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Albert Sharon Albert Sharon, age 63, of Traverse City, formerly of Detroit, born to Henry and Bernice Sharon, died Saturday, April 10, 2010. Albert was a tool and die worker. He is survived by his children, Scott, Deborah, Amy and Daniel; grandchildren, Johnathon and Brooklyn; siblings, Carol, Jeanette, Donald, Linda and Bernice. |
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84, of Elsie, medical laboratory associate, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. Friday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie Chapel. |
86, of Owosso, bus driver, died Saturday. Services 1 p.m. Thursday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. |
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WEST ALLIS, Wis. -- Anton P. Levra, 80, of West Allis, died Sunday, April 11, 2010, in West Allis. |
Archie Vincent McMillan Born in Kalamazoo, MI on July 25, 1940 and walked on April 11, 2010. Archie was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed going to the casino. He was a "tribal elder" of the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians. He was a Native American craftsman and trader at powwows throughout the Great Lakes area. Archie was preceded in death by sons David and Jeffrey McMillan, parents; Archie Edwin and Esther McMillan, brothers; David, Jerry and Bruce McMillan, sisters; Joyce Rueckert and Judy Tackett, and special cousin Bruce Kahgee. He is survived by his wife Marie (Harr) McMillan and sons; Archie (Karen) and Scott McMillan, and daughter; Gwen (Ron) Scutt, 10 grandchildren; Mandy Curylo, Christopher (Chip)Woodbury, Mary Sharp, Travis McMillan, Shawna McMillan, Corey and Casey Scutt, Hannah, Autumn and Samantha McMillan, two great grandchildren; Haleigh Curylo and Alysa Sharp, sisters; Arvilla (Mike) Bateman, Joan (Brent) Brown, Janice (Richard) Beckhorn, Marie Simmons, Carol (Richard) Hubble, Sue Vertz and Audrey Heganbarth, brother; Donald McMillan, and many nieces and nephews. A traditional Native American memorial service will be held in Lansing at the Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. To leave online condolences go to |
69, of Lansing, died Sunday. Memorial services 1 p.m. Wednesday at Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home. |
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Bernard Edward "Bernie" Meyers Tuesday, April 13, 2010 7:02 AM |
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74, of Perry and Morrice, retired bank teller, died Sunday. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Perry. |
Betty Jane Green Age 74 of the Morrice/Perry area was called home to be with her Lord on Sunday April 11, 2010 at Ingham Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home in Perry on Wednesday April 14, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Gib Hale will officiate with burial to follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Perry. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday 2-4 & 6-8 PM. Betty was born in Alma, MI on June 27, 1935, the daughter of Lewis & Alma B. (Cook) Whitford. She graduated from Haslett High School in 1955 and on December 15, 1978 she married Richard Green. Betty attended the Baptist Church of Haines City, FL where she and Richard retired to for 16 years. She was an avid reader, loving and giving person and loved to spend time with her family which meant the world to her. Betty was a bank teller for various banks in the area and retired from 1st Federal of Perry. From 1974 trough 1979 she delivered the Detroit Free Press to the Morrice area to help support her family. She is survived by her children: Steve (Julie) Johnston of Ashburn, VA, Mike (Trisha) Johnston of Owosso, Scott Johnston of Morrice, and Karen (Mike Miller) Johnston of Swartz Creek. Step children: Bill and Shelly Green, Greg and Stacy Green, Tressa and Jerry Tapp, and Chris and Ken Raber. Many grandchildren, 2 sisters; Maxine and Bob Evans, Erma King and Gene, brother Ray and Paula Whitford. She was predeceased by her husband Richard of 28 years, son David, granddaughter Bethany and her parents. The family would like to thank all those who cared for Betty including The Pines of Lansing and Ingham Regional Medical Center. Memorials are suggested to Alzheimers or Lansing Hospice of Ingham Medical. Online condolences may be sent to |
Betty Lou McCausey Grand Ledge Age 75, passed away April 11, 2010. Life celebration Saturday, April 17, 2010, 11:00am at New Life Assembly of God Church Grand Ledge. Online condolences at |
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SPANGLER, CLYDE H.; 92; of Vandalia, IL, formerly of Pontiac, MI; died April 10, 2010 in Vandalia, IL. |
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Clyde A. Rapson Clyde Allen Rapson, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Mikado, Mich. and Myakka City, Fla., and Warren, Mich., passed away on April 11, 2010, following a long illness. He served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from November '65 to October '67 and earned three Purple Hearts. He worked at Chrysler in Warren until he moved to Florida in the 1970's. He moved back to Michigan about six years ago to be near his family due to his deteriorating health condition. For the past few years, Clyde has been a resident of the VA Medical Center in Grand Rapids, Mich. Clyde was the father of Valerie Ann Rapson, Andrea Kay Rapson and Joseph Paul Rapson. He was the grandfather of Raina Aiello. Also survived by mother, Grace A. Rapson; brothers, Ricky S. and Larry J. Rapson; sisters, Sandra D. Campbell, Judy M. Prell, and Debra L. Zebari; special friends, Lester Croyle of Warren; Henry Nagy of Sarasota, Fla.; his cousin, Earl (Bob) Remilong, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Harmon of Mikado. He was predeceased by his father, Lawrence Earl Rapson, and his brother, Danny Franklin Rapson. Internment Wednesday, April 14, 10:30 a.m., Great Lakes Cemetery, Holly, Mich. |
98, of Holt, formerly of Lansing, died Monday. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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BREWER, DAVID B; age 52; of Eureka, CA, (formerly of Pontiac and Metamora); died on March 31, 2010; at his home. |
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David Gale Hammond of Colon, and formerly of North Adams, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010, at the Battle Creek Health System. He was born July 22, 1949, in Hillsdale County, a son of Dale and Eleanor (Winner) Hammond. Mr. Hammond worked for many years as a prison guard for the State of Michigan Department of Corrections in Jackson, and later worked in the Quality Control Department at the Eaton Corporation in Three Rivers. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding motorcycles. He is survived by his mother, Eleanor “Virginia” Rhoades of Hillsdale; three daughters, Stacy (Joseph) Hodges of Quincy, Kimberly “K.C.” Saxton of Jonesville and Christina (James) Young of Jonesville; a son, David Hugh Hammond of Georgia; a stepdaughter, Francine (Richard) Nickles of Reading; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers; and a sister and his fiancee, Debbie Swafford of Colon. He was preceded in death by his father; a brother; and a grandchild. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1-2 p.m. Friday at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in North Adams. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. David Gale Hammond will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Paul Pickell officiating. Cremation will follow the service. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association. |
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David Lee Verbeke David Lee Verbeke, age 57, of Warren for 17 years, died April 9, 2010, at his home in Warren. Born December 15, 1952, in Mount Clemens, Michigan. He retired from Chrysler Corporation and was a member of the Warren V.F.W. Post 3130. He served as a Marine in Vietnam and was known as "Mad Dog." Survived by his wife Denise, children; Elizabeth (David) Young and David Lee. One granddaughter; Sophiej Nia and brother; Emil (Mary Jo). Predeceased by his parents; Gloria and Emil. Visitation at the Warren Chapel of the E.J. Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors Inc., 22642 Ryan Road (1 block south of 9 Mile Road), Thursday April 15, 2010, 2-9 p.m. with the funeral service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Private burial service. |
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David Robert Bender, 54, of Centreville, passed away Monday, April 5, 2010, at his home. He was born July 2, 1955, in Sturgis, a son of William R. and Virginia (Dellinger) Bender. On Dec. 27, 1975, he married Joyce L. Waters in Jones. Dave was a Class A certified welder at E.L. Nickell in Constantine. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, racing RC cars and playing paintball. Surviving Dave are his mother, Virginia Bender; wife, Joyce Bender of Centreville; sons, James Bender of Centreville, and William Bender of Sturgis; sisters, Janet Bender, Cherie Conner and Melissa Morgan; brothers, Dennis Bender, Larry Carpenter, Scott Carpenter and Ladd Carpenter; 13 grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, William Bender; step-father, Faye Carpenter; father-in-law, Arthur Earl Waters; and grandson, Kyle Paul Grover. Cremation has taken place and private memorial services will be held Sunday at the home of Scott Carptner, 22394 South River Road, Centreville. |
