Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 7/29/09


 


 


 

(Lillian) Noreen Cheeseman Welch

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Armstrong, Robert Edward *

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Betty Louise Petrowski, 84

Betty L. Petrowski, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Hiland Cottage of Petoskey. 


 


 


 


 

CLARE ERNEST KOHN SNOVER Clare Ernest Kohn, age 86, of Snover, died Friday, July 24, 2009 at Covenant Cooper Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born September 11, 1922 in Snover, Michigan, the son of the late Benjamin and Bessie (Schultz) Kohn. Clare was a lifelong area resident and farmer. He also worked and retired from General Motors after more than 30 years. He was a Traveler, traveling to every continent. He is survived by two sisters, Nona Moore of Sandusky, Betty Grives of Sandusky; one brother, Norman (Verle) Kohn of Millington,and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. David Pratt officiating. Cremation followed services at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Interment will be in the Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorial may be made to any organization of the donors choice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com

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Celia C. Clune

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:27 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Celia C. Clune, 92, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. No services will be held at this time. Burial will take place at Riverview Cemetery in Hancock, N.Y. on Friday at 1 p.m. Celia was born March 4, 1917 in Preston Park, Pa. to John and Jennie (Burdick) Jensen. She married Ken Neyld and he preceded her in death. She then married Arch Clune. He also preceded her in death. Celia owned and operated a country store in Pennsylvania before moving to Coldwater where she worked for Otto & Sons Sporting Goods for 16 years. She was very giving of herself and her time and was always able to help those in need. Celia, for many years, enjoyed the company of the officers at the Coldwater Police Dept and was known by many for her great peanut brittle. She is survived by her daughters Carol (Sissy) Sarnecki of Baltimore, Md., Laurie Parks of Coldwater, her sister Ruby and many grand and great grand children. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her son Ken Neyld and one sister. Memorials may be directed to the Coldwater Police Dept. Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home.


 


 

Chris G. Bentz

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Cleo M. Frey

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Cortlen I. Calhoun

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:25 AM

WHITE PINE, Mich. -- Cortlen I. Calhoun, 93, a longtime resident of White Pine, passed away on July 16, 2009. 


 


 

Cousino, Patricia Ann *

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Dale M. Uden Dec. 13, 1967-July 24, 2009

Sunday, July 26, 2009 12:51 AM 

Dale Michael Uden, 41, of Yuma Arizona, formerly of LaSalle, died July 24, 2009. 


 


 

David L. Jones Otter Lake David L. Jones, 79, a lifetime resident of Otter Lake, passed away Thursday (July 23, 2009) in the home of his birth, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness. David was born May 24, 1930, in Otter Lake, the son of the late Felix and Leona Jones (Willoughby). He later married Marilyn J. Spaven on October 20, 1951 in Otter Lake. David graduated from Columbiaville High School in 1948. He loved working in the woods and truly appreciated the beauty of nature. He worked as a lifetime farmer, owner of a pulp wood business and truck driver for Vesley Co. before owning and operating his own rig. He retired from Ferguson Block Co. in 1993. David had a unique ability to remember all the people and places he encountered in life. He was hardworking and was there to lend a hand to anyone needing help. He was a friend to all. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marilyn Jean; children: Gary (Stella), Dan (Kathy) and Kim; brother, Dewey (A

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Dean D. Hull

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dean D. Hull, 95,  of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at his home. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, Sturgis and from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday at the First Baptist Church, Bronson where funeral services celebrating the life of Dean Hull will begin at noon Saturday. The Rev. John Romanosky of the Sullivan Community Church in Muskegon and the Rev.  John Fields of the First Baptist Church will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at the Bronson Cemetery in Bronson.


 


 

Deborah Dee (McBee) Nadeau Dec. 19, 1962-July 22, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:17 PM 

Deborah Dee (McBee) Nadeau, 46, died suddenly on July 22, 2009, of a pulmonary embolism.


 


 

Deidre Ann Khoury

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:23 AM 

DULUTH, Minn. -- Deidre Ann Khoury, 61, of 515 E. Vaughn St., Ironwood, Mich., died Saturday, July 25, 2009, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.


 


 

Dennis Joseph Dzuris North Branch Dennis Joseph Dzuris, 49, of North Branch passed away Friday (July 24, 2009) at Covenant Hospital Care in Saginaw. He was born January 21, 1960 in Almont the son of James and Delores (Cesiel) Dzuris. He married Diane Schiebel on February 25, 1989 in Davis, MI. Dennis grew up in Romeo and graduated from Romeo High School in 1978. He owned his own company, the Dzuris Drywall Company for 25 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching football and riding Boogie Board. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Diane; daughter, Jill and son Scott all of North Branch; sister, Debbie Kuechenmeister of Romeo; brothers, Tom (Vickie) Dzuris of Romeo and Steve (Barb) Dzuris of Broomfield, CO.; many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Delores Dzuris. Memorials may be made to Jill and Scott's Education Fund. Visitation will be held 9-10 a.m., Wednesday (July 29, 2009) at Blackburn Chapel-Martin Funeral Ho

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Dora De Pree, 102

Sunday, July 26, 2009 6:01 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dora De Pree, 102, of Holland, died Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Lifestory Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St.   


