Saturday, July 18, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 7/18/09


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Barbara Ann Ward

Saturday, July 11, 2009 6:58 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Barbara Ann Ward, 54, of Sturgis, Mich., died July 9, 2009 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo following a short illness. Relatives and friends may call from noon until 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon where services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday with teh Deacon Bruce Fielis officiating. Burial will be in Salem Lutheran Cemetery.


 


 

Bertha E. Lusby

• Bertha E. Lusby, 92, of Bear Lake, died July 14 in Florida. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Betty Mae Ballard, 79

Betty Mae Ballard, 79, of Cheboygan, died peacefully at the home of her daughter late Wednesday, July 15, 2009. 


 


 


 


 


 


 

Charles H. Post

Charles H. Post of Gladwin, formerly of Saginaw, beloved husband, father and brother passed away Saturday, July 11, 2009 at University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor at the age of 64.


 


 

Charles Ivan Titsworth Burton Charles Ivan Titsworth, 51, of Burton, passed away Tuesday (July 14, 2009) at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Charles was born in Flint on September 17, 1957, son of Wayne and Agnes (Colman) Titsworth. He married Deborah Lynn Beels on June 21, 2002. Charles proudly served his country with the Air Force, the Marine Corp and the Navy, from which he retired. He also worked at Hagemeyer North America. Charles enjoyed woodworking, hunting and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Deborah; daughters, Feather (Mike) Amato, Nikki Naim, Katie and Cody Titsworth; step-children, Jason (Jill) Sattler, Selina Sattler and Sarah (John) Gandy; 11 grandchildren; 4 brothers; 7 sisters; mother, Agnes Romain; step-mother, Caroline Titsworth. Charles was preceded in death by his father. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled Veterans of America. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday (July 17, 2009) at Allen Funeral

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Charlotte M. Welsh

Thursday, July 16, 2009 10:27 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charlotte M. Welsh, age 82, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. Arrangements are pending at Wagley Funeral Home.   


 


 

Clara R. Krueger June 14, 1926-July 13, 2009

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:23 PM 

Clara R. Krueger, 83 yrs, of Petersburg, died Monday at Aspen Grove Assisted Living. 


 


 

Colleen Lee James June 30, 1979-July 13, 2009

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:23 PM 

Colleen Lee James, 30, of Taylor, MI., went to be with Jesus July 13, 2009, after fighting cystic fibrosis. She never gave up. 


 


 

Cynthia Joann Williams

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 12:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Cynthia Joann Williams, age 46, of Knob Noster, Mo., passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at her home after a long battle with cancer. She was born on Nov. 9, 1962, in Coldwater, the daughter of James E. and Sally A. (Arklie) Uhrig. On June 27, 1981, in Quincy, she was united in marriage to Curtis W. Williams. Cynthia was a graduate of the Coldwater High School and attended college for a while. She worked for First Community Bank as an AVP of Purchasing and Internal Auditor. Cynthia was a member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Sedalia. She volunteers for the American Cancer Society, where she was Chairperson for Relay for Life, as well as being on the Regional Council and Heroes of Hope. Survivors include her husband, Curtis W. Williams; two daughters and husbands, Courtney P. Rumans and Bryan M. and Christine M. Morton and Johnathan D. all of Knob Noster; her parents, James E. and Sally A. Uhrig of Coldwater; parents-in-laws, Carl O. and Janet M. Williams of Papillion, Neb.; and one brother, Michael Uhrig of Grove City, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2009, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Sedalia. Pastor Ken Tatkenhorst will be officiating.  Burial will be in the Knob Noster Cemetery. Pallbearers are Derek Morton, Bryan Rumans, Calvin Williams, Craig Williams, Cameron Williams, Michael Uhrig, Bryant Massengale and Aaron Ringen.  Honorary pallbearer will be Steve Quick. The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home in Warrensburg. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society and may be left in care of the funeral home.


 


 

Dale A. Riedel 1943-2009 Dale A. Riedel, 66, Yale and formerly of Delaware Township, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at Medilodge of Yale. He was born April 16, 1943 in Forestville to the late Max and Helen B. (Bieth) Riedel. He was a 1960 graduate of Harbor Beach High School. He worked at Michigan Peat Moss Company in Minden City and farmed with his father in Delaware Township. Dale is survived by three sisters, Emma Hanselman, Fort Gratiot, Ilene (Sherman) Miller, Athens and Joyce (Michael) Wrubel, Woodland; four brothers, Robert (Shirley) Riedel, Jeddo, Richard (Terry) Riedel, Trenton, Warren (Diane) Riedel, Harbor Beach and Larry (Lana) Riedel, Harbor Beach; several nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother on June 11, 1964 and his father in October of 1995. Funeral Mass was held on Saturday, July 11, 2009 at St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church, Forestville with Rev. Paul Bala officiating. Burial was in the EastDelaware Township Cemetery. Memorials are requested to St. John Chrysostom Church, Forestville or the Medilodge of Yale. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Smigielski Funeral Home, Minden City.

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Darlene J. Roach

Darlene J. Roach of Bancroft, age 73 died July 2, 2009 at Hurley Medical Center surrounded by her family. 


 


 

David Knell, 57

Friday, July 17, 2009 8:54 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Pastor David Allan Knell, 57, of Hancock, died Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Marquette General Hospital. A funeral service will be on Saturday, July 18, at 4 p.m. at Marquette Bible Church in Marquette with Rev. David Chambers officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service in the church. The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family.   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.


 


 

Dennis Eugene Seeley

Dennis Eugene Seeley, age 52, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2009 at his home with his family by his side.


 


 

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Donna Marie Gauger

Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:09 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donna Marie Gauger, 81, of rural Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at Country Living Adult Foster Care in Hillsdale. She was born Sept. 26, 1927 in Jackson to Floyd and Vernia (Lister) Barrington. Donna belonged to the Litchfield First Baptist Church, the Litchfield Historical Society and at one time, the Mosherville Ladies Aid. On Sept. 15, 1946 she married Robert Harold Gauger and he preceded her in death in 1998. Survivors include two daughters, Vondalee (Richard) Cares of Jonesville, Janet (Jeff) Biggs of Homer; one son, Russell (Marcia) Gauger of Hillsdale; sister-in-law, Twila Barrington of Litchfield; brother-in-law, Donald (Helen) Gauger of Reading; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Richard; one grandson; and two brothers. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with interment following in Mosherville Cemetery. Pastors Brent Stille and Alton Glazier will be officiating. Visitation is 4–7 p.m.  Friday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale, Litchfield Historical Society, or First Baptist Church of Litchfield.


 


 

Donnabelle Witham

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 3:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donnabelle Witham, 84, of Topeka, Ind., died July 14, 2009, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange, Ind. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Burial will be in Fairfield Cemetery in Corunna, Ind. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.    