David Thomas Ives April 9, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:45 AM |
David Thomas Ives, 21, of Georgia, formerly of Carleton, died Friday from injuries suffered in an automobile accident. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- David Warren Saari, born on Nov. 19, 1936, in Ironwood, went to be with his Savior on Thursday, April 8, 2010. |
Deborah Ann Flores Feb. 5, 1959-April 10, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:45 AM |
Deborah Ann Flores, age 51 of Newport, died April 10, 2010 at St. John Providence Hospital in Southfield. |
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Dennis C. Kayner, age 59, of Tecumseh died Monday, April 5, 2010, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born Nov. 6, 1950, in Tecumseh, the son of Lee and Hazel (Engel) Kayner. He was married to Debora Wallace on Sept. 1, 1973, and she survives. Dennis was a Research Engineer in the Orthopaedic Research Lab at U. of M. since September 1983. Dennis enjoyed flying and had received his private pilot license. He had played softball for the U. of M. ORL League and enjoyed riding motorcycles, outdoor sports, woodworking, hunting and being outdoors. In addition to his wife, Debora, Dennis is survived by his parents, Lee and Hazel Kayner of Tecumseh; his mother-in-law, A. Phyllis Wallace of Tecumseh; two special companions, Meka and Tasu; sister-in-law, Cathy (Jim) Craig of Milan; and several special nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, one brother, Douglas; and his father-in-law, Leo Wallace. Dennis was a loving husband, son and uncle and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Dennis was a donor to Gift of Life. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Monday, April 12, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Tecumseh. The Funeral Service will follow at 4 p.m. with the Rev. Father Daniel Wheeler officiating. Memorials may be made to U. of M. Orthopedic Research Lab or to the Charity of Donor’s choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com.   |
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Dennis Lancaster, 69, of Grand Marais Minn., passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at the North Shore Hospital in Grand Marais. |
Denny Agin, 62, passed away after a short illness, on Wednesday, March 31, 2010, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Denny was born and resided in Beaverton, then Midland, Anderson, Indiana, and Eaton, Ohio. |
65, of Lansing, food service worker, died Thursday. There will be no services. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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Don Darrow, 83, of Mackinaw City died Dec. 27, 2009 at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. A celebration of Don’s life will be held Saturday April 17, 2010 at the Church of the Straits in Mackinaw City at 11 a.m., with Rev David Wallis officiating. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Don Darrow, 83, of Mackinaw City, died Dec. 27, 2009, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Donald J. Berkley, 83, of Tecumseh passed away April 10, 2010. Donald was born March 4, 1927, in Milan, Mich., the son of Rollo and Vera (Hoskins) Berkley. On August 20, 1949, he married Bonnie J. Buttolph in Britton. She preceded him in death July 17, 1986. Donald was a graduate of Milan High School, Eastern Michigan University and the University of Michigan with his master’s degree. After high school he served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific and the Philippines during World War II. In 1988 he retired from the Tecumseh Public Schools teaching and serving as Junior High School Principal for 37 years.    He was a lifetime member of the University of Michigan Alumni Association, served on the Tecumseh School Board and was a member of the Episcopal Church. Don is survived by a brother-in-law, Arthur Keller of Milan; brothers Gerald Berkley of Milan and James Berkley of Oregon; a cousin, Sue Martin of Holt; special dear friends, James (Janet) Toole of Tecumseh, Tom (Erin) Toole of Connecticut and Charles (Sue) Gross of Tecumseh; and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his wife, Bonnie, he was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Robert and Orlon; and sister, Betty. At Don’s request, a private burial will be in Brookside Cemetery.  A service to honor Don’s life will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Dr. Kenneth Boyd officiating. Military Honors will be performed by the U.S. Navy Funeral Honors Team, Toledo, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lenawee County Humane Society.   Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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Donald W. Domanski Donald W. Domanski, age 75, April 10, 2010. Loving father of Cindy (Kerry) Brillhart and Daniel (Tracy) Domanski. Grandfather of 11 and great-grandfather of seven. Visitation Wednesday 1-9 p.m. at the S.K. Schultz Funeral Home, 21705 Gratiot at 8 1/2 Mile Road. Scripture service Wednesday 7 p.m. Instate Thursday 9:30 a.m. at St. Barnabas Catholic Church 24800 Phlox, Eastpointe until time of funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Share memories at www.schultzfuneralhome.com. |
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Doris A. (May)  Coggiano March 12, 1916 — April 4, 2010 Doris A. (May) Coggiano, of Clearwater, Fla., passed away Sunday, April 4, 2010, at the age of 94, at the Clearwater Comprehensive Health Care Facility. She was born March 12, 1916, in Frontier, the daughter of John and Hope (Thompson) May.  Dorris loved Jesus Christ with all her heart, soul, mind and body. Her family was very precious to her and that family includes her loving son and daughter-in-law, Robert (Linda) Horr of Dunedin, Florida; one brother, Don (Nan) May of Hillsdale; nephews, Philip May of Jonesville, Doug (Lynne) May of Hillsdale and Mike “Gregg” (Sharon) May of Arcadia, Calif. and other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Gene Arnold; one daughter-in-law, Kathy Arnold and one grandson, Greg Arnold.  Dorris (May) Coggiano read her Bible every day and even paid someone to come and read the Bible to her when she could not read it because of her eyesight. She was a great giver of her tithe and enjoyed giving other gifts to people that she came across in her lifetime. She loved people and had many friends and she enjoyed visiting with them many times over breakfast or dinner. She also loved going to church when she was able to go and enjoyed flowers and working outdoors.  A private graveside service to honor the life of Dorris A. (May) Coggiano has taken place at the Lakeview Cemetery in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of their choice. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605   |
88, of Swartz Creek, died Sunday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Corunna Chapel. |
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Douglas Alan Hoogstraten, 56, of Wolverine, died April 7, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Edward J. Garvin April 11, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:45 AM |
Edward J. Garvin, 71, of Monroe died at 10 p.m. Sunday at University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
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Eleanor J. Glinski, age 85, of Ottawa Lake passed away on Monday, April 5, 2010, at Aspen Grove Assisted Living, Lambert­ville. She was born on Feb. 22, 1925 in Toledo, Ohio, to Leo and Mary (Wisniewska) Koperski. Eleanor worked for Ohio Bell, Tiedkes and B&R Baker. A former member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Toledo, she joined St. Anthony Catholic Church in Temperance, Mich., in 1965. She was a longtime member of T.O.P.S. and recipient of their K.O.P.S. (Keep Off Pounds Successfully) award. Eleanor excelled at baking and cooking, providing her family and friends with wonderful Polish dishes and homemade bread. She also canned, preserved and sold fruits and vegetables from her acre garden and was a skilled knitter who provided socks, mittens and gloves to veterans during World War II. She especially enjoyed playing Bunco with her friends for 25 years, and loved to read. Eleanor’s survivors include her children, Richard (Denise) Glinski of Adrian, Ruth Glinski of Reno, Nev., and Robert Glinski of Ottawa Lake; and grandchildren, Daniel, Michael, Melanie and Christopher Glinski. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Glinski, on Jan. 15, 2007; her parents, and her brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Gertrude Koperski. Family and friends may visit on Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. in the Sujkowski Funeral Home Northpointe, 114-128 E. Alexis Road, Toledo, with a Scripture/Rosary Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Services will begin on Saturday at 9:15 a.m. in the funeral home and continue with the Funeral Mass at St. Anthony Church, Temperance at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Anthony Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to St. Anthony Catholic Church, 4605 St. Anthony Road, Temperance, MI 48182. Please view and share condolences and memories at www.sujkowski.com.   |
