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The Rev. Alvin Hospers, 81, of Grand Haven, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, in North Ottawa Community Hospital, Grand Haven. Services are 11:30 a.m. Monday at Second Reformed Church in Grand Haven. Burial will be in Lake Forest Cemetery. Visiting is 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Klaassen Family Funeral Home, 1500 Robbins Road. |
Belinda K. Jamison Died July 23, 2009 Friday, July 24, 2009 1:00 PM |
Belinda K. Jamison, age 58, of Temperance, died July 23, 2009. |
Bertha "Sonny" Capelin, 90, of Boyne City, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility where she had been a resident since 2005. |
Betty Jane Orr Sept. 7, 1925-July 22, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:12 PM |
Betty Jane Orr, age 83 of Monroe, died July 22, 2009 at Mercy-Memorial Hospital Emergency Room. |
Brian E. Mallory 1958-2009 Brian Eric Mallory, 51, Gagetown, died peacefully Sunday, July 12, 2009 at his home with his family and friends by his side. He was born May 13, 1958 in Cass City to James and Beverly (Gilmore) Mallory. Brian and Renee Marie Kuhl were married October 15, 1983 in Sebewaing. Brian was a self-employed carpenter and stone mason. Previously he worked for General Cable, Marlette Homes, Kuhl Building Products in Sebewaing and Dave Nicol Woodworking. Brian was an active Boy Scout Leader and a very talented musician. In the early 90s he owned and operated Mallory Music in Cass City. Brian played with several bands over the years including Windfall and Whiskey Jack. He gave music lessons for years. Brian was a great influence in the lives of many young people through his music and scouting. He was a talented woodworker making beautiful rustic furniture. Brian was the former Hand Bell Choir Director at Cass City United Methodist Church and an advocate for the Cass City High School Band. Brian loved and appreciated the beauty and calm of nature. He loved gardening, camping, deer hunting, small game hunting and working outside. He is survived by his wife, Renee; sons, Dustin (Jessie Tuckey) Mallory, Gagetown and Derrick Mallory, Ypsilanti; parents, Jim and Bev Mallory, Kingston; special canine companion, Mike; siblings, Gary (Mary) Mallory, Kingston, Trasi (Garrison) Goforth, Vassar and Jeff (Tara) Mallory, Kingston; brothers-in-law, Dan (Brenda) Kuhl, Bay Port and Larry (Faye) Kuhl, Corryton, Tenn.; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jem and Eva Mallory and Elmer and Neva Gilmore; father and mother-in-law, Walton and Dolores Kuhl. Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at Kranz Funeral Home Cass City with Pastor Len Wyatt of Kingston Wesleyan Church officiating. Interment will be in Grant Township Cemetery, Gagetown. Memorials may be made to Family Discretionary Fund. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Carol J. Olson, 70, a longtime resident of Erwin Township, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 20, 2009. |
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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. |
• Doris "Dory" Cederholm of Ludington, died July 22. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Charles and #147;Archie and #148; Gross Oct. 13, 1933-July 16, 2009 Wednesday, July 22, 2009 12:23 PM |
Charles "Archie" Gross passed into arms of his Lord and Savior at 1:51 AM in his home in Arizona Thursday, July 16th. He was surrounded by his loving wife Betty and several of his dearest friends. |
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Dea Marie Riso, age 82, of Tecumseh passed away July 19, 2009. Dea was born May 12, 1927, in the Bronx, N.Y., the daughter of Louis and Piettrinella (Friscia) Bernarducci. In 1948, she married Arnold Ralph Riso in New York. He preceded her in death in 1984.  Her passions were gardening, antiquing, music and cooking for her family.  Dea is survived by her daughters, Donna (James) Root of Britton and Christine Riso of Lemont, Ill.; grandchildren, A.J. Root, Samantha Root and Candice Riso; and sister, Gloria Zeoli. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Frank. Visitation will  be 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with a  Memorial service to begin at 4 p.m. |
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GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Deborah (Kolesar) Duquaine, 54, passed away on July 11, 2009, in Green Bay, Wis., after a courageous battle with depression. |
Diane Susan Norris Aug. 25, 1967-July 9, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:13 PM |
Diane Susan Faulhaber was born on August 25, 1967 in Wyandotte, Michigan. Diane was born from the marriage of the late Roland Faulhaber and the late Carol "Betsy" (Shockley) Faulhaber. |
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Donald E. Riley Sept. 12, 1946-July 22, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:13 PM |
Donald E. Riley, age 62, died July 22, 2009 at Fountain View in Monroe where he has lived for the past 18 months. |
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Dr. William J. McCoy 1917-2009 Dr. William J. McCoy, D.V.M., 92, Bad Axe and formerly of Minden City, passed away Sunday morning, July 12, 2009 at his daughter's residence near Lakeport. He was born on May 7, 1917 in Minden City to the late Dr. John and Alma (Brodbeck) McCoy. William was united in marriage to Olive Schock on December 30, 1939 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Saginaw. Olive taught school for many years at various area schools. She preceded him in death on August 25, 2002. William was born in Minden City and attended school there until the end of his sophomore year. He transferred to Harbor Beach High School and graduated with the class of 1935. In 1942 he graduated from Michigan State College's School of Veterinary Medicine. After receiving his D.V.M. degree, Bill joined his father's large animal veterinary practice in the Minden City area. He practiced there until he joined the Michigan Department of Agriculture in 1959. Bill retired from the Michigan Department of Agriculture after 28 years. Throughout his lifetime, William had a profound appreciation of nature's beauty and she richly rewarded him for his interest. For many years, he was a parishioner at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church of Ruth before becoming a parishioner at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Bill will be very much missed by those who love him. He is survived by his children, Nancy (Dr. Alister) MacKenzie, Lakeport, Karen (Gerry) Resmer, Midland, Donald (Michele) McCoy, Richard (Patricia) McCoy; nine special grandchildren, Matthew, Sarajane, Emily Ann, Donald, Kimberly, Justin, Dr. S. James, Kathryn and William; two sisters, Helen Bennett, Applegate and Mary Sweigert, Detroit; four brothers, Joseph (Gloria) McCoy, Minden City, Patrick (Sarah) McCoy, Port Huron, Frank (Lorraine) McCoy, Marlette and Richard (Bertha) McCoy, Detroit. William was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. John and Alma; wife, Olive; two sons, William J. McCoy Jr. and James P. McCoy; two sisters, Olive Higgins and Alma Kosal; four brothers, John, James, Robert and Thomas McCoy, one infant twin and many special, dear in-laws and friends. Funeral mass was held on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ruth. Rev. Peter Nwokoye, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly. |
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Edmond William Goings died July 12, 2009, at the age of 92. |
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Ellen Jean Alpert, age 93, formerly of Fenton, and Gladwin, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2009 in the care of Covenant Hospice at the Delta Health Care Nursing Facility in Miramar Beach, Florida where she was a resident for the past five years. |
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Ernest Onisko, age 87, of Tecumseh died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at his home. Arrangements are pending with the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.  |
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Eva Mae Sowle, 84, of Jonesville, passed away Monday, July 20, 2009, at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility in Hillsdale. She was born Oct. 27, 1924, in Frontier, to W.J. and Nora (Hammond) Westfall. She was first married Jan. 1, 1943, to Earl Lockwood and he preceded her in death in 1996. She was married Oct. 17, 1999, to W. Robert Sowle and he survives. Eva Mae was the owner and operator of Mode-O-Day Dress Shop in Hillsdale. She was a member of the Baw Beese Chiefs and a resident of this area all her life. Surviving besides her husband Robert are two children, Judy Ann (Charles) Alspaugh of Reading and William Earl (Sharon) Lockwood of Nashua, New Hampshire; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Earl, a daughter Vickie Lynn, two sisters Maleta Turner and Morine Gemmill, and a brother Edward Westfall. Funeral services for Eva Mae Sowle will be 11 a.m. Friday, July 24 at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Jonesville United Methodist Church or the Reading Emergency Unit. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Frances K. Watt, 72, of Houston, formerly of Colon, Mich., left her earthly home on July 21, 2009.  The family will gather for a time of remembrance from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, with services celebrating her life 10 a.m. Thursday at Carter's Funeral Chapel in Houston.   |