 


 

Doris M. Brown 1929-2009 Doris Mae Brown, 80, Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at her daughter's home, with her family by her side, while under hospice care. She was born on May 19, 1929 to the late Earl and Beatrice (Ganley) Dickinson. Doris married Donald Brown on January 23, 1954 in San Francisco, Calif. Doris was co-owner of Don's Water Service, Harbor Beach. She loved to read her Bible and other books as well as tend to her flowers, play cards and do jigsaw puzzles. She is survived by her husband, Donald, Harbor Beach; son, Don, Grand Rapids; two daughters, Susan (James) Scott, Harbor Beach and Amy Brown, Portage; one sister-in-law, Florence Dickinson and several nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Tim Brown and three brothers, David, Douglas and Larry Dickinson. Cremation has taken place. There will be a grave side service at a later date. Memorials may be given to the United Hospice of Marlette. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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Dorothy A. Stanhope

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Dorothy Sersaw

• Dorothy I. Sersaw, 79, of Manistee, died Monday, July 13. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Edith Conley

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 3:07 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Edith Conley, age 70, of Sturgis, passed away Monday, July 13, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital. She was born Aug. 28, 1938, in Knott County, Ky., a daughter to Taulby and Delana Roberta (Shepard) Handshoe and has been a resident here since 1958, moving from Jackson, Mich. On March 18, 1953, in Kentucky, she married Clyde Conley. He preceded her in death Dec. 17, 2005. Edith had worked at Glabmin Paramount Furniture Co. in Sturgis and retired from Coachmen R.V. in Middlebury, Ind. She enjoyed watching TV and was fond of game shows such as Jeopardy and also mysteries and she so enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving are four daughters, Judy (William) Wolf of Sturgis, Loreane (Cliff) Ditmer of Bristol, Ind.,  Shirley Russell of Sturgis, and Lilly (Thomas) Mines of Nunica, Mich.; one son, Carlos‚ “Bud” Conley and wife, Pam, of Burr Oak; 17 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; her mother, Delana Roberta Terry of Kendallville, Ind.; one sister, Maggie Grow; and one brother, Oscar Handshoe, both of Kendallville, Ind. She was preceded in death by her father and husband. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m and 6-8 p.m. today at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Services celebrating the life of Edith Conley will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Willie Collins and Mr. Birtchel Mosley officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the family.Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Elizabeth A. Geiger 1913-2009 Elizabeth Adelaide (Volmering) Geiger, 96, Harbor Beach and formerly of Forestville, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at Lakeview Extended Care and Rehab Center in Harbor Beach. She was born on January 6, 1913 in Ruth to the late William and Theresa (Guitar) Volmering. She married Clement T. Geiger on May 22, 1934 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. He preceded her in death on March 3, 1984. Elizabeth was a graduate of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School. Prior to her marriage she worked in Detroit. Elizabeth and her husband resided on their farm in Sherman Township until they retired to Forestville in 1977. She was a dedicated wife and mother, raising a family of seven sons and one daughter. She was a parishioner of St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church in Forestville, where she was a member and former president of the Christian Mothers. She enjoyed her garden and playing cards. She is survived by seven sons, Gerald (Shirley) Geiger, Palms, Richard (Norma) Geiger, Springfield, Va., Herbert (Jean) Geiger, Bay City, Donald (Margaret) Geiger, Davison, Kenneth (Carolyn) Geiger, Hernando, Fla., Neil (Carolyn) Geiger, Davison and David (Hazel) Geiger, South Riding, Va.; one daughter, Ruth Ann (Joseph) Kucharczyk, Waxahachie, Texas; 31 grandchildren; 66 great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; two step grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren and three sisters-in-law, Eleanor Geiger, Margaret Volmering and Cecelia Siemen. She was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters, William (Anna) Volmering, Vincent (Alvina) Volmering, Alexander (Theresa) Volmering, Cornelius (Evelyn) Volmering, Irene (Robert) Holdwick, Mary (Bernard) Gentner, Aloysius Volmering and infant twins, John and Agatha; brothers and sisters-in-law, Leroy (Marie) Geiger, Joseph Siemen, Bernard Geiger, Leona (Elmer) Hessling and Shirley (Ernest) Reinke. Funeral mass was held on Saturday, July 11, 2009 at St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church in Forestville. Rev. Paul Bala, pastor officiated. Burial took place in the church cemetery. Memorials are requested to St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church or Lakeview Extended Care. Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly.

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Else Marie Kelly

Else Marie Kelly, age 94, formerly of Gladwin, passed away on June 14, 2009. 


 


 

Emily H. McElvany

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Emily H. McElvany, 73 of Coldwater, died Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at The Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. A visitation will be held on Friday, July 17, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. The service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the East Gilead Missionary Church with Pastor Harry Squires officiating. Interment will follow at East Gilead Cemetery in Gilead Township. Emily was born March 24, 1936 in Ashland, Ohio to Kenneth G. and Blanche (Schafer) Watkins. She married Roy McElvaney on Sept. 10, 1983 in Marine City. Emily was a secretary for General Electric corporate offices in East Cleveland for many years. She was also very involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters for many years, receiving Big Sister of the Year in the Michigan Area. After relocating to the Branch County area in 1984, she was secretary for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Branch County for a few years. She was a member of the East Gilead Missionary Church and a very talented musician. She played the bass guitar for the church band, played the piano and sang in the church choir, performing at many area nursing homes. She also played the bass fiddle in high school. Emily will always be remembered as a very kind, loving and generous person. She was preceded in death by her parents and a nephew John David Watkins. In addition to her husband Roy, Emily is survived by her son William (Kathleen) Lefler of Kaukauna, Wisc., her daughter Mary Jane Lefler of Willouhby, Ohio, her stepchildren Martin (Christine) McElvaney, Dale (Cheryl) McElvaney all of Monroe, Penny (Ted) Dwornik of Toledo, Ohio, Angela (David) Eagle of Monroe, her brothers Kenneth G. Watkins (William Cooley) of Rehoboth Beach, Del., John (Nancy) Watkins of Sarasota, Fla., her sister Lola Barackman of Copley, Ohio, grandchildren Jacquelyn E. Lefler and Michael C. Lefler of Wisconsin, nephew Kevin Barackman of Penn. and many step-grandchildren and great grandchildren. Memorials may be directed to the East Gilead Missionary Church. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook.#


 


 

Eric Vannette, 36

Friday, July 17, 2009 9:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Eric Vannette, 36, of Holland, died Thursday, July 16, 2009. Services are 1:30 p.m. Monday at  Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Northwood Chapel, 295 Douglas Ave., with Rev. Chad Steenwyk officiating. Burial is in North Holland Cemetery. Visiting is 7-9 p.m. Sunday 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.


 


 

Estelle Irene Svoke

Thursday, July 16, 2009 2:31 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Estelle Irene Svoke, 92, of Ironwood, passed away peacefully among family on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Esther M. Pierucke

Saturday, July 11, 2009 6:59 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Esther M. Pierucke, age 94, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Friday evening, July 10, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village. Visitation will be held on Monday with funeral services celebrating her life to be held on Tuesday.  A full obituary with times will be in Monday’s paper and available at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Esther M. Pierucki

Monday, July 13, 2009 2:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Esther Marie Pierucki, age 94, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Friday, July 10, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village. She was born Feb. 20, 1915, in Burr Oak Twp., Mich.,  a daughter to the late Annis and Erma Ruth (Johnson) Garn. Esther had been a lifelong resident of Burr Oak graduating from the Needham country school and working at Douglas Mfg. in Bronson and at National Carbon Coated Company in Sturgis. On Aug. 27, 1938, in Sturgis, Mich., she married John Pierucki.  He preceded her in death Jan. 17, 1994. She was a homemaker and a member of the St. Joseph County Farm Bureau. Surviving are two daughters, Sharon (Phillip) Mitchell and Gatha Pierucki, both of Burr Oak; one son, Mark Pierucki of Burr Oak; three grandchildren, Todd (Julie) Mitchell, Steven (Tina) Mitchell, and Jenny Pierucki; five great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Erma Beckwith-Sherman; and infant son, Annis. The family will receive friends and relatives from 4-8 p.m. today, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes - Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091. Funeral Services celebrating the life of Esther M. Pierucki will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, in the funeral home with The Rev. Brian Lutz, Heartland Hospice, officiating. Graveside services will follow in Burr Oak Cemetery.  The family suggest memorial donations be directed to Thurston Woods Village.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.    


