'Golden Girl' Rue McClanahan dies Thursday, June 3, 2010 2:32 PM |
NEW YORK (AP) — Rue McClanahan, the Emmy-winning actress who brought the sexually liberated Southern belle Blanche Devereaux to life on the hit TV series "The Golden Girls," has died. She was 76. |
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LAMB, ARTHUR EDWARD; of Waterford; June 3, 2010; at 84 years of age. |
• Deward William Arnold, 79, of Ludington, died June 1. Oak Grove Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
Barbara Jo (Johnson) Tansey Grand Ledge Barbara Jo (Johnson) Tansey, 80, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 3. Barb was born in Canton, Ohio July 9, 1929 and moved with parents Clinton (Ole), Fern (Nana) and brothers Erwin, Stan and Bill to Grand Ledge when she was in the 6th grade. She graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 1947 and briefly attended MSU before marrying her husband of 52 years, Robert (Bob), who preceded her in death. Barb is survived by her four children and their spouses, Bobbie, Jon and Terrilyn, Sheila, Peggy and Dan Mcleod, 5 granddaughters and two grandsons, many nieces, nephews and their families. Along with caring for her family, Barb served as a volunteer, President or officer in various community, school and golf organizations over the years. She also worked in sales at Knapp's and Sears. She enjoyed playing golf, and loved to cook. Barb had an enthusiastic and fun-loving personality, and will be missed by her family, friends and neighbors. The family will receive friends at Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, on Sunday, June 6, from 3 to 6 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church on Monday, June 7 at 1 p.m, with Reverend Fr. Greg Brown presiding. For those desiring, contributions may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, PO Box 116, Grand Ledge, MI 48837. Online condolences at |
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BETZ, CAROL E.; age 76; born on February 24, 1934, in Highland Park, MI; and passed on June 2, 2010, in Pontiac, MI. |
77, of Eaton Rapids, retired bank teller, died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at First United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements by Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. |
Curtis Wayne Parker, 84, of Paso Robles, California, passed away May 19, 2010 at the Mission View Health Center in San Luis, Obispo, California. |
101, of St. Johns, formerly of Beaver Island and Ann Arbor, Pfizer accountant, died Friday. Graveside services noon Thursday at Lowe Cemetery. Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Homes, St. Johns. |
60, of Charlotte, retired General Motors foundry worker, died May 29. Services 1p.m. today at Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. |
Dennis L. "Butch" Kramer Muir Formerly of Fowler, died June 3, 2010, at the age of 56. Born on June 23, 1953, in Carson City, the son of Eldred and Bernadine (Smith) Kramer. Butch was employed by the Clinton County Road Commission, was a member of the Fowler Conservation Club, and the V.F.W. Men's Auxiliary. He married Sandy Ward, on May 1, 2004, and she survives him. Also surviving are his daughter, Jenna Kramer, sons, Troy (Beth) Kramer, Brent (Shiloh) Kramer, stepdaughters, Charmaine Taylor, and Jennifer (Chris Brown) Peiffer, stepsons, Thad Peiffer, and Jeremie Peiffer, grandchildren, Shaun Kramer, Chase Kramer, Isaac Kramer, Thomas Peiffer, Mark Kramer, Jr., Dante Kramer, Abygayle Brown, and Carter Dennis Brown, brothers, Mark (Deb) Kramer, Ed (Deb) Kramer and Luke Kramer, and brother in law, Louie (Diane) Smith and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Ann Smith. Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 7, 2010, at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Fowler, with Fr. Dennis Howard presiding. Burial will follow at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery. The family will receive friends, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, with a rosary being prayed Sunday at 8 p.m., at the Goerge Chapel of Osgood Funeral Homes, 11112 W. Ionia St., Fowler. Contributions will be made to the charity of his family's choice. To learn more about Butch and view his Life Story film, visit his personal webpage at, where you can share a memory or photo, and sign his memory book. |
56, of Muir, formerly of Fowler, retired Clinton County Road Commission employee, died Thursday. Services 10:30 a.m. Monday at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler. Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Homes, Goerge Chapel, Fowler. |
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WAUSAU, Wis. -- Donald Douglas Haanpaa, 69, of Ironwood, Mich., died Sunday, May 23, 2010, in Wausau. |
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DURYN, ERIKA M.; age 84; of White Lake; passed away on June 2, 2010. |
Edwin E. "Gene" Gronau Sr., age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2010 at his home. |
Elaine Schols Littlefield Elaine S. Littlefield left us to be with our Lord on April 25, 2010. She was born Elaine Cecilia Schols on December 6, 1919, in Grand Rapid, Michigan. She attended Michigan State University where she met and married her husband of 51 years, J. Lyle Littlefield. Mr. Littlefield preceded her in death in 1991. She lived in East Lansing, Michigan for 20 years; Fremont, Michigan for 14 years; Nokomis, Florida for 25 years, in retirement and her final two years in Willis, Texas. Everywhere she lived, she was always active in local area churches, clubs and organizations, volunteering her time and talents to each. She is survived by two sons, Larry of Ault, Colorado and Floyd and his wife, Carolyn, of Willis, Texas and also three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A memorial service is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. August 21, 2010 at the United Methodist Church in Farwell, Michigan and a graveside service following, where she will rest with her husband. In lieu of flowers, donations to her favorite charity, the, , 2400 Augusta Drive, Houston, TX 77057, would be greatly appreciated. |
91, of Okemos, died Friday. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Williamston Chapel. |
Elvin Thys Talsma, 92, of Wichita, Kansas, died June 3 in Ludington. Alexander-Rye Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.... |
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62, of Lansing, Navy veteran, retired Massman truck driver, died Sunday. Services 11 a.m. today at Faith Church, Lansing. Arrangements by Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
58, of Lansing, retired computer programmer, died Friday. Services 5 p.m. Tuesday at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel. |
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George “John” Lampman, 75, of Coldwater, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 3, 2010. A service will be held on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home in Bronson with Pastor John Fields officiating. Interment will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Coldwater. Visitation will also be held on Tuesday prior to the service from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. John was born April 2, 1935 in Coldwater to Elmer and Cora (Foreman) Lampman. He married Ida Mae Rumsey on July 10, 1987 in Coldwater. John was a resident of Bronson all his life attending Bronson schools and served honorably in the US Army. John had worked at Bronson Plating for 24 years before retiring in July 2001. He loved horses and enjoyed attending animal auctions, especially in Hillsdale. John was an avid hunter and fisherman. John is survived by his wife Ida, son Randy (Kathy) Mock of Coldwater, daughters Kathy (Kim) Eichler and Tammy (Raymond) Kulpinski, both of Bronson and April (Shaun) Kline of Coldwater, brother Floyd (Barbara) Lampman of Quincy, sisters Thelma (Donald) Johnson of Parma and Shelba (Jim) Buerher of Coldwater, 15 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by daughter Ida Marie Neil, sisters Ora Gallop and Lillian Paul, brother Peter Lampman and niece Teresa Buerher. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
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KOWALCZYK, HELEN L.; age 81; June 3, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Frank; she will be dearly missed by her children Jerry (Kathy), Paul (Robin), Ann (Dan) Kalvelage, Cathy (Greg) Sokoloski and Mike (Danielle); grandmother of Chris (Karih), David, Jessica (Rob), Erica, Chrissy, Sarah, Lindsey and Delaney; sister of Frank and Richard (Virginia) Nawrocki. Helen loved and missed her late husband, Frank, immensely who died tragically in 1964. |
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BULLA, HELEN MARGARET; age 93; long-time resident of Sanilac and Oakland counties; died Thursday, June 3, 2010, in Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Clinton Township, MI. |
