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Beverly Kay Williams-Stone Dryden Beverly Kay Williams-Stone, 64, of Dryden, passed away July 1, 2009. Beverly taught AP Psychology, Sociology and Current Events at Notre Dame Preparatory High School since 1999. She loved her students, traveling, shopping and animals. She loved life and was always doing things to help others. She was the loving wife of Robert; cherished mother of Carley; sister of Kim Geer (Scott Boucher) and the late Jerry Stone; sister-in-law of Karen Stone. She is also survived by her grandpets, Oliver, Ozzie and Leopold. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Notre Dame Preparatory School & Marist Academy Scholarship Fund. A memorial service was held Tuesday (July 7, 2009) at the Grimaldi Center at Notre Dame Prepatory School & Marist Academy, Pontiac. Arrangements in care of Modetz Funeral Home, Orion. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. --   Bonnie Lee DeFelice, 58, of 214 W. Pewabic St., Ironwood, died unexpectedly Sunday afternoon, July 5, 2009, with her family by her side, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minn., following heart valve replacement surgery. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Brian K. Fafford, 85, of 306 E. Sellar St., Bessemer, died Tuesday, June 30, 2009, in Duluth, Minn. |
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Caroline H. Reinke 1918-2009 Caroline H. Reinke, 90, Port Hope, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2009 at Harbor Beach Community Hospital. She was born on September 19, 1918 in Bloomfield Township of the Port Hope area to the late Albert and Theresa (Schave) Pleiness. Caroline and Carl Reinke were united in marriage on September 16, 1936 in Port Hope. He preceded her in death on April 7, 1975. Caroline was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Port Hope and enjoyed peeling potatoes with the ladies for the Harvest Home Dinner every year. She was a loving, caring and quiet person who enjoyed her family and flowers. She enjoyed doing word search books and living on the farm all of her life, taking care of chickens and cats. She always remembered all of her family's names and birthdays. She is survived by her children, Willard (Ramona) Reinke, Larry (Kathie) Reinke and Betty (Herb) Leese, all of Port Hope; daughter-in-law, Susan Reinke, Port Hope and son-in-law Gary Schave, Port Hope; sisters, Jean (Stan) Berry, Caro and Lena Pleiness, Port Hope; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Caroline was preceded in death by her husband, Carl; one son, Richard Reinke; one daughter, Joyce Schave; two grandsons, Mark Reinke and Randall Reinke; one great-great-grandson Taylor Fugate; brothers, Alex, Ernest and Erwin Pleiness; sisters, Emma Hartz, Olga Eggert, Esther Zelz and Louise Lampella. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 2, 2009 in St. John Lutheran Church, Port Hope with Rev. Greg Eilers officiating. Burial was in Marquardt Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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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. |
Charles E. "Sam" Taylor Lapeer Charles E. "Sam" Taylor, 82, of Lapeer, went home to be with the Lord and to be with his beloved wife Helen Granny on her birthday, Saturday (June 25, 2009). Charles retired from General Motors. He is survived by his loving daughters, Annette (Bobby) Cane, Josie (Gary) Easton, Melanie (Gary) Maples and Jeanie (Mackie) Stone; grandchildren, Rocky (Nicole) Morgan, Christopher Cane, Joshua Cane, Zachary (Maples) and Elih Maples; great-grandchildren, Cody, Abigail, Kayleigh and Matthew; brother, Earl (Thelma) Taylor; sister, Helen (Jim) Warner; many nieces, nephews, family members and friends. Charles was preceded in death by his son, Larry; grandson, Jonathan Morgan; sisters, Sylvia Dodge, Cynthia Miller and Mildred Blackburn; special brother-in-law, Larry Abshire. Memorials may be made to Suncrest Nursing Home 1455 Suncrest Drive, Lapeer, MI 48446. Funeral services were held Monday (June 29, 2009) at Lynch & Sons Capstick Chapel, 542 L |
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Clair Woodrow McKimmy, age 93, passed away on July 1, 2009 at his home in Elk Rapids, after saying goodbye to his family, who remained by his side. |
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Daryl Hinaris, 54, passed away June 22, 2009, at William Beaumont Hospital. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.  |
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David E. “Dave” Pankhurst passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2009, surrounded by his family at The “Mac” McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility in Hillsdale. He was born Dec. 21, 1936, in Edon, Ohio. He married Fran Watson and they were together for nearly 30 years. Dave was a lifelong resident of the Jerome and Moscow areas. He served his country in the United States Army. He worked for Clark Equipment in Jackson and then worked for the Michigan Department of Corrections where he retired from in 2002. He loved going to the coffee shops and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Fran; three sons, Mike (Jamie) Pankhurst of Crossville, Tenn., Tony (Kim) Pankhurst of Pittsford and Raymond (Teresa) Pankhurst of North Adams; one daughter, Ginny (Daniel McLouth) Pankhurst of Pittsford; one stepson, Ken (Janice) Watson of Jonesville; two sisters, Mary (Bill) Rose of Fort Mohave, Ariz. and Pat Gibson of Ohio; 20 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his foster parents and one granddaughter, Jennifer McLouth. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. David E. “Dave” Pankhurst will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hanover at 1 p.m. on Monday, July 6 with Pastor Ross Graham officiating. Interment will take place in the Rice Cemetery in Moscow, Mich. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home in Hanover.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hanover 517-563-2255 |
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Deborah L. Becerra, 48, of Holland, died Thursday, July 2, 2009.  Funeral Mass is 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 195 W. 13th St. Visitation is one hour prior to the  service at the church.  Burial will be in North Holland Cemetery Arrangements by The Northwood Chapel Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. |
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Delia June Campbell, 73, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, June 26, 2009, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born on June 11, 1936, in Chattanooga, Tenn., the daughter of Frank and Annie Green. She married Carl M. Campbell on April 3, 1952. She is survived by her beloved husband of 57 remarkable years, Carl; four daughters and two sons, Steve and Kathy Campbell, Sharon and Lawrence Ortwine, Sandra and Melvin Johnson, Phyllis and Richard Sawyer, Peggy Strachan and David Campbell; 17 grandchildren, Alyssa, Mark, Marlene, Sarah and Tom, Ricky and Courtney, Stephanie and Lee, April and Frank, Heather and Jimmy, Steven and Becky, Jessica and Gage; 23 great-grandchildren, Courtney, Amber, Lillian, Benjamin, Tyler, Jordan, Noah, Leland, Cody, Carrie, Arielle, Abigail, Brianna, Zoe, Skyler, Aaron, Noah, Ethan, Desmen, Brittany, Whitney, Erick and Adam. She was preceded in death by her parents; two grandchildren, Lee and Amanda and two great-grandchildren, David and Austin. Mrs. Campbell spent much of her time in prayer for the family she loved and serving the Lord. She was a member of the Power House of Praise Church in Allen (former member of Corner Stone Bible Church in Ypsilanti). She was a wonderful wife and mother who truly enjoyed staying home, raising her children and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Campbell will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home, 3380 W. Carleton Road, Hillsdale at noon on Thursday, July 2 with Pastor Thomas Mann officiating. Interment will take place in the Kirby Cemetery in Adams Township. The family will accept visitors on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. Contributions in memory of Mrs. Campbell may be made to the family.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605   |