 


 

Eugene A. 'Gene' Dziedzic, 80

Eugene A. "Gene" Dziedzic, 80, of Charlevoix, died peacefully Wednesday evening, July 15, 2009, at his home in Charlevoix surrounded by his family.


 


 

Eugene J. Latocki II April 17, 1952- July 17, 2009

Saturday, July 18, 2009 1:55 AM 

Eugene J. Latocki II, age 57, a Toledo resident formerly of Milan, died Friday morning July 17 at the University of Toledo Hospital. 


 


 

Eva M. Branton

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Evelyn Roselle (Kendall) Miller

Evelyn Roselle ( Kendall) Miller completed her journey into the next life on June 26, 2009 in Lynnwood, Washington, where she spent her winters with her daughter, Susan Miller.


 


 

Frank Cushman Moore

A memorial service celebrating the life of Frank Cushman Moore, who died Aug. 17, 2008, will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 25, at the family cottage on Pickerel Lake. Lunch will be served following the service. For directions, call (847) 840-2601.


 


 

Frank J. Pieper, Jr. 

Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com.


 


 

Gerald F. Baker July 12, 2009

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:21 PM 

Gerald F. Baker, 57, of Monroe died Sunday. 


 


 

Gerald F. Baker Oct. 19, 1951-July 12, 2009

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:46 AM

Gerald F. Baker, age 57 of Monroe, died July 12, 2009 in his home. 


 


 

Gertrude Wireman

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 6:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gertrude Wireman, 88, of Coldwater, died Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at her home. Gertrude was born Oct. 5, 1920 to Vinson and Vina (Wireman) Whitaker in Prestonburg, Ky. She married Ezra Wireman on April 23, 1937 in Lima. He preceded her in death on July 16, 1967. Gertrude spent many years working on the family farm with her husband before going to work for K-mart in Jackson, retiring after 25 years in the mid 1980s. She was a member of the Moscow Bible Church and had also attended Lockwood Community Church in Coldwater. Mrs. Wireman was a very crafty and a skilled seamstress, as she enjoyed knitting, crocheting and sewing, as well as, canning and gardening. She was a hard working and dedicated wife and mother, who was deeply devoted to her family. She is survived by her daughters, Shelvia (Robert) Petrie of Jerome, Mira (Lacerne) Klingler of Coldwater; sisters, Grace Burk of Napoleon and Marjorie Stambaugh of Sarasota, Fla.; 10 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild along with many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Gertrude was preceded in death by her son, Robert Lee Wireman in 1992 and one infant daughter, Betty Sue Wireman. A visitation will be held from 4 -7 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. The service will be held 1 p.m. Monday at the Hanson-Neely Funeral Home in Alger, Ohio with visitation held prior to the service beginning at noon. The Rev. David Petersheim will officiate. Interment will follow at Preston Cemetery in Alger, Ohio. Memorials suggested to CHC Home Health & Hospice or the Fresnius Dialysis Center in Coldwater.


 


 

Gladys Mulder, 88

Friday, July 17, 2009 8:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gladys Mulder, 88, died July 17, 2009, at an area care center. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, July 20, at Bethany Christian Reformed Church, 11 E.  32nd St., Holland with Rev. Jacob Heerema officiating. Burial in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Sunday at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St., and 10-11 a.m. Monday at the church.   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.


 


 

Gordon Suter Elba Twp. Gordon Suter (Marcel Gauthier), of Elba Township, passed away Saturday (July 11, 2009) at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. Gordon was 75 years old and was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., on November 26, 1933. He was adopted by Emil Arthur Suter and raised by him and Gordon's mother, Margaret. He graduated from Brimley High School, class of 1952. He joined the Navy in the fall of 1952 and served until 1960. He married Nina Mae Stone on December 22, 1955 at Waterford Community Church. He worked at AC Spark Plug for 36 years and retired in 1996. Gordon was a member of Calvary Bible Church, American Legion #16 (Lapeer), Oddfellows Lodge #94 and Lapeer Eagles #2427. He enjoyed motorcycle riding, hunting, fishing, woodwork and camping. He leaves treasured memories to his wife, Nina; sons, Mark (Cindy) of Lapeer, David (Penny) of Apex, N.C., John (friend, Lisa) of Burton, Jim of Lapeer and Tim of Scotville; special niece-daughter, Linda (Steve

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Greg James Booms 1961-2009 Greg James Booms, 47, Harbor Beach, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2009 at Houston Hospice in Houston, TX. He was born on September 18, 1961 in Harbor Beach to Marvin and the late Virginia (Wrubel) Booms. Greg and Cindy Weiss were married on November 5, 1994 in Harbor Beach. Greg was a mechanic for Harbor Beach Community Schools since 1992. He enjoyed modified tractor pulling, drag racing and especially being with his family. Greg was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife, Cindy, Harbor Beach; step-daughter, Courtney Booms, Peck; children, Zackery and Jessy Booms, Harbor Beach; father, Marvin Booms, Harbor Beach; brothers, Russell (Lorie) Booms, Bad Axe, Roy (Peg) Booms, Minden City and Dale (Pam) Booms, Harbor Beach and sister, Carol (Lenny) Fisher, Kinde. Funeral services were held on Friday, July 10, 2009 in Zion Lutheran Church, Harbor Beach with Rev. David McCloskey officiating. Burial was in Rock Falls Cemetery, Harbor Beach. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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Harold Lankheet, 84

Thursday, July 16, 2009 9:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harold Lankheet, 84, of Grandville, formerly of Zeeland, died Thursday, July 16, 2009. Arrangements will be announced by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.


 


 

Hazel L. Bunte-Cunliffe July 11, 1918-July 14, 2009

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:45 AM 

Hazel L. Bunte-Cunliffe, age 91, of Flat Rock, MI died on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 in the comfort of her home. 


 


 

Helen Anderson

Friday, July 17, 2009 10:22 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Helen Anderson, age 86, of Tecumseh died Thursday, July 16, 2009, at Herrick Medical Center. She was born July 30, 1922, in Tipton to Herman and Anna (Hubenur) Luck. On July 12, 1940, she married Ferris Anderson in Wauseon, Ohio, and he preceded her in death in April of 2003. Helen attended Tipton Community Church. She enjoyed traveling up north, gardening and fishing. Helen is survived by her daughter, Phyllis (Fred) Betzoldt of Brighton; two grandchildren, Belinda (David) Kingsley of Saline and Scott (Frances) of Dexter; five great-grandchildren, Andy, Jacob, Abigail, Lucas and Ethan; two sisters, Doris Morse and Lucille Millet; and one sister-in-law, Fern Luck. In addition to her husband, Helen was preceded in death by her parents, and 11 brothers and sisters. Funeral services for Helen will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh (1448 Short St.), with Pastor John Deuble officiating. Burial will follow at Tipton Cemetery. Visitation will be held today from 5 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh, and also on Saturday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.


 


 

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.


 


 

Helen Margaret Swehla

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 10:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Helen Margaret Swehla, age 101, of Deerfield, formerly of Summerfield Township, died Monday morning, July 13, 2009. Mrs. Swehla was born Jan. 29, 1908, in Toledo, the daughter of John and Stella (Keivens) Zimmerman. She married Benjamin J. Swehla, Oct. 2, 1937, at St. Joseph's Parsonage in Ida. He died July 23, 1978. Helen was a member of St. Alphonsus Church of Deerfield, a former member of St. Joseph’s Church in Ida, and its Christian Mothers. She was also a member of the Farm Bureau. In her youth, Helen cleaned various local homes, and worked in the Ida Cannery. Survivors include a son, James (Betty) Swehla  of Los Banos, Calif.; two daughters, Marian (William) Howard and Kathleen (Jimmy) Barta, both of Deerfield; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; a daughter, Margie McMahon; two brothers, George and Stanley Zimmerman; and two sisters, Rosella Zimmerman and Ruth Schlump. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home in Ida from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday, with a Scripture Service at 7 p.m. She will lie in state at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Deerfield, on Saturday, from 10 a.m. until the Mass of Resurrection at 11 a.m. Fr. Jack Lounghran will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Petersburg. Memorial contributions for Mrs. Swehla may be made to the St. Alphonsus SALT Center. Online condolences may be sent to www.capaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Hubert M. Dillin, 89

Friday, July 17, 2009 9:02 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Hubert M. Dillin, 89, of Holland died Thursday, July 16, 2009 at his home.  A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, July 20, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., in Holland. Reverend John Gipson and Reverend Mike Houser will be officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, July 19, 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.


