Friday, January 22, 2010

Michigan Obituaries 01/22/2010


 

Abbie Lynn Fears *

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Albert May

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Albert 'Whitey' May

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Andrea L. Juszczyk

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM 

Andrea L. Juszczyk Andrea L. Juszczyk, age 68, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Warren, passed away on January 17, 2010 at Tendercare of Westwood. Andrea was born on July 20, 1941 in Steubenville, Ohio, the daughter of Edward J. and Ann (Kelchak) Juszczyk. Andrea worked for the City of Warren for 38 years, retiring in 1999 from the City Clerk's office. During her career, she developed many lasting friendships. She will be remembered as an animal lover who put animals and others before herself. She loved music, participating in high school and college marching bands and was active in bowling, skiing, judo and card playing. Andrea was also an avid fan of all sports. She was preceded in death by her father, Edward in May of 2009. Andrea is survived by her mother, Ann; two sisters, Christine Juszczyk of Kalamazoo and Maureen Parkinson of Traverse City; nephew, Greg (Barbara) Parkinson of Traverse City; niece, Tracey Snow (Mark Kleckner) of Bethesda, Md.; two great-nephews, Corey Parkinson and Ryan Snow and a greatniece, Christy Parkinson. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, January 24, 2010, 2-5 p.m. at Redmond Funeral Home , 4100 S. Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, Mich. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 25, 2010 at St. Augustine Cathedral with Fr. Harry Potter, Celebrant. Memorial contributions may be made to an animal charity of donor's choice or Southern Care Hospice, 4341 S. Westnedge Ave. Suite 2100, Kalamazoo, 49008.


 


 


 

Ann A. Sved

Friday, January 22, 2010 1:30 AM 

MILWAUKEE --   Ann A. Sved, 91, of Senter Location, Mich., died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, where she had been admitted earlier in the day.


 


 

Arthur E. Gentz

• Arthur E. Gentz, 85, of Onekama, died Sunday, Jan. 17. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

BETTY L. HIRR

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

HIRR, BETTY L.; of Grand Blanc; age 87; died Tuesday, January 19, 2010; at Genesys Regional Medical Center. 


 


 

BRIAN JON BIERMACHER

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

BIERMACHER, BRIAN JON; age 58; of White Lake; passed away suddenly on January 19, 2010. 


 


 

Barbara Jean (McCauley) Teelander

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Bernard Balmes Sr. *

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CHYRL K. RIEBOW-LOCHRIDGE

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

RIEBOW-LOCHRIDGE, CHYRL K.; age 64; passed away January 21, 2010; in Columbus, Mississippi, formerly of Pontiac, MI. Wife of Richard Lochridge; mother of Lanette Girard and David (Donna) Lochridge; many step-children; grandchildren and great grandchildren. Please send donations to American Heart Association.


 


 

Calvin B. Howard

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Calvin B. Howard *

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Catherine Anna Zini

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM 

Catherine Anna Zini Catherine Anna "Katie" Zini (nee DallaCosta), age 87, died January 20, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Fredo. Loving mother of Alfred "Rick" (Maria), Cynthia (Gary) Shermetaro, David (Kathy), and the late Michael. Proud and loving grandmother of Joseph, Julie (Ryan), Angela, Anna, and Franklin. Dear sister of Jim (Geny), Tony (Peggy), Louie (Gail), Mary (Bud) Verbeke, Billy (Kathy), and the late Betty (the late Jack) Hennessey, John (Joyce), Mario (Vicki), and Ernie (Arlene and the late Carol). Mrs. Zini was a hard worker and was entirely devoted to her family. She dedicated years of her life to raise nine siblings upon the early death of their mother. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc. , 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Instate Saturday 9 a.m. until time of 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Athanasius Catholic Church, 18270 13 Mile Road (between Kelly and Groesbeck). Interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Roseville.


 


 

Charles Edwards *

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Charles L. Martin

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 1:38 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Charles Louis Martin, age 95, of Forsyth, Mo., died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at the Forsyth Nursing and Rehab. Center. He was born in Monroeville, Ind., on Oct. 30, 1914, a son of Charles N. and Orma (Roy) Martin. On Nov. 13, 1936, he married Mary E. Colpetzer at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Kalamazoo. She preceded him in death on Dec. 26, 2007. Charles was a professional jockey. Surviving Charles are his daughter, Marjorie (Dennis) Sullivan of Pelham, Ga.; sons Charles “Ronnie” (Kathy) Martin of Pensacola, Fla., and Michael (Barbara) Martin of Manteno, Ill.; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; sisters, Ilene Schuster of Constantine, and Lavon Faughnan of Angels Camp, Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; daughter, Mary Marcille Martin Edwards; two brothers; and four sisters. Relatives and friends will be received Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, White Pigeon, with Father Richard Altine officiating. Interment will be at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in White Pigeon. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Charles S. Poppenhager Jan. 20, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:33 AM 

Charles S. Poppenhager, 64, of Monroe died this morning at Memorial Hospital, Jacksonville, Fla. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe.


 


 

Christopher A. Barrand

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Clarence C. Gehring

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 10:34 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Clarence C. Gehring, age 66, of Morenci passed away, Jan. 19, 2010. He was born March 7, 1943, in Adrian, Mich., the son of Clarence L. and Mary (Burgett) Gehring. On Aug. 28, 1989, he married Rose Hubbell. She survives. In addition to his wife, Rose, he is survived by his children, Duane A. Gehring, Scott A. (Lisa) Gehring, Chad (Alicia) Gehring, Annette Gehring, Crystal Gehring, Clyde Gehring and Andrew Gehring; 11 grandchildren; two sisters, Alice Waltz and Maryann Murday; three brothers, Richard, Donald (Agnes) and James Gehring; and several nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Lynford, Louis, Norm, Chris and Howard Gehring; and two sisters, Jeanetta and Wanda Barnett. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. According to his wishes, cremation will follow. Visitation will be on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of service at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Clarence’s family. Send condolences and view Clarence’s video tribute online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Clarence Kurh

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Claudia Curtale

Claudia Curtale, 68, of Gladwin, passed away after a short illness, on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010. 


 


 

Clois McCarty, 78

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 7:54 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Clois Ray McCarty, 78, died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, in Holland Hospital. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving in the Korean War. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at the Chappell Funeral Home in Fennville. Burial will be in Fennville Cemetery. Visitation is 4 to 6 p.m. today at the funeral home.


 


 

Conrad Richard "Dick" Fern

Conrad Richard "Dick" Fern, age 79, of Fenton, died Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010. 


 


 

Corey Gustafson

Friday, January 8, 2010 8:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Corey Gustafson, 33, Mackinaw City, died Monday, Jan. 4, 2010. He was born Nov. 22, 1976 in Warren. Arrangements are handled by Dodson Funeral Home in St. Ignace. 


 


 

Crane, Robert G. "Bob" *

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Curtis L. Mau

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Cynthia M. Pearson

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:53 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Cynthia May Pearson, 54, of Bellevue, passed on January 18, 2010 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Born Nov. 10, 1955 in Hillsdale, she was the daughter of Richard and Ruthmary (Olmstead) Pearson.  Cynthia graduated from Jonesville High School. She is survived by her parents, Richard and Ruthmary Pearson of Bellevue; sisters, Cherilyn (James) Smith of Litchfield, Patricia (Raymond) Dukat of Escondido, California; brother, Steve (Vangie) Pearson of Riverside, California; nephews, nieces, cousins and other family members. Cynthia enjoyed spending time with her family, being around children and listening to and reading books. There will be a family service at a later date. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. www.shawfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

Cynthia Marie (Velchansky) White

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 10:25 AM 

Cynthia Marie (Velchansky) White, born on June 17, 1950, passed away Jan. 16, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital.


 


 

Danku-Stevens, Macie Michelle *

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David A. Mayer

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:49 AM 

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David E. Crandall

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

David E. Crandall, 65, of Union City, died on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010 at his home. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010 at the Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Pastor Phil McQueen will officiate. Interment will follow at the Riverside Cemetery in Union City. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010 from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. David was born on March 20, 1944 in La Porte, Ind., to Lloyd E. and Delores M. (Fee) Crandall.The family moved to Union City, where he attended school, when David was young. He married his wife of 46 years, Shirley A. Monroe, on May 10, 1962 in Bronson. He had worked for 13 years at Clark Equipment in Battle Creek until they closed. He then continued working for Denso Manufacturing until he became disabled. David loved hunting, fishing and was a proud member of the National Rifle Association. He especially liked bow hunting and even crafted some of his own longbows. Because of his failing health, he had recently taken an interest in playing the harmonica and pool. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be severely missed by his family. David leaves behind his wife Shirley; his children Donna Crandall and Joe of Coldwater, David (Colitilde) Crandall, Jr. of Battle Creek and Duane Crandall and Tammy of Ohio; brothers Loren (Cecile) Crandall of Union City and Russell Crandall of Coldwater; sister Dallas (Butch) Kinsey of Coldwater; and grandson David Crandall, III, of Texas, who just graduated from the U.S.A.F. boot camp. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Alfred Crandall. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Food Bank of South Central Michigan for the Union City Food Bank.    