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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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Freda A. Kosmerick, age 89, of Leonidas, died Sunday, July 19, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital following a long illness.  She was born in Bethel, Mich., on March 23, 1920, one of nine children born to Dolphia and Alva (Souseley) Dove. She has resided in St. Joseph County for most of her life. Freda had worked at Doerr Products and Garrison and Associates for several years. She also sold Tupperware products from her home.  Freda was a member of the Moose Lodge in Sturgis and the American Legion Auxiliary in Colon.  She did in-home care for the elderly and enjoyed cooking and gardening during her spare time. Freda’s first marriage to J. Robert Alldredge ended in divorce in 1954.  Her second marriage to Joseph Kosmerick ended with his death in 1972.  She was a long-time companion to Maurice Goertler until his death in 1989. Freda is survived by two sons, Richard Alldredge (Judy Meuth) of Pullman, Wash., and Michael Alldredge Sr. of Leonidas;  seven grandchildren, Kate Meuth-Alldredge of Korea, Josh Meuth-Alldredge of Pullman, Wash., Michael Alldredge Jr. (April) of Burr Oak, Amy Lynn Krebbs of Burr Oak, Denim Downs (Andy) of Colon, Jessica Dosier (Nathan) of Quincy and Dustiny Flanders of Coldwater;  12 great-grandchildren;  two brothers, Jake Dove of Birmingham, Ala., and Delmer Dove of Coldwater;  two sisters, Madge Scheidler and Opal Stettler, both of Coldwater; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Roger Alldredge; two daughters, Jean Elliot and Joyce Akin; and four brothers and sisters. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Rev. David Stevens, pastor of the Leonidas Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Burr Oak Cemetery.  Memorials will be directed to the family.  Online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com |
Glen L. Huss, 84 of Coleman, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family Tuesday, July 14, 2009. |
Greg J. 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; daughter, Courtney Booms, Peck; sons, 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. Funeralarrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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HARRY P. MCDONALD KINGTSON Harry P. McDonald, age 77, of Kingston, passed away, Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at home surrounded by his wife & children. He was born December 3, 1931 in Columbiaville, son of the late Joseph & Lillian (Parrot) McDonald. He married Barbara Smith on January 26, 1952 in Decker. Harry served his country in the U.S. Army from August 1952 to August 1954, during the Korean War. He was assigned as a Heavy Machinery Mechanic with the Corps of Engineers. After returning home, he worked for General Coach from 1954 to 1962 and from 1962 to 1965 he worked for Schrader's Sunoco in Marlette. In 1965 Harry started working for General Motors Pontiac Division, he retired from G.M. in 1996 with 31 years of service. His records indicate he missed 1 day of scheduled work, which was a source of pride for him. Harry was a member of the Kingston V.F.W. for 4 years. He continued his service and membership with the V.F.W. at the Marlette Post. He held various positions duringhis 16 years at the Marlette Post. He was Post Commander & Quarter Master. He also was a member of the Decker Methodist Church. Harry had many interests in life. Among his interests were farming, truck driving, mechanics, welding, model trains and spending time on the Sturgeon river in Wolverine, Michigan, but most of all he cherished family time as a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grand papa. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Mary & Eva; two brothers, Warren & Norman; one son, Michael and one grandson, Michael. Survivors include his wife, Barbara of Kingston; three daughters, Catherine (Alan) Harrell of New Waverly, Texas, Elizabeth (Paul) Varga of Alanson, Michigan, Sandra (Larry) Gibbs of Humble, Texas; one son, Steven (Shari) McDonald of Kingston; grandchildren Heath McDonald of Clifford, Anne Varga of Alanson, Jeremy (Amy) Stover of New Waverly, Texas, Jason (Rachel) Stover of Marlette; great grandchildren, Ethan & Kaylee Stover of New Waverly,Texas, Logan & Alex Stover of Marlette; one sister, Josephine Furray of New Port Richie, Florida; many nieces & nephews, brothers & sister-in-laws and his faithful loving dog Tyne. He will be greatly missed by his wife & children and all who knew him. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette, with Pastor Robert Srock officiating. Memorials may be donated to the Marlette V.F.W. or United Hospice Service. Burial of cremains will take place at the Siple Cemetery at a later date. Visitation with the family will be held on Wednesday from 11am. to 2pm at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Marlette, Michigan (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
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Hilda R. Guigue, 82, of Fennville, died Friday, July 24, 2009, at Providence Healthcare in Zeeland. Visitation will be Sunday, July 26, 2009, from 2-5 p.m. at the Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 27, 2009 at the Glenn United Methodist Church, with Rev. Jean Smith officiating. Burial will be in Plummerville Cemetery.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
IN LOVING MEMORY OF Bobby Noell 3/12/1958 - 7/24/2006 Your life was filled with struggles and pain, I pray you have found the peace and comfort you so much deserve... We miss you more than words could say. Love you always and forever, Mom, Sherry & Mike |
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JOHN C. BOYD CROSWELL John C. Boyd, age 62, of Croswell, died Monday, July 13, 2009 at Port Huron Hospital. He was born August 29, 1946 in Highland Park, son of the late Lester and Marie (McAllister) Boyd. He and Bertha E. Tucker were married on January 21, 1966 in Lakeport. John was employed by Hopkins Trucks in Croswell from the age of 15, which he later owned, operated and retired from. He later worked for the Arenac County Road Commission, retiring in 1991. Surviving are his wife, Bertha; his children, Douglas (Dorothy) of Big Rapids, David and Timothy, Sr. (Barb) all of Croswell and Cynthia (Kraig) Bartle of Brown City; one brother, James (Dorene) of Traverse City; one sister, Arlene Aftanas of Trenton, Michigan; eight grandchildren, Karen Wright, Bobbie Jo Bruske, Joshua Boyd, Troy Conely, Timothy Boyd, Jr., Tyler Boyd, Brandon Boyd and Rhory Boyd; one brother-in-law, Melvin (Ruth) Tucker of Merrill; one uncle, Bruce (Lois) McAllister of Indian River, special friends Paul and Vanessa Nehmer; nieces and nephews, Pam (Larry) Krach, Ed (Maria) Aftanas, Matt and Laura Boyd, Claudette Tucker, Frank (Michaelle) Tucker, and Christine (Mark) Tilley. He was preceded in death by one son-in-law, Kevin Wright, one brother-in-law, Ed Aftanas and one mother-in-law, Frances Tucker. Funeral services were held at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell with High Priest Kyle Burgess officiating. Burial was in the Washington Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Croswell Fire Dept, Michigan Heart Association or the Family. Arrangements made by the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell. |
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Jack Duane Carr, 74, of Raisin Township, died Monday, July 20, 2009, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 18, 1934, in Hudson, the son of Arthur and Lillian (Farnsworth) Carr. On March 13, 1954, he was married to Donna Thibodeau and she survives. Jack was employed at Tecumseh Products for 42 years, retiring in 1995. He attended the First Presbyterian Church in Tecumseh. Jack enjoyed his Paso Fino horses, traveling, and loved NASCAR. In addition to his wife, Donna, Jack is survived by one son, Mark (Lisa) Carr of Tecumseh; one daughter, Denise Stevens of Adrian; two brothers, Dan Carr of Camden and Warren Carr of Adrian; six grandchildren, Garrett Stevens, Megan and P.K. Kolby and Nathan, Wyatt, and Collin Carr and one great-granddaughter, Brooklynn Pratt. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and two brothers. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 23 at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes. The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, July 24 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tecumseh with the Rev. Richard Mortimer officiating. In state at the church from 10 a.m. until service time. Interment will be in Brookside Cemetery in Tecumseh. Memorials may be made to Great Lakes Hospice or the American Lung Association. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes. |
