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Addie R. Stevens, age 90, of Battle Creek, went to be with the love of her life, the late Paul Stevens on June 20, 2009.  Addie was born Jan. 22, 1919, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Ervin and Emma (McKeever) Babcock.  She married Paul Stevens on Aug. 10, 1943, in Battle Creek and he preceded her in death on Nov. 9, 1999. Addie retired in 1970 after over 35 years of service working for: Dole, Michigan Bell, Kellogg, National Tea, Brenner’s Meat Market, and Meijer as head checker and bookkeeper.  She loved to be around her grandchildren and the love of her life, Paul.  Addie was a member of the Red Hatters at Evergreen and she enjoyed crocheting.  Addie is survived by her children: Ann Rugg of Ft. Myers, Fla., Chuck (SueAnn) Stevens of Ashley, Ind., Charlene (William) Durbin of White Pigeon, Mich., and Paula Mack of Battle Creek; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Rollo Babcock of Fla.; Two sisters, Dora Horvath and Donna Palmer, both of Battle Creek; and her special friend Ed Rice of Ft. Myers, Fla.  Besides her husband Paul, Addie was preceded in death by her son Pat Sells; two grandchildren, Thomas Rugg and Jackie Bresnahan; two great-granddaughters, Nickie Gipple and Sarah Cody; two sisters; and one brother.  A graveside funeral service will be held at 11 a.m.  Wednesdayat Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens, Battle Creek.  Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at the Royal Funeral Home, Battle Creek.  Burial will be in Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens.  Memorials in Addie’s name may be directed to Evergreen Senior Care & Rehab Center, Activities Dept., 111 Evergreen Rd., Springfield, MI 49037. |
Alexander and #147;AJ and #148; Bouziane Feb. 19, 2007-June 18, 2009 Sunday, June 21, 2009 12:05 AM |
Alexander “AJ” Bouziane Jr., age 2, was a bright ray of sunshine and an angel who loved to dance, loved to make his favorite animal sounds, and especially loved race cars. |
• Alice M. Ness, 94, of Traverse City, died June 18. Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Alice Vandenberg, age 89, of Livonia, died on June 20, 2009. A service to celebrate her life will be held on Monday, June 22 at 2:30 p.m. at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street, in Holland. Relatives and friends may visit with her family on Monday from 1:30 until the time of the service. She will be buried in Restlawn Memorial Gardens in Holland. For those who wish, memorial contributions to In House Hospice at 24293 Telegraph Rd., St. 102, Southfield, MI 48033 are appreciated.   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. |
Saturday, June 20, 2009 2:11 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Anton A. "Tony" Stano, 84, of 906 E. Pine St., Ironwood, died Wednesday evening, June 17, 2009, in Ironwood. |
Arleigh M. Hegarty Saginaw Arleigh M. Hegarty, 92, of Saginaw (formerly of Lapeer/Florida) passed away Wednesday (June 17, 2009). He was born January 25, 1917, in Houtzdale, Pa., to William T. and Alice (Hooper) Hegarty. He married Kathryn C. Owen on December 21, 1947 in New York. Arleigh proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He retired from General Motors Fisher Body Plant in 1977. Mr. Hegarty was a member of Calvary Bible Church, where he was recently baptized at the age of 90. In his youth, Arleigh enjoyed singing in barbershop quartets and special music groups that performed at local churches (he had a beautiful voice). Recently, he became interested in the Bruce Steffes' Medical Ministry- Mercy Ships Charity, that helps with medical needs around the world, especially in Africa. He is survived by his children, Sally (Ted) Seeger of Saginaw, Thomas (Amy) Hegarty of Richland, Wash., David (Rebecca) Hegarty of Downers Grove, Ill.; grandchildren, J |
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Arthur L. Steinman |
Arthur L. Steinman, 80, of Sebewaing and Englewood, Fla., died July 5, 2008., Cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral services. |
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Sunday, June 21, 2009 12:05 AM |
Bonk, Bernard, B., age 90, June 19, 2009 of Trenton. |
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Bertha Isom, age 47, of El Paso, Texas, formerly of Holland, passed away June 15, 2009, in El Paso of natural causes.   Services are being held in El Paso. |
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Betty Jean (Young) Bueter peacefully went home to her Lord and Savior on June 15, 2009, at Thurston Woods Nursing Center. Since 2002, Betty had been a resident of Thurston Woods Village where she has many friends among staff and residents. She was born in Muncie, Ind., on Feb. 17, 1924, to Alva Hugh and Gertrude Erwin (Crawford) Young. Betty graduated from Elkhart (Ind.) High School in 1942 and Englewood (Ill.) Hospital School of Nursing in 1946. She worked 25 years in the nursing profession. On Jan. 26, 1946, she married John Francis Bueter. They had four children: Cynthia Heffner; Rebecca Mulkey; Barbara Bueter; and David Bueter. Moving to Arizona in 1963, she lived there until 1984, one year after her husband died. She enjoyed sewing, restoring antique furniture, collecting jewelry, reading, and working crossword puzzles. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John; three sisters, Emma Elizabeth Torrence, Helen Amelia Mitchell, and Mary Louise Bowman; and a grandson, Andrew Gigax. Surviving are three grandsons, all named Michael! Michael Bernard, son of Cynthia; Michael Bueter, son of David; and Michael Ahlgren, stepson of Barbara. Also her niece, Linda (James) McKenzie; her nephew, Robert Mitchell; and several great-nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Third Order Carmelites, following the way of life of St. Theresa of Avila, in fraternity in Harrisburg, Pa., and later became an isolate in Michigan. She was very proud to be a lay volunteer with Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity in Gallup, N.M. during the late 1980s and was a past volunteer in jail ministry in Michigan and Pennsylvania. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in White Pigeon, Mich. A visitation will be held at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis, MI 49091, from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, where a Rosary will be held at 5:30 p.m.  A Catholic Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Fr. Richard Altine of Holy Angels Church, Sturgis, at 11 a.m. Friday. She will then be buried in St. Joseph Church cemetery in White Pigeon, Mich.   Memorial donations may be directed to the Missionaries of Charity. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.  Her obituary can be found at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.   |
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Betty L. Spahr, 83, of Sturgis passed away Friday evening at her home. She was born March 21, 1926 in Van Wert, Ohio the daughter of the late Elmer and Florence Hazel (Melchi) Potter. Betty had resided in Sturgis since 1977 after coming from Hillsdale. On April 7, 1946 she married Charles Spahr in Van Wert, Ohio. He died Nov. 23,1973. Betty was a dedicated wife, mother and homemaker and had done housekeeping for several business executives in the Hillsdale area. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Osseo and truly enjoyed raising her children and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by three daughters, Laura Childers of Hillsdale, Darlene Swihart of Sturgis and Kitty (Ernie) Miller of Elkhart, Ind.; three sons, Charles (Linda) Spahr of Cypress, Texas, Anthony (Jeanne) Spahr of Sturgis and Jeffery (Judy) Spahr of Houston, Texas; 32 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; two sisters, Patricia (Harold) Boyd of Urbana, Ohio and Katie Louth of Van Wert, Ohio and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and two daughters, Polly Hersha and Vicky Carpenter, two sisters, two brothers and two grandsons. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. Private family services will be held at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Home, 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 Mrs. Spahr’s memory consider Hospice of Sturgis, P.O. Box 126, Sturgis, MI 49091. 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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Beverly J. Schneider, 73, of Blissfield passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009, at the Kingston of Sylvania assisted living home in Sylvania, Ohio. Beverly was born on July 4, 1935, in Blissfield, the daughter of Walter and Doris (Smith) Marks.  She was married on Oct. 10, 1953, to Arthur E. Schneider, who preceded her in death in 2003.  Beverly loved her flowers and enjoyed gardening.  She worked many years assisting with the local election board in Blissfield. Surviving is her daughter, Cheryl (Rick) McGovern of Petersburg; daughter in law Debra Schneider of Sylvania; sisters Arlene Knoblauch of Blissfield and Shirley Hillman of Adrian; brother Ronald Marks of Gahanna, Ohio; and grandchildren Laura McGovern of Holy Oak, Mass., Kathryn McGovern of Petersburg, David Schneider of Toledo, and Sarah Schneider of Sylvania.   Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and son Charles “Chip” Schneider in 1994. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield, with the Rev. Gary Leking officiating.  Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery in Blissfield.  Visiting hours will be Monday from 5 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. |
