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March 1, 2010 - June 6, 2010 Aydrial Walker Holt of Mt. Pleasant, infant daughter of Robert Allen Holt, Jr. and Ashawnee Lynne Sprague, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2010 at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw. |
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SPENCER, BETTY LOU; of Rochester Hills; June 10, 2010; age 83. |
CATHERINE ANN (nee: Overly) LIIKE Friday, June 11, 2010 5:26 AM |
LIIKE, CATHERINE ANN (nee: Overly); age 83; June 2, 2010. |
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63, of Lansing, died Tuesday. Memorial services 11 a.m. Saturday at Maranatha Baptist Church. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. |
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JACOBSON, DANIEL HOWARD; age 47; died June 9, 2010, at Piedmont Hospital in Fayetteville, GA. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Dominic "Guglie" Guglielmotto, 97, of Hadley Street, Bessemer, died Sunday, June 6, 2010, in Wakefield. |
90, of Perry, retired Oldsmobile (Lansing) supervisor, died June 7. Services 1 p.m. Monday at Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Perry. |
83, of Lansing, retired state Department of Human Services caseworker, died Monday. Services have been held. Arrangements by Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Delta Chapel. |
86, of St. Johns, died Monday. Arrangements by Riley Funeral Home, Lansing. |
Edith Willadean "Deanie" (Thomas) Hughes of Beaverton passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at her home, surrounded by family and friends. She was born in Chillicothe, Ohio on Aug. 18, 1923 to John and Gladys (Wyckle) Thomas. |
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Edwin E. "Gene" Gronau Sr., age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2010 at his home. |
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WINTER HAVEN, Fla. -- Eleanore V. (Eckman) Gray, 93, of Winter Haven, formerly of Bessemer, Mich., passed away Thursday, March 18, 2010, at New Horizon in Winter Haven. |
Elvin Thys Talsma, 92, of Wichita, Kansas, and recently of Custer, passed away June 3 in Ludington. He was born May 4, 1918 in Vogel Center, and grew up in Riverton Township. He was married to Madge H... |
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Emily B. Strain, 89, of Adrian, formerly of the Detroit area, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2010, at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility in Adrian. Emily is the mother of Ginny (Phil) Wagoner of Adrian and grandmother to Jared Morrow of Chicago and Brittany and Drake Wagoner of Adrian. Arrangements are pending at the Wagley Funeral Home in Adrian, Mich. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesday’s edition of The Daily Telegram. |
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Ethel M. LaVigne, 87, of Monroe, died Tuesday night at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg, Ohio. Arrangements by Allore Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Monroe. |
Ethel Mae LaVigne Oct. 30, 1922-June 8, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:07 PM |
Ethel Mae LaVigne, age 87, of Monroe, died Tuesday, June 8, 2010, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. |
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92, of Lansing, retired Sparrow Hospital employee, died Tuesday. Services 11 a.m. today at Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. |
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Franklin J. Hammac June 8, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 3:34 PM |
Franklin J. Hammac, 74, of Monroe died Tuesday night at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Merkle Funeral Service, Monroe. |
Franklin Joe 'Frank' Hammac Jan. 20, 1936-June 8, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:28 PM |
Franklin Joe Hammac was born in Harlan, Kentucky, on January 20, 1936. He was the son of the late Noah Hammac and the late Thelma (Renfroe) Hammac. |
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KEELEY, GERALD RAYMOND "JERRY"; age 59; of Orion; June 8, 2010. |
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George A. Clauss, of East Jordan, went to be with the Lord on April 23, 2010. |
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Gladys Kibler, 84, of Holland, died Thursday, June 10, 2010, at Resthaven Care Center.   Services will be announced by the family at a later date. The family is being served by Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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Gloria Schramm, 67, of Cheboygan, died Saturday June 5, 2010 at Hospice House in Cheboygan. Cremation has taken place and there will be a memorial service held on Saturday June 12, 2010 at the Nordman Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Sister Chris Herald O.P.M. will officiate and visitation will be an hour prior to the service. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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HERMAN, HOLLY CHRISTINE; age 34; of Waterford; June 5, 2010. |
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Harley Ponstein, 59, of Zeeland, died Tuesday, June 8, 2010. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 12, at Bethel Christian Reformed Church. Visitation will be Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. 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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Harry Joseph Tomaski, age 90, of Gaylord, died Saturday, June 5, 2010, at the Tendercare Long Term Care Facility. Harry was born on Feb. 6, 1920, at his family's farmhouse on Pyke School Road. |
Hazel L. Dunn East Lansing Hazel L.Dunn, age 87, died on June 9, 2010 at Hospice Of Lansing. Surviving are her daughters Rev. Margaret Dunn of Pasadena, TX, Mary (Steve) Bricker of Dewitt and Nancy (Kenneth) Bekkering of Haslett; 5 grandchildren ; 2 great-grandchildren and sister Martha (Roy) Bedford of Marshall. Friends may call at Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home and Cremation Services , 723 US27 North, Marshall,MI 49068, on Friday June 11 from 2p.m. to 8p.m. where the family will be present 2p.m.-4p.m. and 6p.m. - 8p.m., and again from 10a.m.-11a.m. on Saturday. Funeral services Saturday, June 12, at 11a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Oakridge Cemetery in Marshall. Memorial contributions to Hospice of Lansing or Parkgate Community Church of Pasadena, Texas. Assistance with memorials is available at Kempf Funeral Home and Cremation Services, P.O.Box 519, Marshall,MI 49068. |
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Hazel M. Ashworth, 84, of Gaylord, died June 4, 2010, at Aspen Ridge Retirement Village. Hazel was born on May 12, 1926, in England and as a small child, moved to the United States. She grew up in various locations including Detroit and St. Johns, where she graduated from high school and went on to attend Ohio Weslyn College for two years. She later lived in Lansing and then in Portland. |
Helen H. Dolinka Lansing Age 90, formerly of Grand Rapids, died on June 9, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gabriel and Rose Dolinka; brothers, Alex and Anne Dolinka, and Daniel Dolinka. Helen is survived by her brother, whom she loved like her son, Marvin and Mary Dolinka; sister-in-law, Lillian Dolinka; special niece Linda and Geoffrey Remes; nieces and nephews, Naomi Beth Dolinka, Benjamin Dolinka, Tammy and Joseph Pophal, Christy Vredevoogd, and Nolan and Michelle Vredevoogd; and many cousins. A special thank-you to the Ingham County Medical Care Facility and her special caregiver, Margaret Lewis, for the compassion and care shown to Helen. Helen was a 50 year survivor of breast cancer. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her honor may be made to, or Ingham County Medical Care Facility. |
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Herbert L. Winn of Alanson, died at home on Friday, June 4, 2010. A funeral service will be held at noon Thursday, June 10, at the Northern Michigan Baptist Bible Church in Alanson. Pastor Rusty Chatfield will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church prior to the service on Thursday from 11 a.m. until noon. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. Arrangements are by Stone Funeral Home and a full obituary will follow. |