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Vicki A. Heinzer, 51, of Manistee, died May 31. The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of arrangements.... |
95, of Ithaca, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday at Barden Funeral Home, Ithaca. |
Helen Mary Deason Cumming, Georgia Age 87, formerly of Lansing, Michigan passed away Tuesday June 1st, 2010. Mrs. Deason was preceded in death by her Husband Lawrence Deason. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Survivors include her son & daughter-in-law, Michael and Sherrie Deason of Cumming, Georgia; daughter, Linda Geraldo of New Port Richey, Florida; sisters, Dorothy Matzinger of Traverse City, Michigan and Betty Sholl of The Dalles, Oregon. Five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survived. On line condolences can be made at, Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services in charge of the arrangements. 155 Professional Park Drive, Cumming, GA. (678) 455-5815. |
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Howard Dean Horton, 76, of Charlevoix, died May 28, 2010, at Charlevoix Area Hospital from complications of Parkinson's disease. |
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Hurl Fulkerson, Jr. Hurl Fulkerson, Jr., age 86, of Shelby Township, died June 4, 2010. Loving husband of Joyce (Nee MacIntyre) Fulkerson. Dear father of David Fulkerson, Dale (Marilyn) Fulkerson and Jane Mitrovich. Grandfather of David (Natalie), Anthony (Danielle), Christopher, Katie (Mike), Patrick and Jacob. Great-grandfather of Ethan, Noah, Luke, Malachi and Jackson. Brother of the late Harry, Delcia, Fred, Ben and Ray. Hurl was a World War II Army veteran serving in the South Pacific. Funeral service Monday, June 7, 2010 11 a.m. with an instate time of 10 a.m. at St Paul's United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo Road, Rochester. The family will receive friends Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-7 p.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester. Interment, White Chapel Cemetery. Memorials to the Methodist Children's Home. Online guestbook, www.modetzfuneralhomes.com. |
Ivona ‘Verna’ Cebina Feb. 12, 1915-June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 9:46 PM |
Ivona “Verna” Cebina, age 95, of Monroe, Mich., passed away June 3, 2010 at Fountain View of Monroe. She had been in declining health. |
Ivona “Verna” Cebina June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 11:53 AM |
Ivona “Verna” Cebina, 95, of Monroe died Thursday. |
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WALKER, JAMES W. "JIM"; of Burton; May 31, 2010 unexpectedly due to a motorcycle accident; age 52. |
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Jack Bos, 73, of Holland, died Friday, June 4, 2010, at Hospice House of Holland. Arrangements will be announced by the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St. |
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Jamie Joe Green, age 35 of Colon, died Monday of natural causes at his home. He was born Oct. 28, 1974, in Coldwater, a son of Joddie and Terry (Shultz) Green, and was a lifetime resident of the Colon area. For the past 15 years, Jamie had been employed at Vanguard LLC in Colon. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, playing pool, darts and video games. Jamie is survived by his mother, Terry Green of Colon; a brother, Billy Green and his finance, Shellie Prichard, of Colon; a half-sister, Julie Hedrick of Buford, Mo.; two aunts, Louise DeWitt of Seymour, Ind., and Doloros Lohrberg of Schoolcraft; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Joddie Green; maternal grandparents, James and Estella Shultz; and paternal grandparents, Jody and Bell Green. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in Lakeside Cemetery, with the Rev. Glenn Middleton, pastor of the Christian Fellowship Center, officiating. Memorials will be directed to the family. An online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com. |
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ASHLAND, Wis. -- Janet R. Sworab, 74, of Ramsay, Mich., passed away Monday, May 31, 2010, at the Memorial Medical Center in Ashland. |
59, of Lansing, retired state employee and Waverly Schools teacher, died Monday. Services 11 a.m. today at Tiffany Funeral Home. |
Jean Ann (Maurer) Williams, 83 Tuesday, June 1, 2010 9:14 AM |
Jean Ann (Maurer) Williams, age 83, of Vermilion, Ohio, passed away peacefully as a result of complications from Alzheimer's disease on Saturday, May 29, 2010. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Jean B. Orsoni, 94, of Maple Street, Hurley, Wis., died Sunday, April 4, 2010, in Ironwood. |
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  Jeanette Elizabeth Newberry, 85 of Coldwater died Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Jeanette was born Jan. 22, 1925 in Ovid Township, Branch County, to Melvin and Ruth Elizabeth (Bussing) Barnes. She married Loren “Hooney” Newberry in December of 1946 in Coldwater, and he preceded in death in 1978. She volunteered at the Coldwater Lake Association, and American Cancer Society. Jeanette worked many years at Gillespie Funeral Home in Coldwater. Survivors include daughter Karen Downs of Coldwater; son David (Pailin) Newberry of Battle Creek; grandchildren Michael (Dr. Sara Platte) Newberry, Jennifer (Preston) Swapp, Justin (Connie) Downs, and Aaron (Monica) Downs; great-grandchildren Brandon, Nicholas and Austin Downs; sisters Joan Stout and Joy (Bill) Ward; brothers John (Gail) Barnes, Roger Barnes and Max (Norine) Barnes; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by husband Loren, and brothers Richard, Donald and Charles Barnes. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 4, at the Gillespie Funeral Home in Coldwater, with Rev. Shane Chellis officiating. Burial will be at Sorter Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, June 3, at the funeral home. Memorial may be made to American Cancer Society, American Heart Association or American Lung Association. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. |
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Jerry W. Stump, 63, of Cheboygan passed away Monday May 31, 2010 at his home. Arrangements are pending and will be announced by the Nordman Funeral Home. |
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Joan E. Rogers Joan E. "Butch" Rogers, age 75, of Harrison Township, passed away Thursday morning in Roseville. She was born November 5, 1934, in Detroit, Michigan, a daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Weiss) Kessler. On July 15, 1976, Joan was united in marriage with Ralph Rogers in Mount Clemens. Butch enjoyed cross stitching, playing cards, gambling at the casino and fishing. Mrs. Rogers is survived by her husband of 33 years, Ralph; three children, Lauri (Raymond) Constance of Alabama, Ronald (Linda) Constance of Florida and Corrine Constance of Roseville; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Podulka and Catherine Blatz; two stepchildren, Barney (Charlene) Rogers of Harrison Township and Trudy (Jim) MacLeod of Troy. Joan was predeceased by two children, Paul Constance and Connie Beck; and two siblings, Ann Wenner and Mary Nennie. Visiting hours are from 2-8 p.m. Saturday in the Will and Schwarzkoff Funeral Home, 233 Northbound Gratiot Avenue, Mount Clemens. A funeral service will be held, Sunday, June 6, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Reverend Bill Davis officiating. Memorial contributions to Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, 4100 John R, Detroit, MI 48201-994. Share memories at willandschwarzkoff.com. |
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John Ormsbee, 71, of Cheboygan, died Thursday evening at his home with his loving family at his side. The family will receive callers at the Community Church of Christ on Sunday, June 6, 2010 from 3-8 p.m. There will be a Masonic Memorial service at the church at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be on Monday at the Community Church of Christ at 2 p.m. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune. |
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John Patrick Duffy, 63, of Holland, died Thursday, June 3, 2010, at his home. Visitation is scheduled 6 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Downtown Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 29 E. Ninth St. with wake prayers at7 p.m. www.lifestorynet.com |
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John W. Sedluk John W. Sedluk, age 41, passed away after a long illness on June 3, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Melissa; daughter, Sylvia; son, Jason; sister, Christine (Joe) Duhaine; and brother, Eric. Visitation Sunday, 3-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. service at Buehler Funeral Home, 26429 Gratiot, in Roseville. |
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Joyce Laskosky Butler, 79, of Onaway, died at home on Sunday, May 30, 2010. Funeral arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home. |
