Saturday, November 21, 2009

Michigan Obituaries 11/21/09


 

Albert Borso May 5, 1933-Nov. 20, 2009

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:12 AM 

Albert Borso, age 76, died Friday, November 20, 2009 at the Arbor Hospice Residence in Ann Arbor.


 


 


 

Althea "Teddy" S. Evans

Althea "Teddy" S. Evans, 82, of Gladwin, passed away at her home, on Friday, Nov. 13, 2009.


 


 


 

Alvina S. (Kindsvater) Johns

Saturday, November 21, 2009 8:10 AM 

Alvina S. (Kindsvater) Johns, 92, of Midland, passed away peacefully, Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009. 


 


 

Angelo Spina

After a long and fulfilling life, Angelo Spina, 96, went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 11, 2009. A 31-year resident of Sugar Springs in Gladwin, Angelo was born in Borgetto, Sicily on May 16, 1913. He came to America at age eight and lived in the Detroit area until 1978.


 


 

Archie Monroe Porter

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Barry L. Shumake

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Bay City, Saginaw death notices

Saturday, November 21, 2009 8:10 AM 

Kim C. "KC" Davis, 55, of Bay City, died Nov. 15, 2009. Penzien & Steele Funeral Home.


 


 

Betty Jane Altier

Betty Jane (Read) Altier was born in Ludington, Jan. 1, 1921. She died Aug. 21 in Rochester, N.Y. The youngest child, she often remembered her childhood with lots of friends as wonderfully free. She w... 


 


 


 

CLAYTON E.EDMONDS

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

EDMONDS, CLAYTON E.; of Clarkston; November 18, 2009; age 49.


 


 


 

Casmira 'Cassie' Wittstock

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM 

Casmira 'Cassie' Wittstock Casmira "Cassie" Wittstock, age 89, passed away on November 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Joseph Jr., and Carolyn (Rick) Detro. Loving grandmother of Mark Wittstock, Laura (Charles) Percy and the late Adrienne Gargula. Proud great-grandmother of Jack and Chas. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. with a 6 p.m. rosary. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway, (16 Mile). Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 


 

Clarence C. "Shorty" Laurenz

Saturday, November 21, 2009 5:27 AM 

Jan. 19, 1926-Nov. 20, 2009 Clarence C. "Shorty" Laurenz, age 83, of Ithaca passed away November 20, 2009 at the Gratiot Medical Center in Alma with his wife and children by his side.


 


 

Claude McCumber

Claude McCumber, 67, of Custer, died Friday, Nov. 20 at Memorial Medical Center. The Stephens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

DONALD L. STANLEY

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

STANLEY, DONALD L.; of Pontiac; November 19, 2009; at 62 years of age. 


 


 


 

Dawson C. Walworth

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Diane J. Borgert

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:28 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Diane June Borgert, age 65, of Colon, Mich., and previously of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 16, 2009 . She was born June 26, 1944, in Fawn River Twp., Mich., a daughter to Clyde and Grace (Schellhous) VanWormer. Diane graduated from Colon High School and had been a resident of St. Joseph County most of her life. She was married to Walter E. Borgert in 1978.  He preceded her in death. She was a licensed beautician, a homemaker, a very caring person,  and she enjoyed animals and spending time with her great-grandchildren.  Surviving are one daughter, Tonya Hernandez of Kalamazoo, Mich.; three grandchildren, Amber Briones and Nicole Shaffer, both of Coldwater, Mich., and Tyler Russey of Three Rivers, Mich.; four great-grandchildren, Xavier Shaffer, Maliah Briones, Luis Shaffer, and Jaylee Stout, all of Coldwater; her mother, Grace VanWormer of Colon; and aunts, cousins, and a niece. She was preceded in death by her father and husband. Cremation has taken place.  The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at the New Life Tabernacle, 300 Smith St., Coldwater Arrangements are being handled by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes - Rosenberg Chapel, (269) 651-3284.        


 


 

Dimitri John Buhalis

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Dolores Livernois Crusoe

Sunday, November 15, 2009 1:39 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Dolores Livernois Crusoe, 82, of Cheboygan, Michigan died November 10, 2009 at Hospice House of Cheboygan. The fu­neral mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, November 16, at 10 a.m. at St Mary/St Charles Church in Cheboygan. The principal cele­brant of the mass will be the Most Reverend Patrick R Cooney with Rev. James Williams, Rev. Duane Wachowiak, Rev. Paul Megee, and Rev. Anthony Cure­ton. Deacon Paul Fifer of Petoskey will assist Bishop Cooney. Mr. Robert Hallad will be the Master of Ceremonies. Read more HERE.  


 


 

Donald Allen Young

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Donald F. Gamelin

Donald F. Gamelin, 85, former Ludington resident, died on November 18, 2009 in Munising. Don was employed by the State of Michigan as a Liquor Inspector, and he was very active in Boy and Cub Scouts i... 


 


 

Donna J. Mendez

Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:56 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donna J. Mendez, age 77, passed away Nov. 16, 2009, at Toledo Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born July 15, 1932, in Lima, Ohio, the daughter of John and Erma (Sroufe) Nichols. On Sept. 11, 1955, she married Raul “Roy” Mendez in Lima, Ohio. He preceded her in death. She was a very proud supporter of the Democratic Party. Donna was a precinct delegate and the former President of the Women’s Committee, receiving the “Woman of the Year” award. She also ran the bingo for the Democratic Party for three years. Donna loved having her family around and adored her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her children; David L. (Teresa) Hasting, Peggy M. (Wandell) Mayhorn, Carolyn S. (James) Wireman, Angelina Ables (Michael SanMiguel), Raul O. (Gayle) Mendez, Jr., Tina (Manuel) Ramirez, Leonard R. (Jesusita) Mendez, Cristobal (Cynthia) Mendez and Raul H. (Eugenia) Mendez; 30 grandchildren, 69 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Norma Joann Owsley; her extended brother, Francisco (Margarita) Diaz, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raul “Roy” Mendez;  her parents, John and Erma Nichols; two grandsons, James Wireman, Jr. and Felix Beltran. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Donna’s daughter, Pastor Carolyn Wireman officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Condolences may be offered online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Doris Genevieve Hammond Fedus, 98

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 2:20 PM 

Doris Genevieve Hammond Fedus, of Petoskey, a Crooked Lake resident and formerly of Livonia, passed away peacefully Nov. 13, 2009, in her home surrounded by her loving and devoted family.


 


 

Doris Hammond Fedus, 98

Monday, November 16, 2009 8:10 AM 

Doris Hammond Fedus, 98, of Petoskey and formerly of Livonia, died Nov. 13, 2009, at home.


 


 

Doris Lee Riggie

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:59 AM 

Doris Lee Riggie, 79, of Midland, died late Wednesday evening, Nov. 18, 2009, at her home. 


 


 

Doris Riggie

Thursday, November 19, 2009 12:41 PM 

Doris Riggie, 79, of Midland, died Thursday morning, Nov. 18, 2009, at her home. 


 


 

Dorothy M. Ice, 88

Monday, November 16, 2009 10:00 AM 

Funeral service for Dorothy M. Ice, 88, of Charlevoix, will take place at 4 p.m. today, Monday, Nov. 16, at the Winchester Funeral Home in Charlevoix. The Rev. Michael Arp of Family of Faith Ministries will officiate. Burial will take place at Brookside Cemetery, Charlevoix.