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Carl Frederick Frost, of Portland, Ore., died June 20, 2009. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, June 25, 2009, at University Lutheran Church in East Lansing, 1020 South Harrison. The family is served by the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th Street, 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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Carmen Elyce Bloemendal, 6 months old, died Wednesday June 17, 2009.  Memorial services will be held for her at Lakeshore Memorial Services on Monday June 22. Visitation will be at 6:00 PM, followed by the funeral at 7:00 PM. There will be a private burial held at Restlawn Memorial Gardens, where she will be laid to rest in the Garden of Angels. Memorials can be directed to Flagstar Bank of 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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Carol Masters, 65, of Hudson and formerly of Waldron, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2009, at her home. She was born Feb. 28, 1944, in Bryan, Ohio to Rex and Grace (Sommers) Rininger. She was married Oct. 20, 1962, to Richard Masters and he preceded her in death in 1998. Carol was a member of the First Church of Christ, Waldron. She was a member of the Waldron Pythian Sisters Temple 74, serving as Michigan Grand Chief in 1995. Carol was a board member of the Waldron District Library. She worked as a secretary at Dana Corporation in the early 1970s. She had recently worked as a cook at Madden House for the Dominican Sisters in Adrian, retiring in 2008. Carol enjoyed family gatherings with her nieces and nephews, cooking for others and volunteering for various activities in the Waldron area. Survivors include three sons, Stanley (Alysia) Masters of Blissfield, Steven (Angela) Masters of Waldron and Michael (Jennifer) Masters of Hillsdale; 10 grandchildren: Alexis, Fletcher, Ethan, Elizabeth, Madeline, Aubrey, Elayna, Gabriel, Lincoln and Maverick; siblings, Deane (Kelly) Rininger of Standarsville, Va, Leroy (Betty) Rininger of Camden and Belinda (Chick) Campanella of Williams, Ariz. She was preceded in death by her father and a brother-in-law, David Livengood. Funeral services for Carol Masters will be at 11 a.m. Thursday  at the Waldron First Church of Christ with the Rev. John Masters officiating. Interment will follow at the Waldron Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Waldron First Church of Christ, Waldron District Library or Hospice of Lenawee. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Carol Mae Barto, age 66, of Adrian passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009, at her home surrounded by her family, after a brief battle with cancer. Carol was born Jan. 3, 1943, in Garfield Heights, Ohio, the daughter of John and Sophie (Augustyn) Jarzembowski.  She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Kent State University. On Sept. 18, 1965, Carol married Thomas W. Barto in Garfield Heights, Ohio.  Tom and Carol had 43 wonderful years of marriage. Carol began her teaching career in Sylvania, Ohio, at Stranahan Elementary School.  After raising her family, she returned to teaching and became a beloved English teacher at Adrian High School, where she served as Department Chair.  In July of 2005, Carol retired from Adrian Public Schools with over 20 years of service. Carol led a colorful life.  She loved being a grandmother most of all.  An additional recent passion was the Stubnitz Environmental Education Center where she volunteered.  She enjoyed winters in Florida with her sisters.  Summers at Catawba Island with her family and friends were very important to Carol.  She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. In addition to her husband, Carol is survived by three daughters, Audrey and her husband, William E. Wells III of Middletown, Md.; Lynne Barto of New Buffalo, Mich.; and Dr. Judith Barto Gwyer and her husband, David, of Richmond, Va.; and five grandchildren, Thomas, 10; Maddie, 9; Henry, 5; Joey, 3; and Theo, 1. Also surviving are two sisters, Henrietta (George) Baranski and Evelyn Stella, both of the Melbourne, Fla., area.  She was preceded in death by her parents. The funeral Mass for Carol will be held on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.  Burial will take place at Catawba Island Township Cemetery in Ohio, on Thursday at 3 p.m.  Friends may visit the family at Wagley Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m.  You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com.  Contributions in memory of Carol may be made to the Stubnitz Environmental Education Center.  Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. |
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 2:59 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Charles L. "Charlie" Matazel, 88, of 515 E. Vaughn St., Ironwood, died Wednesday, June 3, 2009, in Wakefield. |
Charlotte A. "Maude" Timmons, age 71, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2009 at her home in Beaverton. |
Christian A. Rappuhn Clarkston Christian A. Rappuhn, of Clarkston, passed away June 13, 2009, at 90 years young. He retired from GM Truck and Bus in 1974, with almost 40 years of service. Still active, he enjoyed the Detroit Tigers. He was the former husband of the late Evelyn (1988); dear father of Christ (Janice) Reppuhn, Robert, Gary, Jerry (Judy), Keith Rappuhn Deborah (John Jr.) Starr, Donna (Robert) Tarsi, Barry (JaDine) Rappuhn. One of 18 children, he is survived by his brothers, Henry Reppuhn and Harold Rappuhn, and sisters, Pauline (Harold) Fuller and Hilda Buono; also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday (June 17, 2009) at Coats Funeral Home, Waterford. Interment was at Ottawa Park Cemetery. |
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Christopher A. Renner, age 32 years, of Mt. Pleasant, formerly of Lenawee County, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2009, at Central Michigan Community Hospital in Mt. Pleasant. Private graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 22, 2009, in the Maple Shade Cemetery in Onsted with the Rev. Tom McMichael officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the Dunn Chapel, Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Onsted.   |
DANIEL ROY BABCOCK SANDUSKY Daniel Roy Babcock, age 49, of Sandusky, died Monday, June 8, 2009 at Port Huron Hospital in Port Huron, Michigan, after a long battle with liver disease. He was born July 23, 1959 in Marlette, Michigan the son of Thomas and Jeanette (Davidson) Babcock. Daniel worked for VitaPlus, Purina, Dairyland Seed and Farmers Petroleum. He is survived by two sons, Derrick Babcock of Fort Myers, Florida, Andrew Babcock of Alexandria, Virginia; his mother, Jeanette (Davidson) Babcock of Sandusky; father and stepmother,Thomas & Helen Babcock of Hastings; one brother, Robert (Kathy) Babcock of Marlette; one sister, Debbie Johnson of Chicago, Illinois; uncle & aunt, Paul & Barbara Davidson of Peck; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by brothers, Tom and Sam Babcock of Sandusky. Cremation has taken place at the May Memorial Crematory in Port Huron. Memorial services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Chaplain Max Amstutz officiating. Memorial suggestion to any organization of the Donors personal choice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com |
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DR. THOMAS A. DEANDA FORT GRATIOT TWP. Dr. Thomas A. Deanda D.C., age 61, of Fort Gratiot Twp., passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2009 after a ten year battle with heart disease. Tom was born May 17, 1948 to Mary and Paul Deanda. He grew up in Peck, Michigan with his sister, Linda and brothers, Dave, Bob and Chris. Tom married Cheryl Shaw on June 29, 1967. He then served in the U.S. Army in Korea during the Vietnam War. Together, Tom and Cheryl had two children, Teresa and Phillip. He moved his family to Marietta, Georgia to attend Life Chiropractic College. He graduated with his doctorate in 1982 and established Deanda Chiropractic Clinic in Port Huron, Michigan in 1982. Tom's life passion was helping people through the natural healing of Chiropractic. Tom is survived by his children, Teresa Deanda of Port St. Lucie, Florida, Phillip (Rochelle) De Anda of Clyde, Michigan; his grandchildren, Phillip Jr., Ethan and Jillian Deanda. He is also survived by his step-mother, Pearl Deanda of Peck, Michigan and siblings, Dave (Linda) Deanda of Troy, Michigan, Bob (Corrine) Deanda of Niles, Michigan and Linda (James) Black of Sandusky, Michigan. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Chris. The funeral service was held at the Smith Family Funeral Home, Port Huron with Evangelist Paul Smith officiating. Contributions may be made in Tom s memory to the charity of the donor s choice. To send condolences, please visit smithfamilyfuneralhome.com |
