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Mrs. Aliene Halcomb, 87, of Viper, Ky., passed away on Thursday, Oct. 8. Ailene was born in 1922 to Floyd and Jenny McVicker. She was married to Rufas Halcomb and he survives her. Aliene is also surv... |
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Anthony W. Galuszka Anthony W. Galuszka, age 63 of Warren, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at St. John Hospital in Detroit. He was born February 21, 1946 in Highland Park, Michigan. Mr. Galuszka recently retired from American Axle and he was a Vietnam War Army Veteran. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, video editing and he was an avid Red Wing fan. He was known to his family as "Mr. Fix it." Beloved husband of Marty. Dear father of Justin (Kyle), Lana (Doug) Zielinski and Tony Jr. (Sabrina). Grandfather of Cory and Sheila Zielinski and Delaney and Treyton Galuszka. Dear brother of Don (Sharon) and Larry (Marlene). Also survived by four brothers-in-law, five sisters-in-law and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his parents Edward and Helen and brother Art. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home, 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (west of Hoover Road), Warren. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com |
Bay City, Saginaw death notices Friday, October 9, 2009 12:06 PM |
Jay Bauer Sr., 49, of Kawkawlin, died Oct. 7, 2009. Gephart Funeral Home. |
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Bernadine E. Strange, age 89, of Sturgis, passed away Monday, Oct. 12, 2009, at her home. She was born Oct. 31, 1919, in Mansfield, Ohio, a daughter of the late Harry and Helen (Mockelan) Barr. Bernadine grew up in Mansfield, and later moved with her family to the Colon and Sturgis area and then to Delton, where she owned and operated an adult foster care home for veterans for more than 25 years.  She then moved to Flagler Beach, Fla., for 10 years and back to Sturgis in 2004. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis, and enjoyed activities at the apartments where she lived, playing bingo, dancing, and traveling.  She also enjoyed ceramics and her special cat, Oreo. Surviving are three daughters, Amanda Teadt of Sturgis, Phyllis (Jim) Daenzer of Owosso, and Doris (Roy) Gundrum of Jackson; nine grandchildren, Robert Teadt Jr., Sandy Baker, Debbie Brinklow, Roy Gundrum II, Mike Gundrum, Roxanne Goss, Andrea Kidd, Ryan Daenzer, and Carmen Herald; 15 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Dellmae Leister; twin, Kathleen Ewers; and three infant siblings. The family will receive friends and relatives from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel. Funeral services celebrating the life of Bernadine E. Strange will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Sturgis, with the Rev. Calvin J. Kolzow and Michael Klafehn officiating. Graveside services and interment will follow in Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville. Memorial donations may be directed to the Trinity Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 5:14 AM |
Beth (Hicks) Wendrow, 92 of Mecosta, MI passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 |
87, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Lansing, died Wednesday. Visitation 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Friday at Langeland Family Funeral Home, Westside Chapel, Kalamazoo. |
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Blanche E. Helinski, 81, of Waldron, passed away Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, at the home of her son, Michael in Edgerton, Ohio. She was born March 13, 1928, in Pioneer, Ohio the daughter of Martin Henry and Ruth Margret (Heckel) Johnston. She married Arthur George Helinski on Sept. 28, 1946, in Waldron and he preceded her in death on Nov. 9, 1989. Blanche was employed at U.S. Postal Service in Waldron with more than 19 years of service and was a graduate of Waldron High School Class of 1945. She was a volunteer for the Election Committee in Waldron for several years and dearly loved her children and grandchildren. Surviving Blanche are one daughter, Keli (Chad) Kernen of Locust Grove, Va.; one son, Mike (Wanda) Helinski of Edgerton; one grandson, Craig (Janeen) Helinski of Angola, Ind.; two great-granddaughters, Kristen Helinski and Alisa Spangler. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one sister, O’Leene Carpenter. Graveside services for Blanche will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Waldron Cemetery with the Rev. Donald Crane officiating. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Eagle Funeral Home in Waldron. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Fulton and Williams counties. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:29 AM |
Brian Keith Boling Brian Keith Boling, age 41, of Detroit, Mich., formerly of Knoxville, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2009, in Detroit. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Boling; son, David Stokes and fiancée, Nicole Sharpe; grandson, J. D. Stokes all of Detroit; mother, Kay Boling; father, Bill Boling; grandmother, Ruby Brimm; brothers, Junior "Bill" Boling, R. H. Boling (Jamie), Deedy Boling (Sandra), Jeremiah (Bobo) Boling; sister, Brandy Jo Boling; aunt and uncle, Betty Haynes, Joe Brimm (Beth); niece, Sarah Monday; nephews, Billy (Booger) Boling, James Monday; great-nephew, Isaiah Monday all of Knoxville; mother-in-law, Sharon Stokes; brothers-in-law, Robert Stokes (Donna), Michael Stokes; sister-in-law, Nancy Kassab (Majid); nephews, Jason and Jamie Kassab, Ryan Stokes; niece, Nicole Stokes. He was preceded in death by his brother, Benny Boling. Funeral Services will be at 6 p.m., Friday in McCammon-Ammons-Click Chapel. Family and friends will meet at 10 a.m., Saturday at Ellejoy Cemetery for the interment service. The family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m., Friday at McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home, Maryville, TN. (865) 982-6812. www.mccammonammonsclick.com. |
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59, of Lansing, died Sunday. Services 1 p.m. Friday at Shiloah Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. |
Candace Marie Dailey Oct. 8, 2009 Sunday, October 11, 2009 1:24 AM |
Candace Marie Dailey, 51, died Friday at her home. Arrangements are pending at Merkle Funeral Service. |
Candace Marie and #147;Candy and #148; Dailey Dec. 22, 1957-Oct. 9, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
Candace Marie Dailey was born on December 22, 1957 in Pontiac, Michigan. She was the daughter of the late Gary Barr and Sandra (Sterling) Barr. |
Carol Jane Miller Oct. 11, 2009 Tuesday, October 13, 2009 12:15 PM |
Carol Jane Miller, 75, of Allen Park, formerly of Monroe, died Sunday at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. Arrangements by Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes. |
Carole Jean Miller Oct. 11, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
Carole Jean Miller, age 75, of Allen Park, formerly of Monroe, died Sunday at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. |
Carole Jeanne Luke Nov. 10, 1939-Oct. 9, 2009 Sunday, October 11, 2009 1:24 AM |
Carole Jeanne Luke, age 69 of Flat Rock, died October 9, 2009 in her home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. |
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Catherine Eileen Brown, 89, of Midland, died Monday evening, Oct. 12, 2009, at her home. |
65, of Lansing, retired General Motors employee, died Saturday. Services noon Friday at New Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. |
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Chadwick Wayne Howard, 28, of Hillsdale, died Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, in Hillsdale. He was born July 3, 1981, in LaGrange, Ind., to Steven Howard and Carla (Hicks) Shepherd. His father survives in Garrett, Ky., and his mother survives in Shipshewana, Ind. Also surviving are a sister, Kim Clawson of Jackson; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Travis Shepherd of Hillsdale, and Mark (Joyce) Hicks of Ligonier, Ind.; his grandparents, William Hicks Jr. and Mable Hicks of Ligonier and a special friend, Lola Fields of Litchfield. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in Solid Rock Church at intersection of State Road 5 and 1100 N north of Ligonier. Calling is all day Tuesday at the church. Preferred memorials are to the family. Arrangements are by Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville, Ind. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.youngfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
Charlotte Georgina May Inch Aug. 7, 1922-Oct. 10, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
Charlotte Georgina May Inch, age 87, of Flat Rock died on October 10, 2009 in Trenton, Michigan after a courageous 8 year battle against lung cancer. She had been in ill health since January 2009. |
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Claire (Pulver-Helms) Heaton, age 77, died Oct. 12, 2009, under the care of Southern Care Hospice and surrounded by her loving family. Claire was born May 22, 1932, in Rives Junction, Mich., to H.S. and Bertine (Brownlee) Pulver. On Sept. 24, 1950, she married Dwight “Dyke” Helms at the Methodist Church in Mason, Mich. In 1954, they moved to Tecumseh to join Dyke’s parents, Claude and Goldie, in the furniture business. Dyke preceded her in death on May 14, 1977. Claire’s children and grandchildren were her whole world and she is survived by her two daughters, Michelle (Rob) Robison of Adrian and Monica (Scott) Wilcox of Tipton; one daughter-in-law, Carol Helms of Britton; one stepdaughter, Angela Wilson-Lama of Tecumseh; seven grandchildren, Macy and Allie Helms, Alysha and Mikkala Wilcox, Brenan Wilson, and Chelsea and Courtnie Lama; two great-granddaughters, Makena Harrison and Maya Helms; four brothers, Gerald (Margie) Pulver of Mason, Wesley (Vonda) Pulver of Pottersville, Marvin (Shari) Pulver of Mari Copa, Ariz., and Harold (Carolyn) Pulver of Concord; one sister, Wilma (John) Causie of Leslie; seven stepbrothers, Delbert (Marilyn) Reid of Rives Junction, Ralph (Sandy) Reid of Lansing, Donald (Mary Helen) Reid of Mason, Allen (Phyllis) Reid of Dansville, Edgar (Cheryl) Scripter of Dansville, Phillip (Theresa) Scripter of Dansville and Stewart Scripter of Salt Lake City, Utah; many nieces and nephews; one brother-in-law, Wayne Helms of North Little Rock, Ark.; her former husband, Jack R. Heaton of Tecumseh; and brother- and sister-in-law, Ray and Joyce Heaton of Elizabethton, Tenn. Claire’s special friends are Norma Binns (more than 50 years); John and Ellen Ketola (35 years); her Jaycee friends, and many other friends that she will miss. Claire made wedding cakes for more than 30 years. She loved bowling, dancing and playing cards. But her most favorite was Christmas decorating, both inside and outside of her home, with the help of her children and grandchildren. Over the years, she has won four awards for her decorations when she lived on Adrian, Chippewa and Division streets. Claire was preceded in death by her husband, Dyke (May 14, 1977); her son, Michael (Dec. 16, 2007); her parents, H.S. Pulver and Bertine Scripter; stepfather, Phillip Scripter; parents-in-law, Claude and Goldie Helms, and sister-in-law, Grace Helms. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Chaplain Dave Goldsmith officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will be Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 15, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Southern Care Hospice of Jackson. Envelopes provided at the funeral home. Condolences can be offered online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com.    |
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Clifford R. Gearhart, 96, Wolverine, passed away Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009. Cliff was born May 6, 1913 in West Decatur (Blue Ball), Pennsylvania to Burtis Belford Gearhart and Hazel Shontz Gearhart. He had three sisters: Anna (Gearhart) Hinmon, Margaret who died in childhood, and Bernie (Gearhart) Sexton who survives him. Cliff spent his early years on the family farm fishing, hunting, trapping, ice skating and enjoying Sunday school picnics. He worked in his father’s grocery store in Blue Ball during the 1920’s and one of his first jobs was sorting and bagging potatoes. In 1923, Cliff sold his very first Christmas tree to his Aunt Pearl for 35 cents. Later, he and his father traveled to northern lower Michigan to buy and cut wild evergreens to sell at roadside stands. He married Lucille Esther Beach Oct. 1, 1936 in Pontiac.  They had two daughters and two sons.  After the death of wife Lucille, Cliff married Delores Hudson in 1997. Cliff was an avid fly fisherman and kept returning to northern Michigan. In 1939 Cliff and Lucille bought property south of Wolverine across from the West Branch of the Sturgeon River. Cliff hand-planted his first evergreen trees in 1943 on his property. Through the years this enterprise grew and Cliff and his family established "North Star Trees".  In 1959 he was elected president of the Michigan Christmas Tree Growers Association.  Cliff was named "Michigan 1991 Tree Farmer of the Year". The tree business was seasonal, so from the mid 1940s to the early 1960s, Cliff took advantage of the off season to develop a commercial fishery, "Gearhart Fish and Evergreen" in Brimley, in Michigan’s upper peninsula.  This was a creative way to utilize his interests in both trees and fish. Cliff authored two autobiographical books, "The Love of Trees" and "The Fish Peddler". In his later years he enjoyed wood carving, especially fish and birds. He often delighted his family members and friends with his original birthday poems. Cliff was drafted and served his country in World War II in the Army’s 10th Mountain Division. Cliff was preceded in death by his wife Lucille in 1995. He is survived by his children, Martha (Gearhart) and Gordon Evoy, Jean (Gearhart) and Dan Coale, Dan and Becky (Howard) Gearhart and Dave and Carol (Reeves) Gearhart, all of whom reside in the Wolverine area; 15  grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Officiating at the funeral service Sunday was Rev. Les Sellers and Rev. David Gearhart, with burial in the Silver Lake Cemetery in Wolverine. Visitation was held at Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River. In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to direct their memorial contributions to the Berean Bible Church of Topinabee. Online condolences may be made at www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com. |