 


 

Dorothy D. Rockfall

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Edward E. Saxton

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Effie Bosker Imlay City Effie Bosker, 99, formerly of Imlay City, passed away after and extended illness Friday (July 24, 2009) at the Hyde Park Assisted Living Facility in Flushing. She was born November 26, 1909 in Kalamazoo the daughter of Henry and Katie Vlieg. She married Garrett Bosker on June 26, 1929 in Kalamazoo, Garrett died in 1971. Effie had lived in Imlay City, Boca Raton, FL and Jenison, Mi. She was a bookkeeper for Vegetable Parchment Paper Co. in Kalamazoo. Bosker - Vlieg Allis Chalmers Dealer in Imlay City, and as the Imlay Township Clerk. She retired as an apartment manager in Boca Raton, FL at the age of 83. She was a former member of the Imlay City Christian Reformed Church. She was a church organist for over 35 years in Imlay City & in Boca Raton. She is survived by ehr son, Dr. Donald (Maureen) Bosker of Goodrich; son-in-law, Keith Jager of New Smyrna Beach, FL; brother, Art (Myke) Vlieg of Imlay City; sister-in-law, Marie Vlieg of Jenison, MI; g

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Elizabeth (Beck) Feller

Monday, July 27, 2009 8:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Elizabeth (Beck) Feller, 91, died at the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center in New York on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. She was born Aug. 5, 1918 in Ottawa Lake. Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Prattville Community Church. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until service. Interment will follow in Waldron Cemetery.


 


 

Elizabeth Jean Vogler, 63

Elizabeth Jean Vogler, 63, formerly of East Jordan, died Sept. 13, 2008, at her home in Coldwater, Mich. 


 


 

Erma A. White Sept. 14, 1923-March 15, 2009

Monday, July 27, 2009 12:29 PM 

Erma A. White passed away on March 15, 2009, in Homestead, Florida after a brief illness. 


 


 

Esther Mary Sefcovic Lapeer Esther Mary Sefcovic, 72, of Lapeer (She grew up in Imlay City.) passed away Friday (July 24, 2009). She was born March 27, 1937, in Detroit, to John and Stella (Bocek) Sefcovic. Ms. Sefcovic was formerly a long term member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Imlay City. More recently, she attended Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer, with her sister. She was an in-home caregiver for 35 years. Esther enjoyed reading, working at the Harmony House and history. She is survived by her siblings, Edward (Laura) Sefcovic of Imlay City, Florence (William) Sickner of Otter Lake, Joanne Kelley of Kentucky, Richard (Diana) Sefcovic of Wixom, John (Estela) Sefcovic of Attica; 4 nieces, 7 nephews, 4 great-nieces and 5 great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Jerome Sefcovic; twin - infant sister, Lily. Memorial contributions may be made to Harmony House, Lapeer County Mental Health. Funeral services were held Tuesday (July 28, 2

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Eugene Belford, 90

Eugene Belford, 90, of Boyne City, died at home Monday, July 27, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. 


 


 

Eva Mae Sowle

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 6:28 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Evelyn Dolezal July 28, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:17 PM 

Evelyn Dolezal, 86, Dundee, died this morning at MediLodge of Monroe. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee. 


 


 

Father C. Henry Eickholt

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Faye Berman

Monday, July 27, 2009 10:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Faye Berman, age 86, of Adrian passed away Sunday, July 26, 2009. Funeral arrangements are pending. A complete obituary will appear in Tuesday’s Daily Telegram. 


 


 

Frances K. Watt

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 1:17 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.  


 


 

Frances Mary (Hanges) Granato

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 2:43 AM 

WEYAUWEGA, Wis. -- Frances Mary (Hanges) Granato, 71, of Weyauwega, formerly of Wakefield, Mich., passed away with her family by her side on Friday, July 24, 2009, after a brief illness.


 


 

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.


 


 

Frieda G. Schoppe, 92

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frieda G. Schoppe, 92, of Saugatuck, died on Sunday, July 26, 2009, at home. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 1:30P.M. at Riverside Cemetery in Saugatuck. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Saugatuck 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.


 


 

Genevieve Belle Frieze

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George E. McDonald

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Glen L. Huss

Glen L. Huss, 84 of Coleman, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family Tuesday, July 14, 2009. 


 


 

Haley Corinne Penix May 11, 1998-July 24, 2009

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:58 AM 

Haley Corinne Penix age 11 of Newport passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 24, 2009 in Perrysburg Township, Ohio.


 


 

Haley Penix July 24, 2009

Sunday, July 26, 2009 12:19 AM 

Haley Penix, 11, of Newport died at 4:26 p.m., Friday from injuries suffered in a auto accident in Wood County, Ohio. Arrangements are pending at Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. 