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CARROTHERS, KENYTTA; May 28, 2010; age 34. Husband of Shenek Carrothers; son of Jackie Carrothers and Jimmy Flentroy; father of Kayla Carrothers and a baby due this June; survived by many siblings and family members. |
Kathryn M. Lovell, 81, of Pentwater died June 3. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 2:39 AM |
PHOENIX -- Kathryn Marie Clawson, 81, of Phoenix, passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 20, 2010, in Phoenix. |
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83, of Elsie, retired Fisher Body employee, died Wednesday. Services 11 a.m. today at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie Chapel. |
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Kelly L. Neuman, age 38, of Grand Haven, died Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Services are 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Clock Life Story Funeral Home, Grand Haven. |
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Kyle Jeffery Newbury, age 24, of Harbor Springs, died unexpectedly May 28, 2010. |
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Larry L. Louwers Larry L. Louwers, age 75. June 3, 2010. Beloved husband of Ann (nee McLinn). Loving father of Lanette L. Louwers and Kelly Ann (John B.) Maher. Dear grandfather of Laine, Kit, and Jack Maher. Brother of Robert (Joan), Mary Lou (Paul) Geist, Jenny (Tom) Apfel, and the late Arthur "Buddy." Brother-in-law of Charles J. McLinn, J. Scott (Sonny) McLinn and Marlene Louwers. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Son of the late Edward and the late Lorraine. Larry was a Realtor in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties for 49 years. Visitation Sunday 1-7 p.m. at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road at Common (12� Mile Road). Mr. Louwers will lie instate on Monday at 11 a.m. until the time of funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 31555 Hoover Road in Warren. Please share memories at www.Temrowski.com. |
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Leauta Falkenberg June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 11:56 AM |
Leauta Falkenberg, 78, of Carleton died Thursday morning in the ICU of Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service. |
Leonard Walters Jr. June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 9:47 PM |
Leonard Walters Jr., 74, of Temperance died Thursday at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. |
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Lillie Mae Kelly, age 83, of Fountain Inn, S.C., made her final journey to be united with her Lord and Savior on May 31, 2010. Lillie lived in Centreville for 19 years before moving to South Carolina in January 2010. She leaves behind her four loving daughters, Jean (DaWayne) Heath of Portage., Joan (Robert) Kelley of Sturgis, Patricia (Robert) Eikmeier of Fountain Inn and Cindy Workman of Comstock; along with 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Her cremains will be interred at the Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville. Private graveside services will be held for the family at a later date. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com. |
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Lorraine S. (Witte/Preger) Doolittle, 70, of Clare, formerly of Rhodes passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010 at Mid-Michigan Medical Center-Clare following a courageous battle with cancer. |
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Lorraine V. Young, 91, of Zeeland, died Thursday, June 3, 2010, in Zeeland Community Hospital. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. www.lakeshorememorial.com |
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Lucinda Hodgkin, 89, of Boyne City, died Sunday, May 30, 2010, at Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
Lucinda May (Moore Schroeder) Hodgkin, 89 Wednesday, June 2, 2010 9:06 AM |
Lucinda May (Moore Schroeder) Hodgkin, 89, of Boyne City, died Sunday, May 30, 2010, at Charlevoix Area Hospital after a 16-month battle with cancer. |
Lyle B. Curtis Grand Ledge Lyle B. Curtis, age 77 passed away June 3, 2010 in Lansing, MI. He was born January 31, 1933 in Oneida Twp., Eaton Co., MI, son to Ralph and Esther (Smith) Curtis. Lyle graduated as valedictorian in his class of 1951 from Sunfield High School and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Accounting from Ferris State University. He was formerly employed as a CPA for Wyandott Corp. and owned several businesses, including Lyles Party Store of Grand Ledge. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Army; a member of the Cole-Briggs American Legion Post 48, Belleville Masonic Lodge, and was also a member of the Order of Eagles Aerie 2371. Survivors include his daughter, Carla Lohr of Grand Ledge; four sisters: Audrey Lugibihl of Grand Ledge, Mary (John) Wellton of Grand Ledge, Evelyn VanHouten of Mulliken and Joyce Brown of Grand Ledge; brothers, George (Carol) Curtis of Holt and David Curtis of Mulliken, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; two sisters, Margaret Feazel and Helen Brokaw and brother, William Curtis. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 7, 2010 - 11:00 a.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, followed by Military Honors at Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. The family will receive friends Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the, or the Capital Area Humane Society. Online condolences may be made at |
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EARLY, MARGARET E.; of Waterford; died suddenly June 1, 2010; at 64 years of age. |
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JACOPEC, MARGARET M.; age 77; of Macon, GA, formerly of Auburn Hills and Rochester; passed away June 1, 2010. |
98, of Corunna, factory worker, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Corunna Chapel. |
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Marc Daniel Navarro, 28, of Blissfield passed away Thursday, May 27, 2010, in Brooksville, Fla. He was born Oct. 30, 1981, in Adrian to David Lyle and Teresa Delores (Casarez) Navarro. Marc loved watching movies, spending time with his family and his dog, Jewels. He loved to eat meals with family and friends, especially at Red Lobster.  He was a musician and enjoyed music. He is survived by his parents, David and Kathryn Navarro of Adrian and Teresa and Nickolaus Majaura of Odessa, Fla; two brothers, Ronald James Navarro of Seattle, Wash., and David A. Navarro of Grand Rapids, Mich; and his grandmothers, Petra Casarez of Adrian and Esther Castorena of Adrian. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Amado Casarez and Adolio C. Navarro, and an uncle, Ronald Navarro. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 3 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Marc Navarro Trust. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
Marcella Mary (Geiger) Ready Sept. 27, 1914-June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 9:47 PM |
Marcella Mary (Geiger) Ready passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2010, at 4:45 p.m. at the Lutheran Home, Monroe, under the care of Mercy Memorial Hospice. |
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Marcella Ready, 92, of Monroe died Wednesday in the Lutheran Home of Monroe. Arrangements by Capaul Funeral Home, Ida. |
Margaret Mae Leavitt St. Johns Passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010 at the age of 92. She was born to Charles Benona and Gertrude Belle (Holley) Morrill in rural Clinton County on February 16, 1918 and spent most of her childhood in and around Ovid. On June 10, 1938 Margaret married George C. Leavitt of Elsie and in 1941, they along with George's parents, moved to Washington Township, Gratiot County, where they raised three children, operated a cash crop and livestock farming business and lived their entire married life of 64 years. Margaret graduated from Ovid High School with the class of 1936. She graduated in 1937 from Clinton County Normal School. She then began a rewarding and enjoyable teaching career. Her teaching assignments were at the Cedar Lake School in Victor Township, village schools in Pompeii and Bannister and Alma Middle School. By taking night and Saturday classes through Central Michigan University, Margaret graduated with a B. S. Degree in Elementary Education in 1960 and continued teaching until her retirement in 1973. Margaret is survived by her son, Dale Leavitt of Washington Township, two daughters, Betty Leavitt and Marilyn (Thomas) Irrer of St. Johns, daughter-in-law, Christine Leavitt of St. Johns; seven grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, and one brother, Stanley (Jean) Morrill of Laingsburg and many nieces, nephews and their families. Along with her husband, George, she was preceded in death by her four brothers, Clyde (Zetta), Clifton (Julia), Orley (Wilma), & Gaylord (Elaine) Morrill, and one sister, Mildred (Steven)Toth. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at the Osgood Funeral Home, 104 E. Cass St., St. Johns, Michigan, burial will follow at Collier Cemetery with Pastor Kathy Leydorf officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday, June 6 from 2-4 pm and Monday, 6-8 pm at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Salem U.M.C. 2307 W. Maple Rapids Rd. St. Johns or Sparrow Clinton Hospital Foundation. To learn more about Margaret and view her Life Story film, visit her personal webpage at |