Monday, October 12, 2009 7:39 PM |
Cmdr. Danny J. Fahler U.S. Navy Ret. passed away surrounded by family on Oct. 7, 2009, at the age of 61 in Albany, N.Y., after a courageous battle with cancer. |
Monday, October 12, 2009 7:39 PM |
Connie Kay Taskey, 60, of Gaylord died Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, at her home. Connie was born on June 13, 1949, in Inglewood, Calif., and continued to live in California for 32 years. She married Robert Taskey in Las Vegas on Feb. 21, 1969. The couple has resided in Michigan, and most recently in Gaylord, for the past 28 years. |
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Thursday, October 15, 2009 6:32 AM |
RUSH-SHIPLEY, DANIELLE K.; age 16; of Lapeer; died Monday, October 12, 2009. |
Monday, October 12, 2009 12:23 PM |
Daniel "Boone" Claude Smith, 76, of Luther, passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, at Grand Oaks Nursing Home in Baldwin. |
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David C. Amazeen Nov. 17, 1955-Oct. 10, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
David C. Amazeen, 53, of Warren, formerly of Monroe, died at 10 p.m. Saturday in his home. He had been in ill health for one year. |
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 2:30 PM |
David Emil Kaiser, 54, of Lansing, died unexpectedly Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009, at his home. |
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Dawn Marie Alderson, 52 of Bellevue, passed away at home with family and friends Wednesday, Oct.14, 2009 after battling cancer.  She was born on Feb. 9, 1957 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Glenn and Annette (Knowles) Alderson of Bellevue. She graduated from Bellevue High School in 1975.  Dawn was most recently employed by Eaton Manufacturing and Marshall Brass.  Her greatest love was for her three sons. Dawn was a member of the Bellevue Christian Center. She loved to fish and spend time outdoors and she had a great love for Native American history. Her family and friends will remember her love of life, nature, animals, arts and crafts and especially making dream catchers.  She valued spending time with family and friends.   Dawn is survived by her children, Logan Ray Alderson of Battle Creek and Lance S. Weaver of Bellevue; her mother, Annette (Knowles) Alderson of Bellevue; sister, Karen Johnson of El Mirage, Ariz.; brother, William (Pam) Alderson of Quincy; special friend, Ed Hoppes and numerous nieces and nephews.  Dawn was preceded in death by her father, Glenn Alderson; her son, Toni Alderson and by her grandparents.  The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009 at Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Services will take place 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, 2009 at the Bellevue Christian Center with Rev. Danesh Manik officiating. Interment, Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue.  Memorials may go to the family. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue.   |
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• Dean Anderson, 83, of Ludington, died Oct. 13. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Delores “Lorrie” Jelsema, age 81, of Allegan, went to be with the Lord Monday, October 12, 2009.   She is survived by her husband, Harry; her sons, David (Pam) Ashley of Allegan, William (Joy) Ashley of Allegan, Gary Ashley of Sidney, Raymond (Robin) Ashley of Allegan; stepdaughter, Debra Pierce of Caledonia; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren;  her brother, David (Mary) Greene of Nunica; special friends, Sally Ashley and Sue Harris.   Funeral services will be  11 a.m. Friday at  Cook Funeral Home, Byron Center, 2067 84th St. with Pastor Doug De Good officiating.  The family will receive relatives and friends Thursday, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to services on Friday at the Cook Funeral Home. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookfuneralservices.com .  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Laurels of Sandy Creek, Wayland. |
69, of Lansing, died Monday. Services 10:30 a.m. today at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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Deloris M. St. Pierre, age 76 of Cheboygan, passed away peacefully after a battle with cancer on Thursday, October 8, 2009 in Camp Verde, Ariz. Inurnment will be at Prescott (AZ) National Cemetery. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune. |
Dennis Michael Randall Feb. 28, 1945-Oct. 10, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
Dennis Michael Randall, 64 years of Erie, MI died Saturday October 10, 2009 in his home. |
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 3:24 AM |
NEWCASTLE, Wash. -- Diane Cronin-Stubbs, 63, died July 28, 2009, in Newcastle. |
Friday, October 9, 2009 12:06 PM |
Dianne M. Symborski, 61, loving mother and grandmother, was called home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, at her daughter's home in Copperas Cove, Texas with both of her daughters at her side. |
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1935-2009 Donald was born Nov. 8, 1935, in McDougal, Ark., the son of John and Bertha (Stanley) Young. He married Barbara Ann Goodin on Feb. 9, 1963. To this union two children were born, Tracy Young and Andrea Young. They survive as does his granddaughter, Anna. Donald is also survived by his brothers, Devon (Norma) Young and Winfred Johnson, and sister, Velma (Sonny) Rigdon, and a host of friends and others dear to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Barbara, and brother, Denzil. Donald worked for almost 30 years for Ford Motor Company in Saline, retiring in 1992. He was an avid baseball fan and had the opportunity to try out for the Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals baseball teams. He enjoyed gardening and helping others.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Clinton Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 16, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Clinton United Methodist Church with Pastor Faye McKinstry officiating, assisted by Pastor Dennis Swindle, Milan Church of Christ. He will lie in state at the church from 1 p.m. until the time of the service.   Burial will take place at the Macon Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.     |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:29 AM |
Dora Ann Rico Dora Ann Rico (nee Hernandez), age 75, a lifetime resident of Mount Clemens, Mich., died October 8, 2009. A devoted member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness of Warren North. Dora loved the Latin culture, dancing, food, etc. She loved to laugh. She is survived by children, Lora (David) Hopper, Julie Rico, Ronald (Debbie) Rico and Rachel (David) Collier; grandchildren, Peter Zeiman, Ronald, Duane and Desirae Rico; great-grandchildren, Mackenzie, Ryder and Wesley Zeiman and Ashton Rico. Siblings, Mary (Joe) Martinez, Lily (Alan) Chislom. She was predeceased by her parents, siblings Magalina Rodriguez and Johnny Hernandez. Memorial service October 17, 1 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Warren North, 28100 John R, Madison Heights, (248) 542-1540. Arrangements by Buehler Funeral Home. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 2:25 AM |
TUCSON, Ariz. -- Dora Helen Gayan, 81, of Tucson, died Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009, at her home. |
Dorothea Sarah LaBeau Jan. 6, 1915-Oct. 11, 2009 Tuesday, October 13, 2009 12:15 PM |
Dorothea Sarah LaBeau, age 94, of Petersburg, formerly of Monroe, peacefully went home to be with her loving husband and sons in heaven on October 11, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Nursing Care Center. |
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Dorothy B. Clark, 90, of Ottawa Lake, Mich., formerly of Atlanta, Mich., passed away peacefully Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, at her son’s home in Ottawa Lake. She was born May 6, 1919, to Bernard and Mary (Huelskamp) Meiring in Houston, Ohio and was married to Floyd Clark on Aug. 24, 1940, in Hillsdale. He preceded her in death in 1997. Dorothy spent her last few years living in a cottage on Avery Lake near Atlanta, Mich. and enjoyed fishing, campfires, reading and eating ice cream. She is survived by her two sons, Richard (Marci) Clark of Guysville, Ohio and Keith (Pat) Clark of Ottawa Lake; and grandchildren, Rick and Shelly Clark, Toledo, Ohio. There will be no services and burial will be private. A celebration of Dorothy’s life will be held Saturday, Nov. 7 at her son’s home in Ottawa Lake. |
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 3:28 AM |
WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Dorothy E. Harju, 103, a longtime resident of Wakefield, died Monday, Oct. 12, 2009, at home. |
Dorothy Elizabeth Beck May 17, 1914-Oct. 9, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
Dorothy Elizabeth Beck, age 95 of Rockwood, died October 9, 2009 at Ashford Court Assisted Living Facility in Westland. |
Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
Dorothy Labeau, age 94, of Monroe, died at 8 p.m. Sunday in Mercy-Memorial Nursing Care Center. Arrangements by Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes. |
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Douglas Alfred Parker, 84, of Ocqueoc, died October 9, 2009 at Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey. The son of William and Margaret (Law) Parker, was born in Detroit. He served three years in the United States Navy in WWII as an electrician’s mate on the USS Metivier. He served in Bizerte, Sicily, Panama, China, Korea, Okinawa, Leyte Gulf, the Solomons, N. Africa and the Phillipines. He married Doris Weathers on September 17, 1949 at Grandale Presbyterian Church in Detroit. Following 25 years in the Detroit Police Department, he retired as a Sergeant and they moved to Ocqueoc. He was a member of the Cheboygan Golf & Country Club, the Hammond Bay Area Anglers and Trinity Lutheran Church. He is survived by wife Doris, son Kevin (Denise) of Howell, son Brian of Sterling Hts. and daughter Linda (Robert) Skodack of Oscoda; four grandchildren, Krista, Kali, Nicole and Ricky; and four great-grandchildren, Alexis, Morgan, Dakota  and Cora. He is also survived by sister Margaret (Charles) Mehney. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Bill and Robert. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 17 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ocqueoc. It will be officiated by Pastor Waldemar Gies. Internment will be at White Chapel Cemetery in Troy at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested for Trinity Lutheran Church-Ocqueoc. |
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 3:10 AM |
BLOOMFIELD, Mich. -- Dr. Kenneth I. Youngquist, 85, of Bloomfield, formerly of Bronson, died Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, at Sunrise Assisted Living Center in Bloomfield. |