 


 

Douglas Darr Arnold

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 1:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Douglas Darr Arnold, 79, of Edgerton, Ohio, passed away Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Hillside Country Living, Bryan, Ohio. Doug fought a courageous battle with cancer and died at peace with family members by his side. Douglas D. Arnold was born Nov. 11, 1930, in Hillsdale, the son of Henry Dewey and Katherine Marie (Bates) Arnold. He married Rita R. Shultz Dec. 26, 1980, in Bryan, and she preceded him in death March 16, 2007. Doug was an accomplished artist during his high school days at Hillsdale High School. He was featured in LIFE Magazine on June 20, 1949, with his work hanging in the National Scholastic Art Show two years in a row. Doug worked at The Aro Corporation in Bryan for 41 years, retiring in 1991. Doug was well known for his industrial photography. He was co-director of the Bryan V.F.W. Veterettes Drum & Drill Team, which won several national championships. Doug was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Montpelier, Ohio. He loved to watch his grandsons participate in their sporting events. He enjoyed his life and family. Doug will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Douglas is survived by three sons, Mike (Teri) Arnold, of Charlotte, Jeff (Brenda) Arnold, of Bryan, and Doug (Peggy) Arnold, of Enid, Okla.; one daughter, Patricia Kidd, of Texas; one stepson, Carl Shultz, of Tucson, Ariz.; two stepdaughters, Rene Shultz, also of Tucson, and Tami Shultz, of Findlay, Ohio; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and cherished friend, Barbara Zulch. Doug was also preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Ross and Donald Arnold. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 at Krill Funeral Home, 114 East Hull St., Edgerton, with the Reverend Bob Damschroder officiating. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Edgerton. Memorials in the name of Douglas D. Arnold may be sent to Hospital Hospice & Home Health, Bryan. Condolences may be sent to and the online register signed at www.krillfuneralservice.com.


 


 

Douglas Warren Sprague

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:15 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Douglas Warren Sprague, age 80, of Adrian, formerly of Hudson, went home to his Lord and Savior, Wednesday evening, Nov. 18, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 31, 1929, in Wright Township, Mich., to Carroll and Myrna (Harris) Sprague. He graduated from Hudson High School in 1947. He served in the U.S. Air Force in Japan and Korea from 1952 to 1956. On March 16, 1957, he married Shirley Watson in Tecumseh, and she survives. Doug had been employed by Tecumseh Products Company, Consumers Power and retired from the Adrian Public Schools, where he had been employed for 16 years. Doug farmed and cared for the family farms south of Hudson most of his life. He and his wife, Shirley, owned and operated the Baker Hill Bed and Breakfast in Hudson. He enjoyed flying and had a commercial pilot’s license. Doug was a member of the Raisin Valley Friends Church where he was a trustee; he served as a member of the North Adrian Grange as well as a 4-H leader. His greatest blessing was his grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved, adored and prayed for every day. In addition to his wife, Shirley, he is survived by a son, John (Tonia) Sprague of Cement City; three daughters, Jackie (Wesley) Wickham of Osseo, Michelle (Rick) Brownell of Sturgis and Heidi (Scott) Cagle of Adrian; siblings, Donald Sprague of Toledo, Shirley Mitchinson of Grand Blanc, Alfred Sprague of Rochester Hills, Shelia (Gordon) Mitchinson of Turnbridge, Vt., Brenda (Eldon) Cattell of Clayton and Sonja (Tom) Quinn of Dansville; 17 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Brian Beck officiating. Burial will be in Lime Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be held today from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will also be held Saturday from noon until the time of service at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.    You may send condolences to the family atwww.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Raisin Valley Friends Church, the Lenawee County Department on Aging or to Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Dr. Alister M. MacKenzie

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Dr. Benjamin Craig Scarff, 48

Monday, November 16, 2009 8:15 AM

Former Petoskey resident Dr. Benjamin Craig Scarff, 48, of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., died April 27, 2009. 


 


 

Duaine M. Murphy

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:11 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Duaine M. Murphy, age 78, of Tecumseh died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009. Funeral arrangements are pending with Handler Funeral Home. 


 


 

Duane E. Bills

Monday, November 16, 2009 3:15 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Duane E. Bills, 86, of Litchfield, passed away Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at his home. He was born Dec. 9, 1922 in Crystal, the son of Audley and Alice (Small) Bills. Duane served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was a retired truck driver. His hobbies included woodworking, gardening, hunting, fishing and camping. He and his wife had belonged to the Night Owls Camping Club of Quincy. On Sept. 19, 1947 he married Florence “Kitty” (Sheerer) and she preceded him in death in 2008. Survivors include two daughters, Geraldine (Jack) Kerspilo of Reading, Cindy (Steve) Blonde of Litchfield; two sons, Mike (Judy) Bills of Litchfield, Dan (Connie) Bills of Litchfield; six sisters,  Imallee (Doug) Worden of Riga, Audrey Lattas of Hillsdale, Dollie Teller of Litchfield, Leona Katz of Coldwater, Shirley (Richard) Harrison of Jonesville, Alice (Rich) Luther of Coloma; two sisters-in-law, Jolene Bills of Jackson, Jean Bills of Litchfield; four brothers, Charles (Marcia) Bills of Jackson, Leroy (Betty) Bills of Oklahoma, George (Shirley) DePew of Homer, Jim (Mary) DePew of Jackson; 12 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ken and Robert Bills; one sister, Wanda Karney; and his step-mother, Leone Bills. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Litchfield Athletic Boosters.  


 


 

ELWOOD JEANS

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

JEANS, ELWOOD; age 74; a lifelong resident of Oxford; passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family November 19, 2009. 


 


 

Earl H. Beebe

Friday, November 20, 2009 12:09 PM 

Earl H. Beebe, 86, of Sanford, died Wednesday morning, Nov. 18, 2009, at Mid-Michigan Stratford Village. 


 


 

Edith M. McPhail

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Edward V. Slingerland

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Eleanor A. Haney

Friday, November 20, 2009 1:08 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Eleanor Anna Haney, age 86, of Osceola, Ind., and a former longtime Burr Oak resident, passed away Thursday morning, Nov. 19, 2009, at her home. She was born Nov. 17, 1923, in Burr Oak, a daughter of the late Levi and Hattie (Schallhorn) Hill. Eleanor had been living with her daughter for the past 11 years. Prior to that she had resided her whole life in Burr Oak and graduated from Burr Oak High School. On Feb. 5, 1946, she married Norman Haney in Centreville. He died Jan. 4, 1992. Mrs. Haney was a homemaker and a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Burr Oak. She enjoyed crocheting, animals, gardening and word-find games. She is survived by three daughters, Anna (James) VanNest of Sturgis, Joyce (Kenneth) Brackett of Burr Oak and Theresa (Neil Redick) Grose of Osceola; a son, Michael (Anna) Haney of Casa Grande, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; a sister, Rosie Miller of Burr Oak; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Norman Lee Haney; a grandson, James Richard VanNest; a sister, Doris Bennett; and three brothers, Eugene Hill, George William Hill and Albert Hill. The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. Saturday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Eleanor Haney will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Burr Oak. The Rev. Kurt Kuhlmann will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at the Burr Oak Cemetery in Burr Oak. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Haney’s memory consider the Center for Hospice, 22579 Old U.S. 20 East, Elkhart, IN 46516. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.