 


 

Ida Campeau

Scripture service for ida Campeau will be at 8:30 p.m. tonight at Dorrell Funeral Home, not 8 p.m. as previously noted. Family will receive friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Dorrell Funeral Home. F... 


 


 

Irene M. Urban July 15, 2009

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:46 AM 

Irene M. Urban, 94, of Erie, MI died Wednesday, July 15, 2009 while inpatient at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. 


 


 

Irving Friberg

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 1:55 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Irving Friberg, of Osseo, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009, at the Toledo Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. He was born Oct. 6, 1928, in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Abraham and Esther (Noer) Friberg. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sonia Friberg whom he married Aug. 14, 1960. He is also survived by two children, Jeffrey Friberg of Westland, Mich. and Michelle (Timothy) Tremmel of Wauseon, Ohio and two sisters, Rose Gottlieb of Toledo and Betty (John) Selinske of Lake Ozark, Mo. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Friberg served his country in the United States Army from 1950 through 1952. He worked for the City of Detroit and retired after 27 years of service. At his request cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be announced at a later date. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan.


 


 

Jack William Baird

Thursday, July 16, 2009 10:28 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jack Baird, 69, of Morenci passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at home. He was born on Oct. 5, 1939, in Tecumseh, the son of William and Theo Rose (Johnston) Baird. On Aug. 19, 1983, in Adrian, he married Margaret “Maggie” Basinger and she survives. Jack has lived in Morenci since 1982. He served in the Air Force from August of 1958 through May of 1967 (four years in Vietnam).  In 1977 he joined the Army National Guard Reserve and served through 1979. “Whistling Jack” was a postal carrier from 1971 until he retired in 1994. He joined the Morenci Police Reserves in 1982 and was the Zoning Administrator for Morenci for many years. Jack was a member of VFW in Wauseon, the Morenci American Legion Post #368 and the Wauseon American Legion Post #265. Besides his wife, Maggie, Jack is survived by four daughters, Judi Reed of Sylvania, Ohio, Shari (Kevin) Wilson of Wauseon, Ohio, Kelley (Bill) Shoop of Wauseon and Stephanie (Todd) Struck of Tecumseh; two sons, Mike (Michelle) Baird of Wauseon and Jorge (Sheila) Farjardo of Utah; 16 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and a brother, Elwyn Baird of Tecumseh. Jack was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral service will be on Monday, July 20, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with the Rev. William VanValkenburg officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. There will be a visitation on Sunday from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Lenawee.


 


 

James B. Connors

Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:09 AM 

MARQUETTE, Mich. -- James   B. Connors, 74, of Marquette, formerly of Iron Mountain, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette.


 


 

James Conrad Schmitz

Friday, July 17, 2009 10:18 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James Conrad Schmitz, formerly of Adrian, passed away Friday, July 10, 2009, at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo. He was born April 11, 1941. He is survived by his wife, Mary; children, David, Andrew and Sara Schmitz; grandsons, Asher and Banon; brother, Art of Sand Creek; and sisters, Caroline Coury of Arizona, Sr. Ellen Schmitz, O.P., of Dearborn, Kathy Morris of Romulus, Pauline Perry of Traverse City, Joan Demlow of Clayton, Rosalee Jackson of Morenci, Dianne Luke of Wasilla, Alaska; Charlotte Thompson of Adrian, Elizabeth Schmitz of Adrian and Ann Marie, his twin sister, of Toledo, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Mickley Russell Schmitz and Fredrick H. Schmitz; a brother, Fred of Oregon; and a sister, Sr. Mary Fredrica, O.S.F., of Buffalo, N.Y. Jim served with the Society of Mary (Marianists Brothers) from 1955 to 1973, in Malawi and Kenya, Africa. After returning from Africa he spent most of his time with his family and in the aviation industries. Rebuilding airplanes was his passion. He was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Adrian for many years and attended Adrian Catholic Central for a short time. A memorial service will be held for him at 1 p.m. Monday, July 20, 2009, at St. Joseph’s Church, 936 Lake St., Kalamazoo. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Church.


 


 

James Craig Brewer Jan. 31, 1965-July 15, 2009

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:46 AM 

James Craig Brewer, age 44 of Carleton, died July 15, 2009 in his home.


 


 

James S. Casarez

Thursday, July 16, 2009 10:25 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James S. Casarez, age 46, of Cleveland, Tenn., formerly of Adrian, died Monday, July 6, 2009. He was born May 21, 1963, to Isadore and Carmen Casarez. They preceded him in death, along with one brother, Steven Casarez, and his grandparents, Sotero and Santos Casarez, and Henry and Andrea Asebedo. Survivors include his wife, Eileen Casarez of Cleveland, Tenn.; brothers, Sotero Casarez, Isadore Jr. (Vergie) Casarez, Andrew Casarez (Valerie Phipps); nephews and nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles, and good friends, Larry, Elva, Annie and Judy. His big loving heart will be missed.  


 


 

Jana K. Marshall

Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:01 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jana K. Marshall, 53, of Litchfield, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 in Oklahoma. Funeral arrangements are pending at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield.   


 


 

Jeanette Roberts

Friday, July 17, 2009 10:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jeanette Roberts, 71, passed away July 17, 2009. Funeral arrangements pending with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Jerry F. VanDenBeldt, 63

Thursday, July 16, 2009 9:08 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jerry F. VanDenBeldt, 63, of Fennville, died Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at Holland Hospital.  The family is hosting a celebration of Jerry’s life from noon until 3 p.m. Saturday at the “Zoo.”   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.


 


 

John Gregory Bies Jan. 13, 1947-June 29, 2009

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:21 PM 

John Gregory Bies, 62, formerly of Milan, died June 29, 2009, in Bayview, Idaho.


 


 

John T. McHugh

Thursday, July 16, 2009 2:33 AM 

WAUSAU, Wis. -- John T. McHugh Sr., 64, of Birnamwood, formerly of Ironwood, died Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.


 


 

Kathleen Marie Brunke

Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:12 AM 

LANSING, Ill. -- Kathleen Marie Brunke, 61, of Lansing, passed away July 15, 2009, surrounded by her family in Lansing. 


 


 

Kay L. Bausman July 3, 1941-July 12, 2009

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 11:55 AM

Kay L. Bausman, age 68, of Milan died Sunday, July 12, 2009 at her home. 


 


 

Kimberley D. Frye

Monday, July 13, 2009 2:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Kimberley D. (Mecklenburg) Frye, 52, of Angola, Ind., and formerly of Bronson, Mich., died July 11, 2009 at her home in Angola. Kim was born Jan. 3, 1957, in Sturgis, Mich., to William and Rose (Bonfiglio) Mecklenburg. She has spent the past several years in the Angola area, having worked at many local restaurants. Kim had formerly attended St. Mary’s Church in Bronson. She enjoyed spending time with her family and was a very devoted grandmother. Kim is survived by the love of her life and longtime companion Larry Patton of Angola; her mother, Rose Mecklenburg of Bronson; her sons, Jeremy Christopher, Carl Christopher and Walter Frye; her daughter, Cheryl Mann; her brother, Jan Mecklenburg; sister, Robin and Mike Losinski, all of Bronson; and several grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, William; her brother, Terry Mecklenburg; and her sister, Carol Robinson. Relatives and friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Kolcz Funeral Home in bronson where services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday with Deacon Gerald Smoker of St. Mary’s Church, officiating. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Bronson. Memorials may be directed to the family, visit www.kolcz.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.