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Denise Rae Taylor-Warne, 52, passed away unexpectedly Sunday at her residence. The funeral service for Denise will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 2009 at  The Lee Chapel, Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc., 6291 S. Harvey St. (231)-798-1100. Interment will follow at Oakhurst Cemetery in Whitehall.  Visitation with the family will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at the funeral home.   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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Don H. Bruce, 87, of Bowling Green, Ohio, died Sunday, July 5, 2009. Mr. Bruce was born July 23, 1921, in Ogden Township, Mich., to Robert and Fern (Harrington) Bruce. Don was a veteran of World War II; he fought with the 89th Infantry Division in the European theatre. He was a farmer, chemist and high school teacher in Blissfield for 17 years. He will be missed by all who knew him. Surviving are his wife of more than 50 years, Barbara (McDonnell) Bruce; daughter, Linda LaViolette of Indianapolis, Ind.; son, Michael J. Bruce of Silt, Colo.; sisters, Ellen Obee and Kathleen Buehrer, both of Bowling Green, Ohio; four granddaughters and three great-grandsons. There will be no services or visitation. Arrangements are by the Dunn Funeral Home, Bowling Green. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.dunnfuneralhome.com. |
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Doris Eleanor Spencer Lapeer Doris Eleanor Spencer, 83, a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away Friday (July 3, 2009). She was born August 2, 1925, in Almont, to Henry and Muriel (Sawyer) Revoldt. She married John D. Spencer on October 19, 1946 at the Almont Congregational Church. Doris graduated from Almont High School, class of 1943. She worked many years at Firestone in Romeo, but was primarily a loving homemaker her entire life. Doris was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church and the Imlay City VFW Auxiliary. She is survived by her children, David (Helen) Spencer of Lapeer, Cathy (Larry) Miller of Tawas City (formerly of Columbiaville) and Paul (Theresa) Spencer of Columbiaville; 7 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Leo (Dorothy) Revoldt of Grand Blanc. She was preceded in death by her husband, John D. Spencer; son, Dale Spencer; great-grandchild, Noah and twin great-grandsons; brothers, Donald Revoldt and Robert Revoldt; sister, Viola T |
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Dwayne Ford McNall, 51 of Quincy, died Sunday, July 5, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Dwayne was born Dec. 5, 1957 in Coldwater. He married Reanee Densmore Jan. 13, 1979 in Quincy. A long-time resident of Branch County, he was very active in his faith community and the Lockwood Community Church. He was an employee of the State of Michigan for 28 years. He also served as a reserve officer for the Branch Co. Sheriff’s Dept. and the Coldwater Police Dept. He is survived by his wife of 30 years Reanee, and their two daughters Kelly (Jeff) Kiersey, of Quincy, Tricia Densmore and grandson Owen Densmore of Coldwater, honorary grandson Daniel Pohanka, mother Janet Moore of Jonesville, siblings Rebecca Kelley, Kenneth McNall, Deanna Seals, Robert Carpenter and Charles Carpenter. He was preceded in death by a brother, Steven McNall. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2009 at the Lockwood Community Church with Rev. Shayne Looper officiating. Memorials may be made to Beginnings Care for Life Center, Coldwater. Arrangements by Gillespie Funeral Home, Inc. of Coldwater. |
ELLEN M. (BLONDE) KROHN MARLETTE Ellen M. (Blonde) Krohn, age 95, of Marlette and formerly of Romeo passed away, Thursday, July 2, 2009 at her sons home in Washington Township. She was born December 1, 1913 in Burnside Township, daughter to the late Frank & Anna (Scharf) Kreiner. She is survived by her son, Frederick (Pat) Blonde; one daughter-in-law, Shirley Blonde and ten grandchildren. Ellen was preceded in death by husband's, Joseph Blonde and Roland Krohn; one son, Roderick Blonde, one daughter, Audrey Roth and ten siblings. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Burnside with Fr. Richard Treml officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Ellen was loved very much and will be missed by her family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, Michigan (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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EMANUEL 'SAM' CALLUS LEXINGTON Sam Callus, age 81, of Lexington, died Thursday, July 2, 2009 in his home. He was born December 22, 1927 in Malta, son of the late Joe and Paula (Palmier) Callus. He and Noreen Schnell were married on February 18, 1950. She died February 16, 1980. Sam was a Korean War Veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired after 25 years as a supervisor at Michigan Bell Telephone Co. He was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church and K of C Council #7255 Fr. LaHaie. Surviving are four sons, Kevin (Karen), Joseph (Michelle), Peter (Grace) and Carl; two daughters, Karin (Brian) Pitrago and Mary Callus; one brother, James (Patricia); one sister, Mary Girourd and nine grandchildren. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 A.M. Wednesday at St. Denis Catholic Church, Lexington. Burial will be in the St. Denis Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Blue Water Hospice or the Capuchins. Arrangements made by Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Lexington, Michigan. |
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• Edward J. Lewartowski, 78, of Arcadia, died June 28. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Elyjah Ayden Lee Hambright July 3, 2009 Monday, July 6, 2009 11:52 AM |
Elyjah was unexpectedly taken before his life really began. For some unknown reason Jesus called him home. He will be missed so very much each and every day. We love you Elyjah and can't wait until the day we see you again. |
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Emery C. Biggerstaff, 47 of Mascoutah, Ill., formerly of Addison, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois. He was born on Dec. 20, 1961, in Detroit  to John and Patricia J. (Watson) Biggerstaff.  He married Holly A. Dennis on Dec. 24, 1983, in Addison, and she survives. Emery was raised in the Detroit area.  He then lived in Addison for two years and then in Panama City, Panama for five years.  In 1989 he lived at Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington State for 12 years.  In 2001 he lived at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois and then he lived in Mascoutah, for the past four years.  Emery graduated from Wayne Memorial High School in 1980.  He worked for the U.S. Air Force as a Non Appropriate Fund Employee for the past 20 years, where he was a Automotive Skilled Center Supervisor at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois.  He was an avid Harley Davidson rider, a member of Harley Owners Group (HOG) of Spokane, Washington and Belleville, Illinois. Surviving besides his wife Holly are two daughters, Ashley A. Biggerstaff  and Ariel A. Biggerstaff both at home, his mother Patricia (Luther) Baker of Crystal Falls, one brother, John Biggerstaff of Devils Lake, his father and mother in law, Jim and Lila Dennis of Addison.  He was preceded in death by his father. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison.  Burial will be made in Hillside Cemetery. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com |
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Estelle M. Fisher, 96, died Monday in Coldwater. Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and the service will be Friday at 11 a.m. all at Dutcher Funeral Home. A full obituary will appear in tomorrow’s paper. |
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GURNEY, Wis. -- Francelle "Franny" Adamavich, 68, of Gurney, died unexpectedly Wednesday, July 1, 2009. |
