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Barbara Alice Michels Barbara Alice Michels, age 68, of Warren, passed away Tuesday at Triumphs Hospital in Detroit. She was employed for over 30 years by the State of Michigan. Survived by brother, David (Sharon) Michels. Barbara is the aunt of Jason (Sandra) Michels and Kelly Michels, and the great-aunt of Matthew and Eric. She was predeceased by her parents, Harold and Mary Michels. Funeral 11 a.m., Saturday at Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 NB Gratiot, Mount Clemens. Visiting hours are 3-9 p.m., Friday. |
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Benny Bednarowski Benny Bednarowski, age 79, passed away October 27, 2009. Beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Lesnak) for 53 years. Loving father of Kenneth (Debbie), Kevin, Karl (Gail), and Kurt (Karen). Proud and loving "Pops" of 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Predeceased by one brother and three sisters. Mr. Bednarowski was proud to serve as a medic in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and was a member of the VFW 6250 in Sterling Heights. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Instate Saturday 8 a.m. until time of 9 a.m. Mass at St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 38900 Dodge Park at 17 Mile Road. Interment, Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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Betty Jane Creque June 3, 1920-Oct. 23, 2009 Sunday, October 25, 2009 12:40 AM |
Betty Jane Creque, 89, of Ottawa Lake, MI, passed away Friday October 23, 2009, at the Ebeid Hospice Center, Sylvania. |
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Calvin John "Bing" King, 83, of Cheboygan, passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009 at Hospice House in Cheboygan. Private family services will be held at a later date. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
Carl C. Ellison April 22, 1919-Oct. 24, 2009 Monday, October 26, 2009 11:30 AM |
Carl C. Ellison, age 90 of Dundee, Michigan, died at 1:08 p.m. Saturday, October 24, 2009 in his home. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 3:42 PM |
Carolyn Helen Worde, 53, of Gaylord, died Oct. 26, 2009, at her residence. She was born on Feb. 17, 1956, to Don and Alice (Erb) McDuff in Traverse City. |
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Duane Mercer, of Jerome passed away Friday, Oct. 16, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. He was born March 6, 1921, in North Adams the son of Glen and Julia (Trumble) Mercer.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Ernestine (Pickford) Mercer whom he married on Dec. 24, 1943; his parents; one infant son and one brother, William Mercer. He is survived by three children, William (Katherine) Mercer of Albuquerque, N.M., Bonny (Ray “Tex”) Hawkins of Jonesville, and Nancy (Mark) Wilcox of Havelock, N.C.; nine grandchildren, William (Reneé) Mercer, Brenda Mercer, Brock (Robyn) Mercer, Kim (Rob) Moreland, Kelly (fiance Jim Smith) Elliott, Kristin (Scott) Deck, Ernestine (Jeff) Jones, Trudy Wilcox and Rebecca Wilcox; eight great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Mercer was a lifelong resident of the Hillsdale County area and he lived in the oldest Sesqui-Centennial farm in the county of Hillsdale. He graduated from Addison High School and enjoyed working as a farmer for many years. He retired as a plumber after working for more than 30 years and he was a member of Local 333 Plumbers and Pipe Fitters. He also attended the Jerome United Methodist Church. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Duane Mercer will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in North Adams at 1 p.m. Wednesday. Interment will take place in the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home in North Adams. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.   |
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Chad R. Johnson, 32, of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009. He was born April 20, 1977, in Fort Wayne, to Keith and Karen (Bragalone) Johnson. He attended North Park Community Church. Surviving are daughter, Hannah Johnson and her mother, Michelle (Denison) Johnson of Fort Wayne; parents, Keith and Karen Johnson of Fort Wayne; brother, Marc (Lisa) Johnson of Plano, Texas; sister, Melissa (John) Helmsing of Fort Wayne and nephew, Joseph Helmsing. Services were held Tuesday, Oct. 13 at D. O. McComb and Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home in Fort Wayne, with the Rev. Scott Quails officiating. Memorials may be made to National Association of Mental Illness (N.A.M.I.) or to the Century Bank and Trust in Reading in the name of Hannah Johnson. |
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Charles R. "Charlie" Cox, age 16, of Carleton died October 25, 2009. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:07 PM |
Mr. Christopher Andrew Hasty, 32, of Gaylord, died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009. He was born Nov. 17, 1976, in Flint, Mich., to Kenneth R. and Marsha L. (Bellville) Hasty. |
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Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:28 PM |
Constance Craft, 91, of Monroe died at 12:21 this morning in the Mercy Memorial Hospital intensive care unit. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
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Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:30 AM |
GROGAN, DONALD F.; 89; of Port Charlotte, FL; passed away October 26, 2009. |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:22 AM |
KLOCKENBRINK, DORIS MARIE; age 82; and a long-time resident of White Lake; died on October 29, 2009. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:30 AM |
PIZZALA, DOUG; age 58; of Pleasant Ridge; died October 26, 2009. |
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Dale Ives Havens, Jr., age 71, of Cement City passed away on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born on June 5, 1938, in Morenci, Mich., to Dale I. and Dorothy I. (Merrick) Havens, Sr. He married Joanne L. Williams on July 5, 1956, in Cement City, and she survives. Dale was raised in Addison, Mich.   Dale graduated from Cement City High School in 1956 and attended Jackson Community College. He was a veteran, serving in the United States Army Reserves and National Guard for eight years. He was the Director of Engineering at Tecumseh Products-Peerless Gear in Clinton, retiring in 1993. Dale was an inventor and held 13 U.S. patents. He owned and operated Quality Designs in Cement City. Dale was a member of the Cement City Baptist Church, where he served as a Trustee and Deacon and then as an Elder of the church. Dale enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing with his family. Surviving, besides his wife, are one son, Jerry (Cheryl) Havens of Allentown, Pa.; one daughter, Lisa (Odel) Pinkerman of Cement City; daughter-in-law, Petrina Havens of Sturgis; six grandchildren, Sarah Havens, Dominica (David) Matthews, Jared Havens, Annalisa Tinsley, Dale Havens and Rachel Havens; one brother, Richard Havens of Muskegon Heights, Mich.; and several nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Jeffrey; two half sisters and one half brother. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at the Cement City Baptist Church, 16788 Cement City Road, with Pastor Drew Woods officiating. Burial will take place at the Cement City Baptist Church Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, and from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Cement City Baptist Church. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Cement City Baptist Church. View this obituary and send condolences to family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
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• Dean L. "Doc" Avery, 79, of Manistee, died Oct. 26. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:36 PM |
Dean Sible, of Portage, died peacefully in his sleep at home on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, two days short of his 81st birthday. |
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Deborah and Eric Beaudry passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 23, 2009. Deb and Eric are survived by their sons, Danny and Mark Beaudry, and their daughter, Erica Beaudry. Deb is survived by her mother, Rose Rodgers Hinkleman; her sister, Minnie Rodgers Spreeman; and brothers, Bill Rodgers Jr. and Ken Rodgers; and predeceased by her brother, Danny Rodgers. Eric is survived by his brother, George B. Beaudry; and sisters, Beverly Kelly and Jeanne Gazlay. Deb and Eric dedicated their lives to their children and to each other. They had countless friends who were fortunate enough to know them and to experience their incredible love story. They were exceptionally passionate about their business, their health and their community. They meant so much to so many, and will be deeply missed. Their eccentric personalities are what we all loved and what will be remembered most. A memorial service, organized by the T.G. McCarthy Funeral Home, will be held on Halloween Day, Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pueblo Convention Center, 320 Central Main St., Pueblo, Colo. Coincidentally, Halloween was their favorite holiday. All who wish to attend are welcome and encouraged to share their fond memories or stories at the service. The family is asking that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Deb and Eric’s name for an athletic scholarship that will be created in their memory. Please send any contributions to the Deb and Eric Beaudry Scholarship Fund, Wells Fargo Bank, 3000 Hart Road, Pueblo, CO 81008. Local arrangements were handled by Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
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Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:59 PM |
Dianne Marie Barscewski, 52, of Howell, died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, in the care of her family. |
