Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
HUGGINS, ANN; of Waterford; March 18, 2010; at 70 years of age. Wife of the late Charles Huggins; loving mother of Suzanne (Donald) Parsons of West Bloomfield; beloved sister of Joan Milam of Livonia and Charles (Pat) Wendling of Livonia; treasured grandmother of Makenzie and Drew Parsons. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 8:46 AM |
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• Dorothy M. Burnett, 79, of Ludington, died Wednesday, March 17 in Grand Rapids. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
PAULOSKI, CALVIN A.; age 83; of Oxford; March 18, 2010. A 1944 graduate of Rochester High School and a Navy Veteran of World War II. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
ERICKSON, CATHY C. (nee Chudy); age 60; passed away March 14, 2010; at home, after a long battle with cancer. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Carl L. Sandula Carl L. Sandula, age 81, longtime resident of Dryden, formerly of Fraser, died peacefully March 16, 2010 in Ferguson Convalescent Home of Lapeer surrounded by the love of his family. Carl is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Marianne; dearest children, Mark (Kathy), Randy (Carolyn) and Craig (Susan); cherished grandchildren, Kelly (David), Brandon (Becky), Amanda, Jessica, Stephen, Michael and Allison; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Declan and Macy; and dear siblings, Midge and Louise. He was preceded in death by his brother, Philip; sister, Francis; and grandson, Ryan Carl. A memorial gathering will be held at Dryden United Methodist Church at 5400 Main Street, Dryden, MI on Saturday, March 27, 2010, at 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11a.m. Memorials may be addressed to Dryden United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 98, Dryden, MI 48428; or Alzhiemer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090. Arrangements were entrusted with the Faulmann and Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home of Fraser. Share memories at www.faulmannwalsh.com. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Carl Romano Carl Romano, age 79, a resident of Clinton Township, Michigan and Fountain Hills, Arizona, died March 19, 2010. Mr. Romano was a long-standing member of the Utica-Shelby Kiwanis Club as well as the Fountain Hills, AZ Kiwanis Club. He is the founder of Audio Sentry Corporation, which began in 1959. Mr. Romano was also a founding member of the Burglar Fire Alarm Association of Michigan or (BFAAM). He was a graduate of Grosse Pointe High School. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Dorothy. Children, Jim (Diane) Anderson, John (Debbie) Romano, Tony Romano, Richard (Martha) Romano, Anita (David) Cadez, Susan DiSano, Michael (Linda) Romano and Maria (Larry) Lappin. Grandfather of 21 and great-grandfather of 12. Also survived by many loving brothers and sister-in-laws and nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday, March 21, 2010 from 1-9 p.m. and Monday, March 22, 2010 from 12-9 p.m. at Lee-Ellena Funeral Home, 46530 Romeo Plank (south of 21 Mile), Macomb. Rosary at 7 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. A funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 12:30 p.m. at St. Ronald Catholic Church, 17701 15 Mile Road, Clinton Township. Burial will take place at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit. In lieu of flowers, donations being accepted at the caringbridge.org |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 6:06 AM |
March 12, 1928-March 15, 2010 Catherine (Kay) L. Potter, age 82, of Alma, passed away March 15, 2010, at the Gratiot Community Center of natural causes. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 6:53 AM |
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Charles E. Payne, age 103, longtime Litchfield resident, died Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at Haywood Regional Medical Center, Clyde N.C.  He was born Oct. 21, 1906 in Cambria to William Deforest and Mazie A. (Carruthers) Payne.  Charles graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1925 and the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1931.  A retired Navy Captain, he served 24 years in the U.S. Navy, including tours of duty on the east and west coasts, as well as in Hawaii.  Upon retirement, Charles took an interest in gardening, carpentry and fishing.  He belonged to the Litchfield Congregational Church, was a life member (over 60 years) of the Franklin Masonic Lodge 40, F & AM, life member of the American Dental Association, the Emeritus Club at the University of Michigan, and the Harry S. Kelley American Legion Post of Litchfield. In 1935 he married Josephine (LaFleur) and she preceded him in death in 1999.  He then married Barbara (Black) and she survives, along with one daughter,  Josette “Jody” Payne of Boulder, Colo.; one son, Dr. Winston (Ginny) Payne of Asheville, N.C.; six grandchildren, Alyson Robinson, Lauren and Derek Payne, Heather Schuler, Julie and Todd Mallon; two great-grandchildren, Thomas Robinson and Caitlyn. He was also preceded in death by two sisters. Visitation will be held from 1:30 p.m. until 3 p.m. (including a Masonic Service of Remembrance at 2 p.m.) Saturday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield. Following the service there will be graveside services and military honors at 3:30 p.m. in Mount Hope Cemetery, Litchfield.    |
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Charles Roy Edson, 71, of Onaway, formerly of White Lake, died at home Thursday, March 4, 2010. Arrangement are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.   |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Clarence D. Barr Clarence D. Barr, Jr., age 84, of New Baltimore (64 years), died March 19, 2010 at home. Born May 17, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan. He was employed by Chrysler Corporation as a Tool & Die maker for 35 years. Member of St. Mary Queen of Creation Church, AMVETS, VFW Post 6180 of Port Richey, FL, American Legion Post 335; U.S. Marine, served World War II. Survived by children, Eileen Robichaud of New Baltimore and Richard Clayes; 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald Barr of Mio, MI. Predeceased by wife, Norma in 2003; and son, Don C. Barr in 1987. Visitation 2:30-9 p.m. Monday, March 22, 2010 at Gendernalik Funeral Home, 35259 23 Mile Road, New Baltimore. Instate 10:30 a.m. with Liturgy at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at Immaculate Conception Church, 7051 Church Road, Ira Township. Father Tomasz Maka officiating. |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 2:34 AM |
MARQUETTE, Mich. -- Clarence Dale Broemer, 77, of Mass City, died Monday, March 15, 2010, at the Marquette General Health System. |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 2:30 AM |
MARQUETTE, Mich. -- Craig Daniel Martinson, infant newborn son of Daniel and Angela (Rigoni) Martinson of Gladstone, and former Ironwood residents, died Monday, March 8, 2010, in the neonatal intensive care unit at Marquette General Hospital. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 2:57 PM |
ZOLL, DENNIS WILLIAM; age 75; passed away after a valiant year and a half battle with cancer on March 19, 2010; at the Genesys Hospice Care in Goodrich, MI. He was born April 26, 1934 in Waukon, Iowa. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 8:46 AM |
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Deborah D. Gallan July 16, 1955-Feb. 24, 2010 Friday, March 19, 2010 12:06 PM |
Deborah D. Gallan, 54, of Navarre, FL, formerly of Monroe, LaSalle, & Temperance, passed away Wednesday, February 24th after an 8-month battle with cancer. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 6:06 AM |
Nov. 28, 1959-March 20, 2010 Dennis Michael Ecklin, age 50, of Harrison, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at the MidMichigan Regional Medical Center in Midland. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 6:06 AM |
Oct. 2, 1945-March 20, 2010 Diane E. Latham, 64, went to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at her home after fighting a long illness and succumbing in the end to cancer. |
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Friday, March 19, 2010 6:38 AM |
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Donald A. Hein, 88, of Holland, died Saturday, March 20, 2010, at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Mulder Chapel, 188 W. 32nd St. Interment in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation is 7 to 9 p.m. today at the chapel. www.lifestorynet.com |
Sunday, March 14, 2010 7:06 AM |
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Donald A. Hein, 88, of Holland, died Saturday, March 20, 2010, at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans.    Funeral and military services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street, Holland. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will be 7-9 pm Monday at the 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. |
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Donald J. Schappacher, 74, of Bonita Springs, Fla. and Mackinaw City, passed away on March 8 after a brief struggle with cancer at his Florida home surrounded by those he loved. Read more HERE in Tuesday’s Tribune. |
Monday, March 15, 2010 9:30 AM |
Donald J. Schappacher, 74, of Bonita Springs, Fla., and Mackinaw City, passed away on March 8, 2010, after a brief struggle with cancer at his Florida home surrounded by those he loved. |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 9:09 AM |
Donna S. Albro, 58, of East Jordan, died Monday, March 15, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Doris A. Spieth, age 95, of Hillsdale, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at Drews Place. She was born Feb. 28, 1915 in Reading. Funeral arrangements for Doris A. Spieth are pending at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 11:18 PM - Amy Bell, Staff Writer |
Doris (Hickok) Spieth, age 95, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010, under the loving care of the staff at Drew’s Place in Hillsdale. She was the daughter of Elisha and Grace (Crapo) Hickok, was born in Reading, Feb. 28, 1915 and grew up on the farm near Camden. She attended the “Divine School” (one-room, first-to-eighth grade) in Woodbridge Township and graduated from Reading High School in 1931. She had two older brothers, both now deceased: Glenn Hickok of Ionia and Lloyd Hickok of Long Lake (Reading). She was married on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 29, 1934, to Walter Spieth and has lived in Hamilton, Ohio; Hillsdale; East Lansing; Sydney, Australia, Long Lake (Reading); Muncie, Ind., and Spring Arbor, before her return to Hillsdale. Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Walter, and by two sons, Phil and Terry. She is survived by a son, Steve (Jenny) Spieth of Georgetown, Ky. and daughter, Marilyn (Stephen) Hukill of Hillsdale. She had seven grandchildren: Tracy Leslie, Dave Spieth, Joel Spieth, Sarah Spieth, Chris Spieth, Laura Hunt and Graham Hukill, and 10 great-grandchildren. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and worked at the Hillsdale Community Health Center and later was an office nurse for Drs. Trapp and Henelt. A lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church, she was an active volunteer in many areas: in her church as a Sunday school teacher and as a daeacon; helping to provide many wonderful church suppers and other volunteer events; working with the Red Cross, local schools and camps and assisting in many other capacities in the community where there was need. Doris enjoyed entertaining and participating in local clubs (dance, canasta and bridge), attending community events, and has traveled extensively. There will be a memorial service for Doris at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 2010 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hillsdale with a luncheon to follow. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Donations may be made in her memory to Hospice of Hillsdale County, or to the First Presbyterian Church. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
