Sunday, February 21, 2010

Michigan Obituaries 02/21/2010


 

AILEEN REYNOLDS

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

REYNOLDS, AILEEN; of Harrisburg, Illinois; formerly of Pontiac, Michigan; died on February 9, 2010; at the age of 96. 


 


 

ALBERT F. MYERS

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

MYERS, ALBERT F.; age 86; died peacefully February 11, 2010; at home. He was born September 7, 1923 in Warren, Ohio. 


 


 

AMANDA APRIL CUMMINGS

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

CUMMINGS, AMANDA APRIL; age 26; of Lake Orion; February 18, 2010. 


 


 

Aaron A. Deem

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Albert F. VanBergen

• Albert F.VanBergen, 87, of Weare Township died Tuesday, Feb. 16. Arrangements by Tate-King Funeral Home....


 


 

Albertus Knoll, 91

Sunday, February 21, 2010 5:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Albertus Knoll, 91, of Phoenix AZ, passed away while peacefully sleeping at home, on Febuary 13, 2010. He was born in Holland, MI on March 4, 1919. Services are private.   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.


 


 


 

Alice Nolan

Sunday, February 21, 2010 9:20 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Alice Nolan of Lansing, Mich., died Feb 4, 2010, of heart failure at Mother Teresa (hospice) House. She was born Alice Banaszek, June 15, 1927, in Buffalo, N.Y. She served as organist at St. Sabina Catholic Church of Dearborn Heights, Mich., and St. Dominic Catholic Church of Clinton, Mich., for a total of 35 years. She was predeceased by her son Robert of Troy, Mich; and granddaughter, Heather of Lansing, Mich. Survivors include John, her husband of 62 years; five sons, John and Richard of Lansing, Mich.; Larry of Livonia, Mich.; and James and David of San Francisco, Calif; one daughter, Ann Christensen of Eugene, Ore.; 15 grandchildren; and two great-grandsons.


 


 

Barbara A. Smith

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Barbara A. Smith Barbara A. Smith, age 75, passed away on February 18, 2010. She was born May 23, 1934. Survived by her children, Daniel, David (Kathy) and Karen. Grandmother to Shawn, Michael and Katie; sister to Patricia (Robert) LaRouche. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles. Visitation Sunday, 3-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot, Roseville. Instate Monday, 9:30 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. Service at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 20955 Bournemouth, Harper Woods.


 


 

Barney Frank Hallman

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Barney Frank Hallman Barney Frank Hallman, age 81, of Macomb Township passed away February 18, 2010 in Warren. He was born July 6, 1928 in Detroit. He worked most of his life as a spot welder and served in the Merchant Marines during WWII. He is survived by his wife, Elaine; children, Barney L. (Darla), Daniel (Robbie) and Steven (Kathy); grandchildren, Marie (Eugene) Pallisco, Cheryl (Jeff) Turner, and Daniel Jr.; also 10 great-grandchildren; siblings, Margaret Hallman, Arnold (Rina), and Donna Hallman. He was predeceased by his brother, Vern; and his sister, Kathy Mazurek. A funeral Mass will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Clement Church, Center Line. Visitation will be Sunday 4-8 p.m., Monday 2-8 p.m., Scripture service 7 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Road, Clinton Township, MI. Additional visitation at church on Tuesday 9:30-10 a.m. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery. Visit online at www.resurrectionfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Bernard I. Fralick

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Beulah Hover

Beulah Hover, 76, Of Beaverton passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010. 


 


 

Bruce Allen Halladay

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Carl Hoyt, 92

Sunday, February 21, 2010 5:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Carl Hoyt, age 92, of Holland, died Friday, February 19, 2010 at Appledorn Living Center. Funeral services will be 1 30 pm Tuesday in the Chapel at Central Wesleyan Church, 446 West 40th St. Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery. Visitation will be 7-9 pm Monday at the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street.   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.


 


 


 

Charity D. Stapleton

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Charles Davis

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Charles Davis Charles "Buster" Davis, age 88, died peacefully on January 30, 2010, surrounded by his family. Originally from Roseville, Mich., he moved to Croswell, Mich. in 1982 where he owned and operated Busters Back Door Saloon. He was a Scottish Rite Mason and joined the Masons in 1984. He was also a member of the Shriners, with whom he volunteered at the Shrine Circus. He is survived by his children, James (Cindy) Davis, Denise Davis, Heather (Eric) Smith; 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Also survived by a sister, Marge Rosin of Florida. There will be a luncheon memorial held on Saturday, February 27, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. at the American Legion, 97 W. Harrington Road, Croswell, Mich. All are welcome to come and share their memories with the family.


 


 


 

Cheryl Marie Maas

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Cheryl Marie Maas Cheryl Marie Maas, age 45, of Mount Clemens, passed away on Friday afternoon, February 19, 2010 in her home. She was born on December 25, 1964 in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the daughter of Jacob and Marilyn (Fitzpatrick) Carollo. On January 23, 1994, she was united in marriage with Robert Maas in Mount Clemens. Cheryl loved her cats, Martin and Anthony, and was a NASCAR fan. Mrs. Maas is survived by her husband of sixteen years, Bob; her parents, Jacob and Marilyn Carollo of St. Clair Shores; three brothers, Michael (Cheryl) Carollo of Casco Township, Dennis (Kathy) Carollo of Clinton Township and Jeffrey Carollo of St. Clair Shores. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, 9:30 a.m. at the Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot Avenue, Mount Clemens with the Reverend Father Michael N. Cooney officiating. The visitation will be on Monday, 2-8 p.m.


 


 

Christine Shier

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Clarence 'Sonny' McKenzie

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 9:01 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Clarence "Sonny" McKenzie, age 70, of Pittsford, died Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010, in his home after a short illness. He was born Jan. 22, 1940, in Chauncey, W. Va., the son of Henry and Goldie (Stratton) Mckenzie. He was employed for 40 years at Tecumseh Products, retiring in 2004. His greatest joy in life was being with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR races and the Detroit Tigers. Sonny is survived by his wife, Judith (Hall) McKenzie; two daughters, Renee Friedrich of Pittsford and Heather (Kory) Osmun of Hillsdale; two sons, Robby (Jen) McKenzie of Osseo and Chan McKenzie of Osseo; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Doris (Ray) Rumsey of Pittsford and Peggy Allen of Montpilier, Ind. and three brothers, Randy (Bobbie) McKenzie of Jackson, Don McKenzie of Lyons, Ohio and Doug (Sandy) McKenzie of Osseo. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Chester, Dick and Clayton who died in infancy. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Samuel Wickard officiating. Burial will follow in Tipton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Childrens Hospital and Hospice of Hillsdale County. Condolences may be offered online at: www.pursefuneralhome.com.  


 


 

DALE PAUL LIEBZEIT

Saturday, February 20, 2010 1:11 AM 

LIEBZEIT, DALE PAUL; February 18, 2010; age 66.


 


 

DEBRA ELAINE ALLEN

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

ALLEN, DEBRA ELAINE; of Shelby Twp.; February 19, 2010; age 51; born August 18, 1958 in West Branch, MI. 


 


 

Danny Ray Sullins

Sunday, February 21, 2010 9:19 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Danny Ray Sullins of Hollywood, Calif., died unexpectedly on Feb. 11, 2010. He was born June 1, 1970, in Adrian, Mich. He is survived by his mother, Ruby Pauline Sullins; his sister, Wilma Smith and her husband, Cletus; a brother, James Mason and his wife, Lisa; along with a niece and three nephews. He was preceded in death by  his father, Howard Ray Sullins. Cremation has taken place.


 


 

David A. Wassenaar, 78

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 10:02 AM 

David A. Wassenaar, 78, of Charlevoix, died Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Charlevoix with the Rev. Neil Wilson officiating. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 21, at the Winchester Funeral Home in Charlevoix. A complete obituary will follow.


 


 

David Byrge, Jr.

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

David Byrge, Jr. David Byrge, Jr., age 68, went home to be with the Lord, 7:45 a.m., Friday, February 19, 2010, surrounded by his family. Visitation Sunday, February 21, 2010, at the Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 28499 Schoenherr, Warren, where a Funeral Service will be 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Corn Creek Cemetery, Woodbine, Ky.


 


 

Deborah "Debbie" Teressa Miller February 12, 1955 – February 15, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:44 AM 

Deborah Teressa Miller was born in Brooklyn, New York on February 12, 1955. Deborah was the daughter of the late Patrick Phelan and the late Jean (Woscek) Phelan.


 


 

Deirdra J. Hillier

Deirdra J. Hillier, 42, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010 at her residence in Gladwin with her family by her side. She was born Nov. 5, 1967 in Gladwin, the daughter of James and Darlene (Koontz) Hillier. 


 


 

Denis Szurkiewicz

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Denis Szurkiewicz Denis Szurkiewicz, age 67, died February 18, 2010. Beloved husband of Margaret "Peggy". Cherished father of Denis (Beverly) and Elizabeth (Mike) Sandburg. Dear grandfather of Andy, Emily, Claire, Joseph and Cecelia. He will also be missed by many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield (N. of 15 Mile), Clinton Township. Funeral Mass Tuesday, instate 9 a.m., Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Ronald Catholic Church, 17701 15 Mile, Clinton Township. Please share a memory of Denis at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Diane Kay Ouderkirk, 63

Monday, February 15, 2010 8:32 AM

Diane Kay Ouderkirk, Eaton Rapids, age 63, passed away at her home Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, after a courageous 10-year battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family. Diane was born in Detroit, Dec. 17, 1946, the daughter of John and Nina (Fryer) Moore. She worked for U.S. Capital Mortgage in Lansing. Diane enjoyed camping, cooking and spending time with her grandchildren.


