Byron J. Clendening passed away Dec. 13, 2009. He was born April 29, 1916. Services were held Dec. 19, 2009 at First United Methodist Church of Mount Pleasant. |
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Charles Haas Charles Haas, age 102. Charles was a plumber at Packard Motor and Chrysler. Beloved father of Joan (William) Boesch, Carole (Earl Jones) McCabe, Gayle (Mark) Boyer; grandfather of Karen, Daniel, Brian, Laura, William, Michael, Dianne, Eric, Bryan and Vanessa; and great-grandfather of 12. He was predeceased by wife, Margaret; and children, Charles Jr., Robert, Patricia and Lynn (John) Tanghe. Charles was also predeceased by his second wife, Helen Watzke-Haas; and is survived by her children and grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 7 from 2-9 p.m. and Monday from 1-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores. Charles will lie instate Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope - St. Gertrude Campus, St Clair Shores. |
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Charles Joseph Chapman Charles Joseph Chapman, age 65, died February 4, 2010. Beloved husband of Judy. Dearest father of Donna (Bryan) Maddox, Cindy (Steve) Ford, and Mike (Jen). Dear grandfather of Kevin and Nicole. Brother of Jerry (Marcia). Visitation Tuesday 2-9 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township. Funeral Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory of Charles at www.kaulfuneralhome.com. |
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Christine Payton Barnes, 81, of Saginaw, was called home to be with the Lord and her late husband, James "Main Child" Barnes, on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, in Midland. |
Clara Caroline (Seltz) Peterson, age 89, of Midland, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010 at Stratford Village Nursing Home in Midland. |
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Delphine Dolores Rymut Delphine Dolores Rymut died on February 5, 2010. She enjoyed reading, quilting, gardening, knitting, and cross-stitching. She is survived by her brother, Edward T. (Mary Ann) Bozyk; and four children, daughter Ruth A. (Kirk) Kubichar, son Michael J. (Debra) Rymut, daughter Julie J. (Dennis) Morgan and son John R. (Regina) Rymut. Also survived by 16 grandchildren, Kris, Karen, Lisa, Blake, Cassie, Stacey, Krista, Jeremy, Lindsay, Stacy, Sarah, Noah, Ava, Kate, Pierce, and Emily; and five great-grandchildren, Hunter, Austin, Ethan, Skylar and Peyton; as well as stepchildren Elizabeth and Thomas. She was married to John F. Rymut and Mike T. Simmonds. She was predeceased by daughter, Linda M. (Chuck) Roff of Texas. She will be remembered fondly by all. Arrangements by the Cremation Society of Michigan, Detroit. |
• Donald J. Kushmaul, 90, of Reed City, died Wednesday, Feb. 3. Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Dorian M. Taylor Dorian M. Taylor (nee Grubba), age 56, died February 6, 2010. Beloved wife of Carl for 36 years. Loving mother of Rick (Michelle) and Josh. Proud and loving grandmother of AnnMarie Grace. Loving daughter of Virginia and the late Robert Grubba; and sister of Bob (Vivian), Jerry (Sue), and Matt (Lori) Grubba. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Vigil Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile. Instate Wednesday 10 a.m. until time of 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood (2 blocks E. of Rochester Road, S. of Tienken). Interment, Van Hoosen-Jones Stoney Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Gilda's Club preferred. Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com |
Sunday, February 7, 2010 3:44 AM |
Dorothy J. Hopcroft, 86, of Midland, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, married to Jack Hopcroft, passed away Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. |
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Edith Jane Middlemiss (Wertz), of Grand Rapids and formerly of Ford Lake, Fountain, died Saturday, Jan. 23.... |
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Ernie Lee Owens Sr. April 22, 1947-Feb. 5, 2010 Sunday, February 7, 2010 12:29 AM |
Ernie Lee Owens Sr., 62 years, a lifelong resident of Monroe, MI went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, February 5, 2010 at 10:59 PM. Ernie passed away unexpectedly in the emergency room at Mercy Memorial Hospital. |
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Eugene C. 'Red' Dunn Eugene C. "Red" Dunn, age 87, of Sterling Heights, died January 8, 2010. Husband of the late Elizabeth "Betty" for 49 years. He is survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial Mass 10 a.m., Saturday, February 13, 2010, at Our Lady of Loretto Church, at the intersection of Six Mile and Beech Daly roads in Redford Township. Inurnment at Resurrection Cemetery. |
Eugene H. (Gene) Arndt, of Rhodes, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010 at his home with his family by his side after a long courageous battle with cancer. |
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George Cyril Ozanich George Cyril Ozanich, age 87, died February 5, 2010, at St. John Hospital Detroit. He was born in Greenwood, Wisconsin on April 10, 1922. He was a U.S. Army WWII veteran. He is survived by his wife, Jenny (Haisan); daughter, Sandra Ozanich; and many loving nieces and nephews. George was predeceased by his siblings, Ann Spear, Josephine Olszewski, John Ozanich, Katherine Ozanich, Dorothy Rilly & Anthony Ozanich. Funeral Service Monday at 11 a.m. at Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Road, Eastpointe, Mich.; instate at 10 a.m. |