 


 

David Gordon Danville, 47

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 8:10 AM 

David Gordon Danville, 47, of Hickory Corners, formerly of Boyne City, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. 


 


 

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Dolores A. (D’Alessandri) Love Jan. 21, 2010

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:24 AM 

Dolores A. (D’Alessandri) Love, 71, of Monroe died at 12:32 this morning in Mercy Memorial Hospital.


 


 

Dolores Cliffman, 81

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 7:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dolores (Boeve) Cliffman, 81, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, at Tender Care in Marshall. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A private service will be at East Holland Cemetery at her husband’s grave site at a later time.   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.


 


 

Don Escott

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:05 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Don Escott, age 75, of Tecumseh passed away, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, at Toledo Hospital. Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Dona Gay Smith

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Donald A. German

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 1:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donald A. German, 78, of Burr Oak, Mich., passed away Sunday morning, Jan. 17, 2010, at Matthew 7:7 Adult Foster Care Home in White Pigeon. He was born May 3, 1931, in Hillsdale, Mich., a son to the late Harold and Beulah (Norris) German. Don had resided most of his life in Burr Oak. On March 29, 1952, he married Alice Virene Smith at the parsonage of the United Methodist Church in Fremont, Ind. She died July 26, 2003. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army earning the rank of private. Following 25 years of employment as a gifted and talented machinist he retired from Grav-i-flo in Sturgis. He had also worked as a machinist at North American Aviation, Inc. where he was commended for personal sacrifice and exemplary performance in the fabricating of mechanical parts for the Apollo Program. He was a member of the Burr Oak United Methodist Church. He had a true love of the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Don’s greatest pride and joy was his family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be remembered as a man of few words with a wealth of knowledge and guidance. He is survived by one daughter, Diane (her life partner Roger Kline) Thrasher of Sturgis; two sons, Donald H. (Theresa) German of Idaho and Dann W. (Janet) German of Kansas; 11 grandchildren, Keith, Trisha, Marshall, Justin, Jared, Trevor, Troy, Janae, Jess, Shannon and Alicin; 19 great-grandchildren; one sister, Roberta Smoker of Bronson; one brother, Terrence German of Sturgis; lifelong friend, Howard Gest of Burr Oak and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; one daughter, Dawn German and one sister, Lois Avery. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A private graveside service and burial of the ashes will take place at the Burr Oak Cemetery in Burr Oak where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Army Honor Guard. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. German’s memory consider Hospice of Sturgis, P.O. Box 126, Sturgis, MI 49091 or the St. Joseph County Conservation Club Youth Program, 23640 Featherstone Rd., Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Donald Alofs, 58

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:31 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Donald Jay Alofs, aged 58, of Byron Center, died Saturday, January 16, 2010.   A Celebration of Donald's life will be  on Friday, Jan 22, at 2:00 p.m. at Second Byron Center Christian Reformed  Church on the corner of 76th St. SW and Byron Center Ave. Interment will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will meet with friends and relatives on Thursday, January 21, 2010 from 2-4 and 7-9 at  Cook Funeral Home, Byron Center, located at 2067 84th St.   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.


 


 

Donald H. Seeburger

Friday, January 15, 2010 11:42 AM 

Donald H. Seeburger, 75, of Hemlock, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, in Dade City, Fla. Donald was born in Midland County on Aug. 30, 1934, the son of the late John and Bertha (Hockmeyer) Seeburger. 


 


 

Donald R. VanWoert

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Donald W. Thibdaue

Thursday, January 14, 2010 6:46 AM 

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Donna E. Haines

Donna E. Haines of Gladwin, passed away at her home, Jan. 15, 2010. 


 


 

Donna L. 'Mrs. P.' Plonsky

Friday, January 22, 2010 1:31 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Donna L. "Mrs. P." Plonsky, 65, of Marenisco, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Doris I. Cord

Friday, January 22, 2010 2:41 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Doris I. Cord, 94, of Spring Hill, Fla., died Jan. 6, 2010.                 Relatives and friends may call from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at the Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange, Ind. where services are at 1 p.m. Saturday. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, Ind


 


 

Dorothy May Minten

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 6:35 AM 

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Dorothy Schwartzkopf

Saturday, January 16, 2010 6:35 AM 

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Dorothy Vanden Bosch, 75

Thursday, January 21, 2010 9:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Dorothy Vanden Bosch, 75, of Zeeland, died Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010. Funeral and committal services will be 11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 25, at First Reformed Church in Zeeland. The Revs. Scott Van Oostendorp and Tom Grabill will officiate. Visitation will be 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Dylan Ray Panza Jan. 15, 1985-Jan. 18, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:32 AM 

Dylan Ray Panza was born in Monroe, Michigan on January 15, 1985. Dylan was the youngest of three children born from the union of Chester Panza Jr. and Nancy (Herring) Panza.


 


 

Earl E. Neff

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:59 AM 

Dec. 28, 1919-Jan. 12, 2010 Earl E. Neff died in Midlothian, VA on Jan. 12, 2010 after a long illness. 


 


 

Early R. Cochran *

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Edgar Lantzer, 77

Friday, January 22, 2010 8:15 AM 

Edgar Lantzer, 77, of Petoskey, succumbed to cancer and passed from this life on Dec. 29, 2009. 


 


 

Ellen Pulaski, 68

Friday, January 15, 2010 8:35 AM 

Mary Ellen Pulaski, 68, of Petoskey, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at her home, her family close by.


 


 

Ellyn Charlene (Hards) Weihl

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 12:35 PM 

Ellyn Charlene (Hards) Weihl, 72, of Grand Ledge, recently of Howell, entered eternal life on Jan. 18, 2010. She was born in Detroit, Oct. 27, 1937, the daughter of Alfred T. and Evelyn (Creed) Hards. A graduate of Dearborn High's class of 1955, she went on to MSU and was a Dec. 1958 graduate with a bachelor of arts in elementary education.


 


 

Elvis G. Edwards

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Eugene Bradford, 94

Thursday, January 21, 2010 9:12 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

The Rev. Eugene Bradford, 94, of Holland, died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010. Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Pillar Christian Reformed Church, 57 E. 10th St. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St.   www.langelandsterenberg.com


 


 

Eugene J. Saumier *

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Florence A. Garman

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Florence L. Schreckengost *

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Frances Nora (Gregg) Langham, 89

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 8:10 AM 

Petoskey native Frances Nora (Gregg) Langham, 89, of Lansing and formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Jan. 18, 2010. 


 


 

Franklin J. Kasperski

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 10:30 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Franklin J. Kasperski, 84, of Farmington and formerly of Bronson, died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010 at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. Funeral arrangements are pending at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson and will be announced as soon as they become available.


 


 

Frederick A. Houseknecht

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:42 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frederick A. Houseknecht, 67, of Scipio Township, passed away Friday Jan. 15, 2010,  at the VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor.  He was born Aug. 10, 1942, in Detroit to Frederick E. and Rachael (Coriell) Houseknecht.  Fred graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1964 and served in the U. S. Army.  He retired from Clark Equipment Co. where he had worked 10 years.  On Jan. 7, 1977, he married Emma (Signor) and she preceded him in death in 1992. Survivors include his longtime companion, Tina Church; two sisters,  Ellen (Clarence) Conklin, Jonesville and Joan (Hugh) Conklin, Jonesville; two brothers, Philip Houseknecht, Jonesville and  Jim (Jean) Potter, Jonesville. He was also preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating. Interment will follow in the Johnson Cemetery, Scipio Township.  Visitation is scheduled Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.  Memorials are suggested to the VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor or the American Cancer Society.   


 


 

GEORGIA M. MYERS

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

MYERS, GEORGIA M.; age 92; of Wolverine Lake; died January 20, 2010. 


 


 

Gene L. Bourbonais

Thursday, January 14, 2010 6:46 AM 

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Genevieve E. Rutherford *

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George E. Roy

Sunday, January 17, 2010 6:37 AM 

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George Page Scully, 93

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 10:25 AM 

George Page Scully, formerly of Peoria, Ill., and currently a resident of Walloon Lake, died on Jan. 18, 2010, at the age of 93. 


