Alfred Joseph Cady Jr. May 28, 2009 Saturday, May 30, 2009 2:48 AM |
Alfred Joseph Cady Jr., age 76, of New Boston, died May 28, 2009. |
Carol Ann Warner Waibel Sonora, Ky. Carol Ann Warner Waibel, 58, of Sonora, Ky., passed away Tuesday (May 19, 2009) at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown, Ky. Carol was a native of Attica and graduated from Imlay City High School in 1968. She is survived by her husband, Foster F. Waibel of Sonora, Ky.; mother, Mabel Warner of Mayville; daughters, Ruth Ann (Joe) Waibel of Grand Blanc and Patti Lee (Matt) Garrison of Menominee; sisters, Janet (Lyle) Stout of Mayville and Debbie (Randy) Friedsberg of Imlay City; brothers, William (Lorna) Warner of Attica, Philip (Dorothy) Warner of Attica, Richard Warner of Cross City, Fla. She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Warner; brother, Roy "Buck" Warner. Cremation has taken place. |
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Claude A. Sees, 49, passed away May 28, 2009, at Mt. Clemens Regional Hospital. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Clydene L. McLenon Died May 28, 2009 Saturday, May 30, 2009 2:48 AM |
Clydene L. McLenon, 68, of Carleton, died Thursday in Kalamazoo. Arrangements are pending in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel. |
Clydene L. McLenon Nov. 2, 1940-May 28, 2009 Sunday, May 31, 2009 1:04 AM |
Clydene L. McLenon, 68, of Carleton, died on Thursday May 28, 2009, in Kalamazoo, MI. |
Constance Baur Lundgren 1924-2009 Constance "Connie" Baur Lundgren, 84, Bay Port, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2009 at Scheurer Hospital, Pigeon. She was born in Bay Port on December 4, 1924, to the late Bertrand N. and Alberta A. (Howell) Baur. She was a 1943 graduate of Bay Port High School. She received a B.S. Degree in 1948 from Michigan State University. She was united in marriage to Lars C. Lundgren in Bay Port on October 31, 1953. He preceded her in death in 1994. Connie worked a year for Dow Chemical following her high school graduation. She also worked as a lab tech at St. John's Hospital in Detroit, as well as at hospitals in California. She lived in Woodland Hills, California for 30 years before moving back to Michigan in 1990. She was an active member of the Bay Port Historical Society. She loved watching local high school sports, watching games on television and listening to them on the radio. She was a member of the Bay Port United Methodist Church. She is survived by two sons, Mark (Maria) Lundgren, Ellensburg, Washington and Barry Lundgren, Atascadero, Calif.; two grandsons, Benjamin and Daniel; a sister, Pauline Kelly, Bay Port; four brothers, James Baur, Bay Port, Roger (Sheila) Baur, San Antonio, Texas, David (Bernice) Baur, Lansing and Douglas Joe (Char) Baur, Bay Port and Texas; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Michael; a daughter-in-law, Diana Lundgren and a sister, Marie Alexander. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Bay Port United Methodist Church or the Bay Port Historical Society. Arrangements were made by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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SOUTH BELOIT, Ill. -- Daniel J. Stenroos, 52, of South Beloit, died Saturday, May 23, 2009, in Beloit Memorial Hospital. |
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Danny Dell Tolford, 69, died May 15, 2009, at his home due to heart failure. Dan was born in Adrian on Nov. 14, 1939, to James Clare Tolford and DeSales Tolford-Rodabaugh. Preceding him in death were his parents; brother Duane Tolford; sisters DeSira Rodabaugh and Diane Hokanson; and step-sister Erie Pease. Dan graduated from Onsted in 1959 and was a star athlete in both football and basketball. He was an avid golfer, an Air Force veteran, a retired Teamster and member of Crossroads Fellowship Church. Survivors include his wife, Gloria Jean Tolford; his stepfather, Sy Rodabaugh; a son, Danny Shawn Tolford; a daughter, Julie Renay Crawford; stepchildren Anthony Dothsuk and Daniel Wright; 12 grandchildren; sister Nancy Bissett; and seven stepsisters/brothers. |
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Darrell R. Curtis, age 72, of Constantine, Mich.,  passed away  Sunday, May 24, 2009, at his home. He was born April 20, 1937, in Butler Township, a son of  Lloyd W. and Margaret (Lampman) Curtis. Darrell graduated from Quincy High School in 1956 an served in the U.S. Army.  On Nov. 12, 1966, he married Erma Birkey in Coldwater. Darrell worked in sales at Dynamax Corp. in Elkhart, Ind., for 10 years and previously  for Carriage RV in Millersburg, Ind. He was a former member of the F.F.A and Flying Hooves 4-H Club in Quincy and served as a judge at fairs and shows. Darrell also enjoyed traveling, fishing and golfing. Mostly he loved his family, friends and enjoying life. Surviving are his wife, Erma Curtis, Constantine; a sister , Diannia (Jim) Smith of Mesa, Ariz.; two brothers,  Dennis Curtis,  White City, Ore. and Doran Curtis of Quincy; a brother-in-law, Dale Paul of Quincy, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd Curtis and Margaret Jeannette Curtis Wilcox; a brother, Leland Curtis; and a sister, Karen Paul. Relatives and friends will be received 3-6 p.m. Wednesday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine, where religious services will be held at 6 p.m.  Wednesday. Graveside services will be held at noon Thursday at the Lester Cemetery in Quincy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.   |
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Donald D. McCarty Sr., age 76, of Hudson passed away Friday, May 29, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. Funeral arrangements are pending with Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. |
• Donald J. Swanson, 89, of Manistee, died Tuesday evening, May 26. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Donald R. Aldrich, 81, of Three Rivers, Mich., and formerly of White Pigeon, died Thursday, May 28, 2009, at his home, following a short illness. He was born July 3, 1927, in LaGrange, Ind., a son of Frank and Dee (Wilson) Aldrich. He had resided in the Three Rivers area for the last five years, coming from White Pigeon. He married Irene E. Sheets, and they were later divorced. He later married Gloria Brown, who preceded him in death. He was most recently married to Joyce J. (Nottoli) Aldrich. He was owner and operator of Aggregate processors Inc. of White Pigeon until his retirement. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Centreville. He was a graduate of LaGrange High School and a past member of the Sauganash Country Club in Three Rivers. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golf. Surviving are his wife, Joyce J. Aldrich of Three Rivers; two daughters, Linda (Kenneth) Linn of Edwardsburg and Barbara Jacobs of Euless, Texas; two sons, Ron (Sandy) Aldrich of Schoolcraft and Larry Aldrich of Mansfield, Ohio; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three stepdaughters, Kathy Nottoli, Jody (Steve) Robinson and Barbara Reber; two stepsons, Michael (Donna) Nottoli and Thomas (Kitty) Nottoli; and several stepgrandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters; and a brother. There will be no visitation. Cremation has been conducted. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Centreville, with the Rev. David Grimm officiating. Burial will follow in Constantine Township Cemetery in Constantine. Memorial donations may be made to Creator’s Praise Ministry (EN Gedi Campground) or St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon, which is in charge of arrangements. |
Dora Lee Hill Nov. 8, 1924-May 26, 2009 Thursday, May 28, 2009 11:47 AM |
Dora Lee Hill age 84 of Lambertville, MI passed away Tuesday May 26, 2009 in the Bay Breeze Nursing and Retirement Center in Gulf Breeze, FL. |
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E. Lester Monroe, 91, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born March 23, 1918, in Harrison to Mortimer Linus and Euphemia Isabel (Merritt) Monroe. He was married June 24, 1940, to Beulah May Stubberfield. They shared more than 63 years together before she passed away in March of 2004. Lester served his country in the U.S. Army as a mechanic and driver during World War II. He worked for various companies, ran a service station, retiring from Watkins Oil where he worked as a diesel mechanic for 31 years. He retired in 1983 and enjoyed many winters in Florida. Lester is survived by his children, Kay (Larry) Hickman, Agnes Monroe-Wyatt, Lois Glassburn and John (Bonnie) Monroe; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sons-in-law, L. Francis Glassburn and Richard Wyatt; sisters Grace, Pauline, Viola Almira, and Mildred. There will be a memorial service for Lester Monroe 11 a.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Dr. Daniel Pann officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Medical Care Facility or the charity of the donor’s choice.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