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Gertrude J. Rustoni Gertrude J. Rustoni, age 93 of Rochester Hills, died February 4, 2010. Loving wife of the late Harry. Dear mother of Durelle (Robert) Siwa and Dale (Sherry) Rustoni. Grandmother of Reinette (Brad), Alexander (Mary), and the late Suzanne. Great-grandmother of Katie and Michael. Sister of Raymond (Amelia) Cilwa. Also survived by her godson, Joe Rustoni. Gertrude loved to crochet. Funeral Mass Monday, February 8, 2009, 11 a.m., instate of 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood, Rochester. The family will receive friends Sunday 3-8 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Suggested memorials to the family for a future memorial. Online guestbook www.modetzfuneralhomes.com |
Grace K. Swiderski Dec. 21, 1921-Feb. 5, 2010 Sunday, February 7, 2010 12:29 AM |
Grace K. Swiderski, age 88 of Monroe, died 9:25 a.m. Friday February 5, 2010 at Fountainview of Monroe. She had been ill for two months. |
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Jacqueline M. Anderson Jacqueline M. Anderson (nee Schwartz), age 81, of Shelby Township, passed away February 1, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Dearest mother of Joseph (Shirley), Jon (Susan), and the late Constance. Loving grandma of six and great-grandma of one. Also survived by her trusted pet, Tipsy the dog. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at St. Kieran Catholic Church, 53600 Mound Road in Shelby Township. Arrangements have been entrusted to Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel. Visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com. |
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James Robert Huff James Robert Huff, age 81, of Warren, died February 4, 2010. He was a loving father and grandfather. A proud WWII Navy veteran, a member of the East Detroit American Legion #2612, VFW Bruce Post #1146, and the NRA. He retired from Uniroyal. He is survived by his children, Cynthia Kunkle, Kandis (Eric) Lennon, Thomas Kaleta; and 12 grandchildren. Also survived by many dear friends. A memorial will be held Friday, February 12 at 6 p.m. at DeCarlo's Banquet Center, 6015 E. 10 Mile Road, Warren. Arrangements by Rudy Funeral Home. |
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Janet Koechner, 90, Indian River, passed away Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010 at the Hospice House in Cheboygan. The Funeral Mass will be held at the Cross in the Woods Friday, Feb. 5, at 10 a.m., with a lunch to follow in the church family center. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Jean Ristagno Jean Ristagno, age 84, died February 4, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin. Loving mother of Stephen (Vicki), Richard, and Kimberely (Michael) Shroba. Proud grandmother of Christopher, Kate, and Eliza. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Road). Interment, White Chapel Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com |
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Jeannette Livingston Jeannette Livingston, age 98, of Royal Oak, died February 5, 2010 in Romeo. She was a member of Cross Lutheran Church for nearly 40 years. She treasured Detroit Tigers baseball and enjoyed bowling, euchre and pinochle. She will forever be remembered as the "M&M Grandma" who appreciated having her beers and a shot of Crown Royal and loved her family above all. Jeannette was born April 6, 1911 to Harrison and Margaret Langridge. Loving mother of Diane (Charles) Fouts, Myrna (the late William) Wood, Robert (Jan) Livingston, Janith Hopp and Norman (Rachel) Livingston. Cherished grandma of many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Harold Lenz; and her husband, Noble. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel in Shelby Township (48271 Van Dyke). Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. (instate 10:30 a.m.) at Cross Lutheran Church in Clinton Township (35851 Utica Road). Online condolences may be made at www.gramerfuneralhome.com. |
Joan Lee Kerner July 14, 1932-Feb. 3, 2010 Sunday, February 7, 2010 12:30 AM |
Joan Lee Kerner 77 years of Temperance, MI died Wednesday Feb. 3, 2010 in her home. |
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John Samuel Crook John Samuel Crook "Jack", age 89, of Harrison Township, passed away Saturday morning, February 6, 2010 in his home after a short battle with cancer. He was born on April 19, 1920 in Detroit, Michigan, a son of the late John Nelson and Pearl (Shearsmith) Crook. On February 22, 1945, he was united in marriage with Fay J. Phillips in Royal Oak, Michigan. The couple have lived at their present address since 1947. Jack served in the United States Coast Guard during World War II on the U.S.S. Leonard Wood and on the destroyer escort the U.S.S. Rickets. After the war, he acted as Lightkeeper at Harsen's Island Lighthouse for a number of years before his honorable discharge in 1947. Jack retired from a career as an electrical journeyman. For most of his electrical career, he worked for the Detroit Board of Education. He was a longtime member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local No. 58. Mr. Crook is survived by his wife of 65 years, Fay; and two daughters, Pamela (Patrick) Reid and Linda (James) Zillich; grandchildren, John David, James William and Kimberly Crook, Melissa Colangelo, Keri Ahrens, Jeffrey Steiber, Theodore, Gregory and Robert Zillich; and five great-grandchildren. Jack was predeceased by a son, John William Crook; and a granddaughter, Donna Crook. The visiting hours are on Monday from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot Avenue, Mount Clemens. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Scott Davis, Pastor of Zion United Church of Christ in Mount Clemens officiating. Burial will follow at Clinton Grove Memorial Park Cemetery in Clinton Township. Memorial contributions may be addressed to Hospice of Michigan, 400 Mack Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48201. |
Sunday, February 7, 2010 7:00 AM |