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Deborah Walker-Bellet Dec. 18, 1954-June 18, 2009 Sunday, June 21, 2009 12:04 AM |
Deborah Ilene Walker-Bellet of Spring Hill, Florida lost a valiant fight with cancer on June 18, 2009 at Hernando Pasko Hospice (HPH) Care Center in Hudson, Florida. |
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Monday, June 22, 2009 2:14 AM |
WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Dixon Lee Giackino, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, 17, died Saturday, June 20, 2009, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Wausau, Wis., as the result of an ATV accident. |
Dorethy O. Crouch, age 84, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2009 in Gladwin, at the Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. |
Doris Ann Huber Sept. 4, 1932-June 18, 2009 Saturday, June 20, 2009 1:54 AM |
Doris Ann Huber, age 76, passed away on June 18, 2009. Daughter of Arthur and Luella (Moore) Marx, born September 4, 1932 in Toledo, Ohio. |
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Dorothy L. Ballenberger, age 93, of Adrian died Friday, June 19, 2009, at Provincial House. Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian. |
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Edmund E. Mathewson Oct. 15, 1919-June 19, 2009 Saturday, June 20, 2009 1:54 AM |
SOUTH ROCKWOOD — Edmund Edgar Mathewson, 89, of South Rockwood, died Friday. |
Edmund Edgar Mathewson Oct. 15, 1919-June 19, 2009 Sunday, June 21, 2009 12:04 AM |
Edmund Edgar Mathewson, age 89, of Riverview, died June 19, 2009 in his home. |
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Elmer Bos, age 87, of Zeeland died Sunday, June 21, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. A funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at North Street Christian Reformed Church 20 East Main Street in Zeeland.  Visitation will be from 6-8 PM, on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 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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Esther E. Dunlap, 94, of Reading, passed away Monday, June 15, 2009 at Covenant Care in Reading. She was born January 9, 1915 in Rimer, Ohio to George B. and Lydia (Patton) Rimer. She was married to Perl Dunlap and he preceded her in death in 1971. Esther is survived by a daughter-in-law, Jane Dunlap of Angola, Ind.; two grandsons, Steven (Pam) Dunlap of Angola, Ind. and Bradley (Iva) Dunlap of Eugene, Ore.; great grandchildren, Wendy, Logan and Jacob of Angola, Ind.; a brother Richard Rimer of Columbus Grove, Ohio; two sisters, Ruth of North Carolina and Shirley of Alabama; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her husband Perl, she was preceded in death by her parents; a son Jack, a brother Donald, and five sisters Marian, Mildred, Myrtle, Freda and Norma. A graveside service for Esther E. Dunlap will be held at 10: a.m. Saturday, June 20  at Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township with Pastor Don Lee officiating. There will be no visitation or calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those considering an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to Covenant Care AFC, 7051 Long Lake Road, Reading, MI 49274. To view this obituary or send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 3:02 AM |
RACINE, Wis. -- Eugene M. "Gene" Hagemann, 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 13, in Racine, surrounded by his family. |
Fay J. Anderson Lapeer Fay J. Anderson, 78, of Lapeer, passed away Saturday (July 13, 2009) at Lapeer Regional Hospital. Fay was born July 30, 1930, in Phoenix, Mich., the daughter of the late Matt and Lydia Miller. She later married Wesley Anderson on August 16, 1947 in Fulton, Mich. Fay was a member of the First Apostolic Lutheran Church in Farmington and was a short story writer. She loved doing word searches, gardening, attending craft shows, looking at art, and enjoyed all animals. In her youth, she was quite the figure skater. Fay is survived by her husband of 61 years, Wesley; children, Lynn Crall, Janel Anderson, Wes Anderson, Sherri Osse and Matthew Anderson; sister, Grace Miller; grandchildren, Amanda, Adam, Aaron, Daniel and Evan; great-grandchildren, Graycie, Dominik and Alyssa; close friends, Orley Faletti and Rose Harris. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Daniel; siblings; Marjorie, Virginia, Daniel and Barbara. Memorials may be made to Par |
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Frances Mazur, 78, passed away after a long illness on Wednesday, June 10, 2009 in Gladwin. |
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Francis Amiot, 64, of Monroe died Saturday at home. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
Frank J. Pieper, Jr. |
Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
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Frank Lynn Kershner, 72, of Apex, NC, died Friday, June 19 2009, at Rex Hospital, Raleigh. Mr. Kershner was born in Three Rivers, Mich., on April 2, 1937, to Lewis O. Kershner and Ethelynn Stevens Kershner. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at Apex United Methodist Church, 100 S. Hughes St., Apex. Burial will follow in the Apex Cemetery. Frank is survived by his wife, Susan Day Kershner; children, Stephen Kershner and wife Katie of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; and Shari Campbell of Apex; grandchildren, Rachel French, Sarah Campbell, Rebekah Campbell, and Emma Kershner; and a great-granddaughter, Cami French. He is also survived by his sister, Sherrill Ingram and husband Dave of Orlando, Fla.; and brothers: Steve Kershner and wife Diane, and Tod Kershner and wife Linda, all of Sturgis, Mich. The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. today, June 22, 2009, at Apex Funeral Home, 550 W. Williams St. (Hwy 55), Apex. Memorials may be made to Apex United Methodist Church, 100 S. Hughes St., Apex, NC,  27502, or to a charity of one’s choice. Please sign the guest book at www.apexfuneral.com. |
GENEVIEVE STASKIEWICZ SANDUSKY Genevieve Staskiewicz, age 94, of Sandusky, passed away Monday, June 8, 2009 in Port Sanilac. She was born November 13, 1914 in Manchester, New Hampshire, daughter of the late Anthony and Annoitte (Pupka) Bielkie. She married Stanley Staskiewicz on January 19, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan. He passed away June 1, 2000. Genevieve was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Sandusky. She is survived by one daughter, Joanne (Richard) Schaffner of Port Sanilac; three sons, Donald (Kathy) Staskiewicz of Spring Lake, Robert (Debbie) Staskiewicz of Port Sanilac, Richard (Cindy) Staskiewicz of Wyoming; thirteen grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Helen Bielkie, Wanda Fortushniak and Celia Novak; three brothers, Joseph, Edward and Zigmond Bielkie. Funeral Mass was held at the St. Joseph Church, Sandusky with Fr. Charlie Hammond, Sandusky officiating. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, Sandusky, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Leader Dog School (C/O Port Sanilac Lions Club P.O. Box 11 Port Sanilac, MI 48469), Sanctuary of Marydale, in Port Huron or to the Heartland Hospice, Bad Axe. Arrangements made by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. |
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Gladys I. Mason Sept. 6, 1937-June 18, 2009 Saturday, June 20, 2009 1:54 AM |
Gladys I. Mason, 71, of Monroe died at 9:20 p.m. Thursday at St. Luke’s Hospital, Toledo. |
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Gladys I. Mason, 71, of Monroe died at 9:20 p.m. Thursday at St. Luke’s Hospital, Toledo. |
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Glen “Gene” Fuller, age 85 of Mecosta, formerly of Jonesville, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, June 16, 2009.  He was born May 26, 1924, at home in North Adams to Glenn and Clara (Davis) Fuller.  Gene graduated from Litchfield High School in 1943.  He married June L. Burnett on May 6, 1945, in Mosherville where the young couple made their first home and Gene farmed and did carpentry work. They later moved to Jonesville where June and Gene lived for nearly 40 years. Gene was the supervisor of Buildings and Grounds at Hillsdale College where he worked for more than 15 years.  In 1981 Gene accepted a position as supervisor for HVAC at Ferris State University and moved to the Mecosta area. He retired over 20 years ago, but Gene has never really retired.  He owned and operated a popular small engine repair business out of his home. Gene was always an active member in the community in which he lived. He was the Past Master of Masonic Blue Lodge in Jonesville; he was Past Patron Vesper Chapter 329 O.E.S. and past president of Hillsdale Bowmen. Gene was a member of the Barryton Conservation Club; he held various offices in the Mosherville Grange; a former member of Grace Episcopal Church in Jonesville, and very dedicated and active member of the Faith United Methodist Church in Barryton. Gene loved the outdoors; he was an avid hunter and master fisherman.  He enjoyed camping and his hobby was restoring old John Deere Tractors. Gene will always be remembered as a good and kind man who was completely devoted to his wife, family and friends. He is survived by his beloved wife of a remarkable 64 years, June Fuller of Mecosta; five children, Nancy (Richard) Chase of West Bend, Wis., Linda (Hal) Ward of DeWitt, Robert (Karen) Fuller of Six Lakes, James (Becky Graham) Fuller of Reading, Mich., Stephen (Mike Frickman) Fuller of Plymouth; daughter-at-heart, Kelly Kielce of Elkhart, Ind.; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a brother Duane (Jean) Fuller of Hillsdale; maternal aunt Wanetta Royston of Jonesville and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his in-laws, Bennett and Ellen Burnett, a brother, Robert Fuller and a sister, Lucille Bennett. Funeral services will take place 11 a.m. Saturday, June 20 at Faith United Methodist Church in Barryton with Pastor James Hulett officiating.  The family will greet friends on Friday, June 19 at the Daggett Funeral Home in Barryton from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m.  Burial will be at the Mosherville Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Gene’s name may be made to the Faith United Methodist Church in Barryton. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com |
