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Alfred F. Guertler, 59, of Union City passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. He was born Sept. 8, 1949 in Miesbach, Germany to Rupert and Ottilie (Rapp) Guertler. He married Janice Maggart on Sept. 27, 1969 in Tekonsha. He had lived in the Union City area all of his life, graduating from Athens High School in 1967. He has owned and operated Union Station in Union City for 10 years and has worked at H. C. Starck in Coldwater for 26 years. Alfred is survived by his wife; Janice, three daughters; Carrie and Jeff Gorton of Hudson, Stacy and Scot Needham of Concord, Rhonda and Geno Burk of Union City, his mother; Ottie Guertler of Battle Creek, one brother; Rupert Guertler of Battle Creek, three sisters; Anna and Jerry Johnson of Burlington, Tillie Camp and Steve Weller of Bronson, Monica and Larry Jolly of Flatrock, nine grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Rupert Guertler, a son; Buddy and grandmother, Katherine Wurm. He was a volunteer fireman, a former zoning inspector, police reserve and a member of the Coldwater Eagles. He enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, May 22, 2009 from 4-8 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Union City. Services will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 11 a.m. with one hour of visitation prior to the service at the Putnam Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, Union City, (517) 741-9333. |
Angela Kay Rummer, age 43, of Beaverton, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, May 3, 2009 at her home. |
Betty Hawley Lapeer/Flint Betty Hawley, 77, of Lapeer/Flint, passed away Saturday (May 16, 2009). She was born September 23, 1931, in Alpena, to Earl and Viola (Wilder) Hawley. Betty lived at Nandi Hills Group Home in Flint. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Viola Hawley; 2 brothers. Funeral services were held Wednesday (May 20, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Rev. Peter DeKlerk officiated. Burial was in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lapeer. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111. |
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Beverly Ann Hartwig Hadley Beverly Ann Hartwig, 75, a longtime resident of Hadley, passed away Thursday (May 14, 2009). She was born May 30, 1933, in Davison, to Preston and Eva (Jagow) Potter. She married Gene Hartwig on November 29, 1952 in Davison. Beverly was a member of Hadley Community Church, where she served as church treasurer. She was, at one time, a bank teller. Beverly loved to play piano and organ, having visitors and entertaining. Above all else, she loved her family. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Kathy (Barry) Pleiness of Scottville, Barb Hartwig of Africa and Hadley, Robert (Tamra) Hartwig of Hadley, Ken (Lindy) Hartwig of Ortonville; grandchildren, Chad Pleiness, Misty Pleiness, Mike (Katherine) Hartwig, Kyle Hartwig, Rachel Hartwig, Tyler Hartwig and Briana Hartwig; sister, Lucy (Bud) Brushaber of Florida; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Hartwig; brothers, Edward Potter and P |
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CLARA M. VINCENT MARLETTE Clara M. Vincent, age 73, of Marlette, died peacefully at her home Thursday, May 14, 2009. She was born November 28, 1935 in Bay Port, Michigan, daughter to the late John & Garnett (Barr) Wisenbaugh. She married Ronald G. Vincent Sr. on January 2, 1953 in Armada, Michigan. She worked many years as a cook for the former Ruth's Restaurant in Marlette. Clara enjoyed playing Bingo, Quilting, Embroidering and most of all, her family. She is survived by her husband, Ronald Sr. of Marlette, three daughters; Rhonda & Dale Kaake of Cass City, Michigan, Pamela King of Marlette, Michelle & Vernon Clapsaddle of Marlette, one son; Ronald Jr. (Pamela) Vincent of Gagetown, Michigan, one brother; Floyd Wisenbaugh of Owosso, Michigan eighteen grandchildren and thirty great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, several brothers & sisters and one granddaughter, Christie. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette with Pastor DonaldBroughton officiating. Burial was in the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be donated to United Hospice Service or the family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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CLARENCE S. RADER APPLEGATE Clarence S. Rader, age 70, a resident of Applegate passed away on Friday, May 15, 2009 at the Sanilac Medical Care Facility in Sandusky. He was born on October 22, 1938 in Carsonville, a son of the late Willard and Emilie (Schroeder) Rader. Clarence worked at Stokely-Van Camp in Croswell for many years. He enjoyed his John Deere tractor and was an avid collector of model John Deere tractors. Clarence also loved horses. He is survived by one sister; Louise Paterson, one brother; Cliff Rader both of Deckerville, several nieces, nephews, many great nieces, great nephews and many many great-great nieces and nephews. Clarence was preceded in death by four brothers; Louis, Charles, Robert and Carl and one sister, Ruth McComb. Funeral services were held at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Carsonville with Pastor David Barnes of the Carsonville Assembly of God Church officiating. Interment was followed in the Washington Cemetery. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Carsonville. |
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Carleton D. Bibbins, 74, passed away May 20, 2009, at home. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Charles F. ‘Chuck’ Norris of North Adams passed away Saturday, May 16, 2009 at the “Mac” McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility in Hillsdale. He was born June 24, 1938 in North Adams the son of Robert and Gladys (Leonard) Norris. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Bonnie (Bonsteel) Norris whom he married on Oct. 9, 1965. He is also survived by one son, Scott (Vicki) Norris of Saginaw; two grandchildren, Dalton and Dylan Norris; one brother, Larry (Cindy) Norris of Danville, Va.; two sisters, Sally (Tom) Andrews of Reading, and Amy (Daniel) Moore of Oviedo, Fla; one sister-in-law, Marilee Norris of Tecumseh; mother-in-law, Dorothy Bonsteel of North Adams; step-mother, Norma Norris of Hillsdale; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, William Norris. Chuck served his country in the United States Marine Reserve. He worked for the State of Michigan Department of Corrections in Jackson for 30 years and retired in June of 1997. He also enjoyed farming and gardening and spending time outdoors. At his request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Charles F. “Chuck” Norris will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the North Adams United Methodist Church or to the North Adams Fire Department. |
Cindy K. Bushman Davison Cindy K. Bushman, 50, of Davison (formerly of Lapeer) passed away Tuesday (May 12, 2009). She was born June 26, 1958, in Flint, to Martin and Kathleen (Studebaker) Bushman. Ms. Bushman was a painter for General Motors. She is survived by her son, Zachary Bushman of Davison; mother, Kathleen Bushman of Lapeer; grandmothers, Nancy Bushman of Lake Orion, Lorraine "Pete" Studebaker of Clarkston; brother, Martin "Jim" (Kim) Bushman of Wisconsin; nephews, Scott and Adam; many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Martin Bushman in 2006; sister, Stephanie Bushman in 1997; grandfathers, Martin Bushman and Enoch Studebaker. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. A memorial gathering took place Sunday (May 17, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. A memorial service was held Monday (May 18, 2009) at the funeral home. John, Rick and Rob Studebaker officiated. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home |