 


 

Elizabeth T. 'Betty' Pitonyak

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM 

Elizabeth T. 'Betty' Pitonyak Elizabeth T. "Betty" Pitonyak, age 93, a resident of Punta Gorda, Fla. and Lewiston, Mich., passed away November 13, 2009, in Punta Gorda, Fla. Beloved wife of the late August G. Dearest mother of Betty Jane (Bob) Bender, Ann (the late Chuck) Bachorski and Frank (Bev) Pitonyak. Loving grandmother of Anita (Johnny) Miller, Lydia (David) Daniels, Charlie Bachorski, Sue (David), Ruth, Jim (Kim) Bachorski, Karen Bachorski, Bill (Lorie) Bachorski, Sheila (Richard) Griswold, Bill (Cheryl) Pitonyak, Jeff (Laure) Pitonyak and the late Frank Pitonyak. Loving great-grandmother of Michael W. Bender, Melissa Herron, Deanna (Walter) Lyman, Heather Bachorski, James Trendel, Robert Herron, Robert Trendel, Curtis Herron, Stephanie Griswold, Brian Bachorski, Alyese Sudderth, Maygan Pitonyak and Ashley Bachorski. Proud great-great-grandmother of Loren Lyman, Max Lyman, Walter Lyman, Harmony Lyman and Blake Poore. Dear sister of Dot (the late Pat) Sheehan, Henry (Lois) Chevrchko, the late Em (the late Joe) Sclesky, the late Mary (the late Ralph) Wagner, the late Johnny (the late Dorothy) and the late Andrew (Lillian) Chverchko. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. and Monday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Monday 8 p.m. Instate Tuesday 10 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Edmund Church, 14025 12 Mile Road, between Schoenherr and Hayes. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to St. Edmund Church appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Elizabeth 'Betsy' Sherman

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Ellen Jane Amidon

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Emil J. Ortmann, Jr.

Sunday, November 15, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Ernest Ray McDaniel

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Esther L. Ost Nov. 20, 2009

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:12 AM 

Esther L. Ost, 70, of Dundee, died Friday afternoon at Mercy Memorial Hospital in Monroe. 


 


 

Esther M. King

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Ethel Schoolcraft

Sunday, November 15, 2009 1:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ethel Schoolcraft, 79, of Afton, passed away Friday, November 13, 2009 at the Northern Michigan Region­al Hospital in Petoskey. A memorial gathering will take place starting at 1:00pm, Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at the Afton Community Club on Montgomery Rd. in Afton. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may visit www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com. Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River served the family. Read more HERE.


 


 

Eugene A. Cox

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Fern D. Pearson

Friday, November 20, 2009 12:14 PM 

Fern D. Pearson, 84, of Midland, died at the MidMichigan Medical Center on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009. 


 


 

Floyd A. Perry

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:12 AM 

Additional information has been received for Floyd A. Perry, 95, of Petersburg, who died Wednesday. 


 


 

Floyd A. Perry Nov. 27, 1913- Nov. 18, 2009

Friday, November 20, 2009 10:35 AM 

Floyd A. Perry, age 95, of Petersburg, Michigan, passed away Wednesday evening at his home, surrounded by his family and under the care of hospice.


 


 

Floyd Perry Nov. 18, 2009

Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:36 AM 

Floyd Perry, 95, of Petersburg died Wednesday night in his home.


 


 

Frances Gaglio

Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:28 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frances Gaglio, 89 of Coldwater, died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009 at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher Funeral Home and will be announced as soon as they become available.


 


 

Frances Walton

Thursday, November 12, 2009 1:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frances Walton, 93, died Nov. 1, 2009, at Alvarado Hospital in San Diego,Calif. She was born Feb. 20,1916, in Highland Park, Mich., to Kasper and Mary Amirkanian. She married Thomas Walton Sr. Oct. 12,1940, and he preceded her in death Oct. 31,1989. She was a devoted wife and homemaker and a successful and helping partner with her husband while owning Harvard of Hillsdale in Litchfield. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mrs. Michael (Diane) Markarian and brother, Leo "Lee" Amirkanian. She is held in special memory by her granddaughters whom she had a great influence on their lives. Survivors include a brother, Harry Amirkanian, and two sons, Thomas E. Walton Jr,, of Vero Beach,Fla. and John F. Walton, of Carson City, Nev. Also surviving are four granddaughters, seven great-grandchildren and niece. No services or memorial are planned at this time. Arrangements are by Neptune Society of El Cajon,Calif.


 


 

GARY WHITE

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

WHITE, GARY; age 66; of Clarkston; died on November 19, 2009, after a long battle with cancer. 


 


 

Galen W. 'Sy' Seiler, 89

Friday, November 20, 2009 7:00 AM 

Galen W. 'Sy' Seiler, 89, passed away peaceably Nov. 8, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility with his eldest son, Lou, at his side.


 


 

Gary A. Vincent

Friday, November 20, 2009 12:09 PM 

Gary A. Vincent, 70, of Midland, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center.


 


 

Gary White

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Gaylord Vaughn Fisher

Gaylord Vaughn Fisher, age 72, of Yuma, Arizona, passed away after a short illness on Oct. 28, 2009 at the Yuma Regional Medical Center with his family by his side. 


 


 

George M. Lewis Jr

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Gerald Parker Nov. 19, 2009

Friday, November 20, 2009 10:38 AM 

Gerald Parker, 72, of Newport died Thursday in Toledo. Arrangements by Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock.


 


 

Gerda Irmgart (Klisch) Flaugher

Saturday, November 21, 2009 5:27 AM 

Aug. 25, 1935-Nov.15, 2009 Gerda Irmgart (Klisch) Flaugher, 74 of Ludington passed away Sunday, November 15, 2009 at her home.


 


 

Gladys Lulu Schnackenberg

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Glenn P. Eckerle

Sunday, November 15, 2009 1:36 PM - Mark Spencley 

Glenn P. 'Skip' Eckerle II, 44, passed away sud­denly Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009 in Newaygo. A Memorial Service was held Satur­day, Nov. 14, 2009 at The Lee Chapel, Sytsema Fu­neral Homes Inc., 6291 S. Harvey St. in Muskegon, with Deacon Bill McCabe officiating. Read more HERE.


 


 

Gordon "Satch" Powell Jr

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Gordon F. Masserant April 6, 1929-Nov. 19, 2009

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:12 AM 

Gordon F. and #147;Gordie and #148; Masserant, 80, passed away Thursday, November 19th at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center. He had been in poor health for three years.


 


 

Gordon F. and #147;Gordie and #148; Masserant Nov. 19, 2009

Friday, November 20, 2009 10:37 AM 

Gordon F. and #147;Gordie and #148; Masserant, 80, of Newport died at 10:50 a.m. Thursday at Mercy Memorial Nursing Center. 


 


 

Gregory Alan Byers

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 1:45 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gregory Alan Byers, 50, of Hillsdale, passed away, Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born, Feb. 18, 1959, in Hillsdale to Frederick L. and Charlotte (Duerr) Byers. He was married Feb. 21, 1995, to Deborah Gordon and she survives. Gregory was a 1977 graduate of Hillsdale High School and was employed by ACT in Hillsdale for 25 years. He enjoyed working on cars, lawn mowers and small engines. Besides his wife, Deborah, he is survived by two sons, Zachary and Garrett Byers, both at home; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, William and Marian Tuttle; his maternal grandmother, Florence Duerr of Chicago; a sister, Machelle (Gary) Langhann of Hillsdale; and two brothers, Gary (Janette) Byers of Osseo and Larry Byers of St. Louis, Mo. Gregory was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Gregory Alan Byers will be 11 a.m. Friday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor James Olinger officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church of Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Gwendolyn E. Hafer

Sunday, November 15, 2009 6:35 AM 

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HELEN GERTRUDE BRADY

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

BRADY, HELEN GERTRUDE; age 87; of West Bloomfield; November 18, 2009. 


 


 

Harriet Zietlow, 93

Friday, November 20, 2009 9:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harriet Zietlow, 93, of Holland, died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Holland Hospital. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes.


 


 

Harris Nieusma, 93

Thursday, November 19, 2009 9:26 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Harris D. Nieusma, 93, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Point Manor Care Facility in Point Marion, PA.   A memorial service is planned at Point Manor Personal Care Facility, 300 Union St., Point Marion, PA, 15474, on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m.   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.