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Glenna Jean Smith, age 70, of Hudson, passed away, June 19, 2009, at home, surrounded by her family. She was born Nov. 20, 1938, in Rockbridge, Ohio, the daughter of Ernest and Evelyn (Fisher) Grimm. On Feb. 2, 1963, she married Jack Smith, and he survives.   In addition to her husband, Jack, she is survived by her children; Jack Smith, Jr., James (Jennifer) Smith and William (Laura) Smith, eleven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; four sisters, Mary (Jerry) Roth, Dorothy Roth, Sharon (John) Dumult and Cheryl Johnson, and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Evelyn; her daughter, Dawn Johnson; five brothers, Harold, Robert, Billy, Ted and Jack; and one sister, Betty. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 22, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at  www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
HELEN M. WILLIAMS PORT SANILAC Helen M. Williams, age 92, of Port Sanilac, died Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility. She was born October 15, 1916 in Detroit, daughter of the late Alfred and Mary (Rupp) Nuffer. She and Robert W. Williams were married on September 8, 1933 in Detroit.. He died December 10, 2008. Helen graduated at the Southeastern High School in Detroit, and attended Wayne State University. She received a B.A. in nursing at Henry Ford Community College of Nursing. She was a Registered Nurse. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, it's Altar Guild and Women's Guild and sang in the choir. She was active in Project Blessing, the Red Cross and worked with Project Head Start. Surviving are two daughters, Judith (Ron) Strnad of Port Sanilac and Norma (Donald) Grimes of Harbor Beach; one son, Robert Lawrence 'Larry' Williams of Casco; three sisters, Gladys Sheill, Shirley Peppler and Esther Bentin; ten grandchildren and twenty-five great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Trinity Episcopal Church, Lexington with The Rev. Rick Schark officiating. Burial was in the Port Sanilac Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Lexington. |
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Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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Henry A. “Hank” Hyska, age 89, of Bronson ,died Saturday evening, June 20, 2009, at his home.  He had been in failing health. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Prayers before Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson.   The family will receive friends at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 2 – 8 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Memorial donations are suggested to St. Mary School or to the Bronson Food Pantry. |
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JAMES E. O'MORROW SANDUSKY James E. O'Morrow Sr., age 79, of Sandusky, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 13, 2009 at McKenzie Memorial Hospital in Sandusky, Michigan. He has lived in Sandusky most of his life and was previously from the Peck area. He was born February 19, 1930 in Peck, son to the late Arthur and Edith (Fletcher) O'Morrow. He graduated from Peck High School in 1946, where he was his class Valedictorian. He married Erma Lord August 22, 1953 in Bay City. She passed away March 3, 1998. He re-married Jean Lord July 10, 1994 in Sandusky. James founded & operated Sanilac Steel in Marlette from 1967 until his retirement in 2000. He also served on the Sanilac County Road Commission for many years. He enjoyed golfing, gardening, spending winters in Fountain Hills, Arizona and most of all, his family. He is survived by his wife, Jean of Sandusky; one son, James Jr. (Barbara) O'Morrow of Davison; one daughter, Susan (Gerard) Miller of Fenton; one stepson, Kenny (Becky) McCanham of Bad Axe; three stepdaughters, Cindy McCanham & fianc e Cliff of Peck, Brenda Alexander of Peck and Vicky (Roger) Elsholz of Sandusky; one sister, Aileen Johnston of Peck; ten grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Erma, son, Edward and sister, Virginia Johnston. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Sandusky. Burial will be in the Elk Township Cemetery in Peck. Memorials may be donated to Sandusky Methodist Church, Senton Cancer Center or Boys Town. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Sandusky, Michigan. www.marshfuneral.com |
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Jerome A. "Jerry" Vogel 1929-2009 Jerome A. "Jerry" Vogel, 79, Rosebush, passed away at his home on Friday, June 12, 2009 surrounded by his family after a nine month battle with brain cancer. He was born on November 5, 1929 in Helena, son of George and Clara (Essenmacher) Vogel. He served in the U.S. Army from 1951-1953 during the Korean Conflict. On August 23, 1958 he married Janice Fountain at St. Michael Catholic Church, Remus. He owned and operated Jerry's Transmission Service since 1970, first in Mt. Pleasant and later in Rosebush. He belonged to the American Legion 383 in Rosebush, of which he was Commander for the past 19 years. He was also a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, Rosebush. Jerry enjoyed working in his yard and tending to his garden and fruit trees. He was fond of playing cards, polka music and attended many Sunday dances. But most of all he loved his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who will miss him dearly. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Janice; 15 children, David (Pamela) Vogel, Rosebush, Joan Vogel, Beaverton, Donna (Thomas) Fox, Beal City, Judith (Dennis) Haag, Lenox Township, Deborah (Charles) Novak, Longmont, Col., Gerard (Linda) Vogel, Mt. Pleasant, Francis (Sandra) Vogel, Winn, Phillip (Amy) Vogel, Rosebush, Barbara (Robert) Vandaveer, Clare, Bernard (Anna) Vogel, Mt. Pleasant, Marilyn (Gregory) Gray, Clare, Matthew (Kimberly) Vogel, Mt. Pleasant, Marie (Don) Johnson, Daphne, Ala., Denise Vogel, Rosebush and Jane West, Chesapeake, Va.; 39 grandchildren, Andrea and Peter Vogel, Angela (Harley) Ferree, Aaron, Joel and Joshua Schocknesse, Patrick and Michael Fox, Ryan, Rachel, Christopher and Adam Haag, Emily and Quincy Novak, Marcus and Whitley Vogel, Kristina (Matthew) Saxton and Todd Vogel, Katherine, Sylvia and Gabrielle Vogel, Clayton and Remington Vandaveer, Quinten and Haileigh Vogel, Vincent, Samantha, Sarah, Cecilia, Benjamin and James Gray, Matthew Reinke, Natalie and Claire Vogel, Nina Hohlbein and Olivia Johnson, Jacquilin, Joseph and Jasmine West; 10 great-grandchildren, Jaxson, Andrew and Ava Ferree, Thomas, Hunter, Blake and Logan Schocknesse, Cecilia Haag, Kordell Vogel and Seth Saxton; three brothers, Raymond Vogel, Helena, Daniel (Millie) Vogel, Minden City and Herbert (Patricia) Vogel, Helena; one sister, Rosse (Doug) Banker, Sandusky and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Marcus and a sister, Lillian. A Mass of Christian Burial took place Monday, June 15, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Fr. Michael Fountain OFM Cap. presided. Interment was held in St. Henry Cemetery with full Military Honors. Arrangements were handled by the Charles R. Lux Family Funeral Home, Mt. Pleasant. To send a condolence to the family or view his video tribute, visit www.CharlesRLux.com. |
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John Bosch, age 43, of Zeeland, died Saturday, June 20, 2009, at Hospice House after a battle with cancer. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Wednesday at the Vreisland Reformed Church with the Reverends James Zinger and Tim Wilson officiating. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8pm Tuesday at the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 East 16th St., Holland. Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.    Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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LYMAN, Wyo. -- Johnnie Thomas Buckallew, 55, of Lyman, formerly of Ironwood, Mich., lost his lengthy battle with cancer on June 15, 2009, with his loving wife, Karen, and daughter, Sara (Doug) by his side. |