 


 

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 I. Teadt

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 2:52 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Helen I. Teadt, age 87, of Burr Oak, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at the Lifecare Center in LaGrange, Ind. She was born Dec. 29, 1921, in Springfield, Ohio, a daughter of the late Earl and Edna (Lankenau) Maystead. Helen was a homemaker and a resident of Burr Oak most of her life. She enjoyed playing cards, puzzle books, reading, sewing, and gardening. On Feb. 17, 1940, she married Clifford L. Teadt in LaGrange. He passed away Dec. 14, 1985. Surviving are a son, Douglas Teadt of Burr Oak; a granddaughter, Lisa (Paul) Bobby of Algonquin, Ill.; three great-grandchildren,  Luke, Brooklynn and Elijah Bobby; and a son-in-law, Richard Spence of Monee, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a daughter, Karen Louise Spence in November 2008. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place.  A graveside service celebrating the life of Helen I. Teadt will be held at 2 p.m. Friday,at the Burr Oak Cemetery, with Mr. Larry Wallman officiating. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Herman, William D. "Bill" *

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Hilary R. Engelhardt

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF Michael Anderson 7/28/84 - 10/8/05 Happy Birthday Michael Love your family

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JACOB "JAKE" P. WURMLINGER CROSWELL Jacob "Jake" P. Wurmlinger, age 70, a resident of Croswell passed away at his residence on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. He was born on April 25, 1939 in Croswell, the son of the late Nick and Anna (Adams) Wurmlinger. Jake married Doreen C. Reynolds on April 30, 1988 in Port Huron. Jake worked for Mopar- Marysville Local #375. He was an avid deer and pheasant hunter. He enjoyed his farm and home, baseball, and playing with his grandchildren. Jake was the type of person that would do anything for you. He is survived by his wife, Doreen Wurmlinger of Croswell; two sons, David Wurmlinger of Port Huron and Nick (Terra) Wurmlinger of St. Clair; two daughters, Christina Whitebread of Oklahoma and Debra (Paul) Reeves of Plymouth; two step daughters, Betty (Tom) Shuler of Croswell and Denise (Adam) McTaggart of Ft. Gratiot, eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren; three brothers, Joseph (Mary Ann) Wurmlinger of Clio, Anthony Wurmlinger of Lexington and Frank (Vivian) Wurmlinger of Frankenmuth; one sister, Katherine Logghe of Peck; several nieces and nephews many cousins and many friends and good neighbors. Jake was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Peter Wurmlinger; his sisters, Helen Hayes, Anna Repp, Betty Frasard, Barbara Wojtas, Susan Wurmlinger and Mary Douglas. He was also preceded in death by an infant brother. A funeral mass was held at the St. Patricks Catholic Church with Fr. Christopher Coman officiating. Pall Bearers were Paul Reeves, Adam and Justin McTaggart, Tom Shuler, Peter Schmidt and Maurice Breault. A dinner in honor of Jake was held at the church hall immediately following the service. Memorials in memory of Jake are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements made by the Pomeroy Funeral Homes, Inc., Croswell.

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Jack Duane Carr

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 6:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

James Edward Robertson

Sunday, July 26, 2009 3:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James Edward Robertson of Blissfield, Mich., passed away on July 20, 2009, at the age of 84. He was born on June 1, 1925, in Ogden Township to Isaiah Ray and Frances (Seeley) Robertson. Jim was a draftsman at Kewaunee Scientific Corporation until he retired after 38 years.  He was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church of Blissfield. He was an elder on the church board and served as its treasurer. He also proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Jim is survived by his wife, Yvonne, who he married on Dec. 20, 1947. They were very happily married for over 61 years. He is also survived by two children, Keith (Colleen) Robertson of Indianapolis and Connie Purkey of Tecumseh; a brother, Richard Robertson of Adrian; four grandchildren; five nieces; and two nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Philip Robertson of Adrian; a sister-in-law; his parents; and a niece.         A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Robert Bidwell officiating. There will be a luncheon in the church fellowship hall immediately afterwards. Cremation has taken place and burial will be at Pleasant View Cemetery in Blissfield at a later date. The family requests that any memorial contributions be made to First Presbyterian Church of Blissfield.


 


 

Janice Fay Hatfield May 12, 1940-July 26, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:16 PM

Janice Fay Hatfield, 69, of Monroe, passed away July 26 at 3:06 a.m. in Mercy Memorial Hospital, where she has been for a week. She had been in poor health for 11 years. 


 


 

Janice Hatfield July 26, 2009

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:51 AM 

Janice Hatfield, 69, of Monroe died at 3:06 a.m. Sunday in Mercy Memorial Hospital. 


 


 

Jayson T. Rayl, 28

Jayson T. Rayl, 28, of Charlevoix, died Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 


 


 

Jeannine M. Emery Aug. 8, 1940-July 24, 2009

Sunday, July 26, 2009 12:19 AM 

Jeannine M. Emery, age 68, of London Township died Friday evening, July 24, 2009 at the University of Michigan Hospital. She was born August 8, 1940 in Canada to Joseph and Mina (Duguay) Robichaud. 


 


 

Jerry K. Briggs

Thursday, July 23, 2009 5:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Jerry Lee Case

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 9:48 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Jerry Lee Case, 53, of Brooklyn, Mich., passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at his home. He was born on Oct. 26, 1955, in Tecumseh, Mich., the son of Howard C. and Frances M. (Curtis) Case. Jerry earned his BA degree in business from Eastern Michigan University. He worked for many years at the University of Michigan as an Inventory Technician and recently had been employed at the Michigan International Speedway as a grounds keeper. Jerry’s most beloved pastime was taking his boat out on Lake Erie to go fishing. Surviving is his mother, Frances M. Case of Adrian, and his sister, Julie Ann Case of Davie, Fla. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard C. Case. Following the family’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service may be scheduled for a later date. Arrangements were handled by the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield.