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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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Frederic Wayne Guise Frederic Wayne Guise, 71, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at Treasure Coast Hospice, Fort Pierce, Fla. Born in Montgomery, he has been a resident of Port St. Lucie, Fla., since 2005 and is formerly of Austell, Ga. Frederic retired from the U.S. Navy and returned after 20 years of service in 1978. Frederic was a former member of the Moose Lodge, American Legion and the American Veterans, all of Fort Pierce, Fla. Survivors include wife of 20 years, Mary Ruth Guise, of, Port St. Lucie; daughter, Theresa Ann Long of Jellico, Tenn.; sons, Douglas Guise, Danny Guise,Rex Rollins and Ricky Rollins of Atlanta, Ga., David Guise and Mark Guise, both of Fort Pierce.; three daughters, Theresa Long, of Jellico, Tenn., Judy Nash of Smyrna, Ga. and Pamela Brewer of Ft Pierce; 13 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two sisters and six brothers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Treasure Coast Hospice, 5090 Dunn Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34981. A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday at Aycock Funeral Home, Fort Pierce, Fla.A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. Arrangements are under the care of Aycock Funeral Home, Fort Pierce, Fla. |
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Freida P. Abel, 83, of Bedford Township, died Sunday at Ebeid Hospice Residence, Sylvania, Ohio. |
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Freida P. Abel, 83 years, of Bedford Twp., MI, died Sunday, July 5, 2009 at Ebeid Hospice Residence, Sylvania, OH. |
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Gerald “Jerry” Cupp, age 77, of Mendon, Mich., died Thursday, July 2, 2009, at his home, following a long illness.  He was born on Jan. 8, 1932, in Three Rivers, a  son of Lloyd and Edith (Bussell) Cupp, and was a lifetime resident of Mendon. Jerry graduated from Mendon High School with the Class of 1950.  He was married to Lois Mae Bailey in Athens on June 2, 1951. Together they operated a farm south of Mendon until their retirement, and spent winters in Lake Placid, Fla.  Jerry loved working on the farm and hunting with his family in his spare time. Jerry is survived by five children and their spouses, Kerry and Anne Cupp of Centreville, Kenney and Debbie Cupp, Kim and Lori Cupp, Cindra Allen and Sandy and Wayne Wilds, all of Mendon;  14 grandchildren;  18 great-grandchildren;  two brothers and their spouses, Maurice and Margean Cupp, and Philip and Maureen Cupp, both of Mendon; several nieces and nephews; a brother-in law, Dick Bailey (June) and sister-in-law, Dorothy Snyder (Leroy), all of Athens.  He was preceded in death by his parents;  a brother, Dennis Cupp, in 1990; and by his wife, Lois Cupp in 2004. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday and from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Mendon United Methodist Church, with Pastor Ward Pierce officiating.  Burial will be in Laird Cemetery on Prairie Corners Road.  Memorials may be directed to Three Rivers Health. Online register is available and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
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Geraldine Kirschke, age 91, passed away July, 6, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. She was born July 17, 1917, in McCleans­boro, Ill., the daughter of Bert Clay and Mattie (Byrd) Ward. On Aug. 19, 1932, she married Marvin H. Rumsey. She later married Walter Kirschke on Aug. 6, 1956. Geraldine worked at Adrian College for 16 years. Geraldine is survived by three children, Jean (Chuck) Taylor, Bonnie (Michael) Bishop and Walter (Carla) Kirschke; 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandsons. She was preceded in death by her husbands, two sons, Alfred and Robert Rumsey; and one daughter, Helen Davis. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Doug Rogers officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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Grace Geuder Evarts, age 88, of Holland, died Sunday, July 05, 2009, at Hospice House.   A memorial service will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m., at The Auditorium of Freedom Village.  Officiating will be the Rev. Gordon Wiersma.   Visitation will be from 1:00p.m., until the time of the service at Freedom Village.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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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. |
A memorial for Helen Lorena Woods Bartlett will be held Sunday, July 19, 2009 on the Woods Centennial Farm at 1167 South Grout Road, Gladwin, at 2:30 p.m. There will be remembrance sharing and then we will plant a tree in her honor. Family and Friends are all welcome. The following morning her ashes will be buried in the Woods plot at Highland Cemetery. (Farm phone: 989-426-4290) |
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SAXON, Wis. -- Henry B. "Benny" Eskola, 91, a longtime Saxon resident, died Tuesday evening, June 30, 2009, in Ironwood, Mich. |
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Hope E. Kushmaul, 88, of Ransom Township, Mich., passed away Saturday, July 4, 2009, at her home. She was born Nov. 17, 1920, in Wright Township, Mich., the seventh child of Howard F. and Anna L. (Heymann) Williams. Hope was a homemaker and also worked at the Hudson Egg Exchange in Hudson and Coldwater. She graduated from Prattville High School Class of 1938, attended Betzer Community Church and was a member of the Women’s Missionary. She enjoyed her grandchildren, sewing, quilting and refinishing projects, until her later years. She also traveled to Europe with the Heymann family cousins and visited the ancestral village in Germany. Surviving Hope are four children, Faith A. (Wayne) Myers of Port Matilda, Pa., Joyce K. (David) Emery of Rochester Hills, Mich., W. Thomas (Barb) Kushmaul of Pittsford, Mich., and Joseph D. (Linda) Kushmaul of Grand Blanc, Mich.; grandchildren, Lynn W. (Kathy) Myers of Port Matilda, Pa., Kristina (Paul) Vajda, of Bellville, Ill., Ian A. Myers of Sarasota, Fla., Nicole Emery of Newport, R.I., Andrea (Steve) Torey of Macomb Twp., Mich., Laura Kushmaul of Hillsdale, Mich., Janice (Gene) Sharpe of Pittsford, Mich., Bruce Kushmaul of Waldron, Mich., Karla Bolenbaugh of Pittsford, Mich., Jason (Charisse) Kushmaul of Dewitt, Mich., and Iraq, and Angie (Greg) Hogle of Clark Lake, Mich.; 15 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Adelaide Fellows, Leslie Taylor, Lenore Rhodes, Donald, Arnold and Lowell Williams; spouse, William M. Kushmaul in 1964; a niece and nephew. Funeral services for Hope will be Friday, July 10, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with Pastor Kim Repp officiating. Interment will follow in Prattville Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to a charity of donor’s choice. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences to eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Horace F. Linville, 73, of Naples, passed away Monday, July 6, 2009 Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m.  Saturday, July 11, 2009 at Bentheim Reformed Church, 3997 38th Ave., Hamilton.  Visitation will be from 1:00-1:30 p.m. prior to the service.  Burial will be in Bentheim Cemetery  Arrangements are by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
In loving memory of Roger Lamb Who sent to be with his Lord five years ago July 11, 2004. Thou your smile is gone forever and your hand we cannot touch, we still have many memories of the one we loved so much. Your memory is our keepsake with which we'll never part, God has you in His keeping we have you in our heart. Sadly missed, but never forgotten by your wife, children and grandchildren |
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JACQULINE JOE LAMBSON BROWN CITY Jacquline Joe Lambson, age 64, of Brown City, died July 3, 2009. She was born December 2, 1944 to Maurice and Frances Stiles. Jackie attended Yale High School. She married Doyle Lambson on July 6, 1995. As a housewife and mother, Jackie had worked at Plastifiber for several years and also for the Laydon Company. She loved to play Bingo and Keno. She is survived by her husband, Doyle; seven children, Jerry VanBrande, Kathy VanBrande, Donny (Cindy Larson) VanBrande, Penny (James) Childers, Bobby (Amy Lawson) VanBrande, Sandra (James) Schall and Ricky VanBrande; three step-children, Donnie Lambson, Kim Lambson and Steven Lambson, twenty-eight grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; two sisters, Nancy Harvey, Shirley Morenc; two brothers, Richard Stiles and Jim Stiles and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Leland Stiles and three sisters, Donna Cahoon, Eva Edgerton and Ila Wetter. Funeral services were held at Carman Funeral Home in Brown City. Cremation followed the service. Memorials may be made to wishes of the family. Arrangements made by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City, Michigan. |
