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Abbelene “Abbey” Sprik , 91, of Hudsonville, died Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at her daughter’s home in Hudsonville. A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 31, at Fellowship Reformed Church in Hudsonville. Graveside services will be 4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, in the Lake City Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Young Funeral Home in Lake City. |
Adeline Genevieve Van Ever, 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, surrounded by her family. |
Alfred J. Konarske Feb. 3, 1931-Aug. 22, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 11:51 PM |
Alfred J. Konarske, age 78 of Huron Township, died on August 22, 2009, at Heritage Hospital in Taylor, MI. Friends may call in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel, on Monday, August 24, 2009, from 1 to 8 PM. |
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Alice E. Ondrovick, 86, of Ottawa Lake, Mich., passed away Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, at the Sterling House, Monroe, Mich., while under hospice care. Alice was born in Whiteford Township, Monroe County, Mich., on Dec. 20, 1922, to parents Michael and Elizabeth (Varga) Buyaki. She graduated from Davis Business College and became co-owner of the Ondrovick Insurance Agency. In addition, Alice was employed with the Whiteford Agricultural School cafeteria and was also a school bus driver, before retiring in 1985. She was proud to have served on the Board of the Lenawee County Department of Social Services for many years. Alice was a long and active member of the former VFW Post 3717, Ladies Auxiliary, where she served as president, chaplain and secretary. Alice had been an active member of Alanon since 1972. The widow of Stephen L. Ondrovick, her beloved husband of more than 48 years, Alice is survived by her children, Stephen L. (Evie) Ondrovick, Linda L. Hawkins, and Lucy (Robert) Luckett; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Martha Barss, Julia Isaacson and Mary Karoly; and brothers, Peter and Emery Buyaki. Friends may call at the Reeb Funeral Home, 5712 N. Main St., Sylvania, Ohio, Monday, Aug. 24, from 2 to 9 p.m., where AA services will begin at 7 p.m. Friends and family are invited to gather at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Sylvania, where Alice had been a member since 1945, Tuesday at 9 a.m. where the Funeral Mass will begin at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Riga Cemetery. Those wishing to give memorials in lieu of flowers are asked to consider the Hartland Hospice of Monroe Michigan. Family and friends who wish to share a memory or photo of Alice, or offer a condolence, are encouraged to do so at www.reebfuneralhome.com. |
Alice E. Ondrovick Dec. 20, 1922-Aug. 21, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 11:51 PM |
Alice E. Ondrovick, 86, of Ottawa Lake, MI, passed away Friday, August 21, 2009, at the Sterling House, Monroe, MI, while under hospice care. |
Alvin G. Rehbein 1919-2009 Alvin G. Rehbein, 89, Monroe, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center, following a short illness. He was born on September 21, 1919 in Kilmanagh, son of William and Ida (Kuehn) Rehbein. He married Margaret E. Stoll on October 17, 1955 in Angola, Ind. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II from 1941 to 1945. Among his many awards are the Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon, five Overseas Service Bars, one Service Stripe and the American Theater Ribbon. Alvin worked at the Trenton Engine Plant of the Chrysler Corporation as a machinist for 30 years, retiring in July 1980. He was a member of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church, American Legion Post #426, Trenton, Newport Post #3934 VFW and Detroit Moose Lodge #160. For many years he played the bass fiddle for the band, The Continentals, who played in the Monroe area. He is survived by his wife, Margaret E., Monroe; four children, Carol A. (John) Burry, Milan, William C. (Cathy) Rehbein, Monroe, James A. Rehbein, Ann Arbor and Lynn M. (Steve) Call, Monroe; a brother, Wilbert Rehbein, Sebewaing; two sisters, LaVerna Kamaus-Hedlund, Sebewaing and Frances (Donald) Meyer, Sebewaing and three grandchildren, Auguste Rehbein, Celena Rehbein and Joseph Call. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Carl Rehbein and a sister, Luella Stier. Services were held on Monday, August 10, 2009 at the Rupp Funeral Home, Monroe. Rev. Bruce Lucas, pastor of East Ida Immanuel Lutheran Church officiated. Memorials may be made to Mercy Memorial Hospice of Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to |
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Andrew Jonathan Erickson, age 17, of Gaylord, and formerly of Sturgis, went to be with the Lord on Aug. 21, 2009, as result of an automobile accident. He was born April 7, 1992, in Sturgis to Gary and Kim (Hartman) Erickson. Drew would have been a senior in high school this coming fall. He was employed by the Firman Irrigation and Landscape Company. Drew enjoyed snowboarding, paintball outings, model car building, reading, hunting and fishing. He is survived by his parents, Gary and Kim; a sister, Autumn; two brothers, Matthew and Bryce; grandparents Ellie Hartman of Rogers City, Quentin (Brenda) Hartman of Alpena, Darlene Dewald of Alpena, and Richard (Beverly) Erickson of Cheboygan; great-grandparents Shirley Pinkel of Alpena, Ron Smith of Evart, and Edmund (Esther) Erickson of Rogers City. Friends may visit at Grace Baptist Church in Gaylord from 4-8 p.m. Monday and from 3 p.m. Tuesday until the time of funeral services at 4 p.m. Dr. Jon Jenkins and Rev. Gary Erickson will officiate. Arrangements are in care of the Beck Funeral Home, Rogers City. Interment will take place at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Park Cemetery in Rogers City. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family of Drew Erickson. Online condolences at www.beckfuneralhome.org.   |
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Anna A. Wilson Anna A. Wilson, age 103, of Shelby Township, died peacefully on August 22, 2009 in her home surrounded by her loving family and in the care and comfort of Beaumont Hospice. Anna was born on March 23, 1906 in Kolno, Poland to Anna and Stanley Jempel. At the age of six she and her family settled in Detroit. She married John Wilson in 1940 and moved to Shelby Township in 1951. Anna was a devoted and dedicated member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church since 1951. Anna was an original member of the Shelby Senior Center since 1976, where she created many happy memories and lifelong friendships. Young at heart, she led a very active life well into her late nineties, and understood the importance of physical activity. At the Senior Center she was a member of the "shin kickers" line dancing, sang in the choir, participated in exercise groups and served as a senior volunteer. A gem at heart, she loved her family and friends unconditionally. Truly an angel of God on earth, she was a loving wife, but most of all a dedicated mother. Anna is survived by her sons, Richard (Amy) Wilson of Utica and David M. Wilson of Shelby Township, her grandchildren, David J. and Robert Wilson, her great-grandchildren, David and Breana Wilson, and her very special friends, Sophia Zemla and Lucy Prawdzik. She was preceded in death by her husband John in 2000. Visitation is Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with a Rosary service in the evening at Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby Township. Funeral Mass Thursday 10:00 am (instate 9:30 am) at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 44633 Utica Road, Utica. Burial will be in Romeo Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.gramerfuneralhome.com |
Antoun Aftimos, M.D. Lapeer Antoun Aftimos, M.D., 43, of Lapeer for 9 years, passed away Sunday (August 16, 2009). He was born August 2, 1966, in Damascus, Syria, to George and Marie (Sioufi) Aftimos. He married Monique Hardy in Honolulu, Hawaii. Doctor Aftimos was a well-liked and respected physician. He was the owner/ operator of the Aftimos Clinic, served as the Medical Director of Heartland Hospice, Medical Director of the Transitional Care Unit at Lapeer Regional, as well as Medical Director of My Home-AFC. Doctor Aftimos was a member of the Michigan State Medical Society and enjoyed teaching clinical rotations. On his private side, he enjoyed his weekly poker club, playing and watching soccer and, most importantly, he loved his wife, boys and family. The Aftimos family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the following people for their hard work & support throughout the family's tragic event; Sheriff Kalanquin, Undersheriff Rapson, Marine Dep. Fischhaber |
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Arlene E. Wirsing Arlene E. Wirsing (nee Balley), age 87, died August 22, 2009. She was born on October 4, 1921, in Saginaw, Mich., the daughter of the late Charles and Blanche Balley. She was machine operator and union steward at Midway Springs Company in Roseville for over 20 years, retiring in 1985. Loving mother of Marion Rosier, Robert, Jr. (Michele), Patricia (Ray) Clark, William (Karen), Susan (David) Frank and Richard (Kim). Cherished grandmother of 15 grandchildren and proud great-grandmother of 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert C.; infant daughter, Carol; brothers, Francis Balley, Charles Balley and William Balley. She is loved and will be missed by all. Special thank you to Church of Christ Nursing Home, In-House Hospice and the caregivers who gave her the love and care she deserved. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 25, 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday, August 26, 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield (N of 15 Mile Road), Clinton Township. She will lie instate at 10:30 a.m. with Funeral Services at 11 a.m., Thursday, August 27, at American Lutheran Church, 38795 Mulberry, Clinton Township with Pastor Becky Bolander officiating. Internment will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Saginaw, Mich. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com |
Arnold D. Hotchkiss Aug. 23, 2009 Monday, August 24, 2009 11:56 AM |
Arnold D. Hotchkiss, 79, of Monroe died at 11:15 p.m. Sunday at his home. |
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Arthur 'Mac' MacCarroll Arthur "Mac" MacCarroll, age 92, "Known by Many, Friend to All" passed away August 24, 2009 after a brief hospital stay. He is survived by his wife June and his four sons; Jay (Judy), Pat (Elaine), Ken (Stephanie), and Mike (Lorraine). Also seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mac was a Twin Pines milkman for most of his life as well as a real estate salesman for 20 years. He enjoyed fishing, cards, dancing, playing the banjo and golf. He golfed twice a week up until he broke his hip last week. Visitation at Harold Vick Funeral Home Tuesday 6-8 p.m., Wednesday 3-8 p.m. Funeral service Thursday. Call (586) 463-0098 for times. |
Audrey Lynn (Harvey) Secrest passed away Aug. 23, 2009. |
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Barbara J. Rose, 71, daughter of Ernest and Vio­letta Rose, passed away July 9, 2009. Cremation has taken place and there will be a memorial service at St. James Episcopal Church in Cheboygan, on Saturday, Aug. 22, at 11 a.m. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune. |
Bay City, Saginaw death notices Saturday, August 22, 2009 1:35 AM |
Robert J. "Bob" Burzynski, 58, of Bay City, died Aug. 19, 2009, W.A. Trahan Funeral Chapel. |
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Betty J. Fitzgerald, 80, of Rhodes, passed away at her home on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009. |
Beulah "Bonnie" Sydow, age 79, of Brutus, died Aug. 21, 2009, at her home, surrounded by her family. |
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Beverly Sleeper, age 82, of Sturgis, passed away Monday afternoon, Aug. 24, 2009, at Fairview Living Centre in Centreville. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hack man Chapel, Sturgis. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. A full obituary will appear in Wednesday’s Journal.   |
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C. Fabian “Mickey” McGraw, 90, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at Drews Place of Hillsdale. He was born Aug. 10, 1919, in Pavo, Ga., to Hezekiah and Leila (Adams) McGraw. He was married June 17, 1950 to Lois Morr and she survives. Mickey received a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati and was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was the former President of Hillsdale Tool and Union Steel Products in  Albion. Mickey was an elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Hillsdale and was a trustee emeritus of Hillsdale College having served as a board trustee from 1975 to 2003. Besides his wife, Lois, he is survived by a daughter, Karen (Houston Morrow) McGraw of Telluride, Colo.; two sons, Michael (Lynn) McGraw of St. Louis, Mo., and Matthew McGraw of Hillsdale; and four grandchildren. Mickey was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and two brothers. A memorial service for C. Fabian “Mickey” McGraw will be held at a later date. No visitation or calling hours will be held at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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BRYANT, CAROL L.; age 66; of Keego Harbor; August 24, 2009. |
COMMENTARY: Teens can effect community change Saturday, August 22, 2009 3:00 PM - Dan Cherry |