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Dale Brown Imlay City Dale Brown, 52, of Imlay City, passed away Tuesday (May 19, 2009) at his parents' home. Dale Fredrick Brown was born May 8, 1957, in Imlay City, the son of Farris and Lourene Brown. He grew up and spent all of his life in Imlay City. Dale was a graduate of Imlay City High School. He had been employed with GM for many years. He is survived by his daughter, April Brown of Almont; sons, Jason Brown of Romeo and Adam Brown of Texas; grandson, Brice Brown of Texas; parents, Farris and Lourene Brown of Imlay City; sister, Deborah Springer of St. Louis, Mo.; brothers, David (Shelly) Brown of Blanchard and Daniel (Sue) Brown of Attica. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday (May 22, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Imlay City. Pastor Henry Brinker, pastor of Imlay City First United Congregation Church will officiate. Burial will follow at Imlay Township Cemetery. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Imlay City, (810)724-8285. |
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David Dillon, 89, of Germantown Plantation, Germantown, Tenn., and formerly of Sturgis, Mich., entered the presence of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 16, 2009, after  a short illness.  A memorial service was held in his honor at his residence. David was born on April 20, 1920, in Newton, N.J., a son of Edward and Lilly Dillon.  He grew up in Sturgis, graduating in 1938 from Sturgis High School, where he was a three-sport star in football, basketball and baseball.  After graduating from the University of Illinois in 1942, where he again lettered in three sports, he served in the Army Air Force during World War II, receiving an honorable discharge in 1946.   After a short time in Coldwater, he returned to Sturgis, where he served as a biology teacher and coach for the next 27 years before concluding his career at Worthington Christian High School in Columbus, Ohio.  His  38-year career  culminated with his induction into the Michigan and Ohio High School Coaches Association Halls of Fame, recognizing a basketball career in which he recorded 454 victories. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and love of his life, Mary Marie (Freeland), to whom he was married for 67 years, and with whom he founded the Bair Lake Bible Camp in Jones, a Christian camp attended by more than 300,000 young people over the past 51 years. He is also survived by  five adoring children, Thomas (Michele) of Columbus, Ohio; Jack of Fort Wayne, Ind., Sandy Shook (Ray) of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Marty Hogue (David) of Memphis, Tenn., and Robyn Hughes (Dave) of Geismar, La.; 14 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Weiderman, and his brother, Edward (Elizabeth) of Sturgis. He was preceded in death by his brothers, James and Adolph.    His life was clearly known by his dedication and service to Jesus Christ as reflected by his work at the Sturgis Bible Chapel, First Baptist Church (Troy, Ohio) and Grace Chapel  (St. Petersburg, Fla.).   Memorial contributions may be made to Bair Lake Bible Camp, 12500 Prang Street, Jones, MI 49061 |
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ROCKFORD, Ill. -- Dolly Ruth Carlson, 91, of Rockford, went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2009, at River Bluff Nursing Home. |
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Donald “Don” Edward Sears was born September 6, 1936, to George Earl and Beatrice “Bea” (Ward) Sears in Henry County, Ind. He attended several years of school in Mooreland, and Blountsville, Ind. On Feb. 23, 1957, he married Norma Ross who she survives. The couple made their home in Winchester, Ind. where Don retired from Anchor Hocking after 39 years as a machine repairman at the age of 55. After retirement, the couple moved to Coldwater, where Don enjoyed fishing on Coldwater Lake for many years. Don died Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at Battle Creek, Michigan Hospital at the age of 72 years, after a long illness. Don was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Fredrick “Fred” Sears and Robert “Bob” Sears. He is survived by his wife Norma, son James “Jimmy” (wife Judy) Sears of Knightstown, Ind., and daughter Deborah “Debbie” (husband Mike) Longworth of Charlotte, N.C. He is also survived by his two brothers, Paul (wife Betty) Sears of Williamsburg, Kent., and Marvin (wife Pat) Sears of Okmulgee, Okla. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Frances Keys of Kentucky, and Rose Sears of Leesburg, Fla. Eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends will all miss him. Services will be held at the Walker Funeral Home, Winchester, Ind., on Friday, May 22, 2009. Viewing will be held from 12-2 p.m. Funeral and burial will follow in Fountain Park Cemetery, Winchester, Ind.# |
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 Donna  Gaye Jordan, age 60, passed away, May 21, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. She is survived by her brother, Dennis (Lois) Jordan, her sister, Debra Anderson,  two nephews, Andrew (Claudia) Jordan and Cal Jordan, her niece, LuAnn (Rick) Roberts, and six great nieces & nephews, two great great nieces, one uncle, Gene (Phyllis) White, one aunt, Ruby Jordan, and several cousins. Visitation will be on Sunday, May 24, 2009, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Burial will be on Tuesday at 3 p.m., in Union Cemetery, Columbus, OH. Condolences may be offered online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com |
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Douglas Dale “Doug” Curtis, beloved partner, father, grandfather, uncle and friend passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at his home in Somerset Township. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Douglas Dale “Doug” Curtis will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 16 with Dr. Samuel E. Wickard officiating. Interment will take place in the East Hill Cemetery in Osseo. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. |
• Edith (Marguerite) Harrison, 87, of Ludington, died at home on May 21. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Ernest D. “Dewey” Gamber, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born March 21, 1927, in Huntington, Indiana, the son of Clyde and Florence (Lambright) Gamber. He is survived by two brothers, Richard D. Gamber of Fowlerville and Charles E. (Julia) Thorp of Coldwater; two sisters, Mary M. (Jim) Dietz of Hillsdale and Alberta M. Lapham of Punta Gorda, Fla. and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Erma Bilby. Dewey retired from Addison Products in 1988 after over 25 years of service and he enjoyed eating lunch every day at the Senior Center in Hillsdale and visiting with his friends. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Ernest D. “Dewey” Gamber will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19 with Pastor Steve Smith officiating. Interment will take place in the Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale County Senior Services Center.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home — Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
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Ernest D. “Dewey” Gamber, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born March 21, 1927, in Huntington, Indiana, the son of Clyde and Florence (Lambright) Gamber. He is survived by two brothers, Richard D. Gamber of Fowlerville and Charles E. (Julia) Thorp of Coldwater; two sisters, Mary M. (Jim) Dietz of Hillsdale and Alberta M. Lapham of Punta Gorda, Fla. and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Erma Bilby. Dewey retired from Addison Products in 1988 after over 25 years of service and he enjoyed eating lunch every day at the Senior Center in Hillsdale and visiting with his friends. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Ernest D. “Dewey” Gamber will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19 with Pastor Steve Smith officiating. Interment will take place in the Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale County Senior Services Center. |