 


 

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Donald George Card

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 12:38 PM 

Donald George Card, 67, of Linwood, died at his home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, Feb. 15, 2010. He was born on Sept. 28, 1942, in Gladwin, to George and Mary Card. Don graduated from Pinconning Area High School in 1960 and served in the U.S. Navy from November 1960 to November 1964.


 


 

Donald James Shay, 81

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 10:42 AM 

Donald James Shay, 81, of Alanson, passed away Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, at home surrounded by his family. 


 


 

Dorothea Elaine (Starbuck) Jones

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 12:38 PM 

Dorothea Elaine (Starbuck) Jones, 90, of Midland, passed away on Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, at Bickford Cottage, surrounded by her loving family and beloved cat, Little One. Dorothea was born Feb. 27, 1919, in New Haven Township, Shiawassee County, Michigan. She eloped with William (Bill) E. Jones on New Year's Eve, 1937. Dorothea graduated from Corunna High School in 1936. She then attended teacher's college (now Central Michigan University), working toward her public school teaching credentials. Dorothea, Bill, and their four girls moved to Midland in 1953, where Bill worked for Consumers Power Co. until his retirement.


 


 

Dorothy Mae Rosenbalm April 29, 1922-Feb. 17, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:45 AM 

Dorothy Mae Rosenbalm, 87, of Monroe passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, February 17 at 4:00 pm in Harborside Health Care, Point Place.


 


 

Dorothy Marie Smith

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 6:36 AM 

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Dorothy Rollins

Saturday, February 20, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Dorothy V. Keen

Dorothy V. Keen, age 62, of Gladwin, passed away Friday, Feb. 12, 2010 in Bay City. 


 


 

Douglas E. Beyerlein

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Douglas E. Beyerlein Douglas E. Beyerlein, age 68, of Shelby Township, passed away Monday, February 15, 2010, at his home. Beloved father of Zachary, Kelly, and Andrew Beyerlein; dear brother of Charles and Gary Beyerlein. Douglas served in the U.S. Army 1st Division, 1st Combat Engineer Battalion from 1963-1965. Douglas received his education from Wayne State University and the University of Michigan, graduating with honors and a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design in 1969. He was an award-winning artist who enjoyed graphic arts, sculpture, and painting. Douglas worked at General Motors as an automotive designer and engineer for 31 years, retiring in 1993. A memorial gathering will be held 12-5 p.m., Sunday, February 28, 2010, at the Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel, 48271 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby Township. Military honors will be conducted at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Per the family's request, no flowers; memorials in Doug's name to American Red Cross would be appreciated. Visit www.gramerfuneralhome.com.


 


 

Douglas Ronald Hendrickson

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Dr. Frank B. Bolenbaugh

Dr. Frank B. Bolenbaugh, D.V.M., 90, of Coleman went to join his wife in the presence of their Lord, on Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, leaving his loving family at his bedside. 


 


 

E. Irene Worthington

Tuesday, February 9, 2010 9:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

E. Irene Worthington, 80, of Fort Myers, Fla., formerly of Angola, Ind., died Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010,  at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind. She was born Oct. 25, 1929, in Montgomery to Sylvia and Meredeth Groshon. She married Olin E. Worthington Feb. 12, 1949, and he preceded her in death Dec. 9, 2008. Irene worked as a waitress at the Captain’s Cabin in Angola, Ind. She was a graduate of Montgomery High School and was a member of the Moose Lodge and Elks Lodge. She enjoyed the lake and boating. Surviving are two sons, Doug and Marsha Worthington of Fort Wayne, Ind. and Dave and Patty Worthington of Auburn, Ind.; grandchildren, Amy and Brand Saleik, Joel and Kristy Worthington, Jonathan and Jessica Worthington, Jamie and Josh Beck and Josh Worthington; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth and Jim Esterline of Montgomery. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and will be officiated by the Rev. Russ Abel. Burial will be at Fremont Cemetery in Fremont, Ind. Memorials can be sent to Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana, 6316 Mutual Drive, Ft. Wayne, IN 46825 Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com.  


 


 

ELIZABETH (Betty) KELLEY O'DONNELL

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

O'DONNELL, ELIZABETH (Betty) KELLEY; age 84; of Rochester Hills; February 19, 2010. 


 


 

Edna Driscoll, 92

Sunday, February 21, 2010 5:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

  Edna LaVaughn Driscoll, age 92, of Holland, died Friday, February 19, 2010, at home. The memorial service will be  at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Avenue.   Arrangements by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Inc., Northwood Chapel, www.lifestorynet.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.


 


 

Edna Frances Forbes

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Edsel A. Williamson

Monday, February 15, 2010 6:41 AM 

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Edward Herman Schultz

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 5:02 PM 

Edward Herman Schultz, 65, of Midland, died Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center.


 


 

Edward L. Mortensen

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Eleanora Veronica Gleason

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Elizabeth I. 'Betty' Lewis

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 9:20 AM 

Elizabeth I. "Betty" Lewis, 87, of Harbor Springs, died Feb. 9, 2010, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey.


 


 

Elizabeth "Betty" June Myer

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Ellen Louise Lough

Friday, February 19, 2010 6:40 AM 

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Elmer 'Al' Gietzen

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Elsie F. Lauer, 89

Friday, February 19, 2010 8:12 AM 

Elsie F. Lauer, 89, of Harbor Springs, passed away Feb. 18, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital.


 


 

Elsie Lauer, 89

Thursday, February 18, 2010 11:39 AM 

Elsie Lauer, 89, of Harbor Springs, died Feb. 18, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. 


 


 

Emma Lou Lyon

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:17 AM 

June 7, 1911-Feb. 20, 2010 Emma Lou Lyon, age 98, of Shepherd went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010.


 


 

Eric Alan Rice

Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:16 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Eric Alan Rice, 44, of Quincy, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010 at home.  He was born March 14, 1965 in Ypsilanti, to Donald R. and Barbara (Reaume) Rice, and graduated from Quincy High School in 1983. He was a truck driver for MTS Trucking Company in Coldwater. Eric had been active in high school athletics, enjoyed watching sports, playing golf and he was an avid fan of Michigan State University basketball.  Survivors include his parents Donald and Barbara Rice of Quincy; his best friend, partner and mother of his children Wendy Keech of Quincy; twin daughters Zoey and Izabella Rice of Quincy; one sister Ginna (Jack) Rupp of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; and one brother Shannon (Collette) Rice of Schoolcraft. He will also be sadly missed by several nieces, nephews, one great-niece and great-nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 20 at 11 a.m. at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with Pastor Scott Arnold officiating.  Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy.  Visitation is scheduled for today, Feb. 19 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to an education fund for Eric’s daughters, c/o Ginna Rupp or Shannon Rice.


 


 

Evelyn E. Hendricks

Sunday, February 21, 2010 9:22 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Evelyn E. Hendricks, age 81, of Tecumseh  passed away unexpectedly and went to be with her Heavenly Father, Feb. 18, 2010, while visiting family in California. She was born April 23, 1928, in Adrian, Mich., the daughter of Noble and Odessa (Mavis) Gregg. On Dec. 12, 1947, she married Merle M. Hendricks at the First Church of the Brethren in Adrian, Mich.  He survives. Evelyn was a graduate of Adrian High School, class of 1946. She was employed briefly with American Chain and Cable and also worked alongside her husband, Merle, on the family farm.   She was  a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an active member of both the Gideons Auxiliary and the First Church of the Brethren, Adrian.  She will be greatly missed by her family and all those lives she enriched by knowing her. In addition to her husband, Merle, Evelyn is survived by three daughters,  Karen (Roy) Waycaster of Tecumseh, Janice (Wayne) Edwards of Grand Rapids, and Beverly (Rick) Koebbe of Moraga, Calif.; three grandchildren, Michelle Wiles of Dublin, Calif., Jena (Jan) Olsen of Nunica, Mich., and Kristen (Morgan) McGovert of Dublin, Calif.; six stepgrandchildren; and three stepgreat-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2010, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with the Rev. David Morton officiating.  Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010, and from 10 a.m. until time of services Wednesday at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.pursefuneralhome.com.


 


 

Evelyn Kindinger McEnery

Saturday, February 20, 2010 9:04 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Evelyn Kindinger McEnery passed away on Jan 14, 2010, at Naples Community Hospital in Naples, Fla. Evelyn was born on March 12, 1926, in Adrian and spent her youth and early adulthood here. Evelyn graduated from Riggs School of Beauty Culture, and she and her husband, Robert Kindinger (deceased), moved to Reading, Mich., where she helped with the daily farm chores as well as owned and operated her own salon. Evelyn moved to Florida in 1970 and has resided there since that time.   She is survived by two sons, Paul Eugene (Carol) Kindinger of St. Charles, Mo., and Roger Dale (Thelma) Kindinger, of Naples, Fla., and one daughter, Sandee Meyers, of Adrian, Mich. She was blessed with eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Evelyn loved spending time with her family and looked forward to their visits. Evelyn’s wishes were to be cremated and a memorial is being planned for a later date in Adrian.   Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.


 


 

Evelyn L. Henkelmann

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 6:37 AM 

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FREDERICK C. COSTELLO

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

COSTELLO, FREDERICK C.; age 82; of White Lake; passed away on February 18, 2010, at his home. 