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Herb Winn, 70, of Alanson, passed away at his home on Friday, June 4, 2010. |
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Herman H. Hein Jr., 92, of Union, Mich., died Sunday, June 6, 2010, at the Center for Hospice in Elkhart, Ind., following an extended illness. Relatives and friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Friday and 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the Mottville Bible Church, where services are at 11 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Michael Bender officiating. Cremation will follow the service. Memorials may be directed to the Mottville Bible Church. Envelopes are available at the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon, which is handling the arrangements.   |
Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:03 PM |
Hubert E. Bass, 85, of Flat Rock died Wednesday in his home. Arrangements pending with the Ford Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Rockwood. |
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Irene E. Menser, age 88, of Sturgis,  went to dance with Jesus on His streets paved in gold early Thursday morning June 10, 2010 at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born Aug. 23, 1921, in Detroit, a daughter of the late Louis and Anna (Vansga) Gavar. Irene had resided in Sturgis since July 1969. Prior to coming to Sturgis, she had lived and traveled throughout the world with her husband while he served in the U.S. Air Force. On May 29, 1948, she married William A. Menser in Bridgman. Irene had been employed by Seger’s Department Store in Sturgis and she was a dedicated wife, mother and homemaker who loved dancing, cooking and sewing. She was also a talented artist and cherished her cats, all six of them. She was an active member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis and for many years she was a member of the Gray Ladies of the U.S. Air Force. Irene’s family and friends will always remember her strong faith and always looking forward to being with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She is survived by her loving and dedicated husband of 62 years, William; two daughters, Mary M. (David) Scott of Kalamazoo and Margaret I. Menser of Santa Monica, Calif.; three grandsons, William C. (Marilee) Menser of Kalamazoo, John D. Scott of Whitefish, Mont., and Michael R. (Kathy) Scott of Grand Rapids; a great granddaughter, Aleeya Menser; a great-grandson, Micah Menser; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, John William Menser and Richard James Menser; two sisters, Elizabeth Gavar and Margaret Davis; and a brother, Louis Gavar. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 2-2:45 p.m. Monday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Irene E. Menser will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Calvin Kolzow of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis will officiate. A graveside committal of the ashes will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Menser’s memory consider the Trinity Lutheran School, 406 S. Lakeview Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:03 PM |
James L. Thomas, 75, of Parkersburg, WV, formerly of Monroe, died at 11:23 a.m. Wednesday in Camden Clark Memorial Hospital, Parkersburg, WV. |
James W. Ellis Lansing Jim was born in Kingman, Kansas to Martha and James Ellis on July 25, 1943. He received a BS from Southwestern College in Kansas and an MS in Economics from Wichita State University. Jim came to Michigan State University in 1967 to pursue a PhD in Economics which he nearly completed. While at MSU Jim took a research job with the Michigan Department of Social Services (MDSS). It was there he met the love of his life, Eileen Henry, whom he married in 1970. He also joined South Church in 1970. Somehow Jim never got "back home" to Kansas. Jim became Director of Quality Assurance for MDSS. IN 1997 he took advantage of early retirement to pursue his true passions of studying and teaching the Bible. He received an MA in Old Testament from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary and was working on his thesis for a ThM from Calvin Seminary at the time of his death. Jim would wish to be rembered as a man who loved to study and teach - especially Old Testament. At South Church he served many roles over the years including teacher, deacon, basketball coach, and Sunday School Superintendent. But teaching was his favorite - at church, at seminary, at Cornerstone University, and on seven occasions at a Baptist Bible College in Ghana, West Africa. Jim is survived by his wife Eileen; daughter Shelley of Dover, New Hampshire; brother John of Kansas City, Kansas; sister Elaine of Lansing; and sister-in-law Joyce Henry of Caro. The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes. A funeral service will be held at South Church, 5250 Cornerstone Drive, Lansing, MI on Monday, June 14, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 13, 2010 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI and one hour prior to the service at the church. Contributions in memory of Jim may be made to Lansing City Rescue Mission, 607 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI or South Church. Online condolences may be sent at |
Jane C. Vanderbush June 10, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:04 PM |
Jane C. Vanderbush, 83, of Monroe died at 3:55 this morning at Medilodge of Monroe. |
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Jennie (Vollink) De Went, age 87, formerly of Hudsonville, passed away Monday evening, June 7, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Jake; her daughter, Bonnie and Robert Velting (grandchildren, Rob and Terri Velting with five great-grandchildren, Scott and Michelle Velting, Greg and Alicia Velting with five great-grandchildren, Heather and Nate Kwantes with three great-grandchildren); daughter, Betty and Sherwin Overway (grandchildren, Pam and Steve Lee with two great-grandchildren, Jody and Dan Leeuw with two greatgrandchildren, Jeff Overway); daughter, Peggy and Tom Hopkins (grandchildren, Patrick and Heidi Hopkins with two great-grandchildren, Elizabeth and David Smith with two greatgrandchildren); daughter, Sandra and Don Clark (grandchildren, Angela and Chris Weaver with two great-grandchildren); son, Terry and Candy Vollink (grandchildren, Jason and Lora Vollink with three great-grandchildren, Tyler Vollink, Caylee Robinette, Tye Whipple); stepdaughter, Marilyn and Jim Kellander (stepgrandchild, Mary Kellander); stepson, Clifford and Fran De Went, (grandchildren, Kim, Crystal, Daniel: four stepgreatgrandchildren); stepson, Bruce and Bonnie De Went (grandchildren Kevin, Jennifer, Kristin, five stepgreat grandchildren); her brothers, Joe and Ruth Ludema, Pete and Irene Ludema; her sister, Lillian Cooper; in-laws, Bill De Wys, Bob and Jan Vollink, Lila Vollink, Thelma Vollink, Irene Wykstra; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Vollink; brother, Case Ludema; sister, Genevieve Brower. Funeral services will be  Friday at 11:00 a.m. at  Messiah Christian Reformed Church with Pastor Lew Vander Meer and Pastor Ron Baker officiating.  Interment Georgetown Cemetery. Friends may meet with the family at VanderLaan Funeral Home Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to the funeral service at church. Memorial contributions may be made to Love INC-Hudsonville. The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff at Zeeland Hospital and Dr. Keith Marcus for the loving care Jennie received. VANDERLAAN-HUDSONVILLE www.vanderlaanfuneral home.net   |
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Joan Elaine Van Nord, 74, of Ganges Township, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at Holland Hospital following a lengthy illness. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, Saugatuck Chapel.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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John E Donalds II, 85, passed away peacefully at The Lodge Care Center in Loveland, Ohio, on March 4, 2010. |
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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. |
Tuesday, June 8, 2010 2:29 AM |
IRONWOOD, Mich. -- John M. Novak, 87, of E5013 Jackson Road, Ironwood Township, died Friday, June 4, 2010, in Ironwood. |