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For the final time on Earth, Jon Raleigh Steffey, lovingly and gently kissed his "Little Princess" and, said, as he always did each time either of them left the house, "I love you! Be careful!" With contentment and joy in his spirit and soul, Jon said good-bye to his wife, Lorna Sue LaBelle-Steffey, on June 10, 2009. Jon was born to Mary Ellen and Robert Steffey (both deceased) on July 1, 1946, in Coldwater. He and Lorna (Sue) were married on Jan. 27, 1999, in Alexandria, Va., and, again, on July 30, 1999, in Coldwater. The couple lived joyfully in Alexandria, Va., before moving, permanently, to Wilmington, N.C. in 2004. During his life in Alexandria and Wilmington, Jon, ever-giving and humble, was deeply cherished and admired by his wife and many "families" – his neighborhood "families", his Home Depot "family" (where he was employed at the time of his death), and his Pine Valley Elementary School "family". Jon is survived by his wife, Lorna Sue Labelle-Steffey and his "sweet babies", "Bailey Boo" and "Hurley Too" all of Wilmington; Pam Lippert (sister), Holly Kelly and Becky Gonzalez (nieces) and Belicia Gonzalez (great-niece), Andrew and Jessica AcMoody (children), Greg Ware and Michelle Hulliberger (step-children), all of whom reside in Michigan. A celebration of Jon’s life will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2009, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel, 4108 South College Road, Wilmington, N.C. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Jon’s Memory Garden, the New Hanover Humane Society, 2405 North 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401, the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA, 23058, or Carolina Organ Procurement. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com. |
Joseph Frank Chalupka April 28, 1937-June 18, 2009 Friday, June 19, 2009 11:55 AM |
Joseph Frank Chalupka, age 72, of Maybee, died June 18, 2009 in his home. |
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PHELPS, Wis. -- Josephine "Phenie" Mary Wasson, 96, of Phelps, Wis., and formerly of Watersmeet, Mich., died Tuesday, June 16, 2009, at Aspirus Lillian E. Kerr Nursing Home. |
June Elizabeth Edgett Davison June Elizabeth Edgett, 36, of Davison, passed away Friday (June 12, 2009) in the comforts of her home and surrounded by her loving family. She was a lifetime resident of the Lapeer/Davison area. June loved everyone and in return, she was also loved by everyone. She enjoyed playing bingo and cards with her family and friends. June's passion was her children. They were her life and there was nothing she wouldn't do for them. She is survived by her daughters, Bethany and Emily; mother, Elizabeth Edgett; brothers, Frank (Tammy) Edgett and Joey Edgett; sisters, Tammy (Richard) Gonzalez, Loretta (Scott) Ide, Julie Edgett, Jennifer (Paul) Arnott; many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends; special uncle, Jerry Edgett; special friend, Leo Tolbert. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Edgett; brother, Simon Edgett; niece, Sarah Edgett-Dickinson; grandmother, Elizabeth June Judd. Funeral services were held Tuesday (June 16, |
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Kathy Irene Wolfe, age 52 of Beaverton, lost her long hard fight to diabetes at her home on June 14, 2009. When God saw her getting tired and no cure was meant to be, he put His arms around Kathy and whispered, "Kathy, come home with me". |
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Leo David Bischoff, age 59, of White Pigeon, Mottville Twp., passed away Friday, June 19, 2009, at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, Ind. He was born in Ottawa Lake, Mich., on May 3, 1950, a son of Lyle James and Joseanna (Cox) Bischoff. Leo graduated from Whiteford High School in 1968, and graduated in 1972 from Ferris State University where he also played football. On Nov. 24, 1979, he married  Joella “JoDea”  Eidenier. Leo worked as a high school auto mechanics teacher, first at Saginaw Buena Vista High School, then for 22 years at Niles Community Schools. He later taught at the Branch Area Career Center for 10 years, from which he retired in August 2008. Leo had been affectionately known as the “Bishop” and the “Talented Mr. Bischoff.” He enjoyed pulling horses and logging. Leo belonged to many horse pulling societies including the Monroe Ponypulling Association, Michigan Pony Dynamometer Association, Tri-State Ponypullers, Bits & Harness, Lakeshore Ponypulling Association, Central Ohio Ponypullers, Iowa Horsepulling Association, Wisconsin Ponypulling Association, Great Lakes Pulling Association, Michigan Horse Dynamometer Association, Michigan Horsepulling Association, Michigan Horsepulling Boat Association, and the Buckeye Horsepulling Association. Surviving Leo are his parents; wife Joella “JoDea” Bischoff; sons, Dacon Lyle Bischoff and Dalton Lee Bischoff, all of White Pigeon; sisters, JoAnn (Jerry) Long, Suzanne (Dan) Keller, and Juanita (Louis) Strahan, all of Ottawa Lake, Mich.; brother, James (Donna) Bischoff of Houghton Lake, Mich.; mother-in-law Inella Eidenier, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a nephew Tom Long. Relatives and friends will be received at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine from 5-8 p.m. today and noon - 2 p.m. where Religious Services will follow Tuesday at 2 p.m. with Deacon Larry Kasuboski officiating. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Waldron Cemetery in Waldron, Mich. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to  B.A.C.C. Skills USA Leo Bischoff Memorial Fund or American Cancer Society - MI Chapter, c/o Eley Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 27, Constantine, MI 49042. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
Leo David Bischoff May 3, 1950-June 19, 2009 Sunday, June 21, 2009 12:04 AM |
Leo David Bischoff, 59, of White Pigeon, Mottville Twp., passed away Friday, June 19th, 2009 at the Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, IN. |
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Levi S. Curey, 89, lifelong resident of Litchfield, died Sunday, June 14, 2009 at the Homeview Nursing Home in Franklin, Ind. Funeral arrangements are pending at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield. |
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Lillian Marinthia Rinehart, age 88, of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 13, 2009, at the Cass County Medical Facility.  She was born on Oct. 15, 1920, the daughter of Samuel D. and Lillian (Reynolds) Mitterling. Lillian truly loved to work with her hands crocheting, making doilies and quilts for her family.  She was employed as a secretary for the Chapel Hill Missionary Church for more than 20 years and was loved and adored by her family and friends.  Mrs. Rinehart was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles W. Rinehart; one daughter, Lillian Dora Ramsey; and two sisters, Helen and Bertha. She leaves to cherish her memory, three sons, Marvin James (Linda) Rinehart, Henry Dean (Joyce) Rinehart, and Charles Wilbur (Korinna) Rinehart, of Willamina, Ore.; 11 grandchildren, Sean, Shannon, Edward, Christopher, Daniel, Lisa, Rachel, Brandon, Audrey, Marsena and James; one son-in-law, George Ramsey; and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the Hohner Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at noon on Friday at the Hohner Funeral Home, with Rev. Ken Bontreger officiating. Interment will be held in Bethel Cemetery, Union, Mich. Memorials may be donated to Cass County Medical Facility. |
Lori Ann Schliter, age 56 of Alger, passed away Thursday June 11, 2009 at St. Mary's of Michigan Standish Hospital. |
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Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
Lucille M. Scoviac 1951-2009 Lucille Marie Scoviac, 57, Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, June 8, 2009 at Bay Regional Medical Center, Bay City. She was born on October 31, 1951 in Detroit to the late Edward and Delores (DelPomo) Biniecki. Lucy and Kenneth Scoviac were united in marriage on July 22, 1972. She was a member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church. She loved being with her grandchildren, going for bike rides and walks, working on crossword puzzles and going to the movies. She is survived by her husband Kenneth Scoviac, Harbor Beach; three children, Edward Scoviac, Harbor Beach, Tammy (Michael) Zick Sr., Bad Axe and Gary Scoviac and fiance Charlene Klemzak, Harbor Beach; six grandchildren, Jamie, Samantha, Michael Jr., Athena, Brittany and Kurt; three brothers and three sisters, Ronald Biniecki, Fraser, Diana (Randy) Malone, Texas, Patricia Muraszewski, Warren, Dennis (Nancy) Biniecki, Garden City, Martin Biniecki, Peck and Kathy (Chuck) Mason, Sandusky; an aunt, Rose Hafner, Clinton Township and mother-in-law, Irene Scoviac, Harbor Beach. She was preceded in death by one son, Joseph Scoviac in 1973. Funeral Mass was held Friday, June 12, 2009 at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home Inc., Harbor Beach. |
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Luther Hicks Sept. 25, 1926-June 18, 2009 Saturday, June 20, 2009 1:54 AM |