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Dr. Kenneth I. Youngquist, 85, of Bloomfield, and formerly of Bronson, died Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, at Sunrise Assisted Living Center in Bloomfield. Kenneth Ivan Youngquist was born Sept. 11, 1924, in Winchester, Wis., to Conrad and Mable (Erickson) Youngquist. He grew up in Bessemer. He was captain and quarterback of the undefeated Bessemer Speedboys football team while in high school. Ken was valedictorian of the A.D. Johnson Bessemer High School class of 1942. He enlisted in the Army and served in both the European and Pacific Theatres, including time in France, Germany and the Philippines. While in the Army, he attended classes at Dennison University in Ohio. A classmate there was the present Justice of the Supreme Court, William Rehnquist. After the war, he entered into the University of Michigan Dental School program. On June 28, 1948, Ken married Rose Marie Allice, his high school sweetheart. They enjoyed 51 years of marriage before her death in 2001. Ken graduated from University of Michigan Dental School in 1951. He re-enlisted in the Army Dental Core Program, serving for a few years as captain at Fort Bliss, Texas. While stationed there, their son, Tom, was born. After his enlistment was completed, he began a dental practice in Bronson. He continued to serve in that role until his retirement in 1986. “Doc” was a familiar participant at any St. Mary’s parish or Bronson community activity. He was a member and past president, of the Bronson Jaycee’s, Bronson Chamber of Commerce, Rotary International, and was a Bronson school board member. Ken was a very active volunteer, servicing Hospice of Branch County, Crop Walk, Food Bank, Meals on Wheels, American Red Cross blood drives, and in a variety of other roles. He was a dedicated member in his church, St Mary’s Assumption. He was on the first parish counsel, served as an usher, lector, altar server, school board member, CCD instructor. He was a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus, and the Holy Name Society. Most recently he served with St Mary’s Christian Service and assisted at funeral services at St Mary’s. In October 2007, it became necessary for Ken to leave Bronson to reside closer to his family in the Detroit area. He lived at Sunrise Assisted Living in Bloomfield until his death. He made many friends there, but never forgot his connections to his beloved Bronson. He always enjoyed receiving visits, cards, and letters from “home.” Surviving  are his brother Wilbur and sister-in-law, Norma (Stevenson) Youngquist of Lansing. Other survivors include his son, Tom and daughter-in-law, Marcia (Smoker), Youngquist of West Bloomfield. He has three grandchildren, Tami Lamerato (Pete Lamerato) of Berkley, Kevin Youngquist of Arlington, Va., and Aaron Youngquist of Chicago; and two great-grandchildren, Sofia and Noah Lamerato, who also live in Berkley. Ken was preceded in death by his mother and father, Conrad and Mable (Erickson) Youngquist and his wife, Rose Marie (Allice) Youngquist.  Visitation will be held at 1-8 p.m. Thursday at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Bronson. A short prayer service will precede the Mass at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home, with the Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s School in Bronson or Seasons Hospice.  Visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.     |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 6:32 AM |
AMIDON, EDWIN NORMAN; of Pontiac; October 13, 2009; age 95; born June 29, 1914 in Clarkston, MI. So |
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VLIET, EMERSON C. "Jr."; of Otisville; October 13, 2009; age 53. |
Thursday, October 8, 2009 12:25 PM |
Earl "Mark"Sprague, 51, of Standish, died Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009, at Bay Medical Center. |
Thursday, October 8, 2009 12:25 PM |
Edgar McWethy, 93, of Midland, died Wednesday evening, Oct. 7, 2009, at Tendercare of Mount Pleasant. |
Friday, October 9, 2009 5:45 PM |
Edgar R. McWethy, 93, of Midland, died Wednesday evening, Oct. 7, 2009, at Tendercare of Mount Pleasant. |
Thursday, October 8, 2009 12:25 PM |
Edith Carlson, 94, of Midland, died Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, at King's Daughters Home. |
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Elvera O. Liphardt Elvera O. Liphardt, age 94, died Wednesday, October 14, 2009. She was born July 23, 1915. Dearest wife of the late Donald F. Liphardt Sr., Dear mother of Donald F. Jr., Dennis L. (Donna), and Donna (Richard Ludwig) Bergeron Ludwig. Grandmother of Rochelle (Paul), Renee (Tom), Kevin (Kerry), Michael, Jerry, Kelly (Eddie), Devon (Greg), and Dustin, great-grandmother of: Alexia, Taylor, Jackson, Brad, Jade, Laura, Thomas, Joseph, Megan and Bridget. She went peacefully into her Savior's arms. She was loved and will be missed. Private family services held. Memorial Contributions appreciated to Muscular Dystrophy or Neighbors Caring For Neighbors. Share a memory with the family at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com Arrangements by Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home - Utica. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 2:28 AM |
WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Emma Jean Boho, 92, of Wakefield, died Oct. 10, 2009. |
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Eugene A. Theile passed away suddenly on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009 at his home at age 74. |
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Eunice R. Jones, age 90, formerly of Colon, passed away Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, in Traverse City. Eunice was born March 27, 1919, a daughter to the late Clyde and Armanda (Wilson) Brouse. She married Milton R. Cattell in 1936. He preceded her in death in 1952. She later married Gordon L. Jones in LaGrange, Ind., on March 4, 1955. He preceded her in death in 2005. Eunice enjoyed traveling, spending winters in Florida, crafts and Mickey Mouse. She loved her children; and Mom, we will see you soon. Eunice is survived by four children, Eldon (Janet) Cattell, Myrna (Red) Rodgers, Lila (Wayne) Mostrom and Randy (Judy) Jones; 10 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; a sister, Evelyn Lorraine Sosinski; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Warren Brouse. The family will receive relatives and friends today at the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Eunice R. Jones will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with Mr. David J. Farrell officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. |
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Monday, October 12, 2009 2:47 AM |
WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Florence M. DeFelice, 83, of Wakefield, and a former Ironwood resident, died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, in Wakefield. |
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Floyd Edward Germain of Sturgis, born Aug. 6, 1946, died Sept. 22, 2009, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo, following a short battle with cancer with his daughter by his side. Floyd was a resident of Colon and Sturgis since 1988 and enjoyed spending time with his many friends and family and faithful dog, Elvis. He enjoyed art and created many works for family to share. He was a brother, father, uncle and son and will be greatly missed by those who knew him. Floyd was preceded in death by his father, William Germain, and his former wife, Sherry Lysinger. He is survived by their daughter, Sheila Germain, of Brooklyn, NY, and his mother, Bernadette Germain of Sturgis. He is also survived by six siblings, Barbara, Gary, Rosemary, Bernadean, William E. and Joan. He has also left many in-laws, nieces and nephews. No funeral services will be held. Instead, family and friends may join together in a campfire memorial at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 at 502 E. Jerolene St., Sturgis. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 5:14 AM |
Frances T. MacLean, age 91, of Farmington. |
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Gaetano Cococcetta Gaetano Cococcetta, age 77, passed away October 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Prima (nee Fornelli). Loving father of Dr. Guy (Cynthia), Gina Dinverno, and Paula Moroso. Proud grandfather of Arianna, Guy, Prima-Marie, Phelan, Bianca, Remo and Dante. Dearest brother of Robert (Patricia) and Angelina Lambrix. Mr. Cococcetta was a lumber salesman at Erb Lumber for 33 years, retiring in 1999. He was a member and officer of Moravian Hills Country Club and Copper Leaf Country Club in Florida. Visitation Thursday 5-9 p.m. Friday 1-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Saturday Instate 9:00 a.m. at St. Michael Church, 40501 Hayes (between 17 and 18 Mile roads) until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Donations are welcome to the Alzheimer's Association. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
51, of Westphalia, maintenance worker, died Wednesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pewamo. Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Home, Goerge Chapel, Fowler. |
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Gary L. Patterson Gary L. Patterson, age 58, a resident of Rochester Hills, formerly of Warren and Houston, Texas, died October 13, 2009 at his home. He was born December 3, 1950 in Warren. Mr. Patterson was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He is survived by his siblings, Richard (Erika) Patterson of White Lake, Shirley (Scott) Grindling of Highland, Ken (Sue) Patterson of Shelby Township and Michael (Kim) Patterson of Clinton Township; several nieces and nephews; and his fiancéee, Ellen Callens of Rochester Hills. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Mildred Patterson. The visitation will be held Friday 1 p.m. until the time of service 7:30 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. Eleven Mile Road (4 blocks E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorials to American Diabetes Association, Detroit Michigan Office, 30200 Telegraph Road, Suite 105, Bingham Farms, MI 48025. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com. |
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George C. Comfort, age 78, passed away Oct. 11, 2009, at Tendercare of Adrian under the care of Hospice of Lenawee. He was born March 2, 1931, in Raisin Township, the son of Leroy and Winifred (Crawford) Comfort. He is survived by his sister, Lucy (Gilbert) Ives, and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Charles Comfort. George was a 1948 graduate of Adrian High School. He served his Country in the U.S. Air Force. He was a draftsman, but his real interest was horses and he worked at several ranches in California,  later working at the Lawrence Welk Mobile Home Park in Escondido, Calif., as a groundskeeper. George lived most of his adult life in the Southwest, moving back to Adrian in May of 2007.  Gravesides services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at Raisin Valley Cemetery with Mark Bush officiating. Burial will follow with Military Honors performed by Wright-Patterson AFB Honor Guard, Dayton, Ohio. Arrangements are under the direction of J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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George J. Reynolds, age 82, of Addison passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009, at his home. He was born on Sept. 16, 1927, in Addison to Harold W. and Olive F. (Blakely) Reynolds. He was married to Ilah M. Boley for 63 years. Surviving, besides his wife, Ilah, are four children, David (Diana) Reynolds of Adrian, Harold (Fran) Reynolds of Port Huron, Russell Reynolds of Addison, Diana (Steve) Shadbolt of Owosso, Okla.; 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Leone Lee and Ilah Burch, both of Addison.  Funeral services, 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Will Snyder officiating. Burial at Hillside Cemetery in Addison. Full Military Honors by Hannan-Colvin Post #180 American Legion, Hudson. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. Masonic Lodge service will be at 7 p.m. Friday by the Addison Masonic Lodge #157. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Gerald "Jerry" L. Horton, 72, of Harrison, passed away after a short illness on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009 in Mt. Pleasant. |
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Gerene Eding, age 84, of Bentheim, passed away Monday, October 12, 2009, at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gleyon, in 1994. Gerene was a member of Bentheim Reformed Church. She is survived by her children, Vic and Dawn Eding of Hamilton, Debra Eding of Holland, Daryl and Jean Eding of Hamilton, Kevin and Ann Eding of Hamilton; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sisters and brother, Lillian Vis of Zeeland, Harriet Lezman of Hamilton, Elmer and Jeanette Hulst of Hudsonville, Myrtle Hulst Zeeland, Harley Mulder of Hudsonville, Marrietta Molewyk of Zeeland, Doris and Simon School of Zeeland. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, October 16, 2009 at Bentheim Reformed Church with Reverend Larry Le Poire officiating.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday at  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland.  Burial will be in Bentheim Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be given to Bentheim Reformed Church Building Fund.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.   |
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Gregory S. Kurowski, age 29, of Onsted, formerly of Dearborn Heights, passed away Oct. 11, 2009. He was born Oct. 21, 1979, in Wayne, Mich., the son of Rodney and Kathleen (Howe) Kurowski. On Sept. 15, 2007, he married Rachel Ingle. She survives. In addition to his wife, Rachel, he is survived by two children, Adelyn and Nicholas; his parents, Rodney and Kathleen, Kurowski; two sisters, Deborah (Patrick) Keegan and Lisa Kurowski; two brothers, Ronald (Noreen) Kurowski and Michael (Laina) Kurowski; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, at St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Church, Brooklyn, with the Rev. Fr. Carl Simon as Presider. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Shrine Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, and one hour before the service at the church  on Thursday. A prayer service will be at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his children’s names: Adelyn and Nicholas Kurowski. Condolences to the family may be offered to the family online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
60, of Dimondale, formerly of Webberville, died Tuesday. Memorial services 1 p.m. Oct. 23 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Williamston Chapel. |
98, of Dimondale, died Tuesday. There will be no services. Arrangements by LaPaloma Funeral Home, Las Vegas, Nev. |