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Elizabeth M. Koonter Laingsburg Age 80, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2010 at "We Care" Adult Foster Home. She was born September 23, 1929 in Owosso, the daughter of Albert and Lizzie (Herblet) Forrest. She graduated from Ovid High School in 1948 and then on October 29, 1949 she married Donald Ray Koonter. She had worked at Toledo Com. in Owosso and Michigan State Police. She is survived by her four children; Daniel (Anzhelika) Koonter of Kalkaska, Kenny (Leona) Koonter, Gary (Barb)Koonter and Carrie (Mary McDougal)Koonter all of Laingsburg, six grandchildren; Troy (Anita) Koonter, Tina (Jeff) Ray, Teresa Densmore, Karen Koonter, Amy (Mark) Gugel, Mark (Kelli) Koonter, Kimberly (Marvin) Balcarcel and Alex Avramenko, 16 great-grandchildren; Keith, Kevin, Klinton, Kyle, Olivia, Lucas, MacKenzie, Riley, Jesse, Maya, Logan, Zachary, Calvin, Cameron, Jasmine and Matthew, two sisters; Lena Benak of Marshall and Katie Zdenahlik of Haslett. She was predeceased by her husband Donald, brother Albert Forrest, sisters; Alberta Forrest and Doris Nickols and great-grandson Michael Balcarcel. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Laingsburg Chapel with Pastor Elbert Dulworth officiating. Family will meet with friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Laingsburg Cemetery. A special thank you to Jo and Trina from Sparrow-Hospice and everyone from "We Care" Adult Foster Care. They showed compassion and Love to Liz and all her family. In Lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Sparrow Hospice or "We Care" Adult Foster Care. Online condolences can be sent to |
Elizabeth P. Zakas Delta Township Passed away January 13, 2010. Elizabeth was born November 7, 1932 in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan to the late Maurice and Harriet (Woodworth) Piatt. She retired from St. Lawrence Hospital as a Histotechnologist. Elizabeth wintered at Amelia Island, Florida, was an avid golfer at the Grand Ledge Country Club, a devout bird watcher and loved spending summers at Lake Michigan "Birchwood" community. She is survived by her children, Kathi (Bruce) Dunn of Grand Ledge and Mike (Kristy) Zakas of New Mexico; grandchildren, Nicole and A.J.; sister Robin (Jim) Olson of California. A memorial service with a meal to follow will be held Saturday, April 17, 2010, 11:30 a.m. at the Grand Ledge Opera House 121 South Bridge Street Grand Ledge, Michigan 48837. The family will receive friends at the Opera House from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11:30 a.m. Memorial contributions may be given to the Delta Township District Library 5130 Davenport Drive Lansing, Michigan 48917. Arrangements by the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Online condolences and guest book entries may be made at |
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Ellis John "Jim" Premo, 98, of Walloon Lake, Petoskey, passed away on Feb. 5, 2010, in Stuart, Fla., after a long bout with various cancers. |
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Elmer Poole, 85, died on Friday, April 9, 2010, at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. |
88, of Eaton Rapids, retired Michigan State University employee, died Saturday. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home, Lansing. |
86, of East Lansing, died Saturday. Services 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Gerard Catholic Church. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing. |
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Eugene G. Blossey Lansing Age 90, passed away April 11, 2010. Born June 21, 1919 in Hamlet, IN. Eugene was a U.S. Army veteran serving in WW II. He retired from General Motors after 33 years of service, and was the retired owner operator of Blossey's Motorcycles on North Grand River in Lansing. He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, and enjoyed attending car shows with his 1933 Morgan. He loved traveling. He was a member of the Great Lakes Morgan Owners Group, the Lansing Motorcycle Club, and a charter life member of the American Motorcyclist Assoc. He was a member of Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Germaine "Ruth" in 1991; son, Michael in 1999; and wife, Lucille in 2010. Surviving are his son, William (Colleen) Blossey; step-son, Russell (Jeanne) Morrell; daughter-in-law, Jill Blossey; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous other family members and friends. Visitation is from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday in the Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing. Services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 14th at Evergreen Cemetery in Lansing with Pastor Paul J. Lindloff officiating. Military honors provided by Edwin Leyanna V.F.W. Post #671. Friends may visit the guest book at |
90, of Lansing, retired General Motors employee and Blossey's Motorcycles owner/operator, died Sunday. Graveside services 2 p.m. Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home. |
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Eugene J. Barczynski Eugene J. Barczynski, age 81, a resident of Clinton Township, died April 11, 2010 at Lakepointe Senior Care & Rehab Center, Clinton Township. He was born March 22, 1929 in Detroit, Mich. A high school graduate, he was a Corporal in the U.S. Army. He loved his grandchildren, liked crossword puzzles, lottery tickets, took pride in his Polish heritage, bowling and following Tiger baseball. Eugene retired from the U.S. Post Office. He was a member of the Usher Club at St. Valerie Catholic Church. He is survived by his children, Nancy (Doug Perry) Wilt, Barbara (David) Parrott; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Arlene (James) Tines. He was predeceased by wife, Janet L. and son, Brian; parents, Joseph and Mary Barczynski. Visitation Wednesday, 2-8 p.m. at Resurrection Funeral Home, 40800 Hayes Road, Clinton Township. Funeral Service Thursday, 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. |
99, of Springport, former healthcare provider, died Sunday. Graveside services 10 a.m. today at Rosehill Cemetery, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements by Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
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SEELEY, FRANCES LOUISE; of Waterford; April 11, 2010; age 86; born February 21, 1924 in Pontiac Twp., MI. |
Frances L. Kerns April 10, 2010 Sunday, April 11, 2010 12:19 AM |
Frances L. Kerns, 85, of Temperance died Saturday night at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. |
Frances Lucy Kerns April 10, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:45 AM |
Frances Lucy Kerns of Temperance, MI died April 10, 2010 in the Hospice of Northwest Ohio at Toledo. |
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Frank I. Balasa, of Petoskey and formerly of Chicago, left us on April 5, 2010. |
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Rev. Frank J. Shearer, 73, of Holland, died April 11, 2010, in Hospice House of Holland after a long battle with cancer. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in the sanctuary of Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Road. Visitation is 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery.  www.lifestorynet.com |
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The Rev. Frank J. Shearer, age 73, of Holland, died Sunday, April 11, 2010, in Hospice House of Holland after a long battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 14 in the Sanctuary of Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Road. Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 13 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Northwood Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Avenue. Burial will take place in Graafschap Cemetery in Holland. 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. |
Franklin R. Johnson April 9, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:45 AM |
Franklin R. Johnson, 65, of Toledo, formerly of Monroe, died at 11:21 a.m. Friday at University of Toledo Medical Center. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
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BAUMGART, GEORGE LOUIS; of Ortonville; April 9, 2010; at 79 years of age. |
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Genevieve V. Rataiczak Genevieve Victoria "Jean" Rataiczak, age 92, a resident of Mount Clemens, died Thursday, April 8, 2010. She was born March 23, 1918, in Pennsylvania to the late Michael and Louise (Grzyp) Osolinski. Mrs. Rataiczak was a homemaker, and was a member of Knox Church in Harrison Township. She is survived by daughter, Barbara, and a host of close friends. Visitation Wednesday, 3-8 p.m. at the Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, 140 South Main Street, Mount Clemens. Funeral service Thursday, 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home. www.vickfuneralhome.com. |
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55, of Maple Rapids, factory worker, died Sunday. Services 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler. Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Home, Goerge Chapel, Fowler. |