 


 

Joann Mercier Mayville Joann Mercier, 65, of Mayville, passed away July 16, 2009. She was born July 10, 1944, in Newberry, to (the late) Joseph (Mildred) Kropp. She is survived by her husband, Stewart Mercier; daughters, Dawn (Daniel) Bradshaw and Rhonda Moyers; grandchildren, Vanessa (David) Case, Ashley (Tyler) Hensley; great-grandchildren, Stewart, Briceson, Edward, Braylin, MaeLynn; brother, Arnold (Mary) Kropp, Robert (Diane) Kropp, Charles Huntwork, Monti (Kay) Huntwork. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Joseph Mac Moyers; brother, Gordon Kropp. Funeral Services were held Monday (July 20, 2009) at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Lapeer, MI 48446. Interment was in Mt. Hope Cemetery. To place an online condolence please visit www.LynchFamilyFuneralDirectors. com.

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John A. Good Dec. 13, 1933-July 25, 2009

Monday, July 27, 2009 12:00 PM 

John A. Good, 75 years, of Loudonville, OH and formerly of Temperance, MI passed away Saturday July 25, 2009 in The University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH.


 


 

John Robert Kukila, 80

John Robert Kukila, 80, of Boyne Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2009, at Tendercare Gaylord Health and Rehab Center.


 


 

Jones, Larry Eugene *

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Jones, Mildred "Maxine"

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Josephine Gleason Hadley Josephine Gleason, 90, of a lifetime Hadley resident, passed away Saturday (July 25, 2009). She was born April 10, 1919, in Hadley Township, to Howard and Bernice (Greene) Tunison. She married Ronald H. Gleason in 1942. Mrs. Gleason was a member of Hadley Community Church for many years, teaching Sunday School for many of those years. She enjoyed stamp collecting, canning and baking, travel and camping, as well as being a 4-H Leader. Josephine treasured 25 years of retirement with Mr. Gleason, they wintered in Texas, among many other fond memories. She is survived by her sons, Howard Gleason of Lapeer and George (Maryann) Gleason of Hadley; 6 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; siblings, John (Jeanie) Tunison of Hadley and Mary (Bruce) Barnes of Kewadin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Gleason in January 2009; son, James Gleason in March 2009; sister, Ida Gearhart; her parents. Memorial contributi

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Judith C. Ash

Friday, July 24, 2009 2:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

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.  


 


 

Julie M. McGlynn Feb. 16, 1924-July 25, 2009

Monday, July 27, 2009 12:27 PM 

Julie M. McGlynn, age 85, of Newport, MI. passed away in her home with her family at her side on Saturday July 25, 2009. She had been in declining health.


 


 

Julie M. McGlynn July 25, 2009

Sunday, July 26, 2009 12:19 AM 

Julie M. McGlynn, 85, of Newport died Saturday in her home. Services are pending at the Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Monroe.


 


 

LESLIE LEN LESTER MARLETTE Leslie Len Lester, age 85, of Marlette, was born in Bridgewater, Michigan on April 10, 1924 to Lewis and Jenetta (Cole) Lester. At the age of one, his family moved to Marlette, where his father had a job opportunity at Riley Creamery and where Les would grow up in a Butler Road farmhouse. Les met Leona Hackel at Susie s Restaurant in Marlette where she worked and they fell in love. They were married in Caro, Michigan on the twenty first of February, 1945. Les and Leona were blessed with three children, Larry, Gary and Debra. Larry married Theresa and lives in Swartz Creek, where their two grandsons, Rob and Ali Lester and Philip and Tina Lester and great-grandson Cole also live. Gary Lester married Jill and live in Marlette, as well as grandchildren Mickey Hudson, husband Al, and great-grandchildren Casey and Alexis and Gary Lee Lester II and wife Katie. Debra Joyce Lester married Gary Muxlow and had children Tricia Muxlow, married to Tom Yaroch and David Muxlow, married to Kara, who all live in Marlette. Leona passed away on October 30, 1981. He was also preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Eldritz (Les), James, Lewis, Lawrence and sister, Louise. Sister Eunice Wills, brothers, Leland and Rich and sister-in-law, Letha Lester are surviving siblings. Verna Weaver was a companion of Les for years. Mary Ann Force was a special friend and neighbor for many years. Les was employed in many different occupations. He worked in Alaska, building roads, at Fischer Body, hauling beets, for Pete Losee in a body shop, at General Coach, for Len Sullivan and Bruce Lindsay setting up mobile homes and finally he retired from Metal Craft. Les and his brothers loved to coon hunt and always had their best friends along, the dogs. He also liked to spend time at the cabin up north. Lately, he enjoyed keeping track of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren until he passed away in peace on July 20, 2009 with his family at his side at the United Hospice Residence in Marlette. The funeral was held at the Marsh Funeral Chapel. Burial was at the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be made to United Hospice Service or the family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, Michigan, www.marshfuneral.com

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Larry Michael Sweet

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 1:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Leon E. Hard

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 6:26 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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 U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a mechanical engineer at J.I. Case Co. in Racine, Wis., 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; one step-son, Daniel D’Alessandro of Jackson; two sisters, Donna Graham of Louisiana, Joyce (Clem) McLain of Jonesville; one brother, Francis (Leona) Hard of Coldwater; one brother-in-law, Lowell Thomas; one grandson, Michael Carlson; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; two sisters, Carolyn Thomas and Lena Belle Hard; and two stepdaughters, Faith D’Alessandro and Sheryl Schmid. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with interment following in Maplewood Cemetery, Reading. Visitation is scheduled from 10 a.m. until time of service Friday. Memorials are suggested to North Reading Baptist Church or Crossroads Farm Youth Ministry.