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Former Harbor Springs resident John Wallace, of Fennville, Mich., and Arcadia, Fla., was called peacefully by the Lord on Feb. 26, 2010, to join his wife, Muriel. |
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Juanita O'Leary St. Johns Juanita O'Leary, 91 of St. Johns Passed away on June 9, 2010 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 14, 1918 in Manchester, Michigan the daughter of Leon and Cora (Hoelzer) Stautz. Juanita graduated from Manchester High School with the class of 1936, and then attended Eastern Michigan University. After college she went into the restaurant business. In 1955 she settled in St. Johns and purchased a small ice cream stand, which she developed into what was known as The Wheel Inn Restaurant. She was very passionate about service for her beloved customers, as well as training and mentoring the hundreds of young people in her employment over the years. She owned and operated "The Wheel" until she sold it 44 years later in 1999. Surviving are her four children Nancy Moore and Denise Starck of St. Johns, MI, John Joseph (Susan) O'Leary of Greensboro NC. and Patti (Doug) Lehman of St. Louis MO. 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Sisters-in-law Marilyn and Norma Stautz. Preceded in death by her husband John and her brothers Robert and Theodore. Funeral services will be held 11:00a.m. Saturday June 12, 2010 at The First Congregational Church of St. Johns with Rev. Matthew Olson officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Rest Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home (989) 224-4422 Thursday 5-8p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 6-8p.m. Memorials may be made to the Juanita O'Leary Restaurant Management Hospitality Scholarship at Citizens Bank St. Johns or to the Sparrow Clinton Auxiliary to benefit the needs of the hospital and its patients. |
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June M. Johnson June M. Johnson, age 90, died peacefully June 10, 2010. A WWII Marine Veteran; she was the daughter of the late John and Florence; sister of the late Phyllis; and friend to many. Visitation will be held in Faulmann & Walsh Golden Rule Funeral Home, 32814 Utica Road, Fraser on Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. Share memories at www.faulmannwalsh.com. |
Kathleen Ann Theroux Dimondale Kathleen passed away June 9, 2010, after a courageous, 20-month battle with brain cancer. She was the daughter of Louis and Jean Theroux, who preceded her in death. Kathleen was an R.N. and a graduate of the LCC nursing program. She worked many years at St. Lawrence and then Sparrow Hospital. Kathleen enjoyed hiking in the Alps, where she co-led groups of hikers for over 15 years. Left to cherish her memory are: her brother, John; sister-in-law, Maureen; nephew, Josh; niece, Mia; along with extended family and friends. The funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010, at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel, with interment in Maple Ridge Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m. Tuesday until service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House of Mid-Michigan in memory of Kathleen Theroux. |
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71, of Elsie, retired General Motors assembly plant employee, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. today at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel, East Lansing. |
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Leonard Ray Taylor, 72, of Alanson, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital. |
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Louis Foutch Lansing Louis was born on September 10, 1931, in Gladwin, to Right C. and Frances A. Foutch. He passed away June 10 in Lansing at the age of 78. Louis graduated from Gladwin High School in 1949 and married Agnes "Nancy" Foutch in 1951. He was a Field Engineer for Christman Construction for 42 years. Louis loved to hunt and fish. He was a member of the Central United Methodist Church of Lansing. Louis is survived by his wife Nancy of 59 years; children, Catherine A. Bargenquast and Jeffrey L. (Yvonne) Foutch; grandchildren, Michelle Popowich and Alexander Foutch; brother, Ronald Foutch; sisters, Rosalie Phillips and Beverly (Larry) Robinson; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Frank, and Dennis; sisters, Betty Edick, Donna Glasgow and Florence Foutch. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 13, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 14, 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Ronald Brooks, officiating. Those desiring may make contributions to Great Lakes Hospice, 3100 West Rd, Bldg B, Ste 304, East Lansing, MI 48823 or, , 3100 West Rd, Bldg B, Ste 110, East Lansing, MI 48823 in memory of Louis. On line condolences may be made at |
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Louise Anna (Shoemaker) Baur-Heck passed away on June 4, 2010, at Hospice House of Cheboygan. A funeral service will be held Monday, June 14, at Manns-Ferguson Funeral Home in Livonia. Visitation will be from 10-11:30 a.m. with a service at 11:30 a.m. She will be laid to rest in Glen Eden Cemetery in Livonia . Luncheon following at Corsi’s Banquet Center in Livonia. Read more HERE in Wednesday's Tribune. |
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Louise Baur-Heck passed away June 4, 2010, at Hospice House of Cheboygan. A complete obituary will appear in the Wednesday edition of the Cheboygan Daily Tribune. The Christian Funeral Home is caring for the family. |
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Lyle R. “Skip” Franz, 67, of Cheboygan, passed away, Sunday, June 6, 2010 at Cheboygan Memorial Hospital. The family will greet friends on Thursday, June 10, 2010, from 4-7 p.m., with a memorial service beginning at 6 p.m., at the Christian Funeral Home. Rev. Harry “Budd’ Wagner will officiate. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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LACY, MARCEIL; age 90; of West Bloomfield; died June 8, 2010, at 3:45 p.m. in Edgewater, FL. |
Margaret (Vanneste) Cornman, 84, of Beaverton, went to be with her beloved son, Russell Cornman Jr. on June 4, 2010. |
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Friday, June 11, 2010 12:25 AM |
Margaret Chincarini Margaret "Peggy" Chincarini (nee Baranich), age 90, died June 8, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Benny for 64 years. Loving mother of Marlene (Gordon) Mosey and Jim (Cheryl) Chincarini. Dear grandmother of Lynn Helfer, Michelle (James) Wicmandy, Katie Chincarini, Dan (Cindy) Mosey; and great-grandmother of Christopher and Kyle Helfer, Nicole and Nathan Wicmandy and Nicholas Mosey. Dear sister of Paul (Dorothy) Baranich, Betty (late Bob) Vincent and Elaine (Bill) Szuch. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 5-9 p.m. and Friday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr Road at Metro Parkway (16 Mile Road). Funeral Saturday instate 8:30 a.m. at St. Hubert, 38775 Prentiss (E. of I-94 and S. of Metro Parkway), until time of Mass at 9 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com. |
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  Margaret Lenor From, age 90, of Coldwater, died Friday, May 28, 2010 at the Community Health Center of Branch County. Margaret was born June 7, 1919 in Detroit to John Corless and Ruth Marie (Gates) Laurie. She married Melvin Richard Simons, and he preceded her in death. She then married Wilbur From on July 3, 1950 in Bryan, Ohio. She was a long time resident of the Coldwater area. For 20 years she and her husband Wilbur enjoyed spending their summers at the Potawatomie Campgrounds in Branch County. She enjoyed painting, and arts and crafts. Survivors include her husband, Wilbur; children Ann (Edward) LaForge of Lawton, Melvin Richard (Donna) Simons, Jr., of New Braunfels, Texas, Sandra (LB) Hilbert of Manchester, and Barbara (Steven) Watson of Union City; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 12, at the Northview Christian Church, with Rev. Jeffery Bream officiating. Arrangements are by the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. |
Marie Agnes Wiseman June 7, 2010 Tuesday, June 8, 2010 11:19 AM |
Marie Agnes Wiseman, 85, of Riverview, formerly of Carleton died Monday morning at home. |