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Donald Brinkman, 81 of Angola, Ind. and formerly of Bronson, died in LaGrange, Ind.  Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home and will be announced as soon as they become available.   |
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Donald O. Norris, 79, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at his residence. Mr. Norris moved to LaGrange County in 1961 from Eaton Rapids. He was a Supervisor at Dometic Corporation, formerly Goodyear/Duo-Therm, in LaGrange, where he worked for 34 years. Mr. Norris was a United States Korean War Veteran serving in the Army. He was a life member of the LaGrange American Legion Post #215 and the Sons of the American Legion. He was born on Aug. 15, 1930 in Eaton County to Ivan P. and Mary E. (Purcell) Norris. Mr. Norris is survived by his three daughters and a son-in-law, Denise E. and Bruce Williams of Alvin, Texas, Katherine R. Norris of Elkhart, Ind., and Kristina L. Hogan of Shipshewana, Ind.; a son, Donald E. Norris of Coldwater; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a sister, Lucy Greene of Eaton Rapids; and four brothers, LeRoy Norris of Brookfield, Ike Norris of Onondaga,  Ron Norris of Lansing and Duane Norris of Eaton Rapids; and a special friend, Joan Johnson of LaGrange. He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Michael J. Stidham; two sisters, June and Oma; and four brothers, Daniel, David, John, and Leo. A celebration of Don’s life will be held from 1-4 p.m. Nov. 7 at the LaGrange American Legion Post #215, 100 Industrial Parkway, LaGrange. Military honors will be conducted by the American Legion Color Guard and will conclude the celebration at 4 p.m. Arrangements are being handled by Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Condolences may be left for the family at www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com.   |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:59 PM |
Dorothy Arlene Beavers, 84, of Sanford, died early Wednesday, morning, Oct. 28, 2009, at MidMichigan Stratford Village. |
Dr. Charles Leroy Bretschneider was born in Red Owl, S.D. to Carl (Charlie) Bretschneider and Johanna (Jennie) Siefert Bretschneider. He died in Honolulu, Hawaii. He was preceded in death by his paren... |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:30 AM |
FORSYTH, EDWARD E.; October 24, 2009; age 81. |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:22 AM |
HANSEN, EvLYNNE ROSSI; age 94; October 28, 2009. |
Saturday, October 24, 2009 3:16 AM |
RANTOUL, Ill. -- Earl B. Corda Jr., 64, of Rantoul, died Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, at home, surrounded by family. |
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 2:08 AM |
WEST ALLIS, Wis. -- Earl W. Ver Bunker, 79, of Hurley and Harlingen, Texas, formerly of Union Grove, died Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, in West Allis, following a brief illness. |
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:36 PM |
Edward Gannon, 71, of Sanford, died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, in Puerto Rico. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:59 PM |
Edward John Gannon, 71, died unexpectedly on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009. |
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Eileen Clarice Scott, 86, of Jackson passed away October 22, 2009 after a brief illness. Prayer services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday at 10:30 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Father Jeffrey Robideau officiating. Burial is at Roseland Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home is Monday 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M.  Rosary Monday 6:00 P.M. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Eleanor Marie Shadewald, age 81, of Adrian passed away Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at her home. She was born Feb. 5, 1928, in Jasper, Mich., to Paul R. and Beulah (Porter) Bailey. On Aug. 28, 1947, she married Robert L. Shadewald and he survives. Eleanor was a member of Jasper Bible Church.  She enjoyed reading her Bible, flowers, spending time with her grandchildren, cake decorating and she was The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Baker Ever. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sons, Robert (Sharon) Shadewald, Larry (Bonnie) Shadewald and Randy (Cindy) Shadewald, all of Adrian; one daughter, Susan (Jake) Roberson  of Adrian; two brothers, James Bailey of Adrian and Ben (Carmen) Bailey of Howe, Ind.; one sister, Hazel Bishop of Pinckney, Mich.; 11 grandchildren, Sherrie (Eric) Weidyk, Rob Shadewald II, Michael (Koleen) Shadewald, Jeremy (Natasha) Roberson, Jeff (Sara) Roberson, Shana Roberson, Andrea Shadewald, Brianne Shadewald, Corey Shadewald, Kevin (Ashley) Shadewald and Keli (Jon Michael) Ross; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Bailey; and a sister, Pauline Feller. Funeral services for Eleanor will be held on Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Bruce Jewett officiating. Burial will be in West Madison Cemetery. 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. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:36 PM |
Eleanor Wilson Matthews, 92, passed away Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009, in Palm Harbor, Fla., where she had resided since January 2007. |
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Elizabeth L. "Bette" Elliott, 87, of Cheboygan, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2009 at Hospice House in Cheboygan. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 30, 2009 at 11:00 am, at St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church, with the family greeting friends beginning at 10:00 am. Rev. Paul Megge will officiate, burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Emilie Mae Ludwig, 31, of Midland, died Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009, at her home. |
Monday, October 26, 2009 5:30 PM |
Mrs. Emily E. Wojciechowski, 78, of Gaylord died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009. |
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Esther Mae Bigford, age 66, of Lake, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at her home. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 5 p.m. from the Farwell Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. Online condolences are at www.stephenson-wyman.com |
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Esther Marie Frabott, 90, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009 after a prolonged illness. A private family graveside service was held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:59 PM |
Evelyn L. Seger, 94, of Charlevoix, passed away Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at Brittany Manor in Midland. |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:38 AM |
Ferdinand 'Fred' Flaim Jr. Ferdinand "Fred" Flaim Jr., age 71, a resident of Ortonville, formerly of the Warren-Center Line area, died October 29, 2009, at Genesys Regional Hospital in Grand Blanc, Mich. He was born November 9, 1937, in Detroit, Mich. He is the former owner of Flaim's Rental in Madison Heights. He retired from Fraternal Order of Police, a member of Palazzo Bocce Club in Lake Orion, Army Veteran — served in the Military Police. Mr. Flaim is survived by his children, Fred III (Bridget), Alisha Collin, Renee (Keith) Lapinski; six grandchildren; siblings, Albert "Corkie" Flaim, Carol Reiss. He was predeceased by his wife, Deanna; sister, Anna Quineville. Funeral services 10 a.m. Monday at St. Clement Church, Center Line. Visitation Sunday 1:30-9 p.m. at Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke, Center Line; 9:30 a.m. Monday at St. Clement Church. Burial at St. Clement Cemetery with military honors. Memorial contributions to American Cancer Society. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:59 PM |
Florence H. Braun, 88, of Auburn, passed away Wednesday morning, Oct. 28, 2009, at the Toni & Trish House |
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Forrest A. Petee, age 86, of Adrian passed away Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at his home. Forrest was born Oct. 30, 1922, in Blissfield, the only son of Harold and Gladys (Suydam) Petee. During World War II, Forrest served his country in the United States Army. On Feb. 16, 1946, Forrest married Helen Powers in Tecumseh. Helen, his wife of more than 63 years, survives. As a teenager, Forrest worked at Henry Ford’s farm in Macon. He later worked for Ford Motor Company in Saline where he retired in 1987. Forrest’s true passion was flying. He taught many local pilots to fly while working as a flight instructor for Jacob’s Flying Service at Lenawee County Airport. Forrest was also the first student to fly solo at Lenawee County Airport. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church. In addition to his wife, Forrest is survived by a daughter, Diana Taylor of Winter Haven, Fla.; a son, Harold (Jane) Petee of Tecumseh; seven grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Thelma Vehmeier. The funeral service for Forrest will be held on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Paul Herter officiating. Burial will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park with military honors conducted by the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. You may also send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Forrest may be made to the American Cancer Society or Hope Lutheran Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.  |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:38 AM |