EDNA ROSANNA VATTER SANDUSKY Edna Rosanna Vatter, age 94, of Sandusky, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at the Marlette Hospice Residence. She was born May 12, 1914 in Snover, Michigan the daughter of the late Edwin and Rosanna (Richards) Hill. Edna married Donald Nicholas Vatter on March 5, 1932 in Snover, Michigan. He passed away July 17, 1982. She was a member of the Countryside Free Methodist Church, Sandusky. She was a nurses aide for many years at the Sandusky Hospital. Edna lived with and was lovingly cared for by Tom and Nancy Miller of Brown City for eight and one half years. She is survived by three daughters; Jeanette McLeish of North Carolina, Ruth Ann (Harry) Walker of Sandusky, Karen (Don) Innes of North Carolina, ten grandchildren; Toni Trexler of North Carolina, Daniel (Cindy) McLeish of Texas, Lynn Nichol of North Carolina, Vohn (Tammy) McLeish of Texas, Suzette Lautner of Dexter, Nicholas (Bonnie) Walker of Minnesota, Rich (Sandy) Innes of North Carolina, Bret Innes of North Carolina, Shelby Innes of Port Huron, Melissa Innes of Port Huron, thirteen great grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by one son-in-law; Earl McLeish, one grandson; Chuck Lautner, six sisters; Mary Clark, Lila Padden, Ada Waun, Jennie Armstead, Myrtle Kramp and Carrie Snell, four brothers; Walter, Orville, Clark and Milo Hill. Visitation hours selected by the Family will be Saturday, May 30, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the Countryside Free Methodist Church, Sandusky. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, May 30th, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the Countryside Free Methodist Church, Sandusky, Michigan with Pastor Paul Castle of Sandusky and Pastor Hal Phillips of Grand Blanc officiating. Interment will follow at the Christian Memorial Cultural Center, Peck, Michigan. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Countryside Free Methodist Church, Sandusky or Marlette Hospice. Arrangements by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. |
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Elaine Marlow Died May 30, 2009 Sunday, May 31, 2009 1:04 AM |
Elaine Marlow, 66, died Saturday at Toledo Hospital. Arrangements by Bennett-Prochnow Funeral Home. |
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Eleanor Lucille Kennedy, age 77, of Sturgis, Mich., was called home by her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, May 27, 2009, from Thurston Woods Village. She was born Dec. 28, 1931, at the home of her grandparents in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Gladwyn and Beatrice (Murray) Kennedy. Eleanor graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1950. After working locally for five years, she enrolled at Emmaus Bible School in Oak Park, Ill., and was employed there for 17 years. She later worked for the Regular Baptist Press in the graphic arts department doing desktop publishing, retiring in 2001 and returning to Sturgis. Eleanor was very involved in her churches, the Woodside Bible Chapel in Maywood, Ill., and the Sturgis Bible Chapel in Sturgis. She enjoyed playing Scrabble, walking at the Doyle Center, and was an avid knitter, knitting hundreds of vests for children in Africa. Surviving are two sisters, Laura (Richard) McCoy of Sturgis and Patricia (Frank) Hercinger of Fennville; four nieces, Brenda (Kenneth) Moore of Kalamazoo, Deborah (Larry) Fraylick of Sturgis, Dawn (Paul) Clements of Plymouth and Becky (Michael) Wendlick of Green Bay, Wis.; a nephew, Frank G. Hercinger of Fennville; five great-nephews; a great-great-niece; an aunt, Lucille Holt of Sturgis; numerous cousins; and many close friends, including Florence Ekkel. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5-7 p.m. today at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Services celebrating the life of Eleanor L. Kennedy will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with Pastors Robert Ramey and Mark Monroe officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be directed to Thurston Woods Village, Sturgis Bible Chapel or the charity of one’s choice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Elizabeth M. Tucker, 83, of Jackson, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at Allegiance Health in Jackson.  She was born Oct. 31, 1925, in Springport to Charles and Delma (Clough) Talbot. Mrs. Tucker retired from Spartan Electronics in Jackson.  She was a previous resident of Florida and the Hillsdale area prior to residing in Jackson. Surviving are two daughters, Jean (Stacey) Billman of Reading and Dianna Samarco of Homasassa, Fla.; two sons, Ron Doty of Jackson and Charles Barbeau of Indiana; two sisters, Barbara Drake of Jackson and Margaret Talbot of Manitau Beach; 12 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive. At her request cremation has taken place.  There will be a memorial service at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Emily McCaleb, 87, of Zeeland, formerly of Muskegon, died Saturday, May 30, 2009. Arrangements will be announced by Yntema Funeral Home, Zeeland. |
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Emma Olita Cheney, 99, of Blissfield, passed away Friday evening, May 29, 2009, at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility in Adrian. Emma was born on Nov. 18, 1909, in Jasper, Mich., the daughter of Harvey and Nettie (Harsh) DeLano. She graduated from Sand Creek High School and attended Lenawee County Normal. She was married on Feb. 20, 1931, to Leo C. Cheney, who preceded her in death in 1993. Emma worked as a school teacher and worked at Gerity’s in Adrian during World War II. She also worked as a meat cutter at Pence Market, and farmed alongside her husband in Ogden Township. Emma also enjoyed tending her vegetable garden. Surviving is her daughter-in-law, Marilyn Cheney of Blissfield; four grandchildren, Deborah (Richard) Marks of Blissfield, David (Linda) Cheney of Cadillac, Mich., Diane (Timothy) Sander of Blissfield, and Laura (Jeffery) Barth of Onsted; sister Uva Hughes of Adrian; 13 great-grandchildren; and 16 great-great-grandchildren.  Emma was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leo; son Gerald Rex Cheney; two brothers; and one sister. A graveside funeral service for family will be Sunday, May 31, at 2 p.m. at the Ogden Zion Cemetery in Ogden Township with the Rev. Geoff Koglin, Hospice of Lenawee chaplain officiating. Arrangements were made with the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield.  Memorial contributions in memory of Emma may be sent to Hospice of Lenawee. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Bixby Medical Center and at Hospice of Lenawee. |
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Erma M. Miller, 102, of 1995 S-600 W, Topeka, Ind., died at 10:37 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at Goshen General Hospital, Goshen, Ind., where she had been a patient since May 18. She was born May 13, 1907, in LaGrange County, Ind., to James Elmer and Ida (Eash) Miller. On Feb. 8, 1930, she married Ivan M. Miller. He died Oct. 15, 1994. She was a homemaker and a member of the Emma Mennonite Church, where she had been active in the W.M.S.C.  She had served as a volunteer at the Fort Wayne State Hospital for several years and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a 1924 graduate of Shipshewana High School and enjoyed quilting and gardening and spending time in her flower beds. Survivors include two daughters, Carol (Allen) Zehr of Bedford, Ind., and Evelyn (Ellsworth) Byler of Sturgis, Mich.;  three sons, Gaylord (Marilyn) Miller of Topeka, Maurice (Norma) Miller of Topeka, and Larry (Fran) Miller of Topeka; 19 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren;  five half-sisters, Ruth Louise Lambright of Goshen, Helen (Wayne) Neff of LaGrange, Rosalie Yoder of Topeka, Marilyn (Lester) Burkey of Hebron, Ind., and Carolyn Dillon of Ligonier, Ind.;  and two half-brothers, Dwight Miller of Goshen and DeWayne (Shelby) Miller of Cape Coral, Fla. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sons, Delmar and Ronald Miller; a half-brother, Francis Miller; two sisters, Beulah Stutzman and Charlotte Morningstar; and two brothers, William and Harold Miller. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Emma Mennonite Church, Topeka. A graveside service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the Miller Cemetery, Shipshewana, followed by a memorial service at  11 a.m. at the church.  Services will be conducted by the Rev. Gene Hartman. Memorials may be given to Emma Mennonite Church.  Online condolences may be sent at millerstewartfuneralhome.com.   |