 


 

Harvey Van Dam, 75

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 8:06 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Harvey D. Van Dam, 75, of Allegan, died Monday, November 16, 2009, at Ely Manor in Allegan. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Brookside Cemetery in Dunningville. Arrangements by the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Helen J. Witte

Sunday, November 15, 2009 1:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Helen J. Witte, 100, of Cheboy­gan passed away Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Cremation has taken place and a complete obituary will be published in a future edition of the Cheboygan Daily Tribune. Read more HERE.  


 


 

Hildegard Otto

Thursday, November 19, 2009 5:07 PM 

Mrs. Hildegard Otto, 100, of Lewiston, died Nov. 17, 2009. 


 


 

Iona Stewart

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM 

Iona Stewart Iona Stewart, age 89. Passed away November 19, 2009. Loving mother of Roger (Donna) Stewart. Cherished grandmother of Brad (Jackie) Stewart, Deborah Stewart, Michelle (Greg) Garschagen, Jeff (Tammy) Stewart, Randy Stewart, and Cathy Stewart. Great-grandmother of 12. Dear sister of Annette Cascaddan and sister-in-law of Marcy Peplinski. Predeceased by her son Gary. Visitation at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 43300 Garfield, north of 19 Mile, Clinton Township on Sunday from 3-9 p.m. Funeral service Monday 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Share your thoughts and memories at www.SchultzFuneralHome.com.


 


 

Irene B. Oleniczak

Irene B. Oleniczak, 88, of Manistee, died Friday, Nov. 13. The Herbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Irene Majorie Holley

Saturday, November 14, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Isabelle Kleis, 99

Thursday, November 19, 2009 9:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Isabelle Kleis, 99, of Holland, died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Lakeside Vista and Villas of Holland. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. Burial was held in Pilgrim Home Cemetery on Friday. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Monday.   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.


 


 

JACK GRIFFITH BARNETT

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

BARNETT, JACK GRIFFITH; of Pontiac; November 16, 2009; age78; born December 5, 1930 in Canton, Ohio. 


 


 

Jacqueline M. Leseth

Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:35 AM

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James Barry Fielder

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:12 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James Barry Fielder, age 75, of Onsted, formerly of Tecumseh, passed away Nov. 18, 2009, at his home, with his children by his side. He was born Aug. 11, 1934, in Clinton, one of nine children to William and Lillian (Middlebrook) Fielder. Mr. Fielder owned Fielder Construction and built such things as Adams Park and sidewalks for the city of Tecumseh. He coordinated and produced the 4th of July Fireworks for Tecumseh for many years. He was a member of the Jaycees and the Tecumseh Club.  He was a past president of the Hot Rod Club. He is survived by his children, Jody (Scott) Badder of Brooklyn, Jennifer (Charles) Mapes of Holland, Jackie (Tom) Hubbard of Summerfield, Fla., Jill Timms of Adrian, Tammie (Andy) King of Saline,         Jason (Tabitha) Barlow of La Quinta, Calif., Kathy (Chris) Smith of Port St. Lucie, Fla., Linda (Tim) Saylor of Adrian; and 24 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judith Whiting Fielder, his parents, and several brothers and sisters. Visitation will be at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. A short funeral service will immediately follow at 3:30 p.m. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

James E. Fenske

Friday, November 20, 2009 12:06 PM 

James E. Fenske, 72, of Midland, died at the MidMichigan Medical Center on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2009, surrounded by his family at his side.


 


 

James Edward Bosman

Friday, November 20, 2009 6:35 AM 

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James Gordon Leacock Jr.

Sunday, November 15, 2009 6:35 AM 

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James L. Penberthy

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 12:35 AM 

ANDOVER, Minn. -- James L. Penberthy, 72, of Andover, died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at home.


 


 

James M. Miller

Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:53 AM 

James M. Miller, 60, of Harrison, passed away Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Mid Michigan Medical Center-Midland. 


 


 

James O. Ulvund, 83

Friday, November 20, 2009 7:00 AM

James O. Ulvund, 83, of East Jordan, died Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. Arrangements are pending at the Penzien Funeral Homes, Inc. in East Jordan. 


 


 

James S. Ahola

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:01 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- James S. Ahola, 65, of Ironwood, died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, in Ironwood. 


 


 

James S. Gauvey

Monday, November 16, 2009 3:16 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James S. Gauvey, 59, of Mosherville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, at Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born March 23, 1950, in Bryan Ohio, to Kenneth and Blanche (Dangler) Gauvey. James graduated from Reading High School in 1969 and Jackson Community College with an associate degree in electronics. He worked at Daisy Products, Hillsdale; was a hard-rock gold miner in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, California; and was also employed at Jesco Industries in Litchfield. Survivors include two sisters, Nancy Lockwood of Saline, Sue Patch-Hickman of Kalamazoo; five nephews, Jeff Lockwood of Jackson, Greg Lockwood of Georgia, Terry Troup of Florida, Chris Troup  of Oklahoma, Rodney Patch of Indiana; two nieces, Deborah Troup Urban of Florida, Amy Patch McFarland of Coldwater; and dear friends, David and Arla Watson of Montgomery. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Myra Troup. Cremation has taken place and interment will be in Ney, Ohio. Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Reading.


 


 

Jeanette A. Gauthier

Sunday, November 15, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Jeanne Schmidt

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 3:22 AM - Brandon Watson watson@sturgisjournal.com 

Jeanne Schmidt, 86, of White Pigeon, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Park Place Living Center in Kalamazoo. She was born Aug. 8, 1923, in White Pigeon to Lloyd and Lydia (Ingold)Catton. She was a gradaute of White Pigeon High School in 1942, where she was the drum majorette and a cheerleader. On Oct. 23, 1953, she married Richard W. Schmidt at the White Pigeon United Methodist Church. She had been a Kalamazoo resident since May, and a White Pigeon resident her entire life. She was the secretary for G&ATruck Lines inWhite Pigeon, Continental Can in Three Rivers, Aux Scandelles School in Elkhart, Ind. and the Pathfinder Center in Centreville. She was a member of the White Pigeon United Methodist Church, the bridge club and enjoyed playing cards. Surviving are her husband, Richard W. Schmidt of White Pigeon; four sons, Brad Schmidt of White Pigeon, Peter (Julie)Schmidt of Kalamazoo, Michael (Alice)Schmidt of Kentwood and Patrick Schmidt of Washington DC; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews; and a cousin. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, June Marvin. Relatives and friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon, where services are at 11 a.m. Friday, with the Rev. Wilbur R. Brandli officiating. Memorials may be directed to the White Pigeon United Methodist Church or the Special Olympics of St. Joseph County. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.  


 


 

Jerry Parker July 6, 1937-Nov. 19, 2009

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:12 AM 

Jerry Parker, age 72 of Newport, MI died on Thursday, November 19, 2009 in Toledo, OH. 


 


 

Jerry Pell

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John Healy 'Jack' McQuillan

Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:53 AM 

John Healy "Jack" McQuillan, 74, of Seymour, Conn, formerly of Midland, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on Nov. 11, 2009 at St. Vincent's Hospital, Bridgeport, Conn.


 


 

John R. Schlicker

Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:53 AM 

John R. Schlicker, 92, of Tittabawassee Township, died Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at Brittany Manor Living Center in Midland. 


 


 

John Sokolovich

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Joseph D. "Joe" Andrews

Friday, November 20, 2009 12:06 PM 

Joseph D. "Joe" Andrews, 48, of Gladwin, died Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at West Branch Medical Center from injuries received in a motorcycle accident.


 


 

Joseph E. Franks

Monday, November 16, 2009 12:39 AM 

DULUTH, Minn. -- Joseph E. Franks, 72, of Ramsay, Mich., passed away Friday evening, Nov. 13, 2009, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.