Frank E. Ratkowski Frank E. Ratkowski, age 90, of Detroit, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at Wm. Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. He was born June 10, 1919, in Hamtramck. Mr. Ratkowski was a World War II Army veteran and received a Purple Heart. He organized the Neighborhood Restoration Program and was a member of the VFW and UAW Local 51. He enjoyed reading the newspaper every day and also was an avid and loyal Detroit Red Wings, Tigers and Lions fan. He was a longtime member of Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church and a lifetime member of Fr. Solanus Guild. Beloved husband of Stella for 66 years. Dear father of Sharon (the late Jim) Fiebelkorn, Donna Ratkowski, Diana Ratkowski and Gary (Julie) Ratkowski. Loving grandpa of Breanne Fiebelkorn, Eric Ratkowski, Scott Ratkowski and the late Julie Fiebelkorn. He is also survived by his caring sister-in-law, Albina Cybowicz. He was predeceased by his siblings, Clara Mach, Florian Ratkowski, Harry Ratkowski and Genevieve Binder. Visitation Friday 1-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. rosary at the Wasik Funeral Home Inc., 11470 13 Mile Road (west of Hoover), Warren. Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. funeral Mass at St. Ladislaus Church, 2730 Caniff, Hamtramck. Entombment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Fr. Solanus Guild. Expressions of sympathy maybe shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com. |
Fred A. Grewe, 89, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009 at New Hope Assisted Living. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:30 AM |
HARTZ, GENEVIEVE A.; age 70; born on September 27, 1939 in Carbondale, Pennsylvania and passed away on October 26, 2009 in Commerce Twp., Michigan. |
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Geneva Nienhuis, age 88, of Zeeland, died Tuesday, October 27, 2009. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 31, at  Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E 16th St., with Rev. Dan Seaborn officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visiting hours are scheduled for 6-8 p.m. on Friday and 10-11 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.   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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George Anthony Pavka, 78 of Kendallville, Ind. and formerly of Montgomery, died Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009 in Kendallville, Ind. He was born Dec. 2, 1930 in California Twp., Branch County, to Anthony and Mary Elizabeth (Belik) Pavka. They are deceased. He married Lola B. (Back) on March 31, 1953 at Castle Rock, Colo. She survives. George was retired from the Coldwater Regional Center, and also was a retired career Army veteran, retiring from the Army in 1968 as a staff sergeant. He was a graduate of Montgomery High School,  served 21 years in the US Army, serving in the Korean War, and received the Good Conduct Bronze Clasp, and the Purple Heart Award. He enjoyed playing cards, watching football and was a Colts Fan, enjoyed woodworking, working in his yard, gardening and watching television. He formerly lived at California Township, Branch County, and also lived at Avon Park, Fla., and had lived in Noble County, Ind. the last seven years. Survivors include his wife Lola B. Pavka of Kendallville, Ind., daughter Mary and Neal Augenstein of Kendallville, Ind., sons Troy and Mary Pavka of Camden, William and Linda Pavka of Coldwater, Dennis Pavka of Churubusco, Ind. and David Pavka of  Hillsdale, sisters Josephine Williams of Montgomery and Mildred Gripman of Montgomery, brothers Joseph and Betty Pavka of Reading and William and Laura Pavka in Hillsdale, eighth grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Anna Swaney and Mary Harbaugh, brother John Pavka and grandsons William Joseph Pavka and Roger Anthony. Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009 at Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Ind. with prayer services at 5 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2, 2009 at Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Ind. with Father James Stoyle. Burial will follow at California Cemetery, California Twp., Branch County. Military committal services will be conducted by members of Montgomery American Legion Post. Memorials are suggested to Noble County Transit. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Beams Funeral Home of Fremont, Ind., (260) 495-2915.   |
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:36 PM |
George R. Gay, 82, of Midland, died early Monday morning, Oct. 26, 2009, at the Heartland Hospice in Bay City. |
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Gerald J. Cesario, 86, passed away peacefully on Oct. 23, 2009, at his home in Lady Lake, Fla., after a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 14, 1923, in Iron Mountain Mich., he is survived by his wife, Gladys, who faithfully cared for him until the end; daughters, Janet Rivers of Bluffton, S.C., and Nancy Goettner of Sylvania, Ohio; son, Gary of Walnut Cove, N.C.; sister, Carol Ann Cesario of Las Vegas, Nev.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. After serving three years in the U.S. Marine Corps, seeing action in the Pacific theater, he returned to Adrian, Mich., and Bohn Aluminum & Brass where he remained for 45 years. He retired to The Villages in Lady Lake, Fla., in 1987, where he enjoyed his new home, new friends, and his new love — golf. Gerry was a longtime member of the VFW and American Legion.  He was an avid outdoorsman with love for boating, hunting, snowmobiling and golf. For more than 17 years, he was a popular golf starter at the Villages. His body will be cremated and a service will be held in Adrian, Mich., at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to the  American Diabetes Association and Cornerstone Hospice, 601 Casa Bella, The Villages, FL 32162.  |
Glenna Nissen June 29, 1922-Oct. 23, 2009 Monday, October 26, 2009 11:31 AM |
Glenna Nissen, age 87 of Watauga, TX formerly of Rockwood, MI died on October 23, 2009 in Watauga, TX. |
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Grace Faircloth, age 94, of Onaway died on October 26, 2009 at Lois's A.F.C. Home in Onaway. Cremation arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.   |
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Gregory Allen Wilkes Oct. 27, 2009 Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:28 PM |
Gregory Allen Wilkes, 58, of Monroe died at 3:55 p.m. Tuesday at the University of Michigan Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009 10:57 AM |
Mr. Harry Lloyd Staines Sr., 47, of Gaylord, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at Otsego Memorial Hospital. |
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Helen L. Alexander, age 80, of Sturgis, passed away Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born Sept. 16, 1929, in Columbia City, Ind., a daughter of the late Thomas and Nancy (Huff) Marker. On July 1, 1967, she married Dwight E. Alexander in LaGrange, Ind. He preceded her in death March 28, 2004. Helen had been employed as a dietitian for Sturgis Hospital, retiring in the early 1990s. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and enjoyed the Sturgis Senior Center, volunteering for the Hospital Guild, crafts and going for motorcycle and bike rides with her late husband. Surviving are four daughters, Sandra L. (Ray) Cordova of Albuquerque, N.M., Pamela M. (Adam) Messer of Knox, Ind., Alice E. Ellsworth of Glenn Fork, Ky., and Rebecca A. “Becky” Alexander of Hillsdale; an adopted son, Mike (Julie) Burkey of Three Rivers; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Jeannette Rowan of Logansport, Ind. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a sister, Ruth. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Services celebrating the life of Helen Alexander will be held immediately following the visitation at 4 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with the Rev. James Bender, First Baptist Church, officiating. The family suggests memorial donations be directed to the Salvation Army or Pet Haven. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Helen R. Knapp Nov. 27, 1913-Oct. 25, 2009 Monday, October 26, 2009 11:32 AM |
Helen R. Knapp, 95, of Monroe died at 8:05 a.m. Sunday at Brookdale Senior Living, Clare Bridge of Monroe where she had been since June 2001. She had been in declining health for several years. |
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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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Irene A. Liedel, 94, formerly of Deerfield, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, surrounded by family members in Cranberry Township, Pa. She was the loving wife of the late Ross Liedel; beloved mother of Ann Liedel (Charles) Rice, Larry (Elaine) Liedel, Sharon St. John, Karen Liedel (Hal) Noyd and Richard Liedel (deceased). Devoted grandmother of Beth (Bill) Clegg, Amy (Steve) Baker, Brad (Jenny) Liedel, Leslie (Andy) Majchrowski, Denise Scully, Kaley (Craig) Guiley, Michelle (Brian) Etling, Christopher Noyd and the late Ellen Rice Carfano. Also survived by 10 great-grandchildren; a brother, Earl (Tillie) Geoffrion; and a sister, Lucille Ovall. A funeral mass to the celebrate the life of Irene Liedel will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Deerfield, Mich., with Fr. Jack Loughran officiating. Burial will follow in St. Alphonsus Catholic Cemetery in Deerfield. The family will receive visitors on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. There will be no visitation at the church on Saturday prior to the funeral mass. Memorial contributions may be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of American, 801 Eighteenth St., NW, Washington, DC 20006-3517 or St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 222 Carey St., Deerfield, MI 49238.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and church. |
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 12:51 PM |
Irene A. Liedel, 94, formerly of Deerfield, Michigan passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 26, 2009 surrounded by family members in Cranberry Twp., PA. |