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Ethel Niewenhuis, 81, of Zeeland, died Monday, May 25, 2009. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at North Street Christian Reformed Church, 20 E. Main Ave., Zeeland. Visiting is  5 to 8 p.m. today at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Kentwood. |
FRANK W. WILLIS LEXINGTON Frank W. Willis, age 95, of Lexington, died Wednesday, May 20, 2009 in Port Huron Hospital. He was born January 12, 1914 in Detroit, son of the late Frank L. and Edna (Vincent) Willis. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Kay and his second wife, Enid (Davis). Frank was a WW II veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was a member of Lexington Lodge #61 F & AM, Lexington O.E.S. Chapter #237, R.A.M. #41, Past Commander Lexington V.F.W. Post #2382, Past President of the Lexington Lions Club, and the Lexington Senior Center. He was an avid golfer. He was the retired owner and operator of Lakeshore Plumbing & Heating. Surviving are three step sons; Ted (Sandy) Davis, Ken Davis all of Argyle and Eric (Cindy) Davis of Lexington, twelve grandchildren and several great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by step sons, Larry and Fred Davis. A private service was held with inurnment in Lexington Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Lexington Lions Club. Arrangements are by the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Lexington. |
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Floyd J. Schmitz, 77, of Monroe died Thursday at Ebeid Residence, Sylvania, Ohio. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
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Floyd J. “Smitty” Schmitz, 77, of Monroe, died peacefully at 3:44 p.m. Thursday at Ebeid Residence, Sylvania, after a courageous battle with cancer. |
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Fonda L. Deur, 79, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Fremont, died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at Trillium Woods Hospice after a struggle with cancer. Visiting is 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at Shawnee Park Christian Reformed Church. A memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. |
Frances Carol Gridley, 68, of Alanson, passed away May 27, 2009, at her home. |
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Gerald Wesley Ingraham, 80, of Petersburg who died Thursday, was a 1946 graduate of Dundee High School. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Jimmy Ingraham, and a sister, Beverly Ingraham. |
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Gerald Wesley Ingraham Aug. 23, 1928-May 28, 2009 Friday, May 29, 2009 11:35 AM |
Gerald Wesley Ingraham, age 80, of Petersburg died at 1:55 a.m., Thursday, May 28, 2009 at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor. |
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Geraldine O. Adams, 89, of Elkhart, Ind., died Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at Golden Living Center in Elkhart, Ind., following an extended illness.   She was born Nov. 17, 1919, in Three Rivers, Mich., a duaghter of Carl and Forest Edna (Leeth) Jewell.   She had lived in Elkhart, Ind., since 2006, coming from Union, Mich.   On April 2, 1949, she married Dan A. Adams in Bristol, Ind. He died Dec. 21, 1980.   During her early life she was employed by the telephone company and was a homemaker and sold Avon products. She was a member of Bettany Missionary Church in Elkhart, Ind., and was a children’s Sunday School teacher. She enjoyed gardening, flowers and cake decorating.   Surviving are a daughter, Karan E. Holt-Hartley of Elkhart, Ind.; a son, Kenneth E. (Pam) Adams of Elkhart, Ind.; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harold B. Jewell of Lake City, Mich., and Virgil (Annabelle) Jewell of South Bend, Ind.; several nieces and newphes. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and a brother, Darl Jewell.   Relatives and friends may call from 3-6 p.m. Sunday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Dale Turner of Zion Missionary Church in Elkhart, Ind., officiating.   Burial will be in White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the chairty of one’s choice.   |
Harold "Wayne" Davis Harold "Wayne" Davis, 57, Bad Axe, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at his home. He was born February 11, 1952 in Albertville, Ala., son of Preston and Louise (Smith) Davis. He married Heidi Smith on October 19, 1983 in Caro. Wayne was formerly the co-owner of the Maintainence Machine in Mayville, and was a machinist and supervisor at US Manufacturing in Bad Axe. He enjoyed playing golf. Wayne is survived by his wife, Heidi Davis, Bad Axe; son, Preston (financ e Anne Nizzola) Davis, Bad Axe; daughter, Heidi Davis (financ Richard LaGrandeur), Bad Axe; grandson, Davis LaGrandeur, Bad Axe; parents, Preston and Louise Davis, Summertown, Tenn.; two brothers, Samuel Davis, Summertown, Tenn. and Ronny Davis, Walled Lake; two sisters, Mary (Chuck) Adams, Summertown, Tenn. and Gloria (Steve) Gibbs; father-in-law, Russell Smith, Moorseville, N.C. He was preceded in death by mother-in-law, Iva Smith. Services were held on Friday, May 22, 2009 at the KaufmanFuneral Home, Bad Axe. Burial was in Verona Cemetery. |
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Harriet J. Terrill,  86, of Hudson, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2009, at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.  Harriet was born on August 23, 1922, in Jackson, Mich., the daughter of John and Ella (Rinehart) Shoemaker.  She married Frank J. Terrill on April 4, 1959, in Vandercook Lake.  He survives.  Harriet was a loving mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed by her family.  She enjoyed sewing, crafting and taking care of her family. Surviving Harriet besides her husband, Frank are her children, Bob (Joni) Jeffrey of Bronson, Jim (Judy) Jeffrey of Quincy, Tom (Cleo) Jeffrey of Jonesville, Dan (Roni) Jeffrey of North Carolina, Karen (Dan) Fike of Hudson, Roger (Darlene) Terrill of Manitou Beach, Brenda (Rickie) Gibson of Kentucky, Dennis (Cathy) Terrill of Ohio and Larry Whipple of Hudson; 23 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren,; one brother, Jerry (Edith) Shoemaker of Hanover.  She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, one daughter, three sisters, one brother and two step-brothers.  Cremation has taken place.   Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association or Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at:  www.brownvanhemert.com  |
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Harry H. Smurr, 95 of Coldwater, died peacefully on Friday, May 29, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. The service will be held on Monday, June 1, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Oak Grove Cemetery Chapel. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 10 a.m. also at the cemetery chapel. Rev. Fr. Brian Stanley of St. Charles Borromeo Church will officiate. Harry was born Jan. 25, 1914 in Waterloo, Ind. The son Walter and Eunice (Zerkle) Smurr. He married Dorothy Black on Aug. 8, 1936 in Coldwater. She preceded him in death on April 11, 1959. He then married Norma Harvey on Nov. 17, 1961, She preceded him in death on July 7, 1994. Mr. Smurr has been a resident of Branch County for most of his life, attending school in Bronson. He was a longtime employee of Commercial Carriers in Coldwater, then worked for the Branch County Road Commission for many years, retiring in 1977. He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. Harry especially enjoyed traveling to northern Michigan in the summers and wintering in Bradenton, Fla. He was preceded in death by his brother Roy Smurr. Harry is survived by his sons Leo (Mona) Smurr of Sherwood and David (Ellen) Smurr also of Sherwood, five grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Memorials may be directed to Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill. -- Helen Forney, 88, a longtime Wakefield, Mich., resident, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2009. |
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IN LOVING MEMORY OF Keith Brower There will be a Memorial Service for Keith Brower on Saturday (June 6, 2009) at 11 a.m. at Hunters Creek Cemetery, Lapeer, Mich. A luncheon will follow the service at the home of Terry & Mona Maxwell, 6528 Simmonds Rd., Imlay City, phone 810-724-6157. |