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JOAN E. DENNIS CARO Joan E. Dennis, age 72, of Caro, died Sunday, July 5, 2009 at Covenant Harrison Hospital in Saginaw. She was born June 11, 1937 in St. Clair Shores, daughter to the late Harold & Vivian (Thompson) Cowper. She graduated from Kingston High School in 1955. She married Bruce Dennis Jr. May 6, 1957 in Caro. Joan enjoyed knitting, the out door's, bird watching and most of all, her family. She is survived by her husband, Bruce Dennis Jr.; four sons, Roger (Charlene) Dennis of Caro, Richard Dennis of Caro, Ronald Dennis of Oregon and Dwayne Dennis of Caro; three brothers, Ron (Pat) Cowper of Reese, Don Cowper of Marlette and Jim (Barb) Cowper of Marlette; three sisters, Janet Leaman of Vassar, Carol (Don) Scribner of Vassar and Noreen (Jerry) Kelley of Deford; six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Bruce Dennis III and one sister, Joyce. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette with Pastor Jerome Bouverette officiating. Cremation will follow the service at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Interment of cremated remains will take place at East Dayton Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be donated to the family. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 12noon until the time of service. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Marlette (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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James D. Haney, age 79, of Burr Oak, passed away Friday, July 3, 2009, at the Heartland of Crestview Facility in Wyoming. He was born March 1, 1930, in Morgan County, Ky., a son of the late John and Lulu (Haney) Haney. James has resided in Burr Oak with his sister for many years, moving there from Kentucky. He had worked for Victor Screw Products for a few years and was an avid fan of baseball, especially the New York Yankees. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. Surviving are two sisters, Earlene Stacey of Morgan County, Ky., and Oleneia Reaper of Burr Oak; a brother, Byron Haney of Fairborn, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Ina Hill; and four brothers, Arnold, Norman, Larry and Iron. Graveside service celebrating the life of James D. Haney will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Burr Oak Cemetery, with the Rev. George Milliman, Burr Oak Missionary Church, officiating. Interment will follow.  Memorial donations may be directed to the family to help with expenses. Envelopes are available at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
James Edward Olson Aug. 1, 1922-June 28, 2009 Tuesday, July 7, 2009 12:22 PM |
James Edward Olson of Henderson, Nev. passed away peacefully in his sleep June 28, 2009. |
Jan K. Teague Jan. 17, 1937-July 5, 2009co Tuesday, July 7, 2009 12:12 PM |
Jan K. Teague, 72, of Holland, OH, and formerly of Sylvania, OH, passed away Sunday July 5, 2009, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. |
There will be a memorial luncheon for Jerry Williams at 12 p.m. July 25, 2009 at the Coleman Wesleyan Church. |
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ZION, Ill. -- Jim Stevens, 79, of Zion, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at Vista Medical Center East in Waukegan, with his family at his side. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- John D. Skowronski, 71, of 514 W. Cloverland Drive, Ironwood, died Friday, July 3, 2009, at Marquette General Hospital in Marquette. |
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John J. Lorence, age 93, of Holland, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 5, 2009. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street. Burial will be in the Graafschap Cemetery. Visiting will be 5:30-8:30 Friday at the chapel.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Joseph Filipek, 85, of Blissfield passed away Monday, July 6, 2009, at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility in Adrian. Joseph was born on Feb. 10, 1924, in Blissfield, the son of John and Elizabeth (Vasciek) Filipek Sr. He served in the Merchant Marines during World War II and worked at Bohn Aluminum in Adrian, retiring in 1986. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blissfield. Surviving are two children, JoAnn Davis of Kansas City, Kan., and Terry Filipek of Lancing, Tenn.; two brothers, Charles Filipek of Ogden Center and James Filipek of Riga; and two grandchildren.   Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Lewis, John Jr., and Frank Filipek; and sister, Mary Kudlac. A memorial service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield, with Fr. Francis Mossholder officiating. Burial of cremains will follow at Ogden Zion Cemetery in Ogden Township.    |
Joseph J. Makowski May 21, 1940-July 1, 2009 Sunday, July 5, 2009 12:30 AM |
Joseph J. Makowski, 69 years, of Lambertville, MI died Wednesday July 1, 2009 in the Hospice of Northwest Ohio at Toledo after an illness of 5 months. |
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BATTLE CREEK, Mich. -- Joseph Jacob Svoke, 95, of Battle Creek, died Sunday, July 5, 2009, at the Calhoun County Medical Care Facility surrounded by his family. |
Justin Joseph U and #146;Ran March 25, 1986-July 5, 2009 Tuesday, July 7, 2009 12:22 PM |
Justin Joseph U'Ran passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 5, 2009. |
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Justin Uran, 23, of Monroe died Sunday. |
KYLIE R. BULLIS MELVIN Kylie R. Bullis, age 11, of Melvin, went to be with the Lord June 17, 2009. She was born July 2, 1997 in Port Huron to Peter and Shelley Bullis. Don't think of her as gone for she will be with us forever. Kylie touched a lot of hearts and will live there forever. She truly blessed all those who knew her. She was a very special girl who taught us a lot. So when you see a sunrise, think of Ky or when you hear a bird sing or smell some fresh flowers, think of Ky. She was a true "Gift from God" and will be dearly missed. We can all take comfort in knowing there is an angel watching over us. Kylie is survived by her parents, Peter and Shelley Bullis; one brother, Chase; one sister, Abbey; grandparents, Richard (Sophia) Turcott of Ft. Gratiot, Jim (Patti) Barron of Peck, Bob Parker of Peck, John Bullis of Auburn Hills; two great grandmothers, Dorothy Spencer of Peck, Martha Bullis of Auburn Hills; special friend, Cheryl Gutc of Sandusky and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services were conducted at Carman Funeral Home in Brown City. Burial was in the Elk Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the wishes of the family. Arrangements made by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City. |
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Kenneth G. Nelligan Oct. 13, 1932-July 2, 2009 Sunday, July 5, 2009 12:33 AM |
Kenneth G. Nelligan, age 76, of Maybee, Michigan died July 2, 2009 peacefully at home on his farm. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Laura "Mamoo" Marie Redding, 73, a resident of Keen Agers in Wakefield, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, July 4, 2009, in Wakefield. |
• Leo Joseph Carr Kelley Jr., 91, of Manistee, died June 27. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of funeral arrangements.... |
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Leona Robinson May 1, 1931-June 26, 2009 Friday, July 3, 2009 12:02 PM |
Leona, 78, went from Paradise to Heaven on June 26, 2009, when she died in her sleep while in Hawaii. |
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Liane Adair June, age 69, passed away July 7, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. She was born March 2, 1940, in Charlevoix, Mich., the daughter of Stanley and Bernice (Moore) Buck. On April 17, 1981, she married Earl S. June. He survives. Liane was a graduate of Adrian College, Class of 1961. She taught in the Adrian Public Schools until her retirement in 1997. Liane was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Adrian for many years. In addition to her husband, Earl, she is survived by her children, Brenda (Rick) Siwecki and Bobby (Anne) Fleming; stepchildren, Kim Iverson, Wendy (Dan) Drew, Jody June and Josh June; three granddaughters, Ashley, Meghan and Clare; and one sister, Pat Johns. She was preceded in death by her parents.  Memorial Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Chris Brundage officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Lenawee Humane Society. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