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Marie Shaver, age 87, of Holland, formerly of DeKalb, IL, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, June 7, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Robert M. McFarlane and Russell Shaver; a son, James McFarlane; and a sister, Fern Foat. She is survived by her grandchildren, Bob and Kim McFarlane of West Olive,  Debbey and David Sprinkle of Holly Springs, MS; six great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Art and Doris Kohlhaas of Waukesha, WI, Kathryn and Richard Jonas of Watertown, WI, Rose Weis of Mitchell, SD; many nephews and nieces. Private family services will be at Lakeshore Memorial Services in Holland and also Randle-Dable Funeral Home in Waukesha, WI.  Burial will be in Genessee Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Barnabas Ministries, 10500 Chicago Drive, Zeeland, MI 49464. An online registry book is available at www.lakeshorememorial.com.   |
Marilyn Sue Flessner, 60, of Troy, Ohio, passed on Wednesday, May 19, 2010. |
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Mrs. Marjorie V. Stuckman, 65, of Gaylord, died June 4, 2010. |
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Mark S. Mann, age 55, of Tecumseh died peacefully at home, Tuesday, June 8, 2010, with his family at his side under the compassionate care of Hospice of Lenawee. He was born on Oct. 25, 1954, in Jackson, Mich., the son of Rex and Virginia (Johnson) Mann. He was united in marriage with Connie Burge on April 13, 1973. He was a very active member of the Grace Bible Church in Tecumseh for many years. He was employed by Lenawee Stamping in Tecumseh for 21 years until he had to medically retire. Prior to that, he worked with his brother-in-law, Bob Sweezey, who then owned Carpet on Wheels. Mark was a loving son, husband, dad and grandpa who enjoyed the time he spent with family and friends. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and tinkering in his yard and gardening.  He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. Mark is survived by his wife, Connie, of 37 years; his parents, Rex and Virginia, and his grandmother, Marcella Johnson, all of Jackson, Mich.; one son, Justin (Courtney) Mann of Tecumseh; two daughters, April (Matthew) Cooperrider of Newark, Ohio, and Kelly Scott of Tecumseh; two brothers, David (Marsha) Mann of Bowdoinham, Maine, and Kris (Janice) Mann of Muskogee, Okla.; two sisters, Kim (Russ) Meyers of Jackson, Mich., and Paula (Joe) Henthorn of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and four grandchildren, Arianna and Sydney Scott, and Chloe and Samuel Cooperrider. Mark was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents and maternal grandfather. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 10, at the Tecumseh Chapel of Handler Funeral Homes. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 11, at 12 noon at the Grace Bible Church, Tecumseh, with Pastor Lawrence LaFollette officiating. Visitation also at the church on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of services. Cremation will follow and burial of his cremated remains will be in Brookside Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or to Grace Bible Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.handlerfuneralhomes.com. |
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Mark Lewis Weber, age 54, of Holland, died Saturday, June 5, 2010, in Three Rivers following a long illness.   He was born in Kalamazoo on October 5, 1955, the son of Dennis and Shirley (Standish) Weber.  Mark was married to Tonya Michael in Schoolcraft on July 29, 1979. They resided briefly in Ft. Wayne before moving to Holland 25 years ago, where he attended Peace Lutheran Church. Mark was an electrical engineer and was employed by Buhler Prince in Holland for over 22 years. In his spare time he enjoyed Dune Climbing and spending time with his family and grandchildren.  He was a guitar player and was a former member of a band called Rock Candy.   Mark is survived by his wife, Tonya; three daughters, Lisa Vongphachanh (Lucky) of Holland, Samantha Strong (Phil) of Zeeland, and Sara Weber (Mario Vongphachant) of Holland;  eight grandchildren, Matthew, Mariah, Brooke, Anthony, Ashtyn, Joshua, Wyatt, and Mallory;  his father, Dennis Weber of Kalamazoo; his mother, Shirley Kime (Carl) of Richland;  one sister, Ann Elbing (Ron) of Pigeon;  four bothers, Mike Weber, Tim Weber, Tom Weber, and DJ Weber all of Kalamazoo;  one aunt, Linda Crandall (Mike) of Portage; several in-laws,  nieces and nephews. Cremation has been conducted. A graveside memorial service will be Saturday, June 19, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in Mendon Cemetery. An online register is available and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneral home.com.         |
Thursday, June 10, 2010 1:20 PM |
Martha Alice Curtis' life's journey ended on March 5, 2010, in the quiet of her home. She was surrounded by all of the things she loved dearly, and recalled her childhood with tenderness and pleasure. |
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Mary A. Shall, 88, of Bay City, formerly of Tower, died at Bay Regional Medical Center in Bay City on June 5, 2010. Funeral arrangements are in care of the Chagnon Funeral Home.   |
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Mary Hardin, 86, of Coldwater, passed away June 8, 2010 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility, the oldest residency of this facility. She was born Feb. 25, 1924 in Emmett County. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, enjoying the services and the people there very much. Service will be held on Friday, June 11, 2010 at 11 a.m. with one hour of visitation prior to the service at the Calvary Baptist Church, 770 E. Chicago Road, Quincy, with Pastor Frank Snyder officiating. Interment will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Petoskey. 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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Max Laverne Mitchell died surrounded by his loving family on June 6, 2010 at Cameron Hospital. He was born Jan. 11, 1920 in Ray, Ind. to Carlyle and Juanita (Pridgeon) Mitchell. Max attended the Fremont, Ind. schools and graduated from Fremont High School in 1937. While at Fremont, he participated for four years in varsity baseball, basketball and track. During his senior year, he won the state sectional long jump title and went on to participate at the state meet. He attended Western Michigan University, where he received his BA degree in 1941 and attended Indiana University receiving his Masters degree in 1951.  He married Thelma Martin in 1940 and they lived in Fremont their entire married lives. Max was a teacher, coach, principal and school board member at Fremont High School for over 35 years and for three years was principal of Orland High School. During his working career, he also served as assistant cashier for The First National Bank of Fremont. Max was a World War II veteran and spent two years as a staff sergeant in the Army and was stationed in the Philippine Islands. When he retired from the Fremont Community Schools, the school board honored him by naming all athletic fields The Max L. Mitchell Complex. He was elected to the Indiana High School Athletic Association Board of Control and was Vice President of its Athletic Council. He held many offices while at Fremont: President of the Town Board, Chamber of Commerce President, Commander of the American Legion, 50-year member of Masonic Lodge, 50-year member of The Pythion Lodge and long-time member of the Fremont United Methodist Church. Max enjoyed baseball, reading, golf, and fishing and was an avid fan of the Detroit Tigers and the Indiana Hoosier Basketball team. Max is survived by his wife Thelma, daughters Patty (Jerry) Champion and Kathy Lantz and son Marty (Shirlee) Mitchell. He is also survived by his sister Rosemary (Roger) Burlingame. He and Thelma have nine grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Sisters Janet Goodwin and Julee Lodder preceded him in death as well as his parents. Services are as follows and burial will be at Ray Covenentor Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday at Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Ind. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Fremont United Methodist Church. Memorials may be given to the United Methodist Church of Fremont and Starr Commonwealth for children. Condolences may be sent online to www.beamsfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Beams Funeral Home, (260) 495-2915. |
