Monday, December 21, 2009 8:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Adrian Velasquez was born and died on Friday, Dec. 18, 2009. Visitation will be 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St. A graveside service will follow at Pilgrim Home Cemetery. www.langelandsterenberg.com |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:26 AM |
Alfred E. Kowalczyk Alfred E. Kowalczyk, 83, of Madison Heights (formerly of Roseville). A WW II U.S. Navy Veteran and proud father of Susan (Dale) Briskey, Daniel (Anne) Kowalczyk, Carol (Eddie) Kowalczyk, Hope Graebert, Patty (Ivan) Dulskij, and Kathleen (Edward) Martin. Dear grandfather of Jason, Sara, Max, Abby, Katie, Katrina, Erin, Colleen, Eric, and Eddie. Visitation Tuesday from 3-9 p.m. (with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m.) Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville. Funeral service Wednesday 11 a.m. followed by interment in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Roseville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Food Pantry of Chapter 154, Vietnam Veterans of America, 16945 12 Mile Road, Roseville, Michigan 48066. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com |
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Anieca Marie Widner, was born Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, in Holland Hospital, and died Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009, at Spectrum Health, Butterworth Campus. Arrangements will be announced by the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St. www.langelandsterenberg.com   |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:26 AM |
Arthur A. Danielewicz Arthur A. Danielewicz, age 87, passed away on December 19, 2009. He was born May 2, 1922, in Detroit, Mich. Beloved husband of the late Josephine. Dear brother of Raymond (Genevieve). Predeceased by eight siblings. Also survived by many admiring nieces and nephews. Arthur proudly served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army Air Corps. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. rosary service. Funeral Wednesday 8:30 a.m. from Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Road), then to Sweetest Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 4440 Russell at Canfield, for a 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Sweetest Heart Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 6:11 AM |
HENDERSON, BERNICE L.; age 78; born in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on December 19, 2009 in Commerce Twp., Michigan. |
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Monday, December 21, 2009 1:09 PM |
Lois (Schweinshaupt) Howell, 84, of Saginaw, died Friday, Dec. 11, 2009. Deisler Funeral Home. |
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Betty Trapp, 66, of Holland, died Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
STAUP, CARMELENA "CARMIE"; age 86; and a former resident of Livonia; passed away on December 21, 2009. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 6:11 AM |
NIGHTINGALE, CAROL M.; of Waterford; December 14, 2009; age 67. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
BOUSSIE, CHRISTINE H.; of Clarkston; went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, December 20, 2009; at 61 years of age. |
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM |
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Charles Clarence Buckland, JR. Thursday, December 17, 2009 6:36 AM |
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Sunday, December 20, 2009 6:43 AM |
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM |
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D. Merwin Harrison, 77, formerly of Litchfield, passed away Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at The Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, Grand Rapids. He was born July 10, 1932, in Detroit to William B. and Lora A. (Ryle) Harrison and graduated from Spring Arbor High School in 1951. Doug was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving in Korea, and had been employed at Walker Muffler in Jackson. He is survived by sister, Elaine Benn Dimondale; brothers, Keith (Connie) Harrison of Arizona, Richard (Shirley) Harrison of Jonesville. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with the Rev. Edward Knauss officiating. Interment will follow at a later date in Mosherville Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled 10 a.m. Thursday until time of service. Memorials are suggested to the Grace Baptist Church, Somerset, or The Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, 3000 Monroe Ave., NW, Grand Rapids, MI  49505. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
FLAJOLE, DELPHINE VERONICA. Delphine was born in Bay City, Michigan on October 27, 1909 and died peacefully at home on December 19, 2009. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
WILTFANG, DORIS E.; of Grand Blanc, formerly of Waterford; died December 20, 2009; at 85 years of age. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 6:11 AM |
ARMSTRONG, DOROTHY M.; of Waterford; December 1, 2009; at 95 years of age. |
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Daniel J. Porretta, 65, of Holland, died Monday, December 21, 2009, at his home. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 195 W. 13th St., Holland. Wake prayers will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at 11 a.m. at the church.   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. |
Friday, December 18, 2009 11:24 AM |
Dante M. Valerio, 100, died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, at the Gratiot Medical Center in Alma. He was the son of the late Joseph and Amabille (Brunas) Valerio, and was born on July 2, 1909 in Novinger, Mo., moving to Illinois at age 5 and to Saginaw at age 6. On Dec. 17, 1930, he married the former Vera Schmieder in Saginaw, and she died on Dec. 22, 1995. |
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Debra E. Berry, 57, of Beaverton, passed away after a long illness, on Monday, Dec. 14, 2009. |
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM |
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Diane Renee Overway, 58, died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009.  Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1481 Baldwin St., in Jenison. Visitation is 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Cook Funeral Home in Grandville, 4235 Prairie St. SW (west building), and one hour prior to service at the church.    |
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Thursday, December 17, 2009 9:31 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Dock Truett McCall, 78, of Indian River and Lake Toxaway, North Carolina went to be the Lord on Monday, December 14, 2009. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Satur­day, December 19, 2009 at Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River. Chaplain John Wallace will officiate. Read more HERE in Thursday's Tribune. |
• Donald H. Altschwager, 92, of Ludington, died Sunday, Dec. 20. Dorrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
Monday, December 21, 2009 1:12 PM |
Donald Swanson, 78, of Midland, died Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, at Brookdale Clare Bridge Cottage. Arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 6:43 AM |
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Monday, December 21, 2009 9:25 AM |
Donnis R. Minch, 85, of Charlevoix and formerly of Mancelona, died Dec. 20, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
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Doris B. Fleury, 93, of Cheboygan died Sunday December 20, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital - Larson Hall where she has been a resident for a number of years. Memorial Services are pending at the Nordman Funeral Home and a complete obituary will be furnished when information is available.   |
Friday, December 18, 2009 6:36 AM |
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Wednesday, December 16, 2009 9:25 AM |
Doris L. (Young) Kelly was born on June 27, 1914, in Marine City, the daughter of James and Matilda Young. Her father served as the chief engineer on the Great Lakes freighter "The International Harvester." Doris was a graduate of Eastern Michigan University earning her degree in education. |
Dorothy H. Nunn, 96, of Gladwin, died peacefully at home on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009. She was born in Cross Creek, Pennsylvania on Oct. 20, 1913 to John and Iva Melvin. |
Friday, December 18, 2009 1:06 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Dorothy L. O'Leary, 84, of E5376 Jackson Road, Ironwood Township, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, in Ironwood, with family by her side. |