Lois Ann Kuzma Lapeer Lois Ann Kuzma, 83, a lifetime resident of Lapeer, passed away Tuesday (June 30, 2009). She was born March 2, 1926, in Attica, to Earl and Rachael (Schoettle) Utley. She married John S. Kuzma. Lois graduated from Lapeer High School, class of 1944. She worked for many years as a checker at A&P. Lois ultimately retired from the State Home, where she was a disbursements clerk. Lois was a loving homemaker her entire life. She loved bingo and attended St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lapeer for many years. She is survived by her children, Beth (Bill) Klinke of Ann Arbor, Mike (Carol) Laur of Lansing, Penny (Ed) Rowland of Orchard Park, N.Y. and Claude (Sally) Laur of Attica; stepchildren, John "Paul" (Marlene) Kuzma of Otisville, Larry Kuzma of Davison, Ken (Betty) Kuzma of Lapeer; 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Dolehanty of Byron, Mich. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Kuzma in 2003; son, John Laur; granddaughter, Cyn |
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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. |
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Lucile Van Norden, 90, of Holland, died Tuesday, July 7, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel in Holland. |
• Lydia "Sue" Colby, 90, of Manistee died July 3. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Marjorie L. Cawthorne, 96, passed away June 23, 2009, at Tendercare of Kalamazoo. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Martha J. Klavinski, age 90, of Bronson, died early Monday morning, July 6, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care facility in Coldwater. Martha was born Jan. 6, 1919 in Girard Township, daughter of William and Mary (Kelley) Tobolski and was a lifelong Branch County resident.. She married Floyd Klavinski on Nov. 8, 1947 in St. Charles Catholic Church in Coldwater. Floyd died on Nov. 26, 1977. In her early years, Martha worked at the former LA Darling Co. and Shaw Shoes in Coldwater and also at the former Douglas Corporation in Bronson (now Douglas Autotech). She was also a well known baby sitter. She was mostly known for her ability as a health care provider and care taker for many people over many years. She always chided that she should have been a nurse. Because of her caring attitude, many people have been able to live in their own homes instead of nursing homes for many more years . Martha was a member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson. She enjoyed walking, talking with friends and neighbors and her flowers. Surviving are her daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Ralph Toupalik of High Ridge, Mo., Alice and Mike Cranson of Quincy, Janet and Gary Younce of Bronson and Candy and Mark Snyder of Bronson; ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and her sister Veronica McMurtrie of Marshall. Also surviving are a special sister-in-law, Norma Klavinski and a special nephew, Edward Malovey along with several other in-law, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her twin sister Mary Hartsock, eight other sisters and four brothers. The funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Thomas Fernando officiating. Prayers before Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. 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 the Bronson Volunteer Fire Dept. or to the Bronson High School Baseball Program. |
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Marvin S. Sapiro, 83, of Chandler, Ariz., died peacefully surrounded by his family July 5, 2009. He was born July 25, 1925, in Baltimore, Md. He served in World War II in the U.S. Army, landing on Omaha Beach on D-Day. When he returned home he was one of the first returning veterans to enter and graduate from the University of Virginia. On Sept. 5, 1948, he married Gloria Frank of Adrian, Mich.; they returned to Adrian in 1949. He worked for Louis Frank and Sons, branching off to start Tri-County Welding Supplies in 1953. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Gloria, and three children, Leslie Sapiro, Bruce and Diane Raymond Sapiro of Chandler, Ariz., and Robyn L. Colucci of Boca Raton, Fla.; and five grandchildren, Jennifer and Todd Sapiro of Chandler, Ariz., and Dan, Melissa and Lara Colucci, all of Boca Raton, Fla. He was preceded in death by his parents, Israel and Lillian Sapiro, and his in-laws, Julian and Rose Frank. |
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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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• Maxine M. Batterson, 90, of Manistee, died July 4. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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A memorial service for Dorothy M. Wilson, who passed away on March 29, 2009, in Venice, Fla., will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 110 S. Clay Street, Sturgis. |
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Memorial services will be held for William “Bill” F. Mowrey on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Ninth Street Methodist Church, Three Rivers, with Rev. Thomas Reaume officiating. |
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Michael O. Beach 59, passed away June 14, 2009, in Phoenix, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his father, Owen Beach, in 1969 and mother, Ruth Beach, in 2007. He is survived by a sister, Robyn (Ken) McClellan, and two nephews Jim and Matt McClellan of Florida. Mike retired from American Express and enjoyed spending time with his Great Dane, Timmy, and gardening in his yard. He was an avid reader and loved staying up all night reading or watching movies. He also enjoyed roller blading with his dog and riding his Harley up into the mountains. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by George White Funeral Home, Quincy. Memorial contributions in Mike’s name can be made to the Humane Society of Branch County, 969 Wildwood Road, Quincy MI 49082.   |
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Michael F. Spytma Jr., age 69, of Fountain, formerly of Holland, passed away July 2, 2009, at Memorial Medical Center of West Michigan. A funeral service for Michael will be on Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 3060 W. US-10, Ludington, with Pastor Ron Houk officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Final interment will take place at Bachelor Cemetery.  The family has entrusted Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center with arrangements.   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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Mildred (Wilcox) Gezelman passed away Jan. 4, 2009, in Florida. She was born July 2, 1909, in Elmira, Mich. 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.   |
Mildred Carey-Bright of Daytona Beach, Florida, passed away March 27, 2009. |
Myrel Arthur Olrich June 30, 2009 Friday, July 3, 2009 12:03 PM |
Myrel Arthur Olrich, 88, a lifelong resident of Ottawa Lake, MI, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at his residence while under hospice care. |
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Orlin F. Boggs, 92, of Goshen, Ind., and formerly of Howe, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 3, 2009, at Waterford Crossing in Goshen. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 pm today at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at English Prairie Church of the Brethren. Burial will be in English Prairie Cemetery in Howe. Memorials may be made to English Prairie Church of the Brethren. |
Patti A. Eaglin Nov. 23, 1954-July 1, 2009 Sunday, July 5, 2009 12:16 AM |
Patti A Eaglin was born Nov. 23, 1954, and died July 1, 2009. Patti passed through this life, after a courageous battle with cancer. |