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Jacqueline D. Michael Lapeer Jacqueline D. Michael, 79, a lifetime Lapeer resident, passed away Sunday (May 24, 2009). She was born June 23, 1929, in Lapeer, to Carl and Ruby (Beechler) Erigson. Jacqueline graduated in 1947 from Lapeer High School. She retired in 1990 from Lapeer State Home as a supervisor. Mrs. Michael enjoyed crossword puzzles, Red Wing hockey, feeding the birds and going to card club. She is survived by her son, Doug (Michelle) Michael of Lapeer; grandchildren, Kevin (Nada) Michael of Germany, Alysia (Kenny) Charter of Lapeer, Joshua (Krystal) Michael of South Carolina, Anthony (Stacey) Langhorne of Florida; great-grandchildren, Zoe, Jennalyn, Mason, Landon, Logan and Lilly. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Ruby Erigson; sons, Donnie Bonesteel and Dale Michael; sisters, Joan Cowles and Rae Lou Farrington. Memorial contributions may be made to the Suncrest Auxiliary or the Alzheimer's Association. Funeral services were held Wedne |
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James A. Kohl 1933-2009 James A. "Jim" Kohl, 75, Pigeon, passed away at his home on Thursday, May 21, 2009 surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 20, 1933 on a farm in Bad Axe and graduated in 1951 from Bay Port High School. He served with the U.S. Army as a medic during the Korean War. He was united in marriage on December 23, 1950 to Lorraine B. Henne in Bad Axe. She preceded him in death on June 16, 1998. On February 24, 2001 he married Susan J. Kaplan, who survives him. Jim's first job was making boxes, for five cents each, at the Bay Port Fish Company docks. He retired in 1996 as D.P.W. Supervisor, having worked for the Village of Pigeon for 17 years. He was previously employed at a variety of jobs: construction, service station, Bay Port Elevator, farming and selling agricultural seed. He had also been the Bay Port Constable. He loved his community, serving as Pigeon Village President from 1996-2001, as well as village councilman, where he was currently serving. He enjoyed Laker sports, concerts, and plays. He was an avid supporter of U of M sports, particularly football. He was also a fan of the Detroit Tigers, the Red Wings and Frank Sinatra. In his younger years, he enjoyed duck hunting and playing softball. He loved his family and friends. He was a library volunteer who looked forward to taking books to his friends at Country Bay Village. He was an active member of the Bay Port United Methodist Church, where he served as Administrative Council president and sang in the church choir as well as the community chorus. He is survived by his wife, Susan, Pigeon; three daughters, Kristina (David) Dietzel, Houghton Lake, Pamela King, Bad Axe and Cheri (Paul) Garno, Birch Run; two sons, Darin (Lori) Kohl, Reed City and Brian (Tiffanee) Kohl, Bay City; ten grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and his in-laws, Robert and Marietta Tornow, Sun City West, Ariz. He was preceded in death by two infant sons; two brothers, Orlo and Byron and three sisters, Bessi, Beryl and Shirley. Funeral Services were held Sunday, May 24 at the Bay Port United Methodist Church. Rev. Douglas Mater officiated with burial in New Bay Port Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Bay Port United Methodist Church. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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James Harold Burtle, 57, of Blissfield passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 28, 2009, at his home. James was born on Jan. 4, 1952, in Grosse Pointe, Mich., the son of John E. and Ruth L. (Rodems) Burtle. On May 19, 1979, James married the former Christine A. Campbell. She survives. James served his country in the United States Air Force as a staff sergeant from 1970 to 1976. He continued to work for the federal government as an emissions control specialist, specializing in testing and technical writing. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and also of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blissfield. James had a love of sports and was active in earlier years with hockey, golf and dirt bike riding. His favorite pastime was his family. He enjoyed spending as much time with his kids and grandchildren as he could. Surviving are his wife, Christine Burtle of Blissfield; his children, Aimee (Ronald) Fields of New Baltimore, Mich., James Burtle of Washington state, John Burtle of Adrian, Jeffrey Burtle of Grand Rapids, Mich., Joseph Burtle of Blissfield and Jacob Burtle of Blissfield; two grandchildren, Tylor Erdmann and Alysexia Fields; two sisters, Dorothea Winiarski of Shelby Twp., Mich., and Catherine Craig of Illinois; two brothers, John Burtle of East Pointe, Mich., and Robert Burtle of Owosso, Mich.; and last but not least, his beloved dogs, Buster and Ernie. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, David Burtle. Funeral services for James will be held on Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield with Pastor Pete Valdez and the Blissfield V.F.W. Post 10912 officiating. Following the service cremation will take place. Family and friends may call or visit the funeral home on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. |
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James Wayne "Mac" Maguire, 91, of Ludington, passed away on Thursday May 28, 2009 at Tendercare of Ludington. He was born on June 30, 1917 in Jackson, the son of the late Homer and Lora (Chestnut) Mag... |
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Jay Vander Meulen, 85, of Holland, died Sunday, May 31, 2009, at Holland Hospital.   Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, Holland. |
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RANTOUL, Ill. -- Joan C. Braghini, 74, of Rantoul, passed away in the early morning hours of Friday, May 22, 2009, at Carle Hospital, Urbana. |
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John Winston Jr., 83, of Holland, formerly of Pullman, died Sunday, May 24, 2009, in Holland Hospital. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at the Chappell Funeral Home, 637 W. Main St., Fennville. Visiting is one hour prior to the service Friday. Burial will be in Lee Cemetery, Pullman. |
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John “Barry” Whipple, age 69, of Adrian passed away May 28, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. He was born March 1, 1940, in Weston, Mich., the son of Dale and Ruth (Bell-Pickering) Whipple, Sr. On May 10, 1962, he married Barbara Mutza in Adrian, Mich. Barry worked at Simplex Paper Company and Hunter Moving & Storage for more than 10 years. After 20 years of service, he retired from Northern Telecom in West Palm Beach, Fla. Barry loved collecting toy farm tractors, watching the Detroit Tigers and being outdoors gardening.  He is survived by his wife, Barbara; two daughters, Linda (Stephen) Roncallo and Ann Bakar; one grandson, Alex Mohr; seven brothers, Dorman, Robert, Larry, Richard, Michael, Keith and Dale, Jr.; four sisters, Sandra DeMeritt, Judy Alcock, Joyce Forehand and Deborah Price; and numerous nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Allen Whipple; one nephew, Martin Whipple; one brother-in-law, Robert DeMeritt; one sister-in-law, Hazel Whipple; and an infant sister, Charlene. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Barry's family. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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Jose M. Rivera-Lopez, age 73, of Adrian, passed away May 30, 2009. He was born July 9, 1935. Jose is survived by his children, Eliezer (Maria Louisa) Rivera, Ernesto (Paula) Rivera, Miguel Arcangel Rivera, Mildred Rivera, Maida Luz Rivera, Gladys (Armando) Chacon, Wanda Rivera, Maribel Rivera and Janett Rivera; 28 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters Ary (Jose) Castellano of Texas, Mary Rivera, Ana Louisa Rivera and Carmin Rivera; and brothers Juan, Miguel, Iluminado, Bolivar and Leonides Rivera. He was preceded in death by his parents, Confesor Rivera and Cruz Maria Lopez, and grandson Izacc Ramos. Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Jose Negron officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday starting at 2 p.m. until the time of service. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.   |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Joseph J. Drouin III, 62, of Newport Heights, Ironwood, died Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minn. |