Dorothy Louise (Pelko) Hayes, 87 Monday, March 15, 2010 9:42 AM |
Dorothy Louise (Pelko) Hayes, age 87, of Ada and Carp Lake, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010, in Grand Rapids. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hamilton Hayes, and two brothers, Albert Pelko and Arthur Pelko, both of Indianapolis Ind. |
Dorothy M. Burnett, 79, of Scottville, passed away Wednesday, March 17 at 5:14 p.m. in St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids after a brief illness. Dorothy M. Boroff was born on Sept. 16, 1930 in Mount ... |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 6:57 AM |
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Douglas Alan Ladd Dec. 25, 1963-March 18, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 12:02 AM |
Douglas Alan Ladd, 46 yrs, of Petersburg, died Thursday. |
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Douglas J. Strong, 89, of Mount Dora, Fla., passed away on Monday, March 15, 2010. He was born in Coldwater on Jan. 7, 1921, to the late Roswell B. and Marie (Jucket) Strong. Mr. Strong attended Coldwater Schools, Cass Tech-Detroit, Wayne State University and University of Detroit. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force, flying combat missions over Europe. He received two distinguished Flying Cross Awards and 11 Air Medals. Mr. Strong spent 30 years in the Foundry Industry. Through the years, he was president of Foundries Materials Co.; president and general manager of Homer Furnace & Foundry Corp.; president of Coldwater Brass Co; and president of Ideal Pump Co. Mr. Strong was extremely active and served on numerous boards to include director, Branch County Bank; director/vice chairman, Coldwater Board of Public Utilities; president, Branch County Industries Association; president, Coldwater Chamber of Commerce; chapter chairman, American Foundrymans Society; chairman, Central Michigan Foundry Management Association; chairman, Coldwater United Way Fund; director of branch, County Cancer Society; president of Lake County, Fla., Aviation Association; and served two years as a counselor of SCORE, SBA Division. Mr. Strong’s hobby was flying. He was a licensed commercial pilot. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Joyce L. Strong, and two sons, Douglas R. Strong and David Strong. His second wife, Elaine M. Strong, also preceded him in death after 16 years of marriage. Mr. Strong is survived by his son, Samuel D. Strong; daughter, Sarah Jane Loomis; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 19, at 10:30 a.m. at the Waterman Village Lodge in Mount Dora, Fla. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alliance Healthcare Foundation, 600 E. Dixie Avenue, Leesburg, FL 34747 to support Leesburg Regional Medical Center.     Arrangements are by Allen J. Harden Funeral Home, 1800 N. Donnelly Street, Mount Dora, FL 32757, (352) 383-8178, www.allenjharden.com.   |
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 6:53 AM |
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Edna E. Wisneski, age 87 years, of Adrian passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2010, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility in Adrian. Edna was born on Feb. 19, 1923, in Jacksonville, N.C., the daughter of Leslie and Nettie (Waters) Wood. Edna met her husband, Leo J. Wisneski while working in the finance office at Camp Butner, N.C. They were married on Feb. 12, 1944. He preceded her in death on July 21, 1978. Edna served many years as secretary of the St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Ironwood, Mich. She enjoyed knitting and in her later years, made dish rags and afghans, which everyone enjoyed receiving. Edna was a dedicated homemaker, wife and mother. She will be dearly missed. Surviving are her two daughters, Linda Booth of Bristol, Wis., and Elizabeth Mills of Onsted, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, three brothers, one sister and six grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Private services will be held at a later date. While only at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility for eight days, the family would like to thank all the staff for their special care and kindness. Memorials are suggested to American Diabetes Foundation. Arrangements were entrusted to Dunn Chapel, Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Onsted. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at www.brownvanhemert.com. |
Edna Marie (Pfisterer) Roth March 12, 1925-March 16, 2010 Friday, March 19, 2010 11:50 AM |
Edna Marie (Pfisterer) Roth, age 85, passed away Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 at MediLodge of Monroe. She was a longtime resident of Ohio, moving to Michigan in 1973. |
Edna S. Fahnestock March 19, 2010 Friday, March 19, 2010 11:49 AM |
Edna S. Fahnestock of Carleton died this morning. Arrangements by Arthur Bobcean Funeral Home Inc., Carleton Chapel. |
Edna Shirley Fahnestock Nov. 24, 1935-March 19, 2010 Saturday, March 20, 2010 1:43 AM |
Edna Shirley Fahnestock, age 74 of Carleton, died on Friday in Brownstown. |
Sunday, March 14, 2010 7:06 AM |
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Monday, March 15, 2010 9:35 AM |
Eleanore G. Petrowski, 82, of Petoskey, died March 13, 2010, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
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Elizabeth Jean “Betty” Bur, 79, of Cheboygan, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital.  Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Friday, March 12, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Riggsville, with Rev. Paul Megge officiating. Visitation with the family will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial contributions in Betty’s name may be directed to the church. Read more HERE in Wednesday’s Tribune. |
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Elma Pearl Geerts, age 85, of Holland, died Saturday, March 20, 2010 at Heritage Nursing Home in Zeeland.    Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Avenue. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, at the Northwood Chapel. Burial will take place in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.   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. |
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Elmer Jesse Raymond, 72, of Jonesville passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at his home. He was born Sept. 11, 1937 in Hillsdale to Jesse and Alta (Scholfield) Raymond. Elmer was a former employee of Addison Products. Elmer is survived by a daughter, Stacey (John) Ruettinger of Jonesville; two sons, Lee Raymond of Jonesville and Lyle Raymond of Hillsdale; two sisters, Teri (George) Lutz of Washington and Violet Raymond of Michigan; a brother, Everett (Sharon) Raymond of Jonesville; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Robert. Funeral services for Elmer J. Raymond will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, at the Eagle Funeral Home in Jonesville. Interment will take place at a later date. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to the family of Elmer J. Raymond.  To view this obituary and send condolences please visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
Sunday, March 14, 2010 7:06 AM |
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Estill D. Childress, age 67, of Tecumseh died March 20, 2010. Arrangements are pending with J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 11:39 AM |
Evelyn Rose "Tootsie" Wheeler, 69, of Midland, died Monday, March 15, 2010, at her home. |
Floyd Donald Henry May, 1929-March 6, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 12:02 AM |
Floyd Donald Henry, 80, known by friends as “Don,” died peacefully at home in Carlsbad, Calif. on March 6. |
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010 10:06 AM |
Frank Franchino, 91, died Wednesday, March 17, 2010, at Sunnybank Assisted Living in Charlevoix. |
Monday, March 15, 2010 9:37 AM |
Fred D. "Bud" Johnson, of Boyne Falls, passed away Friday, March 12, 2010, at his home. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
TUSON, GEORGE ARTHUR; of N. Fort Myers, FL, formerly of Clarkston, Davisburg and Waterford; March 18, 2010. |
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 11:39 AM |
Gale A. Parsons, 71, of Midland, died Monday morning, March 15, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. |
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Garnett L. Cochenour April 21, 1915-March 16, 2010 Thursday, March 18, 2010 12:47 PM |
Garnett L. Cochenour, age 94, of Carleton, died on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 in Monroe, Michigan. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 10:43 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Gary Ball, age 69, of Hudson passed away Thursday, March 18, 2010, at his home. Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Saturday, March 20, 2010 9:51 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Gary G. “Butch” Ball passed away at home after a lengthy illness.  He was born to William R. and Betty (Myers) Ball on May 3, 1940. He was a graduate of Hudson High School’s Class of 1958.  Gary was employed as a screw machine operator. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and his three furry friends, Squirt, Fritz and Buddy. He is survived by his partner, Charlotte, and best friend, Randy; his extended family, Debbie and Jim, Diane and Ed, and David (Deneen); five sisters, Sally (Glen) Patterson, Mitzi Childs, Aubryn Cox, Susan (Tick) Van Akin and Judy (Steve) Alpaugh; sister-in-law, Esther Ball; and two children, Cindy and Billy. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and one brother, Jim.  At Gary’s request, there will be no services, and cremation has taken place. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.  We want to thank Hospice, Steve Wright, Bobby Carr and Tick, as well as Anderson Funeral Home. For everyone who gave support and comfort, we are grateful. Gary will be sadly missed by family and friends.  Arrangements were under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 6:57 AM |
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Friday, March 19, 2010 12:08 PM |
George E. Cooper, 76, of Coleman, died Thursday, March 18, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center, Midland. He was born in Harrison, Nov. 20, 1933, the son of the late Leo and Jessie (Griffin) Cooper. George E. Cooper married Audrey L. Beers on Sept. 28, 1957, in Harrison. He retired from The Dow Chemical Co. in 1995. |
George Freeman Aug. 21, 1952-March 20, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 12:02 AM |