“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” To me, this quote attributed to Mahatma Gandhi speaks volumes. As a writer of local history books, I encounter people who reminisce on “how things used to be” and the desire for long-discontinued events to return. And that’s where the conversation usually stops. Wishing things to be a part of our lives almost never gets them accomplished. I hear similar remarks every time I give talks to area students about northwestern Lenawee County history. “Wow, this area used to be really cool,” I hear over and over. “Why doesn’t anybody do anything like that anymore?” My response to that is usually, “It takes people like yourselves to band together and make cool things happen. Think of what can happen if each of you gives one hour a week to community service, an after-school club or youth group. Whether you’re 7 or 18, you can help make a difference. You can be a part of the very thing you wish to have happen.” I find myself stressing the point that organizing festivals, community activities and the like is not limited to seasoned members of the community. It’s been my observation that most of the younger generation feel their voice does not count, that they cannot make a difference. It has been a part of my mission throughout the years as a 4-H leader and youth group helper to turn that misconception around. Walking the streets of Addison’s 175th birthday celebration Aug. 8, it was clear the kids were enjoying being a part of a community celebration, the likes of which they had not see in their lifetime. And many were talking about ideas they wanted to do for “next time.” Now that they had been a part of a large-scale event like those they had only read about in history books, they were pumped about jumping on board. To me, that was inspiring. Many of them expressed interest in having something to do in town, and took it upon themselves to help make it happen. Addison junior high student Cedric Brown was a part of the 175th birthday planning committee, bringing ideas to the meetings, including having local celebrities go before the public in a dunk tank. It seemed as if every time I turned around, Addison High School junior Travis Bales-Haldane was working hard on behalf of the Panther Marching Band’s fundraising efforts and encouraging people to participate in the festival’s rubber duck race. Addison senior Abby Gray’s thoughts on having regular small-scale events to make local communities  sought-out destinations were refreshing. She said as the town celebration concluded it was important that “we” — her generation — need to help develop and maintain events that help bring the community closer together. “I think the students, especially the high school students, should be involved in putting (a community event) together,” she said. More often than not, in order to make things happen, the sleeves that need to be rolled up are yours. Dan Cherry is a Daily Telegram staff writer. Contact him at 265-5111, ext. 256, or dan@lenconnect.com. |
CONNIE (BLEVINS) RUMLEY BROWN CITY Connie (Blevins) Rumley, age 37, of Brown City, died on August 15, 2009 at her home. She was born April 4, 1972 in Lapeer to Harlen and Faye Blevins. She married her husband Roulin Rumley on July 20, 2002. She has worked as a CNA at the Marlette Regional Hospital and has attended Trinity Lutheran Church. She is survived by her husband, Roulin Rumley; three children, Stephanie Blevins Rumley, Stephen and Sabrina Rumley; her parents, Harlan and Faye Blevins of Brown City; two brothers, Andrew (Christine) Blevins of Chicago and James Blevins of Brown City, and one grandchild, Cassandra McDonald of North Branch. Visitation will be at Carman Funeral Home in Brown City on Wednesday, August 19 from 3:00 to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 20 at 11:00 am at Carman Funeral Home in Brown City. Memorials may be made to: Wishes of the family. Arrangements made by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City. |
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Caroline LeeMae Bilbey, 68, of Beaverton, passed away after a long illness, on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. |
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Charles E. Bratton, 84 of Coldwater, died Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009, at the Community Health Center of Branch County. He was born Oct. 16, 1924, in Montpelier, Ohio, to Samuel and Irene (Govin) Bratton. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the European Theater. He started the Leran Copper & Brass in 1968 in Coldwater. He was working for American Copper and Brass until the time of his death. He was the former owner of Lefty’s Bar in Coldwater. He was a life member of the Elks Lodge #1023, The Eagles and the American Legion. He was a former member of the Hillsdale and Coldwater Country Clubs. Survivors include son, Randy Bratton of Hillsdale; grandchildren, Kersten Cook, Laura (Rick) Amnons, Kevin (Amy) Bratton, Breann Bratton, Ashley Bratton; great-grandchildren: Regan Cook, Madison Amnons, Gracen Amnons; daughter-in-law, Wendy Baker; special friend, Ann Powell. He was preceded in death by a son Dr. Lee Bratton. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater, with Amy Bratton officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Montpelier. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Branch County. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. |
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WINCHESTER, Wis. -- Charlotte "Char" L. Melzer, of Winchester, died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at her home with her family by her side, following a long battle with cancer. |
Charlotte Anna Nyhus Lapeer Charlotte Anna Nyhus, 93, of Lapeer, left this world on Thursday (August 13, 2009) to join her husband, Norman. She was born August 7, 1916, in Mooretown, Canada, to Colin and Roseanna (Sutton) Wilkins. Charlotte especially enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family and friends playing various card games. She is survived by her children, Nancy C. McCarville of Lapeer, James A. Fuchs of Westland and Aaron (Chuck) Fuchs of Texas; special granddaughters, Kathy A. Easterling of Imlay City, Cindy L. Siegler of Imlay City and Sheri L. Billig of Attica; special great-granddaughter, Victoria L. Billig of Attica; several other grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman E. Nyhus; daughter, Karen A. Fuchs; parents, Colin and Roseanna Wilkins; brothers, Herbert Wilkins and Kenneth Wilkins. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, (810)664-8111. |
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Che Michael Hiroskey Columbiaville Che Michael Hiroskey, 29, of Columbiaville (formerly of Keego Harbor) passed away Tuesday (August 18, 2009). He was born July 7, 1980, in Pontiac, to F. Michael Hiroskey and Linda May St. Croix. Che loved motorcycles, the outdoors and spending time with friends. He was the son of Linda (fianc , Dwaine Vowels) Sands of Columbiaville and Mike (Julie) Hiroskey of Dryden; loving brother of Dia Hiroskey of Pontiac, Myriya of Texas, Jordan and Jesse of Dryden; loving fianc of Paula John of Warren. He is also survived by his grandfather, Paul Sutherby of Leonard; special friends, Bill (Dori) Caldwell of Missouri, Jeri Seeley of Waterford, Jenny Mikolajski of Keego Harbor and Sara Mikolajski of Waterford; 3 nieces, 7 nephews and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Graydon and Iota St. Croix, Lucille and Forrest B. Hiroskey, Connie Sutherby. Memorial contributions may be made to Alcoholics Anony |
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Christian Michael Stump, son of Robert and Michelle (Marks) Stump of Sturgis, was stillborn Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He is survived by his parents; one brother, Robert Stump at home; grandparents, Barbara Stump of Sturgis and Gary and Gayle Marks of Ocala, Fla,; aunts and uncles, Patty (Matt) Franks, Deb (Rich) Singleton, Sue (Dennis) Yoder, Cathy (Greg) Shank and Lisa (Flip) Samuels, all of Sturgis and Ken Marks of Warsaw, Ind.; and many cousins. Christian was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Stump; and aunt, Karen Sue Stump. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-2331. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Paul Stern will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Sturgis Memorial Gardens in Sturgis. Memorial donations would be appreciated to the family c/o: Rob and Michele Stump, 211 Second St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Christine Munro Bentley, died on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2009, in Midland. |
Friday, August 21, 2009 12:47 PM |
Clara Eva Wenglikowski, 91, of Midland, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009. |
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Cora W. Thompson, 83, Cheboygan, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. No services are planned at this time. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune. |
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Cynthia Crume, a 1975 graduate of Hillsdale High School, passed away recently in Florida. She graduated from North Central Michigan College with a degree in respiratory therapy. She worked in Petoskey and later moved to Florida where she worked at JFK Memorial Hospital. |
Dale W. Henne 1928 - 2009 Dale Wesley Henne, 80, McKinley Township, passed away Monday, August 10, 2009 at the Huron Medical Care Facility, Bad Axe. He was born November 18, 1928 at the home of his parents, the late Gerald W. and Bernice Marie (Southworth) Henne. On November 6, 1948 he married Dorothy E. Buchholz at Cross Lutheran Church, Pigeon. Dale was a member of Cross Lutheran Church, where he held many positions over the years. He also served as a member of the Sebewaing Sugar Beet Board for 18 years and served on the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service for over 30 years, as well as the Economic Development Corporation. He farmed throughout his lifetime. He is survived by his wife of almost 61 years, Dorothy; two sons, Terry (Sharon), Richville and Robert (Debra), Bay Port; five grandchildren, Stacy Specht, Whitmore Lake, Terry Scott, Valparaiso, Ind., Steven (Mary), Farmington Hills and Kiel and Kaitlyn, Bay Port; two great-grandchildren, Alexis Specht and Christian Henne; three sisters, Lois Anderson, Pigeon, Joyce (Vince) Smith, Caseville and Carol Forster, Elkton; a brother, G. Wayne (Marion) Henne, Pigeon and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Onalee Bendry and two brothers, Clare Henne and an infant brother. Funeral services were conducted on Friday, August 14, 2009 at Cross Lutheran Church, Pigeon, with Rev. Timothy Loehrke, pastor, and Rev. Raymond Orth officiating. Burial took place in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Cross Lutheran Church. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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Deborah Marone, 56, of Douglas, died Wednesday Aug. 12, 2009, at her home. A memorial gathering will take place 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Westshore Golf Course. Arrangements are by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. |
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Dennis M. Mishler, 63, Rogers City, formerly of Onaway, died Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009 in Rogers City. Funeral arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.   |
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Doris M. Floehr, 84 of Coldwater died Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born Aug. 4, 1925 in Branch County to Stewart and Mary (Robison) Karn. She married Paul G. Floehr Sept. 3, 1954 in Angola, Ind. He preceded in death on March 16, 2004. She worked at Shaw Shoes for several years. She enjoyed gardening. Survivors include four sons: Hugh J. Hagaman, Robert (Carol) Hagaman, Richard (Tammy) Hagaman, and Wesley (Patty) Floehr, ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren as well as sister Marge Rodesiler. She was preceded in death by husband Paul Floehr, brother Carl Karn, and grandsons Lance Hagaman and Jason Hagaman. A memorial graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, 2009 at Mason Cemetery, Branch County with Rev. Jim Hazekamp officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association. Arrangements by Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. |
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Dorotha Louise Maxson, age 99, passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility in Coldwater. Mrs. Maxson was born Dorotha Louise Lockwood on March 21, 1910 in Coldwater, Maple Grove District, to Judson and Clara Lader Lockwood. She attended Maple Grove School and graduated from Coldwater High School in 1928. Her husband, Ralph Morgan Maxson, whom she married July 25, 1931, preceded her in death on March 7, 2001. She was a former member of Girard Happy Hour Club and the Spanish War Veteran Auxiliary, her father being a veteran of that war. She was a Red Cross volunteer, Hospital Auxiliary member, and former member of the Chain-of-Lakes Lioness Club. A life-long resident of Coldwater, she and Ralph spent many winter months in Sebring, Fla. They loved having family gatherings, especially for pancake breakfasts. Surviving are Lowell (Suzanne) Maxson, Coldwater; Jerry (Karen) Maxson, Coldwater; Hal (Roxanne) Maxson, Lake Odessa; grandchildren Steven Maxson, Denver, Colo.; James Maxson, Coldwater; Lori Minka, Plainwell, Julie Selep, Chicago, Ill.; Christine Rowden, Mt. Pleasant; Jacqueline Harris, Earlyville, Va. and Richard Sunior, Lake Odessa as well as several great grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be announced later. Memorials may be directed to Maple Lawn Activity Fund and/or Leader Dogs for the Blind. Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook. |