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Dorothy M. Reinoehl age 99, of Leonidas, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. Dorothy was born Dec. 14, 1910, in Leonidas, a daughter to the late Ernest and Hannah (Lyster) Bennett. She had lived all of her life in Leonidas, graduating from Colon High School with the Class of 1928. She had spent her winters in Florida since the 1940s. She enjoyed music and performing in a dance band, where she met her husband Clarence Michael (Ike) Reinoehl. Together they owned and operated a fruit farm, they also operated a popcorn stand at Galesburg Speedway and a taffy business at many county fairs, which is still in operation. Dorothy is survived by one son, Randy Michael Reinoehl and wife Victoria of Sturgis; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Clarence; one infant son, Robert; and a brother, Ralph Bennett. The family will receive relatives and friends from 6-8 p.m. today at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Dorothy M. Reinoehl will be Saturday morning Dec. 19, 2009, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Michael Klafehn of the Trinity Lutheran Church of Sturgis officiating. Burial will follow at Leonidas Cemetery in Leonidas. If desired the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Dorothy to the St. Joseph County Grange Fair. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 6:43 AM |
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009 5:51 AM |
Jan. 25, 1938-Dec. 16, 2009 Floyd "Doc" Ostrom, 71, of Coleman passed away Dec. 16, 2009 doing what he loved, hunting Mountain Lions in Utah. He was a chiropractor in Midland for 30 years and truly loved what he did for a living. Chiropractic medicine was the second career for him. He was originally from Flushing and graduated from General Motors Institute in 1961. He worked as an Engineer for GM and Ford for around 15 years before heading out west to live in Big Piney, Wyoming. He had a service station out there for a few years and then went back to school at Logan College of Chiropractic. He started his practice in Midland in 1979 and he lived there with his wife Paula who he married June 10, 1978. He lived in the same building that he practiced in for 4 1/2 years before moving to Coleman. He built his own house with his own two hands and designed his own natural solar house. He was a member of the Estey Eagles and was in charge of scheduling the Tuesday golf outings. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 6:11 AM |
HEASLIP, EDNA L.; of Waterford; December 19, 2009; age 78. |
Thursday, December 17, 2009 12:15 PM |
Edna J. Kitson, 87, of East Jordan, died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix. |
Edna June Nicewander-LaCroix, 80 Tuesday, December 15, 2009 10:00 AM |
Edna June Nicewander-LaCroix, 80, of Boyne City, died Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:26 AM |
Edward M. Koster Jr. Edward M. Koster Jr., age 83, of Roseville, died on Sunday, December 20th at St. John Hospital. He was born September 11, 1926 in Detroit. Edward was a 30-year auto worker for Chrysler. He served in the Army during WWII. He had a generous heart, funny spirit and a giving soul. He always thought of others before himself. He was an avid walker, outdoorsman, and lover of life. Ed enjoyed bargain hunting at the local stores. Everyone loved his unique gifts at the Holidays. Ed was one of a kind, he will truly be missed by his loving family and all who knew him. According to Ed's wishes a simple service is planned. He is survived by his sister Rosemarie (Jack) Matthews. He was the uncle of Sharon (Robert) Schulte and the late Denise Roberts, great-uncle of Jennifer (Chris) Simone and Scott (Kimberly) Schulte and great-great-uncle of Ericson and Griffin Simone. Visitation will be held today from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., the time of the funeral service at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Private burial will take place at Christian Memorial Cultural Center in Rochester Hills. Share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com |
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Saturday, December 19, 2009 9:40 AM |
Elaine Varner, 87, of Midland, died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. |
Thursday, December 17, 2009 6:36 AM |
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009 12:45 PM |
Ernest Walden, 81, of East Jordan, died Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. |
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Sunday, December 20, 2009 6:43 AM |
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Friday, December 11, 2009 10:40 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Frances M. Ritis, 99, of Cheboygan, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2009 at Tendercare of Cheboygan. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, December 14, 2009 at 11:00 am at St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Rev. Paul Megge will officiate, burial will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions in Frances’ name may be directed to Hospice of the Straits,  St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church, or Tendercare of Cheboygan Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 8:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Frank J. Kalinowski, 89, of Hillsdale, formerly of Detroit, passed away Sunday, Dec. 20, 2009, at Drews Place Bacon Street in Hillsdale. He was born Aug. 17, 1920, in Detroit, to Joseph and Frances (Wielinska)  Kalinowski. He was married Jan. 15, 1944, to Bridget A. Zawacki and she survives. Frank was a U.S. Army veteran having served during WWII. He retired after 25 years with the Detroit Police Department and 15 years with the U. S. Postal Service Security. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Men’s Club and the Knights of Columbus. Besides his wife Bridget, he is survived by a daughter, Janice (R. Harris) Russo of Kalamazoo; a son, Tim G. Kalinowski of Scottsdale, Arizona; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Frank was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Francine Blackmer; two sisters, Josephine Piontek and Helen Brock and a brother, Al Kelly. Memorial services for Frank J. Kalinowski will be held at a later date at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Hillsdale. No visitation or calling hours will be held at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home, Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Anthony Catholic Church CCW. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
KERVER, GEORGE; age 79; of White Lake; passed away December 19, 2009. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 6:11 AM |
SMITH, GERALDINE ANN; age 82; of Milford; December 18, 2009. |
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Monday, December 21, 2009 6:37 AM |
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Mr. George Buchner, Jr., age 79 of Hart, died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009. George was born Jan. 11, 1930 in Hart and had been a lifetime resident. He married the former Marilyn Brower in Hart on Sept. 26... |
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 3:12 AM |
WAUSAU, Wis. -- George Miskovich, 87, of Wakefield, Mich., died Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009, in Wausau. |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 9:13 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Gerald (Jerry) G. Bradley Jr., age 87 years, of Grand Rapids, formerly of the Lenawee and Hillsdale county areas and Florida, passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. He was born on April 18, 1922, in Pittsford, Mich., the son of Gerald G. and Chloe (Anspach) Bradley Sr.  Jerry graduated from Pittsford High School. He married Elaine A. Green on April 20, 1946, in Addison. She preceded him in death on Jan. 6, 2008. Jerry was a veteran of the United States Army and retired shift commander from the State Prison of Southern Michigan in Jackson. He was a two-time president of the Beverly Hills Lions in Florida and a lifetime member of the American Legion.  Surviving are his son, James R. Bradley of Marion, daughter, Lynne M. (Thomas) Bradley-Horan of Sparta, and sister, Edna Mae (Park) Gregory of Belleville. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and sister, Elizabeth (Charles) Chaffin. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held in the spring. Memorials may be made to Leader Dogs for the Blind at www.leaderdog.org. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at   www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 8:31 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Gerald (Jerry) G. Bradley, Jr., 87, of Grand Rapids, formerly of the Lenawee and Hillsdale County areas and Florida, passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. He was born on April 18, 1922 in Pittsford the son of Gerald G. and Chloe (Anspach) Bradley, Sr. Jerry graduated from Pittsford High School. He married Elaine A. Green on April 20, 1946 in Addison. She preceded him in death on Jan. 6, 2008. Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired shift commander from the State Prison of Southern Michigan in Jackson. He was a two-time president of the Beverly Hills Lions in Florida and a lifetime member of the American Legion. Surviving are his son, James R. Bradley of Marion; daughter, Lynne M. (Thomas) Bradley-Horan of Sparta; and sister, Edna Mae (Park) Gregory of Belleville. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and sister, Elizabeth (Charles) Chaffin. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held in the spring. Memorials may be made to Leader Dogs for the Blind (www.leaderdog.org). View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com |