Eugene Leroy Bailey Metamora Eugene Leroy Bailey, 81, a lifetime Metamora area resident, passed away March 9, 2009. He was born May 29, 1927, in Pontiac, to George and Blanche (VanHorn) Bailey. He married Clara Ellen Hill on July 14, 1951 in Dryden. Eugene served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Military Police. Mr. Bailey worked at General Motors Truck & Bus for 30 years, retiring in 1981. Eugene enjoyed bocci ball, fishing, camping, hunting and woodworking. He is survived by his wife, Clara Bailey of Metamora; daughters, Diane (Walte) Knapp of Lapeer, Deborah (Timothy) Endicott of Lapeer, Denise (Robert) Lund Jr. of Houghton Lake; grandchildren, Todd, Daniel, Kevin, David, Levi, Elijah, Alicia, Ashlee, Autumn, Angie and Joshua; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Laura Barnett of White Lake. Eugene is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dennis Bailey; great-grandson, Nolan "C.J." Walker; sister, I |
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Eva Elizabeth Allen Lapeer Eva Elizabeth Allen, 81, of Lapeer for 37 years (formerly of Pontiac) passed away Tuesday (May 19, 2009). She was born February 28, 1928, in Pontiac, to Percy and Elizabeth (Burby) Irwin. She married Lyle John Allen on July 19, 1944 in Pontiac. Eva worked for over 17 years at Metamora Products. She loved sewing, knitting, playing cards, going to the casino, Tiger baseball, Red Sox baseball and, most of all, her family. She is survived by her husband, Lyle Allen of Lapeer; children, Linda Ferguson of Lapeer, Vickie Griffith of Attica, Cathy (Ken) Gagnon of Lapeer, Janet Stroup of Lapeer, Brenda (Matt) Pickett of Lapeer, Jodie Allen of Lapeer, John (Debbie) Allen of North Branch; grandchildren, Pam, Frank, Carina, Stevie, Teresa, Randy, Mike, Rusty, Anthony, Nick, Tim, Shannon, Rob and Ashlee; great-grandchildren, Austin, Lashia, Jada, Brian, Joshua, Lyle and Amber; sisters, Delores Yanna of Clarkston, Ella Irwin of Clarkston. She was precede |
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Evalyn Rose Angle Metamora Evalyn Rose Angle, 75, a lifetime Metamora area resident, passed away Sunday (May 17, 2009). She was born January 13, 1934, in Oxford, to James Milton and Mildred Elizabeth (Mitchell) VanWagoner. She married Frederick Michael Angle on April 10, 1952 in Lapeer. Mrs. Angle was a nurse for many years for Dr. Lapor and at Fergusons. She was a member of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed golfing and motorcycling. Evalyn was considered to be very artistic and creative, shown by her sewing, painting and gardening. Ultimately, she loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her children, Marqquitta "Mickie" (John) Anga of Lapeer, Lisa Reynolds of Naples, Kathleen (Chris) Dunn of Lewiston, Colleen Angle of Brighton, F. Michael (Joanne) Angle of Luxemburg, Wis.; 13 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brothers, Jim (Ruby) VanWagoner of Lum, Steve (Nancy) VanWagoner of Davison; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, |
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HAYWARD, Wis. -- Evelyn Wasson, 92, of Hayward, and formerly of Watersmeet, Mich., died Friday, May 15, 2009, at the Hayward Nursing Home. |
Frederick E. Detgen Frederick E. Detgen, 37, Harbor Beach, passed away Friday, May 8, 2009 at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. He was born on January 5, 1972 in Harbor Beach to Donna (Wottkop) Detgen and the late Henry Detgen Jr. Fred received a varsity letter in high school football and enjoyed all sports. He is survived by his mother Donna Detgen, Harbor Beach and a brother, Henry R. Detgen, Nashville, Tenn. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Saturday, May 23 at 11 a.m. at the Ramsey Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service. Rev. David McCloskey, Zion Lutheran Church, will officiate. Donations may be given to the American Diabetes Association. |
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Garold “Gary” Inman, Sr., age 64, of Clinton, died Thursday, May 21, 2009, at Herrick Medical Center in Tecumseh. Arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Homes. |
Gerald A. Binkle 1936-2009 Gerald A. Binkle, 72, Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2009 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Port Huron. He was born on September 2, 1936 in Harbor Beach to the late Albert and Martha (Abraham) Binkle. Gerry was a graduate of Harbor Beach High School, where he lettered in football as quarterback, basketball and baseball. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve. Gerry played for the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team and in the Canadian Baseball League with the Listowel Ontario Baseball team. He also played in the Huron County Baseball League, the Harbor Beach American Legion Team and the Harbor Beach Carlings Team. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is survived by his siblings, Eugene Binkle, Harbor Beach, Ralph (Dorothy) Binkle, Port Hope, Dorothy Skinner, Traverse City and Esther Binkle, Traverse City; and several nieces and nephews. Gerry was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Sandman and Lois Bond; and four brothers, John, Bob, Bud and Jack Binkle. Cremation has taken place and interment will take place in Rock Falls Cemetery, Harbor Beach. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Inc., Harbor Beach. |
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Geraldine E. Aungst, age 91, of Addison, passed away, May 21, 2009, at Lynwood Manor. She was born March 27, 1918, in Grass Lake, MI, the daughter of Orvall and Gertrude (Brown) Ellenwood. In August of 1939, she married Robert Aungst. He preceded her in death in 1992. She is survived by five children; Leona (Bill) Thornton of Addison, Gerald Aungst of Jackson, Dale (Sharan) Aungst of Jackson, Gale Aungst of Litchfield and Terry Aungst of Cement City, 13 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and six siblings. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and one brother. Funeral Services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, May 23, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Lawrence LaFollette officiating. Burial will follow in Horton Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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Harold R. Missimer, 97, of Muskegon, died Thursday, May 14, 2009. He was born in Woodbine, Kansas on April 21, 1912, to David and Myrtle (Sidler) Missimer. He married the former Mary Gladys Graham April 21, 1935 and following her passing married Pearl Grindley. Mr. Missimer, a lifelong farmer, as well as a skilled toolmaker, concluded his working life with the Michigan State Highway Department for 10 years. He was a member of Central United Methodist Church and a lifetime active member of the Tucson Model A Ford Club. He traveled all over the U.S. He was well liked and entertained often at Sanctuary at the Oaks, singing, whistling and telling stories. He will be greatly missed. Survivors include son, Roger (Jane) Missimer of Muskegon; daughter, Lucile Missimer of Haslett; grandchildren, David (Linda) Missimer of Illinois, Catherine (William) Marlin of Colorado, John (Keri) Missimer of Illinois; great-grandchildren, Cody Missimer, Wilson Marlin, Jane Marlin, Abigail Missimer, John David Marlin, Andrew Missimer; sister, Evelyn Jost of Nevada and special friend, Eva Green. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Gladys, in 1983 and second wife, Pearl, in 2002. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 18 at Central United Methodist Church-Muskegon with the Rev. Randall Hanson officiating. Friends may meet with the family at a reception following the service. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Maplewood Cemetery, Reading. Arrangements are by Clock Life Story Funeral Home – Muskegon. Memorials are suggested to Central United Methodist Church Missionary Fund or Hackley VNS Hospice. Please visit www.clockfuneralhome.com to leave a memory or sign the online guest book.   |