Johnnie Lee Adams Johnnie Lee Adams, age 87, of Holly, formerly of Pontiac and Mount Clemens, departed this life January 3, 2010. Daughter of the late Webb Miller and Annie McGlown. Mother of Robert (Yvonne) Thacker. Grandmother of Benita (Chee Chee) Brewer, Derrick (Tiffany) Thacker, Jewrell Wright, Ray Harrington, Candy (Byron) Marshall, Kristie (Maveric K) Bass, Toni Bryant and Cory Thacker. Great-grandmother of 20. Great-great-grandmother of nine. Sister of Jessie Thacker, Elton (Katie) McGlown and the late Lee Jr. McGlown, Bobbie Howell, and Juanita Harris; sister-in-law to Freddie Harris and Andre Howell. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and many other loving relatives and friends. Member of North Broadway Church of Christ. Mrs. Adams will lie in repose at Cobb's Funeral Home Tuesday, 12 Noon to 8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. at North Broadway Church of Christ, 260 North Broadway, Mount Clemens, MI 48043, Bro. James E. Thompson, Minister, officiating. Family will receive friends 10:30 a.m. until time of service. Burial at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Mich. |
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Joseph G. Elick, 85, Black Lake, passed away Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010 at his home. A Memorial Mass will be held Friday Feb. 5, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Onaway, with Father Arthur Duchnowicz officiating. Burial will be in Park Cemetery in Marquette. Read more HERE in Tuesday’s Tribune. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Josephine P. "Jo" Graham, 84, of Longyear Street, Bessemer, died Friday, Jan. 29, 2010, in Ironwood. |
Juanita W. Berbee July 17, 1925-Feb. 5, 2010 Saturday, February 6, 2010 11:24 PM |
Juanita W. Berbee, age 84 died Friday, February 05, 2010 at home with her loving family by her side. She was born July 17, 1925 in Miami, TX to Clarence and Bonnie (Brown) Williamson. On January 12, 1945 she married Leo M. |
Judith Kay (Holmes) Westcott-Murray Feb. 3, 2010 Saturday, February 6, 2010 12:59 AM |
Judith Kay (Holmes) Westcott-Murray, 68, of Luna Pier, MI, passed away Wednesday February 3, 2010, at the Ebeid Hospice Residence. |
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Judith Kay (Holmes) Westcott-Murray, 68, of Luna Pier, MI, passed away Wednesday February 3, 2010, at the Ebeid Hospice Residence. |
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Julia Jean (Niederstadt) Hanes Thursday, February 4, 2010 11:34 AM |
Julia Jean (Niederstadt) Hanes, formerly of Saginaw, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, at the age of 83 years. |
Keith R. 'Binder' VanderArk, 68 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 10:40 AM |
Keith R. "Binder" VanderArk, 68, of Ellsworth, died Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility. |
Monday, February 1, 2010 9:00 AM |
Keith VanderArk, 68, of Ellsworth, died Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. |
Tuesday, February 2, 2010 6:49 AM |
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Lavetta M. Jeup Lavetta M. (nee Markwood) Jeup, age 88, passed away January 26, 2010, in Spring Hill, Fla. She was born October 13, 1921, in Roseville, Mich. Memorial service Friday, February 12, 2010, 7 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 32300 Schoenherr, Warren. |
Thursday, February 4, 2010 8:45 AM |
Lawrance Sterly, 84, of Bear Creek Township, died Feb. 4, 2010, at his home. |
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He was a husband, a father, a farmer and our friend. |
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Mr. Leonard Nicholas “Nick” Schregardus, 87, died Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, at the Poppen Residence.   A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. today at Covenant Community Church, 134 E. Barney, Muskegon Heights, with the Rev. Makr Bush officiating.    Memorials may be made to Covenant Community or Harbor Hospice.    Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com. 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. |
Lillian Taylor March 11, 1926-Feb. 6, 2010 Saturday, February 6, 2010 11:24 PM |
Taylor, Lillian, age 83, of New Boston, February 6, 2010. Beloved wife of Cowie. Loving mother of Ronald Taylor, Michael Taylor, Robert (Sherry) Taylor and Kenrick (Jennifer) Taylor. |
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Lottie Burgess Lottie Burgess, age 95, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2010. Lottie is survived by her children, Glenn (Debra) Burgess and Diana (Gerald) Dressig; grandchildren, Timothy (Lillie) and Christopher (Kathy) Dressig; brothers, Grant Simpson and Lester (Shirley) Baker; and brother-in-law, Mickey Dumm. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Lehman Burgess. Visitation Monday, February 8 at 2 p.m. until the time of service 7:30 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot, Roseville. Friends may share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com. |
Thursday, February 4, 2010 8:40 AM |
Lucille Grace Causley, 18, of Harbor Springs and Colorado, died Jan. 30, 2010, in Colorado. |
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Lucille Grieger, 82, passed away Jan. 28, 2010, at the Jackson Odd Fellow & Rebekah Home. Cremation arrangements entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Lucille J. Dubas, age 89, of East Jordan, passed away on Feb. 2, 2010, at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. Born July 2, 1920, in Elmira, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine (Szczepaniak) Wojciechowski. |
Thursday, February 4, 2010 8:40 AM |
Lucille J. Dubas, age 89, of East Jordan, passed away on Feb. 2, 2010, at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. |
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Lucille J. Dubas, age 89, of East Jordan, passed away on Feb. 2, 2010, at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. |
Sunday, February 7, 2010 7:00 AM |