Luther H. Hicks, 82, of Roscommon passed away Thursday, June 18, at 2009 at West Branch Regional Medical Center. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Margaret R. Mukavitz, 84, of 612 E. McLeod Ave., Ironwood, died Thursday morning, June 18, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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Mary Lou Baldwin, 70 of Coldwater died Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at the Laurels of Coldwater. A service will be held on Friday, June 19, 2009 at 1 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with visitation to be held prior to the service beginning at 11 a.m. Interment of ashes will be at Ft. Custer in Augusta, at a later date. Mary was born Sept. 14, 1938 in Coldwater to Leo and Juanita (Groves) Bercaw. She was married to Martin Cuyler and later married DeWayne Baldwin in 1993, who preceded her in death on March 29, 2005. Mrs. Baldwin was the head cook at the Angola Holiday Inn for many years, she had also worked at the 105 Lounge in Coldwater. Mary loved to play bingo and cook, she also enjoyed coaching her daughter’s softball teams in her younger years and coin collecting. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. Mrs. Baldwin was preceded in death by both husbands and her brother, Merle “Leo” Bercaw. She is survived by her daughter, Kathy “Kasey” (Brad) Austin of Angola, Ind., her sister Betty Bercaw of Union City, grandson Tony Cuyler of Indiana and great-grandsons, Anthony Dawud Cuyler of Pleasant Lake, Ind. and Jacob Anthony Cuyler of Portage. Memorials may be directed to the American Lung Association. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
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Mary Stoll, 60, went to be with her Lord, Saturday, June 13, 2009 after an eight-month fight with Leukemia. She was at home surrounded by both family and friends. Mary was born Jan. 22, 1949 in Washington, Ind. to David L. and Edith (Raber) Stoll of Jerome, who survive her. Mary is also survived by her loving husband of 40 years, the Rev. Donald Eugene Stoll; one daughter, Pamela Sue Stoll of Jerome; one son, Brian Eugene and Rebecca June Stoll of Jonesville; three beautiful grandchildren, Timothy Andrew Stoll (8 years old), Grace Rebecca Stoll (5 years old) and Jonathon David Stoll (2 years old); three brothers, Abraham and Rosemary Stoll of North Adams, Levi D. and Sondra Stoll of Jerome,  and David, Jr. and Lois Ann Stoll of Jonesville; six in-law families, John D. and Barbara Stoll, Zetta and Joe Lengacher, Delbert and Dorothy Stoll, Howard and Mary Stoll, Ruby and Paul Miller and Mary (Chuck) Stoll; and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one brother, Joseph Stoll.            Mary gave her heart to Jesus as a young woman. She served along side her loving husband in the ministry for over 24 years. They served with Gospel Echoes Team Prison Ministry as part of the Family Ministry Team of Goshen, Indiana, Midland Mennonite Church, Midland, Michigan, Perryton Mennonite Church, Perryton, Texas and in many Prison Crusades with Gospel Express Evangelistic Team in South Carolina and Florida.            Mary was a member of Sunrise Chapel Mennonite Church in Harlan, Ind., and she spent much of her time in prayer for the family she loved and for anyone who would ask. Many people would stop her and Don on the street and ask them to pray for them, which she did, on the spot.       Mary was a cook and many would say a chef. She always shared her wonderful gift with everyone by baking pies, bread, cinnamon rolls, donuts and making candy for everyone at Christmas time. She never brought guests to the table and sent them away hungry. Many people were blessed at her table.         Mary will be missed by her family and friends. Now she is with the Lord singing in His beautiful choir in Heaven. Mary would have wanted everyone to remember her happy and smiling and sharing the love of Jesus Christ our Savior.         “My Jesus, My Savior, I know Thou art mine.”     A funeral service to honor the life of Mary Stoll will be held at the Bird Lake Wesleyan Missionary Church, (7228 S. Bird Lake Road in Osseo) on Tuesday, June 16 beginning at 10 a.m. with Pastor Lael Barkman and Pastor Dean Stoll officiating. Interment will follow in the Stoll Cemetery in Jerome,with Pastor Ed Graber officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale from 5-8 p.m. today. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605 |
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GILE, Wis. -- Matthew Thomas Worthington, infant son of Scott and Melissa (Nasi) Worthington of Gile, went to be with the Angels on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, at Memorial Medical Center in Ashland. |
Maurice L. Halstead, 86, of Rotunda West, Florida, formerly of Fountain, went to be with his Lord on February 18, 2009 at his home. Graveside services will be held for Maurice at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jun... |
McKinley Kendrick June 19, 2009 Saturday, June 20, 2009 1:54 AM |
BRITTON — McKinley Kendrick, 67, of Britton, formerly of Dundee, died Friday at his home. |
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Melvin Arthur “Art” Vande Water, 64, of Sault Ste. Marie, died Monday, June 15, 2009, in Traverse City. Visitation was Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at his home, 4665 Nicolet, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Private family memorial services will be held at a later date in Holland. |
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Michael D. “Wolfie” Wolfinger, age 62, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Tuesday morning, June 16, 2009, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born May 29, 1947, in Coldwater, a son of Russell and Florence (Miner) Wolfinger.  He had been a resident of Burr Oak since 2000, moving there from Bronson. On July 27, 1971, he married Martha Kintigh in Coldwater. He was a detailer and a mechanic working several years for Dave Smith Pontiac in Sturgis and he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and attending auctions, especially in Allen and Hillsdale. Surviving are his wife, Martha; four children, Ruby (Clayton) Walters of Colon, Mike (Joline) Wolfinger of Burr Oak, Missy (Rick) Nelson of Bronson and Billy (Cindy) Wolfinger of Union City; nine grandchildren, James, Shawna, Monica, Kendra, Branden, Adrian, Marissa, Austin and Dakota; five brothers, Keith Wolfinger of Colon, Don Wolfinger of Coldwater, Dale Wolfinger of Colon, Steve Wolfinger of Quincy and Leon Wolfinger of Sherwood; and his mother, Florence Wolfinger of Bronson. He was preceded in death by his father, Russell, in August 2008. The family will receive friends and relatives from 1-3 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes  Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. A graveside service celebrating the life of Michael “Wolfie” Wolfinger will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the Burr Oak Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be directed to the family. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.     |
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Michael D. “Wolfie” Wolfinger, age 62, of Burr Oak, passed away Tuesday morning June 16, 2009 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born May 29, 1947 in Coldwater, a son to Russell and Florence (Miner) Wolfinger. He has been a resident of Burr Oak since 2000 moving there from Bronson. On July 27, 1971 in Coldwater, he married Martha Kintigh. He was a detailer and a mechanic working several years for Dave Smith Pontiac in Sturgis, and he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and attending auctions, especially in Allen and Hillsdale. Surviving are his wife: Martha; children: Ruby (Clayton) Walters of Colon, Mike (Joline) Wolfinger of Burr Oak, Missy (Rick) Nelson of Bronson, and Billy (Cindy) Wolfinger of Union City; grandchildren: James, Shawna, Monica, Kendra, Branden, Adrian, Marissa, Austin and Dakota; brothers: Keith Wolfinger of Colon, Don Wolfinger of Coldwater, Dale Wolfinger of Colon, Steve Wolfinger of Quincy, and Leon Wolfinger of Sherwood; and his mother: Florence Wolfinger of Bronson. He was preceded in death by his father: Russell, in August of 2008. The family will receive friends and relatives from 1-3 p.m., Friday, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes - Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091.  A graveside service celebrating the life of Michael “Wolfie” Wolfinger will be held at 4 p.m., Friday, at the Burr Oak Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the family, envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.# |
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Mildred (Wilcox) Gezelman passed away Jan. 4, 2009, in Florida. She was born July 2, 1909, in Elmira, Mich. She graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1926. She retired from the Kroger Company offices. Her husband, Orris H. Gezelman, passed on in 1987. They lived most of their lives in Hillsdale County. They are survived by three children, Joyce Sayler of Hillsdale County, Major Allen D. (Bonnie) Gezelman (retired) of Lutz, Fla. and Claudette (Allan) Papich of St. Augustine, Fla. and by numerous grandchildren, etc. Mildred will be greatly missed and remembered by all. There will be a memorial service for her at Camden United Methodist Church, 205 Main St., Camden at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 4 with Pastor Mohr officiating, followed by lunch at the church. After that, there will be a gathering at the family farm. Burial will be at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 6 at Amboy Cemetery. |