 


 

Georgene Marie (Brubaker) English

Friday, January 15, 2010 11:42 AM

Georgene Marie (Brubaker) English, 66, formally of Midland, passed away at home Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, in Lampasas Texas. She is survived by her loving husband William; parents Bernard and Jean Brubaker; three children, Michael, Laney, and Jennifer; 11 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.


 


 

Geraldine D. Quart

Friday, January 8, 2010 8:28 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Geraldine (Jerry) D. Quart, 87, of Indian River, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010 at the Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. A funeral service will be held noon, Monday, Jan. 11, 2010 at the Indian River United Methodist Church. Pastor Gary Step will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service at noon on Monday. Please join us for a celebration of life, where lunch will be served.  Interment will be at Oakhill Cemetery in Indian River. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune.  


 


 

Gertrude I. Lipa

Saturday, January 16, 2010 6:35 AM 

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Glora M. Kenyon *

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Gloria Veronica Duff

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Guy W. Russell, 67

Monday, January 18, 2010 9:20 AM 

Guy W. Russell, 67, of Charlevoix, passed away Jan. 15, 2010. 


 


 

HARRY S. STARK

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

STARK, HARRY S.; age 93; January 21, 2010. Beloved husband of Virginia (nee Dunne) Stark; dear father of R. Keith (Jean) Stark, Robert S. Stark and Mary Kay (Jack) Stark-Marwil; grandfather of Adam and Beth (John) Omtvedt; great grandfather of Jacob and Alexander; brother of Joy (Harold) Houston and the late Neil (Mary Alice) Stark; also survived by step-children; step-grandchildren; and step-great grandchildren.


 


 

HELEN ANN SPRYS

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

SPRYS, HELEN ANN; January 16, 2010; age 86. 


 


 

Helen Cope Eickhoff

Monday, January 11, 2010 8:36 PM - Staff reports 

Helen Cope Eickhoff, born Helen Goldie Cope, passed away Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at Budd Terrace at Wesley Woods in Atlanta, Ga. Visitation will be Wednesday, Jan. 13, at 2 p.m., at the Turner Funeral Home (A.S. Turner & Sons, 2773 N. Decatur Rd., Decatur, Ga., 30033) followed by a 3:30 p.m. service in the Turner Chapel. The family will host a gathering of friends and family at Athens Pizza in Decatur address 1341 Clairmont Rd., Decatur, GA 30033. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.  


 


 

Hope Ann Lashmit Parrish, 79

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 9:00 AM 

Hope Ann Lashmit Parrish, 79, of Vidalia, Ga., died Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, in the Community Hospice House in Vidalia. 


 


 

Ina M. Babcock

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 12:15 PM 

Ina M. Babcock, 95, of Coleman, died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010. She was born Jan. 1, 1915, in Lake Orion, the daughter of the late George and Gladys (Harrington) Thompson. Ina married Richard K. Babcock on May 18, 1935, in Coleman.


 


 

Isabelle B. Wells, 102

Thursday, January 21, 2010 8:45 AM 

Isabelle B. Wells, 102, of East Jordan, died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. 


 


 

JANICE LYNN GLEBE

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

GLEBE, JANICE LYNN; age 56; of Brighton, Michigan; passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2010, following a prolonged battle with cancer.


 


 

JANSEN, LAURA LOIS

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Jack C. Henry

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:40 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Jack C. Henry, 76, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  He was born April 17, 1933 in Shiloh, Mich., to Carl John and Bessie (Lowe) Henry.  He was married Oct. 27, 1979 to Ann Mygrant and she survives. Jack was a retired pharmacist and the previous owner and operator of H.S. Pharmacy in Hillsdale from 1958-1974.   He retired from the Department of Licensing and Regulation for State of Michigan.  Jack was a member of the tax review board for Hillsdale Township for several years.  He previously headed the cancer drive for the Hillsdale County, American Cancer Society.  He served on various pharmaceutical associations.  Jack was an avid fisherman and hunter.  He collected antique vases and loved gardening. Surviving besides his wife Ann are three daughters, Kim Henry of Knoxville, Tenn., Deborah (Larry) Donahue of Sumnar, Mich., and Juli (Dennis) Bowerman of Coldwater; a son, Terry (Marsha) Wiegman of Haslet; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and a brother. Memorial services for Jack Henry will be Monday at noon at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hillsdale with Pastor Julie Carey officiating.  Interment will take place at a later date.  The family will receive friends for visitation Monday from 11 a.m. until services at noon at the church.  Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association. To view this obituary and share memories visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Jack D. Seymour

Monday, January 18, 2010 10:19 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Jack D. Seymour, 79, of Delaware Ohio, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010 at his residence, surrounded by family and friends, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, at the Rodman Neeper Funeral Home in Delaware, where funeral services will be held on at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 21 with the Rev. Andy Freeman officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.


 


 

Jack Mellema, 79

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:29 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jack H. Mellema, died January 6, 2010.   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 Thomas Hudson

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:06 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jack Thomas Hudson, age 78, a resident of Brooklyn, passed away Jan. 15, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Patricia A.; three children, Peggy Hudson, Dennis Hudson and Sheila (Mark) Cobb; four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, seven siblings and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Jack Jr. Jack retired from Ford Motor Company, owned and operated Jack’s Saw Shop in Brooklyn for many years and served in the United States Navy. At his request cremation has taken place. Jack’s family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at the Davis Banquet Center, 3575 Francis St., Michigan Center. A Memorial Service honoring his life will begin at 3 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Muscular Dystrophy Association or the charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements by Nichols-Arthur Funeral Home, Michigan Center.


 


 

James E. Yoder

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:14 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

James E. Yoder, 82 of Sturgis, Mich., and Weslaco, Texas, passed away Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, surrounded by his family at the Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco. He was born Aug. 11, 1927, in Nottawa, Mich., a son to the late Ernest and Lovina (Eicher) Yoder. Jim resided in the Sturgis area most of his life. In 1950 he married Jackie Bowen. She preceded him in death on March 23, 1999. On Sept. 25, 2005, he married Mary Reed. He was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Army from 1950-1952 during the Korean War stationed at Fort Bragg North Carolina. Following his honorable discharge from the Army he and Jackie returned to Sturgis and resided there and raised their family. Following their retirement he and Jackie began spending their winters in the Rio Grande Valley in Texas. Jim and Mary were currently living in Sturgis and also Winter Texans in Weslaco. In the 1950s and ’60s he was a member of many championship fast pitch softball teams. He was a very talented southpaw first baseman. Jim continued his love of sports encouraging and cheering loudly at his sons athletic events. For many years he umpired Little League Majors baseball games in Sturgis. He loved to run the two lane roads while traveling and took Mary down some interesting roads. Jim was always willing to give of his time to help others and had volunteered at Thurston Woods Village and was a driver for the American Cancer Society in the Valley. He attended the Locust Grove Mennonite Church in Burr Oak. His care and compassion for all his family and friends will be greatly missed but he loved the Lord and has gone home in victory. He would want us to celebrate his life. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife, Mary; one daughter, Linda (Doug) Large of Sturgis; five sons, Doug (Sue) Yoder of Austin, Texas, Bob (Marilee) Yoder of Sturgis, Steve (his friend Sheryl Putnam) Yoder of Sturgis, Stan (Vicki) Yoder of White Pigeon, Tim (his fiancée Vicky Singleton) Yoder of Sturgis; one step-son, Jeff Moline of Garita, New Mexico; two step-daughters, Michelle (Scott) Carr of Sturgis and Alecia Frutig of LaGrange, Ind.; 21 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Ellen Schragg of Kalamazoo and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death parents; wife; two sisters,  Lena Reed and Barb Weber; and one brother, Ernest Yoder. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of James Yoder will be announced at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Rosenberg Chapel of Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Yoder’s memory consider the American Cancer Society, 1400 West Milham, Kalamazoo, MI 49091 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

James W. Reilly

Sunday, January 17, 2010 8:08 AM 

James W. Reilly, 75, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010. 


 


 

James 'Jim' Pennington

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Janet C. Parcell

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 6:35 AM 

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Jared Roger Fosmore

Tuesday, January 5, 2010 8:34 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jared Roger Fosmore, 22, of Wabash, Ind. died at 6:40 pm Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at  Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Funeral services will be held at Wabash Freewill Baptist Church, 1056 Erie Street, Wabash on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 10:30am with Rev. Hobert Meek officiating.  Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash.  Friends may call 12-2pm and 5-7pm Friday, January 8, 2010 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave. Wabash, and 1 hour prior to service Saturday at the church. There will be a memorial service at the Northern Michigan Baptist Bible Church, 1833 McMichael Rd, Alanson, Michigan on Monday, January 11, 2010 at 11:00am. Preferred memorial is his sons, Landen Roger and Prestyn Wayne Fosmore. Read more HERE in Wednesday’s Tribune.


