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A Memorial Service for Ada (Palmer) Holmes will take place 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, from Midland Trinity Wesleyan Church. Pastor Luke Hansen will officiate. |
17, of Okemos, Okemos High School student, died Thursday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. |
Aina G. Brikmanis Okemos Born September 22, 1929 the daughter of Zelma and John Balodis, Aina Gunta Brikmanis died September 3, 2009 at the age of 79. She was interested in the Fine Arts and music. She loved to travel and always wanted to visit the local museums. She had an eye for fashion and was an avid tennis fan. Aina was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband of 56 special years, Alexander Brikmanis. She is also survived by her sons, John A. (Carol) Brikmanis and Charles K. (Debbie) Brikmanis; 3 grandchildren, Kristin Brikmanis, Alexander Brikmanis, and Grace Brikmanis; and one sister, Ausma (Ernest) Heniss. A funeral service will be held for Aina on Saturday, September 5, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Lansing. Contributions may be made to Occupation Museum, 1 Latviesu strelnieku laukums, Riga, 1050, Latvia in memory of Aina. Condolences may be made at www.gorslineruncimanfuneralhomes.com |
Albert H. Herington, 80, of Mancelona, formerly of Ellsworth, died Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at Bortz Health Care in Traverse City. |
Alden F. Mabry March 16, 1918-Sept.1, 2009 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 12:17 PM |
Alden F. Mabry, 91, of Monroe died at 12:54 p.m. Tuesday at Mercy Memorial Hospital of Monroe. He had been in poor health for two years. |
Anne Marie (Koenigsknecht) Thelen Cincinnati, OH Our beloved Ann, born July 2, 1955 to Paul and Patricia (O'Brien) Koenigsknecht of Fowler, MI, passed away at the age of 54, on September 2, 2009. Ann was a graduate of Fowler High School and Michigan State University; she retired after 30 years as a Catholic elementary school teacher at The Summit Country Day School. In her spare time she loved, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends who meant the world to her. She met Ken Thelen, the love of her life, in 11th grade and was married to him for 32 years; also surviving are son, Brendan; daughter, Brigid; mother, Patricia Koenigsknecht; brothers, Frank (Theresa), Patrick (Martha), Tim (Robin); mother-in-law, Frances Thelen; brothers-in-law, Mike (Marie), Mark (Cathy), and Marty; her nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles; and many close friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Koenigsknecht; father-in-law, Joe Thelen; sister-in-law, Deanne Thelen. The funeral service was held at The Summit Country Day School, Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel in Cincinnati, OH. A memorial service will be held at Most Holy Trinity Parish in Fowler, Michigan on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Maryknoll Missionaries. |
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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. |
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Barbara J. Welsh, age 67, of Adrian passed away Sept. 3, 2009, surrounded by her family. Funeral services for Barbara will be on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009, at 11 a.m., at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Christopher Brundage officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh. Friends may visit the family on Monday, Sept. 7, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wagley Funeral Home. You may sign the register book and send condolences at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in Barbara’s memory may be directed to the First United Methodist Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
• Arthur Ellis Barton, 72, of Ludington, died Wednesday, Sept. 2. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
Bay City, Saginaw death notices Tuesday, September 1, 2009 11:22 AM |
Thomas G. "Tommy" Scott, 67, of Auburn, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009, Cunningham-Taylor Funeral Homes, Inc. |
Bay City, Saginaw, death notices Friday, September 4, 2009 11:45 AM |
Joyce L. Bonkowski, 79, of Omer, died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, R.O. Savage Funeral Chapel. Richard "Dick" Borchardt, 83, of Pinconning, died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, Lee-Ramsay Funeral Home. John J. Decker, 88, of Saginaw, died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, Snow Funeral Home. Herbert P. Grueber, 89, of Frankenmuth, died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, Cederberg Funeral Home. |
Rebecca "Becky" Johnson, 56, of Petoskey, went to join our Savior Friday evening, Aug. 28, 2009, after a nine-month battle with cancer. She was in her retreat surrounded by family, friends and her treasures. |
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Bernal Lee Gillette, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born Aug. 12, 1920, in Hillsdale County, the son of Clayton and Lula (Warren) Gillette. He is survived by his wife, of 59 years, Ardath Joy Gillette, whom he married on July 2, 1950. He is also survived by three sons, Gary Lee (Paula) Gillette of Montgomery Village, Maryland, Jerry Dean (Cheryl Irene) Gillette of Battle Creek and Timothy Russell (Naomi) Gillette of Taipei, Taiwan; two daughters, Carol Ann (John) Connell of Atlanta, Georgia and Wendy Sue (Steve) Osterhout of Laurel, Maryland; one son-in-law, Tom (Marcia) Macklin of Quincy; six granddaughters and six grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Patricia Lynn Macklin and three brothers, Leland, Leonard and Donald. Mr. Gillette served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He was a member of Hillsdale Free Methodist Church, the Kiwanis Club of Hillsdale and a member of the Jackson Computer Club which was his passion. He loved music and enjoyed working with school bands. He worked as a traveling salesman for Marshall Music and retired in 1992. A funeral service to honor the life of Bernal Lee Gillette will be held at the Hillsdale Free Methodist Church 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8 with Pastor Keith Porter officiating. Cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6 at the Hillsdale Free Methodist Church. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility or to the Hillsdale Free Methodist Church. |
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Tuesday, September 1, 2009 11:22 AM |
Beulah I. Harris, 93, of Midland, died Sunday evening, Aug. 30, 2009, at her home. |
Saturday, September 5, 2009 6:25 AM |
Beverly J. Stebbins Beverly J. Stebbins, age 73, died September 3, 2009. Beloved wife of Gilbert "Jerry" Jr. Loving mother of Sharon (Nick) Stoia, Debbie Barrett, Gail (Don) Mankiewicz, Paul Stebbins and Donna (Brian) Lombardo. Loving grandmother of thirteen and great-grandmother of two. Dearest sister of Madeline Hotchkiss. Preceded in death by her parents, Adrian and Beatrice Morin; brothers, La Verne and Kenneth Morin. Visitation Sunday, 3-9 p.m. and Monday, 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Road at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Scripture Service Monday, 7 p.m. Instate Tuesday 11 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Peter Church, 95 Market Street at Pine Street, Mount Clemens. Memorials to Karmanos Cancer Foundation or Henry Ford Hospice appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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Carl J. Anderson, age 82, of Holland, died Wednesday, September 2, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Carl graduated from Wayne State Law School and worked for Ford Motor Co. for many years in procurement supply.  He lived for many years on the Saugatuck/Douglas lakeshore. Carl was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Army.  He was preceded in death by his first wife, Elaine Anderson, in 1986. He is survived by his wife, Judy, of Holland; son, Craig and Julie Anderson of Douglas; granddaughters, Kaitlyn Anderson and Loren Parry; sister and brothers, Beverly Shehab of Grosse Point, Robert Hillock of Warren, James Hillock of East Detroit; several members of Judy’s family including children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 4, at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E.16th St.,  Holland, with Rev. Daniel Roels officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.  Visiting will be one hour prior to the service on Friday.  Memorial contributions may be given to Holland Christian Schools or Hospice of Holland.  www.langelandsterenberg.com.     |
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  Carol Worley, 68, passed away July 30, 2009 in Sacramento, Calif.   Carol was born Jan. 24, 1941 to the late Angela and Earl Lovelly.   Survivors include two sons, Dennis Worley and Wally (Jackie) Worley; three grandchildren, Dennis, Shane and Misty, all of Sacramento; a brother, James (Sally) Lovelly, a sister, Sharon (Bill) Ingalsbe; and many nieces and nephews.   Carol was preceded in death by her parents; and her sisters Bonnie Jean Lovelly, Nancy McDonald and Rosemary Lovelly.   A memorial service was held in Sacramento. A local service is planned at a later time. |