 


 

Frances Bliss Hedelund

Sunday, February 21, 2010 2:15 AM 

Frances Bliss Hedelund, 92, of Midland, died Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at Bay Bluffs in Harbor Springs, where she lived for the past two years to be near her daughter, Judy and husband, Jerry. 


 


 

Frank A. Janik

Saturday, February 20, 2010 9:03 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frank A. Janik, age 69, of Clayton passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010. Frank was born in Morenci, the son of Stanley and Anna (Turczin) Janik. He married Esther Marshall on Oct. 24, 1958, in Hillsdale. She survives. Frank worked as a maintenance man for the Dominican Sisters in Adrian for 20 years. He enjoyed deer hunting and he loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Surviving Frank is his wife, Esther; daughter, Debbie (Steve) Kerr of Hudson; three granddaughters, Brandi (Calvin) Clark of Adrian, Stephanie Tax of Cambria and Jessica Kerr and Keith Otter of Adrian; four great-grandchildren, Alexander, Tyler, Andrew and Emersen; special young man, DJ Gerken; brother, Thomas (Maureen) Janik of Hudson; and several brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Frank will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, 2010, at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson with the Rev. Clyde L. Wonders officiating. Interment will follow at North Dover Cemetery in Clayton. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Lenawee. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com.


 


 

Frank Chambers

Monday, February 15, 2010 3:51 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Frank Carl Chambers, 51, of Indian River, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, at the Transfiguration Episcopal Church in Indian River. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.  


 


 

Frank Chambers, 51

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 8:36 AM 

Beloved husband and father, Frank Carl Chambers, 51, of Indian River, Mich., passed away on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010. Frank was born on July 12, 1958, in Detroit. He was the son of Richard John Chambers and Peggy Louanna (Collier) Chambers. He grew up in Detroit and graduated from Denby High School. He married Nancy Reichert of Indian River at the Transfiguration Episcopal Church on May 19, 1984.


 


 

Freda Schutt

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:17 AM 

Freda Schutt, 85, of Alma, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010, at Gratiot Medical Center. 


 


 

GEORGE J. MILLER

Saturday, February 20, 2010 1:11 AM 

MILLER, GEORGE J.; age 79; February 19, 2010. 


 


 

GILBERT M. WILSON II

Saturday, February 20, 2010 1:11 AM 

WILSON, GILBERT M., II; age 71; of Newport, MI; passed away February 14, 2010, in Lake Suzy, FL. 


 


 

GRACE A. KOLB

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

KOLB, GRACE A.; age 104; of Grand Rapids; passed away peacefully in her sleep, February 18, 2010. 


 


 

Gary Bomia Feb. 19, 2010

Saturday, February 20, 2010 10:50 PM 

Gary Bomia, 59, of Monroe died at 8:18 p.m. Friday at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. 


 


 

Gary Lee Weidman

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 12:38 PM 

Gary Lee Weidman, 70, of Mt. Pleasant, died Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010. Arrangements are being handled by the O'Laughlin Funeral Home, Inc., Coleman. An obituary will follow in the March 3rd edition. 


 


 

George Staat, 84

Friday, February 19, 2010 8:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

George P. Staat, 84, of Zeeland, died Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, at Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church. Visitation will be 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. 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.


 


 

George Theron Chapman, 49

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 9:20 AM 

George Theron Chapman, of 49, formerly of Brutus, passed away Jan. 25, 2010, in Missouri. 


 


 

Gertrude "Trude" Schmidt

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Giorgio Angelo Tress

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Giorgio Angelo Tress Giorgio Angelo Tress, age 85, died February 18, 2010. Beloved husband of the late Maria. Loving father of Patricia (Umberto) Piccirilli. Proud grandfather of Elisa (Joe) Piccirilli-Ramunno, David and Adriana (Sal) Bommarito. Dearest brother of Leonardo (Frances) Tress and four sisters in Italy, Ida, Mirella, Flora and Dirce. Visitation Sunday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile. Funeral Monday, instate 9:30 a.m. at St. Isidore Church, 18201 23 Mile at Romeo Plank until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Entombment, Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online Guest Book at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Gladys Mason

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 8:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Gladys Mason (nee Martin), 87, of Tower passed away on Feb. 11, 2010 at Tendercare Health Center of Cheboygan.  A memorial gathering will be held at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Onaway on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010 from 1:30-4:30 pm. Read more HERE in Wednesday’s Tribune.


 


 

Grace T. Hendershot

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 6:36 AM 

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Harley L. Ayris

Sunday, February 21, 2010 4:35 AM 

Sept. 11, 1936-Feb. 19, 2010 Harley Ayris, 73, of Beaverton and formerly of Remus, passed away Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland.


 


 

Harold 'Doc' McCaughrin, 99

Monday, February 15, 2010 8:37 AM 

Harold "Doc" McCaughrin, 99, of Resort Township, died Feb. 13, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital.


 


 

Harry Richard Bargert

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:14 AM 

Harry Richard Bargert, 76, of Gaylord, died Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, in Casa Grande, Ariz. 


 


 

Heather Ann Tupy, 58

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 8:36 AM 

Heather Ann Tupy, 58, died Feb. 11, 2010, in Chicago.


 


 

Hebert G. Tipper, Sr.

Sunday, February 14, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Helen A. Thomas, 89

Friday, February 19, 2010 8:13 AM 

Helen A. Thomas, 89, of East Jordan, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan.


 


 

Helen Chrisanne 'Chris' Mullineux

Thursday, February 18, 2010 1:27 AM 

IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Helen Chrisanne "Chris" Mullineux, 50, of 201 Bundy St., Ironwood, died Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, at home, with her family by her side, following a courageous, one-and-a-half year battle with cancer.


 


 

Helen R. McMillian May 30, 1948–Feb. 17, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:45 AM 

Helen R. McMillian, 61 of Monroe died at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Liberty Nursing Center, Toledo. She had been in poor health for one year. 


 


 

Helen T. Campbell, 100

Thursday, February 11, 2010 8:32 AM 

Helen T. Campbell, 100, of Charlevoix, died Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, at her home. 


 


 

Helen Thomas, 89

Thursday, February 18, 2010 8:03 AM 

Helen Thomas, 89, of East Jordan, died Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. 


 


 

Henrietta Jager, 89

Sunday, February 21, 2010 5:32 AM - Staff reports 

Henrietta Jager, 89, of Zeeland, died Friday, Feb. 19, 2010. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.  Visiting is 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to the funeral service. Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.  www.yntemafh.com


 


 

ISIAH SHAW

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

SHAW, ISIAH; born on May 22, 1933. Isiah Shaw went to be with his Lord on January 26, 2010. Isiah was employed with General Motors for more than 40 years and he served more than 20 years in the United States military, serving as a proud member of the Green Beret, 101st Airborne Division. Isiah was also a lifetime member of the Freemasons.


 


 

Irene L. Charles

Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:51 AM 

Irene L. Charles, died peacefully, surrounded by family on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010 at K&K Quality Care after a lengthy illness.


 


 

Irma Marium Munn Angell

Sunday, February 21, 2010 4:35 AM 

Dec. 12, 1918-Feb. 19, 2010 Irma M. Angell, age 91, of Alma, Mich., passed away Friday Feb. 19, 2010, at Schnepp Health Care Center in St. Louis.


 


 

Isabella Katherine Toles

Friday, February 19, 2010 6:40 AM 

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JAMES J McCARTHY

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

McCARTHY, JAMES J.; 71; of Waterford; February 20, 2010. 


 


 

JOHN A MICKUS

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

MICKUS, JOHN A.; of Clarkston; February 19, 2010; age 76. Husband of Patricia for 49 years; father of Tom (Mary) of Royal Oak and John of FL; grandfather of Zach, Amanda and Christopher; brother of Don (Sharon) of AZ, the late Algird and like a brother to John (Joan) Wisely.


 


 

JOSEPH R. HERSKA

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

HERSKA, JOSEPH R.; of Novi; February 18, 2010; age 95. 


 


 

James (Jim) McCoy

Friday, February 19, 2010 9:33 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

James (Jim) McCoy, age 46, passed away at his home in Tampa, Fla., on Feb. 13, 2010, of natural causes. He served 12 years in the U.S. Air Force, and worked for Transportation Security Administration, Homeland Security. He was preceded in death by his father, James Leslie McCoy, and his maternal and paternal grandparents. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Mary and Amos Schwartz of LaGrange, Ind.; a son, James Anthony; a daughter, Sonia; two granddaughters, Abie and Amie McCoy; a sister, Vicki Hogman; and a brother, Jason Goss. Visitation and services were be held Feb. 19, 2010, at the South Tampa Chapel of Brewer & Sons Funeral Home. James will be laid to rest at 12:30 p.m. Monday, with military honors at the Florida National Cemetary in Bushnell, Fla.


 


 

James A. Cousino Feb. 18, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:43 AM 

James A. Cousino, 71, of Erie died at 3:02 p.m. Thursday at the emergency room of St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. 


 


 

James A. Cousino Oct. 28, 1938-Feb. 18, 2010

Saturday, February 20, 2010 12:55 AM 

James Alan Cousino was born in Toledo, Ohio on October 28, 1938, one of twins born to the late Isaiah J. and Thelma (Baird) Cousino. 


 


 

James A. Cousino Oct. 28, 1938-Feb. 18, 2010 #1

Saturday, February 20, 2010 11:50 PM 

James Alan Cousino was born in Toledo, Ohio on October 28, 1938, one of twins born to the late Isaiah J. and Thelma (Baird) Cousino. 


 


 

James "Mike" Palmer Dec. 19, 1947–Feb. 16, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:46 AM 

James M. Palmer, 62 of Newport died at 9:12 p.m. Tuesday at his home. He had been in poor health for four years and seriously ill for two months.