 


 

Jay Lampen, 88

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mr. Jay Lavern Lampen, 88, of Hudsonville, formerly of Hamilton, died Tuesday, January 19, 2010. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, January 22, 2010 at Hamilton Reformed Church, 3554 M-40 Hamilton with Rev. Thomas Dekker officiating.  Burial will be in Bentheim Cemetery.  Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Thursday at  Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.   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.


 


 

Jayson A. Zech

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Jean Elizabeth Earley *

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Jean May Buchweitz *

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Jeanne Marie Winninger

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM 

Jeanne Marie Winninger Jeanne Marie Winninger, age 83, of Oscoda, formerly of Warren died Wednesday, January 20, 2010, at the Lincoln Haven Healthcare and Rehabilitation Community, Lincoln, Mich. She was born August 5, 1926, in France where she was raised. She moved to Warren in 1959 from France. In 2005 she moved to Harrisville, Mich. and recently moved to Oscoda. Her husband Paul Winninger preceded her in death in 1991. Mrs. Winninger is survived by her son Serge Patrick (Deborah) Winninger of Greenbush, four grandchildren, Angelique Saraydarian, Christopher Winninger, Nicholas Winninger and Michelle Huebschman, and nine great-grandchildren, Michael, Nicholas and Lyla Saraydarian, Patrick and Hayden Winninger, Macaylla Willhite, Dalton, Jack and Madelaine Huebschman. Visitation will be Friday January 22, 2010, from 6-9 p.m. and Saturday from 6 p.m. until the funeral at 8 p.m. at Gillies Funeral Home , Harrisville, MI. (gilliesfuneralhomes.com). Interment service will be at 1 p.m. Monday, January 25, 2010, at the Clinton Grove Memorial Park, Clinton Township, MI.


 


 

Jerry R. Kihn

Thursday, January 14, 2010 6:46 AM 

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Jim Miller

Monday, January 18, 2010 11:15 AM 

Jim Miller, 62, died Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, with his family by his side at Beaumont Hospital of Royal Oak, Michigan. 


 


 

Joan Lenore Arehart

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:59 AM 

Joan Lenore Arehart, 74, died peacefully surrounded by her many loved ones at the home of her sister, Judy Eyde, on Monday, January 18, 2010. She was a loving sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend who touched the lives of many with her humor, warmth, and wisdom.


 


 

John C. Duffy Sr.

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM

John C. Duffy Sr. John C. Duffy Sr., of Omaha, Neb., passed away January 19, 2010. He was born January 3, 1923. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sally A. Duffy; daughters, Amanda Duffy Randall, Abigail (Bob) Devin, all of Omaha; grandchildren, Abigail and Steve Drucker, John Randall, Bubby Randall, Kirsten Devin, Riley Devin, Joseph Devin; sister, Jane Wulf of Birmingham, Mich.; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by son, John C. Duffy Jr. Memorial service today, 11 a.m., St. Augustine of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 285 S. 208 Street, Elkhorn, Neb. Memorials to Nebraska Humane Society, Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, or Siena/Francis House.


 


 

John H. Peebles

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John Henry Peebles, of San Rafael, Calif., passed away Monday, Jan.11, 2010, at the age of 94. He was born Jan. 2, 1916 ,in Hudson, MI, the fourth child of four, to Willis Peebles and Nellie (Hawkins) Peebles.  John grew up on a farm in Hudson and his uncle had one of the few trucks around at the time.  He graduated from Hillsdale College with an accounting degree. John flew 30 missions over Europe as a navigator in B-24s and received the Distinguished Flying Cross.  He met his future wife, Patricia Boyd, at Steel Products in Hillsdale and they were married on Feb. 10, 1945.  They took a trip across the northern states of the United States and settled in Torrance, Calif., where they had friends from Michigan.  They moved to Temple City in 1951 where they lived until 2007 when they moved to San Rafael to be near their daughter and her family.  His son and his family still live in Temple City.  John started working for Southern Counties Gas Co.,in 1948 and retired as supervisor of disbursements in Accounting. At that time he went to work in Pat's travel agency. John was very active with Little League and Babe Ruth baseball and was assistant manager and manager for many years.  He was also active in Kiwanis. He had great pride and joy in his three grandchildren.  He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His wife of 64 years, Pat, preceded his death last June.  He is survived by his son, Frederick (Vivian) Peebles of Temple City; his daughter Mary (James) Adams of San Rafael; grandchildren, Whitney Peebles, Julie Jacobson, James Adams, and great-grandson, Wes Peebles; as well as nephews and a niece and their families. Funeral services for John Henry Peebles will be at 11a.m. Monday, at the Van Horn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Terry Bobzien officiating.  Internment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Jefferson Township.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 3-4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Temple City Kiwanis Club, c/o Steven Tyre, POB 758, Temple City, CA 91780.  To view this obituary or send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

John K. 'Jack' Ready, 70

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 8:10 AM

John K. "Jack" Ready, 70, of Conway, passed away Jan. 15, 2010, at his home.


 


 

John Van Dussen, 78

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:33 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John Van Dussen, age 78, of Shelby, formerly of Holland, died Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at Mercy Hospital in Muskegon.   A memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 23, 2010     at Central Wesleyan Church Chapel, 446 West 40th Street in Holland.  Pastor Mick Knierim will be officiating.  Burial was in  Beaverdam Cemetery.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days.


 


 

Joseph R. Parker Jr. Jan. 18, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:32 AM 

Joseph R. Parker Jr., age 1, of Carleton died January 18, 2010.


 


 

Josephine Dorothy Litwin

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:17 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Josephine Dorothy Litwin, age 90, of Britton died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, at Lynwood Manor in Adrian. She was born  to Karl and Mary (Sovinski) Kuzara on Feb. 9, 1919, in Pennsylvania. She married Raymond Litwin on Sept. 3, 1938, at Dixon City, Pa. He passed away on Feb. 26, 1986. She and her husband operated the family farm together in Dundee Township from the 1940s until retiring in the 1970s and moved to Britton. Her survivors include one son, Raymond (Cathy) Litwin of Dundee; two daughters, Marlene Thorpe of Rockville, Md., and Paulette (Keith) Butts of Ocala, Fla.; one sister, Lorraine Kurimchak of Philadelphia, Pa.; four grandchildren, Lorraine, Cheleste, Aaron and Christ; and four great-grandchildren, Tessa, Michael, Bryan and Ryan. Friends may call on from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday at Cover Funeral Home, 297 Tecumseh St., Dundee (734-529-3156). Her funeral will be held at the funeral home at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010. Officiating will be the Rev. Douglas Olsen, pastor of the Dundee United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery in Dundee. Memorials  may be made to Breast Cancer Research at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor.


 


 

Josephine Dorothy Litwin Feb. 9, 1919-Jan. 19, 2010

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:26 AM 

Josephine Dorothy Litwin, age 90 of Britton and formerly of Dundee, died at 9:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at the Lynwood Manor in Adrian. 


 


 

Josephine Litwin Jan. 19, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:31 AM 

Josephine Litwin, 90, of Britton, formerly of Dundee, died Tuesday at Lynwood Manor Nursing Home, Adrian. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee.


 


 

Joy Lee Ferguson

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:55 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joy Lee Ferguson, age 70, of Cement City passed away on Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at her home. She was born on Feb. 28, 1939, in Milford, Iowa to Elmer B. and Gretchen L. (Bates) Van der Aarde. She married Robert E. Ferguson on Nov. 5, 1997, in Somerset. He survives. Joy was raised in Spencer, Iowa, where she attended Spencer High School. In 1973, she married Larry Schlicht. They resided in Sac City, Iowa, where Joy worked as a controller for Noble Manufacturing, a division of Lear Siegler. They later moved to Minnesota where Joy sold toy farm equipment. She invented tire chains for toy tractors, forming her own company, Craftsmanship Unlimited. It is the only known company of its kind. All her life, Joy loved to cook. Coming from a family of diabetics, she was a strong advocate for diabetes detection. It was natural then, that she created the diabetic cookbook, Living with Diabetes, for the Interlake Lions Club, where she was an active member. The book was well received and went on to be the only known diabetic cookbook to be published in Braille. It is registered with the Library of Congress. Joy enjoyed knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, and genealogy. Joy was a regular vendor at area flea markets where she and Robert sold baked goods, handcrafted items, and old records. She was a member of the Somerset Congregational Church. Surviving Joy are four sons, Timothy Schlicht of Van Nuys, Calif., Shane Schlicht of Sac City, Iowa, Kevin (Evelyn) Ferguson of Cement City; David (Wendie) Ferguson of Bentonville, Ark., one daughter, Christine (David) Knox of Pittsford; six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother. Visitation will be held from 10 – 11 a.m. Saturday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. The family has suggested donations go to Hillsdale County Senior Services or the Somerset Congregational Church.