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 6:36 AM |
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Geraldine E. Cox, 94, of Bryan Care & Rehabilitation Center, and formerly of Hillsdale, went to be with Jesus Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009. She was born Nov. 29, 1915, in Amboy Township, north of Pioneer, Ohio, to William and Mildred (Hubbard) Robison. she married Leon Cox Nov. 29, 1935, in Pioneer and he preceded her in death May 11, 1999. Geraldine lived her married life in Waldron before moving to the Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale at the age of 87. She was previously employed by the Avon Co. for several years, and worked at Kustom Fit in Pioneer where she retired from. Geraldine graduated from Waldron High School in 1934. She loved working for the Lord, gardening, camping, fishing, watching birds from her kitchen window, loved cooking and canning, in which she always seemed to have some to share! Geraldine held Good News Club in her home for many years, and led many children to the Lord through her teachings on the Bible. She gave music lessons, taught Sunday school class, both youths and adults. She often would find time to help young mother’s with Bible study in her home. She was a member of the WCTU, Women’s Missionary Society, Munson United Brethren Church, church pianist for years and loved playing her saw whenever asked, manager of the Waldron Kountry Kitchen band and loved going to nursing homes and putting on programs for the residents. She said “just to see them smile” was worth it all! Before moving to the Bryan Rehab Center she was very active in the Hillsdale nursing home and dearly loved playing for the SonShine Singers. Surviving Geraldine are three daughters, Margaret (Jim) Gunder of Waldron, Audrey (Richard) Andrews, Marilynn (Robert) Frank all of Bryan, Ohio; brother, John (Joan) Robison of Ney, Ohio; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was a blessing to many, and will be missed by all. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; four brothers, Lawrence, William, Paul and Arthur Robison; and granddaughter, Paula Brandeberry. Funeral services for Geraldine will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Paul Webster and the Rev. Samuel Wickard officiating. Interment will be in Waldron Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to charity of donor’s choice. Family and friends can view this obituary and send condolences at eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 8:45 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Gertrude L. Swan, 71, passed away Dec. 11, 2009, at University Hospital. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
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Sunday, December 20, 2009 10:03 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Gloria Jean Geenen age 79, of Holland, finally completed her life’s journey Saturday, December 19, 2009 at the Hospice House of Holland. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at Pillar Christian Reformed Church, 57 E. Ninth St. Holland with Rev. Dick Stravers officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St. Holland.   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. |
Friday, December 18, 2009 11:24 AM |
Gordon Thurston, 85, of Midland, died peacefully at home Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Carl and Minnie (Crippen) Thurston and was born on Nov. 16, 1924 in Grayling. On Nov.12, 1941, he married the former Maynell Hancock in Midland. |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 8:56 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Guy Sheldon Gillin, age 81, of Manitou Beach passed away Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at home under the care of hospice and his family. He was born March 14, 1928, in  Conemaugh, Pa., the son of Merton and Jennie (Sensabaugh) Gillin. Guy married Alma Jean Coy  on Aug. 27, 1948. She preceded him in death on  Oct. 14, 2009. Guy began his working career at Tecumseh Products and later worked for Adrian Oil Burner, Lundy Heating and AC and Naugle Heating and Plumbing.  Guy was a very gentle and kind man, a loving father and devoted husband who cared for his wife for several years before her death. Guy enjoyed outdoor activities, including camping, hunting and fishing. He was a member of the Manitou Road Baptist Church. He is survived by his children, Mike (Jo) Gillin, Larry (Paula) Gillin, Rebecca (Joe) Gault, Bruce Gillin and Doug (Kathy) Gillin; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Olive Mack, Isobel Randolph and Audrey Rorabaugh; one brother, Jack (Elsie) Gillin; two sisters-in-law, Maxine Gillin and Willa Jean Gillin; and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Alma; three brothers, Leslie, Duane and Richard Gillin; and two brothers-in-law, David Mack and Lester Randolph.  Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Mark Kruchkow officiating.  Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.  Memorial contributions can be made to Erie West Hospice and Palliative Care or Manitou Road Baptist Church. Send condolences online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 6:11 AM |
WRIGHT, HERBERT "PAPA"; age 90; passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2009; at Canterbury on the Lakes. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 8:24 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Harley Junior Wilson, 77, of Osseo, passed away Friday, Dec. 18, 2009 at home. He was born Jan. 25, 1932 in Ransom Township to Harley F. and Vera (Lickley) Wilson. He was married May 26, 1967 to Mary Jane Raymond and she survives. Harley retired in 1997 from Hillsdale Tool and was a U.S. Army Veteran having served during the Korean Conflict. He was a life member of the Waldron Veterans of Foreign Wars. He loved fly fishing and took great pride in watering flowers for the city of Hillsdale. Surviving besides his wife Mary Jane are three daughters, Melissa (Richard) Miller of Harrison, Cindy (Tom) Elder of Quincy, Jo (Alston) Minor of Duluth, Ga.; three sons, Harley Eugene (Sabrina) Wilson of Hillsdale, Harley Dean (Janine) Wilson of Waldron, Raymond Lee (Lisa) Pepple of Pittsford; two sisters, Faith (Pat) Taylor of Adrian, Juanita Curtis of Hillsdale; 14 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Harley was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Harley Wilson will be 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 21 at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Dr. Sam Wickard officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery, Jefferson Township. Military Honors will be provided by Hillsdale American Legion Post #53. The family will receive friends for visitation 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County or the American Lung Association. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 9:11 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Harold Roby, 63, passed away Dec. 16, 2009, at Covenant Hospital. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral  Home, Adrian. |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 9:58 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Harriet Marie Ossewaarde, age 97, of Holland, died Sunday, December 20, 2009, at Resthaven Care Center.   Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, 2:00 pm, at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd Street.  Officiating will be the Rev. David Landegent.  Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, from 1:00 pm, 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. |
Thursday, December 17, 2009 6:36 AM |
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Sunday, December 20, 2009 6:43 AM |
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Helen M. Ogg, age 90, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, Dec. 11, 2009 at the MidMichigan Gladwin Pines Nursing Center in Gladwin. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 9:00 AM |
Helen McMahon, 89, of Petoskey, died Dec. 7, 2009, at Bay Bluffs medical care facility, Harbor Springs. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 8:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Helen Wickert Balten, 92, of Black Lake (Onaway) died on December 20, 2009 at Hillman's Haven.  Cremation arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 11:11 AM - Bob Wheaton |