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Harold G. Sell, 72, of Indian River passed away Friday, October 9, 2009 at the Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.  A gathering of family and friends will take place Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at the Cross in the Woods Catholic Church, Indian River , MI from 10:00am until 11:00am at which time a memorial mass will be held celebrating Harold’s life.  Harold was born February 13, 1937 in Parma, Ohio. He was the son of Harold and Frances (Winberg) Sell.  While growing up in Parma his family discovered Curtis, Michigan and eventually bought a resort there called "Sell’s Woods."  Once Harold graduated high school in Parma, the family left Ohio permanently for the resort in Curtis which is where he met the love of his life, Lola Lawrence. On June 14, 1958 Harold married Lola in Germfask, MI shortly after earning his Bachelors of Science degree in business from Eastern Michigan University. The couple initially made their home in Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Harold was employed as a Toll Supervisor at the "new" International Bridge. In 1966 the Sell’s moved to Flushing, MI. Harold was employed as General Foreman for several years at the GM Flint Manufacturing Plant.  He retired in 1991 and then went to work for two years as a consultant for the GM Northstar Engine Plant in Pontiac. In 1997 Harold and Lola moved to Indian River. Harold’s greatest joy was being involved in his children’s activities and turned their interest into his passion. He enjoyed carpentry, woodcarving, boating, and tying nautical knots.  Harold was a faithful member of the Cross in the Woods Catholic Church Parish, the Knights of Columbus, and was a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Carvers Club in Mackinaw City. He is survived by his wife, Lola; children, Sylvi Sell of Indian River, Greg (Bernadette) Sell of Charlotte, NC, Joe (Susie) Sell of Wilton, CT, Sonia (Jeff) McDonough of Champlin, MN; grandchildren, Morgan, Camryn, Jordan, Henry and Chloe; brother, Dr. Larry (Nancy) Sell of Curtis, MI.  He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial contributions are suggested to Northern Michigan Regional Hospital Cardiac Care Unit (NMRH CCU). Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River cared for the family.  Those wishing to leave an online condolence may visit www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com |
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Harvey Jongekrijg, age 84, of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, October 13, 2009. Harvey was preceded in death by two sons, Gary Jongekrijg in 1971, and Paul Jongekrijg in 1959.  He was a member of First Protestant Reformed Church of Holland.  Harvey was a member of the church militant and is now a member of the church triumphant. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jennie; children, Allen and Rosalie Jongekrijg, Les and Pat Jongekrijg, Karen and Mark Miedema, Harley and Laura Jongekrijg, Larry and Judi Jongekrijg; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; his in-laws, Grada Jongekrijg, Gertrude Kraker, Ernest and Anna Mae Talsma, Jerry and Jeanne Talsma, Marian Schrotenboer, Betty and Art Van Order. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 16, 2009 at  First Protestant Reformed Church,  3641 104th Avenue, Zeeland.   The Rev. Richard J. Miller will officiate.  Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday at  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland.  Burial will be in Borculo Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Forgotten Man Ministries. www.yntemafh.com   |
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A Memorial Service for Hazel Brooks will be held Saturday, Oct. 17, at 11 a.m. at Covenant Church on U.S. 23 at Abrahamson Road. All who knew her are most welcome to join the family to celebrate her life. |
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Helen Elaine Yahner Helen Elaine Yahner (nee MacDonald), age 88. October 13, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Gilbert. Loving mother of Michael (Jill). Grandmother of five. Also survived by three sisters, Marion, Janette, and Mary. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic, Warren. Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Mass at St. Barnabas Church, 24800 Phlox, Eastpointe. Share memories with the family at www.ahpeters.com. |
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 2:30 PM |
Helen Gertrude Welker, 94, of Midland, died Sunday morning, Oct. 11, 2009, at Bickford Cottage in Midland. |
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Helen L. Howe, 90, of Reading Township, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater. Born May 13, 1919 in Litchfield she was the daughter of Carl and Ella (Sullivan) Coplin. Helen graduated from Litchfield High School and was a dedicated homemaker. She had been a cook at Kyser’s Restaurant in Quincy, the Hillsdale County Fairgrounds, Bud’s Restaurant in Hillsdale, and Kimball Camp. Helen enjoyed sewing and crocheting, but she especially loved baking cookies for her neighbors. On Nov. 19, 1944 she married Earl Howe and he preceded her in death in 1993. Survivors include one daughter, Mary (Stephen) Barr of Reading; one son, Ron (Lois) Howe of Quincy; one sister, Lois Fosbender of Arizona; one brother, Lloyd (Beverly) Coplin of Litchfield; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was also preceded in death by one daughter, Sue Ann Russell; one son,  Paul Lewis Howe; two brothers; and two sisters. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with the Rev. Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Reading. Visitation is scheduled 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Memorials to the Hillsdale County Senior Services Center would be appreciated.   |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 5:14 AM |
Helen Pauline Bailey, age 89, of Portage, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at her daughter's home in Portage. Funeral services are pending. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Helms Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant. |
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Henry Marvin Ramsby, 83, Cheboygan, passed to the Lord peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Friday, Oct. 2, 2009. He was born in Detroit on Sept. 22, 1926 the son of Lawrence and Leanna (Gentes) Ramsby. Upon graduation from Wolverine High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Army-Air Corps and served during World War II as a fighter pilot. He enjoyed flying personal aircraft the remainder of his life. Henry was the C.E.O. and owner of Ramsby Well Drilling in Cheboygan for many years and served on the State of Michigan Well Drillers Board. He was a well respected and successful businessman with a humble, good humored and charitable nature. He enjoyed the Great Lakes and forests and was an avid fisherman and camper. He also enjoyed animals and his dogs Spike and Jack were his outdoor companions. Survivors include his beloved wife and soulmate Mary Kelley Ramsby of Cheboygan; his children, Mary (Joe) Barber of Milford, Cynthia (Charles) Jett of Cheboygan, William Kelley of Cheboygan, Henry S. (Lonna) Ramsby of Traverse City, Michael (Patti) Ramsby of Cheboygan, Timothy Ramsby of Cheboygan and Kristi (Steve) Thomas of Chelsea;  several grandchildren; and great grandchildren. He will be especially missed by his “Poppa Henry” buddies, Alex and Chloe Jett and Achilles and Antasha Barber. Visitation is today from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009 at 2 p.m. also at the funeral home. Military honors will follow the funeral service at the funeral home.  Memorial contributions in Henry’s name may be directed to the Cheboygan County Humane Society, Hospice of Little Traverse Bay or the charity of one’s choice.   |
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Howard Cowan, 84, Wolverine, died Monday, Sept 28, 2009. Memorial services will be Friday, Oct. 23, 2009 at 1 p.m. from the Wolverine Congregational Church, with the Rev. Leroy Sutfin officiating. Contributions in memory of Howard Cowan may be made to the family for special charities, through the Nelson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1548, Gaylord MI 49734. |
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EIKENBERRY, JACK; age 73; of Ortonville; died October 8, 2009. |
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KENNEDY, JOYCE A.; October 12, 2009; age 72; of West Bloomfield. |
James A. Wentworth, 63, of Gladwin, passed away after a long illness, on Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, at the University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. |
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Mr. James R. McKeown, age 70, of Gaylord and formerly of Commerce, Mich., died Friday, Oct. 9, 2009. He was born Oct. 24, 1938, to John and Margaria (Campbell) McKeown in Detroit, Mich. He was married to Jane for 32 years. She preceded him in death on Nov. 15, 2006. |
Jamie Allison (Bethard) VanMeter Sunday, October 11, 2009 1:17 AM |
Jamie Allison (Bethard) VanMeter, 48, of Midland, died Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center. |
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Jean Mae Pete Feb. 18, 1931-Oct. 10, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 2:59 PM |
Jean Mae Pete, age 78 of Monroe, died October 10, 2009 at Fountainview of Monroe. |
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Jennie Turkstra, of Zeeland, formerly of Homewood, Illinois, was called home to glory October 10, 2009. Jennie was born December 11, 1911 in Kalamazoo to Johanna and Ludolf Blaauw.  She grew up in Roseland, a Dutch enclave of Chicago, IL.  She met John   Charles Turkstra and they were married for 54 years.  They were members of Bethany Reformed Church until his death in 1990.  She was also preceded in death by a great-grandson, Charles Andrew Turkstra.  Jennie moved to Royal Park Place in 2000. Mrs. Turkstra is survived by her two children, Barbara and William King Jr. of Holland and Bruce Turkstra of Kirkland, WA; four grandchildren, Wendy and Craig Spoelhof, William and Elizabeth King III, Christopher and Linda Turkstra, and Matthew and Erin Turkstra.   Jennie was blessed with eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be  11:00 a.m. (CST) Thursday, October 15 at the Colonial Chapel, 15525 73rd Ave., Orland Park, IL 60462.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.  Her final resting place will be Chapel Hill Gardens South.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Cameroon America-AIDS Alliance, 489 West Dorset Avenue, Palatine IL 60067-6070.  Local arrangements are by Yntema Funeral Home.  An online registry is available at www.yntemafh.com.     |
67, of Okemos, died Wednesday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. |
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Jessie Niemiec Jessie Niemiec, age 96, of Sterling Heights, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2009, at Evangelical Nursing, Sterling Heights. She was born October 15, 1912, in France. She worked as a cashier, and family members said she enjoyed crocheting and playing bingo. She is survived by her daughter, Christine (George) Montgomery; grandchildren Jeff, Bonnie, and Kirk; also seven great-grandchildren; one great- great-grandson. She was predeceased by her husband, Thaddeus and son Thaddeus Jr. Visitation at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Road, Clinton Township 10 a.m. until noon. A funeral service will be held noon Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visit online at www.mem.com. |
Monday, October 12, 2009 7:39 PM |
Joan E. Treves, 80, of Gaylord, died Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009. Joan was born Sept. 13, 1929 and raised in Detroit, Mich., and was educated by the Detroit Public School System. |
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John J. Smith Oct. 29, 1945-Oct. 8, 2009 Sunday, October 11, 2009 1:24 AM |
John J. Smith, age 63, of Milan died Thursday, October 8, 2009 at the VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor. He was born October 29, 1945 in Monroe, to Stephen and Mary (Balog) Smith. On April 6, 1968 he married Julianna Mester in Milan and she survives. |
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 3:10 AM |
MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. -- John Joseph Turkal, 93, of Menomonee Falls, died Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009, in Menomonee Falls. |
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John Paul "J P" O'Sullivan, 40, died suddenly in Fort Lauderdale Fla., Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009. |
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Juanita C. Jurcak Juanita C. Jurcak, age 67. October 13, 2009. Beloved wife of Joseph A. Dear mother of Michelle (Dan) Hall, Lois (Roger) Ryzyk and Michael (Sharon) Jurcak. Loving grandmother of Jason (Rebecca), Sara (Michael) Bialik, Joseph, Harrison, Rachael, Kathryn, Spencer, Alyssa and Hunter. Great-grandmother of five. Sister of Donald "Bud" (Janet) Menzies, Patricia Menzies, Lois Menzies (Gary Grzebielski) and Thomas (Sandy) Menzies. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Road (north of 15 Mile). Funeral service Saturday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com. |