 


 

Larry Edward McKiernan

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Lee B. Kreiner Columbiaville Lee B. Kreiner, 84, of Columbiaville, passed away Friday (July 10, 2009) at home with his family. Lee was born December 7, 1924, in Burnside Township, the son of the late William and Cecelia (Nellenbach) Kreiner. He later married Pauline M. Barton on January 28, 1950 in Lapeer. Lee was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Otisville, International Union of Operating Engineers, and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed bingo, camping, reading and baseball, but most of all his family. He is survived by his wife, Pauline; children, Marie Curell, Paul (Jolene) Kreiner, Carol (James) Chenoweth, Nancy (Gerald) Buck, Jennifer (Gary) Martus, Gail (Wayne) Streeter, Michael (Nicole) Kreiner and Debra (Larry) Martus; siblings, Elizabeth, Clare (Catherine) and his twin brother, Jack; 25 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 11 siblings. Memorials in memory of Lee may be made to the church food pantry or U of M Me

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Lois Hope Reau

Lois Hope Reau of Ludington, died July 12 at the age of 84 surrounded by her loving children. Lois was the daughter of late Carl and Margaret Snover who resided in Bay Port, and moved to Ludington aft... 


 


 

Lois L. Hanks

Lois L. Hanks, 94, of Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Menasha, Wis., passed away on Thursday afternoon, July 16, 2009. Lois was born at Maple Grove Dairy in Summit Township near Ludington, Mich., on ... 


 


 

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.


 


 

MELVIN (TINY) KIRCHOFF CARSONVILLE A Memorial Celebration in honor of the life of Melvin (Tiny) Kirchoff will be Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Kirchoff Home, 5351 East Sanilac Road, Carsonville, Michigan 48419. 

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Margaret Ann (Brix) Towe

Friday, July 17, 2009 5:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Margaret Ann (Brix) Towe died under the loving care of her family and hospice. Daughter of Russell and Ruth Brix of Brooklyn/North Adams.Preceded in death by husband Gerald N. Towe and infant son Thomas. Margaret graduated from Addison High School in 1945 she was a member of North Adams Methodist Church and was certified as a lay minister and was head of the choir. She was a member of American Legion Unti 53 and a member of the Emasus Community of Jackson. She worked seven years at the Hillsdale Senior Center and volunteered at the Addison Center. She is survived by her children, Robert G. (Teri Lee) Towe of Jonesville, William B. (Teri) Towe of Tennessee, Connie (Jim) Morse of Tecumshe and David (Sally) Dulworth of Jackson; one brother, Russell W. (Juanita) Brix; children Jim and Anita; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; adopted family Dallas, Vivian McKinney and family of North Adams and best friend Zatha Carl. The family would be pleased for you to join them in a memorial service at North Adams Methodist Church at 11 a.m. July 25.  


 


 

Margaret F. Bonifas Aug. 23, 1921-July 16, 2009

Saturday, July 18, 2009 1:56 AM 

Margaret F. Bonifas, 87 of Landisville, Pa, formerly of Monroe died at 7:10 a.m. Thursday at Oak Leaf Manor North, Landisville, Pa. 


 


 

Margaret F. Bonifas July 16, 2009

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:46 AM 

Margaret F. Bonifas, 87, of Landisville, Pa., formerly of Monroe, died at 7:10 a.m. Thursday at Oak Leaf Manor North, Landisville. 


 


 

Margaret Kemperman

Saturday, July 11, 2009 6:58 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Margaret Kemperman, 63, of Marshall, and formerly of Colon, passed away Friday, July 10, 2009, at the Tendercare of Marshall nursing home in Marshall. Margaret was born Nov. 7, 1945, in Chicago, a daughter to the late Dallas R. and Jean M. (Hill) Kemperman. Margaret lived most of her life in Colon where she had attended Colon Schools. She is survived by one sister, Laurel (Don) Sedlacek of Coldwater; and one brother, John (Loreene) Kemperman of Coldwater; two nephews, Eric Kemperman of Coldwater and Brad (Lisa) Monje of Colon; and one great-nephew Matthew Monje. There will be no visitation or services at this time, cremation has taken place. A private family service will take place at a later date. If desired the family ask memorials to made in memory of Margaret to the St. Jude Children Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942. Envelopes are available at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon.  


 


 

Marion (Davis) Shipley

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Marshall, Jana K. *

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Martha L. Mummey

• Martha L. Mummey, 88, now of Frankfort, originally Onekama, died Tuesday, July 14. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Martha M. Schmidt 1933-2009 Martha M. Schmidt, 76, Sebewaing, died Monday, July 6, 2009 at Bay Regional Medical Center in Bay City following a lengthy illness. She was born July 5, 1933 in Caro, daughter of the late Charles E. and Adelaide (O'Brien) Dowling. She was united in marriage to Paul W. Schmidt on June 22, 1957 in Caro. He preceded her in death on February 8, 1984. Martha had been a home economics teacher at the Unionville-Sebewaing Area High School for 32 years before retiring in 1993. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Sebewaing. She also was a member of several book clubs, was an avid reader, enjoyed all types of painting, sewing and loved going to the theater. Surviving are two sons, Carl Schmidt, Traverse City and Joseph (April) Schmidt, Unionville; two daughters, Catherine (Gerald) Ilaria, East Brunswick, N.J. and Mary (Bill) Bertagnoli, Gaylord; seven grandchildren; two sisters, JoAnn (Keith) Sturm, Pigeon and Ann (Ed Noble) Dowling, San Jose, Calif.; four brothers, Bill (Kay) Dowling, Grand Ledge, Charles (Shirley) Dowling, Escanaba, Paul (Lucy) Dowling, Malone, Wis. and Tom (Debbie) Dowling, DeWitt; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Stephanie Schmidt and a daughter-in-law, Debbie Schmidt. The Mass of Christian Burial took place on Friday, July 10, 2009 at Holy Family Catholic Church, Sebewaing, with Fr. John Weis officiating. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Sebewaing Twp. Library, American Cancer Society or the charity of the donor's choice. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home, Sebewaing.

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Mary Ann Dawson

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 2:34 AM 

ELMHURST, Ill. -- Mary Ann Dawson, 69, of Bensenville, died Dec. 19, 2008, in Elmhurst.


 


 

Mary Cetola

Thursday, July 16, 2009 10:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

 A memorial service for Mary Cetola will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Wagley Funeral Home. Friends may greet the family from 12 p.m. until the time of service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in memory of Mary may make it to the Adrian Community Preschool, P.O. Box 64, Adrian, MI 49221 or the Hospice of Lenawee, 415 Mill Roa., Adrian, MI 49221, or by picking up an envelope at Wagley Funeral Home.   


 


 

Mary Jane Claerr

Mary Jane Claerr, 88, left this life July 10 at Beaumont Hospital, Troy. She was the eldest child of Joseph G. Charlotte (Koenig) Verbiest of Detroit. She was preceded into the afterlife by her husban...


 


 

Mary Sarna 

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.