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Carrie Eleanor Pulver, 86, a lifelong Hillsdale County resident, passed away Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater following a three-month battle with kidney disease. She was born Nov. 4, 1922, in Hillsdale, to Eugene and Alta (Burlew) Marsh. She was married Oct. 8, 1942 to Elmer Pulver and he survives. Carrie was a loving mother, devoted wife and a caring friend to all who knew her. Carrie and her husband Elmer established and operated Pulver’s T.V. & Appliance in Hillsdale for over 25 years. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Hillsdale for over 60 years. She was a graduate of Hillsdale High School in 1940. Her current hobbies included baking cookies for her friends and family and raising goats. Surviving besides her husband Elmer of nearly 67 years, are  a son, John (Judi) Pulver of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Laura (Bryan) Sandera of Grand Rapids, James and Douglas Pipenger, both of Galveston, Texas; great-granddaughter, Emilie Sandera; and a sister, Vera Trevathan of Hillsdale. Memorial services for Carrie Pulver will be noon Tuesday, Sept. 8 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hillsdale with Pastor Patti Beckman officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Cecilia A. Ver Hage died Monday, August 31, 2009, at the Atrium at Royal Park at the age of 103.  Funeral and committal services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at First Reformed Church in Zeeland with Reverend Neil Van Heest officiating.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.  Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Charles A. Sykes, 85, of Pittsford, passed away Friday, Aug. 28, 2009 at Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. He was born on Aug. 31, 1923 in Romulus, the son of Anthony and Irene (Hubbard) Sykes. He attended Henry Ford Trade School where a passion for cars was born. He married Charlotte A. Curley on Aug. 5, 1977. She survives. Charles lived in the Romulus area until 1986 when he moved to Pittsford. He worked as a master mechanic and truck driver. Charles enjoyed rebuilding cars from the frame up. Surviving Charles besides his wife, Charlotte are ten children, Suzanne (Gary) Maddio of Defiance, Ohio, Charles Sykes of Albright Shores, Thomas (Tami) Sykes of Saginaw, Glenda (Hiram) Harris of Gladwin, Keith Sykes of Boston, Mass., Tammy (Michael) Kling of Coldwater, Daniel (Brandy) Sykes of Osseo, Theresa (Alvin) Mattson of Cement City, Matthew (Jody) Sykes of Pittsford and Rebecca Sykes of Pittsford; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren;eight brothers and sisters and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and five brothers and sisters.                                                                                 Funeral services for Charles will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Samuel E. Wickard officiating. Cremation will follow. Interment of ashes will be made in Leonardson Cemetery in Pittsford at a later date. Visitation was 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30. Memorials are suggested to the family to help with expenses. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at:www.brownvanhemert.com.   |
• Charlotte Ann Olmstead, 58, of Thompsonville, formerly of Manistee, died Wednesday, Sept. 2. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Bear Lake is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Charlotte Catherine McGlaughlin, a Wyandotte resident for over 67 years,  passed away August 27, 2009, at The Inn at Freedom Village in Holland. She was born August 3, 1913 in St. Clair. Loving wife of the late Nicholas ‘Doyle’ McGlaughlin, MD; and dearest mother of Susan (Stan) Kazul, Mollie (Tom) Weber, Kathy (Rob) McCord, Jane (Dick) Zemba, Michael, Anne (Jim) Sexton, and the late Patrick McGlaughlin, MD. Charlotte was the proud grandmother of 16 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She had five brothers and one sister of whom her brother Charlton ‘Chart’ (Bette) Campbell survives.  A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church on October 24, 2009 at 11 am. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Catholic Charities USA  (www.catholiccharitiesusa) Hospice of Holland (www.hospiceofholland.org) or Corpus Christi Foundation (www.cchollandzeeland.org). Arrangements by R. J. Nixon Funeral Home – Wyandotte. Online obituaries at www.nixonfuneralhome.com.   |
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Clare Perfitt, 72, of Gladwin, passed away at his home on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009. |
DOROTHY A. SKALIMOWSKI SANDUSKY Dorothy A. Skalimowski, age 83, of Sandusky and formerly of Ubly, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2009 at Covenant Cooper in Saginaw. She was born on July 15, 1926 in Detroit to the late Stanley and Julianna (Skowronek) Chmielewski. She married Steve W. Skalimowski on June 16, 1951 at St. Mary Mystical Rose Catholic Church in Armada. He preceded her in death on January 2, 1994. She was a graduate of Capac High School. She formerly lived in Yale and Argyle. She owned the grocery store in Argyle for a couple of years and was a parishioner at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Argyle. She enjoyed traveling, reading and trips to the casino. Dorothy is survived by one daughter, Doreen Smielewski and her husband, Terry of Ubly; two granddaughters, Stephanie Smielewski and Renee Smielewski, both of Ubly; two great granddaughters, Samantha and Jazmin Sweeney, both of Ubly. She was preceded in death by seven brothers and two sisters. The funeral service was held at the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly with Rev. Joseph Griffin, pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Argyle officiating. Burial was in the St. Ignatius Catholic Cemetery in Freiburg. Memorials are requested to the Family Discretionary Fund. Arrangements made by Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Ubly. |
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Thursday, September 3, 2009 11:59 AM |
David A. LaDuke, 49, of Taylor died Tuesday. |
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David C. Wilson, age 66, of Holland, passed away  August 28, 2009 in his home. He was born in Monette, AR, on August 10, 1943, to Miles and Lucille Wilson. He graduated from Madison High School on August 28, 2004. He is survived by his mother, Lucille; two sons, Todd and Eric; five sisters, Naomi, Willma, Carolyn, Mary, Lois and Kattie; seven brothers, John, Gail, Ernest, Chuck, Bo, Hardie and Smokey. He was preceded in death by his father, Miles Wilson; and sister and brother, Nola Fay and Jimmy Wilson. He enjoyed watching and tending to his grandchildren. A memorial service has taken place. |
• Marianna Frey, 9, of Ludington, died of injuries from an automobile accident Friday. Arrangements by the Alexander Rye Funeral Home. ... |
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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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Dolores M. Thomas Lansing Dolores Maxine (Furgala) Thomas, age 79 passed away on September 3, 2009. Dolores was born on June 29, 1930 in DeWitt, MI one of 12 children to John and Cleastus Furgala. She devoted her life to her family and touched each ones heart with love and laughter. She is survived by her daughters, Julia Lunsted and Nancy Stewart, 4 grandchildren, Mathew, Jennifer, Paul and Alana, 2 great-grandchildren, Ashlynn and Emmalynn and 4 sisters, May Bodo, Audrey O'Brien, Sharon Gonzales and Shirley McKensie. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 900 E. Michigan Ave. Interment will follow in Eastlawn Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at the funeral home. |
Dolores Morris May 2, 1917-Aug. 31, 2009 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 11:59 AM |
Dolores Morris, born Dolores Theisen, on May 2, 1917, in Toledo, OH. She passed peacefully with her children and grandchildren at her side on Monday, August 31, 2009 in Carlsbad, Calif. |
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Dolores T. Webster, 82, of Charlevoix, died Sept. 3, 2009, at Boulder Park Terrace Nursing Home in Charlevoix. Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, at Brookside Cemetery in Charlevoix. The Rev. Michael Arp of Family of Faith Ministry will officiate. |
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Donald A. Cook, 89, of Holland, died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, in Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements will be announced by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes Inc., Mulder Chapel. |
Friday, September 4, 2009 11:45 AM |
Donald A. Daniels, 71, of Sanford, died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, in Prudenville from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. |
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Donald Duane Kline, age 73, of Tecumseh, died Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at his home. He was born Nov. 12, 1935, in Detroit to Donald Earl and Marguerite (Porte) Kline. On Dec. 15, 1973, he married Shirley Drews and she survives. Don had been employed as a truck driver and dispatcher for numerous companies. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and his cats and dogs. Don attended the Tecumseh Church of the Nazarene. In addition to his wife, Shirley, he is survived by a son, Donald Kristopher (Angela) Kline of Tecumseh; a daughter, Andrea (Christopher) Sturm of Tecumseh; and five grandchildren, William, Harmony, Ryan and Donald F. Kline and Alexander Sturm. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Donald will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009, at 1 p.m., at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Pastor Rob Lewis officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.  Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee, the Lenawee Humane Society or the American Diabetes Association. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
81, of Springport, auto mechanic, died Wednesday. Memorial services 1 p.m. Sept. 13 at VFW Post 6056, Springport. Arrangements by Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
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Donald "Art" Daniels, 71, of Sanford died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. |
62, of Lansing, died Thursday. Memorial services 3 p.m. today at Capitol City Church of God. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. |
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Tuesday, September 1, 2009 12:07 PM |
Doris A. Brown, age 81, of Lewiston, died Aug. 30, 2009. She was born Jan. 24, 1928 in Pontiac, Mich. The daughter of the late James and Cecelia Clark; wife of the late Robert J. ; mother of Anne Brown, Jane Hicks (Stephen), Kathryn Hornbeck (Mark), Robert J. Brown, II (Sue Harper) and James Richard Brown; grandmother of the late Noellen Huett and Daniel Hornbeck; grandmother of 10; great-grandmother of 14; sister of Marie Page and Helen Clark. |
• Dr. Ford E. Stone, 88, of Manistee, died Thursday, Sept. 3. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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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. |
Saturday, September 5, 2009 2:19 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Edith Loretta Waterman, 80, of 1200 N. Hemlock St., Ironwood, died Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009, at home. |