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Julius C. Lewis, (Uncle Jute) 86, of Brutus, walked on October 12, 2009. He was born March 11, 1923 to Joseph and Mary (Hamlin) Lewis in Burt Lake, Michigan. Julius went to school at Holy Childhood in Harbor Springs. Julius fought in World War II, was wounded 5 times by machine gun fire, and was a Prisoner of War. After the war he married Susan Naganashe on July 10, 1945 in Petoskey. Julius then moved from Brutus to Grand Rapids where he worked as an auto mechanic eventually moving back to Brutus six years ago. He is survived by a daughter Karen Marie (Ron) Boda, grandsons Jesse (Jenny) Boda, Anthony (Alisha) Boda, Ronald Boda II, 5 Great Grandchildren, and several Nieces, Nephews, and cousins. Julius was preceded in death by his wife Susan Marie, son Douglas Allen Lewis, and Grand daughter Constance Marie Boda. Visitation will be held Thursday, October 15, 2009 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Indian Rd. in Brutus at 1:00 P.M. with a Rosary at 6:00 P.M. Services will be held Friday, October 16, 2009 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brutus with visitation starting at 10:00 A.M. with Mass beginning at 11:00 A.M. Arrangements were handled by Charles G. Parks Funeral Home in Petoskey. |
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Junior J. Gary, 76, of Quincy, passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born Dec. 15, 1932 in Albion the son of Albert and Huldah (Strabel) Gary. Junior graduated from Quincy High School in 1951 and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a truck driver for Allied Products in Hillsdale for 17 years, and retired from Acorn Manufacturing Co. in Quincy after 23 years of service. He belonged to the Rathburn IOOF Lodge #167 of Quincy, the Quincy Union Church, and was a former member of the Merry Mixers Square Dance Club. Junior was an avid race-car driver and enthusiast and had raced at Butler, Angola and Manchester speedways. Survivors include his wife, Glenna (Coplin) Gary, whom he married Jan. 11, 1953; two sons, Craig (Julie) Gary of Quincy, Cam (Brenda) Gary of Coldwater; seven grandchildren, Cody, Dustin, Stacey, Benjy, Katie, Spenser and Brandon Gary; and one great-grandchild, Caylen Gary. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Earl, Clifford and Robert. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Quincy Union Church with Pastor Scott Arnold officiating. A memorial gathering of family and friends is scheduled 5-8 p.m.Tuesday including an IOOF Service of Remembrance at 7:45 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy. Burial in Allen Cemetery will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Humane Society of Branch County, 969 Wildwood Road, Quincy MI 49082. |
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Justin H. Morren, 69, of Kihei, Maui, Hawaii, died Sept. 13, 2009, at his home. A memorial service is planned 1 p.m. Saturday at North Hills Christian Reformed Church, 3150 N. Adams Road, Troy. Arrangements are by the Ballard Family Mortuary in Kahului Maui. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:29 AM |
Katherine S. Salata Katherine S. Salata (nee Wise), age 91, of Clinton Township, passed away on October 14, 2009. She was born August 23, 1918, in Detroit. Beloved wife of the late Walter (1974) for 32 cherished years. Loving mother of Judie (Pete) Pius, Jean (the late Raymond) Debrowsky, Nancy (David) Howard, Walter (Paula), Susan (the late Tom) Holden, and Michael. Proud grandmother of 8, and great-grandmother of 9. Predeceased by her dear brothers Martin and George. Katherine was an avid fan of the Detroit Tigers, she loved playing bingo and enjoyed cooking. She was a devoted loving mother who will be sadly missed by everyone. Visitation Thursday 4-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Rd). In lieu of flowers memorial contributions would be appreciated to Hospice of Michigan. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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Kathleen Zwiers, age 72, of Grand Rapids, died Saturday, October 10, 2009, at her home. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Albert in 2002.  She is survived by her children, Kenneth Zwiers of Grand Rapids, Gayle and Carl Kooiker of Holland, David and Michelle Zwiers of Richmond, MO; four grandchildren; one great-grandson; sister, Lillian and Alfred George of Seekonk, MA; sisters and brother-in-law, Mary Coffey of Hartford, CT, Betty and Ronald Regal of Wyoming; several nephews and nieces.  Funeral services will be 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2009  at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland. Reverend Robert Terpstra will be officiating.  Burial will be in West Olive Cemetery.    Visitation will be at Lakeshore Memorial Services on Wednesday from 6:00-7:00 p.m. prior to the service.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland or Zion Christian School.  An on-line registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.   |
Kay Ann Porter, 59, of Manistee, died Sunday, Oct. 11. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Mr. Kenton Nolan Greening Muskegon Formerly of Lansing Mr. Kenton Nolan Greening, age 52, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 after fighting a courageous 8-month battle against melanoma. He was born December 7, 1956 in Lansing to Foster and Marlene (Baker) Greening. He received his Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Michigan State University and began his career as an engineer in 1980 having worked for Howmet and Lear Corp. For the past 3 years, he worked for L-3 Communications Combat Propulsions Systems in Muskegon. He enjoyed fishing with his friends on his boat in Lake Michigan, traveling, music, reading and tending to his flower gardens. Survivors include his parents, Foster and Marlene Greening of Lansing; 2 sisters, Lori Greening of Estes Park, CO, Jan Chappell of Haslett, MI; his nephews and nieces, Caleb and Jacob McCartney, Claire and Alayne Chappell; and his sweetheart, Sarah Gibbins of Cedar, MI. In keeping with Kenton's wishes, there will be no services at this time. Those wishing to extend an expression of sympathy may send a contribution in Kenton's memory to the Muskegon Rescue Mission, 1691 Peck Street, Muskegon, MI 49441. Arrangements handled by The Sytsema Chapel, Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc. 737 Apple Avenue (231) 726-5210. www.sytsemafh.com |
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PATTON, LEEANNE E.; of White Lake Twp.; October 9, 2009; age 29. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 6:32 AM |
RABETTE, LORRAINE, A.; of Clarkston, formerly of Birmingham; October 12, 2009; age 87. |
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Laura Bell Vincent died Aug. 9, 2009, at the Valley Inn Care Facility in Mancos, Colo. She was 78 and died from cancer. There will be a memorial service held in Centreville, where she was born and raised. Mrs. Vincent also lived in Coldwater; Itasca, Ill.; Grand Junction, Colo.; and most recently with her daughter in Durango, Colo. She was born at home, Nov. 30, 1930, to Loring V. Warner and Margaret R. McKinney Warner in Centreville. She grew up on a farm with two younger brothers and graduated high school with a class of 17 students. On June 18, 1959, she married James Lewis Vincent who preceded her in death in 1995. Mrs. Vincent suffered from Alzheimer’s disease. Until the disease debilitated her, she enjoyed and was very involved in many artistic endeavors. She was a talented painter, seamstress, gardener and baker. She is survived by her daughter, Scarlet Alt of Durango, Colo.; and her brother, Daniel Warner of Marshall, Mich. Private family services will be held at a later date.   |
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Laura M. Parmentier Laura M. Parmentier, age 89, passed away October 13, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Palmer. Loving mother of Jerry (Yen-Yen), Judy (Tom) Keener, and Diane (Joe) Tocco. Proud and loving grandmother of Kerry (Andy) Welch, John Parmentier, Kevin Tocco, and the late Brian (Amy) Keener, and great-grandmother of Samuel and Charlotte Keener and Liam and Jake Welch. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Predeceased by 12 brothers and sisters. Visitation Thursday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. vigil. Funeral Friday 8 a.m. from Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile) to St. Ephrem Catholic Church for 9 a.m. Mass. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit. Memorial contributions to Hospice of Henry Ford preferred. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Leon L. Powell Nov. 1, 1939-Oct. 11, 2009 Tuesday, October 13, 2009 1:15 PM |
Leon L. Powell, 69 yrs, of Ida, died Sunday at his residence. |
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Leona Safran, 90, of Reading, passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009 at her home. She was born May 15, 1919 in Detroit to Stanley V. and Mary B. (Guzdziol) Czarniak. She was married Nov. 26, 1947 to Casimir James Safran and he preceded her in death Feb. 4, 1973. Leona formerly was a seamstress at Julie’s, a clothing shop in the Fisher Building in Detroit. She was an active member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Surviving are a daughter, Marie (Mark) Williams of Reading; a son, David (Robin) Safran of Reading; six grandchildren, Kristopher Williams of Shelby Township, Jonathan Williams of Lake Okoboji, Iowa, Mariah Collins of Reading, Joshua Williams of Madison, Wis., Sarah Williams of Reading, Krista (Ken) Coventry of Goodrich and Tanner Morgan; and three great-grandchildren, Layne, Christian and Alora Collins of Reading. Besides her husband, Casimir, she was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Harry Czarniak; and a grandson, James Valentine. A Mass of Christian burial for Leona Safran will be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Father Ioane Sigarara as celebrant. Interment will follow at St. Anthony Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Tuesday with a scripture service at 6:30 p.m. at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to Hospice of Hillsdale County or St. Anthony Catholic Church. To view this obituary and send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com |
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Leslie “Les” Freeman Moose, of Osseo, passed away Monday, Oct. 12, 2009, at home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. He was born Aug. 13, 1931, in Napoleon, Ohio, to Freeman and Lavina Moose. Les graduated from DeVilbis High School in Toledo, Ohio with the class of 1949. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Mark and brother, Burt. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Dorothy (Lauman) Moose; three daughters, Kelly Plonka, Marie Cox and Linda Morris; one stepdaughter, Lin (Ray) Lyons; two stepsons, Gary (Nancy) Lauman and Larry (Christine) Lauman; three sisters, Beverly (Jim) Brown, Karen (Bob) Cordrey, Evon (Kenny) Rufenacht; one sister-in-law, Sue Moose; 16 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; grandson, Jared Rose; and nieces and nephews. Les retired after managing a private estate in Perrysburg for 38 years. He served 10 years on the Sylvania Township Fire Department # 2. He was a Boy Scout leader for 18 years. After retiring he served five years on the Pittsford and Jefferson Township Fire Boards in Michigan. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Pittsford and a member of the Pittsford Lions Club for many years. His greatest joy was going to Beaumont, Texas to fish for the “Big Ones” with his son-in-law, Ray Lyons and grandsons, Justin and Damian Deaz. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Leslie “Les” Freeman Moose will be held at the First Congregational Church of Pittsford (4340 S. Pittsford Road) 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 with Pastor Terry Bobzien officiating. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the First Congregational Church of Pittsford – Building Fund, P.O. Box 207, Pittsford, MI 49271. |
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Lester Lee Gray, 60, of Temperance died Monday at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
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90, of Holt, retired state employee, died Tuesday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
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WAUSAU, Wis. -- Louis Stefano Paoli, 90, of Ironwood, Mich., prominent retired businessman, died Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009, while a patient at the Aspirus Wausau General Hospital in Wausau. |
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Lucille J. Seibert, 97, of Spencerville, Ohio, died Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009, at Roselawn Manor. |
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BARENS, MICHAEL J.; age 57; of Holly; died October 9, 2009. |
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56, of Holt, died Wednesday. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel. |
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Mary Lou Gonser, 73, of LaGrange, Ind., died on Oct. 11, 2009. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange.   |