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Pauline M. Lambright, 93, lifelong Litchfield resident, passed away July 2, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  She was born May 17, 1916, in Litchfield, the daughter of Rex and Olive (Swope) Curey.  Pauline graduated from Litchfield High School and was a bus driver for the Litchfield Community Schools for 22 years.  She was a 70-year member of the Litchfield Rebecca Lodge and was the Litchfield site coordinator for the Hillsdale County Senior Services Center.  Pauline enjoyed camping trips, playing the piano and organ, watching soap operas on television, playing cards and painting in oils. On Dec. 23, 1934, she married Duane Lambright and he preceded her in death in 1987. Survivors include one daughter, Regina (Gordon) Knapp Litchfield; two sons,  Rex (Carol) Lambright Jonesville and Clifford (Judy) Lambright Onsted; one brother, Richard (Pauline) Curey Litchfield; 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Pauline was preceded in death by her parents, two sons (Harvey and Charles Lambright), grandson (Tony Knapp), two brothers (Ransom and Levi Curey), and one sister (Ruth Lent). Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating.  Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Litchfield.  Visitation is scheduled from 10 a.m. until time of service Monday. Memorials are suggested to the Litchfield District Library Building Fund or the Litchfield United Methodist Church Food Pantry. |
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Phillis C. Staley, age 67, of Onsted passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at her home. Phillis was born on May 20, 1942, in Adrian, Mich., the daughter of Frances B. Stevens. She graduated from Onsted High School in 1960. Phillis married Jack L. Staley, Sr. on July 6, 1966, in Adrian. He survives. She was a former member of North Rome Baptist Church. Phillis enjoyed a class at Charlene’s Ceramics, sewing, pie making, roses, cooking, puzzles and naming things. She was a loving mother with a sense of humor who loved doing everything with her husband, Jack. Surviving, besides her husband, Jack, are their three children, Jack (Tammy) Staley, Jr. of Onsted, Jackie Harris of Brooklyn and Heidi (David) Rathke of Onsted; four grandchildren, Preston and Quentin Staley, Katie and Jared Harris; brother, Kermit (Nancy) Stevens of Florida; special cousin, Joyce Ruppert of Napoleon; and niece, Christine Osborne of Belleville. She was preceded in death by her mother, sister, Berna Mae Osborne; and son-in-law, Vance Harris. Funeral Services for Phillis will be 2 p.m. Sunday, July 12, 2009, at the Dunn Chapel, Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Onsted with Pastor Fritz Kruse officiating. Interment will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2009, at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian.  Visitation will be Saturday, July 11, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.    |
RICHARD L. ROBBINS VALLEY CENTER Richard L. Robbins, age 83, of Valley Center, died July 2, 2009. He was born July 8, 1925 in Ypsilanti, Michigan to Stewart and Katharine Robbins. He graduated from Henry Ford Trade School and joined the U.S. Army. He served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Dick married Billie Joan Duncan on May 17, 1946. Richard was retired from Sheet Metal Workers Local 80 of Southfield. He worked many years for Ensroth Construction. Dick loved to golf and had been a member of the Senior's Golf League in Capac. He also hunted and fished and was a lifetime member of the Brown City VFW and the Peck American Legion. He is survived by three children, Dennis Robbins of Edmonds, WA, Barb (Steve Wetter) Robbins of Brown City and Pamela (Terry) Scott of Arizona City, Arizona; one stepson, Larry Henderson, twenty-three grandchildren and forty-nine great grandchildren, two great grandchildren; one sister, Marie Vega and one daughter-in-law, Michele Robbins.. He was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Joan (1967); one son, Richard Lee Robbins Jr. (2000); one brother, Stewart and one step daughter, Carol Zeiglar. Funeral services were held at Carman Funeral Home in Brown City. Burial followed in Valley Center Cemetery. Arrangements made by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City. |
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ROBERT ALAN DANIELSON LUDINGTON Robert Alan Danielson, age 54, of Ludington, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 28. Bob was born July 12, 1954 in Ludington, the son of Eugene and Stella (Claypool) Danielson. He grew up in Ludington graduating from Ludington High School with the class of 1973. He was married on Sept. 7, 2008 to Janice Cook and she survives. Bob was employed as a journeyman millwright by Harsco for 33 years and in his free time enjoyed riding his Harley, fishing, NASCAR and spending time with his family. He was currently working on restoring a 1978 El Camino. He was a member of the Ludington Boat Club, the Dear Brothers Association, and UAW Local 811. He will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his family, which includes his wife, Janice Cook Danielson of Ludington; his children, Tim (Jessica) Danielson of Ludington and Shelly (Jeff) Samuels of Erlanger, Kentucky; his parents, Eugene and Stella Danielson of Florida; his in-laws, Wes and Bette Cook of Croswell; his sisters, Linda (Doug) Shank of Minnesota, Cindy Noble and Melody (Scott) Berryman, both of Florida; his grandchildren, Jordan, Jayden and Gabe Danielson; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by special friends Dale and Lynn Guenthardt of Ludington. The funeral for Bob Danielson was held at Trinity Evangelical Free Church with the Rev. Ryan Cook and the Rev. Harold Price officiating. Interment followed in Lakeview Cemetery. Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Hospice of Michigan or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements made by Dorrell Funeral Home. |
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Randall J. Schudel, age 75, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center. Randy was born May 5, 1934, in Wauseon, Ohio, the only child of George and Louise (VonDeylen) Schudel. From 1953 to 1957, he served his country in the United States Air Force. On Feb. 1, 1957, he married Norma “Jean” Gerken at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Freedom Township, Ohio. Jean, his wife of more than 52 years, survives. Randy retired from Fayette Tubular in 1996.  In addition to his wife, Randy is survived by two sons, Steven (Shirley) Schudel of Bowling Green and Scott (Melinda) Schudel of Adrian. Also surviving are four grandsons, Alan (Rebecca), Christopher, Daniel and James; two granddaughters, Jeryl and Kellie; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter in infancy. The funeral service for Randy will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Joel Sarrault officiating. Burial will follow at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Wednesday, from 4 to 8 p.m. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Randy may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
Raymond H. Hoot March 23, 1929-July 3, 2009 Monday, July 6, 2009 11:52 AM |
Raymond H. Hoot, 80, of Harrison, MI, formerly of Milan, passed away at 7 PM, Friday, July 3, 2009 at the Mid Michigan Medical Center, Gladwin. He had been in poor health for 11 years and seriously ill since last October. |
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The Rev. Milo Francis DeMint, age 90, formerly of Nottawa, Mich., passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at Our Lady of Victory Nursing Home in Bourbonnais, Ill. He was born June 7, 1919, in Columbus, Ohio, a son of Frank A. and Louise M. DeMint. The Rev. Milo DeMint spent many years as a minister of the Nazarene Church, with pastorates in Ohio, Michigan and Wisconsin. He was an ordained elder of the Michigan District Church of the Nazarene. He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife and family: Wilmyth L. DeMint of Bourbannais; a daughter, Rebecca (David) Pitts of Gardendale, Ala.; three sons, Michael (Norma) DeMint of Gregory, Mich., Daniel (Dianna) DeMint) of St. Louis, Mo., and John (Debbie) DeMint of St. Anne, Ill.; two sisters, June (Dick) McKinley of Pataskala, Ohio, and Jewel Woody of Ripley, W. Va.; 11 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Milo was preceded in death by a brother, David DeMint, a sister, Joan Presley; and a grandchild. Visitation will be held from 12-1 p.m. today, prior to the service at 1 p.m., at Three Rivers Church of the Nazarene, 1221 Coon Hollow Road, Three Rivers, with Pastor Bob Anderson officiating. Interment will be held in Nottawa Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Hohner Funeral Home of Three Rivers.   |