 


 

Josephine V. Arbutus

Monday, November 16, 2009 9:40 PM - Mark Spencley

Josephine V. (Romanik) Arbutus, 84, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2009. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Baltimore. Interment was at Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Joyce Virginia Robbins

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Julia Beelen, 89

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 7:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Julia Mae Beelen, age 89, formerly a longtime resident of Holland, died Sunday, November 15, 2009, at Lexington Healthcare Center in Bloomingdale, IL. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the Central Avenue Christian Reformed Church, 1 Graves Place. Interment will be in Lakewood Cemetery. A memorial visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Northwood Chapel, 295 Douglas Ave.   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.


 


 

Karl Krohn, 83

Thursday, November 19, 2009 9:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Karl J. Krohn, 83, of Holland, died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Tender Care of Holland. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. 


 


 

Keith Duane Freel

Keith Duane Freel, passed away Nov. 14, 2009 at MidMichigan Medical Center"Gladwin, surrounded by loved ones.


 


 

Kimberly Kay Martinek

Kimberly Kay Martinek, 43, of Gladwin, passed away Nov. 11, 2009 at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She was born Jan. 17, 1966, to Wayne and Darlene Jungman. She was the loving partner of Fred Fedak and proud mother of Krystal Auer. Kim was the owner of The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy of Gladwin.


 


 

Lavoris Jean (Pernell) Runyon

Friday, November 20, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Lawrence T. Becker

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Leeta L. Stanton

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 11:05 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Leeta L. Stanton, age 87 of Sherwood, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo after a brief illness. Leeta was born Feb. 6, 1922 on the family farm in Sherwood, a daughter to the late Rex and Rhea (Annis) Ladyman. Leeta graduated from Sherwood High School with the Class of 1939. She then attended Mercy College of Nursing at Leila Post in Battle Creek, where she received her Registered Nursing Degree. She was employed as an R.N. at Sturgis Hospital for many years. On Oct. 28, 1944, she married the love of her life, A. John Stanton in Sherwood. He preceded her in death in 1989. She had lived in the Sherwood area all of her life and found great joy in watching and being involved with the family farm. Leeta had been active with the Branch County Rural Youth and had belonged to the Country Couples Dance Group. She was also a member of the Sherwood Free Methodist Church and had attended the Crossroads Bible Church. She is survived by one daughter: Ellen (George) Hopkins of Tekonsha, two sons: Erwin L. Stanton of Sherwood and Edward R. (Cindy) Stanton of Edwardsburg, ten grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister Wilma Ladyman. The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon. Funeral Services celebrating the life of Leeta L. Stanton will be Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at 11 a.m.. from the Funeral Home with Pastor Daryl Dexter of the Sherwood Free Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow at the Sherwood Cemetery.  If desired the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Leeta to either the Athens Athletic Boosters Club, Sherwood Free Methodist Church or the Crossroads Bible Church. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.


 


 

Leonard Valentine Ziemlewicz

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM 

Leonard Valentine Ziemlewicz Leonard Valentine Ziemlewicz, an Eastpointe resident, died November 19, 2009 at Shorepointe Nursing Home in St. Clair Shores. He was born June 29, 1925 in Hamtramck, Mich. He was a draftsman at General Motors Automotive. Leonard enjoyed golfing, wood carving and camping and was also a mall walker at Eastland in Harper Woods. Leonard and his wife were married for 58 years. Mr. Ziemlewicz is survived by his wife, Dorothy E. (Arndt). Dearest father of Patrick (Denise) Ziemlewicz; Cindy (Jeff) Collinson and Ken (DeeDee) Ziemlewicz; loving grandfather of seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Ziemlewicz was predeceased by his parents, Valentine Ziemlewicz and Bernice Radomskq; and son, Joseph Ziemlewicz. Visitation Sunday, 2-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Road, Eastpointe. Instate 10 a.m. Monday at St. Angela Catholic Church, 25395 Chippendale, Roseville until Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery.


 


 

Lisa Lou Sears-Blalock

Thursday, November 12, 2009 1:07 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lisa Lou Sears-Blalock, of Frontier, Michigan passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2009 at the Karmanos Cancer Center in Detroit. She was born Nov. 4, 1959 in Hillsdale the daughter of Robert and Clara (Gary) Martin. She is survived by one daughter, Kesia (Ryan) Steffien of Brunswick, Ohio; one son, Logan Blalock of Frontier; two grandchildren, Brooke and Cody Steffien; two sisters, Tania (Charles) Allen of Ossineke, Mich., and Darcia (Alan) French of Hillsdale; three nephews, Robbie (Kathy) Allen of Ossineke, Chad French of Hillsdale, and Chris French of North Adams; several great-nieces and great-nephews; a good friend, Darrel Sears; step-mother, Sarah Martin; and step-sisters and step-brothers. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.  Lisa worked at the Hillsdale County Sheriff’s Department for three years,  the Frontier Post Office as a relief Postmaster for four years and was a Hillsdale City Carrier for one year. She was also a member of the Arabian Horse Association. A graveside memorial service to honor the life of Mrs. Lisa Lou Sears-Blalock will be held at the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams 2 p.m. Wednesday with the Rev. Ray Wilson officiating. Friends, who wish, may make memorial contributions to the family for Logan’s Trust Fund or to the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Center.  


 


 

Loretta Maxine Slater Sept. 10, 1927-Nov. 17, 2009

Friday, November 20, 2009 10:38 AM 

Loretta Maxine Slater, 83, of Monroe died Tuesday at her home. No services are planned. 


 


 

Loretta Rachael Bartolo

Thursday, November 19, 2009 8:05 AM 

Loretta Rachael Bartolo has been called by our Lord at the tender age of 30 years old. Loretta died peacefully at St. Vincent's Hospital in Toledo, Ohio, surrounded by her loving and heartbroken family, the victim of a sudden and unexplained seizure.


 


 

Louis Edward DeRosia Sr.

Saturday, November 21, 2009 5:27 AM 

July 5, 1933-Nov. 19, 2009 Louis Edward DeRosia Sr., age 76, of Zeeland and formerly of Riverdale and Blanchard areas, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 19, 2009 in Zeeland surrounded by his loving family.


 


 

Louise D. Horkey

Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Louise D. Horkey, 90 of Bronson, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009 at Sturgis Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home and will be announced as soon as they become available. 


 


 

Lucille "Anne" MacLeod

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Lynda N. Pifer

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lynda N. Pifer, 66, of Blissfield, Mich., passed away Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at her residence after a lengthy illness. Born March 28, 1943, in Metamora, Ohio, to Norbert and Betty Clendenin, Lynda was a kind and loving mother who devoted her life to her family. Lynda is survived by her husband of 48 years, Richard; daughter, Paige; two sons, Jeff (Tammi) and Dennis (Deborah); grandchildren, Colton, Denver, Blane, Alaina, Jack and Emma; and by her brothers, Chris and Kim (Julie), and her sister, Sandy (Dale) Slusarski. A lover of all creatures, Lynda rescued many wild animals and would often be surrounded by a houseful of dogs, cats and bunnies. At Lynda’s request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any remembrances be made in Lynda’s honor to Hospice of Lenawee in Adrian, Mich. Arrangements by Weigel Funeral Home, Metamora, Ohio. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.weigelfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

MARJORIE R. GREIF (NEE Guitar)

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

GREIF (NEE Guitar), MARJORIE R.; age 75; passed away at home with family after a short but courageous battle with cancer November 19, 2009. 


 


 

MARY HUFFMAN

Friday, November 20, 2009 2:56 AM 

HUFFMAN, MARY; of Keego Harbor; November 18, 2009; age 92. 