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Maxine A. Lang, age 86, of Centreville, died Monday Oct. 12, 2009, at her home following a long illness. She was born April 2, 1923, in Louisville, Ky., a daughter of Walter James and Alice Hilda (Kessler) Morris. Following high school, Maxine served in the U.S. Army before attending the University of Indiana. Maxine was married to Robert Salesman in California. Robert was killed while serving his country during World War II. She later moved to Michigan where she met and married George Lang in Three Rivers on Nov. 22, 1958. They resided together in Mendon and Centreville until George’s death in 1998. Maxine worked for many years at the St. Joseph County Health Department and later was a teacher at the Nottawa School. She was an avid reader and attended the Centreville Baptist Church. Maxine is survived by four children, Rosemary Fieselman (Darrel), and Lucille Lang both of Kalamazoo, John Lang (Helen) of Mendon and James Lang (Marcia) of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Helen Morris of New Albany, Ind.; and a niece, Ann. She was preceded in death by her parents; her two husbands; a grandson, Keith Lang; and a nephew, Steve Morris. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Lytle Funeral Chapel, 423 W. Main St., Madison, Ind., where the family will receive friends for two hours prior to services. Burial will be in Monroe Cemetery in Madison. Memorials may be directed to your local Humane Society. Online register is available and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.    |
Melvin L. Hammond Grand Ledge Mel went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at the age of 76. He was born and raised in Lansing on September 2, 1933, the son of Lewis and Elsie (Joslyn) Hammond. He worked his entire career for Oldsmobile from the time he attended GMI until his retirement in 1993. He enjoyed golfing, singing, dancing, traveling, spending time with friends and family and "making sawdust" in his workshop. He loved and followed his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and was deeply involved in his church. He sang in the choir, taught Sunday School and was a lay minister. Mel was part of the Young At Heart (YAH) singers. He was preceded in death by his parents; in-laws, Lynn and Margaret Munroe; brother, Bill Hammond, sisters-in-law, Kit and Esther Hammond and daughter-in-law, Alicia Hammond. Surviving are his loving wife, Mary; children, Steve (Marta) Hammond of Springfield, MO, Rick (Dee) Hammond of Lansing, Tom (Heather) Hammond of St.Johns and Ginny (Mike) Didur of Ludington; grandchildren, Steve and Ryan Bretz, Maggie (John) Diemer, Christopher Didur and Brian Hammond; great grandchildren, Joshua and Alex Bretz, Asher Diemer; brother, Bob Hammond; brother-in-law, Lynn (Barb) Munroe; many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Mel's life will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 7533 W. St. Joseph. The family will receive friends one hour before service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 7533 W. St. Joseph, Lansing, MI 48917, Youth For Christ, P.O. Box 80555, Lansing, MI 48908 or Young Life, P.O. Box 2920 Colorado Springs, CO 80901. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.palmerbush.com. |
76, of Delta Township, retired General Motors engineer, died Tuesday. Memorial services 11 a.m. Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel. |
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Michael Hall, 31, of Holland, died Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009. A funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 480 North 152nd Ave., Holland.  Visitation will be Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (7 p.m. will be a time for prayers and sharing) at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., in Holland and also on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. prior to Mass at Our Lady of the Lake.   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. |
57, of Charlotte, formerly of Mason and Holt, Vietnam War Army veteran and Coffing Data Warehouse master instructor, died Oct. 3. Graveside services 9:30 a.m. Friday at Markham Cemetery, Holt, and memorial services 11 a.m. Friday at Trinity Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
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Michael John Hulet Michael John Hulet passed away on October 11, 2009, at Mariners Hospital, Tavernier, Florida Keys. Mike proudly managed his family's business, the Ragged-Edge Resort, in Islamorada, Florida Keys, where he loved to fish the local waters. After graduating from Lakeview High School in St. Clair Shores, Michigan (class of 1976) he worked as a marine mechanic in Michigan, California and Florida. He is survived by his beloved wife, Rhonda; father, James; brothers, Jim and Bill; sisters-in-law, Meg Hulet and Karen Kowalczyk; brother-in-law, Ken Kowalczyk; and in-laws, Sue and Robert VanHollenbeck. "Uncle Mike" will be sadly missed by nieces, Jamie and Katie Hulet, and nephews, Billy Hulet, Kurtis & Kyle Kowalczyk. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Patricia Hulet. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, October 17, 2009, beginning with a fellowship gathering at 10 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI (Phone 586-775-2424). In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Mike's name are suggested to Charisma Key and Keys Cops for Kids, 470 52nd St., Marathon, FL 33050. |
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Mildred E. Parker, 74, of Rollin Township, Hudson, passed away Thursday Oct. 1, 2009, at the Provincial House of Adrian. She was born Dec. 22, 1934, in Putnam County, Ohio, to Paul E. and Barbara E. (Bendele) Sroufe. She married Richard E. Parker June 21, 1958 in Addison, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 18, 2003. Mildred was raised in Ohio and in North Adams and in her married years she lived in Clayton and then in Rollin Township for many years. She graduated from North Adams High School in 1954. She was formerly employed at Lee Stamping in Addison and then she was employed at Rima Manufacturing in Hudson for several years, retiring in 1995. She drove test cars at M.I.S. several years ago. She enjoyed sewing and crossword puzzles. Surviving are one daughter, Sherrie (Jody) Manes of Britton; two grandchildren, Kristy Swartwood and her fiancé Brandon Guinn of Adrian, Matthew Swartwood of Britton; two great-grandchildren, Nicholas McComb and Kole Guinn; three sisters, Betty Gauze of Michigan Center, Pat (Jerry) Robinson of Addison, Ethel Bates of Hudson; two brothers, Lawrence (Betty) Sroufe of Beaverton, Mich., Robert (Nancy) Sroufe of Cave Creek, Ariz.; several nephews, nieces and cousins, and her dog Smokey. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Jim, Melvin and Richard Sroufe and one sister, Doris Sroufe. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with the Rev. Doug Bilby officiating. Burial will take place in the Rollin Friends Cemetery, Rollin Township, Lenawee County, Mich.. The visitation will be from 2-7 p.m. on Sunday. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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Nadyne Lichty, 87, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday morning, Oct. 11, 2009, at Sturgis Hospital. She was born June 29, 1922, in Hillsdale, a daughter of the late Maxwell and Vera (Stevens) Poynter. She graduated with the class of 1940 from Bryan High School in Bryan, Ohio. On July 17, 1943, she married John Lichty, her high school sweetheart, in Eugene, Ore. John was at the time stationed in Eugene, Oregon with the U.S. Army Air Corp during World War II. Nadyne was a full-time homemaker, loving wife, devoted mother, proud and adoring grandmother and great grandmother. She attended when possible all the special activities and events of her large family over the years. She found time to travel often with her husband on many of his business trips for the Kirsch Company and L.C. Clark publishing of Jupiter, Florida. For many years, Nadyne was involved in various local school and hospital activities, especially the Sturgis Hospital guilds and fundraisers. She served as co-chairperson of the hospital gift shop guild for several years. From 1975-1976 she served as the president of the Hospital Auxiliary. In her Jupiter, Fla., condo community she served as co-chairperson of the entertainment committee for several years and was very active in the bridge group. She was an avid reader and enjoyed swimming. Nadyne had a true passion for the game of bridge and was an original member of a bridge club in Sturgis that has survived for more than 50 years. In recent years she had suffered from numerous health problems that limited her activities. Her ready smile, quiet, pleasant manner and excellent cooking will be long remembered and sorely missed by her family and many friends. She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, John Jay; two daughters, Leanne Schoenherr of Kalamazoo and Mary (Dave) Gebhardt of Grand Rapids; a son, John R. Lichty of Shawnee, Okla.; eight grandchildren, Anna, Kate, Jay, Sarah, Alex, Debbie, David and Dan; eight great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Marjorie “Midge” Culbertson and Eugenia Poynter, both of Bryan, Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Jeffrey Scott Lichty; two brothers, Robert Poynter and Richard Poynter; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Geraldine and Jim Gleason. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 1-1:45 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes  Rosenberg Chapel, Sturgis, where memorial services celebrating the life of Nadyne Lichty will begin at 2 p.m. The Rev. Michael Wicks of the First Presbyterian Church of Sturgis and the Rev. Robert Keim, longtime friend of the family, will officiate. A graveside committal of the ashes will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Lichty’s memory consider the Sturgis District Library, 255 North St., Sturgis, MI 49091 or Thurston Woods Village, 307 N. Franks Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Sept. 18, 1936-Oct. 11, 2009 Nancy was born in Jamestown, N.Y., to James Tolford and Sally Rodabaugh in the fall of 1936. She grew up in Lenawee County with her natural siblings, Diane, Duane, Danny and Desira. During Nancy’s adulthood, her widowed mother married Sy Rodabaugh who brought nine more siblings into their family. Sy still lives in Brooklyn, Mich., at the age of 91 years old. Nancy attended Adrian schools until her senior year and graduated from Onsted High School in 1954. She met her first husband, Ivan Stuart, and soon married, following him to Puerto Rico. She lived on the Caribbean Island for 23 years with their children, James (Christine) Stuart, Debbie Marine and Sally (Rev. Ervin) York. The years in Puerto Rico developed a love and passion in Nancy for less fortunate ones. She became a fine seamstress, often making garments for the neighborhood women with perhaps a chicken for pay. They would call her “la gringa” as a term of endearment because she never failed to charm all those she met. She began her lifetime career as an activity director and caregiver with the Department of Aging in Utuado. Her love for the elderly continued throughout her life. Nancy immersed herself in the Spanish culture, was involved in the children’s school plays and quickly mastered their native language. Nancy brought into the children’s lives her heritage; a love for the Michigan Wolverines, homemade doughnuts, carving pumpkins and the game of poker. After the children were all adults Nancy moved back to Michigan, her home state, to spend the next phase of her journey near her family. At the age of 48 years old, she learned to play golf and demonstrated mastery when she made two holes-in-one, which were witnessed by partners and siblings alike. Nancy was very competitive and loved to show all her grandchildren how to improve their game. In 1984 she met and married George Bissett from Toledo, Ohio, where she quickly adapted to a new life of friends and golf. They shared the same passion for this sport and dancing. On the dance floor, Nancy and George could sweep a floor together with much grace and expertise. After retirement they came to Hillsdale and Nancy continued her love for senior citizens, volunteering for meals on wheels and visiting several foster homes with her baskets full of goodies. It was in Hillsdale that Nancy soon testified about her salvation experience. She attended and continued to grow as a Christian at Concord Christian Fellowship, Osseo Freewill Baptist and at Root Cellar Ministries. Nancy was blessed with 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and two on the way.  Some of her favorite people, along with a special son-in-law, Jerry, were Marine, Jeannie, April, Jan, Christina, Pat and Alice, Dr. Kimball and her beloved Dr. March. Please know that you are in our hearts forever. Nancy lived life with passion and now she dances in the streets of gold in the Presence of her Lord! It is Nancy’s wish that any contributions on her behalf be sent to Root Cellar Ministries-Mission Fund. She also requested that casual attire be worn for the Memorial service. A Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 2 p.m. at Hillsdale City Church in Hillsdale. Interment will take place at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery in Adrian. 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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Naoma F. Rubley, 82 of Bronson, died Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. She had been in failing health.  The service will be Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Bronson First Baptist Church with Pastor John Fields officiating. Interment will follow at East Gilead Cemetery in Gilead Twp. Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 16 from 4 -7 p.m. at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson, and on Saturday prior to the service, beginning at 10 a.m. at the church.  Naoma was born October 10, 1927 in Gilead Twp. to Francis and Willow (Harley) Rubley and was a lifelong resident of Branch County.  Ms. Rubley graduated from Mt. Carmel School of Nursing in Detroit. She practiced nursing at Coldwater Community Hospital and Sturgis Memorial Hospital, retiring after 25 years as an Industrial Nurse for the Kirsch Co. in Sturgis. Naoma had attended the Bronson First Baptist Church and spent much time gardening and bird watching, keeping diaries of the birds she would see each day. She enjoyed studying her family genealogy and playing dominos and adored her many pets over the years.  Naoma is survived by her brothers Doran (Margaret) Rubley of Albion and Richard (Daisy) Rubley of Coldwater, her sister Charlotte Rubley of Bellwood, Ill., her sister-in-law Katherine Rubley of Coldwater and 46 nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her four brothers Gerald, Elton, Gilbert and Allen Charles Rubley, her sisters Violet Hope Eberhard and Elaine Alice Rubley, her brother-in-law Phillip Eberhard and her sisters-in-law Patricia Rubley and Jean Rubley.  Memorials may be directed to the Bronson First Baptist Church for Missions. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook.   |
