• Alice M. Ness, 94, of Traverse City, died June 18. Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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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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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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. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Carole Marlene Zarimba, 70, died Saturday, June 20, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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. |
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Charles Thomas, 54, of Monroe died at 7:15 p.m. Sunday at his home after a lengthy illness. |
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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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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Dean D. Badder, age 81, of Union City, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2009 after a short illness at the Community Health Center of Branch County. He was born March 9, 1928 in Bronson, to Arthur and Iola (Bidwell) Badder. Dean graduated from Bronson High School.  He married Helen Littlejohn on Sept. 27, 1947. He retired from Eaton Corporation after 30 years. At age 62, he joined the Great Lakes Merchant Marines. He was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years and his brother Dave. Dean is survived by three children Alan (Nancy) of Bronson, Tina of Bronson and Sonya (Charlie) of Burlington; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one Brother Darl of Elkhart, Ind. Visitation will be held on Monday June 22, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. A funeral service is set for 1 p.m. Tuesday June 23, 2009 at the funeral home, with the Rev. Trent Hammond officiating. Burial will take place at the Sherwood Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the family. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. To share memories, please visit www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com.# |
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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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. |
Don flew home with the angels on June 18, 2009. |
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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Dorotha Ellen Hazel, 92, of Three Rivers, passed away Monday, June 22, 2009, at the Heartland Health Care Center in Three Rivers. She was born in Crawfordsville, Ind., on Dec. 17, 1916,  the daughter of Harry and Myrtle (Kennedy) Chadwick. Dorotha graduated from Crawfordsville High School in 1934 and attended the Indianapolis Central Business College. On July 2, 1938, she married James Hazel in Goshen, Ind. He preceded her in death Oct. 19, 2002. Dorotha retired from the Weyerhaeuser Paper Co. in Three Rivers and previously worked at Continental Can and at the A&P Grocery Business Office in Indianapolis. She was a member of the Centreville United Methodist Church and a life member of Chapter #210 Eastern Star. She enjoyed sewing and crochet. Surviving are her son, Douglas and Cindy Hazel of South Bend; a daughter, Marybeth and Donald VanZile of McAllen, Texas; grandchildren Jeff Hazel, Chris Hazel, Brian Hazel and Jill Hazel; great grandchildren Nathan Hazel, Jacob Hazel, Renae Curtis, Eddie Curtis, Issac Leyton, Corrine Hazel, Anna Hazel, Sophie Hazel and Emma Hazel; and several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. Dorotha was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a grandson, Jimmy Curtis; and two brothers, Earl and Ernest Chadwick. Relatives and friends will be received Friday from 9-11 a.m. at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville, where a religious service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, with Dr. Reverend Karin Orr of the Centreville United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville. Memorial contributions may be made to Centreville United Methodist Church. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.   |
Dr. William A. Dawson, 81, of Petoskey, died June 21, 2009, at his home. |
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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Edna Mae Brown, age 86, of Adrian went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, June 21, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Edna was born Feb. 17, 1923, in Tedrow, Ohio, the daughter of Roy and Dora (Bracey) Moden. On Nov. 14, 1947, Edna married Linwood Brown. Linwood preceded her in death in 1967.  Edna’s life was devoted to her family and church. She was a faithful member of the Madison Church of the Nazarene and later, Adrian First Church of the Nazarene. Edna is survived by her sons, Robert Gray of Des Moines, Iowa, James (Connie) Gray of Jackson, Mich., Lenny (Deanna) Brown of Sand Creek; daughters, Lynn (Martin) Pifer of Adrian, Marilyn (Keith) Austin, also of  Adrian, and Susan (Marshall) Howell of Lakeview, Mich. Also surviving are 24 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and two special friends, Lois Dillon and Louise Schermerhorn. In addition to her husband, Edna was preceded in death by three sisters, Sylvia Hershberger, Bessie Allgire and Rosie Ward; two brothers, Robert and Richard Moden; and two grandsons, John Gray and Dan Dekker. The funeral service for Edna will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday,  June 24, 2009, at Adrian First Church of the Nazarene with Dr. David Fulks and the Rev. Michael Dunson officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at Wagley Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 to 8 p.m. You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Edna may be made to Adrian First Church of the Nazarene or Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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Gabe Edward Slager passed away June 20, 2009, shortly after birth. Friends may meet the family 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 24,  at  Klaassen Family Funeral Home. A private service will be Thursday followed by burial in Lake Forest 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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Gary M. Henning, age 39, of Clayton passed away June 20, 2009. He was born June 2, 1970, in Garden City, Mich., the son of James W. and Roberta (Powell) Henning. On July 3, 1997, he married Connie Phillips. She survives. Gary graduated with honors from JCC in May of this year. Gary served his country in the U.S. Army while stationed in Germany for two years.  