 


 

Jane A. Schaefer

Saturday, February 20, 2010 3:22 AM 

Jane A. Schaefer, 58, of Florence, S. C., died Friday morning, Feb. 19, 2010.


 


 

Jean M. Everitt

Tuesday, January 26, 2010 3:37 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Jean M. Everitt, 73, of Hudson died Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010 at her home. She was born on Nov. 19, 1936, in Bromley Kent, England. A memorial service for Jean will be held in England at a later date. Arrangements are by the Eagle Funeral Home in Hudson. 


 


 

Jean M. Nasi

Friday, February 19, 2010 1:27 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Jean M. Nasi, 53, of Gile, died Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, in Hurley, with her family by her side, after a strong and courageous battle with cancer.


 


 

Jeanette A. (Ault) Jewell Nov. 29, 1938-Feb. 17, 2010

Saturday, February 20, 2010 11:51 PM 

Jeanette A. (Ault) Jewell, age 71 of Maybee, died Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor.


 


 

Jeanette M. Bozinski

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 1:44 AM 

HURLEY, Wis. -- Jeanette M. Bozinski, 84, of 616 Fourth Ave. North, Hurley, died Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010, in Hurley. 


 


 

Jennie Sophie Wozniaki

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Jennie Sophie Wozniaki Jennie Sophie Wozniaki, age 97, of Clinton Township, died February 20, 2010 in Clinton Township. She was born February 28, 1912 in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. She had been employed by Uniroyal. She is survived by her daughter, Valerie (James); grandsons, Sean (Danelle) Dornan and Jamie (Valerie) Dornan; and great-grandchildren, Kristina, Alicia, Stephen, Rachel, Kayla and Luke; and sister, Christine Bykowski. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank. Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, February 24, 11 a.m., instate 10:30 a.m., at Resurrection Funeral Home, Clinton Township. Burial will be at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Visitation 4-8 p.m. Monday and 2-8 p.m. Tuesday, at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038. Visit online at www.resurectionfuneralhome.com.


 


 

JoAnn "Jo" Schaberg

Friday, February 19, 2010 12:04 PM 

JoAnn "Jo" Schaberg, 77, of Lake Wales, Fla., passed away Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, at the Lake Wales Medical Center due to respiratory failure.


 


 

Joanne Bousson

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Joanne Bousson Joanne "Wanie" Bousson (nee Martinisi), age 63, died February 20, 2010. Beloved wife of Ronald. Loving stepmother of Mary (Keith) Kleinert, Catherine (William) Hill, Theresa Bousson, and James Bousson. Proud grandmother of seven. Dearest sister of Pauline Storms, Agnes (Elmer) Perrigan, Steve (Cindy) Martinisi, Joseph Martinisi and the late Rose (Pat) Knoche. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Wanie retired from General Dynamics after 30 years. She enjoyed playing canasta, cooking, traveling, quilting, nature, and most importantly doing things for her family. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m. with 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Tuesday, instate 9:30 a.m. at St. Thecla Church, 20762 S. Nunneley (S. of Metro Parkway and E. of Groesbeck) until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Donations are welcome to Tiny Miracles or The Weber Cancer Center. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their On Line Guest Book at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Joanne Justine Heit

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Joanne M. Laning

Friday, February 19, 2010 12:04 PM 

Joanne M. Laning, 84, died Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at the Tendercare of Midland. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Ware-Smith- Woolever Funeral Directors.


 


 

Joanne Manifold Laning

Sunday, February 21, 2010 2:15 AM 

Joanne Manifold Laning, 84, of Midland, died Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at Tendercare of Midland.


 


 

John C. Kelly

Monday, February 8, 2010 9:31 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

John C. Kelly, 83, of Birmingham, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on Feb. 6, 2010 in Cheboygan. Funeral services, February 9, at 11am at Sacred Heart Church, Cheboygan, MI. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. 


 


 

Joseph Iwasko

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Joseph Iwasko Joseph Iwasko. September 4, 1925 - February 5, 2010. Passed peacefully following a stroke suffered in 1996. Survived by wife, Loretta; daughters, Debra Lynn Trotto of Warren, Mich. and Donna Marie Shea-Pare' of Cambridge, Mass.; grandchildren, Ryan Shea, Amanda Trotto, Phillip and Monique Pare'. Donations may be made to The Prechter Bipolar Research Fund or U of M Depression Center, 4250 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-5763.


 


 

Joseph Sophia

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Joseph Sophia Joseph Sophia, age 84, of Warren, died January 24, 2010. Husband of the late Midori. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 27, 2010, at Rudy Funeral Home, 25650 Van Dyke (10 1/2 Mi.), Center Line. Gathering will begin at noon until 1 p.m. time of service.


 


 

Joyce Kelley

Tuesday, February 9, 2010 9:17 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Joyce Benedict Kelley, 84, of Reading Township, passed away Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010 at the Laurels of Coldwater.  She was born Sept. 24, 1925 in Hillsdale County to Glen and Jessie (Combs) Benedict.  She was married Sept. 24, 1952 to Lloyd Kelley and he preceded her in death in 1988. Mrs. Kelley had lived her entire life in Hillsdale County. She spent most of her career as a teacher and librarian for the Hudson School District. She also taught in Litchfield and Reading. Surviving are two children, Ann (Anthony) Morales of Bettendorf, Iowa and Jeffrey (Nancy Pattison) Kelley of Coldwater; four grandchildren, Ryan and Erik Morales, Erin (Brandon) Fritts and Kristen (Greg) Albright. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Lloyd. Funeral services for Joyce Kelley will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with the Rev. Dean Francis officiating. Interment will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Hillsdale. The family will receive friends for visitation Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the HillsdaleCounty Community Foundation or the Mitchell Public Library.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eagfuneralhomes.com.


 


 

Ken Downey, 65

Friday, February 19, 2010 8:12 AM 

Ken Downey, 65, died Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at his home in East Jordan. 


 


 

Kenneth L. Lemley Sr.

Monday, February 15, 2010 11:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Kenneth L. Lemley Sr., 79, a resident of Churubusco, Ind., passed away Feb. 12, 2010, at Visiting Nurse &Hospice Home in Fort Wayne, Ind., following an extended illness. Mr. Lemley was born Nov. 5, 1930, in Kalamazoo, a son of Harry harold and Caroline (Carpenter)Lemley, and spent his formative years in Marcellus. As a young man he served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. On Nov. 24, 1968, he married Donna Jean (Reynolds)Reno in Centreville. The couple lived in Centreville for a period before moving to Churubusco in 1985. Employed as a concast worker with Essex Wire, he retired from there in 1992 after 30 years. Surviving relatives included his wife, Donna Jean Lemley; three children, John (Sue)Lemley of Centreville, Kenneth Lemley Jr. of Churubusco, and Doris (Richard)Irwin of Centreville; a brother, Harold (Terri)Lemley of Allegan; a sister, Pat Palmer of Jenison; 14 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Caroline “Toots”Berry. At the request of Mr. Lemley, there will be no calling hours, and private family services will be held at a later date. Sheets &Childs Funeral Home inChurubusco, Ind., is in charge of the arrangements. For those who wish, memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 636, Columbia City, IN46724, or to Visiting Nurse &Hospice Home, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN46804. To leave a condolence for the family in Mr. Lemley’s memory, log on to www.sheetsandchilds.net.


 


 

Kenneth Leo Hartley, Jr

Funeral services for Kenneth Leo Hartley, Jr. will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at Cornerstone Baptist Church with Pastor James Carlson officiating. The family will receive friends for vi...


 


 

Kurt J. Vanderbrink

Kurt J. Vanderbrink, age 45, of Pinconning, passed away Monday Feb. 8, 2010 at MidMichigan Medical Center"Midland following a brief illness.


 


 

Larry Underdahl July 15, 1940-Feb. 18, 2010

Saturday, February 20, 2010 12:55 AM 

Larry Underdahl, age 69, of Maybee passed Thursday, February 18, 2010 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. He was born July 15, 1940 in Detroit, the son of Howard and Myrtle (Roach) Underdahl.


 


 

Laura Dobbin, 88

Friday, February 19, 2010 8:42 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Laura K. Dobbin, 88, of Macatawa, died Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at Hospice House of Holland. A memorial service will be Monday at 1 p.m. at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Lifestory Funeral Homes,188 W. 32nd St. Friends may greet the family from noon to 1 p.m., prior to the service.   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.


 


 

Lee R. Greenfield

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Leila J. Howell

Monday, February 15, 2010 6:41 AM 

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Leland R. 'Dit' Town

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Lester Paul Smith, 86

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 9:20 AM 

Lester Paul Smith, 86, father of longtime residents, Art and Rosann Gerhardt, passed away on Feb. 9, 2010. 


 


 

Lewis L. Fowler

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Lila Belle Engle, 97

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 8:24 AM 

Lila Belle Engle, age 97, of Harbor Springs and formerly of Oden, died Feb. 14, 2010, at Bay Bluffs medical care facility in Harbor Springs. 


 


 

Lila M. McArthur

Friday, February 19, 2010 8:45 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Lila M. McArthur, 87, of Onaway, died at home on Feb. 19, 2010. Cremation arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.   


 


 

Linda M. Weis

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM

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Lois M. Chlipala

Saturday, February 20, 2010 9:00 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Lois M. Chlipala, 79, passed away Feb. 18, 2010, at Westland Convalescent Center.  Cremation arrangements are entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Lois “Mary” Watson Jan. 3, 1917-Feb. 17, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:44 AM 

Lois “Mary” Watson, age 93 of Temperance, MI, died Wednesday, February 17, 2010 in Hickory Ridge of Temperance.