 


 

Matthew Alan Hettiger

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 1:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Matthew Alan Hettiger, 28, of N. Muskegon, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2009, at home. He was born April 10, 1981, in Coldwater. Survivors include his mother, Kimberly Gowell, of Jonesville; father, Michael Hettiger, N. Muskegon; one daughter, Madison Larabee, N. Muskegon; two brothers, Nicholas and Derek Hettiger, both of N. Muskegon; grandparents, Keith (Joan) Post, Litchfield; grandmother, Marguerite Lust, Arizona; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and one niece, Zoe Mae DeMille. He was preceded in death by two grandfathers, Willard Bradley Sr., and Vernon Lust. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with Pastor Ross Graham officiating. Visitation is scheduled Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of service. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Memorials to his family (c/o George White Funeral Home) would be appreciated.


 


 

Mildred Lee McKiernan

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Millicent D. and #147;Boots and #148; Sunderland July 16, 2009

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:46 AM 

Millicent D. and #147;Boots and #148; Sunderland, 77, of Monroe died at 9:35 p.m. Thursday in her home. 


 


 

Millicent D. and #147;Boots and #148; Sunderland June 18, 1932-July 16, 2009

Saturday, July 18, 2009 1:56 AM 

Millicent D. "Boots" Sunderland, 77 of Monroe, died at 10:10 p.m. Thursday at home. She had been in poor health for the last year and seriously ill one month. 


 


 

Moore, Ella K. *

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Norberg, Mary Jane *

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Norman Arthur Tibbits

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Oscar Ugo Romano

Friday, July 17, 2009 1:24 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Oscar Ugo Romano, age 22, of Battle Creek passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009 in Battle Creek. Visitation will be held from 2-9 p.m. Friday, July 17, 2009 at Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 18  at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Battle Creek. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com


 


 

Patricia M. Dennis

Monday, July 13, 2009 2:54 AM 

SAXON, Wis. -- Patricia M. Dennis, 85, of Saxon, died Wednesday, July 8, 2009, in Ashland. 


 


 

Peter Dale Fox July 15, 2009

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:24 PM 

Peter Dale Fox, age 69 of Dundee, passed away under the loving care of his family and hospice on Wednesday morning, July 15, 2009 at his home.


 


 

Phyllis Sherburn

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Ralph Anthony Skrzycki Lapeer Ralph Anthony Skrzycki, 73, of Lapeer (formerly of Oak Park) passed away Saturday (July 11, 2009). He was born November 2, 1935, in Detroit, to Leo and Cecelia Skrzycki. He married Rosemary on October 27, 1956 in Detroit. Mr. Skrzycki was dedicated to his ministry of friendliness, as an Immaculate Conception Church usher at the four o'clock Saturday Mass for the last seventeen years. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary Skrzycki of Lapeer; children, James (Agnes) Skrzycki, Stephanie Manikowski, Angela (Richard) White and Gerald (Frances) Skrzycki; grandchildren, Michael, Michelle, Amanda, Vincent, Anthony, Catherine, Nicolette, Elizabeth and Bailey; great-granddaughter, Riley. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial contributions may be made to Bishop Kelley School. Funeral services were held Wednesday (July 15, 2009) at Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer. Father Aaron Depeyster officiated. Burial was in St. Hedwig's Cemeter

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Randall Fretwell Jan. 11, 1949-July 10, 2009

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:24 PM 

Randall Fretwell, age 60, of Monroe, MI passed away Friday July 10, 2009 at 1:53 PM in St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, where he had been since being hit by a car on July 7, 2009 in Monroe. 


 


 

Rena Stanczak

Friday, July 17, 2009 2:14 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Rena Stanczak, 88, of Hurley, died Wednesday, July 15, 2009, surrounded by her loving family, in Hurley. 


 


 

Richard Elwood Atkin

Friday, July 17, 2009 10:17 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Palmer resident Richard Elwood Atkin died July 8, 2009, at MatSu Regional Medical Center in Palmer, Alaska, surrounded by his family, at the age of 79. Dick was born in Adrian, Mich., Feb. 26, 1930. He moved to Alaska in 1962 with his wife and children where he raised his family and ran his business, Day and Nite Auto Supply, in Anchorage. He retired in 1984 and returned to Michigan. In 2005 he returned to Palmer, Alaska, after the death of his beloved wife of 45 years. He spent his final years enjoying the company of his family. He loved family events with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and delighted in the simple pleasures of being surrounded by family.   Dick was preceded in death by his wife, Ivalo Atkin. He is survived by his brother Dale Atkin; daughter and son-in-law, Darlene and B. Alan Johnson of Sequim, Wash.; son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Lynne Atkin of Alaska; grandson and wife, Greg and Dina Atkin; granddaughter and husband, Tammy and Mike Oakley; granddaughter, Tara Johnson, and great-grandchildren Taylor, Richard, Alyssa, Tucker, Audrey, Gunner, Liam, Danae, Brianna, Ashlynn, Lauren, Tyler, Trevor and Corey. A private memorial service will be held for family and close friends on Sunday, July 19, 2009, at 2 p.m. in Palmer. A graveside service will be held Monday, July 20, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Maple Shade Cemetery in Onsted. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Local arrangements were under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Richard M. Beasley, 65

Richard M. Beasley, 65, of Waterford and formerly of Petoskey, died July 11, 2009. 


 


 

Richard M. Reid

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 2:32 AM 

LOMA LINDA, Calif. -- Richard M. Reid, 88, formerly of Bessemer, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at the Jerry L. Pettis Veterans Hospital in Loma Linda.


 


 

Richard Watts, 73

Friday, July 17, 2009 8:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Richard Arnold (Dick) Watts, 73, of Lake Stevens, Riverdale, died Thursday, July 16, 2009, at his home. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday, July 20, at First Baptist Church of Vestaburg with Pastor Mark Roossink and Richard’s son, Pastor Kerry Watts officiating. Interment will be at Ferris Township Cemetery. Visitation will be at Lux and Schnepp Funeral Home in Crystal on Sunday, July 19, from 2 to 5 p.m.   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.


 


 

Robert "Bob" Hunt Lapeer Robert "Bob" Hunt, 84, a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away Tuesday (July 14, 2009). He was born February 21, 1925, in North Branch, to Bill and Louise Hunt. He married Normagene Haskill on July 14, 1945 at Liberty Street Gospel Church, Lapeer. Bob joined his late wife on what would have been their 64th wedding anniversary. Mr. Hunt was a member of the Free Methodist Church, Lapeer. He enjoyed many things in life, most of which were right along side of his wife; taking a ride in the car, camping in Tawas with family and being a Tiger baseball fan. Bob grew up farming and, in later years, would stop and watch folks farming. He was known as a jokester, a handyman and the official giver of family nicknames. He will be missed. He is survived by his daughter, Janis (Larry) Hardenburgh of Lapeer; grandchildren, Tricia (Jay) Cook, Chad (Tricia) Coyle, Korrie (Matt) Vallin; great-grandchildren, Carl, Taylor, Erin, Alyssa and Caleb; sister, Ma

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Robert A. Evans Sr.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 3:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Robert A. Evans Sr., age 68, of Sturgis, passed away unexpectedly early Tuesday morning, July 14, 2009, at his home. He was born Feb. 20, 1941, in Copemish, a son of the late Floyd and Emma (Salton) Evans. Bob had resided in Sturgis since 1972, coming from Constantine. His early life was lived in Copemish and he graduated from Mesick High School with the class of 1959. On Aug. 29, 1962, he married Sue Stotenbur in Tucson, Ariz. Most of Bob’s working life was involved in the recreational vehicle industry. He retired from Viking RV in Centreville following 20 years of employment. He enjoyed his hobby farm, gardening, hunting, cutting wood, feeding his hummingbirds and riding four-wheelers. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Sue; three sons, James (Teresa) Evans of Bronson, Mark (Tami) Evans of Mesick and Robert Evans Jr. of Sturgis; 13 grandchildren, Angela, Amy, Corey, Jennifer, Kayla, Crystal, Carie, Robert III, Michelle, Branson, Zoe, Zachary and Rylee; three great-grandchildren; three sisters, Pearl Benson of Mesick, Freda Barney of Wayland and Marion Ruth of Hanceville, Ala.; two brothers, Dale Evans of Copemish and Paul Evans of Mesick; and many nieces and nephews. His parents and a sister, Janis Hayes, preceded him in death. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Mr. Evans will be transported to the Terwilliger Funeral Home in Kaleva, where the family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday, and where funeral services celebrating the life of Robert Evans Sr. will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday. The Rev. Bruce Rose will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at the Cleon Township Cemetery. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.