 


 

Lila Mae Mitchell Lapeer Lila Mae Mitchell, 79, of Lapeer, passed away Monday (July 27, 2009). She was born October 27, 1929, in Brown City, to Ellis and Mabel (Jeffers) Stacy. She married Robert "Burr" Mitchell on April 25, 1959 in Hadley. Mrs. Mitchell was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was very artistic and loved to read, crochet and do crossword puzzles. She is survived by her children, Cheryl (Kenneth) Mason of Lapeer, Patricia (Charles) Phelps of Columbiaville, Burr (Sherry) Mitchell of Rudyard, Mich., Mary Mitchell of Succasunna, N.J., Stacy (Ann) Mitchell of Columbiaville, Jack (Helen) Humble of Peck; 17 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; siblings, William Stacy of Lapeer, George (Betty) Stacy of Fife Lake, Mich.; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Burr" Mitchell in 2008; son, Gerald Humble; parents, Ellis and Mabel Stacy; brothers, Bob Stacy, Stan Stacy; sisters, Nellie Setter, Margaret Sch

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Lionel D. 'Sunny' Blair

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 1:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lionel D. “Sunny” Blair, age 83 of Colon, passed away, Monday, July 27, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services.  Arrangements were made by Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.  


 


 

Lloyd J. Dornan, 83

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lloyd J. Dornan, 83, formerly of Fennville, died May 20, 2009, in Fort Myers, Fla. Memorial services, with military rites by VFW Post 7911, will be 3 p.m., Aug. 1, in Fennville Cemetery. A gathering will follow at Crane’s Pie Pantry.


 


 

Lorene A. Edelbrock

Monday, July 27, 2009 10:13 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lorene A. Edelbrock, age 92, of Britton died Friday, July 24, 2009. Arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Homes. 


 


 

Lorene A. Edelbrock Oct. 5, 1916-July 24, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:16 PM 

Lorene A. Edelbrock, age 92 of Britton, died Friday, July 24, 2009 in St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ypsilanti. 


 


 

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.


 


 

Louis G. Hall

Louis G. Hall, age 90 of Kewadin, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2009. 


 


 

Margaret A. Lee Lapeer Margaret A. Lee, 76, of Lapeer (formerly of Yuma, Ariz.) passed away Sunday (July 26, 2009). She was born November 22, 1932, in Montreal, Canada, to Alfred and Katri (Nurmi) Winkler. Mrs. Lee treasured her time traveling and camping all over the United States by RV. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting. Margaret's main love was her family. She is survived by her children, Karen (Joseph) Putnik of Lapeer, Jackie (Ed) Ramirez of Lapeer, George (Ann) Karkeet of Lake Orion; grandchildren, Brian (Rachel Mile) Putnik, Scott (Rachel) Putnik, Nikole (Ricky) Chodoba, Corey Karkeet and Anthony Ramirez; great-grandchildren, Joseph Putnik, Austin Putnik, Gage Putnik and Stephen Chodoba. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Glen J. Karkeet; second husband, Marion R. Lee; son, Glen Karkeet, Jr.; brother, Fred Winkler. Visitation took place Wednesday (July 29, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Cremation took place after visitation. Arrang

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Margaret Rose Besey Oct. 10, 1918-July 19, 2009

Saturday, July 25, 2009 1:51 AM 

Margaret Rose Besey, 90, of Charlotte, N.C., died July 19, 2009 in Rock Hill, S.C. She had been in poor health for two weeks. 


 


 

Marilyn Virginia Buckley

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 12:28 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marilyn Virginia Buckley, 75, formerly of Quincy, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at The Laurels of Coldwater.  She was born Jan. 2, 1934 in Edgerton, Ohio, to Harold and Audra (Gurtner) Luke. Marilyn retired from Acorn Products in Quincy, after 28 years of employment. She belonged to the Coldwater Eagles Lodge, and enjoyed playing bingo, camping, sewing and crafts, gardening, wintering in Texas, and especially spending time with her family and grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Martin Buckley, Jr., whom she married Sept. 30, 1950; two daughters Karen (Mike) Martin of Van Wert, Ohio and Sharon (Mike) Voss of Jackson; two sons Ronald (Linda) Buckley of Quincy and Mike (Shannon) Buckley of Hartsville, Tenn.; two brothers George (Barb) Luke of Albuquerque, N.M. and Robert (Kate) Luke of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her parents; two brothers Dean and Martin Luke; and two grandchildren Ronnie and Brian Buckley preceded her in death. There will be no visitation or service.  Memorials may be made to The Laurels of Coldwater. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Quincy.


 


 

Marion L. Driskell Lapeer Marion L. Driskell, 91, of Lapeer, passed away Friday (July 24, 2009). She was born July 17, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. William and Carrie Doran. She married Willard O. Driskell on August 29, 1940 in Detroit. Marion was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and Suncrest Auxiliary. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and reading. She is survived by her children, Douglas (Darlene) Driskell of Lapeer, Linda Fisher of Lapeer, Craig Driskell of Tennessee and Judy (Thomas) Stiles of Tennessee; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Driskell; her parents; 2 brothers and 4 sisters. Memorial contributions may be made to the Suncrest Auxiliary and the Immaculate Conception Building Fund. Funeral services were held Monday (July 27, 2009) at Immaculate Conception Church, Lapeer. Father Aaron Depeyster officiated. Burial was in Mt. Loretto Cemetery, Lapeer. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, L

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Marjorie B. Switzer

Marjorie B. Switzer, age 97, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at the Maplewood Assisted Living Center in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. She was born the daughter of Charles O. and Georgiana (Schumacher) Bates on Dec. 6, 1911 in Gratiot County.