Saturday, September 5, 2009 10:29 PM |
Edward Paul "Bud" Bolander, 69, of Midland, passed away Friday afternoon, September 4, 2009 at MidMichigan Stratford Village while surrounded by his family. |
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Mrs. Eleanor Ruth French, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009 in her Cambria Township home after a prolonged illness. Mrs. French was born May 10, 1921 in Coloma to Jacob and Jennie Friday, well-known fruit farmers in the Coloma area. On July 13, 1945, she married Thomas R. French, Montgomery. Mr. French passed away in Cambria Township, May 13, 1999. Together they had four children; Dale Thomas (Judy) French of Lawton, Linda died in infancy, Douglas Jacob (Susan) French of Arlington, Va. And Gregory Warren (Kathy) French of Inverness, Ill. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Scott, Craig, Jason, Thomas, Katie and John Patrick and three great-grandchildren, Abbie, Katie and Allie. She is preceded in death by one grandchild, Robert in 2002; three sisters, and a brother. Mrs. French was a home economics teacher in southwest Michigan and Quincy, retiring in 1979. She was also a member of the First United Methodist Church of Hillsdale. Funeral services for Eleanor French will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church of Hillsdale with Pastor Curtis Jensen officiating. Interment will follow at the Maplewood Cemetery in Reading. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First United Methodist Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Saturday, September 5, 2009 3:18 AM |
Elizabeth Jane Tippery, 84, of Monroe died Friday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending at Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes in Monroe. |
Elwood Swenor, affectionately known as "Woody" by his family and many friends, passed away Sept. 1, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
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Eugene W. Barnes Lansing Age 85, passed away September 4, 2009. Eugene "Barney" was born January 18, 1924 in Owosso, Michigan the son of Christian and Grace Barnes. Eugene was a WWII veteran serving in Europe with the 76th Infantry Division, 304th Infantry Regiment. He was a member of Mt. Hope United Methodist Church for over 50 years. He retired from the Michigan Department of Transportation in 1986 after 35 years of service. A loving husband, father, grandfather and friend will be dearly missed by all. Eugene was preceded in death by his infant son, Michael Earl; his parents; brothers, Ilo and Orval; and sisters, Lucile Moree and Beth Barnes. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Marion; children, Thomas (Susan) Barnes of St. Johns, MI and Linda (Victor) Cena of Mason, MI; five very loving grandchildren, Michael, Hayley, Angela, Shelby and Rebecca, who were his pride and joy; his very special nieces and nephews; and special family friend, Dick Ribby. Also a heartfelt thanks to the wonderful nurses and doctors at Sparrow Hospital. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Mt. Hope United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. in Dennis Cemetery in Williamston, MI. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel and from 10-11 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Mt. Hope United Methodist Church. |
Friday, September 4, 2009 2:00 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Evelyn Jeanette Tepsa, 74, of Ironwood, died Aug. 30, 2009, in Duluth, following a brief illness. |
• Dr. Ernest Star Feenstra, 91, of Manistee died Monday, Aug. 31. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
Saturday, September 5, 2009 10:29 PM |
Francis I. Touchtone, 93, of Mecosta, died Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at his daughter's home. |
Saturday, September 5, 2009 6:22 PM |
GATES, FRANK E.; 78; died Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at Munson Medical Center. |
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Frank “Art” Capper, age 81 years, of Hudson passed away Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. Art was born Nov. 4, 1927, in Hudson, the son of Frank and Irma (Trautwein) Capper. He graduated from Hudson High School in 1944. He served in the U. S. Air Force after high school. Art married Betty Lou Price on Jan. 23, 1952, in Adrian. She survives. He was a lifelong dairy farmer and served as Hudson Township supervisor since 1972. Art was a member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church, Hudson Center Grange, where he held most offices, Lenawee County Pomona Grange, Michigan State Grange, National Grange and Hudson Barbershoppers. His service to the community is going to be sincerely missed. Surviving Art besides his wife, Betty, are two daughters, Linda (James) Gutierrez of Hudson and Sarah (Kevin) Salamin of Lakeland, Fla.; five grandchildren, Lucas, Bryan, Joshua and Emily Gutierrez and Aubrey Salamin; two great-grandchildren, Wyatt and Bryce Gutierrez; sister-in-law Doris Capper of Cleveland; and brother-in-law Glenn Jacob of Adrian. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Wayne; two brothers, Roy and John Capper; and sister, Hazel Jacob. Funeral Services for Art will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, 2009, at the Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Hudson with Pastor Troy Neujahr officiating. Cremation will follow. Private interment of ashes will be made in Maple Grove Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson. Memorials are suggested to Our Saviour Lutheran Church or Great Lakes Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Franklin A. Foutch, age 84, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, Aug. 28, 2009 at his residence with his family by his side. |
Gary L. Biddinger St. Johns Gary L. Biddinger died Thursday, September 3, 2009 at the age of 68. He was born on April 18, 1941 at the family home in Pompeii, Michigan the son of Clayton & Marjorie (Dufflo) Biddinger. Gary graduated from Rodney B. Wilson High School in St. Johns with the Class of 1959 and received his associate's degree at LCC. He is an U.S. Air Force veteran and owned and operated St. Johns Oil Co. and Gary's Heating for several years. He received his pilot license for single engine aircraft in 1968, worked on Clinton Area Ambulance as an EMT and taught heating & cooling at LCC part time for 25 years. Gary served on the St. Johns Fire Department for 15 years obtaining the rank of Assistant Chief and loved all the friendships shared with department members and families. He worked for Lansing Building and Safety and was chief mechanical inspector for the City of Lansing for 20 years until his retirement. Gary served for 6 years under appointment by Governors Engler and Granholm to the State Mechanical Board of Review (usually only a 2 year appointment). He was an active voting member of the State Mechanical Inspectors Association and served on various committees of the association. Gary enjoyed deer hunting and spending time with the "Biddinger Boys" at hunting camp near Cass City, Michigan. Surviving are sons Dr. Alan (Dr. Michelle) Biddinger of Troy, MI, and Trevor Biddinger of St. Johns; daughter, Cheryl (Geoffrey) George of Cedar Springs, MI; grandchildren, Elaina and Aaron Biddinger, Sean and Mitchell (Stacey) Smith, Johnathan and Bryant Pontius; three great grandchildren; brother, Richard (Alice) Biddinger of Caro, MI; sister, Kathleen (Michael) Verlinde of St. Johns. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns 989-224-4422 with Pastor Scott Seelhoff and Pastor Dan Cameron officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday, September 8, 2009, 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 9:00 a.m. until service time. Memorials may be given to Sonshine Community Church, 2615 N. Ovid Rd. Ovid, MI 48866. |
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George E. Miller, 76, of Ottawa Lake passed away Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, at Lake Park Hospital in Sylvania. George was born on Jan. 18, 1933, in Whiteford Township, the son of Orville and Ruth (Goetz) Miller, and was married on June 28, 1952, to Dorothy Anteau. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Korean War, and worked 30 years as a truck driver for Freightway, retiring in 1985. Following retirement, George ran a lawn and custodial service with the help of his grandchildren. George and Dorothy enjoyed traveling and shopping for antiques, and George also enjoyed meeting his friends at McDonald’s. He loved animals, was often seen at local parades with his ponies and buggy. George was a member of the Teamsters Local #20 in Toledo, and of the American Legion Post #325 in Blissfield. Surviving are three sons, Terry (Barb) Miller of Ypsilanti, Glen (Becky) Miller of Sylvania, Ohio, and Doug (Debby) Miller of Petersburg; one sister, Doris Cantrell of Dayton, Ohio; six grandchildren, Jeremy (Abbie) Miller, Sarah Miller, Andrew Miller, Doug (Hollie) Miller Jr., Derrick Miller and Deann Miller; and three great-grandchildren, Madalyn Miller, Emma Miller and Parker Miller. George was preceded in death by his parents, wife Dorothy, and a grandson, Daniel Miller. Funeral services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. Burial will follow at Riga Cemetery. Visiting hours will be Friday from 2 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Daniel Patrick Miller Scholarship Fund or to Promedica Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the Tagsold Funeral Home. |
George E. Miller Jan. 18, 1933-Sept. 2, 2009 Thursday, September 3, 2009 11:58 AM |
Ottawa Lake, MI: George E. Miller, 76, of Ottawa Lake, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at Lake Park Hospital in Sylvania. |
George H. Hudson, of Portland, age 102, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009., |
102, of Portland, died Thursday. Visitation 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at Church of the Nazarene, Portland. Arrangements by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland. |
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Grace A. Licht, 87, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009, which also would have been her 70th wedding aniversary. |
91, of Ithaca, retired farmer, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Sunday at Barden Funeral Home, Ithaca. |