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Jack E. McNally, age 87, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at Charlotte Stephenson Manor. He was born July 18, 1922, in South Bend, Ind., to Jack E. and Edna (Nehr) McNally. On Feb. 1, 1945, he married Ruth Lucille Fisher and she preceded him in death on Feb. 21, 2009. Jack was a member of Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church. He retired from The Evening News in Sault St. Marie after 41 years of service. Jack is survived by one son, Michael (Mary) of Onsted; a granddaughter, Melissa (Jared), stationed in Korea with the U.S. Army; and great-granddaughter, Catherine Galazin. In addition to his wife, Ruth, he was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Jack will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Denise Benjamin officiating. Burial will take place at Oaklawn Chapel Gardens in Sault Ste. Marie. Visitation will be held on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.  Memorial contributions may be made to Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church Building Fund or to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
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Jacob John Klynstra, age 84, of Holland, died Friday, July 24, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. A funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 27, 2009 at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1015 East 32nd Street in Holland.  Rev. Ken Klett, Rev. Henry Vanden Heuvel  and Rev. Thomas Vanden Heuvel will be officiating.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Sunday, July 26, 2009 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Jacquelyn Renee Hutchison July 19, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:13 PM |
Jacquelyn Renee Hutchison, 34, of Monroe died Sunday in Pearland, Texas, while visiting friends. |
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Jacquelyn Renee Hutchison, 34; of Monroe died Sunday July 19, 2009 while visiting friends in Pearland, Texas. |
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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 C. Dillon 1927-2009 James Clyde Dillon, 82, Port Austin, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2009 at Huron Medical Center in Bad Axe. He was born on June 14. 1927 in Mayfield, Ky., son of the late Richard and Lula May (Jones) Dillon. James married Dolores Delegato on April 2, 1951 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Roseville. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing and was a jack-of-all-trades. He was a beloved husband and a loving father. He adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jim was a proud veteran of the Navy, serving in World War II on the USS Puget Sound. He is survived by his wife, Dolores; three children, Karen (Randy) VanAssche, Shelby Twp., Kenny (Gloria) Dillon, Shelby Twp. and Keith (Denise) Dillon, Montague; ten grandchildren, Nick (Cathy) Wagner, Shelby Twp., Rick (Kathleen) Wagner, Shelby Twp., Crystal (Brian) Opatich, Shelby Twp., Andrew (Kristen) VanAssche, St. Clair Shores, Adam VanAssche, St. Clair Shores, Danielle Dillon, Shelby Twp., Jimmy (Michelle) Tyler, Independence, Kan., Eric Tyler, Utica, Hunter Dillon, Montague and Heather Dillon, Montague; eight great-grandchildren, Sydney Opatich, Britney Tyler, Caitlyn Wagner, Dillon Wagner, Nicole Wagner, Abbey VanAssche, Kiera Opatich and Chase VanAssche and two sister-in-laws, Gina Dillon, Clinton Twp. and Marge Krause, Port Austin. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Willie and Chuck Dillon and two brother-in-laws, Ed Krause and George Delegato. A memorial service was held on July 15, 2009 at the Knoblock Funeral Home, Kinde. A close personal friend, Dennis Emmi, officiated. Cremation followed the service. Arrangements were handled by the Knoblock Funeral Home, Kinde. |
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Jana Kae Marshall, 53, of Litchfield, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday July 14, 2009 in Skiatook, Okla. She was born March 18, 1956 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Lyle E. and Joan M. (Goodrich) Reynolds. In 1974, Jana graduated from Union City High School as salutatorian of her class. She also graduated from KCC as a medical assistant, and had been employed at the Litchfield Nursing Centre and Jones Chiropractic Center. Jana was also active in her community as a member of the Litchfield United Methodist Church, and she enjoyed supporting the Litchfield Community Schools, serving as a class advisor and member of the athletic boosters. Most important to Jana were her children, and she loved attending their athletic events and watching them show cattle at the fair. On June 5, 1976 she married Donald Marshall, and he survives, along with one daughter, Kayla Marshall at home; two sons, Mark (fiancée, Alicia) Marshall, Jonesville and Neil Marshall, Concord; mother, Joan Reynolds, Battle Creek; two sisters, Katrina (Gerald) Sexton, Battle Creek and Marla (Richard) Colburn, Battle Creek; several nieces and nephews. Her father and brother-in-law (Gary Hudson) preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Litchfield United Methodist Church, with interment following in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield. Visitation is scheduled from 2-8 p.m. Monday with the family present from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield.Memorials are suggested to the Litchfield United Methodist Church or the Litchfield Athletic Boosters.   |
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Janet Gail Clark, age 63, of Centreville, passed away Monday, July 20, 2009, at her home. She was born in Detroit on April 10, 1946, a daughter of Thomas W. and Beulah M. (Drake) Brooks. Janet graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1964. On June 21, 1964 she  married Philip Clark in Three Rivers. She was a member of New Beginnings Community Church in Sturgis. Surviving are her husband, Philip O. Clark, of Centreville; grandson John Philip Clark Jr. of Sturgis; two sisters, Martha Romig-Miller of Three Rivers and Anita Burke of Sarasota, Fla.; two brothers, Jim Brooks of Three Rivers and Dan Brooks of Three Rivers; and her mother-in-law, Bernice Clark of Centreville. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, John P. Clark Sr.; a sister, Margaret "Carolyn" Brooks; and her father-in-law, William T. Clark. Relatives and friends will be received Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville, where services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, with Pastor Randy Evans officiating. Interment will be at the Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
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Jeanette Witzka, 76, of Monroe died at 4 p.m. Wednesday at her daughters home. |
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Jerry K. Briggs, age 56, of Long Beach, California and formerly of Jonesville, passed away Feb. 25, 2009 at the V.A. Long Beach Health Care System. He was born June 15, 1952. Graveside memorial services with military honors for Jerry Briggs will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 25 at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. |
John J. MacGregor, 74, of Harbor Springs, passed away July 23, 2009, at his home. |
John M. (Johnnie) Seals March 16, 1955-July 22, 2009 Friday, July 24, 2009 1:00 PM |
John M. (Johnnie) Seals, 54 years, of Monroe, MI passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at Wm. Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI. |
John and #147;Johnnie and #148; M. Seals July 22, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:13 PM |
John and #147;Johnnie and #148; M. Seals, 54, of Monroe died at 11:45 p.m. Wednesday at Wm. Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. |
Joseph D. Roberts 1952-2009 Joseph D. Roberts, 57, Harbor Beach, passed away Friday, July 17, 2009 at Huron Medical Care Center near Bad Axe. He was born in Harbor Beach on January 16, 1952 the son of the late James and Adelia (Staroskia) Roberts. Joe was a graduate of Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic School in 1970 and was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the US Army for six years. He was a former employee of Dott Manufacturing and enjoyed fishing, camping and watching baseball and softball. He was a member of the American Legion Post 197 of Harbor Beach. He is survived by his daughters, Nikki Niemi, Gregory, Lauren Carrey, West Branch, Randi Sutherland, Bay City and Adelia Roberts, Gregory; four grandchildren, Tucker, Emmet, Taylin and Hannah; brothers, Wally (Diane) Robertsand, Clio and Gary Roberts, Harbor Beach and a sister, Carol (Milton) Pleiness, Harbor Beach. He was preceded in death by a sister, Jeanne Cartier. A time of sharing was held on Tuesday, July 21,2009 in the funeral home. Cremation followed at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A luncheon memorial will be held at the American Legion Hall on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 11 a.m. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Judith C. Ash, age 70, left this world on a warm summer breeze, Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. Judith was born Feb. 22, 1939, in Chicago, a daughter to the late John and Helen (Butrimas) Pokorny. She had lived most of her life in Colon, graduating from Colon High School with the Class of 1957. On Nov. 12, 1971,  she married Warren Ash in Colon. Judith had worked for the former Kirsch Company in Sturgis for 13 years, and later she worked several years for the Colmer Company in Colon retiring in 2002. Judith enjoyed word search puzzles, collecting owls and dolls and especially enjoyed time spent with her family. She is survived by her husband, Warren Ash of Colon; three sons, John (Lori) Ash of Sturgis, Mike (Jobi) Ash of Angola, Ind., and Brian (Debi) Ash of Colon; eight grandchildren, Crystal, Anthony, Amanda, Whitney, Kendall, Landon, Connor, and Briana; great-grandchildren Daison and Madison; two sisters, Betty (Greg) Griffin of Anaheim, Calif., and Delores (Richard) Ware of Sturgis; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one brother, Jim Pokorny. The family will receive relatives and friends from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Saturday at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon. A funeral service celebrating the life of Judith C. Ash will then take place at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Mr. David J. Farrell officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Colon, immediately followed by a fellowship luncheon at the Colon Masonic Lodge. If desired the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Judith to the Salvation Army. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.   |