Natalie Shoup, 93, formerly of Manistee, died Thursday, Oct. 8 in Twin Falls, Idaho. The Johnson Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Other deaths Emil A. Hass III, 53, of St. Clair Shores, A.H. Peters Funeral Home, Warren |
"Welcome home, thou good and faithful servant." We can just imagine the joy that Jim experienced as he walked into his Savior's arms and heard those words on Friday morning, Oct. 9, 2009; going from his loved ones at home immediately to his Lord. This is what he had looked forward to and taught all of his life. His only regret was leaving Kathleen, his wife, behind. They shared 40 years of love and work together and their's was truly a love story. Everything that Jim, as a pastor, had conveyed to couples before marriage and during marriage counseling he lived himself. Jim and Kathleen completed each other and had truly "become one". |
67, of St. Johns, Hobart Corp. employee and retired Ciba Geigy Corp. employee, died Oct. 10. Services 11 a.m. Saturday at New Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. |
47, of DeWitt, State Farm Insurance agent, died Saturday. Services noon today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, DeWitt Chapel. |
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Paul Winchester, 88, of Holland, died at his home Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009. Arrangements will be announced by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes Inc. |
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Pauline Groenewoud, 84, of Fennville, died Monday, Oct. 12, 2009, at her home. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Saugatuck Christian Reformed Church, 6591 Old Allegan Road, Saugatuck. Burial will take place in Olive Township Cemetery. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Mulder Chapel. www.lifestorynet.com |
Pearl Catherine Stacer, age 73, passed away on Oct. 9, 2009 at home. |
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BAER, ROBERT WILLIAM; of Waterford; October 11, 2009; age 54; born April 20, 1955 in Pontiac, MI. |
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CLEVENGER, RONALD DALE; age 64; of Waterford; October 11, 2009. |
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Ramon Almanza, 60, of Holland, died Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at his home. Funeral services will be  at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 171 W. 13th St., Holland. Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Friday at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. Burial will be Pilgrim Home 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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The Rev. Dr. John Dean McDowell, 86, entered the church triumphant on Monday, Oct. 12, 2009. |
65, of Mulliken, retired General Motors employee, died Saturday. Memorial services 2 p.m. today at Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
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Richard E. Drobek Richard E. Drobek, age 67, passed away October 14, 2009. Beloved husband of Geraldine "Geri" for 37 cherished years. Loving brother of Diane (Perry) Johnson. Proud and loving uncle of Renee (Peter) Rubino, Theresa (Mike) O' Donnell and Perry, Peter and Preston Johnson. Also survived by several great-nieces and nephews, many close relatives and friends, and his cocker spaniel, Buffy. Mr. Drobek proudly served in the U.S. Army, and retired from Chrysler in 2000 after 36 years of dedicated service. Visitation Friday 3-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Mass at St. Anne Catholic Church, 32000 Mound (between 13 Mile and 14 Mile roads), Warren. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
79, of Grand Ledge, retired General Motors general supervisor of material handling, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Saturday at Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
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Richard L. “Dick” Wright, age 77, of Adrian passed away Monday, Oct. 12, 2009, with his family at his side. He was born Nov. 14, 1931, in Massillon, Ohio, to Donald and Marie (Bell) Wright. Dick served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. On Aug. 23, 1958, he married Gay Lee Evans in Canton, Ohio. Last year Dick and Gay celebrated their 50th anniversary with their family at Lake Michigan. Dick earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Bowling Green State University and his Master’s Degree from Eastern Michigan University.  He also held a Specialist Degree in Occupational Work Experience.  Dick was a former member of the West Adrian United Church of Christ. He taught math at Madison Schools for seven years and architectural and mechanical drafting in the Sylvania, Ohio, schools for 25 years, retiring in 1989. While at Madison, he also taught drivers training and served as Athletic Director. In his retirement, he worked at Springbrook Middle School where he was in charge of detention.  Dick loved golf.  He helped start the Lenawee County Golf Association and served as the chairman. During his golfing career, he hit a hole-in-one five times. He was a member of the Lenawee Country Club, a life member of the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584 and a member of the W.C. Stark Post #97 American Legion. He was also a member of Phi Delta Chapter of Kappa Sigma Fraternity and its alumni association. Dick was an avid bowler and enjoyed gardening and fishing. In addition to his wife of more than 51 years, Gay, he is survived by a son, Douglas Lee Wright of Toledo; two daughters, Margot Lee (Norbert) Hoffman of Westerville, Ohio, and Lynda Lee (John) Gercak of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Rebekah Lee Wright, Matthew Scott Braun (Gercak), twins, Mitchell David and Kayla Marie Gercak; and a sister, Delores Allman of Massillon, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Donna Bach. The funeral service for Dick will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Gene Reitz officiating and military honors conducted by the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584. Burial will be private. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Dick may be made to the Parkinson Support Group of Lenawee or Maple Avenue Bible Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.  |
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Robert Dwain Burton, son of the late Robert W. Burton and Tiny P. (Holst) Burton, was born on Aug. 14, 1940, in Lisbon, Mo., and passed away on Oct. 9, 2009, in Springfield, Mo., at the age of 69, after 35 years of dialysis. Dwain was united in marriage to Marilyn J. Gilbo on June 18, 1961, in Sturgis.  Three children were born to this union. He is survived by his mother, Tiny Burchard of Sturgis; his wife of 48 years, Marilyn of their home; a sister, Joyce Aldrich and her husband, Bob, of Demming, New Mexico; a brother, Kevin Burton and his wife, Rose, of Sturgis; a daughter, Justine Burton of Searcy, Ark.; two sons: Robert Burton and his wife, Paula, and Jason Burton and his wife, Tanisha, all of Mountain Grove, Mo.; eight grandchildren, Nicole, Rachel, and Amber, all of Searcy, Ark., and Jessica, Rob, Hesston, Samuel, Kloe, and Alyssa, all of Mountain Grove; a great-grandson, Haiden, of Searcy; and many other relatives and friends who will miss him deeply. Dwain enjoyed being with his family, fishing, and music. He always wore a smile and never knew a stranger.  His latest accomplishment was his book, “Not too Late to Weep,” published by AuthorHouse. He wanted to share with the world the story of his life and his relationship with God while living with the challenges of a life with dialysis.  “After 35 years I am still thankful for the machine, and that I get to dialyze, and live another day.  I never say I have to dialyze, but I get to dialyze.” A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 24, at the Manes School gym in Mountain Grove.  Everyone is welcome to enjoy good food and good memories. |
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Robert Eugene Blakley, age 66, of Mancelona passed away Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009, at the Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was born July 18, 1943, in Addison, to Harold Eugene and Bonita Ruth (Jones) Blakley. Robert retired from the Ford Motor Company in Rawsonville. Currently he was a shuttle bus driver for the Shanty Creek Resort. Robert was a lifetime member of the  V.F.W. Annis-Fint Post #1584 and the FOE in the Irish Hills. He enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing and golfing. Robert is survived by two brothers, Joseph (Sylvia) Blakley of Bremen, Ind., and Arthur (Kathy) Blakley of Jonesville; one sister, Marguerite (Ronald) Higgins of Onsted; 12 nieces and nephews, 30 great-nieces and nephews, and two great-great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, a brother, James in 2001; and a nephew, Jamie. Funeral services for Robert will be held on Friday, Oct. 16, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh with full military graveside rites conducted by the V.F.W. Annis-Fint Post #1584. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family of Robert Blakley. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:29 AM |
Robert James Penzak Robert James Penzak, age 70, died October 12, 2009. Beloved husband of 49 years to Janet of Sterling Heights, Mich. Dear father of Scott (Deborah) Penzak of Gaithersburg, Md. Loving son of Lena and the late John Penzak of Sterling Heights, Mich. Beloved brother-in-law of Tom Price of Southfield, Mich. Visitation is Thursday 2 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blocks east of Van Dyke) Utica. Friday, funeral service at Grace Episcopal Church, 115 S. Main Street, Mount Clemens, instate at church at 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., service at 11 a.m. Donations appreciated to American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. Please share a memory with the family at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com. |
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Rosalyn Rozmarek, 85, of Manistee, died Saturday, Oct. 3. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
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84, of Lansing, World War II Navy veteran, died Wednesday. Services 4 p.m. Oct. 24 at Haslett Community Church. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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HUBBELL, Mich. -- Ruth E. Daniels, 82, formerly of Ontonagon, passed away peacefully at Our Lady of Mercy Nursing home in Hubbell on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009. |
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Ruth M. Neitzert, 85 of Coldwater died Wed. Oct. 14, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch Co.  Arrangements are pending at the Gillespie Funeral Home.   |
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 6:23 AM |
ZERILLI, SALVATORE VINCENZO; age 81; October 11, 2009. |
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Sandy Wells, 61, of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, at his home. He was born July 3, 1948 in Detroit to Emmett H. and Helen (McIntosh) Wells. Sandy was a self-employed antique dealer. He attended the Gulf Oil Dealer School. He was a national William Bronnfield Winner for the Gainesville, Fla., Jaycees in 1982. He was on the Outstanding Young Men Listing and he received many other awards for community service. Survivors include two daughters, Monique Love of New York, and Erika Wells of Salt Lake City, Utah; an uncle, Gene McIntosh of Hillsdale; and several cousins. At Sandy’s request, cremation has taken place. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Shirley M. Schubert, passed away Tuesday evening, Oct. 7, 2009, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center in Midland. |
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Sophie (Sophia Skop) Francis, of Lakes of the North and formerly of Boyne Falls, went to rejoice with the Lord Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009. |