George Freeman, 57 years, of Erie passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 5:45 a.m. in his home with his loving family at his bedside. George was born Aug. 21, 1952 in Prestonsburg, Ky., the son of Dallas and Marcelline (King) Freeman. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 6:53 AM |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Gerald Raynere Walsh Gerald Raynere Walsh, age 90, of Macomb Township, died Monday, March 15, 2010 at William Beaumont Hospital, Troy. Gerald was born on April 4, 1919 in Superior, Wisconsin a son of Charles and Freda (nee Farhm) Walsh. On February 9, 1940, Gerald married Elizabeth J. Stockman in Duluth, Minnesota. Gerald was a retired 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army Air Force where he proudly served his country. He was also a teacher for the Warren Consolidated Schools. Gerald dearly loved his family and friends and enjoyed spending time with them. On February 9, 2010, Gerald and Elizabeth, along with their family, celebrated 70 years of marriage. A private family memorial gathering will take place in celebration of Gerald's life. Arrangements by Hauss Funeral Home, Macomb. www.haussfamilyfuneralhomes.com |
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 11:39 AM |
Glen William Ludwig, 73, of Midland, died Tuesday, March 16, 2010, in Jackson. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Glenn Rollyn Manke Glenn Rollyn Manke, age 84, of St. Clair Shores, died March 18, 2010 at St. John Hospital, Detroit. Mr. Manke was born November 6, 1925 in Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Manke was a retired Corporation Pilot in the Manufacturing Industry. He enjoyed Flying, Reading, a quiet unassuming man whose life revolved around his church, St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church. He was also on the "Foundation Committee." Beloved husband of Betty (Gates) Manke. He is survived by daughter; Nancy Timm; brother, Gilbert (Alice) Manke; grandchildren, Rebecca (Heath) Vincent and Jennifer Timm. Predeceased by sister, LaVerne McFarland. Funeral Services Monday, instate 10 a.m. St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church, 23000 Gratiot, Eastpointe, until Mass at 11 a.m. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. at the Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 22121 Kelly Road, Eastpointe. Donations to St. Peter Lutheran Church appreciated by family. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 12:16 PM |
Grace A. Sullivan, 88, of Caledonia/Palm Harbor, Fla., died March 12, 2010. The daughter of Cornelius and Margaret Riley, Grace was born Aug. 13, 1921, in Westerly, R.I. |
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Grant Warren, 63, of Cheboygan, died at home Monday, March 15, 2010. A Memorial Service for Grant will be held at a later date. Grant’s family has asked that anyone wishing to make a contribution in Grant’s memory to do so to Hospice of the Straits. Read more HERE in Tuesday’s Tribune. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
ARDELAN, HELEN J.; "Jackie"; of Clarkston; March 16, 2010; age 88. Preceded in death by her husband, John and daughter, Delores Recknagel; mother of Barbara (Ernest) Myre, John (Janet), Diana (Bill) Buck, JoAnne (Chuck) Waterhouse and Michael (Denise); also survived by 16 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 12:16 PM |
Harold Albert Steinke, 90, left his earthly home and met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 16, 2010. He was born April 8, 1919, in Stanwood, to the late Albert R. Steinke and Marie Osbourn. She died when he was 14years old. Harold attended schools in Morley and Big Rapids, graduated from Michigan State University and served for the U.S. Army (Artillery) in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He attained the rank of Major. He made his way to Midland in 1947, where he initially managed Cassidy Theaters. On May 26, 1951, he married Rose C. Landis at the First United Methodist Church in Midland. They were active members there until they transferred their membership to Beaverton United Methodist Church in 1975. Harold went to work for Chemical Bank in 1951. He worked there for 35 years, serving the last nine years as president of Chemical Bank Gladwin, making their home in Beaverton. He moved back to Midland in 2005 with Rose to live next door to their son, Mark and wife, Linda, who have cared for them for the last five years. |
Harold E. Schaffner March 17, 2010 Friday, March 19, 2010 11:50 AM |
Harold E. Schaffner, 84, of Carleton died at 10:35 a.m. Wednesday at Fountainview of Monroe. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
Harold Eugene Schaffner Sr. Sept. 23, 1925-March 17, 2010 Saturday, March 20, 2010 1:43 AM |
Harold Eugene Schaffner was born in Sidney, Ohio on Sept. 23, 1925. Harold was the son of the late Delmar Schaffner and the late Bonny (Brown) Schaffner. He enlisted in the United States Army and served honorably from Nov. |
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Harriett Virginia Bond ran her final race and joined loved ones in Heaven on March 7, 2010. The family will receive friends and relatives from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, March 20, 2010, at the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene, 70031 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Harriett Bond will be held at noon Saturday at the church, with the Rev. John Shoup officiating.  Lunch and fellowship will follow the service and graveside services and interment will be at 2:30 p.m. in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Sturgis. Memorial donations may be directed to the Sturgis Church of the Nazarene. Envelopes are available at the Hackman Family Funeral Home Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road, Sturgis. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 6:35 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Harvey Peters, 79, of Hamilton, died Sunday, March 21, 2010, at the Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Fla.  Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. www.lakeshorememorial.com |
Monday, March 15, 2010 9:41 AM |
Henry H. Heeres, 90, of Ellsworth, died Friday, March 12, 2010, at his home surrounded by his family. |
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Homer R. Hilner, 72, of Cheboygan, passed away Monday, March 15, 2010 at home. A complete obituary with the time of the memorial service will appear in a future edition of the Cheboygan Daily Tribune. The Christian Funeral Home is caring for the family.   |
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Hon. Thomas C. Megargle was born Sept. 25, 1928 in Detroit and passed away Thursday, March 18, 2010 in Florida. He attended Western Michigan University and Tri-State University. He served in the United State Coast Guard. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame Law School and entered practice with his father at Megargle & Megargle Law Firm in Bronson and later with the Dresser Law Firm in Sturgis. He was appointment by the governor of the State of Michigan and served as the Branch County Circuit Court Judge. He was past president of the Bronson Rotary Club and also served as the city attorney. He was a member of the Diocese of Kalamazoo Catholic School Board and St. Mary of the Assumption Parish Church Council. He was active in the Knights of Columbus, American Legion and Notre Dame Club. He served on the board of directors for the First National Bank in Bronson and the Branch County Federal Savings & Loan Association. He was active in Boy Scouts and for many years was the golden voice of Bronson High School football. He loved golf and played ice hockey well into his 60’s. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Barbara; children, Mr. and Mrs. John Small of Darien, Conn. and Mrs. and Mrs. Russell Megargle of Brighton; grandchildren John, James, Victoria and Margaret Small and Thomas, Britten (Sr. Mary Mother of Divine Innocence) and Michael Megargle. He was preceded in death by his brother Robert Megargle and sister Virginia Spoor. The funeral will be at St. Timothy Catholic Church in the Villages at Lady Lake, Fla., at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 24, with inurnment at Bushnell Veterans Cemetery. Cards may be sent to Barbara Megargle at 2106 Gerardo, Lady Lake, FL 32159. |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
ANDRESS, JACK R.; 84; former Pontiac resident; died at Marquette General Hospital in Marquette on Thursday; March 18, 2010. |
JAMES ANTHONY (LaROCCO) LOWERY Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
LOWERY, JAMES ANTHONY (LaROCCO); of Ortonville, formerly of Waterford; died March 17, 2010 in Bradenton, FL; at 72 years of age. |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
James Jay Jones James Jay Jones, age 51, of Richmond, died very unexpectedly following a severe heart attack Friday, March 19, 2010, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. He was born Thursday, October 23, 1958 in Hammond, Indiana, the son of James Joseph and Emma Betty Jones. His marriage to Donna Jean Reid was Friday, October 30, 1981, in Almont. "Jim" had attended Macomb Community College and had earned his E.M.T certification. Richmond-Lenox EMS employed him for 20 years. He was a longtime welder and had recently been a truck driver. He was a Christian that loved his family dearly. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle with his best friend Dennis Merritt; fishing, hunting and spending time with his family were his hobbies. Surviving in addition to Donna, his wife of 28 years, are a son and daughter-in-law, James and Cristina of Richmond, and daughter and son-in-law, Ashley and Scott Goodhue of Richmond; two grandchildren, Blake Ryan and Connor James; mother, Emma Betty Jones of Roseville; brothers, Roger of Roseville and Jeff of Clinton Twp.; sisters, Teresa (Tom) Mosley of Roseville and Brenda (Rob) DeMoss of Warren; sister-in-law, D'Ann (Dennis) Merritt of Richmond; brother-in-law, Doug and Sara Reid of Joplin, Missouri; two nieces, Laura (Daniel) Winkelman and Leslie Merritt; great-niece, Brooke, and great-nephew, Lucas, that were like grandchildren to him; and mother and father-in-law, Dale and Doris Reid of Almont. Jim leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and friends. He will be missed by many. James was preceded in death by his father, James Joseph Jones. His family honors the memory of Jim and invites you to visit and share memories Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 2-8 p.m. at Kaatz Funeral Directors, Richmond. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2010, with 10 a.m. visiting at the funeral home. Chaplin Vincent Cucchetti of Evangel Christian Church of Roseville will officiate. Memorials can be made to Richmond Lenox EMS in Jim's name. For information and Guest Book: www.kaatzfunerals.com |
James L. Durocher March 19, 2010 Friday, March 19, 2010 11:49 AM |
James L. Durocher, 83, of Monroe died at 5:50 this morning at Oakwood Heritage Southshore Select Hospital. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
James L. Durocher Oct. 15, 1926-March 19, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 12:02 AM |
James Luke Durocher, 83, of Monroe died at 5:45 a.m. Friday at Select Care Oakwood Heritage Hospital, Taylor where he had been since Feb. 18. He had been seriously ill since Jan. 8, 2010. |
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Monday, March 15, 2010 9:40 AM |