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Helen P. Carlson, age 94, Berrien Springs, died Sunday, May 17, 2009, at Royalton Manor, St. Joseph, Mich. Cremation has been conducted. There will be no visitation. Private interment of the cremains will be in the White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon is in charge of the arrangements.   |
Dear Tendercare family and friends, please join us for cake and punch from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, May 22 at Harbor Light Fellowship Church, 409 S. Washington Ave., in remembrance of Henry "Red" Underwood... |
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Jacob Breuker, age 86, of Holland, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, in the Holland Hospital.   Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2009  at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, 918 Central Avenue in Holland.  Reverend Rich Vander Klok will be officiating.   Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland. |
Saturday, May 16, 2009 2:34 AM |
BESSEMER, Mich. -- James D. Maccani, 94, of Bessemer, died peacefully at his home Thursday, May 14, 2009. |
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Joanne D. Wallace, 79, of Englewood, Fla., passed away Thursday, April 30, 2009. She was born on April 13, 1930 in Rockford, Ohio. She spent her early years in Osseo, Mich. before moving to Fort Myers, Fla. in 1969 and then to Englewood, Fla. in 1973. Joanne was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W., Eagles, and the Moose. Joanne is survived by daughter Kathi ( George) VanTilburg of Englewood; son, Marty Draper, Snowmass Village, Colo.; grandsons, Chris (Patrice) Davis, of Englewood, Aaron (Amanda) VanTilburg, of Fort McCoy, Wis.; granddaughter, India Draper, of Traverse City, Mich.; great-grandchildren, Austin and Katelin Davis of Englewood, brother, Nick (Debbie) Demongeot and nephew Nicholas Demongeot, all of Osseo; sister, Marlene Dull-McGuire and family of Lawrenceville, Ga.; and cousin, Carolyn (Arden) Baker and family of Somerset Center. Joanne: Mother, Grandmother, and Sister, thank you for showing us how to love, how to be strong, and how to give. The fond memories we have shared are forever molded into the hearts and minds of your loving family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to TideWell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238. Services to be held at a later date.   |
Thursday, May 21, 2009 2:48 AM |
LACEY, Wash. -- A combined memorial service for John Edward Kuula, 86, who died Feb. 19, 2009, and his wife, Gloria C. Kuula, 84, who died April 6, 2008, and will be held May 30 at 11:30 a.m. at the Riverside Cemetery in Ironwood, Mich., weather permitting. The Rev. Francis Strong will officiate. |
John "Jack" Maskal, 90, of Sun City Center, Fla., passed away May 14 in Florida. Jack graduated from Syracuse University, earned a master's degree from Michigan State University and was a U.S. Navy ve... |
John W. Rea, 83, of Midland passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at his home after an illness. |
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Joyce M. Bellinger, 53, passed away May 15, 2009, at William Beaumont Hospital. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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June Delores Roelofs, age 79, of Holland, died Monday, May 18, 2009, at Holland Hospital.  A memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 21, 2009 at the Salvation Army, 104 Clover Avenue in Holland.  Major Charles Duskin will be officiating.  Visitation will be from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. one hour prior to the service at the Salvation Army.    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. |
The service and visitation for June "June Bug" A. (Negele) Knudsen, 76, of Custer has changed from the time previously announced. She passed away on Monday, May 18 at Mercy Health Partners - Sherman C... |
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June Marie Buchanan, age 83, of Centreville, died Friday, May 1, 2009, at Odyssey House Hospice in Palm Desert, Calif.  She was born in Allegan, Mich. on June 26, 1925, the daughter of George and Lali (Wait) Yeager.  She was married to Wendell Buchanan on Nov. 29, 1952, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Three Rivers.  Following their marriage, they resided in Three Rivers, Mendon, and Centreville. June was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, bike riding, and working outdoors in her garden.  June is survived by three children, David Buchanan and wife, Shelley, of Three Rivers, Andrew Buchanan of Rancho Mirage, Calif., and Mary Hamminga and husband, Michael, of Defiance, Ohio; four grandchildren, Ryon Buchanan, Tom, Dan, and Sarah Hamminga;  one brother, George Yeager and wife, Roxy, of Oshtemo; a sister-in-law, Ima Jo Buchanan of Jackson; and nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wendell in 2003; and two brothers, Paul and Clarence Yeager. Cremation was conducted in California.  A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon followed by interment in Riverside Cemetery in Three Rivers.  Memorials will be directed to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.  Online register is available and condolences may be expressed at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com   |
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Justin Dyke, 91, of Holland, died May 16, 2009. Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, May 28, at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, 918 Central Ave.  Visitation will be one hour before the service. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.   www.notierverleelangeland.com |
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Keith E. Yaklin, 47, passed away, May 14, 2009, at home. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Leona Filion 1916-2009 Leona Filion, 92, Filion, passed away Monday, May 11, 2009 at Scheurer Hospital, Pigeon. She was born on June 4, 1916 in Flint, daughter of the late Thomas and Ethel (Lackie) Thick. She married James H. Filion on September 6, 1941 in the Pinnebog First United Methodist Church. He preceded her in death on June 29, 2004. Leona worked for many years at the Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Co., was a member of the Pinnebog First United Methodist Church and the Pinnebog Ladies's Club. She is survived by two sons, Donald (Nancy) Filion, Filion and David (Mary) Filion, Freeland; four grandchildren, Tracie (Abe) Beatty, Oxford, Suzanne Filion Foster (Jose Esquibel), Pasadena, Calif., David J. Filion, Freeland and Jennifer Filion-Moldenhauer (Luke), Okemos; and two great-grandsons, Zachary and Brendan Beatty, Oxford. She was preceded in death by one son, Tommy Filion and one daughter, Sandra Filion-Foster. Funeral service was held on Friday, May 15 at the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe with burial in the Colfax Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. Memorials may be offered to the Pinnebog First United Methodist Church, Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care or the Sandra Filion-Foster Scholarship Fund (Laker High School). |