49, of Bath, died Tuesday of natural causes. Memorial services 5 p.m. June 19 at her home, 5341 Ann Drive, Bath. Arrangements by Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland. |
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Merton E. Nye of Mentor Township died early this morning, June 7, 2010, at home. Arrangements are pending with Stone Funeral Home and a full obituary will follow. |
Tuesday, June 8, 2010 10:06 AM |
Merton Eugene Nye, 84, of Alanson, died June 7, 2010, at his home. |
Friday, June 11, 2010 5:26 AM |
HANKS, NORMAN EARL, SR.; age 37; of Cincinnati, OH; passed away on June 8, 2010. |
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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.   |
Nancy “Babs” Mohnkern Watson Aug. 22, 1923-June 6, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 3:34 PM |
Nancy “Babs” Mohnkern Watson, 86, of Grand Rapids, Mich., formerly of Monroe, died June 6, 2010 in Grand Rapids. |
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Nicolas T. Flores Sr., 81, of Albion, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall. He was born Dec. 24, 1928 in Sequin, Texas to Luis and Elena (Trinidad) Flores. He was married to Vivian Frances Wallace on Jan. 11, 1952 in Jonesville and she preceded him in death Dec. 8, 1986. He has lived in Albion for several years and retired from Albion Malleable. He was an avid Detroit Tiger fan, enjoyed wrestling and fishing. He is survived by son Nicholas T. (Pamela) Flores Jr. of Albion, daughter Beverly (Gary) Vickers Sr. of Coldwater, grandchildren Nikki Lyneis and Kristi Flores, both of Albion, Holli (Paul) Peck of Ely, England, M.J (Lisa) Vickers, Joshua Vickers and Adam (Ashley) Vickers, all of Bronson, eight great grandchildren, sister Juanita and brothers Eugene Flores and Luis Flores Jr. Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by brother Baltazar Flores. Visitation for family and friends will be Friday, June 11, 2010 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the Erie Street Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 208 West Erie Street, Albion, MI 49224. Funeral Services will be Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Lynne McQuown officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery-Albion. |
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Arnold Simmons Arnold M. “Jake” Simmons, 66, of Adrian, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010, at his home under the loving care of his family. Arnold was born Feb. 29, 1944, in Hudson.    Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be at 11a.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010, at Jasper Bible Church, in Adrian, with  the Rev. Bruce Jewett officiating.  You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com.   |
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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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Donald Klostermeier passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, June 7, 2010 at Ebeid Hospice of Flower Hospital. Donald was born Dec. 3, 1940 to Irving and Violet (Geiser) Klostermeier in Monclova Township. Don worked as a machine operator at GM-Hydromatic for 35 years until retiring in 1996. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and loved spending time with his family. Don loved the Lord. He worshipped and served at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hillsdale for the last 12 years and was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Toledo for the previous 24 years. Mourning Don’s passing are his wife, Janet; children, Kurt (Michelle) Klostermeier, Kimerly (Phillip) Przybylski, Karen (Erik) Jensen and Scott (Jenifer)Brown. Also surviving are his 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and sisters, Corene (Don) Druschel and Janice Rudnicki. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Larry Richard Brown, Jr.; brother, Jerry Klostermeier and sisters, Garnette Chapman and Irvine Bensen. Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. Thursday in the Urbanski Funeral Home, 5055 Secor Road, (North of Laskey). Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Don’s family will be receiving friends beginning at 10 a.m. Monday in Trinity Lutheran Church, Hillsdale, where a Memorial Service will take place at 11 a.m. Contributions may be directed to Promedica Ebeid Hospice or Trinity Lutheran Church, Hillsdale.   |
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Donna May Shafer May 27, 1933 — June 4, 2010 Donna May Shafer, 77, of Litchfield, died Friday, June 4, 2010, at CareLink of Jackson.  She was born May 27, 1933, in Jackson, the daughter of Ralph and Margret (Beebe) Stevens.  Donna attended Jackson High School and enjoyed leisure time playing bingo, cards, gambling and spending time with her family. She will be sadly missed by her husband, Gilbert Shafer, whom she married July 5, 1949; three daughters, Debbie Osmun, Sheryl Shafer and Melissa Lipps, all of Litchfield; three sons,  Roger Shafer, Harrison, Junior Shafer, Harrison and  Jim (Debbie) Shafer, Addison; one sister,  Mary Lou (Benny) McKinney,  Cement City; 20 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Her parents, three sisters, and one brother preceded her in death. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or service.   Arrangements by George White Funeral Home, Litchfield.   |
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Gabriel R. Conant Gabriel Rylan Conant, infant son of Kevin and Jessica (Longman) Conant of Hillsdale, passed away Friday, June 4, 2010.  Besides his parents, Gabriel is survived by his grandfather, Steve Longman; his grandfather Kyle Conant; his grandmother Cinda Conant; and several aunts and uncles.  Private family services will take place at a later date. Arrangements for Gabriel Rylan Conant are entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. |
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. |
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Kay Vaughn of Mt. Plymouth, Fla., passed away in Ocala, Fla. June 4, 2010. Kay was born May 4, 1941, to Virgil and Clara (Snow) Fink. She graduated from Reading High School in 1959. On Aug. 28, 1960, she married Frank Vaughn Jr. He preceded her in death. Survivors include daughters, Vicki (Keith) Dennis, Monterey, Tenn. and Jennifer (Bo) Gandy and son, Scott, Mt. Plymouth. Kay is also survived by grandchildren, Amanda (Tim) Harrell and Gabe and Chelsea Gandy; sisters, Pat (Terry) Clark, Cambria, Jean Peace, Kalamazoo, Mary (John) Pinkston, Adrian and Molly (Jerry) Wentz, Hillsdale and brothers, Tom of Florida and Jim (Chris) of Texas. Cremation has taken place. Burial will be at a later date in Cambria. Memorials are suggested to Toys for Tots or American Cancer Society. |
Obituary: Wendell Newman Eldridge Wednesday, June 9, 2010 9:55 AM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
Wendell Newman Eldridge, 78, of Albion, passed away Monday, June 7, 2010, at Tendercare of Albion. He was born July 18, 1931, in Hillsdale County. No funeral services are planned and cremation has taken place. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge. |
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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.   |
Thursday, June 10, 2010 6:56 AM |
Other Deaths, 6-10-10 James L. Campagna, 52, of Warren, Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, Sterling Heights |
Friday, June 11, 2010 6:52 AM |
Other Deaths, 6-11-10 Gerald E. Snarski, 50, of Clinton Township, Buehler Funeral Home, Roseville |
Thursday, June 10, 2010 2:08 AM |
MEEKER, PATSY R.; of Clarkston; June 9, 2010; age 75. |
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Paul Hannig, age 75, was born in Saginaw, on April 3, 1935 and moved to Ludington as a child. He worked on the C&O Railroad as a clerk until he retired, and also drove school bus for Ludington Area Sc... |