 


 

Judith A. Maitland

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM 

Judith A. Maitland Judith A. Maitland, age 60, of Roseville, passed away January 17, 2010, at home with her husband Ron at her side after a 16-month struggle with cancer. Loving mother of Louise and Derek Czap. Stepmother to Tammy and David. Cherished grandmother of two granddaughters and one great-grandson. Dear sister of Sandi (Vic), Larry, Linda (Larry), Tommy (Ann), and David (Tammy). Predeceased in death by her brother, Billy. Memorial 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Buehler Funeral Home , 26429 Gratiot, Roseville. Eulogy at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family are appreciated.


 


 

Judy Hammond

Monday, January 18, 2010 11:21 AM

Judy Hammond, 66, of Midland, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. 


 


 

June A. Graham

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 1:10 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

June A. Graham, 85, of Topinabee, died Monday, Jan. 11, 2010 at the Hospice House in Cheboygan. Visitation will be held at Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2009. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2009. Pastor Jeff Dinner will officiate. A luncheon will follow at the Topinabee Community Church. Interment will be at the Burt Mullett Cemetery in Topinabee. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune.


 


 

KENNETH L. QUALLS

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

QUALLS, KENNETH L.; age 89; of Auburn Hills, formerly of Belleville, Livonia and Houghton Lake; born August 10, 1920, in Enfield, IL; and died January 20, 2010, in Troy. 


 


 

KONRAD STAUCH

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

STAUCH, KONRAD; a resident of Milford and former resident of Southfield and Farmington Hills; passed from this life in the care of his family on January 20, 2010, after a valiant battle with cancer.


 


 

Karen Kay Reynolds Sept. 21, 1946-Jan. 12, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:30 AM

Karen Kay Reynolds died on Tuesday the 12th at her home after a lengthy battle with colon cancer. 


 


 

Katherine Lytle, 65

Thursday, January 21, 2010 9:16 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Katherine Martha Lytle, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.   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.


 


 

Kathleen E. "Kathy" Haller

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 12:15 PM 

Kathleen E. "Kathy" Haller, 59, of Pinconning, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at Bay Regional Medical Center. The daughter of the late Edward J. and Lois M. (Heitzig) Sullivan was born in Bay City on April 30, 1950. Kathy had been employed with MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland, retiring in 1995 after 27 years of service. She treasured her time with her dogs and devoted herself to building and restoring several area homes. In addition to her passions for creating a beautiful home and garden, Kathy enjoyed classic films and a good book. On Dec. 9, 1994, Kathy married Eugene Haller in Bay City.


 


 

Kenneth Gilford Hawkins

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:59 AM 

March 8, 1934-Jan. 16, 2010 Kenneth Gilford Hawkins, 75, of Midland, died Saturday, January 16, 2010 at his home. 


 


 

Kenneth Hawkins

Monday, January 18, 2010 11:22 AM 

Kenneth Hawkins, 75, of Midland, died Saturday afternoon Jan. 16, 2010, at his home. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Ware-Smith- Woolever Funeral Directors.


 


 

Kenneth L. Bentley

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:59 AM 

Kenneth L. Bentley, age 57 of Sumner, died today, January 21, 2010 at his home. Arrangements are pending at Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca.


 


 

Kenneth Lee Bently *

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Kevin A. LaHaie

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 1:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kevin A. LaHaie, 34, Cheboygan, passed away Sunday, Jan.10, 2010. There will be no visitation. The funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010 at St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church, with the Rev. Paul Megge officiating. Burial will take place in the spring at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune.


 


 

Kristi A. 'Crickett' Keller

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Kristi A. “Crickett” Keller, age 53, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, atBixby Medical Center, surrounded by herloving family. She was born Oct. 16, 1956,in Adrian, Mich., the daughter of Howard and Marjorie (Alcock) Keller. Kristi was active with Special Olympics and enjoyed taking part at the Hope Community Connections. Kristi is survived by her parents, a sister, Karen Lambka of Sand Creek; two brothers, Kevin (Deb) Keller of Jasper and Kerry (Connie) Keller of Sand Creek; five nieces, Karah Lambka and Courtney Keller of Sand Creek, Amy (Justin) Voorhees of Napierville, Ill., Amanda Keller of Grand Rapids and Andrea Keller of Cleveland, Tenn.; three nephews, Kelby and Kody Lambka and Kyle Keller of Sand Creek.  She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Mabel Keller and William and Lavern Alcock. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Bruce Jewett officiating. Burial will follow in Weston Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorials may be made to the Fairfield Township Fire Department. Condolences may be sent online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

LARRY H. BADGER

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

BADGER, LARRY H.; a lifelong resident of Waterford; December 17, 2009; age 65. 


 


 

LEE DANIEL HODGE

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

HODGE, LEE DANIEL; age 35; February 6, 1974; to November 29, 2009. 


 


 

LINDA L. THORNTON

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

THORNTON, LINDA L.; 61, of Kingston; died Tuesday, January 19, 2010 in St. Joseph Hospital, Pontiac. 


 


 

LOIS PHELPS

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

PHELPS, LOIS; age 82; of Lapeer; entered the gates of Heaven on January 20, 2010.


 


 

LUCILLE M. MOORE

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

MOORE, LUCILLE M.; age 89; of Rochester Hills; died January 20, 2010. 


 


 

Larry J. "Bear" Roelens

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Lawrence Thomas "Larry" Ramia

Sunday, January 17, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Lee W. Maxwell

• Lee W. Maxwell, 69, of Mt. Sinai, N.Y., formerly of Ludington, died Dec. 24, 2009....


 


 

Lenora J. VanderSlik, 60

Thursday, January 21, 2010 8:45 AM 

Lenora J. VanderSlik, 60, of Ellsworth, died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey.


 


 

Leona Hallman

Monday, January 18, 2010 6:39 AM 

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Leonard Martinek

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Leonard R. Martinek

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 6:35 AM 

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Lila Hartman

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Lillian Anna Mae Jones

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:43 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lillian Anna Mae Jones, 77, of Jonesville, passed away Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center.  She was born Dec. 1, 1932, in Jonesville to Lonnie Llewellyn and Ruth (Smith) Potts.  She was married June 22, 1952, to Paul Jones and he survives. Mrs. Jones was a member of the Jonesville Presbyterian Church.  A graduate of Jonesville High School.  She was a lifelong resident of the Jonesville area. Surviving besides her husband Paul are two daughters, Alicia (Louis) Lessard of East Lansing and Corinne (Glenn) Watson of Trevor, Wisconsin; six grandchildren, Adrienne (Anthony) Miller, Ashleigh Lessard, Alexis (James) Lessard-Templin, Paul Louis Lessard, Derek Watson and Colin Watson; two great-grandchildren, Addison & Hendrick Miller; and a sister, Helen (Floyd) Bordner of Jonesville. Memorial services for Mrs. Jones will be Monday  at 11 a.m., at the Jonesville Presbyterian Church with Pastor Gary Oliver officiating.  Private family interment will take place at Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville.  Arrangements are entrusted to the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Jonesville Presbyterian Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

Lorna Stout

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM 

Lorna Stout Lorna Stout, age 62, of Center Line, went home to be with the Lord January 18, 2010. Cremation has taken place as to her wishes. Visitation Saturday, January 23, 10 a.m. until funeral service at noon at Trinity Lutheran Church, 8150 Chapp, Warren. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated in Lorna's name to the church.


 


 

Lorraine S. Ashe

Friday, January 22, 2010 1:33 AM 

SUN CITY, Ariz. -- Lorraine S. Ashe, a native of Bessemer, Mich., passed away Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at Hospice of the Valley in Peoria, Ariz., after a brief illness.


 


 

Louise Poupard Feb. 2, 1930-Jan. 19, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:30 AM 

Louise Poupard, age 79, of Monroe, died 5:18 a.m. Tuesday in her home. She had been seriously ill for three months. 


 


 

Lucille M. Pilon

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 2:15 AM 

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Lucille M. Pilon, 88, of Marinette, passed away on Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, in Green Bay. 


 


 

Lucy Helen Robinson *

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Lyle Lucas

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 12:35 PM

Lyle Lucas, 78 of Midland, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, at his home. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith- Woolever Funeral Directors. 