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Dorothy E. Lefief Dorothy E. Lefief, age 83, passed away August 23, 2009 peacefully surrounded by her family. Retired from Blue Cross/ Blue Shield and previously employed by the Ritz Recreation & Topper Lanes. Past President of the Belgian American Card Club and member/officer of many Belgian Clubs. Also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Roose-Vanker Post 286. Survived by her children, Marlene (John) Grocki, Eugene (Colleen), Gregory (Heather), Geoffrey (Kim). Grandmother to nine and three great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her son, Gordon and grandson, Jon Grocki. Visitation Wednesday 3-9p.m. Thursday 3-9 p.m. with a Rosary recited at 7 p.m. Thursday evening. Funeral Service will be held Friday, August 28, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Arthur J. VanLerberghe Funeral Home, 30600 Harper Ave.(between 12 and 13 Mile Roads), St. Clair Shores, Mich. with Fr. Robert Blondell officiating. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Leukemia Society of Michigan or St. Jude's Children Hospital. |
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Earl A. Bills, 91, of Coleman, died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center, Midland. |
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Earl Marx, 80, Cheboygan, passed away Wednes­day, Aug. 19, 2009 at Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Faith Baptist Church, with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. The Reverends James Currie and Gary Montgomery will officiate and burial will take place in Munro Township Cemetery. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune. |
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Edward Bates, 80, of Monroe died at 5:32 a.m. Saturday in his home. Services are pending at the Rupp Funeral Home. |
Edward Bates Jan. 18, 1929-Aug. 22, 2009 Monday, August 24, 2009 11:56 AM |
Edward Bates, 80 of Monroe died at 5:32 a.m. Saturday in his home. He had been in failing health since May 27th. |
Edward J. Plevnia Jr. 1927-2009 Edward J. Plevnia Jr., 82, Bad Axe, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2009 at his home in Bad Axe. He was born on May 31, 1927 in Sigel Township, son of the late Edward J. and Romanda (Kucharczyk) Plevnia Sr. He married Virginia Barry on September 4, 1954 in St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Pigeon. He owned and operated Ed's Barber Shop in Bad Axe for 40 years and was a sales associate at Osentoski Realty Company of Bad Axe. He was currently a member of the Bad Axe City Council. He was an active member of the Bad Axe Lion's Club and the Knights of Columbus where he was an honorary life member and served as a past president and past Grand Knight. He was also a member of the Fourth Degree Assembly and the Color Corps. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Plevnia, Bad Axe; four daughters, Pamela (Gordie) Sullens, Scottsdale, Ariz., Patricia (Steve) Ulfig, Bad Axe, Mary Plevnia and her husband, Tim Brown, Cary, N.C. and Dr. Julie Plevnia andher husband, Major Anthony Hartsook, Pullayup, Wash.; brother, Frank Plevnia, Harbor Beach; seven grandchildren, Melissa (Tom) Heintz, Chelsea, Courtney (Stephen) Gubernick, Phoenix, Ariz., Cpl. Adam (Miho) Ulfig, Camp LeJeune, N.C., Brent (Jennifer) Sullens, Scottsdale, Ariz., Lucy Brown, Cary, N.C., Harrison Patrick Plevnia Hartsook, Pullayup, Wash. and Preston Edward Plevnia Hartsook, Pullayup, Wash., and three great-grandchildren, Tyler Ann Sullens, Scottsdale, Ariz., Madalyn Gubernick, Phoenix, Ariz. and Tatum Lindsay Sullens, Scottsdale, Ariz. He was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Ann Puvalowski. Services were held on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Fr. Rob Howe, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Memorials may be offered to the American Cancer Society or to Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Eileen E. Cooley May 15, 1924-Aug. 20, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 2:14 AM |
TRAVERSE CITY and #151; Eileen E. Cooley, 85, of Traverse City and formerly of South Rockwood, died Thursday, August 20, 2009, at her home. |
Eileen Kreiner North Branch Eileen Kreiner, 81, of North Branch, passed away Sunday (August 16, 2009) at the Marwood Manor in Port Huron. She was born December 12, 1927, in Detroit, the daughter of Albert and Mildred (Niederhauser) Radzwion. Eileen married Edwin (Parker) Kreiner on January 29, 1949 at the Immaculate Conception in Lapeer. Eileen was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and SS. Peter and Paul Altar Society. She baked and decorated cakes for many years, while helping Parker on the farm. She enjoyed bird watching, animals, working in her flower gardens, traveling, camping, playing cards, games and working on puzzles, painting, and swimming in the family pond, where she built her home later on in her life. Eileen always had a great sense of humor and nothing gave Eileen more pleasure than her family and grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Kay (Robert) Atkinson of Smiths Creek; sons, Barry (Regina) Kreiner, Tim (Jeanie) Kreiner and Kev |
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Elinor Ingraham, 67, Harbor Springs, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009 at the Hiland Cottage in Petoskey. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 10 a.m. at the Stutsmansville Chapel, with Rev. Ed Warner officiating. Visita­tion will be held Wednesday at the Schiller Funeral Home in Harbor Springs from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in the Lakeview Cemetery in Harbor Springs. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:26 AM |
Elizabeth 'Beth' Roney Elizabeth "Beth" Roney, age 85, of Detroit, Mich., died on Sunday, August 23, at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak after a brief illness. She was born August 26, 1923 in Detroit, Mich. She married her husband, Richard "Dick" on August 26, 1943. She sang in the church choir for over forty years and enjoyed sewing and baking birthday cakes for her family. Mrs. Roney was a caring person who tended to the needs of her friends by driving them to doctor appointments and wherever else they needed to be. She is survived by her husband, Richard; children, Roger and David A. Loving grandmother of Raymond R. (Penny) Roney, Patricia Smith, Erin Roney and Ben Roney. She was predeceased by son, Bruce and daughter-in-law, Jan Roney. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 2-9 p.m. at the Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Road, Eastpointe. Funeral services will be held Friday. In state 10:15 a.m. until time of 11 a.m. Service at St. Michael Episcopal Church, 20475 Sunningdale, Grosse Pointe Woods. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, Detroit. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Leader Dogs for the Blind, C/O Northeast Detroit Lions Club, 17500 Chester, Detroit, MI 48205 would be appreciated by the family. |
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Ernest C. Cosby May 25, 1922-Aug. 19, 2009 Friday, August 21, 2009 11:49 AM |
Ernest C. Cosby, 87, of Monroe died at 2:45 p.m. Wednesday at Fountainview of Monroe. He had been in poor health for three weeks. |
78, of Mason, retired United States Department of Agriculture clerk, died Saturday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:24 AM |
WHITE, FRANKLIN DELANO; age 67; of Pontiac, MI passed away Friday, August 15, 2009. Franklin leaves to cherish his memory, daughters Thea (Darin) Transou of Southfield, MI and Carmen (Bruce) Lamb; grandchildren Paige and Paris Lamb of Farmington Hills, MI. |
Monday, August 24, 2009 1:15 AM |
FROEDE, FRED A.; of Bloomfield Hills; July 29, 2009; age 85. |
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77, of Bath, U.S. Army Korean War veteran, retired A&P grocery store employee, died Friday. Services 2 p.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel. |
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Frederick Laninga, 72, of Holland , died Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Services will be 11 a.m Wednesday, at Park  Church, 1496 W. 32nd St. Visitation is 1 – 3 and 6 - 8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. www.notierverleelangeland.com |
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Fredrick Nowells, age 55, of Tecumseh died Sunday, Aug, 23, 2009. Funeral arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Home. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:24 AM |
ROUSE, GARY A.; age 68; of White Lake, formerly of Rochester Hills; August 22, 2009. |
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Thursday, August 20, 2009 2:07 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Gary M. Swanbeck, 58, of 424 E. Midland Ave., Ironwood, died unexpectedly early Tuesday morning, Aug. 18, 2009, in his parents' home in Ironwood. |
Gary William Guy March 31, 1947-Aug. 19, 2009 Friday, August 21, 2009 11:47 AM |
Gary W. Guy age 62, of Carleton passed away at 6:32pm, Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at the Emergency Room of Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
• Genevieve "Jean" Jados, 88, of Stronach, died Thursday, Aug. 20. Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
Geoffrey Lee Petz Metamora Geoffrey Lee Petz, 52, of Metamora (formerly of Grosse Pointe) passed away Sunday (August 16, 2009). He was born July 17, 1957, in Detroit, to Robert J. and Delphine (Dodge) Petz. Geoff graduated from the Friends School in Detroit, class of 1975. He was a finish carpenter. Geoff loved hunting and fly fishing and, in general, was an avid outdoorsman. He is survived by his children, Geoffrey J.(Alisha) Petz of Davison, Daniel L. Petz of Sterling Heights, Thomas D Petz of Sterling Heights, David E. Petz of Metamora, Autumn L. Petz of Metamora and Alexander A. Petz of Metamora; siblings, Robert (Mary Ann) Petz of Grosse Pointe, Virginia (James) Soddy of Lapeer, Stephen (Kathleen) Petz of Holly, Susan Nicholas of Metamora, James (Ruth) Petz of Gaylord, Barbara (Bruce) Willinsky of Metamora, Thomas (Kathleen) Petz of Grosse Pointe, Martha (David) McCauley of Wolverine; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandmother, |
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95, of Lansing, retired state highway department employee, died Saturday. Services noon today at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
Thursday, August 20, 2009 2:08 AM |
LA CROSSE, Wis. -- George F. Shiroda, 79, of Sparta, died Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, under wonderfully kind care at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse. |
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Grace "Irene" I. Lyons, age 91 of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009 at Covenant Hospital Cooper Campus in Saginaw. |
Graham George Barton passed away on Aug. 23, 2009, in Charlevoix. He was 80 years old. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:26 AM |
Helen F. Goerlich Helen F. Goerlich, age 101, of New Baltimore, died August 23, 2009, at her cottage in Lake Orion. Born October 1, 1907 in Detroit, Mich. Married George October 15, 1932 in Brighton, Mich. He died February 11, 1976. She was a librarian and worked for the Fraser, Lenox, Macomb County and New Baltimore Public Libraries. She was Employee of the Year for the City of New Baltimore. She retired from the New Baltimore Library when she turned 85. She was an avid reader. She was a member of St. Mary Queen of Creation Church since 1936 and the Ladies Sodality and the Meade Extension Group. Survived by four sons, James (Coletta) of Chesterfield, Carl of Mount Clemens, Joseph (Kathryn) of St. Clair Shores and John of Redford; 29 grandchildren; 66 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, George. She was predeceased by two sons, George and Peter, one daughter, Anne Upleger, one granddaughter, Linda Albright and two brothers, Robert and Edwin Fuller. Funeral Thursday, August 27, 2009 at St. Mary Queen of Creation Church, 50931 Maria, New Baltimore. For time information call the funeral home at 586-725-0177. Visitation Tuesday 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with Rosary Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Road, New Baltimore Burial at St. Mary Cemetery, New Baltimore. Memorial contributions: PIME Missionaries, Right to Life or New Baltimore Public Library. |
Helen K. Bywater Palmetto, FL Helen K. Bywater, age 89, Palmetto, FL passed away Monday August 10, 2009. Helen was born to Luie and Olive Peters on December 19, 1919 in Fulton Township, MI and had lived many years in the Holt/Mason area prior to moving to Florida in 2007. She was predeceased by her parents, husband of 69 years Richard, brother Lt. Lyle Peters (USAF), sister Edith Jones and daughter-in-law Judy. She is survived by sons Richard R. (Texas) and Donald (Phyllis) (Florida), two brothers Gordon (Jacquie) Peters (Sparta, MI) and Nolan (Sandy) Peters (Rockford, MI), four grand-daughters, and nine great-grandchildren. A memorial service is planned for Helen and Richard (April 12, 2009) at Fulton Center Cemetery on September 29, 2009. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Tidewell Hospice and Paliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota FL 34233. The family is served by Mansion Funeral Home, Ellenton, FL. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:26 AM |
Helen K. Mathieson Helen K. Mathieson, age 82, of Clinton Township, passed away on Monday morning, August 24, 2009. Helen is the widow of Dr. Carl O. Mathieson Jr., D.O. Mrs. Mathieson is survived by her two sons, John Mathieson of Clinton Township and Alexander Mathieson of Trenton; grandmother of Stephen, Lora, Jennifer and Carolyn, and sister of Chris (George) Strumbos, Mary Sophiea and Penny Majeske. Helen was predeceased by two brothers, John and Nicholas. The visiting hours are on Wednesday from 9-11 a.m. in the Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot Ave., Mount Clemens. Please call (586) 468-4509 for funeral time. |
Helen Mary Johnson, beloved mother of Nancy Jo (Dean) Eaton, passed away Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