Richard V. Heck 1918-2009 Richard V. Heck, 90, Cheboygan, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2009 at Hospice House in Cheboygan. Richard was born November 8, 1918 in Pigeon, the son of Edward and Bertha (Weiss) Heck. He married Ida Mae Schweitzer on October 24, 1941. She preceded him in death on April 9, 1989. Richard married Louise Baur on November 5, 1994. He served in the European Theater with the U.S. Army during World War II. He was employed in underground construction by Frank J. Knight in Troy for over 40 years, retiring in 1980 as a head foreman. Richard resided in Detroit most of his life, later in Atlanta for 20 years and finally in Cheboygan for the past 10 years. He was a member of St. Thomas Lutheran Church, VFW Post #5857 in Onaway, and enjoyed collecting stamps, gardening, crossword puzzles, playing cards and woodworking. Richard is survived by his wife, Louise; two daughters, Jean (John) Baumert, Indiana and Nancy Heck, North Carolina; one son, Keith (Cheryl) Heck, Wisconsin; three step-daughters, Dianna Baur, Florida, Marilee (Bernard) Lillie, Cheboygan and Karen (Roger) Richardson, Florida; one step-son, Andrew (Marie) Baur, Michigan; five grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Ida Mae; three sisters, Lorene Blome, Fern Heck and Dorothy Stark and three brothers, Norman, Robert and infant brother, Orville. Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 2, 2009 at St. Thomas Lutheran Church with Rev. Harry A. Budd Wagner officiating. Burial was in Glen Eden Cemetery, Livonia. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Straits, the St. Thomas Food Pantry, or the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Christian Funeral Home, Cheboygan. |
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Richard and #147;Rich and #148; (Stock) Stasiak Tuesday, July 7, 2009 12:21 PM |
A memorial Mass for Richard and #147;Rich and #148; (Stock) Stasiak, 64, formerly of Temperance, who died June 5 in Sarasota, Fla., will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, Temperance. |
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Robert C. Gamboe, 80, of Pioneer, Ohio, died at his residence on Wednesday, July 1, 2009. Calling hours will be 2-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 3 at the Thompson Funeral Home in Pioneer, with a Lion Club service at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the Pioneer United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Floral Grove Cemetery with graveside military rites. |
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Robert F. Robinson Lapeer Robert F. Robinson, 77, of Lapeer for the last 23 years, passed away Tuesday (June 30, 2009). He was born February 19, 1932, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, to George and Nora (Logan) Robinson. He married Norma J. Smith on January 19, 1957 in Detroit. Mr. Robinson proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a paratrooper and paramedic. Being a pilot was always something he was very proud of, along with the fun fact that he participated in air show acrobatics when he was very young. He was an entrepreneur and electrician by trade. Bob loved being a devout Catholic as a member of Immaculate Conception Church, as well as appreciating church architecture at his home church and everywhere. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and being very family oriented - especially as a great dad. He is survived by wife, Norma Robinson; children, Deborah Nussbaum of Farmington, Cheryl (Daniel) Barnes of Warren, Mark Robinson of Downingtown, Pa., Susan Ro |
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Robert "Nick" Nellis passed away on Friday, July 3 in Traverse City. Robert resided in Owosso most of his life but recently moved to Ludington where his son lives and also spent time in Traverse City ... |
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Rod Stephens, 51, of Holland, died Friday, June 3, 2009, at Hospice House in Holland. A memorial service is 6:30 p.m. Thursday June 9, 2009, at Fellowship Reformed Church, 300 N. 168th Ave. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Northwood Chapel. |
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Rosalie M. Northup, 77, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2009 at her home. She was born June 21, 1932 in Hillsdale County to John and Ida (Williams) Winchell.  She was married June 23, 1951 to Fredrick Northrup and he preceded her in death in 1995. Rosalie is survived by three daughters, Linda Bilby of North Adams, Carol Kline of Camden and Patricia (Delbert) Howard of Hillsdale; four sons, Donald (Wanda) Northrup of Litchfield, Michael (Annette) Northrup, Dennis (Kelly) Northrup and Frank (Melissa) Northrup all of Hillsdale; two sisters, Imajean Spahr of Ransom Township and Judy (George) Sines of Pittsford; three brothers, Jack (Phyllis) Winchell of Hillsdale, Lewis (Ada) Winchell of Mount Pleasant and Ronald Winchell of Florida; 50 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her husband Fredrick, she was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Vickie and Debbie; a sister, Doreen; two brothers, Fremont and Dick; and two grandsons, Jason and Richard Paul. Graveside funeral services for Rosalie M. Northrup will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday. at Cambria #1 Cemetery, Cambria Township with Pastor Paul Craig officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Monday  at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to the Hillsdale County Senior Services Center. To view this obituary and send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Sandra K. Fields, age 56, of Coldwater, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 3, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County after a long and courageous battle with her ill health. A service will be held on Wednesday, July 8, at noon at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater, with Pastor Shayne Looper of Lockwood Community Church officiating. Interment will follow at Batavia Cemetery Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 10 a.m. at the funeral home Sandra was born on April 8, 1953, in Battle Creek to Elmer and Marjorie (Farris) Burk. Sandra married Richard “Dick” Fields on Nov. 2, 1979, in Coldwater. She was a loving wife, mother and homemaker and had also worked in Home Health Care. Sandra loved the outdoors, going camping, four-wheelering, gardening, canning and blueberry picking. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Michael Burk. Sandra is survived by her husband, Dick; her son, Richard (Jacqueline) Fields of St. Louis, Mo.; her daughter, Michelle (Todd) Brouse; brothers Charlie (Pam) Burk and Bill (Martha) Burk of Coldwater; sisters Deb (Terry) Clark and Lori (Jeff) Weaver, all of Coldwater and Beckie (Tim) Greeley of Florida; grandchildren Chad Morningstar, Jade Edson, Erica and Dakota Brouse, Jonathon, Joshua and Ryan Fields and several nieces and nephews Memorials may be directed to the family. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook. |
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Shirley Elizabeth Oestrike July 29, 1932-June 28, 2009 Tuesday, July 7, 2009 12:21 PM |
Shirley Elizabeth Oestrike, age 76, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2009 at the Arbor Hospice Residence after a long illness with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. |
• Sue A. Knauss, 65, of Irons, died Sunday morning, July 5. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Teresa and #147;Teri and #148; Lynn Freels Nov. 24, 1955-June 29, 2009 Friday, July 3, 2009 12:56 PM |
Teri Freels, 53, of Westland passed away on Monday, June 29 at 6:56 at Oakwood Annapolis Hospital, Wayne. She had been ill for 1 and frac12; years. |
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Thomas L. Vork, 54, of Holland, died Monday, July 6, 2009, at the Holland Hospital. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services.   |
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Thomas S. Dull, age 87, formerly of Sturgis, passed away June 1, 2009. Thomas (also known as Richard or Dick) joins his wife of 67 year, Dorthy Dull, who passed in October, 2007. They had been seasonal and then permanent residents of Okeechobee, Fla., since his retirement. |