89, of Ovid, died Thursday. Services 2 p.m. Monday at Osgood Funeral Home, Houghton Chapel, Ovid. |
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Marilyn Sue Flessner, aged 60, of Troy, Ohio, passed on Wednesday, May 19, 2010. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Rob; children, Jill and Dan Huelsman of Troy, Ohio, Ryan and Courtney Flessner of Indianapolis, Ind., and Blake and Sarah Flessner of Grand Rapids, Mich.; grandchildren, Haley and Zane Huelsman, Abel and Adelyn Flessner, and Emmett Flessner; brother, Don and Sue Cooley; sister, Peggy Coppess; and the extended Flessner and Cooley families. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Susie (Casillas) Cooley. Marilyn had worked as a special education teacher for the Monroe Jefferson and Harrison Schools until her retirement in 2000 to spend more time with her family and friends. A celebration of Marilyn’s life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2010, at the Lakewood United Methodist Church, 10265 E. Brown Road, Lake Odessa, MI 48849. Do something good or special for someone in honor of Marilyn.   |
Thursday, June 3, 2010 3:59 PM |
Marjorie M. Tegge was born March 29, 1915, the daughter of Joseph R. and Mildred Allen. She graduated from Dearborn High and Detroit Business Institute. |
Thursday, June 3, 2010 10:09 AM |
Mark A. Weisler, 59, of Boyne City, passed away at his home surrounded by his family and friends on Tuesday, June 1, 2010. |
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 8:25 AM |
Mark D. Littler died in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Oct. 28, 2009, at the age of 98. |
Friday, June 4, 2010 11:53 AM |
Mark S. Karns, 46, of Monroe died Wednesday in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Capaul Funeral Home, Ida. |
Mark Steve Karns June 8, 1963-June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 11:13 PM |
Mark Steve Karns, 46 yrs, of Monroe, died Wednesday in Mercy Memorial Hospital. All services will be private. |
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Mark Weisler, 59, of Boyne City, died Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at his home. |
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Martha Ann Siler, 67, of Erie died Thursday in her home. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. |
Mary Emilie Pospisil Sept. 23, 1913 - June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 9:45 PM |
Mary Emilie Pospisil, age 96, of Maybee, Mich. passed away June 3, 2010. |
Mary Jean Russman Portland Age 53, our loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend was called home to our Lord on June 3, 2010. Her courageous two year battle with Leukemia ended peacefully surrounded by family at her home on Pleasant Street. Mary was known for her compassion, loving and giving nature, her strong Christian faith, her sense of humor and her beautiful smile. Mary is a recent recipient of Spring Arbor University's Honorary Alumni Award, Bachelor of Family Life Education Program to which she worked very hard to achieve. She was a former employee of the Eaton County Sheriff's Department as a deputy and worked there for 13 years. Her favorite things in life were being with family and friends, sunsets on the beach, playing games, music, writing her book of hope, watching movies, flowers, feeding the birds and squirrels, and girl's night out. Mary was preceded in death by her brother Frederick, Jr., and parents Julaine and Frederick "Fritz" Russman. She was blessed with two daughters and four granddaughters, Melissa Rapp (Summer, Lili and Stella) and Heather (Kevin Lee) Moore (Tianna); three sisters, Joan Russman, Bonnie (Pat) Dawdy and Connie (Todd) Droste; two brothers, Bill (Barbara) Russman and Bob (Tracy) Russman - 11 nieces and nephews, Brad Bloye, Sarah Russman, Michelle Scochin, Autumn Dawdy, Kristin Dawdy, Caleb Dawdy, Nicole Russman, Brandon Droste, Eric Russman and Joseph Arens as well as a great nieces and nephew, Bridget and Ben Bloye, Ava Bryan. A visitation with the family will be held on Tuesday, June 8 from 6:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. at the Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, 210 E. Bridge St., Portland. A Memorial Service to celebrate Mary's life will be held on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Joe Robbe officiating. Mary will be laid to rest at Portland Cemetery. A luncheon will be held at Mount Hope Church in Portland on 845 Ionia Rd. following the interment services. Memorial contributions may be made to the family where a charity will be selected at a later date. Online condolences can be made at |
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Mary Pospisil, 96, of Maybee died Thursday at the Alice Lorraine Care Center. Arrangements by Liedel Funeral Home, Maybee. |
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On June 2, 2010, our precious angel Mattie Elizabeth Powell, age 5, of Fayette, Ohio, earned her wings and flew home to be with the Lord. Mattie had a great day. She played, did crafts, took pictures and gave Mommy and Daddy hugs and kisses all before taking a nap. When she woke up she was in the presence of the Lord. Mattie fought a courageous 2 1/2 year battle with brain and bone cancer. Mattie had a beautiful smile that filled the room with joy. She touched many lives in her short lifetime. Mattie is survived by her parents, Duane and Sara (Aubry) Powell; a sister, Hanna Powell; grandparents, Carolyn Powell, Marie Aubry and Dave (Marcia) Aubry; aunts, Ann Aubry (Ted Rundio), Beth (Ron) Black and Becky Powell (Burt Hasch); uncles, Marc (Sarah) Aubry, Kevin Powell; cousins, Justin Dickerson, Katie, Reggie, and Payton Black, Raymond Powell, Jackson and Claire Aubry; great-uncles and aunts, David and Karen O’Grady, Kevin and Kay O’Grady, Dan and Cynthy Kleman, Larry and Joanne Barron, Chester and Grace Hartwell; and all her special friends she has met during her journey. The family would like to thank the staff and volunteers at Toledo Hospital, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Hospice of Fulton County for everything they did to make Mattie’s time during her journey special. The family would also like to thank everyone who sent Mattie Christmas and birthday cards and all the support and prayers. Family and friends may visit Sunday, June 6, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Morenci Bible Fellowship, 244 W. Main St., Morenci, Mich. Celebration of Mattie's life will be Monday, June 7,  at 11 a.m. at St. Casper Church, 1205 N. Shoop Ave., Wauseon, Ohio, with visitation one hour prior to service. Burial services will be held at Morenci Oak Grove Cemetery at 3 p.m. Arrangements by Eagle Funeral Home-Charles Fink Chapel, Morenci, Mich. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent in Mattie’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept 143, Memphis, TN 38148 or Hospice of Fulton County Community Health Professionals, 1159 Westwood Dr., Van Wert, OH 45891. |
Max Leonard 'Lenny' Wagenschutz Tuesday, June 1, 2010 2:46 PM |
Max Leonard "Lenny" Wagenschutz Jr., 55, died on May 29, 2010, at his home in Alanson. |
Michael T. Harris Okemos Michael T. Harris, 63, died suddenly May 30, 2010, while vacationing in Charlevoix. Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 8, at Trinity Church, 3355 Dunckel Rd., Lansing, Pastor Royce Allen officiating. Michael was born August 25, 1946, in Jackson to Bruce C. and Jeanne T. (Taylor) Harris. He earned a Bachelor's degree from McPherson College in McPherson, Kan., and a J.D. from the University of Kansas in Lawrence. He practiced law in Kansas and was a Kansas state senator. He was executive director of the Michigan Family Forum and currently an administrative law judge (Magistrate) for the State of Michigan. He was a member of Trinity Church in Lansing and the Bar Associations in the states of Michigan and Kansas; participant in transformation athletics; and an evangelical speaker. Michael was married to Ruth M. King in Wichita, Kan. in 1975 and she survives him. He is also survived by his children, Christopher Noun of Fla., Stephanie Noun (Nick) Harder of Grinnell, Iowa, Eric (Danielle) Harris of Woodland Park, Colo.; grandchildren, Bray, Cayler, Corder, and Foster Harder; mother, Jeanne T. Price of McPherson, Kan.; sisters, Judy (Bill) Carey and Lisa (Patrick) Faust all of Charlevoix; nieces and nephews, Keith (Heather) Carey, Camden and Taryn; Desirea and Ericka Faust. Michael's father, Bruce; stepfather, Dr. Vaughan C. Price and sisters Bonnie Harris and Dawn Price preceded him in death. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross, the H.I.S. Ministry in Flint, or to Trinity Church Missions, 3355 Dunckel Rd., Lansing, MI 48911. The Winchester Funeral Home in Charlevoix is assisting the family. (231) 547-2881 or (888) 223-4256. |
