21, 1943, in Brooklyn, Mich., and he survives. Thelma lived her early life in Alpena, Mich., then in Jackson. She then lived in the Cement City area for many years. She graduated from Cement City High School in 1941. Thelma was employed at the former Woolworth Department Store in Jackson for five years.  She was part owner of Paradise Campground in Cement City. She wintered in Haines City, Fla., for many years. Surviving besides her husband, Harold, are two sons, Terry (Linda) Williams of Clark Lake, Rick (Patti) Williams of Cement City; two daughters, Deborah (Jerry) Lowe of Manitou Beach, Karen (John) Devine of Cement City; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, two step­grand­- children, two stepgreat-grandchildren;, Thelma’s care giver, Becky Metcalf of Morenci; several nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Virginia. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Drew Woods officiating. Burial will take place in Cement City Cemetery. The visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 on Thursday. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

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Todd A. Lung

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 3:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Todd Anthony Lung, 34, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away unexpectedly early Monday morning, April 20, 2009, at his home. He was born Sept. 3, 1974, in Sturgis, a son to Jack A. and Joan (Krontz) Lung. Todd was a lifelong resident of Burr Oak and graduated from Burr Oak High School with the class of 1992. He was a diesel mechanic by trade. For the past four years he had been employed by G. Diamond Transport in Elkhart, Ind. Prior to joining G. Diamond he had worked for Kopf Trucking in Goshen, Ind., and his working life began with Hemels Chevrolet in Colon. Todd always enjoyed tinkering and working on cars and trucks, especially four-wheel-drive vehicles. He loved camping and climbing the dunes at Silver Lake Dunes in Michigan. He is survived by his mother, Joan Lung of Burr Oak; a brother, Jamie Lung of Burr Oak; a nephew, Shane Lung of Burr Oak; grandparents, Pat and Laura Krontz of Burr Oak; two important children in Todd’s life, Chase and Paije Harvey, both of Union City;  and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father; a nephew, Michael Lung; and grandparents, Delois and Betty Lung. In accordance with Todd’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A gathering of friends and family will be held at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel of Sturgis is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the family, c/o Joan Lung, 122 Riverside Road, Burr Oak, MI 49030. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

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A graveside service for KAYE R. VOICE will be held Thursday, April 23, at 1 p.m., at the Leelanau County Cemetery.He is survived by his wife, Betty Voice; and his children, David, Bill and Becky Voice.


 


 

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Vern L. Thrams

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 3:39 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Vern L. Thrams, age 80, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2009, at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Zephyrhills, Fla. Vern was born Nov. 25, 1928, in Colon, Mich., He was married in June 1952, to Joan Moser and they made their home in Sturgis, where Vern was a tool and die maker for Sutton Tool Inc., retiring in 1994. Vern enjoyed hunting, fishing and golf. He became an avid bowler, joining several different leagues and traveling to many tournaments. Other hobbies included playing cards, attending the county fair and listening to music. An active member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Sturgis and later Our Savior Lutheran, Zephyrhills, Vern served as usher, teller and elder for many years. He also served on many boards and committees. Vern’s family and friends will remember him as caring and loving. He made everyone feel special by sending personal cards. Holidays were something special, including many family members and friends. His sons and grandchildren, nephews and nieces all knew they were loved and were important to him. Vern is survived by his companion of several years, Ms. Glea Anthonissen; two sons, Terry Thrams and Tim (Kim) Thrams; four grandchildren, Natalie (Bill) Mahr, Crystal Thrams, Dalton Thrams and Kayde Thrams; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service for Vern Thrams will be held at 11 a.m. June 27 at Southside Cemetery in Colon,  followed by a luncheon and fellowship at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 484 Burr Oak Road, Colon. The Rev. Calvin J. Kolzow, II will officiate this celebration of Vern’s life with his family and friends.  


 


 

Vito M. "Bill" Giarmo April 21, 2009

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 11:57 AM 

Vito M. "Bill" Giarmo, 76, of Monroe died Tuesday in his home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. 


 


 

WELLS RICHARD G 

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WHEELER CLARENCE HOWARD 

Thursday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). In state Friday 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. time of service at Shelby Bible Church, 47905 Hayes (N. of 21 Mile Rd.). Interment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Memorials to Shelby Bible Church appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com


 


 

WRIGHT PATRICK C 

Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Prayer Service at Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile Road (between Middlebelt and Merriman). www.neely-turowski.com.


 


 

Wayne K. Reinke 1953-2009 Wayne K. Reinke, 56, Flint, formerly Lewisville passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2009 at Genesys Health Park in Grand Blanc following a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born on January 2, 1953 in Fort Hood, Texas, son of the late Ernest and Shirley (Guigar) Reinke. He married Nancy Perdue on April 21, 1979 in Redman. Wayne served in the U.S. Air Force and was a member of the UAW Local 598 GM Truck & Bus. He retired in October of 2008. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Reinke, Flint; son, Shane Reinke, Flint; daughter, Shannon (Wesley) Smith, Fenton; a granddaughter, Abbey Smith, Fenton; brother, Alan (Lisa) Reinke, Washington, Ind.; two sisters, Patricia (John) Prill, Bad Axe and Pamela (Jerry) Prange, Ubly; brothers and sisters-in-law, Dave (Gloria) Schmaltz, Port Hope, Ron (Doris) Smith, Port Hope, Bob (Sharon) Perdue, Sterling Heights, Ernie (Debbie) Perdue, Burton, Al (Janis) Pleiness, Port Hope, Janice Perdue, Port Hope and Bill (Ellen) Perdue, Owendale; special dear niece and nephew, John and Stephanie Bauer and their daughter, Payton, Bay City; nephew, Jason Prange, Gulliver; niece, Staci Prange and friend Jake Dyhse, Kinde and two godchildren, Erica and Jessica Reinke, Washington, Ind. He was preceded in death by a sister, Tina Smith and a sister-in-law, Patricia Braun. A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Memorials may be offered to the Reinke Family Memorial Fund. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe.

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William E. Speer Aug. 17, 1945-April 19, 2009

Tuesday, April 21, 2009 12:29 PM 

Speer, William E., Milan, MI, age 63, died April 19, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. 


 


 

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