 


 

Martin G. Davey, 87

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Martin G. Davey, 87, of Muskegon, died Monday, July 27, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. A graveside service with military honors will be 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2009, at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, 15501 Dickman Road, Augusta. Arrangements are by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th St.   www.notierverleelangeland.com


 


 

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.


 


 

Michael P. Kucharczyk 1969-2009 Michael Paul Kucharczyk, 39, Port Hope, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at Covenant Medical Center of Saginaw. He was born on November 24, 1969 in Harbor Beach to Lylan (Swartz) Kucharczyk and the late Albert Kucharczyk. Mike and Annette Coulter were united in marriage on August 19, 2000. Mike was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, sports, canning and gardening. He is survived by his wife, Annette, Port Hope; their children, Amanda (Kevin) Brock, Fla., Noel Kucharczyk, Port Hope and Adam Kucharczyk, Port Hope; his mother, Lylan Kucharczyk, Harbor Beach; brothers and sisters, Debbie (Elmer) Bender, Harbor Beach, James H. (Darlene) Kucharczyk, Harbor Beach, Douglas (Evonne) Kucharczyk, Gagetown, Kathy (Laverne) Guitar, Harbor Beach and Sherry (Steve) Christian, Harbor Beach and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Kucharczyk Funeral mass was held on Monday, July 27, 2009 in the Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach. Fr. William Spencer officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach.

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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 B. Aberegg

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Minor Erwin Brand

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 9:49 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Minor Erwin Brand, age 92, of Sylvania, Ohio, formerly of Metamora, Ohio, passed away peacefully, Sunday morning, July 26, 2009, at Kingston Residence of Sylvania. He was born April 6, 1917, in Grass Lake, Mich., to Joseph and Ida (Stoker) Brand. On May 16, 1942, he married Jennie Rothman.  She preceded him in death on June 11, 2008. Minor retired in 1980 from Daimler Chrysler. He was a life-long farmer and member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Riga, Mich. He is survived by his children, Floyd (Marian) Brand of Melrose, Wis., Dolores (Jim) Schmenk of Avilla, Ind., Robert (Marci) Brand of Elk, Wash., Marlene (Tom) Bettinger of Elk, Wash., and Max (Rita) Brand of Toledo, Ohio; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Floyd Brand of Manchester, Mich.; sister, Audrey Brand of Grass Lake, Mich.; sisters-in-law, Emily (Henry) Vsetula of Owosso, Mich., and Doris Claydon of Waterford, Mich.; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his wife, Jennie, Minor was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Orrie Brand; and sister, Nina Housel. Friends and family may visit Wednesday, July 29, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Weigel Funeral Home in Metamora. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 30, at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 11949 Wegner Road, Riga, Mich., with the Rev. James Seelow officiating. Interment will follow at Amboy Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.weigelfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Neta H. White Lapeer Neta H. White, 90, of a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away Friday (July 24, 2009) She was born October 22, 1918, in Columbiaville, to Peter and Helen (Bacon) Griffith. She married Ejay White on December 31, 1936 in Lapeer. Mrs. White was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Lapeer, and a lifetime member of the Rebekahs Lodge, Lapeer. She retired from Oakdale Center, Lapeer. She is survived by her children, Luella (Lowell) Yonkman of West Branch and Edward Jay (Jean) White of Flint; grandchildren, Donald (Dawn) Yonkman, Michael (Debbie) White and Rick (Twig) White; great-grandchildren, Rebecca, Wesley, Jeff, Christina, Eric and Ashley; 4 great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Betty Verbeke of Lapeer, Roy Griffith of Atlanta, Mich., Gwendolyn Clemens of Lapeer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ejay White; daughter, Jaylyn Marie White; great-granddaughter, Vicky Lynn White; her parents; brothers, Richard, Howard, Duane and William Gr

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Olivia Lynsey (Kind) Hude

Olivia Lynsey (Kind) Hude passed away suddenly Sunday, July 19, 2009. She was born May 10, 1979, in Inkster, the daughter of Victor and Judy Kind.


 


 

Paul O. Sutherland

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Phyllis Cox, 91

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Phyllis Cox died Saturday, July 25, 2009 at Hospice House in Holland.  A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Aug. 5 at Freedom Village.  Memorials can be sent to Hospice of Holland. Arrangements by Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral 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.


 


 

Phyllis E. Stephani

Friday, July 24, 2009 2:39 AM 

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.


 


 

Ralph L. Ackerman Jr.

Monday, July 27, 2009 1:22 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ralph L. Ackerman Jr., 69, of LaGrange, Ind., died July 25, 2009, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange. Burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, Ind.  Visitation will be at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today.  


 


 

Ray Gee July 27, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:16 PM 

Ray Gee, 76, LaSalle died Monday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home.