Henry Carl Davis, 85, of Fayette, Ohio, our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle.  Angels came and took him to heaven on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2009, with his loved ones by his side at his home. Henry was born on Oct. 23, 1924, in Napoleon, Ohio, to Elza Allen and Lillian Pearl (Noaker) Davis. Henry was a veteran, honorably discharged, of the U.S. Navy and fought in World War II, where he received multiple campaign ribbons for his service. He worked for American Chain and Cable in Adrian, Mich., until his retirement in 1980, after 29 years of service.  He was a member of the American Legion Post #368 in Morenci.  He  enjoyed square dancing, country music and was a fan of baseball. Henry will be deeply missed by his surviving sons, Richard of Tennessee, Robert Herman of California, Paul (Pat) Herman of Morenci and David Davis (Joan Hood) of Tucson, Ariz.; six daughters, Mrs. Carol (Ora) Hatcher of Sylvania, Ohio, Mrs. Joyce (Michael) Dwyer of Morenci, Lillian Warren (Rollin Lauber) of Hudson, Mich., Ms. Mary Ellen Davis of Adrian, Mich., Mrs. Delores Rayer of North Branch, Minn., Mrs. Diana (William) Mundhenk of Fayette; 45 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Henry was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Harold, Clifford, Elsie and Les; his beloved wife of 45 years, Emma Davis; his sons, Oscar and Eddie Herman; daughter, Clara Jeanette Herman; son-in-law, Richard Rayer; and three great-grandchildren, Mark and Marsha Bretthauer and Rhonda Hatcher-Anaya. The family would like to thank Williams/Fulton County of Northwest Ohio Hospice of Archbold and Dialysis Center-Divita of Wauseon, Ohio. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009, at the Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci. A graveside burial will be held at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009, where he will lay at rest next to his loved ones. The Rev. Father Ferguson will be officiating. A celebration of life dinner will be held at the American Legion Post #368 in Morenci, Mich., following the cemetery service. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Williams and Fulton Counties Hospice of Archbold or to the Kidney Foundation. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 9:00 AM |
Henry G. Nessen, 88, of Petoskey, passed away Dec. 19, 2009, at home peacefully with the family he loved close by. |
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Monday, December 21, 2009 8:06 PM |
Mrs. Ilah Mae (Saddler) Dowker, 78, of Johannesburg, died Sunday, Dec. 20, 2009. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 8:06 PM |
Mrs. Ione Vivian "Bobbe" Jones of Gaylord died Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009, at Tendercare. She was 82. |
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Irvan P. "Gazzie" Douglas, 86, of Cheboygan, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2009 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be held at the Christian Funeral Home on Sunday, December 13, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and on Monday from 11:00 am until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m., also at the funeral home.  A luncheon will be held at the Moose Lodge immediately following the funeral service. Burial with full military honors will take place at Hebron Township Cemetery in the spring. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
RUGGLES, JOHN E.; age 80; of South Lyon; died December 20, 2009, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. |
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Wednesday, December 16, 2009 3:18 AM |
MARENISCO, Mich. -- James "Jimmy" William Cox, 47, of Marenisco, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, at his home. |
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James F. Crow, age 73, of Tecumseh passed away Dec. 16, 2009. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Adrian, with full military honors by Michigan Army National Guard Honor Guard Team. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, at the funeral home.  Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
Thursday, December 17, 2009 6:36 AM |
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Friday, December 18, 2009 4:08 PM |
Mr. Jimmy R. Jones, 60, of Gaylord, died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at his home. |
John A. McCumber, aged 83 of Riverton Township passed away at his home on Thursday, December 17, 2009 following a battle with lung cancer. John was born February 27, 1926 in Riverton Township, the you... |
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Joseph R. Gauthier, 52, of Cheboygan passed away Monday, December 21, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family. Visitation will be held today, Tuesday, December 22, 2009 from 5-8:00 p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home with a scripture service at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary's/St. Charles Catholic Church with visitation one hour prior to the mass at the church. The Rev. Paul Megge will officiate. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 9:55 AM |
Joseph Sergent, 81, of Petoskey, died Dec. 14, 2009, at his home. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:26 AM |
Joseph T. Allard Joseph T. Allard, age 78, a resident of Clinton Township, died December 21, 2009, in Livonia, Michigan. He was born November 15, 1931, in Detroit. Mr. Allard retired in 1992 after 26 years of service as a detective sergeant with the Macomb County Sheriff's Office. He served in the U.S. Army in Korea as a forward observer. He was a life member of Lempke-Blackwell VFW. |
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 3:00 PM |
Joseph Walter Sergent, 81, of Petoskey and formerly of West Branch, East Tawas, Midland and Flint, died Dec. 14, 2009, at his home in Petoskey. |
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Joseph Wojciechowski, 61, passed away Dec. 11, 2009, at Henry Ford Hospital. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Josie Mae Powell, of Holland, formerly of Saginaw, died Sunday, December 20, 2009 at home. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, at Paradise Funeral Chapel, 3100 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw. Burial in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until time of service on Wednesday.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
SHORT, KENNETH H.; of Pontiac; passed on peacefully on December 17, 2009. |
Friday, December 18, 2009 11:24 AM |
Kaylynn M. (Lockwood) Preuss, 42, of Midland, died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, at Brian's House in Bay City. |
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Kenneth Wayne Frahm, age 66, of Battle Creek, met his Lord and Savior on Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009. He passed away at Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence following a three year journey with ALS. Wayne’s positive attitude, inner peace and strength he showed during his ALS journey radiated God’s love and grace. He was an inspiration to all who met him. Wayne was born in Hillsdale on April 30, 1943 and was the son of Kenneth William Frahm and Rowena Marvel Castner. He grew-up on a farm near Quincy. Wayne graduated from Reading High School in 1961. He attended Tri-State University, where he received a Certificate of Drafting and Design in 1964. Also, Wayne received an Associate Degree from Kellogg Community College in 1995. He served his country as a draftsman in the United States Army from 1965 to 1967. Wayne was employed for the Defense Logistics Information Service at the Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center, Battle Creek, as a Supply Systems Analyst in Air Force and Army Cataloging, retiring in December of 2006 with 25 years of federal service. He was formerly employed for 16 years at Clark Equipment in the High Rise Warehousing Systems Division. Wayne was a current member of Faith Baptist Church of Battle Creek. He was also a former member of the Calvary Baptist Church and the Battle Creek Bible Church, where he served as a deacon, Sunday School teacher, youth leader and camp coordinator. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, gardening, camping and biking. On June 7, 1969, in Athens, Wayne was united in marriage to the former Martha Jean Hyde. In addition to his wife of 40 years, he is survived by his three children, Alan (Sally) Frahm of Grand Rapids, Eric Frahm of Battle Creek and Rachel (James) Leith of Baltimore, Md.; six grandchildren, Cordell, Janelle, Wyatt and Elliott Frahm and Christian and Wesley Leith and his sister, Wava Jean Gano of Quincy. He was preceded in death by his parents. At the request of his family, friends may call on Sunday, Dec. 20 from 3-6 p.m. at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, Battle Creek. The funeral service to celebrate Wayne’s life will be held on Monday, Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. at the Faith Baptist Church, 13840 S. Helmer Road, Battle Creek, MI, 49015, with Pastors Jim Augustine and Glenn Huisinga officiating. Interment will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Wayne’s honor may be made to the Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence, 5470 Glenn Cross Road, Battle, Creek, MI, 49015; the Faith Baptist Church or the The ALS Association-West Michigan, 731 Front Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504-5342. Personal messages for the family may be directed to www.farleyestesdowdle.com The family would like to give a special thanks to all the staff and volunteers at The Heritage Assisted Living and Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence for all the wonderful care Wayne received over the past several months. |