Harold E. Gainforth 1918-2009 Harold E. Gainforth, 91, Unionville, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2009. He was born in Unionville on July 10, 1918, son of the late Charles and Florence (Hutchinson) Gainforth. On October 25, 1937, he married Margaret Saelens. Harold served with the U.S. Navy during World War II during the Pearl Harbor invasion. He retired in 1979 from Down Chemical Company in Bay City, where he was with the plastic line pipe division. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and gardening. He was a member of American Legion Post 421 in Unionville. He is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Margaret; children, Roger H. (Priscilla) Gainforth, Unionville and Priscilla (James) Gokey, Unionville; nine grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; sister, Ellamay Miller, Bay City and sister-in-law, Pauline Gainforth, Unionville. He was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Milford Gainforth, Charles Jr., Emery Gainforth, Orval Gainforth Sr., Oral Gainforth, Ethel Gainforth, Olive Morris, Ella Mae Miller, Raphael "Ray" Gainforth, Elmer Gainforth, Alfred Gainforth, Mable Southgate and Martha Rigole. Funeral services were held on Friday, August 28, 2009 at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment took place in Hickory Island Cemetery. The family has suggested memorials to Holy Family Church. Arrangements were handled by the Unionville Funeral Chapel, Unionville. |
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Helen and #147;Betty and #148; Gay, 80, of Brownstown Township died Monday at home. Arrangements by Ford Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Rockwood. |
Helen and #8220;Betty and #8221; Gay May 31, 1929- Wednesday, September 2, 2009 12:18 PM |
Helen "Betty" Gay, age 80 of Brownstown, died August 31, 2009 in her home. |
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Hope E. Conrad, 65, of Gladwin, died peacefully at home on Friday, Aug. 28, 2009, after a long illness. |
Howard D. Lambrix Oct. 21, 1933- Tuesday, September 1, 2009 12:31 PM |
Howard D. Lambrix, age 75, of South Rockwood, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2009 at Applewood Nursing Home in Trenton, MI. He had been seriously ill for the past two months. |
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  Howard Roland Becks, 85, peacefully passed away at the Washington Soldiers Home and Colony in Orting, Wash. on Sun­day, Jan. 4, 2009. A graveside memorial service for both Howard and Jean will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at the Lakeview Cemetery located west of Mackinaw City. Quincy Leslie Sr. of Cheboygan will offi­ciate at the service.   Relatives and friends are most welcome to attend.   Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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76, of Eaton Rapids, died Thursday. Graveside services 1 p.m. Sunday at Tompkins Cemetery, Tompkins Center. Arrangements by Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
JACK TAYLOR BROWN CITY Jack Taylor, age 87, of Brown City, died Monday, August 24, 2009. He was born October 16, 1921 in Albion, Michigan, the son of Earl and Vina Taylor. He graduated from Brown City High School. Jack married Ardith Marle (Larsen) Payne on January 14, 1956. He was a farmer and a heavy equipment operator for International Union of Operating Engineers Local 324. Jack loved to be outside working or just enjoying being outdoors. He was a long time member of the Brown City United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ardith Taylor; two children, Patricia L. Barr of Bay City and Gloria (Leonard) Reou of Attica; one son-in-law, Charles (Danielle) Cahoon and five grandchildren, James (Ann Marie), Jeffrey, Eric, Beth and Johnathon "JT", four great-grandchildren and two sisters, Barbara Clark and Betty Finley. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Vicki. A funeral service was held at the Carman Funeral Home in Brown City. Memorials may be made to United Hospice, Marlette or the Brown City United Methodist Church. Arrangements made by Carman Funeral Home, Brown City. |
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JOHN CAUGHEL FLORIDA John Caughel, age 61, St. Augustine, Florida, formerly of Peck, died Thursday, August 27, 2009. He was born December 27, 1947 in Goodells, Michigan, the son of Willard and Mary (Odle) Caughel. He and Jewel Dove were married August 1, 1994. John was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. Surviving are his wife, Jewel; two daughters, Megan of St. Augustine and Tina (Rob) Ayers of Sarnia, Ontario; his mother, Mary Caughel; two sisters, Donna (Don) Hartel and Gloria Dove; one sister-in-law, Cindy Caughel, all of Applegate; one brother-in-law, Jim Dove of Peck; five grandchildren, Tomas, Austin, Kiera, Nicole and Hunter; many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Stacy; his father, Willard; one brother, Dale; mother and father-in-law, Hazel and Oscar Dove; one brother-in-law, Ralph Dove and one granddaughter, Stacie Lyn. A memorial service will be held at 2 P.M. Friday, September 4, at the Applegate Wesleyan Church with The Rev. Lyle Reynolds officiating. Visitation will follow the memorial service in the Friendship Hall at the Church until 8 P.M. Friday. Memorials may be made to the family. Arrangements made by the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell. |
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  Jack Feuerstein, 85, Mackinaw City, passed away late Sunday evening at his home.    Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the Lake View Cemetery in Mackinaw City, with Sister Chris Herald officiating.   Military honors will be provided by the Mackinaw City Legion Post. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune. |
Jack L. Simon 1931-2009 Jack Lee Simon, 77, Bad Axe, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2009 at his home in Bad Axe. He was born on October 3, 1931 in Hazel Park, son of the late Albert and Genevieve (Stevens) Simon. He married Luella "Dolly" Griffin on March 1, 1950 in Hazel Park. He is survived by his wife, Dolly Simon, Bad Axe; two sons, Jack (Annie) Simon Jr., Bad Axe and Danny Simon, Bad Axe; one daughter, Barbara (Bob) Velliquette, Bad Axe; one brother, Albert (Theresa) Simon, Fla.; six grandchildren, Jason (Richelle) Simon, Jennifer Simon, Joshua Simon, Justin (Sarah) Maas, Stefanie Maas and Katie Velliquette and two great-grandchildren, Cody Talaski and Madison Jeanette Maas. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Jeanette Maas; a sister, Marguerite Brockham and a brother, Robert Simon. Services were held on Saturday, August 29, 2009 at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Burial took place in the Colfax Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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James Frank Riske lost his long battle with MS on Aug. 25, 2009. |
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James Joseph Bachorowski, age 62, of Sturgis, Mich.,  passed away Aug. 29, 2009 at his home. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, Mich. Memorial donations may be directed to the family. Envelopes are available at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes - Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091.   |
James O. Philpot July 14, 1914-Aug. 29, 2009 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 12:18 PM |
James O. Philpot, 95, passed away at 5:25 am Saturday, August 29, 2009 in Baltimore, Maryland. He had been ill for several weeks. |
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75, of Lansing, died Wednesday. Services 10 a.m. today at Delta Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. |
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77, of Bannister, Federal Mogul employee, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie Chapel. |
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ATLANTA -- John Joseph "Jack" Desotelle, 70, of Ellijay, Ga., died Aug. 31, 2009, at Emory Hospital in Atlanta. |
79, of Lansing, retired Speaker, Hines & Thomas lithographer, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Tiffany Funeral Home. |
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John M. Malavolti John M. Malavolti, age 60, a resident of Sterling Heights, passed away September 3, 2009. He was born November 17, 1948, in Detroit, Mich. Beloved husband of the late Linda (nee Leach 2008) for 37 cherished years. Proud father of Todd (Darcy) and Kurt (Holly). Loving grandfather of Matthew Red and Maxwell John. Dear brother of the late Henry. Also survived by his brother-in-law Daniel (Ginger) Leach, niece Alexis and nephew Jason. Visitation Sunday 6-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. rosary service. Funeral Tuesday 10 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd.). Interment Christian Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions in John's honor would be appreciated to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Michigan or to the American Cancer Society. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at WujekCalcaterra.com |
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John Malosh, 66, of Tupelo, Miss., formerly of Sanford, died Monday afternoon, Aug. 31, 2009, at the North Mississippi Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. |
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Josephus Edward Palmer, 63, of Litchfield, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, at home. He was born Feb. 9, 1946 in Battle Creek the son of John and Donna (Niswander) Palmer, Sr. Joe graduated from Hillsdale High School and belonged to the Jonesville Eagles Lodge. His hobbies included fishing, karaoke, singing, playing his guitar and. especially, spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Linda Sue (Adair) Palmer whom he married May 29, 1971; one daughter, Donna Jean Bidelman of Fort Wayne, Ind.; one sister, Nancy Palmer of Reading; one brother, James (Kathy) Palmer of Florida; two half-sisters, Martha Hernandez of Atlanta, Ga., Amanda Crowder of Jackson; half-brother, John Palmer, Jr. of Germany; three grandchildren, Melissa Scivoletti, Mathew Bidelman and Melanie Bidelman; three great-grandchildren, Alexis Palmer-Scivoletti, Edward P. Scivoletti III, and Trevor J. J. Hegeman. His parents and niece, Amy preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Michael Murray officiating. Interment will following Berg Cemetery, Montgomery. Visitation is scheduled 11 a.m. Saturday until time of service. Memorials to the family would be appreciated. |