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Karen S. Lacey, age 58, of Holland, died Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at  Hospice House of Holland. Karen was born the daughter of Robert and Wilda Gossman in Whitestown, Indiana, July 8, 1951.  She was a graduate of Zionsville High School in Indiana, and also a graduate of Ball State University.  Karen and her family moved to Holland in 1978.  She worked at Holland Hospital for many years as an RN in the recovery room. She owned and operated her own direct sales businesses, Cabi Clothes and Longaberger Baskets.  Karen was a member of Fellowship Reformed Church where she served as an elder, Kids Hope volunteer, and former Sunday school teacher.       Her family includes her husband of 37 years, Douglas Lacey of Holland; children, Heather and Jason Langdon of Zeeland, Robert Lacey and fiancé, Debra Calvo of Holland, Allison and Eric Breuker of Tucson, Arizona, Scott Lacey and Natasha Gonzalez of Holland; five grandchildren; sister, Sharon and Gary Winters; brother, Ralph and Reggie Gossman; sister, Jill and Michael Cork; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The memorial service will be at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 26, 2009 at Fellowship Reformed Church of Holland, 300 N. 168th Street, Holland. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Friday, July 24, 2009 at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Holland. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to sign Karen's online registry, share a photo, or read her life story.   |
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LANSING, Ill. -- Kathleen Marie Brunke, 61, of Lansing, passed away July 15, 2009, surrounded by her family in Lansing. |
Kaylee L. Alexander 1977-2009 Kaylee L. Alexander, 31, Port Austin, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at her home. She was born on November 19, 1977 in Harbor Beach, daughter of Jerry and Kathy (Ashworth) Alexander. Kaylee attended North Huron High School in Kinde and worked as a hospice caregiver. She is survived by her parents, Jerry and Kathy Alexander, Port Austin; two brothers, Jerry Alexander, Flint and Christopher Alexander, Port Austin and 14 nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Arrangements were handled by the Knoblock Funeral Home, Kinde. |
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Kenneth Grant, 92, of Hudson passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at the home of his daughter, Linda McNett, in Dover Township. He was born on June 8, 1917, in Continental, Ohio, the son of Lewis and Estelle (Lumis) Grant. He married Helen Staelens on Oct. 22, 1949, in Angola, Indiana. She preceded him in death on Feb. 11, 2003. Kenneth was a life-long Hudson-Morenci area farmer. He was also employed at Martin Marietta in Adrian until it closed in 1974. Kenneth served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of the Morenci American Legion Post #368. Survivors include two daughters, Sharon (Franklin) Stover of Fayette, Ohio, and Linda (Roger) McNett of Clayton; one son, Louis Grant of Clayton; a daughter-in-law, Sandra Grant of Onsted; 13 grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, 26 great-grand­children, eight stepgreat- grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, one stepgreat- great-granddaughter; and two sisters, Evelyn Wheeler of Bryan, Ohio, and Lenore Merillat of Hudson. Besides his wife, Helen, Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Joyce Messer; a son, James Grant; a stepgrandson, Cliffton Stover; 10 sisters, five brothers, six stepsisters and three stepbrothers. Funeral service will be on Friday, July 24, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci with the Rev. Samuel Wickard officiating. Burial will follow at the Canandaigua Cemetery in Canandaigua. There will be a visitation on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association or to the Great Lakes Hospice Foundation. |
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Kenneth Phillips, 77, of West Olive, died Monday, July 20, 2009, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. |
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Kenneth Phillips age 78, of West Olive, passed away July 21, 2009, at the Hospice Room of Holland Hospital. He was born July 21, 1931 to Charles and Maude Phillips, the youngest of 12 children, in Boyne City.  He is a veteran of World War II and the Korean conflict.  Ken retired from the Federal Government Defense Department in 1995.    He is survived by his wife, Janet; daughters, Lucinda Erskine, Pam Phillips and Phil Smith, and Brenda Phillips;  his stepchildren, Richard and Betsy Schaut, Robert and Sonya Schaut, and Lara and Valentino Hernendez; three grandsons, Taben, Kyle and David; five granddaughters, Katey, Lacey, Brooke, Signe, and Anika; and three great-grandsons, Dylan, Clayton, and Logan. A memorial service will be  Friday, July 24, 11:00 a.m. at Victory Point Ministries located on Ransom Street off 120th in Holland.   Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland in lieu of flowers. Arrangements are by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Holland.  www.lifestorynet.com.   |
Kimberly Gail Hundley-Sparks-Workman Dec. 16, 1959-July 22, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:13 PM |
Kimberly Gail Hundley went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. |
Krista Onnalee Lee-Shadwick June 15, 1972-July 20, 2009 Friday, July 24, 2009 1:00 PM |
Krista Onnalee Lee-Shadwick age 37 of Monroe passed from this life into the arms of her Savior on Monday, July 20, 2009. |
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LaVerna Double, age 79, of Adrian died Thursday, July 23, 2009, at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Larry Michael Sweet, age 45‚ of Constantine, passed away July 20, 2009, following a water sport accident. He was born in Battle Creek on May 18, 1964,  a son of Jerry and Sandra (Burke) Sweet. Larry graduated from Centreville High School in 1982. On May 4, 1985, he married Dawn Wahl in Three Rivers. They were later divorced. Larry retired as a machine operator at Dock Foundry and previously worked at Huddleston Lumber. He enjoyed snowmobiling, skiing, boating and riding wave runners. Larry also loved to travel, spend time with his friends and family and was an avid U-M sports fan. Surviving are his sons Jared Sweet of Kalamazoo, Matt Sweet of Three Rivers and their mother Dawn Boughton of Three Rivers; and brothers John Sweet of Three Rivers and Paul Arnold of Sturgis. He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Sweet, and mother, Sandra Sweet Arnold. Cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends will be received from 2 -4 p.m. Friday at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine where a memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday with Pastor Clint Zehr officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Huntington’s Disease Foundation. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
Lawrence E. VanWasshenova March 28, 1928-July 21, 2009 Wednesday, July 22, 2009 11:57 AM |
Lawrence E. VanWasshenova, age 81, of South Rockwood and amp; Clarksville, TN died on July 21, 2009 in Oakwood Southshore Medical Center, Trenton, MI. |
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Lawrence M. Cope, 91, former area resident, passed away Friday, July 17, 2009, at Birchum Hills Retirement Community in East Lansing. He was born Oct. 19, 1917, in Camden Township, the son of Edgar Floyd and Gracy May (Iden) Cope. Lawrence graduated from Reading High School in 1934 and attended (now) Michigan State University. He became a district manager for Prudential Insurance Co., serving the Lansing, Owosso and Mount Pleasant areas. Formerly, he belonged to the Elks Lodge. Two wives, Virginia (Giffey) Cope and Betty Smith Cope preceded him in death. Survivors include one daughter, Cynthia (Bob) Fox, Brighton; two sons, David (Chris) Cope, Cedar River and Daniel (Kathy) Cope, Grand Ledge; nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to his wives, he was also preceded in death by his companion, Jean Higgs and two sisters, Ethel Bobcean of Flat Rock and Helen Beauthin of Lansing.  Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with the Rev. Don Lee officiating. Interment in Maplewood Cemetery will follow. Visitation is scheduled 5-8 p.m. Monday. Memorials to Birchum Hills Retirement Center would be appreciated.   |