 


 

Mabel D. Bittner

Sunday, November 15, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Margaret Kathleen O'Brien

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM 

Margaret Kathleen O'Brien Margaret Kathleen O'Brien, age 94, November 20, 2009, of St. Clair Shores. Beloved wife of the late Matthew C. Loving mother of Nancy Andronikidis and the late Matthew G. Proud grandmother of Ginette Borovicka, Demetre Andronikidis, Linda Weebe and Dino Andronikidis. Visitation at the Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 25800 Harper Avenue, (north of 10 Mile Road), Saturday from 2-8 p.m. with funeral service Saturday at 7 p.m. Pastor Jack M. Cascione, officiating. Private family interment. Memorials to a charity of choice. www.bcfh.com.


 


 

Marian Fletcher

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:11 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marian Fletcher, age 60, of Wauseon, Ohio, passed away Nov. 16, 2009. She was born April 16, 1949, at Tecumseh, Mich., the daughter of James and Agnes (Bayes) Marsh. She is survived by her spouse, Juan Espinoza; three children, Ginger Fletcher, Duane (Kelly) Fletcher and Brandy (Shane) Nofziger; 11 grandchildren; a brother, James (Carol) Marsh, and one sister, Laura Marsh. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, John Marsh; and sister, Nina Smith. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at North Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon, Ohio. Friends may call at the church from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday. Short Funeral Home in Archbold is in charge of the arrangements. Donations may be given to the family to help pay expenses.


 


 

MarilynJean Baaske

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marilyn Jean Baaske, age 84, of Tecumseh died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Flower Hospital, Sylvania, Ohio. She was born Oct. 4, 1925, in Ann Arbor, the daughter of Frederick and Alice (McKinley) Meyer. On May 31, 1947, she was married to Arthur Baaske and he survives. Marilyn was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church where she sang in the choir. She had been a Bell Telephone Operator in Ann Arbor, worked for Double A Products in Manchester, and then was a teacher’s aide at Porter Center for more than 10 years. She was a member of the American Legion and Herrick Medical Center Auxiliaries, the 50+ Exercise Club, and delivered Meals on Wheels. Marilyn was a supporter of the Tecumseh Center for the Arts and was a Girl Scout Leader and a Cub Scout Den Mother. Her family was the love of her life, as was her church, and friends. She enjoyed travelling, flower gardening and cooking. In addition to her husband, Arthur, Marilyn is survived by one son, Bruce (Denise) Baaske of Tecumseh; two daughters, Linda (Chuck) Iott of Deerfield and Susan (John) Gibson of Tecumseh; eight grandchildren, James and Jennifer Baaske, Kevin Iott, Shane, Sarah, Justin, Marisa and Alyssa Gibson. She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Kevin; one brother, Marvin Meyer; and two sisters, Helen Knickerbocker and Joanne Eversole. Marilyn will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. The Funeral Service will be on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Tecumseh with the Rev. Richard Web officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 10 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery in Tecumseh. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Marjorie A. Juhl

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Marjorie R. Greif

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM 

Marjorie R. Greif Marjorie R. Greif (nee Guitar). Age 75, passed away at home with family after a short but courageous battle with cancer November 19, 2009. Her first love was visiting with and caring for her family. She enjoyed traveling with her husband and spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an active member of St. Anne Catholic Church and served as Eucharistic Minister and on the Christian Service Commission. She is survived by Herman, her beloved husband of 56 years. Loving mother of Karl (Vickie), Ronald (Sue), Raymond (deceased), John, Edward (Carrie), Barbara (Ryan) White and her dearest grandchildren Matthew (Rita), Jeffrey (Tina), Donna (Kyle) Payne, Matthew, Deanna, Reanne, Austin, Leah, and great-grandchildren Lauren, Kelly, Caitlin, Kyle, Makenzy, Tristan, Kirsten. Loving sister of Donald Guitar, Janet (Clifford) White and the late Robert (Joyce) Guitar. Visitation Sunday 4-9 p.m. and Monday 4-9 p.m. (Scripture service 7 p.m.) at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, 5929 S. Main St. (M-15), Clarkston, MI 48346. Mass of the Resurrection Tuesday, 11 a.m., St. Anne Catholic Church, 825 S. Ortonville Road (M-15), Ortonville, MI. Donations in lieu of flowers to St. Anne's Care and Share Fund. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Mary C. Smith, 76

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 8:15 AM 

Mary C. Smith, 76, of East Jordan, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.


 


 

Mary Ivey, 52

Monday, November 16, 2009 8:15 AM 

Mary Ivey, 52, of Harbor Springs, died Nov. 14, 2009, at her home.


 


 

Mary Jean Knapp

Friday, November 20, 2009 1:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Jean Knapp, age 80, of Sturgis, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born Jan. 10, 1929, in Oreana, Ill., a daughter to the late William and Elizabeth (Hogan) Fitzgerald. Mary has been a resident of Sturgis for the past 11 years, previously living in Elkhart, Ind., Parkville, Three Rivers and on the St. Joseph River in Mendon. Mary had been employed as a respiratory therapist at  Three Rivers Hospital and she enjoyed playing cards and spending time with family and friends. Surviving are three children, twins: Michael Kevin (Linda) Watrous of Constantine, and Debra Susan (Robert) Cantu of Coopersville, and Richard William (Willemina) Watrous of Sturgis; eight grandchildren, Jason, Tracey, Melissa, Amy, Eric, Craig, Thomas, and Kimberly; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband,  Larry Knapp; one sister, Helen Summers, and three brothers, William, Daniel, and Everett “Fitz” Fitzgerald. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road. Funeral services celebrating the life of Mary Jean Knapp will be held immediately following visitation at 7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with The Rev. Father Richard Altine, Holy Angels Catholic Church, officiating. Cremation will follow the services and the family suggest memorial donations be directed to Kairo’s Dwelling, 2945 Gull Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49048. 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.  


 


 

Mary Katherine Coman McKinney

Monday, November 16, 2009 10:05 AM 

Mary Katherine Coman McKinney went to be with the Lord, Monday, Nov. 9, 2009. 


 


 

Mary L. Coronado

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Maryann E. LaHaie

Sunday, November 15, 2009 1:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Maryann E. LaHaie, 51, of Allegan, formerly of Cheboygan, died Saturday, November 7, 2009 at the Allegan General Hospital. A memorial Mass was held Friday, November 13, at 11am at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Cheboygan with Rev. Fr. Paul Megge, Celebrant. Interment was at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Cheboygan. Memorials may be made to the Special Olympics. Read more HERE.


 


 

Michael Yettaw, 65

Monday, November 16, 2009 8:15 AM 

Michael Yettaw, 65, of Petoskey, died Nov. 14, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

Muriel Gottschalk

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Nancy A. Dilger

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM 

Nancy A. Dilger Nancy A. Dilger, age 66, of Sterling Heights, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family after a courageous fight with colon cancer November 19, 2009 at Wm. Beaumont Hospital, Troy. She was born July 20, 1943 in Mt. Clemens, Mich. She loved spending time with her family and especially loved going to The Little River Casino. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by many who loved her. She is survived by her husband, Thomas J. Dilger; children, Tammy (Donald) Gosse, Pamela (Steven) Przybyla, Thomas (Beth) Dilger, Tracy (Keith) Iseler, Patty (Todd) Brown; parents, Orlo Kirkum and the late Helen Kirkum; siblings, Donna (Rulen) West, Ken (Jeanie) Kirkum; grandchildren, Matt (Tyler) Gosse, Melissa (Bill) Gosse Carrier, Zachary Prybyla, Benjamin Przybyla, Tommy Dilger, Devin Dilger, Paige Iseler, Holly Iseler, Olivia Iseler, Drake Iseler, Jack Iseler, Brendan Brown, Riley Brown; great-grandchild, Anthony Gosse; many nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Monday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd., Utica. Services 12 noon Tuesday at funeral home. Memorials to The Beaumont Foundation - Troy Cancer & Hospice Unit, P.O. Box 5802, Troy, MI. 48007-9620. Online information www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com