James R. Smith, 90, of East Jordan, died on Friday, March 12, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 12:16 PM |
James Robert House, 63, of Midland died peacefully on March 14, 2010, surrounded by his family. |
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James W. Fuller, 71, of Hudson passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at Tendercare of Adrian.  Jim was born on July 21, 1938 in Adrian, the son of Orrey and Velda M. (Buchanan) Fuller.  He attended Adrian Schools until he joined the U.S. Army as a paratrooper for 3-and-a-half years.  He married Carol J. Bradish on Nov. 10, 1962 in Adrian. She survives.  Jim worked at Universal Diecast in Saline prior to joining the Hillsdale County Sheriff’s Department as a deputy.  He retired after a 29-year career. Jim was a private man who enjoyed nature and animals, especially birds. Jim is survived by his wife, Carol; son, James W. (Carolyn) Fuller II; daughter, Dawn (Ed) Beckerich, and six grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and one sister. Graveside services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Locust Corners Cemetery in Pittsford with Pastor Matthew SeGraves officiating. Arrangements were entrusted to Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Hudson. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com.   |
Jeanne Florence (Beson) Zondlak Thursday, March 18, 2010 12:16 PM |
Jeanne Florence (Beson) Zondlak, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother went home to heaven on Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at the age of 77. |
Friday, March 12, 2010 8:57 AM |
Jeffrey D. Bakker, 53, loving husband, dad and grandpa, died peacefully at home on March 11, 2010, following a valiant fight against cancer. His earthly life is over and his heavenly life has begun. Yea!! |
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 1:30 AM |
ROCHESTER, Minn. -- Jennie (Metos) Koski, 71, of 302 W. Birch St., Ironwood, Mich., died Saturday, March 13, 2010, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester after a courageous battle with Crohn's disease. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Jesse Ford Johnson Jesse Ford Johnson, age 84, of Clinton Township, died March 15, 2010. He is survived and dearly loved by his wife, Mary Jean. Jesse was born May 24, 1925, in Monticello, Kentucky, and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mr. Johnson was a World WarII veteran. He served on a light destroyer, the U.S.S. Astoria CL90, and was classified as FC/2C in the U.S. Navy, earning five Battle Stars in the Pacific Campaign. Mr. Johnson received a B.S.M.E. from Purdue University in Lafayette, Indiana. After transferring to the G.M. Technical Center in Warren, Mich. he lived in St. Clair Shores. Mr. Johnson was a design engineer for the General Motors Tech Center in Warren, Mich., until his retirement in October 1985. His work project at GM was involved with the gas turbine engine. It was well known that Mr. Johnson profoundly loved his country and cherished his family. He was a proud lifetime member of VFW Bruce Post 1146 in St. Clair Shores and enjoyed playing euchre with the Wednesday group there. He was a member of the Clinton Township Senior Citizens Club, and his Mondays were set aside for bridge with his pals. Earlier, Jesse was an avid golfer, and enjoyed bowling with his cronies. Golf, football, baseball, basketball, speed cars and horse racing were among his television favorites. Mr. Johnson was predeceased by his wife, Betty Cox Johnson. Their survivors include children, Lorri Weir, Jess Keene Johnson, Nancy Raymond, Cathy Boyd, Patricia Turner; ten grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren; siblings, James Johnson, Marie Horn, Nancy Williams, Elsie Norman, Della Frances Neeland, and Mary Louise Rocha. Mr. Johnson was predeceased by his dear parents Willie and Bertha Wright Johnson and will be interred next to his mother's burial plot in Washington Park East Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana. A service will be held at Flanner & Buchanon in Indianapolis. Memorials may be sent to Old Newsboys Goodfellow Fund of Detroit, P.O. Box 44444, Detroit, MI 48244. |
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Joan M. Smith, 87, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday morning, March 17, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village of Sturgis. She was born Aug. 10, 1922, in Sturgis, Mich., a daughter to the late Fred and Cora (Burmeister) Hubner. Joan was a life long resident of Sturgis and a graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1940. On June 22, 1979, she married Donald Smith at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis. She retired from the City following over 20 years as secretary to the City Manager. Joan was an active member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis where for several years she and Don served on the money counting committee and at one time she served as the church secretary. She enjoyed playing the piano, gardening both vegetables and flowers and crocheting. Joan truly dedicated to her husband and family and was happiest when she was surrounded by each one of them. She is survived by her loving and dedicated husband, Don; one daughter, Kristen Whitesell of Sturgis; two sons,  Karl (Mary) Littman of Sturgis and Ronald (Darlene) Littman of San Antonio, Texas; four grandchildren, Kristy Borji, Erika Littman, Megan Zagon and Miranda Whitesell; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sylvia Helzel of Franklin, NC and Shirley Young of Plantation, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Coral Meyers; and two brothers, Frederick Hubner Jr. and Loren Hubner. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Joan M. Smith will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 2010, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Calvin Kolzow will officiate. Private burial of the ashes will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel of Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
John Dobson, Jr. John Dobson, Jr., age 84, of Las Vegas and formerly of Macomb Township, died Thursday, March 18, 2010. He is survived by his wife Virginia; children, Linda (Art) Heymoss of Harrison Township, Mich., Susan (Mike) Schoenherr of Rochester, Mich., John David (Sandy) Dobson of Macomb Township; and one brother. He will be remembered as "Papa" to his eight grandchildren, Sarah (Todd) Wills and Nathan (Jennifer) Heymoss, Michael, Amy, Katie, and Adam Schoenherr, and Jordan and Casey Dobson; and one great-grandson, Samuel Wills. A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, March 24 from 2-8 p.m. in the Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main, Mount Clemens. A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 25 at 11 a.m. in the chapel at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 47120 Romeo Plank, Macomb Township. Memorial donations may be sent to Karmanos Cancer Institute Hospice, 24601 NW Highway, Southfield, MI 48075. Share memories at www.vickfuneralhome.com. |
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The Rev. John M. Smith, 82, of Holland, died Saturday March 20, 2010, in Holland Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulder Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. www.lifestorynet.com |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Joseph Arthur Eckhout, Jr. Joseph Arthur Eckhout, Jr., age 85, of Rochester, died March 19, 2010. Loving father of Kathleen (Robert) Keidel, Richard (Paula) Eckhout, Eileen (Richard) Zuelch, Mary Lou (Henry) Meabrod, John Eckhout, James (Dianne) Eckhout, Linda (Phil) Newcom, Gary (Val) Eckhout, Peggy (Nick) Sorise, Joseph Eckhout III, Jeffry Eckhout and Michele (David) Lindsay. Cherished grandfather of 22 and great-grandfather of 13. Joe is also survived by his sisters, Ruth D'Hondt and Marion (Gary) Stagner. He was preceded in death by his wife Helen in 1990 and his infant daughter, Karen Jo. Joe was the former Vice President of Hydro-Cam Engineering. The family of Joe wishes to express their appreciation for the special care he received from his Waltonwood family in Rochester Hills. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. at Gramer Funeral Home, Diener Chapel in Shelby Township (48271 Van Dyke). Funeral Mass Tuesday 10 a.m. (Instate 9:30 a.m.) at St. Isidore Catholic Church in Macomb (18201 23 Mile Rd.) Share online condolences at www.gramerfuneralhome.com. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 11:11 AM |
Joseph Dan Horon, 57, of Charlevoix and Essexville, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at Bay Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Joseph Lewakowski Joseph Lewakowski, age 76, formerly of Algonac died March 20, 2010. Joseph was born on March 6, 1934 in Detroit, a son of Joseph M. and Angeline (nee Walkoviak) Lewakowski. Joseph served in the U.S. Army and was a former member of St. Louis Catholic Church, Mt. Clemens. He retired after 34 years with Art Van Furniture, Inc. Surviving are his daughter, Kim Lewakowski of Casco Twp.; sons, Joseph J. (Rosalie) Lewakowski of Memphis and Kevin Lewakowski of Clinton Twp.; and grandson, Matthew. Joseph was predeceased by his wife, Dolly (nee Miller) Lewakowski. Funeral service 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at Hauss Funeral Home, 47477 Romeo Plank (north of 21 Mile), Macomb. Burial in Cadillac Memorial Gardens East, Clinton Twp. Visitation will be Monday 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Alzheimer's Association. www.haussfamilyfuneralhomes.com |
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Josephine “Jo”E. Nearing, 96, of Pioneer, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, March, 17, 2010, at Evergreen Manor Nursing Home, Montpelier, Ohio. She was born May 2, 1913, in Pioneer. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 23 at Thompson Funeral Home, Pioneer, Ohio, with Pastor Michael Slagle officiating. Interment will be in Floral Grove Cemetery, Pioneer, Ohio. Family will receive friends 4-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. |
Saturday, March 20, 2010 1:55 AM |
Joy Katherine Meier, 89, of Midland, died early Friday morning, March 19, 2010, at the Toni and Trish House. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 2:22 AM |
WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Joyce E. Thomas, 83, of Ironwood, died Tuesday, March 16, 2010, in Wakefield. |
Judy A. Jondro July 27, 1919-March 19, 2010 Saturday, March 20, 2010 1:43 AM |
Judy A. Jondro, 90 of Monroe passed away at 7:35 a.m. Friday at the Lutheran Home where she had resided for three years. She had been in poor health since entering the nursing home and seriously ill for the last two months. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 11:49 AM |
Judy A. Jondro, 90, of Monroe died at 7:35 this morning at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 8:46 AM |
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Junior “Jay” Smith Jan. 29, 1926-March 19, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 12:02 AM |
Junior “Jay” Smith, 84 yrs, of Petersburg, died Friday at Ebeid Hospice, Sylvania, Ohio. |
KATHRYN "ELSIE" (nee. Ernst) WILMOT Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
WILMOT, KATHRYN "ELSIE" (nee. Ernst); of Waterford; died March 19, 2010; at 74 years of age. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 6:53 AM |