84, of Holt, retired Motor Wheel millwright, died Thursday. Services noon Monday at Kendon Drive Church of the Nazarene, Lansing. Arrangements by Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Greater Lansing Chapel. |
Milton J. Graham, Jr. Holt Age 84, passed away June 3, 2010. He was born January 24, 1926 the son of Milton, Sr. and Susan (Beardsley) Graham. Milton served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He worked 39 years and 9 months for Motor Wheel as a Millwright. He volunteered for over 20 years with Ingham Regional Medical Centers and was a lifelong member of the Church of the Nazarene. Milton was preceded in death by his son, Robert L. Graham. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Rose Marie Graham; children, Becky (Bob) Kellogg and Norman P. (Kathleen) Graham; 5 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. The funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, June 7, 2010 at Kendon Drive Church of the Nazarene, 711 Kendon Dr., Lansing. Interment will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. |
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Nancy Marie Bradley, age 61, formerly of Sturgis, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2010, at Borgess Medical Center following a lengthy illness.   She was born in Goshen, Ind., the daughter of Harold and Rosalee (McDonald) Goble. Mrs. Bradley leaves to cherish her memory, her loving family, one daughter, Catrina Bradley, of Bristol, Ind.; three sons, Anthony (Bobbie) Bradley, of Three Rivers, Troy Bradley, of Phoenix, Ariz., and Aaron (Wendy) Holtsinger, of Bristol, Ind.; seven grandchildren, Kristen and Morgan Bradley, Carle and Nate Munson, Taylor and Troy Holtsinger, and Carrie Bradley; one sister, Jan Holtsinger; one brother, Greg (Kay) Goble. Cremation has taken place and private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the Hohner Funeral Home.   |
83, of East Lansing, former William G. Martin Co. president, died Wednesday. Services will be held in Glen Lake this summer. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. |
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Nellie Holborn, 87, of Charlevoix, died May 31, 2010, in Charlevoix. |
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Nicholas Lentini, M.D., F.I.C.S., 97, of West Palm Beach, Fla. and formerly of Cheboygan, died Monday, May 24, 2010.    The funeral Mass of the Resurrection for Dr. Lentini took place at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Palm Beach on May 27 and his remains will be buried at the military veteran’s South Florida National Cemetery, Lake Worth, Fla.   Read more HERE in Thursday's Tribune.   |
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Cash O’Neill Harmon Time stood still as a celebration of life began at 4:50 am, Sunday, May 30, 2010, as Cash O’Neill Harmon bestowed his arrival upon his proud and loving parents, Nathan Harmon and Colleen O’Neill.  Precious memories were made and friends and family were filled with unequivocal joy as he walked into their hearts where he will forever roam. At 10:50 a.m., their son spread his angel wings and as he began to fly his newborn soul was lifted from his earthly body.  As now, our guardian, Cash will walk beside his grandfather, Donald L. Harmon, and others to guide and protect friends and family. Cash has left his imprint in the souls of those whom he is survived by. Cash’s father, Nathan Harmon and his mother, Colleen O’Neill; his grandparents, Richard and Darlene Copp, Beverlee McMurray, Patrick and Elizabeth O’Neill; his great-grandparents, Frieda Harmon, Sue Bixler and Paul and Betty McMurray; his aunts and uncles Matthew Harmon, Gregory and Jodi Mallar, Chad Copp and Lindsey Copp; Michael and Cynthia Jacobs; and many other family and friends will hold a funeral service for him at noon Thursday at VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.   There will be a visitation Thursday from 11 a.m. until noon, also at the funeral home. Any parties interested in making monetary contributions to the family will be collected through VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home and later donated to Sparrow Hospital’s Labor/Delivery and Newborn ICU.  To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. Special thanks to the medical staff of Sparrow Hospital and Cynthia Jacobs. Cash’s precious few moments on Earth will never be forgotten. |
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Delbert Eugene White, 84, of Camden and Goodland, Fla., passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2010, at home under the loving care of his family. Born Aug. 31, 1925, in Montgomery, he was the son of Ray and Hazel (Thorne) White and graduated from Montgomery High School in 1943. Del was a medic in the U.S. Navy, serving during World War II in the Pacific on the USS Barnes aircraft carrier from 1943-45. He was co-owner and operator of the Montgomery Egg Co.,  for 25 years and also owned and operated Del’s Mobile Homes and The Bluffs. He was instrumental in developing the land at Quincy Heights, Marble Lake and Lake Diane. Del served on the board of directors for the Camden Development Corporation and the Camden Telephone Company. He was a member of the Montgomery American Legion and the Elks and Moose Lodges. Outside of his work and family, Del enjoyed traveling. His journeys took him to Iceland, the Amazon, Costa Rica, Europe, Mexico and Africa. He also enjoyed local travels, specifically on a Motor-Sailor through the Inland Coastal Waterways and a boat cruise through the Great Lakes from Niagara Falls to the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Del was very proud of the fact that he had crossed the International Dateline 25 times as a sailor and later in his travels. On Dec. 21, 1944, he married Jean Stewart and she survives in Camden. Also surviving: three children, Ned (Lisa) White of North Adams; Terri Friedlund (Dave Windle)  Hillsdale and Susan (Rodney) Cortright of Jonesville; special friend, Evelyn Cook of Camden; 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters (Mary Miller, Maxine Snyder, Helen Hernandez and Frances Percy), one grandson and one great-grandson. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday  at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Don Lee officiating. Visitation is scheduled from noon until time of service Sunday. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County.   |
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Duane Tesch April 21, 1932 — May 27, 2010 Duane Tesch, 78, longtime Allen area farmer, passed away Thursday May 27, 2010, at home. He was born April 21, 1932, in Albion, the son of William and Martha (Heiney) Tesch. Duane was a devoted farmer and loved attending farm auctions, even when ill health made it difficult. Survivors include his wife, Maurine (Marsh) Tesch, whom he married July 15, 1951; two daughters, Delaine (Danny) Macey of Jonesville and Diane (Chad) Wolff of Hanover; six sons, Duane (Ruth) Tesch of Quincy, Doug Tesch of Hillsdale, Dennis (Melissa) Tesch of Jonesville, Don (Lisa) Tesch of Burlington, Dwight (Mary) Tesch of Allen, Philip (Sheila) Tesch of Hillsdale; one sister, Arlene (Kenny) Porter of Camden; one sister-in-law, Virginia Tesch of Adrian; two brothers, Alden (Mary) Tesch of Litchfield and Ron (Lori) Tesch of Tekonsha; 26 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Harold Tesch. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. Interment will follow in Allen Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. |
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Jacob M. Avalos Jan. 1, 1994 — May 30, 2010 Jacob M. “Jake” Avalos, 16, of Merry Lake, Camden, died suddenly Monday afternoon at the Community Hospitals and Wellness Center in Montpelier, Ohio. He was born on Jan. 1, 1994, in Toledo, Ohio. He is survived by his parents Jeremy J. and Jennifer J. (Avalos) Anderson of Camden. Jake was attending Camden-Frontier High School having finished his sophomore year. Jake was a letter winner on the varsity football team and participated on the track team. He was a member of Lake View United Brethren Church of Camden. Jake is survived by his parents, a sister Megan M. Anderson of Camden; Maternal grandparents David and Nancy Avalos and Darlene and Karl Williams both of Camden; also surviving are numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by a paternal grandmother Wilma S. Anderson. Visitation hours for Jake will be from 2-8 p.m. Thursday at Lake View U.B. Church in Camden. Services will be 1 p.m. Friday at the church with Pastor Travis C. Ambrose to officiate. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Montpelier, Ohio. Preferred donations are to the Camden-Frontier Athletic Boosters. The Thompson Funeral Home in Pioneer is in charge of the arrangements. |