 


 

Malcolm Edward McCallum

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Marian Voelker

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Mark L. Shaw, 52

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 9:00 AM 

Mark L. Shaw, 52, of East Jordan, died Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. 


 


 

Martha "Marty" E. Schlosser

Martha "Marty" E. Schlosser, 94, of Gladwin, passed away after a long illness, on Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.


 


 

Mary A. Mattison

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Mary Ellen Pulaski, 68,

Thursday, January 14, 2010 10:20 AM 

Mary Ellen Pulaski, 68, of Petoskey, passed away at home on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010. 


 


 

Mary Theisman

Friday, January 22, 2010 2:45 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Theisman, 103, passed way Thursday afternoon, Jan. 21, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis, Arrangements will be announced by the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel of Sturgis.  


 


 

Masako Rice

Thursday, January 21, 2010 1:15 PM 

A memorial service celebrating the life of Masako Rice (1931-2009) will be held at Pi's Restaurant on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010, at 1 p.m. All are welcome. 


 


 

Maureen Mae (Wenglikowski) LeVasseur

Maureen Mae (Wenglikowski) LeVasseur, age 70, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010 at her home surrounded by her family and loved ones after a long fight with lung cancer. 


 


 

Mike 'Mac' Yorks, 50

Tuesday, January 12, 2010 11:20 AM 

Mike "Mac" Yorks, 50, died Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, at his home in Mancelona.


 


 

Mike J. Osak

Sunday, January 17, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Mike M. Stojic

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NoraLee Wilton

Monday, January 18, 2010 10:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

NoraLee Wilton, 81, of Onaway, died on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2101 at her home in Onaway.  Funeral arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.   


 


 

Norah M. Noel

Friday, January 8, 2010 8:27 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Norah M. Noel, 94, Levering passed away Friday, Jan. 8, 2010 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010 from 2-4 p.m. at the Nordman Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Monday, Jan. 11, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Bliss Missionary Church, with additional visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. The Rev. Dr. Curtis Alexander will officiate, and burial will take place in the spring at Bliss Township Cemetery. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune.


 


 

Norma A. Brown

Friday, January 22, 2010 2:42 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Norma Ann Brown, age 55, of Sturgis, died Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo.  She was born in Three Rivers on Dec. 24, 1954, the daughter of Richard and Betty (Lytle) Brown and was a lifetime resident of St. Joseph County.  Norma graduated from Mendon High School with the Class of 1973.  For several years she worked in home health care, and was later a secretary for the Three Rivers Merchant’s Association, now known as the DDA.  She was a collector of rabbit dolls, toys, and figurines. Norma is survived by a son, Kevin Brown (Shianne) of Three Rivers; her father, Richard Brown of Centreville;  two brothers, Rick Brown, Jr. (Lynn) of Constantine and Randy Brown (Lou Ann) of Sturgis;  five nieces and nephews; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Brown in November of 2000. The family will receive friends from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the Eickhoff, Farrand, Halverson Chapel of Three Rivers.  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 25, 2010 at the funeral home with Pastor Randy Evans of the New Beginnings Church officiating.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.  Memorials will be directed to the American Diabetes Association.  An online register is available at www.efhchapel.com.


 


 

Norma Mae Lemmen *

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Olga Margitic

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM 

Olga Margitic Olga Margitic, age 93. January 21, 2010. Beloved mother of Slava (Dasha) and Miki (Susan). Also remembered by her grandchildren, Sasha and Tanya. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. at 


 


 

Olive K. Commarford Oct. 18, 1917-Jan. 18, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:31 AM 

Olive K. Commarford, age 92, of Flat Rock, died on January 18, 2010 in Monroe, Michigan. Friends may visit in the Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel on Thursday, January 21, 2010 from 1 to 9 p.m.


 


 

Oliver James Reau

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:15 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Oliver James Reau, age 84, of Dundee died Jan. 15, 2010, in Sebring, Fla. Oliver married Cecelia Mens in April 1945, and worked at Tecumseh Products for 40 years, retiring in 1985. He will lie in state at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Deerfield, on Friday, Jan. 22, from 10 a.m. until the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation is from 1 to 9 p.m. today at Capaul Funeral Home in Ida. Memorial contributions for Mr. Reau may be made to St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Deerfield. Online condolences may be sent to www.capaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Oliver James Reau Feb. 25, 1925-Jan. 15, 2010

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:26 AM 

Oliver James Reau, 84 yrs., of Dundee, MI, died January 15, 2010, in Sebring, FL. 


 


 

Oliver James Reau Jan. 15, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:29 AM

Oliver James Reau, 84, of Dundee died Friday at Florida Hospital, Sebring, Fla. Arrangements by Capaul Funeral Home, Ida. Visitation is pending for Thursday. 


 


 

Other deaths

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM 

Other deaths Richard A. Robertson, 48, of Roseville, Kaul Funeral Home, Roseville Marie Newson, 94, Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, Mount Clemens Scott David Brown, 38, of Chesterfield, Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, Utica Helen Main, 90, formerly of Clinton Township, Hauss Funeral Home, Macomb Township


 


 

PHILIP ARTHUR ZORTZ

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

ZORTZ, PHILIP ARTHUR; age 69; of Rochester Hills, January 18, 2010. 


 


 

Patricia A. Berry *

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Patricia L. Rutowski

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Patricia Mary Elder

Monday, January 18, 2010 6:06 PM 

Mrs. Patricia Mary Elder, 55, of Gaylord died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010. 


 


 

Patricia Mary Elder, 55

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 10:20 AM 

Patricia Mary Elder, 55, of Gaylord, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010. 


 


 

Paul J. Ossanna

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 1:19 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Paul J. Ossanna, 49, of Bessemer, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, in Ironwood. 


 


 

Peggy Videssa Peplinski

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Phillip M. Graser Sr.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 2:23 AM 

MERCER, Wis. -- Phillip M. Graser Sr., 67, of Mercer, passed away Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, at home, with his family by his side.


 


 

ROBERT H. LOSH

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:08 AM 

LOSH, ROBERT H.; age 87; of Davisburg; died Tuesday, January 19, 2010. 


 


 

Ralph Allen Parmelee *

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Remi Wylin

Sunday, January 17, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Rev. William A. Bowen

Thursday, January 21, 2010 2:31 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Rev. William Aiken Bowen, 84, of Monroe, died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010 at his home. He had been in poor health since 2000 and seriously ill for five months. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. today at the Rupp Funeral Home, Inc. A memorial service will be on Friday at 10 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Monroe. Rev. Nancy Carle pastor of the church will officiate and Rev. James Jacobs will assist. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, Sturgis. Born June 7, 1925, in Royal Oak; he was the son of William and Ruth (Aiken) Bowen. He married Roberta K. Brumbaugh on Aug. 31, 1970, at First Presbyterian Church in Sturgis. Rev. Bowen was a graduate of Royal Oak High School, Alma College and McCormick Theological Seminary. He served in the United States Navy from July 1, 1943 to Nov. 15, 1945. A former member of Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club, Alma College Representative to the Maumee Valley Presbytery, Council of Churches, Maumee Valley Presbytery and a volunteer with Mercy Memorial Hospice. He served as pastor at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, Milwaukee, First Presbyterian Church, Loveland, Ohio, Walnut Hills First Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, (where he also taught New Testament Literature at University of Cincinnati), First Presbyterian Church, Hamilton, Ohio, First Presbyterian Church, Sturgis, St. Thomas Community Presbyterian Church, Utica, Mich., First Presbyterian Church, Omro, Wisc., and First Presbyterian Church Monroe from which he retired in 1991. Surviving are his wife, Roberta; children, Kathleen Bowen of Riverside, Calif., David Bowen of Phoenix, Amy (Stephen) Pace, of Monroe, Phillip (Tammy) Bowen of Toledo, Emily (Bryan) Sears of Baltimore; grandchildren, Andrew Bowen, Jarod Bowen, Rachel Pace, Rebecca Pace and William Sears. He is preceded in death by his parents; a son, Richard; brother, Ronald; and sister, Betty. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Monroe County Humane Society, Mercy Memorial Hospice or First Presbyterian Church of Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to www.ruppfuneralhomeinc.com.  


 


 

Rev. William Aiken Bowen June 7, 1925 -Jan. 19, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:33 AM 

Rev. William Aiken Bowen, 84, of Monroe died at 1:22 a.m. Tuesday in his home. He had been in poor health since 2000 and seriously ill for five months.