In addition to his wife, Connie, he is survived by his two children, Derek and Heather, his parents, James and Roberta Henning; one brother, James R. Henning; one sister, Rhonda L. Henning; one niece, two nephews; grandmother, Hope Powell; grandfather, Everett Henning; and mother-in-law, Glendora Phillips. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Powell;  grandmother, Dorothy Henning; and father-in-law, Thomas Phillips. Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Military Honors conducted by the Michigan Army National Guard Honor Guard. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. and also on Thursday from 6 p.m. until the time of service at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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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Hazel Ruth Talsma, age 78, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday,  June 19, 2009. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at First Christian Reformed Church, 5486 32nd Ave. in Hudsonville with Rev. David Jolman officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday, June 23, from 5-8 p.m. at the VanderLaan Funeral Home, 4917 32nd Ave. in Hudsonville.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
Helen F. Sontag |
Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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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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Henry A. “Hank” Hyska, age 89, of Bronson, died Saturday evening, June 20, 2009 at his home. He had been in failing health. Hank was born March 28, 1920 in Branch County, son of Joseph and Veronica (Smoker) Hyska, and was a lifelong Bronson resident. He married Patricia Ludwick on Aug. 26, 1950 at the St. Mary Catholic Church in Bronson. Hank was a member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church and a Charter member of the Bronson Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of the U.C.T. Hank retired from the City of Bronson in 1985, after serving for 14 years with the Dept. of Public Works. Prior to that, he had worked for 10 years at the former L.A. Darling Co. in Bronson and at Bronson Plating Company and Mark Western. After his retirement he worked part-time at K & W Manufacturing in Bronson and also mowed lawns. He enjoyed camping, vacations and traveling, hunting mushrooms, Sunday drives and picnics, the Detroit Tigers, his grandchildren, and in earlier years, his snowmobiles. Hank just enjoyed life in general. Surviving are his wife Patricia; daughters and sons-in-law Kathy and Charles Sikorski and Susan and Leo Wagner, all of Bronson, and Norma and Bill Hoover of Elkhart, Ind.; sons and daughters-in-law Anthony and Cathy Hyska and Frank and Linda Hyska, all of Bronson; foster daughter Patty Callahan of Coldwater; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and sister Marie Slagle of Bronson.  He was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson, with the Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Prayers before Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on 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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ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Hilma E. Hill, 89, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at the Aspirus Ontonagon Long Term Care Facility where she had been a patient for seven years. |
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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James W. Nawrocki, age 70, of Gainesville, Holland, and Ann Arbor, died June 21, 2009.       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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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 W. Clair Sr., 79, of Ludington, died Saturday, June 20. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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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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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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Katherine (Kay) Shoemaker, 73, passed away Monday, May 25, 2009, at a hospice hospital in Bradenton, Fla. Kay was born in Nappanee, Ind., on Aug. 21, 1935, a daughter of Owen and Fern Shoemaker. Kay graduated from White Pigeon High School and the Bronson Hospital of Nursing with an RN degree. She loved to travel and had been in all 50 states. She spent her lifetime in nursing and enjoyed it. Kay is survived by her sister, Alice West; two nieces, Diane (Ronn) May and Natilee (Robert) Johnson; four great-nieces; three great-great-nephews; and two great-great-nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, Owen and Fern Shoemaker, and an infant sister. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A private family service will be held at a later date. |
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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Kay Overweg, 79, of Zeeland, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2009, at her home. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2009 at North Street Christian Reformed Church, 20 E. Main Avenue.  The Rev. John Klompien will officiate.  Visiting hours will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland.  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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CEDAR LAKE, Ind. -- Lenore Polzak Lane, 84, of Cedar Lake, and formerly Merriville, and Calumet City, Ill., and Chicago, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2009. |
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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. |
Lori Ann Schliter, age 56 of Alger, passed away Thursday June 11, 2009 at St. Mary's of Michigan Standish Hospital. |
Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead |
Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
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Louis “Luis” Tover, 92, of Lamont, formerly of Holland, died Friday, June 12, 2009, in Lamont.  A memorial service will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 24,  at the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St.  |
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 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. |