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Gilbert R. Slusher, 70, of Mottville Township, died Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at his home. He was born Aug. 12, 1939, in Mesopotomia, Ohio, a son of Frank and Gladys (Ruswinkle) Slusher. He had lived in the Mottville area since 1966, coming from White Pigeon. His early life was spent in Ohio. On March 1, 1968, he married Dorothy E. Winkleman in Sturgis. She preceded him in death Oct. 27, 2009. He had been employed on a dairy farm, a sawmill, CMI Foundry, Sturgis Foundry and Pioneer Seed Company in Constantine. He was a member of Mottville Community Church in Mottville. He enjoyed yard work and spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving are a daughter, Lisa K. Slusher of Mottville; a son, Russell D. Slusher of Mottville; his mother, Gladys Slusher of Ohio; two sisters, Ethel (Don) Lethers of Warren, Ohio, and Mary (Richard) Everson of Bristolville, Ohio; two brothers, Lewis (Vicki) Slusher of White Pigeon, Lee (Heirietta) Slusher of Middlefield, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife; his father; and a brother, Ray Slusher. Visitation is 1-3 p.m. Saturday at Mottville Community Church. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the church, with Pastor David Bell officiating. Burial will follow at Mottville Township Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the family. Envelopes are available at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. |
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Ginger Sturtevant, 68, of Adrian, passed away April 8, 2010, at St. Joseph Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was born July 9, 1941, in Ann Arbor, Mich., the daughter of Elzie and Martha (Dale) Barth. Ginger worked at Associated Charities for over 15 years before her illness.  She was a member of the Tecumseh Eagles. Ginger liked shooting pool, bowling and playing cards with her family along with being an avid NASCAR fan. She is survived by her children, James Bunting, Angela Macham, Brian Bunting, David (Nadine) Bunting and Kimberly Sturtevant; her grandchildren, who called her MeMe, Elizabeth, Tasha, Amanda, Stephan, Hope, Kelsey Rose and Kelsey Alexis; three great-grandchildren, Emily, Sarah and Ana; and her siblings, Betty (Wayne) Cox, Jackie Presson, Ardyce Cox, Robert (Connie) Barth and Gordon Barth. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elzie and Martha Barth; her son, Sherman Bunting; her brother, Joe Barth; and her sister, Jean Mann.   Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2010, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.  Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian.  Visitation will be Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian.  Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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Glenn H. Beckman, 93, longtime Reading area farmer, passed away Friday at the Laurels of Coldwater. He was born April 7, 1917, in Latte Ohio, the son of Fred and Ida (Adair) Beckman. Glenn served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a longtime member of the Reading Baptist Church. He also attended the Hillsdale United Brethren Church and formerly belonged to the Hills and Dales Square Dance Club. Glenn was a devoted family man and loved farming, gardening and attending auctions. On Aug. 20, 1950, he married Emma (Haskell), and she survives, along with two daughters, Sue Dilyard, Reading; Glenda (Dan) Mann, Camden; one sister, Edna (Jerry) Edgerton, Battle Creek; three grandchildren, Whitney, Brock and Kenton Mann. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister (Faye Swaney), four brothers (Otto, Ray, Carl and Claire Beckman), and his son-in-law (Roy Dilyard). Visitation is scheduled 3-7 p.m. Sunday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Maplewood Cemetery, Reading, with Reverend Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Memorials are suggested to Hillsdale Right to Life or a charity of one’s choice. |
87, of Lansing, retired construction business owner and designer, died Friday. Services 1:30 p.m. today at St. Gerard Catholic Church. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:03 AM |
KNISELY, HAZEL AUDREY; of Pontiac; April 11, 2010; age 97; born March 11, 1913 in Fairview, West Virginia. |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:03 AM |
RENN, HELENE; of Ortonville; April 12, 2010; at 96 years of age. |
Monday, April 12, 2010 12:54 PM |
Harmon C. Grubbs Sr., 84, of Boyne City and San Diego, Calif., and formerly of Grosse Pointe Farms, died Saturday, April 10, 2010, at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
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Hazel Eliza Kresse, age 89, of rural Sand Creek passed away April 11, 2010, at home. She was born Aug. 23, 1920, in Oakshade, Ohio, the daughter of George and Alice (Ruihley) Punches. She lived at Devils Lake from 1965 to 2002, then she lived with her daughter, Linda Reeves. She married Wayne Wesley Lusk on July 11, 1937. He preceded her in death on Oct. 26, 1962. She then married Dale Kresse on Dec. 20, 1964. He passed away on March 28, 1991. Hazel attended Lyons Christian Church in Lyons, Ohio.  She is survived by two daughters, Linda (Carlton) Reeves of Sand Creek and Sandra Kay Winzeler and the late Wayne Winzeler of Adrian; three stepdaughters, Gladys Jean Kresse of Weatherford, Texas, Mrs. James (Joan) Thomas of Hillsdale and Mrs. Donald (Joyce) Esterline of Hudson; seven grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grand- children. She was preceded in death by two sisters in infancy; three sisters, Joy Turner, Ila Reckner and Goldie Layton; her brother, Kenneth Punches; her parents and two husbands. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Paul Bomeli officiating. Burial will follow in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian.  Visitation will be on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee, Lyons Christian Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be offered online at www.pursefuneralcom.com. |
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 12:57 PM |
Helen Davis, 88, Gaylord, died at her home on April 6, 2010. |
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 8:36 AM |
Helen E. Koper, 89, of Petoskey, died April 5, 2010, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 10:39 AM |
Helen Koper, 89, of Petoskey, died April 5, 2010, at Bortz Health Care of Petoskey. |
89, of Perrinton, died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Wednesday at Dodge Funeral Home, Middleton. |
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Henry (Bob) Brinks, age 93, of Holland, passed away peacefully Monday, April 12, 2010, at Lakeside Vista. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Third Reformed Church, 111 West 13th Street, with  Rev. William Unzicker officiating. Burial will be in the Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation will follow the service. Arrangements are by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder 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. |
ISABELLA GRACE (known by her sisters as Izzy or Bella) GRIFFITH Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:03 AM |
GRIFFITH, ISABELLA GRACE (known by her sisters as Izzy or Bella); of White Lake; April 12, 2010; born March 10, 2010 in Royal Oak, MI. |
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Irene Gill, 72, of Quincy, passed away at her home Monday, April 12, 2010. She was born March 31, 1938 to Mattie (Blackburn) and Vado Edmonds in Pikeville, Kent. She married Richard Gill on Nov. 12, 1956. He survives. Irene was employed at Acorn for 15 years. She enjoyed gardening, growing flowers, camping, being outdoors and cooking. She is survived by her husband, Richard of 53 years; daughters; Debra Gill of Quincy and Traci Metroff (Rick Rasmussen) of Coldwater, grandchildren; Ricky (Amanda) Gill of Fremont, Ind., Nathan Metroff of Coldwater and Caleb and Shawn Rasmussen of Coldwater, step great grandchildren; Trey, Hunter and Gabriel Watson of Allen; sisters; Bettie (Rolando) Gabriel of Flat Rock and Christine (Roger) Nieman of Milan and many nieces and nephews. She is loved very much and will forever be missed. Irene was preceded in death by her parents Mattie and Vado Edmonds, daughter Karen, brothers Robert, Hobart and Preston Edmonds, sisters Viennie Julson and Marie Henderson and infant grandson Matthew Metroff. Private graveside services will be held at Michigan Memorial Park in Flat Rock. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, Coldwater, (517) 278-2311. |
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Sunday, April 11, 2010 6:41 AM |
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SPEARS, J.I. "JESSIE"; age 84; passed away Friday, April 9, 2010 at Doctors Hospital of Michigan. |
Monday, April 12, 2010 2:41 AM |
FASSINGER, JAMES A.; of Holly; April 7, 2010; age 61; Loving husband of Jean; dear father of James M. (Diana) Fassinger, Gary Fassinger, Jennifer (Michael) Dugan and step-father of Belleami (Robert) Dilbeck and Richard Vess; son of Doris (Chet) Chesebro and the late Arpard Fassinger; dear brother of Donald (Debra) Fassinger, Janet (Tim) Bates, David (Beth) Fassinger and the late Paul Fassinger (Marsha); beloved grandfather of Max, Ema, Kaitlyn and Kiley. |
Monday, April 12, 2010 2:41 AM |
REDENIUS, JILL; age 63; of Hartland; died April 9, 2010. |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:03 AM |
MILLER, JULIA A.; of Sylvan Lake; April 11, 2010; at 83 years of age. |
69, of Sunfield, Sunfield Village Council member, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. today at Sunfield United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. |
James "Jim" E. McAlister, Jr., 74 of The Villages, Florida died on Thursday, March 25, 2010. |
James B. Spears, born on May 7, 1930, left us March 21, 2010 to be with his beloved Geraldine (Knope) Spears, who left us on Nov. 14, 2004, just three weeks after their 50th Wedding Anniversary. |
66, of Owosso, set-up man, died Sunday. Services 1 p.m. Friday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. |