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IRON BELT, Wis. -- Mona J. Tryggeseth, 55, of 7579W Severance St., Iron Belt, died unexpectedly of an apparent heart attack Sunday, June 14, 2009, in her home. |
Morris T. Cockerham 1929-2009 Morris T. Cockerham, 79, Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2009 in St. John Macomb Hospital, Warren. He was born on June 21, 1929 in Harrison Township, Knox County, Ind., son of Ethel Beach and the late Luther Cockerham. Morris was married to Hilda Ramonet in Erding, Germany in 1952. She preceded him in death in 1994. He was a retired employee of the City of Detroit and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving in Germany. He is survived by his children; Peter Ramonet, Roseville, Ronald Cockerham, Harbor Beach, Brenda Wichers, Warren, David Cockerham, Harbor Beach and Steven Cockerham, New Baltimore; 14 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and five sisters, Melva, Annaive, Shirley, Nellie and Betty, all of Indiana. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Jackie Thompson; a brother, Beryl and a sister, Rita. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 16, 2009 in the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. Rev. Paula Timm officiated. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory, Bay City. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Opal Marie Benedict, 82, of Lake Linden, formerly of Jonesville and Quincy passed away Nov. 25, 2008 in Eustis, Fla., joining her husband of 55 years, Ellis LeRoy “Ben” Benedict, who passed in 1997. She was born February 28, 1926 to Nellie Metzger Huggett and Ira Elsworth Huggett in Litchfield. Opal spent most of her life in Jonesville, and with Ben, owned restaurants in Jonesville, Coldwater and Quincy in the Lower Peninsula. After moving to the U.P. for Ben’s health, they operated Copper Eagle Cabins near Eagle Harbor for 12 years, moving to Lake Linden following Ben’s death. Opal also helped her daughter, Lorna Lajeunesse, run Jacob’s Ladder in Calumet. Opal was very proud of her participation in various church choirs and had many dear friends at Northwoods Christian Assembly. Blessed with an excellent voice, Opal also enjoyed playing the organ. She was a former member of Jonesville United Methodist Church and Pine Ridge Church in Quincy. Surviving are daughters, Lorna Lajeunesse of Lake Linden and Anita Barrecchia of Floral City, Fla.; son Barry Benedict and his wife, Kathryn, of Lake Linden; brother, Richard Huggett of Zephyr Hills, Fla.; sisters, LaBelle Pothoff of Cleremont, Fla., Doris Sullivan of Grand Rapids; 17 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sons, Jerry Dean Benedict and Danny LeRoy Benedict; granddaughter, Debbi Sue Benedict; great-grandson, Jacob Stanton; brother, Lewis “Bud” Huggett; and sister, Thelma Oberlin. Memorial services for Opal Marie Benedict will be Saturday, June 20, 2009 at 12 noon at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with Rev. Steven Pickell officiating. Interment will be in Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences please visit www.eaglefneralhomes.com. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Oscar J. Cossi, 95, of Porter Street Bessemer, died Tuesday, June 16, 2009, in Wakefield. He was born Jan 8, 1914, in Ironwood son of the late Alexander and Emelia (DeForrno) Cossi. |
RACHEL OFFNER SNOVER Rachel Offner, age 96, of Snover, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at Autumnwood of Deckerville. She was born October 26, 1912 in Canada, daughter of the late Desiree and Maria (Blanke) DeVriese. Rachel married Ralph Bryant Offner in February 1940 in Wallaceburg, Ontario. He passed away February 3, 1988. Rachel was a homemaker. She is survived by one step-son, James (Geraldine) Offner of Snover; three grandchildren, Kathy (Dean) Berden of Snover, James (Pat) Offner of Florida, Lori (Robert) Lewandowski of South Carolina; seven great grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by one grandson, Johnny Berden, several sisters and brothers. Funeral Mass was held at the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky with Fr. Charles Hammond, Sandusky officiating. Burial was in Cadillac Memorial Gardens East Cemetery, Clinton Township, Michigan. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude's Hospital. Arrangements made by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. |
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ROSE M. REPP CROSWELL Rose M. Repp, age 88, of Croswell, died Thursday, June 11, 2009 in Grand Blanc Nursing Center. She was born April 30, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late Michael and Magdalena (Kolling) Repp, Sr. Rose was Dr. Neil Muir's receptionist in Croswell for many years. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society. She is survived by Jim and Shelly Sheldon and family, Michaeleen and Blaine Northrup and family, several nieces and nephews; two sisters-in-law, Rosemary Repp and Etta Repp. A special thank you to Stephanie and Scott Surinck, Alyssa and Alec for taking care of Aunt Rose these past several years. We would also like to thank her "second family" at the Grand Blanc Rehab facility, Chrisy, Chad, Bijal, Christine, Lynn, Linda and Roberta. Special thanks to Genesys Hospice and her special care givers at Grand Blanc Nursing Center. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Mike, Joseph, John and Casper; four sisters, Ann Hamby, Elizabeth Wurmlinger, Mary Hillock Wajda and Minnie Wurmlinger. Funeral Mass was held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Croswell with Fr. Donald J. Eppenbrock officiating. Interment followed in the Mt. Hope Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Croswell. |
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RUSSELL MAVIS SNOVER A Memorial service for Russell Mavis, who passed away on April 1, 2009 will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church, 92 Flynn Street, Sandusky. |
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Ralph E. Teague, 84, of Charlevoix, formerly of Davison, died Monday, June 15, 2009, at the Boulder Park Terrace Nursing Home in Charlevoix. |
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Raymond Causley II, 26, of Holland, died Saturday, June 20, 2009. Private family services will be held at a later date. |
A memorial service for Richard H. Brannon will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 28, 2009, at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Boyne City, followed by military services at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Boyne City. A luncheon will follow. |
Robert "Bob" Stone 1935-2009 Robert "Bob" Stone, 74, Bad Axe, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2009, at his home in Bad Axe. He was born on January 12, 1935 in Bad Axe, son of the late Pleasant and Hazel (Baslock) Stone. He married Lila Schenk on November 14, 1954 in Bad Axe. He is survived by his wife Lila Stone, Bad Axe; one son, Randy (Lori) Stone, Bad Axe; one daughter, Linda (Eric) Engler, Cass City; five grandchildren, Shaun Engler, Swartz Creek, Aaron Engler, Cass City, Shannon Stone, Raleigh, NC, Caitlin Stone, Bad Axe and Randilyn Stone, Bad Axe. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no visitation. Private services were held at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe with burial in Colfax Cemetery. |
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Robert Dean Howe Nov. 21, 1939-June 19, 2009 Sunday, June 21, 2009 12:05 AM |
Robert Dean Howe, 69, of Petersburg, died Friday, June 19, at 7:46 p.m. in Flower Hospital, Sylvania, Ohio. He had been in poor health for two and a half years, seriously ill for three weeks. |
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Rodney G. Hendricks, 62, of Pioneer, Ohio, died Wednesday, June 10, 2009, in his home. He was born Aug. 26, 1946 in Morenci. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Thompson Funeral Home in Pioneer. Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at the Pioneer United Methodist Church with burial to follow at Floral Grove. The Rev. Michael Raypholtz and Nelson Rupf will officiate.   |