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Karen Ann Stevens, age 63, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 13, 2010, at Boca Raton Community Hospital. Karen was born June 1, 1946, in Toledo, Ohio, to August and Marguerite Schiller. She graduated from Bedford High School, Class of 1964. On July 31, 1976, she married Richard Carl Stevens and he survives. Karen worked with Rick as secretary in the family business for 20 years. A loving wife and mother, she was also a member of the Professional Secretaries Association, served on the board of directors for HOPE Community Center of Adrian, Mich., and was a long-standing member of Lenawee County Ladies Bunco Club. Besides her husband, Richard, she is survived by her children, Laurie Godie of Pompano Beach, Fla., and Michael Stevens of Swartz Creek, Mich.; sisters, Jacquelyn Mealey of Bloomfield Hills, Mich., and Terry Laframboise of Lincoln Park, Mich.; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father and mother. A memorial service will be held in Karen’s honor at the Michigan Memorial Funeral Home to be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested to HOPE Community Center, 431 Baker St., Adrian MI 49221.   |
Karen M. Herman Oct. 27, 1952-March 16, 2010 Friday, March 19, 2010 11:53 AM |
Karen M. Herman, 57 of Monroe died at 1:18 p.m. Tuesday in her home. She had been in poor health for 3 years. |
• Karl Dee Myers, 63, of Fountain, died Thursday evening March 18. Oak Grove Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Kenneth O. White Oct. 24, 1923-March 17, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 12:02 AM |
Kenneth O. White, age 86, of Milan died Wednesday, March 17 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 12:51 PM |
Laura "Jean" (Wilson) Cohoon, 87, of Midland, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at MidMichigan Medical Center. |
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 10:05 AM |
Ledah Bennett, 104, of East Jordan, died March 17, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 11:12 AM |
Ledah G. Bennett, 104, of East Jordan, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 17, 2010. |
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Lewis Virgil Bunnell, age 90, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Friday, March 12, 2010, at Sturgis Hospital. He was born Nov. 3, 1919, in Battle Creek, Mich., a son of the late George and Lula (Fisher) Bunnell. Mr. Bunnell had resided in the Sturgis and Burr Oak area his whole life. On June 26, 1937 he married June Pinney in Burr Oak. He had been employed by Purity Cylinder Gas in Kalamazoo for 16 years retiring in 1981. Prior to joining Purity Cylinder Gas he had worked at G.F. Business Equipment in Sturgis for 27 years. Mr. Bunnell was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II earning the rank of Fireman First Class. He was a member of Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and he enjoyed motorcycles and working on automobiles. He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, June Bunnell; two sons, Larry (Jena) Bunnell of Colon and Terry Bunnell of Portage; three grandchildren, Shannon Bunnell of Aspen, Colo., Todd Bunnell of Anchorage, Ala., and Troy (Sheri) Bunnell of Portage. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter-in-law, Judy Bunnell. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A private graveside service and burial of the ashes will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, Mich. The Hackman Family Funeral HomesHackman Chapel of Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Bunnell’s memory consider Hospice of Sturgis, P.O. Box 126, Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 2:29 AM |
WAUKEGAN, Ill. -- Linda Diane McCormick, 61, of Waukegan, passed away Sunday, Feb. 28, 2010, at Vista Medical Center in Waukegan. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 12:08 PM |
Linda Rae Pippenger, 64, died on March 17, 2010, surrounded by her family after a lengthy battle with cancer. |
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Lois Marie (Seiser) Munson, 83, of Deerfield passed away peacefully Saturday, March 20, 2010, at her home. Lois was born on Feb. 28, 1927, the daughter of Alvin and Lamire (Ferris) LaPointe. She graduated from Blissfield High School in 1944, and was married on Feb. 10, 1944, to Robert Seiser, who preceded her in death in 1973. On Nov. 21, 1981, she was married to LaVern Munson, who preceded her in death in 2007. Lois was well known for her delicious cooking and baking. She provided a catering service for local residents for many years. She was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Deerfield. Surviving are four children, Sharon (Paul) Dick of Laingsburg, Mich., Susan (James) Flaig of Cincinnati, Ohio, Patrick (Rebecca) Seiser of Blissfield, and Alvin (Eveline) Seiser of Saline; 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; and special friends David and Pam Pray of Clinton. Lois will be dearly missed by many dear friends who have shown her great kindness throughout the years. Lois was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, son Michael Seiser, and brothers Robert and Lee LaPointe. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Deerfield, with Fr. Jack Loughran officiating. Burial will follow at St. Alphonsus Cemetery in Deerfield. Visiting hours will be Tuesday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield, and Wednesday after 10 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. A prayer service will be held Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. at the Tagsold Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and church. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 8:46 AM |
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Friday, March 19, 2010 8:58 AM |
Lorraine Leitner of Addison, Ill., wife of 21 years of former Charlevoix resident Tony Leitner, died March 3, 2010, at home after a lengthy battle with cancer. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
FOX, MARILYN S.; age 91. Member of the Edgewood Country Club. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin; loving mother of Ty, and the late Robert and Douglas; also survived by five grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Arrangements handled by the Adragna Obarzanek Funeral Home, Sterling Heights. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
WHITE, MARTHA (nee Miller); lifelong resident of Clarkston; March 18, 2010; age 92. Preceded in death by her husband Stanley; mother of George (friend Suzanne Holm) White and John (Elaine) White; grandma of Mark (Sherry), Michael and John, Jr.; great grandma "G.G." of Emily and Dane; preceded in death by her brother George Miller; also survived by her friend and caregiver Judy Bennett. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
McKEE, MILDRED F.; of Waterford; died March 17, 2010; at 87 years of age. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
FLEETWOOD, MR. EARL; age 76; of Paris, TN. Funeral Services will be held Monday March 22, 2010, at 2:30 p.m. in LeDon Chapel of Ridgeway Funeral Home in Paris, TN. Burial will follow in Memorial Cemetery in Paris. |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 8:46 AM |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Margaret VanAcker Margaret VanAcker, age 86, of St. Clair Shores, died March 20, 2010 at St. John Macomb Hospital, Warren. Born June 17, 1923, in Detroit. Margaret is survived by a large group of friends and family. She was a longtime St. Clair Shores resident and a member of St. Margaret of Scotland Church. She loved shopping and could strike up a conversation with anyone. Visitation will be held Monday, March 22 from 3-9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson Ave., St Clair Shores. Instate Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass, 10 a.m. at St. Margaret of Scotland Church. Expressions of sympathy may be made at kaulfuneralhome.com. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Maria Lulgjuraj Maria Lulgjuraj passed away March 16, 2010. Beloved wife of Zef. Loving mother of Nick (Lula), Paul (Cristine), George (Francesca), Mark (Andrea) and the late Maria Shkreli. Dearest grandmother of 16; also survived by three brothers and four sisters. Visitation for Maria will be Sunday from 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, 3801 18 Mile (N.W. corner of Ryan). Funeral service Monday, instate 9:30 a.m. with Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Albanian Catholic Church, 525 Auburn Road, Rochester Hills. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 6:53 AM |
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Marie L. Shook, age 102, of Leo, Ind., and a former longtime Sturgis resident and school teacher, passed away Friday afternoon, March 12, 2010, at the Cedars Nursing Home in Leo, Ind. She was born Jan. 31, 1908 in White Pigeon, a daughter to the late Cleveland and Alta (Weagley) Bixler. She had moved to Leo, Ind., in 2006 to be closer to family members. Prior to that Mrs. Shook had resided nearly her entire life in the Sturgis and White Pigeon area and was a graduate of White Pigeon High School with the class of 1926. Mrs. Shook continued her education at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo where she received a bachelor’s degree of arts in education. On Dec. 15 1929, she married Paul E. Shook in LaGrange, Ind. He died March 15, 1982. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis where she was a member of the United Methodist Women and the Ruth Circle. She was also a member of the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel. Mrs. Shook was proud to have traveled to all 50 states. She is survived by two daughters, Doris Recht of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Lois Green of Polk City, Fla.; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; two step-great grandchildren; one sister, Myrtle Wright of Las Vegas, Nev.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two brothers, Carl Bixler and Earl Bixler; and three sisters, Esther Sechler, Florence Shaffer and Kathleen Tracey. The family will receive friends from noon -1:45 p.m. Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis where funeral services celebrating the life of Marie Shook will begin at 2 p.m. Wednesday. The Rev. Deb Johnson will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel of Sturgis is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Shook’s memory consider the First United Methodist Church, 200 Pleasant Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Marjorie L. (Boersema) Laddie, age 93, of Holland died Saturday, March 20, 2010.  Visitation will be Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the church.     www.lakeshorememorial.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. |
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Marjorie L. Laddie, 93, of Holland, died Saturday, March 20, 2010, at Resthaven Care Center.  Arrangements are pending at Lakeshore Memorial Services. www.lakeshorememorial.com  |
Marjorie Lynn Hess March 17, 2010 Friday, March 19, 2010 11:49 AM |
Marjorie Lynn Hess, 58, of Monroe died at 12:48 p.m. Wednesday in her home. Arrangements by Prochnow Funeral Home. |
Marjorie Lynn Hess Nov. 25, 1951-March 17, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 12:02 AM |
Marjorie Lynn Hess, 58, of Monroe, passed away Wednesday, March 17 at 12:48 p.m. in her home. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 6:53 AM |