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JENEREAUX, LEWIS O.; of Clarkston; December 20, 2009; at 94 years of age. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 1:12 PM |
Landon J. Schwerin, infant son of Dale and Lori (Williams) Schwerin, was taken from us after a brief time to be with God and His angels. He was born Dec. 17, 2009, at Bay Regional Medical Center. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 12:59 AM |
SOUTH RANGE, Wis. -- Laura V. Fahrner, 91, of Ironwood Township, Mich., died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, in South Range. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 8:55 AM |
Lawrence G. Phaneuf, 76, of East Jordan, died Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. |
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Wednesday, December 16, 2009 3:11 AM |
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. -- Lilah Eve Oakgrove, infant daughter of former Hurley and Ironwood, Mich., residents Francis and Molly (Jagla) Oakgrove, went to be with the angels on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, at Luther Midelfort Hospital in Eau Claire. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 5:51 AM |
Sept. 19, 1962-Dec. 20, 2009 Lois Louise Kaninsky, age 47, of Mt. Pleasant. Jesus called Lois Louise Kaninsky home after a long battle on Sunday, December 20, 2009. Mama was surrounded by her two daughters and husband at home. Mama is now at rest and spends her days in peace breathing with sweet ease. We love you with all of our hearts. We will meet you soon! Love, Philip, Cassey, and Savannah. |
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
DANIELS, MAXINE; of Waterford; December 19, 2009; at 87 years of age. |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 9:37 AM |
Marcia Marie (Marcy) Putt, 50, of Midland, passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at her home, due to a lengthy battle with breast cancer, surrounded by her family. |
Friday, December 18, 2009 11:24 AM |
Marcia Putt, 50, of Midland, died Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at her home. Arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. |
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HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. -- Marda Mae Roberts, 92, of Hopkinsville, formerly of Ironwood, Mich., and a summer resident of Eagle River, Mich., died Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009, at the Christian Health Center, Hopkinsville, of natural causes. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 5:51 AM |
April 11, 1960-Dec. 19, 2009 Margretlu McIntryre, Age 49, of White Cloud, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2009 in Fremont at the Gerber Hospital. |
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Monday, December 21, 2009 1:30 AM |
KAUKAUNA, Wis. -- Mark J. Dahlin, 83, crossed the Rainbow Bridge to begin his life in Heaven on Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at home with his family at his side. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:37 AM |
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009 5:51 AM |
May 29, 1934-Dec. 18, 2009 Marlene S. Plott of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina ended her brave battle with breast cancer and died peacefully at home with her loved ones by her side on December 18, 2009. |
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Martha Grace (Beard) Huss, age 96, of Pleasant Lake, Ind., formerly of Angola, Ind., and Fremont, Ind., died on Dec. 18, 2009, at her daughter’s home in Pleasant Lake. Visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 22, at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. at Beams Funeral Home, with the Rev. Richard Servis officiating. Burial will take place at Lakeside Cemetery in Fremont.   |
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Monday, December 21, 2009 8:06 PM |
Mary Isabella "Peggy" Taskey, 95, of Traunik, died Sunday afternoon, Dec. 20, 2009, at the home of her son in Chatham. |
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Mary K. Bir, 79, of Kalamazoo, died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at her home following a short illness. She was born Feb. 17, 1929, in Detroit, a daughter to Furm and Loretta (Nartker) Bolin. She has resided in the Kalamazoo area for the past 10 years, coming from Constantine and Sturgis. On Jan. 24, 1948, she married Henry S. Bir in LaGrange, Ind. He died Dec. 16, 1979. He was a homemaker and member of Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. She most enjoyed her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. Surviving are daughter, Stephanie J. Goodwin of Kalamazoo; five sons, Kenneth R. Bir of Bronson, Richard W. (Susan) Bir of Sturgis; Daniel T. Bir of Constantine, James P. (Kim) Bir of Ada, and David S. (Cynthia) Bir of Plymouth; 18 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth (Doc) Secaur of Elkhart, Ind.; brother, Michael (Rhonda) Bolin of Austin, Texas; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents, infant son, Michael; brothers, James Bolin and William (Bill) Bolin Jr.; and sister, Nancy Fuller. There will be no visitation. Cremation has been conducted. Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis with the Rev. Richard Altine officiating. Burial of the cremains will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. Arrangements were handled by the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon. Memorials may be directed to Heifer International, P. O. Box 8058, Little Rock, Ark., 72203-8058. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
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Mary Lou Perrin, 79, of Nottawa, Mich., passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009, at her home. The family will receive friends from 2-6 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-3284. Funeral services celebrating the life of Mary Lou Perrin will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Lay Minister Sandy Miller, of the Nottawa United Methodist Church, will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at the Nottawa Cemetery. A full obituary will appear Tuesday. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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MaryAnn Gort, age 77, of Jenison, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2009.  Funeral services will be held Wednesday, at 2 pm at Roosevelt Park Community Christian Reformed Church, 811 Chicago Drive SW, Wyoming, with Dr. Reginald Smith officiating. Interment Georgetown Township Cemetery.  Family and friends may meet the family Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9:00pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr.    Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:37 AM |
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Saturday, December 19, 2009 9:40 AM |
Mildred M. Clerc, 91, of Midland, died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at MidMichigan Medical Center. Funeral services for Mildred will take place 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, from Our Savior Lutheran Church. There will be no visitation prior to the service. A full obituary will follow in Sunday's edition of the paper. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. |
Mildred Marion (Dodds) LaBrecque, 89 Tuesday, December 15, 2009 10:00 AM |