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Penny Jo Jaquay, 49, of Colon, died Monday, May 24, 2010, at her home. Penny lived in Colon for many years. Throughout her life she worked in factories in the area and later cleaned houses. Penny was born March 10, 1961, at Sturgis Hospital, to Arl J. and Rosabelle Jane (Hambright) Jaquay, who preceded her in death. She grew up in Howe, Ind., and attended Lima School. She married Morgan Scott Parish on Sept. 23, 2009. He survives, along with her sons, Jonas Halferty, John Halfterty and Justin Parish in Colon. In addition, she is survived by a sister, Marsha Jean Jaquay-McAlister of LaGrange, Ind. Another sister, Arla Jane Jaquay-Harker, passed away on June 2, 2010, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, Ind. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Schipper Funeral Home in Colon is assisting the family with arrangements. |
Peter C. Clark May 31, 1945-June 6, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 3:35 PM |
Peter C. Clark, 65 years, of Petersburg, MI passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010 in his home. Pete had been in declining health for the past couple of years. |
Tuesday, June 8, 2010 6:58 AM |
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Thursday, June 10, 2010 2:08 AM |
COMPTON, RICHARD LEE; 76, of Rochester Hills; departed this life April 27, 2010. |
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JOHNSON, RUTH A. (PRAUSE); of Flint and Holly; age 89; died Tuesday, June 8, 2010, at Avalon Hospice. |
Thursday, June 10, 2010 3:34 PM |
Ramona Coats, 78, of Monroe died Tuesday night at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Bacarella Funeral Home. |
Ramona Pauline Coats Aug. 9, 1931-June 8, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:09 PM |
Ramona Pauline Coats, 78 years, of Monroe, MI passed away, Tuesday, June 8, 2010, in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Ramona had been in declining health for the past 10 years. |
79, of Holt, died Tuesday. Memorial services 1 p.m. June 26 at the Holt American Legion Hall. Arrangements by Chapel In The Pines Funeral Home, Lansing. |
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Rev. Donald R. Nienhuis, 83, died Tuesday, June 8, 2010. A memorial service will be Friday, June 11, at 11 a.m. at First Reformed Church, Zeeland. Interment will be in Twin Falls, Idaho.   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 Dwaine Williams, age 85, of Adrian died Sunday, June 6, 2010, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. He was born Nov. 6, 1924, in Adrian to Harry Cortland and Matilda Cecilia (Bussing) Williams. He graduated from Adrian High School in 1942. Richard was a World War II veteran with 18 months overseas duty in the European Theatre. On July 7, 1946, he married Marian Wilson and she survives. He took special courses from the Lincoln Institute, Adrian College, Jackson Community College and Lansing Community College. Richard retired from Tecumseh Products Company in 1982 as a senior process engineer. He was a member of the Sand Creek Community Church. Richard was a Past Master of the Fairfield Masonic Lodge #125; Fairfield Chapter #224 O.E.S., a past commander of the Knights Templer #4 and was a Shriner. He was a past commander of the V.F.W. Post #1584. While serving on the Sand Creek School Board for 16 years, he served on the committee to plan and build the Lenawee Vo-Tech. He was the supervisor on the Madison Township Board for 16 years, and on the County Board of Commissioners, District 7, for six years. He also served on several county boards. He enjoyed golf, bowling and was a sports fan. He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren play. In addition to his wife, Marian, he is survived by two sons, Ronald (Laurie) Williams of Morenci and Steven (Kim) Williams of Adrian; one brother, Lavon (Phyl) Williams of Adrian; two sisters, Lorraine Williamson of Palmyra and Beverly (T. Elvis) Smith of Livonia; seven grandchildren, Mike Dermyer, Sue Soellner, Steven Williams II, Matthew Williams, Kassandra Gray, Andrew Roddy and Brandon Williams; four great-grandchildren, Natalie Dermyer, Logan Gray, Angela Soellner and Colin Dermyer. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Marvel Patterson and Joyce Sell; and an infant son, Lee Williams. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with the Rev. Brad Heiple officiating. Burial will be in West Madison Cemetery with full military rites conducted by the VFW Annis-Fint Post #1584. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m., with a Fairfield Masonic Lodge #125 service at 7:30 p.m., at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Visitation will also be held on Wednesday 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. Memorial contributions may be made to Sand Creek Community Church. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Rita A. George Pewamo Died Jun 10, 2010, at the age of 93. Born in Pewamo, Michigan, on April 10, 1917, she was the daughter of Matilda (Schafer) and Jacob Cook. She lived in the Pewamo area all of her life. She was a homemaker and a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Rita was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Altar Society in Pewamo. She married Joseph A. George, May 14, 1940, and they were married 63 years before he preceded her in death in 2003. Surviving her are three sons, Luke George of St. Johns, Bruce (Diane) George of Pewamo, and Glen (Nadine) George of Wacousta, one daughter, Carol (Bernard) Simon of Westphalia, six grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, three sisters, Rosaline Schanski, Katherine (Bill) Bushong, Geraldine (Don) Schafer, and two sister-in-laws, Joan Cook and Joan Smith. In addition to her parents and husband, Rita was preceded in death by her infant son, Mark, two sisters, Bernita Koenigsknecht and Elda George, one brother, Norman Cook, and three brothers-in-law, Leonard Koenigsknecht, Leo George, and Joseph Schanski. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 14, 2010 at 11:00 a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pewamo, burial at St. Joseph Cemetery with Father Charlon Mason officiating. The family will receive friends, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday with rosaries being prayed, Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., and a Vigil Service, Sunday at 8 p.m., at the Goerge Chapel of Osgood Funeral Homes, 11112 W. Ionia, Fowler. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Trust Fund. To learn more about Rita and view her Life Story film, visit her personal webpage at |
93, of Pewamo, died Thursday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pewamo. Arrangements by Osgood Funeral Homes, Goerge Chapel, Fowler. |
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61, of Morrice, farmer and carpenter, died Tuesday. Services 1 p.m. today at Perry Nazarene Church. Arrangements by Watkins Brothers Funeral Home, Perry. |
Tuesday, June 8, 2010 8:37 AM |
Robert Charles Greenwood passed away peacefully on June 4, 2010, at home in Waters, with his brother, Joe and sister-in-law, LaVerne, at his side. |
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 10:00 AM |
Robert D. "Bob" Schmoldt, 68, of Harbor Springs, passed away June 7, 2010. |
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Robert (Bob) Frederick Noe, born October 19, 1921 died June 9, 2010 at the D. J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette, where he had lived since 2007. A memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church of Jackson, 201 South Jackson, Jackson, MI 49201 on Saturday, June 12, at 5 p.m. The family will receive friends at 4 p.m. preceding the service. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery in Jackson. Read more HERE in Thursday's Tribune. |