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Iva M. Merrifield, 88, of LaGrange, Ind., died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at her residence. In 1938, Mrs. Merrifield moved from Minot, N.D., to LaGrange, and was a homemaker and a seamstress.  She was a member at the LaGrange Missionary Church in LaGrange where she was very active.  She was also a member of the Plato Home Economics Club,  Sharing Doll Club, and Mentor Moms and had been a Child Evangelism teacher. Mrs. Merrifield was born on Feb. 12, 1921, in Kenmare, N.D., to William R. and Elma (Harris) Kauffman.  On May 31, 1942, in Howe, Ind.,  she married Howard E. Merrifield. He preceded her in death on Sept. 7, 1982. Surviving are six daughters and three sons-in-law, Sally and Jerry Weir and Peggy Ryan, all of LaGrange, Phyllis Thompson of Iron Station, N.C., Amy and Ed Layman of Burr Oak, Becky and David Mains, Jr. of Albion, Ind., and Bonnie Hurtekant of Elkhart, Ind.; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Paul and Paula Merrifield of Fairbanks, Ark., Neil Merrifield of Denver, N.C., Keith and Jamie Merrifield of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Randy and Pat Merrifield of LaGrange; 33 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Lois Franz of Mount Pleasant; and one brother, Frank Kauffman of Goshen, Ind. Also preceding her in death were her parents; a son, Billy Merrifield; five sons-in-law; four grandchildren; two sisters; and four brothers. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the LaGrange First Church of God, 777 N.Detroit St., LaGrange,  with the Revs. Brent Danielson, Brad Ulick and Josh Hossler officiating. Burial will be in Ontario Cemetery in Howe. Memorials may be made to LaGrange Missionary Church or Gideon’s International. Condolences may be left for the family at  www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com.   |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:22 AM |
COMMON, JAMES K.; age 74; of Royal Oak; passed away Sunday, October 25, 2009. |
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FORTIER, JEFFREY BRIAN; age 27; of Rochester Hills; died October 28, 2009. |
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HOUSE, JERRY; of Morley, MI; age 61; died on October 27, 2009, a natural death. |
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BENEDICT, JOANNE; age 65; of Auburn Hills; October 28, 2009. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:30 AM |
PISTILLI, JOHN ANTHONY; age 85; departed this life on October 23, 2009. |
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POWELL, JOHN P.; of Pontiac; October 25, 2009; age 76. |
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WETHY, JUNE L.; of Waterford; went home to be with the Lord on October 25, 2009; age 80. |
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Friday, October 30, 2009 5:26 AM |
Dec. 18, 1928-Oct. 25, 2009 Jacobus A. "Jack" Valkenier, age 80, of Alma, MI, passed away at Masonic Pathways in Alma on Sun., Oct. 25, 2009. |
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James D. Alford, 63, of Mackinaw City died Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009 at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. There will be a gathering of family and friends at the Church of the Straits in Mackinaw City on Wednesday Oct. 21, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009 at the church with Rev. David Wallis officiating. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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James K. Arundel, 65, of Dearborn and formerly of Bronson, died Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009, at Lakeland Health Care Center in Southfield. James was born Oct. 5, 1944, in Coldwater, a son of John and Bertha (Nowak) Arundel. Mr. Arundel  graduated from Bronson High School in 1962 and attended both Lansing Community College and the former Tri-State University in Indiana. He worked for Douglas Manufacturing until 1965, leaving the Bronson area, and then for Diamond REO in Lansing until 1969.  Jim relocated to Dearborn and spent many years with AM General in Livonia, until ill health forced him into early retirement in 1992.  Mr. Arundel  loved theater and acting, belonging to the Community Circle Players, performing at the Lansing Civic Center and also directing.  He traveled internationally to enjoy many theater productions. He also enjoyed bowling, casinos and flea markets.   Surviving are a sister, Janette and Jim Parker of Laotto, Ind.; a brother John and Ellen Arundel of Portage; nieces and nephews John (Tracy) Arundel of DeWitt, Deborah Harris of Portage, Caryn Arundel of Miami, Rob (Lyndsay) Elhenicky of East Lansing, Margaret Arundel of Portage, Todd (Cheryl) Hansman of Bronson and Angela Rinehart of Colon; stepnieces and stepnephews James (Cheryl) Parker and Lance (Cheryl) Parker, both of Laotto, and Victoria (Robbie) Bjorg of North Carolina. He was preceded in death by a brother, James E. Nowak; and brother-in-law Bill Hansman.  A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. Oct. 17 at St. Mary of Assumption Church in Bronson, with the Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Bronson. Memorials may be directed to the Bronson Community Foundation for the Bronson Theater. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.   |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:38 AM |
James K. Common James K. Common, age 74, of Royal Oak, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2009. Beloved husband of 52 years of Joan (nee Curto). Loving father of Sheri Walsh and Vincent (Suzanne) Common. Dear brother of Richard (Edie) Common, Judith (Bob) Mioduch, Kenneth (Stephanie) Common Jr., and the late Cynthia. Also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A memorial visitation will be held November 7, 2009, from 2 p.m. until the time of the memorial service 5 p.m. at the Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 12 Mile Road (2 blocks west of Woodward), Berkley. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions would be greatly appreciated to the Michigan Kidney Foundation or American Diabetes Association or American Lung Association in Michigan. Share your memories at www.sawyerfuller.com |
James and Stephanie Kwiatkowski Oct. 22, 2009 Sunday, October 25, 2009 12:40 AM |
James and Stephanie Kwiatkowski, both 52, of Milan died Thursday, October 22, 2009 at home. |
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Feb. 25, 1945-Oct. 28, 2009 Jed O'Boyle, age 64, of Alma, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at his home with his family by his side. |
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Jerry Russell, 65, of Jonesville, passed away Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, at home surrounded by his loving wife, children and grandchildren.  He was born March 2, 1944, in Jackson, the son of Claude and Barbara (Brawner) Russell, and raised by his grandparents Ima and Blaine Storer. He graduated from Jonesville High School.  Jerry was Supt. of Public Works for the village of Jonesville for 39 years.  He loved working with the residents of Jonesville and took pride in his job of making the village a nice looking community.  He was a former Jonesville fireman for 20 years.  Jerry was an avid hunter and enjoyed the outdoors, along with his love of his 1969 Mustang. Survivors include his wife, Monica (Crouse) Russell; four daughters: Jamie (John) Bonham, Tracy (John) Gearhart, Amy (David) Henkel, and Stephanie Russell; grandchildren:  Danielle, Ashley, Tyler, Torrey, Dustin, Clay, Jordan, RJ, Justice, Gavin and Devin; step-grand children: Megan and Taylor; great-grand children:  Raylee, Lita, Hadrian and Ginger. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Memorial services for Jerry Russell will be 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.  The family will receive friends for visitation  from 1-3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. In honor of Jerry Russell’s love of hunting and teaching his love of hunting to children, the family requests that expressions of sympathy be in a donation to Catch A Dream, an organization who supports terminally ill children’s wish to have a hunt of a lifetime.  Forms are at the funeral home or at catchadream.org.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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John F. Gemender passed away in Ann Arbor, after a short illness on Oct. 16, 2009. |
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John Steenwyk, 94, of Overisel, died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, in an area care center. Arrangements will be announced by the Yntema Funeral Home, Zeeland. |
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HURLEY, Wis. -- Joseph M. Forini, 73, of 727 Hill St., Ironwood, Mich., died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, in Hurley, following a brief illness. |
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Judith F. Williams, age 62, of Adrian went to be with her Lord, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at Toledo Hospital. She was born May 17, 1947, in Virginia, the daughter of Lawrence and Elizabeth (Saunders) Preston. On Feb. 1, 1963, she married Palmer “Ray” Williams in Adrian. Prior to moving to Adrian, they made their home in Hudson. Judy loved people and especially enjoyed cooking and caring for others. She worked for the First United Methodist Church Preschool and also as a nurse’s aide at the Dominican Life Center. A faithful member of Bethel Baptist Church, Judy was a leader for the cooking team and also assisted with Vacation Bible School. Most precious to Judy was her family.  In addition to Ray, her husband of more than 46 years, Judy is survived by two sons, Larry (Valerie) Williams of Clayton and Joseph (Paula) Williams of Adrian; two daughters, Tammy (Dave) Long of Alabama and Pamela Williams of Adrian; her mother, Elizabeth “Polly” Preston of Adrian; and Angie Frank, who was like a daughter to Judy. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren: Michael, David and Jeremy Long; Lindsay, Chelsey and Brooke Williams; Tabitha, Tahneshia and Lawrence Williams; Anthony Williams; Ashley Williams; Tyler, Noah and Kelsey Ward; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Stuart Preston of Brooklyn; sisters, Linda (Danny) Nichols of Bowling Green and Carolyn (William) Turner of Tennessee; brother-in-law, Jim (Ila Jo) Williams of Swanton, Ohio; and sister-in-law, Lorraine Powell of Piqua, Ohio. She was preceded in death by a son, Mark Williams, and her father, Lawrence Preston. The funeral service for Judy will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Michael Vickers officiating. Burial will follow at Dover Center Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. You may also send condolences at www.wagleyfun­eralhome.com.  Contributions in memory of Judy may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Bethel Baptist Church. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.   |