68, of Lennon, died Sunday. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Jennings-Lyons Chapel, Owosso. |
Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:16 AM |
CLEARWATER, Fla. -- James Michael "Jim" Oravecz, 70, of Clearwater, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, April 7, 2010, in Clearwater. |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 5:57 AM |
Jane Edwards Jane Edwards (nee Russell), age 65, born March 11, 1945, passed away April 11, 2010, peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her siblings, Pat (Bob) Papciak, Sally (Norm) Klein, Joan Sabatini and Patrick Russell, and many loving nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband, Gerald and infant daughter, Leslie Jane; parents, Ernest and Mary Russell and brother, Tim Russell. Visitation Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. Service at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot, Roseville. |
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Sunday, April 11, 2010 6:41 AM |
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WATERSMEET, Mich. -- Jean Schutte, 72, of Watersmeet, went home to her Lord on Friday, April 9, 2010. |
Thursday, April 8, 2010 8:40 AM |
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Jessica E. "Jess" Kohlligian, 79, of Petoskey, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at Hiland Cottage. |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 5:57 AM |
John F. Katen John F. Katen, age 50, died April 10, 2010. Beloved father of Michael and Matthew. Dear son of Shirley Prout and the late John Katen. Grandson of Geraldine F. Stewart. Brother of Debbie (Champ) Katen and Kathy (Dan) Bartz; nephew of Jim and Joanne Denis. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends. Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Road (north of 15 Mile. Visitation Tuesday 4-9 and Wednesday 2-9 p.m. Burial White Chapel Cemetery. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneralhome.com. |
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John J. Bolhuis, 92, of Battle Creek, formerly of Coldwater, died Sunday, April 11, 2010 at the Community Health Center of Branch County in Coldwater. The funeral service will be held on Friday, April 16, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor Mike Brown officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service on Friday beginning at 9 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Mr. Bolhuis was born Nov. 19, 1917 in Summit, Ill., to John and Anna (Rot) Bolhuis. He married Catherine Jager on Nov. 23, 1939. She preceded him in death in 1993. He then married Virginia (Nugent) Jager on Dec. 7, 2002. He served in the US Navy during WWII, helping with barrack and cabinet construction. After the war, he continued his work in constructing houses and cabinet finishing and installation. John started his own cabinet business, Bolhuis Millwork in Evergreen Park, Ill., and was well known for the superior quality of his cabinetry. He and his wife moved to Coldwater Lake, where they enjoyed fishing, boating and visits from their children and grandchildren. John continued to craft cabinets after relocating to Coldwater. Over the years, John took many fishing trips with his friends, including one of his favorite trips to Belize. He loved to talk about these fishing trips and share pictures of the fish he caught. Mr. Bolhuis resided in Coldwater for over 30 years before moving to Battle Creek in 2002. He is survived by his wife Virginia, his brother Egbert (Jean) Bolhuis, sisters Gert (Gil) DeYoung and Theresa (Eugene) Riley, his sons John (Kris) Bolhuis, Jim (Jean) Bolhuis and Ken (Sharon) Bolhuis, his daughters Betty (Ken) Amberson and Beverly Bolhuis, 11 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Memorials may be directed to the charity of one’s choice. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the family guestbook. |
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June Ladd, age 85, of Clearwater, Fla., formerly of Adrian, died Monday, April 5, 2010. She was born June 25, 1924, in Seneca, Mich., to Otto and Alice (Dippery) Metcalf. On Oct. 22, 1949, in Seward, Ohio, she married Idean William Ladd and he preceded her in death on Oct. 28, 2005. June is survived by her two daughters, Amy (Gilbert) Minkel of Clearwater, Fla., and Lori Bailey of Youngstown, Ohio; four grandchildren, Anthony D. Swyers, William D. Swyers, Matthew Falor and Crystal Bailey; and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathy Ladd; her parents and several siblings. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 9, 2010, at 3 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian with the Rev. Lloyd Jewett officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.   |
Monday, April 12, 2010 2:41 AM |
JOYNER, KENNETH "Blackie"; 81; of Bear Lake; died Saturday, April 10, 2010. |
Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:24 AM |
DULUTH, Minn. -- Karen Marie Cook, 53, of Merriweather, Mich., died unexpectedly Thursday, April 8, 2010, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. |
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Kathryn May Gunter, age 97, of Kalamazoo, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2010. She was born June 15, 1912,  a daughter of the late Levi and Catherine (Burkholder) Miller.  Surviving are her son,  George Gunter of  Three Rivers; and three granddaughters, Christine Gunter, Stacey Bohrs and Rebecca Sturwold. She was preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Eley Funeral Home in Centreville. Burial will be in the Locust Grove Mennonite Cemetery. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.   |
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Keith Hill Clark, age 82, of East Leroy, passed away Friday, April 9, 2010 at Life Span Good Samaritan Hospice Residence in Battle Creek. Visitation will be held Monday, April 12 from 2-4 p.m. and Tuesday, April 13 from 6-8 p.m. at the Spencer Family Funeral Home in Athens. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 14 at the funeral home. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home. www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com. |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:55 AM |
SAXON, Wis. -- Kenneth A. Routhier, 85, of 15359 N. Saxon Falls Road, Saxon, died Saturday, April 10, 2010, at home. |
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 10:38 AM |
L. Annarita Stevens, of Lake Tahoe, Calif., formerly of Petoskey and Harbor Springs, died in Auburn, Calif., on Saturday, April 3, 2010. |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:03 AM |
GARRETSON, LEE SMITH, SR.; a long-time resident of West Bloomfield; died on April 12, 2010; at the age of 87. |
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Lakisha Rene Dillard “Agodoa” was born on April 5, 1983, to Patty Dillard and Christopher Ukpone but was adopted by Mike Agodoa and Debra Twumasi (Agodoa). She graduated from North Crowley High School and received her Esthetician license from Ogle Beauty School in Fort Worth, Texas. Lakisha worked at Deb’s Beauty Supply as an assistant manager and later with AT&T as a Customer Care Representative. She was a member of the Potters House Ministry in Dallas, Texas, and later became a member of Greater St. Stephen First Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas, where she served as an Usher. Lakisha was preceded in death by her Great-Grandparents: Matilda and George; Sister: Stephanie; Aunts: Rosie, Herdsine and Gladys;  Niece: Amaya. Her memories will live forever in the hearts of all those whom she left behind. such as her Fathers: Christopher, Mike and Frank; Mothers: Patty and Debra; Grand­mother: Lorine Dillard; Brother: Michael Jr.;  Sisters: Felicia, Pamela, Teneka, Desiree, Irene and Rosalynn; Uncles: Larry, Ronald and Wess Sr.; Aunts: Janice, Patsy and Carrie; Nephews: William, Darshawn, Jeavell and Amar; Nieces: Sha Brica, Amir and Jordan; Brother-in-law: Shawn; Special friends: The Thompson Family, Otis, Natasha, Donna, Princella, Retha, Norma, Candi, Sherron, Pam, Miguel, Derrick, Maurice and Jayla. And a host of cousins and friends. Lakisha will be remembered for her love and compassion for others and those she touched with her joy and beautiful smile during her short journey with us. Funeral services for Lakisha will be held on Friday, April 9, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Bishop Robert Bernard officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com.    |
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72, of Lake Odessa, Twin City Foods millwright, died Saturday. Services 1 p.m. April 24 at Nashville Assembly of God. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. |
Lillian M. Hindbaugh April 9, 2010 Sunday, April 11, 2010 12:29 AM |
Lillian M. Hindbaugh, age 94, of Riverview, died April 9, 2010. |
Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:17 AM |
ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Librarians are not typically known throughout the world, nor are usually considered adventurers. Liz Oesleby, 69, who died Thursday, April 1, 2010, in St. Paul, clearly broke that mold. |
87, of Durand, retired Simplicity of Durand employee, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. Friday at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Perry. |
Louis E. Roussey April 8, 2010 Sunday, April 11, 2010 12:30 AM |
Louis E. Roussey, 74, of Hudson, Fla., formerly of Monroe, died Thursday at his home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Louis E. Roussey Jan. 10, 1936-April 8, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:47 AM |