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Leon E. Hard, 79, of Reading, passed away Monday, July 20, 2009, at the McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility in Hillsdale.   He was born April 18, 1930 in Butler Township, the son of Warren and Gladys (Williams) Hard. Leon graduated from Quincy High School, Tri-State University and South Central Michigan School of Practical Nursing. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a mechanical engineer at J.I. Case Co. in Racine, Wisc. and was also a Licensed Practical Nurse. Formerly a member of the Fisher Hill Methodist Church, he attended the North Reading Baptist Church, where he worked and supplied materials for their Mission Circle. He also volunteered at Crossroads Farm Youth Ministry. His hobbies included gardening, woodworking and photography. Survivors include his wife, Emily (Rives) Hard, whom he married May 20, 1989; step-son Daniel D’Alessandro of Jackson; sisters Donna Graham of Louisiana and Joyce (Clem) McLain of Jonesville; brother Francis (Leona) Hard of Coldwater, brother-in-law Lowell Thomas, grandson Michael Carlson and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, sisters Carolyn Thomas and Lena Belle Hard and step-daughters Faith D’Alessandro and Sheryl Schmidt. Funeral services will be held Friday, 11 a.m., at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with interment following in Maplewood Cemetery, Reading.  Visitation is scheduled Friday from 10 a.m. until time of service.  Memorials are suggested to North Reading Baptist Church or Crossroads Farm Youth Ministry. |
Lillian R. Schmidt 1927-2009 Lillian R. Schmidt, 82, Bad Axe, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at her home in Bad Axe. She was born on June 18, 1927 in Dearborn, to the late Herman J. and Elizabeth (Steinke) Bauss. She married Edward Schmidt on February 13, 1945. He preceded her in death on July 10, 1991. She is survived by five sons, Richard (Theresa) Schmidt, Bad Axe, Joseph (Sue) Schmidt, Bad Axe, George (Donna) Schmidt, Bad Axe, Tim (Shari) Schmidt, Bad Axe and John (Tracy) Schmidt, Troy; six daughters, Judy (Graydon) Campbell, Bad Axe, Kathleen Schmidt, Bad Axe, Sue Schember, Bad Axe, Doris (Mark) Foor, Okla., Diane (Virgil) Rifenbark, Okla. and Donna Schmidt, Bad Axe; brother, Charles (Dorothy) Bauss, Troy; daughter-in-law, Pamela Schmidt; son-in-law, Eugene Kubacki; 36 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by, two sons, Ronald Schmidt and David Schmidt; daughter, Dorothy Kubacki; four sisters, Audrey, Doris, Ida and Esther and a son-in-law, Edwin Schember. Services were held on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at the EvangeLife Assembly of God Church in Bad Axe. Rev. Roger Mosey officiated, with burial taking place in Colfax Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Lois Fern Greenamyer, 99, of Fremont, Ind. died Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at Northern Lakes Nursing Center in Angola, Ind. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, 2009 at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 24, 2009 at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. with Chaplain Joan North officiating. Burial will take place at Jordan Cemetery in Fremont, Ind. Memorials are suggested to Cameron Home Healthcare and Hospice. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com. |
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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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Mackenzie Jo Mills, 11, of Zeeland, went peacefully to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. Mackenzie was born August 1, 1997, to Kevin and Bobbe Mills. She was a member of Coopersville Reformed Church where she made profession of faith in January of this year. Mackenzie was a student at Creekside Middle School where she would have been a 7th grader in the fall. She was an honor roll student and enjoyed being a violinist in the school orchestra. When Mackenzie was away from school, she was active in Girl Scouts, the West Michigan Swim Team, the Zeeland Recreation Age Camp Swim Team and the Zeeland Middle School Water Polo Team. Mackenzie was a beautiful and vibrant young woman who touched the lives of many and will be missed by all who knew her. Mackenzie is survived by her parents, Kevin and Bobbe Mills; her younger brother and special friend, Austin; her grandparents, Lucille and Raymond Ammeraal, Wesley and Bonnie Busman; great-grandmothers, Jean Rogers, Genevieve Ammeraal; aunts and uncles, Craig and Sheri Busman, Chad Busman, Doug and Roxie Ammeraal, Rick Ammeraal, Michael and Jen Mills, Judy and Paul Dykes; and eight cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Ernie Mills. Funeral services will be  at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 25, 2009 at Ridge Point Community Church, 340 104th Avenue, Holland, 49423. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland.  Burial will be at  Blendon Township Cemetery.  Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Zeeland Educational Foundation or to Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.  An online registry is available for those unable to attend at www.yntemafh.com.     |
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Marian R. Langejans, age 84, of Holland, went to be with her Lord Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at the Riverside Nursing Home in Grand Haven. Marian was born March 20, 1925 in Holland, to John and Jeanette (Scrotenboer) Langejans and was a lifelong resident of the area.  Marian was a graduate of Holland Christian High School  and had attended the Reformed Bible Institute and Calvin College.   She had worked as a nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital. Marian is survived by sisters, Clarissa “Chris” and Lambert Haveman of Holland, Dolores Van Noord of Holland, and Shirley and James Coeling of Hudsonville; a brother, Calvin and Yvonne Langejans of Holland. Marian was preceded in death by her parents and her stepmother, Esther (VerBurg) Langejans , who raised her from the age of two years old.    The family will receive friends at 1:00 p.m. Friday at the Mulder  Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home, 188 W. 32nd St., Holland.  Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.  Memorials may be given to the Holland Christian Schools.  Please visit www.lifestorynet.com  to sign a guest register.     |
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BEAVER DAM, Wis. -- Marian Louise Gronquist, 89, of Montreal, died Thursday, July 16, 2009, in Beaver Dam after a short illness. |
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Marie Norman Zingle, age 85, passed away on July 21, 2009, after a brief illness at  Hospice House of Holland. She was born June 5, 1924 in Arkansas City, Kansas. Marie was a graduate of Kansas State University where she was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority. She received her master of science degree from Wayne State University and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Holland. Marie was also proud of her Daughter of the American Revolution designation. Marie was professionally trained as a medical technologist but was also a renowned genealogist having authored and co-authored several publications and books including her most recent, “Albertus and Christina: The Van Raalte Family, Home and Roots”. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Richard; sister, Ruth London of Ardmore, Oklahoma; children, Mark and Sandy Zingle of Eagan, Minnesota, and Kirk and Brenda Zingle of Novi;  four grandchildren, Brett, Brandon, Shannon and Meredith Zingle. Marie will be greatly missed by her numerous friends and those she touched and influenced with her generous genealogy research assistance and other volunteer activities. Private services will be conducted with burial in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. A memorial service honoring Marie's life will be conducted on Saturday, July 25, 2:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Freedom Village. Memorial donations may be directed to Hospice of Holland. Arrangements are by the Downtown Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home. Please visit www.lifestorynet.com to sign a guest register.   |