 


 

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Orval Douglas "Doug" Finkbeiner

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Other deaths

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM 

Other deaths Joan L. Oberlander, age 58, of St. Clair Shores, Simple Funerals, St. Clair Shores 


 


 

Patricia 'Patti' Knapman

Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:22 AM

Patricia 'Patti' Knapman Patricia "Patti" Knapman (nee Powell), age 81, passed away November 19, 2009. She was born in Neptune, Tennessee on March 6, 1928. Patti lived in Roseville for 75 years. She graduated in 1949 from the Henry Ford Hospital School of Nursing and was a registered nurse. Patti was active in the Roseville Historical Society as well as the Roseville High School Reunion Committee. Patti and her husband were lighthouse enthusiasts and she enjoyed daffodils as her favorite flower. Patti is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jack; children, Jacki (Howard), Tim (Angela), and daughter-in-law Fran. She was predeceased by her son, Patrick. Friends may visit Saturday from 2:30-8 p.m. and Sunday from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 5 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot, Roseville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Roseville Historical Society. Friends may share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Patricia Hicks

Friday, November 20, 2009 1:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mrs. Patricia (Schipper) Hicks, 81, of Southbury, Conn., died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at her home. She was the wife of the late Edward A. Hicks. Mrs. Hicks was born Aug. 29, 1928, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Henry and Katherine Schipper. She has resided in Southbury for 25 years and was a member of the United Church of Christ of Southbury. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and traveling. She is survived by her son, Kim Hicks of Wilbraham, Maine; her daughter, Kathleen Bonneau of Olympia, Wash.; a sister, Nancy Schmidt of Fort Worth, Texas; four grandchildren and one niece, Pam. She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Cathryn Hicks; and a niece, Phyllis Schmidt. A memorial service will be held on Monday Nov. 23, at 11 a.m. at the United Church of Christ, 283 Main St. North, Southbury, Conn. The Southbury Funeral Home of Munson-Lovetere is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences my be made through www.munsonloveterefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Patricia Plummer

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Patrick T. Redmond Feb. 11, 1958-Nov. 18, 2009

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:12 AM 

Patrick T. Redmond, 51, of Monroe died at 11 p.m. Wednesday at home. He had been in poor health for several months.


 


 

Patrick T. Redmond Nov. 18, 2009

Friday, November 20, 2009 10:37 AM 

Patrick T. Redmond, 51, of Monroe died Wednesday in his home. 


 


 

Paul Nelson

Sunday, November 15, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Perry Cornelissen, 63

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 8:09 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Perry B. Cornelissen, 63, of Holland, died Sunday, November 15, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life service will begin on Sunday, Nov. 22, at 2 p.m. at Luella Collins Community Center, 419 126th Ave., Shelbyville, MI 49344. A feast will follow. Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Downtown Chapel.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Phillip Ray McKie Sr.

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RICHARD L. MOON

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

MOON, RICHARD L.; of Clarkston; unexpectedly November 19, 2009; age 68. 


 


 

Ray S. Cornwell Sr

Friday, November 13, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Raymond A. Martin

Saturday, November 21, 2009 5:27 AM 

March 27, 1924-Nov. 19, 2009 Raymond A. Martin, 85, of Weidman passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw. 


 


 

Richard A. Hudson

Sunday, November 15, 2009 1:45 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Richard Hudson, 83, of Benton Twp. Cheboygan died Thursday, November 12, 2009 at North­ern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. A gathering of family and friends will take place at the Nordman Funeral Home on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 from 11:00am until the time of the memorial service at 1:00pm Rev. Jeff Dinner will officiate. Friends wishing to share online condolences are in­vited to sign an online register book at www.stonefu­neralhomeinc.com. Read more HERE.  


 


 

Richard G. Loy

Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:53 AM 

Richard G. Loy, 56, died Nov. 16, 2009, in Baton Rouge, La. after a lengthy hospital stay following admittance for severe smoke inhalation injuries from a fire at his home as well as complications of pneumonia. 


 


 

Richard L. Bell Sept. 30, 1930-Nov. 17, 2009

Friday, November 20, 2009 10:37 AM 

Richard L. Bell, age 79, life long resident of Flat Rock, died on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 in St. Mary and #146;s Hospital, Livonia, MI.


 


 

Richard L. Garbe

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 12:49 AM 

MERCER, Wis. -- Richard L. "Dick" Garbe, 70, of 1535W County Road J, Mercer, died Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in his home, surrounded by his family, following a lengthy illness. 


 


 

Robert Arthur Parks

Saturday, November 21, 2009 5:27 AM 

Robert Arthur Parks, age 80, of Carson City, passed away on November 19, 2009 at the Laurels of Fulton, in Perrinton. 


 


 

Robert D. Burton

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 3:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

A memorial service for Robert D. Burton will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 28, 2009 at New Hope Church in Sturgis  Robert passed away on Oct. 9, 2009, in Springfield, Mo., at the age of 69, after 35 years of dialysis.  


 


 

Robert Edward Cork

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:37 AM 

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Robert Francis Grodi Feb. 12, 1947-Nov. 18, 2009

Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:34 AM 

Robert Francis Grodi was born February 12, 1947 in Monroe, Michigan. He was one of two children born from the union of Robert Leo Grodi and the late Lillie Rose (Frankhouse) Grodi. He had dark hair and a pug like nose.


 


 

Rodney Richard Backus

Monday, November 16, 2009 8:10 AM 

Former Harbor Springs resident Rodney Richard Backus, born Feb. 2, 1942, to Charles and Myrtle Backus in Harbor Springs, died peacefully at home on Nov. 11, 2009. 


 


 

Roger Lee Ritchey Nov. 29, 1952-Nov. 16, 2009

Thursday, November 19, 2009 2:13 PM 

Roger Lee Ritchey, 56, of Luna Pier, passed away Monday, November 16, as the result of an automobile accident.


 


 

Roland 'Ron' Charters, 92

Thursday, November 19, 2009 9:35 AM 

Roland "Ron" Charters, 92, of Indian River, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, at Bay Bluffs in Harbor Springs.


 


 

Ronald Charles Hood Aug. 30, 1939-Nov. 19, 2009

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1:12 AM

Ronald Charles Hood, 70, of Brownstown Township, formerly of Carleton, died Thursday at 1:20 p.m. at Heritage Hospital, Taylor. He had been in poor health for three years and seriously ill for one month. 


 


 

Ronald Charles Hood Nov. 19, 2009

Friday, November 20, 2009 10:37 AM 

Ronald Charles Hood, 70, of Brownstown, formerly of Carleton, died Thursday at Heritage Hospital, Taylor.


 


 

Ronald Wayne Johnson

Ronald Wayne Johnson, 36, of Manistee, died Sunday, Nov. 15. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... 


 


 

Ruby Jean MacDonald

Friday, November 20, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Russell Edward Blumke, 88

Monday, November 16, 2009 10:00 AM

Russell Edward Blumke, 88, of Alanson, died Nov. 16, 2009, at Sunnybank Retirement Home in Petoskey. 


 


 

Sean M. Parsons

Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Sherri Lynn Thompson

Friday, November 20, 2009 12:06 PM 

Sherri Lynn Thompson, 38, of Midland, died unexpectedly at home on Saturay, Nov. 14, 2009. 


 


 

Sister Lynch, O.P.