Luther Avera Luther "Wayne" Avera, area resident for 50 years, died February 6, 2010 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. He was born March 6, 1935 in Quitman, Mississippi. Mr. Avera was an air traffic controller at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, and had also worked as a base operations dispatcher. He was a member of the American Legion, and Cross Point Baptist Church. He was an avid hunter, loved the outdoors, loved spending time at his cabin up north with family, and lived his life to the fullest. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; children, Grace (Ernest) Allor, Julie (Brian) Quinn, Susan (Tony) Fortuna; grandchildren, April, Joe, Melissa, Ashley, Andrea, Lauren, Chelsea; great-grandchildren, Josh and Hailey; and siblings, Malyn (the late Robert Earl) Speed, Ina Jewel (James) Davidson, Wiley (Janelle) Avera and Merita (David) Jones. He was predeceased by his brothers, Cleitus (Merlene) and Elton (Jean) Avera; and sister, Oleane (the late Vivian) Mathis. Visitation is Tuesday, February 9, from 1-8 p.m. and Funeral Service with Steve Avera officiating, is Wednesday, February 10, at 10 a.m. at the Wm. R. Hamilton Co., Mount Clemens, with burial at Great Lakes National Cemetery to follow. Please make donations to Lewy Body Dementia Association. For more details, visit wmrhamilton.com. |
Thursday, February 4, 2010 8:30 AM |
Lyle William Blanshan, age 84, of Boyne Falls, died Feb. 3, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. |
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Margaret Ladd, age 92, of Sand Creek died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, at Fulton Manor in Wauseon, Ohio. She was born Dec. 28, 1917, in Toledo to John and Mary (Meier) Schenk. On June 26, 1933, she was married to Clarence Ladd and he preceded her in death on Nov. 1, 2002. Margaret loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed gardening and cooking. Margaret is survived by five sons, Dale (Julie) Ladd of Tucson, Ariz., Howard (Linda) Ladd of Onsted, Francis (Cheryl) Ladd of Sand Creek, David (Vickie) Ladd of Grand Rapids and Larry (Theresa) Ladd of Cadillac, Mich.; 14 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Margaret was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Colleen Albers; one son at birth and her eldest son, Ronald, in 1984. Funeral services for Margaret will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010, at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Geoff Koglin officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held on Saturday from noon until the time of the service at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Fulton Manor. Envelopes are available at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Margie Baxter, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Feb. 1, 2010, at her home in Boyne City at the age of 70. |
Wednesday, February 3, 2010 3:32 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Maria G. "Frances" Leitza, 99, of 219 Lake Drive, Hurley, Wis., died Friday, Jan. 29, 2010, in Ironwood. |
Thursday, February 4, 2010 1:16 PM |
Marian A. Emery, 85, of Midland, died Sunday morning, Jan. 31, 2010, at the Toni & Trish House, with her family by her side. She was born July 3, 1924, in Lake Orion, daughter of the late Ray and Alice (Turner) Perry. On Nov. 18, 1944, she married Cleo "John" Emery in Hemlock. They resided in Merrill for 50 years, and came to Midland in 1995. |
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Mrs. Marilyn J. Brunn, age 80, of Athens, passed away Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010 at her residence in Athens. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010 at the Spencer Family Funeral Home in Athens. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 8, 2010 at the funeral home. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
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Marilyn Lezman, 74, of Grand Rapids, died Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010.   Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, 2800 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids. Visiting is 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, and one hour prior to the service Tuesday. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery.   |
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Marilynn Jane Bouters, 82, of Boyne City, passed on into a more peaceful place on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Center in East Jordan. She was surrounded by her loved ones at the time of her passing. |
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Martin Carl Merz, 90, of Merrill, our loving father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, after a courageous two year battle with cancer. |
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Mary Ellen Bargman July 11, 1921 — Jan. 30, 2010 Mary Ellen Bargman, 88, of Wauseon, Ohio,  died Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010, at Heartland of Wauseon.  She was born on July 11, 1921, in Frankfort, Ohio.   Funeral services will be at Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel in Morenci 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2 with the Rev. Donna Stutzman officiating. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Monday. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Morenci. |