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June Marie Starks, age 68, of rural Mendon, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at the Three Rivers Health emergency room.  She was born April 19, 1941, in Three Rivers, a daughter of Guy and Melba (Irving) Kline, and was a member of the Mendon High School class of 1959.  She married Oscar Stark on Nov. 19, 1960, in Three Rivers and they have lived in the Mendon-Colon area since their marriage.  June had worked for the Midway Cafe in Mendon, Trans-O-Gram Toys in Sturgis, and Abbott Magic Company in Colon.  For many years she was the head cook at Fairview Living Centre in Centreville.  June enjoyed gardening, canning and cooking for her family. She liked country music, mushrooming, bingo and casino trips.  June is survived by her husband, Oscar; two children, Bob Starks of Howe, Ind., and Tuesday Starks of Mendon; four grandchildren, Jesse Starks, Trevor Ice, Derek Ice and Faith Marie Starks; two sisters, Sylvia Everett of Dayton, Tenn., and Sharon Lafler of Centreville; a brother, Wendell Kline of Leonidas; two sisters-in-law, Alice Kline of White Pigeon and Carol Kline of Bronson; and several nieces, nephews and in-laws.  She was preceded in death by her parents; and by three brothers, Dale, Andrew and James Kline.  The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. David Farrell officiating. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society. An online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:22 AM |
NORMAN, KAY; of Troy; died October 11, 2009; age 90. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Katherine A. Novascone, 88, of Bessemer, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 26, 2009. She was in Wakefield when she passed. |
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MONTREAL, Wis. -- Kathy J. Rowe, 60, of 128 Ohio Ave., Montreal, died unexpectedly Friday, Oct. 23, 2009, at home. |
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Keith Akin Sackett, age 93, of Edmore passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at the Masonic Pathways in Alma. |
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Kenneth J. Thomas Kenneth J. Thomas, age 81, passed on to his eternal rest October 28, 2009. In his youth he enjoyed racing his car "9/16" at many local raceways. He served in the Korean War and was a member of the Knights of Columbus and VFW Post 7573. Until his retirement in 1985, he worked for Chrysler Defense Engineering/General Dynamics. He had to give up his passion for boating several years ago when he took ill, but could not bear to part with his boat until this year. Ken is survived by his loving wife, Jan; his children, Richard (Marilyn), Kenneth, Barry, Larry (Jacqueline), Scott (Hong Lee) and Cynthia; his brothers, Donald, Vincent and Allen; sisters, Viola Beindit-Evans and Eva Knapp; his children's mother, Marlene Thomas, 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Genevieve (nee Ryman) and his sister, Margie Grunder. Visitation Sunday 2:30-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Road, New Baltimore. Funeral Monday, November 2 at 11 a.m. with additional visitation at 10:30 a.m. at St Catherine Church, 1103 Washington, Algonac. Burial at St. Mary Cemetery, New Baltimore. |
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LaDonna Drouillard Wilson Sept. 27, 2009 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:45 PM |
LaDonna Drouillard Wilson, 43, of Lincolnton, N.C., formerly of Erie, died Sept. 27 in Lincolnton, N.C. |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:38 AM |
Leo E. Kraemer Leo E. Kraemer, age 84, a lifelong resident of the Center Line area, died October 28, 2009, in Center Line. He was born April 12, 1925, in Detroit, Mich. Mr. Kraemer retired after 27 years as an assembler at GM Tech Center, he was a St. Clement usher and a member of St. Vincent de Paul, and a World War II Army veteran, he served in Philippines. Mr. Kraemer is survived by his wife, Shirley; children, David (Roseanne), Dennis (Donna), Diane (Tom), Donna (Bill) Pastuschyn, Duane (Jill), Donald, Dean (Jacqueline), Doreen (late Mark), Douglas (Debra), and the late Daryl (Cheryl); 27 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; four brothers; and one sister. Funeral services Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Clement Church. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. at Ford Funeral Home, 26560 Van Dyke, Center Line. Usher's rosary Friday 7 p.m., Scripture service 7:30 p.m. Burial St. Clement Cemetery. Memorial contributions to St. Clement Society of St. Vincent dePaul. |
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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 Leroy Leister, age 67, of Centreville, passed away Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born Aug. 4, 1942, in Three Rivers, a son of the late Lester E. and Vivian B. (Caseman) Leister. Lester had resided in the Constantine and Centreville area most of his life. He retired from Viking RV in Centreville and was an avid hunter and life member of the North American Hunting Club. He enjoyed working in his garden, hunting, and spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving are two daughters, Holly (Shawn) Strawser of White Pigeon and Melynda (Douglas) Prusaczyk of Illinois; four grandchildren, Lincoln, Hayley and Ty Strawser and Makenzy Prusaczyk; four sisters, Sonia (Clark) Huckendubler of Mendon, Katie (Larry) Hill of Goshen, Ind., Tena (Rex) Bender of Alabama and Sally Leister of Sturgis; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, Charles Willis; a son, Lester “Buddy” Leister; a sister, Dola Weldon; and a brother, Donald Leister. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place.  The family will receive friends and relatives from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Memorial donations may be directed to the family. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Lloyd M. Keeney passed away on October 26, 2009.   Visitation will be  at Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave., Wyoming,  from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. on Friday, October 30, with services at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 31 at The Church of the Open Door, 1730 Burlingame Ave. SW with Pastor Dennis Gilbert officiating.  Interment Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.   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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Lois Knoll, age 84, of Holland, died Monday, October 26, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday, 12 noon, at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery along with her husband. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.   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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Lois and #8220;Toby and #8221; Zorn Nov. 20 1924 - Oct. 27, 2009 Wednesday, October 28, 2009 12:51 PM |
Lois "Toby" Zorn, age 84, of Tecumseh, died Tuesday, october 27, 2009 at Tecumseh Place with her family at her side. |
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Lois “Toby” Zorn, age 84, of Tecumseh died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at Tecumseh Place with her family at her side. She was born Nov. 20, 1924, in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of Marvin and Buelah (Breningstall) Davis. She married Calvin Zorn on Sept. 22, 1950, and he preceded her in death Dec. 26, 2000. Toby was a resident of Dundee and graduated from Dundee High School until coming to Tecumseh 54 years ago. She was a member of the Herrick Medical Center Auxiliary and enjoyed playing cards with her many friends. She will be greatly missed by her family and all those who knew and loved her. She is survived by her sons, Michael (Barbara) Zorn of Tecumseh and Darrell “Zig” (Pam) Zorn of Belmont, Mich.; one daughter, Pam (Joe) Arkison of Tecumseh; seven grandchildren, Jason and Dorie Zorn, Amanda Pardee, Kari Mattson, Justin, Megan and Emily Zorn; and seven great-grandchildren, Bailey, Lily, Belle, Mae, Matthew, Bradley, and Sage who knew her affectionately as “Gigi.” In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, one brother and two grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor David McKinstry of Tecumseh United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cal Zorn Recreation Park, Tecumseh. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.   |
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MILDRED A. HUMMON (nee. Hammon) Friday, October 30, 2009 6:22 AM |
HUMMON, MILDRED A. (nee. Hammon); October 28, 2009; age 95; of Bloomfield Hills. |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:38 AM |