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Judy Jacokes, 71, of Gaylord, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. Judy was born Aug. 27, 1938, in Jackson, Mich., the daughter of Bruce and Edna (Woods) Jacokes. |
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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.   |
Kathryn Elizabeth Guy, of Lake Odessa, passed away Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009 at Pennock Hospital at the age of 88. |
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Kenneth M. Garlets, 70, of Howe, Ind., died Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at Goshen Hospital in Goshen, Ind. Visitation will be on Sunday, September 6, 209 from 2-6 p.m. Sunday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, Ind. where services are at 11 a.m. Monday. Burial will be in English Prairie Cemetery in Howe.   |
58, of Lansing, died Aug. 31. Graveside services 11 a.m. Tuesday at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. |
50, of Edmore, bookkeeper, died Wednesday. Services 2 p.m. today at Faith United Methodist Church, Edmore. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis Chapel. |
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  Kirk H. Mankin, 42, Cheboygan, passed away Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009 at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.   Visitation will be Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009 from 4­8 p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home with a scrip­ture service at 7 p.m. The funeral mass will be cele­brated on Friday, Sept. 4, 2009 at 11 a.m. at St.   Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church, with the Rev. Paul Megge officiating. Burial will take place in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.   Memorial contributions in Kirk’s name may be directed to Bishop Baraga School. Those wishing to share condolences and memories of Kirk are invit­ed to sign and online register book at www.stonefu­neralhomeinc.com.   Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- LaVerne I. King, 79, of 655 Sutherland St., Ironwood, died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, in Ironwood. |
59, of East Lansing, former City of East Lansing public service supervisor, died Wednesday. Memorial services 1 p.m. today at Grange Acres Clubhouse, Haslett. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home, Lansing. |
A memorial gathering for Larry Lee Roth of Charlevoix will take place at noon Wednesday, Sept. 9, at The Weathervane in Charlevoix. Lunch will be served. |
Larry M. Drumheller, Sr. Lansing Larry, age 69, lost his battle with cancer on August 31, 2009. He was born August 19, 1940 in Lansing the son of Emerson and Vivian Drumheller. He retired from the City of Lansing and Rowerdink Inc. and was a member of the Lansing City Cribbage League. Larry was preceded in death by his father, Emerson and wife Georgia. He is survived by his mother, Vivian; 4 children, Alicia Wickner, Brian Wickner, Larry (Tammy) Jr., and James; grandchildren, BrieAnne Wickner, Kelsey, Zachary and Chase Drumheller, Shawna, Jamie and MacKenzie Drumheller, and Joshua Clarke; brother, Gary (Elizabeth); 2 sisters, Dolly (Ed) Lott and Holly Benoit; and lots of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. A memorial gathering will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Memorial donations may be made to McLaren Hospice. |
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Lawrence Edward Birkholz, 71, of Fennville, died Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009, at his home. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday in Fennville Cemetery.   |
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Lewis Sovereen, 83, of Midland, died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, at his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. |
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AURORA, Colo. -- Lois J. Last, 78, of Aurora, died peacefully on Aug. 24, 2009, after a lengthy illness in Aurora. |
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MELVIN and #147;BUDDY BOY and #148; PREE Wednesday, September 2, 2009 12:02 PM |
Additional information has been received for Melvin and #147;Buddy Boy and #148; Pree, 73, of Monroe, who died Aug. 28, 2009. |
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Mabel Schebor, 89, of Midland, died Sunday afternoon, Aug. 30, 2009, at the home of her daughter. |
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Marcella Defena Myers, age 85, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital. She was born March 22, 1924, in LaGrange, Ind., a daughter to the late William and Grace Kerns. Marcella was first married to Elton Barkman and after his passing she married Harold Myers.  He also preceded her in death. She had been employed by Doer Products in Burr Oak, Mich., for 28 years and was a member for 34 years of the Sturgis Moose Lodge and the Capt. John J. Kelley V.F.W. Post #1355. She enjoyed playing Bingo, playing cards, crossword puzzles, needlepoint, collecting rabbits, and being with people, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving are three children, Alta Kane and Glenna Michielsen, both of Burr Oak,  and Ivan (Dixie) Barkman of Bronson, Mich.; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Leola Middleton of Coldwater; two brothers, Herbert Kerns of LaGrange, Ind., and William (Louise) Kerns of Burr Oak. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; seven sisters, and five brothers. The family will receive friends and relatives from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes - Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091. Services celebrating the life of Marcella D. Myers will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, in the funeral home with Pastor Michael Cary, officiating.  Graveside services will follow in Burr Oak Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the family, envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.     |
Thursday, September 3, 2009 2:40 AM |
HURLEY, Wis. -- Marcella Marie Sawaski, 91, a longtime Wakefield, Mich., resident, died quietly Monday evening, Aug. 31, 2009, in Hurley. |
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Margaret J. Roberts, age 82, of Manitou Beach, passed away on Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at the Provincial House of Adrian. She was born on June 22, 1927, in Northville, Mich., to Theron H. and Cecil A. (Johnston) Elting. She married Walter S. Roberts in 1947 and he preceded her in death in 1954.  Margaret was raised in Northville and then she lived in the Manitou Beach area for many years. She graduated from Addison High School in 1945. She then graduated from nursing school at Jackson Community College. Margaret was the Head Nurse at Addison Hospital, where she was the Hospital Administrator and Director of Nursing, and she also worked for Dr. Growt’s office for several years. She then worked at Ypsilanti State Hospital and then at the Lenawee County Medical Care Facility in Adrian for several years, retiring in 1993. She was a member of the O.E.S. Faith Chapter #217 of Addison.  Surviving are two daughters, Linda J. Reaster and her significant other, Randy Parkhurst, of Manitou Beach, and Karen A. (David) Elting of Columbus, Ohio; six grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter, one grandson and four brothers. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Rob Corbin officiating. The visitation will be from 10 a.m., until the time of the service on Tuesday. Cremation will follow. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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Marian J. (Maciejewski) Reder, 97, of Auburn, died Saturday afternoon, Aug. 29, 2009, at Bay Shores Rehabilitation Center. |
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Marilyn K. Lang, age 67,  of West Olive, passed away August 29, 2009. A service to celebrate Marilyn’s life will be  on Wednesday, September 2 at 1:00 p.m. at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home– Van Strien Creston Chapel, 1833 Plainfield NE, Grand Rapids, where relatives and friends may visit with her family for one hour prior to the service.   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. |
Thursday, September 3, 2009 2:45 AM |
MELLEN, Wis. -- Mario "Joe" Bravatto, 65, of 410 3rd Ave. So., Southgate Village, Hurley, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009, at Mellen Manor Nursing Home in Mellen. |
51, of Owosso, phlebotomist, died Tuesday as the result of an accident. Services 7 p.m. Thursday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Owosso. Arrangements by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. |
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Marlin D. “Doc” Pish, 82, of Camden, passed away Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind. He was born Dec. 21, 1926 in Camden Township to Joseph G. and Jennie (Canfield) Pish and graduated from Reading High School. Doc was an auctioneer, farmer and had also worked in the oil business. A successful entrepreneur, he knew everyone and will be remembered for calling everyone “Doc”. He loved the land, life surrounding his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and was proud that he never knew a stranger. Survivors include one daughter, Patti Tollas of Bronson; one son, Gerl D. (Katrina) Pish of Reading; two sisters,  Ruby E. Bok of Camden, Doris June Pish of Camden; seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. His parents preceded him in death. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with interment following in Berg Cemetery, Montgomery. Visitation is scheduled 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice. |
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Marsha A. Podlasek Marsha A. Podlasek, age 59. September 3, 2009. Beloved wife of Richard. Dear sister of Bill (Cheryl) Upina and sister-in-law of Sophie (Wayne) Stephens, Patricia (Robert) Krygier and Rose (Gene) Pencak. Dear daughter of the late William and Martha Upina. Daughter-in-law of Sophie Podlasek. Loving aunt of Charlie, Katie, Michael and Joslyn Upina and many more loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover) Warren. Instate Monday 9 a.m. until Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Church, 31555 Hoover Road (north of 13 Mile), Warren. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com |