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Mary Louise Somsel, 62, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, Jan. 25, 2010, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  She was born Feb. 28, 1947 in Cambria Township, to Lorain and June (Keiser) Farrell.  She was formerly married to John Bowman in 1963.  On July 8, 1977, she married Carl Somsel and he survives. Mary was a member of the Hillsdale City Church.  She attended Hillsdale High School.  Mary enjoyed her grandchildren, family activities, camping and garage sales. Surviving besides her husband Carl are two children, Melinda Breault and Brian Bowman, both of Hillsdale; her mother, June Dull of Osseo; eight grandchildren; two sisters, Barb (Mike) Vernier of Coldwater and Sherry (Phil) Shaw of North Adams; two step-sons, Kevin and Scott; two half-sisters, Linda and Pat and a half-brother, Joe; and best friend Becky Hanning. She was preceded in death by her father, Lorain and step-father, Don Dull. Graveside memorial services for Mary Somsel will take place at a later date at the Morgan Cemetery in Hillsdale County.  There will be no visitation or calling hours at this time.  Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Max R. Kalnow Max R. Kalnow, age 78, died February 4, 2010. Proud Korean War Army and Air Force Reserve Veteran. Retired Engineer from Chrysler Corp. Charter Member of Clawson-Troy Elks. Beloved husband of Sue. Dear father of Mark (Marie) and Sherry (Tim) Reiber. Also remembered by his grandchildren, Matthew, Mary and Nate. Visitation at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Road, on Sunday 3-9 p.m. with Elks Service at 6 p.m. and Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Instate Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Kieran Catholic Church, 53600 Mound Road (Between 24 and 25 Mile roads) until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Burial, Guardian Angel Cemetery. Memorial tributes to St. Librea Catholic Indian School are welcome. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
Wednesday, February 3, 2010 11:43 AM |
Maynard L "Jack" Card, 84, peacefully passed away Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at Central Michigan Hospital in Mt. Pleasant. He was born Aug. 31,1925, in Gladwin, to the late Frank and Cora (Coney) Card. Jack went to school in Edenville, where he graduated high school. |
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Melanie May Collins, 32, of Hillsdale, passed away Saturday Jan. 23, 2010 at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. She was born July 25, 1977 in Coldwater. She graduated from Litchfield High School in 1995 and was a substitute bus driver for Camden-Frontier Schools. Melanie received a medical assistant degree from Ross Medical School and was attending Kellogg Community College to become a registered nurse. She enjoyed cooking, music and dancing, had a wonderful sense of humor and an outgoing personality, and loved her family. On Oct. 23, 1999, she married John Collins and he survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Allison Marie Collins, Hillsdale; a son, Jared Michael Collins, Hillsdale; parents, Marion Leroy and Alice (Houtz) Stemen,  Allen; sister, Amy (Jack Church) Stemen, Homer; and a brother, Joshua (Sarah) Stemen, Quincy. She was preceded in death by two grandmothers and two grandfathers. Funeral services are at 1 pm. Thursday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Paul Pickell officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Jefferson Township. Visitation is scheduled Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family. |
Melvin Eugene Bohmer Feb. 6, 2010 Saturday, February 6, 2010 11:24 PM |
Melvin Eugene “CHOO CHOO” Bohmer, 59, of Monroe died at his home at 3 p.m. Saturday. Arrangements are pending at Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
Michael A. Hamilton, age 47, of Harrison, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010 at the MidMichigan Medical Center�"Clare. |
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Mildred L. Bowman, age 91 of Addison, passed away on Friday, Jan. 22, 2010 at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility in Hillsdale. She was born on Oct. 13, 1918, in Medina Township to Curtis H. and Theresa (Dillion) McKibbin.  She married Maxwell J. Bowman on Jan. 16, 1938, in Addison, and he preceded her in death on June 14, 1974. Mildred graduated from Addison High School in 1937.  She operated the former Bowman’s Bakery in Addison from 1938-1940 and then she worked at the Willow Run Bomber Plant in Ypsilanti.  She was a cook at Addison Hospital for 13 years, retiring in 1988.  She also was a homemaker all her life. Mildred was a member of the former Addison Methodist Church, member of the Addison Senior Citizens Center and the Carousel Club of Addison. Surviving are one son, Owen H. (Jane) Bowman of Addison, one daughter, Marlene (Paul) Gillespie of Dartown, Ohio, 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, one sister, Juanita Jennings of North Adams, nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maxwell, one son, Dr, George E. Bowman, one daughter, Maxine Gerber and one brother, Charles McKibbin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison, with Pastor Will Snyder officiating.  Burial will take place in Dibble Cemetery, Wheatland Township.  Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com |
Sunday, February 7, 2010 7:00 AM |
Minnie B. Olshove Minnie B. Olshove, age 82, of Warren died Friday, February 5, 2010 at her home. Minnie was born May 14, 1927 in Minden City, Michigan the daughter of the late Vincent and the late Mary (nee Stomach) Glaza. She worked for 29 years at C.M. Hall Lamp Company as an assembler. When not working, she enjoyed playing cards, doing needlepoint, and solving puzzles. Minnie was also a parishioner at St. Teresa of Avila - St. Dorothy Campus for 41 years. She is survived by her sons, Vince Olshove and Thomas (Cindy) Olshove; grandchildren, Nicholas Olshove and Michele (Matthew) Segar; and great-grandchildren, John, Pamela, and Adam. She is predeceased by her husband, Stanley. Visitation for Mrs. Olshove will be held Monday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12 1/2 Mile Road). She will lie instate Tuesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Teresa of Avila - St. Dorothy Campus until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Teresa of Avila - St. Dorothy Campus. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com. |