Louis E. Roussey, age 74 of Hudson, Florida formerly of Monroe, died at 9:46 am Thursday, April 8, 2010 in his home. |
Friday, April 9, 2010 8:11 AM |
Louise Ingraham Moser, 82, of Harbor Springs, died April 7, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
Thursday, April 8, 2010 8:07 AM |
Louise Moser, 82, of Harbor Springs, died April 7, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. |
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Lucienne A. Spreuer, 85, of LaGrange, Ind.,  died April 8, 2010, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and  6-8 p.m. Saturday at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Spring St., LaGrange. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange.   |
Monday, April 12, 2010 2:41 AM |
MINOR, MALCOLM J. "Jake"; of Waterford; April 9, 2010; age 75. |
MARCELINE A. "Marcie" RATHSBURG Monday, April 12, 2010 2:41 AM |
RATHSBURG, MARCELINE A. "Marcie"; of Clarkston; April 9, 2010; age 75. |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:03 AM |
McNEAL, MATTHEW JR. "POPS" "MR. MACK"; age 68; departed this life Wednesday April 6, 2010; at Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital. |
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FRENCHI, MICHAEL J.; April 9, 2010; age 23. |
Margaret Elenor Heimbuck Pinkett Sunday, April 11, 2010 6:41 AM |
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Margaret Hulst, 97, of Holland, died Friday, April 9, 2010, at Resthaven’s Boersma Cottage. Services are 3 p.m. Tuesday at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. www.langelandsterenberg.com |
Marie C. Zorn-Oats April 3, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:48 AM |
Zorn-Oats, Marie C., age 91, of Lecanto, FL., died April 3, 2010. |
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Marvin Schoolcraft, 82, of Afton, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2010 at the Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey. A memorial gathering will take place starting at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 1, 2010, at the Afton Community Club on Montgomery Road in Afton. Read more HERE in Wednesday’s Tribune.  |
69, of Eaton Rapids, General Motors service parts plant employee, died Saturday. Services 11 a.m. today at Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
Saturday, April 10, 2010 8:30 AM |
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010 5:57 AM |
Mary Beth Ballor Mary Beth Ballor, age 56, a resident of Mount Clemens, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 7, 2010. She was born in Mount Clemens on January 29, 1954, to Raymond J. and Patricia A. Erskine Ballor. She was a graduate of Mount Clemens High School, class of 1972, a member of the USAF from 1972-1976. She obtained her BSME from Michigan Tech and upon graduation, went to work at General Electric in Morrison, Illinois as a mechanical engineer until she left GE in 1994 to assist in the care of her mother and her sister, Christine. She truly cherished the time she spent with her family and friends doing the many things she loved to do — travel, attend her nieces' sporting and cultural events, card playing, golfing, hiking and "rum-running." She was very strong in her faith which she lived out as a volunteer for Perpetual Adoration, Meals on Wheels, and as the primary care giver for her sister. Mary Beth is survived by her siblings, Theresa (Robert) Polakovich, Christine, James (Christy), Barbara (David) Coy, John (Angela), and Richard (Lee) and predeceased by her parents. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 17, 2010, at St. Ronald Catholic Church, 17701 15 Mile, Clinton Township, MI. Memorials to Life Skills Vocational Training Center, 16460 E. 13 Mile Road, Roseville, MI 48066. Make checks payable to Virginia Taylor. Please leave memorial comments atwww.kaulfuneralhome.com. |
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Mary Lou “Mickey” Ferm, 78, of Elkhart, Ind., died April 9, 2010, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born May 9, 1931 in Mishawaka, Ind., to Louis and Alice (Colley) Salisbury. On Sept. 12, 2009, in Elkhart she married Edward T. Keeley. He survives along with one daughter, Kathy (Kim) Gerring of Nappanee, Ind.; two sons, Gary Ferm of Elkhart and Terry (Patti) Ferm of Goshen, Ind.; five grandchildren, Rachael (Jason) Thompson of Nappanee, Ind., Ted (Dayna) Gerring of Mishawaka, Ind.,  Ashley (Aaron) Reeder of Ft. Wayne, Ind.,  Gary Wenger of Niles and Matthew Ferm of Goshen, Ind.  Also surviving are two great-grandchildren, Haley Thompson and Kyla Reeder; five brothers, John (Janet) Salisbury of White Pigeon, Mich., Mike (Alice) Salisbury of Constantine, Mich., Lynn Salisbury of Kalamazoo, Mich., Tom Salisbury of White Pigeon, Mich., Marty (Linda) Salisbury of Goshen, Ind.; four sisters, Joyce Kenney of Elkhart, Ind., Susie Fergison of Sturgis, Mich., Holly (Jim) Hunter of White Pigeon, Mich., and Nancy McFall of White Pigeon, Mich.; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two bothers, Clifton “Kike”  Salisbury and Lee Salisbury. Mickey retired from Crown International (Harman) in Elkhart on July 13, 2007. She was a former member of the Women of the Moose.She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren and visiting piers and lighthouses in Michigan. A Private Family Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Cremation will take place, with inurnment at a later date in Rice Cemetery. Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Faith Mission in Elkhart. Online condolences may be sent to www.wmzfh.com. |
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DULUTH, Minn. -- Mary Nelson, 93, of Wakefield, Mich., died Friday, April 9, 2010, as the result of an injury due to a fall at home, at the Hospice in St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, surrounded by her loving family. |
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 8:38 AM |
Mason O. Clark Jr., 87, of Niles, Mich., formerly of East Jordan, died peacefully at his home Monday, March 22, 2010. |
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Merritt E. Parr, 86, of Indian River, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2010 at Bortz Health Care Center in Petoskey. Visitation will be noon-2 p.m. Thursday, April 15, 2010 at Lintz Funeral Home in Indian River. A graveside service will be held at Oakhill Cemetery on Thursday directly following the visitation. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:03 AM |
FREDERICK, NORMA E.; of Highland; April 6, 2010; age 90. |
Nancy E. Strzelewicz Aug. 10, 1969-April 9, 2010 Sunday, April 11, 2010 12:30 AM |
Nancy E. Strzelewicz, age 40, of Petersburg, MI, died Friday, April 9, 2010, in her home surrounded by her family and close friends. |
69, of Delta Township, retired Waverly Middle School teacher, died Monday. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing. |
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Nancy Timmerman, 64, of Holland, died Monday, April 12, 2010, at Hospice House. Arrangements will be announced  by the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. www.lifestorynet.com |
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Jean Raymond, 65, of Adrian went home to be with her Lord on Friday, April 9, 2010, at Toledo Hospital. She was born Jan. 7, 1945, in Piedmont, Ala., to G.W. and Relzie Mae (Tolbert) McFry. On Aug. 24, 1963, she married Jack R. Raymond in Whittaker, Mich., and he survives. Jean was a member of Berean Baptist Church, where she enjoyed decorating, working with the senior citizens and helping with missions and banquets. She also loved interior decorating, traveling, scrapbooking, floral arranging and most of all spending time with her family. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her father, G.W. McFry of Canton, Mich; one daughter, Johnna (Adam) Camacho of Adrian; two sons, Jay (Colleen) Raymond of Holland, Mich., and Justin (Angelle) Raymond of Adrian; three siblings, Gary Wayne (Sylvia) McFry of Piketon, Ohio, Yvonne (Jim) Caruana of Wayne, Mich., and Ron (Kathie) McFry of Canton, Mich; and five grandchildren, Jasmine, BreAnne, Jacob, Kaya and Jeffrey. She was preceded in death by her mother and a grandson, Jayson. Funeral services for Jean will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Berean Baptist Church with Dr. R. Michael Cox and Pastor Doug Rogers co-officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Park, Adrian. Visitation will be held on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home and also on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at Berean Baptist Church. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Berean Baptist Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Norma Raymond, 65, of Adrian died Friday, April 9, 2010, at Toledo Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Norman L. Wood Sr., 80, of Butler Township passed away Tuesday at Battle Creek Health System.  He was born August 26, 1929, in Eaton County, the son of Vern L. and Nettie Fern (Gable) Wood.  Norman graduated from Quincy High School in 1948 and was a self-employed heavy equipment operator. Survivors include his wife Florence “Flo”; one daughter, Michele Wood, Nubinway; three sons, Norman (Roberta) Wood Jr., Butler Township; Douglas Wood, Butler Township; Douglas Wood, Butler Township; Bruce Wood, Butler Township; three stepsons, T.J. Rogers, Butler Township; Timm (Kellie) Rogers, Butler Township; Carl (Diana) Rogers, Butler Township; an aunt, Barbara Bender, Quincy; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. His parents, one sister and one grandson preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Friday at the George White Funeral Home, Litchfield, with Reid Waffle officiating.  Interment will follow in Whig Center Cemetery.  Visitation is scheduled 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.   |