 


 

Raymond F. Stahl Jr. Jan. 7, 1927-July 25, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 12:15 PM 

Raymond F. Stahl Jr., 82, of Howard, Ohio passed away on Saturday afternoon, July 25, 2009 at the Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. 


 


 

Richard 'Dick' Wolf, 87

Richard "Dick" Wolf, 87, of East Jordan, died Monday, July 27, 2009, at Cherry Hill Haven A.F.C. Home in Traverse City.


 


 

Richard J. Levin

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Richard 'Rudy' Vallie

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

Richard “Rudy” Vallie, age 79, of Britton passed away July 25, 2009, at home surrounded by family and friends. Richard was born Jan. 18, 1930, in Lincoln Park, Mich., the son of Elius and Gizella (Kovatch) Vallie. He was a graduate of Britton High School, Class of 1947. On July 9, 1947, at the age of 17, he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He served in the General Headquarters, Tokyo, Japan, during the Occupation as a G2. On June 24, 1950, he married Anna F. Henry in Adrian, Mich. She survives. He worked as a self-employed bricklayer for 60 years.  Richard was a member of the Britton American Legion Glen H. Daykin Post #155 and the 40 & 8 Voiture Local #997. He was also a member of the Ridgeway Township Fire and Rescue Department for 30 years. Rudy was known for his love of hunting, fireworks, poker playing, dancing, and family get togethers. In addition to his wife of 59 years, Anna, he is survived by his children, Mark (Carol) Vallie of Tecumseh, Cheryl (Tom) Gleason of Clinton, Sue (Aaron) Hubbard of Manchester and Brian (Jeryl) Vallie of Onsted; 10 grandchildren, Jennifer, Donald and Janice Vallie; Cody (Ashton), Kyle and Luke Gleason; Amber and Joe Hubbard; Abigail and Josiah Vallie; three great-grandchildren, Jordan Vallie, Caleb and Ava Gleason; brother, Frank (Phyllis) Vallie of Stevenson, Mich.; sisters, Rose Curtis of Lupton, Mich., and Becky Ramage of Somerset, Ky.; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Vallie of Tecumseh, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, James;  and sister, Dorothy Rojem. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. Fred Slagle officiating. Interment will follow at Ridgeway Cemetery with military honors conducted by Britton American Legion Post #155. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. A memorial service conducted by the Britton American Legion Glen H. Daykin Post #155 and the 40 & 8 Voiture Local #997 will take place 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. All other veterans organizations are also invited to participate. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Britton American Legion Post #155. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Rita L. Sarosik, 89

Sunday, July 26, 2009 6:12 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rita L. Sarosik, 89, of Holland, died Thursday, July 23, 2009.   A memorial service will be held in Rita’s honor at the Village at Appledorn, 630 Hastings Street, Holland Michigan, at 11:00 am on Tuesday July 28, 2009.     Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Robert "Bobby" Danneels

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Robert A. 'Bob' Kostopolus

Saturday, July 25, 2009 2:35 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Robert A. "Bob" Kostopolus, 82, of 494 N. Curry St., Ironwood, died Thursday, July 23, 2009, in Ironwood, surrounded by his loving family, following a lengthy illness. 


 


 

Robert B. Line

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Robert Edward Osmer Lapeer Robert Edward Osmer, 84, of Lapeer, passed away Saturday (July 25, 2009). He was born July 16, 1925, to Raymond and Edna Osmer. He is survived by his brothers, Ray (Marion) Osmer and Harold (Adeline) Osmer; sister, Mary Lou McInturf; several beloved nieces and nephews. Robert will be deeply missed by his family and his dear friend, Ileatha Crotteau and her family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond (Edna) Osmer; beloved wife, Ila; sister, Jean House and brother-in-law, Harry House. Memorials to Brian's House Hospice are greatly appreciated. Funeral services were held Tuesday (July 28, 2009) at Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park, Lapeer, MI 48446. Chaplin Goodman Cox officiated. To place an online condolence, please visit www.LynchFamilyFuneralDirectors. com

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Robert Heath, 94

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:41 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert Julian Heath, 94, of Douglas, died Monday, July 27, 2009, at his home. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Saugatuck Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. 


 


 

Robert M. Strickland

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Roger B. Allen

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 9:47 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Roger B. Allen, age 67, of Adrian died Monday, July 27, 2009, at Herrick Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Roger Stewart Bemis

Thursday, July 23, 2009 5:04 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Rose G. Johnson

Friday, July 24, 2009 2:43 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Rose G. Johnson, 93, a former longtime Ironwood, Mich., resident, was Born to Eternal Life on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, in Hurley.


 


 

Ruby Elizabeth Hasbrouck

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Ruby Hasbrouch

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Rueben Arvid 'Whitey' Piirto

Friday, July 24, 2009 2:40 AM 

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. 


 


 

Ruth (VanderVlugt) Bouwma

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Ruth A. Brancheau March 1, 1912-July 25, 2009

Sunday, July 26, 2009 12:52 AM 

Ruth A. Brancheau, 97, of Monroe, died at 4:55 a.m. Saturday at Tendercare of Monroe.