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Nancy S. McDonald, 65, of Afton, passed away Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010 at the Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. An announcement will be made in the spring re­garding a service at the Walker Township Cemetery. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune. |
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Nov. 2, 1928 – Feb. 5, 2010 Norman Peter Vogel, 81, of Weidman passed away on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, at his home. |
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Other deaths James A. Zimmerman, 64, of Algonac, Hauss Funeral Home, Macomb Township |
Otto (Lefty) Fredrick Megerie JR Thursday, February 4, 2010 6:35 AM |
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Peter McGillivary Tolemy, 74, of Kaleva, died Tuesday, Feb. 2. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Philip E. Kelly, age 80, of Coldwater, died on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, at the Community Health Center in Coldwater. He was born June 11, 1929 in Coldwater to Joseph and Anna (Kolinsky) Kelly. He was a member of the National Guard and then worked as a painter most of his life with his brothers as Kelly Bros. Painting and later under the name Kelly’s Painting and Decorating. He always told a good story and was a gentle man. He loved flying and working on airplanes, and got his private pilot license in 1946. He enjoyed watching comedies, westerns and war movies and treasured time spent with his children, grandchildren and friends. He is survived by his wife Jane, who he married in 1973; four sons: Mike (Penny) Kelly, Scott (Kelly) Kelly, Brien (Danielle) Kelly, all of  Coldwater and Randy (Marlene) Kelly of Yukon, Okla.; four daughters: Sue (Larry) Smith and Phyllis (Dave) Good, both of Coldwater, Deb (Scott) Smith of South Haven and Karen (Joe) Martin of Union City; 21 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; his mother-in-law Betty Hartford of Coldwater; two sisters Martha Starich of Calif. and Bernice Kelly of Illinois, brother-in-law Harold McGriff of Calif., sister-in-law Barbara (Roland) Hadley of Tenn. and several nieces and nephews. There will be a memorial gathering at the First Baptist Church of Coldwater on Saturday, Feb. 6 from 6-8 p.m.  Donations can be made to CHC Foundation or the American Cancer Society in his memory. |
Saturday, February 6, 2010 7:18 AM |
CARPENTER, RAYMOND J.; of Waterford; February 2, 2010; age 77. |
Monday, February 1, 2010 9:00 AM |
Rae LeMieux of Boyne City passed away Friday, Jan. 29, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility. Stackus Funeral Home in Boyne City is serving the family. |
Rhonda L. Searfoss, age 47, of Harrison, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010 at her home. |
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Richard Carmen Young, age 81, of Three Rivers, passed away Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010, at the Howell Care Center, in Howell.  He was born on Sept. 7, 1928, in Vashti, N.D., a son of Ray and Mildred Young. Mr. Young had been a lifetime resident of this area.  He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  He worked at a very young age for Huddleston Lumber Company and eventually retired as sales manager after 45 years.  He also worked at Camp Eberhart for 10 years following retirement, where he was known as “Uncle Dick”. Mr. Young was a life member of the Three Rivers Eagles, where he served as past president, and also the American Legion Hice-Shutes Post #170. He truly loved his family, friends,  and his two pets, Babies and Miss Bitzy. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving family, wife of 55 years, Joyce (Hull) Young of Three Rivers; two daughters, Patricia (John) Weatherwax, of Three Rivers and Judy (Jeff) Miller of Three Rivers; a son, Dennis (Kathy) Young of Three Rivers; a brother, Norris Young, of Omaha, Neb.; grandchildren Katrina (Scott) Norman, Miranda (Todd) Sylvester, Nicole Young, Meghan (John) Negus, Joshua German, Steven Higgins, Richard (Shannon) Mathews, William and James Mathews; several great-grandchildren; three nieces; and a nephew. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Hohner Funeral Home in Three Rivers. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with Pastor Bob Anderson of the Three Rivers Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment will be held in Riverside Cemetery, with military honors under the auspices of the American Legion Hice-Shutes Post #170. Memorials may be directed to the American Lung Association or the family of Richard Young c/o Hohner Funeral Home.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home.   |
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Richard W. Boardman, 82, of Riverside, Ohio, passed away on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, at Miami Val­ley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune. |
Thursday, February 4, 2010 1:16 PM |
Robert A. Guisbert, 76, of Midland, our loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center, Midland, with his family at his side. He was born Jan. 3, 1934, in Coleman, the son of the late Waldo and Angie (Sheppard) Guisbert. Robert Guisbert married Joan Cappon Jan. 8, 1955, in Rochester, N.Y. He retired from IBM in 1988 after 25 years of service. Robert served with the U.S. Air Force from 1951-1964, and was a life member of VFW Post 4573 and the Disabled American Veterans. |