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Lucinda S Wyse Attica/Lapeer Lucinda S Wyse, 80, of Attica/Lapeer, passed away Wednesday (May 20, 2009) She was born June 4, 1928, in Breslau, Ontario, Canada, to Roy and Magdelena (Weber) Snyder. She married Robert A. Wyse on April 21, 1951 in Midland. Mrs. Wyse worked at Vesley's and Trayco for 12 years each. She enjoyed sewing, reading and quilting. In Lucinda's retirement, she was a caregiver for many senior citizens. She was proud to have received her U.S. Citizenship in the last 5 years. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She is survived by her children, Carol Y. Wyse of Swartz Creek, Joyce E. (Fred) Spohr of Arlington Heights, Ill., Bruce (Helen) Wyse of Attica; granddaughter, Andrea J. Spohr. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Wyse; her parents; siblings, Adeline Schiedel and Lorne Snyder. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Brian's House, Davison. Funeral services were held Saturday (May 23, 2009) at Muir Brothers |
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Marcella E. Unitis, age 91, formerly of Detroit and Redford, now of Gladwin died Sunday, May 10, 2009 in Flint. |
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Marjorie L. Barnes, age 80, formerly of Colon, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at the Sanctuary of the Shores Nursing Facility in Grand Haven. Marge was born Aug. 25, 1928, in Leonidas Township,  a daughter of the late Elwin and Edna (Williams) Kuder. She had lived in the Leonidas and Colon area most of her life, graduating from Colon High School with the class of ’46. On Aug. 24, 1949, she married Donald (Tootie) A. Barnes in Angola, Ind. He preceded her in death on Oct. 16, 1989. She had worked for the former Continental Can Company of Three Rivers and for Cormers Company  in Colon. She was also a homemaker. She was a member of the Colon Lioness Club and Friends of the Colon Library. Marge also enjoyed quilting and genealogy. She is survived by a daughter, Cheryl Barnes of Lansing; three grandchildren, Jennifer Johnson, Sasha Perkins and Justin Barnes; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Vivian Gearhart, of Ann Arbor; and several nieces and nephew. Besides her husband, Donald, she was preceded in death by a son, Fred Barnes. The family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.  Funeral services celebrating the life of Marjorie L. Barnes will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with Pastor Donald Graham of the Colon United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow at Leonidas Cemetery.   If desired, memorials may be made in memory of Marge to The Friends of the Colon Library.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
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Marlin Keith Potter, 85, longtime Hillsdale resident died Monday, May 11, 2009, while traveling home from Florida. He was born in Reading Feb. 25, 1924, to Ora and Katie (Richardson) Potter. He graduated from Reading High School in 1942. During World War II he served in the Army Air Corps and was stationed in the Pacific. He was assigned duties as Flight Engineer and Top Turret Gunner and flew forty missions over Iwo Jima and neighboring islands aboard the B-24 "Star Eyes." After the war he returned to Michigan and attended Michigan State University where he received a Bachelor's degree in education before returning to the Hillsdale area to teach biology and coach football, basketball and baseball. In 1952 he began work at Hillsdale Tool and Manufacturing Company as shipping clerk. Over the years he served in various executive capacities until reaching the presidency in 1983. He retired in 1989 to enjoy golf, fishing and travel. Group affiliations have included the First Presbyterian Church, Hillsdale City Council, vice president of the American Cancer Society, vice president of the United Way, president of the Lions Club, board member at Key Opportunities, Masonic Lodge, American Legion, the Michigan State University Alumni Association, Hillsdale Golf and Country Club and the President's Club at Hillsdale College. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Kenneth, Carlyle and Robert and twin daughters, Catherine and Christine. He is survived by his wife, Jane (Scott) Potter; a daughter, Rebecca (Eli) Michaels of Chicago; a son, Jack (Elizabeth) Potter of Grand Haven and three grandchildren, John, Tom and Amy Potter. Funeral services for Marlin Potter will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 19 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hillsdale with Pastor Patti Beckman officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Monday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Mary Lou (Pelton) Echelbarger, age 61, of Clare, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 7, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center�"Midland. |
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Maureen Clark, age 62, of Holland, died Thursday, May 21, 2009, at her home.  Private services will be at a later date.  Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery.  Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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Max W. Benjamin, 104, passed at his home on Sunday, May 17, 2009. He was born in Coldwater in 1904 to Williams and Kathryn (Garman) Benjamin. Max graduates from Coldwater HIgh in 1922 as valedictorian of his class. He received the first scholarship ever given for $100 which paid for his first years tuition at the University f Michigan. He graduated from college in 1926 then married Carrie Oswalt, who preceded him in death in 1992 after their marriage together of 67 years. They had three children. Max worked at Detroit Edison many years before going into business for himself as a consulting engineer. He retired in 1969 when he and his wife moved from Dearborn to Coldwater Lake. He volunteered his time after retirement to both Tibbits and the Community Health Center concerning their heating and water problems. He is survived by one son and one daughter. He has three biological grandchildren, four adopted grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Since the loss of his wife in 1992, his daughter Lois Benjamin has lived with and devoted her life for 16 years caring for her very loving father at Coldwater Lake. |
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Michael G. Emme, 58, of Rome City, Ind., died May 19, 2009. According to his wishes, cremation will take place.  There will be no services at this time. Arrangements were handled by the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange, Ind.   |
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Former Holland Public Schools librarian, Mildred Ruth Alexander, 89, died April 27, 2009, in Shoreline, Wash. A celebration of Mildred's life and her faith was held Saturday, May 2, 2009 at Cristwood Park Retirement Center in Shoreline. |
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Myrna I. Fry, age 98, of Edwardsburg, Mich., and a former Sturgis and Bronson resident, passed away May 17, 2009, at the Cass County Medical Care Facility in Cassopolis, Mich. Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091.   |
NINA L. WATSON SANDUSKY Nina L. Watson, age 98, of Sandusky, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility, Sandusky. She was born March 26, 1911 in Sandusky, Michigan, daughter of the late Albert and Caroline (Graves) Rich. She was married to Gurdon John Watson on April 2, 1929 in Port Huron, Michigan. He passed away on April 5, 1990. Nina attended the Heritage First United Methodist Church in Snover. She was also a member of the Sandusky V.F.W. Auxiliary # 2945. She is survived by three sisters; Ruby Pagen of Chelsea, Donna (Jack) Adair of Bay City and Lena Heemer of Fraser, three brothers; Edward Rich of Deckerville, Vernon (Kathleen) Rich of Sandusky, Duane (Marilyn) Rich of Sandusky, a special friend, Vera Riley of Port Sanilac, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by three sisters; Veva McQueen, Velma Nichol and Winifred Lepine, five brothers; Herbert, Floyd, Delbert, Alvy and Eugene Rich. Funeral Services were heldat the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky, with Pastor Kenneth Tousley of East Tawas officiating. Burial was in Moore Township Cemetery, Michigan. Memorials may be made to Eva s Place or Heritage First United Methodist Church, Snover. Arrangements made by Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. |