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Mary Senen Ybarra, age 73, of Adrian died Saturday, March 20, 2010, at Lynwood Manor. She was born July 29, 1936, in Brady, Texas to Gregorio G. and Gumesinda (Alvarado) Aranda. She graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1957. On Nov. 14, 1959, she married Blass Ybarra Sr. in Adrian. He preceded her in death on May 20, 1995. Mary was a devoted housewife. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Adrian, and was a member of Cursillo and Guadalupanas. She enjoyed playing bingo, camping, crocheting, and attending and watching her three grandsons sporting activities. She also enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers. Mary is survived by a son, Blass (Raquel) Ybarra Jr. of Adrian; three grandchildren, Mykel, Travis and Jeremiah; and a great-granddaughter, Ariana. In addition to her husband, Blass Ybarra Sr., she was preceded in death by her parents, Gregorio Aranda and Gumesinda (Alvarado) Aranda; a son, Michael Ybarra; and 15 brothers and sisters, Maria Guadalupe, Jose Sixto, Maria, Amada, Juan, Feliciano, Porfirio, Casimiro, Pedro, Isabel, Maria Jesus, Ramon, Faustino, Manuel, and Gregorio Jr. The Funeral Liturgy will be held on Thursday, March 25, 2010, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church presided by Fr. Robert Schramm. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, where there will be a vigil prayer service held on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Thursday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Mary Ybarra. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian.   |
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Muriel B. Pierce, age 73 of Mendon, went home to the Lord on Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at Three Rivers Health Hospice Suite following a long illness. She was born May 12, 1936, in Manistique, a daughter of Howard and Bessie (Brown) Casteel. Muriel is survived by her husband, the Rev. Ward Pierce of Mendon, whom she married in 1966; two daughters, Melody Mitchell of White Cloud, and Michelle Robrahn (Dan) of Middleville; 11 grandchildren; a brother, Harvey (Carolyn) Casteel of Manistique; sisters Evelyn Sanchez of Geneva Hills, Wis., and Vivian Casteel of Burlington; a sister-in-law, Cheryl Casteel of Manistique; and numerous other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, George Dewey; and two brothers, Harold Casteel and Ivan Casteel. She was a loving wife and mother, and served faithfully with her husband, Ward, in the several churches to which they had been appointed. Muriel was a great and compassionate friend to all. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star and was a collector of angels. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon, where there will be an Eastern Star ceremony at 8 p.m. Monday. There will be two memorial services. The first is at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Mendon United Methodist Church. The second service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Lakewood United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa, with the Rev. George Speas of the Sunfield Church of the Brethren and John Waite officiating at both services. An interment of ashes will take place later that day in Mesick. Memorial donations are suggested to any of the following United Methodist Churches: Mesick, Harrietta, Brethren, Lake City, Wesley Park of Wyoming, Buchanan, Lakewood of Lake Odessa, Mendon, West Mendon or to the United Methodist Committee on Relief. Cards and letters may be mailed to the Rev. Ward Pierce, P.O. Box 308, Mendon, MI 49072. An online register is available, and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
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Neoma M. Buehrer, age 82, of Somerset, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2010, in the presence of her family. She was born on Dec. 31, 1927, in Tipton to Milo D. and Alma J. (Rudisiler) Van Valkenburg.  She married Clair Wendell Buehrer on Dec. 21, 1946, in Jackson, and he preceded her in death on July 10, 2000. She graduated from Adrian High School in 1944.  She worked at Michigan Bell Telephone in Jackson, retiring in 1971.  Neoma was a member of the Somerset Congregational Church, the Women’s Fellowship, the Michigan Auctioneers Association, and Ladies Auxiliary, the American Shetland Pony Club, the American Horse Show Association and the Michigan Pony Club Hall of Fame.  She devoted her life to her husband, children, grandchildren and friends.  Neoma enjoyed her ponies and exhibiting them throughout the country.  She was also an avid bowler. Surviving are one son, Wayne Buehrer of Poteet, Texas; one daughter, Wendy (Calvin) Hawes of Addison; grandsons, Mark (Sandi) Buehrer and Dustin (Megan) Buehrer; granddaughters, Marcie (Michael) Broad, Keya Buehrer, Kristin (Pete) Suminski, Marika (Josh) Hawes-Ruhrup and Kara (Dana) Hawes-Burd; 10 great-grandchildren; one stepsister, Velma Roe of Clayton; one nephew and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday.  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Brown-Van Hemert Funeral Home in Addison. Cremation will follow. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Somerset Congregational Church, the Addison Ambulance or to the Somerset Township Ambulance. View this obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.brownvanhemert.com.   |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Other death Walter Bochinski, 95, of Sterling Heights, S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, Clinton Township, MI |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Otto Loepp Otto Loepp, age 79, passed away on March 19, 2010. Otto was a loving father and grandfather. He was a good, decent, and hardworking man who retired from the Detroit News after 34 years. He was also a World War II Veteran. Otto had many friends. His favorite things to do were fishing with his buddies in Canada, walking at the mall with Larry, and going out to lunch once a month with his Detroit News buddies and the guys at the Riverbend condos, where he lived. He will be missed by all who knew him. Otto left behind eight children, Gail (Lawrence) Babich, Ruth (late Aaron) Loper, Leslie Loepp, Nicole (Gary) Stewart, Theodore Loepp, Jon Loepp, David (May) Loepp, Morgan (Chris) Gregory. Survived by 14 grandchildren, Jenanne, Lance, Billy, Robert, Gary Jr., Brianna, Justin, Jasmine, Kayla, Chloie, Brandon, Joshua, Jason, Alyssa and many great-grandchildren. Predeceased grandchildren: Otto Lee and Richard. Also survived by a brother Vernon and predeceased by brothers, Ronald and Roger. Visitation Sunday 3:30-9 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. at the Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township. Funeral Tuesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial, Resurrection Cemetery. Please share a memory of Otto at www.kaulfuneralhome.com. |
Past Bay View president dies at 72 Tuesday, March 16, 2010 10:12 AM |
Thomas C. Shearer, the Bay View Association's immediate past president and a longtime member of its board of trustees, died unexpectedly Friday, March 12, at age 72. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 11:12 AM |
Pat (Eileen) Reagan Rieck, of Petoskey, died March 17, 2010, at Tendercare of Cheboygan. |
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Patricia M. Cook of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, March 18, 2010, at the Battle Creek Health System. She was born March 29, 1935, in Minot, N.D., the daughter of Harold and Pearl (Anderson) Hoyt.   She is survived by two children, Ronald (Brigitte) Cook of Osseo and Richard Cook of Montpelier, Ohio; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother, Wayne (Nancy) Hoyt of Commerce; one sister, Lois Holiday of Paw Paw; several nieces, nephews and cousins; many friends and three “grand dogs”, Turner, Hooch and Titan. She was preceded in death by her parents and one infant son. Mrs. Cook worked as an LPN for many years serving at the Kern Hospital in Warren and St. Joseph Hospital in Pontiac, and she retired in 1998. She loved animals and was involved in the Humane Society. She enjoyed working puzzles, crocheting, riding motorcycles and driving trucks. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Patricia M. Cook will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale 2 p.m. Monday, March 22 with Pastor Eric Matthews officiating. At her request cremation will follow the service. The family will receive friends for visitation on 1 p.m. Monday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family or to the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society. Friends may view this obituary and send condolences to www.hampton-kurtzfuneralhomes.com Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605   |
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On Thursday, March 11, 2010, Paul H. Sheldon, longtime resident of Petoskey, passed peacefully at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital, his family at his side. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 3:02 AM |
Pearl M. Foster, 87, of Midland, died Thursday morning, March 18, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
STRUNIAK, RICHARD; March 16, 2010; age 68. Dear father of Jason; dear brother of Anita Stewart; dear grandfather of Caroline Jade Struniak; also survived by many nieces and nephews. |
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Former Bronson resident Rachael R. Penix, 87, of Glendale, Ariz., passed away on Friday, March 12, at the Hospice of the Valley Sun City PCU in Peoria, Ariz.  A visitation and Catholic prayer service were held on Thursday, March 18 at Heritage Funeral Chapel in Peoria, Ariz. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. on Wednesday, April 7, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hospice of the Valley Sun City PCU. |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 9:10 AM |
Former Alanson resident Ralph Kilpatrick passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at St. Rose Dominican Hospital in Las Vegas, Nev., surrounded by his family. |
Saturday, March 20, 2010 1:55 AM |
Rena C. Shady, 88, of Coleman, died Friday, March 19, 2010, at the MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland. |