Marvel Szot Lapeer Marvel Szot, 87, of Lapeer (formerly of Rochester for 40 years), passed away July 16, 2009, surrounded by her family members and in the comforts of her home. Marvel retired from General Motors after 30 years as an assembly line worker. She was an avid bowler and she truly enjoyed spending time with her family. Marvel is survived by her sister, Louise Smigelski; grandchildren, Nadine (Fred) Brocci, Michael Szot, Kevin Jones, Nicki Jones; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Alex, Isabelle, Matthew and Madison; special niece and nephew, Lloyd (Priscilla) Watson, Leroy "Skeeter" Roberts; also many other nieces and nephews who loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by her son, Edward Szot; parents, James (Cora) Bird; sisters, Elsie, Ivy, Violet, Edith, Edna, Lois and Anna Belle; brothers, Melvin, Marvin and Bernard. Memorials to Mercy Hospice or the grandchildren's college fund. Funeral services were held Monday (July 20, 2009) at Lynch & Sons Funeral Hom |
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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. |
Michael R. Corsetti Metamora Michael R. Corsetti, 58, of Metamora, passed away Tuesday (July 21, 2009). He was born March 11, 1951, in Detroit, to Lawrence and Mary (Roberts) Corsetti. He married Bonnie Turner on June 29, 1974 at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Lapeer. Michael currently worked at Graphite Machining in Metamora and worked in sales at Church's Lumberyard for over 17 years. He enjoyed fishing, camping and hot air ballooning. Mr. Corsetti was a member of the Metamora Lions Club and a past member of the Metamora Fire Dept. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie of Metamora; children, Carrie (Keith) Kinch of Lapeer, Crystal (Robert) Harris of Cape Coral, Fla., Rebecca (William) Knoll of Seattle, Wash., Michael (Angie) Corsetti of Seattle, Wash.; grandchildren, Brooke Andersen, Nicholas Harris, Ashley Knoll, Nicole Knoll, Aubrey Corsetti and Alexis Corsetti; brother, Lawrence (Kathy) Corsetti of Ohio; sister, Sandra Moore of Auburn Hills. He was preceded |
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Michele Mills Rokicak, age 54 of Sturgis, Mich., passed away unexpectedly early Monday morning, July 20, 2009, at her home. She was born Sept. 14, 1954, at the Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, a daughter to the late Bruce and Dorlene (Goodman) Mills Sr. Michele had resided in Sturgis since 1975 coming from Kalamazoo, Mich. She was a graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School with the class of 1972. Michele had been employed by Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis as the payroll clerk for more than 20 years. She had also been employed in the medical records department at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo for several years. She was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis, where she had served as a Eucharistic Minister. Michele enjoyed bowling, sailing, knitting and spending time with Jimmy and her grandson Xavier. She is survived by her life partner, Jim Faber; two daughters, Jenny (Josh) Palmer of Sturgis and Angela Rokicak of Lovell, Wyo.; a grandson, Xavier Palmer; a sister, Roxie Mills of Sturgis; two brothers, Bruce (Francie) Mills of Kalamazoo and Patrick Farley Mills of Hilton Head, S.C.; and many nieces and nephews. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes — Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI, where a prayer service will begin at 7:30 p.m. A memorial Mass celebrating the life of Michele Rokicak will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the gym at the Holy Angels Catholic Church. The Rev. Father Richard Altine will officiate. Burial of the ashes will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Michele’s memory consider the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
Nancie Louise Disher Jan. 22, 1930-July 20, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:13 PM |
Nancie Louise Disher age 79, of Monroe passed away peacefully on Monday, July 20, 2009 at her home. |
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PRESQUE ISLE, Wis -- Nickolas Duane "Nick" Dunbar, 22, of Presque Isle, formerly of Marenisco, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Monday, July 20, 2009. |
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Norman and #147;Larry and #148; Gross, 67 yrs of Temperance, died Tuesday, in Petoskey, MI. |
Norman and #147;Larry and #148; Gross July 21, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:13 PM |
Norman and #147;Larry and #148; Gross, 67, of Temperance, died Tuesday in Northern Michigan Regional Hospital, Petoskey. |
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Olive  Frye, age 59, of Constantine, Mich., passed away  Sunday, July 19, 2009, at home. Olive was born in Hindman, Ky., on April 6, 1950,  a daughter of Miles P. and Gladys (Perkins) Blackburn.   On Jan. 26, 1988, she married Leon Frye in  South Milford, Ind. Olive was a member of Faith Finders Church in Constantine and took pride in cleaning the church. She enjoyed fishing and cherished children and her family. Surviving are her husband, Leon Frye and son  Christopher Leon Frye of Constantine; sisters Marie (Fred) Dawson, Cathy Taylor, Brenda (Hoss) Wicker, Alma Taylor, Shelia  (James) Perkins; brothers Dingus (JoAnn) Blackburn, Michael Blackburn, David (Michelle) Blackburn, and Adam Blackburn; and mother-in-law Elisabeth Frye. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Faye Adams; and brothers Don Blackburn and Parker Blackburn Jr. Relatives and friends will be received Tuesday from 1-8 p.m. at the Faithfinders Church 229 W. 2nd St. Constantine where religious services will be held at  1 p.m. Wednesday, with Pastors  John and Rita Austin officiating. Interment will be at the Constantine Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. On line messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.     |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Phyllis E. Stephani, 84, of 725 Cary Road, Hurley, Wis., passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, in Ironwood. |
RAYMOND BRUSHINSKI FORESTER TOWNSHIP Raymond Brushinski, age 51, of Forester Township, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 15, in McKenzie Memorial Hospital. He was born October 8, 1957 in Detroit, the son of the late Walter and Leona (Augustyniak) Brushinski. He married Connie Smigill on July 28, 1995 in Sandusky. He was employed at the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, car repair and gardening. He was always willing to help others, and he loved his family, including his dog Chico. Raymond is survived by his wife, Connie of Forester Township; three step-sons, Daryl Bolsby of Detroit, Brandon Bolsby of Forester Township and Travis Bolsby of Deckerville; one grandson, Daryl Bolsby Jr.; two brothers, Frank of Arizona, Michael of Lapeer; one sister, Stella of Ohio, also several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Apsey Funeral Home, your "Legacy of Life" funeral home with Rev. Robert Srock officiating. Cremation has taken place in Sunset Valley Crematory. Memorials may be given to the family discretionary fund. Condolences may be sent to apseyfuneralhome.com |
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REV. EDWARD (SMILEY) CASH SANDUSKY Rev. Edward (Smiley) Cash, age 58, of Sandusky, passed away, Wednesday, July 15, 2009 in Marlette. He was born May 18, 1951 in Sandusky, Michigan, son of Edward and Helen (Papp) Cash of Sandusky. He married Sharon M. Winkel on March 7, 1985 in Frasier, Michigan. Rev. Cash was a member of the Croswell Wesleyan Church, a member of the Christian Motorcyclists Association, and a member of ABATE. Edward was also a Ford Motor Chaplin and a member of the Evangel Association of Church Ministries. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Cash; four children, Edward (Nora) Cash of Madison Heights, Tina (Don) Pangburn of Sandusky, Shelly Saylor of Decker and Jennifer Cash of Royal Oak; one granddaughter, Joyce Cash; two sisters, Kathy Haag of Texas and Linda (Bill) McKeirnan of Kansas, several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held at the Croswell Wesleyan Church with Pastor Ryan Budde of Croswell officiating. Burial was in the Zion Cemetery, Watertown. Memorials may be made to United Hospice Services, Marlette or the CMA Run For The Sun. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements made by the Hacker Funeral Parlors, Sandusky. |
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Regina (Keech) Kolesar, 87, passed away peacefully at her home in Sacramento on July 19, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. |
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Richard Navock 1926-2009 Richard Navock, 83, Kinde, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at Covenant Medical Center in Saginaw. He was born on April 5, 1926 in Grindstone, son of the late Jacob and Nellie (Strozeski) Navock. He and Theresa Schramski were married on May 26, 1951 at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Port Austin. Richard was an Army Veteran, serving during World War II. He was a member of the VFW Sebewaing Post 4115 and St. Michaels Catholic Church in Port Austin. Richard was a retired carpenter and loved building bird houses. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Theresa, Kinde and daughter, Linda Navock, Kinde. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Gertrude Cheslock, Stella Shaddock and Theresa Ricketts and five brothers, Frank, Stanley, Leo, Sylvester and John Navock. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Funeral mass was held on Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Port Austin. Arrangements were handled by the Knoblock Funeral Home, Kinde. |