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Kenneth E. Willyard, 88, of  Allegan, passed away Friday, May 29, 2009, at Holland Hospice House at the age of 88. Friends may meet with the family from 4-7 p.m. Sunday at the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, where funeral services will be Monday at 11 a.m with Pastor Barry Lucas officiating and with a Masonic service provided by the Unity Lodge of Holland. Interment Hudson Corners Cemetery, Allegan Twp.   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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LaDonna K. Marcinek, age 56 years of Toledo, OH, died Wednesday, May 27, 2009 in her home. |
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Lewis Richard (Dick) Harring passed away at his home in Portage on Wednesday, May 20, 2009. Richard was born in Los Angeles on Oct. 1, 1936, to Carl and Mary (Mercer) Harring, and returned to Hillsdale with his family at the age of 4. He graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1954. He received his Ed.D from Indiana University in 1968 and later that year joined the faculty of Western Michigan University where he served as a professor in department of education until his retirement in 1997. He loved teaching and felt it was the ideal profession. His family, friends and students knew him as a patient listener, superb and demanding teacher and wise counselor. On Nov. 22, 1974, he married Ruth Ann Myrom. He is survived by his wife, Ruth, as well as his sons, Scott (Aime) Harring of Ballwin, Mo. and Jeffrey (Joan) Harring of Ellicott City, Md; five grandchildren, Adam, Emma, Drina, Sophie and Evan; sister, Jan (James) Tesch of Hillsdale; and niece, Jennifer (Jeff) Potter of Temperance. He was preceded in death by his parents. During the past 35 years, Richard was deeply involved in Indian culture and Hindu religious practices and made 20 or more visits to India. He and Ruth worked tirelessly to establish avenues for study and advancement of Indian philosophy, helping to create a Vedantic Center in the Kalamazoo area. A memorial service was held May 21 at the Sambodh Center for Human Excellence in Kalamazoo and was immediately followed by a Hindu Last Rites ceremony and cremation at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Battle Creek. Arrangements were made through the Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home. Donations in his name may be made to The Sambodh Society, Inc., P.O. Box 248, Kalamazoo, MI 49004, or the charity of the donor’s choice. |
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Lola Marjorie (Kelley) Bell, 88, of Stanfield, Washington and formerly of Hillsdale, went to be with her Lord on April 22, 2009. A graveside memorial service for Lola Bell will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Jefferson Township. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.   |
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Eileen Sargent, 68, of Lyons passed away Friday, May 29, 2009, at The Toledo Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. She was born on Feb. 22, 1941, in Ogden Station, Mich., the daughter of Stewart and Herberta (Reed) Nichols. On Nov. 7, 1997, in Delta, Ohio, she married Danny Sargent, and he survives. Eileen lived most of her life in the Lyons area where she was a graduate of Lyons High School. Besides her husband, Danny, Eileen is survived by a daughter, Shelby (Bob) Derby, and their family, Sarah (Dean) Druschel (Claire and Celia) and Loretta Ashley (Jon) Ehrsam (Kendra and Megan); son Grayling (Shelly) Call and their family, Andrae (Anthony) Neagle, A.J., Joshua Gerschutz and Grayling; son Aaron (Sheri) Call and their family, Mariah, Carissa and Shane; step-daughter Lori (Greg) Shaw and their family, Neil and Kyle; and stepson Alan (Kami) Sargent and their family, Noah and Eme. Eileen was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral service will be on Monday, June 1, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with Pastor Mary Burroughs officiating. Burial will follow at the Lyons Cemetery in Lyons, Ohio. There will be a visitation on Sunday from 1 until 6 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family for a memorial fund. |
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Lucille E. Dearth, 95 of Coldwater, died Friday, May 29, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. The service will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 at 1 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home with Pastor Shayne Looper of the Lockwood Community Church officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 10 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Lucille was born May 11, 1914 in Casey, Iowa to Charles and Osia Mae (Plummer) Fuqua. She married Dallas Dearth on Sept. 28, 1951 in Detroit. He preceded her in death in 1995. Lucille received her Bachelors Degree in teaching in 1952, and her Masters in special education in 1954 from Wayne State University. Her love of children led her to a career of teaching at Dearborn Township Schools for 27 years, retiring in 1969. She came to Coldwater in 1970, after her retirement. She was a member of Lockwood Community Church, the Retired Teachers Association, Branch County 4-H Fair Association, and a past member of the Coldwater Grange. She enjoyed collecting buttons and was very skilled in quilting, belonging to the ABC Quilts and Evening Star Quilt Clubs. Lucille was active in the Commission on Aging, where she taught crafts. Mrs. Dearth was very instrumental in the establishment of the Dearth Community Center, the Lucille E. Dearth Union City - Branch Library, the HC Burnside Senior Center, the new 4-H Fair Office, the installation of the new Tibbits Cupola and numerous local scholarships. Lucille is survived by her step-son George Dearth of Jackson, her close friends Joe and Maxine Ferry, Ross and Marilyn Byers, Elsie Forrister all of Coldwater, Becky and Terry Knowles of Union City, eight step grandchildren and seven step great grandchildren. In addition to her husband Dallas, Lucille was preceded in death by her sister and bother-in-law Helen and Ralph Kerr and an infant brother. Memorials may be directed to the Branch County 4-H Foundation. |
MARVIN MERL WINTER CASS CITY Marvin 'Marv' Merl Winter, age 71, of Cass City, Michigan died Wednesday, May 20, 2009 in his home. He was born June 9, 1937 to Merle and Lucille (Rockefeller) Winter in Cass City, Michigan. He graduated from Cass City High School in 1955. Marvin married Janice O'Dell June 20, 1959 in Sutton Methodist Church, Caro. They have celebrated 49 years of marriage. In 1969 Marv went into business for himself establishing Winter's Truck Sales. Winter's Truck Sales sold new and used truck and farm equipment. Marv was still operating the business until his death. In 1975 he established Colony House Catering Hall & Blue Room Bar. The Colony House hosted numerous wedding receptions, concerts, corporate events and various trade shows. It was in operation until 1998. Marv was a member of Cass City Masonic Tyler Lodge #317, Caro Moose Lodge #1049, and Elf Khurafeh Shrine Center, Saginaw. Marv was a NASCAR fan. He loved watching and attending race events. He alsoloved watching the Detroit sports teams: Tigers, Lions, Red Wings and Pistons. He was an avid card player. Marv had a great love for animals, in particular, his pet goose, Charlie and his pet lion, Sue Ellen that he raised for 14 years. But his real gift was meeting new people and quickly and easily making friends. He truly loved being surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his wife; Janice, one daughter; Kelli (Charles) Hendrick of Decker, two sons; Kirk (Lisa) Winter of Cass City, Kent (Jennifer) Winter of Midlothian, Virginia, two exchange student sons; Paulo Leme and Gabriel Paggiaro, both from Sao Paulo, Brazil, grandchildren; Lindsey (Joel) Brinkman, Ashley Hendrick, Carley Hendrick, Brennen Winter, Chase Winter and Conner Winter, one sister; Marion Longuski of Cass City, two brothers-in-law; Chuck (Joanne) O'Dell of Caseville, Carson (Jane) O'Dell of Caro, nine nieces and nephews, one very special friend of the family, JoAnn Alexander of Cass City. He was precededin death by his parents; Merle and Lucille Winter, one brother-in-law; Eugene Longuski, father-in-law and mother-in-law; Clayton and Rayola O'Dell. Funeral services were held at the Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City with Chuck Emmert of Duplain Church of Christ, St. Johns, Michigan and Brad Speirs of Novesta Church of Christ, Cass City officiating. Interment was in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City. Memorials may be made to the Winter Memorial Fund. Pallbearers for Mr. Winter are: Gary Putnam, Dennis Putnam, Mike Putnam, Terry Brinkman, Johnny Subic and Mike Truemner and the Honorary pallbearers are: Duane Chippi, Clare Finkbeiner, Carson O'Dell, Dean Hoag, Dave Ware and Roger Marshall. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at |
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Marian Tieber, 79, of East Jordan, died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey, Mich. |