Mabel M. Sutton Mabel M. Sutton, age 99, of Algonac died Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at Medi-Lodge of St. Clair. She was born February 23, 1910, in Caruthersville, Mo. She was a homemaker who enjoyed quilting, gardening, and cooking. She is survived by her three daughters, Mary Sutton of Ventura, Calif., Loredo "Reda" (Russell) Hurttgam of Yale, Patricia Sobkowski of Algonac, brother Billy Wyatt of Tennessee, sister Zola Randall of Florida, 22 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Revis in 1957; parents, George and Loretta (nee Watson) Wyatt; son Charles; three daughters, Betty Spare, Doris Helzer, and infant Martha Sutton; three granddaughters, Jane, Nancy, and Penny; great-grandson, Damon; two sons-in-law, Kenneth Spare and Henry Sobkowski; and six brothers. Funeral services Monday, November 2, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main St., Mount Clemens. Visitation Sunday, November 1, 2009, from 2-8 p.m. Burial at Clinton Grove Cemetery, Clinton Township. Memorial donations may be sent to the wishes of the family. Share memories at www.vickfuneralhome.com. |
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Margaret Mary Stewart Oct. 28, 2009 Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:28 PM |
Margaret Mary Stewart, 81, of Flat Rock died Wednesday. Arrangements by Michigan Memorial Funeral Home, Flat Rock. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 2:48 AM |
SAN JACINTO, Calif. -- Margaret Teresa Ruditis, 84, of San Jacinto for the last 19 years, went to be with the Lord Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, surrounded by her family at home. |
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Margery C. Schaeffer, 89, of Howe, Ind., died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at Life Care Center of LaGrange in LaGrange, Ind. Living in Howe, since 1948, Mrs. Schaeffer moved there from Sturgis, where she lived from 1932 until 1948.  Mrs. Schaeffer was a registered nurse working for Sturgis Hospital in Sturgis and LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange, and also was a dental assistant for Dr. Clare Wiedlea in Sturgis.  She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in LaGrange, where she was very active and was a member in Altar and Rosary Sodality and a past member of the Parrish Council and in her early years she was a lecture and religion instructor.  She was also a former Democratic Precinct Committeeman for Lima Township, held offices in the Democrat Women’s Club, and was a member of the Borgess Hospital Alumni and the National Nurses Association. Mrs. Schaeffer was born on Sept. 28, 1920, in London, Ontario, Canada to Thomas and Elizabeth (Ennett) Burns.  On Aug. 17, 1948, in Sturgis,  she married William C. Schaeffer. He preceded her in death on Aug. 6, 2001. Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Frances E. and Richard Hostetler in Churubusco, Ind., and Joan M. and Fenner E. Ambrose of Springdale, Ariz; a son and daughter-in-law, Tom C. and Maria Schaeffer of Isle of Palms, S.C.; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents; and a son, William Burns Schaeffer on March 31, 2005. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in LaGrange with Father Mark Weaver officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Howe. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange, with a Rosary Service at 8 p.m. Memorials may be made as Masses to the St. Joseph Church; to St. Joseph Altar and Rosary Sodality; or to ARC School of Opportunity. Condolences may be left for the family at  www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com. |
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009 2:11 AM |
WASHBURN, Wis. -- Martha "Parta" Nichols Schaus, 97, of Ironwood, Mich., formerly of Montreal, died at Northern Lights Nursing Home in Washburn on Oct. 24, 2009. |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:38 AM |
Martha 'Sue' White Martha "Sue" White (VanHollenbeck), age 68, a longtime resident of Harrison Township, died October 27, 2009. Born October 11, 1941, in Lovelaceville, Kentucky. She was a homemaker who enjoyed reading, scrapbooking, puzzles, church activities and her family. She was a member of Knox Presbyterian Church, Eagles and Moose Lodge. Survived by her husband, Robert "Van" VanHollenbeck. Brother, Jack (Betty) Byassee. Mother, Anna Mae Byassee (nee Jett). Daughters, Karen (Ken) Kowalczyk and Rhonda (Mike, see below) Hulet. Grandchildren, Kyle and Kurtis Kowalczyk. 4 stepchildren, 6 great-stepchildren and one great-grandchild, Sarah. Predeceased by Father, Harry Byassee; and son-in-law, Mike Hulet. Visitation and services at Wm. R. Hamilton Co., Mount Clemens on Monday, November 2, 2009. Visitation 1-8 p.m., Service at 7 p.m. Burial to follow on Tuesday at Resurrection Cemetery after a brief ceremony at the funeral home at 10 a.m. Officiated by Pastor Douglas Graham. |
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Mary B. Hoffman, age 85, of Addison passed away on Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. She was born on July 8, 1924, in Rollin Township, Lenawee County, Mich., to Leslie and Nellie (Short) Belcher. She married Charles F. Hoffman on June 1, 1942, in Rollin Township, Lenawee County, Mich., and he preceded her in death on Nov. 30, 2002. Mary was raised in the Addison area, and then lived at Perch Lake in Somerset Township for 23 years before returning to the Addison area for the past 10 years. She graduated from Addison High School in 1942. She completed correspondence courses for medical records, and was employed in medical records at Addison Hospital for 30 years, retiring in 1991. She attended South Jackson Community Church for 25 years, and more recently the Christian Life Center of Hudson. Mary enjoyed going out with her friends and reading. Surviving are two daughters, Ruth E. Hoffman of Hudson, Mary Kathleen Hoffman of Phoenix, Ariz.; one brother, Bernard Belcher of Los Angeles, Calif.; several nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Charles. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Dr. Samuel Wickard officiating. Burial will take place in the Rollin Friends Cemetery, Rollin Township, Lenawee County, Mich. The visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County or to the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.   |
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Mary Belle Carsten, 80, of Cheboygan passed away Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be held today, Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009 from 5-9 p.m. at the Wesleyan Community Church, 625 Sixth St. Additional visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1 p.m. also at the church. Pastor Greg Kirby will officiate. A graveside committal service will be held on Friday, Oct. 23, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Oakwood Cemetery in Traverse City. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.   |
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Mary Lou Paight, 82, of LaGrange, Ind., died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009 at her residence. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Sidener Cemetery in Shipshewana, Ind. Memorials may be made made to the Scott United Methodist Church.     |
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Mathias 'Opa' Fischer Mathias "Opa" Fischer, age 90, of Shelby Township, died Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at Shelby Nursing Center in Shelby Township. Mathias was a retired surface grinder and worked for GE Carboloy for many years. He is survived by his daughters, Eva (Rudy) Hautamaki and Betty (Ernie) Bagley; grandchildren, Kristin (Matt) Russelburg, Evie (John) Potter, Erik Hautamaki and Erica (Lucas) Wonert; great-grandchildren, Mitchell, Christopher, Carter, Sera Beth, John Bagley and Matthew Colt. Visitation today with a 7 p.m. rosary at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren. A funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m., Saturday at St. Edmund Catholic Church, 14025 12 Mile Road, Warren, instate 9:30 a.m. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Light a candle and share a memory at www.verheyden.org. |
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Melissa Jane Davison, of Holland, formerly of Allegan and Kalamazoo, died Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at Select Specialty Hospital, Kalamazoo. Friends may meet with the family from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.com. Graveside services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Hudson Corners Cemetery, Allegan Twp.   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. |
Melvin George Schonter Feb. 2, 1963-Oct. 25, 2009 Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:26 PM |
Melvin George Schonter, age 46, of Hamtramck, MI and formerly of Temperance, known to family and friends as ?Moo Moo? and ?Muffler Mel Man? passed away unexpectedly in his sleep Sunday morning October 25, 2009. |
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 1:38 PM |
Michael F. "Mike" Schmidt, 62, of Beaverton, formerly of Midland, passed away peacefully Sunday evening, Oct. 25, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland, with his family at his side. |
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Mildred “Millie” Irene Herman, 92 of Coldwater, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2, 2009 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Coldwater with Rev. Fr. Daniel Doctor officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Girard Township. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009 from 1-5 p.m. at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. A Rosary service will be held at 4 p.m.  Millie was born March 5, 1917, in Girard Township to Enos and Mary (Skudlarick) Okeneske. She graduated from the St. Charles School in 1934 and married Eugene “Tiny” Herman on July 18, 1942 at St. Charles Catholic Church in Coldwater. He preceded her in death on Jan. 12, 2007. They lived in Coldwater nearly all their lives.  Millie had worked in the accounting department at the Coldwater Regional Center for nearly 22 years, retiring in 1977. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, the Immaculate Heart of Mary Guild and the State Employee Retirees Association. Millie enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, her flowers and playing cards. She especially enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews.  Millie is survived by her nieces and nephews, James (Linda) Waite of Bronson, Donald (Margaret) Waite of Paw Paw, Judith Pappas of Sturgis, Dr. John Kurtz of Saline, Carol (Wesley) Kosier of Coldwater, Vernon (Marianne) Roberts of Clarkston and sister Josephine Jasper of Coldwater.  Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Helen Waite, Margaret Parker and sister Cecilia Okeneske. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church or the American Cancer Society.  Arrangements are being cared for by the Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook.   |