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Henry D. Huizenga, 87, of Holland, died Monday, Aug. 24, 2009, in Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements will be announced by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Mulder Chapel. |
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Hope and Grace Stauffer, infant twin daughters of Dana and Regina Stauffer, passed away Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. They are survived by parents Dana and Regina Stauffer of Centreville; siblings Adriana, Jeffrey and Erika at home; grandparents Susan Stauffer of Sturgis and Glen and Mary Ellen Geigley of Nottawa; great-grandparents Gertie Miller of Goshen, Ind.,  and Barbara Yoder of Nottawa; and many uncles, aunts and cousins. They were preceded in death by one grandfather, Charles Stauffer; and great-grandparents Menno and Lovina Stauffer,  Ammon Miller, Roy and Gladys Geigley and Moses D. Yoder. The family will receive relatives and friends 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the Calvary Chapel in Sturgis. Funeral services will take place at 4 p.m., with Pastors Thomas Miller and Harold Carpenter officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary Chapel Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to the charity of ones choice.   |
Howard Benedict Fix Nov. 26, 1927-Aug. 22, 2009 Monday, August 24, 2009 11:56 AM |
Howard Benedict Fix, age 81, of Newport, MI. passed away August 22, 2009 in the third generation home he was born and raised, in Newport, MI. |
Saturday, August 22, 2009 1:54 AM |
HOUGHTON, Mich. -- Howard L. Johnson, 81, a resident of Hancock, and formerly of Bruce Crossing, passed away Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at the Omega House in Houghton. |
IVA F. BERRY ANN ARBOR Iva F. Berry, age 88, of Ann Arbor, died August 7, 2009. She was born in Applegate, Michigan to the late William and Lavina (Johnston) Roskey. On October 12, 1943, she was united in marriage to Vaughn S. Berry in Laredo, Texas. She is a graduate of Croswell High School and Alexander Beauty School. She went on to work many years in Ann Arbor Public Schools. Iva will be remembered for her deep love of family and friends, zest for life an her vital lifestyle. Iva was an active member of the West Side United Methodist Church. Life as a young girl on the farm truly prepared Iva for her most challenging and gratifying role as a Mother of two active sons. Wisely tailoring lessons with an eye to the future, Iva nurtured conscientiousness and compassion in her sons. Iva appreciated the deep, lasting value of family and friends. She maintained a scrapbook with her siblings, documenting the annual Roskey family reunions. Iva's ability to recognize and enjoy life's simple and true treasures, together with the deep understanding and connections she valued with family and friends from varied backgrounds and experiences, shaped many joyous interactions and expanded personal horizons. Among her favorite pastimes, Iva enjoyed many activities and interactions with her friends at Liberty Athletic Club (Ann Arbor) including water aerobics and Tai Chi. She was an avid walker, and also enjoyed sewing, various crafts but took particular pleasure in attending agility training with her grand dog. In addition to her husband, Vaughn, she is survived by two sons, Duane F. (Sandra) Berry of Blacksburg, Virginia, David A. (Lana) Berry of Ann Arbor; three sisters, Evelyn Cramer of Sandusky, Michigan, Norma (Harlem) Nichol of Deckerville, Michigan, Marie (Robert) Sleda of Applegate, Michigan; one brother, Robert (Donna) Roskey of Applegate, Michigan; one brother-in-law, Ronald Penpraze of Oscoda, Michigan; many nieces and nephews and four grand dogs, Tashi, Rooney, Casey and Charlie. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Helen Williamson, Gladys Penpraze and Dorothy Schimmelpfenig; two brothers, Melvin and Stanley Roskey and her dear friend, Aldena Miller. A Memorial service was held in the Memorial Garden at West Side United Methodist Church, 900 South Seventh Street, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103, with Rev. Drew Hart officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Therapaws of Michigan, P.O. Box 92, Dexter, Michigan, 48130, The Arbor Hospice, 2366 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor Michigan 48103 or the charity of your choice. Arrangements were made by Muehlig Funeral Home in Ann Arbor. |
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Ila I. Ruby 1921-2009 Ila I (Coote) Ruby, Polk City, Fla. passed away May 10, 2009. She was born in Elkton in 1921 to Ed & Sadie Coote. She was preceded in death by her husband Clifford Ruby on Sept 30, 1996, he was the son of Abe & Florence Ruby formally of Pigeon. They are survived by three children, Karen Sowders, Polk City, Fla., Gerald (Claudia), Auburndale, Fla. and Gayle, Clearwater, Fla.; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one on the way. Burial for Ila and Cliff was held Saturday, August 15, 2009 at the Grand Lawn Cemetery, Pigeon with a 'Celebration of Life' fellowship, which followed at the Village Park in Pigeon. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:24 AM |
LONG, JANET MARIE; of Pontiac; August 23, 2009; age 56. Loving daughter of June Long and the late Stanley; dear sister of Donald Long, Robert (Linda) Long and JoAnn Fugate; beloved aunt of Angela, Lori, Dean, Jon, Lisa and Kelly; also cherished by several great nieces and nephews; and one great great niece. |
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Jack E. Schubel, 74, of Coldwater, passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2009 at the Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospital in Battle Creek. He was born July 29, 1935 in Coldwater to Oliver and Dorthy (Wilcox) Schubel. He graduated from Coldwater High School in 1953. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked as a self-employed masonry contractor in California for many years. He is survived by his sisters Shirley Walter and Jean Swain and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Mary. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday Aug. 27, 2009 at the Oak Grove Cemetery Chapel in Coldwater. Arrangements by the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. |
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Jack E. Shaffer, 76, of Hudson passed away peacefully Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at Bixby Medical Center in Adrian. He was born Sept. 7, 1932, in Hudson. Mass of Christian Burial for Jack will be 11 a.m. Thursday, August 20 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hudson with Father. H. Paul Ruddy as celebrant. Military interment by the Hudson American Legion Hannan Colvin Post 180 will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Hudson. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday with a Vigil Prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. |
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Jack L. Smith, 83, of Osseo, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born March 25, 1926 in Osseo to Lynn and Arley (Baker) Smith. He was married August 31, 1945 to Marie Inglis and she survives. Jack was a retired farmer and former school bus driver for Camden-Frontier Schools for 35 years. He was a graduate of Waldron High School. A member of Lake View Church and former longtime Sunday school teacher. He was a member of the Camden-Frontier School Board for eight years and a member of the National Rifle Association. Surviving besides his wife Marie is a daughter, Teresa (Bud) Weicht of Waterloo, Ind.; sons, Tim (Deanna) Smith of Osseo, Joe (Cammy) Smith of Camden and Mark (Sylvia) Smith of Osseo; 20 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a great great-grandson; and a sister, Mary (Clyde) Town of Waldron. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter-in-law, Connie. Funeral services for Jack Smith will be 11 a.m. Monday at Lake View Church in Camden with Pastors Todd Fetters and Steve Smith officiating. Interment will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Ransom Township.  The family will receive friends for visitation 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Lake View Church, Camden-Frontier School or the American Heart Association. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
Sunday, August 23, 2009 2:23 AM |
James B. Shaffer, of Bay City, passed away Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, at Kindred Hospital in Scottsdale, Ariz. |
40, of Portland, died Saturday of natural causes. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday at Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:26 AM |
Jane I. Litch Jane I. Litch, R.N., past resident of Detroit and Eastpointe, dedicated her life to others and died on Aug. 23, 2009, at 84 years. Beloved wife of John A. Litch. Loving and devoted mother of Jo-Ann Stasyk, Joyce (Ted), Janice, James (Rachel) Jeffrey (Christine). Survived by dear siblings, sisters-in-law, Anne, Virgie, Joan; sister, Lillian; and brothers-in-law, Chester S., and Chet L. Proud grandmother of 6, including Jennifer (David) Salazar; and great-grandmother of 3. Predeceased by brothers-in-law, Ted B., John S.; and son-in-law, Greg S. Mass Wednesday 9:30 a.m., Aug. 26, at St. Michael Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes, Sterling Heights. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org |
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Jean Hatcher Foot, 94, of Butler, Ind. and formerly of Winnetka, Ill. died Friday, Aug. 21, 2009 at Laurels of Dekalb, Butler, Ind. No visitation is scheduled. Private services will be held in Winnetka, Ill. in the fall of 2009. Jean was born Feb. 15, 1915 in Detroit to Leslie Clayton and Florence Pulfer. She married Robert Montayne Foot on Dec. 15, 1948 in Chicago. He preceded her in death in 1991. |
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Jean Margaret Bergstrom, 86, Cheboygan, passed away Thurs day, Aug. 13, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Graveside services will be held on Friday, Aug. 21, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Oakhill Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Jeanne Grasman, 47, of Dorr (Salem Township), died Friday, Aug. 21, 2009. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Bentheim Reformed Church, 3997 38th St., Hamilton. Friends may meet with the family at the VanderLaan Funeral Home from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday and  2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. |
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Betty Jeanne Maybury, 88, from Shandon, Ohio, died Sunday, August 23, 2009, at  Hospice House in Holland.  Jeanne was preceded in death by her loving husband, Edward Charles Maybury, in 2002. A private memorial service for the family is planned.   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. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:26 AM |
John E. Cronin John E. Cronin, age 84, passed away August 23, 2009. Beloved husband of Marquita "Mark." Loving father of Johnny, Collette (David) Schindler and Lisa. Proud grandfather of Lindsey Schindler and Mindy. Great-grandfather of Ryan Gardner and Sierra Kincaid. Dearest brother of Mary Margaret Smith. Mr. Cronin was a proud WWII Army-Air Force Veteran. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 11:00 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Donations are welcome to the Capuchins or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:26 AM |
John Franklin John Franklin, age 82, passed away quietly in Sault Sainte Marie August 23, 2009, with his wife at his side. John was passionate about outdoor sports and loved hunting with his brothers, sons and close friends at the family cottage in Brimley, Mich. He was dedicated to San Francesco Church for many years as a lecturer and Vice President of the Orphan's Club. John will be remembered as "Jack Hammer" to all who knew him. "We will forever miss you and love you till eternity!" Beloved husband for 56 years of Piera (nee Roth). Loving father of Mary Esther Mutti, Mark, John Jr., Monica (Thomas) Gmyrek and Gregory (Dawn); proud "Nonno" of Bianca, Justin, Andrew, Samantha, Matthew, Michael, Mitchell and Maxwell; great-grandfather of Mikala. Brother of Faye Franklin, Barbara Keiffer, Dolores Mandeville, JoAnn McCloy, Mary Jane O'Malley and the late Bill Franklin and Betty White. Visitation Tuesday, 4-9 p.m. and Wednesday, 1-9 p.m. with evening Prayers at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Road, (at Schoenherr). Donations to San Francesco Church Orphan's Club preferred by family. For info call 586 977-7300. Share memories at www.bcfh.com |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:26 AM |
John R. Gray John R. Gray, age 82, passed away August 24, 2009. Beloved husband of Marguerite "Peggy." Loving father of Sandra (Alfred) Dobrauer, MaryAnn (Gregory) Murphy, Patricia (Neil) White, and Kathleen Gray. Brother of Beverly (Nelson) Lauzon. Devoted grandfather of Erik, Sean Dobrauer, Ashley, Jonathon, Marty (Valerie) Murphy, and Victoria White. Also survived by four great-grandchildren, Noah, Alex, Nathan, and Savannah. In state Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. at St. Martin DePorres Catholic Church until time of service at 11:30 a.m. Visitation Tuesday, 3-9 p.m. with a ACWC Rosary at 3 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12� Mile Road). Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com |
John Robert Conlisk Sr. Aug. 20, 1924-Aug. 2, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 11:51 PM |
On August 2, 2009, John Robert Conlisk Sr., 84, of Darlington, Md., passed away in his sleep at Perry Point Medical Center. |