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Ronald Lew “Ron” Cook, age 71, of Mendon, died Monday, June 15, 2009, following a long illness.  He was born in Vicksburg on April 22, 1938, the son of Rex A. and Gladys (Henry) Cook and was a lifetime resident of the Mendon area. Ron attended Mendon Schools and was a 44 year employee of Simpson Paper and later Fox-River Paper Company in Vicksburg. Ron enjoyed working on machinery, repairing tractors and small engines.  He liked being outdoors, hunting and fishing, and spending time with family and friends.  Ron was married to Beatrice “Bea” Hamminga on April 2, 1966, in Mendon. She died May 14, 2008. He was also preceded in death by his parents, and by a brother, Ray Cook. Ron is survived by two daughters, Joanne Gibson (Dan) of Montville, N.J., and Carol Ann Cook of Kalamazoo; two grandchildren, Jordan Gibson (Dani) of Wayland, Mich., and Danielle Gibson of Montville, N.J.; one great-grandchild, Lorelie Gibson; two sisters, Beverly Matthies (Louis) of Vicksburg and Florence Holroyd (Duane) of Mendon; five brothers, Clarence “Dick” Cook (Pat) and Dave Cook (Nancy), both of Mendon, Leo Cook (Betty) of Three Rivers, Robert Cook (Kay) of Burr Oak and Roger Cook (Marilyn) of Vicksburg; and by many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with Rev. James Robertson, pastor of the Fulton Christian Church, officiating.  Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery.  Memorials will be directed to the Three Rivers Health Hospice.  Online register is available and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
Roy Glen Atwood Lapeer Roy Glen Atwood, 78, of Lapeer (formerly of Hadley/Gladwin) passed away Monday (June 15, 2009). He was born November 25, 1930, in Highland Park, to Emil and Julia (Booher) Atwood. He married Gertrude Thomas in 1950. Roy graduated from Highland Park High School. Mr. Atwood worked over 30 years for J & L Steel in Warren. He enjoyed woodworking and was head usher at New Beginnings Family Church in Lapeer. He is survived by his wife, Gertrude Atwood of Lapeer; children, Roy (Sue) Atwood of Warren, Keith (Judy) Atwood of Lapeer, Craig (Debbie) Atwood of Lapeer, Laurie (Billy Stewart) Atwood of Auburndale, Fla.; grandchldren, Paul Atwood, Gabriel Atwood, Chris Atwood, Crystal Fusera, Josh Atwood, Katie Atwood, Tina Bray, Mark Bezinque, Amber Whitfield, Billy Nicole Stewart; 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Josiah Atwood; brother, Ray Atwood. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the family. |
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Sarah  S.  Ross, age 94, of Bronson, died Friday, June 19, 2009, at the Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers following a short illness. She was born April 17, 1915, in Bronson, daughter of John and Mary (Ludwick) Nawrocki and was a lifelong Bronson area resident. Sarah retired on May 1, 1977, from the former Douglas Manufacturing Company after 44 years of service. She was a member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church, the VFW Auxiliary and the UAW local 822 retirees.  Sarah loved Matteson Lake where she made her home for over 50 years. She enjoyed gardening and visiting with people. Surviving are her sister-in-law Elizabeth Neveraski of Bronson and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by six brothers and three sisters. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Prayers before Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home. Friends may call at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 4–8 p.m. today where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today.  Memorial donations are suggested to St. Mary School.   |
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Sister Margaret Crowe, age 93, of Adrian died Saturday, June 20, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian. |
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Steven Bossardet, 21, of Holland, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2009.  Funeral services will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at Ridge Point Community Church 340 104th Avenue in Holland. Burial will be in East Saugatuck Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 3-3:45 p.m. at the church prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Harbor Humane Society. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.    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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Therese Michelle (Terri) Keane Jan. 25, 1957-May 5, 2009 Sunday, June 21, 2009 12:05 AM |
Therese Michelle (Terri) Keane died unexpectedly of respiratory failure on May 5, 2009, at the home of her daughter, Mindi Doty, in Plant City, FL. |
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Thomas J. Esterline, 80, of Litchfield, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2009 at home. Arrangements are pending at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield. |
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Thomas L. VanDenBrink,  59, of Wayland, died Thursday at Holland Hospital.  A memorial service will be on Monday, June 22, 11:00 a.m. at New Community Church, 2340 Dean Lake Rd. in Grand Rapids with Reverend Lew VanderMeer officiating.  Contributions can be made to any charity in Tom's name. 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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Timothy J. Helmuth, 1 day old, died June 20 2009,  at Parkview North Hospital, Fort Wayne, Ind. He was born June 19, 2009 in LaGrange, Ind., the son of  Joseph Helmuth and Ramah Miller. Visitation will be all day today until the service on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Floyd Helmuth residence, 1955 N 400 W, LaGrange.  Burial will be in Mast Cemetery. |
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Velma W. Pack May 15, 1907-June 19, 2009 Friday, June 19, 2009 11:56 AM |
Velma Whitt was born one of ten children to Reuben and Annie (Shook) Whitt, in the Big Laurel section of Madison County, N.C. Velma has two brothers living: Carroll Whitt of Garden City, Michigan, and Richard Whitt of Mars Hill, N.C. |
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Virginia E. Smith, 87, of Adrian passed away June 17, 2009, at Tecumseh Place II. Funeral services for Virginia will be held Sunday, June 21, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Wagley Funeral Home with Andrew Smith officiating. Friends may visit the family on Saturday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.  You may also sign the register book and send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Virginia may be made to Tecumseh Place II or Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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Viva E. Sundquist, age 91, formerly of Adrian, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. Viva was born Aug. 18, 1917, in Gladwin, Mich., the daughter of Herman and Martha (Stienkraus) Nightingale. On Oct. 28, 1972, Viva married Doyle Sundquist. Doyle, her husband of more than 36 years, survives. During World War II, Viva worked at Hurd Lock. She was a night supervisor at the Adrian Training School for 17 years, retiring in 1977. Viva was an active member of the Palmyra Presbyterian Church where she served as the Clerk of Session, Chair of Outreach and a member of the Researchers Class. She was also a Past President of the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584 and a member of the Jasper Rebekah Lodge. In addition to her husband, Viva is survived by four sons, Garth (Judith) Gottschalk of Ann Arbor, Arthur Gottschalk of Adrian, Gary Sundquist of Novi and Kevin (Carma) Sundquist of Saginaw; a brother, Frederick Nightingale of Cadillac; four grandchildren, Erik Sundquist, Andrea (Larry) Donohue, Corey (Rebecca) Sundquist and Karen Sundquist; and six great-grandchildren. Viva was preceded in death by her first husband, Garth Gottschalk, two brothers and two sisters.  The funeral service for Viva will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 22, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with Pastor Gene G. Phlegar officiating. Burial will follow at Palmyra Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com.  |
WALLACE ALEXANDER PUTNEY SPEAKER TOWNSHIP Wallace Alexander Putney, age 74, of Speaker Township, passed away Friday, June 12, 2009 at his home. He was born October 11, 1934 in Peck, the son of the late Bruce and Neva (McLeod) Putney. He married Betty Vyrene Holt on March 2, 1957 at the Trinity Missionary Church, Yale. Wallace was a 1953 Yale High School graduate then served his country from 1953 to 1955 in the U.S. Army. He was a lifetime farmer who loved spending time with his family, talking with other local farmers, and his dog "Bud". Surviving are his wife, Betty of 52 years; one daughter Sherri Mayer of Peck; two grandchildren, Nicole (Christopher) Abney of Melvin, Matthew Mayer of Peck; one sister-in-law, Janet Putney, as well as nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his brother, Bob Putney (2005). Funeral services were held at Kaatz Funeral Directors, Yale with Rev. James McLeod and Rev. Diane VanMarter, pastor of Peck United Methodist Church officiating. Burial was in Elk Township Cemetery, Peck. Pall bearers were Chris Abney, Matthew Mayer, Gerry Bergess, Max Lamb, Dan Putney, Steve Putney and Tom McLeod. Memorials are suggested to Peck United Methodist Church and Mercy Home Care Hospice. Arrangements made by Kaatz Funeral Directors, Yale. |
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Wanda Mae Snavely June 19, 2009 Saturday, June 20, 2009 1:54 AM |
Wanda Mae Snavely, 59, of Monroe died Friday in her home. |
Wanda Mae Snavely May 16, 1950 and #8211; June 19, 2009 Sunday, June 21, 2009 12:04 AM |
Wanda Mae Snavely, 59, of Monroe died Friday June 19, at her home. |
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