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Oliver McLaughlin Oct. 13, 1919-Oct. 24, 2009 Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:28 PM |
Oliver McLaughlin, age 90, of Sebring , Florida , formerly of Carleton, MI died on Saturday, October 24, 2009 in the Highland Regional Medical Center, Sebring, Florida. |
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Other deaths Armilla Jane Crothers, 92, of Sterling Heights, Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, Mount Clemens |
Otis Henderson Jr. May 13, 1957-Oct. 27, 2009 Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:28 PM |
Otis Henderson Jr. was born on May 13, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan. He was the son born from the union of Otis Henderson Sr. and the late Jennie Henderson. |
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 12:52 PM |
Otis Henderson, 52, of Monroe died Tuesday at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
Patricia D. Miller Oct. 29, 2009 Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:28 PM |
Patricia D. Miller, 71, of Petersburg died at 3:50 this morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee. |
Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:07 PM |
Dr. Patrick John McNamara of Gaylord died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at the age of 52. |
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Paul R. Osborne Jan. 20, 1936-Oct. 24, 2009 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:50 PM |
Paul R. Osborne, age 73, of Monroe, died 2:34 p.m. Saturday October 24, 2009 at Mercy Memorial Hospital, Monroe. He had been ill since September 20th. |
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Pauline M. Mast, age 98, formerly of Colon, passed away Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. Pauline was born May 18, 1911, in Goshen, Ind., a daughter of the late Charles C. and Mayte (Farmwald) Amsler. Pauline grew up in Goshen and graduated from Goshen High School. On May 18, 1934, she married Harris W. Mast in Goshen, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 5, 1975. In 1952, Pauline moved to Colon, where she and her husband operated Lakeview Cleaners for 23 years. She also had worked as a service clerk for Montgomery Ward in Sturgis and before that in Elkhart.  She had also been Colon village treasurer from 1974-1986. She was a member of the Plymouth United Methodist Church and had attended the Colon United Methodist Church. Pauline was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #91 of Colon and an honorary member of the Grand Chapter of the Michigan Eastern Star. She is survived by her grandchildren, Russell (Marcy) Spearow of Jenison, Phillip Spearow  of Lake Okeechobee, Fla., Greg (Corine) Smoker of Union Springs, Ala., Jeff Smoker of Tennessee, Paula  Heaton of Elkhart, Craig (Barb) Mast of Galien, Lisa (Mark) Chandler of Paducah, Ky.; 17 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Rita E. Spearow, in August 2005, son; Phillip H. Mast in May of 1997; a grandson, Robert W. Spearow, in November 1981; a brother, Calvin Amsler; and a sister, Fay Walters. The family will receive relatives and friends from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Schipper Funeral Home in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Pauline M. Mast will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with Mr. David J. Farrell officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Colon.  If desired, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.   |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:38 AM |
Peter S. Cusimano Peter S. Cusimano, age 82. October 29, 2009. Beloved father of Alfonso (Jenny) and Mark (Valerie). Proud grandfather of Arianna and Alexa, Isabella and Peter. Loving brother of Joe, Sam, John, Rose and the late Fritz, Jerry, Louise and Frances Tocco. Peter and his family were the ones who started the tradition of throwing the octopus on the ice at the Red Wings playoff games. Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 E. 15 Mile Road (at Schoenherr) Sunday 2-9 p.m. Funeral service Monday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memories to be shared at www.bcfh.com. |
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MOREARTY, ROBERT A. (Almanza); of Waterford; October 25, 2009; age 42. |
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CHAPMAN, RONALD RAY; age 67; husband of Donna Y. Chapman; died October 28, 2009, in Anderson, SC. |
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REYNOLDS, RUTH B.; of Ortonville; age 76; October 28, 2009. |
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Regina (Perech) "Virginia" Kukulka of Flint, age 96, a loving and gentle heart stopped beating Oct. 14, 2009 at Tender Care Health Center of Frankenmuth. |
Rev. Harold LeRoy Berry, 85 of Beaverton, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009 at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. |
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:36 PM |
Richard Frederick Johnson Jr., 50, of Zionsville, died at Methodist Hospital on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009. |
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Richard Gruessing, 91, of Cutlerville, died Monday, Oct. 26, 2009. Services will be  11 a.m. Saturday, at Covenant Christian Reformed Church, 7171 Willard S.E.  Interment in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.  Visiting is  2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Stroo Funeral Home, 1095 68th St. S.E., Grand Rapids. www.stroofuneralhome.com |
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:36 PM |
Robert "Bob" Charles Graham, 71, of Midland, his father called him home early Saturday morning, Oct. 24, 2009, at his home after suffering for many years with no known cure. |
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Robert E. Downer, 72, beloved husband, father and grandfather, of Quincy, Mich., passed away Oct. 16, 2009, in Bradenton, Fla, at his winter home.  Robert was born Sept. 23, 1937, to Wallace and Gladys (Marquart) Downer in Hillsdale.  Both parents preceded him in death.  He graduated from Quincy High School in 1955 and married Jennie Lee Gerber on May 19, 1956.  He also attended the Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music from 1959-1962.  After graduation, he became director of Camp Selah Christian Camp, Reading, for 15 years with his wife, Jennie.  He was an active member of East Algansee Baptist Church and currently Calvary Baptist Church, Quincy.  During the winter months, he attended Fellowship Baptist in Bradenton.  He worked the majority of his life as co-owner with his father at W.E. Downer and Son Well Drilling and loved his work and all the people he met during those years. Bob and Jennie loved to travel in the U.S. and to many other countries.  They also loved fishing off their boat in Florida during the winter months. Survivors include his wife, Jennie Lee (Gerber) Downer; one son, Mark Downer, Mooresville, N.C.; one daughter, Karen (Downer) Parman, of Fayetteville, Ga.  Also surviving are two sisters, Nancy (Downer) Strang of Quincy  and Carol (Downer) Turner of Edwardsburg; five grandchildren, Kortney Parman of Atlanta, Ga., Brock Parman of Nashville, Tenn., and Mickel, Taylor and Daylee Parman of Fayetteville, Ga. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the Quincy Calvary Baptist Church with Pastor Frank Snyder officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy.  Friends and family will be received for visitation Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy.  Memorials are suggested to the Quincy Calvary Baptist Church or Tidewell Hospice & Palliative Care, 3355 26th St. W, Bradenton, FL  34205-3607. |
Robert L. Bethune Feb. 23, 1927-Oct. 28, 2009 Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:28 PM |
Robert L. Bethune, age 82 of Monroe, Michigan, died October 28, 2009 at Tendercare of Monroe where he had been since July. He had been in declining health since July. |
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 1:38 PM |
Robert L. Leffingwell, 75, of Midland, died Tuesday evening, Oct. 27, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. |
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Monday, October 26, 2009 3:22 PM |
Ronald G. Boulis, 59, of Midland, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at his residence. |
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Ronald K. Morey, 65, of Klinger Lake, Sturgis, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born May 20, 1944, in Detroit, a son of Arlys and Olive (Beach) Morey. He had lived at Klinger Lake since 1983, and had lived in the White Pigeon, Bronson and Burr Oak areas. He was a 1963 graduate of Bronson High School. On Feb. 22, 1964, he married Patricia D. Persails in Union City. He retired in 2000 from Viking Industries in Centreville after more than 20 years of employment. He was a member of the United Methodist Church. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, fishing, hunting, woodworking, sports, grilling food and gardening. Surviving are his wife, Patrica D. Morey of Sturgis; two daughters, Tammy I. (Todd) Sanderson of Mendon and Paul Jo (Kevin) Butler of Three Rivers; a son, Tim R. (Deb) Morey of Constantine; six grandchildren; five brothers, Robert D. Morey of Jenison, George C. Morey of Kalkaska, Leslie J. Morey of Nappanee, Ind., Frederick E. Morey of Shipshewana, Ind., and Jerry L. Morey of Sturgis; two sisters, Shirley Armstrong of Sturgis and Ritabell (Roger) Wilks of Kentwood; two sisters-in-law, Carolyn and Esther Morey; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Penny Sue Morey; three brothers, Melvin, Danny and Mervin; a sister, Edith Morey; and a nephew. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in White Pigeon Township Cemetery, White Pigeon. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. |