Obituary: Jesus 'Frank' Villar Thursday, June 3, 2010 12:56 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Jesus Frankcis Villar, 46, of Jerome, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at his home.  He was born Dec. 21, 1963. Graveside funeral services for Jesus “Frank” Villar will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Jerome Cemetery, Somerset Township, with the Rev. Clyde Wonders officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Eagle Funeral Home, Jonesville.   |
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John A. Stemen Oct. 13, 1935 — June 2, 2010 John A. Stemen, 74, of Hillsdale, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at the Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born Oct. 13, 1935, in LaGrange, Ind., to Raliah and Ruth (Lehman) Stemen.  He was raised by Rex and Mabelle (Stemen) Francis. John was married June 29, 1957, to Marlene Laser and she preceded him in death Jan. 27, 2000. John retired from Allied Products when they closed the plant in Hillsdale. He was a graduate of Pittsford High School and had lived most all of his life in the Hillsdale area. He was a member of the Hillsdale Elks Lodge 1575, the Hillsdale Moose Lodge and the Jonesville Eagles Lodge. Surviving are two sons, Shawn Stemen of Suttons Bay, Mich. and Brett Stemen of Clinton Township, Mich.; a granddaughter, Sydney (Joel) Hinton and great-granddaughter, Evy Hinton of Eureka, Calif.; a close friend and companion, Linda Gee of Pioneer; sisters, Yvonne (Herb) Black, Stevania “Stevie” Farrell, both of Pittsford, Shirley Hicks of Osseo, Gayle (Robert) Johnston of Hillsdale, Georgia Medlock and Helen Post, both of Coldwater; half sisters, Nancy (Richard) Aker of Coldwater, Vallie Hart of LaGrange, Ind., Phyllis (Charles) Reynolds of Three Rivers, Charlene (Lionel) Winslow and Sue (Raymond) Riddle, both of Coldwater. Funeral services for John Stemen will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Dr. Samuel Wickard officiating. Interment will follow at the Lickley Corners Cemetery in Wright Twp. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of the donor's choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Obituary: Juanita Belle-Stover Tuesday, June 1, 2010 2:52 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Juanita Belle-Stover went to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, May 28, 2010, in Marshall at the age of 83. Juanita led a full life surrounded by family and friends. She touched many hearts. She had 12 children; a special niece, 44 grandchildren; 63 great-grandchildren; 18 great-great-grandchildren. Juanita was one of 11 children born to D. Ray and Etta Belle (Kreischer) Vian in Van Wert, Ohio. She retired from Fairway Products in Hillsdale. She resided in the Jackson, Hillsdale and Battle Creek areas, as well as in Tacoma Wash. A celebration honoring her life is scheduled at at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Chas. J. Burden and Son Funeral Home, 1806 E. Michigan, Jackson. Family will receive friends for visitation on from 6-8 p.m. today. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or In House Hospice of Kalamazoo. |
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Martha L. Bumpus of North Adams passed away Monday May 31, 2010, at her home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Hillsdale County. She was born Aug. 13, 1929, in North Adams, the daughter of Ray and Gertrude (Daniels) Walters. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard A. “Dick” Bumpus on Dec. 19, 2009, whom she married on Feb. 14, 1948; one son, Michael Bumpus and one brother, Herman Walters. She is survived by two daughters, Karen (Steve) Dewey and Susan (Alan) Cook all of North Adams; one daughter-in-law, Marcia Bumpus of North Adams; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one sister, Florence Shum of Iowa; one brother, Charles (Peggy) Walters of Texas and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bumpus was a lifelong resident of North Adams and enjoyed being a homemaker and spending time with her family. She was a member of the North Adams United Methodist Church, the North Adams UMW and the Adams Grange. At her request cremation has taken place and a memorial service to honor the life of Mrs. Martha L. Bumpus will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 2 p.m. Friday with Pastor Paul Hane officiating. A private interment will take place in the Northlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1 p.m. until the time of the service Friday at the funeral home in Hillsdale. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the North Adams United Methodist Church or to Hospice of Hillsdale County. Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home – Hillsdale 517-437-0605   |
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Steven K. Stebelton, 54, of Hillsdale, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2010, at his home. He was born Dec. 13, 1955, in Mt. Pleasant to Cedric and Ramona (Mayhew) Stebelton, she survives in Hillsdale. He was married Jan. 26, 1983, to Sue Sharp and she survives. Steve was formerly employed at Dow Chemical in Hillsdale. He was a graduate of Hillsdale High School in 1974 and attended Jackson Community College. Steve was an avid hunter and was a member of the National Rifle Association. Surviving besides his wife Sue are three daughters, Brandy Kesler-Stebelton, Jane Cole and Katie Rearick; four sons, Jeremiah (Kala) Stebelton, Timothy Spence, Gabriel Edgar and Jeremy (DeLinda) Lamontaine; four brothers, Arthur (Marsha) Stebelton, Cedric Stebelton Jr., John (Cathy) Stebelton and Randy (Paula) Stebelton; seven grandchildren, Kira Stebelton, Alijah Rearick, Alicen Bradley, Caleb and Matthew Shrontz, Taylor Heckman and Kaleb Anderson. Steven is also survived by 28 adopted children. At Steve’s request, cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial visitation for Steve Stebelton on from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
Obituary: Walter O. Fitzcharles Wednesday, June 2, 2010 12:00 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Walter O. Fitzcharles, age 66, of rural Montpelier, Ohio, died at 3:37 p.m. Saturday, May 29, 2010, shortly after admittance to Parkview Memorial Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind. Mr. Fitzcharles was a 1962 graduate of Edgerton High School. He served as a volunteer fireman with the Edgerton Fire Department for many years and was a member of its championship waterball team. He was employed with Pretz Stark Construction, Bill Siebenaler Construction, the Pulaski Co-op, and Babb Trucking and retired from Weber Sand and Gravel. He was a member of the Montpelier Eagles, Montpelier Moose Lodge and the Pioneer American Legion. Walter O. Fitzcharles was born on Feb. 24, 1944, in Edgerton, Ohio, the son of Alvin Estel and Gertrude Mae (Wiles) Fitzcharles. He married Patricia A. Mason on Oct. 13, 1962, in Cooney, Ohio, and she survives. He is survived by four sons, Todd (Joni) Fitzcharles, of Mount Airy, N.C., Terry (Mary Jane) Fitzcharles, of Bryan, Ohio, Tim (Pam) Fitzcharles and Tracy (Dawn) Fitzcharles, both of Edgerton, and one daughter, Teresa (Andy) Stickney, of Montpelier, Ohio. Also surviving are one brother, Vaughn Fitzcharles, of Edgerton, and 14 grandchildren, Nathan (Michelle) and Ashley McCandless; Megan Eicher; Jason, Chelsey, Samantha, Cassie, Jeremy Dayne and Kole Fitzcharles; Damion Heinze; Tanner Stickney; Chandler Nester; and Kennedy Stuut; and three great-grandchildren, Dylan and Koleton McCandless and Ainsleigh Papenbrock. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Robert and Donald Fitzcharles. Visitation will be in the Krill Funeral Home, Edgerton, Ohio, from 2-8 p.m. today. Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in the Krill Funeral Home, Edgerton, Ohio, with Pastor Byron Adams officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Edgerton. Memorials in the name of Walter O. Fitzcharles may be given to Mooseheart. Condolences may be sent to and the online register may be signed at www.krillfuneralservice.com. |
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Odie Marie Cole-Sparks died May 30, 2010 at her home in Bronson following a one-year illness. She was born Oct. 20, 1960, in Salyersville, Ky., a daughter to Ellis Sparks and Elsie Gipson. She had lived in Salyersville, Ky., Sturgis and Burr Oak. She enjoyed raising her two daughters and spending time with her family. She loved the outdoors and planting flowers and enjoyed collecting Indian stuff along with other things. Surviving are two daughters, Amie Boyd (Jr. Boyd) and April Sarks (Jake Root); two sisters, Emma Mullins and Dorothey Watkins, both of Salyersville; one brother, Isom Sparks of Salyersville, Ky.; three granddaughters; four grandsons; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Ellis Sparks; her mother, Elsie Gipson; six brothers and one sister. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, June 12 at the Burr Oak Missionary Church, 327 N. Third St., Burr Oak. Dinner will follow the service in the fellowship center. Memorial donations may be made to the church, for providing the memorial service and dinner.   |