 


 

Loretto McAtee

Sunday, February 21, 2010 2:15 AM 

Loretto McAtee, 89, of Midland , died at MidMichigan Stratford Village on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010, with family at her side. 


 


 

MARCELINE MARIE WARNER

Saturday, February 20, 2010 1:11 AM 

WARNER, MARCELINE MARIE; age 90; of Englewood, FL, formerly of Rochester; died February 16, 2010. 


 


 

MARY C. CLOS

Saturday, February 20, 2010 1:11 AM 

CLOS, MARY C.; of Waterford, formerly of Eastpointe; February 18, 2010; age 84; born June 1, 1925, in St. Louis, MO. 


 


 

MARY ELLEN GOTSHALL

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

GOTSHALL, MARY ELLEN; 86 years young; left this world on February 15, 2010; in Fort Meyers Beach, FL. 


 


 

MARY JANE LOVE

Saturday, February 20, 2010 1:11 AM 

LOVE, MARY JANE; a resident of Brighton and former resident of West Palm Beach, FL, and Franklin, MI; passed away on February 19, 2010.


 


 

MICHAEL N SWIASTYN

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

SWIASTYN, MICHAEL N.; of Waterford; suddenly February 19, 2010; age 48. 


 


 

Marilyn B. Wilhelm

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 11:22 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marilyn Barton Wilhelm, age 92, of Venice, Fla., passed away Feb. 13, 2010.  She was born on May 2, 1917 in Sturgis,  a daughter of the late John and Elzina Calahan Barton, long-time residents of Sturgis. Marilyn graduated as co-valedictorian of her 1935 Sturgis High School class. She attended Kalamazoo College and the University of Michigan. She returned to Sturgis High School to teach English for two years before earning her masters degree from the University of Michigan and went on teaching at Grosse Pointe High School. On Oct. 14, 1944, she married Chris R. Wilhelm, also a 1935 graduate of Sturgis High School. While he was in Europe during World War II, she taught at Kalamazoo Central High School.  Their daughter, Linda, was born in 1949 in Detroit.  Subsequently, the Wilhelms lived in Battle Creek and Saginaw before moving to Rochester, N.Y., in 1962. Marilyn was very active in the PEO sisterhood and served in a variety of college alumni and church-related activities. In 1980, Chris and Marilyn retired spending winters in Venice. Surviving are her husband, Chris; daughter, Linda W. King and husband Don of Arlington, Va.; and nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her parents; and sister, Harriette Connolly. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Inurnment will take place later at Oaklawn Cemetery in Sturgis, Mich. A memorial service will take place in Venice, Fla. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donations in Marilyn’s memory consider Venice Presbyterian Church, 111 Firenze Ave., Venice, FL 34285 or a charitable organization of their choice. Farley Funeral Home in Venice, Fla., is handling the arrangements. To send condolences, visit www.farleyfuneralhome.com.          


 


 

Marjorie J. Clapperton

Friday, February 19, 2010 12:04 PM 

Marjorie J. Clapperton, 91, of Coleman, died Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010, at Tendercare, Clare. She was born Jan. 17, 1919, in Van Buren County, the daughter of the late Lloyd and Carrie (Crane) Fisher. Marjorie J. Fisher married Dr. James S. Clapperton, II on May 3, 1947, in Saginaw. He died June 10, 1978. Marge assisted her husband with his medical practices in Fairgrove and then when they came to Coleman in 1950, until retiring in 1975. She spent 20 years summering in St. Ignace, working with her son, James, at the North Bay Inn and the Tradewinds Motel.


 


 

Marjorie R. Pierce

Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Marjorie R. Pierce, of Coldwater, passed away peacefully at Drew’s Place of Coldwater on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010. Marjorie was born in Coldwater on Nov. 24, 1917 to George R. and Minnie (Kulow) Pierce. She graduated from Coldwater High School, class of 1935, with honors and went to work in her father’s business of automobiles and finance. After the death of her mother, she moved to St. Petersburg, Fla. and worked for Florida Power, until her retirement 25 years later on Jan. 28, 1983. Marjorie later moved back to her hometown of Coldwater. During her retirement years, she loved to travel with friends and made several trips to Europe and also traveled to Asia. Two sisters, Onnolee Randall and Dorothy Horstmeyer preceded her in death. She is survived by one brother, George H. Pierce of Coldwater and several nieces and nephews. A private graveside service was held, officiated by her nephew, Rev. David L. Pierce of the First Baptist Church of Coldwater at the Berg Cemetery in Montgomery. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. The family was assisted by the Putnam Funeral Home, Coldwater, (517) 278-2311.


 


 

Mark J. Prior

Sunday, February 21, 2010 9:21 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

Mark Prior, son of Jim and Janice Prior (formerly of Adrian), passed away peacefully on Feb. 5, 2010, surrounded by family and friends after a brief illness. Mark was born on Feb. 6, 1978, in Warren, Mich., and had resided in San Jose, Calif., since 1982. He is survived by his fiancée, Jennifer Preston, and her two sons, Sean and Cameron; his brothers, Brian (Erica Castro) Prior and Kevin (Erin) Prior and niece Alyx; aunts and uncles, Ken (Judy), Don, and Mike Prior (formerly of Adrian), and Joni (Steve) Meyers; and grandparents, Dave and Doreen Prior. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Cyril and Margaret Briggs. Services were held on Saturday, Feb. 13, at Oak Hill Memorial Park and Mortuary, San Jose. Expressions of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the National Kidney Foundation (www.kidney.org).


 


 

Mark R. Fraley

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Marlene M. Boyd

Monday, February 15, 2010 9:59 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Marlene M. Boyd, 73, of Cheboygan, passed away Friday, Feb. 12, 2010 at home. Visitation will be Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., with a Rosary beginning at 7p.m. at the Christian Funeral Home.  The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 11 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church. Rev. Paul Megge will officiate, burial will be at St. Francis Cemetery in the spring. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune.  


 


 

Mary E. MacInnes

Sunday, February 14, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Mary Ellen Bargman

Monday, February 1, 2010 10:26 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Mary J. Hinsdale

Friday, February 19, 2010 11:07 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary J. Hinsdale, 69, of Coldwater, died Friday, Feb. 19, 2010 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Coldwater with Rev. Fr. Daniel Doctor officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, Feb. 22, 2010 from 2-8 p.m., with the Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Mary was born Jan. 3, 1941 in Coldwater to Herbert and Edith (Stout) Jepson. She married James Nowak, who preceded her in death in 1976. She then married Larry Hinsdale on Nov. 21, 1986. Mary was a lifelong resident of Coldwater, graduating from St. Charles School in 1959. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse and had worked at the Community Health Center and Dr. Manohar’s office, eventually retiring in 1993 from the Coldwater Regional Center, after many years of nursing. Mary had continued to work in home healthcare, after her retirement, for the Commission On Aging. She was a member of St. Charles Church, where she was active with the Council of Catholic Women and volunteered much of her time at the Burnside Senior Center. Mrs. Hinsdale was a very talented Master Quilter and traveled extensively to learn and advance her quilting skills at trade shows and seminars. She enjoyed dancing, belonging to the Merry Mixers Square Dance Club and loved flowers, gardening and some occasional gambling at the casino. Mary enjoyed spending many winters in Florida, but most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Mary is survived by her husband Larry, her son Jim (Clarissa) Nowak of Bronson, her daughters Margie (James) Marvin of Union City and Mary Kay Nowak of Coldwater, her step-daughters Monica Hinsdale of Coldwater and Linda (Greg) Kochendorfer of Quincy, her brother Mike (Colette) Jepson of Coldwater, her sister Cathy (Brooks) Macklin of Ohio and her grandchildren Zachary Marvin, Mindy Vickery, Chelsea Kochendorfer, DeWayne Mundy and Garrette Kochendorfer. In addition to her first husband, Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Ralph Jepson and her step grandson Gregory Vickery. Memorials may be directed to The CHC Foundation for the Brownie Room. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family online guestbook.


 


 

Mary J. Panone

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Mary J. Panone Mary J. Panone, age 79, died February 18, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Rudio "Rudy" for 44 cherished years. Loving mother of Vince (Ginny) and Frank (Michelle). Proud grandmother of five, and great-grandmother of one. Predeceased by her three dear siblings. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Monday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Road). Share memories with the family at their On-Line Guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com.


 


 

Mary Jane Wolschlager

Monday, February 15, 2010 10:59 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Mary Jane Wolschlager, age 75, passed away at her home  Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, with family by her side. She was born March 1, 1934, in Detroit, to the late Arthur and Alice (Oakes) Comport. Mary Jane was united in marriage to John Wolschlager on May 13, 1978. She graduated from Bad Axe High School in 1954, and attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, John; her children, Leonard (Edna) Nowakowski of California, Vicky Fox of Oklahoma, Forrest Stevens, Kim (John) Fox, Jackie (Kevin) Cregeur and Joe (Ivy) Stevens, all of Bad Axe; 16 grandchildren, Steven, Randy and Christina Fox, Ryan and Ashlynne Stevens, John, Jennifer, Candi, Kaitlin and Skylynn Fox, Kyle Cregeur and Skyler, Sheldon, Austin, Hayden and Lincoln Stevens; 14 great-grandchildren; a brother, Art Comport of Florida; four sisters, Barb Danes of Oklahoma, Alice (Rick) Chase of Northville, Pat Woodby of Dearborn Heights and Rose Marble of Colon. She was preceded in death by a sister in-law, Mary Anne Comport; and brothers in-law Jim Danes, Ron Woodby, Rick Chase and Dick Marble. Visitation will be from 2-9 p.m. Wednesday at MacAlpine Funeral Home, Bad Axe, and 10-11 a.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Mass of Christian burial will be held at  11 a.m. Thursday at the church. Memorials may be offered to the Family Discretionary Fund or the donor’s choice.