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Joseph Clemmer Robbins was born Jan. 15, 1936, in Conway, Ark. He died in Petoskey, Mich., at Hiland Cottage, Hospice of Little Traverse Bay. His parents were Joseph G. Robbins and Iva Mae Clemmer. He graduated with a bachelor of art from Hendrix College and attended Chicago Art Institute. He graduated with a master's degree from Indiana University, School of Music in the New Opera Program. He taught voice at Shenandoah Conservatory of Music in Virginia and at Lindenwood College in St. Charles, Mo. For more than 25 years he was a professor of voice and opera at Georgia Southern University eventually creating his own opera company. He had a significant career in voice as a leading bass at Lake George Opera in New York and St. Louis Opera Theatre. |
Joseph W. Lentz, 67, of Petoskey, died Aug. 20, 2009, at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. |
Thursday, August 20, 2009 11:52 AM |
Joseph M. Lughermo, 73, of Sanford, died Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. |
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Joyce Lenore Manwaring, age 84, of Tecumseh, passed away peacefully at home Aug. 22, 2009, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.  Joyce was born Dec. 8, 1924, in Adrian in the house on the corner of Front and Finch Streets, the daughter of Guy and Bertine (Pocklington) Slater. She was a 1941 Adrian High School graduate. Joyce met her husband, Vern, at Pete’s Candy Kitchen in Tecumseh, followed him to Marine Camp Pendleton in San Diego and they married in Yuma, Ariz., in 1943. In 1999, he preceded her in death. Joyce was an avid golfer for 35 years at the Tecumseh Country Club, was golfing at 84 at Raisin Valley and the oldest participant at Curves in Tecumseh with 900 workouts. Her first motorcycle ride was on a Harley at age 80. She was a life member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Herrick Hospital Auxiliary, First Baptist Church of Tecumseh with 40 years singing in the choir and a member of the Tecumseh First Presbyterian Church from 2000 to the present. Joyce was a dedicated HOPE mentor (Helping One Pupil Excel) mentoring young children one on one to help their reading and literacy skills. The loving mother is survived by two sons, Gene (Janice Novak) Manwaring of Farmington Hills and Guy (Peggy) Manwaring of Tecumseh; one daughter, Emily Manwaring of Tecumseh; five grandchildren, Stephanie (Eric) Bettner, Chris (Tracie) Manwaring, Errett (Tara) Manwaring, Allison Manwaring and Jessie Manwaring; and five great-grandchildren.  Besides her husband, Vern, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Raynor, and a sister, Alice. Funeral services will be at noon Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. Richard Mortimer and Dr. Kenneth Boyd officiating. Interment will be at Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh, at a later date. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, and also one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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Julia “Julie” Tobin lost her courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009.  Julie was born on March 19, 1947, in Hillsdale to Helen and Burdett Hukill. Julie grew up on a farm near Camden and attended Frontier School where she graduated in 1965. She went on to graduate from Michigan State University in 1970 having majored in elementary education.  Julie taught school in Garden City for nine years.  She married Kyle Tobin on May 12, 1979.  Julie and Kyle made their home in Tawas City where Julie taught school for the next 27 1/2 years.  She was a marvelous and dedicated educator and will be remembered by many colleagues and former students for her kindness, sense of humor, generosity and her gentle ways. Julie enjoyed many things in life but her greatest joy was being a mom.  She adored her two sons Josh and Mike.  She was a wonderful and caring mother and took such pride in seeing her boys grow into fine young men. Julie is survived by her husband Kyle (of 30 years) and two sons Joshua Tobin and wife Cathie of Ladysmith, Va. and Michael Tobin of Alma.  Julie recently became a proud grandmother and on Aug. 5 got  to hold her first grandchild, little Grant Joshua. She is also survived by mother Helen Cronk Hukill, sister Becky Hukill Mallar and husband Charlie of North Conway, N.H., brothers Bob Hukill and wife Carol of Camden and Brad Hukill and wife Debbie of Reading.  Julie is also survived by several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by son Steven and her father Burdett. Funeral services for Julie Tobin are 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23 at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home with the Rev. Ed Mohr officiating.  Interment will follow in Woodbridge Cemetery in Camden.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to St. Joseph Home Health & Hospice, PO Box 239, Tawas City, MI 48764.   To view this obituary and send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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 June Myers, 89, a Mullett lake summer resident for 67 years, died Thursday Aug. 20, 2009, at Hos­pice of North Central Ohio in Ashland, Ohio follow­ing a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.   Memorial Services were held Monday Aug. 24, 2009 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ashland, Ohio, with the Reverend Sanford Mitchell and June’s niece, Reverend Neely Towe, presiding. Burial will be in the Ashland Cemetery next to her husband, Jack.   Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.   |
69, of Delta Township, retail inventory control employee, died Wednesday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:24 AM |
BERGER, KIM A.; age 47; of Wixom; died August 24, 2009. |
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Kathleen A. Masters, 72, of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at her home. She was born Feb. 7, 1937, in Hillsdale to Bernal and Agnes (Black) Wallace. She was married July 3, 1955, to Norman Masters and he survives. Kathleen was a former employee at Gametime in Hillsdale and retired from Abrasive Materials after 22 years of service. She was the church organist for more than 30 years at Trinity Lutheran Church. She was a member of the Hillsdale Pythian Sisters, serving as grand chief and was grand musician at Grand Temple. Surviving besides her husband Norman are three daughters, Lorraine (Matt) Zeiler of Hillsdale, Christie (Tom) Hukill of Clinton and Penny (Chris) Kelley of Hillsdale; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Karen (Herb) Landis of Toledo and Sheila (Mike) Kovalchik of Hillsdale; and a brother, Duane Wallace of Davenport, Fla. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Kathleen Masters will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Julie Carey officiating. Interment will follow at Cambria Cemetery No. 2. The family will receive friends for visitation 5-8 tonight at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bernal and Agnes Wallace Memorial Fund, the Shriners, or Hospice of Hillsdale County. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Kathleen Sloan “Katie” Wolf of Traverse City, passed away on Aug. 20, 2009, at home in Traverse City in the loving care of her family and hospice professionals. She enjoyed a long and full life as a person of deep faith, strong will, good works and as the amazing rock of family support. She was born in Bowling Green, Ohio, on Sept. 5, 1925, as the only child of Arthur and Matilda Sloan.  After graduating from high school, she attended and graduated from the University of Michigan School of Nursing in 1946. Katie worked at the University of Michigan Hospital as a pediatric nurse and at Children’s Hospital in Denver. She also shared her professional skills as a volunteer and neighborhood nurse, which, given the tendencies of her three boys and the tribes of Park Street brickyard and Maple Avenue sandlot, was noble and worthy service. Katie joined her lifelong love and soul mate, Marvin Wolf, MD, in marriage in 1948. They shared their great life journey as a loving couple, professionals, parents and grandparents in Denver, Adrian, Central Lake and finally in Traverse City. Katie and Marv retired in 1990 to their “summer place” on the lake, a venue where many fine and happy days were had with friends and family. They moved to Traverse City in 1996. She inherited the legacy of servant leaders, helping advance school budgets, building health resources, guiding social programs, pounding the pavement for candidates, standing up against nonsense and showing the way for younger women. As a parent, Katie balanced her quiet faith and her own formula of impatience with high standards, raising boys. As a life mate, she found ways to shape Marv that were meaningful at home and valued in the community. As a friend, she was fiercely loyal, completely devoted, always ready and rarely without an opinion. As an adversary, beware. As a colleague, simply wow. As a project leader, get ready for results. Katie built the “prom dinner at home” series. She warmed young sailors at Devils Lake and little skiers at Walloon Hills. She carted sports fans and YMCA troops, and she put the order into things that needed order. She blended command and control with a wisdom that few will ever know, and she loved and parented others in ways that only few will ever understand. Katie put everyone above herself. Everyone, everyday. She was and is a mirror to the candle, a complex and powerful force of life. She enjoyed a good book, a glass of wine, gardening, bridge, and the company of friends and her granddogs. She was and active member of Tau Delta and Alpha Omega sororities in Adrian. She worked with friends in the craft business in Lansing. She pitched in with full support on civic projects that made a difference. She told her children and her co-workers to figure things out for themselves, and then she got down in the trenches and helped them succeed. Katie was baptized and married in the Presbyterian Church of Bowling Green. She served as Elder in the Presbyterian Church of Adrian and as one of the “church ladies” at the Congregational Church in Central Lake. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church of Traverse City. She leaves behind a loving husband of 61+ years, Marv, and their sons and families, Michael and Gloria Wolf, Daniel and Julie Wolf, Timothy and Michele Wolf, with grandchildren Charles, Jared, Megan and Ian. She also leaves behind the party of some very great and hearty friends. The family wishes to express its heartfelt thanks to the many professionals of Munson Healthcare who served Katie in her life and transition. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Traverse City, with the Rev. Dr. Homer E. Nye officiating. A luncheon will follow at the church. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time of services. Private family interment will take place at Southern Cemetery in Central Lake Twp. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Munson Hospice, 550 Munson Ave., Traverse City, MI 49684. Arrangements by the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Please sign our online guestbook at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com.   |
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Kent A. Eshelman, 24, of Hillsdale passed away Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, in Rollin Township, Mich., from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born May 17, 1985, in Wyandotte, Mich., to Kevin Eshelman and Prapai Ringenburg. Kent was married April 25, 2008, to Amanda Boulanger. Kent was an employee of Bob Evans Farms in Hillsdale. He attended the Onsted Community Schools and was a graduate of Columbia Central High School in Brooklyn. Kent was attending Jackson Community College. He was a member of the Michigan National Guard Association and recently returned from a tour in Iraq. Kent enjoyed spending time with his family hunting, fishing and riding ORVs. He was a fun-loving person who had many friends. Survivors include his wife, Amanda Eshelman of Hillsdale; mother and stepfather, Prapai and Al Ringenburg of Hillsdale; father and stepmother, Kevin (Phyllis) Eshelman Sr. of Adrian; brothers, Kevin Eshelman Jr. of Saginaw and Kirk (Andrea) Eshelman of Allen Park; nieces and nephews, Courtney, Alexis, Caden, Logan and Mason; mother-in-law and fiance, Lynette Boulanger and James Thompson of Brooklyn; and sister-in-law, Shannon Boulanger. Funeral services for Kent Eshelman will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2009, at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Fr. Duane Beauchamp officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to an educational fund for Amanda Eshelman. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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67, of Lansing, retired Lansing Fire Department captain, died Monday. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
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KENOSHA, Wis. -- Larry Moncher, 74, of Kenosha, passed away Aug. 11, 2009, at Grande Prairie Health Care Center in Kenosha, after battling cancer for many years. |
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Larry Steele Larry Steele, age 67, a 40-year resident of St. Clair Shores, died on Sunday, August 23, 2009 at his residence. He was born on July 13, 1942 in Crestview, Tenn. Mr. Steele was employed in the financial industry in the Detroit area for 45 years and was a member and Elder at Lakeshore Presbyterian Church in St. Clair Shores. He loved the water and golf. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Judie; his children, Tiffany (David) Elya and April (Randy) Fetherolf; grandchildren, Eric and Wyatt; and mother, Mildred Hughey. Visitation Wednesday, 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Instate Thursday, 10 a.m. until time of 11 a.m. Funeral Service at Lakeshore Presbyterian Church, St. Clair Shores. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com |