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Martha Jean Landwehr, of Luther, died Wednesday morning, Aug. 5, 2009 at Mercy Hospital in Cadillac. She was 71. She was born in Three Rivers Dec. 13, 1937, to Ralph and Katherine (Eldredge) Meyers. She graduated from Quincy High School. She had been employed at Hudson Metal in Hudson, SKD in Jonesville, and at Countryside Care Center in Jackson. She enjoyed reading, traveling, watching soap operas, and collecting cookie jars and pig figurines. She married Leslie G. Landwehr Aug. 1, 1981, in Cement City, and he survives her along with her son, Vernon Waite, Hudson; seven stepchildren: Ann Thomas, Allegan, Mary (Jack) Murray, Parma, Gerald Landwehr, Brooklyn, Mich., Robert (Virginia) Landwehr, Adrian, Shirley (Dave) VandenBussche, St. Clair Shores, Debbie (Paul) Adams, Taylor, and Barbara (Louie) Snyder, Morenci; 17 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Geraldine Huffman, Hudson, and Janet (John) Pfeiffer, Toledo. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother Leslie Meyers. A memorial dinner will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 at Brooklyn American Legion Home, Brooklyn, Mich. |
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  Mary Jo Clouser, 86, Cheboy­gan, passed away early Monday morning Aug. 31, 2009 at Tender­care of Cheboygan, where she has been a resident for the past several years.   Cremation has taken place and no services are planed at this time. Nordman Funeral Home is caring for the family.   Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Mary Lou Pfeiffer (Funk), age 63, of Zeeland died Wednesday, September 2, 2009.  Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents, Gerard and Louise Funk; brother, James Funk; and sister, Theresa Pelgrim.  She was a member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church.  She is survived by her husband, Jim; daughters, Carrie Pfeiffer and Andrea Pfeiffer; brothers and sisters, Rosalene Burd of Kentwood, Eugene Funk of Seattle, WA, Bernard and Deb Funk of Dorr, Gary and Bonnie Funk of Dorr, Raymond and Kathy Funk of Dorr, Patricia and Don Van Wagner of Dorr, Susan Gruis of Kalamazoo, Deborah and Mike Valenti of Allegan; in-laws, Sue Ann Funk of Byron Center, Clayton and Marilyn Pfeiffer of Grandville, Alfred and Trudie Pfeiffer of Byron Center; aunts, uncles and many nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be  11:30 a.m. Friday at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday at  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in North Holland Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland or St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.   |
MaryAnn (Hayes) Butler July 10, 1938-Aug. 10, 2009 Friday, September 4, 2009 12:01 PM |
MaryAnn Butler of Pleasanton, California died Monday August 10, 2009 after a three-year battle with cancer. |
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Mattie Troyer, age 95, of Colon, passed away Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009, at her home. Mattie was born Jan. 18, 1914, in Reno County, Kan., a daughter to the late Mose P. and  Susan (Miller) Miller. On June 18, 1933, she married Reuben J. Troyer in Conway, Kan. He preceded her in death on March 25, 1980. Mattie had made her home in rural Colon since 1962 coming from Oklahoma. She was a homemaker and enjoyed making quilts.  Mattie was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She is survived by five daughters, Sue Cole of Colon, Mary (Lonnie) Miller of Rutherford, Tenn., Kate (Marvin) Schlabach of Sturgis, Ann Hostetler of Colon, and Marty (Dave) Chiddister of Colon; three sons, Harry R. Troyer of Burr Oak, Mose R. (Ruth) Troyer of Mendon and Junior (Sue ) Troyer of Colon; adopted children, Truman and Susan Bontrager of Colon; 33 grandchildren and 82 great-grandchildren; one brother, Harvey Miller of Anthony Kan.; one sister, Mary Hershberger of Millersburg, Ind.; four half brothers, Harry, Mose, Reuben and Henry Miller all of Ohio; one half sister, Rachel Girod of New York; two step sisters, Mattie Stutzman and Susie Wengerd; one step-brother Levi Hershberger, all of Ohio, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son, David Troyer; six grandchildren; son-in-law, Murl Cole; daughter-in-law, Josie Troyer; adopted son-in-law, Wilbur Schmucker; two brothers and three sisters. The family will receive relatives and friends all day today at the Double M. Building, 59321 Nottawa Rd., one mile north of Nottawa. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Double M Building with Bishop’s Marvin Yoder and Clarence Miller officiating. Burial will follow at the Old Order Amish Cemetery Centreville, Mich. If desired, the family suggest memorials be made to Hospice of Sturgis. Envelopes will be available at the Double M Building or at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD.  in Colon. |
Tuesday, September 1, 2009 12:32 PM |
Max E. Martin, 71, of Petersburg died Monday at Toledo Hospital. Arrangements by Capaul Funeral Home, Ida. |
Max Ernest Martin July 1, 1938-Aug. 31, 2009 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 12:19 PM |
Max Ernest Martin, 71 yrs, of Petersburg, died Monday in Toledo Hospital Emergency Room. |
Melvin and #147;Buddy Boy and #148; Pree Oct. 25, 1935-Aug. 28, 2009 Tuesday, September 1, 2009 12:31 PM |
Melvin "Buddy Boy" Pree, 73 years, of Monroe, MI went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 8:45 AM at Medilodge Nursing Facility after a lengthy battle with cancer. |
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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. |
72, of Nashville, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Nashville Baptist Church. Arrangements by Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. |
Nellie A. Simpson, age 98 of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009 at MidMichigan Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. |
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Other deaths William H. Deering, age 58, of Oakland Township, Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home, Romeo |
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Patricia Jean Deak, 53, of Fish Lake in White Pigeon, Mich., died Aug. 30, 2009, at Heartland Health Care Hospice in Three Rivers following a two-year illness. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Services are at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in White Pigeon with the Rev. Richard Altine officiating. Arrangements were handled by the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon.   |
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MARQUETTE, Mich. -- Patricia J. Mattson, 76, of Bessemer, died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, in Marquette. |
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65, of Mason, died Friday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason. |
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One of the grandmothers' names was listed incorrectly in Pfc. Eric W. Hario's obituary printed Friday. Her name is Colleen Hario. |
Pfc. Eric W. Hario Dec. 9, 1989- Aug. 29, 2009 Friday, September 4, 2009 2:28 PM |
Pfc. Eric W. Hario, 19, of Monroe, died August 29, 2009 in Afghanistan, while serving his first deployment in support of the War on Terror. |
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Priscilla M. McElmurry, 88, passed away Jan. 27, 2009, at her daughter’s home. She was born on Aug 7, 1920, in the Chicago area, the daughter of James and Priscilla Gibb of Lansing. On Aug. 17, 1940, she married Daryl McElmurry. Priscilla was preceded in death by her son, Daryl Gibb McElmurry, her husband Daryl H. McElmurry and her granddaughter Daryl K. McElmurry. Her surviving children are Thomas McElmurry (Denise) of Texas, Priscilla Young (Ken) of Livonia, Melissa Rippee of Jackson and her daughter-in-law Phyllis McElmurry. She was fortunate to have nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Priscilla loved gardening, sewing, needlepoint, reading, golf and the quiet of the countryside. A memorial service was held at her home where her loving presence was felt by all. We all miss her. Interment will be in Waldron Cemetery at a later date. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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A takeover of the Southern Michigan Railroad Society is in the works. A group of local community members and business people was formed recently with a goal of taking over leadership of the railroad society, said spokesman Charles Gross, a Tecumseh attorney. The railroad society owns tracks that stretch from Clinton south through Tecumseh and into Raisin Township. About 180 people have recently signed up as new members of the railroad society, said Gross. Their votes in the railroad society’s annual meeting in November could give the group a majority on the 10-member board of directors, he said. Dissatisfaction has been simmering for years with the way the railroad society works with businesses, local governments and owners of property adjacent to the tracks, said Gross. Gross represented local businessman A.J. Brown in a lawsuit against the railroad society last year to gain approval for a crossing for a home on property Brown owns in Raisin Township. Gross said some businesses and the city of Tecumseh have also had trouble with easements for track crossings. “They’ve been a difficult group to work with in this community,” Gross said. “I hope they’ll be receptive to change,” he said.  “We tried to have this be a diverse group,” Gross said. New members included several business leaders, and all are from the local area, he said. Railroad society president Cynthia Given did not return a telephone call or respond to an e-mail seeking comment. A recorded message at the ticket office in Clinton says there are currently no excursion trips available because the locomotive is broken down. The lack of a working train to carry paying tourists is a symptom of the malaise the railroad society has been suffering in recent years, said Mark Dobronski, president of the Adrian and Blissfield Rail Road. Dobronski said he was asked by the group that Gross represents for advice on revitalizing the volunteer railroad service. “It needs a quadruple bypass and we’re here to give to them,” Dobronski said. He said he believes it is not too late to salvage the deteriorating tracks, get the locomotives and cars back in working order and make the museum in Clinton a viable attraction. For years, newsletters from the railroad society have complained about a lack of volunteers and money to keep the venture alive. “It’s because they’ve never tried to grow,” Dobronski said. Now there is a group of people willing to do something, he said, that could save the track system from being lost. “Their tracks are in abysmal condition,” Dobronski said. None of the railroad society’s three locomotives are in working condition. And cars they have used for tourist excursions need repair, he said. “I have safety concerns about what they’re riding on out there,” he said. The Hoosier Valley Railroad Society in Indiana and the Kentucky Railroad Museum near Louisville are examples of successful volunteer railroad organizations, he said. Bringing in new leadership and a large body of volunteers can turn things around for the Southern Michigan Railroad Society, he said. “I think it’s going to be positive change. The idea is to fix it and make it grow,” he said. “The right people are in the right place to take this forward.” |