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Reo Marie Schwab, 91, of Brooklyn died peacefully at home on Saturday, March 20, 2010, with her family at her bedside. She was born Feb. 23, 1919, to Clarence and Rena Dell (Baird) Ingraham in Bridgewater Township, Mich. She was married to Russell Schwab from Wyandotte, Mich., in March 1946, and he preceded her in death in 1954. Reo graduated from Manchester High School. She worked at General Motors Diesel Engine in the personnel department during World War II. Later, she worked at Ford Motor in Rawsonville, Peerless Gear in Clinton, and the University of Michigan Hospital, where she worked until retirement. She proudly served nearly 20 years as a foster grandparent at Boysville and Tecumseh Schools, Onsted and Tipton. She was a member of the United Church of Christ in Clinton, the American Auxiliary and Eagles Auxiliary in Brooklyn. Reo is survived by her four children, Carl (LuAnn), Jack (Suzette), Clarence and Nancy (Mike) Howe; and six grandchildren, Ann and Russell Schwab, Nathan, Carly and Jillian Howe, and Cassidy Schwab. Reo was a loving mother, grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be at the Clinton Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes on Monday, March 22, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, at the Clinton United Church of Christ with the Rev. Dr. Julie J. Kilmer officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Clinton. She will lie in state at the church from 2 p.m. until service time. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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Richard Grover Rickett, 81, of Sturgis, passed away Wednesday morning, March 17, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. He was born Sept. 13, 1928, in Sturgis, a son of the late Grover and Norma (Bailey) Rickett. Dick was a lifelong resident of the Sturgis and Burr Oak area. On June 25, 1955, he married Wilma Deal in Quincy. Following 40 years of dedicated employment with Newport Business Forms in Sturgis, he retired in 1992. Dick was proud to have served his country with the U.S. Army from 1947-1953 earning the rank of sergeant. He was a past member Loyal Order of Moose #574 and enjoyed hunting, fishing, going to garage sales and auctions, playing cards and he loved time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Wilma; a daughter, Carol (Tim) Charles of Sturgis; a son, Chuck (Cheryl) Rickett of White Pigeon; seven grandchildren, Carisa Seaman, Tonya (James) DeWitt, Tim (Christy) Charles, Corey (Racheal) Charles, Charlie (Carissa) Rickett, Michelle (Ron) Scarbery and Brenton Rickett; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Effie Woods and Joyce Miller, both of Sturgis; a brother, Theodore (Donna) Rickett of Sturgis; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Robert Rickett; and four sisters, Donna Miller, Phyllis Helmer, Burnus Winkleblack and Dorothy Boggs. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel in Sturgis, where funeral services celebrating the life of Richard G. Rickett will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday. The Rev. Nelson Brandymoore of the Coldwater Free Methodist Church will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis, where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Army Honor Guard. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Rickett’s memory consider the Coldwater Free Methodist Church, 200 N. Fremont St., Coldwater, MI 49036 or Heidi’s Hope c/o C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, 300 N. Ingalis, Room N14D06, Ann Arbor, MI 48109. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages may be left for the family.   |
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Richard Grover Rickett, age 81 of Sturgis, passed awayWednesday morning, March 17, 2010 at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. He was born Sept. 13, 1928, in Sturgis, a son to the late Grover and Norma (Bailey) Rickett. Dick was a life-long Sturgis and Burr Oak area resident. On June 25, 1955 he married Wilma Deal in Quincy. Following 40 years of dedicated employment with Newport Business Forms in Sturgis, he retired in 1992. Dick was proud to have served his country with the U.S. Army from 1947-1953, earning the rank of Sergeant. He was a past-member Loyal Order of Moose #574 and enjoyed hunting, fishing, going to garage sales and auctions, playing cards and loved time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Wilma; one daughter, Carol (Tim) Charles of Sturgis; one son, Chuck (Cheryl) Rickett of White Pigeon; seven grandchildren, Carisa Seaman, Tonya (James) DeWitt, Tim (Christy) Charles, Corey (Racheal) Charles, Charlie (Carissa) Rickett, Michelle (Ron) Scarbery and Brenton Rickett; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Effie Woods and Joyce Miller, both of Sturgis; one brother, Theodore (Donna) Rickett of Sturgis; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Robert Rickett; and four sisters, Donna Miller, Phyllis Helmer, Burnus Winkleblack and Dorothy Boggs. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 19, at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes — Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, (269) 651-2331, where funeral services celebrating the life of Richard G. Rickett will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 20. The Rev. Nelson Brandymoore of the Coldwater Free Methodist Church will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis, where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Army Honor Guard. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Rickett’s memory consider the Coldwater Free Methodist Church, 200 N. Fremont St., Coldwater, MI 49036 or Heidi’s Hope c/o: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, 300 N. Ingalis, Room N14D06, Ann Arbor, MI 48109. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages may be left for the family.    |
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Richard Lee “Dick” Large, 85, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Thursday evening, March 18, 2010, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. He was born June 29, 1924, in Kalamazoo, Mich., a son to the late Clair and Elsie (Noel) Large. Dick was a graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1942 and had resided his entire life in Sturgis with the exception of the three years he was serving his country in the U.S. Navy. On Jan. 6, 1946, he married Beverly Joan Fennell at the parsonage of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis. Following 33 years of dedicated employment as a mail carrier with the United States Postal Service he retired on June 29, 1979. During his working years with the Postal Service and following his retirement he nearly always was working part-time jobs. Dick was proud to have served his country during World War II as a radioman in the U.S. Navy from March 26, 1943-Feb. 1, 1946 and for some of that time he had been stationed in a Communications Center in Los Negros in the Admiralty Islands. Dick was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis where he was a member of the Adult Fellowship class for many years. He was also a member of Neuman-Wenzel Post #73 American Legion, the Crutch Players Golf Group and the Burr Oak Golf League. He enjoyed traveling and two of his favorite trips were to Alaska and the Panama Canal. Dick loved playing golf and for over 40 years he made the annual trip to the Baldwin, Mich., areas for deer hunting’s opening day. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 64 years, Beverly; two daughters, Lynn Ann (Craig) Hess and Gail Ellen Bonebrake, both of Paw Paw; one son, Douglas (Linda) Large of Sturgis. They were blessed with eight grandchildren, Pamela (Ron) St. Clair, Todd (Tonya) Hess, Matthew (Tiffany) Hess, Melissa (Christopher) Schierey, Andrew (Lois) Large, Case (Gina) Bonebrake, Nicholas (his fiancée Erinn Katt) Hess and Kyle Hess; 14 great-grandchildren; one Brother, Clair N. “Bud” (Norma) Large of Sturgis; and several nieces, nephews and cousins including Don “Duffy” (Marianne) Noel of Lake Havasu City, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Edythe Lockwood. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes – Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, (269) 651-2331. A memorial service celebrating the life of Richard Lee Large will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Deb Johnson and the Rev. Robert Keim will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis where full military rites will be conferred by Captain John J. Kelley Post #1355 VFW and the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Large’s memory consider the First United Methodist Church, 200 Pleasant Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091 or Thurston Woods Village, 307 N. Franks Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 3:02 AM |
Robert Barry Tillotson Jr, beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle, coworker, and friend, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2010, age 63. |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 2:28 AM |
MARQUETTE, Mich. --   Robert C. Ray, 89, of Marquette, entered eternal life Monday, March 8, 2010, at his home in the loving care of his family and the caregivers of Lake Superior Hospice in Marquette. |
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 11:39 AM |
Robert Donald Phelan, 91, of Midland, formerly of Birmingham, died Friday, March 5, 2010, at MidMichigan Stratford Village. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 9:26 AM |
Robert Downing, 61, of Mackinaw City, died Thursday evening, March 18, 2010, at Hospice House in Cheboygan. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 11:13 AM |
Robert Gill, of Charlevoix, died March 18, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 2:20 AM |
EWEN, Mich. -- Robert Joseph "Bob" Wolfe, 79, of Ewen, passed away at his home after a short battle with cancer Wednesday, March 17, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 9:14 AM |
Robert L. Gill, 87, of Charlevoix, died Thursday, March 18, 2010, at Sunnybank in Charlevoix. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 6:53 AM |
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Miles, Roger, O., age 54, of Carleton, died March 17, 2010. |
Friday, March 19, 2010 12:08 PM |
The world lost a wonderful man on March 11, 2010. From his bohemian roots in Minnesota to his longtime home in Midland, Ron Cumming left a legacy of kindness, friendship and deep abiding love for his family. Whether watching a ball game with one of his children, fishing with his grandsons or spending time with friends, Ron had an impish smile, a ready wit and a sure knowledge of what the important things were in his life. |
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Ruth G. Harris, 102, of White Pigeon, died March 13, 2010, at her home following a sudden illness. She was born May 9, 1907, in White Pigeon, the daughter of Elliot Wellington and Charity (Whitting) Beckwith. She lived in White Pigeon all of her life, but spent four years in Pittsburgh, Chicago and Detroit. She was a graduate of White Pigeon High School with the Class of 1927. On Nov. 12, 1953, she married Dale W. Harris. He died Jan. 30, 1991. She was last employed by Michigan Gas and Electric for eight years, retiring in 1955. She also worked at Atlands, Swinehart Butcher Shop, and the Dime Store and Roys, all in White Pigeon. She was a member of the White Pigeon First Presbyterian Church. Surviving are one son, Robert S. (Helen) Pendleton of Sturgis; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Ruth C. Gadson; a son, Edward A. Pendleton; and several brothers and sisters. Relatives and friends may call from noon-1 p.m. Wednesday at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon where services are at 1 p.m. Wednesday with the Rev. David McShane, of the First Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burial will be in White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the First Presbyterian Church of White Pigeon. Envelopes are available at Farrand Funeral Home.   |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
SUTHERLAND, SUSAN STARR; age 94; passed away of congestive heart failure on Sunday, March 14, 2010, while residing at Sanctuary at Bellbrook in Rochester Hills, MI. |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 3:02 AM |
Sharon A. Lorenz, nee Pickelman, 69, formerly of Midland, was called to the Lord on March 16, 2010, at hospice in Goodyear, Arizona, after a courageous battle with cancer. |