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Robert Peter West, age 77, formerly of Portage Lake in Mendon Township, passed away Monday, June 7, 2010, at his home in Sturgis. He was born Dec. 17, 1932, in Oak Park, Ill., a son of Peter Jacob and Ruth Maude (Larson) West. Robert graduated from Austin High School in Chicago. He attended the University of Dubuque in Dubuque, Iowa, where he met his wife, Lorraine Prior Salmon. They were later married on Aug. 28, 1952. in Dundee, Ill. Robert was a veteran of the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne, earning the rank of sergeant. He worked in retail most of his life and was owner-operator of Gambles Hardware Store in Sturgis and West Motor Home Leasing. After retirement, he enjoyed working as a security guard and spending time at the lake with his dog, Elf. He was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Three Rivers, where he was on the vestry. Surviving are his wife, Lorraine; three daughters, Vivian Hope (Michael) Prapuolenis of Wheaton, Ill., Julianne “Julie” Faith (Daniel) Cottin of Sturgis and Linda Love (Thomas) Cottin of Lawrence, Kan.; nine grandchildren, Jonathan and Jasmine Prapuolenis, Dan, Katie and Angela Cottin, Cole (fiancé Dan Phelps), Joe, Mick and Tommy Cottin; a brother, Henry (Georgia) West of Lake Forest, Ill.; a sister, Tomi Miner of Aurora, Ill.; and a cousin, Virginia Cump of Crystal Lake, Ill. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. A funeral celebrating the life of Robert P. West will be held at 11 a.m. June 19 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 321 N. Main St., Three Rivers. The family suggests memorial donations be directed to the American Diabetes Association or Trinity Episcopal Church. Envelopes are available at the Hackman Family Funeral Home Rosenberg Chapel,  Sturgis, which is in charge of the arrangements. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.     |
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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. |
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Robert “Bob” Henry, 77, of Houston, Texas, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010. He was born on July 30, 1933, in Morenci, Mich., to the late E. Merlin and Florence (Rowley) Henry. He married Bettye Wilhite on Jan. 26, 1984, in Houston, and she survives. Bob graduated from Morenci High School in 1951 where he was an all-state football player. He attended Fort Wayne Business School and Adrian College. Bob served his country in the United States Army where he was stationed in Germany. He was the president of Southeastern Mutual Insurance Co., he owned the Town Club in Adrian, and was a contractor in Houston. Robert is survived by his wife, Bettye of Houston; a son, Robert (Jennifer) Henry of White Lake, N.H.; a daughter Nicole (Todd) Hanna of Adrian; three stepdaughters Lauren (Ken) Rumfield, Katherine (Lee) James and Debbie (Clay) Norris, all of Houston; one sister, Barbara (Fred) Rouse of Canton, Ohio; one brother, Gill (Sue) Henry of Adrian. He had four granddaughters and seven step-grandchildren. At Bob’s request cremation has taken place. A memorial will take place in Houston, Texas, and a private family memorial will take place in Morenci at a later date. |
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. |
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WOODRUFF, Wis. -- Ronald G. Rajala, 67, of Arbor Vitae, died Thursday, June 3, 2010, in Woodruff. |
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Ronald Johnson, age 75, of Adrian, died June 10, 2010, at his home. Funeral arrangements are pending at Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.   |
Rosemary T. Gothier Oct. 12, 1926-June 8, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:09 PM |
Rosemary T. Gothier, age 83, of Flat Rock, MI., passed away at 12:00 pm June 8, 2010, in her home. She had been in declining health. |
Rosemary Valiquette-Gothier June 8, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 3:34 PM |
Rosemary Valiquette-Gothier, 83, of Flat Rock, died Tuesday at home. Arrangements by Ford Chapel-Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Rockwood. |
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TAYLOR, STUART ROGER; of Waterford; died suddenly June 7, 2010; at 64 years of age. |
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Selma E. Kennedy, age 81, of Tecumseh, passed away June 7, 2010, at home after a  battle with cancer. Selma was born Aug. 2, 1928, in Saline, Mich., the daughter of John and Amanda Kohler. On May 13, 1950, she married Robert Kennedy in Saline. They recently celebrated 60 years of marriage with a family gathering. Selma retired as a bus driver from the Tecumseh Public Schools after 22 years of service. She enjoyed golfing, gardening and playing cards with friends and family. Selma was a  member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tecumseh. Selma is survived by her husband, Robert; three children, John (Marcia) Kennedy, Michael (Susan) Kennedy and Gail (Randy) Elliott; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; one sister, Helen (Robert) Guenther; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Elwin. A celebration of life will begin at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 10, 2010, at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tecumseh, with Pastor Philip Krieger officiating. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 9. 2010, at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. Donations in memory of Selma may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church or the charity of the donor’s choice.  Condolences to the family may be made online at www.pursefuneralhome.com. |
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74, of Holt, died Tuesday. Services 2 p.m. today at Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes, Holt-Delhi Chapel. |
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Shirley June Sybesma, 79, of Holland, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010, in Holland Hospital following a brief cancer-related illness. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, June 14, at the Northwood Chapel, Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes, 295 Douglas Ave. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the Northwood Chapel and following the service during the luncheon at the VFW Post #2144,175 West Eighth St. Burial will take place in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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The family of Michael B. Yettaw will be holding a memorial service 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 12. The service will take place at the Petoskey United Methodist Church, 1804 E. Mitchell St., Petoskey. |
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HURLEY, Wis. -- Susan M. Paterno, 62, of 1305 W. Lead St., Bessemer, Mich., died unexpectedly Saturday, June 5, 2010, in Hurley. |
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BERRY, TROOPER BRIAN L.; age 45; went home to be with the Lord Sunday, June 6, 2010 at William Beaumont Hospital Troy. |
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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.   |
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KNEISEL, VERNICE LORRAINE; March 17, 2010; age 98. |
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Vera Louise McFarland, 78, passed away at her home June 9, 2010, after a courageous 14-year battle with Parkinson’s. She was born Feb. 12 1932, in Clayton, Mich., to Sheldon and Elizabeth Burt. She is survived by her husband, Gerald, of 48 years, and their four children, Michael McFarland, Mary McFarland Ramsey, Rosemary and Todd Huston, and David and Gayette McFarland. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Rebecca, Benjamin and Joseph Ramsey, Jenna, Matthew, Jacob, Ethan and Megan Huston, and John Paul and Elizabeth McFarland. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Caleb McFarland. Vera graduated from Hudson High School in 1949, completed Lenawee-Monroe County Normal School for teaching and later attended Siena Heights College. Vera taught in several one-room county schools around Lenawee County and at St. Mary’s grade school in the early 1960s, leaving teaching to raise her family. She founded the Lenawee County Right To Life Organization in the 1970s and initiated many years of banquets, rallies and fair activities. She was active in state and county politics and was a long term elected precinct delegate and an active member of the Lenawee County Republican Party. Family was a priority for Vera and she enjoyed numerous family vacations and outings and was a former Cub Scout Den Leader. She had a kind heart and was always ready and willing to help out anyone in need. Vera lived her life with her Faith and the love of her Risen Savior reflecting in all her activities. She was a member of the Legion of Mary at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, where she met her husband. Mrs. McFarland was a longtime parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Adrian, Mich. She taught religious education for many years and was a past president of the St. Joseph Church Altar Society. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Society. Visitation will be at the Anderson Funeral Home in Adrian, Mich., on June 11 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A rosary will also be recited at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the visitation. Visitation will also be held on Saturday, June 12, at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 9:15 a.m. until the time of the funeral mass at 10 a.m. with the Rev. David Hudgins officiating. Burial will be at the St. Joseph Cemetery in Adrian, Mich. The family would also like to thank Vera’s dedicated caregivers, Gloria and the staff and volunteers of Hospice of Lenawee. Contributions in Vera’s memory may be made to Right to Life of Lenawee County. Envelopes will be available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