 


 

Mary M. Sloma

Saturday, February 20, 2010 1:37 AM 

WASHBURN, Wis. -- Mary M. Sloma, 87, of 420 N. Hemlock St., Ironwood, Mich., died Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at Northern Lights Health Care Center in Washburn. 


 


 

Mary Patricia Hunsanger-Sharp

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM

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Mary Somsel

Tuesday, January 26, 2010 3:38 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Michael Eugene Nienhuis

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Morris L. Meadows

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Morris L. Meadows Morris L. Meadows, age 68, died February 18, 2010. Member of the Roofers Union Local #149. Morris is survived by his sister, Glenna Cordelius; two nieces, two nephews, three great-nieces and one great-nephew; his special friend of 45 years, Beatrice Moore; and his cherished friend, Darnell Downey. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister. Memorial tributes suggested to American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. Arrangements entrusted to the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, downtown Farmington. heeney-sundquist.com


 


 

Myron "Mike" Chornoby

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 12:50 PM 

Myron "Mike" Chornoby, 82, of Johannesburg, died Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010.


 


 

NARSISA "CICI" GONZALES

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

GONZALES, NARSISA "CICI"; of Pontiac; February 18, 2010; age 82. 


 


 

Nancy M. Thompson July 14, 1937-Feb. 18, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 11:08 AM 

Nancy Marie Thompson, 72, of Monroe was called to Heaven at 12:50 p.m. Thursday at her home on South Custer Rd. Her death marked the end of a courageous 2-year battle with ovarian cancer. 


 


 

Naomi 'Noni' Lampson

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Nellie M. Biggs May 6, 1941-Feb. 16, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:46 AM 

Nellie M. Biggs, age 68, of Lambertville, MI, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, February 16, 2010 in Toledo Hospital.


 


 

Norma Rhoda, 77

Friday, February 19, 2010 8:46 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Norma Louise Rhoda, 77, of Holland, died Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, in Resthaven Care Center. Funeral and committal services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave., with Rev. Robert Renberg officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, Feb. 21, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Northwood Chapel. Burial will take place 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.


 


 

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Other deaths

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM

Other deaths Margaret Ann Marquardt, 58, of Mount Clemens, Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, Mount Clemens 


 


 

Ozzie Thomason

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 6:37 AM 

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PAULINE M. "Polly" MANGEN

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

MANGEN, PAULINE M. "Polly"; of White Lake; February 17, 2010; age 78. 


 


 

PERRY LAVERNE ROUSE

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

ROUSE, PERRY LAVERNE; lifelong resident of Lake Orion, Oxford and Ortonville; age 59; peacefully went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his family on February 18, 2010.


 


 

Patricia Ann (Dillon) Skinner

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Paul Fontana

Saturday, February 20, 2010 9:01 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Paul Fontana, 43, passed away Feb. 19, 2010, at Cambridge East Healthcare.  Cremation arrangements are entrusted to J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. 


 


 

Paul R. Willison

Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:18 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Paul R. Willison, 90, of Bronson, died on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. A memorial service will be held on Monday, Feb. 22, 2010 at 11a.m. at the Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson. The family will receive friends on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010 from 4-7 p.m. with a Masonic service to begin at 4 p.m., also at the funeral home. Interment of ashes will be at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater at a later date. Paul was born on June 22, 1919 to Zephna B. and Merle Irene (Davidson) Willison in Detroit. He was raised in Kalamazoo and graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1938. He married Mildred L. Brown in 1941. She preceded him in death in January of 2004, after 63 years of marriage. He served honorably in the U.S. Army for about two years and attended Maher’s Business School, where he received a degree in Business Administration in 1941. Paul had worked for General Motors in Pontiac for three years, L.A. Darling Company in Bronson for 15 years, RB & W Powder Metals in Coldwater for 15 years and retired five years later from his sales corporation, Willison & Associates. He has resided in the Branch County area for over fifty years. He held many offices through the years, serving on the Bronson First United Methodist Church Board, Bronson School Board and the Branch County Board of Commissioners. He was a member and Past President of the Rotary Club of Bronson, was 32nd Degree Mason, a Shiner, was active in the Republican Party, facilitated the Habitat For Humanity Program in Bronson and was a licensed pilot. He was a member of the Branch County Fly Club for many years. Paul enjoyed life to fullest and was a very loving and giving person. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He married his second wife, Donna Weeden, on Aug. 9, 2008. Mr. Willison is survived by his wife Donna, son Douglas Willison and the late Valerie L. Huffman of Tucson, Ariz., daughter-in-law, Margaret Willison-Braman, grandsons Paul “Splash” Willison of Ft. Wayne, Ind., Tyler (Jamie) Willison of Quincy, Cory (Kari) Braman of Nashville, Tenn. and Elliott Braman of Hillsdale, great grandchildren Kailee, Jesse, Landon, Ethan, Isaac, Eli and Noah, half brother Charles Willison of St. Louis, Mo., step-son Steven Hurley of Kinderhook, step-daughters Sue (Roger) Macklin of Quincy and Sheri (Calvin) Lincoln of Bronson and step-grandchildren Jason, Amie and Alex. In addition to his first wife Mildred, he was preceded in death by his parents and son Rick Willison in 1985. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Bronson First United Methodist Church, the Rotary Club of Bronson or the Shiners Hospital. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a memory in the family online guest book.


 


 

Paul Richard Garrett

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Peter Paul Andrezejewski

Friday, February 19, 2010 6:40 AM 

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Phillis M. (Knapp) Goodemoot

Saturday, February 20, 2010 3:22 AM 

Phillis M. (Knapp) Goodemoot, 63, of Midland, died Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, at MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Phillis M. Goodemoot

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 12:38 PM

Phillis M. Goodemoot, 63, of Midland, died Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, at MidMichigan Medical Center. 


 


 

Priscilla S. Seiler, 92

Monday, February 15, 2010 8:33 AM 

Priscilla S. Seiler, 92, of East Jordan, died Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility. 


 


 

Quintin A. Walker II, 41

Thursday, February 11, 2010 8:33 AM 

Quintin A. Walker II, 41, of Charlevoix, died Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010, at his home. 


 


 

Quintin Walker, 43

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 9:15 AM 

Quintin Walker, 43, of Charlevoix, passed away at his home. 


 


 

RACHEL K. GUINN

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

GUINN, RACHEL K.; age 89; of Holly; died Sunday, February 14, 2010.


 


 

RALPH H McINTYRE

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

McINTYRE, RALPH H., age 87; of White Lake. Born on October 3, 1922 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on February 19, 2010 in White Lake, Michigan. 


 


 

RICHARD EUGENE BOWLES

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

BOWLES, RICHARD EUGENE; age 86; of Oxford; February 19, 2010. 


 


 

RONALD E. LaBARGE

Saturday, February 20, 2010 1:11 AM 

LaBARGE, RONALD E.; age 74; of White Lake; passed away February 18, 2010.


 


 

Rachel L. Frost

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Raymond A. Schroeder

Friday, February 19, 2010 6:40 AM

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Raymond L. Leeper

Friday, February 19, 2010 9:32 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Raymond L. Leeper, age 77, of Burr Oak, loving husband of Dorothy Leeper, passed away Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at Sturgis Hospital. He was born Feb. 28, 1932, in Chicago, a son to the late Charles and Edna (Smock) Leeper. Raymond has been a resident of Burr Oak since 1994, previously living in Chesterton, Ind.,  for 17 years and prior to that in Portage, Ind., for 40 years. On Nov. 22, 1972, in Burr Oak he married Dorothy King. He was a retired member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers. Some of the popular construction projects he was involved in were the McCormick Place, White Sox Park, both in Chicago, and Oprah Winfrey’s home in Rolling Prairie, Ind. Raymond enjoyed his work and during his retirement enjoyed fishing, golfing, and playing cards. Raymond was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the American Legion Post 260, the V.F.W. Post, and past member of the Moose all in Portage, Ind. Surviving are his wife, Dorothy; son, Dennis Leeper; daughter, Debra Leeper; five step-children, Antionette Hart (Bill Basham) of Sturgis, Edward (Pam) Strudas, Myrtle (Curt) Zehner, and Michael Strudas, all of Chesterton, Ind., and Jeanne (Dennis) Root of Sturgis; step-grandchildren, Raychael (Joe) Schmidt, Ricky (Julie) Hart, Amber (Dennis) Wendling, Amy Zehner, Edward Strudas III, Mark Strudas, Emily Strudas, Michael (Tara) Strudas, Kera Strudas, Jena Root, Cass Root, and Cole Root; two step-great-grandchildren, Kaeden and Brooklynn; three brothers, Harvey (Dorothy) Leeper, Robert (Mary) Leeper, Larry (Ruth) Leeper, all of Portage, Ind.; one sister, Delores Rich of Dallas, Ore.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Gene, Glenn, and Lee Leeper. A memorial service by his family will be held this summer by the lake he enjoyed and he will be remembered in our hearts daily.  If desired the family suggest memorial donations be directed to the Sturgis Hospital Foundation, 916 Myrtle Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Rebecca A. Widrig Feb. 18, 2010

Saturday, February 20, 2010 12:55 AM 

WIDRIG, Rebecca A., age 42, of New Boston, died February 18, 2010. 