Mildred Marion (Dodds) LaBrecque, 89, joined her Lord Dec. 11, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Mildred T. Emerick, 92, of Jonesville, passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility. She was born Jan. 9, 1917 in Hillsdale to George and Flora (Reynolds) Underhill. She was married April 30, 1934 to Kenneth Emerick and he preceded her in death in 1995. Mildred was a home care giver, a wife, mother and grandmother. To Millie, her family was the center of her life. She was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hillsdale. Surviving are two children, Paula (Curtis) Dora of Jonesville and Steven (Cheryl) Emerich of Bellfair, Wash.; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two daughters, Mary Lou Emerich and Sondra Rinker. Memorial services for Mildred Emerick will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the First Presbyterian Church of Hillsdale with Pastor Patti Beckman and the Rev. Richard Thorp officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville. The family will receive friends for memorial visitation 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Presbyterian Church, Medical Care Facility, Hillsdale Community Health Center or the Jonesville District Library. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 9:30 AM |
Morris Eugene "Butch" Sheldon, 68, of East Jordan, entered into the promised land on Dec. 19, 2009, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. |
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Mrs. Mary Margaret Flint Fox has found peace and joined her heavenly family on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2009. Mrs. Fox was born Oct. 2, 1917 in Branch County. She was a daughter of the late Lyle and Bessie Tubbs Flint. She was a faithful member of Bethpage Presbyterian Church of Kannapolis, N.C. She was a lifelong volunteer at her church, various charitable agencies and a visitor to shut-ins. Mrs. Fox, in addition to her parents, is preceded in death by her husband, David R. Fox; an infant son, Michael; two brothers, Ross and Eugene Flint; and a sister, Ethelyn Flint Barnes. Survivors include her daughter, Sylvia Fox Lanspery and husband Kenneth of Kannapolis, N.C.; son, Jon Gilbert Fox and partner, Darrell Hotchkiss of Hanover, N.H.; sister, Jeanette Flint Schmidt of St. Cloud, Fla.; three grandchildren, Wendy Sarratt and husband Charlie; Jill Staton and husband Sakealo and Bryan Lanspery and wife Tonya; and six great grandchildren, Sakealo, Jr., Kiana, Kenna and Keely Staton and Jake and Andrew David Sarratt. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Bethpage Presbyterian Church, 6020 Mooresville Road, Kannapolis, NC 28081 or Hospice and Palliative Care of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081 or to Cooperative Christian Ministry, PO Box 1717, Concord, NC 28026 or to the charity of your choice. The family would like to express their sincere thanks for all that was done by the staff of Caremoor in creating a peaceful and caring atmosphere during her final months. The family will receive friends at Lady’s Funeral Home in Kannapolis, N.C. from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday and at other times, the family will be at their respective homes. Lady’s Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family of Mrs. Fox.   |
Mrs. Myrna Lou Sommerfield Timreck passed away to be with her Lord on Dec. 10, 2009. She was 98 years old. |
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Nancy Kay McClelland was born on Sept. 5, 1944, in Ypsilanti. She grew up on a farm and belonged to 4-H and FHA as well as other youth organizations. She graduated high school in 1962, Western Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science in 1965, Eastern Michigan University in 1970 with a Masters in Counseling, and the University of Michigan with a PhD in Education Administration in 1986. Through her career she was a classroom teacher, counselor, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent of schools. She was the first president and charter member of Alaskan Women in Education Administration, as well as a member in good standing and as an officer in a number of professional organizations, and an Elder of the Skagway First Presbyterian Church. After retiring from education she was a law enforcement ranger with the National Park Service in Skagway, Alaska. She was a volunteer for years in the Skagway Volunteer Fire Department as an EMT III, an EMS Instructor, served as EMS lieutenant, a firefighter and a search and rescue technician. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, John L. McClelland and Estelle L. McWilliams, and her daughter, Jenny. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Frank Wasmer; granddaughter, Dainean; siblings, Laura, Lee, Ruth, David, Nina, William; many cousins in and around Adrian; and 18 grandchildren. She was mom to many children, adopted, fostered and six international exchange students. She also leaves close ties with “Nancy’s Kids”, youth from the 1970s and ‘80s that she mentored and taught in a school setting, church youth groups and youth organizations. Nancy loved children and was always happiest when she was working with children. She passed away while on vacation with her husband and granddaughters in Orlando, Fla., on Nov. 13, 2009. She is mourned and will be missed all around the world. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:37 AM |
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:26 AM |
Other deaths John P. Crumlish, 83, of Roseville, Walter Scott Skupny Funeral Home, Roseville |
Thursday, December 17, 2009 9:50 AM |
Patricia A. Herriman, 69, of Alanson and formerly of Charlevoix, died Dec. 16, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
Friday, December 18, 2009 9:45 AM |
Patricia Ann Herriman, 69, of Alanson and formerly of Charlevoix, died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Patrick Harold Lusk, a former longtime Union City resident died Friday, Dec. 11 in Jacksonville, Fla. He was born Aug. 24, 1947 in Hillsdale. He is survived by his wife Kathryn, his children and grandchildren. |
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM |
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Pauline Marie Kukuk, 78, of Midland, died Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009, at Brittany Manor. She was born on Oct. 30, 1930, in Bay City, daughter of the late Ernest Otto and Maud Julia (Russett) Kukuk. |
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Phillip Ross Seybert, 85, of Sturgis, Mich., and a former long-time resident of Burr Oak passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning, Dec. 12, 2009, at his home. He was born Feb. 11, 1924, in Scott, Ind., a son to the late Fred and Blanche (Bowerman) Seybert Sr. On Sept. 4, 1946, he married June Phyllis Orr in Adrian. She died Sept. 27, 2007. Phil was a graduate of Scott High School with the class of 1941. Following is graduation from high school he attended South Bend Business College. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and after completing radio school at Northwestern University in Chicago, he was assigned to the USS Litchfield based at Pearl Harbor. Phil was later transferred to the rebuilt USS Holland where he served on the staff of Admiral Lockwood, Commander of the Pacific Submarine fleet. After World War II, Phil returned to St. Joseph County where he farmed and managed Seybert’s Feed and Grain in Burr Oak until the business was sold. Phil was a truck driver by trade and had driven for Seybert Inc., Grady Motor Freight, Days Transfer, O.I.M. and Indianhead Truck Line where he retired in 1982. Phil was an active resident of Burr Oak serving on the Burr Oak School Board, Burr Oak Township Board and he was a member and past board member of the Burr Oak United Methodist Church. He was proud to be a life member of the LaGrange American Legion in LaGrange, Indiana and Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW in Sturgis. He always had a strong feeling of support for the military men and women and he financially supported many military groups. The center of his life was always his family; his children and grandchildren knew him as a wonderful father and grandfather. He is survived by one daughter, Phyllis (Craig) Wood of Pensacola, Fla.; one son, David (Diana) Seybert of Portage; four grandchildren, Lt. Col. Rick Fojtik, Leann Rogers, Chris Seybert and Kendra Townsend; three great-grandchildren, Shannon Fojtik, Emily June Fojtik and Ava Diane Townsend; one brother, Bill (Estelle) Seybert of White Pigeon; one sister, Lydia Wittenberg of White Pigeon; brother-in-law, Bruce Orr of Adrian and many wonderful friends and nieces and nephews. His parents; wife; one sister, Alice Jane Sherman; and two brothers, Howard Seybert and Fred Seybert Jr. preceded him in death. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Philip Seybert will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Burr Oak United Methodist Church. The Rev. Donald Graham will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at the Burr Oak Cemetery in Burr Oak. Full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-3284 is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Seybert’s memory consider the Burr Oak United Methodist Church, 206 W. Main St., Burr Oak, MI 49030 or the USO P.O. Box 96860, Washington DC 20077-7677. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009 10:05 AM |