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Other deaths, 4-13-10 Alan Shier, 61, of Macomb Township, Hauss Funeral Home, Macomb Township |
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Patricia Ann Caudill, 47, of Marco Island, Fla., died April 1, 2010, at her home following an extended illness. She was born June 18, 1962, daughter of Chris (Deann) Buckhold of Sturgis and Paulette (the late Ron) Leist of Marco Island, Fla. She was a 1980 graduate of Sturgis High School and resided in Sturgis and Marco Island all her life. Surviving are her parents; two sons, Jerry Caudill of Sturgis and Eric Buckhold of Marco Island; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date for family and close friends in Sturgis. Memorials may be directed to St. John’s Lutheran School, 1108 E. Lafayette St., Sturgis, Mich.  49091. |
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MARSHFIELD, Wis. -- Patricia Ann Zani, 57, of Ironwood, Mich., went home to the Lord on Saturday, March, 20, 2010, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield, after a brief illness. |
Patricia Oklejas April 10, 2010 Sunday, April 11, 2010 12:30 AM |
Patricia Oklejas, 96, of Monroe died at 2:19 p.m. Saturday at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Patricia Oklejas July 11, 1913-April 10, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:48 AM |
Patricia Oklejas, 96, of Monroe died at 2:19 p.m. Saturday at the Lutheran Home, where she had resided for the last 7 years. |
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Paul Richard Rutan of Hillsdale went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. He was born October 12, 1927 in Napoleon, Mich., the son of Milton and Greeta (Touse) Rutan. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Barbara Rutan and two brothers, Louis and Bruce Rutan. He is survived by his wife, Helen F. (Goodman/Horton) Rutan; five children, LeeAnn (David) Reese of Jackson; Robert (Deborah) Rutan of Jackson; Sue (Nick) Serafin of Horton; Dan (Jane) Rutan of Hillsdale; and Jon (Theresa) Rutan of Hillsdale; 14 grandchildren; 14 step-grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 22 step-great- grandchildren; two brothers, Lee Earl (Doris) Rutan of Stockbridge; Milton (Kathy) Rutan of Columbus, Ind.; four sisters, Florence (Marshall) Johnson of Arizona; Gayle (George) Ruff of Colorado; Mary Lou Hammer of Clark Lake; and Alice (Harvey) Hill of Colorado Springs, Colo. and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Rutan served his country in the United States Navy from 1946 to 1948. He was a member of Cambria Baptist Church and a faithful attender of the Gospel Barn in Hillsdale. He worked for many years as a builder and built many homes in the Jackson County and Lenawee County areas, and he also had a passion for farming. A funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Paul Richard Rutan will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Don Harkey officiating. Interment will take place in the Somerset Center Cemetery in Somerset Township. The family will receive friends for visitation 2-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Samaritan’s Purse. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home Hillsdale 517-437-0605   |
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BOOTH, ROBERT D.; of Pontiac; April 6, 2010; age 54; born July 25, 1955 in Pontiac, MI. |
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Raymond D. Huber, 54, of Cheboygan, passed away April 3, 2010. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date is his honor. Read more HERE in Friday's Tribune. |
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Rex Weinberg, age 89 of Kline’s Resort, Three Rivers, died Sunday, April 11, 2010, at the Three Rivers Health emergency room.  He was born on April 1, 1921, in Vicksburg, a son of the late Watson and Zella (Davis) Weinberg. After high school, Rex worked at the Parchment Paper Mill before he met and married Frances Marker on Aug. 16, 1941, in Kalamazoo. Rex was a farmer in the Vicksburg and Mendon area, later settling at a home on Hampton Road. He and his wife operated a dry-cleaning and laundry business, and a John Deere farm equipment and lawn and garden center in Vicksburg for several years.  He was a member of the St. Joseph County Farm Bureau, and had served on the board of directors for the Federal Land Bank.  He was a 50-year member of the West Mendon United Methodist Church, and had spent the past several winters in Florida. Rex is survived by his wife, Frances; a son and daughter in law, Ron and Pat Weinberg of Mendon; a son-in-law, Patrick Jergens of Three Rivers; five grandchildren, Sheli  (Doug) Cupp of Three Rivers, Troy  (Sandra) Weinberg of  Three Rivers, Jeff (Elizabeth) Jergens of  Sturgis, Robin (Mark) Parks of Mendon, and Tim (Tonya) Jergens of Mendon; 20 great-grandchildren; a brother, Wilber (Ruth)  Weinberg of Mendon; a sister, Lois  (Dick) Henry of Glen Arbor; a brother-in-law, Wayne Marker; two sisters-in-law, Mary Roberts and Maxine York; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Lyle and Wilson; and by a daughter, Carolyn Jergens.  The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. today at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon.  Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at the West Mendon United Methodist Church, with Pastor Ward Pierce officiating. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to the church.  An online register is available and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
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Richard M. McFarlane Richard M. McFarlane, age 79. April 11, 2010. Beloved husband of Patricia. Loving father of Stacey (Aaron) McFarlane-Loiselle and Richard B. McFarlane. Loving grandfather of Ethan and Madeline. Dearest brother of Ann Dennis. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Road at Metro Parkway (16 Mile) Interment, Cadillac Memorial Gardens East. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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Robert (Bob) Haines, 65, of Stratford, Okla., passed away Friday, March 26, 2010, in Oklahoma City.  He was born in Hillsdale on January 13, 1945, the son of Letha (Harper) Crawford and Robert W. Haines. Besides his mother, Letha, he is survived by two daughters, Gina (Steve) Harris and Judi (Terry) Dryden and four grandchildren, all of Arkansas; three sisters, Judy (Jerry) VanZandt, Patty (Dennis) Siegrist, and Connie Smelko, all of Reading and several nieces and nephews.       He was preceded in death by his father and a son.  Private graveside services for the family will be held at a later date.  Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Reading.   |
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Robert Dean Wilson, age 69, of Hillsdale, formerly of Mason City, Iowa, passed away Friday, April 9, 2010 in Wheatland Township. He was born Aug. 1, 1940 in Mason City, Iowa. Funeral arrangements for Robert D. Wilson are pending at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. |
83, of Kewadin, formerly of Lansing, insurance and estate planning advisor, died Thursday. Services 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Tiffany Funeral Home, Lansing. |
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Rose Marie Rombach Nov. 24, 1931-April 8, 2010 Saturday, April 10, 2010 2:33 AM |
Rose Marie Rombach, 78 years, of Samaria, MI, passed away Thursday April 8, 2010, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. |
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Ruth A. Andrews Ruth A. Andrews, age 91, died April 11, 2010, in her Warren home. She was born February 26, 1919, in Detroit, Michigan. She is survived by her children, Susan (Gary) Pogorzelski, Judith (Elio) Cuffaro and John. Grandmother of Jason Pogorzelski, Amy Galea, Kimberly Pogorzelski and Jeremie Cuffaro; great- grandmother of Caleb, Savannah and Logan. Sister of Robert Joyce and Virginia Warchol. Memorial Service Saturday, May 1, 2010, 11 a.m. at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot, Roseville. |
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Ruth Lucile Barnett, age 93, of Tecumseh, formerly of Adrian, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at Lynwood Manor. She was born May 30, 1916, in Athens, Ohio, to John and Mary Gertrude (May) Potts. On May 27, 1934, she married Woodard Barnett. He preceded her in death on Oct. 12, 1972. Ruth was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene, Adrian. She had been employed by Bixby Hospital for 20 years, retiring in 1983. Ruth is survived by two sons, Lewis Barnett of Tempe, Ariz., and James (Ella) Barnett of Tecumseh; six grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 22 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Woodard, she was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Raymond, Carl and Lewis; two sisters, Carrie and Naomi; and a great-granddaughter, Jessica Barnett. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 12, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh, with Pastor Mike Dunson officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.                   You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh.   |