 


 

Rev. Rohn D. Peterson

Saturday, February 20, 2010 3:22 AM 

Taftsville, VT- Rev. Rohn D. Peterson, Taftsville, Vt., passed away peacefully on the morning of Feb. 17, 2010, following an extended battle with cancer. 


 


 

Richard E. Spencer

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Richard L. Roush

Tuesday, February 9, 2010 6:38 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Richard Roush, 84, of Cheboygan, died Monday, Feb. 8, 2010 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be planed for a time in the spring and will be announced then. Read more HERE in Wednesday’s Tribune.


 


 

Robert D. Bardell

Friday, February 19, 2010 1:30 AM 

ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Robert D. Bardell, 74, of White Pine, died Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital in Ontonagon.


 


 

Robert E. Tighe

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 6:37 AM 

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Robert F. Harmer

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Robert S. Fennell

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 10:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Robert S. Fennell, age 81, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday morning, Feb. 17, 2010, at his home following a hard fought battle with cancer. He was born Feb. 3, 1929, in Sturgis, Mich., a son to the late Frank and Alma (Adams) Fennell. Bob was a lifelong resident of Sturgis. On May 28, 1952, he married Phyllis Coombs in Sturgis. He was a dedicated employee of G.F. Business Forms in Sturgis for 25 years until the business closed. He retired from Rood Industries also in Sturgis. He enjoyed playing Euchre, yard work and flower and vegetable gardening and was one to never pass up a bowl of ice cream. In 1990 he received the Sturgis Exchange Club Keep Sturgis Beautiful Award. Bob had an extensive collection of steins and beer memorabilia and signs. He had a true appreciation for animals and enjoyed watching birds and always had pets in his home. Mr. Fennell’s family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Hospice of Sturgis for the outstanding care that Bob received and the support that they also received. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 57, Phyllis; one daughter, Judy (Charles) Benton of Colon; one grandson, Brian Robert Benton of Colon; three step-grandchildren, his Poodle Tinkerbell; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister,  Peggy Gordon; and one brother, Fredrick Fennell. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. Saturday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. A memorial service celebrating the life of Robert Fennell will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. The Rev. Robert Keim will officiate. Private burial of the ashes will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Fennell’s memory consider Hospice of Sturgis, P.O. Box 126, Sturgis, MI 49091, American Cancer Society 1400 West Milham, Kalamazoo, MI 49024 or Pet Haven, P.O. Box 853, Sturgis, MI 49091. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Roger D. Slagle

Monday, February 1, 2010 10:27 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

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.


 


 

Ronald A. Hollenbeck

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Ross V. Maltby

Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:09 AM 

Ross V. Maltby, 85, died Feb. 14, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Marie (Browne); children, Terry (Betsy), Randy (Sheila), Don (Diane) and Barbara Miller (Cameron); six stepsons; 26 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.


 


 

Roy E. Sugnet

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 12:38 PM 

Roy E. Sugnet, 81, of Midland, died early Saturday morning, Feb. 13, 2010, at Brittany Manor Nursing Home. He was born on Aug. 30, 1928, in Midland, son of the late Roy E. Sr. and Anita (DeVore) Sugnet. 


 


 

Ruby Belford, 91

Monday, February 15, 2010 9:47 AM 

Ruby Belford, age 91, of Boyne City, died at home Feb. 15, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. 


 


 

Ruby May Belford, 91

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 10:43 AM 

Ruby May Belford, 91 loving wife, mother and grandmother died peacefully at her home Feb. 15, 2010, surrounded by her loving family.


 


 

Ruth Hoffman, 89

Sunday, February 21, 2010 5:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Ruth Hoffman, age 89, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2010 in Kalamazoo, MI. Memorial services will be 1 pm Saturday, February 27, 2010, at Beechwood Reformed Church with the Rev. Marvin Beukelman officiating. Burial was in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will follow the service. Arrangements are by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Northwood 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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Sharon R. Williams

Friday, February 12, 2010 12:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Sharon Ruth Williams, of Brentwood, Tenn., formerly of Hillsdale, Mich. and Oldsmar, Fla., passed away Feb 9, 2010, at the Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tenn. Sharon spent much of her life working for and supporting the family business (Hillsdale Market House). She loved golf and playing bridge with her friends. Sharon’s kind and generous spirit was evident to everyone. She enjoyed volunteering for charities including the Salvation Army. Sharon was active with the Women Commissioners for Hillsdale College and helped raise funds for scholarships through their annual rummage sale. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Ruth Pearson. She is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, Philip O. Williams; four daughters, Rita Williams, Calif., Karan Boyd, Mich., Anita (Steve) Elliott, Tenn., and Mindi Meyer, Fla.; her brother, Robert (Tonya) Pearson and sister, Marilyn Jacobus (Tony) Flynn. She has nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Cremation services took place in Brentwood, Tenn. and a memorial service will be conducted at a later date in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 160 E. Bacon Road or the Women Commissioners at Hillsdale College, 33 East College St., Hillsdale, MI 49242.


 


 

Shirley A. Schmidt

Thursday, February 18, 2010 4:07 PM 

Mrs. Shirley A. Schmidt of Lewiston died Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010, at McReynolds Hall. She was 88. 


 


 

Sister Marie (Marie Carmel) Dunigan, IHM Feb. 1, 1916-Feb. 18, 2010

Saturday, February 20, 2010 12:55 AM 

Monroe, Mich. – Sister Marie Dunigan, IHM, 94, died Thursday, Feb. 18, in the IHM Health Care Center, Monroe. She had been in the care of Mercy Memorial Hospice Care of Monroe.


 


 

Sister Marie Dunigan, IHM

Friday, February 19, 2010 6:40 AM 

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Suellyn Howard Aug. 21, 1950-Feb. 15, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:43 AM 

Suellyn Howard, age 59 of Johnson City Tennessee formerly of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord after a long battle with cancer on Monday, February 15, 2010 at her home.


 


 

Sun Shun Tam

Sunday, February 21, 2010 7:04 AM 

Sun Shun Tam Sun Shun Tam, age 80, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2010, surrounded by her loving family members. Beloved mother of Ling Ling Lam and Patrick (Karen) Lee. Cherished grandmother of Damon, Derrick, Kenny and Senny. Also survived by many loving cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her late husband, Sheung Lee Kwok; and son-in-law, Bing On Lam. She was born on August 17, 1929 in Taishan, Guangdong Province, China, and immigrated to the United States in July 1982. Visitation is scheduled for Monday, February 22, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the A. H. Peters Funeral Home, 32000 Schoenherr, Warren, until the time of funeral at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Memorial Gardens, 17840 Middlebelt, Livonia. Sun was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, cousin and friend. She dedicated her life to those she loved and treated all she knew with respect. She was a proud business owner and worked diligently in her career to serve her clients. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Please share a memory or offer your condolences to the family at their online guestbook at www.ahpeters.com.


 


 

TWILA D. ZYSK

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

ZYSK, TWILA D.; age 63; of Royal Oak; passed away February 16, 2010 at Wm. Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. 


 


 

Thelma Irene Nichols

Saturday, February 20, 2010 9:14 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Thelma Irene Nichols, age 70, of Alliance passed away at 3:53 a.m. Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at her home. She was born Sept. 23, 1939, in Adrian, Mich., to Harlow Benjamin and Irene Ester (Dickerson) Anderson. Thelma was a 1957 graduate of Adrian High School in Michigan, and Atwater Church of the Nazarene was her church family. She loved to read, bake and send cards. Survivors include her husband, Lowell Edward Nichols, of Alliance, whom she married Feb. 17, 1957; sons, the Rev. Lynn (Penny) Nichols of Tampa, Fla., and Gary (Beth) Nichols of Jackson Twp.; daughters, Connie (Ron) Flack of Canton and Chris (Rev. Rob) Merki of Thurmont, Md.; mother, Irene E. Anderson of Hudson, Mich.; sister, Jeannine (Phil) Folkert of Hudson, Mich.; sister-in-law, Kathy Anderson of Hudson, Mich.;  brothers, James (Martha) H. Anderson of Hudson, Mich., Roger A. (Sue) Anderson of St. Johns, Mich., the Rev. Norm (Bonnie) Anderson of Hills, Iowa, and Randy H. Anderson of Leslie, Mich.; 12 grandchildren, including Melissa Warren of Sagamore Hills, Ohio; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her father and brother, Steven R. Anderson. Services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral Home with Pastor Neil Taylor of the Atwater Church of the Nazarene officiating. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday. Services will also be held at noon Monday at the Rollin Friends Church in Addison, Mich., with Norm Anderson, Thelma’s brother, officiating, with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Park in Adrian, Mich., on Monday. Arrangements are by Cassaday-Turkle-Christian Funeral Home, 75 S. Union Ave. Alliance, Ohio 44601. Friends may register online at www.ctcfuneral.com.  


 


 

Thomas John Adams

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 12:38 PM 

Thomas John Adams, 79, of Midland, died Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, at his home. Tom was born Dec. 20, 1930, in Lansing, to the late Henry and Agnes M. (Zarembo) Adams. He attended Lansing schools and graduated from DeVry Technical Institute with a degree in electronics. He served in the United States Air Force for six years. Tom was employed by the Burroughs Corporation as a computer systems engineer. Later he worked as a computer systems analyst at The Dow Chemical Company. He retired in 1988. His favorite retirement activities were spending time with his grandchildren, playing golf and watching the Berryhilll American Legion baseball team.