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Marjorie Sharpe, age 95, of Holland, died Monday, May 25, 2009. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Marjorie will be on Tuesday, June 2, at 1:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Freedom Village, 145 Columbia Ave., Holland. Private burial will take place in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be  one hour prior to the service at Freedom Village.   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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Mary E. Seyfarth, 71, of Coldwater, died Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 29, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. The service will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Deacon Gerald Smoker of St. Mary’s Catholic Church officiating. A committal service will be held on Monday, June 1, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Chapel in Southfield. Mary was born on July 17, 1937 in Royal Oak to James E. and Dorothy (Sleep) Kotles. She was raised in Royal Oak and graduated from Dondero High School. She married Richard Seyfarth on April 28, 1962. She worked as a dealer accountant for Chevrolet in Warren for 18 years. Mary and her family began vacationing in Coldwater in the early 1970s and moved there permanently in 2003. Mary is survived by her husband, Richard Seyfarth, and sons; James Seyfarth of Coldwater and David Seyfarth of Detroit. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Daniel Jeffery in 1981, and her brother, Ronald Kotles. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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Mary Florence Parker, 85, of Monroe passed away Monday at 3:05 p.m. in Fountain View of Monroe. |
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Mary Lou Millett, 86, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away May 12, 2009, at Drew’s Place of Coldwater in Coldwater, Mich. She was born July 31, 1922, in Killbuck, Ohio, a daughter to the late Ray and Helen (Pratt) Roach. Mrs. Millett had resided in Sturgis since 1945, coming from Clair and Grand Rapids. On March 13, 1942, she married Dr. J. Earl Millett in Grand Rapids. He died Aug. 9, 1980. Mrs. Millett was a dedicated and loving wife and mother. To say she enjoyed traveling would be an understatement. She traveled all over the world to every continent with the exception of Antarctica. She and her husband’s favorite destination was always Bequia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis and the Sturgis Hospital Auxiliary. Mrs. Millett was a talented self-taught artist and especially loved oil and acrylic painting, jewelry making and stained glass. She had taken many art classes at Glen Oaks Community College. Mrs. Millett is survived by five daughters, Pamela Ann (Terry) Johnson of Burr Oak, Mary Candice (Jerry) Suszko of White Pigeon, Cyndi (Tom) Flaherty of Cape Cod, Mass., Dr. Kerri Lou (Dr. John Polzin) Millett of Sturgis and Kelli Sue (Shawn Hinds) Millett of Franklin, Tenn.; one son, Dr. Jeffrey Millett of Sturgis; 13 grandchildren, Jon (Marta) Millett of Chile, South America, David (Pam) Millett of Chicago, Michelle (Matt) Olsen of Vicksburg, Dr. Chris Johnson of Bancroft, Mike Johnson of Sturgis, Dr. Amy (Pete) Suszko-Brown of Frankfort, Ill., Dr. Tim Suszko of Fenton, Taylor Polzin, David Polzin and Matthew Polzin all of Sturgis, Joseph Bourcier, Michael Bourcier and Katy Hinds all of Franklin, Tenn.; identical twin great-granddaughters, Nicole Gabrille and Lauren Elizabeth Millett; one brother, Charles Roach of Roseville, Ohio, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; one sister, Martha Bird; and infant brother, Robert Roach. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Mary Lou Millett will be held at 11 a.m.Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Deb Johnson will officiate. Mrs. Millett’s ashes will be taken to one of her favorite places on Earth, Bequia, St. Vincent the Grenadines. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091 is entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests in lieu of flowers memorial donations be directed to the First United Methodist Church, 200 Pleasant Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091, Drew’s Place, 289 E. Perkins St., Coldwater, MI 49036 or the Hospice organization of one’s choice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Michael Dale Kuenzel, 37, of Burr Oak, Mich.,unexpectedly went to be with his Lord and Savior May 27, 2009, at his home. He was born Jan. 30, 1972, in Three Rivers, Mich., a son to Dale S. and Phyllis (Plank) Kuenzel. Michael’s parents were so blessed to have this special child. He was such a joy although he faces many obstacles in his life. His favorite nickname was “Mit the Kit.” Michael lived in Sturgis most of his life where he attended Sturgis High School, moving to Burr Oak in 2008. He had worked in and around the Sturgis area since he got out of school. Michael’s greatest passion in life was helping other people. He worked at soup kitchens, helping to feed the poor and homeless. He never met a stranger because he would always stop to help someone out. Michael’s happiest times were when he volunteered to help with the Special Olympics and chaperoning as they played different sports around the state. Michael was involved with the Special Olympics for many years. Sometimes renting a court at the Doyle Center so they could practice before the basketball games. He once said, “They gave me more than I could ever give back”. Michael always said his greatest role model was his brother Bryan who played in Special Olympics. Michael had a great love for music, not only listening, but writing songs and often performing in his best friend’s band. Michael had recently started attending Grace Christian Fellowship in Sturgis, saying it felt like home. He touched many lives with his kindness and his very loving and giving heart. Michael is survived by his dad, Dale S. Kuenzel of Burr Oak; his mother and step-father, Phyllis L. and John Dudley of Howe, Ind.; a brother, Bryan Kuenzel of Burr Oak; paternal grandmother, Ruth Holmes of Burr Oak; maternal grandmother, Dorothy Plank of Constantine and several aunts, uncles and cousins. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Michael Dale Kuenzel will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Grace Christian Fellowship, 300 Timothy St., Sturgis, Mich. The Rev. Ross Gerber will officiate. A meal and time of fellowship and sharing of memories will follow the service at the church. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091 is entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Michael Kuenzel’s memory to consider the Special Olympics of St. Joseph County c/o: Trudy Camp, Pathfinder Center, 62445 Shimmel Road, Centreville, MI 49032. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfunrealhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Michael Hayes Lapeer Michael Hayes, 52, a lifetime resident of Lapeer, passed away Friday (May 29, 2009). He was born September 16, 1956, in Lapeer, to Hollis and Anne (Callahan) Hayes. Mr. Hayes worked 23 years for Lapeer Metal Products and 17 years at Hayes Service. He had a great sense of humor. Mike enjoyed golf, playing basketball, casinos and horse racing. He gave a long, strong fight against cancer. He is survived by his son, Patrick (Michele) Hayes of Flint; daughter, Erin (Matt) Landers of Davison; father, Hollis Hayes of Lapeer; sister, Suzanne (Stephen) Gregory of Lapeer; many nieces and nephews; adopted brothers, Jeff Maxfield and Mark Misener. He was preceded in death by his mother, Anne Hayes; brothers, Joel Hayes and Garry Hayes. Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse Hospice. Visitation will take place 3-7 p.m., Sunday (May 31, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday (June 1, 2009) at |
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Michael Lawrence Patrias, Sr., of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born Aug. 4, 1946, in Garden City, Mich., the son of Theophial and Lovetta (Short) Patrias. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Marlene (Burton) Patrias whom he married on Oct. 29, 1979; three children, Charles Kidd of Austin, Texas, Michael Patrias, Jr. of Hillsdale, and Heather (Wes) Barns of Hillsdale; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Vivian (Raymond) Pavalak of Lincoln Park and Margot (John) Brooks of Berea, Ky.; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Phillip Patrias. Mr. Patrias was employed at Leutheuser’s in Hillsdale in the body shop division where he received Best in Class Awards from General Motors. He was also a past member of the Michigan Street Rod Association. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Michael Lawrence Patrias, Sr. will be at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale at 1 p.m. Saturday. Interment will take place in the Wild Cherry Cemetery in Ransom Township. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Thursday and  2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family. |