Lauri Lynn Dunham Bradstreet Lauri Lynn Dunham Bradstreet, a shining light in the lives of so many, has been relieved of her burdens and went to be with her Lord, Saturday, August 22, 2009 at 10:15 a.m. She leaves behind her loving husband Tony of twenty years and her beloved children Alexandria Kay and Chad Anthony. She is also survived by her proud parents Fran and Sharon Dunham, brother Mark as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends beyond counting. Lauri was a loving soul who touched so many lives with her goodness. Her faith, family, friends and were the most important things in her life. Lauri truly lived her faith and left every life she touched better than she found it. Originally from the Kalamazoo MI area, Lauri graduated from Grand Valley State University and lived in Grand Rapids before moving to Columbus, OH. Those fortunate enough to have known her consider themselves truly blessed. She was an amazing Christian wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. The world is a better place for having had her presence. Family will receive friends Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Discover Christian Church. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. with calling one hour prior. Burial will follow in Kingwood Memorial Park. Family Life Minister Jim Brechbuhler officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Discover Christian Church, 2900 Martin Rd., Dublin, OH 43017. Online condolences may be made to www.schoedinger.com |
74, of Charlotte, died Saturday. Arrangements by Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
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BESSEMER, Mich. -- Leo A. Giarola, 87, of Hadley Street, Bessemer, died Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, in Wakefield. |
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Leo C. Pask, age 68, of Sand Lake passed away Aug. 17, 2009. Leo was born Oct. 22, 1940, in Hillsdale County, the son of C. Raymond and Madonna (Reiniche) Pask. On Feb., 14, 2000, he married Bev Bauer in Minnesota and she survives. Besides his wife, Bev, Leo is survived by his five children, Tim (Brenda) Pask, Chris Pask, Lori Bauer, Chris Bauer and Ted (Kari) Pask; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and brother, Calvin. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Marge; and two sisters. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church, Irish Hills, with Fr. Carl Simon officiating. Visitation will be fro 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, and one hour prior to the service at the church Saturday. A Scripture Service will be 7:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be made at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
78, of Charlotte, died Sunday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. |
93, of Mesa, Ariz., died Thursday. Graveside services 2 p.m. Wednesday at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. |
Thursday, August 20, 2009 2:11 AM |
EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Lorraine Lorenson, 86, of East Lansing, and formerly of Ironwood, died on July 22, 2009. |
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Louise Bartell, 96, of Midland, and formerly of Jonesville, passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2009, at Midland King’s Daughters Home. She was born on Aug. l, 1913 in Homer to Frank E. and Helen M. (Howe) Benham. She married Claude H. Bartell on Oct. 16, 1937, in Homer he preceded her in death on Dec. 10, 1979. Louise was a Michigan State Police wife. She and her husband lived in several southern Michigan posts eventually coming to work and raising their family in Jonesville. She was cafeteria manager for 27 years and was a bit of an institution in the Jonesville School System. Her name was synonymous with good food and beautiful parties throughout Hillsdale County. She also enjoyed cooking every week for her “boys” as she called them, the Rotary Men’s Club. In her earlier years, she was a member of the Homer United Methodist Church and was currently a member of the First United Methodist Church in Midland. Louise was associated with the Order of the Eastern Star and the Michigan Schools Food Services Association. For the past 15 years Louise had resided between Midland and Sarasota, Fla. She is survived by a son James (Dawn) Bartell of Midland; a daughter, Barbara (Rann) Lincoln of Sarasota; nine grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Louise was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters, Howard Benham, Ruth Pulsipher, Mary Bush, Maurice Benham, George Benham, Frank Benham and a granddaughter. Funeral services will be held at noon Tuesday at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion with Dr. A. Edward Perkins officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Private burial will take place at the Pulaski Township Cemetery. Memorials contributions are suggested to the Jonesville Community Schools. Assistance with memorials is available at the funeral home www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com. |
Louise Goldie Houghtaling Lapeer Louise Goldie Houghtaling, 74, a lifetime Lapeer area resident, passed away Saturday (August 15, 2009). She was born March 7, 1935, in Lapeer Co., to Paul and Goldie (Adams) Hotchkiss. She married George R. Houghtaling on Feb. 26, 1956. Rev. White at the Methodist Church in Lapeer officiated. Louise graduated from Lapeer High School, class of 1953. Before raising her family, she worked at the Fabricators. She then became a full-time loving mother and wife. Louise then worked part/full-time delivery for Lothamer Dental Lab. She is survived by children, Brenda Martin of Lapeer, Ron Houghtaling of Lapeer; siblings, Maynard Hotchkiss of Au Gres, Bernie (Marcia) Hotchkiss of Lapeer, Lucille (Richard) Schank of Hadley; Merl (Marilyn) Hotchkiss, David Hotchkiss of Lapeer; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by husband, George Houghtaling in 2006; son, Gordon Lee Houghtaling in 2002; brothers, Daryl and Gary. |
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MARGARET ANN SCHAEFER SNOVER Margaret Ann Schaefer, age 68, of Snover, died Tuesday, August 11, 2009 in Shelby Township, Michigan. She was born August 08, 1941 in Bay City, Michigan the daughter of the late Martin and Leona (Minard) Trainor. She was a lifelong area resident. Margaret earned her GED in 1983, she loved to bowl and watch baseball and hockey. She is survived by three sons, Richard Schaefer of Clinton Township, Martin (Barbara) Schaefer of Washington Township, Jeffrey Schaefer of Snover; one daughter, Susan (John) Gardner of Shelby Township; one sister, Judy Mazzoline of Snover; ex-husband, Peter Schaefer of Lapeer, and eleven grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky with Rev. David Pratt officiating. Interment was in Moore Township Cemetery. Memorial suggestions: to the family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, www.marshfuneral.com |
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:24 AM |
CARRICK, MARY C.; of Waterford; August 22, 2009; age 63. |
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Marcia Lang, age 61, formerly of Holland and Grand Haven, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2009, at her home in Bocas De Toro, Panama.   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. |
Monday, August 24, 2009 12:54 AM |
BERGLAND, Mich. -- Marguerite "Toots" Peterson, 79, a lifelong resident of Bergland, passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 23, 2009, in Hurley, Wis. |
Marian A. Daniels Lansing Marian A. Daniels, age 97, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2009. Marian retired from Michigan Bell Telephone Company after 37 years of service. She was a member of Plymouth Congregational Church. Surviving are her sister, Ruth Hubbard; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, David and Marie DeVries. She was preceded in death by her husband, Irl Daniels; two brothers; and one sister. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 29, 2009, at Plymouth Congregational Church. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. |
93, of Lansing, accountant, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Thursday, August 20, 2009 2:17 AM |
WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Marie Ahola, 98, of Bruce Crossing, died Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, at the Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield. |
Mario "Al" Cafolla, 78, of Ludington, formerly of Detroit died Friday, Aug. 21, 2009. Loving husband of Betty, proud father of Dennis, Susan Harkins, and William. Mario is also survived by his brother... |
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Marjorie C. Miller, 61, of Mottville Township, Mich., died Aug. 19, 2009 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, following a short illness. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Jonathan R. Miller; and a brother, Donald Belt. Visitation is from 4-7 p.m.  Sunday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at the Mottville Community Church with Pastor David Bell officiating. Memorials may be directed t othe Susan G. Komen for Cure. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. |
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Marvin Lewis Jewell, age 70 of Beaverton, passed away on Aug. 16, 2009. |
88, of Springport, died Sunday. Arrangements by Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
Mary Jo Owens July 11, 1927-Aug. 22, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 11:51 PM |
Mary Jo Owens, 82 years, of Monroe and formerly of Toledo, died August 22, 2009 in the Brookdale Assisted Living Center in Monroe. |
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Mary Petrovish, 92, of Monroe died Sunday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
71, of Novi, formerly of Lansing, retired Lansing School District teacher's aide, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Gerard Catholic Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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Mildred Joyce Benschoter Horner, age 80, of Adrian and Spring Hill, Fla., died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at her home in Spring Hill, Fla. She was born Oct. 19, 1928, in Adrian, to Ralph B. and Florence Elise (Hawes) Benschoter. On Oct. 24, 1959, she married Robert Lavern Horner. He preceded her in death on Jan. 2, 2009. Mildred was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Mildred is survived by four sons, William (Patricia) Armstrong of Newtown, Conn., Michael (Nina) Armstrong of Clio, Mich., Patrick (JoAnn) Armstrong of Spring Hill, Fla., and Garin (Pilar) Horner of Ann Arbor; seven brothers and sisters, Ralph (Marylin) Benschoter of Porter, Texas, Merle Jean Allion, of Spring Hill, Fla., Wanda (Brian) Clark of Jasper, Melvin (Joyce) Benschoter of Adrian, Katherine Spencley of Jasper, Audrey (Tom) Tracy of Adrian and Rodney (Kriss) Benschoter of Onsted; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Weston W. Armstrong, in 1954, and her second husband, Robert, in 2009. The Funeral Liturgy for Mildred will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Bob Schramm presiding. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where there will be a Vigil Prayer Service held at 7 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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  Milton John Ermish, 79, Carp Lake, passed away Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009.   A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Mackinaw City Bible Church, with Pastor Reid Nelson officiating.   Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
Monday, August 24, 2009 12:08 PM |
Mindy "Lynn" Rosier, 70, of Sanford, died early Saturday morning, Aug. 22, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. |
Monica La Sarge DeWitt Age 78, died August 18 at her lake house in Mecosta, MI. Monica was born in Ludington, MI on March 14, 1931 to Eugene and Elsie (Schroeder) La Sarge. Following her baccalaureate degree from Aquinas College, she earned two masters degrees from the University of Michigan first in Social Work and then in Public Health. She worked for the Michigan Department of Social Services in varied positions retiring in 1988. She was instrumental in the development of the Michigan Medicaid program. Her interest was in the protection of vulnerable children and adults. She directed the Office of Institutional Abuse that developed policies to protect adults living in institutions. Following retirement, she enjoyed traveling and winters spent in southern Arizona. Monica was an avid fan of Tiger's baseball, UM football, and MSU basketball. Two of her sisters preceded her in death, Eugena and Francis. She is survived by her sister Bernice (Robert) Beverstein of Green Bay, WI, 7 nieces and nephews and their children, and Margaret Grost with whom she shared her life for more than 30 years. Honoring her request, there will be no service. Memorial donations are welcomed by Caring About Kids, PO Box 27014, Lansing MI 48909-7014. Caring About Kids is a local charity that provides opportunities for children in foster care. |
Saturday, August 22, 2009 2:14 AM |
Nancy A. Duvall, 62, of Monroe, died at 8:50 a.m. Wednesday at Fountainview of Monroe. |