• Marie G. Smogoleski, 67, of Ludington, died Sunday, June 21. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Ludington is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Mr. Marvin J. Cunic, age 51, of Sherwood passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2009 at his residence in Sherwood. Friends may call Tuesday, June 23, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. at the Spencer Family Funeral Home in Athens.  Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 1:30 p.m at the funeral home with Pastor Trent Hammond officiating . Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home. Athens. www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
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Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
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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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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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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 Feb. 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, Mich.; 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 noon Saturday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville with the 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. |
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Mr. Peter J. Timmer, aged 88, of Zeeland, died  Sunday June 21, 2009, at the Christian Rest Home. A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be on Wednesday morning at 11:00 a.m., Westend Christian Reformed Church, 1015 Westend NW, Grand Rapids. Burial in Rosedale Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet his family on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home, Alt & Shawmut Hills Chapel, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW, Grand Rapids.     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. |
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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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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Rosalie Joan Brown-Essing, age 81, died at her home in Zeeland on Tuesday, June 16, 2009.  A funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.  Reverend Bernard Mulder will be officiating. Visitation will be from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 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. |
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. on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson, with the Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Prayers before Mass will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home. Friends may call at the Kolcz Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. on Monday.  Memorial donations are suggested to St. Mary School.   |
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Sietso Jan “John” Watjer, age 86, of Holland, died Sunday, June 21, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. A private family service will be held.  Interment of ashes will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.  A time of fellowship and refreshments in celebration of John’s life will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 24 at  Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St. Holland.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Sister Margaret Marie Crowe, formerly known as Sister Marie Dolores Crowe, died on June 20, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Michigan. She was 93 years of age and in the 76th year of her religious profession: 71 years in the Dominican Sisters of Edmonds and six years in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Margaret Marie was born in Portland, Ore., to Michael and Joan Marie (Stack) Crowe. She graduated from Holy Angels Academy in Seattle, Wash., and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and Business Administration from St. Teresa College in Winona, Minn. Sister spent 42 years ministering in the Medical Field in Aberdeen, Spokane, Chehalis, Seattle and Yakima, Wash. She served in Obstetrics and was a Surgery Supervisor at St. Joseph Hospital in Aberdeen for nine years, and Nursing Supervisor for seven years at St. Joseph Hospital in Spokane. Sister was an Anesthetist for one year at St. Helen Hospital in Chehalis and Assistant Medical Records Librarian for seven years. She was a Hospital Chaplain for 11 years at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Yakima, and for three years at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. Sister worked with the American College of Surgeons in Chicago, Ill., for three years preparing studies and evaluating cancer programs in teaching hospitals in 20 states. In 1996 Sister became a resident of Assumption Convent in Seattle and then became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich., in 2003. Sister is survived by loving nieces and nephews. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, 2009, in the Rose Room at the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221. |
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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. |
Stella Marie Smith June 5, 1918-June 20, 2009 Monday, June 22, 2009 11:43 AM |
Stella Marie Smith was born on June 5, 1918 in Monroe, Michigan. She was the daughter and one of twelve children to the late William “Willie” Carroll and the late Mary Jane (Kivette) Carroll. |
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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. |
• Thomas Arnold Koegler, 43, of Muskegon and formerly of Ludington, died Saturday, June 20. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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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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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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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 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. |
William Roy Cusenza, 24, of Petoskey, died June 14, 2009, in Missoula, Mont. Billy, Bill died peacefully in the company of his kitten at his apartment of apparent natural causes. |
ted vincent shinkle Ted Vincent Shinkle April 9, 1920-June 20, 2009 Monday, June 22, 2009 11:42 AM |
Ted Vincent Shinkle, 89 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009 in The Toledo Hospital. |
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