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Myrtle Church, 84, of Jonesville, formerly of North Liberty, Ind., passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at her home. She was born April 13, 1925, in Carver Ky. to Franklin and Julia (Delaney) Smith. She was married Dec. 12, 1942, to Hiram Church and he survives. Besides her husband, Hiram, she is survived by two sons, Allen (Linda Bowling) Church of Belleville and John (Vicki) Church of Manchester, Mich.; Nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Myrtle was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Linda and Shirley; three sisters, Goldie, Laura and Verna; and three brothers, Ivus, Daniel and Ray. Funeral services for Myrtle Church will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Rannells Funeral Home, 102 W. Davis St., Hamlet, Ind., with the Rev. Verland Coombs officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Cemetery in North Judson, Ind. The family will receive friends for visitation 5-8 p.m. today at the Eagle Funeral Home, 109 East St., Jonesville and 4-8 p.m. Monday at the Rannells Funeral Home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to the Alzheimers Association. To view this obituary or send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Nancy Ann Rohde “Nana,” age 55, of Adrian, passed away May 27, 2009. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Monday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will be today from 2 to 8 p.m. |
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Neva Gribble, 84, of Chiefland, Fla., went home to be with her Lord, April 24, 2009, in Trenton, Fla. She was born Neva Mae Hapner, Jan. 23, 1925, in Lincoln Township, Isabella County, Mich., to Carl and Teresa Hapner. She was preceded in death by husband Rex Potter in 1999 and husband Roy Gribble in 2004. She is survived by husband, Charles St. Clair, Chiefland Fla.; daughters, Janice (James) Gabbard of Homer, Carlotta (Terry) Rhodes of Dunnellon Fla.; grandchildren, Kimberly (Paul) Owen, Katrina (Brian) Boulton, Jennifer (Scott) McCostlin, Matthew (Candy) Rhodes, Amanda Gabbard and Randy Rhodes; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Donna (Earl) Gates, Jean Nunnallee, Beverly (Loren) Jennings; brothers, Leon (Lois) Hapner and Carl (Hazel) Hapner. She was preceded in death by sisters Zelma Gates, Ella Leonard and Marilyn Heathcott. Neva loved her family and made many friends in her travels, her church homes and her neighborhood. She attended Moscow Bible Church when she was in southern Michigan in the summers. There will be a memorial service 2 p.m. June 6 at Moscow Bible Church, 10751 Moscow Road, Moscow, Hillsdale County, located one half mile north of U.S. 12. |
Nick P. Lugowski Mayville Nick P. Lugowski, 74, of Mayville, passed away Thursday (May 28, 2009) at home with his family. Nick was born October 1, 1934, in Mayville, to Paul and Helen (Merenso) Luhouske. He married Patricia Ann Certo on November 15, 1958 at St. Clemens Catholic Church of Dearborn. He retired from Ford Motor Co. as a pipe fitter in the early 1980's and belonged to the Mayville Eagles #394 F&AM. Nick loved his family. He enjoyed woodworking, farming and mind teaser games. He is survived by his children, Stephanie (Mark) Sanders of Warren, Nick of Kingston, Cynthia (Steve) Freemire of Okemos, Joanna (Mark) Goodfellow of Fostoria, Helena (Joseph) Abbott of Silverwood; 16 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter; sister, Clara Kozchia of Warren. "We will miss him everyday." Nick was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia; son, Karl; brother, John; sisters, Anne, Mary, Dorothy and Lily. Memorial contributions may be made to Hometown Home Health & Hospice o |
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Norma Jean Kehoe, age 67, of Clinton passed away at her home on Friday, May 29, 2009. Norma was born on June 22, 1941, in Bridgewater to David L. and Virginia M. (Curtiss) Kehoe. Norma was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Clinton. She enjoyed being part of the Clinton Elementary School reading mentoring program. She loved spending time working in her yard and crocheting. Norma was an avid Detroit Tigers fan and enjoyed watching her grandkids play baseball, as well. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Norma is survived by her stepfather, Paul Schwab, of Manchester; one son, David Porter of Onsted; and three daughters Lisa (Roydon) Strom of Onsted, Marcy (Mark) Haggard of Clinton, and Pamela (John) Dean of Ypsilanti; one brother, Daniel (Thelma) Kehoe of Rochester, Mich.; one sister, Elaine (Jesse) Lopez of Troy, Mich., and seven grandchildren, Steven, Andrew, Lucas, Nathan, Ryan, Kevin and Marisa. Norma was preceded in death by her father, mother and one sister, Josephine. At her request, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 16, at 11 a.m. at St. Dominic Catholic Church, Clinton with Father Paul Ruddy as Celebrant. Rite of Committal will follow in St. Dominic Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Dominic Catholic Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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PATTY JEAN BARR PORT HURON Patty Jean Barr, age 39, of Port Huron, formerly of Carsonville, died Saturday, May 16, 2009 in Port Huron, Michigan. She was born June 2, 1969 in Deckerville, Michigan the daughter of Robert and Sally (Clark) Barr. Patty was a 1987 graduate of Carsonville - Port Sanilac High School. She worked as a Quality Inspector at Blue Water Automotive in Port Huron. She is survived by one son; Zachery Ty Ellis of Port Huron, one daughter;Catlian Ellis of Port Huron, mother and stepfather;Sally & Jon Aiuto of Port Sanilac, one brother; Allen Barr of Carsonville, one nephew; Justin Barr of Carsonville, her childrens father and friend;Toby Ellis of Port Huron, grandparents;Leonard & Barb Clark of Carsonville, mother-in-law and grandmother of her children;Connie Ellis of Sandusky. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Barr. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. John R. Allan officiating. Burial was at the Washington Twp. Cemetery in Carsonville. Memorial suggestions are requested to the family. Arrangements by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky. (810) 648-2244 |
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Peggy Ann Mruzek Died May 29, 2009 Sunday, May 31, 2009 1:04 AM |
Peggy A. Mruzek, 52, of New Boston, died May 29, 2009. |
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Peter Staal, 92, of Holland, died Tuesday, May 26, 2009. A remembrance will be held by Peter’s family. Arrangements are being made by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., 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. |
Phyllis L. Cohoon Phyllis L. Cohoon, 71, Harbor Beach passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2009 in the Huron County Medical Care Facility, Bad Axe. She was born September 24, 1937 in Welch, WV, the daughter of the late John and Evelyn (Clifford) Roberts. Phyllis is survived by one daughter, Vicki Morris, Zeeland. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory, Bay City. Interment will take place in White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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MERCER, Wis. -- Raymond Brossmer of Mercer died at home on May 24, 2009. |
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Robert R. Lehr July 3, 1939 -May 28, 2009 Saturday, May 30, 2009 2:48 AM |
Robert R. Lehr, age 69 of Paw Paw, Michigan, formerly of Monroe, died 1:05 a.m. Thursday at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo, Michigan |
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TROY, Mich. -- Roland C. Hallquist, 83, Troy, Mich., passed away peacefully of natural causes on Friday, May 29, 2009. |
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Rosemary Bedrosian Brooks, 83, of Grand Haven, died Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at her home. A private family service will take place at a later date. Arrangements are by the Klaassen Family Funeral Home in Grand Haven. |