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Neil Meinke, 69, of Holland, died Monday, May 11, 2009, after a courageous battle against leukemia, at Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids. Born in Oak Harbor, Ohio, Neil was a graduate of Bowling Green State University.  His professional career was primarily served as a coach and teacher at West Ottawa High School and Middle School and later as a realtor for Greenridge Realty. He belonged to the Michigan Blueberry Growers Association, Hope College DeWitt Center and was an active member of First United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Lee Troxell. Neil is survived by his wife of 22 years, Connie Meinke; his children, Paige (Wayne) Wicks of Ohio, Matt (Hayley) Meinke of Florida, Stacey (Rick) Sharpe of Florida; stepchildren Jeff (Tammy) Jalving, Jamie (Tom) Hafke; seven grandchildren, Morgan and Madison Wicks, Hillary, Tim, and Betsy Hafke, Jordan and Jenna Jalving; brothers-in-law, Gary (Linda) Speet, Larry (Sally) Speet; sister-in-law, Linda Speet and Lou Ann Ziolkowski; his niece, Cynthia Long; and his nephew, Michael Troxell. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 12 from 4-8 p.m. at Dykstra Funeral Homes, Northwood Chapel, 295 Douglas Avenue, Holland. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, May 13 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 57 W. 10th Street in Holland, with Rev. Lynn Pier-Fitzgerald officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church or the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Northwood Chapel, www.lifestorynet .com.   |
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Norma A. Simmons, 87, of Waldron passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born Dec. 9, 1921, in Napoleon, Ohio, the daughter of E. F. “Jim” and Edith (Betts) Mann. She married Glendale Bowers and he preceded her in death. She then married Marion E. Simmons on May 18, 1956, in Jonesville, and he preceded her in death on August 20, 1996. Norma graduated from Napoleon High School Class of 1939, was a member of Waldron Wesleyan Church and the Woman’s Missionary Society. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting and rug weaving. Surviving Norma are two daughters, Joann (Michael) Crater of Hudson and Marilyn Bloomer of Oceanside, California; four sons, Tyrone (Claudia) Bowers of Grants Pass, Oregon, Michael (Julie) Bowers of Hillsdale, David (Jackie) Bowers of Addison and Dennis (Juliana) Bowers of Hayward, California; one stepson, Mark (Sharon) Simmons of Fort Wayne, Indiana; 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, three step grandchildren and several step great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, two sisters and two brothers. Funeral services for Norma will be 2 p.m. Sunday, May 18 at Waldron Wesleyan Church with Pastor Tom Brodbeck officiating. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. Interment will be in Waldron Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Oscar R. Lademan, 82, passed away, May 21, 2009, at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Patricia A. Moceri, 69, passed away, May 21, 2009, at St. John Hospital, Detroit. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
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Patricia Ann Snyder of Hillsdale passed away Thursday, May 14, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born April 28, 1939, in Hillsdale County the daughter of Wilbur and Ida (Rogers) Horn. She is survived by two daughters, Lucille “Francine” (Richard) Nickles of Reading and Kimberly “KC” Saxton of Jonesville; four grandchildren, Dustin Miller of Hopkinsville, Ky., Brenna Riley of Hanover, Nadia Davis of Tarawa Terrace, N.C. and Richard Nickles, Jr. of Coldwater; two great-grandchildren, Conner Riley of Hanover and Kylie Davis of Tarawa Terrace, N.C. and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Snyder worked as a volunteer at the High Rise apartments in Hillsdale. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Patricia Ann Snyder will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in North Adams beginning at noon Monday with the Rev. Paul Pickell officiating. Cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Monday at the funeral home in North Adams. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – North Adams 517-287-4661 |
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Pearline Mae Vredeveld, age 91, died Monday, May 18, 2009, in Munising. Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, May 23, 2009 at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 295 Douglas Ave., Holland. The family will receive visitors the hour before the service at the funeral home.  There will be a time of food, fellowship and visiting after the funeral at Beechwood Reformed Church. Burial will be made in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. |
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ROBERT GUY SOULE AUSTIN TOWNSHIP Robert Guy Soule, age 71, of Austin Township, passed away Monday, May 11, 2009 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. He was born on August 14, 1937 in Tyre to the late Guy and Muriel (Haggert) Soule. He was united in marriage to Nila Howard on July 13, 1957 at the Ubly United Methodist Church. Robert was a 1955 graduate of Ubly High School. He worked in the Detroit area laying residential brick. He retired from Tower Automotive in 2001 after 44 years. He has farmed on the family farm all his life. He enjoyed his cattle, farming, hunting and fishing trips, gardening and playing euchre. Most of all, Robert truly loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Robert is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nila, two sons; Mark Soule, Douglas (Veronica) Soule, five daughters; Deborah (John) Perhne, Carol (Michael) Kubacki, Sharon Soule, Susan Soule, Tamara (Michael) VanValkenburgh, two sisters; Fanny Babisczewski-Nieschulz, Leona (Wallace) Warner, twelve grandchildren; Laura (Curt) Vogel, Tracy (Vincent) Kuntze, Jason (Jamy) Kubacki, James (Jessica) Kubacki, Matthew Soule, Kelly Smithers, Michael Soule, Ashley and Cory VanValkenburgh, Eric, Darren and Samantha Soule, nine great grandchildren; Katelyn and Curtis Vogel, Shelby Kuntze, Rachel Vogel, Vincent Kuntze, Johanna, Jesse and Kaleigh Kubacki, Cailin Spearman, many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter; Donna Soule, his parents; Guy and Muriel Soule, his father-in-law and mother-in-law; Mark and Nina Howard. The Funeral service was at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly with Rev. Ellen Burns, Pastor of the Ubly United Methodist Church officiating. Burial was in Valley Cemetery in Ubly. Memorials may be given to the Family Discretionary Fund or the Ubly PTO Playground Fund. Arrangements made by Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly. |