 


 

Richard Allen Zavitz

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM

Richard Allen Zavitz Richard Allen Zavitz, age 79, a resident of Chesterfield Township for five years, and formerly a longtime resident of Macomb Township, died January 19, 2010. Richard proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was employed by Chrysler Corporation. He loved to camp and liked to repair and tinker with cars. He was a loyal member of his church and loved his family. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Elizabeth. Father of Linda Zavitz and Kimberly (Andy) Micham; grandsons, Harold Andrew Love III and Richard Johnathon Love. A Memorial Service will be held at 12 noon at the Bethany Church of God, 11600 Clinton River Road, Sterling Heights on Saturday, January 23, 2010. Contributions may be sent to the church. Arrangements by the


 


 

Richard W. Mattis

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 10:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Richard W. Mattis, also known as “Nip” and “Dick,” age 87, passed away Jan. 17, 2010. Richard was born March 21, 1922, in Tipton, Mich., the son of Howard and Elizabeth (Soper) Mattis. On Nov. 10, 1945, he married Doris Rieve. She preceded him in death Oct. 29, 2006. A lifelong resident of Birdsall and Sand Lake, he commuted to the Palmetto, Fla., area for winters in retirement. He was an Adrian High School graduate and served his country in the Army Air Force during World War II.  Richard loved to play golf, cards and fish, as well as fix up and tinker. He was an artist and Master at whittling many intricate figures, and taught new whittlers the “trade.” Richard is survived by his sons, Larry (Rae Lynne) Mattis of Lillburn, Ga., and Dale (Barbara) Mattis of Huntington Beach, Calif.;  daughter, Laura Mattis of Onsted, Mich.; daughter-in-law, Jeanne Mattis of Marshall; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dennis, and wife, Doris. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, 2010, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Russell Rieve officiating. Burial will follow in Franklin Cemetery, Tipton. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. In lieu of flowers, the children have asked that contributions be made to a charily of your choice in Richard’s name. Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Robert "Bio Bob" Collins

Sunday, January 17, 2010 6:37 AM

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Robert Bennett

Thursday, January 21, 2010 1:15 PM 

Robert Bennett, 89, of Midland, died Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors. 


 


 

Robert F. Myers

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:48 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert F. Myers, 82, of Waldron passed away early Saturday morning, Jan. 16, 2010, at Fairlawn Haven in Archbold, Ohio. He was born Feb. 1, 1927, to the late Floyd F. and Huldah (Basinger) Myers. Robert married Joyce Gottschalk on July 14, 1951, in Angola, Ind., and she survives. Robert was a lifelong farmer and a past laborer and member of the Lauber Hill Reformed Mennonite Church since 1955. He will be sadly missed by his wife, children, and grandchildren, whom he dearly loved. Surviving Robert besides his wife, Joyce, are two sons, Dave (Viki) Myers and Steve (Darlene) Myers all of Waldron; one brother, Oakley Myers of Waldron; six grandchildren, Rob, Jen, Andy, Adam, Shelby, and Sean; and seven great-grandchildren, Brody, Paige, Brianna, Dakota, Christian, Ryan, and Autumn. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Rolland, Darrell, and Francis; and a sister-in-law, Marian Myers. A funeral service for Robert Myers will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Lauber Hill Reformed Mennonite Church in rural Archbold with James Basinger and Mark Bankert officiating.  Interment will follow at Lauber Hill Cemetery.  The family will receive friends for visitation at the Eagle Funeral Home-Barrett Chapel in Fayette on Monday from 5-8 p.m., and Tuesday from 1-3 and 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the Lauber Hill Reformed Mennonite Church. Family and friends can view Robert’s obituary and send condolences to his family online at www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Robert G. Waffle

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:49 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert G. Waffle, 79, of Burlington, died Jan. 15, 2010. in Battle Creek. He was born Nov. 17, 1930 in Tekonsha to Ernest L. and Dorothy (Aldrich) Waffle. He lived and farmed in the Tekonsha area all his life. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict in a military police unit. He  served as a trustee and board member of the Tekonsha Township Board of Review and Zoning Board for several years and was a member of the Tekonsha Historical Society. He is survived by a special friend Glenna McCreery; his children and stepchildren, Kathy (Russ) Shamplo of Pittsford, Sid Waffle of Battle Creek, Marie (Thom) Hood of Battle Creek, Julie (Robert) Sizemore of Burlington, Pamela (Steve) Citowitz of Indianapolis, and Patricia (Doug) Howard of London, Ky.; many grandchildren and great grandchildren, a brother Ernie (Billie) Waffle and sisters Doris King and Vicki Enright, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Richard and Carl (Spark) Waffle and a stepson Walt Waffle. Bob raised Limousin cattle and belonged to the Michigan Limousin Assoc. and the North American Limousin Foundation. He was a former Grand Marshall of the Memorial Day Parade, was very active in community affairs, enjoyed hunting for many years with the Cliff Doolittle family in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and watching his grandchildren participate in 4-H activities. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Putnam’s of Tekonsha. Services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. from the Union Church United Church of Christ with one hour of visitation prior to the service. Mr. Reid Waffle and Pastor Barbara Pryor will officiate with burial in the Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tekonsha Historical Society. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com 


 


 

Robert P. Mero

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:11 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert P. Mero, age 82, of Hudson passed away Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, at his home. He was born June 20, 1927, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, to Ean and Mary (Ridky) Mero. On Sept. 14, 1957, he married Helen Young in Livonia, Mich., and she survives. He was employed by Awrey Bakeries until his retirement in June 1984. He was a member of the Morenci Bible Fellowship, where he served on the Board of Deacons. He raised fancy show pigeons and was a member of several pigeon clubs. He enjoyed hunting and he loved and enjoyed spending time with his family and his church family. In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by two sons, Dale (Rita) Mero of Marlette, Mich., and Steven Mero of Grand Rapids, Minn.; two daughters, Deb (Andrew) Morse of Berkley, Mich., and Lori (Randy) Tate of Jackson, Mich.; 10 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; an adopted son, Bill Sleeper of Warren, Mich. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Thomas, Austin and Raymond. Funeral services for Bob will be held on Friday, Jan. 22, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. James Yatzek officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Laban Ministries International, P.O. Box 251, Taylor, MI 48180. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.


 


 

Robert Warren "Bob" Gillett II

Thursday, January 14, 2010 6:46 AM

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Rodney Harrison Saylor *

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Ronald W. Marotzke

Saturday, January 16, 2010 6:24 AM 

Ronald W. Marotzke, 76, of Freeland, passed away Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at his home after a lengthy illness. 


 


 

Rosalie Fitzpatrick, 71

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 8:15 AM 

Rosalie Fitzpatrick, 71, of Melrose Township, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Jan. 19, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. 


 


 

Ruby E. Bok

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruby E. Bok, 90, of Camden, passed away Saturday at Tendercare Health Center in Adrian. Funeral arrangements are pending at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. 


 


 

Ruth A. Waterman

• Ruth A. Waterman, 90, of Ludington, died today, Jan. 19. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

Ruth E. Pitts

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 6:50 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruth E. Pitts, 86, of Coldwater, died on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, just three days after the passing of her husband, Raymond E. Pitts. A private family service will be held today. Arrangements are being cared for by the Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Interment of ashes will be at Oak Grove Cemetery.


 


 

Ruth Geraldine Cosier, 89

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 9:35 AM 

Ruth Geraldine Cosier, 89, of Boyne City, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, at Spectrum Health Hospital in Grand Rapids.


 


 

Ruth Helene Stahl March 20, 1927-Jan. 18, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:31 AM 

Ruth Helene Stahl, 82 yrs, of Monroe, died Monday evening at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg. 


 


 

SALLY K. STOKES

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

STOKES, SALLY K.; of Waterford; died January 19, 2010; at 51 years of age.


 


 

Saginaw County death notice

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 12:15 PM 

Beatrice M. Rivera, 81, of Saginaw, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010. at her home with her family by her side. Deisler Funeral Home.


 


 

Sandra Rybicki

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Sanford Young Carson

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 6:35 AM 

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Sharon I. Kinnunen

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 2:21 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Sharon I. Kinnunen, 71, of 11550 N. County Road C, Hurley, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, in Hurley, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. 


 


 

Sharron M. Hintz

Sunday, January 17, 2010 6:37 AM

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Sheryl Lynn Pawlak

Friday, January 15, 2010 8:40 AM 

Very early on New Years Day 2010, Sheryl went to be with her Lord. 