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Rosemary Miller, age 59, of Colon, Mich., passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. Rosemary was born Nov. 15, 1949, in Alma, a daughter of the late LaVon Burton and Calvin Sutton. On Sept. 21, 1996, she married Ora Miller in Colon. Rosemary had lived all her adult life in Colon. She was a homemaker and had worked at several area nursing homes. She was a member of the Colon American Legion Auxiliary and Colon Lioness Club. She is survived by her husband, Ora Miller of Colon; two daughters, Kimberly J. (Phillip) Day of Burr Oak and Vicki (Shawn) Machan of Fennville; five grandchildren, Tori, Ryan, Parker, Arionna and Brogan; seven brothers and sisters; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Timothy A. McCartney, and a brother, Timothy Sutton. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.  A memorial service celebrating the life of Rosemary Miller will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon, with David J. Farrell officiating.  Private interment of cremains will take place at a later date in Lakeside Cemetery in Colon.  If desired, the family suggests memorials be made in memory of Rosemary to the American Cancer Society.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Sandy Lee Braspenick, 36, of Wakefield, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 25, 2009, in Wakefield, after an 18-year battle with mental illness. |
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Sister Judith Dutka, IHM March 22, 1946-May 3, 2009 Sunday, May 31, 2009 1:04 AM |
Sister Judith Dutka IHM, 63, died Saturday, May 30, 2009 in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe, Michigan. She has been under Mercy Memorial Hospice Care of Monroe. |
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Steven Vance Peterson, 57, of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at his home. He was born Jan. 22, 1952, in Coldwater to Sigurd and Geraldine (Dressel) Peterson. He was married Feb. 12, 1988 to Margaret Shaffer and she survives. Steven was a former employee of Marquardt L.L.C. of Livonia, and former longtime employee at Allied Products in Hillsdale. He was an avid bowler and former junior bowling coach in Coldwater. He loved the outdoors and was a fisherman and hunter. Survivors include his wife Margaret; daughter, Jo (Mike) Johnson of Kalamazoo; step-sons, Ian Bernard of Quincy and Aaron (Jennifer) Bernard of Osseo; five grandchildren; sisters, Jean (Jerry) Pottenger of Manchester, Ind., and Dawn (David) Wilcox of Quincy; brothers, David Peterson and Eric Peterson, both of Quincy. There will be a memorial vistation for Steven Peterson from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Private family interment will take place at Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township at a later date. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to St. Peter’s Free Medical Clinic. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Terry Nienhuis, 68, of Holland, died Thursday, May 28, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Services will be 1 p.m.  Monday, June 1, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. www.lakeshorememorial.com |
Thelma Mae Hamilton April 13, 1914-May 26, 2009 Thursday, May 28, 2009 11:47 AM |
Thelma Mae Hamilton, 95 years, of Newport, MI passed away, Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at Medilodge of Monroe where she was under the wonderful and caring hands of the Medilodge Staff, Dr. Joseph Hunt and Heartland Hospice. |
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PHILLIPS, Wis. -- Thomas J. Hoffman, 75, Phillips, Town of Worcester, died at his home of 57 years on Thursday, May 21, 2009. |
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Virgil F. Parker Feb. 12, 1926-May 30, 2009 Sunday, May 31, 2009 1:04 AM |
Virgil F. Parker, 83, a resident of Monroe, MI since 1943, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2009, at 2:05 AM in Mercy Memorial Hospital where he had been for the past 10 days. Virgil had been in declining health for the past year. |
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SYCAMORE, Ill. -- Virginia Angela Vida, 85, of Sycamore, died Thursday, May 21, 2009, at DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center in DeKalb. |
Virginia Mae Klauka North Branch Virginia Mae Klauka, 80, a lifetime North Branch area resident, passed away Thursday (May 21, 2009). She was born December 10, 1928, in North Branch, to Earl and Alie (Midgely) Porritt. She married Orville Klauka. Mrs. Klauka worked many years for North Branch area schools. She enjoyed quilting and working in her flower gardens. The Iris Garden she had was beautiful. Most importantly, Virginia loved her family, she was dedicated to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Robert (Diana) Klauka of Lapeer and Lorie (JD Munro) Callcut of North Branch; 5 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; brother, Gordon (Mary) Porritt of North Branch. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orville Klauka; daughter, Deborah Klauka; son, David Klauka; parents, Earl and Alice Porritt; siblings, Wayne Porritt, Mildred Firmingham, Alvin Porritt, Norma Jean Taylor and Raymond Porritt. Memorial contributions may be ma |
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WESLEY MAX NEWLOVE PECK Wesley Max Newlove, age 81, of Peck, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2009, after a long illness. He was born on June 4, 1927 in Melvin. He married Ruth Moran on December 22, 1979 in Memphis. Max served his country with the United States Army during WWII. He was a lifelong area farmer and was employed by Mueller Brass, Port Huron, for 22 years, L & L of Romeo for ten years and for Bluebird Enterprises until his retirement. Surviving in addition to his loving wife, Ruth of 29 years, are one son; Roy (Shannon) Newlove of California, two daughters; Debbie (Carl) Gordon of Croswell, Kathy (Andy) Lewis of Peck, nine grandchildren; Dustin (Cynthia) Newlove of New Jersey, Jonathan (Jessica) Newlove of California, Heather (Dennis) Terpelle of California, Rodney (Christy) Gordon of Croswell, Tracy (Michael) Slack of Comstock Park, Nicole (Theodore) Whitley of Croswell, Tiffany (Matt) Kern of Reese, Jeremy Kipp of Lincoln Park and Scott (Lesa) Lewis of Peck, twenty great-grandchildren with three more coming, two sisters; Jean Hastings and Marie Beadle, both of Port Huron along with numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Max was preceded in death by his parents; John Wesley Newlove on September 20, 1967 and Wealtha Ada Newlove (Lord) on May 14, 1933 as well as a sister, Leona Quinlan on July 4, 1998. He was bound to the land from the day of his birth, His roots anchored deep in the fertile earth, Nurtured, sustained by the soil he grew, And his life, like furrows ran straight and true. In faith each spring he planted the seeds, In hope to reap his family's needs, With patience he waited for the harvest to come, To gather the fruits of his labor home. Every turning seasons, the years sped past, Til the final harvest came at last, Then claimed anew by beloved sod, He gathered home to be with God. Max will be in his families hearts forever. Always loved, forever missed. Funeral services with the family honoring the memory of Max were held at Kaatz Funeral Home, Yale with Rev. Anthony Ferriell, pastor of Trinity Missionary Church, Yale officiating. Burial was at the Speaker Township Cemetery, Speaker Township. Memorials are suggested to "Wishes of the Family". For information and Guest Book - |
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William James Buckley, 80 of Coldwater, died on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at the family’s home, located at 481 Dorrance Road in Coldwater with a luncheon to follow. No other services will be held. William was born on Feb. 20, 1929 in Steuben County, Ind. to Martin and Gladys (Lang) Buckley. He married Dorothy Hanson on Feb. 20, 1947. William attended school in the Ft. Wayne area and moved to Branch County when he and Dorothy married. He hauled cars for the Ford Motor Company for over 40 years. He enjoyed woodworking and taking care of his yard. William loved people and was always there when someone needed help. His daughters remember him always fixing the family‚s cars. William is survived by his wife, Dorothy Buckley, his sons; Steven F. Buckley of Coldwater, Gerald A. Buckley of Sylvia, N.C., James C. Buckley of Quincy and Douglas G. (Angelina) Buckley of Belle Fourche, S.D., his daughters; Dale E.(Rob) Janusch of Beulah and Ginger K.(Bill) Acock of Coldwater, his brother, Martin T. Buckley of Coldwater, his sister Sadie Forrister of Coldwater, 13 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorials may be directed to Pines Senior Respite Services or Pines In-Home Services. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook. |
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