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• Ralph Eldred Drumm, 89, of Onekama and formerly of Manistee and Lansing, died Wednesday morning May 20. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Ralph Lee Robbins ,age 70, of Union city passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County in Coldwater. He was born on June 24, 1938 in Sherwood to Vernon and Vivian (Harmon) Robbins. He attended Union City Schools and joined the Army in 1955 serving three years at Hickman Air Force Base in Honolulu, Hawaii and the remainder in Japan. He was employed at Clark Equipment in Battle Creek for 28 1⁄2 years. He was employed at Griswold in Union City, where he retired after ten years of employment. He was a past Master and Life member of Sherwood Masonic Lodge No.421. He also was a member of the Colon Chapter No. 81 R.A.M.. He was a sports fan and especially enjoyed the Detroit Tigers. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and a daughter, Rachel L. Robbins on April 17, 2003 . He is survived by a daughter Beth (Robert) Stickney of Union City, three grandchildren, Kathryn, Jacob and Caleb of Union City, four brothers and one sister. Masonic Services will be conducted by the Sherwood Masonic Lodge No. 421 at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2009 at the Sherwood Cemetery. Memorials donations may be directed to the Sherwood Masonic Lodge No. 421. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com |
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Randy Jackson “Ran” Bow, age 57, of Mendon died unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at his home. He was born in Hudson on Jan. 10, 1952, the son of Charles and Rose (David) Bow. Ran was a 1970 graduate of Tecumseh High School, and resided in Tecumseh before moving to Mendon in 1991. He was divorced from Paulette Martin-Bethuram. Ran worked briefly as a pit-crew member at Michigan International Speedway and later worked as a bartender. Ran was a truck driver for Aero Bulk Carriers for 27 years and for L&L Transportation for the past year. He enjoyed hosting poker parties at his St. Joseph River home, and hanging out with his friends at Prairie Crop Service and the Blue Bird Café in Mendon. Ran is survived by three children, Kim Persing of Colon, Sara (Martin) Perkins and her husband, Kevin, of Vicksburg and Sam Martin of Three Rivers; seven grandchildren, Melissa Land, Meagon Persing, Stephen Persing, Baylee Perkins, Amber Perkins, Erin Perkins and Kevin James Perkins; three brothers and their spouses, Jerry and Kathy Bow of Lakewood, Colo., Glen and Kathy Bow of Adrian and Doyce and Barbara Bow of Nevada; several nieces and nephews; his Prairie Crop buddies, Dale, Sandy, Deb, Jesse, Bob, Willard, Skippy, JB, Derek, Smiley, John, Sheldon, Meat and Richie. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 23, at the Eickhoff Funeral Home, 311 W. Main St., Mendon. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Sunday, May 24, at the funeral home with his brother, Jerry Bow officiating. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to a charity of one’s choice. Online register is available, and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
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Randy Jackson “Ran” Bow, age 57 of Mendon, Mich., died unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at his home.  He was born Jan. 10, 1952, in Hudson, a son of Charles and Rose (David) Bow.  Ran was a 1970 graduate of Tecumseh High School, and resided in Tecumseh before moving to Mendon in 1991. He was divorced from Paulette Martin-Bethuram. Ran worked briefly as a pit-crew member at Michigan International Speedway and later worked as a bartender.  Ran was a truck driver for Aero Bulk Carriers for 27 years and for L&L Transportation for the past year. He enjoyed hosting poker parties at his St. Joseph River home, and hanging out with his friends at Prairie Crop Service and the Blue Bird Café. Ran is survived by three children, Kim Persing of Colon, Sara (Martin) Perkins and her husband, Kevin, of Vicksburg, and Sam Martin of Three Rivers; seven grandchildren, Melissa Land, Meagon Persing, Stephen Persing, Baylee Perkins, Amber Perkins, Erin Perkins, and Kevin James Perkins;  three brothers and their spouses, Jerry and Kathy Bow of Lakewood, Colo., Glen and Kathy Bow of Adrian, and Doyce and Barbara Bow of Nevada; several nieces and nephews; and his Prairie Crop buddies, Dale, Sandy, Deb, Jesse, Bob, Willard, Skippy, JB, Derek, Smiley, John, Sheldon, Meat and Richie.  He was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, with his brother Jerry Bow officiating.  Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to a charity of one’s choice.  Online register is available, and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
Richard E. Pullen, Sr. 1949-2009 Richard E. Pullen, Sr., 59, Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, May 11, 2009 at Harbor Beach Community Hospital. He was born on June 18, 1949 in Garden City, Mich., son of the late Salvador and Ruth (Blackwell) Randazzo. He was united in marriage to Sally E. Swazey on June 29, 1968 in Inkster, Mich. Richard enjoyed hunting and was a former member of the Eagles in Ferndale and the Jaycees in Taylor, Mich. He is survived by his wife Sally Pullen, Harbor Beach; two daughters, Elizabeth Ann Sarnowski, Harbor Beach and Dawn M. (Jimmy) Parker, Harbor Beach; one son, Richard Pullen, Jr., Inkster; five grandsons, Jamie Pullen, Travis Parker, Chad Parker, Tyler Pullen and Nicholas Pullen; one great-granddaughter, Lilith Pullen; two sisters, Shirley Smoghers, Myrtle Beach, SC and Bonnie Markey, Westland; and a brother, Ronnie Pullen, Inkster. Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 14 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach with Fr. Bill Spencer officiating. Burial took place in the Rock Falls Cemetery. |
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Richard Rumminger, 91, of Houghton Lake, passed away on Tuesday May 11, 2009 at Grayling Mercy Hospital. |
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Robert M. "Bob" Arnott Jr. 1953-2009 Robert M. "Bob" Arnott Jr., 55, Bad Axe, passed away Friday, May 15, 2009 at his home, surrounded by his family, following an extended illness. He was born on May 22, 1953 in Lansing to Robert M. Arnott Sr. and Nancy Gainor. He married Betty Morley on March 4, 1972 in the Bad Axe First Presbyterian Church. Bob enjoyed showing his car at car shows, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren, who he loved so much. Surviving are his wife Betty Arnott, Bad Axe; one son, Robert M. Arnott III, Bad Axe; four daughters, Bobbi Arnott, Bad Axe, Vicki Arnott and special friend Jason Siemen, Bad Axe and Jessica Arnott and special friend Josh Sanchez, Bad Axe and Kimberly Arnott, Bad Axe; his parents, Robert M., Arnott Sr., Laingsburg and Nancy Gainor, Bad Axe; five brothers, Chuck Arnott, Bad Axe, Bryan (Gwen) Arnott, Tenn., Craig Gainor, Sterling Heights, Wayne (Debbie) Gainor, Bad Axe and Doug (Bonnie) Gainor, Bad Axe; three sisters, LuAnn (Ed) Blackstock, Bad Axe, Patsy (David) Stokan, Bad Axe and Tina (Dutch) Seley, Elkton; and five grandchildren, Matthew and Chelsy Siemen, Bad Axe, Jayden, Hailey and Mya Sanchez, Bad Axe; brothers and sister-in-laws; Mary (Duane) Jurges, Bad Axe, Joan Maurer, Ubly, Ruth (Elmer) Leese, Port Hope, Nancy Stewart, Canada, Susan (Ron) Piotter, Ubly and Jean Smith, Bad Axe; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by one sister, Gerri Lyn Gainor; father and mother-in-law, Joe and Eva Morley; and one nephew Kenny Stewart. A celebration of Bob's life will be held on Saturday, May 23 at 1 p.m. at his home at 1031 Berne Rd., Bad Axe. Friends may call at the home on Saturday from 1 p.m. and continuing through the afternoon. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory, Bay City. Arrangements were made by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Roy E. Berry, 87, of Holland died Thursday, May 21, 2009, at the Warm Friend, downtown Holland.  Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. |