 


 

Robert B. Walker July 16, 2009

Friday, July 17, 2009 11:46 AM 

Robert B. Walker, 89, of South Rockwood died Thursday in his home. 


 


 

Roland 'Ron' Playford Jr.

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 6:54 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Roland V. “Ron” Playford Jr., 81, of Jonesville, passed away Monday, July 13, 2009 at Allegiance Health in Jackson. He was born Aug. 23, 1927 in Michigan Center to Roland and Winifred (Taylor) Playford Sr. He was married June 26, 1948 to Myrna Drake and she survives. Ron was the owner and operator of Playford Auto Parts in Jonesville and a former employee of Wilson Auto Parts in Hillsdale. He was a graduate of Jonesville High School; also a Navy veteran, serving during World War II and the Korean Conflict. Ron was a member and Past Exalted Ruler of the Hillsdale Elks Lodge # 1575 and also a former PDDGER. Surviving besides his wife Myrna are a son, Craig (Wendy) Playford of Jonesville; grandsons, Bryan (Mary) Playford of Jonesville, Brad (Laura) Playford of Tolleson, Ariz., and Lucas Blonde of Grand Rapids; great-grandchildren, Koryn, Kaden and Carson Playford; sister, Rosemary Chervenak of Cambridge, Ohio; brothers, Wayne (Elsie) Playford and Michael Playford, both of Mesa, Ariz., Donald (Donna) Playford of Hillsdale and Jerry (Wilma) Playford of Fort Payne, Ala.; brother-in-law, J.C. (Patricia) Drake of Jackson; and sisters-in-law, Connie Playford and Geraldine Playford. He was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers, Vance, Carl and Rex. Funeral services for Ron Playford will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the Jonesville United Methodist Church with Dr. David McDonald and the Rev. Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Elks Lodge Major Projects, the Jonesville Athletic Boosters Association or the Jonesville Band Boosters. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Ronald H. Wyatt 1929-2009 Ronald H. Wyatt, 80, Port Austin, passed away Friday July 10, 2009 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. He was born on January 11, 1929 in Poughkeepsie, New York, son of the late Maury and Emma (Hahn) Wyatt. He moved with his parents to Philadelphia, where he grew up. Ron married Jane Hodges on September 12, 1980 in Bryan, Ohio. Ron received his education at the German Town Academy and Moravian College. He served in the United States Navy and Army and was a Korean War Veteran. He worked for 30 years at Harvard Industries as a Quality Control Manager. Following their retirement, Ron and Jane moved to Port Austin in 2004. Ron was very active in community activities. He served on the Port Austin Village Council and Planning Commission, was Treasurer of the Thumb Art Guild (TAG), sold books at the Farmers' Market benefiting the Friends of the Library in Port Austin and helped to promote the Veterans Memorial Water Park. He is survived by his wife, Jane; son, Dave (Linda) Wyatt, Columbia, Md.; two step-daughters, Kirsten (John) Allen, Ypsilanti and Sherri (Chris) Halucha, Hampton Bays, N.Y.; two granddaughters, Angie (Jon) Robinson, Hanover, Md. and Patricia Wyatt, Ellicott City, Md.; four step-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Joshua and Anna Allen, and Benjamin Halucha; one great-grandchild, Makenzie Robinson and a brother-in-law, Ed Hodges, Tecumseh. He was preceded in death by his parents and his stepmother, Gladys Wyatt. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be arranged at a later date. Donations may be made to the Port Austin Township Library or the Veterans Memorial Water Park. Arrangements were handled by the Knoblock Funeral Home, Kinde.

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Rose R. Sowers

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 3:13 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rose R. Sowers, 39, of Sturgis, Mich., went to be with her Lord and Savior early Saturday afternoon, July 11, 2009, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Mich. She was born Jan. 10, 1970, in Detroit, Mich., a daughter to Leo and Loretta (Parisse) Frontera. Rose had resided in Sturgis since 2000 coming from Roseville. On March 13, 2000, she married William Sowers in Detroit. She was a homemaker and attended Macomb Community College and Glen Oaks Community College. Rose was a member of the Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church in Sturgis and enjoyed crocheting, reading, going for rides and walks and country music especially country music artist Tim McGraw. She truly loved spending time with her family and many friends. Rose was happiest when she was giving of her time and helping others. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, William “Bill” Sowers; mother, Loretta Frontera of St. Claire Shores; two sisters, Lisa (Steve) McDonald of Frazier and Marie (Morris “Butch”) Adams of Gwinn; three brothers, Bart (Sophia) Frontera of St. Claire Shores, Leo (Janet) Frontera of Roseville and Dominic “Doc” (Sue) Frontera of Riverview; brothers-in-law, Byron Sowers of Sturgis and Mickey Sowers of South Bend, Ind.; sister-in-law, Myra (Tom) Bergman of South Bend, Ind., and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Rose Sowers will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Whole Life Christian Fellowship Church, 1420 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis. The Rev. Charles Vizthum will officiate. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-2331 in handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Sowers’ memory consider the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Roy A. (Bear) Koch Jr. May 1, 1930-July 8, 2009

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:25 PM 

Roy A. (Bear) Koch Jr, 79, formerly of Monroe and River Rouge, passed away July 8, 2009. He had been in poor health for a number of years.


 


 

Roy Averye, 67

Friday, July 17, 2009 8:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Roy E. Averye, 67, of Allegan, died Wednesday, July 15, 2009, at his home. At his request cremation has taken place, and no services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Chappell Funeral Home, Fennville.  


 


 

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Shelley Ann Studnicka

Thursday, July 16, 2009 5:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Shelley Ann Studnicka of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, July 13, 2009, in Hillsdale. She was born Aug. 31, 1956, in Detroit, the daughter of Edward and Evelyn (Dingley) Northup. She is survived by five children, Heather (Chris) VanZalen of Hastings, Steven (Ashley) Studnicka of Missouri, Stephanie Studnicka of Florida, Holly Curtis of Hillsdale and Jeremy Studnicka of Hillsdale; six grandchildren, Cheyenna, Javen, Ethan, Arianna, Braydon and Logan; her parents, Edward and Evelyn Northup of Pittsford; one sister; two brothers; nieces, nephews and many friends. Shelley was employed at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility where she worked as a dietary aide and she enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Shelley Ann Studnicka will be held at Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18. Interment will take place in the Leonardson Cemetery in Pittsford. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday and on Saturday from noon until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family.   Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605


 


 

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Sheryl Cook

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 2:38 AM 

MERRIWEATHER, Mich. -- Sheryl Cook, 63, a lifelong resident of Merriweather, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at her home.