 


 

Ruth E. Heaslip

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Sevilla M. Miller

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 9:50 AM - Arlene Bachanov 

Sevilla M. Miller, age 91, of Adrian passed away Monday, July 27, 2009, at Tendercare of Adrian. Sevilla was born March 29, 1918. in Greenville, Ill., the daughter of Irwin and Theresa (Gobel) Haddix. On July 24, 1937, Sevilla married Clarence Miller in Bryan, Ohio. They celebrated 45 years of marriage prior to his death in 1982. Sevilla worked at the Point Grocery and also at Muir’s Drug Store.  She enjoyed traveling to Florida and gardening. Sevilla loved animals. She was a former member of First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ. Sevilla is survived by her granddaughter, Susan Kope of Adrian; two sisters, Corda Curtis of Angola, Ind., and Grace Redmond of Pace, Fla.; many nieces, nephews and very special friends. She will also be missed by her beloved cats, and her dog, Ginger. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia Ann Kope; brothers, Stephen, Ivan and Alan; sisters, Viola Keller and Elsie Stanbough; a stepsister, Shirley; and a stepbrother, Owen. The funeral service for Sevilla will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Stuart Proctor officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian.  Friends may visit Sevilla’s family at the funeral home on Wednesday, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Condolences may be sent to her family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Sevilla may be made to the Lenawee Humane Society or the Lenawee County Library.  Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

Shirley E. Kurburski, 79

Shirley E. Kurburski, 79, of Alanson, passed away Monday, July 27, 2009, at Bay Bluffs in Harbor Springs.


 


 

Susan A. Miller

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 2:41 AM 

ASHLAND, Wis. -- Susan A. Miller, 72, of Ashland, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, July 25, 2009.


 


 

Thomas Alton Haman July 15, 1931-July 27, 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 1:13 PM 

Thomas Alton Haman, 78 yrs, formerly of Wixom, MI, died Monday morning at Aberdeen Rehabilitaion and Skilled Nursing Center, Trenton. 


 


 

Thomas Wade Healey, 66

Thomas Wade Healey, 66, of East Jordan, passed Friday, July 24, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 


 


 

Thor S. Anderson

Monday, July 27, 2009 11:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thor S. Anderson, 79, of Union City, passed away July 26, 2009 at Heartland Rehab in Battle Creek. He was born March 5, 1930 in Battle Creek, to Anders Sigfrid and Marie (Larsen) Anderson. He married Joyce Katz on April 23, 1954 in Ceresco. Thor worked for American Woodcraft as a cabinet maker for 33 years, retiring in 1996. He was a member of the VFW #5319 in Athens and the American Legion #298 in Battle Creek. He is survived by his daughter Christine Prince of Battle Creek; and sons Mark Anderson of Coldwater and Kim Anderson of Union City. Thor was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce, on Feb. 1, 2008. There is no visitation scheduled. A memorial service for Thor and Joyce Anderson will take place at Ft. Custer National Cemetery on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at 11 a.m. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, (517) 741-9333, Union City, MI.


 


 

Tina Marie Gear

Tina Marie Gear, age 39 of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2009 at her home. 


 


 

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RICHARD "DICK" WOLF, 87, of East Jordan, died Monday, July 27, 2009, at Cherry Hill Haven A.F.C. Home in Traverse City.Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 31, at 10 a.m., at the Penzien Funeral Homes, Inc. in East Jordan. The family will receive friends Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m., also at the funeral home, with a Masonic service at 7:30 p.m.


 


 

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.


 


 

Virginia Parker

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 2:55 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Virginia Parker, age 82, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village.  Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel.


 


 

WILHELMINA ROSE SCHROEDER OXFORD Wilhelmina Rose Schroeder, age 94, of Oxford, Michigan, formerly of Sandusky, died Monday, July 20, 2009 at Lapeer County Medical Care Facility in Lapeer, Michigan. She was born June 19, 1915 in St. Clair Shores, Michigan the daughter of the late John Hartman and Mary Kurtz. She married Herman Schroeder on November 14, 1936 in East Detroit, Michigan. Herman died on February 9, 1985 in Sandusky, Michigan. Mina is survived by three daughters, Joyce (Rich) Plotkowski of Mesa, Arizona, Ella Mae (Clifford) Schultz of Lake Orion, and Nancy (Bob) Page of Columbia, Maryland; fourteen grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren; one sister, Shirley Weber of Livonia, Michigan; several nieces and nephews. Mina was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Howard; two sisters, Lucille and Norma; and one daughter, Faye Beardsley. She was a member of the Home Extension and Cash Flower Clubs for many years. Mina also enjoyed quilting and making her delicious blueberry pie for her family. Funeral services were held at the Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. Michael Schulz of Oxford, Michigan officiating. Burial was in the Greenwood Cemetery in Sandusky. Pallbearers were; Clifford Schultz II, Dan Lawler, Karl Schroeder, Wayne Schroeder and Roger Page. Honorary Pallbearers were; James Gilmore, Robbie Schroeder and Andrew Lawler. Memorials may be made to the Parkinson Foundation or Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Oxford. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com

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Wesley Roy Culver, Jr.

Thursday, July 23, 2009 5:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Wilbert N. Hegener, 100

Wilbert N. Hegener, OFM, a true Franciscan, entered into eternal life in his 100th year on July 15, 2009, in Springfield, Ill.


 


 

Willard F. Rodgers Oct. 17, 1935-July 24, 2009

Sunday, July 26, 2009 12:19 AM 

Willard F. Rodgers, 73, of Sylvania, passed away Friday morning in Toledo as the result of a motorcycle accident.. 


 


 

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