STANLEY W. PACHLA, JR. CLIFFORD Stanley W. Pachla, Jr., age 55, of Clifford, died Friday, May 15, 2009 at the Marlette United Hospice with his family at his side. Stanley was born December 17, 1953 in Marlette, the son of Stanley Sr. and Corine (Griffith) Pachla. Stanley graduated from Marlette High School. He is survived by his parents; Stanley Sr. and Corine Pachla, one sister; Barbara Pachla and husband Bill Martin of Colorado, one brother; Richard (Connie) Pachla of Cass City, four nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Marlette United Hospice. A funeral mass was held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church with Fr. Richard Treml officiating. Burial was in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Arrangements made by Blackburn Chapel - Martin Funeral Home. |
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Shirley A. Stevens, 73, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away May 13, 2009, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Mich. She was born Oct. 11, 1935, in Seattle, Wash., a daughter to late Ervin W. and Mary Kay (Starovich) Barnett. Shirley retired from Sturgis Molded Products following seven years of employment. She had also worked at the Paramount Furniture Company in Sturgis. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Sherill Steven of Dickinson, N.D.; three granddaughters; two sisters, Marilyn Anderson of Cle Elum, Wash. and Doris (Larry) Pitts of Boise, Idaho; one brother, Robert (Pam) Barnett of San Diego, Calif.; special friends, Linda (Jim) Millar of Sturgis and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one son, The Rev. Rick Stevens. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. There are no services scheduled at this time. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes  Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis, is entrusted with the arrangements. The obituary can also be viewed at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com.   |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Syme D. Tammelin, 98, a longtime Bessemer resident, died Monday, May 18, 2009, in Wakefield. |
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Theodore G. Bolks, age 74, of Holland, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at the Providence Health Care. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 22, 2009 at  New Apostolic Church, 117 West 14th Street in Holland.  Reverend Scott Heidema will be officiating.  Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday 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. |
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Thomasine Richardson, 63, passed away May 17, 2009, at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Timberly June Ranshaw Lapeer Timberly June Ranshaw, 20, a lifetime Lapeer resident, passed away Wednesday (May 20, 2009) from complications due to Lupus. She was born June 30, 1988, in Flint, to Ian and Kimberly (Phelps) Ranshaw. Timber graduated from Lapeer West, class of 2006. She attended Mott Community College, where she earned two Associates degrees. She was currently attending Western Michigan University. Timberly treasured her time with family and friends. She is survived by her parents, Ian and Kim Ranshaw of Lapeer; sister, Taylor Ranshaw of Lapeer; fiance, Justin Pfieffer of Lapeer; grandparents, Dale G. Ranshaw, Sr. of Hadley, Alma J. VanWagoner of Florida, MariEtta (Ron) Ballor of North Branch, Dave (Trudy) Phelps of Florida. Timber is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; her puggle, Dexter and her parrotlet, Weezy. She was preceded in death by her great-grandmother, Henrietta Ogle; cousin, Andy Fluery. Memorial contributions may be |
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PORT ORCHARD, Wash. -- Viola Elizabeth McDonald, 75, of Port Orchard, passed away May 9, 2009. |
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WILLIAM C. FENNINGSDORF CARSONVILLE William C. Fenningsdorf, age 64, of Carsonville, died Sunday, May 17, 2009 in his home. He was born May 20, 1944 in Lapeer, son of the late William and Josephine Fenningsdorf. He and Lynda S. Conley were married on February 1, 1964 in Lapeer. William was a heavy equipment operator at Michigan Peat for 41 years. He leaves his loving wife; Lynda, two sons; Wayne and Jay (Wanda), one brother; James, three sisters; Norma Brown, Hazel Goodrich and Mary Fenningsdorf, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Matthew on August 18, 1984. Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday in the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Carsonville with Mr. Cary Janisch officiating. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Carsonville. |
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Walter W. “Wally” McDowell, 57, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born Oct. 19, 1951, in Hillsdale, to John and Gwendolyn (Knot) McDowell Sr. Wally was a former employee of Ford Motor Company in Saline. He was a 1970 graduate of Pittsford High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam era. Surviving are five siblings, Harriet (Les) Rogers of Billings, Mo., David (Theresa) McDowell of Bryan, Ohio, John (Ruth) McDowell Jr. of Osseo, Dale McDowell of Waterford, and Bruce McDowell of Honolulu, Hawaii; aunt, Sherry Duer and uncle, Brook Easton; many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. There will be a memorial visitation at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the second floor community room at Hillsdale Place. Private family interment will take place at a later date at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family of Wally McDowell. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Wilma Ruth Bordner, age 91 of Sturgis, Michigan passed away Wednesday afternoon, May 20, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born March 29, 1918, in St. Joseph County, Mich., a daughter to the late Frederick George and Cora Velle (Foust) Cook. Wilma had resided in Sturgis for the past 21 years. Most of her life was lived in the Mendon and Parkville, Mich. area. She was first married to Joseph Garman, he died in 1985. On April 23, 1988, she married Earl Bordner in Mendon. For more than 20 years she had been employed as a secretary for the St. Joseph County Grange Fair Association. In her early life she had worked for Sears Roebuck Company. Mrs. Bordner was a member of the Burr Oak United Methodist Church and for over seven decades she was a member of the Grange organization, both in Mendon and Burr Oak. She volunteered her time with the Sturgis Hospital Gift Shop Guild and knitted many hats and blankets for the OB department of the hospital. For many years she served as a 4-H leader and she enjoyed knitting, needlepoint and crossword puzzles. She is survived by her husband; children, Thomas (Kola) Garman of Sturgis, Bruce (Beth) Bordner of Ortonville, Benjamin Bordner of Sturgis, Michael (Tonya) Bordner of Sturgis, Laura (John) Klinger of Sturgis, Monte (Robin) Bordner of Sturgis and Jean Bordner of Florida; 12 grandchildren, including Tom’s daughters, Taya and Maria; 16 great-grandchildren; a special niece, Linda Bowerman of Vicksburg; and a dear friend, Mary Ann Smith of Sturgis. Preceding her in death were her parents; her first husband; a son, Gordon Garman; and grandsons Marcus Mead and Michael Mead. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Wilma Ruth Bordner will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Burr Oak United Methodist Church in Burr Oak. The Rev. Robert Graham will officiate. Cremation will follow the service. Private burial of the ashes will take place at the Mendon Cemetery in Mendon. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Bordner’s memory consider the Burr Oak United Methodist Church, 206 W. Main St., Box 91, Burr Oak, MI 49030 or the MSU Extension, 612 E. Main St., Centreville, MI 49032. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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