 


 

Shirley A. Lint

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 3:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Shirley A. Lint, 78 of Elkhart, Ind., passed away Sunday morning, July 12, 2009, at Hubbard Hill Estates. Shirley was born on June 17, 1931, in South Bend, Ind., to the late Harry L. and Ruby Boyd Garlets. On June 27, 1954, she married Richard L. Lint in Mongo, Ind. He survives as well as her three sons, Jeffery (Judy) Lint of Indianapolis, Steven (Cheryl) Lint of Elkhart, Ind., and Randall Lint, Bristol, Ind.; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild survive as well.  She is also survived by her sisters, Emma (Norman) Pagels of Sturgis, Mich., and Janice Garlets LaGrange, Ind.; brothers, Donovan (Ann) Garlets of South San Francisco, Calif. and Jerrold Garlets of Chicago.  Shirley was preceded in death by two brothers, Allan and Gilbert Garlets.  Mrs. Lint was a school teacher for the Elkhart Community School Corporation for 30 years, retiring in 1988. She received her B.A. and master’s degrees from Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Elkhart. Mrs. Lint’s other memberships include being the past president of the American Association of University Women, League of Women Voters and the Senior Center at the Y.M.C.A.  She was also a volunteer with the Women’s Auxiliary at Elkhart General Hospital. Shirley was an avid bridge player and Chicago Cubs fan, and has traveled extensively throughout the world with her husband. Please join with her family and friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Billings Funeral Home 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart. Friends may also call for one hour prior to the 10:30 a.m. Wednesday funeral service at Trinity United Methodist Church located at 2715 E.  Jackson Blvd. Elkhart, Ind. Rev. Dr. Mark Fenstermacher will officiate. Entombment will follow at the Chapel of Memories at Rice Cemetery in Elkhart. Please direct any memorials in Shirley’s name to Trinity United Methodist Church or Shriners Hospitals for Children 2211 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago, Ill.  60707. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family please visit www.billingsfuneralhome.com.    


 


 

Shirley L. Elliott

Friday, July 17, 2009 10:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Shirley L. Elliott, age 80, of Adrian passed away Thursday, July 16, 2009, at her home. The memorial service for Shirley will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Bruce Jewett officiating. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be sent to www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Shirley may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or St. Joseph Catholic Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.  


 


 

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Susan Mary Lust (Biniecki) July 14, 2009

Thursday, July 16, 2009 12:25 PM 

Susan Mary Lust (Biniecki), age 49, from Morristown, Arizona, formerly of Maybee, Michigan, went to be with her savior July 14, 2009.


 


 

THOMAS A. GUIGAR MARLETTE Thomas A. Guigar, age 86, of Flynn Twp., Marlette, died Monday, July 13, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility in Sandusky, Michigan. He was born June 17, 1923 in Argyle, Michigan, the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Freiberger) Guigar. He was a lifelong area resident. Thomas married Janet E. Bradley on November 8, 1952 in Peck, Michigan, she died on January 25, 2006. He was a farmer, a truck driver for Lakeland Building Supply of Clarkston, and was a mason tender. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed spending time at his cabin in Grayling. He is survived by six sons; Thomas V. Guigar of Brown City, Mark (Sue) Guigar of Carsonville, Albert (Jackie) Guigar of Peck, Pete (Betty) Guigar, Ed Guigar and John Guigar, all of Marlette; two daughters, Carla Guigar & Carol Guigar, both of Illinios; two brothers,Robert Guigar of Peck, Clem Guigar of Dearborn;six grandchildren, Aaron, William, Ashley, Jacob, Allison and Sarah. Besides his wife and parents he was preceded in death by one son, Allen; one daughter, Grace; two brothers, Jeremiah and Joseph; one sister, Sister Mary Theresa; and two grandsons, Jeremiah, Joshua. Visitation will be held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky on Wednesday from 1 - 9 pm and on Thursday from 10 - 11 am. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 16, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Fr. Charles Hammond officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Peck. Memorials may be given to any organization of the donors personal choice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com

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W. Joseph Reid Witlam Joseph Reid, 90, passed away July 7, 2009 in Norfolk, Va. He was a native of Harbor Beach and was the son of the late Witlow Joseph and Margaret (O'Neil) Reid. Mr. Reid received both Bachelors and Masters degrees from Old Dominion University. He retired as a Chief Warrant Officer from the U.S. Navy with over 30 years of service. He was an associate professor of accounting at Tidewater Community College and was a Certified Public Accountant. He was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany and a former member of the BPOE and Moose Lodges. Mr. Reid is survived by two daughters, Ann Reid Tatman and Nancy (Chester) Reid Long, all of Virginia Beach; five grandchildren, Lori Beth Long, Cari Ann (David) Hall, Darren Bruce (Nicole) Long, Molly O'Neil Tatman and William Tatman; three great-grandchildren, Peyton M. Hall, Page Ryann Hall and Gracen Elizabeth Long. In addition to his parents, Mr. Reid was predeceased by his wife, Fay N. Reid; son-in-law, William J. Tatman and great-grandchild, Tyler Bruce Long. Funeral services were held Friday, July 10, 2009 in the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, Norfolk, Va., with Rev. Richard Bridgford officiating. Online condolences may be sent to the family at:

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Walter C. 'Wally' Hibbeln

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 2:33 AM 

ONTONAGON -- Walter C. "Wally" Hibbeln, 81, longtime resident of Ontonagon, passed away with his family by his side Monday, July 13, in Ontonagon after a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. 


 


 

Wayne Van Patten

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 6:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wayne Van Patten, 86, of Jonesville, passed away Friday,  at home. Born April 15, 1923 in Litchfield, he was the son of (the late) Melvin Wren and May Belle (Riker) Van Patten. Wayne graduated from Litchfield High School in 1941 and began his early career as a bookkeeper at Simpson Manufacturing Company. He became a banker and loan officer at Hillsdale County National Bank, retiring in 1994 after 48 years of service. Wayne was active in his community, including membership in the Jonesville Rotary Club for 15 years, board member and Past President of the Grosvenor House Museum, former board member of the Hillsdale County Senior Services Center, and 45 years as a sports reporter for area newspapers and radio. He was also a member of the Jonesville Presbyterian Church and Men’s Fellowship. In his leisure time, Wayne loved mowing his big lawn at home, as well as caring for his pets. A loving husband, father, and grandfather, he will be sadly missed by his wife Helen Elaine (Crandall) Van Patten, whom he married Aug. 10, 1947; two daughters, Ann (Donald) Johnson of Jonesville, Wendy (Edward) Conklin of Litchfield; one son, Jeffrey Van Patten of Jonesville; five granddaughters, Jessica La Rue, Sara Draper, Christine Foreman, Elizabeth Dilyard, and Heather Miller; and four great-grandchildren.  One brother, Wendell D. Van Patten, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Gary Oliver officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials to the Presbyterian Church in Jonesville or the Grosvenor House Museum would be appreciated.


 


 

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William "Bill" Kalbfleisch Lapeer William "Bill" Kalbfleisch, 76, of Lapeer since 1955 (formerly of Brown City) went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday (July 14, 2009). He was born August 20, 1932, in Brown City, to Lee and Helen (Weber) Kalbfleisch. He married Joyce Anderson on June 30, 1951 at the First Baptist Church in Pontiac. Bill worked for General Motors, most recently at the Lake Orion plant, for 33 years, retiring in 1992. He attended the First Baptist Church in Lapeer. Bill was a dedicated husband and father. He loved to travel and was blessed to have traveled extensively with Joyce. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Kalbfleisch of Lapeer; children, William (Phyllis) Kalbfleisch of Columbiaville, Randall (Leslie Arrowood) Kalbfleisch of Johnson City, Tenn., Patricia (Dale) Coulter of Columbiaville, Debby (Randy) Russell of Lapeer and Kathryn (Keith) Reynolds of Lapeer; 12 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Donna Bradshaw of Lapeer; brother, Gl

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