 


 

Shirley B. Houttekier

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:16 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Shirley B. Houttekier, age 90, of Jasper passed away Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, at Bixby Medical Center, surrounded by her loved ones. Shirley was born Dec. 25, 1919, in Adrian, the daughter of Merle and Gertrude (Hagen) Bailey. She graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1937. On Jan. 14, 1939, Shirley married George Houttekier in Angola, Ind. George and Shirley celebrated 45 years of marriage prior to his death in 1983. Shirley worked as a nurse’s aide at Hawley’s Nursing Home and Dusseau’s Nursing Home in Morenci where she retired in 1978. She was a faithful member of the Adrian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Shirley truly loved being a caregiver, a homemaker and a gardener. She was a great mother and a devoted grandmother who treasured time spent with her family. She was a favorite babysitter for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Shirley is survived by her children, Hilda (Jerry) Cool of Jasper, Dwight (Patricia) Houttekier of Morenci and Morris (Bonnie Pizio) Houttekier of Tecumseh; 17 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Paul Houttekier; brother, Stanley Bailey; sister, Frederika Bailey in infancy; grandson, Richard Paul Jones; daughter-in-law, Carol Urbancik; and grandson-in-law, Jeffrey Jones. The funeral service for Shirley will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010, at Wagley Funeral Home with Floyd Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Palmyra Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at the funeral home on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. You may also send condolences to Shirley’s family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Sidney Tomasiewicz

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Smyth, Betty Joan

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Stephen J. Fiers

Monday, January 18, 2010 11:22 AM 

Stephen J. Fiers, 26, of Midland, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, at his home. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Directors.


 


 

Stephen Joel Fiers

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 12:35 PM 

Stephen Joel Fiers, 26, of Midland, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, at his home. 


 


 

Susan C. Seiler

Thursday, January 21, 2010 12:09 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Susan C. Seiler, 70, of Mesa, Ariz. and formerly of Coldwater, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010 with her children by her side after a short but strong fight with cancer. Susan was born on June 17, 1939 in Camden to Muriel (Dexter)Collins and Donald Collins. Susan was a lifelong resident of Coldwater until 1993 when she moved to Mesa, Ariz., where she lived out her remaining years. Susan had many jobs while in Coldwater, but loved her job the most at Pizza Hut delivering pizzas. Susan loved to go to the beach with her children and loved to lay in the warm sun and read. She also loved to drive and listen to music and she loved to listen to the Detroit Tigers on the radio. Susan loved to go with friends to the Redwood Lounge and dance. She loved to knit and do latch hook in her spare time and read newspapers and magazines. Susan was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother that will be missed severely by her family. Susan left behind brother Larry and wife Louise Collins of Coldwater and sister Mary and husband Wayne Chandler of Illinois, daughter Donna (Seiler) Smyers of Arizona, son John and wife Sherri Seiler of Arizona, son Scott Seiler of Arizona, son Nick and wife Becky Seiler of Coldwater, grandchildren Travis, Trevor, Troy, Taylor, Gabrielle, Greg, Zach, Alex, Debbie and husband Steven Randolph, and great grandchildren Anastasia, Evangeline and Luke Randolph. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services for Susan will be held at Coldwater Community of Christ, 186 W. State, Coldwater, on Saturday, Jan. 23 at 2 p.m.


 


 

Susan K. Fitzgerald Beck

Thursday, January 21, 2010 12:43 AM 

PARK RIDGE, Ill. -- Susan K. Fitzgerald Beck, of Palatine, died on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, in Park Ridge. 


 


 

Swartzle, Paul "Larry"

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THERESE PERZYK

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

PERZYK, THERESE; age 54; of Rochester Hills; died January 15, 2010. Beloved daughter of the late James and the late Lucille Perzyk; dear companion of Don Wilson. Funeral Mass from St. Fatima Catholic Church, 13500 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park (East of Coolidge Highway) Tuesday, 10 a.m. Friends may visit at the church 9:30 a.m. until time of service. For more information please call Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Walled Lake at 248-624-2251. Condolences at www.LynchFAMILYFuneralDirectors.com


 


 

THOMAS M. STESNEY

Friday, January 22, 2010 5:54 AM 

STESNEY, THOMAS M.; of Clarkston, formerly of Royal Oak; January 10, 2010; age 61. 


 


 

Theresa A. LeBeau

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:24 AM 

Theresa A. LeBeau Theresa A. LeBeau, age 39, of Casco Township, died January 16, 2010. Born August 15, 1970, in Mount Clemens. She is survived by her mother, Judith Bradshaw; children, Terreance, Dontrell, Lateashia, JoJo, Titianna and Daven; siblings, Rebecca Rodriguez and Melissa Bradshaw; her grandmother, Julia LeBeau; sister-in-law Laura Le-Beau and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Frank LeBeau; brother, William LeBeau; and grandparents, Frank LeBeau, and Joseph and Elizabeth Frydel. Funeral Sunday, January 24, 2010, at 2 p.m. at St. James United Church of Christ, 9008 Meisner Road, Casco. Officiated by Rev. Kenneth Gadd. Arrangements by


 


 

Thomas (Tom) Gannon Jr. Feb. 21, 1934-Jan. 19, 2010

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:27 AM 

Thomas (Tom) Gannon, Jr. age 75, of Temperance, MI passed away in his home on Tuesday, January 19, 2010, after a prolonged battle with Parkinson?s disease. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. 


 


 

Thomas Gannon Jan. 19, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:34 AM 

Thomas Gannon, 75, of Temperance died Tuesday in his home. Arrangements by Michael W. Pawlak Funeral Home, Temperance. 


 


 

Thomas W. Newton *

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Ula L. Gustke

Thursday, January 14, 2010 6:46 AM 

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Verna L. Luttrell

Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Verna L. Luttrell Jan. 15, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:29 AM 

Verna L. Luttrell, 83, of Ottawa Lake, MI, passed away Friday, January 15, 2010, at the Marwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Port Huron, MI. 


 


 

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Virginia Decker

Friday, January 22, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Virginia Lee Turnwald

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Virginia Lee Turnwald, 78, of Sarasota, Fla., died Jan. 18, 2010. Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Chuck; children, Thomas Turnwald of Bradenton Fla., Michael Turnwald of Southlake, Texas, Ann Turnwald Forrister of Adrian, Mich., David Turnwald of Allen Park Mich., and Carol Turnwald Grant of Myakka City, Fla.; a sister, Martha Boitos of Livonia, Mich.; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was born in Dearborn, Mich., was a graduate of Siena Heights University in Adrian and worked as a learning disabled teacher in Sarasota at the Church of the Incarnation, Gulf Gate and Wilkinson Schools.  A memorial mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Sarasota. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be accepted by St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2506 Gulf Gate Drive, Sarasota, FL 34231.


 


 

Walker, Bonnie J. *

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Wendy D. Weiss Nov. 29, 1953-Jan. 19, 2010

Thursday, January 21, 2010 10:27 AM 

Wendy D. Weiss, age 56 of Monroe, died January 19, 2010. 


 


 

William F. Spinner, 68

Friday, January 15, 2010 8:50 AM 

William F. Spinner, 68, of Boyne City, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital of a pulmonary embolus.


 


 

William H. White

Thursday, January 21, 2010 2:32 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William H. White, age 88, of Marion, Mich., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, in the company of his family while at his daughters home in Fremont, Ind.  He was born in Sturgis on June 21, 1921, a son of John Alexander and Elizabeth Ann (Frain) White. William served his country in the U.S. Army.  On May 7, 1944 he married Emma P. Bupp in Sturgis, she preceded him in death on July 25, 2003.  William worked as a truck driver at Copeland Refrigeration in Sydney, Ohio, retiring in 1980. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, and living life to its fullest. Surviving William are his daughters, Carol (Larry) Crapo of Constantine, Linda (Don) Hostetler of Sturgis, Lana (Louie) Lee of Fremont, Ind., Cathy (Gale) Daniels of Sturgis,  Penny  White of Vicksburg, Connie (Bill) McDaniel of Constantine, Bonnie Stump of Constantine; and sons  Dick (BJ) White of White Pigeon, DW (Dolores) White of Burr Oak, and Dale White of Sturgis. Also surviving are his 41 grandchildren; 63 great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three sisters, Katherine Nichols, Viola (White) Lucille Dunkle; three brothers, Walter White, Louis White and Charles White; daughter-in-law, Alberta White; grandson, David Keith Crapo; and his beloved dog Fluffer. Relatives and friends will be received Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at  the Eley Funeral Home in Constantine where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday.  Interment will be in the Constantine Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to  St. Joseph County Relay for Life. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.  


 


 

William Howard Carlson *

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William Petrovish Jan. 19, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 11:32 AM

William Petrovish, 91, of Monroe, died Tuesday at his home. Arrangements by Cover Funeral Home, Dundee. 


 


 

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