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sister Patricia Anne Lynch, formerly known as Sister Francis Kathleen Lynch, died on Nov. 19, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 80 years of age and in the 59th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Patricia was born in Detroit, Mich., to Frank and Kathleen (O’Callaghan) Lynch. Sister graduated from St. Francis de Sales High School in Detroit, Mich., and received a Bachelor of Philosophy Degree in English and a Master of Education Degree from Siena Heights College (University) in Adrian, Mich. Sister spent 46 years ministering in education in Lansing, Detroit, St. Clair, Bad Axe, Ruth, Port Huron, Warren, Mount Clemens and Roseville, Mich.; Defiance, Ohio; Ft. Walton Beach, Fla., and Memphis, Tenn. She was Principal at St. Peter and Paul in Ruth for five years and at St. Anne in Warren for five years, both in Michigan, and Assistant Principal at Regina Dominican High School in Wilmette, Ill., for one year. Sister was a Field Representative for three years for the Diocesan Catholic Schools in Lansing, Mich., and also Superintendent of Catholic Schools in Memphis, Tenn., for one year. She was a teacher at the Roseville Adult Education Center in Roseville, Mich., for seven years. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in 2007. Sister Patricia is survived by two brothers, Thomas Lynch of Rockville, Md., and Terrance Lynch of Canton, Mich.; a sister, Kathleen Sweeney of Harrison Township, Mich.; and a cousin, Sister Joan Donovan, an Adrian Dominican Sister. She was preceded in death by a cousin, Sister Marguerite O’Callaghan, also an Adrian Dominican Sister. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, in the Rose Room at the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221.  


 


 

Stanley J. Dobrowolski

Sunday, November 15, 2009 1:42 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Stanley J. Dobrowolski, 77, of Cheboygan passed away Nov. 12, 2009 at his home in Cheboygan. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Sat., Nov. 14 at St. Mary’s/St. Charles Catholic Church. Rev. Paul Megge will be officiating. After crema­tion, his ashes were buried with his wife Theresa’s at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Read more HERE.  


 


 

Stella Louise Pruett

Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Stella Sharon Johnson

Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Stephen H. Bornman

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 3:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Stephen Henry Bornman, 69, of White Pigeon, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in South Bend, Ind., after an extended illness. He was born Sept. 28, 1940, in Indianapolis. He had been a White Pigeon resident since 1990, coming from Syracuse, Ind. He was a 1959 graduate of Syracuse High School, a graduate of Goshen College, and a chartered life underwriter. On April 23, 1960, he married Twilla Anne Morehouse in Milford, Ind. He was a well-known businessman and owner of White Pigeon Mini-Storage. Steve was an entrepreneur who enjoyed creating a business. He was a member of Christ Chapel in South Bend, Ind. Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Candace (Jon)Martin of Fort Wayne, Ind.; two sons, Chris (Rebecca)Bornman of Syracuse and Shawn (Melissa)Bornman of Milford; nine grandchildren; a brother, Patrick Bornman of Fort Wayne; a sister-in-law, Irene Bornman of Goshen, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Meyers; and a brother, Roger Bornman. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.Saturday at the funeral home, with senior pastor Steve Sumrall and pastor Steve Coyle of Christ Chapel officiating. Burial will follow in White PigeonTownship Cemetery, White Pigeon. Memorial contributions may be made to Feeding the Nations of Christ Chapel in South Bend, Ind., or ProvidentMinistries.org.


 


 

Suzanne Arthur, 66

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 7:47 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Suzanne L. Arthur, 66, of Hudsonville, died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. 


 


 

Sylvia 'Elaine' Shankle

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:18 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sylvia “Elaine” Shankle, age 52, of Adrian passed away at her home, surrounded by family who loved her deeply, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009.  Elaine was born May 24, 1957, in Flint, Mich., the daughter of Willard G. and Isabelle (Garland) Wilson. She married Dana Shankle on July 4, 1981, in Flint. Elaine worked for Adrian Public Schools for 16 years. At Lincoln Elementary she was a playground supervisor, assisted in the lunchroom and was lovingly known as the Library Lady for many years.  Most recently, she worked at the high school as an administrative assistant. She was a former member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Adrian. Elaine’s greatest joy was her family.  She was a devoted wife and loving mother.  Elaine is survived by her husband of more than 28 years, Dana; two sons, Matthew and Robert; her mother, Pansy Wilson of Flint; sister, Elizabeth (Marcus) Frixen of Davison; and nieces and nephews.  Also, Elaine left a beautiful legacy of faith and love to her extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Willard G. Wilson; and brother, Willard Eugene Wilson. The funeral service to celebrate the life of Elaine will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Betz officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery.  Friends may visit Elaine’s family at the funeral home on Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Elaine may be made to Lincoln Elementary School for the library or Hospice of Lenawee.  Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.


 


 

THOMAS "EARL"BRACEY

Saturday, November 21, 2009 7:23 AM 

BRACEY, THOMAS "EARL"; of Pontiac; died November 18, 2009; at 85 years of age. 


 


 

Terrence 'Terry' Brochu, 52

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 9:35 AM

Terrence "Terry" Brochu, 52, of Boyne City, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 16, 2009.


 


 

Terry Lynn Hinman, 66

Monday, November 16, 2009 4:10 PM 

Terry Lynn Hinman, 66, of Alanson, died Nov. 14, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 


 


 

Thalma Mae Sheets

Monday, November 16, 2009 3:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Thalma Mae Sheets, 50, of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at her home in Hillsdale. She was born Nov. 26, 1958, in Hillsdale. Private family services will take place at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.


 


 

Trina Sievila

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 12:46 AM 

CHOTEAU, Mont. -- Trina Martha (Peetz) Sievila, 89, of Choteau and formerly of Ironwood, Mich., died Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Choteau. 


 


 

Truman C. Rolfe

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KALKASKA — Dustin Michael Robinson returned to his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. He is the beloved son of Michael and Sherri (VanCamp) Robinson; the cherished brother of Mick; and the loved grandson of Roland VanCamp.Dustin was born on July 13, 1986, in Traverse City. He attended the Adult Work Center in Traverse City. Dustin enjoyed attending school and church, putting puzzles together, music and the Wizard of Oz. He was friendly and always happy. Dustin was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Kalkaska.Preceding Dustin in death were his grandparents, Florence May VanCamp and Remos and Marian Robinson.The funeral service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 11 a.m., at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints District Center, 3746 Veterans Dr., in Traverse City, with Douglas J. Thomas officiating. Burial will be at Flewelling Cemetery.In memory of Dustin, donations may be given to the Missionary Fund, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 10628 Watson Road, Williamsburg, MI 49690.Arrangements were made by Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home, our family serving yours.


 


 

Verda Mae Towers

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Virginia A. Carter

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Wayne V. Satterlee

Friday, November 20, 2009 11:59 AM 

Wayne V. Satterlee, 87, of Midland, died Thursday morning, Nov. 19, 2009, at his home. 


 


 

William H. Swain Sr.

Sunday, November 15, 2009 6:35 AM 

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William W. (Bill) Wilmoth

Friday, November 20, 2009 2:56 AM

WILMOTH, WILLIAM W. (BILL); age 63; of Corryton; went to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 18, 2009. 


 


 

Wilma "June" Blythe

Sunday, November 15, 2009 6:35 AM 

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Zelma Kaulins Nov. 20, 2009

Friday, November 20, 2009 10:37 AM 

Zelma Kaulins, 86, of Dundee, died this morning at Heartland Home Care Center, Ann Arbor. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home in Dundee.


 


 

Zodora E. 'Zoe' Gill

Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:53 AM 

Zodora E. "Zoe" Gill, 89 of Midland, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at the MidMichigan Medical Center, following a brief illness. 

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