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 1:03 AM |
KRAUSE, SANDRA KAY (SWARTZ); born September 14, 1949, and went home to be with the Lord April 11, 2010. |
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ROWBOTHAM, SHIRLEY G.; age 86; of New Hudson and a former resident of Milford, MI; passed on April 11, 2010. |
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THACKER, SUE C.; of Central City, Kentucky, formerly of Pontiac; April 10, 2010; age 75. |
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Sabina L. Kava Sabina L. Kava, age 84, of Warren, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2010 in West Bloomfield, Michigan. She was born September 11, 1925 in Hamtramck, Michigan. Beloved wife of the late Frank V. Kava. Dear mother of Mary Ann (Marty) Paddock, Joan (The Late Norm) Zawislak, Frank (Kristie) Kava, Michael (Linda) Kava and Therese (Mark) Franchini. Loving grandmother of Martin, Matt, Maria, Jeff, Andrea, Michelle, Brian, Frank, Tim, Lauren, Christopher, Matthew, Joey, Ashley and Katie. Precious great-grandmother of Whitney, Ryan, Miranda, Emily, Julia, Brynn, Anna and Paul. Dear sister of Wanda Wolf. Visitation Tuesday 5-9 p.m. and Wednesday 1-9 p.m. at the Wasik Funeral Home Inc., 11470 Thirteen Mile Road (West of Hoover), Warren. Instate Thursday 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Blase Catholic Church 12151 Fifteen Mile Rd (East of Dodge Park) Sterling Heights. Interment St. Clement Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to The Capuchins or The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association are preferred. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.wasikfuneralhome.com |
Friday, April 9, 2010 8:12 AM |
ZIMMER, Sarah "Sally" Olert |
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Sandra Jean Christensen Sandra Jean Christensen, age 61, of Clinton Township, died April 10, 2010, at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. She was born June 28, 1948, in Detroit and worked as a personal banker in Mount Clemens area for many years. She is survived by her husband, Philip Christensen Jr.; children, Andrea (Kevin) Sharpe, Dina (John) Piccinino, Philip Christensen III, Erika Christensen (Kiojuan Howard) and Robert (Laura) Christensen; parents, Frank and Jean Shea; grandchildren, Gabbie, Brenden, Johnny, Shea, Grant, Dylan and Kyara; and siblings, John (Ann) Shea, Frank (Debbie) Shea, Bob (Jackie) Shea and Kim (Terry) Pardon. Visiting hours will be Tuesday from 2:30 until 9 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Funeral services Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated. |
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Shelley Henning April 10, 2010 Sunday, April 11, 2010 12:12 AM |
Shelley Henning, 51, of Ottawa Lake died at 12:15 p.m. Saturday in her home. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. |
Shelley Kay Henning March 6, 1959-April 10, 2010 Monday, April 12, 2010 11:49 AM |
Shelley Kay Henning, 51 years of Ottawa Lake, MI passed away peacefully at home on Saturday April 10, 2010 after battling illness for 9 years. |
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Steven R. Anthony, 60, of Boyne Falls, died at his home on April 5, 2010, surrounded by his family, after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. |
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Steven Romane Anthony, 60, of Boyne Falls, passed away on April 5, 2010, at his home. |
Susan Marie Ziesmer Sept. 10, 1945-April 6, 2010 Sunday, April 11, 2010 12:31 AM |
Susan Marie Ziesmer, age 64, of Elk Rapids, previously of Toledo, OH passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at her home with her family at her side. |
Thomas R. Mertz, 67, of Gladwin, passed away after a short illness, on Sunday, April 4, 2010 at MidMichigan Medical Center�"Midland. |
Timothy Curtis Meighen Dimondale Age 54, died April 6, 2010 in Charlotte. Timothy was born January 15, 1956 in Toledo, Ohio, a son of Lewis and Margaret Meighen. He was a Meijer's employee and Vietnam era Army veteran. Surviving are his daughter, Whitney S. Smith of Owosso; two brothers, Matthew William (Kathy) Meighen of Charlotte and Bernard James (Wanki) Meighen of Green Bay, Wisconsin; one sister, Rebecca Lynn Pedo of Lansing; nieces and nephews. A private service will be held at a later time. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 S. Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813. |
Tommy Lee Gaston Born June 17, 1942 in Charleston, MO, to Johnny and Ollie Marie Gaston, who precedes him in death. He was one of 8 siblings. He retired from Federal Drop Fordge after 17 years. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, singing, playing the guitar and social outings. Tommy is preceded in death by his daughter, Dorothy Gaston. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Odessie Gaston; daughters Sandra (Houston) Bailey, Marilyn (Kurt) Donald, Lori Gaston, Shaneen Gaston, Tanielle Gaston; son Johnny (Carlotta) Robinson Jr., 3 sisters; 23 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. He will be dearly missed by friends and family. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 15, 2010 at Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing, with a one-hour visitation before the service. Friends may sign the online guestbook at |
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Venla E. Selaty Venla Elizabeth "Fina" Selaty, age 82, passed away on Good Friday, April 2, 2010. She was born January 7, 1928, in Ramsey, Mich., to Oscar and Margaret Juntti. Her family moved from the Upper Peninsula to Detroit in 1942. In 1947 she married John N. Selaty. Venla returned to night school and graduated in 1971, from New Haven High, with her son Steven. She worked at the Mount Clemens Pottery in the 1970s, moved to Florida and lived in the Tampa Bay area for 20 years, returning to Mich. in 2004. Venla was truly an inspiration and a "hero" to many. She is survived by children, Nicholas, Aaron (Jan), Anthony (Rebecca), and Sylvanna; four grandchildren, Crystal (Jon), Jasan (Andrea), Aubrey, Hanna; and five great-grandchildren, Alexis, Sarah, Joe, Jack, and Ben. Venla was preceded in death by her ex-husband, John Selaty; two sons, Steven and John; and son-in-law, Gary Shreves. Please make donations to the American Cancer Society. |
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Vicki Hiar, 55, of Grand Rapids, and formerly of Carp Lake, died late Sunday evening, April 4, 2010, at the Mackinac Straits Hospital Health Care Center in St. Ignace. |
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Virgil J. Vincent, 87, of Marquette and formerly Cheboygan, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans. In accordance with Virgil’s wishes, there will be no services. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Walter Flamme Mason Age 54, died April 11, 2010; born January 19, 1956 in Mason, MI to Walter and Margaret (McMann) Flamme, Sr. Walter was loved by all. Those who knew him were blessed and will always celebrate his life. Preceded in death by his father and sister, Marleen. Surviving are his wife, Tracy; one son, Josh Flamme; mother Margaret Flamme; 2 sisters, Donna Havens and Connie Whitford; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 15, 2010, at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 621 S. Jefferson, Mason, MI 48854 with the Rev. Ed Owens officiating. Interment immediately following in Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the chapel Wednesday from 3 - 7 p.m . Those desiring may make contributions to the Capital Area Community Services, Inc., (Food Bank) 407 N. Cedar Street, Mason, MI 48854. On-line condolences at |
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Wayne Philip Speet, age 59, of Holland, died Saturday, April 10, 2010, at home. A memorial service will be Thursday, 1 p.m. at the Mulder Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 188 W. 32nd St.  Officiating will be Rev. Mark Quist. Burial will be in Graafschaap Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, 6-9 p.m. at the funeral home. 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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William J. Hoard, 69, of Coldwater, passed away Friday, April 9, 2010 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. He was born Jan. 2, 1941 in Bronson Township to Lloyd A. and Verna V. (Sharpe) Hoard. William had worked at Gambles Warehouse in Coldwater for 19 years and retired from Panel Processing in Coldwater after 18 years. He is survived by a son; Robert W. (Melissa George) Hoard of Coldwater, grandson Eric Hartbarger, granddaughter Morgan Dale Hoard, two brothers from Texas and a sister, from Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a daughter, Rina Hartbarger in 1997. William loved spoiling his granddaughter and gardening, especially growing horseradish. There will be a gathering of family and friends on Friday, April 16, 2010 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater. A luncheon will follow at 6 p.m. at the Eagle Hall, 331 Butters Avenue, Coldwater. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, Coldwater, (517) 278-2311. |
William Ray "Billy Ray" Kester Saturday, April 10, 2010 8:30 AM |
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Wilma M. Rose, 92, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2010. |
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