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Other death Ida M. Walker, 85, of Oswego, Ill., Harold W. Vick Funeral Home, Mount Clemens |
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Gerald (Gary) Stone, 60, of Glennie, Mich., formerly of Clinton Township, Gillies Funeral Home, Lincoln, Mich. |
Pamela L. Pettinari June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 11:53 AM |
Pamela L. Pettinari, 50, of Monroe died at 11:05 p.m. Thursday in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home. |
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 8:25 AM |
Patricia J. Heuvelhorst, 53, of Petoskey, died June 2, 2010, at Bay Bluffs medical care facility in Harbor Springs. |
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Patrick N. Detzler Lansing Age 95, passed away on June 3, 2010 at Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte, MI. Pat was born July 30, 1914 in Newberry, MI to Nicholas J. and Julia E. (Quinlan) Detzler. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters Arvilla Detzler and Frances Leaf. Pat joined the Michigan State Police in 1937 after working with his father in his trucking business throughout the Upper Peninsula. He was stationed at many posts during his career with the MSP rising to the rank of Lieutenant Detective when he retired in 1963. Among his assignments were the Special Investigation Squad, assisting military intelligence during World War II and serving on guard detail for President Truman when he visited Michigan. He later worked for Boichot Concrete as a salesman before joining the Michigan State Highway Department as an investigator. While working for the MSP he met Caroline Smith whom he married on November 6, 1948. Caroline became a stay-home mom with the arrival of their two children but returned to work at the Michigan State Highway Department from which they both retired in 1983. They spent the next 12 years enjoying retirement with friends both here in Lansing and in Orange Beach, AL spending much of their time golfing. Caroline passed away in 1995. Pat spent the next 15 years continuing to enjoy playing golf and cards with many friends locally as well as continuing his trips to Alabama as a resident snow bird with his friend Alberta Hardy. Pat is survived by his daughter, Cathy Huber and her husband, Dan, of Combined Locks, WI as well as a son Michael and two granddaughters, Paige and Colleen, of Geneva, IL. The Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, June 7, 2010, at St. Gerard Catholic Church, 4437 W. Willow St., Lansing, with The Rev. Fr. Prabhu Lakra as celebrant. The Rite of Committal will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, 2520 W. Willow St. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel where the Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. and one hour prior to the service time on Monday. In lieu of flowers donations in Pat's memory can be made to the Eaton Community Hospice at 2675 Cochran Rd., Charlotte, MI 48813. |
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Paul Drooger, age 77, of Fennville, died Friday, June 4, 2010, at Spectrum Health–Blodgett Campus. A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2010, at the Community Church of Douglas, 6780 Wiley Road in Douglas. Reverend Dennis J. De Witt will be officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to American Lung Association. 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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HAMKINS, RANDALL ROBERT; former West Bloomfield resident; died unexpectedly May 21, 2010. |
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Raymond E. Grostick, age 73, of Ft. Mohave, Arizona, formerly of Holland, passed away June 3, 2010,  at home.   A Celebration of Life will be at the home of Jim and Naoma Leonard, 5921 128th Ave, Fennville, June 19, 2010, 2-6 p.m.   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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Richard Bramer Sr., age 73, of Hopkins passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2010. A memorial service will be today at Sandy Pines Chapel, 2741 136th Avenue in Hopkins. An online registry book is available at 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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Richard “Dick” Thomas Csincsak, age 74, of Tecumseh, Mich., died peacefully at home on May 20, 2010, surrounded by his family, assisted by Hospice of Lenawee. At Dick’s request, cremation has taken place and a memorial Mass, followed by a luncheon, will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Tecumseh, Mich., with Fr. Dan Wheeler presiding. Entombment of cremains will follow the Mass at Brookside Cemetery in Tecumseh with full military honors conducted by the American Legion Underwood-Orr Post #34 and Tecumseh VFW Post #4187. Visitation will be held at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church on Saturday, June 5, 2010, from 10 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 Autism Society of Michigan or Hospice of Lenawee. Envelopes are available at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Tecumseh. |
Richard "SCRATCH" E. Schiemann, age 66, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at the Covenant Medical Center-Cooper Campus in Saginaw. |
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Robert Anthony Elzerman, 71, of Charlevoix, died Saturday, May 29, 2010, at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. |
A memorial service for Robert C. "Bob" Ferguson, who died March 6 in Grand Rapids, is secheduled for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 12 at Epworth Heights Auditorium, 1161 N. Lakeshore Drive.... |
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KINGWOOD, Texas -- Robert Edward Carl Johnson, 72, of Humble, passed away May 31, 2010, in Kingwood. |
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Robert J. Morren, 70, of Tustin, formerly of Allendale, died Thursday, June 3, 2010.   Funeral services will be  Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (New Location), 6651 Scott St., Allendale, with Rev. Dan Miller officiating. Interment Robinson Township Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Heart Association. Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.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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A graveside service for former Congressman Robert W. Davis will take place at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 13, at the Mackinac Island Cemetery, Protestant Section. The Rev. Kevin Thew Forrester will officiate. |
Robert "Bob or Harley" Evroul Green, 49 years old, residing in Clare, passed on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 4:04 p.m. at Saginaw's Covenant Hospital after suffering injuries due to a motorcycle accident the previous Wednesday. |
Thursday, June 3, 2010 10:10 AM |
Ronna Dee York (Wagner), 75, of Harbor Springs, formerly of Battle Creek, died June 1, 2010. |
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Roy “Tiger” Rose, 91, of Cheboygan, passed away at home Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Roy’s final resting place will be at Pine Hill Cemetery where his family will have a private graveside service. Read more HERE in Saturday's Tribune.   |
Rufus V. Halcomb, 92, of Gainesville, Florida, died Tuesday June 1. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Sandra Kay Gilliland Jan. 30, 1947-June 2, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 9:43 PM |
Sandra Kay Gilliland, 63, died June 2 in Las Vegas from complications of Rheumatoid Arthritis. She had been in declining health for several years and hospitalized since April 10th, 2010. |
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Seth Daniel Boss, 26, of Central Lake, died Saturday, May 29, 2010, as a result of an ATV accident. |
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Sherri Ann Kowatch (Cardinal), 52, joined her heavenly Father, May 23, 2010, after a long struggle with Machado-Joseph disease. |