Monday, October 19, 2009 2:41 PM - Amy Bell, Staff Writer |
Rose M. Rowe, 74, of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at her home. She was born Sept. 25, 1935 in Defiance, Ohio, to John and Dorothy (Degler) Zinser. She was married March 11, 1972 to John Rowe, he preceded her in death in 2003. Rose was affiliated with Riggs Beauty Studio for over forty years. She was a graduate of Ayersville High School in Ohio and Riggs Beauty School. She was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Star Group at St. Paul’s and the St. Paul’s Guild. She was a member of the Wednesday morning quilting group at the College Baptist Church. Rose enjoyed spending time with her family and she was an avid gardener. Survivors include two sisters, Esther (Randall) Wigent of Reading and Eileen (Philip) Rohlf of Defiance; a brother, Walter (Ann) Zinser of Reading; step-son, Tom (Pat) Rowe of New York; step-grandson, John Rowe; nieces and nephews, John and Maria Zinser, Cindy (Jeff) Miller, Connie (Tom) Condon, Randy (Lori) Wigent, Chris (John) McLemore, Steve (Diane) Rohlf, Jeff (Tami) Rohlf, Dan Rohlf, Heidi (Tim) Keller; aunt Donna Leonhardt of Napoleon; and several Zinser relatives in Germany. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers in infancy, John and Roland; and a niece, Tina Mast. Funeral services for Rose Rowe will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hillsdale with Pastor Dan Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Paul’s or charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Memorial services for Ruth Ann Kidd, 73, who died May 23, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at the Nordman Funeral Home at 11:00 AM with Rev. Jeff Dinner officiating. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Ryan Steele, age 27, of Holland, died Sunday, October 25, 2009, from injuries sustained in a car accident.   Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday, October 29 at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland.  Burial will be in Restlawn  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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Shirley Gamm Mroz, age 87, currently of Adrian, Mich., died on Oct. 21, 2009, at her home. Shirley was born in Sheffield, Iowa, lived for many years in the Washington, D.C., area, Naples, Fla., as well as other areas of the nation. After graduating from Upper Iowa University School of Music, she was a school teacher in Iowa, worked for the federal government in Washington, D.C., and after her marriage to Vince Mroz in 1945, became a homemaker. Vince preceeded her in death in July 2008. She is survived by a daughter, Barbara Bolling (Raleigh­); son, Gregory Mroz (Gail); four grandchildren, Kara Bolling Curtis, David  Mroz (Sara), Julie Mroz Kirk (Andy), Lauren Mroz; and two great-grandchildren, Courtney Curtis and Kyle Curtis. Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, from 2 until 3 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian. A funeral service will follow immediately after visitation at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, 2959 N. Adrian Highway, Adrian. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Great Lakes Home Health and Hospice, 900 Cooper St., Jackson, MI.  Donation envelopes will be available at the service. |
Monday, October 19, 2009 8:39 PM - Mark Spencley |
There will be a short memorial service for Shirley M. Evans who passed away at her home on Sept. 29, 2009. The service will be held at 2 p.m. on Oct. 24 at the Inverness Township Hall on VFW Road and a luncheon will follow. Pastor Greg Kirby will officate. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Friday, October 30, 2009 6:22 AM |
WRIGHT, T. GALE; age 63; born on October 31, 1945, in Los Angeles, CA; and passed away surrounded by her family on October 25, 2009, at home. |
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Thomas J. Morgan, 62, of Camden, died unexpectedly Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, at Toledo Hospital, Toledo, Ohio. He was born March 20, 1947, in Edon, Ohio, to Estel L. and Betty L. (Thorp) Morgan. He attended Camden-Frontier schools. He married Rita A. Altaffer in Montpelier, Ohio, Dec. 6, 1986, and she survives. Thomas retired from Aro Corp in Bryan, Ohio in 2006 after 40 years of employment in the carpenter and maintenance departments. He enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his family. Also surviving are four daughters, Tami (Rob) Paulsen, Southgate, Traci Szegedi, Northwood, Ohio, Christina Morgan and Amanda (Dalton) Brown, both of Camden; five sons, Larry Jones Jr., Montpelier, Tommy Jones, Marion, Ohio, John Morgan (fiancé Nikki Collins), Orland, Ind., James Morgan, Montpelier and Robert (Stacy) Morgan, Osseo; four sisters, Pat (Dan) Pearson, Linda (Ed) Terris, Sandra (Dave) Grunden, and Laurie (Roger) Montgomery, all of Camden; one brother, Bill Morgan, Mio, Mich.; 24 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were his parents and two brothers-in-law, Stephen and Greg Altaffer. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Sunday at Thompson Funeral Home, Montpelier. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with Pastor Mike Wilder officiating. Burial will be at 20 Acres on Sampson Road. Memorials are suggested to the family. |
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March 13, 1978 - Oct. 24, 2009 Todd was born to Marcia Folts DePeel and William DePeel in Alma, Mi. Todd passed away in Rockville Maryland on Saturday, November 24, 2009 after a long and courageous battle with Melanoma. |
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WHEELER, URSULA I.; of Waterford; October 29, 2009; at age 91. |
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TRAVERSE CITY — Douglas Edward Patterson, 80, died on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Grayling Nursing and Rehab Center. Douglas was born in Bingham Township on July 7, 1929, to Arlie Edward and Hope Etheleen (Boone) Patterson. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army after serving his country during World War II. Doug loved to fish and worked for Big John Fishing, where his skills were often used in fishing tournaments.Douglas is survived by his wife, Patricia Ann DeGraw Patterson; his three daughters, Belinda Ann Whaley (Stanley), Debra Gardner (Ken) and Sandra Kinnee (Edward); his three sons, Allen (Lynn), Dennis (Jenny) and Perry (Pam) VanderMeulen; 17 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren. Doug was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial services will be held Saturday, Oct. 31, at 1 p.m., with visitation one hour prior, at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. The Rev. Justin Grimm will officiate. Military Honors will follow under the auspices of V.F.W. Cherryland Post 2780.Memorial donations can be directed to American Lung Association or V.F.W. Post 2780. Kindly share thoughts and memories with the family on Doug's online guest book at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com.The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City. |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:38 AM |
Vernon Watts Vernon Watts, age 65. October 28, 2009. Dear husband of Barbara. Loving father of Veronica and stepfather of Donna Vorpagel, Lori Wilmoth and Ronald Watts. Dear grandfather of Michael, Jon, Alyssa and Tori. Caring great-grandfather of Lainy. Loving brother of Horace "Bill," Keith and Karen. Mr. Watts will be missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr at Masonic, Warren. ahpeters.com. |
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Virginia M. Dalton Sept. 6, 1920-Oct. 24, 2009 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:44 PM |
Virginia M. Dalton, age 89, of Monroe died October 24, 2009 in Monroe. |
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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. |
Friday, October 30, 2009 6:22 AM |
WOOD, STUART E.; 83; of Charlevoix, and formerly of Bloomfield Hills; died October 6, 2009; at his home. |
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William Ernest Steinke Jr., 69, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009 in Gladwin. |
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
William Robert Sowle, 85, of Jonesville, passed away Monday, Oct. 19, 2009, at home. He was born Aug. 3, 1924, in Amboy Township, to Harry and Alla Elsie (Farver) Sowle. He was first married in 1945 to Clara Long and she preceded him in death in 1991. He was married Oct. 17, 1999, to Eva Mae Westfall Lockwood; she preceded him in death July 20, 2009. Robert was retired from Wells Equipment and was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Germany. Robert is survived by two step children, Judy Ann (Charles) Alspaugh of Reading and William Earl (Sharon) Lockwood of Nashua, N. H.; a sister, Chloey Foust of Litchfield; five step grandchildren and two step great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Besides his wife, Eva Mae, he was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife Clara; three sisters, Elsie, Zelma and Mildred and three brothers, Kincle, Arthur Kelly and Harold Irving. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will follow at the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Jonesville United Methodist Church or the Reading Emergency Unit. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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