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91, of Lansing, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at Paradise Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home. |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:29 AM |
Stephanie S. Blair Stephanie S. Blair "Stephie," age 90. Died October 10, 2009, at Sunrise Senior Living Center in West Bloomfield, Mich. Born April 7, 1919, in Schenectady, New York. Graduated with a master's in nursing at Wayne State University, registered nurse in Wayne County, retired from Herman Kiefer as an assistant director. Avid collector of antiques and loved to travel. Loving aunt of Mary Ann (Al) Christie, Frances Kennedy, Ann Mienaltowski, Chester (Susan) Mienaltowski, Sharon (Leland) Logsdon, David (Kim) Sobotka, Nancy Sobotka, and many great-, and great-great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband, Earl Blair, siblings, Alex Sobotka, Jane Mienaltowski, Stanley Sobotka and nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, October 15, 2009, 3-8 p.m. at S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot Avenue at Toepfer (8 1/2 Mile) in Eastpointe. Funeral Mass: In state Friday 9:30 a.m. at Assumption Grotto Catholic Church, 13770 Gratiot, Detroit until time of funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment: Assumption Grotto Cemetery. Memorials to American Heart Association. Condolences can be sent to www.schultzfuneralhome.com. |
Steven Ray McNaughton Nov. 1, 1967-Oct. 10, 2009 Tuesday, October 13, 2009 12:21 PM |
Steven Ray McNaughton was born on November 1, 1967 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. |
Steven Ray McNaughton Oct. 10, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
Steven Ray McNaughton age 41, died at 11:53 p.m., Saturday in the ICU of Toledo Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
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ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Stuart Edwin Olson, 75, of Ontonagon, passed away Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, at Aspirus Long Term Care Facility in Ontonagon. |
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REXFORD, TERRY E.; of Waterford; October 14, 2009; at age 54. |
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BALZER, THELMA WAANANEN; age 84; of Oxford, formerly of Troy, MI; passed away October 13, 2009. |
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GREENLEES, THOMAS ALLEN; age 68; October 13, 2009; of Troy. |
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 6:23 AM |
FOLLIS, THOMAS D. "TOMMY"; of Clarkston; died October 11, 2009; at 18 years of age. |
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DAVIS, TRUMAN LAWRENCE; of Elmira, formerly of Waterford; October 12, 2009; age 78; born January 4, 1931 in Clarksburg, WV. |
42, of Webberville, died Saturday. Services 6 p.m. Friday at MacDonald's Funeral Home, Howell. |
The Rev. Dr. John Dean McDowell Wednesday, October 14, 2009 11:36 AM |
The Rev. Dr. John Dean McDowell, 86, entered the church triumphant on Monday, Oct. 12, 2009. |
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Theresa Rose (DeRose) Spagnuolo Lansing Theresa, 91, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family, October 13, 2009. She was born in Lansing, March 5, 1918 the daughter of Peter DeRose and Virginia (Spagnuolo) DeRose Simone. She lived in Lansing and Mason most of her life. Theresa married Paul William Spagnuolo March 3, 1935. They worked at Superior Distributing until his death in 1964. Preceded in death by her husband of 29 years, her parents, sister Mary C. DeRose, step-father Vit'Antonio (Tony) Simone, step-brother Mike Simone, step-sister Rose (Simone) Larson, half sister Betty Simone, half brother Vit'Antonio (Junior) Simone and great-granddaughter Jamie Jackson. She is survived by her eight children, Charlie (Gini) Spagnuolo, Holt, Paula Spagnuolo, Lansing, Anita (Ron) Palmer, Okemos, Kathy (Jerry) Jackson, DeWitt, Ted (Marian Kay) Spagnuolo, Indianapolis, Indiana, Jim (Sue) Spagnuolo, Grand Ledge, Loretta(Bob) Blackburn, Lansing and Roseanne (Tom) Sherwood, Lansing. Also surviving are her brother Paul M. DeRose, East Lansing, half-sister Agnes (Art) Hotchkiss, East Lansing, half-brother Joe Simone, Boston, MA, step-brother Ralph (Lorraine) Simone, Mason. She leaves behind 24 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great grand children and many nieces and nephews. Theresa was a member of Holy Cross Parish, also a charter member of St. Gerard Parish and a member of Kitchen Madonna Circle. She was active at St. James Parish in Mason where she was Altar Society President for many years and loved singing in the choir. Theresa was recognized in 2002 by the State of Michigan for her 31 years of service to the Inter-faith community. She was a friend, a mentor, and an inspiration to all of those around her. Her engagement with the women of Inter-Faith and the churches generated many, lasting friendships. She enjoyed painting, crossword puzzles, dancing, music, crocheting (her tablecloth won a blue ribbon at the Ingham County Fair), visiting casinos, attending all family functions, and her greatest love, traveling. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 16, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., with visitation 1 hour prior, at Catholic Community of St. Jude, 801 N. Bridge Street, DeWitt, MI with Rev. Dwight Ezop as celebrant. Rite of committal will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Lansing, MI. Visitation will be Thursday, October 15, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI with the Rosary being prayed at 7:00 p.m. Grandchildren Charles (Chip) Spagnuolo, Steve Palmer, Ken Jackson, Rick Spagnuolo, Gina (Spagnuolo) Dean, Matt Blackburn, Richard Sherwood will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Sparrow Hospice. www.gorslineruncimanfuneralhomes.com |
55, of Mason, died Oct. 10. Services 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Peter Catholic Church, Eaton rapids. Arrangements by Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
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Timothy Last, 61, of Stapleton, N.Y., remembered as gardener and avid animal lover, died Thursday in his home. Mr. Last was born in Cheboygan where he lived until moving to Brooklyn after graduation. He moved to West Brighton seven years ago before settling in Stapleton a year ago. He worked for several law offices in Manhatttan as a document processor before being laid off three months ago. For the past seven years, Mr. Last volunteered with Friends of Abandoned Cemeteries. He enjoyed reading, gardening, music, cooking, and doing the New York Times crossword puzzles. He loved animals and owned five parakeets. He also enjoyed bike riding and was unknown for riding all over the Island. Mr. Last is survived by his brother, Greg Last, and his mother, Betty Last. He was preceded in death by his father Robert Last. Arrangements, including cremation, were handled by the Meislohn-Silvie Funeral Home, Port Richland. |
Timothy Lee "Tim-Tim Coco Puff" Smith Thursday, October 15, 2009 5:14 AM |
Mar. 9, 1988 - Oct.12, 2009 Timothy Lee Smith, age 21, of Alma, passed away Monday, October 12, 2009 at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw. |
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MARGARET ZOULEK, 89, of Traverse City, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009.Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 16, at 2 p.m., with visitation from noon, at the Covell Funeral Home, Traverse City.Arrangements are entrusted to the Covell Funeral Home, Traverse City. |
Vantoy Evans May 5, 1930-Oct. 10, 2009 Monday, October 12, 2009 11:32 AM |
Vantoy Evans, age 79, of Bean Station, formerly of Tazewell, TN passed away October 10, 2009 at his home. |
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Vantoy Evans, age 79, of Bean Station, Tenn., formerly of Tazewell, Tenn., passed away October 10, 2009 at his home. |
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Vernon (Pete) James, 87 of Coldwater, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 12, 2009 at home following a long illness. Pete was a longtime resident of Branch County. He was the son of the late Merle and Myrtle (Connor) James. He was born on April 17, 1922 in Homer. He served his country in the United States Army from 1944 to 1947. Pete was a retired logger and, after retirement, he fulfilled his time by fishing and transporting Amish. He is survived by two sisters, Jessie Nichols and Jake Thomas; sons Vernon and Wilma James of Ohio and Milio and Marlene James of South Carolina; and one son-in-law, Larry Dubois; two daughters Nila Harmon of Bronson, Myrtle Thompson of Coldwater; 18 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by Ester Lindsey (children's mother), Rita James (wife), one daughter Beverly Dubois, one brother Leonard James, one sister Violet Chatfield, one granddaughter Heather James, one grandson Bobby Lindsey, two son-in-laws David Donley and John Harmon and one grandson-in-law Tony Cardella. Graveside services will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery at a later date.  For more info, call Myrtle Thompson at (517) 677-3724. Memorials may be made to the family.   |
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Vida M. Richards, 84, Onaway, formerly of Indian River and Kent, Ohio, died Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009 at home. Funeral arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home. |
86, of Lansing, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Saturday at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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W. Stewart 'Stew' Niblack, Jr. Wednesday, October 14, 2009 6:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
W. Stewart “Stew” Niblack, Jr. age 79, of Hillsdale, died Monday, Oct. 12, 2009, at his home. Stew was formerly of Britton and spent his winters in Haines City, Fla. He was born Aug. 2, 1930, in Hillsdale to William S. and Marjorie A. (Miner) Niblack, Sr. He graduated from Britton High School. Stew attended Hillsdale College, Wayne State School of Mortuary Science and graduated from Eastern Michigan University. On June 22, 1968, he married Cassie D. Williams. She preceded him in death on Nov. 8, 2000. Stew served in the U.S. Navy from 1951 – 1954, during the Korean War. Stew has worked for funeral homes in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek until becoming the owner and operator of the Niblack Home for Funerals in Britton form 1963 – 1975. He then worked for United Bank and Trust as Branch Office Manager in Britton until his retirement in 1992. Stew had been a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Britton, the Tecumseh Masons Lodge 69 and the Glen H. Daykin American Legion Post 155 in Britton. He loved to fish. Stew is survived by three sons, W. Scott Niblack and his wife, Kim of Fowlerville, Mich., W. Shawn Niblack and his wife, Carol of St. Charles, Mo. and William S. Niblack III and his wife, Natalie of Tecumseh; two daughters, Denise McCormack and her husband, Jimroy of Holland, and Wendee (Saige) Richardson and her husband, T.J. of Dimondale, Mich.; two sisters, Marcella Lidster and her husband, Raymond of Britton and Penny Becker of Lenoir City, Tenn.; 12 grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, Cassie, he was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Patricia Beach and a grandson, Justice William Richardson. Funeral services for Stew will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Grace United Methodist Church in Britton with the Rev. Amy Mayo-Moyle officiating. Burial will be in Ridgeway Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.    Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.  Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Wanda Lou Cooper, 50, of Colon, died unexpectedly Oct. 10, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born Jan. 22, 1959, in LaGrange, Ind., a daughter of Otho and Mary (Cantrell) Burnett. She was a resident of the Colon area for many years. She worked as a housecleaner and was employed in recreational vehicle manufacturing. She was a member of Church of Christ. She enjoyed her grandchildren and cleaning. Surviving are her life companion, Steve Siscoe of Colon; three daughters, Christyl (Michael) Burnett-Evens of Delton, Jasmine (William) Mock of Colon, and Sadie (Michael) Grandstaff of White Pigeon; her mother, Mary (Ed) Ward of Three Rivers; nine grandchildren, Maddelyn, Carley and Avree Grandstaff, Paige and Jett Broker, Andrew, Domonick and Lilly Mock, and Jonah Burnett-Evans; two sisters, Bonnie Sue (Hank) Hendrick of Sturgis, Ann (Paul) Monson of White Pigeon; four nieces, Caitlyn Pederson, Molly Monson, Sheila (Marvin) Maloy and Shelly (Brian) Fox; and a nephew, Richard Monson. She was preceded in death by her father, Otho Burnett; a brother, Gary Burnett; and two stepsisters, Barbara and Joan Ward. Visitation is 1:30-2:30 p.m. Friday at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon, where funeral services will take place at 2:30 p.m., with Pastor Nancy Zerban of the United Church of Wayland officiating. Burial will follow in White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. |
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Sept. 27, 1920-Oct.12, 2009 Warren L. McGuire, 89, long time Clare County businessman and lifelong resident of Farwell, died peacefully on Monday, October 12, 2009, comforted by the thoughts, prayers and presence of family and friends. |
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