Raeone Oteva Robbins, 71, of Pellston, died Dec. 4, 2009, at her home. |
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Randy W. Buscher, 54, of Grass Lake Lane, White Pigeon, died Dec. 15, 2009, at his home. He had been in failing health since October. He was born July 16, 1955, in Three Rivers, to Warren J. (Tubby) and Joanna L. (Gross) Buscher. He was a resident of Grass Lake since 1976, coming from Centreville where he was a graduate of Centreville High School. On Aug. 12, 1978, he married Peggy L. Green in Sturgis. He was the owner and operator, with his wife, of Buscher Lawn Mowing and Landscaing since 2003. He was a production manager and designed for Luxliner in Sturgis for 17 years. He was a member of the Moorepark Community Church in Three Rivers and enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding in his restored Mustang with his wife, ‘55 Chevies, NASCAR and most of all spending time with his children and grandchildren. Surviving are his wife, Peggy L. Buscher of Grass Lake; daughter, Leah Buscher of Sturgis; son, Warren (Corky) and Holli Buscher of Sturgis; three grandchildren, Jacob German, Kendall and Kaylynn Buscher; mother, Joanna L. Drew of Centreville; brother, Steven (Anita) Buscher of Centreville; two sisters, Patricia (Jack) Romine of Casa Grande, Ariz., Brenda (Ed) Iannarelli of South Daytona Beach, Fla.; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Moorepark Community Church, 55701 Wilbur Road, Three Rivers, with Pastor Ken Miller officiating. Private burial of cremains will be in Prairie River Cemetery, Centreville. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Moorepark Community Church for Mission Funds. Envelopes are available at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon which handled the arrangements. |
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 6:37 AM |
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:26 AM |
Richard A. Puzdrakiewicz Richard A. Puzdrakiewicz, age 69, passed away December 20, 2009. Beloved husband of Theresa (nee Seta) for 45 1/2 years. Loving father of Dean, Nick (Karen) and Michele. Dear grandfather of Elizabeth, Michael, Brooke, Cole and Jake. Dear brother of Tony, Walter (Helen), Joann, Jane (Richard) Mine and Helen. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Road at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Road). Funeral Wednesday, instate 9 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of All Saints, 31470 Cyril, off Masonic between Utica and Hayes until time of Mass at 9:30 a.m. Entombment Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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Richard A. “Dick” Bumpus of North Adams passed away Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009 at The “Mac” McGuire Skilled Nursing Facility in Hillsdale. He was born June 7, 1928 in Amboy Township the son of Charles and Gertrude (Peters) Bumpus. He is survived by his wife, Martha L. (Walters) Bumpus whom he married on Feb. 14, 1948; two children, Karen (Steve) Dewey, Susan (Alan) Cook all of North Adams; one daughter-in-law, Marcia Bumpus of North Adams; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one sister, Pauline McClue of Hillsdale; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Michael “Mike” Bumpus; two brothers; and three sisters. Mr. Bumpus retired in 1991 from Williams Mill in North Adams after 44 years of service. He was a member of the North Adams United Methodist Church and the Adams Grange # 286. He served as a volunteer fireman for many years with the North Adams Fire Department and also served on the North Adams-Jerome School Board in years past. At his request, cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Richard A. “Dick” Bumpus will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 28 with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the North Adams United Methodist Church or to the North Adams Fire Department.   |
Friday, December 18, 2009 9:45 AM |
Richard Dean Kalbfleisch, 85, peacefully passed away on Dec. 11, 2009, at hospice in Florida. |
Richard H. Wildey, 87, formerly of Beaverton passed away Nov. 8, 2009 in San Ramon, Costa Rica. |
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Richard Jay Kirchner, 79, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2009, at Central Michigan Community Hospital. |
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Rickie T. Johnston, 60, of Cheboygan died early Saturday December 19, 2009. Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time. Nordman Funeral Home was in charge of services. |
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Friday, December 18, 2009 9:45 AM |
Robert DeWitt Burton, 73, of Boyne City, died Dec. 9, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital after a long illness. |
Saturday, December 19, 2009 1:33 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Robert G. Lantta, 79, of W7870 Highway 77, Iron Belt, Wis., died unexpectedly Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, in Ironwood. |
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Roberts Peteris Gudrups, 98, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 13, 2009, at his home. He was born Aug.3, 1911, in Latvia, a son to the late Ernest and Latte Gudrups. Mr. Gudrups had had resided in Sturgis for the past 51 years coming from Germany where he lived for 15 years. His early life was spent in Latvia. He was married to Emilija P. Upmanis who preceded him in death. In 1974, he retired from the Kirsch Company in Sturgis where all of his friends knew him as “Bob”. He had spent the last 50 years planting and caring for his flowers and trees at his “Paradise” on the three acres of his land. He is survived by his loving family, daughter, Vija (Theo) Vredeveld, Wyoming, Mich.; son, Andy Gudrups of Sturgis; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren, all of Grand Rapids; sister,  Amanda Gulbe of Latvia; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Lilija and Jacques Keeslar of Sturgis. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Roberts P. Gudrups will be held at his home at a later date in the spring of 2010. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-2331 is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Gudrups memory consider Hospice of Sturgis, P.O. Box 126, Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Rosene Elizabeth Baker Pierce, 104, died in Hospice Compassionate Care in Richmond, Ky. on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2009. She was born and raised in Hillsdale County, the daughter of Fred and Addie Bradley Baker. She was loved and respected by all who knew her in her long life. Before her marriage to Clark M. Pierce in 1929, Rosene taught for 5 years in a country, one-room, eight-grades schoolhouse. With her husband, a high school science and agriculture teacher, she lived in Romeo, Mich. where their two children were born. When parents Harold and Gertrude Pierce died at their land grant farm in lower Michigan, Clark and Rosene moved there and took over the chicken hatchery business and later, also raised Herford steers. Rosene was a member of the North Adams First Baptist Church, Country Women’s Improvement Club and the North Adams Women’s Club. She became Worthy Matron of the OES (Order of the Eastern Star). After her husband’s death in 1993, Rosene moved to Kentucky to be with her daughter. She visited the Richmond, Ky. Senior Center for many years where she made many friends. She lived at Assisted Living McCready Manor for 11 years before health problems caused her to move to Telford Terrace. Rosene was a lover of classical music, beautiful pressed glass, crocheter of many afghans for family members and Project Linus, and a wonderful cook. A special joy at her 100th birthday party was a rumble-seat ride down Main St. Richmond with Ray DeSloover at the wheel of his Model A Ford, a key to the city and a proclamation given her by Mayor Connie Lawson. Preceding her in death were her father and mother, two brothers and one sister. Surviving are one daughter, Joan Lorna Boewe (Karl-Heinz) of Richmond and one son, Dr. Fredrick H. Pierce (Mary Jo) of North Salem, Ind.; eight grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services to honor the life of Mrs. Rosene Elizabeth Pierce will be held at the First Baptist Church in North Adams 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 with the Reverend Fred Jensen officiating. Rosene will then be laid to rest in the Northlawn Cemetery in North Adams. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Good Samaritan Fund of St. Andrews Place in Richmond, Ky.   |
Monday, December 21, 2009 8:55 AM |
Rosetta M. Nemec, 85, of Traverse City, died on Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at Grand Traverse Pavilions. |
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
GIBBS, SHELLA GAY; of Waterford; December 19, 2009; age 59. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