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Raymond Chaussee, 101, of Midland, died Saturday, September 5, 2009 at Stratford Village. |
76, of Lansing, died Aug. 29. Graveside services 4 p.m. Tuesday at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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Rev. John D. Rozeboom, 93, of Springfield, Ohio, died Sunday, August 30, 2009, fittingly at 11 a.m. |
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Richard Robert Safstrom of Pioneer, Ohio passed away Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, at Hillside Country Living in Bryan, Ohio. He was born Jan. 3, 1925 in Liberty, Penn., the son of Axel and Genevieve (Stickles) Safstrom. He is survived by his wife, of 38 years, Phyllis Saftsrom whom he married on Dec. 11, 1970; three step-children, Gail Ann (Mark) Maier of Pittsford, Douglas (Lori) Borton of Britton, and Peggy Moor of Whitehouse, Ohio; 10 step-grandchildren; and six step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one step-daughter, Deborah King. Mr. Safstrom served his country in the United States Army during World War II and he was the former owner of Merry Lake restaurant in Camden. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Richard Robert Safstrom will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 1 p.m. Saturday. Interment will take place in the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association or to Hillside Country Living. |
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Richard T. Beaupré died on Sept. 1, 2009, at the age of 61. Rick was born in 1947 to Harold and Elizabeth Beaupré. He attended Michigan Technological University and earned several degrees in engineering, including a master's degree in civil engineering. |
Friday, September 4, 2009 2:01 AM |
MARQUETTE, Mich. -- Robert A. Sodervick, 77, of 410 3rd Ave. So., Southgate Village, Hurley, Wis., died Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at Marquette General Hospital in Marquette. |
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Robert W. Rock, 58, of Reading, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, in Jonesville. He was born Sept. 6, 1950, in Coldwater, the son of Stanley and Ruby (Partlow) Rock. Bob worked at the Jonesville Market for the past six years and was previously employed at United Oil Co. He was a 1969 graduate of Coldwater High School, attended Kellogg Community College, and served briefly in the military service. Bob supported Reading athletics and enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Kathy (Newell) Rock, whom he married July 10, 1976; one daughter, Lisa Sparagowski of Homer; two sons, Chad (Lindsey) Rock of Coldwater, Ryan Rock of Reading; one sister, Sherry Smith of Lisle, Ill.; one brother, James Rock of Kalamazoo; and four grandchildren. His parents preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Don Lee officiating. Visitation is scheduled 11 a.m. Tuesday until time of service. Memorials may be directed to a charity of one’s choice. |
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Roberta Taylor, age 65, of Adrian died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009, at Toledo Hospital. Roberta was born Nov. 10, 1943, in Adrian to Robert and Irene Decker. She was a 1961 graduate of Clinton High School. She married George Taylor on May 1, 1992, in Toledo. He preceded her in death on July 29, 2009. Roberta was a member of the Bethany Assembly of God Church. She loved spending time with her family and cooking. All Roberta wanted was to see people smile. She enjoyed traveling and seeing the sights, and she liked to watch the birds and squirrels on their feeders. Roberta is survived by one son, Scott Remily of Adrian; one step-son, Arlee Smith of Salt Lake City, Utah; one step-daughter, Mary Ibrahim of Ft. Worth, Texas; a cousin, Minota Fox of Battle Creek; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her father. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services for Roberta will be held on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Bethany Assembly of God Church with Pastor Chris Clinchard officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until time of service at Bethany Assembly of God Church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Roberta Taylor. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Roman Kurzawski, age 79, of Colon, passed away Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at his home after several months of failing health. Roman was born July 13, 1930, a son to the late Gregory and Lucy Kurzawski. On Jan. 9, 1954, he married Margaret E. Thatch in Louisville, Ky. and she preceded him in death on Dec. 18, 2000. Roman had served in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1951 to 1953. He had made his home in Colon since 1969 coming from Harvey, Ill. Roman had worked for the former Kirsch Company of Sturgis from 1970 until his retirement in 1992. Roman was a life time Chicago Cub’s & Bear’s fan, he also enjoyed bingo, fishing, golf, casinos, and hand crafts. He is survived by one daughter, Sherri (C.J.) Haisman of Colon; one son, Michael L. (Stephanie) Kurzawski of Ceresco; five grandchildren, Jeffery and Jessica Wilder, Kristy Jopek and Katie and Gregory Kurzawski; four great-grandchildren, Denise, McKenzie, Marek and Brooke; two sisters, Stella Malesh of Colon and Virginia Stockey of Chicago, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters. There will be no visitations, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 11 a.m. at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon with Mr. David J. Farrell officiating. |
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Ronald Roy Schrock, age 57‚ of Centreville passed away Friday, Aug. 28, 2009, at his home. He was born in LaGrange, Ind., on May 10, 1952, a son of Roy D. and Rachael  I. (Hershberger) Schrock. Ron graduated from Centreville High School in 1970 and attended Glen Oaks Community College for two years. On Nov. 6, 1971, Ron married Florence M. Hagelgans  in Centreville. Together they have been foster parents for the last 23 years. Ron worked at the Michigan Milk Producers Association in Constantine for 33 years. Surviving Ron are his wife Florence M. Schrock, Centreville; daughters, Heather Schrock of Constantine, Casey (Kyle) Murk of Mannheim, Germany, MaKayla Schrock and Chylynn Schrock, both of Centreville; sons Ronald (Becky) Schrock, Jr. of Yukon, Okla., Rick (Marion) Schrock of Three Rivers, Karter Schrock, Aidan Schrock and Branson Schrock, all of Centreville; his mother, Rachael Ake of Sturgis; nine grandchildren; sister, Margo (Larry) Klein of Three Rivers; and brothers Alan (Rita) Ake of Sturgis and Donald (Robin) Ake of Edwardsburg. He was preceded in death by his father; sister, Peggy Price and brother, Max Ake. Relatives and friends will be receivedfrom 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville. Religious services will be held at Centreville United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Tuesday with Rev. Dr. Karin Orr officiating. Interment will be at Prairie River Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Centreville United Methodist Church. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
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Sherwood Stahl, age 90, of Monroe passed away at 9:50 a.m. Thursday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
Shirley A. Durocher May 13, 1930-Sept. 2, 2009 Thursday, September 3, 2009 11:58 AM |
Shirley A. Durocher, 79, of Monroe died at 9:35 a.m. Wednesday at Fountainview of Monroe; she had been in poor health for one week. |
77, of Corunna, retired Durand police chief, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. today at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Corunna Chapel. |
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57, of DeWitt, died Wednesday. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel. |
The Family of Spencer Hamilton would like to thank everyone who sent cards, memorials and flowers at the time of our loss. Your kindness was genuinely appreciated. To the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, thank you for all your kindness. God Bless you all. Your kindness will always be remembered. |
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Therese Ann Ward, 77, of Midland, died on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009, in Bay City with Southern Care Hospice. |
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54, of Leslie, Ingham County Road Commission truck driver, died Tuesday. Services 1 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Mason. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, Mason |