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Richard W Harman Oct. 1, 1928-July 19, 2009 Thursday, July 23, 2009 12:14 PM |
A Celebration of The Life of Richard W. Harman, 80, of Ormond Beach, Florida, who passed away Sunday July 19, 2009, with his family at his bedside, will be held Sunday July 26th, 2009, at 3:00 PM at United Brethren Church, Holly Hill Florida. |
Robert D. Steinman 1924-2009 Robert Donald Steinman, 85, Port Austin, passed away Friday, July 17, 2009. He was born on April 20, 1924 in Caseville, son of late Clarence and Jessie (Beadle) Steinman. Bob was a wonderful and loving husband, father, brother and friend. Bob retired from Salvo Tool & Dye, where he was employed for 38 years. He was a member of the Port Austin Fire Department for 17 years and a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Port Austin. Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting, the Detroit Tigers and playing euchre. He is survived by his children, Robert (Diana) Steinman, Bath, Janis (Daniel) Horetski, Tucson, Ariz., William (Linda) Steinman, Bath, David (Lisa) Steinman, Ferndale, Brian (Stacey) Steinman, Howell and Brenda (Dale) Jimpkoski, Port Austin; grandchildren, Leigh (Garrett) Ryan, Daniel Horetski, Angela Valenzuela, Matthew Horetski, Jason (Helen) Horetski, Michael Horetski, Jeffrey (Katie) Steinman, Ryan Steinman, Stacy Steinman, Kelly Steinman, Katie Jimpkoski, Kyle Jimpkoski, David Jimpkoski, Sydney Ostafin and Alec Ostafin; seven great-grandchildren and a sister, Jane E. Steinman, Caseville. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Irene Mae (Swackhamer) Steinman; his brothers, William, Hazen, Edwin, Albertus, Edward and Clarence and his sister, Betty A. Steinman. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Port Austin. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael's Catholic Church. Arrangements were handled by the Knoblock Funeral Home, Kinde. |
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Robert J. Duby II, 59, passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 11, 2009. |
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Robert T. “Bob” McDonough, age 57, of Three Rivers, passed away suddenly on July 14, 2009, at the University of Michigan Hospital; he was surrounded by his family. He was born on July 11, 1952, in Lockport, N.Y., the son of Lawrence and Nancy Jean McDonough. Bob graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1970.  He earned Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Business Administration, cum laude, from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and a Juris Doctor Degree, magna cum laude, from the Thomas Cooley Law School in Lansing, Mich.  He was both a certified public accountant and an attorney, and  he was a member of the American, Michigan, and St. Joseph County Bar Associations. Bob began working for the Upjohn Company in 1979 and stayed with its successor organizations until his retirement in 2007.  During his tenure in the pharmaceutical industry, Bob held senior positions in Corporate Finance & Taxation, Global Public Policy, and Corporate Affairs. Bob was formerly the mayor of his hometown, Three Rivers, Mich.,  president of the Three Rivers Board of Education and chairman of the board of Three Rivers Area Hospital. More recently, he was a board member of the Irving S. Gilmore Foundation and of Borgess Health, supervisor of Fabius Township, and an instructor for graduate courses on health policy at Western Michigan University. Bob’s true love was his family.  He loved to be involved in the lives and activities of his four sons, and cherished the 40 years he spent with his high school sweetheart.  He enjoyed biking, golfing, sailing and spending summer days tending to his yard at the lake.  A devoted fan of the Wolverines, he spent many Saturdays at the Big House in Ann Arbor and often said that he bled maize and blue.  He strongly believed in public service and was very proud to serve both the Three Rivers and Kalamazoo communities. Bob was preceded in death by his parents. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving family, wife Kathy “Katie” (Kroggel) McDonough, whom he married on May 24, 1975;  four sons, John (Amanda), of White Pigeon, Mich., Thomas, of Chicago, Kevin and Kristofer, both of Ann Arbor, Mich.;  two brothers, Peter (Cherie), of Three Rivers, and William (Donna) McDonough, of Highland, Mich.; two sisters, Suzanne McDonough (Darrell Radson), of Houghton, Mich., and Mary Catherine (Mike) Kromrey, of Denver, Colo.; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a host of colleagues and friends throughout his associations. The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. on Friday at the Hohner Funeral Home, 1004 Arnold St., Three Rivers, Mich. Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 645 Douglas Ave., Three Rivers, with Fr. Mark Vyverman and Fr. William Jacobs as celebrants. Memorials may be donated to the Carnegie Center Council for the Arts, 107 N. Main Street, Three Rivers, MI.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and church.   |
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Robert Voorhees, age 50, of St. Petersburg, Fla., died Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at his home. He was born on April 8, 1959, in Tecumseh, the son of Robert and Judith (Saley) Voorhees. Robert was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force and worked as a computer technician for Defense Contractors. He enjoyed building and riding bicycles, surfing and playing the guitar and mandolin. Robert will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. Robert is survived by his parents, Robert and Judith of Tecumseh; one brother, Jeff (Cathy) Voorhees of Tecumseh; one sister, Andrea (John) Morrow of Clinton; two nieces, Jessica and Heather Voorhees; two nephews, David Arlinghaus and John Perry III; several aunts and uncles; special friend of many years, Christeen Deatherage of Lake City, Fla.; and special companion Quantum the Cat. Robert was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents. Cremation has taken place. Services will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lenawee County Conservation League. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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Roger Stewart Bemis, 75, of Grants Pass, Ore., died Friday July 17, 2009 at his home. He was born March 17, 1934, in Hillsdale, and graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1952. He married Mary Hubacker on April 9, 1955 in Kalamazoo. She preceded him in death in 1992. They moved from Illinois to San Jose, Calif. in 1976. He worked for Chrysler Corp. for 21 years until his retirement in 1990, at which time they moved to Ashland, Ore. He moved to Grants Pass in 1992. He is survived by sons, Roger Bemis II of Beaumont, Texas and Steven Bemis of Selma, Ore.; daughter, Deborah Bemis of San Jose; sister, Phyllis Sawyer of Jonesville and seven grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Chapel of the Valley-L.B. Hall Funeral Home. Private interment will be at Mt. View Cemetery in Ashland. Grants Pass Funeral Alternatives is in charge of arrangements. |
Rosalind M. (Dupont) Eder March 3, 1939-July 21, 2009 Wednesday, July 22, 2009 11:56 AM |
Rose Eder, 70, formerly of Ypsilanti, died Tuesday, July 21, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. |
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HURLEY, Wis. -- Rose G. Johnson, 93, a former longtime Ironwood, Mich., resident, was Born to Eternal Life on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, in Hurley. |
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RENO, Nev. -- Rueben Arvid "Whitey" Piirto, 81, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital in Reno surrounded by his loving family. |
SANDRA J. CASADONTE CROSWELL Sandra J. Casadonte, age 62, a resident of Croswell, passed away at her residence on Saturday, July 11, 2009 surrounded by her family. She was born on May 13, 1947 in Grand Rapids, daughter of the late Joseph and Kathleen (Therrian) Clark. Sandy married Robert B. Casadonte on July 8, 1972 in Royal Oak. Sandy was a homemaker. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed growing flowers and her flower beds around the house. Sandy also enjoyed crocheting and crafting. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her beloved husband, Robert B. Casadonte of Croswell; one son, Thomas Casadonte; three daughters, Corrine Ross, Laura Short and Theresa Cardinale; twelve grandchildren and one brother, Joseph Clark. Sandy was preceded in death by her mother, Kathleen Chesney, her step father, Roy D. Chesney and two sisters, Sharon Justice and Dianna Bain. Memorials in memory of Sandy are suggested to the Blue Water Hospice. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements made by the Pomeroy Funeral Home of Croswell. |