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Sharon Rigterink,  62, of Hamilton, died Friday, March 19, 2010. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Tuesday, March 23, 2010, at Hamilton Reformed Church.   Visitation will be Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the church. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery. www.langelandsterenberg.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. |
Terri Louise Thompson, 56, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on February 6 in an automobile accident outside New Braunfels. Terri's husband, Vincent Solito, and her son, Tommy Solito, 11, were als... |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Theodore M. Grzebinski Theodore M. Grzebinski, age 84, of Macomb died March 19, 2010. Survived by wife Sally (nee Dzialo); children, Tony (Bernadette) Grzebinski, Michael (Renee) Grzebinski, Sandy (Eddie) Toth, Nancy (Gabe) Viviano, Donna (Bruce) Nowak, Patrick (Rosanna) Grzebinski; sisters, Stella Selka and Dolly Bellomo; 12 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and former wife Florence Messingier. Funeral Mass Tuesday, March 23 at 11:30 a.m. (instate 11 a.m.) at St. Peter Catholic Church, 95 Market St., Mt. Clemens. Visitation Monday 2-8 p.m. at Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main, Mt. Clemens. Burial at Clinton Grove Cemetery. Donations to American Legion Post # 4 or donor's choice. Share memories at www.vickfuneralhome.com. |
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TRAVERSE CITY — In beloved memory of a farmer born in Ypsilanti who farmed in Willis, Mich., Harold J. Wright passed away peacefully with family around him on March 18, 2010, at age 82 at Bortz Health Care in Traverse City. Harold left behind his loving wife, Joan; three children, Susan, Jim and Wendy; a daughter-in-law, Patti; two grandchildren, Eric and wife, Meredith, and Chris; and his dog, Blue. After farming, Harold drove semis for, and retired from McDonald Dairy (now Country Fresh). The family has decided on a private ceremony. A very important support for our family has been the Alzheimer's Association. Please consider donating in Harold's name to them at (231) 929-3804. Kindly share memories of Harold at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com.Arrangements are being handled by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. |
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Valerie S. Polewka, 65, of Hillsdale, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2010, in Cambria Township. She was born March 6, 1945 in Jackson. Memorial services for Valerie Polewka are being planned for a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home. |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
Virginia M. Tremlett Virginia M. Tremlett, age 84, died March 17, 2010. Mrs. Tremlett retired from the American Red Cross as a nurse. She and her husband were active with the Knights of Columbus Council 744. She enjoyed her summers in Prudenville, Mich. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence R. Dear mother of Lawrence P. (Kathy) and Kathy (Chris) Timberlake. Eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Sister of Raymond (Dorothy) Berry and sister-in-law, Helen Tremlett. Visitation Monday, 4-8 p.m. with a 6:45 p.m. Scripture service and Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. until time of 11 a.m. Funeral Service at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Road (S of 18 Mile Rd., Clinton Township. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Please visit online memorial at www.resurrectionfuneralhome.com |
Monday, March 15, 2010 1:45 AM |
GAYLORD, Mich. -- Virginia Marie Kravetz, 84, of Gaylord, died Friday, March 12, 2010. |
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Virginia Rae Swarts, age 84, of Sturgis, passed away early Sunday morning, March 14, 2010, at Riverview Manor in Three Rivers. She was born March 31, 1925, in Mount Morris,  a daughter of the late Ray Cameron and Nora (Shannon) Todd. Virginia had resided in Sturgis since 1950, coming from Michigan State University in East Lansing,  where she received her bachelor’s degree in journalism. She and her husband were students living in married Quonset housing. On July 12, 1947, she married Dr. Robert J. Swarts, D.V.M., in Mount Morris. He died July 30, 2001. From 1965-2001 she along with her husband owned and operated Country Garden Veterinary Clinic in Sturgis. She had also for several years worked with the Sherman Township election board. Virginia was an active member of First Presbyterian Church, where he had served as a deacon and elder, helped with funeral luncheons and was a member of the Presbyterian Women. For many years she volunteered her time with the American Red Cross blood bank and the Sturgis Band and Orchestra Parents Association. She enjoyed reading and acting and performed many times with the Sturgis Civic Players. Her many friends from the church and the Sturgis District Library will miss being able to hear her coming as she often times wore bells on her shoes. She is survived by two daughters, Ellen Swarts of Sturgis and Claudia (Robert) Davis of Greenville; two sons, R.C. Todd (Cynthia) Swarts of Atlanta and R. James Swarts of Grand Rapids; seven grandchildren, Sorina J. Swarts-Kinsey, Jamey Swarts-Kinsey, Patrick Robert Swarts, Kaitlyn Margaret Swarts, Sidney Endre Swarts, Brianna Marie Davis and Nora Shannon Davis; a nephew, Timm Finfrock; and a cousin, Gwen Blair. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and two sisters, Vivian Timme and Lucille Finfrock. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Virginia R. Swarts will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the First Presbyterian Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Michael Wicks will officiate. Entombment of the ashes will take place at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is handling the arrangements. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Swarts memory consider the First Presbyterian Church 1320 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091 or the American Cancer Society 1400 West Milham, Kalamazoo, MI 49024. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family. John S. Gales 89, Three Rivers John Sherman Gales, 89, of Three Rivers, passed away March 5, 2010, at his home.  Arrangements will be  at a later date at Hohner Funeral Home in Three Rivers. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 6:06 AM |
Aug. 21, 1923-March 19, 2010 W. Harold Lambeth , formerly of Holt, passed away at his most recent home in Alma, March 19, 2010, with his family by his side. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
MINES, WILLIAM H.; of Waterford; March 20, 2010; age 73. Husband of Dorothy; father of Kim (Victor) Hubbard of Clarkston and Kent (Jeanette) Mines of Waterford. Funeral arrangements are being completed by Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. For further information call 248-625-5231 Sunday after 3 p.m. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:03 AM |
LORIMER, WILLIAM S. (Bill); 75; died on March 19, 2010. |
Saturday, March 20, 2010 1:54 AM |
MARQUETTE, Mich. -- Walter G. "Buzz" Nashland, 80, of Ewen, died on Thursday, March 18, 2010, at Marquette General Hospital in Marquette, Mich. |
Thursday, March 18, 2010 6:53 AM |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 8:46 AM |
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010 12:20 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Warren L. Parson, 85, of Battle Creek (former Hillsdale County resident), passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at Heartland Rehabilitation Center in Battle Creek. He was born Sept. 10, 1924 in Camden Township to Jean Valjean and Julia (Coon) Parson. Warren retired from Aro Corporation in Bryan, Ohio, where he had worked in Quality Control for nearly 37 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, stationed aboard the USS Ringness APD-100 and USS Kenton APA-122 in the liberation of the Philippines and at the invasion of Okinawa. He belonged to the American Legion 662, Edon Ohio, and was a 50-plus year member and Past Master of the Edon Masonic Lodge 474, F & AM. Survivors include his wife, Crystle (Rigelman) Parson, whom he married Dec. 27, 1974; two sons, Mark (Prapet) Parson of Phoenix, Ariz. and Michael Parson of Montpelier, Ohio; one stepson, David (Janice) Casella of Battle Creek; one stepdaughter, Mary (Jody) English of Battle Creek; one brother, Donald (Esther) Parson of Adrian; two grandchildren, Mark and Gary Parson; two step-grandsons, Jarrod and Brandon Casella. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers: Victor,  Rollin and Robert Parson. Graveside services will be held at noon Friday at West Reading Cemetery, with the Rev. Rob Hughes officiating. Visitation is scheduled from 10 a.m. until time of service Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 8:46 AM |
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Friday, March 19, 2010 5:36 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Wilda E. Metzger, 88, of Columbia City, Ind., and formerly of North Manchester, Ind., died March 17, 2010, at her home. She was born Dec. 9, 1921, in Huntington, Ind., a daughter to  August F. and Elizabeth (Kocher) Poehler. On Sept. 29, 1946, she married Carl E. Metzger. He survives. Also surviving are a son, Lee W. Metzger of LaGrange, Ind., and one sister, Wilma M. Pinckley of Claremount, Calif. She was preceded in death by a brother, Donald C. Poehler and five sisters,  Pauline L.C. Auer, Evelyn A. Ernst, Dorothy E. Brown, Nina and Melinda Poehler. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church of Columbia City, Ind. Relatives and friends may call one hour prior to the service which begins at 11 a.m. Tuesday at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114, North Manchester, Ind. Pastor Jerrold Nichols will officiate. Memorials may be directed to Riley Children’s Hospital, 702 Barnhill Dr. Room 1715, Indianapolis, Ind., 46202 or Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana, 6316 Mutual Dr., Ft. Wayne, Ind., 46825   |
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 9:11 AM |
On Sunday, March 14, 2010, Wilfred Roisen sings baritone in an angel choir with a soprano named Shirley Anne who, 764 days earlier, had taken to Heaven the larger half of his heart. Praise Jesus for that three-fold strand! |
Sunday, March 21, 2010 7:45 AM |
William 'Billy' J. Dodge William "Billy" J. Dodge, age 41, of Harrison Twp., died Friday, March 19, 2010. He is survived by his mother, Barbara (nee Felker) Dodge; brothers, Michael (Michelle) Riley and James (Christine) Dodge; grandfather, Marion Rappa; uncle, Jack Felker; cousin, Sarah Felker; and six nieces and nephews, Robert, Lonna, Joseph, Ashley, Brittany and James. He was predeceased by his father, James Dodge; and grandmother, Lois Rappa. Memorial gathering Tuesday, March 23, 2-8 p.m. at Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main, Mt. Clemens. Burial Wednesday, March 24 at 2 p.m. at Clinton Grove Cemetery, Clinton Twp. Donations to wishes of the family. Share memories at www.vickfuneralhome.com. |
Friday, March 5, 2010 8:21 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
William Morris Deurwearder, 68, of Detroit, passed away Feb. 17, 2010. Read more HERE in Saturday’s Tribune. |
Zenna E. Rosencrants (Erfourth) Tuesday, March 16, 2010 9:07 AM |
Zenna E. Rosencrants (Erfourth) passed away March 13, 2010, with her children and family at her side. |
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