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WESTMINSTER, Calif. — James Michael "Mike" Newland died July 1, 2009, in Westminster, Calif. His quiet strength and faith will be remembered by all who knew and loved him.Mike was born Oct. 10, 1952, in Connersville, Ind., the son of James E. and Patricia R. Newland. Mike graduated from South Hills High School in Covina, Calif., and from Central Michigan University. He also attended Princeton Seminary.He was a buyer for Robinson-May Department Stores until severe Juvenile Diabetes forced his retirement in 1996. Later, he worked part-time teaching special needs children for the Traverse City Area Public Schools.Mike was an accomplished musician, playing guitar and singing. He composed many Christian and secular songs. He performed with "The Sound Of Faith" during his high school and college years. He also enjoyed church choirs in California and Traverse City, and sang with and served as business manager for Cherry Capital Chorus.He is survived by both of his parents; his wife, Gail; children, Joseph Newland, on duty with the U.S. Coast Guard in San Diego, Calif., and Melissa Newland of Houston, Texas; sister, Debbie (Ken) Ruggeone of Lake Forest, Calif.; brother, Jeff (Susan) Newland of Traverse City; step-daughter, Shayna (Kevin) Stiles; beloved step-granddaughters, Samantha and Kaitlin Stiles; as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins.A private memorial service will be held Aug. 1 in Traverse City, with interment in the Midland City Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, West Michigan Chapter, 5075 Cascade Rd., Suite F, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. |
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Vernett E. Palmer, age 95, of Three Rivers, Mich., passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at Riverview Manor Nursing Home following a lengthy illness.  She was born Nov. 25, 1914, in Sturgis, a daughter of Merton and Edith (Laughlin) Miller. Mrs. Palmer has been a lifelong resident of this area.  She retired from Weyerhauser Corp., formerly Eddy Paper, in 1955.  She was a member of the Three Rivers Eagles Auxiliary #2303, American Legion Hice Shutes #170 Auxiliary, the Grandmothers Club, and D.A.V. Auxiliary.  On Dec. 31, 1936, she married Nolan “Pete” Palmer, who preceded her in death. She leaves to cherish her memory a step-son, Donald Palmer, of California; a niece, Nancy Sult, of Three Rivers; a great-niece and nephew, Jennifer and Timothy Sult; and a sister, Marie Mayer. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. today at Riverside Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Arrangements are by the Hohner Funeral Home of Three Rivers.   |
Victoria L. Currington-Leach Jan. 16, 1974-July 5, 2009 Tuesday, July 7, 2009 12:21 PM |
Victoria L. Currington-Leach, age 35, of Monroe, died Sunday at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio. She had been in poor health for 1 and frac12; years. |
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EWEN, Mich. -- Virginia May (Popps) Fields, know to her friends as "Ginny" and to her family as "Pooh," passed away peacefully in the Hundred Acre Wood surrounded by her family on Friday, July 3, 2009. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Vivian H. Juntunen, 90, of Bessemer, died Thursday, July 2, 2009, in Wakefield. |
WAYNE JOHN RUMPTZ SNOVER Wayne John Rumptz, age 80, of Snover, passed away Monday, June 29, 2009 with his sister-in-law, two nieces and care giver at his side. He was born on July 18, 1928 in Argyle to the late William and Luella (Osentoski) Rumptz. He married Bonnie Mae Franzel on August 5, 1961 in Bad Axe. She preceded him in death on February 4, 2006. Wayne attended a country school. He served in the US Army. He worked for Detroit Edison and for Central Transport Trucking before retiring after 30 years and two months. He was a parishioner at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Argyle and loved to umpire for the church softball games. He loved trapping, gardening and spending time with his family and friends. Wayne is survived by his sister-in-law, Vicky (Dennis) Walling of Ubly; two nieces, Kelly (Walling) Phillips of Snover, Krystal (Walling) Fetterhoff of Ubly; one nephew, Mike Rumptz of Argyle; one great niece, Alaina June Fetterhoff of Ubly; two great nephews, Jarrett Everett Phillips of Snover and Jonathon Dennis Wayne Fetterhoff of Ubly. He was preceded in death by his brother, Myron Rumptz on April 9, 1998 and his sister, Phyllis Oliver on June 30, 2008 and an infant sister. The funeral Mass was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Argyle with the pastor, Rev. Joseph Griffin, officiating. Burial was in the St. Ignatius Cemetery in Freiburg with military honors provided by the Thumb Veterans Organization. Arrangements made by Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly. |
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Wanda Lee Cramer, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at Saginaw Covenant Hospital after a short illness. There will be a memorial service at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Phil Hortop presiding. Wanda lived at the Antler Arms apartment complex in Gladwin since February of 2003. Wanda leaves many friends in Gladwin, and her smile and unique sense of humor will be greatly missed by all. |
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William F. Kasdorf, age 80, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Friday morning, July3, 2009, at the Sturgis Hospital emergency room. He was born Aug. 2, 1928, in Sturgis, a son of the late John and Lucile (Gross) Kasdorf. Bill was a lifelong Sturgis resident and graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1946. On June 1, 1947, he married Garnetta Bassett at the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis. He was a licensed master plumber and most of his working life was with Casselman Inc. Mechanical Contractors in Sturgis. At the time of his retirement in 1990, he held the position of corporate president. For a short time in his early life, he had worked for Holland Furnace in Sturgis. Bill was a dedicated member of the National Rifle Association, Life member of the Michigan Trap shooters Association and B.P.O. Elks #1381, member and past president of the Sturgis Exchange Club and member of the St. Joseph County Conservation and Sportsman Club, the Amateur Softball Association and was instrumental in establishing the first women’s fast pitch softball team in the Sturgis area. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, wondering the woods of northern Michigan, trap shooting, in his younger years he was a private pilot and for 15 years he coached women’s fast pitch softball. Many will miss his knack for telling great stories and the wise advice he would offer. Bill had many involvements and interests in his life, but what he valued the very most was his family and many friends. He truly loved life. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Garnetta;, three daughters, Patricia (James) Brown of Kendallville, Ind., Ann Kasdorf of Portage and Tammy (David) Pagels of Sturgis; a son-in-law. Patrick Long of Ypsilanti; six grandchildren, Marci Long of Sturgis, Dustin (Jill) Pagels of Sturgis, Andrew (Miranda) Pagels of Sturgis, Joshua Brown of Ann Arbor, Jessica Brown of Kendallville and Ashley Kasdorf of Portage; three great-grandchildren, Nathan Pagels, Matthew Pagels and Gracie Kay Pagels; a sister, Janet Dillivan of Sturgis; three brothers, Howard (Grace) Kasdorf, John Kasdorf Jr., and Allen (Carol) Kasdorf, all of Sturgis; and several nieces and nephews. His parents and one daughter, Kay Long, preceded him in death. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, where a memorial service celebrating the life of William Kasdorf will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday. The Rev. Robert Keim of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis will officiate. Burial of the ashes will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests those who wish to make a memorial donation in Mr. Kasdorf’s memory consider the St. Joseph County Conservation and Sportsman Club, 23640 Featherstone Road, Sturgis; Camp Fort Hill c/o: Sturgis Foundation, 310 N. Franks Ave., Sturgis, or the charity of one’s choice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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