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Robert Clifford Kline Sr., age 86, of Mendon, died Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at Riverview Manor in Three Rivers, after a brief illness. He was born in Kalamazoo on March 13, 1923, a son of Otto D. and Ada Belle (Mumby) Kline.  Bob graduated from Mendon High School with the class of 1941, and was a Life Member of the Free and Accepted Masons Lodge #137 in Mendon. On March 23, 1949, he married Louise Anderson in Pontiac. She died in 1994.  Bob engaged in general farming for 12 years and was a heavy equipment operator for more than 35 years and was a member of Operating Engineers Local 324. He enjoyed fishing in his spare time.  On Jan. 17, 2000, Bob married Genevieve (Howes) Reed in Mendon.  She survives, along with two sons, Michael Kline of Three Rivers and Robert Kline Jr. of Wadell, Ariz.;  and three grandsons, Jason Kline, Brian Kline, and Michael Kline. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Maurice Kline Sr. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has been conducted. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Mendon United Methodist Church, with Pastor Ward Pierce officiating, followed by a gathering in the social room of the church.  A private interment will be held later in Mendon Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Mendon United Methodist Church. An online register is available, and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
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Robert William Ray Feb. 20, 1926-Feb. 4, 2010 Sunday, February 7, 2010 12:31 AM |
Robert William Ray was born on February 20, 1926 in Lorain, Ohio. He was the only child born from the union of the late William Ray and the late Carrie (Aselstyne) Ray. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corp on April 29, 1944 in Detroit. |
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Roger D. Eubanks, 87, of Reading Township, passed away Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010, at his home.  He was born Feb. 8, 1922 to Max and Connie Eubanks. He was married Jan. 1, 1948, to Rosemary Marazon and she survives. Roger was a CPA for Konopak and Dalton, and retired as an executive vice president, from People Savings & Loan in Toledo.  After taking a few years off, he accepted another savings and loan position with Peoples Savings & Loan in Temperance.  After retirement he purchased a laundromat in Jonesville and later opened Eubanks & Son Accounting Service, also in Jonesville. Surviving besides his wife Rosemary are two children, Connie (Dieter) Puska of Carmel, Ind. and Alan Eubanks of Louisiana; three grandchildren, Alysa, Josh and Cassie also survive. Family and friends of Roger are invited to gather at their home in Reading Saturday at 1 p.m., to celebrate Roger’s life. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Roger D. Slagle Feb. 15, 1948 — Jan. 28, 2010 Roger D. Slagle, 61, of Pioneer, Ohio passed away Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010, in the James Cancer Center at the OSU Medical Center. He was born Feb. 15, 1948, in Morenci. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Feb. 2 at Thompson Funeral Home, Pioneer. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1 at the funeral home. Interment will be in Floral Grove Cemetery, Pioneer, with Pastor Mike Wilder officiating. |
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Ronald E. Bos, 74, of Zeeland, and Davenport, Fla., died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, at Hospice House of Holland. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E 16th St., Holland, with Rev. David Smits officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, also 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. |
Sunday, February 7, 2010 7:00 AM |
Rose M. Pal Rose M. Pal, age 86, of Roseville, died February 5, 2010 in Warren. She was born March 12, 1923 in Lincoln Park, Mich. Beloved wife of the late James. Loving mother of Michael (Rita) and the late Joseph. Proud grandmother of Robert M. (Georgianna), and Kenneth; and great-grandmother of Robert M. II, C.J., and April Nicole. Dear sister of Mary Sobkowiak. Predeceased by her siblings, Margaret Zarzycki and Joseph Vusich. Also survived by many admiring nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Road). In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Rose's honor would be appreciated to the American Heart Association. Interment, Cadillac Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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Sally Barkley, 72, passed away Jan. 10, 2010 in Rossville Ga. She lived most of her life in Cheboygan. |
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Sherman D. Hansen, age 80, of Grand Blanc, passed away Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009 at his home. |
Steve V. (Liberty) 'Lib' Loria Sunday, February 7, 2010 7:00 AM |
Steve V. (Liberty) 'Lib' Loria Steve V. (Liberty) "Lib" Loria, at the age of 55, passed away Monday, January 18, 2010, at UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center, L.A., California. Survived by his mom, M. Jean Loria, and brother, Jeffrey Loria. Predeceased by his father, Tony Loria; sister, Hope Marie; grandparents, Vincent and Jennie Loria, and maternal grandparents, Percy and Irene DuBay. Leaving behind, Uncle Milton DuBay, and cousins, Annette and Jeff Benoit, Dennis, Denine Denton, Joe and Vincent Jichetti, and all of his Los Angeles friends. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 13, 2010 at Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 NB Gratiot, Mt. Clemens with the Reverend Bob Harvey officiating. Memorials may be made to the Liver and Kidney Foundation. |