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Norman H. Sernick Lansing Age 77, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2009 in Lansing, MI. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to Louis and Ethel Sernick on March 1, 1932. He joined the U.S. Army Corps and was placed into active duty August 1952. He was assigned to the 3rd Armored Division serving in the Korean Conflict, earning 2 Bronze Stars, United Nations Service Medal and the National Defense Medal. He was a member of Congregation Shaarey Zedek and graduated from MSU in 1956. Norm was a partner with Morris Auto Parts and held season tickets for over 50 years for Spartan football, basketball and hockey. He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 beautiful years, Shirleyetta; sons, Larry (Cathy) Sernick and Jeffrey (Brenda) Sernick; beloved grandchildren, Alex, Rebecca, Chelsie, Colin, and Jeremy Sernick; and brother, Milton (Judy) Sernick. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at Congregation Shaarey Zedek, 1924 Coolidge Rd., East Lansing, with Rabbi Amy Bigman and Cantor Pamela Schiffer officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Norman's memory to Congregation Shaarey Zedek or the American Heart Association . Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. |
77, of Lansing, retired auto parts dealer, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. today at Congregation Shaarey Zedek, East Lansing. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:26 AM |
Other deaths Lottie Grochocki, 89, of Macomb Township, Hauss Funeral Home, Macomb Township. |
Monday, August 24, 2009 1:15 AM |
FARIS, PHILOMENA MARIE; age 87; of White Lake Twp., and formerly of Farmington; August 22, 2009. |
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Peggy Ann Davis, 58, of Ida died Aug. 23 in St. Luke and #146;s Hospital, Maumee, Ohio. |
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Peter O. Gilmette, 93, Riggsville, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009 at Hospice House of Cheboygan. Visitation will be held Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., with a Scripture Service be­ginning at 7 p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Christian Funeral Home. Rev. Paul Megge will officiate and burial will be at St. Clement Cemetery in Pellston. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune.   |
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  Phyllis M. Haas, 79 of North Adams, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. She was born on April 28, 1930 in Pittsford to Charlie G. and Geraldine (Hinkley) Calkins. She married Harry R. Haas on Feb. 8, 1948 in Pittsford, and he survives. Phyllis lived her early life in the Pittsford area and then she lived in the Addison and North Adams area for many years. She graduated from Pittsford High School in 1947. She was formerly employed at the Addison Telephone Company, Dr. Kelly’s Veterinarian Clinic, former secretary at Addison High School and then a secretary at Lee Stamping in Addison. She was a former member of the Lady Elks of Hillsdale, member of Hudson American Legion Auxiliary and former member of the Sweet Adelines of Adrian and Coldwater. Surviving besides her husband Harry are one daughter, LuAnn Bowers of Adrian, one son Charlie Haas of North Adams, four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Charlie Calkins, Jr. and Verlin Calkins. Cremation will take place. A visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison.Burial of her ashes will take place at Aldrich Cemetery, Somerset Township, Hillsdale County at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Addison Fire Department or to the Addison United Church. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com   |
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RAYMOND V. CAPERTON DECKER Raymond V. Caperton, age 71, of Decker, died suddenly of cancer, Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at Marlette Hospice Residence in Marlette. He has lived in Decker since 1992 and was previously from the Detroit area. He was born April 27, 1938 in Detroit, the son to the late Henry & Estelle (May) Caperton. He married Ila Kalamick July 1, 1961 in Detroit, she preceded him in death October 27, 1999. Raymond worked has a Grinder for Ford Motor Company for 36 years, retiring in 2000. He is survived by two sons, David (Catherine) Caperton of Roseville and Donald (Regina) Caperton of Livonia; one daughter, Sherry (Patrick) Delacourt of Bad Axe; two brothers, Richard of New Heaven and Patrick of Melvindale; three sisters, Martha of Lincoln Park, Loretta of Allen Park and Estelle of Indiana; four grandchildren, Natalie, Danielle, Shawn and BenJamin. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and four brothers, Howard, Ronald, Ralph and William. Funeral serviceswere held at Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, with Pastor Douglas Richardson officiating. Cremation followed the service at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Memorials may be donated to United Hospice Service. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Marlette, Michigan (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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DeBOSE, RICHARD R. "Buddy"; of Waterford; August 22, 2009; age 66. |
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HOWELL, ROBERT E.; age 73; of Beaverton; passed away Saturday, August 22, 2009. |
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PETERSEN, ROBERT H. "BUD"; of Ortonville, formerly of Burton; August 23, 2009; at 87 years of age. Beloved husband of Donna Petersen and the late Alice Petersen; dear father of Diana (Hershel) Clark and the late Susan Culhane; step-father of Lynn (Jan) Bowen and Don (Sandra) Bowen; brother of Mabel Horton; also survived by six grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; and several great grandchildren. |
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ALLEN, ROGER MICHAEL; Mike went home to heaven on August 19, 2009; at the age of 73. |
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HILL, RUSSELL P.; long-time resident of Waterford; August 23, 2009; at 88 years of age. |
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Richard H. “Dick” Abler, age 86, formerly of Mendon, died Friday, Aug. 21, 2009, at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility in Coldwater following a long illness.  He was born Nov. 29, 1922, in Detroit, a son of Alexander A. and Elba (Howard) Abler, and attended schools in Detroit.  He was married to Olive Turner on Jan. 15, 1944, in Detroit.  They resided in Detroit until 1951 before moving to Coloma, and later to Mendon in 1967.  Dick was a longtime employee of Michigan Bell Telephone Company, working from the Benton Harbor office, and he retired from the Kalamazoo offices in 1988. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and travel. He was especially active in the Elks Lodge and was a Life Member.  He was an Exalted Ruler of the St. Joseph Elks Lodge and served as State President in 1974. He was a Ritualistic Team Leader and Trainer for several years, and continued to support the Major Projects Fund of the Elks Lodge. Dick is survived by four children and their spouses, Bill and Eileen Abler of Wyoming, Minn., Wes and Jane Abler of Douglas, Ga., Claudia and Dan Davenport of Bronson and Alex & Nancy Abler of Pasadena, Md.;  13 grandchildren, Brian, Tim and Bill “Taters” Abler, Rob, Josh and Andrea Abler, Erin Wood, Wes, Joel and Emily Abler, Jonathan Davenport, Angela Neubauer and David Davenport; 14 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Carolyn Renton (Bill) of Livonia.  He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Phyllis Shoemaker and Elaine Moor; and by his wife, Olive, in 1988. The family will receive friends from 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon, followed by Elks Rites at 7:05 p.m.  Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Crossroads Missionary Church west of Mendon, with the Revs. Cory Weatherton and Dale Walterhouse officiating. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery.  Memorials will be directed to the Major Project Fund in care of Sturgis Elks Lodge #1381. Online register is available and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.  |
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Robert C. Woods, 64, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009. |
54, of Harlingen, Texas, formerly of Mason, died Sunday. Visitation 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home, Lansing. |
Robert Edward Powelson Harlingen, TX Age 54, passed away August 23, 2009 at Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen. Robert was born September 26, 1954 in Mason, Michigan to William Robert and Betty Jean Powelson. He attended Okemos High School and was a member of the United Brethren Church. Robert enjoyed fishing, golf and family. He was preceded in death by his father, William Robert Powelson and his brothers, Ronald Lynn Powelson and Randy Lee Powelson. Robert is survived by his mother, Betty Jean Powelson; his siblings, Allen Robert Powelson, Richard Reid Powelson, Rochelle June Powelson, and Renee Luella Powelson; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home in Lansing, Michigan on Thursday, August 27, 2009 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Graveside services will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery in Mason, Michigan on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 10 a.m. The family invites you to sign the guestbook or leave a condolence or memory at www.buck-ashcraft.com. Local arrangements are under the direction of Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home, 101 W. Jolly Rd., Lansing, Michigan 48910, (517) 882-9091. |
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Robert Ephraim Wood, 82 of Midland, died Aug. 20, 2009, at MidMichigan Stratford Village. |
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Robert V. "Bob" Carter, 77, of Satsuma, Fla., died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at his home in Florida. |
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Robert Wood, 81, of Midland, died Thursday night, Aug. 20, 2009, at the MidMichigan Stratford Village. |
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  Robyn G. Deck, 51, of Somerset Twp. passed away Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009 at her home. She was born Sept. 5, 1957 in Jackson to Robert and Joyce (Curtis) Loughlin. She was married Aug. 4, 1995 to David S. Deck and he survives. Robyn was a Nurse and loved flowers and gardening. Surviving besides her husband David, is a daughter, Caitlyn Deck of Somerset Township; a son, Gabriel Gallias of San Diego, Calif.; her mother Joyce Barrett of Somerset Center; three brothers, Shawn Loughlin of Jackson, Kim Loughlin of Somerset Center and Todd (Vanessa) Barrett of Jonesville; and several nieces and nephews. Robyn was preceded in death by her father. Memorial services for Robyn G. Deck will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22 at 1:00 p.m. at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for visitation from until time of the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Greater Hillsdale Human Society. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
Rocky Joseph Sweeney Flint Rocky Joseph Sweeney, 31, of Flint (formerly of Sparta, Mich., and Lapeer) passed away Thursday (August 13, 2009). He was born May 28, 1978, in Lapeer. He married Kimberly Coon on June 8, 2002. Rocky graduated from Lapeer East High School, class of 1997. He loved sports and always was very athletic and physically fit. Rocky loved to work out and his dream was to be a personal trainer. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Sweeney of Flint; son, Kody Alan Sweeney of Flint; step-son, Kyran Dowe-Edward Thomas of Fenton; parents, Jeff (Kelly) Sweeney of Metamora and Donna (Mike) Bascom of Sparta; brothers, Josh Sweeney of Lapeer and Derek (Samantha) Medore of Grand Rapids; grandparents, Tom and Phyllis Sweeney of Metamora, Charles W. Bascom II of Alanson, Mich.; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Janet Bascom; uncle, Jim Sweeney. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for Kod |
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Roger L. Doudt, 65 of Citra,Fla, and formerly of Indianapolis, died Aug. 19, 2009. He was born in Sturgis, Mich., on March 12, 1944, to Leland H. and Marian (Rost) Doudt, both whom have preceded him in death.  Roger was also preceded in death by a grandson, Tyler Evan Doudt. He retired in 2007 as an account executive with Emergency Radio Services (ERS). Roger was a former member of Holy Cross (Ind.) Lutheran Church, currently a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church (Ocala, Fla.), and the Gold-Wing Road Riders Association (GWRRA) Chapter FL1-F2. He is survived by his wife, Sandra K. (Hughes) Doudt; children Steven (Sherri) Doudt and Kimberly (David) Doster; a brother, Michael Doudt; a sister, Barbara Norris; 11 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday in Flanner and Buchanan Washington Park East Funeral Center. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Holy Cross Lutheran Church, with Pastor John Sattler officiating.Burial will be in Washington Park East Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church,5200 SW St. Rd. 200, Ocala, FL 34474. |
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Ronald James Dean, 51, of Havelock, North Carolina and former Midland resident died unexpectedly, Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at his home from a heart attack. |
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Rose A. (Cool) Bame, 96, Cheboygan, passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, Larson Hall. Visitation was held on Monday, Aug.17, 2009 at the Christian Fu neral Home. The Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 11 a.m., with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church. Rev. Paul Megge will officiate, with burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.   |