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Vera Frances Tallman, 92 of Cheboygan, passed away June 5, 2010 at her home. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 9, at the Nordman Funeral Home from noon until the time of the service at 2 p.m. Pastor Greg Kirby of the Wesleyan Church will officiate. Read more HERE in Tuesday's Tribune. |
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Verland K. Miller, 90, of Constantine, died Friday, June 4, 2010, at his home following an extended illness. He was born Dec. 26, 1919, in Jones, Mich., a son to Virgil D. and Frances L. (Welburn) Miller. He was a Constantine resident since 1983, coming from Rockford, Mich. On Aug. 8, 1942, he married Betty Jean Hyde in Clark Lake, Mich. She died Aug. 6, 1994. Verland was employed in the printing business at Sturgis Business Forms, later National Carbon Coated Paper Company, for 18 years. He owned Verland K. Miller Amoco Company in Rockford, Mich., and retired in 1983. He was a member of Wheaton Post #76 American Legion of Carol Stream, Ill., where he was a 21-year member. He enjoyed camping and playing his banjo in the the blue grass band, Down Yonders. Surviving are his loving companion, Jan Johnson of Constantine; daughter, Verla Jean (Kip) Yoder of Kalamazoo; son, Deldon D. (Carol) Miller of Carol Stream, Ill.; six grandchildren, Shawn (Vicki) Machan, Bonnie (Chad) Meske, Jerry (Heather) Miller, Travis (Rhonda) Machan, Michael (Nicolle) Miller and Quinn Machan; 13 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Oma (Wallace) Bowen of LaGrange, Ind., Zayda Wolf of Constantine and Ideana (Clarence) Yoder of Millersburg, Ind.; brother, Sharron (Frances) Miller of White Pigeon; several neices and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Vivian Shirley Miller. Relatives and friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon, where service are at 11 a.m. Thursday with Pastor Marilyn Schlimgen of the First Congregational Church of Constantine officiating.  Burial will be in White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the Disabled American Veterans. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. |
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SOLDOTNA, Alaska -- Soldotna resident Vienna E. Kivi, formerly of Ironwood, Mich., died Thursday, June 3, 2010, at Heritage Place in Soldotna. She was 91. |
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Virginia Morrissett Thornberry died in Petoskey on Nov. 24, 2009, just one day after her son, David Timothy Thornberry. |
• Virginia S. Querio, 84, of Bear Lake died Friday June 4. Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Bear Lake is in charge of arrangements.... |
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McCLUNG, WILLIE "SHUG"; age 68; passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at his residence. |
Walter M. Behnke Sept. 26, 1921-June 9, 2010 Thursday, June 10, 2010 12:03 PM |
Walter M. Behnke, 88, of Monroe died at 5:06 a.m. Wednesday at Tendercare of Monroe. He had been in poor health for two months. |
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Warren E. Lockwood, 81, of Mancelona, died Sunday, June 6, 2010, at home. |
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WOODRUFF, Wis. -- Wendy M. Freese, 50, of 927 Nightingale St., Ironwood, Mich., died Sunday, June 6, 2010, surrounded by her loving family, at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, following a lengthy illness. |
William C. "Bill" Knodel, 64, of Scottville, died peacefully at his home on Monday, June 7. Bill was born on Jan. 19, 1946 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Elmer and Margaret (Weider) Knodel, and gradua... |
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William Delmer Cole, age 70, of Adrian died on Friday, June 4, 2010, at his home. He was born on March 2, 1940, in Hackleberg, Ala., to Dee and Ella (Anglin) Cole. On Oct. 16, 1971, he married Irene Miller in Hudson, Mich., and she survives. Bill had been employed by Hydro Aluminum, retiring in 2002. He loved to go hunting and fishing, tinkering with small engines, and playing with his Play Station. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. In addition to his wife, Irene, he is survived by his children, David Cole of Bradenton, Fla., Becky Cole of Michigan City, Ind., Tim Cole of Bradenton, Fla., Jason “Jay” (Jessica) Cole of Morenci and Jeff (Crissie) Cole of Brandon, Miss.; two brothers, Bill Cole of Hodges, Ala., and Gene (Joan) Cole of Hamilton, Ala.; a sister, Barbra Ann Cole of Hamilton, Ala.; seven grandchildren, Amber, Amanda, Ashile, Sarah, Stacy, Matt, Jeffrey Jr.; four great-grandchildren, Noah, Briannah, Jacob and Abigale; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Elmond, Olan and Amos Cole; his parents; his mother and father-in-law, Olive and Vance Miller; and a daughter-in-law, Jodie Cole. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Christy Shaw officiating. Burial will be in Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 9, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.   You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomeadriantecumseh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the family of William Cole. Envelopes are available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
• William Knoedell, 64, of Scottville, died Monday, June 7. Stephens Funeral Home in Scottville is in charge of arrangements.... |
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Zina Johnson, 45, of Holland, died Tuesday, June 8, 2010.   Arrangements will be announced by the Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes. www.lifestorynet.com |
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Karl H. Olmstead Aug. 17, 1925 — June 5, 2010 Karl H. Olmstead died peacefully Saturday, June 5, 2010, at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, after a short illness.Karl Herbert Olmstead was born Aug. 17, 1925 in Amboy Township, to Arno and Phebe Olmstead.  On Nov. 18, 1944, he married Mary Lou Carter, in Hillsdale, and she survives.   Karl and Mary Lou had four sons: Karl Arno, Kenneth Wayne, Bradley Dale, and Douglas Duane. He spent his entire life in the Frontier area, except while serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a volunteer fireman with the Woodbridge Township Fire Department for many years. He loved hunting, fishing and camping with his family. He loved his family very much. Karl spent most of his working years at the Chevrolet dealership in Hillsdale, retiring in 1990, after 35 years.   Karl is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Gale Olmstead of Frontier and Leo (Norma) Olmstead of Florida; one sister, Edna Piriczky of Hillsdale; one son, Karl Arno and one great-grandson, Austin Curry.   Karl is survived by three sons, Kenny (Susan) Olmstead of Frontier, Brad (Donna) Olmstead of Hillsdale, and Doug (Patty) Olmstead of Stryker, Ohio. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.   Visitation for Karl H. Olmstead will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Tuesday at the George White Funeral Home, Reading. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Alan Fenstermaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Frontier Cemetery. Memorials in the name of Karl H. Olmstead are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association. |
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