ALDRICH, SHIRLEY ANN; of Novi, MI; October 13, 1925 to December 20, 2009. |
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009 8:33 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Sharon Marie Ortwine, 54, of Osseo, passed away Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born April 17, 1955, in Detroit to Carl and Delia (Green) Campbell. She was married Feb. 14, 1992 to Lawrence Ortwine and he survives. Sharon loved flowers, gardening and raising birds and cats. Surviving besides her husband Lawrence, are her father Carl Campbell; a daughter, Alyssa Lambert of Hillsdale; a son, Mark Ballard of Florida; a step-daughter, Autumn (Jonathon) Kerney of Canton; three sisters, Sandra (Melvin) Johnson of Osseo, Phyllis (Richard) Sawyer of Hillsdale and Peggy Strachan of Taylor; two brothers, Carl Stephen Campbell of Adrian and David Campbell of Marquette; and three grandchildren. Sharon was preceded in death by her mother. Funeral services for Sharon M. Ortwine will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. Thomas Mann officiating. Interment will follow at Kirby Cemetery, Adams Township. The family will receive friends for visitation 11 a.m. Tuesday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Ortwine family. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Shirley A. (Gooding-Reinberg) Haskell Monday, December 21, 2009 1:09 PM |
Shirley A. (Gooding-Reinberg) Haskell, 69, of Midland, went to be with her Lord, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009. |
Sunday, December 20, 2009 8:53 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Sidney Kushner, 75, passed away Dec. 12, 2009, at Hackley Hospital. Funeral services were held Dec. 15, 2009, at Kainay Community Church. The arrangements were entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
KENNEDY, THELMA M.; December 20, 2009; age 91. |
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Saturday, December 19, 2009 10:51 AM |
Terry Jean (Stickley) Kenny, 61, passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009 and is now with her Lord, after a three-month battle with cancer. |
Friday, December 18, 2009 6:36 AM |
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Theodore J. “Teddy Bear” Kuehner, 42 of Long Beach, Calif., died Dec. 16, 2009, at the home of his brother in Howe, Ind. A memorial service will be held Dec. 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the LaGrange First Church of God.  There will be a time of gathering and fellowship following the service. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is assisting the family with arrangements.   |
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Thomas G. McNamara, 70, of Blue School Road, White Pigeon, died Dec. 2-, 2009, at his home following a short illness. He was born Dec. 7, 1939, in Detroit, a son of Glenn and Alberta G. (Beadle) McNamara. Thomas lived his early life in Kalamazoo and Klinger Lake and was a graduate of Howe Military School. He attended college and spent most of his life in the White Pigeon area. He was owner and operator of G&A Truck Line, Commercial Leasing, a farmer and last worked with VRT, all of White Pigeon. He worked to TO-MA-GL-PA horse ranch, specializing in quarter horses. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed his grandchildren, snowmobiling, camping, travel to Florida and was a three time champion in hydroplane boat racing. He is survived by three sons, Glenn (Joani) McNamara, Patrick (Shelle) McNamara, Marc (Michelle) McNamara, all of White Pigeon; nine grandchildren, Myste Kehoe, Eric Hill, Mitchell, Matthue, Melissa, Michael, Cassandra, Thomas James and Megan McNamara; special friends, Reggie and Vicki Platz and Steve and Nancy Rank. He was preceded in death by his parents. Relatives and friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon where services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday with the Rev. Wilbur Brandli officiating. Entombment will be in the McNamara Family Mausoleum in White  Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the West Michigan Cancer Center or Three Rivers Hospice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
Friday, December 18, 2009 1:09 AM |
BELLEVILLE, Mich. -- Timothy Ray Garcia, 38, Trout Creek, died Dec. 15, 2009, at his father's home in Belleville. |
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Viola Mae Rowe, 76, of Colon, Mich., passed away early Sunday morning, Dec. 20, 2009, at the Laurels of Coldwater in Coldwater, Mich. She was born July 14, 1933, in Hamilton County, Ind., a daughter to the late Chester and Minnie (Salisbury) Inman. Viola had resided in Colon since 2000. Prior to that she had lived in Sturgis for many years and her early life was spent in the Brighton, Ind., area and she graduated from Brighton High School with the class of 1951. In 1971, she married David Rowe. She had been employed by Grumman Olson in Sturgis for 12 years. Prior to joining Grumman Olson, she had worked at the Ivers Leigh Company in Shipshewana, Ind. Viola enjoyed reading, time spent in the sun and traveling. She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, David; one daughter, Sheila (Jay) Wilkins of Cummings, Ga.; one son, Marvin (Sue) Smith of Sturgis; step-daughter, Kimberly (Mark) Larimer of Sturgis; step-son, Roland (Lori) Rowe of Sturgis; eight grandchildren, Jeremy (Tera) Rowe, Alexis (Carl) Flowers, Andrea Rowe, Jake Rowe, Josh (Angela) Larimer, Merriah (Steve) Moore, Ashley (Darren) McKnight and Abi Larimer; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Alvin (Nancy) Inman of Sturgis and several nieces and nephews. Her parents; and two daughters, Franka Friend and Yolanda Friend, preceded her in death. The family will receive friends from 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-2331. Funeral services celebrating the life of Viola Mae Rowe will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The Rev. James Bender, of the First Baptist Church in Sturgis, will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Rowe’s memory consider the Alzheimer’s Association, 2300 Portage St., Suite 341, Kalamazoo, MI 49001. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
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Virginia C. (Thielan) Fonger, age  88, formerly of Adrian, passed away at Clark Retirement Community in Grand Rapids on Friday, Dec. 18, 2009. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, M. Jack Fonger; parents, Harold E. and Florence (Waldron) Thielan; and sister, Phyllis J. Thomas. She is survived by her sons, Bradley (Linda) of Kalamazoo and St. Croix, Curtis Sr. (Susan) of North Palm Beach, Fla., Gilbert (Paula) of Gurnee, Ill., and Lindsay (Janice) of Kentwood; grandchildren, Reid (Melissa), Evan (Nicole), Judson (Nicole), Cullen (Kristy), Curtis Jr. (Andrea), Kyle, Jacquelyn and Celia; great-grandchildren, Josephine, Ethan and Lillian; sisters-in-law, Marjean Brillhart, Rose, Gail and Sandra Fonger; and many nephews and nieces. Virginia was born near Adrian, Mich., and graduated from Adrian Senior High School in 1939 and Western Michigan University in 1943.  She earned a master’s degree in library science in 1968 at WMU and was a member of Beta Phi Mu. She taught school for 28 years, 21 years as Lowell High School librarian. She was active in school, church and the community and was a loving wife and mother.  Virginia was a member of United Methodist Women, Evening Club, EX Libris and Lowell Museum, and after moving to Clark in 2001, she was an active volunteer in the library, the hand bell choir and resident council. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at First United Methodist Church of Lowell, 621 E. Main St., Lowell, with the Rev. Rick Blunt and the Rev. Dean Bailey officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be two hours prior to service. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, Clark Benevolent Fund or Faith Hospice. |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:26 AM |
Virginia C. Gierman Virginia C. Gierman, age 84, passed away December 21, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Loving mother of Ronald (Donna) Gierman and Pamela (Terry) Barber. Dear grandma of Ryan Gierman. Loving sister of Florence, Eleanor, and Gertrude. Sister-n-law of Alex Ebneth. Also cherished by her nieces, nephew, and friends. Funeral Wednesday 11:30 a.m. at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Ave., (south of 22 Mile Rd.) in Shelby Township. Visitation (today) Tuesday 5-8 p.m. and Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Memorials to American Heart Association appreciated. www.gramerfuneralhome.com |
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 6:22 AM |
KOSEK, WANDA H.; of Clarkston; December 21, 2009; age 97. |
Monday, December 21, 2009 6:11 AM |
WALLS, WILLARD, SHIRLEY; age 99; of Davisburg died Sunday, December 20, 2009. |
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