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Vernon H. Teeple, 82, of Sturgis, died Aug. 15, 2009, following a long illness. He passed away at the Veteran’s Palliative Care Ward in Battle Creek, Mich., with his family by his side. He was very proud of his military service, serving his country in the U.S. Naval Air in World War II. He enlisted after his only brother, Staff Sergeant Richard J. Teeple, was killed in Negros Island, Phillippine Islands. Vernon was born on March 6, 1927, in Dearborn, Mich., to Harold and Nellie Teeple. He attended Dearborn Schools and graduated from Fordson High School. On Aug. 21, 1948, he married Clara Rantz, also from Dearborn. At the time of his death, they were married 61 year. He and Clara had three sons, Rance (Diane) of South Lyon, Richard (Judy) of Dearborn and Wes (Cheryl) of Sturgis. He also had five grandchildren, Brad, Cassie, Stephanie, Rantz and Ryan, who gave him a great deal of pleasure. He is also survived by one sister, Marilyn (Hank) Kazner of Reno, Nev., and one sister-in-law, Helen (Charles) Kayson of Rockwood, Mich; and many nieces and newphews. He was happiest when he was hunting, fishing and camping with his family. After the war, Vernon and his father started a small print shop, Du Processing in Dearborn. He worked at that for 16 years until his father’s death. After selling the business, he was employed at Gaylord Printing Company until his retirement in 1989. He was prceded in death by his parents, a very young brother and sister and his military brother, Richard. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Fort Custer National Cemetery.   |
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Vicki Lynn VanKirk, age 47‚ of Centreville, passed away into the loving arms of her heavenly Father, Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009. Vicki was born in Chicago, on April 23, 1962, a daughter of William and Audrey (Mesch) VanKirk. Vicki was a member of Fish Lake Bible Church. She loved life and her family very much. Surviving are her sisters, Rose (Brad) Balk, Andrea McWatters, Laura Penar, and Caroline (Larry) Miller, all of Centreville, and Eva Lawrenz of Phoenix, Ariz.; brother, William Scott VanKirk of Chicago; four nieces; four nephews; five great-nieces; three great-nephews; and her foster parents, Don and Judy Gross of Centreville. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandparents; and a nephew. Relatives and friends will be received Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville. Religious Services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Fish Lake Bible Church with Pastor Tim Brondyke officiating. Interment will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery, Centreville. Memorials may be directed to the Fish Lake Bible Church building fund or the family. On line messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.   |
70, of Lansing, died Thursday. There will be no services. |
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Viola M. Downing, age 81, of Fennville, died Tuesday, September 1, 2009, at her home.  Viola was born August 12, 1928 in Richmond, Indiana, to Stephen and Callie (Main) O’Connor and came to Holland in 1955.  Viola married Harold Downing on April 6, 1946.  She had been employed by  Holland Die Co.,  Heinz Co. and Hart & Cooley Co.  Viola attended  Community Reformed Church of Zeeland. She is survived by daughters, Alta and Edward VandenHeuvel of Zeeland, Vicky and John Fuller of Holland, Shelley Zigterman of Fennville; sons, Rod Downing of Holland, Dale and Sharon Downing of Holland; and several foster children; 17 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren; a sister, Mary Treep of Richmond, Indiana.  Viola was preceded in death by her husband, Harold, in 1977; a son, Dennis Downing in 1983; and a daughter, Sheila Enstam in 2006; a sister, Esther Pierson; and a brother, George O’Connor.   The family will receive friends at 12:00 noon Friday at Community Reformed Church, 10376 Felch St., Zeeland.  Funeral services will be at the church at 1:00 p.m. Friday with Rev. Kurt Henry officiating. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.  Arrangements are by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home.  Please visit www.lifestorynet.com  to leave a memory for the family or sign a guest register. |
Saturday, September 5, 2009 2:20 AM |
BESSEMER, Mich. -- Wabirda P. "Babe" Rosa, 88, of Bessemer, and formerly a longtime resident of Ramsay, died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, in Streamwood, Ill. |
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William Brenton Beall Jr. was born on July 14, 1945 in Fredericksburg, Va. He passed away July 16, 2009, after an extended illness in Modesto, Calif. His father was, William B. Beall Sr., his mother was Romaine June (Farver) Beall. He graduated from, White Pigeon High School, White Pigeon, Mich., in June 1963. Then enlisted in USMC July 1963. He served two tours in South Vietnam, achieving the rank of Sgt. Bill attended Tri-State University, Angola, Ind. He then started working in the power industry in 1969, traveling across the USA building power lines, he then worked for Pacific Gas and Electric, in California until his death. Bill Jr., married Bonnie Braum, April 19, 1986, in California. Bill Jr. was current Worshipful Master of Patterson Lodge #488 Free & Accepted Masons, Patterson, Calif., and he was a member of Scottish Rite. Bill Jr., loved life and gave to others his entire life, in many ways. He worked hard, putting his all into Scouting, until his health would not allow it. He helped his wife Bonnie when they worked as foster parents for “drug babies.” Bill Jr. deeply loved his step-granddaughters, teaching them the finer things of life, like burritos in the morning. He enjoyed and loved helping his grandfather, Hobart, on the farm north of Middlebury, Ind. He enjoyed football and wrestling in high school, then later SCUBA diving and flying his own airplane. He is survived by his wife Bonnie; parents Bill and Romaine Beall Sr.; brother Mike (Judy) Beall Sr.; sister Suzy (Joe) Robison; step daughter Moriah (Kurt) Brethouwer; two step grandsons, Joshua and Elijah; two step granddaughters, Alyssa and Kaylah; three nephews; one niece;, three great-nieces; and three great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Marvin Allen and Aline Mae (Miller) Beall and William Hobart and Bernice (McKibbin) Farver; and great-grandparents, Allen Marvin and Eva (Coutz) Beall, Albert and Daisy (Meyers) Miller, Dr. M. A. and Elizabeth (Hostetler) Farver, D.W. and Ida Jane (Haines) McKibbin; and two step-sons Brian and John. His body has been cremated, with the ashes returned to his family. A memorial service will be held in Middlebury, Ind.,  at Grace Lawn Cemeteryat 3 p.m. Sunday with Rev Richard D. Dunning officiating. Military Honors will be given by American Legion Post 210, Middlebury. Grace Lawn Cemetery is located on County Road 16, east of Middlebury, enter the last road on the east side of the cemetery for the grave site. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, Ind., handled the arrangements. Please send memorials to White Pigeon High School Athletic Fund, White Pigeon, MI, or the organization of your choice. |
77, of Charlotte, died Friday. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. |
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William J. “Bill” Lalley, age 87, of Saugatuck, died Tuesday, September 1, 2009, at Spectrum Health, Butterworth  in Grand Rapids.  He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church of Douglas and served his country as a pilot in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He was shot down and held as a Prisoner of War. After the war, he worked as an FBI Special Agent. He retired as a Personnel Director from Donnelly Corp. in 1987. He was very active in the community including serving as President of the West Ottawa School Board, memberships in Rotary Club and Personnel Club. He also loved tennis, golf and birding. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Joan Andreasen Lalley; his brothers, Robert and John “Jack” Lalley; and a sister, Margaret Delehanty. William is survived by his wife, Joan Lalley; children, Bill and Brenda Lalley of Holland, Lisa Lalley of Lansing, Robert and Sonya Lalley of Hudsonville; grandchildren, Patrick, Sabrina, Brittany and Morgan Lalley; stepchildren, Craig and Karen Hall of Holland, Julie and Rev. Rick Campbell of Holland; stepgrandchildren, Taylor and Mark Oberman, Jordan and Tracy Campbell, Caitlin and Adam Fredricks, Robert Campbell, Dr. Stacey Hall and Ryan Perrone, Erik Hall; stepgreat-grandson, Reeve Oberman; and sisters-in-law, Mrs. Robert (Bernice) Lalley of Grand Rapids, Mrs. Jack (Patricia) Lalley of Ionia, and Karen and Carl Holkeboer of Holland. A Memorial Mass for Bill will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 4, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 100 St. Peter’s Drive, Douglas with Fr. Charlie Brown officiating. A time of visiting will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Holland. Funeral arrangements are by Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home in Holland with an online condolence registry available at www.langelandsterenberg.com.     |
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William Raymond “Bill” Koraleski, 67, of Peachtree City, Ga., died Friday, Aug. 28, 2009, at Piedmont Fayetteville Hospital in Fayetteville, Ga. The cause of death was an aortic aneurysm. Koraleski was born Oct. 3, 1941, in Monroe, the son of Ferdinand and Cecelia Koraleski. He was married to Vivian Petree on Aug. 25, 1979. Koraleski was a graduate of Summerfield High School, attended the University of Michigan and the Air Force Academy in Colorado. He served four years in the United States Air Force. With a growing love of flying, Koraleski became a commercial pilot and retired from Atlantic Southeast Airlines. He had a special place in his heart for sailing and his two dogs. Koraleski is survived by his wife, Vivian, of Peachtree City; a daughter, Kelly, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; and a son, Todd, of Petersburg; four brothers and sisters, Richard (Ann Marie) Koraleski of Petersburg, Annette (Michael) Kimling of Adrian, Sharon (Donald) Olszewski of Erie, and John (Sandy) Koraleski of Petersburg. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ferdinand and Cecelia, and an infant son, Chad. A Scripture Service will be held Friday, Sept. 11, at 11 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 222 Carey St., Deerfield. Visitation with the family will be at 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow at St. Alphonsus Cemetery and a luncheon will be provided at the SALT Center adjacent to St. Alphonsus Church. In lieu of flowers, friends and family may make a contribution in Koraleski’s memory to The Humane Society or to a charity of their choice. |
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