 


 

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TRAVERSE CITY — Joan A. Van Dyke, 79, of Traverse City, formerly of Livonia, passed away in her home Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, with the caring help of Munson Hospice. Joan is survived by her two daughters, Gair Van Dyke and Lea (Gary) Wood; daughter-in-law, Ann Van Dyke; and three grandsons, Tim Wood, Scott Van Dyke and Paul Van Dyke. After retiring from the Livonia Public School System as a teacher's assistant for special education, she and her husband, Bob moved to Traverse City in 1983. Joan led a very active and rewarding life as a volunteer for several organizations, Munson Medical Center (Pain Clinic), RSVP, Maritime Heritage Alliance, the Schooner Madeline and the Traverse City Symphony Orchestra. Joan became a licensed Amateur Radio Operator and belonged to the Cherryland Amateur Radio Club, of which her husband was also a member. Joan enjoyed woodworking, creating cherished items for friends and family. In recent years she formed wonderful friendships through her activities as a Red Hatter. Her friendly chatter and spirit will be missed. Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Van Dyke Sr.; and her son, Robert Van Dyke Jr. Those wishing to honor her memory with a charitable contribution are asked to consider Cherryland Amateur Radio Club, 1114 Peninsula Dr., Traverse City, MI 49686; or Munson Hospice, 210 Beaumont St., Traverse City, MI 49684. Please visit Joan's online guest book at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com to share thoughts and condolences with the family. The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home.


 


 

Vaughan Tufts, 86

Thursday, February 11, 2010 8:32 AM 

Vaughan Tufts, 86 of Petoskey, died Feb. 8, 2010, at Charlevoix Area Hospital surrounded by his loving family.


 


 

Vaughn D. Kuster

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 1:42 AM 

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. -- Vaughn D. Kuster, 89, of Winter Haven, formerly of Bessemer, Mich., died Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010, in Auburndale.


 


 

Vernon Baarman, 82

Sunday, February 21, 2010 5:30 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Vernon J. “Bud” Baarman, 82, of Huntington, formerly of Michigan, died Thursday, February 18, 2010 at St. Mary’s Medical Center.   Services will be held 3:00 p.m. Monday, February 22, 2010 at the Beverly Hills Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Cinda Harkless officiating. Entombment will follow in Ridgelawn Abbey of Devotion. Friends may call Monday 1:00 p.m. until service time. Klingel-Carpenter Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.   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.


 


 

Vivian G. Lewis

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 9:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Vivian Gertrude Lewis, 104, formerly of Allen, passed away Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, at Drews Place in Hillsdale.  She was born Jan. 11, 1906 near Celina, Ohio to John and Mary (Dine) Raudabaugh.  She was married July 1, 1934 to Wayne Leslie Lewis, he preceded her in death Jan. 18, 1993. Vivian graduated from Celina High School and The Ohio State University in 1928.  Prior to her marriage she was a teacher in Troy, Ohio.  After a move to Michigan (first Girard and then Jonesville in 1941) and child rearing, she resumed teaching in Litchfield and Jonesville.  She retired from teaching in 1968 after a career of 20 years.  In addition, Vivian was an active partner with Wayne on the farm.  She was a life long ardent Buckeye fan, enjoyed traveling with Wayne, and attended many school/athletic events supporting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Vivian was an active member of the Jonesville United Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, Roger (Norma) Lewis of Jonesville and Doug (Carol) Lewis of Cary, North Carolina; two daughters, Mary Jo (Jerry) Godfrey of Hudson and Carol (Jim) Helmer of Petoskey;  14 beloved grandchildren, Becky (Mike) Sprow, Dave (Cindy) Godfrey, Nancy (Steve) Eshelman, Shari (Tom) Kline, Bruce (Jennie) Lewis, Pam (Deric) Righter, Steve (Nina) Helmer, Tom (Sandy) Helmer, Dave (Beth) Helmer, Brian Lewis, Matt (Jenny) Lewis, Mike (Jenny) Lewis, Brandyn Lewis and Chaitra Lewis; 30 great-grandchildren; eight great great-grandchildren and sister-in-law, Julianna Raudabaugh. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Wayne; three brothers, Duard, Gerald and Robert; two sisters, Beatrice and Rhea; grandson, Greg and great-grandson, Tyler. Funeral services for Vivian Lewis will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Jonesville United Methodist Church with Pastor Craig Pahl officiating.  Interment will follow at the Sunset View Cemetery in Jonesville.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Jonesville United Methodist Church or Hospice of Hillsdale County.  


 


 

WILLIAM R EVEN

Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:05 AM 

EVEN, WILLIAM R.; age 71; of Lake Orion; passed away February 14, 2010. 


 


 

Walter Robert Plowman

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Wava E. Borgert

Thursday, February 11, 2010 11:44 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

Wava Elaine Borgert, age 85, a lifelong resident of Sturgis, and Burr Oak, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village. She was born Jan. 10, 1925, in Sturgis, a daughter to the late William and Mable (Snook) Steinke. Wava was a graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1942 and on March 28, 1946, in Sturgis, she married Frank W. Borgert Jr. He passed away Dec. 19, 1993. Her life’s work and passion was owning and operating  Steinke Resort in Burr Oak, where she especially enjoyed working the candy store so she could interact with people, young and old, and express her favorite saying “Bless your Heart.” Surviving are two sons, John (Kathy) Borgert and James (Karen) Borgert, both of Burr Oak; one daughter, Judy Winkler and Jim Brown of Sturgis; four grandchildren, Charles Borgert, Michael (Jenni) Borgert, Jamie Borgert, and Kyle Borgert; brother-in-law, Dan (LaVonne) Borgert; two sister-in-laws, Lucille (Robert) Robinson and Betty Steinke. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Wilbur Steinke. The family will receive friends and relatives from 7- 9 p.m. today at the Hackman Family Funeral Home - Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. A time of gathering for family and friends will also be held from 2-4 p.m. Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church, 1320 S. Lakeview, Sturgis, where memorial services celebrating the life of Wava Borgert will be held immediately following the gathering at 4 p.m., with The Rev. Michael Wicks, officiating. Private burial will take place in South Colon Cemetery, Colon. The family suggest memorial donations be directed to Thurston Woods Village, Heartland Hospice, or the First Presbyterian Church, envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

Wayne K. Kline

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Wayne T. Sheldon

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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Willard P. "Bill" Hall

Sunday, February 21, 2010 6:49 AM 

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William A. 'Wild Bill' Sievers

Thursday, February 18, 2010 1:26 AM 

MARQUETTE, Mich. --   William A. "Wild Bill" Sievers, 58, of 316 Lake Ave., Ironwood, entered eternal life Monday, Feb. 15, 2010   at Marquette General Hospital. 


 


 

William B. Campbell Jr. Feb. 18, 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010 10:43 AM 

William B. Campbell Jr., 53, of Monroe died at 6:57 a.m. Thursday at home. 


 


 

William B. Campbell Jr. Oct. 2, 1956-Feb. 18, 2010

Saturday, February 20, 2010 12:55 AM 

William B. Campbell, Jr., age 53 of Monroe, died at 6:57 a.m. Thursday in his home. He had been in poor health for the last year.


 


 

William J. Crimmins

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 6:36 AM 

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William M. Nedeau

• William M. Nedeau, 50, of Ludington, died today, Feb. 18. Oak Grove Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....


 


 

William R. Bigger

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 11:23 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. 

William Ralph Bigger, age 77, of Howe, Ind., passed away Monday evening, Feb. 15, 2010, at the Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange, Ind. He was born Feb. 24, 1932, in Moline, Ill., a son to Floyd and Josephine Bigger. Bill had resided in Olney, Texas for 27 years and returned to the Sturgis and Howe area in 1988. On Aug 23, 1974, he married to Delores M. Chamberlain in Vernon, Texas. She died March 23, 2004. On Feb. 22, 2008, he married Evelyn (Cross) Persing in Centreville. Bill was a truck driver by trade, a job he truly enjoyed. He was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He loved his teacup Chihuahua Sassy also known as “Killer.” He is survived by his loving wife Evelyn; step-daughter, Jan Taylor of Olney, Texas; several grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife; two sisters, Betty Jo and Beatrice; and two brothers, James and Everett. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of William Bigger will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. The Rev. Michael Wicks of the First Presbyterian Church in Sturgis will officiate. Full Military honors will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Army Honor Guard. Private burial of the ashes will take place at Marcellus Cemetery in Marcellus. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Bigger’s memory consider the charity of one’s choice. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.  


 


 

William 'Bill' T. Mileski

Monday, February 15, 2010 10:57 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc.

William “Bill” T. Mileski, 79, of Bronson, died on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, Feb. 15, at St. Mary of Assumption Church in Bronson with Rev. Fr. Richard Fritz officiating. Interment followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery, also in Bronson. V Bill was born on Sept. 24, 1930, to Alex and Helen Mileski in Cadogan, PA. He married Mary L. Zapora on October 7, 1950. He was a member of St. Mary of Assumption Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus in Bronson. Mr. Mileski is survived by his daughters, Helen (Stephen) Barricklow of Katy, Texas, Karen (Rick) Hart of Mendon, and Cathy (Gary) Miller of Colon; 10 grandchildren and eight great-granchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, two sisters and two brothers. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Mary’s Catholic School. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a memory in the family online guest book.


 


 

Wilma M. McIntosh

Wilma M. McIntosh, 83, of Ludington, passed away Friday, Feb. 19 at Oakview Medical Care Facility after a lengthy illness. Wilma M. Mayrand was born on May 12, 1926 in Manistee and married to William ...

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