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Vincent H. Counterman, 69, of Portage, passed away Saturday evening, Jan. 30, 2010, at his residence. Vince was born April 14, 1940, in Paw Paw the son of Henry “Hank” and Marie (Oddi) Counterman. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy. A graduate of Paw Paw H.S., Vince enjoyed playing all sports, especially track. In his early years he spent many hours working on the family fruit farm. The past 30 years Vince self-published a weekly newspaper in Charlotte, N.C. and Kalamazoo, most recently The Grapevine Weekly in Kalamazoo. He attended Centerpoint Church and enjoyed gardening, coffee with his friends, and golf. Vince was preceded in death by his former wife Shirley. On August 2, 1997, he was united in marriage to his loving wife, Lavonne, who survives and she cherished his love and devotion. Also surviving are his children, Rhonda (Donald) Stull, Randy (Terri) Counterman, Rick Counterman, Renee (Dan) Collins; step-children, Eric Henckel, Julie (Scott) Woodstock, Tammy (Chad) Mitchell; 11 grandchildren, Clay (Jessica) Stull, Alex (Melissa) Stull, Kaitlyn Stull, Emily Stull, Wyatt and Joey Counterman, Shaun and Abbey Woodstock, Ryan and Nathan Henckel, Wyatt Mitchell; one great-granddaughter, Norah Stull; sisters and brother, Sherry Campbell, Chuck Counterman, Bonnie (Roger) Fenstermaker; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Ft. Custer National Cemetery (meet in assembly area at 10:50 a.m.). A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Centerpoint Church, 2345 N. 10th Street with Pastor Dar VanderWal officiating. Friends may meet the family Tuesday evening from 5-8 p.m. at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice. |
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Viola “Vi” C. LaForte, age 86, of Sturgis, passed away Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange, Ind. She was born Nov. 24, 1923, in Detroit, a daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Teschke) Kastl. On Sept. 4, 1943, she married Russell LaForte in Detroit. They moved to Sturgis in 1944. She had been employed by the Kirsch Company for 15 years, was office manager for Dr. Earl Millett for a few years and worked at Sturgis Savings and Loan for many years. Vi was a member of the Lady Elks and enjoyed playing cards and had belonged to both euchre and bridge clubs. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, spending time at Klinger and Omena lakes with friends and family, and was a talented crossword player. Surviving are her husband, Russell; three daughters, JoAnn (Tom) Werner of West Lafayette, Ind., Bonnie (Duncan) Sargent of Slippery Rock, Pa., and Nancy Walton of Ada; six grandchildren, Laura, Lisa, Michael, Dana, Christopher, and Sarah; nine great-grandchildren; a sister; four brothers; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother; and two sisters. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the Hackman Family Funeral Home Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis.      A memorial service celebrating the life of Vi LaForte will be held immediately following the visitation at 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, with The Rev. Bob Keim of  First United Methodist Church officiating. A private interment will take place in Oak Lawn Cemetery at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090 or at www.alz.org. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.     |
Wednesday, February 3, 2010 2:38 PM |
Mrs. Violet Elaine Rich, age 90, of Gaylord, passed away Feb. 1, 2010. |
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Sunday, February 7, 2010 7:00 AM |
Vivian Pukey (Yaek) Vivian Pukey (Yaek), age 84, a resident of Roseville, life's journey ended and her eternal life began on February 2, 2010. She died with her husband and family by her side in Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. She was born on June 2, 1925, in Detroit, the daughter of Joseph and Magdelena (Gryszkiewicz) Kunicki. Vivian received her nursing degree from St. Clair County Community College. Her nursing career was spent at St. Joseph Hospital where her joyful and caring disposition was infectious to her patients, as she would often sing to them to cheer them up and ease their pain. She married Johnny Pukey in 1990 and within the year retired. They both loved dancing and spent summer weekends going to polka festivals. She loved to travel around the world with her family. Her other interests included playing the accordion and organ, crossword puzzles, scrabble, reading, bingo and daily socializing with her friends at McDonalds. Vivian was deeply religious and a devout Catholic. She attended Mass regularly at St. Donald's Parish. She is survived by her husband, Johnny; sister, Valentina Kielbasa; daughter, Laurie Kuschel and son, Larry Yaek; stepdaughter, Pam (Richard) Lobstein; three granddaughters; two step-grandsons and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, William Kisielewicz and Stanley Kunicki; sister, Anna Herpel; son-in-law, Bernie Kuschel. Visitation Sunday, 2-6 p.m. in the L.C. Friederichs & Son Funeral Home, St. Clair with Rosary at 5 pm. Instate Monday at St. Phillip Neri Church, Columbus, Mich. from 9:30 a.m. until Mass at 10 a.m. Burial in St. Phillip Cemetery. Memorials to the American Heart Association. |
WILLIE HERSCHEL "Big H" PARKER Saturday, February 6, 2010 7:18 AM |
PARKER, WILLIE HERSCHEL "Big H"; age 83; passed away Monday, February 1, 2010 at his residence. |
Wannetta V. Royston Aug. 5, 1918-Feb. 3, 2010 Friday, February 5, 2010 11:18 AM |
Wannetta V. Royston, 91, of Jonesville, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2010, at her home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Hillsdale. |
Tuesday, February 2, 2010 11:41 AM |
Warren D. Campbell, 65, of Midland, died Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010, at the Mid-Michigan Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was born on Aug. 19, 1944, in Bucyrus, Ohio, to the late Dana F. and Vera A. (Putzke) Campbell. He moved to Midland in 1951. Warren graduated from Midland High School in 1963. |
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Zachary Versendaal, 23, of Holland, died Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, in Holland Hospital. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 W. 32nd St. Burial will be in the Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Monday at the Chapel.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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