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• Scott M. Ritola, 37, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Manistee, diedTuesday morning, July 21. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Wayne N. Howard, 69, of Port Richey, Fla., passed away May 21, 2009. Wayne will be lovingly missed by his daughter, Kristina Meacham (Terry); grandsons, Matthew and Andrew of Fort Mill, S.C.; and son, Patrick Howard (Carmela) of York, S.C.; brother, Bill Howard of Florida; sisters, Joyce Rambadt of Michigan and Janet Smith of Indiana.  Mr. Howard worked at Sears for many years before retiring from the auto industry.  He was predeceased by his wife, Julie; and parents, Ralph and Nellie Howard.  A private burial service will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday at Woodruff Cemetery in LaGrange County, Ind.  The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association.     |
Shirley A. Arntz 1934-2009 Shirley Ann Arntz, 75, Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2009 at her home. She was born on March 23, 1934 in Harbor Beach to the late Reuben and Lena (Curtaindale) Arntz. She was an employee of Unell Manufacturing of Port Hope for over 50 years. Shirley enjoyed gardening and being on the computer. She is survived by her sisters, Ruth Schleiffer, Harbor Beach, Betty Bouchard, Harbor Beach, Eileen Mattice, Bad Axe, Catherine (Cliff) Crummy, Fla. and Jeanette Arntz, Ala.; brothers, Terry (Sandra) Arntz, Port Hope and Robert Arntz, Ga. She was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Westin and brothers, Reuben and William Arntz. Graveside services will take place on Thursday, July 23, 2009 at Rock Falls Cemetery at 1 p.m. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Steve D. Barrows, 33, died July 8, 2009. He dreamed of becoming a pilot since he was 3 years old, never considering another career. Flying would be his life. Steve began flying during high school while employed by Clay's Restaurant for four years. He later worked for and received his commercial aviation license. He attended Lakeland Elementary and graduated from Coldwater High School in 1994. Steve served in the United States Air Force as a licensed AP mechanic. He later worked for Raytheon in Dallas, Texas as a supervisor. The last ten years, Steve was employed by Quality Powder Coating in Dallas, Texas and Phoenix, Ariz. as their commercial pilot. Steve died doing what he loved most, flying. The accident occurred over the Gulf of Mexico near Tampa, Fla. All five people were lost along with Steve's beloved companions, two chocolate labs, Jake and Megan. Steve is survived by his parents, Ann and Ron Barrows; brother Brad and sister-in-law Amanda; aunts Deborah Hagaman and Colleen Barrows; uncles Don Barrows and Richard Hagaman; cousins Chad and Amanda Hagaman, Shannon and Jeff Barrows. Preceding him in death were his grandparents Frances and "Chip" Barrows, Dr. J. Albert and Ruth Long; and a very special cousin, Lance Hagaman. Memorial service will be Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 10 a.m. at Restland Funeral Home in Dallas, Texas. Donations may be made to the ASPCA in Steve's name. Steve D. Barrows will continue to fly in the hearts of those who knew him. |
Thank you to all the wonderful people for their well wishes and cards for our 40th wedding anniversary Frank and Dorothy Lorkowski |
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Therrell Edward Teachout, 68, of Union City, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2009. Full military services will be held Monday, July 27, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. The family was assisted by the Putnam Funeral Home, Union City, (517) 741-9333. |
Thomas G. Risch, 68, of Gladwin, passed away after a long illness on Sunday, July 19, 2009. |
Thomas Himburg May 24, 1955-July 22, 2009 Friday, July 24, 2009 1:00 PM |
Thomas Himburg, 54, of Red Boiling Springs, TN, and formerly of Monroe, MI, passed away early Wednesday morning, July 22, 2009, at the Macon County General Hospital in Lafayette, TN. |
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Timothy Jon Arnett, age 53, of Tipton, formerly of Cement City, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2009, as a result of an automobile accident in Leoni Township, Jackson County, Mich. He was born on March 27, 1956, in Addison, Mich., to Lafe E. and Margaret N. (Partee) Arnett. Tim formerly lived in the Cement City area, and then in the Tipton area for many years. He received his G.E.D. from Jackson Community College. He was formerly employed at Addison Products and at Cutler-Dickerson Company in Adrian. He attended Norvell Community Church. Surviving are one son, Jon (Beth) Arnett, and one daughter, Heather M. Arnett, both of York, S.C.; seven grandchildren; one sister, Jone L. Brighton of Adrian; his fiancee, Cindy Turner of Jackson; and several uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and one brother. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 24, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Ned Bernstein officiating. Burial will be made in Hillside Cemetery in Addison. Visitation will be on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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Timothy Jon Arnett, age 53, of Tipton, formerly of Cement City, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2009, as a result of an automobile accident in Leoni Township, Jackson County, Mich. He was born on March 27, 1956, in Addison, Mich., to Lafe E. and Margaret N. (Partee) Arnett. Tim formerly lived in the Cement City area, and then in the Tipton area for many years. He received his G.E.D. from Jackson Community College. He was formerly employed at Addison Products and at Cutler-Dickerson Company in Adrian. He attended Norvell Community Church. Surviving are one son, Jon (Beth) Arnett, and one daughter, Heather M. Arnett, both of York, S.C.; seven grandchildren; one sister, Jone L. Brighton of Adrian; his fiancee, Cindy Turner of Jackson; and several uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and one brother. Funeral services took place at 1 p.m. today, July 24, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Ned Bernstein officiating. Burial will be made in Hillside Cemetery in Addison. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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Vera (Dueweke) Greenwood, 90, formerly of Alpena, Detroit, Union Lake, Lincoln, Chelsea and Blissfield, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at Blissfield Place in Blissfield. Vera was born on June 24, 1919, in Alpena, Mich., the daughter of the Rev. William and Amelia (Stuetzer) Weinlander. She was first married on Sept. 13, 1952, to Albert C. Dueweke, who preceded her in death Sept. 24, 1976. She later married Lorne G. Greenwood Sr., who also preceded her in death Feb. 1, 2001. Vera was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Union Lake, Mich. She also was active in the Lost Lake Woods Club in Lincoln, Mich. Surviving is one son, Daniel (Janet Kohler) Dueweke of Centreville, Va.; stepsons, Lorne (Shirley) Greenwood Jr. and Richard (Chris Adkins) Greenwood; stepdaughter Gloria (John) Traturyk; granddaughters Carey, Sarah and Anne Dueweke; brother, William (Irene) Weinlander of Blissfield; sisters, Ruth Ingram of Lincoln, Geraldine (Elwin Gafner) Drefke of Blissfield and Arlene Eklund of Adrian; and her late father’s wife, Nadine Weinlander of Blissfield. Following Vera’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held  Saturday, July 25, at 11 a.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield, with the Rev. Paul Benjamin officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions in memory of Vera are suggested to the National Audubon Society, 225 Varick St. 7th Fl, New York, NY 10014. |
Verna I. (Furgason) Cramer Rowe Friday, July 24, 2009 3:43 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Verna I. (Furgason) Cramer Rowe, age 87, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2009, at Grand Court in Adrian. Born on April 17, 1922, in Tecumseh, to Bernard and Ila (Matthews) Furgason, she graduated from Tecumseh High School. She married Ivan E. Cramer of Hudson on April 24, 1941. He preceded her in death on Feb. 1, 1973. She is survived by sons, Wellington (Nancy) Cramer of Osseo, Lionel (Sue) Cramer of Pittsford; six grandchildren, Lisa (Craig) Taylor, Michael (Sonya) Cramer, Lori (Ty) Ward, Joseph (Melissa ) Cramer, Bradley Cramer and Kimberley Cramer; 11 great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Andrew Taylor, Brandon, Joshua and Emilee Cramer, Lydia, Mariah and Leah Ward, and Joseph, Joshua and Jaden Cramer; five sisters, Vivian Woods, Mary Cox, Josephine Ross, Shirley Schadewald and Ruth Greenman; and one brother, John Furgason. On Sept. 16, 1986, she married Walter Rowe of Clinton. He survives, as do 12 step-children, many step-grandchildren, and step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Harold, Gordon, Glenn, Gaylon and Earnest. Cremation has taken place and a graveside memorial service will be conducted by Eagle Funeral Home, Hudson at the Leonardson Cemetery, Pittsford at 2 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or the Juvenile Diabetes Association. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
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Wesley Roy Culver, Jr., 71, died Monday, July 20, 2009 in Mountain Home, Ark. He was born Jan. 14, 1938 in Jackson. Funeral service will be Saturday, July 25 at Elm Ridge Chapel in Muncie, Ind.. Burial will be at Elm Ridge Cemetery. |
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