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Susan Alice Steffey, age 71, of Mendon, died Friday May 28, 2010, at her home.   She was born Aug. 1, 1938, in Grosse Pointe, a daughter of Ivan and Marjorie (Gooch) Misener. She graduated from Pontiac High School in 1956.   On Sept. 11, 1959, she  married Herbert Steffey in Pontiac. They continued to reside in suburban Detroit and retired to Mendon in 1992. Susan was a homemaker, and enjoyed canning items from her garden, along with cooking, baking and crocheting. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping, and life along the river. She attended the Leonidas Baptist Church. Susan is survived by her husband, Herbert; a daughter, Debra (Dale) Baker of Mendon; a son, Herbert (Carol) Steffey Jr. of Millersburg, Ohio; four grandchildren, Alicia Baker, Kari Baker, Brian Baker and Jeff Welch; three great-grandchildren, Isaac, Michael and Emily (along with soon expected, Autumn); two sisters, Sally Cipher of Oregon and Polly Hight of Walled Lake; two brothers, Tom Misener of Oregon and Mike Misener of California; a step-brother, Jon Rives of Texas; and several nieces and nephews.   She was preceded in death by her parents; and by her stepfather, Earl Rives. The family will receive friends from 3-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with Pastor David Stevens of the Leonidas Baptist Church officiating.  Cremation will follow services. Memorials may be directed to the Leonidas Baptist Church Building Fund. An online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.   |
Thursday, June 3, 2010 4:52 PM |
Susan Elizabeth Davis, daughter of James Davis of Gaylord and Jean (Jackie) Davis of Florida, died, Monday, May 31, 2010, in Saginaw. Full obituary to follow in the next edition of the Gaylord Herald Times. |
Friday, June 4, 2010 5:35 AM |
BAKER, TIMOTHY E.; age 56; of Oxford; June 3, 2010. |
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The Rev. Erwin Allan Ruhlig, age 81, of Athens, Ill., and a former resident of Sturgis and pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis, received his crown of glory at his home Thursday afternoon, June 3, 2010. He was born Oct. 30, 1928, in Dexter, a son of the late Emil and Hazel (Campbell) Ruhlig. The sainted Rev. Carl Brauer baptized, confirmed, married and ordained him. He grew up in the Dexter area, vegetable farming with his father and selling the produce to the Detroit markets. He was drafted into the U.S. Army and served in Germany during the Korean War. Upon discharge, he attended Concordia Theology Seminary in Springfield, Ill., earning his college and theological degrees and graduating in 1961. On Aug. 7, 1959, he married Karen Keller at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor. The Lord blessed their union with five children. Pastor Ruhlig served his vicarage year at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Miami. He served parishes in St. James Lutheran Church, Northrop, Minn. (1961-1967), Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, Indianola, Iowa (1967-1974) and Trinity Lutheran Church, Sturgis (1974-1998). In 1998, he moved to Athens, Ill., and served as the executive director for the Ongoing Ambassadors for Christ (OAFC), a youth evangelism program serving all of the United States. After retiring, he served as the business manager of OAFC. Training and experience taught him to be an excellent listener, counselor and evangelist. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 50 years, Karen; two sons, Steven (Vanessa) Ruhlig of Champaign, Ill., and the Rev. Michael (Tammy) Ruhlig of Tuscola, Ill.; two daughters, Beth (Kristian) Fosse of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Sarah (Derek) Dunnagan of Peoria, Ill.; one granddaughter, Zoe Ruhlig; eight grandsons, Ethan and Judah Ruhlig, Jonathan and Bradley Ruhlig and Adam, Aaron, Jacob and Joseph Fosse; three sisters, Alice Gall of Ann Arbor, Helen (Howard) Schafer of Pioneer, Ohio, and Lois (Donald) Lutz of Jeffersonville, Ind.; one brother, Albert (Madonna) Ruhlig of Dexter; mother-in-law, Hazel Keller of Leesburg, Fla.; sister-in-law, Patricia Murphy of Adamsville, Tenn.; and numerous nieces and nephews covering four generations. He was preceded in death by one son, Daniel Ruhlig; two brothers; and two sisters. For God so loved Erwin that he gave His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to suffer, die, and rise in victory for Erwin, so that if Erwin believes in Jesus as his Savior from sin, Erwin shall not parish, but Erwin shall have everlasting life. (refer to John 3:16) A family and friends gathering will take place from 5-7 p.m. today (Saturday) at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Athens, Ill., where services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday. Following the service Pastor Ruhlig will be transported to Sturgis. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life Pastor Erwin A. Ruhlig will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Bill Gates will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Sturgis Memorial Gardens. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Pastor Ruhlig’s memory consider Ongoing Ambassadors for Christ, P.O. 175, Nokomis, IL 62075. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Trever Alan Russeau Feb. 8, 1976-May 31, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 11:56 AM |
Trever Alan Russeau was born a military brat on February 8, 1976 at the Quantico Naval Base Hospital in Virginia. He was the beloved son of Gary A. and Karen (Hall) Russeau. |
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REDERSTORF, VERNON; of White Lake; June 3, 2010; age 86. |
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Vernon DeVantier, 78, of Blissfield went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, June 3, 2010, at his home. Vernon was born on March 2, 1932, to Edward and Thekla DeVantier in Bergholtz, N.Y.  On July 2, 1955, in Lewiston, N.Y., he married Harriet Landres. At the age of 9, Vernon heard a missionary speak and from that moment on he decided that he wanted to be a pastor. He received his bachelor’s degree from Capital University in Columbus, Ohio, in 1954 and his Master’s in Divinity from the Evangelical Theological Lutheran Seminary in Columbus, Ohio, in 1958. His first call was to St. Mark’s and Bethlehem Lutheran Churches in Defiance, Ohio. In 1965 he was called to serve at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Blissfield, where he ministered for 23 years. Before retiring, he also served at Zion Lutheran Church in Petersburg, Mich., and St. Michael Lutheran Church in Ottawa Lake, Mich., where he was a member and sang in the choir. In addition to serving the Lord, Vernon also gave back to the community. He was a past member of the Blissfield Rotary. He also served as a board member of the Bliss Liewert Senior Center, and of the Lenawee Parks and Recreation Board. Because of his love and concern for the unborn, one of his greatest joys was serving for 30 years on the Living Water Works, Crisis Pregnancy Center Board in Adrian, Mich. Vernon is survived by his wife of 54 years, Harriet DeVantier of Blissfield, one son, James (Michelle) DeVantier of Blissfield and three daughters, Louise (Gregory) Solak of St. Joseph, Mich., Deborah (David) Kimmelman of Riga and Barbara (Ronald) Schmidt of Blissfield; 11 grandchildren, Matthew and Michael Solak, Erica, Lindsay and David DeVantier, Kelly, James and Katie Kimmelman and Amy, Eric and Anna Schmidt; three brothers, Edward (Elaine) DeVantier, Roger (Doris) DeVantier and Loren (Norma) DeVantier; and many other wonderful relatives. Vernon was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Thekla. Funeral services for Vernon will be held on Monday, June 7, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Michael Lutheran Church, 5790 W. Temperance Road, Ottawa Lake, Mich. 49267, with Pastor Mark D. Gibbs officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery in Blissfield. Visitation will take place on Sunday, June 6, 2010 from 1 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. at the Wagley Funeral Home, Tagsold Chapel, in Blissfield. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or to St. Michael Lutheran Church, Ottawa Lake. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and church. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. |
Vernon DeVantier March 2, 1932 - June 3, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 11:02 PM |
Vernon DeVantier, 78, of Blissfield went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, June 03, 2010 at his home. |
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Blissfield – Vernon DeVantier, 78, of Blissfield went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, June 03, 2010 at his home. |
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Walter R. Neal, 67, of Cheboygan, died at home on May 30, 2010. Arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home. |
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Wilbur ‘Doc’ Kerstetter, Sr. May 3, 1939-June 1, 2010 Friday, June 4, 2010 9:44 PM |
Wilbur “Doc” Kerstetter, Sr., 71 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2010, in Sylvania Care and Rehabilitation Center, Sylvania, OH. |
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William C. Carpenter, 71, of Ellsworth, died Sunday, May 30, 2010, at home surrounded by his loving family. |
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