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Roy L. Merkling Jr., 78, of Kendallville, Ind., died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at Lutheran Life Villages in Kendallville. He moved to the area in 1947 from Chicago, Mr. Merkling was a 1950 graduate of Kendallville High School and a 1954 graduate of Purdue University. After graduating from college he served his country in the U.S. Army from 1954-1956. Following his military service he worked at his father’s floor covering business in Chicago from 1956-1959. Roy then went to work for Flint and Walling Manufacturing in Kendallville as a Mechanical Engineer from 1959-1997. Roy was a former member of the Kendallville Lions Club and involved in the Boy Scouts of America as an Assistant Scout Leader. He was also a member of Mt. Zion Lutheran Church in LaGrange. He was born on July 30, 1931, in Chicago, to the late Roy L. and Louise C. (Schroeder) Merkling Sr. On Oct. 3, 1959, he married Ardelle V. (Anderson) in Chicago. She survives in Kendallville. Also surviving are a daughter and a son-in-law, Ellen and Jay Ferguson of Kendallville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas and Machele Merkling of Avilla, Ind.. and Edward and Bonni Merkling of Indianapolis; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Ferguson, Ryan Ferguson, Adam Merkling, Zachary Merkling, Kathryn Merkling, Samuel Merkling and Carlee Merkling; a sister, Louanna M. Walb of LaGrange; and a brother and sister-in-law, David and Norma Merkling of Bartlett, Ill. Visitation will be held from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 West Michigan St., LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, 797 N. Detroit St., LaGrange, with Pastor Sandy Hutchens and Pastor Tom McShannock officiating. Burial will take place in Lakeview Cemetery, Kendallville. A military graveside service will be conducted by the Kendallville VFW. Pallbearers will be Thomas Merkling, Edward Merkling, Jay Ferguson, Paul Walb, and Jeff Merkling. Honorary Pallbearers will be Paul and Matt Reichel, David Merkling and Ron Anderson. Memorials may be contributed to the Alzheimer’s Association or Mt. Zion Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be submitted to the family at www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com.       |
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Russell Bremer, 58, of White Cloud, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St. |
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Ruth V. Jacobs, 101, Monroe died Thursday at Medilodge of Monroe. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Ruth Viola Jacobs Feb. 28, 1908-Aug. 20, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 2:14 AM |
Ruth Viola Jacobs, 101, of LaSalle died at 1:50 p.m. Thursday at Medilodge of Monroe, where she had been in poor health since April. |
Ryan S. Woodward Delta Township Ryan Stephen Woodward, age 20, born July 23, 1989 in Lansing, MI, passed away tragically from an accident on August 22, 2009. Ryan was a graduate of Grand Ledge High School, Class of 2007, attended LCC and was to attend Western Michigan University this fall. He loved spending time with his friends and was known for his sense of humor and smile. He will be greatly missed by his loving parents, Stephen & Carlotta of Delta Twp., brothers, Michael and Jacob and his sister, Chelsey; grandparents, Ken & Martha Woodward of Lansing and Roger (Helen) Block of Ruskin, FL; uncles: Ken Woodward, Tom (Sabrina) Woodward, Tim (Cindy) Terwilliger and David (Auxi) Terwilliger; aunts: Jane (Greg) Harrington, Lori (David) Robert, Trisha (Alan) McElrath, Rhonda (Aaron) King, many cousins, extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Patricia Block and aunt, Cathy Woodward. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, August 26, 2009 - 11:00 a.m at the South Church, 5250 Cornerstone Dr., Lansing, MI 48917, with Pastor Don Denyes officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home in Grand Ledge. In lieu of flowers, contributions made to the Ryan Woodward Memorial Scholarship Fund would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.petersandmurrayfuneralhome.com. |
20, of Delta Township, Grand Ledge High School graduate, died Saturday as the result of an accident. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at South Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
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Sarita Joy Feenstra, infant, died on  Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009. The Feenstra family will have a private graveside and memorial service. Visitation with the Feenstra and Haak families will be from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Protestant Reformed Church, 7194 20th Ave., Jenison. The family is being served by the Yntema Funeral Home.  |
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GRAYSLAKE, Ill. -- Sharon L. Pierce, 66, of Grayslake, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009. |
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Shirley Lynn Rios, 66, of Holland died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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Sister Julia McCarthy, formerly known as Sister Mary Fides McCarthy, died on Aug. 20, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 88 years of age and in the 70th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation.  Sister Julia was born in Canton, Ohio, to Joseph and Julia Mary (Franklin) McCarthy. Sister graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Adrian, Mich., and received a Bachelor of Philosophy Degree in English from Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, Mich., and a Master of Arts Degree in English from Loyola University in Chicago, Ill.  Sister spent 51 years ministering in education in Chicago, Ill.; Ann Arbor, Pinckney, Detroit, Midland, Southgate and Walled Lake, Mich.; Orlando, Ocala and West Palm Beach, Fla. She was Director of Religious Education for two years in Orlando, Fla., and Director of Adult Education for seven years in Walled Lake, Mich. Sister was Pastoral Minister for a total of 18 years in Detroit, Alpena and Walled Lake, Mich. She was also a tutor at Blessed Trinity School in Ocala for four years and at De Porres Literacy Center in West Palm Beach for four years. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in 2004.  Sister Julia is survived by a brother, John McCarthy of Jupiter, Fla. She was preceded in death by a sister, Sister Mary DeVault, also an Adrian Dominican Sister.  Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009, in the Rose Room of the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 24, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221. |
Spencer T. Hamilton 1970 - 2009 Spencer T. Hamilton, 38, Port Huron, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2009. He was born in Marion, Ind. on October 26, 1970, the son of Richard L. and Erma D. (Robinson) Hamilton and graduated from Laker High School in 1989. Spencer worked for Lear Industries for several years in Port Huron, until 2004. He currently worked as a delivery driver with an expediting delivery service. He enjoyed studying history, reading, wildlife and NFL football. He is survived by his parents, Richard L. "Dick" and Erma D. Hamilton, Pigeon; brother, Brent Shears, Cass City; nephew, Matthew Shears, Pigeon; several aunts, uncles and cousins; co-worker, Efrain Rodriguez and many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elizabeth and Eathan Robinson and Eliizabeth and Floyd Hamilton. Services will be private. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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Sr. Julia McCarty, age 88, of Adrian died Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center. Funeral arrangements are pending with Anderson Funeral Home-Adrian. |
Tawny E. Hensley Aug. 18, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 2:14 AM |
Tawny E. Hensley, 57 of Monroe died at 3:50 a.m. Tuesday in her daughter and #146;s home. |
Tawny E. Hensley Oct. 5, 1951-Aug. 21, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 11:51 PM |
Tawny E. Hensley, 57 of Monroe died at 3:50 a.m. Friday in the home of her daughter. She had been in poor health since July. |
Ted Philip Farnsworth, age 59, of Boyne Falls, passed away early Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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75, of Dansville, retired Johnson Controls supervisor, died Sunday. Memorial services 11 a.m. Saturday at Ss. Cornelius & Cyprian Catholic Church, Leslie. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Williamston Chapel. |
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ROGERS, WINFORD "WIN"; of Waterford; August 23, 2009; at 87 years of age. |
Wesley J. Murdoch 1918 - 2009 Wesley John Murdoch, 90, McKinley Township, died Wednesday, August 12, 2009 with his wife, children and grandchildren by his side in the Murdoch family home where he was born and lived throughout his lifetime. He was born in McKinley Township on September 7, 1918, to John Stanley and Ida (Helferich) Murdoch. On January 3, 1942 he married Leatha J. Buschlen at Winsor Evangelical Church, Pigeon. Wes was a faithful, very active lifelong member of Hayes United Methodist Church. He graduated from Pigeon High School in 1936. He was very instrumental in the consolidation of Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port (Laker) High School and served on the school board for 17 years. He was an avid Laker High School sports fan, and especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports, at both home and away games. Wes also served on the Land Bank Board and was a member of the Farm Bureau for 47 years. He farmed throughout his lifetime. He was an avid hunter and fishermanand loved to spend time with his family. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Leatha; one son, Orlin (Marty) Murdoch, Bay Port; four daughters, Gloria (John) Stalter, Bay Port, June (Terry) Sturm, Pigeon, Joyce Starkweather, Essexville and Kathy (Steve) Dubs, Pigeon; 12 grandchildren, Mark (Robyn) Murdoch, Jennifer (Casey) Turner, Tracy Murdoch, Alan (Rhonda) Stalter, Andrew (Michelle) Stalter, Robin Sturm, Kimberly Sturm, Chad (Lisa) Sturm, Scott Starkweather, Kevin Starkweather, Kristin Dubs and Rebecca (Drew) Gokey and eight great-grandchildren, Braden and Justin Murdoch, Katie and Jack Turner, Cole and Alexandra Stalter and Isaac and Adison Sturm. He was preceded in death by a teenage brother, Maurice and an infant sister, Ruth. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at Hayes United Methodist Church, Pigeon, with Rev. Doug Mater, pastor, officiating. Burial took place in the Grandlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hayes United Methodist Church. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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William Russell Runyan May 28, 1924-Aug. 15, 2009 Saturday, August 22, 2009 2:14 AM |
William R. Runyan, 85, of Savage, MN., formerly of Carleton, died Saturday, August 15, at the Hospice Lodge of Summit Oaks in Burnsville, MN. He had been in poor health for the past year. |
Wilma Richardson Lapeer Wilma Richardson, 85, of Lapeer, passed away Monday (August 17, 2009). She was the beloved mother of Nancy Stalling of Fort Wayne, Ind., James Goble of Northern Michigan, Janet (Russell) Smith of Lapeer and the late Brenda Smith; beloved grandmother of Sandy, Crystal, Julie, Lisa, Scott and the late Glenn; beloved sister of Bonnie and Jean. Funeral services were held Wednesday (August 19, 2009) from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home Capstick Chapel, 542 Liberty Park Lapeer, MI 48446. Pastor Todd Smith officiated. Interment was in Stiles Cemetery. To place an online condolence, please visit www.LynchFAMILYFuneralDirectors. com. |
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Wilson Snider, 88, of Brutus, passed away Aug. 24, 2009, at Bay Bluffs nursing home in Harbor Springs. |
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Affectionately known as “The Chicken Lady,” Evelyn Alice Nuffer, age 73, of Three Rivers, died Sunday Aug. 23, 2009, following a brief illness.  She was born in Palmer, Alaska, on June 28, 1936, a daughter John and Alice (DeGroat) Porter. Generations have benefited from her volunteer work and generosity as a 4-H Leader.  She has assisted many children at the St. Joseph County Grange Fair in properly caring for and training their poultry.  The Chicken Lady loved spending time with the kids at the fair, donated many trophies and purchased numerous show birds at the auction.  She was recently recognized by the Michigan Poultry Fanciers with a plaque for her efforts. She was also trained as a licensed poultry inspector by the state of Michigan.  The Chicken Lady also volunteered caring for the birds at Scidmore Park in Three Rivers. She trained numerous birds to talk for local pet shops and bird lovers, sold ceramics, and delivered newspapers in the area.      The Chicken Lady is survived by her father, the Rev. John Porter and his wife, Carmen, of Three Rivers; three children, Alice Porter of Three Rivers, Ken Porter (Kelly) of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Loretta Walker of Muskegon; 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; three brothers, Noel Porter (Ruby) of Malott, Wash., Morris Porter (Minota) of New Market, Va., and Steve Porter (Marilyn) of Cedar Lake; a sister-in-law, Judy Porter of Evart, Wash.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alice Porter; her twin brother, Doyle Porter; and stillborn infant twins.  A graveside service for The Chicken Lady will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday in South Park Cemetery at the corner of Heimbach and Darr roads, with the Rev. Keith Phillips, pastor of the Three Rivers, Centreville, and Kalamazoo Countryside Seventh Day Adventist Churches, officiating.  Immediately following services, all are invited to the poultry barn at the St. Joseph County fairgrounds for a time of food and fellowship. Memorials may be directed to the family through the Eickhoff Farrand Halverson Chapel, 305 Rock River Ave., Three Rivers. Online register is available at www.efhchapel.com.   |
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